6 50 535 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/c607ac8245dc20e03483ab199fb77ae2.pdf b86cf51cbd31c8d13b8cfcc790b54872 PDF Text Text • Soccer ends season with win page 6 Tuesday • Softball downs Golden Eagles 500 May 8, 2007 * page 6 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 wwwjeffersonpost.com • Oak Hill visits local school SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Volume 82, Issue 37 PA9E 6 ABC store site announced by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Not unexpectedly, the West Jefferson ABC Board has asked the town aldermen for the old Centura bank build­ ing as a site for an ABC store. In response, the aldermen voted unanimously to extend a six-month rent free lease to help the business get started. ABC Board Chairman Chris Barr spoke to the al­ dermen last Thursday about the board's efforts to locate a site for the store, and made the request for the old bank building, currently leased as a headquarters for the Ashe County Democratic Party. Voters in the town ap­ proved in early March the location of an ABC store and sales of mixed drinks in the town. Last month, the alder­ men appointed three well-re­ spected residents of the town to serve as the ABC Board: Chris Barr, David Miller and Jak Reeves. The volunteer board is charged with all as­ pects of setting up and oper­ ating the ABC store for the town including choosing a site, arranging financing, hir­ ing staff and managing the operation. Town Manager Greg McGinnis said last month that the town might not be in a fis­ cal situation to help with fi­ nancing of a site for the store, but if the board asked for the old Centura bank building (which the town owns), that might be possible. The old bank building has been a source of controversy for the town. The town pur­ chased the building in 2003 and talks ensued with the Chamber of Commerce and county about a site for the Chamber, a visitor's center, the town's Tourism Devel­ opment Authority and the region's heritage tourism of­ ficer. When those discussions produced no results, the town put the building up for sale, accepting in late 2005 a high bid of $480,575 by Dr. Humberto Barrios of Florida, who sought purchase of the prop­ erty through an upset bid process. Barrios was given a date of Jan. 15, 2006 to close on the sale, but contamina­ tion of soil on the property was discovered and Barrios asked for an extension until he could learn more inform­ ing the town he could not re­ ceive financing because of the contamination. A site assessment revealed an intermediate level of con­ tamination most likely from underground fuel tanks when the property was used years before as a gas station, and the state does not require cleanup as long as the soil is undisturbed. A special state trust fund will reimburse the cost of cleanup should the owner of the property decide to clean it up. Barrios missed several closing dates on the property, and no word was heard from him, so the board of alder­ men decided late last year to cancel the sale and continue leasing the building to the Democratic Party, which used the property as a campaign site for the November 2006 election. It was decided that the Democratic Party could continue the lease at $200 a month plus utilities, and should the town decide to sell the building would have at least 30 days to vacate the property. The aldermen decided that the building was a financial burden to the town (at a cost of about $40,000 annually) and it should be sold or the town needs to get a better re­ turn on its investment. The property has town water so no well is needed and the soil need not be disturbed. See ABC, page 5 Dr.Jones honored Post photo by Linda Burchette Dr. Dean C. Jones Jr. was honored Sunday afternoon at Ashe Memorial Hospital upon his retirement after 44 years as a surgeon for the county. The many people gathering for the reception included his family. Posing for a group photo are, from left: Dr. Jones and his wife, Evelyn, and their children Phyllis Yount, David Jones, Tommy Jones, Charles Jones and Linda Patterson. Look for more photos and a story about the reception In Friday's edition of the Post. GE completes Two arrested in break-in Smiths acquisition by Jim Thompson Editor They found the building had been entered," Williams Two Grumpier residents said. The glass in the front are in custody following a door had been broken out with break-in at Nathan's Creek a crowbar." General Store. Inside, the deputies found a On Friday morning at 12:39 bloody sock, which the burglar a.m., an alarm informed the had evidently used to cover Sheriff's Office that a break- his hand. in was occurring at the store. Soon after, as the investi­ "We had a 10-minute response gation was really just getting time," said Sheriff James Wil­ underway, deputies stopped liams. The deputies involved a vehicle a short distance had to wrap up another inci­ away from the store. In it they dent before going to the store. found the mate to the sock in the store, as well as blood 'on the car itself Williams said. In addition, $1,400 in cash was recovered, which was all that had been taken from the store. The two people in the car are now under arrest. Joseph Edward Gilley, 27, of Crumpler is now charged with felo­ ny breaking and entering and larceny. Aso charged was Erin Privette, 20, of Crumpler, who faces charges of felony break­ ing and entering and larceny. | I . by Jim Thompson Editor General Electric has com­ pleted its acquisition ofSmiths Aerospace. Smiths now forms part of GE Aviation, a compo­ nent of the huge company's GE Infrastructure unit. The good news for the county is that the new owners have long-term plans for the plant, which is located off Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. "At West Jefferson we cur­ rently have about 80 employ­ ees," said Jennifer Villarreal, a spokesperson for Smiths, • on Friday. "West Jefferson is particularly a growth facility for us where we plan to grow to 200 employees over the next five years." GE Aviation also issued this announcement of the completed purchase on Fri­ day: EVENDALE, OHIO, May 4, 2007—GE Aviation an­ nounced today that it has completed the acquisition of Smiths Aerospace, a U.K.based supplier of integrated systems for aircraft manu­ facturers and components for • • engine builders.The purchase price was $4.8 billion. The acquisition broadens GE's offerings for aviation customers by adding Smiths innovative flight management systems, electrical power management, mechanical ac­ tuation systems and airborne platform computing systems to GE Aviation's growing com­ mercial and military aircraft engines and services. The combined GE Aviation and Smiths Aerospace revenues See Smiths, page 5 United Chemi-Con worker retires after 50 years by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor You watch the seasons come and go, days and months and years flying by like a speeding train bound for the unknown. Then one day you stop and wonder where the time has gone. Helen Little of Jefferson remembers when life moved at a slower pace. She was picking beans in Ashe County in the 1950s like many others when she got a job at Sprague Electric. That was October 1956. Before she knew it, 50 years had gone by and she decided it was time to retire. That was October 2006. But she didn't want to make such a big change with the slow time of winter coming on, so she waited until spring. And now, with new life growing up all around, she has said farewell to a job she didn't expect to keep for more than five years that lasted five de­ cades. "It's been a short time," Helen said of her long career. "I remember Mr. Bullet, the plant superintendent, when I got my five year pin say­ ing Tou didn't think you'd Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Pbst P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com IF 5 Post photo by Linda Burchette Fellow schedulers and plant officials gathering last week to honor Helen Little upon her retirement from United Chemi-Con after 50 years of service are, from left, front row: Helen Little, Rita Adams, Liz McNeill, Vice President and General Manager Noboru Tokushige; back row: Human Resources Manager Barbara Barlow, Sales and Service Manager Reiford Harmon, Plant Manager Steve Katz, Shelva Mullis and Jan Howell. May Is Safety Month LENOIR, N.C., (May 4, 2007) - According to the Electrical Safety Foundation International, each year, more than 400 people die as a result of improperly using electrically charged devices. Thousands of others are injured, and the misuse of these devices also causes an annual average of 140,000 house fires, resulting in more deaths and ii\juries. To help reduce electric safety casualties and injuries, North Carolina's electric cooperatives, including Blue Ridge Electric Membership • you': make it five years, did you?' and I said, 'No, but I'll never make it another five.' He said, 'You'll make it 50!' The next thing you know it was 10 and 20 and 50. I've met a lot of people and made a lot of good friends. It will be hard for a little while." Helen started out in 1956 as a roller, using a machine to wind the parts needed for the capacitors made by Sprague Electric, which became United Chemi-Con in 1992. She's had a number of differ­ ent jobs over the years such as general production clerk, copy room operator, produc­ tion expeditor and retires as a production scheduler, a job she's done since 1984. Helen has worked for 11 different supervisors and several dif­ ferent plant managers. At a gathering Friday afternoon in her honor, Helen joked that she'd run off a few plant man­ agers and was working on the current manager, Steve Katz, but he laughed with Helen and said "I've outlasted her." Her fellow department members and plant officials gathered with Helen for a photograph and reminiscing Corporation, are observing May as "North Carolina's Electric Safety Month." Throughout the month of May, the state's electric coopera­ tives will offer a variety of electric safety infor­ mation to educate people of all ages about the dangers of electricity. "Proclaiming May as North Carolina Electrical Safety month has given the electric cooperatives the uniqueopportunity to focus on electrical safety in North Carolina," said Renee Whitener, director of public relations for Blue Ridge Electric. "May is a perfect time to reacquaint ourselves with safety basics, such as reading safety instructions on her lof{g service prior to a lg prior retirement reception at the plant. They were joined by Noboru Tokushige, vice presi­ dent and general manager of United Chemi-Con, there to help honor Helen on her spe­ cial day. United Chemi-Con Manu­ facturing, Inc. was incorporat­ ed Sept. 1, 1992. A subsidiary of Nippon Chemi-Con Cor­ poration based in Tokyo, the company purchased Sprague Electric Company, which was founded in Lansing in 1953 along the banks of the North Fork of the New River. The facility produces aluminum electrolytic capacitors that store electrical energy to be used later by various devices requiring DC voltage or large amounts of instantaneous current. When asked why she came to work at Sprague all those years ago, and stayed so long, Helen replied, "I needed to work. We didn't have many factories back then. This was the third to come in the county. I picked beans before that. I started out at 78 cents an hour plus bonus, making See Little, page 5 on electrical appliances and products, paying attention to safety markings on electrical equip­ ment and checking power cords to see if they are in safe condition to use in our home, offices and outdoor areas." The hope of Blue Ridge Electric and other electric cooperatives is that North Carolina Electrical Safety Month will help raise aware­ ness of electrical safety in the home, school, and workplace and teach the public not to take elec­ tricity for granted. For more safety tips, visit the Energy Tips area of www.BlueRidgeEMC.com. �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, MAY 8, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITS Betty Lou Houck Aberdeen, Md. Died April 26, 2007 Betty Lou Houck, age 70, of Aberdeen, Md., died on April 26, 2007, at St. Joseph Medical Center, Towson, Md. Born in West Jefferson, N.C., she was the daughter of the late Albert Byard and Eliza­ beth Enice Burkett Houck. A faithful Christian, she was a member of Upper Room Gos­ pel Tabernacle. She was an excellent cook, always cook­ Von J. Turner West Jefferson August 30, 1926 May 1, 2007 Mr. Von J. Turner, age 80, of West Jefferson, died Tues­ day morning, May 1, 2007 at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Funeral services were held Friday, May 4, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Boone Family Fu­ neral Home Chapel with Rev. Tommy Dollar and Rev. Joey McClure officiating. Burial followed in the Ashelawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery with military rites. The family received friends from 1-2 p.m. on Friday, one hour prior to the funeral ser­ vice. Mr. Turner was born in at Ashe County on Monday, Au­ gust 30,1926 to the late Glen ing country food from scratch, especially her chicken and dumplings. She loved the lit­ tle children and was a faithful care giver to the entire family from young to old. Ms. Houck is survived by two sisters, Lottie Rae Gilley of Perryman, Md., and Reba Greene of King George, Va.; and numerous nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, and great great nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by four brothers and six sisters. Services were held on Tuesday, May 1, 2007, at Up­ per Room Gospel Tabernacle, Joppa, MD, with Rev. Johnny R. Grose and Rev. Perry O. Grose, Jr., officiating. Inter­ ment was in Mt. Zion United Methodist Church Cemetery, Bel Air, Md.. Memory tributes may be sent to the family at mccomasfuneralhome.com. Hampton Turner and Hattie McNeil Turner. He served in the United States army dur­ ing World War II. After mili­ tary service, he came back to Ashe County to retire from Phoenix Chair Company. He was a member of Flat Grove Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Pauline Mary Turner and a son, Roger Glenn Turner. He is survived by three brothers, Don Turner, of Grumpier, Joe Ray Turner, of West Jefferson, and R.G. Turner, of Morganton; two sisters, Lessie Elliott, of West Jefferson and Bobby Lloyd, of Blue Ridge, Virginia; several nieces and nephews also sur­ vive. Pallbearers are Rick Woodie, Barry Woodie, Terry Woodie, Chris Miller, Ted Elliott, Nathan Eggers, Mikes Joines and J.H. Brooks. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Miles Powers Darlington. Md. December 21, 1920 April 21, 2007 Miles Powers, formerly of Lansing, died April 21, 2007. To send condolences to the family, please visit harkinsfuneralhome.com Social Worker shortage threatens care for millions (MF) - When 69-year-old social workers play an im­ Eun Joo Choi came to the portant role in everyday life. United States from Korea, But a recent study shows she couldn't speak English that there aren't enough and cultural differences professional social workers made it difficult to make for the more than 10 million people who rely on them. friends. A national study of 10,000 "I was like a crane. I used to stand apart from the oth­ licensed social workers by ers," Choi said through an the National Association of Social Workers found 40 per­ interpreter. Complicating things, she cent of those who specialize was soon struck by a hit- in child welfare/family prac­ and-run driver and suffered tice described vacancies in a fractured hip. Byung Tae their agencies as "common." Choi, a social worker of no Among addiction counselors, relation, noticed she was de­ 42 percent reported difficul­ pressed. He counseled her ty in filling openings. and introduced her to social With baby boomers aging events like Korean-Ameri­ and people living longer, the can feasts and group dances. demand for social work ser­ Today, Mrs. Choi considers vices for seniors is expected herself a social butterfly, to increase dramatically. Un­ and credits Byung with her fortunately, many current transformation. social workers are retiring Choi's story is one exam­ and fewer people are enter­ ple of the vital services social ing the field - citing heavy workers provide.Whether it's workloads, low salaries and working with the Red Cross safety concerns. to help disaster victims or "The findings of this study addressing issues like bully­ emphasize the need to as­ ing or teen suicide at schools, sure a qualified social work Charles Spencer Ashley West Jefferson January 11, 1931 April 30, 2007 Mr. Charles Spencer Ash­ ley better known as Spence age 76 of West Jefferson died Monday, April 30, 2007 at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Mr. Ashley was born in Ashe County on January 11, 1931 to the late Charlie Co­ lumbus and Lula Mae Roten Ashley. He was a member of Clifton Baptist Church. He was a member of the US Army and served in Korea. Funeral services were held Thursday, May 3, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Ashelawn Memorial Chapel with Rev. Tommy Dol­ lar and Rev. Joey McClure officiating. Burial followed in the Lewis Cemetery with military rites. The family received friends from 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, May 2,2007 at Ashelawn Me­ morial Chapel. Reeber Lee Kilby Lansing December 19,1922 May 4, 2007 Mr. Reeber Lee Kilby age 84 of Lansing died Friday, May 4, 2007 at Ashe Memo­ rial Hospital. Mr. Kilby was born in Lan­ sing on December 19,1922 to the late Wilburn Clay and Re­ becca Sturgill Kilby. He was a member of Zion Hill Baptist Church. Reeber enjoyed hunt­ ing, square dancing, playing baseball and raising beagles. He retired from Sprague Electric where he was the boiler foreman. Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Norma Wilcox Kilby, two brothers, Elmer and Delmer Kilby and one sister, Lucy Kilby Miller. Funeral services were held on Sunday, May 6, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Ashelawn Memorial Chapel with Rev. Paul Sturgill and Rev. Rex Hall officiating. Mr. Ashley is survived by his wife, Ina Jean Lewis Ash­ ley; two sons, Michael Ashley ofvWest Jefferson, Mark Ash­ ley of Galax, Va.; one daugh­ ter, Marie Harless of West Jefferson; one brother, Reg­ gie Ashley of Maryland; three sisters, Edna Ashley of West Jefferson, Delray Phillips and Mary Nell Osborne both of Lansing. 6 grandchildren, Brandon Bower, Rachel Bledsoe, Hope Ashley, Eric Hawks, Michelle Harless, Natalie Harless, sev­ eral nieces and nephews also survive. Flowers are accepted or memorials may be made to the Lewis Cemetery Fund do Jerry Kemp, 724 Kemp-Lewis Circle, West Jefferson, NC 28640. You may send your condo­ lences to the family through our website www.ashelawn. com. Ashelawn Memorial Cha­ pel was entrusted with Mr. Ashley's arrangements. Burial followed in Ashelawn Memorial Gardens. The Kilby family received friends from 1-2 p.m. Sun­ day, May 6, 2007 at Ashelawn Memorial Chapel. Mr. Kilby is survived by one son, Charles and wife Judy Kilby of Lansing; one daughter, Carolyn and hus­ band Steve Marmie of Lan­ sing; two grandchildren, Su­ san Kilby of West Jefferson, Patricia and husband Kevin Fore of Low Gap, N.C.; one sister, Lexie Duvall of Lan­ sing; several nieces and neph- ( ews also survive. In lieu of flowers may be made to the Ashe Services for the Aging, PO Box 9, West Jefferson, NC 28694. You may send the family your condolences through our website www.ashelawn.com. Ashelawn Memorial Cha­ pel & Gardens was entrusted with Mr. Kilby's arrange­ ments. James Arthur Fletcher Fletcher is survived by a daughter, Judith Sands (Wil­ liam) of Laurel Springs, N.C., West Jefferson two grandsons, Jerry B. Porter May 9,1917 and James L. Porter (Teresa), April 17, 2007 two great grandsons, Alex James Author Fletcher,, Porter and Bradley Porter of age 89, of West Jefferson, Charlotte, one sister-in-law, passed away on Tuesday, Lavelle Trent of Las Cruces, April 17, 2007. He was born New Mexico, several nieces May 9, 1917 in McColl, S.C. and one nephew. to Bishop Marvin Fletcher Visitation was held on Fri­ and Flossie Breeden Fletcher. day, April 20 from 10 until 11 Mr. Fletcher was retired from a.m. at Calvin-Cook Funeral Mechanical Contractors in Home in Mooresville, N.C., Charlotte. with the funeral immediately He was preceded in death following. Burial was in Sha­ by his parents, his wife of 56 ron Memorial Cemetery in years, Mildred Trent Fletch­ Charlotte. er, two brothers, W. Breeden In lieu of flowers, memori­ Fletcher and Doug Fletcher, als may be made to Samari­ and three sisters, Anna Lee tan's Purse, Post Office Box Fletcher, Mildred Breeden 3000, Boone N.C. 28607. and Margaret Miller. Mr. labor force for the future," said Tracy Whitaker, direc­ tor of the NASW Center for Workforce Studies. "These are not jobs that just anyone can do. It takes more than a good heart to provide high quality services. Social work­ ers bring specialized knowl­ edge and skills to their work. More must be done to recruit and retain these qualified individuals." If the shortage continues, many hospitals, adoption agencies and other organi­ zations could remain shortstaffed. For people like Eun Joo Choi, that is unaccept­ able. "It is important that peo­ ple know about this help. It has changed my life, and I want other people to know that social workers do this wonderful work," Mrs. Choi said. WE'RE MOVING! V*rn N, HaiT A Nail Salon > e 0 0 " O F F 846-8WJ it MODERN IMAGE HAIR & NAIL SALON Call Us: Gina. Lori, Charlene, Mindy 846-8992 In Jefferson Rent All Complex • Beside The Jefferstone (MS) - Exercise can be beneficial in the treatment of arthritis, say many doctors. Physical activity can reduce stiffness and increase muscle strength and flexibility. It also has overall health benefits, such as improving cardiac fit­ ness. Three types of exercise are most appropriate for those who have arthritis: 1. Strength training: Roanoke, Va. Died May 2, 2007 Mrs. Verda Eller Howell age 70 of Roanoke, Va. formerly of Ashe County died Wednes­ day, May 2,2007 at the Rehab Center in Roanoke. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m., Saturday, May 5, 2007 at the Badger Funeral Home Chapel by Rev. Ralph Smith. Burial will follow in the Haw Orchard Cemetery. The family received friends from 1 - 2 p.m. Saturday, prior to the funeral service. Mrs. Howell is survived by her husband, Lester Sterling Howell; two brothers, Ray­ mond Johnson and wife Joan Robert Johnson Sluder Todd November 11, 1949 May 2, 2007 Mr. Robert Johnson Sluder, better known as R.J., age 57, of Todd, the Three Top com­ munity, died Wednesday af­ ternoon, May 2, 2007 at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Funeral services were held on Saturday, May 5, 2007 at 11 a.m. at Boone Family Fu­ neral Home Chapel with Rev. Charlie McCoy and Rev. Wes­ ley Sluder officiating. Burial will follow in the Woodford Cemetery, The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. on Friday, May 4, 2007 at Boone Oscar McNeil Family Funeral Home. Mr. Sluder was born in Ashe County on Friday, No­ vember 11, 1949 to the late Astor Henry Sluder and to Grace Ilean Phillips Sluder. He was a Truck Driver. He was preceded in death by his father, Astor Sluder; a daughter, Rebecca Ann Slud­ er Roland; a brother, Council Sluder. He is survived by his wife, Mildred Miller Sluder; a daughter, Kara Sluder and husband, Scott Gentry, of Todd; his mother, Grace Sluder of Todd; a brother, C.W. Sluder, of Fleetwood; three half-brothers, Charles Allen and Jesse Allen, both of Valdese and Dewey Allen, of Telepathi, Calif.; a half sister, Edith Allen, of Morganton; three grandchildren, James Ian Roland, of Warrensville, Savanna Brooke Gentry and Taryn Nicole Gentry, both of Todd; a son-in-law, James Ivan Roland; several nieces and nephews also survive. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Kathryn McNeil and Zachary McNeil; one step-grand­ daughter, Kathy Rutherford and husband David of Sugar Grove, Va.; one step-greatgranddaughter, Riana erford; a special caregiver and friend for 19 years, Min­ nie Tuggle; several nieces and nephews; two sisters, Ola Greer and Belle McNeil both of West Jefferson, N.C. Funeral services were held Sunday April 29, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Seaver-Brown Cha­ pel with Dr. Mark Ross, Rev. Neville Mozingo and Rev. Mike Sage officiating. Burial followed in Rose Lawn Cem­ etery. The family received friends Saturday from 6 until 8 p.m. at Seaver-Brown Cha­ pel. Flowers were accepted or donations may be made to At­ kins Volunteer Fire Depart­ ment, P.O. Box 784, Marion, Va. 24354. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the family at www.seaverbrown. com. Seaver-Brown Funeral Service and Crematory is serving the McNeil Family. Strong muscles help support and protect joints affected by arthritis. Lifting weights can provide this. 2. Range-of-motion exer­ cises: Dancing, Pilates, swim­ ming, and other activities that push the body to stretch and move help maintain joint mo­ tion and relieve stiffness. 3. Aerobic activities: Activi­ ties such as walking, bicycle riding, skating and more are good for the heart. They also moderate weight, which in turn puts less strain on joints, particularly the knees. Some studies show that aerobic ex­ ercise can reduce inflamma­ tion in some joints. Before beginning an ex­ ercise program, discuss with your doctor what activities might be right for you. COMPLETE PHYSICALS CAN MISS CANCERS THAT ULTRASOUNDS CAN FIND OK* A West JeflerHm, NC flrn taring for Otr North tard Lynn G. Borctwt. M.D., Medal Director FRIDAY, MAY 11th, 2007 8:00AM - UNTIL 180 Chattyrob Lane (off Ray Taylor Rd.) West Jefferson, NC 28684 Sponsored by: Asbo Services For A|ln« I & Bill Eller and wife Freda both or Roanoke, Va.; three sisters, Anna Lee Grinstead of Chilhowie, Va., Octavia Billings and husband Jerry & Diane Bare and husband J.C. both of Sparta, N.C. Several nieces and neph­ ews also survive. Flowers are accepted or memorials may be made to: American Cancer Society do Rena Adams 372 Oscar Day Road, Jefferson, NC 28640. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneraihome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Marion, Va. June 3,1904 April 26, 2007 Oscar McNeil, age 102, died Thursday, April 26, 2007 at his home. He was born in Ashe County on June 3, 1904 to the late Kirby and Ellen Faw McNeil. He was a mem­ ber of Marion Baptist Church, having the honor of being the oldest member. "Mr. Mac" had worked on a farm, with shrubbery, operated restau­ rants and had done carpentry work. He moved to Marion in 1943 and established McNeil Furniture Company. He was preceded in death by his wife, Maude Sheets McNeil; his foster son, Cecil McNeil; one sister, Edna Par­ sons; eight brothers, Wint, Quincy, Clate, Clyde, Alton, Gene, Tom and Iron McNeil. 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Canine Patricia Lynn Greer Tin Hart Ham Jennifer Lynn Harris Jessica Nicole Hayes Jeanine Roxana Herman Brittany Lee Hostetter Anna Marie Lewis Philip Marshall Loni Hickman Miller Kathy Martin Parker Cazel Shayne Pruitt Rachael Anne Reash Mary Ann E. Reisinger Alvin Rayvon Sales Megan Elizabeth Smith April Suzanne tephens Lindsay Joy Stewart Vivian Irene Swaenepoel Brandon Scott Underwood Kathy K. Williams Tara Elizabeth Wolford Arts and Sciences Division Outstanding Student Asso­ ciate in Arts Degree ProgramBrittany Lee Hosteter Outstanding Student As­ sociate in Science Degree Pro­ gram- Sarah Elizabeth Adams Outstanding Student Asso­ ciate in Fine Arts- Drama- Jes­ sica Nicole Hayes Outstanding Student As­ sociate in Fine Arts- DramaZachary Shepherd Certificate of Academic Ex­ cellence in Associate in ArtsLynn Marie Powers Barber, Rodney Julius Graham, Ra­ chel Lee Strombeck, David G. Wedderburn Stewart Business and Public Service Technologies Division Outstanding Student Busi­ ness Administration- Melissa Call Outstanding Student Bush ness Administration- Delilah Wiles Outstanding Student Ac­ counting- Melissa Call Most Improved Advertis­ ing and Graphic Design- Loni Miller Best All Around Advertis­ ing and Graphic Design- Am­ ber Ardner Best Illustrator Advertis­ ing and Graphic Design- Chad Patrick Best Photographer Adver­ tising and Graphic DesignAdam Minton Best Designer Advertising and Graphic Design- Chris Photo courtesy of Wilkes Community College Ashe Campus Award Recipients: Pictured left to right: First Row: Travis Cornett, Jeff Wellington, Rachael Reash, and Betty Stanley. Second Row: Greg Baldwin, Jack Neal, Thomas Marsh, Gerald McCraw, Cazel S. Pruitt, and Ryan Eastridge. Smith Outstanding Student Busi­ ness Administration Market­ ing/Retailing- Shannon Bowlin Outstanding Student Crim­ inal Justice- Burton Adams Outstanding Student Networking- Teddy Wilcox Outstanding Student Net­ working- Keith Handy CCNA Certification Net­ working- Michael Miller Outstanding Student Office Systems Technology- Kathy K. Williams Outstanding Student Office Systems Technology- Courtney N. Eastridge Health Sciences Division Outstanding Student Medi­ cal Assisting Program- Wanda Lewis Outstanding Student Den­ tal Assisting Program- Brit­ tany Harris Outstanding Student Nurs­ ing Program 1st Year- Ashleigh Douglas Outstanding Student Nurs­ ing Program 2nd Year- Brit­ tany Byrd Outstanding Student Hu­ man Services Program- Kathy Parker Industrial and Engineering Technologies Division Academic Excellence Heavy Equipment and Transport Technology- Bill T. Auton Academic Excellence Heavy Equipment and Transport Technology- Chase A. Smith Academic Excellence Auto­ motive Systems TechnologyDouglas R. Hayes Academic Excellence Broad­ casting and Production Tech­ nology- Rebecca Jane Duvall Academic Excellence Com­ puter Engineering Technol­ ogy- Jeffery Dean Wilmoth Academic Excellence Archi­ tectural Technology- Lindsay Stewart Academic Excellence Build­ ing Construction TechnologyNick Adams Academic Excellence Elec­ trical/Electronics Engineering Technology- Kevin Lookabill Academic Excellence Auto body Repair- Jonathan Trivette Academic Excellence Elec­ tronics Engineering Technol­ ogy- Aaron Minton Academic Excellence Weld­ ing Technology- Joshua Eller Academic Excellence In­ dustrial Systems TechnologyTerry Tucker Academic Excellence Hor­ ticulture Technology- Kim Cashatt Academic Excellence Horti­ culture Technology- Sue Gilley Academic Excellence Horti­ culture Technology- Tina Jen­ sen Alleghany Center Student of the Year- Claire Halsey Accounting Student of the Year- Ben Kimrey Business Student of the Year- Aaronita Alford Ashe Campus Student of the Year- Betty C. Stanley Student of the Year- Shayne Pruitt Persistence Award- Beverly Hamby Accounting Club Outstanding Leadership Certificates: Teresa Barlow Erica Holliday Bonney Widner Whitney Wineberg Outstanding Service Award: Shelia Foster Naisha Dalton Shannon Bowlin Association of Information Technology Professionals President- Lesley Rae VanHoy Vice President- Steven Wes­ ley Douglas Certificate of Member­ ship- Victoria Lowe, Christy Jarman Baptist Student Union Outstanding Service and Dedication- Rafe Royal Outstanding Christian Leadership- Tara Wolford Dental Assisting Club Outstanding LeadershipThea Gilbert Outstanding Top Academ­ ic- Brittany Harris Outstanding Public Rela­ tions- Mindy Bowers Outstanding Club Ser­ vice- Stephanie Roe Outstanding Club SpiritSheena Miller Outstanding Club Com­ munication- Carla Pinkerton Human Services Club Outstanding LeadershipKathy Parker Outstanding LeadershipJudy Parsons Leadership Recognition Certificate- Angy Bryant, Ash­ ley Roten, Meagan Greene Outstanding Participation Certificate- Reba Jennings, Samantha Nickens, Margaret Lynda Taylor, Karen Call Industrial Technology and Electronics Club Outstanding Service as President- Gerald K. McCraw Outstanding Service as Vice President- Gerg Baldwin Certificate of Service- Mem­ ber ITEC- Ann Houck, Melissa Dancy, Jeffery A. Wellington, Ryan Eastridge, Roger C. Hill, Donna R. Rash, Jack E. Neal, Marty R. Main, David A. Tay­ lor, Jettie Bouchelle, Thomas Marsh, Michael Triplett, Ear­ nest Greer, Travis Cornett, Vergie Matkins Medical Assisting Club Medical Assistant of the Year- Wanda Lewis Mr. and Ms. Cougar Mr. Cougar- Billy Brewer Ms. Cougar- Kayla Adams Mr. and Ms. WCC Mr. WCC- Rafe Royal Ms. WCC- Jennifer Canine Newspaper Staff Outstanding Service as Desktop Editor/Graphic Designer- Loni Miller Outstanding < t»Service as Desktop Editor/Graphic Designer- Amber Arnder Student Government Asso­ ciation- Wilkes Campus Outstanding Service as President- Philip Marshall Outstanding Service as Vice President- Joseph Falco Outstanding Service as Sec/Treas.- Kimberley Jordan Outstanding Service as Programming Chair- Brittany Hostetter Outstanding Service as Asst. 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Programming Chair- Alisha Perry Mr. and Ms. Alleghany Cen­ ter Mr. WCC Alleghany CenterCody Woodie Ms. WCC Alleghany Cen­ ter- Christine Evans Student Government Asso­ ciation- Alleghany Center Outstanding Service as President- Shelley Williams Outstanding Service as Vice President- Ryan Rodriquez Outstanding SGA Activi­ ties- Sarah McGrady Mr. and Ms. Ashe Campus Mr. WCC Ashe CampusGerald McCraw Ms. WCC Ashe CampusRachael Reash Student Government Asso­ ciation- Ashe Campus Outstanding Service as President- Megan Gerth Outstanding Service as Vice President- Heather Campbell Outstanding Service as Sec/Treas.- Kelli Blowers Outstanding Service as Programming Chair- Gerald McCraw Outstanding Service as Programming Assistant- Ca­ zel Shayne Pruitt Phi Theta Kappa Service Award- Vice Presi­ dent- Brittany Hostetter Service Award- TreasurerKathy Parker Rotaract Club Outstanding LeadershipMichael Triplett Outstanding LeadershipJennifer Bauguss Student Nurses Association President, 2nd Year ClassTina Ham Vice President, 2nd Year Class- Kim Carter Secretary/Treasurer, 2nd Year Class- Katie Andrews President, 1st Year ClassMechelle Hawkins Vice President, 1st Year Class- Ashleigh Douglas Secretary, 1st Year ClassMichelle Parker Treasurer, 1st Year ClassFaith Frye Voltairean Publications Certificate of AppreciationAdrian Perez WCC College Theater Outstanding ParticiaptionEric Brown, Aerian Taylor, Renea Taylor, Shannon Reynolds, Anita Land, Brendetta Huff­ man, Josh Owen, Kimberly Hamby, Cheryl Shumate, Leah Absher, Kenneth Trujillo, Beth Morgan, Kristen Glaze, Jes­ sica Nicole Hayes, Zachary Shepherd WCC SkillsUSA Building ConstructionTeam Works- Nick Adams, Ryan Cox, Nathan Moose, Jef­ fery Safley Architectural Drafting- An­ thony Campbell, Joel Clonch, Matt Hines, Lindsay Stewart Automotive Service TechJosh Cudle, Matthew Drum, Donny Eller, Douglas Hayes, Luke Wells Carpentry- Trevin Cooper, Patrick Critcher, Jarrod Gantt, Chad Mathis Collision Repair Technol­ ogy- Tyler Cline, Jonathan Trivette Computer Maintenance Technology- Jacob Eller, Bran­ don Underwood, Jeff Wilmoth Electronics TechnologyPaul Caudle, Aaron Minton Heavy Equipment TechDiesel- Bill Auton, Adam Holleman, Jerrod Howard, Chase Smith Outstanding Leadership Outstanding Student Lead­ ership Award Spring 2007Michael Triplett and Kathy Parker Excellence in Leadership Judy Parsons r Vke J}eJjfe%st(5ne "Gallery of Fine Jewelry" CxquifiUe Selection of Jine J)iamondd and (genuine Qemotoneo Jancy Colored (Diamonds Platinum/White and yellow Qold Cuotom Made to- (9%dex (Loadable BENNY BINGHAM MASTER jEWriJiR Locally owned by Earl and Kathy Sheets Open Monday - Friday ~ 9:30AM - 5:00PM Saturday ~ 9:30AM - 4:00PM Private Showing By Appointment *279??.,. 411 South Main Street • Jefferson, NC 336-846-8626 L-• River and restaurant House country inn ; 2• yti Include* Lin* Head Gra*s Trimmer Attachment Includes many of the excellent design features of our professional models Change the easy-to-switch attachments with a turn of the knob. 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The announcement that the acquisition of Smiths Aerospace was complete came late Friday. We are excited to see such a major international com­ pany become part of Ashe County's economic "land­ scape." General Electric is per­ haps the most stable of all U.S. companies. Its ori­ gins go back to 1878 and the legendary laboratory of Thomas Alva Edison at Menlo Park, N.J. The inventor of the incandes­ cent light bulb (as well as the phonograph and the subjects of 1,091 other U.S. patents) organized a variety of companies he founded into Edison General Electric in 1890. Two years later, it merged with the other leading electrical company of the era and became General Electric Co. In 1896, General Electric became one of the first 12 companies whose stocks were included in the DowJones Industrial Average, a critical indicator on the New York Stock Exchange. GE is the only one of the original dozen still used in the average. As technology developed in the 20th century, GE always stayed on the cut­ ting edge. Among the sev­ PAGE 4 TUESDAY, MAY 8, 2007 Hypocrisy To the Editor: There is a level of hypocrisy between what the Bush Admin­ istration says and what it does that stuns most public school employees. A perfect example is curbing the dropout rate in America's public schools. President Bush's No Child Left Behind law requires pub­ lic schools to lower the number of dropouts. Failure to do so re­ sults in unfavorable actions be­ ing taken against local schools, school districts, and individual teachers. In his latest budget, Presi­ dent Bush cut the federal money for dropout programs to ZERO. The requirement stays in place. The punishments stay in place. The money to help schools reach the goal and avoid the punishments no lon­ ger exists. No Child Left Behind sounds great. We can all support the goal. But when it comes to pro­ viding the dollars to make his slogan a reality, President Bush is the first to cut and run. It's hypocrisy of stunning proportions. eral companies founded by them were the Radio Corporation of America (RCA) and American Telephone and Telegraph (AT&T). Later, they pio­ neered the development of computers and many other products never imagined in the days of Thomas Edison. GE Aviation is a subsid­ iary of the main company, a part of GE Infrastructure and was founded in 1917. In 1942, this company developed the first U.S. jet engine, paving the way for the development of mod­ ern military and civilian airplanes. Thousands of planes have flown with GE-built engines over the past nine decades. Last Eddie Davis year, GE Aviation reported President, NC $13.2 billion in revenues. Association of Educators To sum up, in welcom­ ing General Electric here, Ashe County really wel­ comes an old friend. Almost everyone in the county has owned a GE product, flown on an airplane powered by one of their engines, or To the Editor: had their lives touched by I recently received a fourcolor, expensive "update" from this remarkable company. 5th District Representative As one of the newest Virginia Foxx. Clearly stamped parts of the GE family, the on the outside is the disclaimer: county looks forward to a "This mailing was prepared, published and mailed at tax­ long and profitable con­ payer expense." nection between us and I am furious. this amazing company. We In an era when irresponsible believe you will find Ashe Republican spendthrift policies have driven our country to the a good place to find top edge of bankruptcy, I am as­ workers, and a great place tounded that Representative to call home. Foxx would squander my tax dollars on such a blatant, ex­ pensive abuse of the franking UX privilege. I wonder how many wounded Iraq veterans might have been better served at Walter Reed if Representative Foxx, instead of distributing vapid and contentless promotional material (at my expense), had instead al­ located her franking dollars to things like medicine? I find it offensive to witness this misuse of my tax dollars. Unwanted 'update' Henry H. Doss "VJE'VE FCUND « PLANET; LIKE OURS, CAPABLE OF SUSTAINING LIFEWHICH APPARENTLY "tk INHABITANTS FLACE VERY LITTLE VALUE ON-. Letters to the Editor Pensions To the Editor: Ask any retirement expert about the key to long-term fi­ nancial security, and their an­ swer is sure to contain some version of "slow and steady wins the race." It is an invest­ ment strategy that has served our state pension fund well through bull and bear mar­ kets. That is why the changes being advocated by the State Employees Association should be of great concern to the over 322,000 state, city, county, town, and school system em­ ployees and retirees we rep­ resent who are counting on North Carolina's tradition of a rock solid pension fund. In the recent opinion piece, "Beneath the pension praise," the State Employees Associa­ tion argues that the state pen­ sion fund should abandon its conservative approach of con­ sistently hitting investment singles - to borrow a baseball metaphor - and start swinging for the fences. As every good baseball fan knows, however, when you try to hit investment home runs you often end up striking out. Those strikeouts will be painful - for retirees, who would have to weather years without any increase in their benefits and for taxpay­ ers, who would have to make up the difference and keep the pension fund solvent. The bottom line is that HB 1806 would increase risk for the pension fund, for its mem­ bers and for the state. North Wall Street Journal and Stan­ Carolina's 750,000 retirees and dard & Poor's for two years in public employees simply can­ a row. In 2000, state pension not afford that kind of risk. The funds had, on average, all of bill represents a fundamen­ the resources needed to fund tal change in the investment future payments. By 2005, that strategy that has served the average nationwide dropped to state and its workers well for 81.8 percent, while North Car­ decades. It would mean aban­ olina's remained at 106 per­ doning the strong tradition of cent. Investment earnings are Treasurers Ed Gill and Harlan responsible for a great part of Boyles, in which the pension that strong standing, account­ fund has been carefully man­ ing for about 78 percent of the aged to safeguard workers' re­ fund for the year that ended December 31, 2005. And those tirement. Changing that philoso­ investment earnings have been phy and adding risk would strong. Over the past five years, leave our workers and retir­ North Carolina's performance ees extremely vulnerable to has been right in line with that economic downturns. In the of other pension funds. We and the state treasur­ recession of 2001 and 2002, North Carolina's pension fund ers have historically advocated led the nation in investment benefit increases that would returns because of our careful help retirees' payments keep and steady management. Cal­ pace with the cost of living. The ifornia's teacher pension fund, decision on the size of the costwhich has a much more aggres­ of-living adjustments (COLAs) sive, risky investment strategy, is made by the General As­ posted returns of -7.05 percent sembly, as is the amount of the in 2001 and -8.74 percent in employer contribution. These 2002, while North Carolina ex­ are issues that we all hope perienced much milder losses the General Assembly will ad­ with returns of -2.04 percent dress. and -4.04 percent in the. same uit When all the facts are on the' table, we. all agree that years. The pension fund 4s stool supported by three legs North Carolina's pension fund - investment income, state has served our teachers, our appropriations and employee firefighters, our law enforce­ contributions. During bad eco­ ment officers and our state nomic times, two of these legs well. There is no reason to ex­ get hit as investments suffer pect that a board that is not ac­ countable to the people of North and the state budget dries up. Ex­ Carolina would be better man­ posing our retirees and work­ agers of the fund. Slow, steady, ers to that kind of volatility is conservative performance is not in the best interest of our exactly what we ought to be do­ ing, and that's a tradition Trea­ state. When considering a change surer Moore should be lauded to a system that has served us for continuing. so well, we have a responsibil­ David Thompson, ity to separate fact from fiction. North Carolina does have the Executive Director, NC Association of second best pension fund in County Commissioners the nation, as reported by the A look at North Carolina's top 10 authors Jefferson Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-010) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. 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Last week's column about the "top ten" books of some of our favorite writers prompted me to share another top ten list—one of North Carolina literary figures that I pre­ pared several years ago for an article for Our State Mag­ azine. Here they are, in order of their dates of birth •Charles Waddell Chesnutt (1858-1932), one of the first African-American writ­ ers to achieve widespread fame and recognition as a fiction writer, grew up in Fayetteville and later became the principal of the Fayetteville State Normal School for Negroes, now known as Fayetteville State University. In 1883, he left North Caro­ lina for good, but his much of his work, including his bestknown book, "The Conjure Woman," is set in Fayetteville and the Cape Fear region. •O. Henry, the pen name of William Sydney Porter (18621910) was born in Guilford County in 1862 and grew up there. But it was in New York where his compelling short stories and their surprise endings brought to him na­ tional acclaim. He is buried in Asheville's Riverside Cem­ etery. •Paul Green (1894-1981) was a Harnett County native and Pulitzer Prize winner. His outdoor drama, "The Lost Colony," may have touched more North Carolinians' lives than the work of any of our other writers. •Thomas Wolfe (19001938) isNorth Carolina's most celebrat­ ed writer. Although his first novel, " L o o k Home­ ward An­ gel," did not make the lists m e n ­ tioned in last week's column, it is, as al­ most every North Carolinian knows, one of the finest "coming-of-age" novels ever writ­ ten. •Wilma Dykeman's (19202006) first book, "The French Broad," published in 1955, is a loving portrait of a moun­ tain river. It established for her a lasting reputation as a chronicler of Appalachian so­ cial history. •Reynolds Price's (1933) first novel, "A Long and Happy Life," won the William Faulkner Award, and his fic­ tion has been winning awards ever since. He is probably the most prolific of North Carolina's nationally known writers-having written more than 30 books of essays, po­ etry, memoirs, and fiction, as well as the translation and interpretation of books of the Bible. •Fred Chappell (1936- ), former poet laureate of North Carolina, is also an accom­ plished writer of fiction-two volumes of short stories and eight novels, showing his ver­ satility and depth as a writer. He grew up in Canton, and much of his work is profound­ ly influenced by the changes in mountain, southern, and agrarian society. •Anne Tyler (1941) may be North Carolina's best-known living writer of literary fiction-if you agree that we can claim her as our own. Although she grew up in North Carolina and gradu­ ated from Duke, she has now lived most of her life in Balti­ more where much of her work is set. Her best-known books are probably "The Accidental Tourist," which became a suc­ cessful and popular film, and "Breathing Lessons," which won the 1989 Pulitzer Prize for fiction. • Lee Smith (1944- ) grew up and went to college in the Virginia mountains. Since 1974 she has lived in Orange County, where she has written a series of novels and books of short stories that have won an impressive set of awards and enchanted readers across the country. Her 1983 novel, Oral History, was a Book of the Month Club selection. Lee Smith answers every call to help aspiring writers and readers in our state, earning for her the affection that her new home state gives her. •The tenth spot on the list is for you to fill. Whose name will you add? Will it be Charles Frazier, author of "Cold Mountain"? Or Mis­ sissippi native Elizabeth Spencer, certainly one of the greatest living writers of sto­ ries about the South, who now lives in Chapel Hill? Or the beloved Doris Betts? Or Louis Rubin, Jill McCorkle, Kay Gibbons, Clyde Edgerton, Randall Kenan, Robert Morgan, or Allan Gurganus? Or some other one of so many more wonderful North Caro­ lina writers? Share your thoughts at my North Carolina Bookwatch blog (www.unctv.org/ncbookwatch/), where I will also post the complete Our State arti­ cle about the top ten literary figures. D.G. Martin is the host of UNC-TVs North Carolina Bookwatch, which airs Sun­ days at 5:00 p.m. Check his blog and view prior programs at www.unctv.org/ncbookwatch!. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson ©jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, MAY 8, 2007 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT 4-H Canoe Race coming June 2 One of the most popular summertime events in Ashe County is the Annual New River Canoe Race sponsored by Ashe County 4-H. The race is scheduled for Saturday, June 2. The race will again feature more than $700 in prize money, along with an assortment of door prizes donated by area merchants. Pro­ ceeds from the race go to the 4-H Bulldog Alert - SOS Program, making it possible for all students at Ashe County Middle School to attend the Afterschool Program at a reduced fee. Race winners in each class receive a tro­ phy and prize money. All racers must fall in one of the publicized classes. Sorry, but no pets are allowed. The race course is a five-mile section of the New River consisting of flatwater and Class I Rapids. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. and boats start entering the water at 9 a.m. at Zaloo's Canoes on Highway 16. Finish line is at New River State Park Wag­ oner Road Access. The registrants must be present at the awards ceremony to win. Cost of the race is $7 per person (in­ cludes race tee-shirt) for the first race and $3 per person for each ad­ ditional race Novice, Industrial/Business Expert, Indus­ trial/Business Novice, Men's and Women's Kayak, Special Class. Drawings will be held at 3 p.m. for door prizes followed by the awards ceremony. Each participant completing a registration form will be eligible for the drawings, but the registrants must be present at the awards ceremony to win. A free race shuttle (compliments of Zaloos Canoes) is available from New River State Park to the start. All racers are encouraged to use this shuttle to eliminate traffic prob­ lems at the starting area. Raffle tickets are also being sold adding to the canoe race proceeds. First prize is a Kes­ trel 120 (roto) Current Designs Kayak, Paddle and Life Jacket (donated by North Fork Elec­ tric). Second prize is a canoe trip for two on the New River (donated by New River Outfit­ ters). Raffle tickets will be available for purchase on race day with the winners an­ nounced at the awards ceremony. For more information spe­ and cial accom­ modations, please con­ tact North Carolina Cooperative Extension, Ashe County 4-H at (336) 219-2650. In order to pro­ vide special entered. accommoda­ Pa rtici 4-H tions, pants, under must be no­ 12 years of age, are $3 per person. tified at least two weeks prior to the event. The CI and C2 Championship boats are Appreciation is extended to all sponsors of placed in separate class. Committee members the 2007 New River Canoe Race. will be at the starting line to classify Cham­ North Carolina State University and pionship boats. Classes for racers include CI North Carolina A&T State University com­ Championship, C2 Championship, CI Men's mit themselves to positive action to secure and Women's Expert, C2 Men's and Women's equal opportunity regardless of race, color, Expert, CI Men's and Women's Novice, C2 creed, national origin, religion, sex, age, or Men's and Women's Novice, C2 Mixed Ex­ disability. In addition, the two Universities pert, C2 Mixed Novice, Junior Expert, Junior welcome all persons without regard to sexual Novice, Junior/Senior Expert, Junior/Senior orientation. Smiths continued from front page in 2006 were $15.6 billion (USD). "Smiths Aerospace is a nat­ ural expansion of our Aviation business," said Scott Donnel­ ly, president and CEO of GE Aviation. "Both businesses have a strong commitment to technology and innovative products and services, and we have a similar customer base. The acquisition brings additional technology growth platforms to GE Aviation and allow us to further help our customers meet their needs." The acquisition comple­ tion coincides with record en­ gine production levels at GE Aviation. Over the next three years, GE Aviation's engine production rates will increase by more than 65 percent due to the expanding orders for the GEnx, GE90 and CFM56 engines. With more than 860 orders, the GEnx is the fast­ est-selling large commercial engine in GE history. The GE90 production levels are doubling, based on its success powering the popular Boeing 777-300ER and -200LR air­ craft. The CFM56, produced by CFM International-a 50/50 joint company between Gen­ eral Electric Company and Snecma (SAFRAN Group), is the best-selling engine in commercial aviation powering narrowbody aircraft today. Smiths Aerospace, which was part of Smiths Group, has more than 11,000 employees and had $2.4 billion in rev­ enues in 2006. The business has a significant presence on most commercial aircraft, in­ cluding the Boeing 737 and Airbus A320, as well as many military aircraft. Well-posi­ tioned for the future, Smiths has a major presence on new aircraft such as the Boeing 787, Airbus A380 and the Joint Strike Fighter. Smiths Aerospace products include flight management systems, airborne platform computing systems, power generation, conversion and distribution products, actua­ tion products and systems for flight control, thrust reversers and landing gear applica­ tions, various engine compo­ nents and a global customer services organization. GE Aviation, an operating unit of General Electric Com­ pany (NYSE: GE), is one of the world's leading manufac­ turers of jet engines for civil and military aircraft. GE also is a world-leading provider of maintenance and support ser­ vices for jet engines. Visit us at www.ge.com/aviation. The next generation Photo courtesy of New River Earth Institute The next generation of Earth stewards was represented at the Ashe Library for Saturday's free movie sponsored by the New River Earth Institute. The End of Suburbia was shown as part of an on-going environmental film series, which will continue on June 2 with the popular documentary Affluenza. Little continued from front page about $28 a week take home pay. Of course, it went a lot further then. We had a son (she and husband Max) four months old. I thought we'd build a house and I'd retire, but when we got the house built it was time for Bill to go to school." She decided to keep working so she and Max could afford to send Bill to college one day. "We sacrificed a lot for him to get an educa­ tion," she said. "We did with­ out a lot, but Bill never did. We didn't want him out there picking beans." Bill became a veterinarian and lives near Johnson City, TN. His daugh­ ter is in nursing school and his son is an umpire in the minor leagues. Helen said she and Max are looking forward to seeing them more often now that she's finally retired. She also plans to spend more _ THE OBSERVATION DECK time with their Christmas worry her any? "Didn't me,' trees and cattle and do a bit she said matter-of-factly. " of gardening and remodeling just did my job like I alway projects. had. There have been a lot o Helen said there are a lot changes since I started, anc of memories from her many I had just got used to it by years at the plant, all of them then." good. "I guess one sad one was Looking down at her photo when Benny Barker (a former nametag, Helen remarks on plant manager) left," she said. one thing that hadn't changed. "He was always asking me She still wore the tag made when I was going to retire. I for her in 1991 when the plant just enjoyed my job and work­ began requiring employees to ing with people. A lot of people wear one. "I said I hoped it said why not work part time, would last until I retired, and but I thought why when I had then yesterday it broke and I all my time in here." Did the joked that I'd come in and say changeover from Sprague I needed a new photo made Electric to United Chemi-Con on my last day." IN Cencert 12th At 7:00pno F(ue Fidye Elementary Adults $8 • Children 3-12 $4,3 and Under Free continued from front page Town Attorney Jim Reeves said the town can negotiate with a private buyer to sell the building but the price must be above the bid ap­ proved for Barrios. Barr told the aldermen last Thursday that the ABC Board CIA Web Site Search 1. UFO 2. Bay of 3. Yugoslavia 4. Iran 5. Nicaragua 6. Vietnam 7 Iran '' Ira9 8. Cuba had searched the town for a site and the old bank build­ ing was the only option other than purchase of land and construction of a new build­ ing. He said the store needs to be at least 3,000 square feet to meet needs, and that the town can expect an an­ nual revenue of $750,000 to $1 million for the first several years. He asked for a rentfree lease for six months in order for the building to be renovated and the store to be set up, at an estimated cost of more than $100,000. After six months, the ABC Board will look at either a longer lease with payment or purchase of the property. The aldermen approved the request and noted that the site must be approved by the North Carolina ABC Commission, which meets June 12. A sign is to be posted at the site and a letter sent to Raleigh requesting inspection and approval of the site. i^aith that the thing can be done is essential to any great achievement. 1 THOMAS CARRUTHER C 2007 by King Features Syndicate. Inc. 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Located at Shatley Springs Inn in Crumpler, NC jhtroutlake@hotmail.com 336-982-4447 �Tuesday - May 8 Men's Tennis NCHSAA 2A Dual Team Playoffs First Round Ashe at East Lincoln High School 4 p.m. Wednesday - May 9 Women's Soccer NCHSAA 2A Playoffs First Round Ashe at Salisbury High School 6 or 7 p.m. This week in Husky sports Women's soccer finishes third in MVAC Photo by Michael Graybeal The Huskies had six seniors this year that were honored on Thursday evening. L:R Ashton Little, Co-Captain Leia Eldreth, Leah Fulbright, Amanda Hamby, and Co-Captain Nancy Jones. by Michael Graybeal face the second ranked Eagles. Golden Eagles by a score of 2Sports Editor The Huskies struggled in the 1 to claim third place in the have allowed the Huskies to claim second spot in the conference. The game opened up with the Huskies having the first scoring opportunity, which came only nine minutes into the game when Nancy Jones was able to play a lofted ball into the Eagles' defensive box and created problems for the Huskies' opponents. When the keeper miss judged the ball, the Eagles' fullback being able to clear the ball to avoid the Huskies' score. The Eagles retaliated with a counter attack and the Huskies were forced into clearing the ball over the end line to give the Eagles the first corner kick of the game. The Eagles took full advantage and when the ball was played into the box, it was deflected and found a path to the foot of an Eagles forward. The Eagle placed the ball in the back of the net to take an early 1-0 lead. The Huskies made a retaliating run following the restart and threatened the Eagles with a shot when the ball was deflected and the Huskies were awarded with a corner kick.The Eagles' keeper scooped the Huskies corner up, which return possession back to the home team. The Eagles passed the ball the entire length of the field and following a shot deflected by a Husky defender, the Eagles Photo by Michael Graybeal Nancy Jones advances the ball down field during a recent game. had another corner kick. The initial ball was played by a Husky but crossed the end line for another corner kick. On the second re-entry, the Huskies gained possession to avoid the scoring opportunity for the Eagles with only ten minutes to play in the half. Following the clearance by the Huskies, both teams swapped possessions in the midfield until Nancy Jones made a run for the Huskies. With a precisely played ball from her teammate, the Eagles' defender made a potentially costly mistake by playing the ball to her keeper with her foot and the keeper picked the ball up resulting in an indirect free kick for the Huskies. With the ball placed at the top of the 18yard box, the Huskies had a promising opportunity and Shelly Barker imitated the restart by tapping the ball to return it to play. Nancy Jones closely followed with a powerful strike at the net but an Eagle defender was in the path and the ball rebounded to Ashton Little on the wing. Little took a shot at the goal but narrowly missed the equalizing goal with only six minutes remaining in the half. The Eagles took advantage of the Huskies missed See Soccer,; page 7 The varsity Huskies women's soccer team concluded their regular season last week with two games. On Tuesday evening, the Huskies traveled to Wilkes Central to game against the Eagles and lost with a final score of 5-0. The Huskies followed up the loss to the Wilkes Central Eagles with an important victory over the Surry Central Mountain Valley Conference. The first game of the week featured the Huskies on the road. The match up with the Eagles was key to the Huskies and a victory would by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor six seniors include Ashley Blevins, Kendra Blevins, Tiffany Jones, Whitney Spagnolo, Courtney Olive, and Danielle Wood. Danielle Wood is a four-year varsity letterman with two years on the All-Conference Team. Tiffany Jones, Kendra Blevins, and Whitney Spagnolo are each three-year lettermen. Tiffany Jones was an All-Conference selection twice and will continue her career at Walters State next year. Kendra Blevins was an Honorable Mention selection one year, and then an All-Conference selection the following year. Ashley Blevins and Courtney Olive were each two-year lettermen for the Varsity Huskies. The varsity squad will host the Wilkes Central Eagles on Monday evening in the first round of the Mountain Valley Conference Tournament. The Huskies record at the conclusion of the regular season was an impressive 8-4 in conference and 138 for the season. Providing that there is not a major upset during the MVAC Tournament, the Huskies will receive an automatic bid into the NCHSAA State Playoffs, which will be announced towards the end of this week. The JV team finished out their season with a tough 18-5 loss to the Golden Eagles. The Golden Eagles claimed two quick runs in the first inning and added five more runs during the Photo by Michael Graybeal second inning. The Huskies made a five-run rally during Softball seniors L:R: Kendra Blevins, Ashley Blevins, Tiffany Jones, Courtney Olive, Dani­ the second inning to cut the elle Wood, and Whitney Spagnolo. Golden Eagles' lead to only two runs, 7-5. However, the Golden Eagles added another four runs in the third inning and then seven more runs during the fourth inning prior to the game being called early. Paige Matheson was on the mound for the Huskies and pitched all four innings with Samantha Dunn behind the plate for the Huskies. At the plate, Juliana Morton led the Huskies with a one for two performance with a double and then added a walk. Natasha Faw followed with a one for three performance and scored one run for the Huskies. Softball wins with four-run fifth inning The Softball teams concluded their regular season on Thursday evening with a pair of games against the Surry Central Golden Eagles. The JV team opened up the games with a tough 185 loss to the Golden Eagles. The varsity squad took advantage of an enormous four run fifth inning to defeat the Golden Eagles 4-1 to remain in third place in the MVAC. In the varsity game, the Golden Eagles meant business and opened up the first inning by immediately scoring a run to take the early 1-0 lead. The Huskies were unable to regain the run until the fifth inning. The Huskies strung together consecutive hits and took advantage of the slick field condition to score four runs. The Huskies shut the Golden Eagles out in the sixth and seventh inning to finalize the game with the Huskies winning 5-1 on the Huskies senior night. The Huskies have six seniors on their squad. The Warriors motivate Mountain View Mountaineers get series win over GSU by Appalachian Sports Information STATESBORO, Ga.Strong pitching and clutch defense led Appalachian State University softball to a 3-1 victory at Georgia South­ ern in the series finale Sun­ day afternoon. With the win, the Mountaineers locked up the No. 3 seed heading into next week's Southern Confer­ ence Tournament in Greens­ boro, N.C. The Mountaineers' op­ ponent will be determined at the conclusion of league play Sunday with the Apps projected to play either Elon or Western Carolina in their opening game, pending the outcome of WCU's doubleheader at Furman. Kasey Motsinger led ASU with a 2-for-3 afternoon at the plate and a game-saving defensive play at shortstop. Kristyn Hurt also had two hits and drove in one of ASU's three runs with a double. The Mountaineers (2036, 11-10 SoCon) opened up the scoring with three runs on four hits in the top of the second. Diana Cook led off the inning with a walk and moved over to second on a Motsinger single to left field. Hurt then went opposite field with a shot to the base of the right-field fence to score Cook. After the Eagles got an out See Mountaineers, page 7 Photo by Michael Graybeal These Mountain View students were all smiles after they were able to play in a five-on-five game with the Oak Hill Warriors, the number one ranked high school basketball team in the nation. by Michael Graybeal determination. players to win the Under-18 Sports Editor The Warriors had six USA Team to a Gold Medal Kasey Motsinger had two hits and made a critical defensive play at shortstop on Sunday. As the public school system in Ashe County prepares their students for the End of Grade and End of Course tests, each school approaches the test with different methods. The students in the third, fourth, fifth, and sixth grades at Mountain View were treated with a "Morale Booster" by the Oak Hill Academy Warriors. The Warriors were the 2006-07 High School National Champions in Men's Basketball and presented a show for the students that projected a good work ethic, hard work, and representing members at the assembly along with two assistant coaches, Yerrick V. Stoneman and Bryan Meagher. The six players included Brandon Jennings, one of the top ranked junior point guards in America, Alex Legion a senior guard who will be playing at the University of Michigan next year, Yashir Price who is a junior guard also, Nolan Smith who is a senior guard and a captain for the Warriors. Smith has committed to play next year for the Duke Blue Devils and teamed with other this past summer, Howard "Trey" Thompkins who is a junior forward and is also considered to be one of the best forwards in the nation in the junior class, and the sixth member was Julian Vaughn who is a senior forward who has committed to play for the Seminole of Florida State next year. The assembly opened up with the Warriors demonstrating their routine warm-up drills and then intrigued the students with a three-on-three pickup game. See Warriors, page 7 �PAGE 7 TUESDAY, MAY 8, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS High Country Soccer Camp 18 th Annual High Country Hoops Camp Director: Marc Payne June 18-20 9 a.m.-noon Directed by Richard Gill at Ashe County High School Soccer Field Boys and Girls that are rising 4th thru 9th graders Camp Goal- To teach the basic fundamentals of soccer, and lay a framework for future players while having a great time with the sport of soccer Cost- The cost of the camp is $50 which includes a camp T-shirt, a limited insurance policy and lunch after each camp day What to bring- Shin guards, cleats, and water bottle *Checks should be made payable to 'High Country Soccer Camp' Trophies and Awards will be give out during the last day of camp Mail registration and release forms to: Richard Gill 121 Wicker St. West Jefferson, NC 28694 High Country Soccer Camp Registration Form Age: Player name: Grade in Fall '07: School: Parent(s) name(s): When/ Where: June 11-14, 2007 at Ashe County High School For Whom: Boys rising 3rd - 6th graders (9 a.m.-noon) Boys rising 7th - 10th graders (1 p.m.- 4 p.m.) Registration: Campers may register on Monday prior to the first a.m. session and the first p.m. session. (Pre-registration is welcomed; but not required) Arrival Time: Campers should arrive by 8:45 each morning or by 12:45 each afternoon. The Staff: The staff will be directed by Marc Payne and be composed of Ashe County High School basketball coaches and players, current and past. The Cost: The tuition for the High Country Hoops Camp is $50 per camper. (Ashe County Lightning Team cost: $45) Objective: "In 1975, 33 years ago I started a basketball camp at Beaver Creek High School and for 33 consecutive years The Runnin' Beavers or High Country Hoops Camp has been held. The objective then and the objective now has not changed. The objective is to give young players the opportunity to learn more about the game of basketball. The emphasis is and will always be the teaching of the proper fundamentals. We also want to build and interest and love for the game as well as strengthen the basketball program in Ashe County. We hope that you will benefit from out efforts." Marc Payne Address: High Country Hoops Camp Registration Form Home Phone #: Work Phone #: Emergency Contact Name and #: T-Shirt Size (Adult Sizes): X-Small Small Medium Large Release Form I hereby authorize the staff of 'High Country Soccer Camp' to act for me according to their best judgment in any emergency requiring medical attention, and I hereby waive and release 'High Country Soccer Camp' from any and all li­ ability for any injuries or illnesses while at 'High Country Soccer Camp'. 1 have no knowledge of any physical impairment that would be affected by my child's participation in 'High Country Soccer Camp'. Player Name: Parent/ Guardian Signature: Name | Grade Next Year Address I T-Shirt Size Parent's Name Home phone # Business Phone # As parent or guardian of the applicant, I understand that the staff of the High Country Hoops Camp will treat only minor injuries. If an injury requires medical attention the financial responsibility will rest with the parents. I also waive all legal rights for restitution. Parent Signature Date Send to: Marc Payne, Director/ High Country Hoops Camp/ POB 606/ West Jefferson, NC, 28694 Date: Mountaineers L Warriors continued from page 6 The Warriors then welcomed some selected students onto the court to fill a five-man team and played a short fiveon-five full court game with the six Warriors and four Eagles students. The Eagles from third grade were Calvin Johnson, Lourdes Solis, Gareth Berry, and Skylar Seagraves. Sixth grade Eagles were Dominique Maxwell, Kinsey Mullis, Seth Sheets, and Josie Stevens. Fourth grade representatives were Gavin Woodie, Aspen Greer, Joshua Adolf, and Tyler Eller, and the fifth grader representatives were Evan Walker, Whittney Wood, Tripp Spainhour, and Hannah Blevins. Following the conclusion of the students and Warriors game, Coach Stoneman challenged the third through sixth grade teachers to compete against the Warriors for a event filled with laughter and surprising skills from the faculty members of Mountain View Elementary. The assembly was closed with the Warriors' captain Nolan Smith speaking to the students about what it takes to be successful in life. His message was geared around hard work, determination, and good decision-making. Following the closing remarks by Smith, the attending Warriors were honored by having the students ask for their autographs and they were immediately engulfed in a sea of admiring students as the assembly fulfilled it's purpose of energizing the students as they head into a week full of agonizing test prior to summer arriving. Play Industrial League Softball Ashe County Parks and Recreation will be offering both a Men's and a Women's Slow Pitch Softball League. Sign ups will begin on May 1st and end May 31st. All participants must be 16 years old to play. Games will be held on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays and will begin the week of June 4th. Reg­ istration fees will be $400. The league will be using .44 cor 375 compression balls and ASA approved bats. Please call Eric Houck or Daniel Quin at 982-6185 if you can form a team or just want to play. Soccer continued from page (? opportunity and with the first half only having two minutes the Eagles remaining, punched in their second goal to possess a 2-0 lead at the halflime intermission. Following the halflime break, the Huskies had another promising run at the opening of the half, which led to a corner kick for Ashe County. When the ball was sent into the box, neither team was able to get a foot on the ball and it traveled through the crowd to the weak side of the field and then was cleared out by the Eagles to set up their scoring run. The Eagles once again passed the ball the length of the field to place the Huskies into a difficult situation. The defense responded by clearing the ball, but the Eagles regained possession immediately and a long shot by an Eagle mid-fielder sailed over the Huskies' keeper's head and dropped into the net to give the Eagles a commanding 3-0 lead at only the tenth minute mark of the second half. Following the restart, the Huskies attacked again and following a penalty by the Eagles, Shelly Barker set up a free kick for the Huskies. Barker's free kick was right on target and narrowly missed going in as the Eagles' goal keeper prevented the goal with a finger tip catch to maintain her shut-out. The Eagles were able to score again when a midfielder took a shot from 30-yards away from the goal. The shot was sent over the Huskies' keeper for the Eagles fourth goal of the game with only 22 minutes remaining in the game. The Huskies managed to hold the Eagles goal less for the following nineteen minutes but the Eagles struck again with only three minutes remaining when they scored another goal off of a corner kick to finalize the scoring at 5-0 in their favor. The Huskies recovered from the tough loss though when they hosted the Surry Central Golden Eagles for their senior night on Thursday evening. The Huskies claimed the 2-1-comeback victory with tough playing conditions. During halflime of the game, the Huskies honored their six seniors. The seniors on the team include Ashton Little, Leia Eldreth, Leah Fulbright, Jordain Dollar, Amanda Hamby, and Nancy Jones. During halflime, the players were introduced with their parents and honored with applause from the crowd. Prior to the senior recognitions, the first half was played. The Golden Eagles took advantage of the rough field conditions when they were able to score the first goal of the game on a corner kick at the twentieth minute of the first half to claim the 1-0 lead. The Huskies were unable to score the equalizing goal until the first half was winding down and with three minutes remaining in the first half, Ashton Little was able to drive a header into the back of the net off of a corner kick by Nancy Jones to tie the score up at 1-1 heading into halflime. Following halflime, the Huskies attacked immediately and the Golden Eagles dodged the early attack. Just five minutes into the second half, Lorna Vega was able to get a shot off at the Golden Eagles' goal but the shot was deflected to result in a corner kick for the Huskies. The corner kick was kicked out of bounds again by the Golden Eagles resulting in another corner kick for the Huskies. The Huskies could not capitalize on the second chance but the Huskies kept possession in their opponents' area and five minutes later earned another corner kick. Nancy Jones took the corner again for the Huskies and played the ball to Ashton Little. Little directed the ball to Brandy Houser who ripped a shot at the goal. Her shot was deflected right to the feet of Shawnee Adams who drilled the ball into the back of the net to give the Huskies a 2-1 lead with thirty minutes remaining in the game. The Huskies were able to deny the Golden Eagles' runs during the concluding thirty minutes and claimed the 21 victory to remain in third place in the Mountain Valley Conference and secured a spot in the NCHSAA State Playoffs. In the 2-1 victory by the Huskies, Ashton Little and Shawnee Adams led the Huskies with one goal apiece. Leah Fulbright was able to fire seven shots at the Golden Eagles' goal and Nancy Jones added six shots. The team had a total of 23 shots but only two found their way into the back of the net. The Huskies will return to action in the NCHSAA State Playoffs on Wednesday evening when they travel to Salisbury High School to face the Salisbury Hornets. If the Huskies defeat the Hornets, they will be on the road again on Saturday when they will face Forest Hill, the number one seed from the Rocky River Conference. continued from page 6 on a play at the plate, Ashley Gaston singled to center field to score Hurt. ASU's last run of the inning came on an infield single from Lind­ say Glover that scored Keri Blackwelder. Georgia Southern (24-30, 9-11 SoCon) answered with a run in the bottom of the third on Maria Laura to's two-out double to the base of the right-center field fence that scored Elizabeth Branan from second base. The Eagles appeared poised to strike in the bottom of the fifth when the first two batters reached base on infield singles and were sacrificed over to sec­ ond and third. A four-pitch walk then loaded the bases with one out. However, the Mountaineer defense ended the threat as third baseman Glover got the force out at home on the next batter and first baseman Cook snagged a line drive to keep the Eagles from cutting into the lead. The Apps got out of anoth­ er jam in the bottom of the sixth as the first two batters reached base on a double and a single to put runners at the corners with no outs. Yancy Moose then entered the game in relief for ASU and proceeded to retire the next three batters in order. Moose got the first batter looking, popped the second up to shortstop and then got a tremendous play from Motsinger at shortstop as she made a backhanded grab deep in the hole and threw the ball across the diamond to get the third out. Moose relieved starter Kayla Rich­ ardson who surrendered just one run and fanned three batters to earn her second win of the series. Moose also got three-straight groundball outs in the bottom of the sev­ enth to earn the save. ^Hardee's of Jefferson ATHLETE I H 1 <>f the WEEK presents the Our Athlete of the Week, Chris Blevins is a senior member of the Mens Track and Field Team. Blevins earned 30 individual points for the Huskies during the MVAC Championship with first place finishes in Triple Jump, 110 Meter Hurdles, and 300 Meter Hurdles. Chris Blevins Congratulations Chris Blevins!!! Stop by JncLx(Xt3t?S each week and check out our latest Athlete of the Week! Mountain Viage Shopping Center*246-5504 • Ask about delivery *246^504 he A thletics Sporting Goods, Team Sports - Apparel and Equipment, Trophies and Plaques 6192 Hwy. 221-N • Jefferson • 982-7425 Free Letterman Pin to Weekly Winners +% Sausage Biscuits J far enfg !£T >1.49 plus tax k; Li �PAGE 8 TUESDAY, MAY 8, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Camp Sunshine offered Daniel Boone Day: May 12 for grieving children Camp Sunshine is an en­ ergetic and exciting time for children aged five and up who have experienced the loss of a loved one. This day camp experience will allow children to deal with grief in an environment that gives them opportunities to ex­ press and process their grief in a unique, child-like man­ ner. Trained grief counsel­ ors from Hospice, as will as many volunteers from the community, will be provid­ ing nurture and support ap­ propriate to children in their losses. The camp will run for three days from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There is no cost for the Sparta. If you have questions camp, but registration is required. Lunch, crafts, T- about camp or need regis­ Shirts, and smiles are all in­ tration materials, call Lisa Courtney at cluded. Camp will be held at the following locations: UFiLTil 828-265M If**1*'!# y> 3926. In Watauga Coun ty: Oak Grove Bap­ tist Church, Boone, June 25-27 In Ashe Coun­ ty: Ashe Baptist Campground, Fleetwood, July 9-11 In Alleghany County: July 16-18, Lions Club Pavilion in The annual Daniel Boone Day celebration will be held on Saturday, May 12 at the Whippoorwill Academy and Village, Highway 268 in Fer­ guson, Wilkes County. Dan­ iel Boone lived in this com­ munity in the 1760's, in a cabin located on the Beaver Creek, and in another on a knoll overlooking the Yadkin River. The event will be held from noon until 5 p.m. Visitors will be able to see heritage dem­ onstrations including black- HOME HEALTH HOSPICE $39. Students and those 65 and older receive discounts. Hardee's Restaurants and Wilkesboro-based franchiser Dermox are supporting spon­ sors for the Walker Center Season. Blood, Sweat & Tears, formed in New York City in 1967, fused the varied stylings of rock, pop and R&B/soul music with big band or combo jazz. Blood, Sweat & Tears, their second album, quickly hit the top of the charts and won the "Album of the Year" Grammy. It spawned three major hit singles: Brenda Holloway's "You've Made Me So Very Happy," David Clayton-Thomas' "Spinning Wheel," and a timeless ver­ sion of Laura Nyro's "And When I Die." After Chuck Negron joined singers Danny Hutton and Cory Wells to found Three Dog Night in 1968, the group became one of the most suc­ cessful bands of the late A student art exhibit by Lynn Underwood's students will be at the Smokehouse Gal­ lery. The other historic build­ ings, Whippoorwill Academy, Matt's store, Daniel Boone replica cabin, the Chapel of Peace, Yadkin River Jail, wash house, blacksmith shop and weaving room will be open for self guided tours. There is no admission charge and the public is in­ vited to this family event. For directions and further infor­ mation call (336) 973-3237. SMART Gallery upcoming workshops Blood, Sweat and Tears comes to Walker Center WILKESBORO, NC: The Walker Center at Wilkes Community College will wel­ come some of the greatest hit makers of the late 1960s and early 1970s on Friday, May 18, 2007, at 8 PM. With two musical legends in one great show, this is the pack­ age event of the year! Blood, Sweat & Tears has joined forces with Chuck Negron, formerly of Three Dog Night, to form a powerhouse combo that can offer no less then 26 Top 40 hits ranging from "Joy to the World" to "You've Made Me So Very Happy." These songs make up a joyful mu­ sical soundtrack for the late 1960s. This show is guaran­ teed to bring back a flood of memories. Although the show is part of the Walker Center Season, a very few individual show tickets are now on sale. These tickets can be ordered from the Walker Center Box Office (336-838-6260). In­ dividual show tickets are smithing, pioneer cooking, pottery, flint napping and basket weaving. The Foothill Cloggers will perform and Rickie and Sandra Kirby and Libby Hayes will be playing old time music. Face pain­ ing, hayrides and games will please the young and young at heart. Hot dogs, drinks and homemade ice cream will be available during the after­ noon. The Tom Dooley play cast will perform at 1 p.m. on the Tom Dooley Museum porch. LEAD CAME STAINED GLASS (For intermediate learners) Saturday - May 12, 2007 9:00am - 5:00pm Learn the difference between working with foil and lead came. Complete and take home your fir st project all in one day! Fee: $95 Includes all materials BEGINNERS STAINED GLASS (For learners 18 years old and over) Saturday - June 2, 2007 9:00ara - 5:00pm Learn the five-step process of stained glass art; pattern cutting, glass cutting and grinding, foiling, soldering, and finishing. Complete and take home your project all in one day! Fee: $95 Includes all materials 1960s and early 1970s with fourteen gold albums and twenty-one Top 40 hits. They had three number one songs: "Mama Told Me Not to Come," "Joy to the World," and "Black and White." Three Dog Night broke up in 1977. Eventu­ ally Negron embarked on a solo career, recording five al­ bums since 1994 and writing a 1999 autobiography, Three Dog Nightmare. In 2005 he began touring with Blood, Sweat & Tears. Reasonable accommoda­ tions will be made for persons with disabilities. Please make request at least two weeks in advance of the event by call­ ing 336-838-6260. For more information contact: Art Menius (336.838.6423; art.menius@wilkescc.edu) or Ted Hagaman (336.838.6261; ted. hagaman@wilkescc.edu) PRINCIPLES OF STAINED GLASS PANEL DESIGN (For intermediate and above learners) Saturday - June 30, 2007 10:00am - 5:00pm Learn the elements of designing stained glass panels. Complete and take home your own design pattern ready to cut and build. Fee:$95 Includes supplies and basic design tools PAINTING ON SILK Saturday - June 16, 2007 10:00am - 6:00pm Learn about different silks, tools, and paints to use in this fascinating technique. Drawing tips for beginners, to improve freehand drawing confidence, will also be given. Explore using resist, salt techniques, color mixing, and color layering for endless creative possibilities! Fee $200 Includes silk for three projects, stretching frames, tools, and paints. Get your pit crew ready for the Jefferson Post / NASCAR PIT STOP FOB PRIZES! THIS WEEK'S BONUS TOTAL Pick the winner of the race & win $20! .... Pick the top three finishers & win the bonus! a i n ^Unless Won in Previous Race Famous comedy troupe comes to Blowing Rock Second City comedy troupe performs Truth, Justice, or the American Way at the Hayes Performing Arts Center BLOWING ROCK - Who would have thought that a converted Chinese laundry on Chicago's north side in 1959 would give way to what the New York Times has hailed "A comedy empire." But that humble yet hallowed abode did indeed produce The Sec­ ond City, irrefutably the coun­ try's most crisply pressed com­ edy institution. And on May 18 and 19 at 8pm, Blowing Rock, NC, gets a little piece of the Windy City giggles, as Chicago's legendary comedy theatre troupe The Second City will appear at the Hayes Performing Arts Center (off HWY 321) to perform its cur­ rent show, Truth, Justice, or the American Way. Directed by David Pompeii, the perfor­ mances will feature some of the best sketches, songs and improvisations from Second City's 45- plus-year history. The Second City is the premier training ground for the comedy world's best and brightest. Indeed, the alumni list reads like a Who's Who of American comedy: Mike Nich­ ols, Elaine May, Alan Arkin, Joan Rivers, Robert Klein, Peter Boyle, Harold Ramis, John Belushi, Dan Aykroyd, Bill Murray, Gilda Radner, George Wendt, Martin Short, John Candy, Bonnie Hunt, Tim Meadows, Chris Farley, Mike Myers, Tina Fey, Steve Carell, Stephen Colbert, Julia Louis Dreyfus, Horatio Sanz, Ryan Stiles and countless others. An evening with The Sec- ond City will provide audi­ ences with the chance to see comedy stars who may be in­ cluded in that esteemed list in the future, as well as the opportunity to see hilarious satire, cutting-edge improv and cleverly ridiculous mu­ sical numbers. No topic or subject matter is off-limits for The Second City — in fact, if your parents asked you not to speak about it at the din­ ner table, chances are it will be made fun of in an evening with The Second City. The Second City cast for Truth, Justice, or the Ameri­ can Way includes Laura Grey, Sarah Haskins, Jordan Klepper, Michael Lehrer, Aimee McKay and Tim Sniffen. Performances for The Sec­ ond City's Truth, Justice, or the American Way are May 18 and 19 at 8pm. Tickets are $35 and are currently avail­ able by calling the box office at 828-295-9627. You may pay by credit card or online at www.hayescenter.org. Group and student rates are also available. The mission of the Hayes Performing Arts Center is to serve as a community gather­ ing place for active exchange about culture and creativity through programming and superior services for audi­ ences of diverse ages, cultures and economic backgrounds. 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House Special to the Post The House unveiled much of its spending plan this week and I'm pleased that we were able to continue making strides for the children of this state. About $11 billion of the $20 billion plan would be spent for education and teachers would get a 5 percent raise as we continue to try to increase their pay to the national average for their profession. We also took a very important step by expanding health care coverage to "highrisk" people. Many experts agree that creating such a pool is a critical part of reaching the uninsured. We also held the first public hearing on an initiative to reduce dropout rates and remembered two of our departed colleagues. In the week ahead, we will continue to discuss and debate the proposed budget before sending it along to the Senate. Budget The House rolled out much of its budget proposal this week that ensures that education will remain the state's top priority. The state's public schools, community colleges and universities will get a total of $11 billion, about 55 percent plan. Post file photo Rep. Cullie Tarleton The proposal recommends: A 5 percent pay raise for teachers and a $250 bonus for firstyear teachers; $7 million for a dropout prevention program championed by House Speaker Joe Hackney; $20 million more for a program for at-risk students; $3.2 million more for Gov. Easley's Learn & Earn program and $6.4 million extra to expand Learn & Earn online. It also includes $2.85 million to hire 50 tutors to help with school literacy programs. Community colleges would get $25 million for a facilities and equipment grant program. Both community colleges and the university system would get all the money they requested for enrollment growth at their campuses. Need-based financial aid at the universities would increase by nearly $28 million under the plan. Budget writers also found $8.4 million to subsidize child care costs for an additional 2,000 children and $4 million to hire 80 more school nurses. House leaders anticipate passage of their budget by the end of the week. The measure will then go to the Senate for their input after which we will work to approve a final version before the start of the next fiscal year on July l.As a member of the Appropriations sub-committee on Education, I was an active participant in all the above. I'm especially pleased with the dropout prevention appropriation since as I've mention before, we've got to do a better job of keeping our young people in school until they graduate. Health The House agreed Tuesday on legislation that would extend health care coverage to thousands of "high-risk" people who have otherwise been denied coverage or asked to pay premiums they cannot afford. The bill (H265), which I co-sponsored, passed its final reading in the House by a vote of 104-11, after defeating an amendment that would have required the pool to be financed with money out of the state's general fund. The measure now goes to the Senate where the chamber's leaders say they will support its passage. Thirty-six states already have similar pools. Under the bill, people enrolling in the highrisk pool would pay about two-thirds of the program's costs through their premiums. The remaining cost would be covered by cost reductions negotiated with medical providers and by a monthly assessment on all health care insurers in the state. The projected assessment would be 4 cents per enrolled member per month in 2009. An estimated 13,000 people are expected to enroll in the pool. The bill is supported by the state's largest insurers, who believe it is an important step to expanding health care coverage to the estimated 1.4 million uninsured people in North Carolina. The North Carolina Justice Center, which also supports the bill, estimates that every insured person in the state already pays $438 a year in extra premium costs to cover health care for the state's uninsured. Education Teachers could take two personal days a year without having to pay for substitutes under a bill (H906) approved by the State Personnel Committee. Teachers in North Carolina are given five personal days a year, but have to pay for a substitute if they use them. The bill seeks to bring teachers more in line with the leave policies of other professionals. It now goes to the Education Committee for consideration. Environment The House unanimously approved a bill that would require hazardous waste storage companies to tell their neighbors and emergency response officials more about the materials they store. The legislation follows an explosion and fire at EQ Industrial Services in Apex on Oct. 9 that resulted in the evacuation of roughly 17,000 people. Emergency responders had little information about what the company had stored at the site, limiting thenability to extinguish the blaze. The legislation now goes to the Senate for approval. Notes County commissioners came to Raleigh this week to lobby lawmakers on a number of issues, but were primarily concerned about reducing how much they pay for Medicaid. I was pleased to welcome from Ashe County, County Manager Dan McMillan, Commission Chair Richard Blackburn. Vice-Chair Gary Barber and Commission member Judy Poe. From Watauga County, Commission member Winston Kinsey. My personal feeling is that Medicaid is a state responsibility and I'd like to see a phase out of county payments. For those of you who suffered significant damage due to the freeze over the Easter weekend, please contact your local FSA representative. In Watauga County it's Bud Smith at 828264-3850, ext.104 and in Ashe County it's Jennifer Gilbert at 336-246-8875. Please see the General Assembly web site for a complete list of bills I've either sponsored or co-sponsored. Thank you for the privilege of serving you in the North Carolina House. Please contact me at any Visit IRS.gov for details. Need an installment agreement? If you owe the IRS money and can't pay it all, visit IRS.gov to set up an online installment agreement. The $105 set-up fee drops to $52 if you make your payments via automatic debit. Lower-income applicants may qualify for a reduced fee of $43. If you don't have Web access, call 1-800-TAX-1040 to set up a payment plan. Want to e-file your tax return now? E-filing is still available through Oct. 15, the filing deadline for those who filed an extension. But even if you didn't file an extension, you can still e-file your return. Use the tax software you bought, or if your 2006 adjusted gross income was not over $52,000, use the IRS Free File program. Caution! To avoid tax scams, access Free File only through IRS.gov. Realized you need to fix an error on your return? The IRS may correct math errors and may accept returns with certain forms or schedules left off. But if, for example, you forgot to request the phone tax refund or you left off reportable income, you can file a Form 1040X to amend your return. The form is available at IRS. gov or by calling 1-800-TAXFORM. If you're amending to request the telephone excise tax refund, use Line 15 then use the instructions for the rest of the form. Got an e-mail from the IRS? Beware! The IRS never initiates contact with taxpayers via e-mail. If you get an e-mail that appears to be from the IRS about your refund or directing you to a Web site, it's probably an attempt by scammers to steal your private information. Don't click on any links in the message - just forward the fake e-mail to phishing@irs. gov. Need help with a tax problem? If you encounter a federal tax problem, contact the IRS immediately. Waiting can cost you time and money. If you get a notice from the IRS, call the phone number on the notice for help. If you've tried the normal IRS channels and the problem still isn't resolved, contact theTaxpayer Advocate Service toll-free at 1-877-7774778 for free assistance. IRS offers post-Tax Day tips for taxpayers GREENSBORO - Tax day has come and gone for most people, but your dealings with taxes may not be over yet. The IRS offers these tips for handling some typical after­ tax-day issues. Want to check the status of your refund? Visit IRS. gov and click on "Where's My Refund?". You'll need to input the primary Social Security Number on your return, your filing status (Single, Married Filing Jointly, etc.) and the amount of refund you expect. If you don't have Internet access, call 1-800-829-1954 to check on your refund. Not happy with the amount of your tax refund? Fix it now for next year by adjusting the amount you pay in. If you're an employee, use the IRS's online Withholding Calculator to figure the correct status and number of allowances. Then adjust your withholding by filling out a new Form W-4 with your personnel office. If you're self-employed, adjust your estimated tax payments. And if you're not making estimated tax payments, you can start on June 15, the next due date, using Form 1040-ES. Nation's oral health improves, but babies at risk Americans of all ages continue to experience im­ provements in their oral health. However, tooth decay in primary (baby) teeth increased among children aged 2 to 5 years, according to a report released today by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Based on data from CDC's National Center for Health Statistics, the report, "Trends in Oral Health Status—United States, 1988-1994 and 19992004," represents the most comprehensive assessment of oral health data available for the U.S. population to date. Tooth decay in primary (baby) teeth of children aged 2 to 5 years increased from 24 percent to 28 percent between 1988-1994 and 1999-2004. The report noted significant improvements in several areas. The prevalence of tooth decay in permanent teeth decreased for children, teens and adults. And more than one-third (38 percent) of children and teens aged 12 to 19 years had dental sealants, a plastic coating applied to teeth that protects against decay. The report noted several racial/ethnic disparities. Thirty-one percent of Mexican American children aged 6 to11 years had experienced decay in their permanent teeth, compared to 19 percent of non-Hispanic white children. 'This report shows that while we are continuing to make strides in prevention of tooth decay, this disease clearly remains a problem for some racial and ethnic groups, many of whom have more treated and untreated tooth decay compared to other groups," said Dr. Bruce A. Dye, a dentist and the report's lead author. There were also disparities along economic lines. Three Upcoming wool pool in Alleghany June 28, 2007, 8 a.m. - 11 a.m. Alleghany Fairgrounds, Sparta, N.C. Mid-States is in the pro­ cess of establishing prices for this year's wool. It looks as though cash prices will be a little higher than last year's, probably in the .35/lb range. However, prices have not been set yet, so this is a best guess. The plastic wool bags are preferred, although wool in the old burlap bags will be accepted. Mid-States will of­ fer plastic wool bags for sale at each pool ($2.50 per bag) to save producers shipping costs. Remember that good wool handling practices will en­ able us to keep selling our wool. Keep black and colored wool separate. This means if you have a flock that has both white faced and black faced sheep, keep the wool separate. If you have dark colored sheep, keep that wool separate. That will help MidStates to get the best price for the best use of the wool. You can pack the wool in the same bag if you don't have enough of one kind to fill a bag, but put something between the types, like a paper feed sack or piece of cardboard. Elimi­ nate plastic contamination, remove tags. Make sure each bag is la­ beled with producers name and address. We do not repack any wool, so the bags it comes in should be able to handle shipping to Ohio. We do not accept tags at the Sparta pool; the price does not justify it. Black and colored wool counts for the LDPs, so we will weigh and record, even if it may be of low or no price. We would like to also re­ mind you of the USDA price support program for wool, in the form of loans and LDPs. Our local FSA office will be at the site so all the paperwork can be handled that day. Most producers will opt for an LDP payment, and the current rate is $0.42/lb. on ungraded wool. Details of the program and rates can be found at http:// www.fsa. usda .gov/FSA. Thank you in advance for your cooperation. times as many children aged 6-11 (12 percent) from families with incomes below the federal poverty line had untreated tooth decay, compared with children from families with incomes above the poverty line (4 percent). The data in "Trends in Oral Health Status—United States, 1988-1994 and 19992004" comes from the CDC's National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. The report is available at www. cdc.gov/nchs. NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE LANDS of MOUNTA1NVIEW FARM II, LLC; and JOHN ILA RASH & RUTH ANN RASH JIM REEVES- VANNOY & REEVES, PLLC, ATTORNEYS 202 EAST MAIN STREET, P O DRAWER 67, WEST JEFFERSON, NORTH CAROLINA 28694 (336)246-7172 - FAX (336)246-5966 - jim@vannoyandreeves.com STATE of NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY of ASHE IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK File No. 06-SP-55 Direction? to Property From East Buck Mountain Road continue straight on Buck Mountain Road, Turn right on Lauren Lane and go to the end of Lauren Lane into Cul- de- sac. Mountainview Farm II, LLC; and John Ila Rash 8i wife, Ruth Ann Rash, Petitioners Ex Parte. NOTICE OF SALE Under and by virtue of an Order entered by the Clerk of the Superior Court of Ashe County in the above captioned special proceeding, the undersigned Commissioners will, on the 11th day of May, 2007 at 2:00 o'clock p.m., at the Courthouse In Jefferson, North Carolina, offer for sale to the highest bidder, for cash, pursuant to the judicial sales procedures contained in Article 29A, § 1-339.1, et. seq., of the North Carolina General Statutes, the following described lands lying and being in Ashe County, North Carolina: BEGINNING on a large rock on top of the Paddy Mountain known as the "Wagon Rock", running West to Geo. W. Ray's line; then southward with said line to the Calvin Hodgson line; then east with the Barr grant line 10 poles to a stake in said line; then S 70 poles with said line to a sugar tree; then east with said grant line 40 poles to a white oak; then S 15 poles to a stake in said grant line, corner made between Richardson and Hodgson in settlement of the action hereinafter referred to; then east 36 Vz poles to a stake in Barr grant line at "E" on plat; then N 10 W with said grant line to the BEGINNING, so as to contain all the land In the Felix Barr 20-acre grant north of the line of the lands or part of said grant which is the land of said J. A. Richardson by virtue of that certain Judgment entitled, "Dwight Hodgson vs. J. A. Richardson"; and containing 40 acres, more or less. At the time of the sale, the highest bidder shall immediately make a cash deposit in the amount of Five (5%) per cent of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty ($750) Dollars, whichever is greater. This 12th day of April, 2007. David A. Jolly, Co-Commissioner Jimmy D. Reeves, Co-Commissioner �PAGE 10 TUESDAY, MAY 8, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Blue Grass concert at Blue Ridge Elementary School this Saturday Tuesday May 8 9 a.m.:The Board of Elections meets the second Tuesday in each month at the Court House in Jefferson. These meetings are open to the public. 7 p.m.: Grass Creek Baptist Church is having revival services from May 7 thru May Old Wilkesboro Rd., just off Highway 16, across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. If you have questions or need directions, call the church at (336)982-4840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)9824743. Thursday May 10 11. Guest speaker is Larry Powers. Special singing will be held nightly. Pastor Johnny Huffman invites everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: The Round Knob 6:30 p.m.: Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission, Inc. (BROC) will hold its Community Executive Meeting at the BROC Alleghany Office in Sparta. Baptist Church (Boggs Community)will have revival services May 6 - May 9. Please call Wilkes Office: 6677141, Ashe Office: 384-4543 or Alleghany Office: 372-7284 for more information. Speaker will be Rev. Russell Sheets. Special Singing each night. Pastor Keith Elledge invites everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: South Fork Baptist Church in Todd will begin Revival Services at 7 p.m. Sunday - Wednesday. Rev. David Blackburn will be the evangelist. Nursery will be provided. Pastor Herbert McCoy invites everyone to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Revival at Mission Home Baptist Church in Fleetwood. Rev. John Ellidge will be speaking. Special Singing Nightly. The Congregation invites everyone to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Revival services will be held at the Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Glendale Springs, May 7-11 at 7:30 p.m. nightly. The guest speaker is Evangelist David Cook of Naoma, WV. Prepare to be moved and challenged by God through the anointed singing and preaching of His Word. The singing will be lively and the preaching will be fiery. It is our desire to see souls saved, lives changed, homes strengthened, families restored, and saints revived. If you are longing for that days-gone-by visitation of the power and presence of God, please consider this your open invitation to be our honored guest. So make plans now to attend. The church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd., just off Highway 16, across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. If you have questions or need directions, call the church at (336)9824840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743. Wednesday May 9 11:45 a.m.: "Diabetes and Your Feet." Dr. Paul Zimmerman, podiatrist will be talking to us on this important topic at AMH Mt.Hearts. For information call 846-0744. 7 p.m.: Grass Creek Baptist Church is having revival ser­ vices from May 7 thru May 11. Guest speaker is Larry Powers. Special singing will be held nightly. Pastor Johnny Huffman invites everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: The Round Knob Baptist Church (Boggs Community)will have reviv­ al services May 6 - May 9. Speaker will be Rev. Russell Sheets. Special Singing each night. Pastor Keith Elledge invites everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: South Fork Baptist Church in Todd will begin Revival Services at 7 p.m. Sunday - Wednesday. Rev. David Blackburn will be the evangelist. Nursery will be pro­ vided. Pastor Herbert McCoy invites everyone to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Revival at Mission Home Baptist Church in Fleetwood. Rev. John Ellidge will be speaking. Special Singing Nightly. The Congregation invites everyone to attend. 7:30 pm: Revival at Shiloh Baptist Church in Grassy Creek, NC with Lloyd Day as visiting evangelist. Pastor Warner Eller welcomes every­ one. 7:30 p.m.: Revival services will be held at the Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Glendale Springs, May 7-11 at 7:30 p.m. nightly. The guest speaker is Evangelist David Cook of Naoma, WV. Prepare to be moved and challenged by God through the anoint­ ed singing and preaching of His Word. The singing will be lively and the preaching will be fiery. It is our desire to see souls saved, lives changed, homes strengthened, families restored, and saints revived. If you are longing for that daysgone-by visitation of the power and presence of God, please consider this your open invita­ tion to be our honored guest. So make plans now to attend. The church is located at 3044 7 p.m.: The New River Service Authority Board (dba New River Behavioral HealthCare) will hold its regular monthly meeting at the New River Behavioral HealthCare Outpatient Center in North Wilkesboro. 7 p.m.: Grass Creek Baptist Church is having revival ser­ vices from May 7 thru May 11. Guest speaker is Larry Powers. Special singing will be held nightly. Pastor Johnny Huffman invites everyone to attend. 7:30 pm: Revival at Shiloh Baptist Church in Grassy Creek, NC with Lloyd Day as visiting evangelist. Pastor Warner Eller welcomes every­ one. 7:30 p.m.: Revival services will be held at the Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Glendale Springs, May 7-11 at 7:30 p.m. nightly. The guest speaker is Evangelist David Cook of Naoma, WV. Prepare to be moved and challenged by God through the anoint­ ed singing and preaching of His Word. The singing will be lively and the preaching will be fiery. It is our desire to see souls saved, lives changed, homes strengthened, families restored, and saints revived. If you are longing for that daysgone-by visitation of the power and presence of God, please consider this your open invita­ tion to be our honored guest. So make plans now to attend. The church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd., just off Highway 16. across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. If you have questions or need directions, call the church at (336)982-4840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)9824743. Friday May 11 The Ashe County Democratic Headquarters will be open each Friday at 1 p.m. They will be serving a FREE pinto bean dinner from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. They invite everyone to come by and visit. 9 a.m. -1 p.m.: Senior Center Health Fair at Ashe Services for Aging, Inc. Senior Sentor, 180 Chatty Rob Lane, West Jefferson, N.C. 28694. The Health Department, Hearing Specialists, Best Value Hearing, and UltraSreen will be doing testing until 5 p.m. Cholesterol and Blood sugar testing will also be provided. Do not eat breakfast. Cost is $5. For more information call Louise Caudill at 246-4347. 5 p.m. -7 p.m.:The Riverview Lions club is having a spa­ ghetti supper at Riverview Community Center in Creston, serving spaghetti, salad, garlic bread, deserts, and sweet tea for a $6 dona­ tion. The money from this fund raiser will go towards a $500 scholarship to a 6th grader of the DARE program, at Blue Ridge Elementary School. Come out and enjoy good food and help us award this schol­ arship. This will be our eighth year of helping this good pro­ gram and we can't do it with­ out the help of others. The Riverview Lions Club would like to thank everyone for their support. 7 p.m.: Grass Creek Baptist Church is having revival ser­ vices from May 7 thru May 11. Guest speaker is Larry Powers. Special singing will be held nightly. Pastor Johnny Huffman invites everyone to attend. 7:30 pm: Revival at Shiloh Baptist Church in Grassy Creek, NC with Lloyd Day as visiting evangelist. Pastor Warner Eller welcomes every­ one. 7:30 p.m.: Revival services will be held at the Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Glendale Springs, May 7-11 at 7:30 p.m. nightly. The guest speaker is Evangelist David Cook of Naoma, WV. Prepare to be moved and challenged by God through the anoint­ ed singing and preaching of His Word. The singing will be lively and the preaching will be fiery. It is our desire to see souls saved, lives changed, homes strengthened, families restored, and saints revived. If you are longing for that daysgone-by visitation of the power and presence of God, please consider this your open invita­ tion to be our honored guest. So make plans now to attend. The church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd., just off Highway 16, across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. If you have questions or need directions, call the church at (336)982-4840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)9824743. Saturday May 12 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Yardsale at Midway Baptist Church, across from Wal-Mart. Hot Dogs, Chips and baked goods. All proceeds donated to the church. Noon - 4 p.m.:The Alleghany Animal Shelter and the Twin Oaks General Store are hosting an Adopt-aThon from noon-4 p.m. at the Twin Oaks General Store in Sparta! Join us for music from WCOK, free finger foods, and bargains galore in a huge yard sale! Meet our adoptable animals and go home with a new friend! Call Robyn with any questions or to volunteer at 363-9187. The Alleghany Animal Shelter URGENTLY needs dry puppy chow and clay cat litter! Donations can be dropped off at the shelter at 2970 Hwy. 21 in Sparta, NC. Call Robyn to arrange a bulk pick-up at 363-9187. 7 p.m.:Warrensville Volunteer Fire Department will be spon­ soring a Blue Grass concert featuring "Rock Bottom" at Blue Ridge Elementary School. Tickets are on sale now at Warrensville Drug Store, Summit STEP Program, or you may contact any momenber of the Warrensville Fire Department to purchase your tickets. Cost is $8 for Adults $4.tor children 3-12. Children 3 and under -Free. Call 384-4556 or 384-4318 for more information or to pur­ chase tickets. 7:30 pm: Revival at Shiloh Baptist Church in Grassy Creek, NC with Lloyd Day as visiting evangelist. Pastor Warner Eller welcomes every­ one. Sunday May 13 2 p.m.: Ashe county Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for directions 4 p.m.: The Ashe Pregnancy Care Center will conclude its major spring fund drive with a Mother's Day memo­ rial service at Bald Mountain Cemetery. For more infor­ mation or to contribute to the Ashe Pregnancy Care Center, please call 846-4100. Sponsorships for this impor­ tant event are available. 7 p.m.: Revival at Beaver Creek Baptist Church. The guest speaker will be Rev. Russell Sheet. There will be special singing each night. Everyone is welcome to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Temple Baptist Church, Sunday Night. Rev. Harlen Greer will be the guest speaker. Special singing each evening. The pas­ tor, Rev. Glenn Woodie, and congregation invite everyone to attend. 7:30 pm: Revival at Shiloh Baptist Church in Grassy Creek, NC with Lloyd Day as visiting evangelist. Pastor Warner Eller welcomes every­ one. Monday May 14 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Garden Club meets the sec­ ond Monday of each month at 6 p.m. The May meeting on May 14 will be at the home of a member and a demonstration of container gardening will be given. A covered dish din­ ner will be served. Members are asked to bring a favorite dish. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. 6:30 p.m.: The Disabled American Veterans and Auxiliary will have their monthly meeting at the VFW building on Ashe Park Rd. in Jefferson. 7 p.m.: Revival at Peace Haven Community Church. Rev. Sonny Thomas will be speaking. Pastor Bill Miller and congregation invite everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Beaver Creek Baptist Church. The guest speaker will be Rev. Russell Sheet. There will be special singing each night. Everyone is welcome to attend. Tuesday May 15 Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will be offer­ ing four LAH Continuing Education classes for Insurance Agents on May 15 & 16. Registration fee for the classes will be $55. Agents may earn up to 12 hours of continuing education credit. Classes will be held on the Wilkes Campus. Pre Registration is requested. To pre-register or for further infor­ mation, please contact Phyllis VanHoy at 336-838-6166 or Dena Wiles at 336-838-6210 5:30 p.m.: CHATs Quarterly Meeting at Smokey Mt. Barbecue. Learn about local resources, such as: Ashe Outreach Ministries and the Ashe County Free Medical Clinic. Dinner is provided. RSVP by May 10 to Nancy Kautz, 846-0781. 6 p.m.: The New River Behavioral HealthCare Consumer and Family Advisory Committee will be meeting at the New River Behavioral HealthCare Outpatient Treatment Center at 1430 Willow Lane, Westpark C61-2, North Wilkesboro, N.C. For more information, call the Consumer and Family Advisory Committe Liasion at 828-264-9007. 7 p.m.: Revival at Peace Haven Community Church. Rev. Sonny Thomas will be speaking. Pastor Bill Miller and congregation invite everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Beaver Creek Baptist Church. The guest speaker will be Rev. Russell Sheet. There will be special singing each night. Everyone is welcome to attend. Wednesday May 16 Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will be offer­ ing four LAH Continuing Education classes for Insurance Agents on May 15 & 16. Registration fee for the classes will be $55. Agents may earn up to 12 hours of continuing education credit. Classes will be held on the Wilkes Campus. Pre Registration is requested. To pre-register or for further infor­ mation, please contact Phyllis VanHoy at 336-838-6166 or Dena Wiles at 336-838-6210 10 a.m.: Both commit­ tees of the High Country RPO will hold meetings on Wednesday, May 16 at the High Country Council of Governments building locat­ ed at 719A Greenway Road, Boone, N.C. 28670. The Rural Transporation Coordinating Committee (RTCC) will meet at 10 a.m. and the Rural Transportation Advisory Committee (RTAC) will meet at 2 p.m. Both meetings are open to the public. 7 p.m.: Revival at Peace Haven Community Church. Rev. Sonny Thomas will be speaking. Pastor Bill Miller and congregation invite everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Beaver Creek Baptist Church. The guest speaker will be Rev. Russell Sheet. There will be special singing each night. Everyone is welcome to attend. Thursday May 17 7:30 a.m.: Screening at the High School Auditorium. Recognition will be given to seniors for college scholar­ ships, honor graduates, N.C. Scholars, academic achieve­ ments and many other awards. I have asked that Seniors please report all of their awards and scholarships that they have been offered or are accepting to Tara Miller (School Councelor) by May 7. This is an exciting time for seniors and their parents! 7 p.m.: Revival at Peace Haven Community Church. Rev. Sonny Thomas will be speaking. Pastor Bill Miller and congregation invite everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Beaver Creek Baptist Church. The guest speaker will be Rev. Russell Sheet. There will be special singing each night. Everyone is welcome to attend. Friday May 18 3 p.m.- 4:30 p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central. This is an opportu­ nity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. 7 p.m.: Revival at Peace Haven Community Church. Rev. Sonny Thomas will be speaking. Pastor Bill Miller and congregation invite everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Beaver Creek Baptist Church. The guest speaker will be Rev. Russell Sheet. There will be special singing each night. Everyone is welcome to attend. Saturday May 19 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Wilkes Cholesterol Mt. Hearts. Participants should fast 12 hours prior to test, but may drink water. Cost is $15. Appointments are necessary. Call to schedule at 846-0744. 9 a.m.: Ashe County High School is pleased to invite you and your family to the Senior Awards Ceremony in Community College's Continuing Education Department will be offering Tanning Facility Operator training at the Wilkes Campus. Registration costs for the class will be $50. Pre-registration is required. To pre-register con­ tact Phyllis VanHoy or Dena Wiles at (336)838-6166 or continued on page 11 Give Your Graduate Som Noteworthy Prai Grad Ads Honor your graduate with a message in the Jefferson Post on Friday, May 25th. This is a memorable way to show your pride in the accomplishments your graduate has achieved throughout their school years. 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Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 — or call (336) 846 - 7164 -.J! and ask for Geraldine �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, MAY 8, 2007 PAGE 11 COMMUNITY EVENTS Health Department hosts Walk-a-Thon for Cystic Fibrosis continued from page 10 (336) 838-6210 8:30 a.m.: Annual Heart Walk for the Ashe Heart Association at the Old Jefferson Court House. There is still time to receive materials and form a team. Call Judi Leek at 846-1109. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Canoe Classes:This class is for peo­ ple of all ages. You will learn how to steer a canoe, the art of traveling backwards when steering doesn't work, and the skill to work with a partner no matter which way the water pushes your boat! Start at the ASU pool and travel to area lakes and rivers. Fee: $200 What is included: All paddling equipment, transportation by ASU van, lunch each day, and instruction by senior instruc­ tors from Outdoor Programs at ASU. This program is sponsored by the Office of Conferences and Institutes at ASU. Pre-registration is required. Email reddickct® appstate.edu for sign up infor­ mation, or call 828-262-2530. The registration deadline is Monday, May 7th. 9 a.m.: Mt. Jefferson State Park: Mt. Jefferson Bird Walk Meet at the Picnic Shelter. If you think "Neotropical" is a Caribbean 3-flavor ice cream, then you need to join a ranger on the Rhododendron Trail in search of the colorful migrant birds that travel all the way from Central and South America to Mount Jefferson each Spring. We'll search for the true neo­ tropical warblers, vireos, and tanagers, and maybe even a cuckoo or two along the way. Wear sturdy shoes and meet at the Picnic Shelter. 10 a.m.: At the Green Valley Park, on the New River and Big Hill Road, between Todd and the Green Valley School, bands will perform from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., including the Forget-Me-Nots, Crookneck Squashers, Worthless SonIn-Laws, Wolfe Bros., Dollar Brothers, Amantha Mill, and Melissa Reaves. Other attrac­ tions are arts and crafts vendors, kid's activities and games, an AirWalk, and food. Admission is free and open to all. Proceeds benefit 2 local nonprofit organizations: Green Valley Park and Mountain Pathways School. The festival runs from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For more information call Mountain Pathways School at 828-262-5787. 1 p.m.: Ashe County Health Dept. will be hosting the Great Strides walk-a-thon to raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. We will be walking 10 kilometers. Please stop by the Ashe Co Health Dept and sponsor your favorite Health Dept. sweet­ heart to help raise money for a good cause. If you have any questions please call Lisa at Ashe Co. Health Dept. at 2469449. 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.: This year's annual "Wine Down" at the Foothills Arts Council in Elkin following the Yadkin Valley Wine Festival. This is one of the Arts Council's big­ gest fundraisers of the year and promises to be one of the most fun events of the Arts Council calendar. Come see all your friends at the best party in Elkin and enjoy food, dancing, wine from local vine­ yards, their annual shutter auction, a split-the-pot-drawing, a frozen coffee drink bar by Snickerdoodles, award-win­ ning photography on exhib­ it from this year's "Images" show and music this year by Memphis Jake and the Blues Biscuits. Tickets are $25 and are available by calling the Arts Council at 835-2025 or at the door. This year the Arts Council is operating the "Art Trolley" for a minimal fee to users to and from area hotels, from area parking lots and at the High School to get folks to and from the Wine Festival and Wine Down. The trolley will offer stops at various places of interest in town, including the "Grand Opening" of the Yadkin Valley Craft Guild, the Peace Poster exhibit and other specialty shops. Please con­ tact the Foothills Arts Council if you have questions or if you would like to volunteer at 336835-2025. 7 p.m.: Revival at Beaver Creek Baptist Church. The guest speaker will be Rev. Russell Sheet. There will be special singing each night. Everyone is welcome to attend. Sunday May 20 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Canoe Classes:This class is for peo­ ple of all ages. You will learn how to steer a canoe, the art of traveling backwards when steering doesn't work, and the skill to work with a partner no matter which way the water pushes your boat! Start at the ASU pool and travel to area lakes and rivers. Fee: $200 What is included: All paddling equipment, transportation by ASU van, lunch each day, and instruction by senior instruc­ tors from Outdoor Programs at ASU. This program is sponsored by the Office of Conferences and Institutes at ASU. Pre-registration is required. Email reddickct® appstate.edu for sign up infor­ mation, or call 828-262-2530. The registration deadline is Monday, May 7th. 7 p.m.: North Beaver Baptist Church Revival Services will be held Sunday, May 20 thru Wednesday May 23.The guest speaker will be Rev. Chris Goodman and there will be special singing nightly North Beaver Baptist Church, Hwy 163, West Jefferson, NC and pastor Rev. Rick Miller invites you to these events. Monday May 21 Noon - 3 p.m.: Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will be offer­ ing two internet classes during the summer semes­ ter. Classes will be held on Mondays, May 21 thru July 16 and Thursdays, May 24 - July 12, from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Registration fees will be $60 per 24 hour class. For more information, please con­ tact Dena Wiles at (336) 8386210. 6:30 p.m.: The V.F.W. will have thier monthly meeting at the Hut on Ashe Park Rd. in Jefferson. 7 p.m.: North Beaver Baptist Church Revival Services will be held Sunday, May 20 thru Wednesday May 23.The guest speaker will be Rev. Chris Goodman and there will be special singing nightly North Beaver Baptist Church, Hwy 163, West Jefferson, NC and pastor Rev. Rick Miller invites you to these events. Tuesday May 22 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.: Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will be offer­ ing Beginning Guitar class. Ridge District will ONLY be for infant/toddler screenings. Family Support Network of the High Country will be avail­ able to provide information or answer questions. If you have questions or want to schedule an appointment, please call Jeanette Herman or Shawn Horton at 982-4754. Summit Support Services STEP Program is planning their annual plant sale. We are seeking donations of perennials. If you have any plants to share please call 8465678 Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Ashe County Democratic Headquarters will be open each Friday at 1 p.m. They will be serving a FREE pinto bean dinner from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. They invite everyone to come by and visit. 8:30-9:30 p.m.: Mt. Jefferson State Park: Night On the Mountain (Star Watch). Meet at first Overlook Enjoy an eve­ ning of astronomy, animal sto­ ries and other fun night time activities including a short video about meteors. Bring a chair or a blanket so you can sit back and relax. Saturday May 26 Lansing Fire Department Music and Rubber Duck Race has been moved back to Sat. May 26, Memorial Day weekend. Vendors are Summit Support Services STEP Program is planning their annual plant sale. We are seeking donations of perennials. If you have any plants to share please call 8465678 Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday Mav 25 2 p.m.: Mt. Jefferson State Park: Hike Into History. Meet New River Earth Institute NREI is a nonprofit educational foundation seeking to motivate individuals to examine person­ al actions, habits and values as they relate to environmen­ tal issues. It seeks to help individuals transform their lives by accepting responsibility for the earth and acting upon a commitment to it. The insti­ tute offers seven discussion courses for the community. For information please call Vicki at 336-246-2166. Online www. NewRiverEarthlnstitute.org Wilkes Community College - Ashe Center is offering: Home Inspection Exam Review On Monday, April 2 thru June 11, from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm at the Ashe Center. Tuition is $55 Until September: Get a free Smoke Detector for your home! It involves having either our fire marshal or a participat­ ing local fire department mem­ ber go out to your home, fill out a short survey about any exist­ ing smoke alarms and provide some fire safety education while completing the installation. This is made possible through the Ashe County Emergency Management Office. Call Community Outreach with your name, address and phone number and it will be passed on to the Office of Emergency Management and you will be contacted. Call 846-0781. at the Picnic Shelter Explore Mount Jefferson with a Ranger as participants take in the view, and learn about the storied past of the surrounding area. Participants will hike to Luther Rock as they learn about his­ toric events and the natural world. This free program is weather dependent. Please dress appropriately for hiking. Ashe County Dog Park Committee needs your dona­ tions for an upcoming yardsale. All proceeds go to the IBLP Seminar (Institute in Basic Life Principles) The Ongoing Events Ashe County Dog Park Committee is seeking vol­ unteers for upcoming fund raisers! Call 336-877-2924 for more info. Dog Park Bible truly does have the solu­ tions to all the problems and situations the human race ev er had or ever will encounter. For those who are interested in searching deep enough we are offering to host a "Basic Life Seminar" in our home. This will require a commitment of one night a week for two to three hours a session for eight weeks. There will be no cost. Refreshments will be available. Work books are provided. If you are interested or would like more information, you may call: Dale or Arma at: 336-385-6129 or 336-877-7835 Ashe Central High School Class of '77 30 Year Reunion Plans are Underway!! Classmates - Please call or email with your current address, phone, e-mail, etc. If you would like to be part of the planning, let us know! We'll notify you of the next meeting. Contact: Jorena Koontz Barnes - 336667-7028 jorena.barnes® bankofamerica.com or Debbie Taylor Richardson - 336-3843605 glitch529@hotmail.com Our elementary need your help! schools Mountain View Elementary School is currently in need of monetary donations to help them buy books for children in conjunc­ tion with a visiting author pro­ gram about the county's roots. The book: Addie Clawson, Rural Mail Carrier is set in Ashe County and profiles the first female route carrier for the Postal Service in the county. Call the school at 336-9824200 for information on how you can help. The monthly meeting of the Watauga Chapter of NC Council for the Blind is held each second Friday at 10 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church on East King Street. Refreshments are served and the public and volunteers are invited! Weather cancellation: if the public schools are closed the meeting will not be held. For more information, call: 297- 5346 Your Ingles Advantage Card, Food Lion Card or Carolina West Wireless Account can help Westwood Elementary at no cost to you! Just link your account to our school today! Just visit the front office at Ingles, go to www.foodlion. com or write a brief not on your next Carolina West Wireless bill, and they do the rest. It only takes a few moments. For these or any other fundraisers that may be going on at Westood School, please call Linda Yakel at 846-1166 for more information. The Country Roads Mobile Pharmacy will no longer be running. However, the Hunger and Health Coalition Free Pharmacy will continue to serve Ashe County clients. Prescriptions can be called in or faxed in, Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The phone number is 828-262-1628, the fax number is 828-262-0154. Prescriptions may be picked up at the Boone Hunger and Health Coalition only on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 141 Health Center Drive in Boone in the old health department building off the Bamboo Road. Build it faster., and easier. Wednesday May 23.The guest speaker will be Rev. Chris Goodman and there will be special singing nightly North Beaver Baptist Church, Hwy 163, West Jefferson, NC and pastor Rev. Rick Miller invites you to these events. Thursday May 24 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Canoe Classes:This class is for peo­ ple of all ages. You will learn how to steer a canoe, the art of traveling backwards when steering doesn't work, and the skill to work with a partner no matter which way the water pushes your boat! Start at the ASU pool and travel to area lakes and rivers. Fee: $200 What is included: All paddling equipment, transportation by ASU van, lunch each day, and instruction by senior instruc­ tors from Outdoor Programs at ASU. This program is sponsored by the Office of Conferences and Institutes at ASU. Pre-registration is required. Email reddickct® appstate.edu for sign up infor­ mation, or call 828-262-2530. The registration deadline is Monday, May 7th. open to the public. Wednesday May 30 Church Revival Services will be held Sunday, May 20 thru will be held at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Call early to register. 846-0734. Sunday May 27 Needed! For more Information call Everett Adams 384-3456 or Shirley Farmer 384-2907. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Canoe Classes:This class is for peo­ ple of all ages. You will learn how to steer a canoe, the art of traveling backwards when steering doesn't work, and the skill to work with a partner no matter which way the water pushes your boat! Start at the ASU pool and travel to area 9 a.m.: Senior Health & lakes and rivers. Fee: $200 Fitness Day will be held at What is included: All paddling Ashe Services for Aging. equipment, transportation by Call 846-0781 for more infor­ ASU van, lunch each day, and mation about participating. instruction by senior instruc­ tors from Outdoor Programs at ASU. This program is sponsored by the Office of The Episcopal Parish of the Conferences and Institutes Holy Communion will hold at ASU. Pre-registration is May services at Holy Trinity required. Email reddickct@ in Glendaie Springs. Holy appstate.edu for sign up infor­ Communion is celebrated at mation, or call 828-262-2530. 10 a.m. Coffee hour immedi­ The registration deadline is ately follows the service. For Monday, May 7th. further information, call the 10 a.m.: Mt Jefferson State church office, 983-3076 Park: Nest Quest: Meet at The Board of Elections meets the Picnic Shelter. Be it a cup, the second Tuesday in each a gourd, a box, a tree, a rock month at the Court House in ledge, or just a depression In Jefferson. These meetings are Classes will be held on Tuesdays, May 22-July 31. Registration fees will be $70. For more information, please contact Wesley Poplin at 336838-6207. 7 p.m.: North Beaver Baptist 7 p.m.: Session III, 2007— Childbirth/Newborn Care Classes begins. The classes the ground, birds use a vari­ ety of means to raise a family each year. Join a ranger on the Rhododendron Trail as we search for a variety of nests and explore some amazing strategies that birds use to feed and protect their young. Be sure to wear sturdy shoes as we begin our trek from the Picnic Shelter. 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Call Robyn with any questions or to volunteer at 363-9187. To give away: Shepherd/Collie mix puppies, 3 brown. 3 black, all males. Call 336-384-2936 Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information Looking for a Career? Look No Further!! Wendy's in West Jefferson is NOW Hiring Dayshift and Nightshift Positions Come by and see Melissa or Bob to fill out an application at: 1380 Mount Jefferson Road in West Jefferson, NC Margate Health and Rehab Center has the following positions available: Full Time 1st and 2nd shift RN's and LPN's Part time weekend RN/LPN's We offer Competitive Pay Rates and Benefits Interested persons may apply in person or send resume to: Attention: Director of Nursing 540 Waugh Street, Jefferson, NC 28640 Phone: 336-246-5581 • Fax: 336-246-5997 Jefferson's Gateway to Extraordinary Living Come See the Difference! Furnished 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment tor rent, minutes from town. $525 monthly. Deposit required. 336246-7337. FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place tor rent? List it in our "for rent" sections. Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. 410-Motorcycles/ 4-Wheelers For Sale: Two 50 cc Royal Scooters $700 firm. 80 cc Yamaha 4-wheeler. Make offer. Call 846-1328 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC 'One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments 'Handicapped accessible 'Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available i m i For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. Best Deal Going: Horton Double Wide...5 Yr. Warranty. 3 bedrooms. 2 baths, appliances $39,995.00 set and de­ livered. Only one at this price. New generation homes (336)973-4462. Commercial Buildings for rent. West Jefferson, 3500 sq ft, all or 1/2. Lansing -1100 sq ft. Call for details, 561-750-7512 Little Classifieds...'' BIG RESULTSl Check Out the 460-Mobile Homes for Rent Jefferson Post for 2 bedroom, 1 bath mobile home in Town of West Jefferson. 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Call 846-9736 490-Houses/ Apts. for Sale CEDAR LOG HOMES •Canadian Northern White Cedar •Hundreds of plans •Post/Beam •Licensed Builder •You build or we build •Financing 28 years in business. Call Ron Hayes 336-984-8363 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent 14x72 Single Wide. Brand new. Choose 2 of 3 bedrooms vinyl and shingle. You choose your colors, 5 year warranty only 24,995.00 set and delivered. You will not find better product or price. New Generation Homes (336)973-4462. Stop and see us we will save you money. Let FREEDOM HOMES be your 1st choice! Shop here before you buy. Modulars, Doubiewides or Singlewides. We can do land home packages in your area. Call 336-973-2335. Ask for Big George. House For Sale By Owner. 3 bedroom, approx. 1600 sq ft, heat pump, Monitor heater, new floor coverings and new paint. Located in Jefferson, NC. $155,000. Appointment only. Call 336-977-6242, 336-977-4460, 336-877-1000 336-846-9831 LIMITED QUANTITY: 1620 sq ft double wide, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, thermopane windows, dishwasher, quality built 2x4 16 on center construction by Horton Homes... delivered and set up with 5yr. warran­ ty only $49,995.00. New Generation Homes (336)973-4462. SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. Wilkes Community College Wilkes Community College Nurse Aide Instructor For more information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu PT Evenings Wilkes Campus For more information Call (336) 838-6204 Wilkes Regional Medical Center Caring for our community 1-800-334-1203 ^www.slliancetrsctortrslltr.corn^ 500-Mobile Homes for Sale Criminal Justice Lead Instructor TRACTOR -TRAILER TRAINING CENTERS Wythevllle, Virginia We have 3 gorgeous female lab mixes look­ ing tor homes. They are around 3-4 months old and would make a great addition to any family. They love to play and run. Contact the Alleghany Wanted: Eskimo Spitz Animal Shelter in 6 weeks to 3 years. Sparta at 336Call collect, 372-8744 for more 336-765-3837 info or visit Free to good home alleghany.petfinder.com where dog can run. Blue Heeler female- 350-Wanted to under 2yrs. Leave Buy Or Swap message: 877-2780. Local: AKC English Bulldog puppies, Championship Bloodlines. $1700 Only 3 left. 336-620-2377 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent 440-Offlces, Bldgs., For Rent/Lease or Sale 310-Musical ALLIANCE FULL & PART-TIME ^ CLASSES • CDL TRAINING • • FINANCING • AVAILABLE • JOB PLACEMENT • 330-Pets fA| EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Accepting Applications for: AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, INC. RN's With Sign on Bonus Weekend Medical Technologist We are seeking a Full-time Medical Technologist for Friday/Saturday/Sundays 5:30pm to 6:30 am shift with an Associate or Baccalaureate degree from an accredited school (Medical Technology Program), Clinical Laboratory Scientist (NCA, ASMT) or Medical Technologist (ASCP) or Medical Technologist (AMT, HEW) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT, ASCP, AMT, current CPR and previous computer experience preferred. Responsible for performing independently, without direct supervision, medical laboratory tests, procedures, experiments and analysis to provide data for diagnosis and treatment. Physical Therapist or LPTA With Sign on Bonus Respiratory Therapist With Sign on Bonus Home Care Director Hospice RN IT Systems Engineer We offer an attractive salary/benefits package and opportunity of professional growth. To apply: Apply on-line at www.ashcmemorial.org or mail your resume to: Attn: Human Resources, Ashe Memorial Hospital, Inc., 200 Hospital Ave, Jefferson, NC 28640, or email to hr@ashememorial.org. For information on how to apply, please visit our website at: www.wilkesregional.org �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 13 TUESDAY, MAY 8, 2007 Classifieds 500-Mobile Homes for Sale NEW HOME WITH LAND! All improve­ ments: Landscaped Yard, Concrete Front Covered Porch, Big Back Deck. Must move Now $87,900.00 Will Finance. Call DS Prevette at 973-2335 or 981-6368. FOR HIRE Lt'l me help you to create unique logos, brochures, business cards, booklets and camera ready ads. 510-Mobile Home Lots for Sale Higli-end quality at reasonable rates. No job too big or too small. IT S TIME YOU own your own home! Credit Problems is not a problem, Let Me Help! Land Home Packages in your area. I also have lot models with large savings. Call Big George, 336-973-2335. For more information, please call Fire/ly Graphx at 336-982-5145 or email 530-Lots & Acreage Classifieds Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List It in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. make "Cents" "Cents make Dollars" Classic Weddings Candelabra Rentals "Lar«j< Selection" Silk Itower# and Greenery Delivery, Set-up aiul Pick-up Call for Appointment 336-982-9725 Darlene Little dandglittle@skybest.com 1195-Legals Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards. Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Calne at 336-977-2113 1195-Legals Notice to Creditors Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Eula G. Laurance, late of Ashe County. North Carolina, the undersigned does hereby notify all persons, firms and corporations having claims against the estate of said decedent to exhibit them to my attorney at 110 Oakwood Dr., Suite 300, Winston-Salem, 27103-1958, on or before the 24th day of July, 2007, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make immedi­ ate payment to the undersigned. tfive tde Cfi^t t/uzt yivitujf <zCC y a . . e r. TOE1° This is the 24th day of April, 2007. A Perfect Birthday, Wedding or College Gift! Stay informed with news from Ashe County! Fill out the form below and mail with payment to: Jefferson Post Craige Brawley Liipfert & Walker. LLP Circulation Department • PO Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Published: April 24, May 1. 8 and 15, 2007. Gifl <Sub«cription for... 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ELECTRICAL wKly • mm _ —— • Logos • Business Cards esr REMODELING/CARPENTRY Industrial •^Commercial • Residential (o pd • Brochures • Camera Ready Ads Contracting Co. 336-877-5010 Deb Holder ('nine Where Quality is a Tradition All Work Guaranteed / Licensed, Bonded & Insured 336.977 2113 OOLS ON - i a SUebdeat^^ v WHEELS BJ CAIM; 336-977-2112 Repairs Ac Maintenance 336-384-4352 • Itemodel Jobs •Decks •Additions �PAGE 14 TUESDAY, MAY 8, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS High Country Woodland Owner Short Course offered BOONE—Landowners interested in learning more about managing their land in Western North Carolina are invited to participate in a unique educational event scheduled for this summer. A team of land management ex­ perts from federal and state agencies, universities, and the private sector are coordi­ nating efforts to offer the an­ nual High Country Woodland Owner Short Course through the Biltmore Forest School. Forty-eight hours over 6 sessions will be provided with opportunities to engage with natural resource and land management specialists. Sessions include both handson opportunities in the field and instruction in the class­ room. Introductory informa­ tion on a wide variety of land management topics will be discussed. Workshop Schedule: Discover Your Land (June 1)- How to set property man­ agement goals and objectives while considering the role of your land in the big picture of Southern Appalachian cul­ ture and ecosystems. Learn to use basic tools such as plant ID, soil sampling, and using maps and compasses to man­ age your land. Wildlife and Wildfire in Your Backyard (June 15)- A basic introduction to Appa­ lachian natural history and how to manage your land with wildlife in mind. Reduc­ ing the risk of wildfire loss by becoming "Firewise" in your backyard. Woodscaping (June 29)- A general overview of manag­ ing your forest land and the use of basic forestry tools to measure tree height and vol­ ume. Visit a working tree farm. Plus, basic information on nontraditional forest crops such as mushrooms and medicinals. Introduction to Native Landscaping and Homes in the Forest (July 20)- A gener­ al overview of designing with native plants and creating a home rainwater garden. Care of urban trees and basic in­ formation on invasive plants and insects. Managing Access & Water on Your Land (August 3)- An introduction to improving the recreational value and use of your land, including general information on planning and locating trails and ponds, and streambank management. Liability issues regarding land ownership will also be discussed. Stewardship of Your Land (August 17)- For those who have attended three or more workshops in the series. Ex­ plore management practices in the field and apply your new knowledge and skills. Finalize your goals and ob­ jectives. A special graduation ceremony and dinner will fol­ low. Registration The cost is $25.00 per per­ son per session, with spouse or other family member at $15.00. Registration includes lunch, snacks and workshoprelated equipment or other materials at each session. Reserve your spot for the whole course by registering early. Registration deadline is one week prior to the ses­ sion desired. Credit toward NC Environmental Educa­ tion Certification is available, as well as CEU credits. For more information and regis­ tration materials, visit http:// watauga.ces.ncsu.edu or call Amy Garascia at the Pisgah Ranger Station at 828-8773350. The course is sponsored by: Carolina Mountain Land Conservancy, North Carolina Division of Forest Resources, NCSU Cooperative Extension Service, USDA Forest Service Cradle of Forestry in America, Avery County Soil & Water Conservation District; Casey & Company Forestry, PLLC, Episcopal Diocese of Western North Carolina, High Coun­ try Conservancy, Lees-McRae College, USDA Natural Re­ sources Conservation Service, and Watauga County Soil & Water Conservation District. Sustainable farm guide available for consumers The 2007 Local Food Guide is now available throughout the region. In its fifth year of publication, the Local Food Guide is the leading resource for people interested in buy­ ing food grown here in the mountains. It is researched and designed by Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Proj­ ect (ASAP). The 80-page guide in­ cludes sections listing fam­ ily farms, u-pick farms, farm stores, farms to visit, and farm lodging. Businesses that buy locally-grown food such as restaurants, grocers, B&Bs, bakers, and caterers are listed as well. The focus is on western North Carolina, but the guide includes some farms and markets in the neighboring mountain coun­ ties of Georgia, Tennessee, South Carolina, and Virginia. Information is re-gathered for accuracy each year, and extensive outreach ensures that farms and businesses newly focusing on local food come into the publication with each new edition. The 2007 Local Food Guide includes more than forty new farms, five new farmers markets, and several new restaurants and grocers. Farm products featured include vegetables, tree fruits, berries, beef, pork, lamb, chicken, rabbit, milk, cheese, eggs, cornmeal, sor­ ghum molasses, honey, trout, shrimp, and much more. "Whether you are an avid cook who likes to visit farm­ ers' markets and buy direct from the grower, a busy per­ son seeking the freshness of locally-grown food at the gro­ cery store, or a visitor to the region seeking great regional and seasonal restaurant cui­ sine, the Local Food Guide GOP senators oppose 'special rights' for illegal immigrants (Editor's note: This release was provided by the Repub­ lican leadership in the N.C. Senate.) Headlines proclaimed im­ migration rallies across the country this week. Several hundred immigration and open border proponents pro­ tested and chanted in down­ town Raleigh Tuesday. They demanded drivers' licenses for all immigrants regardless of legal status, no state or lo­ cal enforcement of federal immigration laws, and estab­ lishment of a North Carolina Agency for Civil Rights. "This is, and always has been, the land of opportu­ nity; I can understand why so many people want to come here to live," said Sen­ ate Republican Leader Phil Berger (R-District 26). "We welcome to North Carolina all who obey the law and en­ ter the United States by fol­ lowing established protocols. Sadly, many immigrants are in North Carolina illegally. Outcries from Democrats and special interest groups to pro­ vide illegal aliens the same, and often better, access to government services as those here legally are unreason­ able and ill-advised. Citizens and legal residents should be the primary beneficiaries of government services. Those breaking the laws of our Na­ tion and State should be held accountable, not rewarded. We need laws that discourage illegal immigrants from locat­ ing in North Carolina." Republican Senators advo­ cate the following: •The English language is a common bond that makes North Carolina and America strong and encourages as­ similation and adoption of our common culture. English should be required as the of­ ficial language of government business in North Carolina (no more voter registration forms in Spanish). •No in-state tuition for illegal immigrants at UNC schools and North Carolina Community Colleges. •Prohibit welfare and en­ titlement benefits for illegal immigrants. •Measures to prevent il­ legal immigrants from receiv­ ing or renewing North Caro­ lina Driver's licenses should be enhanced and strictly en­ forced. •A valid photo ID should be required when voting; the security and validity of elec­ tions is paramount in a rep­ resentative democracy. "Republicans have intro­ duced and support bills that do all of the above," continued Berger. "One such bill, intro­ duced by Republicans, is Sen­ ate Bill 1189, Security and Immigration Compliance; this proposal would do much to address the problem with illegal immigration in North Carolina. Democrats have re­ fused to allow even debate on the bill in the General Assem­ bly. There is much that North Carolina legislators could be doing to address the adverse consequences illegal immi­ gration has on our citizens. Unfortunately, all effective measures are being blocked by legislative Democrats." is your resource," said Peter the Local Food Guide is also Marks, Local Food Campaign available online, at AppalaCoordinator for ASAP. chianGrown.org. Online list­ "Farms here are lucky that ings are searchable by prod­ we have ASAP creating a link uct, town, and county. between growers and the Production of the 2007 public," says farmer Glenda Local Food Guide is sup­ Ploeger of Cane Creek As­ ported by the Golden LEAF paragus & Co. "It's a national Foundation, the USDA Risk model. I talk with farmers Management Agency, and the in other parts of the country, Blue Ridge National Heritage and they are not able to be Area. Greenlife Grocery and as successful without such Earth Fare are key business strong communication tools. sponsors. In other places, customers in­ About ASAP terested in buying local don't The Appalachian Sus­ know where to turn." tainable Agriculture Project When fully distributed (by mid-May), the guide is avail­ able at more than 250 west­ ern North Carolina locations including all visitor centers and highway welcome cen­ ters, the Asheville Regional Airport, bookstores and cafes, and some health providers' of­ fices. The guide is also avail­ able at listed grocers such as Earth Fare, Greenlife Grocery, and four of the region's com­ munity food co-ops. About 100 Ingles Grocery stores will make the guide available dur­ ing the month of June. The complete content of is a nonprofit organization that supports farmers and rural communities in the mountains of Western North Carolina and the Southern Appalachians by providing education, mentoring, pro­ motion, web resources, and community and policy devel­ opment. ASAP's mission is to create and expand regional community-based and inte­ grated food systems that are locally owned and controlled, environmentally sound, eco­ nomically viable and healthpromoting. WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND ^ Subscribe and savel Call the Jefferson Post 423-727-5113 at S46-7164 * MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY Jg Tribute to Mother Sunday, May 13th is Mothers' Day. Let's all pay tribute to our mothers. The Jefferson Post Witt be publishing a special page for Mothers on Friday, May 11th. ]/ou may place an ad for your mother on this page. The cost is only $15 to place a photo and a Write up of 30 Words or less. All ads must be pre-paid. WE ARE BACK TO SERVE YOU Deadline to place ad is 36 Years In The Insurance Business Tuesday, May 8 by 5pm you may bring your information to our office at 203 S. Second AOe in West Jefferson Dennis Houck, CIC, AAI (next to Hart Power Equipment) Mail to: Jefferson Post BIGGER IS NOT ALWAYS BETTER P0 Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 2869b We accept Visa and Master Cards For more information, call Geratdine at 336-866-7166 If you are looking for an agent that will properly protect your assets and give you personalized service that you are paying for but not getting, GIVE ME A CALL! I invite all my friends and former clients to call for a free quote. Dennis Houck, LLC • 336-877-7218 Mother's Name Your Name Phone Number Message af >5 �! JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, MAY 8, 2007 COMMUNITY NEWS Mother's Highland Camerata concerts coming Day Memorial Are you a parent, grandparent or other relative who grieves for a child? On Sunday, May 13 at 4 p.m.. community members will dedicate a memorial stone where individuals retreat to and grieve for a miscarriage, abortion, death or other loss of a child. The griev­ ing spot is located at the northwest corner of the Bald Mountain Cemetery, which is between Moun­ tain Aire Golf Course and Bald Mountain Baptist Church. The memorial spot is made possible by the Ashe Pregnancy Care Center. Bald Mountain Baptist Church, and High Country Memorials. There is no cost for this service, but the event, will conclude a major spring fund drive by Ashe Pregnancy Care Center. For more information please call APCC at (3361 846-4100 or make con­ tributions to APCC, P.O. Box 1572. Jefferson, N.C. 28640. WASHINGTON, D.C. — New postage rates go into effect on Monday, May 14, in­ cluding a two-cent increase in the price of a First-Class Mail stamp to 41 cents. Post Offic­ es nationwide are now selling the new 41-cent stamps and also one and two-cent stamps for customers who still have a supply of 39-cent stamps. Customers can also order stamps online at www.usps. com or by telephone at 1-800STAMP-24. The new stamps are also available at Auto­ mated Postal Centers and ATM's nationwide (beginning May 14). Also on May 14 the Breast Cancer Research semipostal stamp goes on sale at the new 55-cent price. Since 1998, the Postal Service has raised more than $53 million for breast cancer research through the sale of this semipostal stamp. In addition to the new do­ mestic rates, changes will take effect May 14 for cus­ tomers sending international mail. USPS has simplified its eight main international products into four: Global Ex­ press Guaranteed, Express Mail International, Priority Mail International and FirstCla8S Mail International. New packaging will allow mailers to use the same Priority Mail and Express Mail packaging for shipping both within the United States and to other countries. For details of the International Mail changes, go to: http://www.usps.com/ ratecase and select "New In­ ternational Rates, Fees and Country Listing." Grills from Big Lots can overheat Char-Broil LLC is recall­ ing Two-Burner Gas Grills Model 463720407 soldat Big Lot Stores from January 2007 to March 2007. The recalled grillscould have an incorrect heat shield that does not fit the grills. Without the cor­ rect heat shield, the propane tank, hose, and regulator could overheat and damage these components, presenting a risk of fire and burn. Only Char-Broil gas grills with model number 463720407 are included in the recall. Char-Broil's logo is on the top of the lid of the grill. The serial number is located on the white rating label on the back of the up­ per front panel of the grill. The serial numbers range from G305040611002821 to G305040611003420. Consumers should contact Char-Broil at (866) 671-7988 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday for a correct heat shield or visit http://www.charbroil. com/CharBroilWarranty/ConsumerWebsite/SafetyandRecall.aspx More info at www. recall8.org. The Highland Camerata will present its annual set of spring concerts on May 18, 20, 22, and June 15. On Friday, May 18th at 7:30 pm, the concert will be held at the Brush Creek Hall located two miles south of Independence on US. Highway 21. On Sun­ day, May 20 the concert will be at the Galax Presbyterian Church in Galax at 3:00 in the afternoon. Then, in a de- parture from recent years, on May 22rd at 7:30 pm, the concert will be at the Sparta Presbyterian Church. The fi­ nal concert will be at the High Meadows Golf and Country Club in Roaring Gap on June 15th at 6:00 pm. The Highland Camerata is a non-profit regional chorus. Its purpose is to provide a musical outlet for the mem­ bers as well as to provide the community with musical education and entertainment through the medium of live music. This season, Director, Mary Elizabeth Whartenby, has chosen a varied program of sacred and secular pieces. The selections for the first half of this season's concert will be "Hallelujah" by G.F. Handel, "He, Watching Over Israel" from "Elijah" by Men- delssohn, "Glory to the Father" by Pergolesi, The Eyes of All Wait Upon Thee" by Berger, and "Alleluia" by Thompson. The second half will feature "The Music's Always There with You" by Rutter, "Danny Boy" arranged by Flummerfelt, a Cole Porter medley, and"Farewell My Friend" by Berta and Soi\ja Poorman. Lynn Roberts of Indepen­ dence will accompany the Camerata on the piano. So­ loists for this series of con­ certs will be Lorraine Clark of Hillsville, VA, Mary Digel and Henry Hobson of Sparta. NC, Becky Helton of Galax, VA, and Laura Osborne of In­ dependence, VA. The concerts are open to the public. There is no admis­ sion charge, but donations are appreciated and will allow the organization to continue. For additional information, in North Carolina contact Deb­ bie Brady at 336-372-4402, in Virginia contact Jerry Ann Hall at 276-728-2158. For further information check the organization's website at www.highlandcamerata.com. 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Call dealer for SALES HOURS: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-7:00 p.m. • Saturday 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. SERVICE & PARTS HOURS: Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. • Saturday 8:00 •.ro.-Noon ASK FOR Tim Harrold-General Manager • Michael Wyatt-F&l Manager Sales -Scott Watts and Josh Harrold Jeft "JJ." Jolnes—Used Car Manager Sales Manager—Chrts Sheets Sales and Leasing Representatives - Jamie Marlon. Randy Snyder, Frank Garcia. Roger Eich www.empiredodge.com �PAGE 16 TUESDAY, MAY 8, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Photo courtesy of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association The Billy Graham Library includes a library telling the story of the evangelist s career (right) and the home where he lived as a teenager. Two presidents to dedicate Billy Graham Library CHARLOTTE. N.C., April 27, 2007—Family, friends, and former presidents will be among the guests joining Bil­ ly Graham May 31 in Char­ lotte to help dedicate the new Billy Graham Library. The 40,000-square-foot Library honors and depicts the life of evangelist Billy Graham and is part of the ongoing outreach of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Associ­ ation (BGEA). Located on the grounds of the organization's international headquarters, the Library is designed to resemble a barn, recalling Graham's childhood on the family dairy farm in Char­ lotte. It will house six exhib­ its, four galleries, and two theaters, covering the span of Graham's lifetime work on six continents reaching more than 210 million people. The Library will also be the re­ pository for Graham's per­ sonal papers, including his correspondence and sermon manuscripts. Some 1,500 invited guests, including family, friends, Photo courtesy of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association This 40-foot-tall glass cross is the entrance to the library. longtime supporters, and dig­ nitaries, will attend a dedica­ tion ceremony of the Library May 31 at 2 p.m. President George H.W. Bush will de­ liver the keynote address and President Bill Clinton will also take part in the cer­ emony. Entering through a 40foot glass cross built into the front of the building, visitors to the Billy Graham Library can take a self-guided 90minute tour that includes multimedia displays, rare film footage, and more than 350 photographs. The Li­ brary tour offers a look at Graham's historic evange­ listic events, his use of radio, television, and films to reach out to millions of people around the world, meetings with presidents and other world leaders, and a fasci­ nating glimpse into his per­ sonal life. Visitors can also see an exhibit on the Billy Graham Evangelistic Asso­ ciation today—reflecting the global ongoing work and ex­ pansion of the ministry. The innovative, family-friendly Billy Graham Library also includes a restaurant and a tour of the original Graham Family Homeplace where Billy Graham lived when he was a teenager. The purpose of the Library is to serve as an extension of the evangelistic ministry of the BGEA and continue the legacy it has had for 60 years of delivering the simple mes­ sage of God's love and for­ giveness to people around the world. The Billy Graham Library is expected to open to open to the public June 5. Admis­ sion will be free. It is located Photo courtesy of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Assc Charlotte N*C 2820^ Graham speaking at the library groundbreaking. T» • •( •• We currently have 3 horses lor sale that were seized in a cruelty case. We are accepting sealed bids (until 5-15-2007) per horse by mail or the bidder can bring their bid to the Ashe County Animal Shelter or call us at 336-982-4060. We have a Paint Walking horse gelding, a Sorrell Arabian gelding, and a Black (Quarter Horse mare. Photo courtesy of the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association os Angeles 1949: The revival that made Billy Graham a household name in the U.S. HUMAN FEMALE PIT BULL 1 vear old These animals are available for adoption. Nicki Is an adult female husky mix of med size. She Is veiy sweet and has been rescued by a good samarltan who wants to find her a kood home. Chelsea Is a very sweet one year-old spayed female calico/ manx cat w/. special needs. Her handicapped owner can no longer keep her. Chelsea Is also handicapped because she was born w/no feet. She must be a inside cat. Can you help her? Spot Is an 8 mo. old male cat who is very handsome Butterfly Is a delightfully laid back and great with kids. His brother |ust got adopted and he wants a good home too. He Is litter trained and used to being an Inside cat. old. She Is ver gentle, good with llttl kids and loves the couchl Please give her a loving home. Saturday Is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located directly in front of the Armoiy on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box I776 • West Jefferson. NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@sl9fbest.c0m MALE MALAMUTE MIX - 2 years old FEMALE GOLDEN RETREIVER • 1 year old FEMALE BORDER COLLIE • I year old � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 46 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JP_2007_0508 Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C., May 8, 2007] Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a title="Jefferson Post" href="http://www.jeffersonpost.com" target="_blank">Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C.]</a> Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Newspapers Is Part Of A related resource in which the described resource is physically or logically included. <a title="Jefferson Post" href=" https://omeka.library.appstate.edu/collections/show/47" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Jefferson Post</a> Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant West Jefferson (N.C.) Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 22 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-05-08 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/9c3d1ae05e18aa1f3448cbf12a3a19ef.pdf 65f16f41865a23a39f049d8d96459ef5 PDF Text Text Pos i Jefferson • Tennis team takes 1st playoff win Friday page 1B May 11,2007 • Husky runner and coach honored 50(2 page 1B • ACHS golfer sets several records page 1B SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com Ij{if < ufar-'iiiuUhtliFhiillfiJ Volume 82, Issue 38 Boy hero-sives toddler by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Heroes come in all sizes. From the brave soldiers fight­ ing to bring freedom to Iraq to the police officer who captures a criminal to the preteen next door who jumps in the path of danger to save a friend. Yes, you can find heroes right in your own community. Twelve-year-old Evan Combs of Jefferson certainly meets the definition of a hero. This courageous young man recently risked his own life to save a toddler from being hit by a truck. "I remember the exact time and date." Evan said. "It was the last day of March at 10 af­ ter 4. It stays in my mind, like the scar on my knee where I fell* Evan, who lives on Luther Road, said he had gone to his friend Laura's house to play after school. "Everybody was outside partying and every­ thing, playing football," he said. "I saw her little nephew out there right in the middle of the road. I said, 'It's Daniel! It's Daniel!' and ran down the hill as fast as I could. I picked him up and he had hold of this car, one you can ride in or push, and he had it in his hand and it hit my leg and I fell when I hit the gravel. It scared him really, really, re­ ally bad. He didn't like me much for awhile, but now he does." The 2-year-old toddler was Photo courtesy of Ann Combs playing with his little car and had pushed it down an Twelve-year-old hero Evan Combs, at right, recently risked embankment into the road his life to save his neighbor, 2-year-old Daniel Rodriguez. and gone after it, Evan said. Also pictured is Evan's friend and Daniel's aunt, Laura It was right at a curve on a Rodriguez. No county tax hike by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Property tax rates will remain the same next year if the county commission­ ers adopt the proposed $26.5 million budget for 2007-08. County Manager Dan McMillan presented his pro­ posed budget Monday at the commission mqeting noting that needs are great for next year, with huge increases in Social Services and schools, but he has worked with the various county departments to maintain rather than ex­ pand. The current fiscal year, 2006-07, saw a 1.5 cent in­ crease as the property tax dropped from 61 cents to 39.5 cents (per $100 of assessed value) to accommodate the increase in revaluation. The increase was on the revenue neutral rate. The budget for 2007-08 maintains the 39.5 cent tax rate. McMillan said there is a $250,000 increase in Social Services and a $160,000 in­ crease in schools plus a great­ er debt service, but the coun­ ty will only see an estimated $320,000 increase in revenue based on the $100 million ad­ dition to the approximately $3.6 billion tax base. S c h o o l Superinten­ dent Donnie Johnson has asked for $1,032,373, including $411,000 tech­ for nology and' $628,000 in additional needs, but McMillan has proposed a budget of $265,000 plus $150,000 the commissioners have prom­ ised toward technology. That figure of $415,000 is above the current fiscal year's bud­ get of $404,000. McMillan said he and Johnson will be meeting to discuss the school budget. McMillan proposed a 5 percent increase for some departments while others maintained their current level. Those receiving more than 5 percent include finance for permanent part-time help, tax ad­ ministration \ to cover ad­ ditional em­ ployee and department V needs for • the new tag r office and inhouse prop­ erty reassess­ ment services, legal for the county attor­ ney, elections formaintenance of new equipment and costs for the 2008 elections, data processing for a staff mem­ ber to maintain the county's approximately 200 comput­ ers, public buildings for con­ struction of a new storage facility to replace one that Jefferson Planning Board members on Wednesday once again denied recommending rezoning the Eller property next to the county courthouse from residential to highway commercial, but even if the town aldermen accept the recommendation, the county may still be able to construct a parking lot behind the planned law enforcement cen­ ter. The county has twice re­ quested the town rezone sev­ eral lots behind the planned 158-bed jail in order to cre­ ate more room for the facility and parking, but the planning board and aldermen defer to nearby residents who demand the zoning remain residential in order to protect their prop­ erty values. Commission Chairman Richard Blackburn, along with Commissioner Judy Poe and Sheriff James Williams attended the planning board meeting to make the request and explain the reasoning behind it. Blackburn said the county chose the location and design it did for the law en­ forcement center and jail for space and efficiency. The side of the courthouse next to the agricultural services center offered space for current and future needs, and the pod de­ sign rather than dormitory is safer and more efficient for the staff. "The last three boards have visited jails across North Car­ olina and talked with at least five architects who build jails, and learned about styles and designs such as the pod which is a superior and efficient de­ sign," Blackburn said. The commission wants only part of the two lots be­ hind the planned jail to be used for parking. The foot­ print of the jail, he said, is set. There would be at least 60 feet between the parking and the nearest property line plus trees and greenery and an em­ bankment. Neighbors would see very little of the roofline of the law enforcement center and none of the parking lot. Poe said the pod design SeeJ ail, page 5A Graphic courtesy of Ashe County government Contact Us Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,372 U.S. service people killed (as of 5/9) 25,245 U.S. service people wounded (as of 5/9) See Hero, page 5A ^ f Chancellor visits county An architectural rendition of the county's new Law Enforcement Center. By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@ljeffer8onpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeflersonpo8t.com editorial@jeffersonpo8t.com of the road. He'd never had to do anything like that before and he's just glad he was able to save him. As he ran off the road onto the graveled edge, he fell and the gravel tore through his pants leg cutting his knee, leaving a scar that he may carry the rest of his life as a reminder of his 'bravery that day. Evan's mother, Ann Combs, said she didn't know what was happening; she was on the porch and heard scream­ ing. "They were yelling 'Dan­ iel!' and it was just horrible," she said. "Mom said all she heard was screaming and it sounded like a horror movie," Evan said. "Everybody was scream­ ing and came running." will be lost to the jail site, law enforcement for addi­ tional personnel and vehicle replacement, animal control for an additional employee and vehicle replacement, the medical examiner for autop­ sies, and Social Services to meet the demands of Medic­ aid and human services. "Every effort has been made to provide adequate funds to 'maintain' the cur­ * rent services that are ex­ pected by the citizens of Ashe County without the need for a property tax increase," Mc­ Millan said. "There were sev­ eral areas where additional funds could have been uti­ lized in expanding services, but were not recommended." The county's savings plan is in good shape, McMillan said, at around 20 percent. A small county like Ashe needs a savings of 18 to 20 percent, and the state wants such a county to have a savings of 12 to 15 percent, so Ashe, he said, is in good financial shape and able to earn rev­ enue off investments. Jail project moving ahead by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor road where he said vehicles travel very fast. Evan heard the truck coming and raced to save the boy. "He didn't even see the truck," Evan said. "I remem­ ber it was a white dump truck, really big. I was scared, really bad. I was crying after­ wards. I thought I was going to get hit myself The truck came around a blind curve and probably didn't see him. He was right in the curve. The truck was about half­ way around the curve when I heard it. I was about 20 or 25 feet away from the road when I heard it. I just ran down the embankment and picked him up like this (hugging his arms to himself) and ran." Evan said he didn't even take time to think, he just knew he had to get Daniel out Post photo by Jim Thompson Commission Chairman Richard Blackburn (left) listens as Chancellor Dr. Ken Peacock shares the latest news about Appalachian State University with county leaders. Peacock met with about 60 political, educational and business lead­ ers Tuesday morning at Jefferson Landing during his sec­ ond annual Listening Tour of Ashe County. Hit-A-Thon set for Saturday Submitted by Ashe County Parks and Recreation The Ashe County Little League is off and running into its third week of the game season. So — far, the weather has favored the League's season, with only a cou- 1 pie of wet games and one or two blow outs from high winds, The fields have nev! L-_, er looked better, as the Ashe County Parks and Recreation Staff have worked feverishly to make sure the fields in this county are something to be proud of. The Board of Directors is something else that Ashe County can be proud of, ^ as the volunteers frfc. that run the little League Board have given up hours of their family time, their profes­ sional time, and their free time. The sacrifices the Board members make were • ju to make sure the season runs smoothly, the kids look great in their new uniforms, and communiSee Baseball, page 5A Postal employees collecting food River House hosts Mother's Day party Letter carriers across the United States will be collecting food this Saturday to help the hungry. An estimated 35 million people are at risk of hunger in America, including 12 million children. The drive provides much-needed food for those in need. Since 1993, the Postal Service and the NALC have partnered on this campaign to stamp out hunger. It has grown to become the world's larg­ est, single-day food drive, collecting more than three-quarters of a billion pounds of food since its inception. The River House in Grassy Creek will be host­ ing a special Mother's Day event this Sunday. They will be serving lunch from 1 to 4 p.m., featuring an a la carte menu of slow roasted prime rib, salmon, Chefs Special Chicken, and vegetarian pasta, and of course, first courses and desserts. Entertainment will be provided by jazz pianist Reggie Buie. Buie is well known across the state for his mastery of the keyboard, and has won many positive reviews. Call the River House at 982-2109 for more information and reservations. �I PAGE 2A FRIDAY, MAY 11, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Riverview establishes endowment fund Riverview Community Center, located in Creston in the western area of the coun­ ty, has begun its endowment program. The endowment fund was created to further the growth and enlargement of the Community Center. Its mission is to imagine ways to nurture our heritage and tra­ ditions to its citizens, young and old, throughout Ashe County, by making sure its preservation for future gen­ erations. The Riverview En­ dowment program is a group of dedicated citizens, known as trustees, working under the existing charter of the Riverview Community Cen­ ter (a501-3c) tax exempt Inc. Sidney Allen, chairman of the Riverview Board of Directors has tapped Greg Carroll to head up the En­ dowment program. Carroll has formed a board (com­ mittee) including Jennie Copensky as secretary, Teddy Eller, treasurer, with mem­ bers Nell Sutherland, Davia Cook, Lois Carroll and Dianne Gollott. Jennie Copensky is a na­ tive of New Jersey, retired from a career in journalism there, and relocated to the Triangle area in 1978. After her move to North Carolina, she was employed at the Uni­ versity of North Carolina, Chapel Hill as a graphic art­ ist. She retired from U.N.C. and settled in Ashe County along with her husband Ed. She was a member of the Ashe County Garden Club before becoming very active in the affairs of the River­ view Community Center. Lois Carroll, wife of Greg, is a retired businesswoman and cosmetologist with a low profile but very active in several committees in and around the county. Teddy Eller grew up in Ashe County, graduated from Riverview High School in 1955. He then went to Mary­ land and lived there with his wife (Mary Ellen) for 49 years in Hyattsville, Md. He had a cabinet making busi­ ness for 30 years before re­ tiring and returning home to Ashe County. He is an active member of Fletcher Memori­ al Church in Jefferson, N.C. where he resides. Davia S. Cook is a native of Ashe County who graduated from Riverview High School in 1956, attended East Ten­ nessee State University in Johnson City, Tenn., earned her BS degree in education with a minor in psychology, then went on to Appalachian State University specializ­ ing in six areas of education. She retired from Blue Ridge Elementary School after 32 years. She is now very active in the affairs of the commu­ nity and the County. Diane Gollott, who now resides in Ashe County, was born in San Luis Obispo, Calif. A graduate of Louisi­ ana State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Occupational Therapy, she attended William Mary Col­ lege on the coast of Missis­ sippi on an art scholarship. She is a member of the Phi Theta National Society, the National Board of Occupa­ tional Therapy, North Caro­ lina Board of Occupational Therapy and the Blue Ridge Art Clan. She co-owned and operated a family seafood processing and distribution company in Biloxi Mississip­ pi. She is currently employed at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Her mother, Marilyn Bailey, founder of the Riverview Community Center, resides in Warrensville, N.C. Nell Sutherland, mother of Davia S. Cook is the Grand Matriarch and Warden of Riverview Community Cen­ ter. She is the glue that keeps Riverview together. She still works tirelessly and relent­ lessly for the Center. She is so involved in all the activi­ ties; her words are listened to and given the highest con­ sideration. She is a member or associate member of all committees at the Center. A true and loyal member of Riverview's Red Hatters and Lions Club, she makes sure that everyone keeps high standards to benefit the Cen­ ter. She is so well respected. Greg Carroll, everyone knows Greg, a retired song­ writer, producer and singer who is a county activist and senior representative at Riverview Community Cen­ ter. Clara Gray, an honorary member who moved to Geor­ gia, is responsible for the idea and concept of the En­ dowment Fund Program. We will always salute you for your generous contributions to this worthy cause. To launch this very im­ portant endowment, we are asking you for your gener­ ous support, for it is only through dedicated people like you that this program can be realized and allowed to flourish for years to come. Contributions may be made as a one-tiihe gift/ or payable each month. Please send your contributions to Riverview Endowment Fund, P.O. Box 824, Jefferson, N.C. 28640. Free clinic volunteer training You're working hard at your job. You are managing to feed your family and pay your bills, but you are not able to afford health insurance, or it is not offered at your job. Sud­ denly you develop symptoms of diabetes, you get hurt, or you experience chest pains. Ybu dp th§ best you can but do not seek mecfickl care because you can't afford it. Did you know an estimated 4000 neighbors right here in Ashe County are at risk for this very situation? About a year ago a group of concerned citizens opened a free medical clinic to assist in circumstanc­ es like this. The Ashe County Free Med­ ical Clinic operates through volunteers. Doctors and nurs­ es give their time as well as clerical people and folks who help clean up. The clinic has a refreshment team to help pro­ vide supper for the volunteers, many of whom come directly from work to the clinic. The clinic is planning a training session for new vol­ unteers on May 21 from 6 - 8:30 p.m. at Jefferson Unit­ ed Methodist Church. Most volunteers work 4 hours a month, although people can volunteer for as much time as they would like to give. You can find more informa­ tion about the clinic by going to www.acfmc.org (please call the clinic at 846-4649 and leave a message if you plan to attend the training.) 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Staying cool when your teen starts asking to drive Emily and Michael Roten of Fleetwood are proud to an­ nounce the birth of their son. He was born on April 19, 2007 at Watauga Medical Center. He weighed six pounds and nine ounces. Jenny and Bert Stirton of Todd are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Jayden Makayla Stirton. She was born at Watauga Medi­ cal Center on April 21, 2007 and weighed five pounds and eleven ounces. Angela and Christopher Reed of Jefferson are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Chloe Elaine Reed. She was born on April 24, 2007 at Watauga Medical cen­ ter and weighed seven pounds and five ounces. Carrie and Chris Blevins of Lansing are proud to an­ nounce the birth of their daughter, Maylee Max Blevins. She was born at Ashe Memorial Hospital on April 24, 2007. She was 20.25 inches long and weighed eight pounds and four ounces. Her grandparents, Tommy and Di­ ana McClure adore her. She was welcomed home by her sister, Rayna. Maria "Alicia" Sanchez and Alvaro Barcenas-Corona of Jefferson are proud to an­ nounce the birth of their daughter, Lila Yoselyn Barcenas Sanchez. She was born at Ashe Memorial Hospital on April 26, 2007. She weighed seven pounds and seven ounces, and was 19.5 inches long. Her grandparents, Mar­ tin Sanchez, Flora Arellano, Woncestao Barcenas Garcia and Ma. Tracito Corona Quin- tero all adore her. Rachel and Aaron Grif­ fin of Jefferson are proud to announce the birth of their son, Jacob Daniel Griffin. He was born at Ashe Memorial Hospital on April 27, 2007. He weighed eight pounds and seven ounces and was 20.5 inches long. His siblings, Hunter and Avery, welcomed him home. Amy and Brandon Miller of Creston are proud to an­ nounce the birth of their daughter, Kaitlyn Renee Mill­ er. She was born at Watauga Medical Center on April 30, 2007, and weighed seven pounds and two ounces. Carissa Houck and Trey Sheets of Jefferson are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Abby Victo­ ria Sheets. She was born at Watauga Medical Center on May 1, 2007. She weighed eight pounds and eleven ounces. Her grandparents, Kevin and Sara Houck, and Perry and Teresa Greene all adore her. Kimberly and Christopher Gilley of West Jefferson are proud to announce the birth of their son, Elijah Mack Gilley. He was born at Watau­ ga Medical Center on May 1, 2007. He weighed seven pounds and one ounce. Sheila and Shawn Gentry of Todd are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Sonora Sage Gentry. She was born on May 1, 2007 at Watauga Medical Center. She weighed seven pounds and thirteen ounces. Lynette and Jeremy Eller of Lansing are proud to an­ nounce the birth of their son, Daniel Tate Eller. He was born on May 3, 2007 at Ashe Me­ morial Hospital. He was 20.5 inches long and weighed eight pounds and six ounces. His grandparents, Pam Hartsog, James and Margaret Spen­ cer all adore him. His brother, Dalton, welcomed him home. Rebecca and Jeff Cox of Creston are proud to an­ nounce the birth of their son, Jacob Dean Cox. Jacob was born on May 2, 2007 at 6:59 p.m. He weighed seven pounds and ten ounces. Jacob was welcomed home by his six year old brother. Hunter Lee Cox. Dining out with kids (MS) - Many parents avoid dining out with children like the plague. Even the jnost well-behaved children can get antsy when faced with the new environment of a restaurant. Who could blame them; with so much to see and explore you wouldn't want to sit still either, you can make it fun to dine out as a family. Here are some suggestions to help. •Bring a goodie bag: Pack games, toys (quiet ones) and other little amusements that can keep your child occupied for the duration of the meal. Overestimate the amount of time you'll be in the restau­ rant and pack accordingly. Bring items that he or she has never seen before to hold in­ terest. •Choose the right place: Pick a restaurant that will camouflage noise well. Casual restaurants will be able to ab­ sorb any noise your child will make and not disturb other patrons - they'll probably be families just like yours, any­ way. Buffet-style restaurants are also good ideas because someone is always on the go, visiting the buffet selections. This means it won't be a nui­ sance if you have to take your child for a walk to occupy him or her. •Use time wisely: Visit the restaurant early so it's not packed with customers or overwhelming. Plus, you won't have to wait long for a seat - something that can prove quite a hassle with a rest­ less toddler in tow. You may also have your choice of seat and be able to sit close to that awe-inspiring fish tank or in an area that is somewhat se­ cluded from other diners. It is also a good idea to move along the pace of din­ ing. You may want to skip the appetizers and move right to the main course. Bring along snacks or ask your server to give your child some finger foods (crackers, cheese, slices of fruit) to hold him or her over until the food is served. Don't take out your child if he or she is due for a nap, it could spell trouble. •Gauge your child's will­ ingness for new foods: If your child is a picky eater, choose a place that offers familiar foods. If he or she is adventur­ ous, don't worry about trying out the tacos at a Mexican place or the shrimp teriyaki at the hibachi grill. Meltdowns can happen. But every time your child eats out he or she will learn appro­ priate behavior. and signs seem to whiz kEGAL CINEMAS by within Summer Tailgate inches. •OJr Keep REGAL 7 828-262-3800 Market jp55l!IfcjPWBP. your lessons 210 Now Market SI Center BOO-FANDANGO 254« &T B| short. Be Adv. Tit on Sole SHREK THE THIRD (PC) * at PI j m/^Hp^jBK reasonable Adv. 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Carolina West >~-Wireless 800-235-5007 www.carolinawest.com "Proud sponsor of MerleFest!" �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Keep talking with ASU The two stupidest things done by past Ashe County leaders were (in reverse order): (1) Letting the Virginia Creeper go away instead of becoming a tour­ ism attraction; (2) Making no serious effort to become home to the region's first state-funded college. That college, which became a state institu­ tion in 1903, has become Appalachian State University. And while we can only ponder the incred­ ible difference its presence would have made in the life and history of this county, we can take some positive action now—and keep talk­ ing with the university. It is obvious that such a huge institution is not bound by the imaginary county lines drawn in a long-ended session of the state legisla­ ture. ASU is not "Boone's" or "Watauga County's;" it serves and belongs to this whole region, especially the neighboring counties. The second annual listen­ ing tour of ASU Chancellor Dr. Ken Peacock was a use­ ful gathering of the leaders of the university and Ashe community leaders. Nothing dramatic came from it, but there was some useful net­ working, though relatively few comments came from the Ashe leaders. There should have been an organized presentation in response to Peacock's remarks, perhaps by the county commission, which would have offered suggestions as to how the university might better serve Ashe. Perhaps the most signifi­ cant thing Peacock said in his remarks was that ASU is looking at satellite cam­ puses. Our commissioners must be proactive on this issue, and make sure Ashe is considered for such a site. We can imagine a day when our young people can com­ plete two years of educa­ tion at the Ashe Campus of Wilkes Community College, then go a short distance and finish a bachelor's degree at ASU—without even leav­ ing the county. Technology and the land-locked nature of ASITs campus offer such an opportunity, if we will take it. The dialogue initiated at Jefferson Landing through these two annual listen­ ing tours is good. But it needs to go deeper as well. ASITs leaders need to share their vision and plans with a broader range of Ashe Countians, including small business owners, teachers and "ordinary" citizens. In turn, they need to hear from every segment of the popu­ lation they serve. ^Bottom line: Let the dialogue con­ tinue, and grow. Backse^T m New federal identification To the Editor: There's a new federal ID coming your way soon! You may not know about it, but don't feel left out! Most people don't know about it, since it wasn't debated, considered or studied before it was passed. In a backroom deal, it was at­ tached to a must-pass bill on the Iraq War/Tsunami relief a little over a year ago. It's called the REAL ID act, and you will be REQUIRED to have it to fly commercial air, open a bank account, enter a government building and more. The first really stupid thing about this is that it creates huge administrative burdens for the states with­ out providing ANY federal funds for implementing the lengthy and involved require­ ments. At the same time, it does nothing to combat ter­ rorism. Clever and resource­ ful terrorists will always find ways to get IDs. Now here's my favorite part. The Department of Homeland security released its vague and evasive regula­ tions on March 1st, but rather than answer the hard ques­ tions and provide solid guid­ ance, DHS told the states to find solutions by 2010, effec­ tively passing this hot potato to the next administration. Please contact our repre­ sentatives apd let them know how YOU feel about this ri­ diculous legislation today! Jeff Cannon West Jefferson Softball going well To the Editor: I am" a player of Ashe County Little League soflball. Last year, the league was bad. This year it has been PAGE 4A FRIDAY, MAY 11, 2007 . KR WWO LIVE IN Pf^EDOM, BE MLMOfML C$y 'VIM l\ {t-tfolhtwfiriai&tofe s/-zs Letters to the Editor a lot better. I think the ACLL board has worked very hard. I know that because my dad is a board member. The letter to the editor was offensive to the board members and also to my dad who is a board member. Ashe County is very lucky to have a board like them. Last year when I played softball, I was the catcher for the team. The catcher's equipment given to my team fit my dad perfectly and was not in very good shape. My parents took me and bought me my own catcher's equip­ ment. This year we were giv­ en equipment that actually fit me. The board has had a whole lot of meetings. They work un­ til late at night trying to make things better and they do not get a whole lot of thanks for all of their hard work. Last year, our team played a total of six games. This year we are playing 12 or 13 games. The problem with the uni­ forms being the same color was the choice of each team's coach. The board had nothing to do with that. I am a 10 year old girl who thinks the board worked very hard to make things better for us. I enjoy playing soflball with my friends. It is not like you can make changes in a matter of minutes. It takes time and everyone working together. THINK ABOUT IT! Bridgette Wilson Zionville Survivors To the Editor: We would like to dedi­ cate this poem by Kaye Des'Ormeaux to all the moth­ ers who have lost a child to domestic violence: My Mom is a survivor, or so I've heard it said. But I can hear her crying at night when all others are in bed. I watch her lay awake at night and go to hold her hand. She doesn't know I'm with her to help her understand. But like the sands on the beach that never wash away.... I watch over my surviving Mom who thinks of me each day. She wears a smile for others... a smile of disguise! But through Heaven's door I see tears flowing from her eyes. My Mom tries to cope with death; To keep my memory alive. But anyone who knows her knows it is her way to survive. As I watch over my surviving Mom through Heaven's open door... I try to teH her that angels protect me forevermore! I know that doesn't help her, or ease the burden she bears. So, if you get a chance, go visit her. Show her that you care. For no matter what she says... no matter what she feels. My surviving Mom has a bro­ ken heart that time won't ever heal. The staff of A Safe Home for Everyone (A.S.H.E.) Why are so many places named for an enemy? Pos Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Classifieds Manager Receptionist/Data Input Customer Service Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Graphic Arts Director Graphic Artist/Webmaster Linda Burchette Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Geraldine Hartzog Sandra Osborne Heather Lewis Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Deb Holder-Caine Kelly Elliott Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. What foreign general who fought in North Carolina is most memorialized here? My first guess would be General Lafayette, the young Frenchman who helped win the Revolutionary War and gave his name to Fayetteville. But General Lafayette never fought in North Caro­ lina. Maybe you would guess General Sherman, a "foreign general" when his United States troops fought in North Carolina at the end of the Civil War. But you would have a hard time finding memorials to him. There are no cities or big roads named after him. Surely, Sherman's campaign of burning and destruction is part of the state's collec­ tive memory. Some people can still tell you exactly what Sherman's troops did to their family's farm. Actually, we got off light. Sherman was much kinder to North Carolina than he had been to Georgia and South Carolina. Unlike the burnings that took place in Atlanta and Columbia, Raleigh was essen­ tially undamaged by the war. When it came time to accept the surrender of Confederate troops, Sherman was inclined to be even more generous that General Grant had been at Appomattox. His proposed terms were so generous that the authorities in Washing­ ton disapproved them and ordered him to follow the Ap­ pomattox model. Here is my nominee for the most memorialized foreign general: Lord Cornwallis, the British general whose troops invaded North Carolina in 1780, who occupied Charlotte, fought a critical battle at Guilford C o u r t H o u s e , and then marched to Wilm­ ington to lick his wounds and prep a r e for the m a r c h to Yorktown where he was forced to surrender in 1781. Cornwallis traveled across more of North Carolina than many of us who have lived in the state for years. His me­ morials are the little mark­ ers that he left in many of the places he stopped. On a recent visit to Bethania near Winston Salem, I had supper with Michelle and Michael Leonard, whose restored house once hosted General Cornwallis while he was preparing for the Battle of Guilford Court House. In Wilmington, the house Gen­ eral Cornwallis used as his headquarters in April of 1781 is officially known as the Burgwin-Wright Museum House, but it is more often called the Cornwallis House. In Charlotte, when folks explain where their "Hornets' Nest" nickname came from, they proudly tell you that General Cornwallis used the term to describe the locals' re­ sistance to his occupation. In Hillsborough, they re­ member Cornwallis's brief occupation in their town's histories, and there is an im­ portant residential communi­ ty named "Cornwallis Hills." Cornwallis is remembered in street names in towns and cities across the state: Corn­ wallis Avenue in Gastonia; Cornwallis Streets in Gar­ ner, Pittsboro, and Winston for more almost 800 years. Salem; Cornwallis Roads in Someday, we should invite Riegelwood and Rose Hill; the current Lord Cornwallis to Cornwallis Drive in Mocks- come here and visit the many ville; Cornwallis Lane in places his forebear marked Charlotte; and more. Corn­ with the family name. wallis Drive in Greensboro is one of that city's important D.G. Martin is the host thoroughfares. of UNC-TVs "North Caro­ Perhaps the most salient lina Bookwatch," which airs reminder of General Corn­ Sundays at 5 p.m. Check his wallis is the long Cornwallis blog and view prior programs Road that runs from a point at www.unctv.org/ncbookjust north of Chapel Hill, watch / across Durham and then con­ This week's (May 13) guest tinues through the Research is former Lt. Governor Pat Triangle Park. Thousands Taylor, author of "Fourth of commuters and travelers Down and Goal to Go," his de­ passing through Durham see lightful memoir full of stories the Cornwallis name. from an earlier North Caro­ Surely some of them won­ lina. der where the name came from. I, however, knowing where the name came from, wonder why our state so of­ ten and prominently honors a general whose invasion caused North Carolinians such great suffering. Perhaps some of these The editorial page of the streets were named to remind Jefferson Post is available, future generations of the free of charge, for readers strong resistance that Gen­ to express their views. All eral Cornwallis encountered it takes is a letter to the from patriotic North Carolin­ editor. The subject of the ians during campaign across letters should be a matter our state. of community interest and A more cynical answer should be limited to 700 would be that we just do not words. pay much attention to the Letters must be signed names of roads, either in the with an address and naming of them or in asso­ phone number for verifi­ ciating the road names with cation purposes. Only the their origins."Cornwallis" has writer's name and com­ become a common North Car­ munity will be published. olina road name, like "Oak" Letters must not be libel­ and "Elm." ous and no poetry will be Whatever the reason, our accepted for publication. state's special association Please address: To the with the Cornwallis name Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. should not make us ashamed. Box 808, West Jefferson, According to a new book on NC 28694 or email to Cornwallis family by N.B. jthompson@jeffersonCryer, it has played an impor­ post.com. tant role in English history Express your views �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MAY 11, 2007 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT New jewelry store opens in Jefferson by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Jefferson has a lot of spar­ kle these days in the form of a new jewelry store. Customers will find a beautiful selection of fine gemstone and precious metal jewelry at The Jefferstone "Gallery of Fine Jewelry," re­ cently opened in the Jefferson Rent-All shopping plaza on 411 South Main Street next to Max 5 Computers. Owner Earl Sheets and Benny Bingham offer sales and repairs along with cre­ ation of a unique piece just for you. Choose among clear and fancy colored diamonds, em­ eralds, sapphires, rubies, tanzanite, pearls, and jade, just to name a few of the types of stones set in rings, bracelets, earrings, pendants and neck­ laces. The line of Leslie gold chains offer a lifetime war­ F UA JL ranty. Many of the pieces in the store are quite unique, includ­ ing a flexible gold cuff bracelet set in diamonds, an unusually large tanzanite with brilliant diamonds set in a gold ring, and a pair of contemporary designed earrings with rubies and diamonds. A wide variety of loose stones are available to choose from when design­ ing your own pieces. "We are a small store with a very good selection," said Sheets. "We only deal in fine quality. We want to offer something very nice, nothing but the best quality." Sheets is known to many in the community through his work with the North Carolina driver's license agency, from which he retired in Janu­ ary. He hopes many of those friends he's made over the years will come and see him j Jefferst Post photo by Linda Burchette Jail the construction of the law enforcement center and jail is the need for additional park­ ing. The facility itself will take some of the existing spaces, some of which will be replaced by constructing parking be­ hind the agricultural services center. County Manager Dan Mc­ Millan said on Thursday that according to Davidson vs. the City of High Point in 1987, it was determined that one unit of government cannot restrict another unit of government and enterprise public funding allows for the use of parking in a residential zoned area. This also allows for the loca­ tion of health facilities and certain services for the public good, and he said the county could build a new Social Ser­ vices building or even locate the solid waste disposal facil­ ity currently running out of space in West Jefferson on this residential zoned property. As plans for the law en­ forcement facility and jail move forward, McMillan said the lots behind the site could be graded and used for park­ ing during construction and also after construction. He expects bid packages for the project to be ready in June with construction hoped to begin in July. Hero continued from front page When Evan came home crying and bleeding, and told her what had happened, Ann learned of her son's heroic ac­ tion. "We are so proud of him," she said for herself and her husband, Tony, and Evan's big sister, Kristy Treadway. "I just wanted to buy him a medal of some kind. It's just wonderful, what he did and I thought he should be recognized." Daniel's family is also grateful, and his grandfather, David Rodriguez, said, "We thank him." The whole fam­ ily has thanked Evan for his quick action. Evan said he never stopped to think about it or wait for someone else to help. He just saw the danger and reacted. When asked how he feels about all this, Evan just shrugs and says,"I don't know. My mom is calling me a hero." And hero he is, for such bravery exhibited at such a young age. Evan hopes motor­ ists will be more cautious and watch out for children. This will be even more important soon as school lets out for the summer and youngsters find their way outdoors to play. Those in the Luther Road neighborhood, though, have a brave young man to help watch over them. Baseball continued from front page cation is open with the par­ ents, the coaches, the officials, and the Board of Directors. Outfitting 529 kids in brand new uniforms with very little time in between registration and game time (two weeks) was a miracle that could not have been accomplished with­ out the help of K&K Stitch and Screen. Their service was excellent, and their equip­ ment costs were comparable to other companies. It was the League's intentions to keep as much business as local as possible. If scheduling fields for practice was a problem, it was nothing compared to the nightmare of coming up with a game schedule that involved inter-leaguing with Allegheny County. Several Board mem­ bers met one evening to come up with a tentative schedule, and then one brave soul spent countless hours over his din­ ing room table littered with papers trying to complete the ne Earl Sheets, at right, has opened The Jefferstone "Gallery of Fine Jewelry" in Jefferson along with Benny Bingham who will offer repair work. continued from front page offers more jail space in two stories and a safer operation. Locating the jail on the other side of the courthouse would have required a dormitory style of four stories for the needed amount of jail space. Blackburn said the pod style is a big reason the com­ mission chose to locate the jail on the Eller property side of the courthouse. Sheriff Williams said he is glad to have this design along with a larger and more secure holding area for prisoners. Males and females are segre­ gated on opposite sides of the building. The biggest problem with - at his new business. "I have bought jewelry for my wife for 36 years, and learned a lot about it," Sheets said. "I thought this might be a fun thing to do. I made good friends at Towne Jewelers in Winston-Salem, and theygave me advice that helped me get started, sort of paved the way for me. My good friend, Benny Bingham, has consented to do the repairs. He has a repu­ tation for quality work, and people trust him. And people trust my judgment. I hope the friends I've made will come and see me." Along with sales of fine quality jewelry, The Jeffer­ stone offers jewelry repair work including replacement of lost stones and settings and watch batteries. The business is convenient to both Jefferson and West Jefferson with easy access and plenty of rough draft so that it was as fair as possible. One sched­ ule change this year that was very different than preceding years was the schedule taking into consideration the per­ centage of teams that Allegh­ any County made up within each of the sub-leagues in Little League. For instance, if Alleghany County's Major League Girl's softball made up 40% of the overall Major League Girls League, than 40% of the games will be played in Alleghany County. This not only helps Allegh­ eny County by not having to travel as much as it has had to do in the past, it helps our Leagues because with­ out Alleghany County, cer­ tain Leagues would not play near as many games. Its also good for our kids to travel out of county and play on other fields as much as possible. According to Little League International by-laws, the lo­ cal League is allowed up to two fundraisers per year. This year, in place of the annual "Fun Day" at Family Cen­ tral, will be the "Hit-A-Thon" on Saturday, May 12. Ashe County Little League kids have canvassed the county in search of pledges from their churches, from their relatives, and from friends. Every child is trying to raise as much as he or she can, and every pledge means a chance to hit at the hit-a-thon. The more hits that a child gets, the more chances they have to win prizes. The Hit-A-Thon will begin with the first teams up at bat at 9 a.m. behind Family Central on the football and baseball fields. Concessions will be served by Parks and Recre­ ation staff, and will include a Chicken Dinner with beans and slaw. Come out and sup­ port the Ashe County Little League, eat some great food, and watch our kids smack some balls this Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. parking. Sheets said not to let cost deter you from visiting his business. "We will work with people on cost," he said. "And we offer a 90 day layaway. I think I'm big enough to serve their fine jewelry needs and small enough to recognize them." "I'm hoping to keep in touch with all the friends I've made down through the years," he said."I've always treated them fairly and will continue to do that here. Please come and see me. Look at and touch the jewelry. If you can't buy now, dream about it for tomorrow. I can help make those dreams come true." For information, call The Jefferstone at 846-8626. Hours are 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Satur­ day. Family Day planned A Family Day is planned at Ashe County Park on Satur­ day, May 12 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. with food and live music as well as a picking and jam­ ming session. The event is be­ ing held to benefit a mission trip to South Dakota to the Pine Ridge Indian Reserva­ tion this summer. The mis­ sion trip is to an area that is often considered a third world country right in the middle of America. All proceeds from this event will be used for travel costs to Pine Ridge Reservation and to purchase sheets and blankets for the bunk beds that are built and delivered by volunteers. Various gospel and bluegrass bands have been invited to perform at the event and the schedule is still continu­ ing to be confirmed. Musicians of any skill level and age are also encouraged to bring their own instruments and "jam" with other local musicians for an afternoon of music and fun. Singers are also encour­ aged to come out and share songs with the crowd. Homeward Bound, a lo­ cal well-known group with four CDs out, will perform around 2 p.m. Marie and Jenny Lampo will be singing around noon and others will be singing that morning as well. Listen to 580 WKSICs Community Calendar for a music schedule. Food will be available for a donation cost of $5 for Millie's special bar­ becue, hot dogs with all the fixin's, chips, tea, lemonade and desserts. The Pine Ridge Reserva­ tion is home to the Oglala Lakota Indians, with an average annual income around $4,000, according to a brochure from RE-MEMBER. This is home to people who have the lowest life expectancy in the United States and the second lowest in the western hemisphere. Many people there do not live to their 60th birthday. Donations for the mission trip can be mailed to: The Mountain Times, c/o Fawn Roark, PO Box 327, West Jef­ ferson, NC 28694. For more information about RE-MEM­ BER online, log onto www.remember.org or for more infor­ mation about the trip or this weekend's fundraiser, call Roark at 336-246-6397. 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It has breathtaking views of Grandfather. Sugar, and Beech Mountains Mountain, and paved, plus The properly faces west snudmed and is a utility property The lot offers long range views of Mount three Top it from West Jefferson. It is ai an altitude of 4,500 feet underground Jefferson, Subdivision Thismounisinside, 2acrekiiisloceieit|u«t southwest Phoenix Mountain. If you are In th« market to tell a Home or Land, then you owe It to yourself to stop In and see how we will market your property with our technology. PH: (336) 982-2558 _ 1836 HWY. 221 N. irg www.ALRE-BlueRidge.com JEFFERSON, NC 28640 us *TS RESERVATIONS SUGGESTED • Call 336-246-5222 Adults: $23.95 • Children 5-12 years: $8.95 • 4 years fit under complimentary Frasers Restaurant is located at 108 S. jefferson Avenue in downtown West jefferson �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MAY 11, 2007 PAGE 6A RELIGION Rivenbark Family Ministries coming to Mt. Paddy Mt Paddv Church will host ••••• entire collection is available at mended, and sickness healed. available Mt Paddy Church will host any of our appearances, or by Their ministry is dedicated Keith and Kayla Rivenbark, a the uncompromising Gospel of visiting our "Projects" page. talented father-daughter gos­ "Keith has judged talent pel singing duo, on May 20 at competitions at The State 6 p.m. The two provided this Annual Singing Convention' information about their min­ in Benson, NC, and also at istry: the 'Albemarle Gospel Music "Keith began singing Singing Convention' in Eliza­ around the age of seven at beth City, NC. He has also had his* home church, Burgaw the opportunity to serve as a Pentecostal Freewill Baptist Youth Counselor at the Cru­ Church, during Wednesday saders Youth Camp in Dunn, Night Youth Services. At the NC. Also, Keith is a former age of 12, he felt the call on his Director for the State Singing life to minister in song. He be­ Convention in Benson, NC. gan singing at area churches "Keith, an ordained minis­ during revivals, homecomings, ter, is a graduate of Emman­ special events, and youth ser­ uel Baptist University in Con­ vices. nelly Springs, NC where he "Keith has sang with re­ received a Bachelor of Science gional groups in the past. He sang with 'Canaanland' from tional Anthem at Professional degree in Christian Educa­ tion. He is employed with The Princeton, NC for 3-1/2 years. Baseball opening ceremonies. "God has blessed this min­ North Carolina Department of They traveled and sang 60-70 dates a year throughout North istry, enabling us to record six Transportation and resides in Carolina, South Carolina, CD projects. Sound clips from Clayton, NC. "It is The Rivenbarks' de­ these projects are available Georgia, and Virginia. "He has also traveled and on our 'Projects' page, and the sire to see souls saved, hearts sung professionally with The Anchormen Quartet... Nation­ ally known from Goldsboro, Evangelist Jay Price NC. Tim Bullins of The An­ From Asheville, NC chormen says that 'Keith has one of the most powerful and anointed voices in Gospel Mu­ At Blue Ridge Worship Center, sic.' "Keith now travels with his Hwy. 16 S at Glendale Springs wife, Susan, who runs sound, and sings with his 15 year Friday, May 18 - Sunday, May 20 old daughter, Kayla. Together they makeup Rivenbark Fam­ Fri. and Sat. nights begin at 7:30 pm ily Ministries. Sunday at 11:00 and 6:00 pm "Kayla is an accomplished vocalist in her own right. She 'Pastor Dixon and church members cordially invite has been involved in numer­ Jay's friends and others to come out and hear his ous recordings, videos, and has made several Live Television messages in song and word." appearances. She has also had the opportunity to sing the Na­ Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA I'astor George Norris 246-2979 220 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson, NC Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Bethany United Methodist Church 336-877-2801 495 Highway 194 South Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday School 9:45a.m. Assembly of God Church Bald Mtn. Baptist Church 846-4444 I'astor Keith Styron Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman and He blessed them"Luke24:50 Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Senice • I l:00an Sunday Evening Worship - 7:00pm Wednesday Evetting • 7:00pm Corner of Fuw-Roland A McNril Sts • Jefferson 188 West • Left on McNeil. One Block) Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Morning Worship -10:30 a.m. Sunday School IO:OOAM Worship II.OOAM ami 6:OOPM MOSDAY Scmcfj: West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-:1795 Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Sers'ice 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! Minister Creighton Beatty C<immunity Care 6:00PM Hwy 16 S. ai Glendale Springs Sunday School • 10:00 am Sunday Worship Service 11:00 am & 6:00 pm "Join us in worship to Christ I Prayer A Outreach) Sunday School 10:00 a.m. WEDNESDAY• f amily Night 7 00PM (All ages) Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. "A Church focused - an faith, family A the Julurt" Cornerstone Fellowship 221 Bamen St.. [Off Buck Mtn. Road) Doug Frazier, Minister Sun. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship 11:00 am Evening Worship 6 00p.m. Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Bible Study 846-5615 Chun h Office or 846-5616 Preacher's Residence Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 Burnett St. • West Jefferson Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church 846-3954 I'astor Sean Rrigman 246-9031 Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Non-Denominational Deep Ford Rd., Lansing Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Friendship Baptist Church 891 Friendship BapUst Church KdJefTerson, NC Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 Rev. David Grinnell • 982-2080 Services en Espanol Sabados a las - 6:00PM Clases dc ESL Scrvicios a las - 7:00PM Sunday SchnOl - 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Servicer - 10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Services • 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Sendee • 7:00 p.m. (Mission* Ministry. Van Ministry. Teen Time) Evening Service 6:30p.m. Friendly Grove Baptist Church Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 Casual & Contemporary Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 7:00 p.m. Saturday Night f:00 p.m. Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Worship at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7:00 p.m. Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00 p.m. Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00 p.m. "A Life Worth Living!" Healing Springs Baptist Church Jefferson United Methodist Church Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church 9178 Old Hwy. 16 • Crumpter. NC Sunday School - 10:00A.M. Siuulay Momtng Worship Service- 11:00A.M. Sunday Evening Worship Senice - 7:00P.M. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00P.M. Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor Rev. Keith Casey 115 East Main St., Jefferson. NC (336) 246-9512 Pastor: Rev. Jack 1'ugh 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson, NC (336) 246-4764 9:00 a.m. Early Worship 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages 11:00 a.m. - Formal Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday • Sunday School 11.00 a.m Sunday* Worship Senice 6:30p.m. Sunday • Su/utay Night Service 6:00 p.m. Monday ' T.E.A.M, 10:00 a.in Tuesday' Joy in the Morning 7:00p.m Wednesday' Prayer Meeting Church: 982-9210' Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience We would love to have you come worship with us. North Beaver Baptist Parish of the Holy Communion "Loves you and wants you I Episcopalian) Sunday School - 9:30 A.M. to fellowship with us every Sunday!" Hwy. 163 West Jefferson Childrens Sunday School -10:00 AM Worship -10:30 A.M. Pastor Rick Miller Sunday Preaching Service - 6:00 P.M. Worship • 11:00 AM Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study - 7:00 P.M. Sunday School • 10:00 am. Morning Worship • 11:00 a.m. Holy Trinity Church Glendale Springs 10:00 a.m. Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Bihle School - 10:00 AM Wednesday Prayer Senice • 7:00 p.m. Phone - 982-3076 Sabbath Worship • 11:15 AM We invite you to join us for a God centered. Nursery provided for all services family worshipping experience. Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene "Come as you ait, you will be loved " Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Mt. Paddy Church Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church Billy Robinson - Pastor Worship <1 Praise 11:00 a.m. Evrning Worship 6:00 p.m. SUN/MY Fleetwood, NC Pastor, Chris Cox Old Hwy. 221 Neur Golf Course Rd. Church of Christ at West Jefferson Blue Ridge Worship Center Sunday Evening Worship 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study 6:45PM 1549 Hwy. I'M South • Todd(I mi. off Hwy 221) Big Flatts Baptist Church Beaver Creek Christian Church Church 877-IS50 Parsonage H77-2D42 Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Sunday Morning Worship 8:30AM and 11 :00AM Family Time - 9:30AM Sunday School - 10:00AM Pastor: Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 they do and say, so that they are not the focus, but Jesus Christ who lives within us. Baldnimintainchurch.org Email: Baldmounlain^skybest.com Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Nighi Bible Snuly - 7:00p.m Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. "And He led them as far as to Bethany... 1460 Bald Mtn. Rd.. Hivf Jefferson Baldwin Community Church Jesus Christ. They also desire to allow the Holy Spirit lead, guide, and control everything Pastor: Tim Rolen Worship Times: Adult Sunday School • 9:30 AM Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. 846-7481 Robert St. off Bare /Churrh) 846-0378 I [ St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church Smethport Independant Baptist Church 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh Pastor James T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 Main & Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass - 9:00 \m Saturday Evening Mass 5:00ru English A 7:00i-m Spanish Weekday Morn. Mass - Call for times 194 and 88 West, Smethport. NC Sunday School 9:45 a.m. • Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Night Services 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m. Missions Building by Faith Promise We have a miners and children churches available Warrensville United Methodist Church 192 Church Street 336-384-3391 Sunday Sehool ~ 1():(X)AM Worship ~ 9:00 AM Visitors become family of Warrensville Pastor: Kevin Morgan 336-667-6092 Saturday Serx-ices: West Jefferson United Methodist Church Welcome Home Baptist Church Offitt Phone: Seventh-Day Adventist Church JJ6M.'-Wi(b#rv. Lontut Jones • Pom Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Sunday School • 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4thI • 7:00PM Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Children's Church and Nursery Provided Youth Services - Sunday • 6:00PM Van Transportation Available We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! Pastor Home: 336-384-31*8 • Cell: 336-977-1009 www.wjumc.net Your Guide To Local ttoyses of To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 Corner of Hwy. 221 & Cherry St. EXTERMINATING Jefferson Termite & Pest Control 246-6077 HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPPIY. INC. 141 Lyalle Lane, Jefferson, NC (Just off Aehe F^ark Road) Open Mon-Frl • 7am-5pm 336-902-9321 246-7131 246-4222 MoiottriiM Aire' 7 Days A Week WINXNIT('UXSTIITCTKIV Commercial and Residential PO Rax 972 • Me*t Jdfcrson, NC 336-246-6482 Fax; 246-6402 Dr Pepper If . 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NC 828-263-8464 • www.boonekubota.com We Build Your Home '-jf I Ao The Waif You Want It HOMES WWw.classichomes Intersection US 221 & NC 163 • 1620 NC 163-E West Jcffersyn, NC' 336-246-3600 �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7A FRIDAY, MAY 11, 2007 COMMUNITY NEWS The Foxx Report Following your dreams by U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx Special to the Post American World War II Army General Omar Bradley 9aid of freedom that "No word was ever spoken that held out greater hope, demanded greater sacrifice, needed more to be nurtured, blessed more the giver, cursed more its de­ stroyer, or came closer to be­ ing God's will on earth. And I think that's worth fighting for." As Military Appreciation Month, the month of May is set aside as a time to reflect on the profound sacrifices un­ dertaken for the cause of free­ dom by the men and women of the United States military. May historically has been a month of jubilation and also of somber reflection. May 8—or VE-Day—marks the moment more than 60 years ago when Allied forces declared victory over a Nazi regime which had held Europe under its thumb for five years. At the tail end of the month, Memorial Day stands as a sentinel to recall past sacrifices for the promise of liberty. In the centuries since the formation of our great nation, close to 2 million members of our nation's armed forces have paid the ultimate price for our freedom. We owe a tremendous debt to those who have gone before us, who have fought on foreign shores to preserve freedom for the oppressed and to protect the sacred liberties we eryoy in America. Boone's own National Guard 1451st Transportation Company recently returned from a tour of service in Iraq. While attending a welcome home ceremony for the com­ pany I was overwhelmed by the accomplishments of the troops coming home that spring afternoon. The soldiers who take their places in the ranks of today's military face challenges un­ like those of any other era. The enemies of freedom are less easily defined and the battles to preserve liberty are not demarcated with the distinct contrasts of the past. In the face of these new chal­ lenges our troops continue to excel. Our nation's fighting men and women are working hard­ er, fighting smarter and think­ ing faster than at any other time. Each day they confront many enemies, whether Im­ provised Explosive Devices, drug smugglers, religious ex­ tremists or suicide bombers. To be blunt—as the military has matured, the enemies of democracy have proliferated and evolved in ways that no one could have foreseen a generation ago. But our soldiers fight on. Today, our military is home to some of America's brightest and bravest. As the armed forces' mission has expanded in an age of globalization, our military men and women have done a remarkable job of adapting to constant change. In the midst of the turmoil of conflict one thing has per­ sisted: our veterans and ser­ vice members are committed to preserving freedom. Our often-polarized po­ litical environment makes it easy to forget that our troops volunteered to fight on behalf of their nation. This is an in­ credible statement. We would do well this month to reflect on the meaning our soldiers' voluntary sacrifice. They risk life and limb so that we do not have to. They pursue the enemies of freedom abroad in order that we will not con­ front them at home. In the most basic sense, they enable a way of life which makes the United States a shining light for the world's oppressed peo­ ple. In a culture that idolizes celebrity and ease at the cost of personal sacrifice, we must take pains to recognize the selfless commitment of our fighting men and women. De­ fying cultural currents, they have declared that there is no cost is too high for freedom. We must respond in kind and demonstrate that there is no cost too high in honoring their sacrifice. This month, let us put our differences behind us and join in celebrating the valor and sacrifice of our soldiers. Editor's Note: Virginia Foxx is a United States Rep­ resentative from North Car­ olina's Fifth Congressional District. You may contact her office toll free at 1-866-6778968 or e-mail her from her website, www.foxx.house.gov. BRP birds surveyed The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation is funding a small grant to the NC Audubon for survey work being completed on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Many of North Carolina's "im­ portant bird area" (IBA) sites identified and catalogued by Audubon are on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Moses H. Cone Memorial Park and Ju­ lian Price Park areas are part of the Grandfather Mountain IBA and the Balsams, Craggy and Black Mountains and Bull Creek in the Asheville area are also IBA sites. The pastoral landscape that characterizes much of the Blue Ridge Parkway pro­ vides many locations for "ear­ ly successional species" that prefer scrubby or brushy hab­ itat. Often, these pastures are maintained through agricul­ tural leases which help pre­ serve the pastures through grazing or harvesting, pre­ venting it from reverting to forest and reducing the main­ tenance burden on Parkway staff. However, in some areas, rigorous management and mowing can remove scrub and brush that would provide diverse habitat for various species, including the field sparrow and common yellowthroated warbler. Now, the Blue Ridge Park­ way and the state's Audubon organization are partnering to survey some of the lands in an effort to determine which species may be using the land Photo by Houck Medford/BRP Foundation Curtis Smalling, ornithologist and resident scientist for the NC Audubon Society, stands at a transect in a study area on the Moses Cone Estate. The study is investigating nest­ ing populations in various successional growth areas; here white pines have begun to invade fields once densely cov­ ered by blackberries. for nesting or foraging, and to evaluate how different man­ agement decisions impact the species found. As the Blue Ridge Parkway decides how to manage leases that are being renewed or to negotiate new leases, this new information will help inform its manage­ ment decisions,such as reduc­ ing the frequency of mowing or changing the time of year when mowing is completed, and help preserve the habitat and biodiversity of the Park­ way. The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation recognizes that while the Parkway's scenic vistas are treasured, its eco­ system also provides a broad array of habitats for wildlife. hi# Mario I Iqw /Ult/I aHu\ by Maria Cilley (FlyLady) Special to the Post Did life happen and your dreams get put on the back burner? This has occurred to most of us. We have all heard that procrastination is the thief of time. I don't think that is entirely the case. Time is constant; we all have the same hours in every sin­ gle day, it is how we choose to use those hours that steals the time. We all seem to think that things will take longer than they really will, so we talk ourselves out of doing them. Just what have you been procrastinating about lately: Laundry, getting the car washed or is it something much deeper than household chores? Have you gotten in a rut? Not a bad rut; but let's say a comfortable rut. You know the same ole same ole! You go through your day without any thought about your pas­ sion. Passion: What is that anyway? When procrastination gets in the way of your pas­ sion; it becomes an excuse to not follow your dreams. We have all said it in some form or fashion, "I don't have time to go back to school and fin­ ish my degree". This "I don't have time" attitude gives us the excuse to not be or do what we were put on Earth to do with our lives. You are robbing yourself of you! Not to mention what you are rob­ bing the world of: YOU! When your heart is not wcc names freshman marshals Wilkes Community College announces the freshmen with top academic standings who have been named as mar­ shals for the 2007 commence­ ment exercise to take place on Tuesday, May 15. The gradu­ ation ceremony will begin at 5:00 p.m. at the Doc and Mer­ le Watson Theatre located on the campus of the college. The following student was select­ ed for this honor from Ashe County. Donna R. Goodman, of Lansing, is a student in the Human Services Technol­ ogy program. She graduated from Oak Park High School, Kansas City, MO in 1981. Donna is the daughter of Vir­ ginia Warren of Kansas City, MO and the late Donald War­ ren. Her family include sons, Darren Goodman and wife, Jenny and Matt Goodman; daughter, Deanna Goodman; and granddaughter, Brooke McMeans. L i J • in what you are doing il. then nothing will ever make you happy! It doesn't matter if you make all the money in the world, if it doesn't make you happy it means nothing. Happiness comes from with­ in. This is what FLYing is all about. Finally Loving Your­ self enough to know that for some reason you are not hap­ py. You thought getting the house clean was all it would take to make you happy. As you learn the FlyLady way of breaking things down into babysteps; you will find the right path that is going to lead yQu to true happiness. This happiness starts by let­ ting go of procrastination and perfectionism. I never knew what I want­ ed to be when I grew up. For years I was a bookkeeper, then I taught Fly Fishing. I was not fulfilling my destiny because I still had an empty hole to fill. Nothing would fill up this hole; spending money, relationships, food or any­ thing else I used to keep me in my rut. You see; ruts keep you in a path that is not your choosing. Because it is so hard to get out of the rut, it is just easier to continue on this sidetracked journey. I can hear you now, "but I did choose my path!" Did you re­ ally or did circumstances just put you in this position. Some people never get out of their ruts of procrastina­ tion. It involves too much To find out more about our homeowners insurance — Call me... Stop by... Log on - it's your choice! 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The early Christians celebrated the Mother's festival on the fourth Sunday of Lent to honor "If you're going to kill each other, do it outside. I just finished cleaning." Mary, the mother of Christ. Interestingly, later on a religious order stretched the "If you don't straighten up, I'm going to knock you into the middle of next week!' holiday to include all mothers, and named it as the Mothering Sunday. The English colonists settled in America and discontinued the tradition of Mothering Sunday Logic because of lack of time. In 1872 Julia Ward Howe organized a day for mothers dedicated to peace. It is a landmark in the history of Mother's Day. Time Travel "Because I said so, that's why." Foresight "Make sure you wear clean underwear, in case you're in an accident." In 1907, Anna M. Jarvis (1864-1948), a Philadelphia schoolteacher, began a Irony movement to set up a national Mother's Day in honor of her mother, Ann Maria Reeves "Keep crying and I'll give you something to cry about." Jarvis. She solicited the help of hundreds of legislators and prominent businessmen to create a special day to honor mothers. The first Mother's Day observance was "Shut your mouth and eat your supper." Osmosis a church service honoring Anna's mother. Anna handed out her mother's favorite Stamina flowers, the white carnations, on the occasion as they represent sweetness, purity, and patience. Anna's hard work finally paid off in the year 1914, when President "You'll sit there until all that spinach is gone." Woodrow Wilson proclaimed the second Sunday in May as a national holiday in honor of mothers. "This room of yours looks as if a tornado went through it." Slowly and gradually the Mother's day became very popular and gift giving activity increased. All this commercialization of the Mother's day infuriated Anna as she believed that the day's sentiment was being sacrificed at the expense of greed and profit. Weather Hypocrisy "If I told you once, I've told you a million times. Don't exaggerate!" Circle Of Life "I brought you into this world, and I can take you out." Behavior Modification Regardless of Jarvis's worries, Mother's Day has flourished in the United States. Actually, the second Sunday of May has become the most popular day of the year. "Stop acting like your father!" Although Anna may not be with us, Mother's day lives on and has spread to various countries of the world. Many countries throughout the world celebrate Mother's Day at various times during the year, but some such as Denmark, Finland, Italy, Turkey, Australia, and Belgium also celebrate Mother's Day on the second Sunday of May. "There are millions of less fortunate children in this world who don't have wonderful parents like you do." Envy Anticipation "Just wait until we get home." Receiving feme IVpical Motherly Advice There are a few things, which are common to all the mothers around the world. Apart from showering love and affection, mothers make it a point to keep an eye on every activity of their children- this of course arises as a result of her being too car­ ing about her child, so that he/she is always unhurt. Here is some typical motherly advice: • Make sure to change your underwear always; you never know when you'll have an accident. • Don't make that face or it'll solidify in that position. • Be careful or else you'll put your eye out. "You are going to get it when you get home!" Medical Science "If you don't stop crossing your eyes, they are going to freeze that way." How To Become An Adult "If you don't eat your vegetables, you'll never grow up." Genetics "You're just like your father." Wisdom "When you get to be my age, you'll understand." Justice • What if everyone jumped into a well? Would you do it, too? • You have enough filth behind those,ears to grow potatoes! • C'mon close that door! Were you born in a bam? • If you don't have something nice to say, don't say anything at all. • Don't put that thing in your mouth; you don't know where it's been! Mother's Day Prayer "We only have One Mom, One Mommy, One Mother in this World, One life. Don't wait for the Tomorrow's to tell Mom, you love her" "To the world you might just be one person, but to one person you might just be the world." -Author Unknown- "One day you'll have kids, and I hope they turn out just like you" The &tage$ Of Motherhood Here is a light hearted presentation of what we all think about our moms, at different points of our lives. Don't get surprised because we all have the same tendency towards our mothers! 4 Years Of Age - My Mommy can do anything; 8 Years Of Age - My Mom knows a lot! A whole lot 12 Years Of Age -My Mother doesn't really know quite everything. 14 Years Of Age -Naturally, Mother doesn't know that, either 16 Years Of Age -Mother? She's hopelessly old-fashioned 18 Years Of Age -That old woman? She's way out of date 25 Years Of Age -Well, she might know a little bit about it 35 Years Of Age -Before we decide, let's get Mom's opinion M - O -T - H - E - P "M" is for the million things she gave me, "O" means only that she's growing old, 45 Years Of Age -Wonder what Mom would have thought about it 65 Years Of Age -Wish, I could talk it over with Mom You're Really A Mom When... "T" is for the tears she shed to save me, "H" is for her heart of purest gold; "E" is for her eyes, with love-light shining, • You count the number of sprinkles on each kid's cupcake to make sure they are equal. "R" means right, and right she'll always be, Put them all together, they spell "MOTHER," • You want to take out a contract on the kid who broke your child's favorite toy and made him/her cry. • You have time to shave only one leg at a time. A word that means the world to me. Howard Johnson (c. 1915) • You hide in the bathroom to be alone. • Your child throws up and you catch it. • Someone else's kid throws up at a party and you keep eating. • You consider finger paint to be a controlled substance. Happy Mothers' Day everyone at the Jefferson Post • You mastered the art of placing food on a plate without anything touching. • Your child insists that you read "Once upon a Potty" out loud in the lobby of the doctor's office and you do it. • You hire a baby sitter because you haven't been out with your husband in ages, then you spend half the night talking about and checking on the kids. • You hope ketchup is a vegetable because it's the only one your child eats. • You find yourself cutting your husband's sandwiches into unusual shapes. • You fast-forward through the scene when the hunter shoots Bambi's mother. • You obsess when your child clings to you upon parting during his first month at school, then you obsess when he skips in without looking back. • You can't bear to give away baby clothes-it's so final. • You hear your mother's voice coming out of your mouth when you say, "Not in your good clothes." • You stop criticizing the way your mother raised you. • You read that the average-five-year old asks 437 questions a day and feel proud that your kid is "above average." "A mother is she who can take the place of all others but whose place no one else can take" Cardinal Mermillod tQk AT �FRIDAY, MAY 11, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Emma Day Thank you so much for all you have done for us. You're not just a mother - you're also a true friend! We Love You! Carolyn & Angie PAGE 9A Mom, Thank you for always being there. From lunch box notes to being our biggest ballgame fan! Our hearts broke as we hugged and said goodbye to Mamaw for the last Ume; and as we watched you as your heart broke. You reminded us how strong a Mom's love is. (You are the strongest person we know!) Mom. we love you so much and we thank God for everyday that we spend with you! Happy Mothers' Day! Love, Miranda & Evan You are the best Mamaw! 1 love you! Your princess, Marley Maggie Blevins Mom, 1 know you're in Heaven. I just want the world to know what a kind, loving Mother you were. When Jesus comes again, we'll rejoice together again in Heaven. Maggie Blevins Family Nell Brooks Guin Mother, we miss you so much. You loved coming to West Jefferson and spending time at Rabbit Hill. It isn't the same without you here. We love you, Janice & Phyllis Chessie Eldreth Thank you for being the strong one that holds us all together. 1 love you. • Happy Mothers' Day Pob Momma, You always find the time for the things that are important to us. That's why it's especially important, on Mothers' Day, to take the time to let you know how much we love you & appreciate you - every day of the year. Love, Ma'ndy, Molly & Jess Nancy Gail Phipps Watching Over Me When I lay down my head tonight, 4 mn X Ruby Calhoun Key Gone yet not forgotten, although we are apart, your spirit lives within us. Forever in our hearts, we miss you so. Happy Mothers Da; Bobbie Neaves, Gre Key and All the Fami W. Bernice Anne Brownrigg If I could have yesterdays back I'd lay my head upon your lap, I'd tell you how much you mean to me, I'd give you all my T.L.C. If I could have yesterdays back I'd dance around your kitchen chair and watch you grin from ear to ear. Oh, how I wish you were here. If I could have yesterdays back I'd kiss your face and comb your hair, I'd spend my days and nights with only you, my dear. Yesterday's gone, tomorrow's near, this pain of emptiness that I must bear for you, my mother, my friend, my dear, are no longer here. You're with the angels way up there. Forever in our hears Your children Patricia. Nancy, Adora, Bonnie, JoAnne, Jimmy and Mary I pray to myself. Thanking the Lord for everything around us. I never say Gods name in vain. 1 miss Mama a real lot, But she is watching over me And when I am sleeping my guardian angels are watching over me. And if 1 was with my dad, my brother, and my mama we'd be a family again. (So I do what I do. I ciy sometimes about that sad day. Jonathan Phipps June 6, 2006 �PAGE10A FRIDAY, MAY 11, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS ACT Readers Theatre stages "Sunshine Boys" Alleghany Community Theatre's next Readers The­ atre will stage Neil Simon's "Sunshine Boys" Thursday, May 17 in the Alleghany County Library, 122 North Main Street in Sparta, and Monday May 21 at the His­ toric 1908 Courthouse in In­ dependence, VA. Both perfor­ mances will be at 7:00 pm. The original Broadway production, in 1972, starred Jack Albertson and Lewis Stadtlen. In 1998, Jack Klugman and Tony Randall re­ vived the comedy. The movie version featured Walter Band and JROTC receive checks Post photos by Linda Burchette Scott Turnmyre, in photo above, director of the Ashe Coun­ ty High School Huskies VanGuard Band program, and LTC John Marsh, in photo below, director of the Ashe County High School JROTC program, were each presented a check for $200 from Warren Miller for their group's participation in the 2006 Parker Tie "Do It Best" Holiday Parade in downtown West Jefferson. Funds came from sponsors of the annual parade. Matthau and George Burns. The story revolves around A1 Lewis and Willie Clark, a vaudeville team for fortythree years. However, as the story begins, the duo has been apart for eleven years, and Boone foundation gives grant to Land Trust The Helen M. Clabough Charitable Foundation of Boone has recently made a significant grant award to Blue Ridge Rural Land Trust. This award is quite unusual in that it is in the form of a revolving line of credit that BRRLT can use to cover the various transactional costs involved in developing con­ servation easements, be­ ing repaid to the Clabough Foundation when BRRLT receives permanent funding from either state agencies or individual easement donors. The grant award for 2007 is a renewal of a similar ar­ rangement between BRRLT and the Clabough Founda­ tion first developed in 2005 and extended for 2006. James Coman, executive director of BRRLT, said "This revolving line of credit has proven to be extremely impor­ tant for BRRLT over the last few years, and we are quite grateful that the Clabough Foundation has extended it. There is often a quite long wait for funding from per­ manent sources, either state agencies or private donors, even when there are signed contracts involved. The re­ volving line of credit from the Clabough Foundation has allowed BRRLT to pro­ ceed quickly with easement work, paying our contractors promptly, and avoiding the intermittent cash-flow crises that often plague small non­ profits. This line of credit has been used to expedite no less than 19 conservation ease­ ment projects since 2005, in­ volving about 2100 acres." • Carole Spainhour, trustee of the Helen M. Clabough Help 'Stamp Out Hunger' with the Post Office by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Help "Stamp Out Hunger" this weekend with a donation of food to your local post office or placed by your rural mail­ box for carrier pickup. Saturday, May 12 has been designated for the 2007 Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive, sponsored by the U.S. Postal Service and National Association of Letter Carri­ ers, Campbell's, America's Second Harvest, Cox Target Media, local United Ways, and the AFL-CIO Commu­ nity Services Network. According to information from the U.S. Postal Service about this annual food drive, an estimated 35 million peo­ ple are at risk of hunger in America, including 12 mil­ lion children. Since 1993, the Postal Service and the NALC have partnered on this cam­ paign to stamp out hunger. It has grown to become the world's largest single-day food drive, collecting more than three-quarters of a bil­ lion pounds of food since its inception. Letter carriers and post offices will be collecting nonperishable food items such as canned meat and fish, canned soup, juice, pasta, vegetables, cereal and rice to help fami­ lies in need in the local com­ munity. All items collected in Ashe County will be do­ nated to local food banks or pantries. Please do not leave items that have expired in date or are packaged in glass jars. West Jefferson Postmaster Drew Martin offers some tips for the donations. "Please don't leave food items piled up at the base of your mailbox," Martin asks. "Hang them in a bag from the front of the mailbox or place them inside the mailbox if they will fit and leave the flag up. It is safer for our carriers if they don't have to get out of their vehicles. If you want to donate a lot of food, please feel free to bring it to any of our county post offices." they seem to hate each other. Now, CBS has asked them to get back together for a TV special. "The show is full of typical vaudeville one liners and plenty of pathos," empha­ sized director Jim Williams. Charitable Foundation, said "The Clabough Foundation is glad to be able to support BRRLT's efforts in farmland protection in this manner. We think it quite important that the process of conservation easement donation be made as simple and easy as pos­ sible for both landowners and the land trust." Currently, Blue Ridge Ru­ ral Land Trust is working on the protection through conservation easement of 11 separate properties total­ ing no less than 2,925 acres throughout the service area. Blue Ridge Rural Land Trust works to "Preserve Ru­ ral Communities and Culture in Northwestern North Caro­ lina through the Protection of the Land Resource Upon Which They Depend." BRRLT is a private, non-governmen­ tal, non-profit corporation whose mission is to assist landowners in the protection of their property, primarily through conservation ease­ ments. BRRLT practices grass-roots conservation, being primarily landowner driven in its approach to land protection. Since it's founding in 1997, BRRLT has protect­ ed over 6,500 acres in Ashe, Alleghany, Avery, Wilkes, Mitchell, Yancey and Watau­ ga counties. For more information about Blue Ridge Rural Land Trust, conservation ease­ ments, and rural land preser­ vation in northwestern North Carolina, please contact Blue Ridge Rural Land Trust, P.O. Box 2557, Boone, N.C. 28607, phone 336-359-2909, email info@brrlt.org, or visit 'the website at www.brrlt.org. Photo courtesy of Juanita Dancy Patty Greene and her 3-year-old granddaughter Emily Huskins of Lansing are sharing a special gift with those less fortunate. They have donated their hair to Locks of Love to help children. Patty donated 24-inches of her hair while Em­ ily donated a 12-inch braid. Their stylist, Juanita Dancy at Cutters Edge, said they have beautiful hair perfect for do­ nating. Patty said she had not had a haircut since 2001 and this was Emily's first haircut. Learn more about the Locks of Love program at www.locksoflove.org. Locks of Love is a public non-profit organization that provides hairpieces to financially disadvantaged children under age 18 suffering from long-term medical hair loss from any diagnosis. The organization meets a unique need for children by using do­ nated hair to create the highest quality hair prosthetics. Most of the children helped by Locks of Love have lost their hair due to a medical condition called alopecia areata, which has no known cause or cure. The prostheses help to restore their self-esteem and their confidence, enabling them to face the world and their peers. Writers appear at Skyland Books this Saturday Alice and Ambrose Dud­ ley of Raleigh and West Jef­ ferson faced back-to-back medical crises a few years ago and have written a book about their experiences. They will be at Skyland Books and Gifts in downtown West Jef­ ferson on Saturday, May 12 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to sign their book, "The Lov­ ing Caregiver." Alice was the caregiver for Ambrose after he was diagnosed with cancer and underwent a stem cell trans­ plant. Then, two years later, Ambrose was the caregiver for Alice after she suffered a severe brain injury in a traffic accident. She was in a coma for nearly three weeks and underwent daily therapy for more than a year. The book focuses on how they handled the crises with love, understanding and care, and how they were comforted and sustained by a circle of care from family and friends. Ambrose is the former head of Associated Press in North Carolina and Alice is a retired educator. Give a little "We don't normally ask people to hang things on their mailboxes or put things inside them, but with this project it is safer and easier for the ru­ ral carriers," Martin said."We are glad to accept donations and proud to be a part of this project, but we welcome any effort to help us make the col­ lection safer for our carriers." Place the food items at your rural mailbox before the letter carrier is due to arrive, or bring them to a post of­ fice during regular business hours. For more information, go online to www.helpstampouthunger.com or call your local -5 -•'M when we call? • A Blue Ridge Electric representative may - be calling soon to tell you about Operation i Round Up. By allowing us to round up your monthly electric bill, you can keep a needy I neighbor warm, feed a family or give a coat to a child. /l\om Out /Hotkets Sunday /Kay 1 3 Membership matters By joining Operation Round Up you'll be allowing us to round up your electric bill to the next dollar. Your contribution will average just 50 cents per month but when added to ttie thousands of other members who have already joined Operation Round Up, you could help raise more than $50,000 a year. These funds will be used exclusvely to help those who live in our service area. fA YES! Round Me Up! Free Double Chocolate Chip Cake with Purchase of 12 Piece Meal or Larger Sample Electric bill = $93.55 Round up to $94.00 Donation = 45c To join, say yes when we call. Or call or visit your local Blue Ridge Electric office or online at www.BlueRidgeEMC.com Y«mi TImk hifontr Energy Parmer 51 Beaver Creek School Road West Jefferson, NC Designed to expand and replace the successful BREMCare pn funds stay In the communities we serve. The Blue Ridge Elect Foundation, led try your Cooperative's Boaid ol Directors and i a local Membership Advisory Committee of volunteers, dispen to Individuals In need and locally managed organizations and thai northwest North Cai agencies throughout the Blue Ridge Electric Service area oflr goal of improving tlw quality ol lite in BLUERiVGE electric nxmnxberahlp corp. �FRIDAY, MAY 11, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 11A COMMUNITY NEWS Night of the Spoken Word at Ashe Arts Center The Night of the Spoken Word will be presented at the Ashe Arts Center at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 12. The writers will be sharing their favorite selections of original poetry and prose with the au­ dience. The subject of the readings will be everything from ex­ ploring human relationships to the glory of nature. The Night of the Spoken Word will feature: Dr. Susanne Geist Black, Dr. Doug Butler, Mickeal Goss, Annehart Herrick, Scot Pope, Sam Shumate and Julie Townsend. Dr. Susanne Geist Black will be sharing selections of her original poetry. Dr. Black has written since she was a teenager and continues to write touching and thought provoking poetry about expe­ riences in her life. Dr. Doug Butler will be reading ex­ cerpts from his book "A Walk Atop America". The book, scheduled for release in Sep­ tember, is based on travel dia­ ries and experiences of hiking the highest summits in each of the 50 states. Mikeal Goss, a former editor of the local newspaper, will be reading his "rhymed" poetry. Annehart Herrick will be sharing her narrative poetry about na­ ture, the mountains and far away places. Scot Pope will share his poems about the relationships a person has with the natural world, fam­ ily and the commonplace. Pope will also pay tribute to Juanita Tobin by reading se- 'Little Miss' gives big at animal shelter lections of her poetry. Ms. To­ bin was a past participant of the Night of the Spoken and a prolific poetess. Sam Shu­ mate will read excerpts from his recently published book "The Bridge Crew". The book is recollections of growing up in the Blue Ridge Mountains in the 1940's and 1950's. Julie Townsend teaches at UNCCharlotte, lives in Ashe Coun­ ty part-time and has pub- 2000 Chevy Blazer D9586A 1999 Chevy Tahoe C8759A $8,888 P3159A $7,988 Hillsville's Downtown Celebration The town of historic Hillsville, Va. proudly announces the schedule for its popu­ lar "Downtown Celebration 2007" summer music series. These events continue to grow in popularity and are quickly becoming a local tradition as Hillsville continues its efforts to promote and grow its his­ toric district as well as the en­ tire town. This year's concerts will all be on Saturday and each will also incorporate a classic care cruise on Main Street. The tentative schedule for the summer of 2007 is Saturday, June 16 - Showtime Band along with Jim Quick and Coast line, July 28 will fea­ ture the ever popular Embers, and on August 18 the town will again welcome the Craig Woolard Band. All events will begin around 5 p.m. with the closing of Main Street to allow the "cruise in" participants to begin parking. Music will begin around 5:30 p.m. each night. As always, food, beverages and children's activities will be available. Come and ei\joy an evening of cars, music, fun and fellowship in downtwown historic Hillsville. Local educator attends NCCAT seminar Cullowhee—Ashley D. Brown of Westwood Elementary School recently attended a support semi­ nar for teachers pursuing certi­ fication from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards, held at the North Carolina Cen­ ter for the Advancement of Teaching. Brown attended the seminar as a Gold­ en LEAF scholar through an award to NCCAT from Golden LEAF Inc. of Rocky Mount. NCCAT provides residen­ nccat tial seminars in the art, sci­ ences, humanities and tech­ nology for pre-kindergarten through twelfth-grade public school teachers. The semi­ nars are offered on a yearround basis at no cost to par­ ticipating teachers. They are designed to renew teachers' vitality for teaching and to equip them with new knowl­ edge for the classroom. Mary McDuffie is center director. More information about NC­ CAT seminars is available by calling 828-293-5202, toll free at 800-922-0482 or on­ line at www.nccat.org. Empire Chrysler Jeep Dodge^ 1996 Dodge 1500 "Little Miss" Monica Church visited the Ashe County Humane Society on Saturday to bring a donation of money and lots of great pet toys. She raised the mon­ ey by helping her mom and dad with chores and then so graciously presented it to help the animals of Ashe County. The ACHS operated solely on donations to help pets find good homes and to have mature pets spayed and neu­ tered to prevent unwanted pregnancies.Therefore, with­ out the charity of kind people like Monica, we would not be able to provide these servic­ es. Thank you Monica! lished several short stories. Ms. Townsend will be reading an original short story for the Night of the Spoken Word. Words, Words, Words... we hear, see and speak them ev­ eryday but it takes a special person of talent to combine words in such a way that they inspire us, encourage us, and make us think. Come, relax and listen to words, words and words at the Night of the Spoken Word. Refreshments will be available and admis­ sion is free. 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If you are longing for that daysgone-by visitation of the power and presence of God, please consider this your open invita­ tion to be our honored guest. So make plans now to attend. The church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd., just off Highway 16, across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. If you have questions or need directions, call the church at (336)982-4840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743. The Ashe County Democratic Headquarters will be open each Friday at 1 p.m. They will be serving a FREE pinto bean dinner from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. They invite everyone to come by and visit. 9 a.m. -1 p.m.: Senior Center Health Fair at Ashe Services for Aging, Inc. Senior Sentor, 180 Chatty Rob Lane, West Jefferson, N.C. 28694. The Health Department, Hearing Specialists, Best Value Hearing, and UltraSreen will be doing testing until 5 p.m. Cholesterol and Blood sugar testing will also be provided. Do not eat breakfast. Cost is $5. For more 8 a.m. • 2 p.m.: Yardsale at information call Louise Caudill Midway Baptist Church, at 246-4347. across from Wal-Mart. Hot 4:30 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.: Rabies Dogs, Chips and baked goods. clinic at 221 Grocery in Deep All proceeds donated to the Gap: Rabies clinics for Ashe church. County. NC law requires that all Noon - 4 p.m.: The Alleghany dogs and cats over 3 months Animal Shelter and the Twin of age be vaccinated every 3 Oaks General Store are host­ years after 2 yearly vaccina­ ing an Adopt-a-Thon from tions have been given. The fee noon-4 p.m. at the Twin Oaks will be $6 per animal during General Store in Sparta! Join this clinic. Your cooperation in us for music from WCOK, free this public health program is finger foods, and bargains appreciated. galore in a huge yard sale! 5 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.: Rabies Meet our adoptable animals clinic at Fleetwood River Rd. and go home with a new friend! at Hwy 221: Rabies clinics for Call Robyn with any ques­ Ashe County. NC law requires tions or to volunteer at 363that all dogs and cats over 3 9187. The Alleghany Animal months of age be vaccinated Shelter URGENTLY needs dry every 3 years after 2 yearly puppy chow and clay cat litter! vaccinations have been given., Donations can be dropped off The fee will be $6 per animal at the shelter at 2970 Hwy. 21 during this clinic. Your coop­ in Sparta, NC. Call Robyn to eration in this public health pro­ arrange a bulk pick-up at 363gram is appreciated. 9187. 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.: The Riverview 7 p.m.: Warrensville Volunteer Lions club is having a spa­ Fire Department will be spon­ ghetti supper at Riverview soring a Blue Grass concert Community Center in featuring "Rock Bottom" Creston, serving spaghetti, at Blue Ridge Elementary salad, garlic bread, deserts, School. Tickets are on sale and sweet tea for a $6 dona­ now at Warrensville Drug Store, tion. The money from this fund Summit STEP Program, or raiser will go towards a $500 you may contact any momenscholarship to a 6th grader of ber of the Warrensville Fire the DARE program, at Blue Department to purchase your Ridge Elementary School. tickets. Cost is $8 for Adults Come out and enjoy good food $4 for children 3-12. Children 3 and help us award this scholar­ and under -Free. Call 384-4556 ship. This will be our eighth year or 384-4318 for more informa­ of helping this good program tion or to purchase tickets. and we can't do it without the 7:30 pm: Revival at Shiloh help of others. The Riverview Baptist Church in Grassy Lions Club would like to thank Creek, NC with Lloyd Day everyone for their support. as visiting evangelist. Pastor 5:30 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.: Rabies Warner Eller welcomes every­ clinic at Herbert's Grocery one. in Baldwin: Rabies clinics for Saturday May 12 Ashe County. NC law requires that all dogs and cats over 3 months of age be vaccinated every 3 years after 2 yearly vaccinations have been given. The fee will be $6 per animal during this clinic. Your coop­ eration in this public health pro­ gram is appreciated. 7 p.m.: Grass Creek Baptist Church is having revival ser­ vices from May 7 thru May 11. Guest speaker is Larry Powers. Special singing will be held nightly. Pastor Johnny Huffman invites everyone to attend. 7:30 pm: Revival at Shiloh Baptist Church in Grassy Creek, NC with Lloyd Day as visiting evangelist. Pastor Warner Eller welcomes every­ one. 7:30 p.m.: Revival services will be held at the Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Glendale Springs, May 7-11 at 7:30 p.m. nightly. The guest speaker is Evangelist David Cook of Naoma, WV. Prepare to be moved and challenged by God through the anoint­ ed singing and preaching of His Word. The singing will be lively and the preaching will Sunday May 13 2 p.m.: Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for direc­ tions 4 p.m.: The Ashe Pregnancy Care Center will conclude its major spring fund drive with a Mother's Day memo­ rial service at Bald Mountain Cemetery. For more informa­ tion or to contribute to the Ashe Pregnancy Care Center, please call 846-4100. Sponsorships for this important event are avail­ able. 7 p.m.: Revival at Beaver Creek Baptist Church. The guest speaker will be Rev. Russell Sheet. There will be special singing each night. Everyone is welcome to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Temple Baptist Church, Sunday Night. Rev. Harlen Greer will be the guest speaker. Special singing each evening. The pas­ tor, Rev. Glenn Woodie, and congregation invite everyone to attend. 7:30 pm: Revival at Shiloh Baptist Church in Grassy Creek, NC with Lloyd Day as visiting evangelist. Pastor Warner Eller welcomes every­ one. Monday May 14 4:30 p.m. - 4:45 p.m Rabies . clinic at Big Laurel Rd. at Hwy 88W 5 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.: Rabies clinic at Clifton Grocery at Clifton 5:45 p.m. - 6 p.m.: Rabies clinic at Warrensville Post Office: Rabies clinic at 221 Grocery in Deep Gap: Rabies clinics for Ashe County. NC law requires that all dogs and cats over 3 months of age be vac­ cinated every 3 years after 2 yearly vaccinations have been given. The fee will be $6 per animal during this clinic. Your cooperation in this public health program is appreciated. 5:30 p.m.: The next meet­ ing for the American Cancer Society Relay for Life is at 5:30 p.m. for Team Captains and 6:30 p.m. for Committee members at Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church. This is a very IMPORTANT meeting (only 2 months to Relay) and we hope everyone will attend! 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Garden Club meets the sec­ ond Monday of each month at 6 p.m. The May meeting on May 14 will be at the home of a member and a demonstration of container gardening will be given. A covered dish dinner will be served. Members are asked to bring a favorite dish. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 8773299. , 6:30 p.m.: Historical Society Meeting.The Board of Directors and officers of the Ashe County Historical Society will hold its May meeting at the tempo­ rary Ashe County Historical Museum, across the street from the 1904 Ashe County Courthouse in Jefferson 6:30 p.m.: The Disabled American Veterans and Auxiliary will have their monthly meeting at the VFW building on Ashe Park Rd. in Jefferson. 7 p.m.: Revival at Clifton Baptist Church. Rev. Zane Tester will be the visiting min­ ister. Pastor Mack Arnold, Jr. and the congregation invite all to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Peace Haven Community Church. Rev. Sonny Thomas will be speaking. Pastor Bill Miller and congregation invite everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Beaver Creek Baptist Church. The guest speaker will be Rev. Russell Sheets. There will be special singing each night. Everyone is welcome to attend. • I Hour Euopean Facial • I Hour Swedish Massage • Manicure & Spa Pedicure • Shampoo & Style f otal Relaxation T^ Approximately } f"1our» Ak Just Re!ax! • I Hour Swedish Massage • Pebble Pedicure & Manicure Total Relaxation f ime: Approximately 2 1/2 Hours Cutter's Cdge Wednesday May 16 Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will be offer­ ing four LAH Continuing Education classes for Insurance Agents on May 15 & 16. Registration fee for the classes will be $55. Agents may earn up to 12 hours of continu­ ing education credit. Classes will be held on the Wilkes Campus. Pre Registration is requested. To pre-register or for further information, please contact Phyllis VanHoy at 336838-6166 or Dena Wiles at 336-838-6210 10 a.m.: Both committees of the High Country RPO will hold meetings on Wednesday, May 16 at the High Country Council of Governments building located at 719A Greenway Road, Boone, N.C. 28670. The Rural Transporation Coordinating Committee (RTCC) will meet at 10 a.m. and the Rural Transportation Advisory Committee (RTAC) will meet at 2 p.m. Both meet­ ings are open to the public. 4:30 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.: Rabies clinic at New River Fire Department 5 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.: Rabies clinic at New River Store in Scottsville 5:30 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.: Rabies clinic at Nathan's Creek General Store: Rabies clin­ ics for Ashe County. NC law requires that all dogs and cats over 3 months of age be vac­ cinated every 3 years after 2 yearly vaccinations have been given. The fee will be $6 per ' animal during this clinic. Your cooperation in this public health program is appreciated. 7 p.m.: Revival at Clifton Baptist Church. Rev. Zane Tester will be the visiting min­ ister. Pastor Mack Arnold, Jr. and the congregation invite all to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Peace Haven Community Church. Rev. Sonny Thomas will be speaking. Pastor Bill Miller and congregation invite everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Beaver Creek Baptist Church. The guest speaker will be Rev. Turning • I Hour Euopean Facial Thursday May 17 7:30 a.m.: Cholesterol Screening at Mt. Hearts. Participants should fast 12 hours prior to test, but may drink water. Cost is $15. Appointments are necessary. Call to schedule at 846-0744. 9 a.m.: Ashe County High School is pleased to invite you and your family to the Senior Awards Ceremony in the High School Auditorium. Recognition will be given to seniors for college scholar­ ships, honor graduates, N.C. Scholars, academic achieve­ ments and many other awards. I have asked that Seniors please report all of their awards and scholarships that they have been offered or are accepting to Tara Miller (School Councelor) by May 7. This is an exciting time for seniors and their parents! II a.m. - 4 p.m.: Blood Drive at the National Guard Armory, 1147 Old Highway 16, Jefferson. (Drive sponsored by the Ashe County Red Cross). Donors may register to win a "Disney Trip" Walk-ins wel­ come! Please bring a photo I.D. 1-800-GIVE LIFE 4:30 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.: Rabies clinic at Peak Creek Ruritan Bid. in Laurel Springs 5:15 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.: Rabies clinic at Glendale Springs Fire Dept. 5:45 p.m. - 6 p.m.: Rabies clinic at 163 Station at Ashe Lake Rd. ' 6:15 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.: Rabies clinic at Noblett's Store in Beaver Creek: Rabies clin­ ics for Ashe County. NC law requires that all dogs and cats over 3 months of age be vaccontlnued on page 13A New • Veter< to Medicare due to disability • And more! On Medicare and looking for a medical plan Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will be offer­ ing four LAH Continuing Education classes for Insurance Agents on May 15 & 16. Registration fee for the classes will be $55. Agents may earn up to 12 hours of continu­ ing education credit. Classes will be held on the Wilkes Campus. Pre Registration is requested. To pre-register or for further information, please contact Phyllis VanHoy at 336838-6166 or Dena Wiles at 336-838-6210 The Whole She-bang! Russell Sheet. There will be special singing each night. Everyone is welcome to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Big Laurel Christian Union Church will be holding a revival beginning on May 16 and running through May 19. Rev. Roger Blevins will be speaking. Everyone is wel­ come. Please call 385-3054 or 384-4718 for more information. Our Medicare Advantage plans won't take a bite out of your wallet! Tuesday May 15 f amper f ackages at Jlic Cutter's £jJge! Cjir 'ELr Done! 4:30 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.: Rabies clinic at Helton Community Center 5 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.: Rabies clinic at Lansing Fire Department 5: 45 p.m. - 6 p.m.: Rabies clinic at Blevins Chair Plant on Deep Ford Road: Rabies clinic at 221 Grocery in Deep Gap: Rabies clinics for Ashe County. NC law requires that all dogs and cats over 3 months of age be vaccinated every 3 years after 2 yearly vaccina­ tions have been given. The fee will be $6 per animal during this clinic. Your cooperation in this public health program is appreciated. 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.: Skate Zone Freedom Night. Free Skating for Everyone! 5:30 p.m.: CHATs Quarterly Meeting at Smokey Mt. Barbecue. Learn about local resources, such as: Ashe Outreach Ministries and the Ashe County Free Medical Clinic. Dinner is provided. RSVP by May 10 to Nancy Kautz, 846-0781. 6 p.m.: The New River Behavioral Healthcare Consumer and Family Advisory Committee will be meeting at the New River Behavioral HealthCare Outpatient Treatment Center at 1430 Willow Lane, Westpark C61-2, North Wilkesboro, N.C. For more information, call the Consumer and Family Advisory Committe Liasion at 828-2649007. 7 p.m.: Revival at Clifton Baptist Church. Rev. Zane Tester will be the visiting min­ ister. Pastor Mack Arnold, Jr. and the congregation invite all to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Peace Haven Community Church. Rev. Sonny Thomas will be speaking. Pastor Bill Miller and congregation invite everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Beaver Creek Baptist Church. The guest speaker will be Rev. Russell Sheet. There will be special singing each night. Everyone is welcome to attend. Call Today! 1-800-382-1915 TTY/TDD 1-888-451-9957 7 days a week 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 15, 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 16, 11:30 a.m. Yadkin Valley Seafood 6408 Service Rd. Yadkinville (421 North) Fire Mountain 1917 US Hwy. 421 Business Wilkesboro (near Walmart) Wednesday, May 23, 11:30 a.m. • I Hour Swedish Massage Prime Sirloin 1018 Rockford St. Mt. Airy (Hwy. 52 to 601) • Pebble Pedicure & Manicure Total Relaxation T Approximately + Hours PARTNERS^ Yamper Me Quick.! Medicare • 30 Minute Swedish Massage • Pedicure/Manicure #Call Total Relaxation Time: Approximately 2 Hours Downtown West Jefferson For an appointment call 336-246-4251 Pamper packages will be scheduled to Jit into your life! us to see if you qualify for a special election period. A sales representative will be present to answer questions and help with applications. There is no obligation to enroll. If you need accommodations for persons with special needs, please let us know. Benefits, premium and/or copayments/coinsurance may change on January 1,2008. Please contact PARTNERS for details. PARTNERS National Health Plans of North Carolina, Inc. is an HMO with a Medicare contract.TM Mark of PARTNERS National Health Plans of North Carolina, Inc. H3449J643,3/8/07 H3404I3643.3/8/07 ' u4225,3/07 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MAY 11, 2007 PAGE13A COMMUNITY EVENTS Summit STEP Program seeks perennial donations for plant sale continued from page 12A cinated every 3 years after 2 yearly vaccinations have been given. The fee will be $6 per animal during this clinic. Your cooperation in this public health program is appreciated. 7 p.m.: Revival at Clifton Baptist Church. Rev. Zane Tester will be the visiting min­ ister. Pastor Mack Arnold, Jr. and the congregation invite all to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Peace Haven Community Church. Rev. Sonny Thomas will be speaking. Pastor Bill Miller and congregation invite everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Beaver Creek Baptist Church. The guest speaker will be Rev. Russell Sheet. There will be special singing each night. Everyone is welcome to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Big Laurel Christian Union Church will be holding a revival beginning on May 16 and running through May 19. Rev. Roger Blevins will be speaking. Everyone is wel­ come. Please call 385-3054 or 384-4718 for more information. Friday May 18 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.: Family Caregiver Support group meeting at Ashe Services for Aging. 3 p.m.- 4:30 p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central. This is an opportu­ nity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. 4:30 -4:45 p.m.: Rabies clinic at Milam's Store in Threetop 5 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.: Rabies clinic at Knox Knitting Mill in Creston 5:30 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.: Rabies clinic at Stevens Store in Sutherland: Rabies clinics for Ashe County. NC law requires that all dogs and cats over 3 months of age be vaccinated every 3 years after 2 yearly vaccinations have been given. The fee will be $6 per animal during this clinic. Your coop­ eration in this public health pro­ gram is appreciated. 7 p.m.: Revival at Clifton Baptist Church. Rev. Zane Tester will be the visiting min­ ister. Pastor Mack Arnold, Jr. and the congregation invite all to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Peace Haven Community Church. Rev. Sonny Thomas will be speaking. Pastor Bill Miller and congregation invite everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Beaver Creek Baptist Church. The guest speaker will be Rev. Russell Sheet. There will be special singing each night. Everyone is welcome to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Big Laurel Christian Union Church will be holding a revival beginning on May 16 and running through May 19. Rev. Roger Blevins will be speaking. Everyone is wel­ come. Please call 385-3054 or 384-4718 for more information. Saturday May 19 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will be offering Tanning Facility Operator training at the Wilkes Campus. Registration costs for the class will be $50. Pre-registration is required. To pre-register con­ tact Phyllis VanHoy or Dena Wiles at (336)838-6166 or (336) 838-6210 8:30 a.m.: Annual Heart Walk for the Ashe Heart Association at the Old Jefferson Court House. There is still time to receive materi­ als and form a team. Call Judi Leek at 846-1109. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Canoe Classes:This class is for peo­ ple of all ages. You will learn how to steer a canoe, the art of traveling backwards when steering doesn't work, and the skill to work with a partner no matter which way the water pushes your boat! Start at the ASU pool and travel to area lakes and rivers. Fee: $200 What is included: All paddling equipment, transportation by ASU van, lunch each day, and instruction by senior instructors from Outdoor Programs at ASU. This program is sponsored by the Office of Conferences and Institutes at ASU. Pre-regis­ tration is required. Email reddickct@appstate.edu for sign up information, or call 828-2622530. The registration deadline is Monday, May 7th. 9 a.m.: Mt. Jefferson State Park: Mt. Jefferson Bird Walk Meet at the Picnic Shelter. If you think "Neotropical" is a Caribbean 3-flavor ice cream, then you need to join a ranger on the Rhododendron Trail in search of the colorful migrant birds that travel all the way from Central and South America to Mount Jefferson each Spring. We'll search for the true neo­ tropical warblers, vireos, and tanagers, and maybe even a cuckoo or two along the way. Wear sturdy shoes and meet at the Picnic Shelter. 10 a.m.: At the Green Valley Park, on the New River and Big Hill Road, between Todd and the Green Valley School, bands will perform from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., including the Forget-Me-Nots, Crookneck Squashers, Worthless SonIn-Laws, Wolfe Bros., Dollar Brothers, Amantha Mill, and Melissa Reaves. Other attrac­ tions are arts and crafts ven­ dors, kid's activities and games, an AirWalk, and food. Admission is free and open to all. Proceeds benefit 2 local nonprofit organizations: Green Valley Park and Mountain Pathways School. The festival runs from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For more information call Mountain Pathways School at 828-262-5787. 1 p.m.: Ashe County Health Dept. will be hosting the Great Strides walk-a-thon to raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. We will be walking 10 kilometers. Please stop by the Ashe Co Health Dept and sponsor your favorite Health Dept. sweet­ heart to help raise money for a good cause. If you have any questions please call Lisa at Ashe Co. Health Dept. at 2469449. 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.: Hotdog Supper at the Lansing Fire Department. Hotdogs, Sides, Drinks and Dessert. All pro­ ceeds will be donated to Girl Scout Troop #559 for their 2008 Savannah Trip. 5:30 p.m.: Fish Fry at New River Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department. $7 gets you: Fish, Hushpuppies, Fries, Slaw, Drink and Dessert 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.: This year's annual "Wine Down" at the Foothills Arts Council In Elkin following the Yadkin Valley Wine Festival. This is one of the Arts Council's big­ gest fundraisers of the year and promises to be one of the most fun events of the Arts Council calendar. Come see all your friends at the best party in Elkin and enjoy food, dancing, wine from local vineyards, their annual shutter auction, a splitthe-pot-drawing, a frozen coffee drink bar by Snickerdoodles, award-winning photography on exhibit from this year's "Images" show and music this year by Memphis Jake and the Blues Biscuits. Tickets are $25 and are available by calling the Arts Council at 835-2025 or at the door. This year the Arts Council is operating the "Art Trolley" for a minimal fee to users to and from area hotels, from area parking lots and at the High School to get folks to and from the Wine Festival and Wine Down. The trolley will offer stops at various places of interest in town, including the "Grand Opening" of the Yadkin Valley Craft Guild, the Peace Poster exhibit and other spe­ cialty shops. Please contact the Foothills Arts Council if you have questions or if you would like to volunteer at 336-8352025. 7 p.m.: Revival at Beaver Creek Baptist Church. The guest speaker will be Rev. Russell Sheet. There will be special singing each night. Everyone is welcome to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Big Laurel Christian Union Church will be holding a revival beginning on May 16 and running through May 19. Rev. Roger Blevins will be speaking. Everyone is wel­ come. Please call 385-3054 or 384-4718 for more information. Sunday May 20 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Canoe Classes:This class is for peo­ ple of all ages. You will learn how to steer a canoe, the art of traveling backwards when steering doesn't work, and the skill to work with a partner no matter which way the water pushes your boat! Start at the ASU pool and travel to area lakes and rivers. Fee: $200 What is included: All paddling equipment, transportation by ASU van, lunch each day, and instruction by senior instructors from Outdoor Programs at ASU. This program is sponsored by the Office of Conferences and Institutes at ASU. Pre-regis­ tration is required. Email reddickct@appstate.edu for sign up information, or call 828-2622530. The registration deadline is Monday, May 7th. 7 p.m.: North Beaver Baptist Church Revival Services will be held Sunday, May 20 thru Wednesday May 23.The guest speaker will be Rev. Chris Goodman and there will be special singing nightly North Beaver Baptist Church, Hwy 163, West Jefferson, NC and pastor Rev. Rick Miller invites you to these events. Monday May 21 Noon - 3 Community Continuing p.m.: Wilkes College's Education Department will be offer­ ing two internet classes during the summer semes­ ter. Classes will be held on Mondays, May 21 thru July 16 and Thursdays. May 24 July 12, from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Registration fees will be $60 per 24 hour class. For more information, please contact Dena Wiles at (336) 838-6210. 6:30 p.m.: The V.F.W. will have thier monthly meeting at the Hut on Ashe Park Rd. in Jefferson. 7 p.m.: North Beaver Baptist Church Revival Services will be held Sunday, May 20 thru Wednesday May 23.The guest speaker will be Rev. Chris Goodman and there will be special singing nightly North Beaver Baptist Church, Hwy 163, West Jefferson, NC and pastor Rev. Rick Miller invites you to these events. Tuesday May 22 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.: Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will be offer­ ing Beginning Guitar class. Classes will be held on Tuesdays, May 22-July 31. Registration fees will be $70. For more information, please contact Wesley Poplin at 336838-6207. 7 p.m.: North Beaver Baptist Church Revival Services will be held Sunday, May 20 thru Wednesday May 23.The guest speaker will be Rev. Chris Goodman and there will be special singing nightly North Beaver Baptist Church, Hwy 163, West Jefferson, NC and pastor Rev. Rick Miller invites you to these events. 7 p.m.: Session III, 2007— Childbirth/Newborn Care Classes begins. The classes will be held at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Call early to register. 846-0734. cialists from the Children's Developmental Service Agency of the Blue Ridge, will be avail­ able to screen children birth thru age 2. This screening will consist of a parent interview, playing and interacting with the child. The infant/toddler screenings will be available for children in the Mountain View, Westwood and blue Ridge Districts. Blue Ridge District will ONLY be for infant/toddler screenings. Family Support Network of the High Country will be available to provide infor­ mation or answer questions. If you have questions or want to schedule an appointment, please call Jeanette Herman or Shawn Horton at 982-4754. Summit Support Services STEP Program is planning their annual plant sale. We are seeking donations of peren­ nials. If you have any plants to share please call 846-5678 Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Ashe County Democratic Headquarters will be open each Friday at 1 p.m. They will be serving a FREE pinto bean dinner from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. They invite everyone to come by and visit. 8:30 - 9:30 p.m.:Mt. Jefferson State Park: Night On the Mountain (Star Watch). Meet at first Overlook Enjoy an eve­ ning of astronomy, animal sto­ ries and other fun night time activities including a short video about meteors. Bring a chair or a blanket so you can sit back and relax. of traveling backwards when steering doesn't work, and the skill to work with a partner no matter which way the water pushes your boat! Start at the ASU pool and travel to area lakes and rivers. Fee: $200 What is included: All paddling equipment, transportation by ASU van, lunch each day. and instruction by senior instructors from Outdoor Programs at ASU. This program is sponsored by the Office of Conferences and Institutes at ASU. Pre-regis­ tration is required. Email reddickct@appstate.edu for sign up information, or call 828-2622530. The registration deadline is Monday. May 7th. 10 a.m.: Mt Jefferson State Park: Nest Quest: Meet at the Picnic Shelter. Be it a cup, a gourd, a box, a tree, a rock ledge, or just a depression in the ground, birds use a vari­ ety of means to raise a fam­ ily each year. Join a ranger on the Rhododendron Trail as we search for a variety of nests and explore some amaz­ ing strategies that birds use to feed and protect their young. Be sure to wear sturdy shoes as we begin our trek from the Picnic Shelter. Sunday May 27 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Canoe Classes:This class is for peo­ ple of all ages. You will learn how to steer a canoe, the art of traveling backwards when steering doesn't work, and the skill to work with a partner no matter which way the water pushes your boat! Start at the ASU pool and travel to area Lansing Fire Department lakes and rivers. Fee: $200 Music and Rubber Duck Race What is included: All paddling has been moved back to Sat. equipment, transportation by May 26, Memorial Day week­ ASU van, lunch each day, and end. Vendors are Needed! For instruction by senior instructors more Information call Everett from Outdoor Programs at ASU. Adams 384-3456 or Shirley This program is sponsored by the Office of Conferences and Farmer 384-2907. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Canoe Institutes at ASU. Pre-regisClasses-.This class is for peo­ tration is required. Email redple of all ages. You will learn dickct@appstate.edu for sign Summit Support Services how to steer a canoe, the art continued on page 14A STEP Program is planning their annual plant sale. We are seeking donations of peren­ nials. If you have any plants JLooh ivho $ 2 ^Afoaahif! to share please call 846-5678 Monday through Friday 8 a.m. jKaif 14, 2007 ' to 2 p.m. Saturday May 26 Thursday May 24 Friday May 25 I The child find committee of the Ashe Local Interagency Coordinating Council is offer­ ing infant/toddler screen­ ings in conjunction with Ashe County Schools' PreK screenings. The screen­ ings will be held at The Early Learning Center (formerly West Jefferson Elementary School). A team of infant/toddler spe­ JSitt/i^aTf I das$i2ij _ ftliMet JOe Jlooe. ^Jou JlittHe <§-Ltl! St saltan?pa S ^4tan?ma o t o o ba a , f n s iAe, 1if czrf-nmxal 23anc£ Camfi ONE WEEK - ONE CHANCE TO LEARN BALLET • JAZZ • TAP • HIP HOP • CHEERLEADING • TUMBLING JUNE 11TH -15"' FROM 9AM TO 12 NOON ANYONE AGES 8 AND UP To sign up call: April at 336-846-1545for more information and leave a message Summer classes will also start June 11th, 2007 ASD Dance Studio • 926 US Hwy 221 • West Jefferson, NC BRAND JEWELRY an WM44art Snrtxwig C««w Vmrntvo NC Emm dWnngewlkee rwt • m ttwdiamondkjne com 1 -336-667-2257 • 1-888-591 -3174 l A*A WAY NfWVf Masons Thank Supporters FREE CHECKING WITH FREE FOLDING The Master (Marion Miller) and members of Ashe Lodge extend their gratitude to all those who attended the "Hoe Down" at Mountain 20lh. Jamboree Friday April The event was a resounding success to which all who attended can attest. Also, a special thank you goes to Ann Paisley for her hard work in the kitchen. TRAVEL CHAIR The money raised by this event will help towards funding various charitable endeavors such as scholarships for high school students and a summer outing for the children of the Masonic Home for Children. Due to the support the event received, the lodge is considering holding West Jefferson 1055 Mt. Jefferson Road 246-9700 dWorthwestern Bank www.NwestemBank.com another "Hoe Down" in the fall. Member FDIC ' �PAGE14A FRIDAY, MAY 11, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Al-Anon moves weekly meetings to Wednesdays at noon continued from page 13A up information, or call 828-2622530. The registration deadline is Monday, May 7th. 2 p.m.: Mt. Jefferson State Park: Hike Into History. Meet at the Picnic Shelter Explore Mount Jefferson with a Ranger as participants take in the view, and learn about the storied past of the surrounding area. Participants will hike to Luther Rock as they learn about his­ toric events and the natural world. This free program is weather dependent. Please dress appropriately for hiking. For those who are interested in searching deep enough we are offering to host a "Basic Life Seminar" in our home. This will require a commitment of one night a week for two to three hours a session for eight weeks. There will be no cost. Refreshments will be available. Work books are provided. If you are interested or would like more information, you may call: Dale or Arma at: 336-385-6129 or 336-877-7835 Ashe Central High School Class of '77 30 Year Reunion Plans are Underway!! Classmates - Please call or email with your current address, phone, e-mail, etc. If you would 9 a.m.: Senior Health & like to be part of the planning, Fitness Day will be held at let us know! We'll notify you Ashe Services for Aging. of the next meeting. Contact: Call 846-0781 for more infor­ Jorena Koontz Barnes - 336mation about participating. 667-7028 jorena.barnes® bankofamerica.com or Debbie Taylor Richardson - 336-3843605 glitch529@hotmail.com AL-ANON (for family and Our elementary schools need Mountain View friends of addicted persons): your help! Meets on Wednesdays at the Elementary School is currently First Baptist Church in West in need of monetary donations Jefferson at noon. For details, to help them buy books for chil­ dren in conjunction with a visit­ call 384-1940. The Episcopal Parish of the ing author program about the Holy Communion will hold county's roots. The book: Addie May services at Holy Trinity Clawson, Rural Mail Carrier is in Glendale Springs. Holy set in Ashe County and pro­ Communion is celebrated at 10 files the first female route car­ a.m. Coffee hour immediately rier for the Postal Service in follows the service. For fur­ the county. Call the school at ther information, call the church 336-982-4200 for information on how you can help. office, 983-3076 The Board of Elections meets The monthly meeting of the second Tuesday in each the Watauga Chapter of month at the Court House in NC Council for the Blind is Jefferson. These meetings are held each second Friday at 10 a.m. at Grace Lutheran open to the public. Church on East King Street. New River Earth Institute NREI is a nonprofit educational Refreshments are served and foundation seeking to motivate the public and volunteers are individuals to examine personal invited! Weather cancellation: actions, habits and values as if the public schools are closed they relate to environmental the meeting will not be held. issues. It seeks to help indi­ For more information, call: viduals transform their lives 297- 5346 by accepting responsibility for Your Ingles Advantage Card, the earth and acting upon a Food Lion Card or Carolina commitment to it. The insti­ West Wireless Account can tute offers seven discussion , help Westwood Elementary courses for the community. For 1 at no cost to you! Just link information please call Vicki at your account to our school 336-246-2166. Online www. today! Just visit the front office at Ingles, go to www.foodlion. NewRiverEarthlnstitute.org Wilkes Community College - com or write a brief not on your Ashe Center is offering: Home next Carolina West Wireless Inspection Exam Review On bill, and they do the rest. It only Monday, April 2 thru June 11, takes a few moments. For these or any other from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm at fundraisers that may be going the Ashe Center. Tuition is $55 Until September: Get a free on at Westood School, please Smoke Detector for your call Linda Yakel at 846-1166 for home! It involves having either more information. The Country Roads Mobile our fire marshal or a participat­ ing local fire department mem­ Pharmacy will no longer ber go out to your home, fill out be running. However, the a short survey about any exist­ Hunger and Health Coalition ing smoke alarms and provide Free Pharmacy will continue some fire safety education while to serve Ashe County clients. completing the installation. Prescriptions can be called This is made possible through in or faxed in, Mon - Fri 8:30 the Ashe County Emergency a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The phone Management Office. Call number is 828-262-1628, the Community Outreach with your fax number is 828-262-0154. name, address and phone Prescriptions may be picked number and it will be passed up at the Boone Hunger on to the Office of Emergency and Health Coalition only on Management and you will be Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 141 Health contacted. Call 846-0781. Ashe County Dog Park Center Drive in Boone in the Committee is seeking vol­ old health department building unteers for upcoming fund off the Bamboo Road. raisers! Call 336-877-2924 for Small Group Opportunity for Newly Married and Engaged more info. Ashe County Dog Park Couples. FaithBridge United Committee needs your dona­ Methodist Church is offering tions for an upcoming yard- a new Small Group for Newly sale. All proceeds go to the Married and Engaged Couples, to enrich budding marriage Dog Park This small IBLP Seminar (Institute in relationships. Basic Life Principles) The group will provide fellowship with other Bible truly does have the solu­ opportunities tions to all the problems and couples just starting out, as situations the human race ev well as offer teaching from a er had or ever will encounter. video-based curriculum by Wednesday May 30 Ongoing Events two Christian counselors who are experts on marriage. Les and Leslie Parrott. The small group will be facilitated by Rev. Marianne Romanat, pastor of FaithBridge.This group will meet in the home of Kyle and Elise Sigmon in Boone, for Directions call: 828-295-8333 on Wednesday nights from 6:30-8:00pm, beginning March 7th and ending May 9th. Desserts and coffee will be provided by the church, and child care will be available upon request. For more information about this small group opportunity, contact FaithBridge United Methodist Church at 828-2958333 or visiting the church's website: www.faithbridgeumc. org . FaithBridge worships on Sundays at 11am at theBlowing Rock School Auditorium on Sunset Drive. Dress is casual and child care is provided for all worship services. The Ashe County Democratic Party Headquarters will be open the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month from 10 a.m. until noon. Gary Barber, County Commissioner, will be there to hear from the public any issues they wish to discuss. Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for directions The Ashe County Democratic Headquarters will be open each Friday at 1 p.m. They will be serving a FREE pinto bean dinner from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. They invite everyone to come by and visit. Edward Elliott,Dipl.Ac., L.Ac., is now accepting patients at the Crossroads Counseling Services clinic, located in Jefferson, NC. Edward is a board certified licensed acupuncturist, trained in the Classical method of Chinese medicine. He is well versed in treating a wide range of issues including; fibromyalgia, tendinomuscular issues, arthritis, migraine headaches, male and female reproductive issues, gastrointestinal and digestive issues, back pain, lethargy and general malaise, addiction, most emotional disorders, as well as many conditions noU listed here. Edward is a native of the High Country, and a graduate from the Jung Tao ryyy T rr r School of Classical Chinese Medicine. Now accepting new patients on Fridays in the Jefferson office from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.. Please call 336-8467492 mailbox #7, or 828-4061985 for an appointment and directions. Looking for old photos of Todd: Anyone who has old (1920s through 1960s) photographs of Todd, NC, is invited to submit them for a community fund raising project. They will be handled carefully and returned promptly. For more information, contact James Lewis at 336-877-3263 or at P.O. Box 168. Todd, NC 28684. Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday Friday without appointments. Primary Care: Monday - Friday Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary WIC (Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children): If you are a pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum woman, infant, or child less than five years of age, and meet certain eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the WIC Program. WIC is a special supplemental food program that provides individually prescribed packages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program or know someone who does; contact 246-2013. Prenatal Education for Latino Families at Ashe County Health Dept. Classes are held from 10 a.m.- 12 p.m., and meet monthly through December. For More information, call Isabel r t~~~t i Gene's A U R A N T E>ring Mom in on her Special C)ay for a free dessert of ner choice iere V njotj a nice casual atmosph downstairs or on the balcony Steaks • Prime Rib • Pizza Hamburgers • Subs Best Salad Bar in Town! Downtown West Jefferson 336-246-3111 ORTHODONTIC Care for Children and Adults Affordable! $499. Special Starting Fee Monthly Budgeted Payments Insurance / Credit Cards Accepted Free Exams Located in Blue Ridge Plaza (across from Ashe Civic Center) West Jefferson Dr. Derwood L. Ashworth, D.D.S., M.Sc.O. American Assoc. of Orthodontists • Southern Society of Orthodontists Call for an Appointment (336) 667-4752 or (336) 246-2500 Offer subject to change without notice. Special offer 18 years and younger. We love ifou, Babif Oirl! Mommif, Daddq & Lane (Marion & Hollif Eaaersj THIS MOTHER'S DAY 3 •P County items are on display and donated/loaned items are appreciated. Call 846-1904, 982-3261, or 846-1638 for more information. Blue Ridge Baptist Church has a morning Bible Study each Wednesday at 10 a.m. Rev. Paul Coffey is leading this study and they welcome everyone to come. This is a relaxed group with refreshments served. Just come as you are - all are welcome. For more information you may call Carolyn Charles at 877-2110. Lunch Break Grief Support Group sponsored by High Country Health Care Hospice will be held every Thursday from noon -1 p.m. at the office located on Hwy 88 in Jefferson. This is open to anyone who has lost a loved one or is experiencing grief. Bring your lunch and join them. No preregistration is necessary and you can come in and drop out as needed. This is an on-going group that meets weekly. If you have questions please call Lisa Courtney, bereavement coordinator, for more information at 265-3926. Healing Prayer Services are held at St. Mary's Episcopal Church on Beaver Creek Road in West Jefferson, at 6 p.m. every Tuesday. If you or a loved one is in need of prayers for any reason, come join in this uplifting service. Dress is casual, and the service lasts about 30 minutes. Call 982-3076 if more information is required. r t Since 1979 R _ n $ wT Spencer at 246-9449 Look Good...Feel Better at AMH Mt. Hearts. For women undergoing cancer treatment. Free information, a make­ up kit, and skin care will be provided. To find out more, call 846-0781. The Ashe County Worship Center will be temporarily meeting at the Ashe County Arts Center on School Street in West Jefferson on Sundays at 11 a.m. For more information you may call the Ashe County Worship Center at: (336) 8461189 Lost Provinces Shape Note Singers will meet the first and third Monday of every month at Ashe County Arts Center in West Jefferson beginning at 7 p.m. Instructor is Sharon Kellam. Everyone is invited to participate. For information call 385-1299. Enjoy OI'Time and Bluegrass music at the Nella Community Center every Friday evening, at 7 p.m. with local musicians and bands. No admission charge. Donations will be appreciated and will be used for improvements to the Nella Community Center. Museum of Ashe County History is open Tuesday Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. from April through October and at other times by appointment. While the 1904 courthouse building in Jefferson is undergoing renovations, we are temporarily across the street. No admission is charged. Ashe a THE MOST IMPORTANT WORDS YOU'VE EVER SAID BECOME THREE "I FOREVER DO" BRAND JEWELRY Wal-Mart Shopping Center. Wilkesboro, NC Email: diaking@wilkes.net • www.thediamondking.com 1-336-667-2257 • 1-888-591-3174 LAYAWAY NOW! No Time Limit Pay Any Amount Down! 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Boyles Professor in Appalachian's Walker Col­ lege of Business and a Fac­ ulty Fellow at the Institute of Emerging Issues at N. C. University. "It appears we are expe­ riencing a change from the longstanding regional trend of strong growth," Cherry said. "The national economy also has slowed, but this change has been more pro­ nounced in Western North Carolina." Seasonally adjusted em­ ployment in the region fell 0.42 percent in March. State­ wide, employment decreased 0.05 percent. Only six of the 25 WNC counties had gained jobs in March. The limited cases of employment growth were generally found in the central foothill counties of Burke, Caldwell and Catawba. The largest job losses oc­ curred in the western coun­ ties of Clay, Graham, Jackson and Mason. The seasonally adjust­ ed rate of unemployment changed little, increasing only 0.1 percentage points to 4-8 percent for the region. The adjusted unemployment rate for the state remained unchanged at 4.5 percent, while the national unem­ ployment rate fell 0.1 points to 4.4 percent. While the seasonally ad­ justed unemployment rate within the region's rural coun­ ties remained unchanged at 5.1 percent, unemployment rates increased in the re­ gion's metro areas. Asheville posted 3.6 percent unemploy­ ment rate, up 0.1 percent from February's numbers, while the unemployment rate in the Hickory-Morganton-Lenoir area increased 0.3 points to 5.9 percent. Eighteen of the 25 coun­ ties had higher unemploy­ ment rates than a month ago, with Graham, Caldwell and Rutherford having the high­ est unemployment within the region. Henderson, Watauga and Polk counties had the lowest unemployment rates. Seasonally adjusted ini­ tial claims for unemploy­ ment insurance, a leading indicator of unemployment, fell 15.6 percent in March. Initial claims decreased 25.9 percent in Asheville and 2.8 percent in Hickory-Morganton-Lenoir. The Western North Caro­ lina Index and Report pro­ vides a monthly account of economic conditions for West­ ern North Carolina. It typically is released the fifth week following each month. State leaders back more funding for wildlife conservation RALEIGH, N.C. (May 8) - Wildlife in North Carolina received a strong show of bi­ partisan support on Thurs­ day after seven state lead­ ers from the U.S. House of Representatives signed let­ ters asking for $85 million for federal State Wildlife Grants, the nation's core pro­ gram for preventing wildlife from becoming endangered. The state leaders, along with 155 other Representa­ tives and a record 60 Sena­ tors, signed the letters, which were addressed to the Chairman and Ranking Member of both the House and Senate Interior Appro­ priations Committees. The requested $85 million is $15.5 million over what the President's fiscal year 2008 budget proposes. Last year, the State Wildlife Grant pro­ gram received $67.5 million, and North Carolina's share was $1.4 million. North Carolina congres­ sional supporters of the pro­ gram serve districts across the state. They are: Rep. Howard Coble (R) of Greens­ boro; Rep. Robin Hayes, (R) of Concord; Rep. Mike McIntyre (D) of Lumberton; Rep. Brad Miller (D) of Ra­ leigh; Rep. David Price (D) of Chapel Hill; and Rep. Heath Shuler (D) of Haywood County. GOP N.C. Senate leader blasts Dems Senate Republican Leader on North Carolina's families Phil Berger (R-District 26) to provide more money for and House Republican Lead­ the same failing programs. er Paul Stam (R-District 37) "North Carolina govern­ today held a press conference ment is headed in the wrong in the legislative press room. direction," continued Berger. The primary topic of discus­ "This proposed budget does sion was the recently re­ nothing significant to change leased state budget proposed direction; the promise of long by House Democrats. With a delayed tax relief has van­ 7.6 percent increase in spend­ ished, money promised to ing, the proposal balloons the our farmers is confiscated, state budget by more than the transportation needs of three times the rate of infla­ our citizens are transferred tion add easily doubles the into the black hole of the gen­ combined inflation and popu­ eral fund, and probably most lation rate. This marks the distressing, our children see fifth consecutive year of such education and their opportu­ spending growth and places nity for the future sacrificed the new budget approximate­ to special interest priorities. ly 40 percent higher than just There are numerous initia­ five years ago. tives that could chart a new "Republicans have long course in state government. argued that the growth fac­ North Carolina has a long tor for state spending should and distinguished history of be measured by state popu­ being a leader in education, lation growth and an appro­ transportation, justice, and priate adjustment for infla­ social policy. This budget tion," said Senator Berger. fails to focus on the real prob­ "Government expenditures lems facing North Carolina." in excess of that factor re­ In Transportation, Repub­ flect either waste by paying licans propose: more than necessary for the • Eliminate Transfers from same services or enhanced the Highway Trust Fund services. It is undisputed • Review and reorganize that state government under the Transportation Depart­ Democrat leadership is not ment providing adequate basic ser­ In Education, Republicans vices, much less improved or propose: enhanced services. All objec­ • Use of nationally ap­ tive measures indicate that proved Standardized Tests North Carolina's public edu­ and elimination of useless cation system is failing our state tests students, our roads are crum­ • Increase number of bling, congestion is choking Charter public schools economic development, there • Emphasize and expand is retrogression in the provi­ vocational and technical edu­ sion of mental health servic­ cation es, our Courts are unable to • Merit pay as an incen­ efficiently move cases in the tive for good teachers and to criminal justice system, and encourage teaching in chal­ state government is failing to lenging circumstances meet the basic needs of our • Enhanced pay for teach­ people. If, at a time that we ers in high need fields such see unprecedented growth in as science, math, and special state outlays there is such a education decline in outcomes, the only In Medicaid, Republicans reasonable conclusion to be propose: drawn is that there is waste­ • Medicaid relief for coun­ ful overspending or failed ties management, or both." In Tax Policy, Republicans For a number of years, propose: • Allow "temporary taxes" Democrats have promoted their vision of North Caroli­ to expire • Homestead exemptions na's future; they have assured • Eliminate the death tax the people they have answers to the nagging problem of • Re-adjust income tax educational under-achieve- brackets In addressing Government ment, they understand the proper role of government in waste, Republicans propose: • Implementing recom­ relation to the private sector and economic development, mendations of Governor's Ef­ and they have the ability to ficiency Commission • More internal auditors solve the growing infrastruc­ • Zero based budgeting ture needs of a growing state. • Limit budget growth Year after year, Democrats have proposed the same solu­ to inflation plus population tions to our problems in edu­ growth • Discontinue funding for cation, road construction, and social services: tax increases vacant positions They believe the State Wildlife Grants * program needs more money to fund implementation of the State Wildlife Action Plans. These plans-a component of the State Wildlife Grants Pro­ gram specifically required by Congress-outline proactive measures to conserve wild­ life and their habitat before they become more rare and more costly to protect. For more information on the State Wildlife Grants program and the Teaming with Wildlife campaign, visit www.teaming.com or httpJ! statewildlife.nwf.org/nc/. For more information on North Carolina's wildlife action plan, visit the Commission's Web site, www.ncwildlife. org. Powered by Job Catchers fair Chicken Saturday, May 1 9 i o 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Apply At The Fresh Plant Wilkesboro ! A Employment Hiring Centerf © Pay will be $9.75 for three weeks, piece rate thereafter up to $600 per week plus bonuses. 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From May 7 to June 24, census enumerators in Fayetteville, North Carolina,a n d Stockton, California, and will utilize 1,400 unique, Harris- Office will support the activ­ ities in Fayetteville, which was selected as one of the test sites due to its diversity of residents and living situ­ ations, including military bases and colleges. The Fay­ etteville Local Census Office was opened April 12 to help support the dress rehearsal activities. The Census Bureau has a critical mission that ultimately impacts many aspects of our lives, and a successful dress rehearsal will help to ensure an ef­ ficient 2010 Census," said Mike Murray, vice president of Census Programs, Harris Government Communica­ tions Systems Division. The new Harris technology will help make the 2010 Census the most accurate, complete, secure and cost effective cen­ sus ever." The Harris systems play a central role in the U.S. Census Bureau's FDCA pro­ gram. Harris is serving as the systems integrator - de­ signing, developing, testing and deploying the five-year, $600 million FDCA program, which is creating advanced, automated systems that de­ liver data to the Census Bu­ reau's computing systems in near real-time. A hallmark of the FDCA architecture is its multiple and overlapping security features, including fingerprint authentication, password authentication, role-based access, automatic data encryption during stor­ age and transmission, fire­ walls and virus protection. In 2002, Harris also was selected by the U.S. Census Bureau for an eight-year, . Sebring Conv. 32 My Avenger 3: PO Box 829 • 502 S.Jefferson Ave • West Jefferson, N.C. 286 Photo courtesy US Census A Harris address canvass­ ing application in action. developed handheld devices with GPS technology and biometric security to directly capture address canvassing information. The enumera­ tors will then have the abili­ ty to securely and wirelessly transmit the information to Field Data Collection Au­ tomation (FDCA) database designed and supported by Harris. This means near real-time data will be avail­ able in the Fayetteville and Stockton Local Census Offic­ es, as well as the Charlotte and Seattle, Washington Re­ gional Offices. Address canvassing is conducted to ensure the ac­ curacy and completeness of the address list and maps used for the 2010 Census to deliver questionnaires and conduct subsequent data col­ lection operations. Address canvassing involves field verification, update and/or correction of addresses for living quarters and street features. The dress rehearsal is a significant milestone and highlights how the auto­ mated collection and man­ agement of field data will enable the first virtually pa­ perless conduct of the mas­ sive address canvassing and non-response follow-up op­ eration of the 2010 Census. Past census field data collec­ tion was handled primarily through paper address lists, maps and questionnaires. The automated systems that will be used for the 2010 Census will reduce the need for paper-based processing, increase operational effi­ ciency, improve accuracy and reduce costs. At the peak of data collec­ tion operations during the actual 2010 Census, which begins in March 2010 with the delivery of the census questionnaires, it is antici­ pated that the new system will support about 500 local offices and will maximize the efficiency and productivity of more than 500,000 tempo­ rary staff deployed through­ out the country. The Charlotte Regional MSRP $21,095 Stk #60181 MSRP $21,050 n m Stk #84575 MSRP $19,195 Stk #01256 tylcvik Ina 'h OUTDOOR TIPS A GOOD IDEA TO THE WAT EC SUPPLY YOU BEACH CAMP,.. DUT IF IT'S PIPED, SPRING OR \M WATEC... - Jack \ Elrod, Box 829 • 502 S. Jefferson Ave • West Jefferson, N.C. 28694 f k 336-246-8806 • Am 800-380-22 Ml ^ ONLY IN A All Rebates & Incentives to Dealer OF ITS PURITY, SOIL- IT OR ADD A CHEMICAL PURIFIES BEFORE DRINKING ay $210 million program to in-,re tegrate and improve the ac-14 curacy of the Bureau's topo-0r logical database. Members of the Harris^ FDCA team include Accen-^ ture LLP, Unisys Corpora-,v tion, Dell Computer Corpo-jy ration, High Tech Computer 0 Corporation, Sprint, Oracle, p Client Network Services, ;t Inc., AuthenTec, and Head-e strong. n s �FRIDAY, MA Y 1 1 , 2 0 0 7 The Men's Husky Tennis team will be competing at the NCHSAA Individual Playoffs at GardnerWebb University today and Saturday. The Track teams will be competing individual­ ly at the NCHSAA 2A Western Regional hosted at North Henderson High School on Saturday. Go Huskies!!! Tennis wins in playoffs This week in Husky sports Husky runner and coach honored Photo by Michael Graybeal Jake Giles stretches out to return this shot. by Michael Graybeal Sports Reporter Photo by Michael Graybeal Will Krider returns a tough serve during his victory. The Huskies Tennis Team set an Ashe County record Tuesday evening when that they defeated the East Lincoln Mustangs in the first round of the NCHSAA State Playoffs. This year is the first year that the Men's Tennis Team has been able to qualify for the State Playoffs due to the Mountain Valley Conference only receiving two spots in the bracket. The Huskies were able to defeat the emotional Mustangs, who finished first in the Southern Piedmont Conference with a record of 12-2, with a final team score of 5-1. The match featured minor differences than routine conference matches. The primary difference was that in tiebreaker vames. t he nairn Photo by Michael Graybeal Chase Smith places this shot in bounds for a point during his victory at East Lincoln on Tuesday evening. Photo by Michael Graybeal Ricky Pelton rears back for a serve. played a single game to ten points instead of the routine seven, and once a team reached five victories, the match was concluded with no exhibition matches played. The Huskies were able to nearly sweep the Mustangs in singles competitions with Jake Giles, Will Krider, Anand Patel, Chase Smith and Aaron Jones each claiming victories over their opponent. The Huskies nearly swept the Mustangs, but Ricky Pelton, despite a hard fought match lost in a tough tiebreaker game for the Mustangs only victory of the match. Singles results: #1 seed: Aaron Jones (Ashe County) defeated Kendall Law (East Lincoln) 7-6 6-1, #2 seed: Jake Giles (Ashe County) defeated Houston Stokes (East Lincoln) 7-6 6-1; #3 seed: Will Krider (Ashe County) defeated Payton Conner (East Lincoln) 6-3 6-1; #4 seed: Adam Pressley (East Lincoln) defeated Ricky Pelton (Ashe County) 6-2 4-6 10-4; #5 seed: Chase Smith (Ashe County) defeated Carson Leonhardt (East Lincoln) 61 6-1; #6 seed: Anand Patel (Ashe County) defeated Tyson Leonhardt (East Lincoln) 6-3 6-2. Aaron Jones and Jake Giles each had impressive wins. Coach Logan Freeman commented by stating:"Aaron Photos by Michael Graybeal Congratulations to Emily Gamble, left, for being named the Mountain Valley 2A Con­ ference Female Track Athlete of the Year and Coach Alex Rollins, right, for being honored as the Mountain Valley 2A Conference Men's and Women's Track Coach of the Year. Gamble is a senior for the Women's Track Team and is an essential leader for the team. Coach Rollins is a science teacher at Ashe County High School and is the head coach for both the Huskies' track teams. Congratulations Emily Gamble and Coach Alex Rollins!!! Softball advances to championship See Tennis, page 2B Husky golfer sets multiple records Photos by Michael Graybeal Trey Scott, a sophomore member of the Men's Golf Team concluded his season this past Monday when he competed in the NCHSAA Western Golf Regionals at Mt. Mitchell Golf Club in Burnsville, NC. Scott finished his sophomore season with five new records for Husky Golf. He was the first ever golf from Ashe County High School to be Co-Confer­ ence Player of the Year and Conference Tour­ nament Co-Medalist. He also has three scoring records which Include the Lowest 9-Hole Total with a one under par 35 stroke score, the Lowest 18Hole Total with a 77 stroke score, and the Lowest Scoring Average for Season with an impressive average of 38.1 strokes per nine holes. Scott was the only Husky to qualify for the Regional Tournament this year and repre­ sented the Huskies by shooting a 85 on the tough, tight course at Mt. Mitchell. Congratulations Trey Scott on a fantastic and record setting season!!! Photo by Michael Graybeal Danielle Wood takes off from second base during the Huskies* 9-0 victory over Wilkes Cen­ tral on Monday evening. by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor The women's varsity softball team hosted the Wilkes Central Eagles with a first round Conference Tournament game on Monday evening. The Huskies displayed the reason they were so successful this season in the conference when they shutout the Eagles and took advantage of a six-run third inning when they cruised to an easy 9-0 victory. The game opened up with the first two innings being a defensive battle. In the first inning, the Huskies retired the first three Eagles and were able to get a bas£ runner on base following a single by Kendra Yearick. Following a fielder's choice by the Eagles, the Huskies had two out with Cori Revis on first base. A single by Tiffany Jones advance Revis to second, but the Eagles ended the inning by forcing the next Husky batter into a ground out to end the inning. The game's tempo increased over the following two innings. Kendra Yearick, the pitcher for the Huskies, retired the next three Eagles' with strikeouts, batters but the Huskies' at bat was short lived also with only three batters. The Huskies maintained the quick tempo as their defense forced another three batter inning for the Eagles to advance the game to the bottom half of the third inning with the score still 0-0. In the bottom half of the third inning, the Huskies busted open the scoring when Kaitlin Smith opened up the inning with a walk. A perfectly placed bunt by Danielle Wood advanced Smith to second base and placed Wood on first with no outs. Kendra Yearick advanced the base runners with a sacrifice bunt to place both runners in scoring position. Cori Revis was on deck and drove a ball into the outfield for a single to score Smith and advanced Wood to third base. Tiffany Jones was up with only one out when Revis was able to advance to second base, and Wood was able to steal home with a wild pitch by the Eagles' pitcher to increase the Huskies' score to 2-0. Jones was unable to reach base with a pop out for the second out of the inning. The Huskies were able to score again when Larken Mikeal was able to drive in Revis with a single, and then a double by Brittany Parsons allowed Mikeal to score for the fourth run of the inning. Parsons was able to score when Kendra Blevins hit a double. Blevins took advantage of a bad pitch by the Eagles' pitcher with the next batter and scored the sixth and final run of the inning. See Softball, page 2B �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, MAY 11, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Tennis continued from page IB Jones and Jake Giles both won first set tiebreakers and carried the momentum to win their second sets easily." Anand Patel also played impressively as he stepped up and claimed a victory for the Huskies for the sixth seed spot. The Huskies routine sixth seed, Chris Lyall was unable to attend the match. The Huskies have three members that have qualified for the NCHSAA AA Western Regionals, which are being held today, and tomorrow at Gardner Webb University. Jake Giles will be competing in the singles competitions and Will Krider and Ricky Pelton are pairing up for the doubles competitions. The victory over the Mustangs marked the first time the Men's Tennis team not only qualified for the State Playoffs, but also defeated their opponent. The team will return to action in the second round of State Playoffs next Tuesday when they face Newton Conover. Newton Conover was able to defeat Wilkes Central Wednesday evening to arrange the match up between the Huskies and the Red Devils being hosted by Newton Conover. New River Archery results Photo courtesy of Randy Mahaffey Rick Little teaches Johnny Veirs the art of shooting 3D archery. Softball Soccer Final Standings Final Standings Conference FORBUSH L W L 12 0 21 3 FORBUSH 11 2. Mark Lineberry-322 3. Tim Greene-306 Ladies Open 1. Jamie Foy-260 Young Adult 1.Martin McVey-280 Youth 1. Josh Barker-267 Traditional 1. Chris Lucas-161 Cubs 1. Mathew Blevins-280 2. Scth Grcene-268 3. Hanna Howell-220 Thank's to all who came out to shoot. Next shoot date is May 26 and 27. For All Your Golf, Work & Utility Needs Conference W L T Season W Men's Open 1. Nathan Winters-330 2. Jimmy Peake-322 3. Jerry Whittington-320 4. Loren Robinson-308 Men's t nlimeted 1. Randy Mahaffcy-298 Men's Limeted 1. Harry Osborne-288 Senior 1. Roger Roten-312 2. Clarence Roten-308 Open Trophy 1. Josh Golds-306 2. Matthew Coleman-306 3. Joey Daniels-298 Men's Bowhunter 1. Bruce Barker-324 Season W L T 0 1 15 2 4 STARMOUNT 9 3 13 8 WILKES CENTRAL 9 2 1 8 4 13 8 ASHE COUNTY 8 4 10 7 2 SURRY CENTRAL 5 7 9 9 STARMOUNT 7 5 10 7 1 NORTH SURRY 4 8 7 14 SURRY CENTRAL 4 8 6 12 WILKES CENTRAL 3 9 5 18 NORTH SURRY 2 10 2 12 NORTH WILKES 1 11 1 19 NORTH WILKES 0 12 0 16 31(1 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson phone (336) 219-0100 • fax (336) 219-0136 brgcuvi@earthlink.nct Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm • Saturdays by appointment 13 7 1 ASHE COUNTY Blue Ridge Golf Cars & Utility Vehicles, Inc. Tpriin 1 Contest Ainu Debbie Tomlinson Richard is the winner for this week's Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest. She correctly chose the race winner. Jimmie Johnson, and guessed closest to the winner's average speed of 91.27mph with a guess of 94.722mph. Thank you for all of your entries! Please play the Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest again next week! Baseball Final Standings <f\ Jefferson Post Final Standings Conference W L Season W L Conference W L Season W L ASHE COUNTY 10 2 13 3 FORBUSH 10 2 18 6 SURRY CENTRAL 10 2 14 5 SURRY CENTRAL 7 5 15 10 WILKES CENTRAL 9 3 14 5 NORTH SURRY 7 5 12 7 FORBUSH 6 6 7 8 WILKES CENTRAL 6 6 13 11 STARMOUNT 5 7 5 7 ASHE COUNTY 5 7 10 10 NORTH WILKES 1 11 2 11 STARMOUNT 4 8 7 13 NORTH SURRY 1 11 1 13 NORTH WILKES 3 9 7 13 Softball continued from page IB Following the six rim inning for the Huskies, their defense continued to play tough against the Eagles.The Huskies were able to avoid a scoring situation by the Eagles in the top half of the fourth inning when they got runners on first and second, but the Huskies converted a ground out to maintain their 6-0 lead. With momentum gained from the defensive stop, and the large scoring from the previous inning, the Huskies scored another run in the fourth inning to increase their lead again. Danielle Wood opened up with a oneout single and then a walk by Kendra Yearick advanced Wood to second base. Cori Revis moved the runners with a single to load the bases for Tiffany Jones. With Jones at the plate, Wood was able to score from third base on a wild pitch, and then Jones was hit in the leg with a pitch to re­ load the bases. The Huskies were unable to produce any more offense during the inning as the following two batters hit short pop flies to end the inning with the bases loaded but winning 7-0. The next inning was short lived as the Eagles only had four batters during the inning with Kendra Yearick striking the first two batters out and retiring the fourth batter by forcing her into a ground out. The Huskies' success during the same inning was a mirror image of the Eagles'. Kendra Blevins was able get on base with single, but then the following three batters got out by the Eagles' defense to conclude the inning with the Huskies still winning 7-0. In the sixth inning, the Huskies were able to get the first two batters out, and following a walked batter, the fourth batter of the inning hit a ground ball to Kendra Blevins at first base who stepped on the bag for the third out. The Huskies finalized the scoring of the game by driving in two runs during the inning to put the icing on the cake. When Kendra Yearick opened up the inning with a walk and Cori Revis followed with a single, a sacrifice by Tiffany Jones advanced them to third and second base. Brittany Roten hit a ground ball for the first out, but allowed Yearick to score the Huskies' eighth run of the game. Brittany Parson followed up with an RBI single to allow Revis to score the ninth and final run of the game. The Huskies were able to retire the first three Eagles' batters of the seventh inning to end the game with the Huskies claiming the enormous 9-0 victory over the Wilkes Central Eagles. The Huskies returned to action Wednesday evening when they traveled to Wilkes Central, the host school of the 2007 Mountain Valley ConferenceTournament SemiFinals and Championship. On Wednesday evening, the Huskies defeated the second ranked Starmount Rams to advance to the Championship Game on Thursday evening. Look for results in Tuesday's paper. Y -\ In Cercert Maij 12t(l At 7:00pin Flue Fid^e Elementarij Adults $8 • Children 3-12 $4,3 and Under Free Spohsored by Warrensville Vol. Fire & Rescue Dept. BUY A CUB CADET . . RIDING MOWER AND THE GAS IS ON US www.cubcadet.com THE FREE $60 FUEL" VISA* PREPAID CARO" IS YOURS, BY MAIL, WITH THE PURCHASE OF ANY SERIES 1000,1500, 2500, 3000 OR i1000 TRACTOR, OR R2T OR Z-FORCE* ZERO-TURN RIDER. 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It's an umbrella term for the trees, lawn, shrubs and other plantings that can affect not only the salability of your home, but your utility bills as well. Which is why Project EverGreen, a national non-profit organization, is leading the charge to educate consumers about the many values of green space especially as it affects their pocketbooks. According to Den Gardner, executive director of Project EverGreen, "research shows that improving the green space around your home can have real economic benefits." Protecting Home Value Gardner cites a number of studies which show that sprucing up your green space can help protect and, depending on market conditions, bolster home value. For example: a study cited in Smart Money magazine indicated that consumers value a landscaped home up to 11.3 percent higher than its base price. In addition, The Wall Street Journal reported that landscaping investment is normally recovered fully and sometimes doubled by its ability to increase home value. That sounds good, but Gardner adds this important caution: "It's wise to plan before you plant. Make Selling your home can be a challenge that may seem especially daunting in a softer real estate market. If you decide now is the time to sell, there are several aspects that can make your home more attractive to potential buyers. Following this advice may help justify your asking price and attract buyers. Setting the stage There is a science to selling your home and in tight economic times, you want the exact elements to combine for successful selling Dozens of opportunities. online resources help guide you in staging your home to appeal to potential buyers. One of the more popular sites, Home and Garden Television (HGTV) offers these ideas: 1. What an entrance! The outside of your home is the all-important first impression. And like it or not, it speaks volumes about what's inside — and about its owner. Glossy paint in a bold, cheerful color for the front door, new hardware, a doormat and seasonal potted plants on the porch will dramatically brighten and refresh your home's entry and make a welcoming statement. 2. Create spaces Part of what stagers do is create fantasy spaces: an exercise room, a meditation space, an art studio or a family game room. If a room currently only gathers junk, repurpose it into something that will add to the value — and enjoyment — of the home. Adding an armchair, a small table, and a lamp in a stairwell nook will transform an area into a cozy reading spot. 3. Brilliant natural light Take off old, heavy drapery and put up something light and airy. This allows natural light and makes a previously closed-in space seem larger. Simple sheers on a tension rod are great for screening an unattractive view and providing some privacy while letting in light and visually enlarging a room. If privacy is paramount, top-down, bottom-up shades will block the neighbors' view of your bathtub but still let you gaze at the sky while you soak in the tub. healthy lawn and other plants also provides cooling benefits. "This is due to a process known as evapotranspiration. Gardner says. "When vegetation is warmed by the sun it gives up water which then evaporates to cool not only the plant itself but the surrounding area as well. The result is one of nature's most overlooked, and yet most efficient cooling systems. In fact, researchers have calculated that evapotranspiration from the front lawns in a block of eight houses, produces cooling equivalent to 70 tons of air conditioning." You can find more information about these and other benefits of green space by accessing www. projectevergreen.com. Courtesy of ARAcontent of trees, shrubs, grass and other plantings." As evidence of this he cited a research project conducted by the Horticultural R e s e a r c h Institute (HRI). Thisshowedthat a sophisticated l a n d s c a p e with design trees and large, colorful bedding plants can raise the perceived value of a home between 5 and 11 percent. On the other hand, consumer reaction was that minimalist landscapes (i.e. with small plant size and low sophistication) actually decreased the perception of home value. Saving Energy Costs Planning the right mix sure you begin landscape improvement or renovation with well-thought-out ideas for maintaining and/or improving your green space. You may want to do the work yourself -- and that's good exercise; however, it's always wise to seek professional advice to get the right balance and placement of trees, grass and other plantings can also make a difference in a home's energy consumption. One study has estimated that when properly placed toshade your home, trees can reduce air conditioning demand by 10 to 30 percent. Another study found attic temperatures could be up to 40 degrees lower when adequate shade was present. 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TO SEE MORE OF OUR LISTINGS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT www.c21heritagerealty.com �PAGE 4B FRIDAY, MAY 11, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Mother's Day is the day of the year that we stop to honor our mothers for all that they have done for us. In the United States, Mother's Day always occurs on the second Sunday in the month of May, as well as many other countries, such as Austria, Brazil, Switzerland, and Japan. In other parts of the world, Mother's Day occurs on different days, as the holiday's origin developed at different times in different regions of the world. This year in Amenca, Mother's Day is on May 13th. As with thousands of other holidays and traditions known around the world, the earliest Mother's Day celebrations were that of the Greeks and Romans. In Greece, the day was celebrated in honor of the mother of all gods, Cybele. In Rome, the same holiday was celebrated for the mother of their gods, Rhea. The western tradition of Mother's Day in the United States was created by the works of three women, Julia Ward Howe and Anna Jarvis the elder, and her daughter Anna Jarvis. In 1870, Howe wrote the Mother's Day Proclamation, a statement requesting that the Civil War be put to an end in the name of a Mother's Day for Peace. Though she Julia first conceived the idea for a Mother's Day it was never officially recognized. In the late 1850's, Anna Jarvis began using the idea as a Mother's Day of Work, to help improve sanitation conditions, but this too did not bring the idea of a national Mother's Day to the country. It was her daughter, also named Anna, that finally brought the idea to national attention, and in 1914 President Woodrow Wilson declared the first official Mother's Day. Many nations followed suit, and what we know as Mother's Day was born. In Germany, Mother's Day is called Muttertag. This was a holiday that was started in the 1930's by then dictator, Adolf Hitler. Another origin of the tradition came out of England in the 1700's when servants were freed for a period of time during the Easter season to go home and visit their "mother church" and other family members. This tradition, not originally dedicated to hononng ones mother, had now become very similar to the May event in Amenca, yet it falls on fourth Sunday during Lent. This is a good example of how the holiday has many different origins simultaneously. There are many ways to honor your mother for this holiday. One of the most popular ways is by sending her flowers or a card. Mother's Day produces more mail and flower orders than any other time of the year. Others take their mom's out to lunch, or shower them with gifts. One great way to celebrate Mother's Day is just by telling your mom that youjove her. But whatever you decide to do for her this year, remember Mother's Day is really about honoring your mother all year long! 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NC • personal • construction West Jefferson, NC • 336.846.1044 [Slf?1' Wcsl Jefferson 60,^,effersonAvenue Wcs, ' efferson ^ Chevrolet ^ < Ashe County Builders Supply 336-246-HDTV (4388) 336-246-5222 336-840-4636 • www.wjchevy.net '"Complete Line of Building Supplies" 127 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson 336-246-3367 �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 5B FRIDAY, MAY 11, 2007 Advertisement of Unpaid Ashe County Tax Liens For the Year 2006 Under and by virtue ot" the authority vested in Keith Little, the Ashe County Tax Collector, by Section 105-369 of the General Statutes of North Carolina and pursuant to an Order of the Ashe County Board of Commissioners, the said Ashe County Tax collector hereby advertises tax liens for the year 2006 upon the real estate identified below. The amounts advertised will be increased by interest and costs, and the omission of interest and costs from the amounts advertised will not constitute a waiver of the taxing units claim for those items. A brief description ot each parcel of land to which a lien has attached, the name of the record owner as of January 6, 2007 and the statement of principal amount of taxes are set out below. If these taxes remain unpaid, the lien may be foreclosed by the taxing unit and the property sold subject to the lien to satisfy the taxing units claim for taxes. ABER, LINDA 16211 177 2.000A 72.41 BALDWIN, JESSIE G 13194 223 17.808A 465.02 ABSHER, LOIS BLEVINS. WILLIAM FRANK SR & MISTY L 07068 1.180A 582.40 BALDWIN. MIKE & KIMBERLY G 08068 038 10.517A 207.37 BLUE MERLE. INC 04122 ABSHER, L0ISV 09298 356 01334014 002 01334014 003 ABSHER, LOIS V ABSHER, LOIS V 024 12.054A 24.319A 38962 400.61 0.391A 429 1.166A 60.90 36.000L 625.71 BALDWIN, ROBERT JONES 16215 015 0.529A 4.35 BLUE RIDGE SPRINGS WATER CO INC 250 03084116 124 19.000L 26.10 BALDWIN, ROBERT JONES 16215 015B 4.251A 50.10 BODA, RICHARD T & SHELIA W 13192042 010 01334014 004 4.000L 16215 020 BODA. RICHARD T 4 SHELIAW 13192042 011 3.000A 156.60 BALDWIN. ROBY (HEIRS) 16215 112 60001 3.181 A 133.07 4.000L 28.28 143.73 BALDWIN. ROBERT JONES 33.68 BODA. RICHARDT 4 SHELIAW 13192042 031 1.388A 87.00 ABSHER, L0ISV 01334014 005 01334014 006 ABSHER, LOIS V 01334014 007 ABSHER, L0ISV ABSHER. LOIS V ABSHER, ROY LEE & PATRICIA LEE 01400051 003 043 14375 3.000L 11.000L 47.85 BALES. RICHARD 09338338 036 121 OA 212.00 BOGART. ROBERT MICHAEL 4 SARA E 1.000L 8.24 21.75 BALES. RICHARD 09338338 061 1.240A 212.00 12310003 130 BOGART. ROBERT MICHAEL 4 SARA E 1.0001 16.48 27.200A 473.28 BALL, ELIZABETH 19223228 0021 0.Q28A 515.84 12310003 225 BOGGS. BOBBY 4 SAMANTHA 1.129A 5725 BALL. LINDA (ETAL) 11030 156 43.000A 052 216.39 831.76 09338 6.872A BOGGS, CHARLES R 4 EDNA B JONES 497.30 339 26 43.50 BALLOU, ANNIE (HEIRS)(4/5) 4 TOWN 16215192 051 39.50 215 1 0001 0.500A 09298 BOISVERT, CAROLYN F 0.700A 108.75 19223001 684 0.438A 670.71 13155049 018 BALLOU, MONTE G SR 4 BRENDA M BO(TNOTT. CURTIS L 4 SUSAN L 19271002 034 1.000L 12.36 BANNER,ARDEAN 15271080 004 0.888A 60.90 BOOTH. JOSEPHINE (HEIRS) 19227159 014 1.000L BARD, EVERETTE MICHAEL 18294 280 13.474A 234 47 BOOTH, LARRY D (L/E) 19227 15.150A BORELLE. BRIAN 4 MARY C MILLER 19223169 019 8.000L BORNS, LAWRENCE W 12310002 173 1.000L 20.60 BORNS, SYBIL H 19271002 098 1.000L 10.31 ABSHER, VIRGINIA T & JAMES EARL TAY 09263001 322 2.000L ACKERMAN, CHIQUITHA DARNELL 14408 195 0.635A ADAMS, BOBBY F 4 WILLIAM D 15275 69.000A ADAMS, EDWARD F 4 FRANCES KAY P0E 16211 088 191 1.058A 950.65 409.27 ADAMS, ELLA MAE LYALLS (L/E) 18255 119 1.040A 378.55 BARD, EVERETTE MICHAEL 4 SUSAN MARI 18294 241 2.189A ADAMS. LOIS HOUCK (HEIRS) 04159 194 1.571A 264 57 BARD. EVERETTE MICHAEL-TRUSTEE FOR 18294 279 5.474A 38.28 9527 ADAMS. THOMAS D 4 BARBARA A 16211 106 1.932A 575.15 BARE, BENJAMIN E 4 JANET M 14408 159 0.738A 412.50 ADAMS, TIMOTHY 4 JENNIFER 16211 187 1.000A 505 26 BARE, BUSTER SHAWN 15314 143 3.004A 1.000L 12.36 199 1.01 OA 25.69 BARE, DALE RUSSELL 12314 034 0.780A 19271001 059 16211 606 1,34322 BOUGCOIS. ENRIQUE 4/OR LYDIA ADAMS, TIMOTHY DWIGHT 4 JENNIFER R BOWDEN, FWRICK A 4 PATRICIA D 05322013 107 1 396A 108 75 ALBEE, JOHN ALBERT 15198017 001 0.647A 59.25 BARE. DALE RUSSELL 12314 036 0.970A 1,601.55 BOWER, CHARLES (TRUSTEE) 4 BOWER, 09338 348 4.287A 411.16 ALBEE, JOHN ALBERT 0.719A 845.25 BARE, DONALD C 4 BARE, JERRY L 4 14429 053 52.300A 1.327.98 BOWER, CHARLES GREGORY 128 30.250A 0.782A 59.25 BARE, GLENN C 09338 096 6 300A 32646 09338 ALBEE. JOHN ALBERT 15198017 002 15198017 003 BOWERS. DONNA LYNN KIMBERLIN 12350 084 8.01OA 2838 175.14 ALBEE, JOHN ALBERT 15198017 007 0.500A 39.50 BARE, ISRAEL GLENN 09338 196 2.800A 89.04 BOWERS, JANET BELL 09306 109 2.269A 287.43 ALBEE, JOHN ALBERT 15198017 008 0.500A 39.50 BARE. JAMES M 4 JUDY M 12387 090 1.000A 235.96 BOWLES, THOMAS C 19267116 009 1.000L 32.96 ALCAYA. JAVIER G 4 SAMANTHA 5.000L 135.24 BARE, JANICE E 09306201 007 3.827A 25949 BOWMAN, DWAIN A 4 KELLY A 09338010 044 3.380A 458.70 ALGER, FAULA LYNN 09263001 182 15239089 202 1.000L 47.85 BARE, LARRY ALLEN 4 SYBLE B CAUDILL 14408 477.38 BOYD, DRUSCILLA ANN 19267 0.534A 468 87 19223395 014 0.715A 958.69 BARE, LINDA B 13194 026 294 0.372A ALGONQUIN SHATLEY, LLC 2.000A 517.83 BOYLE, CLEVELAND 4 GAIL ALLEN, BRYANT 4 BEVERLY J 12310002 187 1.000L 20.60 BARE, ROBERT M 4 VIRGINIA D 01365 260 3.000A 554.81 BRADLEY, JOHN GIV 4 KATHRYN L 13231004 003 14412 211 ALLEN, STEPHEN P 4 SHARON W 19271001 275 1.000L 16.48 BARE, ROBERT MITCHELL 4 VIRGINIA A 14375 281.54 BRADLEY, JOHN GIV 4 KATHRYN L 14412 17072 048 2.130A 28.48 BARE, RONNIE DALE 2.770A 87.16 BRADLEY. RONALD E 4 HELEN S 19271001 361 ALLEY, VANCE GERALD 17072030 009 2.700A 576.07 BARE, TIMOTHY WADE 066 197 09338 12310001 859 9.490A ALLEY, VANCE GERALD 1.000L 149.98 BRADLEY. RONALD E 4 HELEN S 19271001 362 1.000L 12.36 ALLEY, VANCE GERALD 17072030 015 0.600A 13.35 BARE, WANDA 4 CARL COMBS 09259 209 0.484A 46.64 BRADLEY, WILLIAM BASCOM JR 4 NORA 12310001 174 1.000L ALLEY, VANCE GERALD 17072030 018 0.570A 12.91 BARE, WILLARD J (Heirs) 14375 023 20.000A 735.65 BRANNAN, BRUCE W 4 CARLA P 19227 1.000L ALLEY. VANCE GERALD 4 MEADOWS, J0YC 17072 12310001 805 01369102 015 159 021 212 131 20.60 1.086.05 491.37 3.247A 43 50 2.281A 95.08 3.861 A 160.96 1.000L 12.36 12.36 537.55 6.000A 80.10 BARE, WILLIAM D 4 MELISSA M 09334048 009 2.504A 163.56 BRASWELL. SUSIE MELTON 2.000L 339.92 BARE, WILLIAM ROGER (L/E) 6.000L 669.88 BREWER, PAUL R 271.53 BARKER, ANNA LOU 4 BARKER. ANTHONY 2.382A 509.47 BRIGGS, T H 4 DOT 12310031 032 2.000L 1.000L 09302040 019 301 18255 12.36 BARKER, BLAINE DOUGLAS 15271 081 0.223A 115.46 BRINKLEY, DANIEL 15231076 021 01361128 001 0.262A 26.10 19271001 651 1.000L 20.60 BARKER, BLAINE DOUGLAS 15271 085 1.500A 123.41 BRINKLEY, DANIEL H 01361 7.973A 309.90 133.04 ALOIA, MICHAEL 4 CINDEE (1/2) 4 060 19227265 021 AMEN, LOUISE G (ET-AL) 19223 AMICK, EDEN J STEGENGA ANDERSON, DARRELL A 4 LAURETTA M 101 237 1.000L 16.48 0 689A 218.99 1.000L 13.05 1.000L 126.01 BARKER, BLAINE DOUGLAS 15271079 002 13.929A 484.59 BROOKS, DARRELL GENE 13227074 011 30.026A 363.12 BARKER, BLAINE DOUGLAS 15271079 011 3.308A 158.78 BROOKS, DAVID RALPH 4 LINDA A 16211 180 2.000L 7.900A 043 0.435A 15.02 BARKER, DALLAS S 4 GLORIA C 15231 408.90 BROOKS. DAVID RALPH 4 LINDA CAROL 16211 084 0.056A 3.37 1.000L 12.36 BARKER, DONNA MARLENE CREWS 18294 079 OfiQ 32.500A 2.250A 73.08 BROOKS, DAVID RALPH 4 LINDA CAROL 16211 168 2390A ARENA, NICK 4 VERA 12310001 553 19271001 280 1.000L 16.48 BARKER, KEITH 06251 210 2.000A 42.10 BROOKS, DAVID RALPH 4 LINDA CAROL 16211 170 0.023A 50 52 2.11 AREY, DREW 18294050 042 1.000L 674.00 BARKER, LYNDA T 02182 249 1.101 A 235.81 BROOKS, DON 4 BRADLEY 16255 023 50.950A 578.45 AREY, DREW 18294050 043 1.000L 87.00 BARKER, PAMELA JEAN B 1.000L 8.24 BROOKS, UNDA CAROL ADAMS 16211 163 0.999A 399.60 ARMES, COLONEL M 4 CLARA R 03084116 734 0.651 A 4.29 BARKER, SHERRY 4 GARNETT SEGRAVES 19227143 005 15235147 007 0.762A 43.50 BROOKS, LINDA CAROL ADAMS 16211 164 0.004A 2.11 ARNOLD, BILLY E 4 LINDA 11060 5.930A 88.84 ARRIOLA, DAVID 09263001 515 ARRIOLA, MARY B 02215 003 ARRIOLA, MARY B 02219 047 ASHBY, ROBERT HOWARD 19186 2.500A 1.900A ASHBY, ROBERT HOWARD 19186 233 272 5.614A ASHBY, ROBERT HOWARD 4 CAROLE E ASHE BODY SHOP 18298 007 19223 098 ANDERSON, FRANKIE (HEIRS) 4 19223001 580 ANDERSON, JAMES G 4 LAURIE ANN 07072 052 APLEY, JAMES E 4 ZILLAH 11007 ARD, RICHARD T 4 HELEN J VARGAS 083 1.220A 339.26 BARKER, TONY, CAROL 4 SYLVIA (L7E) 06251 144 8.000A 197.87 BROOKS, LINDA CAROL ADAMS 16211 179 1.300A 301.34 BARKER, VICKIE L 417.78 BROOKS. LINDA CAROL ADAMS 16211 184 1.01 OA 21.48 442.11 BARNES, DAVID L 4 KIMBERLY D 15271079 005 12383 035 1.000A 24.959A 0.461 A 408.60 BROOKS, MOODY 16174 087 31.600A 500.21 246.45 BARNES, MICHAEL P 09302 0.916A 18294 217 1.261 A 30.45 BARNES, PAULINE S 18294152 007 1.000L 502.82 405.60 BROOKS, RONNIE 4 AUDREY 101.77 BROOKS, RONNIE 4 AUDREY R 14404 042 4.000A 5220 163.57 BARNES, TOMMY M 4 DONNA K 18330 112 0.517A 395.16 BROOKS, RONNIE L 4 AUDREY R 02215 042 0.750A 132.90 38.362A 488.03 BARNES, WM (HEIRS) 4 RICHARD 16174 044 1.050A 13.47 BROOKS, RONNIE L 4 AUDREY R 02215 101 2.450A 1.234A 816.18 BARNETTE. WILLIAM BRUCE 4 BARNETT, 01400 012 31.129A 896.54 BROOKS. RONNIE L 4 AUDREY R 02215 118 0.387A 86.83 22.15 022 116 6.000A 273.03 BROOKS, RONNIE LANE 16255 019 20.156A 662.72 1.854A 28.75 BROOKS, WANDA LEA 13227074 002 1.480A 91.46 015 0.044A BROUCKAERT, DAVID 09298059 008 0.750A 998.05 BROWN. C LESTER 11060 0.200A 4.29 BROWN, ETHEL R MILLER 0.577A 41.20 1.000L 388 ASHE COUNTY LIMITED PARNERSHIP 09263001 289D 1.250A 2,954.21 BARR, JAMES JR 4 ELSIE 10076 ASHE HIGH COUNTRY DEVELOPERS, LLC 4.774A 3,269.81 1.000L 108.75 BARR, WILLIAM D 4 JERRY OLIVER BARRETT, JACK N 03080 04092 ASHE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES DEV, INC 19223 411 01361108 018 01357001 030 1.000L 108.75 BARRIOS, HUMBERTO 4 BEVERLEY M 01361108 022 1.000L 2.23 894.98 ASHE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES DEV, INC 01361108 021 1.000L BARRIOS, HUMBERTO 4 BEVERLY 01361019 092 0.789A 65.25 01361019 093 BASKERVILLE, ROBERT CARTER 4 PENELO 04163028 029 BASS, DAVID W 12310031 018 0.897A 966.75 BROWN, HOWARD D 15314111 023 078 09298 1.000L 513.64 BROWN, HOWARD D 18294152 031 1.000L 12.36 BROWN, JENNIFER B 4 WENDY B ROCHE 14412 127 ASHE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES ASHE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES DEV, INC 1.000L 108.75 34.80 ASHE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES DEV, INC 1.000L 17.40 01361108 034 01361108 047 ASHE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES DEVELOPMEN 01361108 003 BARRIOS, HUMBERTO 4 BEVERLY 4 1.000L 60.90 ASHE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES DEVELOPMEN 01361108 005 1.000L 635.28 BASS, JESSE (HEIRS) 01330 008 7.500A 353.84 BROWN, MARK S 4 LISA A 04159 ASHE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES DEVELOPMEN 01361108 008 1.000L 52.20 BASS, JESSE (HEIRS) 1.750A 38.28 BROWN. SOPHIA ASHE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES DEVELOPMEN 01361108 011 1.000L 21.75 BATORICK, FRANK J 4 ESTHER 01330 016 19271001 874 ASHE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES DEVELOPMEN 01361108 012 ASHE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES DEVELOPMEN 01361108 013 1.000L 21.75 21.75 BATTAGLIA, RALPH (ET AL) 19219021 021 1.000L 1.000L 14.43 28.84 BEAVER CREEK ENTERPRISES, LLC BEAVER, LARRY D 19227 ASHE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES DEVELOPMEN 01361108 017 761.39 1.000L 1.000L 43.50 088 1.250A 495.35 032 19271001I 131 0.850A 1.000L 29.58 1648 14437 080 1.154A 1,116.34 26.10 0.600A 141.38 262 4.000A 213.60 0.898A 42.90 BROWN, WALTER WAYNE 03080116I 003 18294104 001 5.355A 897.15 BROWN, WALTER WAYNE 4 ANITA L 09334048 022 19223 1.000L 4.000L 491.73 BROWN. WALTER WAYNE 4 ANITA L BROWN, WAYNE 4 ANITA 06251 1.947A BROWNING, ANN HAYES BRYANT. BARBARA S 03118 121 09306009 018 66.12 48.08 19223 207 08137 08139 010 160 184 292.52 1.000L 1.000L 1.000L 727.50 34.80 34.80 34.80 BECKER, JAMES EJR 4 VICKIE M BEEMAN, RICHARD W BEEMAN,' RICHARD W BELINA, JAMES L 12310001 698 12310001 699 06211016 005 1.000L 1.000L 4.697A 79.15 BRYANT, GEORGIA L BUCHANAN, VIRGINA GRACE 4 DAVID A ASHE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES DEVELOPMEN 01361108 031 1.000L 34.80 BELL, STACY MARK 16215 070 0.624A 19.75 BUCHANAN, VIRGINA GRACE 4 DAVID A ASHE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES DEVELOPMEN 01361108 032 1.000L 17.40 330.78 1.000L 26.10 ASHE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES DEVELOPMEN 01361108 037 1.000L 21.75 BENFIELD, JOHN D 05322 063 19271001 203 02147035 036 1.130A ASHE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES DEVELOPMEN 01361108 035 BELTRAN, NESTOR 4 ELIZABETH BENDER, ERNEST E 0.500A 20.60 39.87 BUFFALO SAVINGS BANK-291 ASHE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES DEVELOPMEN 01361108 038 1.000L 17.40 BENFIELD, ROY F 4 RUTH S 19271001 291 1.000L 1.000L 8.24 12.36 BUFFALO SAVINGS BANK-671 ASHE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES DEVELOPMEN 01361108 039 19271001 671 1.000L 1.000L 17.40 32.96 BUFFALO SAVINGS BANK-876 ASHE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES DEVELOPMEN 01361*108 041 19271001 876 1.000L 1.000L 12.36 17.40 BULLOCK, WARREN (L/E) ASHE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES DEVELOPMEN 01361108 042 1.000L 19271001 087 1.000L 592.47 ASHE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES DEVELOPMEN 01361108 044 1.000L ASHE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES DEVELOPMEN 01361108 045 1.000L ASHE ASHE ASHE ASHE MOUNTAIN MOUNTAIN MOUNTAIN MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES PROPERTIES PROPERTIES PROPERTIES DEVELOPMEN DEVELOPMEN DEVELOPMEN DEVELOPMEN 01361108 01361108 01361108 01361108 023 027 029 030 1.000L 1.000L 24.72 24.72 9.037A 1.792A 47.39 0.856A 37.123A 513.37 424.37 4.775A 100.62 BUCKNER. ARCHIE 4 JEAN 028 14408070 021 0 975A 34.80 BUCKNER, ARCHIE 4 JEAN 14408070 022 0.978A 34.80 BENNETT, CARRIE ELIZABETH 19271001 233 14429059 015B 1.000L BENNETT, DALE E (HEIRS) 07072 030 7.537A 100.57 17.40 BENNETT, DAVID 4 STEVE BENNETT 07072 069 40.000A 600.99 BUMGARDNER, MARY L/E) BENNETT. DAVID; STEVE BENNETT; 07072 19223 251 17.40 058 9.500A 165.95 BUMGARNER. DONALD C 045 6.500A 17.40 BENNETT, JAMES E 4 SHANNON 11034 16178 025 2.312A 548.17 195.20 BUMGARNER. DONALD C (2/3) 4 LAKOTA 11034 023 50.000A 1,030.46 3.18 4.045A 1,110.36 1.000L 17.40 BENNETT, MARTHA A 17040 006 4.970 343.78 BUMGARNER, KENNY 4 ELENA 474.82 006 4.970A 0.191A 35.550A 17040 336 039 BENNETT, MARTHA A 13194 ASHE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES DEVELOPMEN 08068 234.76 BUMGARNER. THOMAS W 0.912A 048 25.469A 275 1.000A 194.88 3.54 339.98 19186 153 ASHE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES DEVEOPMENT 08068 BENNETT, TRAVIS 12310 BUMGARNER, WILLIAM T 13198 1.490A 15314 071 055 143 312.51 1.000A ' 401.30 ASHE MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES DEVELOPMEN 01361108 048 ASHLEY, DEAN 4 JUDY 02147 137 3.500A 50.06 ASHLEY, JOHN JEFFREY 4 MELISSA P 02147 298 4.000A 555.66 ASHLEY, RICHARD K 4 PHYLLIS R 09223001 003 3.000L 38.16 BENTON, FANNIE D (L/E) 1.000L 169.83 19271001 531 1.000L 6.19 BEVERLY, MARK K 4 BILLIE JO CORNETT 19271001 110 1.000L 20.60 45.590A BERRY, PHILIP W 4 MARTHA K * ASHLEY, RICHARD K 4 PHYLLIS R 09223001 007 1.000L 21.20 BINOTTO, CAROLL 4 JOSEPH B SCHARIN 11030 ASHLEY, RICHARD K 4 PHYLLIS R 09223001 008 1.000L BISHOP MARTIN GEORGE 09263001 102 0.397A ASHLEY, RICHARD K 4 PHYLLIS R 1.000L BISHOP, RAY EDWARD 15239 029 85.000A ASHLEY, RICHARD K 4 PHYLLIS R 09223001 009 09223001 010 10.61 10.61 1.000L 14.85 BISHOP, RAY EDWARD 19227 421 2.307A 237.73 ASHLEY, RICHARD K 4 PHYLLIS R 09223001 011 1.000L 14.85 BISSONETTE, ROBERT 4 BERNADINE 12310001 732 1.000L ASHLEY. RICHARD K 4 PHYLLIS R 09223001 012 1.000L 14.85 BLACK. RANDY NEAL 4 BEVERLY J 09263054 007 ASHLEY, RICHARD K 4 PHYLLIS R 09223001 013 1.000L 14.85 BLACK. ROBERT H 09263001 520 ASHLEY, RICHARD K 4 PHYLLIS R 09223001 014 1.000L 14.85 BLACK. STEVEN MICHAEL ASHLEY. RICHARD K 4 PHYLLIS R 09223001 015 1.000L 14.85 ASHLEY, RICHARD K 4 PHYLLIS R 09223001 016 1.000L 25.44 ASHLEY, RICHARD K 4 PHYLLIS R 09223001 017 1.000L ASHLEY, RICHARD K 4 PHYLLIS R ASHLEY. RICHARD K 4 PHYLLIS R 09223001 018 09223001 027 ASHLEY, RICHARD K 4 PHYLLIS R ASHLEY, RICHARD K 4 PHYLLIS R 125 1,033.39 500.42 2.845.71 BURCHETTE, JEFF 4 TINA 13227 BURGIN, CHARLES W 4 LILA G (TRUSTEE 19271001 282 BURGOON. THOMAS M 4 JOANNA S 04159 BURNS. WANDA C BURNS. WANDA MILLER 270.75 1.000L 16.48 057 16.327A 747.51 02147 023 10.600A 65.56 02147 022 2.000A 156.07 BURROUGHS, ELIZABETH M 12310001 584 1.000L BUSBY, GILBERT P 4 DONNA S 09298 0.534A 16.48 50.03 BUTLER, JEROME 4 JILL 19271001 288 1.000L 1.658A 148.40 12.36 BYERS. 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The Jefferson Post is not responsible for inoorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. Charges Rates depend on size of ad and number of! runs. Please call Classified Dept. for information. Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 1West Jefferson, NC I 28694 (We accept personal check, Visa or Master Card) I Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 e-mail: classified© jeffersonpost.com Web: 140-Help Wanted ATTENTION CNA I S: PT positions for weekend work available for Home Care in Ashe County. ; If you have left pictures with us' PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANKYOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER S NOTICE: All roal estate advertising in this newspaper is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise any preferences Limitation or discrimination based on race, color,' religion, sex. handicap, financial status or national origin Includes children un­ der the age of 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate which Is In violation of the law. Our readers are here by informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 100-General Services STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem, NC Phone: 336-768-1177 Res.:336-468-8802 Bill Shugart Your source for news in Ashe County and Country: The Jefferson Post REGISTERED NURSE ASHE HOSPICE High Country Health Care - Hospice has an opening for a full-time Registered Nurse to serve Ashe County. with Milaaaeand HEALTH after 90 days. Call Tammy Jones at (800) 790-7483 Toll Free Carpenters Wanted Will train. Drivers license and vehicle required. Please call Charles Harris Construction Company Q 359-8500 Enterline & Russell Builders is seeking Carpenters & Helpers for projects in Watauga. Ashe and Avery Counties. Benefits include: •Health Insurance •Paid Holidays •401K Savings Plan Apply at office in Blowing Rock. 828-295-9568 J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 MAKE A DIFFERENCE In the life of another. Full and part time positions available working with developmentally disabled adults. Positions available in Ashe, Watauga and Wilkes Counties. GREAT BENEFITS for full time employees. High School diploma or GED and valid driver's license required. Call 828-262-5450 PRACTICE MANAGER www.jeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices 140-Help Wanted Applicants must have a current NC RN License and a minimum of one year of nursing experience. Applicant should have excellent assessment skills, good time management, and the ability to work independently. Must be a team player and self-motivated. Reliable transportation required. Mail or fax your resume to: Carole Maulden High Country Health Care System 400 Shadowline Drive, Suite 100-B Boone, NC 28607 Fax: (828)264-9154 State-licensed, JCAHO and Medicare/Medicaid certified; EEO and ADA employer. SPECIAL NURSES FOR SPECIAL PEOPLE!! We are looking for a very special person NURSE!! We have an opening for an RN to provide nursing services to people with mental retardation. Some of the work you might expect: Assessments, Drug Reviews, Training Med. Techs., Clinic. But there is also the unexpected: Sharing in the lives of wonderful people and working with outstanding clinicians in a true team environment. Competitive pay and benefits. RHA Health Services 176 Wildcat Road, Deep Gap, NC. Call 828-262-5450 RHA is an EOE and fun place to work. The Sanger Clinic, a leading cardiovascular medicine and surgery clinic caring for both children and adults with 12 regional locations recently joined Carolinas Healthcare System. We have an excellent opportunity for a personable, experienced practice Work in a fun, high manager to join our energy environment. team in the Boone Manager/Supervisor area. The ideal position available for candidate will be group home in team-oriented, Deep Gap, NC. hands-on practice manager with strong Responsibilities interpersonal and include: supervision of communication skills. up to 30 staff and In addition, must operations of a group possess the skills to home for adults with foster an atmosphere special needs. RHA of excellence. Health Services, Inc. is BA/BS in health or a large and growing, business and non-profit company 3-5 years of proven offering a range of practice management services for people with experience; developmental 2-3 years supervisory disabilities. RHA is exp., excellent verbal known for providing and written high quality services, communication skills, excellent staff training and the ability to and opportunities for synthesize information from various sources to advancement. We offer solve problems. a competitive salary, Please fax a resume to excellent benefits 828-264-8144 or package, tuition e-mail to reimbursement and mike.staples @ Carolina403b plan. shealthcare.org. Qualifications: Supervisory TRUCK DRIVER NEEDED experience, Drivers CDL's required. License and flexible Must have 2 years work schedule. experience. Experience with Local and long persons with distance driving disabilities preferred. available. Apply in person at Pay based on load. 176 Wildcat Rd„ Call for details. Deep Gap, NC 28618 336-982-3667 or call 828-262-5450. Call Geraldine at the 150-Jobs Wanted Jefferson Post 336-846-7164 to list your business in our High Country Business Services Directory!!! Classifieds make "Cents" "Cents make Dollars" POSITION WANTED CNA will give quality care to your loved one at their residence. References available. Call 977-0609 for appointment. |1| 230-Lawn Mowers For Sale 300Miscellaneous 16 HP Murray Lawn Mower. Needs some repair work. $250 firm. Call 336-846-1328 235-Christmas Trees WANTED: Entire fields, large or small, Fraser Fir Christmas Trees. Willing to assume all maintenance. Call 276-579-7733. 260-Garage/Yard Sales 4 FAMILY YARD SALE SAT, MAY 12 8 AM - UNTIL (Rain date an­ nounced later) HERBALIFE DISTRIBUTOR Free Samples. Call 888-567-8851 For Sale: Mec 600 Jr Shotgun Reloading Press, 12 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 310-Musical E J M J [iL-n -j nIIL-9 We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy, sell, tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 4 FAMILY YARD SALE SAT, MAY 12 7 AM TO NOON Rain Date May 19 Items include: gas grill, Proform 920 treadmill, 19" Magnavox TV, solid oak jewelry armoire, jewelry, boys bikes, toys, household items, ceramics, grapevine wreaths, bedding, mens Ig/xlg clothing, ladies 6-8 clothing, shoes. Numerous other items. Location: Jefferson Intersection of Old Hwy 16 behind the carwash. 336(982-3988). YARD SALE Lisa Osborne and friends are have a yard sale this Saturday, May 12th 7:00 AM.-1:00 PM Items include: Baby girl's and Girl's Brand name clothing, sizes newborn to 6/7. Little boy's clothing sizes newborn to 4T, ladies clothing, girl's pageant wear, sizes 4-6, other baby items, toys, household items, etc. Location: Home of David and Lisa Osborne 550 Friendship Baptist Church Rd. Jefferson, NC KITS Are available at the Jefferson Post for purchase. Each kit includes: 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only $5.95 each YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. Bloodhound mix puppies to good homes. Black with white markings. 1st shots and dewormed. Call 977-9309 Lab-Mix puppies free to good homes. 7 weeks •old. 336-877-5643 Local: AKC English Bulldog puppies, Championship Bloodlines. $1700 Only 3 left. 336-620-2377 ALLIANCE TRACTOR -TRAILER TRAINING CENTERS Shepherd / Collie Mix puppies to give away. 3 brown, 3 black males. Call 384-2936 The Alleghany Animal Shelter URGENTLY needs dry puppy chow and clay cat litter! Donations can be, dropped off at the shelter at 2970 Hwy. 21 in Sparta, NC. Call Robyn to arrange a bulk pick-up at 336-363-9187. 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 Tues. paper No later then -Fri. 9 am Frl. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am • FULL & PART-TIME • CLASSES • CDL TRAINING • • FINANCING • AVAILABLE • JOB PLACEMENT • for Friday/Saturday/Sundays 5:30pm to 6:30 am shift with an Associate or Baccalaureate degree from an accredited school (Medical Technology Technologist (AMT, HEW) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT. ASCP, AMT, current CPR and previous computer experience preferred. Responsible independently, without direct supervision, medical laboratory tests, procedures, experiments and analysis to provide data for diagnosis and treatment. Wytheville, Virginia 1-800-334-1203 www.ailiancetractortraller.com Accepting applications for future vacancies. Handicap Units. GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. Free to good home where dog can run. Blue Heeler-femaleunder 2yrs. Leave message: 877-2780. For Sale: Two 50 cc Royal Scooters $700 firm. 80 cc Yamaha 4-wheeler. Make offer. Call 846-1328 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC 'One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments 'Handicapped accessible 'Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available [ For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 Or call for appointment: (336)246-3460 or (336)246-2624 G3 TTD users call: (828)645-7196 Little Classifieds... 440-Offices, Bldgs., For Rent/Lease or Sale Commercial Buildings for rent. West Jefferson, 3500 sq ft, all or 1/2. Lansing -1100 sq ft. Call for details. 561-750-7512 ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. Check Out the Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers 460-Mobile Homes for Rent 2 bedroom, 1 bath mobile home in Town of West Jefferson. Large private lot, Kitchen appliances included. $500 per month, security deposit. No pets. Call 384-4228. at Deep acre, Cranberry Propane 7674, or 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 Best Deal Going: Horton Double Wide...5 Yr. Warranty. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, appliances $39,995.00 set and delivered. Only one at this price. New Generation Homes (336)973-4462. BIG RESULTS! 2 bedroom, 2 14x72 Single Wide. Brand new. Choose 2 of 3 bedrooms vinyl and shingle. You choose your colors, 5 year warranty only 24,995.00 set and delivered. You will not find better product or price. New Generation Homes (336)973-4462. Stop and see us, we will save you money. bath, Gap on 1 just off Springs Rd. heat. 846877-6872 Mobile Home, $450 per month plus deposit. Reference required. Call 846-9736 SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. Huge 4 Bedroom double wide. Beautiful home 1782 sq ft built right and priced right for $59,995.00 with lots of options, features and upgrades. Come and take a look. We will save you money. New Generation Homes. (336)973-4462. JUST ARRIVED NEW MUST SEE TO BE­ LIEVE 1600 SQ FT HOME AT FREEDOM HOMESWILKESBOROII Large Master BDR and Bath Room, Large Kitchen, Living Room, Large Utility Room, 2nd and 3rd Bedrooms, Plus Other Options. Priced to Fit Your Budget, Limited Edition Only. Call DS Prevette 973-2335 or 981-6368. NEW HOME WITH LAND! All improve­ ments: Landscaped Yard, Concrete Front Covered Porch, Big Back Deck. Must move Now $87,900.00 Will Finance. Call DS Prevette at 973-2335 or 981-6368. 510-Mobile Home Lots for Sale IT'S TIME YOU own your own home! Credit Problems is not a problem, Let Me Help! Land Home Packages * in your area. I also have lot models with large savings. Call Big George, 336-973-2335. 530-Lots & Acreage "dT you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 1115Professionals Antique Furniture Refinishing Call week days after 6:00 pm. Week ends - any time. Call 1-336-384-9102 Ask for Bob Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards, Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 Shop The Classifieds. Wilkes Regional Medical Center Caring for our community Accepting Applications for: RN's With Sign on Bonus Physical Therapist or LPTA With Sign on Bonus Respiratory Therapist With Sign on Bonus Home Care Director Hospice RN Wilkes Community College IT Systems Engineer Criminal Justice Lead Instructor We offer an attractive salary/benefits For more information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu package and opportunity of professional growth. For information on how to apply, please visit our website at: www.wilkesregional.org EOE PRE-SALES, ROUTE SALES & SERVICE TECHNICIAN Dr. Pepper Bottling Company has an immediate need for individuals in pre-sales, route sales and service areas. Experience is preferred but not required. CDL licenses would also be a plus. Pay will be commensurate with experience and ability to learn the job. These are full time positions with company benefits such as some paid holidays, paid vacation, and group health insurance. To apply: Apply on-line at www.ashememorial.org or mail your resume to: Attn: Human Resources, Ashe Memorial Hospital, Inc., 200 Hospital Ave, Jefferson, NC 28640, or email to hr@asl LIMITED QUANTITY: 1620 sq ft double wide, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, thermopane windows, dishwasher, quality built 2x4 16 on center construction by Horton Homes... delivered and set up with 5yr. warran­ ty only $49,995.00. New Generation Homes (336)973-4462. (NCA, ASMT) or Medical Technologist (ASCP) or Medical performing 500-Mobile Homes for Sale HIGH VISTA APT. 1 & 2 BR Units 307 Vista Drive W. Jefferson, NC t=j Let FREEDOM HOMES be your 1st choice! Shop here before you buy. Modulars, Doublewides or Singlewides. We can do land home packages in your area. Call 336-973-2335. Ask for Big George. For more information Call (336) 838-6204 Wc are seeking a Full-time Medical Technologist for FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our Tor rent" sections. Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 CEDAR LOG HOMES •Canadian Northern White Cedar •Hundreds of plans •Post/Beam •Licensed Builder •You build or we build •Financing 28 years in business. Call Ron Hayes 336-984-8363 Wilkes Campus Friends Don't Let Friends Drive Drunk! Scientist 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap PT Evenings Two inch space for the above costs. Laboratory Furnished 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment for rent, minutes from town. $525 monthly. Deposit required. 336246-7337. 500-Mobile Homes for Sale Nurse Aide Instructor EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Clinical 490-Houses/ Apts. for Sale Wilkes Community College Copy along with payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, INC. Program), Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Sparta at 336372-8744 for more info or visit alleghany.petfinder.com 410-Motorcycles / 4-Wheelers URGENT; Socks is a 1 -2 year old Lab/Pitbull x. He's black with a white chest and white 'speckles down his front leg. Socks is a very sweet boy and doesn't have a mean bone in his body. Socks is already holusetrained too. Call Alleghany Animal Shelter at 336-372-8744 Weekend Medical Technologist LEARN T© D R I V E We have 3 gorgeous female lab mixes look­ ing for homes. They are around 3-4 months old and would make a great addition to any family. They love to play and run. 336-877-2330 iENTfSus is a 3-4 yr. old Black Lab Mix. He is very friendly and loves to play ball. Call Alleghany Animal Shelter at 336-372-8744 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent Office hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 AM -10:00 AM Bruce is a male Black Lab mix about 4-6 mos old. His tail is partially docked. He's a sweet boy and is looking for a place he can run and play. Bruce is 100% puppy and just loves to play. Call Alleghany Animal Shelter at 336-372-8744 Wanted: Small dog kennel. Good condition. Reasonable price. Call 977-9026 Save the Date I Saturday, May 12 the Alleghany Animal Shelter and the Twin Oaks General Store are hosting an Adopt-a-Thon from 12-4pm at the Twin Oaks General Store in Sparta! Join us for music from WCOK, free finger foods, and bargains galore in a huge yard sale! Meet our adoptable animals and go home with a new friend! Call Robyn with any questions or to volunteer at 363-9187. Wanted: Eskimo Spitz 6 week to 3 years. Call collect. 336-765-3837 330-Pets TV, Entertainment Center, Toys. Baby Clothes, Baby Items, Stroller, Walker, mens and womens clothing, childrens clothing, all sizes, Electric Key­ board, Tanning Bed, Cook Stove, Dishes, Pictures, Oak Dining Table, much, much more! Location: Jefferson Don Walter Rd, just past AEV Watch for signs 330-Pets Applications will be accepted Monday, May 14,h from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the corporate offices on Highway 163. �PAGE 13B FRIDAY, MAY 11, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 1115- 1195-Legals Professionals 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administratrix of the Estate of Hattie Rosetta Campbell, late of Ashe County. North Carolina, this is to notify all persons hav­ ing claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 3744 N. 1700 East Rd., Heyworth, IL 61745 on or before the 31st of July. 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. Having qualified as Executor of the Estates of Clarence Edgar Parsons and Virginia D. Parsons, late of Ashe County. North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against s$id estates to present them to the undersigned at 2539 Cranberry Springs Rd., Fleet­ wood. NC 28626 on or before the 5th day of August, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immedi­ ate payment to the undersigned. Having qualified as CoExecutors of the Estate of Joseph S. Wolfinger, late of Ashe County. North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 354 Park Vis­ ta Rd., West Jefferson, NC. on or before the 20th day of July, 2007. or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make imme­ diate payment to the undersigned. Having qualified as CoExecutors of the Estate of Polly I. Patrick, late of Ashe County. North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 8031 S. 3410 W., West Jordan, UT. 84088, on or before the 20th day of July, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make imme­ diate payment to the undersigned. This the 13th day of April. 2007. This the 16th day of FOR HIRE Let me help pan to create unique logos, brochures, business cards, booklets and camera ready ads. High-end quality at reasonable rates. No job too big or loo small. For more information, please call Firefly Graphx at 336-982-5145 or email WANTED: This the 23rd day of April. 2007. Your Classified Ads E. Sue Miller Administratrix for the Estate of Hattie Rosetta Campbell The Jefferson Post 846-7164 ISR CLASSIC WEDDINGS This the 1st day of May. 2007. Johnny Lee Parsons Executor for the Estates of Clarence Edgar Parsons and Virginia D. Parsons Nell Fensterle Joseph F. Wolfinger Co-Executors for the Estate of Joseph S. Wolfinger 336-982-9725 Darlcne Little dandglittle@skybest.com NORTH CAROLINA. ASHE COUNTY for 1195-Legals 1195-Legals North Carolina, and the holder of the note evidencing said indebt­ edness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the un­ dersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse THE WILL BARE SUBDIVISION AS SHOWN ON PLAT OF SAME PREPARED BY A L. CUMBOW, JR., REG­ ISTERED LAND SUR­ VEYOR, AND RE­ CORDED IN THE OFFICE OF THE REG­ ISTER OF DEEDS OF ASHE COUNTY IN PLAT BOOK NO. 2, AT PACE 19 (ENVE­ LOPE 67-A) TO WHICH RECORDED PLAT REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE FOR LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF SAID LOTS. Save and except any releases, deeds of release or prior conveyances of record. Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale con­ tained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by BARRY ROGER ROARK. single to TAMMY MAZAK. Trustee(s), which was dated July 26. 2006 and recorded on November 3, 2006 in Book 00356 at Page 0470, Ashe County Registry. North Carolina. the Estate of Polly I. Patrick door Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby se­ cured by the said Deed of Trust and the under­ signed, Brock & Scott, PLLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, Bill Bradley. of the county ALL THAT CERTAIN LOT OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN THE CITY OF ASHE, JEFFERSON TOWN­ SHIP, ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROUNA AND MORE PARTICU­ LARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and custom­ ary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on May 21. 2007 at 12:00PM and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situ­ ated in Ashe County, North Carolina, to wit: BEING LOTS NO. 25, 26, 27 AND 28 OF a-LAWN SERVICES ) f Lawn Care, Inc. No J OB Too S MALL! • Homesites •Spring Work • Lot Clearing • Basement/Footers Said property is com­ monly known as 175 Shatley Roark Drive. Jefferson. NC 28640 A cash deposit (no personal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00). whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expira­ tion of the statutory •<ame BEING the same prop- upset bid period, all the ntyed to remaining amounts are erty as com Barry Roger Roark immediately due and by deed recorded owing. 07/23/02 in Book 279, Said property to be Page 71. offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being Parcel/Tax ID. offered for sale, 09302-230 transfer and convey­ BARRY ROG3ER ance "AS IS WHERE IS." There are ROARK no representations of Commonly known as: warranty relating to the 67 Shatley Roark title or any physical, Drive, Jefferson, NC environmental, health or safety conditions 28640 EXCAVATINC Weddings I Excavating & Hauling IWT Weddings j| £ Caff for Appointment s ALE Debbie Thompson CUissicwT Mountain Field Aff ordable DecoratedWedding Candelabra Rentals 'large Selection" Silk flowers arui Greenery Delivery, Set-up and Pfcfc-up 07 SP 51 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE April, 2007. Co-Executors 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation • Plumbing/Electrical Seasonal Opening & Closing All types of repairs and maintenance for your home or business. All calls returned. Maintenance Contracts by request. • Ponds 'Ditching • Driveways • Gravel. 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"DEPENDABLE AND PROMPT SERVICE " is OUR MOTTO! LfCESSED & ISSLRED Free Estimates Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds Land Clearing • Road Building Septic Systems • Basements • Footers Serving Ashe, Avery & Watauga • Call 828-773-2805 today and get your disposal removal tomorrow! Contact Robert Holman Office: 828-963-4069 Fax: 828-963-8610 828-773-4736 y —I REMODELING/CARPENTRY Residential • Locfos ' Business Cards • Brochures • Camera Ready Ads . . . MM Deb Holder Caine 336.977 2113 ( o 1 '1 p d *' * Contracting Co. 336-877-5010 Where Quality is a Tradition Work Guaranteed / Licensed, Bonded & Insured OOLS ON W HILES • Remodel Jobs RJ C AIM • Decks • Additions 336-977-2112 Repairs & Maintenance 336-384-4352 �PAGE 14B FRIDAY, MAY 11, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds Check us out online at: www.jeffersonpost.com 1195-Legals existing in, on, at. or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, special assessments. ease­ ments. rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encumbran­ ces or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and be­ lief of the undersigned, the current ownerfs) of the property is/are Barry Roger Roark. WANT TO BUY E 8 t h ® NOT ENOUGH ART IN OUR SC|FO 1 °l8. LOUIS ARMSTRONG Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation Take US Hwy 21 N-Turn Right onto Blue Ridge Parkway. Go North approx. 1/4 mile turn right on Caudill Road. (336) 789-2626 www.rogersrealty.com Dale F. Fulk, Sales Mgr. 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It wat he who wat thr lax jaiz muttiun pleate vim us on the web at ti on the billboard pop dun AmcrieaiuForTlicArts otg Jim like thr great I oui« Not bed for a kid whote fir* experience with ART. A S K Arm-inmg. all you need it a Imlr brass F O R M O R E . Give Your Graduate Som Noteworthy Praise! w Grad Ads Honor your graduate with a message in the Jefferson Post on Friday, May 25th. This is a memorable way to show your pride in the accomplishments your graduate has achieved throughout their school years. Order today! H (five tfte c^ift tfuxt (l Jane Smirk yivitty ail • Jane Smith CLass of High School Class of2007 2007 Having qualified as the Executor of the Estate of Gilda Scott Reid late of Ashe County, North Carolina, the under­ signed does hereby notify all persons, firms and corporations hav­ ing claims against the Estate of said decedent to exhibit them to the undersigned on or be­ fore July 31, 2007 or this notice will be pleaded In bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the estate of Gilda Scott Reid will please make immedi­ ate payment to the undersigned. Ashe Counry High School We are both so very proud of you and all of your accomplishments. Your hard work and sacrifice has paid off for you. You have filled our lives with so much love & joy. May life hold only the best for you. This is just the beginning of a lifetime of rewarding challenges. May you be as successful in the coming years as you were in school. Love, Mom & Dad This the 27th day of April. 2007. Scott W. Reid, Executor of the estate of Gilda Scott Reid. 101 LeBlanc Court Cary. NC 27513 WNTMSfMNCEIUMMIRSMU Uiii UiiiijEC] 0ICO (ilZJ.EX'Mi A Perfect Year Round Gift! John M.Logsdon McElwee Firm. PLLC 906 Main Street North Wilkesboro, NC 28659 Attorneys for the Estate Stay informed with news from Ashe County! Fill oul the form below and mail with payment to: Jefferson Post Circulation Department • PO Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 DID YOU KNOW? : Gift. (Subscription for. In Ashe County Name • $36 no Address everyone in the county? Seniors In Ashe Co. City A Gift from: Name. I their einldmi much better student> and belter people the title "American goodwill anihamdor" by the State to hit J& Step 1 - Go to www.jeffersonpost.com Step 2 - User name will be the number on your mailing label starting with 0 Step 3 - Password will be your zip code For more information, contact: Circulation Manager • JoEvelyn Roop at 846-7164 WALK ON THE MOON Call us at 336-846-7164. Directions: From Charlotte, NC-Take I-77 North, ACCESS THE JEFFERSON POST ON-LINE WAS THE FIRST MAN TO go to work tor you! bdr, lg. screen porch, garage TRACT 2: Grassland, 3.05+/- ac, nice view, great sites for home TRACT 3: 2.05+/- acres, well on property, excellent home site TRACT 4: 1.184 acres, excl. home site, joins pkwy., spring on tract ATTENTION JEFFERSON POST SUBSCRIBERS NO WONDER PEOPLE THINK Statement Let our Classified Ads TRACT 1: Summer home, 1.77+/- ac, 3 423-727-5113 File No.: 07-02855 Our Classifieds reach . Located on Blue Ridge Parkway on Caudill Road (SR 1468). MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY By: Jeremy B. Wilkins, NCSB No. 32346 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 392-4988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Sat. June 2nd 1:00pm Terms: 10% down day of sale. Balance due in 30 days. 10% buyers premium. Lead based inspection must be completed prior to auction. Sells "AS IS." See website for more details. Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corpora­ tion is the recipient of Federal financial assis­ tance from the U.S. Department of Agricul­ ture (USDA). The USDA prohibits dis­ crimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, age. disability, and where applicable, sex, marital status, familial status, parental status, religion, 9exual orienta­ tion, genetic informa­ tion, political beliefs, reprisal, or because all or part of an individ­ ual's income is derived from any public assis­ tance program. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabili­ ties who require alter­ native means for com­ munication of program information (Braille, large print, audio tape, etc.) should contact USDA'S TARGET Cen­ ter at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TDD). To file a complaint of discrimination, write to USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410. or call toll free (866) 6329992 (voice) or (800) 877-8339 (TDD) or (866) 377-8642 (relay voice users). USDA is an equal opportuni­ ty provider and employer. Prime Real Estate Four Tracts of Mountain Property in Alleghany LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any rea­ son. the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit Reasons of such inabil ity to convey include but are not limited to the filing of a bankrupt cy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trust­ ee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the chal­ lenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. AUCTION Slate • $33.00 Out-of-County (All) • $46.50 • Photos (in full color) give the messages a nice touch, but are not required. Love, Mom & Dad • All Grad Ads require prepayment. Name Address. Deadline: Tuesday, May 22Bd, 12:00 Noon City State Zip. • Check Enclosed • Visa • M/C Card Number Exp. Date Message: Phone I I Publication Date: Friday, May 25th, 2007 Signature. Mail coupon to: Grad Ads Classified Dept. Jefferson Post • P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 — or call (336) 846 - 7164 ~h and ask for Geraldine J �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MAY 11, 2007 PAGE 15B COMMUNITY NEWS Optimist Club essay winners recognized Front Row: Skyler Morrin, Callie Powell, Kena Patrick, Haleigh Hogg, Corinne Jones, Angela Yakel, Shelby Cochrane, Ashley Jarrett Back Row: Samantha Kepple, Holly Eldreth, Kasey Thomson, Erin Griffin, Ella Copeland, Ol­ ivia Thore and April Roten Chelsea Sexton (left) first place winner and Courtney Camp runner up The Optimist Club, which is an international organi­ zation, focuses its efforts on helping children. Each year it conducts various contests which showcase children's/ student's talents. The Central Ashe West Jefferson Optimist Club recently held its annual essay contest for high school students in which students responded to a prompt. The Optimist Club is pleased to announce this year's winner, Chelsea Sexton, daughter of Mark and Kay Sexton, and a senior at Ashe County High. The runner up is Courtney Camp, daughter of Clay and Lisa Camp and a sophomore. The winning essay is sent to the region for competition with other entries. This con­ test offers students the oppor­ tunity to compete for scholar­ ships at the college of their choice. The winners were an­ nounced at the April meeting of the club at Smokey Moun­ tain Barbecue. Club President Gwyn Campbell praised the girls for their participation and a job well done. School of Dance takes home trophies Lonesome River Band at Hayes Center On April 28, April's School of Dance traveled to Mocksville, N.C. to compete in a dance competition. April's dancers did a great job plac­ ing with very high winnings for their very first experience in a competitive environ­ ment. Shelby Cochrane started off the day dancing a tap dance to 'Greased Lightning' and placed third place out of a lot of stiff competition. Next up was Callie Powell, Holly Eldreth, Kena Patrick, and Samantha Kepple danc­ ing a jazz dance to 'Respect' and placing fifth out of four­ teen other groups. Callie, Holly, Kena, Samantha and Kasey Thomson later danced ballet to 'The Rose' and won the judge's award 'Picture Perfect' because the girls looked and danced beauti­ fully. April's final group of the day was her hip hop group, Shelby Cochrane, Ashley Jar­ rett, Ella Copeland, Olivia Thore, Haleigh Hogg, Erin Griffin, Angela Yakel, Skyler Morrin and Corinne Jones who danced their way into third place overall out of four­ teen groups. April's School of Dance also brought home the overall trophy for the best en­ tertainers out of all the other dance studios at the competi­ tion. April Roten, owner and instructor of April's School of Dance said "I am extremely proud and excited for my girls. They all did a wonderful job Saturday and all throughout this dance year. All the girls have worked very hard to per­ fect all their dances and this weekend their hard work and dedication really paid off." If you would like to see April's award winning danc­ ers in action, the public is wel­ come to come to their annual dance recital, scheduled for Friday, May 11 at 6:30 p.m. and Saturday, May 12 at 2 p.m. at the Ashe County Civic Center. Admissions are $5 for adults and $3 for children. April's School of Dance is located at 926 U.S. Hwy 221 N in West Jefferson, upstairs in the former Ashe County Youth Council building. Sum­ mer classes are set to start June 11, call anytime to sign up. Also, April's School of Dance is holding the first an­ nual dance camp June 11-15 from 9 a.m. - noon each day, and will showcase all types of dance (ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, cheer) and tumbling, shoes not required. This will be an excellent experience for young dancers ages 8 and up to try all types of dance and see which style they like best. The camp will also teach different aspects that go along with dance, such as choreography, stage pres­ ence, strength training and much more that all dancers and tumblers need to know. Please call 336-846-1545 for more information, and leave a message. Professional society recognizes local insurance agent The Society of Certified Insurance Counselors (CIC) recently honored Dennis E. Houck, CIC AAI, of Dennis Houck LLC, West Jefferson, N.C., for dedication and lead­ ership in the insurance in­ dustry. Mr. Dennis E. Houck was awarded a certificate of achievement, recognizing five consecutive years of active affiliation with the Society of CIC. The CIC designation carries meaningful prestige in the insurance profession as it signifies commitment to advanced knowledge and customer service. The Society's President, Dr. William T. Hold, CIC, CPCU, CLU, cited "This ac­ complishment denotes out­ standing achievement within the insurance profession. The high standards maintained by Dennis E. Houck will re­ flect positively on clients, as­ sociates and the insurance profession as a whole." Dennis Houck LLC is an independent agent for The Phoenix Company repre­ senting many of the nation's finest insurance carriers for property and liability insur­ ance. Dennis Houck offers insurance coverage to select personal and commercial cli­ ents in N.C., S.C., Va., and Tenn. The Society of CIC is the founding program of The National Alliance for Insur­ ance Education & Research, the nation's leading source of continuing education pro­ grams for the insurance and risk management industries. Other members of the organi­ zation include the Society of Certified Insurance Service Representatives (CISR), the Certified Risk Manager Pro­ gram (CRM), James K. Ruble Seminars, and the Dynamics of Selling and Sales Manage­ ment Programs. Saturday, May 12, 2007 7:30pm Mariam & Robert Hayes Performing Arts Center Blowing Rock, NC $20 the years, while still retain­ ing the distinctive sound that brought them their success. Tickets can be purchased by calling the Hayes Center box office at 828.295.9627, or may be purchased online at http:// www.HayesCenter.org. Lonesome River Band has been one of the most popular and influential acts on the bluegrass festival and concert circuit since the release of tbeir breakout CD, Carrying The Tradition, back in 1991. That band included current LRB band leader Sammy Shelor, as well as Dan Tyminski, Ronnie Bowman and Lone­ some River Band founder, Tim Austin. They recorded a second project for Rebel Re­ cords, Old Country Town, be­ fore Tyminski accepted a gig with Alison Krauss & Union Station, and Austin decided to leave the road to focus on his recording studio, Doobie Shea. Like any band whose success has endured for 15 years, Lonesome River Band has seen some very talented musicians come and go. One readily thinks of acts like The Country Gentlemen, Seldom Scene, Doyle Lawson & Quick­ silver, or JD Crowe & the New South as examples of success­ ful bluegrass bands whose lineup has undergone a num­ ber of complete changes over COUNTY G3®l« §®@D[iW 336-982-4297 These animals are available for adoption. BUCKSHOT M 1 R . \H\5mSBr>lfl-* S HOK I H MR KM II NS 3 months old RI r Marley is classified as a Catahula Leopard Dog which is a good hunter and recog­ nized as the State Dog in Louisiana. He loves people, kids and other dogs. Nicki Is a beautiful young adult Husty mix with the sweetest per­ sonality. Please give her a home and prevent her going to the shelter. Blossom is a long hair kitty black in color with "high­ light" markings. She has a docile, sweet disposition, is litter trained and accus­ tomed to being indoors. Saturday Is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located directly in front of the Armory on Old Hwy 16. : also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West Jefferson. NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@stybest.com I IOT iBmrxQlBV.ir old �PAGE 16B FRIDAY, MAY 11, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Dr. Jones honored at retirement by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor "Service Above Self" is the Rotarian motto engraved on a special plaque presented to Dr. Dean C. Jones Jr. Sunday afternoon during a reception held in honor of his retire­ ment. "Doc" Jones retired April 30 after 44 years as a surgeon with Ashe Memorial Hospital. The plaque was present­ ed by AMH Chief Executive Officer R.D. Williams who congratulated Dr. Jones and thanked him for his caring service. That statement, the plaque reads, is the motto by which Dr. Dean C. Jones Jr. lived throughout 44 years of surgery practice, from Jan. 10, 1963 to April 30, 2007. "I've eiyoyed it. It's been easy for me," Dr. Jones said to the many people gathered in the hospital dining room to wish him well. The emotion he was feeling came through in his voice when he added, "I don't know how Evelyn (his wife) has done it, taking care of five kids. I really appreci­ ate it." Celebrating her retirement along with her boss was Med­ ical Technician Edith Blevins, who has spent 60 years in the medical field, working for Dr. Dean C. Jones Jr. since 1976 and his father before that. Folks of all ages and from many areas came through in a continuous line all after­ noon to offer Dr. Jones their best wishes and appreciation for his care, and to enjoy the wonderful buffet prepared by the hospital cafete­ ria staff. They also enjoyed looking at photo albums and memorabilia of his years with the hos­ pital. Dr. Jones followed in the footsteps of his father and grandfa­ ther in the medical field, and his son, Dr. Charles Jones, contin­ ues the family tradition. His children and grandchildren were among those present to honor this Ashe County legend. m CONTINUE AT THE ALL*NEW;WESTf JEFFERSONXHEUROLET4TH(S SATURDAY (URVUflLK FOR THE KIDS! * CHEVROLET wm$M * Silverado 1500 2006 Chevy Colorado 4x4 Mmm 2006 Chevy Malibu Mi months,®! Stop by this Saturday. May 12 th 10am - 2pm & register to win a free TU to be given away at 2pm This week's entertainment includes Dancin* Debbie's and Megan Peeler ,«GM 200,000 MILE WARRANTY AN AMERICAN Owen Elliott EESQEEliKlEIDa? positive Congratulations to last week's winner of the Myrtle Beach •/ Vacation Getaway, Owen Elliott! cfici-soi7vjic v i*o Ic( 1 7 7 3 M OIKI I Jefferson ^ i^www.-wic I i cvv.iic%| � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 38 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Shortly before 5:30 p.m., a group of five young His­ panic males were riding on a paddle boat in the lake. Ac­ cording to authorities, the men had spent part of the day swimming and relaxing at the lake. Suddenly, the boat they were riding capsized, throw­ ing all of them into the wa­ ter. uThey tried to swim to shore, but we believe they did not realize how far it was to shore, and how much exer­ tion it would take," said Sher­ iff James Williams. Exertion, he added, that was combined with the swimming they had done earlier in the day. Two of the men made it safely to shore on their own, after attempting to help their friends. Hearing screams coming from the lake, Robert Stockwell, 19, who lives at the Lakeside Apartments, ran to the scene. Seeing three men in trouble, he dove into the lake and was able to help one man to shore. He was unable to locate the other two miss­ ing men. Authorities reached the scene soon after a 911 call at 5:30 p.m., and the search for the missing men began. There was, of course, little or no hope either would be found alive. The search continued Photo courtesy of ACHS into the evening without re­ sult, then resumed Tuesday morning. In addition to depu­ ties with the Sheriffs Office, members of the West Jeffer­ son, Warrensville, Fleetwood and New River Volunteer Fire Departments took part in the search effort. Patty McMeans and the county's Emergency Management team helped supervise the effort. Dive teams from the Warrensville VFD as well as from Alleghany and Surry counties were called to» the scene. Finally, it was a dog that made the grim discovery. A Surry County cadaver dog indicated a "find" while out on a boat. Aided by his amaz­ ingly keen sense of smell, divers were at last able to recover the bodies of the two men. "This is a truly remark­ able dog," Williams said. "He has assisted in finding over 200 bodies in his career." The two men who drowned in the incident were: • Johnathon Jomarron, 18, of Jefferson, and • Juan Jose Jimenez Resendiz, 18, of West Jefferson After some initial consid­ eration, it was decided not to do an autopsy on the bodies. Williams said that an in­ vestigation had revealed no indication of alcohol or drugs in the incident. "They had been swimming a good while, and had been to a concert to­ gether the night before," he said. "It was simply a double tragedy." The sheriff expressed his thanks to "Wanda and the girls at Hardee's for sending over biscuits and hamburg­ ers so the search teams could have a meal. We really ap­ preciate that." The victims' screams brought Robert Stockwell, 19, to the scene, where he was able to rescue one man from drowning. County receives big grant for parks by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Recreation gets a million dollar boost in Ashe County with the long awaited award­ ing of a $500,000 Parks and Recreation Trust Fund grant coupled with a $500,000 county match. The county got word this week that the third attempt to secure this grant was suc­ cessful, and plans can get underway for developing ball fields and other features at Family Central in Jefferson. Parks and Recreation Di­ rector Joe Boccardy is ecstatic about the announcement and anxious to get started with the project. "We have to thank our state legislators because they origi­ nally funded this trust fund," Boccardy said. "If it wasn't for our state legislators, who continue to support parks and recreation, we wouldn't have it. We especially need to thank Senator Steve Goss and Representative Cullie Tarleton for their support. Senator Goss went to school here, so he has a vested inter­ est in the county." "Parks and Recreation is a major quality of life issue in rural counties," Boccardy said, "helping fight obesity, domestic violence, drug ad­ dictions and the inactiv­ ity from long winters. People need things to do to deal with these issues, and parks and recreation can enhance their quality of life." County Manager Dan McMillan will be pleased to report this good news to the commissioners on Monday. "We are certainly excited to finally be lucky enough to receive this grant," he said, "and with parks and recre­ ation a tremendous benefit to the citizens of Ashe County, this will give us the ability to recognize not only Ashe by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor May is a lovely month to celebrate a birthday, and Gladys Calloway Perkins of Todd knows that well since she has celebrated 100' of them. When Mrs. Perkins was born, Teddy Roosevelt was president and the first air­ plane had flown just four years before. Since then, 16 other men have occupied the White House and air—and even space—travel have be­ come a normal part of life. Mrs. Perkins was honored by friends and family Monday, May 14 on the occasion of her 100th birthday. She was pre­ sented gifts and a multitude of cards along with special presentations from county of­ ficials. Commissioner Judy Poe read and presented a framed resolution from High Country Council of Governments Area Agency on Aging recogniz­ ing Mrs. Perkins' centennial birthday, noting that she had witnessed many remarkable and historical events during the past 100 years. A vase of roses donated by Maynard and Lena Stuart of Jefferson Florist was pre­ sented by Clara Miller, Senior Tar Heel Delegate, and JoAnn Alexander, Senior Tar Heel Alternate. Gladys Calloway Perkins was born in the Todd commu­ nity to Joseph Franklin Cal­ loway and Nettie Shoun Cal­ loway. She had one brother and two sisters. She and her late husband, William Gra­ ham Perkins, were married in June 1936 and have five children: Mary Nell Purser, Robert James Perkins, Linda Roland, Ann Hart and Jeanette Eller. They have four grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, and one greatgreat grandson. Mrs. Perkins enjoys work­ ing in the yard and raising a garden. She has enjoyed the chores of making a house a home, and attends the Church of Christ in Creston. County but the district and its future potential for recre­ ational opportunity." McMillan said with a po­ tential for six ball fields in the county, this will offer the opportunity for statewide Lit­ tle League tournaments aj?d activities. This major grunt could also lead to a potential smaller grant for additional lighting and improvements to fields at Ashe County Park. "They say, if you build it they will come, and now we have the opportunity," he said. The county has up to two years to spend the grant mon­ ey, and has already allocated $250,000 of the $500,000 county match. Application for the PARTF grant began three years ago, but the county lost out early on due to the lack of a master plan for recreation. That plan was completed earlier this See Parks, page 5 Todd native reaches 100 Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com edi tori al@je fferson post,com Driver hospitalized Post photo by Linda Burchette Regina Baker Coldiron, 49, of Jefferson, sustained serious injuries Tuesday when her 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier struck a 1999 Kenworth tractor-trailer, driven by Ray Burl Simcox, 39, of West Jefferson, on the Robert Barr Expressway near the intersection with Ashe County High School Road in West Jefferson. Trooper Joe Berrong of Wilkes, investigating the ac­ cident, reported that Coldiron was traveling south just past the intersection when her car went left of center and struck the truck head on around 12:50 p.m. Simcox veered off the edge of the road attempting to avoid the accident. The road was closed for several hours and traffic diverted onto Mount Jefferson Road. Coldiron was transported to Ashe Memo­ rial Hospital and then to Baptist Hospital in Winston Salem. Charges are pending. The ac­ cident totaled the car and caused about $7,000 in damages to the truck.Troopers Will Miller and Chuck Elledge of Ashe County are assisting in the investigation. wins award Post photo by Linda Burchette Gladys Calloway Perkins was honored on her 100th birthday by Clara Miller and JoAnn Alexander, Senior Tar Heel representatives, from left, and County Commissioner Judy Poe. Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,395 25,378 U.S. service people killed (as of 5/16) U.S. service people wounded (as of 5/16) Commissioners to meet Monday Ashe County Commissioners will meet Monday, May 21 at 3:30 p.m. at the county courthouse. Items on the agenda include: 3:35 p.m.: Sharon Sweeney with a budget request for the Ashe County Humane Society. 3:50 p.m.: Dick Miller with the county library board expansion funding request. 4:10 p.m.: Vicky Moody with information on the second annual Military Appreciation event. 4:30 p.m.: Tax Administrator Keith Little with the monthly tax report. Commissioners will hold budget work sessions on Jim Thompson, editor of the Jefferson Post, was among the winners in the 2006 Journal­ ism Excellence conducted by Mid-South Management As­ sociates Inc. Mid-South is the owner of the Post and 17 other newspapers in the southeast. Thompson won first place for editorial writing. "Best writing of all the submissions, with strong, clear opinions and an economy of words," said Owen Good, who judged this category. He noted one particular editorial, "Back to the Drawing Board," "dem­ onstrated the Jefferson Post's insistence that the commu­ nity be served by open and ac­ countable government." Thompson also won first place in Spot News Reporting in the 2005 contest and second place for Editorial Writing in 2001 and 2002. Monday, May 21, from 8 a.m. - noon and 7-9 p.m. and on Tuesday, May 22, from 3-5 p.m. and 6-10 p.m. The meetings will be held in the second floor conference room at the courthouse. 'Fit as a Fiddle' challenge ending The "Fit as a Fiddle" Locomotion Trail fitness challenge comes to the end of the line next week with the wrap-up scheduled for Wednesday, May 23. Participants in the walking project will gather at Ashe County Arts Center at 8 a.m. for breakfast and an awards ceremony. Recognition will be provided for teams and outstanding members. For information, call 846-0781. �PAGE 2A I FRIDAY, MAY 18,2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS May is Motorcycle Awareness Month by John Marsh Special to the Post Did you know May is Mo­ torcycle Awareness Month? For those of us that ride every month is motorcycle aware­ ness month but we set aside May each year to attempt to make the motoring public more aware of motorcycles on the public roads. A common response by a driver that has just violated the right of way of a motorcyclist is "I didn't see him". Are we really that invisible or is there a conspiracy going on here to sys­ tematically eliminate all motorcyclists? Per­ sonally, I don't think there is a conspiracy and I know we aren't invisible, so what's the problem? Lets face it: like it or not, we are hard to see. The frontal cross section of a motorcycle may be one half to one quarter that of the average automo­ tional competition will be held bile making it very difficult in Las Vegas, NV. Brynn will to pick us out on traffic. Even present a vocal performance the largest motorcycles like for the talent competition. the Gold Wing can be very She is currently in the dis­ hard to see. And when they tance education program at do see us because of our size East Carolina University and it may be difficult to estimate is an Agent/Broker at Barr In­ our speed. A motorcycle is capable of tremendous accel­ surance in Jefferson, NC. eration, far greater than the family mini-van. Many motor­ ists because of our size think we are farther away than we are and can't comprehend that we could be moving fast enough that they are going to be in the way. Rather than taking the time to look twice and make sure the situation at home. In addition, the em­ is safe they pull out, result­ ployee insurance plan is offer­ ing in a collision. As a motor­ ing premium cost incentives cyclist we can do everything for smoking cessation, weight right, be in the right, but still loss, and health improvement be dead right. measures. What can we do as motor­ Hugh Chatham has been cyclists to help the other guy "smoke free" indoors since see us? The first issue is color. the late 1990's. The new to­ Wear bright colors. It doesn't bacco free policy will prohibit make sense to wear dark or the use of any form of tobacco drab clothing which hides anywhere on the property of you from other traffic. Bright the Hospital, Nursing Cen­ jackets and pants will help ter, Retirement Center, Home Health, and physician practic­ es. "This initiative takete the final step forward in ensuring the health of our customers and employees," noted Pen­ nington. "We strive to remain on the forefront of healthcare through customer service, quality assurance, and stateof-the-art technology-becom­ ing a tobacco free campus is a part of that forefront." Brynn Jackson takes tide Brynn Jackson, the daugh­ ter of Kim Elliott and Brad Norton, and the granddaugh­ ter of Lee Allen and Linda Elliott was crowned the 20072008 Western North Caro­ lina Cinderella International Woman in Spruce Pine, NC. She also won most photogenic, prettiest eyes and smile, and was awarded Overall Best Personality, ages 0-26, with a perfect interview score. Brynn will compete in the State Cin­ derella Scholarship Pageant and represent Western North Carolina at the Charlotte, NC finals in June. The July Na­ Hugh Chatham Memorial becomes smoke-free QHugh jj Chatham P Memoria Hospita established, communication will be of utmost importance. Assistant Administrator Tracy Byers, who is lead­ ing the Hospital's Tobacco Free Task Parce, says that signage will be prominently placed throughout the facili­ ties and articles placed in all ELK1N—Hugh Chatham Hospital literature. Smoking Memorial Hospital will join cessation classes, as well as ninety-four other North Car­ pharmaceuticals (nicotine re­ olina Hospitals as a tobacco- placement products); will be offered to employees through free campus in February '08. "With years of documented the Hospital's new Wellness evidence of tobacco's impact at Work program* The Hospital created the on the health of our citizens, we must take this initiative Wellness at Work program in as a regional health care role early '07 as a means to pro­ model," said HCMH Chief Ex­ vide healthy alternatives to ecutive Officer Stephen Pen­ its employees. The program offers employees an outdoor nington. To help the organization's walking trail, nutrition and employees, patients, and visi­ exercise classes, seminars, tors achieve this goal within and helpful tips for making the nine months HCMH has healthy choices on the job and seen from the front. The one I have modulates between high and low beam and is 50 states legal. There are some out there that flash the headlight on and off which are illegal. Make sure you buy the right kind. I also have a rear brake light flasher. To be legal the rear flasher may only operate for 4 seconds before the brake light must show a solid red light. Again, make sure what you use is legal. At times the headlight modulator may ag­ gravate other motorists so it's a good idea to be able to turn it off when not needed. If you don't want to modify your bike then ride with the high beam on and tap the brake a few times before you apply it fully. Another strate­ gy some riders use is to move the motorcycle around in the lane. If you are approaching someone and are concerned they might pull out move the motorcycle a little from side to side in the lane. This move­ ment may be enough to make you more visible and the mo­ torist may recognize your presence. Finally you want to use lane position to your ad­ » Operation » Round Up. 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As motorcyclist, that small frontal cross section which makes us hard to see can also be used to our advantage. We can pick the part of the lane we want to ride in. This deci­ sion needs to be made based on the situation. Don't ride blissfully along without pay­ ing attention to your lane po­ sition. If you want to become an old biker, pay attention to your surroundings. Move the motorcycle with-in the lane to create a space cush­ ion between you and potential hazards. Make sure the eyes of other drivers are vis­ ible in their mirrors. If you can't see them they can't see you. Do not tarry in someone's blind spot; you're asking for trouble, remember the dead right thing. On a four lane don't let a vehicle you are fol­ lowing block your visibility to drivers that may want to pull into the traffic from the right. Go ahead and pass that vehi­ cle giving you a better view of cars wanting to pull out and giving them a better view of you. The best thing you can do is to ride with the right men­ tal attitude. Stay alert and be ready for anything. Study the other traffic to determine what is the most dangerous thing that other driver could do, then prepare for that to happen. Give yourself a space cushion between you and potential hazards giving you more time to react in an emergency. Always remember its not enough to be right be­ cause you can always be dead right. (Editor's Note: John Marsh of Todd is the District Educa­ tor in North Carolina for the Gold Wing Road Riders As­ sociation. He is available to speak to civic and community groups presenting informa­ tion that will educate both motorists and motorcyclists.) Give a little, r help a lot. 'Second City' at Hayes Center tonight Chicago's legendary comedy theatre, The Second City, will appear at the Hayes Center on Friday, May 18 and Saturday, May 19 at 8:00pm. The performance will feature some of the best sketches, songs and improvisations from Second City's forty-five year history. Founded in Chicago in 1959, The Sec­ ond City has become the premier training ground for the comedy worlds best and brightest. Their alumni list reads like a who's who of American comedy, as it in­ cludes: Mike Nichols, Elaine May, Alan Arkin, .loan Rivers, Robert Klein, Peter Boyle, Harold Ramis, John Belushi, Dan Aykroyd, Bill Murray, Gilda Radner, George Wendt, Martin Short, John Candy, Bonnie Hunt, Tim Meadows, Chris Farley, Mike Myers, you stand out. An inexpen­ sive safety vest like the ones road crews use can make a big difference particularly in bad weather and at night. My rain suit is a light gray and very hard to see in bad weath­ er so I carry a bright yellow reflective vest to increase my chances of being seen. Lights can also make a difference. I have a headlight modu­ lator to make it easier to be Yonr Touchstone Energy Partner To join, say yes when we call. Or call or visit your local Blue Ridye Electric office or online at www.BlueRidgeEMC.com Designed to expand and replace the successful BREMCare program. All funds stay In the communities we serve. The Blue Ridge Electric Members Foundation, led by your Cooperative's Board ol Directors and assisted by a local Membership Advisory Committee ot volunteers, disperses funds BLUERYDOE to Individuals in need and locally managed organizations and non-profit oloctrlc WWMOWWup corn. agencies throughout the Blue Ridge Electric Service area that share our goal ot Improving the quality of lite in northwest North Carolina. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MAY 18, 2007 PAGE 3A COMMUNITY NEWS Ashe employees take top Blue Ridge Electric honors BOONE (May 15, 2007) - It was a night for "the stars" at Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation and Blue Ridge Energies as four employees were honored re­ cently with the company's top awards during the annual employee service and special awards celebration held at the Broyhill Inn and Confer­ ence Center in Boone. Two Ashe County resi­ dents were recipients of the top honors. Kay Sexton, member ser­ vices representative in Ashe district office, received the Commitment to Community award, and Gary Critcher, ve­ hicle mechanic, was the win­ ner of the Blue Ridge Spirit award. "Our four special awards are the highest honor a Blue Ridge employee can receive because the winners are nominated and selected by their co-workers," said Julie O-Dell-Michie, vice presi­ dent of human resources and administration, referencing the four special recognition I awards given for spirit, com­ munity service, and overall operational excellence. The Commitment to Com­ munity award given to Sex­ ton is awarded annually to the employee who best dem­ onstrates Touchstone Energy and Blue Ridge values for outstanding leadership in lo­ cal communities. Award win­ ners demonstrate a "servant's heart and attitude" and have a reputation for honesty, in­ tegrity, and for building mo­ rale and team spirit among co-workers as well as within their community. In nominating her, Sex­ ton's co-workers said she not only has a servant's heart for working to better the local community, she's also known for making every experience a special event for the mem­ bers and customers of Blue Ridge Electric and Blue Ridge Energies. She's been involved in business clubs, schools and youth committees. She's used her organizational and plan­ ning skills for events to raise financial support for the local * tX* .n • SHF1* W'J *• W'M ft f> 'IK \s gV mm ** • Arts Council as well as school booster clubs, the Girl Scouts and local Optimist Club. Sexton's activities include serving on the Board of a lo­ cal residential facility that helps troubled teens and chil­ dren get their lives back on track in a safe environment. She has also volunteered at a local day care center that integrates special needs chil­ dren with their normally de­ veloping peers. It was at this day care center that Sexton and her daughter came to know and develop a special relationship with one of the young girls, and they contin­ ue that special relationship today. The Spirit Award received by Gary Critcher is given an­ nually to the employee who best demonstrates the heart and soul of the Blue Ridge companies and the mission of service they were founded upon. Exemplifying "service to people as the greatest work in life" is a key attribute of this award winner. Critcher was described by co-workers who nominated him as someone who always puts Blue Ridge first, and is one of the cooperative's most dedicated, outstanding em­ ployees. His peers said he is the one you can count on to "come running" when you have a problem, always on the lookout to provide a help­ ing hand, and always at the rescue, looking for a solu­ tion—even on Saturday or Sunday if the need arises! Critcher's co-workers said they value his honesty and integrity, and they appreci­ ate his positive, friendly atti­ tude. Co-workers also said he will be someone who is hard to replace due to their vast knowledge and expertise. They realize his work is valu­ able to Blue Ridge because it helps provide the infra­ structure that keeps things running smoothly and safely, and assisting employees in providing excellent customer Visit www.jefFersonpost.com NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Proposed Amendment to the Zoning Ordinance service. Other winners of Blue Ridge Electric's other top awards were: Touchstone Overall Excellence Award for Blue Ridge Electric: Beverly Poole of Alleghany County and the Touchstone Overall Excellence Award for Blue Ridge Energies: John Miller of Caldwell County. Blue Ridge Electric is a not-for-profit electric coop­ erative serving some 70,000 members in Caldwell, Watau­ ga, Ashe, Alleghany, Wilkes and Alexander counties. Its subsidiary, Blue Ridge Ener­ gies, provides propane and heating fuels from offices in Lenoir, Boone, West Jef­ ferson, Sparta, Conover, and Newland. Showrooms featur­ ing gas logs, stoves, fireplaces and heaters are located in each of the four Blue Ridge Electric district offices. Town of Jefferson, NC Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held by the Jefferson Board of Aldermen at the Town Hall on the 29,h day of May, 2007 at 7:00 pm, for the purpose of considering an amendment to the zoning ordinance.. The proposed amendment is as follows: Rezone from RA-15 Low Density Residential to Highway Business the 1.91 acres owned by the County of Ashe located on Cherry Drive. Parcel Identifiers 09263001 -566 and 09263001 567. The public is urged to be present for this important meeting. A copy of the proposed ordinance and map are on file in the Clerk's office for inspection by all interested citizens. Cathy L. 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Agents West (efferson Skyline Telephone 1079 NC Hwy 194 N Photo courtesy of Blue Ridge Electric Gary Critcher West Jefferson 1447 Mt. Jefferson Rd T&D Satellite Tony Lvall West Jefferson 948 Hwy 221 Business 338-846-3601 Carolina West ^—Wireless 800-235-5007 www.carolinawest.com "Proud sponsor of MerleFest!" �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Support library expansion There is no more popu­ lar public facility in Ashe County than its library. Well over half our resi­ dents have library cards, and we enjoy a per capita borrowing rate that is the envy of our neighbors. The library is a center of the intellectual life of the coun­ ty, providing free Internet access (as well as connec­ tion to many other online and electronic resources), as well as a wide-rang­ ing collection of books and multimedia materials. In addition, the library takes a major role in pre­ serving our local history and genealogy. The collec­ tions there provide a deep insight into the life of the people of Ashe County, as well as an opportunity for their descendents—living here and elsewhere—to trace their roots. Add to this an outstand­ ing children's section, and you can see why the library is such a popular place. But there are problems. Space is limited, and right now the library is constant­ ly having to choose between new, up-to-date materials and books on the shelf. There is simply no more room to expand the main collection. That means Librarian Jim McQueen and his staff must con­ stantly balance between WHO AM I'P LIKE' TOBliyA WHY AM INtt", V rv having the latest and best books and keeping the sort of depth that comes from keeping older works. It is not an easy job. Near the circulation desk is an architectural draw­ ing that defines the best solution to this problem. If the library can obtain the necessary funding, it can undergo a striking trans­ formation that will allow it to provide even better and more diverse services. As the county budget process continues, we know the commissioners face many challenges and many requests for funding. But the library deserves special attention. Free public libraries are a cornerstone of our repub­ lic. They provide to peo­ ple of all economic groups access to information—at a time when such informa­ tion is increasingly impor­ tant in life. The child from the richest family may share a book with one from the poorest—and both be enriched in the process. The commissioners need to look carefully at the requests presented to them by the library. We hope they will sharpen their pen­ cils and start the process to make those wonderful architectural drawings a facility of which the entire county may be proud. y iilm\M V0LFL)£NO I IRAQ WAR N I DA/MI/AD R0NAID FORW), WH"I AtfX-u, I ?a' SL B C* a?, w K'Ul JgL Vie n V m °<*w h , k p WW Support our library To the Editor: Your recent article about the library strikes a deep cord in this community. There is a good reason over half the county holds and uses a li­ brary card, when library use is declining nationally. Our library thinks big, works hard and stretches resources to meet many different needs, and it shows. Who else brings the state poet laureate in to present awards for its sixgrade poetry contest? (Join in on May 19th.) Our library has inspired the young to have fun while establishing good lifelong reading and study habits. Last summer over 400 youth were honored with a party for reading over 1500 hours. The library works equally hard to meet the broad and var­ ied needs of our retirees and aging seniors, and assists entrepreneurs in starting new businesses, the recently unemployed to enhance job skills and conduct job search­ es, and computer access for all these groups who may not have that access at home. Space constraints current- PAGE 4A FRIDAY, MAY 18, 2007 MAMIMK &VV7 torn Letters to the Editor ly prevent needed expansion for a teen center, computer center, study rooms and story time area to accommodate 40 children, as well as a confer­ ence center and other adult services. Shelf space has been so severely limited that the library-- and the commu­ nity—have suffered from zero growth. For every new book purchased, an existing book must be prematurely removed from the collection; this situation has existed for over 15 years. Let's continue to have a li­ brary that is the envy of much larger communities in our state. It is definitely time for the community and officials to step forward and focus on supporting the expansion program for the library, if we are to continue enjoying the scope and quality of innova­ tive services the library has spoiled us with for so long. Karen Moll President, Friends of the Library Taxes pushing telecommunication costs higher RALEIGH - The House version of the 2007-09 North Carolina state budget is out, and fiscal conservatives in the state capital are fuming. They are understandably heaping scorn on the legislative lead­ ers' assertion that some $300 million in "temporary" sales and income taxes enacted in 2001, in response to a fis­ cal "emergency," must again be re-imposed - despite the legislature's recent discovery of hundreds of millions of ad­ ditional, unforeseen revenue growth. I certainly agree with this criticism. The John Locke Foundation's alternative budget for 2007-09 proposes the immediate elimination of those temporary sales and income taxes, as we have pro­ posed since, well, the taxes could conceivably have been called "temporary" six years ago. Those higher sales and income taxes aren't needed to pay for core government func­ tions in a growing state, as some defenders of the House budget insist. The House bud­ get boosts operating spending in the state's General Fund by nearly 8 percent. It squan­ ders millions of dollars on lowpriority programs and pork. There is no fiscal need to con­ tinue to stick it to North Caro­ lina households. B u t today, please al­ low me to call at­ tention to another annoying and cost­ ly bit of tax-policy detritus fromstate govern­ ment's recent fiscal storms. Starting in 2001, Gov. Mike Easley and the legislature enacted sev­ eral changes in state tax law that, they argued, "reformed" the treatment of telecommu­ nications services to eliminate inequities and bring the taxes in line with those imposed on other retail goods. These changes yielded, by my count, at least $150 million a year in higher taxes on phone, cable, and satellite service. Unlike the aforementioned half-cent increases in sales and income taxes, these taxes were never even promised to be "tempo­ rary." They are permanent in­ creases in the cost of living for most North Carolinians. Proponents of these money grabs tried to justify them on tax-policy grounds, but the ar­ guments didn't wash. For ex­ ample, if one telecom service cost artificially more than a competitor due to inequities in the tax code, one need not have solved that problem by hiking taxes on the competi­ tor. For example, if delivering TV by cable was more highly taxed than TV by satellite, North Carolina didn't have to make everything equal by hiking taxes on satellite service. The state could have reduced the higher tax rate, or at least equalized the two on a revenue-neutral basis. Make no mistake: the motiva­ tion behind these telecom tax increases was to finance gov­ ernment growth, not to serve the interests of consumers or firms. Partly as a result of these actions, North Carolina com­ munities impose a relatively high tax burden on commu­ nications services, according to a new study by economists at the Heartland Institute in Chicago and Suffolk Univer­ sity's Beacon Hill Institute in Boston. Examining a variety of taxes and fees imposed on cable, wireline, wireless, and Internet services, the authors found that of the 59 cities studied, Charlotte had the 13th-highest tax burden. Ra­ leigh ranked 17th. Consider these compari­ sons. Charlotte households who purchase these telecom services pay about $130 more a year than Boston house­ holds do just because of taxes. Similarly, Raleigh households pay $135 more a year than do households in Las Vegas. The cost estimates are ac­ tually conservative in that they exclude some forced ex­ actions, particularly on tele­ phone and cable companies, and do not include fees that might reasonably be construed to offset the cost of using the public right-of-way to deliver services. Basically, most cit­ ies in the U.S. - with North Carolina's among the worst of­ fenders - treat telecom taxes as a convenient way to chisel revenue out of consumers in a way that won't rile them to much, by burying the monthly cost in the fine print of phone and cable bills. North Caroli­ na's effective tax rates on tele­ com services are often twice or more the general sales-tax rate. Indeed, the effective tax rate on cable TV in Charlotte and Raleigh was 21 percent at the time of the study, basically the same as the effective tax rate on beer. Watching all this is enough to drive one to drink. John Hood is president of the John Locke Foundation and publisher of CarolinaJournal.com. Watching North Carolina's budget process Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Classifieds Manager Receptionist/Data Input Customer Service Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Graphic Arts Director Graphic Artist/Webmaster Linda Burchette Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Geraldine Hartzog Sandra Osborne Heather Lewis Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Deb Holder-Caine Kelly Elliott Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. Until this year, it had been almost 10 years since I have watched the North Carolina General Assembly put to­ gether its budget. Back then, I had to watch very, very carefully because I was the legislative liaison for the UNC-System, which is an important part of the state's budget (about $2.5 billion). I had to be on my guard because there were always smart people looking for state money to support their programs. Often they would suggest ways the Univer­ sity could "save" money and then suggest that the "saved" money be used to fund their favorite programs. One of the most popular ways to "save" money at the University came up almost every year. The suggestion was to eliminate vacant posi­ tions in the University. Any job that had not been filled for a particular time period would disappear. The result was a permanent cut in the University's budget. When the "eliminate vacant posi­ tions" suggestions were ac­ cepted, I always had to accept a share of responsibility for these unfavorable results. There were many other ways to raid the University's budget, but the "eliminate vacant positions" tactic is the one I still have nightmares about. Last week, the state's H o u s e of Representa t iv es passed its version the of state's budget, w h i c h provides for the r a i s • ing and spending of more that $20 billion a year, and I got to watch. A small group of House members had been working on the budget bill for weeks, but most members got their first look at a proposed com­ plete package last week. First, the bill had to be re­ viewed and approved by the House Finance Committee, which has responsibility for overseeing the portions of the bill that deal with taxes. The next day the House Appropri­ ations Committee reviewed the spending plans. These are not small com­ mittees. Almost every mem­ ber of the House serves on either Finance or Appropria­ tions, so the largest commit­ tee room in the Legislative Office Building was full last week. The room was full of observers, too. Lobbyists and representatives of state agen­ cies were there to protect their appropriations if they could, to try to plot to have funds added to their appro­ priation, or to watch in horror as their money disappeared. The committee process is a slow one. Members are allowed to propose amend­ ments to the spending or tax­ ing plans. But certain rules make the process complicated and tiresome. One observer told me, "This is like watching paint dry." On the other hand, a long­ time lobbyist told me, "It's like a low scoring baseball game. If you don't know and love the game, you miss all the secret signals and strate­ gy. You don't appreciate what the managers and coaches are doing when they signal a bunt or change a pitcher. There is lots of stuff going on in here that most people don't see. I have fun trying to watch the plotting that is go­ ing on in this room." At the end of the second day of committee hearings, the Appropriations Commit­ tee was nearing the end of its review of the Budget Bill. There had not been much excitement as the group had dealt with a series of pro­ posed amendments, only a few of which had any big im­ pact. Most observers were still "watching the paint dry." They were bored. Some were drifting away. But the old-timers hung around. They knew that the "home runs" in the budgets games often come at the end. Former House Speaker Dan Blue rose to propose an amendment. He explained that he thought that the proposed salary increase for state workers (2Wk) was not nearly enough and should be raised significantly. He said he had found a painless source of funds that could pay for an additional increase. If the state just eliminates all state jobs that have been vacant for more than six months, the savings will pay for the increase. Blue's amendment passed and became a part of the bill passed by the House. He hit a home run for the state work­ ers. But he forced every state agency that has unfilled jobs to deal with a possible big budget cut. And, for me, he resurrect­ ed the "eliminate vacant po­ sitions" nightmare from my past. D.G. Martin is host ofUNCTVs "North Carolina Bookwatch," which airs Sundays at 5 p.m. Check his blog and view prior programs at www. unctv.org/ncbookwatch / This week's (May 20) guest is Lee Smith, author of "On Agate Hill." Next week's (May 27) guest will be Charles Frazier, au­ thor of "Thirteen Moons." �FRIDAY, MAY 18, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Annual Heart Walk set for this Saturday at 1904 Courthouse by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Walking is good for your heart, and with all the beau­ tiful scenery this time of year, walking in Ashe County is good for your soul. Do some­ thing good for your heart and soul this Saturday and join the annual Heart Walk. The event is open to ev­ eryone with free registration beginning at 8:30 a.m. at the 1904 Ashe County Courthouse in Jefferson. Opening ceremo­ nies will precede the walk, which begins at 9 a.m. Master of Ceremony and Commission Chairman Rich­ ard Blackburn will open the event along with presenta­ tion of the colors by the Ashe County High School JROTC. Warm up exercises will be led by Cynthia Dixon from Ashe Memorial Hospital's Mountain Hearts Center for Wellness and Prevention. A keynote address will be given by heart disease survivor Jim Payne, and musical enter­ tainment will be provided by Jerry Smith and Friends. The walk will be led by the "Red Hats," survivors of heart disease. The walk will take place from the old courthouse along Business 221 to the intersec­ Local students graduate from Wilkes Community College Wilkes Comunity College's graduation exercise was held on Tuesday, May 15, at 5 p.m. at the Doc and Merle Watson Theatre on the Wilkesboro Campus. Presenters for the program were Dr. Gordon G. Burns, president of Wilkes Community College; N. Susan Whittington, chairperson of the board of trustees; and Philip Mar­ shall, president of the Student Government Assoication. The presentation of candidates was made by Dr. Dean E. Sprinkle, vice president of Instruction and Student Services, and the academic division deans, Blair Hancock, Kristen Macemore, Larry Taylor and John Hauser. Cathy Freeman was the pia­ nist and Olivia Brooke Minto was the soloist for the ceremo­ ny. Following the ceremony, a reception was held near the Watson Theatre for graduates, faculty, staff and guests. The following Ashe County residents received degrees and certificates: CATION - CONCENTRATION IN TEACHER ASSOCIATE: Geneva Bauguess Absher, Crumpler. OFFICE SYSTEMS TECH­ NOLOGY: Betty C. Stanley, Jefferson; and Barbara Grogan Testerman, Fleetwood. DIPLOMA PROGRAMS The following students re­ ceived one-year diplomas: EARLY CHILDHOOD EDU­ CATION: Lynn Greer, Lansing. CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS The following received certlnPfltPfl' ACCOUNTING - Cost Ac­ counting Clerk: Angela C. Ro­ land, Jefferson. BUSINESS ADMINISTRA­ TION - Credit Assistant: Wan­ da Sue Pennington, Warrensville. NETWORKING TECHNOL­ OGY - Windows Administra­ tor Trainee: Jonathan David Church, West Jefferson. ceived Associate in Applied Sci­ ence degrees: ARCHITECTURAL TECH­ NOLOGY: Zachary Royce Church, Fleetwood. BROADCASTING AND PRODUCTION TECHNOL­ OGY: Michael Christopher Blevins, Laurel Springs; and Rebecca Jane Duvall, Crum­ pler. COMPUTER ENGINEER­ ING TECHNOLOGY: Steven Michael Houck, Fleetwood; and Kevin Worth Miller, Lansing. ELECTRICAL/ELECTRON­ ICS TECHNOLOGY: Travis Cornett, West Jefferson; Roger Christopher Hill, Piney Creek; Marty Ray Main, Crumpler; and Jeffery Allen Wellington, West Jefferson. ELECTRONICS . ENGI­ NEERING TECHNOLOGY: Kevin Worth Miller, Lansing. HORTICULTURE TECH­ NOLOGY: Teresa Kim Cashatt, Creston; Susan Richardson Gilley, Lansing; Tina Marie Jen­ sen, Lansing; and Tina Carol Landreth, Fleetwood. INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY: Gregory D. Baldwin, West Jefferson; Jeffrey Ryan Eastridge, Creston; Roger Christopher Hill, Piney Creek; and Benjamin Allen Maye, Crumpler. DIPLOMA PROGRAMS The following received oneyear diplomas: AUTOBODY REPAIR. An­ drew Lee Weaver, Warrensville. INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY: Gregory D. Baldwin, West Jefferson;Jeffrey Ryan Eastridge, Creston; and Beryamin Allen Maye, Crum­ pler. CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS The following received cer­ tificates: HEAVY EQUIPMENT TECHNOLOGY - Engine Sys­ tems: Robert Shane Duncan, Lansing. Vehicle Maintenance: Rob­ ert Shane Duncan, Lansing. INDUSTRIAL SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY - Heating, Ventilation and Air Condition­ ing: Gregory D. Baldwin, West Jefferson; and Benjamin Allen Maye, Crumpler. Industrial Electrical Sys­ tems: Gregory D. Baldwin, West Jefferson; Jeffrey Ryan Eastridge, Creston; and Benja­ min Allen Maye, Crumpler. Machine Maintenance I: Gregory D. Baldwin, West Jef­ ferson; Jeffrey Ryan Eastridge, Creston; and Benjamin Allen Maye, Crumpler. Machine Shop: Gregory D. Baldwin, West Jefferson; Jeffrey Ryan Eastridge, Creston; and Benjamin Allen Maye, Crum­ pler. Health Sciences Division ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE GRADUATES Arts and Sciences Division The following students re­ ASSOCIATE GRADUATES ceived Associate in Applied Sci­ Two-year associate degrees ence degrees: were awarded to the following ASSOCIATE DEGREE students: NURSING: Franna White ASSOCIATE IN ARTS: Pen­ Cline, West Jefferson; Tina Hart ny Barker Brewer, .Jefferson; Ham, Lansing;Teresa Ann Mill­ Chad Stephen Garn, Creston; er Jones, Grassy Creek; and Ju­ Linda Linde Hinkelmon, War- lie Asleen McNeill, Crumpler. rensville; Chastiney Damans HUMAN SERVICES TECH­ Jones, Lansing; Bradley Ron­ NOLOGY: Norma Jean Bald­ ald Martin, Crumpler; Rachael win, West Jefferson; Terry Mor­ Anne Reash, West Jefferson; gan Grubb, West Jefferson; Lori and David George Wedderburn- Denise Hamm, Lansing; Lisa Stewart, CiWnpler. Blevins Maye, I^ansing; Jenni­ ASSOCIATE IN GENERAL fer Ashley McCormick, Fleet­ EDUCATION: Jonathan David wood; Carrie Marie Osborne, Church, West Jefferson; Kelly West Jefferson; Kaye Whitley Banks Day, West Jefferson; and Penegar, Crumpler; and Shana Falon Renee Holman, West Jef­ Miller Weaver, Crumpler. MEDICAL ASSISTING: ferson. Melanie Kaye Baldwin, West Business and Public Service Jefferson; Nancy Carol Elliott, West Jefferson; Amanda Dawn Technologies Division Farmer, Lansing; Wanda Mor­ ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE GRADUATES gan Lewis, Jefferson; Norma The following students re­ Jean Pasley, West Jefferson; and ceived Associate in Applied Sci­ Linda Testerman Roten, Laurel ence degrees: Springs. ACCOUNTING: Monica DIPLOMA PROGRAMS The following received oneG. Cox, Creston; Kathy S. Dol­ lar, West Jefferson; Joni Ann year diplomas: DENTAL ASSISTING: SheeFarmer, Jefferson; Beverly Lynn Hamby, Deep Gap; Tina na Janelle Miller, Jefferson. CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS M. Hardy, Creston; Shirley Gilley Miller, Jefferson; Patricia The following received cerDarlene Weaver, Lansing; and tlnpatpc' MEDICAL ASSISTING: Whitney Leigh-Ann Wineberg, Transcription: Doris Facsko, Deep Gap. » ADVERTISING AND Lansing. GRAPHIC DESIGN: Wendy Industrial, Engineering and Lynette Lewis Cole, West Jef­ ferson; and Chad Ray Patrick, Customized Industry Training Division West Jefferson. BUSINESS ADMINISTRA­ ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED' TION: Kimberly Brinegar SCIENCE GRADUATES Blevins, West Jefferson; Lind­ The following students resay Price Cooper, West Jeffer­ son; Claire Noreen Halsey, Lau­ rel Springs; and Cazel S. Pruitt, Lansing. BUSINESS ADMINISTRA­ Jtappy 100* ^Birthday on May 15 TION - CONCENTRATION IN MARKETING AND RETAIL­ ING: Maxine Dougherty Hoosier, Lansing. CRIMINAL JUSTICE TECHNOLOGY: Roy Samuel Finley, Lansing. EARLY CHILDHOOD EDU­ CATION: Sheila Bledsoe Hol­ man, West Jefferson; Janet L. Houck, Crumpler; Angela Os­ t'Jtii borne Patrick, Lansing; Melissa Eller Rash, Creston; Brenda c m Miller Roten, Jefferson; and Cristina Rebecca Victoria, Lan­ May god bless you with many morel sing. EARLY CHILDHOOD EDU­ ^ Tram your " love. tion near Food Lion, then right on U.S. 221 to the intersection with Long Street, right on Long Street back to Business 221 and ending up back at the old courthouse for closing cer­ emonies. Door prizes donated by local businesses and individuals will be awarded following the walk. Tickets for the door prizes are donated by Carolina Printing. Water is provided by area gro­ cery stores and handed out by local Boy Scouts. Ice is donated by Dollar Mart. Snacks are provided by the Extension and Community Association. A T-shirt will be presented for every $100 raised through the walk. Proceeds benefit the American Heart Association. Jefferson Police Department and Ashe County Sheriffs De­ partment will provide an escort to the walkers. Nancy Kautz is providing the support ve­ hicle and Ashe County Rescue Squad is providing emergency assistance. For more information, call Nancy Kautz at 846-0781 or Jerry McMillan at 846-2821. and facility needs. The com­ missioners approved $25,000 to develop a plan that would span the next 20 years, with needs prioritized through one year, three years, five, 10, 15 and 20 years. This plan puts the county into a better posi­ tion to receive grants for up­ grading existing facilities and adding new facilities. * Vannoy and Sons Con­ struction Company assisted with budget numbers. * Engineer Bill Mahler helps the county with engi­ neering needs. "I would personally like to thank the commissioners for their continued support," Boc­ cardy said. "They see what is needed, and if the public is happy with parks and recre­ ation, then the commissioners are happy. Thanks also to Car­ ol Coulter. She was the origi­ nal visionary of this project. And I want to commend Dan McMillan for his support of our department. If it weren't for his support, we wouldn't have come this far. And to my recreation advisory board con­ sisting of Dr. Leigh Bradley, Russ Hanes, Steve Johnson, Michael Vannoy, Marc Payne and Carol Coulter." Boccardy said it will take about 36 months to complete the project. He will undergo a planning workshop with the county finance officer in preparation for the planning of the project. Construction work is expected to begin once the soccer and youth football seasons are over. The project will lead to the loss of a soccer and a football field and Boc­ cardy hopes to find space for these activities in other areas such as schools and commu­ nity centers. The excitement over ac­ quisition of this grant leads to enthusiasm for future im­ provements at Family Cen­ tral. Boccardy said he has hopes for a fitness center and swimming pool. "What a great model Fam­ ily Central is," he said. "We took an abandoned school and created a recreational facil­ ity and social services hub, a commercial kitchen, and ren­ ovated the whole place. Now with the new ball fields and hopefully the addition of a fitness center and swimming pool we can continue to be a great asset to the county. No doubt we can accomplish this goal with the competency and dedication of the parks and recreation staff." Parks continued from front page year in time for the third ap­ plication, which turned out to be the charm. The PARTF grant is avail­ able through the North Car­ olina Division of Environ­ ment and Natural Resources (DENR). A portion of real estate sales, called stamps, goes into a fund in Raleigh for conservation and recre­ ation. Municipalities can ap­ ply for grants through this fund with a dollar per dollar match. Ashe County was able to apply for a grant to build ball fields, a walking trail, concession stand with restrooms, a playground, and do other renovations including parking for up to 100 more vehicles. There are four use­ able ball fields behind Family Central, and the grant will help renovate an existing field and build two new ones. Boccardy told the commis­ sioners that this project will bring in additional revenue through concessions, tourna­ ment fees, advertising ban­ ners, etc. "We want to create showcase ball fields to hold tournaments with all the ne­ cessities," he said. "When it comes to creating showcase ball fields, we need to focus on the details. We want to attract Little League games and tournaments, and that will be great for Ashe Coun­ ty" A PARTF grant in the amount of approximately $198,000 - with a match from the county for a total of ap­ proximately $396,000 - was obtained for previous reno­ vations to Ashe Family Cen­ tral for the gymnasium and other recreational facilities. This previous grant, plus the fact that Ashe County has no recreational complex, helped with the grant application. Boccardy said the new grant will also help in obtaining fu­ ture grants. Boccardy extends appreci­ ation to all those who helped with this grant project: * Jason Vance with High Country Council of Govern­ ments helped write the grant for parks and recreation and served as liaison among the various agencies. * McGill & Associates and Mike Norris created the mas­ ter plan and drawings. The Parks and Recreation Trails and Greenspace Master Plan is a community-wide assess­ ment of the county's parks 4 SHOWTIME! Sun-Thurs 7PM On\v Fri & Sat 7 & 9PM lUli^ll.lll.».Ul.lll»ll»ll.llaiUlUll.ll..ii.»ll..ll.ll.ll.ll.ll.ll«ll •ll-.U-.ll.lll.lUIUl Theofre One w Spider-Man 3P irararilmraraHHBiHrarararararararahihirararararanniMno Theotre Two Shrek the Third i -=nc SJlo ot o f 2 > a n a s pxssznts tfie 1st c^fnnuaf Jlessie Hoop anas Camp ONE WEEK - ONE CHANCE TO LEARN BALLET • JAZZ • TAP • HIP HOP • CHEERLEADING • TUMBLING JUNE 11TH • 15™ FROM 9AM TO 12 NOON ANYONE AGES 8 AND UP To sign up call: April at 336-846-1545for more information and leave a message Summer classes will also start June 11th, 2007 ASD Dance Studio • 926 US Hwy 221 • West Jefferson, NC smi 4 NATIONAL WILD TURKEY FEDERATION HUNTING HERITAGE BANQUET Gospel Singing at Ashe County Worship Center COME HEAR 3RI> ANNUAL BANQUET May 18th, 2007 at 6:00 p.m. at Mountain Music Jamboree in Glendaie Springs THE FREEMANS Sunday Evening, May 20 th , 2007 at 6:30 PM * Door Prizes to be Given Away * Purchase your raffle tickets for a chance to win free guns! Ashe County Worship Center is located at Tickets available at the door or by contacting Tim Vannoy at 336-982-9373 For more information, please call 846-11 89 863 Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. ^ �PAGE 6A JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MAY 18, 2007 CO M M U N I T Y NE W S Yolanda King, Christian playwright, activist, dies Yolanda King, eldest daugh­ ter of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King, has died suddenly in Santa Monica late Tuesday. She was 51. Born i n Montgomery, Ala­ bama, two weeks before Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat on the bus and triggered the movement that ultimately desegregated t h e South , Yolan ­ da King was in the midst of the struggle for human rights all o f h e r l i f e . K i n g h a d p a r t i c i ­ pated in numerous civil and human rights demonstrations a n d h a d spoken before count ­ less religious , e d u c a t i o n a l , c i v ­ i c a n d h u m a n rights groups . At the age of eight, King wro t e a p l a y i n w h i c h s h e d i ­ rected her reluctant siblings and subsequently performed f o r h e r p a r e n t s a n d friends . By the age of 12, she had choreographed two musicals a n d directed several theatri ­ cal productions. These early initiatives began a career in the performing arts, which led her to The Actor's and Writer's Workshop i n Atlanta , Georgia , where she studied theatre and appeared in productions in the A t l a n t a area . After graduating from Hen­ ry Grady High School in the top 10% of her class, she con­ tinued her education at Smith C o l l e g e i n Northampton , Mas ­ sachusetts, receiving a B.A. degree with honors in Theatre a n d African - American Stud ­ ies . While a t Smith , s h e co directed the Student Theatre Workshop and portrayed a wide diversity of characters in productions both at Smith through the arts) with Attal- lali Shabazz, the eldest child of Malcolm Shabazz. In X and Dr. Betty 1990, she formed Higher Ground Productions. Its first Yolanda King (1955-2007) and the surrounding area. She then moved on to New York where she obtained a M.F.A. in Theatre at New York Uni­ versity and directed and per­ formed in productions in New York and the Tri-State area. She considered herself an artist-communicator who was committed to using her talents to affect social and personal change. King combined her in­ volvement with human rights organizations and causes with her artistic pursuits. As she explained, "While it is impera­ tive to actively challenge the forces that deny human beings their right to a decent life . .. one must also stimulate and impact the hearts and minds of both the privileged as well as those who have been too long denied. Within the arts lies this power." Her career reflected this belief. In addition to work­ ing with a number of human rights organizations and causes, King was a founding member of Christian Theatre Artists and for 10 years she served as co-founding director of NUCLEUS, (a company of performing artists dedicated to promoting positive energy project was 'TRACKS," a mul­ timedia theatrical production celebrating the philosophy of Dr. King. This one woman show featuring Ms. King por­ traying 16 characters, toured the country for four years. Higher Ground Productions' most recent project,"Achieving The Dream," premiered during the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta, Georgia and is currently being performed around the country. As a seasoned and respected actress, many of King's stage, television and film credits re­ flected her interest in social change and include portrayals of Rosa Parks in the NBC-TV movie "King" with Paul Winfield and Cicely Tyson; of Dr. Betty Shabazz in the feature film "Death of A Prophet" with Morgan Freeman; and of Medgar arid Myrlie Evers' daugh­ ter Reena in Rob Reiner's Golden Globe nominated film "Ghosts of Mississippi." Her performance as Mrs. Crawford in the HBO Special "America's Dream: The Boy Who Painted Christ Black" contributed to­ ward five Cable Ace Awards and the N.A.A.C.P. Image portrayed the role of Mama in Lorraine Hansberry's "A Raisin in the Sun." Her most recent film projects brought her together with some of Hol­ lywood's famed actors: "The Secret Path" with Delia Reese and Ossie Davis;"Funny Valen­ tines" with Alfre Woodard; and "Selma, Lord, Selma" with Jurnee Smollett for ABC's "Won­ derful World of Disney." At the time of her death, King still maintained an active sched­ ule speaking and performing throughout the United States and Europe, while working on theatre and film production projects from her home in Los Angeles, California. She recently had made her television series debut play­ ing Judge Esther Green in the hit CBS series "JAG". She was most proud of her portrayal of Odessa in the short feature From Asheville, NC At Blue Ridge Worship Center, Hwy. 16 S at Glendale Springs Friday; May 18 - Sunday; May 20 Fri. and Sat. nights begin at 7:30 pm Sunday at 11:00 and 6:00 pm For three years, Ms. King served as a Visiting Profes­ sor, teaching in the Theater Department at Fordham Uni­ versity in New York City. At Fordham, she directed and Assembly of God Church Bald Mtn. Baptist Church 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Corner of Fa*-Roland A McNeil Sis • Jefferson (88 West • Uft on McNeil. One Blink) Sunday School - 9:50-10:15 a.m. Morning Worship • 10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman 'Pastor Dixon and church members cordially invite Jay's friends and others to come out and hear his messages in song and word." Beaver Creek Christian Church Big Flatts Baptist Church Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Pastor, Chris Cox Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! Baldwin Community Church Pastor George Norris Pastor: Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 246-2979 220 Lynch Colvanl Rd.. Jefferson. NC Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Bethany United Methodist Church Blue Ridge Worship Center 336-877-2801 Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2042 1549 llwy. I <W Souili • I,xid 11 mi. off Hwy 221) SUNDAY • Sunday School 10:00AM Worship II:OOAM and h.OOPM MONDAY - CWtmuntty Cure 6:00PM (Prayer A Outreach) WEDNESDAY- f amily Night 7:00PM (All ages) (Millions Ministry, Van Ministry. Teen Time) "A ChurchJncusrd - on faith, family A thrjuture" Church of Christ at West Jelferson Cornerstone Fellowship 1460 Bald Mtn. Hd.. Wat Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service - 11:00am Sunday Evening Worship - 7:00pm . Wednesday Evening - 7:00pm Haldmountaincliurch.orK Email: Buldmountnln@skybest.com 221 8,mien St.. t()J) Buck Mm. Road) Doug Frazier, Minister Sun. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Bible Study 846-56J 5 Chun h Office or 846-5616 Preacher's Residence Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Friendship Baptist Church Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 891 Friendship Baptist ( hurch RdJcfFerson, NC 495 Highway 194 South Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs PastoT Lewis Poag Sunday School -10:00 am Sunday Worship Service - Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. "And He led them as faras to Bethany... and He blessed them" Luke24:50 Sunday Morning Worship 8:30AM and 11 :00AM Family Time - 9:30AM Sunday School - 1():00AM 11:00 am & 6:00 pm "Join Us in worship to Christ' Sunday Evening Worship 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study 6:45PM Services en Espanol Sabados a las - 6:00PM Clases de ESL Scrvicios a las - 7:00PM Nursery provided for all services Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church "Come at wm art. you mill be laved" Sunday School 10:00 a.m Worship <5 Praise 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m. Robert St. off Bare (Church) 846-9378 Childrens Sunday School -10:00 AM St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh Mam A Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass - 9:00 AM Saturday Evening Mass • 5:00PM English A 7:00PM Spanish Weekday Morn. Mass - Call for times rectory Jim Dawes, Minister Suiuluy School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Service 6:30p.m Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church W'E.sr JeJ}i i^un 246-3820 Deep Ford Rci. Lansing Casual & Contemporary Saturday Night 7:00p.m. Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00a.m. Sunday School at 10:00 a m. Worship at 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00p.m. Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00p.m. Healing Springs Baptist Church Jefferson United Methodist Church Kev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor Rev. Keith Casey 115 Last Main St., Jefferson, NC Sunday School - 9:00 tun. Sunday Worship Services-10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Servicev - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Sen ire • 74X1 p.m. We invite vnu to join us for a God centered. family worshipping experience. Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh 9178 Old Hwy. lb • Crumpier, NC Sunday School- 10:00A.M. Sunday Morning Worship Service- 11:00A.M. Sunday Evening Worship Service - 7:O0P. M Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00P.M. Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship e.\perience. 9:OOa.m. Early Worship 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages 11:00 a.m. - Formal Worship Service 1957 US Hwy 221 N. Jefferson, NC (336) 246-4764 Mt Paddy Church North Beaver Baptist Parish of the Holy Communion "Loves you and wants you (Episcopalian) Rev. David Grinned • 982-2080 Pastor: Tim Roten Warrensville United Methodist Church Offict Phont: JM-m-m• Rer. Louie Jones - Pastor Sunday School ~ 10:00AM Worship ~ 9:00AM Visitors become family Ml. Jefferson Baptist Church 9:45 a.m. Sunday • Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Suht/ay Worship Service 6:30 p.m. Sunday • Sunday Night Service 6:00p.m Monday • T.E.A M IO:OOa.m. Tuesduv • Joy in the Morning 7:()Q p.m Wednesday • Prayer Meeting Seventh-Day Adventist Church of Warrensville Pastor: Kevin Morgan Holy Trinity Church Smethport I tide pendant Baptist Church 336-384-3391 Sunday Evening WorShl} ', 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Serv ice 7:00 p.m. "A Life Worth Living!" We would love to have you come worship with us. !" We have a nursery and children churrhes available 192 Church Street Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. (336) 246-9512 lo fellowship with us every Sunday 846-7481 336-846-2429 194 and 88 West, Smethport. NC Sunday School 9:45 a.m. • Worship 11:00a.m. Sunday Night Services 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m. Missions Building by Faith Promise Buck Mountain Baud Non-Denominational Worship • 11:00 AM Pastor James T. Sechrest Friendly Grove Baptist Church Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 Hwy. 163 West Jefferson Pastor Rick Miller Sunday School • 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship • 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00 p.m. Adult Sunday School - 9:30 AM Fleetwood, NC Barnett St. • West Jefferson 846-3954 Worship limes: Sunday School • 9:30 A.M. Worship -10:30 A.M. Sunday Preaching Service -6:00 P.M. Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study • 7:00 P.M. Bitty Robinson - Pastor King has been honored with n u m e r o u s presentations , a w a r d s a n d c i t a t i o n s b y orga ­ nizations around the country a n d w a s n a m e d to Outstand ­ ing Y o u n g Women o f Ameri ­ ca. She was a member of the board o f directors o f t h e Mar ­ tin Luther King, Jr. Center for N o n v i o l e n t S o c i a l Change , I n c . (the official national memorial to Dr. King) and was founding director of the King Center's Cultural Affairs Program. She served as honorary co-chair of the Memorial to Our Lost Children and was a member of t h e S o u t h e r n C hr is tian Lead ­ ership Conference , the Part ­ nership Council of Habitat for Humanity, a sponsor of the Women's International League for Peace and Freedom and was a lifetime membership in the N.A.A.C.P. Evangelist Jay Price Award for Best Television Movie or Mini-Series. Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA film, " Odessa". Glendale Springs 10:00 a.m. Saturday Sendees: Bible School - 10:00 AM Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Phone - 982-3076 Welcome Home Baptist Church y 336-667-6092 West Jefferson United Methodist Church Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Sunday School • 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4th> • 7:(H)PM Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:(M) A.M. Children's Church and Nursery Provided Wednesday Nlghi Bible Study • 7:00PM Youth Services • Sunday • 6:00PM Van Transportation Available Pastor Home: 336-384-3188 • Cell: 336-977-1009 We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! www.wjumc.net Your Guide To To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 Comer of Hwy. RID-A-BUG 221 &. Cherry St. EXTERMINATING Jefferson Termite & Pest Control HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPPLY. INC. Mountain A ire "Complete Une of Huilding Supplies " 246-4222 246-6077 141 Lyalle Lane, Jeffereon, NC (Just off Ashe Park Road) Open Mon-Frl • 7am-5pm 336-902-9021 Ashe County JJJQ Builders Supply Old Hwy 221 -S. Heaver Creek • West Jelfcrvm j 336-246-3367 'All Praise Br To God Fur Our Success 262-3700^=^ Boone, NC Compliments of Seafood & Stea Id i ouse Weekly Specialties 1 VANNOY & SONS CONSTRUCTION VANNOY COMPANY mM A P '••y " Hwy 16 8c 163 Intersection -'-T ~jP Glendale Springs, N • 336-982-3060 .C. JEFFERSON POST 200 Hospital Ave. ( 203 South Second Ave. West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.jeffersonpost.com 336-846-7164 Fax: 336-846-7165 Jefferson, NC V W ) 336-246-7101 ivioxv.ashemcmorial.org mm ,:i, ^ 739 US Hwy 221 Bus We Offer LP Gas • Gas Heaters 246-7131 Fire Logs • Cooking Equipment 203 East 1" Street 'West Jefferson, NC Convenient 7 Days A Week WIDXRR ComitrnM Commercial arul Residential P() Box 972 • W«*t Jefferson, NC 336-246-6482 Faxt 246-6402 Dr Pepper Bottling Company West Jefferson 246-4591 502 Jefferson Ave. • 336-246-8806 BILL BART (MSTRHTIOX Jefferson, NC All Types Dozer Work Hauling dcTrackhoe Work Home: 336-246-HART (4278) ShopK 336-846-7025 552" Auto Express Kwlk Lube, Inc. Owner/Manager - David Miller 608 W. Main Street • Jefferson. NC • 246-5945 T| 24-HOUR BURNER SERVICE MS. Your Full Service Oil Company 846-9241 Call Ronnie Hopkins ASHE COUNTY CHEESE Y) Off Moontin CMDv Own Mil Our Fresh Churned Butler 106 E. Main St. 246-2501 BmSSm 246-9969 Call Pete at 246-7039 Serving Ashe County tor over 20 Years H&W Oil Company West Jefferson Mon-Sat~8:30 AM - 5:30 PM The Jewel Shoppe 785 East Main Street The Mountain Village Shopping Center Jefferson, NC 336-246-4155 High Country Paint & Performance 1358 W. King Street • Boone 828-264-0439 or 800-452-0343 p |^* PPG Paints 3-M Products hllS Billy Blcvins • Tommy Little Pollard Glass 21/ Burkett Avenue West Jefferson, NC 336-S46-4176 0 CARDINAL LANES Family Fun Center J"Church Groups Welcome" Discounted Rates I 787 Hwy 221, West Jefferson 336-246-7077 Evenings PONTlACHUinK' Hwy 421-Boone, NC C5MC C^J 828-264-9051 ammamr www.mackbrowninc.com O&aernom, K-jboFo. fioone, Kultota., Jttc Your Local Equipment Dealer For All Your Equipment Needs 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap, NC 828-263-8464 • www.boonekubota.com s hJLjS ^1 1 We Build Your Home The Way You Want It HOMES www.classichomes Intersection US 221 & NC 163 • 1620 NC 163-E West Jefferson. NC • 336-246-3600 �PAGE 7A FRIDAY, MAY 18, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Dog Park Society hosts yard and bake sale at Ashe County High School Friday May 18 Christian Union Church will be holding a revival begin­ 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.: Family Caregiver Support group meeting at Ashe Services for Aging. 3 p.m.- 4:30 p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central. This is an opportu­ nity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. 4 p.m.: Fish Fry To Benefit Ashe Outreach Ministries and Mobile Meals. $8 Donation for Large portion of Fish, Fries, Hushpuppies, Slaw, Desert and Drink. TAKE OUT AVAILABLE! 9382 Highway 88West, Clifton 385 -1314 Live Bluegrass Music 4:30 -4:45 p.m.: Rabies clinic at Milam's Store in Threetop 5 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.: Rabies clinic at Knox Knitting Mill in Creston 5:30 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.: Rabies clinic at Stevens Store in Sutherland: Rabies clinics for Ashe County. NC law requires that all dogs and cats over 3 months of age be vaccinated every 3 years after 2 yearly vaccinations have been given. The fee will be $6 per animal during this clinic. Your coop­ eration in this public health program is appreciated. 7 p.m.: Weekend Revival at Mtn. View Baptist Church Friday, May 18 through Sunday, May 20 Service will begin at 7 p.m. with different preachers and singers each night. Pastor Denton Hart and the congre­ gation want to invite everyone to attend! ning on May 16 and running through May 19. Rev. Roger Blevins will be speaking. Everyone is welcome. Please call 385-3054 or 384-4718 for more information. Saturday May 19 6:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m: Calvary United Methodist Women will host a Country breakfast, bake sale and flea market, Church is located on Railroad Grade Road next to Fleetwood Post office. Come on out for some great food and fellowship 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.: Ashe County Dog Park Society is having their first annual yard and bake sale. (1st Annual Bark Sale & Flea), at Ashe County High School, Rain or Shine. To volunteer or donate items call 336-877AWAG (2924). 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will be offering Tanning Facility Operator training at the Wilkes Campus. Registration costs for the class will be $50. Pre-registration is required. To pre-register con­ tact Phyllis VanHoy or Dena Wiles at (336)838-6166 or (336) 838-6210 8:30 a.m.: Annual Heart Walk for the Ashe Heart Association at the Old Jefferson Court House. There is still time to receive materi­ als and form a team. Call Judi Leek at 846-1109. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Canoe Classes:This class is for peo­ 7 p.m.: Revival at Clifton ple of all ages. You will learn Baptist Church. Rev. Zane how to steer a canoe, the art Tester will be the visiting min­ of traveling backwards when ister. Pastor Mack Arnold, Jr. steering doesn't work, and the and the congregation invite all skill to work with a partner no to attend. matter which way the water 7 p.m.: Revival at Peace pushes your boat! Start at the Haven Community Church. ASU pool and travel to area Rev. Sonny Thomas will be lakes and rivers. Fee: $200 speaking. Pastor Bill Miller and What is included: All paddling congregation invite everyone equipment, transportation by to attend. ASU van, lunch each day, and 7 p.m.: Revival at Beaver instruction by senior instruc­ Creek Baptist Church. The tors from Outdoor Programs guest speaker will be Rev. at ASU. This program is Russell Sheet. There will be sponsored by the Office of special singing each night. Conferences and Institutes Everyone is welcome to at ASU. Pre-registration is attend. required. Email reddickct® 7:30 p.m.: Big Laurel appstate.edu for sign up infer- mation, or call 828-262-2530. The registration deadline is Monday, May 7th. 9 a.m.: Mt. Jefferson State Park: Mt. Jefferson Bird Walk Meet at the Picnic Shelter. If you think "Neotropical" is a Caribbean 3-flavor ice cream, then you need to join a ranger on the Rhododendron Trail in search of the colorful migrant birds that travel all the way from Central and South America to Mount Jefferson each Spring. We'll search for the true neo­ tropical warblers, vireos, and tanagers, and maybe even a cuckoo or two along the way. Wear sturdy shoes and meet at the Picnic Shelter. 10 a.m.: At the Green Valley Park, on the New River and Big Hill Road, between Todd and the Green Valley School, bands will perform from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., including the Forget-Me-Nots, Crookneck Squashers, Worthless SonIn-Laws, Wolfe Bros., Dollar Brothers, Amantha Mill, and Melissa Reaves. Other attrac­ tions are arts and crafts vendors, kid's activities and games, an AirWalk, and food. Admission is free and open to all. Proceeds benefit 2 local nonprofit organizations: Green Valley Park and Mountain Pathways School. The festival runs from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. For more information call Mountain Pathways School at 828-262-5787. 1 p.m.: Ashe County Health Dept. will be hosting the Great Strides walk-a-thon to raise money for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. We will be walking 10 kilometers. Please stop by the Ashe Co Health Dept and sponsor your favorite Health Dept. sweet­ heart to help raise money for a good cause. If you have any questions please call Lisa at Ashe Co. Health Dept. at 2469449. 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.: Hotdog Supper at the Lansing Fire Department. Hotdogs, Sides, Drinks and Dessert. All pro­ ceeds will be donated to Girl Scout Troop #559 for their 2008 Savannah Trip. 5:30 p.m.: Fish Fry at New River Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department. $7 gets you: Fish, Hushpuppies, Fries, Slaw, Drink and Dessert 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.: This year's annual "Wine Down" at the Foothills Arts Council In Elkin following the Yadkin Valley Wine Festival. This is one of the Arts Council's big­ gest fundraisers of the year and promises to be one of the most fun events of the Arts Council calendar. Come see all your friends at the best party in Elkin and enjoy food, dancing, wine from local vineyards, their annual shutter auction, a split-the-pot-drawing, a frozen coffee drink bar by Snickerdoodles, award-win­ ning photography on exhib­ it from this year's "Images" show and music this year by Memphis Jake and the Blues Biscuits. Tickets are $25 and are available by calling the Arts Council at 835-2025 or at the door. This year the Arts Council is operating the "Art Trolley" for a minimal fee to users to and from area hotels, from area parking lots and at the High School to get folks to and from the Wine Festival and Wine Down. The trolley will offer stops at various plac­ es of interest in town, includ­ ing the "Grand Opening" of the Yadkin Valley Craft Guild, the Peace Poster exhibit and other specialty shops. Please con­ tact the Foothills Arts Council if you have questions or if you would like to volunteer at 336835-2025. 7 p.m.: Weekend Revival at Mtn. View Baptist Church fZEGAL CINEMAS REGAL 7 828-262-3800 800-f ANDANGO 254* 210 New Market SI Center Adv. Tlx on Sale PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN Friday, May 18 through Sunday, May 20 Service will begin at 7 p.m. with different preachers and singers each night. Pastor Denton Hart and the congre­ gation want to invite everyone to attend! 7 p.m.: Revival at Beaver Creek Baptist Church. The guest speaker will be Rev. Russell Sheet. There will be special singing each night. Everyone is welcome to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Big Laurel Christian Union Church will be holding a revival begin­ ning on May 16 and running through May 19. Rev. Roger Blevins will be speaking. Everyone is welcome. Please call 385-3054 or 384-4718 for more information. Sunday May 20 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Canoe Classes:This class is for peo­ ple of all ages. You will learn how to steer a canoe, the art of traveling backwards when steering doesn't work, and the skill to work with a partner no matter which way the water pushes your boat! Start at the ASU pool and travel to area lakes and rivers. Fee: $200 What is included: All paddling equipment, transportation by ASU van, lunch each day, and instruction by senior instruc­ tors from Outdoor Programs at ASU. This program is sponsored by the Office of Conferences and Institutes at ASU. Pre-registration is BETTER Mtn. View Baptist Church Friday, May 18 through Sunday, May 20 Service will begin at 7 p.m. with different preachers and singers each night. Pastor Denton Hart and the congre­ gation want to invite everyone to attend! 7 p.m.: Revival services to be held at Long Branch Baptist Church. The Rev. Lloyd Day will be the guest speaker. 7 p.m.: North Beaver Baptist Church Revival Services will be held Sunday, May 20 thru Wednesday May 23.The guest speaker will be Rev. Chris Goodman and there will be special singing nightly North Beaver Baptist Church, Hwy 163, West Jefferson, NC and pastor Rev. Rick Miller invites you to these events. Monday May 21 Noon - 3 p.m.: Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will be offer­ ing two internet classes during the summer semes­ ter. Classes will be held on Mondays, May 21 thru July continued on page 8A BIGGER, COVERAGE. 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The Parent Orientation Night will be held in the Ashe County Middle School Gym. 6:30 p.m.: The V.F.W. will have thier monthly meeting at the Hut on Ashe Park Rd. in Jefferson. 7 p.m.: Revival services to be held at Long Branch Baptist Church. The Rev. Lloyd Day will be the guest speaker. 7 p.m.: North Beaver Baptist Church Revival Services will be held Sunday, May 20 thru Wednesday May 23.The guest speaker will be Rev. Chris Goodman and there will be special singing nightly North Beaver Baptist Church, Hwy 163, West Jefferson, NC and pastor Rev. Rick Miller invites you to these events. Tuesday May 22 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.: EELE- Wild, Wonderful, Water. New River State Park. Bring: Lunch, change of shoes, clothes. Aquatic EELE Learn through a series of hands-on activities. Earn CEU and Credit toward EE certification. Starts at 9 a.m. and ends at 4 p.m.You must pre register. Please call the park office for details and to get your name on the list. 336-982-2587. 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.: Wilkes Community College's Continuing Education Department will be offer­ ing Beginning Guitar class. junction with Ashe County Schools' Pre-K screenings. The screenings will be held at The Early Learning Center (formerly West Jefferson Elementary School). A team of infant/toddler specialists from the Children's Developmental Service Agency of the Blue Ridge, will be available to screen children birth thru age 2. This screening will consist of a parent interview, playing and interacting with the child. The infant/toddler screenings will be available for children in the Mountain View, Westwood and blue Ridge Districts. Blue Ridge District will ONLY be for infant/toddler screenings. Family Support Network of the High Country will be avail­ able to provide information or answer questions. If you have questions or want to schedule an appointment, please call Jeanette Herman or Shawn Horton at 982-4754. 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Summit Support Services STEP Program will hold their annual plant sale, along with a yard sale and craft bazaar on May 24, 25 & 26. This event will be held at the former Morning Star Cafe building in Jefferson, across from the Jefferson Post Office. Funds earned from this event will go towards the purchase of art supplies and to benefit future recreational projects. Please call 846-5678 or 846-4491 for more information. 5 p.m.: The Ashe County Democratic Headquarters will be open each Friday at 1 p.m. They will be serving a FREE pinto bean dinner from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. They invite everyone to come by and visit. 7 p.m.: Revival services to be will be the guest speaker. 8:30-9:30 p.m.: Mt. Jefferson State Park: Night On the Mountain (Star Watch). Meet at first Overlook Enjoy an eve­ ning of astronomy, animal sto­ ries and other fun night time activities including a short video about meteors. Bring a chair or a blanket so you can 7 p.m.: Revival services to be sit back and relax. Saturday May 26 Everyone is invited to attend. Lansing Fire Department Music and Rubber Duck Race has been moved back to Sat. May 26, Memorial Day weekend. Vendors are 7 p.m.: North Beaver Baptist Church Revival Services will be held Sunday, May 20 Needed! For more Information call Everett Adams 384-3456 or Shirley Farmer 384-2907. Democratic Party will have their regular monthly meet­ ing at Smokey Mtn. Barbecue. thru Wednesday May 23.The guest speaker will be Rev. Chris Goodman and there will be special singing nightly North Beaver Baptist Church, Hwy 163, West Jefferson, NC and pastor Rev. Rick Miller invites you to these events. 7 p.m.: Session III, 2007— Childbirth/Newborn Care Classes begins. The classes will be held at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Call early to regis­ ter. 846-0734. 1 Wednesday Mav 23 7 p.m.: Revival services to be held at Long Branch Baptist Church. The Rev. Lloyd Day will be the guest speaker. Thursday May 24 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Summit Support Services STEP Program will hold their annual plant sale, along with a yard sale and craft bazaar on May 24, 25 & 26. This event will be held at the former Morning Star Cafe building in Jefferson, across from the Jefferson Post Office. Funds earned from this event will go towards the purchase of art supplies and to benefit future recreational projects. Please call 846-5678 or 846-4491 for more information. 8:30 a.m.: Ashe Leadership Challenge is now Leadership Ashe! The Ashe Chamb er of Commerce cordially invites you to attend an alum­ ni breakfast at White Hart Woods (behind Lowe's Foods) We look forward to seeing you! (RSVP 846-9550 or ashechamber@skybest.com ) 7 p.m.: Revival services to be held at Long Branch Baptist Church. The Rev. Lloyd Day will be the guest speaker. Friday May 25 The child find commit­ tee of the Ashe Local Interagency Coordinating Council is offering infant/ toddler screenings in con­ 7 p.m.: Revival services to be held at Long Branch Baptist Church. The Rev. Lloyd Day will be the guest speaker. Sunday May 27 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Canoe Classes:This class is for peo­ ple of all ages. You will learn how to steer a canoe, the art of traveling backwards when steering doesn't work, and the skill to work with a partner no matter which way the water pushes your boat! Start at the ASU pool and travel to area lakes and rivers. Fee: $200 What is included: All paddling equipment, transportation by ASU van, lunch each day, and instruction by senior instruc­ tors from Outdoor Programs at ASU. This program is sponsored by the Office of Conferences and Institutes at ASU. Pre-registration is required. Email reddickct® appstate.edu for sign up infor­ mation, or call 828-262-2530. The registration deadline is Monday, May 7th. 2 p.m.: Mt. Jefferson State Park: Hike Into History. Meet at the Picnic Shelter Explore Mount Jefferson with a Ranger as participants take in the view, and learn about the sto­ ried past of the surrounding area. Participants will hike to Luther Rock as they learn about historic events and the natural world. This free pro­ gram is weather dependent. Please dress appropriately for hiking. 6 p.m.: Laurel Springs Baptist Church on Highway 185 will have a Gospel Singing. The featured group will be 'Heaven's Touch' Refreshments will be served following the singing. Pastor Dana Hines and congregation invites everyone to come. Tuesday May 29 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.: PROGRAM: Developing a Farm Transition Plan .Understanding Estate Planning Tools and Tactics, Starting the Process with your Family, Managing Risk through Conservation Programs, Stories from the Farm: Real Life Family Experiences, Hands on Exercises, BONUS: Individual consultations on farm tran­ sition planning will be avail­ able after the workshop with Andrew Branan, attorney and head of the NC Farm Transition Network, who has helped doz­ ens of farm families across the state begin this process, at the Mountain Horticultural Crops Research & Extension Center,455 Research Drive in Fletcher, NC FREE WORKSHOP: Lunch will be provided, but pre-regis­ tration is required. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED: To register and for directions, please email Terri_Schell@ncsu.edu or call Terri Schell at 828-684-3562 . FOR MORE INFORMATION, please email Tom@landofsky. org or call Tom Elmore at 828251-6622. Directions are at http://www. ces.ncsu.edu/fletcher/ The Farm Prosperity Project is led by NC State University in partnership with Carolina Mountain Land Conservancy, Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy, American Farmland Trust, Land of Sky Regional Council, Warren Wilson College, and the Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project. Workshop support is provided by the Southern Region Risk Management Education continued on page 9A JobFair Powered by held at Long Branch Baptist Church. The Rev. Lloyd Day Classes will be held on Tuesdays, May 22-July 31. Registration fees will be $70. For more information, please contact Wesley Poplin at 336838-6207. held at Long Branch Baptist Church. The Rev. Lloyd Day will be the guest speaker. 7 p.m.: The Ashe County and explore some amazing strategies that birds use to feed and protect their young. Be sure to wear sturdy shoes as we begin our trek from the Picnic Shelter. 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Summit Support Services STEP Program will hold their annual plant sale, along with a yard sale and craft bazaar on May 24, 25 & 26. This event will be held at the former Morning Star Cafe building in Jefferson, across from the Jefferson Post Office. Funds earned from this event will go towards the purchase of art supplies and to benefit future recreational projects. Please call 846-5678 or 846-4491 for more information. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Canoe Classes:This class is for peo­ ple of all ages. You will learn how to steer a canoe, the art of traveling backwards when steering doesn't work, and the skill to work with a partner no matter which way the water pushes your boat! Start at the ASU pool and travel to area lakes and rivers. Fee: $200 What is included: All paddling equipment, transportation by ASU van, lunch each day, and instruction by senior instruc­ tors from Outdoor Programs at ASU. This program is sponsored by the Office of Conferences and Institutes at ASU. Pre-registration is required. Email reddickct® appstate.edu for sign up infor­ mation, or call 828-262-2530. The registration deadline is Monday, May 7th. 10 a.m. - ?: Warrensville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department is sponsoring a Chicken and Rib BBQ dinner. Meals include slaw, baked beans, roll and dessert. Chicken and Ribs can be pur­ chased either seperately or in a combo plate. Call 384-4318 or 384-4556 for more informa­ tion or to place your order in advance. 10 a.m.: Mt Jefferson State Park: Nest Quest: Meet at the Picnic Shelter. Be it a cup, a gourd, a box, a tree, a rock ledge, or just a depression in the ground, birds use a vari­ ety of means to raise a family each year. Join a ranger on the Rhododendron Trail as we search for a variety of nests Job Catchers Fair Chicken Saturday, May 19 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Apply At The Fresh Plant Wilkesboro Employment Hiring Center| Pay will be $9.75 for three weeks, piece rate thereafter up to $600 per week plus bonuses. Tyson offers the following benefits to all team members: Job Security Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Prescription Drug Card Company Paid Life Insurance And Additional Insurance Offered at Low Rates Credit Union Paid Vacations and Holidays 40IK plan with company match Stock purchase plan with 25% Company Match Company store with Tyson Products at Very Low Prices for Team Members Advancement Opportunities �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MAY 18, 2007 PAGE 9A COMMUNITY EVENTS Al-Anon weekly meetings moved to Wednesday at noon continued from page 8A Center, the Golden LEAF Foundation, and the National Research Initiative of the USDA Cooperative State Research, Education and Extension Service. Wednesday May 30 9 a.m.: Senior Health & Fitness Day will be held at Ashe Services for Aging. Call 846-0781 for more infor­ mation about participating. Saturday June 2 New River Earth Institute NREI is a nonprofit education­ al foundation seeking to moti­ vate individuals to examine personal actions, habits and values as they relate to envi­ ronmental issues. It seeks to help individuals transform their lives by accepting responsibil­ ity for the earth and acting upon a commitment to it. The institute offers seven discus­ sion courses for the communi­ ty. For information please call Vicki at 336-246-2166. Online www.NewRiverEarthlnstitute. org Wilkes Community College - Ashe Center is offering: Home Inspection Exam Review On Monday, April 2 thru June 11, from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm at the Ashe Center. Tuition is $55 Until September: Get a free Smoke Detector for your home! It involves having either our fire marshal or a participating local fire depart­ ment member go out to your home, fill out a short sur­ vey about any existing smoke alarms and provide some fire safety education while com­ pleting the installation. This is made possible through the Ashe County Emergency Management Office. Call Community Outreach with your name, address and phone number and it will be passed on to the Office of Emergency Management and you will be contacted. Call 846-0781. Ashe County Dog Park Committee is seeking vol­ unteers for upcoming fund raisers! Call 336-877-2924 for more info. Ashe County Dog Park Committee needs your donations for an upcoming yardsale. All proceeds go to the Dog Park IBLP Seminar (Institute in Basic Life Principles) The Bible truly does have the solu­ tions to all the problems and situations the human race ev er had or ever will encounter. For those who are interested in searching deep enough we are offering to host a "Basic Life Seminar" in our home. This will require a commitment of one night a week for two to three hours a session for eight weeks. There will be no cost. Refreshments will be avail­ able. Work books are provided. If you are interested or would like more information, you may call: Dale or Arma at: 336-3856129 or 336-877-7835 Empire Chrysler Jeep Dodge^ 10:30 a.m.: Vacation Bible School at Warrensville Baptist Church June 2 - 6. Kickoff Saturday with opening assembly and VBS field day after lunch. 11:30 a.m.: Pork Barbecue Meal with Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Roll, and Dessert for $6.00 at Chestnut Hill Baptist Church in Crumpler. For more info, call: 977-4593 or 982- 9752. Sunday June 3 4 p.m.: Vacation Bible School at Warrensville Baptist Church June 2 - 6. 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. Supper will be provided. 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Friday June 8 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.: Obids BaptistChurch Bible School: Everyone is welcome. Saturday June 9 1996 Dodge 1500 P3159A $7,988 1939 Dodge Ram 4x4 Only 64k miles DKMS $215/month $9,995 $10,338 ill Sebring $275/month WE BEY CLEAN USED VEHICLES!! 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan CMMA 2004 Mazda MPV D8908A 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Bible School: Everyone is welcome. Sunday June 10 11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Lunch served at 1:00 p.m.: Annual Neaves Family Reunion Descendants of William Roderick "Billy" Neaves. National Guard Armory Jefferson, N.C. Bring a cov­ ered dish and a beverage and join in the fun and fellowship. Please bring any family pho­ tographs you would like to share during the reunion. All are welcome! 2 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Bible School: closing program begins at 3:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Ongoing Events Advanced tickets are now on sale for the Ola Belle Reed Homecoming Festival on August 17, 18 and 19. During the month of May get your 3-day pass for $15. Tickets outlets include the Ashe Arts Center in West Jefferson, Lansing Foods, Larry's Satellites and Bert's Baskets in downtown Lansing as well as the website. This year's festival will feature Tim O'Brien, Jeff Little, White Top Mountain Band and more. The Ola Belle Reed Homecoming Festival is a fundraiser for the Greater Lansing Area Development Committee. For more information, visit the website at www.olabellefest. com. AL-ANON (for family and friends of addicted persons): Meets on Wednesdays at the First Baptist Church in West Jefferson at noon. For details, call 384-1940. The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold May services at Holy Trinity in Glendale Springs. Holy Communion is celebrated at 10 a.m. Coffee hour immedi­ ately follows the service. For further information, call the church office, 983-3076 The Board of Elections meets the second Tuesday in each month at the Court House in Jefferson. 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Jefferson Ave., West Jef­ ferson, is having a featured artist reception for Mark Ste­ phen Willingham and a wine tasting from Rag Apple Lass­ ie Vineyard and Winery on Saturday, May 26, 2007 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Mark Stephen Willingham was born in Atlanta, Geor­ gia, but has spent most of his adult life living in the North Carolina mountains. Coming from a family of creativity and ingenuity, he has been characterized as a true "Renaissance Man" be­ ing talented in many medi­ ums; furniture building and design, wood sculptures, con- ist, Egidio Antoniccio. Willingham's paintings have been featured in design­ er showcase homes, galleries, and have found their way into many collectors' homes around the world. Willingham meticulously prepares all his own Belgian linen canvases, insuring his collectors a work of art that will endure through centuries of admiration. The RagApple Lassie Vine­ yard, happily grows in the small Yadkin County town of Boonville, North Caro­ lina, located about 25 miles northwest of Winston-Salem, North Carolina and just un­ der the western gaze of Pi­ lot Mountain (to you Andy Griffith fans, this is Mount Pilot). Many hundreds of years ago, the Yadkin River Valley, located in the fertile foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, was home to thousands of Indians in­ cluding the Saura, Cheraw, Catawba and Cherokee Tribes. Water from the Yad­ kin River and its many trib­ utaries was plentiful, game was abundant, crop land was rich, and the weather was mild compared to the higher elevations of the Appalachian Mountain chain. To this day, painting by Sephen Willingham struction, music, landscape design, and writing. But his first love is painting. Willingham has explored several mediums, charcoal, pen, and ink, and has had considerable success with watercolors, but his preferred medium, oils, showcases his talent. While much of Willingham's early training was the result of self study and research, he has had the ex­ perience of studying with several master artists; ac­ claimed frescoe and portrait artist, Ben Long, renowned landscape and still life artist, Edward Szmyd, and the pas­ sionate Italian landscape art­ following a heavy rain, the bottom lands of the river val­ ley are filled with people look­ ing for arrowheads and other artifacts left by the first Yad­ kin Valley dwellers. It is in this beautiful river basin that in addition to Indi­ an treasures, the land offers some of the finest, full-bodied, appealing wine grapes grown on the eastern seaboard. And, it is in this fertile area that the RagApple Lassie Vine­ yard is located. The RagApple Lassie was one of the first vineyards planted in this area, and due to the successful farming her­ itage of its owner, Frank W. Hobson, Jr., and wife Lenna, it is already one of the leaders in North Carolina viticulture. Choosing a name for the vineyard: when Frank, Jr., was courting Lenna, he told her so much about RagApple Lassie, his Grand Champion Show Calf, that she instinc­ tively knew the affection they shared. So when choosing a name for their vineyard and winery, the opportunity to combine the farm heritage of Frank, Jr.'s life, with a name that was both unique and memorable, made "RagApple Lassie" the obvious choice. For more information on this event please contact: BLOWING ROCK, NC Blue jeans are as American as baseball and apple pie, but did you know the rugged yet comfy apparel actually got started in the Carolina's? Explore denim's origins with the Blowing Rock Stage Company's innagural show of the Summer 2007 season, as the Hayes Performing Arts Center's resident company presents the world premiere of Moses Cone: The Denim King. "We are deeply honored that BRSC has been given the privilege of producing the world premier of Moses Cone: The Denim King, which has been in development for several years," says director Kenneth Kay, artistic direc­ tor of BRSC. "In fact, the musical will feature a cast of nearly thirty actors and mu­ Helen White and the Hi-Tone and Gregory Carroll. sicians and utilize the collec­ Hepcats with Mark Rose and Inn-keeper Gayle Winston, tive talents of artists, design­ Tommy Whittle, Martha (Bas- whose idea it was to do the ers, and technicians from sett) and the Moodswingers CD, commented that "While every major performing arts with Jim Carson and Neill each individual ^performance group in Watauga County." Clegg, and Tim and Debbie was terrific, it was really The journey begins in the Yates of Acoustic Heritage, fun for them and for all of late 18008, when Moses and also with Mark Rose. us when they started to 'jam' his brother Caesar leave The PBS report of that ses­ together!" Her only lament their childhood surroundings sion was shown first on North is that there was not enough in Baltimore, Md., for the new Carolina Now and twice on room on this recording for the frontier of the North Caro­ North Carolina Weekend. many artists who have played. lina mountains, an untapped The recording was done by at River House. Sounds like industrial and agricultural Aaron Price and Jeff Knorr of another coming up! area. As they continue their Collapseable Studios in Ashefather's trade of growing and ville. They expect to have the selling produce, the brothers CD completed by July 1st , discover the popularity and with insert design by Chara need of a durable fabric for Murray, Firefly Designs, and the blue-collar people of the liner notes by John Stewart High Country. The entrepre- Q Rag Apple Lassie logo Moses Cone: The Denim King at Hayes Performing Arts Center neuer in Moses led to his leg­ acy as "The Denim King." Moses Cone playwright Janet Barton Speer, Chair of An Evening at River House to air on May 21 The PBS segment covering the second half of "An Eve­ ning at River House" record­ ed live on April 29, will air on UNCTV's North Carolina Now at 7:30 p.m. Monday, May 21st. The artists recorded for Part Two of the upcoming CD and interviewed by the show's host, Shannon Vickery, were George Hamilton IV, Gregory Carroll, Kelly Barrow, Linda Carroll Aaron Price and John Stewart, all artfully tracked by Videographer/Camera Man, Peter Bell. Part One, recorded on April 2, featured Eniile Pandolfi, Wayne Henderson, Constance Crawford, Gallery Director, at sgsmart@skybest. com or 336-246-7399. PBS the Division of Performing Arts at Lees-McRae College, teamed with John Thomas Oaks to create the musical. Jim Ballard plays the Blue Ridge Mountain legend. "Moses Cone was a re­ markable man, and the story of his life, family and work has all the ingredients that make for a wonderful night in the theatre. This show is the living history of Blowing Rock and Watauga County, and we invite the entire com­ munity to come celebrate their history with us," says Kay. Times for Moses Cone: The Denim King are May 30 at 8pm, May 31 at 2pm and 8pm, June 1 at 8 p.m., June 2 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m., June 3 at 2 p.m., June 6 at 8 p.m., June 7 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m., June 8 at 8 p.m., June 9 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m., June 10 at 2 p.m., June 13 at 8 p.m., June 14 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m., June 15 at 8 p.m., June 16 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. Tickets are $30, $14 for students, and are available now by calling the Box Office at 828-295-9627. You may pay by credit card or by cash (in person). Tick­ ets can also be purchased online at www.actorsthetrecharlotte.org by credit card. Special group rates are also available. Season and Flex Passes can be purchased and used throughout the entire '07 season. The Blowing Rock Stage Company's mission is to produce revivals of popu­ lar plays and musicals that have sustained us since our beginnings and to the explo­ ration and development of new works that celebrate the culture and heritage of our region. Our primary task is to celebrate, through theat­ rical performances and edu­ cational outreach programs, the common humanity bind­ ing us all together. The Blowing Rock Stage Company produces all shows in the Hayes Performing Arts Center, 152 Jamie Fort Road (off Hwy 321), Blowing Rock, NC. Tel: 828-295-9627 Check out the newest program at Wilkes Community College get more, pay less "I remember... —~~ when calling long distance cost a fortune!" Respiratory Care ... Your path to a dynamic career. 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Jessica Dawn Stroud of Clemmons and Marshall Arle Davis of Charlotte were mar­ ried at 2 p.m., May 12 in First Baptist Church in West Jef­ ferson. The Rev. Jeff Dollar officiated. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Richard Stroud of Clemmons. Her ma­ ternal grandparents are the late Mr. and Mrs. Lester J. El­ liot. Her paternal grandpar­ ents are the late Mr. and Mrs. John M. Stroud. The bride graduated from West Forsyth High School. She received bachelor's degrees in Psychol­ ogy and Social Work from UNC-Charlotte, where she was a member and fundraising chair of Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority. She is the Paraprofessional Supervisor for Per­ son Centered Partnerships in Charlotte. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Quick Bachelor's degree in Elemen­ tary Education. The groom is of Berwick, Pa. and Mr. Terry currently employed at Wilkes Davis of Weatherly, Pa. His Telecommunications. He is maternal grandparents are a graduate of Wilkes Com­ Mrs. and Mrs. James Farver munity College where he re­ of Berwick Pa. His paternal grandparents are the late Mr. ceived an Associates degree in' Architecture technology. and Mrs. Richard Davis. The The couple plans to wed July groom graduated from Cen­ 7 at Bristol Baptist Church at tral Columbia High School. He attended Luzerne Comsix o'clock. River House ^ country mn and restaurant Sunday; May 20 4 pm - 6 pm/ Dinner at 6 pm Acoustic Guitar Featuring Complimentary Hors d'oeuvre • 4 Course Dinner • New wine list • All ABC permits • Enjoy a large rocker on the front porch • Please call for reservations & information announce the birth of their daughter, Katelyn Grace Marsh. Katelyn was born on May 9, 2007 at Huntersville Presbyterian Hospital. She weighed six pounds and six ounces and was 19.5 inches long. Maternal grandparents are Donna and John Badger of West Jefferson. Paternal grandparents are Kathy and Gary Marsh of Jefferson. Texas were the greeters. The wedding coordinator was Becky Burgess. Wedding music was provid­ ed by pianist Grant Williams and soloists Matt Smith and Lindsay Merritt. A reception was held fol­ lowing the ceremony with music provided by Rock Bot­ tom. Catering was provided by Margaret Allen. Many celebrations were held in honor of the couple. The groom's mother and sis­ ter hosted a bridal shower in Berwick, Pa. The matron of honor hosted a bridal shower in West Jefferson, N.C. Mary Summerford hosted a bridal shower and dinner in North Wilkesboro, N.C. A bridal shower and luncheon was hosted in Winston-Salem by Karen Dyson, Renee Foust, Dorene Smith, Laurie Teague, and Sharon Wiles. The rehearsal dinner, host­ ed by the groom's parents, was held at Frasers. After a honeymoon to Jekyll Island, the couple will live in Charlotte. Stroud and Davis wed on May 12 Sexton and Church to be wed in July Mr. & Mrs. Eric (Corkey) Sexton of Lansing announce the engagement of their daughter, Jenna Rene Sexton, to Zachary Royce Church, the son of Mr. Royce Church of Fleetwood and Mr^. K^Jhy Church of Deep Gap The bride is a recent gradu­ ate of Appalachian State Uni­ versity where she received a Emily and Michael Roten of Warrensville are proud to announce the birth of their son, Owen Michael Roten. He was born at Watauga Medical Center on April 19, 2007. He weighed 6 pounds and nine ounces. Myla and Dustin Farmer of West Jefferson are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Isabella Rose Farm­ er. She was born at Watauga Medical Center on May 6, 2007. She weighed seven pounds and one ounce. Hava Romans of Lansing is proud to announce the birth of her daughter, Madison Leigh Romans. She was born at Watauga Medical Center on May 8, 2007. She weighed six pounds and nine ounces. Amanda and Tim Marsh of Denver, N.C. are proud to munity College. The groom is employed by Hendrick Honda in Charlotte. The bride was escorted by her father. The matron of honor was the bride's cousin, Amy Wil­ liams of San Marcos, Texas. The bridesmaids were Karen Roland of Warrensville; Ali­ son Roland of Warrensville; Lindsay Merritt of WinstonSalem; and Jennifer Regan of Charlotte. The honorary bridesmaids were Rachel Knecht of Lou­ isville, Ky.; Kari Shepherd of Salisbury; Kristin Pedoulas of Jacksonville, Fla.; Amanda Varner of Mifflinville, Pa.; Heather Nay lor of Myrtle Beach, S.C.; and Heather Chandler of Astoria, N.Y. The best man was the groom's uncle, Jonah Farver of Berwick, Pa. The grooms­ men were Brian Kishbaugh of Bloomsburg, Pa.; Craig Con­ nor of Houston, Texas; Na­ than Roland of Warrensville; and Andy Elliot of Creston. The flower girl and ring bearer were Amaya and Na­ than Farver, both of Berwick, P s * . — V \ Mary Summerford of North Wilkesboro was the guest-reg­ ister attendant. Bill and Kath­ leen Bevill of Corpus Christi, Mortgage Lending Starts With A Foundation Of Integrity Tim & De66ie Yates International Recording Artists BCuegrass/Mountanv Accompanied by Mark Rose on StandUp Bass, Jordan Rice on Mandolin & BruceWaiers 1896 Old Field Creek Road Grassy Creek, NC • At Piedmont Bank, the needs of our customers always come first. That means our mortgage lenders only offer loan options they feel are in the long-term interest of each individual. With years of experience and deep roots in our community, our professionals will use their insight to help you find a mortgage solution that will keep you on solid ground today and in the future. 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I got the funniest error message; I know you had to send this message yes­ terday, but I just cant do it until my Time Machine gets back from the shop! Wouldn't we all love to have a Time Machine so we could take back our reactions to circumstances? We can't ever go back in time or can we???? I think I have figured out a way to accomplish this and it is so simple! The way we react to things is a learned from our parents, spouse and other people close to us. You know whose voice it is. I will use the term par­ ent because we are going to re-parent ourselves. Our par­ ents did the best that they could with what they had. If you hear a strange voice com­ ing out of your mouth when you speak to your children or when you react to any situa­ tion then you have a wonder­ ful opportunity to take this knowledge and change it for the better. We dont have to live this way; we can turn back the hands of time and re-parent ourselves. The pivotal point here is the realization that we hear our parents voice com­ ing out of our mouths. The minute you have this epipha­ ny you can look back at what triggered that voice leaving your mouth. Did you have a flash of anger, did your ears get hot or did your face get red and you explode? Look at how your body reacted to the incident. The best thing to do at this moment is to observe what just happened so that you can stop it from happen­ ing again. We are our own person! We are not doomed to spend the rest of our lives hearing that voice come out of our mouths. We can change this and act in EMBARQ celebrates first year WAKE FOREST, N.C., May 16, 2007 - It's been a remark­ able first year for EMBARQ as a stand-alone, publicly-held company since its inception May 17, 2006. EMBARQ, the fourth-largest communications company in the United States, offers practical, innovative so­ lutions to help customers in its 18-state service area communi­ cate. The company offers local and long distance voice, data, wireless, high-speed Internet and entertainment services. "We set out to take telecom­ munications innovations and combine them with common sense, because we know that's what customers want - lead­ ing-edge communication tech­ nology that's practical and easy to use," said Dan Hesse, EMBARQ chairman and CEO. The proof that we have the right strategy is in our results. Customer satisfaction ratings are up, employee satisfaction scores exceeded our bench­ mark, and we have a strong share price." To help mark the one-year milestone, EMBARQ employ­ ees are engaging in a variety of celebrations internally. In ad­ dition, the company will kick off a nationwide food drive; food will be aggregated in about 100 of the company's mqjor work sites. Some work sites also will build food sculptures with the donated items. Upon conclu­ sion of the food drive, donated items will be given to local food a fashion that will help and not hurt. 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You just want to get your house in order and re­ lieve all the stress you have in your life. I don't know if I can help you release all this stress but I know that we can help you eliminate some of the pressure so you can contain your explosions and learn a new way to live! That is right! We can live and not just react with how we have been programmed. We are not computers! We are living breathing people and we have a desire to love, to feel loved and be nice! For more help getting rid of your CHAOS; check out her website and join her free mentoring group at www. FlyLady.net or her book, Sink Reflections published by Ban­ tam and her New York Times Best Selling book, Body Clut­ ter published by Fireside. Copyright 2007 Maria Cilley Used by permission in this publication. PO Box 829 • 502 S.Jefferson Ave • West Jefferson, N.C. 28694 �FRIDAY, MAY 18, 2007 The Huskies Women's Track Team is traveling to North Carolina A&T for the NCHSAA 2A State Championship meet. The Huskies will be competing in seven different events. Tomorrow morning, the Husky Breakfast will be held at Winner's Circle Restaurant from 7-10 a.m. This week in Husky sports Track qualifies for state in six events Photo courtesy of ACHS Track and Field The Mens' 4x400 Meter Relay Team set a new school record. Pictured from L:R: Chris Blevins, Zach Davis, Dakota Price, and Aaron Greene. by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor The Huskies track team traveled to North Henderson High School last Saturday for the NCHSAA West Regionals Track Meet. The Huskies finished strong in numerous individual events and qualified seven athletes for the State Championship in six different events. As a team, the lady Huskies finished the meet in fourth place to prove to be one of the best teams in the western portion of the state. By placing fourth in better in individual events, the Huskies are allowed to send representatives to the State Championship, which is held today, in six different events. The Huskies will send Emily Photo courtesy of ACHS Track and Field Caitlin Garn clears a hurdle on her way to a fourth place fin­ ish in the 100 Meters High Hurdles. Photo courtesy of ACHS Track and Field Emily Gamble (far left) shakes hands with the winner of the 1600 Meter as she placed second. Photo courtesy of ACHS Track and Field Chris Blevins sets a new school record in the 300 Meter Intermediate Hurdles Saturday at the NCHSAA 2A West Regionals. Gamble in the 1600 Meter Run, Katrina Krider and Ashley Bower both in the Pole Vault, and Caitlin Garn in the 100 Meter Hurdles as individual competitors. The Huskies will also send the Women's 4x100 Meter Relay Team, Women's 4x200 Meter Relay Team, and the Women's 4x400 Meter Relay Team. In the West Regionals Meet last Saturday, Emily Gamble finished second in the Women's 1600 Meter Run with a time of 5:43.81, Caitlin Garn finished fourth in the Women's 100 Meter Hurdles with a time of 18.11, Katrina Krider set a new school record and finished second in the See Track, page 2B Tennis loses in second round of state by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor On Monday evening, the Huskies Tennis Team traveled to Newton-Conover High School for a second round match-up with the Red Devils in the NCHSAA 2A Photo by Michael Graybeal Ricky Pelton dives for a ball and eventually wins the point during the match. State Playoffs. The Huskies were competitive with the. talented Red Devils squad, but lost several close matches as the Red Devils were able to win with a score of 8-1. Newton-Conover is a talented team and has earned a nearly perfect 20-1 record for the season and is expected to compete far into the state playoffs. Aaron Jones was the only Husky to claim a victory during the match. In singles competition: #1 seed: Aaron Jones (Ashe County) defeated John Jones (Newton-Conover) 6-3 63; #2 seed: Won Lak Choi (Newton-Conover) defeated Jake Giles (Ashe County) 63, 6-4; #3 seed: Alan Pernell (Newton-Conover) defeated Baseball season ends in playoffs by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor On Tuesday evening, the Huskies baseball team traveled to Shelby to face the Golden Lions. Shelby entered the contest with a season record of 14-10 and was ranked as the number two seed from the Southwestern 2A/3A Conference. The Golden Lions was able to claim the 80 victory over the traveling Huskies. The Huskies experienced a two and a half hour bus trip to Salisbury prior to the game and as a result, started the game out slow. The Golden Lions took full advantage of the Huskies slowness in the first innings of the game and took an early lead over the Huskies. In the first inning, Shelby came out swinging, and after holding the Huskies' offense to no runs, they were able to knock in two runs to Will Krider (Ashe County) 6-7 6-1 10-6; #4 seed: Josh Gill (Newton-Conover) defeated Ricky Pelton (Ashe County) 6-1, 7-5; #5 seed: Kaleb Unverfehrt (NewtonConover) defeated Chase Smith (Ashe County) 6-0, 6-4; #6 seed: Alex Burchins (Newton-Conover; defeated Chris Lyall (Ashe County) 61,6-3. In doubles competition: #1 pair: Jones/ Pernell (NewtonConover) defeated Jones/ Giles (Ashe County) 8-3; #2 pair: Choi/ Will Hugginst (Newton-Conover) defeated Krider/ Pelton (Ashe County) 2-0 (ended early due to Photo by Michael Graybeal an injury); #3 pair: Gill/ Burchins (Newton-Conover) Aaron Jones was the only Husky to defeat his opponent at See Tennis, page 2B Newton-Conover on Monday evening. Photo by Michael Graybeal Kendra Yearick (left) delivers a strike while Brittany Parson (right) is ready at short stop for the hit. Photo by Michael Graybeal Dustin Absher catches a fly ball in the infield to escape the sixth inning with no hits allowed. go ahead 2-0. during the second, third, and The quick scoring by the fourth innings either. Shelby Golden Lions paralyzed continued to be successful at the Huskies and they were the plate and scored four more unable to produce any offense runs in the second inning, one run in the third inning, and one run in the fourth inning to take a controlling 8-0 lead at the end of the fourth inning. At this point, the Huskies defense held the Golden Lions scoreless for the remainder of the game and the Huskies begin to be able to get runners on the bases. Despite getting runners on base, they were unable to link together hits to score the runs and the final three innings of play was a scoreless affair for both teams. As the seventh inning approached, the Huskies starting pitcher, Brandon Photo by Michael Graybeal Miller, was relieved by Dustin Absher at the beginning of Senior catcher, Darron Dotson becomes a wall behind the See Baseball, page 2B plate to stop this pitch. Softball falls to Davidson in playoffs by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor On Tuesday evening, the Huskies softball team traveled to East Davidson to face the Eagles in the first round of the NCHSAA Softball State Playoffs. The Huskies were competitive with the Eagles, but ending up losing 4-0 to conclude the season. The Eagles entered into the game with a season record of 14-9 on the season and as the number two seed from the Central Carolina 2A Conference. The Huskies batted first to open the game up and Danielle Wood got the Huskies offense started with a lead off single. However, the following batter for the Huskies would be the first out of the inning and left Wood on first base. The next batter was able to get on base, but due to a fielder's choice, which got Wood out at second base on the force for the second out of the inning. The top half of the inning was finalized when the third batter hit a ground ball, which was converted for the third out against the Huskies as they left one runner on base. The Eagles opened up their offensive portion of the game by taking advantage of a mistake by the Huskies. Their lead off batter got on base with a bunt, and then the following batter advanced the runner with another bunt to put runners on first and second with no outs. The third batter of the inning also bunted and Kendra Yearick was able to get the batter out at first base, but the runners advanced to second and third base with only one out. With the next batter, the Eagles took advantage of an error in the field by the Huskies, as the batter was able to reach first and two runs scored to give the Eagles an early 2-0 lead. In the second inning, the Huskies were unable to produce any offense as the first batter hit a ground ball for an out, the second batter struck out, and then the third batter hit another ground ball for the third out of the inning to bring East Davidson into bat again. The Eagles success during the bottom half of the second inning was slightly better than the Huskies'. The Eagles' lead off batter struck out for the first out, but then a batter hit a single to give the Eagles a base runner. The runner would steal second during the next at bat and then a single by the following batter placed runners on first and second with only one out. The fourth batter of the inning hit into a fielder's choice and the Huskies got the force out at third base for the second out of the inning. The inning See Softball, page 2R �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, MAY 18, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Track Tennis continued from page IB Pole Vault with a height of 9 feet 6 inches, Ashley Bower finished tied for third in the Women's Pole Vault with a height of 8 feet, the Husky Women's 4x100 Meter Relay finished in second place with a time of 52.8, the Women's 4x200 Meter Relay finished in second with a time of 1:50.67, and the Women's 4x400 Meter Relay finished in fourth with a time of 4:25.8. Other finishes for the Huskies included: Katrina Krider placed fifth in the Women's Long Jump, Katie Gammons fifth in the Women's Discus Throw, Chris Blevins finished sixth in the Men 300 Meter Hurdles, The Huskies Men 4x200 Meter Relay Team finished tenth, the Huskies Men 4x400 Meter Will Krider returns a volley during his 10-6 third set tie­ breaker loss. of young people. They have represented our school very well on and off the court." The Huskies season started early for a majority of the squad as Coach Vickie Herman, the Women's Tennis Coach for the Huskies allowed the men's team to practice with her squad during the fall. The men's team success throughout the season was a reflection upon the extra practice they were able to get during the fall season. Coach . Freeman also expressed gratitude to the parents for providing the players with snacks and meals, and more importantly their support throughout the season. Congratulations to the Huskies Men's Tennis Team on a fantastic season!!! Forbush is still in the playoffs representing the Mountain Valley. I am looking forward to next season and have high expectations and will have big holes in the lineup to fill to replace the six seniors that will be moving on." The Huskies finished the season with a record of 1410 and finished third in the regular season in the MVAC, and then rallied to finish second during the MVAC Tournament. Congratulations to the Huskies on a fantastic season!!! continued from page IB Relay finished seventh, the Huskies Men 4x800 Meter Relay finished sixth, Chris Blevins finished eighth in the Men's Triple Jump, and Dakota Price finished fifth in the Men's Shot Put. In the team rankings, the Lady Huskies finished fourth with an impressive 54 points. Wilkes Central finished third with 74 points, North Henderson finished second with 86 points, and West Henderson finished first with 96 points. The individual athletes representing the Huskies will be competing the in the NCHSAA 2A State Championship today at North Carolina A&T campus on the Irwin Belk Track beginning at noon. defeated Smith/ Lyall (Ashe County) 8-2. The Huskies finished with an overall record of 14-4. The Huskies are expecting a promising season next year with a solid set of juniors on the team this year. Following the defeat at Newton-Conover, Coach Logan Freeman was optimistic about the season by commenting: "This has been a special season for many reasons. Obviously, the conference championship and winning a state playoff match were highlights. But even more gratifying than these accomplishments was the way different players stepped up at key times to win important matches. They are truly a special group Photo by Michael Graybeal Softball continued from page IB concluded when the following batter hit a ground ball for the third out of the inning and the Eagles left two runners left on base. The Huskies at bat during the third inning was a- repeat of the second inning as they only had three batters. The first batter hit a ground ball for the first out, the second batter flew out to the outfield, and then the third batter hit another ground ball for the third out of the inning, and the Huskies remained scoreless at the middle of the third inning. The Eagles once again struck in the bottom of the third inning when the first batter reached base with a single. Kendra Yearick struck out the following batter for the first out, but the runner on first was able to score when the following batter hit an RBI double for the Eagles third run of the game. The Huskies defense got the following two batters out to leave another Eagle stranded on base and advanced the game to the fourth inning. At the top of the fourth inning, the Huskies were trailing the Eagles 3-0 as time was running out for the Huskies. With their at bat in the fourth inning, the Huskies were able to get one runner on base, but left that runner stranded at the end of the inning. Cori Revis hit a single following a leadoff strike out, and was the Huskies' only base runner of the inning. Revis was left on base when a fly ball was caught for the second out and a ground ball was converted for the third out of the inning. The Eagles were also able to get a batter on base when the lead off hitter reached first due to a defensive error by the Huskies. However, Danielle Wood made up for the error by her teammate by converting a ground ball into a double play by tagging the runner Photo by Michael Graybeal Danielle Wood catches a flyball to earn the third out for the Huskies in Tuesday's game at East Davidson. on her way to second and then throwing the batter out at first. The following batter drew a walk but was caught stealing at second base with a bullet from Tiffany Jones, the Huskies' catcher to Brittany Parsons, who was covering second base to conclude the inning with the Eagles still winning 3-0. The offensive drought by the Huskies continued during the fifth inning. The first two batters hit fly balls for the first and second outs of the inning. Whitney Spagnolo was then able to reach first on a single, but was left on base when the following batter struck out to end the top half of the fifth inning, and once again, the Huskies left a runner on base. The Eagles added another run in the bottom of the fifth inning. Kendra Yearick struck out the leadoff batter, but the following batter reached second due to a defensive error by the Huskies.The runner on second would proceed to score with a hit by the following batter to give the Eagles their fourth run of the game. The Huskies continued to get the two following batters out following two ground balls to end the inning with an Eagles' base runner left on base. The Huskies were unable to cut into the Eagles' fourrun lead in the final two innings as each inning was a three-batter inning for the Huskies and the Eagles were able to claim the 4-0 victory to advance to the second round of the NCHSAA Softball State Playoffs. Kendra Yearick was on the mound for the entire six innings. Yearick allowed seven hits, had five strikeouts, allowed four runs (three unearned), and walked only one batter. Four different batters with one hit each led the Huskies' offense. Danielle Wood went one for three, Kendra Yearick went one for three, Cori Revis went one for two, with one walk, and Whitney Spagnolo went one for two. The * Huskies are losing six seniors this year, with three of them being threeyear starters for the varsity squad. Danielle Wood, Kendra Blevins, and Tiffany Jones have all three been with the varsity team since their sophomore year and have been major contributors to the team's success. The team also has three other seniors that have beqn members of the team for two years and will be missed also. The three players are Courtney Olive, Ashley Blevins, and Whitney Spagnolo. Following the game on Tuesday, Coach Bill Key commented on the season by stating: "We played a tough season this year. 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Jefferson Mortgage is capable of of obtaining a Rural •Tablecloths 9375 NC Hwy 194 N., Lansing, NC OPEN MON. placed on the price of your home depends on the same repayment ratios used by most conventional loans. Mt. Jefferson Mortgage at 982-6020. city lights of Charlotte. Lenior, Hickory 4 the Wilkesboros. This property is offered in a gated community w/paved roads, ug utilities 4 lovely log homes. Ivy Ridge borders the BR Parkway Prices begin at $86,900. THIS IS ONLY A SMALL PORTION OF THE PROPERTIES WE OFFER FOR SALE FOR COMPLETE LISTS, CALL OR COME BY OUR OFFICE IN WEST JEFFERSON. TO SEE MORE OF OUR LISTINGS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT www.c21 herilagerealty.com �JEFFERSON FRIDAY, MAY 18, 2007 PAGE 4B POST For thousands of years physicians have been performing surgeries V—S on people to save lives. Surgery is the act of performing a medical procedure on an individual, in order to correct or prevent disease or defects of the body. The term 'surgery', is derived from the Greek term, cheirourgos', which means 'hand work'. Today surgeons are highly specialized professionals that train in school for many years in order to get the skills needed to perform surgery. The history of surgery goes back many thousands of years. Records of the first surgeries performed have been found in Egypt. These surgeries date back to 2650 BC, and were complex operations such as brain surgery. Other ancient civilizations also performed surgery, such as the Greeks, Romans, Chinese, and in India. Perhaps the most famous ancient surgeon was from India. Sushruta is known as the "Father of Surgery". Sushruta practiced medicine around 500 BC. He wrote some of the earliest records of surgery used for teaching. The Ancient Chinese were one of the first civilizations to perform anesthesia. Anesthesia is the act of putting someone to sleep, or putting a certain part of the body to sleep, in order to keep the patient from feeling pain. The word 'anesthesia' comes from the Greek language and means "not to feel". Another physician by the name of Abulcasis, who also carries the title of "The Father of Surgery", practiced surgery in Medieval Europe. Many people from around the world came to see him during this period in human history. Of all these ancient surgeries, there' are records of many patients being cured and living for years after the procedures were performed. Though surgery in today's world is quite different, you may be surprised to know that there are many ancient procedures that are still performed today, almost the same as they were thousands of years ago. A rhinoplasty is a procedure that is performed on the nose, sometimes for cosmetic purposes and sometimes to help individuals that have been disfigured, such as car accident victims. The surgeons of ancient India created this procedure and it is still practiced the same way by surgeons today! But when patients are operated on today, they go to a hospital where operating rooms are sterilized, and many nurses and staff members scrub and sterilize their clothes, arms, and hands, before entering the room. Anesthesiologists and a surgical team aid the surgeon during the surgery. This ensures that all goes well, and to make sure you do not feel anything during the surgery, or remember anything after it. At hospitals today, there are many trained professionals who are ready to help you get through your procedure and help you to get well! So if you or a loved one ever has to have surgery, remember to not be afraid, that doctors have been doing surgery for thousands of years! o Cl Surgery Crossword Part of the Team! ibummbbbi!•••• '•••hi irai mmmrimi m-wmrmi lmuyiai "am mm urgical Word Search Solve the puzzle with the clues below It takes many people, working together as a team, to complete a successful surgery. The patient is even a member of this team! Label the team members below from this list: Surgeon, Nurse, Surgical Assistant, & Patient. 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BUT HUNTERS ALAV76T 1 1 EXTERMINATED THE A* I IN THE LATE I BOO*, JAMES FRA6ER, AN ANIMAL SCULPTOR, DESIGNED A NICKEL TO HELP RAISE THE AWARENESS OF THE PLIGHT OF THE BUFFALO ANT ALSO SYMBCUZE THE •'WINNING OF THE WFST~ r r..' J BLACK ABOUT NICKEL BLACK ' THE BIG ANIMAL* BECAME PROTECTEP BY LAW WHEN ONLY ABOUT 550 WERE LEFT DIAMOND IN HIS PRIME WEIGHED I.S00 POUNDS... WHEN THE FIRST WAS STRUCK IN IGL3 IT PICTURED DIAMOND STANDING ON A MOUND. BUT rr WAS LATER CHANGED TO SHOW THE BUFFALO STANDiNv ON LEVEL 4R0UNP BEFORE THE SERIES ENDED, OVER IJ BILLION PIECES WERE AVNTEP - THE COINS WERE ALSO CALLED INDIAN HEAD NICKELS THE MOTEL FOR THE NICKEL WASN'T A PLAINS BUFFALO BUT AN ANIMAL IN THE NEW YORK ZOO NAMED BLACK DIAMOND THE MAGNIFICENT BISON. OR AMERICAN BUFFALO, WILL ALWAY6 BE ASSOCIATED WITH THE EARLY DAYS OF THE WEST, AND RE-MINTING THE POPULAR DESIGN IS WELL HOCUS-FOCUS Weekly SUDOKU BY HENRY BOLTINOFF by Linda Thistle Find at least six differences in details between panels. 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Call 846-1764 Presented by the High Country Church of Christ In the Old Testament, the prophet Jeremiah spoke of a new ANSWERS Schools pre covenant, "Behold, the days come, saith the Lord, that I will make a new covenant with the house of Israel, and the house of Judah:" (Jer. 31:31). After quoting Jeremiah's prophecy, the Hebrews writer penned this great truth - "In that he saith. A new covenant, he hath made the first old. Now that which decayeth and waxeth old is ready to vanish away" (Heb. 8:13). The New Testament is that new covenant. Following arc three reasons to submit to the authoritative doctrine of the New Testament in all spiritual matters. I. The old covenant, commonly referred to as to the Old Testamemt, was given only to the children of Israel upon their release from Egyptian captivity. It was never given to, nor intended for, mankind in general. Futhermore, the Old Testament cannot be obeyed •'Providing a high quality educational experience" "Ofreciendo a los estudiantes una experiencia educativa de alta calidad" today. II. If Jesus is our high priest today, then the New Testament is our guide. The Hebrews writer made it plain that the Aaronic priesthood had ended. "For the priesthood being changed, there is made of necessity a change also of the law. For he of whom Fleetwood • 336-877-1702 w w w. t r ii ne.com YourlndependentTrane ComforrSpecrafisr" offers vou... 9^^. ZjffttL. . ' 24-Hoijr Emergency Service • Residential & Commercial Installations • Preventive Maintenance 6 Repairs • 6 months same as cash financing (with approved credit) . Financing available 336-877-1702 these things are spoken pertaincth to another tribe, Children must be 4 yrs. by October 16th or 3yr. olds must meet exceptional children requirements. Los ninos deben de tener 4 anos cumplidos antes del 16 de Octubre o ninos de 3 anos de cdad pueden ser elegibles al Programa De Ninos Excepcionales si llenan los requerimientos. For more information contact: Para mas informacion contactar al of which no man gave attendance at the altar. For it is evident that our Lord sprang out of Juda; of which tribe Moses spake nothing concerning priesthood" (Heb. 7:12-14). Jesus is now our high priest and all men are subject to the New Testament. III. God's final revelation to mankind, the New Testament, was entrusted to God's Son. Jesus said, " All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth" (Matt. 28:18). That authority is manifested on the pages of the New Testament and no where else. This new covenant, under which sins are remembered no more, was of such great and universal importance that it was published to mankind by God's own Son. We, at the High Country Church of Christ, desire simply to he the church we read about in the New Testament. Wc seek your comments, insight, and questions as we study together from God's Word. For more information, write to: High Country Church of Christ, We install Traiw Xli models. We Hani lb Stop A Dane' ^ \ P.O. Box 228, West Jefferson. NC 28694. ... wVilli \HI f \ 1 �PAGE 6B FRIDAY, MAY 18, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy 140-Help Wanted 140-Help Wanted 260-Garage/Yard 290-Horses & 330-Pets 430-Rooms, Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANK YOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER s NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper la sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it Illegal to advertise any preferences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex. handicap, tinanclai status or national origin includes children un­ der the age of 16 living with parents or legal custodians. pregnant women 6 people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate which Is In violation of the law. Our readers are here by informed that all dwellings advertised In this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUO toll-tree at 1 800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 100-General Services STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem, NC Phone: 336-768-1177 Res.:336-468-8802 Bill Shugart 140-Help Wanted ATTENTION CNA I S: PT positions for weekend work available for Home Care in Ashe County. i with Mileage and HEALTH after 90 days. Call Tammy Jones at (800) 790-7483 Toll Free SPECIAL NURSES FOR SPECIAL PEOPLEI! We are looking for a very special person NURSE!! We have an opening for an RN to provide nursing services to people with mental retardation. Some of the work you might expect: Assessments. Drug Reviews, Training Med. Techs., Clinic. But there is also the unexpected: Sharing in the lives of wonderful people and working with outstanding clinicians in a true team environment. Competitive pay and benefits. RHA Health Services 176 Wildcat Road. Deep Gap, NC. 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MILLER Criminal records check State Drywall AT 336-877-5828 mobile home Modulars, Doublewides and all other living or small tracts of and pre-employment Warrensville in Town of West •3 -J ftl iHsIcD 'J M i'fsfcOi or Singlewides. heirs of SAMUEL timber. ALSO: drug testing is required. Jefferson. Large We can do land home We lease Pianos. MILLER, Deceased EOE/AAE. LADY BUG ANNUAL Land with or private lot, Kitchen packages in your area. New & Used Grands. Respondents. EMPLOYEE & without timber. appliances included. Call 336-973-2335. We buy. sell, tune, J. Y. MONK FRIENDS YARD Call: Jim Grubb $500 per month, Ask for Big George. move, refinish & NOTICE OF SALE REAL ESTATE SALE & SIDEWALK security deposit. 336-877-2330 rebuild pianos. SCHOOL SALE LIMITED QUANTITY: No pets. Acme - Piano Man Get your license Fast. 1620 sq ft double wide, SAT, MAY 19 380-Trucks & Call 384-4228. . 800-745-3950 UNDER AND BY VIR­ Boone & Charlotte 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 4x4s for Sale TUE of an Order en­ Courses. Free thermopane windows, Lots of misc. items, 2 bedroom, 2 bath, 330-Pets tered in this matter by Brochure & Schedule. 2002 Dodge Dakota, at Deep Gap on 1 dishwasher, quality some new. the Clerk of Superior 1-800-849-0932 4x4, extra cab, V-8, acre, built 2x4 16 on center Bloodhound mix just off Court of Ashe County, CD, AC, Cruise. Great Cranberry Springs Rd. construction by Horton puppies to Location: Need a new job? North Carolina, on April truck. $13,500. Call Propane heat. 846Homes... delivered and good homes. Lady Bug Shop Look in 16 2007, as modified 336-384-1047. set up with 5 yr. Black with white 7674, or 877-6872 Jefferson on April 20, 2007, the The Jefferson Post warranty only markings. 1st shots Classifieds! undersigned court-ap­ SHOPPING FOR A $49,995.00. New and dewormed. 490-Houses/ pointed Commissioner 4X4? Generation Homes Part Time Help Call 977-9309 SEVERAL FAMILY will offer for sale to the Apts. for Sale Keep Checking the (336)973-4462. Wanted GARAGE SALE highest bidder for cash Did you know that if Classified Ads. to service greeting CEDAR LOG HOMES NEW HOME WITH at FRI, MAY 18 you are giving away cards in local retail •Canadian Northern General Laborer LAND! All improve­ an animal or item , 430-Rooms, SAT, MAY 19 outlets. No experience White Cedar Needed ments: Landscaped Front Door of the Ashe you can list it for free Apts., Houses required. Flexible •Hundreds of plans Come by or call Yard, Concrete Front County Courthouse in the Classifieds. hours. Please call For Rent Too many items to •Post/Beam Rainbow Recycling Covered Porch, Big 150 Government Circle Call 846-7164 for 1-800-543-4110 and •Licensed Builder 336-846-2267 list. Back Deck. Must move Jefferson, more information Applications are now mention territory 2712." •You build or we build Now $87,900.00 Will North Carolina being accepted for HABITATION •Financing Lab-Mix puppies free to Finance. Call DS 11:00 o'clock a.m. Location: Housing for SPECIALIST II 28 years in business. good homes. 7 weeks Prevette at 973-2335 May 29. 2007 Senior Citizens 360 Hillside Oaks Dr. (Position 743-40-1780) Call Ron Hayes Old. 336-877-5643 Electronic or 981-6368. at Spruce Hills Off Wade Bare Rd. Open until filled. FT 336-984-8363 manufacturer located in the following tract or Apartments in New River Behavioral PLACE YOUR Boone, NC is seeking 510-Mobile Home parcel of land lying and West Jefferson. NC HealthCare. Alleghany DOGS AND CATS 500-Mobile YARD SALE production operators. being in Ashe County, 'One bedroom, Lots for Sale County. Duties FOR SALE AD HERE FRIDAY, MAY 18 Excellent benefits, Homes for Sale North Carolina, and unfurnished energy Include: Case FOR ONLY SAT, MAY 19 work schedule -1st IT'S TIME YOU more fully described as efficient apartments management services 14x72 Single Wide. $3.50 PER AD. shift 7:00 am - 3:30 8 AM - UNTIL own your own home! follows: •Handicapped Brand new. Choose 2 tor adults and children (UP TO 20 WORDS pm, 2nd shift 3:30 pm Credit Problems accessible with primary diagnosis of 3 bedrooms vinyl PER AD). CALL 12:00 am. Applications Being the Samuel is not a problem, Tools, Radios. TV, •Rent based on of DD. May also have and shingle. You CLASSIFIED DEPT. available at Let Me Help! Miller property as household items. applicants income MI/SA diagnosis. Case choose your colors. AT 336-846-7164 Employment Security Land Home Packages described in Deed clothes, books, lots to Section 8 assistance management includes 5 year warranty only FOR MORE Commission, In your area. Book U1. Page 328, choose from! available monitoring, arranging, 24,995.00 set and INFORMATION. 828-265-5385. bounded by the lands I also have lot models coordinating and link­ delivered. You will not EOE of, formerly of, or in with large savings. Shepherd / Collie Mix Locatlon: ing consumers with find better product or Call Big George, possession of the fol­ puppies to give away. 311 Nettle Knob needed services and price. New Generation SUMMER JOBS 336-973-2335. lowing: on the north by 3 brown. 3 black Road Homes (336)973-4462. may be provided in any IMMEDIATE NEED Edward Lee (312males. Call 384-2936 For more information, West Jefferson Stop and see us we will setting Minimum 1093), on the east by Call 336-246-9163 save you money. requirements: From Intersection Bus & Van Drivers, Beryl Jaynes (14-596), TDD# 1-800-735-2962 Bachelors degree in Full & Part-time past McDonalds, on the south by Carl Human Services field 1980 Oakwood Office Manager and take Hwy 221 South Miller (S4-410) and FOR QUICK and two years Mobile Home Part-time Assistant. to first side road on Mable Hart (306-715), RESULTSI 14x55 Good condition professional level left. Sale at fourth on the west by Need to advertise a Partiallyfurnished experience with DD Call for appointment N.C.S.R. #1364, on the house on left. place for rent? List it For more information and/or MI/SA 246-6112 or northwest by Paul in our Tor rent" call 336-246-9258 population or Master's 246-3066 Stevens (05-499) and sections. The Alleghany Animal degree in Human Edward Lee (312KITS Call Geraldine at Shelter is overwhelmed ARE YOU LOOKING Services field and one 235-Christmas Are available at the 1093); being more 336-846-7164 with puppies right now! FOR A GOOD year professional level Jefferson Post for particularly described Trees If you've thought about Furnished 2 bedroom, DEAL? experience with DD purchase. Each kit as follows: welcoming a new 4Check out the ads WANTED: and/or MI/SA includes: 6 Signs footed friend into your 1 bath apartment for in the Classified population. Usual Entire fields, large or 60 Price Stickers minutes from home, now's the time rent, section. small, Fraser Fir Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8-5, 6 Directional Arrows to stop by and adopt town. $525 monthly. flexibility required. Christmas Trees. Best Deal Going: Marking Pen your new fuzzy pall Willing to assume all Typical-hiring range: Deposit required. 336- Horton Double Wide... Inventory & Tip Sheet. We have 6 border maintenance. $33,564 - $38,424. 5 Yr. Warranty, 3 For only $5.95 each collie mixes (all 246-7337. Call 276-579-7733. Submit state applica­ bedrooms, 2 baths, females), 4 tiny beagle YARD SALES tion and transcript to: appliances $39,995.00 Little Classifieds... mixes (2 males, 2 260-Garage/Yard Advertise your yard Alleghany Employment set and delivered. Only females), 2 female Security Commission, sale in this space. one at this price. New Sales black lab mixes, 1 PO Box 996, Sparta, Generation Homes boxer mix (male), 1 (336)973-4462. NC 28675. Criminal 1 time $9.50 3 FAMILY YARD heeler mix (female), 2 times — $15.00 records check and SALE and 3 new adorable pre-employment drug SAT, MAY 19 beagle mixes (1 Friends Don't Let testing is required. Copy along with 8 AM - UNTIL female, 2 males). EOE/AAE payment have to be Their ages range from in our office by Friends Drive Drunk! Ladies clothing and 6 weeks to 12 weeks MAKE A these deadlines: lots of misc items! old. Call us at DIFFERENCE 336-372-8744 or visit In the life of another. Tues. paper No later Location: us on the web at Full and part time then -Frl. 9 am Intersection of alleghany.petfinder.com. positions available Frl. paper - No later Hwy 16 & 88 working with then -Wed. 9 am In front of Sheets Wanted: Eskimo Spitz developmentally Brothers Guttering 6 week to 3 years. disabled adults. Two inch space for Call collect, the above costs. Positions available in 336-765-3837 Ashe, Watauga and Wilkes Counties. GREAT BENEFITS for full time employees. {AM EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY High School diploma or We are seeking dependable members for our GED and valid driver's AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, INC. Production Team who are looking for steady and license required. Call 828-262-5450 rewarding employment. Behavioral Technician Part-time positions CLASSIFIED m\ available in Ashe ADVERTISING County area. One on one services needed Office Hours for a young man in the Monday - Friday Fleetwood area, and 8 am - 5 pm for another young man in the Lansing area. CLASSIFIED HomeCare offers DEADLINES excellent training and supervision, and we Tuesday's paper have just revised (Friday 9:00 am) our pay rates. Friday's paper This position requires (Wednesday GED/High School 9:00 am) diploma and a valid NC drivers' license. IMPORTANT HomeCare provides all INFORMATION § other necessary training. Please call In the case of an error HomeCare on our part, credit will Management for an be given for the first application at incorrect run only. The 828-264-1021, or Jefferson Post is toll-free 888-878-5199. not responsible for Fax your resume to incorrect copy submit­ 828-264-0755, attn: ted by the advertiser Patty Barker, or access or for typographical an application through errors which do not our website at lessen the value of the www.homecaremgmt.org. ad. Just click on Employment Opportunities. Charges Rates depend on size of ad and number of Enterllne & Russell runs. Please call Builders Classified Dept. is seeking Carpenters for information. & Helpers for projects In Watauga, Ashe and Avery Counties. Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Benefits include: Classified Advertising •Health Insurance The Jefferson Post •Paid Holidays PO Box 808 •401K Savings Plan West Jefferson, NC 28694 Apply at office in Blowing Rock. (We accept personal 828-295-9568 check. Visa or Full Time & Part Time Master Card) Housekeeping Position Telephone: for vacation rental (336) 846-7164 homes. Must Fax: be detailed, organized, (336) 846-7165 reliable, punctual, good transportation. e-mail: Pay based classified© jeffersonposf com on experience & Web: qualifications. www.jeffersonpost.com Fleetwood, Deep Gap & Todd area. Call 30-Special 336-877-6529. Elm i mi Wilkes Community College BIG RESULTS! Your sourcefor nms in Ashe County and the High Country: The jefferson Post Criminal Justice Lead Instructor For more information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu MEIfi IS GROWING AND NOW HIRING FOR SEVERAL PRODUCTION POSITIONS Classifieds. Weekend Medical Technologist LEARM Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! TO DRI VE Call ALLIANCE 846TRACTOR -TRAILER 7164 TRAINING CENTERS Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! Call 8467164 Sell It! Buy It! 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To apply: Apply on-line at www.ashcmcmorial.org or mail your resume to: Attn: Human Resources, Ashe Memorial Hospital, Inc., 200 Hospital Ave, Jefferson, NC 28640, or email to Job Skill Training Available Clean Environment Four Day Work Week (Full 40 hours) Excellent Health Benefits 401-K Retirement with Company Contribution Monthly Bonus Eligibility Starting at $8.00 per hour for unskilled positions Regular wage increases available based on personal performance Successful completion of drug screen and background check required. Apply in person at: American Emergency Vehicles, 165 American Way, Jefferson, NC. For more information, call 336-982-9824. AEV is an equal opportunity employer. �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7B FRIDAY , MAY 18, 2007 Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals degrees 15 minutes 38 seconds East 257.79 feet to a 3/8 inch rebar found, 2) thence South 70 degrees 23 minutes 57 seconds East 186.54 feet to a 3/8 inch rebar found, 3) thence South 50 de­ grees 47 minutes 04 seconds East 58.54 feet to a 3/8 inch rebar found, 4) thence South 03 degrees 26 minutes 47 seconds East 78.16 feet to a 3/8 inch rebar found, 5) thence South 53 degrees 04 minutes 35 seconds East 222.87 feet to a 3/4 inch pipe found, 6) thence South 55 degrees 15 minutes 09 seconds East 191.56 feet to a 3/8 rebar found, 7) thence South 71 degrees 31 minutes 29 seconds East 361.09 feet to a 3/8 Inch rebar found, 8) thence South 86 degrees 35 minutes 36 seconds East 231.03 feet to a 3/8 inch rebar found; thence with the eastern line of the Miller property and the Jaynes line South 12 degrees 16 minutes 13 seconds West 475.00 feet to a marked white oak, said oak being North 70 degrees 53 minutes 07 seconds East 3.62 feet from a 1/2 inch rebar set; thence with the south­ ern line of the Miller property and the C. Miller and Hart line four courses: 1) thence North 89 degrees 42 minutes 22 seconds West 595.30 feet to a hickory, said hickory being South 70 degrees 49 minutes 28 seconds East 1.34 feet from a 1/2 inch rebar set, 2) thence North 87 degrees 47- minutes 06 seconds West 496.65 feet to a 1/2 inch rebar set, 3) thence North 87 degrees 01 minutes 03 seconds West 417.28 feet to a 1/2 inch rebar set, 4) thence North 89 degrees 02 minutes 06 seconds West, passing over a 1/2 inch rebar set at 362.05 feet, for a total distance of 376.39 feet to a point in the centerline of N.C.S.R. #1364; thence with said centerline two courses: 1) thence North 07 degrees 34 minutes 24 seconds West 57.03 feet to a point, 2) thence North 14 degrees 55 minutes 55 seconds West 139.21 feet to the BEGINNING; contain­ ing 31.023 acres as calculated by coordi­ nate geometry from field data gathered by Thomas Herman Company, PLLC, RO. Box 519, Jefferson, North Carolina 286400519, 336-846-3352, P.L.S. L-2633, dated September 30, 2004, Job No. 040902. seq. BEGINNING on a point in the centerline of N.C.S.R. #1364, said point being the north­ western corner of the Miller property; thence with the northwestern line of the Miller prop­ erty and the Stevens and Lee line two cours­ es: 1) thence North 38 degrees 54 minutes 55 seconds East, passing over a 1/2 inch rebar set at 55.53 feet, for a total distance of 286.83 feet to a 1/2 inch rebar set, said rebar being South 79 degrees 21 minutes 19 seconds East, 13.43 feet from a 3/8,inch rebar found, 2) thence North 38 de­ grees 33 minutes 52 seconds East 734.41 feet to a black oak. said oak being South 87 degrees 39 minutes 08 seconds West 1.97 feet from a 3/8 inch rebar found as a refer­ ence point; thence with the northern line of the Miller property and the Lee line eight courses: 1) thence South 84 (J®* CLASSIC WEDNIKGSJ This sale is subject to any unpaid taxes, prior liens and deed of trust, rights-of-way or ease­ ments, if any, and such other encumbrances and other matters as may appear of record; and will be in all particulars be governed by the provisions of N.C.G.S. §1-339.1, et. U*' EXCAVATING Call for Appointment 336-982-9725 Darlene Little dandglittle@skybest.com • Homesites •Spring Work • Lot Clearing • Basement/Footers This the 30th day of April, 2007. D. Dale Howard, Commissioner IN RE: ESTATE OF DEAN BRIAN MOYER, Late of Miami, Florida. This is to NOTIFY ALL PERSONS having claims against said Estate to present them to: GRADY LONON. Attorney at Law, 218 East Main Street, P.O. Box 422, Jefferson, NC 28640, on or before August 20th, 2007, three months from the first publication of this NOTICE, or this NO­ TICE will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the Estate will please make immediate pay­ ment to the under­ signed for the Estate. This the 1st day of May, 2007. Johnny Lee Parsons Executor for the Estates of Clarence Edgar Parsons and Virginia D. Parsons Quality Home Repairs • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation • Ponds 'Ditching • Driveways • Gravel, Mulch, Dirt • Plumbing/Electrical Seasonal Opening & Closing All types ot repairs and maintenance tor your home or business. All calls returned. Maintenance Contracts by request. Michael Pennington 336-385-2346 \Mobile: 336-977-1312/ Herb Mckittrick Cell: 336-977-1455 336-384-9192 V f Shop The Classifieds. This the 27th day of April, 2007. Scott W. Reid, Executor of the estate of Gilda Scott Reid. 101 LeBlanc Court Cary, NC 27513 E. Sue Miller Administratrix for the Estate of Hattie Rosetta Campbell Lot Maintenance ^ Minor Landscaping Serving Ashe & Alleghany Counties Will Call me for any project! FREE ESTIMATES!! FREE ESTIMATES 9464 Hwy 16 N • Grassy Creek, HC 28631 TERRY SAUNDERS 336-982-4651 336-385-8563 J MFA 336-877-1014 ^ TI AND K HOME IMPROVEMENT 336-246-3434 \445 Wade Vannoy Dr.»West Jefferson. NC/ 336-846-7164 -V Lawn Services GRASS CUTTING AND TRIMMING BBB BUSHHOGCING F. MIMBIR NORTH SMALL BACKIIOE "Since 19H9" Call us at H & J Total Lawn Care Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and part time residents of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. Classifieds Work! hp LAWN SERVICES TREE SERVICE Mm ROOFING Appalachian Roofing Co. FREE ESTIMATES Senior Citizens Discounts Serving Wilkes and BOB'S TREE SERVICE Serving the High Country ROOP'S ROOFING Licensed in North Carolina Ac VA Install roofing of all kinds Hoof Painting • Insured ic .ALL Work Guaranteed Allen •Tree THmming • Tree Removal • DumpTVuck • Chipper • Clearing Lots • Cutting Views • FREE ESTIMATES FREE ESTIMATES! Owner: Charles Hoop FREE ESTIMATES k "Fully Insured" All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs 21Years Expert ensue Surrounding Counties Cox's This the 23rd day of April, 2007. John M.Logsdon McElwee Firm, PLLC 906 Main Street North Wilkesboro, NC 28659 Attorneys for the Estate fS»LAWN MOWING Thomas Reed - Owner > Having qualified as the Having qualified as Executor of the Estate Administratrix of the of Gilda Scott Reid late Estate of Hattie of Ashe County, North Rosetta Campbell, late Carolina, the under­ of Ashe County, North signed does hereby Carolina, this is to notify all persons, firms notify all persons hav­ and corporations hav­ ing claims against said ing claims against the estate to present them Estate of said decedent to exhibit them to the to the undersigned at undersigned on or be­ 3744 N. 1700 East Rd.. Heyworth, IL 61745 on fore July 31, 2007 or this notice will be or before the 31st of this pleaded in bar of their July, 2007, or Notice will be pleaded recovery. All persons, firms and corporations in bar to their recovery. indebted to the estate All persons indebted to of Gilda Scott Reid will the estate will please please make immedi­ make Immediate ate payment to the payment to the undersigned. undersigned. This the 11th day of May, 2007 Northwest Lawn Care, Inc. Appleseed NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor of the Estates of Clarence Edgar Parsons and Virginia D. Parsons, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against said estates to present them to the undersigned at 2539 Cranberry Springs Rd„ Fleet­ wood, NC 28626 on or before the 5th day of August, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immedi­ ate payment to the undersigned. » HOME REPAIRS Tim** LAWS CARE Classic^/ Mountain Field Weddings1Excavating & flawling Affordable Decorated Wedding No JOB Too SMALL! Candelabra Rentals "Large Selection" Silk Flowers and Greenery Delivery, Set-up aiuf Pick-up In accordance with the above-referenced Or­ der. as modified, the opening bid shall be no less than $190,189. The highest bidder will be required to make a deposit of ten (10%) percent of the first $1.000.00 and five (5%) of all amounts over the first $1,000.00, as a good faith deposit on said bid. Any successful bidder shall be required to tender the full bal­ ance purchase price so bid in cash or certified check at the time the Commissioner tender a Commissioner's Deed for the property. Should the successful bidder fail to pay the full bal­ ance purchase price so bid at that "time, the bid­ der shall remain liable on the bid as provided by statute. NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO CREDITORS 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals Bob Cox Lansing, NC |780 Anderson Hill Rd.* Lansing, 336-384-2063 OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE Miller TREE SERVICE 'Sony •Sharp • Mountain View w Stump Grinding NC] .Cell: 977-2978 Home: 384-4978^ ' TVfontoiv tenter ,pione€r ,Samsun9 .Panasonicj Tkji Omtty SUctmic ZxjwU' Landscaping Hedge Trimming 607C S. Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 FREE ESTIMATES 336-977-1272 or L 336-982-6218 J 336-246-HDTV (4388) Fax: 336-246-2443 LiMiff lr HIP BIST Prim Possible. fW INSURANCE J O E ' S FARM BUREAU TV INSURANCE AND Auto • Home • Life feJ An Authoring Agmt for /% (f|) BlueCroas BlueShield TSTW or North Carolina JVC r Let's compare rates & service Kay Combs Mountain Welding • Stainless Steel • Aluminum • Mild Steel Tree, Service, 336-246-8828 Tree Topping,Trimming and Removal L Helping you Is what wedo best. 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Serving Ashe, Avery & Watauga • Call 828-773-2805 today and get your disposal removal tomorrow! • Residential Pick up Service $40.00 Quarterly & Contracting Co. •:L ^ 336-877-5010 Where Quality is a Tradition All Work Guaranteed / Licensed, Bonded & Insured us- REMODELING/CARPENTRY ftoone j No Job Too Small | or Too Large! ALL TYPES oy GRADING Grading Co., Inc. life • Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds • i.and (Tearing • Road Building • Septic Systems • Basements • l ooters LICENSED & INSURED FREE ESTIMATES • Logos • Business Cards ' Brochures - Camera Ready Ads Contact Robert Holman L)CB HolderCaine Office: 828-963-4069 Fax: 828-963-8610 Cell: 828-773-6736 336.977 2113 OOLS ON WHEELS RJ CAINE • Remodel Jobs •Deeks • Additions .136-977-2112 Repairs it Maintenance 336-384-4352 �PAGE 8B FRIDAY, MAY 18, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Woman wins free speech fight in Wilkes WILKES COUNTY - The American Civil Liberties Union of North Carolina Legal Foundation (ACLU-NCLF) to­ day announced the successful resolution of a two-year battle between Boomer resident and peace activist Sally Ferrell and the Wilkes County school district regarding Ms. Ferrell's constitutional right to free speech in the Wilkes County high schools. Beginning in March 2005, Ms. Ferrell had sought permission from the school district to distribute information to high school stu­ dents regarding alternatives to military service on the same basis and to the same extent as military recruiters were being allowed access to students for purposes of recruiting. Mili­ tary recruiters had been grant­ ed access to students in Wilkes County high schools for some time, but the Superintendent and members of the Wilkes County School Board repeat­ edly refused Ms. Ferrell's re­ quest to distribute literature and to speak with students. The ACLU-NCLF intervened on Ms. Ferrell's behalf. "I explained to the Superin­ tendent that my approach was not anti-military; neverthe­ less, I was continually denied access to speak with students in our local high schools who were being aggressively re­ cruited by the military," said Sally Ferrell. "My goal was simply to help young people response to the ACLU-NCLFs request. The ACLU-NCLF in­ formed the school district that under the First Amendment, if the school allowed military re­ cruiters to have access to stu­ dents in school, then it also had to allow equal access to people wishing to present alternative points of view. During the latter part of 2005 and into 2006, the school district informed the ACLUNCLF that it was drafting a new policy regarding employ­ ment and military recruitment in the schools. Wilkes County School District Policy 5240 (Policy on Recruiters) was ad­ opted in July 2006, acknowl­ edging that, "if military re­ cruiters are permitted to have access to students on campus, equal access must be provided to organizations that wish to present alternatives to mili­ tary service...." In the fall of 2006, Ms. Fer­ rell obtained organizational sponsorship from NC Peace Action and again sought access to students for the purposes of distributing literature and communicating with students, in full compliance with Policy 5240. Again, she was denied her legal rights to equal access to students, and in December 2006, the ACLU-NCLF threat­ ened litigation on Ms. Ferrell's behalf. In April 2007, Ms. Fer­ rell was finally permitted full and equal access to students in Wilkes County high schools, and the ACLU-NCLF cancelled plans to litigate. "We are happy that we were able to resolve this matter without filing a lawsuit," said Katy Parker, ACLU-NCLF Staff Attorney. 'The school district was wrong to deny Ms. Ferrell access to the schools, and we are pleased that her rights have finally been vindi­ cated." The ACLU-NCLF will con­ tinue to monitor the situation to ensure that the new school policies are implemented fairly and in a manner that does not discriminate against organiza­ tions or speakers based merely on school officials' disagree­ ment with the point of view be­ ing expressed. Hickory, NC, May 15, presented with the Dottie County; Susan Dickens, Vice County—Renae Clark and 2007—The Board of Direc­ Darsie Hall of Fame Award. Chair of Property, Burke Courtney Strange; Cataw­ ba County—Michaela Iery, tors for the Girl Scout Coun­ Established in 2003, the County; Donna Adams, Vice cil of the Catawba Valley Dottie Darsie Hall of Fame Chair of Fund Development, Susan Jones and Jerri WilArea held its Annual Meet­ Award recognizes a volun­ Anita Johnson-Gwin, Vice fong; Iredell County—Mary ing on Saturday, April 21 at teer who is a legacy to our Chair of Associations, John Green; and Watauga Coun­ the First United Methodist Girl Scouts—one who lives Leach, Treasurer, and Nil- ty—Charles Norwood. Highlights of the morn­ as an example, grows in Girl lah Cody, Secretary, "all of Church in Hickory, N.C. ing included performances The meeting was presided Scouting, lives with account­ Catawba County. over by Susan Dickens, Vice ability and chooses an atti­ During the event, the Girl by several Girl Scout troops Chair and Morganton resi­ tude of service. (Please see Scout delegation elected including the flag ceremo­ dent. This year, the council related story.) new board members. Mem- ny and chorus. The event included the 2006 Year in Review through the eyes of Girl Scout Heather Higgins of Troop 113, Hickory. (More) Contributions from local businesses made the event possible including Plati­ num sponsor Corning Ca­ ble Systems; Gold sponsor celebrated its 60th anniver­ Newly elected officers for bers-At-Large include: Ashe Norwood's Commercial Ap­ sary. 2007-2009 include: Dottie County—Evelyn Jones; pliances, Inc.; Silver spon­ During the Annual Meet­ D a r s i e , B o a r d C h a i r , a n d Burke County—Tammy sors America's Best Cookie ing, the council honored Tim Hemphill, Vice Chair Black, Jo Sitton and Rita and Ashdon Farms; Bronze Kim Baker, Drexel. She was of Finance, both of Caldwell Weatherford; Caldwell sponsors BB&T of Hickory, Bowman Pools & Spas, Inc., Pepsi Cola Bottling Com­ pany and Piedmont Natural Gas. The Circle of Friends sponsor was Wachovia Secu­ rities/Will Fanjoy. The Girl Scout Council of the Catawba Valley Area, a United Way agency, serves nearly 4,800 girls and 1,700 adults of all ethnic, reli­ gious, and socioeconomic backgrounds, and abilities in seven counties—Alexander, Ashe, Burke, Caldwell, Ca­ tawba, Iredell, and Watau­ ga. For more information about Girl Scouting, contact the Council Service Center at 828-328-2444, toll-free at 800-328-8388, e-mail to info. cvgirlscouts.org, or visit the council Web site at www.cvgirlscouts.org Founded in 1912, Girl Scouts of the USA is the pre­ eminent leadership develop­ ment organization for girls with 3.6 million girl and adult members worldwide. Girl Scouting is the leading authority on girls' healthy development, and builds girls of courage, confidence and character, who make the world a better place. look at career, vocational and educational funding opportu­ nities outside of military ser­ vice - for example, Job Corps and AmeriCorps - so that they may make informed decisions about their futures." On behalf of Ms. Ferrell, the ACLU-NCLF sent a letter to Superintendent Stephen Laws in September 2005, expressing concern that the school district was discriminating against Ms. Ferrell based on her view­ point, in violation of her First Amendment rights, and re­ questing copies of any school district policies regarding ac­ cess given to career recruiters and military recruiters in Wil­ kes County high schools. No such policies were provided in Girl Scout Council marks 60th anniversary €)> Girl Scouts HUGE YARD SALE Midway Baptist Church parking lot from 8:00 am- 2 :00pm Many great items! Proceeds go to community action projects to benefit residents of Ashe County Give Your Graduate " Noteworthy Picking at the River House Tim and Debbie Yates will perform at River House on Sunday, May 20, accompanied by Mark Rose on stand-up bass, Jordan Rice on mandolin, and Bruce Waters on banjo. The event begins at 4 p.m. with complimentary hors d'oeuvre and a cash bar. The music is followed by a four-course set menu. For reservations, call 336-982-2109. For information: riverhousenc.com and acousticheritage.com. Grad Ads Honor your graduate with a message in the Jefferson Post on Friday, May 25th. This is a memorable way to show your pride in the accomplishments your graduate has achieved throughout their school years. Order today! Play Better Golf with JACK NICKLAUS f JSELING THRT TOUR RIGHT — SIDE STAYS UMDGn YOUR L.E.FT UNTH. THE. fcHLL HAS Class or MR VANISHED UJ)l_U HELP YOU AT IMPACT — VITAL TO PINE SHOT- MAKING. 2007 UJITH YOUR. School FREE CHECKING WITH FREE FOLDING TRAVEL CHAIR West Jefferson 1055 Mt. Jefferson Road 246-9700 Northwestern Bank www.NwesternBank.com Member FDIC This is just the beginning of a lifetime of rewarding challenges. May you be as successful in the coming years as you were in school. Love, Mom & Dad • Photos (in full color) give the messages a nice touch, hut are not required. •All Grad Ads require prepayment. Jane Smith High School Class of2007 We are both so very proud of you and all of your accomplishments. Your hard work and sacrifice has paid off for you. You have filled our lives with so much love & joyMay life hold only the best for you. Love, Mom & Dad Address. City State Zip • Check Enclosed • VisaG M/C Card Number Exp. Date Message: Phone. Deadline: Tuesday, May 22nd, 12:00 Noon Publication Date: Friday, May 25th, 2007 Signature. Mail coupon to: Grad Ads Classified Dept. Jefferson Post • P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 or call (336) 846 - 7164 and ask forGeraldine �JEFFERSON POST I Wjttanu'SffflffamrReceptionisb FRIDAY, MAY 18, 2007 PAGE 9B mmm I �PAGE 10B FRIPAY/ MAY 18, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS 1st Annual Hit-A-Thon continues Saturday The first annual Hit-AThon held last Saturday, was a success. There was lots of baseball and softball, plus fellowship and fun.Then came the rain... The make-up date for those who did not get to hit will be on Saturday, May 19, from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at family Cen­ tral. Please be sure to being your sponsorship money. Look for results of the Hit-A-Thon in next week's edition. Blossom is a long-hair kitty, black with "highlight" markings. She has a docile, sweet disposition, is litter trained and accustomed to being indoors. Pogo is a 6 wk old shepherd/collie mix of unusually beautiful red/ brown coloring, furry and cuddly waiting for a "forever" home. Scout is a 6 wk old shepherd/collie mix of black/brown coloring. She would be good with kids and make a wonderful companion. Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located directly in front of the Armoiy on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@skybest.com — - Mm — &Jlu . 1 CONTINUES THElALL NEW WEST JEFFERSON CHEVROLET! m UNDERSOLD 2007 Chevy Silverado 1500 2006 Chevy Colorado 4x4 Silverados $229 per Month Sth #0396: E0EQ37 retains 0% Stk #25717 2006 Chevy Malibu Maxx LT W Stk #14611 *1 $239 per Month K incentives plus tax. tag and 99JJtloc tee WAC Festivities this Saturday Include: • Entertainment provided by Gary Poe with Tim Uarner and Friends • Come join us for lunch to be served from 11:00 - 1:00 - hot does grilled by the Chevrolet family and Pizza provided by Brickstone Pizza 8c Pasta along with The Corner Market in East Jefferson introducing their new Hunt Family Pizza • Don't forget to register for a 3 night / 4 day Myrtle Beach vacation getaway to the Springmaid Resort along with tickets to the Dixie Stampede! Drawing at 2pm • We will also be giving away 2 tickets to the Martina McBride concert for June 1st at 7:30 at the LJUM Coliseum in Greensboro and also 2 Race Tickets AN AMERICAN EC Amy Yates to last week's winner of the Bi£ Screen TV Amy Yates? c ITci*s< nT'Clic.vrolc ( 17^WNFEJEFFMOM X( � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. 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After an awards ceremony, those who received scholarships gathered outside Ashe County High School to give themselves a cheer—and throw a cloud of confetti. "I am very pleased with our scholarship totals this year. Any time we can be offered over $2 million in scholarships and can be accepting over $1 million in actual scholarship money I feel like our seniors have done well!" said Tara Miller, a guidance counselor. "We had many prestigous scholarships given out this year from many different universities and organizations throughout the state of North Carolina. Our local and community organizations continue to grow each year and they give more and more money to our qpnlors. Our seniors are fortunate to live in a community that cares so much about seeing them pursue their college educa­ tion! i congratulate our seniors and wish all of them the best of luck! I hope to see our scholarship program at Ashe County High School continue to grow and excel with each year!" Movie to be shot in Ashe this summer by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor As Fox premieres its new reality show "On the Lot" tonight, viewers will get the chance to see promising new filmmakers and what it takes to make a movie. Ashe Coun­ ty may one day be included in that process through the efforts of two talented young men. Actor and writer Michael Damian Kelleher is work­ ing toward a film about the hanging of Will Banks, to be shot in the county, and actor, writer and budding filmmak­ er Adrian Rieder is planning a film this summer starring local residents caught up in extraordinary circumstances. vaulter takes state title Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising^jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jefiersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com "A Noise of Many Waters" is a dramatic love story about a troubled young woman va­ cationing in the mountains with her father when she dis­ covers a young man waiting for the world to end. Writ­ ten by Rieder and starring himself, Martin Little from Little's Health and Fitness Center, and Little's niece and Rieder's wife, Suzanne Gray, along with five supporting characters, the movie is now in rehearsals with filming set to begin next month. A native of Richmond, Va., Rieder said it was there he first got involved in the­ ater and did stage work all through school, graduating in 1999 from the prestigious Juilliard School in New York. He then spent seven years in New York City doing stage work including the Broad­ way bound play "Paper Doll" and tested with F. Murray Abraham and others at Duke University. His acting credits include "Law and Order" and "Sex in the City" on televi­ sion, and soap operas includ­ ing "All My Children." Adrian, and Suzanne who grew up in Watauga County, moved to Ashe about a year ago and Rieder began his plans for the movie. It placed first in the RedlnkWorks International Screenwriting Competition. The top 50 in that competition, Rieder said, are sent out to agents. "I was hoping for the top 50, but not expecting first place," he said. "I knew when I was writ­ ing it, I was developing it to be produced," Rieder said of his movie. "I've been writ­ ing for about five years, and put this ahead of my acting. North Carolina has been very accommodating to film­ makers, and I knew I wanted to produce it here." He said he went through the North Carolina Film Commission, which arranges licensing for films made in the state, and scouted all his own locations, which will include woods, an abandoned shack, a church and a small town. The film is to be produced by Rieder's company, Middleway Pictures, and financed through mostly local inves­ tors. "I wanted to involve lo­ cal people, so I started by contacting ASU and the film department at the North Carolina School of the Arts in Winston Salem," he said. "I've had an overwhelming See Movies, page > Annual Heart Walk a success Post photo by Linda Burchette Katrina Krider (in purple), a two-year participant on the Women's Track team won the State Championship on Friday evening in the Pole Vault event. Krider cleared the height of 9'6" on her first attempt and her competitor scratched two times before clear­ ing the height. After Krider and her competitor both scratched on the height of ten feet, Krider was named champion based on her clearing the previous frame on her first attempt. Those who served The county Department of Emergency Management has provided a complete list of agencies involved in the follow-up to the recent tragedies at Ashe Lake. These were: Ashe County Rescue Squad Ashe County Sheriffs Office Ashe County Emergency Management Ashe Memorial Hospital Alleghany Rescue Squad Dive Team Blue Ridge Medical Transport Warrensville VFRD Dive Team and Fire It was a beautiful day to "Be Smart and Walk for Your Heart" Saturday for the annual Heart Walk. Dozens of enthusiastic walkers of all ages gathered at the 1904 courthouse to hear an inspiring message from heart disease survivor Jim Payne, music from Jerry Smith and Friends, and the National Anthem from Brittany Brown, witness the posting of the colors by the Ashe County High School JROTC color guard, and join in warm-up exercises led by Cynthia Dixon before getting the signal from emcee Richard Blackburn to begin the walk around Jefferson. Approximately 22 "red caps" who are heart disease survivors led the walk, and door prizes were awarded at the end. The walk has so far raised $10,100 to be donated to the American Heart Association to fight heart disease. Department members Fleetwood VFRD New River VFRD Lansing VFRD West Jefferson VFD Surry County Emergency Management Surry County Dive Team NC Project Lifesaver with cadaver dogs Food purchased by the American Red Cross at a discount rate from Hardee's The Department of Emergency Management also listed three private individuals who provided assistance with technical information on the lake: Mark Baugham, Joel Weaver and Henry Drane. Banks to have new name ASHEBORO—FNB United Corp. (NASDAQ: FNBN) today announced that effective Monday, June 4, 2007, First National Bank and Trust Company, including its divisions Catawba Valley Bank, First Gaston Bank and Northwestern Bank of Wilkesboro, will change its name to CommunityONE Bank, National Association. The new name is not the result of a new sale, purchase or merger, and no community offices are closing. "Only our name is changing," stated Michael C. Miller, President and Chairman of First National. "We're still the same friendly, hardworking people." �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, MAY 22, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITS Garland Eugene Osborne Grassy Creek February 14,1937 May 14, 2007 Mr. Garland Eugene Os­ borne age 70 of Grassy Creek died Sunday, May 14, 2007 at his home. Mr. Osborne was born February 14, 1937 in Ashe County to the late Gaither and Ressie Hall Os­ borne. In addition to his par­ ents he was also preceded in death by a son, Ronnie Os­ borne and a sister, Iris Allen. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, May 15, 2007 at the Badger Funeral Home Chapel by Rev. William Greer. Burial followed in the Testerman Cemetery. The family received friends from 1 - 2 p.m. prior to the funeral. Mr. Osborne is survived by his wife, Kathryn Neomia Osborne; two sons, Danny Eugene Osborne of Grassy Creek, N.C. and Donnie Lee Osborne of Lansing, N.C.; two daughters, Mary Ann Wantland of the home, and Julie Triplett of Lansing, N.C.; one brother, Darrell Osborne of Lansing, N.C.; four sisters, Brenda Roten of Warrensville, N.C., Reda Darnell of Lansing, N.C., Veda Taylor of Jefferson, N.C. and Mae Birney of Md. 7 grandchildren, 2 great­ grandchildren, several nieces and nephews also survive. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. belong the Lions Club; Ashe Lodge #594 for over 30 years; Ashe Shrine Club; Oasis Tem­ ple and VFW. He also served as a West Jefferson Town Al­ derman for 28 years (Sept. 1963-Dec. 1991). He was a life long member of West Jeffer­ son United Methodist Church and a West Jefferson business man for over 50 years. He is survived by his wife, Zelma Osborne Miller, of the home; Dick Miller and R. C. Miller wife, Barbara, of West Jeffer­ West Jefferson son, Jimmy Miller and wife, April 9,1922 Debbie, of Jefferson and Dr. May 17,2007 Johnny Miller and wife, Judy, Mr. R.C. Miller, age 85, of of Pine Hurst; a daughter, West Jefferson, died Thurs­ Dianna Cope and husband, day night, May 17, 2007 at his Ronnie, of West Jefferson; residence. a brother, Carlton Miller, of Funeral services were held Newton Conover; three sis­ on Sunday, May 20, 2007 at 2 ters, Evonne Graybeal and p.m at West Jefferson Unit­ Donna Reeves, both of West ed Methodist Church with Jefferson and Bobbie Fran­ Rev. Kirk McNeill officiating. cis, of Jefferson; six grand­ Burial followed in the West children; three great-grandJefferson City Cemetery with children; several nieces and Masonic Rites. nephews also survive. The family received friends In lieu of flowers memorials from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. on Sat­ may be made to: West Jeffer­ urday, May 19, 2007 at Boone son United Methodist Church Family Funeral Home. Building Fund, PO Box 826, Mr. Miller was born in West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ashe County on Sunday, April You may give the family 9, 1922 to the late Carl Mill­ your condolences at our web­ er and Hala Melinda Woodie site www.boonefuneralhome. IVmller. He served in the Unit­ com ed States Army Air Corp. He Boone Family Funeral ;.vorked as an automotive Home of West Jefferson is dealer at W. J. Auto Sales and in charge of these arrange­ Twin City Chevrolet. He also ments. Juan Jose Jimenez Resendiz Jimenez and Oliva Resen­ diz; three sisters, Stefany, Evelin and Cita Resendiz of West Jefferson the home; two brothers, Ed­ September 16,1988 gar and Yamil Resendiz of May 14, 2007 Mr. Juan Jose Jimenez the home; maternal grand­ Resendiz age 18 of West Jef­ mother, Maria Lopez of West ferson died Monday, May 14, Jefferson; maternal grandfa­ 2007. Juan was born Sep­ ther, Simon Lopez Jimenez tember 16, 1988 in Mexico to of West Jefferson; paternal Jose Juan Jimenez and Oliva grandmother, Maria Ruiz Guerrero of Mexico; paternal Resendiz. Funeral services were held grandfather, Nicolas Moreno at 2 p.m. Friday, May 18,2007 of Mexico; one nephew. You may email your condo­ at the family's home. The family received friends lences to the family through all day Thursday, May 17, at our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. the home at 272 Dogget Rd. Badger Funeral Home is in Mr. Resendiz is survived by his parents, Jose Juan charge of the arrangements. Jonaton Jomarron West Jefferson August 1, 1988 May 14, 2007 Mr. Jonatan Jomarron, age 18, of West Jefferson died Monday, May 14, 2007. Jona­ tan was born August 1, 1988 in Miami, Fla. to Artemio Jomarron and Alba Tirado Velez. Funeral services were held on Sunday, May 20, 2007 at 2 p.m. at the Badger Funeral Home Chapel by Rev. Danny Pardo. Burial followed in the Jefferson Cemetery. The family received friends from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Satur­ day, May 19th at Badger Fu­ neral Home. Mr. Jomarron is survived J by his mother, Alba Tirado Velez of West Jefferson, his father, Artemio Jomarron of Miami, Fla.; his step-father, Rigoberto Matute of West Jef­ ferson; three brothers, Ray­ mond Paez and Jose Valez of Miami, Fla. and Lex Valez of West Jefferson. 1 aunt, 2, nephews and 1 niece also survive. In lieu of flowers memori­ als may be made to the family c/o Badger Funeral Home, PO Box 139, West Jefferson, NC 28694. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Did you know ? (MS) - At an average cost of $6,500, according to the National Funeral Directors Association, funerals rank as the third-largest purchase indi­ viduals make after a home and car. Because many decisions on funerals are made in an emotional state, the Federal Trace Commission (FTC) insti­ tuted the "Funeral Rule," which requires funeral homes provide itemized price lists of services in person or over the phone. It also helps to have a friend or family go with you to help you with the decision-making process to avoid paying more than you'd like. r > Gardening with arthritis Get pain relief without prescriptions (MS) - Many individuals suffer from some sort of pain. It disables more people than cancer or heart disease. Pain can have serious implications on quality of life. It affects sleep, can interrupt work, and affects daily living. It is also one of the most expen­ sive and debilitating condi­ tions, costing the U.S. close to $50 billion annually. Of all chronic pain, back pain is the most common complaint. Statistics show that 31 million Americans alone experience low-back pain at any given time. Back pain is one of the most com­ mon reasons for missed work. In fact, it is the second most common reason for visits to the doctor's office, outnum­ bered only by upper-respira­ tory infections. There are a number of avenues for relieving pain. Many times prescription pain relievers and anti-inflamma­ tory medications are given. But these can be costly and are only short-term solutions. Plus, they can be dangerous. The American Medical Asso­ ciation reports that chronic use of prescription and overthe-counter pain medications is becoming a public health problem. Many people are un­ aware of the potential harm­ ful side effects, including gas­ trointestinal problems. There are other options to treat pain, including chi­ ropractic manipulation and topical pain relievers. In re­ gard to pain relief, chiroprac­ tic care represents the most rapidly growing segment of the professional health ser­ vices market. Chiropractors care for much more than back pain, but many patients visit chiropractors to treat this complex condition. According to the American Chiroprac­ tic Association, manipula­ tion, used primarily by Doc­ tors of Chiropractic (DCs) for the last century, is receiving growing interest as an em­ phasis on treatment and cost effectiveness continues. You can take steps in con­ junction to chiropractic care to alleviate discomfort: Sprains: If you suspect you've sprained something, such as your ankle, you'll want to apply a cold compress immediately. According to the Mayo Clinic, doing so for 20 minutes at a time every 4 to 6 hours for a few days after the sprain should be sufficient. The cold will reduce both swelling and inflammation, and should help relieve pain as well. Once swelling has re­ duced, it's a good idea to ap­ ply heat to the sprained area. Heat will relax the tightened muscle and can be applied for 20 minutes up to three times per day. Muscle aches, strains, backache: Maintaining a healthy weight and exercis­ ing can keep the body limber and less likely to be affected by pain. Warming up and stretching before any physi­ cal activity, even something as mundane as gardening, can also prevent injury and loosen up stiff joints. If re­ petitive actions or working at a computer are the cause of pain, consider consulting an expert to improve the ergo­ nomics of your desk or work­ space. When pain acts up, instead of turning to medication, a less costly alternative that doctors have begun to recom­ mend is Nutranetics® Pain Fix Pro, an extra-strength gel that reduces inflammation and soothes irritated tissues while moisturizing and hydrating the skin. The stron­ gest over-the-counter pain gel available, Pain Fix Pro has become the recommenda­ tion of choice for many chi­ ropractors, who have found their patients especially ap­ preciative of the gel's fast ac­ tion pain relief. Joint pain and arthritis: Joint pain is common among people approaching their golden years. In particular, hip pain seems to be especial­ ly common among the aging set.« Some people are quick to jump the gun and seek cor­ tisone shots or anti-inflammatories. However, such an approach often just masks the symptoms, giving the impression that the joint is healing when it's really not. Over time, repeated cortisone shots or use of anti-inflammatories can lead to further loss of joint function. For some, natural therapies have prov­ en beneficial for joint pain by repairing tendon, ligament and cartilage damage. Those who have been experiencing intensive joint pain should consult their physician first and foremost about such al­ ternative therapies. To learn more about Nu­ tranetics® Pain Fix Pro or to order a bottle, call 1-800546-7133 and mention code VK41. (MS) - Arthritis is one of the most prevalent chronic health problems and the nation's leading cause of disability among Americans overage 15. It limits everyday activities such as gardening for more than 70 million Americans. A company called Fiskars has developed tools specifically to help with gardening. There are plenty of manu­ facturers who add a cush­ ioned grip to a tool and call it "ergonomic" or some other buzz word. The engineers at Fiskars Garden & Outdoor Living go far beyond that sim­ plistic approach,, designing more efficient tools that pro­ duce less strain on muscles, back, wrists and hands. "Weight and power are what make a truly ergonomic tool," said Olavi Linden, direc­ tor of new product develop­ ment for Fiskars. "Handles are actually a very small part of the equation. More power is what helps you avoid tendi­ nitis. Extra-long, lightweight handles help prevent back pain." Linden is world-renowned for his innovative designs, earning many American and European awards. He leads a 15-member, international team that has taken a fresh look at how people garden in an effort to design tools that make the experience less strenuous and more enjoyable. They succeeded. Fiskars® PowerGear® line of garden tools makes gardening so much easier that the Arthri­ tis Foundation® has awarded them with their prestigious Ease-of-Use Commendation. The Arthritis Foundation created its Ease-of-Use pro­ gram to encourage manufac­ turers to design user-friend­ ly products and packaging. Manufacturers submit their product(s) for testing by an independent lab experienced in the design and evaluation of products that are accessible to people with functional limi­ tations due to the effects of arthritis. Fiskars® tools that have received the Ease-of Use Commendation include hand pruners, loppers, and hedge shears. Community members gathered on Mother's Day Sunday to dedicate this memorial monument, which pays tribute to children lost to abortion, miscarriage, or illness. The Ashe Pregnancy Care Center desired to offer this special space for parents to grieve. Bald Mountain Church graciously donated the space in their church cemetery, and the monument was provided by Mike Peters of High Country Memorials. Mike and his wife have also donated a lovely bench. Anyone who is grieving the loss of a child is invited and encouraged to visit this beautiful site. For more information, call The Ashe Pregnancy Care Center at 846-4100. Give Your Graduate Som Noteworthy Prai'"1 Grad Ads Honor your graduate with a message in the Jefferson Post on Friday, May 25th. This is a memorable way to show your pride in the accomplishments your graduate has achieved throughout their school years. Order today! Jane Smith High School Class of2007 We are both so very proud of you and all of your accomplishments. Your hard work and sacrifice has paid off for you. You have filled our lives with so much love & joyMay life hold only the best for you. This is just the beginning of a lifetime of rewarding challenges. Mag you be as successful in the coming years as you were in school. Love, Mom & Dad • Photos (in full color) give the messages a nice touch, hut are not required. Love, Mom & Dad • All Grad Ads require prepayment. Name Address. City State _Zip_ • Check Enclosed • Visa • M/C Card Number Exp. Date Message: Phone. Signature. I Deadline: Tuesday, May 22Dd, 12:00 Noon I I Publication Date: Friday, May 25th, 2007 Mail coupon to: Grad Ads Classified Dept. Jefferson Post • P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 — or call (336) 846 - 7164 and ask for Geraldine �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, MAY 22, 2007 PAGE 3 COMMUNITY NEWS Taylor named 'Honored Cooperator' by Blue Ridge BOONE (May 15, 2007) - Ashe County resident Jim Taylor was recently award­ ed the Honored Cooperator Award, Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation's highest honor given to a re­ tired employee, during the co­ operative's employee service awards banquet held recently in Boone. In presenting Taylor with an engraved mantle clock to commemorate the honor, Ju­ lie O'Dell-Michie, vice presi­ dent of human resources and administration said, "Jim most definitely deserves this place of honor and I'm proud to recognize him as our 2007 Honored Cooperator." Taylor, who retired as dis­ trict manager of the Ashe dis­ trict office, was described as an inspiration to many young employees coming up through ranks during his tenure at Blue Ridge Electric. Co-workers described Tay­ lor as "a good ambassador with our members...some­ one who always looked at things from 'both sides of the desk'." They credit him for understanding the value of community involvement for the purpose of improving the quality of life in the commu­ nity where he lived. In his retirement, Taylor has continued his involve­ ment in community activities, serving on the Ashe Memori­ al Hospital Foundation Board and as chairman of the Amer­ ican Red Cross Blood Drives in Ashe County. At Zion Unit­ ed Methodist Church, Taylor is known as the "Big Fish" as he makes sure the summer monthly fish fries are suc­ cessful fundraisers for his church. The Honored Cooperator Award distinguishes select retired employees who have contributed in an outstand­ ing way to the development and operation of the coopera­ tive. Recipients exemplify co-. operative principles including commitment to community, innovation, accountability in delivering customer ser­ vice, and integrity through­ out their lives. Each year, a committee of employees and former employees select the Honored Cooperator out of a pool of nominations submit­ ted by current and former employees. Blue Ridge Electric Mem­ bership Cooperation is a notfor-profit electric cooperative serving some 70,000 memberowners in Caldwell, Watauga, Ashe and Alleghany counties as well as portions of Alexan­ der and Wilkes counties. McCraw member of honors fraternity Photo courtesy of Blue Ridge Electric Jim Taylor received Blue Ridge Electric's highest honor. Gerald Kenneth McCraw was inducted into the Al­ pha Kappa Omega Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa at Wil­ kes Community College on 05/14/2007. McCraw, majoring in Elec­ tronics, is married to Phyllis McCraw of West Jefferson. Established in 1918 by two-year college presidents, Phi Theta Kappa is the oldest and most prestigious honor society serving two-year col­ leges around the world. The Society serves to recognize and encourage the academic achievement of two-year col­ lege students and provide opportunities for individual growth and development through honors, leadership and service programming. Students must rank in the top 20% of the class to be in­ vited to membership in Phi Theta Kappa and must main­ tain high academic standing during their enrollment in the two-year college. Phi The­ ta Kappa is the largest honor society in American higher education with more than 1.7 million members and 1,100 chapters located in 50 United States, United States territo­ ries, Canada, and Germany. In 1929, the American Associ­ ation of Community Colleges recognized Phi Theta Kappa as the official honor society for two-year colleges. The Society holds membership in the prestigious Association of College Honor Societies as the general scholarship honor society representing two-year colleges. (% that day living water willjlow out from Jerusalem, half of it east to the Dead Sea and half of it west to the Mediterranean Sea, in summer and in winter. Westwood chorus performs at Carowinds ZECHARIAH 14:8 Post file photo On April 27, Westwood Elementary School's 6th Grade Chorus (seen above) participated in the Choral Festival at Carowinds and received an excellent for their endeavors. The 5th and 6th Grade Chorus presented their Spring Concert on April 26th in the school's auditorium. The music repertoire consisted of traditional, folk songs, classical, Latin, and African America Spirituals with an added segment of songs from "High School Musical" and "Grease." 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Or, more exactly, $2,184,053—the total amount of the scholarships offered (and won) by the students of Ashe County High School's Class of 2007. While not all of this money could be accept­ ed—or some talented stu­ dents would have to be in two or more places at once (!)—the total reflects an incredible accomplishment for the class and the edu­ cational system that has served them for the last dozen and more years. Behind that total, firstly, stands a group of talented and dedicated students who have put in long hours of school work in order to excel academically. Then behind them are their parents, offering some 18 years of support that has enabled them to reach their full potential. We cannot forget the skilled and caring teach­ ers whose educational and mentoring abilities have allowed these young peo­ ple to gain the knowledge that will serve them all their lives. There are also the dedicated administra­ tors and staff who provide a safe environment condu­ cive to education. We must also remember the hardworking guidance counselors, who work handin-hand with students and parents to make sure all the scholarship paperwork is complete—which is no small task. Their efforts help our top students translate their abilities into scholarships, and for that the whole community must be grateful. But even though the whole community has been involved in the suc­ cess of these students, the ultimate credit rests with them. Their parents, teachers and counselors could not sit with them in critical tests, they could not give them the answers when a teacher called on them. They could only help and encourage—in the end, success and failure have been before our students, and nearly all have chosen success. On Friday, the Class of 2007 will pass from the halls of Ashe County High School for the last time. It will be an emotional time, and one that all there will remember the rest of their lives. Children will become adults; some will continue their education, while others will start careers. All the work of all these people—family, friends, teachers, counsel­ ors, administrators, staff and others—culminates in this evening. We salute the Class of 2007 as they prepare for graduation, and wish them the best of luck as they enter and explore the excit­ ing world of adulthood. cure,1 HEAR TWTYABI "TUEYCAU-NfJcN STAGE,THEY \ PONT GIVE VOJ TUE ACTUAL DIPLOMA., Pos Jefferson Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Classifieds Manager Receptionist/Data Input Customer Service Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Graphic Arts Director Graphic Artist/Webmaster Linda Burchette Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Geraldine Hartzog Sandra Osborne Heather Lewis Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Deb Holder-Caine Kelly Elliott Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. Stop illegal PAGE 4 TU E SDA Y , MAY 22, 2007 BM20RS FROM NCW... spying To the Editor: I have received word of more shenanigans going on in the nation's capital. Appar­ ently they are trying to legal­ ize illegal spying using secret legislation. They (our elected officials) will not tell anyone the bill's name, number or wording, but what I do know is this - There is a publicly available version of the bill that makes no sense, there is most certainly a classified version of the bill that is even worse, the secret legislation has a code name 'FISA Mod­ ernization Act', the President seems to consider the old ver­ sion of the FISA law 'primi­ tive', and in need of'modern­ izing' since it contains a few meager protections for the American people, and the 'modernized' version of the law would allow the feds to monitor your calls and email without a warrant and with­ out meaningful limitations. We need to oppose this leg­ islation. You may think that of course the government needs secrets to protect us. If you do, I would ask you to think a little deeper. Terrorists may be evil, but they are not stu­ pid. They are smart enough ftPOt Re Letters to the Editor to assume that their calls are being monitored, with or without a "FISA moderniza­ tion act'. In case you didn't know it, the 9/11 terrorists always spoke in code when they used the phone. They knew their calls were being monitored! I doubt that there is anything in the newly 'modernized' FISA bill that the terrorists do not know about or take into account. So you might ask yourself, Who is Congress trying to fool? The answer - US! They are trying to yet again exploit public fear and patriotism to steal the power to monitor our phone calls and internet traffic without the need for a warrant. DON'T LET THEM GET AWAY WITH IT! Remember the first re­ quirement for responsible cit­ izenship: stop trusting your government. It is so impor­ tant I feel the need to repeat it - stop trusting your govern- ment. Our government has repeatedly and relentlessly shown itself to be untrust­ worthy and incompetent. Big monopoly government deserves the penalty of the doubt at all times, because its power is so great, and its track record is so abysmally, horrendously bad. Blind acceptance of govern­ ment claims is not patriotism, it is foolishness.Tell your rep­ resentatives to kill the 'FISA Modernization Act' today. Jeff Cannon West Jefferson Where will the teachers live? Imagine communities in North Carolina where teach­ ers teach but don't live, where nurses care for the sick but live elsewhere, and where law enforcement personnel risk their lives but can't afford to live with the people they pro­ tect. What kind of communi­ ties are these, where men and women who provide essential services in education, health­ care and emergency services work but cannot afford to buy or rent homes? These communities are all over North Carolina, but especially on the coast and in the mountains. There, the rapid growth of luxury, highend housing is forcing a grow­ ing number of essential work­ ers out of the housing market. What do they do? They live in neighboring counties and commute long distances. They provide essential servic­ es, but they are not a part of the communities they serve. Then often they get tired of the commute and move on to other communities where housing is within their finan­ cial reach. It is a lose-lose situation, and it threatens to redefine in a new, negative, way what "community" means. Brunswick County, not too many years ago a place with its own identity - coastal and rural with beautiful beach­ es and small towns named Calabash, Holden Beach, Shallotte, Winnabow, Grissettown, Southport and Oak Is­ land - is a prime example of a place that is pricing its es­ sential workforce out of house and home. Gated develop­ ments with expensive houses - not just near the beaches but inland - are the norm, and there is no way a teach­ er making $30,000 a year or even a nurse making $50,000 can afford to live there. From an economic viewpoint, it is understandable why a devel­ oper may be more interested in building million-dollar homes than homes costing $150,000. In many cases, the people buying these new, expensive homes are using them as sec­ ond or even third homes, liv­ ing in Brunswick County part of the year and somewhere else the rest of the time. How likely are they to get really Guest Column by Susan Peiry Cole involved in their community? The North Carolina Asso­ ciation of Community Devel­ opment Corporations, whose mission is to strengthen North Carolina's economy and build a better tomorrow for all North Carolinians, has commissioned a study that fo­ cuses on workforce housing in Brunswick County. It is col­ laborating with Countywide CDC, a Brunswick County organization that is seek­ ing solutions to the housing shortage. When Countywide CDC held a summit on housing last year, no one expected such a diverse group of concerned citizens to participate: public officials, teachers, firefight­ ers, law enforcement men and women, emergency services personnel, and nurses and other healthcare profession­ als. The turnout was ample evidence of deep frustration and concern. To their credit, public officials in Brunswick County have begun taking measures to deal with this is­ sue. The NCACDC study is be­ ing done by the Center for Urban and Regional Studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Pro­ fessor William Rohe and Dr. Spencer Cowan, both experts on neighborhood and housing issues, are leading the study. Their report is due out this summer. It would be premature to speculate on their findings or what their recommenda­ tions will be for the people in Brunswick County. It is not at all too soon, however, for the people of North Caro­ lina, especially people who live in the 20 coastal coun­ ties and in" western counties, such as Buncombe, Madison, and Watauga, to wake up to the disturbing realization that some communities are approaching a crisis when it comes to housing that essen­ tial workers and their fami­ lies can afford. There really are only two options: raise wages so that these essential workers, many of them public ser­ vants, can afford the housing being built, or build housing they can afford. Considering the budgetary constraints lo­ cal governments face, it is clear that raising salaries is a very long-term solution. Finding ways to make hous­ ing, whether for homeown­ ers or renters, available and within the reach of these men and women our communities cannot afford to do without is an issue that should concern everyone. The issues are far too com­ plex to explore here, but they include questions of fairness and whether we can expect those who provide essential services to sacrifice family and a reasonable lifestyle for long commutes, additional expenses, and daily inconve­ nience for the convenience of others. One thing is for sure: we cannot continue to take them for granted. Susan Perry Cole is Presi­ dent and Chief Executive Of­ ficer of the North Carolina Association of Community Development Corporations. For many years, she has en­ joyed vacationing in Bruns­ wick County and watched as high-end developments have squeezed out the county's workforce. (Background: In the fall of 2006, the North Carolina Association of Community Development Corporations engaged Dr. William Rohe, Di­ rector of the Center for Urban and Regional Studies at the University of North Carolina, and Dr. Spencer Cowan, se­ nior research associate, to do a study on housing in Bruns­ wick County, North Carolina. Brunswick County, like many others in the state, faces a gap between the kind of housing its citizens need, especially those men and women who provide essential services, and the housing available to meet those needs. Essential workers who are being squeezed out of avail­ able housing include a diverse group of people - teachers, community college instruc­ tors, nurses and other health­ care professionals, and law enforcement and emergency services personnel. The study follows a summit held in July 2006 by Countywide Community Develop­ ment Corporation, a CDC in Brunswick County, that looked at the issue of hous­ ing in that rapidly developing coastal county. Historically, CDCs have worked with lowincome communities. When Countywide CDC held its summit, it attracted a diverse group of community leaders and people who provide es­ sential services. The NCACDC study being done by the UNC Center for Urban and Regional Stud­ ies will be released later this summer. While the study is focus­ ing exclusively on Brunswick County, the trend of escalat­ ing housing costs that are making it difficult or impos­ sible for persons providing es­ sential services to buy or rent is more prevalent. Essential workers are finding it more and more difficult to live in or close to the communities they serve. "Community" as we now know it is threatened. This study was undertaken in part because we value that sense of community and be­ lieve that, workers should not have to sacrifice quality of li fe to provide essential services in our changing state.) Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 5 TUESDAY, MAY 22, 2007 FROM THE FRONT Graduation set for May 25 by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Post photo by Linda Burchette Israel Church, accompanied by his wife, Nita, and children, Lacie and Dylan, was sworn in as a new member of the Lansing Board of Aldermen by Mayor Pro Tern Bill Cline during the May meeting. New Lansing alderman sworn in by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor In other business at the meeting on Monday, the board Lansing Aldermen wel­ heard a proposed budget from comed Israel Church to the Finance Officer Alicia Roten. board this month, taking the The budget for 2006-07 is place of Steve Farrington who proposed at $66,338 with no moved out of town and there­ increase in property tax or fore had to resign from the in water/sewer rates. A pub­ lic hearing on the budget will board. Church is a native of Sparta be held in early June and the and resident of Lansing who budget adopted at the June 11 operates Church's Construc­ meeting. tion. He and his wife, Nita, The board is also excited have two children, daughter to receive notice of a $30,000 Lacie and son Dylan. supplemental grant from the "Israel is a great asset to Rural Economic Development the town board," said Mayor Center toward development Jason Ring. "His knowledge of of a new well for town water. carpentry and how to help us Mayor Ring said this is one of with bids on maintenance and three grants the town is hop­ ing to be awarded to pay for repairs will be invaluable." Church said he hopes to the new well. "This is some­ help the town anyway he can, thing we really appreciate," especially through his expe­ he said. 'Thank God for the rience with construction and Rural Center." maintenance. If residents noticed smoke That bright shining mo­ ment of high school gradu­ ation is about to arrive for approximately 270 seniors at Ashe County High School. These young men and women will step into the future on Friday evening as they are awarded their diplomas and sent forward with all the best wishes of their family, friends and teachers. Graduation ceremonies begin at 8 p.m. in the school gymnasium. Special guest speaker is Ashe County na­ tive North Carolina Senator Steve Goss. The Class of 2007 will hear from their top five class­ mates, valedictorian Alexan­ dra Eller, salutatorians Molly Hanes and Emily Gamble, and Courtlyn Reeves and Kendra Johnson. The school's brass ensemble will provide musical accompaniment for the graduates and the school chorus will perform the Na­ tional Anthem. Diplomas will be awarded by Principal Phil Howell and assistant princi­ pals. With this the largest class in Ashe County High School history, tickets for guests of the seniors are limited this year. Each senior will receive eight tickets for family and friends. Gym doors open at 6:30 p.m. and close at 7:50 p.m. in preparation for the ceremony. Following graduation, se- Post file photo Sen. Steve Goss will be the guest speaker at the May 25 graduation at Ashe County High School. niors and their guests will en­ joy a night of safe celebration at Project Graduation, held at Mountain View School. Participants have the oppor­ tunity for an all night party with games and prizes, food and music, and the awarding of several big prizes at the end of the event. Doors will be locked before midnight and anyone leaving will not be allowed to return. This is done to ensure a safe and enjoyable time for everyone, and every year nearly all the graduates participate in Proj­ ect Graduation. Volunteers are always needed for Project Gradua­ tion. Anyone interested in helping can call Vickie Her­ man at Ashe County High School at 246-2400. coming from unusual places in Lansing on Monday after­ noon, this was the sewer line smoke test scheduled to be performed to discover leaks in the lines. The test produces a bril­ liant white smoke coming out of lines and even into homes and businesses where there are leaks. It is lightly scented Auto • Homo • Life and leaves no residue. This An Authorized Agent for test sometimes has people scrambling to call 911 think­ ing something is on fire, so police and firefighters are UlueCmss BlucShield notified when the test is be­ GREENSBORO - With amount is also affected by of North Carolina whether a taxpayer is selfing conducted so they will be the current tax year nearing fcn indcfwrntoni Imntcc of iht Hut Crou»od.Blu« ShtMd Association. aware of potential calls. "The the halfway mark, the Inter­ employed or is responsible for type of smoke used is white to nal Revenue Service encour­ household employment taxes. Wage earners can adjust yellowish-white and may have ages taxpayers to take a few a slight odor," states a notice minutes to check their with­ the amount withheld by giv­ For prompt, professional to residents. "It is harmless holding to make sure what ing the employer a new Form attention, and fast, fair to plants and animals. If the is being taken out of their W-4. This form asks for mari­ claims service.<al\ tivdnv. smoke gets; into yoyr houpe, paychecks matches their pro­ tal status, withholding al­ lowances and any additional please ventilate your house." jected taxes. If not enough is withheld; amount that needs to be Garry Elliott individuals will owe tax at withheld. Agent Employers use the infor­ the end of the year and may, in some cases, have to pay a mation on the W-4 to figure Lonnie F. Darnell, Jr. penalty. If too much tax is the taxes to be withheld from Agent withheld, they will lose the employee compensation ac­ Martin J. Weaver use of this money until they cording to calculation meth­ ods provided by the IRS. Agent get their refund. dam and flooding project in Those looking for assis­ "At this • time of year, it the region. In 1976, Wild and Michael F. Lonon Scenic status was granted to makes good financial sense to tance in figuring out whether Agency Manager take a few minutes to make they are withholding enough a 26.5-mile section in North can get help from IRS Pub. Carolina, helping to stop the sure you're on target with 036)216-8828 dam building. Recent un­ your withholding," said IRS 919, "How Do I Adjust My Tax Po Box 767 Jefferson, NC 286H0 successful efforts to locate spokesperson Mark Hanson. Withholding?" A set of work­ michael.lonontncfblns.com a prison along the banks of "If you're not having enough sheets in this publication as­ sists taxpayers in a^'usting sfbli.com • ncfbins.com the New River in Grayson withheld, you may still have County, Virginia, in the same time to avoid a penalty. If you for such items as multiple in­ area which was included in are having too much withheld, comes, expected capital gains the dam project more than now is the time to put a little income and self-employment tax. Pub. 919 and Form Wis what wc do best. 30 years ago, have again en­ more into your own pocket." Taxpayers should pay 4 are available at www.irs. ergized the local community. Noflh Cesbu l«tm tun* Mulvslliwmau Co. 'm* IvrtMkNWMCi of North(ontoi HK The newly proposed section particular attention to their gov or by calling 1-800-TAXSorflw* Imm fen*, t X* hwimCo. Jftkw\ Ifi withholding if they received FORM (1-800-829-3676). of the River would extend the original Wild and Scenic des­ a big refund check this year or if they had to make a tax ignation. NCNR's vision is to pro­ payment that was more than tect New River as a treasured they could comfortably pay. Individuals should also national resource. This is check their withholding if achieved though permanent voluntary land protection, there are significant personal or financial changes in their restoration of eroding river and stream bank, and advo­ life. Many of these changes cating for the river. NCNR involve the addition or re­ operates in the states of duction of exemptions or a North Carolina, Virginia, change in filing status that and West Virginia. Over the alters the tax liability, even if last 30 years, the organiza­ there has been no change in tion has protected more than income. These include: mar­ 4,000 acres of land important riage, divorce, the birth or to the New River's scenic and adoption of a child, the pur­ natural values and has stabi­ chase or sale of a new home lized or restored over 45 miles and retirement. Other changes that can al­ of river and stream bank. ter the amount that needs to be withheld include taking a second job, having a spouse go back to work, or receiving in­ come not subject to withhold­ been involved with." ing, such as rent, dividends, Suzanne is also excited interest, or capital gains. about working with her hus­ The proper withholding band on his movie. "Adrian is a great director, and I'm thrilled to have the opportu­ nity to work with him," she said. "I lived in New York City and pursued acting for awhile. Then I moved back fueiznts. tfis. here and discovered I was still interested in acting. This <z/fnnua£!2$ance Camp. will be a wonderful setting for the plot with all the beau­ ^ ' ONE WEEK ~ ONE CHANCE TO LEARN tiful scenery. The film focuses BALLET • JAZZ • TAP • HIP HOP • CHEERLEADING • TUMBLING on the mountains and small town life, and this place is JUNE 11TH -15™ FROM 9AM TO 12 NOON just perfect." ANYONE AGES 8 AND UP So movie fans can watch for Ashe County coming soon To sign up call: April at 336-S46-I545for more information and leave a message to the big screen, and look forward to the promising ca­ Summer classes will also start June 11th, 2007 reers of some of its talented ASD Dance Studio • 926 US Hwy 221 • West Jefferson, NC young people. Time to adjust withholding Auto Insurance Bill would protect additional section of New River WEST JEFFERSON — The New River's importance was discussed in Washing­ ton D.C., last week before a U.S. Senate Subcommittee hearing. George Santucci, the Executive Director of the National Committee for the New River (NCNR), provided testimony to National Parks subcommittee of the Senate's Energy and Natural Resourc­ es Committee on Tuesday in support of a Senate bill which would extend the "Wild and Scenic River" designation to a section of the River near the North Carolina/Virginia bor­ der northward into Virgin­ ia. The additional coverage would provide approximately 21.2 miles of coverage of the Wild and Scenic designation for the New. North Carolina's Senator Richard Burr pre­ sented the legislation to the Subcommittee and introduced Santucci's appearance. According to Santucci, Wild and Scenic status would pub­ licly recognize the New's im­ portance, highlight its unique natural resource values, and boost local tourism. "The designation sets up a positive model for landowners and lets them know that the federal government acknowledges the New River as a national treasure. It provides guide­ lines for riparian buffers and potential funding for conser­ vation easements, helping to protect the unique landscape of the New," said Santucci. The designation does not ef­ fect private landowner's prop­ erty rights or impose regula­ tion; local and state zoning and planning laws remain in effect., The Wild and Scenic River system was designed by Congress to preserve the character of a river while al­ lowing for inevitable and ap­ propriate development. The section of the New River under consideration for Wild and Scenic status is rural and agricultural; large sections are already pro­ tected by private landowners with conservation easements; other landowners in the area are also considering using easements to protect their property. Some local farm­ ers are the descendants of the original land grant families. NCNR was founded in the early 1970s in response to proposals for an extensive Movies continued from front page response from students and recent graduates, and I hope to have a good crew." Those involved with the film include former Ashe resident Eliza­ beth Lowder, graduating from ASU in December, to serve as editor, and Jason Kirby, grad­ uating this month, as execu­ tive producer. Resident con­ ductor Bruce Kiesling with the Greensboro Symphony Orchestra, a recent graduate of the NC School of the Arts, is composing music for the movie. "I am really happy, and extremely excited about the crew," Rieder said. "We start shooting in mid June and plan to shoot every weekend through mid August. Then we will do post production work and begin submitting the movie to festivals in Sep­ tember." Rieder hopes to have a showing of the film in Ashe County after it has been pre­ miered in the festivals. "Everyone has been so supportive and we're very excited," Rieder said. "I think Ashe County's going to have a really big role in this." Martin has had some act­ ing experience as well, and is looking forward to this film. "This has been really excit­ ing,' he said. "Working with Adrian has been wonderful. I appreciate his confidence in me that he thinks I can do a good job. He's an incredible director, and what Suzanne and I are getting from him is amazing. I'm just honored to be a part of it. It's one of the most exciting things I've Helping You WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 ooCofbones �_ MMH I 0 i i-t l\U.H 6 TUESDAY, MAY 22, 2007 The Huskies honored their spring athletes with the annual Spring Sports Awards on Monday evening. Look for awards winners in Friday's paper! This week in Husky sports Local bike places high at national event by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor Flat Out Flatty, made by BREW bikes in Beaver Creek has added another award to its prestigious list of honors and awards. Flat Out Flatty is a 1945 Harley Davidson 45 Cubic Inch turbocharged flathead. BREW bikes located in Beaver Creek, which is owned and operated by the Gam family, built the bike. Steve Gam and his son, Chad Gam, were the two main builders on the bike and have been able to earn ten trophies in less than a year of showing the bike in bike shows. The bike originated in the Garn family as the motor only and the family custom built the frame, fenders, intake, exhaust, turbo, and also converted the bike to a left chain placement instead of the original right , side chain. Flat Out Flatty also features some custom pin stripping, seat, and suspension systems, all of' which were designed and built by BREW. The father and son duo started the project in June 2006 and finished the bike in August of the same year. Since August, Steve and Chad have traveled all over the country entering the bike into high caliber events and have won prestigious awards. The most recent show was the Easyrider Invitational in Kansas City at the beginning of the month where they won third place in the Old School Category. The Easyrider Invitational was an invite only event and Flat Out Flatty was invited following a Best of Show award at the Easyrider Show in Columbus and also by winning the Editors Choice at the Easyrider Show in Charlotte. Other awards include Best of Show given by Pinkies Rod Shop at the Legend Top 50, Ballz Award at the Biker Penthouse event at Sturgis, second place at the Metzeler Tires Show, 22 at the World Championships, which host bikes from all over the world. Flat Out Flatty also won first at the Willies Tropical Tattoo in Daytona, and also First Specialty at the Easyrider Show in Louisville. All together, BREW Bikes has been able to claim over 43 national trophies and awards and have been featured in Easyrider, VTwin, AMD, and magazines from France and Germany. A real unique trait of Flat Out Flatty is the fact that it is a show bike, but is also a racer. Unlike many of Flat Out Flatty's competitors, Flat Out Flatty is able to be driven and is also road legal. Flat Out Flatty is also a successful racer and holds six BMW Photo courtesy of BREW Bikes Steve Garn (left) and Chad Garn (right) pose with their trophies and their 1945 Harley Davidson 45 Cubic Inch Turbocharged Flathead, or as they like to call it, Flat Out Flatty. land speed records recorded A majority of show bikes are for show purposes only and many of which have never even been started. Flat Out Flatty is special because the Garn duo will take the bike to race one _ weekend, then turn around and convert it to their show bike. To race the bikes, Steve' and Chad must make a few minor additions to the bike regarding the safety of the bike at high speeds. Some changes include a different rear fender, chain and belt guards, racing plates, and safety wiring. The Garns surprised many people with their trip to the Easyrider Invitational. Unlike other bikers, the Garns traveled in Steve's Chevrolet S-10, which is a basic pickup truck with an open bed. With severe and harsh weather on the trip to the show, Steve and Chad were forced into a massive detailing job of the bike once at the show and stunned numerous people with the near flawless qualities of the bike due to the extensive detailing job. BREW Bikes and the Garn family are looking forward to getting to race Flat Out Flatty again in October of next year an(l attending ™ore show® and events throughout the summer. Local team heads to Atlanta Ashe resident competes in Power Lifting personal record final weight tally of 1,525 pounds in the 165 pound weight class. The weight total is the combined pounds from three lifts. Wilcox recorded a 625 pounds in the squat event, 350 pounds on the bench, and lifted 550 pounds in the dead lift. The victory in Avery was Wilcox's ninth competition title in competitions held all over North Carolina, Virginia, Tennessee, and South Carolina. Wilcox remains unbeaten in his weight class throughout the nine competitions he has participated in. He started lifting weights when he was See IVilcox, page 7 Photo courtesy of Justin Griffin/ Wilkes Journal Patriot The 14U Major Dugout/Worth baseball team won the May Blast Tournament in Morganton on May 5-6. The team compiled a 4-0 record in the tournament and qualified for the USSSA World Series, which will be held in Atlanta, Ga. in July.The team is, front row, left to right: Bat boy Zack Mastin. Second row: Mitch Callahan, Max Linville, Jordan Carlton and Evan Gray. Back row: Coach Dennis Worth, Alex Minton, Head Coach Jeff Minton, Ryan Harrold, Rusty Wood, Jake Barr, Coach Tracy Leftwich, Amos Wilmoth, Coach Darwin Barr. Not pictured: Adam Parker, Coach Josh Zumbrook and Coach Dennis 'Pooh' Bare. Two Ashe girls win 2007 State Championship Photo courtesy of Derek Wilcox Derek proudly displays his hard earned trophies from a re­ cent competition. by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor Derek Wilcox, a 20year old student at Wilkes Community College and fulltime employee at Stratiform Strength and Conditioning in Boone recently won his ninth competition title. Wilcox is a resident of Ashe County and has been competing in power lifting for two years and has been training in weight lifting since he was 13. Wilcox won a competition in Avery County at Mocksville Gym last weekend with a Photo courtesy of Derek Wilcox Derek begins to lift during the Dead Lift event. Photo courtesy of Arlen Bard Two Ashe County girls' basketball players, Kim McNeil and Shelly Barker, are members of the Wilkes Diamonds 16U basket­ ball team. The Diamonds were able to claim the 2007 NC YBOA State Championship by defeating the Lake Norman Magic on May 13. The Diamonds team consists of players from six different high schools in the area. Members of the team include: Front Row (L:R): Celeste Caudill (Alleghany), Leah Bugielsky (Alleghany), Tiffany Smith (East Wilkes), Shelly Barker (Ashe County), Ashley Wilcox (East Wilkes), Makayla Sales (East Wilkes). Back Row (L:R): Coach Bradley Stokes, Whitley Culler (North Surry), Coack Mike Caudill, Courtney Campbell (North Surry), Emily Perkins (Surry Central), Sarah Smith (North Wilkes), Kim McNeil (Ashe County) and Coach Gerald Culler. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, MAY 22, 2007 PAGE 7 SPORTS Wilcox continued from page 6 13 years old, but was inspired as an early child with stories by his father. His father, Bill Wilcox, would entertain Derek with stories of guys that could pick up an entire car engine by themselves and other fascinating legends. Wilcox was inspired by these stories and set his intentions of becoming as strong as the people in the stories. At the age of 18, freshly out' of high school, Wilcox started to travel around North Carolina competing in power lifting competitions. Before he started competing, Wilcox stood at five feet ten inches tall and weighed 105 pounds but has increased his weight now to 175 pounds, which falls into the 165 pound competing class. The intense training has dropped his body height by two inches and he now stands at five feet eight inches. While training, he uses the recently renovated facilities at Stratiform Strength and Conditioning, which offers a great atmosphere for their customers. Wilcox bragged on the facilities at Stratiform as being top of the line and that the equipment is some of the best that he has worked with and is great for everyone from the heavy lifter to the person who is just trying to improve their health. Stratiform offers elliptical machines, bikes, treadmills, stair climbers, free weight equipment, weight machines, and are currently planning on adding more machines and equipment to their facility. His training methods involve two different approaches, a maximum effort day and then dynamic effort day. A maximum effort day is when he will workout with nothing but heavy weights and typically has a maximum effort day once a week. The other training days are dynamic effort days. During these workouts, he focuses on speed and explosion during lifts. Wilcox, or "Go Postal" as referred to by his friends due to his extreme passion for power lifting, competed in four different sports in high school prior to becoming a power lifter. He played football for all four years, then played golf and competed with the track and field team for two years as a jumper, and then wrestled for one year. During high school, he suffered with multiple dislocated shoulders and hip injuries during football that continue to plague him at times. When describing the injuries, Wilcox elaborated on the effect of the injuries on his lifting by stating: "You got to work with what you got," which describes his determination to fight through the injuries and pain to continue competing in lifting events. Wilcox was able to battle through the pain and recovered from the injuries without using steroids. Steroids are a hot topic in every sport and power lifting is no different. Wilcox proudly claims himself to be steroid free and describes the use of steroids as "A personal choice that I do not use and do not plan on using in the future." To add to the fact that he does not use steroids, he has defeated numerous competitors that were believed to be using steroids to show that hard work and dedication can take a person farther. His hard work and dedication landed him a spot in the April edition of Powerlifter Magazine following a victory in a competition. During the time that he is not training or working on his degree for Exercise Science at Wilkes Community College, Wilcox works full time at Stratiform as a Floor Manager. Wilcox spoke in depth about his job by commenting that his favorite aspect was working with the customers. With a friendly personality, he loves interacting with people duringtheir workout sessions and is always willing to lend a helping hand. Wilcox commented on his ability to travel and compete by stating,"The support, help, and encouragement from numerous people make my competing possible. I would like to thank everybody at the gym (Stratiform Strength and Conditioning), www. prowriststraps.com, Travis Mash for being a close friend and providing support for me, my father, Bill Wilcox, and all my friends that have supported me." If you are interested in learning more about power lifting, you can contact Stratiform at (828) 264-1227 or stop by and see them at 662 105 Extension in Boone. They are open on Monday through Thursday from 4:30 a.m. till 10 p.m. and then 4:30 a.m. till 8 p.m. on Friday. On Saturdays, they operate from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. anci then from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sundays. 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The screen­ ings will be held at The Early Learning Center (formerly West Jefferson Elementary School). A team of infant/toddler spe­ cialists from the Children's Developmental Service Agency of the Blue Ridge, will be avail­ able to screen children birth thru age 2. This screening will consist of a parent interview, playing and interacting with the child. The infant/toddler screenings will be available for children in the Mountain View, Westwood and blue Ridge Districts. Blue Ridge District will ONLY be for infant/toddler screenings. Family Support Network of the High Country will be available to provide infor­ mation or answer questions. If you have questions or want to schedule an appointment, please call Jeanette Herman or Shawn Horton at 982-4754. 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Summit 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.: PROGRAM: Developing a Farm Transition Plan .Understanding Estate Planning Tools and Tactics, Starting the Process with your Family, Managing Risk through Conservation Programs, Stories from the Farm: Real Life Family Experiences, Hands on Exercises, BONUS: Individual consultations on farm tran­ sition planning will be avail­ able after the workshop with Andrew Branan, attorney and head of the NC Farm Transition Network, who has helped doz­ ens of farm families across the state begin this process, at the Mountain Horticultural Crops Research & Extension Center,455 Research Drive in Fletcher, NC FREE WORKSHOP: Lunch will be provided, but pre-registration is required. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED: To register and for directions, please email Terri_Schell@ncsu.edu or call Terri Schell at 828-684-3562 . FOR MORE INFORMATION, please email Tom@landofsky. org or call Tom Elmore at 828251-6622. Directions are at http.V/www. ces.ncsu.edu/fletcher/ The Farm Prosperity Project Support Services STEP Program will hold their annu­ al plant sale, along with a yard sale and craft bazaar on May 24,25 & 26. This event will be held at the former Morning Star Cafe building in Jefferson, across from the Jefferson Post Office. Funds earned from this event will go towards the pur­ chase of art supplies and to benefit future recreational proj­ ects. Please call 846-5678 or 846-4491 for more information. 9 a.m. - noon: The Ashe County Department of Social Services will be holding a USDA commodity distribu­ tion on Friday, May 25, 2007, in the community center at Family Central, between 9:00am and 12:00 noon. The following items will be avail­ able: Cranberry Juice, Great Northern Beans, Powdered Milk, Pears, Dehydrated Potatoes, Tomatoes, Peas, Rice, Grapefruit Juice, Peanut Butter, and Canned Pork. The regulations remain the same for certification. Tickets will be given out at the door only, for those who are in line at 8:00am. You Do Not need to bring or send your EBT card to receive commodities. Please bring boxes for food items. 5 p.m.: The Ashe County Democratic Headquarters will be open each Friday at 1 p.m. They will be serving a FREE pinto bean dinner from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. They invite Get your pit crew ready for the Jefferson Post / NASCAR PIT STOP FOR PRIZES! Pick the winner of the race & win $20! Pick the top three finislters & win the bonus! *Unless Won in Previous Race everyone to come by and visit. Official Jefferson Post I NASCAR Pit Stop for Prizes Entry Form 7 p.m.: Revival services to be held at Long Branch Baptist Church. The Rev. Lloyd Day will be the guest speaker. 8:30 - 9:30 p.m.:Mt. Jefferson State Park: Night On the Mountain (Star Watch). Meet at first Overlook Enjoy an eve­ ning of astronomy, animal sto­ ries and other fun night time Schools Pfe Race Coca-cola 600 Lowe's Motor Speedway 5-27-07 Race Winner Your Name Your Address. Phone # Fre-escolat 'Providing a high quality educational experience" "Ofreciendo a los estudiantes una experiencia educativa de alta calidad" Children must be 4 yrs. by October 16th or 3yr. olds must meet exceptional children requirements. Los ninos deben de tener 4 anos cumplidos antes del 16 de Octubre o ninos de 3 anos de edad pueden ser elegibles al Programa De Ninos Excepcionales si llenan los requcrimientos. TIE BREAKER: (Please guess the average speed of the race winner in miles per hour) Mail this form to: Jefferson Post, PO Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694, or bring by our office at 203 S. Second Ave. in West Jefferson PIT STOP FOR PRIZES' RULES' 1. Must be 21 years old or older to enter. 2. Only one (1) entry per person per race. Duplicate entries will void all entries for that person, for that race. You may enter as many separate races as you like throughout the contest. 3. Entry form is published with the contest each race. In order to be eligible you must use the official entry form for that race from the JEFFERSON POST or its facsimile. 4. How to Win -A. RACE WINNER - Write down the name of the driver you think will win that week's race on the entry form. If you answer cor­ rectly, you win $20. In the event of a tie, the person guessing closest to the average speed of the race winner (in miles per hour) will win the $20. B. BONUS POINTS - Pick the top three drivers in order of finish and you win the bonus. The bonus amount starts at $20. If nobody wins the bonus for that particular race, then that amount rolls over to the next race, in addition to the $20 added already. In the event of a tie, the person guessing clos­ est to the average speed of the race winner (in miles per hour) will win the bonus points.* 5. All entries must be received in the office of the Jefferson Post no later than 5:00pm the Friday before the race that is entered 6. In the event no one picks the correct winner of the race, the $20 amount for that race will also be added to the bonus points total for the next race. No Purchase Necessary lo Win *Bonus amount subject lo change based on prior contest. ontest is mane possible hq the great sponsors heioio. Thank uoa. Parker Tie Company Inc WEST JEFFERSON CHEVROLET Building Supply and Hardware 19 South 3rd Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.parkertie.doitbest.com AN AMERICAN (336) 246-2611 West Jefferson, /VC • 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy.ne! THE Place to " M D I D P King of the Mountain •ITirinb Chrysler • Jeep • Dodge New 2007 Mim*m*Ram 1500 Reg Cab For more information contact: Para mas informacion contactar al THIS W E E K ' S BONUS TOTAL W L K s t42 x x $13,888 2000 West US Hwy 421 Wilkesboro, NC 866-380-2458 Win! CCS, Inc.® YAM AH A of Jefferson 102 South Mainstrect ' Jeffc-rson. NC * 846-7744 Be sure to watch the Coca-Cola 600 on Sunday, May 27mand play the NASCAR contest with the Jefferson Post. Please check our Friday, June l*1 edition for the winner information on this race. �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 9 TUESDAY, MAY 22, 2007 COMMUNITY EVENTS Area churches plan Vacation Bible School services for coming weeks continued from page 8 p.m. Supper will be provided. 7 p.m.: The Combs Family from Boone will sing at Temple Baptist Church. The pastor, Rev. Glenn Woodie and the congregation invite every­ one to attend. Monday June 4 6 p.m.: Vacation Bible School at Warrensvilie Baptist Church June 2 - 6. 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Supper will be provided. is available by calling at 3842548. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the con­ gregation invites everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek Community. Thursday June 14 6:45 p.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will begin VBS June 10 thru June 15. VBS will run June 11 thru June 15 at 6:45 p.m. nightly. Van transportation is available by calling at 384- Tuesday June 5 2548. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the con­ gregation invites everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek Community. Friday June 15 6:45 p.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will begin VBS June 10 thru June 15. VBS will run June 11 thru June 15 at 6:45 p.m. nightly. Van transportation is available by calling at 3842548. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the con­ gregation invites everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek Community. Saturday June 16 9 a.m.: 12 Gauge Skeet Shoot. Shoot what you bring. Sponsored by: New River Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department. This will be 2 rounds at a cost of $50 per shooter with a meel and two chances on the raffle gun. Prize money will be awarded for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd pace and best overall shooter. To enter the skeet shoot, please contact Rita Phipps at 336-982-9452. Raffle tickets are $5 each and are being sold on a 12 gauge over/under shotgun. To pur­ chase raffle tickets, please see any member of the New River Fire Department or contact Rita Phipps at 336-982-9452. Ongoing Events Advanced tickets are now on sale for the Ola Belle Reed Homecoming Festival on August 17,18 and 19. During the month of May get your 3-day pass for $15. Tickets outlets include the Ashe Arts Center in West Jefferson, Lansing Foods, Larry's Satellites and Bert's Baskets in downtown Lansing as well as the website. This year's fes­ tival will feature Tim O'Brien, continued on page 10 Empire Chrysler Jeep Dodge^ 6 p.m.: Vacation Bible School at Warrensvilie Baptist Church June 2 - 6. 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Supper will be provided. Wednesday June 6 6 p.m.: Vacation Bible School at Warrensvilie Baptist Church June 2-6. We will begin with commencement at 6 p.m. and end with refreshments for everyone. Friday June 8 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Bible School: Everyone is welcome. Saturday June 9 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Bible School: Everyone is welcome. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Women's Prayer Retreat. The women of First Baptist Church, West Jefferson, will hold the sec­ ond annual prayer retreat. The retreat will be held at the DeBoard farm in Grassy Creek. Transportation will be provided from the church parking lot, leaving at 9:30 a.m. Bring a lawn chair and a covered dish to share for lunch. FOr more information call Joyce Mauer at 877-1074, or the church office. 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VBS kick-off will be held Sunday afternoon, June 10 at 4:00 p.m. with reg­ istration to follow. VBS will run June 11 thru June 15 at 6:45 p.m. nightly. Van transportation is available by calling at 3842548. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the con­ gregation invites everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek Community. Monday June 11 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Garden Club meets the sec­ ond Monday of each month at 6 p.m. The June meeting on June 11 will be at a local home and there will be a tour of the gardens. A covered dish din­ ner will be served. Members are asked to bring a favorite dish. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. 6:45 p.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will begin VBS June 10 thru June 15. VBS will run June 11 thru June 15 at 6:45 p.m. nightly. Van transportation is available by calling at 3842548. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the con­ gregation invites everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek Community. Tuesday June 12 6:45 p.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will begin VBS June 10 thru June 15. VBS will run June 11 thru June 15 at 6:45 p.m. nightly. Van transportation is available by calling at 3842548. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the con­ gregation invites everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek Community. Wednesday June 13 6:45 p.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will begin VBS June 10 thru June 15. VBS will run June 11 thru June 15 at 6:45 p.m. nightly. Van transportation 4x4 $9,995 $10,888 $11,488 2006 Sebring WE BUY CLEAN USED VEHICLES!! 2006 PfConvertlble 2 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Bible School: closing program begins at 3:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome. 2006 Chrysler PT Touring P3080 $199 /month 1999 Dodge Ram 2006 Chevy Cobalt Convertible KM 08979B $275 /month $10.995 ft13.888 2004 Chrysler Pacifica 2004 Dodge Grand Caravan mm $275/month IHBHMHMMMMMMMMM AWD, Leather C9197A $12,888 ifire Only 12k miles Pit $339 /month $13,488 2005 Honda Accord Hybrid $369/month nmmuc Only 150 miles nk P3149 $18.995 $34.888 2004 Mazda MPV 08908A $309/month 2005 town & Country Limited Blue CMS $339/month 2005 Town & Country Limited Sunroof. DVD $18,995 $19,888 2002 Dodge Dulley 3500 4x4 Diesel P3153 2006 Jeep rang er Unlimited m $385/month zuub uoage Charger $399 /month $15,888 $20,488 2006 Nissan Nismo 4x4 D94ODA Only 7,000 Miles! 2006 Jeep Commander .r.*m Loaded, 4x4 2007 FJ Cruiser only 5,000 miles ? $20,888J $21,500 idc $2,000 All payments and five STAR ft ft ft ft $25,995 J9453A $27,995 2004 Dodge Dulley 4x4 Diesel $28,995 4W mUuMMmWJ L cash down or iradc of equal value plus tax, tag & doc, A0C on appr dit, APR terms U Kt J F H tk K A L m 2006 Chrysler 300C SRT8 only 80 miles $329/month $19,888 $22.995 P3136 m $339/month $22,995 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 Pickup D9191A $33,000 Spending on miles and model. C SALES HOURS: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.-7:00 p.m. • Saturday 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. SERVICE & PARTS HOURS: Monday-Friday 7:30 a m.-5.30 p in • Saturday 8:00 a.m -Noon ASK FOR Star For Customer Service Jf JB jjA """ CHRYSLER • JEEP• DODGE Just above Wal-Mart on the right Highway 421 • Wilkesboro f l 1-877-781-4110 Lot #2 336-903-1076 Tim Harrold-General Manager • Michael Wyatt-F&l Manager Jeff "J.J." Joines—Used Car Manager Sales Managei —Chris Sheets Sales and Leasing Representatives-Jamie Marion. Randy Snyder. Frank Garcia. Roger Elch, Scott Watts. Josh Harrold. Alex Vanderhelde. Matt Garrls. Heather Henley and Josh Hunter www.empiredodge.com �PAGE 10 TUESDAY, MAY 22, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Lunch Break Grief Support Group meets Thursdays continued from page 9 Class of '77 30 Year Reunion Plans are Underway!! Jeff Little, White Top Mountain Band and more. The Ola Belle Reed Homecoming Festival is a fundraiser for the Greater Lansing Area Development Committee. For more informa­ tion, visit the website at www. olabellefest.com. AL-ANON (for family and friends of addicted persons): Meets on Wednesdays at the First Baptist Church in West Jefferson at noon. For details, call 384-1940. Classmates - Please call or email with your current address, phone, e-mail, etc. If you would like to be part of the planning, let us know! We'll notify you of the next meeting. Contact: Jorena Koontz Barnes - 336667-7028 jorena.barnes© bankofamerica.com or Debbie Taylor Richardson - 336-3843605 glitch529@hotmail.com Our elementary schools need your help! Mountain View Elementary School is currently in need of monetary donations to help them buy books for chil­ dren in conjunction with a visit­ ing author program about the county's roots. The book: Addie Clawson, Rural Mail Carrier is set in Ashe County and pro­ files the first female route car­ rier for the Postal Service in the county. Call the school at 336-982-4200 for information on how you can help. The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold May services at Holy Trinity in Glendale Springs. Holy Communion is celebrated at 10 a.m. Coffee hour immediately follows the service. For fur­ ther information, call the church office, 983-3076 The Board of Elections meets the second Tuesday in each month at the Court House in Jefferson. These meetings are open to the public. The monthly meeting of the Watauga Chapter of NC Council for the Blind is New River Earth Institute NREI is a nonprofit educational foundation seeking to motivate individuals to examine personal actions, habits and values as they relate to environmental issues. It seeks to help indi­ viduals transform their lives by accepting responsibility for the earth and acting upon a commitment to it. The insti­ tute offers seven discussion courses for the community. For information please call Vicki at 336-246-2166. Online www. NewRiverEarthlnstitute.org Wilkes Community College - Ashe Center is offering: Home Inspection Exam Review On Monday, April 2 thru June 11, from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm at the Ashe Center. Tuition is $55 Until September: Get a free Smoke Detector for your home! It involves having either our fire marshal or a participating local fire depart­ ment member go out to your home, fill out a short survey about any existing smoke alarms and provide some fire safety education while com­ pleting the installation. This is made possible through the Ashe County Emergency Management Office. Call Community Outreach with your name, address and phone number and it will be passed on to the Office of Emergency Management and you will be contacted. Call 846-0781. Ashe County Dog Park Committee is seeking vol­ unteers for upcoming fund raisers! Call 336-877-2924 for more info. Ashe County Dog Park Committee needs your donations for an upcoming yardsale. All proceeds go to the Dog Park IBLP Seminar (Institute in Basic Life Principles) The Bible truly does have the solu­ tions to all the problems and situations the human race ev er had or ever will encounter. For those who are interested in searching deep enough we are offering to host a "Basic Life Seminar" in our home. This will require a commitment of one night a week for two to three hours a session for eight weeks. There will be no cost. Refreshments will be avail­ able. Work books are provided. If you are interested or would like more information, you may call: Dale or Arma at: 336-3856129 or 336-877-7835 Ashe Central High School held each second Friday at 10 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church on East King Street. Refreshments are served and the public and volunteers are invited! Weather cancellation: if the public schools are closed the meeting will not be held. For more information, call: 297- 5346 child care will be available upon request. For more information about this small group opportunity, contact FaithBridge United Methodist Church at 828-2958333 or visiting the church's website: www.faithbridgeumc. org . FaithBridge worships on Sundays at 11am at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium on Sunset Drive. Dress is casual and child care is provided for all worship services. The Ashe County Democratic Party Headquarters will be open the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month from 10 a.m. until noon. Gary Barber, County Commissioner, will be there to hear from the public any issues they wish to discuss. Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for directions The Ashe County Democratic Headquarters will be open each Friday at 1 p.m. They will be serving a FREE pinto bean dinner from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. They invite everyone to come by and visit. Edward Elliott,Dipl.Ac., L.Ac., is now accepting patients at the Crossroads Counseling Services clinic, located in Jefferson, NC. Edward is a board certified licensed acupuncturist, trained in the Your Ingles Advantage Card, Classical method of Chinese Food Lion Card or Carolina medicine. He is well versed in West Wireless Account can treating a wide range of issues help Westwood Elementary including; fibromyalgia, tendinoat no cost to you! Just link muscular issues, arthritis, your account to our school migraine headaches, male and today! Just visit the front office female reproductive issues, at Ingles, go to www.foodlion. gastrointestinal and digestive com or write a brief not on your issues, back pain, lethargy and next Carolina West Wireless general malaise, addiction, bill, and they do the rest. It only most emotional disorders, as takes a few moments. well as many conditions not For these or any other listed here. Edward is a native fundraisers that may be going of the High Country, and a on at Westood School, please graduate from the Jung Tao call Linda Yakel at 846-1166 for School of Classical Chinese more information. Medicine. Now accepting The Country Roads Mobile new patients on Fridays in the Pharmacy will no longer Jefferson office from 10 a.m. be running. However, the - 5 p.m.. Please call 336-846Hunger and Health Coalition 7492 mailbox #7, or 828-406Free Pharmacy will continue 1985 for an appointment and to serve Ashe County clients. directions. Prescriptions can be called Looking for old photos in or faxed in, Mon - Fri 8:30 of Todd: Anyone who, has a.qn,-JJ, 4:,30 p.m. The phone old (1920s through 1960s) number is 828-262-1628, the photographs of Todd, NC, is fax number is 828-262-0154. invited to submit them for a Prescriptions may be picked community fund raising project. up at the Boone Hunger They will be handled carefully and Health Coalition only on and returned promptly. For Tuesdays and Thursdays from more information, contact 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 141 Health James Lewis at 336-877-3263 Center Drive in Boone in the or at P.O. Box 168, Todd, NC old health department building 28684. off the Bamboo Road. Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Enjoy OI'Time and Bluegrass music at the Nella Community Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday Friday without appointments. Primary Care: Monday - Friday Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary Center every Friday evening, at 7 p.m. with local musicians and bands. No admission charge. Donations will be appreciated and will be used for improvements to the Nella Community Center. WIC (Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children): If you are a pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum woman, infant, or child less than five years of age, and meet certain eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the WIC Program. WIC is a special supplemental food program that provides individually prescribed packages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program or know someone who does; contact 246-2013. Prenatal Education for Latino Families at Ashe County Health Dept. Classes are held from 10 a.m. -12 p.m., and meet monthly through December. For More information, call Isabel Spencer at 246-9449 Look Good...Feel Better at AMH Mt. Hearts. For women undergoing cancer treatment. Free information, a make­ up kit, and skin care will be provided. To find out more, call 846-0781. The Ashe County Worship Center will be temporarily meeting at the Ashe County Arts Center on School Street in West Jefferson on Sundays at 11 a.m. For more information you may call the Ashe County Worship Center at: (336) 846Lost Provinces Shape Note Singers will meet the first and third Monday of every month at Ashe County Arts Center in West Jefferson beginning at 7 p.m. Instructor is Sharon Kellam. Everyone is invited to participate. For information call 385-1299. Museum of Ashe County History is open Tuesday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. from April through October and at other times by appointment. While the 1904 courthouse building in Jefferson is undergoing renovations, we are temporarily across the street. No admission is charged. Ashe County items are on display and donated/loaned items are appreciated. Call 846-1904, 982-3261, or 846-1638 for more information. Blue Ridge Baptist Church has a morning Bible Study each Wednesday at 10 a.m. Rev. Paul Coffey is leading this study and they welcome everyone to come. This is a relaxed group with refreshments served. Just come as you are - all are welcome. For more information you may call Carolyn Charles at 877-2110. Lunch Break Grief Support Group sponsored by High Country Health Care Hospice will be held every Thursday from noon - 1 p.m. at the office located on Hwy 88 in Jefferson. This is open to anyone who has lost a loved one or is experiencing grief. Bring your lunch and join them. No preregistration is necessary and you can come in and drop out as needed. This is an on-going group that meets weekly. If you have questions please call Lisa Courtney, bereavement coordinator, for more information at 265-3926. Healing Prayer Services are held at St. Mary's Episcopal Church on Beaver Creek Road in West Jefferson, at 6 p.m. every Tuesday. If you or a loved one is in need of prayers for any reason, come join in this uplifting service. Dress is casual, and the service lasts about 30 minutes. Call 982-3076 if more information is required. Book Lover's Sale inside the Ashe County Public Library in West Jefferson, featuring the finest in used books, magazines, audio books, videos, and children's books. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library this ongoing sale is updated every 2-3 days with current donations. "All the good stuff - all the time." Come and browse through hundreds of titles. 100% of sales benefit the library. Donations are welcomed. Call 336-846-2041 to arrange for pick-up or for more information. 2nd Cup Ministry of Glendale Springs Presbyterian Church in the John Luke Memorial Building on Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m. - noon, Tuesday and Thursday evenings 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Come and have a second cup of coffee with friends and neighbors. Celebrate Recovery is here to help with the hurts, habits and hang-ups of life. Sponsored by Highlands Community Church, Celebrate Recovery worships and listens with confidentiality on Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at "The Gathering Place", now located at 787 Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. Location is across from Ashe Services for Aging. Childcare will be provided. For more information call 384-1282 or 982-4634. Ashe County Humane Society announces pet adoptions each Saturday at the Pet Resource Center in West Jefferson from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Come adopt a pet or bring any puppy or kitten that you would like to find a home for. Call 846-PAWS to find out more. American Cancer Society's Reach to Recovery is for women who have been diagnosed with cancer needing more information and support. This is a group of women who have faced cancer and recovered and are trained by the American Cancer Society to offer hope, friendship, and knowledge. Please contact Charlene Phillips, local coordinator, at 336-246-3871. Women in Touch is training in breast self-examination available for women of all ages. Become aware of warning signs and the best methods for early detection of breast cancer. Please call Ann Cope at 336-982-9379 or Lib Bare at 336-246-9944. Car Seat Checks are held at Family Central every third Friday from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Call 246-0781 for details. Ashe County Public Library is open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m.- 5 p.m., and Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. For more information, call 846-2041, or visit www.arlibrary.org. BROC (Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission) Clothing Store in Warrensville Small Group Opportunity for Newly Married and Engaged Couples. FaithBridge United Methodist Church is offering a new Small Group for Newly Married and Engaged Couples, to enrich budding marriage relationships. This small group will provide fellowship opportunities with other couples just starting out, as well as offer teaching from a video-based curriculum by two Christian counselors who are experts on marriage, Les and Leslie Parrott. The small group will be facilitated by Rev. Marianne Romanat, pastor of FaithBridge.This group will meet in the home of Kyle and Elise Sigmon in Boone, for Directions call: 828-295-8333 on Wednesday nights from 6:30-8:00pm, beginning March 7th and ending May 9th. Desserts and coffee will be provided by the church, and The Ashe County Board of Education is currently preparing grant applications in the following areas; Vocational Education Basic Grant Homeless Children Abstinence Education Title I of the No Child Left Behind Act IDEA VI-B Sliver (Capacity Building) Title IV Safe and Drug-Free Schools Improving America's Schools Migrant Education Title V Innovative Programs Strategies IDEA VI-B Education of the Handicapped Act IDEA Pre-School Handicapped Grant Build it faster... and easier. With AF Bank's 7.79%* Fixed Rate Construction Loan If you're building a new home, you'll really appreciate the advantages of our special fixed rate construction loan Quick approval Easy closing Affordable cost Flexible draws Up to 100% financing available 1.00% origination fee with no additional fee when converted to an AF permanent mortgage Call or stop by today, and find out how easy and affordable it is to get a fixed rate construction loan from your friends at AF Bank. Don't delay, Title II Teacher Quality Enhancement Grant because this 7.79%* loan is available Title III Language Acquisition for Second for a limited time only! Language Learners Educational Technology The public is invited to review and comment on the proposals at the Board of Education during regular office hours from May 28 - June 1. Board of Education Telephone Number: 246-7175 Contact Person: Jeannie Caviness, Director of Federal Programs Bank Chris Miller 1441 Mt. 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We had back to back committee meetings this week as bills were scheduled to be heard. I have several bills I'm trying to get heard in committee and then on the House floor. The approaching deadline means busy days and long floor sessions, but the work we are doing will mean better schools and healthier and safer communities. Military The House passed a bill this week that will better protect the parental rights of military members called to active duty or deployed away from their homes. Any custody order is­ sued as a result of a deploy­ ment expires within 10 days of the soldier's return, under the new law. The bill is yet an- ways to report bullies and guidelines for investigating such acts and punishment for them. The bill describes bul­ lying as an act of discrimina­ tion and alerts teachers and administrators about people at risk of being bullied. Many of us supported the bill which passed the Education Com­ mittee. Justice Post file photo Rep. Cullie Tarleton other away the House is trying to make our state friendly to those military members who protect us. It now goes to the Senate. Education The House Education Committee (on which I serve) passed a bill designed to com­ bat bullying in schools. It would require school admin­ istrators to impose new poli­ cies forbidding harassment and bullying. The bill includes A bill approved by the House on Wednesday would require North Carolina law enforcement agencies to record all homicide interrogations, ei­ ther by audio or video devices. The bill, unopposed by both the N.C. Conference of District Attorneys and the N.C. Sher­ iffs Association, is designed to reduce contestation of cases because of the interrogations process. The recording must be uninterrupted and also may be refused. If it is, that refusal must be recorded. A survey of 500 law enforcement agencies using the tactic found lower litigation costs, decreased number of issues raised in ap­ peals and an increase of cases ending in plea agreements rather than trial. The bill now goes to the Senate. Election Laws North Carolinians cur­ rently vote in the presidential primaries in May of the elec­ tion year. State legislators, saying the primary elections are essentially decided at that point in the year, want that to change. A new measure being considered in the Legislature would change the primaries to February, effective for the 2008 elections. Do you agree or disagree? Let me hear from you. A new bill would change the way North Carolina casts its electoral votes in national elections. The current method gives all the state's 15 elec­ toral votes to the candidate with the most votes within the state. Some say this causes federal candidates to ignore North Carolina and focus in­ tensive media campaigns on a few swing states. The bill pro­ poses giving the electoral votes to the winner of the national popular vote. The bill passed the Senate this week, and it will likely go before the House next week. Your thoughts? Health A bill banning smoking in long term healthcare facili­ ties passed the House unani­ mously Tuesday. It was in­ troduced following a deadly fire in March at an adult-care facility in Mocksville. The fire, caused by a resident smoking in her room, resulted in one death and 21 injuries. The bill will affect tens of thousands of North Carolina citizens either living or receiving medical care in the 635 adult care homes, 644 family car homes and 392 nursing homes licensed by the state. The bill is expected to improve the safety and health of residents and workers in the facilities. A driver's license does not currently serve as a valid in­ dication of a person's wish to be an organ donor. A new bill would change that, making the notice on driver's licenses adequate legal notice of a per­ son's intentions regarding or­ gan donation. The bill passed the House 117-1. It now goes to the Senate. I supported this bill. Organ donations save fives. While it's often a diffi­ cult decision for family mem­ bers, I'm grateful to those who choose to be an organ donor. I am. Notes Wednesday was "Brims and Bows" day in the Legislature. Legislators and General As­ sembly staffers don bow ties and hats as part of the an­ nual tradition. Both men and women participated and posed for pictures on the grand cen­ tral staircase of the Legisla­ tive Building in their finery. I broke out one of my bow ties and participated. Lottery sales in North Carolina have now passed the $1 billion mark. Ticket sales started last May. Thirty-five percent of all money raised by the lottery goes into education programs. I'm still not happy with the way lottery funds are distributed to the counties. Western counties get short­ changed and we're trying to change that. It was an honor for me to participate in welcoming home our brave men and women of the 1451st Transportation Company. We are thankful to God for their safe return and grateful to them for their he­ roic service. Christian music fans head to Carowinds June 2 CHARLOTTE, N.C. (May 14, 2007)- Join Christian Mu­ sic fans on June 2 for a visit to Carowinds and SonFest 2007, a day of fellowship, communi­ ty, thrills and five music. The festival experience will in­ clude performances by Con­ temporary Christian artists, an autograph tent for fans to meet their favorite bands and Christian retail vendors. One of Christian Music's longest-running touring rock bands, Newsboys, returns as the headliner for SonFest 2007. The group has amassed total record sales exceed­ ing six million in its two decades together. The band has five gold albums, more than 20 No. 1 radio hits and a full mantle of Gospel Mu­ sic Association Dove Awards (Christian Music's highest honor) and Grammy nomina­ tions to its credit. Newsboys has spent nearly 16 years to­ gether building a strong rock presence while remaining in tune with their Christian be­ liefs. Jeremy Camp is a two-time GMA Dove Award male vocal­ ist of the year winner. Camp won the 2006 Dove Award for Special Event Album of the Year (Music Inspired by the Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe.) In addition, his newest album, Beyond Mea­ sure, was released in October. Multiple singles from Beyond Measure have skyrocketed to the top of Christian music charts, proving that Camp A concert ticket purchase son Pass members are avail­ able by calling Carowinds at Sept. 1 - Oct. 28. The park continues to touch countless includes admission to the able through Ticketmaster by 1-800-888-4FUN (4386). also is open May 28 and Sept. listeners. Carowinds is open for Fri 3. The park is closed to the Acclaimed band Jars of 108-acre theme and water calling 704-522-6500, by log­ Clay recently received a 2007 park with more than 60 great ging on to www.ticketmaster. - Sun. operation through May public on Sept. 29. com or at any Ticketmaster 27. The park opens daily from For a complete operating Dove Award for Rock/Con­ rides, attractions and shows. Advance ticket purchases outlet. Discounted tickets for June 1 through Aug. 26, and schedule, visit www.carowtemporary Album for Good Monsters, and another in the and discount tickets for Sea­ groups of 15 or more are avail­ Sat. - Sun. operation resumes inds.com. Short Form Music Video of the Year category for the vid­ eo to its hit song, "Work." The band has amassed more than five million al­ bum sales, three Grammy Majestic Peaks Development, LLC Awards, an American Music Award and numerous radio JIM REEVES • VANNOY & REEVES, PLLC, ATTORNEYS hits during their career. The 202 EAST MAIN STREET, P0 DRAWER 67, WEST JEFFERSON, NORTH CAROLINA 28694 group also has been honored (336)246-7172 • FAX (336)246-5966 • iim@vannovandfqeves.com by BMI for songwriting and performing. Sonfest also features ac­ claimed Contemporary Chris­ STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA conveyed by that certain deed from Sunshine Mountain tian Music artists Kutless, COUNTY OF ASHE View Development, Inc. to Majestic Peaks Development, Family Force 5, Mainstay LLC, dated 6 July 2005, and of record in the Ashe County and 7 Miles. IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE Public Registry In Book 331, at page 1416. SonFest performances be­ SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION gin at 3 p.m. in the Paladium BEFORE THE CLERK The above-described lots are SUBJECT to the Declaration Amphitheatre 07-SP-49 of Restrictions affecting said subdivision which appears of NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE 2007 SonFest Performance Schedule 7 Miles 3:00 Mainstay 3:35 Family Force 5 4:20 Kutless 5:15 Jars of Clay 6:30 Jeremy Camp 7:50 Newsboys 9:35 Concert & Full Day Park Admission Ticket Prices $41.95 Regular Adult Ticket $39.95 Regular Adult Group Rate Season Pass Ticket Prices $19.95 Season Pass Dis­ count Ticket All prices are slightly high­ er on the day of the event. newsboys | GO IN THE MATTER OF THE SALE OF LANDS OF MAJESTIC PEAKS DEVELOPMENT, LLC, Under foreclosure by Jimmy D. Reeves, Trustee record In the Ashe County Public Registry in Book 246, at page 934, to which recorded instrument reference is hereby made for a specific recital of said restrictions. NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in that certain deed of trust executed by Ravi Roopnarine, Manager of Majestic Peaks Development, LLC. dated 5 June 2006 and recorded in the Ashe County Public Registry in Book 348, at pages 730-734, default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness thereby secured, and said deed of trust being by the terms thereof subject to foreclosure, the undersigned will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, at the Courthouse door in Jefferson, North Carolina, at 2:00 o'clock p.m. on the 1st day of June, 2007, the lands conveyed in said deed of trust, the same lying and being in West Jefferson and Pine Swamp Townships, Ashe County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: WEST JEFFERSON TOWNSHIP FIRST TRACT: BEING LOT NUMBERS 2, 3,4,7 AND 10 OF LO-WA HILLS SUBDIVISION as shown on a plat of the same which appears of record in the Ashe County Public Registry in Plat Book 5, at page 469, to which recorded plat reference is made for a specific metes and bounds description of said lots. And being the same lots as described in and conveyed by that certain deed from Samuel B. Church and wife, Shirley A. Church to Majestic Peaks Development, LLC, dated 16 May 2006, and of record in the Ashe County Public Registry in Book 348, at pages 727-729. The above-described lots are SUBJECT to the Declaration of Restrictions affecting said subdivision which appears of record in the Ashe County Public Registry in Book 223, at pages 18-21, to which recorded instrument reference is hereby made for a specific recital of said restrictions. prr LO-WA HILLS SUBDIVISION mm 0-.J.1ZVM *COD MF # CBANBEPPY PATCH . Z w SECOND TRACT: BEING LOT NUMBER 19 OF LO-WA HILLS SUBDIVISION as shown on a plat of the same which appears of record in the Ashe County Public Registry in Plat Book 5, at page 469, to which recorded plat reference is hereby made for a specific metes and bounds description of said lot. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA-Part B, Public Law 105-17) Project is presently being amended. The Project describes the special education programs proposed by Ashe County Schools for Federal funding for the 2007-08 School Year. Interested persons are encouraged to review amendments to the Project and make comments concerning the implementation of special education under this Federal Program. All comments will be considered prior to submission of the amended Project to the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction in Raleigh, North Carolina. The IDEA-Part B Project is open to the public for review and comments during the week of May 28 - June 1 in the office of Jcannie Caviness located at the Ashe County Board of Education, 320 South Street, Jefferson. And being the same lot as described in and conveyed by that certain deed from Colin J. Cooper and wife, Mellnda Cooper to Majestic Peaks Development, LLC, dated 27 May 2005, and of record in the Ashe County Public Registry In Book 329, at page 1591. The above-described lot is SUBJECT to the Declaration of Restrictions affecting said subdivision which appears of record in the Ashe County Public Registry in Book 223, at pages 18-21, to which recorded Instrument reference is hereby made for a specific recital of said restrictions. PINE SWAMP TOWNSHIP THIRD TRACT: BEING LOT NUMBERS 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 AND 9 OF CRANBERRY PATCH SUBDIVISON as shown on a plat of the same which appears of record in the Ashe County Public Registry In Plat Book 5, at page 562, to which recorded plat reference is hereby made for a specific metes and bounds description of said lots. And being a portion of the same lots as described in and DIRECTIONS TO PROPERTY Lo-Wa Hills Lots - Turn off South Jefferson Avenue in the Town of West Jefferson onto Stringer Drive and property is located at Lots 2, 3, 4, 7 8, 10 and 19 in Lo-Wa Hills Subdivision. Cranberry Patch Lots - From West Jefferson travel US Hwy. 221 toward Fleetwood, turn right on Liberty Grove Church Rd., turn left on Thistle Knob. Property is located at Lots 2, 3, 4,5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 of Cranberry Patch Subdivision. At the time of sale, the highest bidder shall immediately make a cash deposit in the amount of five (5%) per cent of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty ($750) Dollars, whichever is greater. This the 26th day of April, 2007. Jimmy D. Reeves, Trustee �PAGE 12 TUESDAY/ MAY 22, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy 140-Help Wanted MCLASS1FIED ADVERTISING Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm CLASSIFIED DEADLINES Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT 1NFORAMTION In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. Charges Rotes depend on size of ad and number of runs. Please call •*• Classified Dept. 1 for information. Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson. NC 28694 (We accept personal check. Visa or Master Card) Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 e-mail: classified® jelfer8onposl.com Web: www.jeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices If you have left pictures with us | PLEASE remember to I come in and pick I them up. THANK YOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER S NOTICE: All real estate advertising In this newspaper Is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes It Illegal to advertise any preferences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, financial status or national origin includes children un­ der the ago of 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women A people securing custody of chll dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate which is In violation ol the law. Our readers ore here by informed that all dwellings advertised In this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing Impaired is 1-800-927-9275 40-Lost & Found Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 140-Help Wanted A fast growing company is looking for a motivated individual in our sales department. This position will establish contact with customers, calculate prices, provide information, and follow up with customers. The successful candidate must be self-motivated, and able to perform without supervision, be a multi-tasked person with a positive attitude. Preferred skills are: multi-tasking, cross-selling, computer background/ skills, flexibility and communication skills. Must be neat in appearance, have excellent customer service skills, and be reliable. Experience is not necessary, we will train the right person. Salary plus commission. Benefits offered include Health Insurance, Aflac Insurance, Retirement, Paid Personal Time and Holidays. To apply fax resume to 336-877-2359 HABITATION SPECIALIST II (Position 743-40-1780) Open until filled. FT New River Behavioral HealthCare, Alleghany County. Duties include: Case management services for adults and children with primary diagnosis of DD. May also have MI/SA diagnosis. Case management includes monitoring, arranging, coordinating and link­ ing consumers with needed services and may be provided in any setting. Minimum requirements: Bachelors degree in Human Services field and two years professional level experience with DD and/or MI/SA population or Master's degree in Human Services field and one year professional level experience with DD and/or MI/SA population. Usual Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8-5, flexibility required. Typical-hiring range: $33,564 - $38,424.' Submit state applica­ tion and transcript to: Alleghany Employment Security Commission, PO Box 996, Sparta, NC 28675. Criminal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE HUMAN SERVICES CLINICAL COUNSELOR (Position 743-40-1635). FT New River Behavioral HealthCare SP. Ashe County. Case Manager serving child and adult consumers with MI/DD. Duties include: monitoring, arranging, coordinating and linking consumers with needed services. Will work primarily in consumers' homes and in community. Minimum requirements: Bachelor's degree in a human service field and two years of related human services counseling/therapy which provides experience in techniques of counseling/therapy, case management or group work one of which was supervised. Usual Schedule: Mon - Fri, 8-5, must be flexible for occasional evening or weekend hours. Typical-hiring range: $33,564 - $38,424. Submit state application and transcript to: Ashe County Employment Security Commission, 626 Ashe Central School Rd. Unit 5, Jefferson, NC 28640. Criminal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE. Full Time & Part Time Housekeeping Position for vacation rental homes. Must be detailed, organized, reliable, punctual, good transportation. Pay based on experience & qualifications. Fleetwood, Deep Gap & Todd area. Call 336-877-6529. General Laborer Needed 140-Help Wanted Come by or call Rainbow Recycling Need a new job? 336-846-2267 Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! CDL TRAINING Want to become SUMMER JOBS IMMEDIATE NEED Bus & Van Drivers, Full & Part-time Office Manager and Part-time Assistant. a Truck Driver? Want to travel? Want a good job with good pay and job security? Wilkes Community and Sage College Technical Call for appointment 246-6112 or 246-3066 Part Time Help Services have teamed Wanted together to offer the best training available. to service greeting Small Classes: cards in local retail ONE STUDENT PERTRUCK outlets. No experience Lifetime, Nationwide Job Placement Call (336)838-6509 hours. Please call required. Flexible 1-800-543-4110 and mention territory 2712." Behavioral Technician Part-time positions available in Ashe County area. One on one services needed for a young man in the Fleetwood area, and for another young man in the Lansing area. HomeCare offers excellent training and supervision, and we have just revised our pay rates. This position requires GED/High School diploma and a valid NC drivers' license. HomeCare provides all other necessary training. Please call HomeCare Management for an application at 828-264-1021, or toll-free 888-878-5199. Fax your resume to 828-264-0755, attn: Patty Barker, or access an application through our website at www.homecaremgmt.org. Just click on Employment Opportunities. Enterline & Russefl Builders is seeking Carpenters & Helpers for projects in Watauga, Ashe and Avery Counties. Benefits include: •Health Insurance •Paid Holidays •401K Savings Plan Apply at office in Blowing Rock. 828-295-9568 SPECIAL NURSES FOR SPECIAL PEOPLE!! We are looking for a very special person NURSEI! We have an opening for an RN to provide nursing services to people with mental retardation. Some of the work you might expect: Assessments, Drug Reviews, Training Med. Techs., Clinic. But there is also the unexpected: Sharing in the lives of wonderful people and working with outstanding clinicians in a true team environment. Competitive pay and benefits. RHA Health Services 176 Wildcat Road, Deep Gap, NC. Call 828-262-5450 RHA is an EOE and fun place to work. J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 235-Christmas Trees WANTED: Entire fields, large or small, Fraser Fir Christmas Trees. Willing to assume all maintenance. Call 276-579-7733. 260-Garage/Yard Sales REMODELING SALE Fri, May 25 Sat, May 26 7 AM - UNTIL Rain or Shine Microwave Oven, Bathroom lavatory, Dinette tables, plenty of glassware and much more, something for everyone! Classifieds make "Cents' "Cents make Dollars" 330-Pets Bloodhound mix puppies to good homes. Black with white markings. 1st shots and dewormed. Call 977-9309 KITS Are available at the Jefferson Post for purchase. Each kit includes: 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only $5.95 each YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time 2 times $9.50 $15.00 Copy along with payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tues. paper No later then -Fri. 9 am Fri. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson. NC 'One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments •Handicapped accessible •Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information Lab-Mix puppies free to good homes. 7 weeks old. 336-877-5643 PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164. FOR MORE INFORMATION. Shepherd / Collie Mix puppies to give away. 3 brown, 3 black males. Call 384-2936 Location: One mile on Beaver Creek School Road, then turn right on Rayfield Acres Drive, second house on right. he Alleghany Animal Shelter is overwhelmed with puppies right now! If you've thought about welcoming a new 4footed friend into your home, now's the time to stop by and adopt your new fuzzy pal! We have 6 border collie mixes (all. females), 4 tiny beagle mixes (2 males, 2 females), 2 female black lab mixes, 1 boxer mix (male), 1 heeler mix (female), and 3 new adorable beagle mixes (1 female, 2 males). Their ages range from 6 weeks to 12 weeks old. Call us at 336-372-8744 or visit us on the web at alleghany.petfinder.com. 290-Horses & Livestock PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 300Miscellaneous For Sale: Mec 600 Jr Shotgun Reloading Press, 12 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. 310-Musical LOCALLY HANDMADE MANDOLINS AND GUITARS. REPAIRS ON ANY STRING INSTRUMENTS. CALL EARL MORETZ AT 336-877-5828 Classifieds Work! Call us at 846-7164 3 'J MI bm ii M jr«kOB URGENT! Meet Gus! He's a 3-4 year old black lab mix who just to play ball more than anything else! Gus is a friendly guy who likes to give kisses. He's about 40 lbs in size and has shorter, squat­ ter legs than a regular lab. We can not express what a joy this dog is - you just have to meet him in person! Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Spar­ ta at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit alleghany.petfinder.com Wanted: Eskimo Spitz 6 week to 3 years. Call collect, 336-765-3837 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our "for rent" sections. Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 Furnished 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment for rent, minutes from town. $525 monthly. Deposit required. 336246-7337. HIGH VISTA APT. 1 & 2 BR Units 307 Vista Drive W. Jefferson, NC Office hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 AM -10:00 AM Or call for appointment: (336)246-3460 or (336)246-2624 1 TTD users call: (828)645-7196 440-Offices, Bldgs., For Rent/Lease or Sale Commercial Buildings for rent. West Jefferson, 3500 sq ft, all or 1/2. Lansing -1100 sq ft. Call for details, 561-750-751 490-Houses/ Apts. for Sale CEDAR LOG HOMES •Canadian Northern White Cedar •Hundreds of plans •Post/Beam •Licensed Builder •You build or we build •Financing 28 years in business. Call Ron Hayes 336-984-8363 500-Mobiie Homes for Sale Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. BIG RESULTS! call 336-246-9258 FOR A GOOD Deal bedrooms, 2 baths, appliances $39,995.00 set and delivered. Only one at this price. New Generation Homes (336)973-4462. Alleghany Summer home, 1.77+/- ac, 3 bdr, lg. screen porch, garage Grassland, 3.05+/- ac, nice view, great sites for home 2.05+/- acres, well on property, excellent home site 1.184 acres, excl. home site, joins pkwy., spring on tract 1-800-334-1203 www.alliancetractortrailer.com \ www.rogersrealty.com Dale F. Fulk, Sales Mgr. NCAL 685 DIAMONDS AREN'T A GIRL'S BEST FRIEND. Bedroom for $59,995.00 with lots of options, features and upgrades. Come and Generation Homes. (336)973-4462. JUST ARRIVED NEW MUST SEE TO BE­ LIEVE 1600 SQ FT HOME AT FREEDOM HOMESWILKESBORO!! Large Master BDR and Bath Room, Large Kitchen, Living Room, Large Utility Room, 2nd and 3rd Bedrooms, Plus Other Options. Priced to Fit Your Budget, Limited Edition Only. Call DS Prevette 973-2335 or 981-6368. Let FREEDOM HOMES 1st choiceI Shop here before you buy. Modulars, Doublewides or Singlewides. We can do land home packages in your area. Call 336-973-2335. Ask for Big George. LIMITED QUANTITY: 1620 sq ft double wide, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, thermopane windows, dishwasher, quality built 2x4 16 on center construction by Horton Homes... delivered and set up with 5 yr. warranty only $49,995.00. New Generation Homes (336)973-4462. FOR HIRE Let me help you to create unique logos, brochures, business cards, booklets and camera ready ads. Beauty starts on the inside, where women in their late teens and early twenties need strong bones to help prevent conditions like osteoporosis later in lite. Regular weight-bearing exercise and a calcium-rich diet are the best High-end quality at reasonable rales. No fob too big or too small. lifestyle measures Fpr more information and advice, visit aaos.org and rjos.org. A AOS R|OS MUKil Ktm •» For more information, please call Firefly Grauhx at 336-982-5145 or email I work. Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards, Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 Therefore, eye strain. 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS NEW HOME WITH LAND! All improve­ ments: Landscaped Yard, Concrete Front Covered Porch, Big Back Deck. Must move Now $87,900.00 Will Finance. Call DS Prevette at 973-2335 or 981-6368. Having qualified as Administratrix of the Estate of Robert Johnson Sluder, late of North Ashe County, Carolina, this is to notify all persons hav­ ing claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 5741 Three Top Rd, Todd, NC 28684 on or before the 22nd day of August, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the under­ signed. 510-Mobile Home Lots for Sale This the 14th day of May. 2007. IT'S TIME YOU own your own home! Credit Problems is not a problem, Mildred Sluder Administratrix for the Estate of Robert Johnson Sluder Eye strain from computer use is the number one complaint of office workers. Talk to your eyecare professional about computer eye­ wear to help prevent eye strain. Tim Vision Council ol America "•commends regular oye oxaras lor you and your family lo ensure healthy vision. Check Yearly. See Ckrarfy- www.checkyearly.com Let Me Help! Land Home Packages in your area. I also have lot models with large savings. Call Big George, 336-973-2335. SunBridge Care & Rehab for Alleghany, a progressive leoder in skilled nursing and LTC, is expanding and offers the following opportunities: RN$/LPNs $3000 Sign-On Bonus! We offer a supportive environment with exceptional pay and benefits program. Interested candidates ore encouraged to apply to: SunBridge Core & Rehob, Attn.-. Tina Poe, RN, DNS, 179 Combs St., Sporto, NC 28675 or coll (336) 372-2441. Day shifts available. •Sungr-idge Sun Healthcare Group, Inc. is an EOE. www.sunh.com Going: Horton Double Wide... 5 Yr. Warranty, 3 Four Tracts of Mountain Property in (336) 789-2626 4 double wide. Beautiful home 1782 sq ft built right and priced right section. Best Terms: 10% down day of sale Balance due in 30 days. 10% buyers premium. Lead based Inspection must be completed prior to auction. Sells 'AS IS." See website for more details Wytheville, Virginia Huge 1115Professionals in the Classified Sat. June 2nd 1:00pm TRACT 1: TRACT 2: TRACT 3: TRACT 4: Local Dealers DEAL? Prime Real Estate ALLIANCE TRACTOR -TRAILER TRAINING CENTERS Mobile Homes by or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. Check out the ads AUCTION T© ©M OT the latest deals on » "Bo" you have a lot 1980 Oakwood ARE YOU LOOKING Little Classifieds... Jefferson Post for 530-Lots & Acreage 14x72 Single Wide. Brand new. Choose 2 of 3 bedrooms vinyl and shingle. You choose your colors, 5 year warranty only 24,995.00 set and delivered. You will not find better product or price. New Generation Homes (336)973-4462. Stop and see us we will save you money. 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 430-Rooms, Apts.. Houses For Rent Check Out the be your Accepting applications for future vacancies. Handicap Units. For more information SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. 500-Mobile Homes for Sale take a look. We will save you money. New Two inch space for the above costs. We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy, sell, tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 LEARN • FULL & PART-TIME • CLASSES • CDL TRAINING • • FINANCING • AVAILABLE • JOB PLACEMENT • 140-Help Wanted IS GROWING AND NOW HIRING FOR SEVERAL PRODUCTION POSITIONS Wc are seeking dependable members for our Production Team who are looking for steady and rewarding employment. Job Skill TYaining Available Clean Environment Four Day Work Week (Full 40 hours) Excellent Health Benefits 401-K Retirement with Company Contribution Monthly Bonus Eligibility Starting at $8.00 per hour for unskilled positions Regular wage increases available based on personal performance Successful completion of drug screen and background check required. Apply in person at: American Emergency Vehicles, Directions: From Charlotte, NC-Take I-77 North, 165 American Way, Take US Hwy 21 N-Turn Right onto Blue Ridge Parkway. Go North approx. 1/4 mile turn right on Caudill Road. Jefferson, NC. For more information, call 336-982-9824. AEV is an equal opportunity employer. �PAGE 13 TUESDAY, MAY 22, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Local Fire and Rescue volunteers receive LP gas training Did you hear the "WHOOM" and see fire in the sky last Saturday? Well you must have been in downtown Lansing. The "Whoom" and the fire in the sky were due to a training exercise going on in the bottom behind the firehouse. Lansing Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department in conjunction with the Ashe Campus of Wilkes Commu­ nity College sponsored an LP Gas class on Friday and Saturday the 11th and 12th of May. This class is designed to give Fire Department per­ sonnel training for and expe­ rience dealing with LP Gas lines, tanks, and emergencies. The class was taught by state certified instructors Mitch Calloway and Mike Willis. We had an overall attendance to the class of 23 men and wom­ en. This included Volunteer Firefighters from Lansing Volunteer Fire and Rescue, Warrensville Volunteer Fire and Rescue, New River Fire and Rescue, Creston Volun­ teer Fire Department and Pond Mountain Fire Depart­ ment. Our class included three hours of classroom work and about eight hours of field exercises which included in­ struction on the safety fea­ tures and cut-off valves on the LP Gas trucks, tanks and lines as well as several live burns which account for the "Whoom" and the fire in the sky. We would like to extend a great big "Thank You" to In­ dependence Oil and LP Gas, Ferrell Gas Co. and Blue Ridge Energies for their gen­ erous donations of LP Gas which made this class pos­ sible. . t® CLASSIC WfiDOTOS). Classic Weddings Affordable Decorated Wedding Candelabra Kintals "Large Selection" Silk Flowers and Greenery Delivery, Set-up and Pick-up Cad for Appointment tc (^EXCAVATING Alountam Field Quality Home Repairs • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work No JOB Too SMALL! • Homesites •Spring Work ' Lot Clearing • Basement/Footers Northwest Lawn Care, Inc. Appleseed Excavating & flanling • Ponds "Ditching • Driveways • Gravel, Mulch, Dirt 336-982-9725 Michael Pennington Darlene Little 336-385-2346 ^dandglittle@skybest.comy \Mobile: 336-977-1312/ • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation • Plumbing/Electrical Seasonal Opening & Closing All types ot repairs and maintenance for your home or business. All calls returned. Maintenance Contracts by request. V Herb Mckittrick Cell: 336-977-1455 336-384-9192 % ra- LAWN CARE HOME REPAIRS I > Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and part lime residents of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. "Since 1989" Thomas Reed - Owner J 336-246-3434 \445 Wade Vannoy Dr. • West Jefferson, NC, Hi® LAWN MOWING i® LAWN SERVICES Total Lawn Care H&J • GRASS CUTTING AND TRIMMING A- Lawn Services .J# Lot Maintenance ^ Minor Landscaping Serving Ashe & Alleghany Counties BBB • BUSHHOGGING • SMALL BACKHOE T FREE ESTIMATES Call me for any project! FREE ESTIMATES!! jy: 9464 Hwy 16 N • Grassy Cretk, NC 28631 TERRY SAUNDERS ***4336-877-1014 \TJ AM) K HOME IMPROVEMENT^/ F ' ROOFING TREE SERVICE Appalachian Roofing Co. FREE ESTIMATES Senior Citizens Discounts Serving Wilkes and Surrounding Counties ASHE COUNTY ROOFING 336-670-3554 BOB 'S TREE SERVICE Serving the High Country ROOP'S ROOFING "Fully Insured" All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs Years Experience l icensed in North Carolina k VA Install roofing of all kinds • Itoof Painting Insured & ALL Work Guaranteed • Tree Trimming •Tree Removal • Dump Truck • Chipper • Clearing Lots • Cutting Views • FREE ESTIMATES FREE ESTIMATES! Owner: Charles Roop Lansing, INC FREE ESTIMATES North Wilkesboro Allen Miller Bob Cox 780 Anderson Hill Rd.« Lansing, NC 336-384-2063 Cell: 977-2978 Home: 384-4978. VOver 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE^ 336-384-3033 mtucz ivt ig TREE SERVICE Cox's TREE 336-982-4651 336-385-8563 J I. V' " SERVICE r. iif 1 Sony Sharp Mountain View Stump Grinding w ,pionwr ^Center ^ Cmtof SUdmic £x/Wi' Landscaping Hedge Trimming 607C S. Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 FREE ESTIMATES 336-977-1272 or 336-982-6218 , 336-246-HDTV (4388) Fax: 336-246-2443 Vjbfii/p/v the BEST Prim Possible J O E ' S TV AND Auto • Home • Life mj SATELLITE An Auth0rindA9.nl (or niDirtv BlueCross BluoShield of North Carolina TREE SERVICE Let's compare rates & service r Mountain Welding Kay Combs 336-246-8828 • Stainless Steel • Aluminum • Mild Steel Tree, Service, I Tree Topping,Trimming and Removal I AAindepeodtntlanwoffht Hue Cross and Slut Shield Association Canton lu»* *A4k -wrwfa fee lOTftNveatfiWftCMtiM.W SMNre few fcnNi* Ca. lertmMS Shop located at: Free Estimates 35 Years Experience 245 Von Turner Rd. • West Jefferson, NC Residential Pick up Service $40.00 Quarterly Industrial • Commercial cpa "DEPENDABLE AND 982-3335 PROMPT SERVICE" IS OUR MOTTO! Residential X rCc & Contracting Co. $oone Grading Co., Inc. LICENSED & INSURED FREE ESTIMATES • Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds Contact Robert Holman • Land Clearing • Road Building Office: 828-963-4069 Fax: 828-963-8610 • Septic Systems • Basements • Footers £c||. 828-773-6736 IS I 6MSX e 336-877-5010 Where Quality is a Tradition Serving Ashe, Avery & Watauga • Call 828-773-2805 today and get your disposal removal tomorrow! _ J Authorized Technicians On Board 30 Plus Ytars Experience 17 years experience Bradley W. Mclntyre • Owner or Too Large! Co -vnty's () neS>opfo r r bfear T y i ex James Ellis - Owner MCINTYRE DISPOSAL SERVICES No Job Too Small Asl>e Phone: 336-877-7511 Phone: 336-246-5634 Cell: 336-977-8701 — zenith THEATRES • Commercial • Residential • Customized Ashe County's ONLY NC DOT Certified Pipe Welder SALES Ac SERVICE TVS & HOME 24 Hour Woldlnn Sorvlca Portable Units lor On site Welding sfbli.com • ncfbins.com Helping you iswhat we do best JVC All Work Guaranteed / Licensed, Bonded & Insured | Logos • ' Business Curds • Brochures • Camera Ready Ads Deb Holder ('nine 336.9772113 AS- REMODELING/CARPENTRY OOLS OIV WHEELS |{J CAINIE • Remodel Jobs •Decks •Additions 336-977-2112 • Repairs & Maintenance 336-384-4352 �TUESDAY, MAY 22, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Eller completes Navy boot camp ENFN Billy Eller Jr., Son of Billy E and Cindy L Eller of West Jefferson, N.C. gradu­ ated Navy boot camp at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, 111. on March 30, 2007. While in boot camp, Billy earned the National Defense Metal and the Expert Marksman Metal, scoring the highest of two divisions. Billy is currently in school for en­ gineering training. Upon completion of his training and a short visit home, Billy will report to his next duty station and start his Naval career. Ashe Battle of Books team scores high Being the youngest team to compete did not daunt Blue Ridge's sixth graders from placing second in the 2007 Regional Battle of the Books competition held at the United Methodist Church in Boone. Battle of the Books is a quiz bowl competition requir­ ing knowledge of 27 books and their authors. Earlier in March, Blue Ridge competed against our county elemen­ tary and middle school teams, winning the county competi­ tion. Sixteen sixth, seventh and eighth grade teams, winners of their county or city school system competitions in north- west North Carolina took part in the Regionals. Our Blue Ridge team participated in 15 rounds with 12 questions per round against the other 15 schools. Excitement escalated throughout the day as scores were not posted and each school knew only their own team's score. Students and parents alike waited in excit­ ed anticipation in the church's sanctuary for the final scores to be announced. Cheers and applause erupted when Blue Ridge was announced as the runner-up in the competi­ tion. The team members and coaches were called forward. Around each student's neck was placed a medal and a trophy was presented to Blue Ridge Elementary School. It was a fabulous day for all! As the only sixth grade team in this regional compe­ tition, we were proud of their hard work and perseverance through months of reading, practice and performance. Team members included Laken Brooks, Alex Latham, Justin Scarborough, Travis Stanley, Amber Wilson, James Wheeler and Lucas Zeller. Coaches included Dianne Eldreth and Judy Tedford. Blue Ridge and Ashe County were well represented by these outstanding students. These animals are available for adoption, Paisley's Auto Sales moves Ed Paisley would like to invite all his friends and customers to stop by his new location at 1028 US Hwy 221 Business, between the towns. Ed has been providing great service and quality used vehicles for more than 15 years. You can depend on Ed to be honest and up-front with all his customers. Ann and Ed would like to thank all the many people who have done business at Paisley's Auto Sales. "We re­ alize that without each of you we would not have been able to build our new building and relocate. Whether you need a used vehicle or just want to say hello, come by so we can say thanks again for your business." Blossom is a long-hair kitty, black with "highlight" markings. She has a docile, sweet disposition, is litter trained and accustomed to being indoors. Pogo is a 6 wk old shepherd/collie mix of unusually beautiful red/ brown coloring, furiy and cuddly waiting for a "forever" home. Scout is a 6 wk old shepherd/collie mix of black/brown coloring. She would be good with kids and make a wonderful companion. Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located directly in front of the Armory on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@skybest.com Sunday, Atay 27t!l 2:30pm at ^sKalawn tyemoricA Gardens ASHELAWN MEMORIAL CHAPEL, GARDENS & MAUSOLEUM (onjtmc . VF U N R. H O M • Ashe County High School JROTC • Veterans of Foreign Wars • American Legion th # Y)isab\e& American Veterans • 1450 Transportation Unit ofNC National Guard • spoliation Unit nf Nr Mn+inmi r \J � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Extent The size or duration of the resource. 14 pages Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-05-22 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/44490bfa0f4b06f955a3c4a70edfda59.pdf 5006c8ace3867f0c7bc9e8713a50ca80 PDF Text Text Husky Spring Sports Awards page 1-3B Player's Edge Soccer Camp page 3B 1, [ i J 1 toll ^ "jl Ashe County Tennis Clinic SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Friday (u-j May 25, 2007 500 ||S] • Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com Volume 82, Issue 42 page 3B Coming home 63 years late, a missing Ashe soldier is found by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor 'Is that for me?' Post photo by Jim Thompson Post Editor Jim Thompson and his wife Sherry were hiking on Wilburn Ridge in Grayson Highlands State Park earlier this week when they passed a herd of wild ponies near the summit. The ponies were grazing and paying them little attention—until Sherry took out her cell phone and pressed the first button. At that sound, this pony raised its head immediately and trotted over quickly to where they were standing. Was she expecting a call? Memorial Day service planned The community is invited to attend the 40th Annual Memorial Day Services on Sunday, May 27 at Ashelawn Memorial Gardens in Jefferson. A service to honor America's veterans who gave the ultimate sacrifice and those who have since passed on will be held at 2:30 p.m. Guest speakers will offer an address and a roll call of the names of Ashe County veterans who have passed will be read. Each branch of the military will be honored so that we "Forget Not Their Sacrifice." The service is sponsored by Ashelawn Memorial and Badger Funeral Home in conjunction with the Ashe County High School JROTC and local veterans of the VFW, DAV, American Legion and 1450th Transportation Unit of the NC National Guard. return to duty following his son's birth. They never saw Lost but not forgotten; the each other again. family of Lawrence Burkett "Everyone's talking about didn't know what had hap­ closure, but for me it's open­ pened to the son, the husband ing up all these emotions," and father, and the brother said Bill, who has been the they had seen go off to war. focal point in this process Photo courtesy of the Burkett family He left in 1944 and never re­ for someone who is really a The remains of Lawrence Burkett, who was killed in action turned; until now, that is. stranger to him. "I've heard Lawrence Burkett is com­ people talk about my daddy. on Dec. 11,1944, are finally coming home. ing home after 63 years. His But for somebody you've nev- was probably during that at­ on other occasions for miss­ remains were found last year er known, it just blows my tack that Burkett was deadly ing soldiers of different na­ in a forgotten trench in Ger- mind." wounded and died in a trench. tionalities. It is thanks to two many. Confirmed through Lawrence was killed in The advancing German troops non profit groups in Germany DNA testing at a lab in Ha- action on Dec. 11, 1944, in dislodged the Americans. His that this happened. (See ac­ waii, those remains will be Dillingen, Germany, just be- buddies obviously couldn't re­ companying story.) sent to Fort Bragg and then fore the Battle of the Bulge, cover the fallen Burkett. Per­ It all began for the family home to Jef- py-Maf-ry- yjg-1 He was with haps his body was covered by with a phone call last July. ferson next jk j the 90th U.S. dirt thrown up by exploding "About a year ago, a guy month in time ^ Infantry Di- shells all around so that even called, Norm Richards, a his­ for a long f f. vision that the following Germans didn't torian whose father served in awaited rnilij '/ < / ) a t t a c k e d see the body. Thus Lawrence World War II,' Bill said. "He tary funeral \ across the Burkett was missing in ac­ is the 90"' Division Associa­ at FriendI ^ V Saar River, tion since then." tion Assistant Historian." He ship Bap* A i — Heavy house Bill Burkett said a fellow called Bill's cousin, Charles, tist Church to house and soldier, Munw trying to trace where he will Jv * pillbox to cy Cox of In­ relatives of \ be laid to rest , pillbox fightdependence, Pvt. Lawrence beside his i ing occurred Va., saw his Burkett. His Dora, I and the dog tags were father get who never to hit, but by found along stopped hop­ with bones, pa­ which the 28- the time he ing he would pers and other year-old Pri­ got to him, identification. I someday re­ vate Burkett his body was The > Army turn. belonged was cold . Cox was needed J DNA trying to oc­ forced to go It is an cupy a ridge. on with the to perform a emotional be­ According to troops, test to fe&ifirm time for this family who a report in lieving that the identi * I has spent 4va German L a w r e n c e Th« . f Photo courtesy of the ery Memorial n e w s p a p e r would be re­ mains hao Burkett family Day remem­ in late April covered. He been found by bering their Lawrence Burkett before the of this year didn't know the Dillingen/ lost loved war, with his wife Dora. until return­ Saar History that detailed ing home one. Fam­ Group and the finding ily members Verein zur Berof Lawrence from the war gung Gefallhave been informed of the Burkett and the action of his and trying to ener in Osteudetails and process by the division, "Since 10,,, Decem­ look his bud­ ropa (VBGO), U.S. Army and are busy plan­ ber the Wehrmacht was try­ dy up that both non profit ning a military funeral for ing to push the Americans he had never groups made Lawrence. His two daugh­ back, especially in this area. been found. up of individu­ The find­ ters, Gladys (Shatley) and It was also in the early morn­ als who use Kathy (Gentry), remember ing of 11th December that the ing of Law­ metal detec­ their father. Gladys was 10 German troops tried to cave rence's rest­ Photo courtesy .. tors to find and Kathy 7 when he went in the bridgehead from the ing place is a the Burkett family missing sol­ to fight in World War II, but north and the northeast. remarkable that Lawrence Burkett in uni- diers and lost son Bill was only five days An American counterattack story old when his father had to came to a halt in the area. It has occurred form. See Soldier, page 5A German groups find remains of missing soldiers two groups responsible are called Dillinger Geschichtswerkstatt and Verein zur Bergung Gefallener in Osteuropa, or VBGO. A member of the Dillinger Geschichtswerkstatt, Stefan Reuter, said in the story that it is important to the group to help families learn what happened to their loved one and find their remains. A member of the VBGO, Hans Peter Jung, said in the story that his group recovers the remains and helps clarify the identification of fallen soldiers from Germany and other countries, to help give them their names back, a grave, and to return any recovered per­ sonal items to the families. The remains of Lawrence Bur­ kett were discovered when people with metal detectors came across See Groups, page 5A by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Remains of missing soldiers of different na­ tionalities, killed during war in Germany, are be­ ing found decades later through the work of two non-profit groups. Their work last year discov­ ered the remains of Pvt. Lawrence Burkett of Jef­ ferson, killed in 1944 and listed as missing in ac­ tion. (See related story.) The finding of Pvt. Burkett resulted in newspaper accounts in the Saarbruecker Zeitung newspaper in April of this year. In a story by Dieter Steffens, the Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@5effersonpo8t.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffer8onpoat.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,424 U.S. service people killed (as of 5/24) 25,549 U.S. .service people wounded (as of 5/24) Two generations of service to country Photo courtesy of Randy Bundy and L. Elliott The late Donald Eller of Clifton, right, was inducted into service on Sept. 10,1942 at Camp Croft in South Carolina. He was a skilled rifleman and was discharged on Nov. 13,1943. He passed away in 1996. His son, James Donald "JD" Eller of Warrensville entered service on Sept. 18,1968. He served In Vietnam as an infantryman. He earned Combat Decorations during the Vietnam and Desert Storm wars. Let everyone salute these men for their service to the nation along with the many other veterans who have risked and sacrificed their lives for our freedom. Crimestoppers offering reward Crime8toppers is offering a reward for the arrest and conviction of the person(s) who stole a Craftsman tiller (model 29704) from Sears in West Jefferson. According to West Jefferson Police Chief Robert Roten, the tiller, which is valued at $830, was on the porch of the store. "Someone cut the cable," he said. The incident occurred on the night of Monday, May 14. The tiller, which is black, is similar to the one in the picture. Anyone with information related to the case should call Crimestoppers at 246-4188 or the West Jefferson Police Department at 246-9410. �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS No-till organic production technology workshop On Thursday, May 31 2007, beginning at 2:30 p.m., the New River Headwaters Alter­ native Agriculture Program will present a workshop on effectively reducing tillage in organic crop production while maintaining high yields and improving soil health. The workshop will be held at Rock­ ing S Farm, in Piney Creek, Alleghany County, NC. The workshop will be presented by Area Extension Agent Richard Boylan, NCA&T State Uni­ versity Program Coordinator Dr. Keith Baldwin and farm owner/operator Alan Souther. Rocking S Farm grows certified-organic transplants and vegetables, as well as natu­ rally raised lambs, and a mix of other produce. The day's program will be­ gin with a review of how and why Rocking S Farm planted a winter cover crop in the Fall of 2006. The workshop will then demonstrate the use of a cover-crop roller-crimper that effectively kills the cover crop without disturbing the soil, creating a mulch that is held in place by the cover-crop's own roots. Organic pumpkin and tobacco transplants will then be set into the mulch using a no-till transplanter. Details on organic fertility-, weed-, and pest-management in such a system will also be presented and discussed. The organic no-till organic techniques showcased at this workshop were pioneered by Dr. Ron Morse of Virginia Tech who has worked with no-till systems for more than thirty years of his career. Dr. Morse's mt)st recent ef­ forts have focused on finding ways to eliminate herbicides from a no-till system, and he has found that use of highresidue cover crops to grow a weed-barrier mulch is the critical step for making or­ ganic no-till succcessful. This strategy draws upon innova­ tions of earlier sustainable agriculture pioneers such as The One Straw Revolution author lfdasanobu Fukuoka, even as ^he use of tools such as roIle/-crimpers and notill transplanters facilitate sustainable production at a larger and more mechanized scale. Name that dog North Carolina Coopera­ tive Extension's New River Headwaters Alternative Ag­ riculture Program works to identify and promote viable crops, production systems, and marketing strategies suitable for small Farms in Ashe and Watauga Counties. This event is free and open to all gardeners and farmers in the region. The Ashe County Humane society held a dog naming contest for Mrs. Mahoney's third grade class at Mountainview Elementary. Al­ though all the children were very creative in their names and pictures, the winner was Mahala Land. The name she chose was the "Chesternator". The puppy being named was a victim of a hit and run accident in Glendale Springs. The Humane Society will be looking for a permanent home for "Ches­ ter" in the very near future. Mrs. Mahoney's class donat­ ed many items for the pets of Ashe County while on their field trip to the Humane So­ ciety. The article about the trip was featured in the May 1 issue of the Jefferson Post. *ME 0 %F i n a n c i n g $ 1 0 0 0 Bonus Cash 2007 Pontiac G5 2007 Pontiac G6 Stk IP81481 vehicles 2007 Buick Lacrosse Stk #P00678 Stk IB56643 Buick Luxury Excitement for only $13,995 or $215/month" $15,995 or $242 / month 2006 Buick Lucerne 2007 All-New GMC Sierra Stk #B71595 Heated Seats & more • Remote Start $21,995 or $337 / month* 2007 GMC Yukon 4x4 Stk #G65588 What's Causing All This? $23,995 or $369 / month E85 Flex Fuel Active Fuel Management $18,595 or $285 / month* Dream Up $33,995 or 0% Financing The Hottest New Vehicles from PONTIAC • BUICK • GMC This workshop will only take place in fair weather, if there has not been rain for the previous 24 hours. In the event of wet weather, the workshop will be rescheduled for Tuesday, June 5, from 2:30 - 6:30 p.m. To reach Rocking S farm, take 221 North through Jefferson and toward Sparta. Cross the Alleghany County Line, then turn Left onto 113 at the Stop Sign and flash­ ing Red Light. Continue on 113 past the Mountain House Restaurant and Pine Valley Market, then begin looking for Garvey Rd. on your right. Turn right onto Garvey, then veer right to stay on Garvey through the fork. Look for red barns and then greenhouses on your right; this is Rocking S Farm. Park in front of the tractor shed and the green­ houses. Locals make Dean's List BANNER ELK, NC - Dr. Debra Thatcher, provost and dean of the faculty at LeesMcRae College announced the Dean's List for the spring semester 2007. A minimum GPA of 3.5 is required to make the Lees-McRae Col­ lege Dean's list. Students who made the list include Rebecca Pennington of Creston and Linane Lewis of West Jefferson. Lees-McRae is a private, four-year, liberal arts college affiliated with the Presbyte­ rian Church U. S. A, located in the mountains of western North Carolina in the town of Banner Elk. The college is dedicated to service learning and offers majors in twentythree academic disciplines. 2007 Pontiac Solstice GXP 2008 Buick Enclave 2007 Pontiac G6 GT Convertible Turbocharged Just Arrived Retractable Hard Top Join us Saturday for Hot Dogs & Drinks "A Million Thanks Send a Personal Note to Our Troops & Sign the Big Card Check us out online at www.clicksuperior.com GM 2.9% SUPERIOR Pontiac • Buick • GMC West Jefferson, NC • 336-246-8815 • 800-467-8815 • www.clicksuperior.com * All . payments not inclusive of tax, tag or $99 doc fee. All incentives to Dealer. 10% of purchase price d o w n , 72 mont @ 6.94% APR. Requires 730+ Beacon. Subject to credit approval. Pictures for illustrative pi ntns purposes. i 4 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2007 PAGE 3A COMMUNITY NEWS Raleigh Report by Sen. Steve Goss by Sen. Steve Goss N.C. Senate Special to the Post Things have gotten more hectic in Raleigh since my last report. On May 24th we face the "crossover" deadline, which is the date that bills other than budget and finance must have passed one cham­ ber in order to be considered by the other chamber during this session. Among the issues the Sen­ ate has addressed are: •The creation of a Pro­ gram Evaluation Division at the General Assembly to de­ termine whether public ser­ vices are delivered in an effec­ tive and efficient manner. The division would follow up on state agencies responsible for implementing our laws and report back to the General Assembly with evaluations of their effectiveness. The bill, which spends no new money, now goes to House. Post file photo Sen. Steve Goss •Refinement of the author­ ity of the Clean Water Man­ agement Trust Fund, which makes grants to local gov­ ernments, state agencies and conservation non-profits to address water pollution prob­ lems, to make it more innova­ tive. The fund has provided over $700 million in grants since the General Assembly established it 11 years ago. This measure would allow funding for more scientifical­ ly inventive ways to improve water quality, storm water management, and reduce wa­ ter pollution. The House will now consider the legislation. The Fund is particularly im­ portant in Ashe, Watauga and Wilkes for the grants over the years to protect the New, Watauga, and Yadkin Rivers. •Requiring candidates for any public office to disclose if they have been convicted of a felony. Another bill would add more protections for vic­ tims of domestic violence. In the coming weeks, the Senate will consider legislation to re­ duce the state's high school dropout rate by raising the required attendance age to 17. We will also consider leg­ islation for North Carolina to join a national compact that will elect the President by popular vote instead of the Electoral College. •Considering additional ways to protect children from sex offenders who use the In­ ternet to prey on young peo­ ple. Senate Bill 132 would require parental consent for minors under 18 to use so­ cial networking websites like MySpace or Facebook. The legislation would also require these sites to allow parents access to their children's pro­ file and would make it a fel­ ony for registered sexual of­ fenders to use these sites. We are also working to increase the punishment for possess­ ing and sharing child pornog­ raphy and working to require photo developers and com­ puter technicians to report suspected child pornography. •Legislation to keep ha­ bitual drunk drivers off our roads. The bill allows for con­ sideration of DWI convictions more than ten years old to determine if someone is a ha­ bitual impaired driver. Right now, convictions older than ten years are not considered. This common-sense change received unanimous support and is now being considered by the House. I have a special concern with abuse of alcohol especially for young people. My bill outlawing the sale of alcohol inhalers SB 105 is awaiting action in the House. •Passed legislation for unemployed North Carolina workers to receive back bene­ fits for the required one-week waiting period. Under current law, individuals must wait one week after filing to begin receiving benefits, and they receive no payment for this waiting period week. The leg­ islation passed by the Senate allows for a pick-up payment for the waiting period week for eligible individuals after the fifth week. I strongly supported this legislation be­ cause we should stop penaliz­ ing individuals who lost their job through no fault of their own and are actively seeking other employment. Finally, we have begun work on the state budget, which was initiated by the House and sent to the Senate last week. I am committed to passing a budget that pro­ tects our priorities in educa­ tion, economic development and healthcare; invests in our state's future; and is fiscally responsible. I will keep you updated as the budget moves forward. I have been hearing from constituents in the 45th Dis­ trict and invite everyone to share concerns and sugges­ tions. My desire is to rep­ resent your interests in the State legislature to the best of my ability, and I need your help. Please email me at steveg@ncleg.net or call me at (919) 733 5742. Memorial Day travel to be down, AAA says Gasoline prices in the Carolinas are keeping some motorists off the highway this Memorial Day weekend and forcing an increase in air travel, despite a 10 percent increase in airfares, accord­ ing to AAA Carolinas. After three consecutive years of higher gas prices for Memorial Day travel, 806,000 North Carolina motorists and 395,000 from South Carolina are expected to drive this weekend, a decrease of less than one percent from last year at this time. Gasoline prices in North Carolina have jumped 37 cents since last year to $3.14 a gallon for Memorial Day travel, just five cents be­ low the state's highest price per gallon recorded Sept. 4, 2005, following Hurricane Katrina. Average prices the Greensboro-Winston-SalemHigh Point area tied the re­ cord high on Tuesday, hitting $3.13 per gallon of unleaded regular. South Carolina fares bet­ ter, with a statewide high of $3 per gallon, up 36 cents since last year but 15 cents below thestate record reached Sept. 5, 2005. However, air travel will reach a record high, despite a 10 percent increase in ticket prices. More than 107,500 North Carolinians and about 52,700 South Carolinians are expected to fly over the holi­ day, an increase of 3.4 percent over last year. "Higher fuel costs have driven air fares higher this year," said David E. Parsons, president and CEO of AAA Carolinas. "Vacationers who would have driven are opting to fly instead, despite the fact they can expect bigger crowds at airports this weekend and all summer long." Hotels and Rental Cars South Carolina's most ex­ pensive gas price averages are in Greenville and Myrtle Beach at $3.01 per gallon for self-serve unleaded. The least expensive is in Spartanburg at $2.95. North Carolina's highest average is in Asheville at $3.17; the lowest is in Wilm­ ington at $3.08. Travelers will find higher hotel rates to go with higher gas prices, airfares and rental car rates according to Sarah Henshall, vice president of travel for AAA Carolinas. Road Safety Tips Highway deaths decreased last year in South Carolina from 13 in 2005 to 11 in 2006. In North Carolina, 20 died over Memorial Day weekend 2006, down from 28 in 2005. On any highway trip, AAA recommends at least a 15minute break from driving every 150 miles or two hours. Motorists should also wear their seat belt, should not tailgate, and should show pa­ tience in heavy traffic. "Making the drive part of the vacation can help keep your blood pressure down," said Parsons. "Let the vaca­ tion begin as soon as you pull out of the driveway." This year, motorists will not encdunter any construc­ tion on major highways in South Carolina, which re­ quires contractors to keep traffic lanes open on major travel weekends. In North Carolina, no construction on major highways is planned. Cutting Costs Cost-conscious travelers can go to www.aaa.com/fuelfinder to find the cheapest gas prices in a 3-, 5- or 10-mile radius of their choosing, ob­ tained from credit card trans­ action at more than 85,000 individual stations through­ out the United States. Motorists can budget esti­ mated gas costs by going to www.fuelcostcalculator.com, entering their origin, destina­ tion, make and model of their vehicle and get an estimated gasoline cost for a round trip. Nationwide, holiday auto travelers will find gas prices currently averaging $3.20 for a gallon of self-serve regular gasoline—up 33 cents from taking a scenic drive, avoid tinue to see increased inter­ last year and $1.08 per gal­ two-lane roads with lots of est in summer travel, espe­ lon more than Memorial Day stop signs and traffic signals. cially to Europe, Henshall 2005. •Use cruise control when­ said. "Europe is huge," she To minimize gasoline us­ ever possible to maintain said, adding that the most age, AAA recommends the steady speeds for the best popular destinations for Car­ following conservation tips: fuel economy. olinas travelers are Italy and •Cool the pedal. Speeding •Air conditioning dramat­ Ireland. Caribbean travel is at 75 miles per hour instead ically reduces fuel economy, flat, she said, which can mean of a safer 65 means your gas so use it only when needed. good deals on tropical travel. mileage is cut by 10 percent Try to make do with your AJ New laws requiring passports for every extra 5 miles per C's "economy" setting, which for air and land travel to the hour over 65. allows the circulation of un- Caribbean and Mexico have •Let your car breathe. A chilled air. had an impact, she said. clogged air filter can cut mile­ Summer Travel Cruise sales for AAA trav­ age by 10 percent; a faulty Refineries are expected to el agencies are up about 5 oxygen sensor by up to 40 increase production in early percent, with the Caribbean, percent. June, driving gas prices down Alaska and Europe the most •Take the junk out of the slightly in time for the start popular destinations. Prices trunk. Having an extra 100 of summer travel season. in the cruise market are com­ pounds in the trunk can cut As in past years, Florida es­ parable to last summer, with fuel economy by about 1 per­ pecially the Orlando-area some even lower, Henshall cent. theme parks remains a choice said. An affiliate of the Ameri­ •Check the pressure. For destination for Carolinians every three pounds below with about half of vacationers can Automobile Association, your tires' recommended choosing to drive, said Sarah AAA Carolinas is a notpressure, fuel economy drops Henshall, vice president of for-profit organization that serves more than 1.6 million travel for AAA Carolinas. about 1 percent. •Start your trip early Drive vacations to nation­ members with travel, auto­ while traffic is light and plan al parks, especially those in mobile and insulrance ser­ meal stops along the way to western states, wiJJ increase vices while being ah advocate for the safety and Security of coincide with likely periods in popularity. Henshall said. AAA's travel agents con­ all travelers. of congestion. Unless you're REFIU YOUR TANK & SAVE! '05 Nissan Sentra <•(*!., onto, oif, a»M, 4 iyl.. ante Foci wnwty, imtao. Ife, AM/FM and CO, ammi. 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It is this evening that the senior class of Ashe County High School will graduate. For many of the students who will get their diplomas tonight, this milestone was achieved with 18 years of loving care and support from their parents. Some, how­ ever, have had to overcome unimaginable challenges in getting this far. Our county has the extremes of good and bad in family life, with most children growing up somewhere in between. Tonight will be the last time this class—some of whose members have known each other since kindergar­ ten—is together. As previous Thanks for support classes have found out, "you can't go home." In spite of all the pledges of always being friends, the many aspects of adult life—moving, col­ lege, jobs, marriage and chil­ dren—will make it harder for these relationships to continue. But some will make it and last lifetimes. There is no question, however, that the Class of 2007 is about to head off in many directions. Some are already raising families and working, and others will join the workforce after tonight. Some will head to college or university, and others into the military. Wherever they go, we wish them well in all their endeavors. May their dreams be big—and be ful­ filled! To the Editor: The Second Annual Ask-aLawyer Day, which was held on Saturday, April 28, 2007, at the Ashe County Arts Cen­ ter, was extremely successful. Forty-seven Ashe County at­ tendees received FREE advice on a myriad of topics from lo­ cal and regional lawyers. An enormous thank you to the following lawyers for do­ nating their time and exper­ tise: John Kilby, David Jolly, Charlotte Blake, Four Eggers, and Denise Lockett. A special note of appreciation is extend­ ed to Tracie and Jonathan Jordan, for their willingness to sponsor this event for the past two years. And, last but not least, thanks is given to Ashe Coun­ ty's area newspapers and ra­ dio station - without their public announcements, many would not have known about the free event. The law firm of Jordan & Jordan hope to make this an annual event. Wright must go The Jefferson Post adds its voice to those demanding that Rep. Thomas Wright, D-New Hanover, resign immediately—and be forced out if he will not. The case against Wright is ably made by John Hood on this page. It is clear he is unfit for public service. At a time when House Speaker Joe Hackney says he is try­ ing to rebuild the image of a chamber badly tarnished by the "politics for sale" actions of his crooked predecessor, it is imperative that Wright go. As for Hackney himself, he needs to say just that—in unequivocal terms. A tide of reform has risen in Raleigh, and it is badly needed. This has come from the grassroots, and has shaken the powers that be to their foundations. As this process continues, there will be more disclosures of how corrupt "business as usual" has been in this state. We applaud these efforts, and hope that the tide will sweep bums like Thomas Wright from public office. Jefferson Member: (USPS 441-810) N.C. Press Association Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery. $30 91 pius $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Classifieds Manager Receptionist/Data Input Customer Service Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Graphic Arts Director Graphic Artist/Webmaster Linda Burchette • • Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Geraldine Hartzog Sandra Osborne Heather Lewis Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Deb Holder-Caine Kelly Elliott UVEIN FREEDOM, EVEPT cw SHOULD BE MEMORIAL Cfly 'iiO* Th : Letters to the Editor This dedication was evident in the organized and coordi­ nated response to the tragic event that occurred at Ashe Lake last week. Volunteer and career emergency services personnel Kitty Lawrence from across the county and Coordinator other areas of the state came together in a team effort, dis­ playing a commendable level of communication and coop­ eration. Our local emergency services organizations, to in­ clude law enforcement, res­ cue, fire and EMS personnel, To the Editor: are the community's FIRST Ashe County is fortunate line of response, regardless of to have a dedicated group of the event. Community protec­ professionals, both volunteer tion and well-being depends and career, that are dedicated on the experience, expertise to serving the community. Dedicated people and tenure of local emer­ gency service providers. Our volunteer responders deserve an extra thank you for their commitment to sacrificing their time to undergo many hours of training to become proficient in responding to these incidents. Having emer­ gency services personnel that actually care and take pride in their department and the job they are doing makes a tremendous difference in the quality of response within the community. Agencies involved in the Ashe Lake incident were: Ashe County Sheriffs Of­ fice, Ashe County Rescue Squad, Alleghany Rescue Squad Dive Team, Blue Ridge Medical Transport, Warrensville VFRD Dive Team and Fire Department members, Fleetwood VFRD, New River Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, RALEIGH—Thomas Wright is a longtime Demo­ cratic state representative from Wilmington. He was a close ally of disgraced former Speaker Jim Black, once of the State House, soon to be of the Big House. While the symbol of Black's corruption has come to be the image of him offer­ ing a bribe at the IHOP for a Republican lawmaker to flipflop, Wright's impending fall from grace might well come to be symbolized by the alle­ gation, revealed May 15 dur­ ing a state board of elections hearing, that Wright used campaign funds to pay about $550 in bills from Victoria's Secret. I hereby swear not to make any cracks about undercover investigations, sagging po­ litical fortunes, or airing dirty linens in public. I will not speculate about what still remains under wraps. I will not urge legislative panels or prosecutors to get to the bot­ tom of this. Just not going to do it. Rep. Wright's behavior re­ vealed his firm support - okay, now, self, you stop that! - for the concept that "campaign spending" encompasses a wide variety of things. In total, said elections-board investigator Kim Strach, Wright spent as All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. Patty McMeans Emergency Management Coordinator of innocence" and "letting the ticulars than anyone thought. $220,000 process play out." While not And the bad news isn't over yet, with the upcoming sen­ of cam- going as far as I would have liked, Hackney indicated that tencing of Jim Black and ex­ P a i g n pected hearings on allegations funds for Wright's ability to serve as a House member in good stand­ of campaign irregularities by his per­ Rep. Mary McAllister. sonal use ing was in great peril. "Unless Will Wright resign to spare d u r i n g Representative Wright has some satisfactory explana­ his fellow Democrats further the past embarrassment? So far, he's six years. tion, which he certainly did not today," the speaker told saying no. But the pressure is W h i l e on. Joe Sinsheimer, the former state law reporters, "he can certainly no Democratic political consul­ a l l o w e d longer be effective here." Some are already calling tant whose careful spadework such con­ helped propel the initial in­ versions until October 2006, for Wright to resign, or for the House to begin the process of vestigations into both Black the expenditures were always and Wright, said Wright's con­ required to be disclosed. Ac­ removing him from his legisla­ tive seat. You don't have to be tinued service in the House cording to Strach, Wright criminally liable to be guilty of would constitute "a further didn't disclose them. insult to the people of North Furthermore, he took in gross malfeasance, dishonesty, and abuse of the public trust. Carolina." Wright's lawyer is roughly the same amount of probably also encouraging him campaign cash — $220,000 Perhaps Wright may at some point offer an explanation for to step aside, so as to focus on - without reporting it on his his defense in a criminal pro­ campaign-finance forms, the his campaign reporting and behavior that is not attached ceeding and to reduce the risk investigator testified. That that he'll end up making pub­ would be a crime. And Wright to a felony plea-bargain, but lic statements that will hurt appears to have carried out it is unlikely to lift up - err, sorry - either his ethics or his his case. a scheme to use false state­ This latest scandal in state ments and documents to ob­ competence. Politically, the details of government certainly has legs. tain a bank loan to purchase I hope that in describing the a building for a state-funded Wright's wrongs couldn't have story in brief, I haven't let too foundation he ran in Wilming­ come at a worse time. Hackney and his allies in the House are many details slip by. I'll make ton. every effort to keep readers Perhaps wisely, Wright took in the midst of trying to dis­ tance themselves from years abreast of the latest develop­ the Fifth at the elections-board hearing. Speaking of wisdom, of misrule by Jim Black's cor­ ments. John Hood is president of new House Speaker Joe Hack­ rupt political machine. They've made some progress so far this the John Locke Foundation ney (D-Orange) didn't simply and publisher of Carolinaemit the usual smokescreen of session. But the Wright affair seems to be worse in its par­ Journal.com. phrases about "presumption much as Contact your representatives Raleigh Washington Senate Governor Sen. Elizabeth Dole Gov. Michael F. Easley 555 Dirksen Senate Office Building Office of the Governor Washington, DC 20510 20301 Mail Service Center (202) 224-6342 Raleigh, NC 27699-0301 1-800-662-7952 Sen. Richard Burr 217 Russell Senate Office Building Senate Sen. Steve Goss Phone: (202) 224-3154 1118 Legislative Building, 16 W. Jones St. House of Representatives Raleigh, NC 27601-2808 Phone: (919)733-5742 Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 VFRD, Lansing VFRD, West Jefferson VFD, Surry Coun­ ty Emergency Management Surry County Dive Team, NC Project Lifesaver w/cadaver dogs, Ashe County Emergen­ cy Management, and Ashe Memorial Hospital. For their efforts in pro­ viding valuable information about the lake, I would like to thank Mark Baugham, Joel Weaver and Henry Drane. A special thank you also goes to the local American Red Cross members who have purchased food several times this year for the responders, including last week's search operation; and to Hardee's for providing the food at a discounted rate. Latest Raleigh scandal: Not the (W) right stuff Washington, DC, NC 20510 Mailroom Department FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2007 Rep. Virginia Foxx House of Representatives 430 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 Rep. Cullie Tarleton phone: 202-225-2071 2221 Legislative Building, 16 W. Jones St. Raleigh, NC 27601-1096 919-733-7727 Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verification pur­ poses. Only the writer's name and community will be published. Letters must not be libelous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost. com. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2007 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Be cool about 'hot' summer deals, attorney general cautions by Roy Cooper N.C. Attorney General Special to the Post With the end of the school year approaching and temper­ atures rising, many North Car­ olina families are beginning to plan their summer vacation. Whether it's rafting and hik­ ing in our mountains or fun in the sun along our coast, North Carolina offers many incred­ ible vacation destinations. In fact, the state we call home is a year round top tourist desti­ nation drawing 50 million visi­ tors and $13 billion to our state each year. Whether you choose to va­ cation near home or far away, keep the following tips in mind when you make your summer travel plans. Planning on renting a place in the mountains or at the beach? North Carolina's Vacation Rental Act protects consumers who rent a vaca­ tion property for fewer than 90 days. Under the law, the land­ lord must give you a written rental agreement that spells out: • Your rights and obli­ gations as a tenant; including payment • The rights and obli­ gations of the landlord and/or real estate brokers • The amount of secu­ rity deposit required and how the deposit will be held • Any additional fees required to rent the property Once you sign a vacation rental agreement, you and the landlord agree to abide by its terms. Landlords are required by law to keep the property safe and habitable. So what happens if your vacation gets cut short by the threat of a hurricane or forest fire? Your landlord may offer you insurance on your vacation rental, which would cover the cost of any nights you miss due to a mandatory evacuation. If you're ordered to evacuate and you were not given a chance to purchase insurance, the land­ lord is required to refund your money for each night you can't stay at the rental property. But if you're offered rental in­ surance and don't take it, then the owner isn't required to re­ fund your money in case of a mandatory evacuation. If you rented the property through a real estate company and have a complaint or ques­ tion, contact the North Caro­ lina Real Estate Commission at (919) 875-3700. If you are thinking about renting a va­ cation home out of state, it's a good idea to contact that state's Attorney General's Of­ fice to learn about your rights there as a consumer. You've probably gotten a fax, phone call, or email offer­ ing an incredible price for what sounds like a dream vacation, or been offered a "free vaca­ tion" if you join a travel club. What these advertisements and offers don't reveal is that these packages usually involve added fees or require you to take an unwanted timeshare tour. And in many cases trav­ elers arrive at their destination to discover that the accommo­ dations aren't quite what was promised. In fact, you may even be nickeled and dimed with extra charges like a bed fee, meals fee, or even paying for your linens and towels. A vacation isn't free if you have to pay for something to get it, and offers that seem too good to be true almost always are. Before you decide on a package or club offer be sure the terms of the agreement are to your liking. Don't feel like you have to agree on the spot to high pressure sales tactics (for example, an offer that is only available for one day). Fi­ nally, be sure to check and see if the offer includes any sort of refund policy in case the com­ pany goes belly up. No matter how or where you book your vacation, con­ sider paying with a credit card instead of cash to improve your odds of getting a refund if the company goes out of business. Also, be sure to read all con­ tracts carefully before signing. Make sure verbal promises are put in writing and keep good records so if a problem arises it can be resolved quickly. If your travel deal involves a third party such as an online travel agency who is supposed to issue you a coupon, verify that the participating company (hotel, cruise ship, airline) is in fact a partner of the company and will honor the coupon. To check for complaints against a specific travel agent, travel package company or landlord or to file a complaint, you can always call my con­ sumer protection office toll-free at 1-877-5-NO-SCAM. And if you take a vacation this sum­ mer, I hope you have a wonder­ ful and safe time. Attorney General Roy Coo­ per and his staff never take a break from helping consum­ ers. We're here to be of service when you need us, but through consumer education efforts like these columns we hope to help North Carolinians avoid prob­ lems from the start. Soldier Jefferson takes another look at Eller land zoning by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Jefferson Aldermen will once again vote on the issue of rezoning the Eller prop­ erty during a public hearing scheduled at their Tuesday, May 29 meeting. The meeting begins at town hall at 7 p.m., resched­ uled from its normal fourth Monday because of the ob­ servance of Memorial Day. Public hearings are held at the beginning of the meet­ ing. The aldermen will vote on a recommendation from the planning board which met earlier this month. Jefferson Planning Board members on May 11 once again denied recommending rezoning the Eller property next to the county courthouse from resi­ dential to highway commer­ cial. The county has twice re­ quested the town rezone sev­ eral lots behind the planned 158-bed jail in order to cre­ ate more room for the facility and parking, but the plan­ ning board and aldermen de­ fer to nearby residents who demand the zoning remain residential in order to pro­ tect their property values. The biggest problem with construction of the planned law enforcement center and jail is the need for additional parking. The facility itself will take some of the existing spaces, some of which will be replaced by constructing parking behind the agricul­ tural services center. and then that he had been killed. Efforts were made by Burkett's father and his wife to locate him, but they could find no information. The file was closed in 1951 and Dora Burkett received a letter say­ ing that because her husband could not be found, it was determined that his remains were unrecoverable. But Dora never gave up hope, and had she lived to this day, would have seen that hope confirmed, thanks to these remarkable Germans who want to help families re­ cover the past. Groups continued from front page shell fragments buried in the forest. Along with the shell fragments, they discovered bones and a complete set of dog tags with the name and serial number clearly visible. Stefan Reuter is a close con­ tact of the 90th Division As­ sociation which helped locate the Burkett family in Jeffer­ son. In the German newspaper, an opinion piece by Editor Harald Knitter commented that the places where these soldiers are found are not re­ vealed to the public in order to protect them and those still missing. He praises those "ex­ emplary people with their metal detectors, who instant­ ly reported their discovery at Dillingen" and condemns those without respect for the dead who "are not more than grave robbers on former bat­ tlefields." Stefan Reuter said the Burkett family was first noti­ fied he was missing in action Theatre One ||Pirates o! the Carribean;|| At World's End E1E1G1G EJEIC IG1G1G1C continued from front page artillery. There were some live bits of artillery around Lawrence's remains so this had to first be carefully re­ moved by a special group. The remains were reported to American authorities who checked it against the list of missing and killed in action. Lawrence Burkett was listed on both since his death was witnessed but he was never recovered. Bill said the Army went to Germany to recover his father's remains through the Joint POW/MIA Accounting Command. The first call to the family went to Charles Burkett, a cousin, and then Bill's son and Lawrence's grandson, Michael Burkett got a call. He contacted his father who was working in Boone that day and gave him the number to call. When asked what he felt upon hearing the news, Bill said, "I don't even remember." He has been through so much emotion and difficulty with the details since last summer it's hard to put it all together. He's kept a book with records of the correspondence."I guess my first thought was some­ body is trying to pull a scam on you," he said of that initial reaction. "And after talking to several people, I thought, this sounds like it's true." Sisters Gladys and Kathy said they were shocked. "When they called and told me, it was unreal. Unbeliev­ able," said Gladys. "It was a dream. Felt like you were dreaming," Kathy said. "I remember the Army coming to tell us about him being killed. I remember they may have come twice because we were out playing, and Mom said come here, we've got company." "I remember them bring­ ing a telegram that day," said Gladys. "I don't think Mamma ever really gave up, that she never thought he wouldn't come back." Their mother died in 1994, and the family has kept a place beside her for the hus­ band she will finally be re­ united with. The proof of who he was came through special mito­ chondrial, or mtDNA, test­ ing from his mother's family. Bill said because there was no DNA testing 63 years ago, this was a special kind of test from samples provided through the mother's line, usually from a female such as mother, sister, or in this case, a niece and a nephew. The samples were sent to an Air Force forensic lab in Ha­ waii last September with con­ clusive results announced in March. Last week, the family met with Paul Bethke, mortu­ ary affairs specialist with the U.S. Army Human Resources Command Past Conflict Re­ patriations Branch in Alexan­ dria, Va. He provided all the details they needed to know about the process of discovery and recovery, and the Army's role in the military funeral to be provided. 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Military honors will be provided by the U.S. Army, with perhaps a detail from Fort Bragg, along with the local VFW and DAV organi­ zations. Flowers will be ac­ cepted, or memorials can be made to the Friendship Bap­ tist Church Cemetery or to Gideons International. Lawrence Burkett leaves behind three children, seven grandchildren, seven great grandchildren and one greatgreat grandson. "I remember him," Kathy said of her father as she got a faraway look in her eyes, recalling details of her child­ hood. "I never forgot what he said to us when he left. He said, now you all better mind your mamma and take care of my boy. I remember that just as plain as day. And we did." PG >G1G\G1G1C May 25-31, 2007 Call (He lellmon Pod today at 846-1764 Yes You Can FREE CHECKING WITH FREE FOLDING TRAVEL CHAIR West Jefferson 1055 Mt. Jefferson Road 246-9700 Northwestern Bank www.NwesternBank.com Member FDIC A NIGHT TO REMEMBER. ... January 19, 2005 will always he a night to remember for me. At 11:15PM I was having the symptoms of a heart attack. I quickly went to Ashe Memorial ER because 1 have confidence in both the hospital and the staff. You never know how important your local hospital is until you need it - especially in an emergency. Words will never be able to express my thanks and appreciation to all of the ER staff that cared for me that night. 1 honestly do not believe you could get better care from any other facility. 1 also was pleasantly surprised at 1:30 AM on that cold and blustery night to see my family physician, Dr. Chan Badger, arrive to assist the ER staff with my diagnosis and care. 1 am glad that I have my family physician located in Ashe County and that I made Ashe Memorial my Hospital of Choice. My continued care and improvement has been provided by the knowledgeable and supportive staff of Mountain Hearts Center for Prevention and Wellness. You don 7 have to suffer a heart attack to benefit from their excellent services. Begin a fitness program now! Call the staff at Mountain Hearts Center to get started - 846-0744. I strongly encourage everyone to: 1) Use your local health care providers and hospital. 2) Know the symptoms of a heart attack and get to the hospital right away. ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL 200 Hospital Avenue, Jefferson, NC 336-846-7101 www.ashememorial.org �PAGE 6A FRIDAY, MAY 25,2007 JEFFERSON POST Kristcn LaColc ^lltdgc Danielle MaRie Calhoun We aRe so pnoud op you and youR accomphshmems. Keep Jesus in youR heaRT and he will open many dooRs. LOTS op Love, Pop pop, Mamaw, Sandy, all youR Uncles, Awns & Cousins Daoid Hndrcm Qm te ane so pttoud op ^ you. All youK band 3-^ wonk paid opp. May Go<3 m bless you in eveny way. Eg Conquajulaiions. lg Love, Mom, Glen, Many Jane, Nna & G nanny IS We • jfason tec ^Idrcth • l am so veRy pRoud % | op you. May all youR dneams come . TRue m The puTURe. 1 g love you veRy much. L Love, Mom CongRaTulaTions! We aRe pRoud op all op i youR accomphshmems, and op The ThoughTpul, caning, young woman you have become. Good luck TO OUR special gRaduare! We love you, MOOJ, Dad, LAURA and Philip CongRaTularions! You have always wonked veRy haRd and we admine youR eppoms and love you so much, Mom & Dad You pinally did IT ! Woo-boo! We aRe so pRoud op you. Good job. Love, Mom, Dad, Sandna & Narhan We'Re so pRoud op you. RemembeR dReams do come TRue. We Love you, Delia & Ashley We ane veny pRoud op you and all op youR accomphshmems. YOUR haRd woRk and sacRipice has paid opp poR you. You have pilled OUR lives wnh so much Love & joy. May you be successpul aT WesreRn CaRohna UmveRsiry as you weRe in school. God Bless You. Love you, Dad, Mom & TATA We aue veny pnoud op you, We aue always wub you. Go Wesreun Cauohna Uncle Geouge & Tia Mama CongRamlaTions Wishing you The feesT on The nesr op youK hpe. We knew you could do IT. S Abuela Cbano & Nelson t We aRe veRy pnoud op you! Love You Always: Mom, Kandi, PJ, Nana, Paw, Sebnina, Junion, Paul & Fannen iiP f; ilMi You have gROwn inw such a wondeRpul young woman. We aRe veRy pRoud op you and love you wnh all op OUR heaRTS. Love, Mom & Dad, David JR ., Jamison & Marr BRandy, I am so pRoud op you and youR accomphshmems. I love you so much, and The besT op luck TO you in . The pUTURe. Diploma Samamha Austin phipps Jusnn, I can'T believe you'Re aUeady QRaduanng. I hope all youR dReams come TRue. Always keep God piRST and you will be TRuly blessed. CongRors! �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MAY 25,2007 Mandy, You make my heam swell wnh prude. ConqRaruLarions on youR ASU pull Ride! Rememketi wheneveR you may go I will always love you so. The Road you rnavel may he a biT Tough Always RememheR... n N ^ j(H Keep Looking Up . /#] Keep looking up jPM Towand Heaven's lighr, * j Keep looking up, jKjl Behold The gnear sigh... ' jfl Fnom above, looking down on you... God will show you His endumng love! 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GRandma Jean A GRandpa : B.J., We aRe so pRoud op you poR making one op lipe's gnear accomphshmenrs. May all youR goals m lipe be pulpilled or ITS fullness. Always keep The Lond in youR heaRT and He will always walk beside you and see you THROU^H lipe. We love you so twucb, op you & Love you so much. May I God bLess you. I GRandma Jean & Qw Mama, Dad A BRorheR Kevin GRandpa 4 4 4 4 4 4 CQincbargcr Tina, CongRoruloTions. The yeaRS have passed so Quickly. IT'S haRd TO believe IT'S Time poR you TO gRaduare. We aRe veRy pRoud op you, You have bnoughr us much joy and happiness. We will always cheRish The pRecious memoRies Thnough The yeaRS. May God bless, keep and guide you in eveRyThmq you do. You aRe a wondeRpul blessing TO OUR pamily and a gipr pRom God. Wonds can'T expRess how much you mean TO US. Rememben we will always be Theue poR you. We love you veRy oruch: Mom, KeiTh, Tnavis, Papaw A Mamaw SheeTS, Tony A Kendna SaRah, OUR LITTLC ginl has QROwn up uno a beaunpul young woman and we couldn'T be moRe pRoud. You'LL always he Daddy's BUTTOII A Mommy's PooTsnick!! Love, Mom A Dad Congratulations CLASS OF 2007 , Matthcm (Outers We aRe veRy pRoud op you poR whar you have accomplished. You have < gRown imo a wondenpul son, gnandson and ChniSTian. Love, Mom, Dad, Nana, Mamaw A LeRoy PAGE 7A �PAGE 8A FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2007 JEFFERSON POST ELIGION R Religion news from around the world NASHVILLE, Tenn. <BP)» A new draft bill before a com­ mittee of Pakistan's National Assembly would require men who leave Islam to be put to death. Women convicted of "apostasy" would be sentenced to life in prison. Under the Apostasy Act 2006, the testimony of two adults that another person has left the Muslim religion — or a confession by the accused — is all that would be needed for conviction if the bill is ad­ opted into law. The accused would be given up to 30 days to renounce the decision and return to Islam, yet even then still could be punished by up to two years in prison. All prop­ erty belonging to an offender would be forfeited to Muslim relatives as well as custody of their children. The legislation was adopted in its first reading before the parliament but tabled by the six-party Islamic alliance, the Muttahida Majlis-i-Amal, ac­ cording to Joseph K. Grieboski, president of the Institute on Religion and Public Policy. "This legislation is a clear demonstration that funda­ mental freedoms are of no im­ portance to the National As­ sembly of Pakistan," Grieboski said. "Passage of this bill would usher in a new age of religious bigotry in a country that prides itself on being a strong and committed ally in combating global terrorism. Laws such as this would only serve to engender further ex­ tremist behavior." RADIO OUTREACH FO- Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA Pastor George Norris 246-2979 220 l.ytu h Colvard Rd.. Jefferson, NC Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. CUSES ON AMAZON NO­ MADS -- An isolated, nomadic people living along the Ama­ zon River in Brazil, Colombia and Peru are now the focus of an intensified Gospel radio outreach. Christian programming in the language of the Ticuna people group went on the air a year ago, according to Jim Munger of Trans World Radio, but access to radios was lim­ ited in their remote villages. Christian radio stations in the United States set out to raise money to purchase fixedtuned, solar-powered radios developed at the global tech­ nologies center of HCJB World Radio. The new radio units were waiting to be released from customs so they could be transported to the Ticuna vil­ lages, Munger told Mission Network News. Once that is done, the Ticuna people will have much better access to the Gospel message. "There are churches among the Ticuna people, but because it's a nomadic group, in the jungle, there are a lot of iso­ lated communities," Munger said. "Radio is an ideal medi­ um for reaching these people with the Gospel." CHRISTIANS ASK IN­ DIA'S GOVERNMENT FOR PROTECTION - Daily vio­ lence against Christians in 10 states of India has prompted Christian leaders in that coun­ try to publicly appeal to the central government for pro­ tection under Indian law. The All India Christian Council Thanks again 1460 Bold Mtn. Rd.. West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service - I l:0Oain Sunday Evening Worship - 7:00pm Wcdneutrrv Evening • 7:00pm Sunday School • 9:30-10:15 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Baldmmintuinchurch.org Kmail: Baldmountain@skybest.com Sunday Evening - 6:00p.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2042 Blue Ridge Worship Center 221 Burnett St.. (Off Buck Mm. Road) Doug Frazier, Minister Sun Bible Study 10:00 a.m Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6.00 p.m. Wednesday 7 QQp.m, Bil>i>(Stttd\ 846-5615 Church Office or. 846-5616 Preacher's Residence Sunday School 9:45a.m. ,, "Aid He led them as far as to Bethany... "Join its in worship to Christ' and He Messed them" Luke24:50 Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Friendship Baptist Church Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 891 Friendship Baptist Church Kdjcfferson, NC Sunday Morning Worship 8:30AM and 11 :00AM Family Time - 9:30AM Sunday School - 10:00AM Sunday Evening Worship 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study 6:45PM Services en Espanol Sabados a las - 6:00PM Clases de ESL Servicios a las - 7:00PM "Come at you an, you will he loved" Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship & Praise 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m. Robert St. off Bore (Church) 846-9378 Warrensville Baptist Church Saturday, June Rev. David Grinnell • 982-2080 2 * Sunday, June 3 we will begin at 4:00 pm and end at 9:00 pm. Supper will be provided. ' Monday, June 4 and Tuesday, June 5 we will begin at 6:00 pm and end at 9:00 pm. Supper to be provide at 6:00 pm. 1 Wednesday, June 6 we will begin commencement at 6:00 pm and end with refreshments for everyone. Transportation will be provided and anyone needing transportation can call 384-3044. Leave name and number on the answering machine if no one answers. HOPE TO SEE l/OU THERE! COME & BRING A FRIEND! Cornerstone Fellowship Barnctt St. • West Jefferson 846-3954 Non-Denominational Casual & Contemporary Saturday Night 7:00p.m. Sunday Morning Breakfast TO:30a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Healing Springs Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh 9178 Old Hwy. 16 • Crumpler, NC Big Flatts Baptist Church Fleetwood, NC Pastor, Chris Cox Beaver Creek Christian Church Pastor Douglas Hardin •'877-9075 1549 Hwy. 194 South • Todd(I mi. off Hwy 221) SUNDAY • Sunday School 10:00AM Worship 11 :OOAM and 6:00PM MONDAY - Community Care 6:OOPM tl'rayer A (hitrca-.li) WEDNESDAY- Family Night 7 00PM iAll ages) tMissions Ministry. Van Ministry. Teen rime) "A Chureh Jocused - on faith, family A the future" Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Jim Dawes, Minister Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00a.m. Evening Sen ice 6:30 p.m. Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church Pastor Sean Hrigman 246-9031 Deep Ford Rd., Lansing Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Worship attU:.QO-a.in. i/t • ••• > Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00p.m. Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00 p.m. Friendly Grove Baptist Church Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7:00 p.m. "J Life Worth Living!" t Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Jefferson United Methodist Church Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor 115 East Main St., Jefferson, NC Rev. Keith Casey 1957 US Hwy 221 N. Jefferson, NC (336) 246-4764 (336) 246-9512 Sunday School - 10:00A.M. Sutulay Morning Worship Service-11:00A.M. Wt invite >/>u to join us for a Cunt centered, family wonhippii/g experience. Church: 982-9210* Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience. We would love to have you come worship with us. Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church Mt. Paddy Church North Beaver Baptist Parish of the Holy Communion Pastor: Tim Roten "Loves you and wants you (Episcopalian) Billy Robinson - Pastor & Worship Times: to fellowship with us every Sunday!" Holy Trinity Church Sunday School - 9:30 A.M. Hwy. 163 West Jefferson Pastor Rick Miller Glendale Springs Adult Sunday School - 9:30 AM Worship -10:30 A.M. Childrens Sunday School -10:00 AM Sunday Preaching Service • 6:00 P.M. Sunday Evening Worship Senice - 7:00P.M. Wednesday Evening Senice - 7:00P.M. Worship • 11:00 AM Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study • 7:00 P.M Sunday School • 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship • 11:00 a.m. 846-7481 We have a nursery anil children churches available Wednesdax Prayer Service * 7:00 p.m. Warrensville United Methodist Church 9:00 a.m. Early Worship 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages 11:00 a.m. - Format Worship Service Smethport Independant Baptist Church Main & Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass - 9:00 AM Saturday Evening Mass • 5:00CM English & 7:00I-m Spanish Weekday Morn. Mass - Call for limes 194 and 88 West. Smethport. NC Sunday School 9:45 a.m. • Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Night Sendees 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m. Missions Building by Faith Promise Pastor James T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 192 Church Street 336-384-3391 9:45 a m. Sunday • Sunday School 11:00 a.m Staulav • Worship Service 6:30 p.m. Sunday • Sunday Nigltr Service 6:00 p.m. Monday • T.E.A.M. 10:00 a.m. Tueulay • Joy in the Morning 7:00 p.m. Wednesday » Praver Meeting Seventh-Day Adventist Church of Warrensvillc Pastor: Kevin Morgan 7/j' 336-667-6092 10:00 a.m. [Wielcome Home Baptist Church "1 St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh - Wednesday, June 6 • Kickoff, Saturday morning, June 2 at 10:30 am with opening assembly and end with a VBS field day after serving lunch. Sunday School - 9:00 turn. Sunday Worship Services • 10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Sen-ices • 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Senice - 7:00 p.m. Nursery ptvvided for all sendees Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL Baldwin Community Church c four years in prison and three years of house arrest, accord­ ing to Elizabeth Kendal of the Religious Liberty Commission of the World Evangelical Alli­ ance. COME ONE. COME ALL! for everyone's Church of Christ at West Jefferson Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs Sunday School - 10:00 am Sunday Worship Sen-ice 11:00 am A 6:00 pin to protect human rights. On May 11, Dai, 38, was sentenced to five years im­ prisonment, followed by four years of house arrest and Nhan, 28, was sentenced to tremendous support. Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman Corner of Faw-Rnlaiut A McNeil Sts • Jefferson (88 West • Left on McNeil. One Block) any form of violence, he said. Discrimination against peo­ ple in castes formerly known as "untouchables" is banned, but prejudice and abuse con­ tinues. The majority of Chris­ tians in north India are mem­ bers of backward castes, so their oppression is multiplied because of religious hatreds. VIETNAM CONVICTS HUMAN RIGHTS LAWYER - A court in Vietnam has sentenced Christian religious liberty advocate Nguyen Van Dai and his colleague, Le Thi Cong Nhan, to prison terms for "conducting propaganda activities to harm the security of state." Dai is one of only a few hu­ man rights lawyers practicing in Vietnam and has been the primary legal defender for the country's Protestant church­ es. He and his partner had trained Vietnamese students Ashe Shrine Club would like to thank the people of Ashe and surrounding counties for their support in the paper drive and onion sales. This was by far the greatest year ever! A question asked recently, "What is a Shriner?" We raise money for burned and crippled children. Bald Mtn. Baptist Church Assembly of God Church 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Bethany United Methodist Church 336-877-2801 495 Highway 194 South Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday Worship 11.00 «,m. has written a letter to Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, asking him to intervene on be­ half of Christian members of the "backward castes." Pastors are being beaten by mobs and women are being raped, AICC President Joseph D'souza said. "'Hindutva* ex­ tremists are running a series of planned attacks against the Christian community for over a year now," he told Mission Network News. Extremist Hindu leaders had encouraged the violence, but government officials had not responded, "much less to caution them of punishment under the law of the land," he said. Sexual violence against Christian women is especially bad in Orissa and Madhya Pradesh states, D'souza said. Despite the attacks, the Chris­ tian community has never re­ taliated or taken recourse to Saturday Services: Bible School -10:00 AM Sabbath Worship-11:15AM Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Phone - 982-3076 West Jefferson United Methodist Church Offc« Photic Jj6-W2-W/0 • Her. Lonnit Jam • Pastor Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Sunday School • 10:U0AM Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM Sunday Evenings <2nd & 4th) • 7:00PM Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday School ~ 10:00AM Worship - 9:00AM Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Sunday School • 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. Visitors become family Youth Services - Sunday • 6:00PM Children's Church and Nursery Provided Van Transportation Available We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! Pastor Home: 336-384-3188 • Cell: 336-977-1009 www.wjumc.net DIRECTORY caWfciQjy^es of Worshi HHBHHHSbe To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 Corner of Hwy. 221 6c Cherry St. RtD-A-BUC EXTERMINATING Jefferson Tfut Termite & Pest Control 246-6077 HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPPLY. INC. 141 Lyalle Lane, Jeffereon, NC (Juet off Aehe Rark Road) Open Mon-Fri • 7am-5pm 336-952-9821 Sears 246-7131 203 East 1" Street4 West Jefferson, NC Convenient 7 Days A Week 246-4222 Mountain Aire PO Box 972 • West Jefferson, NC 336-246-6482 Fax; 246-6402 Or Pepper Bottling Company West Jefferson 246-4591 "Complete Line of Building Supplies" 336-246-3367 Compliments of Seafood & VANNOY & SONS SteaMwuse Weekly Specialties VANNOY Hwy 16 & 163 Intersection _ CONSTRUCTION t on* r nuti I O N .C. • 336-982-3060 Glendale Springs, N COMPANY 502 Jefferson Ave. • 336-246-8806 Jefferson, NC AH Types Dozer Work Hauling 6c Trackhoe Work Home: 336-246-HART (4278) Shop: 336-846-7025 Auto Express Kwik Lube, Inc. Owner/Manager • David Miller ! 608 W. Main Street •Jefferson. NC •246-5945 We Offer LP Gas • Gas Heaters Fire Logs • Cooking Equipment Call Pete at 246-7039 Serving Ashe County for over 20 W»ars HftW Oil Company 24-HOUR BURNER 8ERVICE |WM MM mi Mm Call 846-8241 aS&soBEssSzzs: Asm COUNTY CHEESE Hf Ovr Mountain CDedOar Clmsi ant Off trull Ctorwfl Butter 106 E. Main St. 246-2501 200 Hospital Ave. Jefferson, NC 336-246-7101 ^739 US Hwy 221 Bus HHftr BLUERTDGE J Mmctrlc momtwmA/p corp. Mon-Sat~8:30 AM -5:30 PM Pollard Glass The Jewel Shoppe 785 East Main Street 211 Burkett Avenue West Jefferson, NC 336-846-4176 The Mountain Village Shopping Center Jefferson, NC 336-246-4155 |^J PPG Paints 3-M Products Billy Blcvins • Tommy Little 203 South Second Ave. | West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.jeffereonpost.com 336-846-7164 Fax: 336-846-7165 I ) irrnuKif West Jefferson 246-9969 Sxwm Tnurtwwaw bwvfr' ISwtms High Country Paint & Performance 1358 W. King Street • Boone 828-264-0439 or 800-452-0343 I JEFFERSON POST ivxviv.ashememorial.org Mt. Jefferson Oil DODGE • CHRYSLER • JEEP "All Prtiit Ht To God For Our Sucem" 828/ 262-3700^ Old Hwy 221 -S. Bcvcr Creek • We* Jeflcrion a WIIIMB OoxsTiiroTiox B"1U- "A'IT ooxsrarcTM Commercial and Residential Ashe County Builders Supply CARDINAL LANES Family Fun Center AfA "Church Groups Welcome" HAT Discounted Rates R^ 787 Hwy 221, West Jefferson 336-246-7077 Evenings Hwy 421- Boon*. NC 828-264-0051 www.mscltbrownlnc.com CD OWsmotxe •<• jb Uoo*ta Tuboia, 9nc Your Local Equipment Dealer For All Your Equipment Needs 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap, NC 828-263-8464 • www.boonakubota.com y We Build Your Home V1 The Way You Want It lloMKS www.classichomes Intersection US 221 & NC 163 • 1620 NC 163-E West Jefferson, NC • 336-246-3600 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2007 COMMUNITY EVENTS Pre-K screenings underway today at the old West Jefferson Elementary School Friday May 25 •y The child fir find commit­ tee of the Ashe Local Interagency Coordinating Council is offering infant/ toddler screenings in con­ junction with Ashe County Schools' Pre-K screenings. The screenings will be held at The Early Learning Center (formerly West Jefferson Elementary School). A team of infant/toddler specialists from the Children's Developmental Service Agency of the Blue Ridge, will be available to screen children birth thru age 2. This screening will consist of a parent interview, playing and interacting with the child. The infant/toddler screenings will be available for children in the Mountain View, Westwood and blue Ridge Districts. Blue Ridge District will ONLY be for infant/toddler screenings. Family Support Network of the High Country will be avail­ able to provide information or answer questions. If you have questions or want to schedule an appointment, please call Jeanette Herman or Shawn Horton at 982-4754. 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Summit Support Services STEP Program will hold their annu­ al plant sale, along with a yard sale and craft bazaar on May 24, 25 & 26. This event will be held at the for­ mer Morning Star Cafe building in Jefferson, across from the Jefferson Post Office. Funds earned from this event will go towards the purchase of art supplies and to benefit future recreational projects. Please call 846-5678 or 846-4491 for more information. 9 a.m. - noon: The Ashe County Department of Social Services will be holding a USDA commodity distribu­ tion on Friday, May 25, 2007, in the community center at Family Central, between 9:00am and 12:00 noon. The following items will be avail­ able: Cranberry Juice, Great Northern Beans, Powdered Milk, Pears, Dehydrated Potatoes, Tomatoes, Peas, Rice, Grapefruit Juice, Peanut Butter, and Canned Pork. The regulations remain the same for certification. Tickets will be given out at the door only, for those who are in line at 8:00am. You Do Not need to bring or send your EBT card to receive commodities. Please bring boxes for food items. 5 p.m.: The Ashe County Democratic Headquarters will be open each Friday at 1 p.m. They will be serving a FREE pinto bean dinner from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. They invite everyone to come by and visit. 7 p.m.: Revival services to be held at Long Branch Baptist Church. The Rev. Lloyd Day will be the guest speaker. 7:30 p.m.: Ashe Arts Center Blue Ridge Chamber Players Chamber music featuring flute, violin, viola and cello. Tickets $8 adults, $5 students. 336-846-2787 8:30 - 9:30 p.m.: Mt. Jefferson State Park: Night On the Mountain (Star Watch). Meet at first Overlook Enjoy an eve­ ning of astronomy, animal sto­ ries and other fun night time activities including a short video about meteors. Bring a chair or a blanket so you can sit back and relax. Saturday May 26 Lansing Fire Department Music and Rubber Duck Race has been moved back to Sat. May 26, Memorial Day week­ end. Vendors are Needed! For more Information call Everett Adams 384-3456 or Shirley Farmer 384-2907. 8 a.m.: There wilt be a com­ munity yard sale in the Bina community in Lansing this Saturday from 8:00 a.m. Afternoon. Lots of items! 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Summit Support Services STEP Program will hold their annu­ al plant sale, along with a yard sale and craft bazaar on May 24, 25 & 26. This event will be held at the for­ mer Morning Star Cafe building in Jefferson, across from the Jefferson Post Office. Funds earned from this event will go towards the purchase of art supplies and to benefit future recreational projects. Please call 846-5678 or 846-4491 for more information. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Canoe Classes:This class is for peo­ ple of all ages. You will learn how to steer a canoe, the art of traveling backwards when steering doesn't work, and the skill to work with a partner no matter which way the water pushes your boat! Start at the ASU pool and travel to area lakes and rivers. Fee: $200 What is included: All paddling equipment, transportation by ASU van, lunch each day, and instruction by senior instructors from Outdoor Programs at ASU. This program is sponsored by the Office of Conferences and Institutes at ASU. Pre-registration is required. Email reddickct@appstate.edu for sign up information, or call 828-2622530. The registration deadline is Monday, May 7th. 9:30 a.m.: Blue Ridge Art Program Meeting at Ashe Library. The program is a water soluble oils demonstartion with Sally Nooney. of traveling backwards when steering doesn't work, and the skill to work with a partner no matter which way the water pushes your boat! Start at the ASU pool and travel to area lakes and rivers. Fee: $200 What is included: All paddling equipment, transportation by ASU van, lunch each day, and instruction by senior instructors from Outdoor Programs at ASU. This program is sponsored by the Office of Conferences and Institutes at ASU. Pre-registration is required. Email reddickct@appstate.edu for sign up information, or call 828-2622530. The registration deadline is Monday, May 7th. 2 p.m.: Mt. Jefferson State Park: Hike Into History. Meet at the Picnic Shelter Explore Mount Jefferson with a Ranger as participants take in the view, and learn about the storied past of the surrounding area. Participants will hike to Luther Rock as they learn about his­ toric events and the natural world. This free program is weather dependent. Please dress appropriately for hiking. 6 p.m.: Laurel Springs Baptist Church on Highway 185 will have a Gospel Singing. The featured group will be 'Heaven's Touch' Refreshments will be served following the singing. Pastor Dana Hines and con­ gregation invites everyone to come. 6:30 p.m.: Rev. Mark Wagg will be the guest speaker at Landmark Baptist Church on Sunday, May 27 at 6:30 p.m. There will be special singing by the Three Forks Baptist Church choir. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the con­ gregation invites everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek Community. Tuesday May 29 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.: PROGRAM: Developing a Farm Transition Plan .Understanding Estate Planning Tools and Tactics, Starting the Process with your Family, Managing Risk through Conservation Programs, Stories from the Farm: Real Life baked beans, roll and dessert. Family Experiences, Hands on Chicken and Ribs can be pur­ Exercises, BONUS: Individual chased either seperately or in consultations on farm tran­ sition planning will be avail­ a combo plate. Call 384-4318 or 384-4556 for more informa­ able after the workshop with Andrew Branan, attorney and tion or to place your order in head of the NC Farm Transition advance. Network, who has helped doz­ 10 a.m.: Mt Jefferson State ens of farm families across Park: Nest Quest: Meet at the Picnic Shelter. Be it a cup, the state begin this process, a gourd, a box, a tree, a rock at the Mountain Horticultural ledge, or just a depression in Crops Research & Extension the ground, birds use a vari­ Center,455 Research Drive in Fletcher, NC ety of means to raise a family FREE WORKSHOP: Lunch each year. Join a ranger on will be provided, but pre-registhe Rhododendron Trail as we tration is required. search for a variety of nests and explore some amazing P R E - R E G I S T R A T I O N To register and strategies that birds use to REQUIRED: for directions, please email feed and protect their young. Terri_Schell@ncsu.edu or call Be sure to wear sturdy shoes Terri Schell at 828-684-3562 . as we begin our trek from the FOR MORE INFORMATION, Picnic Shelter. please email Tom@landofsky. 6 p.m.: Ebenezer Community org or call Tom Elmore at 828Church would like to invite 251-6622. everyone to a 'Gospel Directions are at http://www. Singing' For more informa­ tion call Pastor Lonnie Pruitt at 336-982-2598. 7 p.m.: Revival services to be 10 a.m. - ?: Warrensvllle Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department is sponsor­ ing a Chicken and Rib BBQ dinner. Meals include slaw, ces.ncsu.edu/fletcher/ The Farm Prosperity Project is led by NC State University in partnership with Carolina Mountain Land Conservancy, Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy, American Farmland Trust, Land of Sky Regional Council, Warren Wilson College, and the Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project. Workshop support is provided by the Southern Region Risk Management Education Center, the Golden LEAF Foundation, and the National Research Initiative of the USDA Cooperative State Research, Education and Extension Service. Wednesday May 30 9 a.m.: Senior Health & Fitness Day will be held at Ashe Services for Aging. Call 846-0781 for more infor­ mation about participating. Saturday June 2 National Trails Day is Saturday, June 2nd and the Iron Mountain Trail Riders will mark the day with a trail clean up project on Forest Road 690 off of Scratch Gravel Road in Fries, VA. All trail users are invited and encouraged to participate. National Trails Day is the per­ fect opportunity to get out and volunteer for the good of trails. Volunteering is essential to the upkeep of trails in the National Forest and the Iron Mountain Trail Riders work to keep trails open and safe. All interested people are welcome to join in the effort. Volunteers will meet at the property of Tom and Gina Hagis at 781 Scratch Gravel Road in Fries, VA which is near the clean up site . Bring Gloves, nippers, a pack lunch and drinking water. This work day will be without horses. For more information go to www. ironmountaintrailriders.org or call Tom and Gina Hagis at 276-744-7363 or email at whiterose@wiredog.com. 10:30 a.m.: Vacation Bible Kickoff Saturday with opening assembly and VBS field day after lunch. 11:30 a.m.: Pork Barbecue with Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Roll, and Dessert for $6.00 at Chestnut Hill Baptist Church in Crumpler. For more info, call: 977-4593 or 9829752. 4 p.m.: Hanes/Sara Lee Employee Reunion at Ashe Park 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. Bring a Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held by the Jefferson Board of Aldermen at the Town Hall on the 29th day of May, 2007 at 7:00 pm, for the purpose of considering an amendment to the zoning ordinance. The proposed amendment is as follows: Rezone from RA-15 Low Density Residential to Highway Business the 1.91 acres owned by the County of Ashe located on Cherry Drive. important meeting. A copy of the proposed ordinance and map are on file in the Clerk's office for inspection by all interested citizens. Cathy L. Howell, Town Clerk 3:30 p.m.: A program on Indian Arrowheads and Artifacts will be presented at The Whitetop Community Center. The Wolf Hills Archaeology Society will pres­ through June 8, or until the Lord leads us. Special Sining Each Night. Brother Jamie Denny will be preaching. Everyone is welcome. 6:30 p.m.- 8:30 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Church invites you to join them in their Game Day Central Vacation Bible School, June 3-8, 6:30- 8:30 PM. Supper will be served from 5:45 - 6:20 p.m. each continued on page 10A REGAL CINEMAS A REGAL EnTe R 1 *! H HE N T q*"oUP COMPANY DIG - DIGITAL SOUND BARGAIN SHOWS INI ) * Pats / Discount Ticket Restrictions Apply REGAL 7 828-262-3800 800-FANDANGO 2541 210 New Market St Center Adv. Tlx on Ssle KNOCKED UP (R) - ID REQ'D * Adv. Thou SAMSURF'S UP (PG) * Adv. 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(500-97455) 110001016) Kennel Canopy 1100-00699).... 579.99 \ W* Pre-escola* "Providing a high quality educational experience" "Ofreciendo a los estudiantes una experiencia educativa de alta calidad" Children must be 4 yrs. by October 16th or 3yr. olds must meet exceptional children requirements. Los ninos deben de tener 4 anos cumplidos antes del 16 de Octubre o ninos de 3 anos de edad pueden ser elegibles al Programa De Ninos Excepcionales si llenan los requerimientos. Parcel Identifiers 09263001 -566 and 09263001567. The public is urged to be present for this with a Kickoff Tailgate Picnic. VBS "Game Day Central" will go through the 7th and will have classes for all ages including adults. Rev. Mace Johnson gives you an invitation to attend any and all of these events. p.m. Supper will be provided. 6 p.m.: Revival at Rock Creek Baptist Church. Scheduled Night Sining at Rock Creek Baptist Church. Everyone is Sunday May 27 Proposed Amendment to the Zoning Ordinance Town of Jefferson, NC Orion Baptist Church will have VBS beginning June 3 at Warrensvllle Baptist Church June 2 - 6. 4 p.m. - 9 covered dish to share. Anyone who ever worked their and their family are welcome to attend. For more information call: Judy Miller 982-4680, Geraldine Wood 246-3500 or Jo-Ann Pope 246-3639 7 p.m.: Regular First Saturday will be the guest speaker. NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Baptist Church of Glendale Springs invites you to join us on Sunday, June 3rd for a special worship service and a great opportunity to explore Southeastern Free Will Baptist College of Wendell, NC. Southeastern's purpose is to prepare students for a vari­ ety of church related ministries such as pastors, associate pas­ tors, evangelists, missionar­ ies, Christian school teachers, youth pastors, church musi­ cians, and Christian business professionals. The Majesty Trio will be in concert during the morning worship, and college representatives will be on hand to talk to you and provide infor­ mation. The church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd., just across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. For more information, call the church at (336)982-4840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743. ent the program. The public is invited to bring their finds to share or to be identified. Call Whitetop Public Library 276388-3177 for information. The program is sponsored by the Friends of the Whitetop Public Library. 4 p.m.: Vacation Bible School Meal held at Long Branch Baptist Church. The Rev. Lloyd Day ple of all ages. You will learn how to steer a canoe, the art Are you seeking a godly Christian college for your children? Calvary Free Will School at Warrensvllle Baptist Church June 2 - 6 . Schools P,^ 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Canoe Classes:This class is for peo­ Sunday June 3 For more information contact: Para mas information contactar al: 336-846-3221 or 336-246-7175 Bayer® ~ $12" Power Force Grass & Weed Killer 32 ounce concentrate Kills weeds, grass and vines - roots and all. Controls difficult-to-kill poison ivy, poison oak, and blackberry Covers up to 10,600 sq. ft. (102-03973) $4999 Polv Backpack Sprayer 4 gallon capacity. 4 position spray valve for control of pressure from 15-60 psi Right or left pump handle, adjustable nozzle and reinforced hose. (102-11201) �PAGE 10A FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Area churches plan Vacation Bible School services for coming weeks continued from page 9A through 8. Theme is Taking evening. Classes for Pre-K - 6th grade & Adults. Rev. Steve LeaShomb from Midway Baptist Church will teach the adult class. Rising 8th grad­ ers and graduating seniors will have VBS at the Baptist Campground on June 22-23. Transportation is available for both VBS's by calling Trish at 877-1506 & Cara at 846-9554. Pastor Gordon Rawls and congregation welcome you. Friendly Grove is located at 444 Buck Mtn. Road the Plunge' Everyone is invited. Call Pastor Steve Viers at 8461140 for more information. 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.: Vacation Bible School at Wagoner Baptist Church. June 3 through 8. Theme is Taking the Plunge' Everyone is invited. Call Pastor Steve Viers at 8461140 for more information. 7 p.m.: The Combs Family from Boone will sing at Temple Baptist Church. The pastor, Rev. Glenn Woodie and the congregation invite every­ one to attend. Monday June 4 Orion Baptist Church will have VBS beginning June 3 with a Kickoff Tailgate Picnic. VBS "Game Day Central" will go through the 7th and will have classes for all ages including adults. Rev. Mace Johnson gives you an invitation to attend any and all of these events. 6 p.m.: Vacation Bible School at Warrensville Baptist Church June 2 - 6. 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Supper will be provided. 6:15 p.m.: The ninth annual Ashe County Tennis Clinic will take place June 4th- 7th at the high school tennis courts and it is open for both boys and girls. For rising 3rd-8th graders the cost is $35 and the clinic will run from 5-6pm. For rising 9th-12th graders the cost is $50 and will run from 6:15-8:00pm. You may register on June 4 at the tennis courts or call Vickie Herman or Logan Freeman at the high school, 246-2400. 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Church invites you to join them in their Game Day Central Vacation Bible School, June 3-8, 6:30- 8:30 PM. Supper will be served from 5:45 - 6:20 p.m. each evening. Classes for Pre-K - 6th grade & Adults. Rev. Steve LeaShomb from Midway Baptist Church will teach the adult class. Rising 8th grad­ ers and graduating seniors will have VBS at the Baptist Campground on June 22-23. Transportation is available for both VBS's by calling Trish at 877-1506 & Cara at 846-9554. Pastor Gordon Rawls and congregation welcome you. Friendly Grove is located at 444 Buck Mtn. Road 7 p.m.: Revival at Rock Creek Baptist Church. Scheduled through June 8, or until the Lord leads us. Special Sining Each Night. Brother Jamie Denny will be preaching. Everyone is welcome. Orion Baptist Church will have VBS beginning June 3 with a Kickoff Tailgate Picnic. VBS "Game Day Central" will go through the 7th and will have classes for all ages including adults. Rev. Mace Johnson gives you an invitation to attend any and all of these events. will take place June 4th- 7th at the high school tennis courts and it is open for both boys and girls. For rising 3rd-8th graders the cost is $35 and the clinic will run from 5-6pm. For rising 9th-12th graders the cost is $50 and will run from 6:15-8:00pm. You may register on June 4 at the tennis courts or call Vickie Herman or Logan Freeman at the high school, 246-2400. 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.: Vacation Bible School at Wagoner Baptist Church. June 3 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.: Gallery the Plunge' Everyone is invited. Call Pastor Steve Viers at 8461140 for more information. Saturday June 9 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Bible School: Everyone is welcome. 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Church invites you to join them in their Game Day Central Vacation Bible School, June 3-8, 6:30- 8:30 PM. Supper will be served from 5:45 - 6:20 p.m. each evening. Classes for Pre-K - 6th grade & Adults. Rev. Steve LeaShomb from Midway Baptist Church will teach the adult class. Rising 8th grad­ ers and graduating seniors will have VBS at the Baptist Campground on June 22-23. Transportation is available for both VBS's by calling Trish at 877-1506 & Cara at 846-9554. Pastor Gordon Rawls and 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Bible School: Everyone is welcome. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Women's Prayer Retreat. The women of First Baptist Church, West Jefferson, will hold the sec­ ond annual prayer retreat. The retreat will be held at the DeBoard farm in Grassy Creek. Transportation will be provided from the church parking lot, leaving at 9:30 a.m. Bring a lawn chair and a covered dish to share for lunch. FOr more information call Joyce Mauer at 877-1074, or the church office. 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Friendship Baptist Church announces that VBS will be held Saturday June 9 with a Kickoff Game Day Central. First session will be Sunday June 10 from 9 a.m. -10 a.m..Worship A Service at 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. with a family lunch following worship. The VBS Team at Friendship invites you to attend. 5-9 p.m.: Ashe County Farmers market presents its first monthly "Nite Time on the Backstreet" event with a street festival feel and provid­ ing a venue to showcase the market's very talented local crafters. Vendor space is free and all registered market ven­ dors are invited to participate. As always, items available at the farmer's market are hand­ made or homegrown in Ashe County. Entertainment for the evening will be courtesy of the Appalachian Mountain Girls performing their old time moun­ tain music. This event will be held one Friday of each month, June through September. 7:30 p.m.: Coffee House at Jefferson Methodist Church continued on page 11A - Ashe County Tennis Clinic 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.: Vacation Bible School at Wagoner Baptist Church. June 3 through 8. Theme is Taking the Plunge' Everyone is invited. Call Pastor Steve Viers at 8461140 for more information. 6:30 p.m.- 8:30 p.m.: Friendly * jm Meadow Creek Shopping Center West Jefferson, NC 6:15 p.m.: The ninth annual Ashe County Tennis Clinic will take place June 4th- 7th at the high school tennis courts and it is open for both boys and girls. For rising 3rd-8th graders the cost is $35 and the clinic will run from 5-6pm. For rising 9th-12th graders the cost is $50 and will run from 6:15-8:00pm. You may register on June 4 at the tennis courts or call Vickie Herman or Logan Freeman at the high school, 246-2400. > High Country For Over 45 Years! begin with commencement at 6 p.m. and end with refresh­ ments for everyone. Thursday June 7 p.m. Supper will be provided. Friday June 8 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.: Vacation Bible School at Wagoner Baptist Church. June 3 through 8. Theme is Taking congregation welcome you. Friendly Grove is located at 444 Buck Mtn. Road 7 p.m.: Revival at Rock Creek Baptist Church. Scheduled through June 8, or until the Lord leads us. Special Sining Each Night. Brother Jamie Denny will be preaching. Everyone is welcome. Downtown West Jefferson gal­ leries and studios 6 p.m.: Vacation Bible School at Warrensville Baptist Church June 2 - 6. We will Tuesday June 5 6:15 p.m.: The ninth annual Ashe County Tennis Clinic 8:30 PM. Supper will be served from 5:45 - 6:20 p.m. each evening. Classes for Pre-K - 6th grade & Adults. Rev. Steve LeaShomb from Midway Baptist Church will teach the adult class. Rising 8th grad­ ers and graduating seniors will have VBS at the Baptist Campground on June 22-23. Transportation is available for both VBS's by calling Trish at 877-1506 & Cara at 846-9554. Pastor Gordon Rawls and congregation welcome you. Friendly Grove is located at 444 Buck Mtn. Road 7 p.m.: Revival at Rock Creek Baptist Church. Scheduled through June 8, or until the Lord leads us. Special Sining Each Night. Brother Jamie Denny will be preaching. Everyone is welcome. Crawl Open house at Thirteen Wednesday June 6 will take place June 4th- 7th at the high school tennis courts and it is open for both boys and girls. For rising 3rd-8th graders the cost is $35 and the clinic will run from 5-6pm. For rising 9th-12th graders the 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.: Vacation cost is $50 and will run from Bible School at Wagoner 6:15-8:00pm. You may register Baptist Church. June 3 on June 4 at the tennis courts through 8. Theme is 'Taking or call Vickie Herman or Logan the Plunge' Everyone is invited. Freeman at the high school, 246-2400. Call Pastor Steve Viers at 8461140 for more information. 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.: Vacation 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.: Friendly Bible School at Wagoner Grove Baptist Church invites Baptist Church. June 3 you to join them in their through 8. Theme is Taking Game Day Central Vacation the Plunge' Everyone is invited. Bible School, June 3-8, 6:30- Call Pastor Steve Viers at 8468:30 PM. Supper will be served 1140 for more information. from 5:45 - 6:20 p.m. each 6:30 p.m.- 8:30 p.m.: Friendly evening. Classes for Pre-K Grove Baptist Church invites - 6th grade & Adults. Rev. you to join them in their Steve LeaShomb from Midway Game Day Central Vacation Baptist Church will teach the Bible School, June 3-8, 6:30adult class. Rising 8th grad­ 8:30 PM. Supper will be served ers and graduating seniors from 5:45 - 6:20 p.m. each will have VBS at the Baptist evening. Classes for Pre-K Campground on June 22-23. - 6th grade & Adults. Rev. Transportation is available for Steve LeaShomb from Midway both VBS's by calling Trish at Baptist Church will teach the 877-1506 & Cara at 846-9554. adult class. Rising 8th grad­ Pastor Gordon Rawls and ers and graduating seniors congregation welcome you. will have VBS at the Baptist Friendly Grove is located at Campground on June 22-23. Transportation is available for 444 Buck Mtn. Road 7 p.m.: Revival at Rock Creek both VBS's by calling Trish at Baptist Church. Scheduled 877-1506 & Cara at 846-9554. through June 8, or until the Lord Pastor Gordon Rawls and leads us. Special Sining Each congregation welcome you. Night. Brother Jamie Denny Friendly Grove is located at will be preaching. Everyone is 444 Buck Mtn. Road 7 p.m.: Revival at Rock Creek welcome. Baptist Church. Scheduled through June 8, or until the Lord leads us. Special Sining Each Night. Brother Jamie Denny Orion Baptist Church will have VBS beginning June 3 will be preaching. Everyone is with a Kickoff Tailgate Picnic. welcome. VBS "Game Day Central" will go through the 7th and will have classes for all ages including adults. Rev. Mace Orion Baptist Church will Johnson gives you an invitation have VBS beginning June 3 to attend any and all of these with a Kickoff Tailgate Picnic. VBS "Game Day Central" events. 11:30 a.m.: The National will go through the 7th and will have classes for all ages Association of Active and Retired Employees (NARFE) including adults. Rev. Mace will meet at Winners Circle. 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Tickets $8 adults; $5 stu­ dents. 336-846-2787 Sunday June 10 11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Lunch served at 1:00 p.m.: Annual Neaves Family Reunion Descendants of William Roderick "Billy" Neaves. National Guard Armory Jefferson, N.C. Bring a covered dish and a beverage and join in the fun and fellowship. Please bring any family photographs you would like to share during the reunion. All are welcome! 2 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Bible School: closing program begins at 3:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome. 4 p.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will begin VBS June 10 thru June 15. VBS kick-off will be held Sunday afternoon, June 10 at 4:00 p.m. with reg­ istration to follow. VBS will run June 11 thru June 15 at 6:45 p.m. nightly. Van transportation is available by calling at 3842548. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the con­ gregation invites everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek Community. 5:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.: Friendship Baptist Church announces that VBS will be held. Second session will be that Sunday evening with sup­ per at 5:15 p.m. classes at 6:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. Monday -Wed. supper at 5:15 p.m. and class­ es at 6:15 p.m.-8:15 p.m. The VBS Team at Friendship invites you to attend. 6 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church invites you to their vacation Bible School June 10-15. Their theme is Take the Plunge. Sunday night classes will begin at 6:00 PM then Mon-Friday at 6:30 PM. Classes for all ages including adults. Friday night they will hold a commencement service with a cook-out. Pastor, Rev. Chris Cox and congregation welcome you! Monday June 11 5:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.: Friendship Baptist Church announces that VBS will be held. Monday -Wed. supper at 5:15 p.m. and classes at 6:15 p.m.-8:15 p.m. The VBS Team at Friendship invites you to attend. 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Garden Club meets the sec­ ond Monday of each month at 6 p.m. The June meeting on 6:30 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church invites you to their vacation Bible School June 10-15. Their theme is Take the Plunge. Sunday night classes will begin at 6:00 PM then Mon-Friday at 6:30 PM. Classes for all ages including adults. Friday night they will hold a commencement service with a cook-out. Pastor, Rev. Chris Cox and congregation welcome you! 6:45 p.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will begin VBS June 10 thru June 15. VBS will run June 11 thru June 15 at 6:45 p.m. nightly. Van transportation is available by calling at 3842548. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the con­ gregation invites everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek Community. Tuesday June 12 5:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.: Friendship Baptist Church announces that VBS will be held. Monday -Wed. supper at 5:15 p.m. and classes at 6:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. The VBS Team at Friendship invites you to attend. 5:30 p.m.: New Cancer Support Program. This group is open to all cancer survivors and will offer opportunities to share and create a sense of possibilities while going through cancer treatment and beyond into survivorship. Come and connect with others who are on this journey, Class begins June 12th and meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month. Doors open at 5 p.m. for infor­ mal sharing and opportunities to explore books and tapes in the Resource Room. Group lasts from 5:30 p.m.- 6:30 p.m. Led by Suzi Woodard, LPC. Location: Cancer Resource Center at the Seby B. Jones Cancer Center. For more infor­ mation about any of these pro­ grams, call the Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center at (828) 262-4332. 6:30 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church invites you to their vacation Bible School June 10-15. Their theme is Take the Plunge. Sunday night classes will begin at 6:00 PM then Mon-Friday at 6:30 PM. Classes for all ages including adults. Friday night they will hold a commencement service with a cook-out. Pastor, Rev. Chris Cox and congregation welcome you! 6:45 p.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will begin VBS June 10 thru June 15. VBS will run June 11 thru June 15 at 6:45 p.m. nightly. Van transportation is available by calling at 3842548. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the con­ gregation invites everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek Community. Wednesday June 13 5:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.: Friendship Baptist Church announces that VBS will be held. Monday -Wed. supper at 5:15 p.m. and classes at 6:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. The VBS Team at Friendship invites you to attend. 6:30 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church Invites you to their vacation Bible School June 10-15. Their theme is Take the Plunge. Sunday night classes will begin at 6:00 PM then Mon-Friday at 6:30 PM. Classes for all ages including adults. Friday night they will hold a commencement service with a cook-out. Pastor, Rev. Chris Cox and congregation welcome you! 6:45 p.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will begin VBS June 10 thru June 15. VBS will run June 11 thru June 15 at 6:45 p.m. nightly. Van transportation is available by calling at 3842548. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the con­ gregation invites everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek Community. Thursday June 14 11:30 a.m.: The Discipleship Ladies Bible Study will begin again on Thursday, June 14, 2007. The group meets at the Ashe Baptist Associational Conference Room from 11:30 until 12:30. Beth Moore's "Breaking Free" will be the study guide for the next series of study. For more information and to order your Bible Study Book call Linda Blackburn @ 846-3596 or the Associational Office at 246-5631. Come join a discipleship study for ladies, This is open to the public.. 6:30 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church invites you to their vacation Bible School June 10-15. Their theme is Take the Plunge. Sunday night classes will begin at 6:00 PM then Mon-Friday at 6:30 PM. Classes for all ages including adults. Friday night they will hold a commencement service with a cook-out. Pastor, Rev. Chris Cox and congregation welcome you! 6:45 p.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will begin VBS June 10 thru June 15. VBS will run June 11 thru June 15 at 6:45 p.m. nightly. Van transportation is available by calling at 3842548. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the con­ gregation invites everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek Community. 7p.m.:BlueRidgeOpportunity Commission, Inc. (BROC) will hold its Annual Board Meeting with dinner beginning at 6:30 p.m. and meeting begining at 7 p.m. at the Fairplains Center on NC Hwy 18 North in North Wilkesboro. Items of business includes Annual Accomplishments of Programs, Elections of Officers, the "Miss CAG" and "Little Miss Princess" Pageant, recognition of the BROC Board of Directors and the great team of volunteers who make a difference every­ day for our programs. Bible School at Mt. Jefferson Presbyterian Church in down­ town West Jefferson, on June 15-17th. Dive deep into God's Word with us in the GREAT BIBLE REEF! Classes for chil­ dren ages 2 to16. Lessons & crafts & games & songs! Friday night at 5:30 p.m.: activi­ ties & dinner at the church. Please pre-register by calling or emailing the church office (846-7481, wjeffpres@skybest. com) before June 8th. Hope to see you there! 6:30 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church invites you to their vacation Bible School June 10-15. Their theme is Take the Plunge. Sunday night classes will begin at 6:00 PM then Mon-Friday at 6:30 PM. Classes for all ages including adults. Friday night they will hold a commencement service with a cook-out. Pastor, Rev. Chris Cox and congregation welcome you! 6:45 p.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will begin VBS June 10 thru June 15. VBS will run June 11 thru June 15 at 6:45 p.m. nightly. Van transportation is available by calling at 3842548. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the con­ gregation invites everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek Community. Saturday June 16 9 a.m.: 12 Gauge Skeet Shoot. Shoot what you bring. Sponsored by: New River Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department. This will be 2 rounds at a cost of $50 per shooter with a meel and two chances on the raffle gun. Prize money will be awarded for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd pace and best overall shooter. To enter the skeet shoot, please contact Rita Phipps at 336982-9452. Raffle tickets are $5 each and are being sold on a 12 gauge over/under shot­ gun. To purchase raffle tickets, please see any member of the New River Fire Department or contact Rita Phipps at 336982-9452. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Join us for Vacation Bible School at Mt. Jefferson Presbyterian Church in downtown West Jefferson, on June 15-17th. Dive deep into God's Word with us in the GREAT BIBLE REEF! Classes for children ages 2 to16. Lessons & crafts & games & songs! Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.: activities & lunch at West Jefferson School field. Please pre-register by calling or emailing the church office (846-7481, wjeffpres® skybest.com) before June 8th. Hope to see you there! 10 a.m. -5 p.m.: Vacation Bible School at Peak Creek Presbyterian Church, 2055 Peak Creek Church Road, Laurel Springs, N.C. Faith Mountain "An Extreme Adventure With Jesus" Sunday June 17 9:45 a.m.:Join us for Vacation Bible School at Mt. Jefferson Presbyterian Church in down­ town West Jefferson, on June 15-17th. Dive deep into God's Word with us in the GREAT BIBLE REEF! Classes for chil­ dren ages 2 to16. Lessons & crafts & games & songs! Sunday at 9:45a.m.: final activ­ ity during Sunday School, with closing during Worship. Please pre-register by calling or email­ ing the church office (8467481, wjeffpres@skybest.com) before June 8th. Hope to see you there! Friday June 15 5:30 p.m.: Join us for Vacation 2» flNNIVUKMW (ElUMTION tow FHFLY 2CT4) 10 AID - 2 pm Shane Little Incites Everyone to Stop By and Meet His Professional Staff and Help Celebrate Their 2nd l/ear Anniversary June 11 will be at a local home and there will be a tour of the gardens. A covered dish din­ ner will be served. Members are asked to bring a favorite dish. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. pitJ id Do It Best paints since 1935. 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Call 1-800-292-6274 or visit our website at VisltJeffersonLanding.com Jefferson Landing Ashe County, North Carolina �PAGE 12A FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Is your home full of stuff that's 'too pretty to use'? by Maria Cilley (FlyLady) Special to the Post Our homes are filled with all manner of stuff! This clut­ ter takes on a life of its own and it is all because we are in fear! You can turn the most useful thing in the world into clutter if you don't use it! The other day I received a com­ plaint about our 100% cotton dishtowels. She said They are too pretty to mess up, can I just hang them up and look at them. This is all something we have done and continue to do unconsciously. We are in fear that we will not be able to get whatever it is again so we save it. Or we buy something and we are afraid we will never be able to afford it again. It is fine and good to take care of your possessions but to not use it because you might mess it up is a negative way of living our lives. Let me reassure you. I would never sell you a dishtowel that would not stand up to daily use. We looked long and hard for a dishtowel that I loved! I had always wanted ones that had the days of the week to help to remind us to change our dishtowel each day. I changed my mind to put on some of our favorite quotes. I felt that instead of making you feel bad because you had not changed the dishtowel since two days ago that they could encourage you with a few simple words, "You're not behind" "Just 15 minutes" and "I'm FLYing"! They are dishtowels and not framed quotes to be dis­ played on a wall! Any of you can take the same quotes and put them all around your house. Dishtowels have a pur­ pose! They dry dishes, clean off your hands, wipe the faces of your babies and clean up spills! They are to be used and in the process of using them, they are loved! They bless you with their usefulness and with the words that are stitched on them. Yes you may love them and don't want to mess them up! This line of thinking is what I am working so hard to declutter from your head. Let me tell you a story. Many years ago we bought a brand new car. I was not al­ lowed to drive the car because I might mess it up! The first time I drove it, a rock popped up and cracked the wind­ shield. I guess I have a re­ bellious nature because after that I made sure that I drove it whenever I wanted. I even­ tually drove the wheels off of that car and it blessed me for many years. I finally released it after Robert and I married. I was very sad to let that car go because it had been a tool to help me survive a bad mar­ riage. It gave me courage to drive away because it was my car and one summer I practi­ cally lived in that car when I was working many long hours at the Brevard Music Center. It had sheltered me from the storms of life and I was thank­ THE OBSERVATION DECK m 'i (9ur Summer made her light escape Into the Beautiful. EMILY D I C K I N S O N e 2007 by King Features Syndicate Inc. WofkJ right* resarvad ful for it. I had not saved it for "GOOD" I used it and I was blessed by the car. Using something means you love it! Holding on to things and not using them is fear. Fear is the opposite of love. It is hoarding. If you are not go­ ing to use the things you buy for yourself then please don't buy them from our FLY Shop. Our calendar is to be used! So what, if you have to mark something out! That is what calendars are for. Schedules change and we make mistakes. The dishtowels are to be used too. Let me tell you we have put those dishtowels through the wringer. They have wiped up coffee spills and have been washed by Michele and Kathy many times. They love to get things white. The dishtowels have been tested by Michele and Kathy and they passed with flying colors! What have you been sav­ ing out of fear? Use it or re­ lease it to someone who will! This change in attitude is go­ ing to help you declutter your home! Isn't it fun to get rid of the negativity too! I love the song "Please Release Me, Let me Go"! Sing it from your clutter's point of view. I sang it loud when I released much of my clutter. Somehow music makes it easier. Since working with Eric Dodge on his new CD, Why Not Today, I have gotten excited about producing a new CD to help us get rid of our clutter. I have our FlyCrew working on lyrics. My sweet darling can put any words to music, the Onmi Studios in Nashville can turn any melody into a great song and maybe Eric and my niece Courtney will sing them for us. This could be great fun and you know that I don't do anything that is not fun! If you are not going to use it then give it away to someone who will! For more help getting rid of your CHAOS; check out her website and join her free men­ toring group at www.FlyLady, net or her book, Sink Reflec­ tions published by Bantam and her New York Times Best Selling book, Body Clutter published by Fireside. Copy­ right 2007 Maria Cilley Used by permission in this publica­ tion. 000000000000000000000 PO Box 829 • 502 S. Jefferson Ave • West Jefferson, N.C. 28694 336-246-8M6 • c w n v s u e r , DODGI 800480-2228M m v " H " �FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2007 The Player's Edge Soccer Camps at Blue Ridge Elementary May 28-31 Rising grades K-3, 9 a.m.-noon, grades 4-6,1- 4 p.m. Camps during the week of June 4 Blue Ridge Might Mite Camp at Blue Ridge Elementary All-Stars Junior League at Blue Ridge Elementary Ashe County Tennis Clinic at ACHS British Soccer Camp at Family Central Rising Stars Basketball Camp at ACMS Upcoming events in Ashe County Spring sports awards program held Monday Husky Coach of the Year Bill Strong (Football) Athletes of the Year Kassee Roberts (Volleyball, Basketball, and Track and Field) Ethan Goodman (Football and Basketball) Varsity Baseball Coach's Award (L:R) Varsity Baseball Most Valuable Phillip Walters Brandon Miller Darron Dotson Best Batting Average Jake Miller David Marino Kyle Guyton Most Improved David Marino Golden Glove Keaton Mash Tennis L:R Golf Team Before Self (L:R) Anand Patel Most Dedicated Ricky Pelton Most Improved Chase Smith Coach's Award Ezra Eckerman Tanner Goodman 4-Year Letterman Most Valuable Most Improved Will Krider Coach's Award Chris Lyall Most Valuable Jake Giles Women's Track Back Row (L:R): Best in the Field Katie Gammons Most Dedicated Kassee Roberts Best Distance Runner Emily Gamble Front Row (L:R) Best Sprinter Roxanne Thomas Coach's Award Taryn Roten Varsity Softball Back Row (L:R): Golden Glove Kendra Blevins Most Valuable Defensive Kendra Yearick Most Valuable Offensive Danielle Wood Front Row (L:R) Coach's Award Larken Mikeal Trey Scott Men's Track Back Row (L:R): Best in the Field Dakota Price Most Dedicated Vijay Kataria Best Sprinter Chris Blevins Front Row (L:R) Best Distance Runner Zach Davis Coach's Award Andy Widner Soccer Back Row (L:R): Most Valuable Nancy Jones Best Defensive Shelly Barker Front Row (L:R) Coach's Award Leia Eldreth Best Offensive Most Improved Brandy Houser Kaitlin Smith Most improved Best Hitter Tiffany Jones Lorna Vega JV Baseball JV Softball Back Row (L:R): Most Improved Back Row (L:R): Buster Phillips Most Valuable Andrew Sexton Juliana Morton Golden Glove Best Batting Average Most Improved Ben Warner Front Row (L:R) Stephanie Richardson Coach's Award Best Hitter Orrin Shatley Samantha Dunn Golden Glove Aaron Scott Coach's Award Ariel Farmer Most Valuable Natasha Faw Front Row (L:R) �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Husky All-Conference Selections Softball (L:R): Kendra Yearick, Kendra Blevins, Tiffany Jones, and Danielle Wood Men's Track Front Row (L:R): Zach Davis, Dakota Price, and Andy Widner. Back Row Vijay Kataria, Sid Carpenter, and Chris Bievins. NP Zach Hotman and Nick May I MVAC Female Runner of the Year: Emily Gamble Soccer (L:R): Leah Fulbright, Nancy Jones, Leia Eldreth, Brandy Houser Baseball (L:R): Kyle Guyton, Darron Dotson, Dustin Absher New Systems - Upgrades Repairs • Parts Laptops and Repairs Golf All-Conference and MVAC Co-Player of the Year: Trey Scott Women's Track Front Row (L:R): Katrina Krider, Taryn Roten, Emaline Shatley. Back Row (L:R): Kassee Roberts, Katie Gammons, and Ashley Bower. NCHSAA Women's Pole Vault State Champion: Katrina Krider Tennis Jake Giles Women's Track Front Row (L:R): Morgan Stansberry, Cara Church, Whitney Stuart, and Emily Gamble. Back Row (L:R): Caitlin Garn, Roxanne Thomas, Morgan Casey, and Sarah Wright. / Visit us at our NEW Location* 911 South Jefferson Ave. our many business sponsors! 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A variety of drills will help players develop the • skills needed to perform at a higher level. All campers will receive a Player's Edge t-shirt. Breakfast and lunch will be provided for the morn­ ing sessions and lunch and a snack for the after­ noon session. There will be three sessions during the following dates and time: • May 28- 31 for rising Kindergarten - Third grades, Time 9 a.m. till noon • May 28- 31 for rising fourth, fifth, and sixth grades, time 1 p.m. till 4 p.m. • June 11- 14 for rising seventh and eighth grades, time 9 a.m. till noon The cost of each camp is only $35 and will be held at Blue Ridge Elementary. For more information call Mike Eldreth at 384-4500. TOUGHEST & BADDEST (L:R) Ricky Pelton, Aaron Jones, and Will Krider (L:R) Lee Critcher, Zach Davis, Andy Widner, and Chris Blevins. The Player's Edge Soccer Camp $2,000.00 •WANTED* Softball (L:R) Larken Mikeal and Brittany Parsons Men's Track Front (L:R) Taryn Roten and Cara Church. Back (L:R): Kassee Roberts, Caitlin Gam, and Roxanne Thomas. REWARD Tennis Soccer Baseball L:R: Brandon Miller and Keaton Mash Men's Track Aaron Scott Men's Track (L:R) Charles Johnson, Sid Carpenter, and Dakota Price. NP Aaron Greene 8th Annual Ashe County Tennis Clinic The 8th Annual Ashe County Tennis Clinic is being held on June 4-7 (rain dates are June 8, 11, and 12 if needed) at Ashe County High School for rising 3-12 graders. The 3-8 grader camp is scheduled tor 5- 6 p.m. with a cost of $35. The 9-12 grader camp is scheduled from 6:15- 8 p.m. and cost $50. The camps are open to boys and girls with the Elementary and Middle School Clinic working on funda­ mentals of the forehand, backhand, and serve. Students will also learn how to keep score and fun leadup games will be introduced as well. The High School Clinic will include basic fundamentals, but will also include basic strategies in both singles and doubled. Our goal itf'fb help each student develop souhd"ktfot'<??'arid^Vten us'e'those stroked in game situations. In learing the game of tennis, a student learns a game of a lifetime. People can play t e n n i s well into their senior years, many years after their bas­ ketball and softball days are over. If you are interest­ ed, call Vickie Herman or Coach Freeman for more information at Ashe County High School and students can register on the first evening of the Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest Winner Bryan Burchctte is the winner for this week's Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest. He correctly chose the race winner, Kevin Harvicb, and guessed closest to the winner's average speed of 89.09imph with a guess of I31.763mph. Thank you for all of your entries! Please play the Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest again next week! 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W',7 YOU CAN'T GET ANY BETTER." �PAGE 4B FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Class of 2007's Scholarships STUDENT Sierra Phipps SCHOLARSHIP OFFERED/TOTAL Lees-McRae College - Pinnacle $7,000.00 Lees-McRae College - Academic $44,000.00 Lees-McRae - NC Legislative $1,800.00 Lees-McRae Pinnacle $11,000.00 Lees-McRae NC Legislative $1,900.00 Lees-McRae Federal Pell Grant $4,300.00 Lees-McRae NC State Grant $1,000.00 LMC Federal Work Study $1,600.00 Lees-McRae AC Grant $750.00 WCC-Thomas Bowie $400.00 Jeremy Elliott Scholarship $4,000.00 Tennessee Temple University $7,000.00 Plans to attend Lees-McRae College $84,750.00 Courtlyn Reeves Plans to attend WFU Carolina Carrousel - Band Eric Rhodes Campbell University Grant WCU-Federal Pell Grant WCU-NC Tuition Grant WCU-UNC Need Based Grant WCU-Federal Work Study WCU-NC Education Lottery NCAEOP Scholarship NC Masons Scholarship Jeremy Elliott Scholarship Ashe County Food Service Scholarship Blue Ridge Electric Scholarship Plans to attend WCU Kassandra Roberts Plans to attend WCU Nicole Rose Plans to attend WCC Taryn Roten Plans to attend ASU Mandy Russell Plans to attend ASU JefTersons Rotary Hurt Scholarship Jeremy Elliott Scholarship Peak Creek Ruritan Scholarship JefTersons Rotary D.C. Jones Womens Club Scholarship Ashe County Board of Realtors Skyline Telephone Corporation Jeremy Elliott Scholarship James G.K. McClure Scholarship ASU Joe Daniel Severt Scholarship ASU-CSEMS Math Scholarship Jeremy Elliott Scholarship ASU NC Need Based Grant ASU Pell Grant ASU Campus Based Tuition Offset ASU NC Need Based Grant ASU Federal Work study ASU Federal SEOG ASU Math CSEMS Scholarship ASU ACCESS Scholarship Catherine Ryan Paquin Ashe County Food Service Dare Harrison Nursing Scholarship Plans to attend UNC-G Meghan Scott $500.00 $500.00 $4,000.00 $2,360.00 $300.00 $1,036.00 $1,800.00 $140.00 $100.00 $500.00 $500.00 $500.00 $2,000.00 $13,236.00 ACCEPTED $7,000.00 $44,000.00 $1,800.00 $11,000.00 $1,900.00 $4,300.00 $1,000.00 $1,600.00 $750.00 $4,000.00 $500.00 $2,360.00 $300.00 $1,036.00 $1,800.00 $140.00 $100.00 $500.00 $500.00 $500.00 $2,000.00 $2,000.00 $2,000.00 $4,000.00 $2,000.00 $2,000.00 $500.00 $1,000.00 $500.00 $500.00 $1,000.00 $500.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $2,000.00 $500.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $2,000.00 $500.00 $6,500.00 $8,000.00 $16,000.00 $2,000.00 $26,000.00 $700.00 $4,310.00 $750.00 $2,454.00 $1,800.00 $500.00 $16,000.00 $45,624.00 $72,138.00 $8,000.00 $16,000.00 $2,000.00 $700.00 $4,310.00 $750.00 $2,454.00 $1,800.00 $500.00 Plans to attend ASU Chelsea Sexton Plans to attend WCU Hensley Memorial Scholarship $4,800.00 $59,650.00 $4,800.00 WCU - Founders Award $4,000.00 Ingles Scholarship $1,000.00 St. Andrews Presbyterian College-Golf $36,000.00 $41,000.00 $4,000.00 $1,000.00 Emaline Shatley WCU - Founders Award $4,000.00 Lion University - Elon Fellows-Recognition Only Liberty University - Liberty Championship $8,000.00 Liberty University - Deposit Award $1,000.00 Liberty University - Pastor's Scholarship $2,000.00 Liberty University - Alumni Scholarship $2,000.00 Liberty University - Tuition Grant $500.00 Tennessee Temple University Academic Scholarship $7,000.00 Wake Forest - NC Legislative $1,900.00 UNC - Chapel Hill NC Legislative $1,900.00 Plans to attend WFU $28,300.00 Brad Sheets Plans to attend ASU Tiffany Shatley Plans to attend WCC Ricky Miller Memorial Scholarship ASU Federal Pell Grant ASU Campus Based Tuition ASU UNC Need Based Grant ASU Federal Work Study ASU NC Educational Lottery $1,900.00 Bethany Shepherd Jeremy Elliott Scholarship Plans to attend Miller-Motte Tech College $1,000.00 $2,687.00 $2,687.00 $2,687.00 $500.00 $500.00 DARE Scholarship^ years at WCC) $1,000.00 $500.00 $400.00 $750.00 $3,400.00 $1,800.00 $2,100.00 $9,450.00 $400.00 $750.00 $3,400.00 $1,800.00 $2,100.00 Dustin Snyder Emory & Henry Col lege-Academic Grant $22,000.00 $22,000.00 c. o Lenoir Rhyne - Academic Scholarship ($7000 x 4)$28, 000.00 Plans to attend Emory & Henry University $50,000.00 Morgan Stansberry Plans to attend NCSU Wingate University - Academic $32,000.00 Campbell University - Scott Ellis $7,500.00 Campbell University - Non-Designated $500.00 Campbell University - Dorm $1,000.00 Jeremy Elliott Scholarship $2,000.00 $43,000.00 Brittany Stidhams ASU Pell Grant $2,260.00 ASU Campus Based Tuition Grant $750 00 ASU UNC Need Based Grant $3,400.00 ASU Federal Work Study $1,800.00 ASU NC Educational Lottery Scholarship $240.00 Jeremy Elliott Scholarship $1,000.00 Plans to attend ASU $9,450.00 $2,000.00 $2,260.00 $750.00 $3,400.00 $1,800.00 $240.00 $1,000.00 $16,000.00 $45,624.00 $750.00 $500.00 $1,250.00 $750.00 $500.00 Lees-McRae College ($9000 x 4) $36,000.00 Lees-McRae College - Pinnacle $9,000.00 Lees-McRae College - NC Legislative $7,600.00 Wilson Family Schholarship $1,000.00 Zion United Methodist Church $1,000.00 Ashe County Food Service Scholarship $250.00 West Jefferson United Methodist - $1,000.00 Whitney Stuart Plans to attend WCC Campbell University - Grant Wingate University - Engagement Campbell University - Grant $20,000.00 $20,000.00 $5,000.00 $45,000.00 Ashley Trainor $1,000.00 $250.00 -V Selected Spring Sportswear 50% to 75% OFF (continued from page 14C) Campbell University - Presidential $39,600.00 Campbell University - NC Legislative $1,900.00 Campbell University Grant $6,500.00 Campbell University Scott Ellis $28,000.00 Campbell University - Dorm $1,000.00 Plans to attend Campbell University $77,000.00 $39,600.00 $1,900.00 $6,500.00 $28,000.00 $1,000.00 Continued on page 13B You'll love the Look! :? 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This holiday is a federal holiday that is set aside to pay remembrance to all U.S. soldiers, from any waror co which have died in service for our country. In contrast to Veteran's Day, this day is to honor only fallen soldiers. Veteran's Day, which occurs every year on November 11th, honors all veterans. Memorial Day is a federally observed holiday. All U.S. government offices and public schools are closed on this day, though few businesses still remain closed. Many vacations are taken during this holiday due to the three day weekend, and the association it has with the beginning of the summer season. Many outdoor events are held, including fireworks displays, picnics, sporting events which include the Indianapolis 500, and memorial services. Traditionally on this holiday the U.S. flag is flown at half-staff until noon. After the American Civil War, many cities around the United States began setting aside days of observance for their veterans that died in battle. These days were largely celebrated by decorating soldiers' graves, and hence it was originally called Decoration Day. Though Memorial Day's exact origins are unknown, it is believed that the first true celebration of the holiday occurred in Waterloo, NY in 1866. In 1868, General John A. Logan declared the holiday to be a time to give tribute to fallen comrades. The original Decoration Day was only meant to be a tribute to civil war veterans, but after the end of WWII the holiday was modified to commemorate the lost lives of all American soldiers in all wars. The holiday was widely celebrated after this time, and in 1971 Congress declared Memorial Day a national holiday to be celebrated the last Monday of every May, Find the words hidden in the word search puzzle below! MKMOKIAI. DAY CROSSWORD ACROSS CLUBS: Use the clues provided to solve the crossword puzzle below. 6. Memorial Day is this type of holiday. 7. This U.S. General declared the first day to honor fallen comrades. 8. The branch of service that the soldiers "raising the flag" belong too. 12. Memorial Day started after this war. 14. These are often displayed to celebrate Memorial Day. 15. Memorial Day honors only soldiers. DOWN CLUBS: 1. These are closed on Memorial Day. MEMORIAL DAY WORD SEARCH 2. This famous car race is held on this weekend. 3. National cemetary located in Virginia. 4. Original name for the Memorial Day holiday. 5. This holiday falls on the last Monday in May. 9. This city in N.Y. held the first Memorial Day. 10. After this war, the holiday was extended to all deceased U.S.Troops. 11. The flag is flown at what until noon? 13. Tomb of the Soldier. 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His grandparents, Dean and Eleanor Eldreth of West Jefferson; Kathy Stiddam of West Jefferson; and John Rich­ ardson of Cairo, Ga. all adore him. He was welcomed home by his brother and sisters, Ashley Lewis; Chrstopher Jr.; Cora Nell; and Camille. Ashley and Nathan Fields of Laurel Springs are proud to announce the birth of their son, Owen Graham Fields. He was born on May 4, 2007 at Ashe Memorial Hospital. He weighed eight pounds and six ounces and was 20 inches long. His grandparents, Jo­ seph and Deborah Fields, and Jerry and Laurie Hickman all adore him. His brother, Noah Michael Fields welcomed him home. Anabel Garcia and Victor Luviano of West Jefferson are proud to announce the birth of their son, Matthew Manuel Luviano. He was born at Ashe Memorial Hospital on May 16, 2007. He weighed eight pounds and was 19.5 inches long. His grandparents, Julio Garcia, Eucebia Perez, Eduviges Luviano and Alfonsina Navarno all adore him. His sister, Alexis Luviano, welcomed him home. Sabrina Cherry and Kevin Erbschloe of Jefferson are proud to announce the birth of their son, Ethan Lee Erb­ schloe. He was born on May 17, 2007 at Ashe Memorial Hospital. He weighed eight pounds and five ounces and was 20.5 inches long. His grandparents, Holden and Tammy Bare, adore him. Ruth and Timothy Blair of West Jefferson are proud to announce the birth of their son, Scott Blair II. He was born at Watauaga Medical Center on May 10, 2007. He weighed seven pounds and seven ounces. Alice Kinsey and Marvin Tart of Fleetwood are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Anna Tart. She was born at Watauga Medical Center on May 10, 2007. She weighed eight pounds and eleven ounces. Cindy and Charles Price of Lansing are proud to an­ nounce the birth of their daughter, Amy Lou Price. She was born on May 16, 2007 at Watauga Medical Center. She weighed seven pounds and nine ounces. Rebecca and Samuel Roark Hart and Stansberry engaged Mr. and Mrs. Tony Lane Hart of Lansing are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Jessica Ann Hart to Jonathan Grady Stansberry, son of Mr. and Mrs. Johnny Stansberry, also of Lansing. Jessica is a 2004 graduate of Ashe County High School, and is currently a senior at Appalachian State University. She will gradu­ ate in December 2007 with a Bachelor of Science in Com­ munication with her major in Advertising. Jessica is cur­ rently employed part-time at SkyLine Membership Corpo­ ration. Jonathan is also a 2004 graduate of Ashe County High School, and a senior at Appalachian State Univer­ sity. He will graduate in De­ cember 2007 with a Bachelor of Science in Technology with his major in Construction Management. Jonathan is currently employed at Parker Tie Company. The couple's wedding cel­ ebration will be held August 18, 2007 at Burgiss Barn in Laurel Springs, N.C. of Crumpler are proud to an­ nounce the birth of their son, Isaiah Lee Roark. He was born at Watauga Medical Center on May 16, 2007. He weighed five pounds and nine ounces. Elisha and Jamie Blevins of West Jefferson are proud to announce the birth of their son, Blake Colton Blevins. He was born at Watauga Medical Center on May 17, 2007. He weighed six pounds and five ounces. TOYOTA OF BOONE IS CELEBRATING ^ TOYOTA Jordan and Cline to be wed Kristy Jean Jordan and a Bachelor Degree in Special John Patterson Cline have Education. She is employed chosen June 23, 2007 as their by Cabarrus County Schools wedding date. The 2 p.m. cer­ as an Exceptional Children's emony will be held at the teacher at Mt. Pleasant Mid­ New Gilead United Church dle School. of Christ in Concord, N.C. John is the grandson of The bride-to-be is the the late Mr. John Coble, and granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jo Coble of Concord, Mrs. Lloyd Jordan of Laurel N.C. and the late Mr. and Springs, N.C., and the late Mrs. J.W. Cline of Mt. Pleas­ Mr. and Mrs. Fred Williams ant, N.C. His parents are Mr. of Ashe County, N.C. Her par­ and Mrs. Keith Cline of Con­ ents are Mr. Randy Jordan of cord, N.C. John is a gradu­ Piney Creek, N.C. and Ms. ate of Concord High School Lynn Greer of Ashe County, and N.C. State University N.C. Kristy is a graduate of earning degrees in Agribusi­ Alleghany High School, Hay­ ness Management, Livestock wood Community College Management and Field Crop where she earned a degree Technology. He currently in Fish and Wildlife Man­ manages the family farm agement Technology and of and is employed by Richard Pfeiffer University earning Burrage Incorporated. 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BLOWING ROCK, NC - Blue jeans are as American as baseball and apple pie, but did you know the rugged yet comfy apparel actually got started in the Carolina's? Explore denim's origins with the Blowing Rock Stage Company's innagural show of the Summer 2007 sea­ son, as the Hayes Perform­ ing Arts Center's resident company presents the world premiere of Moses Cone: The Denim King. "We are deeply honored that BRSC has been given the privilege of producing the world premier of Moses Cone: The Denim King, which has been in development for several years," says director Kenneth Kay, artistic direc­ tor of BRSC. "In fact, the musical will feature a cast of nearly thirty actors and musicians and utilize the collective talents of artists, designers, and technicians from every major perform­ ing arts group in Watauga County." The journey begins in the late 1800s, when Moses and his brother Caesar leave their childhood surroundings in Baltimore, Md., for the new frontier of the North Caro­ lina mountains, an untapped industrial and agricultural area. As they continue their father's trade of growing and selling produce, the brothers discover the popularity and need of a durable fabric for the blue-collar people of the High Country. The entrepreneuer in Moses led to his leg­ acy as "The Denim King." Moses Cone playwright Janet Barton Speer, Chair of the Division of Performing Arts at Lees-McRae College, teamed with John Thomas Oaks to create the musical. Jim Ballard plays the Blue Ridge Mountain legend. "Moses Cone was a re­ markable man, and the story of his life, family and work has all the ingredients that make for a wonderful night in the theatre. This show is the living history of Blowing Rock and Watauga County, and we invite the entire com­ munity to come celebrate their history with us," says Kay. Times for Moses Cone: The Denim King are May 30 at 8pm, May 31 at 2pm 6 8pm, June 1 at 8pm, June 2 at 2pm & 8pm, June 3 at 2pm, June 6 at 8pm, June 7 at 2pm & 8pm, June 8 at 8pm, June 9 at 2pm & 8pm, June 10 at 2pm, June 13 at 8pm, June 14 at 2pm & 8pm, June 15 at 8pm, June 16 at 2pm & 8pm. Tickets are $30, $14 for students, and are available now by calling the Box Office at 828-295-9627. You may pay by credit card or by cash (in person). Tick­ ets can also be purchased on­ line at www.hayescenter.org by credit card. Special group rates are also available. Sea­ son and Flex Passes can be purchased and used through­ out the entire *07 season. The Blowing Rock Stage Company's mission is to produce revivals of popu­ lar plays and musicals that have sustained us since our beginnings and to the explo­ ration and development of new works that celebrate the culture and heritage of our region. Our primary task is to celebrate, through theat­ rical performances and edu­ cational outreach programs, the common humanity bind­ ing us all together. The Blowing Rock Stage Company produces all shows in the Hayes Performing Arts Center, 152 Jamie Fort Road (off Hwy 321), Blowing Rock, NC. Tel: 828-295-9627. 'Into the Woods' at Ashe Civic Center ...And they all lived hap­ pily ever after - or did they? Ashe County Little Theatre's summer musical production of Into the Woods will answer that question and many more as a talented ensemble cast brings Stephen Sondheim's not-so-classic fairy tale to life on the Ashe Civic Center stage. Directed by Rebecca Her­ man, with musical direction by Michael Bell, and pro­ duced by Jane Lonon, Into the Woods begins with a full cast of fairy tale characters I who go into the woods to pur­ sue their wishes. As the plot unfolds it is soon evident that "...wishes may bring problems such that you re­ gret them..." The question to be answered is how those problems impact the lives of those who wished for some­ thing more. Into the Woods is based on a book by James Lapine and features a score by Ste­ phen Sondheim. The original production of Into the Woods opened on Broadway in No­ vember of 1987 and ran for 804 performances. It won the 1988 Drama Critic's Circle Award, the Drama Desk Award for Best Musical, and a Tony award for Best Score. This production is not a simple child's fairy tale - it is a tale of humanity, asking questions about growing up, the values we pass on to our children, and what we owe to our fellow human beings. Likewise, the characters are not simple fairy tale charac­ ters. The Baker and his wife can only fulfill their wish for a child through lying and stealing; Cinderella does not know what she really wants; Little Red Riding Hood is armed and dangerous; the lascivious wolf, Rapunzel, the evil stepsisters and step­ mother, princes who are less than honorable, and a witch who raps create their own fortunes through the musical magic of Stephen Sondheim. All performances will be held at the Ashe Civic Cen­ ter with evening shows on June 21, 22, 23 and 25, with curtain at 7:30 nightly, and a matinee performance on June 24, with curtain at 2:00 pm. Reserved seating for Into the Woods is available in ad­ vance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students; they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. * Credit cards are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846ARTS. Blue Ridge Chamber Players at Ashe Arts Center The Ashe County Arts Council is pleased to welcome back the Blue Ridge Chamber Players to the Gallery of the Ashe Arts Center. This is the fourth visit by the Chamber Players to Ashe County. The concert will be at 7:30 on Fri­ day, May 25. The Blue Ridge Chamber Players are headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina and have come together to perform chamber music and celebrate the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The players include a large di­ verse group of classical musi­ cians that perform together depending on the repertoire. This concert will feature flute, violin, viola and cello. The featured performers for this performance include: Monica Boboc, Dr. Tatiana Karpova, Martha Geissler and Nick Lampo. The program will in­ clude selections by W.A. Mo­ zart, Zolton Kodaly and Antonin Dvorak. Violinist Monica Boboc was born in Romania in 1968. She gave her first performance as a soloist with a professional orchestra at the age of 14 and completed her musical stud­ ies at the Bucharest Music Conservatory, where she was later appointed Assistant Professor in Chamber Music. In the summer of 1998, Ms. Boboc became a member of the Colorado Music Festival Orchestra. She was Associate Concertmaster and later Concertmaster of the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra and a member of the Montclair String Quartet. She joined her husband, Concertmaster Calin Lupano, in the Char­ lotte Symphony in 2004. Dr. Tatiana Karpova is a former member of the Mos­ cow Philharmonic Orchestra and is currently first violin­ ist with the Charlotte Sym­ phony. She has participated in a number of international competitions and won second prize in the 1988 Oistrach competition. She received her D.M.A. from the Gnessin Institute of Music in Mos­ cow. Tatiana taught violin in conservatories in Russia and Yugoslavia and continues to teach in Charlotte. A graduate of Valparaiso University, Martha Geissler began her career as principal second violinist with the Sa­ vannah, Georgia Symphony. Since 1981, Ms. Geissler has "I remember... Town of West Jefferson Public Hearing Notice when I had to deal with two different companies, and paid too much for too little." The Board of Aldermen for the Town of West Jefferson will hold a public hearing on June 7, 2007 at 5:50pm. The purpose of the hearing is to discuss the operating budget recommendations for fiscal year 2007-2008. That was then... Now there's Mediacom! A summary of the recommended budget is as follows: Department General Fund Powell Park Fire Water Sewer Estimated Budget $1,273,900 $ 77,200 $ 78,600 $ 31,500 $ 450,000 $ 460,000 • Throw out that old technology and make the switch! Now one company delivers it all! Get Video and Internet for just $29.95 a month each for your first twelve months when you order both services. 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MedhuMI Vif* custombanner8 Q/fn hyi x* ddWc MAGNETIC SIGNS Si been a member of the violin section of the Charlotte Sym­ phony. She also performs reg­ ularly as violinist/violist with the North Carolina Sympho­ ny, Asheville Symphony, and the South Carolina Philhar­ monic in Columbia, SC. In addition, she will be starting her second season as concertmaster of Charlotte Civic Or­ chestra Formerly with the Char­ lotte Symphony, Nick Lampo has performed as principal cellist with the Jacksonville, Florida Symphony and the Orlando, Florida Symphony. For the past twenty-three years he has pursued a ca­ reer in information technol­ ogy management while main­ taining a private teaching studio at Queens University in Charlotte. Nick continues to perform in chamber mu­ sic concerts and is currently principal cellist with and board chair for the Charlotte Civic Orchestra Admission is $8 for adults and $5 for students. Tickets are available at the door or in advance at the Ashe Arts Center. For more information or tickets please call the Arts Council at 336-846-ARTS. L*rrs*iNn Located at 601 South Jefferson Avenue in West Jefferson, NC Monday - Friday • 8-J0am - 6:00pm - Saturday • 8:00am - 4:00pm www.BradsEliteAuto.com Dealer #69032 Rebate Otter - Up to 8300 Additional Saving*' ORpR �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2007 PAGE 9B COMMUNITY NEWS Get ready for predicted heavy hurricane season Many years after the de­ struction caused by infamous North Carolina hurricanes Fran and Floyd, frightening images of their aftermath still resonate in the minds of people across the state. North Carolinians have seen first­ hand just how devastating a hurricane can be, and for this reason it is important to be prepared for whatever nature sends our way during the 2007 hurricane season. Be sure to also make arrange­ ments for pets. Most emer­ gency shelters do not accept them. • Locate the safest routes to local shelters in case of an emergency. • Develop an emergen­ cy supply kit that includes the following items: plenty of water for each member of your family, non-perishable food items to last at least 37 days, blankets, flashlights, extra clothes, toiletries, a bat­ tery operated NOAA weather radio, fully charged cell phone or traditional phone, copies of important documents in water-tight bags, cash and a first-aid kit. • Make sure there is a visible list of emergency phone numbers displayed by all telephones. Teach chil­ dren how and when to call 9-1-1. Ask a family member or friend to act as your emer­ gency out-of-state contact. • Check entry doors to make sure they all have at least three hinges and a deadbolt lock. • Reduce damage to windows by tightly fastening plywood panels over windows before a storm. Have the ply­ wood panels stored in a place where they are easy to access and stow. • Find out if your hom­ eowner's insurance policy in­ cludes flood insurance; most do not. If flood damage is not covered by your policy, look into adding flood insurance before storm season, especial­ ly if you live in an area highly susceptible to flooding. • Stay abreast of weather alerts in your area. Watch or listen to your local news stations and follow all weather advisories. Hurricane preparedness can save lives and money. Educate your family now so that your plan can easily be put into practice when it counts during storm season. For more information on hur­ ricane preparedness, visit North Carolina's Touchstone Energy cooperatives Web site www.ncelectriccooperaat tives.com. North Carolina's Touchstone Energy coopera­ tives serve 2.5 million people in 93 of the state's 100 coun­ ties. ^ E m p i r e Chrysler J e e p Dodge^ North Carolina's Touch­ stone Energy cooperatives of­ fer residents a few tips to pre­ pare for storm season, which officially begins June 1: • Create an evacuation plan that is unique to your family's needs. Inform chil­ dren of the plan, and practice it with them prior to a storm. 2000 Chevy Blazer D9586A $6,995 More than 200 mountain bikers from across the East Coast will scorch the trails at Wilkes County's Dark Moun­ tain recreation area Memo­ rial Day weekend during the Burn 24 Hour Challenge. Racers will vie for cash and merchandise prizes in the round-the-clock mountain bike race along the shores of W. Kerr Scott Reservoir near Wilkesboro. Riders will run to their bikes in a furious LeMans style start at noon on Sat­ urday, May 26. Competitors in the solo division will keep cranking until noon on Sun­ day. The seventh annual event, sponsored by Burn energy drinks, is drawing a crowd, event organizers say. "The Burn 24 Hour Chal­ lenge is a qualifier for the 24 Hours of Adrenalin world solo championship in Laguna Seca, California Sep­ tember 1st and 2nd. Some of the competitors are using the Burn as part of their preparation for this race," said Jason Bumgarner of the Brushy Mountain Cyclists Club, the local group hosting the event. The large grassy field north of W. Kerr Scott Dam will be a beehive of activity during the 24-hour race. The start-finish line, team pits, canteen and vendor booths will be located along the north shore of Kerr Scott Lake. The Burn 24 Hour Chal­ lenge is free for spectators. The event can be viewed fro The mountain bike endur­ ance race features solo, two person and team categories. Teams consist of three to five riders and can be all male, all female or mixed gender. While the Burn 24 Hour Challenge will attract top riders from across the East Coast, it will also draw a large number of weekend warriors. "People of all skill levels will enjoy the BURN Challenge events because of the great atmosphere, excel­ lent riding and team camara­ derie," O'Dea said. The team strategy prizes will provide incentives to teams that nor­ mally wouldn't place in a competitive event. Onsite rider registration is available Friday, May 25 from 4 to 8 p.m. and Saturday, May 26th from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. For more information on the Burn 24 Hour Chal­ lenge, visit the event web­ site at www.burn24hour.com. 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All payments FIVE STAR &# O && w $8,995 2003 Ford Reg Cab $9,995 2005 Nissan Altima SL 3.5 V6 03 M tsubis Galant PJIOSA $159/month — 1999 Dodge Ram 4x4 Only 64k miles w. $215 /month 2005 Honda Accord Hybrid $369/month 2005 Crossfire Only 12k miles \ $339/month W 2004 Dodge Neon J88368 $159/month 1999 Ford Ranger 4x4 W w w It's Better. We'll Prove It. Mm mMwMM M M M MJ M » | f | Five Star Winner For Customer Service Just above Wal-Mart on the right Highway 421 • Wilkesboro M MMuMM KW JBHJ JHHf ^ T Ijl EjiliP ^ ^ . 1-877-781-4110 M JfV W M a . _ wmmm L o t # 2 3 3 6 - 9 0 3*"10 76 SERVICE & PARTS HOURS: Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. • Saturday 8 00 a.m.-Noon ASK FOR jetf'J.J.'Joliws—Used Manager Sale* and Lasting R«preaent»tlve«-Jiimle Marion. Randy Snyder, Frank Garcia. Roper Elch, Scott Watta. Joah Harrold, Alex Vanderhelde. Matt Garrta. Heather Henley and Joah Hunter www.emplradodga.com �PAGE 10B FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING 140-Help Wanted mm Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm CLASSIFIED DEADUNES Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. Charges Rates depend on size of ad and number of runs. Please call Classified Dept. for information. 140-Help Wanted A Fast Growing Company is looking for a motivated individual in our sales department. This position will establish contact with customers, calculate prices, provide information, and follow up with customers. The successful candidate must be self-motivated, and able to perform without supervision, be a multi-tasked person with a positive attitude. Preferred skills are: multi-tasking, cross-selling, computer background/ skills, flexibility and communication skills. Must be neat in appearance, have excellent customer sen/ice skills, and be reliable. Experience is not necessary, we will train the right person. Salary plus commission. Benefits offered include Health Insurance, Aflac Insurance, Retirement, Paid Personal Time and Holidays. To apply fax resume to 336-877-2359 HUMAN SERVICES CLINICAL COUNSELOR (Position 743-40-1635). FT New River Behavioral HealthCare SP. Ashe County. Case Manager serving child and adult consumers with MI/DD. Duties include: monitoring, arranging, coordinating and linking consumers with needed services. Will work primarily in consumers' homes and in community. Minimum requirements: Bachelor's degree in a human service field and two years of related human services counseling/therapy which provides experience in techniques of counseling/therapy, case management or group work one of which was supervised. Usual Schedule: Mon - Fri, 8-5, must be flexible for occasional evening or weekend hours. Typical-hiring range: $33,564 - $38,424. Submit state application and transcript to: Ashe County Employment Security Commission, 626 Ashe Central School Rd, Unit 5, Jefferson, NC 28640. Criminal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE. Behavioral Technician Mail orders should be Part-time positions sent with payment to: available in Ashe County area. One on Classified Advertising one services needed The Jefferson Post for a young man in the PO Box 808 Fleetwood area, and West Jefferson, NC for another young man 28694 in the Lansing area. HomeCare offers (We accept personal excellent training and check. Visa or supervision, and we H Master Card) have just revised our pay rates. Telephone: This position requires (336) 846-7164 GED/High School Fax. diploma and a valid NC (336) 846-7165 drivers' license. HomeCare provides all e-mail: other necessary classified® training. Please call jeffersonpost.com HomeCare Web: Management for an Jwww.jeffersonpost.com application at 828-264-1021, or 30-Special toll-free 888-878-5199. Notices Fax your resume to 828-264-0755, attn: If you have left Patty Barker, or access pictures with us an application through PLEASE remember to our website at come in and pick www.homecaremgmt.org. them up. Just click on THANK YOU Employment Jefferson Post Opportunities. PUBLISHER S NOTICE: All real eslate advertising In this newspaper is sub­ ject to tho Fair Housing Act which makes It illegal to advertise any preferences Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex. handicap, financial status or national , origin Includes children undei the age ol 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising Ior legal estate which Is in violation ol the law. Our readers are here by Informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUO toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number tor the hearing impaired Is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 100-General Services STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem, NC Phone: 336-768-1177 Res.:336-468-8802 Bill Shugart 120-Schools & Instruct HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR TRAINING j . L 888-212-1277 Associated Training Services www equipmentoperator.com 140-Help Wanted Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! Enterline & Russell Builders is seeking Carpenters & Helpers for projects in Watauga. Ashe and Avery Counties. Benefits include. •Health Insurance •Paid Holidays •401K Savings Plan Apply at office in Blowing Rock. 828-295-9568 NURSING ASSISTANT NEEDED 15 hours per week. Experience required. Fax resume to 336-846-7900 Full Time & Part Time Housekeeping Position for vacation rental homes. Must be detailed, organized, reliable, punctual, good transportation. 235-Chrlstmas Trees WANTED: Entire fields, large or small, Fraser Fir Christmas Trees. Willing to assume all maintenance. Call 276-579-7733. 260-Garage/Yard Sales 2 FAMILY YARD SALE SAT. MAY 26 Large selection of childrens clothing, boys and girls, also mens and womens clothing. Lots of Household items! Location: Across from Pizza Plus, West Jefferson at former A & J Auto lot. Pay based on experience & qualifications. Fleetwood, Deep Gap & Todd area. Call 336-877-6529. 3 FAMILY MOVING-IN / DOWNSIZING SALE SAT, MAY 26 8 AM - 4 PM Rain or Shine General Laborer Needed Come by or call Rainbow Recycling 336-846-2267 Microwaves, VCR's, wall pictures, Tools, Solid Oak Kitchen Table w/2 Benches $200, 15,000 BTU Window A/C like new - $200 (pd $400) LR Sofa & Chair, Oak Dresser w/mirror, Saddle, like new, Kerosun Heaters, Handmade wood crafts, Size 8 girls clothes, 2x - 4x womens clothes, toys, lots more! HABITATION SPECIALIST II (Position 743-40-1780) Open until filled. FT New River Behavioral HealthCare, Alleghany County. Duties include: Case management services for adults and children with primary diagnosis of DD. May also have MI/SA diagnosis. Case management includes monitoring, arranging, coordinating and link­ ing consumers with needed services and may be provided in any setting. Minimum requirements: Bachelors degree in Human Services field and two years professional level experience with DD and/or MI/SA population or Master's degree in Human Services field and one year professional level experience with DD and/or MI/SA population. Usual Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8-5, flexibility required. Typical-hiring range: $33,564 - $38,424. Submit state applica­ tion and transcript to: Alleghany Employment Security Commission. PO Box 996, Sparta. NC 28675. Criminal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE SUMMER JOBS IMMEDIATE NEED Bus & Van Drivers, Full & Part-time Office Manager and Part-time Assistant. Call for appointment 246-6112 or 246-3066 J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 NEEDED: RN, LPN OR CNA to give weekly injections to 46 year old male in Ashe County. Call for details 828-406-4539 Location: 1015 8. 1013 Canoe Gap Rd. From West Jefferson, take Hwy 163 South to Hartzog Ford Rd.. Go approximately 4 miles to Canoe Gap Rd., 1st homes on right. Signs Posted. 877-1353 or 877-7018 4 FAMILY YARD SALE SAT, MAY 26 7 AM - UNTIL Car seats, Princess House. Furniture, pool, many more items too numerous to list! Location: 193 Wade Bare Rd. Jefferson 260-Garage/Yard Sales MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE/YARD SALE FRI, MAY 25 SAT, MAY 26 8 AM - UNTIL Rain or Shine Furniture, some antiques, household items, clothes of all sizes from infant up. and much, much morel Location: Take Highway 88 East toward Laurel Springs, the Wagoner Community, Turn left at Wagoner Access Rd, beside Wagoner Baptist Church. First Brick house on right. Look for signs. 300Miscellaneous 330-Pets PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. 310-Musical LOCALLY HANDMADE GUITARS. REPAIRS ON ANY STRING INSTRUMENTS. CALL EARL MORETZ AT 336-877-5828 M:JM -JM:[• TAI We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy, sell, tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 r Ruby is a 1-2 year old gray & white DMH kitty with amazing yellow eyes. Ruby is a friendly girl who likes to be rub­ bed behind the ears and on her chin. Call us at 336-372-8744 or visit us on the web at alleghany.petfinder.com. Lots of good bargains! Location: 125 Maplewood Dr. 144 Maplewood Dr. Turn on Oakwood Rd at Boone Family Funeral Home. Watch for signs. YARD SALE Lisa Osborne and friends are have a yard sale again. Saturday, May 26 7:00 AM. -1:00 PM Items include: Baby Girl's and Girl's Brand name clothing, sizes newborn to 6/7. Little boy's clothing sizes newborn to 4T, ladies clothing, girl's pageant wear, sizes 4-6, other baby items, toys, household items, etc. Lots of new items! Location: Home of David and Lisa Osborne 550 Friendship Baptist Church Rd. Jefferson, NC KITS Are available at the Jefferson Post for purchase. Each kit includes: 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only $5.95 each 290-Horses & Livestock Duroc/Landrace Feeder Pigs, Shoats & Sows, $45 and up. Potbelly piglets, $125 ea., Toggenburg & Boer Goats, $45 and up. www.crosscreekfarmnc. com or 336-372-574 PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION "Urgent" pets Pepper and Asia are gorgeous lab mixes. They are around 3-4 months old and would make a great addition to any family. They love to play and run. The gals are a little on the shy side, but they are such sweethearts! It'd be great if they could be adopted together because they really rely on one an­ other. They are calm & gentle dogs, and are not hyper and "barky." Call us at 336-372-8744 or visit us on the web at alleghany.petfinder.com Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information 336-765-3837 Check out the Business Directory 300Miscellaneous BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. Cookware - We stopped doing dinner parties! Have some FABULOUS 17-piece sets left! Heavy, 7-ply, brilliant surgical stainless steel! Waterless and Greaseless! Keep in flavor, color and nutrition! Brand new! Were $2,000, first 7 callers buy for ONLY $299! vaposeal.com 1-800-434-4628 For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 Friends Don't Let Friends Drive Drunk! Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! Call 8467164 Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! Call 4 bedroom, 1 bath house for rent. With appliances. 10 minutes from West Jefferson, Claybank community. $450 monthly plus $400 deposit. References required. No pets. Phone (336) 846-7384. Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson. NC "One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments •Handicapped accessible "Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available For more information. Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our "for rentsections. Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 Furnished 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment for rent, minutes from town. $525 monthly. Deposit required. 336246-7337. BIG RESULTS! 440-Offices, Bldgs., For Rent/Lease or URGENT! Meet Gus! He's a 3-4 year old Sale Wanted: Eskimo Spitz Call collect, SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. Little Classifieds... iracie is a middleaged, gray & white DMH cat. She appears to have been in some rough parts of town due to some bite marks on her head and some scuffs on her ears. She's a sweet girl who likes being petted and will purr when you pet her. She'd be a good inside/outside cat once she is spayed. Call us at 336-372-8744 or visit us on the web at alleghany.petfinder.com 6 week to 3 years. e Alleghany Animal Shelter is overwhelmed with puppies right now! If you've thought about welcoming a new 4footed friend into your home, now's the time to stop by and adopt your new fuzzy pal! We have 6 border collie mixes (all females), 4 tiny beagle mixes (2 males, 2 females), 2 female black lab mixes, 1 boxer mix (male), 1 heeler mix (female), and 3 new adorable beagle mixes (1 female, 2 males). Their ages range from 6 weeks to 12 weeks old. Call us at 336-372-8744 or visit us on the web at alleghany.petfinder.com. black lab mix who just to play ball more than anything else! Gus is a friendly guy who likes to give kisses. He's about 40 lbs in size and has shorter, squat­ ter legs than a regular lab. We can not express what a joy this dog is - you just have to meet him in person! Contact the Alleghany Animal Shelter in Spar­ ta at 336-372-8744 for more info or visit alleghany.petfinder.com 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 490-Houses / Apts. for Sale 500-Mobile Homes for Sale Let FREEDOM HOMES be your 1st choiceI Shop here before you buy. Modulars, Doublewides or Singlewides. We can do land home packages in your area. Call 336-973-2335. Ask for Big George. 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent MANDOLINS AND TWO GARAGE SALES FRI, MAY 25 SAT, MAY 26 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale Commercial Buildings for rent. West Jefferson, 3500 sq ft, all or 1/2. Lansing -1100 sq ft. Call for details, 561-750-7512 490-Houses / Apts. for Sale CEDAR LOG HOMES •Canadian Northern White Cedar •Hundreds of plans •Post/Beam •Licensed Builder •You build or we build •Financing 28 years in business. Call Ron Hayes 336-984-8363 Shop The Classifieds. Home for sale in Glendale Springs, 2 Bedrooms, 2 large baths. Excellent potential for adding on - triple carport, 1/2 basement- heated with 12 foot ceilings, for drop down ceiling. 2 acres, small creek and outbuilding, paved drive, large level front yard. 336-982-9174 LIMITED QUANTITY: 1620 sq ft double wide, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, thermopane windows, dishwasher, quality built 2x4 16 on center construction by Horton Homes... delivered and set up with 5 yr. warranty only $49,995.00. New Generation Homes (336)973-4462. 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 14x72 Single Wide. Brand new. Choose 2 of 3 bedrooms vinyl and shingle. You choose your colors, 5 year warranty only 24,995.00 set and delivered. You will not find better product or price. New Generation Homes (336)973-4462. Stop and see us we will save you money. NEW HOME WITH LAND! All improve­ ments: Landscaped Yard, Concrete Front Covered Porch, Big Back Deck. Must move Now $87,900.00 Will Finance. Call DS Prevette at 973-2335 or 981-6368. 510-Mobile Home Lots for Sale 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 IT'S TIME YOU own your own home! Credit Problems is not a problem, Let Me Help! Land Home Packages in your area. I also have lot models with large savings. Call Big George, 336-973-2335. ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. Best Deal Going: Horton Double Wide... 5 Yr. Warranty, 3 bedrooms. 2 baths, appliances $39,995.00 set and delivered. Only one at this price. New Generation Homes (336)973-4462. Check Out the Jefferson Post for 530-Lots & Acreage Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 1115Professionals the latest deals on FOR HIRE Mobile Homes by Let me help you to create unique lows, Local Dealers Huge 4 Bedroom double wide. Beautiful home 1782 sq ft built right and priced right for $59,995.00 with lots of options, features and upgrades. Come and take a look. We will save you money. New Generation Homes. (336)973-4462. JUST ARRIVED NEW MUST SEE TO BE­ LIEVE 1600 SQ FT HOME AT FREEDOM HOMESWILKESBORO!! Large Master BDR and Bath Room, Large Kitchen, Living Room, Large Utility Room, 2nd and 3rd Bedrooms, Plus Other Options. Priced to Fit Your Budget, Limited Edition Only. Call DS Prevette 973-2335 or 981-6368. Classifieds iimke "Cents' "Cents iimke Dollars" business cards, booklets and camera ready ads. High-end quality at reasonable rates. No job too big or too small. For more information, please call Firefly Graplix at 336-982-5145 or email Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards, Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 Book Publisher Has Two Editorial Positions Available McFarland & Company, Inc., an international reference and scholarly book pub­ lisher in Jefferson, N.C., has two fulltime editorial positions available. Each is a fulltime, multifaceted job, involving editing, proofreading, author rela­ tions, and editorial department administrative duties. A four year college degree (any subject) is required. Psychological maturity, "people skills" and a flair for language are major pluses. Good computer skills are needed. Testing is required. McFarland benefits include a calm supportive work environment, two weeks paid vacation (stepped up with longevity), standard holidays, a superior retirement plan, an insurance package that includes medical and dental as well as short and long term dis­ ability along with long term care, maternity/paternity leaves, a subsidized lunch program and other benefits. There is an annual review for raises and bonuses. 846- Apply by June 8,2007, at the Employment Security Commission only 7164 HUGE GARAGE SALE SAT., MAY 26 7 AM - UNTIL Lots of items. Priced to sell! LEARN Ashe Park Rd. Jefferson YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time 2 times $9.50 $15.00 TRACTOR -TRAILER TRAINING CENTERS • FULL & PART-TIME • CLASSES • CDL TRAINING • • FINANCING • AVAILABLE • JOB PLACEMENT • Copy along with payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Sat. June 2nd 1:00pm Four Tracts of Mountain Property in Alleghany TRACT 1: TRACT 2: TRACT 3: TRACT 4: Summer home, 1.77+/- ac, 3 bdr, lg. screen porch, garage Grassland, 3.05+/- ac, nice view, great sites for home 2.05+/- acres, well on property, excellent home site 1.184 acres, excl. home site, joins pkwy., spring on tract Terms: 10% down day of sale Balance due in 30 days 10% buyers premium. Lead based Inspection must be completed prior to auction. Sells "AS IS." See website for more details. Tues. paper No later then -Frl. 9 am Fri. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. Prime Real Estate ALLIANCE Location: Home of Crick 8. Irene Baldwin AUCTION TO BEIV1 Wythevllle, Virginia 1-800-334-1203 www.alliancetractortrailer.com V (336) 789-2626 www.rogersrealty.com Dale F. Fulk, Sales Mgr. NCAL 685 Directions: From Charlotte, NC-Take I-77 North, Take US Hwy 21 N-Tum Right onto Blue Ridge Parkway. Go North approx. 1/4 mile turn right on Caudill Road. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY , MAY 25, 2007 PAGE 11B Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Von J. Turner, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons hav­ ing claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 1478 NC Hwy 88, West Jefferson, NC 28694 on or before the 20th day of August, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make imme­ diate payment to the undersigned. Having qualified as Executor of the Estates of Clarence Edgar Parsons and Virginia D. Parsons, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against said estates to present them to the undersigned at 2539 Cranberry Springs Rd., Fleet­ wood, NC 28626 on or before the 5th day of August, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immedi­ ate payment to the undersigned. 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS County Courthouse 150 Government Circle Jefferson, North Carolina 11:00 o'clock a.m. May 29. 2007 in the centerline of N.C.S.R. #1364, said point being the north­ western corner of the Miller property; thence with the northwestern line of the Miller prop­ erty and the Stevens and Lee line two cours­ es: 1) thence North 38 degrees 54 minutes 55 seconds East, passing over a 1/2 inch rebar set at 55.53 feet, for a total distance of 286.83 feet to a 1/2 inch rebar set. said rebar being South 79 degrees 21 minutes 19 seconds East, 13.43 feet from a 3/8 inch rebar found, 2) thence North 38 de­ grees 33 minutes 52 seconds East 734.41 feet to a black oak, said oak being South 87 degrees 39 minutes 08 seconds West 1.97 feet from a 3/8 inch rebar found as a refer­ ence point; thence with the northern line of the Miller property and the Lee line eight courses: 1) thence South 84 degrees 15 minutes 38 seconds East 257.79 feet to a 3/8 inch rebar found, 2) thence South 70 degrees 23 minutes 57 seconds East 186.54 feet to a 3/8 inch rebar found, 3) thence South 50 de­ grees 47 minutes 04 seconds East 58.54 feet to a 3/8 inch rebar found, 4) thence South 03 degrees 26 minutes 47 seconds East 78.16 feet to a 3/8 inch rebar found, 5) thence South 53 degrees 04 minutes 35 seconds East 222.87 feet to a 3/4 inch pipe found. 6) thence South 55 degrees 15 minutes 09 seconds East 191.56 feet to a 3/8 rebar found, 7) thence South 71 degrees 31 minutes 29 seconds East 361.09 feet to a 3/8 inch rebar found, 8) thence South 86 degrees 35 minutes 36 seconds East 231.03 feet to a 3/8 inch rebar found; thence with the eastern line of the Miller property and the Jaynes line South 12 degrees 16 minutes 13 seconds West 475.00 feet to a marked white oak, said oak being North 70 degrees 53 minutes 07 seconds East 3.62 feet from a 1/2 inch rebar set; thence with the south­ ern line of the Miller property and the C. Miller and Hart line four courses: 1) thence North 89 degrees 42 minutes 22 seconds West 595.30 feet to a hickory, said hickory being South 70 degrees 49 minutes 28 seconds East 1.34 feet from a 1/2 inch rebar set, 2) thence North 87 degrees 47 minutes 06 seconds West 496.65 feet to a 1/2 inch rebar set, 3) thence North 87 degrees 01 minutes 03 seconds West 417.28 feet to a 1/2 inch rebar set, 4) thence North 89 degrees 02 minutes 06 seconds West, passing over a 1/2 inch rebar set at 362.05 feet, for a total distance of 376.39 feet to a point in the centerline of N.C.S.R. #1364; thence with said centerline two courses: 1) thence North 07 degrees 34 minutes 24 seconds West 57.03 feet to a point, 2) thence North 14 degrees 55 minutes 55 seconds West 139.21 feet to the BEGINNING; contain­ ing 31.023 acres as calculated by coordi­ nate geometry from field data gathered by Thomas Herman Company, PLLC, P.O. Box 519, Jefferson. North Carolina 286400519, 336-846-3352. P.L.S. L-2633, dated September 30, 2004, Job No. 040902. IN RE: ESTATE OF DEAN BRIAN MOYER, Late of Miami, Florida, This the 14th day of May, 2007. Rickie B. Woodie Executor for the Estate of Von J. Turner This the 1st day of May. 2007. Classifieds This is to NOTIFY ALL PERSONS having claims against said Estate to present them to: GRADY LONON, Attorney at Law, 218 East Main Street, P.O. Box 422, Jefferson, NC 28640, on or before August 20th, 2007, three months from the first publication of this NOTICE, or this NO­ TICE will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the Estate will please make immediate pay­ ment to the under­ signed for the Estate. Classifieds Work! Call us at 846-7164 Executor for the Estates of Clarence "Cents make Edgar Dollars" Parsons and Virginia D. Parsons ^CLASSIC WEDDINGS —^ Affordable Decorated Wedding Candelabra Rentals "Large Select ion" Sifli Flowers anil Greenery Delivery, Set-up ami Pick-up Cadfor Appointment 336-982-9725 Darlene Little dandglittle@skybest.coni DWIGHT A. MILLER and all other living heirs of SAMUEL MILLER, Deceased Respondents. UNDER AND BY VIR­ TUE of an Order en­ tered in this matter by the Clerk of Superior Court of Ashe County, North Carolina, on April 16 2007, as modified on April 20, 2007, the undersigned court-ap­ pointed Commissioner will offer for sale to the highest bidder for cash at Being the Samuel Miller property as described in Deed Book U1. Page 328, bounded by the lands of, formerly of, or in possession of the fol­ lowing: on the north by Edward Lee (3121093), on the east by Beryl Jaynes (14-596), on the south by Carl Miller (S4-410) and Mable Hart (306-715), on the west by N.C.S.R. #1364, on the northwest by Paul Stevens (05-499) and Edward Lee (3121093); being more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING on a point NOTICE OF SALE [IBF EXCAVATI\<; H I («• LAWN CARE Northwest Appleseed .rarHOlMF. REPAIRS ATOWNTAM FIELD | | Classic Weddinqs ELIZABETH LYLE, Petitioner, vs. I Excavating & Hauling W MM No J OB Too S MALL! 1 Homesites 'Spring Work ' Lot Clearing ' Basement/Footers the following tract or parcel of land lying and being in Ashe County, North Carolina, and more fully described as follows: Front Door of the Ashe This the 11th day of May, 2007 Johnny Lee Parsons make "Cents' IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 07-SP-27 L_J • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work Comnetil Repairs • Appliance Installation 1 Ponds • Plumbing/Electrical 1 Ditching Seasonal Opening & Closing All types of repairs and maintenance for 1 Driveways ' Gravel. Mulch, Dirt Michael Pennington 336-385-2346 VMobile: 336-977-1312j your home or business. All calls returned. |Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and part time residents of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. Maintenance Contracts by request. v Call me for any project! FREE ESTIMATES!! Thomas Reed - Owner FREE ESTIMATES 9464 Hwy 16 N • Grassy Creek, NC 28631 JFCL T ERRY S AUNDERS 336-877-1014 \TJ AND K HOME IMPROVEMENT^ 336-246-3434 y LAWN SEtfYICEsT Lot Maintenance "Since 1989" Herb Mckittrick Cell: 336-977-1455 336-384-9192 In accordance with the above-referenced Or­ der, as modified, the opening bid shall be no Total Lawn Care H & J ^areWs H&J yfljii D H -V Lawn Services G RASS C UTTING AND Lot Maintenance TRIMMING bSB H BUSHHOGGING ^ Minor Landscaping SMALL BACKHOE Serving Ashe & Alleghany Counties Lawn Care, Inc. Quality Home Repairs • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property LAWN MOWING This sale is subject to any unpaid taxes, prior liens and deed of trust, rights-of-way or ease­ ments, if any, and such other encumbrances and other matters as may appear of record; and will be in all particulars be governed by the provisions of N.C.G.S. §1-339.1, et. seq. \445 Wade Vannoy Dr. * West Jefferson, NC/ 336-982-4651 .. v 336-385-8563 i TRKE SERVICE ' ROOFING Appalachian ASHE COUNTY ROOFING Roofing Co. FREE ESTIMATES Senior Citizens Discounts Serving Wilkes and • • • • ROOP'S ROOFING w "Fully Insured" All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs Licensed in AlorUi Carolina U \\ Install moling of all kinds Roof Painting Insurvd & AI.I. Work Guaranteed Surrounding Counties BOB'S TREE SERVICE Serving the High Country •Tree Trimming •Tree Removal • Dump Truck • Chipper • Clearing Lots • Cutting Views • FREE ESTIMATES FREE ESTIMATES! Owner: Charles Roop Lansing, IMC FREE ESTIMATES Bob Cox [780 Anderson Hill Rd.* Lansing, NC] 336-384-2063 Allen Miller 336-384-3033 .. .. ^ Cell: 977-2978 Home: 384-4978 OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE •i Sony Cox's TREE SERVICE Stump Grinding Sharp Mountain View ~ 'Pione€r njConhr 'Samsung IVienter .Panasonic "Ikyi (fatty SkdMtUc Stpviti 607C S. Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 Landscaping Hedge Trimming FRF.F. ESTIMATES 336-977-1272 or 336-982-6218 , 336-246-HDTV (4388) Fax: 336-246-2443 Kjbmlulely Ihe BEST Prim Possible, J O E ' S FARM BUREAU / INSURANCE AND Auto • Home • Life feJ An AulhortMd Ajwit lot DIRECTV. rj BlueCross BhieShidd w of North Carolina Let's compare rates & service Mountain Welding K yC m s a o b 7 Te r &S r i e e vc , 336-246-8828 | Tree Topping, Trimming and Removal I Helping you is what wedo best. Anmdq*ndMtl<cmna'lh. II* Cron indHue SMdAnoiuton MMalntaillMnmili WrinbMA-M. Ashe County's ONLY NC DOT Certified Pipe Welder Shop located at: 245 Von Tumor Rd. • West Jefferson, NC James Ellis - Owner 17 years experience |V FREE ESTIMATES ALL TYPES OK GRADING • Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds • Land Clearing • Road Building • Septic Systems • Basements • Footers Contact Robert Holman Office: 828-963-4069 Fax: 828-963-8610 Q||. 828-773-6736 J 982-33.15 & Contracting Co. 336-877-5010 Where Quality is a Tradition Serving Ashe, Avery & Watauga • Call 828-773-2805 today and get your disposal removal tomorrow! car Authorized Technicians On Board }0 Plus Years Experience Etzcbiicof<£, "D EPENDABLE AND P ROMPT S ERVICE " is O UR Mono! LICENSED & INSURED Wat TV;p Industrial • Commercial • Residential Bradley W. Mclntyre • Owner No Job Too Small | or Too Large! °rneS">Pfor i®" ELECTRICAL ^I^MCINTYRE DISPOSAL SERVICES Grading Co., Inc Af]ec>»inty's Phone: 336-877-7511 DISPOSAL SERVICES ftoone THEATRES • Commercial • Residential • Customized 24 Hour Woldlng Sorvlco Free Estimates 35 Years Experience Phone: 336-246-5634 Cell: 336-977-8701 • Residential Pick up Service • S40.00 Quarterly • Special Pick up Service Available • Stainless Steel • Aluminum • Mild Steel zenith TVS & HOME Portable Units lor On site Welding Ik sfbli.com • nclbins.com -S 4 JVC r SATELLITE SALES J. SERVICE All Work Guaranteed / Licensed, Bonded & Insured GRAPHIC DESIGN I^R REMODELING/CAR PENT RY • Logos ' Business Carets • Brochures • Camera Ready Ads • Remodel Jobs Deb Holder-Caine •Decks • Additions 336.977 2113 OOLS ON WHEELS R J CAIM: 336-977-2112 • Repairs it Maintenance 336-384-4.352 �PAGE 12B FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 1195-Legals less than $190,189. The highest bidder will be required to make a deposit of ten (10%) percent of the first $1,000.00 and five (5%) of all amounts over the first $1,000.00, as a good faith deposit on said bid. Any successful bidder shall be required to tender the full bal­ ance purchase price so bid in cash or certified check at the time the Commissioner tender a Commissioner's Deed for the property. Should the successful bidder fail to pay the full bal­ ance purchase price so bid at that time, the bid­ der shall remain liable on the bid as provided by statute. GET OUT OF LINK line for government services and information because now the government is officially online at FirstGov.gov, Lose the wait. NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION A Perfect Birthday, Wedding or College Gift! Stay informed with news from Ashe County! The official web portal of the Federal Government For government information by phone, rail l-HOO-FEIMNFO ffhat'a 1-800>SSM«M). U.S. General Service* Administration Check us out online at: www.jeffersonpost.com NUMBER ONE cancer killer. GUI (StubAcrlption for... Name Senior* In Atbu Go. • *33.CO City lungcanceralliance.org A S O T . F K M R O R E Out-nf-County (All) A Gift From: CJ $ 4 0 . 5 0 Name The proposed budget for fiscal year 2007/2008 was submitted to the Ashe County Board of Commissioners at their regular meeting on Monday, May 7, 2007 for their consideration. The following is a summary of the 2007/2008 proposed budget by fund: TO: SAMUEL JOSEPH BLANKENSHIP: A -J S36.0O Address NO MORE LUNG CANCER. Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-enti­ tled action. The nature of the relief being sought is as follows: Termination of Parental Rights of Samuel Joseph Blankenship. You are required to make defense to such pleading not later than June 22, 2007, and upon your failure to do so the party seeking service against you will apply to the court for the relief sought. In Ashe County A public hearing on the budget will be held on June 4, 2007 at 5:00 p.m. in the Commissioners' Meeting Room, Ashe County Courthouse, 150 Government Circle, Suite 3300, Jefferson, North Carolina. Citizens are invited to make oral or written comments. NO MORE EXCUSES. 07-J-29 Fill out the form below and mail with payment to: Jefferson Post Circulation Department • PO Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 BUDGET NOTICE It's the STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, WATAUGA COUNTY IN THE DISTRICT COURT IN THE MATTER OF: BLANKENSHIP •DEED O3XSX30SG3 DGX?i7 DHXpg OSdCKBSl? FirstGov.gov This the 30th day of April, 2007. D. Dale Howard, Commissioner Now you don't have to wait in R . General Fund Court Facilities Fees Fund 4-H Program Activities Fund 4-H Afterschool Fund Enterprise Fund Capital Projects Fund - County Buildings Capital Projects Fund - School Construction Fund Capital Projects Fund - Landfill Construction E911 Special Revenue Fund Community Development Block Grant Fund Economic Development Reserve Fund Register of Deeds Automation Fund $26,950,717.00 41,000.00 729,449.00 181,610.00 2,097,224.00 1,171,214.00 200,000.00 3,200,000.00 455,708.00 400,000.00 326,365.00 25,000.00 This the 16th day May, 2007. For more information about the importance of arts education, please contact David J.Turlington III Attorney at Law 756 W. King Street P. O. Box 140-DTS Boone, NC 28607 TOTALS www. AmericansForTheAr ts.org. Tel: 828-263-8830 Fax: 828-263-8834 Classifieds Work For You! AMERICANS ^ARTS Come Join Out Family at Ashe County Worship Center J FREE! oYtur Who Am 863 Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson WFDNFSPAY $MMM Sunday School 10:00AM Praise & Worship 10:30AM Worship Service 11:00AM Worship and Childrens Ministry 7:00PM lucky Soma? CAROLINA WEST WIRELESS INTRODUCES LUCKY 7! Pastor Chuck Call 336-846-1189 4 ATTENTION un JEFFERSON POST SUBSCRIBERS J[P The 2007/2008 proposed budget is open for public inspection at the Office of Clerk to the Board, Ashe County Courthouse, 150 Government Circle, Suite 2500, Jefferson, North Carolina between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Dan McMillan County Manager May 24, 2007 BUY ONE MOTOROLA 323 CAMERA PHONE FOR $79 AND CET ONE at SUNDAY SERVICES $35,778,287.00 4i* J The calling feature that allows you to make unlimited calls to any 7 people you want, friends, family members, business associates or whoever! IT DOESN'T MATTER WHETHER THEY ARE ON A LAND LINE, A CELL PHONE, OR WITH A DIFFERENT CELL PHONE COMPANY - You can put them in your Lucky 7! And, it's only $7 a month! Certain restrictions apply. See store for details. ACCESS THE JEFFERSON POST ON-LINE Step 1 • Go to www.jeffersonpost.com Step 2 - User name will be the number on your mailing label starting with 0 Step 3 - Password will be your zip code For more information, contact: Circulation Manager • JoEvclyn Roop at 846-7164 to*" • • YOU CAN HELP! Retail Locations — Agents West Jefferson Skyline Telephone 1079 NC Hwy 194 N T&D Satellite Tony Lyall West Jefferson 948 Hwy 221 Business 336-846-3601 West Jefferson 1447 Mt. lefferson Rd BETWEEN NOW AND THE END OF MAY, WHEN YOU ACTIVATE A NEW LINE SERVICE, HALF OF THE ACTIVATION FEE WILL BE DONATED TO THE -t ASHE COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY. Carolina West ^-Wireless �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 13B FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2007 COMMUNITY NEWS Class of 2007's Scholarships Brandy Annette Taylor Ashe County Food Service Scholarship Plans to attend CCC & TI Chris Trent Lees-McRae College Merit LMC Performing Arts Plans to attend Cape Fear CC $500.00 $500.00 WCU-UNC Need Based Grant WCU Tuition Grant WCU Federal Work Study Leviton Scholarship Jeremy Elliott Scholarship Winsett Memorial Scholarship Plans to attend Virginia Tech $500.00 $20,000.00 $8,000.00 $28,000.00 Adam Trivette Plans to attend WCC Blue Ridge Electric Scholarship $400.00 $400.00 $400.00 Tosha Vanover Plans to attend WCC WCC-J.B. Hash Scholarship $400.00 $400.00 $400.00 $1,900.00 $15,000.00 $16,900.00 $1,900.00 $15,000.00 $400.00 $400.00 $400.00 Kendi Walton Elon University NC Tuition Grant Elon University Presidential Plans to attend Elon University Whitney Ward Plans to attend WCC WCC-J.B. Hash Scholarship Joshua C. Wheeler Tina Wilcox WCC-Scott Thompson Scholarship Plans to attend CCC&TI $400.00 Sarah Winebarger Lenoir Rhyne College Amber Workman $3,400.00 $500.00 $1,073.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $500.00 $15,743.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $500.00 Sarah Wright Duke University Scholarship $27,290.00 Duke University-NC Tuition -Fall $950.00 Duke University-NC Tuition -Spring $950.00 Duke University-Federal Work Study $1,800.00 ACAE $250.00 Plans to attend Duke University $31,240.00 $27,290.00 $950.00 $950.00 $1,800.00 $250.00 Project Graduation-Ashe County Leaders of Tomorrow $10,000.00 Warrensville Methodist Church Scholarships Wake Forest University-College $8,700.00 Wake Forest University-Supply $3,600.00 Wake Forest University-Aux $4,000.00 WFU-NC Legislative Tuition Grant $1,900.00 WFU-CNC Contractual Scholarship $4,000.00 WFU-NC Student Incentive Grant $700.00 WFU-Federal Pell Grant $4,310.00 WFU-Federal (SEOG) Grant $2,000.00 Lynchburg College-Annual $5,000.00 Lynchburg -Federal Work Study $1,100.00 Lynchburg College-Federal Pell Grant $4,310.00 Lynchburg College-Hopwood School $12,000.00 Lynchburg College Grant $3,286.00 Ursinus College Fund $6,000.00 Ursinus CollegeScholarship $17,000.00 Ursinus College-Supplemental Grant $2,000.00 Ursinus College-Federal Pell Grant $4,310.00 $84,216.00 Plans to attend WFU (continued from page 4B) $10,000.00 $10,000.00 $6,000.00 $6,000.00 $6,000.00 Totals Accepted: $1,266,641.00 Offered: $2,187,740.00 These animals are available far atopfm $400.00 WCU-Federal Pell Grant $3,160.00 WCU-NC Tuition Grant $700.00 WCU-Est Academic Competition $750.00 WCU-UNC Need Based Grant $3,400.00 WCU-Tuition Grant $500.00 WCU-federal Work Study $1,800.00 Gardner-Webb - Academic $750.00 Gardner-Webb - Presidential $7,500.00 Gardner-Webb - Federal Pell Grant $3,160.00 Gardner-Webb - Legislative Tuition $1,900.00 Gardner-Webb - Federal Work Study $1,730.00 Lenoir Rhyne College - Scholars $36,000.00 Lenoir Rhyne College - Scholar $1,000.00 Lenoir Rhyne College - Pell Grant $3,160.00 Lenoir Rhyne - NC Contractual $1,850.00 Lenoir Rhyne - NC Tuition Grant $1,900.00 Lenoir Rhyne College- Honors Trustee $1,000.00 Lenoir Rhyne College - Grant in Aid $2,850.00 NC Nurse Scholars to Lenoir Rhyne $5,000.00 $78,110.00 Blossom is a long-hair kitty, black with "highlight" markings. She has a docile. sweet disposition, is litter trained and accustomed to being indoors. Hon^ is a delicate, little calico who has been fostered and bottle fed. She is tiny and feisty and looking for a permanent home. Scout is a 6 wk old shepherd/collie mix of black/brown coloring, She would be good with kids and make a wonderful companion. Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located directly in front of the Armoiy on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesoclety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West lefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@skybest.com Virginia Tech-Aldridge Scholarship $1,070.00 Virginia Tech-Grant $4,000.00 UNC Asheville-NC Tuition Offset $1,000.00 UNC Asheville-NC Need Based Grant $500.00 UNC Asheville-UNC Need Based $1,700.00 Sunday/ JVtay 27H 2:30pm at yVsHelawn ]Wemor\a\ Gardens ASHELAWN MEMORIAL CHAPEL. GARDENS & MAUSOLEUM ... In conjunction with: J VF U N E R A L H O M_ • Ashe County High School JROTC • Veterans of Foreign Wars • American Legion • , Disabled American Veterans • 1450th Transportation Unit ofNC National Guard • �PAGE14B FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Skyland Books' "Moveable Feast" to feature Ann Ross Ann Ross, author of the popular "Miss Julia" series of humorous Southern nov­ els, will highlight this year's "Moveable Feast" author lun­ cheon sponsored by Skyland Books and Gifls. The luncheon will be held at Fraser's Restaurant in West Jefferson at 12 noon on Monday, June 11. This the third year for the event which has featured such well-known writers as Lee Smith, Bob Inman and Sharyn McCrumb. A total of eight North and South Carolina writers will participated and will circulate among the tables to talk about their books during lunch. They will be available to talk to luncheon guests and sign books after lunch. People may bring books to have signed, and books will be available for sale. The other seven writers and their books are: -Jamie Brady Brown, "Angelo and the Master," a chil­ dren's book about a mouse who watches Michelangelo paint the Sistine Chapel. The daughter of John Brady, who worked with the Blue Ridge Art Clan for a number of years, also illustrated the book. -Dot Jackson, "Refuge," an award-winning Appalachian novel. Dot has had a lifelong career in newspapers and wrote for The Charlotte Ob­ server for many years. -Mark de Castrique, "Fi­ nal Undertaking." Mark has written a series of mysteries based on a former policeman Molly Hanes receives Centennial Scholarship Molly Hopkins Hanes from Glendale Springs, N.C. is a senior at Ashe County High School, where she earned the position of co-Salutatorian of the graduating class. Molly has been awarded one of only five North Carolina Textile who moves to a small town in the mountains to take over his father's undertaking busi­ ness. This is the fourth book in the series. -Rose Senehi, "Pelican Watch." This romantic/sus­ pense novel is set in the South Carolina low country. Cassandra King, author of "The Sunday Wife" and "Same Sweet Girls" (and author Pat Conroy's wife) said, "Pelican Watch" has everything I look for in a great read: colorful sentences, memorable charac­ ters and a plot that keeps you turning the pages". -Cameron Judd, "Boone." This award-winning, highly acclaimed novel is based on the life of Daniel Boone. -Clint Johnson, "Politically Incorrect Guide to the South" and "In the Footsteps of Rob­ ert E. Lee." Johnson, an expert on the Civil War, also wrote "Touring the Carolinas' Civil War Sites." His "Politically Incorrect" book provides a dif­ ferent insight into the history of this region. -Kevin Stewart, "Exploring the Geology of the Carolinas." This book is a field guide to favorite places from Chimney Rock to Charleston. It pairs a brief geological history of the region with 31 field trips to easily accessible, often-famil­ iar locations including nine mountain sites. Tickets are $25.00, which includes lunch, and are lim­ ited due to space. To purchase a ticket, go by Skyline Books & Gifts in downtown West Jefferson. For more information call the store at 846-2660. Students help environment The second grade classes at Blue Ridge Elementary cele­ brated Earth Day and Arbor Day by learning about the impor­ tance of trees to our environment. Park RangerTracy from M.t Jefferson visited with the classes. The second graders also planted maple tree seedlings on the school campus and then were able to take a seedling home to plant with their family. Foundation Centennial Schol­ arships to study in a textile degree program at NC State. The Centennial Scholarship is the largest college-based scholarship offered at NC State University and is valued at nearly $50,000 over four years. While in high school, Molly was a member of the high school Student Council D.R.E.A.M. Team, where she and others helped to mentor young children on ways to set positive goals in life. Further­ more, Molly volunteered with the United Methodist Youth Group, Meals on Wheels, Proj­ ect Graduation and Springfest Arts. She was also an active member and leader of the cheerleading team, which placed 2nd in their division during a competition held at NC State. Likewise, Molly was an active participant on both the cross country and track & field teams earlier in her high school career. With any spare time, Molly worked part-time at Mountain Outfit­ ters, The Body Shop, and Vera Bradley throughout her time in school. As a soon-to-be stu­ dent at NC State, Molly plans to study Textile & Apparel Management. 982-4060 WestMfenoidl 1778 Mount (Jefferson Roa«Ir* West Jefferson. NC 336-8464636 • www.wjclicvy.iiet • j — - - AN AMERICAN R VOLUTION �3 salute to the 3she dountg jSchool graduating class of 2007 in - " ••'fK ••• •••• . v - f. m f• ' •••••••••••• • 3 �PAGE 2C FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SALUTE TO THE CLASS OF 2007 Please note: This section contains information provided to us by members of the Class of 2007 on or before May 8. Because of space limita­ tions, we have tried to only include activities and awards directly related to school. v A 3! \k Katherine Baldwin Laura Absher Nanci Madariaga Parents: Helen and Randy Baldwin Activities: 9-11 Track and Field; 11-12 Photography Club, Beta Club Future Plans: Attend 4year school and major in Pho­ tography. Parents: Terry and Lisa Alvarado Absher Parents: Jorge Madariaga Activities: 9 Kinetics Club, Soto and Maria Delagua Sal­ JV Cheerleading, assisted vador with Ashe County Youth Future Plans: I want to go Cheerleading Camps; 10 JV to college. Cheerleading, assisted with Ashe County Youth Cheer­ leading Camps, Rotary Club, Kinetics Club; 11 Varsity Cheerleading (received cheer­ leading letter), assisted with Cheerleading Camps, Rotary Club, Beta Club, Kinetics Club; 12 Varsity Cheerlead­ ing, assisted with Cheerlead­ ing Camps, Rotary Club, Beta Club, Kinetics Club Awards: 9 A-Honor Roll, Academic Excellence; 10 Jour­ nalism Award, A-Honor Roll, Josh Bare Who's Who Among American Parents: Billy and Linda Bare High School Students, Aca­ demic Excellence; 11 Junior Marshall, A-B Honor Roll, Ac­ ademic Excellence; 12 ACHS Jennifer Andrews 2006-2007 Yearbook Editor, Parents: Tammy Lowe A-B Honor Roll, Academic Activities: 10 JV Soccer; 11 Excellence Future Plans: I plan to at­ Varsity Soccer, Photography tend Appalachian State to Club Awards: 9 A-B Honor Roll; major in Elementary Educa­ 10 A-B Honor Roll; 11 A-B tion. Honor Roll; 12 A-B Honor Roll Future Plans: I plan to go to Wilkes Community Col­ lege, and then transfer to Ap­ palachian State University, majoring in Architecture. * v Josh Ryan Bare Parents: Amy Barker Activities: 11 Beta Club; 12 Beta Club Awards: 9 A-B Honor Roll; 10 A-B Honor Roll; 11 A-B Honor Roll; 12 Artist of the Week, A-B Honor Roll Future Plans: Attending Western Carolina University, majoring in Music. Cassandra Dawn Adams Parents: Shana Weaver; Eddie and Franny Adams Activities: 9 Lansing La­ dies Auxiliary 2001-2004; 10 JV Soccer; 11 Varsity Soccer Future Plans: I plan to at­ tend Wilkes Community Col­ lege for 2 years and possibly transfer somewhere to study psychology. Billy Lloyd Arnold Parents: Sherrie Mahala Activities: 9-12 FFA Awards: 12 Optimist Club Future Plans: I plan on at­ tending WCC for 2 years and transferring to ASU, where I plan on receiving a Bachelor's Degree in Business. b :;,L 0 m Kelly Barr V Alexander Darrel Addison (Alex) Parents: Roger and Sandy Addison Activities: 9-11 JROTC; 912 FFA Awards: 9-10 Greenhand Degree (FFA); 12 State De­ gree (FFA) Future Plans: Attend For­ syth Tech Community Col­ lege for 2 years and transfer to N.C. State for a degree in Horticulture and Livestock Management. George Baker Parents: Garland and Hil­ da Baker Activities: 9-11 Soccer; 912 Basketball; 10-12 Rotary Club; 11-12 Beta Club, Span­ ish Honor Society Awards: 11 Beta Club; 12 Student Body President Future Plans: Western Carolina, Fish and Wildlife Congratulations to the Class Of 2007! Parents: Kenneth and Ja­ net BanActivities: 9-10 4-H Blue Ridge Conservation Corps; 10 JROTC, Gearup Camp College; 10-12 TSA Club; 11 Part-time job at Nations Inn, Gear-up Appalachian State University for 2 weeks, 11-12 National Honor Roll nominee Awards: 10-11 Gear-up Camp College; 10 JROTC rib­ bons; 11-12 National Honor Roll nominee; 12 1>1 place competition winner in TSA Club Future Plans: Work and go to college. xf w Kevin Bledsoe Parents: Donald and Kar­ en Bledsoe Future Plans: Work and go to college. . A. Ashley Lynn Blevins Parents: Roger and Teresa Blevins Activities: 9-12 Marching and Symphonic Band; 10-12 Steel Band, JV Softball; 11-12 Varsity Tennis, Varsity Soft­ ball, Rotary Club, Beta Club, FCA; 12 HOSA Awards: 9-10 Outstanding Dedication Award for March­ ing Band, Perfect Atten­ dance, Academic Excellence; 10-11 Most Improved Award for Symphonic Band; 11-12 Outstanding Band Member for Marching Band, Coach's Award for Tennis; 12 John Phillip Sousq Award for Sym­ phonic Band Future Plans: Attend Lenoir-Rhyne College and enrolling in the Nursing Pro­ gram. Christopher Aaron Blevins Parents: Richard Lee and Frances E. Blevins Activities: 10 Wrestling, 10-12 Track; 10-12 Mission to Mexico; 11-12 Soccer; 11-12 Beta Club Awards: 11 All Confer­ ence in 110 Hurdles (track), second place in 300 hurdles; 12 All Conference in Triple Jump, 110 Hurdles and 300 Hurdles. Heather Mae Blevins Parents: April Blevins and Jerral Blevins Activities: 9-12 French Club, 11 Photography Club Awards: 12 Academic Ex­ cellence Future plans: Attend Ap­ palachian State University to major in journalism. i :* :• r Kendra Cheri Blevins Dustin Blevins Parents: Tony Blevins and Angela Tipton Activites: 9-10 VICA, 9-10 Spanish Club, 9-10 NJROTC Awards: 9-11 Who's Who Future plans: To obtain a degree in nursing as a CRNA. Ashley Renee Blevins Go Huskies! Parents: Shane and Kim Blevins Activities: 9 JV Volleyball, JV Softball, Concert Band; 10-12 Varsity Volleyball, Var­ sity Softball, Marching Band, Symphonic Band Awards: 9 Most Improved in Band; 10 Honorable Men­ tion; 10-11 All Conference in Softball; 11 Section Leader Clarinet, Outstanding Lead­ ership; 12 Drum Major, FBLA Secretary Future Plans: Attend Western Carolina University, major in Forensics or Sports Management. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2007 PAGE 3C SALUTE TO THE CLASS OF 2007 luft & Corps, Director's Award, Most Outstanding and Senior Award. Future plans: Go into col­ lege and go into some sort of medical field where I can work with kids. • Timothy Glenn Blevins Parents: Amanda Miller, Sam Blevins Activities: 9 JROTC I; 10 JROTC II; 11 JROTC III; 12 JROTC IV Future Plans: Go to school for Law Enforcement. Aaron Burchette Parents: Mark Burchette, Linda Viez Audrey Brown Parents: Wendy Brown and John Brown Activities: 9 Kinetics, 10 JV Basketball, 10-11 SADD, 12 HOSA Awards: 9-12 Academic Excellence; 9-11 Honor Roll; 10 Most Improved in JV Bas­ ketball Future plans: Attend col­ lege in Boone, major in chem­ istry, then transfer to Asheville (UNC), medical school for pediatrics. Danielle Calhoun Parents: Doug Calhoun, Jr. and Cindy Calhoun Activities: 9-11 Spanish Club, 9-12 HOSA Club; 11-12 Beta Club, Vision Screener, Certified in CPR and First Aid Awards: 9 National Honors Society, A Honor Roll; 10 Na­ tional Society of High School Scholars, A-B Honor Roll; 11 Junior Marshall, Spanish Honors Society, A-B Honor Roll; 12 Spanish Honors Soci­ ety, A-B Honor Roll Future Plans: Attend Western Carolina University and plan to be dentist or fam­ ily physician. Ashley Michelle Burgess Ashley Bower Parents: Jill and Quentin Caudill Activities: 9-12 Marching & Symphonic Band; 9 and 11 Soccer; 10-12 Tennis, assisted Soccer coach at Blue Ridge; 12 Percussion Ensemble Awards: Nominated for Who's Who Among American Johnathon Burrell High School Students Activities: 9-12 Marching Future Plans: Major in Secondary Music Education Band; 9-12 JROTC; 10 Con­ and Minor in Vocal Perfor­ cert band; 11-12 Symphonic Band mance. Awards: 11 Perfect At­ tendance; 12 Marching band - outstanding dedication. Future plans: Civil ser­ vice. Parent: Julie Calhoun Activities: 9-12 JROTC, 9 JV volleyball; 10-12: Drill team; 11-12 Beta Club; 12 JROTC Raider team. Awards: 9 Superior Cadet, highest GPA; 11 Junior Mar­ shal; 12 N.C. Scholar, 12 Drill team commander Future plans: Attend Hocking College to become a nurse. Wmm h 1" If Parents: Martha Brown Activities: 9-10 Ashe Coun­ ty Vanguard Marching Band, Concert Band; 10 Symphonic Band, Choir Future Plans: To become a bartender and open my own bar someday. 'VHP: Heather Campbell m-£ • Parents: Sheila and John Johnston Awards: 12 National Arts Honor Society Future Plans: Finish Cos­ metology School. vV Parents: Donnie and Sha­ ron Calhoun Activities: 11 Sapp Cem­ etery Community Service Awards: 9-11 A-B Honor Roll, Perfect Attendance Future Plans: Wilkes Com­ munity College, Computer Science Nathan Caffey Congratulations To T!ie 2007 CIl a s s . 2007 Parents: Howard and Brenda Pierce Activities: 10-11 SADD, 11-12 Beta Club Awards: 9-12 Academic Excellence, 9-12 Honor Roll, 11 Erskine Fellow Future plans:Attend North Carolina State University. Parents: Vivian E. Severt Activities: 9-11 Marching Band (Drum Line); 10 Percus­ sion Ensemble, Steel Drum Band; 11 Mason I, Mountain Music Guitar I, Welding I; 12 Mason II, Welding II, Moun­ tain Music Guitar I and II Awards: 9 and 11 Superior, Marching Band and Drum Line; 10 Marching Band, Drum Line and Percussion Ensemble, Steel Drum Band Future Plans: Go to college and get a good-paying job! Class of 2007 rules! Tiffany Boyd Sterlyn Bumgarner Christopher Lee Caudill Bradley Carpenter 2004 Parents: John and Melissa Brabson Activities: 10-12 Marching Band; 10-12 Flag Corps; 12 Rifle team Awards: 10 Flag Corps, Most Improved; 11 Flag Corps, Outstanding; 12 Flag ? B Nathan R. Calhoun Brittany Louise Brown Kelly Brabson Parents: Ricky and Sandra Carpenter Activities: 9 FFA; 10 FFA; 11 FFA; 12 FFA, HOSA Awards: 9 Greenhand Award, A-B Honor Roll, Na­ tional Honors Society; 10 Outstanding Students Award, Academic Excellence Award, A-B Honor Roll, National So­ ciety of High School Scholar; 11 Chapter Award, A-B Hon­ or Roll; A-B Honor Roll Future Plans:Attend West­ ern Carolina University to re­ ceive a degree in Nursing. Sid Carpenter Brittany Anne Brown Parents: Danny and Cindy Bower Activities: 9-10 JV Volley­ ball, 9 JV Soccer; 9-12 SADD Club; 9-12 FTA Club; 10 Varsity Soccer; 10 Marching Band; 11-12 Beta Club Awards: 9-12 National Honor Society; 11-12 Who's Who Among American High School Students. Future Plans:Attend West­ ern Carolina University and major in physical therapy. Kristin Carpenter Parents: Robin Simms and Jimmy Campbell Activities: 12 HOSA plans: Attend Future Caldwell Community Col­ lege and then go on to attend ASU. Emma Calhoun Stephanie Renea Bower £m m 1 • I Ashley Campbell Parents: Donna Burgess Activities: 9-10 JROTC; 912 Talent Search Awards: 9 JROTC Awards Future Plans: Attend Wil­ kes Community College and transfer to a 4-year college. Parents: Greg and Nancy Bower Activities: 9-12 Indoor Track, Track; 10-11 SADD, FTA Awards: 9 and 12 Regional Qualifier in Pole Vault; 10-11 State Qualifier in Pole Vault Future Plans: Attend UNC Chapel Hill. Robert Calhoun Parents: Mike and Tammy Calhoun Future plans: Become an auto mechanic. I Congratulations to the Clsfve County, Musky Class of, 20C7 &iom Mack <£ the Qang Warrensuille S)mg Store Mwy 88 West Warrensoille 384-39CC / U e Countij huskies From All Of Us At 160 Northwest School Road • Warrensville, NC JDiploina 336-384-2929 « �PAGE 4C FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SALUTE TO THE CLASS OF 2007 .t j t w• % s. ; far - I I Corey Clark Amy Marie Curcio Jessica Lane Caudill Parents: Tim and Andrea Caudill Activities: 9 Marching Band, Concert Band, Solid Rock Youth Group; 10 March­ ing Band, Symphonic Band, Solid Rock Youth Group, FCA; 11 Marching Band, Symphon­ ic Band, Solid Rock Youth Group, FCA, National Beta Club; 12 Marching Band, Symphonic Band, Solid Rock Youth Group, FCA, National Beta Club Awards: 9 Academic Excel­ lence, Concert Band Student Choice Award; 10 Academic Excellence, Marching Band Most Improved; 11 Academic Excellence, Honors US His­ tory Excellence; 12 Academic Excellence, Marching Band Most Dedicated, Marching Band Outstanding Leader­ ship. Symphonic Band Most Dedicated, Symphonic Band Student Choice Award Future Plans: Attend Campbell University and ma­ jor in Chemistry. Casey Cockerham Parents: Rita Curcio Activities: 9-12 Varsity Tennis, Drama, FTA; 10 JV Soccer, Dream Team, FTA; 11-12 Beta Club Awards: 9-12 Academic Achievement, National Hon­ or Society, All Conference, Regional Qualifier in Tennis; 10 Team-Before-Self Award; 11 Most Valuable Player, Beta Club Secretary; 12 State Qualifier in Tennis, Doubles Champion, #1 Conference, top 4 in NC in Doubles Com­ petition Future Plans: To attend Campbell University, and ma­ jor in English or Journalism. Kaleb Davis Parents: Tracy and Brenda Davis Activities: 9: Freshman Basketball; 9 JV Football; 10 Varsity Football; 10 JV Bas­ ketball; 10-12 Rotary Club; 11-12 Varsity Basketball; 1112 Beta Club; 12 Optimist Club Awards: 9-12 A-B Honor Roll; 9 Freshman Basketball, MVP; 10 Football, letter; 10 Miller Insurance/Dr Pepper Invitational, All-Tournament Best Offensive Player; 11 Governor's School nominee; 11-12 Varsity Basketball, let­ ter, Coach's Award (12); 12 MVAC All-Tournament Se­ lection (basketball); 12 NC Scholar; 12 Spanish Honor Society. Future plans: I plan to at­ tend Appalachian State Uni­ versity and major in Busi­ ness, or pursue a career in architecture. Michael Cockerham Parent: Charles Cocker­ ham Jr. Activities: 9 JROTC, 9 Soc­ cer Awards: 9-12 A-B Honor Roll Future plans: Go to Wilkes Community College and be in construction. Jake Dancy IS Andrea F. Cheek Parents: Rodney and Lisa Cheek Activities: 9 JV Softball; 9-12 FFA, member of Gap Creek Baptist Church; 12 Beta Club Awards: 9 FFA Greenhand Degree; 10 FFA Chapter De­ gree, Chapter FFA Histiorian; 11 State FFA Degree, Chapter t FA Second Vice President; 12 ( hapter FFA President, Northwest Regional Trea­ surer b uture Plans: Attend North Carolina State Univer­ sity, major in Extension Edu­ cation, and become a county Extension Agent. Whitney Day Parents: Kevin and Ginger Hopson Activities: 9 JV Volleyball, 9 JV Softball, 9-10 JV Basket­ ball, 10-12 Varsity Volleyball, 10 Track; 10-12 FFA. Awards: 9 JV Volleyball, Best All-Around player; 10 Track, All Conference, 10 FFA, Greenhand degree, 11 Varsity Volleyball, Best De­ fensive Player, All-Confer­ ence Honorable Mention, 11 FFA, Chapter Degree and Reporter, 12 FFA, second vice president, 12 Varsity Volley­ ball, Top Server ' Future plans: I plan to go to Wilkes and get a degree in early childhood education, and then, when I become old enough, go to trooper school. I also plan on settling down with the man of my dreams and have a family. Ashley Dillard Lee Critcher Parents: Rich and Phyllis Critcher Activities: 9-12 Football, 9 Baseball, 10-12 Rotary Club, 11 FIFA Future Plans: Caldwell Community College and then transferring to Appalachian State University. Parent: Carolyn Daugh­ erty Future Plans: Finding a job! Paul Davis Parents: Kenny Davis and Cindy Davis Activities: 9-12 Football; 912 Band; 9 JROTC Future plans: Military Parents: Danny Dollar and Sandy Dollar Activities: 9 JV Cheerleading, Freshman Class President, HOSA Club, JV Women's Soccer, Volunteer at Circle of Friends Daycare; 10 Kinetics Club, HOSA Club, JV Women's Soccer; 11 Beta Club, Rotary Club, HOSA Club, Women's Varsity Soc­ cer; 12 Beta Club, HOSA Club, Volunteer at Segraves Care Center, Women's Varsity Soccer Awards: 9 Coaches Award JV Soccer, Academic Excel­ lence; 10 Coaches Award JV Soccer/Best Defensive Player, English II Award, Academic Excellence; 11 BETA Club, lettered in Varsity Soccer, Ju­ nior Marshall, Spanish Hon­ ors Society, Academic Excel­ lence; 12 Lettered in Varsity Soccer, NC Scholar, received NC Nursing Scholars Schol­ arship, Certified Nursing As­ sistant, Academic Excellence Future Plans: To attend Lenoir Rhyne University and major in Nursing, After work­ ing 2 years, then I plan to re­ turn to school to receive my Masters in Nursing. Darron Dotson Parents: Edith Dillard, step-dad Jerry Dillard, dad Billy Lewis. William Ray Daugherty John Cicero Keelan Davis Parents: Tracy and Brenda Davis Activities: 9 Basketball, Football; 10-12 Varsity Foot­ ball, Rotary Club; 11-12 Beta Club Awards: 9 Most Improved Basketball; 11 Best Defensive Back; 11-12 All Conference Varsity Football; 12 Coach's Award Varsity Football Future Plans: Go to Appa­ lachian, and major in Busi­ ness. Jordain Somer Dollar Zach Davis Parents: Kevin and Monika Dotson Activities: 9-10 JV Base­ ball; 10-12 Varsity Baseball; 9 Outdoor Club; 10 JV Basket­ ball; 11-12 Beta Club; 11-12 Rotary Club Awards: 9-12 Academic Achievement Future Plans: I plan to at­ tend Western Carolina Uni­ versity and major in sports management. I also wish to play baseball. Historical note: Most of the Class of 2007 started kindgergarten in 1995. Go Huskies! r O MQ A U a i n R T L to s To ALL GRADUATING Asbe COUNTY STUDENTS from Georgia Gortex Insulated Work Boots Western Boots for Men, Women & Children T-shirts & Western Wear for the Whole Family Open Thesday - Saturday 9am - 5pm Dot Sturgill - Owner 1750 Hwy 88 West (next to Ashe Abattoir), West Jefferson • 336-246-4343 ISO/14001 ISO/TS16949 AN APPTBMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2007 PAGE 5C SALUTE TO THE CLASS OF 2007 Club, NC Scholar, 4-Year Letterman Award, Coach's Award and All Conference Honorable Mention in Tennis Future Plans: To attend NC State University, and ma­ jor in Biomedical Engineer­ ing. Jason Dunphy Parents: Mark and Susan Zawodnian Activities: 9-11 Football; 10 Baseball; 11-12 Tennis Future Plans: I plan to at­ tend ASU and receive a B.S. in Broadcasting Journalism. Leia Ruth Eldreth Parents: Mike and Diane Eldreth Activities: 9 JV Softball; 10 Varsity Soccer, French Club; 11 Varsity Soccer, French Club, National Beta Club; 12 Varsity Soccer (Captain), Na­ tional Beta Club Awards: 9 Perfect Atten­ dance^ Honor Roll, Academic Honor Student; 10 Academic Award in Civics and Econom­ ics, A Honor Roll, Academic Honor Student; 11 Perfect Attendance, A Honor Roll, Junior Marshall, Academic Honor Student, Letter in Var­ sity Soccer; 12 A Honor Roll, Assistant Editor of Yearbook, Academic Honor Student, let­ ter in Varsity Soccer Future Plans: I plan to at­ tend NC State University and major in biomedical engineer­ ing. Tiffany Dyson Curtis Elliott V sity Soccer, Tennis, Marching Band, Symphonic Band, Steel Drum Band, Jefferson United Methodist Youth Group, Beta Club National Honor Society, Junior Marshall, Member of Ashley Frye World Vision; 12 Varsity Soc­ Parents: Richard T. Frye Activities: 9-12 Commu­ cer, Marching Band, Sym­ nity service involvement with phonic Band, Jefferson Unit­ A.S.H.E., Drama Club; 9-11 ed Methodist Youth Group, Math Club; 9 and 11 Talent Beta Club National Honor Search; 10-11 Ashe County Society, Member of World Vi­ High School Mascot; 10-11 sion Christian Relief Founda­ Quiz Bowl; 11-12 French tion Awards: 9 Academic Excel­ Club, Beta Club; 12 Educa­ lence, NCHSAA Scholar Ath­ tional Talent Search Awards: 9-12 A-B Honor lete, Symphonic Band Out­ Roll, National Honor Roll; 11 standing Member, Awarded Bryhill Leadership Confer­ two superiors in Music; 10 Academic Excellence, award­ ence Scholarship Winner Future Plans: Go to NC ed three Superiors in Music, State and become a forensic NCHSAA Scholar Athlete; 11 Academic Excellence, Junior scientist. Marshall, Beta Club, March­ ing Band Outstanding Lead­ ership Award, Symphonic Band Outstanding Dedica­ tion, Section leader in Sym­ phonic and Marching Band, awarded three Superiors and one State Superior in Music; 12 Academic Excellence, Beta Club, Marching Band Member of the Year, Marching Band Outstanding Dedication, Sec­ tion Leader for Marching and Symphonic Band, Honor, Mu­ sician Award, awarded two Superiors in Music Future Plans: Attend Elon University and major in Mu­ sic Education and minor in Jazz Studies. Leah Elizabeth Fulbright Nathan Scott Eller Parents: Carolyn and Jeff Dyson Activities: 12 FFA Future Plans: I plan to go to a 2-year college. Future Plans: I plan to at­ tend Wilkes Community Col­ lege, and get my degree in Dental Assisting. Parents: Charlie Ellis, Jr. and Teresa Ellis Awards: 9 A-B Honor Roll; 10 A-B Honor Roll; 11 A-B Honor Roll; 12 A-B Honor Roll Future Plans: I plan on getting my CDL's and maybe later be a construction con­ tractor and own my own busi­ ness. Parents: Joe and Kalen Fulbright Activities: 9 Varsity Soccer, Tennis, Marching Band, Sym­ phonic Band, Jefferson Unit­ ed Methodist Youth Group; 10 Varsity Soccer, Tennis, Marching Band, Symphonic Band, Jefferson United Meth­ odist Youth Group; 11 Var- Chris Edwards Parents: Darren and Jane Edwards Activities: 9-12 Varsity Wrestling; 10 JV Football; 11 Varsity Football Future plans: Plan to at­ tend WCC, major in law en­ forcement. iff ffiff Emily Gamble Parents: Marc and Cheryl Gamble Activities: 9-12 Cross Coun­ try; 9-12 Track; 10-11 Student Council; 10-11 DREAM Team; 11-12 Beta Club; 11-12 Span­ ish Honors Society Awards: 9-12 All-Confer­ ence Track; 9-12 Lettered in Track and Cross Country; 9-12 Scholar Athlete; 9-12 11-12 All-Conference Cross Country; 11 Junior Marshal; 12 Wendy's High School Heisman. Future plans: Attend UNCWilmington to study biology and participate in the Honors Scholars Program. Congratulations to the ClaSS Of 2007! Good Luck to the Class ot Kristen Elledge Parents: John and Marcie Elledge Activities: 9-10 JV Cheerleading; 11-12 Varsity Cheerleading (12 co-captain); 11-12 Beta Club; 11-12 Rotary Club; 12 Ashe Youth Optimist Club Honors: 9-12 Academic Achievement; 10 Homecom­ ing Court Future Plans: I plant to attend Western Carolina Uni­ versity and major in nutrition and dietetics. mm Nobody comes close to the number of national HD channels in DishHD" Katlyn Farmer Parents: Judy Farmer and Tim Farmer Activities: 9 Chorus, 9-10 4-H program; 11 Smoke Free Dining Day Awards: 12 A-B Honor Roll Future Plans: Pre-K teach­ ing NOT Time Warner Cable. NOT Cablevision. NOT Comcast. NOT Cox Communications. NOT Charter. NOT DirecTV. Eller Kristin Leanne Edwards Parents: Doug Edwards and Tonya Orr Activities: 9-12 ACHS Chamber Singers; 9 Track, 9-12 Kinetics Club; 10-11 HOSA Club; 10-12 Dancin' Debbies School of Dance; 10 JV Soccer; 11-12 Beta Club; 11-12 ACHS Flag Corps Awards: 9-12 A-B Honor Roll; 12 Outstanding Member o f ACHS Flag Corp Future Plans: Attend Ap­ palachian State University, and major in Architecture. Parents: Junior and Joann Eller Activities: 9-10 JROTC; 9 Marching Band, JV Basket­ ball, Varsity Outdoor Track; 9-12 Varsity Tennis; 10 Varsi­ ty Soccer; 10-12 Dream Team; 11 Rotary Interact Club; 1112 Beta Club; 12 Student Council Awards: 9 Most Improved and All Conference Honor­ able Mention in Tennis; 10 Never Give Up Award in Tennis; 11 Junior Marshall, Vice President in Beta Club, Secretary of Rotary Club, Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Ashe County Youth Volunteer Award; 12 President of Beta Julia Fields Parents: Rhonda and Wil­ liam Fields Activities: 9 FFA; 10 Out­ door Track, FFA; 11 Outdoor Track, Beta Club; 12 Beta Club Awards: 9 A Honor Roll; 10 A Honor Roll, lettered in Outdoor Track; 11 A-B Hon­ or Roll, lettered in Outdoor Track Congratulations to the Class of 200711 Saturday-9:30AM-4:00PM Private Showing By Appointment Combmcd pack Number of HD< *20™ »start at $4999/mo Also available - Local Channels in HD 45.00/mo FOXSE wHD PLUS PICK I HB® *"0 ONE PREMIUM ^lwms]ARZ FREE FOR 3 MONTHS I »»•*'«• Switch to DISH Network and you'll also get: FREE Standard Professional Installation (up to 4 rooms) NO Equipment to Buy 'Gallery of Fine Jewelry Open Monday - Friday ~ 9:30AM - 5:00PM Add DishHD 1*2 to any America's Top programming FREE DVR or HD Receiver Upgrade (monWyDvRfwisss) ^Tke J}effe7st&ne) • Exquisite Selection of Pine Diamonds and (genuine Qemstones • .Taney Coloxed 'Diamond* • Platinum/White and If ellow (fold • Custom Made to C tdex (loadable DishHD from DISH Network. 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Kathleen Taylor Gammons Parents: Vic and Kathy Gammons Activities: 9-10 Kinetics Club, FCA, JV Basketball; 912 Varsity Track, Eager Ea­ gles Basketball Volunteer; 1012 Dream Team; 11-12 Beta Club, Rotary Club, Spanish Honor Society, Varsity Bas­ ketball Awards: 9-10 A Honor Roll, Perfect Attendance, Best Women's Field Event in Track, Varsity Track Letter; 9-12 Varsity Track Letter; 1012 National Honor Society; 10 Free Throw Ladder winner; 10-12 All Conference Track; 11 Junior Marshall, Best Thrower Award in Track, Hardee's Athlete of the Week, May 1, 2006; 11-12 A-B Hon­ or Roll, Who's Who Among American High School Stu­ dents, All American Scholar, Varsity Basketball Letter; 12 Basketball Sportsmanship Award Future Plans: Attend Western Carolina University to obtain a Bachelors of Sci­ ence degree in Nursing. Matt Goodman Ethan Goodman Parents: Joe and Donna Goodman Activities: 9-10 JV Foot­ ball; 10 JV Baseball; 11 Var­ sity Baseball; 12 Varsity Foot­ ball, Spanish Honor Society Future Plans: Attend East Carolina University, and ma­ jor in Sports Management. Parents: Jim and Kim Goodman Activities: 9 JV Basketball, JV Football; 10-12 Varsity Football, Varsity Basketball, Rotary Club, Dream Team; 11-12 Beta Club Awards: 9-12 A-B Honor Roll; 9 Most Valuable Player JV Football; 10-12 All Confer­ ence, Honorable Mention Var­ sity Football;10 All Northwest Region, Honorable Mention Team Varsity Basketball, 1012 All Conference Basket­ ball; 11 Best Offensive Back Football; 11-12 Most Valuable Player Basketball; 12 Most Valuable Player Football Future Plans: Attend NC State University, and major in Sport Management and/or Communications. Parents: Donna and Dar­ rell Hamilton Future Plans: Go to Wilkes Community College, and work for a degree in Building Tech­ nologies. Then go on to take over the family business. Megan Grubb Parents: Albert and Mar­ garet Graybeal Awards: 9-10 A-B Honor Roll; 11 Highest Achievement in Physical Science; 12 A-B Honor Roll Future Plans:Attend WCC, and still pursue a musical ca­ reer. David Goss General Parents: Michael and Deb­ bie Grubb Activities: 9 Quiz Bowl, Tutor at Fleetwood Elemen­ tary School; 10 Quiz Bowl, Tutor at Fleetwood Elemen­ tary School; 11 Quiz Bowl, Tutor at Westwood Elemen­ tary School, Beta Club; 12 Beta Club Awards: 9 Honor Roll; 10 Honor Roll, National Society of High School Scholars; 11 Honor Roll, Junior Marshall, Wafford Scholar; 12 Honor Roll, NC Scholar Future Plans: I plann to attend East Tennessee State University to earn a B.S. in Biochemistry. Then, after graduation medical school with a doctorate in Pharma­ cology, I hope to become a pharmacologist and perform clinical research with a con­ centration in genetics. Caitlin Gam Parents: Steve and Kim Garn Activities: 9 FCCLA; 911 Good Deeds Club, Kinet­ ics Club; 9-10 School News­ paper; 9-12 Warrensville Baptist Church and Youth Group, Outdoor Track; 10-12 Flag Corps, Indoor Track; 11 SADD Club; 11-12 Beta Club, Yearbook; 12 Flag Corps So­ loist, Clifton Baptist Church Youth Group, Spanish Honor Society Awards: 9 Teen Living Achievement Award, Algebra 1 and 2 Achievement Award; 9-12 Academic Excellent Award; 10 Civic and Econom­ ics Achievement Award, All Conference Track; 11-12 Con­ ference Champs in Outdoor track; 12 Directors Award in Flag Corps. Future Plans: I plan on attending ASU, and being a member of ASU Color Guard. I will be studying Calculus and Fashion Merchandising/ Design. Travis James Hamilton Megan Greer Brandon Allen Ham Graybeal Future Plans: Contractor 12 Varsity Soccer Awards: 9-12 Academic Honor student; 10 Academic Award in Honors Biology; 11 Most Improved in Women's Golf, NC Governor's School nominee, Who's Who Among America's High School Stu­ dents; 12 Coach's Award in Women's Golf, National Hon­ or Roll Future Plans: Attend West­ ern Carolina University and major in Elementary Educa­ tion Parents: Judy and Nathan Calloway Activities: 9 Football; 10 Football; 11 Football Future Plans: To be a me­ chanic. Parents: Allen and Gelene Ham Activities: 9-12 FFA Awards: A-B Honor Roll Future Plans: Hope to find good-paying job, get married and settle down, and raise family. mL\ t P| '•''EllIrE''1 1 Brittany Hamm Parents: Sandy Hamm and Dale Potter Activities: 9-10, 12: Flag Corps Future plans: Attend a two-year community college, transfer to a university for an additional four years. Kristie Ham Parents: Judy Ham Activities: 10-12 FFA; 10 HOSA Awards: 10 Greenhand De­ gree; 11 Chapter Degree Future Plans: Go to Wilkes Community College, and get a degree in Criminal Justice. After that, take 600 hours of training and eventually be­ come a deputy for the Ashe County Sheriff's Depart­ ment. Kayla Hamm Shri Goswami Parents: Suhashgir and Jaleshwari Goswami Activities: 9-10 Math Club; 10-11 Photography Club; 12 Community Service, 100 plus hours Awards: 9 Algebra I; 9-11 Perfect Attendance, Academic Excellence; 10 Algebra II, Ge­ ometry, Spanish 1, English II; 11 Chemistry 1, Advance Func. and Modeling, Span­ ish Honor Society; 11-12 Na­ tional Honor Society; 12 NC Scholar Future Plans: Attend UNC-Wilmington, and major in Geology. Awesome job, Class Of 2007! Molly Hanes Lee Ham lam u*reer Parents: Donna and Charles Sexton Sexton Anthony Darrell Greer Cody Guyton Parents: Russell and Jeanie Hanes Awards: 12 Centennial Scholarship for Textiles from N.C. State University Future Plans: Attend N.C. State, major in textiles. Parents: Ken Guyton, Mel­ ody Guyton Activities: 9-11 Football Parents: Steve and Tina Greer Activities: 9-12 JROTC; 911 Band Future Plans: Enlist in the Army Reserve, attend Wilkes Community College. Troy Samuel Greer Parents: Kyle and Katie Greer Activities: 9 JROTC; 10 JROTC; 12 Jefferson Volun­ teer Fire Department Future Plans: To get a good job! Amanda Renee Hamby Hagel Parents: Tim and Teresa Hamby Activities: 9-11 FTA; 10-12 Varsity Golf; 11-12 Beta Club; Go Huskies! Congmtulatloris, Seniors! Congratulations To The Class of M odern I mage • HAIR K NAIL SALON Open at 9:00AM • Call Us: Gina, Lori, Charlene, Mindy 846-8992 In Jefferson Rent All Complex • Reside The Jefferstone C . C . S . , INC. ®YAMAHA OF J e f f e r s ^ ^ 102 S. Main St. • Jefferson, NC 336-846-7744 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2007 PAGE 7C SALUTE TO THE CLASS OF 2007 Derek Michael Harless Parents: Mike and Lisa Harless Activities: 9 Baseball, ROTC; 10 ROTC; 11 ROTC; 12 Fire Department Future Plans: Get full-time employment. and Randy Hawkins Activities: 9 Football; 912 JROTC Drill Team; 9-11 JROTC Rifle Team; 9-10 In­ teract Club; 11-12 JROTC Raider team; 11-12 Beta Club Awards: 10 JROTC Supe­ rior Cadet, 10 2nd place in rifle meet; 11 ASU 1"' place knock­ out; 12 JROTC Raider Team commander Future Plans: Join the Army to become an airborne ranger. Holman Future Plans: To attend Wilkes Community College and obtain a degree in Busi­ ness Management and later on, eventually earn a degree in glass blowing. * Amanda Lea Jensen Jeremy Wayne Houck Marixa Dawn Hart Parent: Kelly Matney Activities: 12 FBLA Future plans: Attend King's College and raise my two kids. Jessie Lynn Hicks Parent: Judy Hicks Activities: 9 FCA; 10 JV Soccer (manager) Future plans: I am going to finish up my childcare and one day I want to open up my own daycare. Nancy Hicks % Parents: Melissa Hicks, James Hicks Activities: Lacrosse Awards: Academic Achieve­ ment Future Plans: To get an As­ sociates Degree in Industrial Systems. Allison Michelle Hartzog Chelsea Holman Matt Hartzog K M *• f| : 40 Parents: Robert L. and Dana B. Holm fin Activities: 9-10 JV Soft­ ball; 9-10 Chorus; 11-12 Beta Club; 11-12 HOSA Club; 1112 Spanish Honors Society; 11 Beta Club group talent; 12 Track and field. Awards: 9-12: Who's Who Among American High School Students. Future Plans: Go to Appa­ lachian State University for nursing. Kendra Johnson Parker Johnson Parents: Melissa Johnson and the late Michael Johnson Activities: 9-12 Volleyball; 9-12 Christian Unity Youth Group; 11 Soccer; 11-12 Beta Club; 11-12 National Art Honor Society. Awards: 11 Junior Mar­ shal; 11 Governor's School nominee Future Plans: Attend UNC-Chapel Hill. Parents: Steve and Robin Johnson Activities: 9 Freshman Basketball, JV Football; 10 JV Basketball; 10-12 Varsity Football, Rotary Club, Dream Team; 11-12 Varsity Basket­ ball, Beta Club Awards: 12 Offense, All Conference Varsity Football Future Plans: I plan to at­ tend The University of East Carolina, and major in Busi­ ness. Charles Johnson Parents: Mike Johnson, Sheila Johnson Activities: 9-10 Basketball; 10 Golf; 12 Men's Track and Field Awards: 10 Most Improved Basketball Award; 12 All Conference, Honorable Men­ tion in Track Future Plans:Attend West­ ern Carolina University. Laramie Johnson Kristin Houck Parents: Wilma Flanagan and Dwright Hartzog Activities: 9-12 Chorus Future Plans: Go to Wilkes Community College! Parents: Michael and Sha­ ron Hartzog Activities: 9 JV Football (undefeated); 10 and 12 Var­ sity Football Parents: Jerry and Wilma Houck Activities: 9 JV Football; 10 Varsity Football Future Plans: Go to Wilkes Community College, and then go on with my life. Parents: Gary and Tina Jensen Activities: 9-12 Varsity Soc­ cer, FFA, FCA; 10-12 Cross­ country; 11 Indoor Track Awards: 9 Chapter Degree; 10 Greenhand Degree; 11 Cosmetology Award, l"1 place for UP-Do in Advance Class Future Plans: I would like to finish up my cosmetology, and also attend Wilkes Com­ munity College and, major in Business. Then, attend a uni­ versity to further my educa­ tion. Parents: Cindy . Houck, Chris Houck Activities: 10-11 Gymnas­ tics; 11 Piano; 12 Skating, Hospice Volunteer Awards: 12 Spanish Hon­ ors Society Future Plans: I will be go­ ing to Wilkes Community College and pursue a degree in Business. I plan to become an entrepreneur. I want to design purses and sell them because I love to sew and I strive to be unique. Stephen Howell J m 1 Parents: Greg and Jenny Johnson Activities: 9 Kinetics Club; 9-10 Dance class; 10 JV Cheerleading; 11 Kinetics Club; 1112 Varsity Cheerleading, Ro­ tary Club, Beta Club Awards: 9 A-B Honor Roll; 10 A-B Honor Roll; 11 A-B Honor Roll, Beta Club; 12 AB Honor Roll, Beta Club Future Plans: Attend UNC Charlotte to major in Busi­ ness. Nathaniel Johnson A* Joseph Johnson Parents: James and Susan Johnson Activities: 9 JV Football; 9 and HHusky Youth Football Camp volunteer; 10-11 Class Club; 10-12 Varsity Football; 11 School Newspaper Stafif, Husky Youth Football Camp volunteer; 11-12 Beta Club; 12 Yearbook Staff Awards: 9 and 11-12 A-B Honor Roll; 10-12 Nation­ al Honor Roll, Who's Who Among American High School Students; 12 All Conference Football, Outstanding Line­ man of the Year Future Plans: To major in Chemical Engineering at NC State University. Go Huskies! Brittany Jones Parents: Danny and Robin Jones Activities: 9-11 Flag Corps, Marching Band; 11 Beta Club, Future Teachers of America Wishing You The Best For A Successful Future! Graduation 2007 Justin Hawkins Parents: Tammy Smathers Kelly Holman Parents: Ricky and Betty y v / / < / r t4 / /// // / fr /As Congratulations To The 2007 Seniors" a W to ay Go Class of 2007! ,Tke Carolina's Only Cheese Manufacturer 106 C, Main St.• West Jefferson, jMC 246-2501 > MILLER INSURANCE Insurance Planners/Consultants Downtown West Jefferson 336-246-7151 �PAGE 8C FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SALUTE TO THE CLASS OF 2007 Awards: 9 Flag Corps Most Improved; 10 Flag Corps Out­ standing Member Award; 11 Flag Corps Director's Award, Junior Marshall; 12 Flag Corps Captain Award Future Plans:Attend WCC, under the college transfer program. Upon completion, transfer to a 4-year university and major in Early Childhood Education. Courtney Jones Parents: Bobby and Chris Jones Activities: 9 Dancin' Deb­ bie's; 10 Junior Varsity Cheerleading; 9-12 Kinetics Club; 10-12 Rotary Club; 11-12 Var­ sity Cheerleading, Beta Club National Honor Society Awards: 9-10 and 12 Aca­ demic Excellence; 11 Varsity Cheerleading Most Improved, 2nd place Cheer LTD. Nation­ als at CANAM; 12 Spanish Honor Society, 2nd place North Carolina High School State Cheer Championship Future Plans: I plan to at­ tend Appalachian State Uni­ versity and major in Commu­ nication Disorders, pursuing a career as a Speech and Lan­ guage Pathologist. Activities: 9 Concert Band; 9-12 Marching Band, Var­ sity Soccer, Ashe County Youth Council Board Mem­ ber, church youth group; 10 Symphonic Band; 11-12 Steel Drum Band, Beta Club, em­ ployee at Smokey Mtn. BBQ; 12 member of Pleasant Home Baptist Church Awards: 9-11 A-B Honor Roll, lettered in Varsity Soc­ cer; 9 Best Offense in Varsity Soccer; 10 nominated for Na­ tional Student Leadership Conference; 11-12 Beta Club; 11 nominated for Who's Who Among American Students, nominated for National Hon­ or Society, Most Improved in Varsity Soccer; 12 A Honor Roll, NC Scholar, Spanish Honor Society, Captain of Varsity Soccer, recipient of Lynn Brown Slater Memorial Scholarship Future Plans: I will attend Western Carolina University and major in Sports Medicine. I would like to be the Athletic Trainer for either a college team or professional team, or possibly open a sports medi­ cine clinic, with the goal of serving needy families. Parents: Marlin and Robyn Krider Activities: 9-10 Gym­ nastics; 9-12 JROTC; 9 JV Cheerleading, Kinetics Club; 9-12 Rotary Club; 11-12 Beta Club; 11 Indoor Track and Field, Outdoor Track and Field, JROTC Awards: 9-10 Perfect At­ tendance; 11 Lettered in Track and Field; 12 Battal­ ion Commander, NC Scholar, Conference Champion in Pole Vaulting Future Plans: Attend Western Carolina University and major in Exercise Sci­ ence/Sports Management. Tiffany Jones • Ashton Little William Krider Parents: Jeff and Lisa Jones Activities: 9 Concert Band, JV Softball; 9-12 March­ ing Band; 10-12 Symphonic Band, Varsity Softball; 11-12 Steel Band Awards: 9-10 All Confer­ ence in Softball; 11 All Con­ ference, All Tournament in Softball; 12 Softball Future Plans: Full Softball Scholarship to Walters State in Tennessee, where I plan to major in Criminal Justice. Jimmy Lewis Future Plans: I plan to work in Construction, and get married, and have a couple of kids. Parents: Susan Wilhelm and Randy Krider Activities: 9-12 Cross-coun­ try, Tennis, Marching Band, Percussion Ensemble, Math Club, Project Graduation; 1012 Dream Team; 12 work on Mountain-To-Sen Trail Awards: 9-12 NCHSSA Scholar-Athlete, Academic Excellence Award; 10-12 All Conference in Tennis; 11 Ju­ nior Marshall, Junior Elon Scholar; 12 nominee for Wen­ dy's High School Heisman from ACHS Future Plans: To attend Appalachian State Univer­ sity, obtaining a master's de­ gree in Accounting and a mi­ nor in another profession. Parents: Mike and Danna Little Activities: 9-12 Varsity Cross-country; 9-10 JV Bas­ ketball, Varsity Women's Track and Field Team, JROTC, Adopt-A-Highway, FCA; 10-12 Dream Team, Rotary Club; 10-12 Varsity Soccer; 11 Indoor Track and Field; 11-12 National Beta Club; 12 WKSK Intern Awards: 9 Most Improved Award in Cross-country, Most Talented Freshman Award WT and Field, 9th Grade Class President, 1" Place in Mile Run for JROTC PT Test, State Qualifier for Cross­ country, All Conference Track and Field Runner, Coach's Award in Cross-country, 2004-2005 MVAC Women's Champions; 9-11 Academic Honor Student; 10 Best Of­ fense Award, JV Basketball, All Conference, Regional and State Runner for Track and Field, 3rd place State Meet in the 4x800m Relay; 11 MVP in Cross-country, All-Conference Cross-country Runner, Thad Eure Leadership Award; 12 4-Year Cross-country Letterman, Homecoming Queen Future Plans: Attend UNC Charlotte to major in Com­ munications or Medicine, then later transfer to UNC Chapel Hill. Pam Little WlSl Parents: Annette and Ste­ ven LeaShomb Activities: 9-12 ETS; 9-10 JV Women's Soccer; 9, 12: Very Special Arts Festival; 10 FFA; 11 Photography Club; 12 Flag Corps Awards: 9-12 Academic Excellence; 9 A Honor Roll; 10-11A/B Honor Roll Kala Jordan Future Plans: Attend Ap­ Parents: Scott and Melanie palachian State University Jordan and get a degree in psychol­ Activities: 9-10 JV Cheer­ ogy. leading; 10-12 Rotary Club; Matt Lemly 11-12 National Beta Club, Parents: Sandy Lemly, Tim Varsity Cheerleading/CompeLemly tition Future Plans: Hoping to Awards: 12 Coach's Award go to MMI or work at Shaw Future Plans: Attend NC Electric. State University, and major in Textiles. w V f Tr / Vijay Kataria Parents: Gena and Rickey Ellison Activities: 10-12 Soccer; 12 Track Conference Champs Awards: 9-12 A-B Honor Roll Future Plans: Go to college and get a degree in Educa­ tion. f I^Sf IV V ! tiife w i rm Karissa Love Parents: Ken Love and Tammy Wyrick Activities: 9-11 JROTC; 912 HOSA (12 vice president); 9-11 French Club; 10 JV Cheerleading; 10 JV Soccer; 12 Varsity Cheerleading Awards: 9 A-B Honor Roll; 10-12 A Honor Roll; 11 Tech Math award. Future plans: To attend Wilkes Community College for one year and then trans­ fer to UNCC to obtain a bach­ elor's degree in nursing. 4 ll . • Jessi Martin Parents: Drew and Barba­ ra Martin Activities: 9-10 JROTC; 911 Drama Club; 11 SADD; 1112 Beta Club Awards: 9-11 Academic Achievement; 11 Spanish Honor Society; 11 Beta Club Future Plans: Completing a two-year degree and then transferring to a four-year school. After school, I hope to get married, have a family of my own and live happily ever after. Twila LeaShomb Julianne Jones Parents: Galvin and Nancy Jones Activities: 9-11 ACHS Choir; 9 JV Softball; 10-12 Upward Bound; 10 Volun­ teer at Ashe County Public Library, Who's Who Among American High School Stu­ dents; 11 Varsity Soccer; 12 Honors Chorus Awards: 9-12 A-B Honor Roll; 11 Most Improved in Soccer, Spanish Honors Soci­ ety, National Society of High School Scholars; 12 NC Schol­ ar, National Honor Roll Future Plans: Attend Gardner-Webb University, and major in English. Parents: Paul Marino, Be­ linda Marino Activities: 9-10 JV Base­ ball; 9 Freshman Basketball; 10 JV Basketball; 11-12 Var­ sity Baseball; 11 Varsity Bas­ ketball; 11-12 Beta Club Awards: 9 Freshman Bas­ ketball award; 10 JV Base­ ball MVP; 10 JV Basketball Coach's Award; 11 Third place in Spanish contest in Beta Club state convention; 12 Second place in Spanish contest in Beta Club state convention. Future Plans:Attend West­ ern Carolina University and major in accounting. f Heather Marie Jones Parents: Randy and Karen Jones Activities: 9-12 HOSA Club; 10-11 Gymnastics; 1012 volunteer for Red Cross Blood Drive; 12 Hospice vol­ unteer Future Plans: As I contin­ ue to work as a CNA, I will be attending Wilkes Community College to become and RN, and continue to fall more and more in love with the love of my life. David Marino Parents: Dirk and Sherry Little Activities: 9-12 JROTC, HOSA; 12 Kinetics Club Awards: 9-12 A-B Honor Roll; 12 Certified Nursing As­ sistant License Future Plans: Go to Caldwell Community College, and obtain a Associates De­ gree in Nursing, later transfer to Appalachian State Univer­ sity to achieve my Bachelor's Degree, and later obtain my Surgical Technology license. Casey Lewis Cori Little Parents: Keith and Teena Little Activities: 9-10 JV/V Vol­ leyball scorekeeper, student/ teacher at Dancin' Debbies; 9-12 Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church member; 10-11 Ro­ tary Club, Kinetics Club; 1112 National Beta Club; 12 student/teacher at Dancin' Debbies, High School Fashion Board member Awards: 9-12 A Honor Roll; 10 Achievement in Biology and Computer Applications; 11 Achievement in Span­ ish and English, Miss Ashe County, Junior Marshall; 12 NC Scholar Future Plans: Attend Lee's McRae College, and major in Communications, with a mi­ nor in Performing Arts. Christopher Lyall Parents: Sherrie Ashley, Jean-Claude Lyall Activities: 9 ROTC, Out­ door Club; 9-12 Varsity Wres­ tling, FCA, Band; 10 Football, Math Club; 10-12 Varsity Tennis; 11 Varsity Soccer; 11-12 Beta Club; 12 Bald Mt. Baptist Church youth group, Choir Awards: 9-12 Academic Achievement Award; 10 Foot­ ball Coach's Award; 11 Tennis Coach's Award; 12 Wrestling Coach's Award Future Plans: Go to App and receive a degree in Sports Medicine. Then go to semi­ nary and get a degree in Min­ istry. Jonathan Mash Parents: Tina and Johnny Mash Activities: 9 FBLA; 10 FBLA; 11 Beta; 12 National AAS Honors Society, Beta Club Future Plans: I plan to attend Appalachian State University, and major in Art Studio and minor in Art His­ tory. I plan to become an art teacher. Congratulations! Parents: Monica Funk and ongtatulations to the 200/ (—bass KrAshe (Zountif Kzfd.uslu.es 1" Graduation 2007-] A Cla&& Act Colleige Bound Grads • Twin Comfort:e s • Pillows • Extra Long SIIn els for Dorms • Bath Sheds that make Gro t Beach Towels • Towc sand MORE! Need 1 he Best in 1tomfort r\ If From All of Us At Guardian Insurance Agency Jefferson, NC ancy Marie Jones ^arents: David and Nan Katrina Krider 336-846-6721 Mai nStf eel Jiscoun L On the (:orncr • Lansing • 33f1-384-3945 Operated by Dot Shu ie �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2007 PAGE 9C SALUTE TO THE CLASS OF 2007 Megan Nicole Osborne Parents: Sherry and James Scott Activities: 9-11 Weight Lifting 1,000 lb. Club, FFA, horseback riding and fishing; 12 working at Ashe County Motor as Auto Body Appren­ tice. Future Plans: Wilkes Com­ munity College, for a degree in Auto Body, and I'm Goin' Fishin'! Parents: Tammy and Ran­ dy Osborne Future Plans: Plan to at­ tend Wilkes Community Col­ lege, and major in Phlobotomy. Optimist Club; 11-12 Beta Club Awards: 9-11 Perfect At­ tendance, Technology Awards, Theatre Awards; 9-12 Aca­ demic Excellence Future Plans: Attend LeesMcRae, majoring in Theatre/ Performing Arts. mKrn.5^ w Parents: David and Teresa Miller Activities: 9 Chorus; 12 Honors Chorus Awards: 9-11 Honor Roll; 12 Spanish Honor Society; 12 National Honor Roll Future Plans: College to become a paramedic. s7 Mark Medley Parents: Bob and Linda Hamm Activities: 9-10 Wrestling Future plans: Go to com­ munity college and go into law enforcement or playing guitar. Randall Pennington as v •V A Wesley Mitchell Catherine Ryan Paguin Activities: 10 Dance I; 11 Dance III; 12 Dance III Hon­ ors; 12 Broadcasting Team Stephanie Parsons Parents: Curtis and Sheri Shepherd Activities: 11 Theatre plays "Metamorphosis" and "Up the Rent" Future plans: To attend WCC and become a nurse. mm vV, Quinton Bryan Patrick Parents: Sandi Houg and Denny Miller Activities: 9 Freshman seminar; 9 JROTC; 10 Sopho­ more seminar Future Plans: Attend Wil­ kes Community College for Parents: Richard and Me­ lissa Pennington Activities: 9-10 Men's Ten­ nis; 9-12 Marching Band, Symphonic Band, Steel Drum Band, Chess Club; 10-12 Men's Cross-country, Men's Indoor Track; 11-12 Men's Outdoor Track, Math Club Awards: 10-11 Perfect At­ tendance; 10 Most Improved Band; 10-12 Most Outstand­ ing in Band; 12 Coach's Award in Cross-country Future Plans: Go to Wilkes Community College for two years, then transfer to Ap­ palachian State, to major in Math. Casey Miller Jeremy Mullis Parents: Joe and Judy Mullis Activities: 9 JROTC Future Plans: Work in con­ struction. Chelsa Nicole Miller Parents: Ronnie and Myra Miller Activities: 9-12 HOSA; 10 Chorus; 12 Kinetics Awards: 9-12 A-B Honor Roll; 12 Certified Nursing As­ sistant license Future Plans: Go to Caldwell Community College, and obtain a Associates De­ gree in Nursing, later transfer to Appalachian State Univer­ sity to achieve my Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, and later work in the Neo-Natal Unit in hospital. John Philip Parsons Parents: Jim and Cookie Parsons Activities: 9 JORTC; 9-10 Marching Band; 9-12 FCA; 10 Symphonic Band; 11-12 Hon­ ors Marching and Symphonic Band, Beta Club Awards: 9-11 Jr. Statesman Summer School nominee; 10 Most Improved in Marching and Symphonic Band; 11 Out­ standing Member in March­ ing and Symphonic Band, 11-12 Who's Who Among America's High School Stu­ dents, Spanish Honor Society; 12 Section Leader and Out­ standing Member in March­ ing and Symphonic Band Candace Neaves Future Plans: I plan to at­ Parents: Ruth and Allen tend ASU, majoring in Busi­ Neaves Activities: 9 Theatre, ju­ ness. I also plan to marry my fiance, Nikki llurless. Nikki nior volunteer nt Ashe Mempand J will excel and ery'oy our rial Hospital; 9-12 HOSA; 10 life together. Outdoor Club; 11 Photogra­ phy Club; 12 JROTC Awards: 9 A Honor Roll; 10 and 12 A-B Honor Roll; 12 Alpha Company's Superior Court Future Plans: I plan to go to Wilkes Community College, and major in nursing. Then I plan to transfer to Appala­ chian State for my Bachelor's Degree in Nursing. After col­ lege, I plan to travel to Eu­ rope before I begin working. Matt Parsons Roxi G. Patel Parents: Vasanti Patel and Ghanshyam Patel Activities: 11-12 FCA, at­ tend Friendship Baptist Church Future Plans: I am plan­ ning to attend Campbell Uni­ versity. •wl Jimmy Patrick Parents: James Herman Patrick, Jr. and Penny Sue Patrick Activities: 9-11 Drama; 912 TSA, member of Pond Mtn. Fire Department, member of Laurel Springs Community Church, church musician; 11 Coleman Payne Parents: Marc and Pam Payne Activities: 9 Freshman Basketball, JV Football; 10 JV Basketball; 10-12 Varsity Football, Dream Team, Ro­ tary Club; 11-12 Varsity Bas­ ketball, Rotary Club, Beta Club; 12 Optimist Club Awards: Freshman Basket­ ball Coach's Award; 10 Best Defensive Player JV Basket­ ball; 10-12 Varsity Football Letter; 11 Most Improved Var­ sity Basketball; 11-12 Varsity Basketball Letter; 12 Varsity Football Coach's Award, All Conference, Honorable Men­ tion Varsity Football, TeamBefore-Self in Varsity Basket­ ball, All Conference, Honor BoChasity Perry Mention Varsity Basketball, Parent: Shelby Roark NC Scholar Activities: 9 Soccer; 9 Future Plans: Attend JROTC North Carolina State Univer­ Awards: 9-10 A-B Honor sity, and major in Civil Engi­ Roll; 9 Soccer - Best Defen­ neering. sive Player; 11-12 A Honor Roll Future plans: Going to col­ lege for Business. Go Huskies! Jake Miller tcr /-\LL 2007 & Courtney Olive Monica Miller 2 0 0 Parents: Chuck and Lori Olive Activities: 9-10 JV Softball, FFA; 11-12 Varsity Softball Future Plans: WCC, and transfer to UNCG. Clunks for the CDemovics... you're sbiWcfc your proms with us. your milit.u'V fornuls, homecomings, "highlights" & "lomlights" Anb your goofc & l\\v* l)Air C\\ys. You're grown up with us AUO we'll VANNOV C O N S T R U C T I O N be here for your children! We SAlutcYOU! CerA, Alison. KAylin. K\y, KristinA, ftolly Congratulations Class of 2007! James R. Vannoy & Sons Construction Co. Inc. 03Ark of €fcen 1608 Hwy 221 North Jefferson, NC 336-246-8830 336-846-7191 A Tomkins Company ASHE COUNTY �PAGE IOC FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SALUTE TO THE CLASS OF 2007 Undefeated Drum Major in NC, Outstanding Leadership Award, lrt place Drum Major at Liberty Bowl Future Plans: I plan to at­ tend Wake Forest University, where I will acquire a degree in Political Science. Then I plan on attending law school, with hopes of being an elected political official. v uhr. Si i Kayla Phillips Parents: Annette Phillips Activities: 9 Cheerleader, Softball, 9-12 JROTC; 9-10 HOSA Club; 11 Jr. Class Representative, Photography Club, Vice President HOSA Club; 11-12 Beta Club; 12 President of HOSA Club, Warrensville Volunteer Fire Department member Awards: A-B Honor Roll; 10 Highest Coverage in Al­ lied Health Sciences; 11 Cer­ tified Nursing Aide License; A Honor Roll Future Plans: Go to Caldwell Community College, and obtain Associated De­ gree in Nursing. I then want to transfer to Appalachian State, and achieve my Bache­ lor's Degree in Nursing. Anthony D. Phipps Parents: Teresa Mann and Franklin Phipps Activities: 9 JROTC; 9 Ma­ sonry Club Future plans: Army or con­ struction. Justin Phipps Parents: Jill and Heath Phipps Activities: 9-10 Masonry Club, 9-12 New River Volun­ teer Fire Department; 10 Ma­ sonry Club Future Plans: Starting my own business. Corey Richardson Greg Poe % m m A. Mm 3211*i:«;i Ashley Reno Kayla Denise Phipps Parents: Dennis and Leslya Phipps Activities: 10-11 Flag Corps (Most Improved 10, Outstanding Member 11); 11 Chamber Singers (Most Im­ proved); 11 Treble Choir (Mu­ sicianship Award) Awards: 10 Highest Achievement in Biology; 11 Highest Achievement in CTP Kerry Potter English III Parents: Pam and Kerry Future plans: I plan on at­ Potter tending Wilkes Community Future Plans: Electrical College for two years and engineering. then transferring to Appa­ lachian State University to pursue a teaching degree in special education. Brandy Phipps Parents: Michele and Rus­ sell Reno Activities: 9 River Sweep, Diabetes Walk; 9-12 FFA, Health Fair; 9-11 Latino Fes­ tival, Car Seat Check Awards: 9 Chapter Degree; 10 Greenhand Degree Future Plans: I plan on be­ ing there for my friends, fam­ ily and B.F.F.A.L.T. Mandy Jensen. I plan on attending Wilkes Community College to earn my Associate in Nursing and becoming a registered nurse. I would like to begin my health career in trauma ER. I plan on transferring to a university to further my education. SfeHP* t; Hf: ifl Ayla Revis Parents: Tammy and Ran­ dy Hartsoe Activities: 9-11 Cross Country, 9-10 JROTC Awards: 9 A-B Honor Roll; 10 JROTC award for uniform Future Plans: 1 plan to go to Wilkes Community College and major in industrial engi­ neering. Parents: Stella Revis and Greg Revis Future plans: Kings Col­ lege in Charlotte Jerry Reedy Ray Phipps Parents: Mark Phipps and Rita Phipps Activities: 9-12 FFA ft » Kasey Richardson Parents: Becky Richard­ son Future Plans: Attend Nascar Technical Institute. Kassandra Roberts Parents: John and Robin Roberts Activities: 9 JV Volleyball, JV Basketball, Track, Ro­ tary Interact; 10-12 Varsity Volleyball, Varsity Basket­ ball, Track, Rotary Interact, Dream Team; 11-12 Beta Club; 12 Fashion Board Awards: 10-12 All-Confer­ ence Volleyball, All-Confer­ ence Track; 12 All Confer­ ence, Honorable Mention Basketball Future Plans: I plan to at­ tend Western Carolina Uni­ versity, where; I'm going to m^jor in Secondary Math Ed­ ucation and play volleyball. Parents: Jack and Ellen Reedy Activities: 9-10 Football; 9 Masonry Club Future Plans: Become a professional firefighter in Charlotte or somewhere. Eric Randall Rhodes Julia Phipps Parents: Debra Phipps, Larry Phipps Activities: 9-12 Drama Club; 10 JV Soccer; 10-12 Ki­ netics Club; 11-12 Beta Club Awards: 9-10 Journal­ ism Award, Improvisations Award; 9-12 Academic Ex­ cellence Award; 9-10 Husky Howler Staff; 10 Digital Com­ munications Systems Award, Theatrical Performance Award, Most Improved in Soccer; 11 Junior Marshall, Governor's School nominee for theatre, Drama Studies Award, French I Achieve­ ment; 12 National Merit Scholarship Finalist Future Plans: Attend Col­ lege of Charleston, in S.C. Dustin Roland Parents: Billy and Shelia Roland B Parents: Joe and Lorri Poe Future Plans: I plan to go to community college in a year after graduation. 1 Sierra Anne Phipps Parents: Willard and Anna Phipps Activities: 9-12 Chorus, 10 FBLA, 11-12 Beta Club; 1112 FTA. Awards: 9-12 A Honor Roll; 9-11 Perfect Attendance; 11 Junior Marshal, 11 Account­ ing awards; 12 N.C. Scholar Future Plans: I plan to at­ tend Lees-McRae College and major in elementary educa­ tion. Congratulations Class of 2007 Best Wishes Class of2007 Zfftn Highlands Union Bank 08-B S Jefferson Ave West Jefferson, NC 846-1044 Courtney Channing Reeves Parents: Jimmy Dean and Andrea Badger Reeves Activities: 9 Fellowship of Christian Athletes; 9-10 Marching Band, Symphonic Band, SADD Club; 11-12 Marching Band Drum Major, Symphonic Band Drum Ma­ jor; Beta Club, National So­ ciety of High School Scholars; 12 Future Business Leaders of America President Awards: 9 President's Stu­ dent Service Award; 9-12 A Honor Roll, Letterman; 910 Academic Achievement Awards; 11 Junior Marshall, Spanish Honors Society, Un­ defeated Drum Major, Out­ standing Leadership Award, l"1 place Drum Major at Ga­ tor Bowl; 12 Ranked 4 of 272, National Honor Roll, 44The Parents: Randy and Sandy Rhodes Activities: 9 Band, 9-10 JROTC, JV Football; 9-12 Outdoor Club, Junior Fire­ man, Union Church Youth; 10 JV Baseball; 11 Varsity Base­ ball; 12 High Country Youth Ministries volunteer Awards: 9-12 A-B Honor Roll; 9-11 Academic Banquet; 11-12 Who's Who Among High School Students; 12 North Carolina Scholar, Spanish Honor Society Future Plans: Attend West­ ern Carolina University, PrePharmacy. Parents: Ronald and Linda Richardson Activities: 11 Volunteer at the Adult Day Care Center Future Plans: Look for a job. Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make His face shine upon you and be gracious to you." Numbers 6: 24-25 JORDAN AND JORDAN LAW OFFICES 401 E. Main Street • Suite 2 Jefferson, NC 28640 www.JordanJordanLaw.com Phone: 846-1657 Taryn Roten Parents: Scott and Lorrie Roten Activities: 9-12 Track, Cheerleading; 10-12 Rotary; 11-12 Beta Awards: 9-10 and 12 All Conference Track; 10 Re­ gional and State qualifier in Track; 11 Junior Marshall, Wofford Scholar Future Plans: Attend Ap­ palachian State and major in Mathematics. Miranda C. Russell Travis Richardson Corbin Richardson Nicole Rose Grandparents: Janet and David Blevins Activities: 9 JROTC; 912 HOSA Club, New River Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department, Grassy Creek United Methodist Church; 12 FFA, Beta Club, Grassy Creek United Methodist Church Choir Awards: 9-12 A-B Honor Roll; 11 CNA Certification; 11-12 First Aid Certification Future Plans: I plan to at­ tend Wilkes Community Col­ lege to get my basic classes. I then plan to transfer to West­ ern Carolina University to major in pre-med and become a pediatrician with my own practice. Parents: Charlie and Mike Roten Activities: 9 4-H volunteer; 9-10 JV Basketball; 9-12 FCA, HOSA Club; 10 Beta Club, Rotary Club; 12 60+ clinical volunteer hours at Segraves Care Facility Awards: 9-12 A-B Honor Roll; 9 Perfect Attendance; 10-12 National Honor Soci­ ety; 12 NC Scholar, Certified Nursing Assistant Future Plans: Attend Ap­ palachian State University, receive a BS in Nursing, be­ come an RN, then later con­ tinue schooling to become a physician. Congratulations to the 2007Class! �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2007 PAGE 11C SALUTE TO THE CLASS OF 2007 Thalia Sanchez Arellano Parents: Flora Arellano, Martin Sanchez Activities: 9-12 Spanish Club; 9-10 Soccer Awards: 9-12 Who's Who Among American High School Students Future plans: Kindergar­ ten teacher in Mexico and ESL teacher. Take care of my daughter Dorian. Future Plans: Take care of my wife and baby that's on the way, and get a job. % Chelsea Amelia Sexton Jonny Scoble Parents: Michelle and Jeff Cannon (step-father), Eric Scoble (father) Activities: 9 Football, Art I; 10 Art II; 11 Art III; 12 work for Ashe Park Awards; 10-12 A-B Honor Roll Future Plans: College for Park Manager or Ranger. Club; 12 FFA Future Plans: Majoring in Auto body. Parents: Mark and Kay Sexton Activities: 9 Men's Varsity Golf; 9-12 Marching Band; 9 Concert Band; 10-12 Women's Varsity Golf, JV Cheerleading; 10-12 Symphonic Band; 11-12 Beta Club Awards: 9 Earth Science Highest Average Award, Di­ rectors Award in Concert Band; 9-12 Academic Ban­ quet; 10-12 MVP Women's Varsity Golf, 10-12 Women's Golf State Championship participant, 11 FRS Youth Tour for Skyline Telephone, Erskine Fellow nominee, Symphonic Band Meritorious Service Award; 12 Marching Band Outstanding Leader­ ship Award, Symphonic Band Outstanding Member Award, 2007 Ashe County Youth Vol­ unteer of the Year Award, Spanish Honor Society Future Plans:Attend West­ ern Carolina University Tommy William Shepherd, Jr. Tiffany Renee Shatley Parents: Dallas and Velma Shatley Activities: 9-12 JROTC; 911 Flag Corps; 9-12 SADD; 9 FCA; 10 FTA; 11-12 Rotary Interact Club, Scorekeeper Varsity Men's and Women's Track; 11-12 Beta Club; 12 Flag Corps Captain, Spanish Honor Society Awards: 9-12 Academic Ex­ cellence; 10 Flag Corps Most Improved; 11 Flag Corps Di­ rector's Award; 12 Flag Corp Captain Award, Battalion S-5 in JROTC, NC Scholar Future Plans: Attend Wilkes Community College and transfer to Appalachian State University to major in Elementary Education, then become a 2nd grade teacher in Ashe Country. Natalie Sheets Parents: Herman and Bob­ bie Sheets Activities: 9-10 Flag Corps; 10 JV Cheerleading; 10 FTA; 10-12 Kinetics; 11-12 Varsity Cheerleading Future plans: Attend Wil­ kes Community College, then transfer for a degree in El­ ementary Education. Parents: Tommy and Victo­ ria Shepherd Activities: 9-12 JROTC Future Plans: To get my CDL driver's license, and get a good-paying job, and maybe go to Wilkes Community Col­ lege. Trey Namath Sheets Parents: Terry Greene and Teresa Sheets Future plans: Keep God first, and go as far in life as I possibly can. Whitney Marie Spagnolo Brittany Shull Parents: Melissa and Rich­ ard Pennington Future Plans: Go to Wil­ kes Community College, and major in Criminal Justice or Photography. Parents: Brad and Sandy Scott Activities: 9-10 JV Softball, JV Girl's Basketball, Score Bookkeeper, FCA Club; 9-12 various church activities; 1112 National Beta Club; 11 Ro­ tary Club, Puerto Rico Mission Trip; 12 National Beta Club, community involvement Awards: 9-12 Academic Excellence; 10 JV Softball Golden Glove, Digital Com­ munication Systems Award; 12 North Carolina Scholar," Spanish Honors Society, Beta Club, National Honor Roll, Hensley Memorial Scholar­ ship recipient Future Plans: Attending Appalachian State University and majoring in Elementary Education. Tamara Noel Shaw Parents: Johnny Ray Shaw Sr. and Mary Sue Shaw Future plans: Get a job. Emaline Shatley Parents: Mike and Cherie Shatley Activities: 9 JV Basketball, JROTC; 9-12 Varsity Cross­ country, Varsity Track and Field; 10 JROTC; 11 Varsity Indoor Track Awards: 9 NCHSAA Scholar Athlete Individual Award (Cross-country), Var­ sity Track All Conference, 912 Academic Excellence, 11 Cross-country All Conference Honorable Mention and CoCoach's Award, Indoor Track team captain; 12 Cross-coun­ try Captain. Future Plans: I plan to at­ tend Wake Forest University to obtain a degree in busi­ ness. J mm Si Amanda Severt Parents: Danny and Mar­ garet Severt Future Plans: Work. *, > oj %. Bradley Sheets Parents: Cindy and Art Lewis Activities: 9 Concert Band; 10-12 Symphonic Band, FBLA, Webmaster; 11 Beta Club, Webmaster, helped de­ sign ASU Virtual World; 12 Webmaster Design and devel­ oped software for ACHS. Awards: 9-12 Honor Roll, Academic Excellence; 12 Per­ fect Attendance, nominated for the T.H.E. Journal Inno­ vators Award Future Plans: Attend ASU and major in Computer Sci­ ence or Computer Informa­ tion Systems. Si' : $ m£Z Logan Garfield Shatley Phillip Ray Severt Parents: Billy Ray Severt Parents: Teddy and Terri Shatley Activities: 9-12 Chorus, Boy Scouts; 9-10 Chess Club, Technology Student Associa­ tion Awards: 12 Excellence in Chorus Award 2006-2007 Future Plans: Wilkes Com­ munity College, become a vid­ eo game program designer. Parents: Joey and Karrah Shepherd Activities: 9-10 JV Cheer­ leading (10 captain); 9-12 Chorus; 11-12 Varsity Cheer­ leading (12 captain); 11-12 Ki­ netics Club; 11-12 Beta Club; 11-12 Beta Club Talent Awards: 9 Chorus, Most Improved; 9-11 Cheerleading, Most Spirit; 11 Chorus, Most Dedicated; 12 Cheerleading, MVP Future Plans: I plan to at­ tend Miller-Motte Technical College where 1 am going to major in cosmetology. > Parents: Karrah and Joey Shepherd Activities: 9-10 JV Cheer­ leading; 9-12 Chorus; 11-12 Varsity Cheerleading; Beta Club, Kinetics Club, Spanish Honors Society, Beta Club Talent Awards: 11 Most Dedicat­ ed Chorus Award; 12 All Star Universal Cheerleaders Asso­ ciation Future Plans: Attend Miler Motte Technical College, in Wilmington, NC, for Message Therapy, then go to Georgia to get my certificate in Personal Training. Jenny Sluder Lauren Elizabeth Speaks Parents: Donna Sluder Parents: Johnny and Kathy Activities: 10 FCA; 11 Beta Speaks Club, SADD; 12 FTA, Beta Activities: 9-10 HOSA Club Club; 9-11 Student at Darrein Awards: 9 CTP English 1 Debbie's; 10 Kinetics Club; | Award, Algebra 1 Award; 1011 Beta Club talent team 11 National Honor Roll; 11 member. Kinetics Club, 11-12 Psychology Award, Academic Statistician for JV Boys Bas­ Excellence Award, Who's Who ketball team, National Beta Among American High School Club Students Awards: 9-12 Academic Ex­ Future Plans: To become a cellence; 11 Junior Marshall, 2nd grade teacher. Governor School nominee Future Plans: Attend North Carolina State Univer­ sity. MJ Dustin Cody Snyder Parents: Randal and Kar­ en McClure Activities: 9 JV Football, Freshman Seminar, nursing home visits; 9-11 Ashe Youth Football Camp, student coach; 10-12 Varsity Football; 11 Ashe Youth Basketball, Var­ sity Wrestling, Vacation Bible School; 12 Varsity Track and Field Awards: 9 Freshman Seminar, Altitude Award; 9- Morgan L. Stansberry Parents: Dennis and Leona Stansberry Activities: 9-10 Kinetics Club; 9-12 Women's Outdoor Track and Field; 10 FCA; 11 Rotary Club; 11-12 Beta Club; 12 Women's Golf Team Awards: 9 A Honor Roll; Dylan Sheets Parents: Tim and Trina Sheets Activities: 9-11 Outdoor •tea of200J Congratulations to the Graduating Class of 2007 GREAT JOB, Good luck. Class of2007! PARKER! Widner Construction Co., Inc. 338/246-6482 • Brittany Shepherd (oonqratulatiom to the When you were younger, you would pretend at being anyone you wanted to be, from a firefighter to a president and anything else you could imagine. Now that you're older, it's still true that you can be whomever you want to be. So on your graduation day, dream big dreams and don't be afraid to go after them. Parents: John and Tami Spagnolo Activities: 9 JV Softball; 10-12 Varsity Softball; 10 FBLA; 11 Beta Club Awards: 9-11 Academic Ex­ cellence; 9-10 Coach's Award Future Plans: I plan to attend Appalachian State University and major in Chemistry. I hope to become a Certified Chemist, and later transfer to pharmacy school. • Bethany Shepherd Meghan Scott 12 A-B Honor Roll; 10 Beta Club nominee, Certificate of Achievement in Biology; 1012 Varsity Football Letter; 11-12 Beta Club; 11 Academ­ ic Excellence, Varsity Wres­ tling Letter, Coach's Award in Wrestling; 12 Domino's Player of Game in Football, Mtn. Val­ ley AA Ail Conference, Honor­ able Mention in Football Future Plans: Attend Emo­ ry & Henry College, in VA and become an Athletic Trainer, while playing football with the Wasps. CUTTER'S EDGE Great Graduate Gifts Available!! Downtown West Jefferson on Jefferson?Avenue -4251 ii S i EAVUETJOOW O ROD HNS N , L 1321 Mt. Jefferson Rd. • West Jefferson, NC • 246-9899 �PAGE 12C FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SALUTE TO THE CLASS OF 2007 10-12 A-B Honor Roll; 10 Ail-American Scholar; 11 Na­ tional Honor Society, All-Con­ ference, Honorable Mention, MVP, Scholar Athlete; 12 NC Scholar, All-Conference Ath­ lete, Ail-American Scholar Athlete, Spanish Honor Soci­ ety Future Plans: Plan to at­ tend NCSU to major in Bio­ medical Engineering. cated Member; 11 Chorus, Most Improved Future plans: Attend WCC, then transfer to a four year college to pursue a career in music education. Tracie Ann Taylor % Joshua Steelman Parents: Mary and Larry Steelman Activities: 11-12 JROTC, New River Fire and Rescue Volunteer Firefighter Future Plans: Full-time Firefighter. Parents: Winnie and Earl Taylor Activities: 9 JROTC; 12 Volunteering at reviving Oph­ elia Thrift Shop Future Plans: To go to Wilkes Community College for 2 years (or 6 months), to achieve an Associates Degree in Business, and to live life to the fullest. Chris Trent Jason Watson £ | V V1 Lillian Kendi Walton Tiffany Tester Parents: Mike and Mary Jane Tester Future plans: Got to North­ west College at Wyoming and become a ranger manager. Amber Leigh Stevens Parents: Jeffery Lee Ste­ vens, Cassandra Stevens Rush and David Rush (Step Father) Activities: 10 National Art Honor Society, All-State Cho­ rus; 12 National Art Honor Society Awards: 9-10 A-B Honor Roll; 10 All State Chorus Stu­ dent; 11 Outstanding Chorus Student; 12 Spanish Honor Society, Outstanding Vocal­ ist 2006-2007Student, A-B Honor Roll Future Plans: Attend ASU to receive my Bachelor of Fine Arts. Parents: Jimmy and Betti Walker Miranda Tester Parents: Mike and Mary Jane Tester Activities: 9-12 HOSA; 9 FFA Future plans: Going to col­ lege and getting a degree in Biology or Zoology. Allen Testerman Keith Wilcox B. J. Walker Parents: Will and Lori Trent Activities: 9-10 Track and field; 9-11 JROTC; 9-12 Dra­ ma Club; 9-12 Skateboarding; 11-12 French Club Awards: 9 Most Improved - Algebra 1; 9 Track, Most Improved Adam Trivette Parents: J.C. and Carol Trivette Activities: 9-10 Band, Out­ door Club; 11-12 Beta Club, TSA Awards: 9-12 Attended Ac­ ademic Banquet; 11 1"' place in Technology Bowl at 2006 Northwest Regional TSA competitions; 12 National Honor Society, NC Scholar Future Plans: I plan to receive a major in Computer Engineering and start my own computer repair busi­ ness. Myranda Trivette Parents: Dee Barker and Kenny Walton Activities: 9-10 JV Volley­ ball, JV Softball; 11-12 Beta Club, HOSA, Rotary Club, Varsity Volleyball Awards: 9 Most Improved JV Volleyball, High Achieve­ ment in Digital Communica­ tions, High Achievement in Algebra II; 9-12 Academic Honor Student; 10 Best Pass­ er JV Volleyball, Governor's School nominee; 11 Junior Marshall, Junior Elon Schol­ ar, Woffard Scholar, Spanish Honor Society; 11-12 Who's Who Among American High School Students; 12 Certified in Vision Screening Future Plans: Plan to ma­ jor in Communications at Elon University, then hope­ fully attend dental school af­ ter graduating from Elon. Parents: Tommy Trivette and Myra Trivette Future plans: I want to be­ come an electrical engineer. Benny Matthew Weaver Jr. Parents: Benny and Dianna Weaver Activities: 9-10 JV Soccer, 10-12 Varsity Soccer, 10-12 Varsity Wrestling, 11-12 Beta Club Awards: 10 JV Soccer - cocaptain, Best Offensive and MVP; 10 Wrestling, All-Con­ ference Honorable Mention; 11 Wrestling - Most Improved and Regional Qualifier; 12 Soccer, co-captain, Most Dedi­ cated and Best Defensive; 12 Wrestling, co-captain, Most Dedicated, All-Conference wrestling team, Regional Qualifier. Future plans: Attend Wil­ kes Community College, then transfer to a university to ob­ tain a degree in Business. V Parents: Lisa Proctor and Clayton Proctor Brittany Stidhams Ashley Nichole Trainor Parents: Joseph and Debo­ rah Trainor Activities: 9-10 Photogra­ phy Club, 9-12 HOSA Club; 10 Flag Corps Member of ACHS Band; 10-11 Volunteer at Segraves Care Center; 1112 Beta Club; 12 Volunteer at Segraves Care Center and Ashe Memorial Hospital Awards: 9-12 Academic Excellence; 9 National Poetry Award Future Plans: I plan to at­ tend Campbell University in the fall, and go into their Doc­ tor of Pharmacy Program. Whitney Stuart Annette Taylor Parents: Norma Miller and Tim Wilcox Activities: 9-12 Education­ al Talent Search; 9-10 Cho­ rus Awards: 9 Algebra 1-B Award; 10 Biology Award; 10 Tech Math I Award; 11 Physi­ cal Science Award; 11 English III Award; 11 Tech Math II Award Future plans: Associate's degree in sonography. >7 Dylan Thompson Parents: Patsy and Mick Taylor Activities: 9-11 Chorus; 12 Educational Talent Search Future plans: Go to a com­ munity college to be a CAN. Tina Hope Wilcox & II Philip Walter Parents: Roger and Ruth Stidhams Activities: 11-12 Beta Club Awards: 9-12 Academic Excellence; 9 Certificate of Achievement in Digital Com­ munication Systems; 10-11 Certificate of Achievement in Computer Applications I and II; 10-12 National Honor So­ ciety; 11 ACHS Webmaster Future Plans: Attend Ap­ palachian State University and major in Computer Infor­ mation Systems. Parents: Noreen and Roger Wilcox Activities: 9-10 Outdoor Club; 9-12 TSA; 11-12 Beta Club Awards: 9-12 National Honor Roll; 9-10 National Honor Society; 11 TSA Quiz Bowl 1st place in Regional; 12 TSA Quiz Bowl 2nd in regional and 4th in state Future Plans: Go to Wil­ kes for 2 years, then transfer to NC State for 2 more years, and become an Electrical En­ gineer, fall in love and get happily married. Destiny Simone Travis Parents: Greta and Reggie Hamilton Activities: 9 JROTC Future plans: To become a teacher for high school stu­ dents. Probably an English teacher. 0 0 Justin Weaver Parents: Tim and Kathy Weaver Future Plans: Work at Brian Weaver Construction, build a house and start a fam­ ily. Erica Charlotta Vannoy Parents: Tim and Alice Vannoy Activities: 9 V Cross-coun­ try; 9-10 JV Basketball; 9 Varsity Field and Track; 1012 V Golf; 10 Dream Team; 11 Rotary Club; 11-12 National Beta Club; 12 Senior class representative, active mem­ ber of Friendship Baptist Church Awards: 9-12 Academic Honor Student; 10 Governor School nominee; 11 Junior Marshall Future Plans; Attend Elon University. 4$ Carrie Louise Ward Parents: Eugene and Faye Ward Activities: 11 Volunteer at the Adult Day Care Center Future Plans: Look for a job and live a happy Chris­ tian life. Sarah Winebarger Theresa Weeks • ." % Tosha Vanover Parents: Jessie Vanover and Bonnie Shore Activities: 9-12 Marching Band; 9 Concert Band; 9-10 French Club; 9 Math Club; 10 Symphonic Band; 10-11 FCA; 11 FTA; 11-12 Honors Sym­ phonic Band Awards: 11 Symphonic Band, Most Improved and Outstanding Dedication; 12 Marching Band, Outstanding Member Future Plans: Wilkes Com­ munity College for two years then transfer to Appalachian State University. Major in el­ ementary education. Go HusKies! Aaron Wiles Parents: Dalene Hardison, Joe Weeks and Clarence Hardison Activities: 9-10 Chorus; 910 Flag Corps; 9 JUMC; 10 French Club Awards: 9-11 Honor Roll Future Plans: Go to Wilkes Community College for a year and then transfer to a fouryear college/university. Doug Ward Parents: Dana Ward, Doug Ward, Sr. Future Plans: Find a job, and live with Jeremy Houck, and don't nag my parents. Joshua Nathaniel Wheeler Whitney Ward Parent: Lou Ella Staley Activities: 9-12 Chorus, 910 French Club Awards: 10 Chorus, Dedi­ Parents: Wendy and Tracy Sheets Activities: 9-10 March­ ing Band; 9-10 Symphonic Band; 11-12 Marching Band 2, Honors Symphonic Band; 11 Choir; 12 Honors Choir, Husky Show Choir Future Plans: I am going to m^jor in Music Education and Instrumental Perfor­ mance. Parents: Jerry and Reta Winebarger Activities: 9 JROTC (Pri­ vate lsl Class), Track, Drama Club; 9-12 ACHS Husky Flag Corps member, Clifton Bap­ tist Church youth group; 1012 Kinetics club, HOSA Club; 11 Volunteer at Ashe County Public Library; 11-12 Beta Club, ACHS Husky Flag Corps Captain, WMU mem­ ber, Spanish Honor Society Awards: 9 A-B Honor Roll; 9-12 Academic Achievement Award; 9-10 Perfect Atten­ dance; 10-12 A Honor Roll, Outstanding Member in ACHS Husky Flag Corps; 1112 Beta Club, Spanish Honor Society Future Plans: Attend Lenoir-Rhyne College and get my Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, and later receive my Master's Degree to be a Clini­ cal Nurse Specialist in Pedi­ atrics. Have a wonderful future, Class of 2007 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2007 SALUTE TO THE CLASS OF 2OCV Parents: Rick and Karen Wurth Activities: 9-12 FFA Future Plans: To work in a construction job and farm on the side. 1 ' Matthew Winters Parents: Tim and Lynn Winters Activities: 9-10 West Jef­ ferson Church of Christ; 10 TSA; 10-11 SADD Awards: 9-11 A-B Honor Roll; 9 Most Improved in Earth Science; 9-11 National Honor Society; 11-12 Perfect Attendance Future Plans: To go to Wil­ kes Community College for 2 years, after that get a good job in marketing and advertising, and then go to work for UPS. Danielle Wood Parent: Ann Rose Activities: 9 JV Softball; 10-12 Varsity Softball Awards: 9-12 Best Offen­ sive; 10-12 All Conference Future Plans: Go to Wilkes Community College and get my accounting degree. I Amber Nicole Workman Parents: Mark and Penny Workman Activities: 9 Concert Band, Who's Who Among American High School Students; 10-12 Symphonic Band; 11-12 Na­ tional Beta Club, National FFA Organization Awards: 9 Engish I Award, Most Improved in Concert Band; 9-10 and 12 A Honor Roll; 9-11 Academic Excel­ lence; 10 Digital Communi­ cations Systems Award, Ge­ ometry Award; 11 English II Award, French II Award, FFA Greenhand, A-B Honor Roll, Perfect Attendance; 12 NC Scholar, Symphonic Band Merit Award, FFA Chapter Degree Future Plans: Attend Vir­ ginia Tech, and major in Ani­ mal and Poultry Sciences, and then attend Veterinarian School. % »* Sarah Elizabeth Wright Parents: Mark and Martha Anne Wright Activities: 9-12 Varsity Indoor Track; 9-10, 12 Var­ sity Outdoor Track; 9 School newspaper editor; 11-12 Beta Club. Awards: 9, 12 NCHSAA Scholar-Athlete; 9 Most Out­ standing English 1; 9 Honors World History; 9 Journalism 2; 9 Honors Algebra 2; 10 Hon­ ors Civics; 10 Honors English 2; 10 Honors Biology; 10 Hon­ ors Physical Science; 11 Ju­ nior Marshal; 11 AP English 3; 11-12 Academic Excellence; 12 NC Scholar Future Plans: Attend Duke University and major in pub­ lic policy studies. Early graduates (These early graduates were inadvertently omitted from the main section.) Jessica Louise Brown Bin Zheng Parent: Zheng Tain Qin Activities: 9-10 4-H Club; 9-10 Spanish Club Awards: 9-10 Perfect At­ tendance; 9 National Honor Roll; 9 Who's Who Among American High School Stu­ dents; 9 Earth Science award; 10, 12 Academic Excellence; 10 Algebra 2 award; 10 The National Society of High School Scholars; 11 Zoology Award; 11 Art I award. Future pans: After high school, I plan to attend a four year college. I'm majoring in Pharmacy. My goals are to finish college and get a degree in my major. Go HusKies! Parents: Larry and Betty Miller Activities: 9-12 HOSA; 912 JROTC; 10-11 A-B Honor Roll; 11 Photography Clb Future Plans: To pursue my career in the nursing field. Parents: Tina and Steve Greer Activities: 9-12 Band, FCA, SADD; 10-11 Theatre; 10-12 Craig Parker Upward Bound, JROTC; 11Parents: Vicki Church and 12 Beta Club; 12 US Army Tim Parker Reserves Future plans: Do construc­ Awards: 9-10 and 12 A-B tion work and take over my Honor Roll Future Plans: I plan on go­ stepdad's business. ing to college, and get a Cu­ linary Degree, and going full time in the Army. We at the jp Casey Lewis Parents: Monica Funk and Jimmy Lewis Future Plans: I plan to work in Construction, and get married, and have a couple of kids. Jessica Lewis Parents: Julie and Eric Merchant and Deloris Brooks Activities: 9-11 Lettered in soccer; 11-12 Beta Club Future Plans: Go to Dan­ iel Webster College for four years and then go into the Air Force as a fighter pilot. Audrey Miller Parents: Beatte Davis and Ronnie Miller Future Plans: I plan to at­ tend WCC and take care of my son. Robby Wurth Tina Nicole Miller wish every graduate the best! Class of 2007's Scholarships (as of May 20) STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP/GRANTS Laura Absher North Carolina Teaching Fellows Plans to attend ASU AMOUNT TOTAL ACCEPTED $26,000.00 Jennifer Andrews DARE Scholarship to WCC(2 years) $2,687.00 Plans to attend WCC' Billy Arnold WCC-J.B. Hash Scholarship Plans to attend WCC $400.00 George Baker ACAE Scholarship Jeremy Elliott Scholarship Plans to attend WCU $150.00 $500.00 Katherine Baldwin Virginia Intermont College - Merit Virginia Intermont - Whitehead Virginia Intermont - Photography Plans to attend Virginia Intermont $6,500.00 Ashley Lynn Blevins Lenoir-Rhyne Scholars Program Plans to attend Lenoir-Rhyne Kendra Blevins * WCU-UNC Need Based Grant WCU-WCU Tuition Grant WCU-NC Educational Lottery Lenoir Rhyne Academic ($4000 x4) Plans to attend WCU $150.00 $500.00 $650.00 Amy Cureio Campbell University - Presidential $20,000.00 Campbell - Scott Ellis Scholarship $24,000.00 Campbell - Administrative $4,000.00 Plans to attend Campbell University $11,200.00 Keelan Davis ACAE Scholarship Plans to attend ASU $250.00 $28,000.00 $28,000.00 $28,000.00 William Zachary Davis Jeremy Elliott ($2000 x 2) $4,000.00 $3,400.00 $500.00 $2,500.00 $16,000.00 $3,400.00 $500.00 $2,500.00 $2,000.00 $2,700.00 $6,500.00 $2,000.00 $2,700.00 $16,000.00 $22,400.00 $400.00 $28,000.00 $1,000.00 Undecided $27,600.00 $400.00 $400.00 $4,000.00 $4,000.00 $29,000.00 Sterlyn Bumgarner Pierce Family Scholarship Plans to attend NCSU $200.00 $200.00 $200.00 Ashley Burgess WCC-Thomas Bowie Scholarshp Plans to attend WCC $400.00 $400.00 $400.00 Danielle Calhoun WCU-Federal Pell Grant WCU-NC Tuition Grant WCU-Est. Academic Competition WCU-UNC Need Based Grant WCU-Tuition Grant Jeremy Elliott Scholarship James G.K. McClure Scholarship Plans to attend WCU $3,160.00 $700.00 $750.00 $3,360.00 $500.00 $2,000.00 $1,000.00 Emma Calhoun Liberty University Ohio University - Gateway Ohio University - Gateway Trustee Ohio University Residence Grant University of Akron Plans to attend Hocking College $13,500.00 $750.00 $4,500.00 $750.00 $6,000.00 Nathan Calhoun WCC-Ron & Ennis Davis Plans to attend WCC $400.00 Kristin Carpenter Jeremy Elliott ($1000 for 2 years) Plans to attend WCU $2,000.00 Jessica Caudill $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $500.00 $4,000.00 Jeffersons Rotary D.E. Hightower Ashe County Christmas Tree Assoc. C.E. Gardner Scholarship Jeremy Elliott ($2000 x 2) Plans to attend Plans to attend NCSU $1,000.00 $250.00 Aassociation of Energy Service Companies Scholarship^1000 x 4) $4,000.00 Plans to attend ASU Lenoir Rhyne - Scholars Lenoir Rhyne - Scholar Award $400.00 $400.00 Andrea Cheek Jeffersons Rotary Jack Miller ACAE Scholarship Plans to attend ASU Audrey Brown Brittany Brown $2,687.00 $2,687.00 $1,000.00 Kaleb Davis Stephanie Bowers Campbell University - Grant $20,000.00 Campbell-NC Legislative Tuition Grant$7,600.00 Plans to attend WCU Kelly Brabson WCC-J.H. Hash scholarship Plans to attend WCC $26,000.00 $26,000.00 Matthew Grazales Disability atthew Grazales Disability Plans to attend Campbell University Campbell University - Baptist $2,000.00 Campbell University - Scott Ellis $7,000.00 Campbell - Administrative $4,000.00 Boone Service League Scholarship $1,000.00 First Baptist Church of Sparta-Armentrout $500.00 Q & A Duncan Scholarship $500.00 Jeremy Elliott Scholarship $1,000.00 $3,160.00 $700.00 $750.00 $3,360.00 $500.00 $2,000.00 $1,000.00 $11,470.00 $25,500.00 Campbell - Scott Ellis ($7000 x 4) $28,000.00 Campbell - Administrative ($1000 x 4) $4,000.00 $36,000.00 Lees-McRae College Pinnacle NCLTG NC Legist Tuition Grant $7,600.00 Lenoir Rhyne Honors Scholarship Package $36,000.00 NC Nurse Scholars - Lenoir Rhyne $5,000.00 Plans to attend Lenoir-Rhyne College $1,000.00 $250.00 $1,250.00 $250.00 $250.00 $4,000.00 $4,000.00 $36,000.00 $5,000.00 $116,600.00 ASU-Joe Daniel Severt Scholarship $8,000.00 $1,000.00 Ingles Scholarship Plans to attend ASU $8,000.00 $1,000.00 Jeffersons Rotary Hurt Scholarship Jeremy Eldreth Scholarship MEDLA.COM ACAE Scholarship Plans to attend NCSU $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 Kristen Elledge $500.00 $4,000.00 Kristen Edwards Leia Eldreth Jeffersons Rotary Interact Jeremy Elliott Scholarship Plans to attend WCU $500.00 $300.00 Alex Eller West Jefferson United Methodist $4,800.00 Hensley Memorial Scholarship Jeffersons Rotary $1,000.00 Frank M. James Scholarship $4,000.00 Jeremy Elliott Scholarship $10,000.00 . , State Employees Credit Union NCSU Chancellor's Leadership ($5000 x 4) $20,000.00 NCSU-Engineering Foundation $11,000.00 NCSU NC Tobacco Farmers $7,340.00 NCSU Industrial & Systems Eng. $10,000.00 NCSU Erlanger College of Textiles $10,000.00 UNC-CH Dr. Worth B. Daniels $6,400.00 ASU Campus Based Tuition $750.00 $1,500.00 Best Buy Scholarship $1,000.00 Wal-Mart Plans to attend NCSU Emily Gamble $500.00 $500.00 $1,000.00 $2,000.00 $2,000.00 $1,000.00 $20,000.00 $24,000.00 $4,000.00 $48,000.00 $2,000.00 Darron Dotson Jeremy Elliott Scholarship Plans to attend WCU $2,000.00 $2,000.00 $7,000.00 $4,000.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $500.00 $4,000.00 $6,500.00 Jordain Dollar Carolina Carousel-Robert L. Maddox $2,000.00 $6,000.00 Michael Bell Music Scholarship Elon University Music Scholarship $12,000.00 $21,600.00 Elon University Grant $1,900.00 Elon University Tuition Grant Plans to attend Elon University < $400.00 $400.00 $1000.00 $1,000.00 $17,000.00 Leah Fulbright UNC Wilmington - Merit Based Robert C. Byrd Scholarship Jeffersons Rotary Presidential ACAE Scholarship Plans to attend UNC-W $6,000.00 $6,000.00 $2,000.00 $400.00 $2,000.00 $9,000.00 $1,000.00 $500.00 $300.00 $2,800.00 $500.00 $4,000.00 $4,500.00 $4,800.00 $1,000.00 $4,000.00 $10,000.00 $20,000.00 $11,000.00 $7,340.00 $10,000.00 $1,500.00 $1,000.00 $87,790.00 $2,000.00 $6,000.00 $12,000.00 $21,600.00 $1,900.00 $43,500.00 $6,000.00 $6,000.00 $2,000.00 $400.00 $14,400.00 �PAGE 14C FRIDAY, MAY 25, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SALUTE TO THE CLASS OF 2007 Class of 2007's Scholarships (as of May 20) STUDENT Katie Gammons SCHOLARSHIP AWARDED ACCEPTED and total Lenoir Rhyne College - Scholars $36,000.00 Lenoir Rhyne - Scholar Award $1,000.00 Lenoir Rhyne - NC Contractual $1,850.00 Lenoir Rhyne College - NC Legislative $1,900.00 Lenoir Rhyne College - Honors Trustee $1,000.00 Lenoir Rhyne College - Grant in Aid $2,850.00 $500.00 Dare Harrison Nursing Scholarship $500.00 $500.00 Jeffersons Rotary Interact $500.00 $4,000.00 Jeremy Elliott Scholarship $4,000.00 Ashe County Booster Club $1,500.00 $1,500.00 $500.00 WCU - Tuition Grant $500.00 $1,622.00 UNC - Need Based Grant $1,622.00 $53,222.00 Plans to attend WCU Caitlin Garn AF Financial Group Scholarship $1,000.00 DARE Scholarship(2 years at WCC) $2,687.00 Jeremy Elliott Scholarship $1,000.00 Plans to attend ASU Ethan Goodman Jeffersons Rotary Rotary Jeremy Elliott Scholarship Plans to attend NCSU $250.00 $1,000.00 $2,687.00 $1,000.00 $4,687.00 $250.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 Shri Goswami Bonnie Dixon Memorial Scholarship $2,000.00 Plans to attend UNC-W $2,000.00 $2,000.00 Lindsey Hagel PGA Scholarship NC Teaching fellows to ASU Plans to attend ASU $2,000.00 $26,000.00 $1,250.00 $2,000.00 $26,000.00 $28,000.00 Stillman Hamm Ashe County Home Builders Assoc. $1,000.00 Plans to attend WCC $1,000.00 $1,000.00 WCU Pell Grant WCU NC Tuition Grant WCU Est Academic competition WCU UNC Need Based Grant WCU Tuition Grant WCU NC Education Lottery Winsett Memorial Scholarship Plans to attend WCU $2,360.00 $300.00 $750.00 $3,400.00 $500.00 $140.00 $500.00 $2,360.00 $300.00 $750.00 $3,400.00 $500.00 $140.00 $500.00 $7,950.00 Molly Hanes NCSU - Centennial Scholarship Plans to attend NCSU $50,000.00 Kristen Houck Ingles Scholarship Plans to attend WCC $1,000.00 Joe Johnson Ashe County Booster Club Plans to attend NCSU $1,500.00 Amanda Hamby Kendra Johnson UNC Chapel Hill - Pogue Scholarship $30,000.00 UNC Chapel Hill - Laptop Grant $1,517.00 Robert C. Byrd ($1500 x 4) $6,000.00 Watauga - Ashe - Wilkes Scholarship $2,000.00 Ronald McDonald Scholarship $1,000.00 James G.K. McClure Scholarship $1,000.00 Wal-Mart Scholarship $1,000.00 Plans to attend UNC Chapel Hill $50,000.00 $50,000.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $1,500.00 $1,500.00 $30,000.00 $1,517.00 $6,000.00 $2,000.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $42,517.00 Parker Johnson Jeremy Elliott Scholarshhip($500 x 2) $1,000.00 Plans to attend ECU $1,000.00 Courtney Jones $2,000.00 Jeremy Elliott Scholarship $2,000.00 Lansing Ladies Auxilary Scholarship$500.00 Ruth Vannoy Price memorial Scholarship $1,000.00 Plans to attend ASU $1,000.00 $500.00 $1,000.00 $3,500.00 Brittany Jones DARE Scholarship (2 years at WCC) $2,687.00 Plans to attend WCC $2,687.00 $2,687.00 Julianne Jones $1,730.00 $1,900.00 $2,560.00 $8,500.00 Gardner-Webb Federal Work Study $1,730.00 Gardner-Webb NC Legislative Tuition $1,900.00 Gardner-Webb Federal Pell Grant $2,560.00 Gardner-Webb Presidential Grant $8,500.00 Gardner-Webb Federal SEOG $1,000.00 Lenoir-Rhyne Scholars $7,000.00 Lenoir-Rhyne NC Legislative Tuition$l,900.00 Lenior-Rhyne Contractual Grant $1,850.00 Lenior-Rhyne Grant in Aid $3,900.00 Plans to attend Gardner Webb Nancy Jones Lynn Brown Slater Scholarship Plans to attend WCU $3,000.00 Tiffany Jones Walters State Community College Plans to attend Walters State CC $19,110.00 NC State Firemans AssociationGeorge M. Bartlett Scholarship $6,000.00 DARE Scholarship at WCC (2 years) $2,687.00 Jeremy Elliott Scholarship^1000 x 2) $2,000.00 $150.00 ACAE Plans to attend NCSU Kala Jordan Katrina Krider Lees-McRae College - Academic Zion United Methodist Church ACAE Scholarship Plans to attend WCU $7,000.00 $1,000.00 $250.00 Will Krider Elon University - Presidential • $12,000.00 ASU - Joe Daniel Severt Scholarship $8,000.00 Elon - Business Fellows - Recognition $1,000.00 Todd Ruritan Scholarship Plans to attend ASU Ashton Little Wingate University ($6000 x 4) Jeremy Elliott Scholarship Plans to attend UNC-C $24,000.00 $500.00 Cori Little Hannah Leitner Scholarship $500.00 Jeffersons Rotary Rotary $1,000.00 Lees-McRae Pinnacle Scholarship $44,000.00 Lees-McRae College NC Tuition $1,900.00 Lees-McRae College Honors College Acceptance ($2500 for 4 years) $10,000.00 Plans to attend Lees-McRae $1,000.00 $3,000.00 $3,000.00 $19,110.00 $19,110.00 $6,000.00 $2,687.00 $2,000.00 $150.00 $10,837.00 $1,000.00 $250.00 $8,250.00 $8,000.00 $1,000.00 $21,000.00 $500.00 $24,500.00 $500.00 $1,000.00 $44,000.00 $1,900.00 $10,000.00 $57,400.00 $4,000.00 $500.00 $4,500.00 Watauga - Ashe - Wilkes Scholarship $2,000.00 ASU-Joe Daniel Severt Scholarship $8,000.00 Ruth Vannoy Price Memorial $1,000.00 Skyline Telephone Corporation $4,000.00 Plans to attend ASU $2,000.00 Jeremy Elliott Scholarship NC Masons Scholarship Plans to attend CCC&TI Chris Lyall Jessica Martin Jeffersons Rotary Rotary Plans to attend WCC Candace Neaves $250.00 West Jefferson United Methodist Hensley Memorial Scholarship $1,200.00 Blue Ridge Electric Corp Scholarship $400.00 WCC-Ron & Ennis Davis Scholarship $400.00 $500.00 John Parsons United Chemi-Con Credit Union $2,000.00 United Chemi Con Credit Union $2,000.00 Jeremy Elliott Scholarship($1000 x 2) $2,000.00 Plans to attend ASU Roxi Patel Campbell University - Grant Campbell - NC Legislative Tuition Plans to attend Campbell University $8,000.00 $7,600.00 Brevard College - Sims Scholarship $3,000.00 NC Legislative Tuition Grant $1,800.00 Ricky Miller Memorial Scholarship $1,000.00 Lees-McRae College - Pinnacle $36,000.00 Lees-McRae College - NC Legislative $1,900.00 Lees-McRae College - Federal Pell Grant $4,310.00 $750.00 Lees-McRae College - AC Grant Lees-McRae College - NC State Contractual $390.00 Lees-McRae College - Federal Work Study $1,600.00 $8,000.00 Lees-McRae - Performing Arts Brevard College - Federal ACG Grant $750.00 Brevard College - Federal Pell Grant $4,310.00 Brevard College - Federal SEOG Grant $750.00 Brevard College - Supplemental Grant $250.00 Brevard College - NC Legislative Tuition $1,900.00 Brevard College - NC Contractual Grant $2,500.00 Brevard College - BC Grant $3,500.00 Brevard College - Sims Scholarship $3,000.00 West Jefferson United Methodist Hensley Memorial Scholarship $1,200.00 Jeremy Elliott Scholarship $1,000.00 Ashe County Board of Realtors $1,000.00 Berea College Tuition Scholarship $80,000.00 Plans to attend Cape Fear CC $500.00 $2,500.00 $2,000.00 $2,000.00 $2,000.00 $6,000.00 $8,000.00 $7,600.00 $15,600.00 Jimmy Patrick $1,000.00 Coleman Payne Jeffersons Rotary Ira T. Johnson Jeremy Elliott Scholarship Plans to attend NCSU $1,000.00 $1,200.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $158,910.00 $1,000.00 $500.00 $500.00 $1,500.00 Kayla Phillips Jeremy Elliott Scholarship Plans to attend WCC $4,000.00 $4,000.00 $4,000.00 Brandy Phipps DARE Scholarship to WCC Plans to attend WCC $2,687.00 $2,687.00 $2,687.00 Julia Phipps NCAEOP - Dorothy P. Eller Memorial $500.00 College of Charleston Presidential Scholarship $61,616.00 College of Charleston National Merit College of Charleston$4,000.00 Ashe County Little Theater'sStan Holman Memorial Scholarship $250.00 Jeffersons Rotary Rotary Scholarship $500.00 University of Oklahoma - National Merit $78,500.00 University of Oklahoma - laptop $1,500.00 University of Oklahoma -travel-study $1,500.00 University of Texas at Dallas National Merit Finalist Cash Award $20,000.00 University of Texas at Dallas National Merit Finalist Housing Award$4,000.00 University of Texas at Dallas International Study Abroad $2,000.00 University of FloridaNational Merit Scholarship Corporation $4,000.00 University of Florida Out-of-State Waiver $15,310.00 University of Florida-Federal Grant Aid $4,250.00 UNC Wilmington Diversity Scholarship $1,000.00 Plans to attend College of Charleston Ray Phipps FRS Scholarship Skyline Telephone $2,500.00 Jeremy Elliott Scholarship $4,000.00 Plans to attend Haywood CC $500.00 $61,616.00 $4,000.00 $250.00 $500.00 $198,926.00 $2,500.00 $4,000.00 $6,500.00 The remaing scholarship winners appear elsewhere in today's newspaper. $30,340.00 $4,000.00 $500.00 Pamela Little Jeremy Elliott Scholarship Plans to attend WCC $8,000.00 $1,000.00 $4,000.00 $15,000.00 $250.00 $250.00 $1,200.00 $400.00 $400.00 tytaduate'a 'Pnztfet 7 t c . l v laaud*l r a e edye, ea pnay yen. II alaev me mutt ta uae i tvi&ely t and ^iad a may eamelam He male t e tvaald i live ia CONGRATULATIONS ASHE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATING CLASS OF a l t l lettea /itaee, ite 2007 r * male l f , t i l it* l d ie vt ptalleata, a l t caaiei ta face... i $naat me { i l and at caanaye <*ad fuct panflau ia my daya, /4ad elam me lam ta aenve 7 e l e ia t e meet e e t v i l ci e Sa a l my edaeatiaa. l my Aaectdedye aad aty eil il, TKay jiad t e x tnae £ull i jla a il u t ae 1 leana ta da 7 y l m l .. i l. /4ad atay atvane even, le ia evenytliay 1 da 7 a laavdedye caatee l t fiam leaxaiay *4*d miadam eaatea frtem 1fau. —WtUa Steiaen tilee FROM ALL OF us AT 'mt r a m tm n / tm n a mt r a � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 42 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Jefferson aldermen voted three to two Tuesday night to approve the rezoning follow­ ing a public hearing in which three residents spoke in op­ position and then capitulated when Commission Chairman Richard Blackburn promised a buffer between the parking area and their property lines. Two residents most direct­ ly affected, C.B. Jones and Ta­ bor Bell, said they had been told by commissioners that if the town's planning board and aldermen were opposed to the rezoning that they would abandon the request. That opposition resulted last year in a denial by the town to rezone the entire 7-acre Eller property. The commission, however, returned this year to make a different request, and that was to rezone only a por­ tion of two lots to make room for needed parking, and that at least 60 feet between the parking area and neighbor­ ing properties would remain residential zoning and would be screened by trees, bushes and embankments. Blackburn said it was about one acre of each of the two lots being requested for rezoning and access would come from the courthouse side and not from Oak Grove Circle. There would remain a 60-foot buf­ fer along with existing trees and others could be planted. The parking lot and lighting, he said, would be down in a depression, screened from the neighboring community by a 30-foot embankment at the upper end and a 17-foot em­ bankment on the lower end, and a berm and cyclone fence could be added if needed. Bell asked if the comment about accessing the parking lot from the front instead of the back along with the ad­ dition of a berm and cyclone fence could be put in writing, and Blackburn said in re­ sponse to that and to Jones' concerns about privacy that the commissioners would do anything they needed to do to work with the neighbors. "I would venture to say we will do whatever is needed to be done to make it palatable," he said, adding that this board would not request the rest of the property be rezoned from its residential status. When Mayor Dana Tugman called for a motion on the request, Alderman Luther Anderson said if the town didn't approve the rezoning there might not be a buffer for the neighbors and if they did rezone there would be a buffer, so he made the motion to rezone. Anderson was referring to comments made by County Manager Dan McMillan that even if the town did not ap­ prove the rezoning, the coun­ ty could still use the property for parking. McMillan said after the town's planning board rec­ ommended not rezoning the property that according to a precedent, it was determined that one unit of government could not restrict another unit of government and enterprise public funding allows for the use of parking and health re­ lated facilities in a residential zoned area. Alderman Charles Caudill said the Town of Jefferson See Land, page 5A West Jefferson holds line on taxes by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor After a 6.4 percent proper­ ty tax increase for the current fiscal year, West Jefferson residents face no proposed tax increase for next year. The board of aldermen will hear comments on a proposed 2007-08 budget maintaining the 43-cent tax rate during a hearing on Thursday, June 7 at 5:50 p.m. Town Manager Greg McGinnis proposes a budget with no increases in taxes or water/sewer rates although property revaluation last year will provide more reve­ nue to the town. The property valuation increased by $21.3 million and that is expected to improve the town's general fund revenue by 8.5 percent or approximately $57,000. With sales tax and franchise distri­ bution revenue added, the in­ crease in revenue for the town is estimated at $103,500 or 9 percent. Each penny on the tax rate provides the town with approximately $20,650 in revenue. McGinnis says in his bud­ get report that it is too early to estimate ABC revenues, but this increase will eventu­ ally be realized through the operation of an ABC store in the town. Some of the larger planned expenditures in next year's budget include a rate struc­ ture study, incentives pay­ ment to Smith's, new carpet at town hall, replacement of police service weapons and new police car, new truck for street maintenance, and GIS mapping. Four cents of the tax rate goes to parks, and some of that money will be Post photo by Jim Thompson These youngsters are part of Junior Appalachian Musicians (JAM), an innovative program that is changing lives in Ashe County, as well as Alleghany County, where It began almost seven years ago. Plans are underway to expand the program across the mountains. Mountain music changes kids' lives (First of three parts) by Jim Thompson Editor . The songs are older than this nation, their sparkling notes echoing down from cen­ turies of hands that brought them to life on fiddle, banjos, guitars and other instru­ ments. But the players are still in elementary school, picking out songs that were already ancient when their used to purchase drinking grandparents first heard fountains for the town park, them as children. provide lighting of the tennis Mountain music is chang­ courts and replace the chain ing young lives across the link fence along Main Street. western part of North Caro­ McGinnis said that the in­ lina, thanks to a program crease in water/sewer rates called JAM—Junior Appala­ in the current budget brought chian Musicians. In addition revenue in line with expenses to new skills, the kids are so there is no increase pro­ gaining new confidence and posed for next year, and the other abilities. town is working on a new JAM is the brainchild rate structure that will beneof Helen White, a guidance See Budget, page 5A counselor at Sparta Elemen- Post photo by Jim Thompson This talented group of young musicians, among the best in the JAM program, recently opened for Rhonda Vincent dur­ ing her appearance at Silver Dollar In Alleghany County. tary School and a talented instrumentalist herself. From her initial program, started in that school, JAM and similar programs have reached SeeJAM, page 5A Christmas in July a month away by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor One month and counting to Ashe County's biggest event of the year.The holidays come to the High Country with the annual Christmas in July Festival, scheduled Friday, July 6 and Saturday, July 7 in downtown West Jefferson. The festival marked its second decade with a whole new look and focus last year, and continues that new tradi­ tion of mountain heritage for the 21rt event this summer. In its new location, the fes­ tival will take place mainly on Second Avenue and West Main Street with music, Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpo8t.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com crafts and food. Activities will also be held in the town park and at the county library. Christmas in July Festival opens Friday, July 6, 7-10:30 p.m., with music and a square dance along with events from the lrt Virginia Cavalry Co. D Washington Rifles Civil War Reenactment group and food vendors. The fun continues on Saturday, July 7, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., with craft vendors, children's activities, farmers market, dance groups, Civil War re-enactment battle at 3 p.m. and camp tours all day, and special music from ra­ dio station WKSK's Colgate See Festival, page 5A Post photo by Teresa Roark Laws Legendary NASCAR driver Bobby Allison stopped by Ashe County Cheese during a visit this week to the county. He is seen here with Shirley Powers. Allison competed In 718 races over his 25-year career, posting an incredible 446 top 10 finishes, as well as 84 (with two more disputed) wins. Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,459 U.S. service people killed (as of 5/30) 25,681 U.S. service people wounded (as of 5/30) Mountain Hearts offers Tai Chi Check those seat belts! Mountain Hearts Center, located at Ashe Memorial Hospital, will offer Tai Chi classes beginning on Tuesday, June 5. The classes will take place each Tuesday and Thursday from noon to 1 p.m. The instructor is Cindy Higbea, and the cost is $30 for members of Mountain Hearts and $60 for non-members. Tai Chi combines agile steps with joint-safe exercise and mental strength to improve mobility, breathing and relaxation in ways that help you feel in greater control over your daily life. For more information or to register, call 846-0744. RALEIGH — More than 9,824 drivers and passengers were cited for seatbelt and child pas­ senger safety violations during the first week of the spring "Click It or Ticket" campaign, which began May 21. The final statewide tally for the campaign's first week includes a total of 9,100 seatbelt citations and 724 child passenger safety citations. State and local law enforcement officers issued the citations during nearly 3,900 check­ points and stepped-up patrols. North Carolina's seatbelt usage rate for drivers and passengers is 88.5 percent. �PAGE 2A FRIDAY/ JUNE 1, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Free distribution of 20 tons of food, gifts June 2 According to Shelter Rock relief organization founder Steven Reese, "the trucks are ready to roll. This will be the third event called a Day of Blessing to come to the Ashe County area. We've always enjoyed coming to Ashe be­ cause we feel like we're with our neighbors." Reese said that Shelter Rock distributes provisional relief in the form of toiletry items, food and household gifts. "We are currently mov­ ing over 57 tons per month throughout Appalachia. Our focus is to help those that can use it. I hope to see a lot of families with children. There are many that are struggling to make ends meet due to the high gas prices and low income. My hope is, the vast quantity of provision, will help ease the pressure on those who need it." Shelter Rock is located in Boone and operates from a 22,000 square foot distribu- tion center. Reese says that Shelter Rock has served over 100,000 people with relief yet there is so much more that needs to be done. "We are cur­ rently, regularly assisting, over 3,000 children with food supplements and gifts along the spine of Appalachia." According to organization officials, Shelter Rock has expanded beyond the Appala­ chia Region."I am humbled by the unconditional love shown by so many people. The desire to reach out to those in need has led us to become an inter­ national relief organization. We now operate a Monrovia, Liberia Shelter Rock location. We have a school for orphans with about one-hundred chil­ dren. Most of them lost both parents to either civil war or the aids virus." The Ashe Day of Blessing is scheduled for Saturday, June 2. The event will be held at the Ashe County Middle School gymnasium and begin at 2 p.m. The distribution of provision will follow a pro­ gram of music and a message of hope by Rev. Steven Reese. The Day of Blessing is a free event and there is no charge for admission. Those interested in volunteering for this event should contact Shelter Rock for orientation. For additional information call 828-963-4135. w - f Dick Miller Banker wins award RALEIGH - Dick 1tfiU'ei?s manager of retail banking for First Citizens Bank in Wfest Jefferson, has received the bank's highest community ser­ vice honor, "The First Citizen" award. "I can think of no one more deserving of this award," said Jeff Parlier, area executive for First Citizens in Ashe, Watau­ ga, Avery, Wilkes, Alleghany and Yadkin counties. "Dick has worked tirelessly to help change the face of his commu­ nity for more than 40 years. He is truly a wonderful am­ bassador for Ashe County and demonstrates First Citizens' corporate values of integrity, consistency, common sense and trust." The First Citizen award is given to a bank employee who enhances the quality of life in his or her community through dedicated, long-standing, ex­ emplary volunteer service and leadership. Miller currently volunteers more than 700 hours each year with 15 different commu­ nity organizations, serving in a leadership capacity with most. He has been a part of First Cit­ izens-sponsored events such as Big Sweep, the American Heart Association walk and the Ashe County Chamber of Commerce golf tournament. His other areas of service includes 25 years with the Boy Scouts of America, 15 years on the board of directors for Ashe Memorial Hospital, 28 years as an officer on the Ashe Chamber of Com­ merce Board of Directors and 10 years with the Ashe County Community Foundation. First Citizens' community focus areas are education; health and human services; community and economic de­ velopment; and arts and cul­ ture. Founded in 1898 and head­ quartered in Raleigh, N.C., First Citizens operates 340 branches in more than 200 cit­ ies and towns in North Caro­ lina, Virginia, West Virginia, Tennessee and Maryland. The bank is a major subsidiary of First Citizens BancShares Inc. (NASDAQ: FCNCA). First Cit­ izens is committed to provid­ ing superior financial services to individual customers and small to mid-sized businesses. For more information about First Citizens Bank and its services, visit firstcitizens.com or call toll-free 1.888.FC DI­ RECT (1.888.323.4732). TOPUMHi: IN-STOCK 30-YEAR OR GREATER WARRANTY OWENS CORNING ARCHITECTURAL ROOFING SHINGLES SPECIAL GIFT CARD via mail-in rebate VALUE! Via mail-in rebate with purchase of $760 or more of treatod lumber. Offer valid 5/31/07-6/4/07. 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It ages shutoff valve replacement is requred by state code, additional charges may apply (not mcixted to basic tostatatlon) Additional charges tor LP conversion kit may apply. Additional charges mey apply tor permit tees ©2007 by Lowe's©. Al rights reserved Lowe's and the gable design are regetered trademarks of LP. LLC 070594 001/070594(030 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JUNE 1, 2007 PAGE 3A SOCIALS Wood and Goodman to wed June 9 How new moms can pamper themselves Jerry and Betty Wood of Creston are proud to an­ nounce the engagement of their daughter, .Jessica Lianne Wood, to Billy Carl Goodman. Jessica graduated from Ashe County High School in 2001, and graduated from Wilkes Community College in 2005 with an Associate in Arts degree and a pre-major in Criminal Justice. She is (ARA) - Despite the obvi­ ous joys of being a new mom, it can also take its toll. Ad­ justing to motherhood can leave women feeling exhaust­ employed by General Assem­ ed, stressed and frazzled. So how is it that celebrity moms bly. The groom is the son of Rick always appear to be so well and Dianne Goodman of West rested and pulled together? Alyson Scott, celebrity Jefferson. He attended Bea­ stylist and founder of Styver Creek High School, and is self-employed at Goodman's leChic, contends that any mom can look and feel like a Construction. The couple is planning to million bucks. "Even though be married on June 9, 2007 new moms may be exhausted, at Creston United Methodist there are a few simple things they can do to look and feel Church at 3 p.m. well-rested." * The power of touch goes a long way. New moms are always looking for ways to develop a bond with their baby. What better way to de­ velop this connection than through the calming power of touch? So one thing Scott always recommends is to treat your baby to a mas­ sage with Vicks BabyRub, a favorite product of many of her clients with babies three months and older." The gentle Vicks BabyRub formula con­ tains petrolatum and Aloe to leave your baby's skin feeling soft. Vicks BabyRub also con­ tains the aromatic fragrances of eucalyptus, rosemary and lavender. Plus, Vicks has been a trusted name for more than 100 years, so you know that you're being a good mom when you combine this with a mother's loving touch." great pets for great families. * Eiyoy the great outdoors. Please notify the Humane So­ With warmer weather upon ciety at 982-4297 if you can us, it's the perfect time of give one or more a fantastic year to put your baby in the home. Bella is being adopted by one of the Ashe Humane Society's board members. The Ashe Humane Socieity operates soley on dona­ tions from caring people. We get no county funding. If you care to help other pets like Bella, please send donations to The Ashe County Humane Society... P.O. Box 1776, West Jefferson, N.C. 28694. stroller and head outdoors for a "Mom and Baby Hike." Its great exercise for moms, allows them to spend qual­ ity time with their baby and often after an hour or so of fresh air, babies are ready to go down for a nap as soon as you get home. * Accept offers from friends to help. Sometimes it can be hard to step away for an hour or two, but "me" time goes a long way with new moms. Don't be afraid to accept help from friends and neighbors, especially if they offer to baby-sit. Spending a little alone time with your­ self can do wonders in terms of recharging your batteries and ensuring that you stay healthy and happy for both yourself and baby. And despite what wom­ en do to appear stress free, Scott says the most impor­ tant thing for new moms to remember is that they are not alone. "Many new moms get caught up in the fact of whether or not they are doing everything 'right.'" she says. I think the most important thing to remember when feel­ ing overwhelmed is that it's completely normal! Even ce­ lebrities with a full-time per­ sonal staff feel overwhelmed from time to time." For additional tips from Alyson Scott on how new moms can pamper themselves and their babies, visit www. stylechicla.com. For more in­ formation about Vicks Baby­ Rub, log onto www.vicks.com. Courtesy of ARAcontent Bella and her babies Three months ago Bella was struck by a hit and run driver in front of Skyline Telephone. The Humane So­ ciety rushed her to Dr. Beckworth who performed surgery on her leg and inserted a pin. The Humane Society has cared for her since then at our own expence. Just when we thought we could find her a good home, we discovered she was very pregnant. Four weeks ago, she gave birth to four fat healthy wonder­ ful puppies. They will all be All Fishermen Welcome!'. Helton Creek Country Store 194 North • Lansing, NC relaxing television. I noticed a little stuffy feeling in my chest, thinking it was probably indigestion from that usually does the trick...but not this time. It got a little worse and both arms started to ache under the biceps. Thinking it might be heart related; I got back up and took two aspirin. My wife, Barbara said "we're going to the emergency room!" She didn't ask if I thought it would be a good idea, or if I to go, just "we're going." While she was getting her coat and the proverbialpocketbook, I went the car and got in the driver's seat. "What do you think you are doing? Scoot Over!" (She's a little excitable). Five minutes later, pulling into the emergency department at AMII, I was very glad she was driving. The pain was starting to ratchet up a couple of notches. The care I got from that point forward was amazing. Uke a whirlwind I was whisked to the back where blood was drawn, a diagnosis made, and the clot buster shot administered. I was transported to Carolina's Medical in Charlotte in great style by Blue Ridge Medical Transport. I spent three days there during which time the doctors installed a stent to open up my artery. My doctor commented that the quick and accurate response to my condition saved me from having severe heart problems; in fact, / had virtually no damage at all. They did recommend that I k receive some rehabilitative therapy upon my return home. I mentioned that our hospital had Mountain \ r Hearts, and one of the nurses said "Oh yes, they are one of the best in the state!" I got excellent care the three months I attended Mountain Hearts. They trained me on an exercise routine I have stayed with for well over a year now. The moral of the story? Listen to your wife, don't' wait around for the pain to go away, and get medical attention at Ashe Memorial, for my money, the best medical facility in the high country. xt ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL 863 Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson SUNDAY SERVICES WEDNESDAY SERVICES Sunday School 1030AM Worship and Childrens Ministry Worship Service 7:00PM 11:00AM 336-384-3477 Available that big meal, I went to the kitchen and stirred up a spoonful of bicarbonate of soda in some water, Dick Miller at 10:00AM CHICKEN BBQ SATURDAY, JUNE 2nd 10:30AM- UNTIL My name is Dick Miller. It has been a year ago this past February but it still seems like yesterday. On (with grandson Riley) Senior Vice-President of First Citizens Hank in Ashe County and is on the Hoard of Directors of Ashe Memorial Hospital. at Ashe County Worship Center and Lisa Osborne of Jefferson, N.C. She is the granddaugh­ ter of Robert and Shirley Osborne of Crumpler, N.C., and Gerald and Dot McNeill of Jefferson, N.C. She is the great-granddaughter of Ms. Virginia Barker and the late Dean Barker of Jefferson, N.C. Hannah's parents and her big sister, Madison, are very proud of her! Congratulations, baby girl! a Saturday night I returned home from a family dinner outing and set hack in my easy chair for some Ashe Memorial Hospital on May 23, 2007. She weighed seven pounds and 7.2 ounces and was 18.5 inches long. Her grandparents, Kenneth and Janet Barr, adore her. Come join Our Family Praise & Worship Hannah Grace Osborne competed in the Greater Miss Blue Ridge Pageant, held in Boone, N.C. on Saturday, May 19, 2007. Hannah competed in the 0-23 month age divi­ sion and was crowned the new 2007 Greater Miss Blue Ridge Infant. Hannah was also the Infant Personality Winner, Prettiest Eyes Winner, and Best Outfit of Choice Winner. Hannah is the eightmonth-old daughter of David To YOUR WIFE Birth announcements Diana and James Simons of West Jefferson are proud to announce the birth of their son, Carl Simons. He was born on May 19, 2007 at Watauga Medical Center. He weighed eight pounds and eleven ounces. Denise Miley and Jona­ than Wallace of Lancing are proud to announce the birth of their son, Jaden Wallace. He was born on May 23, 2007 at Watauga Medical Center. He weighed eight pounds. Kelly Renae Barr of Crum­ pler is proud to announce the birth of her daughter, Kadence Nicole Barr. She was born at Greater Miss Blue Ridge Infant 2007 200 Hospital Avenue, Jefferson, NC www.ashememorial.org When your neighbor calls, will you answer? Please say 'Yes' to Operation Round Up.. A Blue Ridge Electric representative may be calling soon to explain how a needy neighbor simply by rounding up your monthly bill. When we give us a moment to explain this program created communities. If you do. we feel certain you'll say "Round Your membership matters. DON'T WAIT FOR THE CALL! Say 'Yes' at the Annual Meeting Sign up from 8- 10 am (Prior to 10 am Business Session) Ashe County High School June 9, 2007 x YES! Xr Round Me Up! ft ft ft ftftftftftftft Pastor Chuck Call 336-846-1189 BLUERiTXiE f €*lt*ctric n\t*n\t*vr.*hip corp. U Sample Electric bill = $93.55 Round up to $94.00 \ Donation - 45c > Your Touchstone Energy Partner �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Stoning reveals different world The video, though grainy, is unspeakably horrifying. A 17-year-old girl— here in the United States she probably would have just graduated from high school—was dragged into a street in Mosul, Iraq, and stoned to death. Stoning conjures up images of medieval paint­ ings of Saint Stephen, with sort of a sanitized death. But the death of Duaa Khalil Aswad was anything but clean. She curled up in a fetal position as her uncle and other male relatives smashed her head with a concrete block, ignored her pleas for mercy and final­ ly crushed her skull with another rock. Police stood by and watched. Her crime? She was a Yazdi in love with a Sunni Muslim boy. Ever hear of Yazdis? Neither did almost any other American until this video surfaced. They are a religion of sorts that worship an angel that looks like a blue peacock. And, let us add, it is a twoway street. Not too long ago, a group of Sunni men murdered a young woman who was in love with a Yazdi. All this points out what a different world is in Iraq, and far different from what we were led to believe exist­ ed before this present war began. It is not a nation ready for democracy,at least not peacefully achieved. In the midst of the burgeoning modernization that began under Saddam Hussein are strong hatreds dating from the Middle Ages and earlier. Each group hates the other, usually for reasons totally obscure to Americans and all too obvious to those involved. That kind of hatred is not unique to the Middle East—consider the recent horrors of the Balkans and the long-term conflict in Ireland, just to name two examples. Within living memory, African Americans were lynched, shot down and tortured in this coun­ try. What prevents all this is a central government that is secular, armed with a con­ stitution that guarantees basic freedoms, and refuses to allow incidents such as we have described—and when they do happen, pun­ ishes the guilty swiftly. It is because of our federal gov­ ernment's nature, as wisely decreed by the Founding Fathers, that Christian, Jew and Muslim may live together here without open warfare. The refusal of the government to take sides in matters of faith guaran­ tees freedom of conscience to all—and prevents fanat­ ics from burning people at the stake because they dis­ agree. The greatest challenge facing Iraq's government is remaining solidly secu­ lar and moving to protect v everyone's rights. Incidents such as this stoning must be addressed so forcefully that extremists of all faiths have pause before they choose violence. PAGE 4A FRIDAY, JUNE 1, 2007 Give Texas to Mexico? To the Editor: Perhaps we should cede Texas to Mexico along with Bush and our representatives and senators and the million or so illegal criminals from Mexico. Our elected officials refused to acknowledge these people are breaking our laws. Frank J. Oakes Jefferson Thanks for support To the Editor: On behalf of the Library Board and the Friends of the Ashe County Library, we would like to express our thanks to all who attended the county commissioners' meeting May 21 and to all who wrote letters of support for the library expansion. We were overwhelmed by the number of individuals, busi­ nesses, and organizations who took the time to describe what their library means to them and how often they use this valuable resource. Sup­ porters filled the room during the commissioners' meeting, sharing their enthusiasm for this facility and the services provided. We extend a big thankyou to those supporters who spoke to the commissioners about the need for expansion to increase opportunities in the county for education, em­ ployment enhancement and general reading and enter­ tainment - all free services to the public. Dr. Pat Mitchell, Jane Lonon, Chris Robinson, Dr. Donnie Johnson, and Beth Dixon all spoke of their pas­ sion and support in how the library improves the quality of life in Ashe County. Spe­ cial thanks to library board Tv-tE Letters to the Editor NULIION DOLLA* UP6*AE€ gratifying to know that the expansion of this important facility, available to all resi­ dents of the county, is under serious consideration. We thank the county commis­ sioners for recognizing the library's need for more space to adequately serve the resi­ dents of Ashe County. Again, we extend our sin­ cere thanks to all involved in pursuing the goal of making a great library even better! member Dick Miller who so ably presented our case to the commissioners and guid­ ed those of us preparing the presentation. You, Mr. Thompson, and the staff of the Jefferson Post, also deserve a special thankyou for your continued sup­ port of the library's role in the community, your support Sally Zwadyk of educational services the Ashe County Library library provides, and your as­ Board sistance in "getting the word Karen Moll out" about its programs and President, Friends of services. the Ashe County Public Mr. Dan McMillan and Library his staff were very helpful in answering our questions concerning our presentation, and their assistance is most appreciated. All library supporters were ej/tremely pleased to hear the comments, commissioners' following our remarks, that To the Seniors of 2007: Your parents must be acknowledged their under­ proud! standing of the current situa­ Every year at this time tion. As Mr. Blackburn noted at the beginning of our pre­ the graduating seniors dem­ sentation, we were indeed onstrate that they are wiser "preaching to the choir." It is and ready to be considered Senior pranks 'adults'...by spray-paint­ ing (tagging) anything from roads and signs to buildings. Each time I see this it makes me wonder at the reasoning of these fledgling adults, and the acceptance of this prop­ erty destruction by the public at large. This year I am extremely saddened to see that someone thought it would be a grand idea to 'tag' the new mural in progress in downtown West Jefferson. Whether it was done "just because," un­ der peer pressure, or out of malicious attempt does not change the fact that the art­ ist now has to 'fix' the damage done to his mural. I would challenge the se­ niors to try to see what they have done from the eyes of the artist and the community. Instead of doing something destructive, try doing some­ thing that would benefit your community and your home. Volunteer, or plant a tree to be dedicated to your class. Senior pranks are one thing...senior vandalism is another. Megan Kolseth Are we moving fast enough on transportation? Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Classifieds Manager Receptionist/Data Input Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Graphic Arts Director Graphic Artist/Webmaster Linda Burchette Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Geraldine Hartzog Sandra Osborne Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Deb Holder-Caine Kelly Elliott Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. While we've visited many times before, it always takes me some time to get used to the horns constantly beeping, people pushing and shoving and traffic; yes, lots of traf­ fic. Half the time we spent in the cab from the airport was going the final four blocks to our hotel. The energy is fast and furious in New York, but physical progress can be slow. This got me to thinking about traffic and transporta­ tion back here in North Caro­ lina. Certainly we don't have the traffic problems New York has—few do—but highways are definitely a bigger issue in our state than they were 30 years ago, when I first ar­ rived. In rural areas, high­ ways are seen as the path to economic progress. If trucks and parts and finished goods can't easily move in and out of a county, many companies won't give it a second glance. It's the opposite problem in the fast-growing urban cen­ ters like Charlotte and the Triangle. Here growth is so rapid road construction can't keep up, and it's highways be­ ing turned into parking lots at rush hour that frustrate drivers. What's the solution? As with most things, mon­ ey is an issue. In North Caro­ lina, transportation funding comes from two major sourc­ es, the federal and state gov­ ernments. Both collect taxes from drivers on each gallon of gas purchased. The money goes to the respective capitals (Washington and Raleigh) for allocation. North Carolina's problem with the federal gas tax is that we don't get back all we pay. No automatic formula road spending haven't kept our state's needed transpor­ up with our increased driving tation spending over the next and roads use. If it makes you 25 years at $'26 billion. feel any better, this happened How much of this we pay all over the country. for, and in what form, will de­ I know what some of you cide how fast—or slowly—we are asking: "How can this be, move in the future! ey' and & since North Carolina's gas tax N o r t h | C a r 01 i - is the highest in the South­ Dr. Mike Walden is a Wil­ na—like east and sixth highest in the liam Neal Reynolds Professor 1 Mike Waldert ™ °, 8 1 nation? Aren't we collecting and North Carolina Coopera­ Southern a lot more for highways than tive Extension economist in states— other states?" the Department of Agricul­ is one that traditionally has The answer: North Caroli­ tural and Resource Econom­ come out on the short end of na's gas tax rate is high, but ics of N.C. State University's the stick. In some years we've only because most highway College of Agriculture and been short 15 cents on the spending in North Carolina Life Sciences. dollar. One reason: a portion is by the state government. of federal gas tax funds subsi­ In other states, local govern­ dizes mass transit systems in ments spend a significant big cities like New York and share on roads using local Chicago. So when my wife property tax revenues. Es­ and I recently rode the sub­ sentially, North Carolina's way in Manhattan, it was, in gas tax is high because we The editorial page of the part, compliments of us and don't use property taxes to Jefferson Post is available, our fellow North Carolinians! fund highways, so our prop­ There's also a problem erty taxes are low compared free of charge, for readers with our state gas tax, and let to other states! to express their views. All me warn you that it's a prob­ If we want more roads and it takes is a letter to the lem most of you won't want to less congestion, we don't have editor. The subject of the any easy options. hear. letters should be a matter That tax hasn't kept up Getting more money is the of community interest and with inflation. Just as you key, so drivers will have to pay and I need more money each more. It can be in the form should be limited to 700 year to keep up with rising of higher gas taxes or taxes words. living costs, so too does the on vehicle purchases. Some Letters must be signed state transportation budget have even talked about these with an address and need more funds annually to higher taxes being localized, phone number for verifi­ keep pace with rising road ensuring that the revenues cation purposes. Only the construction and mainte­ are spent exactly where the nance costs. money is raised. writer's name and com­ But the simple fact is, this Or more highway money munity will be published. hasn't happened. Adjusted for can be raised privately, in the Letters must not be libel­ inflation (another way of say­ form of toll roads. A North ous and no poetry will be ing, "the rising cost of living"), Carolina commission is in­ accepted for publication. the state gas tax per gallon vestigating toll road use to Please address: To the today is half of what it was help solve our transportation in 1970. As a result, both the issues. The logic is simple: If a Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. revenues available for spend­ driver uses a road, that driver Box 808, West Jefferson, ing on highways as well as the helps pay for it. NC 28694 or email to Transportation is one of actual spending, are smaller jthompson@jeffersonportions of our economy to­ the biggest and most contro­ post.com. day than in the past. Trans­ versial issues facing North lated: gas tax revenues and Carolina. One estimate puts :/ sa7s eack state gets back its federal gas HBr ^ tax mon- sOr M • i Express your views �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JUNE 1, 2007 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Corrections and additions to the 'Salute to the Class of 2007' Please note: These are corrected listings from our Salute to the Class of 2007, which appeared in the May 25 issue. We have included all senior pictures which were provided by Ashe County High School. If your senior's picture did not appear, we will gladly run it in a future issue, if you will email or drop one at this office. Public hearing set on budget C, J by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Citizens are invited to comment on the proposed Ashe County budget for 200708 during a public hearing Monday, June 4. Commission­ ers will hear comments dur­ ing their regular meeting at 5 p.m. No property tax increase is proposed in next year's budget so rates will remain the same if the county commissioners adopt the proposed $26.5 mil­ lion budget. The current fis­ cal year, 2006-07, saw a 1.5 cent increase over the previ­ ous year as the property tax dropped from 61 cents to 39.5 cents (per $100 of assessed value) to accommodate the increase in revaluation. The increase was on the revenue neutral rate. The budget for 2007-08 maintains the 39.5 cent tax rate. The commissioners' meet­ ing on June 4 begins at 3:30 p.m. in the courthouse. Prior to the regular meeting the board will meet at 11:30 a.m. for a tour of the newly con­ structed New River State Park facility on Highway 221 North and will then convene at 2 p.m. for a work session in the second floor conference room. Items on the regular agen­ da include: 3:35 p.m.: Executive (closed) session concerning personnel. 4:05 p.m.: Chief Building Inspector Jeff Cornett with t J amendments to the building inspection fee schedule. 4:20 p.m.: William and Amy Phillips with an applica­ tion to operate a solid waste pickup service in the county. In a letter to the commis­ sioners, the Williams' stated that, The rapid growth and development occurring in the rural mountains is opening the doors for this type of ser­ vice industry. It is our hope to serve the people of Ashe County by offering a private rural sanitation service." Items under general ses­ sion include a Declaration of Intent to Reimburse County Funds by Ashe County Public Library and a resolution con­ cerning fire service district tax rates in Deep Gap. Festival continued from front page Josh Ray Bare Parents: Billy and Linda Bare Country Showdown. Entertainment on Friday night will be the Buck Hag­ gard Band from 7-9 p.m. and a square dance with the Gray­ son Highland Band from 9:15 p.m. until closing. Saturday's schedule includes Amantha Mill Band at 9 a.m., the Colgate Country Showdown at 10 a.m., Dollar Brothers Band at noon, Steve Lewis & Company at 1 p.m., Whitetop Mountain Band at 2 p.m., Heritage at 3 p.m., Southern Accent at 4 p.m., Big Country Bluegrass Band at 5 p.m., Liz Harmon & Common Threads at 6 p.m., and Rock Bottom Bluegrass Band at 7 p.m. Admission to Christmas in July is free. Information and Will the next Megan Peeler perform at this year's Christmas in July? vendor applications can be found on the festival's web- Bud9et continued from f\ front page fit residential customers. The town is looking at a gradu­ ated meter size scale instead of the flat rate for all custom­ ers, and results of the study are expected by October. Util­ ity rates, unlike property tax rates, can be adjusted at any time during the fiscal year, he said. "I think you will find that this is a very conserva­ tive and fiscally responsible budget that allows all of our funds to recover after several challenging years," McGin- Land continued from front page is not an island unto itself, that it is part of the county and projects helping county residents also help town resi­ dents. And he said that while mistakes were made in the process of this project, he does not believe that allowing this partial rezoning for the property will hurt the town. He seconded the motion to rezone. Alderman Bluferd Eldreth voted in favor while Al­ dermen Max Yates and Mark Johnston voted no. Blackburn said the county is expecting to bid the $10 million jail project by July. The project is to construct a 158-bed jail and law enforce­ ment center beside the court­ house to accommodate des­ perately needed expansion of jail space and consolidation of law enforcement agencies. our father's blessings are greater than the blessings of the ancient mountains, than the bounty of the age-old hills. continued from front page Josh Ryan Bare Parents: Amy Barker Activities: 11 Beta Club; 12 Beta Club Awards: 9 A-B Honor Roll; 10 A-B Honor Roll; 11 A-B Honor Roll; 12 Artist of the Week, A-B Honor Roll Future Plans: Attending Western Carolina University, majoring in Music. Aaron Burchette Parents: Mark Burchette, Lisa Viers was started, taught by Steve Kilby, a well-known local player. "We had two kids on each guitar," White said. One would note on the fretboard, while the other picked. As the program developed, Lujean Keepfer, who then worked for the Alleghany schools as a bus driver and dish washer, became the first director. With White work­ ing as a volunteer behind the scenes, the program grew rapidly. With more grant money, JAM was able to buy 20 fid­ dles, 20 guitars, 15 banjos, 10 mandolins and dulcimer kits for the students to assemble and play. Today, the JAM program has 44 children enrolled. Lessons take place after the school day on Mondays and Thursdays, with the help of adult pickers from the com­ munity. "We prioritize chil­ dren in grades 4 through 8," White said, and take third graders on a space available basis." The students can check out instruments, just as if they were library books, to practice at home. As a visit to a recent rehearsal showed, some talented youngsters are emerging from the pro­ gram. One quintet opened for Rhonda Vincent this past Friday when she played at Silver Dollar Music Park. "We take our kids into the community," White said. That includes visits to festivals, where they can see their el­ ders play the music they are learning. This past week, JAM got a major boost when the Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation awarded it a grant of $30,000. "Although I don't know all the particulars at this point, this grant will allow us to be­ gin the development of a re­ gional resource 'hub' for JAM in Alleghany County," White said. It will allow her "to visit other JAM programs, con­ vene teachers of traditional music (and program direc­ tors) and hopefully come up with shared core values and operating principles which will link us in a meaningful way." Sometimes in little ways, the old mountain tunes are changing young lives. "I've seen some incredible success with kids," White said. "Some are not earth-shaking chang­ es, but at a profound level they are significant." The old music gives "a sense of be­ longing," she said, "a sense of community. Music provides something missing in other circles." It also spans the genera­ tions. Children discover rela­ tives who are involved in the music, and interact and learn from them. They have a new connection with their elders through a shared skill. And then there was a visit to a local nursing home. The chil­ dren played and sang "Amaz­ ing Grace," and an elderly man began to sing along. White noticed the nurses there were crying. When she asked why, "they said he had been there two years, and they had never heard him speak." Amazing, indeed. (Continued next week) Breathe... Don't Burn! Nathan Scott Eller •Garbage, paper and cardboard •Tires and other rubber products •Building materials, including lumber •Wire, plastics and synthetic materials •Asphalt shingles and heavy oils •Paints, household and agricultural chemicals •Buildings and other structures •Anything when air quality forecast is Code Orange or Red Subscribe and save! Call 846-7164 today and don't miss an issue Theatre One ili Pirates of the Carribean; At World's End pgsLc | GIG1' El Shrek the Third, 1G1E1E PGj Movie schedule for June 1 - 7, 2007 Friday, June 8,2007 ASHE COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL Promoting West Jefferson's Arts District Acorn Gallery. Ashe Arts Center, Ashe Street Gallery, Ashe Custom Framing, Bohemia Gallery , Originals Only Gallery, The Quill Gathering, River Rock Gallery, H.T. Morgan Arl Gallery, Sally Mae's Emporium, Smart Gallery, Stephen Shoemaker Studio & Gallery, Tin Rool Gallery llcfrpsliBfiils • Slirfl Wiisirians Burn permits Issued by the N.C. Division of Forest Resources or other agents do not excuse a person from following air quality rules. For more information, contact: Downtown West Jefferson's galleries and the Arts District is supported by www.ncair.org 1 (877) 673-6287 Winston-Salem Regional Office Division of Air Quality 585 Waughtown Street Winston-Salem, NC 27107 (336) 771-5000 (This ad paid for by a violator of tha open burning law.) >151GIG, 1G1G1G1G Visit West Jefferson's Art Galleries and (rait Shops, including •Prevailing winds are away from built up areas and roads • Fires are at least 1,000 feet away from occupied buildings •Burning is done on the site of origin, between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. 1 (877) OPEN BURN PG13 Theatre Two Sciond Friday of every miinlh. June thru Ik lober West Jefferson, klhlamlina For air quality forecasts, call 1 (888) 784-6224 or visit www.ncair.org. Leaves, branches and other yard trimmings can be burned, if no public pickup is available and you follow 0AQ guidelines. Open burning to clear vegetation from land or rights-of-way may be allowed, provided, provided that: Parents: Jerry and Beth Walker © 2007 by King Feature# Syndicate, Inc. World tights reserved IT'S ILLEGAL TO BURN: Parents: Charlie Eller, Jr. and Teresa Eller Awards: 9 A-B Honor Roll; 10 A-B Honor Roll; 11 A-B Honor Roll; 12 A-B Honor Roll Future Plans: I plan on getting my CDLs and maybe later be a construction con­ tractor and own my own busi­ ness. B. J. Walker GENESIS 49:26 GALLERY Smoke from outdoor burning pollutes the air and is unhealthy to breathe. In other business at the meeting, the Jefferson Board of Aldermen heard a proposed budget from Town Manager Cathy Howell. The proposal calls for no property tax in­ crease from the current 33cent rate, but does include a 25 percent increase in water rates, increasing the mini­ mum rate by $4 from $23 to $27. The water rates, said Howell, have not been in­ creased since 2000. Needs for the town include a shelter over pipes at the water plant to prevent the pipes from freezing, painting of the clear well and vinyl siding on the building at the intake center along with a salt truck and a lift at the maintenance shop. A public hearing on the bud­ get will be held at 7 p.m. at the June 25 meeting. THE ILLUSTRATED BIBLE site at www.christmasinjuly. info or call 846-9196. JAM many counties in this state, with more on the way. There are currently 12 JAM pro­ grams at various stages of development in mountain and foothill counties," White said, "while others are want­ ing a program." As a guidance counselor, White has learned that chil­ dren's lives are not always easy. "There are less than charming aspects of life in these mountains," she said, "such as poverty, substance abuse and family violence. It is really not pretty when you hear this from seven and eight year olds." Her quest to help children combined with her love of mountain music late in the winter of 2000. "I went to a music class and the teacher was holding up pictures of in­ struments. I said, 'Let's com­ bine classes' and he agreed. Next week, I brought in in­ struments." Soon, the children—and there were 70 of them—had a chance to try the instru­ ments. "Because of the num­ ber, they each had 15 seconds to play in front of the class," White said. "It was amaz­ ing." Then came what she calls "a pivotal moment." A learn­ ing disabled student came forward and took up a bass. "She played the cleanest, purest tones. The room was hushed while she played— and then it exploded in ap­ plause. It was so moving to see this child beam." From that class came the concept of JAM. With the help of grants, a guitar program nis said in his budget report. "Much of our debt service will be retired in the next few years, allowing the Town to focus pro-actively on expand­ ing our utilities and our cor­ porate boundaries to keep the Town fiscally strong." McGinnis said it has been his pleasure to serve the town for the past six months and he looks forward to a prom­ ising future. He also praises Finance Officer Kathy Howell for her assistance with pre­ paring the budget. WEST JEFFERSON BUSINESS ASSOCIATION i F O R M O R E I N F O R M A T I O N C A L L 336.846-ARTS �PAGE 6A FRIDAY, JUNE 1, 2007 JEFFERSON POST ELIGION R Groups seeks to protect military cemeteries NASHVILLE, Tenn. (BP)-The American Legion and two conservative legal orga­ nizations announced a joint project May 24 to protect the nation's veteran and war me­ morials from potential law­ suits. The effort is aimed a t pro­ tecting such monuments as the M t . S o l e d a d cross w a r memorial in San Diego and the Mojave Desert cross war memorial in California — both of which have been targets of suits by the American Civil Liberties Union, with mixed results. The Mt . Soledad cross -which was dedicated in 1954 and initially honored Korean War veterans but now honors all vets — still stands follow­ ing a string of legal victo­ ries by supporters. But the Mojave Desert cross ~ first erected in 1934 as a memo­ rial to World War I vets — cur­ rently is covered up due to a judge's order. Both prominent crosses initially sat on public land, although officials have attempted to save the me­ morials by making the land private. The joint project between the American Legion, the Al­ liance Defense Fund and Lib­ erty Legal Institute seeks to educate the public about such lawsuits and to be proactive in defending memorials not yet under attack. ADF and Liberty Legal will represent the American Legion -- the nation's largest veterans' service organization - in any suits. The question in every­ body's mind is, What about Arlington? Where does this end?" ADF attorney Joe Infranco told Baptist Press. This is a campaign to call at­ tention to what's happening, to proactively identify memo­ rials that may be in danger and to contact municipalities and offer a free legal analysis if the memorial is sued by a group like the ACLU. This project is publicizing these cases. They're not going to fly under the radar any longer. We want Americans every­ where to know about this. "When the largest veter­ ans organization in the na­ tion steps up and says it is furious and plans to fight the ACLU in every one of these cases, you know that they've really crossed the line." The ACLU says on its website that individual head­ stones aren't the target and that families "have the right" to choose headstone reli­ gious symbols. But Infranco said other liberal organiza­ tions could file such a suit. In December 2005 American Atheists filed a federal suit seeking to remove crosses on public land along highways in Utah that honor state troop­ ers killed in the line of duty. The suit argues the monu­ ments violate the federal Constitution's establishment clause. Any memorial "that has any type of religious symbol" could be the target of a suit, Infranco said. These are progressive lawsuits. There's clearly a goal in mind ," he said . " It ' s an overused metaphor, but it's a slippery slope." Said Liberty Legal's Hiram Sasser, "It is inconceivable that in a time of war, such as now, the ACLU and others would attack the enduring memorials that give hope and solace to countless Americans and remind us all of the sacri­ fice of so many in our nation's most desperate hours." A change a t the Supreme Court has given conserva­ tives additional hope on such cases. In 2005, when the court issued a split decision on two Ten Commandments cases, now-retired Justice Sandra Day O'Connor voted against both monuments. Since both cases were decided on 5-4 votes, an affirmative vote by her would have allowed both monuments to stand. "I think we feel a lot more confident with the current composition of the court." In­ franco said. "Justice (John] Roberts replacing Justice COME ONE. COME ALL! VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL Warreiun ille Baptist Church Saturday, June * Sunday, June 3 we will begin at 4:00 pm and end at 9:00 pm. Supper will be provided. mam The family of Nola Walton would like to thank everyone for all thoughts and prayers dur loss of our dear mother. * Monday, June 4 and Tuesday, June 5 we will begin at 6:00 pm and end at 9:00 pm. Supper to be provide at 6:00 pm. A special appreciation for J.D. Walton, | the staff at Segraves, badger funeral Home and to Janet Church & David Jones for the beautiful singing during the service. (She was a precious mother and loved by everyone who knew her. • Wednesday, June 6 we will begin commencement at 6:00 pm and end with refreshments for everyone. Transportation will be provided and anyone needing transportation can call 384-3044. Leave name and number on the answering machine if no one answers. HOPE TO SEE 1/OU THERE! COME & BRING A FRIEND! The Walton Tamil Assembly of God Church Bald Mtn. Baptist Church Pastor George Norris Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman Beaver Creek Christian Church Big Flatts Baptist Church Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. Pastor, Chris Cox West Jefferson • Since 1890 - 846-3795 Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! Baldwin Community Church 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Corner of Fan-Rotund A McNeil Sts - Jefferson (88 West • Isft on McNeil. One BlockI Sunday Evening - 6:00p.m. Raldmuuntuinchurch.org hniail: Baldmountafn@,sk) best.com Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. 246-2979 Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2042 Pastor: Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 1349 Hwy. I'M South • Todd 11 mi. offHwy 221) SUNDAY Sunday School 10:00AM Worship 11:00AM and 6:00PM MONDAY • Community Care 6:00PM (Pray er A Outreach I WEDNESDAY- Family Night 7.00PM (Allages) (Minion* Ministry, Van Ministry. Teen Time) "A Church focused - an faith, family .1 the future" Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.ni Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. 2 - Wednesday, June 6 • KickofJ, Saturday morning, June 2 at 10:30 am with opening assembly and end with a VBS field day after serving lunch. Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA 220 Lynch Colvard Rd.. Jefferson. NC 1460 Bald Mtn. Rd., West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service • 11:00am Sunday baling Worship • 7:00pm Wednesday Evening - 7:00pm Fleetwood, NC Jim Dawes, Minister Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Service 6:30 p.m. Bethany United Methodist Church Blue Ridge Worship Center Church of Christ at West Jefferson Cornerstone Fellowship 336-877-2801 495 Highway 194 South Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 221 Burnett St.. (Off Buck Mtn. Road) Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs l)nug Frazier, Minister Barnett St. • West Jefferson Buck Mnttniam Road 846-3954 Non-Denominational Deep Ford Rd.. Lansing Sunday Worship Service - Worship 11 :00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Casual & Contemporary Sunday School at 10:00 q.m. 11:00 am & 6:00 pm Wednesday 7:00p.m. Bible Study Saturday Night 7:00p.m. Worship at 11:00 a.m. 846-5615 Church Office or Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00 p.m. "Join its in worship to Christ" 846-5616 Preacher's Residence Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Friendship Baptist Church Healing Springs Baptist Church Jefferson United Methodist Church Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor 9178 Old Hwy. 16 • Crumplec NC 115 East Main St.. Jefferson. NC (336) 246-9512 9:00 a.m. Early Worship 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages 11:00 a.m. - Formal Worship Service "And He led them as far as to Bethany... Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 Sunday Evening Worship 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study 6:45PM Services en Espariol Sahados a las - 6:00PM Clases de ESL Scrvicios a las-7:00PM 891 Friendship Baptist Church RdJefTerson, NC Res. David Grinnell • 982-21(80 Sunday School-9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Senices-10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Servkes • 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00 p.m. Sunday School - 10:00A.M. Sunday Morning Worship Service- IliXJA.M. Sunday Evening Worship Service - 7HJ0P.M. Wednesday Evening Service - 7.HO P.M. Sunday Evening Worship 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7:00p.m. Church: 982-9210-Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for n jovjul worship e xperience. Mt. Paddy Church North Beaver Baptist Presbyterian Church "Loves you and wants you !" to fellowship with us every Sunday Worship - 11:00 AM Robert St. off Bare (Church) 846-9378 846-7481 We hove a nursery and children churches available Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00 p.m. St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church Smethport Independant Baptist Church Pastor James T. Sechrest Sunday School 9:45 am. • Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Nighi Services 6:30p.m. 5:00PM English <5 7:00PM Spanish Weekday Morn. Mass - Call for times Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m. Missions Building by Faith Promise Childrens Sunday School - 10:00 AM Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. 9:45 a.m. Sunday - Sumlu\ Srhool 11:0O a.m Suiulay • Worship Service 6:30 p.m. Sunday • Sunday Night Service 6:00 p.m. Monday - I.E.A.M. 10:00 a.m. Tueulay - Joy in the Morning 7:00p.m. Wednesday - Prayer Meeting Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. 192 Church Street 336-846-2429 194 and 88 West. Smethport. NC Hwy. 163 West Jefferson Pastor Rick Miller Sunday School • 10.00 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:00 a.m. Welcome Home Baptist Church Saturday Services: Bible School-10:00 AM Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. Children's Church and Nursery Provided Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Visitors become family 336-667-6092 West Jefferson. North Carolina Sunday Evening* (2nd A 4th)• 7:00PM Worship - 9:00AM Pastor: Kevin Morgan Corner of Second Street and College Avenue Sunday School • 10:00AM Sunday School - 10:00AM of Warrensville West Jefferson United Methodist Church Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM 336-384-3391 Seventh-Day Adventist Church Holy Trinity Church Glendale Springs 10:00 a.m. Rector • The Rev. Stephen Miller Phone - 982-3076 Office Phone JJ6-W-94I0 •Ha him Jones • Pastor 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh Main A Ivy Streets. - Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass • 9:00 am Saturday Evening Mass • WarrensviUe United Methodist Church Bitty Robinson - Pastor Adult Sunday School - 9:30 AM Worship A Praise 11:00 a.m. Rev. Keith Casey 1957 US Hwy 221 N. Jefferson, NC (336) 246-4764 (Episcopalian) Worship Times: Sunday School • 9:30 A.M. Worship • 10:30 A.M. Sunday Preaching Service • 6:00 P.M. Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study - 7:00 P.M. Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Mt. Jefferson liaptist Church Parish of the Holy Communion Pastor: Tim Roten "A Life Worth Living!" We would love to have you come worship with us. Mount Jefferson "Come a\ you are. you will be loved" Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. We invite you to join us for u Goil centered, family worshipping experience. Nursery provided for all services Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarcne Jcjfcncn 246-3820 Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00 p.m. Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Worship /1:00 a.m. Sun. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Sunday School - 10:00 am Sunday Morning Worship 8:30AM and 1 1:00AM Family Time - 9:30AM Sunday School - 10:00AM Friendly Grove Baptist Church Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 Pastor Lewis Poag and He blessed them" Luke24:50 [Williaml Rehnquist seems to be a wash. (Butl the addi­ tion of Justice (Samuel] Alito in place of Justice O'Connor is a profound benefit for our cases." Youth Service* • Sunday •6:00PM Van Transportation Available We arc a Safe Sanctuary Church! Pastor Home: 336-384-3188 • Cell: 336-977-1000 www.wjumc.nel DIRECTORY e s of > a* BM Worshi & To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 Corner of Hwy. RID-A-BUG 221 8c Cherry St. Tlut Termite & Pest Control 246-4222 HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPPLY, INC. 141 Lyalle EXTERMINATING Jefferson 246-6077 Lane. Jeffereon, NC (Just off Aehe Park Road) Opart Mon-Fri • 7am-5pm 336-902-9021 Sears 246-7131 203 East 1" Street'West Jefferson, NC Ashe County Builders Supply 'CimpUtt Urnof Building Suppht Old Hwy. 221-S. Beaver Creek • Wen JefTervn 336-246-3367 Mountain Aire 739 US Hwy 221 Bus Mt. Jefferson Oil BILL IIAIIT CO.VSTltrtTIOX H&W Oil Company Commercial and Residential All Types Dozer Work Hauling &Trackhoc Work PO Box 972 • West Jefferson. NC 336-246-6482 Fax; 246-6402 ^ Dr Pepper ]',j Bottling Company West Jefferson Jefferson, NC Home: 336-246-HART (4278) Shop; 336-846-7025 NC Inspections ATF Service Minor Repelrs Tire Sales 24-HOUR BURNER SERVICE • Your Fun Sendee OH Company Ca|| 846-9241 Ronnie Hopkins ASHE COUNTY CHEESE Auto Express Kwik Lube, Inc. Owner/Manager • David Miller 608 W. 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NC • 336-246-3600 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JUNE 1, 2007 PAGE 7A COMMUNITY EVENTS Hanes/Sara Lee Employee Reunion this Saturday at Ashe Park Saturday June 2 National Trails Day is Saturday, June 2nd and the Iron Mountain Trail Riders will mark the day with a trail clean up project on Forest Road 690 off of Scratch Gravel Road In Fries, VA. All trail users are invited and encouraged to participate. National Trails Day is the per­ fect opportunity to get out and volunteer for the good of trails. Volunteering is essential to the upkeep of trails in the National Forest and the Iron Mountain Trail Riders work to keep trails open and safe. All interested people are welcome to join in the effort. Volunteers will meet at the property of Tom and Gina Hagis at 781 Scratch Gravel Road in Fries, VA which is near the clean up site . Bring Gloves, nippers, a pack lunch and drinking water. This work day will be without horses. For more information go to www. ironmountaintrailriders.org or call Tom and Gina Hagis at 276-744-7363 or email at whiterose@wiredog.com. 8 a.m. until ?: A Yard and Bake Sale will be sponsored by the Ladies WMV group of Beaver Creek Baptist Church on Mulatto Mountain Road. Will be held at the Ray Taylor Building on 163. Proceeds will go for different worth while causes 10:30 a.m.: Vacation Bible School at Warrensville Baptist Church June 2 - 6. Kickoff Saturday with opening assembly and VBS field day after lunch. 11:30 a.m.: Pork Barbecue Meal with Baked Beans, Cole Slaw, Roll, and Dessert for $6.00 at Chestnut Hill Baptist Church in Crumpler. For more info, call: 977-4593 or 9829752. 1 pm.:Free Film Screening-Ashe Library. Do you have Affluenza? Come find out at a free screening of the funny and entertaining film, Affluenza. The New River Earth Institute will sponsor this event at the Ashe County Library at 1 p.m. Come beat the heat and relax for an hour while getting a prescription for a more sustatinable and enjyoyable life! Questions, call 336-846-1042 4 p.m.: Hanes/Sara Lee Employee Reunion at Ashe Park 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. Bring a covered dish to share. Anyone who ever worked their and their family are welcome to attend. For more information call: Judy Miller 982-4680, Geraldine Wood 246-3500 or Jo-Ann Pope 246-3639 5 p.m.: Zion United Methodist Church will have a Fish Fry from 5 - 7 p.m. 7 p.m.: Regular First Saturday Night Sining at Rock Creek Baptist Church. Everyone is welcome. 7:00 p.m.:Saturday Night Singing at Mountain View Baptist Church.Singing will be Mount Calvary Choir from Abingon, Virginia. Pastor Denton Hart and the congrega­ tion want to invite everyone to attend! Sunday June 3 Are you seeking a godly Christian college for your children? Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Glendale Springs invites you to join us on Sunday, June 3rd for a special worship service and a great opportunity to explore Southeastern Free Will Baptist College of Wendell, NC. Southeastern's purpose is to prepare students for a vari­ ety of church related ministries such as pastors, associate pas­ tors, evangelists, missionar­ ies, Christian school teachers, youth pastors, church musi­ cians, and Christian business professionals. The Majesty Trio will be in concert during the morning worship, and college representatives will be on hand to talk to you and provide infor­ mation. The church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd., just across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. For more information, call the church at (336)982-4840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743. Orion Baptist Church will have VBS beginning June 3 with a Kickoff Tailgate Picnic. VBS "Game Day Central" will go through the 7th and will have classes for all ages including adults.' Rev. Mace Johnson gives you an invitation to attend any and all of these events. 3:30 p.m.: A program on Indian Arrowheads and Artifacts will be presented at The Whitetop Community Center. The Wolf Hills Archaeology Society will pres­ ent the program. The public is invited to bring their finds to share or to be identified. Call Whitetop Public Library 276388-3177 for information. The program is sponsored by the Friends of the Whitetop Public Library. 4 p.m.: VBS at Clifton Baptist Church kicks off! 4 p.m.: Vacation Bible School at Warrensville Baptist Church June 2 - 6. 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. Supper will be provided. 6 p.m.: Revival at Rock Creek Baptist Church. Scheduled through June 8, or until the Lord leads us. Special Sining Each Night. Brother Jamie Denny will be preaching. Everyone is welcome. 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Church invites you to join them in their Game Day Central Vacation Bible School, June 3-8, 6:308:30 PM. Supper will be served from 5:45 - 6:20 p.m. each evening. Classes for Pre-K - 6th grade & Adults. Rev. Steve LeaShomb from Midway Baptist Church will teach the adult class. Rising 8th grad­ ers and graduating seniors will have VBS at the Baptist Campground on June 22-23. Transportation is available for both VBS's by calling Trish at 877-1506 & Cara at 846-9554. Pastor Gordon Rawls and congregation welcome you. Friendly Grove is located at 444 Buck Mtn. Road 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.: Vacation Bible School at Wagoner Baptist Church. June 3 through 8. Theme is Taking the Plunge' Everyone is invited. Call Pastor Steve Viers at 8461140 for more information. 7 p.m.: The Combs Family from Boone will sing at Temple Baptist Church. The pastor, Rev. Glenn Woodie and the congregation invite every­ one to attend. Monday June 4 Orion Baptist Church will have VBS beginning June 3 with a Kickoff Tailgate Picnic. VBS "Game Day Central" will go through the 7th and will have classes for all ages including adults. Rev. Mace Johnson gives you an invitation to attend any and all of these events. Noon - 2:00 p.m.: Alleghany County Library Summer Reading kickoff. Free hotdogs and drink for those who register ages 18 and under. Signup for Summer Reading for fun and prizes. 6 p.m.: Vacation Bible School at Warrensville Baptist Church June 2 - 6. 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Supper will be provided. 6:15 p.m.: The ninth annual Ashe County Tennis Clinic will take place June 4th- 7th at the high school tennis courts and it is open for both boys and girls. For rising 3rd-8th graders the cost is $35 and the clinic will run from 5-6pm. For rising 9th-12th graders the cost is $50 and will run from 6:15-8:00pm. You may register on June 4 at the tennis courts or call Vickie Herman or Logan Freeman at the high school, 246-2400. 6:30 p.m.: VBS at Clifton Baptist Church through Friday, June 8. All ages wel­ come to attend! 6:30 p.m.: The Peak Creek Ruritan Club will meet at the Peak Creek Community Center, Hwy. 88 East, Laurel Springs After the meal, Norma Bouchard will present a pro­ gram on the Parent to Parent organization. This is a non­ profit organization provid­ ing support for parents with children with disabilities. A business meeting will follow. Visitors are welcome. For more information, call 982-6125. 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.: Vacation Bible School at Wagoner Baptist Church. June 3 through 8. Theme is Taking the Plunge' Everyone is invited. Call Pastor Steve Viers at 8461140 for more information. 6:30 p.m.- 8:30 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Church invites you to Join them In their Game Day Central Vacation Bible School, June 3-8, 6:308:30 PM. Supper will be served from 5:45 - 6:20 p.m. each evening. Classes for Pre-K - 6th grade & Adults. Rev. Steve LeaShomb from Midway Baptist Church will teach the adult class. Rising 8th grad­ ers and graduating seniors will have VBS at the Baptist Campground on June 22-23. Transportation is available for both VBS's by calling Trish at 877-1506 & Cara at 846-9554. Pastor Gordon Rawls and congregation welcome you. Friendly Grove is located at 444 Buck Mtn. Road 7 p.m.: Revival at Rock Creek Baptist Church. Scheduled through June 8, or until the Lord leads us. Special Sining Each Night. Brother Jamie Denny will be preaching. Everyone is welcome. Tuesday June 5 Orion Baptist Church will have VBS beginning June 3 with a Kickoff Tailgate Picnic. VBS "Game Day Central" will go through the 7th and will have classes for all ages including adults. Rev. Mace Johnson gives you an invitation to attend any and all of these events. 11:30 a.m.: The National Association of Active and Retired Employees (NARFE) will meet at Winners Circle. Active and Retired Federal Employees are urged to attend. 6 p.m.: Vacation Bible School at Warrensville Baptist Church June 2 - 6. 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Supper will be provided. 6:15 p.m.: The ninth annual Ashe County Tennis Clinic will take place June 4th- 7th at the high school tennis courts and it is open for both boys and girls. For rising 3rd-8th graders the cost is $35 and the clinic will run from 5-6pm. For rising 9th-12th graders the cost is $50 and will run from 6:15-8:00pm. You may register on June 4 at the tennis courts or call Vickie Herman or Logan Freeman at the high school, 246-2400. 6:30 p.m.: VBS at Clifton Baptist Church through Friday, June 8. All ages wel­ come to attend! 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.: Vacation Bible School at Wagoner Baptist Church. June 3 through 8. Theme is 'Taking the Plunge' Everyone is invited. Call Pastor Steve Viers at 8461140 for more information. 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Church invites you to join them in their Game Day Central Vacation Bible School, June 3-8, 6:308:30 PM. Supper will be served from 5:45 - 6:20 p.m. each evening. Classes for Pre-K - 6th grade & Adults. Rev. Steve LeaShomb from Midway Baptist Church will teach the adult class. Rising 8th grad­ ers and graduating seniors will have VBS at the Baptist Campground on June 22-23. , ; Vs .v, Transportation is available for both VBS's by calling Trish at 877-1506 & Cara at 846-9554. Pastor Gordon Rawls and congregation welcome you. Friendly Grove is located at 444 Buck Mtn. Road 7 p.m.: Revival at Rock Creek Baptist Church. Scheduled through June 8, or until the Lord leads us. Special Sining Each Night. Brother Jamie Denny will be preaching. Everyone is welcome. Wednesday June 6 Orion Baptist Church will have VBS beginning June 3 with a Kickoff Tailgate Picnic. VBS "Game Day Central" will go through the 7th and will have classes for all ages including adults. Rev. Mace Johnson gives you an invitation to attend any and all of these events. 6 p.m.: Vacation Bible School at Warrensville Baptist Church June 2 - 6. We will begin with commencement at 6 p.m. and end with refresh­ ments for everyone. 6:15 p.m.: The ninth annual Ashe County Tennis Clinic will take place June 4th- 7th at the high school tennis courts and it is open for both boys and girls. For rising 3rd-8th graders the cost is $35 and continued on page 8A ftEGAL CINEMAS X R C G AI ENTERTAINMENT 0«0UP C 0 M » » DIG = DIGITAL SOUND BARGAIN SHOWS IN <) * Pass / Discount Ticket Restrictions Apply REGAL 7 Adv. Tlx on SafeOCEAN'S 13 (PG-13) * Adv. 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Call Pastor Steve Viers at 8461140 for more information. 6:30 p.m.- 8:30 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Church invites you to join them in their Game Day Central Vacation Bible School, June 3-8, 6:308:30 PM. Supper will be served from 5:45 - 6:20 p.m. each evening. Classes for Pre-K - 6th grade & Adults. Rev. Steve LeaShomb from Midway Baptist Church will teach the adult class. Rising 8th grad­ ers and graduating seniors will have VBS at the Baptist Campground on June 22-23. Transportation is available for both VBS's by calling Trish at 877-1506 & Cara at 846-9554. Pastor Gordon Rawls and congregation welcome you. Friendly Grove is located at 444 Buck Mtn. Road 7 p.m.: Revival at Rock Creek Baptist Church. Scheduled through June 8, or until the Lord leads us. Special Sining Each Night. Brother Jamie Denny will be preaching. Everyone is welcome. Bible School at Wagoner Baptist Church. June 3 through 8. Theme is Taking the Plunge" Everyone is invited. Call Pastor Steve Viers at 8461140 for more information. 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Church invites you to join them in their Game Day Central Vacation Bible School, June 3-8, 6:308:30 PM. Supper will be served from 5:45 - 6:20 p.m. each evening. Classes for Pre-K - 6th grade & Adults. Rev. Steve LeaShomb from Midway Baptist Church will teach the adult class. Rising 8th grad­ ers and graduating seniors will have VBS at the Baptist Campground on June 22-23. Transportation is available for both VBS's by calling Trish at 877-1506 & Cara at 846-9554. Pastor Gordon Rawls and congregation welcome you. Friendly Grove is located at 444 Buck Mtn. Road 7 p.m.: Disabled American Veterans will have BINGO on the 1st Thursday of the Month at Family Central on the Ashe Central High School Rd. In Jefferson at 7pm. There will be food available. For more infor­ mation call 336-982-3743 7 p.m.: Revival at Rock Creek Baptist Church. Scheduled through June 8, or until the Lord leads us. Special Sining Each Night. Brother Jamie Denny will be preaching. Everyone is welcome. Friday June 8 5-9 p.m.: Ashe County Farmers market presents its first monthly "Nite Time on the Backstreet" event with a street festival feel and provid­ ing a venue to showcase the Orion Baptist Church will market's very talented local have VBS beginning June 3 crafters. Vendor space is free with a Kickoff Tailgate Picnic. and all registered market ven­ VBS "Game Day Central" dors are invited to participate. will go through the 7th and As always, items available at will have classes for all ages the farmer's market are hand­ including adults. Rev. Mace made or homegrown in Ashe Johnson gives you ah invitation County. Entertainment for the to attend any and all of these evening will be courtesy of the Appalachian Mountain Girls events. 11 a.m.: The Hispanic performing their old time moun­ Committee of the Ashe, tain music. This event will be Baptist Association will be held one Friday of each month, meeting with Larry Phillips of June through September. the Baptist State Convention 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.: Gallery on June 7 at 11:00 at the Ashe Crawl Open house at Thirteen Baptist Conference Room. Downtown West Jefferson gal­ Serving on that commit­ leries and studios tee is Mrs. Linda Miller, Mrs. 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.: Oblds Cindy Felkel, Mr. Bob Neaves, Baptist Church Bible School: Rev. Steve LeaShomb, Rev. Everyone is welcome. Lawrence Goodman, Rev. 6:30 p.m.: VBS at Clifton Danny Pardo and the DOM Baptist Church through David Blackburn. Friday, June 8. All ages wel­ 6:15 p.m.: The ninth annual come to attend! Ashe County Tennis Clinic 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.: Vacation will take place June 4th- 7th at Bible School at Wagoner the high school tennis courts Baptist Church. June 3 and it is open for both boys through 8. Theme is Taking and girls. For rising 3rd-8th the Plunge' Everyone is invited. graders the cost is $35 and Call Pastor Steve Viers at 846the clinic will run from 5-6pm. 1140 for more information. For rising 9th-12th graders the 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.: Friendly cost is $50 and will run from Grove Baptist Church invites 6:15-8:00pm. You may register you to join them in their on June 4 at the tennis courts Game Day Central Vacation or call Vickie Herman or Logan Bible School, June 3-8, 6:30Freeman at the high school, 8:30 PM. Supper will be served 246-2400. from 5:45 - 6:20 p.m. each 6:30 p.m.: VBS at Clifton evening. Classes for Pre-K Baptist Church through - 6th grade & Adults. Rev. Friday, June 8. All ages wel­ Steve LeaShomb from Midway come to attend! Baptist Church will teach the 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.: Vacation adult class. Rising 8th grad­ Thursday June 7 ers and graduating seniors will have VBS at the Baptist Campground on June 22-23. Transportation is available for both VBS's by calling Trish at 877-1506 & Cara at 846-9554. Pastor Gordon Rawls and congregation welcome you. Friendly Grove is located at 444 Buck Mtn. Road 7 p.m.: Revival at Rock Creek Baptist Church. Scheduled through June 8, or until the Lord leads us. Special Sining Each Night. Brother Jamie Denny will be preaching. Everyone is welcome. Saturday June 9 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Bible School: Everyone is welcome. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Women's Prayer Retreat. The women of First Baptist Church, West Jefferson, will hold the sec­ ond annual prayer retreat. The retreat will be held at the DeBoard farm in Grassy Creek. Transportation will be provided from the church parking lot, leaving at 9:30 a.m. Bring a lawn chair and a covered dish to share for lunch. FOr more information call Joyce Mauer at 877-1074, or the church office. 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Friendship Baptist Church announces that VBS will be held Saturday June 9 with a Kickoff Game Day Central. First session will be Sunday June 10 from 9 a.m. -10 a.m..Worship A Service at 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. with a family lunch following worship. The VBS Team at Friendship invites you to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Coffee House at Jefferson Methodist Church Fellowship Hall Summertime JJ— fun with stories, song and music featuring GinnyTobiassen, New River Chordsman, Deborah Jean Sheets, and Tilde Carbia. Tickets $8 adults: $5 students. 336-846-2787 Sunday June 10 11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Lunch served at 1:00 p.m.: Annual Neaves Family Reunion Descendants of William Roderick "Billy" Neaves. National Guard Armory Jefferson, N.C. Bring a covered dish and a beverage and join in the fun and fellowship. Please bring any family photographs you would like to share during the reunion. All are welcome! 2 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Bible School: closing program begins at 3:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome. 2 p.m.: Benifit Singing at Rock Creek Baptist Church for Ronnie Townsend. Everyone is welcome! 4 p.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will begin VBS June 10 thru June 15. VBS kick-off will be held Sunday afternoon, June 10 at 4:00 p.m. with reg­ istration to follow. VBS will run June 11 thru June 15 at 6:45 p.m. nightly. Van transportation is available by calling at 3842548. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the con­ gregation invites everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek Community. 5:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.: Friendship Baptist Church announces that VBS will be held. Second session will be that Sunday evening with sup­ per at 5:15 p.m. classes at 6:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. Monday -Wed. supper at 5:15 p.m. and class­ es at 6:15 p.m.-8:15 p.m. The VBS Team at Friendship invites you to attend. 6 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church invites you to their vacation Bible School June 10-15. Their theme is Take the Plunge. Sunday night classes will begin at 6:00 PM then Mon-Friday at 6:30 PM. Classes for all ages including adults. Friday night they will hold a commencement service with a cook-out. Pastor, Rev. Chris Cox and congregation welcome you! our entertainment. All singles are welcome. For more infor­ mation call: (828)266-9700 or (828)964-8577. 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Garden Club meets the sec­ ond Monday of each month at 6 p.m. The June meeting on June 11 will be at a local home and there will be a tour of the gardens. A covered dish din­ ner will be served. Members are asked to bring a favorite dish. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. 6:30 p.m.: The Disabled American Veterans will have 5:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.: their monthly meeting on Friendship Baptist Church June 11th at 6:30 PM at the announces that VBS will be Hut on Ashe Park Rd. Military held. Monday -Wed. supper Funeral practice is at 5:30 p.m. at 5:15 p.m. and classes at 6:30 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist 6:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. The VBS Church invites you to their Team at Friendship invites you vacation Bible School June to attend. 10-15. Their theme is Take 5:30 p.m.: Calling ALL Team the Plunge. Sunday night Captains and Committee classes will begin at 6:00 PM Members! Please be sure then Mon-Friday at 6:30 PM. to attend the VERY impor­ Classes for all ages including tant Relay for Life Meeting at adults. Friday night they will Mount Jefferson Presbyterian hold a commencement service Church at 5:30. We need to with a cook-out. Pastor, Rev. have everyone's registration Chris Cox and congregation forms, luminaries (for program), welcome you! corporate sponsors and we will 6:45 p.m.: Landmark Baptist discuss teams tent placement. Church will begin VBS June See you there! 10 thru June 15. VBS will run 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.: High Country June 11 thru June 15 at 6:45 Christian Singles. Mt. Vernon p.m. nightly. Van transportation Church (Meadowview Room, is available by calling at 384Bamboo Road, Boone) Meal: 2548. The pastor Reverend $5 (First time guests eat free!) Charlie McCoy and the con­ "Something New is com­ gregation invites everyone to ing up for Singles in the High attend. Landmark is located in Country!!" Come and listen as continued on page 9A Marianne (our former direc­ tor) shows about something exciting for singles and she will be doing a gameshow for Monday June 11 BACK TO THE BIBLE h. (West Jefferson Church of Christ) There's Not A Friend Like Jesus While living in this world we accumulate many friendships. The friends in our lives come and Auto • Home • Life go like seasons often do. Out of all the friends we have only a few are truly our friends. It is hard to find An Authorized Agent for a real friend especially someone you can truly count on and trust. The greatest friend we can ever have s is Jesus. We can rely on Him and know that He is there for us. I hope everyone would want Jesus as their friend. BlueCross BlucShield of North Carolina Many of our friends have abandoned us when we really needed them. They have left us stranded without any comfort and strength. Jesus is a friend that is always near to help us out. Hebrews An Indopendenl oTlh, Blue Crod and Blue Shield Auociallon. 13:5," I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee." We can count on the Lord. Jesus will never leave us stranded nor will He forsake us. 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Doug Frazier — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — — 7 r I Yes, I am interested in a correspondence course by mail 1 Name: Address: State: Yes, I am interested in an in-home Bible study •fbli.com • ncfbint.com I Helping You I City:. Zip: Phone: Mail Request to: WJ Church of Christ, P0 Box 117, West Jefferson, NC 28694 Come to the Annual Membership Meeting to see who will receive the first grants given by the Blue Ridge Electric Members Foundation!!! ,L kiQrtt C*©Ufw Iwm inwxxt Co.. ton Iiinn tot**** t/ CWII, Iw. JoutlM"! fum It), MwuCi, W'Viy. MS /jf/_LfERlLPGE: v4*sctric n\etwln*r»I\lp m corp. <9 li m\ f JN n THESE PRIZES! Mil AT THE 2007 ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING - SATURDAY |UNE 9. 8:00 AM - ASHE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Have a Voice in Your Cooperative!!! Business Meeting: 10 am - Elect Blue Ridge Directors and tjR get the latest updates on your cooperative. 32 Widescreen LCD HDTV or Digital Camera! At this year's meeting: • Health Fair with free screenings and info sponsored by Ashe Memorial Hospital • Live Entertainment • Scholarship Announcements Membership Matters • Refreshments • Special Children's Program • Ray's Weather Center • NC Cooperative Extension j For more information, visit www.BlueRidgeEMC.com . Weatherization Assistance Programs • NC GreenPower . Advanced Energy • "Spin to Win" Energy Trivia Wheels 1 TV & 1 Camera awarded per district! Four $50 bills per district! "Bring the ticket from the back cover of your 2006 Annual Report to register. (Members must be present to win all prizes) �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 9A FRIDAY, JUNE 1, 2007 COMMUNITY EVENTS V.F.W. and Auxiliary meets on June 18 continued from page 8A the Silas Creek Community. Tuesday June 12 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 a.m.: High Country Christian Business Men meets at Hollar & Greene Produce Co. (Across from Mack Brown's Auto Dealership) Topic: "If Heaven is my Destination, Where is my Focus??" Come and bring a friend as we fel­ lowship together. For more information call (828) 964-8577 www.mtvernonchurch.org 5:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.: Friendship Baptist Church announces that VBS will be held. Monday -Wed. supper at 5:15 p.m. and classes at 6:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. The VBS Team at Friendship invites you to attend. 5:30 p.m.: New Cancer Support Program. This group is open to all cancer survivors and will offer opportunities to share and create a sense of possibilities while going through cancer treatment and beyond into survivorship. Come and connect with others who are on this journey, Class begins June 12th and meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month. Doors open at 5 p.m. for infor­ mal sharing and opportunities to explore books and tapes in the Resource Room. Group lasts from 5:30 p.m.- 6:30 p.m. Led by Suzi Woodard, LPC. Location: Cancer Resource Center at the Seby B. Jones Cancer Center. For more infor­ mation about any of these pro­ grams, call the Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center at (828) 262-4332. 6:30 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church invites you to their vacation Bible School June 10-15. Their theme is Take the Plunge. Sunday night classes will begin at 6:00 PM then Mon-Friday at 6:30 PM. Classes for all ages including adults. Friday night they will hold a commencement service with a cook-out. Pastor, Rev. Chris Cox and congregation welcome you! 6:45 p.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will begin VBS June 10 thru June 15. VBS will run June 11 thru June 15 at 6:45 p.m. nightly. Van transportation is available by calling at 384- 2548. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the con­ gregation invites everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek Community. Wednesday June 13 5:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.: Friendship Baptist Church announces that VBS will be held. Monday -Wed. supper at 5:15 p.m. and classes at 6:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. The VBS Team at Friendship invites you to attend. 6:30 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church invites you to their vacation Bible School June 10-15. Their theme is Take the Plunge. Sunday night classes will begin at 6:00 PM then Mon-Friday at 6:30 PM. Classes for all ages including adults. Friday night they will hold a commencement service with a cook-out. Pastor, Rev. Chris Cox and congregation welcome youl 6:45 p.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will begin VBS June 10 thru June 15. VBS will run June 11 thru June 15 at 6:45 p.m. nightly. Van transportation is available by calling at 3842548. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the con­ gregation invites everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek Community. Thursday June 14 11:30 a.m.: The Discipleship Ladies Bible Study will begin again on Thursday, June 14, 2007. The group meets at the Ashe Baptist Associational Conference Room from 11:30 until 12:30. Beth Moore's "Breaking Free" will be the study guide for the next series of study. For more information and to order your Bible Study Book call Linda Blackburn @ 846-3596 or the Associational Office at 246-5631. Come join a discipleship study for ladies, This is open to the public.. 6 p.m.: Single Adults of the High Country! Join us for a Single Adult Meet-n-Greet on Thursday, June 14th at 6:00pm at FaithBridge United Methodist Church office complex. This time of fellowship just for sin­ gles will also include a FREE catered meal from Bandana's Restaurant of Boone! Our time together will include din­ ner, some get-to-know-you activities, and a discussion about the needs you perceive that single adults in the High Country have and how we can address them. Come and join in a time of good wholesome fun, an opportunity to form new friendships, and a time of discernment about ministry for single adults in our area. Please help us to prepare for the right number of people by making a dinner reservation before 5pm on Tuesday, June 12th. To make your reserva­ tion, call 828-295-8333. Also, please let us know if you need child care and ages of any children who will attend with you. Fun activities for children with excellent adult supervision will be provided. FaithBridge United Methodist Church's office complex is located near the intersection of Highway 321 and Aho Road, halfway between Boone and Blowing Rock. Simply turn onto Aho Road from Highway 321, then take a quick right onto the church property, following the signs. The office complex is in the brick house. FaithBridge UMC (Rev. Marianne Romanat, Pastor) offers an informal, nontraditional worship service on Sunday mornings at 11am at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium on Sunset Drive in Blowing Rock (the former loca­ tion of the Blowing Rock Stage Company). Dress is casual and child care is provided. Our community is encouraged to join us for contemporary music, relevant messages, and "God at work"! Questions? Call 828-295-8333 or email info® faithbridgeumc.org . 6:30 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church invites you to their vacation Bible School June 10-15. Their theme is Take the Plunge. Sunday night classes will begin at 6:00 PM then Mon-Friday at 6:30 PM. Classes for all ages including adults. Friday night they will hold a commencement service with a cook-out. Pastor, Rev. Chris Cox and congregation welcome you! 6:45 p.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will begin VBS June 10 thru June 15. VBS will run June 11 thru June 15 at 6:45 p.m. nightly. Van transportation is available by calling at 3842548. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the con­ gregation invites everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek Community. p.m.: Blue Ridge 7 Opportunity Commission, Inc. (BROC) will hold its Annual Board Meeting with dinner beginning at 6:30 p.m. and meeting begining at 7 p.m. at the Fairplains Center on NC Hwy 18 North in North Wilkesboro. Items of business includes Annual Accomplishments of Programs, Elections of Officers, the "Miss CAG" and "Little Miss Princess" Pageant, recognition of the BROC Board of Directors and the great team of volunteers who make a difference every­ day for our programs. Friday June 15 5:30 p.m.: Join us for Vacation Bible School at Mt. Jefferson Presbyterian Church in down­ town West Jefferson, on June 15-17th. Dive deep into God's Word with us in the GREAT BIBLE REEF! Classes for chil­ dren ages 2 to16. Lessons & crafts & games & songs! Friday night at 5:30 p.m.: activities & dinner at the church. Please pre-register by calling or email­ ing the church office (8467481, wjeffpres@skybest.com) before June 8th. Hope to see you there! 6:30 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church invites you to their vacation Bible School June 10-15. Their theme is Take the Plunge. Sunday night classes will begin at 6:00 PM then Mon-Friday at 6:30 PM. Classes for all ages including adults. Friday night they will hold a commencement service with a cook-out. Pastor, Rev. Chris Cox and congregation welcome you! 6:45 p.m.: Landmark Baptist & songs! Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.: activities & lunch at West Jefferson School field. Please pre-register by calling or emailing the church office (846-7481, wjeffpres® skybest.com) before June 8th. Hope to see you there! 10 a.m. -5 p.m.: Vacation Bible School at Peak Creek Presbyterian Church. 2055 Peak Creek Church Road, Laurel Springs, N.C. Faith Mountain "An Extreme Adventure With Jesus" Church will begin VBS June 10 thru June 15. VBS will run June 11 thru June 15 at 6:45 p.m. nightly. Van transportation is available by calling at 3842548. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the con­ gregation invites everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek Community. Saturday June 16 9 a.m.: 12 Gauge Skeet Shoot. Shoot what you bring. Sponsored by: New River Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department. This will be 2 rounds at a cost of $50 per shooter with a meel and two chances on the raffle gun. Prize money will be awarded for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd pace and best overall shooter. To enter the skeet shoot, please contact Rita Phipps at 336982-9452. Raffle tickets are $5 each and are being sold on a 12 gauge over/under shot­ gun. To purchase raffle tickets, please see any member of the New River Fire Department or contact Rita Phipps at 336982-9452. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Join us for Vacation Bible School at Mt. Jefferson Presbyterian Church in downtown West Jefferson, on June 15-17th. Dive deep into God's Word with us in the GREAT BIBLE REEF! Classes for children ages 2 to16. Lessons & crafts & games Sunday June 17 9:45 a.m.: Join us for Vacation Bible School at Mt. Jefferson Presbyterian Church in down­ town West Jefferson, on June 15-17th. 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Mark June 8, July 13, August 10, September 14 and October 12 on your calendars for continued opportunities to see new, creative and innova­ tive works by Ashe County's leading artists. West Jefferson has an eclectic group of shops, galler­ ies and studios representing a large and varied group of artists who will be displaying their latest creations. Partici­ pating in the June 8th crawl will be: Acorn Gallery, Ashe Arts Center, Ashe Street Gal­ lery, Ashe Custom Framing and Gallery, Bohemia, Origi­ nals Only, Quilt Gathering, River Rock Gallery, R.T. Mor­ gan Art Gallery, Sally Mae's Emporium, Smart Gallery, Stephen Shoemaker Studio, and Tin Roof Gallery. Art lov­ ers will find on the streets of Downtown West Jefferson one of a kind paintings and photography, pottery, stained glass, quilts, fiber arts, jewel­ ry, woodturned art, and much more. Gallery Crawl offers an op­ portunity for visitors to see the downtown murals and listen to strolling street mu­ sicians. "Crawlers" might choose to schedule their walk­ ing tour around a nice din­ ner at one of the downtown eateries, or they may decide to do a leisurely three-hour tour. Most galleries will of­ fer refreshments. Special in-store promotions or door prize drawings will be held throughout the evening at se­ lect stops on the Crawl. Join your friends and neighbors for Gallery Crawl and experience the arts in West Jefferson! Admission to Gallery Crawl is free. Maps will be available at the Ashe Arts Center in West Jefferson and at other participating galleries and shops. For more information, call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336846-ARTS or see us on the web at www.ashecountyarts. org. Galleries participating in the June 8 Gallery Crawl ship from local artists. Coop members and consignment artists are showing a variety of fine art and handcrafted works including jewelry, pressed flowers, weaving, painting, stained glass, hand made books, photography, pottery, wood sculpture, and wood turnings. River Rock is located at 101 North Jef­ ferson Avenue and the phone number is 219-0089. SALLY MAE'S EMPORI­ UM is located in the historic ACORN GALLERY that features the fine art originals and reproductions of nation­ ally exhibited artist Raney Rogers. Her work includes representational landscapes, wildlife, and portraits, in various media. The gallery has handcrafts accessories and the Purple Chocolatier! Acorn Gallery is located on 103 Long Street and the phone number is 246-3388. The ASHE ARTS CEN­ TER is an historic WPA building featuring The Gal­ lery and Gallery Shop. With eight exhibits a year and over four-dozen artists repre­ sented, there's always some­ thing for everyone! Showing through July 14 is Shadow of the Hills the annual exhibit by the Blue Ridge Art Clan. The Ashe Arts Center is on the corner of Main Street and School Avenue and the phone number is 846-ARTS. the phone number is 8462218. BOHEMIA GALLERY features the work of owner Janet Dowling and other fine local artists. Bohemia's selections include a unique mix of original artwork, ar­ tisan jewelry, and handmade crafts. Linoleum block prints with stunning work in black and white, prints, baskets, pottery, and woodcrafts are highlighted. Bohemia is lo­ cated on 106 N. Jefferson Av­ enue and the phone number is 846-1498. ORIGINALS ONLY fea­ tures the work of Joan Stiles Bell. Her original oil paint­ ings include Ashe County landscapes, still life, and portraits. The gallery also features handcrafted Scandi­ navian mountain furniture. Originals Only is located at 3B North Jefferson Avenue and the phone number is ASHE STREET GAL­ 846-1636 LERY AND STUDIO fea­ THE QUILT GATHER­ tures a selection of fine con­ ING is a haven for quilters! temporary arts including Owner Gail Brandt has the paintings, clay, sculpture, largest selection of quilting furniture, and jewelry. For­ fabrics, supplies and classes merly the Hartman music in the region. Featured in building, the gallery has the shop are wall hangings, been completely renovated quilts, and clothing items to become the premier gal­ all hand quilted! The Quilt lery space in Western North Gathering is located at Jef­ Carolina. Vicki Brown, the ferson Station. R.T. MORGAN ART owner and studio artist at Ashe St. Gallery is known GALLERY AND GLASS for her colorful and provoca­ BY CAMILLE features a tive abstract oil and acrylic wide variety of original fine paintings. During the year, art. Award winning artists there are a number of open­ have been hand-selected and ings of exciting artists that are among the best in their have made important contri­ fields. Enjoy sculpture and butions in their field. Ashe paintings by owners R.T. Street Gallery is located at Morgan and Glass by Ca19 East Ashe Street and the mille Morgan. Other fea­ tured artists show pottery, phone number is 846-8284. ASHE CUSTOM FRAM­ blown glass, sculpture, bas­ ING AND GALLERY, the kets, garden creations, and Experience the oldest Gallery in West Jeffer­ paintings. son, offers a fine selection of elegance of a big city gallery original paintings and prints nestled in a small mountain by local and regional artists. town! R.T. Morgan Gallery Also featured is a wide array is located on 120 North Jef­ of decorative and functional ferson Avenue and the phone pottery, note cards, wooden number is 246-3328. RIVER ROCK GAL­ items, fountains, other art gifts, and custom framing. LERY is Ashe County's first The gallery is located at 105 artist cooperative featur­ South Jefferson Avenue and ing high quality craftsman­ dental hygienist, allowed the learning of pottery to come naturally to her. She believes that being a functional potter allows her to create work that meets peo­ ples' needs, while supporting the idea of a simpler lifestyle. To her, pottery gives the op­ portunity to bring awareness back to nature. Clay that was formed by nature, taken from the earth gives Tena the feel­ ing that each pot is a collabo­ rated piece, crafted both by man/woman and earth work­ ing together. Tena works in stoneware clay and applies light blues and weathered copper green glazes to her pottery. The pots have a contemporary look in which most of the pottery is hand built, wheel thrown, or a combination of the two. Several of the forms are gen­ tly altered, creating unique shapes, one piece at a time. Like many potters, she enjoys cooking. She finds herself de­ signing pieces in which dif­ ferent foods may be displayed and served in. Tena will also be showing other functional Recently, the Mountain View Elementary School's second grade class visited West Jefferson's Art District for their very own Gallery Crawl. During their visit to River Rock Gallery, they were presented with some special­ ly prepared sheets of heavy paper and invited to create their own works of art: draw­ ing, painting, collage, what­ ever they wanted. These creations have been returned to River Rock and will be on display for the next month. River Rock is excited to be able to expand the ho­ rizons of the students, giving them a chance to create work that will be displayed pub­ licly, experience a real gallery reception and have their own moment in the sun. River Rock Gallery is pleased to Spotlite the stu­ dents' work in their very own section of the Gallery for this year's first Gallery Crawl, June 8, 2007. Work will re­ main on display in the Gal­ lery until July 6th. River Rock Gallery encour­ ages you to join us in support­ ing these budding artists. The original art pieces are offered for only $10. Years from now you may have the joy of say­ ing "I knew them when..." and owning a priceless pice of art. Your purchase will encourage and motivate a young artist. River Rock Gallery is a locally artist-owned coopera­ tive featuring the works of many member and consign­ ment artists. It is located at 101 N. Jefferson Avenue in West Jefferson, NC. For more information about the Gallery call 336-219-0089 or Jury Chair 336-977-9015 or visit the website at www.riverrockgallery.com. Ray Hardware Store Build­ ing and features the work of more than six-dozen artists and craftsmen. Included in this unique space are pot­ tery, oils, pastels, prints, pho­ tography, toys, collectibles, fibers, quilts, furniture, and other handcrafted items. Sally Mae's is located at 10 South Jefferson Avenue and the phone number is 2469069. SMART pieces designed for plants and flowers like: violet pots, herb pots with a drain plate, ivy wedding vase, hand built & wheel thrown plant pots on feet, basket style pots, wall plant holders, and a variety of vases. Tena will be displaying water fountains, birdhouses, birdfeeders and birdbaths as well. Some examples of the pot­ tery she tries to keep stocked at Smart Gallery are: plates, display bowls made to mount­ ed on the wall, teapots, nest­ ing bowls, ivy nut/cranberry sauce bowls, mixing bowls, canister sets, serving trays with handles, wine coolers on feet, and ceremonial goblets. Wenta Pottery may be placed in the oven, microwave and dishwasher No lead is used. Tena takes special or­ ders! Contact the manager at SMART Gallery to place an order. Tena Wenta, and her hus­ band Bob live in Boone. Bob is an assistant professor at ASU and Tena operates Wenta Pot­ tery out of their home studio. They feel so fortunate to be able to live here in the beauti­ ful mountains. Tena has been selling her work for the last 15 years in art galleries, jur­ ied art shows, and through art exhibitions. River Rock Gallery spotlites young artists ASHE COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL GALLERY SMART Gallery is featur­ ing local artist, Tena Wenta, for a delightful afternoon of fun and refreshments. Come meet the artist and see her beautiful pottery while enjoy­ ing an assortment of hot and cold teas and delectable cook­ ies. There will be a huge vari­ ety of stoneware teapots, cup & saucer sets, serving trays, plates, pitchers, sugar bowls and honey pots. Several piec­ es will be one-of- kind. The pots are hand crafted by local potter Tena Wenta. Tena's tea collection designs are inspired by her enjoyment of serving teas and baked goods to her friends. She enjoys creating the one-of-a-kind pieces. You may preview Tena Wenta's teapots and accessories Friday night at the Gallery Crawl. Tena keeps her pottery on a functional level, but with a contemporary look. As a child, Tena was exposed to the crafts person's way of life. Her fami­ ly has been self-supporting as coppersmiths and furniture makers for the last 45 years. This family experience, and working with her hands as a STEPHEN SHOEMAK­ ER STUDIO is the place to paint according to artist owner Stephen Shoemaker! And paint he does! Stephen is known as the Train Man in Ashe County with numerous original watercolor paintings and prints on his favorite subject. Stephen also paints landscapes and still life. Shoemaker's Studio located in the AF Bank Office Build­ ing, 113 South Jefferson Av­ enue and the phone number is 846-3401. J lom & Dad when I had to deal with two different companies and paid too much for too little." That was then... Now there's Mediacom! Throw out that old technology and make the switch! Now one company delivers it all! 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Come out and join the fun on the streets of West Jefferson. Admission to Gallery Crawl is free. Maps will be avail­ able at the Ashe Arts Center in West Jefferson and at oth­ er participating galleries and shops. For more information, call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336-846-ARTS. L love, "I remember... GALLERY owned by Gail Smart and managed by Connie Craw­ ford, features over 50 art­ ists in various mediums that include fine art, photogra­ phy, jewelry, fine woodwork­ ing, pottery and glass. 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p.m.: Exercise room open (for a fee) 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers 5:30-7 p.m.: Computer class Wednesday, June 13 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10 a.m.: Trip Planning Committee 10-11 a.m.: Exercise Tuesday, June 5 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10 a.m.: Garden Club 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 5-6 p.m.: Exercise room open (for a fee) 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers 5:30-7 p.m.: Computer class Thursday, June 14 Wednesday, June 6 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 10:30 a.m.: Father's Day program with child day care 11 a.m.: Grief Counseling 11:30 a.m.: Singing with Edith and Friends 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK 1-2 p.m.: Caregivers Support Group 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle 9-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 10 a.m.: Flag Ceremony with child day care Friday, June 15 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise Noon: AARP meeting (covered dish) Thursday, June 7 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle 9-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 10 a.m.: Garden Club Friday, June 8 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11 a.m.: Trip Committee 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK 4 p.m.: Art of Aging exhibit opens with awards, exhibit goes through Aug. 3 Monday, June 11 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting with Janet 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11 a.m.: Senior Center survey 5-6 p.m.: Exercise room open (for a fee) 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle 9:30-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 10-11 a.m.: Shuffleboard games Friday, June 22 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 10:30-11:30 a.m.: Healthy Eating program 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK Monday, June 25 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting with Janet 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 5-6 p.m.: Exercise room open (for a fee) 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Cake Decorating Tuesday, June 26 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 5-6 p.m.: Exercise room open (for a fee) 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers 5:30-7 p.m.: Computer class Wednesday, June 27 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing Monday, June 18 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting with Janet 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11:30 a.m.: Singing with Ed and Friends 5-6 p.m.: Exercise room open (for a fee) 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Cake Decorating Thursday, June 28 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle 9:30-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 11:30 a.m.: Program on Mount Jefferson State Park with Tom Randolph Friday, June 29 Tuesday, June 19 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 5-6 p.m.: Exercise room open (for a fee) 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers 5:30-7 p.m.: Computer class 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11:40 a.m.: Program on Breast Cancer with Mary Caryl Elmore 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK Daily activities: 7 a.m.-9 p.m.: Walking Trail; 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Wednesday, June 20 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment ohty 9 a.m.: Picnic at Grayson Highlands State Park 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise Exercise Room, Blood Pressure Checks, Billiards, Public Access Computer Lab; 8:30 a.m.-Noon: Rook Games; 1011:30 a.m.: Bingo; 12:30-2:30 p.m.: Basic Skills classes; 5-6 p.m.: Exercise room open (for a fee). For more information, call Louise Caudill at 246-4347. c { SUNDAY, JUNE 17™ is FATHER'S DAY Let's all honor our Fathers! The Jefferson Post will be publishing a special page for Fathers on June 15th, 2007 Although Dad may never say so... he would love to see an ad in the Jefferson Post expressing your feelings for him! Crossing the finish line Post photo by Linda Burchette Seniors from Ashe, Alleghany and Wilkes counties competed in track events at Ashe County High School for the Blue Ridge Senior Games in early May. Here Tony Adams of Wilkes crosses just in front of Carl Gibbons of Wilkes. Watch for results of the Se­ nior Games and a photo of Ashe County medal winners In an upcoming edition. For only $15.00 you may place an ad that includes a photo of Dad and a write-up of 30 words or less. Deadline to place ad is: Tuesday, June 12th by 5:00pm | Father's Name:. |Your Name: Phone Number. 1 Message: 1 1 1 1 1 You may bring your information to our office located at: 203 South Second Avenue in West Jefferson (next to Hart Power Equipment) Or you may mail your ad, along with the payment to: Jefferson Post • Attn: Classifieds PO Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 For more information call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 All ads must be prepaid • We accept Visa and MasterCard �PAGE 12A FRIDAY, JUNE 1, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Are you stuck in your cocoon? Get ready to fly! by Maria Cilley (FlyLady) Special to the Post Do you feel that no one in your family understands you? My heart goes out to you! I know how you have been put down because of your imagi­ nation, creativity and sidetrackedness. We don't fit the mold our family wants us to fit. God knows how hard we have tried to be what they wanted us to be. Everybody just wants to be loved. The problem is they don't know how to love us and that is and it will get done. Let me start by saying, "I am not your mother de­ manding that you go clean your room!" Now here is the tough part. If you have heard your mother's voice when you have read my messages then we are going to work hard to remove that voice from your head. You are an adult and this is your home. I am not your mother; I am your dear friend that you have asked to help you. I am not critical of the way you keep your home, because I am just like you. I have lived in clutter and CHAOS too and I understand how the clutter becomes a co­ coon to isolate you from your imagination and creativity. We have been made to feel guilty because of our gift of imagination. Well I am here to tell you that our imagina­ tion if a powerful tool to help us out of our cocoon. If we can think it; we can do it. We can take our idea and turn it into whatever it is that we choose. We just need someone to teach us how to make this happen without the world falling apart around us. Our homes are stifling our imagination. Our little creative minds have been stuffed into this cocoon be­ MAXIMI MAXIM McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers, of Jefferson, N.C., are pleased to announce the promotion of Susan G. Kilby to Development Editor. She joined McFarland in 2002 as an editorial assistant and was promoted to assistant ed­ itor in 2004. A native of Ashe County, Kilby graduated from Appalachian State University in 2002 with a B.A. in English. She lives in West Jefferson. Founded in Jefferson in 1979, employing 45 local in­ dividuals, and now one of the country's larger scholarly and reference book publishers, McFarland publishes about 325 nonfiction titles a year, primarily for libraries, schol­ ars and specialists world­ wide « I Vj ? i DOWNTOWN WEST JEFFERSOI LARGEST DISCOUNTS EVER!!! 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So much so that it might even scare our fam­ ily. We were not "Born Or­ ganized" but we can learn how to be organized. But this organization cannot be stuffed down our throats. As children we were told to go clean our rooms. Our brains are so busy with creating that we don't know how to clean a room. Now here is the funny part. A "Born Orga­ nized" person does not know how to teach us to do this ei­ ther. They don't understand themselves how it is done be­ cause in the first place they have never allowed anything to get that messy. The other part of it is that they just do and don't think about it. I have watched "Born Orga­ nized" People and they are constantly puttering around the house doing things. They flit around with a purpose to put things back into the or­ der they have set up. We flit because we don't know where to start and we are trying to do too many things at one time. So how do we use our imagination and creativity to help us learn how to flit with a purpose! We have to prac­ tice staying focused, even if it is only five minutes at a time. Then we have to make it fun cause of the guilt that has been put on our little heads. We are blessed to have an imagination. We fight hard to keep from being stuffed into that cocoon. This is why we rebel against habits and routines. They look too much like the "Born Organized" people in our lives. They are a tool that helps us to emerge from our cocoon of guilt and suffocation to find our true YOUR MILES m®MPG SEBRING SEBRING CONV. STMPG 300 PT CRUISER PT CONV. MAXIMIZE 2®*MPG 29®MPG 2ieMPG DODGE • CHRYSLER • J YOUR MILES 2 2 PO Box 829 • 502 S. Jefferson Ave West Jefferson, N.C. 28694 /ImiO 336-246-8806 • M Bto© 800-380-2228 1 �FRIDAY, JUNE 1, 2007 Ashe Youth Soccer League registration ports Saturday, June 2 from 9 a.m. till 1 p.m. at Wal-Mart Camps scheduled for next week: ACHS Tennis Clinic Jr. League All-Stars British Soccer ACMS Rising Stars Blue Ridge Mighty Mites Upcoming events in Ashe County F-mail tin: MgruvhoaK" J«pff®r»onPo»t.coin Player's Edge Soccer Camp The Ashe County Youth Soccer League will be holding registration for the 2007 season this Saturday, June 2, at Wal-Mart from 9 a.m. till 1 p.m. The league will be registering all age divisions. AYSL four age divisions include: 3-4 year old 5-6 year old Photo by Michael Graybeal The Player's Edge campers In the 4-6 grade camp take time out from their skill develoment and instruction period to pose for a photograph. 7-9 year old 10-14 year old Women's industrial champions Photo by Michael Graybeal The Player's Edge campers In the K-3 grade camp gather for a group shot prior to the camp on Thursday. Photo by Michael Graybeal Director Mike Eldreth along with Leia Eldreth demonstrate the proper kicking technique while the K-3 grade campers onlook. Summer Industrial Softball League Ashe County reation will ^ both a Men's I en's Slow League. All Parks and Rec­ be offering J\ and a Wom­ Pitch Softball participants must be 16 years old to play and games will be held on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays starting the next week. Reg­ istration fees will be $400 per team. The league will be using .44 cor 375 compres­ sion balls and ASA approved bats. Please call Eric Houck or Daniel Quin at 9826185 if you are interested in forming a team or just want to play. The captain's meeting will be held this upcoming Wednesday, June 6th at Family Central at 6 p.m. Photo by Michael Graybeal The Ashe County Parks and Recreation Women's Industrial Basketball League wrapped up its season on Tuesday evening with the championship game. The finals featured A&R Con­ struction against Ashe Memorial Hospital. A&R Construction was able to extend a one-point lead at halftime to a 46-33 final victory over Ashe Memorial Hospital. Stephanie Barker led A&R Construction with 20 points during the game and Kim McNeil added 14 points to help her team claim the championship. Ashe Memorial Hospital was led by Brianna Houck with 11 points, and Leigh Bradley added six points. A&R Construction was composed of nine different players: Tiffany Grubb, Wendy Witherspoon, Stephanie Barker, Heather B. Peters, Kasey Holman, Kim McNeil, Kayla Furches, Jennifer Lyall, and Katie Gammons. New River Archery results Mens Open 1. Nathan Winters 320 2. Brandon Triplett 318 Mens Unlimited Randy Mahaffey 302 Mens Limited Harry Osborne 288 Seniors Sid Lett 314 Open Trophey 1. Josh Golds 2. Joey Daniels 3. James Rice 308 305 298 Mens Bowhunter 1. Michael Mathis 2. Dean Nixon 300 297 3. Tim Greene 296 Ladies Open Dawn Gregory 251 Young Adult Mathew Osborne 289 Youth Cassi Gregory 307 Traditional Harry Osborne 166 13 Practice Shooters Free Shoot Winners: Clarence Roten and Chad Cox Thanks to all who came out to shoot this weekend, New River Archery would like to invite ev­ eryone out to our next shoot which will be June 30 and July 1. Photo courtesy of Randy Mahaffey A talented trio warms up at the practice bails before shooting the range. �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, JUNE 1, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Wilkesboro Raceway results The 2006 Top ET Track champion Brandon Hutchens of Yadkinville takes the trip to the winners circle Saturday night for the Em­ pire Chrysler points race #6 and collects the innaugural NC Drag Racing Hall of Fame Trophy. Threatening skies could not dampen the excitement in the air as over 60 cars vie for the covetted Trophy and cash Saturday night, with Wilkesboros Kent Wooten finishing Runner up after a closely contested bout in the finals. In the Modified class Mi­ chael Marley of Ferguson extended his early points lead with yet another win, defeating Robert Woods of Statesville, in a very close final round. The Jr. Dragster division saw young Ricky Fesperman of Salisbury took out his sister Heather in the finals to even up the score from last weeks event. The winner in the Top ET dash for cash was Steve Vass of Mt Airy and Donnie Winstead in Mod ET and in the Jr. Dragster div. Billy Barnes. Drag Racing action con­ tinued Thursday night with test and tune and June 1st will be the first Friday night test and tune which will run through August. Gates open at 6 pm on both Thursday and Fridays and on Saturday, Drag Racing continues with the CLAS­ SIC GEARJAMMERS and bracket racing. Gates open at 4 pm. Qualifying starts at 5 pm. For further info call 973-RACE (973-7223) or www.wilkesbororacewaypark.com. Photo by Kevin Thorne/ TEAMMEDIA1 WRP owner, Danny Dunn, and NC Drag Racing Hall of Fame representative, Norman Drouillard joins Mike Marley in the Winner's Circle. Women's Industrial AF Bank Photo unavailable Miranda Roark Photo by Kevin Thome/ TEAMMEDIA1 WRP owner, Danny Dunn, and NC Drag Racing Hail of Fame representative, Norman Drouillard joins Brandon Hutchens in the Winner's Circle. Jennifer Holman Jessica Baker Hollie Grubb VHV Ronda Boykin Sh e e t Sn o o t Fu n d r a i s e r Mandy Russell Photo by Michael Graybeal Itivor Volunteer Fire A Rescue Department June 16th starting at 9:00am at the Ashe County Wildlife Club Mika SCUtt Ashe Memorial Hospital Michelle Scot Leigh Bradley, Brandy Craver, Briana Houck,Monica Sheets, Amanda Pritchard, Smamtha Miller, Misty Grey, Kristy Powers, and Nancy Barker. Melissa Harmon Raffle Tickets are available on a 12 gauge over/under Charles Daily Shotgun Tickets are $5°° each Contact any member to purchase a ticket Sommer Poe Morgan To pre-register or for more information contact: Rita Phipps • 982-9452 • Gale Elliott - 846-7405 • Chuck Spanbauer • 977-9435 johnson Get Dad what he REALLY wants this Father's Day! 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According to many realtors, a house suffused with sunlight is more appealing to buyers and can substantially increase its resale value. Using solar energy for pool heating and for extending your swim season is one of the most attractive options today. Solar heat is more economical over the life of the system than a pool heater that uses electricity, fuel oil or propane gas. Compared to other pool heating technologies, a solar pool heating system pays for itself within two to four years. The energy is provided free from the sun, delivers minimal maintenance costs and is clean, safe and quiet. Solar pool heating adds substantial value to your pool and to your home. Even hot water heaters can now harness the power of the sun. The newest and most innovative way to use the sun's energy is through FAFCO's solar hot water systems. 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They are all cold blooded animals, which means their body temperature changes to whatever the temperature is around them. For this reason, you may at times see them laying in the sun, in order to warm their bodies up. Turtles have a rib cage and a back bone, just like humans. They are hidden and protected by the turtles shell. The top part of the shell is called the carapace and the bottom part of the shell is called the plastron. Both parts are combined with openings at the head, feet, and tail areas. The entire shell is made up of bones, and is completely covered in horn like scales called scutes. It is the shell that is known as the turtle's house. The shell always travels with him, giving him a permanent place to hide, when the need arises. There are many different types of turtles; some are very large and some are very small. But all turtles share the same general characteristics. Alligator snapping turtles are the most aggressive turtles on Earth. They are usually about 16-28 inches long, and can weight anywhere from 40-155 pounds! They are freshwater turtles that eat snails, fish, frogs, or other smaller turtles. They are very fast movers, despite the myth that all turtles are slow, and have the ability to bite into very hard surfaces. This is where the name "snapping" came from, since they have been known to bite fingers in half! Best to keep your distance from these turtles! Sea turtles are saltwater turtles found in the Earth's Oceans. The largest turtle known to man is the Leatherback Sea Turtle which can grow as long as 7 feet, as wide as 5,feet, and can weigh around 1300 pounds! The South African Speckled Padloper, which is the smallest turtle known to man, measures only 8 centimeters in length. The most common pet turtle found in the United States, and is probably what you think of when someone says the word turtle, is the Red-Eared Slider. Did you know that there are two ways that turtles can pull into their shells? Some turtles are able to pull their heads straight back, by folding it under their spine. These turtles are called Cryptodira. Other turtles must fold their neck to the side in order "hide". These turtles are called Pleurodira. 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Dennis Houck, LLC • 336-877-7218 �PAGE 6B FRIDAY, JUNE 1, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy Mf| CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem, NC Phone:336-768-1177 Res.:336-468-8802 Bill Shugart Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm CLASSIFIED DEADLINES Tuesday's paper (Friday 100-General Services 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical] errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. Charges • Rates depend on size of ad and number of runs. Please call Classified Dept. for information. Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 (We accept personal check, Visa or Master Card) Telephone: (336)846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 140-Help Wanted A Fast Growing Company is looking for a motivated individual in our sales department. This position will establish contact with customers, calculate prices, provide information, and follow up with customers. The successful candidate must be self-motivated, and able to perform without supervision, be a multi-tasked person with a positive attitude. Preferred skills are: multi-tasking, cross-selling, computer background/ skills, flexibility and communication skills. Must be neat in appearance, have excellent customer service skills, and be reliable. Experience is not necessary, we will train the right person. Salary plus commission. Benefits offered include Health Insurance, Aflac Insurance, Retirement, Paid Personal Time and Holidays. To apply fax resume to 336-877-2359 COMMUNITY SUPPORT POSITIONS with New River Behavioral HealthCare. Open until filled. FT/PT e-mail: classified® jetfersoripost.com Web: www.jeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices If you have left pictures with us L PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANK YOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER'S NOTICE: All real estate advertising In this newspaper Is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes It illegal to advertise any preterences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap.. financial status or nationnl origin includes children un­ der the ago of 16 living wflh parents or legal custodians.1 pregnant women & people securing custody ol chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accopt any advertising tor legal estate which is In violation of the law. Our readers are here by Informed that all dwellings advertised In this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-tolephone number for the hearing Impaired Is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found LOST CAT: Male longhaired, black, missing from the Fleetwood area. Answers to Baby. Has broken foot that is being treated. Baby belongs to a physically handicapped lady who misses him greatly. Reward offered for his return. Call 877-2924 34 positions available in the following counties: Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Watauga and Wilkes. Duties include: Community support services provided in non-office setting. Work will be with child and adult consumers who are diagnosed with MH/DD/SA to assist them in improving interpersonal ana community coping skills. Some travel required. Minimum requirements: Graduation from high school or equivalent and one year experience in providing support services to MH/DD/SA consumers or Associate's degree in Human Services field and 6 month practicum. Usual schedule: Mon - Fri 8-5, flexibility required for evening and weekend hours. Typical-hiring range: $19,956 - $27,024. Submit state application with counties listed in order of preference work in and copy of school transcript to: Ashe County Employment Security Commission, 626 Ashe Central School Rd., Unit 5, Jefferson, NC 28640. Criminal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE 140-Help Wanted Deerfield Ridge Assisted Living is growing! We are hiring housekeepers FT and PT. Benefits available. Apply in person: 287 Bamboo Rd, Boone, NC. 828-264-0336 EARN EXTRA MONEY Deliver large quantity only, phone books for businesses in the West Jefferson area. Must be 18 years or older, Have valid drivers license and insurance. Must deliver during normal business hours. Job available early June. 336-315-1901 Enterline & Russell Builders is seeking Carpenters & Helpers for projects in Watauga, Ashe and Avery Counties. 140-Help Wanted Join a Winning Team! J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL 1-800-849-0932 NEEDED: RN, LPN OR CNA to give weekly injections to 46 year old male in Ashe County. Call for details 828-406-4539 15 hours per week. Experience required. Fax resume to 336-846-7900 Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! REGISTERED NURSE ASHE HOME HEALTH High Country Health Care System has an opening for a full time Registered Nurse to serve Ashe County. Applicants must have a current NC RN License and a minimum of one year of nursing experience. Applicant should have excellent assessment skills, good time management, and the ability to work independently. Must be a team player and self-motivated. Reliable transportation required. Mail or fax your resume to: MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE SAT, JUNE 2 7 AM-11:30 AM YARD SALE SMETHPORT UNITED METHODIST CHURCH SAT, JUNE 2 8 AM - UNTIL Lots of miscellaneous items! Location: Dr. Pepper Warehouse Hwy 163 Various items - too many to mention! Come and see!!! YARD SALE FRI, JUNE 1 SAT, JUNE 2 7 AM - UNTIL Location: On the corner beside First Baptist Church parking lot. West Jefferson Location: AEV Parking Lot GARAGE SALE SAT, JUNE 2 Are available at the Jefferson Post for purchase. Each kit includes: 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only $5.95 each Household items, womens clothing, full size quilts, baby quilts, bedspreads and curtains, Nik-naks Location: Home of Virginia Barker on Valleyview Drive in Jefferson. White Bassinet with Hood, household items, womens clothing & coats, Christmas decorations, Queen size bedspread and Shams. Decorative items, toys, womens, mens, and boys clothing, sizes 4 to 7. Good condition. Classifieds make "Cents' "Cents make Location: Home of Dot McNeill on Knoilview Drive, in Jefferson Dollars" Plan now for ~ your Yard Sale and advertise in The Jefferson Post. LEARN Fax: (828)264-9154 T@ DRIVE CERTIFIED DIETARY MANAGER Nursing facility seeking a qualified individual to manage dietary services for health care facility caring for geriatric residents. Must be certified or eligible for certification! ALLIANCE TRACTOR -TRAILER TRAINING CENTERS • FULL & PART-TIME • CLASSES • CDL TRAINING • • FINANCING • AVAILABLE • JOB PLACEMENT • LOCALLY HANDMADE MANDOLINS AND GUITARS. REPAIRS ON ANY STRING INSTRUMENTS. CALL EARL MORETZ AT 336-877-5828 We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy. sell, tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. Wanted: Eskimo Spitz 6 week to 3 years. Call collect, 336-765-3837 330-Pets Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 Copy along with payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: 3 beagle mix puppies (2 male. 1 female). These little fuzzballs are about 7-8 weeks old now and they're all looking for homes. They're sweet and cud­ dly puppies. They're not extremely active dogs and will be about 25-30 lbs. when fullgrown. Call us at 336-372-8744 or visit us on the web at alleghany. petf inder.com. Tues. paper No later then -Fri. 9 am Fri. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. 290-Horses & Livestock Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 300Miscellaneous BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 PeeWee is a 2-3 year old, male black lab mix. He is a friendly boy who likes people and attention. He likes to be the boss dog and would be OK with other dogs as long as they were submissive. PeeWee has a sponsor who will pay for his shots & neuter surgery upon his adoption! Call us at 336-372-8744 or visit us on the web at alleghany.petfinder.com. We have 2 purebred beagles that we'd like to place together. Big Dan and Little Ann are 2-3 year old beagles. . Big Dan is more outgo­ ing, and Little Ann is more shy and re­ served. They're both mellow and gentle dogs and are easy to handle. It'd be nice to place them together, because they seem to rely on one another. Call us at 336-372-8744 or visit us on the web at alleghany.petfinder.com. 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent 4 bedroom, 1 bath house for rent. With appliances, 10 minutes from West Jefferson, Claybank community. $450 monthly plus $400 deposit. References required. No pets. Phone (336) 846-7384. Little Classifieds... BIG RESULTS! Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC 'One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments 'Handicapped accessible •Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available m i i For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our "for rentsections. Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 440-Offices, Bldgs., For Rent/Lease or Sale Commercial Buildings for rent. West Jefferson, 3500 sq ft, all or 1/2. Lansing -1100 sq ft. Call for details, 561-750-7512 336-877-2330 Shop The Classifieds. Sunday, June 17th is Father's Day. Call to place an ad in the June 15th special edition to honor our dads. 336-846-7164 Book Publisher Has Two Editorial Positions Available McFarland &. Company, Inc., an international reference and scholarly book pub­ lisher in Jefferson, N.C., has two fulltime editorial positions available. Each is a fulltime, multifaceted job, involving editing, proofreading, author rela­ tions, and editorial department administrative duties. A four year college degree (any subject) is required. Psychological maturity, "people skills" and a flair for language are major pluses. Good computer skills are needed. Testing is required. McFarland benefits include a calm supportive work environment, two weeks' paid vacation (stepped up with longevity), standard holidays, a superior retirement plan, an insurance package that includes medical and dental as well as short and long term dis­ ability along with long term care, maternity/paternity leaves, a subsidized lunch program and other benefits. There is an annual review for raises and bonuses. Apply by June 8,2007, at the Employment Security Commission only Absolute Estate Auction Wytheville, Whitetop section of Grayson County Virginia FARM EQUIPMENT • ANTIQUES • PERSONAL PROPERTY Sale conducted for: The estate of the late Harry R. Weaver Jr. (Bud) Shannon Weaver, Administrator 1-800-334-1203 www.alliancetrsctortrailer.com Gates Corporation in Jefferson, NC, is currently seeking qualified candidates to join our production team. The schedule will he night shift hours from 7:00 pm - 7:00 am. Gates Corporation will be hiring a number of full-time employees through Gates and a number of temporary associates through Kelly Services. • Must be 18 years of age or older • Must have a High School Diploma or GED • Criminal background check and Drug Testing required • Two forms of Identification required Applications will be accepted Directions: From Damascus, VA: Take Rt. 58E for 21 miles to sale site. From Volney: Intersection of Hwy. 16 8c Rt. 58. Take 58W 13 miles to sale site. • Ford 3000 Tractor with 2481 hours • Ford 6012 Workmaster Tractor •Two hay spears •Two 501 Ford mowers • Antique feed grinder •Tobacco setter • Old cradles • Ox yoke •Two feeders »Four-wheel wagon • Harness • Hand tools •Three-legged pot • Iron beds • Old wooden table • Small gas heater 1979 Ford F-250 Dual-wheel Old piano flatbed truck Monitor 41 • Ford scraper blade Antique metal toys • Howse bush hog Old picture frames 1 Old mandolin • New Holland 310 square baler 1 LIONEL TRAIN SET w/Train Master • Metal fence posts 11988 Harley Davidson 883 • Boom pole • Post hole digger 20806 miles 11990 Lincoln 2-door sedan • Ford disc 1 Remington Model EJG •Two bottom Ford plows • New Holland rake with dolly wheels semi-automatic 16 gauge 1 Marlin 30-30 & Marlin 44 • Old lime spreader 1 Remington 20 gauge • Fertilizer spreader •Three rolls barbwire Snake Charmer .410 •Table with three chairs • .22 pistol 130 caliber carbine AND MUCH MORE! FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL: Sale conducted by; Ttiesday through Friday from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm A Tomkins Company EOE 310-Musical 5racie is a middleaged/ gray & white DMH cat. She appears to have been in some rough parts of town due to some bite marks on her head and some scuffs on her ears. She's a sweet girl who likes being petted and will purr when you pet her. She'd be a good inside/outside cat once she is spayed. Call us at 336-372-8744 or visit us on the web at alleghany.petfinder.com SATURDAY, J UNE 9 , 2 0 0 7 • 10:00 AM Apply in person at Britthaven of Wilkesboro 1016 Fletcher Street • Wilkesboro, NC 28697 EOE/AAE at $20.00 a ton. Located in Laurel Springs. Delivery available. Call 336-359-2004. "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS Location: Turn on Rayfield Acres off of Beaver Creek School Road. Go approx 1/2 mile to Buck Mtn Heights First house on left. GARAGE SALE SAT, JUNE 2 Topsoil For Sale PLACE YOUR YARD SALE SAT, JUNE 2 7 AM-12 NOON 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. YARD SALES Location: 1217 Lower Nettle Knob Rd. (near Bethel Baptist Church) 336-977-2597 KITS The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. mjM?[ikn -j m:r*w* Location: Smethport United Methodist Church 200 Claybank Rd. West Jefferson Antiques, antique furniture, newer furniture, household items, toys, girls & adult clothing, and misc. items. AEV EMPLOYEE YARD SALE SAT, JUNE 2 7 AM - UNTIL Treadmill, console tv, several toys, clothes, dishes, books, mov­ ies, computer moni­ tors, plus many more items! 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap 330-Pets FOR SALE: Luxury Swim Spa 14' 7" x 8' 1" x 53". Less than one year old. Call: 336-982-4702 Location: Jefferson Post Parking Lot 3 FAMILY YARD SALE SAT, JUNE 2 8 AM - UNTIL Carole Maulden High Country Health Care System 400 Shadowline Drive, Suite 100-B Boone, NC 28607 State-licensed, JCAHO and Medicare/Medicaid certified; EEO and ADA employer. Location: 800 Doggett Rd West Jefferson 260-Garage/Yard Sales NURSING ASSISTANT NEEDED YARD SALE SAT, JUNE 2 7 AM - UNTIL (Weather permitting) Misc. items including clothing for women, men and boys, shoes, books, jewelry, toys, household items, collectibles, printer for computer, 35 mm camera and lenses, stereo receiver, music, pillows and more. WANTED: Entire fields, large or small, Fraser Fir Christmas Trees. Willing to assume all maintenance. Call 276-579-7733. Lots of stuff, something for everyone, men, women, and childrens clothes, hardware, whatnots, exercise equipment & much more. Don't miss this One! 300Miscellaneous Lamps, glassware, microwave, storm door, shoes, purses, mens and womens clothing, childrens clothing, pictures and home decor. Too many items to mention. Don't miss this one!!! 235-Christmas Trees Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 260-Garage/Yard Sales GARAGE/YARD SALE FRI, JUNE 1 SAT, JUNE 2 8 AM - 3 PM Deerfield Ridge Assisted Living is hiring Med Techs, and CNA's - all shifts. PT and FT. Benefits available. Please fax resume to: 828-264-0338 or apply in person at: 287 Bamboo Rd. Boone, NC 828-264-0336. Benefits include: •Health Insurance •Paid Holidays •401K Savings Plan Apply at office in Blowing Rock. 828-295-9568 260-Garage/Yard Sales ASHE COUNTY Reece Sage 276-579-6005 VA *1194 »NC *4276 Troy Sage 276-579-3194 VA *2808 Sage /Auction, LLC. 1'rofr.Miondl Auctioneer* www.sageauctiort.com Terms: Cash or approved check day of sale NOTE: Announcements made day of sale take precedence over all printed material For all your auction needs! • 4672 Highlands Parkway, Mouth of Wilson, VA 24363 �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7B FRIDAY , JUNE 1, 2007 Classifieds 490-Houses / Apts. for Sale 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 500-Mobile Homes for Sale Let FREEDOM HOMES be your Check Out the Jefferson Post for 1st choiceI the latest deals on Home for sale in Glendale Springs, 2 Bedrooms, 2 large baths, Excellent potential for adding on - triple carport, 1/2 basement- heated with 12 foot ceilings, for drop down ceiling. 2 acres, small creek and outbuilding, paved drive, large level front yard. 336-982-9174 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 Mobile Homes by Local Dealers JUST ARRIVED NEW MUST SEE TO BE­ LIEVE 1600 SQ FT HOME AT FREEDOM HOMESWILKESBORO!! Large Master BDR and Bath Room, Large Kitchen, Living Room, Large Utility Room, 2nd and 3rd Bedrooms, Plus Other Options. Priced to Fit Your Budget. Limited Edition Only. Call DS Prevette 973-2335 or 981-6368. Make Money Fast with a Classified ad. ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. Call us at 336-846-7164 Candelabra Rentals "Large Selection" Silk Flowers and Iireenety Delivery, Set-up aiui Pick-up Call for Appointment NEW HOME WITH LAND! All improve­ ments: Landscaped Yard, Conwete Front Covered Porch, Big Back Deck. Must move Now $87,900.00 Will Finance. Call DS Prevette at 973-2335 or 981-6368. 510-Mobile Home Lots for Sale ITS TIME YOU own your own home! Credit Problems is not a problem, Let Me Help! Land Home Packages in your area. I also have lot models with large savings. Call Big George. 336-973-2335. Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 1115Professionals FOR HIRE Let me help you to create unique logos, brochures, business cards, booklets and camera ready ads. 1195-Legals A copy of the proposed budget for New River Authority for the Fiscal Year 2007- High-end quality at reasonable rates. No job too big or too small. For more information, please call Firefly Craphx at 336-982-5145 or email 2008 is now available for public inspection in the Mental Health Office, 221 West Main Street, Jefferson, NC. Having qualified as Executor of the Estate of Von J. Turner, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons hav­ ing claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 1478 NC Hwy 88. West Jefferson, NC 28694 on or before the 20th day of August, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make imme­ diate payment to the undersigned. This is to NOTIFY ALL PERSONS having claims against said Estate to present them to: GRADY LONON. Attorney at Law. 218 East Main Street, P.O. Box 422, Jefferson, NC 28640, on or before August 20th, 2007, three months from the first publication of this NOTICE, or this NO­ TICE will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the Estate will please make immediate pay­ ment to the under­ signed for the Estate. This the 11th day of May, 2007 A public hearing will be Shop held June 21, 2007 at the Mountain Aire Sea­ The food. 9930 NC Hwy 16 South, West Jefferson, Classifieds. NC at 7:00 PM. • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation • Plumbing/Electrical Seasonal Opening & Closing All types ot repairs and maintenance for Maintenance Contracts by request. Darlene Little dandglittle@skybest.com V Herb Mckittrick Cell: 336-977-1455 • 336-384-9192 ~r V sought is as follows: Termination of Parental Rights of Samuel Joseph Blankenship. You are required to make defense to such pleading not later than June 22. 2007. and upon your failure to do so the party seeking service against you will apply to the court for the relief sought. meeting on Monday. June 11, 2007 at 7:00 pm. The purpose is to consider increasing our fire tax from .022 to .030. The residents of the Glendale Springs Fire District are invited to attend comment. ivfi can mm 336-846-7164 to place an ad in The High Country Business Directory This the 16th day May. 2007. NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION David J.Turlington III Attorney at Law 756 W. King Street P. O. Box 140-DTS Boone, NC 28607 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA, WATAUGA COUNTY IN THE DISTRICT COURT Tel: 828-263-8830 Fax: 828-263-8834 07-1-29 This the 14th day of May, 2007. Rickie B. Woodie Executor for the Estate of Von J. Turner and IN THE MATTER OF: BLANKENSHIP Your source for TO: SAMUEL JOSEPH BLANKENSHIP: Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above-enti­ tled action. The nature of the relief being news in Ashe County and the High Counhy: The lefferson Post * H&J -V Northwest Lawn Care, Inc. i Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and part time residents of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. "Since 1989" Thomas Reed - Owner 336-246-3434 445 Wade Yannnv Dr. • West lefferson. NC J ASHE COUNTY ROOFINC 1195-Legals The Glendale Springs VFD will hold a public NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN RE: ESTATE OF DEAN BRIAN MOYER, Late of Miami, Florida, Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design • Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures. Business Cards, Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. 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NC VCeU: 977-2978 Home: 384-4978 TREE SERVICE Kay Combs Tree, Service, Tree Topping,Trimming and Removal I Free Estimates 35 Years Experience Phone: 336-246-5634 Cell: 336-977-8701 JOE'S • V AND WU SATELLITE SALES & SERVICE (°unty' s ne*"P °r for WAT TXJIX Authorized Technicians On Board JO Plus Years Experience 1982-33351 • Residential W '» MCINTYRE DISPOSAL SERVICES Bradley W. McIntyre • Owner • Residential net* Service $40.00 Quarterly Special Pick up Service Available "DEPENDABLE AND PROMPT SERVICE" IS OUR MOTTO! (p aafUi * Stecbiical •GF FlXCAVATmt jUoiiittaih Pield £*cavatmg & Hauling Contracting Co. 336-877-5010 Where Quality is a Tradition All Work Guaranteed / Licensed, Bonded & Insured JOB Too SMALL! HAVE THE JOB...WE HAVE THE EQUIPMENT! No You • Homesites • Spring Work • Lot Clearing • Basement/Footers • Ponds • Ditching Driveways Gravel. Mulch. Dirt Michael Pennington 336-385-2346 Mobile: 336-977-1312 Serving Ashe, Avery & Watauga • Call 828-773-2805 today and get your disposal removal tomorrow! • Logos ftoone No Job Too Small or Too Large! ALL TYPES OF GRADING Grading Co., Jrie. tj* • Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds Land Clearing • Road Building • Septic Systems • Basements • Footers LICENSED & INSURED FREE ESTIMATES Contact Robert Holman Office: 828-963-4069 Fax: 828-963-8610 Cell: 828-773-6736 • Business Cords • Brochures ' Camera Ready Ads Deb Holder ('nine 336.977 2113 OOLS ON WHEELS • Remodel Jobs RJ CAIXE • Decks • Additions 3:16-977-2112 • Repairs & Maintenanee 336-384-4352 �PAGE 8B FRIDAY, JUNE 1, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Fleet Cloggers perform Fleet Feet Cloggers will showcase their many talents this weekend in "Cuttin' a Rug," their annual clogging show. Three performances will be held at Ashe Civic Center in West Jefferson: Saturday, June 2 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. and Sunday, June 3 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $6 for adults and $5 for children 5 and under. There will be raffles and con­ cessions. All proceeds will be donated to local charities. Dance teacher Kitty Honeycutt said the shows will fea­ ture about 120 dancers with different styles and costumes. The "Hollar Honeys" will serve as emcees, and special guests include award win­ ning banjo and guitar player Steve Lewis. Donations for this year's fundraiser will be given to Project Graduation, Relay for Life and the Sharing Center. Honeycutt said they chose Project Graduation because several dancers graduated from high school this year, Relay for Life because all of them have family members affected by cancer, and the Sharing Center because it re­ ceives no funding other than local donations. For information and tick­ ets call 982-3272. Trout lake plans June 9 grand opening Photos courtesy of J&B Trout Lake Jeremy Darnell of Ashe County won a special plaque recently for catching one of the largest and one of the smallest fish at J&B Trout Lake behind Shatley Springs Inn in Crumpler. These plaques will be awarded as prizes for catching fish during the lake s grand opening planned for Saturday, June 9. J&B Trout Lake is open 8:30 a.m. to dusk every day and visitors are invited to come help feed the fish every evening at 8 p.m. The grand opening will feature music, hotdogs, games and prizes, grilling or frying of your catch, and much more. The lake opened for business in April and received a special blessing last month from Father Daniel of the Christian Orthodox Church in Boone. For information, call 982-4447 or email jbtroutlake@hotmail.com. Disaster planners seek volunteers RALEIGH Hurricane sea­ son has begun, and North Carolina's emergency medi­ cal services are looking for medical and non-medical vol­ unteers to draw from in the event of a disaster. Any North Carolina resi­ dent who is willing to volun­ teer to be deployed locally, regionally, statewide, and/or federally in the event of a di­ saster is encouraged to regis­ ter through an Internet-based registry called SERVNC, an­ nounced Tuesday by the N.C. Office of Emergency Medical Services. "It is important for us to have a base of volunteers to draw from in the event of a disaster," said Drexdal Pratt, chief of OEMS. "Through SERVNC we will be able to track mission requests during a disaster, and create a ros­ Hit-AThon Girl Scouts honor results The following are the win­ ners of the recent Hit-A-Thon conducted by Ashe County Little League: ter of volunteers whose skills meet those identified as need­ ed to respond. It will help us to mobilize needed manpower on short notice." The registration process is simple and takes no more than 15 minutes. Those interested should go to www.servnc.org/ on the Internet. During reg­ istration they will be asked contact information, deploy­ ment preferences, medical history, occupation and skills. If not already assigned to a re­ sponse team, registrants may request to join a team already listed on SERVNC. In the event of an emergen­ cy the system will electroni­ cally check the volunteer's medical credentials, send a message to the volunteers via e-mail,telephone and/or pager, and provide notification of all mission specific information and instructions for accepting or declining the mission. "We're anticipating a strong response," Pratt said. "We live in a state where hurricanes can affect the mountains and the coast, and where torna­ does hav6 torn through com­ munities. This registry will provide the backup our first responders will need in the event of a disaster or emer­ gency." Ashe volunteer HICKORY, NC, May 21, cliff, CEO/President. 2007—The Girl Scout Coun­ Contributions from local cil of the Catawba Valley businesses made the event ' Area held its annual Adult possible including Plati­ Major League Boys Awards and Recognition Ban­ num sponsor Corning Ca­ 1st: Christopher Cole, Braves quet on Saturday, April 21 to ble Systems; Gold sponsors 2nd: Alex Laws, Warriors celebrate the significant role America's Best Cookie and 3rd: Nathanial Johnson, volunteers hold in the organi­ Norwood's Commercial Ap­ Cubs zation. pliances, Inc.; Silver sponsor Team Prize: Warriors Because volunteers are Ashdon Farms; Bronze spon­ Individual Grand Prize: Na­ critical to the Girl Scout or­ sors BB&T of Hickory, Bow­ thanial Johnson, Cubs ganization and in its success man Pools & Spas, Inc., Pepsi to fulfill the Girl Scout pur­ Cola Bottling Company and pose and mission, the coun­ Piedmont Natural Gas. The Minor League Boys cil awarded Kim Eldreth, Circle of Friends sponsor 1st: Bradley Richie, Braves Lansing volunteer, with the was Wachovia Securities/Will 2nd: Alex Latham, Twins Appreciation Pin for her ser­ Fanjoy. 3rd: Dalton Bosley, Braves Photo courtesy of Girl Scouts vice, which has gone beyond The Girl Scout Council of Team Prize: Braves Kim Eldreth, (middle) Lansing Girl Scout volunteer, accepts the Appreciation Pin from Individual Grand Prize: Brad­ the expectations of the coun­ the Catawba Valley Area, a Dottie Darsie (left), Board Chair, and Susan Ratcliff (right), CEO/President of the Girl Scout cil and furthers the council's United Way agency, serves Council of the Catawba Valley Area, Inc. ley Richie, Braves goals. nearly 4,800 girls and 1,700 Eldreth has been involved adults of all ethnic, reli­ Coach Pitch Boys as a Brownie and Cadette Girl gious, and socioeconomic 1st: Cole Ritchie, Braves Scout leader and has chaired backgrounds, and abilities in 2nd: Avery Taylor, Braves, several Ashe County events. seven counties—Alexander, and Tristan Jones, Orioles These include the Mother/ Ashe, Burke, Caldwell, Ca­ 3rd: Matthew Greer, Rockies Daughter event, chair for the tawba, Iredell, and Watau­ Team Prize: Braves Ashe Park service project and ga. For more information Individual Grand Prize: Cole fall camporee chair. She is about Girl Scouting, contact Ritchie, Braves also a climbing wall facilita­ the Council Service Center tor. Eldreth participates with at 828-328-2444, toll-free at Major League Girls cheerleading at Blue Ridge 800-328-8388, e-mail to info. 1st: Sammi Greer, Braves Elementary School and the cvgfirlscouts.org, or visit the 2nd: Bridgette Wilson, Warrensville Baptist Church council Web site at www.cvBraves bell choir. girlscouts.org 3rd: Sloan Elliott, Marlins "The Girl Scout Council Founded in 1912, Girl of the Catawba Valley Area Scouts of the USA is the Team Prize: Braves Individual Grand Prize: Sam- is fortunate to have amazing preeminent leadership de­ volunteers who bring the Girl velopment organization for mi Greer, Braves Scout Promise and Law to girls with 3.6 million girl and life in everything they do. We adult members worldwide. Minor League Girls are strong because of their Girl Scouting is the leading 1st: Jenna McNeill, Reds continued hard work for Girl authority on girls' healthy de­ 2nd: Alyssa Denny, Angels Scouts, helping girls to be­ velopment, and builds girls of 3rd: Heather Baird, Phillies come young women who will courage, confidence and char­ Team Prize: Angels lead and inspire those around acter, who make the world a Individual Grand Prize: Jen­ them," stated Susan G. Rat­ better place. na McNeill, Reds WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND .... MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 Coach Pitch Girls 1st: Haley Miller, Tigers 2nd: Jade Hannewald, Braves 3rd: Cypress Taylor, Braves Team Prize: Braves Individual Grand Prize: Hal­ ey Miller, Tigers T-Ball 1st: Cole Hudler, Yankees 2nd: Jackson Little, Yankees 3rd: Haley Miller, Cubs, Isaac Miller, Yankees, and Brandt Denniston, Yankees Team Prize: Yankees Individual Grand Prize: Hal­ ey Miller, Cubs The Board of Aldermen for the Town of Lansing will hold a public hearing on June 07, 2007 at 7:00pm at the Town Hall. The purpose of the hearing is to discuss the operational budget for the fiscal year of 2007-2008. ancs piE-ienti the. fat c^f-nnuat^ ancz damfi ONE WEEK - ONE CHANCE TO LEARN BALLET • JAZZ • TAP • HIP HOP • CHEERLEADING • TUMBLING JUNE 11 TH -15™ FROM 9AM TO 12 NOON ANYONE AGES 8 AND UP To sign up call: April at 336-846-1545for more information and leave a message Summer classes will also start June 11th, 2007 ASD Dance Studio • 926 US Hwy 221 • West Jefferson, NC �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JUNE 1, 2007 PAGE 9B EDUCATION Local student receives national honor ATLANTA- May 11,2007 The National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) today announced that Ashe County High School student Andrew K. Sexton from West Jefferson, N.C. has been se­ lected for membership. The Society recognizes the top scholars in the nation and invites only those students who have achieve superior academic excellence. The an­ nouncement was made by NSHSS Founder and Chair­ man Claes Nobel, a senior member of the Swedish No­ bel family. "On behalf of NSHSS, I am honored to recognize the hard work, sacrifice, and com­ mitment that Andrew has demonstrated to achieve this exceptional level of academic excellence," Said Mr. Nobel. "Andrew is now a member of a unique community of schol­ ars - a community that rep­ resents our very best hope for the future." "Our vision is to build a dynamic international or­ ganization that connects members with meaningful content, resources, and op­ portunities," stated NSHSS President James Lewis. "We aim to help students like An­ drew build on their academic successes and enhance the skills and desires to have a positive impact on the global community." Membership in NSHSS entitles qualified students to enjoy a wide variety of benefits, including scholar­ ship opportunities, academic competitions, free events, member-only resources, pub­ lications, participation in pro­ grams offered by educational partners, online forums, per­ sonalized recognition items, and publicity honors. Formed in 2002, the Na­ tional Society of High School Scholars recognizes academic excellence at the high school level and encourages mem­ bers of the organization to apply their unique talents, vision, and potential for the betterment of themselves and the world. Currently, there are more than 150,000 Society members, represent­ ing 15,000 high schools in nearly 20 countries. NSHSS advocates for scholarship opportunities for deserving young people and has award­ ed more than $100,000 in scholarships since its incep­ tion just four years ago. For more information about NSHSS, visit www. nshss.org. mm- I The Junior Battle of the Books competition was held May 18, at Westwood Elementary. The teams consisted of students from 4th and 5th grades from all three elementary schools. Mountain View's team came in 1st place.The team is coached by Sandra Peterson and Beth Shelton. Standing: Samantha Kepple, Abby Lopp, Makensie Shatley, Lauren Neaves, Alexis Ramos-Rosales, Emily Long. Kneeling: Jordan Ashe, Kendra Nethery, Anna Gonzalez,Tyler Eller, Rosalie Alff, and Eli Blevins. Science Olympiad students win silver medal Ory Owen and Landon Gray prepare to launch their Balloon Launch Glider at the State Sci­ ence Olympiad tournament held at North Carolina State University on April 20.The boys pre­ pared a launch pad on top of the balloon on which they placed their glider. Then they raised the glider to the top of Reynolds Coliseum. The balloon was then tilted to release the glider. The glider soared slowly and gracefully to the floor.The boys won a silver medal for having a glider with the second longest flight time, giving them 2nd place out of the 51 other middle schools in North Carolina competing in this event. Ashe County Middle School students competed in the Regional Science Olympiad Tournament in Hickory in February, and their success qualified them for the state competition in Raleigh. Local couple graduates from A.S.U. James Edward Lambert and Kelly Whittington Lam­ bert received degrees from Appalachian State University on May 6, 2007. Kelly Lambert, a North Carolina Teaching Fellow re­ cipient received her Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Educa­ tion. Mrs. Lambert attended ASU all four years and was on the Chancellor's List every semester, was recognized as an Honors Student Teacher, and graduated Summa Cum Laude with a 4.0 GPA. While maintaining this scholastic record, she was involved in campus activities including serving as a student member on the Council on Teacher Ed­ ucation. She is a member of Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society, Alpha Chi Honor Society, Pi Gamma Mu, and Gamma Beta Phi. Mrs. Lambert completed her student teaching at Westwood Elementary School. She is the daughter of Mary and the late Clement Whittington. As valedictorian of the 2007 ASU graduating class, Mrs. Lambert addressed her fellow classmates during the Com­ mencement Ceremonies. James Lambert had re- ceived his Bachelor of Science Degree from Appalachian State University in 1999 with a major in Industrial Technol­ ogy and a minor in Business. On May 6, 2007 he received his Master's Degree in PostSecondary Technology Educa­ tion. He is the son of Richard and Betty Lambert and is currently employed at Leviton Manufacturing Company where he is a Quality Engi­ neer and Six Sigma Coordina­ tor. Many of James' and Kelly's friends and family were in at­ tendance. Mortgage Lending Starts With A Foundation Of Integrity W—.. Humane §®@oiw 336-982-4297 These animals are available for adoption. At Yadkin Valley Bank, the needs of our customers always come first. That means our mortgage lenders only offer loan options they feel are in the long-term interest of each individual. With years of experience and deep roots in our community, our profes­ sionals will use their insight to help you find a mortgage solution that will keep you on solid ground today and in the future. To find a mortgage lender ready to earn your trust, call the Yadkin Valley Bank office closest to you. This is Joe. Joe is a six week old puppy with an adorable personal­ ity. Please give him a chance at good life. My name is Scotty. I am a beauti­ ful eight week old lab. I also have a great brother who Is solid black. We both need a forever home. We are a litter of six big fantastic beautiful puppies. Please come by next Sat. morning to visit with us and chose one or more of us for your family. I am one terrific golden retriever 10 week old puppy. My name is Ryu and I want you to come to the Humane Society Sat. and take me home. Saturday Is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center Is located dlrectty in front of the Armoiy on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West Jefferson. NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@skybest.com VALLEY www.yadkinvalleybank.com �PAGE 10B FRIDAY, JUNE 1, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS iffi . Holt $ummeir 1999 Ford F150 XLT Auto, Air, Lots of Extras, - Local • $20,999 $8,999 2002 Jaguar X Type 2000 Saturn BflHHHES AH Ji- *Drive, *mm- rri Post photos by Linda Burchette A beautiful day compli­ mented a moving ceremo­ ny Sunday afternoon at Ashelawn Memorial Cha­ pel & Gardens to honor veterans both living and deceased in recognition of Memorial Day. The service was led by members of the Ashe County High School JROTC with an address from LTC John Marsh, and sponsored by Ashelawn and local veterans organi­ zations with flags from the Lions Club. Also speak­ ing was Josh Roten, own­ er/manager of Ashelawn. Flower petals were tossed on the pond to commemo­ rate Navy veterans and those lost at sea. Music was provided by the ACHS brass ensemble. Badger Funeral Home provided an antique hearse complete with flag-covered casket. $15,555 i dV Y r t V fR K O ! l T T T ww/ 2005 Subaru Baja Turbo Martha Holman of West Jefferson will celebrate her 94 lh birthday on Monday June 4. $19,899 We invite friends and family to drop by. Happy Birthday Mom! We love you, 4 door, only 68k miles, Great on Gas! 56/: mi/tff, Leather, Loaded, Trade, Super Clean ONLY $5,444 2004 VW Beetle 33k miles, Bedcover, Super Clean, AWD Custom Wheels & \Spoiler, DVD Player w/j monitors, igk miles Don't ao to Mt Pilot, (jo to Mt Jefferson Motors instead! ^ount Jefferson Motors i all 14 Children and Spouses 334 S. Main St. • Jefferson, NC 336-846-1778 Boating States 1. Florida 2. California 3. Michigan 4. Minnesota 5. Wisconsin 6. Texas 7. New York 8. South Carolina 9. Ohio 10. Illinois J •registered ft recreational boats / Source: National Marine Manufacturers Associatk ! 2007 by King Features Syndi. World rights reserved Golf and Blue Ridge Living on the New River. Homesites from the $50s. New residences from the $200s. Call 1-800-292-6274 or visit our website at VisltJeffersonLandlng.com. Jefferson Landing Ashe County, North Carolina � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 44 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 22 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-06-1 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/f34b5589523dabf802c22728b65f831c.pdf 571827353d159cd9fbd1a38aade2aae2 PDF Text Text • Mountaineers excel in PDL Tuesday page 6 June 5, 2007 • Upcoming summer camps in Ashe 50e page 6 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com • Water safety tips for everyone Post to Former sheriff, 77, dies have new owners SPARTANBURG, S.C.— Mid-South Management Co., Inc., owner and operator of small newspapers across the Southeast—including the Jefferson Post—announced Friday an agreement in prin­ ciple to sell its properties to Heartland Publications LLC of Old Saybrook, Conn. The sale, for an undisclosed price, is expected to close in early June and includes four daily newspapers, three tri­ weeklies, two semi-weeklies, and seven weeklies, plus a wine magazine and several shoppers and niche publica­ tions. In addition to the Jef- by Jim Thompson Editor America evangelist Photo by Rev. Sonny D. Thomas Sr. The family of Rev. Sonny D. Thomas Sr., pastor of Calvary Free Will Baptist Church in Glendale Springs, were among the invited guests at last Thursday's dedication of the Billy Graham Library in Charlotte. Rev. Thomas took this won­ derful picture of the world's best-known evangelist. "I was able to spend a few moments with Franklin Graham," Rev. Thomas said. "The surprise came when Billy Graham drove in and had lunch with us. I was able to shake hands and speak with him for a brief time. It was an honor to meet them both." Michael Bush, and CEO of Publications. president Heartland by Linda Burchette approved kitchen, full-time management of the farm­ ers market became a must. A grant was obtained for the creation of a commercial kitchen at Family Central, available to vendors wish­ ing to prepare food items for sale at the farmers market, and funds were made avail­ able for the hiring of st biar ket manager. The market was awarded a Kellogg Grant for this year under the Project for Public Spaces designed to create community centers and enable those centers to attract people to visit. The grant provides $10,000 for the market manager and $5,000 for market improve­ ments and advertising. Shay and her husband Drew operate a business of custom made furniture, and she was looking for supple­ mental income she said when a vendor friend at the farm­ ers market told her the mar­ ket was hiring a manager. "I have a lot of management experience, so I applied, and I will use that in this job," she said. "I have enjoyed thefarmer's market, watched it grow, and I am a big fan of buying natu­ rally grown products," Shay said. "I am always looking for healthier food, and I am very excited about having a posi­ tion in that type of environ­ ment. A local farmer's market offers naturally grown food, which is better for you and better for the environment. It comes from local gardens, not from halfway around the See Heartland, page 5 Two charged with selling pot Two Jefferson people were arrested last week on charges they sold marijuana. Deputies with the Sheriff s Office made the arrests based on "an investigation that be­ gan several months ago," said Sheriff James Williams. The starting point of this was the popular Internet website MySpace.com. Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffer8onpo8t.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpo8t.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com One of the most colorfu sheriffs in the county's his tory has died at age 77. George "Corkey" Millei passed away on Sunday, Maj 27, in St. Augustine. Fla., fol lowing a recent hospitaliza tion. He was living with his daughter in that city. He called himself th< "tongue-tied sheriff of Ash< County." But his very notice able lisp never stopped Millei from a successful career ii law enforcement. His life however, might have turnec out quite differently. As a boy, he was regular ly into fights, often startec when someone made fun o: his lisp. By his mid-teens, h( had enough of it and decided to join the military. His firsl attempt—to enlist in the Navy at age 15—ended when his mother came and brought him back to Ashe County Then came an attempt to en­ ter the Army, which got him to Fort Bragg, and then back home when his age was dis­ covered. Finally, though still not of legal age, he managed to get into the Air Force and there he found his career. For the Post photo by Linda Burchette Former Sheriff George "Corkey" Miller died May 27. He was 77. next 22 years, Miller served as a military policeman. His heroism in rescuing people from a burning plane earned him a medal. He came back to Ashe County after he retired and, after two decades absence, entered politics, winning the race for sheriff. It was a fami­ ly tradition: his father, W. Ed­ ward Miller, had held the po6t from 1936 until his death in 1940. Miller undertook the chal­ lenging job of modernizing the department, and also oversaw the completion of a then-modern jail facility. He is best remembered, however, as someone willing to put in a good word for a young person who had gotten into trouble. This same man who arrested a person might appear to offer some support during the trial. Miller left the post of sher­ iff in 1977, when President Jimmy Carter appointed him U.S. marshal for the Middle District of North Carolina. He held that post until 1984, when he became chief of the North Wilkesboro police de­ partment. Miller finally re­ tired from law enforcement in 1990, after a career spanning over 40 years. Miller's final visit to his na­ tive county came last year, as the former sheriff, a life-long Democrat, endorsed James Williams to serve in the post he had once held. Farmer's Market hires manager ferson Post, northwestern Assistant Editor newspapers in the sale in­ Ashe County Farmer's clude The Tribune (of Elkin), Market has a new look this Yadkin Ripple, Mount Airy year and a new full-time man­ News and Stokes News. ager to oversee the expanded Andrew Babb, Mid-South's facility and growing number president and owner of Cres­ of vendors. cent Media Group, whose Patty Shay came on board properties were included in last month as market man­ the sale, said the transac­ ager. This job had been done tion was brought about by since the market opened a his family's desire "to find a decade ago by volunteers who partner that shares our phi­ were also vendors, but as the losophy and could provide market grew, the job of man­ the resources necessary to aging became more difficult strengthen our publications for the volunteers who were in serving their communi­ also trying to sell their own products. ties." The publications are in The Ashe County Farmers North and South Carolina, Market was first organized in Georgia and Virginia. 1990 by local businessmen, Spartanburg-based Mid- farmers and the Cooperative South was started in 1953 by Extension Service. A grant Babb's grandfather, Phil Bu- from the North Carolina chheit. Babb's mother, Phyl­ Department of Agriculture, lis Delapp, is chairman of the matched with local contri­ butions and assistance from board. Heartland CEO Michael the Town of West Jefferson, Bush said his company is helped build the original "very excited to be expanding farmers market shelter. A To­ our company's southern foot­ bacco Trust Fund Grant and print through our acquisition support from the county and of this group of fine communi­ town governments built the ty newspapers. Their commit­ recent addition. The market is overseen by ment to quality journalism and community affiliation the U.S. Department of Agri­ matches our own. We intend culture and funded through on building upoi) their great state, county and town re­ legacy of community service sources and private dona­ and journalistic integrity by tions. With over 200 registered providing additional market­ vendors, and a doubling of ing and internet services." Heartland, which was the vendor space at the mar­ formed in 2004, has rapidly ket, along with new regula­ grown to own 32 newspapers, tions from the USDA prohib­ mostly in the Southeast and iting the sale of food items not Midwest. The addition of the prepared in a commercially by Jim Thompson Editor Volume 82, Issue 45 page 6 SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Arrested in the case were: •Holli Danielle Houck, 24, of Jefferson, who is charged with felony possession of mar­ ijuana, delivering a Schedule VI controlled substance, two counts of possession with in­ tent to sell or distribute mari­ juana, maintaining a dwell­ ing place to sell or distribute marijuana, maintaining a ve­ hicle to sell or distribute marjuana, and possession of drug paraphrenalia. •Katrelle Holley, 24, also of Jefferson, was charged with felony possession of marijua­ na, possession with intent to sell or distribute marijuana, maintaining a dwelling place to sell or distribute marijua­ na, possession of drug para­ phrenalia and misdemeanor possession of marijuana. Both were released on bond from Ashe County jail. Wayne Henderson Festival June 16 The 13th Annual Wayne C. Henderson Music Festival and Guitar Competition will be held on Saturday, June 16—rain or shine—at the beauti­ ful Grayson Highlands State Park. The Park is located near Virginia's highest peak, on US 58, between Galax and Abingdon, Va. The Music Festival features Old Time and Blue Grass performers. This year's line-up con­ sists of: Doc Watson and Richard Watson, The Looping Brothers, The Slate Mountain Ramblers, Randy and Deborah Jean Sheets, Bobby Ingano, Doug Smith and, of course, Wayne Henderson Post photo by Linda Burchette Patty Shay is the new marker nanager for the Ashe County Farmer's Market. Located on J cond Avenue (the back street) in West Jefferson, the market ill offer a new Friday evening event once a month starting 1 s Friday, 5-9 p.m. world. And this is a great way to support the local people." Shay said not only has the farmer's market in West Jef­ ferson doubled in size for the vendors, but the new addition also offers year-round opera­ tion because the garage-style doors can be closed in inclem­ ent weather. There will be a special dedication and grand opening of the new facility on Saturday, June 9 beginning at 11 a.m. Guest speakers in elude Commission Chairmai Richard Blackburn and Wes Jefferson Alderman Jerr McMillan. "The vendors are excite< about the new addition witf all the new spaces and the growth of the market," Shay said. "We are also adding a new Friday evening event once a month from June through September, the first to coincide with the Gallery Crawl this weekend. This will help us test the response to the market opening on a Fri­ day evening." The first monthly "Nite Time on the Backstreet" event is scheduled for Fri­ day, June 8 from 5 to 9 p.m. This event will have a street festival feel and will provide a venue to showcase the mar­ ket's very talented local craftSee Manager, page 5 Blue Ridge director named West Jefferson, North Car­ olina (June 1, 2007) -David Boone has been appointed to the board of directors of Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation. Boone will fulfill the unex­ pired term of Ashe District di­ rector Jackie Blackburn, who passed away unexpectedly in January. Boone was recom­ mended by an ad hoc commit­ tee of the board and approved by board members at their regular May meeting in accor­ dance with the bylaws of the cooperative. The term expires at the 2008 Annual Member­ ship Meeting. Boone is a native of Ashe County and owns Boone Fam­ ily Funeral Home and Crema­ tion Services in West Jeffer­ son. He graduated from Ashe Central High School, the Cin­ cinnati College of Mortuary Science, and earned a degree in marketing from East Ten- David Boone nessee State University. Boone and his wife Sandy live in the Smethport commu­ nity of Ashe County. "We're very pleased to announce David Boone as our new director represent­ ing Ashe District," said John Woodruff, president of Blue Ridge Electric. "His skills and expertise will be an asset to the board. We believe he will and Friends. The event opens with a guitar com­ petition at 10:30 a.m., and closes with Wayne Henderson and Friends at 5:30 p.m. Admission is $10 per person plus a State park­ ing fee of $3 per car. Children 12 and under are free. The Festival is a family event. People may camp at the State Park. There are food vendors, but people are also welcome to bring picnic bas­ kets. A separate area of children's activities and child oriented performances, this year with its own stage, is a special feature of the Festival. More on the Wayne Henderson Festival and the performers is at the web page: www.waynehenderson.org. continue strong leadership on our Board and can help guide our cooperative into the future for the benefit of all of our members," Woodruff added. Boone will be introduced to the membership during the 2007 Annual Membership Meeting being held June 9 at Ashe County High School. Blue Ridge Electric is a member-owned cooperative providing service to some 70,000 consumers in Ashe, Al­ leghany, Caldwell, Watauga, Wilkes and Alexander coun­ ties. A 12-member board of directors guides the manage­ ment and operations of the cooperative. Directors, who serve staggered three year terms, must be members of the cooperative and are elect­ ed by their peers at the An­ nual Membership Meeting, which is held the second Sat­ urday in June each year. Art of Aging reception set for Friday Artists and visitors are invited to attend the ex­ hibit opening, awards ceremony and artists' recep­ tion for the Art of Aging on Friday, June 8 at Ashe County Senior Center from 4 to 6 p.m. The event will take place on the first floor of the senior center, located at Ashe Services for Aging on ChattyRob Lane off Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. The exhibit features work from local artists with the theme of aging. It will be on dis­ play through Aug. 3. For information about this reception, call 2462461. �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, JUNE 5, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITS k* & Vv John Thomas Dixon Crumpler October 16,1920 May 25, 2007 • Mr. John Thomas Dixon, better known as J.T., age 86, of Crumpler, died Friday morning. May 25, 2007 at Segraves Nursing Care Center. Funeral services were held on Sunday, May 27, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Boone Family Fu­ neral Home Chapel with El­ der Bobby Absher officiating. Burial followed in the Senter Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery with military rites. Mr. Dixon was born in Ashe County on Saturday, October 16, 1920 to the late John Elmore Dixon and Dora Williams. He served in the United States Army during Jared Franklin Hart West Jefferson October 28, 1983 May 26, 2007 Mr. Jared Franklin Hart age 23 of West Jefferson, N.C., died Saturday, May 26, 2007. Mr. Hart was born October 28, 1983 in Watauga County, N.C. to David Allen Hart and Deborah Rash Phipps. Funeral services were held on Thursday at 2 p.m. at Ashelawn Memorial Cha­ pel in Jefferson, N.C. by Rev. Lloyd Day, Rev. Clay McLean, Rev. Johnny Goodman and Gwyn Landon Goss Galax, Va. May 8,1928 May 27, 2007 Mr. Gwyn Landon Goss, age 79, of Galax, Virginia, formerly of Ashe County, died Sunday, May 27, 2007 at For­ syth Medical Center. Funeral services were held Tuesday, May 29, 2007 at 11 a.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Ken­ neth Howell officiating. Buri­ al followed in the Ashelawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery with military rites. The family received friends Mary Beth Laurence Hoffman Fleetwood September 30, 1979 May 28, 2007 Mrs. Mary Beth Laurence Hoffman, age 27, of Fleet­ wood, died Monday, May 28, 2007. Funeral services were held on Thursday, May 31, 2007 at 3 p.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel with Pastor Chuck Call, Rev. J.B. Ham and Rev. Julian Owens officiating. Burial will follow in the Hart, Ham & Jones Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1-3 p.m. on World War II. He was an Ag­ ricultural Farmer. He was preceded in death by a son, David Michael Dix­ on on March 28, 2006. He is survived by his wife, Virginia Jordan Dixon, of the home; a son, John Dixon and wife, Cynthia, of Crum­ pler; two daughters, Judy Blevins and husband, Jim­ my, of Crumpler and Brenda Hayes and husband, Denver, of Millers Creek; a step son, Roger Jordan and wife, Cleta, of Pfafftown; a step daughter, Joan Taylor and husband, Dean, of Jefferson; a broth­ er, Jim Dixon, of Aberdeen, Maryland; three grandchil­ dren, Jacob Blevins, Heather Jenkins and Amy Kissingner; two great-grandchildren, Alex Kissingner and Emily Kiss­ ingner; several nieces and nephews also survive. In lieu of flowers memori­ als may be made to: Senter Primitive Baptist Church Cemetery, c/o Bobby Absher, 183 Old Ridge Road, Crum­ pler, NC 28617. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Rev. Dean Watson. Burial fol­ lowed in Lewis-Kemp Cem­ etery. The family received friends from 7-9 p.m. Wednes­ day at Ashelawn Memorial Chapel. In lieu of flowers me­ morials may be made to the Buffalo Baptist Church, c/o Kim Harless, 218 Beaver Dr., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Mr. Hart is survived by his mother, Deborah Rash Phipps of West Jefferson, N.C.; his father, David Allen Hart of West Jefferson, N.C.; three brothers, Jamey Hart and Nathan Hart both of West Jefferson, N.C., Bryan Hart of Arkansas; one sister, Calli Phipps of West Jefferson, N.C.; his maternal grand­ mother, Jean Rash of West Jefferson, N.C.; his paternal grandmother, Louise Hart of Laurel Springs, N.C. 3 neph­ ews, 1 niece, several aunts and uncles also survive. You may email condolenc­ es to the family through our website www.ashelawn.com. Ashelawn Memorial Chapel is in charge of the arrange­ ments. from 10 -11 a.m. on Tuesday, one hour prior to the funeral service. Mr. Goss was born in Ashe County on Tuesday, May 8, 1928 to the late James Clint Goss and Alice West. He served in the United States Navy during World War II. He retired from General Motors. He is survived by his wife, Lillie Gay Elliott Goss, of the home; two sons, James Goss, of Indian Head, Maryland and Mark Goss, of Haver de Grace, Maryland; a daugh­ ter, Ruby Hammond and husband Vance, of Hickory; a sister, Pearl Young, of Jeffer­ son; three grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews also sur­ vive. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. < Thursday, two hours prior to the funeral service. Mrs. Hoffman was born in Randolph County on Sunday, September 30,1979 to Daniel Laurence and Pam Jones. She worked as a Medical Techni­ cian. She was preceded in death by her paternal grandmother, Loriene Edwards. She is survived by her husband, Drew Hoffman; two daughters, Kelsey Hoffman and Megan Hoffman, both of the home; her parents, Danny and Pam Laurence, of West Jefferson; two sisters, Tricia Roberts, of Statesville and Angela Hamilton, of WinstonSalem; maternal grandpar­ ents, Howard and Lois Jones, of West Jefferson; paternal grandfather, Kent Laurence, of Virginia; several nieces and nephews also survive. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. June Denny Bel Aire, Md. died: May 26, 2007 June Denny, age 84, of Bel Air, Md., died on May 26,2007 at St. Joseph Medical Center, Towson, MD. Born in Jeffer­ son, N.C., she was the daugh­ ter of the late Thomas A. and Maude Neaves Campbell. She retired from Sears Roebuck & Company, where she was a supervisor of catalog sales. She enjoyed watching basket­ ball and was a player in high school. She loved spending time with family and friends in the art of taking tea and was considered a "snowbird" because of her traveling to Florida during the winter months. She loved to sew and quilt, as well as, shopping and camping. Walter Dwayne Cox West Jefferson June 17,1938 May 26, 2007 Mr. Walter Dwayne Cox, age 68, of West Jefferson, died Saturday, May 26, 2007 at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, May 29,2007 at 2 p.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Jack Pugh and Rev. Keith Elledge officiating. Burial followed in the Cox Cemetery. The family received friends from 6-8 p.m. on Monday, May 28, 2007 at Boone Fam­ ily Funeral Home. Mr. Cox was born in Ashe County on Friday, June 17, Alma Rupard Richardson Whitetop, Va. November 23,1929 May 17, 2007 Alma Rupard Richard­ son, age 77, of Whitetop, Va. passed away Thursday, May 17, 2007 at Francis Marion Manor, Va. She was born November 23, 1929 in West Jefferson, N.C. to William Pearson and Mecie Ellen Hamm Rupard. Shis is survived by her husband, Otis Richardson of the home; one daughter and spouce, Kimberly and Danny Shaw of Whitetop, Va.; three sisters and two spouces, Mrs. Denny is survived by her husband of 64 years, Wil­ liam L. Denny of Bel Air, Md.; four children, Willa Harkins of Jarrettsville, Md., Billy Denny of Bel Air, Md., Elaine Nowinski of Bel Air, Md. and Randy Denny of Bel Air, Md.; three siblings, Leona Phillips of West Jefferson, N.C., Darrell Campbell of Jefferson, N.C. and Rosella Miller of Pfafftown, N.C.; ten grand­ children and seven great­ grandchildren. Friends called at the McComas Funeral Home, Pa., Abingdon, Md. on Wednes­ day, May 30, 2007 from 6-9 p.m. and on Thursday, May 31, 2007 from 10-11 a.m. prior to the service. Services were held on Thursday, May 31, 2007 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Kenneth E. Tipton officiating. Interment was in Harford Memorial Gardens, Aberdeen, Md. Pallbearers were Billy Denny Jr., Rick Denny, Josh Denny, Matthew Denny, Russel Harkins and Arthur No­ winski. Contributions may be made to, St. Joseph Medical Center, MSICU, 7601 Osier Dr., Towson, MD 21204-7578. Memory tributes may be sent to the family at www.mccomasfuneralhome.com 1938 to the late John Cox and the late Goldie Miller Cox. He was a retired mechanic North Carolina Department of Transportation. He is survived by Anna Belle Woodie Cox; two sons, Dwayne Cox, of West Jef­ ferson and Kenneth Cox, of Jefferson; a daughter, Arna Toliver, of Todd; His mother and step father, Goldie and Britt Miller, of West Jeffer­ son; six brothers, Van Cox, of Burlington, Ander Cox, Jes­ sie Cox, Dean Miller, Lloyd Miller and Mark Miller, all of West Jefferson; six sisters, Edith Clark, Francis Cozart, Viola Roten, Shelby Casey, Debbie McClure and Vickie Barker, all of West Jeffer­ son; six grandchildren, four great grandchildren; five step grandchildren; two step great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews also survive. Flowers are appreciated! You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Kathleen and Rev. T.A. Pen­ nington, and Patsy and Ju­ nior Blevins, all of White Top, Va., and Daphne Miller of Marion, Va.; two brothers, Bradley Rupard and Herman Rupard; two grandchildren, Ethan Shaw and Evan Shaw; and several nieces and neph­ ews. Funeral services were con­ ducted Sunday, May 20, 2007 in Whitetop Baptist Church, Whitetop, Va. with interment in Byars Cemetery. Rev. T.A. Pennington and Rev. David Trivett officiated. Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home, Independence, Va. was in charge of the arrange­ ments. TLs is our idea of a merger. Family... it's far more important than profits. That's why in these days of mergers and corporate takeovers, we've made a commitment to stay a family-owned business. BOONE FAMILY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES 2005 Mount Jefferson Rd West Jefferson (336) 846-7979 boonefuneralhome.com Jeffrey L. Lowrance Revolutionary War General William Lee Davidson, cap­ tured at the Battle of Cowan's Ford and succeeded in bring­ ing it back to North Carolina on loan for a year. It was his fondest hope to bring this treasure "home" permanently and to find an original copy of the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence. Under his leadership, Hopewell Presbyterian Church was added to the National Register of Historic Places, a building campaign was completed and new min­ istries and services were cre­ ated. Most important, "Pastor Jeff will be remembered as a faithful pastor of his people. In addition to his parents, Rev. Lowrance is survived by his wife and partner in min­ istry, Anne Doll Lowrance; beloved daughters, Claire and Erin Lowrance of Hunt­ ersville; brothers, Tim Low­ rance of Mooresville, Rev. Will Lowrance and wife Rebecca of Virginia Beach, Va. and their children, Grady, Casey, Joe, Jessica and Kelly. He was predeceased by grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Gray Lowrance, and Mr. and Mrs. Joe Gabriel. The family wishes to thank Dr. Richard Krumdieck and the staff of Lake Norman On­ cology and Hematology. In lieu of flowers, memori­ als may be sent to Hopewell Presbyterian Church, 10500 Beatties Ford Road, Hunt­ ersville, N.C. 28078, Hospice of Lake Norman, 705 Griffith St., Suite 203 Davidson, N.C. 28036 or Habitat for Human­ ity Charlotte, "Jeff Lowrance Fund" P.O. Box 220287, Char­ lotte, N.C. 28222 Arrangements by Raymer Funeral Home, Huntersville, N.C. Wayne Franklin Smith day, December 25, 1937 to the late Roy Smith and Florence Dunn Smith. He served in the United States Marine Corp during Vietnam Conflict. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth (Libby) Al­ len Smith, of the home; three sons, David Smith, of Dallas, Texas. Roy Smith, of Phoe­ nix, Ariz, and Wayne Smith, of Colo.; three grandchildren also survive. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Huntersville, N.C. January 20,1951 May 28, 2007 The Rev. Jeffrey L. Low­ rance, "fought the good fight" and entered the kingdom of heaven on May 28, 2007. Graveside services were con­ ducted at Prospect Presbyte­ rian Church, Mooresville on Friday June 1, at 10 a.m. fol­ lowed by a service ofWitness to the Resurrection at Hopewell Presbyterian Church, Hunt­ ersville at 2 p.m. Rev. J.E. Way land, Jr. officiated. The family received friends fol­ lowing each service. Rev. Lowrance was born January 20, 1951 to Bill and Betty Jo Lowrance of Moores­ ville. He graduated from Mooresville High School class of 1969, Davidson College and Union Theological Seminary, Richmond, Va. He served as pastor for the Lansing Pres­ byterian Church field, Lan­ sing, N.C., First Presbyterian Church, Lenior, N.C.,Tazewell Presbyterian Church, Taze­ well, Va., and Hopewell Pres­ byterian Church from 1993 to present. A local historian and pres­ ervationist, Mr. Lowrance served on the boards of Latta Plantation, Rural Hill Farm, Catawba Valley Scottish Soci­ ety and Hugh Torrence House and Store. In cooperation with the town of Huntersville, he secured historic markers for these sites. He was chaplain of the Loch Norman Highland Games, active in locating and preserving slave cemeteries, and in naming area schools, parks, and developments after Revolutionary War heroes. While on a pulpit exchange to England in 2000, Rev. Low­ rance found the wallet of Warrensville December 25,1937 May 30, 2007 Mr. Wayne Franklin Smith, age 69, of Warrensville, died Wednesday, May 30, 2007 at his residence. A funeral service was held on Saturday, June 2, 2007 at 3 p.m. at Warrensville United Methodist Church with Rev. Gregg Plott officiating. The family received friends from 2-3 p.m. on Saturday, one hour prior to the funeral service. Mr. Smith was born in Downingtown, Pa. on Satur- Jerry Dwayne Shepherd Whitetop, Va. January 5, 1944 May 29, 2007 Mr. Jerry Dwayne Shep­ herd, age 63, of Whitetop, Va., died Tuesday, May 29,2007 at Johnson County Health Cen­ ter in Mountain City, Tenn. A memorial service was held on Friday, June 1, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Boone Family Fu­ neral Home Chapel. Mr. Shepherd was born in Boone, Pa. on January 5,1944 to the late Edna Marie Shep­ herd. He worked as a Handy Man for home repairs. He is survived by a daugh­ ter, Rhonda Galvin, of Clovis, Calif.; a sister, Patricia Ann Baldwin, of Lansing; his step father, Ira Eagle, of West Jef­ ferson; two step brothers, Frank Eagle, of Jefferson and Charlie Eagle, of Forest Hill, Md.; his step sister, Shirley Jarvis, of Md.; several nieces and nephews also survive. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Obituaries are continued on page 5 �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 3 TUESDAY, JUNE 5, 2007 COMMUNITY NEWS Driest May ever recorded at Grandfather GRANDFATHER MOUN­ TAIN, NC - A rainfall total of 1.43 inches, recorded at the official US Weather Service re­ porting station located next to Grandfather Mountain's Mile High Swinging Bridge, makes this month the driest May ever at Grandfather Mountain. The previous record was 2.22 inches recorded in May 2005. Grandfather has had a total of 16.51 inches of rain this year, falling 9.15 inches (36 percent) below normal for this time of year. The average high tempera­ ture of 60.68 degrees was 3.38 degrees colder than normal for May, and the average low tem­ perature of 45.32 degrees was 2.97 degrees below normal for this time of year. There was one new daily high record set in May. The high temperature reached 76 degrees on May 1, breaking the previous record high for that day of 72 degrees set in 1963. The all time highest tem­ perature for the month of May at Grandfather Mountain was 78 degrees set May 19,1996. Wind speeds exceeded 60 miles per hour once this month on May 7. For more information on the 51 years of weather data from Grandfather Mountain, see the interactive weather database at www.grandfather.com. ing. Budget negotiators in the House and the Senate will be­ gin meeting soon to work out the differences in the plans. The intention is to have the spending plan in place by July 1, the beginning of the next fiscal year. The mon­ ey for a State Forest Hdqs. Building for Ashe County is in both budgets but the sen­ ate budget removed my small appropriation for Horn in the West. We'll have to work to get it back in. Ethics Elected officials convict­ ed of job-related corruption would lose part of their gov­ ernment pensions under a Senate bill now making its way through the House. The bill (SB659) cleared the Ju­ diciary I committee on Tues­ day and now heads to the Committee on Pensions and Retirement. The measure was approved in the Senate unanimously. It would re­ quire elected officials to give up the state-funded portion of their retirement funds if they are convicted of felonies re­ lating to public corruption or election laws fraud There was a companion bill in the House which I co-sponsored. Justice Two bills that would change the death penalty in North Carolina were modi­ fied this week so that they can stay alive past last week's crossover deadline. One bill (HB1691) would suspend exe­ cutions in North Carolina for two years to allow the state to re-examine the administra­ tion of the death penalty and to ensure the penalty does not violate constitutional pro­ visions against cruel and un­ usual punishment. The other bill (HB1526) would reduce the number of aggravating factors that make defendants eligible for the death penalty. The bill is intended to allow prosecutors to focus their re­ sources on the worst crimes. Public Safety Willfully killing a police animal or an assistance ani­ mal, such as a seeing-eye dog, could soon become a felony in North Carolina. House mem­ bers unanimously approved a bill (SB34) Wednesday strengthening the penalty. The bill would also make kill­ ing a law enforcement animal or an assistance animal an aggravating circumstance for other criminal offenses. The proposal now goes to the gov­ ernor to be signed into law. Operations House members voted this week to create a commission that would review older laws to determine if they remain necessary. The group of 18 lawmakers would not conduct financial audits of programs. Sen. Daniel Clodfelter, the sponsor of the bill (SB1132), said the North Carolina is one of only four states without such an internal review. The bill now returns to the Sen­ ate so that they can consider changes made in the House. Notes I had a lot of feedback from several of you regarding the two bills dealing with NC Electoral College votes and possibly moving NC's presi­ dential primary. 1 appreciate your feedback. The Raleigh Report from Rep. Cullie Tarleton by Rep. Cullie Tarleton N.C. House Special to the Post After several busy weeks preparing the budget and handling the last of the bills that needed to pass before a key deadline, this holidayshortened week offered those of us in the House an oppor­ tunity to slow down. My col­ leagues in the Senate finished work on their version of the budget Thursday. The next step will be for negotiators in the House and the Senate to reconcile the differences between the proposals and then send a compromise bill to the governor for his signa­ ture. In the House, we began reviewing bills that were ap­ proved in the Senate and bills that would require raising or spending money. We approved bills that would strengthen ethics laws, require closer scrutiny of state programs and stiffen the penalties for killing police animals or as- Rep. Cullie Tarleton sistance animals. We believe they are the kinds of changes those of you back home would support. Agenda House Democrats laid out an ambitious agenda soon after the start of this session and leaders of the chamber met with the press Tuesday to. announce that they have already met their goals. The agenda called for improving confidence in government, providing a quality educa­ tion, creating jobs, improv­ ing health, supporting our military, ensuring safer com­ munities and protecting the environment. Bills that have cleared the House have ad­ dressed those matters in several ways, and House Speaker Joe Hackney and Majority Leader Hugh Holliman pledged that for the remainder of the session the House will focus on further improvements in those areas. Holliman said he was par­ ticularly interested in legis­ lation passed by the Senate that would create tobaccofree schools (as am I) and another bill that would strip convicted lawmakers of a por­ tion of their government pen­ sions. Speaker Hackney said that this session has gone smoothly largely because all members have been civil and cooperative, as he requested at the start of the year. Minor­ ity Leader Paul Stam agreed that the chamber has been more efficient and that House leaders have operated under rules that permit more open and thorough debate in com­ mittees and on the floor. Budget The state Senate approved its proposed budget this week, clearing the way for nego­ tiations to begin on the final plan. Their $20 billion propos­ al cuts both the income tax on the highest wage-earners and the sales tax by a quarter per­ cent and spends $263 million less than the House proposal. It would provide no money for Medicaid relief to the coun­ ties, while the House has suggested giving the counties $100 million. The Senate plan would also spend $82 million less than the House for health and human services and de­ crease the reserve fund allo­ cation by $133 million. The University of North Carolina system would get $60 mil­ lion more, but community Dowell House colleges would get $8 million Museum, Thom­ less than what the House pro­ as Wolfe Memo­ posed. Teachers, community rial, Tweetsie college faculty and University Railroad, Lin- employees would get 5 per­ ville Caverns, cent raises - the same as the Grandfather House proposed - but state Mountain, Ban­ employees would get a 4 per­ ner Elk Winery, cent raise, a quarter-percent Loafers Glory ' r.f Rafting & Tub­ less than what was proposed l in the House plan. The Sen­ W % ing, The His­ ate proposes borrowing $1.2 toric Orchard billion to pay for about 30 at Altapass storytelling hay- construction projects. That's ride, Mystery Hill, Wildwater nearly three times more than Rafting trip, Nantahala Out­ the House proposed borrow­ door Center (NOC) raft trip, Smoky Mountain Jet Boats, Dillsboro Rafting trip, Great Smokey Mountain Fish Camp with Tubing, Oconaluftee In­ dian Village, Mountainside Theatre: Unto these Hills...A Retelling, Ghost Town in the Sky™, Rose Creek Mine, the Museum of the Cherokee In­ dian, Wheels Through Time Museum, and Smoky Moun­ tain Trains Museum. The Go Blue Ridge Card also features discounts and other special offers at par­ ticipating restaurants, mer­ chants and other attractions. The card will be updated an­ nually, with new attractions expected to be added each year. 'Go Blue Ridge' card offered FLETCHER, NC—The » {• r • new Go Blue Ridge Card, a multi-attraction pass that includes admission to more than 20 of the North Caro­ lina mountains' most popular attractions at one low price, is now available to visitors and residents throughout the Blue Ridge National Heritage • . *•»> & Area. The card is designed to encourage travelers to expe­ The Go Blue Ridge Card rience both large and small comes with a pocket-sized, attractions and to visit sites full-color guidebook filled with throughout the entire region. attraction locations, hours, The card will be marketed descriptions, directions, maps widely outside the area, in­ and points of interest and can cluding Europe, and is expect­ be purchased in 2,3 and 5 cal­ ed to generate new visitors to endar day increments. Once the area. activated, the card is valid for The card, which is the first access to the included attrac­ one of its kind to be created for tions for the number of days a rural region such as west­ purchased. The card is priced ern North Carolina, is avail­ for adults at $79, $109, and able now for on-line at www. $159 for 2, 3 or 5-day passes, goblueridgecard.com or www. respectively, and for kids (ages blueridgeheritage.com or in 3-12) at $49, $79, and $119. person at the Asheville Visitor The card's highlights in­ Center, 36 Montford Street, clude fully pre-paid admission Asheville. Cards purchased to the following attractions: online can be picked up at the Biltmore Estate, Chimney Asheville Visitor Center, the Rock Park, Emerald Village, High Country Host Visitor Rockhouse Vineyards, Lake Center, 1700 Blowing Rock Lure Tours, Asheville His­ Road, Boone; and the Smoky toric Trolley Tour, the Health Mountain Host Visitor Center, Adventure, Colburn Earth 4437 Georgia Road, Franklin. Science Museum, Smith-Mc­ X'* G+ Blue Ridge ; 1 m i sj * This Father's Day - Only the Best for Dad I 1 o FS 45 Landowners workshop set BOONE, NC—If you are landowner interested in »arning more about manging your land in western lorth Carolina, you are invitd to attend the "Wildlife and Wildfire in Your Backyard" workshop at the Elk Valley 'ield Station of Lees-McRae lollege (828-898-5241 for diections) on Friday, June 15, •om 9:00-5:00. Participants nil have hands-on opportuities to learn general skills seful in managing their ind. Introductory informaion on wildlife and wildfire n your property will be disussed. Participants will hear an verview of Appalachian natral history and learn general nldlife habitat information rom a mountain biologist. rou will view actual wildlife labitat and learn how you an protect your structures ising Firewise landscaping nd construction techniques. rou will receive equipment to lelp you manage your land nd will meet agency repreentatives and others availble to help you accomplish our goals. This is the second n a series of six workshops n the High Country Woodand Owner Short Course de­ igned to promote a healthy nvironment by educating andowners how to manage heir land. Registration The cost is $25 per person ler workshop, with spouse or ther family member at $15. tegistration includes lunch, nacks and workshop-related quipment or other materials at each session. Registration for this workshop will be ac­ cepted through June 7. Cred­ it toward N.C. Environmen­ tal Education Certification is available, as well as CEU credits. For more information and registration materials, visit http://watauga.ces.ncsu. edu or call Amy Garascia at the Pisgah Ranger Station at 828-877-3350. The course is sponsored by: Carolina Mountain Land Conservancy, North Carolina Division of Forest Resources, NCSU Cooperative Extension Service, USDA Forest Service Cradle of Forestry in America, Avery County Soil & Water Conservation District; Casey & Company Forestry, PLLC, High Country Conservancy, Lees-McRae College, USDA Natural Resources Conser­ vation Service, and Watauga County Soil & Water Conser­ vation District. Trimmer Easy to use, wellbalanced, lightweight homeowner trimmer Dual line AUT0CUT® TapAction" cutting head Comes with a 2-year limited homeowner warranty Breathe... Don't Burn! MS 170 Chain Saw $17Q95 Smoke from outdoor burning pollutes the air and is unhealthy to breathe. 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As pointed out recently, and forcefully, by Larry Wooten, president of the N.C. Farm Bureau, people from over our southern borders are critical to maintaining our agricultural base in this state. Wooten, citing a recent study, claims that an "enforcement only" bill would cost North Carolina's farmers some $260 million. That is a hit this vital but ailing industry simply can­ not afford. In some rural areas where federal enforcement has hit hard and roundups of illegal aliens have taken place, legal residents have found businesses shutting and economic revivals col­ lapsing. After all, our rural areas have been in decline since World War II. For many places, including Ashe County, these immigrants— legal and otherwise—have helped spur growth. Just look around you in a super­ market or retailer and you will see what we mean. The complaint is made that illegal residents do not pay taxes. As for income taxes, that largely depends on whether their employ­ ers do proper withholdings or simply "pay under the table." Naturally, they pay sales taxes. They either pay property taxes directly or indirectly, through rent. The bill now before the U.S. Senate is, like much in politics, a compromise. It pleases no one complete­ ly, but may well represent the best option before the nation at the present time. That is the opinion of the N.C. Farm Bureau, which considers its passage essen­ tial to the well-being of farmers. Certainly the Jefferson Post supports the rule of law. But the present Senate bill is an admission of the failures of our leaders—of both parties—to resolve the root causes of illegal immigration. If approved, it can provide a fresh start­ ing point for the nation and our neighbors, and hope­ fully resolve the effects of political negligence in a manner least harmful to all involved. Member: N.C. 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Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 Love and the Civil War Are you ready for another novel that is set in the Carolinas during Civil War times and deals with themes of love across racial lines? Last year, three of North Carolina's most important writers published important books in this genre. Charles Frazier's "Thirteen Moons" is about a white man's love for a Cherokee woman. There are also cross currents of roman­ tic and sexual relationships between whites and blacks, as there were in Frazier's "Cold Mountain." In Lee Smith's "On Agate Hill," the main character, Mol­ ly Petree, has a secret patron, a former Confederate officer, who goes to Brazil when the Civil War ends. His marriage to a black Brazilian woman becomes an important part of the story. Interracial love is at the core of David Payne's "Back to Wando Passo." The roman­ tic attraction of whites and blacks to each other drives this complex and very rich story. Someday, social and liter­ ary historians will ask and try to answer this question: What is it about our times that prompts so many of our best contemporary North Carolina authors to write about interracial love and sex and set those stories in Civil War times? Two other North Carolina authors have new books in this gtenre. In "Cold Running Creek," Zelda Lockhart tells the poignant story of a wom­ an of mixed white, black, and American Indian blood. As a young girl she is raised as a part of a privileged slave own­ ing family. When the Civil War begins, her family's circum­ stances change. She learns that she is not the daughter of her "mother." Instead, she is THETUlNKEk the child of a rela­ tionship between her fa­ ther and one of his slaves. When her father's property is sold to pay his debts, she finds herself a slave on an ad­ joining plantation. Another Civil War novel, "The Road from Chapel Hill" by Joanna Catherine Scott, treats the interracial themes subtly, but also very power­ fully. She follow^ the war through the intersecting experiences of three young characters: Euge­ nia, Clyde and Tom. Eugenia Mae Spotswood grew up on a plantation near Wilmington. Her father's financial failure forces them to move to Gold Hill, near Salisbury, where he works in the mines. Clyde Bricket lives on a farm near Chapel Hill and dreams of growing up to be a captain of a slave patrol. As a youngster he helps capture Tom, a runaway slave from a nearby farm. Later, Tom is sold to the owner of the Gold Hill mines, who resells him to Eugenia's father. Eugenia and Tom de­ velop a strong attraction to each other. When she learns that her father is planning to sell Tom, she sets him free and sends him away. Ulti­ mately, he finds his way to New Bern where he joins the Union Army, but he never for­ gets Eugenia. When the Confederates kill his father, Clyde also joins the Union army. He is captured and winds up in the prison camp in Salisbury. Af­ ter escaping, he finds shelter in a "safe house" where Eu­ genia has found work as a nurse. At the end of the war, Clyde and Eugenia make their way to Clyde's family farm near Chapel Hill, where Eugenia hopes to find some trace of Tom, whom she still loves. Eugenia complicates the story by coming to believe that she might have a mixed race heritage and resolves to find her "true mother." Not since "Cold Moun­ tain" does a Civil War novel "visit" so much of our state. "The Road from Chapel Hill" travels to Wilmington, the mines of Gold Hill, Salisbury, Chapel Hill, Eastern North Carolina's longleaf pine for­ ests, New Bern, and more. It is a wonderful trip, almost so engaging that the reader can forget about the novel's strong racial undercurrents. Almost. I still come back to that question the schol­ ars of the future will be ask­ ing: Why have contemporary North Carolina writers found romance across racial lines during Civil War times to be such a compelling topic? D.G. Martin is the host of UNC-TVs "North Caro­ lina Bookwatch," which airs Sundays at 5 p.m. Check his blog and view prior programs at. www.unctv.org / ncbookwatch!. A closer look at the 'Coalition of the Billing' RALEIGH - Let me see if I can follow the argument. Last month, a new cartel of government-spending lobbies, the Partnership for North Carolina's Future, predicted that North Carolina would grow by four million resi­ dents over the next 30 years. Without new taxes and lots more bonded debt, the group warned, the result will be to "cost our state jobs, damage our economy, and adversely affect the livelihoods of fami­ lies." So, millions of people will want to move to North Caroli­ na because of its employment prospects and quality of life. But if we don't jack up taxes and take on debt up to our eyeballs, there won't be the available jobs or attractive quality of life, so the millions of new residents won't mate­ rialize. What? Okay, let's look at it a dif­ ferent way. State and local politicians defend corporate subsidies and targeted-tax incentives as creating jobs and expanding the tax base, thus making state and local budgets healthier. Yet many of these same politicians now claim that the four million new residents induced by North Carolina's supposed economic-development coups won't pay enough in taxes over the 30 years to finance the infrastructure needed to ac­ commodate them, so existing residents will have to pay higher taxes to make up the dif­ ference. Nope, still not adding John Hood up. If I'm a current North Carolin­ ian listening to these claims, my head spinning from all the question-begging, it sure sounds like the best thing to do is: absolutely nothing. If the millions come, the result would be to raise my taxes. But if my taxes aren't raised to build stuff, millions won't come. In reality, the assumptions behind all this are, to use a technical term, screwy. Mil­ lions more people mean bil­ lions more in tax revenue. To the extent that North Caro­ lina relies on broad-based, straightforward means of raising necessary revenue - a properly constructed income tax, supplemented by prop­ erty taxes at the local level and usage-based charges for particular government enter­ prises such as highways and water systems - there is no "gap" to be "made up." The only way to forecast a multi-billion-dollar gap is to forecast wildly excessive gov­ ernment spending. The part­ nership represents spending interests, not taxpayers. Its members are, in a sense, toss­ ing out opening bids for our business. If you want ade­ quate infrastructure, they are saying, this is what we will charge you. Taxpayers should just say no. The price tag is too high. It is padded with wasteful spending, riddled with questionable assump­ tions, and simply layered on top of an existing, bloated set of state and local budgets Just this year, the General Assembly is about to approve a state budget containing around $180 million in corpo­ rate welfare, $130 million in administrative bloat, $70 mil­ lion in inappropriate subsi­ dies for nonprofits, and $270 million in excessive subsidies for state services consumed disproportionately by higherincome North Carolinians who don't pay reasonable fees. In the transportation budget, there is an additional $310 million in annual expendi­ tures for low-priority projects that would be better spent on high-value highway mainte­ nance and expansion. The above savings alone, if redirected to high-priority infrastructure needs, would represent $960 million in new investment in FY 2007-08. Do that every year for 30 years, and it comes out to about $29 billion in infrastructure investment without any new taxes. Contact your representatives Washington Senate Sen. Elizabeth Dole 217 Russell Senate Office Building Washington. DC, NC 20510 Phone: (202) 224-3154 555 Dirksen Senate Office Building House of Representatives Washington, DC 20510 Rep. Virginia Foxx (202) 224-6342 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. PAGE 4 TUE S D A Y, JUNE 5, 2007 430 Cannon House Office Building Washington. DC 20515 Sen. Richard Burr phone: 202-225-2071 The spending-lobby car­ tel, call it the Coalition of the Billing, wants more money for its members, not tax reform. You can tell because real tax reform involves reducing complexity, flattening rates, and expanding the tax base. That's not what the spend­ ing lobbies endorse. They talk about hiking taxes selectively on some residents but not others through such devices as real estate transfer taxes, impact fees, new-car taxes, and higher excises on ciga­ rettes and alcohol. The Coalition of the Billing favor these tax options pre­ cisely because they are not broad. The idea is to promise the new government spend­ ing to all and try to stick the tax bill just to some. It's not sound public policy, and it is about as far removed as you can get from leadership. John Hood is president of the John Locke Foundation and publisher of CarolinaJournal.com. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, JUNE 5, 2007 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT Blue Ridge Electric to hold annual meeting June 9 West Jefferson, North Carolina (June 1, 2007) - The most important meeting of the year for members of Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation will be held Sat­ urday, June 9, as the cooper­ ative's Annual Membership Meeting takes place at Ashe County High School. A highlight of this year's Annual Membership Meet­ ing will be the awarding of the first grants to be given by the Blue Ridge Electric Mem­ bers Foundation, which was formed to support local eco­ nomic and community devel­ opment initiatives. The Foun­ dation, which is advised by a 12-person advisory committee made up of Blue Ridge Elec­ tric members, manages funds generated from the member supported Operation Round Up. Blue Ridge Energies, the cooperative's propane subsid­ iary, also donates a portion of its profits to the Members Foundation. Eight deserving local or­ ganizations that impact the quality of life in local com­ munities will be announced as winners of the first grants totaling $30,000. The awards take place from 9:40 to 9:50 a.m. in the gym. At the annual meeting, members will also vote on four nominees for open seats on Blue Ridge Electric's board of directors. Nominated by the Nominating Committee are: Jeff Joines, Caldwell District; James Burl (J.B.) Lawrence, Watauga District; Bradley McNeill, Ashe District; and Bryan Lee Edwards, Allegh­ any District. No nominees by petition were received by this year's April 10 deadline. Edwards was nominated to fill the board seat currently held by President John Wood­ ruff of Alleghany County. Woodruff, who has faithfully served on the board for the past 39 years, is retiring from the board effective at the 2007 Annual Membership Meet­ ing. Woodruff has served as president since 2002. A slate of new board officers will be elected by the board at their regular monthly meeting in June, immediately following the annual meeting. Members who are unable to attend the annual meeting but want to vote for directors can assign their vote by proxy to another member who will be attending. The proxy and related information is printed on the inside back cover of the annual report/meeting notice mailed to members in May. All registered members will receive a gift package of three compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) as part of the cooperative's focus on helping members become energy effi­ cient. Visiting the Energy Fair will also help members learn how to be wiser energy users and save on their monthly en­ ergy bills. Ray's Weather Cen­ ter will be on hand, as well as NC GreenPower, the state's renewable energy initiative to encourage "green" energy development, and the N.C. Cooperative Extension and other exhibits. For the fifth consecutive year, members can take ad­ vantage of the Health Fair of­ continued from page 2 fered by Ashe Memorial Hos­ Police in North Wilkesboro, pital. The health fair offers N.C. from 1984 until his fi­ a variety of complimentary nal retirement in 1990. Cor­ health services, screenings key was known throughout and information for all ages. his military and law career Exhibits also include an for his committed service, outdoor "Hot Wire" safety effective leadership, moral demonstration, "spin to win" character and genuine com­ energy trivia games, and Blue passion for people. Corkey Ridge Energies, the coopera­ believed in the human capac­ tive's propane and heating ity for change. He frequently fuels subsidiary with show­ advocated for leniency during rooms featuring gas logs and the sentencing phase hear­ more located in each office of ings involving juveniles and the cooperative. young adults. Staff from An Appalachian Corkey was preceded in Summer Festival will also be death by his father, W. Ed­ on hand to give away two fam­ ward Miller who was Sheriff ily four-packs of tickets to the George Lee of Ashe County from 1936 to July 28th Outdoor Fireworks "Corkey" Miller 1940, his mother, Elizabeth Concert featuring Wynonna St. Augustine, Fla. Vannoy Miller, who served as on the campus of Appala­ February 13, 1930 tax collector of Ashe County chian State University. Caro­ May 27, 2007 from 1938 to 1950 and owned lina Country magazine staff Mr. George Lee "Corkey" and operated the Highlander will be giving away cookbooks Miller, of St. Augustine, Flor­ Motel, an infant brother and and registering members for ida, formerly of Ashe County, two adult brothers, Jack D. a gift basket give away. passed away at his home on Miller, James E. Miller and a There's fun for the children May 27, 2007 following a sister, Billie Parsons. too. The Children's Program, Corkey is survived by his staffed by Blue Ridge employ­ recent hospitalization. Cor­ key was born in Ashe County, wife, Annabelle Pinkham ees, will host the Giggle Gang N.C. on February 13, 1930. Miller, of Conover, N.C.; sis­ clowns and will provide re­ Corkey joined the service in ter-in-law, Helen Miller, of freshments from 9 a.m. until 1945 and retired from the Ashe County; a son, Michael the end of the business ses­ United States Air Force in Miler and his wife, Jennifer, sion for the convenience of 1968. He was a distinguished of Hudson, N.C.; daughter's parents. service man earning seven­ Elizabeth Wooten and Tam­ Registration begins at 8 teen decorations including my Miller, of Hickory, N.C., a.m. and members are strong­ two Air Force Commendation Robin Maley and partner, ly encouraged to bring their Medals for Meritorious Ser­ Karen Hudson, of Lexington, registration card and door vice and the Soldier's Medal Kentucky, Kim Macedo and prize tickets from the back of for Heroism as a result of res­ husband, Jonathan, of St. Au­ their annual report/annual cuing crew members from a gustine, Florida; eight grand­ meeting membership notice burning airplane. He served children; five great grandchil­ mailed to every member in in Japan, Korea, Vietnam dren. Corkey is also survived May. and France. Immediately by several loving nephews, Members must be regis­ after his retirement and re­ nieces, first and second cous­ tered and present to win all turn to Ashe County, Corkey ins. prizes. This year, two grand Funeral services were held prizes per district will be owned and managed his own excavation company. In 1970, on Monday, June 4, 2007 at 2 awarded: a 32-inch LCD Corkey became the Sheriff of p.m. at Boone Family Funeral HDTV and a digital camera. Ashe County, winning by a Home Chapel with Rev. A.B. Four $50 bills per district will close margin of 13 votes. Four Weaver and Rev. Kirk Mc­ also be awarded. years later, Ashe County citi­ Neill officiating. Burial fol­ Prior to the 10 a.m. busi­ zens demonstrated their ap­ lowed in the West Jefferson ness session, members can preciation for his services City Cemetery with Military enjoy food in the cafeteria by re-electing him by an un­ and Masonic rites. and humorist Dr. David Lee The family received friends Hunter in the gym from 8:45 precedented margin of nearly 2,000 votes over his opponent. from 12-2 p.m. on Monday, to 9:25. In 1977, Corkey was appoint­ two hours prior to the funeral For more information ed to the United States Mar­ service. about the annual meeting, see You may give the family your 2006 annual report/2007 shal's Service for the Middle District of North Carolina by your condolences at our web­ annual meeting notice or con­ President Jimmy Carter. He site www.boonefuneralhome. tact your local cooperative of­ went into semi-retirement com. fice. Boone Family Funeral upon successful completion Blue Ridge Electric Mem­ of his term as U.S. Marshal. Home of West Jefferson is bership Corp. serves some He came out of retirement to in charge of these arrange­ 70,000 members in northwest accept the position of Chief of ments. North Carolina. Obituaries — Photo courtesy of J&B Trout Lake Dave Pickett offers fly tying expertise along with Lee Burgess at J&B Trout Lake in Crumpler. The lake behind Shatley Springs will have a grand opening this Saturday beginning at 8:30. Lake to have grand opening by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor The weather is nice and the fishing's fine at J&B Trout Lake in Crumpler. Come out on Saturday, June 9 for a special grand opening of the lake located behind Shatley Springs Inn. The day will be filled with music and special events in­ cluding games and prizes. Mountain Utopia will of­ fer grilling and frying of the trout caught and prizes will be awarded for special catego­ ries of fish caught. There will be hotdogs and lots of activi­ ties. Bring a blanket or chair and listen to the music. In the event of rain, the grand opening will be post­ poned until Saturday, June 16. J&B Trout Lake officially opened for business in April and a ribbon cutting and open house was held on April 27. A special blessing of the lake took place last month. This new business offers everything you need for trout fly fishing, from the equip­ ment to the fish. And if you need a lesson, expert Blair Barber and his staff will be glad to oblige. The two acre lake behind Heartland continued from front page Mid-South/Crescent Media operations brings the total to 48 paid-circulation newspa­ pers. "We are an acquisitionminded company that seeks to own and operate newspa­ pers in good communities," Bush said. "Having previous­ ly done business with Andrew and Phyllis, we know to take care and honor their legacy. We believe in the newspapers and the communities we are adding to our Heartland fam­ ilyHeartland is owned by The Wicks Group of Companies and Wachovia Capital Part­ ners. Wicks is a New Yorkbased private equity firm fo­ cused on selected segments of the communications, infor­ mation and media industries. Wachovia Capital Partners, based in Charlotte, N.C., is the principal investing arm of Wachovia Corp. Shatley Springs - one of Ashe County's biggest seasonal at­ tractions - is open all week, 8:30 a.m. to dusk for fishing. The family atmosphere of­ fers fun for all ages and you can keep what you catch. You can help feed the fish every evening around 8 p.m. Rent or purchase the nec­ essary equipment or bring your own. Learn how to tie a fly and build a fishing rod. Catch some beautiful rain­ bows with local favorites in pre-tied flies. Go home with fish cleaned and filleted and ready to cook. Owner Blair Barber from the Buxton area of Cape Hatteras has been in the fishing business for 25 years, build­ ing his own rods and with 17 years experience as a guide. He worked with the ESPN show "Reel Talk," has spon­ sored trips in surf fishing and extreme fishing, and operated several bait shops over the years. Barber's fly fishing rods are recognized for their col­ ors with images created from thread. The rods are both dec­ orative and useful. He said you have to be a bit of an art­ ist in building rods and often goes into seclusion to come up with new ideas. Fly tiers working with him are Dave Pickett and Lee Burgess. They are always designing new flies, he said, because the fish see so many things and colors and styles must match the hatch to represent what the fish like to eat. J&B Trout Lake supplies everything you need to fish and customers only pay for what they catch. Individuals are welcome along with school, civic and church groups. No license is required and there is no limit on catch. For information, call 9824447 or email jbtroutlake@ hotmail.com. Women's Hair Pet Peeves* 1. Roots showing 2. Too dirty 3. Too damaged 4. Weird/bad color 5. Too boring 6. Too short 7. Too messy 8. Hair extensions 9. Too long 10. Too weird *Oiher womcns hair Source: www. beau t ifu Ihai rstyles.com © 2007 by King Features Syndicate, Inc. WOrtd rights reserved Letter of Thanks, This special message goes oof to 'Bill and Maude Shatley of Jefferson. Joe and I have wanted to tell the world just how grateful we are for the two of you! Vour friendship and the ways you've blessed us have left us speechless. If there were more folk out there like the two of you, this country would be a much more pleasurable place to live. Thanks again for blessing us beyond measure. Know that we will always be here for you! love you Biff and Maude, Ba6y, Baxter Smoky tool! Joe and Lisa Biotufi We GALLERY June 8,2007 Manager continued from front page ers. Vendor space is free and all registered market vendors are invited to participate. As always, items available at the farmer's market are hand­ made or homegrown in Ashe County. Entertainment for the evening will be courtesy of the Appalachian Mountain Girls performing their old time mountain music. Saturday market times are 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Wednes­ day markets will start up in July with the same hours as Saturday. Shay said the market committee is working on a logo, and one of the popular "barn quilts" seen around the county will be placed on the farmer's market. A call is also out for musicians interested in performing during the Sat­ urday markets. They will be allowed to sell their CDs and collect donations the day they perform. For more information about the Ashe County Farm­ er's Market, contact the Co­ operative Extension Service at 219-2650 or Patty Shay at 977-4735. to oiid Friday ni every ••nth. Joe (hni Ih lober lies! Jefferson. North I arnlina Fast Growing Local Wireless Company seeks experienced B2B Account Executives, Inside Sales Representatives and Customer Service Field Representatives. Competitive salaries and full benefits (health, dental, vision, pension, 401k, paid vacation, free wireless phones, etc.) Email resume to: susannahr@carolinawest.com or fax to Human Resources at: Carolina 336-838-7550 ASHE COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL Promoting West Jefferson's Arts District Visit West Jefferson's Art Galleries and (raft shops, including Acorn Gallery, Ashe Arts Center, Ashe Street Gallery, Ashe custom Framing, Bohemia Gallery, Originals Only Gallery, The Quill Gathering. River Rock Gallery, R.T. Morgan Arl Gallery. Sally Mae's Emporium, Smart Gallery, Stephen Shoemaker studio & Gallery, Tin Roof Gallery Ki4rp\hmpnt.s • Slwl Misimis Downtown West Jefferson s galleries and the Arts District is supported by vltli >»l«»il West /-^—Wireless WEST JEFFERSON BUSINESS ASSOCIATION i FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 336.846-ARTS �PAGE 6 TUESDAY, JU N E F port • *BM Look for pictures from camps being held this week in Friday's paper! Weekly events in Ashe County -mail us: Mgraybe«l#JcffersonPu«t.com Four Mountaineers score goals in PDL action by Appalachian Sports Information May 31, 2007 - Four Ap­ palachian State University men's soccer student-ath­ letes scored goals in action over the weekend in the United Soccer League's Pre­ mier Development League (PDL). Sean Sassano, Mi­ chael Walters, Cameron Mc­ Carthy and J.T. LaBruyere each scored a goal for their respective teams and are four of the 10 Mountaineers making major contributions in the league. The PDL is the top U23 men's amateur league in North America and serves as the development ground for elite players. Top collegiate and amateur players have the ability to compete in the PDL throughout the summer months in a professional set­ ting while maintaining their collegiate eligibility. The league is the proving ground for players that aspire to reach the highest-levels of the game. The Cary Railhawks boast the most Apps with five on the roster including Corey Lugger, Sean Sassano, Paul Pessina, Greg Walters and Michael Walters. J.T. LaBruyere and Tyler Smith, are playing for the West Virginia Chaos while Tim Bender is playing for the defending regular-sea­ son champion Carolina Dy­ namo. Cameron McCarthy is ASU's other returnee to PDL action, this season with the Fredricksburg Gunners. Incoming freshman Antonio Harley is a member of Vir­ ginia Legacy. Throughout the summer GoASU.com will follow the Mountaineers in the PDL with brief updates on how they're faring in the league. Upcoming Sports Camps in Ashe County The Player's Edge Soccer Camp June 11-14 Rising grades 7-8 9 a.m.- Noon Blue Ridge Elementary Cost: $35 Photo courtesy of Goasu.com Sean Sassano scored a goal over the weekend and is currently leading the Cary Railhawks in scoring. Rubinstein named to Ail-American team by Appalachian Sports Information TUCSON, Ariz. — Ap­ palachian State University sophomore David Rubinstein became the school's first base­ ball all-American in 19 years when he collected third-team Louisville Slugger all-Amer­ ica accolades on Wednesday. The Louisville Slugger allAmerica teams were chosen and announced by Collegiate Baseball. Rubinstein hit .361 on the season and set Appalachian records with 30 doubles, 67 runs scored and 138 total bas­ es. His 30 doubles rank second nationally, just two behind Louisville Slugger co-Player of the Year Tony Thomas, Jr. from Florida State. The right fielder is ASU's first all-American since Darron Healey in 1988. Rubin­ stein is only the sixth Moun­ taineer to earn all-America recognition since Appalachian joined the NCAA ranks in 1973. Rubinstein also collected first-team all-Southern Con­ ference honors en route to leading the Mountaineers to a 33-26 overall record, their best showing since 1986, and a fourth-place conference fin­ ish, their beet ^ince '89. Ru-, binstein is one of four SoCon representatives on the Lou­ isville Slugger all-America teams, joining Wofford 3B Brandon Waring (first team), Western Carolina 2B Kenny Smith (second team) and Col­ lege of Charleston RHP Nick Chigges (third team). Ashe County Junior Tennis League June 13-July 20 (July 2-6 off) Every Tuesday and Thursday 10 a.m. - Noon Ashe County High School Cost: $10 High Country Hoops Camp June 11-14 Rising 3-6 graders 9 a.m.- Noon Rising 7-10 graders 1 p.m.- 4 p.m. Ashe County High School $50 (Ashe Co. Lightning $45) High Country Photo courtesy of Goasu.com Sophomor David Rubinstein is ASU's first baseball AllAmerican in 19 years. Soccer Camp June 18-20 Rising 4-9 graders 9 a.m.- Noon Ashe County High School Cost: $50 Girls Got Game Basketball Camp June 25-28 Rising 1-8 grade girls 9 a.m.- Noon Ashe County High School Cost: $50 Diamond Stars Baseball Camp June 25-28 Rising 4-9 grade boys 8:30 a.m.- 11:30 a.m. Ashe County High School Cost: $45 Pre-Registereted ($50 on Day of Camp) Cheer Excellence Cheerleading Camp June 25-29 Rising 7-8 graders 5:30-7:30 p.m. Ashe County Middle School Cost: $65 Husky Football Camp July 23-26 Rising 3-8 graders 9 a.m.- Noon Ashe County High School Cost: $15 Water safety tips for the summer months (MS)- Did you know that children can drown in as little as one inch of water? Drowning is the second leading cause of ac­ cidental death among children ages one to 14. Children can drown in swimming pools, hot tubs and natural bodies of water, hut also in wading pools, bathtubs, buckets, toilets and even pud­ dles. Drowning is quick and silent. It's not like in the movies where children are often portrayed crying or shouting for help. Water safety experts at Safe Kids Worldwide recommend: Preparing your children: • Teach children to swim after age four and make sure they know how to tread water, float and swim out of a cross-current ("riptide"). • Tell children to stay away from pool and hot tub drains. Do not use a pool or hot tub that has any loose, broken or missing drain covers. Tips for parents: • Never take your eyes off children in the pool - even for a moment. If you're in a group, appoint a designated "water watcher." taking turns with other adults. • While supervising kids, stay alert and avoid distractions like reading or the telephone. • Tie back your children's long hair securely to guard against drain entanglement. • Don't rely on "water wings" or other inflat­ able toys. If your child can't swim, stay within an arm's reach. • Learn infant and child CPR. Steps for safety: • If you have a pool or spa. surround it with isola­ tion fencing at least five feet high with gates that close and latch automatically. • Empty inflatable wading pools (kiddie pools) after use. • If you find a pool drain cover that is loose, bro­ ken or missing, notify the owner or operator and do not use the pool or hot tub. • Keep gates to the pool area latched, so children cannot enter the area without adult supervision. • Never dive in water less than nine feet deep. Swim only in designated areas. Boating safety: • On a boat or near open water, everyone should wear a life jacket approved by the U.S. Coast Guard. • Take a boating safety course and never drink al­ coholic beverages while boating. Get a free ves­ sel safety check every year from the Coast Guard Auxiliary or U.S. Power Squadrons (www.uscgboating.org). • Don't let kids drive personal watercraft, such as jet skis. These tips have been developed as part of Safe Kids Week - Make It A Safe Kids Summer - run­ ning from April 28 to May 6. Safe Kids Week is sponsored by Johnson & Johnson. More informa­ tion is available online at www.usa.safckids.org/ water. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, JUNE 5, 2007 PAGE 7 SPORTS NCAA baseball conference standings CW= Conference Wins CL= Conference Losses GB= Games Behind Colonial Athletic Association CW CL % GB SW SL % - 37 22 .627 - 35 24 SW= Season Wins Atlantic Coast Conf. .593 Virginia Commonwealth 18 11 .621 Old Dominion 18 11 .621 Delaware 18 11 .621 - 32 23 .582 UNC- Wilmington 18 11 .621 - 29 27 .518 George Mason 14 14 .500 3.5 27 27 .500 Georgia State 15 15 .500 3.5 26 32 .448 William and Mary 13 16 .448 5 29 25 .537 Northeastern 12 17 .414 6 24 22 .522 James Madison 11 17 .393 6.5 22 31 .415 Towson 11 18 .379 7 21 30 .412 Hofstra 11 18 .379 7 20 34 .370 SW SL % 51 12 SL= Season Losses .810 O CD CW CL $ Conference USA Rice 22 2 .917 East Carolina 14 9 .609 7.5 40 22 .645 Southern Mississippi 14 10 .583 8 39 22 .639 Memphis 12 12 .500 10 36 27 .571 Houston 12 12 .500 10 28 28 .500 Alabama-Birmingham 12 12 .500 10 25 33 9 15 .375 13 34 26 .567 UCF 7 17 .292 15 27 32 Marshall 5 18 .217 16.5 21 32 Florida State Clemson NC State Wake Forest Boston College Maryland CW 24 18 16 14 12 7 CL 6 12 14 16 17 23 % GB .8 .6 6 .533 8 .467 10 .414 11.5 .233 17 Coastal Division North Carolina Virgina Miami Georgia Tech Duke Virginia Tech 21 19 17 15 8 7 9 9 13 14 22 23 .7 .679 .567 .517 .267 .233 .431 Tulane Atlantic Division - - SW 48 39 37 34 24 26 50 1 45 4 37 5.5 32 13 29 14 23 - % SL 12 21 22 28 27 30 .8 .650 .627 .548 .471 .464 12 14 23 25 25 31 .806 .763 .617 .561 .537 .426 REWARD Mid-Eastern Conference $2,000.00 •WANTED* TOUGHEST & BADDEST DIVISIONS FOR MEN & WOMEN NO ENTRY FEE-JUST GUTS! 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VBS "Game Day Central" will go through the 7th and will have classes for all ages includ­ ing adults. Rev. Mace Johnson gives you an invitation to attend any and all of these events. 11:30 a.m.: The National Association of Active and Retired Employees (NARFE) will meet at Winners Circle. Active and Retired Federal Employees are urged to attend. 6 p.m.: Vacation Bible School at Warrensville Baptist Church June 2 - 6. 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Supper will be provided. 6:15 p.m.: The ninth annual Ashe County Tennis Clinic will take place June 4th- 7th at the high school tennis courts and it is open for both boys and girls. For rising 3rd-8th graders the cost is $35 and the clinic will run from 5-6pm. For rising 9th-12th graders the cost is $50 and will run from 6:15-8:00pm. You may register on June 4 at the tennis courts or call Vickie Herman or Logan Freeman at the high school, 246-2400. 6:30 p.m.: VBS at Clifton Baptist Church through Friday, June 8. All ages wel­ come to attend! 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.: Vacation Bible School at Wagoner Baptist Church. June 3 through 8. Theme is Taking the Plunge' Everyone is invited. Call Pastor Steve Viers at 8461140 for more information. 6:30 p.m.- 8:30 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Church invites you to join them in their Game Day Central Vacation Bible School, June 3-8, 6:308:30 PM. Supper will be served from 5:45 - 6:20 p.m. each evening. Classes for Pre-K - 6th grade & Adults. Rev. Steve LeaShomb from Midway Baptist Church will teach the adult class. Rising 8th grad­ ers and graduating seniors will have VBS at the Baptist Campground on June 22-23. Transportation is available tor both VBS's by catling Thsh at 877-1506 & Cara at 846-9554. Pastor Gordon Rawls and congregation welcome you. Friendly Grove is located at 444 Buck Mtn. Road. 7 p.m.: Revival at Rock Creek Baptist Church. Scheduled through June 8, or until the Lord leads us. Special Sining Each Night. Brother Jamie Denny will be preaching. Everyone is welcome. Wednesday June 6 Orion Baptist Church will have VBS beginning June 3 with a Kickoff Tailgate Picnic. VBS "Game Day Central" will go through the 7th and will have classes for all ages includ­ ing adults. Rev. Mace Johnson gives you an invitation to attend any and all of these events. 6 p.m.: Vacation Bible School at Warrensville Baptist Church June 2 - 6. We will begin with commencement at 6 p.m. and end with refreshments for everyone. 6:15 p.m.: The ninth annual Ashe County Tennis Clinic will take place June 4th- 7th at the high school tennis courts and it is open for both boys and girls. For rising 3rd-8th graders the cost is $35 and the clinic will run from 5-6pm. For rising 9th-12th graders the cost is $50 and will run from 6:15-8:00pm. You may register on June 4 at the tennis courts or call Vickie Herman or Logan Freeman at the high school, 246-2400. 6:30 p.m.: VBS at Clifton Baptist Church through Friday, June 8. All ages wel­ come to attend! 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.: Vacation Bible School at Wagoner Baptist Church. June 3 through 8. Theme is 'Taking the Plunge' Everyone is invited. Call Pastor Steve Viers at 8461140 for more information. 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Church invites you to join them in their Game Day Central Vacation Bible School, June 3-8, 6:308:30 PM. Supper will be served from 5:45 - 6:20 p.m. each evening. Classes for Pre-K - 6th grade & Adults. Rev. Steve LeaShomb from Midway Baptist Church will teach the adult class. Rising 8th grad­ ers and graduating seniors will have VBS at the Baptist Campground on June 22-23. Transportation is available for both VBS's by calling Trish at 877-1506 & Cara at 846-9554. Pastor Gordon Rawls and congregation welcome you. Friendly Grove is located at 444 Buck Mtn. Road 7 p.m.: Revival at Rock Creek Baptist Church. Scheduled through June 8, or until the Lord leads us. Special Sining Each Night. Brother Jamie Denny will be preaching. Everyone is welcome. Thursday June 7 Orion Baptist Church will have VBS beginning June 3 with a Kickoff Tailgate Picnic. VBS "Game Day Central" will go through the 7th and will have classes for all ages includ­ ing adults. Rev. Mace Johnson gives you an invitation to attend any and all of these events. 8 a.m.: Interagency Meeting. Ashe County Health Events, Come and share information with others about new and ongoing community projects, at Jefferson Station Coffee Shop. Hispanic 11 a.m.: The Committee of the Ashe Baptist Association wilt be meeting with Larry Phillips of the Baptist State Convention on June 7 at 11:00 at the Ashe Baptist Conference Room. Serving on that commit­ tee is Mrs. Linda Miller, Mrs. Cindy Felkel, Mr. Bob Neaves, Rev. Steve LeaShomb, Rev. Lawrence Goodman, Rev. Danny Pardo and the DOM David Blackburn. 6:15 p.m.: The ninth annual Ashe County Tennis Clinic will take place June 4th- 7th at the high school tennis courts and it is open for both boys and girls. For rising 3rd-8th graders the cost is $35 and the clinic will run from 5-6pm. For rising 9th-12th graders the cost is $50 and will run from 6:15-8:00pm. You may register on June 4 at the tennis courts or call Vickie Herman or Logan Freeman at the high school, 246-2400. 6:30 p.m.: VBS at Clifton Baptist Church through Friday, June 8. All ages wel­ come to attend! 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.: Vacation Bible School at Wagoner Baptist Church. June 3 through 8. Theme is 'Taking the Plunge' Everyone is invited. Call Pastor Steve Viers at 8461140 for more information. 6:30 p.m.- 8:30 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Church invites you to join them in their Game Day Central Vacation Bible School, June 3-8, 6:308:30 PM. Supper will be served from 5:45 - 6:20 p.m. each evening. Classes for Pre-K - 6th grade & Adults. Rev. Steve LeaShomb from Midway Baptist Church will teach the adult class. Rising 8th grad­ ers and graduating seniors will have VBS at the Baptist Campground on June 22-23. Transportation is available for both VBS's by calling Trish at 877-1506 & Cara at 846-9554. Pastor Gordon Rawls and congregation welcome you. Friendly Grove is located at 444 Buck Mtn. Road . 7 p.m.: Disabled American Veterans will have BINGO on the 1 st Thursday of the Month at Family Central on the Ashe Central High School Rd. In Jefferson at 7pm. There will be food available. For more infor­ mation call 336-982-3743 7 p.m.: Revival at Rock Cr.eek Baptist Church. Scheduled through June 8, or until the Lord leads us. Special Sining Each Night. Brother Jamie Denny will be preaching. Everyone is welcome. Friday June 8 5-9 p.m.: Ashe County Farmers market presents its first monthly "Nite Time on the Backstreet" event with a street festival feel and provid­ ing a venue to showcase the market's very talented local crafters. Vendor space is free and all registered market ven­ dors are invited to participate. As always, items available at the farmer's market are hand­ made or homegrown in Ashe County. Entertainment for the evening will be courtesy of the Appalachian Mountain Girls performing their old time moun­ tain music. This event will be held one Friday of each month, June through September. 5 p.m. - 8 p.m.: Gallery Crawl Open house at Thirteen Downtown West Jefferson gal­ leries and studios. 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Bible School: Everyone is welcome. 6:30 p.m.: VBS at Clifton Baptist Church through Friday, June 8. All ages wel­ come to attend! 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.: Vacation Bible School at Wagoner Baptist Church. June 3 through 8. Theme is Taking the Plunge' Everyone is invited. Call Pastor Steve Viers at 8461140 for more information. 6:30 p.m.- 8:30 p.m.: Friendly Grove Baptist Church invites you to join them in their Game Day Central Vacation Bible School, June 3-8, 6:308:30 PM. Supper will be served from 5:45 - 6:20 p.m. each evening. Classes for Pre-K - 6th grade & Adults. Rev. Steve LeaShomb from Midway Baptist Church will teach the adult class. Rising 8th grad­ ers and graduating seniors will have VBS at the Baptist Campground on June 22-23. Transportation is available for both VBS's by calling Trish at 877-1506 & Cara at 846-9554. Pastor Gordon Rawls and congregation welcome you. Friendly Grove is located at 444 Buck Mtn. Road 7 p.m.: Revival at Rock Creek Baptist Church. Scheduled through June 8, or until the Lord leads us. Special Sining Each Night. Brother Jamie Denny will be preaching. Everyone is welcome. Day Central. First session will be Sunday June 10 from 9 a.m. -10 a.m..Worship A Service at 10 a.m. - 11 a.m. with a family lunch following worship. The VBS Team at Friendship invites you to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Coffee House at Jefferson Methodist Church Fellowship Hall Summertime fun with stories, song and music featuring GinnyTobiassen, New River Chordsman, Deborah Jean Sheets, and Tilde Carbia. Tickets $8 adults; $5 students. 336-846-2787. Sunday June 10 The Annual Faw Reunion will be June 10 at the Calloway Cemetery on Hwy 163. Bring a filled picnic basket and join us. 11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. Lunch served at 1:00 p.m.: Annual Neaves Family Reunion Descendants of William Roderick "Billy" Neaves. National Guard Armory Jefferson, N.C. Bring a covered dish and a beverage and join in the fun and fellowship. Please bring any family photographs you would like to share during the reunion. All are welcome! 2 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Bible School: closing program begins at 3:30 p.m. Everyone is welcome. 2 p.m.: Benefit Singing at Rock Creek Baptist Church for Ronnie Townsend. Everyone is welcome! 4 p.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will begin VBS June 10 thru June 15. VBS kick-off will be held Sunday afternoon, June 10 at 4:00 p.m. with reg­ istration to follow. VBS will run June 11 thru June 15 at 6:45 p.m. nightly. Van transportation is available by celling at 3842548. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the con­ gregation invites everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek Community. 5:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.: Friendship Baptist Church Saturday June 9 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m.: Obids Baptist Church Bible School: Everyone is welcome. 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.: Women's Prayer Retreat. The women of First Baptist Church, West Jefferson, will hold the sec­ ond annual prayer retreat. The retreat will be held at the DeBoard farm in Grassy Creek. Transportation will be provided from the church parking lot, leaving at 9:30 a.m. Bring a lawn chair and a covered dish to share for lunch. FOr more information call Joyce Mauer at 877-1074, or the church office. 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Friendship Baptist Church announces that VBS will be held Saturday June 9 with a Kickoff Game announces that VBS will be held. Second session will be that Sunday evening with sup­ per at 5:15 p.m. classes at 6:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. Monday -Wed. supper at 5:15 p.m. and classes at 6:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. The VBS Team at Friendship invites you to attend. 6 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church invites you to their vacation Bible School June 10-15. Their theme is Take the Plunge. Sunday night classes will begin at 6:00 PM then Mon-Friday at 6:30 PM. Classes for all ages including adults. Friday night they will hold a commencement service with a cook-out. Pastor, Rev. Chris Cox and congregation welcome you! mation call: (828)266-9700 or (828)964-8577. 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Garden Club meets the sec­ ond Monday of each month at 6 p.m. The June meeting on June 11 will be at a local home and there will be a tour of the Monday June 11 An Authorized Agent for 5:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.: Friendship Baptist Church announces that VBS will be held. Monday -Wed. supper at 5:15 p.m. and classes at 6:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. The VBS Team at Friendship invites you to attend. 5:30 p.m.: Calling ALL Team Captains and Committee Members! Please be sure to attend the VERY impor­ tant Relay for Life Meeting at Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church at 5:30. We need to have everyone's registration forms, luminaries (for program), corporate sponsors and we will discuss teams tent placement. See you there! 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.: High Country Christian Singles. Mt. Vernon Church (Meadowview Room, Bamboo Road, Boone) Meal: $5 (First time guests eat free!) "Something New is com­ ing up for Singles in the High Country!!" Come and listen as Marianne (our former direc­ tor) shows about something exciting for singles and she will be doing a gameshow for our entertainment. All singles are welcome. 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WEST JEFFERSON CHEVROLET Building Supply and Hardware 19 South 3rd Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 AN AMERICAN REVOLUTION www.parkertie.doitbest.com (336) 246-2611 West Jefferson, ISC • 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy.net Mountain EMPIRE King of the •Chrysler • Jeep • Dodge - New 2007 2000 West US Ram 1500 Reg Cab Hwy 421 8XT4x2 wilkesboro, NC $13,888 Be sure to watch the 866-380-2458 IHE Place to Win! _ CCS, Inc. <§)YAMAHA of Jefferson 102 South Main-street * Jefferson. NC * 84(T7744 Pncnnn 500 on Sunday, June lO^and play the NASCAR contest with the Jefferson Post. Please check our Friday, June 15 m edition for the winner information on this race. i �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, JUNE 5, 2007 PAGE 9 COMMUNITY EVENTS Cholesterol screenings offered June 14 continued from page 8 gardens. A covered dish din­ ner will be served. Members are asked to bring a favorite dish. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. 6:30 p.m.: The Disabled American Veterans will have their monthly meeting on June 11th at 6:30 PM at the Hut on Ashe Park Rd. Military Funeral practice is at 5:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church invites you to their vacation Bible School June 10-15. Their theme is Take the Plunge. Sunday night classes will begin at 6:00 PM then Mon-Friday at 6:30 PM. Classes for all ages including adults. Friday night they will hold a commencement service with a cook-out. Pastor, Rev. Chris Cox and congregation welcome you! 6:45 p.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will begin VBS June 10 thru June 15. VBS will run June 11 thru June 15 at 6:45 p.m. nightly. Van transportation is available by calling at 3842548. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the con­ gregation invites everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek Community. 6:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. The VBS Team at Friendship invites you to attend. 6:30 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church invites you to their vacation Bible School June 10-15. Their theme is Take the Plunge. Sunday night classes will begin at 6:00 PM then Mon-Friday at 6:30 PM. Classes for all ages including adults. Friday night they will hold a commencement service with a cook-out. Pastor, Rev. Chris Cox and congregation welcome you! 6:45 p.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will begin VBS June 10 thru June 15. VBS will run June 11 thru June 15 at 6:45 p.m. nightly. Van transportation is available by calling at 3842548. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the con­ gregation invites everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek Community. Thursday June 14 7:30 a.m.: Cholesterol Screening at Mt. Hearts. Ashe County Health Events, Participants should fast 12 hours prior to test, but may drink water. Cost is $15. Appointments are necessary. Call to schedule at 846-0744. 11:30 a.m.: The Discipleship Ladies Bible Study will begin again on Thursday, June 14, 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 a.m.: High 2007. The group meets at the Country Christian Business Ashe Baptist Associational Men meets at Hollar & Greene Conference Room from 11:30 Produce Co. (Across from Mack until 12:30. Beth Moore's Brown's Auto Dealership) Topic: "Breaking Free" will be the "If Heaven is my Destination, study guide for the next series Where is my Focus??" Come of study. For more information and bring a friend as we fellow­ and to order your Bible Study ship together. For more infor­ Book call Linda Blackburn @ mation call (828) 964-8577 846-3596 or the Associational Office at 246-5631. Come join www.mtvernonchurch.org 5:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.: a discipleship study for ladies, Friendship Baptist Church This is open to the public.. announces that VBS will be 6 p.m.: Single Adults of the held. Monday -Wed. supper High Country! at 5:15 p.m. and classes at Join us for a Single Adult 6:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. The VBS Meet-n-Greet on Thursday, Team at Friendship invites you June 14th at 6:00pm at to attend. FaithBridge United Methodist 5:30 p.m.: New Cancer Church office complex. This time of fellowship just for sin­ Support Program. This group is open to all cancer survivors gles will also include a FREE and will offer opportunities to catered meal from Bandana's Restaurant of Boone! Our time share and create a sense of possibilities while going through together will include dinner, cancer treatment and beyond some get-to-know-you activi­ into survivorship. Come and ties, and a discussion about the connect with others who are on needs you perceive that single this journey, Class begins June adults in the High Country have 12th and meets the 2nd and and how we can address them. 4th Tuesdays of each month. Come and join in a time of good Doors open at 5 p.m. for infor­ wholesome fun, an opportunity mal sharing and opportunities to form new friendships, and to explore books and tapes a time of discernment about in the Resource Room. Group ministry for single adults in our lasts from 5:30 p.m.- 6:30 p.m. area. Led by Suzi Woodard, LPC. Please help us to prepare for Location: Cancer Resource the right number of people by Center at the Seby B. Jones making a dinner reservation Cancer Center. For more infor­ before 5pm on Tuesday, June mation about any of these pro­ 12th. To make your reserva­ grams, call the Seby B. Jones tion, call 828-295-8333. Also, Regional Cancer Center at please let us know if you need child care and ages of any (828) 262-4332. 6:30 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist children who will attend with Church invites you to their you. Fun activities for children vacation Bible School June with excellent adult supervision 10-15. Their theme is Take will be provided. FaithBridge the Plunge. Sunday night United Methodist Church's classes will begin at 6:00 PM office complex is located near then Mon-Friday at 6:30 PM. the intersection of Highway Classes for all ages including 321 and Aho Road, halfway adults. Friday night they will between Boone and Blowing hold a commencement service Rock. Simply turn onto Aho with a cook-out. Pastor, Rev. Road from Highway 321, then Chris Cox and congregation take a quick right onto the church property, following the welcome you! 6:45 p.m.: Landmark Baptist signs. The office complex is Church will begin VBS June in the brick house. FaithBridge 10 thru June 15. VBS will run UMC (Rev. Marianne Romanat, June 11 thru June 15 at 6:45 Pastor) offers an informal, nontraditional worship service on p.m. nightly. Van transportation is available by calling at 384- Sunday mornings at 11am 2548. The pastor Reverend at the Blowing Rock School Charlie McCoy and the con­ Auditorium on Sunset Drive in gregation invites everyone to Blowing Rock (the former loca­ attend. Landmark is located in tion of the Blowing Rock Stage Company). Dress is casual the Silas Creek Community. and child care is provided. Our community is encouraged to join us for contemporary music, 8:30 a.m.:The Retired School relevant messages, and "God Call Personnel will meet on at work"! Questions? Wednesday, June 13 at 8:30am 828-295-8333 or email info® at Winners Circle Restaurant faithbridgeumc.org. 6:30 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist for a breakfast meeting. A representative from Ashe Church invites you to their Memorial Hospital will be the vacation Bible School June guest speaker. We will also 10-15. Their theme is Take Sunday night be installing new officers. All the Plunge. retired school personnel are classes will begin at 6:00 PM invited to attend and enjoy the then Mon-Friday at 6:30 PM. fellowship of other school retir­ Classes for all ages including ees. Please come prepared adults. Friday night they will to make a contribution to our hold a commencement service American Cancer Society's with a cook-out. Pastor, Rev. Relay for Life Team. You may Chris Cox and congregation also purchase a luminary in welcome you! honor or in memory of some­ 6:45 p.m.: Landmark Baptist one who has been a cancer Church will begin VBS June 10 thru June 15. VBS will run patient. 5:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.: June 11 thru June 15 at 6:45 Friendship Baptist Church p.m. nightly. Van transportation announces that VBS will be is available by calling at 384held. Monday -Wed. supper 2548. The pastor Reverend at 5:15 p.m. and classes at Charlie McCoy and the con­ Tuesday June 12 Wednesday June 13 gregation invites everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek Community. p.m.: Blue Ridge 7 Opportunity Commission, Inc. (BROC) will hold its Annual Board Meeting with dinner beginning at 6:30 p.m. and meeting begining at 7 p.m. at the Fairplains Center on NC Hwy 18 North in North Wilkesboro. Items of business includes Annual Accomplishments of Programs, Elections of Officers, the "Miss CAG" and "Little Miss Princess" Pageant, recognition of the BROC Board of Directors and the great team of volunteers who make a difference every­ day for our programs. the Plunge. Sunday night classes will begin at 6:00 PM then Mon-Friday at 6:30 PM. Classes for all ages including adults. Friday night they will hold a commencement service with a cook-out. Pastor. Rev. Chris Cox and congregation welcome you! 6:45 p.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will begin VBS June 10 thru June 15. VBS will run June 11 thru June 15 at 6:45 p.m. nightly. Van transportation is available by calling at 3842548. The pastor Reverend Charlie McCoy and the con­ gregation invites everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek Community. Saturday June 16 Friday June 15 Jehovah's Witnesses will hold two 3-day "Follow the Christ" district conventions in Johnson City, Tenn. on June 15-17 and June 22-24, 2007 at Freedom Hall Civic Center. An estimated 8, 800 delegates from Western North Carolina, East Tennessee, Southeast Kentucky and Southwest Virginia are expect­ ed to attend. The public is invit­ ed and encouraged to attend. All sessions are free and no collections are taken. 8:30 a.m.: "Latino 101" - A workshop sponsored by the NC Council of Churches at West Jefferson United Methodist Church. Information on iden­ tity, culture, immigration issues and how Agencies and con­ gregations can be helpful. The class is limited to 50 peoples. Call to RSVP Nancy Kautz at 846-0781. 9 a.m.: 12 Gauge Skeet Shoot. Shoot what you bring. Sponsored by: New River Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department. This will be 2 rounds at a cost of $50 per shooter with a meel and two chances on the raffle gun. Prize money will be awarded for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd pace and best overall shooter. To enter the skeet shoot, please contact Rita Phipps at 336982-9452. Raffle tickets are $5 each and are being sold on a 12 gauge over/under shot­ gun. To purchase raffle tickets, please see any member of the New River Fire Department or Jehovah's Witnesses will hold two 3-day "Follow the Christ" district conventions in Johnson City, Tenn. on June 15-17 and June 22-24, 2007 at Freedom Hall Civic Center. An estimated 8, 800 delegates from Western North Carolina, East Tennessee, Southeast Kentucky and Southwest Virginia are expect­ ed to attend. The public is invit­ ed and encouraged to attend. All sessions are free and no collections are taken. 3 p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central. Ashe County Health Events, This is an opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. Checks are conducted from 3:00 pm until 4:30 pm. 5:30 p.m.: Join us for Vacation Bible School at Mt. Jefferson Presbyterian Church in down­ town West Jefferson, on June 15-17th. Dive deep into God's Word with us in the GREAT BIBLE REEF! Classes for chil­ dren ages 2 to16. Lessons & crafts & games & songs! Friday night at 5:30 p.m.: activi­ ties & dinner at the church. Please pre-register by calling or emailing the church office (846-7481 ,wjeffpres@skybest. com) before June 8th. Hope to see you there! 6:30 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church invites you to their vacation Bible School June 10-15. Their theme is Take contact Rita Phipps at 336982-9452. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Join us for Vacation Bible School at Mt. Jefferson Presbyterian Church in downtown West Jefferson, on June 15-17th. Dive deep into God's Word with us in the GREAT BIBLE REEF! Classes for children ages 2 to16. Lessons & crafts & games 6 songs! Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.: activities & lunch at West Jefferson School field. Please pre-register by calling or emailing the church office (846-7481, wjeffpres® skybest.com) before June 8th. Hope to see you there! 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.: Vacation Bible School at Peak Creek Presbyterian Church. 2055 Peak Creek Church Road, Laurel Springs, N.C. Faith Mountain "An Extreme Adventure With Jesus." 7 p.m.: Dalton Harmon, the Harmon Family and Southern Gospel of Virginia will be fea­ tured at a singing on Saturday, June 16, beginning at 7 p.m. at Valley Home Baptist Church on Three Top Road in Todd, NC. Sunday June 17 Wayne-Fest: Always the Third Sunday in June, Rain or Shine. Grayson Highlands State Park, Mouth of Wilson, Virigina. Music: Bluegrass, Old Time, Noted Guest Artists, Wayne Henderson and Friends. Guitar Competition: First place winner wins a hand crafted Henderson Guitar. Family Activities: Imaginative Children's activi­ ties and games, Food and Souvenir vendors, Picnickers and Campers welcome. Festival proceeds are used to provide music scholarships for young people to 21 years of age studying traditional acous­ tic Appalachian music. For more information visit www. waynehenderson.org. Jehovah's Witnesses will hold two 3-day "Follow the Christ" district conventions in Johnson City, Tenn. on June 15-17 and June 22-24, 2007 at Freedom Hall Civic Center. An estimated 8, 800 delegates from Western North Carolina, East Tennessee, Southeast Kentucky and Southwest Virginia are expect­ ed to attend. The public is invit­ ed and encouraged to attend. All sessions are free and no collections are taken. 9:45 a.m.: Join us forVacation Bible School at Mt. Jefferson Presbyterian Church in down­ town West Jefferson, on June 15-17th. Dive deep into God's Word with us in the GREAT BIBLE REEF! Classes for chil­ dren ages 2 to16. Lessons & crafts & games & songs! Sunday at 9:45a.m.: final activ­ ity during Sunday School, with closing during Worship. Please pre-register by calling or email­ ing the church office (8467481, wjeffpres@skybest.com) before June 8th. Hope to see you there! Noon: Grayson Highlands State Park Cultural Festival. $6 per car. Come out to Grayson Highlands State Park for an afternoon filled with music and story telling. Historical demonstrations will be held throughout the afternoon in the Homestead Area. Bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the afternoon. Featured Musicians: Fire in the Kitchen, Green Island Pickers, Fescue, and Homegrown. Featured Storytellers: Tracy Minton, Glenn Bolick, Orville Hicks, and Roald Kerby. For more information, contact the park office at (276) 579-7092. The family of Stella Miller Patrick appreciates the kindness and prayers shown during her recent death. Special thanks to Rev. Danny Dodds, Rev. Ken Morris and to the staff of Ashelawn. The Patrick Family High Country For Over 45 Years! Meadow Creek Shopping Center West Jefferson, NC www.currentchiro.com 336-846-5651 chiropractic acupuncture massage therapy When your neighbor calls, will you answer? Please say 'Yes' to Operation Round A Blue Ridge Electric representative may be calling soon to explain how you a needy neighbor simply by rounding up your monthly bill. When we call give us a moment to explain this program created specifically tt, help oar communities. If you do, we feel certain you'll say "Round me up!' Your membership matters. DON'T 'Yes' at the Annual Meeting Sign up from 8 -10 am (Prior to 10 am Business Session) Ashe County High School June 9,2007 ' YES! \ Round Me Up! 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Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 (We accept personal check, Visa or Master Card) Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 e-mail: classified® jeffersonpost.com Web: www.jeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANK YOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER'S NOTICE: All real estate advertising In this newspaper Is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes It Illegal to advertise any preferences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex. handicap, financial status or national origin Includes children un-, der the age ot lb living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women t people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate which Is In violation ot the law. Our readers are here by Informed lhal all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing Impaired Is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 Lost Cat: Black Male, longhaired, missing from the Fleetwood area. Answers to Baby. Broken foot being treat­ ed. Belongs to a physi­ cally handicapped lady who misses him great­ ly. Reward offered for his return. 877-2924. 140-Help Wanted Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifiedsl Enterline & Russell Builders is seeking Carpenters & Helpers for projects in Watauga, Ashe and Avery Counties. Benefits include: •Health Insurance •Paid Holidays •401K Savings Plan Apply at office in Blowing Rock. 828-295-9568 Shop The Classifieds. 140-Help Wanted 140-Help Wanted COMMUNITY SUPPORT POSITIONS REGISTERED NURSE ASHE HOME HEALTH with New River Behavioral HealthCare. Open until filled. FT/PT High Country Health Care System has an opening for a full time Registered Nurse to serve Ashe County. 34 positions available In the following counties: Alleghany, Ashe, Avery. Watauga and Wilkes. Duties include: Community support services provided in non-office setting. Work will be with child and adult consumers who are diagnosed with MH/DD/SA to assist them in improving interpersonal and community coping skills. Some travel required. Minimum requirements: Graduation from high school or equivalent and one year experience in providing support services to MH/DD/SA consumers or Associate's degree in Human Services field and 6 month practicum. Usual schedule: Mon - Fri 8-5, flexibility required for evening and weekend hours. Typical-hiring range: $19,956-$27,024. Submit state application with counties listed In order of preference to work In and copy of school transcript to: Ashe County Employment Security Commission, 626 Ashe Central School Rd., Unit 5, Jefferson, NC 28640. Criminal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE Deerfleld Ridge Assisted Living is growing! We are hiring housekeepers FT and PT. Benefits available. Apply in person: 287 Bamboo Rd, Boone, NC. 828-264-0336 EARN EXTRA MONEY Deliver large quantity only, phone books for businesses in the West Jefferson area. Must be 18 years or older, Have valid drivers license and insurance. Must deliver during normal business hours. Job available early June. 336-315-1901 J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 Join a Winning Teaml Deerfield Ridge Assisted Living is hiring Med Techs, and CNA's - all shifts. PT and FT. Benefits available. Please fax resume to: 828-264-0338 or apply in person at: 287 Bamboo Rd. Boone, NC 828-264-0336. NEEDED: RN, LPN OR CNA to give weekly injections to 46 year old male in Ashe County. Call for details 828-406-4539 NURSING ASSISTANT NEEDED 15 hours per week. Experience required. Fax resume to 336-846-7900 TRUCK DRIVER TRAINING Get a Better Job a Better Career a Better Life Earn top-pay Wilkes Community College/SAGE Technical Services Offer Small Classes One-on-one training, Applicants must have a current NC RN License and a minimum of one year of nursing experience. Applicant should have excellent assessment skills, good time management, and the ability to work independently. Must be a team player and self-motivated. Reliable transportation required. Mail or fax your resume to: Carole Maulden High Country Health Care System 400 Shadowline Drive, Suite 100-B Boone, NC 28607 Fax: (828)264-9154 State-licensed, JCAHO and Medicare/Medicaid certified: EEO and ADA employer. Work In fun, high energy environment: 260-Garage/Yard Sales 2003 GMC Envoy SL. YARD SALES 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 Copy along with payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tues. paper No later then -Fri. 9 am Fri. paper - No later then -Wed. 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. 290-Horses & Livestock For Sale: 8 acres of hay. You cut and bale. $1.00 per bale. Glendale Springs area. 336-982-8543 PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 300- 235-Christmas Trees WANTED: 260-Garage/Yard Sales HUGE 5 FAMILY YARD SALE FRI, JUNES 7 AM - 5 PM SAT, JUNE 9 7 AM-1PM Books, baby clothes, (birth to 24 mos.) & toys, household items, lots of womens clothing, and much more! Location: Turn an Heritage Dodge onto Buck Mountain Circle, go 1 mile, left onto Beaver Drive, 1st right on Green Hill Drive. KITS Are available at the Jefferson Post for purchase. Each kit includes: 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only $5.95 each ONE STUDENT PERTRUCK Lifetime Job Placement Nationwide 5-Week Training 3 beagle mix puppies (2 male, 1 female). These little fuzzballs are about 7-8 weeks old now and they're all looking for homes. They're sweet and cud­ dly puppies. They're not extremely active dogs and will be about 25-30 lbs. when fullgrown. Call us at 336-372-8744 or visit us on the web at alleghany.petfinder.com. Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information For Sale: AKC Golden Retriever puppies. 1st shots, wormed, 7 wks, 1 male, 1 female left. Parents on site. $250 ea. 336-384-3507 PeeWee is a 2-3 year old, male black lab mix. He is a friendly boy who likes people and attention. He likes to be the boss dog and would be OK with other dogs as long as they were submissive. PeeWee has a sponsor who will pay for his shots & neuter surgery upon his adoption! Call us at 336-372-8744 or visit us on the web at alleghany.petfinder.com. Consider having your pet spayed or neutered. (behind-the-wheel and classroom) 94,500 (highway) miles. 4WD. New tires & brakes. Body great condition, dark blue, leather, sunroof, PDL, PB, PW. $12,500 OBO. Call 336 846-1657, Jonathan Jordan Advertise your yard sale in this space. Manager/supervisor Miscellaneous position available for BUYING OR group homes in SELLING? West Jefferson, NC. BANK ON THE Responsibilities JEFFERSON POST include: supervision of CLASSIFIEDS. up to 16 staff and operations of two group For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. homes for adults with Shotgun Reloading special needs. Press. 20 GA. $75 RHA Health Services, Call 336-877-0159 Inc. is a large and growing, non-profit The Jefferson Post company offering a has FREE range of services for wooden pallets. people with Just come by developmental and pick them up. disabilities. RHA is known for providing 310-Musical high quality services, excellent staff training LOCALLY and opportunities for HANDMADE advancement. We offer MANDOLINS AND a competitive salary, GUITARS. excellent benefits REPAIRS ON ANY package, tuition STRING reimbursement and INSTRUMENTS. 403b plan. CALL EARL MORETZ Qualifications: AT 336-877-5828 Supervisory •3 -J M M.*n:JM: : [imi experience, driver's We lease Pianos. license and flexible New & Used Grands. work schedule. We buy. sell, tune, Experience with move, refinish & persons with rebuild pianos. disabilities preferred. Acme - Piano Man Apply in person at 800-745-3950 176 Wildcat Rd, Deep Gap, NC 28618 330-Pets or call 828-262-5450. Entire fields, large or small, Fraser Fir Christmas Trees. Willing to assume ail maintenance. Call 276-579-7733. 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 330-Pets 330-Pets Gracie is a middleaged. gray & white DMH cat. She appears to have been in some rough parts of town due to some bite marks on her head and some scuffs on her ears. She's a sweet girl who likes being petted and will purr when you pet her. She'd be a good inside/outside cat once she is spayed. Call us at 336-372-8744 or visit us on the web at alleghany.petfinder.com PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. Remember your dad on Father's Day. Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! Call 8467164 Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! 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Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 Apts., Houses For Rent 4 bedroom, 1 bath house for rent. With appliances, 10 minutes from West Jefferson, Claybank community. $450 monthly plus $400 deposit. References required. No pets. Phone (336) 846-7384. 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent 5 Room Farm House- FOR QUICK RESULTS! 2 baths, large yard. NO PETS. $550 Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our "for rent" sections. Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 security deposit, $550 per mo. Call 384-3913. Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson. NC 'One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments 'Handicapped accessible 'Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available inn For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 Little Classifieds... BIG RESULTS! 440-Offices, Bldgs., For Rent/Lease or Sale Commercial Buildings for rent. West Jefferson, 3500 sq ft, all or 1/2. Lansing -1100 sq ft. Call for details, 561-750-7512 Call 336-846-7164 to place your business ad on the High Country Business Services Directory! Book Publisher Has Two Editorial Positions Available McFarland & Company, Inc., an international reference and scholarly book pub­ lisher in Jefferson, N.C., has two fulltime editorial positions available. Each is a fiilltime, multifaceted job, involving editing, proofreading, author rela­ tions, and editorial department administrative duties. A four year college degree (any subject) is required. Psychological maturity, "people skills" and a flair for language are major pluses. Good computer skills are needed. Testing is required. McFarland benefits include a calm supportive work environment, two weeks paid vacation (stepped up with longevity), standard holidays, a superior retirement plan, an insurance package that includes medical and dental as well as short and long term dis­ ability along with long term care, maternity/paternity leaves, a subsidized lunch program and other benefits. There is an annual review for raises and bonuses. Apply by June 8, 2007, at the Employment Security Commission only NEW EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT WILKES COMMUNITY COLLEGE POSITIONS ARE OPEN UNTIL FILLED. REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS WILL BEGIN JUNE 8 Development Technician/Administrative Assistant is responsible for data entry and implementation of the college's Donor2/prospect database, which includes receipt of monies, deposit, daily gift entry, reports and mailings. The position will assist the Director of Development and others in support of donor/prospect profiles for donor cultivation; direct-mail solicitations; marketing programs; annual support; grants, capital and other campaigns and fundraising events and, as appropriate, assists others at the college in the use of the Donor2 program. The Development Technician / Administrative Assistant will provide data reports and analyses of Donor2 data to assist with tracking fundraising efforts. Client and Volunteer Development Specialist works with clients in booking facilities and provides communications to necessary personnel to ensure functions are successfully executed. This includes creating contracts, database management, budget, ensuring functions are in compliance with state ABC guidelines, proactive development of banquet and hospitality services, and maintaining event calendars. The position coordinates all WCC volunteers. The volunteer program includes recruitment, retention and reward. This includes planning and managing individual and group volunteer activities for the college, endowment activities, and festivals. The Client and Volunteer Development Specialist enthusiastically promotes the volunteer program. Events Artist Relations-Production Manager/Instructor is responsible for leading the efforts of the programming team in all aspects of artist relations and associated production needs, including all contracts and booking logistics for development office events. This includes Walker Center Events, School Events, development office events, and festivals. The position is also responsible for artists and production budgets and oversees timeline and production equipment maintenance and reports to the Senior Director of Events/Hospitality. The Events Artist Relations - Production Manager/Instructor may be assigned to teach one or more classes in a related field. CDL and ready to work In 6 weeks Financial assistance available to those who qualify CALL NOW (336)838-6509 LEARN TO nmvi ALLIANCE CERTIFIED DIETARY MANAGER Nursing facility seeking a qualified individual to manage dietary services for health care facility caring for geriatric residents. Must be certified or eligible for certification! TRACTOR -TRAILER TRAINING CENTERS " FULL & PART-TIME ^ CLASSES • CDL TRAINING • • FINANCING • AVAILABLE • JOB PLACEMENT • Events Production Technician reports to Events Artist Relations and is responsible for technical production at WCC development sponsored events. This includes Walker Center Events, School Events, development office events, and festivals. The position will work in advancing all shows, maintaining and renting technical equipment, contracting labor, and working within budgeted guidelines Events Sponsorship/Marketing Specialist will be responsible for all WCC development events and festivals sponsorship, and with the Director of WCC Marketing, developing and implementing a marketing plan for all events which includes, building brand recognition, publicity, advertising, press, archives, and associated budget items. The successful candidate must have proven skills in sales and sponsorships acquisition and marketing and will report to the Senior Director of Events/Hospitality. Apply in person at Britthaven of Wilkesboro 1016 Fletcher Street • Wilkesboro, NC 28697 EOE/AAE ALLIANCE Wytheville, Virginia SStl&Wl it 1-800-334-1203 www.alliancttractortrail9r.com For additional details, contact www.wilkescc.edu and click on jobs or contact Office of Human Resources �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 11 TUESDAY, JUNE 5, 2007 Classifieds 490-Houses/ Apts. for Sale 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 500-Mobile Homes for Sale Let ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? FREEDOM HOMES Check out the ads in the Classified section. Home for sale in Glendale Springs, 2 Bedrooms, 2 large baths. Excellent potential for adding on - triple carport, 1/2 basement- heated with 12 foot ceilings, for drop down ceiling. 2 acres, small creek and outbuilding, paved drive, large level front yard. 336-982-9174 JUST ARRIVED NEW MUST SEE TO BE­ LIEVE 1600 SQ FT HOME AT FREEDOM HOMESWILKESBORO!! Large Master BDR and Bath Room, Large Kitchen, Living Room, Large Utility Room, 2nd and 3rd Bedrooms. Plus Other Options. Priced to Fit Your Budget, Limited Edition Only. Call DS Prevette 973-2335 or 981-6368. 500-Moblle Homes for Sale 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 NEW HOME WITH All improve­ ments: Landscaped Yard, Concrete Front Covered Porch, Big Back Deck. Must move Now $87,900.00 Will Finance. Call DS Prevette at 973-2335 or 981-6368, LAND! Classifieds Work! The Jefferson Post 846-7164 be your I st choice! Shop here before you buy. Modulars, Doublewides or Singlewides. We can do land home packages in your area. Call 336-973-2335. Ask for Big George. Check Out the Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers 510-Moblle Home Lots for Sale IT'S TIME YOU own your own home! Credit Problems is not a problem, Let Me Help! Land Home Packages in your area. I also have lot models with large savings. Call Big George, 336-973-2335. 530-Lots & Acreage 1195-Legals 1115Professionals Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. Local Graphic Design Company Offering * Logo Design * Camera Ready Advertising * Set-up of Brochures, Business Cards. Pamphlets & Flyers Accomodating all your design needs. Contact 1115Professionals FOR HIRE Let trie help i/on to create unique logos, brochures, business cards, booklets and camera ready ads. High-end quality at reasonable rates. No job too big or too small. BlueMoon Graphx Deb Holder-Caine at 336-977-2113 1195-Legals The Glendale Springs VFD will hold a public meeting Monday, pm. The purpose is to consider increasing our fire tax from .022 to .030. The residents of the For more information, please call Firefly Graphx at 336-982-5145 or email on June 11, 2007 at 7:00 Glendale Springs Fire District are invited to attend and NQTICEIQ CREDITORS Having a qualified as Administratrix of the estate of Faye Irene Lester, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present the same to the undersigned to Ms. Tracie M. Jordan, cJo Jordan Law Offices. PLLC, P.O. Box 744, Jefferson, North Car­ olina 28640, on or before the 27th day of August, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate are requested to make mmediate payment to the undersigned. comment. Friends Don't Let Friends Drive Drunk! lircflfiainoe&inilioo.com This 23rd day of May, 2007. Tracie M. Jordan B3-CLASSIC WEDDINGS Appleseed Weddings Affordable Ikwratcd Weddlnq Candelabra Rentals "Large Select km" Silk llim-crs and Greenery Delivery, Set-up and Pick-up Call for Appointment 336-982-9725 • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation • Plumbing/Electrical Seasonal Opening & Closing All types of repairs and maintenance for your home or business. All calls returned. Maintenance Contracts by request, Darlene Little dandglittle@skybest.com , ASHE COUNTY ROOFINC £S Vvurs l .rju'rii'iiec l.iceiiscd in \orlh Carolina Install roofing of all kinds Hoof Fainting Quality Home Repairs YA • Insured Ac AM. Work Guaranteed Herb Mckittrick Cell: 336-977-1455 V 336-384-9192 1195-Legals 805.0001020 07-SP-60 Having qualified as Administratrix of the Estate of Robert Johnson Siuder, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons hav­ ing claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 5741 Three Top Rd, Todd. NC 28684 on or before the 22nd day of August, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the under­ signed. 4005060438 undersigned Substitute Trustee will place for sale, at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at Ashe County Courthouse, in Jefferson, North Caroli­ na at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, June 12. 2007, that parcel of land, including im­ provements thereon, situated, lying and be­ ing in the City of West Jefferson, County of Ashe, State of North Carolina, and being more particularly de­ scribed as follows: This the 14th day of May, 2007. Mildred Siuder Administratrix for the Estate of Robert Johnson Siuder Plan now for your Yard Sale and advertise in The Jefferson Post. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S PROPERTY UNDER AND BY VIR­ TUE of the power and authority contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed and de­ livered by Jeffery Riley, a married man, dated August 4, 2006 and re­ corded in the Offioe of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina, recorded on August 4, 2006, in Book 351 at Page 958; and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness secured thereby and failure to carry out and perform the stipulations and agreements contained therein and, pursuant to demand of the own­ er and holder of the in­ debtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, the > TAR LAWN SERVICES HOME REPAIRS Classic' 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS 1195-Legals STATE of NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY of ASHE Rr LAWN CARE Northwest Lawn Care, Inc. Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and part time residents of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. "Since 1989" Thomas Reed - Owner 336-246-3434 445 Wade Vannoy Dr. • West Jefferson, NC/ HTLAWN WOWING Total Lawn Care GRASS CUTTING AND TRIMMING BBB BUSHHOGGING r SMALL BACKHOE Call me for any project! FREE ESTIMATES!! TERRY SAUNDERS ROOP'S ROOFING This deed is subject to all of the restric- ROOFING Appalachian Roofing Co. H&J Lawn Services Lot Maintenance ^ Minor Landscaping FREE ESTIMATES Senior Citizens Discounts Serving Ashe & Alleghany Counties Serving Wilkes and Surrounding Counties FREE ESTIMATES 34S4 Hwy 1S N • Grass, Creek. NC 28631 North Wilkesboro 336-982-4651 V 336-385-8563 336-670-3554 IP* TREE SERVICE f BOB'S TREE SERVICE OTpl 336-877-1014 \JTJ AND K HOMK IMPROVEMENT LOT NO. 862 of Blue Ridge Manor, Ashe Lake Section, as shown on a plat of said subdivision; of record in the Ashe County Public Regis­ try in Plat Book No. 2, at page 201, to which recorded plat refer­ ence is hereby made for a metes and bounds description of said lot. Gr TELEVISION CENTER J Serving the High Country "Fully Insured" •Tree Trimming All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs • Dump Truck • Clearing Lots • FREE ESTIMATES 780 Anderson Hill Rd.• Lansing, NC] Cell: 977-2978 Home; 384-4978, f p nc Stop {,r?at inr rv,|\ Authorized Technicians On Board 30 Plus Years Experience 982-3335 DISPOSAL SERVICES W-MDNME DISPOSAL SERVICES Bradley W. Mclntyre • Owner • Residential Pick up Service • $40.00 Quarterly • Special Pick up Service Available 'DEPENDA BLE AND PROMPT SERVICE " is OUR MOTTO! Serving Ashe, Avery & Watauga • Call 828-773-2805 today and get your disposal removal tomorrow! Industrial • Commercial • Residential (PAD** * ZHDXIOAF<££LCR. & Contracting Co. 336-877-5010 ^ Where Quality is a Tradition All Work Guaranteed / Licensed. Bonded & Insured B3T GRAPHIC DESIGN ' Business Curds YYoone Grading Co., Inc i Job Too Small Too Large! pL irt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds ind Clearing • Road Building ptic Systems • Basements • Footers LICENSED & INSURED FREE ESTIMATES C ontact Robert Holman Office: 828-963-4069 Fax: 828-963-8610 Cell; 828-773-6736 fountain Field Excavating & Hauling No JOB Too SMALL! You HAVE THE JOB...WE HAVE THE EQUIPMENT! Homesites Spring Work • Lot Clearing 'Basement/Footers • Ponds • Ditching • Driveways • Gravel. Mulch, Dirt Michael Pennington 336-385-2346 Mobile: 336-977-1312 • Logos X <EXCAVATIN< • Brochures • Camera Ready Ads Deb Holder ("nine 336.977 2113 ksv RF.MODF.LIA'G/CARPF.NTRY 1 OOLS ON WHEELS RJ CAIM; • Remodel Jobs •Decks •Additions 336-977-2112 Repairs & Maintenance 336-384-4352 �PAGE 12 TUESDAY, JUNE 5, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals tlons, covenants, and affirmative obliga­ tions sat forth in a declaration of a Re­ striction Agreement for this subdivision, which is of record in the Ashe County Pub­ lic Registry in Book U-4, at pages 335-337, which recorded to instrument reference is hereby made for a specific recital of said restrictions, cove­ nants, and affirmative obligations. Catawba Valley Bank a deed from Paul R. division of First Nation­ Bare and wife, Wanda al Bank United the W. Bare to Dale Bare and holder of the indebted­ Russell ness secured by said wife, Kathy G. Bare Deed of Trust, the as recorded in Deed undersigned Substitute Book 203, page 1985Trustee will place for 1986. sale, at public auction, to the highest bidder There Is also con­ for cash at the usual veyed that the same place of sale at Ashe easement of right-ofCounty Courthouse, in way as described in Jefferson, North Caroli­ Deed from Paul R. na, on Tuesday, June Bare and Wanda W. This deed is also sub­ ject to those ease­ ments as excepted and reserved in deed recorded In Book P-5, page 309, Ashe Coun­ ty Registry. Address of property: 364 Beaver Creek Drive, West Jefferson, NC 28694 Present Record Own­ ers: Jeffery Riley The terms of the sale are that the real prop­ erty hereinbefore de­ scribed will be sold for cash to the highest bidder. The Substitute Trustee reserves the right to require a cash deposit or a certified check not to exceed the greater of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00). In the event that the Own­ er and Holder is ex­ empt from paying the same, the successful bidder may also be re­ quired to pay revenue stamps on the Trust­ ee's Deed, any Land Transfer Tax, and the tax required by N.C.G.S. §7A-308 (a) (1). The real property herei­ nabove described is being offered for sale "AS IS, WHERE IS" and will be sold subject to all superior liens, un­ paid taxes, and special assessments. Other conditions will be an­ nounced at the sale. The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids as by law required. If the Trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any rea­ son, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the return of the deposit. Reasons of such inabil­ ity to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankrupt­ cy petition prior to the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the Trust­ ee^). If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Trust­ ee^), in their sole dis­ cretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Dated: May 15, 2007 Kellam & Pettit, PA. Substitute Trustee (704) 442-9500 887.0000008 07-SP-63 NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE'S FORECLOSURE PROPERTY UNDER AND BY VIR­ TUE of the power and authority contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed and delivered by Dale Bare and Kathy Bare, dated January 4, 2006 and recorded on January 4, 2006 in Book 00340 at Page 1586 in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina; and because of default in the payment of the indebtedness secured thereby and failure to perform the stipulations and agreements con­ tained therein and, pursuant to demand of 1195-Legals 12, 2007 at 10:00 o'clock a.m. that par­ cel of land, including improvements thereon, situated, lying and being in the City of West Jefferson, County of Ashe, State of North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: BEING ALL OF the Dale Russell Bare and wife, Kathy G. Bare property as de­ scribed in Deed Book 185, at pages 16621663 and Deed Book 198, at pages 463466; said Bare prop­ erties being a portion of Lot 4 as shown on a plat of the T.J. Bare Heirs property as recorded in Plat Book 3, page 104 (Env. 186A); Being bound­ ed on the northwest by Lot 3 as shown on said plat of the T.J. Bare heirs property; bounded on the Northeast and South­ east by the northeast­ ern and southeastern lines of said Dale Russell Bare and wife, Kathy G. Bare property; and being bounded on the southwest by the right-of-way of NC Highway 163; being more particularly described as: BEGINNING on a rod found, said rod the western most corner of said Dale Russell Bare and wife, Kathy G. Bare property; thence with the north­ western line of said Bare property N.31 deg. 25' 33"E., passing over a _ inch rebar found by a marked fence post at 118:82 feet for a total distance of 294.87 feet to a _ inch rebar found, said rebar the northwestern corner of said Bare property; thence with the north­ ern and eastern lines of said Bare property, three courses, 1)S.T7 deg. 00'00'E. 158.77 feet to a _ inch rebar set, replacing a rebar which was removed, 2) thence S. 06 deg. 54'50"W. 245.57 feet to a _ inch rebar set on the eastern side of a paved driveway, replacing a rebar which was removed. 3) thence S. 38 deg. 18'15'W. 165.27 feet to a _ inch rebar found 30 feet from the centerline of NC Hwy. 163, said rebar In the southwestern line of said Bare property; thence with said southwestern line, said line descri­ bed as being with the northern right-of-way of NC Hwy. 163, N. 48 deg. 15 45" W. 236.49 feet to the BEGIN­ NING, containing 1.75 acres, as calculated by coordinated geom­ etry, from field data gathered by Phipps surveying, P.O. Box 360, Jefferson, NC 28640-0360, (919)2464887, NCRLS 2957, dated October 8, 1993, and updated December 15, 1994, all bearings relative to an assumed bearing of N.31 deg. 26'30"E. between the beginning rod found and a 1 inch pipe found at the northern most corner of said Lot 4 as shown on a plat of the T.J. Bare Heirs property. Bare to Dale Russell Bare and wife, Kathy G. Bare as recorded in Deed Book 185, page 1662, said rightof-way for the specific purpose of the construction and periodic maintenance of septic system and drain field lines. The above described 1.75 acre parcel being subject to all those easements of rightsof-way as described in said deeds to Dale Russell Bare and wife, Kathy C. Bare. Also subject to additional easements of rights-of-way as described in Deed from Dale Russell Bare and wife, Kathy G. Bare to Paul R. Bare and wife, Wanda W. Bare, 198-467; and subject to utility easements to Skyline Telephone, 187-907; and to BREMCO, 1941551 and 199-2315. Address of property: 7877 Hwy 163, West Jefferson. NC 28694 1195-Legals 1195-Legals NORTH CAROLINA CALDWELL COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DIVISION FILE NO. 07 CVD 621 FRANK ALEXANDER HOLSCLAW, JR., Plaintiff, vs. RACHAEL HOLSCLAW, Defendant GREER NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION TO: RACHAEL GREER HOLSCLAW Please take notice that a pleading seeking re­ lief against you has been filed in the above entitled action. The na­ ture of the relief being sought is as follows: An absolute divorce from you base on twelve (12) months separation. You are required to make defense to such pleading not later than the 15th day of July, 2007, and upon your failure to do so the par­ ty seeking service against you will apply to the court for the re­ lief sought. This the 30th "day of May 2007. 1195-Legals BEGINNING on a point in the centerline of N.C. Hwy 163, said point being the southwestern corner of the herein descri­ bed property, thence N. 43-27-03E.. pass­ ing over a inch re­ bar set at 26.45 feet, for a total distance of 227.53 feet to a _ inch rebar set, said rebar being the northwest­ ern corner of said herein described property; thence S. 63-55-32 E. 158.22 feet to a _ inch rebar set, said rebar being the northeast­ ern corner of said herein described property; thence S. 44-41-33 W.. passing over a _ inch rebar set at 252.47 feet, for a total distance of 272.25 feet to a point In the centerline of said N.C. Hwy 163, said point being the southeastern corner of said herein descri­ bed property; thence with the centerline of said N.C. Hwy 163, N. 47-34-20 W. 145.12 feet to the BEGINNING, contain­ ing 0.847 acres as calculated by coordi­ nate geometry, from field data gathered by The Thomas Herman Company, P.O. Box 519, Jefferson, N.C. 28640-0519 (910) 2463352, NCRLS L-2633, dated Oct. 16,1996. There is also con­ veyed that the same easement of right-ofway as described in Richard P. McNeely Substitute Trustee PMB 288, 8206-1200 Providence Road Charlotte, NC 282779708 Wanda M. Bare prop­ erty as described in Deed Book T-5, page 81; Being more par­ ticularly described as: but are not limited to, the filing of a bankrupt­ cy petition prior to the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the Trust- LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND 423-727-5113 S K F O R M O R E . For more information aJbout the importance of arts education, please contact www.AmericansForTheArts.orgr. ISJ O R T H C A R O L I N A 1-8QO-VISIT NC •j, Discover the state you 're in. WWW.VISITNC.COM. A Perfect Year Round Gift! Stay informed with news from Ashe County! Fill out the form below and mail with payment to: Jefferson Post Circulation Department • PO Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Cifl (Subscription for... In Ashe County Name. • $36.00 Address t • $33.00 Out-of-County (All) A Gift from: $46.50 K It's the NUMBER ONE cancer killer. ] Seniors In Ashe Co. City. ESTATE A I C T I O IV NO MORE LUNG CANCER hmgcancoraflUinco.org at TilK A W ATKINS KSTATK' THllRS. JUNE 7, 2007 @ 4:00 PM 141 Camden Rd MILLERS CREEK, NC Ashe County Worship (enter 4 ... .^ v at 863 Ray Taylor Road! in West Jefferson SUNDAY SERVICES Worship and Childrens Ministry 7:00PM 'Antiques - Silver* *170 pc. Dickens village Collection* WEDNESDAY SERVICES Sunday School 10:00AM Praise & Worship • 10:30AM Worship Service 11:00AM MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY A Richard P. McNeely Substitute Trustee PMB 288, 8206-1200 Providence Road Charlotte. NC 282779708 (704)341-2002 Come join Our Family (704) 442-9500 WANT TO BUY This the 15th day of May. 2007. A R T . This above-described Michael P. Baumberger TRACT II is SUBJECT TO that certain Deed Present Record Own­ Attorney for the Plaintiff ers: Dale Bare 108 Mulberry Street, of Trust as recorded in Deed Book 311, at and Kathy Bare NW pages 213-228, Ashe Post Office Box 1644 County Registry, in The terms of the sale Lenoir, NC 28645 favor of GMAC Mort­ are that the real prop­ Ph: 828-754-2496 gage Corporation, erty hereinbefore de­ dated 02/19/2004, scribed will be sold for June 5, 12, 19 said document incor­ cash to the highest porated by reference bidder. The Substitute 887.0000009 as though fully set Trustee reserves the 07-SP-62 out herein. right to require a cash deposit or a certified NOTICE OF check not to exceed Address of property: the greater of five 7925 Hwy 163, West TRUSTEE'? percent (5%) of the Jefferson, NC 28694 amount of the bid or SALE OF REAL Seven Hundred Fifty Present Record Own­ Dollars ($750.00). In ers: Dale Bare the event that the Hold­ UNDER AND BY VIR­ and Kathy Bare er is exempt from TUE of the power and paying the same, the authority contained in The terms of the sale successful bidder may that certain Deed of are that the real prop­ also be required to pay Trust executed and de­ erty hereinbefore de­ revenue stamps on the livered by Dale Bare scribed will be sold for Trustee's Deed, any and Kathy Bare, dated cash to the highest Land Transfer Tax, and January 4, 2006 and bidder. The Substitute the tax required by recorded on January 4, Trustee reserves the N.C.G.S. § 7A- 2006 in Book 00340 at right to require a cash Page 1604 in the Office deposit or a certified 308(a)(1). of the Register of check not to exceed The real property herei­ Deeds of Ashe County, the greater of five nabove described is North Carolina; and be­ percent (5%) of the being offered for sale cause of default in the amount of the bid or "AS IS, WHERE IS" payment of the indeb­ Seven Hundred Fifty and will be sold subject tedness secured there­ Dollars ($750.00). In to all superior liens, un­ by and failure to carry the event that the paid taxes, and special out and perform the Holder is exempt from assessments. Other stipulations and agree­ paying the same, the contained successful bidder may conditions will be ments announced at the sale. therein and, pursuant also be required to pay The sale will be held to demand of Catawba revenue stamps on the open for ten (10) days Valley Bank a division Trustee's Deed, any for upset bids as by law of First National Bank Land Transfer Tax, United the holder of the and the tax required required. indebtedness secured by N.C.G.S. § 7AIf the Trustee is unable by said Deed of Trust, 308(a)(1). undersigned to convey title to this the property for any rea­ Substitute Trustee will The real property herei­ son, the sole remedy of place for sale, at public nabove described is the purchaser is the auction, to the highest being offered for sale return of the deposit. bidder for cash at the "AS IS, WHERE IS" Reasons of such inabil­ usual place of sale and will be sold subject Ashe County to all superior liens, un­ ity to convey include, at but are not limited to, Courthouse, in Jeffer­ paid taxes, and special the filing of a bankrupt­ son, North Carolina, on assessments. Other 12, conditions will be an­ cy petition prior to the Tuesday, June sale and reinstatement 2007 at 10:00 o'clock nounced at the sale. that parcel The sale will be held of the loan without the a.m. land, including open for ten (10) days knowledge of the Trust­ of ee^). If the validity of improvements thereon, for upset bids as by law lying and required. the sale is challenged situated, by any party, the Trust­ being in the City of ee^), in their sole dis­ West Jefferson, County If the Trustee is unable cretion, If they believe of Ashe, State of North to convey title to this the challenge to have Carolina, and being property for any rea­ particularly son, the sole remedy of merit, may declare the more sale to be void and described as follows: the purchaser is the return the deposit. The return of the deposit. purchaser will have no Being a portion of the Reasons of such inabil­ Paul R. Bare and wife, ity to convey include, further remedy. This the 15th day of May, 2007. ee(s). If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Trust­ ee^). in their sole dis­ cretion. if they believe the challenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be vojd and re­ turn the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. fKr1"0 Pastor Chuek Call 336-846-1189 * Furniture Collectibles* * Glassware * Terms: Cash or Approved Check - Day of Sale - 10% Buyer's Premium. Directions: (From Hwy 421-By Pass-North Wilkesboro, NC ) Take Hwy 16 North, approximately 5 miles to Millers Creek. NC - Turn left on Camden Road - 200 feet to Sale Site - Signs Posted (336) 789-2926 www.rogersrealty.com Bracky Rogers, Sales Mgr. NCAL #685 ] �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, JUNE 5, 2007 PAGE 13 COMMUNITY NEWS 'Latino 101' to offer community resources TU AM/t --_ 1* There are many people in the pews of North Carolina churches or working for lo­ cal human service organiza­ tions who want to be helpful to their Hispanic neighbors, but most aren't sure where to start. "Latino 101" is designed to provide some answers. "Latino 101", a workshop sponsored by the North Caro­ lina council of Churches, will be offered at West Jefferson United Methodist Church in West Jefferson on June 15th from 8:30 a.m.- noon. Funded by the Duke Endowment, it is one of a series of such events that are being held in rural areas of the state with high concentrations of Hispanics. Rev. Denise Long, Program Associate with the North Carolina Council of Churches, and Nancy Kautz, Commu­ nity Outreach Coordinator at Ashe Memorial Hospital, will be joined by local Latino advo­ cates and service providers in offering information on Latino identity and culture, immigra­ tion issues, and how non-Lati­ no congregations and agencies can be welcoming and helpful. "North Carolina has seen the fastest growth in Latino residents in the nation over the last 10 years", Long said. "They come here for economic reasons. We see them working in transportation, construc­ tion and service industries, or as farm or Christmas tree workers. There is a common misperception that immi­ grants are a drain on taxpay­ ers and contribute nothing to the economy or their com­ munities. However, Latinos in our state generated $756 mil­ lion in tax revenue in 2004, contributed about $9 billion to the state economy through purchases and taxes, and spent enough money to cre­ ate about 89,000 jobs. North Carolina growers couldn't do • J1 A J1 «« a without them, and businesses are tripping over one another to offer them products and services. Unfortunately, Lati­ nos living here still face hos­ tility and some really nasty anti-immigrant sentiment. It is important that we try to get rid of false stereotypes and be­ come a more welcoming com­ munity." Many non-Latino congre­ gations want to find ways to show hospitality to their new neighbors but need ideas, in­ formation, or a way to network with each other. Employees at hospitals, human service agen­ cies, and schools find that they are dealing with increasing numbers of Hispanic patients, clients, and students. "Here in Ashe County at the peak of the growing season 12% of the population is Hispanic and will be doing business with stores, banks, and health and human service organizations", says Nancy Kautz, Commu­ nity Outreach Coordinator for Ashe Memorial Hospital. "La­ tino 101" stresses the impor­ tance of sensitivity to cultural differences in all outreach and ministry efforts. Resources will be offered on specific ways to help overcome these ob­ stacles. For instance, churches can provide evening English classes, after-school tutoring, transportation to health care providers, health fairs, and other services. All workshop participants will receive a free packet of resources, includ­ ing copies of the NC Council of Churches' farmworker cur­ riculum. Latino 101 is free and open to the general public. It is sponsored by Bethany Unit­ ed Methodist Church, West Jefferson United Methodist Church, and The Ashe Healthy Carolinians. Contacts: Rev. Denise Cumbee Long, Program Associate, N.C. Council of Churches: denisecumbeelong@yahoo. com, 919-522-3580. Ms. Nancy Kautz, Com­ munity Outreach Coordina­ tor, Ashe Memorial Hospital: landnrr@skybest.com, 336846-0781. uieir lere would you go to find, "a cow as white as milk, a cape as red as blood, the hair as yellow as corn, and a slipper as pure as gold"? If you could have all of your wishes granted would you go into the woods to pursue those wish­ es? This summer you will feel as if you are entering those woods alongside the charac­ ters in Ashe County Little Theatre's summer musical production of Into the Woods. Tickets are now on sale for this production that explores the old adage,"be careful what you wish for; you just might wraiicn gi aiikcu, without thinking of the consequences that may affect them and others. These magical, mys­ terious woods are the setting for Ashe County Little Theatre's summer musical, Into the Woods. Directed by Rebecca Herman, with musical direction by Michael Bell, and produced by Jane Lonon, Into the Woods will run from June 21 through June 25. All performances will be held at the Ashe Civic Center with evening shows on June 21, 22, 23 and 25, with curtain at 7:30 p.m. nightly, and a matinee performance on June 24, with curtain at 2 p.m. Into the Woods is based on a book by James Lapine and features a score by Ste­ phen Sondheim. The original production of Into the Woods opened on Broadway in No­ vember 1987 and ran for 804 performances. It won the 1988 Drama Critic's Circle Award, \ A J* . : ft _ . \ aA,> . v SkyLine receives TeleChoice Award WEST JEFFERSON, N.C. -- SkyLine Membership Cor­ poration received national recognition for its marketing efforts during the National Telecommunications Cooper­ ative Association (NTCA) PR and Marketing conference in San Antonio, Texas, May 1 and 2. NTCA, a national trade association based in Wash­ ington, D.C., which repre­ sents the interests of rural, independent telephone com­ panies and cooperatives, honors the year's best work in ru­ ral independent production among companies with access lines of 10,000 or more in the complete Market­ ing Campaign category for its new bundled services, includ­ ing local calling services, long distance and broadband In­ ternet. The entry was judged based on the goals, creative strategy, media tactics and communication mediums. This included the market­ ing research, reports by the company's Services and Solutions Team, which evaluates new and emerging technologies and services, I • • print ads, I ^« m I • brochures, newsj \# I I W 1 hJ letters, press re1V. y hi III v*- leases and Web J site promotion of membership c o r p . ^ ™ promotion and telco marketing & public re­ the campaign's sales results. lations through its annual SkyLine is a memberTeleChoice Awards program. owned cooperative, providing The TeleChoice Awards rec­ a variety of telecommunica­ ognize excellence in NTCA tions services to its members member company annual re­ in Alleghany, Ashe, Avery and ports, customer newsletters, Watauga counties in North print publications and mar­ Carolina, and Johnson Coun­ keting campaigns. ty in east Tennessee. Along The competition is open with its current focus of to all NTCA telco members, building a fiber-to-the-premand SkyLine is one of more ise (FTTP) network, SkyLine than 570 member companies is committed to enhancing of NTCA. Each main category the quality of life across the (single target print publica­ region through various chari­ tions, annual reports, cus­ table, educational and eco­ tomer newsletters and com­ nomic development programs. plete marketing campaigns) Its wholly-owned subsidiary, consists of three divisions, SkyBest Communications, based on access lines served offers de-regulated products by the entrant. and services, including lo­ At the NTCA PR and Mar­ cal calling services, business keting Conference SkyLine systems and networking so­ received a First Place award lutions, broadband Internet in the category for In-House services and long distance. Ashe County Little Theatre presents 'Into the Woods' get it." In this toe tap­ ping musical, the char­ acters all set out to have 'v Karen Brown, founder and director of New Life Mobility As­ sistance Dogs, received $500 dollars from the children of Westwood's second grade class. The money was raised to assist in the training of Phoebe, a mobility assistant dog. Phoebe has visited the second grade classes of Westwood Elementary School a few times, during the fall, and performed demonstrations to show what she has been learning to the children. They also learned what an assistance dog can do for someone with a disability. The man who Phoebe is to be teamed with also visited the school and answered questions about his disability and what Phoebe will mean to him once she is finished with her training. Ace dealer captures residential sales award Thomas Severt, of Severt Heating and Air in Ashe County, earned the coveted Residential Sale? Leader Award for the Trane Greens­ boro Sales District. Tom al­ ways gives the credit to his employees. They are his most valuable assets. His son Chris manag­ es the service department. His wife Sue is Reception­ ist, Secretary; Book keeper.... and everything in between. Jason Miller plifies what is best about lo­ cal work ethics. He is always on time and delivers an hon­ est days work every day. It is so hard to believe that 38 years have passed since Tom opened up his business. Back when I first started most homes just had oil furnaces. Lat­ er they started putting some gas in as well. The past 15 years has seen multi-million dollar homes being built that serve as of these homes are only used sparingly." Congratulations to Tom Severt and the entire staff at Severt Heating and Air on earning the Residential Sales Leader Award from Trane. the Drama Desk Award for Best Musical, and a Tony must all negotiate the woods and magic spells. The Prince's bring the magic of Sondheim to the stage. The basic story line is simple. The baker and his wife (Grady Lonon and Ginny Tobiassen) set off to find the ingredients to lift a spell placed on their family long ago by their neighborly witch (Vic­ toria Wirth). Jack (Zach Em­ erson) and his mother (Becky Burgess) must sell Jack's pet cow to survive. Cinderella (Tyler Cloherty) along with her stepmother (DeAnne War­ ren) and her stepsisters (Lin­ da Harms and Kathy Howell) all want to attend the King's Festival. Cinderella's mother (Edie Miller) offers guidance from beyond the grave, and her father (Ken Mullen) ex­ ists to do his wife's bidding. Little Red Riding Hood (Jes­ sica Presnell) is on the way to see her grandmother (Con­ nie Woolard), and Red is of course set upon by the wolf (Mike Warren). Rapunzel (Ra­ chel Naggy), her prince (Mat­ thew Lonon), and Cinderella's Prince (Brandon Kearley) also make appearances in the tion and David helps woods. Costumes by Judi Mul­ Miller len and a set design by Ken with the installations. Jessie Mullen complete the magical Mendoza fills in where Tom needs him. transformation. Tom knows if you treat em­ At the end of the first act it would appear that "all that ployees fair they will do their job well. Jason Miller exemseemed wrong was now right, and that the characters would live happily ever after." But the second act explores the ramifications of having all of those wishes granted. You will want to be part of the audience as you learn The Ashe County Library Summer Reading Pro­ what comes after "happily gram just got bigger. In addition to the events and ever after!" programs for Children and Teens, this year, there will Reserved seating for Into be an Adult Summer Reading Program. For every book the Woods is available in ad­ that you read, you can enter your name for a weekly vance from the Ashe County prize drawing. Prizes include tools and new books. Each Arts Council. Tickets are person who joins the Adult Summer Reading program $10.00 for adults and $5.00 will receive a registration packet. Once registered, you for students; they are now on can read any book you choose, then come in and fill out sale at the Ashe Arts Center, a prize entry for each book you read. We ask only for either in person, or by phone the title and author of the book and what you thought at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards of it. No library card is required. Registration (which is are accepted. in-person only) begins on June 7.th The Adult Summer For more information Reading Program will last five weeks from June 7th to please call the Ashe County July 13th, 2007. For questions call us at 846-2041. Arts Council at 336.846ARTS. New adult summer reading program Come to the Annual Membership Meeting to see who will receive the first grants given by the Blue Ridge Electric Members Foundation'!' BLUERfDGE C etoctrtc n\&n*b«n»Mp corp. | E • AT THE 2007 ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING - SATURDAY JUNE 9. 8:00 AM - ASHE COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL Have a Voice in Your Cooperative!!! Business Meeting: 10 am BSE Elect Blue wage Directors and get the latest updates on your cooperative. 32" Widescreen LCD HDTV or Digital Camera! 1 TV & 1 Camera awarded per district! At this year's meeting: . Health Fair with free screenings and info • Refreshments • Weatherization Assistance Programs sponsored by Ashe Memorial Hospital • Live Entertainment . Scholarship Announcements • Special Children's Program . Ray's Weather Center • NC Cooperative Extension • NC GreenPower • Advanced Energy . "Spin to Win" Energy Tnv.a Wheels Membership Matters | For more information, visit www.BlueRidgeEMC.com Four $50 bills per district! "Bring the ticket from the back cover of your 2006 Annual Report to register.(Members must be present to win all pnzes) �PAGE 14 TUESDAY, JUNE 5, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS 'North meets South' competition at Michaels 102 North Michael's 102 North re­ cently hosted a unique "North meets South" Wine Dinner. Chef and Maitre Rotisseur, Michael, along with his son, Jared, Chef and owner of Baja Cafe in Damascus, Vir­ ginia, prepared a six course dinner complete with ap­ propriate wines for about 48 guests. Each chef took the same main ingredients and prepared them in their own unique styles. Chef Jared pre­ pared his ingredients in the Top 10 Movies . 1. Shrek the Third (PCI) animated 2. Spider-Man 3 (PG-13) Tobey Maguire, Kirsten Dunst 3.28 Weeks Later (R) Jeremy Renner, Harold Perrineau Jr. 4. Disturbia (PG-13) Shia LaBeouf, Sarah Roenier 5. Georgia Rule (R) Jane Fonda, Lindsay Ix>han 6. Fracture (R) Anthony Hopkins, Ryan Gosling 7. Delta Farce (PG-13) Larry the Cable Guy, Bill Engvall 8. The Invisible (PG-13) Justin Chat win, Margarita Levieva 9. Hot Fuzz (R) Simon Pegg. Nick Frost 10. Waitress (PG-13) Keri Russell, Jeremy Sisto Bernaise and Grilled Venison Tenderloin with Blackberry and Ancho Chili Demi-Glace accompanied by Hope, 2005, Siraz, Hunter Valley, Austra­ lia. "Chef Jared and I are plan­ ning two more of these fun events during the summer," Chef Michael said. "Although it was not a competition, it was fun to see our guests bus­ ily making notes and rating our dishes. Turns out it was a tie!" Baja style of southwestern Mexico, while Chef Michael prepared his in a more con­ temporary European style. Diners were able to compare each dish side by side along with a single appropriate wine selection. Some of the dishes included Lobster St. Jacque and Lobster with Cava Butter accompanied by Les Vigneron Des Samur, 2005 from the Loire Valley in France; Venison and Scallop Napoleon with Blue Cheese Senator Steve Goss speaks to Fifth District Democrats liii COUNTY ANE These animals are available for adoption. STATESVILLE- Delegates from across the twelve coun­ ties of the Fifth District gath­ ered at Mitchell Community College in Statesville Satur­ day afternoon to elect officers, pass resolutions and set plans for the 2008 election. The en­ thusiasm of the audience was evident as over 100 delegates assembled for their annual convention under abundant N.C. Senator Steve Goss from Watauga County. Crawford described Goss' origins in ru­ ral Ashe County and extolled his great service as a minister and a public servant. Goss in his remarks ex­ plained how the Democratic Party could incorporate issues that advance the interests of working people in northwest North Carolina. He stated randa Burgin were re-elected to their posts in recognition of their great service to the part and district. Other officers elected were: Susan Campbell from Forsyth County, First Vice Chair; Brenda Barber from Wilkes County, Second Vice Chair; Tim Futrelle from Watauga County, Third Vice Chair; and Larry Vestal from Yadkin County, treasurer. Ashe County Democratic Party Chair, Melba Jones, led a large contingent of 18 delegates from Ashe County. Chairman Melba Jones com­ mented, "We are proud to be here in support of Steve Goss and our Fifth District Democrats. We look forward to victory come 2008. We have the largest turnout fro Ashe County in memory for a district convention." Del­ egates attending the conven­ tion from the Ashe County Democratic Party included: Melba Jones, Paul Jones, Roy Elmore, Mary Elmore, A.B. Weaver, Jo Ann Weaver, Ralph Jones, Polly Jones, Ralph Bare, Edith Bare, Re­ becca Mann, Josh Bumgardner, Laurie Bumgardner, Francis Bumgardner, Lloyd Johnson, Glenna Johnson, Mildred Wallace, and Travis Wallace. Fifth District Chair, David Crawford from Mt. Airy, in­ troduced the keynote speaker, people can't make ends meet anymore while Wall Street is witnessing huge profits. Wealthy people are more than satisfied while working people are less well off," stated Goss. The speaker pointed out that many homeowners are losing their homes and that many folks can't afford to pay their medical bills. The speaker said that the problem with economy goes back to "trickle down economics" under Rea­ gan and with the Contract with America in 1994 which promised a balanced budget but instead lead to huge bud­ get deficits. The national de­ but under Bush has increased by a trillion dollars, stated Goss. Goss concluded by say­ ing that we need a Democrat president and a Democrat con­ gress. The speaker received a standing ovation at the con­ clusion of his remarks. District Chair, David Crawford and Secretary Mi­ Martin from Yadkin County as Minority Affairs Director. The Fifth District in­ cludes Alexander, Alleghany, Ashe, Davie, Forsyth, Iredell, Rockingham, Stokes, Surry, Watauga, Wilkes and Yadkin Counties in northwest North Carolina. A number of local and na­ tional resolutions were passed by the delegates. A1 McSurely, old-time civil rights attorney, striking a chord of inclusion, presented a proposal to reach out to the minority community and to greatly increase minority reg­ istration in the Fifth District. The Ashe County Demo­ cratic Party meets each fourth Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Smokey Mountain Barbecue in West Jefferson. Ashe County Dem­ ocratic Party Chair, Melba Jones, invites all interested citizens to attend these im­ portant meetings. For more information, call 336-8469068. j-'. 1.11 This is |oe. Joe is a six week old puppy with an adorable personal­ ity. Please give him a chance at good life. My name Is Scotty. I am a beauti­ ful eight week old lab. I also have a great brother who Is solid black. We both need a forever home. We are a litter of six big fantastic beautiful puppies. Please come by next Sat. morning to visit with us and chose one or more of us for your family. Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located directly in front of the Armory on Old Hwy 16. r.n n. r For Ashe County news, sports, community events and classifieds... Subscribe to the Jefferson Post! Call JoEvelyn at 336-846-7164 or log on to our website at: www.jeffersonpost.com I am one terrific golden retriever 10 week old puppy. My name is Ryu and I want you to come to the Humane Society Sat. and take me home. til* a >ta>rr. 1,. ^, -,,>1 Hlfrr » West Jefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehuma HONOR THY FATHER SUNDAY, JUNE 17™ i s FATHER'S DAY Let's all honor our Fathers! The Jefferson Post will be publishing a special page for Fathers on June 15th, 2007 Although Dad may never say so... he would love to see an ad in the Jefferson Post expressing your feelings for him! For only $15.00 you may place an ad that includes a photo of Dad and a write-up of 30 words or less. Deadline to place ad is: Tuesday, June 12th by 5:00pm |Father's Name., | Your Name : Phone Number Message: E Bl(KSHOl \ 1 Vi i ' Mm Vlil\ - 2 \ i K t i Viai-1 \ Wit II < . NIOK I HAIR KI I I I 1 ^l.i11 \ El VlAM K Djjig 2 .vcniSV#»UI- | 1 i in.i| You may bring your information to our office located at: XHmwivfix Pi IMA ? » \ \ k s <>i« 203 South Second Avenue in West Jefferson (next to Hart Power Equipment) Or you may mail your ad, along with the payment to: I As m 982 4060 V m m vi C o n Jefferson Post • Attn: Classifieds PO Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 For more information call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 All ads must be prepaid • We accept Visa and MasterCard i u o i K K • /I ' r � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 45 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Last Thursday, U.S. At­ torney John L. Brownlee an­ nounced the indictments, which were handed down by a federal grand jury sitting in Abingdon, Va. The five in­ dicted were: • Lisa Woods Ball, 50, of Troutdale, Va. • Dale Russell Bare, 47, of West Jefferson • Randy Dale Musick, 30, of Troutdale, Va. • Christina Blanche Rich­ ardson, 31, of West Jefferson • Clyde Lee Weaver, 52, of Crumpler "All five individuals were charged with conspiracy to distribute 500 grams or more of methamphetamine between April 2006 and Aug. 8, 2006," according to a release from Brownlee's of­ fice. The charges carry with them a mandatory penalty of 10 years imprisonment and a maximum term of life in prison, and a potential fine of $8,000,000. In addition, Lisa Woods Ball was charged with distri­ bution of 500 grams or more of methamphetamine during the same period in 2006. This charge is also punishable by a mandatory 10-year term, a maximum of life imprison­ ment and a potential fine of $8,000,000. She also faces a charge of maintaining a place for the purpose of distributing controlled substances, which has a maximum punishment of 20 years in prison and a maximum fine of $500,000. "This investigation start­ ed in Ashe County and grew into Smyth County, Va.," said Sheriff James Williams, "and resulted in these arrests. These are major drug people in this county who are now off the street," he stated. Most of the defendants are now in federal custody. Rich­ ardson was, at press time, still in Ashe County jail, but Williams said he would soon be handed over to the feds. In addition to the Ashe County Sheriff's Office, this investigation was conducted by the Smyth County Sher­ iff's Department, Marion (Va.) Police Department, and the Bristol office of the Drug Enforcement Administra­ tion. Assistant U.S. Attorney Zachary T. Lee of Abingdon is prosecuting the cases. Commission okays zoo reopening, but parents say bitten boy still hurting by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor New River Zoo in Fleet­ wood remains closed this sea­ son as owner Keith Stroud awaits inspection by Ashe Animal Control and the US Department of Agriculture, and works toward accredita­ tion by the Zoological Asso­ ciation of America. He will be allowed to reopen once the inspections are complete and he has increased his liability insurance to $2 million. The conditions of his re­ opening were set by Ashe County Commissioners Mon­ day following discussion of a second incident where a visi­ tor was injured by an animal. Stroud has about 70 species of exotic animals at the zoo, which opened in 2001. He had not had an incident reported until last year when a woman tried to pet a leopard and was bitten on the arm, causing (Editor's Note: The Jef­ ferson Post has received this letter from the parents of the boy who was bitten by the co­ atimundi.) To the Editor: Post file photo A coatlmundi such as this attacked and bit a young boy at New River Zoo. severe injuries. The zoo was closed by Animal Control for five months during the inves­ tigation, and reopened this past March. Last month, a young boy was bitten on the leg by a coatimundi that had burrowed out of its cage. The boy was not seriously injured, but Animal Control again closed the zoo for an investiSee Zoo, page 5A On May 30, 2007 at the New River Zoo, my son was bitten by a coatimundi that had escaped from the cage it was in. My son and his nanny and paw were walking up the path looking at the animals when the animal ran up and attacked my son's knee. They had not provoked the animal in anyway. The coatimundi had escaped from the cage it was in, and attacked the first thing it saw, my son. My son was screaming and bleeding while his nanny and paw tried to nurse on his wound. Keith Stroud, owner and operator of the zoo did give them a band-aid for the bite and advised that he would call the vet that dealt with the animals. The vet advised that we should really take my son to his pediatrician just to get the wound looked at. At the same time, Mr. Stroud in­ formed Nanny and Paw that the same animal had bitten him the week before. They called me immediately to let me know what was going on, and I called my son's doctor right then to have him seen immediately.. I took my son to his doc­ tor who advised that my son needed stitches in his leg due to the fact that the bite was so deep. My son was so upset that the doctor said he was afraid to try stitches, so he used some antibiotic glue to try to hold the bite together. He was also put on 800 mg of antibiotics for 1 week. 1 was told to bring him back in 1 week to be re-cliecked. We also had to play the wait game to see if the animal test­ ed positive for rabies. Thank goodness the test came back negative. My son's knee is just now starting to heal, but emotion­ ally, he is not. He will not go outside by himself to play or even attempt to pet a puppy. He tells me and his dad that he is afraid something will come out of the woods and bite him. I have kept quite about this incident up until now be­ cause I did not want to cause Mr. Stroud or his zoo any trouble. The reason I am com­ ing forward now is because I have heard of the Board of Commissioners decision to re-open the zoo for business. The stipulation was that Mr. Stroud would double his in­ surance amount. Well, no of­ fense to Mr. Stroud, but what good is thut going to do when he hasn't even OFFERED to See Response, page 5A Sex offender busted for trafficking opium by Jim Thompson Editor A convicted sex offender is back behind bars, this time on drug charges. Late Monday evening, deputies with the Ashe County Sheriff's Office ar­ rested Gregory Curtis Cornette, 45, of Todd, in the parking lot at Wal-Mart in West Jefferson. The arrest came at the end of an investigation by the Sheriff's Office's narcot­ ics unit, which is headed by Det. Chris Miller. Cornette is charged with: Post file photo Gregory Curtis Cornette • Eight counts of traffick­ ing in opium. • Three counts of main­ taining a vehicle or dwelling for the purposes of keeping and selling controlled sub­ stances. • Possession with intent to sell and deliver a Sched­ ule IV controlled substance (Diazepam). In 2001, Cornette was convicted on federal charges of sexual exploitation of a minor (second degree). He is currently listed on the fed­ eral and state sex offenders registry. SBA loans available RALEIGH, N.C.—The U.S. Small Business Administra­ tion (SBA) has announced that federal disaster loans are available to small businesses located in all North Carolina counties except Cherokee, Clay, Currituck, Graham, Granville, Pamlico and Vance as a result of damages and losses to crops caused by ab­ normally low temperatures and freezing conditions April 6-9 of this year. "SBA'8 disaster declara­ tion was issued as a result of a similar action taken by the Secretary of Agriculture to help farmers recover from damages and losses to crops," Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jefferionpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com clas8ified@jeffersonpo8t.com editoriaMPjeffersonpost.com said Frank Skaggs, Director of SBA Field Operations Cen­ ter East. Under this declaration, SBA's Economic Injury Disas­ ter Loan (EIDL) program is available to farm-related and non farm-related small busi­ ness concerns and small ag­ ricultural cooperatives that suffered economic injury as a direct result of this disaster. Farmers and ranchers are not eligible to apply to SBA. Eligible small businesses may qualify for loans up to $1.5 million. These loans are available at a 4 percent inter­ est rate with loan terms up to 30 years. SBA determines eligibility for the program based on the size and type of business and its financial resources. Loan amounts and terms are set by SBA and are based upon each applicant's financial condition. Under this disaster declaration, SBA cannot provide loans to agricultural producers. Interested business own­ ers should contact SBA's Customer Service Center by calling 1-800-659-2955 Mon­ day through Friday from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. EDT. Hearing impaired per­ sons can call 1-800-877-8339. See Loans, page 5A Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,529 UJS. service people killed (as of 6/20) 26,129 U.S. service people wounded (as of 6/20) Post photo by Linda Burchette Haskell and Anne McGuIre enjoy a moment of relaxation at Anne's Place, a new gourmet coffee shop and family art gallery In downtown Lansing. Anne will host a grand opening on June 28. New Lansing shop opens by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Anne McGuire said she woke up one morning and thought, "I'm 65 years old and I need to be doing something." With quite a few artistic fam­ ily members, she wanted to open a family gallery, and decided that a gourmet cof­ fee shop would be the perfect compliment. Anne's Place opened ear­ lier this month on NC 194 in downtown Lansing. Anne and her husband, Haskell Mc­ Guire, renovated a building that had been home to sever­ al businesses over the years and turned it into a delightful place for folks to drop in for coffee and a chat. A grand opening and rib­ bon cutting is scheduled for Thursday, June 28 at 5:30 p.m., coinciding with a meet­ ing of the Chamber of Com­ merce. Fleetwood fish fry Friday Fleetwood Community Center will have a Fish Fry Fundraiser this evening (Friday) from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Fleetwood Community Center (old Fleetwood School) 8996 Highway 221south. Bring your friends and family out and help support the center and enjoy fish, hushpuppies, coleslaw, baked beans, drink and dessert, all for only $8. "I'm just real excited. It's like I've got a little play­ house," Anne said."I like talk­ ing to people. I've had some very interesting people come in. I grew up in the old Belk's department store and always enjoyed talking to people." Anne is a lot like her brother, artist Stephen Shoe­ maker, who also enjoys talk­ ing to people. They both love sharing stories and memories See Ixtrising, page 5A Thousands of books will be on sale during the Friday fundraiser with most prices less than $1 each. Some books are free. Your support is appreciated and will assist in keeping the center operating. The Fleetwood Center is a wonderful place to have your next family gathering, business meeting or social event, just call 877-4973. The gym, classrooms and cafete­ ria are available for rental. �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, JUNE 22, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Our name is changing, but not our plan; the same friendly banking, and, yes, you still can. Northwestern Bank is changing our name to CommunityONE to better reflect Who We Are and What We Value. Now, it's going to take a little getting used to... for all of us. But we're still The Yes Bank, still the same friendly, hardworking people serving the financial lives of our customers and communities. And together, we'll make this new name feel as natural as ever. So come on, let's make YES! happen... at CommunityONE. CommunityONE Yes you can.® Yes we can.® 1055 Mt. Jefferson Road West Jefferson, NC 28694 336.246.9700 t=r Equal Housing Lender, Member FDIC 800.873.1172 • MyYesBank.com 02007 CommunityONt Bank, NA. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JUNE 22, 2007 PAGE 3A S OCIALS Library program bo W' .J* Jeannie Mitchell and Derek Davis Amy Elizabeth Mogler and Thomas Mark Wyatt Mogler-Wyatt wedding planned Thomas Mark Wyatt, son of Mary Wyatt and the late Earl Wyatt of Jefferson, N.C., would like to announce his engagement to Amy Elizabeth Mogler, daughter of Kenneth and Elizabeth Mogler of Dakota City, Neb. The groom is a 1992 graduate of Ashe Central High School and is a cus­ tomer service representa- tive at Magic Home Enter­ tainment. The bride is an alumna of Nebraska Wesleyan Univer­ sity and is a researcher at Next Safety Inc. After their September 39, 2007, wedding at the Omni Charlotte Hotel in Charlotte, N.C., the couple is planning on making their home in Ashe County, N.C. Mitchell, Davis engaged to wed Jeannie Mitchell and Der­ ek Davis announce their en­ gagement and upcoming mar­ riage. Miss Mitchell is the daugh­ ter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Glenn and Mary Howell of Grumpier, N.C. She is cur­ rently employed as manager of Shatley Springs and is a graduate of Ashe Central High School. Mr. Davis is the son of Ran­ dall and Peggy Davis of Crumpler, N.C. He is a graduate of Ashe Central High School and is employed at AEV. The wedding will be held at 7 p.m. on July 7, 2007, at Shatley Springs. There will be a reception following the ceremony. If you thought fundraising was the only challenge for National Public Radio (NPR) you'll have an opportunity to learn otherwise as Joan Siefert Rose speaks to the Friends of the Library at 11 a.m. on June 27. The public is invited to join in downstairs at the library. According to Rose listeners today have many choices— satelite radio, internet stream­ ing, podcasting, etc. "Public radio faces opportunities and challenges in competing in this increasingly crowded me­ dia environment," she said. Her presentation will fo­ cus on the strategies that broadcasters are considering to maintain an independent voice in the new media envi­ ronment. She will also touch on the history of public broad­ casting. "Programs from NPR and local stations need to be timely, compelling, and entertaining to attract both loyal listeners and new audiences," said Rose. "At the same time, public radio needs to be available not just on the FM dial, but also on all the new platforms where peo­ ple are accessing content." Rose is general manager of WUNC in Chapel Hill. It op­ erates five stations serving lis­ teners from Chapel Hill to the Outer Banks. Rose has held the position since 2001. Prior to coming to North Carolina, Rose was program director at Michigan Radio of the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor. She spent 20 years as newscaster and talk show host at commercial radio sta­ tions in North Carolina, New York and Michigan. The program is provided through Carolina Speakers, the speaker's bureau of Uni­ versity of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.. Carolina Speak­ ers is part of UNC's public service mission, providing speakers to community orga­ nizations throughout the state at no charge. kEGAL CINEMAS oio Gpi<aT*' sound*1 **1 * Pass / Oiscount Ticket Restriction* Apply REGAL 7 MOO 210Nn.M*rlt*lSlC*"t«f 8C0-FAN0ANG0 2S4I Adv 71* on ^TRANSFORMERS (PG-13) * Adv. Til on Salt HARRY POTTER A ORDER Of THE PHOENIX (PG-13)* Adv. Tli on S«tf UVE FREE OR DIE HARD (PG-13) * Adv. 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We Support the NC State Highway Patrol Caisson Unit Auto Nationwide On Your Side Home Life Business Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company and Affiliated Companies. Home Office: Columbus, OH 43215-2220 8/05 Life just got better in Ashe County Blue Ridge Electric Members Foundation awards $30,000 to service programs in four counties As part of our commitment to improving quality of life in the communities we serve, the Blue Ridge Electric Members Foundation recently awarded $30,000 to non-profit Congratulations! Amanda and Brian Hamm of Lansing would like to an­ nounce the birth of their daughter, Karlee Grace Hamm. She was born June 17, 2007, at Ashe Memo­ rial Hospital, and weighed 7 pounds, 8.4 ounces and was 20.5 inches long. Her grand­ parents are Jim and Jean Hamm and Jack and Kate McCoy. Tristan and Daryl Mat- services and educational organizations in Alleghany, Ashe. Caldwell and Watauga counties. Two Ashe County services are grant recipients. 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Daily we see commercial activity that could not be sustained were it not for the pocket books of the many people from the Pied­ mont and beyond who visit the mountains to enjoy our cool summers and mountain way of life. The aldermen and women of Blowing Rock made a cou­ rageous desision to protect, the prosperity and unique- TWE Letters to the Editor «\coVto\ PRCfciSM ness of their town by pass­ ing the ordinance designed to ensure that the town's "viewshed" not be threatened. I am hopeful that all towns in the mountains will consider a similar ordinance. For further information regarding "wind produced en­ ergy", go to the website: www. keepersoftheblueridge". Phil Lewis Protecting state's 'good government' reputation Recent cases involving government corruption have reminded us that we cannot take for granted North Car­ olina's reputation as a "good government state." One of the main reasons we have a good chance to keep that good government reputa­ tion is the Institute of Govern­ ment, now called the School of Government, of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, which celebrated its 75th anniversary last year. Here is some information about the School from an article I wrote recently for Our State Maga­ zine. Albert Coates, a native of Smithfield in Johnston County, founded the School in 1 1931. Today, it serves local and ] state government officials all over the state. For example, it sponsors over 230 classes, schools, and conferences that serve about 14,000 public of­ ficials each year. The School's faculty and staff of more than 100 professionals handle more than 100,000 requests for as­ sistance annually. The School publishes more than 100 books, articles, journals, and bulletins each year. The magnitude and scope of the School's activities might surprise Coates, even though his ambition for service was monumental. He would cer­ tainly be pleased that all these activities are a part of the mission that he inspired: To eavem 1 THOUGHT m LIFE WW IWWF WHEN PARIS HILTON WENT 8KLKTDUML, Is inflation Mike Walden Assistant Editor Production Manager/Webmaster Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter.. Office Manager Advertising Sales Advertising Sales out of control? What's the message here? Consumers enjoyed lower I think there are two. First, prices in two other major recognize that all prices don t product groups this decade. One is clothing. Clothing move in lockstep. Some rise prices are falling at the rate faster, some slower, and some of about 1 percent per year. actually fall.Second, following Here the reason appears to be the news on those prices that international producers. As is are increasing fastest—like well known, especially here in gas prices—and assuming North Carolina, a significant they are representative of all share of our apparel manu­ prices can give you a very dis­ facturing has now moved off­ torted view of the economy. I think these are pretty shore, especially to China and other Asian countries. Again, good lessons to learn. You de­ due to their lower costs, they cide if I'm right! Dr. Mike Walden is a Wil­ can make and sell clothing at liam Neal Reynolds Professor cheaper prices. In fact, cloth­ ing prices started dropping and North Carolina Coopera­ after the NAFTA and GATT tive Extension economist in the Department of Agricul­ trade deals of the mid-1990s. The other—and I'm sure tural and Resource Econom­ this will surprise many of ics of N.C. State University's you—is vehicle prices. The College of Agriculture and prices of both new and used Life Sciences. vehicles have fallen this de­ cade: new at about a 1 per­ Express your views cent per year rate, used at an almost 2 percent annual rate. The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, Incentives and other bargain­ free of charge, for readers to ing chips offered by dealers express their views. The sub­ are a big part of the reason. ject of the letters should be a Other prices have gone up matter of community interest this decade, but less than the and should be limited to 700 overall average rate of infla­ words. Letters must be signed with tion, so they have become rel­ an address and phone num­ ative bargains. Recreational ber for verification purposes. products and services, per­ Only the writer's name and sonal care products and air­ community will be published. line fares are three examples. Letters must not be libelous Prices for groups like finan­ and no poetry will be accept­ cial services, professional ser­ ed for publication. Please address: To the vices and housing have risen Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. a little more than average in­ Box 808, West Jefferson, NC flation, but still nowhere near 28694 or email to jthompas much as gas and medical son@jeffersonpost.com. care. �PAGE 5A FRIDAY, JUNE 22, 2007 JEFFERSON POST FROM THE FRONT Lansing Looping Brothers at River House continued from front page of growing up in Ashe County, and Haskell from the Todd community joins right in. The whole family is artistically inclined. Anne and Stephen's brother David is an artist as are all their children in one way or another. To showcase their talents, Anne wanted to develop a family gallery, and folks com­ ing into Anne's Place will see a collection of family artwork on the walls and shelves. This is an excellent way to extend the county's art district cen­ tered mainly in West Jeffer­ son; as well as offer a good cup of gourmet coffee or other treat. Anne's Place offers a vari­ ety of hot and cold gourmet coffees, hot and cold teas, hot chocolate and lemonade, fruit smoothies, biscotti for tea and coffee, muffins, candy and jel­ lies. The shop seats 22 and Anne would like to host tea parties and gatherings with coffee and pastries. She will specially grind coffee beans for customers, and has a long term goal of providing sandwiches and a light lunch. Anne trained at a coffee distribution center in Char- lotte for making gourmet cof­ fee, and their staff came and helped set up the equipment. Operation and maintenance of the equipment is very spe­ cific, Anne said, in order to produce the best quality cof­ fees. At her new shop, Anne isn't far from other family members, with Haskell and son Jimmy at New River Win­ ery just up the road at the old Lansing School. With their activities at the building tak­ ing them away from home so much, Anne said she didn't want to stay home alone and that inspired her to seek out a nearby location for her cof­ fee shop and gallery. She has a tip jar for donations toward the renovation and preserva­ tion of the old school into a winery and other businesses. Haskell said much interest has been shown in the facility by artists and musicians. Anne encourages visitors to bring old pictures of them­ selves and county places and people and she will put them on the counter for an added hometown touch to the coffee and conversation. Lansing Mayor Jason Ring said the town is excited about the new businesses and looks forward to further expan­ sion as water is made avail­ able. The town, he said, is two-thirds of the way toward achieving grants to develop a new well and that is needed to provide for future busi­ nesses. "Lansing used to have 21 businesses," Ring said. "With the opening of Mrs. McGuire's place, we have 11, so we've passed the halfway point. Lansing is back!" Hours for Anne's Place at this time are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. She hopes to expand upon those hours in the future. For infor­ mation, call 336-977-2328. The Looping Brothers are the featured performers at the River House's Sunday Salon Series on June 23. They will perform from 4 to 6 p.m., with dinner to follow. The Looping Brothers are a top Bluegrass trio. Ulrich Sieker, Matthias Malcher and Bernd Nollenberg formed their project in 1996 after playing Bluegrass with the re­ nowned Band "Groundspeed" all over Europe and in the USA for about two decades. The Looping Brothers play typical Bluegrass instruments like fiddle and banjo, mando­ lin and guitar with a great se­ lection of traditional songs as well as original material. For reservations and infor­ mation, call 982-2109. Response continued from front page continued from front page Business loan applications can also be downloaded from the SBA's website at www. sba.gov/services/disasterassistance. Completed appli­ cations should be mailed to: U.S. Small Business Admin­ istration, Processing and Dis­ bursement Center - 14925 Kingsport Road, Fort Worth, TX 76155. Completed loan applica­ tions must be returned to SBA no later than Jan. 24, 2008. For more information about the SBA's Disaster Loan Pro­ grams, visit the website at www.sba.gov/services/disasterassistance. continued from front page gation. Animal Control Director Jeff Jones said he was conduct­ ing an investigation but he did not know if USDA would also do an investigation. The zoo is licensed through USDA to exhibit exotic animals, and operates through a variance to a county ordinance that prohibits ownership of nondomestic and potentially dan­ gerous animals. Jones reported to the com­ missioners on Monday that his investigation has includ­ ed visits to other zoos and exotic animal exhibits in the region to compare facilities and policies. Through this, he determined that New River Zoo needs to be accredited by the Zoological Association of America to meet its strict standards on enclosures and policies. He said he had given advice to Stroud about the coatimundi enclosure, and Stroud said he had made im­ provements in strengthening the cage. Stroud said that coatimundis, a ring-tailed cousin of the raccoon family that lives in tropical rain forests, is not known for burrowing, and this particular animal seemed desperate to escape an agi­ tated pregnant female in the enclosure. The coatimundi in question, a male, was eutha­ nized and tested for rabies, which was negative. Jones said when he inves­ tigated the incident, it was re­ vealed that Stroud was escort­ ing a family into the zoo when he observed the coatimundi loose and attempted to cap­ ture it. The animal went past him and bit the child on the knee. At that point or shortly after, Stroud made the deci­ sion to euthanize the animal, and it is a state requirement that it be tested for rabies. If Stroud had not euthanized the coatimundi, Animal Con­ trol would have and sent it for testing, Jones said. "I have always been sup­ portive of the zoo just for its educational benefits for chil­ dren and adults," said Jones. "However, my number one concern is public safety re­ garding a facility like this or any facility. Second to that is animal welfare issues." Jones told the commission­ ers he had not received any reports from the USDA re­ garding either incident at the zoo. This is not their usual practice, he told the commis­ sioners who asked for any re­ ports or comments they had sent. Commissioner Richard Blackburn said he is exceed­ ingly impressed with Stroud's knowledge of his animals and zoological education for the public, but his first respon­ sibility as a commissioner is public safety as well as liabil­ ity to the county. He asked County Attorney John Kilby for his opinion, and Kilby said that while several interests are served by the zoo, includ­ ing education and preserva­ tion of exotic species, first and foremost for the commission is public safety and they re­ serve the right to revoke their variance at any time. He said Stroud should be required to carry insurance to cover po­ tential injuries or damages, and Stroud said he was in­ creasing his liability insur­ ance from $1 million to $2 million. Kilby also said the county cannot rely on the USDA or any other agency to inspect the zoo, that it falls upon the county to be responsible and the county could be liable for injuries. Speaking for his son, at­ torney Keith Stroud Sr. said he understands the county's concerns and that his son is also concerned for public safety and the welfare of his animals. "He takes good care of his animals and is safety conscious," Stroud Sr. said."It takes hundreds of dollars a day to feed the animals, and it damages his business to re­ main closed." Producing a pe­ tition with 1,000 signatures in support of the zoo, Stroud Sr. asked the commissioners to allow the zoo to be open and operating while Keith works toward ZAOA accredi­ tation. Stroud Jr. said he could meet the ZAOA accreditation standards within six months. He thanked the commission­ ers for allowing him to oper­ ate the zoo for the past seven years, that it benefits the pub­ lic to learn about the animals and it benefits the animals to HEAlfy HOME HEALTH & HOSPICE see people. While a dozen people spoke in support of the zoo, one per­ son spoke in opposition and Blackburn said he had a pe­ tition with 37 signatures op­ posing its operation. Crystal Eldreth said she and her two boys, 8 and 4, are regular visitors at the zoo and she had never had a fear in visiting there. "Keith knows what he is doing, and as a mother I would never put my children where there might be danger," she said. Her son Noah said, "It is a good place cause if it was a dangerous place we wouldn't go there. And if you do shut it down you will be taking away knowledge from children. It's a great place and I don't think it should be shut down." Martha Enzmann said the zoo is a benefit to the county and school children, and that the Todd community has held fundraisers for the zoo. "I find him (Keith) to be very consci­ entious about safety, and you should support the zoo, not close it," she said. A neighbor, Drew Wilkin­ son, said he is a retired car­ penter and volunteered his assistance in improvements to the animal enclosures. Problems noted through the petition against the zoo, Blackburn read, included "a horrible smell, especially in summer," and dangerous cats. Brittany Penley spoke against the zoo and accused Stroud of threatening her animals when she asked him to remove a rotting steer car­ cass. Motions by Commissioner Judy Poe to revoke the county variance permanently and by Commissioner Gary Bar­ ber to have the commission study the issue and discuss it at the next meeting both died for lack of a second. Commis­ sioner Marty Gambill moved that the board allow New River Zoo to reopen after in­ spections by Animal Control and USDA, and that Stroud become accredited by the ZAOA and increase his liabil­ ity insurance to $2 million. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Larry Rhodes and approved through a third vote by Blackburn. Poe and Barber voted no. pay a dime on my son's medi­ cal bills, nor has he even at­ tempted to contact me or my husband. The reason I am a little upset is because he HAS contacted Nanny and Paw to see if they would come to the Commissioners meeting to speak on his behalf. Ob­ viously, Mr. Stroud is more worried about keeping his zoo open than the injury MY son received by one of HIS ani­ mals at HIS zoo. I can't un­ derstand why he can pick up the phone to call Nanny and Paw about helping to keep his zoo open, but can't call us, the parents, to see how my son is doing. I never wanted Mr.Stroud's zoo to be closed down, but I also never wanted my son to be afraid to go outside to play. Concerned Parents, Jesse and Brianna Crow Lenoir, NC Now in Digital Sound SHOWTIME Sun-Thurs 7PM Qniv Fri & Sat 7 & 9 PM HHHHH PPjj. Theatre One Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer PG |G1G)G1G Hiei Theatre Two Evan Almighty •WGJ Jblr^r^eisicjaisic M ovie schedule for June 22 -28, 2007 § IGIGIEIC IGIGIGIEIEIGIE pp^gpppin.]u-qtjj ijir HiBniiBBHI MM— Breathe... Don't Burn! Smoke from outdoor burning pollutes the air and is unhealthy to breathe. IT'S ILLEGAL TO BURN: Come Join Our •Garbage, paper and cardboard •Tires and other rubber products •Building materials, including lumber •Wire, plastics and synthetic materials •Asphalt shingles and heavy oils •Paints, household and agricultural chemicals •Buildings and other structures •Anything when air quality forecast is Code Orange or Red For air quality forecasts, call 1 (888) 784-6224 or visit www.ncair.org. Leaves, branches and other yard trimmings can be burned, if no public pickup is available and you follow DAQ guidelines. Open burning to clear vegetation from land or rights-of-way may be allowed, provided, growing TamiCy! provided that: •Prevailing winds are away from built up areas and roads • Fires are at least 1,000 feet away from occupied buildings •Burning is done on the site of origin, between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. Ashe County Worship Ray Taylor Road Burn permits issued by the N.C. Division of Forest Resources or other agents do not excuse a person from following air quality rules. For more information, contact: Sunday ScHooC @ 10:00 a.m. 1 (877) OPEN BURN 1Worship @ 11:00 a.m. Pastor Chuck Call • 336-846-1189 Invites you to honor the Leadership, Volunteerism and Generous Spirit of Bud Honeycutt. Bud Honeycutt Memorial & Hospice Building Dedication /sc\ unday aCon erics (This ad paid for by a violator or the open burning taw.) River and restaurant House )untry inn • 4 Course Dinner • New wine list • All ABC permits • Enjoy a large rocker on the front porch • Please call for reservations & information Saturday, June 30,2007 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. (Rain or Shine) 392 Hwy. 18E/16N Jefferson, NC 336-246-6443 IS THE WAY WE LIVE 1 (877) 673-6287 Winston-Salem Regional Office Division of Air Quality 585 Waughtown Street Winston-Salem, NC 27107 (336) 771-5000 Wednesday @ 7:00 p.m. High Country Health Care System I Hospice www.ncair.org Sunday June 23 rd Entertainment 4:00 — 6:00 Dinner After Performance The Looping Brothers Just a Trio, but a quality Btuegrass act playing typical Btuegrass instruments (ike fiddle and Banjo, mandotin and guitar with a great selection of traditional songs as well as original material, 18% Old Field Creek Road Grassy Creek, NC • 336-982-2109 �PAGE 6A FRIDAY, JUNE 22, 2007 JEFFERSON POST RELIGION / w u d i e to express a most o l (k Hospital chaplain graduates Theology and Medicine a t Duke Divinity School hosted a graduation ceremony on May 31 for its Pastoral Care in Community (PCC) train­ ing program. PCC is part of the Caring Communities initiative in Theology and Medicine, which supports partnerships in health min­ istries and community devel­ opment across the Carolinas. PCC equips rural ministers to better care for the needs of members of their own com­ munity through training in pastoral care and integrative formation work. The program involves 64 credit hours of classroom time, spread out over eight months, along with a volunteer chaplaincy component. This latter part nurtures pastoral skills along with fostering strong rela­ tionships between clergy and their local hospitals. The May ceremony, held in Duke Divinity's Goodson Chapel, recognized the almost 90 individuals who completed the course this past year. Over 160 pastors have taken part Game l)av Central . Participants received certificates and all present vice IL \ T H E heartfelt t a k o to everyone who h n y u showedsuch sympathy andconcern over Russ passinij. Sometimes you do shared in a service of Holy Communion. I L E US T R A T E D not realize allthe friends you have until, B I B L E something tracjic like this happens. A(jam. thank i/ou ightier than the thunder from the bottom of rnif of the great waters, Andrea mightier than the breakers of the sea the Lord On High is mighty. Rev. Rickey Mitchell over the past four years. Rev. Rickey Mitchell, pas­ tor of the Creston-Green Val­ ley Charge in the Western North Carolina Conference of the United Methodist Church was among the graduates. His family also resides in Hiddenite. Mitchell is doing his pastoral care work at the Wilkesboro Dialysis Unit and serves as a chaplain at Ashe Gillespie Community A SALVATION: HOLY GHOST: DELIVERANCE: REVIVAL . / - m Begins Sunday June 2Hth at 6 p.m. June 24"- - June 29'" • 6:30 - 8:30pm June 2Sth - 21th at SUNDAY JUNE 24 - AM SERVICE 10:30 PM SERVICE 7:00 WITH PASTOR KEITH STYRON Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2042 Pastor: Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 1549 Hwy.194 South'Ttdd dmLoffHwy221) SUNDAY- Sunday School10:00AM WjOahp 11:00AM and6:OOPM M C.ate 6:00PM (Prayer& OUfcMudil W ED N BSDAY-Fam iVNohtf :00PM «\ llagesl M iasrmsM jiistiy, Van M riKtty,Han Tine) 'A Churrh Jiicuied - on faith, Jamily <C the future' Churvh of Christ at West Jefferson Cornerstone Fellowship 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman 1460 BaMM tn.Rd., WestJefferan Suncfey School9:45am. Sunday M omiig W orriip Savre -11:00am (88 WesL-DeftcnM cfleil.One Block) SundaySchcol-9 JO-10J5am . M omiig Woiffvp-10:30 am. SundayEvaiiig -6:00pm . W ednesfey N ighcBible Study -7:00pm Raldmountainchurch.org Email: Bald mountain(Sskjbest.com Blue Ridge Worship Center 221 BamecStL, CffiBuckM tn.Road! l)oug Frazier, Minister SUn. Bible Study10:00iam . Worffiip 11:00 am. Evsving W only?£$0 p m . Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 H wy 16 S.atG indite Spriigs Sunday School -10:00 am Sunday W otshp Service 11^0 am Si 6:00 era W ectnaday 7 BamettSt. • W estJefeBDn 846-3954 Non-Denominational Casual & Contemporary Sanuday NQhv .^OOpm. Study 846-5615'nhuudvOKSor 846-5616 t'iffldxa SResddaicx! "Joii us in woishp ID Christ? 3nr«5ayM omirigBimldasrttr3f?a Sundaytionfep 11:00am . Healing Springs Baptist Church Friendship Baptist Church Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 891 Friendship Baptist Church Rdjrflrrson. NC Sunday Evening Worship 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study 6:45PM Services en Espahol Sabados a las - 6:00PM Clascs de ESL Scrvicios a las - 7:00PM Sunday School10:0G am . ioniip& PrasplltOOom. Kvcnixj Wonhfo 6.00 pm. Mt. Paddy Church Pastor: Tim Rolen Presbyterian Church BflVRobhaaa - Pastor AdulLSunday School- 9:30 AM Worship Times: 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinli ah& Ry Streets. • Jeffcrren Sun.Momfoq Mass-9:00 am qMi& ' :00i'M Spanidi s-Callfor tines Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church Worship •10:30 A.M. Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 D eep Ford Rd., Lansing Sunday Schoolat10.00 am. Woidipatll :00 am. vSunday'Rvenrig W ttotfo atfe :00 pm. PxajerM eeting W dri. night,? K)0 pm. Sunday School9:50 a m. SundayM omiig W orahp 11:00 am. Sunday Eyajiig W ctoip 7 K)0 pm _. W odnealayilvairig Scrvce7 .*00 pm . "ALifeWfu^aLitogr JcfTer.son United Methodist Church Mt. Jefferson Baptist (Thurch Rev. J. Keith Franklin. Pastor We would love to have you come worship with us. Parish of the Holy Communion Seventh-Day Adventist Church (Episcopalian) Woishp *11 K)0 AM Sunday Preaching Service - 6:00 P.M. Sunday Sd*»l»10 £0 ael. Wednesday Prayer & Bible Sludy -7:00 P.M. M omiig W oniyp *11K)0 a m. Weharea limyand editor, dmbesmaiblife Smethport Independant Baptist Church Warrensville United Methodist Church 115 East Main St., Jefferson, NC (336) 246-9512 9 K)0 a m • Early W oniiifo 9:4b am .-Sunday School for allage6 11:00 am,.- Point alW orefofoSetvrr: > 192 Church Street Sunday Morning Wonhlp • 11:00AM Sunday Evenings (2nd Sunday School ~ 10:00AM Worship - 9:00AM West Jefferson United Methodist Church C omei of Second Streetand CoDege Auaiue W estxfefeson.Noitiri Canolirki Phone: 336-246-5292 8c 4th) • 7:00PM Sunday School - 9:45 A.M.* Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Children's Church and Nursery Provided Youth Services - Sunday • 6:OOPM Van Transportation Available We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! Pastor Home: 336-384-318# • Cell: 336-977-1009 Visitors become family M mens BuiHiw by Faith Ptrm Satmriay Services: Bfole School-10:00 AM Satbath W orriip -11:15 AM Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Phone - 982-3076 Sunday School • 10:00AM 336-384-3391 SundoyN ijhtServrBB6B0 pm W edneeday PiawiServre• 7^)0 pm of Warrens vitle Pastor: Kevin Morgan 336-667-6092 St. Mary's Church West Jefferson 8:30 a.m.»10:00 a.m. Welcome Home Baptist Church Office Phone: 33690-9419 • Ret. bmt Jones • Pastor Pastor James T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 Friendlv Grove Baptist Church Budc MountainRoad WoxJefbunr. 246-3820 Rev. Keith Casey 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson, NC (336) 246-4764 9:45 am . Sunday*:AmdaySchool 11:00 4 m .Siffiday *W orehfoServtoe 6:30 pm .Sunday •.'TundayNiglUSt'ivfo titOO pm .M onday *TE A M . lOKIOani .fucsday* VyfottteMominq . at)pm .We3neafe>»ylaya M atixj Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh >*9178 013H wy. 16 *Clumptr, NC. Sunday School -•10 ,-OOA M . SundayM omtoWarihpServrp- 11 :O0A M . Sun±tyE\xnhgWorihpServre-7K10PM I Wedtteday EyeingSetyrx? -7:00PM . Church: 982-9210 .pastor: 877-3769 Comephusfctra •pyfolwot^tpgyerfence. 846-7481 St Francis of Assisi Catholic Church iBHwy.221 NearGolfComasRd. stJefleraxi -Shoe1890 *846-3795 Jim Dawes, Minister SundayScbooll0:00am. MomrgWonjifc 11:00 am. Evaiiig Service 6:30pm . Hwy. 163 West Jefferson PastDrRiJiMilfer Sunday School • 9:30 A.M. C h.ilims Sunday School -10:00 AM Fleetwood, NC Pastor, Chris Cox Servres: Sunday School10 KX) am. W orrhp Sendee 11 £0 a m. WednesdayBfole Study 7:00pm. Youth C fere (MlStars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! "Lovtyyxi andwants you ID felbw dip w ih us aory Sunday!" StmtfeySctiodlt9:0(iJajn. SurthyW oitfipSetvfoafi -10:00a in'. Sunday KvwiiyScrvfcHs -8.-00 pjn. VTaiieffiay EveiiigSavtoe -7 S30 p m. We fovieyou ID ph us fot a Gal cmtiJusL &MIY WOKHVPMJ 3F«NAICE. Mount Jefferson Big Flatts Baptist Church Beaver Creek Christian Church North Beaver Baptist Rev. David Grinnell • 982-2(180 N ursety provided for all services ML Jefferson Church of the Nazarcne 384-2560 Baldwin Community Church Bald Mtn. Baptist Church Assembly of God Church Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Sunday Morning Worship 8:30AM and 11 :00AM Family Time - 9:30AM Sunday School - 10:00AM Pastor Jtm Francis MONDAY, TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY k 336-877-2801 495 Highway 194 South Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday Sdrool.9:45a m . SundayViordiip 11:00 am . , 'And He Id then .1s ferae to Bethany., and H e blared than " LuteG4:50 p.m. B oh r Mt h l M s - Y uh T a h r r t e ic el ah o t e c e SUNDAY JUNE 24 - PM SERVICE 6:00 Everyone Welcome! Bethany United Methodist Church 6:30 June 24th - 2Th Lessons • Fun • Food Pastor George Norris 246-2979 1220 Lynch Colvurd Rd.. Jefferson. NC Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. dig Springs Rd. Lansing Location: FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD Vacation Bible School Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA 9£ Bible School Bald Mtn Baptist Church HifrV- Church You are Cordially Invited to Attend: Memorial Hospital About people attended the graduation worship ser 225 P e s f a e d i on ls a / t PSALM 93:4 210 Faw Roland Street • Jefferson, NC • 846-4444 ^ heart. www.wjumc.net list yj Church Directory AY rc R EC! the Your u u i a e 1 0 Local UQJiS.es or \ m. Wtot-. Call: 336-846-7164 —V • « kJJLik. ... -m w. . To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 Comer of Hwy. RID-A-8UG 221 & Cherry St. Tiut 141 Lyalls Lane, Jefferson, NC (Just off A6he Rark Road) Open Mon-Frl • 7am-5pm 536-932-9321 Sears 246-7131 203 East 1" Street *West Jefferson, NC Convenient Days A Week 7 WLDMB T'OXSTIIROTIOX Commercial and Residential PO Box 972 • W«*t Jefferson, NC 336-246-6482 Fax: 246-6402 Dr Pepper Bottling Company K Termite & Pest Control 246-6077 H UMPHREY M ASONRY S UPPLY, I NC. Iv EXTERMINATING Jefferson West Jefferson 246-4591 246-4222 Mountain Aire Seafood & SteakUoase Weekh/ S/uriidties Ashe County Builders Supply Old Hwy 22 I S. Hcivrr Creek • WcM telle 336-246-3367 Ccmplinentsof *> v VANNOY CONITKUCriON Hwy 16 & 163 Intersection Mt. Jefferson Oil D ODGE • C HRYSLER • J EEP CMnv»i_an ffimmm —•— 55? 502 Jefferson Ave. •336-246-8806 BILL HART (iONSTBUCTION Jefferson, NC All Types Dozer Work Hauling & Trackhoe Work Home: 336-246-HART (4278) i: 336-846-7025 NC Inspections Auto Express ATFServks Uiiwu QanaJfa minor nepairs Tin Sales Kwik Lube. Inc. Owner/Manager • David Miller 608 W. Main Street • Jefferson. NC«246-59451 We Offer LP Gas • Gas Heaters Fire Logs • Cooking Equipment Call Pete at 246-7039 BLUERiTXE corp. H&W Oil Company 24-HOUR BURNER SERVICE crop Your Full 8arvice ON Company Call 846-9241 Ronnie Hopkins^ ASHE COINTY CHEESE Fy ftr MMRIR CMlr QMSI Oor Fresh Clwrnefl Butter 106 E. Main St. 246-2501 xoxvio.asUememorial.org West Jefferson 246-9969 Mon-Sat~8:30 AM - 5:30 PM The Jewel Shoppe 785 East Main Street . The Mountain Village Shopping Center 336-246-4155 Jeffirrson. NC High Country Paint & Performance 1358 W. King Street • Boone 828-264*0439 or 800452-0343 i|ijk PPG Pahts 3-M Producte Billy Blevins • Tommy Little O ,«K. JEFFERSON POST 203 South Second Ave. West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.jeffersonpost.com 336-846-7164 Fax: 336-846-7165 739 US Hwy 221 Bus (9 Serving Ashe County lor over 20 Years Boone, NC 200 Hospital Ave. Jefferson, NC 336-246-7101 CONSTRUCTION COMPANY "All Praite Be To (iod For Our Sueeest" \< 262-3700 VANNOY & SONS Glendale Springs, N.C. • 336-982-3060 IjMtj wy 828/ Pollarcl Glass PONTIAC BUICK Hwy 421 • Boone. NC CMtVRCnFT 828-264-9051 CDotctBmobaB www.mKltbfownlnc.com .1 rtorv 211 Burkett Avenue West Jefferson, NC 336-H46-4176 J) CARDINAL LANES Family Fun Canter SFmt "Church Groups Welcome" Discounted Rates Hwy 221. West Jefferson 336-246-7077 Evenings Qoo+te KuJsata, 9nc Your Local Equipment Dealer For All Your Equipment Needs 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap, NC 828-263-8464 • www boonekubota.com Wf Build Your Home I V- The Way You Want It lloMES www.classichomes Intersection US 221 & NC 163 • 1620 NC 163-E West Jefferson, NC • 336-246-3600 �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7A FRIDAY, JUNE 22, 2007 COMMUNITY EVENTS Southern Sounds to be featured at library this Friday June 22 "Hear the Sound" Charles Pettee will present a concert using banjo, harmonica, gui­ tar, mandolin, voice and a variety of hats in a wonder­ ful tapestry of music. Join us at the Ashe County Library for a family evening of hand clap­ ping and toe tapping fun. Free tickets available at the Ashe County Public Library. Friendly Grove Baptist Church invites you to join them in their Game Day Central Vacation Bible School, Rising 8th grad­ ers and graduating seniors will have VBS at the Baptist Campground on June 22-23. Transportation is available for both VBS's by calling Trish at 877-1506 & Cara at 846-9554. Pastor Gordon Rawls and congregation welcome you. Friendly Grove is located at 444 Buck Mtn. Road. 5-8 p.m.: Fish Fry at Fleetwood Community Center. Child's $6 and Adult's $8 includes; fish, hush pup­ pies, slaw, beans, dessert, and drinks. Generous portions. Come on out and support cen­ ter activities. Highway 221 5 and Railroad Grade Road, parking off Railroad Grade Road 6 p.m.: Bible School com­ mencement at Liberty Baptist Church on Silas Creek in Lansing, N.C. For more information or for trans­ portation call Pastor Russell Sheets at 982-2522 or Debbie Jones at 246-9696. 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.: Silas Creek Baptist Church will be hold­ ing Bible School June 17-22 from 6:30-8:30 nightly. There will be classes for all ages. Everyone Welcome! 6:30 p.m.: The Christian Unity Association of Separate Baptists invites you to attened Vacation Bible School at Bethel Separate Baptist Church June 18-22. Everyone is welcome to attend. 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.: Baldwin Community Church invites all children to attend Vacation Bible School June 18-22, when we will "Take the Plunge and Make a Splash with Jesus!" For more infor­ mation or transportation, call Candy Hardin @ 877-4726. 6:45 - 8:30 p.m.: Big Laurel CCCU will be having VBS June 20-24. Everyone wel­ come. 7 p.m.: Scottsville Baptist Church will begin Vacation Bible School Sunday, June 17 through June 22. The theme will be "Wild West Witness" There will be classes for all ages. The adult class will be taught by Rev. James Sechrest. For transportation call Bill or Marlene Whicker at 982-2917. Pastor Reverend Reeves Jones and congrega­ tion invites you to attend. 7 - 8:30 p.m.: Chestnut Hill Baptist Church invites you to join them in their Water Works Park Vacation Bible School. All Ages Welcome. 7 p.m.: Virginia-North Carolina Blue Ridge Crusade! Monday - Fright Nights at 7 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday Mornings at 10:30 a.m. Services by Brother Dewey W. Williams, Pastor of Belle Meadows Baptist Church, Bristol, Va./Tenn. Special sing­ ing each night, Everyone is welcome! Brother Mark Lundy - Music Leader. Large Choir Singing Nightly. (Anyone interested in participating in choir-practice at 6:15 p.m.) Crusade tent will be located behind the old Mr. Casual plant in Troutdale, Va. Located on Hwy 16, approx. 15 miles from Marion Va, and approx. 38 miles from Galax, Va. Saturday June 23 Friendly Grove Baptist Church invites you to join them in their Game Day Central Vacation Bible School, Rising 8th grad­ ers and graduating seniors will have VBS at the Baptist Campground on June 22-23. Transportation is available for both VBS's by calling Trish at 877-1506 & Cara at 846-9554. Pastor Gordon Rawls and congregation welcome you. Friendly Grove is located at 444 Buck Mtn. Road. 7 a.m.: Calvary Baptist Church WMU will hold a yard Sale & Bake Sale in the church parking lot. Calvary is located on Oak Ave. in West Jefferson. Pastor, Rev. Leon Miller & con­ gregation welcome you. 7-11 a.m.: The West June 23 from 4-8 p.m. They will be having free cotton candy, popcorn, sno-cones, hot dogs, inflatable slides, jewelry making, pictures with robots and games. Pastor Nathan Caporolie and congregation welcome you. Jefferson Lions Club will hold a Pancake Breakfast Saturday June 23, 2007 at the West Jefferson School cafeteria from 7:00am until will have their Vacation Bible School now through June 28. Cookout Saturday at 5:30 p.m. All are welcome! 11:00am. For only $6.00 you get all you can eat pancakes and sausage along with juice and coffee. So be sure to come out and join us June 23, 2007 and bring your family, friends and neighbors. This fundraiser is to help support the clubs SightFirst II campaign. For fur­ ther information or how to join contact a local Lion or come to a meeting at the Winners Circle every first and third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. 11 a.m.: Midway Baptist Church will hold a chicken BBQ, $7.50 a plate with pro­ ceeds going to Ashe County Relay for Life. Midway invites you to join them in their Game Day Central Vacation Bible School June 24-28th. Classes for all ages. Midway is located on Mt. Jefferson Rd. next to Wal-Mart. Pastor, Rev. Steve LeaShomb and congregation welcomes you. 6:45 - 8:30 p.m.: Big Laurel CCCU will be having VBS June 20-24. Everyone welcome. 11 a.m.: Fleetwood Fire and Rescue will have a chicken barbecue. Eat in or carry out. Noon until: Barbecue and Music at Glendale Springs Presbyterian Church. Half barbecue chicken, baked beans, cole slaw, roll and des­ sert for $6, eat-in or carry out. In the John Luke Memorial Building, located on John Luke Road. Trinity Baptist Church invites you to VBS June 25-29, 6:00 - 9:00 each night, their theme is Sonforce Kids VBS, Classes for Ages 4 years to 6th grade, Rides available: Call 828-2625751 or 336-982-5162. They are having a VBS Kickoff on For Sale 6:30-8:30 Jefferson p.m.: Baptist rally, missions, crafts, and snacks. There will be classes for all ages from nursery, 2 & 3 year olds, 4 & 5 year olds, 1st & 2nd grade. 3rd & 4th grade, 5th & 6th grade, 7th-9th grade, as well as a class for adults. So, please come and join with us as we worship the Lord and have fun in Vacation Bible School 2007! 6:30-8:30 p.m.: Bald Mountain Baptist Church will have a 7:45 p.m.: Son's Light Coffee House at Cornerstone Summit, 372 East King Street in Boone. Open to students in grades 7-12 and college. Everything is free! Call Dawn or David Ward at 828-264-2007 or go to www.sonlightministries.com for more information. Sunday June 24 10:30 a.m.: Mountain View Baptist Church will have their morning service with lunch to follow in the fellowship hall. There will be special singing throughout the afternoon with the dedication service beginningat 6:00 pm with Rev. Leonard Fletcher preaching. Pastor Denton Hart and the congregation want to invite everyone to attend this special service giving God the glory for all of His wonderful bless­ ings! 6 p.m.: Laurel Springs Baptist Church on Hwy. 18 S will have a gospel singing. The featured group will be Familiar Ground. Refreshments will be served following the singing. Pastor Dana Hines and the congregation invites everyone to attend. 6 p.m.: Bibie School at Gillespie Community Church begins tonight, and will con­ tinue at 6:30 p.m. on June 25-27. Classes from nursery to adult. For more information, call Pastor Jim Francis at 3842560. 6-8 p.m.: The High Country Christian Women's Club Game Day Central Vacation Bible School through June 29. Lessons—fun—food—every­ one welcome! 6:30 p.m.: Looking for a VBS that is different from all of the rest? Then look no further! Join us at Calvary Free Will Baptist Church in Glendale Springs and tune into "Station WGOD" where the good news is shared 24/7. Our VBS is exciting, innovative, and one of a kind! You will see live skits with costumed characters each evening. There will be news, weather, and sports pre­ sented from a biblical perspec­ tive. Each child will have the opportunity to learn, sing, and make crafts. Dinner and desert will be provided every night, and all participants will receive their own "Station WGOD" tshirt. But this VBS is not for children only. "Station WGOD" also has classes for adults of every age. So come on out, one and all. Limited transporta­ tion is provided if you'll contact us in advance. Set your cal­ endars for Sunday, June 24th through Thursday, June 28th. Each broadcast begins at 7:00 p.m. Commencement night is Friday, June 29th at 6:30 p.m. with dinner following in the church fellowship hall. For more information, directions, or to arrange transportation, call Beth Miller at (336)9823626 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743. Mount Church Centrifuge for Teens-July 1 at the 10:00 am worship ser­ vice, State Senator, Rev. Steve Goss will be bringing the mes­ sage. Jeff Nave is the pas­ tor and invites you at attend these services at Warrensville Baptist Church. invites all women of the area to join us for our meeting at Deerfield Fellowship, Deerfield Road in Boone. 6:45 - 8:30 p.m.: Big Laurel CCCU will be having VBS June 20-24. come. 6-8 p.m.: Midway Baptist Church will be having Vacation Bible School on through Thursday, June 28, entitled "Game Day Central!" Activities will be offered every evening,including: worship Everyone wel­ Monday June 25 Tuesday June 26 Thursday June 28 a.m.: Wool Pool at Alleghany Fairgrounds in Sparta. For more information, call 219-2650. 8-11 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: The Discipleship Ladies Bible Study will begin again on Thursday. June 28, 2007. The group meets at the Ashe Baptist Associational Conference Room. Beth Moore's "Breaking Free" will be the study guide for the next series of study. For more information and to order your Bible Study Book call Linda Blackburn @ 846-3596 or the Ashe Baptist Association Office at 246-5631. Come join a discipleship study for ladies, they would love to have you join them. 5-8 p..m.: Cruise-In for Kids at Smoky Mountain Barbecue in West Jefferson. The theme this month will by "The '50s" and we will be trying to encour­ age those who remember to get out their Brilcream, penny loafers, poodle skirts and sad­ dle shoes and cruise on in. Ongoing Events Alcoholics Anonymous Group meets on Mondays and Thursdays at Jefferson United Methodist Church at 7:30 p.m. - Closed Discussion and Saturday at noon - Closed "Big Book Study" - All meet­ ings are non-smoking. Wilkes Community College - Ashe Center Cont. Ed. Warrensville Baptist Church will offer, through June 30, continued on page 8A Everything you need all in one bundle. This property being sold at Judicial Sale / Dessie Ray Bare Estate (Subject to upset bid) Sale Date June 29, 2007 2:00pm &ts-Q 3rd Floor Ashe County Courthouse PROPERTY DIRECTIONS: From Jefferson take Hwy. 88E to right on Peak Creek Church Road to last road on left before Parkway (Hiram Bare Road). Go approximately 1/2 mile to property on left. 52 Acres located on Hiram Bare Road Laurel Springs, NC (Just of Blue Ridge Parkway) Sign up for your new broadband services in a SeiectSurf bundle by Ju V 6 and be registered to w in an iPod - (one prize every week!) 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June 12, from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm at the Ashe Campus. Tuition is $50. Notary: Monday and Tuesday June 18 & 19 from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm at the Ashe Campus. Tuition is $50. Computer Basics I: On Thursdays, beginning June Watauga Wellness Cancer 28 thru Aug 9. from 5:30 pm Program. A fitness program until 7:30 pm. Tuition is $60. for patients actively receiving For more information, call 846cancer treatment or those 3900. who have gone through treat­ The Episcopal Parish of the ment in the past year, as well Holy Communion will hold as spouses/caregivers. Meets May services at Saint Mary's In West Jefferson. Holy Tuesdays and Thursdays from Communion is celebrated at 12:00 -1:00 pm at the Wellness 10 a.m. Coffee hour immedi­ Center. Call Beth Ann Syers ately follows the service. For at (828) 266-1060 for more further information, call the information. Believe it or not, it's time church office. 983-3076 The Ashe County Summer Junior Tennis League will operate every Tuesday and Thursday. June 12 to July 19 from 10 a.m. - noon at the Ashe County High School ten­ nis courts. This league is open to both boys and girls, 3rd grade up. and the one-time registration fee is $10. Come by any Tuesday and Thursday and register. For more infor­ mation call Vickie Herman at 877-5656. Coping with Breast Cancer Treatment Learn to prevent lymphedema, fatigue, pain and soreness which can occur with treatment for breast cancer. Led by physical and occupa­ tional therapists who will share exercises, precautions, mas­ sage to help heal the body. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Inc. Class starts Monday, June 11th Meets the 2nd Monday of each month. Doors open at 5pm for informal sharing and oppor­ tunities to explore books and tapes in the Resource Room. Group lasts from 5:30-6:30. Location: Cancer Resource Center at the Seby B. Jones Cancer Center For more infor­ mation call the Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center at (828) 262-4332. for the 10-year high school reunion for the Northwest Ashe Mountaineers Class of 1997! The reunion will be held Landing Foods, Larry's Satellites and Bert's Baskets in downtown Lansing as well as the website. This year's fes­ tival will feature Tim O'Brien, Jeff Little, White Top Mountain Baftd and more. The Ola Belle Reed Homecoming Festival is a fundraiser for the Greater Lahsing Area Development Committee. For more informa­ tion, visit the website at www. 0labellefest.com. AL-ANON (for family and friends of addicted persons): Meets on Wednesdayd at the First Baptist Church in West Jefferson at noon. For details, call 384-1940. upuui iin ly _ raisers! Call 336-877-2924 for more info. Ashe County Dog Park Committee needs your dona­ tions for an upcoming yardsale. All proceeds go to the Dog Park IBLP Seminar (Institute In Basic Life Principles) The Bible truly does have the solu­ tions to all the problems and situations the human race ev er had or ever will encounter. S©@siw g®g~§®2-« the second Tuesday in each month at the Court House in Jefferson. These meetings are open to the public. New River Earth Institute NREI is a nonprofit educational at the old high school gym/ lobby (now Ashe County Middle School) on Saturday, July 14th at 1:30 p.m. Backyard Burger will be providing the food and drinks ($7 per person dona­ tions accepted at event. $3.50 for kids). We'll also have some Wilkes Community College music from the good old days - Ashe Center is offering: and, of course, your old friends Home Inspection Exam will be therel Invitations will Review On Monday, April 2 be mailed out to either cur­ thru June 11, from 6:00 pm rent addresses or permanent until 9:00 pm at the Ashe addresses. Feel free to email Center. Tuition is $55 your address to Beverly Miller Until September: Get a free at bevnicolel ©yahoo.com just Smoke Detector for your in case she doesn't have ft! home! It involves having You can also email her with either our fire marshal or a questions about the event. A participating local fire depart­ lot has been blocked off for us ment member go out to your home, fill out a short survey at Twin Rivers for anyone who wishes to continue the fun later. about any existing smoke Please call 866-982-3456 to alarms and provide some fire make reservations before June Safety education while com­ pleting the installation. This 15th . Just tell them you're with is made possible through the Northwest Ashe reunion. the Ashe County Emergency See ya'll therel Management Office. Call Advanced tickets are now Community Outreach with your on sale for the Ola Belle name, address and phone Reed Homecoming Festival number and it will be passed on August 17, 18 and 19. on to the Office of Emergency During the month of May Management and you will be get your 3-day pass for $15. contacted. Call 846-0781. Tickets outlets include the Ashe Ashe County Dog Park Arts Center in West Jefferson, Committee is seeking vol- Classmates - Please call or email with your current address, phone, e-mail, etc. If you would like to be part of the planning, let us know! We'll notify you of the next meeting. Contact: Jorena Koontz Barnes - 336667-7028 jorena.barnes© bankofamerica.com or Debbie Taylor Richardson - 336-3843605 glitch529@hotmail.com @®QD!W The Board of Elections meets foundation seeking to motivate individuals to examine person­ al actions, habits and values as they relate to environmental issues. It seeks to help indi­ viduals transform their lives by accepting responsibility for tire earth and acting upon a commitment to it. The institute Offers seven discussion cours­ es for the community. For information please call Vicki af 336-246-2166. Online www. NdwRiverEarthlnstitute.org Ashe Central High School Class of '77 30 Year Reunion Plans are * Underway!! For those who are interested in searching deep enough we are offering to host a "Basic Life Seminar" in our home. This will require a commitment of one night a week for two to three hours a session for eight weeks. There will be no cost. Refreshments will be available. Work books are provided. If you are interested or would like more information, you may call: Dale or Arma at: 336-3856129 or 336-877-7835 These animals are available for adoption. Munchkin Is the last of "Bella's pups" and has the best of attention here at ACHS. She is such a happy pup and now 8 wks old. playful, socialized and paper trained. Honey is a precocious little calico kitten of apx. 10 wks. She is being fostered by a loving volunteer and considers herself a "princess." Help us find her a permanent castle! Scout Is a laMieagle mix of apx 8 mos. She amd her brother Bandit love to romp and will need some outdoor space. ' Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a m, - 4 p.m. f-. AC Humane Society Pet Kesouru C enter is located' diiectly lit front of the Armory on Old Hwy 16, |§jg I i We also haw pets available for adoption on ou» web site * ''.www.ashehtimancsoclety.orv:, Mailing address: P.O. Box 177f * West jdlmson, NC 28694 If |Email: ashchumanc®'skybcsl.com ' | t(J - Adopt a New Best Friend!! Art for the Health of It: Expressive Arts Therapy For breast cancer survivors.. Through music, visual arts, movement, poetry and sto­ rytelling. we feel emotional release, inspiration, a sense of community and a remember­ ing of the beauty of life even in the midst of our darkest hours. We somehow know that all is not lost, and are rejoined to hope. Each class will explore a new expressive arts oppor­ tunity. You do not need to 'be an artist' to participate. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Inc. Program starts Monday, June 25, 2007 Meets the 4th Monday of each month. Doors open at 5pm for informal sharing and oppor­ tunities to explore books and tapes in the Resource Room. Group lasts from 5:30-6:30. Location: Cancer Resource Center at the Seby B. Jones Cancer Center. For more infor­ mation call the Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center at (828) 262-4332. Daddy, Although we live many miles away, 1 would (ike you to know you are thought of and loved every day. Love ya bunches, Your daughter Mary FEMALE WALKER COON- FEMALE BEAGI K, around 1 year HOUND MIX, 5 months old old. found on Spencer Branch Rd. / Lansing M ALE B OXER M IX, around 2 years old, found on Flatrock Rd. Crumpler wL W \ around 1 M FEMALE DSH, 'v year old ^ around 1 year old ASHE ANIMAL CONTROL 982-4060 The Pink Ribbon Program Staying Strong Beyond Breast Cancer This program of pilates-based exercises is designed to strengthen and create flexibility, balance and physical empowerment for anyone with breast cancer, whether newly diagnosed, in treatment, or a survivor of sev­ eral years. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Inc. Meets twice weekly for six weeks starting Monday, June 11 at the Wellness Center. Class is offered Mondays. 12-1 and Wednesdays, 6-7. Pre-registration is required as class size is limited. Call Kathie Billing to pre-register and for more information, (828) 262 0098. Breast Cancer Support Program Whether you have just been diagnosed with breast cancer, or are in treat­ ment or recovery, or a survivor of several years, this free sup­ port program offers opportuni­ ties to share issues specific to breast cancer in a support­ ive and understanding group. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Golf and Blue Ridge-Living on the New River. HomeSites from the $50s. New residences from the $200s. Call 1-800-292-6274 or visit our website at VisiMeffcrgonLanding.com. Jefferson Landing Ashe County. North Carolina \ �The final registration for the 2007 Ashe Youth Soccer League is scheduled for tomorrow at Wal-Mart from 9 a.m. till 1 p.m. The league will be signing up for the 3-4 year old division, 5-6 year old, 7-9 year old, and the 10 year old through 8th grade. All-Star teams prepare for battle Ashe County Baseball 9-10 year old Team 1 Jonathon Cox Michael Elliott Mason Hamilton Alex Laws Matthew Lee Bradley Lucas Alex Richardson Joseph Richardson Kendall Richardson Kaleb Sexton Alex Spencer Jake Tread way Coach Bill Richardson Coach Dusty Elliott Post photo by Teresa Roark Laws The 9-10 Ashe Team 1 got prepared for their upcoming tour­ nament by traveling to Alleghany for a scrimmage Wednes­ day evening. Ashe came out on top with a massive 25-3 victory over the Alleghany AII-StarTeam which gives predic­ tion of an exciting tournament for Ashe County teams. Post photo by Michael Graybeal Andrew Lopp fields this grounder and guns the ball to first during the 11-12 year old team's practice on Tuesday. by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor Post photo by Michael Graybeal Bradley Richie scoops up a ground ball during practice for the 9-10 Ashe Team 2 on Tuesday evening at practice. As the end of the little league season wound down here in Ashe County, many players anticipated the selection of the Little League All-Star teams. Last Saturday, tryouts were held for the All-Star teams and Ashe County is hosting five teams this year. In the boy's division, Ashe County filled two rosters in the 9-10 year old division but only one team in the 11-12 division. In the women's division, Ashe County is hosting two teams, one in the 9-10 year old division and one team in the 11-12 year old division. Little League All-Star tournaments are a double elimination format and districtseven usuallyfeatures over ten teams. In the double elimination format, if a team loses a game, they still have a chance of battling back and having a shot at winning the division and advancing to the State Tournament, but they must win out their games from the losers bracket and the division champion will be determined by a game See All-Stars, page 2B Ashe County Softball 9-10 year old team Hallic Brown Abby Cole Sloan Elliott Sierra Lucas Taylor May Jenna McNeill Makensie Shatley Alexis Parks Emily Poteat Zoe Richardson Kearia Trivette McKenzi Wallace Bridgette Wilson Coach Terry Elliott Coach Steve Brown Coach Keith Wilson Industrial softball starts Ashe County Parks and Recreation opened up their annual Industrial Softball League Tuesday evening ation Staff as the season was kicked off. The 2007 season had nine teams on the schedule and the Parks and Recreation have games scheduled for Mountain Advantage 8 the nine teams UPM 8 throughout the summer. The UPM 18 season started with five games LPB 1 on Tuesday Liddlcs Plumbing 4 evening. Out of the five games, three of them were decided in the final inning. The results of the games from Tuesday are listed below. The league resumed on Thursday with another set of games. Look for results in Tuesday's pa­ per. 11-12 year old team Softball Scores from Hiesday June, 19 defeated Rollins Auto 13 defeated Brickslone Pizza 19 defeated AF Bank/ Ashe Co. Builders 12 defeated Appalachian Utilities 10 defeated Ashe County Softball 11-12 year old team Cheyenne Blevins Sarah Gentry Sammi Greer Miranda Harper Virginia Johnson Amber Lane Autumn Poe Taylor Price Whitley Privette Kala Regan Courtney Sturgill Kaitlyn Turner Nikki Wolford Kelly Woods Anna Wooten Coach Jim Wooten Coach Freddie Gentry Ashe County Baseball at Ashe Park. The first day was an exciting time for the athletes, spectators, and even the Parks and Recre­ Appalachian Utilities 9 Ashe County Baseball 9-10 year old Team 2 Hunter Barnes Drew Baldwin Tristan Blevins Dakin Christoferson Jamison Cline Chase Connor Josh Goodman Nathaniel Johnson Joseph Lowder Maison McNeill Austin Price Bradley Richie Kendall Wagoner Coach Jeff Walters Coach Patrick Richie Coach Rick Baldwin Post photo by Teresa Roark Laws Coach Bill Richardson works with Mason Hamilton, of the 9-10 Ashe Team 1 on the proper hitting technique during the team's first practice. Cullen Ashley Luke Barker Jonathan Barlow Christopher Cole Sam Gammons Grayson Gilley Cameron Guyton Chad Hopkins Zak Lawrence Dylan Lewis Andrew Lopp Jamie Weaver Coach Ken Guyton Coach Vic Gammons Coach Robbie Howell Wildcats finish strong • If,' . : . Post photo by Michael Graybeal The pitcher for Rollins Auto delivers a pitch which was con­ verted into an out during their victory over UPM on Tuesday evening. Post photo courtesy of Kelley St. Germain The Wildcats claimed second place during a USSSA-sanctioned tournament in Kingsport, Tennessee. First Row (L:R): Jesse lllich, Justin St. Germain. Second Row (L:R): Cody Rominger, Jake St. Germain, Hunter Isaacs, Eli Gailes, Mathew Hamilton, Carson Isaacs. Third Row (L:R): Manager Kelley St. Germain, Coach Bobby Rominger, Aury St. Germain, Cameron Guyton, Tyler Sturgill, Jackson Barker, and Coach Teddy Isaacs. Post photo by Michael Graybeal Andy Blevins digs in for a base hit during UPM's tough 13-8 loss to Rollins Auto Tuesday evening. Local boys claimed an honor this past weekend when the Wildcats, which is comprised of boys from Ashe and Watauga counties traveled to Kingsport, Tennessee for the 11U United States Specialty Sports Association sanctioned Southern Summer Bash and earned a placing of second in the tour­ nament. The Wildcats split games as they squeezed by their first opponents, but lost the second game to finish as runner-up. In the first game, Cameron Guyton led the Wildcats, as he was able to re­ main on the mound the entire game and earned the win for his team. Aury St. Germain pushed the Wildcats' offense along to victory as he delivered three doubles in the contest. The Wildcats were able to pull out the 10-9 defeat of the Bristol Cyclones to set up the following game against the East Tennes­ see Select Team. The scorching weather appeared to play a toll on the team, as the thermom­ eter was continually hovering above 90 degrees and the team played back-toback games. The Wildcats battled with the select team, but came up short in the end and were awarded second place. �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, JUNE 22, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS 'Girls Got Game' Basketball Camp June 26, Tuesday through June 28, Thursday 9 a.m. till noon at Ashe County High School For Rising 1st Grade Girls thru Rising 8th Grade Girls • CAMP GOAL The purpose of Girls Got Game camp is to develop and improve basketball skills in a hard-work­ • • • ing yet fun environment. WHO IS ELIGIBLE Girls Got Game camp is open to any girl entering the first through eighth grade. COST If you register at the door, the camp fee will be $60. The cost of the camp is includes a camp T-shirt, limited insurance policy (Lunch will not be provided). WHAT TO BRING Participants are required to wear only court shoes. Participants may also want to bring extra money for concessions, which will be sold each day during break. SPECIAL INFORMATION Participants will not be allowed to chew gum in the gyms. Trophies will be awarded to winners of Hot Shot, Free Throws, One on One competitions, and drib­ bling competitions for younger players. REGISTRATION INFORMATION Please mail registration and release forms, along with $20 deposit to ... "GIRLS GOT GAME" Basketball Camp ATTN: Laura Foster PO Box 450 West Jefferson, NC 28694 'Girls Got Game' REGISTRATION FORM PLAYER NAME: GRADE IN FALL 2007: AGE: SCHOOL: Parent's Name: Address: Home Phone Number: Work Phone Number: T-Shirt Size (Adult sizes) X-Small Small Medium Large X-Large RELEASE FORM I hereby authorize the staff of "Girls Got Game" Checks made out to... "Girls Got Game" Basketball Camp Diamond Stars Baseball Camp June 25-28 Camp Director: Ronnie Pruitt. Head Varsity Baseball coach at ACHS (4 years). Graduated from UNC-Wilmington. Past experience includes Head JV and Assistant Varsity Baseball coach at Jordan-Matthews High School. Camp Goal: To teach the basic fundamentals of baseball and game competition. Cost: $45 for Pre-Registration or $50 on first day of camp Boys who are rising 4th through 9th graders are eligible for the camp. The camp will be held on the Ashe County High School fields. Participants are required to bring their own equipment: cleats, bat, glove, pants, etc. For more information call Coach Ronnie Pruitt at (336) 977- 9714 to act for me according to their best judgment in any emergency requiring medical attention, and I hereby waive and release "Girls Got Game" from any and all liability for any injuries or illnesses while at "Girls Got Game". I have no knowledge of any physical impairment that would be affected by my child's par­ ticipation in "Girls Got Game" Basketball Camp. Player Name: Parent/Guardian Signature: Date: J The Ashe County Optimist Club will host their annual Women's Tri-Star Basketball Contest on Wednesday, June 27 at noon. The contest is free to girls that are 8 to 13 years old. The contest consists of competitions in dribbling, shooting, and passing. The Optimist Club will award prizes to each age. Diamond Stars Registration Form Age: Grade in Fall '07: Player name: School: Parent(s) name(s): Address: Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest Winner We do not have a winner for this week's Home Phone #: Emergency Contact Name and #: T-Shirt Size (Adult Sizes): Jefferson Post Work Phone #: NASCAR Contest. No one correctly chose the race winner, Carl Edwards. Thank you for all of your entries! Please play the Jefferson Post Medical Information Contest again next week! Allergies: Any conditions that physicians should be aware of: Auction Release Form June 30, 2007 10 a.m. I hereby authorize any medical treatment which may be advised by a doctor. I acknowledge and understand that in participating in this camp, the possibility exists that my child may sustain an injury. 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The Ashe #2 team was not as fortunate as their friends and will be traveling to Wilkes County to face their neighboring county Alleghany. Theolder baseball division, the 11-12 year old team is NASCAR scheduled to play Happy players" competing in each Valley on the road for their age group. Not only does first game on June 30. With a each team have older, more victory against Happy Valley, experienced players, but the the team would then host teams also have deep benches Morganton on July 7 here also. The smallest roster of in Ashe County, but a loss the group is the 9-10 year could put the team traveling old baseball team one, which to face either Wilkes County has 12 players listed on the or Watauga County. roster, and then the largest The girls' softball action team is the softball 11-12 gets underway on July 7 year olds who have 14 players when the 9-10 year old team listed on the roster. Each host a game at Ashe Park team has the advantage of and then the 11-12 year old having a deep bench that is team follows up two days full of quality players to add later when they will host a to their already impressive game at Ashe Park also on array of pitchers, fielders, July 9. and batters which combine Each team is expected to create some deadly teams. to advance far into the Best of luck Ashe tournament and represent Ashe County in a good fashion. County All-Stars!! Each team is benefitting from the redesigned Little League cut-off date for the birthdays and are able to have "older To Show You This Outstanding Property, Sales Representatives will be on property from 2-4 pm on June 24 or coll for appointment or brochure 276238-8373. Visit our website for photos & more information at www.aldermanauction.com. Directions—From Independence go Rt. 21 North 9.1 miles then turn right on Carsonville Rd., go 3.2 miles on Carsonville Rd. Turn left on Hines Branch Rd., go 1.2 miles on Hines Branch Rd. Then turn left on Morning Dove Lane into property. Announcements made day of sale take precedence over ail printed material. Photo by Michael Graybeal The first baseman for the 9-10 Team 2 fields a ground ball during practice on Tues­ day evening. Alderman Auction and Associates, LLC 7338 Carrollton Pike, Galax, Va. 24333 276-238-8373 Richard Alderman VAAL#422 NC #4119 A NIGHT TO REMEMBER January 19, 2005 will always be a night to remember for me. At 11:15PM I was having the symptoms of a heart attack. I quickly went to Ashe Memorial ER because I have confidence in both the hospital and the staff. You never know how important your local hospital is until you need it - especially in an emergency. Words will never be able to express my thanks and appreciation to all of the ER staff that cared for me that night. I honestly do not believe you could get better care from any other facility. I also was pleasantly surprised at 1:30 AM on that cold and blustery night to see my family physician, Dr. Chan Badger, arrive to assist the ER staff with my diagnosis and care. I am glad that I have my family physician located in Ashe County and that I made Ashe Memorial my Hospital of Choice. My continued care and improvement has been provided by the knowledgeable and supportive staff of Mountain Hearts Center for Prevention and Wellness. You don V have to suffer a heart attack to benefit from their excellent senices. Begin a fitness program now! Call the staff at Mountain Hearts Center to get started - H46-0744. I strongly encourage everyone to: 1) Use your local health care providers and hospital. 2) Know the symptoms of a heart attack and get to the hospital right away. Post photo by Michael Graybeal Sam Gammons, a member of the 11-12 team, snags this bouncing line drive during fielding practice at their practice Tuesday at West Jefferson Park. 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Jefferson Mortgage is capable of of obtaining a Rural Development Government Guarantee that makes a 100%. no PMI loan available to average households. • Closing costs arc the same as a loan without a government guarantee. • Reliable income and good credit are required. High Meadows Golf & Country Club Home Sites Available Ranging from $59,500 to $98,500 Membership to High Meadows Country Club Included If you are in the process of buying a home or just thinking about purchasing a home and the lake. Enjoy fishing or docking from your own pier. This home otters seclusion and a gorgeous view. Home is equipped with ADT security system. MOTIVATED SELLER! $169,500. FARMHOUSE * Great 3BR, 2BA, doublewide mobile home w/living room and separate den. Potential for great views. Plenty of room for families. Outbuildings for extra storage. 126 Robv Poe Road Steps from the back patio lead all the way to IN WALNUT HILL - Ultimate country 153023. HUCKLEBERRY RIDGE ROAD Mt. Jefferson Mortgage 236 Olde River Club Way Sparta, NC Overlooking an astounding view of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the New River, this brand new custom designed home is set on 2 acre, within The Okie River Club. On this 150 acre gated estate, only 20 families will share this private community. From the rock hearth in the great room, the large living and dining rooms, state of the art kitchen and media room to the old southern style this elegant 4 bedroom ).5 bath home will simply captivate you! $965,000 for windows with an interlayer that is 100 times more rigid than the industry standard. As with windows, doors that pass Miami-Dade County testing are designed to stay in place, even during severe weather. 2. Repelling Heavy Moisture Homes take a pounding from rain, hail, snow, and even high humidity. Lengthy periods of exposure to moisture can easily deteriorate windows and doors, causing decay and inviting insect infestation. Finding products that help defend against water absorption is key for moisture protection. Shop for treated wood that's guaranteed to resist decay and products that offer low-maintenance and high-performance benefits, such as vinyl 153844. CHESTNUT HILL Spacious 4BR, 1BA, doublewide with a two room addition & 3.565 acres with abundant wildlife. This home features a large front yard with two creeks on the property. $109,000. setting! Remodeled old farmhouse overlooking well groomed pasture. This 3BR, 1BA home is in a secluded area at the end of road in nice neighborhood. Approximately 6 miles from downtown Jefferson. $179,500. 153320. 59 ACRES - Fabulous tract of land with breathtaking long range views and river views. Fabulous creeks, springs and pond on the property. There are several great building sites for a large private family retreat or property had development Land Listings: potential. Motivated Seller! $500,000. 154859. 5.05 ACRES ON BOGGS ROAD - Beautiful, secluded tract close to the river and nestled in the woods. Perfect cabin site. Land lies very well and has abundant wildlife. Property.has river and mountain views Very nice piece of already surveyed property. $225,000. 154879. 1.167 ACRES IN WALNUT HILL - Incredible views of the surrounding ' mountains. Gorgeous views of Phoenix Mountain and Little Phoenix Mountain. This building site is just minutes from Jefferson, West Jefferson and Shatley Springs Restaurant, yet offers a peaceful, quiet setting. $55,500. THIS IS ONLY A SMALL PORTION OF THE PROPERTIES WE OFFER FOR SALE. FOR COMPLETE LISTS, CALL OR COME BY OUR OFFICE IN WEST JEFFERSON. want additional information contact Mt. Jefferson Mortgage at 982-6020. 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The word 'summer' is derived from the Old Norse word, sumar. Tic-Tac-Toe e Find a friend to play the three rounds of tic-tac-toe with. The person that wins the most games out of the three, wins? During the summer in the United States, kids are on break from school. This is a time that they are able to play summer sports, swim, and spend time on vacations with their families. Picnics are popular, as well as certain foods and drinks, like watermelon and lemonade. During the summer many crops, such as peaches, plums and strawberries, are ready for harvest. These are just a few things that make summer so enjoyable. . J J I Summerwords hiddenWord Search Fun in the puzzle below. J " I Circle the [Summer Sun usinc the clues provided. Croijword Time Which Picture it Different? A M S V G G D C S M X J Y G T Q L R B K Solve the puzzle by Circle the picture that is not the same. I I T K T WF C 0 N F L T L P Q X TID'JJ 'ID IAZISJS LzUJiDsizidal T G Lemonade is a summer favorite for many people. 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Carolina cry 88 Chihuahua of encour­ dough agement? 89 Chihuahua 47 Seizes snack suddenly 91 Italian port 51 Join the 92 Dwell leisure 93 "Scatl" 95 Illinois cry of class? 52 Item for surprise? 37 Down 97 Sampras and Rafter 98 Weeding tool 100 Duration 102 Chemical suflix 103 Buy off 106 See 129 Across 108 Orient 112 Uproar 113 Mr. Diamond 114 Least liberal 119 Gravelvoiced 120 Thailand, formerly 121 Michigan cry of chagrin? 122 Senator Kefauver 123 Cultural grp. 124 Nautical adverb 125 Concluded 126 Hackneyed 127 Big man on campus 128 Cunning 129 With 106 Across, legendary drummer on 6 Barbie or Ken 7 Unem­ ployed 8 Sock part 9 "Le Misan­ thrope" playwright 10 Minneapolis suburb 11 Helped 12 Composer Delibes 13 Massachu­ setts cry of contempt? 14 Author Jong 15 Symbol 16 Forebodings 17 "Boss" Tweed's nemesis 19 What you used to be 24 Actor Kilmer 28 Baby basset 29 Egyptian viper 31 Playwright Fugard 33 Taj town 34 Sleuth Nancy 35 Kids connect DOWN 1 Home or them Olin 37 Jockey giant 2 "He's — Picker" ('14 38 Darjeeling dress song) 3 German 39 Revolution­ valley ary Guevara 4 Church areas 41 Drollery 5 Fit to feast 42 Psychic Geller 43 Inclination 45 Tennyson tale 46 — rummy 48 About 49 Bank deposit? 50 Bum a bit 54 Quiet 56 Colors 59 Maugham's "Cakes and —" 61 Pro-gun grp. 63 Saucepan 64 Drillers' org. 65 TV's "Murder, — Wrote" 66 Huff and puff 67 Feels sore 68 Impertinent 69 Cops' org. 70 — grease 71 Indeed 72 Grievance 75 "Typee" sequel 79 Sgt. or cpl. 80 — Carta 81 Improve oneself, in a way 83 Turn right 84 DDE s Kedecessor 85• TII coin Tiny 86 Genesis setting 87 Hawaii's state bird 90 Veneration 91 Freeway ,3 sounds 94 Idaho cry of excitement? 96 Jack of "The Odd Couple" 99 Poetic preposition 101 "Hiroshima" author 103 Good time 104 Dreadlocked one 105 Set in motion 106 Kevin of "In & Out" 107 Range rope 109 Actress Meyers 110 Seafood selection 111 Accent feature 112 Mus. directive 114 — con­ tendere 115 Summit 116 "The NeverEnding Storyauthor 117 WWII gun 118 "The —Is High" ('80 hit) 120 Crestfallen 121 Lummox 14 15 16 03 I s: STAN SMITH'S TENNIS CLASS KEEPTHE iSynflcau Inc Wortflrypwnwervw! 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HBO® and Cinemas® are service marks of Home Box Office, Inc. �PAGE 6B FRIPAY/ JUNE 22, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy 140-Help Wanted Hflbilitfltive... JsehnLclan positions available NOW in the Ashe County area. One on one habilitative serv­ ices needed for clients with various develop­ mental disabilities. HomeCare offers ex­ cellent training and su­ pervision, offering up to $14.00 per hour for certain cases and serv­ ices. These positions require a GED / High School diploma and a valid NC drivers' licens, while HomeCare pro­ vides all other neces­ sary training. Exper- CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm CLASSIFIED DEADLINES Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. 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Call 846-7164 100-General Services STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem, NC Phone: 336-768-1177 Res.:336-468-8802 Bill Shugart 140-Help Wanted ATTENTION CNA I'S: PT and FT positions available for Home Care in Ashe County. urn Benefits with MileSURANCE available after 90 days. Call Tammy Jones at (800) 790-7483 Toll Free. Come Join the Frasers Teaml Looking for exper­ ienced bartenders for new sports bar, dining room servers and dish­ washers. Apply in person or call: 336-246-5222 Truck Driver Needed Class A CDL's required Must have 2 years experience Local and Long Distance Driving available Pay based on load Call between 8:00 & 4:30 for details 336-982-3667 J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! PERSONNEL ASSIS­ TANT IV (160-040702) Open until filled. FT with New River Be­ havioral Healthcare's Human Resources, work base Watauga. Duties: processing personnel information, developing reports, monitoring and followup for policy and proce­ dures and other HR du­ ties as directed. Mini­ mum requirements: High school diploma and 2 yrs assistant/secretarial experience, preferably one year experience in a personnel office or equivalent education and experience. Must be skilled in computer technology, communi­ cations, and data entry. Typical hiring-range $24,744-$28,224. Sub­ mit state application to: Watauga Employment Security Commission, 207 Winkler's Creek Road, Boone, NC 28607. Open until fil­ led. Criminal records check and pre-employ­ ment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE. 250-Furniture Brand New Tables: Bob Timberlake, Southern Living & other new furniture. Tables $450 - $650, Call 336-982-4027 or 828-406-4539 260-Garage/Yard Sales 'There will be a HUGE 4 or 5 family yard sale* on Hwy 163 be­ tween WJ Car sales and Frink Dillard Rd. Look for sighs. June 22 and 23. If rain, will be on later date. Community Yard Sale 8 a.m. until ? We supply the FREE space - You supply the table, tent and items for sale Rain or Shine (Indoor Space) Call 800-233-1505 or 359-2995 In Va. call 276-5794581 to reserve space or for questions Burgiss Farm 294 Elk Knob Rd. Laurel Springs, N.C. 260-Garage/Yard Sales 310-Musical 1J ms i•Jen jMjriw 6-23-07 Yard Sale - Rain or Shine 695 Roby Poe Rd. (Turn left off of Ashe Central School Rd. onto Roby Poe Rd. Yard sale on left. Signs & Balloons) We lease Pianos. New & Used Grands. We buy, sell, tune, move, refinish & rebuild pianos. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 Tools, knives, small antiques, kids clothes, women's plus sizes, shoes, home interior, house­ hold items, 4000 Ya­ maha generator - like new Huge Indoor Yard Salel Friday & Saturday June 22 - 23 4932 Old Hwy 16,1/2 mile past Blevins Sub Shop on Right. Follow the signs to top of the hill Incredible Multi-Family Yardsale! Mark your Calendar) July 7th - 7 a.m. Furniture, tables, chairs, TVs, clothes, books, jewlery, dishes, household and kitchen goods, exercise equipment, baby equipment, old stuff and antiques, Christmas decora­ tions, everything un­ der the sun! 244 Luther Road (Road Beside Ashe Federal in Jefferson) Jefferson, N.C. Look for the Signs Multi-Family Yard Sale Saturday, June 23 7 a.m. until ? Lots of items includ­ ing household items, women's and children's clothing, and much more 209 Valley Drive. Jefferson Just off of McConnell Street. Multiple Family Benifit Yard Sale Lots & Lots of items Friday: 8 until ? Saturday 8 until 2 Take Hwy 163 s from Ingles Talmadge & Sharon Trivett Take a right to 265 Ola Greer Rd, West Jeflerson Signs Posted v-v.iiMii: KITS Are available at the Jefferson Post for purchase. Each kit includes: 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only $5.95 each YARDSALE Saturday, June 23 7:30 a.m. - ? Home of Claude and Jean Roland 9690 NC Hwy. 88 West, Warrensville YARD SALE... Saturday, June 23 8 a.mj Fishing lures galore! Table lamps, HP Computer and Color Printer, Numerous miscella­ neous items. Directions: Deep Ford Road to Lyalls Acres Drive... Then follow the signs YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 Copy and payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tuesday Edition Friday by 9 am Friday Edition Wednesday by 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. 290-Horses & Livestock PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 300Miscellaneous BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press. 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. Plan now for your Yard Sale and advertise in The Jefferson Post. 500-Mobile Homes for Sale Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information ATTENTION: ALL FU-. TURE HOME BUY­ ERS!! Just in 4 MONTHS Winter Will Be Upon Us. You Need To Buy Now So You Can Be In Your New Home Before Cold and Snowy Weather Sets In. Call For Appoint­ ment At 336-973-2335 Freedom Homes Ask For D S Prevette. For Sale: 1 year old very well built dog house, never used. Tan with Green shin­ gles. For small or medi­ um sized dog. Paid $100, sell for $40. Call 877-7845 Check Out the ~ LOOKING TO BUY YOUR FIRST HOME?? Great package for first time buyer land home packages!! 336-973-4462 NEW GOVERNMENT LOANS!! New 3-4 Bedroom land/home packages. Qualifying hot line 336-973-4462 PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. WE GET ER DONE!! New land home doublewide and modulars Available now.... GOVERNMENT MAKES DOWN PAYMENT New Generation Homes 336-973-4462 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap 530-Lots & Acreage Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 336-877-2330 Local Couple wishing to buy 20-100 acre farm w/ pastures. House & Outbuildings a plus. Must be no more than 20 minutes from Jefferson. Call 336-620-2390 Let me help you to create unique logos, brochures, business cards, booklets and camera ready ads. 460-Mobile Homes for Rent 3 bedroom. 2 bath Mobile home, located in Friendship Park, Jefferson, NC. $450 non-refundable deposit plus $450 for first month rent. No pets. Will also sell. Call 336982-5072 after 6 pm Carolyn K. Marmie Administrator for the Estate of Reeber Lee Kilby }V k 1 IWji* Now taking applications • A M ***• DID YOU KNOW? Must be available for all shifts. Advancement opportunities DIAMONDS AREN'T A GIRL'S BEST FRIEND. Beauty starts on the inside, where women in their late teens and early twenties need strong bones to help prevent conditions like osteoporosis later in life. Regular weight-bearing exercise and a calcium-rich diet are the best lifestyle measures. For more information and advice, visit aaos org and rjos.org. Ox <4>. 0« ou-,. Ox moring. for management training. Previous experience required. V ' <«i«ic«x mtiMr or OtIIOMItIC IKItlOH •UTM IHCKI0R OITMMCtlC MCICTT available. No phone calls, apply in person. vmmn CAN'T TOUCH THIS!!! NEW MODELS DOUBLEWIDES, LAND/HOME No CREDIT!!! 1ST TIME HOME BUYERS QUICK APPROVAL 336-973-4462 Our Classifieds reach everyone in the county? High-end quality at reasonable rates. No job too big or too small. For more information, please call Firefly Graphx at 336-982-5145 or email go to work for youl Call us at 336-846-7164. Do you enjoy working with parents and children? Ashe Partnership for Children is seeking 2 fulltime parent educators to work with parents in our literacy program and our home based parenting education program. Educators will also offer parent education classes to the public and be responsible for our awesome on-site Cooperative Play Center and play groups. A four year degree in a related field is required. Salary range is $20,000 - $25,000. Good benefits and excellent working conditions. Apply at Employment Security Commission and fill out an application and submit a resume. 1 1195-Legals m Commercial Buildings for rent. West Jefferson, 3500 sq ft. all or 1/2. Lansing - 1100 sq ft. Call for details, 561-750-7512 day of ' Let our Classified Ads Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC 'One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments 'Handicapped accessible 'Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available 440-Offices, Bldgs., For Rent/Lease or Sale Having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of Reeber Lee Kilby, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 1180 N Fork New River Rd, Lansing, NC 28643 on or before the 10th day of September, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. FOR HIRE 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent BIG RESULTS! NOTICE TO CREDITORS 1115Professionals SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. Little Classifieds... Publication Dates: June 8, June 15, June 22 This the 6th June, 2007. 550-Real Estate Wanted 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab. V-8, CD. AC. Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. For Rent: 3 Bedroom House on West Buck Mountain Rd. 1 st month rent and deposit required. Call after 6 p.m. at 877-4059 By: John T. Kilby PO Box 24 West Jefferson, NC 28694 336/246-3144 ATTORNEY FOR PLAINTIFF Mobile Homes by FREE TO GOOD HOME: 4 black kittens. 3 have some white on belly, one is solid black! 3 females and 1 male. 982-8260 FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our "for rent" sections. Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 KILBY & HURLEY Local Dealers 2003 GMC Envoy SL. 94,500 (highway) miles. 4WD. New tires & brakes. Body great condition, dark blue, leather, sunroof, PDL, PB, PW. $12,500 OBO. Call 336. 846-1657, Jonathan Jordan This the 31st day of May, 2007. the latest deals on FREE KITTENS! Four Gray and One Black! Call 336-982-2432 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale You are required to make defense to such pleading no later than the 9th day of July, 2007, said date being 30 days from the first publication of this notice, and upon your failure to do so the party seeking service against you will apply to the Court for the relief sought. Jefferson Post for Free Kittens to a Good Home! 3 Beautiful Black Kittens. Call 336877-3008 GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb Take notice that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed the 20th day of April, 2007 in the above entitled civil action. The nature of the relief being sought is as follows: the Plaintiff is seeking a Divorce. ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. AKC Bloodhound, all shots, 4 mo.s old. Ex­ cellent pet. $250. Call 877-1989 For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 named Defendant: 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 330-Pets i 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of Carrie Hamby Hudler, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 141 Cherry Hill Ridge, Jefferson, NC 28640 on or before the 10th day of September, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 1st day of June, 2007. Sarah Elizabeth Hudler Executrix for the Estate of Carrie Hamby Hudler NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DIVISION FILE NO. 07-CVD-154 MELINDA BRYNN HAWKINS (JACKSON), Plaintiff vs BRANDON KIRK HAWKINS, Defendant THE OAKS Eye strain from computer use is the number one complaint of office workers. Talk fo your eyecare professional about computer eye­ wear to help prevent eye strain. Th# Virion Council ol America wconawmU regular «yt nam* for you awl your family fo misui* healthy rtitaa. & NOTICE OF SERVICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION Check Yearly See dearly- To: BRANDON KIRK HAWKINS, the above www.checkyearly.com •A Affordable Home Ownership at the foot of Mt. Jefferson Currently under construction - approximately 1.028 heated sq. ft. of pure heaven! Exceptional views. 2 BR, 2 Bath, ceramic tile, passive solar heat, plus many other features. Energy Star certified. Advanced Energy certified, and meets standards of NC Healthy Built Homes. Perfect for small family. Advantaged financing available for qualified applicants. Call today while you can select interior colors and fixtures! (828) 264-6683 Northwestern Housing Enterprises, Inc. 869 Hwy 105 Extension, Boone, NC 28607 An equal housing opportunity agency �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JUNE 22, 2007 PA G E 7B COMMUNITY NEWS Land Trust protects tract in Piney Creek Blue Ridge Rural Land Trust (BRRLT) has recent­ ly recorded a conservation easement on the 82-acre wooded tract in Piney Creek, Alleghany County, owned by Bob and Carol Black. This easement protects several hundred yards of Prather's Creek, a stocked trout stream, 80 acres of mixed hardwoods and pine wood­ land, and a raven nest site on the abandoned quarry face. Protection of this tract was made possible by the ex­ treme generosity of Bob and Carol Black, who donated this conservation easement to BRRLT. James Coman, Ex­ ecutive Director of BRRLT, noted " It is only through the generosity of people like the Blacks that BRRLT has been able to protect the amount R U R A L LAND TRUST A P P A L A C H I A N of acreage that it has in the past ten years. This easement dona­ tion is the 12th for BRRLT in Alleghany County, bringing our total of land protect­ ed in the county to 1490 acres. Five more tracts in Alleghany should be under ease­ ment with BRRLT by the end of 2007, add­ ing about 1350 acres to this total." Bob and Carol Black said "We be­ lieve that the most important gifts we enjoy are that of Na­ ture; the land, the water, the air. These things, unfortunate­ ly, are no longer free. Development, with its use and abuse of P O (ft R E S O U R C E ISR LAWN CARE Northwest Lawn Care, Inc. • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation • Plumbing/Electrical Weddings Affordable Decorated Wtddlnq Candelabra RentaU "Lanjc Selection' SiUt Flowers and Greenery Delivery, Set-up and Pick-up Seasonal Opening A Closing Ail types ol repairs and maintenance tor your home or business. All calls returned. Maintenance Contracts by request. Call for Appointment Herb Mckittrick -V Lawn Services i 336-982-9725 ^ Cell: 336-977-1455 336-384-9192 Lot Maintenance care services for full and part lime residenls of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. ^ Minor Landscaping "Since I9S9" 9464 Hwf 16 N • Grassy Creek, NC 28631 Serving Aslte & Alleghany Counties FREE ESTIMATES Thomas Reed - Owner 336-246-3434 445 Wade Vannov Dr. • West Jefferson, NC/ 336-982-4651 v 336-385-8563 FREE ESTIMATES Senior Citizens Discounts Serving Wilkes and Surrounding Counties ASHE COUNTY ROOFING 2 V Years Experience • Urrwed in North Carolina be VA lii-iall moling of all kindRoof Painting • ln-iiml & All. Work GuanuiUxd North Wilkesboro FREE ESTIMATES 336-670-3554 Allen Miller Darlene Little dandglittle@skybest.com/ corporation whose mission is to assist landowners in the protection of their property, primarily through conser­ vation easements. BRRLT practices grass-roots conser­ vation, being primarily land­ owner driven in its approach to land protection. Since it's founding in 1997, BRRLT has protected over 6500 acres in Ashe, Alleghany, Av­ ery, Wilkes, Mitchell, Yancey and Watauga counties. For more information about Blue Ridge Rural Land Trust, conservation easements, and rural land preservation in northwest­ ern North Carolina, please contact Blue Ridge Rural Land Trust, P.O. Box 2557, Boone, N.C. 28607, or at 336359-2909, or info@brrlt.org, or visit our web-site at www. brrlt.org. * H&J Providing a full line of lawn Ctassic these resources, is happen­ ing faster than we can hold on to them. BRRLT has had the vision and the fortitude to work toward preserving the beauty and health of our region. As former Board Members and donors, we are glad to be supporting BRRLT's mission." Currently, Blue Ridge Ru­ ral Land Trust is working on the protection through con­ servation easement of eleven separate properties total­ ing no less than 2,925 acres throughout our service area. Blue Ridge Rural Land Trust works to " Preserve Rural Communities and Cul­ ture in Northwestern North Carolina through the Protec­ tion of the Land Resource Upon Which They Depend". BRRLT is a private, non­ governmental, non-profit TREE SERVICE Gr TELEVISION CENTER BOB'S TREE SERVICE Serving the High Country ^ Mountain fa ROOP'S ROOFING All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs FREE ESTIMATES! Owner: Charles Roop Lansing, INC 336-384-2063 VUVERJU YEARS EXPERIENCE OVER 30 TREE SERVICE r Kay Combs ~^j Tree Service, Tree Topping, Trimming and Removal "Fully Insured" -P'oneef Til fflrtor \v\mer V, TREE SERVICE J •Tree Trimming •Tree Removal • Dump Truck • Chipper • Clearing Lots • Cutting Views • FREE ESTIMATES .Panasonic faultyfyutMUil Sxfltttd' 607C S. Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-246-HDTV (4388) Fax: 336-246-2443 Stump Grinding Bob Cox • Samsung Landscaping 780 Anderson Hill Rd.' Lansing, NC Absolutely the BEST Prices Possible, Cell: 977-2978 Home: 384-4978 COUNTRY ^ Hedge Trimming FREE ESTIMATES 336-977-1272 or 336-982-6218 msmssm J O E S TV AND mj SATELLITE JVC SALES A SERVICE zenith TV'S & HOME THEATRES Ashe ct Authorized Technicians On Board 30 Plus Yean Eiptritnce l 982-3335 MCINTYRE DISPOSAL SERVICES Bradley W. Mclntyre • Owner • Residential Pick up Service • 840.00 Quarterly • Special Pick up Service Available "DEPENDABLE AND PROMPT SERVICE" , is OUR MOTTO! Serving Ashe, Avery & Watauga • Call 828-773-2805 today and get your disposal removal tomorrow! & Contracting Co. ^ JVlormtam Field £*cavatmg & flcuding 336-877-5010 Where Quality is a Tradition All Work Guaranteed / Licensed, Bonded & Insured AN. T YPES OI G RADING • Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds • Land Clearing • Road Building 1 Septic Systems • Basements • l ooters LICENSED & INSURED FREE ESTIMATES Contact Robert llolman Office: 828-9634069 Fax: 828-963-8610 Cell: 828-773-6736 You HAVE THE JOB...WE HAVE THE EQUIPMENT! •Homesites •Spring Work IER GRAPHIC DESIGN Meeting all your Graphic Design needs. Mo job too big or too small! Woone Grading Co., Juc No Job Too Small or Too Large! No JOB Too SMALL! .• Lot Clearing 'Basement/Footers 'Ponds 'Ditching 'Driveways • Gravel, Mulch, Dirt Michael Pennington 336-385-2346 Mobile: 336-977-1312 SANITATIONS: SERVICE •u\os Sanitation Sen,; William & Amy Phillips 336-982-5145 fireflycanoe@yahoo.com J ' It's Finally Here! J We are now A Private Trasli Service accepting new for Ashe (aunty! accounts Garbage Service includes: Weekly or Biweekly Pickup Residential, Light Commercial and Small Business Accepted Contact us at: 828-394-4944 or 828-292-3211 Toll Free: 877-217-9866 • Sam - 6pm �PAGE 8B FRIDAY, JUNE 22, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS New company offers barbecue alternative by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor A new business in Ashe County is offering an al­ ternative to the traditional brick barbecue. LinkLogs Company in Beaver Creek manufactures made of outdoor fireplaces lightweight steel reinforced concrete "logs" that inter­ lock without tools or cement to form designs to suit any size lot. Based on the principle of a popular childhood game called Lincoln Logs, this style of outdoor fireplace has been enjoyed for over two decades in the north­ eastern United States. The concrete outdoor fireplaces offer a variety of grilling op­ portunities, warmth, or just a wonderful ambiance for evening or cold winter days. This is a unique business, with only one other com­ pany in the U.S. manufac­ turing this type of outdoor fireplace, said LinkLogs Company owner Warren Pizik. The traditional brick fireplace can be difficult to construct and is permanent­ ly placed. LinkLogs can be easily put together from a kit and taken apart just as easily for moving. Custom­ ers can purchase the kit and put the fireplace together themselves, or for a fee have the company deliver and set up. Photo courtesy of LinkLogs Company Although the LinkLogs Discover the unique opportunities for outdoor warmth and fireplaces are easy to put cooking with LinkLogs fireplaces, being manufactured In together or take apart, Beaver Creek for distribution throughout the southeastern they are heavy and durable United States. The concrete outdoor fireplaces are an enough to stay where you alternative to traditional brick. put them and last a lifetime. The smallest of the four de­ favorites of state and na­ ufacturing is taking place signs, The Baron, weighs tional parks, campgrounds, on Helen Blevins Road in about 400 pounds when resorts and homeowners Beaver Creek with retail complete and the largest, in the northeast for years. services currently there The Sovereign, weighs about LinkLogs Company now of­ at the plant, at Mountain a ton. The other two designs fers the same enjoyment for Home Utopia in West Jef­ currently available are The the southeast. Pizik said he ferson, S&S Mulch in Bea­ Earl and The Duke. plans to distribute through­ ver Creek, and Ace Builders These EPA approved out­ out the southeast begin­ Mart in Jefferson as well as door fireplaces have been ning in Ashe County. Man­ Watauga Building Supplies Into the Woods debuts Thursday by Kathy Howell Special to the Post Ashe County Little The­ atre's production of Into the Woods will open Thursday, June 21 at the Ashe Civic Center. Magical, mysterious woods are the setting for this sum­ mer musical. Tickets are now on sale for this production that explores the old adage, "be careful what you wish for; you just might get it." In this toe tapping musical, the char­ acters all set out to have their wishes granted, withAout thinking of the consequences that may affect them and oth­ ers. Directed by Rebecca Her­ man, with musical direction by Michael Bell, and produced by Jane Lonon, Into the Woods will run through June 25. All performances will be held at the Ashe Civic Center in West Jefferson with evening shows on June 21,22,23 and 25, with curtain at 7:30 nightly, and a matinee performance on June 24, with curtain at 2 p.m. Pulling together the story line above, the music under­ neath and making the behind the scenes work all come to­ gether is a talented trio of Little Theatre folk. Rebecca Herman makes her directing debut for ACLT; however, she is no novice to the theatre. She participat­ ed in ACLT, then went on to major in Theatre Arts at Ca­ tawba with a concentration in costume design. She worked in professional theatre in At­ lanta, Ga. and in Williams­ burg, Va., before returning to her roots here in Ashe County. She is currently employed by the Ashe County Arts Coun­ cil. Jane Lonon, producer, brings extensive stage experi­ ence to that role. Jane played the role of Maria in ACLT's 1986 production of The Sound of Music and has appeared in additional productions includ­ ing The King and I, Steel Mag­ nolias, Nunsense I & II, and Joseph and the Amazing Tech­ nicolor Dreamcoat. She has produced numerous shows in­ cluding Annie, My Fair Lady, South Pacific, and the 2005 % Photo courtesy of ACLT Becky Burgess and Zach Emerson production of The Sound of Music. Jane is the executive director of the Ashe County Arts Council. Rounding out this duo is Michael Bell, musical director. Michael directed the orchestra in Annie, My Fair Lady, South Pacific, and The Sound of Mu­ sic. Michael is the organist at Jefferson United Methodist Church and the accompanist for the Ashe County Choral Society. A large ensemble cast will bring the magic of Sondheim to the stage. The basic story line is simple. The Narrator (Tom Fowler) sets the stage and the story. The baker and his wife (Grady Lonon and Ginny Tobiassen) set off to find the in­ gredients to lift a spell placed on their family long ago by their neighborly witch (Victo­ ria Wirth). Jack (Zach Emer­ son) and his mother (Becky Burgess) must sell Jack's pet cow to survive. Cinderella (Ty­ ler Cloherty) along with her stepmother (DeAnne Warren) and her stepsisters (Linda Harms and Kathy Howell) all want to attend the King's Festival. Cinderella's mother (Edie Miller) offers guidance from beyond the grave, and her father (Ken Mullen) ex­ ists to do his wife's bidding. Little Red Riding Hood (Jes­ sica Presnell) is on the way to see her grandmother (Con­ nie Woolard), and Red is of course set upon by the wolf (Mike Warren). Rapunzel (Ra­ chel Naggy), her prince (Mat­ thew Lonon), and Cinderella's Prince (Brandon Kearley) must all negotiate the woods and magic spells. The Prince's steward (Dayne Hodges) and Snow White (Kayla Weaver) also make appearances in the woods. Costumes by Judi Mul­ len and a set design by Ken Mullen complete the magical transformation. At the end of the first act it would appear that "all that seemed wrong was now right, and that the characters would Ashe County Little Theatre presents June 21-25, 2007 Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Monday 7:30 pm Sunday 2:00 pm ASHE CIVIC CENTER REBECCA HERMAN, Director MICHAEL BELL, Musical Director JANE LONON, Producer TICKETS: Adults: $10 Students: $5 • Reserved Seat Tickets available at the TST Ashe Arts Center - Call (336) 846-ARTS INTO THE WOODS it pftstowd through tpacal trrtngtmtot with Mute Theatre International (MTl) M authorised performance materials are alto tupplied by MTl, 421 West 54th Street. New YorV NY 10019 Phone 212-541-5684 Fax 212-387-4684 www MTIShowt com live happily ever after." But the second act explores the ramifications of having all of those wishes granted. You will want to be part of the audi­ ence as you learn what comes after "happily ever after!" Reserved seating for Into the Woods is available in ad­ vance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students; they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. This program is funded in part by a Grassroots Project Pool Grant from the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency, and is sponsored lo­ cally by the Ashe County Arts Council. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336-846ARTS. in Boone. The fireplace comes com­ plete with adjustable grates and available in colors of gray or brown and you can use wood or charcoal for heating and cooking. Lin­ kLogs can also be used in retaining walls for erosion control and for landscaping. For more information, call 336-620-1273 or go online to www.linklogsfireplaces.com. WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER ORTIMBERLAND MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 Deep Gap Fire Department will have a meeting on June 26, 2007 at 7:00 pm at the Deep Gap Fire Department Meeting Hall. Open to all residents of Ashe County to Division of Fire District on Fire Tax for those who reside in Cranberry Springs and West Pine Swamp areas. This is being held at the request of Ashe County Board of Commissioners. 3S Summer Saty June 22 - 30 Brand Name Coordinate Groups Ladies' Capri Sets $1495 - $1995 Lots of New Ladies' Dresses & Pant Suits $1995 - $2995 Bathing Suits Reg. $18°°, Sale $15°° Ladies' Birk Sandals $15"° - $2495 New Jewelry & Handbags Just Arrived Denim Capri Pants $995 • $1200 Ladies' Knit Tops from $5°° - $8°" Girls' Summer Dresses Prices Reduced! 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The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 50 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 16 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-06-22 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/f7addbb61e9924c14dbd53bb3c753a9a.pdf 0a16f88059200ee6beb4518d81ddc9a8 PDF Text Text • OSU Beavers sweep Carolina Tuesday page 6 June 26, 2007 • High Country Soccer Youth Camp 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jefTersoiipo8t.com page 6 • Upcoming sports camps in Ashe Volume 81, Issue 51 page 7 SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 2 die in accidents Two drivers died Thursday in separate, single-vehicle ac­ cidents. Shortly before 9 a.m. that morning, Barry Evan Price, 37, of Creston was driving on West Peak Road in a 1995 Ford. According to an accident report from the N.C. State Highway Patrol, the vehicle "was traveling south on RP 1119." Price "ran off the road­ way on the right, coming back onto the roadway abruptly (and) going out of control." The vehicle then crossed the center line and ran off the roadway on the left, colliding with an embankment. This caused it to overturn several times, striking a fence along the way. The vehicle traveled 178 feet from where it hit the embankment, the report stat­ ed. In the process, Price was thrown from the vehicle and sustained fatal injuries. According to the accent report, Price was driving^/0 mph on the road and going 65 when he hit the embank­ ment. The second accident oc­ curred shortly before 1:19 p.m. the same day. Travis Vernon Brooks, 16, was driv­ ing a 1994 Toyota pickup eastbound on N.C. 88. Accord­ ing to a spokesperson for the Highway Patrol, "he drove off the right side of the roadway and struck a utility pole and a utility regulatory sign." The "vehicle then rolled down an embankment, ejecting the driver." Brooks suffered fatal injuries in the wreck, and his body was found at the bottom of the embankment. High Country Health Care System/Hospice will dedicate its Ashe County office build­ ing to the memory of volun­ teer Bud Honeycutt on Satur­ day, June 30. Bud Honeycutt served his neighbors in Ashe County in many ways. He dedicated his time, energy and tireless good humor to those in need. To recognize the work of Bud Honeycutt and all Hospice volunteers, High County Hos­ pice will dedicate the Ashe Hospice office on June 30 with a ceremony from 1 to 2 p.m. on the back lawn of the Hospice Office on Hwy. 88/16 east of Jefferson (rain or shine). According to Penny Holms, Honeycutt's daughter,"He (my dad) loved his hospice people and felt that it was a great as­ set to any community to have folks helping others to pass on and get the care they and their families needed during the dying process." See Hospice, page 5 by Jim Thompson Editor Hospice dedication planned Heavy rains hit region Post photo by JoEvelyn Roop Up to eight inches of rain fell in thunderstorms in the western part of the county Sunday afternoon. Here normally tame Hoskin Fork in Creston roars over a low-water bridge. The rain hit Trade Days, and forced evacuations in some areas. Local preacher is kin to 'America's Evangelist' by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor The Christian community in America was saddened recently with the passing of Ruth Graham, wife of evan­ gelist Billy Graham. Espe­ cially in North Carolina and Virginia where the Grahams are so well known, people remember the love and faith this family has shared with their fellow man. The loss touched an Ashe County fam­ ily more personally as family members. Ashe resident Dwight Barker is first cousin to Bil­ ly Graham. Their mothers, Morrow (Billy's) and Annie (Dwight's) were sisters. They knew each other well growing up and often met at family gatherings in Montreat, NC. Dwight and his wife Libby (Brinegar), who is a native of Ashe County, were guests at the May opening of the Billy Graham Library in Char­ lotte, not far from where they all used to play as kids. It is on property that was owned by their grandfather, Ben­ jamin Coffey, a Confederate veteran with the 11th Regi­ ment of North Carolina who was wounded at Gettysburg. Coffey lost a leg and an eye in the war. He came home and farmed for 50 years, and raised three daughters. Dwight shared letters from the Civil War concern­ ing their grandfather with Billy for the library. Letters are from Captain Brown to their grandfather's family, dated July 3, 1863 about the injuries Coffey suffered and that he was well. The library opening was a special event, Dwight said. "It is quite an impressive place. There is so much going on, and it is so perfectly mani­ cured with not a weed any­ where. I noticed that because I like a nice lawn." Speakers at the event included former Presidents Jimmy Carter, George Bush and Bill Clinton. There was music from Ricky Scaggs, a friend of Billy's son Franklin Graham, and the Bill Gaither Singers. The Billy Graham Library is located behind a replica of Billy's father's bam next to his father's houw. That brick house was built in the late 1920s, and bought by Jim Bakker as a religious relic and moved to his headquarters at Photo courtesy of Dwight Barker Heritage Village. Franklin Ashe County resident Dwight Barker is pictured here with Graham bought it back and his first cousin, Billy Graham, at the Graham s log home In moved it back to Charlotte Montreat in 2003. Barker recently attended the opening of for the Graham's evangelis­ the Billy Graham Library in Charlotte. tic headquarters along with other memorabilia from the former headquarters in Min­ neapolis, Minnesota and from their home in Asheville. Billy and Ruth have lived for years in a log cabin in Montreat, built in 1955 from old logs Ruth had found and had put together for the house that she filled with antiques. Dwight has connections to another famous person on his father's side. His grandfather Rufus Washington Barker was the brother of William Barker, grandfather to Bob Barker, long time host re­ cently retired from The Price is Right. Dwight came to Ashe County in 1981. An ordained Presbyterian minister since 1952, he retired from the Army in 1976 after 24 years as chaplain, and then pastored See Barf:er. page 5 Park to a new level in offering opportunities for recreation and environmental education and in serving as a focal point for the community," said Lew­ is Ledford, director of the divi­ sion. "It also reflects the high regard that people throughout North Carolina have for this beautiful river and what it represents for conservation in our state." The 14,000-square-foot visitor center will serve an important education role with its integrated exhibit hall that explores The park reported visitation of 185,335 State to dedicate New River visitor center RALEIGH - Officials with the N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation will formally dedicate a visitor center and other parts of a major devel­ opment phase at New River State Park's U.S. 221 Access on June 29. In addition to the visitor center, the development phase included the expansion of :ampground and picnic facili­ ties. The 11 a.m. ceremony at he access area 10 miles north of Jefferson is open to the pub­ ic and will celebrate, an important mil^ stone Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeflersonpo8t.com circulation@jeffer8onpost.com cla8sified@jpffersonpo8t.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com in the development of the state park in Ashe and Allegh­ any counties. The development project at the 195-acre access represents an investment of $6.6 million from the N.C. Parks and Rec­ reation Trust Fund. The trust fund issupported by the state's tax on real estate deed trans­ fers and is the principal fund­ ing source for land acquisition and capital improvements in the state parks system. "The state parks system has been committed to the de­ velopment of this area for many years, and it • brings New r-River State . ifl UTrwr ant* *n~ vL. *sar®wSrwEj^ terprets the rich Fundraiser in firefighter deaths CHARLOTTE, N.C. (June 22, 2007) Bojangles' Restaurants Inc., operator and franchi­ sor of Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits®, announced today it will conduct an in-store dona­ tion program to raise funds for the families of nine members of the Charleston Fire Department who died on June 18 when the roof collapsed during a fire at a furniture store while the firefighters were searching for possible trapped victims. In its own tribute, Bojangles' will conduct a fundraiser at Bojangles' five Charleston-area res­ natural and cultural resourc­ es of the region. The center's museum-quality exhibits are augmented by a teach­ ing auditorium, laboratory/ classroom and staff offices. The New River project is the latest in a program to equip state parks with modern visi­ tor centers and exhibit halls. The project was launched in the mid-1990s when the trust fund was established. The structure was designed by Edwin Boudin Architects of Winston-Salem, and the con­ tractor was James R. Vannoy & Sons of Jefferson. An improved campground at the 195-acre U.S. 221 Ac­ cess includes a bathhouse and 20 campsites, half of which offer utility connections for trailers and recreational ve­ hicles. Along with its commu­ nity building, the access now offers a 1,230-squarefoot picnic shelter. The maintenance complex is designed for longterm care of the visitor facilities and includes a mechanic shop, vehicle storage area and 3,440-squarefoot woodworking shop. New River State Park was established in 1976, the same year that a 26.5-mile segment of the New River, the center­ piece of the park, was desig­ nated a federal wild/ and scenic river. The ^ park now encompasses 2,339 acres. taurants with a goal to raise $10,000. The fund­ raiser will begin on Saturday, June 23. Customers will be able to make $1 and $5 donations at res­ taurant counters for the families of the firefight­ ers through July 31 . Those who make a donation will receive a Fire Department Hero Badge signature card to be inscribed with the donor's name. Donors may choose to take the card with them or have it displayed on the walls of the restaurant. Funds raised throughout the program will be divided equally between the firefighters' families, and 100 percent of proceeds will be given to the families. * m 2 < "Our hearts go out to the families of the nine firefighters," said Tom Lewison, President and Chief Operating Officer of Bojangles'. "Bojangles* wants to do our part to honor the bravery and spirit of these fallen heroes. We mourn with their families and the entire Charleston community." Bojangles* Restaurants Inc., founded in 1977 with headquarters in Charlotte, N.C., operates more than 380 stores in 11 states, as well as Honduras and Mexico. Specializing in a variety of chicken, side items, biscuits and sandwiches, Bojangles' offers a high-quality, made-from-scratch menu in a fun, fast and friendly environment. �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, JUNE 26, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Eula Mabel Bare Phillips Fleetwood September 13, 1914 June 21, 2007 Mrs. Eula Mabel Bare Phillips, age 92, of Fleetwood, died Thursday, June 21, 2007 at her daughter's home. Mrs. Phillips was born September 13, 1914 in Ashe County to the late Hiram and Murtie Ann Bare. In addition to her parents she was also preced­ ed in death by her husband, Greely Vernon Phillips; one son: Gary Thomas Phillips; six brothers: Lawson, Glen, Paul, Walker, Wilson and Kilby Bare; three sisters: Ruth, Attie May and Brucie Faye Bare. Funeral services were held on Sunday, June 24, 2007 at 3 p.m. at Badger Funeral Home Chapel by Rev. Mark Harless. Burial followed in the Olds Field Baptist •*** i,V ;> ? Irene Edna Mahala Price Creston March 7, 1920 June 18, 2007 Mrs. Irene Edna Mahala Price, age 89, of Creston, died Monday, June 18, 2007 at Margate Health and Rehab Center. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, June 20, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Wayne Roark officiating. Burial will follow in the Price Cemetery in Creston. The family will receive friends from 12:00-2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, two hours pri­ Wanda Elizabeth King Thompson Jefferson August 16, 1929) June 17, 2007 Mrs. Wanda Elizabeth King Thompson, age 77 of Jefferson, NC died Sunday, June 17, 2007 at her home. Mrs. Thompson was born August 16, 1929 in Mitchell County to the late David Earl and Hazel Farmer King. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Roscoe Thompson. Funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, Ambrose Andrew Gentry, Sr. Todd October 18,1914 June 14, 2007 Mr. Ambrose Andrew Gen­ try, Sr., age 92, of Todd, died Thursday morning, June 14, 2007 at Watauga Medical Center. Funeral services were held on Saturday, June 16, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Baldwin Communi­ ty Church with Rev. Douglas Hardin and Rev. Fred Allen Houck officiating. Burial will follow in the Bethany Cem­ etery. The family received friends from 7:00-9:00 p.m on Friday, June 15, 2007 at Boone Fam­ ily Funeral Home. Mr. Gentry was born in Ashe County on Sunday, Oc­ tober 18, 1914 to the late Charles W. Gentry and Min­ nie Wilcox Gentry. He worked as a Carpenter. He was a Church Cemetery. The fam­ ily received friends from 1:30 - 3:00 prior to the service. Mrs. Phillips is survived by: Three sons: Max Phillips and wife Lillie of WinstonSalem, NC, Greg Phillips and wife Dana of Fleetwood, NC and David Phillips of Home­ stead, FL. One daughter: Pansy Jean Miller and husband Clyde of Deep Gap, NC. One brother: Burrell Bare and wife Helen of Jefferson, NC. Nine grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren and sev­ eral nieces and nephews also survive. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrange­ ments. or to the funeral service. Mrs. Price was born in Ashe County on November 19, 1917 to the late Robert Mahala and Effie Mahala. She was a homemaker. She is survived by a daugh­ ter, Josie Barker and hus­ band, Howard, of Jefferson; three sons, Gene Price and wife, Wanda, of Lansing, Billy Price and Bobby Price, both of Creston; special friends, Jim and Ruth Mahala; ten grandchildren; seventeen great grandchildren; four great, great grandchildren; a step granddaughter; five step great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews also sur­ vive. Flowers accepted or memo­ rials may be made to the fam­ ily, c/o Josie Barker, 410 Cook Street, Jefferson, NC 28640. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site, www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. June 20,2007 at the West Jef­ ferson First Baptist Church by Rev. Dr. Calvin Miller and Martin Woodruff. Burial will follow in Ashelawn Memorial Gardens. The family received friends from 6:00-8:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 19th at Badger Funeral Home. Mrs. Thompson is survived by: One son: David Thompson and wife Anna of Lansing, NC. Two brothers: Jimie King and wife Pat and Guy King and wife Jean, all of Spruce Pine. Two grandchildren: Will and Katie Orr. Several nieces and neph­ ews also survive. Flowers will be appreci­ ated or memorials may be made to: American Heart Asso­ ciation, c/o Cathy Finley, 392 Richardson Hollow Rd., Lan­ sing, NC 28643 or West Jefferson First Bap­ tist Church, PO Box 180, West Jefferson, NC 28694. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. member of the Baldwin Com­ munity Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Verna Joines Gen­ try; a son, Stephen James Gentry and a granddaughter, Shannon Knox. He is survived by three sons, Andrew Gentry, Jr. and wife, Gail, of Todd, William Gentry and wife, Carolyn, of Bervard, NC and Joe Gentry and wife, Gina, of Kernersville, NC; five daughters, Car­ ol Sharpe and husband Den­ nis, of West Jefferson, Betty Gentry Lewis, of Roanoke, VA, Helen Davis, of Greensboro, Margaret Howell, of Bervard, NC and Sherley Vannoy and husband, Max, of Pfafftown, NC; a sister, Virginia Lemly, of Bel Air, Maryland; twenty-one grandchildren; thirteen great­ grandchildren; several nieces and nephews also survive. Flowers are appreciated. Pallbearers are as followed: Shawn Gentry, Chris Davis, Kevin Howell, Adam Vannoy, Wesley Gentry, Derek Gentry, Jake Gentry and Shade Gen­ try. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. How to preplan a funeral No one likes to think about death or make funeral ar­ rangements when grieving for a loved one who has just passed on. Yet, when that dreadful day arrives, someone has to do it, and decisions have to be made quickly and often under great emotional distress. And, like it or not, death is a costly affair. According to Funeralplan. com, a free online consumer information and educational resource on funeral planning, funerals rank among the most expensive purchases many consumers will ever make. A traditional funer­ al, including a casket and vault, costs about $6,000, although extras like flow­ ers, obituary notices, ac­ knowledgment cards, or limousines can add thou­ sands of dollars to the bot­ tom line. Many funerals run well over $10,000. That's why many choose to preplan and prepay their own funeral. Preplanning allows you to compare prices and services so that, ultimately, the funeral re­ flects a wise and well-informed purchasing decision, as well as a meaningful one. When you prearrange, you have control over the decisions relating to your death—the disposition of your body, the funeral or memorial service and what you want your obituary to say about your life. You also relieve your family of having to make important financial decisions during a period of great stress and grief—a time when people aren't thinking very clearly and may not know what to do Alice Hamer Huckman Jefferson September 21, 1919 June 16, 2007 Mrs. Alice Hamer Huck­ man, age 87, of Jefferson, formerly of Marathon, Flori­ da Keys, died Saturday, June 16, 2007 at Segraves Care Center. Funeral services were held on Monday, June 18, 2007 at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Steve LeaShomb officiating. The family received friends from 7:00-8:00 p.m. on Monday, one hour prior to the funeral service. She was born in Jersey City, NJ on September 21, 1919 and lived in Wilming­ ton, DE, where she raised her four children. Upon re­ tiring to the Bahamas on her yacht she enjoyed boating, fishing and her artwork. She because you never made your wishes known. Preplanning your funeral can be as formal or as informal as you want it to be. It can be as simple as following a pre­ planning checklist and shar­ ing your wishes with a family member, or it can be made in the form of a preneed contract, which can be set up with a funeral direc­ tor and prefunded through life insurance, a bank trust agree­ ment, or another method. When done properly, preplan­ ning your funeral can give you peace of mind. Below are some guidelines to follow, courtesy of Funeralplan.com, should you decide to preplan and prepay your funeral. 1. Plan the actual funeral. Shop around and talk to a few funeral directors. Compare prices for such things as a cas­ ket, embalming and the cost for professional services. Rewas preceded in death by her late husband Boe Huckman and her only son William J. Corrigan, Jr. She is survived by three daughters, Ann Marie Smith and husband, Joe, of West Jefferson, Patricia E. Shrewsbury, of Newark, DE and Alice B. Corrigan, of Newark, DE; a daughter-inlaw, Arlene Corrigan; a sis­ ter, Annabelle Witt, of New Castle, DE; ten grandchil­ dren; eight great grandchil­ dren; nephews and favorite niece, Pam Rowe, of Virginia Beach. Mrs. Huckman was very talented with all her sea­ scape paintings and her love of flowers and gardening. She could make anything bloom. She was active in scouting, her church and the Yacht Club in Marathon, FL. In lieu of flowers memori­ als may be made to: Midway Baptist Church, 1670 Mt. Jefferson Road, West Jeffer­ son, NC 28694 or Gideon's International, PO Box 993, West Jefferson, NC 28694. The family would like to thank all the caregivers at Segraves Care Center for their love and attention they gave her. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. sist one-stop shopping, which can include such things as prayer cards, thank-you notes and guest registers—they add up quickly. Many opt for a fu­ neral home in their neighbor­ hood for personalized services. 2. Decide on body disposi­ tion. Do you want to be buried or cremated? If you want an earth burial, a cemetery plot needs t o b e p u r chased; if above- ground, a mau­ soleum crypt. If cremation is your choice, make a plan for how you will dispose of the ashes. Do you want them stored in a columbarium niche or buried? Maybe you prefer to have your ashes scattered. An option some people take is to donate viable organs and tis­ sues to a medical school. 3. Decide on the type of cer­ emony. You may want a tra­ ditional funeral service with visitation and a member of the clergy conducting services at a church or a funeral home. Will you want an open or closed cas­ ket? Maybe you want a special friend to do the eulogy or fam­ ily members to read scripture passages or poetry. Any favor­ ite hymns? If you would rath­ er have a memorial service (a service in the funeral home or a church where the body is not present), express that wish. A common misconception is that when a body is cremated, you don't hold a funeral. You can hold a funeral before crema­ tion if you want to. 4. Tally the total cost of the funeral. Tally all costs, which will probably be considerable, and decide about prepaying with bank savings, trusts, life insurance, or annuities. Some of the costs involved include: •Basic services fee for the funeral director and staff—a fee that customers cannot decline to pay that includes services common to all funer­ als regardless of the specific arrangement: funeral plan­ ning, securing the necessary permits and copies of death certificates, preparing the no­ tices, sheltering the remains, and coordinating the arrange­ ments with the cemetery, crematory or other third par­ ties. The fee does not include charges for optional services or merchandise. •Charges for other services and merchandise—costs for optional goods and services such as transporting the re­ mains; embalming and other preparation; use of the fu­ neral home for the viewing, ceremony or memorial service; use of equipment and staff for a graveside service; use of a hearse or limousine; a casket, outer burial container or alter­ nate container; and cremation or interment (the act of plac­ ing a dead body in a grave). •Cash advances—fees charged by the funeral home for goods and services it buys from outside vendors on your behalf, including flowers, obit­ uary notices, pallbearers, of­ ficiating clergy, organists and soloists. Some funeral provid­ ers charge you their cost for the items they buy on your behalf. Others add a ser­ vice fee to their cost, which they are required to disclose to you in writing, although they are not required to specify the amount of their markup. Funeral providers are required to tell you if there are refunds, discounts, or rebates from the supplier on any cash advance item. 5. Draw up a will. Regard­ less of how much or how little wealth you have, it's impor­ tant to have a will unless you want the state to take over after you die. Have a lawyer draw one up for you. Organize all the papers and important documents you'll need to take with you to the lawyer. Your will is an inventory of all that you own—real estate, bank accounts, stocks and bonds (if any), annuities and life insur­ ance. List your personal prop­ erty, such as jewelry, paintings, and collectibles, and specify who gets what. Be clear about the distribution of your assets, but don't forget to list your li­ abilities—mortgage, loans and credit cards. Sign your will and have it witnessed by two people with their correct ad­ dresses included (should they be summoned by the court). You will need to designate an executor to administer your will after you die. And, if drawn up by a lawyer, the original copy will be filed at his or her office. A duplicate copy should be kept in a safe place wheresurvivors will find it—like a safe deposit box. (Re­ member: Whatever is in your will is not set in stone. You can make changes to it any time you want.) MM05C010 _ THE OBSERVATION DECK 3)1usic is the divine way to tell beautiful, poetic things to the heart. PABLO CASALS © 2007 by King Features Syndicate. Inc. World rights reserved Tkis is our idea of a merger. Family... it's far more important than profits. That's why in these days of mergers and corporate takeovers, we've made a commitment to stay a family-owned business. BOONE FAMILY FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES 2005 Mount Jefferson Rd West Jefferson (336) 846-7979 boonefuneralhome.com ©edlinity �JEFFERSON POST TUESPAY/ JUNE 26, 2007 PAGE 3 COMMUNITY NEWS The Raleigh Report by Rep. Cullie Tarleton by Rep. Cullie Tarleton Special to the Post The House and the Senate moved nearer to a final budget deal this week, with members of both chambers agreeing to take over the full cost of the non-federal share of Medic­ aid. The takeover is intended to relieve counties from the rapid growth in costs and free up more local money for school construction and other costs. The counties' share of Medicaid is more than half a billion dollars this year and expected to continue to grow. Negotiators continue to differ over the best way to phase in the plan, but they have been meeting several times a day to reach a compromise. The House has a plan and the Senate has a plan. We both want to achieve the same re­ sult; we're just approaching it from different directions. I'm very hopeful we can reach an agreement. It would mean a lot for both Ashe and Watau­ ga Counties. Ethics The governor could imme­ diately remove a disbarred judge or district attorney under a bill that received fi­ nal approval this week in the General Assembly. Gov. Mike Easley says he will sign the measure into law. The bill (SI 18) will also allow for the suspension of the dis­ barred lawyer's pay. It would be reinstated if the disbar­ ment was reversed. The law Post file photo Rep. Cullie Tarleton will probably not come into play in the case of former Durham County District At­ torney Mike Nifong. Nifong was recently disbarred for his handling of the cases of three former Duke lacrosse players accused of rape. He has already been suspended from office by a judge and has said he will leave office next month. Existing state law re­ quires judges and DA's to be members of the bar in good standing, but doesn't provide for their removal. The bill came after a district court judge who lost his law license refused to leave his job, even though he was suspended from acting as a judge. The House approved a bill (S659) Thursday that would take away the pensions of state or local elected officials convicted of public corrup­ tion or election fraud. It now returns to the Senate for con­ currence. I was a primary sponsor of a companion bill in the House. This is something we needed to do. Education The Senate has approved a House bill that would move the cutoff date for children to enroll in kindergarten. Under the proposal, children would have to turn 5 by August 31 to be eligible to enroll in kin­ dergarten. The current cutoff date is October 16. The bill (H150) is expected to help ensure that all children start school with the skills they need. The bill must still be signed by the governor before it becomes law. It would take effect in the 2009-10 school year. I supported this bill when it passed the House. Health Two bills to restrict smok­ ing moved through the Gen­ eral Assembly this week, with one heading to Gov. Mike Ea­ sley and the other to the Sen­ ate floor. One measure (S862) would allow smoking to be banned inside and within 100 feet of any building in the University of North Caro­ lina system. The UNC Health Care system and the medical buildings of East Carolina University would have discre­ tion over the policies of their buildings and grounds. The Senate concurred this week with changes made in the House and the bill now goes to the governor for his signa­ ture. The second bill would prohibit smoking in any state government buildings and al­ low local governments to do the same on their property. A Senate committee gave its approval to a bill (H24) that would bar smoking in all buildings owned, leased or oc­ cupied by state government. The House approved the bill earlier this session and it now goes to the Senate floor. Voting A House bill that cleared the Senate this week is ex­ pected to increase voter turn­ out by allowing people to reg­ ister and vote on the same day in the final 2V-i weeks before an election. Existing law cuts off voter registration 25 days before an election. The bill (H91) now returns to the House for concurrence on changes made in the Senate. This is a bill I supported. As the cost of statewide campaigns balloons, a House committee has approved a bill that would provide pub­ lic financing for three Coun­ cil of State jobs. The bill was endorsed by Insurance Com­ missioner Jim Long and state schools Superintendent June Atkinson. Their races and that of State Auditor Les Merritt would be eligible for pub­ lic money if the bill becomes law. Candidates would have to receive at least 750 contri­ butions of $10 to $200 to be eligible for public financing. The bill (H1517) now goes to the Appropriations Com­ mittee. I'd like to hear from you on this. I'm not sure tax dollars should be spent to fi­ nance campaigns. Public Safety The General Assembly approved a pair of bills this week to protect cemeteries. One bill (H105) would make vandalism of a grave marker or any other cemetery monu­ ment a felony instead of a misdemeanor and desecra­ tion of human remains would become a higher grade felony. Under existing law, vandal­ ism that results in damage of less than $1,000 is a misde­ meanor. The other bill (H107) better defines abandoned and public cemeteries and at­ tempts to make it easier for groups to set up trusts to pay for the cemeteries' upkeep. The bills have been sent to Gov. Mike Easley for his ap­ proval. Convicted drunken driv­ ers would be allowed to wear alcohol-monitoring ankle bracelets instead of serving jail time under a bill (S1290) approved in the House this week. The bracelets would cost $12 a day, some of which would be paid by the convict­ ed drivers. Some representa­ tives questioned whether it was fair to adopt use of the devices, since some people could not afford their use. Supporters argued that coun­ ties may be willing to bear the cost since the bracelets would keep drunken drivers off the road and be less expensive than jail. Environment The House unanimously approved minor changes made in the Senate to a bill that would require hazard­ ous waste storage companies to tell their neighbors and emergency response officials more about the materials they store. The bill (H36) would also subject such com­ panies to more inspections. Notes The House and Senate met jointly Wednesday to confirm the appointments of Kevin D. Howell and Eulada P. Watt to the State Board of Educa­ tion. Watt is a special assis­ tant to the vice chancellor for research at the University of North Carolina-Charlotte and also worked in the U.S. Department of Education. Howell is assistant to the chancellor for external affairs for North Carolina State Uni­ versity. Their appointments run through March 2015. I was able to secure $250,000 each for Ashe and Watauga Counties this week from the Speakers DOT dis­ cretionary fund. Watauga will use their money toward the new entrance for the new high school and Ashe will use their money to complete a guard rail project for 88E. Study seeking efficient irrigation systems For both homeowners and local governments, water in­ creasingly is becoming a re­ source of concern. Municipal and county water systems are stretched thin providing wa­ ter supplies adequate to keep up with growth, while hom­ eowners, particularly those who have made significant investments in landscaping, can find themselves forced to choose between rising water bills and keeping an expen­ sive landscape alive. But help could be on the way. North Carolina State University researchers are investigating landscape irri­ gation, hoping to determine how homeowners and others can water their lawns most efficiently. With the prospect of reduc­ ing overall water consump­ irrigation strategy is most ef­ tion in the landscape, it's no ficient. In the fall of 2006, re­ wonder that officials from planted 5,000 three local governments have searchers expressed interest in the N.C. square feet of tall fescue sod State study, even through it's at N.C. State's Lake Wheeler Turfgrass Field Laboratory barely underway. The study compares differ­ just south of the Raleigh city ent methods of irrigating tall limits. Installed beneath the fescue turfgrass—the typi­ grass are 160 sprinkler heads cal residential lawn—and is designed to individually irri­ designed to determine which gate 40 separate experimen­ tal plots. The site is also equipped with an array of devices that allow the scientists to deter­ mine when the turf needs water. All the watering will be done in the middle of the night, between 12:30 and 6 a.m. That's the least windy time of day, and it will be less likely that water is blown from one experimental plot to another. "We're going to compare the (irrigation) technologies against the standard type of operation," says Dr. Garry Grabow, an assistant profes­ sor of Biological and Agricul­ tural Engineering and North Carolina Cooperative Exten­ sion specialist in N.C. State's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. "We'll compare how much water they use and what we think the turf re­ quired. We'll also compare the HOT BUYS FOR THE -J. 4™ OF JULY! Fiber Arts Day New antiques store opens Antiques on Beaver Creek recently had Its ribbon cutting and is now open for business. Pictured in the photo are: L-R: West Jefferson Mayor Dale Baldwin, Chamber Board Member Carol Dodson, Antiques on Beaver Creek Employees Chris Gray and Lorrie McLauchlan, An­ tiques on Beaver Creek Owner Gloria Tague, Ashe County Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Beth Dixon, and Chamber Board Member Jane Lonon. Saturday, June 30 is Fi­ bers Arts Day at the Ashe County Farmers Market. County Fiber Artists will be at the Market demon­ strating their talents in spinning, weaving, felting, needle felting, rug hooking, knitting, crocheting, quilt­ ing, doll making and paper making. Charles Young, Area Agent, Agriculture - Live­ stock, will give a sheep shearing demonstration at 10:00 am. Again this year, there will be hands on ac­ tivities for children such as felting, weaving and spin­ ning which were popular last year during this event. The Ashe County Farm­ ers Market is open Sat­ urdays from 8:00am until 1:00pm. 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W esTJeffeason Servifi 430 Hwy. 221S. �Public Opinion PAGE 4 TUESDAY, JUNE 26, 2007 "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Bait and switch in Wilkes County Our county commission­ ers do not need to get any ideas from their peers in the "Great State" of Wilkes. Last week, the Wilkes County Commissioners voted 3-2 for a budget that cut taxes by taking $300,000 of next year's lot­ tery proceeds—or about half—to pay off existing debt for school construc­ tion. That enabled them to drop the tax rate by one cent, a popular move with an election year on the horizon. What the commissioners did in Wilkes was legal, but it has rightly drawn criti­ cism locally, especially from school officials, all the way up to Gov. Mike Easley. The lottery was market­ ed as the Education Lottery from Day One. As Easley pushed, shoved and lobbied to get it approved with­ out a referendum, the big selling point was it would supplement local funding for schools. "Supplement" is the key word—the money was never meant to lower county expenditures on education. Instead, it was marketed—and intend­ ed—to give a boost to local schools. You know, where teachers have to buy basic supplies for their class­ rooms because there is no money for them. So what three of the Wilkes commissioners have done is basically a bit of legal—if unethical— \HUEN bait and switch, using the money that is intended to improve educatioii to pay off debts—and give them­ selves a little political boost for next year or beyond. Now if the average citi­ zen sets up a charity and collects money and then uses it for purposes other than those stated up front, jail and fines are in his future. But the law as writ­ ten allows this board to shortchange every student in the county. We could better under­ stand what they have done if Wilkes faced a major bud­ get crisis. Had a five or 10 cent tax increase been nec­ essary, we believe desper­ ate measures might have been necessary. But basi­ cally they took the money from kids and teachers and gave it to property ownerswith the wealthiest having the most to gain. Perhaps later they will wonder why their test scores lag, or students drop out—but at least some real estate mag­ nates can afford an extra trip to a fancy restaurant. As we suggested at the beginning, our commis­ sioners should not look at this money as an easy way to pay off debt. To do so is to break a fundamen­ tal trust with those who have bought lottery tickets, believing it was to help education. We must not play bait and switch with our children. PlNALTf GONfeTb tto MIDDLE EACT Jefferson Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Production Manager/Webmaster Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Office Manager Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Linda Burchette Kelly Elliott Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Sandra Osborne Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Mailroom Department Re-open the zoo To the Editor: I left in tears after the commissioners meeting last week. The two commissioners that are dead set against re­ opening the zoo were Judy Poe and Gary Barber. Gary even admitted HE HAS NEV­ ER BEEN THERE! I don't know if they have children, grandchildren or pets. Animal Planet is great on TV but can they realize the magnitude of learning seeing some of these animals in real life and Mr. Stroud giving de­ tails on each one? Do they realize each sum­ mer many children are in Ashe County on vacation or visit grandparents and want to go see the animals again? We are left to try to explain because of the short-sighted­ ness of a few leaders in the community that they cannot visit the animals. The animals lose the most. Where is the money to come from to feed all those inhab­ itants without the price of admission? Do these leaders have a pet that looks to them for care and feeding?...or a family member? These animals have suf­ fered enough at the hands of humans. Some have been res­ cued from labs from horrible research testing and others have found a home at the zoo from private collections with inadequate housing. Mr. Stroud has upped his liability insurance to $2 mil­ lion and has met all require­ ments set by Animal Control. We heard at the meeting it even is comparable to very large zoos nationwide. Let's let our voice and ALRIGHT VC\T>/ HMD OVER THE LOTTERY HONEY -CP SCHOOL Letters to the Editor numbers show the commis­ sioners that we want the zoo reopened. Attend the commis­ sioners meeting on July 2 at 3:30 p.m. Vicki and Jim Keener Population boom To the Editor: Our State legislature is grappling with a projected North Carolina "population tsunami" of four million ad­ ditional people between 2000 and 2030 for a total popula­ tion of twelve million, or a fifty percent increase. That will make our great State of BULLY North Carolina the seventh munities are already begin­ most populated state, ahead ning to sink under justifiable, of both Michigan and Ohio, but evermore stringent, envi­ up from the current national ronmental mandates coupled ranking of tenth. Such a pop­ with severely decaying infra­ ulation increase will nearly structure. We must give our NC Leg­ equal South Carolina's cur­ rent population of four mil­ islature credit for tackling a looming problem before it be­ lion. The impact to infrastruc­ comes a statewide crisis. The ture such as water, sewer, Partnership for North Caroli­ roads and schools could be na's Future is rightly encour­ severe. This incredible need aging our General Assembly to expand capacity for new to address a range of issues population growth, while si­ that need immediate invest­ multaneously rebuilding wa­ ment. However, State leaders ter and sewer lines, that in must also have the fortitude many communities, particu­ to put the right financial re­ larly rural areas, are reach­ sources in place. That's why I encourage ing one hundred years of age, is going to be a tremendous North Carolinians every­ where to call their legislators challenge. We take our environmental and ask them to stand up for stewardship responsibilities North Carolina's future. extremely seriously and we Brian A. Roth must do everything we can to Mayor protect our natural resources. Plymouth, N.C. Many of our rural and more economically challenged com­ The glamour shot of economic development RALEIGH - When it comes to the hotly debated topic of government subsi­ dies for business, the image typically conjured up by cor­ porate-welfare proponents bears little resemblance to the actual practice. Call it the Glamour Shot of econom­ ic development. Let's first consider that fuzzy-lens, cosmetically en­ hanced version. Picture a run-down North Carolina mill town, its longtime an­ chor employer either bank­ rupt or departed for some tropical clime. The tax base is devastated. The jobless rate is high, the underem­ ployment rate even higher. Retailers have been socked in the gut by the income losses of their customers, and now stand outside their stores, heads turned toward the ho­ rizon, waiting like Jericho characters for a mushroom cloud named Wal-Mart. A tumbleweed blows by, per­ haps followed by a ravenous pack of wild dogs/Republican neocons. Then, the community's wise and far-seeing leaders break the exciting news: a savior has been found! A new employer is moving in, thanks in part to a small but crucial package of tax breaks and cash subsidies. A children's choir begins to sing. Hardscrabble farmers and toughas-nails working moms tear up. Local tax coffers begin, like Grimm's porridge pot, to overflow with end­ less fiscal goodness. Okay, now let's take a look at the unadultera t e d , sharpfocused, mascaraless version. In reality, most state and local incentive deals happen in North Car­ olina's wealthiest and most populous cities and counties. They happen where the la­ bor market is already tight, where tax revenues are al­ ready surging, and where in­ come growth is already solid. The incentive deals enrich economic-development con­ sultants, who conveniently insist that they are ubiq­ uitous and essential, even though there is little empiri­ cal evidence to suggest that incentives determine most business decisions or confer net economic benefits. We've long known that most tax breaks and cash grants from state govern­ ment go to projects in Meck­ lenburg, Wake, and similar places. Now, thanks to a new report from the North Caroli­ na Institute for Constitution­ al Law, we can confidently say the same about econom­ ic-development incentives at the local level. NCICL studied incentive packages local governments in North Carolina granted from 2004 to 2006. The orga­ nization was able to identify 353 such packages, totaling $403 million in expenditure or foregone revenue collec­ tion projected over various time frames (the largest sin­ gle package in the study, $165 million for Google's server farm in Lenoir, assumes a 30-year time horizon). Now, the Google deal did happen in a rural community recently beset by plant clo­ sures and layoffs. But for the most part, NCICL found that local incentive deals got done in economically healthy com­ munities, not the needy ones. Google, about Excluding three-quarters of all the lo­ cal incentives authorized during the period were tied to projects in the Triangle, Triad, and Charlotte regions. While some of the counties in these regional clusters have faced significant economic challenges of late, many of the subsidized firms really did locate or expand in Char­ lotte, Raleigh, the Research Triangle Park, Wilmington, and other cities with vibrant economies. I would never argue that incentive policies should at­ tempt to steer economic-de­ velopment projects from cit­ ies to rural areas, or from one region of the state to an­ other. Attempts at economic central planning are unjust Contact your representatives Washington Washington, DC 20515 phone: 202-225-2071 Senate Raleigh Sen. Elizabeth Dole 555 Dirksen Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 Senate Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, (202) 224-6342 Sen. Steve Goss 1118 Legislative Building, 16 W. Jones St. Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Sen. Richard Burr Raleigh, NC 27601-2808 217 Russell Senate Office Building Phone: (919) 733-5742 Washington, DC, NC 20510 House of Representatives Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. Phone: (202) 224-3154 House of Representatives Rep. Virginia Foxx 430 Cannon House Office Building Rep. Cullie Tarleton 2221 Legislative Building, 16 W. Jones St. Raleigh. NC 27601-1096 919-733-7727 and doomed to failure. I am merely pointing out that if you accept the redistribution of economic-development announcements as a proper goal, it's not being met. There is nothing wrong with policymakers worrying about the wrenching chang­ es and economic challenges facing rural and small-town North Carolina. But they need to choose wise and effi­ cacious responses. Improving the quality of basic services such as water and highway access can make locations more attractive, as can the search for government effi­ ciencies to allow for tax-rate reductions. As a state, North Carolina needs a more costeffective means of improv­ ing the quality of education, a general topic within which there is certainly no shortage of specific, promising ideas. Most importantly, state and local leaders need to get a clear look at the problem. It isn't to be found in politi­ cal Glamour Shots. A bright light and a mirror are all they need to get the picture. John Hood is president of the John Locke Foundation and publisher of CarolinaJournal.com. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, JUNE 26, 2007 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT Colgate Country Showdown returns to Christmas in July Post photo by Linda Burchette It is almost time to celebrate our nation's birthday—and West Jefferson's annual Christmas in July Festival. Here is a look at the crowd at last year's event. Christmas in July set for first weekend in month Barker by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor The countdown has begun with the 21st annual Christ­ mas in July Festival only 10 days away. West Jefferson will be flooded with visitors for the county's biggest event of the year on Friday, July 6, 7-10:30 p.m. and Saturday, July 7, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. The festival offers some­ thing new this year with a street dance on Friday eve­ ning. Folks will be high step­ ping and toe tapping to the lively music of the Grayson Highlands Band at 9:15 p.m. until festival closing at 10:30 p.m. The festival opens that evening with the classic coun­ try sounds of Buck Haggard beginning at 7 p.m. Watch out for "gun fire" too, as the l«t Virginia Cavalry and ac­ companying units open up the festival with a bit of a skirmish in the downtown area between the Yanks and the Rebels. Refresh yourself with some tasty treats from the food vendors and then get rested up for a big day on Saturday. The fun begins at 9 a.m. on Saturday with nearly 100 arts, craft and food vendors, children's activities, a battle from the Civil War re-enactors and plenty of music. Special performers will be at the festival on Satur­ day in the Children's Area next to Ashe County Public Library and West Jefferson town park, and also roving throughout the festival area. They are sponsored by the Ashe County Arts Council. • Dale Brook, the Magi­ cal Minstral of Music: 12-6 p.m. Dale will entertain the crowds with his folk harp music, strolling wit, and thematically appropriate attire as a seasonal elf! • Magic by Chaz: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. He provides close up magic, slight of hand, and on-going magic shows. Chaz has worked the Christmas in July Festival for a dozen years and is a perennial fa­ vorite. • Interactive Theatre of Jef: 11 a.m. - 3p.m. He offers mime, masks, street theatre, variety arts, roving perfor­ mances and juggling. Lots of other activities for continued from front page Post photo by Linda Burchette Civil War re-enactors return to West Jefferson for Christmas in July. children will be available from 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. in the children's area. Most of the activities are free, but some request donations or a small fee to cover the cost of the materials. The Ashe County Arts Council sponsors the arts and crafts tables and face painting, the library will have a Fossil Dig and other activities designed to combine science and reading, and the Elkland Art Center will sponsor a Puppet The­ atre with shows and puppet making activity. Ashe Coun­ ty Youth Ministries will be offering old timey games such as ring toss, bean bag toss, etc. There will be lots to do for the children. There will also be four in­ flatable units set up near the library and park area too: Moon Walk Bounce Unit, Climbing Wall, Large Slide, and an Inflatable Obstacle Course. The Dance Stage near the library will showcase local talented dancers of all ages and puppet shows from 10 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. The schedule is posted on the festival's website at www. christmasinjuly.info. The main stage for musi­ cal performances will be lo­ cated at the intersection of Jefferson Avenue and West Main Street. The music schedule for Saturday is as follows: 9 a.m.: Amantha Mill Band 10 a.m.: WKSK Colgate Country Music Challenge Noon: The Dollar Broth­ ers Band 1 p.m.: Steve Lewis & Company 2 p.m.: Whitetop Moun­ tain Band 3 p.m.: Heritage 4 p.m.: Southern Accent 5 p.m.: Big Country Bluegrass Band 6 p.m.: Liz Harmon & Common Threads 7 p.m.: Rock Bottom Band To add to the festivities of the day, the Ashe County Farmers Market on Second Avenue will be open all day on July 7 in support of the Christmas in July Festival. Fresh produce will go fast, so get there early. Nursery products and arts and craft items will be abundant. And don't forget that everything there is handmade and homegrown in Ashe County. Visitors are reminded that while festival commit­ tee members love pets, they cannot allow pets in the festival area due to health department and insurance regulations. The Ashe County Cham­ ber of Commerce and Visitors Center serves as the contact point for festival information at 846-9196. Information be found on the festival's web site at www.christmasinjuly. info, and volunteers will be on hand at the information booth during the festival to provide information and as­ sistance. Hospice continued from front page The volunteers organizing the ceremony include: Edna Ham, Rev. Steve Miller, Rev. Ken Morris, Rev. Lewis Poag, Shelby Roten, and Carl Tuttle, former health department director. Other contributors to the ceremony are: Gary Prange, who donated the building sign; John Roten, for the loan of the tent; Only and Louise Burgess, for parking permission; the Ashe volun­ Anticipation and excite­ ment is higher than ever as aspiring country music art­ ists prepare for the 27th An­ nual Colgate Country Show­ down, set for Saturday, July 7 from 10-12 at this year's Christmas in July Festival. Americas largest country mu­ sic talent search and radio promotion, the Colgate Coun­ try Showdown, is sponsored by 580 WKSK The Farm. The Christmas in July Festival located in downtown West Jefferson, will provide the exciting setting for the competition, which will spot­ light the best and brightest talent this area has to offer. Serving as contest judges again this year are Lenny Sheets, Tony Shelton and Jeff Brown (JB). Acts will compete for the opportunity to perform in the State Country Showdown to be held later this year. State winners, each of whom earns a $1,000 cash prize, will ad­ vance to a Regional competi­ tion in the fall. Winners of the five regional contests will advance to compete for the Grand Prize of $100,000 cash and the National Title. The Colgate Country Showdown is designed to find the most promising country music talent in America, giv­ ing these performers a chance to launch their professional careers. Country Showdown teers and Bethany Methodist Church, for the refreshments; and the U.S. Marine Corps, for the Color Guard. All friends of Hospice are encouraged to attend. Also welcome are those who wish to learn more about how Hospice supports local communities. For more information on the Bud Honeycutt event, please contact: Janet Braithwaite, public relations director at 336-846-2813 or hospice@ health.net. High Country Health Care System/Home Health & Hos­ pice provides services to Al­ leghany, Ashe and Watauga counties. High County Home Health restores patients to health and independence after illness or injury. High Country Hospice brings comfort and support to patients and fami­ lies facing end of life issues. several churches including Huntersville and Fayetteville in North Carolina and Dillon, South Carolina, as well as Lansing Presbyterian, where he is presently supplying. He also worked with World Relief and served as dean of students for Lees McRae College. He met Libby while serving the church in Lansing. She pres­ ently works at Physical Ther­ apy Services Center as office manager. They built a home in Ashe and moved here from Fayetteville in 1992. While D wight attended seminary in Richmond, Vir­ ginia and became an ordained minister, Billy received a spe­ cial calling to be an evangelist. Both have served the Lord in their own ways, and Dwight is proud to have been a part of the crusade for Christ that has been a family tradition. Franklin is following in his father's footsteps, serving as president of the Billy Gra­ ham Evangelistic Association and promoting Christian be­ liefs throughout the world as he works with Samaritan's Purse. Post photo by Linda Burchette Crowd-pleaser Sierra Wilson (seen here singing at last year's festival) returns to compete in the Colgate Country Showdown on July 7. audiences may be seeing, hearing, and applauding the next superstar. The Colgate Country Show­ down is open to vocal and/or instrumental performers, in­ dividuals, or groups of up to seven members, who have not performed on a record listed in the national record charts of Billboard, Radio and Re­ cords, or the Gavin Report within eighteen months pre­ ceding the local competition. There is a $10.00 entry fee and all contestants must be­ gin their competition by per­ forming at Colgate Country RELAY FOR LIFE Showdown contests produced by participating country mu­ sic radio stations. A uniform judging system on all levels of the competition ensures fair­ ness. This years performers in­ clude: (locally) Crystal Carson of Crumpler & Sierra Wilson of Fleetwood, NC; Amanda Heidt of Banner Elk, NC; (duo group) The Dewets of Crouse, NC; Bucky Reynolds of Crouse, NC; Sara Culler of Winston-Salem, NC; Kayla Rivenbark of Clayton, NC; and Keeghan Nolan of Fair­ field, VT. Relay for Life fppiUjhe-H-i Luncheon June 29th 11:00 A.m. - 2:30 p.m. Sponsored bif: Margate Health ard Pehab Floral Names* 1. Jasmine 2. Lily 3. Daisy 4. Heather 5. Rose 6. Iris 7. Violet 8. Rosemary 9. Yolande Follow the signs to Margate from Western Carolina Eye Associates iehu -Spaghetti plate -Salad with choice of dressing -Garlie bread -Pcund calce $f%QQ U 2007 by King Features Syndicate, Inc. World rights reserved ^HEAtr*e. HOME HEALTH & HOSPICE High Country Health Care System / Hospice Invites you to honor the Leadership, Volunteerism and Generous Spirit of Bud Honeycutt. Bud Honeycutt Memorial & Hospice Building Dedication Saturday, June 30,2007 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. (Rain or Shine) 392 Hwy. 18E/16N Jefferson, NC 336-246-6443 IS THE WAY WE LIVE �PACE 6 Tuesday JUNE 26. 2007 The annual 'Girls Got Game' Basketball camp is being held this week at ACHS. Girls that are rising 1st grade through 8th grade are eligible for the camp. Camp is Thesday through Thursday from 9 a.m. till noon. iMf igjk. Oregon State sweeps Tarheels, repeats title by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor For the second year in a row, the University of North Carolina Tarheels was paired with the Oregon State Beavers ii^ the final round of the College World Series. In the previous year, the Beavers were able to edge out the Tarheels in the series to claim the title as the number one college baseball team in the nation. After a slump this year in conference play, the Beavers rallied to become the first team in ten years to repeat as College World Series champions when they swept the Tarheels in two games. The Beavers made it to the Championship Series, which is a best out of three games format, by winning all five games in the College World Series and put the Tarheels down early in game one to take an advantage in the series. Oregon State struck first in game one when they were able to Jordan Lennerton jacked a two-run shot over the fence to give the Beavers the early 2-0 lead. Oregon State proceeded to add another run in the third inning and possessed a 3-0 lead before Carolina could even score their first run in the game. The Tarheels were able to get two runners on base with two outs in the fifth inning to display a promising situation for Carolina. A double by Reid Fronk drove both runners in for Carolina's first runs of the game and cut the Beavers' faced a must-win situation lead to 3-2. and a loss would allow Oregon State responded Oregon State to become the with one run in the bottom of first back-to-back College the fifth inning and then two World Series winners since more runs in the sixth inning Louisiana State University to take a commanding 6-2 repeated in 1996 and 1997. lead heading into the final The game opened up with three innings of the game. the Tarheels striking first North Carolina attempted and scoring one run in the to come back as they scored first inning to take an early one run in the seventh and 1-0 lead, but the Beavers then another run in the showed their strength by eighth inning, but Oregon scoring three runs in the State punished the Tarheels second inning, with two runs in the seventh inning by coming off of a home run scoring four runs and then by Darwin Barney. Oregon adding another run in the State was unfortunate as the eighth to finalize the scoring Tarheels earned the third out with the Beavers winning 11- leaving the bases loaded and 4 and gaining the one game limiting the Beavers to only advantage over the Tarheels three runs in the inning. in the series. Oregon State struck again In game two, the Tarheels in the third inning increasing their lead to 4-1, but a one- Series following a dismal run home half of the third season and finished tied for inning cut the score to 4-2 sixth place in the Pacific-10 with the Tarheels showing Conference but proved worthy signs of life but was unable by tearing up their opponents to produce any offense in in the College World Series. the fourth inning following a There have only been five three-batter defensive inning schools to ever be back-toto advance the game to the back champions as Louisiana fifth inning. State was the last in 1996 Both teams were able to and 1997. The other four score one run during the schools include University fifth inning, but the Beavers of Texas in 1949 and 1950, took full control of the game University of Southern during the seventh inning California in the early 1970's, when they drove in another and then Stanford repeated two runs to go ahead by four in 1987 and 1988. This year runs, 7-3, and then sealed the was also the first time that victory in the ninth inning the Championship Series was with another two runs and a rematch for two years in a claimed the 9-3 victory. row since Arizona State and The Beavers were fortunate the University of Southern to even make it into the first . Carolina met two years in a round of the College World row in 1973. High County Soccer Camp photos Girl makes big catch l'' - mm Post photo by Michael Graybeal Post photo courtesy of Sullivan Family Autumn Sullivan caught this 17.5 inch Brown Trout last Saturday on Helton Creek. I J The High Country Soccer Camp had an Impressive attendance of over 20 participants last week. The players ranged in age from eight years old to 15 years old. Each athlete experienced personalized instruction throughout the week on passing, dribbling, shooting, and soccer fundamentals. Softball scores from Thursday, June 21 Rollins Auto 24 Mtn. Advantage/221 Grocery 15 Dr. Pepper 17 Dr. Pepper 25 UPM 17 Rollins Auto 23 defeated defeated defeated defeated defeated defeated A.F. Bank/Ashe Builders Liddles Plumbing Appalachian Utilities Brickstone Pizza LPB Liddles Plumbing 13 0 3 2 2 4 Softball Standings % Dr. Pepper Rollirfs Auto Appalachian Utilities UPM A.F. Bank/ Ashe Co. Builders Mtn. Advantage Brickstone Pizza Liddle's Plumbing LPB 1.000 2 2 1 1 3 3 1.000 0,667 0.667 0.500 0.500 0.000 0.000 Post photo by Michael Graybeal Campers had the possibility of winning a medal depending on how they finished in the competitions. The camp was split up into two age groups and each group competed in a Knock-Out Competition in which each player had to maintain possession of their own ball in a confined area while trying to knock-out everyone else's ball. The second contest was a finishing drill called Power-Finesse in which each athlete had two shots at the goal. The player had to make one shot to stay in the game but could challenge another player by making both shots. In common with the other competition, the last player standing was the winner. The award winners for the week were (L:R): Tyler Keagy- Advanced Division Knock-Out, Derry Nixon- Advanced Division Power-Finesse, Jordan Spell-Younger Division Knock-Out, and Jake Harrington-Younger Division Power-Finesse. Post photo courtesy of Amy Keys rosi pnoio Dy Micnaei urayDi The Mountain Advantage team scores another run off of this base hit during Thursda game. The camp was directed and organized by Coach Richard Gill, ACHS Head Soccer Coach. Coach Gill was assisted by past and present players, and also Wayne Cable, ACHS Women's Soccer Assistant Coach. Pictured (L:R): Coach Wayne Cable, Patrick Carazo, Michael Graybeal, Chase Smith, Coach Richard Gill, Cody Garn, and Steven Absher. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, JUNE 26, 2007 PAGE 7 SPORTS Wilkesboro Raceway Park results Upcoming Camps in Ashe County Thursday night test and tune (grudge racing) has quickly become one of Wil­ kes counties most popular hang out for kids of all ages. The track gives the experi­ enced and the novice drivers a chance to compete and just have fun racing there bud­ dies, in a safe and controlled environment. Cross Roads Harley Davidson has also sponsored an 8 race shoot out for street legal and not so street legal motorcycles. The third of 8 races saw Jr. Price of Wilkesboro win the event with a close win over Jeremy Bumgarner, Jeremy got off the line to soon for a foul start.The next Bike shootout is July 19th. Drag Racing action con­ tinues Thursday and Friday night test and tune June 28th and 29th gates open at 6 p.m. on both Thursday and Fridays and on Satur­ day, June 30th Drag Racing continues with Funny Cars and the Empire Chrysler points series. Gates open at 4 p.m. Qualifying starts at 5 p.m. For further info call 973-(race) 7223 or www.wilkesbororacewaypark.com. Ashe County Junior Tennis League at ACHS June 13- July 20 (July 2-6 off) Every Wednesday and Friday 10 a.m. - Noon Husky Football Camp at ACHS July 23-26 Rising 3-8 graders 9 a.m.- Noon Third Annual Cheer X-Treme Spirit Camp at ACHS July 23-26 Rising K-4 graders 9 a.m. - Noon Rising 5-8 graders 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Husky Football Camp July 23-26 9 a.m. - Noon Rising 3-8 graders $15 registration fee Held on practice field at Ashe County High School Campers should have a pair of sneakers and cleats each day of camp u 828-754-90 Post photo courtesy of Kevin Thorne/ Teammedia 1 Jr. Price and his custom Suzuki set in WRP Winner's Circle. Third Annual Cheer X-Treme Spirit Camp Monday July 23- Wednesday July 25 Cost $65 Rising grades K-4 9 a.m. till Noon Rising grades 5-8 . 1 p.m. till 4 p.m. Purpose • The purpose of the Cheer X-Treme Spirit Camp is to instruct campers in the basics of cheerleading, including cheers, dances, jumps, and stunt technique. General Information • • • • The registration fee for the Cheer X-Treme Spirit Camp is $65. This fee includes: Camp t-shirt, water bottle, healthy snack each day, camp instruction, and awards day. The ACHS Varsity Cheerleaders are sponsoring the Third Annual Cheer X-Treme Spirit Camp as a fundraiser for their upcoming competitive season. Campers should arrive each day in appropriate attire (t-shirt or tank top, cotton shorts, and smooth bottom tennis shoes with hair pulled up, no jewelry, and fingernails trimmed). Campers will wear their camp t-shirt on the final day of camp. Campers may register at the door on the first day of camp but may not receive their t-shirt on Wednesday. Parent Information • • • There will be an exhibition for parents held on the last day of camp. K-4 grade campers will perform on Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. 5-8 grade campers will perform at 3:30 p.m. Parents are asked to remain outside the building during camp hours. Directors will contact parents if necessary. Directors and instructors will take every precaution to ensure that all campers remain safe at all times. However, directors and instructors are not responsible for any injuries incurred by any camper at the Cheer X-Treme Spirit Camp. In the event of anything other than a minor injury, directors will contact camper's parents immediately. Registration Information Come Join Our (growing TamiCyl Please make checks payable to: Ashe County High School Mail registration fee and form to: Rachel Shepherd 149 W. Staggs Creek Rd. Warrensville, NC 28693 Ashe County Worship Center Ray Taylor Road Wish your Favorite Someone a Registration Form Return Registration Form and Fee to the address listed. Name: Address: Sunday School @ 10:00 a.m. Worship @ 11:00 a. m. Wednesday @ 7:00 p.m. Happy Birthday with a Jefferson Post-It Note Call 846-7164 Home Telephone #: Grade in Fall '07: Age: School: T-Shirt Size (Circle one): YS YM YL AS AM AL AXL AXXL Mother's Name: Mother's Place of Work: Mother's Telephone #: Father's Name: Father's Place of Work: Father's Telephone #: _ Pastor Chuck Call • 336-846-1189 ddd the perfect touch to your grounds with a LinkLogs Outdoor fireplace! Specially crafted, lightweight concrete logs link together without pins, cement, or tools Emergency Contact: Relationship to Camper: Telephone #: Ideal for barbecues, warmth, or atmosphere Hums wood or charcoal Please complete the following information. If necessary, attach another sheet. Allergies: Limitations: Prices range from $ 197 to $960 (plus sales tax, delivery, and installation), with grills included Medical Problems: DISTRIBUTOR INQUIRIES WELCOME Come see the LinkLogs Outdoor Fireplaces for yourself at our facility: 240 Helen Blevins Road (first left off Beaver Creek School Road) West Jefferson, NC • 336-620-1273 As parent or guardian of the applicant, I understand that the staff of the Cheer X-Treme Spirit Camp will treat only minor injuries. If an injury requires medical attention, the financial responsibility will rest with the parents. I also waive all legal rights for restitution. Parent Signature: I • Date: Visit us online at: www.linklogsfireplaces.com Or see the friendly teams at one of our authorized dealers: o ACE Hardware (Builders Mart), Jefferson 336-246-7162 FOR OFFICE USE (Do not fill in): Cash L Check (# — — — — ) — — — — I — — — — — -I S&S Mulch, Beaver Creek 336-877-0672 Mountain Home Utopia, West Jefferson Watauga Building Supply, Boone 336-846-8522 828-264-2475 �PAGE 8 TUESDAY, JUNE 26, 2007 JEFFERSON POST E ASHE MEMORIAL HOS Ashe Memorial Hospital Welcomes HEALTH Parents Say Yes to Immunization More than 75 percent of American parents see that their children get basic immunizations, and partioip; Disease Control. Coverage in 2005 for diphtheria, tetanus, pertussis, polio, measles, Hib, hepatitis B an John A. Sundin, M.D.' General Surgery Dr. John Sundin received his undergraduate degree from the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia. He then received his medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Sundin completed his general surgery residency at Hospital of St. Raphael, Yale Affiliate at New Haven, Connecticut in 1989 and at Yale Regional Surgical Residency Program at Bridgeport Hospital in Bridgeport, Connecticut in 1992. Dr. Sundin's office is located adjacent to Dr. Charles Jones. His practice opened on April 16, 2007. For more information or to make an appointment, please call 336-846-8939. CONGRATULATIONSI for whites and 75.6 for Hispanics. The results were attributed in part to the Vaccines for Children Progi No Increased Mortality Risk Found No increased risk of death was found in patients with ulcerative colitis, according to a meta-analysis of patients did have increased rates of dying. Another study published in the same issue of the American J associated with ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. Ulcerative Colitis Incidencelligher in Industrialized Countries Ulcerative colitis, the most common form of inflammatory bowel disease, affects persons in every coun United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and Scandinavia. Whites and persons of Jewish descent ha What Causes Ulcerative Colitis? Symptoms of ulcerative colitis may get worse during periods of emotional stress, but doctors now know disease. Current knowledge indicates that ulcerative colitis is caused by a complex interaction of heredil stop an invading organism. According to another theory, the use of antibiotics may disrupt the normal bi 4 For Kids, Early Diagnosis Important Inflammatory bowel diseases such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease frequently occur in children diagnosis is crucial to avoid delays in growth and sexual maturation as well as other long-term complic bloody diarrhea, weight loss and fatigue. Diagnosis is difficult because endoscopic equipment may be t< unnecessary surgical procedures for a less serious problem such as irritable bowel syndrome, which has Helping Children Deal with Shots To keep current on their immunizations, infants and children may have to get five or more shots in one as they get proper comfort and support before and during injections. To maintain trust, parents should b improve behavior. Fear of pain is usually worse than the pain itself. A pacifier, story telling or music m The Shot Won *t Give You the Disease Most immunizations recommended for children are made from dead (killed) bacteria or viruses; as a re. made from live attenuated (weakened) viruses could possibly cause the disease but only a very mild for measles-mumps-rubella. The live attenuated vaccine once used against polio has been replaced by a kill Concerns about Vaccines Unfounded Concerns about the safety of commonly used vaccines spread rapidly among parents. Well controlled sti * SELECTED Outstanding Rural Health Organization Of The Year No causal association between MMR vaccine and autism was found in large studies in Englai by all major health organizations and was retracted by its authors in 2004. Contrary to allegations, data from 200,000 subjects in the Nurses' Health Study found no lint Tetanus, hepatitis B and influenza vaccines did not increase the risk of relapse in MS patients Several studies have found no increased risk of type 1 diabetes associated with any of the rou Based on multiple large epidemiological studies, the Institute of Medicine concluded that' th« vaccines and autism." Because of concerns about the mercury in thimerosal (a preservative), t amounts of it. Cell Phones Don't Cause Brain Tumors Persons using cell phones for 10 years or less had no increased risk of the most common brain tumors, population. A previous study indicated a predominance for the right side for both phone use and tdmbi By the National Rural Health Association Brain Tumors Up Among Seniors The number of primary brain tumors diagnosed among persons age 70 and over has increased dramaiibftIncidence in this age group has increased sevenfold since 1970. There are no established environments ^ "As I have said many times before, it is not the bricks and mortar which make up Ashe Memorial Hospital: but it is the people who work and serve our community who make your hospital the best it can be." patients who previously received radiation therapy to the head. Signs of a brain tumor in an older perse memory deficits-all of which can occur with other problems commonly associated with aging. Are You Taller in the Morning? You may not realize it, but you are probably taller in the morning than in the evening. And your back a absorption in the spine have a high water content that tends to become compressed through the day. — R.D. Williams, CEO New Disc Better than Fusion in Study Back pain patients who had total disc replacement did better than those undergoing spinal fusion, acco! Subjects receiving a metal and plastic disc had shorter hospital stays, more natural spine movement ant Ashe Memorial Hospital procedure in which bone is grafted across a section of the spine. Lower Back Carries Heavy Load Whenever you lift or carry, you are likely pulling a heavy load on the five vertebrae in the lowest part <3 the way you lift and carry, the cartilaginous discs in the back are subject to movement and herniation o Selected as Outstanding Rural Health Organization of the Year a herniated disc, and a herniated disc does not always mean long-term problems. For at least six month By the National Rural Health Association rest), antiinflammatory medication and physical therapy, including training in how to lift without puttie •« MOUNTAIN FAMILY CARE CENTER it Our After Hours Clinic is located at the Top Dog Clinic in Warrensville at the Ashe County Middle School. This center is NOT an extension of our emergency department, but a clinic that is available to you and your family for non-emergency care. Clinic Hours: Monday - Thursday 5:00 ~ 9:00PM • Saturday ~ 8:00AM - 5:00PM Friday and Sunday -Closed Call our staff at: 336-384-6322 for more information r Tutting a L on the faces o\ • Cosmetic Dentistry • Restorative Dentistry • Crowns and Bridges • Root ( 'an, • Surgery • I'artials a ACCEPTING KIDS! FRANCIS X. AMATO III.' Ashe Memorial Hospital Suite 1 • Jellerson dive your family the gift of a hi ASHE SERVICES Providing a broad range of services designeI enhance I heir dignity and help I hen, Board Certified Nurse Aide Hume Delivered Meals Intergenerational Day ( are Volunteer Opportunities Information and Referral Congregate Meals Adult Day Health Care Group Respite Senior Center Activities Senior Housing ^ '' �JEFFERSON POST PITAL PAGE 9 TUESDAY, JUNE 26, 2007 NtWSL/NT TIPS .ion rates are high for all racial and ethnic groups, according to the Centers for varicella was 77.1 percent for Asian children, 76.3 percent for blacks, 76 percent m through which free vaccines are offered to uninsured and under-insured children. ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL INSTALLS POWERFUL NEW CT IMAGING TECHNOLOGY FROM GE HEALTHCARE The System Provides a Diagnostic Tool for the Local Community H>pulation-based studies conducted by Danish researchers. Certain sub-groups of >urnal of Gastroenterology found no increased risk of cardiovascular-related deaths ry of the world. The highest incidence, however, is in industrialized countries: the e a higher than usual risk. that stress does not cause the inflammation in the bowels that characterizes the y and actions of the immune system, which may be either over-reacting or unable to dance of bacteria in the intestinal tract. as well as young adults. About 20 percent of cases involve children, and an early tions. Symptoms are similar to those in adults-abdominal cramping and pain, o.large for a child's body. A correct diagnosis is important, however, to avoid similar symptoms. isit. Parents should realize that children can tolerate multiple injections well as long : straightforward and truthful about the injections and never use them as threats to y take the child's attention away from the injection. ult. it's impossible for a child to get the disease from being vaccinated. Vaccines n'of it. Live attenuated viruses commonly used included varicella (chicken pox) and id virus form now that the disease has been eliminated in this country. Ashe Memorial Hospital announced today that it has acquired a new, advanced Computed Tomography Scanner from GE Healthcare. The BrightSpeed offers the latest in "multislice" CT technology along with clinical applications that will allow Ashe Memorial Hospital's physicians to quickly and accurately perform multiple diagnostic exams. These exams help diagnose disease or lifethreatening illness such as chest pain, stroke and cardiovascular disease. With the exceptional image quality, productivity, and reliability found in GE's CT products, Ashe Memorial Hospital physicians are now able to offer quality care right here at home. The system was installed in November 2006. "Our acquisition of the BrightSpeed raises the level of care that our physicians can provide for a multitude of injuries or illnesses which may lessen the need to transfer critically ill patients to other hospitals away from their family and friends," said R.D. Williams, CEO. "This system is patient friendly and its speed of producing accurate scans will help our physicians to begin treating patients by helping them to provide the diagnosis or cause of illness in a shorter period of time than previously possible. Thehighresolutionimagingcapabilities of BrightSpeed lets physicians optimize dose to the patient while at the same time gathering required diagnostic information that may reduce the need for additional, and sometimes uncomfortable, procedures. With advanced data processing features, patient information can be quickly shared with referring physicians, including three-dimensional (3-D) renderings of internal organs such as the heart and coronary arteries. "As the one of the first hospitals in our area to offer this technology, Ashe Memorial Hospital is on the leading edge of providing excellent patient care that benefits both patients and physicians," said R.D. Williams, CEO. "We are proud to once again raise the level of excellence in the healthcare services offered to the residents of Ashe County." jdies, however, have found these concerns to be unfounded. d, Finland and Denmark. A 1998 study alleging a link has been rejected between hepatitis B vaccine and chronic fatigue syndrome or MS. according to a European study. inely recommended childhood vaccines. CT Concepts Computed Tomography (CT) System, also known as a "CAT Scan" is a medical diagnostic tool that allows the visualization of internal structures within the human body. This aids physicians in diagnosing disease, viewing internal abnormalities and assessing the extent of trauma damage. evidence favors rejection of a causal relationship between thimerosal-containing 1 common childhood vaccines now contain either no thimerosal or only trace ccording to a large study based on a representative sample of the United Kingdom the UK study attributed this to reporting bias. During a typical CT procedure, the patient is placed on a table. The table then moves the patient through the gantry (a donut-shaped device), which houses an X-ray tube and detector array. For each image acquired, the X-ray tube rotates around the patient and the X-rays pass through the patient to the detector array, and thousands of X-ray measurements are acquired. The computer then processes this information and displays the corresponding images on a computer screen. (See Figure 1) This imaging technique avoids any superimposition of organs or tissues upon one another that might occur during other types of X-ray tomographic studies. illy over the past three decades in the United State and in industrialized Europe, causes such as pesticides, electromagnetic fields or radiation exposure except for i include intellectual decline over a short period, gait disturbances and short-term io offers better shock absorption. The Fibrocartilaginous discs that provide shock Figure 1 ling to a study presented at a meeting of the North American Spine Society, could perform daily activities better than those who had spinal fusion, a surgical the back, known as the lumbar spine. Depending on the anatomy of your spine and rupture, resulting in lower back pain. Lower back pain does not necessarily mean , conservative treatment for lower back pain usually includes rest (but not total bed 5 undue pressure on the lumbar spine. ill, Healthy Smile f Ashe County r .V* I Dentures DMD 246-7473 uitiful healthy smile- Call today! FOR AGING, INC. ui improve the quality of life for older adults, kfhitain their independence at home. ISO ( hattvrob Lane • I 'D Box 9 Jefferson, NC 28694 • Telephone 336-246-2461 > of Operation: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM lo 5:00 I'M Figure 2 The CT exam creates images -analogous to a single slice of bread from a whole loaf or a slice from an orange. (See Figure 2) Hence, the word 'slice' is often used to describe a view of patient anatomy. The quality of an image depends on the nature of the X-ray source and detectors, the number and speed of the measurements made, the details of the reconstruction technique (algorithm), the machine characteristics, and the methods of data display and interpretation. The computer allows healthcare professionals to shade, rotate, correlate and measure anatomy in the image.This data can be manipulated to derive even more precise clinical information. While conventional X-ray can discern tissue density difference of five percent, CT can distinguish a density difference of 1 percent or less, aiding in diagnostic confidence. www.ashememorial.org We've added a new tool to our website to make interactive healthcare a reality in the area! Community residents can now search for news and information on 5000 health-related topics by connecting to Ashe Memorial Hospital's website at www.ashememorial.org then click on the AMH Fasthealth section. You DON'T HAVE TO LEAVE TOWN TO GET THE VERY BEST CARE High Country Family Medicine • Ashe Internal Medicine Mt. Jefferson Family Medicine Dr. Charles Jones - Surgeon Dr. John Sundin - Surgeon • Dr. Chauncey Santos - Orthopedics Dr. Daniel Strickland - Gynecologist & Reproductive Endocrinologist Dr. Staci Chamberlain - Emergency Medicine Dr. Michael Tan - Emergency Medicine Dr. David Factor - Radiologist Certificates of Accreditation from MD Accreditation Commission for Healthcare B ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL SERVING THE HEART OF ASHE COUNTY SINCE 1977 ^ Together providing the very best care in the office and in the hospital 200 Hospital Avenue • Jefferson, NC • 336-846-7101 • www.ashememorial.org �PAGE 10 TUESDAY, JUNE 26, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Cruise-in for Kids coming to Smoky Mountain Barbecue Tuesday June 26 For more information, call 8463900. The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold May services at Saint Mary's in West Jefferson. Holy 6-8 p.m.: The High Country Christian Women's Club invites all women of the area to join us for our meeting at Deerfield Fellowship, Deerfield Road in Boone. Communion is celebrated at 10 a.m. Coffee hour immediately follows the service. For further information, call the church office, 983-3076 6:30 p.m.: Vacation Bible School at Gillespie Community Church. Continues through Thursday. Bro. Mitchell Mash is the teacher. Pastor Jim Francis and the congregation ask everyone to join them. Call 384-2560 for more information. The Ashe County Summer Junior Tennis League will operate every Tuesday and Thursday, through July 19 from 10 a.m. - noon at the Ashe County High School ten­ nis courts. This league is open to both boys and girls, 3rd grade up, and the one-time registration fee is $10. Come by any Tuesday and Thursday and register. For more infor­ mation call Vickie Herman at 877-5656. 7 p.m.: The Ashe County Democratic Party will hold their regular monthly meeting at Smoky Mountain Barbecue. Thursday June 28 8-11 a.m.: Wool Pool at Alleghany Fairgrounds in Sparta. For more information, call 219-2650. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: The Discipleship Ladies Bible Study will begin again on Thursday, June 28, 2007. The group meets at the Ashe Baptist Associational Conference Room. Beth Moore's "Breaking Free" will be the study guide for the next series of study. For more information and to order your Bible Study Book call Linda Blackburn @ 846-3596 or the Ashe Baptist Association Office at 246-5631. Come join a discipleship study for ladies, they would love to have you join them. 5-8 p..m.: Cruise-In for Kids at Smoky Mountain Barbecue in West Jefferson. The theme this month will by "The '50s" and we will be trying to encour­ age those who remember to get out their Brilcream, penny loafers, poodle skirts and sad­ dle shoes and cruise on in. Friday June 29 7 p.m.: Open Youth Horse Show at Alleghany County Fairgrounds, U.S. Highway 21 in Sparta. Gates open at 5 p.m.; registration begins at 5:30. Saturday June 30 4-7 p.m.: Fish Fry at Helton Community Building. Menu on the hot bar: Fish, chicken, baked beans, cole slaw, hushpuppies, steak fries, dessert. Cost: $7, take-outs available. Sponsored by Helton Volunteer Ambulance Service and Helton Community Center. Ongoing Events Alcoholics Anonymous Group meets on Mondays and Thursdays at Jefferson United Methodist Church at 7:30 p.m. - Closed Discussion and Saturday at noon - Closed "Big Book Study" - All meetings are non-smoking. Wilkes Community College - Ashe Center Cont. Ed. Dept. is offering the follow­ ing classes: Medication Aide: Monday-Thursday, begin­ ning June 25 thru July 3, from 11:00 am until 3:00 pm at the Ashe Campus. Tuition is $55. Notary Update: On Tuesday, June 12, from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm at the Ashe Campus. Tuition is $50. Notary: Monday and Tuesday June 18 & 19 from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm at the Ashe Campus. Tuition is $50. Computer Basics I: On Thursdays, beginning June 28 thru Aug 9, from 5:30 pm until 7:30 pm. Tuition is $60. Coping with Breast Cancer Treatment Learn to prevent lymphedema, fatigue, pain and soreness which can occur with treatment for breast cancer. Led by physical and occupational therapists who will share exer­ cises, precautions, massage to help heal the body. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Inc. Class starts Monday, June 11th Meets the 2nd Monday of each month. Doors open at 5pm for infor­ mal sharing and opportunities to explore books and tapes in the Resource Room. Group lasts from 5:30-6:30. Location: Cancer Resource Center at the Seby B. Jones Cancer Center For more information call the Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center at (828) 262-4332. Art for the Health of Expressive Arts Therapy It: For breast cancer survivors.. Through music, visual arts, movement, poetry and sto­ rytelling, we feel emotional release, inspiration, a sense of community and a remember­ ing of the beauty of life even in the midst of our darkest hours. We somehow know that all is not lost, and are rejoined to hope. Each class will explore a new expressive arts oppor­ tunity. You do not need to 'be an artist' to participate. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Inc. Program starts Monday, June 25, 2007 Meets the 4th Monday of each month. Doors open at 5pm for infor­ mal sharing and opportunities to explore books and tapes in the Resource Room. Group lasts from 5:30-6:30. Location: Cancer Resource Center at the Seby B. Jones Cancer Center. For more information call the Seby B.Jones Regional Cancer Center at (828) 262-4332. The Pink Ribbon Program Staying Strong Beyond Breast Cancer This program of pilates-based exercises is designed to strengthen and create flexibility, balance and physical empowerment for any­ one with breast cancer, whether newly diagnosed, in treatment, or a survivor of several years. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Inc. Meets twice weekly for six weeks starting Monday, June 11 at the Wellness Center.Class is offered Mondays, 12-1 and Wednesdays, 6-7. Pre-registration is required as class size is limited. Call Kathie Billing to pre-register and for more infor- mation, (828) 262 0098. Breast Cancer Support Program Whether you have just been diagnosed with breast cancer, or are in treatment or recovery, or a survivor of sev­ eral years, this free support program offers opportunities to share issues specific to breast cancer in a supportive and understanding group. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for . the Cure, Inc. Meets twice a month on 1st and 3rd Mondays. Doors open at 5pm for informal sharing and opportunities to explore books and tapes in the Resource Room. Group lasts from 5:30-6:30. Led by Carolyn Carr, LCSW Location: Cancer Resource Center at the Seby B. Jones Cancer Center For more information about any of these programs, call the Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center at (828) 262-4332. Watauga Wellness Cancer Program. A fitness program for patients actively receiving cancer treatment or those who have gone through treat­ ment in the past year, as well as spouses/caregivers. Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:00 -1:00 pm at the Wellness Center. Call Beth Ann Syers at (828) 266-1060 for more infor­ mation. Believe it or not, It's time for the 10-year high school reunion for the Northwest Ashe Mountaineers Class of 1997! The reunion will be held at the old high school gym/ lobby (now Ashe County Middle School) on Saturday, July 14th at 1:30 p.m. Backyard Burger will be providing the food and drinks ($7 per person dona­ tions accepted at event, $3.50 for kids). We'll also have some music from the good old days and, of course, your old friends will be there! Invitations will be mailed out to either cur­ rent addresses or permanent addresses. Feel free to email your address to Beverly Miller at bevnicolel @ yahoo.com just in case she doesn't have it! You can also email her with questions about the event. A lot has been blocked off for us at Twin Rivers for anyone who wishes to continue the fun later. Please call 866-982-3456 to make reservations before June 15th . Just tell them you're with the Northwest Ashe reunion. See ya'll there! Advanced tickets are now on sale for the Ola Belle Reed Homecoming Festival on August 17,18 and 19. During the month of May get your 3-day pass for $15. Tickets outlets include the Ashe Arts Center in West Jefferson, Lansing Foods, Larry's Satellites and Bert's Baskets in downtown Lansing as well as the website. This year's fes­ tival will feature Tim O'Brien, Jeff Little, White Top Mountain Band and more. The Ola Belle Reed Homecoming Festival is a fundraiser for the Greater Lansing Area Development Committee. For more informa­ tion, visit the website at www. olabellefest.com. AL-ANON (for family and friends of addicted persons): Meets on Wednesdays at the First Baptist Church in West Jefferson at noon. For details, call 384-1940. The Board of Elections meets the second Tuesday in each month at the Court House in Jefferson. These meetings are open to the public. New River Earth Institute NREI is a nonprofit educational foundation seeking to motivate individuals to examine person­ al actions, habits and values as they relate to environmen­ tal issues. It seeks to help individuals transform their lives by accepting responsibility for the earth and acting upon a commitment to it. The insti­ tute offers seven discussion Smoke from outdoor burning pollutes the air and is unhealthy to breathe. IT'S ILLEGAL TO BURN: • Garbage, paper and cardboard • Tires and other rubber products •Building materials, including lumber •Wire, plastics and synthetic materials •Asphalt shingles and heavy oils •Paints, household and agricultural chemicals •Buildings and other structures •Anything when air quality forecast is Code Orange or Red For air quality forecasts, call 1 (888) 784-6224 or visit www.ncair.org. Leaves, branches and other yard trimmings can be burned, if no public pickup is available and you follow DAQ guidelines. Open burning to clear vegetation from land or rights-of-way may be allowed, provided, provided that: •Prevailing winds are away from built up areas and roads • Fires are at least 1,000 feet away from occupied buildings •Burning is done on the site of origin, between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. Burn parmlts Issued by the N.C. Division of Forest Resources or other agents do not excuse a person from following air quality rules. For more Information, contact: 1 (877) OPEN BURN www.ncair.org 1 (877) 673-6287 Winston-Salem Regional Office Division of Air Quality 585 Waughtown Street Winston-Salem, NC 27107 (336) 771-5000 (This ad paid for by a violator of the open burning law.) Wilkes Community College - Ashe Center is offering: Home Inspection Exam Review On Monday, April 2 thru June 11, from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm at the Ashe Center. Tuition is $55 Until September: Get a free Smoke Detector for your home! It involves having either our fire marshal or a participat­ ing local fire department mem­ ber go out to your home, fill out a short survey about any exist­ ing smoke alarms and provide some fire safety education while completing the installation. This is made possible through the Ashe County Emergency Management Office. Call Community Outreach with your name, address and phone number and it will be passed on to the Office of Emergency Management and you will be contacted. Call 846-0781. Ashe County Dog Park Committee is seeking vol­ unteers for upcoming fund raisers! Call 336-877-2924 for more info. Ashe County Dog Park Committee needs your dona­ tions for an upcoming yardsale. All proceeds go to the Dog Park IBLP Seminar (Institute in Basic Life Principles) The Bible truly does have the solu­ tions to all the problems and situations the human race ev er had or ever will encounter. For those who are interested in searching deep enough we are offering to host a "Basic Life Seminar" in our home. This will require a commitment of one night a week for two to three hours a session for eight weeks. There will be no cost. Refreshments will be available. Work books are provided. If you are interested or would like more information, you may call: Dale or Arma at: 336-385-6129 or 336-877-7835 Ashe Central High School Class of '77 30 Year Reunion Plans are Underway!! Classmates - Please call or email with your current address, phone, e-mail, etc. If you would like to be part of the planning, let us know! We'll notify you of the next meeting. Contact: Jorena Koontz Barnes - 336667-7028 jorena.barnes® bankofamerica.com or Debbie Taylor Richardson - 336-3843605 glitch529@hotmail.com Our elementary schools need your help! Mountain View Elementary School is currently in need of monetary donations to help them buy books for chil­ dren in conjunction with a visit­ ing author program about the county's roots. The book: Addie Clawson, Rural Mail Carrier is set in Ashe County and profiles the first female route carrier for the Postal Service in the county. Call the school at 336982-4200 for information on how you can help. The monthly meeting of the Watauga Chapter of NC Council for the Blind is held each second Friday at 10 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church on East King Street. Refreshments are served and the public and volunteers are invited! Weather cancellation: if the public schools are closed the meeting will not be held. For more information, call: 297- 5346 Your Ingles Advantage Card, Food Lion Card or Carolina West Wireless Account can help Westwood Elementary at no cost to you! Just link your account to our school today! Just visit the front office at Ingles, go to www.foodlion. com or write a brief not on your next Carolina West Wireless bill, and they do the rest. It only takes a few moments. For these or any other fundraisers that may be going on at Westood School, please call Linda Yakel at 846-1166 for continued on page 11 A Jefferson Post / NASCAR STOP Pick the winner'of the race & win $20! V V Be sure to watch the Lenox Industrial Tools 300 on Sunday, July l5{and play the NASCAR contest with the Jefferson Post. Please check our Friday, July 6th edition for the winner information on this race. Official Jefferson Post / NASCAR Pit Stop for Prizes I Race Winner ^ Your Name _ I Your Address State Zip | Phone # • • Pit: Stop for Prizes Contest Rules 2. Only one (1) entry per person per race. Duplicate entries will void all entries for thai person, for that race. You may enter as many separate races as you like throughout the contest. 3. Entry form is published with the contest each race. In order to be eligible you must use the ofticial entry form for that race from the JEFFERSON POST or its facsimile. 4. How to Win -- Write down the name of the driver week's If I you think will win thatyou win race on the entry form.tie, you answer correctly, $20. In the event of a the person guessing closest to the number of cautions during the race will win $20. 5. All entries must be received in the office of the JEFFERSON POST no later than 5:00pm the Friday before the race that is entered. Entry Form |Race Lenox Industrial Tools 300 New Hampshire International Speedway 6-26-07 |City ^ Breathe... Don't Burn! courses for the community. For information please call Vicki at 336-246-2166. Online www. NewRiverEarthlnstitute.org TIE BREAKER: (PLEASE GUESS THE NUMBER OF CAUTIONS DURING THIS RACE) Mail this form to: Jefferson Post, PO Box 808, | West Jefferson, NC' 28694, or bring by our office .u 203 S. Second Ave. in West Jefferson I Due to the change in ownership of the Jefferson Post, we are unable to continue to offer Bonus Points for the Nascar Contest. We will continue to award a weekly prize of $20 to the winner of the Nascar Contest. No Purchase Necessary to Win A Special Thanks To Our Great Sponsors: WEST JEFFERSON CHEVROLET OANAMB1ICAN REVOLUTION West Jefferson, NC • 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy.net F M D I D r King of the HlTlr lllu Mountain Phnuolun Chrysler * Jeep • Dodge • Iaah ~ New 2007 2000 West US Ram 1500 Reg Cab Hwy 421 L SXT4X2 wilkesboro, NC $13,888 866-380-2458 Parker Tie Company Inc. Building Supply and Hardware 19 South 3rd Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.parkcrtie.doitbest.com (336) 246-2611 IHE Place to Win! CCS, Inc. <§) YAMAHA of Jefferson! i. N C • • �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, JUNE 26, 2007 PAGE 11 COMMUNITY EVENTS Vacation Bible Schools continue this week continued from page 10 more information. The Country Roads Mobile Pharmacy will no longer be running. However, the Hunger and Health Coalition Free Pharmacy will continue to serve Ashe County clients. Prescriptions can be called in or faxed in, Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The phone number is 828-262-1628, the fax number is 828-262-0154. Prescriptions may be picked up at the Boone Hunger and Health Coalition only on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 141 Health Center Drive in Boone in the old health department building off the Bamboo Road. Small Group Opportunity for Newly Married and Engaged Couples. FaithBridge United Methodist Church is offering a new Small Group for Newly Married and Engaged Couples, to enrich budding marriage relationships. This small group will provide fellowship opportunities with other couples just starting out, as well as offer teaching from a video-based curriculum by two Christian counselors who are experts on marriage, Les and Leslie Parrott. The small group will be facilitated by Rev. Marianne Romanat, pastor of FaithBridge.This group will meet in the home of Kyle and Elise Sigmon in Boone, for Directions call: 828-295-8333 on Wednesday nights from 6:30-8:00pm, beginning March 7th and ending May 9th. Desserts and coffefe will be provided by the church, and child care will be available upon request. For more information about this small group opportunity, contact FaithBridge United Methodist Church at 828-2958333 or visiting the church's website: www.faithbridgeumc. org . FaithBridge worships on Sundays at 11am at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium on Sunset Drive. Dress is casual and child care is provided for all worship services. The Ashe County Democratic Party Headquarters will be open the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month from 10 a.m. until noon. Gary Barber, County Commissioner, will be there to hear from the public any issues they wish to discuss. Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for directions Edward Elliott, Dipl.Ac., L.Ac., is now accepting patients at the Crossroads Counseling Services clinic, located in Jefferson, NC. Edward is a board certified licensed acupuncturist, trained in the Classical method of Chinese medicine. He is well versed in treating a wide range of issues including; fibromyalgia, tendinomuscular issues, arthritis, migraine headaches, male and female reproductive issues, gastrointestinal and digestive issues, back pain, lethargy and general malaise, addiction, most emotional disorders, as well as many conditions not listed here. Edward is a native of the High Country, and a graduate from the Jung Tao School of Classical Chinese Medicine. Now accepting new patients on Fridays in the Jefferson office from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.. Please call 336-8467492 mailbox #7, or 828-4061985 for an appointment and directions. monthly through December. For More information, call Isabel Spencer at 246-9449 Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. from April through October and at other times by appointment. While the 1904 courthouse building in Jefferson is undergoing renovations, we are temporarily across the street. No admission is charged. Ashe County items are on display and donated/loaned items are appreciated. Call 846-1904, 982-3261, or 846-1638 for more information. Church on Beaver Creek Road in West Jefferson, at 6 p.m. every Tuesday. If you or a loved one is in need of prayers for any reason, come join in this uplifting service. Dress is casual, and the service lasts about 30 minutes. Call 9823076 if more information is required. Book Lover's Sale inside the Ashe County Public Library in West Jefferson, featuring the finest in used books, magazines, audio books, videos, and children's books. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library this ongoing sale is updated every 2-3 days with current donations. "All the good stuff - all the time." Come and browse through hundreds of titles. 100% of sales benefit the library. Donations are welcomed. Call 336-846-2041 to arrange for pick-up or for more information. 2nd Cup Ministry of Glendale Springs Presbyterian Church in the John Luke Memorial Building on Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m. - noon, Tuesday and Thursday evenings 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Come and have a second cup of coffee with friends and neighbors. Celebrate Recovery is here to help with the hurts, habits and hang-ups of life. Sponsored by Highlands Community Church, Celebrate Recovery worships and listens with confidentiality on Thursday evenings from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. at "The Gathering Place", now located at 787 Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. Location is across from Ashe Services for Aging. Childcare will be provided. For more information call 384-1282 or 982-4634. Blue Ridge Baptist Church Ashe County Humane Society has a morning Bible Study each Wednesday at 10 a.m. Rev. Paul Coffey is leading this study and they welcome everyone to come. This is a relaxed group with refreshments served. Just come as you are - all are welcome. For more information you may call Carolyn Charles at 877-2110. announces pet adoptions each Saturday at the Pet Resource Center in West Jefferson from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Come adopt a pet or bring any puppy or kitten that you would like to find a home for. Call 846-PAWS to find out more. pregnant, breast-feeding or . Lunch Break Grief Support postpartum woman, infant, or Group sponsored by High child less than five years of Country Health Care Hospice age, and meet certain eligibility will be held every Thursday guidelines, you may qualify to from noon - 1 p.m. at the office participate in the WIC Program. located on Hwy 88 in Jefferson. This is open to anyone who WIC is a special supplemental food program that provides has lost a loved one or is individually prescribed experiencing grief. Bring your packages of food to those who lunch and join them. No preare eligible. There is no cost for registration is necessary and this service. If you want to know you can come in and drop if you qualify to participate out as needed. This is an in the WIC program or know on-going group that meets someone who does; contact weekly. If you have questions 246-2013. please call Lisa Courtney, Prenatal Education for Latino bereavement coordinator, for Families at Ashe County more information at 265-3926. Health Dept. Classes are held Healing Prayer Services are from 10 a.m. -12 p.m., and meet held at St. Mary's Episcopal more information and support. This is a group of women who have faced cancer and recovered and are trained by the American Cancer Society to offer hope, friendship, and knowledge. Please contact Charlene Phillips, local coordinator, at 336-246-3871. Women in Touch is training in breast self-examination available for women of all ages. Become aware of warning signs and the best methods for early detection of breast cancer. Please call Ann Cope at 336-982-9379 or Lib Bare at 336-246-9944. Car Seat Checks are held at Family Central every third Friday from 10:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Call 246-0781 for details. Ashe County Public Library is open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., and Saturday 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. For more information, call 846-2041, or visit www.arlibrary.org. women who have been diagnosed with cancer needing Looking for old photos of Todd: Anyone who has old (1920s through 1960s) photographs of Todd, NC, is invited to submit them for a community fund raising project. They will be handled carefully and returned promptly. For more information, contact James Lewis at 336-877-3263 or at P.O. Box 168, Todd, NC 28684. Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday Friday without appointments. Primary Care: Monday - Friday Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary WIC (Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children): If you are a Look Good...Feel Better at AMH Mt. Hearts. For women undergoing cancer treatment. Free information, a make­ up kit, and skin care will be provided. To find out more, call 846-0781. The Ashe County Worship Center will be temporarily meeting at the Ashe County Arts Center on School Street in West Jefferson on Sundays at 11 a.m. For more information you may call the Ashe County Worship Center at: (336) 8461189 Lost Provinces Shape Note Singers will meet the first and third Monday of every month at Ashe County Arts Center in West Jefferson beginning at 7 p.m. Instructor is Sharon Kellam. Everyone is invited to participate. For information call 385-1299. Enjoy OI'Time and Bluegrass music at the Nella Community Center every Friday evening, at 7 p.m. with local musicians and bands. No admission charge. Donations will be appreciated and will be used for improvements to the Nella Community Center. Museum of Ashe County History is open Tuesday - BROC (Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission) Clothing Store in Warrensville is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. All clothing items are $1. The store is accepting donations of all items including clothing, household items,small furniture, and home decorations as well as left-over yard sale items. Donations are taken anytime, Monday-Sunday. BROC in Warrensville holds a yard sale every Friday, 8:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Auto Insurance Garry Elliott Agent Lonnie F. Darnell, Jr. Agent We'll go the Martin J. Weaver EXTRA MILE Agent Jason Burgin Agent Dependable service, fast, fair claims and some of the best discounts available in our state is what you can expect from North Carolina Farm Bureau Insurance Companies. With proven protection, year after year, thousands of people just like you have trusted us to help them with their auto insurance needs. Ask for a Free Auto Insurance review today...so when you need, one of our qualified agents can go the extra mile with you. Michael F. 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O ur friendV staffw iCL supportyou every step of the way. SkyLine SkyBest Callus today at877-1350 and ask aboutSelectSurf 15 Mbpsv �PAGE 12 TUESDAY, JUNE 26, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy 140-Help Wanted 260-Garage/Yard Sales 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals Pursuant to an Or­ TOWN OF WEST JEF- ing dock on the proper­ PUBLIC ty he owns and use the der of Sale, we, FERSON 2003 GMC Envoy SL. ATTENTION: ALL FUproperty as a ware­ KITS 94,500 (highway) TURE John T. Kilby and HEARING HOME BUY­ CLASSIFIED house. The rezoning Are available at the miles. 4WD. New tires ERS!! Just in 4 Carlyle Sherrill, coADVERTISING The Board of Aldermen was requested by Rick Jefferson Post for & brakes. Body great MONTHS Winter Will Jeffrey Darryl Rumple commissioners, will for the Town of West Woodie in order to en­ purchase. Each kit condition, dark blue, Be Upon Us. You Need c/o Nicole V. Bryan Office Hours & Bryan, on June 29, 2007, at Jefferson will hold a sure the uses are con­ includes: 6 Signs leather, sunroof, PDL, To Buy Now So You Vandiver Monday • Friday 2:00 p.m. on the public hearing on sistent with the M-1 60 Price Stickers PB, PW. $12,500 OBO. Can Be In Your New PLLC 8 am - 5 pm the Thursday, July 12, Zoning District. 18809 W. Catawba third floor of 6 Directional Arrows Call 336 846-1657, Home Before Cold and Ashe County court­ 2007 at 5:50 PM at Marking Pen Jonathan Jordan Snowy Weather Sets Ave., Ste 102 CLASSIFIED Inventory & Tip Sheet. In. Call For Appoint­ Cornelius, North Caroli­ house in Jefferson, Town Hall. The pur­ DEADLINES 2002 Dodge Dakota, North Carolina, sell pose of this hearing is ment At 336-973-2335 na 28031 For only $5.95 each 4x4, extra cab, V-8, Freedom Homes Ask NORTH CAROLINA to the highest bidder to receive comment Tuesday's paper CD, AC, Cruise. Great and to amend the zon­ ASHE COUNTY For D S Prevette. YARD SALES for cash the follow­ (Friday 9:00 am) truck. $13,500. Call ing ordinance of the Advertise your yard ing described tract of Town of West Jeffer­ 336-384-1047. Friday's paper Check Out the NOTICE OF MARTHA sale in this space land, to wit: (Wednesday son. The various sec­ SHOPPING FOR A W. THORNDYKE BEGINNING on a tions that are listed Jefferson Post for 9:00 am) 4X4? EXECUTRIX OF THE --$9.50 1 time stake near the (with a brief description Keep Checking the ESTATE OF THELMA $15.00 2 times the latest deals on branch in the line of ) are proposed to be Classified Ads. WEAVER IMPORTANT the Scenic Highway amended: INFORMATION Copy and payment Mobile Homes by The undersigned, hav­ lands and Oscar Section 40.7 within Ar­ have to be in our 430-Rooms, In the case of an error ing qualified as Viers office by these corner and ticle IV of the Town of Apts., Houses Local Dealers on our part, credit will Executrix of the Estate then a Northerly di­ West Jefferson's Zon­ deadlines. ing Ordinance; that For Rent be given for the first of Thelma Weaver, rection with said concerns JUNKYARDS LOOKING TO BUY deceased, late of Ashe incorrect run only. The Tuesday Edition Applications are now NONCONFORM­ YOUR FIRST HOME?? County, North Carolina Viers' line to a stake AS Jefferson Post is Friday by 9 am being accepted for Great package for this is to notify all in Wyatt line, then ING USES, Section 41 not responsible for Friday Edition Housing for first time buyer persons having claims with the Wyatt line to within Article IV of the incorrect copy submit­ HablUtatlve Techni­ Wednesday by 9 am Senior Citizens land home packages!! Younger line, Town of West Jeffer­ against said estate to the ted by the advertiser cian positions available at Spruce Hills Zoning Ordi­ 336-973-4462 present them to the then Easterly with son's or for typographical Two inch space for NOW in the Ashe Apartments in undersigned on or the Younger line to nance is requested that errors which do not County area. One on NEW GOVERNMENT the above costs. West Jefferson. NC before the 14th day of the J.B. Bare line, an addition concerning lessen the value of the one habilitative serv­ LOANS!! 'One bedroom, the Neighborhood September, 2007, or ad. New 3-4 Bedroom ices needed for clients unfurnished energy then Southwardly Service (NS) District's 290-Horses & this notice will be land/home packages. with various develop­ efficient apartments pleaded in bar of their with the J.B. Bare permitted signs to be Charges Qualifying hot line 'Handicapped mental disabilities. Livestock recovery. All persons line to a stake to the added, Section 41.6 Rates depend on size 336-973-4462 HomeCare offers ex­ accessible PLACE YOUR Eye strain from indebted to the said line of the Scenic and the Amendment of ad and number of cellent training and su­ "Rent based on WE GET ER DONE!! "LIVESTOCK FOR estate will please make Highway, then West­ dated October 3, 1985, runs. Please call computer use pervision, offering up to applicants income New land home SALE"ADS immediate payment to ward^ with the said within Article IX of the Classified Dept. is the number one $14.00 per hour for Section 8 assistance doublewide and FOR ONLY $ 3.50 Town of West Jeffer­ the undersigned. for information. certain cases and serv­ available line to the BEGIN­ son's Zoning Ordi­ modulars compluint of office PER AD. (UP TO 20 ices. These positions Available now.... WORDS). CALL NING, and contain­ nance concerning: AP­ workers. Talk to your Mail orders should be require a GED / High This the 7th day of GOVERNMENT CLASSIFIED DEPT. ing sixty acres, more PLICATION FOR ZON­ eyecare professional sent with payment to: June, 2007. School diploma and a MAKES DOWN AT 336-846-7164 or less. For prior ING PERMIT. All of about computer eye­ valid NC drivers' licens, PAYMENT FOR MORE Classified Advertising Martha W. Thorndyke Deed Reference re­ these actions were re­ wear to help prevent while HomeCare pro­ For more information, INFORMATION New Generation fer to Deed Book quested by the Town The Jefferson Postji vides all other neces­ 1095-6 Friendship Rd. eye strain. Call 336-246-9163 Homes PO Box 808 Jefferson, NC 28640 N3, Page 593, Deed Planner in order to TDD# 1-800-735-2962 sary training. EXDSL 300336-973-4462 make the Zoning Ordi­ West Jefferson. NC inced applicants prefer­ Miscellaneous Book N3, Page 594, Tb» Vision Council ol Anwrlca nance more current 28694 John T. Kilby rocommanria regular aye enrmi 530-Lots & red . Please call FOR QUICK and Deed Book A4, lor yuu and your family lo eirnurn and to protect the resi­ BUYING OR Kilby & Hurley HomeCare Manage­ RESULTS! heullhy vision. Acreage Page 497. dents of the Town of SELLING? (We accept personal PO Box 24 ment for an application Need to advertise a There is EXCEPTED West Jefferson. The BANK ON THE check, Visa or West Jefferson, NC Do you have a lot at 828-264-1021 (tollplace for rent? List it from the above-de­ full written texts of JEFFERSON POST Master Card) 28694 or acreage for sale? free 888-878-5199), fax in our "for rentscribed property that these amendments are CLASSIFIEDS. List it in the Jefferson your resume to 828sections. Telephone. certain conveyance available to the public Post Classifieds. Publication dates: 264-0755, or access an Call Geraldine at (336) 846-7164 6/1207; 6/19/07; Call 336-846-7164 of 2.18 acres to Dor- prior to the hearings at application through our For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. 336-846-7164 Reloading Fax: 6/25/07; 7/3/07 to place your ad. website at www.home- Shotgun sey Joe Bare, of re­ Town Hall. Press, 20 GA. $75 (336) 846-7165 For Rent: cord in Deed Book NORTH CAROLINA The Board of Aldermen 3 Bedroom House on click on Employment Call 336-877-0159 www.checkyearly.com COUNTY OF ASHE 550-Real Estate X5, Page 206, of the for the Town of West e-mail: West Buck Mountain Opportunities. The Jefferson Post Ashe County Regis­ Jefferson will hold a Wanted classified® Rd. has FREE IN THE GENERAL try, to which record­ jeffersonpost com 250-Furniture public hearing on 1 st month rent and Local Couple wishing COURT OF JUSTICE wooden pallets. Web: ed deed reference is Thursday, July 12, deposit required. to buy 20-100 acre SUPERIOR Brand New Tables: COURT www.jeffersonpost.com Just come by hereby made for a 2007 at 5:55 PM at Call after 6 p.m. farm w/ pastures. DIVISION Bob Timberlake, and pick them up. BEFORE For the latest at 877-4059 more specific metes Town Hall. The pur­ 30-Special House & Outbuildings THE CLERK Southern Living & other pose of this hearing is local news, 310-Musical a plus. Must be no and bounds descrip­ new furniture. Tables Notices Little Classifieds... to receive comment on more than 20 minutes FILE # 91-E-40 $450 - $650. tion thereof. m -j r-i? fiL-a -J M j rtkca subscribe to the rezoning of the BIG If you have left Call 336-982-4027 from Jefferson. Call EXECUTOR'S NO­ A good faith deposit We lease Pianos. property owned by Rick pictures with us or 828-406-4539 336-620-2390. TICE TO CREDITORS The Jefferson RESULTS! of ten (10%) percent Woodie of Parker Tie. New & Used Grands. PLEASE remember to We buy. sell, tune, of the bid price will The property was ini­ 1115260-Garage/Yard come in and pick Post. Call IN THE MATTER OF move, refinish & be required at the tially zoned Conditional Professionals them up. Sales 440-Offices, THE ESTATE OF JoEvelyn at rebuild pianos. time and place of Use (CU) and is part of THANKYOU Bldgs., For CLYDE Iti:M^:il»V^:Ukil MYRTLE 3 Family Garage Sale Acme - Piano Man the buildings that com­ Jefferson Post sale. 846-7164 PIERCE Rent/Lease or Sat. June 30th FOR HIRE 800-745-3950 This the 19th day of prise Jefferson Station Rain or Shine Sale and is requested to be today! PUBLISHER S NOTICE: All persons, firms and June, 2007. 7 a.m. - Noon All real estate advertising rezoned Industrial (M330-Pets Let me help you Commercial corporations having John T. Kilby In this newspaper is sub1)_. Mr. Woodie is pre­ to create |ect to the Fair Housing Act AKC Bloodhound, all claims against MYR­ Co-commissioner Buildings Name Brand Cloth­ paring to place a loadwhich makes It illegal to unique logos, for rent. TLE CLYDE PIERCE, P. O. Box 24 ing: Boy's 10-12, Jun­ shots, 4 mo.s old. Ex­ advertise any preferences. brochures, West Jefferson, deceased of Ashe Limitation or discrimination ior's 3-7, Ladles Size cellent pet. $250. Call West Jefferson, N. For all the latest news, based on race, color, 877-1989 County, North Carolina, 3500 sq ft, all or 1/2. business cards, 6 and Mediums, religion, sex. handicap, C. 28694 are hereby notified to Lansing -1100 sq ft. Do you enjoy working with parents and chil­ dren? Ashe Partner­ ship for Children is seeking 2 fulltime pa­ rent educators to work with parents in our liter­ acy program and our home based parenting education program. Ed­ ucators will also offer parent education classes to the public and be responsible for our awsome on-site Cooperative Play Cen­ ter and play groups. A four year degree in a related field is required. Salary range is $20,000 - $25,000. Good benefits and ex­ cellent working condi­ tions. Apply at Employ­ ment Security Commis­ sion and fill out an ap­ plication and submit a resume. signed. This is the 19th day of June, 2007 m p| I Wfi# I financial status or national origin includes children un­ der the age of 16 living with I parents or legal custodians, pregnant women S people 1 securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising lor legal estate which is In violation of the law Our readers are hero by Informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa per are available on oqual opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-freo at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing impaired Is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 140-Help Wanted ATTENTION CNA I S: PT and FT positions available for Home Care in Ashe County. um Benefits with Mile­ age and HEALTH IN-. SURANCE available after 90 days. Call Tammy Jones at (800) 790-7483 Toll Free. J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! Men s XL Pilates Machine, Lug­ gage, bedding, Watt Knots, Home Interior, Coffee Tables, Large Rug, Small T.V., Etc. Too many items to mention! At the home of Tina Sheets 982-9250. From Jefferson take Hwy 88 East, go 5 miles, then cross Walt Sheets Bridge, Take first paged Rd. to the right passed in­ tersection, stay right. It's the house with the fence - Follow Signsl Incredible Multi-Family Yardsale! Mark your Calendarl July 7th - 7 a.m. Furniture, tables, chairs, TVs, clothes, books, jewlery, dishes, household and kitchen goods, exercise equipment, baby equipment, old stuff and antiques, Christmas decora­ tions, everything un­ der the sun! 244 Luther Road (Road Beside Ashe Federal In Jefferson) Jefferson, N.C. Look for the Signs uassipeas make tents" "Cents make Dollars" Did you know that it you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information For Sale: 1 year old very well built dog house, never used. Tan with Green shin­ gles. For small or medi­ um sized dog. Paid $100, sell for $40. Call 877-7845 Free Kittens to a Good Home! 3 Beautiful Black Kittens. Call 336877-3008 FREE KITTENS! Four Gray and One Black! Call 336-982-2432 FREE TO GOOD HOME: 4 black kittens. 3 have some white on belly, one is solid black! 3 females and 1 male. 982-8260 PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 460-Mobile Homes for Rent High-end quality at reasonable rates. No job too big or too small. 3 bedroom, 2 bath Mobile home, located in Friendship Park, Jefferson, NC. $450 non-refundable deposit plus $450 for first month rent. No pets. Will also sell. Call 336982-5072 after 6 pm For more information, please call Firefly Graphx at 336-982-5145 or email hreflvcanoe&vahoo.com 490-Houses / Apts. for Sale 1195-Legals House & 12 acres 4BD, town & gravity water, new windows & siding. Lg metal build­ ing & utility bdg in Lansing. $235,000 Call Bobby 336-3842328 or 620-8020 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. Classifieds Work! Notice of Administration The undersigned, hav­ ing qualified as Execu­ tor of the Estate of Paul Rumple, deceased, late of Ashe County, North Carolina hereby notifies all person, firms and corporations having claims against said estate to present them, duly verified, to the undersigned in care of Nicole V Bryan, At­ torney, Vandiver & Bry­ an. PLLC, 18809 W. Catawba Avenue, Suite 102, Cornelius, North Carolina 28031, on or before September 17, 2007, or the Notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to the said estate will please make immediate settle­ ment with the under- present them to William Howard Pierce as Ex­ ecutor of the dece­ dent's estate, on or be­ fore the 24th day of September, 2007, in care of the under­ signed attourney for the Executor at the ad­ dress appearing below, or this notice will be plead in bar of their re­ covery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said es­ tate will please make immediate payment to the above named Wil­ liam Howard Pierce, Executor of the Estate of Myrtle Clyde Pierce. This the 26th day of June, 2007. John A. Turner, Attour­ ney for Howard Pierce, Executor Turner & Yates, PA. 136 North Water Street Boone, North Carolina 286074 WANTED: To Sell Your Old Appliances- Employ THE JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 846-7164 THE OAKS LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY turn to The Jefferson Carlyle Sherrill Co-commissioner 117 West Council Street Salisbury, NC 28144 Post, your hometown newspaper since 1925 $$$$ Plan now for your Yard Sale and advertise in The Jefferson Post. vmiTw/ CANT TOUCH THIS!!! LEARN TOM l i ALLIANCE TRACTOR -TRAILER TRAINING CENTERS • FULL & PART-TIME • CLASSES • CDL TRAINING • • FINANCING • AVAILABLE • JOB PLACEMENT • N EW M ODELS - DOUBLEWIDES, LAND/HOME No CREDIT!!! 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Tract #2—28.62 Acres—Wooded and Open Land with Streams and Beauti­ ful Views! Tract #3—25.20-+ Acres—Mostly Wooded & Great Views. Abudance of Wildlife—Turkey & Deer! To Show You This Outstanding Property, Sales Representatives will be on property from 2-4 pm on June 24 or coll for appointment or brochure 276238-8373. Visit our website for photos & more information at www.aldermanauction.com. Directions—From Independence go Rt. 21 North 9.1 miles then turn right on Carsonville Rd., go 3.2 miles on Carsonville Rd. Turn left on Hines Branch Rd., go 1.2 miles on Hines Branch Rd. Then turn left on Morning Dove Lane into property. Announcements made day of sale take precedence over all printed material. Northwestern Housing Enterprises, Inc. 869 Hwy 105 Extension, Boone, NC 28607 An equal housing opportunity agency Alderman Auction and Associates, LLC 7338 Carrollton Pike, Galax, Va. 24333 276-238-8373 Richard Alderman VAAL#422 NC #4119 �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, JUNE 26, 2007 COMMUNITY NEWS ]UstheCok! 'Keep on the Sunny Side' to debut Keep on the Sunny Side, a musical about America's First Family of Country Music, ex­ plores the origins of the leg­ endary Carter Family, July 25—Aug. 12 at the Mariam & Robert Hayes Performing Arts Center in Blowing Rock. Step back in time to the day in June 1914 when Alvin Pleas­ ant Delaney Carter met his future wife, the young Sara Dougherty. From their early days together in the Appala­ chians, when they gathered in homes and played schools and churches, to their later musical triumphs, Keep on the Sunny Side follows A.P. as he discov­ ers and writes the songs that would secure the family's place in musical history. In addition to the rich musical heritage, the story also sheds light on A.P. and Sara's love story, and the strains and stresses that enormous success placed on their relationship. The original Carter Fam­ ily, who recorded more than 300 songs and was the first group to be elected into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1970, consisted of A.P, Sara and Maybelle Carter, who was married to A.P.'s brother Ezra. Their music had a profound impact on bluegrass, coun­ try, Southern gospel, pop and rock, as well as the U.S. folk revival of the 1960s. Keep on the Sunny Side features more than two dozen songs, includ­ ing "Worried Man Blues," "Are You Lonesome Tonight," "Wa­ bash Cannonball," "Will the Circle Be Unbroken," "Wildwood Flower" and, of course, the song from which the show's title was taken. Keep on the Sunny Side was written by Douglas Pote and was first presented by the Barter Theatre in 2003. The production from the Blowing Rock Stage Company includes two members from the original cast, Gill Braswell and Kimberly Mays, and a newcomer to the show, Gina Stewart, a member of the Charlottebased, critically hailed Ameri­ cana trio Volatile Baby. "The cast for the Keep on the Sunny Side is stellar," says Costa. "Gina has performed the role of Maybelle in anoth­ er Carter Family story called Wildwood Flowers: The June Carter Cash Musical, which recently played at the Blumenthal Performing Arts Center in Charlotte. Gina is an accom­ plished musician and actress. All of the cast members play an instrument or two through­ out the evening. The fact that the actors perform the Carter songs (guitar, autoharp, man­ dolin and more) is one element that makes the musical so spe­ cial." Times for Keep on the Sunny Side are Wednesdays Appleseed Quality Home Repairs CCassur Weddings • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation • Plumbing/Electrical Affordable Decorated Wedding Candelabra Rinlnls "Large Selection" Silk flower* ami Greenery All types of repairs and maintenance for your home or business. All calls returned. Delivery, Sel-up atul Picli-up Maintenance Contracts by request. Caff for Appointment Herb Mckittrick 336-982-9725 Seasonal Opening & Closing Cell: 336-977-1455 through Sundays during the period July 26 through Aug. 12. There are performances at 8 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays, and 2 p.m. perfor­ mances Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Ticket prices for Keep on the Sunny Side are $30 for adults and $14 for students. Tickets are available online, or may be purchased from the Hayes Center box office, either in per­ son, or by telephone at (828) 295-9627. The Hayes Center is located at 152 Jamie Fort Road, just off of US Highway 321, in Blowing Rock, North Carolina. Box office hours are noon until 15 minutes sifter curtain on performance days, and Monday through Satur­ day from noon until 5 p.m. on non-performance days. Spe­ cial group rates are available. Season and Flex Passes can be purchased and used through­ out the entire 2007 season. ^ H&J Northwest Lawn Care, Inc. Leam the py of w oiking fbrP<?>sL Take a look at our opportunities to pri the Pq^si tean and start your career to success. FORK LIFT OPERATOR ROUTE SALES TRA 1NEE M ERCHAND 1SER Application Session Saturday, June 30th 8£)0 am 12:00pm . PqpsiPknt 9751 Hwy 421 •DeepGap,NC Be prepared to stay 2 hours ii order to thoroughly can plete the application; 2 form sof identification m ustbe provided (me m usthave a picture). If you have applied in the test 60 days, your ^plication is en file and you need not reapply • N o phone calls please. 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McIntyre • Owner • Residential Pick up Service • $40.00 Quarterly "DEPENDABLE AND PROMPT SERVICE" is OUR MOTTO! • Special Pick-up Service Available Serving Ashe, Avery & Watauga • Call 828-773-2805 today and get your disposal removal tomorrow! • Boone No Job Too Small or Too Large! A LL T YPES OK G RADING jSfe Grading Co., Inc. • Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds • Land Clearing • Road Building 1 Septic Systems • Basements • Footers LICENSED & INSURED FREE ESTIMATES Contact Robert Holman Office: 828-9634069 Fax: 828-963-8610 Cell: 828-773-6736 No JOB Too SMALL! *ED You HAVE THE JOB...WE HAVE THE EQUIPMENT! Where Quality is a Tradition Work Guaranteed / Licensed, Bonded & Insured VSR i GRAPHIC DESIGN Homesites Spring Work flreflycanoe@yahoo.com 'Ponds 'Ditching 'Driveways • Gravel. Mulch, Dirt Michael Pennington 336-385-2346 Mobile: 336-977-1312 Meeting all your Graphic Design needs. No job too big or too small! 336-982-5145 • Lot Clearing 'Basement/Footers 9 It's Finally Here! A Private Trash Service for Ashe County! © We are now accepting new accounts Garbage Service includes: Weekly or Biweekly Pickup Residential, Light Commercial and Small Business Accepted Contact us at: 828-394-4944 or 828-292-3211 �TuesdayJ^L PAGE 14 t — n Local student learns about nursing Maria Cl"<*post <Fi? life ecia't Our jow- firgt one. since o"r birth we _ for °ur eked many k iked but clothes then we have to P These bodies u*~~nn our du from the tell our l»story'ok ^ first baby shoet8JdreSe we wore step8' W rom our wedding to the pro®' the preg dress and then wore wher when we ^hTll wagerthat crave birth. .„anv of „trecounts many we giT your Closet rec° T„n t week, ]jfc, the chapters o y Our Closets are cVro" over WC d t0 ^ Sowing, Ea^or ""a" conversation we with Nu^ng Exploration Week a residential program N ^eThigh school jumors and seniors an opportumty W shadow nurses at area medical centers to expe­ rience health care situations that nurses encounter durii g typical workdays. " Jannetta was among 82 high school students froni across the state accepted to the program, now in its six­ teenth year. The students who participated in tins year's program came Irom 25 North Carolina counties and ranged from age 15 to 17. Fifty percent of them rep­ resented an ethnic minority and 13 percent represented a nursing gender minority. UNC's School of Nursing established Nursing Explo­ ration Week in 1990 to share the profession with students interested in health care ca­ reers. Kathy Moore, director of the program and director of admissions at the School of Nursing, tracks the students beyond the program. Of the more than 615 students who have participated in the pro­ gram since its inception in 1990, over 40 percent have gone on to become nurses. School officials said " that then put it in the give-away box. If you have changed ca­ reers and no longer have to get dressed into suits then donate them so others can start their new jobs and look nice. Let me warn you.Going through your closet is dif­ ficult because of all the sto­ ries that you clothes dredge up. This is why I only want you to spend 15 minutes at a time doing this. Do not spend hours; this will make you feel sick . Bless yourself by being kind to you. Lady) us. Our clothes have a way making us feel bad. Pho.0 courtesy of .ha School of Nursing lust think about your wedding dress that no longer fits your body. What are you toty thoughts? HOW could 1 let this happen to me- i looked so good that day. Then I want you to think about success'rate is significant in and Excellence in Nursing, iTght of the current nursing shortage, which is expected to grow to 400,000 unfilled positions by 2020, according Health Rescu es and Ser vices Admimstration . . Department of^Health and Human Services, Clinical to one study. Program costs, including meals, lodging and transpor­ tation to activities was $1250 per student. Participants were asked to pay $300; the rest was subsidized by the program's sponsors and pa­ trons— Rex Health care, the School of Nursing and its alumni association, and the U.S. Army Nurse Corps, Eastern Region. Additional funding was provided by the Partnership for Recruit­ ment Innovations, Diversity support was provided by the UNC Health Care System. Sponsors awarded full schol­ arships for a third of the pro­ gram participants. "The students consis­ tently rank the program as very helpful in making their career choices," said Moore. "We have many students who enter the program undecided about a career and, upon completion of the program, decide nursing is the most rewarding profession that he or she can pursue." how you starved yourself to death to fit into that dress in the first place. Why do we do this to our­ selves? Why can't we just be happy with ourselves just like we were? We were try­ ing to fit into an unrealistic picture that only stays with us for that fleeting moment. Those nasty conversations go on each time you walk into your closet. If it isn't about a wedding dress it is about another favorite outfit that you paid good money for that is too tight. It is time for us to quiet these beratings and get on with our flight with­ out feeling guilty. There is an easy way to banish these voices from voices your head; get them out of your closet and only keep " UI11J items of clothing that you absolutely adore and feel like a million buck in when you wear them. Decluttering your closet is not going to kill you; in fact it may just save your life, It is time we packed for our journey. Our closets are no longer going to stand in our way of traveling light and enjoying our trip. Most of us only wear about 10% of the clothes we have stashed in there anyway. Let's lighten our load and get rid of those nasty voices once and for all; Out of sight, out of mind! We can do this. First we need to look at the clothes we truly love because we feel good in them. This goes for your shoes too. Pull those out of your closet one at a time and think about the words you hear in your head when you have them on. Now put them back in your closet and pull out something that does not give you the same feeling. If the item of cloth­ ing makes you feel bad, evokes feelings of guilt in you or you just don't like it; For more help getting rid of your CHAOS; check out her website and join her free mentoring group at www. FlyLady.net or her book, Sink - wj J ' Reflections published by Bantam and her New York Times Best Selling book, Body Clutter published by Fireside. Copyright 2007 Maria Cilley Used by permission in this publication. THE OBSERVATION DECK £/he world is not respectable; it is mortal, tormented, confused... but it is shot through with beauty, with love, wiih glints of courage and laughter... i . n GEORGE SANTAYANA © 2007 by King Features Syndicate. 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HBO® and Cinemea® ara service mark* of Home Box Office, fee W£ & QUALITY CLOTHING Located in the Blue Ridge Plaza, beside Lowe's Food Hours: Mon - Fri 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Saturday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Closed Sundays �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, JUNE 26, 2007 PAGE 15 COMMUNITY NEWS Beware of the Blue Hippo, BBB warns ARLINGTON, VA - June 21, 2007—The Council of Bet­ ter Business Bureaus (CBBB) cautioning consumers is across the United States re­ garding BlueHippo Funding, LLC (BlueHippo), a financial services company offering computers, electronics and other merchandise via a hy­ brid layaway and installment financing plan aimed at low income consumers and those with poor credit ratings. The BBB System has logged more than 1,400 com­ plaints from all 50 states against BlueHippo in the past three years. Due to this 1 pattern of complaints and BlueHippo's failure to correct the underlying causes for the [complaints, the company is rated 'unsatisfactory' by the BBB System. I "More than 65 percent of Ihe complaints against BlueHippo fall into one of three lategories; high pressure lales practices, non-delivery If promised merchandise, and Inwillingness to provide a reImd or exchange," said, Steve Cox, Vice President of com­ munications for the CBBB. "Basically, consumers tell us they are being sold on a prod­ uct and payment plan, aren't getting what they've paid for in a timely manner, and have no way to get their money back." BlueHippo - a Marylandbased company advertising nationally through television, direct mail and the Internet - targets individuals or fami­ lies with fixed or low incomes, as well as people with little or no credit. It has been report­ ed that prime prospects ap­ pear to be families, typically with about a $25,000 per year annual income. Before any merchandise is shipped, BlueHippo requires customers to establish a re­ cord of nine consistent pay­ ments - usually in the form of an initial deposit followed by weekly payments - all of which are debited directly from consumers' checking ac­ counts. Along with what appear to be affordable financing offers for well-known brand name computers and other electron­ ic equipment, BlueHippo also entices consumers with prom­ ises of free televisions, print­ ers, or other home computer and electronics merchandise. The computers the company finances are generally low-end models, and many consumers allege that due to BlueHippo's financing payment schedule, they generally pay up to four times more than the computer would actually cost had they bought it in-store. BlueHippo notes that con­ sumers may cancel at any time within the initial nineweek deposit payment period. However, company policy does not allow for refunds, and in­ stead gives customers "credit" to purchase products avail­ able on the company's Web site. As a result of this policy, BBBs are now beginning to receive additional complaints from consumers who never received the merchandise they bought with their store credit. Many complaints to BBBs allege problems in receiving promised merchandise. As an example, a Maryland woman reported that she paid the company $2,200 for what she claims was a $600 computer. Through electronic debits from her checking account, she paid BlueHippo an initial fee of $99 and then $41.98 per week to establish a credit history. Ultimately, the com­ puter was delivered, but four months late, and only after she contacted the company numerous times. Now, six months after making her final payment on the computer, she has yet to receive the free 20" plasma television and printer promised by BlueHippo. "While BlueHippo has attempted to address com­ plaints, and has delivered some merchandise, overall the company does not meet BBB standards for marketplace behavior and is not measur­ ing up in terms of trust with consumers," said Cox. The BBB isn't the only or­ ganization scrutinizing Blue­ Hippo's business practices. A recent settlement reached be­ tween the Maryland Attorney General's office and BlueHip­ po requires the company to offer restitution to Maryland consumers. BlueHippo denied that it engaged in any unfair or deceptive trade practices or otherwise violated the law, but did agree to settle and has since discontinued selling to consumers in the state of Maryland. Several other attorney gen­ eral offices have now subpoe­ naed BBB complaints, with lawsuits having been filed in a number of states. As well, the Federal Trade Commis­ sion (FTC) reports that it has accumulated 8,000 pages of consumer complaints about BlueHippo. For more information about BlueHippo, see its BBB Reli­ ability Report at: http://www. baltimore.bbb.org/commonreport.html?bid=23014013. To file a complaint against Blue­ Hippo, or to check out one of the more than three million other BBB Reliability Reports on businesses, go to www.bbb. org. About the BBB System BBB is an unbiased, non­ profit entity that sets and up­ holds high standards for fair and honest business behavior. Businesses and charities that earn BBB membership con­ tractually agree and adhere to the organization's high standards of ethical business behavior. BBB provides ob­ jective advice, free business Reliability Reports and char­ ity Wise Giving Reports, and educational information on topics affecting marketplace trust. BBB also offers com­ plaint and dispute resolution support for consumers who need help with unfair or un­ ethical business treatment. The first BBB was founded in 1912. Today, 128 BBBs serve communities across the U.S. and Canada, evaluating and monitoring more than 3 mil­ lion local and national busi­ nesses and charities. Please visit www.bbb.org for more information about the BBB System. *The character of a society \the cumulative result of the |untless small actions, day and day out, of millions of ople."—Duane Elgin week at the West Jefferson Coffee House. We are currently living in a complex, consumptive society which our natural world can­ not continue to support. When we add them up, individual actions are what change a so­ ciety and ultimately change the world. This course will teach participants how to live in a more thoughtful, and less consumptive way. The goal is not just to limit buying and maximize recycling, the goal is to build our lives around different values and ways of thinking. The three main purposes of the course are to explore the meaning of sus­ tainability, to consider the ties between lifestyle choices and their impact on the earth, and to learn about steps that can be taken to move toward eco­ logically sustainable lifestyles and communities. The course will run for nine sessions, and the session themes are as follows: A Call to Sustainability: The goal of a sustainable soci­ ety is popular, but difficult to define. How does the way our society functions affect the earth, and how can we be "a blessing to the planet"? Ecological Principles: Some argue that the earth is the best teacher of sustainable practices. How can nature's organizing principles be ap­ plied in design, production of goods, and everyday living? Sustainable Communi­ ties: The more resources we use in the course of daily liv­ ing, the larger our "ecological footprint" is. By looking at our actions within the framework of communities, we can learn to shrink that footprint-and gain a simpler, more balanced lifestyle. Sustainable Business and Economy: Is a growing econ­ omy equivalent to a healthy economy? What are other ways of measuring success, and how can we encourage businesses to adopt sustain­ able practices and perspec­ tives? Sustainable Food: Accord­ ing to one author, our food travels an average of 1,300 miles before reaching our plates. How can we lessen our impact on the earth through choices about the way we eat? Sustainable Buying: Daily messages tell us to buy, buy, buy. How can we escape from these cultural pressures, and instead only purchase what we truly need, from the most sustainable sources avail­ able? Sustainable Living: The spaces and buildings we in­ habit influence our lives and the earth. How can we build, work, and live together in greater harmony with the natural world? Visions of Sustainability: Choices we make today are shaping the world of tomor­ row. How can we create the most sustainable society for our future? The following quotations are from alumni of the fall '06 course. "The Choices course reminded me more than ever that one person really can make a difference. I can re­ ally make a difference in the world, simply by making mi­ nor changes in my lifestyle." "The Choices for Sustainable Living course has literally changed my life for the bet­ ter! It has changed the way I shop, the way I eat, the way I consume energy, what I throw away, and the way I live in general. It is a motivating and empowering course. I recommend it to everyone!" Please join us at the West Jefferson Coffee House this week for the introductory session. If you cannot make it until the following week, please join us for session one on Thursday, June 28 at 6:30 p.m. For comments, ques­ tions or to find out about other courses offered, please call Gerry at 336-877-1860, or visit www.NewRiverEarthlnstitute.org. ew River Earth Institute offers free course That is why a group of lo[1 folks are coming together learn about small actions ey can take to live more istainably. The New River irth Institute (NREI) is ofIring another free course to le community, beginning this nursday, June 21, at 6:30 |m. Each of those attending ill be learning new ways to \e their lives with less of an |ipact on the environment, le whole idea behind the urse, and what NREI likes remind everyone, is one Irson really can and does Jike a difference! Everyone the community is invited I attend the latest Choices Sustainable Living course it will be introduced this For the best in local news, trust the Jefferson Post! anager named I JUNE 14, 2007 MOUN­ TAIN CITY, TN— One of the area's premiere golf communi­ ties has made a hole in one with the addition of Kevin Downs, a professional in planned golf resorts. Downs was recently named development manager off RedTail Mountain, a 720acre private golf community lpcated in Mountain City, TN. ie'll work with the RedTail jam to ensure the golf and lei­ sure facilities- as well as their amenities - meet the highest standard of excellence. "With more than eight years of experience in develop­ ment and operations of Greg Norman golf course communi­ ties, Kevin is the perfect fit for the RedTail Mountain team," said Jim Pace, managing part­ ner. "Kevin knows how to get things done." As RedTail's development manager, Downs will be re­ sponsible for oversight of the residential mountain golf community. He'll work with engineering, land planning, construction management, marketing efforts, sales events, employee recruiting and train­ ing. Kevin will also coordinate with local, state, and federal officials during each stage of development. Downs came to RedTail Mountain from Tennessee National, a Greg Norman golf course community in Loud­ on, TN, where he worked as the project manager. While in Loudon he served on the Visitors Bureau Board and worked with Habitat for Hu­ manity. He was also involved in the development of Greg Norman's acclaimed Shark's Tooth Golf Club in Panama City Beach, FL as the project engineer. In his spare time, Downs eryoys training for triathlons, hiking the Blue Ridge Mountains and cycling. He also coached club volleyball at UT and is a fan of all college sports. RedTail Mountain is a 720-acre private golf commu­ nity boasting a par 72, 18hole course designed by Dan Maples. The newly-renovated course is open to the public Smoothies & Shakes to Cool You Down! ,0 Located in Roses parking lot in Jefferson Gourmet / Coffee & Drinks • Milkshakes • Real Fruit Smoothies • Chai Tea Latte • Green Teas • Delicious Muffins & Quaker Granola Bars • 28 Different Flavored Lattes - including Sugar-Free Flavors Suga With Unbeatable Prices and Service On-The-Go!! A Special Thank You! With this coupon take 25<j Off Your next purchase! and features 400 feet of eleva­ tion change and remarkable mountain vistas. Golf mem­ berships are available by call­ ing 423.727.7931. Members and guests will soon enjoy a private lake house, boathouse and day docks at Watauga Lake. There are also numerous nature trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding. Residential opportunities include cus­ tom family home sites, town homes and cottages. RedTail is conveniently located 20 minutes northwest of Boone in Mountain City, TN. For more information, visit www. redtailmountain.com or call 877.488.4646. RedTail Mountain is the vision of a seasoned develop­ ment team with a long-run­ ning connection to Mountain City. The talented team has collaborated on more than 140 master-planned successful communities and develop­ ment projects throughout the Southeast and US including Wild Heron in Lake Powell, FL and St Mario Golf Club in Atlanta, GA. A TVmrm Smile Awaits .you/ When your neighbor calls, will you answer? Please say 'Yes' to Operation Round A Blue Ridge Electric representative may be calling you soon to explain how help a needy neighbor stay warm, feed a family or give a coat to a child rounding up your monthly bill. When we call, please g this program created specifically to help our local com we feel certain you'll say "Round me up!" Your membership matters. We'll be calling soon. Won't you ' # -vVv -K ' YES! -( Round Me Up! electric mi'm/H'f.rWp corp. Sample Electric bill = $93.55 Round 14) to $94.00 v. Donation = 45c • Y»*ir Touchstone Eneivy Partner �PAGE 16 TUESDAY, JUNE 26, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Ashe seniors win medals at Blue Ridge Games by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Ashe County seniors brought home their usual truckload of medals from the Blue Ridge Senior Games held last month in Wilkes and Ashe counties. Those winning gold medals for first place in their age division are invited to go on to the state games in Raleigh this fall. The following seniors won medals for participation: Peggy Ashley: gold in discus; silver in shot put. Pauline Bower: gold in bocce ball and singles bowling; silver in shuffleboard, basketball shoot and football throw; bronze in discus, softball throw. Syble Caudill: gold in discus, shuffleboard, basketball shoot, spin casting, softball throw, football throw, 100 meter dash, 200 meter dash, 400 meter dash, 1500 meter race walk; silver in bocce ball, horseshoes, singles bowling; bronze in shot put. Roy Elmore: silver in 100 meter dash, 200 meter dash, 400 meter dash, 5k run, 800 meter run, 1500 meter run. Juanita Hurley: gold in shot put; bronze in horseshoes. Jackie Miller: gold in horseshoes; silver in discus, shot put, softball throw. Rosa Belle Miller: gold in bocce ball, shuffleboard, 100 meter dash, 200 meter dash, 1500 meter race walk; silver in discus, basketball shoot, horseshoes, softball throw, foot­ ball throw, heritage arts quilting; bronze in shot put. Carol Osborne: silver in singles bowling, doubles bowl­ ing. Olen Price: gold in softball throw. Arthur Ray: gold in singles bowling, doubles bowling; silver in mixed doubles bowling. Sylvia Roark: gold in basketball shoot, 800 meter run, 1500 meter run, standing long jump, running long jump; silver in discus, shot put, 200 meter dash, 400 meter dash, 1500 meter race walk, 5k race walk; bronze in horseshoes, football throw, 100 meter dash. Angela Rudiger: silver in shuffleboard. Post photo by Linda Burchette .. , Blue Ridge Senior Games participants from Ashe County include, from left: Doris Sullivan, Rosa Belle Miller, Pauline Bower, Jackie Miller, Juanita Hurley, Angela Rudiger, Ruby Whitehouse, Sylvia Roark and Audrey Severt. Not pictured ?ut are Peggy Ashley, Syble Caudill, Roy Elmore, Kershaw Getty, Carol Osborne, Tony Padgett, Leona Price, Olen Price, .™ Arthur Ray, Robert Ring and Adrienne Sherrow. -nk anAudrey Severt: gold in football throw; silver in horse­ shoes; bronze in bocce ball, shot put, basketball shoot, 1500 meter race walk. Adrienne Sherrow: gold in heritage arts jewelry, heritage arts quilting; silver in heritage arts needlework. Doris Sullivan: gold in horseshoes, spin casting; silver in bocce ball, shot put; bronze in discus, basketball shoot, softball throw, football throw. Ruby Whitehouse: gold in discus, shot put, basketball^! shoot, softball throw, football throw, singles bowling; silver^rfe in shuffleboard; bronze in bocce ball. lley Also participating were Kershaw Getty, Tony Padgett^*8 Leona Price and Robert Ring. Congratulations to all the participants and good luck those planning to attend the state finals. BlH J aHHI Carl Trainum Pat Morrison Jim Moretz Lisa Osborne 'Art of Aging' features exhibits from young and old! by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor It was a successful first year for "The Art of Aging," a special exhibit at Ashe County Senior Center in honor of the community's older residents with a theme of aging for any subject. The exhibit went up June 7 and will remain on display through Aug. 3. Approximately 40 participants entered the juried com­ petition, which was narrowed to 24 entries in photogra­ phy, oil, watercolor, mixed media, acrylics, drawings and etchings and more. Artwork lines the hallway outside the center's classroom area. The competition was juried with prizes awarded to four exhibitors. Best Overall with a $300 prize went to veteran awardwinning artist Carl Trainum for his oil painting of'Three Top Sunflowers." First place with a $200 prize went to Ashe County High School art teacher and popular artist, well known for her sculpture, Pat Morrison for her photography called "Nana." Second place with a $100 prize went to Jim Moretz for a photograph called "Out of Luck" that he captured with an antique camera. Third place with a $50 prize went to Lisa Osborne fc her photograph of "The Gift," her first contest entry. "I loved it," said Dawn Goodman, county voluntee" coordinator who organized the competition. "I though! it was a lot of fun. I want to thank everyone in the com­ munity who participated in any way. We hope to make 1 this an annual event." "This project is supported by a grant from the Grassroots Arts Program of the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency, and a Projects Pool Grant from the Ashe County Arts Council." Senior Center offers *55 Alive' driving course for older motoris Ashe County Senior Center will host a driver safety course for motorists age 50 and over in July. The "55 Alive" course is offered through the AARP Driver Safety Program and is the nation's first and largest refresher course for older drivers. Completing the course has helped mil­ lions of drivers remain safe on today's roads and helped them keep insurance costs down. The local course will be offered Monday, July 23 and Tuesday, July 24 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Ashe County Senior Center in West Jefferson. Cost is $10 for the eight-hour course. Some insurance companies provide discounts to their customers for completing the course. To sign up for the driving course in Ashe, call Senior Center Director Louise Caudill at 246-4347 by July 13. There must be at least six participants for the course to be offered. The course is designed to help drivers: tune up driving skills and update knowl­ edge of the rules of the road • learn about normal age-related physical changes that affect driving and how to adjust for these changes • reduce traffic viola­ tions, crashes and potential for injury • drive more safely get an insurance dis­ count. What drivers will learn from taking the course includes current rules of the road, how to operate vehi­ cles more safely in today's increasingly challenging driving environment, and some adjustments to com­ mon age-related changes in vision, hearing and reac­ tion time. After completing the course, participants will develop a greater apprecia­ tion of driving challenges and how to avoid accidents. | The course is taught by AARP trained volunteers and is also available online by going to the AARP web site at www.aarp.org. Senior Center will be closed Wednesday, July 4 Happy Fourth of July! :®iiw Adopt a N e w B e s t Friend!! These animals are available for adoption. I I M \L I W \L KL R ( 00\* i n n \I> MI\» 5 m o n t h s o l d 11 M vi i Hi M.i . iinnind I M iii old. loimd mi spi'iui'V Ilia nth KdA I an-ino i; UK MM i MOM K MIX. mound 1 Miifs old, loniul on I l a l r m k Mil. ( n i m p U r Ww * .inniihl I MUI old Asm: ANIMAL CONTROL 982-4060 is the last of "Bella's pups" and has the best of attention here at ACHS. She is such a happy pup and now 8 wks old. playful, socialized and paper trained. Scout is a lab/beagle mix Hon^ is a precocious little of apx 8 mos. She amd calico kitten of apx. 10 wks. her brother Bandit love She is being fostered by a to romp and will need loving volunteer and considers some outdoor space. herself a "princess." Help us find her a permanent castle! Saturday Is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located directly in front of the Armoiy on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@sltybest.com � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 51 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 16 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-06-26 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/6b04f46ed72609edcf92797d4956d9c9.pdf ce56faa5020926469b964e4acffdb22f PDF Text Text Hf • Women's Tri-Star Basketball Friday page 1B June 29, 2007 • 9-10 baseball AllStars prepare 500 page 1B Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 wwwjeffersonpost.com • Ashe Youth Football signup Volume 81, Issue 52 page 2B SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Fireworks! The Fireworks celebra­ tion and Pickin' in the park is scheduled for Wednesday, July 4th. The event is free and open to the public, with donations being accepted at the gates to help off­ set next year's cost of the event. The music will start at 3 p.m. with the featured musical highlights be­ ing local favor­ ites the Grayson Highlands Band and the Rock Bottom Band. Sierra Wilson, a Colgate Coun­ try Showdown Finalist, will be performing the National Anthem. A.S.H.E. (A Safe Home for Everyone) will be running all other concessions out of the main concession stand next to the stage. All proceeds from this concession stand will benefit A.S.H.E., a non­ profit, domestic violence support service to help with their shelter operations. In order to provide a quality experience this year, Parks and Recreation staff has been work­ ing with Sheriff James Williams, the Ashe County Sheriff's Depart­ ment and North Carolina State Highway Patrol on a traffic control plan to alleviate the well known traffic stress that Park Director, Joe Boccardy likes to call "exit fever"the condition that is experiSee Fireworks, page 5A • • Commission to revisit wind energy issue by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor The battle over wind en­ ergy in Ashe County heats up again in August when the NC Public Utilities Commission expects to act on the state's Ridge Law. A decision is ex­ pected Aug. 8. In preparation, Ashe County Commissioners are tweaking their wind en­ ergy ordinance. Commissioners adopted in February an Ordinance to Regulate Wind Energy Sys­ tems, then later hired Wilkes attorney Tony Triplett to help them with needed amend­ ments. They have met once on the issue, and plan to work on the ordinance Monday, July 2 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. They will take a lunch break until 2 p.m. and then meet for a work session until 3 p.m. The regular commission meeting begins at 3:30 p.m., and a con­ tinuation of the wind energy work session is scheduled at 4 p.m. All meetings will take place at the courthouse in the commission's third floor meet­ ing room and the public is in­ vited to attend. The ordinance adopted by the commiaeioners requires the setback of a large wind en­ ergy system (utility scale tur­ bine) at least 1,700 feet from a residence or commercial building and at least 2,020 feet from a school, daycare, hospital or nursing home. This setback requirement Humane Society benefit planned is 700 feet further than that required for polluting indus­ tries and adult businesses. Richard Calhoun, a former county commissioner who is seeking a permit to construct utility scale wind turbines on Big Springs Mountain in Creston, is now up against county regulation as well as the state's Mountain Ridge Protection Act. He sees the county ordinance as prohibition rather than regulation. "With this ordinance, the county is not trying to regu­ late, they are trying to exclude and prevent this project," Cal­ houn said earlier this year. He calls the ordinance a rubber stamp of what the home buildSee Commission, page 5A Post photo by Linda Burchette Former Principal Keith McClure has retired after 32 years working In education. McClure retires by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Keith McClure spent his last year with the North Car­ olina school system the same way he had spent the previ­ ous 32—helping improve edu­ cation for students and teach­ ers. Only this time, he went .vyonil the boundt^iieS of his own community to offer his expertise where it was espe­ cially needed. McClure stepped down last year as principal at Westwood Elementary School to join a State Assistance Team and spent the past school year at Cook Elementary School in Winston-Salem. It was his last year with the state school system, and an opportunity to make a difference for a strug­ gling school. "I thought this would be my retirement year, and I wanted to do the assistance 3 said one day this# past school year when he was visiting at Westwood. "I hated to leave this school. I had the best job anywhere. I don't know why I wanted to leave, but I want­ ed to do something different. Every time before when the application for the assistance See Principal, page 5A In a previous article about the grand opening of Ameri­ can Legacy Real Estate-Blue Ridge in Jefferson, Roger Fife was quoted as saying that the company would be involved in the community to help make it a better place to live. As a first installment to that in­ volvement, Fife and the staff of American Legacy Real Es­ tate have decided to team up with Sharon Sweeney and her staff at Ashe County Hu­ mane Society for a fundraiser to help with the expense of the care of their "adoption" pets. "We at American Legacy Real Estate are proud to be involved with an organization that truly embodies the Amer­ ican way, and that is to help those who are less fortunate or cannot help themselves, so it is our honor to help out with their cause," said Fife. "We are additionally grateful for Vannoy Construction and Bank of America-Boone for coming aboard as corporate sponsors for this event" American Legacy Real Es­ tate invites the community to join in and come out to the of­ fice at 1836 Hwy. 221 North on Saturday, June 30 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and buy a plate of truly great barbecue or make a donation to support a worthy cause. Tickets are $10 a plate. This includes Texas-style smoked brisket barbecue, corn on the cob, pinto bean?, bread and bottled water, plus utensils. For more information, cail Ashe County Humane Soci­ ety at 336-982-9287 or Amer­ ican Legacy Real Estate-Blue Ridge at 336-982-2558. New T-shirt company celebrates region's words by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor People love to express themselves. Bumper stick­ ers, coffee mugs, bill caps, key chains, they all seem to have a slogan or motto or emblem that says something about the person or offers a mes­ sage to others. But the all time favorite message board is the T-shirt. Or in the case of a new Ashe County company, a SweeTea shirt. Not only are these delight­ ful shirts soft and comfort­ able and well made as all good T-shirts should be, but they offer a special message designed to celebrate and pre­ serve a Southern tradition... the language of the South. "Bless yer heart" is the most popular slogan of these increasingly popular shirts. Followed closely by "Hissy Fit" and "I Swanee!"among the original sayings, folks are now finding "This ain't my first rodeo" and "Pickin' and Grinnin'" among the lat­ est editions. But the absolute cutest saying must be "Well, butter my buns and call me a biscuit!" as a long-time South­ ern expression for delight. Just who came up with this lovely idea? A genteel South­ erner capitalizing on a slang dialect taken for granted by many and poked fun at by others? Why nosireebob! This Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpo8t.com Post photo by Linda Burchette Susan Bashford, left, and Karen Hall founded SweeTea, an Ashe County T-shirt company In the business of preserving southern dialect through self expression. Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,566 26,350 U.S. service people killed (as of 6/27) U.S. service people wounded (as of 6/27) idea came from two relocated Yankees whose frustration and delight with their South­ ern husbands' conversation gave them pause a time or two, and often left them "In a tizzy." Karen Hall and Susan Bashford have full-time jobs and live in Raleigh, but when their families were planning a permanent move to Ashe County, they wanted to come up with something they could do here. They put their heads together, and then the last week of February 2006 while in an airport they suddenly had it. T-shirts with Southern sayings. "We called our hus­ bands and said, 'Start talk­ ing*," Karen said. "We travel a lot together, all over the world, and when we knew we were planning to move to West Jefferson we were trying to come up with a business we could do from here, something we enjoyed, that would be fun," said Su­ san. "We enjoy West Jefferson so much. Being here takes the stress out of life. We came up with T-shirts because they never go away. They're com­ fortable and represent who we are." The idea for putting South­ ern sayings on the T-shirts was a natural when Karen and Susan starting thinking about the hilarious things Native to sign her new book Ashe County native Joanne Vannoy Goetz will be at Skyland Books and Gifts Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to sign the book Long Time Coming, that tells the story of her involve­ ment with the Darryl Hunt murder case in Win­ ston-Salem. Goetz taught Hunt in sixth grade. She support­ ed him from the beginning, when he was charged with the murder of Deborah Sykes. A DNA test exonerated Hunt in 2004 after he served 18 years in prison. Goetz also includes some of her experiences their husbands would say. "These sayings are charm­ ing," Karen said. "We want to preserve what the great grandmothers are saying." "Things are changing so fast, we want to help save the heritage and dialect," Susan added. And not only did they come up with a way to preserve sayings steeped in Southern tradition, but the very name of the company reflects one of the most well-known of those traditions, sweet tea. Where else in the world but the American South will you find sweet tea, preferably iced with lemon, as the drink of choice. And because thte name as written, "Sweet T," was already taken by another company, Karen and Susan created a new way of writ­ ing it to name their fledgling company, SweeTea. Tfie business took off like a shot, and within eight weeks of coming up with the idea, SweeTea had its first order. "It was 12 shirts, and we were so excited. Twelve shirts!" said Karen. The shirts were so popular that Susan and Karen could hardly keep up. Husbands and children were enlisted to help and SweeTea has be­ come a family business that if given its head could probably See SweeTea, page 5A growing up in Ashe County in the book. She at­ tended Oval Grade School and graduated from Fleetwood High School. She graduated from Appa­ lachian State University in 1956 and was induct­ ed into the College of Education's Rhododendron Society, an honor organization for educators. She taught for 42 years and retired in 2006 to work on the book. John Ehle, noted Appalachian historical novel­ ist and Maya Angelou have endorsed the book. Goetz will be happy to answer questions about the case during the book signing. For more information, call Skyland Books and Gifts at 846-2660. �PAGE 2A FRIDAY/ JUNE 29, 2007 JEFFERSON POST LIFESTYLES i Couple celebrates 60th anniversary Jesse Clay (JC) and Lena Brown of Crumpler celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on Saturday, June 16. The couple was married on June 16,1947 in the pastor's study at First Baptist Church in Wilkesboro, North Carolina. In honor of their 60th anniversary a reception was given for them by their children, Jerry and Karen Brown, Johnnie and Grace Brown, Mike and Norma Adams, and Sandy and Marcia Coldiron. Mr. and Mrs. Brown also have five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. July 7: Lucky day to get hitched? Amy Elizabeth Mogler and Thomas Mark Wyatt Mogler-Wyatt wedding planned Thomas Mark Wyatt, son of Mary Wyatt and the late Earl Wyatt of Jefferson, N.C., would like to announce his engagement to Amy Elizabeth Mogler, daughter of Kenneth and Elizabeth Mogler of Dakota City, Neb. The groom is a 1992 graduate of Ashe Central High School and is a cus­ tomer service representa­ Dulce and Manuel Garcia of West Jefferson announce the birth of their son, Emanu­ el Garcia-Aldaz. He was born June 23, 2007 at Ashe Me­ morial Hospital and weighed seven pounds, five ounces and was 19.75 inches long. He was welcomed home by big sister Paola Jasmin Gar­ cia Garcia. The grandparents tive at Magic Home Enter­ tainment. The bride is an alumna of Nebraska Wesleyan Univer­ sity and is a researcher at Next Safety Inc. After their September 30, 2007, wedding at the Omni Charlotte Hotel in Charlotte, N.C., the couple is planning on making their home in Ashe County, N.C. are Esteban Garcia Bautista, Simon Garcia Ochoa and Auqunia Olarte Garcia. Elizabeth and Andrew Cheek of West Jefferson an­ nounce the birth of their son, Andrew Goss Cheek. He was born June 19, 2007, at Watauga Medical Center. He weighed seven pounds, seven ounces. Breathe... Don't Burn! Smoke from outdoor burning pollutes the air and is unhealthy to breathe. (MS) - Chances are if you're driving around your neighborhood on July 7, 2007 you will encounter quite a number of couples tying the knot. That is because 7/7/07 has turned into a wedding phenomenon. Many people believe that 7 is a lucky number while others feel it has religious significance due to Biblical references. Therefore, cou­ ples looking to start their lives together on a lucky note have chosen to get married on what some feel will be the luckiest day in a long time. According to TheKnot. com, roughly 31,000 couples are getting married on July 7, more than double the av­ erage number for a Saturday in July. Therefore, the 7/7/07 rush to the altar has caused quite a ripple effect in the wedding industry. Many ven­ dors are cashing in on couples' desires to tie the knot on this date, which also happens to fall on a Saturday - a double bonus. Typically, Saturday night weddings already gar­ ner premium prices, but some wedding reception sites and other vendors are capitaliz- (MS) - This wedding season, there is good news for couplesto-be and wedding planners. The cost of postage for a 2ounce wedding invitation has gone down from 63 cents to 58 cents. Here are some other post­ age perks: tips and pointers for making sure that wedding in­ vitational and associated sayethe-date cards, response cards, wedding announcements and thank-you notes - get to recipi­ ents on time, and are fun and memorable, too. •"Accessorize" your corre­ spondence by using the new love stamps, available June 27. Featuring vines that form the shape of a heart, these stamps were designed especially for mailing wedding invitations and RSVPs and are available in both the 2-ounce (58 cents) and the 1-ounce (41 cents) First-Class postage rate de­ nominations. Stamps are an inexpensive way to add color to an invita­ tion and you can also use them to decorate an envelope, even on the flap (where they do not count toward required post­ age). Star Wars stamps issued this year may be a fun way to speed your response cards back to you. •Mail your invitations four to six weeks before the wed­ ding and make sure the return address is complete and leg­ ible. •Whether you dress your wedding invitation in a tradi­ tional style or use more flam­ boyant papers and embellished envelopes, take care with the most important accessory: the address. Provide a complete address, including apartment number, on each envelope. Confirm ZIP Codes easily at www.usps.com by clicking on Find a ZIP Code on the naviga­ tion bar. •For other postal needs and assistance, go to the Postal Ser­ vice Web site, www.usps.com. There you can order stamps, view and purchase related postal products, look up ZIP Codes instantly, learn about mailing options, and calculate postage. •Affix your stamps securely, but do not put tape over the stamp(s) - this invalidates the postage. If your envelope is textured or contains decorative fibers or floral inclusions, you may want to secure the post­ age using a glue stick. •Or, prepare your invita­ tions online and mail them through the Postal Service's NetPost Print and Mail Ser­ vices - you'll save time and money. •For save-the-date cards and thank-you notes, create customized postcards at www. usps.com/netpost. Postage is included in the price, and dis­ counts are available with every mailing. •The hottest trend is to use your own artwork or pho­ tograph on your thank-you notes. Customize the post­ age on thank-you cards with a first-peek picture from your wedding. For more information go to Print Postage Online at www.usps.com. Invitation tips www.ncair.org 1 (877) 673-6287 Winston-Salem Regional Office Division of Air Quality 585 Waughtown Street Winston-Salem. NC 27107 (338) 771-5000 fThli ad pa.d to by a violator of (ho open burning law.) LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 relaxing television. I noticed a little stuffy feeling in my chest, thinking it was probably indigestion from that big meal, I went to the kitchen and stirred up a spoonful of bicarbonate of soda in some water, that usually does the trick...but not this lime. It got a little worse and both arms started to ache under the biceps. Thinking it might be heart related; I got back up and took two aspirin. My wife, Barbara said "we're going to the emergency room!" She didn't ask if I thought it would he a good idea, or if I go, just "we're going." While she was getting her coat and the proverbialpocketbook, I went the car and got in the driver's seat. "What do you think you are doing? Scoot Over!" (She's a little excitable). Five minutes later, pulling into the emergency department at AMH, I was very glad she was driving. The pain was starting to ratchet up a couple of notches. The care I got from that point forward was amazing. Like a whirlwind I was whisked to the back where blood was drawn, a diagnosis made, and For air quality forecasts, call 1 (888) 784-6224 or visit www.ncair.org. Leaves, branches and other yard trimmings can be burned, if no public pickup is available and you follow DAQ guidelines. Open burning to clear vegetation from land or rights-of-way may be allowed, provided, provided that: 1 (877) OPEN BURN WANT TO BUY My name is Dick Miller. It has been a year ago this past February hut it still seems like yesterday. 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They're increasing prices for couples who will do anything for a lucky-seven wedding. Others are creating special packages that build upon the "7" theme. Seven-layer wed­ ding cakes, bridal suites with "7" in the room number and reception tables in multiples of seven are just some of the specials available. Lucky Engagement While it may be too late for many to book a lucky-seven wedding for this year, couples planning on getting engaged can use the day to mark the occasion. A lucky-seven en­ gagement may be the next best thing to a lucky-seven wedding. For those popping the question, consider these tips for maximizing the theme: • Choose a restaurant or location that has a "7" in the address or name. • Propose at 7:07 p.m. (or a.m. if you're an early riser). • Nestle the ring within a bouquet of seven roses or be­ tween seven chocolate truf­ fles. * • Include the "seven rea­ sons you love your partner" in a poem or the sentiments of your proposal. • Fans of "Seinfeld" can re­ live the episode where George Costanza says he wants to name his firstborn, "Seven," by choosing to do the same the clot buster shot administered. I was transported to Carolina's Medical in Charlotte in great style by Blue Ridge Medical Transport. I spent three days there during which time the doctors installed a stent to open up my artery. My doctor commented that the quick and accurate response to my condition saved me from having severe heart problems; in fact, I had virtually no damage at all. They did recommend that I Dick Miller (with grandson Riley) a receive some rehabilitative therapy upon my return home. I mentioned that our hospital had Mountain Hearts, and one of the nurses said "Oh yes, they are one of the best in the state!" I got excellent care the three months I attended Mountain Hearts. They trained me on an exercise routine I have stayed with Senior Vice-President of First Citizens Bank for well over a year now. The moral of the story? IJsten to your wife, don't' wait around for the pain in Ashe County and is on the Board of to go away, and get medical attention at Ashe Memorial, for my money, the best medical facility in the Directors of Ashe Memorial Hospital. high country. tT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL k \r Pital Avenue, Jefferson, NC 200 Hos MM*.™ www.ashememoriaI.org �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 3A FRIDAY, JUNE 29, 2007 COMMUNITY NEWS Keep your Fourth of July from going up in smoke RALEIGH — This July 4th Insurance Commissioner Jim Long hopes that citizens across North Carolina will opt for flames on the grill rather than fireworks shoot­ ing across the sky. Especially since, as Commissioner Long serves as the State Fire Mar­ shal. "Firecrackers, ground spinners, roman candles, bottle rockets and mortars — these are all illegal. That means you can't buy them in North Carolina and you can't use them either. If you buy reminds, very few fireworks are legal in North Carolina. "Generally speaking, any firework device that ex­ plodes, spins, flies, jumps or leaves the ground in any way is illegal in North Caro­ lina," explains Long who also fireworks in South Carolina and bring them home, you're breaking the law." The only legal fireworks are devices with 200 grams or less of chemical compound per device. Examples include sparklers, fountains, glow • Never point or throw fireworks at people or ani­ mals. • Keep a bucket of water or a garden hose handy in case of fire or other mishap. • Light one item at a time, then move back quickly. • Never carry fireworks in a pocket or shoot them in metal or glass containers. worms, snap pops and other similar novelty devices."Oth­ er states allow all kinds of fireworks, but in North Caro­ lina, our citizens' safety is top priority," Long says. Fire­ works injuries often include permanent eye damage, seri­ ous burns and lifelong scars. Commissioner Long urges citizens to use only those fireworks approved by North Carolina law, and to use cau­ tion even when using those legal products. "The safest bet is to attend a profes­ sionally-produced fireworks show," Commissioner Long advises. "But if you do choose to set off legal fireworks at your home, keep them away from children, follow the law and stay safe." The following safety tips will keep this July 4th from going up in smoke: • Young children should never play with or ignite fire­ works. • Adults should always su­ pervise fireworks activities. • Never re-light or pick up fireworks that have not fully functioned. Special You Know Having a Birthday Soon? j Show thctn you care with a JEFFERSON POST-IT Note , Call 846-7164 rxywyw^, Take to the water with BETTER BIGGER, COVERAGE. 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Unfortu­ nately, agriculture has been hyacked by amnesty-seeking individuals and groups like NC Farm Bureau, Legal Aide, Mexican-American Legal De­ fense and Educational Fund (MALDEF), National Coun­ cil of La Raza, Farmworker Justice. Collectively, these groups are lying to Congress and the American people - saying that amnesty for il­ legals is required to harvest our crops. But what these groups are conveniently (and intentionally) forgetting is that in 1986, amnesty was granted because these same advocates said farmers need­ ed to legalize their workers inorder to harvest their crops. What followed was a mass exodus of these newly legal­ ized workers and the result was more illegals came across the border to replace them lence our current problem of 20 million + illegals in our country. Amnesty advocates, ike Larry Wooten-President of NC Farm Bureau, are once again trying to carry their failed agenda on the backs of the American Farmer. If our Founding Fathers lar fields they serve. These could have looked ahead to committees should not be the present United States the boneyards of bills. Senate as they voted for Reform must begin with independence in 1776, they term limits, for both House would have been shocked. and Senate. There is no What is meant to be a reason that five terms in forum for the representa­ the House and two in the tives of a free people has Senate are not enough degenerated into a place for legislators. Surely our of undemocratic privi­ great nation has sufficient lege and personal power. talent to allow such a turn­ Here one person can stand over. This would eliminate between the great mass of the career politician and our people and good legis­ help ensure we have more lation—and do it without diversity of backgrounds ever allowing a vote. represented in Congress. To begin with, it requires Senatorial privilege— 60 votes to move many bills the right of a senator to through the Senate. That block certain bills—must allows a minority of sena­ disappear. So must the con­ tors to block legislation if cept of filibuster, and the they choose. In addition, requirement for 60 votes. individual senators can We live in a government effectively kill a bill merely founded on the principle by asking that it die. of majority rule combined Then there are the with protection of the rights chairs of committees, who of the minority. There is no have even greater power reason, however, that 41 to sideline legislation they senators, of either, both or personally dislike. no parties, can kill legisla­ All this is far removed tion at will. from how a legislative Finally, a time limit Stan Eury Executive Director of chamber in a republic must be set for committees the North Carolina should operate. Any bill to consider and report on Growers Association introduced into the Senate bills. Speedy but thorough should be voted on. Period. study can be followed by Committees should exist voting. for these purposes: to We did not need a House review, study and make of Lords, as the British had recommendations on bills. when we separated from They should be a source the mother country. We do To Editor: of information, their mem­ not require a Senate behav­ I am responding to the bers experts in the particu- ing in a similar manner. letter written on June 26 by Vicki and Jim Keener. I ap­ preciate the right of every -seated WU-vavA citizen to have a voice and speak out for the issues that WOT TUG impact our community. I also welcome criticism and debate because often I learn from the dialog. Being far from perfect I am always open and avail­ able to listen and try to al­ ways make the best decision possible on all the issues. On the matter of the zoo closing: Response on zoo vote Letters to the Editor 1) I did not close the zoo, this decision was made by Animal Control due to an in­ jury to a child. 2) I did not vote to close the zoo, I made a motion to in­ vestigate the matter further due to my lack of knowledge regarding the issue. 3)1 did not support the mo­ tion to make Mr. Stroud meet other requirements because I wanted to visit his facility and gather more information so I could make a better in­ formed decision I do not have children but I do care about the safety of children and as a commission­ er my main focus is the safety of our citizens. The Keeners are right, I did say I had never been to the zoo, that was why I made the motion to take another month to review this matter. The statement that I was dead set against reopen­ ing the zoo is terribly false. All commissioner meetings are a matter of public record and the record will show I did not vote to close New River Zoo. It will also show that I also voted against setting new standards or changes in Mr. Stroud's variance. I do have serious safety concerns and do want to make sure nobody is ever hurt of killed. There have been several cas­ es of handlers and visitors being killed by wild animals being held captive in other areas. I have had many calls concerning this matter and will continue to do my best to represent the people of Ashe County. Gary T. Barber Vice Chair Ashe County Board of Commissioners West Jefferson Help the 1904 Courthouse To the Editor: I am writing this for the 27 members of the Museum of Ashe County Board of Direc­ tors. Work continues on the renovation of the 1904 Court­ house and we can envision opening of the whole first floor soon. We formed a Windows Restoration Committee re­ cently. John Marsh, Ralph Bare, Jerry Brown, Mike Herman, Gwen Ashley, Gene Hafer and I are the members of that committee. We have the responsibility of helping raise the funds to restore all the original windows in the courthouse. Many needed to­ tal restoration and all will be removed, taken to a shop and be completely reworked. The total cost of this proj­ ect is to be underwritten by giving you the opportunity of "sponsoring" one of the 42 windows in the building. For a donation of $1,000 a window will be restored to its original beauty and condition. The in­ dividual or family sponsoring the renovation will have their name placed on a plaque hon­ oring them for their support. This will be displayed promi­ nently at the courthouse. Also, a reference book with names and information de­ scribing each family's contri­ bution to the history of Ashe County will be organized and displayed. With little publicity for this project, we already have 17 sponsors. Most of these have a connection to the court­ house, having worked there in some way, or at some time. There are a limited number of opportunities, only 42 win­ dows, and the repair work is already underway. This is a great way to help in the courthouse restoration work and a wonderful way to have a family or a fam­ ily member honored for their contribution to our county. You may join others in this project by making the $1,000 donation to: Museum of Ashe County History Attn: Garner Blevins, Treasurer PO Box 1404 Jefferson, NC 28640 If you have questions call Lonnie Jones at 384-3188 or Gwen Ashley at 846-1904 and you can leave a message if necessary. Forms designat­ ing who is to be recognized will be provided to you and a receipt for your gift will be mailed to you promptly. Please consider making a tax-free donation that will last more than a lifetime and will recognize the efforts of people who made Ashe Coun­ ty special. Lonnie C. Jones The tangled mess of immigration reform ]offer son Member: N.C. 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Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. When the Senate intro­ duced its illegal immigration bill last month my constitu­ ents responded. Hundreds of concerned citizens in the Fifth District contacted my office to voice their concerns about the route the Senate was pursuing on illegal im­ migration reform. My office received a del­ uge of letters and phone calls voicing opposition to the legislation. Most voiced disappointment in efforts to give amnesty to illegal immi­ grants who broke the Unit­ ed States' laws when they slipped across our borders. I wholeheartedly agree. Such feedback from my constituents is always wel­ come and the many com­ ments my office received in the past month have helped me focus my thinking on this critical issue. As we contem­ plate fixing the illegal im­ migration problem there are two major areas where we should target our energy. First, we must acknowl­ edge that enforcement is the foundation of any successful policy. Once we have com­ mitted to a sound policy of enforcement, Congress needs to face up to a second reality: the current immigration sys­ tem is a broken hodge-podge of programs and visas that does not work. Does border enforcement work? The answer is an un­ qualified yes. Take for in­ stance a 14-mile stretch of fence built along the border near San D i e g o in 1993. Since the fence's construct i o n , Border Patrol agents in the area reported a 95 per­ cent drop in illegal border crossings—from 100,000 each year before the fence to the current level of 5,000 a year. Sustained border protec­ tion can stem the flow of il­ legal immigrants. But piece­ meal projects will not work. Until we commit to guarding our borders against illegal entry, in both the north and the south, we will be deal­ ing with massive illegal im­ migration and a tremendous ongoing security threat. The tie between keeping our borders secure and fight­ ing against terrorist threats is clear. In the aftermath of the 9/11 terrorist attacks, the 9/11 Commission found that our border system did not contribute to a defense against the 9/11 attacks due to "a lack of well-developed counterterrorism measures as a part of border security and an immigration system not able to deliver on its ba­ sic commitments, much less support counterterrorism." Discussing border en­ forcement raises another important aspect of the en­ forcement picture. When we fail to enforce our nation's existing laws, whether they are immigration statutes or regulations to protect the en­ vironment, we endanger that which the laws are meant to protect. In the case of immigration laws, the goal is to protect the American people. When we neglect or even ignore the law we breed contempt for the stabilizing role that laws play in our national life. A country of people who hold the law in contempt would be a dangerous land subject to the whims of capricious leaders or misguided masses. The specter of this sort of foundational failure is why efforts to grant amnesty to those who have broken the law smack of irresponsibility. By giving amnesty to illegal immigrants we are commu­ nicating a serious lack of re­ spect for the rule of law and encouraging more people to flaunt America's laws. As the 9/11 Commission found, our immigration sys­ tem cannot "deliver on its basic commitments." It is broken. Fixing it would protect our nation from ter­ rorist threats and ensure the orderly immigration of those who play by the rules and who are ready to make valuable contributions to our country. I support reform efforts that respect our current laws while seeking to untangle the mess of complicated vi­ sas and temporary worker programs. But reckless promises of amnesty and "so­ lutions" that ignore the need for better border security are not progress—they will only make our immigration prob­ lem worse. Virginia Foxx is a United States Representative from North Carolina's Fifth Con­ gressional District. You may contact her office toll free at 1-866-677-8968 or e-mail her from her website, www.foxx. house.gov. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson @ jeffersonpost.com. �PAGE 5A FRIDAY, JUNE 29, 2007 JEFFERSON POST FROM THE FRONT Commission Fireworks continued from front page continued from front page enced when a mass group of people leave an event at the same time. With help from ACTA, the Ashe County Transportation Authority, a shuttle will be running back and forth from the new courthouse parking lot to Ashe Park. The shuttle will start run­ ning at 3 p.m. and will run until all shuttle guests are carried back to their vehicles. The shuttle is provided free of charge, with donations be­ ing accepted to go into next year's firework budget. Good times are the goal for the festival, but please take note of several particular rules that staff wish to stress that help with the overall success of the festival: • No individual fireworks (sparklers are not considered fireworks) • No Dogs - dog's ears are very sensitive to the explo­ sions that large commercial grade fireworks make and can cause them to panic and run. • No children under the age of 12 without parental supervision. • No ATVs, four wheelers, or any other off road vehicle. • No horses • No alcoholic beverages • Parking only in des­ ignated areas which will be marked off with orange cones; park staff will be di­ recting traffic in and out of the areas. • Carpooling is strongly encouraged, and please take advantage of the shuttle • Bring hearing protec­ tion for children, especially young children. • Park Staff and Park Volunteers will be wearing yellow "Staff shirts in case anyone needs their assis­ tance. • Be patient with the parking situation - everyone will be doing the best they can and will attempt to keep the main road open for emer­ gency vehicles. For more information, or to volunteer for this event, please call Parks & Recre­ ation at (336) 982-6185. ers association and board of realtors in Ashe want without the commissioners educating themselves about the realities of wind energy. The haste in which the commissioners discussed and adopted the Ordinance to Regulate Wind Energy Sys­ tems was necessary, explained the commissioners, in order to have a voice in the issue cur­ rently before the Public Utili­ ties Commission. The board enacted its police powers to deal with a regulatory issue. Calhoun's business, North­ west Wind Development, has applied for a certificate of public convenience and neces­ sity in order to construct 25 to 28 wind turbines 260 to 345 ing the product line, but we want it to be a controlled growth," she said. They've been told they ought to mar­ ket their shirts in well-known national chain stores, but they want to retain control so they are choosy, Susan said, over where they stock. Cur­ rently they offer their Swee­ Tea shirts at The Cabin Store and Mountain Outfitters in West Jefferson and at a store in Boone as well as online. What they want most is to have fun with the business and make people happy. "I thnk we make people smile. That's the fun part of the job," Karen said. "We're very focused on the sweetness and fun of southern dialect." "We know the saying is the main thing, but colors are im­ portant too, and the way the shirt fits," Susan added. The T-shirts come in soft faded colors that look like your fa­ vorite old tee right from the start. And they only get more comfortable with wear. The women's shirts are specially cut to fit the female shape better, and cut shorter than a man's shirt. The kids' shirts have such cute sayings, like "Youngin'," "Lil Bit," and "Knee high to a grasshopper," plus "Cayut" and "Dawg." They came up with one just for Grayson, the son of Cab­ in Store owners Shawn and Sheila Gentry, "Lil Buddy." On the men's shirts, read "Dang" and "I Reckon," "Daggumit" and "Ah'm fixin' ta." To see designs and colors, go to their website at www.sweeteashirts.com. Karen and Susan, and their family members and friends, have a lot of fun with the shirts, not only with their creation but with the packing and shipping as well. These two ladies, who give one hun­ dred and twenty percent of their time to their work and families, shed their corporate styles for a moment as they laugh hysterically over some new saying as they fold and pack. "This feeds the whole soul," Karen said. "It's like we birthed it, and we're watching it grow." SweeTea continued from front page run away with the market. But the families want to keep it a small business for now, so they hold the line on what they offer. "It took on a life of its own, and it's so different than it was a year ago, but we haven't lost the passion," said Karen. "The business is growing so fast, we want to make sure it doesn't grow too fast. We have about 40 styles now for wom­ en, men and children." And they are always considering new sayings as the sugges­ tions from enthusiastic cus­ tomers come pouring in. Susan said they are also thinking of adding caps and aprons both for cooking and gardening. "We are expand­ feet tall on Big Springs Moun­ tain. He hopes to harness the power of the wind and sell it to Blue Ridge Electric Mem­ bership Corporation, joining efforts around the world to replace fossil fuels (oil and coal) with renewable sources of energy to stop the effects of global warming. This project in Ashe would provide a study area for Appa­ lachian State University stu­ dents and professors seeking knowledge about wind power in North Carolina and its potential for meeting energy needs. Those in Ashe opposed to the project do not want to be a study site when this proj­ ect could have an unknown impact on the county's envi­ ronment, property values and mountain viewshed. In other business at Mon­ day's regular meeting, the commission will conduct a Principal Now in Digital Sound a Theatre One Ratatouille G Theatre Two Ivan AlmightyPG ilGlGIG 1G1G1G ^GIG continued from front page team came across my desk it just wasn't the right time. But I wanted to get out there and see what I could do in another area." The NC State Assistance Team came about in 1997-98 as part of the ABCs of Edu­ cation, a program begun in 1995. The idea is to help low performing schools by assign­ ing a team of specially chosen educators and administrators to work with a school system to bring up student scores. Team member selection is based on educators who are committed and purpose­ ful with good team building skills. Many average 20 years experience in classrooms and administration. A native of the Helton com­ munity, McClure had spent his entire school career in Ashe County, from his own years as a student and then as a teacher at Nathan's Creek School and then at Mountain View Elementary. He taught seventh grade at Ashe Cen­ tral High School before taking time off to earn a master's de­ gree. He then served as assis­ tant principal at Northwest Ashe High School for four years under Principal Larry Lewis, and then seven years as principal at Fleetwood Elementary and Westwood. He also did some coaching at Ashe Central in seventh and eighth grade basketball, base­ ball and football. Education changed dra­ matically between Nathan's Creek and Westwood, Mc­ Clure said, noting that teach­ ers are better prepared now and they are better preparing students so that all can be successful. Changes in 21st century learning, he said, mean not only better prepa­ ration in academics but also a focus on technology and skills needed in today's and tomor­ row's workplace. "I really feel blessed," he said of working in Ashe Coun­ ty. "This is a great school sys­ tem with great facilities and staff. The county has always been supportive about help­ ing the schools." He took this public hearing at 3:35 p.m. to hear comments on the Rural Operation Assistance Program which funds Ashe Transportation Author­ ity, and consider a resolution from Economic Development Director Dr. Pat Mitchell on a Certified Entrepreneurial Community Program in part­ nership with AdvantageWest Economic Development Group. The public will also be invited to comment during a public hearing at 5 p.m. on funding the establishment of a county fire service district in Deep Gap. Discussion during the general session includes reappointments to the county planning board and Economic Development Commission. Ashe County offices will be closed on Wednesday, July 4. The landfill and convenience centers will also be closed for the holiday. quality experience from his home county to Cook Elemen­ tary, a school facing many challenges and a community with a high poverty rate. He worked with the principal on needs and areas of improve­ ment and with the staff on training and program imple­ mentation. And in the meantime, his own people missed his per­ sonal involvement. "He's going to be sorely missed," said John Gregory, who took over the principal's job at Westwood. "The people of Ashe County are surely in debt to Mr. McClure. Putting together a new school (the consolidation of Fleetwood and West Jefferson elementaries into Westwood) was a monumental task. He put in lots and lots of hours and did a tremendous job. That is the reason this school is so successful. Bringing all the teachers together before the school opened to get to know each other and collaborate made it better walking in that first day. Everybody is sad to see Keith go, including me. He's a good friend." Assistant Principal Jen­ nifer Robinson was hired by McClure to work at Westwood as a kindergarten teacher, and she is looking forward to him returning to the school to work with children, some­ thing he plans to do as a vol­ unteer. "It's unbelievable that two schools came together so well," Robinson said. "It takes a really dynamic leader to bring people together. He did a beautiful job bringing us all together. When I came here, I didn't know who was from Fleetwood and who was from West Jefferson." DARE Officer Sgt. Dennis Anders has spent many years working with McClure. "I re­ member when Keith was a sixth grade teacher. I taught in his class at Mountain View," Anders said. "I worked with him when he was prin­ cipal at Fleetwood. Keith is a wonderful educator and loves the kids. He is very talented — / would(tie to express a most heartfelt thankyou to everyone who showedsuch sympathy andconcern over Russ passiny. Sometimesyou do not realize allthefriends you have until\ somethiny trayic (the this happens. Ayain, thank ifou from the bottom of my heart. Andrea and dedicated to his job. It re­ ally surprised me he was re­ tiring. He is great, and always found a solution that worked best for the child." McClure said he would take a few months off after retire­ ment to catch up at home, but he said he still feels a need to help children. "There are many out there with needs, and we can't afford not to help them," he said. His church focues a lot on children's needs, and that inspires him to con­ tinue doing what he does best. He also plans to spend more time with his 2-year-old grandson. His wife, Mary, a third grade teacher at Mountain View, has been very support­ ive of his retirement, McClure said. Her continuing involve­ ment in the school system will no doubt influence his de­ sire to continue helping, per­ haps as a volunteer, he said, or maybe with the community college or university system. McClure said he was in­ fluenced by his parents who taught him the value of hard work, but it was the influence of Morris and Katy Walker who encouraged him to do well in school, go on to college and become a teacher. "Boy, did I hear about it," he said of (former school superinten­ dent) Morris Walker's encour­ agement for him to go on with his education. "I saw him one day when I was a senior at Northwest and he asked me where I had applied for col­ lege." When Keith told Walker he had missed application dates, Walker made some calls and helped get him into Berea. McClure graduated from Berea in 1974 with a de­ gree in elementary education. He later earned a master's de­ gree in school administration in 1995 from Appalachian State University. There are many wonderful memories associated with his career, McClure said, such as Fleetwood becoming the first school in the county to earn a School of Excellence status through the ABCs program, and one particular highlight was the achievement of an IMPACT grant to obtain new technology for Westwood. The grant came as Fleetwood and West Jefferson were prepar­ ing to merge into Westwood, a highlight in itself. Parents were very supportive of the consolidation, he said, and it was a memorable accomplish­ ment. McClure takes many mem­ ories with him as he retires, but will no doubt make many more in the coming years as he continues to share his knowl­ edge and dedication with the schools and their promising young people. 2002 Chrysler Sebring Limited Convertible Leather, keyless entry, PW/PL/PM, chrome wheels, AM/FM and CD ' \jsmrZ- $11,480 1602 Curtis Bridge Road Wilkesboro, N.C. 28697 \ SAI l Si / 336-667-9090 HG1G1G1G1G Movie schedule for lune 29 - July 5, 2007 Searching the Scriptures^ Presented by the High Country Church of Christ Restoration or Reformation - Which Should It Be? Most religious organizations of which wc are aware are the result of reformation - the recognition that a dominant organization was wrong and a change was needful. The following of this principle has led to the organization of a plethora of religious groups. Reformation relies upon the wisdom of the reformer. Restoration, because it relies on the wisdom of God, will result in one organization (church) that is consistent with and, in fact, is the church of the first century. The work of the young king Josiah is a beautiful example of restoration from which we can draw essential principles. • We should begin with hearts that are humble and searching for God. Josiah "began to seek after God of David his father" (II Chron. 34:3) and "humbled [himjself" (II Kings 22:19). An individual who does not have a heart that is seeking after God will happily accept the status quo and the heart that is not humble will not accept needed change. • There must be a revealed standard. "I have found the book of the law..." (II Kings 22:8). This discovery led Josiah to make drastic changes. Although the New Testament is to be found in most homes, I am convinced it is often unread and unheeded. • Josiah quickly recognized he, and others, had been wrong. He was willing to repent (II Kings 22:11) and understood that God was not pleased with that which had been taking place (II Kings 22:13). • Josiah made a decision to obey God. "And the king stood by a pillar, and made a covenant before the Lord, to walk after the Lord, and to keep his commandments and his testimonies and his statutes with all their heart and all their soul, to perform the words of this covenant that were written in this book. And all the people stood to the covenant" (II Kings 23:3). • A restoration took place. We, at the High Country Church of Christ, desire simply to be the church we read about in the New Testament. We seek your comments, insight, and questions as we study together from God's Word. For more information, write to: High Country Church of Christ, P.O. Box 228, West Jefferson. NC 28694, or call Harry Calloway (877-5484). / Visit us online at www.TilleyAutoSales.tom New River Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department would like to thank all those who helped make our Skeet Shoot fund-raiser a success. Roe's Plumbing Prime Sirloin River Ridge Farms Burgess Furniture Lowes Foods CommunityONE Bank Blue Ridge Electric Ingles SKYLINE Membership Corporation Baldwin Chiropractic BoJangles Olde Town Barber Shop Shatley Springs Domino's Food Lion Gates Rubber Company Los Arcoiris Wal-Mart Hardee's Ashelawn/Badger Funeral Home Dr. Pepper Self-Sponsored Shooters Watauga Medics Doug Cox Construction Weaver Equipment Ashe Memorial Hospital Appalachian Mountain Mortgage A special thanks to the Ashe County Wildlife Club! Thank you to ail who sponsored, contributed, and/or participated. �FRIDAY, JUNE 29, 2007 PAGE 6A JEFFERSON POST Local members of Catholic community make pilgrimage bv Jeremiah F. Cullen F.Cullen by Special to the Post Five parishioners of St. Francis Catholic Church re­ cently joined approximately 70 others for a spiritual pil­ grimage visiting the holy sites of Portugal and Spain. The lo­ cal people taking part in this trip were Kathy Mcintosh, Holly Eldreth, Jada Parsons, Joy Spainhour, and Jeremiah Cullen. Jeremiah's godmother, Vidya Pillai, a Carmelite Lay person who hails from Sri Lan­ ka, and Hampton, Virginia, joined Jeremiah. Fr. Patrick Winslow, the former pastor of St. Francis, along with Fr.Tim­ othy Reid of Charlotte led the pilgrimage. We left Charlotte, N.C. on May 7, and arrived in Munich, Germany on May 8, then trans­ ferred flights to Lisbon, Portu­ gal. From there we boarded a bus to Fatima—the place where many Christians believe that Mary, the Mother of Jesus appeared in visions to three shepherd children on the 13th day of six consecutive months in 1917. This was the highlight of the pilgrimage and the most exciting part of the trip, accord­ ing to many on the pilgrimage. Following Fatima, we visited Santar6m and witnessed the miracle of the bleeding host. Many people were brought to tears at the sight where a Eucharistic miracle took place over 700 years ago. Catholics believe that the Host is truly changed into the body and blood of Jesus at the moment it is consecrated in the Mass. Al­ though it still tastes and looks like bread, faithful Catholics accept literally what Christ said in John 6:51: "I myself am the living bread come down from Heaven. If anyone eats this bread, he shall live forever; the bread I will give is my flesh for the life of the world." From time to time, through­ out Church history, God has allowed Eucharistic Miracles to take place to increase the faith of believers and to show that his discourse in the book of John, taken literally and be­ lieved since the beginning of Christendom to be true. Many wept as they were able to look upon the bloody Host, which had not deteriorated in 700 years. After celebrating Mass in Coimbra, called the Univer­ sity City" because of the many students living and attending the university there, it was on to Porto.The outstanding beau­ ty of the Douro River and the Maria Pia Bridge with the city perched on the hill above was breathtaking. Porto is known as Portugal's Paris and called the city of love by its youth. Following our short stay in Porto, we boarded a bus for Santiago de Compostela—the "maze city." It was very bleak and rainy during our stay there, however, our spirits were not dampend. A member of the tour commented, "It was the perfect atmosphere to see the cathederal." Here, we also saw the remains of St. James the Greater. From Santiago de Compostella we boarded a train and snaked our way through the mountains of Spain to Avila, the home of St. Teresa. At times we thought the rocking and rockina swaying of the train car would. cause it to leave the track* ta rc s r ***** invfiii *k T J ~ Greco and Raphiel. AI. dom _i~TS ^ - AH 2 and we eventually reached our sien the "crown jew- els" of Europe and Christen- destination safely. While there we also visited Segovia, the' resting place of St. John of thp .aT Cross. Next, we El Escorial which is on the route to Madrid. El Escorial is the burial place of all the Spainish monarchs and royal descendants. The collossus monestary there, aptly named the Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo El Real, was built by monks in the late 1500s. While staying in Madrid, we visted Toledo and saw the fa­ mous original paintings of El (West Jefferson Church of Christ) Being a Good Neighbor When we look at the subject of being a good neighbor we must ask the question, "Who is our so-called neighbor?" For many people they think their neighbors are those whom they live beside and in front of. They are our neighbors but the people we come in contact with while living life on earth are our neighbors as well. We must be gin neighbors in this life. Jesus has left us the example to follow and we should. 1 Peter 2:21, "For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also sufTered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps." good neighbor like Jesus was to the people he came in contact with. Let us go back to the bible and see what kind o neighbor we are supposed to be. We must be a loving neighbor. Jesus points out in the book of Matthew how we are to be loving neighbors Matthew 22:39, "And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbor as thyself." We must distribute our love and devotion to our neighbors. Being a good neighbor means we can not be prejudice towards a person because of their race. In Galatians THE OBSERVATION DECK 3:28 we read, "There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female, for ye are one in Christ Jesus." Jesus teaches us through those whom He healed that He was a neighbor to all. In Mark 7:26-30, Jesus healed the daughter of a Gentile woman. What kind of neighbor would of Jesus have been it he did not help this woman who was in need? Jesus was a neighbor unto all people and so should we. We must look at the soul of a person instead of the color. vWusic is the divine way to tell beautiful, poetic things to the heart. *4 Being a good neighbor means we must practice the golden rule. Jesus expresses to us how we arc to treat our neighbors. Matthew 7:12. "Therefore all things w hatsoever ye would that men should do unto you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets." We must treat people like we would want to be treated. We have the perfect example of the golden rule in Luke 10:27-37. The parable of the Good Samaritan is our blueprint in how we should be a good neighbor. The Samaritan did not care who this person was, he had compassion on him and stopped and helped this man that had fallen victim to robbers. We must be a neighbor that is loving and compassionate to those we come in contact with. We must be good neighbors. Jesus is our example and we must follow Him. If the world would be a neighbor like Jesus was to many the world would be a better place. Being a good neighbor to someone may one day win him or her over to Christ. We must all strive daily to be a good neighbor to not only those who live around us. but to everyone we come in contact with. Doug Frazier —————————————————————————————————————i ]Yes, I am interested in a correspondence course by mail Q Yes, I am interested in an in-home Bible study I Name: Address: State: PABLO CASALS © 2007 by King Features Syndicate. Inc. World rights reserved City: Phone:( _Zip:. Bald Mtn. Baptist Church 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Comer of Faw-Roland A McNeil Sis • Jefferson (88 West • Left on McNeil, One Block) Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Morning Worship -10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00p.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman 1460 Bald Mm. Rd., West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 am. Sunday Morning Worship Service - 11:00am Sunday Evening Worship- 7:QQsm Wednesday Evening - 7:00pm Baldmountainchurch.org Kntail: Baldmountain@skybest.com ChuKk 877-1550 Parsonage 477-2042 Baldwin Community Church Pastor: Douglas Hardin - 877-9075 1549 Hwy. 194 South • Todd (I mi. off Hwy 221) SUN DAY • Sunday School 10:00AM Worship 11:00AM ami 6:00PM MONDA Y C/immunity f are 6:00PM (Prayer A Outreach) WEDNESDAY-family Night 7:00PM (All ages) (Missions Ministry. Van Ministry, Teen Time) "A Chkrth focused • on faith, family A the future" Cornerstone Fellowship Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. ) i- Mail Request to: WJ Church of Christ, P0 Box 117, West Jefferson, NC 28694 Assemblv of God Church Visit With Us This Sunday Big Flatts Baptist Church Beaver Creek Christian Church Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Jim Dawes, Minister Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00a.m. Evening Service 6:30 p.m. Bethany United Methodist Church Blue Ridge Worship Center Church of Christ at West Jefferson 336-877-2801 495 Highway 194 South Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 221 BarnenSt., (Off Buck Mtn. Road) Doug Frazier, Minister Sun. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday 7:00 pjn. Bible Study 846-56J5 Church Office or 846-5616 Preacher's Residence Casual & Contemporary Saturday Night 7:00 p.m. Sunday Morning Breakfast JO:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Worship at 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00p.m. Prayef Meeting Wed night 7:00p.m. Friendship Baptist Church Healing Springs Baptist Church Jefferson United Methodist Church Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor Sunday School - 9:00 tun. Sunday Worship Services • 10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Services • 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service • 78)0 p.m. We invite you to join us for a God centered, fttmilywdnfdpkHf eSperiencuSfff 9178 Old Hwy. 16 • Grumpier. NC Sunday School-10:00A.M. Sunday Morning Worship Service- 11:00A.M. Sunday Evening Worship Senice • 7:00P.M. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00P.M. Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience. 115 East Main St., Jefferson, NC (336)246-9512 Mt. Paddy Church North Beaver Baptist Parish of the Holy Communion (Episcopalian) We hatea nursery and children churches available "Loves you and wants you to fellowship with lit every Sunday!" Hwy. 163 West Jefferson Pastor Rick Miller Sunday School • 10:00 a.m Morning Worship • 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00 p.m. Warrensville United Methodist Church Office hum: J36W2-W/0• Her. Lmiu Jones • Pastor Hwy 16 S. at Glendah! Springs Sunday School -10:00 am Sunday Worship Service 11:00 am A 6:00 pm Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. "And He led them as faras to Bethany... and He blessed them" Luke24:50 "Join Us in worship to Christ" Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 Sunday Evening Worship Sunday Morning Worship 8:30AM and 11:00AM Family Time - 9:30AM Sunday School -10;00AM 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study 6:45PM Services en Espanol Sabados a las - 6:00PM Clascs de ESL Servicios a las - 7:00PM Nursery provided for all services ML Jefferson Church of the Nazarene Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church "Come as you am. you willbe loved CSutiday School 10:00 a.m. Worship A Praise 11:00 a m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Robert St. off Bare (Church) 846-9378 Billy Robinson - Pastor Adult Sunday School - 9:30 AM Childrens Sunday School - 10:00 AM Worship • 11:00 AM St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church Smethport Independant Baptist Church 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh Main <4 Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass • 9:00 AM Saturday Evening Mass • 5:00PM English A 7:00PM Spanish Weekday Mom. Mass - Call for times 846-7481 Pastor James T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 194 and 88 West. Smethport. NC Sunday School 9:45 am. • Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Night Services 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m. Missions Building by Failh Promise hen we think about great neighbors Jesus is at top of the list. Jesus is the greatest neighbor man will ever know. We must be a Pastor George Norris 220 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson, NC tiful BACK TO THE BIBLE Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA 246-2979 <—• remember always rewcuiw.- the beau me ^ * — and holy places. It m° , urch to better appreciate my and my Christian faitn^ our weary, but joyful group returned to Ashe County. The trip was very inspiring. I will The trip ended on May 17. HavinS —• ^th all lis masterpeices, wiui an its X91 Friendship Baptist Churrh Kdjefterson, NC Rev. David GrinneU • 982-2080 Fleetwood, NC Pastor, Chris Cox Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! 846-39S4 Worship Times: Sunday School-9:30 A.M. Worship-10:30 A.M. I Sunday Preaching Service • 6:00 P.M. Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study - 7:00 P.M. 192 Church Street 336-384-3391 Sunday School ~ 10:00A M Worship - 9:00AM Visitors become family Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 Non-Denominational Pastor: run Rolen Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church Friendly Grove Baptist Church Burnett St. • West Jefferson Deep Ford RcL, Lansing Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Sunday School 9:50a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 7:00p.m. Wednesday Evening Sen ice 7:00 p.tti "A Life Worth Living!" 9:00 a.m. Early Worship 9:45 a.m. • Sunday School for all ages JI :OOa.m. - Formal Worship Service We would love to have you come worship with us. Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Rev. Keith Casey 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson. NC (336) 246-4764 9:45 a m, Sunday • Sunday School 11:00 am. Sunduv • Worship Service 6:30pm. Sunday • Sunday Night Service 6:0Opm Monday • T E A M. 10:00 a.m. Tuesday • Joy in the Morning 7:(j° Meeting Seventh-Day Adventist Church of WanensvQte Holy Trinity Church jf Pastor: Kevin Morgan V/ i 336-667-6092 Glcndalc Springs 10:00 a.m. Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Phone - 982-3076 Welcome Home Baptist Church Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 Saturday Services: Bible School -10:00 AM Sabbath Worship - 11:15 AM West Jefferson United Methodist Church Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Sunday School • 16:90AM Sunday Morning Wonhip • 11:00AM Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. CMMraa't Church and Nursery Provided Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4th) • 7:00PM Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Youth Service* - Sunday • 6:00PM Van Transports0ou Available Pastor Home. 336-384-3188 • CeO: 336-977-1009 We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! www.wjumc.net To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 Comer of Hwy. Ashe County 221 & Cherry St. EXTERMINATING Jefferson mat 141 Lyalle Lane, Jeffereon, NC (Just off Ashe fl>rk Road) Open Mon-Fri • 7am-5pm 336-982-9321 Sears 246-7131 203 East 1" Street • West Jefferson, NC Convenient 7 Days A Week PO Box 972 336-246-§402 rson, NC 46-6402 Dr Pepper ;J Bottling Company West Jefferson 246-4591 828I 262-3700 336-246-3367 Mountain Aire Compliments of VANNOY CONSTDUCl ION 502 Jefferson Ave. • 336-246-8806 All Types Dozer Work Hauling ficTrackhoe Work Home: 336-246-HART (4278) Shop: 336-846-7025 ur — rvL ingpeciions Auto Express ATFSarvice Uj.., nepBirs minor O«H*IM Kwlk Lube, Inc. Tin Sties Owner/Manager • David Miller 609 W. Main Street • Jefferson, NC • 249-5945 We Offer LP Gas • Gas Heaters Fire Logs • Cooking Equipment Call Pete at 246-7039 Serving Ashe County tor over20 Years H&W Oil Company I 24-HOUR BURNER SERVKX Your Ful Service 01 Company Call 846-8241 ASHE Coum CHEESE HO*U«TUCMTTRCTOA iliMMMr IJ EFFERSON POST 200 Hospital Ave. Jefferson, NC CONSTRUCTION 336-246-7101 COMPANY 203 South Second Ave. West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.jeffersonpost.com 336-846-7164 Fax: 336-846-7165 www.ashememorial.org US Hwy 221 Bus Mt. Jefferson Oil DODGE • CHRYSLER • JEEP Boone, NC VANNOY & SONS Steakhouse Weekly Specialties Hwy 16 h 163 Intersection Clendale Spring*, N.C. • 336-982-3060 Jefferson, NC ential Old Hwy 221-S. Bc.vor Creek • Weu leltenon Seafood & BILL HART COXSTIUTTIOX Comm -Gmpltu Line ofBmUmt Suppiu»" 246-4222 246-6077 HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPPLY. INC. Builders Supply Termite & Pest Control West Jefferson BLUERfDGE •tectrfc mwntwjWp corp. 246-9969 Mon-Sat~8:30 AM-5:30 PM The Jewel Shoppe Pollard Glass 785 East Main Street The Mountain Village Shopping Center Jcflenon, NC 211 Burkett Avenue West Jefferson, NC 336-246-4155 336-846-4176 ' High Country Paint & Performance 1358 W. King Street • Boone Family Fun Canter 'Church Groups Welcome" 828-264-0439 or 800-452-0343 106 E. Main St. PPG Paints 3-M Products 246-2501 Billy Blcvins • Tommy Little CARDINAL LANES | | Discounted Rates '87 Hwy 221, West Jefferson 336-246-7077 Evenings PONTIAC BUICK* Hwy 421* Boone. NC CMC o 826-264-9061 <2) OWsmotWG www.medibtownlnc.com •O J flooet* KtJtoia. 9etc Your Local Equipment Dealer For All Your Equipment Needs 418 Deep Gap Drlva • Daap Gap, NC 828-263-8464 • www.boonakubota.corr 8, We Build Your Home o The Way You Want It HOMES www.classichomes Intersection US 22IA NC 163 • 1620 NC 163-E West Jefferson, NC • 336-246-3600 �PAGE 7A FRIDAY, JUNE 29, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Fried fish benefit dinners planned in Clifton, Helton Friday June 29 4-8 p.m.: Fish Fry to benefit Ashe Outreach Ministries and Mobile Meals. $8 donation for a large portion of fish, fries, hushpuppies, slaw, desert and drink. Takes place at 9382 Hwy. 88 West in Clifton. Live bluegrass music! Call 385-1314 for information. 7 p.m.: Open Youth Horse Show at Alleghany County Fairgrounds, U.S. Highway 21 in Sparta. Gates open at '5 p.m.; registration begins at 5:30. Saturday June 30 4-7 p.m.: Fish Fry at Helton Community Building. Menu on the hot bar: Fish, chicken, baked beans, cole slaw, hushpuppies, steak fries, dessert. Cost: $7, take-outs available. Sponsored by Helton Volunteer Ambulance Service and Helton Community Center. Jump start your July 4th cel­ ebration Saturday, June 30, in Sparta, North Carolina in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The parade down Main Street is at 2. At 4 the street will be closed for a beach bash with the area's premier beach band, Mixed Emotions. Learn more at Sparta-NC.com or call 800372-5473. 6 p.m.: The Heritage Iron Club will be hosting a "CRUISE IN" at the Ashe County High School Parking. For more information contact Lynn Blevins at 336-246-9343 or Jerry Calhoun at 336-8774893. 7 p.m.: Saturday Night Singing at Mission Home Baptist Church in Fleetwood, featuring Butch Miller and his singers. Everyone is invited to a special time of worship through music and fellowship. Sunday July 1 10 a.m.: Warrensville Baptist Church at the 10 a.m. worship service, State Senator, Rev. Steve Goss will be bringing the message. Jeff Nave is the pas­ tor and invites you at attend these services at Warrensville Baptist Church. 4:30 p.m.: Welcome Home Baptist Church will have a Singing and Barbecue Fellowship Meal. The Welcome Home Singers, The Maye Family (Kathy and Pauline), and Georgia Donour will be singing and a special barbecue prepared by Jason Joyce with all the fixins by our congre­ gation will be available for all in attendance. Pastor Lonnie Jones and congregation invite everyone to attend. Monday July 2 7 p.m.: The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) will be having a business meeting at the Watauga County Human Services Building, 132 Poplar Grove Connector in Boone to establish a slate of issues to put before the NAMI member­ ship to determine priorities to focus on this fiscal year. Saturday July 7 6 p.m.: Kevin Spencer and Friends will be singing at Landmark Baptist Church. At 4 p.m. a cookout will be held at the Fellowship Hall before the song service at 6 p.m. The pastor, Reverend Charlie McCoy, and the congregation invite everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek Community. Sunday July 8 The annual Blevins Reunion covering all Blevins descen­ dants of the New River area will be held at the Konnarock Community Center on Sunday, July 8 beginning at 10:30 a.m. Bring a covered dish or other food item for the potluck lunch to be served at noon. Also please bring any old family photographs or fam­ ily records. Family research will be available for review on the families descending from James and Lydia (Sizemore) Blevins, Wells Blevins Sr, Elisha and Rachel (Osborne) Blevins, William and Rhoda (Pruitt) Blevins, John and Nancy (Pruitt) Blevins, Daniel and Elizabeth (Bracins) Blevins, John and Catherine (Cox) Blevins and other early Blevins settlers. A group photo will be taken after lunch and a door prize winner will be drawn for a manuscript on the first four generations of the descen­ dants of James and Lydia (Sizemore) Blevins. Contact Ron Blevins at Betron528@ aol.com with any questions. Monday July 9 First Baptist Church in West Jefferson invites children to join SONFORCE KIDS—God's courageous team of disciples standing side-by-side to serve Him. This will be the theme of the VBS, from July 9 through 13. 5:00 p.m.: The Peak Creek Ruritan Club will meet at the Peak Creek Community Center, Hwy. 88 East, Laurel Springs. This is our annual "Clean-up Day" event. Come prepared to dig, shovel, cut, prune, clean, and plant and enjoy a hamburger/hotdog cook out. A short business meeting will follow. For more information, call 982-9538. 7 p.m.: Ashe Really Cares quarterly meeting will be held on Monday, July 9 at 7:00 at the Ashe Baptist Conference room. All committee member and interested friends are urged to attend. Serving on that committee are; Mary Alice Witherspoon, Terri Shatley, Charles Moore, Rev. Steve Leashomb, Bobby Hamby, Kathy Bower, Glenn South, Pat Miller and DOM David Blackburn. Tuesday July 10 'y 10:30 a.m.: Th Blind and The Visually Impaired Support Group will meet at Ashe Services for Aging. Kathy Sheets with First Charter Bank will be our guest speaker. Everyone is welcome. iy Juiv 11 Apple Grove Baptist Church Be invites you to their VBS July 1113, 7:00-9:00 PM each night. July 14m 4:00-9:00 with com­ mencement service. Classes for infants to adults. Their theme will be "Rescue Zone." Pastor, Rev. Earl Roten and congregation welcome you. For more information you may call Pama Taylor at 384-4212 or Martie Latham at 246-4502. is welcome. Pastor is Rev. Clayborn Roten. - Ashe Campus Cont. Ed. Dept. is offering the following Ongoing Events classes: • Nurse Aide I : MondayThursday, beginning July 9 thru October 1, from 9:00 am until 1:30 pm at the Ashe Campus. Tuition is $66.30. A math and reading pre-test as well as preregistration are required. Call for information about the pre­ test and pre-registration. • Motor Vehicle Dealer License Renewal: On Friday, July 20, from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm at the Ashe Campus. Tuition is $50.The Ashe County Alcoholics Anonymous Group meets on Mondays and Thursdays at Jefferson United Methodist Church at 7:30 p.m. - Closed Discussion and Saturday at noon - Closed "Big Book Study" - All meet­ ings are non-smoking. The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold July services at Holy Trinity in Glendale Springs. Holy Communion is celebrated at 8:30 and 10. Coffee hour immediately followed the 10 service. For further informa­ tion, call the church office at 982-3076. Thursday July 12 The Executive Committee of the Ashe Baptist Association will meet on Thursday, July 12 with the New River Baptist Church at 7:00. All commit­ tee members and pastors are urged to attend. Summer Junior Tennis League will operate every Tuesday and Thursday, through July 19 from 10 a.m. - noon at the Ashe County High School tennis courts.This league is open to both boys and girls, 3rd grade up, and the one-time registration fee is $10. Come by any Tuesday and Thursday and register. For more information call Vickie Herman at 877-5656. Choices for Sustainable Living discussion course Sunday July 15 offered at the West Jefferson Coffee House Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Come learn with others how easy it is to live more sustainably. One person really can make a difference! For information call Gerry at the New River Earth Insitute 336-877-1860 or visit www. NewRiverEarthlnstitute.org. Mt Olive Baptist Church announces VBS "Take the Plunge make a splash with Jesus" on July 15-20 at 7:00 pm each night with a Lite sup­ per at 6:00. Kickoff Saturday July 14. Call Donna Phillips at 877-4655 for information or Transportation. 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Customers Have Put Their Trust In us For Over 26 Years! �PAGE 8A FRIDAY, JUNE 29, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Advanced tickets on sale for Ola Belle Reed festival continued from page 7A mation about any of these pro­ open to the public. treatment for breast cancer. grams, call the Seby B. Jones New River Earth Institute Led by physical and occupa­ Regional Cancer Center at NREI is a nonprofit educational foundation seeking to motivate tional therapists who will share (828) 262-4332. exercises, precautions, mas­ Watauga Wellness Cancer individuals to examine person­ sage to help heal the body. Program. A fitness program al actions, habits and values Funded by a grant from the for patients actively receiving as they relate to environmental those issues. It seeks to help indi­ Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. cancer treatment or Komen for the Cure, Inc. Class who have gone through treat­ viduals transform their lives starts Monday, June 11th ment in the past year, as well by accepting responsibility for the earth and acting upon a Meets the 2nd Monday of each as spouses/caregivers. Meets commitment to it. The institute month. Doors open at 5pm for Tuesdays and Thursdays from offers seven discussion cours­ informal sharing and oppor­ 12:00-1:00 pm at the Wellness es for the community. For tunities to explore books and Center. Call Beth Ann Syers at information please call Vicki tapes in the Resource Room. (828) 266-1060 for more infor­ at 336-246-2166. Online www. Group lasts from 5:30-6:30. mation. NewRiverEarthlnstitute.org Location: Cancer Resource Believe It or not, It's time Wilkes Community College Center at the Seby B. Jones for the 10-year high school - Ashe Center is offering: ' Cancer Center For more infor­ reunion for the Northwest Home Inspection Exam mation call the Seby B. Jones Ashe Mountaineers Class of Review On Monday, April Regional Cancer Center at 19971 The reunion will be 2 thru June 11, from 6:00 held at the old high school pm until 9:00 pm at the Ashe (828) 262-4332. Art for the Health of It: gym/lobby (now Ashe County Center. Tuition is $55 Middle School) on Saturday, Until September: Get a free Expressive Arts Therapy For breast cancer survivors.. July 14th at 1:30 p.m. Backyard Smoke Detector for your Through music, visual arts, Burger will be providing the home! It involves having movement, poetry and sto­ food and drinks ($7 per person either our fire marshal or a rytelling, we feel emotional donations accepted at event, participating local fire depart­ release, inspiration, a sense of $3.50 for kids). We'll also ment member go out to your community and a remember­ have some music from the home, fill out a short survey ing of the beauty of life even in good old days and, of course, about any existing smoke the midst of our darkest hours. your old friends will be there! alarms and provide some fire We somehow know that all is Invitations will be mailed out safety education while com­ not lost, and are rejoined to to either current addresses or pleting the installation. This Feel is made possible through hope. Each class will explore permanent addresses. free to email your address to the Ashe County Emergency a new expressive arts oppor­ Management Office. Call tunity. You do not need to 'be Beverly Miller at bevnicolel @ Community Outreach with your an artist' to participate. Funded yahoo.com just in case she name, address and phone by a grant from the Tri Cities doesn't have it! You can also number and it will be passed Affiliate of Susan G. Komen email her with questions about on to the Office of Emergency for the Cure, Inc. Program the event. A lot has been Management and you will be starts Monday, June 25, 2007 blocked off for us at Twin Rivers contacted. Call 846-0781. Meets the 4th Monday of each for anyone who wishes to con­ Ashe County Dog Park month. Doors open at 5pm for tinue the fun later. Please call Committee is seeking vol­ informal sharing and oppor­ 866-982-3456 to make res­ unteers for upcoming fund tunities to explore books and ervations before June 15th . raisers! Call 336-877-2924 for tapes in the Resource Room. Just tell them you're with the more info. Group lasts from 5:30-6:30. Northwest Ashe reunion. See Ashe County Dog Park Location: Cancer Resource ya'll there! Committee needs your Center at the Seby B. Jones Advanced tickets are now donations for an upcoming Cancer Center. For more infor­ on sale for the Ola Belle yardsale. All proceeds go to mation call the Seby B. Jones Reed Homecoming Festival the Dog Park Regional Cancer Center at on August 17, 18 and 19. IBLP Seminar (Institute in During the month of May Basic Life Principles) The (828) 262-4332. The Pink Ribbon Program get your 3-day pass for Bible truly does have the solu­ Staying Strong Beyond $15. Tickets outlets include tions to all the problems and Breast Cancer This program the Ashe Arts Center in West situations the human race ev Lansing Foods, er had or ever will encounter. of pilates-based exercises is Jefferson, Larry's Satellites and Bert's For those who are interested designed to strengthen and create flexibility, balance and Baskets in downtown Lansing in searching deep enough we physical empowerment for as well as the website. This are offering to host a "Basic anyone with breast cancer, year's festival will feature Tim Life Seminar" in our home. whether newly diagnosed, in O'Brien, Jeff Little, White Top This will require a commitment treatment, or a survivor of sev­ Mountain Band and more. The of one night a week for two to eral years. Funded by a grant Ola Belle Reed Homecoming three hours a session for eight weeks. There will be no cost. from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Festival is a fundraiser for Refreshments will be avail­ the Greater Lansing Area Susan G. Komen for the Cure, able. Work books are provided. Development Committee. For Inc. Meets twice weekly for six If you are interested or would weeks starting Monday, June more information, visit the like more information, you may 11 at the Wellness Center. website at www.olabellefest. call: Dale or Arma at: 336-385Class is offered ' Mondays, com. 6129 or 336-877-7835 12-1 and Wednesdays, 6-7. AL-ANON (for family and Ashe Central High School Pre-registration is required as friends of addicted persons): Class of '77 30 Year Reunion class size is limited. Call Kathie Meets on Wednesdays at the Plans are Underway!! Billing to pre-register and for First Baptist Church in West Classmates - Please call or emore information, (828) 262 Jefferson at noon. For details, mail with your current address, call 384-1940. 0098. phone, e-mail, etc. If you would Breast Cancer Support The Board of Elections meets like to be part of the planning, Program Whether you have the second Tuesday in each let us know! We'll notify you just been diagnosed with month at the Court House in of the next meeting. Contact: breast cancer, or are in treat­ Jefferson. These meetings are ment or recovery, or a survivor of several years, this free sup­ port program offers opportuni­ ties to share issues specific to breast cancer in a support­ ive and understanding group. Factory sunroof, factory Funded by a grant from the sport wheels, AM/FM Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. and CD, PW/PL/PM, 5Komen for the Cure, Inc. Meets twice a month on 1st and 3rd speed, only 38,000 mi. Mondays. Doors open at 5pm for informal sharing and oppor­ tunities to explore books and tapes in the Resource Room. Group lasts from 5:30-6:30. 1602 Curtis Bridge Road Led by Carolyn Carr, LCSW J /V* I t € » \ Wilkesboro, N.C. 28697 Location: Cancer Resource Center at the Seby B. Jones V SAI i-S /—1 Cancer Center For more infor­ 2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS $13,280 jL $• 336-667-9090 Visit us online at www.TilleyAutoSales.iom Breathe... Don't Burn! Summer Sum June 22 - 30 Brand Name Coordinate Groups Ladies' Capri Sets $1495 - $1995 Lots of New Ladies' Dresses & Pant Suits $1995 - *299S Bathing Suits Reg. $1800, Sale $1500 Ladies' Birk Sandals $1500 - $249S New Jewelry & Handbags Just Arrived Denim Capri Pants $995 - $1200 Ladies' Knit Tops from $5"° - $8°° Girls' Summer Dresses Prices Reduced! QUALITY CLOTHING % Hsiira "trance > Vacate % Rent wm Jorena Koontz Barnes - 336- Tuesdays and Thursdays from Desserts and coffee will be 667-7028 jorena.barnes® 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 141 Health provided by the church, and bankofamerica.com or Debbie Center Drive in Boone in the child care will be available Taylor Richardson - 336-384- old health department building upon request. For more information about 3605 glitch529@hotmail.com off the Bamboo Road. Our elementary schools Small Group Opportunity for this small group opportunity, need your help! Mountain Newly Married and Engaged contact FaithBridge United View Elementary School is Couples. FaithBridge United Methodist Church at 828-295currently in need of monetary Methodist Church is offering 8333 or visiting the church's donations to help them buy a new Small Group for website: www.faithbridgeumc. books for children in conjunc­ Newly Married and Engaged org . FaithBridge worships on tion with a visiting author pro­ Couples, to enrich budding Sundays at 11 am at the Blowing gram about the county's roots. marriage relationships. This Rock School Auditorium on The book: Addie Clawson, small group will provide Sunset Drive. Dress is casual Rural Mail Carrier is set in fellowship opportunities with and child care is provided for Ashe County and profiles the other couples just starting out, all worship services. first female route carrier for the as well as offer teaching from The Ashe County Democratic Postal Service in the county. a video-based curriculum by Party Headquarters will Call the school at 336-982- two Christian counselors who be open the 1st and 3rd 4200 for information on how are experts on marriage, Les Monday of each month from you can help. and Leslie Parrott. The small 10 a.m. until noon. Gary The monthly meeting of group will be facilitated by Rev. Barber, County Commissioner, the Watauga Chapter of Marianne Romanat, pastor will be there to hear from the NC Council for the Blind is of FaithBridge.This group will public any issues they wish to held each second Friday at meet in the home of Kyle and discuss. 10 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Elise Sigmon in Boone, for Ashe County Friends Church on East King Street. Directions call: 828-295-8333 (Quakers) meets every Refreshments are served and on Wednesday nights from Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home the public and volunteers are 6:30-8:00pm, beginning March of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for invited! Weather cancellation: 7th and ending May 9th. directions. if the public schools are closed the meeting will not be held. For more information, call: 297- 5346 Smoke from outdoor burning pollutes Your Ingles Advantage Card, the air and is unhealthy to breathe. Food Lion Card or Carolina West Wireless Account can IT'S ILLEGAL TO BURN: help Westwood Elementary • Garbage, paper and cardboard at no cost to you! Just link •Tires and other rubber products your account to our school •Building materials, including lumber •Wire, plastics and synthetic materials today! Just visit the front office •Asphalt shingles and heavy oils at Ingles, go to www.foodlion. •Paints, household and agricultural chemicals com or write a brief not on your • Buildings and other structures next Carolina West Wireless •Anything when air quality forecast is bill, and they do the rest. It only Code Orange or Red takes a few moments. For these or any other For air quality forecasts, call 1 (888) 784-6224 or visit www.ncair.org. fundraisers that may be going Leaves, branches and other yard trimmings can be burned, if no public on at Westood School, please pickup is available and you follow DAQ guidelines. Open burning to call Linda Yakel at 846-1166 clear vegetation from land or rights-of-way may be allowed, provided, for more information. provided that: The Country Roads Mobile •Prevailing winds are away from built up areas and roads Pharmacy will no longer • Fires are at least 1,000 feet away from occupied buildings be running. However, the •Burning is done on the site of origin, between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. Hunger and Health Coalition Burn permits Issued by the N. C. Division of Forest Resources or other Free Pharmacy will continue agents do not excuse a person from following air quality rules. to serve Ashe County clients. For more information, contact: Prescriptions can be called www.ncair.org in or faxed in, Mon - Fri 8:30 1 (877) OPEN BURN 1 (877) 673-6287 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The phone Winston-Salem Regional Office number is 828-262-1628, the Division of Air Quality 585 Waughtown Street fax number is 828-262-0154. 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There are beginner and intermediate lessons for ages 5 and up. Owners Danny Lambert and Lisa Taylor along with staff have over 90 years experience with horses. Instructors Lorie This-coming Saturday at Todd's Cook Memorial park, Wayne Henderson and Helen White will take the stage. One of the greatest guitar players Kinder World, in 1999. Helen's simple, strong backup on guitar and banjo provides a solid foundation for Wayne's amazing guitar wizardry. Together, they take their listeners on a visit to an Townsend and McClure Jackson will teach students the fundamentals of riding horses and a lot more. A group of riders from Burnt Hill will be traveling to barrel racing competitions all around western North Carolina. You are invited to join the team. For more information call 336-982-2008 or check the web site at www. burnthillstables.com. Henderson, White to perform in Todd Appalachian porch—an excel­ lent place to be on a summer Saturday afternoon. For more information about Saturday's concert and the rest of the Todd Summer Mu­ sic Series, call 336-877-5401. Photo courtesy of Burnt Hill Stables A young rider at Burnt Hill Stables. 2003 Buick Park Avenue Ultra Factory sunroof, chrome factory wheels, keyless entry, leather, AM/FM and CD around will do his lightningfast pinch picking, along with fiddling, banjo picking, and sweet singing by the lady, as the two present a broad array of Appalachian music. Wayne and Helen will present the third concert in this year's Todd Summer Music Series, from 2 to 4 p.m. at Walter and Annie Cook Memorial Park in beautiful downtown Todd. The Todd Summer Music Series is presented by the Todd Community Preserva­ tion Organization (TCPO), the nonprofit organizers of summer events in the park by Elk Creek and the New River. TYve Saturday-afternoon con­ certs are free, with donations accepted and encouraged. At­ tendees should bring a chair, sunscreen—and an umbrella. Coming all the way from Mouth of Wilson, Virginia, Wayne and Helen are al­ ways eagerly welcomed at the Friday-night jams in the Todd General Store. Back in 2003, they even invited NPRs American Routes and ABCs Nightline to sit in on the jam as part of a radio/TV show about Wayne that aired that spring. Wayne is known worldwide both for his playing and for the beautiful guitars, mando­ lins, and banjos he crafts in his shop in Rugby. His awards are too numerous to mention, and his recordings are always popular. Helen, a native North Carolinian, has been playing old-time fiddle and singing folk songs since college. Also a composer, she has written many childrens songs, and produced an album, Nobody Smiles Like Me: Songs for a $13,680 1602 Curtis Bridge Road AUK > SAI.ES Wilkesboro, N.C. 28697 336-667-9090 Visit us online at www.TilleyAutoSales.com m% Ws #5® Supplying our community with a complete line of building supplies, plumbing, electrical, hardware and Do It Best paints since 1935. 19 South Third Avenue West Jefferson, NC 336-246-2611 www.parkertie.doitbest.com Ashe County GHodbmbhi! §©@niw 336-982-4297 These animals are available for adoption. I W Precious, who appears to be less than a vear old Is a very sociable little Sheltle that was found In the area of Hartsog Rd. and Is being cared for by wonderful Samaritans. If not claimed, she Is available for These vivacious little kittles of 6 wks and their mom were headed for the shelter and thankfully decided to stay with our foster mom. Please help them and their mother find a home! Hard to believe someone would drop these beautiful kittles off on the porch of the Humane Society...they are socialized, sweet as honey and veiy handsomel The HS does not have staff on location and they could out therell Prancer Is a 4 - 5tyear old male, miniature collie who Is vety gentle, and needs lots of room to roam. He is waiting for you to come take him homel NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Lands of Mary W. Barker wiiiii JIM Reeves -VANNOY & REEVES, PLLC, ATTORNEYS 202 EAST MAM STREET, P0 DRAWER 67, WEST JETTISON. NORTH CAROLINA28604 (336)246-7172 • FAX (336)24*5966 - jim@vannoy.ndni.vw.com STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF ASHE IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 07-SP-72 IN THE MATTER OF THE SALE OF LANDS OF MARY ELIZABETH WRIGHT BARKER aka MARY W. BARKER), Undar foreclosure by Jimmy D. Reeves, Trustee Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained In that certain deed of trust executed by Mary W. Barker, an Unmarried Individual, dated 22 March 1996 and recorded In the Ashe County Public Registry In Book 211, at pages 10221031. defaull having been made In the payment of the Indebtedness thereby secured, end said deed of trust being by the terms thereof subject to foreclosure, the undersigned will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, at the Courthouse door In Jefferson, North Carolina, at 2:00 o'clock p.m. on the 29th day of June. 2007, the lands conveyed in said deed of trust, the same lying and being In COfton Township. Aahe County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as I A certain tract of land containing 21.260 acres according to a survey by Randy G. Rhodes and Assoc. P. A. RLS cated In Clifton Township, Aahe County, North bounded by the lands of, formerly of, or in of the following: on the north by United Cheml-Con and Mike Miller, on the east by United ChemlCon and F. Badger and on the southwest by Mary Arrlola and being mors particularly described as follows: BEGINNING on an existing Iron pin on the east side of N. C. 194, said Iron being In the southern line of the United Cheml-Con property and In the northern line of the property herein described; thence with the United ChemlCon line South 86 deg.10 mln. 00 sec. East for a < of 109.22 feet to an existing Iron pin; then North Fork of the New River South 85 deg. 10 mln 00 sec. East for a distance of 173.07 feet to a point on the east side of said rtver, thence wtth the seat edge of said rtver South 25 deg. 84 mln. 07 eec. East for a distance of 33 83 feet to a point; thence South 32 dag. 32 mln. 17 sec. East for a distance of 9349 fast to a point; thence South 24 deg. 34 mln. 58 sec. East for a distance of 310.61 feet to a point; thence South 12 deg 38 mln. 31 sec. East for a • of 116.84 feel to a point, said point being the F. - corner, thence continuing with the edge of said id the Badger line South 09 deg. 20 mln. 43 eec. tr a distance of 92.31 feet to a point; thence South 19 dog. 16 mln. 40 eec West for a distance of 11615 feet to a point; thence South 32 deg. 44 mln. 09 sec. West for a distance of 101.09 feet to a point; thanca South 42 deg 52 mln. 49 sec. West for a distance of 308.53 feet to a point; thence South 49 deg. 35 mln. 15 sec. West for a distance of 367.02 feet to a point; thence South 40 deg. 23 mln. 40 sec. West for a dlstanca of 70.91 fsst to an existing Iron pin; thsncs crossing said river and N. C. 194 North 30 deg. 15 mln. 39 eec. West for a distance of 148.06 feet to a 1/2" rebar est on the northwest side of N. C. 194, said rebar being In the eastern line of the Mary Arrlola property; thence with the Arriola line North 01 deg. 48 mln. 53 eec. East for a distance of 336.38 feet to a 1/2" rebar set; thence South 70 deg. 19 mln. 32 eec. West for a distance of 183.89 feet to a 1/2"rebar set; thence North 72 dog. 24 mln. 20 sec. West for a distance of 180.41 fsst to a 1/2" rebar set; thence North 65 deg. 38 mln. 23 eec. West for a distance of 159.64 feet to an existing Iron pin; thsnce North 68 deg. 34 mln. 15 sec. West for a dlstanca of 110.70 feet to an existing Iron pin under a power line, said Iron pin being the southeast cornsr of the Mike Miller property; thence with the Miller line and said power line North 40 deg. 05 mln. OS sec. East for a distance of 874.48 feet to an existing Iron pin; thence North 56 deg. 44 mln. 56 sac. East for a distanceof 125.73 feet to an existing Iron pin on the west side of a paved drive; thence North 57 deg. 35 mln. 55 sec. East for a distance of 47.37 foot to an existing Iron pin on the west side of N. C. 194; thence North 57 deg. 35 mln. 55 sec. East fora dlstanca of 12.30 feet to a point in the canter of N. C. 194; thence South 73 deg. 28 mln. 20 sec. East for a distance of 78.34 feet to the point of BEGINNING. Surveyed In October 1993 using ths southern line of United Cheml-Con property as a bearing reference. For source of Utte, see those certain deeds conveyed to Mary Elizabeth W. - and husband. Robert Lee Barker, In Deed Book K-S, 373 and L-5, at page 49. Ashe County Register of Office. Area by coordinate computation. Job #931004. There la, however, EXCEPTED from the above deecrlbed tract of land those certain tract of land containing approximately 20.462 acres mors particularly described In those certain deeds which appears of record In the Ashe County Public Registry In Book 288, at page 400; Book 239, at page 1170; Book 247, at page 1850; and Book 281, at page 1578, to which references are hereby made for complete descriptions of said exceptions. There Is located upon the above-described lands a single family brick home with 4 bedrooms. 1 bathroom, a detached garage and large storage room. From West Jefferson, lake Hwy. 88 West toward Warrensvllie, turn fight on Higway 194 and travel approximately 1.3 miles to house on left located at 7053 Highway 194 N, WarrensviHe, NC 28693. At the time of sale, (he highest bidder shall Immediately make a cash deposit In the amount of five (5%) per cent of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty ($750) Dollars, whichever Is greater. This the 29th day of MBy, 2007. Jimmy D. Reeves, Trustee �FRIDAY, JUNE 29, 2007 The Ashe County Little League 9-10 year old All-Stars started their tournament on Thursday eveing. Ashe County #1 hosted a game at West Jefferson Park at 6 p.m. and Ashe County #2 traveled to Wilkes County for a game. The 11-12 year old team starts their tourna­ ment tomorrow with a 2 p.m. game in East Caldwell. Look for results in Tuesday's paper. This week in Ashe County Tri-Skills challenge, camp turnouts Post photo by Michael Graybeal 12-13 year old age group winners: 1st Place: Kendra Weaver, 2nd Place: Cierra Wilson, 3rd Place: Taylor Price. The Optimist Club hosts by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor the event once a year for the The Ashe County Optimist local youth and award the Club hosted their annual participants for finishing first, Tri-Star Basketball Contest second, or third in their age for the young women in the group. Each group competed county on Wednesday at Ashe in three tasks, dribbling, County High School and had passing, and shooting. After an impressive number of the competitions, each player competing athletes. was given a score based on Post photo by Michael Graybeal The 8-9 year old age group had 12 participants during the Ashe Optimist Club Tri-Star Basketball Contest. Post photo by Michael Graybeal The 10-11 year old age group had the largest number with 14 participants on Wednesday. Post photo by Michael Graybeal 8-9 year old age group winners: 1st Place: Brianna McCoy (NP), 2nd Place: Bekah Bowers, 3rd Place: Ashton Lee. their accuracy at the passing station, speed of the dribbling station, and how many shots were made during the shooting station. This year, the Optimist Club had 37 girls to participate in the event and awarded nine plaques. The event was split into three divisions, an eight and nine year old division, a ten and eleven year old division, and a twelve and thirteen year old division. The ten and eleven year old division was the largest of the three with fourteen participants, but the other two divisions only trailed by a few players. The eight and nine year old group had twelve participants while the twelve and thirteen year old group had eleven members in it. The final score for the event was one of the closest that has occurred in recent years with the winner of one group coming from a fivepoint spread in the scores. The winners of the eight and nine year old group was Brianna McCoy in first place, Bekah Bowers in second place, and Ashton Lee in third place. The ten and eleven year old age group winners were Bridget Wilson in first place, Emily Flanagan in second place, and Morgan Hudler in third place. The oldest group, the twelve and thirteen year olds, winners were Kendra Weaver in first place, Sierra Wilson in second place, and Taylor Price in third place. The competition took place at Ashe County High School starting at noon on Wednesday following the conclusion of the 'Girls Got Game' Basketball Camp for the day. The 'Girls Got Game' camp was also held for the youth girls in Ashe County and hosted over 50 girls this week. Coach Laura Foster, Ashe County High School's women's head Varsity Basketball Coach, along Post photo by Michael Graybeal with other members of her coaching staff and team 10-11 year old age group winners: 1st Place: Bridget Wilson, direct the camp each summer 2nd Place: Emily Flanagan, 3rd Place: Morgan Hudler. to prepare the young athletes in the county for Husky basketball. At the same time that the girls are in the gym for basketball camp, Coach Ronnie Pruitt, the Husky's head baseball coach, was directing the Diamond Star's Baseball Camp on the baseball field. Coach Pruitt also had assistance from fellow members of his coaching staff and Husky players taught the participants of the camp fundamentals and the basics of baseball during his camp. Also this week, the cheerleaders for the Ashe Post photo by Michael Graybeal County Middle School The 12-13 year old age group was the smallest group in Bulldogs got a head start competitors with only eleven athletes. on the upcoming school year at the Cheer Excellence Cheerleading Camp. These girls learned new cheer skills, routines, and perfected their stunts during the camp, which was held at Ashe County Middle School each evening this week. The camp was directed by Rachel Shepherd, head Husky Cheerleading Coach and she was assisted by some of her varsity cheerleaders. This week finalized the youth camps here in the county until the week of July 23 when the high school will host the Husky Football Camp and also the Third Annual Cheer X-Treme Spirit Camp. Young boy catches big fish Look in next week's editions for more pictures from this week's camps!!! Post photo courtesy of Steven Clark Post photo by Teresa Roark Laws The 9-10 year old Ashe County All-Star teams met Tuesday eveing for a scrimagge to prepare for the start of the tournament, which was Thursday evening. Following the game, both teams posed with their teammates and friends for a photo. Look for results of both 9-10 year old games, and the 11-12 year old baseball all-star games in Tuesday's paper. Houston Clark, age 12, caught this 86-inch sailfish off of the coast of Cancun, Mexico. Houston is the son of Steven and Terrie Clark of West Jefferson. Houston, along with his older brother Samuel and their father, took a deep sea fishing trip during a recent family vacation. Deep-sea fishing in the outer Caribbean near Cancun is known as a spot for excellent sport fishing opportunities. The run to the fishing grounds is about an hour, some 1520 miles offshore. This sailfish has the largest dorsal fin, resembling a sail. This fish is noted for it's fighting ability and often spends as much of the battle in the air as in the water. �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, JUNE 29, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Softball scores from Tuesday, June 26 Dr. Pepper 11 27 16 6 15 12 Brickstone Pizza Mtn Advantage Brickstone Rollin's Auto A.F./ Ashe Co. Builders defeated defeated defeated defeated defeated defeated A.F./ Ashe Co. Builders Liddle's Plumbing LPB App. Utilities Mtn. Advantage UPM Ashe County Youth Football League Signup Information 3 7 3 1 14 2 Player Name: Address: Softball standings as of June 26 Won Rollin's Auto Dr. Pepper Mtn. Advantage A.F./ Ashe Co. Builders Appalachian Utilities Brickstone Pizza UPM Liddle's Plumbing LPB 4 3 2 2 2 2 2 0 0 Lost 0 0 1 2 2 2 2 4 3 Games 4 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 3 School attending: % 1.000 1.000 0.667 0.500 0.500 0.500 0.500 0.000 0.000 Grade Fall 2007: DOB Team Last Season (Circle one): 5/6,h Packers 3/4th Bears New *07 Raiders Titians Home Phone #: Cell# Parent Contact: First Day of Practice: Monday, August 6,h,2007. Where: FAMILY CENTRAL FIELD Time: 5:30 p.m. Players should dress in shorts t-shirts and cleats or tennis shoes for the 1st day of practice. The Parks and Recreation Softball League will return to action on Tuesday, July 10 following a break for the Independence Day Holiday. Please return this form by July 13th to ACYFL PO Box 1135 West Jefferson NC 28694-1135 Or you may drop it off at the Parks & Recreation office at Family Central. questions please contact Eric Houck 982-6185 LAny J Third Annual Cheer X-Treme Spirit Camp Monday July 23- Wednesday July 25 Rising grades K-4 9 a.m. Rising grades 5-8 1 p.m. Cost $65 Noon 4 p.m. Purpose • The purpose of the Cheer X-Treme Spirit Camp is to instruct campers in the basics of cheerleading, including cheers, dances, jumps, and stunt technique. General Information • The camp fee includes: Camp t-shirt, water bottle, healthy snack each day, camp instruction, and awards day. • The ACHS Varsity Cheerleaders are sponsoring the Third Annual Cheer X-Treme Spirit Camp as a fundraiser for their upcoming competitive sea­ son. Campers should arrive each day in appropriate Post photo courtesy of Anna Warner Michael Blevins of the A.FJ Ashe County Builders team drills a base hit with this at bat on Tuesday evening. Cheer X-Treme Spirit Camp Registration Information • attire (t-shirt or tank top, cotton shorts, and smooth bot­ tom tennis shoes with hair pulled up, no jewelry, and fin­ gernails trimmed). Campers will wear their camp t-shirt on the final day of camp. n Please make checks payable to: Ashe County High School Mail registration fee and form to: Rachel Shepherd 149 W. Staggs Creek Rd. Warrensville, NC 28693 Registration Form Parent Information Return Registration Form and Fee to the address listed. Name: Address: • Home Telephone #: Age: Grade in Fall '07: School: T-Shirt Size (Circle one): YS YM YL Mother's Name: Mother's Place of Work: Mother's Telephone #: Father's Name: Father's Place of Work: Father's Telephone #: _ AS AM AL AXL AXXL Emergency Contact: Relationship to Camper: Telephone #: Exhibition perfor­ mance for parents will be held on Wednesday, the last day of camp. K-4 grade campers at 11:30 a.m. and 5-8 grade camp­ ers will perform at 3:30 p.m. Parents are asked to remain outside the building during camp hours. Directors will con­ tact parents if nec­ essary. ^MHEAITTT r Interested in Karate?? Have you ever wondered what the martial arts are really about? Maybe thought it was just a bunch of screaming and hollering without substance? Come in and experi­ ence what the martial arts is really about- building strength of character, integrity, honor, respect, health, fitness, self discipline and self defense. Shotokan Karate of Ashe meets ev­ ery Thursday night at the old Heilig Meyers Building- Upstares on the 4 lane between the towns. Basics (beginners): 6:35 pm - 7:00 pm Regular Class: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm 977-1455 for information % Please complete the following information. If necessary, attach another sheet. Allergies: Medical Problems: As parent or guardian of the applicant, I understand that the staff of the Cheer X-Treme Spirit Camp will treat only minor injuries. If an injury requires med­ ical attention, the financial responsibility will rest with the parents. I also waive all legal rights for restitution. Parent Signature: Date: FOR OFFICE USE (Do not fill in): Cash Check (# to Raymond Moretz from your children and grandchildren Jefferson Post Contest Winner We do not have a winner for this week's Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest. No one correctly chose the race winner, Juan Pablo Montoya. Thanh you for all of your entries! Please play the Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest again next week! High Country Health Care System / Hospice Invites you to honor the Leadership, Volunteerism and Generous Spirit of HOW HEALTH & HOSPICE Limitations: Happy Birthday Bud Honeycutt. Bud Honeycutt Memorial & Hospice Building Dedication Saturday, June 30,2007 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. (Rain or Shine) 392 Hwy. 18E/16N Jefferson, NC 336-246-6443 HOSPICE IS THE WAY WE LIVE I �Kid;1J FRIDAY, JUNE 29, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 3B The Fourth of July, also known as Independence Day in the United States as well as in other countries, is the anniversary of the adoption of the Declaration of Independence. It was on July 4,1776, that the new United States Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence, declaring that the 13 colonies were now an independent nation, the United States of America. The colonists wanted freedom from laws passed by the English Government that they felt were unfair, especially tax laws. Revolting against a tax on tea, a group of colonists threw around 350 crates of tea from three British East India Company ships into Boston Harbor in December 1773. Disguised as Native Americans, the group known as the "Sons of Liberty" carried out the act that is known today as the Boston Tea Party. The British Government responded to the revolt by passing laws that increased the royal control of the Colony of Massachusetts as well as closing the Port of Boston. The other colonies rallied together in support of the Bostonians. Colonial committees decided to convene the First Continental Congress in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in September of 1774. The first Congress demanded that Britain repeal all of the unfair laws they had passed since 1763, and they called for a colonial boycott of British goods. The War for Independence began on April 19,1775, when English soldiers, known as Redcoats, clashed with a Massachusetts militia group, and eight Americans were killed. During the Second Continental Congress, which convened in May of 1775, the colonial leaders adopted the position that Americans would rather die free men than live as slaves and would take up arms against the United Kingdom. The young American country had a long battle for freedom, thus the new United States of America and England went to war against each other. The Revolutionary War formally ended with the Peace of Paris Treaty, signed on September 3,1783. America won its independence. Today there are many traditions associated with the Fourth of July. Picnics, barbeques, and family gatherings are very common. Since it is a national holiday, most businesses are closed, as are all Federal and state offices. Firework displays are popular and are done by most all cities. Families in many states are allowed to set off smaller fireworks from home. Some of the best fireworks in the world are set off in the U.S.A. to celebrate the Fourth of July. Independence Day Word Search Find the words hidden in the puzzle below. S L Q C F G N B M 0 U V J L B S T R U B T N J T M H Y D R Q S I E I Z G O V E R Q E U X N M A S S A Z F R E E D O M P W N N N G Y 0 E R WY K S C I N C I P T R I B S T 0 N T E A I J O Z S M C B U N B A M L 0 R I L S 0 J V T T P L B A I J T DM U I F F E E U H O R Z Q U U I D S B B B Y S L I 0 G N T I L T T Z V 0 B A Y T R I E E J T 00 Z 0 T C Z C F J Q P WP R D Y D Y Q U I V I L O P E N N S Y L V A Z O R Z X U O X Z V Hidden Words: V N C Q T F P X D V M N M Y G Q F L N0 I M E N T K H U S E T Q R A R L L J A Z Y U R X S M A P F A W N 0 H N T T U M T E U 0 0 N K D F A I 0W P O B T N A M U M N R P M R R D V T U T W T S 0 P K C 0 R K Z 0 P I WE WE A D R J E I X C F S L K T A M E R G T A S N T Y B I 0 P 0 S V C T I lilAA* wn«i Giiici* 1. Group that held the Boston Tea Party. 4. Country the colonists fought. 6. Independence Day is on what day? 8. Many families have these on the 4th. 9. 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One way your yard, you can certainly Relaxing Retreat (643 words, to do so is to create an area create a relaxing oasis. US) in the home that serves as Water fixtures: The sound (MS) - The pace of everyday a sanctuary. Oftentimes, of gently cascading water life has been turned up a the backyard is an ideal has the potential to induce notch as of late. Peoplfe are place to do so because of the feelings of tranquility. That working longer hours, racing to and from meetings and appointments and generally operating a fast-paced schedule. Maintaining this momentum can have some consequences, especially elevated stress levels. According to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada, stress can manifest in a number of symptoms, including upset stomach, anxiety,headachesand overall fatigue. Although this is still being investigated, stress may also contribute to the development of heart disease and stroke. Preliminary evidence shows that those with high stress levels have higher blood cholesterol, an increase in blood pressure, Installing a hammock is an easy way to help transform your and have blood platelets yard into a peaceful haven. that are more likely to clump together in blood vessels. It is important to slow down connection with nature and is why there are so many noise" machines and manage stress whenever fresh air. Additionally, by "white possible to live a longer life introducing certain items into and relaxation tapes that feature sounds of a stream or the ocean. If you're not in the middle of the woods or beachside, rely on a manmade water element to do the trick. Erect a fountain or small waterfall in your garden. Or, build a koi pond and put in an aeration device to keep the water moving. Wind chimes: Available in a number of soothing tones and styles, many people enjoy the gentle sound of wind chimes in the breeze. Experiment to find" out which pitch is the most relaxing to you and then hang your chimes in a convenient backyard location. Bird feeders: Watching animal life frolic is another way to relax. Invite birds to your yard so that you can hear their sweet chirps and ei\joy their antics by installing a bird feeder. When purchasing, also consider buying devices that are proven to thwart the attempts of squirrels trying to raid the bird seed. Otherwise, your bird feeder may prove counterproductive if wiley squirrels prompt stress levels to rise. Hammock or swing: The gentle rocking motion of a hammock or large porch swing can provide a relaxing spot to catch a nap or read a favorite book. Much as a baby is lulled to sleep with the rocking motion of a bassinet, so will you be put into a calmer state of mind. Hot tub: You can easily soak away the stress of the world and the aches and pains of a hard day's work in a hot tub. Hot tubs do double-duty because they also provide the aural cues of running water. Today's models even boast soothing colored lights and other features designed to relax you. Gazebo or other "structures": Sometimes closing yourself off from the world can be soothing in itself. Thick foliage, shade trees or a structure that creates a private spot to which you can retreat will allow for deep thought or just moments alone. Lighting: Whether cleverly placed accent lighting or gently flickering tea lights, bringing lighting to your yard Great Yards Are a Great Investment (MS) - You never get a second you're selling your home, you'll Gorgeous flowers in a multitude chance to make a good first find that everything will be of colors are available at lawn impression. Think about that coming up roses (or pansies, or and garden centers this time the next time you're driving begonias.) if you simply plant of year. Do a little research around looking at houses. some flowers to brighten your and choose flowers that will Curb appeal is complement so important, your home as whether you're well as thrive in putting your your area. house on the A smart way market or to • showcase wanting a fresh your flowers look for your and landscape beds is with a home. A great yard border. d e f i n i t e l y Gardener real improves makes a wide estate value, and variety of sprucing up your edging. One of yard doesn't have their borders to cost a fortune. that will let A recent study any landscape states bed shine is houses wi Emerald Edge. gardens, To install, just mowed lawns, hammer it into well-stocked the ground with a mallet. flower beds and Durable edging like flexible Fiber Edge® is easy to install Emerald Edge wiS °seU°quicker and makes P,antin9 areas look neat and tidy. comes in easy to and for a better handle four foot price than a comparable one yard. sections and costs less than without the green features. If Spring is a great time to plant. $1.50 per foot in most stores. BARKER'S STONE AND LANDSCAPING SUPPLIES Amish Furniture - Swings and Gliders, etc. Another attractive edging option is Fiber Edge. It is one of the most durable on the market, yet it bends easily and conforms to almost any landscape design. Made of a strong UV- resistant fiberglass, this innovative edging comes in an attractive green color that won't rust, rot, crack or fade. If you're opting for something ornamental, try Garden Braid Border. The pound-in border's braided detail beautifully frames any landscape bed. Don't let its good looks fool you; this stylish border works hard, keeping creeping weeds out of flowerbeds while holding mulch in. Best of all, it is sturdy and maintenance-free. If you love the look of clay or 8tone tile but don't want to spend a fortune, check out the Villa Garden Tiles. The tiles are easy to use; you just push them into place and compact soil around the bottom for support. The Villa Tiles come in two designs - Terra Cotta and Stone Tile. Tidy landscape beds framed by a good looking border make any yard more appealing. Head to your local nursery, pick up some plants and borders and get started today. A more valuable yard is only a flowerbed away. allows you to retreat there any time of day or night. Sometimes the most peaceful time to enjoy a break is when the sun sets and the rest of the neighborhood is getting ready to call it a day. Create a solace in your backyard to serve as a reprieve from everyday stress. Now, how do you let people know?? The Jefferson Post Business Sen-ices page may be just what you are looking for! A single space ad costs only $50 per month and is in 12 issues of the Jefferson Post every month! A double space costs only $100 for the entire month!! Call Geraldine today at 336-846-7164 and Get the word out about YOUR BUSINESS! 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On this 150 acre gated estate, only 20 families will share this private community. From the rock hearth in the great room, the large living and dining rooms, state of the art kitchen and media room to the old southern style veranda, this elegant 4 bedroom 3.5 bath home will simply captivate you! $965,000 Dreams Come True... Magnificent Olde River Club Home Sites Available Ranging from $225,000 to $295,000 MI S 50900 6 33 Country Club Road - HMC.C Roaring Gap, NC Brand new professionally decorated, custom designed and fully furnished 3 bedroom/3.5 bath plus bonus room mountain home in High Meadows Golf and Country Club. State of the art kitchen for entertaining. Open floor plan with Great Room with a beautiful stone fireplace. Exquisite Master suite and bath. Move-in ready. A membership to High Meadows Country Club is included in the purchase price. $459,500 High Meadows Golf 6a Country Club Home Sites Available Ranging from $59,500 to $98,500 Membership to High Meadows Country Club Included Buy Your Home Today with 100% Financing & Absolutely No PMI HISTORIC FARMHOUSE HAS IT ALL! Open House July 7 th & 8 th 2pm - 5pm Mt. Jefferson Mortgage 126 Roby Poe Road (336) 982-6020 • Did you know that you don't need money for a down payment on a home loan? • Did you know that since you don't have to pay Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) your monthly house payment can be reduced significantly or you may be able to afford a larger home? • Many people don't realize there is a loan available for a qualified homebuycr with an average (or above average) income who wants to purchase a residence and obtain 100% financing. • There are no restrictions on the size of the home. Any limitations placed on the price of your home depends on the same repayment ratios used by most conventional loans. • 100% of the appraised value of a home can be borrowed. Even closing costs can be borrowed if the value of the house is enough. • This is not a government subsidized loan. It's simply a 100% bank-financed conventional loan with a government guarantee. • Mt. Jefferson Mortgage is capable of of obtaining a Rural Development Government Guarantee that makes a 100%, no PMI loan available to average households. • Closing costs are the same as a loan without a government guarantee. • Reliable income and good credit are required. If you are in the process of buying a home or just thinking about purchasing a home and want additional information contact Ml. Jefferson Mortgage at 982-6020. Beautiful mountain property with views of Three Top Mountain and North Fork of New River. Restored 1918 farmhouse with 5 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 fireplaces, large kitchen, dining, living room, cherry hardwood floors and wraparound porch. 6+ acres with apple trees, berries, grape vines and stream. Historic two story chestnut barn (floored for business use) and two outbuildings. Long road frontage on Hwy 88W and Baker Hollow Road. Well landscaped for privacy and attractiveness with fence, trees, flowers and shrubs. 336-655-3737 or 336-768-1463 Price: $335,000 Directions: Take 88W from Jefferson past Three Top Road to 14694 Hwy 88W. House on right, look for signs. �PAGE 5B FRIDAY, JUNE 29, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Short on time or space? Try container gardening (MS) - Gardening is a favorite pastime for many Americans. But what do you do if you don't have the time to garden? Or the space? The answer is easy - container gardening. For those who love to garden but don't have time to tend to a yard full of flowers, container gardening gives those green thumbs an adequate workout. Container gardening is great for apartment dwellers, gardeners with small yards and gardeners who are renting homes. If you move, you can take your garden with you. It's easy to plant a container garden. Start with your container. Be creative - look beyond the basic flowerpot. Wooden barrels, interesting antiques and even an old boot can hold potting soil and a plant. Be sure the containers have adequate drainage. If without breaking the bank. they don't, drill a few holes in Are there some bulbs or the bottom. perennials you'd like to plant Next, line your container but aren't sure if they'd do with a layer of landscape well where you live? With fabric like WeedBlock® to container gardening, you can keep the potting soil from purchase a couple and give washing away when you water. Fill the lined container with a quality sterile potting soil. Leave about an inch of space between the soil and top edge of the container. Now it's time to pick your plants. One of the greatest things about container gardening is its affordability. You can experiment Container gardens are an inexpensive, low-maintenance i with different to give your green thumb a workout. flowers and plants them a try. It's iportant to place your newly planted containers in a location that provides proper light for your plants. Potted plants look best in groups, so try several arrangements. The versatility of container gardening allows you to move your "garden" wherever and whenever you wish. When you've settled on a location, don't forget to water. This is where most mistakes are made in plant care. Too much or too little moisture can bring disaster. Water plants when the soil is dry an inch below the surface. Like people, plants need proper nutrients. Make this easy on yourself and use Jobe's® Fertilizer Spikes. Gardeners have used them for years because they "Put Your Trust In Number One" Gntuo^j "Put Your Trust In Number One" 11 Beaver Creek School Road West Jefferson, NC 28694 11 Beaver Creek School Road West Jefferson, NC 28694 Ontuo^j 336-246-7455 • Toll Free -1-800-789-1312 Business 336-246-2664 FAX 336-246-4532 Business 336-246-2664 INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED M Real fsl.ilr for Your World and 0 Century 21 Real Estate Corporation Equal Housing Opportunity M into the soil. It will feed the plant continuously for up to 15 days. There are formulas for flowering plants, foliage plants, and Poinsettias and Christmas Cacti. You can find these fertilizers at the retail store or lawn and garden center where you purchase your containers or by calling 1-800-327-9462. If you love plants and flowers but find your time and space limited, give container gardening a try.The possibilities are as endless as your imagination. 592 South Main St. • Jefferson, NC 28640 INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED fstate for Your World consistently produce vigorous, healthy plants and they're easy to use. All you do is push the spikes directly into the soil, then water. The spikes come in a variety of formulas,' several of which are perfect for container gardens. Try the formulas for flowering plants, houseplants, potted plants and hanging baskets and bulbs and perennials. If you prefer a liquid fertilizer, try new Jobe's® Drip Feeders. All you have to do is twist off the cap of the self-feeding bottle and push it *n - * HHHF' k ^ . « a r— I . I nn and O Century 21 Real Estate Corporation - : Equal Housing Opportunity VIEWS! 3BR/2.5BA custom ENJOY CAREFREE IN TOWN LIVING & GREAT VIEWS. built home on 3+ acres with - 2BR/2.5BA townhomes with all wood interior, wormy hardwood floors, ceramic tile, chestnut & cherry cabinets, corian countertops, 2 sided gas FP. full basement, FP. Pasture for covered porch, garage, all appli­ horses. $949,000 #154684 ances. $219,500 #154560/2/3 J154953. HOME ON MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF COURSE • Fabulous homo on Mountain Aire Golf Course! This home has been almost completely renovated tram top to bottom. Home features hardwood floors 4 vaulted celling throughout the first floor. Kitchen has stainless appliances; master bath has radiant gas-heated .s£,r-s-.V< >»; J154974. HOME ON GAITHER POE ROAD • 3 BR, 2 BA home situated in a peaceful valley. This home features fireplace, base­ ment, spacious kitchen & dining area, large sun deck, wonderful detached workshop 4 large outbuilding. Great yard for kids & pets. Small branch on property also. $199,000 floor 4 Jacuzzi corner tub. Home has both gas 4 ' wood fireplaces 4 multiple decks for your outdoor enjoyment. This house is a rare gem! $365,000 J154156. GREAT STARTER home for a new couple, young family or empty-nesters looking to down-size Located just steps away from WJ Park & downtown arts district. This home has it all! Recently updated floor­ ing throughout fenced-in backyard and nice large, open kitchen. Must see! $172,000. — J154195. ASHE LAKE - 2BR, 1-1/2BA, upper level condo. Home is in move-in condition w/1 year old appliances, carpet & vinyl. Also, small balcony overlooking the lake. Lake privileges. $81,000. 154916. HOME IN COUNTRY SIDE ACRES - West Jefferson - Gorgeous 3 BR/2 Bath contemporary home in the Westwood School District. Two miles to school or town. Home features stone fireplace in Living Room and Master Suite. Floor plan is open. Master Suite offers study area and enormous walk-in closet. Home also otters gorgeous landscaped lawn, basement and two car garage. $484,900. 153003. PEACEFUL LAKEFRONT PROPERTY - surrounded by nature's beauty. Steps from the back patio lead all the way to the lake. Enjoy fishing or docking from your own pier. This home offers seclusion and a gorgeous view. Home is equipped with ADT security system. MOTIVATED SELLER! S169,500. NEW CUSTOM BUILT 3BR/2BA HOME with great view of Mt. Jef­ ferson from the covered front porch. Main floor living, low maintenance exterior, full basement, hardwood floors, oak cabinets, appliances. $308,500 #154889 LOTS OF ROOM FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY! 5BR/ 3BA home with great views close to the New River. Woodburning FP, red oak flooring. Great vacation/second home. $238,500 #154164 LIKE-NEW & FURNISHED! 3BR/2BA. Master BR features a large bath with garden tub. Nice deck in front to enjoy the peaceful setting. 5+ acres. $135,(KM) #153818 PRIVATE SETTING! Watch the water tumbling over the rocks from this 1BR/1BA cottage with stacked stone FP, front & back decks, new stainless appliances, paved drive. Big Horse Creek close by. $98,500 #153423 153234. REMODELED FARMHOUSE - Ultimate country setting! Remodeled old farmhouse overlooking well groomed pasture. This 3BR, 1BA home is in a secluded area at the end of road in nice neighborhood. Approximately 6 miles from downtown Jefferson. $179,500. IN WALNUT HILL 153023. HUCKLEBERRY RIDGE ROAD - Great 3BR, 2BA, doublewide mobile home w/living room and separate den. Potential for great views. Plenty of room for families. Outbuildings for extra storage. $95,000. LOOKING FOR LAND? WE HAVE TRACTS IN ALL SIZES! J154225. FLEETWOOD AREA - Home is located within good proximity of Boone, Wilkes & the Jefferson's. Home is a 2 story which features 3BR, 2-1/2BA, vaulted foyer, nice floor plan, pantry, laundry room, small loft area upstairs and wrap around, covered porch. $214,900. Land Listings: J154288. RIVERFRONT LOG HOME - on 2.336, mostly wooded acres. Home sits on high ridge, west facing, for great sunsets. This 3BR, 2BA, log home offers a bright, open floor plan, w/gas FP, wood & ceramic floors, large hot tub & comes very tastefully decorated and furnished, down to the spoons. Move in ready! $347,900. 153844. CHESTNUT HILLSpacious 4BR, 1BA, doublewide with a two room addition & 3.565 acres with abundant wildlife. This home features a large front yard with two creeks on the property. $109,000. Land Listings: SEVERAL LARGE TRACTS located in Pond Mountain. Southern exposure, good views, road frontage. 10-11+ acre lots. Owner financ­ ing available. $75,000-$95,000 #154846-50 20+ ACRES with over 1.240 feet of trout stream frontage on Horse Creek. Fix-up farmhouse behind creek with great views of river. 2006 furnished mobile home stays with property. $313,000 #154873 ADJOINING PARCELS IN ASHE LAKE - corner location excel­ lent for mountain cabin. Close to pavefl state road for easy year-round access. Private wooded .44 acre setting. $9,500 #154926 153320. 59 ACRES - Fabulous tract of land with breathtaking long range views and river views. Fabulous creeks, springs and pond on the property. There are several great building sites for a large private family retreat or property had development potential. Motivated Seller! $500,000. J154954. INCREDIBLE VIEWS of the surrounding mountains. Gorgeous views of Phoenix Mountain and Little Phoenix Mountain. This building site is just min­ utes from Jefferson, West Jefferson and Shatley Springs Restaurant, yet offers a peaceful, quiet setting. $55,500. J155035. LOT 37 IN CAN AWAY - Canaway South Fork - New River Frontage - Lot 37 of Canaway offers 2.8 acres to build that fiver front dream home. Site and driveway have been graded from home site and has permit for a 3 bedroom home. $165,900. THIS IS ONLY A SMALL PORTION OF THE PROPERTIES WE OFFER FOR SALE. FOR COMPLETE LISTS, CALL OR COME BY OUR OFFICE IN WEST JEFFERSON. 154859. 5.05 ACRES ON BOGGS ROAD - Beautiful, secluded tract close to the river TO SEE MORE OF OUR LISTINGS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT TO SEE MORE OF OUR LISTINGS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT www.c21 heritagerealty.com www.c21heritagcrealty.com HERITAGE REALTY 336-246-2664 www.c21 hcritagerealty.com FREIDA BARKER wildlife. Property has river and mountain views. Very nice piece of already surveyed property. $225,000. RALPH REEVES PEGGY HOEFL MICK PHILUPS GLENN TAYLOR MARK BOWER JACK RIELIY « RICHARD EDMONDSON STEPHANIE DARNELL DAYNA PRICE 154879. 1.167 ACRES IN WALNUT HILL - Incredible views of the surrounding FRANCES GOOD HART mountains. Gorgeous views of Phoenix Mountain and Little Phoenix Mountain. This SHERMAN LEE. building site is just minutes from Jefferson, West Jefferson and Shatley Springs CALL 246-7455 FOR A COMPLETE LISTING OF LAND & HOME OFFERINGS. CALL TOLL-FREZ - 1-800-789-1312 Restaurant, yet offers a peaceful, quiet setting. $55,500. THIS IS ONLY A SMALL PORTION OF THE PROPERTIES WE OFFER FOR SALE. FOR COMPLETE LISTS, CALL OR COME BY OUR OFFICE IN WEST JEFFERSON. CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE: www.UCDogwoodRealty.com www.ALRE-BlueRidge.com OH SAY CAN YOU SEE - YES YOU CAN! From this beautiful, tastefully decorated 3 BR, 2 BA home w lover 2900 sq. ft. of htd. space. Features full fin. bsmt., custom cabinetry, Irg. master suite w/sitting area, intercom, security system, skylights, all appliances, 2 car det. garage w/bonus room & more. Easy access, great neighborhood & those long-range views are a Must see!!! $329,000 Oritur 21 "WE OFFER BUYER REPRESENTATION" and nestled in the woods. Perfect cabin site. Land lies very well and has abundant APSRICAN 1 m% j— Charming Mountain Homo Neavl, update. .1 bed,oMnHomc 1 Seattle SaeludaO Mountain Acr Act*, like •nvrnMam relr*.! •« —Hi* akoppMg oat MM Btm KM*. 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Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 (We accept personal check, Visa or MasterCard) 1 260-Garage/Yard Sales BIG YARD SALE Friday & Saturday June 29 & 30 140-Help Wanted (Friday 9:00 am) Charges Brand New Tables: Bob Timberlake, Southern Living & other new furniture. Tables $450 - $650. Call 336-982-4027 or 828-406-4539 STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem, NC Phone:336-768-1177 Res.:336-468-8802 Bill Shugart CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Rates depend on size of ad and number of runs. Please call Classified Dept. for information. 250-Furniture 100-General Services 143 Robin Lane. ATTENTION CNA I'S: PT and FT positions Take Beaver Creek available for Home Care in Ashe County. School Road from In­ gles, turn right on Premium Pav, Premi­ first road past Skat­ um Benefits with Mile­ ing Rink age and HEALTH IN­ SURANCE available Lots of Nice things, after 90 days. Call Dishes, glassware, Tammy Jones at (800) furnature, appliances, 790-7483 Toll Free. plus size ladies Do you enjoy working clothes and much with parents and chil­ more dren? Ashe Partner­ ship for Children is Early Birds Welcome! seeking 2 fulltime pa­ Incredible rent educators to work Multi-Family with parents in our liter­ Yardsale! acy program and our Mark your Calendar! home based parenting July 7th - 7 a.m. education program. Ed­ ucators will also offer Furniture, tables, parent education chairs, TVs, clothes, classes to. the public books, jewlery, and be responsible for dishes, household our awsome on-site and kitchen goods, Cooperative Play Cen­ exercise equipment, ter and play groups. A baby equipment, old four year degree in a stuff and antiques, related field is required. Christmas decora­ range is Salary $20,000 - $25,000. tions, everything un­ der the sun! Good benefits and ex­ cellent working condi­ 244 Luther Road tions. Apply at Employ­ (Road Beside Ashe ment Security Commis­ sion and fill out an ap­ Federal in Jefferson) Jefferson, N.C. plication and submit a Look for the Signs resume. YARD SALE Friday June 29 Saturday June 30 7 a.m. until ? Indoor/Outdoor 1 Furniture All kinds of household items Adult and kids clothes, toys, etc. Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax; (336) 846-7165 clan positions available NOW in the Ashe County area. One on one habilitative serv­ ices needed for clients e-mail: with various develop­ classified© mental disabilities. jeffersonpost.com HomeCare offers ex­ Web: cellent training and su­ www.Jeffersonpost.com pervision, offering up to $14.00 per hour for 30-Special certain cases and serv­ Notices ices. 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This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising lor legal estate which is in violation ol the law. Our readers are here by inlormed that all dwellings advertised In this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain ol discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 Location: 729 Shatley Rd. Crumpler, N.C. Just off of Hwy 16 N. •Mh'SiI:11»cfi KITS Are available at the Jefferson Post for purchase. Each kit includes: 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only S5.95 each VARD SALE Saturday, June 30 Current Chiropractic parking lot J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. 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AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 300Miscellaneous BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. 140-Room mates Wanted Room for Rent: Female w/ references. 10 mi­ nutes from Jefferson. $250 mo. utilities included. Call 982-4528. 336-877-2330 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2003 GMC Envoy SL. 94,500 (highway) miles. 4WD. New tires & brakes. Body great condition, dark blue, leather, sunroof, PDL, PB, PW. $12,500 OBO. Call 336 846-1657, Jonathan Jordan 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? 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For more information, please call Firefly Graphx at 336-982-5145 or email Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. tireflvcanoe & yahoo,com 1130-Remodeling 550-Real Estate Wanted Local Couple wishing to buy 20-100 acre farm w/ pastures. House & Outbuildings a plus. Must be no more than 20 minutes from Jefferson. Call 336-620-2390. Ashe County's only Mobile Homes by subscription Local Dealers newspaper - LOOKING TO BUY YOUR FIRST HOME?? Great package for first time buyer land home packages!! 336-973-4462 The Jefferson 3 bedroom, 2 bath Mobile home, located in Friendship Park, Jefferson, NC. $450 non-refundable deposit plus $450 for first month rent. No pets. Will also sell. Call 336982-5072 after 6 pm FOR HIRE 530-Lots & Acreage ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. the latest deals on Commercial Buildings for rent. West Jefferson, 3500 sq ft, all or 1/2.. Lansing -1100 sq ft. Call for details, 561-750-7512 1115Professionals Id:HJ:i[*r:!:tlkti WE GET ER DONE!! New land home doublewide and modulars Available now.... GOVERNMENT MAKES DOWN PAYMENT New Generation Homes 336-973-4462 Jefferson Post for LEARN TO BR1VE Post Free 3 wooden 32 inch outside doors with win­ dows. Taken off of an old house. Call 3843194. 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Ex­ ecutor of the Estate of Alice M. Huckman, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against said es­ tate to present them to the undersigned at 241 Smith Ridge Rd, West Jefferson, NC, 28694 on or before the 29th day of September, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All per­ sons indebteed to the estate will please make Auction June 30, 2007 10 a.m. 78.89-+ Acres in 3 Tracts Elk Creek—Grayson County, Va. 78.89-+ Atres in Beautiful Elk Creek—in 3 Tracts—Buy One or All Tract #1—25.06-+ Acres with an old restoreable home and large spring-fed pond. Tract #2—28.62 Acres—Wooded and Open Land with Streams and Beauti­ ful Views! Tract #3—25.20-+ Acres—Mostly Wooded & Great Views. Abudance of Wildlife—Turkey & Deer! TRACTOR -TRAILER TRAINING CENTERS To Show You This Outstanding Property, Sales Representatives will be on • FULL & PART-TIME • CLASSES property from 2-4 pm on June 24 or coll for appointment or brochure 276238-8373. Visit our website for photos & more information at www.alder- • CDL TRAINING • manauction.com. • FINANCING • AVAILABLE Directions—From Independence go Rt. 21 North 9.1 miles then turn right on Carsonville Rd., go 3.2 miles on Carsonville Rd. Turn left on Hines Branch Rd., go 1.2 miles on Hines Branch Rd. Then turn left on Morning Dove Lane into property. • JOB PLACEMENT • Announcements made day of sale take precedence over all printed material. Wytheville, LAND/HOME No CREDIT!!! Need a new job? House & 12 acres 4BD, town & gravity water, new windows & siding. Lg metal build­ ing & utility bdg in Lansing. $235,000 Call Bobby 336-3842328 or 620-8020 Check Out the 440-Offlces, Bldgs., For Rent/Lease or Sale DOUBLEWIDES, 1ST TIME HOME BUYERS QUICK APPROVAL 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 490-Houses / Apts. for Sale 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent NEW MODELS - 547 Clarence Lyall Road West Jefferson Let our Classified Ads go to work for You! Call us at 846-7164 For Sale: 1 year old very well built dog house, never used. Tan with Green shin­ gles. For small or medi­ um sized dog. Paid $100, sell for $40. Call 877-7845 Two inch space for the above costs. Kltchenware, Houseware, Clothes Fraser Fir Christmas Trees: Approximately 10,000. six to eight foot. For sale with time to get them out. 336-977-0153 330-Pets Virginia Alderman Auction and Associates, LLC 7338 (arrollton Pike, Galax, Va. 24333 276-238-8373 1-800-334-1203 Richard Alderman VAAL#422 NC #4119 www.alliancetractortrailsr.com 336-973-4462 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Ashe Body Shop NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE LANDS of ETHEL C. SHATLEY HEIRS JIM REEVES • VANNOY & REEVES, PLLC, ATTORNEYS 202 EAST MAIN STREET , P0 DRAWER 67, WEST JEFTERSON. NORTH CAROLINA 28694 (336)246-7172 - FAX (336)246-5966 • HmfiYiinioYiMlrttvti.com STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF ASHE JIM Reeves- VANNOV & Reeves, PLLC, ATTORNEYS 202 EAST MAIN STHIFT, P o DRAWER 67, WIST JIFHRSON, NORTH CAROUNA 28694 (336)246-7172 - FAX (336)246-5966 - jimOvannoyandrMVM.com STATE Of NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY of ASHE IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK File No. 07-SP-18 There is located on the above-described property a 2,491 sq. ft ranch style brick home containing 4 bedrooms, 2-1/2 bathrooms with a 2 car attached garage, two rear patios and storage building. Respondent. NOTICE OF SALE BEGINNING on an iron stake, the beginning corner of Tracts #6 and #7, and running South 5 West with J. W. Howell and Bower Taylor line, 261/4 poles to a stake at Howell's and Taylor's corner; thence N 83 E 10-1/4 poles to a stake; thence N 3-1/4 E 24-1/2 poles to a stake; thence N 86 W 9-2/5 poles to the BEGINNING. The above-described property is also SUBJECT to that certain Joint Right of Way Agreement which appears of record in the Ashe County Public Registry In Book 287, at page 1764, to which recorded instrument reference is hereby made for a complete description of said easement. There Is located on the above-described property a commercial building currently being used as a body shop. Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained in that certain deed of trust executed by Jeff Day and Damon Taylor as Partners of Ashe Body Shop, dated 26 February 1999 and recorded In the Ashe County Public Registry in Book 237, at pages 2181-2182, default having been made in the payment of the Indebtedness thereby secured, and said deed of trust being by the terms thereof subject to foreclosure, the undersigned will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, at the Courthouse door In Jefferson, North Carolina, at 2:00 o'clock p.m. on the 291* day of June, 2007, the lands conveyed in said deed of bust, the same lying and being in West Jefferson Township, Ashe County, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Bonnie Lynn Shatley, Lying and being in Jefferson Township, Ashe County, North Carolina, adjoining the lands of Bower Taylor, et al., and being Lot Number 8 of the J. W. Howell homeplace and more particularly described as follows: IN THE MATTER OF THE SALE OF LANDS OF JEFF DAY AND DAMON TAYLOR, dba ASHE BODY SHOP, Under foreclosure by Jimmy D. Reeves, Substitute Trustee AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Janet Karen Shatfey Wright and husband, Gerald Wright; Terry Michael Shatley and wife, Rita Shatley; and Tammie Kay Shatley Lazeau and husband, John Lazeau, Petitioners, Under and by virtue of an Order entered by the Clerk of the Superior Court of Ashe County In the above captioned special proceeding, the undersigned Commissioner wtll, on the 29th day of June, 2007 at 2:30 o'clock p.m., at the Courthouse In Jefferson, North Carolina, offer for sale to the highest bidder, for cash, pursuant to the Judicial sales procedures contained In Article 29A, § 1-339.1, et. scq., of the North Carolina General Statutes, the following described lands lying and being In Ashe County, North Carolina: IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 06-SP-33 Communications which appears of record In the Ashe County Public Registry In Book 286, at page 2243, to which recorded instrument reference is hereby made for a complete description of said easement. From East Jefferson, take Highway 16 North to United States Highway 221 and turn right onto 221, travel approximately 1/3 of a mile, house is on the left at 3209 United States Highway 221 North, Jefferson, North Carolina At the time of the sale, the highest bidder shall Immediately make a cash deposit In the amount of ten (10%) per cent of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty ($750) Dollars, whichever Is greater. BEGINNING at a planted Iron stake, a common com* of tha parcel of land herein conveyed with Yates and Howall and running N 30 deg. 17' 53" W 234.03 feet to an Iron stake, thence N 61 dag. 54' 36" E 276.42 feet to an Iron stake; thence 8 18 deg. 18' 25" E 283.30 feet to an Iron stake; thence S 76 deg. 05' 55" W 226.58 feet to the point of BEGINNING, containing approximately 1.2340 acree. And being the same land as described In and conveyed by that certain deed from Landmark Properties Inc. of Cary, Fred Brltt and wife, Beth Brltt to Ashe Body Shop, a North Carolina Partnership, dated 26 February 1998, and of record in the Ashe County Public Registry in Book 237, at pages 2179- 2180. This 21st day of May, 2007. Jimmy D. Reeves, Co-Commlssloner Tha above-described property Is SUBJECT to that certain Grant of Easement to Skybest DIRECTION? TO PROPERTY From West Jefferson travel Hwy. 88/194 toward the Smethport Community, turn right on Claybank Road and property Is located on the right at 170 Claybank Road. West Jefferson, NC 28694. At the time of sale, the highest bidder shall immediately make a cash deposit In the amount of five (5%) per cenl of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty ($750) Dollars, whichever is greater. This the 15th day of May. 2007. Jimmy D Reeves. Substitute Trustee �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY , JUNE 29, 2007 PAGE 7B Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals immediate payment to the undersigned the undersigned. the undersigned. the undersigned. This the 1st day of June, 2007. This the 6th day of June, 2007. This the 29th day of June, 2007. Sarah Elizabeth Hudler Executrix for the Estate of Carrie Hamby Hudler Carolyn K. Marmie Administrator for the Estate of Reeber Lee Kilby David J. Thompson Executor/Administrator for the Estate of Wanda King Thompson NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of Reeber Lee Kilby, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 1180 N Fork New River Rd, Lansing, NC 28643 on or before the 10th day of September, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to Having qualified as Ex­ ecutor of the Estate of Wanda King Thomp­ son, late of Ashe Coun­ ty, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 841 Moore Road, Lansing, NC, 28643 on or before the 29th day of September, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to This the 25th day of June, 2007. Ann Maine Smith Executor/Administrator for the Estate of Alice M. Huckman NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of Carrie Hamby Hudler, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 141 Cherry Hill Ridge, Jefferson, NC 28640 on or before the 10th day of September, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. 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Prices do not include tax, tag, title fees or $99 processing fee. All GM rebate and incentives applied to sale pnee. 0% for 36 months. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 52 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JP_2007_0629 Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C., June 29, 2007] Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a title="Jefferson Post" href="http://www.jeffersonpost.com" target="_blank">Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C.]</a> Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Newspapers Is Part Of A related resource in which the described resource is physically or logically included. <a title="Jefferson Post" href=" https://omeka.library.appstate.edu/collections/show/47" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Jefferson Post</a> Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant West Jefferson (N.C.) Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 18 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-06-29 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/9b97c611f1ccececea356fb7f3567332.pdf e12e3d7088f75a7e5f05d245e2cc5c31 PDF Text Text Tuesday July 3, 2007 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 wwwoeffersonpost.coni Volume 82, Issue 53 SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAKOLINA SINCE 1925 Ashe man to lead Blue Ridge Electric Lenoir, North Carolina (June 28, 2007) - The board of directors of Blue Ridge Electric Membership Cor­ poration recently elected a new slate of officers following the board's regu­ larly scheduled meeting held after the annual mem­ bership meeting on Saturday, June 9. Elected as pres­ ident was Kenneth Greene, of Ashe district, who has served on the board since 1988. Greene, who is partner in the Builder's Mart and Laurel Cus­ tom Homes, pre­ viously served as vice president and before that as secretary-trea­ surer. He replaces outgoing board president John Wood­ ruff, who retired from the board after serving 39 years and has served as president of the cooperative since 2002. Elected as vice president was Jeff Joines. Joines, of Caldwell district, previously served as secretary-treasurer and has been a member of the board since 1998. Joy Coffey, of Watauga district, Was elected as secretary treasurer. She has been a board member since 1996 and previ­ ously served as assis­ tant secretary-trea­ surer. Charity Gambill director-at-large, was' elected as assistant secretary-treasurer. Gambill resides in Alleghany County and has been a board member since 1976. Blue Ridge Electric is a member-owned cooperative serving some 70,000 members in Caldwell, Watauga, Ashe, Alleghany, Wil­ kes, Avery and Alex­ ander counties. Its wholly owned subsid­ iary, Blue Ridge En­ ergies, provides propane and other heating fuels to residen­ tial and commercial custom­ ers from offices in Conover, Lenoir, Boone, West Jefferson and Sparta. Lightning shuts airport Photo by Tom Fowler Damage caused by a lightning strike shut Ashe County Airport for the weekend. Repairs were continuing Monday and the airport was scheduled to re-open Tuesday. Arts Council welcomes Blue Ridge Chamber Players The Ashe County Arts Council is pleased to welcome back the Blue Ridge Cham­ ber Players to the Gallery of the Ashe Arts Center. This is the fifth visit by the Chamber Players to Ashe County. The concert will be at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 5. The concert will feature Sonata no.l in D Mqjor by G. Telemann, a composer in Germany in the late 18th cen­ tury. Telemann was especially will include all six selections. ty of the Blue Ridge Moun­ prolific in the field of chamber Originally written for piano, tains. The players include a music, providing a quantity of this arrangement of the Suite large diverse group of classi­ compositions for solo instru­ has been transcribed for harp, cal musicians that perform ments and works for various flute and cello. The program together depending on the groups of instruments, duos, will feature other selections repertoire. The featured per­ trios, quartets and quintets. by C. Saint-Saens, and S. formers for this performance include: Monica Boboc, Shir­ This quintet in D is an ex­ Rachmaninoff. The Blue Ridge Chamber ley Gilpin, Dr.Tatiana Karpoample of his chamber music for diverse instruments in­ Players are headquartered VjBi, Nick Lampo, Mary Lowder cluding1 fiute, violin, viola, pi­ in Charlotte, and hAve come add Betsey Sesleh Violinist Monica Boboc was ano and cello. The Children's together to perform chamber orn in Romania in 1968. She Corner Suite by C. Debussy music and celebrate the beaugave her first performance as a soloist with a professional orchestra at the age of 14 and completed her musical stud­ ies at the Bucharest Music Conservatory, where she was later appointed Assistant Professor in Chamber Music. Boboc was a member of the Colorado Music Festival Or­ chestra, Concertmaster of the Evansville Philharmonic Or- BLUE RIDGE \ CHAMBER PLAYERS chestra and a member of the Montclair String Quartet.She joined her husband, Concertmaster Calin Lupano, in the Charlotte Symphony in 2004. Shirley Gilpin studied flute at Oberlin Conservatory, Hartt College and the Manhattan School of Music (M.M.). She has taught at Davidson Col­ lege, Winthrop University and presently Queens University of Charlotte. She was a fulltime member of the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra (CSO) for 28 years and currently serves as a musician-educator with the CSO Education and Outreach Department. Dr. Tatiana Karpova is a former member of the Moscow Philharmonic Orchestra and is currently first violinist with the Charlotte Symphony. She has participated in a number of international competitions and won second prize in the 1988 Oistrach competition. She received her D.M.A. from the Gnessin Institute of Music See Chamber, page 5 Power ready for festival by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor When the Christmas in July Festival moved from its origi­ nal location in West Jefferson along Jefferson Avenue and East Main Street to Second Avenue or "the back street," there was a dilemma—not enough electricity for the ven­ dors. Part of the problem was solved by limiting the festival to daytime hours so vendors would not need lights. But there was still an electrical need for the food vendors. A new member of the festi­ val committee came forward with his extensive expertise to design a mobile electrical unit capable of serving the food vending equipment. Don Nor­ wood spent many hours solv­ ing the problem so that the festival's new location would work for last year's 20th an­ Photo courtesy of Richard Kirrstetter niversary. It worked, but he Lansing resident Richard Kirrstetter, far right, represented the Lansing Volunteer Fire and knew a better, more perma­ Rescue Department and Ladder 33, Engine 75 FDNY, his former firehouse in the Bronx, New nent system was needed. York recently In Charleston, South Carolina at the funeral of Captain William Hutchinson Just in time for this year's of Engine 19. Kirrstetter presented a wreath on behalf of the two departments to Engine festival, Norwood and Wilkes 17 of the Charleston Fire Department to honor the nine fallen firefighters. The Lansing Fire Community College instruc­ Department and the New York Fire Department will be sending donations to The Fallen tor Chris Bare, with guidance Firefighters Fund to benefit the families of the firefighters who made the supreme sacrifice. from Ashe County Building "What happened In Charleston on Monday, June 18 is a tragic reminder of danger faced by Inspector Jeff Cornett and firefighters, professional or volunteer," said Kirrstetter. "Our thoughts and prayers are with West Jefferson town staff, the families of the fallen firefighters." along with connection by Blue Lansing VFD honors fallen firefighters Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@j«ffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpo8t.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com New phone number for high school Even though school is officially out for the summer, the doors to several Ashe County schools are wide open with activity, from summer school and sports and technology camps to construction and operation­ al projects, including improvements to their commu­ nications services and systems. The school system has been working with SkyBest Communications on several telecommunications-related enhancements at the schools in the past few years, and the latest projects have included local service and new phone and paging systems for the high school and a campus wireless network for all five schools in the county. Don Norwood, left, and Chris Bare look over the new electrical hookup system installed in West Jefferson's Back Street Park to serve the park as well as the Christmas in July Festival, coming this weekend to Second Avenue. Norwood designed the unique system. Ridge Electric, all worked together to complete a new electrical system enclosed in a cabinet that protects outlets and circuit breakers from the weather and can be locked for security. The idea for this cabi­ net was that it be a resource for the new Back Street Park as well as the Christmas in July Festival. "The concept was to put it By changing local service providers, the Ashe County High School is getting a new telephone num­ ber. To help make the transition a bit easier, only the prefix number will change, so instead of 246-2400, the new number will be 846-2400. The new number is effective July 1, and SkyBest is helping to make the public (and especially school parents) aware of the school's new number through its customer news­ letter, news releases to local media and other school communications. Along with local service, the school chose a Voiceover-IP (VoIP) telephone system. This system is feature-rich with voice mail and seven-digit numbers for every phone extension. A combination of the all in a cabinet," Norwood said of the hookups needed for fes­ tival food vendors as well as musicians and performers for the stage planned at the Back Street Park. "I talked to Chris about it. He's great to bounce ideas off of. And I talked to Jeff Cornett (Ashe County's chief building inspector), who See Power, page 5 new system and ISDN/PRI, a special interface, will allow each phone to have a unique 911 address. An emergency call placed from any phone throughout the school's facilities will deliver the caller's exact location to the dispatcher. The school previously did not have either voice mail or direct-dial numbers assigned to most of the phones in the building. The school's new paging system is designed especially for school environments and will provide broader coverage, reaching areas that did not have paging access previously. The paging system is inte­ grated with the phone system, which means SkyBest as the single provider will maintain both phone and paging systems. �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, JULY 3, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Clara Osborne Elliott Lansing June 19, 1930 June 22, 2007 Mrs. Clara Osborne El­ liott of 11324 Hwy 194 North, Lansing, NC, passed away at Watauga Medical Center, Fri­ day, June 22, 2007 (less than a week after her 77th birth­ day) from a bout with pancre­ atic cancer. Clara was born June 19,1930 in Akron, Ohio, to Reeves and Lura Greer Os­ borne. A viewing was held at Boone Family Chapel on Sun­ day, June 24, from 7 til 9 p.m. The funeral and burial were conducted Monday, June 25, 2007, by pastors Julian Owen and Lloyd Day at Boone Fam­ ily Funeral Home with intern­ ment at Ashelawn Memorial Gardens. She worked at Sprague Electric (United Chemi-Con) for 27 years. When she left, she was serving as purchas­ ing agent. Billy Todd (Bill) Colvard Laurel Springs September 23, 1936 June 21, 2007 Mr. Billy Todd (Bill) Colvard, age 70, of Laurel Springs died Thursday, June 21, 2007, at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem. A memorial service was held on Saturday, June 23, 2007, at 6 p.m. at Boone Fam­ ily Funeral Home with Rev. Keith Franklin and Brandon Dillard officiating. The family received friends from 5 to 6 p.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home, one hour prior to the memorial service. Mr. Colvard was born on Wednesday, September 23, Sharon Reedy Thompson Rugby, Va. August 5 , 1954 June 22, 2007 Mrs. Sharon Reedy Thomp­ son, age 52,of Rugby,Va., went home to be with her Lord and Saviour, June 22, 2007 at her home. She was born August 5, 1954 in Ashe County, N.C., to Bertha Sadler Reedy and the late Jesse Reedy. She was a nurse at Margate Health and Rehabilitation Center in Jef­ ferson, N.C. She was honored for her dedication to nursing with the North Carolina LPN of the Year award in 1997. She attended Volney Baptist Church. Besides her father, she was preceded in death by her twin brother, Garon Reedy, and a nephew, Douglas Campbell. She is survived by her husband, David Thompson of the home; her mother, Bertha Reedy of the home; a daugh­ ter, Beverly Talley and her husband Steve of State Road, James Brack (J.B.) Huddler Independence, Va. Died June 26, 2007 Mr. James Brack "J. B." Huddler, age 87, passed away Tuesday night, June 26, 2007 at the Grayson Nursing and Rehab Center in Indepen­ dence, Virginia. Funeral services will be held at 11 am Saturday, June 30, at Healing Springs Bap­ tist Church by Rev. David Blackburn. Burial will follow in the Chestnut Hill United Methodist Church Cemtery with military rites. The fam­ ily will receive friends from 6:00 til 8:00 pm Friday, June 29, at Boone Family Funeral Home. She was a longtime, faith­ ful member of Tuckerdale Baptist Church. Clara enjoyed garden­ ing, canning (not too much), working in her flowers and reading. She was known for her ability to take care of her family and friends. She never forgot a birthday, which al­ ways included a card and gift. Her meals were fit for a king, and her sage advice over the years helped keep her flock on the straight and narrow (more or less). She was indeed a devot­ ed and loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She was preceded in death by her sister, Ruthie, and brother, Boyd. Clara is survived by her husband of 56 years, Oscar Worth Elliott; four children and spouses: Durwin and Wanda Elliott of Sheridan, Wyoming, Kassia and Lars Nance of Carrboro, NC, Kelwin and Kam Elliott of Ham­ ilton, Montana, and Nolan and Susie Elliott of Eagle River, Alaska; six grandchil­ dren: Celena, Heather, Seth, Samantha, Dashel and Kinley, as well as three great­ grandchildren. She is also survived by two brothers, Marvin and Rex Os­ borne, both of West Jefferson, along with nieces and neph­ ews. Flowers may be sent or memorials make to the Tuck­ erdale Baptist Church. 1936 to the late Bernard and Cora Bare Colvard. He was preceded in death by a broth­ er, Benny Bernard Colvard, on July 5, 2005, and by a sis­ ter, Madge Little. He is survived by: his wife, Jean Colvard of the home; a daughter, Stacey Dillard and husband Brandon of Jeffer­ son; a brother, Bobby Colvard of Laurel Springs; two sis­ ters, Margie Frost of Atlanta, Georgia, and Marie Neal of Kernersville; two grandsons, Hunter and Kabel Dillard, both of Jefferson. Several nieces and nephews also sur­ vive. The family requests that memorials be made to: The American Cancer Society, do Renea Adams, 372 Oscar D$v Road, Jefferson, NC 28640. N.C.; a granddaughter, Gracie Talley of State Road, N.C.; a brother, Bob Reedy and wife, Sheila, of Rugby, Va.; two sis­ ters-in-law, Stella Campbell and husband Price of Lan­ sing, N.C., and Thelma Miller and husband Stanley of West Jefferson, N.C.; and one niece, Marie Roark and her husband Bryan of Hickory, N.C. The family received friends June 24,2007, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Volney Baptist Church. A memorial service was held on Monday, June 25,2007, at Vol­ ney Baptist Church, Volney, Va., at 11 a.m. The Reverends Doug Halsey and Rex Hall of­ ficiated and Charles Talley of­ ficiated the Memorial Service. Internment was at Corinth Cemetery, Rugby, Va. Memorial contributions may be made to the Build­ ing Fund of Volney Baptist Church, Atten: Glenna Ruth­ erford, 639 Volney Road, Mouth of Wilson, VA, 24363. Arrangements by ReinsSturdivant Funeral Home of Independence, Va. Mr. Huddler is survived by: 2 sons: Jimmy Dale Huddler of Charlotte, NC and Michael Huddler of Jefferson, Geor­ gia. 1 daughter, Brenda Taylor of Sparta, NC. Also surviving, 6 grandchildren: Dale Hud­ dler, Jeff Huddler, Matthew Huddler, Craig Taylor, Kevin Taylor and Meagan Huddler. 7 great-grandchildren sur­ vive including Cody Huddler, Macie Huddler, Nate Tay­ lor, Addison Huddler, Caden Huddler, Matthew Huddler and Davis Huddler. Mr. Huddler was born July 10, 1919 in Ashe County to James L. and Sallie Parlier Huddler. He was a mainte­ nance mechanic for the Park Service. He served in the Army during World War II. officiating. Burial followed in the Brooks Cemetery. The family received friends from 6 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, June 23, 2007, at Boone Fam­ ily Funeral Home. Mr. Brooks was born in Watauga County on Thurs­ day, July 20, 1990 to Charles Brooks and Jane Eller Brooks. He attended Ashe County High School. He is survived by his par­ ents, Charles and Jane Eller Brooks, of Lansing; three brothers, Larry Brooks, Dan­ iel Brooks and wife, Lori, and Chad Brooks, all of Lansing; a sister, Nicole Brooks, of Lansing; two nieces, Teagan Brooks and Tyler Brooks; sev­ eral uncles, aunts and cousins also survive. Flowers accepted or me­ morials may be made to the family, c/o Daniel Brooks, 1314 Big Horse Creek Road, Lansing, NC 28643. Travis Vernon Brooks Lansing July 20, 1990 June 21, 2007 Mr. Travis Vernon Brooks, age 16, of Lansing, died Thursday, June 21, 2007 in an auto accident. Funeral services were held on Sunday, June 24, 2007, at 2 p.m. at Tuckerdale Bap­ tist Church with Rev. Julian Owen, Rev. Wayne Osborne and Rev. Dwight Shepherd Steve Riley Baldwin Barry Evan Price Sunday, June 24, at 4 p.m. at Rock Creek Baptist Church by Rev. Anthony Roark. The fam­ ily received friends from 2 un­ til 4 p.m. prior to the funeral service at the church. Mr. Price is survived by two sons, Cody and Luke Price; two daughters, Tera and Ginny Price; two brothers, Thom­ as Price of Troutdale, Va., and Davey Price of Konnarock,Va.; and his step-grandfather, Rev. Wayne Roark of Creston. Creston March 12,1970 June 21, 2007 Barry Evan Price, age 37, of Creston, passed away Thurs­ day morning, June 21, 2007. Mr. Price was born March 12, 1970 in Ashe County to Howard Mahala and Julie Ann Price. He was a sawmill worker in the timber busi­ ness. Funeral services were held Minnie Belle Greer McCoy I Sandra McCoy of Lansing, NC; three brothers, Howard Greer of Warrensville, NC, Wayne Greer of Jefferson, NC and Worth Greer of Avondale, Pa.; a sister, Lulabelle Home of Granite Falls, NC; a special friend, Ashley Steelman; nine grandchildren, one great-grandchild; and several nieces and nephews. Flowers will be appreci­ ated or memorials may be made to: High Country Healthcare System Hospice PO Box 421 Jefferson, NC 28640 Sugar Grove Baptist Church c/o Belinda McCoy 756 D. East Big Springs Rd. Lansing, NC 28643 You may send your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. ASHEVILLE—The Na­ tional ParkService announced Friday that FRIENDS of the Blue Ridge Parkway, Inc. (FRIENDS) has received a grant for $7,000 to hire a part-time FRIENDS' volun­ teer coordinator to support the Youth Volunteers in the Parks (YVIP) Program. A re­ quirement of the Community Foundation Western North Carolina grant is a commu­ nity match to ensure that the position is fully funded. FRIENDS will reach out to the Asheville business com­ munity to contribute a mini­ mum of $10,000 in matching funds in order to fulfill grant requirements and provide supplies and materials for the program. This part-time coordinator will work with Parkway personnel to de­ velop youth group projects and then recruit volunteer groups to implement them. The program aims to involve youth in activities promot­ ing natural and cultural re­ source stewardship along the Blue Ridge Parkway and will target a wide variety of youth organizations in west­ ern North Carolina. Susan Jackson Mills, Ph.D., Executive Director of FRIENDS of the Blue Ridge Parkway, Inc. explained that it is FRIENDS conviction that "ultimately, the protec­ tion of the natural environ­ ment will be in the hands of our youth. More is needed than education -- youth need to be exposed to experiences that help preserve and pro­ tect the Parkway's natural resources. The Youth Volun­ teers in Parks (YVIP) Pro­ gram does this, while inspir­ ing lifelong stewardship and conservation ethics in our To Place an Order Call the Store Above or Call 1-800-247-2615 www.farleysfishfarm .com FARLEY & FARLEY FISH FARM Cash, Arkansas 72421 Seniors' Health Insurance Information Program the expense. Unfortunately, this selling point is not al­ ways true. Medicare has very clear regulations about what is and is not covered when it comes to durable medical equipment (DME), including scooters. Examples of DME include walkers, wheelchairs, — both motorized and manual— oxy­ gen and oxygen equipment, dialysis supplies, canes, crutches, diabetic shoes, hos­ pital beds and other items that are needed for in-home use. Another piece of DME that is often ordered for a beneficiary is a lift chair; if it is medically necessary, Medi­ care will pay for 80 percent of the lift motor, but it will not pay for the actual chair. If a Medicare beneficiary is in need of DME, a physi­ cian must write a prescrip­ tion for the specific piece of equipment. Further, some­ times doctors must complete a special certificate of medi­ cal necessity that verifies the need for the equipment. The beneficiary must then receive approval. Also, Medicare typically youth." Superintendent of the Blue Ridge Parkway, Phil Francis, adds that "It is for long-term sustainability and the future of both Western North Caro­ lina and the Blue Ridge Park­ way that FRIENDS is focus­ ing on the next generation of young people to protect and preserve the Parkway. We are excited about the poten­ tial this grant opportunity offers." FRIENDS has a success­ ful history of working with youth volunteers through its successful Viewshed Restora­ tion projects where seedlings and mature trees are planted cent. The company supplying the DME should be familiar with what Medicare will and will not cover and with Medi­ care's coverage guidelines and criteria. In addition to Medicare's requirements, SHIIP (Se­ niors' Health Insurance In­ formation Program) encour­ ages people with Medicare to consider the following prior to purchasing or renting a POV: • Does your condition re­ quire a wheelchair to maneu­ ver in your home? • Do you have difficultly operating a manual wheel­ chair? • Can you safely operate the controls of a POV? • Can you safely transfer in and out of the POV? • Do you have adequate trunk stability to safely ride in the POV? If you have any questions about what Medicare will and will not pay for under Durable Medical Equipment, contact SHIIP at 1-800-4439354. You may also contact 1800-MEDICARE (1-800-6334227) for specific coverage and claims questions. to buffer the commercial and residential developments that encroach on the scenic Parkway views. Over the past two years, more than 700 FRIENDS volunteers planted 1000 trees, with 30 percent of the volunteers be­ ing young people. FRIENDS, a nonprofit Parkway partner organiza­ tion for 19 years, raises funds to support various Parkway programs and administer volunteer programs and proj­ ects as well. For more infor­ mation please call 540-3896804 or contact Susan_Mills@ friend8brp.org. or www.BlueRidgeFRIENDS.org. Breathe... Don't Burn! Smoke from outdoor burning pollutes the air and is unhealthy to breathe. IT'S ILLEGAL TO BURN; WANT TO BUY • Garbage, paper and cardboard •Tires and other rubber products •Building materials, including lumber •Wire, plastics and synthetic materials •Asphalt shingles and heavy oils •Paints, household and agricultural chemicals •Buildings and other structures •Anything when air quality forecast is Code Orange or Red LOGS, STANDING TIMBER 0RTIMBERLAND For air quality forecasts, call 1 (888) 784-6224 or visit www.ncair.org. Leaves, branches and other yard trimmings can be burned, if no public pickup is available and you follow DAQ guidelines. Open burning to clear vegetation from land or rights-of-way may be allowed, provided, provided that: •Prevailing winds are away from built up areas and roads •Fires are at least 1,000 feet away from occupied buildings •Burning is done on the site of origin, between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. FRIDAY, JULY 13 West Jefferson - Southern States 12:00 - 1:00 P.M., Phone 336-246-3201 will not pay for a "top-of-the line DME like a walker or POV; instead Medicare pays for the basic product that will provide you the ability to move around safely and eas­ ily- Typically Medicare pays 80 percent of the approved amount for these items, while the person with Medicare pays the remaining 20 per- Parkway Friends receives large grant FISH FOR POND STOCKING Delivery will be: Lately, it's almost impos­ sible to watch television without seeing commercials advertising motorized wheel­ chairs or scooters targeting seniors or people with disabil­ ities. Regardless of the brand of power-operated vehicle (POV) advertised, one of the selling points is always the same — Medicare will cover 25, 2007, at UNC Memorial Hospital. He was born in Ashe County, and was survived lo­ cally by his brother, Vaughn Crick Baldwin and wife Irene of Jefferson. Moncure, N.C. August 28, 1950 June 25, 2007 Steve Riley Baldwin, 56, of Moncure, died Monday, June Lansing June 2, 1933 June 28, 2007 Mrs. Minnie Belle Greer McCoy, age 74 of Lansing, died Thursday, June 28, 2007 at her home. Mrs. McCoy was born June 2, 1933 in Ashe County to the late Roy and Vina Calhoun Greer. Funeral services were held Sunday at 11 a.m. at Sugar Grove Baptist Church by Rev. Larry Shepherd and Rev. Jim Greer. Burial followed in the Perry Cemetery. The family received friends from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, June 30, at Badger Funeral Home. Mrs. McCoy is survived by: her husband, Richard "Rock" McCoy; six sons, Jimmy Mc­ Coy and wife Belinda, Marvin McCoy and wife Debra, Keith, Michael, Jeffery and Rich­ ard Jr. better know as "Flat Rock" and wife Teresa all of Lansing, NC; a daughter: Medicare coverage and durable medical equipment MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 Burn permits Issued by the N.C. Division of Forest Resources or other agents do not excuse a person from following air quality rules. For more information, contact: 1 (877) OPEN BURN www.ncair.org 1 (877) 673-6287 Winston-Salem Regional Office Division of Air Quality 585 Waughtown Street Winston-Salem, NC 27107 (336) 771-5000 (This ad paid for by a violator of the open burning law.) �JEFFERSOM COMMUNITY NEWS £OST PAGE 3 TUESDAY, JULY 3, 2007 News about local students to excel and realize their full potential. Through briefings and discussions with national and international leaders in the fields of study and real­ istic, hands-on simulations, students experience leader­ ship in action and learn first­ hand about the complexities of decision-making in a cho­ sen field or profession. For more information, visit www.lead-america.org. Scholarships Holly Stephens WASHINGTON, D.C.— Holly Stephens, a student at Ashe County High School, has been selected to attend the 2007 Congressional Stu­ dent Leadership Conference, sponsored by LeadAmerica, at Bentley University in Boston, Mass. The CSLC is a collegeaccredited invitational lead­ ership program for academi­ cally talented and promising young leaders from across the United States and inter­ nationally. Exceptional high school students with a record of academic achievement and extracurricular or community involvement are invited to participate. Students select an academ­ ic area to study, choosing from among Government and Poli­ tics, Engineering and Robot­ ics, Global Business and Entrepreneurship, Intelligence, Diplomacy and National Se­ curity, Diplomacy and Inter­ national Affairs, Junior War College, Aviation and Aero­ space, Crime Scene Investi­ gation, Theatre Arts, Law and Trial Advocacy, and Medicine and Healthcare. Or they may attend Leadership Univer­ sity, an in-depth, intensive leadership development con­ ference for young leaders who want to challenge themselves Shannon Congratulations Caitlin Garn, Sierra Phipps, Dani­ elle Calhoun, Emily Gamble, and Andrea Cheek on being selected to receive an Ashe County Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarships in the amount of $2,000! This is a scholar­ ship established by the Ashe County Commissioners. Bennett The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi is pleased to annlunce that Shannon Bennett was recently initiated into the Phi Kappa Phi Chapter at Appalachian State Uni­ versity, where she is studying Elementary Education with a O concentration in Social Stud­ ies. Founded in 1897 at the University of Maine, Phi Kappa Phi is the nation's old­ est, largest and most selective all-discipline honor society. The society has chapters on nearly 300 campuses in the United States, Puerto Rico and the Philippines. Membership in Phi Kappa Phi is by invitation and re­ quires nomination and ap­ proval by a chapter. Only the top 10 percent of seniors and 7.5 percent of juniors, having at least 72 semester hours, are eligible for membership. Mrs. Bennett is also a re­ cipient of Appalachian State s Junior/Senior Scholarship and the Prospective Teacher Scholarship of North Caro­ lina. Mrs. Bennett resides in Lansing with her husband Eric and sons Austin and Chase. ce Garry Elliott Lonnie F. 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Congress has justified its trip to the basement by a session marked with poor leadership and a refusal to move forward on many key issues. To date, there has been much "sound and fury, signifying nothing," to bor­ row from the Bard. In 2006, the American people handed the Senate and House over to the Democrats after 12 years of GOP domination. There was a clear sense the nation as a whole was weary of the country's course and sent a mandate for change. The Republican Revolution, so dramatic and hopeful in 1994, had run its course— as all such periods, of any party, eventually do. But in spite of much talk, the Democratic leadership has failed to deliver—and has had to watch as their popularity has dropped, and along with it public confi­ dence. There was no ques­ tion last November that the Iraq War was a driv­ ing factor behind the GOP defeat. There was equally no question that a major­ ity of Americans wanted a change of direction and hoped to see movement to the "Iraqization" of the con­ flict and either immediate or gradual withdrawal of American forces. To date, the best the Democrats have mustered is some "non-bind­ ing" resolutions that have accomplished nothing. The collapse of the immigration reform bill is yet another defeat for both the president and the Democratic leadership. The result—whether you opposed the bill or support­ ed it—is that nothing will happen until at least 2009. That cannot be good, and represents more evidence of failed leadership by both parties. What seems to be hin­ dering the new leadership in Congress, is a linger­ ing fear of making people mad. We recall a line from the play 1776, in which John Adams, frustrated by Congress' nitpicking on the wording of the Declaration of Independence* declares, "This is a revolution. We're going to have to make some­ body angry!" Until the Democrats in Congress are willing to fear­ lessly embrace the agenda which they were elected to carry out, they will contin­ ue to lag in the polls and public confidence in them will diminish further. They are "going to have to make somebody angry"—or angry voters will turn them out. ^5 Pos Jefferson Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc.,. P.O.. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Production Manager/Webmaster Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Office Manager Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Linda Burchette Kelly Elliott Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Sandra Osborne Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. PAGE 4 TUESDAY, JULY 3, 2007 Reagan's legacy To the Editor: Virtually every significant problem facing the American people today can be traced back to the Reagan adminis­ tration. It's a list of sadness and disaster that has us star­ ing apocalypse in the eye. Our corrupt society prefers image over reality. Many Americans need to believe in a happyface version of our nation and reject reality as unpatriotic. Some think Reagan was a great president where in fact he was only a success­ ful salesman. Reagan was able to sell to the American people a flood of poisonous policies. He made Americans feel good about acting against their best interests. It isn't the lies that kill us, but the myths, and Reagan was a great myth-maker. Journal­ ism today is a joke because of Reagan's deregulation poli­ cies. The Fairness Doctrine ensured that information we receive came from a wide va­ riety of sources and perspec­ tives. Reagan's annihilated the Fairness Doctrine, open­ ing the door for a few megacorporations to own journal­ ism. Today GE owns three of the most-watched news chan­ nels. This company profits from every war we fight, but somehow is trusted to tell the truths of war. The deregulation policies of Reagan didn't just deliver journalism to these corpora­ tions, but gave much of our lives to the privileged few.The air we breathe, the water we drink, the food we eat are all polluted because Reagan de­ stroyed every environmental regulation he found so corpo­ rations could profit. Our lead­ ers are wholly-owned subsid­ iaries of the corporations that were made all-powerful by Reagan's deregulation craze. Reagan said he believed in ... INDEPENDENCE D M Letters to the Editor small government, but grew government massively dur­ ing his time. Social programs which protected the weakest of our citizens were gutted by Reagan's policies. Reagan was able to do this by caricatur­ ing the "welfare queen," who punched out babies by the barn load, drove the flashy car bought with tax dollars, and refused to work. Reagan couldn't be both­ ered to fund research into "gay cancer," so AIDS grew. The aftershocks for people whose homosexuality was judged evil by religious con­ servatives cannot be over­ stated. The veneer of honor and respect of Reagan's legacy is a myth of biblical proportions. The coverage of Reagan's legacy seldom men­ tions bad behavior until the Iran/Contra scandal appears. By the end of his regime some 138 Reagan administration Icials had been convicted, indicted or investigated for misconduct and/or criminal activities. Some of those offi­ cials are with us today, "reha­ bilitated" by Genghis bush. Reagan supported the re­ gimes of the worst. He sup­ ported South Africa where apartheid was the way to run society. Reagan support­ ed the Iraqi regime despite Saddam's record of atrocity. Reagan helped the Iraqi's use chemical weapons against Iran. Bacterial agents were sent to Iraq by Reagan. Rea­ gan sent Rumsfeld to Iraq to shake Saddam's hand and assure him that, despite pub­ lic condemnation of the use of those chemical weapons, Reagan still considered him a friend and ally. This hap­ pened while Reagan was sell­ ing weapons to Iran. Reagan organized an army of Islamic fundamentalists in Afghanistan to fight the Russians. Osama Bin Laden became a spiritual leader of this action. Bin Laden and his people were armgd^ fund-, ed and trained by Regan who helped teach Osama that ii is possible to bring a superpow­ er to its knees. In 1998, two American em­ bassies in Africa were blown up by bin Laden using Semtex sent by Reagan. In 2001, bin Laden used men who be­ came skilled with the help of Reagan. Today many have died in the invasion and oc­ cupation of Iraq, a war that came to be because Reagan helped manufacture both Saddam Hussein and bin Laden. Those who worship Reagan see him as the man who defeated communism, and made Americans feel good about themselves after Vietnam. The legacy of Reagan dem­ onstrated by his question, "Are you better off now than you were four years ago?" is easy to answer. We are a badly damaged state, ruled today by a man who subsists off Reagan's most corrosive final gift to us all: It's the im­ age that matters, and truth be dammed. Craig Dudley Turnabout is far, far away from fair play RALEIGH - In this case, turnabout is far, far away from fair play. The magazine U.S. News reports that many colleges and universities are "reject­ ing women at rates drastical­ ly higher than those for men." Once upon a time, preferring men over women in college admissions would have been considered unjust discrimina­ tion - and in government-run institutions at least, illegal. Now, with affirmative-action extremism gone amok, tipping the scales in favor of male applicants is considered pro­ gressive among many leaders of American academia. The problem, for those who keep score of such things, is that for many institutions of higher education a meritbased admissions system would result in significantly more women than men on campus. For a variety of rea­ sons, the pool of young women applying to American colleges today is, on average, better prepared and more impres­ sive than is the pool of young men. For one thing, girls perform better in grade school. The fe­ male-male gap grows during the high-school years. It isn't just academics - the girls also waste less time watching TV, playing video games, mis­ behaving, and honing their athletic prowess (which is fun and good exercise but only a ticket to future academic and profes­ sional op­ portuni­ ties for a very few). Girls participate more in extracurricular activities that col­ leges val­ ue, such the demand for skilled la­ bor and consequent female demand for college educa­ tion) and liberalizing social attitudes. By 1980, men and women were on campus in about equal numbers. Now, nearly 60 percent of college students are female and that's after many institu­ tions have intervened to give males a big advantage in the John Hood admissions process.The scaletipping isn't evident every­ where. The most elite schools, as the arts. How disproportionate is such as the Ivy League and the freshman class these the Dukes and Stanfords, days? The trends are interest­ don't resort to discriminating ing. During the early 20th cen­ against women because they tury, the numbers of men and get strong applicants of both women in college weren't all flavors in roughly equal pro­ that different - and, of course, portions. But in the next tier, both were tiny percentages of admissions without regard to the overall population. How­ sex would typically result in ever, the two groups had very 55-45 splits, with 60-40 splits different opportunities. Most fairly common and larger dis­ of the female students were proportions entirely possible in colleges of education, nurs­ at some campuses. Can't have that. The di­ ing, or other programs pre­ paring them for traditionally versity argument - that the female occupations. The op­ quality of education is sig­ portunities for men were far nificantly determined by sex­ more numerous (a condition ual and racial bean-counting that, to the extent it reflect­ - has triumphed in academia. ed archaic assumptions and Originally, affirmative action prejudices, made everyone in didn't simply mean giving society worse off). After World preferences to members of War II, the GI Bill propelled a groups disadvantaged by past large number of men into col­ discrimination. In the broad­ lege, shifting the percentage est sense, it meant seeking heavily in their direction. But to overcome the vestiges of during the 1960s and 1970s, discrimination by making the gap shrank, thanks to in­ aggressive efforts to recruit creasing economic returns to from those groups - be it for education (which increased admissions, contracts, or jobs Contact your representatives Senate Washington Sen. Elizabeth Dole 555 Dirksen Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 (202) 224-6342 Sen. Richard Burr 217 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, DC, NC 20510 Phone: (202) 224-3154 House of Representatives Rep. Virginia Foxx 430 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 phone: 202-225-2071 Raleigh Senate Sen. Steve Goss 1118 Legislative Building, 16 W. Jones St. Raleigh, NC 27601-2808 Phone: (919) 733-5742 House of Representatives Rep. Cullie Tarleton 2221 Legislative Building, 16 W. Jones St. Raleigh, NC 27601-1096 919-733-7727 - and making investments at earlier stages, such as im­ proving K-12 education, that would yield better applicants in the future. Final decisions were still to be made on the basis of individual character­ istics and performance, not membership in any particu­ lar group. As a devotee of individual liberty, I don't want the gov­ ernment telling educational institutions what to do. In­ deed, I have no problem with single-sex schools and col­ leges, which may well be ex­ cellent settings for particular students who would other­ wise fall through the cracks. But I do find it more than a little unsettling that the very 60s radicals who used to pro­ test the patriarchy are now running America's universi­ ties and denying admission to promising applicants because they are women. It's another example of how "progressives" aren't, in the end, very progressive. John Hood is president of the John Locke Foundation and publisher of CarolinaJournal.com. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of com­ munity interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verification pur­ poses. Only the writer's name and community will be published. Letters must not be libelous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson @ jeffersonpost. com. �JEFFERSON POST TUESPAY/ JULY 3, 2007 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT Power t e y( £ it continued from front page made additional suggestions. The next step was to talk with the sell representatives at CES. They suggested talking to the guys at CES (City Elec­ tric Supply) and they said to talk to the manufacturer." CES is an electrical whole­ sale company in Boone open­ ing a branch on Beaver Creek School Road in West Jefferson this month. They directed Nor­ wood to Stan Sloan with Aus­ tin Electrical Enclosures of Yadkinville who worked with Norwood to design a unique custom cabinet for the town's needs. "Before, the outlets were all exposed, and anyone could just come up and yank out a cord," Chris Bare said. The new cabi­ net has 12 receptacles for 120 volt and three receptacles for 240 volt power supplies with plenty of room for more. Each has its own circuit breaker, and there is a separate meter for the unit. Cords are pulled up through special openings at the bottom of the water­ tight cabinet and plugged into the receptacles. They can­ not be plugged or unplugged while the cabinet is locked. "It's all very safety oriented," Bare said."Very safe and neat. And it should be user friendly too. Everything is labeled so it should be pretty straightfor- ward. This is all Don's concept, and I think it turned out very well." Norwood said the unit is multipurpose, with room to add receptacles for any elec­ trical need of the Back Street Park, and the cabinet is de­ signed to last probably 30 years. "This is a nice setup," he said. "It works." And Austin is promoting the West Jefferson cabinet as a model for their company. For last year's festival, Norwood designed and built a new mobile electrical unit from older, outdated equip­ ment, which will be used again this year, and he also replaced another unit. He said the town and festival commit­ tee hope to eventually install additional permanent electri­ cal cabinets at other locations along Second Avenue. The cost of this first cabi­ net, approximately $3,000, was divided between the fes­ tival and the town's Tourism Development Authority. TDA member Ernest O'Banion said the committee thinks the elec­ trical unit is a good idea and one that was suggested by the town manager. "It's good for the back street and for West Jefferson period," he said. "We see it being used by Christ­ mas in July, the Back Street Park, the farmers market and others. It has helped not only downtown West Jefferson, but tourism in the whole county." The many hours of labor involved in designing and installing the electrical unit was provided free of charge by Norwood and Bare. As lead instructor in indus­ trial systems technology at the Ashe Campus of Wilkes Com­ munity College, Bare invites interested students to sign up for classes to learn the proper techniques of a certified elec­ trician as well as many other industrial trade skills. Early registration for fall classes be­ gins next week with regular registration for new and re­ turning students in late July. Norwood is the son of a selftaught senior electrical engi­ neer and has held his license since 1976. He retired from RJR as an electrical techni­ cian. A native of Winston-Sa­ lem, he and his wife, Marlene, a native of Randolph County, bought a home in Ashe Coun­ ty in 2002 and moved here permanently in 2005. Both teach part-time at WCC Ashe Campus, Marlene in account­ ing and Don in electrical and OSHA and other building industry skills. Both also vol­ unteer with the Christmas in July Festival. Chamber continued from front page in Moscow. Tatiana taught vio­ lin in conservatories in Russia and Yugoslavia and continues to teach in Charlotte. Formerly with the Char­ lotte Symphony, Nick Lampo has performed as principal cellist with the Jacksonville, Florida Symphony and the Orlando, Florida Symphony. For the past 23 years he has pursued a career in informa­ tion technology management while maintaining a private teaching studio at Queens University in Charlotte. Nick continues to perform in cham­ ber music concerts and is cur­ rently principal cellist with and board chair for the Char­ lotte Civic Orchestra. Mary Lowder received her Bachelor's and Master's De­ grees in Piano Performance from the Peabody Conserva­ tory of Music of the Johns Hopkins University in Balti­ more. She was the accompa­ nist for the Baltimore Sym­ phony Chorus for ten years. In Charlotte, Lowder served as accompanist for the Orato­ rio Singers of Charlotte and is currently the accompanist for the Festival Singers of Char­ lotte and organist at First Baptist Church of Mount Holly. When not pursuing her musical career, she works for the managing partner of a law firm in uptown Charlotte. Betsey Sesler began her professional career as a pop harpist in Chicago's famous Pump Room. Since then she has been involved in orches­ tral and choral work, per­ formed with an eight-harp professional ensemble, and studied the Suzuki Method for teaching very young harp­ ists. She now plays with the Charlotte Philharmonic and teaches students of all ages at Queens University of Char­ lotte. 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E-mail us: Mg;raybeal<&jeffer»onPo*t.com 11-12 All-Stars down Happy Valley in tourney by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor Post photo by Michael Graybeal Coach Vic Gammons congratulate Luke Barker on his triple RBI homerun in the fifth inning on Saturday. On Saturday evening, the Ashe County 11-12 year old All-Stars team traveled to Happy Valley to face the Happy Valley All-Stars. Both teams entered the game slowly at the plate and nei­ ther team scored until the third inning, but then Ashe took control and defeated Happy Valley by a final score of 8-3. Andrew Lopp, who was referred to as Andrew Loop by the game announcer on Saturday, was the starting pitcher for Ashe and had an impressive performance. Lopp was on the mound for the first four innings and 9-10 team #1 All-Stars splits games in tourney only permitted five base runners on three hits. All five base runners were left on base by Happy Valley and Lopp shutout Happy Valley. In his four innings on the mound, Lopp also recorded four strikeouts. In the third inning, Ashe's offense came to life when that Collen Ashley led off with a walk and Luke Bark­ er followed with a single to advance Ashley to second. Sam Gammons was on deck and reached base with a sin­ gle, but Ashley was thrown out at third on the force play for the first out of the inning. Zach Lawrence kept the streak going for Ashe with a squeeze play bunt to score Barker from third for the first run of the game and advanced Gammons to sec­ ond base. Christopher Cole then hit a double to drive in Gammons and Lawrence for See 11-12 All-Stars, page 7 Post photo by Michael Graybeal Andrew Lopp delivers a strike with this pitch during his four innings on the mound against Happy Valley on Saturday. 9-10 team #2 All-Stars drop two games Post photo by Teresa Roark Laws The Ashe County 9-10 year old #1 team claimed one victory and one loss in the North Caro­ lina District 7 Little League Tournament is still competing in the tournament. by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor This past weekend, the Ashe County Little League All-Stars started their tour­ nament with the baseball teams being in action first. The 9-10 year old Ashe #1 team hosted East Catawba at West Jefferson Park on Thursday to open the tour­ nament. Ashe was able to defeat East Catawba easily with a final score of 9-2 to ad­ vance to the second round of the North Carolina District 7 Little League Tournament. In the second round, Ashe once again hosted a game, but this time fell short to their oppo­ nents, the Wilkes Nationals #1 with a final score of 9-8 on Friday evening. The match up between the Ashe #1 team and East Ca­ tawba showed a dominating Post photo by Teresa Roark Laws Alex Spencer delivers a strike while on the mound for Ashe County on Friday against the Wilkes Nationals #1 team. performance from the Ashe County team. Ashe County was able to take advantage of a lead off single by Jonathon Cox as he was able to advance around the bases and score the first run of the game. Singles by Alex Laws and Matthew Lee helped Cox advance but Ashe was unable to drive in these base run­ ners as East Catawba only permitted one run by Ashe in the first inning. Ashe struck again in the second inning as they added six runs to the scoreboard to take control of the game. Ashe's leadoff batter, Jake Treadway this inning, hit a leadoff single to get the of­ fense rolling and proceeded to score along with Kendall Richardson, Jonathon Cox, Joseph Richardson, Alex Laws, and Matthew Lee. Af­ ter the explosive inning, Ashe was in front of East Catawba with a mammoth 7-0 lead as the game headed into the third inning. In the third inning, East See 9-10 Team 1, page 7 Softball scores from Thursday, June 28 A.F./ Ashe Co. Builders Rollin's Auto Appalachian Utilites Appalachian Utilites UPM Dr. Pepper 8 6 17 15 12 25 defeated defeated defeated defeated defeated defeated Mtn. Advantage Brickstone UPM LPB Liddle's Plumbing LPB Softball Standings Wins Losses Played Rollin's Auto Dr. Pepper A.F./ Ashe Co. Builders Appalachian Utilities Brickstone Pizza UPM Mtn. Advantage Liddle's Plumbing 0 LPB 0 5 4 3 3 3 3 2 0 0 2 2 2 3 3 5 5 5 4 5 5 5 6 5 5 5 % 1.000 1.000 0.600 0.600 0.600 0.500 0.400 0.000 0.000 5 4 4 2 4 1 Post photo by Michael Graybeal The Ashe County 9-10 year old #2 team competed in the North Carolina District 7 Little League Tournament this past weekend. game. Hendrix advanced to game, Ashe held Alleghany score also to bring Alleghany scoreless as Tristan Blevins, On Thursday evening, the within one run of Ashe with the pitcher for Ashe, struck Ashe #2 team traveled to the score being 3-2. all three batters out. Ashe Wilkes County to Memorial In the top half of the sec­ took advantage of the momen­ Park for a game against the ond inning, Ashe struggled at tum gained from the threeAlleghany All-Stars. Ashe the plate to begin with and up-three-down inning and jumped out to an early lead, the first two batters were set was able to score four runs but Alleghany came back and down by Alleghany's defense. in the top half of the fourth took advantage of a big fourth Kendall Wagner was able to inning to tie the score up at and fifth inning to claim the get on base for Ashe with a 7-7. Kendall Wagner led off 19-9 victory over Ashe. single, and proceeded to third with a single, and then stole Ashe was assigned as the base with a double by Maison second and third base. Dalkin visiting team for the game McNeill but the two runners Christoferson then drew a and was at bat first to open was stranded on base when walk and stole second base. the game. Maison McNeill ini­ that Alleghany's pitcher Both runners were drove tiated the offense for the Ashe struck out the following bat­ in with a single by Tristan team with a double and then ter to end Ashe's at bat with Blevins. Blevins was ad­ advanced to score with hits no runs scored. vanced around the bases with by Tristan Blevins, Hunter Alleghany took advantage a double by Hunter Barnes Barnes, and Brandon Woods. of Ashe's scoreless inning and and then scored on a single Blevins and Barnes was also busted open the game with a by Brandon Woods to tie the able to round the bases and five-run second inning to gain game up at 7-7. Chase Con­ score too to take a 3-0 lead in the lead with the score at 7-3. nor followed Woods' single the top half of the first inning With Ashe's next at bat, they with a single of his own and and filled the Ashe bench and were once again able to get stole second to put runners crowd with enthusiasm and runners into scoring position on second and third with only momentum. with the bases loaded and one out, but the following two Alleghany responded to only one out against them. batters for Ashe struck out the three runs scored by Ashe Alleghany's pitcher again to keep the score tied at 7-7 by scoring two runs of their stepped up and struck out the with the game heading into own to bring the game to following batter for Ashe and the bottom half of the fourth within a one-run differential. then forced the following bat­ inning. Ashe got the first two batters ter into a ground ball for the Alleghany was once again of Alleghany's line up out, but third out of the inning as Ashe able to gain the lead during Jake Hampton was able to left three runners on base. the bottom half of the fourth get on base with a triple and In the bottom of the third inning as they scored four then was drove in by Hen- inning, Alleghany was at bat runs to narrow Ashe's hopes drix for their first run of the and for the first time in the of victory. In the top half of the fifth inning, Ashe was at bat trailing 11-7 but made a run at Alleghany by scor­ ing two runs in the inning to keep their hopes alive. Kend­ all Wagner led off the inning with a walk and then stole second base prior to Maison McNeill hitting a single to score Wagner from second base for Ashe's eighth run of the game. Bradley Richie was at the plate for Ashe and was awarded a free trip to first af­ ter he stood his ground in the batter's box and endured be­ ing hit by a pitch and placed runners on first and second with no outs. The following two batters for Ashe were un­ able to reach base, but Hunt­ er Barnes was able to drive in Ashe's ninth run of the game with his single prior to Al­ Post photo by Michael Graybeal leghany retiring the side with Hunter Barnes beats out a throw at the plate to score a run the third out of the inning by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor for Ashe against Alleghany on Thursday evening. See 9-10 Team 2, page 7 �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7 TUESDAY, JULY 3, 2007 SPORTS 11-12 All-Stars continued from page 6 the second and third runs of the inning. Cole would pro­ ceed to score with a double by Cameron Guyton. Happy Valley would then proceed to get Guyton out at home with a good defensive play but Andrew Lopp and Dylan Lewis each got on base with hopes of continuing the rally by Ashe. The following bat­ ter however hit a ground ball back to the pitcher who converted the routine out for the third out of the inning and the game headed into the fourth inning with Ashe winning 4-0. Neither team was able to score in the fourth inning and the score remained 40 in the top half of the fifth inning. Ashe changed pitch­ ers in the fifth inning due to the fatigue of Lopp and placed Sam Gammons on the mound. Gammons was able to force the second batter into a pop fly to the second baseman for the first out fol­ lowing a single by the leadoff batter. The following batter hit a single for Happy Valley, which advanced the runner to third base. The following batter hit an infield ground ball that was converted for the second out of the inning, but the runner was able to advance to second on the ground ball. A double by the next batter drove in two runs for Happy Valley's first runs of the game. The runner on second was able to score on a past ball for the third run for Happy Valley, but Ashe County had to change pitch­ ers due to Gammons' pitch count totals approaching the limit. Cameron Guyton was the next pitcher for Ashe and struck out the third out of the inning to deny Happy Valley any more runs dur­ ing the fifth inning and ad­ vanced the game to the home half of the fifth inning. Ashe was able to produce some offense in the fifth in­ ning to extend their lead when Cameron Guyton had a lead off single. The follow­ ing batter hit a ground ball to the pitcher for the first out, but Dylan Lewis fol­ lowed with a single to place runners on first and second. Ashe then executed a double steal, which placed Guyton on third, and Lewis on sec­ ond, and then on a past ball, Guyton scored and Lewis moved over to third base. Matthew Hamilton was on deck for Ashe and reached first after his ground ball was thrown home to pre­ vent Lewis from scoring for the second out of the inning. Collen Ashley moved Ham­ ilton to second by drawing the walk to set up a monster three RBI homerun by Luke Barker to straight away cen­ ter field. The homerun by Barker was Ashe's eighth run of the game as the fol­ lowing batter hit a ground ball for the third out of the inning and Ashe was three outs away from victory. In the top half of the sixth inning, Happy Valley had to score five runs to keep the game going. Cameron Guy­ ton was still on the mound for Ashe and denied Happy Valley any base runners to conclude the game. Guyton forced the first batter into a ground ball and then struck out the following two batters to end the game with Ashe winning 8-3. Andrew Lopp earned the win for Ashe with four in­ nings pitches, and then Sam Gammons and Cameron Guyton each earned a save with Gammons pitching 2/3 of an inning, and Guyton finalizing the game with 1 and 1/3 innings. The victory over Happy Valley allows Ashe to host the next game, which will be on July 7 at West Jefferson Park against Morganton. hitting routine ground balls which were easily converted for the first three outs of the inning to bring Ashe into hit. Ashe still had hopes of rally­ ing and making a comeback and the comeback started when Joseph Richardson opened the inning up with a single and then Alex Laws got on first with an error to give Ashe two base runners. Back-to-back ground balls for Ashe gave them their first two outs, but then Alex Spen­ cer drove in two runs with a single to give Ashe their fourth and fifth runs of the game and cut Wilkes' lead to 8-5. Spencer's hit was fol­ lowed up with a walk by the following batter, but the two runners was left on base with a fly ball by the following batter for the third out of the inning and the game headed into the final inning. In the sixth inning, Wilkes was able to get their first bat­ ter on base, but was caught stealing second for the first out of the inning. The fol­ lowing batter struck out and then another Wilkes batter hit a double to place a runner in scoring position. An error on the following play allowed the runner to score from sec­ ond and Wilkes claimed their ninth run against the Ashe defense but Ashe ended Wil­ kes' at bat by striking out the following batter for the third out of the inning. Ashe had three more outs in the game and one last shot at a come back against Wilkes. Kendall Richardson opened up Ashe's offense with a leadoff single. Jonathon Cox advanced the runner with a single and then Joseph Rich­ ardson loaded the bases when he drew a walk. Matthew Lee was able to hit a base clear­ ing triple and recorded three RBI's and gave Ashe their eighth run of the game. With the game tying run on third base, a base hit would tie the game for Ashe, but the fol­ lowing batter struck out for the second out of the inning and then the third out was claimed with a ground ball back to the pitcher which was relayed to first base for the final out of the game with the Ashe runner stranded on third. In Ashe's narrow 9-8 loss to Wilkes Nationals #1, Alex Spencer and Alex Laws was on the mound for Ashe. The loss to Wilkes bumped Ashe down to the lower bracket and will play again on July 7 when they will face either Sherrils Ford or Caldwell County. Look for the time and location of the game in future editions of the Jefferson Post. Post photo by Michael Graybeal Collen Ashley beats out a throw to first for an infield single on Saturda. 9-10 Team 1 continued from page 6 with a single. Joseph Rich­ Catawba placed them selves ardson followed Cox's single on the scoreboard following with a walk, and then Alex an error by Ashe County to Laws reached base with a allow one run to score. Ashe's single. All three base runners defense did not discouraged proceed to score to give Ashe by the run that scored and three runs thus far in the in­ they converted a routine ning. With only one out, Mat­ ground ball to third base into thew Lee and Alex Richard­ the third out of the inning son got on base to keep Ashe's to advance the game to the drive going, but a ground out fourth inning. and a force out at second base Ashe once again struck in ended Ashe's inning with the the fourth inning when Alex score still in favor of Wilkes Laws got on base with a single 8-3. and proceeded to score with Ashe carried the momen­ a single by Mason Hamilton tum of their offense into their and also a fielder's choice by defensive play and only al­ Alex Spencer. The run by lowed one base runner in the Laws was Ashe's eighth run fourth inning for Wilkes. That of the game, and Ashe final­ runner was left stranded on ized the scoring in the sixth base when the pitcher for inning with a run by Mat­ Ashe struck out the following thew Lee as Ashe cruised to batter for the third out of the the easy 9-2 victory over East inning and handed Wilkes Catawba to advance to the their first scoreless inning of second round of the tourna­ the game. ment. In the home half of the In the victory for Ashe, fourth inning, Ashe opened the team used three differ­ up the game with Kaleb Sex­ ent pitchers. Joe Richardson, ton drawing a walk for a free Alex Laws, and Alex Spen­ trip to first. Micheal Elliott cer joined together to nearly was on deck for Ashe and blank East Catawba as they after a ground ball, Elliott held them to only two runs reached first due to a fielder's during the six-inning game. choice that got Sexton out at The victory set up the Fri­ second base for the first out day evening game of Ashe #1 of the inning. The following against the Wilkes Nationals two batters for Ashe hit in­ #1 team. field ground balls, which were Ashe County started the converted for the second and game slow at the plate, as third outs of the inning and they were unable to score Ashe, left one runner on base till the third inning, and by as the game headed into the that time, Wilkes had built fifth inning. a large 8-0 lead. The Ashe Ashe repeated the previous team stayed determined and inning in the field and held in the third inning, Jonathon Wilkes scoreless again by Cox started Ashe's offense forcing all three batters into Breathe... Don 't Burn! 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Division of Forest Resources or other agents do not excuse a person from following air quality rules. For more information, contact: 1 (877) OPEN BURN Mrww.ncair.org 1 (877) 673-6287 Winston-Salem Regional Office Division of Air Quality 585 Waughtown Street Winston-Salem, NC 27107 (336) 771-5000 (This ad paid for by a violator of the open burning law.) all in o n e b 9-10 Team 2— continued from page 6 with Alleghany still leading 11-9. Alleghany was able to con­ clude the game early in the bottom half of the fifth inning due to the 10-Run Mercy rule after they were able to drive in eight runs. The loss to Al­ leghany bumped the Ashe #2 team down into the lower bracket for the tournament and placed them in a do-or-die situation. The loss also placed them playing on Saturday against the Wilkes American #1 team in Balls Creek. In the match up with Wil­ kes, the Ashe #2 team faced a tougher opponent than their first game. The Wilkes team was a talented group that was capable of driving the ball into the gaps on offense and also a tuned unit on de­ fense. Ashe was able to trim their number of defensive errors between the first and second game and only com­ mitted three errors during their game against Wilkes. However, Wilkes' ability to drive the ball in the gaps wore Ashe down on Saturday eve­ ning and Wilkes claimed the 11-2 victory to eliminate Ashe #2 from the tournament. Ashe was fortunate to be designated the home team on Saturday which meant that Wilkes got to bat first. They wasted no time as the first batter got on base with a single. The following bat­ ter struck out for the first out, but then Wilkes got their second batter on base when he drew a walk from Ashe's pitcher. The following batter for Wilkes crushed a ball to center field which hopped the fence for a two RBI ground rule double for Wilkes' first two, and only two runs of the first inning. In the home half of the first inning, Ashe's bat- ters was able to hit the ball in play, but was unable to get on base. With the first three batters, none of them reached base for a quick first inning. In the second inning, Ashe's defense became a solid unit and when Ashe's pitcher, Bradley Richie struck out the first batter, the following two batters reached base with a walk and a single. Ashe held tough though and snagged a pop-fly for the second out and then Richie struck out the following batter for the third out of the side to bring Ashe into bat again. During Ashe's at bat this time, things appeared to be picking up fol­ lowing two ground balls con­ verted for outs by the Wilkes' defense. Bradley Richie was able to drive a ball in the out­ field for a double and then Maison McNeill advanced Richie to third with a single. However, the following batter hit a ground ball for the third out of the inning and Ashe left two runners on base. Ashe continued to be on the bad end of unlucky breaks throughout the entire game. They continued to play solid defense and even pre­ sented a disciplined offense to the Wilkes team, but Ashe continued to leave batters on base until the fifth inning. In the bottom half of the fifth inning, Wilkes had been able to increase their lead to 7-0, but Ashe began to strike. The lead off batter for Ashe in the fifth inning reached base by drawing a walk from the Wilkes' pitcher and then stole second prior to Drew Baldwin also drawing a walk to put runners on first and second. Kendal Wagner then drove in Ashe's first runs of the day with a two RBI double to the fence in left-center field. The following batter for Ashe hit a pop fly to Wilkes' shortstop for the first out of the inning, but Hunter Barnes hit a single to advance Wagner to third. Of the following two batters for Ashe, one batter struck out while the other one hit a ground ball, which was con­ verted for the third out to end Ashe's hopes of coming back in the fifth inning. Wilkes was able to strike again in the sixth inning to earn back the two runs Ashe scored in the fifth by scoring three of their own to take the score to 11-2 with Ashe having one last chance at a come back. Ashe's hopes of a comeback were strong with a positive morale in the audi­ ence and players and follow­ ing a strike out by the first Ashe batter, Maison McNeill hit a single to lead the Ashe crowd to erupt in encourag­ ing cheers for the Ashe team. However, the following bat­ ter swung at a strike three in attempts of getting a base hit for the second out and the game concluded when the fol­ lowing batter hit a pop fly in the infield for the final out of the game with Ashe losing 11-2. Following the game, Coach JeffWalters congratulated the team on their improvements in the short time that the team has been together. With statements geared towards improvements in hitting the ball, and also the team's solid defense, as they only commit­ ted three errors in the sec­ ond game. The loss to Wilkes ended the team's competing in the tournament due to it being their second loss, but the losses did not come from a shortage of effort or heart in the team. Both games was a tough fought battle that showed strong character from the Ashe #2 team. $29.95 per month for residential Sign up for your new broadband services in a SelectSurf bundle by July 6 and be registered to win an iPod - (one prize every week!) Sign up for our high-speed broadband Internet service in a SelectSurf bundle today, and get the speed you need at a great low price. At $29.95 per month*, our low price (and high speed) will have you blazing new trails in no time. 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Please call Classified Dept. for information. Mall orders should be to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC (We accept personal check, Visa or Master Card) Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7166 e-mail: fiodO (otter8onpost.com W»b: www.jeffersonpost.com 30-Speclal Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANKYOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER S NOTICE: | All rent fstate advertising In this newspaper is sub |ect to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise any preferences Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex. handicap, financial status or national' origin includos children un­ der the age of living with parents or legal custodians. 1 pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will nol knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate which is in violation ol the law Our readers are here by informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-froe at 1-800-669-9777 The toll-telephone number lor the hearing impaired Is 1-800-927-9275. 16 40-Lost & Found Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 140-Help Wanted ATTENTION CNA IS: PT and FT positions available for Home Care in Ashe County. Premium Pay. Premi­ um Benefits with Mile­ age and HEALTH IN­ SURANCE available after 90 days. Call Tammy Jones at (800) 790-7483 Toll Free. J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. 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Handbags; ladies' and children's clothes and shoes; men's clothes size large; Piano music; encyclopedias; vid­ eos; books, old Christian art prints, Federal sewing ma­ chine; glassware, ironing board, gossip bench, kitchen stepstool, Victorian glass­ ware, mld-twentleth century china, TorsoTVack, and much mors. 608 North Main St. Jefferson, NC (a half mile north of Carolina Printing on Old Highway 16, on the right going from Jefferson toward Ashe Park) Incredible Multi-Family Yardsalel Mark your Calendar! July 7th - 7 a.m. Furniture, tables, chairs, TVs, clothes, book8, jewlery, dishes, household and kitchen goods, exercise equipment, baby equipment, old stuff and antiques, Christmas decora­ tions, everything un­ der the sun! 244 Luther Road (Road Beside Ashe Federal In Jefferson) Jefferson, N.C. Look for the Signs KITS Are available at the Jefterson Post for purchase. Each kit includes: 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only S5.95 each YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 Copy and payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tuesday Edition Friday by 9 am Friday Edition • Wednesday by 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. 290-Horses & LOOKING FOR A RE­ Livestock WARDING JOB? RHA Health Services has positions available on 1st and 2nd shifts working with developmentally disabled adults. Full-time and part-time positions are available in Ashe and Watauga counties. High school diploma or GED and valid driver's license required. For more information, please call 828-2625450. Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifiedsl 235-Christmas Trees Fraser Fir Christmas Trees: Approximately 10,000. six to eight foot. For sale with time to get them out. 336-977-0153 Ashe County's only subscription newspaper — The Jefferson Post. PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. 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Call after 5:00 246-7337 FOR HIRE Applications are now being accepted for Let me help you Housing for to create Senior Citizens unique logos, at Spruce Hills Apartments in brochures, West Jefferson, NC business cards, 'One bedroom, booklets and unfurnished energy camera ready ads. efficient apartments 'Handicapped High-end quality at accessible reasonable rates. 'Rent based on applicants income No job too big Section 8 assistance or too small. available For more information. Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our lor rent" sections. Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 Little Classifieds... BIG RESULTS! 440-Offlces, Bldgs., For Rent/Lease or Sale Commercial Buildings for rent. West Jefferson, 3500 sq ft. all or 1/2. Lansing -1100 sq ft. Call for details. 561-750-7512 Jefferson Office Space across from post office, upstairs $450 per mo. plus utilities. Call Annie 9 846-1657. 460-Mobile Homes for Rent 3 bedroom, 2 bath Mobile home, located in Friendship Park, Jefferson, NC. $450 non-refundable deposit plus $450 for first month rent. No pets. Will also sell. Call 336982-5072 after 6 pm 490-Houses / Apts. for Sale House & 12 acres 4BD, town & gravity water, new windows & siding. Lg metal build­ ing & utility bdg in Lansing. $235,000 Call Bobby 336-3842328 or 620-8020 For more information, please call Firefly Graphx at 336-982-5145 or email liretlvcanoe&vahoo.com 1130-Remodeling Free 3 wooden 32 inch outside doors with win­ dows. Taken off of an old house. Call 3843194. 1195-Legals NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY NOTICE OF MARTHA W. THORNDYKE EXECUTRIX OF THE ESTATE OF THELMA WEAVER The undersigned, hav­ ing qualified as Executrix of the Estate of Thelma Weaver, deceased, late of Ashe County, North Carolina this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned on or before the 14th day of September, 2007, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to the said estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. 1195-Legals 1195-Legals NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF ASHE permitted signs to be added. Section 41.6 and the Amendment dated October 3, 1985. within Article IX of the Town of West Jeffer­ son's Zoning Ordi­ nance concerning: AP­ PLICATION FOR ZON­ ING PERMIT. All Of these actions were re­ quested by the Town Planner in order to make the Zoning Ordi­ nance more current and to protect the resi­ dents of the Town of West Jefferson. The full written texts of these amendments are available to the public prior to the hearings at Town Hall. IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK FILE #91-E-40 EXECUTORS NO­ TICE TO CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MYRTLE CLYDE PIERCE All persons, firms and corporations having claims against MYR­ TLE CLYDE PIERCE, deceased of Ashe County. North Carolina, are hereby notified to present them to William Howard Pierce as Ex­ ecutor of the dece­ dent's estate, on or be­ fore the 24th day of September, 2007, in care of the under­ signed attourney for the Executor at the ad­ dress appearing below, or this notice will be plead in bar of their re­ covery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said es­ tate will please make immediate payment to the above named Wil­ liam Howard Pierce, Executor of the Estate of Myrtle Clyde Pierce. This the 26th day of June, 2007. John A. Turner, Attour­ ney for Howard Pierce, Executor Turner & Yates, P.A. 136 North Water Street Boone, North Carolina 28607A NUMBER ONE is nothing to celebrate. This year, mere tt\v 172,000 people wf be diagnosed with king cancer. And mote than163,000 ,v.n die from the disease - making it America's NUMBER ONE , The Board of Aldermen for the Town of West Jefferson will hold a public hearing on Thursday. July 12, 2007 at 5:55 PM at Town Hall. The pur­ pose of this hearing is to receive comment on the rezoning of the property owned by Rick Woodie of Parker Tie. The property was ini­ tially zoned Conditional Use (CU) and is part of the buildings that com­ prise Jefferson Station and is requested to be rezoned Industrial (M1)_. Mr. Woodie is pre­ paring to place a load­ ing dock on the proper­ ty he owns and use the property as a ware­ house. The rezoning was requested by Rick Woodie in order to en­ sure the uses are con­ sistent with the M-1 Zoning District. But them s hope. New treatments are available and more are on the way Help Lung Cancer Alliance shine a light on lung cancer and locus more attention on fighting this disease. Wortang together, we wont be number one. NOM0RF EXCUSES. NO MORE LUNG CANCER. LUNG CANCER ALLIANCE Iungcanceralliance.org Notice of Administration I work. The undersigned, hav­ ing qualified as Execu­ tor of the Estate of Paul Rumple, deceased, late of Ashe County, North Carolina hereby notifies all person, firms and corporations having claims against said estate to present them, duly verified, to the undersigned in care of Nicole V Bryan, At­ torney, Vandiver & Bry­ an, PLLC, 18809 W. Catawba Avenue, Suite 102, Cornelius, North Carolina 28031, on or before September 17, 2007, or the Notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to the said estate will please make immediate settle­ ment with the under­ signed. This is the 19th day of June. 2007 Therefore, eye strain. Jeffrey Darryl Rumple c/o Nicole V. Bryan Vandiver & Bryan, PLLC 18809 W. Catawba Ave., Ste 102 Cornelius, North Caroli­ na 28031 SECOND ROAD CON­ STRUCTION PRO­ GRAM PUBLIC NOTICE Eye strain from computer use In order that the North Carolina Department of Transportation comply with House Bill 1063 as ratified by the 1973 Session of the General Assembly of North Car­ olina, representatives of the professional staff of the Department of Transportation will meet with the Ashe County Board of Com­ missioners at a public meeting beginning at 3:35 p.m., Monday, Ju16 2007 at the Ashe 1 I*junty Courthouse in Coi Jefferson. The purpose of this meeting will be to discuss and advise with the Ashe County Board of Commission­ ers and other citizens present, proposed plans and proposals for the 2007-2008 Secon­ dary Road Construc­ tion Program for Ashe County. The proposed program will be posted in the Courthouse for public review beginning June 18, 2007 as per G.S. 136-44.8 is the number one complaint of office workers. Talk to your eyecare professional about computer eye­ wear to help prevent eye strain. The Vision Council ol America recommends regular eye exams lor you and your family to ensure healthy vision. Check Yearly See Clearly." www.checkyearly.com TOWN OF WEST JEF­ FERSON PUBLIC HEARING The Board of Aldermen for the Town of West Jefferson will hold a public hearing on Thursday, July 12, 2007 at 5:50 PM at Town Hall. The pur­ pose of this hearing is to receive comment and to amend the zon­ This the 7th day of ing ordinance of the June, 2007. Town of West Jeffer­ son. The various sec­ Martha W. Thorndyke tions that are listed 1095-6 Friendship Rd. (with a brief description Jefferson. NC 28640 ) are proposed to be amended: John T. Kilby Section 40.7 within Ar­ Kilby & Hurley ticle IV of the Town of PO Box 24 West Jefferson's Zon­ West Jefferson, NC ing Ordinance; that 28694 concerns JUNKYARDS AS NONCONFORM­ Publication dates: ING USES, Section 41 6/1207; 6/19/07; within Article IV of the 6/25/07; 7/3/07 Town of West Jeffer­ son's Zoning Ordi­ nance is requested that Need a new job? an addition concerning Look in the Neighborhood The Jefferson Post Service (NS) District's Classifieds< Being LEARN TO BBIV1 ALLIANCE TRACTOR -TRAILER TRAINING CENTERS Let the Jefferson Post Classifieds go to work for you! 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We are also looking a plan now that over several years would totally take over all of the counties' Medicaid costs in exchange for a swap of some revenues, such as a portion of the sales tax that counties re­ Classic PlW, Health ceive. The total county cost of Medicaid is expected to reach $733 million in the next five years and shifting the cost to the state will allow better lo­ cal financial planning. a Darlene Little V dandglittle@skybest.com j ROOEINC ROOP'S ROOFING All Types of Roofing Pointing Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs FREE ESTIMATES! Owner: Charles Roop Lansing, INC 336-384-2063 .OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE Lawn Care, Inc. Quality Home Repairs Appalachian Roofing Co. Lawn Services \ Lot Maintenance Minor Landscaping Serving Ashe & Alleghany Counties All types of repairs and maintenance for your home or business. All calls returned. "Since 19X9" 9464 Hwy 16 N • Grassy Creek, HC 28631 Maintenance Contracts by request. Thomas Reed - Owner 336-246-3434 336-982-4651 • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work Repairs • Appliance Installation • Basement Remodeling Seasonal Opening & Closing V Herb Mckittrick Cell: 336-977-1455 336-384-9192 (Sr1 135 have been wounded in ac­ tion. Members and leaders of the North Carolina National Guard, dressed in their green, gray, and tan uniforms, lis­ tened from the galleries as the names of their slain or wound­ ed comrades were read aloud. I am a proud former member of the NCNG and spoke on the resolution during floor debate. We are proud of the men and women of our National Guard units in Jefferson and Boone. I failed to mention last week that the House unani­ mously passed H1499 that in­ creases the income threshold to qualify for the Homestead Exemption from $19,000 to $25,000. Due to rising prop­ erty values, this is important to many who live in Ashe and Watauga. A correction from last week. Ashe County is not for guard­ rails on Hwy 88, we took care of that with an earlier agree­ ment with DOT. This money is for remov­ ing, repairing and repaving a section of Hwy 88. «=LA\VX SERVICES J~ . i>L~• ROOFING Northwest Appleseed • Fair,Prompt Service • Rental Property Caff jor Appointment 336-982-9725 The House concurred Thursday with changes made in the Senate to a bill (H24) that would bar smoking in all buildings owned, leased or oc­ cupied by state government. The bill now goes to the gov­ ernor for his signature. The House also approved a bill (S1086) that would ban the use of tobacco products on school campuses at all times. If the Senate concurs with changes made in the House, that bill will also go to the governor. A bill that would provide insurance parity to people who receive mental health servic­ es cleared the Senate Health Committee this week. The bill (H973) would provide require private health insurers to pay for mental health services on the same level as what the pay for physical health servic­ changes make it easier to pro­ es. The bill is expected to save tect people who were cheated the state money spent by re­ out of lesser amounts. ducing the amount of money Elections spent for public mental health The House sent the Senate services. This is a bill I sup­ version of the one-stop voting ported in the House. sites bill (H91) to a conference Property rights committee this week. The bill The House concurred this would allow residents to reg­ week with minor changes the ister and vote right away at Senate made to a bill that de­ one-stop voting sites during fines and punishes residential the last two and a half weeks mortgage fraud in North Caro­ before an election. Presently lina. The bill (H817) makes it voters can vote early at onea felony to knowingly misrep­ stop voting sites, but registra­ resent or exclude information tion ends 25 days before an in the mortgage lending pro­ election. Notes cess even if the victim is not The Senate and the House harmed financially. Offenders can be sentenced to up to 16 honored members of the North months if they have no prior Carolina Guard for their ser­ record and up to 31 months vices and sacrifices at home if they are linked to at least and in wars overseas. The five cases of fraud with no resolution (H1720) honored prior record. Mortgage fraud the 11 National Guard mem­ is illegal under existing laws, bers who died in the line of but it was covered by general duty and six who were killed fraud law. That law required in action since the terror­ stolen property to be valued ist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. Nearly 11,000 members of at a minimum of $100,000 be­ fore the offender would face the guard have been deployed substantial punishment. The overseas since that time and ; Providing a full line of lawn care services for full 2nd part time residents of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. Weddings Affordable Deeorated UViMiiu) Candelabra Rental* "Uirqc Selection'' Site Flower* and 1}reentry Delivery, Set-up and Pick-up OMMUNITY N EWS Negotiations on this plan will continue. As I said last week, both Houses want to do something but so far we haven't been able to agree on a single plan. by Rep. CullieTarleton N.C. 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Serving Ashe, Avery & Watauga • Call 828-773-2805 today and get your disposal removal tomorrow! $oone Grading Co., Inc. So Job Too Small or Too Large! LICENSED & INSURED FREE ESTIMATES ALLTYPES or CRAPING • Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds Contact Robert Holman • Land Clearing • Road Building Office: 828-963-4069 Fax: 828-963-8610 • Septic Systems • Basements • Footers q||. 828-773-6736 Atowhtam Field Excavating & Flaulmg 336-877-5010 Where Quality is a Tradition All Work Guaranteed / Licensed, Bonded & Insured ISR GRAPHIC DESIGN Meeting all your Graphic Design needs. No job too big or too smalll 336-982-5145 ftreflycanoe@yahoo.com No JOB Too SMALL! b*Sl)*£0 You HAVE THE JOB...WE HAVE THE EQUIPMENT! • Homesites •Spring Work • Lot Oaring 'Basement/Footers 'Ponds 'Ditching • Driveways • Gravel. Mulch, Dirt Michael Pennington 336-385-2346 Mobile: 336-977-1312 J «JSR SANITATION SERVICE •twos Sanitation Seiv; ^\\W' • William & Amy Phillips ' It's Finally Here! q p ^ 8 W ea r en o w A Private Trash Service accepting new for Ashe County! accounts Garbage Service includes: Weekly or Biweekly Pickup Residential, Light Commercial and Small Business Accepted Contact us at: 828-394-4944 or 828-292-3211 �PAGE 10 TUESDAY, JULY 3, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Vacation Bible Schools and other activities at churches Friday July 6 7 p.m.: Service will be held at Rich Hill Methodist Church. Rev. John Duvall will be the guest speaker. Saturday July 7 2 p.m.: Plants, Birds, Rocks and things (Hike) at Mount Jefferson State Park. Meet the park ranger at the picnic area for a hike out to Luther Rock. We will be exploring some of the ecological interconnectionsand energy exchangers that make life possible on Mt. Jefferson. Come and investigate the circle of life that exists upon Mt. Jefferson State Natural Area. Wear sturdy shoes. 2 p.m.: Wagoner Access Road. Butterflies, Butterflies—Explore the World of Butterflies! Join a park Ranger at New River State Park's butterfly garden near the park contact station. Learn about the life cycle of butterflies and how you can attract butterflies at your home. Come prepared for outdoor weather. p.m.: Zion United 5-7 Methodist Church will have a fish fry. Adults $8, children 12 and under, $6. 6 p.m.: Kevin Spencer and Friends will be singing at Landmark Baptist Church. At 4 p.m. a cookout will be held at the Fellowship Hall before the song service at 6 p.m. The pastor, Reverend Charlie McCoy, and the congregation invite everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek Community. 7 p.m.: Regular first Saturday night singing at Rock Creek Baptist Church. The Shining for Jesus Singers will be singing. Everyone is welcome to attend. Sunday July 8 The annual Blevins Reunion covering all Blevins descen­ dants of the New River area will be held at the Konnarock Community Center on Sunday, July 8 beginning at 10:30 a.m. Bring a covered dish or other food item for the potluck lunch to be served at noon. Also please bring any old family photographs or fam­ ily records. Family research will be available for review on the families descending from James and Lydia (Sizemore) Blevins, Wells Blevins Sr, Elisha and Rachel (Osborne) Blevins, William and Rhoda (Pruitt) Blevins, John and Nancy (Pruitt) Blevins, Daniel and Elizabeth (Bracins) Blevins, John and Catherine (Cox) Blevins and other early Blevins settlers. A group photo will be taken after lunch and a door prize winner will be drawn for a manuscript on the first four generations of the descendants of James and Lydia (Sizemore) Blevins. Contact Ron Blevins at Betron528@aol.com with any questions. 2 p.m.: Mount Jefferson Geology at Mount Jefferson State Park. Meet at the Picnic Shelter. Mount Jefferson stands today at 4683 feet above sea level. Was this mountain once 15,000 feet high? Have there ever been any major rockslides? What is Amphibolite anyway? Meet a ranger for a hike and explore some of the geological mysteries that make this mountain's geology rock! Wear sturdy shoes. 2 p.m.: Community Building US Hwy 221 Access. Hickory Trail Hike. Join a Park Ranger for a 1 mile nature hike to learn about plants and wild­ life seen along the way. Wear sturdy shoes. Meet at the Community Building at the US 221 Access. Monday July 9 ly First Baptist Church in West Church Jefferson invites children to join SONFORCE KIDS—God's courageous team of disciples standing side-by-side to serve Him. This will be the theme of the VBS, from July 9 through 13. 5:00 p.m.: The Peak Creek Ruritan Club will meet at the Peak Creek Community Center, Hwy. 88 East, Laurel Springs. This is our annual "Clean-up Day" event. Come prepared to dig, shovel, cut, prune, clean, and plant and enjoy a hamburger/hotdog cook out. A short business meeting will follow. For more information, call 982-9538. 7 p.m.: Ashe Really Cares quarterly meeting will be held on Monday, July 9 at 7:00 at the Ashe Baptist Conference room. All committee member and interested friends are urged to attend. Serving on that committee are; Mary Alice Witherspoon, Terri Shatley, Charles Moore, Rev. Steve Leashomb, Bobby Hamby, Kathy Bower, Glenn South, Pat Miller and DOM David Blackburn. Tuesday July 10 10:30 a.m.: The Blind and Visually Impaired Support Group will meet at Ashe Services for Aging. Kathy Sheets with First Charter Bank will be our guest speaker. Everyone is welcome. 6 p.m.: NARFE (National Association of Active and Retired Federal Employees) will have their annual Picnic at the Hwy 221 New River State Park Access Picnic Shelter. Hamburgers, Hotdogs, Condiments and Drinks will be provided. All active and Retired Federal employees are urged to attend. You may choose to bring a dessert or salad; but this is not necessary. PLEASE COME!! Wednesday July 11 Apple Grove Baptist Church invites you to their VBS July 1113, 7:00-9:00 PM each night. July 14,h 4:00-9:00 with com­ mencement service. Classes for infants to adults. Their theme will be "Rescue Zone." Pastor, Rev. Earl Roten and congregation welcome you. For more information you may call Pama Taylor at 384-4212 or Martie Latham at 246-4502. Thursday July 12 The Executive Committee of the Ashe Baptist Association will meet on Thursday, July 12 with the New River Baptist Church at 7:00. All commit­ tee members and pastors are urged to attend. 6:30 p.m. Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission will hold its Executive Committee Meeting at the BROC Wilkes Office in North Wilkesboro. July 14. Call Donna Phillips at 877-4655 for information or Transportation. Everyone is welcome. Pastor is Rev. Clayborn Roten. Ongoing Events Alcoholics Anonymous Group meets on Mondays and Thursdays at Jefferson United Methodist Church at 7:30 p.m. - Closed Discussion and Saturday at noon - Closed "Big Book Study" - All meetings are non-smoking. The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold July services at Holy Trinity in Glendale Springs. Holy Communion is celebrated at 8:30 and 10. Coffee hour imme­ diately followed the 10 service. For further information, call the church office at 982-3076. Choices for Sustainable Living discussion course offered at the West Jefferson Coffee House Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Come learn with others how easy it is to live more sustainably. One person really can make a difference! For information call Gerry at the New River Earth Insitute 336-877-1860 or visit www. NewRiverEarthlnstitute.org. Wilkes Community College - Ashe Campus Cont. Ed. Dept. is offering the following classes: • Nurse Aide I : MondayThursday, beginning July 9 thru October 1, from 9:00 am until 1:30 pm at the Ashe Campus. Tuition is $66.30. A math and reading pre-test as well as preregistration are required. Call for information about the pre­ test and pre-registration. • Motor Vehicle Dealer License Renewal: On Friday, July 20, from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm at the Ashe Campus. Tuition is $50.The Ashe County Summer Junior Tennis League will operate every Tuesday and Thursday, through July 19 from 10 a.m. - noon at the Ashe County High School tennis courts. This league is open to both boys and girls, 3rd grade up, and the one-time registration fee is $10. Come by any Tuesday and Thursday and register. For more information call Vickie Herman at 877-5656. Coping with Breast Cancer Treatment Learn to prevent lymphedema, fatigue, pain and soreness which can occur with treatment for breast cancer. Led by physical and occupa­ tional therapists who will share exercises, precautions, mas­ sage to help heal the body. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Inc. Class starts Monday, June 11th Meets the 2nd Monday of each month. Doors open at 5pm for informal sharing and oppor­ tunities to explore books and tapes in the Resource Room. Group lasts from 5:30-6:30. Location: Cancer Resource Center at the Seby B. Jones Cancer Center For more infor­ mation call the Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center at (828) 262-4332. Art for the Health of It: Expressive Arts Therapy For breast cancer survivors.. Through music, visual arts, movement, poetry and sto­ rytelling, we feel emotional release, inspiration, a sense of community and a remember­ ing of the beauty of life even in the midst of our darkest hours. We somehow know that all is not lost, and are rejoined to hope. Each class will explore a new expressive arts oppor­ tunity. You do not need to 'be an artist' to participate. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Inc. Program starts Monday, June 25, 2007 Meets the 4th Monday of each month. Doors open at 5pm for infor­ mal sharing and opportunities to explore books and tapes in the Resource Room. Group lasts from 5:30-6:30. Location: Cancer Resource Center at the Seby B. Jones Cancer Center. For more information call the Seby B.Jones Regional Cancer Center at (828) 262-4332. The Pink Ribbon Program Staying Strong Beyond Breast Cancer This program of pilates-based exercises is designed to strengthen and create flexibility, balance and physical empowerment for anyone with breast cancer, whether newly diagnosed, in treatment, or a survivor of sev­ eral years. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Inc. Meets twice weekly for six weeks starting Monday, June 11 at the Wellness Center. Class is offered Mondays, 12-1 and Wednesdays, 6-7. Pre-registration is required as class size is limited. Call Kathie Billing to pre-register and for more information, (828) 262 0098. Breast Cancer Support Program Whether you have just been diagnosed with breast cancer, or are in treatment or recovery, or a survivor of sev­ eral years, this free support program offers opportunities to share issues specific to breast cancer in a supportive and understanding group. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Inc. Meets twice a month on 1 st and 3rd Mondays. Doors open at 5pm for informal sharing and opportunities to explore books and tapes in the Resource Room. Group lasts from 5:30-6:30. Led by Carolyn Carr, LCSW Location: Cancer Resource Center at the Seby B. Jones Cancer Center For more information about any of these programs, call the Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center at (828) 262-4332. Watauga Wellness Cancer Program. A fitness program for patients actively receiving cancer treatment or those who have gone through treat­ ment in the past year, as well as spouses/caregivers. Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:00 -1:00 pm at the Wellness Center. Call Beth Ann Syers at (828) 266-1060 for more information. Believe it or not, it's time for the 10-year high school reunion for the Northwest Ashe Mountaineers Class of 1997! The reunion will be held at the old high school gym/lobby (now Ashe County Middle School) on Saturday, July 14th at 1:30 p.m. Backyard Burger will be providing the food and drinks ($7 per person donations accepted at event, $3.50 for kids). We'll also have some music from the good old days and, of course, your old friends will be there! Invitations will be mailed out to either cur­ rent addresses or permanent addresses. Feel free to email your address to Beverly Miller at bevnicolel @ yahoo.com just in case she doesn't have it! You can also email her with questions about the event. A lot has been blocked off for us at Twin Rivers for anyone who wishes to continue the fun later. Please call 866-982-3456 to make reservations before June 15th . Just tell them you're with the Northwest Ashe reunion. See ya'll there! Advanced tickets are now on sale for the Ola Belle Reed Homecoming Festival on August 17, 18 and 19. During the month of May get your 3-day pass for $15. Tickets outlets include the Ashe Arts Center in West Jefferson, Lansing Foods, Larry's Satellites and Bert's Baskets in downtown Lansing as well as the website. This year's fes- continued on page 11 Friday July 13 Beaver Creek Baptist Church announces their Vacation Bible School titled 'Take the Plunge and Make a Splash with Jesus." The VBS takes place July 1317. On the 13th and 14th, Bible School will be held at the Baptist Campground. On the 15th-17th, it will be held at the church. It will begin at 6:30 p.m. nightly, except for Saturday, when it will start at 9 a.m. Everyone is welcome! For more information or trans­ portation, call Rev. Johnny Goodman at 982-3524. Saturday July 14 2 p.m.: Wagoner Road Access. Fern Hike. Learn to identify the ferns of the Applachian Mountains as you hike the 1 mile trail. Sunday July 15 10 a.m.: Clifton Baptist Church, Pastor Mack Arnold Jr. and the congregation invite to everyone to come and help celebrate the church's 116th homecoiming. Guest singers will be the Melody Trio. A cov­ ered dish lunch will follow. 12:30 pm. Wagoner Access Road, Guided Canoe Trip. Join a Park Ranger for this 2 hour float down the Wild and Scenic New River. The trip will take approximately 2 hours from beginning to end. You will learn some basic canoe­ ing paddle strokes and other useful information to help you paddle safely. The Rangers will interpret many sights along the route. The trip will end with one of the local outfitters shut­ tling you back to the Wagoner Access Road. The trip is limited to 8 visitors per trip, so please call the park office to have your name added to the list. The outfitters charge a minimal fee for shuttling. Park phone num­ ber is 336-982-2587. 2 p.m.: Mountain Nature Hike at Mount Jefferson State Park. Meet the park ranger for a hike into the mountain forest habitats and explore the natu­ ral wonders of Mt. Jefferson. We will be walking on the trail -Wear sturdy shoes. Mt Olive Baptist Church announces VBS "Take the Plunge make a splash with Jesus" on July 15-20 at 7:00 pm each night with a Lite sup­ per at 6:00. Kickoff Saturday Pick the winner of the rgce & win $20! Be sure to watch the Pepsi 400 on Saturday, July 1th and play the NASCAR contest with the Jefferson Post. Please check our Friday, July 13th edition for the winner information on this race. Hf Pit: S-fcop for Prizes? Coinutest: Rtales 1- Musi be 21 year? old or older to enter i i I Race Pepsi 400 Daytona International Speedway 7-07-07 Race Winner Your Name _ I Your Address. I City. State. Phone# TIE BREAKER: (PLEASE GUESS THE NUMBER OF CAUTIONS DURING THIS RACE) Mail this form to: Jefferson Post, PO Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694, or bring by our office at 203 S. Second Ave. in West Jefferson 2. Only one (1) entry per person per race. Duplicate entries will void all entries for that person, for that race. You may enter as many separate races as you like throughout the contest. • 3. Entry form is published with the contest each race. In order to be eligible you must use the official entry form for that race from the JEFFERSON POST or its facsimile. 4. How to Win - Write down the name of the driver you think will win that week's race on the entry form. It you answer correctly, you win $20. In the event of a tie, the person guessing closest to the number of cautions during the race will win $20. 5. All entries must be received in the office of the JEFFERSON POST no later than 5:00pm the Friday before the race that is entered. Due to the change in ownership of the Jefferson Post, we are unable to continue to offer Bonus Points for the Nascar Contest. We will continue to award a weekly prize of $20 to the winner of the Nascar Contest. No Purchase Necessary to Win A Special Thanks To Our Great Sponsors WEST JEFFERSON CHEVROLET AN AMERICAN REVOLUTION West Jefferson, NC • 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy.net EMPIRE Chrysler • Jeep • Dodge! ^ Parker Tie Company Inc Building Supply and Hardware 19 South 3rii Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.parkertie.doitbest.com (336) 246-2611 King of tha Mountain New 2007 2000 West US Ram 1500 Reg Cab Hwy 421 L SXT4x2 wilkesboro, HC $13,888 866-380-2458 "r V BflM 1*5 CCS^Inc. @ YAM AH A of Jefferson! �PAGE 11 TUESDAY, JULY 3, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Find out how to help Westwood! continued from page 10 tival will feature Tim O'Brien, Jeff Little, White Top Mountain Band and more. The Ola Belle Reed Homecoming Festival is a fundraiser for the Greater Lansing Area Development Committee. For more informa­ tion, visit the website at www. olabellefest.com. AL-ANON (for family and friends of addicted persons): Meets on Wednesdays at the First Baptist Church in West Jefferson at noon. For details, call 384-1940. The Board of Elections meets the second Tuesday in each month at the Court House in Jefferson. These meetings are open to the public. New River Earth Institute NREI is a nonprofit educational foundation seeking to motivate individuals to examine person­ al actions, habits and values as they relate to environmen­ tal issues. It seeks to help individuals transform their lives by accepting responsibility for the earth and acting upon a commitment to it. The insti­ tute offers seven discussion courses for the community. For information please call Vicki at 336-246-2166. Online www. NewRiverEarthlnstitute.org Wilkes Community College - Ashe Center is offering: Home Inspection Exam Review On Monday, April 2 thru June 11, from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm at the Ashe Center. Tuition is $55 Until September: Get a free Smoke Detector for your home! It involves having either our fire marshal or a participat­ ing local fire department mem­ ber go out to your home, fill out a short survey about any exist­ ing smoke alarms and provide some fire safety education while completing the installation. This is made possible through the Ashe County Emergency Management Office. Call Community Outreach with your name, address and phone number and it will be passed on to the Office of Emergency Management and you will be contacted. Call 846-0781. Ashe County Dog Park Committee is seeking vol­ unteers for upcoming fund raisers! Call 336-877-2924 for more info. Ashe County Dog Park Committee needs your dona­ tions for an upcoming yardsale. All proceeds go to the Dog Park IBLP Seminar (Institute in Basic Life Principles) The Bible truly does have the solu­ tions to all the problems and situations the human race ev er had or ever will encounter. For those who are interested in searching deep enough we are offering to host a "Basic Life Seminar" in our home. This will require a commitment of one night a week for two to three hours a session for eight weeks. There will be no cost. Refreshments will be available. Work books are provided. If you are interested or would like more information, you may call: Dale or Arma at: 336-385-6129 or 336-877-7835 Ashe Central High School Class of '77 30 Year Reunion Plans are Underway!! Classmates - Please call or email with your current address, phone, e-mail, etc. If you would like to be part of the planning, let us know! We'll notify you of the next meeting. Contact: Jorena Koontz Barnes - 336667-7028 jorena.barnes® bankofamerica.com or Debbie Taylor Richardson - 336-3843605 glitch529@hotmail.com Our elementary schools need your help! Mountain View Elementary School is currently in need of monetary donations to help them buy books for children in conjunc­ tion with a visiting author pro­ gram about the county's roots. The book: Addie Clawson, Rural Mail Carrier is set in Ashe County and profiles the first female route carrier for the Postal Service in the county. Call the school at 336-9824200 for information on how you can help. The monthly meeting of the Watauga Chapter of NC Council for the Blind is held each second Friday at 10 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church on East King Street. Refreshments are served and the public and volunteers are invited! Weather cancellation: if the public schools are closed the meeting will not be held. For more information, call: 297- 5346 Your Ingles Advantage Card, Food Lion Card or Carolina West Wireless Account can help Westwood Elementary at no cost to you! Just link your account to our school today! Just visit the front office at Ingles, go to www.foodlion. com or write a brief not on your next Carolina West Wireless bill, and they do the rest. It only takes a few moments. For these or any other fundraisers that may be going on at Westood School, please call Linda Yakel at 846-1166 for more information. Smoothies & Shakes to Cool You Down! R£S?7' Ill Located in Roses parking lot in Jefferson Gourmet Coffee & Drinks • Milkshakes • Real Fruil Smoothies • Chai Tea Latte • Green Teas • Delicious Muffins & Quaker Granola Bars • 28 Different Flavored Lattes - including Sugar-Free Flavors Suga With Unbeatable Prices and Service On-Th'e-Go!! A Special Thank You! With this coupon take 250 Off Your next purchase! W±. HISTORIC FARMHOUSE HAS IT ALLI Open House July 7th St 8th 2pm - 5pm Beautiful mountain property with views of Three Top Mountain and North Fork of New River. Restored 1918 farmhouse with 5 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 fireplaces, large kitchen, dining, living room, cherry hardwood floors and wraparound porch. 6+ acres with apple trees, berries, grape vines and stream. Historic two story chestnut barn (floored for business use) and two outbuildings. Long road frontage on Hwy 88W and Baker Hollow Road. Well landscaped for privacy and attractiveness with fence, trees, flowers and shrubs. 336-655-3737 or 336-768-1463 Price: $335,000 Directions: Take 88W from Jefferson past Three Top Road to 14694 Hwy 88W. House on right, look for signs. PICTURES OF THE JftBIROIITlIB 102 S. Jefferson Ave. West Jefferson, NC 336-246-9133 You pay only for what you catch! We will clean and ice your catch! No limit or license is required. We supply equipment, tackle & bait! jbtronflakef • 336-9124447 Located at Shatley Springs Inn in Crumpler, NC 4 �PAGE 12 TUESDAY, JULY 3, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Senator Steve Goss reports on Assembly's work by Steve Goss North Carolina Senate Things continue to move at a brisk pace in Raleigh, and I am impressed at both the vol­ ume and the breadth of issues in the General Assembly. First and foremost on our agenda are the budget nego­ tiations with the House, and I am encouraged by the prog­ ress. North Carolina is the only state in the nation that requires counties to pay a fixed share of all Medicaid ser­ vices costs. The Senate budget made a commitment to a per­ manent solution to end coun­ ties' Medicaid burden. I am a member of the conference committee, consisting of rep­ resentatives from the Senate and House, which is working state budget become more on this issue. I am committed intense, I am struck by the to a solution that will protect continued need to emphasize the basic principle of fairness out counties. Our plan is fis­ cally responsible and also of­ in our deliberations. A good fers targeted tax relief for low- example is how some would state employees. income working families. This treat our issue is complex, but the goal Every day we are served by is not. We want to constrain hard working people who de­ higher property taxes required serve to be treated fairly and to fund rising healthcare costs provided a decent living wage and school construction needs in the state budget. Here's a case where I intend to do ev­ at the local level. I will continue fighting for erything I can to bring the a budget that protects our pri­ Golden Rule that we apply in orities in education, economic our local churches and com­ development and healthcare, munities to Raleigh. I will provides a living wage for our keep you updated as we move teachers and state workers closer to a final budget agree­ and invests in our state's fu­ ment. This week, the Senate also ture. As the negotiations on the passed several other signifi­ cant pieces of legislation: •A proposal to allow sameday voter registration at One Stop voting sites. •A measure that increases penalties and cracks down on fraud during the residential mortgage process. •Increased penalties for those who desecrate or van­ dalize graves or cemeteries. •Increased protections for victims of domestic violence, including easing the ability to change one's name as a pro­ tective measure. Finally, I wanted to update you on a Senate measure I've previously discussed. This week, the House passed the Senate bill which I sponsored to ban alcohol inhalers, which are popular on college cam­ puses and promise quick in­ toxication without actually drinking. I understand that the Governor will sign this bill into law shortly. I appreciate the many messages which I've received supporting our ef­ forts on this issue. In closing I wish you a happy 4th of July as we cel­ ebrate our Declaration of In­ dependence. The principles established in that brave act 231 years ago are as vital to our nation today as they were then. I am saddened by the ways we fall short of those principles but encouraged by the many acts of citizenship and patriotism which we see every day. Working together, I am certain that we will keep these principles alive for fu­ ture generations. I hope you'll join me with a prayer for our men and women serving in the defense of our country. Let us hope they will be with their families before the next 4th of July. My desire is to represent your interests in the State legislature to the best of my ability, and I need your help. Please email me at steveg@ ncleg.net or call me at (919) 733 5742. As always, please don't hesitate to let me know your thoughts on any other issue you feel is important. Thank you for the opportunity to serve you in the Senate. Adopt J N e w Best Friend Hi#-982-4297 These animals are available for adoption. 11 >1 i W vl'M u Foov old I t \« 1 did. Wrnl IMi• I nWltifi I Mjaj| ^ V M I UnM K )liyl .HOIUUl - M iir> old. Ionnd on . Tkjjimk Rd. r Critiitjtli M \l I Hi ski. a round I Mar old Pi M \ i i DM!. arffinb 1 uarold ASHE ANIMAL CONTROL 982-4060 Precious, who appears to be less than a year old is a very sociable little Sheltle that was found in the area of Hartsog Rd. and Is being cared for by wonderful Samaritans. If not claimed, she is available for adoption. These vivacious little kittles of 6 wks and their mom were headed for the shelter and thankfully decided to stay with our foster mom. Please help them and their mother find a home! Hard to believe someone would drop these beautiful kittles off on the porch of the Humane Society...th<y are socialized, sweet as hon^ and veiy handsome! The HS does not have staff on location and they could have perished out there!I Prancer is a 4 - 5 year old male, miniature collie who is veiy gentle, and needs lots of room to roam. He Is waiting for you to come take him home! Saturday Is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center Is located directly in front of the Armoty on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West lefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@stybest.com ACTA Shuttle Goes to SaturdaysJ f ACTA is Community Transportation designed to meet your transportation needs. If your needs require handling personal assistive devices i.e. wheel chair, walker, etc., we have special equipped vans. Our services are offered to people of all ages and abilities. Consider ACTA when your needs call for transportation. SHUTTLE SCHEDULE Mountain Village Apartments - 9:00am 10:00am 11:00am 12:00pm 1:00pm 2:00pm 3:00pm 4:00 Roses 9:03am 10 03am 11:03am 12:03am 1:03pm 2:03pm 3:03pm 4:03pm Food Lion - 9:04am 10:04am 11:04am 12:04pm 1:04pm 2:04pm 3:04pm 4:04pm Ashe Memorial Hospital • 9:07am 10:07am 11:07am 12:07pm 1:07pm :07pm 3 07pm 4:07pm West View Terrace Apartments- 9:22am 10:22am 11 22am 12:22pm 1:22pm 2:22pm 3:22pm 4:22pm West Jefferson. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 53 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 12 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-07-3 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/2c4b5a193f777108191f78d5ab59fcbe.pdf 16c25884dbd9e57bd566adaeea5c93d1 PDF Text Text Local camp award winners Friday page 1B July 6, 2007 Husky basketball finishes workouts 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jefTersonpost.com page 1B Local youth excel at Oak Hill Camp Volume 82, Issue 54 page 2B SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA 9INCE 1925 Soldier's action saves baby by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Capt. Adam Barlow, serving in Afghanistan, recently helped save the life of an Afghan woman and her unborn baby when he ordered the launch of a MEDEVAC helicopter to get her to a hospital after she had been shot in the belly.The baby was delivered early, but both survived, thanks to his action. Adam is the son of Jim and Kathy Barlow of Beaver Creek. He was deployed on Dec. 6, 2004 from Fort Bragg with the 82nd Airborne Division. He is currently in Afghanistan with the 4th Brigade Combat Team, working at headquarters com­ pany as Battle Captain. Adam's wife Amanda lives in Fayetteville with their daugh­ ter, 4-year-old Madalynn, and son Quinn, who will be 1 year old in August. Amanda has been serving with the Family Readiness Group for Adam's company. She recently attend­ ed the funeral of Major Larry Bauguess from Fort Bragg who was ambushed in Pakistan as he was getting on a helicopter to return to Afghanistan. His home was in Wilkes County. Amanda said that Adam is scheduled to come home for a couple of weeks leave in Au­ gust and they will celebrate Quinn's birthday and eqjoy be­ ing together as a family. Adam told the story of the injured Afghan woman and her baby to his father through online communication. The story also appeared on ABC News June 22. The video can be seen on www.abcnews.com. Go to the web site and type "Survival in the Middle East" into the search box to watch the video. "It's a wonderful story. Kathy and I were very moved and tickled that Adam was in­ volved in any way," said Jim Barlow. In his communication to his father, Adam said he got a call for a 9 line MEDEVAC for a lo­ cal national pregnant woman who had been shot in the belly with an AK-47. He launched the MEDEVAC to go get her, and she was about an hour away in a rural area.According to the story on ABC, she had been shot by a male relative. Photo courtesy of James C. Barlow Jim Barlow of West Jefferson shared this photo of his son, Capt. Adam Barlow, who is serving with the 82nd Airborne in Afghanistan. Adam recently participated in the rescue of a pregnant Afghan woman who had been shot in the belly. The MEDEVAC picked her up and took her to the nearest higher level of care, Adam re­ ported. She was approximately eight months pregnant and had to be delivered by C-section due to loss of fluid and the gunshot wound. The bullet pierced the baby boy's back and exposed his lung, but he was born alive at approximately 5 lbs. 6 oz. Jim Barlow told his son, "Even though you weren't re­ ally there you were involved and you save lives. Way to go! These are the kinds of things that always make me really proud of you." Adam responded by saying, "Thanks, although I didn't re­ ally do anything except launch the bird the docs and the Big Man Upstairs took care of the rest." Adam later told his fa­ ther that he moved the woman and her baby to the Kabul Chil­ dren's Hospital, and said the baby was doing just fine and would be perfectly normal. ABC News reported that the name given to the baby by his mother means "Blessed by God." _ „ . _ . Photos courtesy of James C. Barlow Ashe County native Capt. Adam Barlow, serving in Afghanistan, participated in the rescue of an Afghan woman and her unborn child when she was shot in the belly. Adam launched a MEDEVAC helicopter to find her and take her to a hospital where her baby was delivered and both mother and child were treated for gunshot wounds. Both have recovered. Relay for Life coming July 20 Can you believe that July is here already? And that means that the American Cancer Society Relay for Life is just around the corner. On Friday, July 20, Ashe County High School is the place you and your family will want to be. It will be a night to celebrate all the "Stars" of Ashe County, those who have battled cancer and won, those still in the fight and those never to be for­ gotten. It will be a chance for families to have a great night filled with wonderful food, fun and entertainment, while at the same time work­ ing towards the goal of mak­ ing cancer a disease of the past. There will also be some­ thing new on the field that night that Ashe County Relay for Life attendees have never seen before and children (young and old) will want to try Flexflying! Flexflying (www.flexflying.com) uses up RELAY FOR LIFE to four sturdy trampolines that allow the user to soar up to 30 feet using bungee cords which are attached to a har­ ness for safety. What child doesn't dream of flying? They will love this event! According to the web site: FlexFlying is "A multi sta­ tion super trampoline that enables a normal person to jump extremely high in the air and accomplish gravity defying maneuvers like flips and somersaults. This unit has been tested and approved by the most stringent gov­ erning bodies in the amuse­ ment business and meets or exceeds the 1992 edition of the ASTM F24 standards for amusement rides. The unit is constructed of lightweight aluminum, sturdy trampo­ lines, comfortable harness system and extremely strong hardware. It is operated by trained personnel who are responsible for the patrons See Relay, page 5A Clearing the way Post photo by Linda Burchette Property owner Sammy Church watches (at left) as the remnants of an old building on his site burns to the ground.The burning of the former Bargain Box building was planned and carried out Monday evening by the West Jefferson Volunteer Fire Department. They had planned to use the burning as a training exercise, but the building went up so quickly they did not have time to send anyone In.The old motel and former KFC building were also demolished as the site Is prepared for new business and housing. Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpo8t.com circulation@jeffersonpo8t.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffer8onpost.com Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,583 U.S. service people killed (as of 7/3) 26,558 U.S. service people wounded (as of 7/3) Signing at Skyland Books Amateur radio testing session Marlene Rose of Raleigh will sign copies of her novel, Seven, No More, on Saturday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Skyland Books and Gifts. The book is a tale of growing up in a cotton mill village during the Great Depression and World War II. Rose grew up in Johnston County, N.C., and operated her own business, Benle Ma, for more than 30 years. She always dreamed of becoming a writer and after taking a year off from her busi­ ness, she completed this book, which is based on her childhood experiences. The Ashe County Amateur Radio Club will be holding an amateur radio VE testing session on Sunday, Aug. 12, 2 p.m. local time, at the Ashe County Airport near Jefferson. Testing will be available for all license classes. The test fee is $14, and correct change will be appreciated. If interested please contact Adam Lawler WK4P at 336-246-8815 days, 336-846-1525 eve­ nings or at cqwk4p@yahoo.com. Preregisration is appreciated. �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, JULY 6, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Is clutter destroying the peace of your home? by Maria Cilley (FlyLady) Special to the Post Clutter has invaded the sacred peace of your home. It is tearing you and your fam­ ily apart. When are you going to get fed up with toss him out on his ear. 1 know you have been decluttering and bagging up stuff for weeks now, but have you gotten it out of your home for good. What is the sense in bagging it up, if you have to continue to look at the bags of stuff pile up in the hallway or against a wall? When you just bag it up and move it from one place to another, you are not deal­ ing with the problem. Do you know what happens when it continues to stay in your home? The bags will find a 3 times. Now most of what went into it was debris from the construction, Robert and I did purge several tons from our basement. I almost hated to see the dumpster taken away. It had become a very effective tool in our declut­ tering process. You have to get your mind ready to declutter your home. This excess stuff is weigh­ ing you down and keeping you from FLYing. STUFF is something that undermines family fun. Just look at what this clutter is doing to your children, husband and most of all to you. You can't find things in all the mess. You feel guilty because of the mess. You snap at your family when things are messy. You are fussy with your husband and he with you. Clutter thrives on unrest; ASK FOR FOR 12 MONTHS e 7he closing years of life are like the end of a masquerade ' party, Are you Ready to FLY without this weight! For more help getting rid of your CHAOS; check out her website and join her free mentoring group at www. FlyLady.net or her book, Sink Reflections published by Ban­ tam and her New York Times • Best Selling book, Body Clut­ ter published by Fireside. Copyright 2007 Maria Cilley Used by permission in this publication. LOUJE'S Let's Build Something Together . PATIO NITURE LECTIONS ALL FULL-SIZE IN-STOCK GAS GRILLS Dcccunl lawn on lowaa marked pnce, applied at register Whtosuppiw last See store for details. 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The groom, Justin Charles Stuart, is the son of Ray and Cole Stuart. They will be united in a double ring ceremony at Tuckerdale Baptist Church in Lansing, N.C., on July 14, 2007. Alicia Miller willbe the maid of honor. Bridesmaids will be Jessica Stuart, Re- Lauren Patanio of West Jefferson would like to an­ nounce the birth of her daughter, Savannah Lynn Patanio. She was born June 28, 2007, at Ashe Memorial Hospital, weighed 8 pounds and 5 ounces and was 20 inches long. She will be wel­ comed home by big sister Hannah Lynn Griffin. Rebecca Crawford and becca Steel and Terri Eller. Kaley and Morgan Key will serve as junior bridesmaids. Chris Stuart will be best man. Andy Blevins, Travis Chrisawn and Zeb Pritchard will be ushers. Meredith Key and Tiera Blevins will be flower girls, while Caden Stuart will be ringbrear. Kayla and Brit­ tany Stuart will be guest register attendants. The couple plans a honey­ moon to Cozumel and Costa Maya, Mexico. They will make their home in Lan­ sing. Nathaniel Cole of Lansing would like to announce the birth of their daughter, Ava Lily Cole. She was born July 1, 2007, at Ashe Memorial Hospital, weighed 8 pounds, and was 20 inches long. She will be welcomed home by grandparents Curtis and Dawn Crawford, Stacey Crawford, and Daniel and Lisa Cole. day, May 8, 2007 at Watauga Medical Center. He weighed 5 pounds, 9 ounces and was 18.5 inches long. He is the grandson of Vel and Cathy Pierce of West Jefferson, N.C. (MS)—Family reunions are a great way to reconnect with those relatives whom you don't see on a regular basis. Part of the fun of these reunions is seeing how every­ one has changed from year to year and enjoying some recre­ ation and good food. Even though the compan­ ionship of family could be entertainment enough, those planning family reunions should also devise other ways to amuse reunion attendants. Here are family-friendly ac­ tivities you can try: 1. Baby picture trivia: Have each person send you a baby picture, which you then af­ fix to a giant poster. Reunion attendants get to guess who each person is. The one with the most correct guesses can win a prize. 2. Organize a family scav­ enger hunt: Everyone gets handed a sheet with income plete statements, such as, "What was Grandma Mary's maiden name?" Reunion folks will intermingle trying to complete the answers. 3. Hire a caricature artist: He or she can sketch funny pictures of family members. Others will eiyoy watching the progress of the artist and gauging accuracy. 4. Design a family mural: Bring a large roll of postal paper or some other heavy­ weight paper, markers, paints or other "creative" items. Have all reunion participants join in creating a mural of a cohesive theme or freestyle artwork. 5. Play sports: Softball or other team games, such as volleyball or dodgeball, can be organized and work well with large groups of people. You can separate teams in advance or assign everyone a team based on the color Tshirt they are wearing. 6. Build a sandcastle: If the reunion is held at a beach RALEIGH — Transporta­ tion Secretary Lyndo Tippett has announced that volun­ teer groups, state agencies and community organizations worked together to remove more than 2.5 million pounds of litter from North Carolina roads during the 2007 Spring Litter Sweep. The statewide litter cleanup took place April 14-28. "Litter sweeps play an im­ portant role in improving the condition of our highways and encouraging people not to litter," Tippett said. "I ap­ preciate the efforts of our crews and volunteers to make the 2007 Spring Litter Sweep a success and hope that their efforts will emphasize the dif­ ference we can make by work­ ing together to protect North or a park with a lot of sand, hold contests as to what team can create the most elaborate sandcastle. 7. Tug of war: Bring a large nylon rope (25 feet long) and set up opposing teams. See who can get the flag over on their side or make it really interesting (and messy) by holding the tug of war over a puddle. 8. Sack races/egg toss: These activities seem to go hand-in-hand with family re­ unions. 9. Slide show: If you'll have access to electricity, organize a slide show on your comput­ er of various family moments throughout the year. You can scan in old photographs and intersperse with newer, digi­ tal ones. Capture a few pics during the reunion and add them to the slide show lastminute as a bonus surprise. Carolina's natural resources." NCDOT employees, AdoptA-Highway groups, N.C. Department of Correction inmate crews, Community Service Work Program par­ ticipants and volunteers from civic groups and community organizations such as N.C. Keep America Beautiful af­ filiates and N.C. Big Sweep participated in the two-week sweep. 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Then the nation will see how many people she was working with were killed, how many spent their lives in prison, how many inno­ cent people—who never knew her secret job—suf­ fered as a result of what the Bush White House did. By then, perhaps, we will be able to trace the deep roots of this outing to the very battlefields of the War on Terror—and understand how many of our uniformed men and women died or were wounded because of the cynical political game of Karl Rove and the presi­ dent and vice president. In the meantime, it is far past time for the U.S. House of Representatives to act and for someone to intro­ duce articles of impeach­ ment against George Bush and Richard Cheney. Their crimes are many and mani­ fest, and mostly have been done in the open for the world to see. It is only the cowardice of a gutless Democratic House leader­ ship that prevents the battlelines from already being drawn. It is likely that the Republicans can scrounge up enough votes in the Senate to prevent convic­ tion, and the Bush-Cheney Gang will limp on until their most welcome departure in January 2009. But at least impeachment proceedings will keep them occupied— and less dangerous to the nation—for the rest of their term in office. They have led us into a disastrous war based on lies. They have sought to overturn the Bill of Rights. They have claimed unprec­ edented executive powers in arresting and detaining people, including citizens, on what have often proved to be unsubstantiated charges. And the list could continue at length. If Thomas Jefferson, whose portrait graces this page, were alive, his opin­ ion of our present govern­ ment—executive, legislative and judicial—would likely lead him to dust off some­ thing he wrote in Virginia in 1775: A Declaration on the Necessity of Taking Up Arms. Our President George, in fact, makes King George look like an amateur when it comes to would-be tyrants. Fortunately, our present system provides a gentler, lawful cure: impeachment. We urge Rep. Virginia Foxx to display the true cour­ age of a patriot and be the member of Congress who finally introduces articles of impeachment against this criminal pair. -moe* Q&N* WAP "CtPAKT\jBK>" AND ARRIVAL*"? Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Production Manager/Webmaster Copy Editor Sports Editor Office Manager Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Linda Burchette Kelly Elliott Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Sandra Osborne Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Bush and Libby To the Editor: President Bush condones criminal conduct. It's as simple as that. Over the last two weeks he has shown it on multiple occasions. First, he refused to honor subpoenas from the Senate on two dif­ ferent issues, citing 'Execu­ tive Privilege'. His counsel sent a letter stating that the President would NOT allow former aides to testify, nor would he provide the request­ ed documents. Now just to remind everyone, the Consti­ tution setup the government so that the Congress and Sen­ ate could keep the executive branch in check. If they can­ not subpoena the president or vice-president's records, or get testimony from people in meetings, then they cannot fulfill that responsibility and the executive branch is free to do whatever they want. That is also called a Dictator­ ship. The only way to correct this is for all of you to con­ tact your representatives and DEMAND that the executive branch answer to the Legisla­ tive Branch. Unless, of course, YOU condone criminal con­ duct - do you? Jeff Cannon West Jefferson More on the zoo To the Editor: I attended the May County Commisioners meeting to ^l Letters to the Editor support Keith Stroud in try­ ing to avoid having the New River Zoo closed down. Judy Porter Poe voted to close the zoo outright and Gary Bar­ bour suggested closing the fa­ cility while they deliberated on what action to take. The commissioners eventually decided that it would have to remain closed until addition­ al insurance and compliance conditions are met. While Mr Blackburn praised Mr. Stroud for the professional way in which he runs the zoo, he along with the other com­ missioners kept harping on public safety. The main reason my wife and I moved to this county was because of its beauty, af­ ter we'd been here awhile we started seeing the junkyards. Now, not only are they an eyesore but they are a pub­ lic health hazard, have the commissioners never heard of West Nile Virus? Junk cars and other items found in junkyards are containers for stagnant water, mosquitos breed in stagnant water and mosquitos carry West Nile Virus. If as much energy and dispatch had been used in getting rid of the junkyards as seen in the efforts in at­ tempting to close down the zoo these running sores that mar the beauty of Ashe County would be gone. Half -hearted efforts to clean them up have been going on for two years and although the amount of junk has diminished in some dumps the mess is still there to a great extent. However Mr. Stroud is an outsider, he Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 byjefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. is not related to, he did not go to school with and he does not go to church with anyone in this county, so why should he expect to be treated with the same leniency as some local good old boy who's only putting the public's health at risk and ruining the scenery? Also I'd like Gary to know that even though we're friends he's going to have to work hard to get my vote the next time around. Oh, and Ms. Porter Poe forget it! I should add that Mr. Blackburn was the only com­ missioner who admitted to having ever visited the zoo. Knowing this item was com­ ing up on their agenda the commissioners should have made a tour of the zoo prior to the meeting and making any decisions on the matter. Mike Sawyer West Jefferson Five North Carolina books worth a read Today, I am going to give you a list of North Carolina related books for you to con­ sider for your summer read­ ing—or for you to suggest for your book club's upcoming season? Why am I doing this? If you know me well, you already know the answer. Here is a hint: Take a look at the dates beside each entry. Still wonder why? I will give the answer later on in the col­ umn. These ten suggestions are all different. So there will be at least one of them that is right for you. And they all have a North Carolina con­ nection, which increases the likelihood that you will know something about the book's setting or its subject matter and its author. 1. J. Peder Zane's "The Top Ten." Zane is the former book editor of the Raleigh News & Observer. He got more than 100 top writers to list and rank "the ten greatest works of fiction of all time." The re­ sult: a total of almost 550 dif­ ferent books, all of which are briefly summarized, on the assumption that there is no way that you and I could be familiar with all of them."The Top Ten" is a great choice for a book club, because with a modest amount of reading there are lots of b o o k s and au­ thors to discuss. (July 6, 8) 2.Mike Easley's " L o o k Out Col­ D.G. Martin lege, Here I Come!" Yes, our governor has written a children's book. And, yes, he really did write it in "Dr. Seuss" style. His sister provided colorful illustrations—all with the idea of getting young children to get a positive idea of their getting a college edu­ cation. (July 13,15) 3. Michele Bowen's "Holy Ghost Corner." This "African American Christian" novel, set in Durham, gives its read­ ers a humorous and serious inside look at the ups and downs of modern church life and church people. (July 20, 22) 4. Neal Thompson's "Driv­ ing with the Devil: Southern Moonshine, Detroit Wheels and the Birth of NASCAR" has a title that tells it all. (July 27, 29) 5. Joseph Bathanti's "Cov­ entry" is the fictional story of a North Carolina prison guard, his family, and the stress of complex and com­ promising responsibilities. (August 3, 5) 6. Joanna Catherine Scott's "The Road from Chapel Hill" is a compelling Civil War tale that features the intersect­ ing lives of a former southern plantation belle whose fam­ ily has fallen on hard times, a "red neck" white farm boy, and a slave. It's It is fiction, but it challenges the "myth" that there were few white supporters of the Union in North Carolina. (August 10, 12) 7. James Dodson's "Beauti­ ful Madness" is this Southern Pines based, award- winning golfing writer's description of his love affair with plants and gardens in North Caro­ lina and all over the world. (August 17,19) 8. Dan Heath's "Made to Stick: "Why do some ideas thrive while others die?" Heath, a consultant to Duke University's Corporate Edu­ cation program, co-authored this national best seller with his brother, a Stanford pro­ fessor. In a most entertain­ ing way they teach us ways to make our ideas "stick" in the minds of our audience. (Au­ gust 24, 26) 9. Margaret Maron's "Hard Row" is the 13th in her series Contact your representatives Washington Raleigh Senate Governor Sen. Elizabeth Dole 555 Dirksen Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 (202) 224-6342 Gov. Michael F. Easley Office of the Governor 20301 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-0301 Sen. Richard Burr 217 Russell Senate Office Building Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. yj* w 1-800-662-7952 Mailroom Department PAGE 4A FRIDAY, JULY 6, 2007 Senate Washington, DC, NC 20510 Sen. Steve Goss Phone: (202) 224-3154 1118 Legislative Building, 16 W. Jones St. House of Representatives Raleigh, NC 27601-2808 Phone: (919)733-5742 Rep. Virginia Foxx House of Representatives 430 Cannon House Office Building Rep. Cullie Tarleton Washington, DC 20515 2221 Legislative Building, 16 W. Jones St. phone: 202-225-2071 Raleigh, NC 27601-1096 919-733-7727 of murder mysteries featuring Deborah Knott, a North Car­ olina District Court Judge. Maron's blend of unsolved murders and her rural North Carolina characters have made her the favorite author of many readers. (August 31, September 2) 10. James Peacock's "Grounded Globalism: How the U.S. South Embraces the World" sets out a new way of looking at how our region is adapting to, resisting, and embracing the changes that the so-called "flat world" has brought to us. Some parts of UNC Professor Peacock's book are heavy reading, but it is also full of good Southern stories that will make you smile as your head goes up and down in agreement. (Sep­ tember 7, 9) Why then have I suggested these 10 books? Right! They are the books that I will be discussing with their au­ thors during the next weeks on UNC-TVs North Carolina Bookwatch on Fridays at 9:30 p.m. and Sundays at 5 p.m. I hope you will be watch­ ing even if you don't read the books. D.G. Martin is the host of UNC-TVs North Carolina Bookwatch, which airs Fri­ days at 9:30 p.m.. and Sun­ days at 5 p.m. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �PAGE 5A FRIDAY, JULY 6, 2007 JEFFERSON POST FROM THE FRONT Riverview Endowment Fund to hold auction, bazaar and sale The Riverview Endow­ ment Committee will hold its first auction, bazaar and sale, to take place at the Riverview Community Center Gym in Creston, on Saturday, July 14, beginning at 9 a.m., rain or shine. They will provide ta­ bles to be rented for $10 each and are open to all who wish to participate. Any items can be sold except for clothing. Gather your 'stuff or things you may no longer need and make someone happy with their newfound treasure! Only the $10 rental fee for the table will benefit the fund. As an added attraction the 'Riverview Red Hatters' will sponsor a table with a vari­ ety of 'specialty items' and of course, Red Hat Whimsy! All proceeds from the Red Hat table will be donated to the Endowment Fund. Come see, meet and thank these special ladies for all they do for this very important cause. The committee members 'tip their hats' to the Red Hatters of Riverview. The sale will consist of items and interest for young and old alike, such as toys, games, fishing and golfing equipment, living plants and many items too numerous to mention, and all at bargain prices! Refreshments and drinks may also be purchased. Mark your calendars and come out to help make this a special day. Meet all your friends and neighbors and say hello to the Endowment committee members. Come sell, bid or buy. Ei­ ther way, we all win! Items to be auctioned are shown below. In addition, there is also a classic 1979 Mercury Monarch, which rims and only has 64,000 original miles, which will be offered at the event. To rent a table, call Greg at 385-1656 or Jennie at 3851433. Vets to be honored at Christmas in July by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor All veterans are invited to attend a special recognition ceremony planned during the Christmas in July Festival this weekend in downtown West Jefferson. Following the Civil War battle re-enactment Saturday afternoon by the 101st Virgin­ ia Cavalry, Washington Rifles, and other participating units, all local veterans, whether ac­ tive, Reserves or retired, will be recognized. The battle is scheduled to begin around 3 p.m. in the West Jefferson town park, and recognition should take place around 4 p.m. This is not only a way to offer recognition to veterans past and present, but a pre­ view of a week-long salute to veterans planned for next month. The Jeffersons Rotary Club, and especially Presi­ dent-Elect Vicky Moody, is working on Ashe County Armed Forces Appreciation Aug. 19-25 concluding with Military Appreciation Day on zations will all be a part of this week long event. Our celebration will culminate on Saturday, Aug. 25 with a spe­ cial lunch to be held at our National Guard Armory for veterans, active service mem­ bers and invited guests. This will be followed by an entire day of activities at the Family Central Sports Complex that will include service members' families and community sup­ porters. There will be no fees, costs or charges for participat­ ing as all events will be spon­ sored by financial contribu- Aug. 25 at Family Central in Jefferson. "During the week of Aug. 19, we will be hosting and sponsoring a number of events to honor our nation's military heroes, past and present," said Moody. "These events will in­ clude active military from all branches of our Armed Forces, including our local 1450th and 1451st Transport Units of the National Guard, as well as all veterans who have ties to our area. Ashe County's local gov­ ernment, churches, schools, businesses and civic organi­ Metz speaking at my program for our weekly Rotary meet­ ing developed into a special recognition of all the veterans and active military of Ashe County, with those individu­ als filling the Armory to its capacity," said Moody. "This group included 89 of the ap­ proximately 180 remaining World War II veterans attend­ ing as special guests, bearing mementos of their service so many years ago. When the ac­ tive military and reservists currently serving are com­ bined with the approximately 3,000 veterans in this sparsely populated county of 26,000, it is rare to find someone with­ out personal knowledge of or relation to one of that num­ ber. However, my belief is that there is not a single individ­ ual in the country who is not affected by the service given by these dedicated men and women. Recently the spouse of a career special forces indi­ vidual reminded me why our club is doing something of this magnitude - we have that duty simply because we are Americans. Lt. General Metz is returning and Br. General Richard Tryon of the Marine Corp will be attending." "The goal of the Jeffersons Rotary Club's Ashe County Armed Forces Tribute is to recognize, respect and honor active soldiers and veterans of all branches of the military for their great sacrifices. By giving their loyalty, time, ef­ fort and lives to our country, these men and women exem­ plify the Rotary motto 'Service above Self.' The United States of America - Home of the Free, Because of the Brave." Please join in this grass­ roots effort with any sugges­ tions or support you can offer. All veterans are encouraged to contact Moody in order to be included in the recognition, and if anyone knows of a vet­ eran who should be included, please let her know. Moody can be reached at: P.O. Box 1045, Jefferson, NC 28640, at 336-246-4344—vmoody® afgrp.com (office) or 336-8772552—vmoody@skybest.com (home). Want to naYe money? Wu1kMBCiri.lkM& to 'tJauB •feflersoii f*osit today! Now in Digital Sound SHOWTIME Sun-Thurs 7PM Only Fri & Sat 7 & 9 PM Post photo by Linda Burchette A Civil War re-enactor portraying Gen. Robert E. Lee during last year's encampment. While the re-enactors recall the days of that war, living veterans will be honored during this year's Christmas in July Festival. Relay continued from front page being securely strapped into the harnesses and monitor­ ing them during the ride." Of course, the night of Relay wouldn't be complete without the Luminary ser­ vice, and if you haven't ob­ tained your luminaries yet, please visit the Relay for Life tent at Christmas in July on Saturday, July 7. You don't want to miss the opportunity to honor or remember your family and friends by hav­ ing their Luminary placed around the track that night. And finally, if you are a cancer survivor, the American Cancer Society, Ashe County Chapter, would love for you to join them on Thursday, July 12 at 7 p.m for an Ice Cream Social in your honor. Survi­ vors of any age are invited to attend because this is a night to honor you for fight­ ing and beating this terrible disease. Please join your fel­ low "Stars" at Mount Jeffer­ son Presbyterian Church in West Jefferson. If you have questions about any of these events, please do not hesitate to call the Ashe County co-chairs for Relay, DeAnna S. Lewis and Amy Dollar. You may reach DeAnna at (828) 9643930 and Amy at 877-3949. For other questions or infor­ mation about cancer, please call the American Cancer So­ ciety toll free at l-(800) ACS2345. Don't miss one minute of Relay for Life this year! Help fight cancer, and have a good time doing it. tions and in-kind donations. I have also made arrangements for a live satellite feed with a U.S. Army unit in Iraq, and am in the process of fiiiding comparable units outside the continental United States with the U.S. Navy, Air Force, Marines and National Guard. A website is being developed to provide a video stream that will make the event available to anyone in the world who has internet access." "Last year, what began simply as Lt. General Tom Sunday, July * j* Vacat'*011 Renf July 6 -12,2007 inlcilctlcilciicucilnlcildicilnlwiicitole. 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Although Bangladesh, a country about the size of Ar­ kansas, is considered a mod­ erate Muslim nation, the in­ fluence of Islamic teachers is significant, especially among the many non-literate people living in villages outside Ban­ gladesh's larger cities. Yet, God's love knows no boundaries in this country of 149 million people, 86 percent of whom follow Islam. New ways to reach out to the lost people of Bangladesh are emerging. Though many people in the villages cannot read the Bible, "If you ItellJ it in story form, you've got a group of listeners like you wouldn't believe," vol­ unteer Ed Schneider, 71, said. Last fall, a radio program began doing just that through­ out Bangladesh, via a drama in which a Muslim-background believer uses the Koran as a bridge to share about Jesus with two of his friends. The program's nine epi­ sodes repeat at the end of each cycle. The first episode shares truths about Isa (Jesus) from the Koran, using various vers­ es to point to the truth of the Injil (New Testament), which many Muslims also consider holy. Then, the second episode begins sharing the full story of the Good News. Muslims believe there are 99 known names for Allah, but that 100 names exist, the last being unknown to man. Setting forth Isa as the 100th name, Christians are able to share the Gospel message, beginning with passages in the Koran. Most of the Muslims the program reaches do not have a clear knowledge of what the Koran says and their imams, or religious teachers, tell them that today's Bible is corrupt. "They know so much, but they know it so wrongly," said Claire Mwendo, 31, a volunteer who spent time in many villag­ es getting feedback from those listening to the program. Upon launching the pro­ gram, a group of Bangladeshi Christians tried to establish listening groups in various vil­ lages by searching for persons of peace (see Luke 10) to give radios. Along with the radios, the group also gave a challenge: that the villagers listen to the program for three months after which someone would return to discuss the program with them. They also set up a phone number and post office box for listeners to ask questions. "It started out slowly, but lately calls and letters have begun to pour in," program rep­ resentative Dean Kaufman* said. Rasul*, 20, a Bangladeshi Christian who is a primary call-taker for the program, said feedback has been very positive and most people want to know more. "There have been a few [negative calls]," he admitted. "They accuse us of telling lies, but in those cases, we send the caller the information and ask them to compare it to the Ko­ ran." The next step is turning the listening groups into fully func­ tioning house churches. With this in mind, the Christians go to villages to answer questions in person, find out how the people are responding to the program and, when appropri­ ate, challenge the villagers to follow Christ. "I was amazed at how they listened to us and accepted us," volunteer Betty Schneider, 69, said. Since the words of the imams (local Muslim leaders) are so central to the villagers' faith, Christian believers arriv­ ing to teach the truths of Christ stir consideration of the Gospel among the people, Rasul said. The Christians are able to put a valuable visible presence be­ hind the truths that the people hear on the radio. "We can't go everywhere ... but the radio — that's a good way," Rasul said. *Name changed for security purposes. ? T H E ILLUSTRATED BIBLE reveals the deep things of darkness and brings deep shadows into the light. Landmark Baptist Church JOB 12:22 CBy/State Da,B LanSing, NC Sat. July 7, 2007 6 PM Time COOKOVT 4 PM lnfo © 2007 by King Features Syndicate. Inc. World rights reserved, Linda Blevins 336-384-2201 www.KevinSponcerandFriends.tom Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA Pastor George Norris 246-2979 220 Lynch Colvurd Rd.. Jefferson. NC Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Assembly of God Church Bald Mtn. Baptist Church 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman Corner of Faw-Roland A McNeil Sis • Jefferson (8S West - Left on McNeil, One Block) Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a m Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00p.m. ~ Bethany United Methodist Church Blue Ridge Worship Center 336-877-2801 Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 495 Highway 194 South Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs Sunday School -10:00 am Sunday Worship Service 11:00 am & 6:00pm Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 am. "And He led them as far as to Bethany . and He blessedthem " Luke24:50 "Join us in worship to Christ" Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 Sunday Morning Worship 8:30AM and 11 :00AM Family Time - 9:30AM Sunday School - 10;Q0AM Sunday Evening Worship 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study 6:45PM Services en Espanol Sabados a las - 6:00PM Clases de ESL Scrvicios a las - 7:00PM "< Vime as you are. you will be loved Sunday School 10:00a.m. Worship & Praise 11:00 a m Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m Robert St. off Bare (Church) 846-9378 St Francis of Assisi Catholic Church 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh Main A Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass - 9:00 am Saturday Evening Mass 5:00pm English & 7:00PM Spanish Weekday Morn. Mass - Call for times Church of Christ at West Jefferson Cornerstone Fellowship 221 Burnett St. (Off Buck Mtn Road) Barneit St. • West Jefferson 846-3954 1460 Bald Mtn Rd.. West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service - 11:00am Sunday Evening Worship • 7:00pm Wednesdtiv Evening - 7 00pm Sunday School 10:00 a.m Morning Worship 11.00 a.m Evening Service 6:30p.m. Everyone Welcome! Sunday Worship 11:00a.m. Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 Deep Ford Rd., Lansing Sunday School at 10:00 a m Worship at 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00 p.m. Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00pm. Sunday School 9:50 a m Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 7,00p.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7:00p.m. "A Life Worth Living!" Healing Springs Baptist Church Jefferson United Methodist Church Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor Ml. Jefferson Baptist Church Rev. Keith Casey 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson, NC (336) 246-4764 Non-Denominational Casual & Contemporary Saturday Night 7:00p.m. Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. 891 Friendship Baptist Church KdJrlTcrsun. NC Rev. David Grinneli • 982-2080 Sunday School -9 00am Sunday Worship Servicer -10 00 a m. Sunday Evening Services - 6:00 p.m Wednesday Evening Service - 7-00 p m Services: Sunday School 10:00 a m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Jim Dawes, Minister Friendly Grove Baptist Church —-**"" Friendship Baptist Church Fleetwood, NC Pastor, Chris Cox Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church Doug Frazier. Minister Sun Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:QU p m Wednesday 7:00p.m. Bible Study 846-5615 Church Office or 846-5616 Preacher s Residence Big Flatts Baptist Church Beaver Creek Christian Church Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 115 East Main St., Jefferson, NC 9178 Old Hwy 16 • Grumpier. NC Sunday School • 1Q:00A. M (336) 246-9512 Sunday Morning Worship Service- 11:00A.M. Sunday Evening Worship Service - 7 OOP. M 9:00 a.m Early Worship 9:45 a.m - Sunday School for all ages 11:00 a.m. - Formal Worship Service We invite you to join us for a God centered. family worshipping experience. Wednesday Evening Service - 7-00P.M Church: 982-9210'Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience Mount Jefferson Mt. Paddy Church North Beaver Baptist Pastor: Tim Rolen (Episcopalian) Billy Robinson - Pastor Adult Sunday School - 9:30 AM Childrens Sunday School - 10:00 AM Worship • 11:00AM Worship limes: Sunday School - 9:30 A.M. Worship • 10:30 A.M. Sunday Preaching Service - 6:00 P.M. Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study • 7:00 P.M. 846-7481 Hi- have a nursery andchildren churches available "Loves you and wants you to fellowship with us every Sunday!" Hwy. 163 West Jefferson Pastor Rivlt Miller Sunday School • I0:0t) a.m Morning Worship • 11:1)0 am Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00 p m. Smethport Independant Baptist Church Warrensville United Methodist Church Office Phone JJ6-W2-W/fi • Ret. Louie Jona • Pastor 9:45 a m. Sunday • Sunday(School 11:00 a.m Swutay • Worship Service 6:30 p m. Sunday • Sunday Night Service 6:00p m Monday • TE A M 10:00am Tuesday •Joy in the Morning 7 ()0p.m. Wednesday ' Praver Meeting Parish of the Holy Communion Presbyterian Church Nursery provided for all services VlL Jefferson Church of the Nazarene Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2042 Pastor Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 1549 Hwy 194 South • Todd (I mi. offHwy 221) SUNDAY - Sunday School 10 00A M Worship //:00AMand6:00PM MONDAY - Community Care 6:00PM (Prayer A Outrettchi WEDNESDAY- Family Night 7 00PM (All ages) (Missions Ministry. Van Ministry: Tien Time) 'A Churthfocused - on faith, family A the future" Baldinountainchurch.org Email: Baldmountain@skybest.com Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m Baldwin Community Church «« Pastor James T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 194 and 88 West. Smethport. NC Sunday School 9:45 am. • Worship 11:00 a m Sunday Night Services 6:30 p m Wednesday Service 7:00p.m Missions Building by Faith Promise 192 Church Street 336-384-3391 Sunday School ~ 10:00AM Worship ~ 9:00AM Visitors become family We would love to have you come worship with us. Seventh-Day Adventist Church of Warrensville Pastor: Kevin Morgan Holy Trinity Church Glendale Springs 10:00 a.m. 336-667-6092 Saturday Services: Bible School -10:00 A M Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Phone - 982-3076 Welcome Home Baptist Church West Jefferson United Methodist Church Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Sunday School • 19:00AM Sunday Moruiag WoraMp • 11:00AM Sunday Kveninfp (2nd A 4thi • 7:00PM Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Youth Services - Sunday •6:00PM Van Transportation Available Pastor Home: 336-384-3188 • Cell: 336-977 1009 Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. •Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. Children's Church and Nursery Provided We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! www.wjumc.nel To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 Corner of Hwy. Ashe County 221 & Cherry St. Builders Supply Jefferson -Hut 141 Lyalla Lane, Jeffereon, NC (Juet off Ache Park Road) Open Mon-Frl • 7am-5pm 336-962-9521 Sears 246-7131 203 East 1" Street • West Jefferson. NC PO Box 972 'piest Jefferson, NC 336-246-64S2 Fax: 2£6402 Dr Pepper Bottling Company West Jefferson 246-4591 4PJ* 336-246-3367 Mountain Aire Seafood & Steakhouse Compliments of ^ Weekly Specialties Glendale Springe, N.C. » 336-982-3060 CONSTRUCTION CONSTRUCTION vg^"> jgp Jefferson, NC All Types Dozer Work Hauling ScTrackhoe Work Home: 336-246-HART (4278) Shop: 336-846-7025 NC Intpactlons ATF Sondes Uinof Repairs Kwlk Lube, Inc. Tire Sales Auto Express Owner/Manager • David Miller \ 608 W. Main Street • Jafferaon, NC • 246-5945 We Offer LP Gas • Gas Heaters Fire Logs • Cooking Equipment Call Pete at 246-7039 | wwiv.ashememorial.org \BLUERfDOE I rdmrtfU 785 East Main Street The Mountain Village Shopping Center Jefferson, NC Your Full 8ervtca OH Company Call 846-8241 336-246-4155 Hopkins •J Or Fful Qml Mir 106 E. Main St. 246-2501 High Country Paint & Performance 1358 W. King Street • Boone 828-264-0439 or 800-452-0343 p* 246-9969 mh.m fmm.lfe, The Jewel Shoppe 24-HOUR BURNB180MCF West Jefferson mmttxbmfithlp corp. WU *, H&W Oil Company ASHE Couim CHEESE fry Our MURUM CMftr QMU 203 South Second Ave. West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.jefferaonposl.com 336-846-7164 Fax: 336-846-7165 US Hwy 221 Bus Serving Ashe County lor ovar 20 Years • JEFFERSON POST COMPANY Mt. Jefferson Oil DODGE • CHRYSLER • JEEP VIETRI 200 Hospital Ave. m Jefferson, NC 336-246-7101 VANNOY&SONS VANNOY Hwy 16 A 163 Intersection ' *6-246-6 "All Praise lit 1» God hn Our Sateen" Old Hwy 221 -S. Btivtr Creek • Wen kfTcrvon 502 Jefferson Ave. • 336-246-8806 Convenient 7 Days A Week WIDNEB (kamrmos I BILL IIABT CtOySTBrtTTloy Commenial and Residential INMIJ •»//• W ('Jtai\fnf A'dfrdtfdf •CompUtt Lint of Building Suppliei" 246-6077 HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPPLY, INC. pJJQ PPG Paints 3-M Products |llJiy Billy Blevins • Tommy Little -Sat~8:30 AM - 5:30 PM Pollard Glass 211 Burkett Avenue West Jefferson, NC 336-846-4176 0 CARDINAL LANES Family Fun Center "Church Groups Welcome'' Discounted Rates ^^^^87 Hwy 221. West Jefferson 336-246-7077 Evenings PONTIAC BUICK Hwy 421-Boone, NC RMr 828-264-9051 www.meckbrowninc.com <^OWemoate •<-j fJooete Kukota. 9etc Your Local Equipment Dealer For All Your Equipment Needs 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap, NC 828-263-8464 • www.boonakubota.com N, We Build Your Home & The Way You Want It ll()MES www.classichomes Intersection US 221 & NC 163 • I620 NC 163-E WCM Jefferson, NC • 336-246-3600 �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7A FRIDAY, JULY 6, 2007 COMMUNITY EVENTS Family reunions, Vacation Bible Schools highlight calendar Friday July 6 7 p.m.: Service will be held at Rich Hill Methodist Church. Rev. John Duvall will be the guest speaker. Saturday July 7 2 p.m.: Plants, Birds, Rocks and things (Hike) at Mount Jefferson State Park. Meet the park ranger at the picnic area for a hike out to Luther Rock. We will be exploring some of the ecological interconnections and energy exchangers that make life possible on Mt. Jefferson. Come and investigate the circle of life that exists upon Mt. Jefferson State Natural Area. Wear sturdy shoes. 2 p.m.: Wagoner Access Road. Butterflies, Butterflies—Explore the World of Butterflies! Join a park Ranger at New River State Park's butterfly garden near the park contact station. Learn about the life cycle of butterflies and how you can attract butterflies at your home. Come prepared for outdoor weather. 5-7 p.m.: Zion United Methodist Church will have a fish fry. Adults $8, children 12 and under. $6. 6 p.m.: Kevin Spencer and Friends will be singing at Landmark Baptist Church. At 4 p.m. a cookout will be held at the Fellowship Hall before the song service at 6 p.m. The pastor. Reverend Charlie McCoy, and the congregation invite everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek Community. 7 p.m.: Regular first Saturday night singing at Rock Creek Baptist Church. The Shining for Jesus Singers will be singing. Everyone is welcome to attend. Sunday July 8 The annual Blevins Reunion covering all Blevins descen­ dants of the New River area will be held at the Konnarock Community Center on Sunday, July 8 beginning at 10:30 a.m. Bring a covered dish or other food item for the potluck lunch to be served at noon. Also please bring any old family photographs or fam­ ily records. Family research will be available for review on the families descending from James and Lydia (Sizemore) Blevins, Wells Blevins Sr, Elisha and Rachel (Osborne) Blevins, William and Rhoda (Pruitt) Blevins, John and Nancy (Pruitt) Blevins, Daniel and Elizabeth (Bracins) Blevins, John and Catherine (Cox) Blevins and other early Blevins settlers. A group photo will be taken after lunch and a door prize winner will be drawn for a manuscript on the first four generations of the descen­ dants of James and Lydia (Sizemore) Blevins. Contact Ron Blevins at Betron528@ aol.com with any questions. 2 p.m.: Mount Jefferson Geology at Mount Jefferson State Park. Meet at the Picnic Shelter.Mount Jefferson stands today at 4683 feet above sea level. Was this mountain once 15,000 feet high? Have there ever been any major rockslides? What is Amphibolite anyway? Meet a ranger for a hike and explore some of the geological mysteries that make this mountain's geology rock! Wear sturdy shoes. 2 p.m.: Community Building US Hwy 221 Access. Hickory Trail Hike. Join a Park Ranger for a 1 mile nature hike to learn about plants and wild­ life seen along the way. Wear sturdy shoes. Meet at the Community Building at the US 221 Access. 6-8 p.m.: Vacation Bible School - Avalanche Ranch: July 8-13, 2007 - 6:00-8:00 PM. Mount Jefferson Church of the Nazarene, 130 Robert St., (Just above West Jefferson Park). All are invited to attend. For information call Gina Houck at 877-1756 or Pastor Mark Wiest at 384-8705. Monday July 9 First Baptist Church in West Jefferson invites children to join SONFORCE KIDS—God's courageous team of disciples standing side-by-side to serve Him. This will be the theme of the VBS, from July 9 through 13. 5:00 p.m.: The Peak Creek Ruritan Club will meet at the Peak Creek Community Center, Hwy. 88 East, Laurel Springs. This is our annual "Clean-up Day" event. Come prepared to dig, shovel, cut, prune, clean, and plant and enjoy a hamburger/hotdog cook out. A short business meeting will follow. For more information, call 982-9538. 5:30 p.m.: The Disabled American Veterans will have their monthly meeting on July 9th at 6:30 PM at the Hut on Ashe Park Rd.. Military Funeral practice is at 5:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m.: Relay for LifeTeam Captains and Committee members! Please make sure you attend the final meet­ ing before Relay happens on July 20. You will get to see your teams placement on the field and get your last min­ ute instructions. DON'T MISS THIS MEETING! Monday July 9 at 5:30 pm, Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church. 6:30-8:30 p.m.: "Take the Plunge" VBS at Pine Swamp Baptist Church in Idlewild, through July 13. Ages: K through high school. Pre-registration: Sunday, July 8,6 p.m. at the church or register by phone (877-1353). Commencement and cookout on Saturday, July 14, at 6 p.m. on the banks of the New River, 3789 Hartzog Ford Road. Bring your lawn chairs, beach towls and be prepared to get wet. If weather doesn't permit, event will be at the church. 7 p.m.: Ashe Really Cares Classes is beginning. The classes are held at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Call early to register at 846-0734. Friday July 13 Beaver Creek Baptist Church announces their Vacation Bible School titled "Take the Plunge and Make a Splash with Jesus." The VBS takes place July 13-17. On the 13th and 14th, Bible School will be held at the Baptist Campground. On the 15th-17th, it will be held at the church. It will begin at 6:30 p.m. nightly, except for Saturday, when it will start at 9 a.m. Everyone is welcome! For more information or trans­ portation, call Rev. Johnny Goodman at 982-3524. 5-8 p.m.: Gallery Crawl in Downtown West Jefferson. Open house at over a dozen galleries and studios. Free. Saturday July 14 2 p.m.: Wagoner Road Access. Fern Hike. Learn to identify the ferns of the Applachian Mountains as you hike the 1 mile trail. Sunday July 15 10 a.m.: Clifton Baptist Church, Pastor Mack Arnold Jr. and the congregation invite to everyone to come and help celebrate the church's 116th homecoiming. Guest singers will be the Melody Trio. A cov­ ered dish lunch will follow. quarterly meeting will be held on Monday, July 9 at 7:00 at the Ashe Baptist Conference room. All committee member and interested friends are urged to attend. Serving on that committee are; Mary Alice Witherspoon, Terri Shatley, Charles Moore, Rev. Steve Leashomb, Bobby Hamby, Kathy Bower, Glenn South, Pat Miller and DOM David Blackburn. Camp Sunshine 2007 - is a 3-day camp experience for children 5 to 12 years of age who are grieving the death of a family member or other loved one. There is no charge for the camp. You may register at your local Hospice office. Ashe Camp - July 9-11 at Ashe Baptist Campground, Fleetwood Alleghany Camp - July 16 - 18 at Lion's Club Pavilion, Sparta Join a Park Ranger for this 2 hour float down the Wild and Scenic New River. The trip will take approximately 2 hours from beginning to end. You will learn some basic canoe­ ing paddle strokes and other useful information to help you paddle safely. The Rangers will interpret many sights along the route. The trip will end with one of the local outfitters shut­ tling you back to the Wagoner Access Road. The trip is lim­ ited to 8 visitors per trip, so please call the park office to have your name added to the list. The outfitters charge a minimal fee for shuttling. Park phone number is 336-9822587. Tuesday July 10 a hike into the mountain forest habitats and explore the natu­ ral wonders of Mt. Jefferson. We will be walking on the trail -Wear sturdy shoes. 10:30 a.m.: The Blind and Visually Impaired Support Group will meet at Ashe Services for Aging. Kathy Sheets with First Charter Bank will be our guest speaker. Everyone is welcome. 6 p.m.: NARFE (National Association of Active and Retired Federal Employees) will have their annual Picnic at the Hwy 221 New River State Park Access Picnic Shelter. Hamburgers, Hotdogs, Condiments and Drinks will be provided. All active and Retired Federal employees are urged to attend. You may choose to bring a dessert or salad; but this is not necessary. PLEASE COME!! Wednesday July 11 8 a.m.: Wednesday Farmers Market in West Jefferson open until 1 p.m. Apple Grove Baptist Church invites you to their VBS July 1113, 7:00-9:00 PM each night. July 14,h 4:00-9:00 with com­ mencement service. Classes for infants to adults. Their theme will be "Rescue Zone." Pastor, Rev. Earl Roten and congregation welcome you. For more information you may call Pama Taylor at 384-4212 or Martie Latham at 246-4502. Thursday July 12 7:30-9:30 a.m.: Cholesterol Screening at Mt. Hearts. Participants should fast 12 hours prior to test, but may drink water. Cost is $15. Appointments are necessary. Call to schedule at 846-0744. 12:30 pm. Wagoner Access Road, Guided Canoe Trip. 2 p.m.: Mountain Nature Hike at Mount Jefferson State Park. Meet the park ranger for 2:30 p.m.: Decoration at Graybeal Cemetery with Rev. Kenneth Clark speak­ ing. Anyone who would like to help with a new fance and cannot attend please contact Imagean Brackins, 12130 N.C. Hwy 88 W, Creston, N.C. 4 p.m.: Neil Hellman Dulcimer Concert at Ashe Arts Center. Mountain dulcimer music fea­ turing Irish ballads and hymns, Appalachian and traditional music. $8 adults, $5 students. Call 336-846-ARTS. Mt Olive Baptist Church announces VBS "Take the Plunge make a splash with Jesus" on July 15-20 at 7:00 pm each night with a Lite sup­ per at 6:00. Kickoff Saturday July 14. Call Donna Phillips at 877-4655 for information or Transportation. Everyone is welcome. Pastor is Rev. Clayborn Roten. 6:30-8:30 p.m.: Comedy Central VBS at South Fork Baptist Church in Todd, through July 20. Classes for all ages from nursery to adult. VBS Celebration Night on Friday, July 20. Everyone welcome! Monday July 16 5:30 p.m.: The V.F.W. And Auxiliary will have their monthly meeting at the Hut on Ashe Park Rd. In Jefferson at 6:30 p.m. Military Funeral practice is at 5:30 p.m. Thursday July 19 5-7 p.m.: Opening Reception for the Stephen Shoemaker Exhibit at Ashe Arts Center. Free. Call 336-846-ARTS. Friday July 20 3 p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central. This is an opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. Checks are conducted until 4:30 p.m. 6 p.m.: Don't forget to Relay For Life! At Ashe Co. High School. For more information call Deanna Lewis at 828-9643930. 5:30 p.m.: ACT Against Cancer Quarterly Meeting at Fraser's Restaurant. Focus will be on Prostate Cancer and the upcoming Pink Ribbon Campaign. Call to RSVP to 836-0781. 7:30 p.m.: Classic Pizzazz. Chop Stix to Chopin! Piano, fiddle and vocalist. $10 Adults, $5 students. Call 336-846ARTS. 8:30 p.m.: Creatures of the Night-sky watch. Make your way up to the first overlook for an evening of fun. Meet the park ranger and learn about some of the nocturnal animals that live in our area, or just sit back and enjoy the view. This program will also include some sky watching. Bring a chair if you like. This program is free and all are invited. Please call for further information (336) 246-9653. Sunday July 22 9:30 a.m.: Mountain Morning Nature Hike. Meet the park ranger at the picnic area for a hike into the mountain forest habitats and explore the natu­ ral wonders of Mt. Jefferson. We will be walking on the trail as we observe the scenic views. Ridge 6:30 p.m. Blue Opportunity Commission will hold its Executive Committee Meeting at the BROC Wilkes Office in North Wilkesboro. 7 p.m.: Session IV, 2007— Childbirth/Newborn Care and Saturday at noon - Closed "Big Book Study" - All meet­ ings are non-smoking. The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold July services at Holy Trinity in Glendale Springs. Holy Communion is celebrated at 8:30 and 10. Coffee hour immediately followed the 10 service. For further informa­ tion, call the church office at 982-3076. Choices for Sustainable Living discussion course offered at the West Jefferson Coffee House Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Come learn with others how easy it is to live more sustainably. One person really can make a difference! For information call Gerry at the New River Earth Insitute 336-877-1860 or visit www. NewRiverEarthlnstitute.org. Wilkes Community College - Ashe Campus Cont. Ed. Dept. is offering the following classes: • Nurse Aide I : MondayThursday, beginning July 9 thru October 1, from 9:00 am until 1:30 pm at the Ashe Campus. Tuition is $66.30. A math and reading pre-test as well as preregistration are required. Call for information about the pre­ test and pre-registration. • Motor Vehicle Dealer License Renewal: On Friday, July 20, from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm at the Ashe Campus. Tuition is $50.The Ashe County Summer Junior Tennis League will operate every Tuesday and Thursday, through July 19 from 10 a.m. - noon at the Ashe County High School tennis courts. This league is open to both boys and girls, 3rd grade up, and the one-time registration fee is $10. Come by any Tuesday and Thursday and register. For more information call Vickie Herman at 877-5656. Center at the Seby B. Jones Cancer Center For more infor­ mation call the Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center at (828) 262-4332. Art for the Health of It: Expressive Arts Therapy For breast cancer survivors. Through music, visual arts, movement, poetry and sto­ rytelling, we feel emotional release, inspiration, a sense of community and a remember­ ing of the beauty of life even in the midst of our darkest hours. We somehow know that all is not lost, and are rejoined to hope. Each class will explore a new expressive arts oppor­ tunity. You do not need to 'be an artist' to participate. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Inc. Program. Meets the 4th Monday of each month. Doors open at 5pm for informal sharing and oppor­ tunities to explore books and tapes in the Resource Room. Group lasts from 5:30-6:30. Location: Cancer Resource Center at the Seby B. Jones Cancer Center. For more infor­ mation call the Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center at (828) 262-4332. The Pink Ribbon Program Staying Strong Beyond Breast Cancer This program of pilates-based exercises is designed to strengthen and create flexibility, balance and physical empowerment for anyone with breast cancer, whether newly diagnosed, in treatment, or a survivor of sev­ eral years. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Inc. Meets twice weekly for six weeks starting Monday, June 11 at the Wellness Center. Class is offered Mondays, 12-1 and Wednesdays, 6-7. Pre-registration is required as class size is limited. Call Kathie Billing to pre-register and for more information, (828) 262 0098. Coping with Breast Cancer Treatment Learn to prevent lymphedema, fatigue, pain and soreness which can occur with treatment for breast cancer. Led by physical and occupa­ 2 p.m.: Mt. Jefferson Geology. tional therapists who will share Mount Jefferson stands today exercises, precautions, mas­ at 4683 feet above sea level. sage to help heal the body. Was this mountain once 15,000 Funded by a grant from the feet high? Have there ever Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. been any major rockslides? Komen for the Cure, Inc. Class What is Amphibolite anyway? starts Monday, June 11th Meet a ranger for a hike and Meets the 2nd Monday of each explore some of the geologi­ month. Doors open at 5pm for cal mysteries that make this informal sharing and oppor­ mountain's geology rock! Wear tunities to explore books and sturdy shoes. tapes in the Resource Room. Group lasts from 5:30-6:30. Location: Cancer Resource Saturday July 28 10a.m.:A Sibling Class will be offered at Ashe Memorial Hospital for children 2-6 years of age to help prepare them for the arrival of a new baby brother or sister. Call 846-0734 to sign up. 2 p.m.: Hike into History. Come up on the mountain to the picnic area and learn about the history of Mt. Jefferson. We will dig into the past as we hike the mountain's ridgeline. Wear sturdy shoes. Sunday July 29 will take place at Riverview Community Center on Highway 88 West. All relatives please plan to attend and bring a cov­ ered dish. Drinks and utensils will be provided. Being NUMBER ONE to is nothing celebrate. This year, more than 163,000 people will die from lung cancer — making it America's | NUMBER ONE cancer killer. But now treatments offer hope. Join Lung Cancer Alliance in the fight against this disease. Iungcanceralliance.org »JirW tlN-. COMPETITIVE RATES Home is Where the Savings are. Let us show you how we may be able to save you money while offering protection for your home, belongings, plus liability coverage. Call me... Stop by... Log on - it's your choice! Andy Patton 425 East 2nd St., West Jefferson 846-4196 pattonai@nationwide.com • We Support the NC State Highway Patrol Caisson Unit 10:30 a.m.: Tne annual Col. 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Leaves, branches and other yard trimmings can be burned, if no public pickup is available and you follow OAQ guidelines. Open burning to clear vegetation from land or rights-of-way may be allowed, provided, provided that: The Executive Committee of the Ashe Baptist Association will meet on Thursday, July 12 with the New River Baptist Church at 7:00. All commit­ tee members and pastors are urged to attend. Alcoholics Anonymous Group meets on Mondays and Thursdays at Jefferson United Methodist Church at 7:30 p.m. - Closed Discussion MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 'Prevailing winds are away from built up areas and roads •Fires are at least 1,000 feet away from occupied buildings •Burning is done on the site of origin, between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. Burn permits Issued by the N C. Division of Forest Resources or other agents do not excuse a person from following air quality rules. For more information, contact: 1 (877) OPEN BURN www.ncair.org 1 (877) 673-6287 Wmston-Salem Regional Office Division of Air Quality 585 Waughtown Street Winston-Salem, NC 27107 (336) 771-5000 (This ad paid foi by a violator of the open burning law.) �PAGE 8A FRIDAY, JULY 6, 2007 JEFFERSON POST ENTERTAINMENT Gallery Crawl coming July 13 Photo courtesy of Beth Morrison Randy Pasley, Billy Helms, John Cockman, and Becca Eggers-Gryder of Amantha Mill will perform in Todd on Saturday, July 7. Amantha Mill to play Todd The fourth Saturday af­ ternoon concert in Todd on July 7 will feature the wellknown local folk-bluegrass band, Amantha Mill. This group started in Boone sev­ eral years ago and has been playing regularly at Todd events since the 2003 New River Festival. The concert, one of seven being presented this summer at Cook Memo­ rial Park in Todd, is free, with donations accepted. Amantha Mill is named for a small community near Cove Creek (Sugar Grove) whose mill washed away in the 1940 flood. Even though the mill is gone, the band recalls it while keeping the tradition of mountain music alive. Todd during our shortened schedule this year." The Todd Summer Music Series is presented by TCPO, the Todd Community Preser­ vation Organization, a non­ profit group whose mission is to "develop their community by sustainable means while preserving its history, cul­ tural heritage, and natural resources." Saturday's concert will be from 2 to 4 p.m. at Walter and Annie Cook Memorial Park in beautiful downtown Todd. At­ tendees should bring a chair, sunscreen, and an umbrella. In case of rain the concert will take place in the Gallery of Todd Mercantile. For more in­ formation, call 336-877-5401. The four members of the Amantha Mill are Rebecca "Becca" Eggers-Gryder on bass and vocals (and she writes a lot of the songs), Bil­ ly Helms on banjo and guitar, Randy Pasley on resonator guitar, and John Cockman on fiddle. Depending on mem­ bers' commitments, the line­ up might also include John's brother Ben. Amantha Mill's sound is definitely mountain, whether gospel or bluegrass or ballads; the playing is always out­ standing, and the vocal har­ monies are unmatched. "They are very busy," says Emilie Enzmann, organizer of the Todd summer series; "we were lucky that they could come to On Friday, July 13 from 5 to 8 p.m., the "arts district" of downtown West Jefferson will come alive with folks strolling the streets. Gallery Crawl is back. Gallery Crawls will take place the second Friday of each month. Mark July 13, August 10, September 14 and October 12 on your cal­ endars for continued oppor­ tunities to see new, creative and innovative works by Ashe County's leading art­ ists. West Jefferson has an eclectic group of shops, gal­ leries and studios repre­ senting a large and varied group of artists who will be displaying their latest cre­ ations. Participating in the crawl will be: Acorn Gal­ lery, Ashe Arts Center, Ashe Street Gallery, Ashe Cus­ tom Framing and Gallery, Bohemia, Originals Only, A Quilted Cottage, River Rock Gallery, R.T. Morgan Art Gal­ lery, Smart Gallery, Stephen Shoemaker Studio and Tin Roof Gallery, Art lovers will find on the streets of Downtown West Jefferson one of a kind paintings and photog­ raphy, pottery, stained glass, quilts, fiber arts, jewelry, woodturned art, and much more. Join your friends and neighbors for Gallery Crawl and experience the arts in West Jefferson! Admission to Gallery Crawl is free. Maps will be available at the Ashe Arts Center in West Jeffer­ son and at other participat­ ing galleries and shops. For more information, call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336-846-ARTS or see us on the web at www.ashecountyarts.org. made by Wayne Hender­ Center partners with The Na­ son, an Anderson-Strickland tional Park Service to present mandolin and a banjo will be the Summer Concert Series contributed by Barrs Fiddle and is a premier venue of Shop. Second and Third place The Crooked Road. Support prizes will also be awarded. also comes from The Virginia Registration forms are avail­ Foundation for the Humani­ able at Barrs Fiddle Shop, ties, The D'Addario Founda­ The Heritage Shoppe, and tion for the Performing Arts, The Blue Ridge Music Cen­ radio stations WBRF-FM, ter. Sign-up begins at 11 am and WPAQ-AM, Bogey's Res­ on Saturday July 14th, Com­ taurant and Pepsi. The Blue petition at 2pm .winners an­ Ridge Music Center is located nounced and finale concert at at Milepost 213 on The Blue 5pm. Admission is $10. Youth Ridge Parkway near Galax. admitted to concert free with For full schedule check the paid competition fee. website at www.blueridgemuThe Blue Ridge Music 8iccenter.net. Absolute Estate Auction SATURDAY, JUNE 14, 2007 • 10:00AM Singer/songwriter Keith Burkhart is the guest at this week's Sunday Salon Series at the River House. He currently per­ forms solo and has appeared at venues with acts such as Marshall Tucker, Three Dog Night and Fifth Dimension. Drop by at 4:00 for food and wine, music and conversation. Dinner follows at 6 p.m. f Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest Winner Dave Ashley is the winner for this week's NASCAR Contest. He correctly chose the race winner. Denny Hamlin, and Jefferson Post guessed closest to the number of cautions for the race (6) with a guess of 8. Thank you for all , of your entries! Please play the Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest again next week! Thirteenth Annuat ataany C, a® Fiddler's Convention Sparta/ NC Friday July 20th & Saturday July 21 s t biggins Agricultural Fairgrounds on US 21 North of Sparta "SHSHU ••nif Fiddling competition July 14 Saturday, July 14, The Blue Ridge Music Center presents the Jimmy Edmonds Homecoming and Youth Com­ petition featuring legendary musician and instrument maker, Jimmy Edmonds and his band, Victory Junction. He will be joined by another legendary instrument maker and musician Wayne Hender­ son. Piano Picker Jeff Little will ably assist Henderson in the evening concert. This is the second Jimmy Edmonds Youth Competition with first prizes to die for—A handmade fiddle by Edmonds, a guitar Sunday Salon Series Internet Video p k Speeds up to 8 Mbps Up to Sx faster than 1.5 Mbps DSL Service! 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Go 0.2 mile to sale site. »Antique Buffet »Dishes »Carnival Glass • Kitchen Table & 4 chairs »Beautiful Glassware • Pots & Pans • Drop Leaf Table & 2 Chairs 1 Microwave • Skillets • Recliner • Couch & Love Set »End Tables Zenith Television • Fishing Poles Records Lamps Iron Bed • Chest of Drawers • Oil Lamps •Samsung Television • Sewing Machine • Antique Dresser with Mirror •Books • Old Quilts •Beds • Cedar Chest •Telephone Table • Cedar Wardrobe • Accutime Pocket Watch • Old Razors and Shave Brush •Knives • 3-Piece Bedroom Suit • Doilies MUCH, MUCH MORE! 1 Towels & Sheets •Vacuum Cleaner 1 Antique Meal Chest • Antique Crib • Meal Master Wood Cook Stove • Antique Kitchen Cabinet •WasherS Dryer •Wood Stove • Hand Saw • Phileo Radio 1 Old Sewing Machine • Gun Cabinet • Garden Tools 1 Lawn Mower ' Step Ladder 'Hand Tools ' Porch Furniture Lead Bated Pawl Disclosure - AII potential bidders will be allowed by seller at least a I 0-day period prior to the sale dateto conduct lead-based pawl tests. 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1 1 Monday, July 23 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by ap­ pointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting with Janet 9 a.m.-l p.m.: 55 Alive safe driv­ ing program 10-11 a.m.: Exercise Friday, July 27 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Sup­ plements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 10:30-11:30 a.m.: Healthy Eating program 11:40 a.m.: Prostate Cancer program with Mary Caryl El­ more 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK Return from Smoky Moun­ tains 11:30 Monday, July 30 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Sup­ plements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting with Janet 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 10 a.m.: SHIIP training 5-6 p.m.: Exercise room open (for a fee) 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Cake Decorat­ ing Friends 5-6 p.m.: Exercise room open (for a fee) 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Cake Decorat­ ing r o o m o p e n (for a fee) 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Cake Decorating Tuesday, July 24 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medi­ care Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-l p.m.: 55 Alive safe driving program 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 5-6 p.m.: Exercise room open (for a fee) 5:30 p.m. Weight Watch­ ers 5:30-7 p.m.: Computer class Wednesday, July 11 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Sup­ plements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise Noon: AARP (covered dish lunch) Thursday, July 12 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Sup­ plements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle 9-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watch­ ers 1-4 p.m.: Ashe County Quilt Guild 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle Weight 9:30-11:30 a.m.: Watchers 10-11 a.m.: Shuffleboard games 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK 1-2 p.m.: Caregivers Support Group Medicare Part assistance by appointment only Wednesday, July 25 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Sup­ plements and Medicare Part D assistance by appoint­ ment only 8 a.m.: Trip to Smoky Mountains 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Val­ ue Hearing Wednesday, July 18 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Sup­ plements and Medicare Part Friday, July 20 '8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and 11 Singing Friends with Coun­ seling a . m . : Jackie and Tuesday, July 31 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Sup­ plements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 10 a.m.: Trip Planning Com­ mittee 5-6 p.m.: Exercise room open (for a fee) 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers 5:30-7 p.m.: Computer class Daily activities: 7 a.m.-9 p.m.: Walking Trail; 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Exercise Room, Blood Pres­ sure Checks, Billiards, Public Access Computer Lab; 8:30 a.m.-Noon: Rook Games; 1011:30 a.m.: Bingo; 12:30-2:30 p.m.: Basic Skills classes; 5-6 Thursday, July 26 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Sup­ p.m.: Exercise room open (for plements and Medicare Part a fee). 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What do you have? Shepherd hooks, hanging baffles, birdbaths or other items that could do a lot of damage if uprooted during rough weather? Can you get these things under cover quickly? Now is the time of Take a chance for Relay How would you like to be the proud owner of a valu­ able train print, printed by a famous artist, our very own Steven Shoemaker? Seven has graciously donat­ ed a print of his latest train painting, "New River Cross­ ing," to help raise money for the American Cancer Soci­ ety. The print is a beautiful snow scene and shows the train crossing the New Riv­ er just below United Chemi Con. Also, Ashe Custom Fram­ ing and Gallery has agreed to take $50 off the price of framing this collectable print. The print and gift cer­ tificate for the discount on framing will be presented to it's new owner at the Relay For Life event on July 20. You do not have to be pres­ ent to win. You have a very good chance to own the "New Riv­ er Crossing" by giving a do­ nation of $5.00 for one ticket or $12.00 for three tickets. Your tax deductable dona­ tion will help in finding a cure for the dreaded disease of cancer, which is affecting every family in some aspect. To purchase your tickets, contact Freda Porter at 336246-7919. Good luck and thank you for caring. God bless you. Lion honored Lion Dot Nichols was honored at the District 31-B Awards night June 23, 2007, in Conover. District Governor Sue Ingle presented Lion Dot with a William L. Woolard Partner-in-Service award. There are over 900 Lions in our District and only three of these awards were presented. Lion Dot received the award for her outstanding service to her fellowman in her Li­ ons Club, her community, and on the District and State level. Lion Dot is the first member of the West Jefferson Lions Club to receive this award from the District. This is the second highest award for a North Carolina Lion. William Woolard was on the Lions International/Board of Directors from 1981-1983. In 1989 he was elected President of the Lions Clubs Interna­ tional. He was the second International President from North Carolina. He was from Charlotte, NC and known by people in Ashe County. West Jefferson Lions continue to have contact with his widow, Lion Jennie ad know she would be proud of our Lion Dot as the members of West Jefferson Lions Club are. Congratulations! Author to sign books in Todd Boone resident Doug McGuinn, author of two Ashe/Watauga history books about the "Virginia Creeper" train, The Last Train from Elkland, and The Virginia Creeper: Remembering the Virginia-Carolina Railroad, will be at the Todd General Store in Todd on Saturday, July 7, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. to sign his two books and talk about the "Virginia Creeper" and the history of Todd. McGuinn's new book, The Last Train from Elkland, published this year, is subti­ tled: "Being a brief history of Elkland (present-day Todd), North Carolina, and the surrounding northwestern North Carolina mountain communities, including Bow­ ie (present-day Fleetwood), West Riverside (presentday Brownwood), and Yuma (present-day Deep Gap)." Not only is the book a brief history of four north­ western North Carolina mountain communities, it is also about two railroads that operated in and around these communities: the Vir­ ginia-Carolina, also known as the "Virginia Creeper" (in 1916, the Virginia-Carolina Railway was bought by the Norfolk & Western Railway and renamed the Abingdon Company's sawmill in Konn- search about it, and ended arock, Virginia. up writing a book about the By the time the blades train's history, The Virginia went silent on Christmas Creeper: Remembering the Eve, 1928, almost 400 mil­ Virginia-Carolina Railway. lion board feet of the area's My second book, The Last best hardwood had passed Train from Elkland, ties up through the Hassinger Lum­ some loose ends I found out ber Company's sawmill. How after I wrote my first book." much did this unchecked Both books are available logging contribute to the im­ at the Todd General Store, mense damage done to the Skyland Books in West Jef­ area by the disastrous floods ferson, and Black Bear Books of 1916 and 1940? This ques­ in Boone. tion is also explored in Mc­ Guinn's book. TB The Last Train from Elk­ Doug McGuinn land contains plenty of vin­ Branch), and the Deep Gap tage pictures, advertisements Tie and Lumber Company's and quotes from the Todd, railroad, whose former Has- Brownwood, Fleetwood, Gap singer Lumber Company's Creek and Deep Gap areas of Shay logging locomotive op­ Ashe and Watauga counties. erated alongside Gap Creek, McGuinn is originally from Deep Gap, in Watauga from Rutherford County, NC, County, to the South Fork of and has lived in the Boone the New River, near Fleet­ area since 1976. wood, in Ashe County, a "I became interested in distance of only about five the 'Virginia Creeper' train miles. when I lived in Fleetwood Although these communi­ (1976-78)," he said of his in­ ties were located in North spiration for the books. "For Carolina, they all had a com­ exercise, I used to ride my bi­ mon tie-in with the neigh­ cycle to Todd, along Railroad boring state of Virginia - the Grade Road. I became curi­ trains of the two railroads ous about the train that used hauled logs that had been to run on the former tracks felled in the area surround­ of Railroad Grade Road. Af­ ing the four communities, ter meeting the daughter of timber destined to be cut the conductor of the train, at the Hassinger Lumber I decided to do further re­ McGuinn, also the author of four novels, is currently working on another non-fic­ tion book, tentatively titled Green Gold: The Story of the Hassinger Lumber Company of Konnarock, Virginia, the third book in what McGuinn calls his "non-fiction trilogy" about logging and railroad­ ing in Ashe and Watauga counties in North Carolina, and Washington and Smyth counties in Virginia. Auto • Home • Life An Authorized Agent for n BlueCross BlueSbield of North Carolina Tremendous career opportunity Come be a career agent with one of Norrh Carolina's top insurance sales teams. Call today. Michael Lonon Agency Manager )216-8828 (336 Po Box 767 Jefferson. 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Seen here are (left-right): Chamber Board Members Jane Lonon, Gayle Winston, Dr. Pat Mitchell, Carol Coulter, Arlen McDonald, along with Anne's Place family members Haskell McGuire, Jim McGuire, David Shoemaker, Owner Anne McGuire, Stephen Shoemaker. Five Star Winner For Customer Service CHRYSLER •JEEP • DODGE CI Highway 421 • Wilkesboro Just above Wal-Mart on the right 336-667-2886 ASK FOR ~ Tim Hjrrold-General M.in.iqer • Michael W,II f»l M»naqei Chile Si.«cl» Jell "J J.* Joinet S.le» Manager Died C»r Manager Sales and Inning Repreeonlatlm- Jamie Marlon. Randy Snydc Frank Caicla. Roger Elch, Scoll Walla, and Joah Hairold www.omplrododae.com �The Ashe County 11-12 year old All-Stars team hosts a second round game in the District 7 tournament tomorrow at West Jefferson Park starting at 4 p.m. against Morganton. This week in Ashe County Local camps awards and photos 'Girls Got Game' Competition Winners and Runner-ups First Grade Free Throw Champion: Whitney Wood Free Throw Runner-up: Emily Flanagan Dribbling Champion: Cori Richardson Dribbling Runner-up: Allie South Seventh / Eighth Grade Second Grade Hot Shot Champion: Karanda Weaver Hot Shot Runner-up: Sierra Wilson One on One Champion: Amanda Tugman One on One Runner-up: Karanda Weaver Free Throw Champion: Taylor Price Free Throw Runner-up: Sierra Wilson Dribbling Champion: Madison Osborne Dribbling Runner-up: Spencer McKenzie Third / Fourth Grade Hot Shot Champion: Ashton Lee Hot Shot Runner-up: Sidney Kate Grubb One on One Champion: Bekah Bowers One on One Runner-up: Sidney Kate Grubb Free Throw Champion: Alexis Treadway Free Throw Runner-up: Brianna McCoy "Shoot for Shirts" Winners Fifth / Sixth Grade Hot Shot Champion: Emily Flanagan Hot Shot Runner-up: Morgan Hudler Grade One on One Champion: Emily Flanagan One on One Runner-up: Mackensie Shatley Bekah Bowers Kelsey Eggers Gracie Greene Sidney-Kate Grubb Kelsey Hayes Ashton Lee Brianna McCoy Spencer McKenzie Madison Osborne Lauren Robinson Maria Shatley Paige Spell Kayla Spears Abby Sullivan Emily Taylor Alexis Treadway Anna Vannoy Sierra Wilson Post photo courtesy of Carmen Wilson The Girls Got Game campers produly wear their camp shirts while taking time out of camp last week to pose for a photo along with the camp staff and volunteers. High Country Hoops Camp award winners Third Grade Seventh Grade Hot Shot- Jud Price Free Throw- Coco Clay One-on-One- Jud Price Lay Up- Coco Clay Attitude- Connor Jones Hot Shot- Hawkins Flanagan Free Throw- Eli Gamble One-on-One- Eli Gamble Off Hand- Hawkins Flanagan Attitude- Cole Price Fourth Grade Hot Shot- Joseph Lowder Free Throw- Kendall Wagner One-on-One- Kendall Wagner Lay Up- Kendall Wagner Attitude- Jeffrey Wallace Eighth Grade Hot Shot- Sam Gammons Free Throw- Sam Gammons One-on-One- Sam Gammons Off Hand- Sam Gammons Attitude- Nate Price Fifth Grade Post photo by Michael Graybeal ACHS baseball coach, Ronnie Pruitt and his staff had a group of over 20 athletes to attend the Diamond Stars Baseball Camp last week at ACHS. Coach Pruitt was assisted by members of the Husky Baseball Program during the camp and assistant coach, Chris Jordan. Hot Shot- Parker Shelton Free Throw- Connor Bowers One-on-One- Alex Spencer Lay Up- Connor Bowers Attitude- Michael Harrington Sixth Grade u. * , 11 ••ILS. TF'-.RL Vnu IF? Hot Shot- Matt Lee Free Throw- Evan Walker One-on-One- Alex Laws Lay Up- Alex Laws Attitude- Andrew Worth •• M k • j :;KJ | * '% KB * Post photo by Michael Graybeal The ACMS Bulldog Cheerleaders got an early start with the upcoming school year with the Cheer Excellence Cheerleading Camp last week at ACMS. Over 24 present and future Bulldogs attended the camp to learn fundamentals, cheer skills, and dance routines. "I Ashe County Youth Football League Signup Information Player Name: Address: School attending: DOB Grade Fall 2007: Team Last Season (Circle one): 5/6,h Packers 3/4lh Bears New '07 Raiders Titians Cell# Home Phone #: Parent Contact: First Day of Practice: Monday, August 6'\2007. Where: FAMILY CENTRAL FIELD Time: 5:30 p.m. Players should dress in shorts t-shirts and cleats or tennis shoes for the 1st day of practice. Please return this form by July 13th to ACYFL PO Box 1135 West Jefferson NC 28694-1135 Or you may drop it off at the Parks & Recreation office at Family Central. Any questions please contact Eric Houck 982-6185 Outstanding Camper-Alex Laws Ninth Grade Hot Shot- Joe Weaver Free Throw- Chris Hamby One-on-One- Bryson Payne Off Hand- Joe Weaver Attitude- Connor Hart Tenth Grade Hot Shot- Cory Roten Free Throw- Cory Roten One-on-One- Grayson Wells Off Hand- Darren Green Attitude- Sam Price Outstanding Camper- Cory Roten Upcoming Camps in Ashe County Husky Football Camp at ACHS July 23-26 Rising 3-8 graders 9 a.m.- Noon Third Annual Cheer X-Treme Spirit Camp at ACHS July 23-26 Rising K-4 graders 9 a.m. - Noon Rising 5-8 graders 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Husky basketball finishes summer action by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor The Huskies men basket­ ball program was in action last week at the North West Shootout, which concluded the summer workouts. The program started on May 29 with the first summer workout, and throughout the month of June played 28 games in shootouts and camps. The Huskies fin­ ished with an impressive 18-10 record in the month of June after playing 28 games with opponents from four different states (NC, SC, VA, and TN) and all sizes of schools. The first event of the summer was hosted by the Huskies with the Annual Husky Round Robin held at Westwood Elementary School here in Ashe County on June 9. Following that, the varsity team headed to Charlotte on June 15 for four game at the University of North Carolina at Char­ lotte for the Bobby Lutz An­ nual Summer Tournament Blast. The team had one day of rest between their trip to Charlotte and when they departed for their team camp at Emory and Henry College in Virginia. The team camp at Emo­ ry and Henry is geared to­ wards every size high school and a benefit of attending a camp of this caliber is that the teams get to play schools of every level. The camp features teams that compete in 4A conferences like Watauga, but then also offer division 1A teams like Fort Chiswell High School out of Virginia. Following the completion of the Emory and Henry camp, the Huskies traveled to Freedom High School on June 22 and June 23 for the Freedom Team Camp. The Huskies benefited from six games of high quality opponents, and then the summer was concluded with the Northwest Shootout held in Dobson on Tuesday, June 26. The Huskies also hosted the annual High Country Hoops Camp and had an impressive attendence of 62 total campers during two sessions. Coach Marc Payne commented on the High Country Hoops Camp and the summer by stating: "Our players did an outstanding job of work­ ing the morning and after­ noon sessions of the camp. (To members of the team) Thanks for your commit­ ment to your team and to each other. This has been a very enjoyable summer." The Huskies summer workouts have finished for the summer, but the players will continue their skill development through Open-Gym sessions and skill develoment will begin again in September. The team is coming together to form a solid unit and gives foresight of a successful and enjoyable season in the upcoming school year. Huskies! �i PAGE 2B FRIDAY, JULY 6, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS at Oak Hill camp Local youth athletes Post photo by Teresa Roark Laws Over 15 Ashe County atheltes traveled to Mouth of Wilson to participate in Steve Smiths Oak Hill Academy Camp during June 25-28. Luke Barker (far right), Anderson Moore (front left) and Alex Laws (back left) compete in the 3 on 3 tour­ nament during the Oak Hill Basketball Camp, and Team #7, which included Luke Barker, won the tournament. Team #5, which included Anderson Moore, Cole Price, and Alex Laws narrowly lost to Team #7 in this game by a mere point. Post photo by Teresa Roark Laws Cullen Ashley was a member of the Mavericks, which won the 5 on 5 team competition. Ashley's teammates indued Nehemiah Stafford from Ashe County also. Luke Barker from Ashe County won the Dribble Contest at Steve Smith's Oak Hill Academy Basketball Camp during the week of June 25-28. Nehemiah Stafford also represented Ashe County well by finishing as the Free Throw Cham­ pion. (ARA) - Golf may look simple, but it is a complex sport requiring drive and de­ termination. There are three dimensions that create a complete golfer: a solid men­ tal game, technical skill and physical fitness. Gary Player, professional golfer and winner of golfs career grand slam, advo­ cates mastering these three least practiced," says Player. A lot of golfers buy into the phrase "grip it and rip it." They assume the game of golf only requires one to grab a club and swing away. The truth, however, is that with­ out a solid mental game a golfer will never reach his or her true potential, no matter how great the swing is or how physically fit the person. Post photo by Teresa Roark Laws Three dimensions of a golfer dimensions to improve your golf game. He has partnered with BoomerTowne.com to provide advice to anyone, es­ pecially the 9 million baby boomer golfers like himself, who strives to improve their score. • Mental Game "The most important di­ mension, mental game, is of­ ten the most overlooked and Third Annual Cheer X-Treme Spirit Camp Monday July 23- Wednesday July 25 Cost $65 Rising grades K-4 daily 9 a.m. till Noon Player reminds golfers, "By simply making the ef­ fort to start something, you will be miles ahead of almost everyone else, and after that, success lies in your determi­ nation." One way to improve a mental game is to visualize success. Before beginning a round, or even while practic­ ing, visualize the desired out­ come. See yourself hitting the perfect shot, reading a compli­ cated break on the green and sinking the putt or hitting the approach shot to within a few feet of the flag. • Technical Skill Before a golfer can succeed at golf, he or she must under­ stand and implement certain fundamental techniques. Often it is a lot easier, and more effective, to learn the proper golf swing from a pro­ fessional golfer right away rather than try to unlearn the wrong swing and bad habits. "Ben Hogan was a great inspiration in motivating me to practice and develop a bal­ anced swing technique. He always said the "secret was in the dirt," says Player. "What I understood that to mean, and still believe to this day, is that the harder you practice, the luckier you get. Better said; nothing worth achieving comes easily." With that in mind, make sure to get out on the prac­ tice range and do exactly that - practice! Start warming up by hitting with a middle-iron, a 5- or 6-iron works perfect, and then work your way through your entire bag. Fo­ cus on past instruction and really concentrate on making a good, consistent swing. • Physical Fitness Golf requires a sound base of physical strength and flex­ ibility. This becomes very ap­ parent when you consider that in the course of walking 18 holes, one can cover over a couple of miles while carrying a 20- to 30-pound golf bag. There is no doubt that the physical fitness aspect of the sport is the most difficult for golfers to sustain. A great place to get going with a good physical fitness routine, and low budget effort, is stretching. Before hitting the range or playing a round, make sure to stretch out and get loose. Swinging a weighted club or swinging two or three clubs at a time effectively ac­ complishes this. Start by tak­ ing the club back and hold it at the top of the backswing. Theii swing through and hold again at the finish. Doing this will effectively stretch out the muscles used when golfing. Rising grades 5-8 daily 1 p.m. till 4 p.m. Purpose • The purpose of the Cheer X-Treme Spirit Camp is to instruct campers in the basics of cheerleading, including cheers, dances, jumps, and stunt technique. General Information • The registration fee for the Cheer X-Treme Spirit Camp is $65. This fee includes: Camp t-shirt, water bottle, healthy snack each day, camp instruction, and awards day. • The ACHS Varsity Cheerleaders are sponsoring the Third Annual Cheer XTreme Spirit Camp as a fundraiser for their Interested in Karate?? upcoming competitive season. • Campers should arrive each day in appropri­ ate attire (t-shirt or tank top, cotton shorts, and smooth bottom tennis shoes with hair pulled up, no jewelry, and fingernails trimmed). Campers will wear their camp t-shirt on the final day of camp. • Campers may register at the door on the first day of camp but may not receive their t-shirt on Wednesday. Parent Information • There will be an exhibition for parents held on Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. for K-4 grade campers and 5-8 grade campers will perform at 3:30 p.m. • Have you ever wondered what the martial arts are really about? Maybe thought it was just a bunch of screaming and hollering without substance? Come in and experi­ ence what the martial arts is really about- building strength of character, integrity, honor, respect, health, fitness, self discipline and self defense. Shotokan Karate of Ashe meets ev­ ery Thursday night at the old Heilig Meyers Building- Upstares on the 4 lane between the towns. Basics (beginners): 6:35pm - 7:00 pm Regular Class: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm 977-1455 for information BUY AN AWARD-WINNING HOOO SERIES ZERO-TURN TRACTOR $ AND GET 200 POPULAR MECHANICS AWARDED THE 11000 ITS 2007 EDITOR S CHOICE AWARD. 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Inc. Cu Ca e l j b j d Z iiimma COMMERCIAL YOU ' AN'I (,t 1 ANY BETHR" dHub G r e rl f YOU CAN'T GET ANY BETTER.- �PAGE 3B FRIDAY, JULY 6, 2007 JEFFERSON POST RICANE SEASON AGAIN! The Atlantic hurricane season begins each year on June 1 and lasts until November 31. This is the period of the year that we are most likely to see an Atlantic hurricane; however, there is no guarantee that a hurricane would not occur shortly before or after these dates. Other parts of the world also have similar storm seasons. These seasons occur during different parts of the year, and the storms are called typhoons or cyclones. Typhoons and cyclones are also hurricanes, but they have different names that indicate in which region of the world they are occurring. Hurricanes originate in the North Atlantic Ocean and parts of the Pacific Ocean, and they move toward the eastern side of North and South America. Hurricanes can also occur on the west coast of the United States. Some hurricane seasons are mild, and some seasons bring many storms. The 2005 season broke records; there were 28 tropical storms in total. Seven of those storms were major hurricanes, which created catastrophic damage to parts of the U.S. A hurricane is a large storm that forms in the ocean and turns in a counter-clockwise motion around an eye. Inside the eye of the storm, there is no activity. It is around the eye that the high winds and rains occur. Specialized, weather-service airplanes are able to fly into the eye of the storm and measure the hurricane's pressure. The pressure, which is measured in millibars, is a key component of the storm's strength. Knowing this information helps meteorologists to predict the storms path and possible time and place of landfall. The lower the pressure of a storm, the more severe it will be at landfall. The severity of a hurricane is measured by the Saffir-Simpson scale. The scale ranges from one to five, with one being the weakest with winds at 75 miles an hour. A category five is the strongest with winds as fast as 155 miles per hour or more. Hurricanes, no matter what category on the scale, are dangerous due to not only the wind speeds, but the surge of water brought with the storm. All hurricanes should be taken seriously! There are many things that you can do to prepare for hurricane season. Stocking up on important items, such as bottled water, canned goods, flash lights, and batteries, will help in the event that you lose power during or after a hurricane. A battery-powered radio is also an important item to have in order to hear regular updates from your local officials during and after the storm. Perhaps the most important thing to have in place for an emergency that you and your family may face in the future is a plan. Know who will be in charge of what, where you will go, and what you will take with you, in the event a hurricane occurs in your area. If you do have to evacuate, know exactly who will be going with you and where you will go before the storm is close to your area. This way you can get to safety much faster and more efficiently. Knowing your family's plan in advance will help you stay calm, organized, and safe during the storm. Category 5 CATECORy 5 CRO//WORD PUZZLE ACROSS CLUES: 4. A typhoon that occurs in the Atlantic. 7. The calm part of a hurricane. 9. A hurricane rotates -clockwise 10. Unit used to measure pressure. DOWM CLUES! 1. An increase in the water level. 2. These are at least 75 mph. 3. You should always have these for your radio. 5. What you do if you are forced to leave. 6. What category are 155 mph winds. 8. What category are 75 mph winds? % Look HURRICANE MATH TIME 41™ i ALIKE/! 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NC (336) 667-2886 • 800-523-2745 Open Mon-Fri • 7am - 5pm 336-982-9821 ^ww^rmjurcil<HJgcvmiT_^_ Highland's Union Bank Loan Office • home • business • auto • personal • construction West Jefferson. NC • 336.846.1044 Ashe County Builders Supply "Complete Line of Building Supplies" 127 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson 336-246-3367 �PAGE 4B FRIDAY, JULY 6, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Impressive sales earn Century 21 Heritage Realty Top Honors In a private ceremony, Tim Parsons, Owner of Century 21 Heritage Realty recognized the agents in his office for outstanding sales performance. With an inspiring sales production of over $33 million in 2006, the agency achieved multiple awards. These award winners along with the rest of the Century 21 Heritage Realty associates, Heather Sawyer, Karrah Shepherd, Michael Morrison, Melinda Poe and Shannon Barnes has proven its commitment and dedication to the real estate industry since 1981 and continues to set an example for other teams to follow. Thenext top producer was Paul Wetzel. along with Ruby level trophy and Paul acquired Masters Emerald Level lapel pin. Lisa also achieved the Pace status. This status is awarded to an Setter Gold Award for January-June. agent who has met minimum AGC Both Jeannie and Lisa were invited to of $143,000 or 40 closed transactions an agent retreat. for the year. Paul also received the 4 Million Dollar Club Award and earned the Pace Setter Gold Award for January-June. In addition to a trophy & emerald-studded lapel pin, Paul was invited to attend a Century 21 Top Agent Retreat. Clyde Edmondson accepts the 2 Million Dollar Club Larry Stanley accepts the Centurion Award. award. The top Centurion award winner for his second year in a row was Larry A. Stanley. The Centurion Producer award honors Century 21 system sales associates that earn a minimum Jeannie Daubar accepts the 3 Million Dollar Club of $209,000 AGC or 60 closed sides award and Masters Ruby Level. per year. Stanley was presented with another Centurion Award statue, lapel The Masters Ruby Level Status is pin and a trip to Las Vegas, NV to the awarded to an agent who has met Century 21 International Convention. the minimum AGC of $110,000 or 30 Larry also achieved the 7 Million closed transactions per year. Dollar Club Award. "Larry is a leader and innovator in delivering powerful home buying and selling choices to his clients because he knows the market he serves," said Parsons. In addition, Larry was presented with a 20-year service award with the company. Clyde Edmondson was next on the list winning the Two Million Dollar Club Award making him a threeyear running Multi-Million Dollar Producer. With Clyde's current production in 2007, he is well on his way to the next level of awards. Century 21 Real Estate LLC is the franchisor of the world's largest real estate brokerage system with more than 7,680 independently owned and operated franchised broker offices in more than 42 countries and territories worldwide. Century 21 Real Estate Corporation is a subsidiary of the Cendant Corporation. Trisha Rowe accepts the 1 Million Dollar Club award. Lisa Randolph accepts the 3 Million Dollar Club award, the Masters Ruby Level and the Pace Setter Gold award. There were two winners in this category for 2006. Jeannie Daubar and Lisa L. Randolph were both awarded the Three Million Dollar Club Award Paul Wetzel accepts the 4 Million Dollar Club award and Masters Emerald Level. Heritage Realty Ashe, Inc. dJbla Qrrfuifc. Finally, after only her first four months in the real estate industry, Trisha Rowe was awarded the One Million Dollar Club Award. "This was quite an achievement to be brand new in the business and have the production level Trisha acquired in such a short time," said Broker in Charge, Larry Stanley. "Put Your Trust In Number One" INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED 11 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson, NC 28694 ™ and © Century 21 Business 336-246-2664 Real Estat e Corporation Equal Housing Opportunity Real Estate for Your IVorltl www.c2Iheritagerealty.com .. 155104. CH ALET IN BRM - RIDGECREST DRIVE - GREAT WEEKEND RETREAT!This adorable chalet style home features gorgeous tongue & groove ceilings A walls throughout the first floor plus a great little loft perfect for that special reading nook. Enjoy the long range views from the deck or take a short walk to the New River. Home also features another level of living dawnstairs with a kitchen area, bedroom, bath & large family room. $119,900 155123. GREAT INVESTMENT! - Doublewide mobile home with 3BR/2BA on 0.4 acres. Also included is an additional 2.5 acres with five mobile home rental lots; two are rented at $100 month, one at $125 month. Lots of possibilities to an investor or someone desiring a nice lot close to West Jefferson. Well produces 20 gpm and septics are in for mobile home sites. $185,000 1 m VA, <•' mmzn T*? wm i' m lent development or hidden property for your dream home. Pond with covered deck area for gatherings or just relaxing. Property has long range views from top with selected tree clearing. If you built close to pond you would have a narrow view of mountain. Five separate deeded tracts that could be divided once each. Great barn (1627 sq. ft.) with a potential of 8 stalls, large storage and tack room. $400,000 155171. HOME IN EVENING SHADOWS - Fleetwood - Southern Ashe County - 2 BR/2BA log home in Evening Shadows Estates. This beautiful log cabin also offers maple floors, wood burning fireplace, 2 covered porches & sun deck, drive-in basement & out­ building. Sits on 1.5 private acres. $239,000 150994. LAUREL SPRINGS -11 acres, 3BR, 1BA, farmhouse, & barn & old store building. This land adjoins the Blue Ridge Parkway & has excellent development potential w/visibility of the Parkway from many areas of the land. $299,000 152597 ON THE ASHE/ALLEGHANY COUNTY LINE -This well maintained 2BR. 1BA, brick home features hardwood & ceramic floors, fp, bsmt. large study & more. There are 12.2 acres of hills to roam w/stream, pond & 2-story barn. $196,000 t -afvr •u ~ >a». -IS -. JZ - . Lmms 154167. WEST JEFFERSON - Rustic log cabin set on over 2.0 serene acres. Surrounded by nature's beauty, this cabin would make a great mountain getaway or rental! $137,000 151972. CRUMPLER AREA - Well built, well maintained, brick home in quiet neighborhood. This 3BR, 2BA home offers full basement w/garage & a carport. The large level yard is ideal for children or pets. Located within minutes of Mountain View School & Jefferson. $185,500 Land Listings: 155158 LOT 51 VILLAGE ON THE NEW - Excellent building site in gated riverfront community with common river access. Gentle slope, partly wooded, good view potential when cleared for building site. Dedi­ cated walking trail and common area nearby. $89,900 155116. 10 ACRE LOT-SURRY (OUNTY - Beautiful wooded lot minutes from 1-77 and Dobson in Surry County. Nice building lot on slope away from road for quiet enjoyment and being alone. $150,000 155110. 10 ACRE LOT-MI AIRY - Beautiful wooded lot minutes Ironi 1-77 and Dobson-Mt. Airy in Surry County. Nice building sites on slope away from road for quiet enjoyment and being alone with potential views with selective tree cutting. $150,000 151324. GREAT VIEWS OF BLUFF MOUNTAIN - This 0.982 acre lot has a great driveway to the top w/long range views. Lot #97 is wooded & sloping. Ready for your home. $32,500 THIS IS ONLY A SMALL PORTION OF THE PROPERTIES WE OFFER FOR SALE. FOR COMPLETE LISTS, CALL OR COME BY OUR OFFICE IN WEST JEFFERSON. TO SEE MORE OF OUR LISTINGS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT www.c21heritagerealty.com �PAGE 5B FRIDAY, JULY 6, 2007 JEFFERSON POST ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE ON FRIDAYS! ACTIVE 2 Columns x 3 Inches ONLY *20.69* For more information Contact Ellen Phipps Toll Free: 800-979-5556 Office: 336-246-5555 /K. s n l s a e a d c s s o l i ge p c i o t ny $5« per month and is in 1 2 issues of the Jefferson Post every month! d<»ul>le space costs only $IOO for the entire month!! CTiill Oeraldine today ait 336-846-7 1 64 and (iet the word out about 336.846.7164 LIVE THE GOOD LIFE! This incredibly beautiful Jim Barna log home is nes­ tled on a private lot overlooking the New River. The 3BR, 2BA home has an open floor plan, a stacked stone fireplace, and a large kitchen with stainless appliances and granite countertops. The basement has drop ceilings, and is already plumbed for a third bath. Just Reduced to $369,900! (153147) Minimum One Month Commitment reaj or KIM businesses - J&, kwon Real Estate pages ONLY |Dky *Per Run IHHUk x Main Street 2 E Discount A TfOLJK BUS IIVELSYS / Buy Your Home Today with 100% Financing & Absolutely No PMI •Tablecloths • Large Variety of Curtains •Towels • Bedding • Bedspreads •Comforters • Bath & Bedroom Accessories • Rocking Chair Cushions • Hand Made Quilts & Shams to match 7 * Jefferson I'ttsi Business 7 f Services page ruay he Just what ytm are IttokinfZ J'arf Call or come by and see Geraldine about this GREAT DEAL! Cell: 336-977-1229 ellen@activerealtync.com •Toile Curtains •Jabot Sets •Pillows Now, How do you let people know?.' SJ 336-372-7011 -336-657-1029 w incstuiie Mt. Jefferson Mortgage MI.S 50900 (336) 982-6020 home loan? Did you know that since you don't have to pay Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) your monthly house payment can be reduced significantly or you may be able to afford a larger home? Many people don't realize there is a loan available for a qualified PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE homcbuyer with an average (or above average) income who wants OPEN HOUSE - SATURDAY & SUNDAY 1- 5 PM to purchase a residence and obtain 100% financing. High Meadows Golf & Country Club Home Sites Available Ranging from $59,500 to $98,500 Full Membership to High Meadows Country Cluh Included There arc no restrictions on the size of the home. Any limitations placed on the price of your home depends on the same repayment Free Lunch!! ratios used by most conventional loans. 236 Okie River Club Way Sparta, NC MLS 50326 100% of the appraised value of a home can be borrowed. Even 2067 Big Horse Creek, Lansing 633 Country Club Road - HMCC Roaring Gap, NC Brand new professionally decorated, custom designed and fully furnished 5 bedroom/3.5 bath plus bonus room mountain home in High Meadows Golf and Country Club. State of the an kitchen for entertaining. Open floor plan with Great Room with a beautiful stone fireplace. Exquisite Master suite and bath. Move-in ready. A membership to High Meadows Country Club is included in the purchase price. $459,500 Did you know that you don't need money for a down payment on a OPEN MON. - SAT. 8:30 AM -7:30 PM closing costs can be borrowed if the value of the house is enough. Saturday, July 7th 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Overlooking an astounding view of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the New River, this brand new custom designed home is set on 2 ncrcs within The Olde River Cluh. On this 150 acre gated estate, only 20 families will share this private community. From the rock hearth in the great room, the large living and dining rooms, state of the art kitchen and media room to the old southern style veranda, this elegant 4 bedroom 3.5 bath home will simply captivate you! $965,000 This is not a government subsidized loan. It's simply a 100% bank-financed conventional loan with a government guarantee. Ml. Jefferson Mortgage is capable of of obtaining a Rural Come see this beautiful historic Victorian home on one acre with frontage Development Government Guarantee that makes a 100%, no PMI on Big Horse Creek, one of Ashe County's stocked trout streams. loan available to average households. 1 Closing costs arc the same as a loan without a government 1 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, large balcony, apple, pear, and black walnut trees, Reliable income and good credit are required. guarantee. black raspberries and black berries. Barn, perfect garden spot. Great swimming hole in Big Horse Creek. Tons of charm! This is a must see! If you are in the process of buying a home or just thinking about purchasing a home and want additional information contact Mt. Jefferson Mortgage at 982-6020. All this for $199,900 Directions: From West Jefferson, take 194N towards Warrensville. Turn right on 194 into Lansing. Stay straight at the light on South Big Horse Creek Rd.This road becomes Big Horse Creek Road. Property on the left. See sign. u aol.toin www.wincstoncmtiipropcrtics.com 126 Robv Poc Road 9375 NC Hwy 194 N., Lansing, NC 336-384-3945 MOUNTAIN I'MOI'KMI IKS Siwciali/iiiK in Itlnr Kitlt*t- Moiinlsiin Properties OPEN HOUSE - SATURDAY & SUNDAY -1-5PM Magnificent Olde River Club Home Sites Available Ranging from $225,000 to $295,000 592 South Main St. • Jefferson, NC 28640 336-246-7455 Toll Free -1-800-789-1312 FAX 336-246-4532 Check out the Jefferson Post online at: www.jeffersonpost.com 153460. MINUTES FROM THE VIRGINIA CREEPER TRAIL! This immaculate home features 3BRJ2BA with custom oak cabinets throughout. There is a large, open tree-lined backyard that features apple trees and a newly stained deck. Home is move-in ready and being sold mostly furnished. Windows are Anderson, aluminum, double pane. $149,900 Realty Group m TEj&CCC' IT David & Barbara Thomas www.thomashometeam.com (jzrAuty, I WAW. HERITAGE REALTY 336-246-2664 www.c21 heritagerealty.com Broker I Owner (336) 877-3535 - Ashe • 866-652-1990 -Toll Free WOW! WHAT A HOME: 345 Peace Street - LIBERTY LANDING. Vbu will love this 4BR/3.5BA home close to West Jefferson and Boone. Enjoy the amenities of a main level living that flows with tile and HW floors, dramatic stone FP, Jacuzzi spa bath in master, vaulted ceilings, patio deck off dining and living room, 2-car garage and full walkout basement. Custom Built by Laurel Mountain Builders. $495,000. MLS#63901 NEW CUSTOM BUILT HOME: 178 Star NEWLY BUILT WITH WOODED Drive, LIBERTY LANDING. Nestled among the tall oaks along the New River Valley is a wonderful residential community known as LIBERTY LAND­ ING. Laurel Mountain Builders has just completed construction of this beautiful, quality 3BR/2BA home w/2-car garage. Stone FR hw floors & vaulted ceilings compliment the main living area. Bonus room upstairs. A must see. Call today1 $429,000. MLS#63900 VIEWS: 3BR/3BA on 1.083 acre lot w/southern expo, FP. complete finished upstairs w/2 dormers ready for added BR or bonus space. Walk or ride bikes to New River from this great LIBERTY LANDING home ready for immedi­ ate move in. BROKER INTEREST. $289,000 MLS#66369 Directions: Ashe HWY 221 Fleetwood Turn @ Liberty Grove Church Rd. go 1.4 mile property on left. LAKE FRONT HOME: All glass NEW RIVER Fleetwood! Vacation or NEW RIVER VIEW! Perfect immaculate front offers exquisite views of For full details on this great property, call LISA L. RANDOLPH, BROKER 21 Broker I Owner year around full New River View from your deck or doorsteps. 2BR/2BA, family room w/ fireplace, basement with drive in garage. Store canoe, kayak, bikes, do laundry, have a work shop and bonus room to boot. Beautiful land­ scaped yard with fruit trees Investment/ move in condition 3BR/3.5BA on 1.5 ac w/ponds. Custom interior w/attention to details, designer kitchen & dining area w/river view. FP, patio deck, drive in bsmt. w/workshop area. Easy access to the Jeffersons for shopping, plus many extras make this a must see home. Sell will indude ADDED BONUS barn w/gardens 4 greenhouse on approx. 1/2 acre Owner will consider finandng. $439,000. MLSV62281 336-977-8148 www.ALRE-BlueRidge.com APSRICAN pmCY Ashe Lake. Over 2,500 feet of decking surrounds this 3BR/2BA home on 1.85 acres, 2 beautiful stone fireplaces, sunroom, full • ^^ia> 'J* ; . \J» ; life basement - ready to add extra living space, 2 access drive­ ways, very private. $429,000. . 4 Charming Mountain Homa Some Ada County M«. uul wllh (Mil un wfkMop. _ _i ikH nd a. Ridga Partway Homa iwmlfK mS T0WNVIEW WEST JEFFERSON: bum FmI.UK wnlfrflonl i. kk ondm|ioMd uiiliiici yiicO <uMl.tam (it..i Hoom pin. }DR I IDA. loufM * |iom. c*ilMf. uMhkhuI Fumtl, Room, and Mow Visit Our Web Site To See Our Exclusive Audio-Video Tours of These Listings. If you are In lh« market to sell a Home or Lend, then you owe It to youraelf to etop In and see how we will market your property PH: (336)982-2558 www.ALRE-BlueRidge.com wtth our technology. 1836 HWY. 221 NORTH j-jj JEFFERSON, NC 28640 DEEP GAP HOME: Quality built, HOME: One of the best of the best! Charming, Muttl-Uaa Pr opart y / Bio. nil. 4 Ml. 15 HA hunt lit, on « Mtt tot mtminM hs MMmm ftwn. IM Met. tfmckM (.if ouh Itl mm t* tkt Mm Rk)|. rutnv WEST JEFFERSON #1 QUALITY | . .A&aj 1 ™k«u in ' wm'iSi f Mo.N.1. A pMionl M'.RC Scan!c Saeladad Mountain Acraaga Acre. MLS#69303 J -Mil A . II ';k 1 buAAJHM NcwK .pdxnDMroomkamciKliiai.mnaMiiiiitlTMi yd Crtivditfd In amffH*, mmI ibc Hhw RMp flit**. • ncome potential, great rental location dose to Parkway. Boone. Jefferson $249,000. MLS#68828 perfect condition, level yard with Walk to parks, library and down­ Spacious, large, level & landscaped yard. Big Mt. Jefferson view, walk to town. 3BR/2BA, full basement, garage. 2 fireplaces, bonus room, formal dining, rocking chair front porch. The list goes on with so many neat details and features of this fine heirloom home! PREVIEW TODAY. stream, double garage entry, full town from this like new immaculate basement with walk out, all one 3BR/2BA, paved driveway, all one $359,500 MLSV69293 level living, fireplace, 3BR/2BA, level living in a wooded setting laundry, hw floors, plus many with full Mt. Jefferson view. Priced extras, perfect location, central to to sell @ $199,500 MLS#69673 Boone. BR. Jeffersons, must see to Also available adjoining 1.06 acre appreciate all features. $245,000. wooded lot $29,900. MLS#69686 MLS#68728 Call and Preview Today! �PAGE 6B FRIDAY, JULY 6, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am • 5 pm CLASSIFIED DEADLINES Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION n the case of an on our part, credi be given for the ncorrect run only. Jefferson Post lot responsible for ncorrect copy submited by the ador for typographical errors which do no the value of the ad. Charges Rates depend on size of ad and number of runs. Please call Classified Dept. for information. Mail orders should be ith payment to: sunt wit Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson. NC (We accept personal check. Visa or Master Card) Telephone: (336) 846-7164 ' Fax; (336) 846-7165 jetfersonpost.com Web. jeffersonpost.oom 30-Special Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANK YOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHERS NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is sub­ ject to the Ealr Housing Act which makes It illegal to advertise any preferences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, financial status or national origin Includes children un­ der the age ot 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people | securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising lor legal estate which is In violation of Ihe law Our readers are here by Informed thai all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain ot discrimination call HUD loll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 100-General Services STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem, NC Phone:336-768-1177 Res.:336-468-8802 Bill Shugart Understanding your medical bills: Bring all unpaid Medical and In­ surance statements for a one-on-one discus­ sion. Learn how to bet­ ter understand and or­ ganize the paperwork. Appointment required. Call: 336-982-3178 or 336-877-0092 140-Help Wanted J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 Lawson Support Services, LLC s a full time position pen for a qualified fessional wiht a four year degree and >erience in MH. DD, and/or SA. alary DOE. Please fax resume to: 16-372-6087, come with resume and fill it an application or all 336-372-6083 Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! Everything from RV's to Rentals in The Jefferson Post Classifieds Call us at 846-7164 140-Help Wanted LOOKING FOR A REWARDING JOB? RHA Health Services has positions available on 1st and 2nd shifts working with developmentally disabled adults. Full-time and part-time positions are available in Ashe and Watauga counties. High school diploma or GED and valid driver's license required. For more information, please call 828-2625450. PT merchandising in retail stores in the WEST JEFFERSON area (1-15 hours/week). Retail exp preferred; must have strong interpersonal skills and email/internet access. Please email com with your contact information, exp. & lo­ cation 150-Jobs Wanted Deerfield Ridge is con­ tinuing to grow! We are looking to hire a Handy Man/Mainte­ nance Supervisor. FT & PT. Benefits availa­ ble. Send Resume or apply in person: 287 Bamboo Rd. Boone, NC 28607 fax 828264-0338. 260-Garage/Yard Sales Incredible Multi-Family Yardsale! Mark your Calendar! July 7th - 7 a.m. Furniture, tables, chairs, TVs, clothes, books, jewlery, dishes, household and kitchen goods, exercise equipment, baby equipment, old stuff and antiques, Christmas decora­ tions, everything un­ der the sun! 244 Luther Road (Road Beside Ashe Federal in Jefferson) Jefferson, N.C. Look for the Signs SATURDAY, JULY 7 at the Kick Factory 201 S. Main St. Jefferson. New Audio & Audio Accessories - Bug Guards, Vent Visors, Euro Tail Ligs, Door Speakers, and much morel Auto Store Close-Out - Ail items must go. Also new Outback Dusters and Berne work shorts. 8 am until ? k7-l:lire?ia: KITS 235-Chrfstmas Trees Fraser Fir Christmas Trees. 250 5'-6\ 400 6'-7\ 75 7'-8' Buy now, assume maintenance, $9000, 336-982-7673 Fraser Fir Christmas Trees: Approximately 10,000. six to eight foot. For sale with time to get them out. 336-977-0153 260-Garage/Yard Sales 4 Family Garage Sale Saturday July 7th 8 am until ? From 221 take Nettle Knob Rd Go about 2 Miles then Turn Right on Cherry Ave. First Drive on the Left GARAGE SALl July 6 (Friday) 7 a.m. (Rain or Shine) 1950s and 1960s C&W 45s; old soda bottles and crates. Handbags; ladies' and children's clothes and shoes; men's clothes size large; Piano mualc; encyclopedias; vid­ eos; books, old Christian art prints, Federal sewing ma­ chine; glassware, ironing board, gossip bench, kitchen stepstool, Victorian glass­ ware, mid-twentieth century china, TorsoTrack, and much more. 608 North Main St. Jefferson, NC (a half mile north of Carolina Printing on Old Highway 16, on the right going from Jefferson toward Ashe Park) HUGE MultiFamily Yard Sale I Saturday July 7 Will be held by the employees of Ashe Medical Associates in their parking lot (Across from Hospital) TONS of clothes (from infants to large women's), jewlery, home decor, furni­ ture, bar stools, purs­ es, and much morel There will also be a bake sale which will support Relay for Life. Make plans to come out on the way to Christmas In July! Parking will be marked. HUGE YARD SALE Lots of Baby Items & Baby Clothes, Teen­ age Girl Clothes, Name Brand Jeans 7 a.m. -12 p.m. Friday and Saturday 5677 Claude Naah Rd. 16 S. past Zalooes Canoes going towards Wilkes HUGE YARD SALE!! Saturday, July 7 7 am -1 pm Lota of Furniture & Dishes Located at: 209 Buck Moutain Circle West Jefferson Off of Old Hwy 221 Look for the Signal Are available at the Jefferson Post for purchase. Each kit includes: 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only S5.95 each YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time • $9.50 2 times -—$15.00 Copy and payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tuesday Edition Friday by 9 am Friday Edition Wednesday by 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. 290-Horses & Livestock PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 300Miscellaneous BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. For Sale: Mec600Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. 140-Roommates Wanted Room for Rent: Female w/ references. 10 mi­ nutes from Jefferson. $250 mo. utilities included. Call 982-4528. 310-Musical •K:J M: Grands - Consoles new & rebuilt - We lease, buy. move, tune, refmish & rebuild pianos Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 330-Pets Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent 2 bedroom 1 bath, ground level apart­ ment. Furnished. $525 per month, deposit re­ quired. Call after 5:00 246-7337 Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC *One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments •Handicapped accessible •Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available in For more information. Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our "for rent" sections. Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 Little Classifieds... BIG RESULTS! 440-Offices, Bldgs., For Rent/Lease or Sale Commercial Buildings for rent. West Jefferson, 3500 sq ft, all or 1/2. Lansing - 1100 sqft. Call for details, 561-750-7512 Jefferson Office Space across from post office, upstairs $450 per mo. plus utilities. Call Annie © 846-1657. 490-Houses / Apts. for Sale For sale by owner: Ranch brick house in Jefferson. Great neigh­ borhood and location. 3 br and 2 full bath with full basement including bedroom and bath. One car garage. 8775014. House & 12 acres 4BD, town & gravity water, new windows & siding. Lg metal build­ ing & utility bdg in Lansing. $235,000 Call Bobby 336-3842328 or 620-8020 500-Moblle Homes for Sale 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. ATTENTION: ALL FU­ For Sale: 1 year old TURE HOME BUY­ very well built dog ERS! I Just in 4 house, never used. MONTHS Winter Will Tan with Green shin­ Be Upon Us. You Need gles. For small or medi­ To Buy Now So You um sized dog. Paid Can Be In Your New $100, sell for $40. Home Before Cold and Call 877-7845 Snowy Weather Sets Jack Russell puppies In. Call For Appoint­ for sale. DOB 6/16/07. ment At 336-973-2335 reg., parents on site. Freedom Homes Ask $300, taking deposits. For D S Prevette. Melissa 336-846-6698 Check Out the PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE Jefferson Post for FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. the latest deals on Classifieds Work! Call us at 846-7164 For all the latest news, turn to The Jefferson Post, your hometown newspaper since 1925 Mobile Homes by Local Dealers LOOKING TO BUY YOUR FIRST HOME?? Great package for first time buyer land home packages!! 336-973-4462 NEW GOVERNMENT LOANS!! New 3-4 Bedroom land/home packages. Qualifying hot line 336-973-4462 500-Mobile Homes for Sale WE GET ER DONE!! New land home doublewide and modulars Available now.... GOVERNMENT MAKES DOWN PAYMENT New Generation Homes 336-973-4462 530-Lots & Acreage Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 1195-Legals substitute trustee will expose for sale at pub­ lic auction to the high­ est bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at the county court­ house of said county at 10:00 AM on July 18. 2007 the following de­ scribed real estate and any other improve­ ments which may be situated thereon, situat­ ed in Ashe County, North Carolina, and be­ ing more particularly described as follows: BEING all those certain tracts, together with rights and easments of record, and subject to such rights, easements and restrictions of re­ 550-Real Estate cord and as further set forth in deed of record Wanted in Book 256, page Local Couple wishing 1879-1881, Ashe to buy 20-100 acre County Registry, said farm w/ pastures. documents incorporat­ House & Outbuildings ed by references as a plus. Must be no through jully set out more than 20 minutes herein. from Jefferson. 336-620-2390. Call 1115Professionals FOR HIRE And Being more com­ monly known as: 1598 Claybank Rd, West Jef­ ferson, NC 28694 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflect­ ed on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/ar William Shinn and Christina Shinn. Lei me help you to create unique logos, brochures, business cards, The property to be of­ booklets and fered pursuant to this camera ready ads. ' notice of sale is being High-end quality at reasonable rates. No job too big or too small. For more information, please call Firefly Graphx at 336-982-5145 or email fireflvcanoe @ vahoo.com 1130-Remodeling Free 3 wooden 32 inch outside doors with win­ dows. Taken off of an old house. Call 3843194. 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Ex­ ecutor of the Estate of Alice M. Huckman, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against said es­ tate to present them to the undersigned at 241 Smith Ridge Rd, West Jefferson, NC, 28694 on or before the 29th day of September, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All per­ sons indebteed to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned This the 25th day of June, 2007. Ann Maine Smith Executor/Administrator for the Estate of Alice M. Huckman NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Ex­ ecutor of the Estate of Wanda King Thomp­ son, late of Ashe Coun­ ty, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 841 Moore Road, Lansing, NC, 28643 on or before the 29th day of September, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 29th day of June, 2007. David J. Thompson Executor/Administrator for the Estate of Wanda King Thompson NOTICE OF SALE offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance "AS IS, WHERE IS." Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agree­ ment, or both, being foreclosed nor the offi­ cers, directors, attor­ neys, employees, agensts or authorized representative of either Trustee or the holder of the note make any rep­ resentation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmenta, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or li­ abilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are dis­ claimed. This sale is made subject to all pri­ or liens and encum­ brances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax as­ sociated with the fore­ closure, for paying, if any. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dol­ lars ($750.00), which­ ever is greater, is re­ quired and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. Follwoing the expira­ tion of the statutory up­ set period, all remain­ ing ammunts are im­ mediately due and ow­ ing. The date of this Notice is June 27, 2007. Grady Ingle Subsitite Trustee 8520 Cliff Cameron Drive, Suite 300 Charlotte, NC 28269 (704) 33-8107 http://shapiroattorneys. com/nc/ NOTICE ITORS TO CRED­ Having qualified as CoExecutor of the Estate of Mabel B. Phillips, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 1274 Rock Quarry Rd, Fleetwood, NC, 28628 on or before the 6th day of October, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. Pursuant to a Court or­ der and under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in the above-referenced deed of trust and be­ This the 29th day of cause of default in the June, 2007. payment of the indebt­ edness thereby se­ Gregory D. Phillips cured and failure to Executor/Administrator carry out and perform for the Estate of the stipulation and Mabel B. Phillips agreements therein Ash* County's only Subscription contained and, pur­ newspaper suant to demand of the The owner and holder of Jefferson the indebtedness se­ cured by said deed of trust, the undersigned Post Want to Sell That Property with no Commission Fees? Do you have a home, trailer or land that you want to sell? Would you hold a note for 5-7 years? Contact us. We are looking for that property that you want to sell. Multiple units and rental property as well. We are NOT realtors but individuals looking to invest. 977-1455 1195-Legals 1195-Legals NOTICE OF SALE UNDER AND BY VIR­ TUE of an Order en­ tered in this matter by the Clerk of Superior Court of Ashe County. North Caorlina. on April 16, 2007, as modified on April 20. 2007, and again modified on June 5, 2007, the under­ signed court-appointed Commissioner will offer for sale to the highest bidder for cash at: Front Door of the Ashe County Courthouse 150 Government Circle Jefferson, North Caroli­ na 11:00 o'clock a.m. July 30, 2007 the follwoing tract or parcel of land lying and being in Ashe County, North Carolina, and more fully described as follows: degrees 01 mintues 03 seconds West 417.28 feet to a 1/2 inch rebar set, 4) thence North 89 degrees 02 minutes 06 seconds West, passing over a 1/2 inch rebar set at 362.05 feet, for a total distance of 376.39 feet to a point in the centerline of N.C.S.R. #1364; thence with said centerline two courses: 1) thence North 07 degrees 34 mintues 24 seconds West 57.03 feet to a point, 2) thence North 14 degrees 55 minutes 55 seconds West 139.21 feet to the BE­ GINNING; contianing 31.023 acres as calcu­ lated by coordinate ge­ ometry from field data gathered by Thomas Herman Company, PLLC, P.O. Box 519, Jefferson, North Caroli­ na 28640-0519, 336046-3352, P.L.S. L2633, dated September 30, 2004, Job No. 040902. Being the Samuel Mill­ er property as descri­ bed in Deed Book U1, Page 328, bounded by This sale is subject to the lands of, formerly any unpaid taxes, prior of, or in possession of liens and deed of trust, the following: on the rights-of-way or ease­ north by Deward Lee ments, if any, and such (312-1093), on the east other encumbrances by Beryl Jaynes (14- and other matters as 596), on the south by may appear of record; Carl Miller (S4-410) and will be in all partic­ and Mable Hart (306- ulars be govened by 715), on the west by the provisions of N.C.S.R. #1364, on the N.C.G.S. 1-339.1, et. northwest by Paul Ste­ seq. vens (05-499) and Ed­ ward Lee (312-1093); The highest bidder will being more particularly be required to make a described as follows: deposit of ten (10%) percent of the first BEGINNING on a point $1,000,000 and five in the centerline of (5%) of ail amounts N.C.S.R. #1364, said over the first point being the north­ $1,000.00, as a good western corner of the faith deposit on said Miller property; thence bid. Anny successful with the northwestern bidder shall be required line of the Miller prop­ to tender the full bal­ erty and the Stevens ance purchase price so and Lee line two cours­ bid in cash or certified es: 1) thence North 38 check at the time the degrees 54 minutes 55 Commissioner thender seconds East, passing a Commissioner's over a 1/2 inch rebar Deed for the property. set at 55.53 feet, for a Should the successful total distance of 286.83 bidder fail to pay the feet to a 1/2 inch rebar full balance purchase set, said rebar being price so bid at the time, South 79 degrees 21 the bidder shall remain minutes 19 seconds liable on the bid as pro­ East, 13.43 feet from a vided by statute. 3/8 inch rebar found, 2) thence North 38 de­ This the 25th day of grees 33 minutes 52 June, 2007. seconds East 734.41 D.Dale Howard, Com­ feet to a black oak, missioner said oak being South 87 degrees 39 minutes 08 seconds West 1.97 feet from a 3/8 inch re­ bar found as a refer­ ence point; thence with the northern line of the Miller property and the Lee line eight courses: 1) thence South 84 de­ An easy way to sell grees 15 mintues 38 anything...'place a seconds East 257.79 classifiea id with us. feet to a 3/8 inch rebar found, 2) thence South The Jefferson Post 70 degrees 23 minutes A Lesson in Selling! 57 seconds East 186.54 feet to a 3/8 inch rebar found, 3) thence South 50 de­ grees 47 minutes 04 seconds East 58.54 feet to a 3/8 inch rebar found, 4) thence South 03 degrees 26 minutes 47 seconds East 78.16 feet to a 3/8 ich rebar found, 5) thence South 53 degrees 04 minutes 35 seconds East 222.87 feet to a 3/4 inch pipe found, 6) thence South 55 de­ grees 15 minutes 09 seconds East 191.56 feet to a 3/8 inch rebar fqund 7) thence South 71 degrees 31 minutes 29 seconds East 361.09 feet to a 3/8 inch rebar found; thence with the eastern line of the Miller prop­ erty and the Jaynes line South 12 degrees 16 minutes 13 seconds West 475.00 feet to a marked white oak, said oak being North 70 de­ grees 53 minutes 07 seconds East 3.62 feet from a 1/2 inch rebar set; thence with the southern line of the Miller property and the C. Miller and Hart line four courses: 1) thence North 89 degrees 42 minutes 22 seconds West 595.30 feet to a hickory, said hickory being South 70 de­ grees 49 minutes 28 seconds East 1.34 feet from a 1/2 inch rebar set, 2)thence North 87 degrees 47 minutes 06 seconds West 496.65 feet to a 1/2 inch rebar set, 3) thence North 87 336-846-7164 Let our Classified Ads Go To Work For You! Give us a Call at 846-7164 DIAMONDS AREN'T A GIRL'S BEST FRIEND, Beauty starts on the inside, where women in their late teens and early twenties need strong bones to help prevent conditions i'*e osteoporosis later in life. Regular weight-bearing exercise and a calcium-rich diet are the best lifestyle measures. For more information and advice, visit aaos.org and rjos.org AAOS IMKUMWrM *11 MUM UWUK1IMHI Minim* Will OaMGa«G«aa»V Eye strain from computer use is the number one complaint of olfice workers. Talk to your eyecare professional about computer eye­ wear to help prevent eye strain. 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In the days before the Internet, you probably browsed the clas­ sifieds of your local paper 01 headed to the local animal shelter or pet shop to find your new companion. Now, with the click of a mouse you can pick out a pup and have it delivered right to your doorstep. But there can be serious pitfalls to avoid when purchasing your next pet on­ line. Unlike clothes or electron­ ics, when you buy a dog over the Internet you can't just ship it back if it isn't what you expected. There are hor­ ror stories of puppies arriving sick and malnourished and dying within hours of being delivered. Although many websites offer a money-back health guarantee, it often can be difficult to get back in touch with the seller once the puppy has been delivered. In most cases, there isn't an easy way to get a refund so many people who had their hearts set on a new puppy wind up broken hearted and out hun­ dreds or even thousands of dollars. While there are legitimate breeders who sell puppies, cats and other pets online, there are also scammers who are out to rip you off. Re­ cently, emails and classified ads have appeared in North Carolina and across the country offering expensive pure-bred puppies for free or at unbelievable prices. The alleged breeder often claims to be relocating to Africa for a religious mission and needs to find a good home for their puppies. Once you respond, the breeder asks you to wire shipping and handling costs, usually $200, to Africa and promises that the puppy will arrive in a couple of weeks. Needless to say, even after you wire the money, you nev­ er get your puppy. Buying a puppy is not only a financial investment but also an emotional one. Con­ sider these tips whether you get your pet online or from a local breeder or shelter: • Make sure you're ready for a new pet. Pets can be a wonderful addition to your home but they are also a big responsibility. Make sure that you and your family are ready to deal with the de­ mands of a dog, cat or other isr LAWN CARE Northwest • Road Construction • Water Gardens & Landscaping FREE ESTIMATES Senior Citizens Discounts 9464 Hwy 16 N • Grassy Creek. NC 28631 336-982-4651 V 336-385-8563 445 Wade Vannov Dr. • West Jefferson, NC Owner: Charles Roop Lansing, INC 336-384-2063 Surrounding Counties line, beware of fraudulent websites that post pictures of adorable puppies in hopes of taking your money. Nev­ er wire money or send cash to anyone claiming to be a breeder. If they won't allow you to pay by credit card, of­ fer to pay through a secure escrow payment site. This will give you added protec­ tion if something goes wrong. Attorney General Roy Coo­ per and his Consumer Pro­ tection Division want North Carolina consumers to get what they pay for when they spend their hard-earned money. 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You can call your local Better Business Bureau, American Kennel Club chapter or my office to see if there are any complaints against the breed­ er. It's also smart to request references or ask to speak to people who have purchased from the breeder before. • Get it in writing. Make sure you know upfront how much the puppy will cost and what's included in the price. If there is a health guaran­ tee, make sure the breeder puts the terms in writing. Be sure to get a copy of all health records and kennel club certi­ fications. • Beware of scams. If you're buying a puppy on­ fgfgOOFINC Lawn Services i Lot Maintenance N Minor Landscaping |Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and part time residents of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. "Since 1989" CALHOUN • Foundations • Drainage/Erosion Control • Land Clearing • SI «y LAWN SERVICES Lawn Care, Inc. GRADINC JQS pet before you decide to get one. • Consider Adoption. 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J We are now A Private Trash Senice for Ashe County! accepting new accounts Garbage Service includes: Weekly or Biweekly Pickup Residential, Light Commercial and Small Business Accepted Contact us at: 828-394-4944 or 828-292-3211 Toll Free: 877-217-9866 • 8am - 6pm t �\ PAGE 8B FRIDAY, JULY 6, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Landowners' course If you are a landowner inter­ ested in learning more about managing your land in western North Carolina, you are invited to attend the "Introduction to Native Landscapingand Homes in the Forest" workshop at the Watauga County Agricultural Conference Center (828-2643061 for directions) on Friday, July 20 from 9:00-5:00. Join us to acquire introduc­ tory information on designing with native plants that will help you to manage your home and land to promote environ­ mental and forest health within the system of which it is a part. You will learn the basics of cre­ ating home rainwater gardens to help with stormwater drain­ age and combating nonnative invasive species. You will also see examples of urban forestry and pruning techniques. You will receive equipment to help you monitor your land and will meet agency representatives and others available to help you accomplish your goals. This is the fourth in a series of six workshops in the High Country Woodland Owner Short Course designed to promote a healthy environment by educating landowners how to manage their land. The cost is $25.00 per person per workshop, with spouse or other family member at $15.00. 2002 Chevy Tahoe Registration includes lunch, snacks and workshop-related equipment or other materials at each session. Registration for this workshop will be accepted through July 12. Credit toward NC Environmental Education Certification is available, as well as CEU credits. For more information and registration materials, visit http://watauga. ces.ncsu.edu or call Amy Garascia at the Pisgah Ranger Sta­ tion at 828-877-3350. [2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser 4x4, Local Car 49* Local Trade 40k miles $12.888 $15,988 2007 Dodge Caliber Swarovski Eagle donated for AMH Foundation Gala Post photo by Ashley Calhoun (above) One of the highlights of the silent and live auction at September's Ashe Memorial Hospital Foundation Gala will be this fabulous Swarovski Crystal figurine. Designed by noted artist Mario Dilitz, "Eagle" is one of newest figurines released by the company. In the picture above, AMH COO Joe Thore (right) accepts the donation of the eagle from the owners of Shatley Springs Uptown, Martin and Betsy Woodruff. The second annual Foundation Gala will take place on Sept. 15th at Jefferson Landing—so mark your calendars! The black tie optional evening will feature fine dining and dancing, preceded by hors d'oeuvres and an open bar. Tickets are $200 per couple, and you can reserve yours—the deadline is Aug. 15—by calling 246-7101 and speaking with Joe Thore. Proceeds will benefit AMH Foundation—and everyone! Blount Jefferson Motors 334 S. Main St. Jefferson, NC 336-846-1778 Wet June GRANDFATHER MOUN­ TAIN—Above average rain­ fall at the official US Weath­ er Service reporting station located next to Grandfather Mountain's Mile High Swing­ ing Bridge in June is not enough to declare an end to drought conditions in north­ west North Carolina as fires burning 20 miles south in Linville Gorge have only just recently been contained. The rainfall total of 6.52 inches for the past month was .21 inches, or 3 percent, above the 51-year average rainfall total for June of 6.31 inches. Rain for the yearto-date totals 23.03 inches, which is 8.94 inches (or 28 percent) below the 51-year norm for this time of year. The average high temper­ ature of 68.97 degrees was 2.93 degrees warmer than normal for June, and the average low temperature of 55.57 degrees was 2.83 de­ grees above normal for this time of year. Adopt Golf and Blue Ridge Living on the New River. Homesites from the $50s. New residences Ashe County, North Carolina ASHE COUWTY HUMANE SOCIETY New IVst Friend!! m-m-mv m HO LAD MIX, 5 mouths old SK Jefferson Landing from the $200s. Call 1-300-292-6274 or visit our website at VisitJeffersonLanding.com. L * -' , , r\ 1 , I L.MALL WA LKLR C'OO.V m MALL rx, rr DSH irmirtrl I vt> ir nlrl ai ouuu 1 year oiu s1 m w. , BlM UT> - A kLMAIL (,Uimo SULPHLRD / LAB MIX I RLE TO ADOPT! 1 H 1 ^ V''' I MALL LAB, These amwis are available far adoption. 1 L.MALL GERMAN S HLPHLRD, around 4 months old around 4 years old Vsiu: A N I M A L C O N T R O L : 982-4060 Precious, who appears to be less than a year old Is a veiy sociable little Sheltle that was found In the area of Hartsoe Rd. and Is being cared for by wonderful Samaritans. If not claimed, she Is available for adoption. These vivacious little kittles of 6 wks and their mom were headed for the shelter and thankfully decided to stay with our foster mom. Please help them and their mother find a homel Hard to believe someone would drop these beautiful kittles off on the porch of the Humane Society...they are socialized, sweet as honey and veiy handsome! The HS does not have staff on location and th^ could have perished out there!! Prancer Is a 4 - 5year old male, miniature collie who is veiy gentle, and needs lots of room to roam. He is waiting for you to come take him home! Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located front of the Armory on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@stybest.com ��Entertainment schedule Christmas in July Page 2 Friday, July 6 Main Stage 7-9 p.m 9:15 p.m. until closing . Buck Haggard Band Square Dance with the Grayson Highland Band Saturday, July 7 Main Stage 9 a.m 10 a.m Noon 1p m 2 p.m 3 p.m 4 p.m 5 p.m 6 p.m 7 p.m : Amantha Mill Colgate Country Showdown The Dollar Brothers Band Steve Lewis & Company Whitetop Mountain Band Heritage Southern Accent Big Country Bluegrass Band Liz Harmon & Common Thread Rock Bottom Band Dance Stage 10 a.m 10:30 a.m. 12:30 p.m.. 2 p.m 4 p.m 5:30 p.m.... Elite Miss Pageant Queens Dancin' Debbies April's School of Dance Dancin' Debbies . Ashe County Pageant Queens Fleet Feet Cloggers Puppet Stage 1:30 D.m 5 p.m Celebration AMD June 29.2007 �Merry Christmas in u From CHEROKEE MANUFACTURING of Santa ys Stronghold™ Wreath Rings 1-800-798-9473 Wreath Rings Wire Baskets Burlap Digging Supplies Shearing Knives Cherokee Manufacturing Wade Johnson Morganton, NC 28655 1-828-584-3334 Christmas Tree Baling Twine A.R.S. Pruners Roping Twine & Wire Shade Cloth Flagging Tape Cherokee Manufacturing Charles Watson 1276 Belmont Dr. McMinnville, TN 37110 931-212-1451 �Page 4 Christmas in July June 29.2007 Civil War era comes alive at festival Members of the 1st Virginia Cavalry, Company D, a Civil War (or War Between the States, if your prefer) re-enactment group will be encamped in West Jefferson on the festival weekend. Take a trip back in time as these men and women bring to life a dramatic era in American history. Here is their schedule: Friday 6:00 p.m Salute to the town opening the festival 7:00 p.m Small skirmish in town 7:30 p.m Re-enactors in camp. Public welcome to tour camp and meet them Saturday 7:00 am Breakfast 8:00 am Camp opens to public, come talk with the re-enactors and authors 10:00 am Confederate Flags of the Civil War 11:00am Ladies fashion show (civil war period dress) 12:00 pm Fire arm display and load and fire contest 1:00 pm N.C. involment in the Civil War(talk by Capt.Monte Baker) 3:00 pm Battle 5:30 pm Supper for the re-enactors 9:00 pm Camp closes to public Sunday 10:00 am Church service 11:00 am Camp closes and packs up Ongoing Events All Day •Trooper Jerry Brown - Ashe County Civil War Participants ( come and find info about your ancestors) •Meet the Generals •Camp tours (see how the soldiers lived) •Meet author Gary Walker War comes to the mountains Major General George Stoneman was a 6' 4" tall, powerfully built man. In late March 1865, with the Cavalry Division of the District of East Tennessee, which num­ bered about 6,000 men, left Mossy Creek, Tenn., with orders to raid into northwest North Carolina and southwest Virginia. Their orders were to destroy but not fight battles. The division was commanded by Brig. Gen. Alvan Gillem and was composed of three brigades. First brigade was com­ manded by Colonel William Palmer, 2nd brigade was under Brevet Brig. Gen Sime­ on Brown, and the 3rd Brigade was under Colonel John Miller, and also a battery of artillery under Lieutenant James Regan. Major Gen. Stoneman, as commander, ac­ companied Gillem's cavalry division to oversee the mission. On March 24, 1865, the division moved towards Taylorsville, Tenn., where they took the turnpike leading to Watauga County, N.C. As rumors passed through of the raid, it caused fear and panic among the population. Citizens rushed to hide their food and valubles. Very little in the way of Confederate defenses opposed Stoneman's men as they marched to Boone. Three companies of homeguard and a few regulars home on leave gathered to oppose Stoneman. Of these companies, two were from Watauga, led by Major Harvey Bingham, and one small company from Ashe County led by Captain Price. The three companies were under the direction of Gen P.G.T. Beaure­ gard. The companies were described as insufficent to stop Stoneman. The people of Watauga County quickly showed Stone­ man that he would not march through unopposed. The Federals learned of the homeguard assembling in Boone, and at 10 a.m. on March 28, Stoneman sent his aide-de-camp and the 2nd Brigade, 12th Kentucky Cavalry, to assault Boone. The Federal troopers rode into Boone down Main Street firing at any and everything that moved. Mrs. James Council! heard the firing and stepped out onto the porch with her child in her arms, when a volley of lead balls splintered the wood around her. The citizens grabbed their rifles and fought back. Steel Frazier, a 15 year old boy was chased by six Federals. Reaching a fence the boy found cover and took on the men, killing two of them and then retreat­ ed into the woods. Another citizen named Calvin Greene tried to surrender but the Federals kept shooting at him and he be­ gan to fight. Mr.Greene shot and shattered the arm of one trooper with his musket. Other citizens weren't as lucky. Warren Greene was shot to death as he tried to surrender, Jacob Councill, an elderly man over the age of conscription, was shot down beside his plow, despite his appeals for mercy. When the battle ended, Stoneman's men had killed nine and captured 68, plun­ dered several homes and burned down the jail. After neutralizing Boone, Stoneman decided to cross the Blue Ridge Moun­ tains, splitting his forces and moving some through Deep Gap into Wilkesboro and others into Caldwell County to Lenoir, then meeting up in the Yadkin Valley. •Bud Thompson Farrier and Blacksmith •Confederate States Medical Department Historic battle hospital) Col.Buddy Eller & Maj.Jim Eller •(Sawbones) Medical doctor From the 50th Va Inf. •Civil war sutlery Other regiments that are planning to participate 50th Virginia Infantry 28th N.C Infantry 64th Virginia Dismounted Cavalry Livi's Light Artillery Hot Deals With A BANG! Over 80 8W$; Cars & Trucks to Choose From! •'«» |glilOT*w V." • Specialty Car Company, Inc. 119 Old Brickyard Road • North Wilkesboro, NC 336-677-6111 WWW.SPF.CIALTYCARCOMPANY.COM Dealer #30834 �June 29.2007 Roving Christmas in July The county Arts Council is sponsor­ ing two roving per­ formers on Satur­ day at the Festival. They are: Dale Brook, the Magical Minstral of Music (at right): 12-6 p.m. Dale will entertain the crowds with his folk harp music, strolling wit, and thematically ap­ propriate attair as a seasonal elf! Magic by Chaz: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Close-up magic, sleight of hand, and on-going magic shows. Chaz has worked the Christ­ mas in July Fes­ tival for a dozen years and is a perenial favorite! Page 5 Closed July 4th \ Queen Feather Bed $599 Sale Begins includes Headboard, Footboard and Rails 'June 28th!' King Feather Bed with Rails $699 Avaiblable in 12 colors ofMicrosuede $499 or 4 pc Suit -$1499 •Broyhill ••Lane ,0°/o 0FF ANYIN STOCK ••-- LANE RECLINER $30 to $80 SAVINGS! WE MAKE THE WORLD'S • BEST MATTRESS.™ Have a Safe and Happy 4th of July Parker Tie Company Hardware & Building Supply West Jefferson • 246-2611 • www.parkertie.doitbest.com I on^F.rii^amBbdmiaS^atp)am - 3pm h o p t a v y ^ r e n s y j1 1 e , N C 336-3S4^m,^K>- �Christmas in July PAGE 6 June 29.2007 Fun for kids! There is no place for kids like Christ­ mas in July! All the Children's activities will be centered around the Library this year. The "inflatables" (moon walk, the climbing wall, the giant slide, the obsticle course) will be there. The Arts Council will once again sponsor chil­ dren's art activities with instruction and hands-on fun craft activities avail­ able for all. Face painting, button mak­ ing, clay play, creation station, block printing, bubble prints, and more will keep the young folks engaged in creat­ ing their own works of art! Most of the activities are free but some request donations or a small fee to cover the cost of the materials. The Arts Council sponsors the arts and crafts tables and face painting, the Li­ brary will have a Fossil Dig and other activities designed to combine science and reading. They will present puppet shows throughout the day. "Celebration" and "The Litter Brigade" will be present­ ed at 12, 1:30, 3:30, and 5:00 from the stage of the Puppet Wagon! Martha Enzmann and Lee, Cindy and Spencer Ball are the presenters. They will also offer puppet making workshops using recycled materials. It's about time. Only DISH Network offers all of these options: 106 E. Main St. • West Jefferson Includes: SgSS ®'«nilly ^ Now * Free DVR or HD Receiver Upgrade (monthly $5.98 DVR fee) * Free Standard Professional Installation * Free 3 months - premium movie package of your Choice (pek one): \ 336-246-2501 ) HB0 «*© E3rTi ON Main Street Discount Towels $29.-99/mo $1099 I M0NTH ®W!M. lor 10 months (sfter meil-inredemption) ( THAT'S $100 IN SAVINGS! 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Box 207, Merrill, Wl 54452 Phone 715-536-7176 • Fax 715-536-1163 www.mitchellwreathrings.com �Page 8 Christmas in July Efexjy 13® flossm There is a lot to see in North Car­ olina's High Country, from the Blue Ridge Parkway to our famous frescoes to nationally-known attractions to the region's amazing scenery. Your first stop to find out more about this area is the Ashe County Chamber of Commerce, located a short distance from the festival at 303 East Second Street in West Jefferson. The summer hours for their visitor center are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. You can call 336-846-9550 (toll-free 888-343-2743) or visit the Chamber's website at www.ashechamber.com. In Boone, your one-stop opportunity to learn more about the whole region is at the visitor center operated by North Carolina High Country Host. Located at 1700 Blowing Rock Road (U.S. 321), the center provides information for not only Ashe, but the counties of Watauga, Avery, Alleghany, Wilkes and Mitchell. They are open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. six days a week, and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sundays. Call 1-800-438-7500 for more information. Those two locations will give you a broad overview of our region. But for depth, we have two suggestions. The first is the heritage/genealogy room at Ashe County Public Library, located June 29.2007 iid$G© ©BxdibG (Mis ®®s© just above the festival site. The library is open 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday and 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sat­ urday. There is a nice collection of local histories from the region, which tell our story from the time of the Native Americans to the present. If you would like similar books in your own library, Skyland Books, locat­ ed on Jefferson Avenue in downtown West Jefferson, is the place to visit. They have a good selection of books on regional history and culture. No visit to this region would be com­ plete without traveling on the Blue Ridge Parkway. The 469-mile scenic highway begins in the central part of the mountains of Virginia, and reaches to the Great Smoky Mountains Na­ tional Park on the North CarolinaTennessee border. The only highway of its kind in the world, the Parkway runs along the ridgetops, affording in­ credible views of the mountains and the lowlands. You will also find several visitor centers in this region, includ­ ing Northwest Trading Post (Milepost 258, at Glendale Springs). These offer books, music and locally-made crafts. The High Country of North Carolina is well worth a second look—and a sec­ ond, third and many more visits! ®; r * m 11 I'Jm, 2 km- __ t » / - 111' — 152626. 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Features 3 fireplaces, slate A hardwood floors, granite counIcrtops. commercial-grade stainless steel appliances, and furnished with one-of-i kind antiques. You must sec to believe'!' $750.000. �June 29.200? Christmas in July SKA July C2> There is a lot to enjoy at Christmas in July: Craft Vendors There are a total of 97 craft vendors accepted at press time with 14 of them from Ashe County. And of course many more local crafters will be set up in the Farmer's Market Area. Children's Activities All the Children's activities will be centered around the Library this year. The "inflatables" (moon walk, the climb­ ing wall, the giant slide, the obsticle course) will be there. The Arts Council will once again sponsor children's art activities with instruction and handson fun craft activities available for all. Face painting, button making, clay play, creation station, block printing, bubble prints, and more will keep the young folks engaged in creating their own works of art! The Elkland Art Center will present puppet shows through out the day. "Cel­ ebration" and "The Litter Brigade" will be presented at 12, 1:30, 3:30, and 5:00 from the stage of the Puppet Wagon! Martha Enzmann and Lee, Cindy and Spencer Ball are the presenters. They will also offer puppet making workshopsusing recycled materials. Old fashioned children's games will be offered by High Country Youth Ministies. Children of all ages will have a ball with old-style fun carnival games. Entertainment Local talent will be showcased throughout the day! Check out the schedules in this publication for details. Non-Profits There are 27 local community based organizations that will be sharing infor­ mation at the Festival! Food Vendors We have 26 food vendors. Four of the food vendors are from Ashe County. We will have the usual "main dish" items available (Hot dogs, corn dogs, burgers, Greek specialties, Chinese food, BBQ, Polish and Italian sausage, pizza, Philly Cheese Steak, Mexican food, Pinto Beans and Cornbread.) There are also the fun "specialty" food items that ev­ eryone enjoys: bloomin' onions, funnell cakes, curly and ribbon fries, nachos, cotton candy, candied and caramel ap­ ples, kettle korn, fudge, nuts, ice cream, lemonade, soft drinks and water! Road closures Children's Activities Non-Profit Area Civil War Reenactment Craft Vendor Area Food Vendor Area Main Music Stage Dance Stage Parking Areas �page \ o Christmas in July June 29,2007 Festival presents 97 craft vendors POTTERY Bfwilfong Clay Creations Cape Fear Pottery In the Potters Hand Keith Martindale Pottery Rattlesnake Pottery Russellwood Pottery Tree of Life Potters JEWELRY Artful Creations * Artwear (Zoe Nelson) Copperhead Hill mbm Family Creations GG Crafts Gaetos of Mystical Mountain Lisa's Originals Magnetic Hematite Therapy Mio Wear PAW Jewelry Silver and Stones Silver Expressions TTs Creations The Jewelry Girls Earth and Sky Jewelers Barker Stone and Amish Furniture Country Additions Edmiston's Outdoor Furniture Overlook Chair Whitmire Woodwork FIBERS K&M Needlecrafting (stockings, shirts, pillows, candle holders) Little Cheeks (baby/children's hooded towels) Lee's Craft (Hmong embroidery items) CLOTHING/APPAREL Cam's Apparel (embroidery, shirt sets, handbags) Collins Crafts & Things (shirts with lace, purses, quilted vests, quilts) ETC's Tye Dyes P&D Designs (purses, totes, wallets, hats) Pursonalities Plus (purses, wallets, hankies) GLASS WOODEN CRAFTS Celtic Signs (Jim Potts) Elkland Handwerke (wooden trees, fur­ niture) Hobby Gone Wild Too (clocks, pen sets, frames, boxes) Houck's Woodworks (birdhouses, boxes, vases, bowls) Leroy and Brenda's Country Crafts (barn lumber cut outs, wreaths, decora­ tive items) Miles Woodcraft (wooden letters, name plaques) Raw Wood Designs (bowls) Sam's Turn Stokes Carolina Woodcraft (trays, ta­ bles, drink holders, etc.) Alan Tingen Custom Wood Working Woodcrafts by Dan (bowls, pens) Gene Wright (cabinets, shelves, bird houses, key boards) LITERARY Hey, Who, LLC Henderson Publishing MISCELLANEOUS CRAFTS MIXED CRAFTS Allie's Country Crafts Aunt Annie's Garden (Gourd Art, Birdhouses, Garden Art) Begins with a Brush (painted mailbox­ es, wine bottles, etc.) Comfort Cuddler Corner Crafts (gourd art) DLS Sales (pewter holders for glasses and ID badges) Barbara Downer (dishtowels, pillows, aprons) Board Silly (personalized bulletin boards) Granny's Corner (beaded lamps, ban­ ners, angels, pictures) M&J Crafts (basket liners) Maw Maw's Dolls and Things Jack Pennington Pond Mountain Crafts (pop guns, art boxes, wood toys) Sharon's Arts and Crafts (embroidery, hand bags, quilts, jewelry boxes) Stone Of Fire (stone oil candles) The Painted Lady (tole painted items) Treasurechimes Wood 'n' Paws (pet accessories, purses, home d£cor, etc.) Apples & Spice Crafts At Home Decor Gully Wash Hollow Crafts (painted win­ dows, umbrellas, tinware) K&M Crafts (tole plaques, whirligigs, painted mailboxes) Mary Sue's Natural Crafts (one stroke painting, Mtn. Booger Marionettes) Patricia's Path (painted ornaments, flip flops, children's chairs, baskets) Roclane (photography and jewelry) Ida's Crafts FURNITURE Jean Brylowe (fused diachronic glass) Iron Mountain Glass Middle Sun Studio Sassy Glass Studio Wizards of Glass & Wood Ivy Mist Candles METAL ART PAINTING HERITAGE CRAFTS Art by Kenny Glenn Earth's Palette SKI Line Artworks (paintings, painted rocks) Larry's Handmade Brooms (brooms, walking sticks, spirit faces) Cory Owen's Custom Knives Sandman AGRICULTURE West End Wreaths Shop: 336-846-HART Home: 336-846-7025 Britt Leather Forest Flute Creations Kenai Music Whisperer CHILDREN'S AREA CRAFTS P.O. Box 277 • Jefferson, NC 28640 LEATHER MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS Have Some Chocolate Over the Rainbow Kettle Korn Sheri's Gourmet Dips Cathy's Fried Apple Pies Bill Hart Construction CANDLES Metal Art by Carroll Moonshiner Metalworks Sculpture by Dexter Miller and 2 Chicks FOOD Dozer / Trackhoe Work & Hauling ' MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF CLUB AND REAL ESTATE ^ An unbelievable place to golf! An unbelievable place to live! Mou tain?? 3* Golf Prices (Carl and Green Fee) WEEKRAXSI Before 1:00 $36.00 After 1:00 $31.00 Wi^tNQSjSJdtLLlPMi Before 2:00 $46.00 After 2:00 $40.00 Call Pro Shop: 336-877-4107 Book on-line: www.mountainaire.com Driving Range: $1.50 per token (15-20 Balls) SNACK SHOP IS OPEN! Delicious sandwiches and hotdofs are offered Fairway Ridge - Phase VII Whether you picture your dream home overlooking a fairway, looking out at spectacular mountain vistas, or tucked in a woodland setting, we have a place for you. Come out to select yours today. We Specialize in Mountain Aire Golf Club Properties. Call today for information about these and other golf course properties. MARK OR LU HAGEL 336-877-4107 (HOME) 336-977-05555 (CELL) �June 29,2007 Christmas in July Music always a festival highlight Here's a closer look at some of the bands featured at this year's Christmas in July Festival: Amantha Mill is acommunity ori­ ented folk/bluegrass act that is based out of Boone, North Carolina. We derived our name from the small mill community of Amantha, NC. The original mill that we are named after washed away many years ago in a flood, but if you're driv­ ing through Cove Creek you can still see part of its footing. The band hopes you enjoy the musical heritage that the old Bingham roller mill gave them to share. Big Country Bluegrass plays music that has become known to many as "Ga­ lax" or "Mt. Airy" style bluegrass - the sounds and style that evoke memories of Ted Lundy, Larry Richardson, Roy Mc­ Millan, Joe Edd King, L.W. Lambert and countless others. It is straight ahead, hard edged bluegrass without the frills of the "get in as many licks or notes as you can" approach so common in much of the bluegrass played today. Buck Haggard is THE classic Coun­ try Music band. They have a great selec­ tion of songs taken from an era in coun­ try music when it really spoke to you. Their music is from Buck Owens and Merle Haggard period-thus deriving the band name Buck Haggard. You will de­ light in hearing songs from Faron Young, Ray Price, Marty Robbins, young Elvis Presley and many others from that pe­ riod in Country music. The Dollar Brothers Band have been playing together (and yes, they are brothers) for over 20 years. The band has several recordings available and have performed at festivals and shows all over the area. This band will entertain you with the music, the singing and the hu­ mor in their show. Heritage is a great Ashe County band that includes among its member our own Clerk of Court, Pam Barlow. Liz Harmon and Common Thread are based in Watauga County, and like to give a new twist and old rock and pop tunes. Rock Bottom Bluegrass Band began as a group of friends picking for fun. What started as a Thursday-night "pickin' session" has evolved into a fullfledged band effort taking them to six states and producing five recordings. After ten years, the band maintains a busy schedule performing at festivals, concerts, corporate outings, and numer­ ous private functions. The band has ap­ peared with or opened for Jim and Jesse, The Lonesome River Band, Illrd Tyme Out, Blue Highway, Rhonda Vincent and the Rage, and the Kruger Brothers. Southern Accent a regionallyknown bluegrass gospel group from Watauga and Avery counties of Western PAGE 11 North Carolina, strives to take tradi­ tional and contemporary gospel songs and hymns and add a smooth bluegrass flavor to praise and honor the Lord, Je­ sus Christ. Their mission is to sing and play their instruments as a ministry to send out the message of the Good News of the Gospel. After having their begin­ nings in the mid-90s, Southern Accent has continued to faithfully and tastefully present their music in the High Country and surrounding regions in churches and family-oriented atmospheres for over a decade. Steve Lewis and Company. Steve is a former National Banjo Champion and has won many awards on that instru­ ment and guitar. He leaves yiou saying "How does he do that?"when he plays. White top Mountain Band is a clas­ sic old-time band that hails from south­ western Virginia. The members are Thornton Spencer - Fiddle, Martha Spen­ cer-Guitar, fiddle, banjo, vocals, Jackson Cunningham-Mandolin and vocals, Em­ ily Spencer - Banjo and Vocals, Michelle Lyle- Bass and Vocals and Spencer Pennington-Guitar and Vocals. 4 SEASONS VACATION RENTALS <St SALES Buyers Agency • I million Rentals Call Sherri Testerman or Jim Shepherd Tall Tree: 1-866-207-4837 Local: 336-877-3232 Website: innr.Vseasonsvacatiuns.com • Email: sherrihUi skyhest.com 1217 Lower Xettle Knob Road • I Vest Jefferson. NC Newly listed! Privately located on over 2 wooded acres only 2 miles out of town. Excellent condition 3 bedroom, 1/5 bath home with private back deck and full drive-in basement. Low maintenance home with vinyl siding. On 2 lots. $199,000.00 Just Reduced! Riverfront Lot - in well maintained Heritage Estates with paved streets. Common area with Gazebo. Shared well with underground utilities available. $89,(KM). Make your Vacation Rental ReservationsTODAY! 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Ashe County Arts Council Ashe County Chamber of Commerce Ashe County Christmas Tree Association Ashe County Democratic Party Ashe County Free Medical Clinic Ashe County Worship Center Ashe Pregnancy Care Center Ashe Presbyterian Church Ashe Services for Aging Faith Fellowship and Harvest Ministries Friends of Ashe County Gideons International Greater Lansing Area Development High Country Health Care System/Hospice High Country Youth Ministries Highlands Community Church Independent Order of Odd Fellows John Birch Society Lansing Area Ladies Auxiliary Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church Museum of Ashe County New Beginnings of Ashe County New Life in Jesus Ministries New Life Mobility Assistance Dogs Relay for Life Scott Blevins Cemetery Cookbook Committee West Jefferson Woman's Club "We're ceCe6rating Imagine the fun of having a hot tub in your backyard... a tranquil place to relax and unwind after a long day, or a fun gathering place for friends and family. 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(800) 759-2226 'www .skyiTieorg • www skybesLcom SkyLine SkyBest �une 29.2007 Paste 13 Christmas in July rayson Highlands Band a festival favorite I he Grayson Highlands Band, from the Jefferson, North Carolina area, plays a variety of old-time music, rang­ ing from rousing fiddle tunes to tra­ ditional songs and ballads. They are popular at the Christmas In July Fes­ tival, The Ola Belle Reed festival, The Carter Fold,The Rugby Fall festival and The Greater Lansing Area festival. They have also been the guest band on the Gary Poe Live Radio Show several times, and have won numerous awards at regional fiddlers conventions. Tina Trianosky is a multi-talented musician who plays the clawhammer banjo for the group. She also plays bass, guitar and fiddle and is an awardwinning Flatfoot dancer. She has won Irst place in Clawhammer banjo at many area contests, including the world's largest, the Old Fiddler's Con­ vention in Galax, Virginia.. Tina was re­ cently featured on the debut release by guitar virtuoso Clay Jones, Mountain Tradition. Susan Trianosky, Tina's mother, is featured on acoustic bass, guitar and vocals. She was a founding member of the Appalachian Mountain Girls, an allgirl old-time band, prior to joining the rayson Highlands band. Paul Trianosky, Su­ san's husband, plays mandolin and sings lead and harmony. He has played with some wellknown bluegrass bands, including the McPeak Brothers, Southern Rail, and Blue Plate Spe­ cial, as well as having a number of original songs published and recorded by various artists. Jerry Smith, Susan's father and Tina's grand­ father, is the leader of the band, playing guitar and acoustic bass. Jerry has been in the band 18 years, calling square dances and providing lead vocals and emcee work. Rhoda Kemp is an award-winning musician who plays acoustic bass with the Grayson High­ lands Band. Rhoda has performed on banjo, autoharp, guitar and vocals with a number of well-known regional bands including the Original Orchard Grass Band and the Clifton Family Band. Kathleen O'Connell adds her en­ ergetic style of old-time fiddle to the group, blending perfectly with Tina's banjo. Prior to joining the Grayson Highlands Band, Kathleen's fiddle mu­ sic was a central feature of the band Katie and the Bubbatones. THE EXCITEMENT IS BUILDING! 1 0(1 ARE INVITED! You sire invited to attend the BOONE BLOWING ROCK °rt*Ch . 'hr"*'•<•// ANTIQUES SHOW & SALE! Wif© tffap <g(P J U N E 2 9 , 3 0 & JULY 1 11AM TO 5 PM DAILY Fine antiques, incredible collections of estate jewelry, sterling silver, porcelains, cut glass, coins, pocket watches, inkwells, corkscrews, English needlework, paintings, American primitives, political & war memorabilia, coats of armor, antique guns, vintage costume jewelry, fine antique furniture and much, much morey You 'Harpy this diow! 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Stretching almost 500 miles along the crest of the Blue Ridge mountains through North Carolina and Virginia, it encompasses some of the oldest settlements of both pre-historic and early European settle­ ment. Visitors can trace much of the history of Appalachian culture by ob­ serving overlook signs, visitor center exhibits, restored historic structures, and developed areas, all of which reveal points of particular interest. For a com­ plete listing of the Parkway's historic attractions, contact the areas you will be visiting. In the meantime, here are some of the highlights: Native American Culture and Influence The Cherokee Indians of North Caro­ lina, and the Monacan, Saponi, and Tutelo Indians of western Virginia, were among the earliest inhabitants of the Blue Ridge, leaving artifacts and chang­ es in the landscape as evidence of their existence. Many of the fields still visible at the base of the mountains date back centuries to ancient American Indian agricultural methods of burning and deadening the trees and underbrush to provide needed grazing and crop land. Mountain and river names along the Parkway also reflect the American In­ dian influence. The best place to learn about the pre-history of the Appala­ chian chain in Virginia is at the Peaks of Otter Visitor Center museum (milepost 85.9). Arrowheads and early tools found in the Peaks area are exhibited. In North Carolina, the Parkway enters the Cherokee Indian Reservation at milepost 457.7 and features an infor­ mational display on the reservation at the Lickstone Parking Overlook (milepost 458.9). European Homesteads There are many surviving examples of early European pioneer structures along the Parkway, beginning at Milepost 5.8 at the Humpback Rocks Visi­ tor Center and Mountain Farm exhibit. The easy Mountain Farm Self-Guiding Trail takes you through a collection of 19th century farm buildings, and in the summer months there are often liv­ ing history demonstrations. The Visi­ tor Center exhibits represent the most complete effort at interpreting the Blue Ridge region with stories about early housing, community, entertainment, and transportation. At the Peaks of Ot­ ter (Milepost 85.9) there is a moderate loop trail leading to the Johnson Farm, in which generations of the Johnson family lived and worked with other members of the now-vanished commu­ nity. Another structure of interest here is Polly Woods Ordinary, representative of the early days of tourism in the area. The Trail Cabin (Milepost 154.6), Puckett Cabin (Milepost 189.9), Brinegar Cabin (Milepost 238.5), Caudill Cabin (Milepost 241), and Sheets Cabin (Mile­ post 252.4) are all 19th-century log cab­ ins illustrating the occasional isolated existence of mountain residents and the efforts of the original park planners to save log structures as opposed to other types of larger farm houses they found. The Jesse Brown Farmstead (Milepost 272.5) consists of a cabin, spring house, and the relocated Cool Springs Baptist Church. Representative Industries Along the Parkway Just about every form of 19th-cen­ tury industrial development in the moutains has its story told somewhere along the Parkway. Yankee Horse Ridge Parking Area (milepost 34.4) has a short Julian Price Park offers several short 60 years ago as a scenic motor road and conservator of the natural and histori­ stretch of reconstructed narrow-gauge trails and a lake. The most obvious modern contribu­ cal treasures of the Blue Ridge. Today, it railroad track once known as the Irish Creek Railway, along with an exhibit tor to the landscape is of course the is the most visited site in the National on logging in the area. The James River Parkway itself, conceived and designed Park system. Visitor Center (Milepost 63.6) has an exhibit on the ill-fated James River and Kanawha Canal, with a self-guiding trail to a restored lock dating from the mid-19th century. Mining operations in the Appalachians are remembered in place names such as Iron Mine Hollow (mile posts 96.2, 96.4) and at an exhibit in the North Toe Valley Overlook, Mile­ post 318.4. Of all the points of interest on the Parkway, perhaps Mabry Mill (Milepost 176.2) is the best known. The Mabry Mill Trail features a black smith shop, wheel wright's shop, and whiskey still, as well as the most photographed structure on the Parkway, Mabry Mill itself. As anyone who has traveled in the Appalachians knows, mountain crafts Widescreen HDTV's are one of the most popular attractions. (LCD, DLP, and Plasmas) Traditional crafts and music still thrive in the Blue Ridge mountains of today. Wall Mount TVs Along the Parkway in North Carolina are several places to view and purchase Speaker Systems Including In-Wall & In-Ceiling locally made items, such as the North­ west Trading Post (Milepost 258.6), the Custom Pre-Wire & Installation Available Moses Cone Estate and Parkway Craft Center (Milepost 294.1), and the Folk Art Center (Milepost 382). P.O. Box 4821424 E. Main Street The Modern Era Jefferson, NC 28640 By the 20th century, the Blue Ridge 1-866-846-5603 was viewed as a desirable location for men of wealth to build retreats. The www.magichent.com Moses H. Cone and Julian Price Memo­ "Serving the High Country rial Parks (Mileposts 292 - 298) are ex­ Since 1988" N E T W O R K amples of this. The Cone estate includes a turn-of-the-century manor house and AUTHORIZED RETAILER SATELLITE TELEVISION 24 miles of carriage roads, while the MAGIC m HOME ENTERTAINMENT Home Theater & Electronics SATELLITE SALES, SERVICE & INSTALLATION dish DIRECTV �Page 15 Christmas in July INE 29.2007 Colgate Country Showdown returns Anticipation and excitement is higher than ever as aspiring country ists prepare for the 27th Annual Colgate Country Showdown, set for Sati 7 from 10 a.m. to noon at this year's Christmas in July Festival. Ameri country music talent search and radio promotion, the Colgate Country Sh sponsored by 580 WKSK The Farm. Downtown West Jefferson will provide the exciting setting for the cof which will spotlight the best and brightest talent this area has to offer. J contest judges again this year are Lenny Sheets, Tony Shelton and Jeff Brit Acts will compete for the opportunity to perform in the State Country ^ to be held later this year. State winners, each of whom earns a $1,000 cash advance to a Regional competition in the fall. Winners of the five region! will advance to compete for the Grand Prize of $100,000 cash and the Natii The Colgate Country Showdown is designed to find the most promisii |music talent in America, giving these performers a chance to launch their| il careers. Country Showdown audiences may be seeing, hearing, and appl; lext superstar. The Colgate Country Showdown is open to vocal and/or instrumental p idividuals, or groups of up to seven members, who have not performed c listed in the national record charts of Billboard, Radio and Records, or the port within eighteen months preceding the local competition. There is a try fee and all contestants must begin their competition by performing Country Showdown contests produced by participating country music rad: uniform judging system on all levels of the competition ensures fairness. This year's performers include: (locally) Crystal Carson of Crumpler a ^Vilson of Fleetwood, NC; Amanda Iieidt of Banner Elk, NC; (duo group) T )f Crouse, NC; Bucky Reynolds of Crouse, NC; Sara Culler of Winston-Si lyla Rivenbark of Clayton, NC; and Keeghan Nolan of Fairfield, VT. • -• - * * ;!r 9 - ms lLet the Dine In or Carry Out Lunch Buffett Look for our booth at the Christmas in July Festival! Since 1979 eno's LOCAUY OWNED & OPERATED BY JOI & BRENDA BARKER Italian American Restaurant Daily Lunch & Dinner Specials P rim e R ± > o n F r i d a y & S a t u r d a y N i g h t s R ix-jye F filets, We serve Beer & Wine! Hand tossed pizza, subs, hamburger. Best Salad bar in town! Kids Menu Phone: 336-982-3060 ALWAYS CREATW6 A VARIETY OF SPECIAL8 All major credit cards accepted V 302 S. 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Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jefTersonpost.com • 9-10 softball team drops game Volume 82, Issue 55 page 6 SEHVIM; ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Board amends wind energy ordinance by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Proposed amendments to the county's ordinance regu­ lating wind energy systems include a lessening of the set­ back for utility scale turbines from 1,700 feet (residential and commercial) and 2,020 feet (educational and health facility) to 1,000 feet to be con­ sistent with other county ordi­ nances. Height requirements are proposed at no taller than 135 feet for small wind energy systems and no taller than 199 feet for large wind energy systems. No portion of a large wind energy system can be located or maintained on a protected mountain ridge if the top of the turbine exceeds the vegetative canopy by more than 35 feet. The newly revised ordi­ nance, prepared by Wilkes Attorney Tony Triplett, will be discussed by the board of commissioners at the next two regular meetings, Monday, July 16 and Monday, Aug. 7. Public comment is invited on the proposed amendments be­ fore a vote by the commission­ ers is expected on Aug. 7. The first public hearing is scheduled at 4:30 p.m. on Monday, July 16 during the commission's regular meeting. A second hearing and read­ ing of the ordinance will take place Aug. 7. A decision from the North Carolina Public Utilities Commission concern­ ing the Mountain Ridge Pro­ tection Act (Ridge Law) is ex­ pected on Aug. 8 and the Ashe County commissioners want to have a local ordinance in place in order to have a voice in the battle over the mountaintops. The issue began in 2003 See Wind, page 5 Ashe Museum director resigns Gene Hafer has resigned as executive director of the Museum of Ashe County His­ tory. In his letter to President Gwen Ashley, he described several projects he wishes to spend more time developing. Each involves research into some pieces of Ashe County history. Hafer Lopes they will evolve into newspaper and magazine articles, and one has good prospects for a book. He expressed regret that he will miss some good working relationships with friends, but plans to remain a devoted member of the organization. In announcing the resig- nation, Ashley commended Hafer for his work in develop­ ing and strengthening some of the ongoing projects of the museum organization during the past two years. His experi­ ence as legal counsel for many trade and professional groups and for a variety of non-profit oiganizations has helped the museum group's leadership in many ways. The 1904 Courthouse building is getting a new look, with window restoration on the first floor completed and second floor windows now at the workshop. Basic heating, See Museum, page 5 Christmas in July a hit Photos by Tom Fowler (www.tomfowler.net) and Linda Burchette The weather was pictureperfect, and the crowds large at the annual Christmas In July Festival in downtown West Jefferson. That air­ plane you may have heard overhead was none other than Tom Fowler, captur­ ing some bird's-eye views of the event. Down on the ground, visitors to the fes­ tival en)oyed a wide vari­ ety of crafts,, music, dance and—of course—food! There were also Civil War re-enactors. This was the second year the event was on "the Back Street," and appeared to be a success for all con­ cerned. Family of once-missing soldier honored by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor When he read a newspaper story about the discovery of the remains in Germany of a long lost World War II Ameri­ can soldier, and the plans to bring him home, NC Rep. Cullie Tarleton was moved and decided further recogni­ tion was needed. So he got the State House of Represen­ tatives involved. Lawrence Burkett of Jef­ ferson was killed in action on Dec. 11, 1944, in Dillingen, Germany, just before the Bat­ tle of the Bulge. He was with the 90,h U.S. Infantry Divi­ sion that attacked across the Saar River. It is thought that it was during this attack that Burkett was deadly wound­ ed and died in a trench, his body perhaps covered by dirt thrown up by exploding shells all around so that even the following Germans didn't see the body. A buddy saw him get hit, but found him dead by the time he reached Burkett and had to leave him behind expecting his body to be re­ covered. He didn't know until returning home from the war and trying to look his buddy up that he had never been found. The family received a call last July that the remains Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffer8onpoBt.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpo8t.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com Lawrence Burkett was listed on both since his death was witnessed but he was never recovered. The U.S. Army took care of all the details of recovery and bringing the remains home. Burkett was taken from Ger­ many to Hawaii to Fort Bragg and finally home to Jefferson where he was laid to rest with military honors June 16 be­ side his wife who had never stopped waiting for him to come home. "I was very touched about the story of Lawrence Bur­ kett being found and the family's efforts to honor him," said Tarleton during a visit to Ashe County this past weeklend. "I read the story in the (Raleigh) News & Observer, and said we can't let it stop here, we've got to do some­ thing. So I went to the clerk for drafting bills (Principal Clerk Denise Weeks) and told her to read the story and call me back. She did and said we Post photo by Linda Burchette should do a recognition that NC Rep. Cullie Tarleton came to Ashe County last Friday to present copies of a resolution he was found and brought from the State House of Representatives honoring Pvt. Lawrence Burkett whose remains home for burial. We wanted were found in Germany last year and returned to Jefferson for burial last month. Accepting to draft a resolution to honor the resolution from Rep. Tarleton (third from left) are the children of Lawrence Burkett; from Lawrence Burkett as a true left, Kathy Gentry, Gladys Shatley, and Bill Burkett. American hero." had been found by the Dillin- both non profit groups made The discovery was reported Tarleton worked with the gen/Saar History Group and up of individuals who use to American authorities who clerk on drafting the bill, and Verein zur Bergung Gefall- metal detectors to find miss­ checked it against the list of last Friday presented cer­ ener in Osteuropa (VBGO), ing soldiers and lost artillery. missing and killed in action. tificates of recognition to the Ministry plans fundraiser Hope After Dope Ministries will be holding a fundraiser Saturday, July 14 at 7 p.m. in the auditorium at Watauga High School. Wendy Robbins and the Bloodbought Trio will be per­ forming gospel music during the event and all proceeds will benefit the new Ministry, which works to help those trying to overcome addic­ tion. There will also be people speaking who have recovered from addictions through Jesus Christ. This event is offered free of charge. A love offering will be taken at the fundraising event and all proceeds will go to Hope After Dope Ministries to help those in need. For more information, call Curtis Presnell at 828-964-1056 or Jenny Lampo at 828-9649237. Grants awarded by Blue Ridge Electric Two non-profit organizations in Ashe County are among the first to be awarded grants from the new Blue Ridge Electric Members Foundation. children of Lawrence Burkett: Gladys Shatley, Kathy Gen­ try and Bill Burkett; during a visit to West Jefferson Town Hall and in the presence of West Jefferson Mayor Dale Baldwin. The resolution states: "Whereas, Lawrence Bur­ kett, a lifelong resident of Ashe County, was a devoted family man and gifted car­ penter, who eiyoyed fishing, hunting and singing bass in the choir at the Friendship Baptist Church; and "Whereas, in April of 1944, Lawrence Burkett at the age of 28 was drafted into the United States Army, where he proudly served his coun­ try during World War II as a member of Company A of the 357th Regiment of the 90th In­ fantry Division; and "Whereas, within months of his departure to Europe with his regiment, Lawrence Burkett's family learned that he was missing in action and later received notice that he had likely been killed on December 11, 1944, during a conflict between American and German troops; and "Whereas, Lawrence Bur­ kett's wife Dora never gave up hope that her beloved hus­ band would come home and See Burkett, page 5 The Ashe County Rescue Squad received a grant of $8,000 to help with the purchase of a special­ ized all-terrain vehicle to use to transport patients in remote areas and in search and rescue opera­ tions, and the Ashe County Sharing Center was awarded $2,000 to purchase food for distribution to needy families in the county. Checks totaling $30,000 were presented to eight organizations in four counties at the Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation's annual meeting in June. The Foundation was established by Blue Ridge Electric last year to support the work of commu­ nity organizations. �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, JULY 10, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Mary Austin Allen Jefferson, N.C. April 17, 1926 July 1, 2007 Mrs. Mary Austin Allen, age 81, of Jefferson, died Sun­ day, July 1, 2007 at Ashe Me­ morial Hospital. A graveside service was held on Tuesday, July 3, 2007 at 11 a.m. at Ashelawn Me­ morial Gardens Cemetery with Rev. Dr. Keith Franklin officiating. Mrs. Allen was born in Ashe County on Saturday, April 17,1926 to the late Rob­ ert G. and Ola Green Austin. She was a homemaker. She was a member of Jefferson United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Sylvia Allen. She is survived by her hus­ band, Wiley Bronard Allen, of I the home;.a son, Robert Allen and wife, Kathy, of Mt. Airy, NC; a sister, Alice Lee Lafferty, of Jefferson; two grandsons, Wes Allen of Ovido, Florida and Will Allen and wife, Jen­ nifer, of Pilot Mountain, NC; 2 great-grandsons, Laton Allen and Levi Banks, all of Pilot Mountain, NC; several nieces and nephews also survive. The family requests no food please! Memorials may be made to High Country Health Care Hospice, PO Box 421, Jeffer­ son, NC 28640. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. grandchildren. Russ worked for Kodak in Minneapolis and then continued his career as an electrical engineer with Western Electric until his re­ tirement, moving to Glendale Springs in 1967. He was a member of Jefferson United Methodist Church, a member of the Blue Ridge University study-group, was an active • > amateur radio operator for over 70 years with friends world-wide. An award win­ ning and published photogra­ pher, he had an enthusiasm for the unknown sharing his curiosity and creativity. He Russell D. Hamilton was instrumental in complet­ Glendale Springs, N.C. ing the Ashe County Cem­ Born 1914 etery project published in the June 29, 2007 1990's and had a passion for Russell D. Hamilton of the family's genealogy. Russ Glendale Springs, NC passed was actively involved in the away June 29, 2007. mountain community and Born in 1914, the son of deeply loved the home he de­ Swedish immigrant parents, signed in Glendale Springs. he and his sister Eileen grew "In our hearts you hold a up in Minneapolis, Minneso­ place that no one else could ta. Russ attended the Univer­ ever fill..." • sity of Minnesota where he Internment services will be explored photography while held at Holy Trinity Church majoring in engineering. He of the Fresco at a later date. married Helen Stanway in In lieu of flowers, memorials September of 1937 and they may be sent to Ashe County enjoyed 67 wonderful years Public Library. together. They both enjoyed You may give the family traveling, visiting excit­ your condolences at our web­ ing destinations around the site www.boonefuneralhome. world. Russ' favorite vaca­ com. tion was visiting the state of Boone Family Funeral Hawaii. They cherished their Home of West Jefferson is family of two children, five in charge of these arrange­ grandchildren and six great- ments. t Ik i * o # Herman George "Sam" Bauguess Creston, N.C. April 24,1926 June 30, 2007 Mr. Herman George "Sam" Bauguess, age 81, of Creston, died Saturday, June 30, 2007 at North Carolina Baptist Hospital. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, July 3, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Mountain View Bap­ tist Church with Rev. Denton Hart and Rev. Eddie Lewis officiating. Burial followed in the Flatwoods Cemetery. The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, July 2, 2007 at Boone Family Funeral Home. Mr. Bauguess was born in Ashe County on Saturday, April 24,1926 to the late Mar­ ion Bauguess and Stella Coldiron Bauguess. He worked in maintenance at Burlington Industries. He was also preceded in death by twin sons, Jerry and Gerald Bauguess;three grand­ children, Angelica Grubbs, Teresa Beth Bauguess and an infant grandchild and a brother, Freeman Bauguess. He is survived by his wife, Delia Denny Bauguess, of the home; three sons, George Bauguess and wife, Sandra, of Oxford, PA, Johnny Bauguess and wife, Dianne, of Mountain City, TN and Rick Bauguess and wife, Dorothy, of Creston, 'the Pond Mountain Commu­ nity; three daughters, Judy Greer, of Lansing, Juanita Jones and husband, Harold, of Creston, the Pond Moun­ tain Community and Dorothy Grubbs and husband, John, of Granite Falls, NC; a step brother, Junior Roland and wife Doris, of Sunset, MD; twenty-one grandchildren; nineteen great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews also survive. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Blanche Owen Francis Crumpler, N.C. May 2, 1915 July 1, 2007 Mrs. Blanche Owen Fran­ cis, age 92, of Crumpler, passed away on Sunday, July 1, 2007 at Margate Health & Rehab Center in Jefferson. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, July 5, 2007 at 11 a.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home Cha­ pel with Elder John Jackson officiating. Burial followed in the Healing Springs Baptist Church Cemetery. Hettie B. Brooks Jefferson, N.C. March 6,1911 July 5, 2007 Mrs. Hettie B. Brooks of Jefferson died Thursday, July 5, 2007 at Segraves Care Cen­ ter in Jefferson. Mrs. Brooks was born March 6, 1911 in Ashe County, NC to Curtis and Hettie Shatley Blevins. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Tom Brooks. Funeral services were held Saturday, July 7, 2007 at 11 a.m. at Ashelawn Memorial Chapel in Jefferson with Rev. Joe Riley Blevins officiating. Burial followed in Ashelawn William Glenn Miller Warrensville, N.C. September 10, 1915 July 1, 2007 Mr. William Glenn Miller, Jr., age 91, of Warrensville, died Sunday, July 1, 2007 at his residence. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, July 3, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel with Elder John Jackson officiating. Burial fol­ lowed in the Ashelawn Memo­ rial Gardens Cemetery. The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Monday, July 2, 2007 at Boone Family Funeral Home. Mr. Miller was born in Ashe County on Friday, Sep­ tember 10, 1915 to the late David and Bessie Miller. He graduated from Appalachian State Teachers College and taught at Lansing School. He served in the United States Navy during World War II. In 1951, Mr. Miller began his own business, Miller Insur­ ance Agency. He was preceded in death by his wife, Avis Miller and a son, William "Billy" Glenn Miller, Jr. He is survived by three sons, The family received friends from 10 to 11 a.m. on Thurs­ day, one hour prior to the fu­ neral service. Mrs. Francis was born in Rugby, Virginia on Sunday, May 2, 1915 to the late Ar­ thur Greene Owen and Nan­ cy Osborne Owen. She was a homemaker. She was preceded in death by her husband, Herbert B.. Francis; a daughter, Shirley Lambert; two brothers, Cody Owen and Raymond Owen; four sisters, Alma White, Margaret Jones, Sybil Kilby and Hazel Osborne. She is survived by two sisters, Ruth Cornett and Faye Fluty, both of Virginia; a grandson, Michael Lambert and wife, Jeannie, of West Jef­ ferson; two granddaughters, Meredith Lambert and Gabrielle Lambert, both of West Jefferson; a son-in-law, David Lambert; several nieces and nephews also survive. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Memorial Gardens. The fami­ ly received friends from 10:3011 a.m. Saturday prior to the service at Ashelawn Memorial Chapel. Flowers were accept­ ed or memorials may be made to Ashe Services for the Aging, PO Box 9, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or Segraves Nursing Care Center Activities Fund, 200 Hospital Ave., Jefferson, NC 28640. Mrs. Brooks is survived by four nieces and one nephew. You may email condolences to the family through our web­ site at www.ashelawn.com. Ashelawn Memorial Chapel was in charge of Mrs. Brooks' arrangements. David Miller and wife, Joy, of Jefferson, Kendall Miller and wife, Robin, of Greenville, SC and Christopher Miller and wife, Elizabeth, of Jefferson; three daughters, Jane Shedd and husband, Steve, of Dallas, TX, Karen Miller, of Warrens­ ville and Barbara Thomas and husband, David, of Fleet­ wood; a sister, Verona Witherspoon and husband, Lloyd, of Jefferson; a special care­ taker, Ginny Tedder; thirteen grandchildren; three great­ grandchildren; several nieces and nephews also survive. The family requests no food please! In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to: William Glenn Miller Educa­ tion Scholarships Fund, do Ashe County Board of Educa­ tion, PO Box 604, Jefferson, NC 28640 or to North Fork Primitive Baptist Church, d o Elder John Jackson, 1103 Tom Jackson Road, Boone, NC 28607. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. — T H E I L L U S T R A T E D B I B L E X who fears the Lord has a secure fortress, and for his children it will be a refuge. PROVERBS 14:26 © 2007 by King Features Syndicate. Inc. World rights reserved WANT TO BUY t ? X iE' m JUT- <t* Location Aaha County High School Parting Lot Wast Jaffarson. 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Family, friends and neighbors want to help, but even the best of intentions can be waylaid when you don't know what to do qr fear being too intru­ sive. "In the midst of a health care crisis, people live in a slow-motion world filled with fear, uncertainty and critical health care decisions. They simply can't focus on - or may even forget about - dayto-day activities," said Dr. Jesse Gruman, president of the Center for the Advance­ ment of Health. "The bur­ dens they're facing cause ac­ tion paralysis. Friends and family can best help by just doing whatever they see that needs doing. That will dra­ matically reduce stress for a hurting family." Many normal daily activi­ ties get set aside during days and weeks consumed with medical tests, doctor visits, surgeries, physical therapy or chemotherapy. Here are five specific ways to help un­ til life resumes some sense of normalcy. 1. Pick Something Specific - Starting at Home Try not to ask the general question, "How can I help?" Instead, take responsibility for a specific task and tell the family when it will be com­ pleted. Even asking, "Could I mow your lawn?" may result in a gentle brush-off for fear of imposition. Telling the person, "I'm going to mow your lawn every Thursday" breaks down reservations. If your neighbor is away at the hospital day and night, get their newspapers, mail or deliveries. Water their flowers and plants.Turn the lights on and off to provide added security. The mail, laundry and dust are bound to pile up when there's limited time at home. Offer to clean the house, fold laundry or hire a cleaning person for the tasks. 2. Simplify Communica­ tion Keeping people informed of an individual's medical condition and progress also can be a major, and often hidden, stressor. "It is emotionally draining and physically exhausting for family members of a pa­ tient to repeat details of the treatment progress or latest test results with 10 people every day," said Sona Mehring of CaringBridge. "It can be overwhelming and takes time away from their loved one - the person who really needs their attention." Car­ ingBridge is a nonprofit ser­ vice providing free, private and personalized Web sites that serve as communication and support hubs during health care crises. If you're close to the af­ fected family or person, offer to create a CaringBridge Web site for them (www.caringbridge.org). It takes two min­ utes and is easily updated, keeping all those concerned - regardless of their location - apprised of any develop­ ments. The site allows an author to post background on the individual's condition and diagnosis, provide up­ dates with regular journal entries, post photos, and link to other sites for medical in­ formation. Sites also provide a guestbook for visitors to post personal notes, prayers and poems. And whenever a journal update is made to the individual's site, regis­ tered visitors receive an email alert. 3. Help With Meals Provide ready-to-cook meals, frozen and portioned according to the family's size. And be creative - families are too often overwhelmed with large pasta dishes. Makeand-bake meal preparation stores are extremely con­ venient if you don't want to cook. Gift cards to fast-food or casual dining restaurants always come in handy. For family members who remain at home, go grocery shop­ ping. Put the groceries away, and leave a note with meal suggestions for the week. 4. Take Care Of The Rest Of The Family , Maintaining a typical daily routine is unrealistic in the midst of a health care crisis. Kids, however, still need to go to school or get to after-school activities. Offer to provide rides for the kids or dinner for them before their evening activities. Giving kids an outlet for fun can help relieve stress and worry. Invite them to a sporting event, the zoo or a movie with your children. Again, specifically say, "We're picking up Brian at 6:45 for the football game, and we'll be home at 10." This gives parents kid-free time to de­ compress, run errands or catch up on much-needed sleep. And don't forget about the four-legged family members. Offer to walk or feed the dog at a specific time each day and follow through. 5. Don't Do It Alone When a crisis strikes, many people truly want to help. Groups can pool their energy and resources to help spread the responsibilities among many people to pro­ vide help for an extended pe­ riod of time. Supporting family, friends and neighbors through a time of medical crisis, uncertainty or prolonged illness can be incredibly fulfilling, and your efforts will be a welcome re­ lief during long days. The "William QU'tui 'Miller, Sr. family would like> to thank everyone in the c ommunity far their kindness support during Glenn'* illness and death. Our thanks go out to tile 'Maryate Ifcalth 'Rghab staff and to tile nurse* CNAs of the 300 hall Tile care and attention offered by Tlder John Jackson, Ashe 'Memorial, 'Hospital, T)r. ChanTadger, T)r. 'Melinda Wansick and the staff at Teople's Drug Store, during Glenn* illnes* are also very much appreciated. 'We extend special thanks to all the caregivers: Ginny Tedder, 'Pat'Mahaffey, Tvelyn Shepherd, Sue "Weaver, Wilma 'Pfehardson and to Wcspice of Ashe County . They all made this difficult period of our lives easier ami we deeply appreciate^ their thoughtful aire-. William Glenn Miller, Sr. 'Family K �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, JULY 10, 2007 PAGE 3 COMMUNITY NEWS The Raleigh Report by Rep. Cullie Tarleton by Rep. Cullie Tarleton Special to the Post The General Assembly had an abbreviated stay in Raleigh this week so that lawmakers could celebrate Independence Day with their families and friends. We used our short session to contin­ ue refining our budget plan for the state and conferring with our Senate counterparts about the state's financial outlook for the months ahead. I will continue to push for fair treatment of our teach­ ers, our state employees and our retired state employees. Work continues on trying to find a plan both houses can agree to that will provide badly needed Medicaid relief for our counties. My hope is the issue is not dead for this session as was reported by another member. We'll get back together at the start of next week. Since we are celebrating the founding of our nation this week, I thought it would be a good time to update you on some of the legislation we are working on to improve the lives of members of the military and their families. While all of us have an impor­ tant role to play in our democ­ racy, our soldiers and sailors are often the ones forced to risk their lives when our safe­ ty is threatened by others. Their families must make do without their loved ones for months at a time. I hope you will join me in offering up a Post file photo Rep. Cullie Tarleton prayer for the safety of our military men and women and their families. This state has one of the nation's largest populations of active military members and veterans and I am fortunate to serve in the state House alongside several veterans who have helped us develop a strong plan for improving the lives of our service members. As I've mentioned before, I'm a proud former NCNG and Army Reserve member. We are also home to a number of military bases, including two of the world's premiere mili­ tary installations - Fort Bragg and Camp Lejune. Boone and Jefferson are home to two units of the NCNG, both of whom have seen service in Iraq. We are very proud of our Guard Units and the men and women who serve. Work­ ing for the military in North Carolina keeps our state economy healthy and our na­ tion strong. Thank you for allowing me to share this information with you. Please contact me if I can be of any assistance at culliet@ncleg.net. Community support North Carolina has the fourth-largest military pres­ ence in the country and many military families experience significant hardship and stress related to the ongoing fight against terrorists in the Middle East. The Homeland Security, Military and Veter­ ans Affairs committee is con­ sidering a bill (HI192) that would award $26 million in grants to relieve these hard­ ships within North Carolina's military communities. The House Committee on Rules, Calendar, and Op­ erations of the House is con­ sidering a bill (H1721) that would establish a joint study committee on military and veteran's affairs. The commit­ tee would study ways to bet­ ter the lives of the state's vet­ erans, service members and their families. I'd welcome any ideas you might have. I'll pass them along to the Study Commission. Consumer Protection A bill to protect service­ men from financial scams has passed the House and been sent to the Senate Commit­ tee on Small Business, Com­ merce, and Entrepreneurship. The bill (H773) helps protect members of the military from financial fraud such as preda­ tory life insurance policies that may not cover death in combat and predatory an­ nuity sales. A separate bill (H981) proposes setting aside money to hire a consumer protection specialist position in the Department of Justice. The specialist would work largely with service members who may have been defraud­ ed. I support and co-spon­ sored both these bills. Business Small businesses and ser­ vice members would benefit from a bill introduced in the House that would award tax credits for employing reserv­ ists or National Guardsmen who are called to active duty. The tax credits would help employers pay the costs of training replacements for deployed service members and reintegrating returned soldiers into the workforce. The proposal would cost an estimated $4 million and was part of the House's recom­ mended budget. Negotiations about the credit continue as part of the budget process. Family A bill to protect the pa­ rental custody and visitation rights of deployed and active members of the military was ratified and will become law after the governor signs it. The bill (H1634) permits ex­ pedited custody hearings for service members called into duty and hearings via tele­ phone for service members deployed on short notice. It also prevents a parent from citing deployment and a rea­ son to modify or change cus­ tody arrangements. Under the new law, any custody or­ der issued because of deploy­ ment expires within 10 days of the soldier's return. Employment The House passed a bill that grants leaves of absence for elected or appointed state officials who are called to ac­ tive military duty and per­ mits temporary officials to be appointed during their absences. The bill (H671) was sent to the Senate Committee on State and Local Govern­ ment. A bill to clarify hiring pref­ erences for veterans in state government has also cleared the House. The bill (H1412) grants veterans and their surviving spouses or depen­ dents preference with state departments, agencies, and institution. It is currently in the Senate Committee on State and Local Government. A bill to add a veteran to the State Personnel Com­ mission (H1413) passed the House and is now in the Sen­ ate Committee on State and Local Government. The com­ mission sets policies and prac­ tices for hiring in the state. The Senate approved two House bills on Tuesday re­ garding military service. One (H1414) provides that teach­ ers and state employees called into active duty receive credit for time spent in the military for retirement purposes. That bill is on its way to Gov. Mike Easley for his signature. The other bill (H1415) protects teachers and state employees from being denied short-term benefits because of absences for military service. It must return to the House for con­ currence on changes made in the Senate. Notes Members of thestate House have met several times with veterans and active duty ser­ vice members this session to honor their sacrifices at home and in wars overseas. One resolution (H1720) honored the 11 National Guard mem­ bers who died in the line of duty and six who were killed in action since the terrorist at­ tacks of Sept. 11,2001. Nearly 11,000 members of the guard have been deployed overseas since that time and 135 have been wounded in action. Gui­ dons from the 72 North Caro­ lina National Guard units that were deployed since the terrorist attacks of Septem­ ber 11, 2001, were displayed for several weeks in the Leg­ islative rotunda between the main entrances to the House and Senate chambers. The House passed a reso­ lution (H1929) asking the Department of Defense to re­ turn the remains of a Marine killed in Cambodia to Duplin County. Lance Cpl. Joseph Nelson Hargrove was cap­ tured by Khmer Rouge forces on Koh Tang Island in 1975 while trying to free kidnapped crew members of the SS Mayaguez. Hargrove's grave site was identified on the island in 2001 but his body was not recovered and returned to his family. I presented certificates of appreciation and recognition to the family of Lawrence Burkett, an Ashe County resident who was killed in ac­ tion in 1944 and his remains not discovered until this year. His remains were returned to Ashe County for burial last month. Lawrence Burkett was a true American patriot and hero. on Hie Flew Hint Uihnu j from lluri-h Caroline VvirtuHca .iTuaic iouJ end art down by cite lit vers Patriotic pageant winners Photos courtesy of the Elite Miss American Pride Pageant The Elite Miss American Pride Pageant was held at the Ashe County Civic Center in West Jefferson on June 30. The theme was "Proud to be An American." The pageant recognized veterans or active military family members and friends of contes­ tants by displaying their pictures at the registration table. All veterans that attended the pageant got in free. There was a Memorial Scholarship given away to one of the contestant based on the applications submitted and the winner was Keisha Wilson. The pageant also presented a plaque to Ashe County VWF Post 7946. The winners of the event were: Baby Beauty—Callie Phipps; Baby Patriotic—Kyleigh Miller; Tot Patriotic—Anndee Barker; Tiny Beauty—Kaitlyn Jordan; Tiny Patriotic—Brooklyn Sheets; Little Patriotic-^Michaela McElhaney; Boy Patriotic—Jacob Foster; Patriotic Mini Royalty—Leah Hampton; Patriotic Mini Supreme—Breeanna Foster; Teen Patriotic—Maghon Barker; Miss Beauty-Amberle Gowan; Miss Patriotic—Lisa Patel; Lady Patriotic—Kim Ramsey; Patriotic Grand Royalty—Austin Bytnar; and Patriotic Grand Supreme—Keisha Wilson. • Auto Insurance Garry Elliott Agent Lonnie F. Darnell. Jr. We'll go the EXTRA MILE Dependable service, fast, fair claims urn! some of the best discounts available ill our state is what you can expect from North Carolina Farm llurcau Insurance Companies. With proven protection, year after year, thousands of people just like you have trusted us to help them with their auto insurance needs. Agent Martin J. Weaver Agent Jason Burgin Agent Michael F. 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Jefferson Ave. (336) 846-1044 zr c Highlands Union Bank cr "Faces ynu know People you trtist: D 7s" h o 3 �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Deport illegals who break law to d i i i i i i J, „ \ i \ h ii {R.I B iff 1 USiffl if S differ To the Editor: I beg to differ [Reagan's Legacy, July 3, 2007J. Presi­ dent Ronald Reagan's true legacy is that haters and wannabe 'myth-makers' still have the right to spew their The recent failure of Americans, we have no tol­ lies and rewrites of history the U.S. Senate to pass an erance for those who come from behind the bushes of immigration bill means, here to commit crimes. their own private property The standard would - in English. among other things, no Most of the trash talk of progress in dealing with seem to be reasonable: if angry, frustrated ego maniacs those illegal aliens who a person here illegally is deserves to be ignored alto­ arrested and convicted, he gether. And, that's just what break our laws. These criminals repre­ or she is returned to their happens, I'm sure, to the vast majority of Craig Dudley's sent a small percentage of country of origin; in other the men, women and chil­ words, deported. Yet infor­ many, many unkind words dren who come over our mation from Price suggests aimed at non-leftists, tradi­ tional American values, and southern border. The vast that happens in less than all that we as a nation have majority of immigrants, half the cases. In some done to help others through­ legal and otherwise, are instances, illegal aliens out history. However, when I hear the bushes (or shrubs, here to work and build bet­ have been allowed to build ter lives for themselves significant "rap sheets" if you prefer, Craig) rustling, screaming out contemptible and their families. But just without anyone calling the falsehoods designed to dam­ as there is a criminal ele­ INS. That just does not age the very fabric and foun­ ment in our native popu­ make sense. dation of my country, I get a bit upset myself. In fact, as lation, so there is among Ultimately, the federal a true patriot, I'm tempted at immigrants. government must require that point to call the scream­ Rep. David Price, local and state law enforce­ er out from behind the shrub­ D-NC, has now intro­ ment agencies to include bery and invite him to join me duced a bill that would the question of status in out behind the woodshed. Thanks to great Ameri­ require Immigration and their arrest procedures. Naturalization Services Obviously, when a dep­ cans like Ronald Reagan, we prevailed over dangerous (INS) to do a monthly check uty or officer makes an foes, including those domes­ with state and local prisons arrest, the suspect must tic enemies who distorted the to get an up-to-date total be identified. With some fervor of the great civil rights of the number of illegal funding and training from revolution into a full-fledged anti-Americanism for which immigrants incarcerated. Washington, that process grey-pony-tailed In addition, the legislation can include determining pathetic zealots along with some would provide help to state whether a person who is and local law enforcement not a citizen is here legally in identifying illegal aliens or illegally. Those results among those they arrest. will allow the INS to effi­ We believe Price's leg­ ciently move to deportation The issue of local suicides islation, which passed the in these cases. is perhaps the toughest I have House last month, is wor­ This issue is just a small faced as editor here at the Jef­ thy of support. While this part of our overall national ferson Post. newspaper has long taken challenge of dealing with It is no secret that we have had yet another rash of sui­ the position that we are illegal immigration. After a nation of immigrants failing on the larger issue, cides in this county in recent months. The most recent one, and that we are in a posi­ the Senate needs to pass involving a friend of mine, tion to welcome more new Price's bill, and soon. took place last week. Yet ex­ cept for that number and the TUG secRerr Fiuas OF ivte CIA... obituaries involved, you will not read about these suicides CASTRO ASSASSINATION ATTEMPT NO. 1246: as suicides in this newspaper. Obtdnad )*t-prop*1 lad rollarakataa and Aaaa buttarfly net froa Nlla I. Coyota. It is a tough decision, and one I agonize over with every death. If a public person—such as an elected official or someone who has already made news— were to end their lives, the PAGE 4 TUESDAY, JULY 10, 2007 h 'REMEMBER WHEN IT WASN'T All ABOUT RAISING MONEY?" Letters to the Editor brainwashed minions angrily wave the banners even to this day. President Reagan put America back on track mili­ tarily and economically, after the disastrous - and perilous­ ly weak-kneed - term of his predecessor. The whole free world prospered. He won the Cold War. The whole - suddenly larger - free world rejoiced. His image was and re­ mains one of strength as well as kindness. He was a true man of action, who put his country first and did as much as anyone to preserve its greatness for all of us. Let us not be fooled into believing less of Ronald Reagan. Now, as we celebrate the birth of our independence, I believe it's appropriate to re­ mind ourselves and our next generation what it is that makes ours the greatest na­ tion in the history of human­ kind. No other world power has used its might to help others the way America has. Ours have been wars to de­ fend and nurture freedom at home and around the world. In times of peace, we have done more than our share to offer assistance to friends - and even foes - in need. At the same time, we defend the freedom of our own people to disparage and even attempt to tear down all that has built us up. We are descended from and indebted to bold vision­ aries, who dared to try some­ thing that had not been tried before. Their experiment in free self-government, thanks to citizen leaders like Ronald Reagan, has become human civilization's greatest success story. Happy Birthday, United States of America. We are all still free to cheer you or jeer you. And that's a beautiful thing, whether we appreciate it or not. Drew Martin Jefferson, NC A tough decision on local suicides decision would be simple: we would report the fact. We also report suicides w h e n JA they take Jim Thompson place as part of another crime, such as murder. But these recent suicides have all involved private in­ dividuals—persons who have not made headlines and whose deaths would not normally be covered beyond the Obituar- ies page. And so we extend to those they have left behind privacy regarding their loved one's passing. In this small community, of course, word of the death travels quickly. It is one thing, however, to hear about a suicide and another to see it on the cover of every newspaper. To date, that is not something I am willing to do'. The conflict within comes about because this silence— even though I believe it is mor­ ally and professionally justi­ fied—may, I fear, contribute to the conspiracy of silence that surrounds the issue of chronic depression in our commu­ nity. We have started talking about it, finally, but in far too few places and involving far too few people. It is a subject for every pastor and political leader, for business leaders and health educators. Talking will help end the stigma about what is a disease—nothing more. Talking will help break the biggest holds depression can get on a person: the feel­ ing they are isolated and have no hope. So the Jefferson Post will continue to respect the priva­ cy of private people and their families. At the same time, we urge the community to con­ tinue the ongoing dialogue about chronic depression and suicide. People's lives depend on it. Is buying a home still a good idea? Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Production Manager/Webmaster Copy Editor Sports Editor Office Manager Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Linda Burchette Kelly Elliott Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Sandra Osborne Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. It's amazing how quickly perspectives can change. Just a few years ago, a person or couple was thought to be out of touch, financially speak­ ing, if they didn't own a home. Then, it seemed like people owning a home only a few months could turn around and sell it for a profit. Today the tables have been turned. Homes are taking much longer to sell, some ho­ meowners have had to fore­ close on their dwelling, and the residential construction business—nationwide—is way off. Owning a home doesn't ap­ pear to be the instant road to wealth it once was. What happened? Well, like any investment market—and make no mistake, homes are an investment—the housing market goes through cycles. The market will boom for a while, then cool off, then boom again, and then cool again, and so on. People unaware of these cycles oflen think the boom or bust they're current­ ly in is the first time it's ever happened. But it isn't! A major driving force be­ hind the housing market cycle is interest rates. Low interest rates make it easier to buy a home, so more people do, and all this buying drives up prices. But the reverse happens when interest rates rise, as higher rates reduce the number of buyers and cause housing prices to come back to earth. Does the movement of in­ terest rates explain what's happened to the housing mar­ ket the past couple of years? It sure does. Earlier this de­ cade, interest rates were low; in fact, the low­ est in two decades. This m a d e h o m e owning very af­ fordable and very • appeal Mike Walden I ing to m a n y people, and lots of people jumped in to buy. In fact, so many did that the percentage of households owning a home set an all time record high. Then the inevitable hap­ pened—interest rates rose— as they always do. Mortgage payments went up, some owners couldn't afford them, and the air began to leak out of the housing market bal­ loon. Today, homes are still selling, people are still buy­ ing, but price appreciation has dropped, and the market isn't booming. Which is probably good be­ cause like most things, own­ ing a home is neither as great as some say nor as disastrous as others claim For example, consider the statement, which I'm sure you've heard, that renting is just throwing money down the drain. At the end of your lease, you don't have any­ thing to show for the money you've spent. With owning a home, you're told, your money builds up in the value of the house. There are two problems with this statement. First, if the house doesn't rise in value, or increases very little, then it may not be a great in­ : ••Lan® vestment. And second, rent­ ers have the opportunity to invest money that they would have used to buy and own a home—money like the down payment plus other monthly expenses—and the earnings from these investments have to be considered in any fair comparison of owning versus renting. On the other hand, the naysayers who today are arguing against home own­ ing are probably stretching things too. In most parts of the country, home values are still rising; they're just not rising as much as they were in the past. It's very rare for owners to find they have to sell a home for less than they paid for it. So what am I saying—is home owning good or not? I guess I'm taking the logical middle ground, the ground I've staked out for almost 30 years of educating people about economics. Home own­ ing Shouldn't be looked at as a way to make a fast buck. Home owning is best suited for people who plan to be in the home for a while, say at least five years. In this case, owning a home will give you both a great place to live as well as a reasonable return on your money. One word of caution though. Check out the ins and outs of any mortgage used to buy a home. Ask about the worst-case scenario situa­ tion if your house payment increases the most it can and see if you could still afford it. To quote a well-used phrase, "forewarned is forearmed." Home owning is still a big part of the American Dream, and it certainly can be if you decide to look at it in a rea­ soned, educated and cautious way. But don't forget—re­ serve Saturday mornings for all those around the house chores! Dr. Mike Walden is a Wil­ liam Neal Reynolds Professor and North Carolina Coopera­ tive Extension economist in the Department of Agricultur­ al and Resource Economics of N.C. State University's College of Agriculture and Life Sci­ ences. He teaches and writes on personal finance, economic outlook and public policy. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to edi­ tor® skybest.com. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, JULY 10, 2007 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT Farmers Market hours expand by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Two great-great-grandmothers! Photos courtesy of the family Little Paige Overcash is a lucky girl! Lots of babies have living grandparents, some have great-grandparents, but she has two living great-great-grandmothers. The family posed for these five-generation pictures, and shared them with us. At top, we have (left-right) greatgrandmother Mary Evans Holman, great-great-grandmother Margaret Evans (who is 92), Paige, mother Kasey Holman Overcash and grandfather Dwlght Holman Jr. Below, there is (left-right) grandfather Dwlght Holman Jr., great-grandfather Dwlght Holman Sr., greatgreat-grandmother Martha Holman (who is 94) holding the baby and mother Kasey Holman Overcash. Our congratulations to everyone is this remarkable family! Wind continued from front page when Richard Calhoun as a commissioner first brought up the issue of wind energy generation in the county. He and other commissioners and county officials visited Buffalo Mountain in Tennessee to see utility scale wind turbines and a group called the Wind Power Working Group compiled in­ formation about wind turbines and energy. Commissioner Freda Good­ man in August '2003 recom­ mended to the board that they ask the General Assembly to address legislation to exempt Ashe County from the Ridge Law in order for the county to enact its own regulation. The turbines seen at Buffalo Mountain were about 215 feet tall with 75-foot-long blades. Calhoun's proposed wind tur­ bines are 30 to 130 feet taller than those seen at Buffalo Mountain with longer blades. They are approximately the equivalent of a 30-story build­ ing. In some cases, turbines have been discussed at 500 feet tall. Calhoun's company would need to do wind studies at the Big Springs Mountain site to determine the appropri­ ate technology needed to har­ ness the wind. In 2003, Calhoun said this type project is a way to bring new technology to the county and appropriately trained per­ sonnel. "We need to pursue this and try to change the way we look at the Ridge Law to see this allowed to develop," he said. As for the current project by Northwest Wind Development, Blue Ridge Electric Member­ ship Corporation has not made an official statement, but in August 2003, the cooperative's Director of Economic Develop­ ment Brian Crutchfield said Blue Ridge Electric is inter­ ested in the potential of wind power, and North Carolinians are supportive of it as a renew­ able and clean source of power. It's new here, he said, and cur­ rently restricted in develop­ ment because of the state's Ridge Law, but he sees a future in which wind power is a part of Blue Ridge Electric's power service. in charge. At its temporary location, the museum contin­ ues to add historical objects and documents to its growing collections. Hours are 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Tuesday through "Whereas, on June 12, 2007, Lawrence Burkett's flag draped coffin was flown to North Carolina and met by his three children; and "Whereas, Lawrence Bur­ kett should be commended and remembered for his valor and courage in defending our freedom during one of our country's most challenging times. "Now, therefore, Repre­ sentative Cullie M. Tarleton joins the citizens of this State in recognizing Lawrence Bur­ joy the second monthly "Nite Time on the Backstreet" Fri­ day, July 13 from 5 to 9 p.m. This Friday night event will be held each month in con­ junction with the Gallery Crawl that takes place in downtown West Jefferson. The Gallery Crawl normally occurs the second Friday of each month through Octo­ ber. Entertainment is ex­ pected at the market along with special offerings from the vendors. Anyone interested in more information about the farmers market can call the Extension office in Jefferson at 219-2650 or Patty Shay at 977-4735. lite radio as "The Best Music This Week on XM." It is being heard daily on Direct TV mu­ sic channels and on coast-tocoast airline flights. The title song, written by Ruth, was featured on National Pub­ lic Radio's on-line show "All Songs Considered." The CD features Celtic and Appala­ chian music as well as Ba­ roque selections by Bach. River House is located on Old Field Creek Road just past the North Fork New Riv­ er bridge off Route 16 North in Grassy Creek approxi­ mately 15 minutes north of Jefferson. For reservations, call (336) 982-2109. Celtic-Appalachian music returns to River House Hammered dulcimer and guitar duo Ruth and Steve Smith will return to River House for the Sunday Salon concert series July 22 at 4 pm. The Smiths will perform Celtic Appalachian music in­ cluding a wide range of Celtic aires, jigs, hornpipes, and reels along with traditional Appalachian fiddle tunes and folk songs. The couple will also play their original music written in the time-honored traditions of the music from Scotland, Ireland and right here in the Appalachians. The concert will also include Ruth performing on Appalachian mountain dulcimer with Steve on clawhammer banjo, adding several folk and origi­ nal vocal tunes. Steve and Ruth's latest CD "An Appalachian Aire" has gained national attention and airplay, most notably be­ ing chosen three consecutive weeks in 2006 by XM satel­ Commissioner Richard Blackburn, now chairman of the board, said in 2003 that he is in favor of cleaner, more ef­ ficient energy production and the county should pursue this issue. In recent meetings and hearings, Blackburn has re­ iterated the county's interest in renewable energy and its desire to have a say in devel­ opment issues. He insists that the county ordinance is an ef­ fort to have a voice in the issue of wind energy generation and not an effort to prohibit these proposed wind turbines. Such Saturday and at other times by phoning 846-1904 for an appointment to visit or talk about donating things of sig­ nificance to Ashe County his­ tory. kett as a true American hero and patriot." Museum continued from front page cooling, electrical and plumb­ ing work is almost completed. And across the street in Jef­ ferson, the Museum of Ashe County History is up and run­ ning with Curator Don Long Ashe County Farmer's Market expands to Wednes­ days beginning July 11. Hours for Wednesdays will be same as Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Produce is coming in and folks will want to come by early to see what the local vendors have to offer. The farmer's market is lo­ cated on Second Avenue (the back street) in West Jeffer­ son. It was first organized in 1990 by local businessmen, farmers and the Coopera­ tive Extension Service and is overseen by the U.S. De­ partment of Agriculture and funded through state, county and town resources and pri­ vate donations. All items sold at the farm­ ers market are grown, pro­ duced or made in Ashe Coun­ ty. There is always a wide variety of items including fresh vegetables and fruit, breads and cookies, jams and jellies, plants and greenery, and lots of handmade crafts. The market has over 200 reg­ istered vendors, and usnderwent an expansion this year to double the space and offer an enclosed section for yearround operation. A handicap accessible public restroom is also available. Market Manager Patty Shay invites everyone to en­ a project cannot be prohibited, he said, because the county has no zoning. It can only be regulated. Calhoun disagrees, saying the setback and height re­ quirements in the ordinance are detrimental to his pro­ posed project. The commissioners enacted their ordinance through police powers to deal with a regula­ tory issue, in this case to have a local ordinance in place in response to any state decision on the issue. "With this ordinance, the county is not trying to regu­ late, they are trying to exclude and prevent this project," Cal­ houn said earlier this year. He calls the ordinance a rubber stamp of what the home build­ ers association and board of realtors in Ashe want without the commissioners educating themselves about the realities of wind energy. The commissioners recently visited utility scale wind farms in West Virginia, and the plan­ ning board is expected to visit a similar site in Tennessee later this month. Burkett continued from front page for years sent letters seeking information regarding her husband while raising their children, Gladys, Katherine and Bill, by herself; and "Whereas, Lawrence Burkett's family spent more than 60 years without any con­ crete evidence of his fate or final resting place until his remains discovered in a for­ est near the border between France and Germany along with dog tags bearing his name were positively identi­ fied in 2007; and Auto •Home* Life An Authorized Agent for PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The Ashe County Board of Commissioners will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, July 16, 2007 beginning at 4:30 p.m. in the Commissioners' meeting room on the third floor of the Ashe County Courthouse. BlueCross BlueShield of North Carolina Tremendous career opportunity Come be a career agent with one of North Carolina's top insurance Sales teams. Call today. 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BLUERfDGE fy W.icfWc cw,. AW— & An independent I Ken tee of tKe Hue Crott end due Shield Allocution North Centime 'em lureeu Uutuel l< Iem taeeu Imurerve of North Centme. IIK. Southern Inn lureeu lite ii •Touchdone fnetjj ACSl member retmfi imttf the ACS custom* utnlecton turner Qwtflw incompered to the ICS retmp <t reudentiel cuUomenoltheUS erput uruepor wmefl rnetf, utiiitm �PAGE 6 TUESDAY, JULY 10, 2007^^^ Registration for the 2007 Ashe Youth Football League Season ends this Friday. Be sure to mail in registration forms by Friday, July 13. Call Eric Houck at 982-6185 with any questions. Ashe 11-12 All-Stars suffers unfortunate 4-3 loss by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor The Ashe County 1112 year old All-Stars Team competed in the second round of the District 7 Little League Tournament this Saturday by hosting Morganton at West Jefferson Park. Ashe County and Morganton each scored early, but Ashe gained a lead heading into the sixth inning, but Morganton was able to take advantage of an unfortunate situation for Ashe County and was able to be the winner of the game with the final score being Morganton 4- Ashe County 3. Morganton was named the visiting team for the game and was at bat first. They opened up the game with back-to-back doubles to score the first run of the game. A fielder's choice by Ashe permitted Morganton to score their second run of the inning to claim an early 2-0 lead over Ashe. Ashe responded in the bottom half of the first inning by tying the score up with a two run inning. Andrew Lopp opened Ashe's at-bat up with a single and was driven in with a triple by Sam Gammons for Post photo by Michael Graybeal the first run. Gammons was Sam Gammons slides into home plate to score the go-ahead run in the third inning and gave Ashe a 3-2 lead on Saturday then able to steal home on at West Jefferson Park. a wild pitch to tie the score at 2-2. The following three batters for Ashe were unable to get on base to keep the game tied at 2-2 heading into the second inning. In the third inning, Sam Gammons took the mound for Ashe and stunned Morgan ton by forcing them into a pop fly and two strike outs for a quick at bat and the game was then transformed into a defensive battle as each team was unable to find their offensive stride until the third inning when Ashe was able to score again. In the bottom half of the third inning, Sam Gammons led off for Ashe with a single. With the next batter for Ashe attempting to bunt the ball to advance Gammons around the bases, Ashe was on the favorable side of a close play at second base. While attempting to steal second, Gammons was nearly thrown out by Morganton's catcher, but Gammons was able to slide under the tag to avoid the out and to place himself into scoring position prior to the batter striking out for the first out of the inning. The following batter for Ashe was able to advance Gammons one base closer to scoring with a ground ball to the short stop, which was thrown to first to get the force out while Gammons advanced to third base. Gammons then scored the go ahead run for Ashe by stealing home on a wild pitch to allow Ashe to go ahead 3-2 with three innings to remain in the game. Neither team was able to score until the final inning of the game when Ashe came into a tough situation. Due to Little League rules, each player on a team must play at least one inning in the field at bat at least once a game or they will be forced See 11-12 All-Stars, page 7 9-10 All-Stars eliminated after close loss Post photo by Michael Graybeal Sam Gammons strikes out a batter with this pitch to leave a Morganton runner stranded on base during Saturday's close game at West Jefferson Park. 9-10 softball suffers loss to open tournament by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor On Saturday evening at 2 p.m. the Ashe County 9-10 year old Softball All-Stars hosted Wilkes in their first round game of the District 7 Softball Tournament at Ashe Park. Wilkes was able to pull ahead early and increased their lead to earn the 12-0 victory over Ashe. The game opened up with t Ashe being designated the visitors and they were unable to produce any offense in the first inning as Wilkes retired the first three batters of the inning. In the home half of the inning, Wilkes was able to get an early lead in the first inning after their lead off hitting reached base with a single. Ashe's defense then stepped up and a ground ball hit to Ashe's second baseman, Hallie Brown, was tossed to first for the first out of the inning. Sloan Elliott, Ashe's pitcher handled the following batter and delivered a threepitch strike out for the second out of the inning. Wilkes was able to get the next three batters on base and three runs were able to score to give Wilkes the early 3-0 lead in the game. See Softball, page 7 .. _ Post photo by Teresa Roark Law ex Laws (Left, #3) delivers a strike while third baseman, JakeTreadway prepares for th hit during Ashe's tough eliminating 3-2 loss to Caldwell County on Saturday. by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor Post photo by Michael Graybeal The Ashe County 9-10 All-Stars Softball team opened up the District 7 Little League Softball Tournament on Saturday by hosting Wilkes at Ashe Park. After a tough game last week against Wilkes National, the Ashe County 9-10 year old Team 1 faced Caldwell County in the second round of the lower bracket of the District 7 Little League Tournament. In the game against Caldwell, Ashe gained an early 1-0 lead, but Caldwell battled back and scored two runs in the fifth inning to claim the 3-1 victory over Ashe to eliminate Ashe from the tournament. Ashe was able to gain an early lead in the first inning when that Joseph Richardson, following a lead off strike out drew a walk in just four pitches to give Ashe a base runner early in the game. Kichardson proceeded around the bases during the next two batters and eventually stole home on a bad pitch to give Ashe an early 1-0 lead at the end of the first inning. County had difficulty hitting Ashe's pitcher, Alex Laws, and they struggled at the plate until the third inning of the game. In the bottom half of the third inning, Caldwell was able to tie the game up 1-1 when their lead off batter opened up the inning with a single. The runner for Caldwell then proceeded to score following a walk and a ground ball to allow Caldwell to tie the score up 1-1. The game continued to remain tight and neither team could gain an advantage. In the fourth inning, Ashe was able to get a runner on base when Alex Spencer hit a single, but Spencer was left on base when the following batter hit a pop fly to the third baseman for the third out of the inning and the score remained tied. Caldwell was also able to get a runner on base with two outs following a single by their eighth batter in the line up. The runner for Caldwell also was stranded following a strike out by Ashe's pitcher to keep the game even at 1-1. The fifth inning brought excitement when both teams were able to score runs. With Ashe being the visitors on the scoreboard, they batted in the top half of the innin With two outs again Ashe, Johnathon Cox force Caldwell's pitcher into a fu count and then drew the wa! for a free trip to first. C< advanced around the bas< when Joseph Richardson h a single, and then a single 1 Alex Laws drove Johnathc Cox in as the go ahead rt and Ashe was in front 1 with only two inninj remaining in the game. Caldwell responded the run scored by Ashe ar answered with two runs fi themselves. Caldwell's le£ off batter got on base with double and was able to sco: to tie the game up at tv runs apiece. After the leadc batter crossed home plat on the next play, the secor batter, who reached base di to an error, was able to sco; to give Caldwell the 3-2 le£ with only one more inning play. In the sixth inning, As! placed themselves in situation to tie the gan up when the lead off batte Alex Richardson opened i See 9-10 All-Stars, page �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, JULY 10, 2007 PAGE 7 SPORTS Softball continued from pane 6 Ashe once again struggled with Wilkes' pitcher, and in the second inning, nearly repeated the first inning. The only difference was that Alexis Parks drew a walk to give Ashe their first base runner of the game. Unfortunately for Ashe, Parks' walk occurred with two outs already against them and the following batter hit a ground ball for the third out of the inning and Ashe left Parks stranded on the base to end the second inning. Wilkes extended their lead in the second inning by scoring four runs. The first batter reached base due to a walk and advanced to third base by stealing second and third. However, Wilkes' base runner attempted to steal home, but Bridgette Wilson, Ashe's catcher, flipped the ball to Sloan Elliott at home, which then tagged the advancing runner out at home for the first out of the inning. Wilkes managed to get the following six batters on base, but the fourth runner for Wilkes attempted to steal home again on a past ball, and Wilson and Elliott teamed up again to tag the runner out at home again for the second out of the inning and Elliott then struck another batter to end the inning with Wilkes scoring four runs in the inning. In the third inning, Ashe once again was able to get a runner on base with two outs, as Emily Poteat was able to get on first and then proceeded to steal second base. However, the following batter hit a ground ball for the third out of the inning and Ashe still remained scoreless in the game. Wilkes continued their momentum into the home half of the third inning, as they were able to score another five runs to finalize the scoring in the game with Wilkes winning 12-0. Ashe had one more chance to extend the game in the fourth inning and had to score at least three runs to keep the game going. However, Ashe could not take advantage of having two runners on base and could not score and the game was finished due to the Ten Run Mercy Rule with Wilkes winning 12-0. The team will return to action this Friday, July 13 at Ashe Park with the game beginning at 5 p.m. The third and final out of the game was recorded when the last batter for Ashe forced the pitcher for Caldwell to go the entire distance with an at-bat and forced a full count. The Ashe batter was unable to make the Caldwell pitcher pay as he struck out for the third out of the inning and Caldwell claimed the 3-2 final victory. ' The loss to Caldwell was Ashe's second loss of the tournament and eliminated the team from the District 7 tournament. Ashe defeated their first opponent, East Catawba in the first round with a final score of Ashe 9- East Catawba 2. In the second round game, Ashe lost a tough game against Wilkes Nationals with a score of Wilkes National 9- Ashe 8 to set up the game between Ashe and Caldwell this past Saturday. Ashe advanced into the final 12 teams of the tournament and represented Ashe County Little League proudly. Congratulations to the 9-10 year old Ashe County All-Stars Team 1 on a good job in the District 7 Little League Tournament. 9-10 All-Stars continued from page 6 the inning with a walk. Alex Spencer advanced Richardson to second with a single and Ashe had runners on first and second base with no body out in the inning. However, unfortunately for Ashe, their following two batters hit balls to the second baseman and the first baseman for the first and second outs of the inning. Mi Post photo by Michael Graybeal Sloan Elliott delivers a pitch for Ashe County while Alexis Parks is prepared for the hit in center field during the game on Saturday at Ashe Park. 11-12 All-Stars continued from page 6 to forfeit not only that game, but also the following game. In the bottom half of the fifth inning, the last batter ondeck for Ashe had not batted in the game, and would not bat unless if Morganton tied the score or even took the lead. Following two quick strikeouts by Sam Gammons, who was still on the mound for Ashe, the Ashe coaching staff faced a tough situation. If the defense for Ashe got the following Morganton batter out, which was the number nine spot, then Ashe would be forced to forfeit the game and the following game, which would eliminate Ashe from the double-elimination tournament. Therefore, Ashe's coaching staff had to intentionally walk four batters, and one run in to tie the game at 3-3. With the game tied, that ensured that Ashe would bat again, and then Ashe would not have to forfeit the game. Following the four intention walks, Morganton had the bases loaded with two outs against them. The batter at the plate was able to battle out of a 0-2 count to hit a single up the middle of the field, just inches out of the reach of Ashe's short­ stop to drive in one run. Morganton's coach on third base got greedy and sent the runner from second home only to allow Ashe's center fielder, Luke Barker to gun the ball from center field to Chris Cole, Ashe's catcher who blocked the plate and tagged Morganton's runner at home for the third out of the inning and only allowed one run to score on the single. Morganton led the game 4-3 going into the bottom half of. the sixth inning with Ashe having one inning to score at least one run to extend or win the game. The first batter for Ashe in the inning struck out to give Morganton their first out against Ashe in the inning, but Cullen Ashley jumped all over the first pitch at the plate and gave Ashe a base runner on first with only one out in the inning. Grayson Gilley was at the plate next for Ashe and with a skilled eye was granted a four-pitch walk to give Ashe runners on first and second with only one out. Hope was strong in Ashe's crowd with the top of the line up coming around with only one out. The following batter for Ashe attempted to lay down a bunt to advance the runners, and missed at a cut at strike three for Ashe's second out of the inning to bring the following batter to the plate. After accumulating a 0-2 count, Sam Gammons was able to get a hold of a ball and drove it into left center field, which appeared to have a chance of clearing the fence, but hung in the air too long and allowed Morganton's out fielder to drift in under the ball to catch it for the third out of the inning and Morganton was named the winner by a final score of Morganton 4Ashe 3. The tough loss for Ashe was unfortunate due to the appear ance ofAshe controlling the majority of the game. Ashe only committed one defensive error and only allowed two walks, with the exception of the four intentional walks in the sixth inning. Morganton only had six hits in the game, with only two of them coming off of Gammons in the final four innings. Ashe had nine strikeouts in the six innings, which created chaos in Morganton's lineup. The unfortunate loss knocks Ashe into the bottom bracket of the tournament with the next loss eliminating them from the tournament. The team returned to action Monday evening when they hosted the Wilkes American team at 6 p.m. at West Jefferson Park. Look for results in Friday's edition of the Jefferson Post. Post photo by Teresa Roark Laws The teams prepare for the start of the game after the introductions of players. Ashe County (Left) and Caldwell County (Right) honor America during the National Anthem prior to the first pitch of the game. Jefferson Post / NASCAR S Pick the winner of the rgce & win $20! V Be sure to watch the USC Sheetrock 400 on Sunday, July island play the NASCAR contest with the Jefferson Post. Please check our Friday, July 20th edition for the winner information on this race. i WjlWl'.Pil'j'ill.llilij.iliM i Race U8C &hee.frock 400 Chicagoland Speedway 7-15-07 Race Winner Your Name Your Address. City State ' -Zip. 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The proposed program will be posted in the Courthouse for public review beginning June 18, 2007 as per G.S. 136-44.8 NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF ASHE IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK FILE # 91-E-40 EXECUTORS NO­ TICE TO CREDITORS IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF MYRTLE CLYDE PIERCE All persons, firms and corporations having claims against MYR­ TLE CLYDE PIERCE, deceased of Ashe County, North Carolina, are hereby notified to present them to William Howard Pierce as Ex­ ecutor of the dece­ dent's estate, on or be­ fore the 24th day of September, 2007, in care of the under­ signed attourney for the Executor at the ad­ dress appearing below, or this notice will be plead in bar of their re­ covery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said es­ tate will please make immediate payment to the above named Wil­ liam Howard Pierce, Executor of the Estate of Myrtle Clyde Pierce. cn CO Channel Catfish, Hybrid Blucgill. Coppernosc Bluegill. Largemouth Bass, Redear, Fathead Minnows. Koi and Triploid Grass Carp. Delivery will be: 7/26/07 Parsons Farm & Supply West Jefferson 2:30-3:15 p.m. FISHWAGON Toll Free 1-800-643-8439 www.fishwagon.com yopr employer about Earth Share environmental groups under one umbrella. And over '>0' of Earth Share contributions go directly to the groups. To learn more please visit our website at www.eartlisliare.org. Earth Share One environment. One simple way to care ft MdrkirMc. M fate tAe yift thatI ail • This the 26th .day of June, 2007. John A. Turner, Attour­ ney for Howard Pierce, Executor Turner & Yates, P.A. 136Morth Water Street Boone, North Carolina 286074 Notice of Administration The undersigned, hav­ ing qualified as Execu­ tor of the Estate of Paul Rumple, deceased, late of Ashe County, North Carolina hereby notifies all person, firms and corporations having claims against said estate to present them, duly verified, to the undersigned in care of Nicole V Bryan, At­ torney, Vandiver & Bry­ an, PLLC, 18809 W. Catawba Avenue, Suite 102, Cornelius, North Carolina 28031, on or before September 17, 2007, or the Notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to the said estate will please make immediate settle­ ment with the under­ signed. This is the 19th day of June, 2007 \SMs? o Free 3 wooden 32 irfeh outside doors with win­ dows. Taken off of an old house. Call 3843194. 1195-Legals SECOND ROAD CONSTRUCTION PRO­ GRAM PUBLIC NOTICE In order that the North Carolina Department of Transportation comply with House Bill 1063 as ratified by the 1973 Session of the General Assembly of North Car­ olina, representatives of the professional staff of the Department of Transportation will meet with the Ashe An easy way to sell anything... place a classified ad with us. The Jefferson Post 336-846-7164 IRssB Ikwjp® cwmtajg?? A Perfect Year Round Gift! Stay informed with news from Ashe County! Fill out the form below and mail with payment to: Jefferson Post Circulation Department • PO Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Gift. Subscription for... In Ashe County Name • $36.00 Address Seniors In Ashe Co. A Lesson in Selling! 1130-Remodeling gbmmfflp offlB fflxs Jeffrey Darryl Rumple c/o Nicole V. Bryan Vandiver & Bryan, PLLC 18809 W. Catawba Ave., Ste 102 Cornelius, North Caroli­ na 28031 City. CAN'T TOUCH THIS!!! 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Here is how we can tell if we have let go of our martyrdom; when you make the choice to allow someone to put their needs in front of yours and we get in a bad mood over it. We have choices in everything and this includes being pouty and This is all because we did not short with our family. Sometimes what we are put our needs into the equa­ feeling is not just martyrdom; tion. We are always putting it can be anger at ourselves everyone else first. Let's face it; for not stepping up and say­ we are the event coordinator ing what we really want. Since for our family. We have been we don't realize that it is an­ juggling schedules for as long ger; we can lash out at those as we can remember. Now I want you to look at around us. This is when we have a tendency to transfer the this from your family's pro­ anger from ourselves to others. spective. They love you! TTiey I want us to look at why we are want you to be happy, but they cannot read your mind. If you mad in the first place. What are you really get­ don't tell them and share your ting upset over. We say it is burdens with them how are because we are always last, they going to know that you but the truth may be that our feel like you are always last. perfectionism has reared its A few days ago there was an ugly head once again. We don't essay about being a pleaser. like making mistakes that we When are we going to wake should have thought of in the up and realize that when you first place. Then the whole day please everyone around you begins tofall apart in our mind. but you then everyone suffers! We had everything planned • You know what we always say, then the plans got changed for "If momma ain't happy; ain't what ever reason. We have a nobody happy. Your family hard time converting to planB. wants you to be happy! They Appalachian Roofing Co. 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This is why we leave our needs out the equation. We are so used to being selfless that we have forgotten about ourselves. I will never forget when I left my son's father. The first words out of his mouth were, "but I'm happy". Of course he was because I made sure of it to keep him from blowing up over the least little thing. Don't fall into the trap of being the Serving Wilkes and Surrounding Counties 336-982-4651 V 336-385-8563 R OOP'S R OOFING All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs FREE ESTIMATES! Owner: Charles Roop Lansing, INC 336-384-2063 V- ROOF WO ASHE COUNTY ROOFINC IS IFARS EXPERIENCE • I land in North (urulina it%I In-tall roofing of all kind• Itmif Painting In-uml it U.I. Work (.uanuilml North Wilkesboro HU E STIMATES 336-670-3554 Allen Miller P Mountain View TV Center pleaser. Because in the long run; you are the one that is going to feel hurt even when it is your choice. It is up to you to tell your family what you need. They cannot read minds. This cannot be done with the mar­ tyred attitude either. You don't have to do it all; even though you feel more in control when you do. Reach out and allow your family to reach back with a hug. Martyred Attitudes Keep us from FLYing! For more help getting rid of your CHAOS; check out her website and join her free mentoring group at www.FlyLady.net or her book, Sink Re­ flections published by Bantam and her New York Times Best Selling book, Body Clutter published by Fireside. Copy­ right 2007 Maria Cilley Used by permission in this publica­ tion. ' RQQflNG H&J Lawn Care, Inc. • Foundations • Drainage/Erosion Control • Land Clearing are willing to do what ever it takes to make you feel loved, but you have to let them love you! When you are upset and say you are feeling like you al­ ways come last then that hurts their feelings. Especially when you say it to them in anger or with that martyred attitude that we can throw around. I know they may be your feel­ ings and sharing them is good; but I want you to realize you are feeling this way and take the necessary babysteps to stop this from becoming a full blown confrontation. They have you up on a pedestal for all you do for them; they are willing to help, but you have to say it. This is why it is impor­ tant for us to take a few min­ utes to take care of ourselves. Your family does not know your sacrifices unless you tell them. Life is one plan B after an­ •Sony •Sharp • Pioneer • Samsung • Panasonic 136-384-3033 £ TREE SERVICE # * BOB'S TREE SERVICE Serving the High Country "Fully Insured" • Tree Trimming •Tree Removal • Dump Truck • Chipper • Clearing Lota • Cutting Views • FREE ESTIMATES "yttyh (fadtfiuf Sktfotoii SxfMfo' 607C S. Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-246-HDTV (4388) Fax: 336-246-2443 JbsolulelY HIP BEST Brim PmibkJ Bob Cox 780 Anderson Hill Rd.* Lansing, NC VCelh 977-2978 Home: 384-4978 vol- OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE . 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Dirt Michael Pennington 336-385-2346 Mobile: 336-977-1312 i®- SANITATION SERVICE •U\os Sanitation Sen,; r William & Amy Phillips * It's Finally Here! JS&Y We are now A Private Trash Service accepting new for Ashe County! accounts Garbage Service includes: Weekly or Biweekly Pickup Residential, Light Commercial and Small Business Accepted Contact us at: 828-394-4944 or 828-292-3211 Toll Free: 877-217-9866 • Ham - 6pm �PAGE 10 TUESDAY, IEFFFRSOM POST 2007 10/ COMMUNITY EVENTS Don't miss Wednesday's Farmers Market in West Jefferson 5.8 p.m.: Gallery Crawl in Tuesday July 10 10:30 a.m.: The Blind and Visually Impaired Support Group will meet at Ashe Services for Aging. Kathy Downtown West Jefferson. Open house at over a dozen galleries and studios. Free. Saturday July 14 Heritage Iron Show—some­ Sheets with First Charter Bank thing f<>r the who'e fam­ will be our guest speaker. ily. Admission is $3. Gates at Everyone is welcome. Ashe County Park open at 7 6 p.m.: NARFE (National a.m. Food will be available. Association of Active and All proceeds go towards the Retired Federal Employees) purchase of a drug dog for the will have their annual Picnic county. For information, con­ at the Hwy 221 New River tact Wanda Lewis (982-3944). State Park Access Picnic Bill Hart (846-4278) or Jack Shelter. Hamburgers, Hotdogs. Watson (846-1221). www.oldCondiments and Drinks will be engine.org/members/hiron. provided. All active and Retired 2 p.m.: Wagoner Road Federal employees are urged Access. Fern Hike. Learn to attend. You may choose to to identify the ferns of the bring a dessert or salad; but this is not necessary. PLEASE Applachian Mountains as you hike the 1 mile trail. COME!! Sunday July 15 Wednesday July 11 8 a.m.: Wednesday Farmers Market in West Jefferson open until 1 p.m. Noon: AARP Chapter 3992 will meet at Ashe Services for Aging. This is the rescheduled meeting due to the July 4 holi­ day. All members are encour­ aged to attend and bring a covered dish. Apple Grove Baptist Church invites you to their VBS July 11-13, 7:00-9:00 PM each night. July 14m 4:00-9:00 with commencement service. Classes for infants to adults. Their theme will be "Rescue Zone." Pastor, Rev. Earl Roten and congregation wel­ come you. For more informa­ tion you may call Pama Taylor at 384-4212 or Martie Latham at 246-4502. 10 a.m.: Clifton July 14. Call Donna Phillips at 877-4655 for information or Transportation. Everyone is welcome. Pastor is Rev. Clayborn Roten. 6:30-8:30 p.m.: Comedy Central VBS at South Fork Baptist Church in Todd, through July 20. Classes for all ages from nursery to adult. VBS Celebration Night on Friday, July 20. Everyone welcome! 7 p.m.: Volney Baptist Church will begin "Rescue Zone" Bible School through Friday, July 20, beginning at 7 each night. Please come enjoy exciting Bible stories, skits, songs, crafts, games, snacks and prizes. Classes for all ages, including adults. They will also have different "res­ cue" vehicles visit each night. Pastor Doug Halsey invites everyone. For more informa­ tion, call 276-579-2833. Monday July 16 Baptist Church, Pastor Mack Arnold Jr. and the congregation invite to everyone to come and help celebrate the church's 116th homecoiming. Guest singers will be the Melody Trio. A cov­ ered dish lunch will follow. 5:30 p.m.: The V.F.W. And Auxiliary will have their monthly meeting at the Hut on Ashe Park Rd. In Jefferson at 6:30 p.m. Military Funeral practice is at 5:30 p.m. 10 a.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church in Fleetwood will cel­ ebrate homecoming. Special music at 10 a.m. Former Pastor Rev. Dean Watson will bring the message at 11 a.m. Lunch and fellowship follow­ ing. Pastor Chris Cox and the congregation invites everyone to attend. Thursday July 19 5-7 p.m.: Opening Reception for the Stephen Shoemaker Exhibit at Ashe Arts Center. Free. Call 336-846-ARTS. Friday July 20 12:30 pm. Wagoner Access Road, Guided Canoe Trip. 3 p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central. This is an Join a Park Ranger for this 2 hour float down the Wild and Scenic New River. The trip will take approximately 2 hours from beginning to end. You will learn some basic canoe­ 7:30-9:30 a.m.: Cholesterol ing paddle strokes and other Screening at Mt. Hearts. useful information to help you Participants should fast 12 paddle safely. The Rangers will hours prior to test, but may interpret many sights along drink water. Cost is $15. the route. The trip will end with Appointments are necessary. one of the local outfitters shut­ Call to schedule at 846-0744. tling you back to the Wagoner The Executive Committee of Access Road. The trip is lim­ the Ashe Baptist Association ited to 8 visitors per trip, so will meet on Thursday, July 12 please call the park office to with the New River Baptist have your name added to the Church at 7:00. All commit­ list. The outfitters charge a tee members and pastors are minimal fee for shuttling. Park urged to attend. phone number is 336-9826:30 p.m. Blue Ridge 2587. Opportunity Commission will 2 p.m.: Mountain Nature Hike hold its Executive Committee at Mount Jefferson State Meeting at the BROC Wilkes Park. Meet the park ranger for Office in North Wilkesboro. a hike into the mountain forest 7 p.m.: Session IV, 2007— habitats and explore the natu­ Childbirth/Newborn Care ral wonders of Mt. Jefferson. Classes is beginning. The We will be walking on the trail classes are held at Ashe -Wear sturdy shoes. Memorial Hospital. Call early 2:30 p.m.: Decoration at to register at 846-0734. Graybeal Cemetery with Rev. Kenneth Clark speak­ ing. Anyone who would like to help with a new fance and Beaver Creek Baptist Church cannot attend please contact announces their Vacation Bible Imagean Brackins, 12130 N.C. School titled "Take the Plunge Hwy 88 W, Creston, N.C. and Make a Splash with 4 p.m.: Neil Hellman Dulcimer Jesus." The VBS takes place Concert at Ashe Arts Center. July 13-17. On the 13th and Mountain dulcimer music fea­ 14th, Bible School will be held turing Irish ballads and hymns, at the Baptist Campground. Appalachian and traditional On the 15th-17th, it will be music. $8 adults, $5 students. held at the church. It will begin Call 336-846-ARTS. at 6:30 p.m. nightly, except for Mt Olive Baptist Church Saturday, when it will start at announces VBS "Take the 9 a.m. Everyone is welcome! Plunge make a splash with For more information or trans­ Jesus" on July 15-20 at 7:00 portation, call Rev. Johnny pm each night with a Lite sup­ Goodman at 982-3524. per at 6:00. Kickoff Saturday opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. Checks are conducted until 4:30 p.m. Thursday July 12 Friday July 13 6 p.m.: Don't forget to Relay For Life! At Ashe Co. High School. For more information call Deanna Lewis at 828-9643930. ASHE COUNTY liiMi §@enw S36-M2-4297 These animals are available for adoption. if ' s? 4 k Precious, who appears to be less than a year old is a very sociable little Sheltle that was found In the area of Hartsoz Rd. and Is being cared for by wonderful Samaritans. If not claimed, she Is available for adoption. These vivacious little kittles of 6 wks and their mom were headed for the shelter and thankfully decided to stay with our foster mom. Please help them and their mother fln/4 1 k/Arr>*» I V Hard to believe someone would drop these beautiful kittles off on the porch of the Humane Society...th^ are socialized, sweet as honey and veiy handsomel The HS does not have staff on location and they could Prancer is a 4 - 5year old male, miniature collie who is very gentle, and needs lots of room to roam. He Is waiting for you to come take him home! classes: • Nurse Aide I : MondayThursday, beginning July 9 thru October 1, from 9:00 am until 1:30 pm at the Ashe Campus. Tuition is $66.30. A math and reading pre-test as well as pre-registration are required. Call for information about the pre-test and pre-registration. • Motor Vehicle Dealer License Renewal: On Friday, July 20, from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm at the Ashe Campus. Tuition is $50. Monday August 6 4-5:30 p.m.: Lt. Gov. Beverly Perdue will visit Ashe County The Ashe County Summer Junior Tennis League will operate every Tuesday and Thursday, through July 19 Public Library. The public is invited to meet her. Ongoing Events 10:30 a.m.: Tne annual Col. Gideon Lewis Reunion will take place at Riverview Community Center on Highway from 10 a.m. - noon at the Ashe County High School ten­ nis courts. This league is open to both boys and girls, 3rd grade up, and the one-time registration fee is $10. Come by any Tuesday and Thursday and register. For more infor­ mation call Vickie Herman at 877-5656. and Saturday at noon - Closed "Big Book Study" - All meet­ COMPLETE PHYSICALS CAN MISS CANCERS THAT ULTRASOUNDS CAN FIND SATURDAY, JULY 21st Dr. Lynn Borchert will be on site to counsel you concerning any abnormal findings and lo answer your questions. He will provide you with a written report and will advise you concerning follow-up with your personal physician. LANSING FIRE DEPARTMENT ULTRASOUND SCANS OF: Sponsored by: Lansing Fire Department "Not Affiliated with Life-Line Screening" FINGER STICK BLOOD SAMPLE FOR: 1. (Fast 12 Hours) Total Cholesterol, HDL LDL, Triglycerides, Non HDL-C, Cardiovascular Risk Ratio and Glucose (diabetes) ($35) (Take Medications, Drink Water, No Cotlee) (Value $200) 2. ALT/AST Liver Test for Liver Abnormalities ($25) (No fasting required) (Value $100) I A North Carolina Firm Preventive Medical Screening Offered By Quality Screening For Life 8:00AM - until Open to the Public 8:30 p.m.: Creatures of the Night-sky watch. Make your 10:30 a.m.: Beaver Creek Baptist Church invites you Wilkes Community College - Ashe Campus Cont. Ed. Dept. is offering the following Alcoholics Anonymous Group meets on Mondays and Thursdays at Jefferson United Methodist Church at 7:30 p.m. - Closed Discussion Chop Stix to Chopin! Piano, fiddle and vocalist. $10 Adults, $5 students. Call 336-846ARTS. ranger at the picnic area for a hike into the mountain forest habitats and explore the natu­ ral wonders of Mt. Jefferson. We will be walking on the trail as we observe the scenic views. Ranch is the theme for this year's VBS. We will have free dinner each evening through Friday, Aug. 3, at 6:30 p.m., followed by Bible lessons with a Western theme! Enjoy Chatter's Theater, Spotlight Drama featuring partiicpating children, crafts and more. Kids will see the Bible come to life. There also be an adult class. Get ready for a wild ride, pardners, through God's Word at Helton United Methodist Church, 15323 Hwy 194 North. Call 384-4243 for more infor­ mation. The charge includes Helton, Lansing and Trinity United Methodist Churches. 10a.m.:A Sibling Class will be offered at Ashe Memorial Hospital for children 2-6 7:30 p.m.: Classic Pizzazz. 9:30 a.m.: Mountain Morning Nature Hike. Meet the park offered at the West Jefferson Coffee House Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Come learn with others how easy it is to live more sustainably. One person really can make a difference! For information call Gerry at the New River Earth Insitute 336-877-1860 or visit www. NewRiverEarthlnstitute.org. 6:30 p.m.: Helton United Methodist Charge Vacation Bible School. Avalanche Saturday July 28 Sunday July 29 Choices for Sustainable Living discussion course Monday July 30 23 through July 27. Classes for all ages. Brother Edd Hall will be teaching the adult class. Pastor Fred Steelman and Merita Blevins, director, invites all to attend. For more informa­ tion, call 846-8377. at Fraser's Restaurant. Focus will be on Prostate Cancer and the upcoming Pink Ribbon Campaign. Call to RSVP to 836-0781. Sunday July 22 to local farms, games, cookout and music. Pastor Jim Thompson and the congre­ gations invite everyone to attend! 7-9 p.m.: Greene's Chapel Baptist Church will have Vacation Bible School July 5:30 p.m.: ACT Against Cancer Quarterly Meeting way up to the first overlook for an evening of fun. Meet the park ranger and learn about some of the nocturnal animals that live in our area, or just sit back and enjoy the view. This program will also include some sky watching. Bring a chair if you like. This program is free and all are invited. Please call for further information (336) 246-9653. 2 p.m.: Block Party Kickoff for Helton United Methodist Charge Vacation Bible School. Hay ride and visits Monday July 23 years of age to help prepare them for the arrival of a new baby brother or sister. Call 846-0734 to sign up. 2 p.m.: Hike into History. Come up on the mountain to the picnic area and learn about the history of Mt. Jefferson. We will dig into the past as we hike the mountain's ridgeline. Wear sturdy shoes. ings are non-smoking. The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold July services at Holy Trinity in Glendale Springs. Holy Communion is celebrated at 8:30 and 10. Coffee hour immediately followed the 10 service. For further informa­ tion, call the church office at 982-3076. 88 West. All relatives please plan to attend and bring a cov­ ered dish. Drinks and utensils will be provided. to their homecoming. The guest speaker will be Rev. Joe Warren. The Bluff Mountain Boys will be singing. Pastor Johnny Goodman and the con­ gregation welcomes everyone. 2 p.m.: Mt. Jefferson Geology. Mount Jefferson stands today at 4683 feet above sea level. Was this mountain once 15,000 feet high? Have there ever been any major rockslides? What is Amphibolite anyway? Meet a ranger for a hike and explore some of the geologi­ cal mysteries that make this mountain's geology rock! Wear sturdy shoes. ULTRASOUND CAN FIND A CANCER SMALLER THAN A NICKEL 1. Carotid Arteries for risk of Stroke, includes scan of Thyroid Gland for Cancer, ($50) (NO FASTING) 2. Abdominal Ultrasound for EARLY CANCERS of the Liver, Spleen, Pancreas, Adrenal Gland and Kidneys: Kidney Stones, Gallstones and Aortic Aneurysm. ($50) (FAST 6 HOURS) 3. Ultrasound for loss of Bone Density (Osteoporosis) ($29) (Value $3,000) Percent of proceeds benefits hi using Fire Dept. Breakfast and Famous Chicken on Site. 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Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 55 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JP_2007_0710 Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C., July 10, 2007] Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a title="Jefferson Post" href="http://www.jeffersonpost.com" target="_blank">Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C.]</a> Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Newspapers Is Part Of A related resource in which the described resource is physically or logically included. <a title="Jefferson Post" href=" https://omeka.library.appstate.edu/collections/show/47" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Jefferson Post</a> Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant West Jefferson (N.C.) Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Extent The size or duration of the resource. 10 pages Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-07-10 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/62e9d8527c1a187f5b7cc66e5862df6a.pdf 866f12c59b40857023696cf3fa67c1b0 PDF Text Text Post TT^ Jtflers<m A SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 • 11-12 All-Stars win two games Friday page 1B July 13, 2007 • Adult softball returns to action 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 wwwjeffersonpost.com page 1B • Golf academy opens in Mtn. City Volume 82, Issue 56 page 2B Woman's killer gets 22 years by Jim Thompson Editor The man who murdered a West Jefferson woman in 2005 will spend at least 22 years in prison. On Tuesday, Steven Doug­ las Cochran, 44, pled guilty to the murder of Leona Blythe "Lee" Schilling. As a result of the plea, he was sentenced to not less than 22 years and not more than 25 years in prison. Immediately after the sentence, he was transferred from here to central prison in Raleigh. Cochran was a 17-year veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps and well-respected in Johnston County, where he lived. He was known as a hard worker and a loyal hus­ band to his ill wife. Cochran worked in the construction trades until, in June 2005, he lost his job. Photo courtesy of NCDOC Steven Douglas Cochran will serve at least 22 years for the murder of a West Jefferson woman. Things began to go down­ hill after that. He started to borrow money from friends and family to get by, and had no luck in regaining employ­ ment. Then, late in August of that year, something snapped. It began when, with no warn­ ing, Cochran stole a 2000 Honda Accord in Johnston County. Lee Schilling Lee Schilling, then 73, was a seasonal resident of the campground at Green­ field. She lived in Florida, and was a familiar person around town. She worked at the Quilt Gathering in downtown West Jefferson, and was a "regu­ lar" for breakfast at Bantam Chef. One family of next door neighbors lived in Johnston County, and knew Steven Cochran. At one time, the families were friends. But a short time before, they had told Schilling that Cochran was not welcome to use their trailer—where he had been a guest sometimes—when they were not present. At 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 30, Schilling placed a call to the couple, telling them Cochran was at their camper. A few minutes later, she called a friend to say she would be working at the Quilt Gathering the next morning. Murder Details become sketchy at this point.What is clear is that Cochran entered Schilling's home, stole her credit cards and, at some point between Tuesday evening and the next morning, murdered her. Early on the morning of Wednesday, Aug. 31, Co­ chran began a two-day, threestate odyssey that authori­ ties would eventually track Post file photo Lee Schilling was a seasonal resident of West Jefferson. through the use of Schilling's credit cards. His flight began at 5:30 a.m., when he pulled into Murphy Oil USA near WalMart and filled up the stolen Honda Accord. Cochran used one of the credit cards. An at­ tendant on duty did not recall seeing anyone with him. The folks at Bantam Chef were surprised not to see Schilling for breakfast, as she was almost always there. Then she failed to show up for work at the Quilt Gathering. When she did not answer her phone, and there was no sign of her at the camper, a miss­ ing person report was filed. The search was on. At about 8 p.m. Wednesday evening, a group of school of­ ficials were walking on the banks of the New River in extreme southern Grayson See Murder, page 5A Camp Sunshine helps children deal with grief by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Adults have a difficult time with grief, but it can be espe­ cially hard for children who may not have experienced the death of a loved one be­ fore and don't understand what has happened. To help these young people cope with their feelings and better understand the chang­ es in their lives, High Country Health Care System/Hospice conducts a summer program called Camp Sunshine for children and teens. Watauga County conducted its camp in June, Ashe County camp concluded on Wednesday, and Alleghany County will host a camp next week, July 16-18. This was the first year since Camp Sunshine began that the program was divid­ ed up among the three coun­ ties. Previously, one camp was held, but last year there were so many participants it was decided to conduct three camps. There were about 75 participants at the Watauga camp, about 70 in Ashe, and at least 75 expected in Al­ leghany. Of that number that includes adults, teen counsel­ ors and children, there are at least 20 children at each camp. "This has been done for years by Hospice," said Lisa Courtney, a bereavement co­ ordinator with High Country Health Care System/Hos­ pice in her second year with Camp Sunshine. "For years it was small and there was one camp for all the counties. Last year, we had 50 BO this is the first year we've separated the camps. We have about 20 children in kindergarten through fifth grade in each county. Many of them had a family member with Hospice, but some did not. School coun­ selors got involved with refer­ rals of children they thought needed help, and that's what helped it grow. The teens who help with counseling have lost someone, and we pair them with the children. The children look up to them and can sometimes relate with a teenager better than with an adult." There is also a special re­ treat held in the fall just for teens who have lost a loved one. Many of the adult vol­ unteers have lost someone as well, and have participated in grief counseling groups held in each county. The grief counseling group meets at noon at the Hospice offices on Wednesdays in Watauga, Thursdays in Ashe and Fri­ days in Alleghany. It lasts for about 45 minutes and then the participants have lunch. Anyone is welcome at any time and any location. Camp Sunshine offers a fun daytime program for the children with crafts, nature walks, skits, sharing ses­ sions and songs. This week in Ashe at the Baptist Camp­ ground children participated in a puppet show and took a courage walk through the woods. They thought about what kind of superhero pow­ ers they would like to have through a Post photo by Linda Burchette Children participating in Camp Sunshine this week in Ashe County face their fears by naming them on a piece of paper and hanging it on a tree. Hospice honors Honeycutt by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor His family and friends said he wouldn't want the recogni­ tion, but Bud Honeycutt was one of the best friends Hos­ pice of Ashe had ever known, so they wanted to honor his memory by dedicating their building in his name. A special ceremony on June 30 brought together members of High Country Health Care System/Hospice representing Ashe, Alleghany and Watauga counties. Honeycutt served on the board for many years, but is most remembered for help­ ing start the local Hospice program and serving as volun­ teer for nearly three decades. The local office on Highway 16 South in Jefferson is now called the Bud Honeycutt Me­ morial Building. "By attaching this building to Bud Honeycutt's name, we are really doing this for us," said Rev. Ken Morris. "He of­ ten said we're really here to help those less fortunate, and he bids us to be more giving See Honeycutt, page 5A Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com clas8ified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com program i called "My Hero." They wrore'down what they are afraid of on pa­ per flowers, stars and other objects and hung them on a tree as they faced their fears. Courtney is assisted at the camps by adult volunteers and by interns. This year, she offers her appreciation to Post photo by Linda Burchette Gathered last month to dedicate the Ashe Hospice building to long-time volunteer Bud Honeycutt were members of High Country Health Care System/Hospice and Honeycutt's family and friends, from left, front row: Executive Director Nancy Metzger, Catherine Holmes Johnstone, Cindy Honeycutt; second row: Former Health Dept. Director Carl Tuttle, Joshua Johnstone, Anne Holmes, Penny Holmes; back row: A.J. Honeycutt III and Jerry Stafford. Not pictured are Joe and Nancy (Bud's daughter) MacMoneagle and Tiffany Honeycutt (Bud's granddaughter). Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,611 26,695 U.S. service people killed (as of 7/11) U.S. service people wounded (as of 7/11) Surprise for the Scots? by Jim Thompson Editor As thousands of Scots gather at Grandfather Moun­ tain to celebrate their heri­ tage, a new book raises some interesting questions about that heritage. Last week, McFarland & Co. of Jefferson released When Scotland Was Jewish. Writ­ ten by Elizabeth Caldwell Hirschman, a professor mar­ keting at Rutgers University, and Donald N. Yates, founder of DNA Consulting, the book suggests that many wellknown Scottish clans and families have Jewish roots. Using DNA evidence, the authors attempt to make a case that a large portion of Scotland's population came from France and the Ibe­ rian Peninsula beginning in the 12th century. They sug­ gest that the Celtic heritage which dominates the popular conception of Scotland "has buried a more accurate and profound understanding of its history." Both authors belong to a group called Melungeons, who historically lived in the area of the Cumberland Gap and surrounding areas of Groups seek to protect groundwater GLENDALE SPRINGS, JULY 12: On Thursday, concerned citizens and organizations from across North Carolina are speaking out against a pro­ posed rule which would endanger the state's groundwater by allowing pollution from contami­ nated sites to poison the water beneath neighbor­ ing properties. Hundreds signed a letter to the NC Environmental Management Commission urging them to reject changes in 15A NCAC 2S, the state's dry-cleaning solvent regulations. In the letter to the EMC, Lou Zeller of the Blue Ridge Environmental Defense League said, "We I Maloo Haynes, who is seek­ ing her masters in counseling at Appalachian State Univer­ sity. Anyone interested in their child attending Camp Sun­ shine in Alleghany next week can call the Hospice office in Jefferson (246-6443) or Sparta (372-8018) to sign up or get more information. The camp will be held at the Li­ ons Club Pavilion behind Al­ leghany County High School, July 16-18 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. There is no cost for the camps. All costs are covered by donations. Hospice is always in need of volunteers, and there are many ways to help. A group called Creative Memories will start back up in the fall with participants making crafts for Hospice patients, such as quilts, dolls, baskets and scrapbooks. Virginia, Kentucky and Ten­ nessee. They are generally considered to be the result of a mixture of European, sub-Saharan African and Native American ancestry. Hirschman and Yates' initial research, however, suggested to them that the Melungeons' roots are Jewish. As many of these Appalachian families have Scottish surnames, they continued their genetic re­ search overseas. The result is this book. The authors' wide-rang­ ing research includes ex­ amination of census records, artifacts, castle decorations, grave inscriptions, religious seals, coinage, genealogies, family crests, old portraits, geographic place names and other records of the past. Just released,there has not been time for a response from Scottish and other scholars to their hypothesis. Earlier DNA studies of the British Isles did not lead earlier researchers to these conclusions. When Scotland was Jewish is a 264-page hardcover with photos, charts and maps. It is available directly from the publisher (call 246-4460) at $45. ask that the NC Environmental Management Commission reject the proposed risk-based rule for dry-cleaning solvent contamination, which would carve out this loophole in our groundwater stan­ dards." He continued, "The proposed risk-based rule would allow soil and groundwater at con­ taminated dry-cleaning sites to remain untreated forever. The draft rule improperly expands the risk-based approach to the property of landown­ ers who are in no way culpable or liable for the contamination." NC Environmental Management Commission planned to take action on the rulemakingThursday at their meeting in Raleigh. �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, JULY 13, 2007 JEFFERSON POST ENTERTAINMENT Dulcimer master coming to Ashe King Bees to play at Todd The King Bees, a local Blues band, will be playing in Todd this Saturday, July 14th. The concert will be held in the Cook Memorial Park across from the Todd General Store. Concert time is from 2 to 4 p.m. The King Bees have toured the US and Europe with their smokey blues sound. Visit http://kingbees.home.mindspring.com/index.html for more informa­ tion and to listen to cuts from some of their most popular songs. The band will have CDs available for purchase at the concert. Baked goods, food and drinks will be available at the park and at the Todd Mercantile and the Todd General Store. For more information or directions, please contact 336-877-5401. Ornament honors Lansing School The Ashe County Arts Council presents a concert on Sunday afternoon, July 15 at 4:00 pm featuring na­ tionally acclaimed performer and teacher of the mountain dulcimer, Neal Hellman. The concert will be in the Gallery of the Ashe Arts Center. Hellman has been per­ forming, writing, teaching and recording acoustic music for the past twenty-five years. His albums include "Autumn in the Valley," Dream of the Manatee" and "Oktober County" and his music was described by the Santa Cruz Sentinel as "just plain beau­ tiful music, all lilting guitars and dulcimers and songs that are precise and perfectly ar­ ranged". His is the author of many books on the Appalachian dul­ cimer including the Dulcimer Chord Book, The Hal Leonard Dulcimer Method, Celtic Song and Slow Airs for Mountain Dulcimer and more. For the concert, Hellman will perform traditional Ap­ palachian fiddle tunes on the dulcimer. His set will also in­ clude Irish hymns, ballads and selections by the famous Irish harp player O'Carolan. Hell­ man has explored many dif­ ferent musical roots and has found historical music from different countries lend itself to the dulcimer. He will per­ form Italian Laudas,Swedish Tunes and early Shaker dance tunes and church mu­ sic. Hellman also will perform several of his own original compositions. Local hammered dulcimer i Stop by the Chamber of Commerce and Visi­ tors Center and purchase the newest Christmas ornament in the series of collectors ornaments depicted by iocai artist Bessie Ciay. This orna­ ment portrays the historic Oid Lansing School. The ornament may be purchased separately or as part of a package of ornaments from bygone years. It is the 15th in a series of commemora­ tive ornaments. It will be sold in addition to sets depicting three of Ashe County's Depression-era buildings. Ail these ornaments are currently available for sale at the Ashe County Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center, at 303 East Second Street in West Jefferson, across from First Citizens Bank. musician Michael Bell will join Hellman for several se­ lections during the concert. The two music enthusiasts met at the Memphis Dulcimer Festival in 1996 after several years as business contacts through Neal Hellman's inde­ pendent label, Gourd Music that specializes in acoustic music. Their common passion for the dulcimer has led to the upcoming concert and an op­ portunity to play together. Tickets are $8 adults and $5 students and are available by phone with a credit card or at the Ashe Arts Center. For more information please call 336-846-ARTS. Neal Hellman is one of fin­ est dulcimer players in the world. He will perform at the Ashe Arts Center in West Jefferson this Sunday after­ noon. 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A graduate of Beaver Creek High School and North Caro­ lina State University, she re­ ceived a Bachelor of Science in Applied Mathematics with a Minor in Statistics. She is currently employed by Cisco Systems in Research Triangle Park as a High Touch Opera­ tions Manager. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jarrod S. Randle, Sr. of Elkin. He is the grandson of the late Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Randle of Little Rock, AR, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Robinson of Mobile, AL. He is a graduate of Cleveland High School in Cleveland, TN and earned his Bachelor of Sci­ ence in Public Administration with a Minor in History from Samford University in Bir­ mingham, AL. He is currently employed by Greene Resourc­ es in Raleigh as a Corporate Recruiter. The bride was escorted and given in marriage by her parents. Her maternal greatgrandmother's wedding band was pinned to the center of her bridal bouquet. Matron of honor was Mrs. Rebecca Carlton Greer, sisterin-law of the bride. Brides­ maids were Mrs. Leeanne Burda, Mrs. Suzanne Morris and Miss Julianne Surface. Miss Allyson Greer and Miss Sydney Greer were junior bridesmaids, nieces of the bride. Best Man was Mr. Jarrod Randle, Sr., the groom's father. Groomsmen were Mr. Eric Greer, brother of the bride, Mr. Greg Burda, and Mr. Jeff Mor­ ris. Mr. Matthew Greer was a junior groomsman, nephew of the bride. Music for the ceremony was provided by Mrs. Patty Hart on piano and organ, Mr. Rob- Blake Thomas Griffith and Micah Renee Johnson August wedding for Johnson-Griffith Mr. and Mrs. Jarrod Seale Randle, Jr. ert Hart on cello, Miss Laura Lancaster on violin and solos by Mrs. Suzanne Morris. Solo selections included "You Raise Me Up" and "Amazing Love". The couple participated in the Lord's Supper together and symbolized their union with unity sand. Program Attendants were Mr. Kelly Edwards and Miss Allison Foster. Registry At­ tendants were Miss Stepha- Tony and Linda Johnson of Jefferson proudly an­ nounce the engagement of their daughter, Micah Renee Johnson of Huntersville to Blake Thomas Griffith of Salina, Kansas. Micah is a teacher at Woodland Heights Elemen­ tary School in Mooresville. nie Morrison and Miss Jenni­ fer Oppenheim. The wedding was directed by Ms. Jerri Vogler. The groom's parents host­ ed a rehearsal dinner at the Jefferson Landing Clubhouse in Jefferson on the eve of the wedding. Following a honeymoon to Daufuskie Island and Charleston, the couple will re­ side in Raleigh. Blake is the manager of Howren Music and Sound of Charlotte. He is the son of Patricia Griffith of Chanute, Kansas. Micah and Blake will ex­ change wedding vows on August 4. 2007, at Jefferson Landing, with reception, dinner and dance to follow. Kristen Renee Miller and Justin Charles Stuart Couple plans July 14 wedding Caden Riley Stuart would like to announce the mar­ riage of his parents on July 14, 2007. The bride, Kristen Re­ nee Miller, is the daughter of Larry and Karen Miller. The groom, Justin Charles Stuart, is the son of Ray and Gale Stuart. They will be united in a double ring ceremony at Tuckerdale Baptist Church in Lansing, N.C., on July 14, 2007. Alicia Miller willbe the maid of honor. Bridesmaids will be Jessica Stuart, Re- becca Steel and Terri Eller. Kaley and Morgan Key will serve as junior bridesmaids. Chris Stuart will be best man. Andy Blevins, Travis Chrisawn and Zeb Pritchard will be ushers. Meredith Key and Tiera Blevins will be flower girls, while Caden Stuart will be ringbrear. Kayla ana Brit­ tany Stuart will be guest register attendants. The couple plans a honey­ moon to Cozumel and Costa Maya, Mexico. They will make their home in Lan­ sing. Baby News Rachel Valentine and Ron­ nie Poe of Lansing announce the birth of their daughter, Olivia Madison Poe. She was born June 28, 2007, at Watauga Medical Center and weighed 7 pounds, 11 ounces. Amanda Clark-Miller and John Miller of West Jefferson would like to announce the birth of their daughter, Haleiwa Mackenzi Miller. She was born July 4, 2007 at Watauga Medical Center, and weighed 6 pounds, 13 ounces. Allison Dawn Shoemake and Jonathan Bradley Shaw of Warrensville would like to announce the birth of their daughter, Darson J aylee Shoemake. She was born June 29,2007, at Ashe Me­ morial Hospital. She weighed 7 pounds, 1.6 ounces and was 19.2 inches long. Darson will be welcomed home by her big sib­ lings, Alex, LeeArma and Jona­ than Shaw, and grandparents Brenda and J.C. Shoemake and Kathy and Diesel Hampton. Molly and Jared Turn mire of Jefferson would like to an­ nounce the birth of their son, Nicholas Gage Turnmire. He was born on July 3, 2007, at Ashe Memorial Hospital and was 18 inches long. He will be welcomed home by big sister Natalie Turnmire and grand­ parents Rhonda and Bill Fields and Worth Turnmire. Cristin Nicole Williams and Michael Andrew Smith August wedding set Adam Boone Osborne and Holly Dawn Cole Osborne-Cole wedding planned Adam Boone Osborne and Holly Dawn Cole would like to announce their engage­ ment. Adam is the son of Donnie and Martha Osborne of West Jefferson, N.C. He is employed with Cole's Farms in Lansing, N.C. Holly is the daughter of Allen "Doby" and Pam Cole ** Auto Insurance Garry Elliott Agent Well go the EXTRA MILE IH-pcuduhIr service, fast, fair claims and some of the best discounts available in our state is what you can expect from North Carolina Farm bureau Insurance Companies. With proven protection, year after year, thousands of people just like you have trusted us to help them with their auto insurance needs. Ask for a Free Auto Insurance review today...so w hen you need, one of our qualified agents can go the extra mile with you. Martin J. Weaver of Lansing, N.C., and Jeanette Howell of Hays, N.C. She is employed at Good­ night Brothers Produce in Boone, N.C. The couple are planning a September 22 wedding at Friendship Baptist Church in Jefferson, N.C., after which they will reside in West Jefferson, N.C. Cristin Nicole Williams of West Jefferson and Michael Andrew Smith of Lansing will be married in a double ring outdoor ceremony at the bride's home on August 4, 2007 at 7 p.m. The bride is the daughter of Cindy Parsons of West Jef­ ferson and Clyde Williams Jr. of Jefferson. She recently graduated from the Univer­ sity of North Carolina-Wilm­ ington with a B.A. in psychol­ ogy. The groom is the son of Bob and Laura Calhoun of Lansing and Larry Smith of Newland. He is a police of­ ficer with the West Jefferson Police Department. Jessica Miller will be the maid of honor. Bridesmaids will be Amanda Witherspoon, Stacey Williams, Jessica Condrey, Wendy Calhoun and Sara Smith. Wally Smith and Stephen Smith will be best men. Ushers will be Andy Calhoun, Jeremy Williams, Jeremy Baker and Eric Har­ din. Sophie Vandevander will be the flower girl and Keenan Witherspoon the ring bearer. Jessica Parsons and Carter Lammers will be guest regis­ ter attendants. The ceremony will be fol­ lowed by a dinner and dancereception at the bride's home. fXdd the perfect touch to your grounds with a LinkCogs Outdoor fireplace! Specially crafted, lightweight concrete logs link together without pins, cement, or tools ideal for barbecues, warmth, or atmosphere TSurns wood or charcoal Agent Jason Burgin Agent Michael F. Lonon Agency Manager 336-246-8828 PO Box767 Jefferson. 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The county got a very late start on electricity and telephone service. That was because there were sim­ ply not enough people to attract for-profit utilities, who also had to face the challenges of mountain con­ struction and poor roads. Thanks to the cooperative effort underwritten by the federal government, Blue Ridge Electric and Skyline Telephone were able to get us on track. Skyline has played a key role in getting Ashe (and the region it serves) connected to the Internet. They have been joined in this effort by private com­ panies as well, who pro­ vide important services.The entire county has access to dial-up Internet, and most areas have high-speed (DSL or other). And the overall network is improving dra­ matically, thanks in part to Skyline's fiber optics efforts. Reliability, once a serious issue, is largely resolved. While Skyline and others have sped the development of Internet access, Carolina West Wireless has done the same for wireless com­ munications. In the past decade, we have seen the rapid growth of the existing network of towers that has eliminated many "dead" spots in the county. Every year, we move closer to total communications because of our terrain. Each moun­ tain provides blockage for signals and means anoth­ er tower. In spite of that challenge, Carolina West Wireless is making it hap­ pen. The goal, for both Internet and wireless communica­ tions, must be 100 percent coverage in the county— and that is the goal of the cooperative and Carolina West. Earlier generations achieved this with electric­ ity and land-line telephone service, and this new gen­ eration is more than capa­ ble of bringing the best of these new technologies to the whole area. It will take time and money—and those who are on the outside right now will have to have patience. The good news is how far we have come in a short time. It took over 20 years to reach everyone who wanted electricity. It has taken just over 10 to provide Internet access. The process is speed­ ing up. That is critical for our future. Companies of the past looked for electric­ ity, water/sewer and good telephone service before opening or relocating. Now they take those for granted and look at Internet access and wireless communica­ tions before making a deci­ sion. Keeping current and constantly improving will enable ute to remain com­ petitive in the quest for more and better jobs for Ashe Countians. PAGE 4A FRIDAY, JULY 13, 2007 Thanks from ASHE To the Editor: A.S.H.E. (A Safe Home for Everyone) would like to take this time to say Thank You" to our community for all the support we received during our recent "July 4th Celebra­ tion at Ashe Park" fundrais­ er. Sales from concessions exceeded all expectations. Specifically, we would like to thank the following vol­ unteers, staff members, and local businesses for their support and assistance in making the event not only a possibility, but a great suc­ cess: •To Joe Boccardy and the Ashe Parks and Recreation staff, this would not have been possible without you. We want you to know how much it means to us to have your support (and patience) and that the Parks and Rec­ reation staff could not have been more courteous and helpful. •To Jefferson Station and Tom Banks, we cannot begin to express our gratitutde to you for all that you do for us year round. Your generous contributions and donations are very much appreciated. •To K&K Stitch and Screen, we thank you for your support. •Ingles Market, thank you for your donation and support of our program. •Dr Pepper Bottling Co., our thanks to you for your prompt services and your do­ nation to our program. •Lowes Market, thank you for your donation and support of our program. •Our volunteers and friend's: Words cannot de­ scribe how much it means to have such a wonderful group of people come together and make it happen. Thanks to everyone for a great event and for all the hard work: Tiffany Lewis, Amber Rash, Jake Gardner, Ethan Hartsoe, Pauline and Arvie Lynch, Debbie and Rod Schelder, Beth McAlister and Ralph, "DID You GET-ftaTEXT MKStfEIJUET SENT VOU PROM MY iPUONE ABOUT 1m "TECHNOLOGY HAP, IMPROVED COMMUNICATION?" Letters to the Editor Stacy and Joe Cox, Sheri Wilson, Shana Weaver, Jen­ nifer Miller, Doug Trimbach, Lois and Isaac Dixon, Hazel Keyes, Carol Coulter, Cindy Eller, and Carolyn Shep­ herd. •And last, but absolutely not least, we would like to thank Claire and Ed Hammitt for their high level of commitment and year-round dedication to our program. This event would literally not have been possible with­ out you. To ALL our supporters: we appreciate YOU! A Safe Home for Everyone Comments on ZOO To the Editor: In response to the recent editorial and the ongoing zoo issue I would like to say that I am proud to have our County Commissioner, Gary Barber, looking out for the interest of our local residents, tourists and the county government. No one would want members of their family to be injured or even worse when they are enjoying an outing to see wild animals. If everyone would just do their homework and get the facts straight regarding this topic they would realize the county first had to grant the gentlemen a variance to have the zoo. In saying that, I know Mr. Barber was acting in your interest and the interest of the county to prevent further issues and legal liability. The county could be held liable for the variance given in the event that the zoo does not meet the required standards to operate such a facility. It is the duty of the commission­ ers to make responsible deci­ sions when considering any type of variance. Mr. Barber did not vote against the zoo but in fact voted to take more time to make an educated decision. Are we forgetting that most of these animals are naturally wild and have instincts to kill for survival? This is in no way a negative vote but a vote to protect us, the residents of Ashe County. I for one would be honored to cast a vote for Mr. Barber again for he is fair and con­ siders ALL aspects of any situation. This issue is not a partisan issue but one that will insure the protection and safety of the public. I am a life long resident of Ashe and mother of two and although I like the idea of having a local zoo to take my children to I am also proud to have someone who cares enough about the safety of my children to consider both sides of this very important matter. I also find it interesting that the editorial did not mention the lady who was in­ jured or the small child who most recently was hurt while visiting the zoo. I wonder if their families would want all of the facts considered? No business or site seeing op­ portunity should be consid­ ered more important than your safety and well being. I grew up in the same community as Gary and have known him for many years it has been my experience that he is always open to ideas and fair criticism. I would sug­ gest to anyone who does not have a clear understanding of this issue to contact him on this matter. I am sure he would be glad to clarify this for you just as he has always accepted my calls of concern about issues facing our coun­ ty. As a parent I questioned his decision on the zoo issue and he was more than happy to answer my questions and clarify my concerns. Kim Miller Laurel Springs The answer: 4 million people Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Production Manager/Webmaster Copy Editor Sports Editor Business Manager Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Linda Burchette Kelly Elliott Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Sandra Osborne Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. places for About four million people. our new That is the answer. Now, neighbors here is the question: How to live. many people lived in North Wheth­ Carolina when my family er or not moved here about 1950? you think Here is another question growth is that has the same answer: good or How much did North Car­ not, it is olina's population grow be­ here. We tween 1950 and 2000? are in the Still another: How much middle of will it grow between 2000 it. And we and 2030? To summarize, North Car­ ought to make the best of it. olina's population, actual or We ought to do the things now to minimize growth projected by year: pains and maximize the ad­ 1950 4,061,929 vantages that growth can 2000 8,049,313 bring. 2030 12,227,739 What should our state be Putting it another way, North Carolina has twice as doing to get ready for the new many people living here than four million people of 2030? Someone suggested that it did when I moved here. And in 2030, it will have our first step should be to admit that we are already three times as many. For example, he Now for a harder question, behind. one that I bet you will not be pointed out: •There are more than able to answer with a simple yes or no: Is all this growth 100 communities across this a good thing for North Caro­ state that are under some lina and the people who live type of water and sewer mor­ atorium. Those communities here now? will have a harder time get­ So, what is your answer? Maybe you say yes, think­ ting their fair share of new ing about the economic ben­ business investment. The efits that have come with health of many in those com­ increasing population. More munities is under constant and better paying job oppor­ threat. •We have hundreds of tunities for us and our chil­ dren. More people to share thousands of our children in the costs of government. A trailers and not classrooms. wider variety of activities to In a world where education is critical to progress for the enrich our lives. Or, maybe you start with coming generations, we still a no, citing crowded roads lag far behind other states in and schools, along with over­ the investment we are mak­ taxed public facilities and ing in our K-12 schools. •Funding has not the strains on water supply and waste water treatment matched skyrocketing road capability. Meanwhile, your construction costs, pushing beloved farms and forests dis­ back transportation projects, appear as bulldozers prepare causing delivery delays, com­ muter crunches, and endan­ gering lives. •Land for forests, farms, and natural areas that are so important to our quality of life and economy disappear to the tune of 100,000 acres annually. To cope with rapid growth, several communi­ ties have passed moratoria or increased impact fees. If no additional funds are cre­ ated for infrastructure, those moratoria will become more commonplace. •We have 2 million people living in sub-standard hous­ ing or housing they can't af­ ford. So, what's to be done? The North Carolina Gen­ eral Assembly has the oppor­ tunity to take a giant step right now. It has before it a proposal to create an infra­ structure fund to pay for a package of "Bonds for Prog­ ress" that includes $2 billion for schools; $1 billion for land and water conservation; $1 billion for water and sewer; $1 billion for roads and $250 million for the Housing Trust Fund. Borrowing such large amounts of money is contro­ versial, and it ought to be. But borrowing to prepare for growth is often the most prudent way to address this challenge. And bond financ­ ing would allow those new North Carolinians who will be joining us between now and 2030 to help the rest of us shoulder the expense of getting ready for them. Let's hope our legislators will give careful consider­ ation to the "Bonds for Prog­ ress" proposal, and adopt it, unless they can come up with a better way for us to get ready for.... Remember that answer! ....Four Million people. D.G. Martin is the host of UNO-TV's North Carolina Bookwatch, which airs Fri­ days at 9:30 p.m. and Sun­ days at 5 p.m. www.unctv. org! ncbookwatch /. Check his blog and view prior pro­ grams at www.unctv.org/nc­ bookwatch / This week's (July 13 and 15) guest is Gov. Mike Easley, author of "Look Out College, Here I Come!" Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson @ jeffersonpost.com. �PAGE 5A FRIDAY, JULY 13, 2007 JEFFERSON POST FROM THE FRONT Mission trip planned to South Dakota Indian reservation A local group is preparing to leave for a mission trip to Pine Ridge Indian Reserva­ tion July 18 in South Dakota and are still working to raise additional funds to help with the costs of the mission and to buy sheets and blankets for those in need. The mission trip is to an area that is pretty often considered a third world country right in the middle of America. A car wash is planned for this Saturday at McDonald's in West Jefferson beginning at 7:30 a.m. and ending that afternoon probably around 1:30 to 2 p.m. All proceeds from this event will be used for the mission to Pine Ridge Reservation and to purchase sheets and blankets for the bunk beds that are built and delivered by volunteers. The reservation is home to the Oglala Lakota Indians where the average income is around $4,000, according to a brochure from RE-MEMBER. This is home to people who have the lowest life expectan­ cy in the United States and the second lowest in the west­ ern hemisphere. Many people there do not live to their 60th birthday. Fawn Roark of West Jef­ ferson and her sister, Beth Blevins of Lansing, are trav­ eling to the reservation again this year with several local residents from the Ashe Coun­ ty Worship Center. The group will be working with RE­ MEMBER, a faith-based out­ reach project started in 1998 on the reservation that seeks to stand in solidarity works with the Oglala Lakota people by improving the quality of their lives through relation­ ships, shared resources and volunteer services. Last Octo­ ber, the sisters traveled to the reservation and helped build bunk beds that were then de­ livered to families who needed them very much. The primary project of RE­ MEMBER has been the con­ struction, transportation and distribution of bunk beds to the people on the reservation. Most of the homes in Pine Ridge are very small, and consequently, bunk beds are highly desirable since they take up little square footage, according to project coordina­ tors. These donations often help children sleep warm and comfortable this winter, many of them sleeping on beds for the first time. Kendra Blevins, a ninth grader at Ashe County High School, traveled to the reser­ vation last year. MI loved this trip, but I was devastated to see this 'third-world country right here in America. Amer­ ica is the country that every­ one wants to live in and we spend so much time helping other countries when our own people who have been here the longest need just as much as­ sistance," Kendra explained. "I, personally, helped place bunk beds in a house so poor that it didn't even have siding on the walls and I could see holes through the walls.These people were so appreciative to just have a place to sleep - say­ ing, Thank you. It will be bet­ ter than sleeping in the floor with the mice."' Many homes on the res­ ervation have 20-30 people living in them and many are without electricity, running water or sewer. Temperatures range from 40 below to 105. Teen suicide is four times the national rate; eight times the national rate of TB and diabe­ tes; five times the rate of cervi­ cal cancer and three times the infant mortality rate. There is no public transportation, no banks, no movie theaters, no stores and no nursing homes. Janet Johnson, a local resi­ dent, also went on the mis­ sion trip last year as well. She noted that the situations on the reservation are very se­ vere. The degree of poverty is the worst that I have ever seen. As a child, I was poor. We got electricity when I was five, but never had indoor plumb­ ing until I was married. There were some neighbors who had more than we did, but most people were equally as poor or worse. Even with our limited resources, we had hope," John­ son said. One of RE-MEMBER's goals is to recall this country's treatment of the Indian peo­ ple and to repair the broken pieces of that relationship. In addition to work projects, volunteers tour the reserva­ tion, with stops at the Red Cloud Museum and cemetery, the Wounded Knee Memorial, Singing Horse Trading Post and the badlands. However, the most important portion of the trip often consists of spending time visiting with the Lakota people and learn­ ing about their culture and spirituality. Each week, the volunteers prepare a meal for as many as 250 people who have become friends and ac­ quaintances of RE-MEMBER. T really have trouble be­ lieving we have areas like this in our own country and it is even more shocking to me that the three poorest counties in the nation are located on In­ dian reservations. It's so hard to believe and very frustrating at the same time," Roark said. "I am very proud of our com­ munity and the people who are willing to reach out to help others who are very much in need." For more information about RE-MEMBER online, log onto www.re-member.org or for more information about the trip or this weekend's fund­ raiser, call Roark at 336-2466397. NCDOT to conduct secondary roads hearing Monday by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Summer is the time for road work, as many Ashe County drivers have probably noticed, and while it creates delays and traffic backup, the end result is better roads for motorists. The Department of Trans­ portation is conducting a pub­ lic hearing on Monday, July 16 during the county commis­ sion meeting at 3:35 p.m. at the courthouse to hear com­ ments on the secondary road program for this year. Ashe County is antici­ pating over $10.2 million in funding from the highway fund, trust fund and unal­ located funds for secondary roads in paving, bridge and culvert work, guardrails and unpaved road improvements. Paving of approximately 12 miles of road surface is planned for Little Windfall Road, Burnt Schoolhouse Road, East Whenlin Ridge Road, Roy Goodman Road, Rash School Road, Powers Hollow Road, Dr. Robinson Road, W.A. Reed Road and Cranberry Creek Road. Alter­ natives are Rock Fence Road, McNeil Road, Garvey Bridge Road, Old Field Creek. Road and Ray Miller Road. there, he apparently made a phone call—and left one of the stolen credit cards on top of the booth. A citizen turned it in at a local bank. By early Thursday, Sept. 1, the link between Grayson's "Jane Doe" and Ashe's miss­ ing person were clear. West Jefferson authorities headed north and before mid-day confirmed the identity of the body. Meanwhile, the search for Cochran—now wanted for murder, financial card fraud and motor vehicle theft among other charges—was continuing. And his luck was running out. Perhaps recognizing that a search for him was on, Co­ chran abandoned the Accord. Authorities found it in John­ ston County, where he lived. The search narrowed. At 10 p.m. that evening, someone at a rest stop on 1-40 near Benson, N.C., recognized Cochran. A quick call brought authorities to the scene and the chase was over. Intitially, there was a ques­ tion as to whether Schilling was murdered hereor in Gralyson County—which would <$;termine where the case would be tried. In the end, Ashe County was the venue. Cochran could have faced the death penalty in this mur­ der. Murder continued from front page County, Va. To their shock, they saw the body of a woman and immediately called their Sheriffs Office. Initially, Grayson authori­ ties did not know about the missing person report in Ashe County, and the victim was labeled a "Jane Doe" as she had no identification on her. They concluded she had been strangled. Meanwhile, Cochran was on a huge loop, reaching al­ most above the Mason-Dixon Line. From Grayson County, he traveled north to Hico, W. Va., where he bought more gas with a stolen card. Then he went to Winchester, Va. Stopping at a welcome center Guardrail and shoulder construction is planned for Idlewild Road,Railroad Grade Road, Nettle Knob Road, Mt. Jefferson State Park Road, Little Horse Creek Road, West Mill Creek Road, Long Branch Road, Tucker Road, Whenlin Ridge Road, Rip Shin Road, Cranberry Creek Road and Carson Woods Road. Strengthening and re­ surfacing is also planned on Peak Creek Church Road. Approximately 100 state unpaved roads are scheduled to receive spot stabilization. This program is subject to availability of funding, right of way and environmental review. Should funding be greater than estimated, work will continue down the pri­ ority list. When secondary roads cannot be paved due to the inability to obtain right of way, NCDOT will move down the priority list. AJso at Monday's meet­ ing, the commissioners will consider a resolution on im­ provements to NC 88 from State Route 1612 (Burnt Hill Road) to NC 18. NCDOT is proposing to rehabilitate and resurface about two miles of NC 88 at the eastern section near the Alleghany County line. The commission meeting begins at 3:30 p.m. at Ashe County Courthouse. Items on the agenda include: • 4:05 p.m.: Nancy Kautz, DeAnna Lewis and Nicole Wyatt with a proclamation for Relay for Life, establish­ ing July as Relay for Cancer Month and July 20 as Cancer Survivor Day. 4:15 p.m.: Carol Coulter, executive director for Fam­ ily Central, with a proposal to create a new non-profit or­ ganization to manage Family Central. 4:30 p.m.: Public hearing to hear comments on pro­ posed amendments to the Ordinance to Regulate Wind Energy Systems. Pleasant words are a honeycomb, sweet to the soul and healing to the bones. PROVERBS 16:24 Now Di BlueCross BlueShield of North Carolina Honeycutt continued from front page because that's how he was. "Caring for Hospice patients she said. "It's great to be able Today we're doing this for us is hard. They're all dying, and to share the memories." because it helps us remember. it's hard. He was always there Bud's daughter, Penny 'What we do is all that mat­ to lean on and encourage and Holmes, thanked everyone for ters,' is what he said. We do motivate," Tuttle said. their kind words and memo­ this not because it needs to be "Bud was on the building ries of her father. "Daddy re­ done but because we need to committee to get this build­ ally wouldn't like you guys do it." ing," Tuttle said of the Ashe doing this," she said, "but I Former volunteer coordina­ office. "I called him the good want to thank everyone for tor for Hospice, Kathy Dish- Samaritan because he filled what you've done."She talked man, said Bud did not want that role for me. He always about when her father first any recognition, was very put others first. He could came to West Jefferson, and opinionated and outspoken, have had a nice home, ex­ moved into a small apart­ but wholeheartedly support­ pensive vacations and fine ment even though he could ed his family, his church, the clothes, but he didn't. He said afford better. He wouldn't buy Sharing Center, and Hospice. what he had was adequate. new clothes or shoes, she said, "Bud helped a lot with fund­ 'I can do anything.' That was instead giving his money to raisers," she said. "That was his attitude. We love him and help others. "He cared about Bud Honeycutt. Always giv­ honor him and dedicate this people and tremendously ing." She said he would often building to his memory." about his church, Bethany "Bud really believed in United Methodist," she said. give his own money to make a fundraising goal."Bud always what Hospice does for pa­ "This means a lot to his fam­ showed how much he cared. tients and families, and that ily." 'Take time to care' would have was why he was so involved," Rev. Lewis Poag lead a said Wanda Branch, former group reading of the procla­ been his motto," she said. Carl Tuttle, former direc­ Hospice director. "He was on mation dedicating the Ashe tor of the health department, the first advisory board that Hospice building to the mem­ said he met Bud in the late got Hospice started. He would ory of Adolph "Bud" Honeyc­ 70s or early 80s and always say, 'We can do it.' Being able utt, noting his part in found­ appreciated his efforts and to provide the care that needs ing the local Hospice program support. "Bud was a volun­ to be provided. That was his and service on the Appala­ teer, and loved to volunteer interest." She complimented chian Board of Hospice, Re­ to help people," he said. 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(BP>— The sins of a nation drew an estimated 55,000 believers to Nashville July 7 to convene a "solemn assembly" and pray for spiritual awakening among America's young people. Christians from all 50 states and countries as far away as Nepal and Mongolia gathered in Nashville's riverfront LP Field for The Call—12 hours of worship and prayer they hoped would spark a renewal movement that would sweep the country. The nondenominational event marked 40 years since the "Summer of Love" in San Francisco unleashed a wave of sexual promiscuity, drug abuse, abortion on demand and pornography in the coun­ try and separated a generation of Americans from God, orga­ nizers said. Public confession and re­ pentance was a hallmark of the day, as a series of individuals testified about the havoc those sins had wreaked in their lives and publicly prayed for forgive­ ness — both individually and on behalf of the nation. Sam Brown back, a Repub­ lican senator from Kansas and ' GOP presidential contender, greeted the crowd when the meeting opened at 10 a.m., af­ firming that he shared their convictions about the sanctity of life and the need for spiritu­ al renewal in America. Popular musicians like Ricky Skaggs, Michael W. Smith and Jeff Deo echoed Brownback's concerns and performed for the assem­ bly. exchanged marriage vows late The Nashville event also what she wanted." As midday temperatures in the afternoon. commemorated 40 years since Organizer Lou Engle, who the youth revival called the soared near 100 degrees, wor­ Jesus Movement swept Amer­ shipers lifted their hands in initiated The Call in Washing­ ica—and organizers hoped it prayer. The stadium floor was ton, D.C., in 2000, chose the would spark a similar move­ sectioned off for those who date—7/7/07—because seven wanted the freedom to pros­ is the biblical number of cov­ ment for another generation. "America is a sleeping na­ trate themselves or kneel in enant. "In the Old Testament, tion. We have casually and prayer. Many of those in attendance the cult of Baal was identi­ nonchalantly let things slide and get worse," said Morgan had fasted for up to 40 days fied with violence and death, Blount, a staff member of The in preparation. Prayerwalk- sexual promiscuity, pornog­ Call from Dallas. "We are call­ ers left Nashville's Centennial raphy and promiscuity," said ing for young people in this Park at 7 a.m. and made their Dutch Sheets, senior pastor of country to wake up and take a way in silence through down­ Springs Harvest Fellowship in Colorado Springs, Colo. "We stand, to pray about our world town to the stadium. To symbolize their desire are here today to confess our instead of just complaining about what's wrong with it. We for America to return to a cov­ nation's sin and ask God to re­ are calling them to take action enant relationship with God, new His covenant with us. This and believe that the Lord can three couples simultaneously stadium is a courtroom today. change things." Prayer is the key to spiri­ tual awakening, said Adam Thomas, a staff member of The Call from Louisville, Ky. "This weekend was about prayer, whether you are Bap­ tist or Catholic or Church of ° F0r the Family ct o Christ. We believe that prayer changes things," Thomas said. "Our desire is to see God come back on the scene like He did o in the 1800s, when there was a great awakening that shut Saturday )4tln down entire towns with the power of God. "I believe that a movement of prayer is going to unlock these things for America. We 0 9— believe history belongs to the intercessors. Ezekiel 22:30 tells us God is looking for a company o at Oavy 3pm of people who will stand in the gap in prayer so the country 0 will not have to be destroyed. Sponsored by ACHS Cheerleaders ^ We want to be like the widow in Luke 17 who kept pressing the judge until he gave her We have filed for divorce as a nation from the spirit of Baal, and we are petitioning God for custody of our children." The event was broadcast five over the Internet at thecall.com and Christian tele­ vision networks like God TV, TBN, DayStar and Inspiration Network also carried part of the proceedings to as many as 200 countries. The evening closed with JIIEUHUIIIIIIJIA TJAIIDUJ Mt. Olive Baptist Church 1710 Watertank Rd., Fleetwood, NC BENEFIT CAB WASH 0^.n„n„Wlnr»^0 July 15,H - 20,H 6:45I>M - 9:00P\I Supper BEGINNING at 6PM VBS Study 6:45PM - 9:00PM R Kick-off July 14 \ 11AM - 3PM Lifpit CK o lookout, LLUGJP Slide, Julif Fun & GAMES! Autezene in 0 Commencement July West Jefferseri ) 300 men—the number of Gide­ on's biblical army—blowing the shofar while those in the stands shouted. "That was the highlight for me," said Julia Richardson, spokeswoman for the event. "You could feel the presence of the Lord. In the sound of the shofar, we pray our destinies are released and that the city of Nashville would see a new wave of the Lord." 20'\ 7PM For more information, call Donna: 877-4655 or Brenda: 877-3387' Pastor Clayburn Roten Invites Everyone to Attend! ) until 0 O°0o00<bo°ooc?:oo00oa> Assembly of God Church Bald Mtn. Baptist Church 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman 1460 Bald Mtn. Rd., West Jefferson Sundar School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service - 11:00am Sunday Evening Worship - 7:00pm Pastor George Norris 246-2979 Visit With Us This Sunday Corner of Fan Roland A McNeil Sis • Jefferson (88 West - Left on McNeil, One Block) Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a m Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00 p m 220 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson, NC Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p m Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2042 Pastor Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 1549 Hwy 194 South • Todd (I mi off Hwy 221) SUNDAY- Sunday School 1000AM Worship 11:00AM and 6:00PM MONDAY - Community Care 6:00PM (Pray er A Outreach) WEDNESDAY- Family Night 7 00PM (AH ages> (Missions Ministry. Van Ministry, Teen Time) 'A Church Jv> used • on faith, family A the future" W ednesday Evening • 7 00pm Kaidmountainchurch.org Email: Baldmountain@skybest.com Beaver Creek Christian Church Big FlatLs Baptist Church Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. Pastor, Chris Cox West Jeff erson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! Baldwin Community Church Fleetwood, NC Jim Dawes, Minister Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship II 00 a m Evening Service 6:30 p.m Bethany United Methodist Church Blue Ridge Worship Center Church of Christ at West Jefferson Cornerstone Fellowship 336-877-2801 Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 Barnett St. • West Jefferson Kmmanuel Independent Baptist Church 495 Highway 194 South Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs 846-3954 Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday School -10:00 am Non-Denominational Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Worship Service II 00 am & 6:00 pm 221 BarnettSt.. I Off Buck Mln Road) l)oug Frazier, Minister Sun Bible Study 10:00 a m Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Wednesday ? 00p.m. Bible Study Deep Ford Rd., Lansing Sunday School at 10.00 a m Worship'at 11:00 tt m "Join us in worship to Christ' 846-5615 Church Office or 846-5616 Preacher V Residence Sunday Worship 11:00 a m "And He led Ihem as far as to Bethany... and He blessed them " Luke24:50 Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 "Sunday Morning Worship Sunday Evening Worship Services en Espanol 8:30AM and 1 i :00AM 6:00PM Sabados a las - 6:00PM Family Time - 9:30AM Wednesday Bible Study Clases de ESL Sunday School -10:00AM 6:45PM Scrvicios a las - 7:00PM Nursery provided for aU services Friendship Baptist Church 891 friendship Baptist Church Rdjcffwon. NC Rev. David Grinnell • 982-2080 Sunday School -9 Of)am Sunday Worship Serv ices-II) 00 a m Sunday Evening Services - 6.00p.m Wednesday Evening Service -700pm We invite you to join us for a God centered family worshipping experience. • Casual & Contemporary Saturday Nigh) 7:00pm Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. rt Sunday Worship 11:00 am Healing Springs Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh *9178 Old Hwy. 16 • Crumpler NC Sunday School -10:00A.M. Sunday Morning Worship Service- 11:00A.M. Sunday Evening Worship Service - 7 00P M. Wednesday Evening Service - 7.00P M Church: 982-9210-Pastor 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00p.m. Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7 00p.m. Jefferson United Methodist Church Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor 115 East Main St., Jefferson. NC (336) 246-9512 9:00 a.m. Early Worship 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School far all ages 11:00 a.m • Fornuil Worship Service We would love to have you come worship with us. Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church Mt. Paddy Church North Beaver Baptist Parish of the Holy Communion Pastor: Tim Roten "Loves you and wants \xm (Episcopalian) Billy Robinson - Pastor ML Jefferson Church of the Nazarene Worship Times: Sunday School - 9:30 A.M. Worship -10:30 A.M. Sunday Preaching Service - 6:00 P.M. Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study - 7:00 P.M. to fellowship withus every Sunda)>!" Holy Trinity Church Hwy. 163 Went Jefferson Pastor Rick Miller Sunday School • 10.00 a.m Morning Worship • 11:00a.m. Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00 p m. Glendale Springs "Come as you are, you Hill be loved Sunday School 10:00 am Adult Sunday School - 9:30 AM Worship A Praise 11:00 a m Evening Worship 6.00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7 (H)p.m. Childrens Sunday School - 10:00 AM Worship • 11:00AM Robert St. off Bare (Church) 846-9378 846-7481 St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church Smethport Independant Baptist Church 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh Pastor James T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 Main A Ivy Streets • Jefferson • Sun. Morning Mass - 9:00 am Saturday Evening Mass • 5:00pm English A 7:00ru Spanish Weekday Morn Mass - Call for limes 194 and 88 West. Smethport, NC Sunday School 9:45 a m. • Worship II 00 a m Sunday Nighi Services 6:30 p m. Wednesday Service 7:00p.m Missions Building by Faith Promise haw a nursery ml children churcha available Warrensville United Methodist Church 192 Church Street 336-384-3391 Sunday School - 10:00AM Worship - 9:00AM Visitors become family Buck Mountain Road West Jyfterton 246-3820 Sunday School 9:50 a m Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m Sunday Evening Worship 7:00p.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7 Of)p.m. "ALife Worth Living!" Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Rev. Keith Casey 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson, NC (336) 246-4764 9:45 a m. Sunday • Sunday School II:00 am Sunday • Worship Service 6:30pm Sunday • Sunday Night Sen-ice 6:00 p m Monday • TE.A.M 10:00 a.m Tuesday • Joy in the Morning 7:00 p.m. Wednesday* Prai-er Meeting Seventh-Day Adventist Church | of Warrens ville Pastor: Kevin Morgan fly _ I 336-667-6092 10:00 a.m. Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Phone - 982-3076 Welcome Home Baptist Church Friendly Grove Baptist Church Saturday Services: Bible School-10:00 AM Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM West Jefferson United Methodist Church Offer Phone: 334*24419 • Rn. Lotuut Jona • Pastor Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Sunday School • 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM Youth Services - Sunday • 6:00PM Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. Children's Church and Nursery Provided Van Transportation Available We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! Pastor Home: 336-384-3188 • Cell: 336-977-1009 www.wjumc.net Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4lh>« 7:00 I'M Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 Corner of Hwy. R1D-A-BUG 221 &.Cherry St. EXTERMINATING Jefferson -Hut Termite & Pest Control 246-6077 246-4222 HUMPHREY MASONRY Supftr. INC. Ashe County JJJQ Builders Supply "Compirlr Lou of Bmtdmg Supphtt" Old Hwy. 22 l-S. Br.vcr Creek • Wr,i kffenon 336-246-3367 Mountain Aire (Just off Ashe Park Road) Open Mon-Frl • 7am-5pm l„. 16 It 163 Intersection Hwy 336-932-9321 Sears r 246-7131 203 East 1" Street • West Jefferson, NC Convenient 7 Days A Week WlDMK CbKBttnON I Commercial and Residential PO Box 972 • .Wfcrson, NC 336-246-6402 Fax: 246-6402 Dr Pepper •>;] Bottling Company West Jefferson 246-4591 Glendale Springs, N.C. • DODGE • CHRYSLER • JEEP ^ jcgjjj 502 Jefferson Ave. • 336-246-8806 B1LL »ART (MSTRr(Tl()X Jefferson, NC All Types Dozer Work Hauling ScTrackhoe Work Home: 336-246-HART (4278) Shop: 336-846-7025 NC Inspections Auto Express ATF Service Minn* ncp&trs minor O• .1• IM TkeSelee VANNOY "L 336-982-3060 Kwlk Lube, Inc. Owner/Manager • Davkl Miller I 608 W. Main Street* Jefferson, NC • 246-5945 CONITRUCriON 200 Hospital Ave. Jefferson, NC 336-246-7101 CONSTRUCTION COMPANY Mt. Jefferson Oil We Offer LP Gas • Gas Heaters Fire Logs • Cooking Equipment Call Pete at 246-7039 Serving Ashe County tor over 20 Years BLUERTDGE Sj* H&W Oil Company The Jewel Shoppe 785 East Main Street £& four Ful 8arvtea 01 Company The Mountain Village Shopping Center Jetfcnon, NC "JT| 24-HOUR BURNER SERVICE Gall 846-9241 ASHE Corn CHEESE IT trim •I 0* fml One* BUler 106 E. Main St. 246-2501 xvxviv.ashetnemorial.org 336-246-4155 High Country Paint & Performance 1358 W. King Street • Boone 828-264-0439 or 800-452-0343 ai|P| PPG Paints 3-M Products yUs Billy Blcvins • Tommy Little 246-9969 Mon-Sat~8:30 AM - 5:30 PM Pollard Glass 211 Burkett Avenue West Jefferson, NC 336-846-4176 T CARDINAL LANES k Family Fun Canter "Church Group! 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NC 826-263-6464 • www.boonekubota.com |oV/ fi^ We Build Your Home ° The Way You Want It ll()MES www.classichomes Intersection US 221 & NC 163 • 1620 NC 163-E West Jefferson, NC • 336-246-3600 �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7A FRIDAY, JULY 13, 2007 COMMUNITY EVENTS Local state parks offer variety of programs this month Saturday July 14 Heritage Iron Show Car Show—something for the whole family. Gates at Ashe County Park open at 7 a.m. Food will be available. Trophies will be given away. For infor­ mation, contact Wanda Lewis (982-3944), Bill Hart (8464278) or Jack Watson (8461221). www.oldengine.org/ members/hiron. 2 p.m.: Wagoner Road Access. Fern Hike. Learn to identify the ferns of the Applachian Mountains as you hike the 1 mile trail. 7 p.m.: Ebenezer Community Church is hosting a "Gospel Singing. For more information, call Pastor Lonnie Pruitt at 336-982-2598. The church is located on Hwy. 88 East—turn right on Roe Hunt Road. Sunday July 15 Warrensville Baptist Church upcoming events. July 15 Baptismal Service after morn­ ing worship. July 16-18 Junior Camp July 22 Lord's Supper during the worship service. July 25-27 Teen Camp July 28 Summer Lawn Music Events at Warrensville Methodist Church from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.July 29 Fellowship Meal after the Worship Service. Community Singing at 7:00 pm at the Warrensville Baptist Church. Everyone is welcome to any or all of these events. Rev. Jeff Nave,pastor welcomes you. 10 a.m.: Clifton Baptist Church, Pastor Mack Arnold Jr. and the congregation invite to everyone to come and help celebrate the church's 116th homecoiming. Guest singers will be the Melody Trio. A cov­ ered dish lunch will follow. 10 a.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church in Fleetwood will cel­ ebrate homecoming. Special music at 10 a.m. Former Pastor Rev. Dean Watson will bring the message at 11 a.m. Lunch and fellowship follow­ ing. Pastor Chris Cox and the congregation invites everyone to attend. 11 a.m.: Buffalo Baptist Church will have DOM David Blackburn as their guest speaker. Rev. Dean Watson and the congregation invite you to attend. 12:30 pm. Wagoner Access Road, Guided Canoe Trip. Join a Park Ranger for this 2 hour float down the Wild and Scenic New River. The trip will take approximately 2 hours from beginning to end. You will learn some basic canoe­ ing paddle strokes and other useful information to help you paddle safely. The Rangers will interpret many sights along the route. The trip will end with one of the local outfitters shut­ tling you back to the Wagoner Access Road. The trip is lim­ ited to 8 visitors per trip, so please call the park office to have your name added to the list. The outfitters charge a minimal fee for shuttling. Park phone number is 336-9822587. 2 p.m.: Mountain Nature Hike at Mount Jefferson State Park. Meet the park ranger for a hike into the mountain forest habitats and explore the natu­ ral wonders of Mt. Jefferson. We will be walking on the trail -Wear sturdy shoes. 2:30 p.m.: Decoration at Graybeal Cemetery with Rev. Kenneth Clark speaking. Anyone who would like to help with a new fance and cannot attend please contact Imagean Brackins, 12130 N.C. Hwy 88 W, Creston, N.C. 4 p.m.: Neil Hellman Dulcimer Concert at Ashe Arts Center. Mountain dulcimer music fea­ turing Irish ballads and hymns, Appalachian and traditional music. $8 adults, $5 students. Call 336-846-ARTS. Mt Olive Baptist Church announces VBS "Take the Plunge make a splash with Jesus" on July 15-20 at 7:00 pm each night with a Lite sup­ per at 6:00. Kickoff Saturday July 14. Call Donna Phillips at 877-4655 for information or Transportation. Everyone is welcome. Pastor is Rev. Clayborn Roten. at Family Central. This is an opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. Checks are conducted until 4:30 p.m. 6 p.m.: Don't forget to Relay For Life! At Ashe Co. High School. For more information call Deanna Lewis at 828-9643930. 5:30 p.m.: ACT Against Cancer Quarterly Meeting at Fraser's Restaurant. Focus will be on Prostate Cancer and the upcoming Pink Ribbon Campaign. Call to RSVP to 836-0781. 7:30 p.m.: Classic Pizzazz. Chop Stix to Chopin! Piano, fiddle and vocalist. $10 Adults, $5 students. Call 336-846ARTS. 8:30 p.m.: Creatures of the Night-sky watch. Make your way up to the first overlook for an evening of fun. Meet the park ranger and learn about some of the nocturnal animals that live in our area, or just sit back and enjoy the view. This program will also include some sky watching. Bring a chair if you like. This program is free and all are invited. Please call for further information (336) 246-9653. Saturday July 21 Lansing Volunteer Rescue and Fire Department will have a Quality Screening for Life. 6:30-8:30 p.m.: Comedy Central VBS at South Fork 11 a.m.: New River Volunteer Fire and Rescue will have a Baptist Church in Todd, through July 20. Classes for all ages from nursery to adult. VBS Celebration Night on Friday, July 20. Everyone welcome! 7 p.m.: Volney Baptist chicken and pork BBQ. Church will begin "Rescue Zone" Bible School through Friday, July 20, beginning at 7 each night. Please come enjoy exciting Bible stories, skits, songs, crafts, games, snacks and prizes. Classes for all ages, including adults. They will also have different "rescue" vehicles visit each night. Pastor Doug Halsey invites everyone. For more information, call 276579-2833. Monday July 16 5:30 p.m.: The V.F.W. And Auxiliary will have their month­ ly meeting at the Hut on Ashe Park Rd. In Jefferson at 6:30 p.m. Military Funeral practice is at 5:30 p.m. Thursday July 19 5-7 p.m.: Opening Reception for the Stephen Shoemaker Exhibit at Ashe Arts Center. Free. Call 336-846-ARTS. Friday July 20 3 p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks Sunday July 22 9:30 a.m.: Mountain Morning Nature Hike. Meet the park ranger at the picnic area for a hike into the mountain forest habitats and explore the natu­ ral wonders of Mt. Jefferson. We will be walking on the trail as we observe the scenic views. 10:30 a.m.: Beaver Creek Baptist Church invites you to their homecoming. The guest speaker will be Rev. Joe Warren. The Bluff Mountain Boys will be singing. Pastor Johnny Goodman and the con­ gregation welcomes everyone. 11 a.m.: OBIDS BAPTIST CHURCH will have HOMECOMING. MORNING WORSHIP @ 11:00, LUNCH @ 12:00: AFTERNOON SINGING @ 2:00 EVERYONE IS WELCOME! Pastor, Rev. Tommy Graybeal and the con­ gregation invites everyone to attend. explore some of the geologi­ cal mysteries that make this mountain's geology rock! Wear sturdy shoes. 2 p.m.: Wagoner Access Road, Underwater Tour. Find out what lives in the New River. Come prepared to get wet! Meet at the Wagoner Access Road. Monday July 23 7-9 p.m.: Greene's Chapel Baptist Church will have Vacation Bible School July 23 through July 27. Classes for all ages. Brother Edd Hall will be teaching the adult class. Pastor Fred Steelman and Merita Blevins, director, invites all to attend. For more informa­ tion, call 846-8377. Saturday July 28 9 a.m.: The 3rd annual Sunflower Festival will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Main Street in Mountain City, TN. Featured will be booths of crafts, art, produce, plants, food and drinks and others. There will also be a Beauty Pageant, kids activities, sun­ flower contest and music all day. 10a.m.:A Sibling Class will be offered at Ashe Memorial Hospital for children 2-6 years of age to help prepare them for the arrival of a new baby brother or sister. Call 846-0734 to sign up. a.m.: Pleasant Valley Baptist Church will have Homecoming Services. The July 30 10 Decoration service will be held at 10:00 followed by worship service at 11:00. A covered dish dinner will be held on the church grounds after worship service. Pastor, Rev. Keith Wagner and congregation wel­ come you. 10:30 a.m.: The annual Col. Gideon Lewis Reunion will take place at Riverview Community Center on Highway 88 West. All relatives please plan to attend and bring a cov­ ered dish. Drinks and utensils will be provided. 12:30 pm. Wagoner Access Road, Guided Canoe Trip. Join a Park Ranger for this 2 hour float down the Wild and Scenic New River. The trip will take approximately 2 hours from beginning to end. You will learn some basic canoe­ ing paddle strokes and other useful information to help you paddle safely. The outfitters charge a minimal fee forshuttling. Park phone number is 336-982-2587. 2 p.m.: Block Party Kickoff 6:30 p.m.: Helton United Methodist Charge Vacation Bible School. Avalanche Ranch is the theme for this year's VBS. We will have free dinner each evening through Friday, Aug. 3, at 6:30 p.m., followed by Bible lessons with a Western theme! Enjoy Chatter's Theater, Spotlight Drama featuring partiicpating children, crafts and more. Kids will see the Bible come to life. There also be an adult class. Get ready for a wild ride, pardners, through God's Word at Helton United Methodist Church, 15323 Hwy 194 North. Call 384-4243 for more infor­ mation. The charge includes Helton, Lansing and Trinity United Methodist Churches. 2 p.m.: US Hwy 221 Access, Majestic Whitetail Deer & Concerns of Their Growing Population. Join a ranger for an informative look into the majestic whitetail deer and concerns of their growing pop­ ulation. Meet at the park's New Visitors Center at US Hwy 221 Access. Sunday July 29 DIG = DIGITAL SOUND BARGAIN SHOWS IN ( ) * Pats I Discount Tick*! Restrictions Apply REGAL 7 828-262-3000 210 New Market St Centsf 0OO-FANOANGO 254* Adv. Tb onSaltSIMPSONS (PG-13) * Adv. Tit on SaleI NOW PRONOUNCE YOU CHUCK A LARRY (PG-13) * Adv. m on SeleHAlRSPRAY (P0) * HARRY POTTER A ORDER OF THE for Helton United Methodist Charge Vacation Bible School. Hay ride and visits PHOENIX (PG-13)MO* to local farms, games, cookout and music. Pastor Jim Thompson and the congre­ gations invite everyone to attend! TRANSFORMERS (PG-13) M0* (950100)410 720 (1000110)420 730 1040 LICENSE TO WED (PG-13) M0 (1135 150)430 706 1000 Monday 1030 (1130 200)435 710 955 RATAT0U1LLE (G) MO (1010120) UVE FREE OR DIE HARO (PG-13)MQ 410 700 1020 EVAN ALMIGHTY (PG) MO OCEAN'S 13 (PG-13) MO (1140 205)435 715 950 (1020 130)425 725 1010 nu 2 p.m.: Hike into History. Come up on the mountain to the picnic area and learn about the history of Mt. Jefferson. We will dig into the past as we hike the mountain's ridgeline. Wear sturdy shoes. EGAL CINEMAS H ' SEOAl ENtC*TAINME«r 0 « CJ'J P COEMir www REGnwwes.com Keep your record spotless and KEEP YOUR MONEY pocketed. 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REGENCY PROPERTIES fysidential Land and Commercial Sales 204 Exist Main Street 'West Jefferson, 9\[C 336-246-2307 ToU'Jree: 1-866-246-2307 �FRIDAY, JULY 13, 2007 The Ashe County Middle School football teams will begin their pre-season workouts starting Monday at 5:30 p.m. and lasting till 7 p.m. at ACMS. Both teams are asked to come and it is for rising 7th and 8th graders. Workouts will be held every Monday and Thursday. 11-12 All-Stars advance in tourney by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor Following the tragic loss to Morganton in the 11-12 year old All-Stars division, the only Ashe County baseball team remaining in action con­ tinue their progress through the District 7 Tournament this past Monday and Tues­ day with victories over Wilkes American and Sherrills Ford. On Monday afternoon, Ashe hosted their first game in the lower bracket when Wilkes American made the trip up the mountain for the game. Ashe was able to take advan­ tage of a streak in the third inning to claim the 3-0 victory to advance another round in the tournament. On Tuesday, Ashe was paired with Sher­ rills Ford and endured a long two-hour journey to face their opponent. Ashe once again was able to seal a victory with the final score on the score­ board displaying Ashe with the 11-2 victory. In the first game of the week, there was still a dark haze hanging over the Ashe team following a tough loss on Saturday evening, but Ashe shook off the bad feeling and stunned the visiting (but home team during the game) Wilkes American squad. The contest opened up with Ashe appearing to place Wilkes in a deficit early in the game, but Wilkes denied Ashe's scoring attempt in the first inning following Ashe having runners on second and third with only one out. Wil­ kes' pitcher stepped up and struck out the following two batters for Ashe to leave two runners in scoring position for Ashe and kept the game still scoreless. Wilkes was unable to even get any runners on base in the first inning as An­ drew Lopp, Ashe's pitcher, re­ tired three batters on strikes after only throwing thirteen pitches the entire inning. After being shut down in the first inning, Wilkes' de­ fense returned the favor to Post photo by Michael Graybeal The Ashe County 11-12 year old team was the final baseball team competing in the District 7 Little League Tournament. Ashe in the second inning by sitting the first three batters down, two by strike out and then caught one runner steal­ ing at second base to keep the game deadlocked. However, Ashe was finished messing around and in the third in­ ning, Ashe's offense came to life. Andrew Lopp led off the inning with a double, and Sam Gammons followed up with a single to advance Lopp to third base. Cameron Guy­ ton drew a walk off of the Wil­ kes' pitcher to load the bases for Dylan Lewis. Lewis stood his ground in the batter's box and "took one for the team" as the Wilkes' pitcher hit Lewis with a pitch to allow the first run of the game to be scored without the ball even being in play. Due to the situation, Wilkes continued to suffer with a frustrated pitcher and Christopher Cole earned an­ other run for Ashe by work­ ing the opposing pitcher to a full count and then watched a ball four to allow Ashe to score another run on a bases loaded walk to increase the score to 2-0 with only one out against Ashe. The following batter struck out, but Ashe scored another run thanks to a walk by Grayson Gilley to increase Ashe's lead to 3-0 at the end of the third inning. Following the three-run inning by Ashe, the game re­ turned to a defensive battle and Ashe maintained the lead due to an impressive performance by Andrew Lopp Adult Softball returns to action Post photos by Michael Graybeal Top; Justin Lewis of Liddle's Plumbing gets ready for a hit while Jamie Burchet of A.FJ Ashe County Builders looks on. Bottom: Jamie Roten hits a homerun for A.FV Ashe County Builders. Post photo by Michael Graybeal Dylan Lewis takes a free trip to first after being hit by a pitch In the third inning on Monday to allow Andrew Lopp to score the first run of the game against the Wilkes American team. on the mound and the rest of on Tuesday evening. the team by allowing Wilkes Ashe gained momentum to only have three batters from the elimination of Wil­ reach base in the final three kes American on Monday innings of the game. One evening and on their trip to batter reached base with a Sherrills Ford, eliminated two-out single in the fourth another team from the tour­ inning, but was left on first nament with the 11-2 victory when Ashe got the following over their opponents. Ashe batter out to end the inning. was designated as the visiting In the fifth inning, another team and struck in the first two-out single by a Wilkes' inning when Sam Gammons batter was wasted effort got the first hit of the game when Lopp struck out the and stood on second with a following batter for the third double. Cameron Guyton fol­ out, and a walk with two outs lowed with a single, which in the sixth inning was Wil­ scored Gammons from second kes' last batter to reach base for the first run of the game prior to the game being con­ and Ashe led 1-0. Dylan Lew­ cluded with a ground ball for is and Chris Cole followed up the third and final out of the with singles, but back-to-back inning and game. strikeouts by Sherrills Ford's Andrew Lopp was Ashe's pitcher forced Ashe to leave starting and only pitcher as three batters stranded on he recorded the win with nine base. In the bottom half of the strikeouts, only four hits, one walk, and zero runs. Lopp first inning, Sherrills Ford's benefited from a stout defense first batter hit a routine for Ashe that only committed ground ball for the first out one error the entire game. for Ashe, but the second bat­ At the plate, Sam Gammons ter was able to get on base. led Ashe with an impressive Ashe did not get frantic but three out of four performance calmly got the following bat­ with one run. The victory over ter out and then earned the Wilkes American set the stage third out of the inning by for Ashe to face Sherrills Ford catching the runner on base to end the first inning with Ashe winning 1-0. The second inning was more success for Ashe despite a leadoff strike out. Luke Barker initiated the offense with a one-out walk to bring Andrew Lopp to the plate. Lopp scored Barker from first with a double. Lopp would proceed to score thanks to a single by Cameron Guyton, who would be left on first base due to a strike out for the third out of the inning, but Ashe was able to increase their lead to 3-0 at the middle of the second inning. Cameron Guyton contin­ ued to punish Sherrills Ford as Ashe's pitcher. In the sec­ ond inning, Guyton allowed the first batter to reach base with a walk, but struck out the second batter and forced the third batter into a ground ball for the second out of the inning. The batter who reached base with a walk would turn out to be Sherrills Ford's third out of the inning and Ashe appeared to be in control of the game with a 30 lead heading into the third inning. Ashe hit a slump in the third inning and was forced to leave two runners on base after Chris Cole hit a lead off single and Jonathan Barlow drew a walk. Sherrills Ford had a promising situation as they were able to finally put runs on the board when their lead off batter drew a walk and was advanced to second due to an error by Ashe. Cam­ eron Guyton earned Ashe's first out of the inning with a three-pitch strike out of Sherrill Ford's following batter but then walked the next batter. Sherrill Ford then took ad­ vantage of an error by Ashe and scored two runs despite having a batter Btrike out and hit a ground ball for the third out of the inning and nar­ rowed Ashe's lead to 3-2. Ashe had difficulty recover­ ing from Sherrills Ford's tworun inning and was able to get their offense rolling in the fourth inning. The first two batters for Ashe hit ground balls for outs, but Cameron Guyton was then able to get on first with a single. Ashe's at bat was then ended with a ground ball by the following batter to leave one runner on base and Sherrills Ford still trailing by one run. Sherrill Ford once again was denied by Ashe's defense in the fourth inning as Ashe benefited from two strike­ outs by Cameron Guyton and another out was earned with a ground ball to Ashe's shortstop for a quick at bat for Sherrills Ford. Ashe had plans to capitalize on the mo­ mentum earned by their im­ pressive defense and opened up the top half of the fifth in­ ning looking to increase their 3-2 lead. In the top half of the fifth inning, Chris Cole led off with a walk and advanced to third off of a single by Zach Law­ rence. Ashe suffered by leav­ ing two runners on base with back-to-back full-count strike outs by the next two batters, and then a ground ball by the third batter resulted in the third out with two runners left on base. Sherrills Ford once again had opportunities to score in the bottom half of the fifth inning when the first batter reached base due to an Ashe error. The second batter ad­ vanced the runner to second when he was hit by a pitch that got out of control on the See All-Stars, page 2B Softball standings as of July 10 Softball scores from Tuesday, July 10 Brick Stone Rollin's Auto Rollin's Auto A.F./ Ashe Co. Builders A.F./ Ashe Co. Builders Mtn. Advantage 19 30 16 14 30 18 defeated defeated defeated defeated defeated defeated LPB Dr Pepper LPB App. Utilities Liddle's Plumbing UPM 2 20 1 4 4 11 Rollin's Auto Dr Pepper A.F./ Ashe County Builders Brickstone Pizza Appalachian Utilities Mountain Advantage UPM LPB Liddle's Plumbing Won 7 4 5 4 3 3 3 0 0 Lost 0 1 2 2 3 3 4 7 6 Games % 7 1.000 5 0.800 7 0.714 6 0.667 6 0.500 6 0.500 7 0.429 7 0.000 6 0.000 �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, JULY 13, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Sam Adams Golf Academy opens in Mountain City Mountain City,TN—Young golfers will now have a chance to learn from the pros as RedTail Mountain official­ ly opens the Sam Adams Golf Academy on July 4. Boone native Sam Adams, winner of the Quad Cities Open dur­ ing the 1973 PGA Tour, and Joshua McWhorter, a certi­ fied Class A PGA profession­ al and Division 1 college golf coach, will offer professional instruction for junior golfers, as well as adults. "We're excited about in­ troducing younger golfers to the sport, as well as helping adults," said Adams. This is not a 'formula school.' We tailor the instruction to the golfer, working with them at every skill level. Whether you are new to the game, or an accomplished player, we will help you improve your golfing skills." "Junior golfers can re­ ally benefit from the clinics at Red Tail Mountain," said Adams. "In addition to the professional instruction they receive, we have the option of videotaping them and then letting players watch them­ selves. That's very helpful in giving them feedback that will help them improve and correct any bad habits." The academy will focus on improving short-game and shot-making skills, as well as scoring strategies and golf etiquette. Group instruction and one-on-one instruction will be offered, in addition to the clinics. Reservations and more information is avail­ able by calling the RedTail Mountain Pro Shop at 423.727.7931. RedTail Mountain is a 720-acre private golf com­ munity boasting a par 72, 18-hole course designed by Dan Maples. The newlyrenovated course is open to the public and features 400 feet of elevation change and remarkable mountain vistas. Golf memberships are avail­ able. Members and guests will soon enjoy a private lake house, boathouse and day docks at Watauga Lake. There are also numerous na­ ture trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding. Resi­ r Directed by ACHS Football Staff July 23-26 on ACHS practice fields Rising 3rd- 8th Graders Cost $15 Camp runs 9 a.m. till noon each day Goal: Teach fundamentals of football Each camper needs cleats and sneakers each day dential opportunities include custom family home sites, town homes and cottages. RedTail is conveniently lo­ cated 20 minutes northwest of Boone in Mountain City, TN. For more information, visit www.redtailmountain. com or call 877.488.4646. RedTail Mountain is the vision of a seasoned develop­ ment team with a long-run­ ning connection to Moun­ tain City. The talented team has collaborated on more than 140 successful mas­ ter-planned communities and development projects throughout the Southeast and US including Wild Her­ on in Lake Powell, FL and St Mario Golf Club in Atlanta, GA. Please send registration to: Bill Strong Ashe County High School P.O. Box 450 West Jefferson, NC 28694 Registration Form Player's Name: Age: School: Parents' Name: Address: The victory over Sherrills with their eight runs and in­ creased the score to Ashe 11- Ford allowed Ashe to ad­ vanced to the final six teams Sherrills Ford 2. Ashe also switched pitch­ in the tournament and set ers in the sixth inning and the brackets for Ashe hosting Sam Gammons was brought Watauga American Wednes­ into close for Ashe. Gammons day afternoon at 6 p.m. Ashe was able to end the game was unfortunate and lost a tough game with the final quickly as he forced the first two batters into pop flys with score of Watauga American 6only three pitches. The third Ashe County 1. Details were out of the inning was claimed unavailable at press time. with a strike out to conclude Please read the Tuesday, July the game with Ashe winning 17 edition of the Jefferson Post for the article. big, 11-2 over Sherrills Ford. Donald Edwards joins UNCC basketball staff Charlotte, NC - Charlotte 49ers women's basketball coach Karen Aston an­ nounced the hiring of for­ mer team manager Donald Edwards as the Director of Basketball Operations. "With the completion of my coaching staff, I was able to look within the program to fill the Director of Op­ erations," Aston said. "I am pleased to fill this position with Donald Edwards. He has been involved in Char­ lotte basketball in many ar­ eas for several years and I can't say enough about his passion for the game and our program. He is hungry to do whatever is neces­ sary and L was impressed with his willingness to be involved in any area when I arrived on campus. Don­ ald is familiar with the sur­ roundings and our current players, and will be able to aide in the transition for everyone in a very positive light. You can tell when he walks in the door that he is ate from Charlotte with a degree in Communications with a concentration in Mass Media and a minor in America Studies later this summer. Edwards as the direc­ tor of operations will be re­ sponsible for team travel, coordinating the duties of the managers and working camps as well as various other duties that help 49ers women's basketball pro­ all about the 49ers!" Edwards has been associ­ ated with the 49ers women's basketball program for the past three years. The last two years, he traveled with the team as the head man­ ager. He spent the 2004-05 season as a practice player for the women's team. The Lenoir, North Caro­ lina native is the son of Don and Ann Bare Edwards, who are natives to Ashe County and graduated from Hibriten High School in Lenior, NC. Edwards will gradu- Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest Winner gram run smoothly. "I am very grateful to be working with such a great teacher and coach in Karen Aston," Edwards said. "The staff here at Charlotte is wonderful and I am very thankful for the opportunity they have given me to start my career here. The sky is the limit here at Charlotte and I am excited about con­ tinuing to be a part of this great program." Allergies: Conditions Physicians should know: Release I hereby authorize any medical treatment that may be advised by a doctor. I understand that by participating in this camp, my child may sustain an injury. Player's name: Parent Signature: Date: L Interested in Karate?? Have you ever wondered what the martial arts are really about? Maybe thought it was just a bunch of screaming and hollering without substance? Come in and experi­ ence what the martial arts is really about- building strength of character, integrity, honor, respect, health, fitness, self discipline and self defense. Shotokan Karate of Ashe meets ev­ ery Thursday night at the old Heilig Meyers Building- Upstares on the 4 lane between the towns. Basics (beginners): 6:35 pm - 7:00 pm Regular Class: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm 977-1455 for information IT'S TIME TO STOCK YOUR POND! Channel Catfish, Hybrid Blucgill, Coppcmose Bluegill, Largcmouth Bass, Redear, Fathead Minnows, Koi and Triploid Grass Carp. Delivery will be: 7/26/07 Parsons Farm & Supply West Jefferson 2:30-3:15 p.m. FISHWAGON Toll Free 1-8(K)-643-8439 www.fishwagon.com 2 phones for only PIUSl a *25 BP Gas Card tram Tarheel Oil, Inc. FREE! 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Grade: Home Phone: Work Phone: T-Shirt Size (Adult): Medical Information: All-Stars continued from fiage IB lieving pitcher. In the top half inside corner of the plate to of the sixth inning, Ashe was give Sherrills Ford runners able to score eight runs to se­ on first and second with no cure the victory. Ashe benefit­ outs. Ashe's defense then ed from five hits, with a single stepped up and got the fol­ and a triple coming from An­ lowing three batters out with drew Lopp. Sam Gammons ground balls to Jeave both added a double, Chris Cole runners on base for Sherrills and Zach Lawrence each had Ford and advanced the game a single, and Matthew Hamil­ to the sixth inning. ton, Cullen Ashley, and Luke In the sixth inning, Sher­ Barker each drew walks off rills Ford decided to switch of the opposing pitcher. Ashe out their starting pitcher and was able to extend the score Ashe hopped all over their re­ out of Sherrills Ford's reach Husky Football Camp Carolina West ^-Wireless. We've Got You Covered/• www.carolinawest.com �PAGE 3B FRIDAY, JULY 13, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Declare your independence from clutter today by Maria Cilley (FlyLady) Special to the Post In the United States of America we celebrate the anniversary of our Indepen­ dence Day each 4th of July. The other night a young new reporter said that this was the day we won the war for independence. I thought Robert and I were going to the bondage of CHAOS! Your Independence Day was the day you decided to join us in our quest for Peace! Every day we have a choice! We can get up and do our routines or we can allow CHAOS to con­ tinue to reign in our lives! Every day is a new day! We can jump in right where we are and take the babysteps of our daily habits to celebrate the victory of each day! Now I am in tears. My sweet darling told me a little proverb. For the want of a nail a horseshoe was lost. For the want of a horseshoe, a horse was lost. For the want of a horse, a horseman was lost. For the want of a horse­ man the battle was lost and thus the country was lost. I looked it up and it is a nursery rhyme and it was also quoted by Benjamin COMMERCIAL APPRECIATION DAYS Franklin. How appropriate that we come full circle in our thoughts. Since Ben also signed the Declaration of In­ dependence. "For the want of a nail, the shoe was lost; for the want of a shoe the horse was lost; and for the want of a horse the rider was lost, being overtak­ en and slain by the enemy, all for the want of care about a horseshoe nail." Benjamin Franklin So you see even the sim­ plest of habits can make a difference in the way your day progresses. Every habit is a nail to hold your routines together to form the founda­ tion for peace in your life! You can do this! You have to start someplace! Go shine your sink! That can be your Declaration of Indepen­ dence! For more help getting rid of your CHAOS; check out her website and join her free mentoring group at www. FlyLady.net or her book, Sink Reflections published by Ban­ tam and her New York Times Best Selling book, Body Clut­ ter published by Fireside. Copyright 2007 Maria Cilley Used by permission in this publication. 3 DAYS ONLY! JULY 18-20 FREE COFFEE & D0NUTS FREE LUNCH FRIDAY (OPEN - 10AM] (11AM - 1:30PM) See store for details. ® SPECIAL scream our heads off at the TV. We just looked at each other in shock. We were taught in school that July 4th 1776 was the day the 13 colonies declared their independence from Great Britain. The Boston Tea Party was in December 1773; this was the beginning of our quest for this indepen­ dence. The battles raged on various fronts all across the 13 Free and Independent States until late 1782. I woke up this morning to this essay brewing in my head. We all have our own independence days. We don't just wake up one morning and we are free of the stress that is holding us in bondage. We have to declare at least to ourselves that we don't want to live this way another day and set out on our journey to find the peace that we so deserve. In our perfectionism we just want it to wave our magic wand and have our houses in order, but that is not the real world. We have to go through the struggles to feel the value in what we are doing. This is why it is so important for us to be a part of the independence process! We have to be the one taking charge of our homes. Let's face it; if someone came in and got rid of all of our clutter we would still be living in CHAOS within just a few days! This is because we had not established the simple habits to keep the clutter from coming back. It takes time and practice to establish these simple habits and string them into routines. The smallest habits help us to win this battle on a daily basis! Just last night I was talk­ ing to Eric Dodge. He was telling me how much hav­ ing a before bed routine had changed his life. 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LLC. 070792 001/070792/030 �PAGE 4B FRIDAY, JULY 13, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Crabbg Cresswei A day at the beach is a great time for families and friends to enjoy the beautiful summer weather. There are many things that you can do at the beach: swimming, playing in the sand, volleyball % and other sports, and looking at wildlife. KMkXtel There are some beaches where people can ride horses up and down the coast or Did you know that SPF stands for Sun drive their vehicles directly onto the sand. There are even many different color Protection Factor? The higher the SPF, the beaches; there are pure white sandy beaches, black sand beaches, yellow sand more protection from the sun you will get. beaches, and even red sand beaches. Many sports and activities can be fun on the Sunscreens are tested in laboratories and water; jet skis, sailboats, speed boats, skiing, and parasailing are just a few of the assigned an SPF before they are sold. An fun things that are available to people who are looking to have a good time near or SPF of ten will give most people 2 hours of on the water. protection from the sun. The most important thing to remember when you are at the beach is safety. You 1 should always remember, for any activity at the beach, to wear sunscreen. Make L~k JtflfcftsI sure that you have a high enough spf to protect against the sun and make sure Circle the that it's waterproof. Reapply it as often as needed. You should also wear sunglasses beach bag that that will protect your eyes from the sun. Another important safety measure is to drink plenty of water, in order to prevent dehydration and heat stroke. If you are swimming is not the same. in the water, always remember to swim with a buddy! This ensures that if something happens to you in the water, there is someone there to get help. It might be best to look for a beach that has a lifeguard on duty. Pay attention to the flag warning system at most beaches; they will let you know if it's safe to get in the water. Always remember to listen to any rules that the adults you are with give you. This will keep you safe while you have a great time. Have a great day at the beach! Solve the puzzle using the clues below. Si Bemhg ftford Scorch feford Unscramble Find the words hidden in the puzzle below. T U G Y P F P Y F A K B D G 3 K I I U Z S E Q Q F G V M B G P R P Y H B V M H P R M W L T M K P X X W O T V M X G V V V H E Z V H S S U T X T L F T X T U V Z F J R E D N G 1 0M Y M O K S I W R E \ N H C Q B X E S G L M D L Z I Q B M S F A K A C R M B A I X O P B N H C R J G R E E N J T Y G W M J A E S C H T T D Q Y L Y Z S A N D D 0 D Y J L J C I U D R S Q B M Y Y Q I S R X J P Q G L W M 0 R T G D C E L B A S S P N G L A S S N T A T K F X U P A R A S A L 1 H O S O Z A C S K C N B S B A R C S H A S D N A Y F D Y L J E I F G N F N N Q E Z E X K T B M N P F S D L Y N E T S K Y V M K W Q M O N B L W B L U Hidden Mwds: Beaches Buddy System Crabs Fish Jet Ski Life Guard Life Jacket Ocean Parasailing Picnics D B B E A C H E Sailboat Sand Dollars Sandcastles Speed Boat Sun Sunglasses Sunscreen Towel Umbrella Volleyball U C T M Q E Q I Y E V B F H T I V E P N F I Q T H I I B z:suv Unscramble the letters below to find the missing words. N F V L L A B to 1. ©lwte 2. HEBCSAE l&pep ajn g saiiseopues > pjen6ajn '€ 1. Red animal that lives on the beach. saqoeag z 3. You can look for these on the beach. |9mqi •i :suv 7. Use one of these to dry off with. Across Clues: 3. RL4>FGADEi _ 4. STALCEDNAS 5. KE4YLICEJUF w ^ — JMCII TIM® 8 Wear these to protect your eyes Below are 7 beach activity scenes. Put an X through the onesjhat are not safe. 9- Always take a to the beach. 10. These can keep the sun off you. G O U V Huwn Clues: N Q O Z Y R 0 Z H A G0 J S K Q Q K K N 1. Going to the beach without a buddy. 2. Applying protective sunscreen regulary. 2. This is an inflated beach toy. 3 Wear this to protect your skin." 4. Make sure one of these is on duty. 5. Fun beach sport with ball and net. 6. Pay attention to this warning system. 8. Use this to dig in the sand. 3. Building sandcastles with your parents. p io a s * i z r dn i i s aQ-tt-S a 3 ft x 8 18 JNXNIDM OOMKNA •A a000 l i l t A no r d 2 11 A HA Z3 Z AA 0 Xn A 1 0 AA X X 0 d X N 1 1M ' IJ H a'i'o a a IVM*!t n a d Hi t r H A da d r o d oo M 3 ZSFT. I I A A 1 A d d SWP rl,8ii s a d 0 3 H f i 91 r 2 0 Q 0 8 X X J A D M I A Z X O O A O A O A d d d A O n i a H Z S V I S . # uo s.x aq pinoqs ajaqj. :suy 5. Swimming with a life guard on duty. 4. Jumping off of rocky cliffs. 6. Wearing a life jacket on a jet ski A Special Thank Yw TU AH Uvr SpansersI We Build Your Home The Way You Want It « S221E5 www.classichomeshc.coml Intersection of US 221 A NC 163 *1620 NC163-E 200 Hospital Ave. Jefferson, NC • 336-246-7101 REGENCY PROPERTIES Residential, Land & Commercial Sales IkQMotorsISP 0 Tun Location 6966 NC Hwy 88 W Glendale Sprinna, N.C. • 336-982-3060 WANT TO BUY STANDING TIMBER 423-727-5113 Sears 246-7131 203 East 1st Street • West Jefferson, NC Comment Kubok Boone Kubota. Inc Ronnie Hopkins Call 846-9241 C5MCZ cz> Auto Express Minor Repeirs Tire Seles Kwik Lube, Inc. Mountain View TV Center 607-C South Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-246-HDTV (4388) West Jcffcrsoil Ofdsmobile PONT1AC www.mackbrowninc.com Hwv. 421 South, Boone. NC »828-264-9051 ERMIMflTINQ Sifety Kleen Environmental Service * 828/ M. S'V TERMITE & PEST CONTROL 262-3700 336-246-7151 739 US Hwy 221 Bus ,West Jefferson 336-246-9969 Mon - Sat • 8:30AM Bring the beauty of natural stone - 5:30PM TOW |to your home f a b r i c a t o r ! o f B o o n e , LLC 2348 Hwy 105 • Suite 4 • Heritage Court Boone, NC 28607 . 828-263-0180 • Fax; 828-2630182 246-4222 Boone, NC PJI Boone Grading Co., Inc. M tm ft Mm:on t ermi mm m mm* M ONki ten litMB. tanMb Mm. tarn tan* I mm • FfM MM • M |P M tad ar mil |Serving Ashe County Since 1950 • Wilkesboro. NC 28659 608 W. Main Street •Jefferson. NC • 246-5945 chevholst l-BUG * Member of the "We Cire Program" using 119 Old Brickyard Road MC Inspections ATT Service Hwy. 194 North 336-384-3477 * ('onlinenUl Prim* Shop * SKCIMTT CM CO. INC. 336-667-6111 Fax: 336-838-8085 C OUNTRY S TORE * Blow Therm Healed Down Drift Spray Booth » 24-HOUR BURNER SERVICE INSURANCE AGENCY 828-263-8464 • www.boonekubota.com Tuesday nights, kids eat free with an adult meal purchase Mon-Sat 8am-9pm • Sun 12:30pm-6pm H&W Oil Company Owner/Manager • David Miller Hwy 221 Jefferson, NC 246-3360 DEEItFIELI) IIEALTIH'AItE CENTER 1346 DeirflaM M. • BOOM, NC • 828-284-3056 336-385-6900 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap, NC Search for a vehicle 1608 Hwy 221 North»Jefferson, NC»336-846-7191 HELTON CREEK 88 W Your Fill Service Oil Company Hwy 16 k 163 Intersection M0UNTA1N CITY Jfcl LUMBER COMPANY Wff © 9475 NC Hwy 336-384-152^ Weekly Specialties 336-246- 336-246-2611 Ethan says, "Come go for a ride!" Mountain Aire Seafood & Steakhouse PO Box 91^ West Jefferson, NC "Where the Best Costs Less" ivivzv.ashcmemorial.org Commmial 19 South Third St. PO Box 609 • 204 E Main Si Wesl Jefferson, NC 28694 336-246-2307 • Toll Free 1-866-246-2307 •frill# iMMi WlDVBB Vannoy & Sons Construction Co. PARKER TIE COMPANY Contact Robert Holman: Office - 828-963-4069 Cell • 828-773-6736 • Fax • 828-963-8610 Double (§) Boot Store Vfta Gone, Inwlaud Wcwi lull Wmicm Bom> tor Men. Women A Children T-drnit A Wewn1 Won for the Whole I amil Opaa IW-da, Kuurday Vam • 5pm Dia Hlufptll - O»no» Hwy HI W Ahamari Wol IcITonoo • 5M-24«-4.M.> 1750 OIH.VI IO ADA' I The Little Dealer With The BIG Heart! I N o r m a n Cheek's We're Open Late! 11380 Mourrt Jefferson Road • Wesl Jefferson Pick-up Window Open Until 1AM 246 2594 mrna 141 Lyalls Lane. Jefferson. NC (Just off Ashe Park Road) Open Mon-Fri • 7am - 5pm 336-982-9821 TOYOTA OF BOONE www. toyotaof boone.com • (828)264-1491 or (800)559-1491 * 665 East King Street • Downtown Boone EMPIRE 2000 W. US Hwy 421 • Wilkesboro. NC (336) 667-2886 • 800-523-2745 www.cnipircdodgc.com Highland 's Union Bank 108 S. Jefferson Ave.* West Jefferson. NC 336-246-5222 601 ^ e r i 0 f l hftm, Vest Jefferson,NC Chevrolet 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy.net Loan Office • home • business • auto • personal • construction West Jefferson. NC • 336.846.1044 Ashe County Builders Supply "Complete Line of Building Supplies" 127 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson 336-246-3367 rnv ima �JETEKSON PQST FRIDAY, JULY 13, 2007 PAGE 5B LIGHTERSIDE Super Crossword ACROSS 1 2 7 •1 6 4 3 5 Resident 6 Diplomacy 7 Aussie walker 8 Feel awful 9 Nutritional abbr. 10 Clerical vestment 11 Went on 12 Prong 13 Singer Chris 14 Weather factor 15 Abusive pageant winner? 16 Sacred cows 17 Shoe size 19 Collars a crook 24 Where goats gambol 25 See 122 Across 31 Marmaduke has two 32 Positive 33 Hesitater's sounds 34 Little one 35 Baseball's Martinez 36 Chang's sib 37 Explosive mixture 38 Expand 39 Neat _ 40 Shore sight 42 Bach's "Bist du bei " 44 Neighbor of pageant start winner? 54 Shade of 97 French green pointillist 55 Spigot 99 Lose one's 56 The _ tail? Brothers 100 Cooking fat 57 Trudae 101 Play 59 Teacn on ground? the side 60 He gave us 102 Congenital 104 Coalition a lift 107 "Oh, woe!" 62 Homeric 108 Scored, to character Sampras 63 Pound 109 Impartial piece 64 Chic, in the 110 Exec's deg. 113 Ditka and '60s Douglas 65 Bean's 115 Deceptive brother pageant 67 Noncon­ winner? formist 120 "Die Flederpageant maus" maid winner9 121 PA hours 70 Come u 122 With 74 Liotta o 25 Down, 127 Across aquarium 75 Start fishing fish 76 Accounting 123 Expiated abbr. 124 Thick 78 " Lang 125 Crosses Syne" (out) 79 Aromatic 126 Casanova's spice cry? 82 Rocker • Townshend 127 "Unlawful ('92 83 Unwelcome film) visit? 85 TV's "My DOWN Sister " 1 Window 86 Wet blanket part 87 Stead 2 Director 89 Sweetly, to Kazan Solti 3 Desire 90 Dallas coll. 4 Slalom 91 Slangy sib curve 92 Inarticulate 1 Tiffany treasure 6 Zoom 10 Likely 13 Send the money 18 Novelist Lurie 20 In the thick of 21 Med. test 22 Leave out 23 Injudicious pageant winner? 26 Williams of "Happy Days" 27 Crank's comment 28 Facilitate a felony 29" homo" 30 Tropical spot 31 Literary lioness 32 Couch kin 35 Mobile homes? 37 Leading man? 40 One of twelve 41 Musical key 43 Argumenta­ tive pageant winner? 48 "The Raven" monogram 51 Cookbook phrase 52 Pan-fry 53 Dynamic 18 II 5 9 0 7 20 11 28 27 37 43 • 51 55 60 61 44 •74 J1• 3b 41 • | • • • /O 6^ 67 76 77 75 • •97 poi •- 107 •• 114 113 120 124 94 • 1 125 6 9 3 1 3 1 9 4 5 2 9 8 Find at least six differences in details between panels 8 1 9 7 8 2 4 6 9 Place a number in the empty boxes in such a way that each row across, each column down and each small 9-box square contains all ot the numbers from one to nine. 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Come On In While The selection is Great! „ /1 /2 \ 73 ALL NEW 2007 Toyota INCLUDING HYBRID MODELS 100 99 104 10b 106 110 111 112 M09 100 121 5 7 9b 95 •102 103 115 9 9U 8^ • 98 7 50 ST| 83 93 6 8 4 7 64 68 92 1 3 5 5 36 87 91 2 4 30 S9 58 88 86 6 17 49 by Linda Thistle 42 63 62 16 b4 82 81 80 57 15 •48 • 53 56 89 Teen title 92 Toby, for one 93 Rips to shreds 94 Slangy suffix 95 Squirrel's snack 96 RN's specialty 98 Art supporters? 101 Playground feature 103 Homes on high 104 Candy quantity 105 Ohio city 106 Declaim 107 "Diary of_ Housewife" ('70 film) 108 NYSE rival 109 Baptism site 110 Make money 111 Transvaal resident 112 He's Devine 114 Diocese 116 Hostelry 117 Society column word 118 Crafty critter 119 Heavy weight 26 47 52 far better 14 13 T •22 • 46 45 66 65 79 34 40 39 38 33 32 Mex 45 That is 46 Sonny & Cher song, eg 47 Mother Judd 49 Commotion 50 Part of MPH 54 Biblical region 57 Oater extras 58 Departed 59 Hen's hubby 61 Remove varnish 63 HS exam 64 Florentine family name 66 Holm of "Brazil" 68 Freeze 69 Actor Power 71 Zhivago's country 72 Star quality 73 Halley or Hillary 77 Soft mineral 79 LP replace­ ments 80 Psychic Geller 81 Inaccurate pageant winner? 82 DDT. for instance 84 Narcs' org. 87 Italian bread? 88 "It _ far, 21 29 31 BY HENRY BOLTINOFF Weekly SUD0KU 11 25 24 23 • 10 PAGEANTRY • 1 119 116 117 118 122 126 Amber Waves | 1• Choose From The Great Financing Offers or Get A Distributor Rebate Now! 123 |12/ bv Dave T. 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Visa or Master Card) Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 e-mail: classified O jeffersonpost.com Web www.jeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANK YOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER S NOTICE: All real estate advertising In this newspaper is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes It illegal to advertise any preferences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex. handicap, financial status or national, origin Includes children un der the age of 16 living with parents or legal custodians pregnant women A people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly I accept any advertising for legal estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are here by informed thai all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1 800-669-9771 The toll-telephone number for the hearing impaired Is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 100-General Services STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem. NC Phone: 336-768-1177 Res. 336-468-8802 Bill Shugart Understanding your medical bills: Bring all unpaid Medical and In­ surance statements for a one-on-one discus­ sion. Leam how to bet­ ter understand and or­ ganize the paperwork. Appointment required. Call: 336-982-3178 or 336-877-0092 140-Help Wanted Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! KDKING FOR A RE­ ADING JOB? RHA alth Services has sitions available on I and 2nd shifts rking with develop»ntalfy disabled ults Full-time and rt-time positions are ulable in Ashe and itauga counties, jh school diploma or •D and valid driver's »nse required. For ire information, ase call 828-262J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 Classifieds Work' Call us at 846-7164 140-Help Wanted ASHE SERVICES FOR AGING. INC. IS PRES­ ENTLY RECRUITING CERTIFIED NURSE AIDES. Will assist cli­ ent with personal care needs and light house­ keeping. Work requires judgement, a pleasant attitude and initiative as well as tact and diplo­ macy in dealing with clients and families. NEW PAY SCALE FULL TIME. PART TIME AND FLEX TIME POSITIONS AVAILA­ BLE Program offers benefits package including 11 paid holidays, health insurance and attend­ ance bonus. IF YOU ARE INTRESTED IN APPLY­ ING FOR THESE PO­ SITIONS. PLEASE CONTACT LINDA AUTRY AT ASHE SERV­ ICES FOR AGING. INC. (336A)246-2461 OR THE EMPLOY­ MENT SECURITY COMMISSION (336)982-4212. Lawson Support Services. LLC has a full time position open for a qualified professional wiht a four year degree and experience in MH. DD. and/or SA Salary DOE. Please fax resume to: 336-372-6087, come by with resume and fill out an application or call 336-372-6083 150-Jobs Wanted Deerfield Ridge is con­ tinuing to growl We are looking to hire a Handy Man/Mainte­ nance Supervisor. FT & PT. Benefits availa­ ble. Send Resume or apply in person: 287 Bamboo Rd. Boone. NC 28607 fax 828264-0338. 235-Christmas Trees Fraser Fir Christmas Trees. 250 5'-6', 400 6'-7\ 75 7'-8' Buy now. assume maintenance. $9000. 336-982-7673 260-Garage/Yard Sales "Mom of Triplets" Having HUGE Yard Sale! Saturday, July 14th 8 am - 2 pm 'New Items Added This Month! Boys & Girls clothing 24 m • 4t: shoes. Halloween costumes, dining booster seet. Fisher Price outdoor swings, baby bottle drainers, extra tall walk-thru gates; children's relclners. Disney pop-up tens in Princess & Cars, stuffed animals and many more baby items... Also - Home Decor, Christmas decorations, women's clothing size 4-6, shoes size 6 Medium size pet carrier - Brand New! From West Jefferson take Buck Mtn Rd. Brick house at the corner of Beaver Creek School Rd. just before Friendly Grove Baptist Church MULTITKMTLY EMPLOYEE YARD SALE Health Department Parking Lot Saturday, July 14 Rain Date: Sat. July 28 8 am until ? LOTS of Items!11 Multi-Family Yard Sale Saturday 7-14-07 8 am -1 pm Variety of Items In­ cluding wood cook stove, Civil War relnactment Items, chil­ dren's clothing & toys, and Much Much Morel!! 240 Gum Branch Rd Jefferson YARD SALE 250-Furniture Table & 4 Chairs - Oak - For sale. Call 384-1062 260-Garage/Yard Sales 'Lots of baby Hems1 Baby clothes, little clothes, teenage girl clothes, name brand 7 a.m. - Noon Friday & Saturday Hwy 16 S. past Zalooes Canoes going towards Wilkes HUGE HOME- Friday & Saturday 8 am Weather Permitting Assorted items In­ cluding clothing, odds & ends, several sizes of clothes. Location: 801 Greensboro Rd. at the home of Nor­ ma Lewis YARD SALE Saturday, July 14 (weather permitting) 7 a.m. SCHOOL BOOK & YARD SALE Jefferson Post parking lot July 14th Household items, jewelry, exercise equipment, clothing, CDs, video cassett movies, computer printer, miscellaneous Books for all ages, Sonllght & Usborne readers. Abeka Math, Telescope, clothing, household Items, and much more. Location: In front of Fleetwood Antiques Hwy 221 In Fleet­ wood MCNEILL GARAGE/YARD SALE 237 Valley Dr. Jefferson, NC Friday, July 20th & Saturday, July 21st —PORCH SALE— FROM A LATE COLLECTORS ESTATE Saturday, July 14, 8 a.m. • 1 p.m. Signed artwork and Wedgwood. Goebel, Hummel, antique stemware, Occupied Japan. Mikasa dlnnerware. Omar Bradley autograph. Dealers welcome. 1499 Lakeside Drive Take 163 south to Nettleknob, follow signs. YARD SALE Saturday, July 14 7am until 12 noon First Time! 514 Burnt Hill Rd. Laurel Springs From Sheets Bridge take Hwy 88 East 7.4 miles and turn left on Burnt Hill Rd. .3 mile on the Right. Antiques, glassware, furniture, jewelry, old tools, craft supplies, clothing, misc. household items. ' Rain Date: July 21 Yard Sale July 13 and 14 Misses Name Brand Clothes/ Shoes, AI­ WA 3 Disk Player. Jewelry & Perfume, Beanie Babies. Sports Cards & Collectables & Much More! Location: 235 Rayfield Acres Drive 260-Garage/Yard Sales YARD ~5ALE 5 Advertise your yard sale in this space 1 time • 2 times WANTED: To Sell Your Old Appliances Employ THE JEFFERSON Post Classifieds 846-7164 Wilkes Community College History Instructor - Ashe Campus & ---$9.50 - $15.00 tbgie is a 1 -2 year old. male. German Shep­ herd mix. Yogie is a big goofy boy with a very big heart. Yogie has a lot of love to give - just give him a chance in your new home. For more infor­ mation. contact the Al­ leghany Animal Shelter at 336-372-8744 or email alleqhanyanimalsOvahoo com Copy and payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tuesday Edition Friday by 9 am Friday Edition Wednesday by 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION Zorro is a -1 year old rale. dachshund/shepherd nix Zorro was sur­ rendered because his Dwner could not keep up with his energy lev el He is a very happy ittle guy who loves to slay1 He'll need a fam ly with plenty of time lor playtime. For more information. contact the Alleghany Anima Shelter at 336-372H 8744 or email 300- Miscellaneous BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. For Sale: Mec600Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press. 20 GA $75 Call 336-877-0159 The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. 310-Musical GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb $1000.00 336-982-8543 336-877-2330 Grands - Consoles new & rebuilt - We lease, buy, move, tune, refinish & rebuild pianos Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 370-Cars/Vans for Sale For Sale: 1999 KIA Sportage. 4 door, Low Mileage, Excellent Condition, 4-wheel drive, $5400.00Call 982-9655 330-Pets Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota. 4x4, extra cab. V-8. CD. AC. Cruise Great truck. $13,500. Call For Sale: 1 year old 336-384-1047. very well built dog SHOPPING FOR A house, never used 4X4? Tan with Green shin­ Keep Checking the gles. For small or medi­ Classified Ads. um sized dog. Paid $100. sell for $40. 430-Rooms, Call 877-7845 FOUND on Blue Ridge Apts., Houses Parkway near Mile For Rent Post 268: Small Fe­ Applications are now male Terrier Mix. White being accepted for Body with Brown Housing for Spots. 973-0123 Senior Citizens Jack Russell puppies at Spruce Hills for sale. DOB 6/16/07. Apartments in reg., parents on site. West Jefferson. NC $300. taking deposits. 'One bedroom, Melissa 336-846-6698 unfurnished energy efficient apartments Lost Cat •Handicapped Reward accessible •Rent based on Lost on Shelter applicants income Baptist Church Rd. in Section 8 assistance Crumpler available White Male with blue eyes and NO tall 982-2105 977-0104 Lost: Orange and White Short Haired Cat In Fleetwood Area Name: Jostin If anyone has seen him, please call: (828) 265-9645. PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. For more information. Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our "for rent" sections. Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 House for Rent in Helton Area. For more info call: 384-1062 Little Classifieds... BIG RESULTS! DID YOU KNOW? Classifieds everyone Let our to in reach the county? Ads Classified work for youl Call us at 336-846-7164. \mmif CAN'T TOUCH THIS!!! For Rent: Spacious 3 Bed/2 Bath Double Wide 3 miles north of Jefferson Heat Pump/AC References and Security required restrictions apply 982-5451 977-3614 MOBILE HOME with Deck & Big Yard $400.00 month + Deposit 4 References Call 846-9736 490-Houses/ Apts. for Sale m 500-Moblle Homes for Sale 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. ATTENTION: ALL FU­ TURE HOME BUY­ ERS!! Just in 4 MONTHS Winter Will Be Upon Us. You Need To Buy Now So You Can Be In Your New Home Before Cold and Snowy Weather Sets In. Call For Appoint­ ment At 336-973-2335 Freedom Homes Ask For D S Prevette. Check Out the Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers LOOKING TO BUY YOUR FIRST HOME?? Great package for first time buyer land home packages!! 336-973-4462 NEW GOVERNMENT LOANS!! New 3-4 Bedroom land/home packages. Qualifying hot line 336-973-4462 WE GET ER DONE!! New land home doublewide and modulars Available now..., GOVERNMENT MAKES DOWN PAYMENT New Generation Homes 336-973-4462 530-Lots & Acreage Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it In the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. •H:r-1:J:i[»Vi1:iikti FOR HIRE Let me help you to create unique logos. brochures, business cards, booklets and camera ready ads. High-end quality a reasonable rates. No job too big or too small. For more information, please call Firefly Graphx at 336-982-5145 or email 336-973-4462 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Ex­ ecutor of the Estate of Alice M. Huckman. late of Ashe County. North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against said es­ tate to present them to the undersigned at 241 Smith Ridge Rd. West Jefferson. NC, 28694 on or before the 29th day of September, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All per­ sons mdebteed to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned This the 25th day of June. 2007. Ann Maine Smith Executor/Administrator for the Estate of Alice M. Huckman NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as coexecutors of the Estate of William Glenn Miller. Sr.. late of Ashe Coun­ ty, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at PO Box 390, West Jefferson, NC 28694 on or before the 13th day ot October, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 10th day of July. 2007. Karen Miller Chris Miller Barbara M. Thomas Co-Executors for the Estate of William Glenn Miller. Br. NOTICE OF SALE UNDER AND BY VIR­ TUE of an Order en­ tered in this matter by the Clerk of Superior Court of Ashe County. North Caorlina, on April 16. 2007, as modified on April 20. 2007, and again modified on June 5. 2007. the under­ signed court-appointed Commissioner will offer for sale to the highest bidder for cash at: Front Door of the Ashe County Courthouse 150 Government Circle Jefferson. North Caroli­ na 11:00 o'clock a.m. July 30. 2007 the follwoing tract or parcel of land lying and being in Ashe County, North Carolina, and said centerline two courses: 1) thence North 07 degrees 34 mintues 24 seconds West 57.03 feet to a point. 2) thence North 14 degrees 55 minutes 55 seconds West 139.21 feet to the BE­ GINNING; contianing 31.023 acres as calcu­ lated by coordinate ge­ ometry from field data gathered by Thomas Herman Company, PLLC, P.O. Box 519. Jefferson. North Caroli­ na 28640-0519. 336846-3352. P.L.S. L2633, dated September 30. 2004, Job No. 040902. Being the Samuel Mill­ er property as descri­ bed in Deed Book U1. Page 328. bounded by the lands of, formerly of. or in possession of the following: on the north by Deward Lee (312-1093). on the east by Beryl Jaynes (14596). on the south by Carl Miller (S4-410) and Mable Hart (306715), on the west by N.C.S.R. #1364. on the northwest by Paul Ste­ vens (05-499) and Ed­ ward Lee (312-1093); being more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING on a point in the centerlme of N.C.S.R. #1364, said point being the north­ western corner of the Miller property; thence with the northwestern line of the Miller prop­ erty and the Stevens and Lee line two cours­ es: 1) thence North 38 degrees 54 minutes 55 seconds East, passing over a 1/2 inch rebar set at 55.53 feet, for a total distance of 286.83 feet to a 1/2 inch rebar set. said rebar being South 79 degrees 21 minutes 19 seconds East. 13.43 feet from a 3/8 inch rebar found. 2) thence North 38 de­ grees 33 minutes 52 seconds East 734.41 feet to a black oak, said oak being South 87 degrees 39 minutes 08 seconds West 1.97 feet from a 3/8 inch re­ bar found as a refer­ ence point; thence with the northern line of the Miller property and the Lee line eight courses: 1) thence South 84 de­ grees 15 mintues 38 seconds East 257.79 feet to a 3/8 inch rebar found. 2) thence South 70 degrees 23 minutes 57 seconds East 186.54 feet to a 3/8 inch rebar found, 3) thence South 50 de­ grees 47 minutes 04 seconds East 58.54 feet to a 3/8 inch rebar found, 4) thence South 03 degrees 26 minutes 47 seconds East 78.16 feet to a 3/8 ich rebar found. 5) thence South 53 degrees 04 minutes 35 seconds East 222.87 feet to a 3/4 inch pipe found, 6) thence South 55 de­ grees 15 minutes 09 seconds East 191.56 feet to a 3/8 Inch rebar found 7) thence South 71 degrees 31 minutes 29 seconds East 361.09 feet to a 3/8 inch rebar found; thence with the eastern line of the Miller prop­ erty and the Jaynes line South 12 degrees 16 minutes 13 seconds West 475.00 feet to a marked white oak, said oak being North 70 de­ grees 53 minutes 07 seconds East 3.62 feet from a 1/2 inch rebar set; thence with the southern line of the Miller property and the C. Miller and Hart line four courses: 1) thence North 89 degrees 42 minutes 22 seconds West 595.30 feet to a hickory, said hickory being South 70 de­ grees 49 minutes 28 seconds East 1.34 feet from a 1/2 inch rebar set. 2)thence North 87 degrees 47 minutes 06 seconds West 496.65 feet to a 1/2 inch rebar set. 3) thence North 87 degrees 01 mintues 03 seconds West 417.28 feet to a 1/2 inch rebar set. 4) thence North 89 degrees 02 minutes 06 seconds West, passing over a 1/2 inch rebar set at 362.05 feet, for a total distance of 376.39 feet to a point in the centerline of N.C.S.R. #1364; thence with This sale is subject to any unpaid taxes, prior liens and deed of trust, rights-of-way or ease­ ments. if any. and such other encumbrances and other matters as may appear of record; and will be in all partic­ ulars be govened by the provisions Of N.C.G.S. 1-339.1. et. seq. The highest bidder will be required to make a deposit of ten (10%) percent of the first $1,000,000 and five (5%) of all amounts over the first $1,000.00, as a good faith deposit on said bid. Anny successful bidder shall be required to tender the full bal­ ance purchase price so bid in cash or certified check at the time the Commissioner thender a Commissioner's Deed for the property Should the successful bidder fail to pay the full balance purchase price so bid at the time, the bidder shall remain liable on the bid as pro­ vided by statute. This the 25th day of June. 2007. D.Dale Howard. Com­ missioner NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of Ford Avery Roark. late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims agianst said estate to present them to the undersigned at 1487 W. Staggs Creek Rd., Warrensville, N.C., 28693 on or before the 13 day of November. 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indbeted to the estate will please make immediate payment ot the undersigned. This the 6th day of July, 2007. Norma Roark Executrix for the Estate of Ford Avery Roark NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Ex­ ecutor of the Estate of Wanda King Thomp­ son. late of Ashe Coun­ ty, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 841 Moore Road. Lansing. NC. 28643 on or before the 29th day of September. 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This the 29th day of June. 2007. David J. Thompson Executor/Administrator for the Estate of Wanda King Thompson Breathe... Don't Burn! Smoke from outdoor burning pollutes the air and is unhealthy to breathe. • Garbage, paper and cardboard •Tires and other rubber products •Building materials, including lumber •Wire, plastics and synthetic materials •Asphalt shingles and heavy oils •Paints, household and agricultural chemicals •Buildings and other structures •Anything when air quality forecast is Code Orange or Red LEARN TO DRIVE ALLIANCE TRACTOR -TRAILER TRAINING CENTERS • FULL & PART-TIME • CLASSES • CDL TRAINING • • FINANCING • AVAILABLE • JOB PLACEMENT • For air quality forecasts, call 1 (888) 784-6224 or visit www.ncairorg. Leaves, branches and other yard trimmings can be burned, if no public pickup is available and you follow DAQ guidelines. Open burning to clear vegetation from land or rights-of-way may be allowed, provided, provided that: •Prevailing winds are away from built up areas and roads •Fires are at least 1,000 feet away from occupied buildings •Burning is done on the site of origin, between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. Burn permits Issued by the N C. Division of Forest Resources or other agents do not excuse a person from following air quality rules. For more information, contact: LAND/HOME No CREDIT!!! Visit our website Free 3 wooden 32 inch outside doors with win­ dows. Taken off of an old house Call 3843194. 1195-Legals more fully described as follows: ITS ILLEGAL TO BURN: DOUBLEWIDES, 1ST TIME HOME BUYERS QUICK APPROVAL 1130-Remodeling 1195-Legals Classifieds make "Cents' "Cents make Dollars" NEW MODELS - Math Instructor - Ashe Campus For more information www.wilkcsec.ctJu Jefferson Office Space across from post office, upstairs $450 per mo. plus utilities. Call Annie O 846-1657. Scenic Mountain Home 1790 Sq Ft, 3 BR/2 BA. Refurbished Interior. .78 acre, beautifully landscaped. $210,000 FSBO 336-846-3382 919-943-8080 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap Organ Wurlitzer Upright- Professional Digital Music System Triple Keyboard like new Original $8000.00 Model D72 "Spinet" w/matching bench Our Commercial Buildings for rent. West Jefferson. 3500 sq ft. all or 1/2. Lansing -1100 sq ft Call for details. 561-750-7512 1115Professionals 460-Mobiie Homes for Rent 290-Horses & Livestock go KITS Are available at the Jefferson Post for purchase Each kit includes. 6 Signs 60 Price Stickers 6 Directional Arrows Marking Pen Inventory & Tip Sheet. For only $5.95 each 440-Offlces, Bldgs., For Rent/Lease or Sale 330-Pets wwwncair.org Wytheville, Virginia 1-800-334-1203 www.alllancetractortrailer.com 1 (877) OPEN BURN 1 (877) 673-6287 Winston-Saiem Regional Office Division of Air Quality 585 Waughtown Street Winston-Salem, NC 27107 (336) 771-5000 (This >4 paid for by • violator of the open burning law.) �FRIDAY, JULY 13, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7B Classifieds 1195-Legals NOTICE ITORS TO CRED- Remember Having qualified as CoExecutor of the Estate of Mabel B. Phillips, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 1274 Rock Quarry Rd, Fleetwood, NC, 28628 on or before the 6th day of October, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. to wish that Special Sofneone a Happy Birthday! C.. A R (!) I- I N O R 'I* H rsj A I - 8 0 0- V I S I T N C Want to Sell That Property with no Commission Fees? Do you have a home, trailer or land that you want to sell? Would you hold a note for 5-7 years? Contact us. We are looking for that property that you want to sell. Multiple units and rental property as well. We are NOT realtors but individuals looking to invest. 977-1455 This the 29th day of June. 2007. Gregory D. Phillips Executor/Administrator for the Estate of Mabel B. Phillips Shop The Classifieds. Make it special for them by placing a birthday ad in the Jefferson Post Uiscoverr the stuff? yow' rer in. WWW.VISITNC.COM. fauaa*jm. • Come by our office located at differently... Great, teachers do things > } 203 S Second Ave. Nominate outstanding teachers tor the Presidential Awards for Excellence In Msthsmsck, A Science Teaching - the nation's highest honor tor machamatlcs and sclanca taachars. awarded by tha Whlta House West Jefferson, NC or call 336-846-7164 for assistance. 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Where Quality is a Tradition Iiiwmi"I Authorized Technicians On Board 30 Plus Tears Experience ^Mountain Field Excavating & Hauling 336-877-5010 Mooting all your ^ Graphic Design naads. No Job too big or too small! Herb Mckittrick Cell: 336-977-1455 336-384-9192 W7-"—I y~ •SANITATION SERVICE .\Wos Sanitation Sen,; ^\\\* • William & Amy Phillips ' It's Finally Here! J l S\ We are now A Private Trash Service accepting new U for Ashe County! accounts Garbage Service includes: Weekly or Biweekly Pickup Residential, Light Commercial and Small Business Accepted Contact us at: 828-394-4944 or 828-292-3211 Toll Free: 877-217-9866 • 8am - 6pm » �PAGE 8B FRIDAY, JULY 13, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS New River visitor center opens by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor It was a special day June 29 when people came from all around the state to help celebrate the grand opening of a new headquarters for New River State Park. A rib­ bon cutting and dedication program was held at the new facility at the park's U.S. 221 Access about eight miles north of Jefferson. Park Superintendent Mike Lambert said the facility will be the primary contact point for visitors and become a catalyst for enhancing en­ vironmental education for children as well as a priority destination for school field trips. He said the dedication also included a new eight ta­ ble picnic shelter and 20 site campground for both tents and recreational vehicles as well as a new maintenance facility. It can be traced back to 2004 and the completion of two ranger residencies fol­ lowed by a groundbreaking for the visitor's center in May 2005. Lambert introduced San­ dy Davidson, chairman of the New River State Park Advisory Committee and the first executive director for the park. Davidson ran the park out of the trunk of his car, Lambert said, where there wasn't a park office, and has been associated with the park since its inception. Davidson said he remem­ bered the first visitor's cen­ ter in the park, which was "a small trailer with a leak­ ing roof and a john of uncer­ tain moods," located at the Wagoner Road Access. He described the first headquar­ ters as "an upscale bear's den" and praised the modern new headquarters with its visitor-friendly features and attractive design. Davidson noted that when former superintendent Jay Wild came on board he nur­ tured the vision of this facil­ ity first written in 1977 and updated in 1993. "This build­ ing was on those original management plans, so we've been looking at this for many years," he said. "In the words of some long ago ad copy, we've come a long way, baby. I hope everyone will come in and see this building. If not, shame on you." Ashe County Director of Economic Development Dr. Pat Mitchell told the crowd about the connection be­ tween the state park and the county's economic develop­ ment efforts. The state park, she said, is vital to the coun­ ty's economy because people come here for the quality of life as much as anything, and that is probably most impor­ tant for economic develop­ ment. Tourism is almost to­ tally dependent on quality of life, she said, and visitors to the county and New Riv­ er State Park will see that here. Mitchell said that in her interactions with others, she hears most about quality of life as attractive to busi­ ness and industry. As for the $6.6 million investment in this 195-acre development project for Ashe and Allegh­ any counties, Mitchell asked how you could put a price on watching a young child experience nature, or offer access to walking trails for people of all ages, or teach an appreciation for the natural environment. Lewis Ledford, director of the North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation, said he will soon have a report on the economic impact of the state parks. He said New Riv­ er State Park has had a great impact on shaping the use of Post photo by Linda Burchette Visitors look at some of the exhibits in the new center. ting, folks streamed into the new visitor's center to see the exhibits and enjoy refreshments. The wonder­ fully attractive and informa­ tive exhibits include: Early Warning System, Exploring Threats: Finding Solutions, American Indians in the New River Valley, European Settlers, Early Culture, His­ torical Land Use, an interac­ tive story of the dam issue and lighted display of the potential flooding that would have occurred along with an original song to help in the fight, Moravian Explorers, watersheds, a video of canoe­ ing the New, and geological history. See examples of rate and unusual species along with animals that can be seen in the park. For more information on the New River State Park, go to the web site of http:// ils. unc.edu/parkproject/visity neri/home.html, email new. river@ncmail.net, or call 982-2587. the river and tourism. It was during his last year at Appa­ lachian State University in 1976 that he saw the impact of the river on this commu­ nity when the group battling to save the river from a dam won their fight, and then in 1998 the visit by President Bill Clinton and Vice-Presi­ dent A1 Gore to dedicate the New as the first American Heritage River. The dedica­ tion of the new visitor center and headquarters is a signifi­ cant step forward in the park development project, he said, recognizing the government officials present and thank­ ing them for their support. "We are successful," Led­ ford said, "because of the passion and commitment of today's staff as well as those who came before." He espe­ cially thanked Jay Wild, who could not be present, and presented his wife, Hollis Wild, with a special hiking stick. The New River contin­ Post photo by Linda Burchette ues to provide conservation, recreation and education to Karen Hall, left, and Susan Bashford founded SweeTea, an Ashe County T-shirt company in the business of preserving southern dialect through self expression. See their delightful the public, he added. Following the ribbon cut­ shirts at The Cabin Store and Mountain Outfitters in West Jefferson. "Beethox/eiA/s c^ot The Blw.es § Broadway's c^oiIA/ Baroque" Friday, July 20, 2007 Ashe Civic Center 7:30 p.m. Cket D ij and ITYE l)ty were honored at A*he County Park Saturday. June 23rd. celebrating hi* 84,h and her 90,k birthday. 1% would like to thank everyone that attended and for the monetary £ift*. They are joined with their children for a photo. From left: Lucy Mabe, Bobby Day . Faye, Chct. Buddy Bare & Betty Par*on*The party' wa* honted by their tranddaiigiterft. Cfcrlttie lloyle and Tere*a Binder. Adults: $10 Students: $5 riclzets art available at the Ashe Arts center in westjefferson or All seats reserved order by "phone (336) 8+6-ARTS This concert Is supported with a Touring/Presenting Program Series Grant from the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency, and is sponsored by the Ashe County Arts Council. A ASIE CMiW Adopt n New Best Friend!! iiiANi Society 336-982-4297 These animals are available for adoption. lemale ausw mix around S mo old black female boxer around 2 \r old U in ale rot toiler, around 5 >r old and >pa\ed.at 1.00 shes a female blood bound SO IT1\ around }\r old Vsiu: ANIMAL CONTROL! 982-4060 This blue healer/collie mix was found at Ashe Park after being frightened during the fireworks. He is apx. \yr old and if not claimed, will be available for adoption. These sweet pups are chihuahua/feist mix but are not hyper as their breed would indicate. They would be excellent with children and will remain small dogs. JJTIVCMCI is d yuung duuu cat W1 just weaned her kittens. All ol the kittens are also available ar are just as beautiful and wellmannered as she is. Please giv one or more of the wonderful creatures a good home. Saturday Is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center Is located directly in front of the Armory on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West IcfTerson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumanc@skybest.com � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 56 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 16 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-07-13 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/cc7f6aed4529dca0f844d2b96ac91a64.pdf 4ed2b035b09d5334173500fb6ef1a3f4 PDF Text Text •11-12 All-Stars fall to Watauga Tuesday page 6 July 17, 2007 • Industrial League in action 500 page 6 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 • Football camp registration SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 wwwJeffersonpo8t.com Volume 82, Issue 57 PA9E 7 Future of wind project in doubt by Jim Thompson Editor 2007." Northwest made no ad­ ditional filings by this date. The future of a planned Because of that, Friends $60 million wind energy proj­ of Ashe County asks the ap­ ect in Creston is now in the plication be dismissed "for hands of Northwest Wind De­ its failure to comply with the velopers. Commission's Order and in­ On Friday, the N.C. Utili­ adequacies in the application ties Commission issued an and supporting document as order to Northwest to show acknowledged" at the Feb. 13 cause by July 25 why its ap­ hearing. "The application. is plication should not be dis­ incomplete and does not ad­ missed. dress the necessary prereq­ On July 9, Friends of Ashe uisites for the Commission to County, a group opposed to the enter an order approving it," project, filed, through their the motion claims. attorneys, a motion to dismiss Based on this, Friends of the application or to preclude Ashe County asked the Utili­ new evidence before the com­ ties Commission to dismiss mission by Northwest Wind the application or, as an al­ Developers. On Feb. 13, this ternative, prevent Northwest motion states, the Utilities from filing an amended ap­ Commission ordered North­ plication or additional direct west to "...file any amend­ expert testimony. ments or revisions to its ap­ After reviewing this mo­ plication and any additional tion, an order was issued by direct expert testimony and the presiding commissioner exhibits in support thereof on on Friday. This commission­ or before Wednesday, June 13, er was apparently William Ola Belle festival to raffle Henderson guitar Thomas Culpepper III, who presided at the February hearing. "After careful consid­ eration," the Friday order states, "the Presiding Com­ missioner finds good cause to require Northwest to show cause why FAC's Motion to Dismiss should not be grant­ ed given Northwest's failure to amend its application or to file supporting expert tes­ timony within the additional time previously requested and granted by the Commis­ sion." In addition, the order-gives the Public Staff of the Utili­ ties Commission and other intervenors until July 27 to file additional expert testi­ mony and exhibits. If the application is dis­ missed, it would cancel a planned August commission meeting, where the impact of the Ridge Law on wind tur­ bines was to be considered. Town aldermen act on dangerous intersection by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Motorists will soon have safer travel at the intersec­ tion of U.S. 221 Bypass and Mt. Jefferson Road in West Jefferson. The town's board of ~ aldermen voted 3 to 2 Thurs­ day evening approving a res­ olution allowing the N.C. De­ partment of Transportation to redesign the intersection prohibiting motorists from turning left out of the inter­ section or traveling straight across the bypass. Aldermen Bob McCoy and Calvin Green opposed the decision, saying this design would create hardship for motorists and a traffic light would be a better alterna­ tive. Discussion on this inter­ section has been' ongoing for years as the aldermen searched for ways to improve safety. The DOT reports 41 accidents including one fa­ tality took place at that in­ tersection between Novem­ ber 2000 and October 2005. There have been others since that time period. Dean Ledbetter, P.E. Divi­ sion II Traffic Engineer, with DOT appeared at last week's aldermen meeting to request approval of the resolution. He said he received a letter from the former town man­ ager in March 2006 with the town board's blessing on the proposed redesign. He was scheduled to appear in Feb­ ruary with plans but had to cancel the visit due to bad weather. In June, the board was rethinking its January 2007 vote to approve the project and asked him to be on the agenda for further dis­ cussion. Ledbetter'said DOT engi­ neers developed the design of a.concrete type barrier allow­ ing motorists traveling north on U.S. 221 Bypass to turn left onto Mt. Jefferson Road with the existing turn lane, but prohibiting a left turn exit from either side of the intersection. Motorists on the four-lane side wishing to con­ tinue on Mt. Jefferson Road could turn right onto the bypass and then left at the connecting road beside Ashe Work on Lansing trail planned Mark your calendars for Saturday, July 21 and plan to meet at the Lansing Town Park to help clean up the banks along the side of the trail. The Lansing Town Park Creeper Trail Committee is soliciting volunteers to come and help clean up the bank on the side of the 1/3 mile trail, in preparation for paving, from 8 a.m. until noon. The Lansing Fire Department will have their famous chick­ en barbecue available in the Lansing Town Park and all volunteers will receive a free meal. Middle and high school students needing volunteer hours will be able to use this event to gather hours. Please bring weedeaters with blades, gloves, chain saws, rakes and good shoes without open toes. For more information, call Madeline Crawford at 3843280 or the Town of Lansing office at 384-3938. The Nutrition, Physical Ac­ tivity and Tobacco Committee of the Ashe County Healthy Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jefrersonpo8t.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com See Intersection, page 5 Scots gather Photo by Jim Thompson Thousands of Scots gathered in the Linville area this week­ end for the 52nd Annual Grandfather Mountain Highland Games. Among the favorite activities are the athletic events, Including the dramatic "turning" of the caber. This athlete was on his way to a successful "turn" of the wooden pole. Wayne Henderson of Rug­ by, Va., is a noted guitar build­ er with national recognition. He is also regarded as a topnotch musician and has his own festival at Grayson High­ lands State Park in his native Virginia. He has built guitars for several well-known musi­ cians including Doc Watson, Eric Clapton, and blues gui­ tarist John Cephas. He is the recipient of a 1995 National Heritage Award presented by the National Endowment of the Arts. Through the generosity of Wayne Henderson, one of the greatest instrument mak­ ers alive, the Ola Belle Reed Homecoming Festival is raf­ fling a Henderson D 18 guitar to raise funds for the festival. Tickets will be $1 per chance or 6 chances for $5. If you would like to purchase raf­ fle tickets on the website in $5 multiples, you may do so through Paypal. The drawing will be held at the festival on Sunday, Aug. 19 at 6 p.m. You need not be present to win. More information can be obtained at the following web site address: http7/www. waynehenderson.orgAVayne/ AboutWayne.htm. The Second Annual Ola Belle Reed Homecoming Fes­ tival will be held Aug. 17-19 at the American Legion Me­ morial Ball Field and old Lansing School in Lansing. The festival is an opportunity to celebrate the life and mu­ sic of this remarkable woman in the locale where her life's journey began, the small community of Lansing in the mountains of North Carolina. Tim O'Brien will be head­ lining the list of performers for 2007.Tim, one of the spear­ heads of contemporary bluegrass, won two 2006 IBMA awards - Male Vocalist of the Year and Song of the Year for "Look Down That Lonesome See Guitar, page 5 Carolinians received a Health and Wellness Trust Fund "Fit Community Grant" to provide funding for the paving of the walking trail in the Lansing Town Park. The "Fit Commu­ nity Grant" award is recogni­ tion of the need to increase routine physical activity and/or healthy eating among residents of the community by building the capacity of strong local partnerships such as the Greater Lansing Area Development Commit­ tee. Active Living by Design a national program, housed at the UNC School of Public Health, funded by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation to promote and support active living environments, is pro­ viding technical assistance for the program. Photo courtesy of Nancy Kautz This is a portion of the trail In Lansing Town Park. The community is planning a clean-up and work day In the park on Saturday, July 21. Home schooling lackoff planned Interested in home schooling? Ashe Schools of Home Education will hold a Welcome/Kick-Off with Science Fair, annual elections, sign up for classes and book sale on Saturday, Aug. 11. Bring a drink and covered dish to share. The meeting will be held 4-7 p.m. at the Ashe Baptist Campground. Take U.S. 221 South near the Fleetwood Center turn onto Paul Goodman Road and follow signs to the campground. Please bring used home school books and supplies for sale. Come and learn more about home schooling. For more information, contact Steven Clark, presi­ dent, at turkeydoc@tekybest.com, call 877-2516, or write to P.O. Box 164, Jefferson, NC 28640. Quilt Fair coming in September The Ashe County Piecemakere Quilt Guild will be holding its 5th Annual Quilt Fair at Jefferson Statioh Sept. 21 and 22. This year, in addition to the ex­ panded vendor mart, boutique, and quilt appraiser Neva Hart, the Guild would like to honor quilters in the community who are age 75 or older. The show designers would like to have quilted projects that have been made throughout the lifetime of the senior quilters. Each quilter would be allowed to enter two quilts, wall hangings, or quilted items. The honored quilters would have a special display area at the fair and each quilter would receive a rib­ bon for their work. A registration form needs to be filled out and re­ turned by Aug. 31. There is no fee for entering proj­ ects and quilters do not have to be guild members or member of any quilting group. If there are any questions or a need for more in­ formation, please call Brenda Cole at 336-246-3230. She will be happy to send out forms as needed or forms can be picked up at Ashe Services for Aging on Ray Taylor Road and A Quilted Cottage at Jefferson Station in West Jefferson. �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, JULY 17, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Dr. John Preston Lewis Benton, Arkansas Died July 8, 2007 Dr. John Preston Lewis of Benton, Arkansas, passed away on Sunday, July 8, 2007 at the age of 56. He was born in Jefferson, North Carolina. He attended Appalachian State University, and then served two years in the U.S. Army. John graduated from Kansas State University in 1975 and the Southern Bap­ tist Theological Seminary in 1978 with a Masters of Di­ vinity Degree. He graduated from Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary with a Doctor of Ministry Degree in 1993. John pastored the Lowell Baptist Church, Lowell, AR, from 1978 to 1983 and Ebenezer Baptist Church, Green­ brier, TN, from 1985 to 1993. He worked as a chaplain through Arkansas Baptist State Convention at the Alex­ ander Youth Services Center from 1985-1993. John served as a chaplain at the Central Arkansas VA Hospital since 1992. He was a wonderful Pal­ liative Care Chaplain, art­ ist, hunter, fly fisherman, husband, father, brother and friend. His art touched many lives and much of his artwork went to raise money for mis­ sion work in Peru and many other places. He was preceded in death by his parents, Hester and Faye Lewis, and his sister Walter Michael "Mike" Griffitts Marion, Virginia Died July JJ, 2007 Walter Michael "Mike" Griffitts, age 45 passed away Sunday, July 8, 2007 at the Smyth County Community Hospital in Marion. He was born in Ashe County, NC and was pre­ ceded in death by his father Reggie Martin Griffitts. He was a tobacco and Christmas tree farmer in Ashe County for several years. Survivors include: his wife, Alice Faye Hockett Griffitts; mother, Dorothy Marie Griffitts, Lansing, NC; a sister, Lisa Griffitts Ward and husband Jeff, Jefferson, NC; mother-in-law, Alice Isabelle Hockett, Chilhowie, Louise Lewis Howell. He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Diana Edmondson Lewis; a son, Caleb Lewis of Fort Worth, Texas; his broth­ er, Emmett Lewis of West Jef­ ferson, North Carolina; his sister, Delia Mae Stansberry of Frederick, Maryland; his sister, Georgia Shepherd of West Jefferson, North Caro­ lina; and many nieces and nephews. Visitation was held at First Baptist Church, in Ben­ ton, Selph Hall from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., Thursday, July 12, 2007. A service celebrating John's life was held at First Baptist Church, in Benton following the visitation at 7:00 p.m. in the Worship Center at the church. A memorial service in Ashe County North Carolina will be held at a later date. Burial was at Finley Creek Cemetery near Sage, Arkan­ sas at 11:30 a.m. Friday, July 13, 2007. In lieu of flowers, the fam­ ily requests memorials to be made to either of the follow­ ing: The Cajamarca, Peru Health Center, do The Mira­ cle Village International, Inc., P.O. Box 890, Melbourne, Ar­ kansas 72556 The John Preston Lewis Orphanage in Eldoret, Ke­ nya, do Cornerstone Bible Church, P.O. Box 1226, Con­ way, AR 72033 There was a special place of seating at the celebration of life service for those who worked with John at the V.A. Hospital. Serving as pallbearers were Stan Chester, Wade Tyler, Buddy Payton, Larry Gore, Olan King, Jim McDon­ ald, Paul Norris, and Elliott Dorris. Honorary pallbearers were Russell Bedwell, Joe Bishop, James Pollard, Dr. David Straub, Joe McElduff, Dub Crowson, Bobby Flory, and Paul Shepard. Services are under the di­ rection of Roller-Ballard Fu­ neral Home (501-315-4047) Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/ballard. Va.; sister-in-law and broth­ er-in-law, Ella and Billy Frazier, Chilhowie, Va.|I nieces and nephews, Whitney Mi­ chelle Ward, Corey Jeffrey Ward, and Mackenzie Paige Frazier; and his beloved dog, Dixie. Funeral services were held at 8 p.m. on Wednesday July 11, 2007 from the Bradley's Funeral Home Chapel in Marion. Rev. Lloyd Day and Dr. Jack Garland officiated. Interment was on Friday at 11 a.m. in Riverside Cem­ etery. The family received friends Wednesday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.bradleysfh.com. Bradley's Funeral Home, Marion is serving the Griffitts family. Christy Reavis Bobby R. Reavis of WinstonSalem, N.C.; two brothers, Brian Reavis of Low Gap, N.C. and Brent Reavis of Co­ lumbus, Indiana; her grand­ mother, Ruth Wooten Reavis of Winston-Salem, N.C.; and by many loving relatives and friends. A memorial service took place on 2 p.m. on Satur­ day, July 7, at Birth Baptist Church, Walnut Cove, N.C., with Rev. Brian Taylor offici­ ating. In lieu of flowers, memori­ als may be made to the ASPCA—Special Giving, 110 5th Avenue, 2nd Floor, New York, NY 10011. Austin & Barnes Funeral Home and Crematory is serv­ ing the Reavis Family. Dicie Davis Maxwell of Pulaski, Va.; two sisters, Katherine Hillilard of Pu­ laski, Va., Wanda Houston of Dublin, Va.; two special grandchildren, Lynn and Lee Lambert of Pulaski, Va.; a special step-grandson and wife, Eugene and Elizabeth Maxwell; 19 grandchildren, 47 great-grandchildren and six great-great-grandchil­ dren; numerous cousins, nieces and nephews also sur­ vive. Funeral services were con­ ducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 14 at the Grandview Memorial Chapel. Burial fol­ lowed in the Pleasant Hill Cemetery at Laurel Springs. The family received friends from noon until 2 p.m. Satur­ day at the funeral home. West Jefferson, N.C. October 20, 1965 July 3, 2007 Ms. Christy Reavis, age 41, of Vista Drive, West Jef­ ferson, N.C., and formerly of Walkertown, N.C., died Tues­ day, July 3. Born in Forsyth County on Oct. 20, 1965, she was the daughter of Wanda Cox Palmer of Walkertown and Bobby R. Reavis of Win­ ston-Salem, N.C. Christy was a beautiful person who gave all she had to help people and animals. She is survived by a pre­ cious daughter, Jenna Chris­ tine Barnes, age 7, and her father Michael of Jefferson, N.C.; her parents, Wanda Cox Palmer of Walkertown and Laurel Springs Died July 11,2007 Mrs. Dicie Davis Maxwell, age 75, of 147 Sweet Hollow Road, Laurel Springs, died Wednesday morning, July 11, 2007, at her home. She was preceded in death by her mother, Alma Slater Davis Poole, a daughter, Lil­ lian Evon Maxwell; and four sisters, Mary Stewart, Chris­ tine Calfee, Susan Baldwin and Cora Baker. She is survived by a son and spouse, Mack and Rosie Maxwell of New Castle, Del.; three daughters and two spouses, Sally and Lawson Moxley of Laurel Springs, Wilma and Don Strickland of Wilkesboro; Wanda Davis Ella Mae Miller Saultz Woodie Jefferson Died July 8, 2007 Mrs. Ella Mae Miller Saultz Woodie, age 86, of Jef­ ferson, died Sunday, July 8, 2007 at Margate Health & Rehab Center in Jefferson. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, July 11, 2007 at 7:30 pm at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Mace Johnson officiat­ ing. Graveside services were held on Thursday, July 12, 2007 at Ashelawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery. The family received friends from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, prior to the fu­ neral service. Mrs. Woodie lived most of her life in Ashe County. She lived 10 years in Ohio but Ashe County was HOME. The New River was always very special to her. She was preceded in death by her husband, A.J. Woodie; her parents Colvard and Isa­ bella Severt Miller; a grand­ son, Howard Dudley Hartzog, Jr.; two brothers, Avery Mill­ er and Henry Miller; a sister, Trish Cox and a nephew, Clavan Cox. She is survived by her daughter, Peggy Saultz Hartzog and husband, How­ ard Dudley, of The Villages, Florida; nine nephews, four of Roseville, Ohio and five of Jefferson and one niece, of West Jefferson. In lieu of flowers memo­ rials may be made to: High Country Health Care Hos­ pice, PO Box 421, Jefferson, NC 28640 or to Orion Baptist Church, P.O. Box 1345, Jef­ ferson, NC 28640. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Corena Goodman Baldwin Lansing August 8, 1941 July 8, 2007 Mrs. Corena Goodman Baldwin, age 65, of Lansing, died Sunday, July 8, 2007 at her daughter's residence. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, July 10,2007 at 2 p.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Law­ 3 T II F rence Goodman officiating. Burial followed in the Good­ man Family Cemetery. The family received friends from 1 to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, one hour prior to the funeral service. Mrs. Baldwin was born in Ashe County on Friday, August 8, 1941 to the late Joseph and Alma Kimberlin Goodman. She is survived by a daughter, Sherry Stuart and husband, Scott, of Lansing; a brother, Calvin Goodman, of Jefferson; a sister, Beulah Jones, of West Jefferson; two granddaughters, Christin Shaw and husband, Johnny, of Lansing and Charity Caudill and husband, Andy, of Jefferson; several nieces and nephews also survive. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. I L L U S T R A T E D B I B L E (§peak to the earth, and it will teach you. JOB 12:8 OiitucvUct, *fuoU i duimitted i Z:30 a.ac. t y 'Monday mor*U*ty to appear in *7ue-±dacf'«t iuiae. l e may i dropped <%(( at our office i TOext i y t t (U((en>ion>, (axed to 3 6 Z 6-7 f 65 3 - 4 or dent iy email to editorialjefTersonpost.com. © 2007 by King Features Syndicate, Inc. Work) rights reserved Learning how color affects our moods (MS)—Psychologists have suggested that color impres­ sion can account for 60 per­ cent of the acceptance or re­ jection of a product or service. Color is the first thing noticed and the last thing forgot­ ten. Similarly, the colors you choose to wear, or with which you decorate your home, can affect your mood. So choosing the right palette can be im­ portant. But choosing color for a home is often one of the more intimidating steps for begin­ ners. Largely it's not impor­ tant to follow trends - they will come and go. Rather, choose colors that reflect your likes and personality and blend these colors together into a scheme that works. When selecting colors, remember that each has a specific psychological value. A color can make a person feel everything from rage to tranquility. Therefore, using a high-energy color in a place that is meant for relaxation could have a negative affect. While different shades of color hues may evoke differ­ ent feelings in people and could be representative of different cultures around the world (white is used for wed­ dings in Western societies but for funerals among tradition­ al Chinese), in general these basic colors typically repre­ sent the following: Blue: Warm blues, such as periwinkle and turquoise have a calming effect when used as the room's main col­ ors. This makes them perfect for bathrooms and bedrooms. Very dark blues can cause feelings of sadness, while very light blues may come off as sterile or institutional. Dark­ er blues are also seen as the "authority" color. People may associate them with business or law enforcement. Blue is the No. 1 choice of corporate America. Red: Reds have been shown to raise blood pressure and heart rate. They stir up excitement and energy in a room. Red is popular for liv­ ing rooms and dining rooms when you want to encourage conversation. It could also be a good choice for an entryway if you want to make a bold first impression. However, red and pink tend to trig­ ger sharp emotions. Those who are alireaay edgy may get pushed over the edge in rooms of these colors. Yellow: An uplifting and happy color, yellow is good for kitchens and bathrooms, or small spaces that need a boost of sunshine. Yellow can feel expansive and welcom­ ing, but it should be used in moderation since this color is the most taxing on the eyes. In some people it can cause ir­ ritability. Choose pale shades of yellow rather than vivid yellows if you are making it a main focal point of a room. Green: Green is a color that is applicable for any room in the house. It is ^versatile and one of the most restful colors for the eye. It has a calming affect when used as a main component for decorating. Orange: Hues of orange elicit excitement and energy, similar to reds. They're great for exercise rooms or where a boost of energy is neededSome also believe they stimu­ late appetite, which is why many fast-food chains use orange as an accent color in their restaurants. Purple: Light purples, such as lavender, can be restful like blues, but run less risk of seeming cold or sterile. Dark­ er purples appear opulent and can provide depth as a secondary color. They are also mysterious and lend them­ selves well to creative spaces. HI078676 Women's Club plans fundraiser The last two card/game parties were such a huge success, the West Jefferson Woman's Club is planning a third event this year at the West Jefferson United Meth­ odist Church Hensley Hall on Friday, July 27 from 10:00 to 3:00. A boxed lunch will be provided by the new down­ town deli, T. Gray. Tickets, which include lunch, will be $20. This card and game party will be one of the ma­ jor fundraising efforts of the Woman's Club this year. The club voted at the last meet­ ing to focus funds again this year on the Sharing Center, the Ashe County Library and the Blue Ridge Parkway. The latter is the major fundrais­ ing focus of the state woman's club this coming year. The "Card and Game Gala" will be open to anyone who would like to come and bring friends to play any type of card or board game. The Woman's Club encourages those who are interested to come as a table, however if you do not have someone to play a game with, call the number below and the Club will try to match you up with some­ one or a group. There will be door prizes and refreshments will be served. Tickets can be obtained from Club members. You may also call Melinda Hamrick, coordinator of the fundraiser, at 219-0297. Be­ cause space is limited, tickets need to be purchased before the event. Hamrick noted, "This is a great way to help with some important commu­ nity projects and have a ter­ rific day of fun, and perhaps meet some new neighbors, at the same time." Coy, we would also really appreciate this being includ­ ed in the events calendar. Here's some proposed word­ ing: The West Jefferson Wom­ an's Club is having a Card and Game Gala fundraiser at the West Jefferson Unit­ ed Methodist Church's new Hensley Hall on Friday, July 27 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Tickets, which include a boxed lunch prepared by the new T. Gray deli, will be $20. The Woman's Club encourag­ es those who are interested to come as a table, but will try to match you up with someone if you would like. There will be door prizes and refreshments will be served. Tickets can be obtained from Club mem­ bers or you may call Melinda Hamrick, coordinator of the fundraiser, at 219-0297 for tickets or to be matched with someone. Because space is limited, tickets need to be purchased before the event. 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The plan would relieve counties of their Med­ icaid costs—more than an estimated $500 million this year—within a few years. The plan would also give many of the state's poorest workers an earned income tax credit that would relieve them of some of their tax costs. The plan now returns to the House, where I and my colleagues will con­ tinue to push for greater tax relief and more money for education. In other business, the House approved legislation this week that would bring more money for school con­ struction to most of the state's counties. We also passed bills that would better protect our children from sexual preda­ tors and keep them safer on their school buses. And the House signed off on landmark legislation to make mental health care more affordable for thousands of people in North Carolina. It's an impor­ tant step forward for health of students in each district. Half of the remaining 35 per­ cent will go to districts where the student population has grown in the past five years and the other half will go to districts in poor counties. The change would result in more money for 60 of the state's 100 counties, but many of the state's urban counties would lose money. The bill now goes to the Senate. Under this bill which I supported, Ashe would receive more money and Watauga would receive the same as under the cur­ Post file photo rent formula. Health Rep. Cullie Tarleton North Carolina is on the care in this state and one brink of taking a major step to many of our representatives improve care for people with have supported for years. mental illnesses. On Thurs­ Thank you for letting me day, the House concurred with share this information with changes made by a Senate you and please contact me committee to a bill (HB973) if I can be of any assistance. that requires that insurance Email me at culliet@ncleg. companies cover bipolar dis­ order, meyor depressive disor­ net. Education der, obsessive compulsive dis­ A change in the way lottery order, post-traumatic stress money is distributed could disorder, anorexia nervosa mean more money for school and bulimia and three other construction in more than mental illnesses the same way half the state's counties. Un­ that they treat physical ill­ der existing law, 40 percent nesses. All other metal health of the net lottery profits are conditions will be covered for set aside to help build schools. up to 30 inpatient/outpatient The current formula awards days and 30 office visits. Men­ a disproportionate amount tal health parity has been de­ to counties with property tax bated in the North Carolina rates higher than the state Legislature for 15 years and average. The bill (HB9) would if Gov. Mike Easley signs this send change the formula so bill, the state will join 36 oth­ that 65 percent of the alloca­ ers that already offer some tion was based on the number form of mental health par­ ity. I supported this bill. This fine if convicted. The bill will ers to register and vote on marks a major step forward now go to the governor to be the same day. The bill (HB91) for those who suffer from signed into law. It may be requires potential voters to mental illness. time to consider restricting bring proper identification Ethics cell phone use while driving and a completed voter regis­ The full House is prepared any vehicle. How do you feel tration form. Under the cur­ rent law voter registration to consider a bill that would about this? Cigarettes that burn out ends 25 days before an elec­ require candidates for elected office to disclose any felony safely when left unattended tion. Notes convictions they may have. would be required in North A new report from the en­ The committee on Election Carolina under a bill ap­ Law and Campaign Finance proved by the House this vironmental group Environ­ Reform amended the bill week. Similar legislation has mental Defense predicts that (SB1218) to clarify that felony been approved in more than new technologies to manage convictions don't permanently a dozen states and Canada, hog waste could generate disqualify a person from run­ according to the Coalition .7,000jobs and $10 billion over ning for public office. The Sen­ for Fire-Safe Cigarettes. The a 20-year period. The report group says cigarettes cause says that hog farmers should ate approved the bill in May. Public Safety up to 900 deaths a year. The replace lagoon systems with A bill, which I supported, bill (HB1785) now goes to the cleaner systems that create requires photo developers to Senate. This bill isn't anti- marketable byproducts such report the discovery of child smoking, but a safety bill and as compost. While I support pornography found while one that I enthusiastically our pork industry, I also sup­ port getting rid of lagoons and they were working is headed supported. finding a better way of dispos­ Family to Gov. Mike Easley for his Adult adoptees may have ing of hog waste. signature. The House voted Rep. David Almond re­ unanimously Wednesday to a better chance of contacting concur with changes made in their birth parents because of signed from the House on the Senate. The bill (H27) also a bill now headed to the Sen­ Thursday, saying it was in the requires computer technicians ate floor. The bill (HB 445) re­ best interests of his family af­ who find apparent images of ceived a favorable report this ter a personnel complaint had minors engaging in sexual week from a Senate judiciary been filed against him with activity to report the name committee. It would allow in­ the Speaker. Almond is from of the person who possesses termediaries such as licensed Stanly County and was in his the computer. This represents adoption agency staff, a child second term. Former Speaker Jim Black another step forward to crack placing agency, or county de­ partment of social services was sentenced this week for down on child predators. The Senate passed a House could arrange contact and/or crimes he previously admit­ bill this week that would the exchange of family health ted to. It was a sad day but re­ ban school bus drivers from information. The bill also al­ affirmed the fact that no one talking on cell phones while lows the sharing of identify­ is above the law. It's an honor for me to rep­ driving. This commonsense ing information if both par­ resent you in the North Caro­ safety legislation passed the ties consent. lina House. Please call on me Voting Senate unanimously. School The House ratified a bill any time I can be of service to bus drivers would face a mis­ demeanor and minimum $100 this week that will allow vot­ you. FOL hosts speaker Tracing the history of Southern foodtalk in cook­ books and in fiction will be the focus of Dr. Mary E. Gibson's presentation to the Friends of the Library at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 25. Dr. Gibson will discuss why Southerners are so ob­ sessed with eating together and why we find it even more important to remember and talk about the meals we've shared. Dr. Gibson is the director of women and gender studies and a professor of English at UNCG in Greensboro, North Carolina. She has served as a Humanities Scholar for the Touring Theater Ensemble of North Carolina. She has ed­ ited three books of short sto­ ries by women and has also Photo courtesy of FOL Dr. Mary E. Gibson authored books on Robert Browning and Ezra Pound. She received her Ph.D. in English Language and Lit­ erature from the University of Chicago. The public is invited to at­ tend this program which will be held downstairs at the li­ brary. Light refreshments will be provided. This presentation is made possible by a grant from the North Carolina Humanities Council. Their mission en­ ables people to come together and enjoy presentations and discussions that enrich their understanding of the human experience. Warrensville, Smethport ft Clifton United Methodist Churches Invite You To . . . THE OBSERVATION DECK Shoemaker exhibit to open The Ashe County Arts Council is pleased to spon­ sor a solo exhibition by local artist Stephen Shoemaker in the Gallery of the Ashe Arts Center. The exhibit titled "Pictures at an Exhibition" will feature new and original artwork with a wide variety of subject matter. The exhibit will begin on Wednesday, July 18 and run through August 25. An opening reception will be Thursday, July 19 from 5 to 7 pm. Shoemaker's work was re­ cently featured in Our State magazine and on UNC-TVs Our State program. His work is held in public and private collections throughout the Southeast. His work has been exhibited at the Mint Muse­ um in Charlotte as well as numerous other galleries in the region. While Shoemaker is well known for his love of trains and his renditions of the Vir­ ginia Creeper, his artwork de­ picts nature, human drama, history and childhood memo­ ries. His attention to detail is well known and his artwork is filled with emotion and re­ flects his interest in the small Breathe... Don't Burn! ordinary things in life that the viewer might overlook. The Arts Council invites everyone to the exhibit open­ ing reception to meet the artist, enjoy refreshments and be the first to view this extraordinary exhibit. For more information please call the Arts Council at 336-846ARTS. r* 'Shall I compare thee to a summer's day? Thou an more lovely and more temperate. WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE Auto Insurance Smoke from outdoor burning pollutes the air and is unhealthy to breathe. Give your kids a new altitude! Join us on our exciting hot air balloon adventure! IT'S ILLEGAL TO BURN: • Garbage, paper and cardboard •Tires and other rubber products •Building materials, including lumber •Wire, plastics and synthetic materials •Asphalt shingles and heavy oils •Paints, household and agricultural chemicals •Buildings and other structures •Anything when air quality forecast is Code Orange or Red For air quality forecasts, call 1 (888) 784-6224 or visit www.ncair.org. 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NC 28640 michael.lonon@nclbins.com sfbli.com* ncfbins.com FARM BUREAU iif North Carolina For more information call 384-3391 Soaring to New Heights with God �Public Opinion ''...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or'newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Good riddance to a bad speaker The sound of the cell door closing behind former N.C. House Speaker Jim Black will be a reassuring one for millions of average North Carolinians. The system worked— and that is good news. And the example of the fall of one of the state's most pow­ erful men, from speaker to prisoner, is unparalleled in North Carolina's history. The next elected official who decides to misuse his or her office for personal and/or political gain will have to consider the 63 months—plus an upcoming state sentence—that Black will serve. The tragic part of it all is that Black himself seems to be entirely unrepentent. He managed to stammer some carefully coached lines about regrets at his sentencing hearing, but he really does not seem to get it. In his mind, it would appear, he was just con­ ducting business as usual and the only thing he did wrong was get caught. Had he been found innocent by a jury, he would have prob­ ably been like the man who was acquitted of stealing a goat. Puzzled, he asked the judge what that meant. "That means you can go," his honor told him. "Oh," the man asked, "does that mean I get to keep the goat?" The sad truth is that Jim Black is just part of the larger picture of Raleigh cronyism and corruption. It all seemed natural to him because, for many in power there, these sort of things are business as usual. There is a long-stand­ ing need to clean house in Raleigh. The problems, however, are entrenched deeply in party organiza­ tions, bureaucracy and among elected officials. Amidst the mess, there are a few real heroes, and topping that list is this county's good friend Jim Long, the commissioner of Insurance. We also believe that the legislative districts of which our county is part have done a good job of sending people of integri­ ty to Raleigh. We believe that former Sens. Virginia Foxx and John Garwood, former Rep. Gene Wilson and our present represen­ tatives, Sen. Steve Goss and Rep. Cullie Tarleton, are worthy of representing our people. This is not a question of agreeing with every vote they have made; this is about doing their job impartially, professionally and in an honest manner. We hope the severe pun­ ishment Jim Black now faces will help further the needed reforms that will take power from the Raleigh-based elite and restore it to its rightful owner: the people of North Carolina. Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Production Manager/Webmaster Copy Editor Sports Editor Business Manager Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Linda Burchette Kelly Elliott Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Sandra Osborne Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Depression and suicide To the Editor: Did you happen to read Jim Thompson's Editorial comments in the July 10 is­ sue of the Jefferson Post? I did! He writes about losing a friend last week to suicide, a friend that will remain un­ named, unnamed out of re­ spect for the individual and for the suffering family. He felt it was such an unneces­ sary loss. I agree with him. I too lost a friend to suicide last week and she too will remain unnamed. I only knew her by her first name, but she was still a special friend. When frequenting a local business I could always count on her for a smile, a kind word, encour­ agement, and in leaving her presence I always, always felt better than I did but a few mo­ ments earlier. However, I did not know her pain, her suf­ fering, I never saw the prob­ lem but I wish I had. I would have been more open, I would have said more, I would have shared my pains, and I would have offered to help. I would have been willing to listen and maybe I could have made a difference. You see I have my own pains, pains from de­ pression, but I have learned to handle them, to defeat them when they try their best to overwhelm me, to take my medications as prescribed', to listen to the wisdom of my psychiatrist and most impor­ tantly to talk about depres­ sion with and to anyone and everyone I can. Some do not want to listen while others Letters to the Editor do. But I talk hoping to make a difference in someone's life. Being diagnosed with chronic clinical depression at age 55 was an eye opener for me. Yes it changed my life, it also helped me realize how blessed I truly was and how good the Lord had been to me. I knew I had a battle before me, but I had and still have this deter­ mination to win and I do. My friend did not win her battle. Others will face their battle... be willing to listen, be willing to help, don't judge. Make a difference. Help them win. I hope to. Walt Petersen West Jefferson This law must go! To the Editor: Congress passed a law just before they adjourned for the election last fall. S.3930 was passed by Congress to show that they were tough on ter­ rorism. Unfortunately, all they did was repeal the Bill of Rights. Now, just for the record, Senators Burr AND Dole both voted in favor of this! This law allows the fed­ eral government to: 1) Dis­ appear ANYONE, including American citizens like me and you. 2) They can detain us indefinitely without re­ course to legal defense 3) We can be TORTURED! 4) They can try us in court without due process! 5) They can punish us, also without due process. RALEIGH - The North By it­ Carolina General Assembly self, the seems poised to enact a new renew­ $300 million tax increase on a b l e North Carolinians this year, energy even though the tax burden standard has risen nearly every year will cost since 2001. N o r t h Let me hasten to add C a r o ­ that I'm not referring to the linians very real possibility that the at least House and Senate will choose John Hood $310 mil­ to feimpose a sales-tax hike lion, ac­ first enacted in 2001. That cording would cost North Carolinians to an analysis by the N.C. more than $200 million. But Utilities Commission. In eco­ it wouldn't be new. nomics terms, this is a new What would be new is the tax. Consumers will pay $310 passage of Senate Bill 3. It's million more for their energy an energy bill that would es­ costs than would otherwise tablish a Renewable Energy be true, and the cause is a and Energy Efficiency Portfo­ government action. lio Standard, or REPS. That's Unfortunately, the $310 the technical term for forcing million cost figure isn't the you to buy more-expensive end of it. The other part of the electric power and charging bill, on energy conservation, you even more if you don't has a host of complexities and run your household the way potential effects. You might they want. think if utilities give special The REPS would come to incentives to consumers to 12.5 percent. This standard purchase new appliances or is a combination of two goals: implement other conservation that utilities would derive 7.5 measures, and then recoup percent of their total power the cost of those incentives production from "renewable" by charging other consumers sources such as windmills more, that there would be no and solar panels, and that net cost to consumers, only a consumers would reduce to­ change in who pays what. But tal energy use by 5 percent it's not that easy to assess. through conservation mea­ Consumers already have an sures to be identified and sub­ incentive to conserve energy sidized under the law. - it's called a price per kilo­ watt hour. To assume that fu­ ture consumers will conserve only because of the provision of Senate Bill 3 is fallacious. Some would have conserved anyway, to save money for other uses, and if the bill passes they will simply be pocketing the proceeds of other consumers' surcharges. That's called a dead-weight loss, and is indeed another formation of state taxation of economic transactions. Moreover, it's far from clear that the specific conservation measures Senate Bill 3 would favor are the best-possible means of accomplishing its stated objectives (which are themselves of dubious value, I must observe). Changes in technology and other factors could make Option A, seem­ ingly sensible today, not at all Sensible a year or two or 10 from now. Again, because households and businesses already have a straightfor­ ward incentive to learn about and implement conservation techniques - because they pocket any price savings they realize - it's worthwhile to consider that there may be good reasons why they have yet to do so. Instead, Senate Bill 3 assumes that the gov­ ernment in Raleigh knows better how to operate busi­ nesses than their owners and managers do. Ditto for fami­ Contact your representatives Washington Raleigh Governor Mailroom Department Sen. Elizabeth Dole 555 Dirksen Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 (202) 224-6342 Gov. Michael F. Easley Office of the Governor 20301 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-0301 1-800-662-7952 Linda Da in, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Sen. Richard Burr 217 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, DC, NC 20510 Phone: (202) 224-3154 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. The real killer of the law . is the passage that denies us -• the right to challenge the le- • gality of our detention. Thatfmeans once they get you, you • are DOOMED! You cannot exercise ANY of your consti­ tutional rights, and you will never be heard from again. This cannot be allowed to ; stand. This law goes against r EVERYTHING we stand for. <. If we don't call or write our ' representatives about this '' immediately, any one of us " could lose EVERYTHING / in the blink of an eye. The truth must count. Innocence ! must matter. Without these f two things, we are nothing. r PLEASE contact Senators ,• Burr and Dole, as well as • Congresswoman Virginia • Foxx and tell them that this must be repealed. , Jeff Cannon West Jefferson Bill will cause high electricity rates Senate Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 PAGE 4 TUESDAY, JULY 17, 2007 House of Representatives Rep. Virginia Foxx 430 Cannon House Office Building Washington. DC 20515 phone: 202-225-2071 Senate Sen. Steve Goss 1118 Legislative Building, 16 W. Jones St. Raleigh, NC 27601-2808 Phone: (919)733-5742 House of Representatives Rep. Cullie Tarleton 2221 Legislative Building, 16 W. Jones St. Raleigh, NC 27601-1096 919-733-7727 lies and households. From ; such assumptions flow bad public policies. For those keeping score at home, here's the tally so far, • then: 1) North Carolina has;* worsened significantly in the . national tax-burden rankings , since 2001, and now ranks j first in the Southeast and , among the top half of states r nationwide in cost of government; 2) the General Assembly seems likely to reimpose . more than $200 million in , state sales taxes slated to dis- i appear this month; 3) there is a serious effort underfoot to ' raise the state's tax on auto- • mobile transactions; 4) there * remains a lot of pressure on * lawmakers to approve new taxing authority for local gov- » ernments, which would fur-:, ther boost the tax burden; and 5) many senators and at least ^ some representatives seem * poised to enact a new $300 ' million tax hike on North ' Carolina consumers, via their » electric bills, if not more. Really earning their keep in Raleigh, huh? John Hood is president of the John Locke Foundation ' and publisher of CarolinaJournal.com. 1 Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 5 TUESDAY, JULY 17, 2006 FROM THE FRONT Obituaries Computer winner gets tour of Greensboro station Tyler Reed, 8-year-old son of Rebecca Reed of West Jef­ ferson and a rising fourth grader at Westwood Elemen­ tary School, was one of the children who won a com­ puter this summer through a special reading program sponsored by Fox 8 Channel WGHP TV in Greensboro and Radio Station WMAG 99.5. "Once Tyler heard on Fox 8 that this summer's prize for their 'A Cleaner World Read to Win Summer Read­ ing Program' was a new com­ puter (15 to give away), he got to work on reading to try to have a good chance to win one," said his mother. "A Cleaner World Read to Win Summer Reading Pro­ gram" is designed as an in­ centive for children to read while they are out of school for the summer, according to Fox 8. For every book a child reads, he or she may enter for a chance to win a new computer. Fifteen comput­ ers will be given away dur­ ing the campaign. Last year, nearly 40,000 entries were received. "I contacted the TV sta­ tion via email to see if print­ ing off the entry forms from their web site would work and was told that it would, so I printed off several forms," Rebecca said. "The weekend of June 15-17 he worked on reading, and then late Mon­ day afternoon the 18th I sent off the forms to the station. Late Friday afternoon the 22nd we got a call from the sta­ tion that Tyler was Monday's (June 25) winner and that his name would be announced on Monday's Morning News with Brad Jones and Cindy Farmer, around 7:30, and of course we watched the news that morning before head- Lansing July 9, 1910 July 10, 2007 Mrs. Doris Mae Clark Greer, age 97, of Lansing, died Tuesday night, July 10, 2007 at Segraves Nursing Care Center. Funeral services were held Tickets for Doc and Rich­ ard Watson's concert Saturday, Aug. 11 at Cook Memorial Park in Todd are selling fast. At $10 each ($12 for credit-card sales), the tickets are a bargain. Only a limited number of tickets are available. The concert is a fundraiser for Todd Community Preser­ vation Organization's James 'Crow' Parsons Memorial Fund, started last year to support the resumption of the summer Sat­ urday afternoon concerts. The concert will begin at 3 p.m., featuring two opening groups: Backstreet, a fine local example of eclectic Americana music; and Southeast Express, a bluegrass-gospel group from Guil­ ford County. Food will be avail­ able. Attendees are advised to bring a chair, sunscreen, and an umbrella. Tickets are available at the following outlets: Todd Mercan­ tile, Todd General Store, and New River Adventures/RiverGirl Fishing Co. in Todd; Boone Area Chamber of Commerce and Old Boone Mercantile (Mast General Store) in Boone; and the Ashe Visitor Center and Bluemoon Guitars in West Jefferson. For more informa­ tion, call Todd Mercantile, 336877-5401. Doris Mae Clark Greer Photo courtesy of Rebecca Reed Rebecca Reed and her son, Tyler, of West Jefferson recently visited the Fox 8 news station in Greensboro where Tyler collected a computer he had won In a reading contest, and they got a tour of the broadcast area. ing out the door; plus all the names of the winners would be posted on their web site. "They went on to tell me that they would be sending us some paperwork to fill out to bring with us when we came to pick up his com­ puter. So, on Tuesday the 26lh we got the paperwork and the letter that came with the papers telling us to contact the station to set up an ap­ pointment. We decided on Tuesday, July 3, and they set us a time of 11 a.m. When I contacted the station to set up our appointment, I asked the lady I talked to if she could give us (mainly Tyler) a tour of the station, since touring a TV station was one of his Cub Scout's (Pack 214) requirements in his Webelos book, so not only did Tyler get a new computer, he (us) got a tour of the station and were able to meet one of the reporters from the station." Along with the new com­ puter that is won, each child gets three free passes to the Reading Program's Winners Party @ Wet 'N Wild Emer­ ald Pointe in Greensboro on Sunday, Aug. 5th, Rebecca said. "We have never been to Wet 'N Wild," she said," so Tyler is looking forward to it. When we went on the tour of the TV station, I got my dad to take a couple of photos of us in the news studio where the news is broadcast and we thought that was so cool. We had a blast." Intersection continued from front page Civic Center or the lighted intersection at Ashe County High School Road. Motorists exiting Mt. Jefferson Road from the two-lane side would have to turn right and travel north on the bypass to the lighted intersections in Jef­ ferson in order to return to West Jefferson. A study done in February 2002 showed an average of 58 vehicles a day turning left off Mt. Jefferson Road at the intersection or going across the intersection, Ledbetter said. Even if that number has doubled since then, that is a small number of motorists to inconvenience. A traffic light, on the other hand, would stop thousands of vehicles travel­ ing the bypass each day. Aldermen McCoy and Green said they didn't like the idea of motorists having to travel to Jefferson in or­ der to return to West Jeffer­ son, but Ledbetter said it is a short distance and a safer alternative than the current configuration of the inter­ section. Motorists could also travel to West Jefferson by turning left at either of the two other roads accessing the bypass, including the light at Ashe County High School Road. Ledbetter said the DOT is also opposed to a traffic light at the Mt. Jefferson Road in­ tersection because it would stop traffic on a high speed road, leading to potentially serious crashes when driv­ ers fail to stop for the light. A light would be considered, Ledbetter said, if there were no other alternatives for ac­ cessing Mt. Jefferson Road. The two other roads off the bypass offer motorists safer access. A light would impede traffic on the bypass, which is in opposition of DOT's goal of better service, Ledbetter said, and it would increase the po­ tential for rear end collisions. He produced reports show­ ing improvements in traffic safety with the type of design proposed and crash statis­ tics on the serious accidents that can occur at traffic lights when motorists fail to stop. "We believe it will be safer and won't stop traffic," Led­ better said of the proposed design. "We believe by far this is the best design for the intersection. It will optimize 221 without stopping traffic, which leads to the potential for running red lights." When asked if he would on Friday, July 13, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Larry Shepherd officiating. Burial followed in the Graybeal Fam­ ily Cemetery in Lansing. The family received friends from 1 to 2 p.m. on Friday, one hour prior to the funeral ser­ vice. Mrs. Greer was born in Ashe County on Tuesday, July 9, 1910 to the late Wil­ liam Clark and Callie Elliott Clark. She was a homemaker. She is survived by a half brother, William Clark, Jr., of Lansing, NC; Special Caregiv­ ers, Carl and Sylvia Spencer, of Lansing; several nieces and nephews also survive. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. recommend a traffic light at go out within two weeks. Alderman Stephen Shoe­ the intersection if that was the decision of the board of maker made the motion to aldermen, Ledbetter said, "I approve the resolution for would have very strong res­ redesign of the intersection. ervations about recommend­ "As a board, we need to look ing a light because we have at safety over convenience," a much better alternative. he said. "We've already had I would not feel good about loss of life there. I think you that recommendation. If the know what you're doing." board does nothing (such as Even though Aldermen Jerry not approving the required McMillan and Brett Summey resolution), then the Board of also seemed to favor a traffic Transportation would look at light, they voted along with the situation and might have Shoemaker to go ahead with to settle for a recommenda­ the DOT's proposed redesign. Ledbetter said this type tion of a less desirable al­ ternative. It would be better design has been used at many other intersections in the than doing nothing." Ledbetter said going back state where turns are not at to the Board of Transporta­ right angles, including 18 in tion with a recommendation Caldwell County where even for a traffic light could be a though community leaders time consuming effort be­ were skeptical at first, they cause it would have to be stud­ were pleased with the results ied and funding approved. and there have been no com­ A traffic light would be less plaints. "Based on my experience, expensive, at $50-60,000, he said, but not as favorable as you would never want to go the proposed design for this back," Ledbetter said. "If we particular intersection. The put this in and find it doesn't proposed design is ready to work, I would be the first to go with approved funding recommend taking it out and of approximately $365,000. doing something else, such as Because of the amount of a traffic light." He also noted funding involved, the Board that another alternative, such of Transportation requires as a light, may become neces­ a resolution of support from sary when the DOT widens the town, Ledbetter said. the bypass to four lanes in Once the resolution is adopt­ the near future. Plans are to ed, bids for construction can begin that project in 2012. 1&SI1 "Beethoven's c\ot The Bines £j Broadway's <^oln' Baroo^ne" f Jf # Friday, July 20, 2007 Ashe Civic Center 7:30 p.m. Doc Watson tickets on sale George Wayne Goss Orange Park, Fla. Died July 11,2007 George Wayne Goss, 72, of Orange Park, Fla., passed away Wednesday, July 11, at Orange Park Medical Center. A native of Ashe County, N.C., he served in the US Navy and worked as an air traffic controller for 23 years. He retired from the Inter­ nal Revenue Service, Arnold Trucking and Silver Eagle Trucking. He was an avid golfer and sports enthusiast, known by many as a baseball coach and Florida Gator fan. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, who will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lynn and Sibbie Barker Goss, and former wife, Jay Goss. Surviving are his lov­ ing wife, Mary Goss of the home; his children and step children, Mickeal (Becky) Goss of Jefferson, N.C.; San­ dra (Will) Hurley of Spiveys Corner, N.C., Rex (fianc£ Te­ resa Vannoy) of Newberry, S.C., and Ron Goss of Bristol, Tenn., Jana (Steven) Wiley of Clayton, Ga., Bill Randall of Fernadina Beach, Fl.; Lisa and Patty of Jacksonville, Fl.; brothers, Gene, Dean, Jim and Steve Goss; sister, Carol Driver; nine grandchildren and three great grandchil­ dren. A memorial service in cel­ ebration of his life was held Friday, July 13, at Jackson­ ville Memory Gardens Funer­ al Home, Jacksonville, Fla. Guitar continued from front page Road." "Fiddler's Green" won the Grammy award for Best Traditional Folk Album at the 48th Annual Grammy Awards on Feb. 8, 2006. Tim was nominated for two 2004 IBMA Awards: Best Song for Ola Belle Reed's "I've En­ dured" and for Male Vocalist of the Year. The festival will also fea­ ture the music of Ola Belle's husband and sons, musicians who played with her over the years, newer groups that are carrying on her tradition, and local talent. "High on a mountain, wind blowing free," join Ola Belle's family and friends and the people of Lansing for a week­ end of music and fellowship. About Ola Belle Reed Ola Belle Reed (Aug. 17, 1916- Aug. 16, 2002) learned to pick the banjo at an early age and began writing songs about her life in the moun­ tains. During the Depression, she moved to Baltimore with her brother Alex, where she performed on radio stations across the state and began performing with the North Carolina Ridge Runners. In 1949 she joined The New Riv­ er boys as a singer, banjo and guitar player. In 1951, Ola Belle with her husband Bud and brother Alex, along with his wife Lucy, founded the popular music venue, "The New River Ranch." Ola Belle Reed, best known for hersongwriting, wrote over two hundred songs including, "High on a Mountain," "I've Endured" and "The Leading Role." She is the recipient of the National Endowment for the Arts National Heri­ tage Award, was honored by the Smithsonian Institute, received an honorary doctor­ ate from the University of Maryland, and was recently inducted into the Washington Area Musicians Hall of Fame for her contributions to Appa­ lachian Traditional Music. Festival schedule: Friday, Aug. 17th - Ola Belle's Birthday Party 6 p.m.until • Banjo and Fiddle Contest and Old Time Dance with the Elkville String Band. • Bai\jo Contest with first prize a Recording King California Deluxe open back banjo with Whyte Laydie Tone Ring. • Fiddle Contest with first prize a full size fiddle handmade by Lansing Luthier and Ola Belle Reed Fes­ tival Master of Ceremonies, Dick Wilson • 24 hour pick'n starts at the old school Friday at 6 p.m. and goes through Sat­ urday at 6 p.m. as the group makes a Guinness Book of World Records attempt. All pickers welcome. Open to all musicians. Saturday, Aug. 18,10 a.m.10 p.m. • Music, food and crafts all day at the American Legion Ball Field • Workshops at the old Lansing School, and historic WPA Building with times to be announced: Fiddle - Tim O'Brien; Mandolin - Victor Evdokimoff; Guitar - TBA; Banjo - David Reed; Songwriting - Kari Sickenberger and Laurelyn Dossett; Dulci­ mer - TBA. Sunday, Aug. 19 • 11a.m. - Gospel Mu­ sic Worship Service (non-de­ nominational) • 12-6 p.m.-Gospel/Old time/Bluegrass Afternoon This is a non-profit event to benefit Greater Lansing Area Development (G.L.A.D). In addition toTim O'Brien, the following artists and bands are scheduled to per­ form: Jeff Little & Steve Lew­ is, Wolfe Brothers, Ola Belle Reed Family including Bud, Ralph, David Reed & Andy McKean, Hugh and Zane Campbell, Demolition String Band, Chris Testerman and Friends, Mark Brine, White Top Mountain Band, Blue Ridge Rounders, Grayson Highlands Band, Rock Bot­ tom Bluegrass, DJ and Randy Sheets, Pole Cat Creek, Dan Paisley and the Southern Grass, Elkville String Band, and Cathy Fink & Marcy Marxer. Visit www.olabellefest.com for details and ticket infor­ mation or call Beth Rembert at 336 384 5716. 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NC 28610 mlchael.lononancfblns.com sfbll.com • ncfblns.com Plates include: 1/2 Chicken or Pork BBQ, Slaw, Baked Beans, Roll & Dessert Helping You is what we do best. 0> '*» Shi*All MstendeM ShtsW AnoctMion C/ott wd Stu« IMAFCMU MOTOR OF tor* CIRAMU i~ SouNw* rm SOT*, I to MOTOR CO.totwv W �PACE 6 TUESDAY, JULY 17, 200 The Ashe County Middle School football teams are hosting pre-season workouts every Monday and Thursday at 5:30 p.m. at ACMS. Both teams are asked to come and it is for rising 7th and 8th graders. K-mail us: MgiHylu-aKif'Jcffersonl'ost.rom 11-12 All-Stars fall to Watauga American by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor With the Ashe County 1112 year old Baseball All-Stars just three games away from the District 7 Little League Tournament Championship game, Ashe met a tough opponent, who ironically is also their neighboring county, Watauga. In the third round of the lower bracket, Ashe County was paired with Watauga American team in an elimination game and Watauga was able to advance to the next round with a 6- 1 victory over Ashe County at West Jefferson Park on Wednesday evening. The first two innings of the game was a defensive showcase as each at bat for each team . only featured three batters. In the first two innings, Ashe's six batters were gotten out by three strikeouts and three ground balls. Watauga replicated Ashe with three strikeouts and three ground balls for a quick two innings. In the third inning, Ashe's offense came to life following a lead off walk by Matthew Hamilton. The following batter, Grayson Gilley also drew a walk. Luke Barker advanced Hamilton and Gilley around the bases. With the hit by Barker, Hamilton attempted to score on the play, but Watauga's catcher protected the plate and tagged Hamilton out for the first out of the inning in a close play. Up next for Ashe was Andrew Lopp who drew a walk off of Watauga's pitcher, but then Sam Gammons hit a ground ball and Watauga Industrial softball scores from Thursday, July 12 Dr Pepper LPB Mtn. Advantage A.F./ Ashe Co. Builders Rollin's Auto Dr Pepper 18 15 19 18 16 20 defeated Mtn Advantage 13 defeated Liddle's Plumbing defeated Brickstone Pizza defeated Brickstone Pizza defeated App. Utilities defeated UPM 5 8 11 12 4 Industrial softball Standings Wins Losses Played Rollin's Auto Dr Pepper A.F./ Ashe County Builders Brickstone Pizza Mountain Advantage Appalachian Utilities UPM Liddle's Plumbing 8 6 6 4 4 3 3 1 0 0 1 2 4 4 4 5 7 7 8 7 8 8 8 7 8 8 7 % 1.000 0.857 0.750 0.500 0.500 0.429 0.375 0.125 0.000 Industrial League action by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor Post photos by Michael Graybeal The Ashe County Parks and Recreation Industrial Softball League returned to action this past week fol­ lowing a week break for In­ dependence Day. The league has entered full stride with each team hitting their prime and playing at their best. This past week, the league had two teams score at least 30 runs (Dr Pepper and A.F./ Ashe Co. Builders), an ex­ citing game forced into the ninth inning to determine a winner (A.F./Ashe Co. Build­ ers defeating Brickstone 1811), Rollin's Auto took con­ trol of first place with 30-20 victory over Dr Pepper, and then Appalachian Utilities nearly upset Rollin's Auto with a 16-12 close contest, LPB claimed their first vic­ tory with a 15-5 victory, and many other exciting mo­ ments. The Parks and Rec­ reation strongly encourages members of the community to come out and enjoy the ex­ citing action every Tuesday and Thursday evening with games at 6 p.m., 7:15 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. at Ashe Park. Above: Reggie Hamilton gets on base with this swing dur­ ing Appalachian Utilities' close contest with Rollin's Auto on Thursday evening. Below: Scottie Green prepares to deliver a pitch for Rollin's Auto during their 16-12 victory over Appalachian Utilities. This weeks softball schedule All games held at Ashe Park lower fields Tuesday-July 17 A Field 6:00 App. Utilities vs. Mtn. Advantage 7:15 Dr. Pepper vs. Liddle's Plumbing 8:30 UPM vs. Rollin's Auto B Field 6:00 Brickstone vs. UPM 7:15 LPB vs. A.F./ Ashe Co. Builders 8:30 App. Utilities vs. Liddle's Plumbing Thursday-July 19 A Field 6:00 Dr Pepper vs. Brickstone Pizza 7:15 UPM vs. LPB 8:30 Roland's Auto vs. Liddle's Plumbing B Field 6:00 Rollin's Auto vs. A.F./ Ashe Co. Builders 7:15 Mtn. Advantage vs. Liddle's Plumbing 8:30 App. Utilities vs. Dr Pepper Post photo by Michael Graybeal Chris Cole claimed Ashe's first run In the fourth Inning with a monster hit for a solo home run In Ashe's tough 6-1 loss to the Watauga American All-Stars. earned their second out with a fielder's choice for the second out of the inning. Despite the fielder's choice, Ashe had the bases loaded with two outs but the following batter for Ashe could not make contact and a strikeout for the third out of the inning left three runners on base and the score remained 0-0. Watauga gained momentum from the defensive stop against Ashe and geared that momentum into their offense. Ashe's defense got the first batter out in the inning See 11-12 AJI-Stars, page 7 9-10 All-Stars softball eliminated from tourney by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor On Thursday evening, the 9-10 year old Ashe Softball All-Stars hosted the Watauga Softball AllStars. After a tough loss to open the tournament on the previous Saturday, Ashe entered the game with high hopes of winning to remain in the District 7 Tournament. However, Watauga had different plans and dealt Ashe a tough game and Watauga eliminated Ashe from the tournament with a 14-4 victory in five innings. The Ashe and Watauga teams both faced elimination in the game, as both teams were part of the lower bracket of the tournament. The winner would advance to the finals on Friday and the loser headed home. Unfortunately for Ashe, Watauga was able to take an early lead in the first inning and never looked back. Watauga were the visitors for the game and had the first at bat. Watauga was able to send three runners across the plate to claim an early 3-0 lead after Ashe forced Watauga to leave three runners on base when Ashe's shortstop gloved a hit to end Watauga's at bat in the first inning. Ashe responded by scoring some runs in the first inning also. Jenna McNeill and Bridgett Wilson were both able to score runs for Ashe to cut Watauga's lead to 3-2 at the end of the first inning. Watauga was not shaken by Ashe's two runs and opened up the second inning by getting the first three batters on base. Ashe earned the first out when Watauga's batter hit a pop fly to Ashe's pitcher for the first out of the inning. Watauga then hit a single to score a run and then another hit by Watauga scored another run. On the following batter, Ashe's pitcher earned the second out with a strike out ofWatauga's batter but Watauga was then able to get two more runners on base to allow two more runs to score to claim a 6-2 lead. Ashe once again earned the third out when Watauga had the bases loaded to force them into leaving three runners stranded on base again as Ashe came into bat in the second inning. Ashe had a quick at bat in the second inning, as Watauga's pitcher was able to retire three Ashe batters on only eleven pitches to bring Watauga into bat fm Post photo by Michael Graybeal Sloan Elliott digs in during an at bat during Ashe's game against Watauga on Thursday evening. again. Watauga continued their offensive momentum by scoring an additional two runs in the third inning to increase their lead to 8-2 with only three more innings remaining in the game. Ashe showed signs of a comeback in the third inning when McKenzi Wallace initiated Ashe's offense with a one-out walk. Bridgett Wilson followed up with a hit and Sloan Elliott drew a walk to load the bases up. Wallace was able to score to give Ashe their third run of the game, but the other runners for Ashe were left on base when one runner was thrown out at third base for the second out and then the following batter struck out at first for the third out of the inning to advance the game to the fourth inning. In the fourth inning, Watauga continued their impressive offensive performance by scoring an additional three runs to narrow Ashe's hopes of a victory with the score being 12-3. Ashe was able to add another tally in their score column when Hallie Brown got on base with only one See 9-10 Softball, page 7 Post photo by Michael Graybeal Makensie Shatley steals second base for Ashe County dur­ ing their loss Thursday evening. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, JULY 17, 2007 PAGE 7 SPORTS The Ashe County Middle School Silver and Blue Cheerleaders will have their first practice for the upcoming football season on July 26. ACMS Cheerleading is open to all rising 7th and 8th graders who are interested. If you plan on cheering during the 2007 Football Sea­ son, you need to be present on July 26 at ACMS at 5:30 p.m. If you have any questions or are unable to attend on July 26, please contact Gina Calhoun at (336) 384-3470. 9-10 Softballcontinued from page 6 out against Ashe. Emily Poteat got a hit to advance Hallie around the bases and then a hit by McKenzi Wallace allowed Brown to score Ashe's fourth run of the game. However, the following batter for Ashe hit a grounder to Watauga's first baseman for the unassisted third out against Ashe and once again, Ashe left two runners standing on base with the game heading into the fifth inning. Watauga only had to score two runs in the fifth inning and then hold Ashe scoreless for the game to be concluded due to a ten-run lead. Watauga was able to score two runs to increase the score to Watauga 14- Ashe 4 after two runs were scored and Ashe concluded their at bat with a strike out and two balls hit in the infield. Ashe had to score at least one run to extend the game and they placed themselves in a position to score a run also. Watauga converted the first two batters hits for outs but the third batter for Ashe; Sierra Lucas drew a walk from Watauga's pitcher for a free trip to first base. While Lucas was on first, Makensie Shatley advanced the runner to third base with a single and Shatley then proceeded to steal second to give Ashe two runners in scoring position. Unfortunately for Ashe, the following batter hit a ground ball to the second baseman who then relayed the ball to first for the third out of the inning and concluded the game with Ashe trailing Watauga, 14-4. The tough loss to Watauga concluded Ashe's run in the District 7 Little League Softball tournament due to it being the team's second loss. Following the game, Ashe's coaches complimented the girls on their performance against Watauga by commenting on the team's heart and determination and they then elaborated on the team's improvement between the first game and the second game. Watauga advanced in the tournament and was one game closer to the District Championship. Ashe County was honored as being selected to host the District 7 Tournament this year at Ashe Park on the upper field. 11-12 All-Stars Husky Football Camp Directed by ACHS Football Staff July 23-26 9 a.m. till noon daily Rising 3rd- 8th Graders Cost: $15 Held at Ashe County High School Each camper needs to bring cleats and tennis shoes every day Please send registration to: Bill Strong Ashe County High School P.O. Box 450 West Jefferson, NC 28694 Registration Form Player's Name: Age: School: Grade: Parents' Name: Address: Home Phone: Work Phone: T-Shirt Size (Adult): Medical Information: Allergies: Conditions Physicians should know: Release I hereby authorize any medical treatment that may be advised by a doctor. I un­ derstand that by participating in this camp, my child may sustain an injury. Player's name: Parent Signature: Date: continued from page 6 with a ground ball to third, but Watauga then attacked. Their following batter reached base with a single and then was advanced to second with an error by Ashe's defense to place runners on first and second with only one out. Sam Gammons then took care of the following batter and earned Ashe's second nut with a. three-pitch strike out. Ben Margolis was at the plate for Watauga with two on and two outs. Margolis opened up the scoring in the game with a three-run shot to right field that easily'cleared the fence and Watauga took a 3-0 lead after the home run. Sam Gammons kept his composure on the mound for Ashe and forced the following batter into a ground ball for the third out of the inning and the game heading into the fourth inning with Watauga winning, 3-0. In the fourth inning, Ashe was able to narrow Watauga's lead when Chris Cole hit a solo home run to right field with one out to narrow the score to 3-1, still in favor of Watauga. The following batter hit a ground ball for the second out, but Matthew Hamilton kept the inning alive with a single. Unfortunately for Ashe, the following batter hit a ground ball, which Watauga converted for the third out of the inning to retire the Ashe side, and the game proceeded to the bottom half of the fourth inning. Watauga once again struck in the fourth inning when Tyler Sturgill had a one-out single to get on base. The Ashe defense then permitted the following two batters to reach base due to errors and Sturgill was able to score to increase Watauga's lead to 41. Sam Gammons then forced the following batter into a fly ball to the out field and a mental mistake by the runner on third base for Watauga allowed Ashe to get a double play due to the runner leaving base early and not tagging up to end the inning with the score Watauga 4- Ashe 1. The fifth inning was a quick at bat once again for Ashe. The lead off batter reached first with a single, but turned into the first out of the inning when the following batter hit into a fielder's choice and Watauga got the lead runner at second base for the first out, with Ashe still having a runner on first. The two following batters for Ashe were gotten out by Watauga's defense to allow Watauga to come into bat in the bottom of the fifth inning. With only one and a half more innings to play, Watauga was not content with a three run lead and was able to Third Annual Cheer X-Treme Spirit Camp Monday July 23- Wednesday July 25 Cost $65 Rising grades K-4 Rising, grades 5-8 9 a.m. till Noon 1 p.m. till 4 p.m. Purpose • The purpose of the Cheer X-Treme Spirit Camp is to instruct campers in the basics of cheerleading, including cheers, dances, jumps, and stunt technique. General Information • • . Post photo by Michael Graybeal Matthew Hamilton attempts to slide under Watauga's catch­ er, Tyler Sturgill, In the third inning. extend their lead in the fifth inning. Watauga's lead off batter reached first due to an error by Ashe but the following batter hit a ground ball to second base which was thrown to first to get one out and allowed the runner on first to advance to second. However, it would not have mattered if the runner would have stayed on first due to the following batter, Ethan Poulos, hitting a two-run home run to left field to give Watauga their fifth and sixth runs of the game, and they took a commanding 6-1 lead at the end of the fifth inning. Ashe had one more shot at Watauga in the top half of the sixth inning. Ashe's offense continued to struggle and Watauga's pitcher forced the first batter into a pop fly for the first out and then struck out the second batter. The third batter was able to make contact with the ball but was gotten out by Wat*auga's defense to conclude the game with the final score being Watauga 6- Ashe 1. The loss to Watauga American was Ashe's second loss of the tournament and was the elimination game. Ashe was able to advance to the final six teams of the tournament, which originated with thirteen teams. The 1112 All-Stars finished the tough tournament with a winning record though as they won three games compared to the two losses. • • The registration fee for the Cheer X-Treme Spirit Camp is $65. This fee includes: Camp t-shirt, water bottle, healthy snack each day, camp instruction, and awards day. The ACHS Varsity Cheerleaders are sponsoring the Third Annual Cheer X-Treme Spirit Camp as a fundraiser for their upcoming competitive season. Campers should arrive each day in appropriate attire (t-shirt or tank top, cotton shorts, and smooth bottom tennis shoes with hair pulled up, no jewelry, and fingernails trimmed). Campers will wear their camp t-shirt on the final day of camp. Campers may register at the door on the first day of camp but may not receive their t-shirt on Wednesday. Parent Information • • • There will be an exhibition for parents held on the last day of camp. K-4 grade campers will perform on Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. 5-8 grade campers will perform at 3:30 p.m. Parents are asked to remain outside the building during camp hours. Directors will contact parents if necessary. Directors and instructors will take every precaution to ensure that all campers remain safe at all times. However, directors and instructors are not responsible for any injuries incurred by any camper at the Cheer X-Treme Spirit Camp. In the event of anything other than a minor injury, directors will contact camper's parents immediately. CUSTOMER APPRECIATION JULY 31 st Serve* A#1** BASIC 'FINANCE You are invited to a Come join in Hie festivities Tor The last booh in The T^nrry PoTTer series. Friday. 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Call Geraldine at 336-846-7164 House for Rent in Helton Area. For more info call: 384-1062 440-Offices, Bldgs., For Rent/Lease or Sale Commercial Buildings PLACE YOUR for rent. DOGS AND CATS West Jefferson, FOR SALE AD HERE 3500 sq ft, all or 1/2. FOR ONLY Lansing -1100 sq ft. $3.50 PER AD. Call for details, (UP TO 20 WORDS 561-750-7512 PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. * AT 336-846-7164 460-Mobile FOR MORE INFORMATION. Homes for Rent Two inch space for the above costs. For Rent: Spacious 3 Bed/2 Bath Double Wide 3 miles north of Jefferson Heat Pump/AC References and Security required restrictions apply 982-5451 977-3614 MOBILE HOME with Deck & Big Yard $400.00 month + Deposit & References Call 846-9736 490-Houses/ Apts. for Sale MUST SELL: Small 2 or 3 BR 1 BA House, Vlnal Siding & Wlndos on 2 AC, Very Private. Near River 336-982-2279 89,900 290-Horses & Livestock PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. 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GOVERNMENT MAKES DOWN PAYMENT New Generation Homes 336-973-4462 W ilkes Community College History Instructor - Ashe Campus & Math Instructor - Ashe Campus For more information Visit our website www.wilkcsce.edu this Notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make imme­ diate payment to the undersigned. This the 17th day of Ju­ ly, 2007. Dwight Austin Kennedy Executor/Administrator for the Estate of Sharon Maria Simon All persons, firms and corporations having claims against MYR­ TLE CLYDE PIERCE, deceased of Ashe County, North Carolina, are hereby notified to present them to William Howard Pierce as Ex­ ecutor of the dece­ dent's estate, on or be­ fore the 24th day of September, 2007, in care of the under­ signed attourney for the Executor at the ad­ dress appearing below, or this notice will be plead in bar of their re­ covery. All persons, firms, and corporations indebted to the said es­ tate will please make immediate payment to the above named Wil­ liam Howard Pierce, Executor of the Estate of Myrtle Clyde Pierce. This the 26th day of June, 2007. 1195-Legals 6 courses: (1) thence s 58-06-26 E 109.59 feet to a point, (2) thence S 53-31-13 E 42.00 feet to a point. (3) thence S 46-08-13 E 161.42 feet to a point, (4) thence S 42-32-04 E 102.62 feet to a point, (5) thence S 41-17-26 E 126.53 feet to a point, (6) thence S 56-59-08 E 53.64 feet to a point in the south­ ern line of the W. R. Howell property; thence with the south­ ern line of the Howell property 5 courses: (1) thence S 38-40-27 W 478.69 feet to a marked hickory, (2) thence N 80-30-24 W 577.84 feet to a 12inch marked birch, (3) N 80-49-23 W 149.23 feet to a post, (4) thence N 89-04-36 W 116.71 feet to a 6-inch marked maple, (5) thence S 81-37-28 W 136.34 feet to a 5-inch marked oak; thence with a new line 2 cours­ es: (1) thence due North 100.00 feet to a new 3/8-inch rebar, (2) thence N 55-33-00 E 1002.75, passing over a new 3/8-inch rebar at 993.17 feet for a total distance of 1002.75 feet to the BEGIN­ NING, containing 12.19 acres, based on a sur­ vey by The Thomas Herman Company, Registered Land Sur­ veyor, completed 8 April 1985. And being the identical land described in and conveyed by deed dat­ ed September 26, 1988, from Mary Lynn H. Caparolie, Legally Separated, to Ann H. Winebarger and hus­ band Thomas Blaine Winebarger, and Brett Thomas Winebarger, of record as Book 166, Pages 764-765, Ashe County Registry. John A. Turner, Attour­ There is also conveyed ney for Howard Pierce, by this deed of convey­ ance to the Grantor's Executor interest in that certain Turner & Yates, PA. easement of right of 136 North Water Street ZERO down. Land Boone, North Carolina way running through other lands of Ann H. home packages. (336) 286074 Winebarger and hus­ 973-4462. NOTICE OF SUBSTI­ band, Thomas Blaine TUTE TRUSTEE'S Winebarger and over a 530-Lots & FORECLOSURE SALE presently existing Acreage OF REAL PROPERTY driveway for the pur­ Do you have a lot pose of ingress to and UNDER AND BY VIR­ egress from the tract of or acreage for sale? TUE of the power and land herein conveyed List it in the Jefferson authority contained In Post Classifieds. and NCSR 1177, said that certain Deed of Call 336-846-7164 easement of right of Trust executed and de­ way being described as to place your ad. livered by Thomas follows: Blaine Winebarger and 1115Martha Ann Winebarg­ BEGINNING at the er, joint debtors, dated Professionals point where said pres­ October 14, 2004 and ently existing driveway recorded in the Office intersects NCSR 117, FOR HIRE of the Register of said point being the Deeds or Ashe County, northeastern corner of Let me help you North Carolina, record­ the lands of Ines Wag­ ed on October 14, to create ner as described in 2004, in Book 320 at deed of record in Book unique logos, Page 902; and be­ 148, Page 731, Ashe brochures, cause of default in the County Registry, and business cards, 1 payment of the indebt­ running only over the booklets and edness secured there­ eastern half of said camera ready ads. by and failure to carry presently existing out and perform the driveway in a generally High-end quality at stipulations and agree­ southeasterly direction ments contained there­ reasonable rates. to the northeastern cor­ in and, pursuant to de­ No job too big ner of the tract descri­ mand of the owner and bed in deed to Ann H. or too small. holder of the indebted­ Winebarger of record in ness secured by said Book 148, Page 735, For more Deed of Trust, the un­ Ashe County Registry, information, dersigned Substitute following the course of please call Trustee will place for said presently existing Firefly Graphx sale, at public auction, driveway, and thence to the highest bidder at 336-982-5145 from the northeastern for cash at the usual corner of the Ann H. or email place of sale at Ashe Winebarger tract of County Courthouse, in land, to which refer­ Jefferson, North Caroli­ ence has herinbefore 1130-Remodelingi na at 1:00 PM on Tues­ been made, running in Free 3 wooden 32 Inch day, July 31, 2007, that a generally southeas­ outside doors with win­ parcel of land, includ­ terly direction following dows. Taken off of an ing improvements the course of and with old house. Call 384- thereon, situated, lying the entire width of said 3194. and being in the City of presently existing Fleetwood, County of driveway to the tract of 1195-Legals Ashe, State of North land herein conveyed. NOTICE TO CRED- Carolina, and being more particularly de­ ITORS TRACT TWO: scribed as follows: BEGINNING at a point Having qualified as Ad­ in the centerline of TRACT ONE: ministrator fo the Es­ NCSR No. 1177, said tate of Sharon Maria BEGINNING on a point point beginning at the Simon, late of Ashe in the centerline of a centerline intersection County, North Carolina, private drive, said point of a private road and 952.03 feet, this is to notify all per­ being the centerline of NCSR sons having claims measured along the No. 1177; thence with against said estate to centerline of the private the centerline of NCSR present them to the un­ drive from the center- No. 1177 2 courses: (1) dersigned at 2563 Bra- line intersection of the thence N 67-48-46 E drive and ley School Rd., Moor- private 161.64 feet to a point; No. 1177; esville, N.C., 28117 on NCSR (2) thence N 58-53-53 thence with the centeror before the 17th day E 193.41 feet to a of November, 2007, or line of the private drive Let our Classified Ads go to work for You! Call us at 846-7164 LEARN TO DRIV1 ALLIANCE TRACTOR -TRAILER TRAINING CENTERS n. For Sale: Mec600Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 Jr? c/> o Scenic Mountain Home 1790 Sq Ft, 3 BR/2 BA, Refurbished Interior, .78 acre, beautifully landscaped. 1195-Legals ATTENTION: ALL FU­ NORTH CAROLINA TURE HOME BUY­ COUNTY OF ASHE ERS!! Just in 4 MONTHS Winter Will IN THE GENERAL Be Upon Us. You Need COURT OF JUSTICE To Buy Now So You SUPERIOR COURT Can Be In Ybur New DIVISION BEFORE Home Before Cold and THE CLERK Snowy Weather Sets In. Call For Appoint­ FILE # 91-E-40 ment At 336-973-2335 EXECUTOR'S NO­ Freedom Homes Ask TICE TO CREDITORS For D S Prevette. IN THE MATTER OF Check Out the THE ESTATE OF MYRTLE CLYDE Jefferson Post for PIERCE Mobile Homes by 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent BIG RESULTS! mals9yahQQ.com- ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. 336-877-2330 Little Classifieds... Yogie is a 1 -2 year old. male, German Shep­ herd mix. Yogie is a big goofy boy with a very big heart. Yogie has a lot of love to give - just give him a chance in your new home. For more infor­ mation, contact the Al­ leghany Animal Shelter at 336-372-8744 or email alleghanvani- 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 982-2105 977-0104 Lost: Orange and White Short Haired Cat in Fleetwood Area Name: Jostin If anyone has seen him, please call: (828) 265-9645. 500-Mobile Homes for Sale GRUBB LOGGING White Male with blue eyes and NO tail 250-Furniture Table & 4 Chairs - Oak - For sale. Call 384-1062 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap \ m n w ! CAN'T TOUCH THIS!!! NEW MODELS - • FULL & PART-TIME • CLASSES • CDL TRAINING • • FINANCING • AVAILABLE • JOB PLACEMENT • 1195-Legals point; thence with the eastern and northern line of the W. R. Howell property 3 courses: (1) S 9-38-20 E 88.93 feet to a post; (2) thence N 57-55-38 E 357.29 feet to a white oak; (3) N 69-55-39 E 230.27 feet; thence with the western line of the Shirley Grogan proper­ ty 3 courses: (1) S 1945-25 E 538.48 feet to a new 3/8 inch rebar by a post; (2) thence S 6254-18 E 353.92 feet to an existing 1/2 inch pipe; (3) thence S 7548-19 E 253.09 feet to a point in the southern line of the Howell prop­ erty; thence with south­ ern line S 38-40-27 W 784.80 feet to a point in the centerline of a pri­ vate drive; thence with the centerline of the private drive and a new line 23 courses: (1) thence N 56-59-08 W 53.64 feet to a point; (2) thence N 41-17-26 W 126.53 feet to a point: (3) thence N 4232-04 W 102.62 feet to a point: (4) thence N 46-08-13 W 161.42 feet to a point; (5) thence N 53-31-13 W 42.00 feet to a point; (6) thence N 58-06-26 W 109.59 feet to a point; (7) thence N 4954-25 W 40.14 feet to a point; (8) thence N 4512-52 W 56.06 feet to a point; (9) thence N 4515-58 W 45.75 feet to a point (10) thence N 3628-54 W 66.40 feet to a point; (11) thence N 61-35-56 W 41.25 feet to a point; (12) thence N 84-30-35 W 49.29 feet to a point; (13) thence N 67-01-52 W 79.76 feet to a point; (14) thence N 64-30-19 W 57.68 feet to a point; (15) thence N 62-12-34 W 65.69 feet to a point (16) thence N 54-47-07 W 46.49 feet to a point; (17) thence N 51-18-30 W 66.72 feet to a point; (18) thence N 42-23-02 W 53.95 feet to a point; (19) thence N 17-37-14 W 63/96 feet to a point; (20) thence N 2-24-06 E 59.95 W feet to a point; (21) thence N 28-49-56 W 61.51 feet to a point; (22) thence N 49-22-57 W 61.71 feet to a point; (23) thence N 54-10-24 W 35.72 feet to the BE­ GINNING, containing 20.945 acres, based on a survey by The Tho­ mas Herman Compa­ ny, Registered Land Surveyor, completed April 4, 1985, Inclusive of the right of way of NCSR No. 1177. And being the identical tract of land described in and conveyed by deed dated February 1, 1988, from Danny South and Inez Wag­ ner, Attorney-in-Fact for Carol Wagner South, to Ann H. Wine­ barger and husband, Thomas Blaine Wine­ barger, and Bartt B. Winebarger, of record in Book 162, Pages 1658-1661, Ashe County Registry, and deed of conveyance is made subject to the identical easement of right of way to which said recorded deed was made subject, said easement of right of way being specifically described in deed of record in Book 148, Pages 733-734, Ashe County Registry, and reference is hereby made to the deed of re­ cord in Book 148, Pa­ ges 733-734, Ashe County Registry, for a specific description of said easement of right of way. There is excepted from the above-described tract of land that certain 10.576 acres as con­ veyed to Brett Thomas Winebarger In Deed Book 248, at pages 3031, Ashe County Reg­ istry, said document in­ corporated by refer­ ence as through fully set out herein. Address of property: 1195-Legals 1659 Watertank Road, Fleetwood, NC 28626 Present Record Own­ ers: Thomas Blaine Winebarger and Mar­ tha Ann Winebarger, joint debtors The terms of the sale are that the real prop­ erty hereinbefore de­ scribed will be sold for cash to the highest bid­ der. The Substitute Trustee reserves the right to require a cash deposit or a certified check not to exceed the greater of five per­ cent (5%) of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00). In the event that the Own­ er and Holder is ex­ empt from paying the same, the successful bidder may also be re­ quired to pay revenue stamps on the Trust­ ee's Deed, any Land Transfer Tax, and the tax required by N.C.G.S. 7A-308 (a) (1). The real property herei­ nabove described is being offered for sale "AS IS, WHERE IS" and will be sold subject to all superior liens, un­ paid taxes, and special assessments. Other conditions will be an­ nounced at the sale. The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids as by law required. If the Trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any rea­ son, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the re­ turn of the deposit. Reasons of such inabil­ ity to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankrupt­ cy petition prior to the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the Trust­ ee^). If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Trust­ ee^), in their sole dis­ cretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and re­ turn the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Kellam & Pettit. PA. Substitute Trustee Eye strain from computer use is the number one complaint of office workers. Talk to your eyecare professional about computer eye­ wear to help prevent eye strain. The Vltlon Council o( Amurlcu recommend* regular eye eiatnt lor you and your latnlly lo entur healthy * iuoil Check Yoorty See ci'-orfy www.checkyearly.com WANT TO BUT LOGS, STANDING TIMBER 0RTIMBERLAND DOUBLEWIDES, LAND/HOME . No CREDIT!!! 1ST TIME HOME BUYERS QUICK APPROVAL 338-973-4462 Wytheville, Virginia 1-800-334-1203 www.alllancetractortraller.com MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAYJULY 17,2007 PAGE 9 CO M M U N I T Y NE W S Fifth Annual Winefest coming to River House The fifth a n n u a l River House Winefest on the New will be held July 21st in the Grassy Creek area of Ashe County, at River House un­ der the giant sycamore tree down by the river's edge. The highlight of the fes­ tival will be samplings from eight North Carolina Winer­ ies: Biltmore, Brushy Moun­ tain, Chatham Hill, Chil­ dress , Hanover Park , Rag Apple Lassie, RayLen, and Round Peak. The musical lineup fea­ tures: Tim and Debbie Yates and Mark Rose of Acoustic Heritage; The Reggie Buie Trio with Vocalist Sharon Lee Grace ; Pianist Aaron Price on keyboard with Vo­ calist Kelly Barrow; and Blues legends Jim Carson and Neill Clegg. The artisans who will be on site to display their work include: Vinaigrettes by SiBV gnolia; Goat Cheese by Dad­ dy's Girl Dairy; RT Morgan Art Gallery & Glass by Camille; Beadwork by Frolic's Sharon Weikel; Glass-blow­ ing by Shannon Boyd; Pot­ tery by Bet and Rob Mangum of Turkey Knob; Wood Crafts by Walnut Hill. The National Commit­ tee for the New River , the North Carolina Wine of the Month Club, the Ashe Coun­ ty Chamber of Commerce and the Ashe County Hu­ mane Society will be present with information about their programs , environmental education and membership drives. Hosting the event is River House owner Gayle Winston, whose Ashe County roots date back ten generations. Festival entry is $50 per person, and includes a KIL IIII'I I'^II JFMH—IW—JTUB Celebrity Baby Searches Photo courtesy of the River House The Winefest takes place on the banks of the New River in Grassy Creek. commemorative wine tast ­ ing glass , samplings from the wineries , food creations from River House, a day of music, and access to the art­ River House Inn and Res­ Lawn Care, Inc. 4 I Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and part time residents of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. CALHOUN CLEARING & GRADING • Foundations • Drainage/Erosion C ontrol • Land Clearing • Road Construction • Water Gardens & Landscaping taurant is located on the North Fork of the New Riv­ er, off Highway 16 in Grassy Creek , North Carolina , and offers rooms, cabins, and a fine dining restaurant. For information, res­ ists' booths. Northwest CAR Serving Ashe & Alleghany Counties © 2007 by King Features Syndicate, Inc World rights reserved. Senior Citizens Discounts ASHE COUNTY ROOFINC FREE ESTIMATES FREE ESTIMATES Serving Wilkes and Surrounding Counties 9464 Hwy 16 N • Grassy Creek. NC 2S631 336-982-4651 336-385-85637 ^4? Wade Vannoy Dr.«West Jefferson. NC,/ Source: www.yahoo.coin UTTT l»J Lot Maintenance x Minor Landscaping Thomas Reed - Owner 336-246-3434 977-9040 • 846-4688 • 977-4882 ervations, directions, and lodging options for the 5th Annual River House Winef­ est on the New: visit www. riverhousenc.com, call 336.982.2109 or e-mail riv erhouse@skybest.com. 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NC \yCell: 977-2978 Home: 384-4978 336-384-3033 vTREE STUMP SERVICE /r\ Cox's Stump Grinding & Tree Service Hedge Trimming, Landscaping, Bush hogging All Dangerous Trees Free Estimates 336-977-1272 or 336-982-6218 - ^ TREK SERVICE f Ray Combs ^ Tree Sevtrice< Tree Topping, Trimming and Removal TV AND Free Estimates Fully Insured 35 Years Experience Quality Home Repairs • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work • Fair. Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation • Basement Remodeling Seasonal Opening & Closing All types of repairs and maintenance for your home or business. AM calls returned. Maintenance Contracts by request. Mountain Welding • Stainless Steel • Commercial • Aluminum • Residential • Mild Steel • Customized 24 Hour Welding Service Portable llnlls lor On site Woldlng ' 245 Von Tltrner Rd. • West Jefferson, NC Phone: 336-877-7511 James Ellis - Owner 17 years experience Residential X DISPOSAL S E R V I C E S ] MCINTYRE DISPOSAL SERVICES Bradley W. Mclntyrc • Owner " D EPENDABLE AND $40.00 Quarterly Special Pick up Service Available PROMPT SERVICE" is OUR MOTTO! Serving Ashe, Avery & Watauga • Call 828-773-2805 today and get your disposal removal tomorrow! Boone Grading Co., J (paiks.% i EUctxical & Contracting Co. LICENSED & INSURED |v • Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds FREE ESTIMATES Contact Robert Holman • Land (Tearing • Road Building Office: 828-963-4069 Fax: 828-963-8610 • Septic Systems • Basements • Footers £ey. 828-773-6736 Herb Mckittrick Cell: 336-977-1455 336-384-9192 982-3335 EXCAVATING • Homesites • Spring Work GRAPHIC DESIGN 336-982-5145 fireflycano«@yahoo.com Authorized Technicians On Board JO Plus Years Experience No JOB Too SMALL! You HAVE THE JOB...We HAVE THE EQUIPMENT! Where Quality is a Tradition All Work Guaranteed / Licensed. Bonded & Insured Meeting all your Graphic Design needs. No lob too big or too smolll Sr ("*EAF TV/ r fountain Field Excavating & Hauling 336-877-5010 NCT No Job Too Small or Too Large! f X rtsho County's ONLY NC DOT Certified Pipe Welder I SALES it SERV ICE zenith 7- Appleseed Phone: 336-246-5634 Cell: 336-977-8701 Shop located at: SATELLITE : HOME REPAIRS^ 'Lot Clearing • Basement/Footers 'Ponds • Ditching Michael Pennington 336-385-2346 Mobile: 336-977-1312 VS? SANITATION SERVICE f •\i\os Sanitation Son// William & Amy Phillips It's Finally Here! A Private Trash Service for Ashe County! © We are now accepting new accounts Garbage Service includes: Weekly or Biweekly Pickup Residential, Light Commercial and Small Business Accepted Contact us at: 828-394-4944 or 828-292-3211 Toll F'ree: 877-217-9866 • 8am - 6pm �PAGE 10 JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, JULY 17, 2007 COMMUNITY EVENTS Stephen Shoemaker exhibit opens Thursday at Arts Center Thursday July 19 11 a.m.-4 p.m.: Red Cross Blood Drive at the National Guard Armory in Jefferson. For an apppointment, call Eula Blevins at 982-2164. 5-7 p.m.: Opening Reception for the Stephen Shoemaker Exhibit at Ashe Arts Center. Free. Call 336-846-ARTS. Friday July 20 attend. 2 p.m.: Mt. Jefferson Geology. Mount Jefferson stands today at 4683 feet above sea level. Was this mountain once 15,000 feet high? Have there ever been any major rockslides? What is Amphibolite anyway? Meet a ranger for a hike and explore some of the geological myster­ ies that make this mountain's geology rock! Wear sturdy shoes. 2 p.m.: Wagoner Access Road, Underwater Tour. Find 3 p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central. This is an opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. Checks are conducted until 4:30 p.m. 6 p.m.: Don't forget to Relay For Life! At Ashe Co. High School. For more information call Deanna Lewis at 828-9643930 5:30 p.m.: ACT Cancer Quarterly Against Meeting out what lives in the New River. Come prepared to get wet! Meet at the Wagoner Access Road. Monday July 23 attend. For more information, call 846-8377. Wednesday July 25 11 a.m.: The Friends of the Library invite the public to hear Dr. Mary Ellis Gibson dis­ cuss Southerners' love of food, friends and family in her talk "Still Cookin': Food and Memory in Southern Literature," downstairs at the library. Refreshments will be available. Her visit is made possible by the NC Humanities Council. Saturday July 28 9 a.m.: The 3rd annual Sunflower Festival will be 7-9 p.m.: Greene's Chapel Baptist Church will have Vacation Bible School July 23 through July 27. Classes for all ages. Brother Edd Hall will be teaching the adult class. Pastor Fred Steelman and Merita Blevins, director, invites all to held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Main Street in Mountain City, TN. Featured will be booths of crafts, art, produce, plants, food and drinks and others. There will also be a Beauty Pageant, kids activities, sunflower con­ test and music all day. 10 a.m.: A Sibling Class will be offered at Ashe Memorial Hospital for children 2-6 years of age to help prepare them for the arrival of a new baby brother or sister. Call 846-0734 to sign up. 2 p.m.: Hike into History. Come up on the mountain to the picnic area and learn about the history of Mt. Jefferson. We will dig into the past as we hike the mountain's ridgeline. Wear sturdy shoes. tion. Meet at the park's New Visitors Center at US Hwy 221 Access. Sunday July 29 10 a.m.: Pleasant Valley Baptist Church will have Homecoming Services. The Decoration service will be held at 10:00 followed by worship service at 11:00. A covered dish dinner will be held on the church grounds after worship service. Pastor, Rev. Keith Wagner and congregation wel­ come you. 2 p.m.: US Hwy 221 Access, Majestic Whitetail Deer & Concerns of Their Growing Population. Join a ranger for 10:30 a.m.: The annual Col. Gideon Lewis Reunion an informative look into the majestic whitetail deer and con­ cerns of their growing popula­ will take place at Riverview Community Center on Highway 88 West. All relatives please plan to attend and bring a cov­ ered dish. Drinks and utensils will be provided. Noon: Moretz Family Reunion at Watauga High School. Covered dish dinner and historical pre­ sentations. CDs containing the Moretz family history in PDF format will be available. 12:30 pm. Wagoner Access Road, Guided Canoe Trip Join a Park Ranger for this 2 hour float down the Wild and Scenic New River. The trip will take approximately 2 hours from beginning to end. You will learn some basic canoeing paddle strokes and other useful infor­ mation to help you paddle safe­ ly. The outfitters charge a mini­ mal fee forshuttling. Park phone number is 336-982-2587. GRAND OPENING at Fraser*s Restaurant. Focus will be on Prostate Cancer and the upcoming Pink Ribbon Campaign. Call to RSVP to 836-0781. PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE 7:30 p.m.: Classic Pizzazz. Friday, July 20 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Chop Stix to Chopin! Piano, fid­ dle and vocalist. $10 Adults, $5 students. Call 336-846-ARTS. 8:30 p.m.: Creatures of the Night-sky watch. Make your way up to the first overlook for an evening of fun. Meet the park ranger and learn about some of the nocturnal animals that live in our area, or just sit back and enjoy the view. This program will also include some sky watching. Bring a chair if you like. This program is free and all are invited. Please call for further information (336) 246-9653. Register for Cash Grand Prize Drawing! Enjoy carefree living in-town with great views. Now available for showing - 3 new 2BR/2.5BA units featuring Corian countertops, hardwood floors, 2-sided gas fireplaces, covered porches, garages, and all appliances. Michael & Cherie Uller are proud to announce the birth of their son, Logan Michael Filer, born June 14 at Watauga Medical Center. Die weighed Saturday July 21 Directions: Across the street from the Jefferson Post Office. Main Street in Jefferson, turn on Ivy Street, stay straight on Eller Street to right on Amberwood Lane. m lbs., 5 oz. grandparents are Wrcnda Lewis, Danny Lewis, Irish &> Charlie Filer 7 Lansing Volunteer Rescue and Fire Department will have a Quality Screening for Life. 592 South Main St. • Jefferson, NC 28640 336-246-7455 Toll Free -1-800-789-1312 11 a.m.: New River Volunteer Fire and Rescue will have a FAX 336-246-4532 chicken and pork BBQ. Sunday July 22 y 9:30 a.m.: Mountain Morning Nature Hike. Meet the park ranger at the picnic area for a Cool CD Rates For A Hot Summer! hike into the mountain forest habitats and explore the natural wonders of Mt. Jefferson. We will be walking on the trail as we observe the scenic views. a.m.: Gillespie 10:30 Community Church will have Visit the Yadkin Valley Bank office that's closest to you and take advantage of these limited-time CD rates! You'll see that when it comes to great rates and impressive customer service, we'll leave you thirsty for more. its homecoming, with preaching, singing and dinner on the grounds. Pastor Jim Francis and the congregation invites everyone to come. For more information, call 384-2560. 24-Month CD 9-Month CD 3-Month CD Limited Time Only! Limited Time Only! 5.20V 5.00V 4,80V 10:30 a.m.: Beaver Creek Baptist Church invites you to m their homecoming. The guest speaker will be Rev. Joe Warren. The Bluff Mountain Boys will be singing. Pastor Johnny Goodman and the congrega­ tion welcomes everyone. Limited Time Only! 11 a.m.: OBIDS BAPTIST CHURCH will have HOMECOMING. MORNING WORSHIP @ 11:00, LUNCH @ 12:00: AFTERNOON SINGING @ 2:00 EVERYONE IS WELCOME! Pastor, Rev. Tommy Graybeal and the con­ gregation invites everyone to Mrmba FOIC YADKIN VALLEY BANK wwwA\vi kinvallevbank.com Win - 336-526-6301 FfatftMlL- 336-922-9888 East Bend - 336-699-2930 Mlkstm-336-838-0123 lefferson - 336-246-4555 Yadkinrille - 336-677-2000 Jonesville - 336-835-6197 Wra iqjcrwn North Elkin-336-526-6372 336-246-9800 -1488 Mt. Jefferson Rd. North Wilkesboro - 336-838-3300 336-246-4644 -107 North Fifth Ave. * Annual percentage yield accurate as of 7/16/07. Available for personal accounts only, Minimum deposit of $500 to open and earn stated APY. Customers are required to have another deposit relationship to receive this CD rate. May not be used with IRA rollover.•. Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawals. Account insured up to $100,000. J 1 / Asm COUNTY \J or HUMANE SOCIETY m\ These animals are available for adoption. female aussy mix, around 8 mo old ,. . )f , .. ., ,, old. ill rari> sp: .. Jtik- female blood hound, around 3vr old lif| < , £hd r.niyA.h't w 4 . . . OBtCk Itmale bOXfcl around 2 >r old 1 female rottttilcr, around 5 ft old and spayed, at 'J9R 9.00 shes a sweety YSHI An i m a l CON mwm 98/2-4060 This blue healer/collie mix was found at Ashe Park after being frightened during the fireworks. He is apx. \yr old and If not claimed, will be available for adoption. These sweet pups are chihuahua/feist mix but are not hyper as their breed would Indicate. They would be excellent with children and will remain small dogs. Sylvester Is a young adult cat who just weaned her kittens. All of the kittens are also available and are just as beautiful and wellmannered as she Is. Please give one or more of the wonderful creatures a good home. Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center directly In front of the Armory on Old We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West Jefferson, NC Email: ashehumane@skybest.com � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. 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Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JP_2007_0717 Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C., July 17, 2007] Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a title="Jefferson Post" href="http://www.jeffersonpost.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C.]</a> Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Newspapers Is Part Of A related resource in which the described resource is physically or logically included. <a title="Jefferson Post" href=" https://omeka.library.appstate.edu/collections/show/47" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Jefferson Post</a> Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Extent The size or duration of the resource. 10 pages Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-07-17 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/9dfff98062cedf454151fdcd6504937a.pdf 05a951d0fa5b5e4000eb1480efcdfae9 PDF Text Text Team places fourth in nation Friday July 20, 2007 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 wwwjeffersonpost.com Volume 82, Issue 58 See page 1B SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Board alters windmill ordinance by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Ashe County is ready to respond to anyone wishing to establish a wind energy system within its borders. A newly revised ordinance adopted Monday establishes conditions under which such systems can operate, and now the county awaits a state de­ cision on the Ridge Law. Amendments to the coun­ ty's original ordinance (ad­ opted in February) regulating wind energy systems include a lessening of the setback for utility scale turbines from 1,700 feet (residential and commercial) and 2,020 feet (educational and health facil­ ity) to 1,000 feet to be consis­ tent with other county ordi­ nances. Height requirements are set at no taller than 135 feet for small wind energy systems and no taller than 199 feet for large wind energy systems. No portion of a large wind energy system can be located or maintained on a protected mountain ridge if the top of the turbine exceeds the veg­ etative canopy by more than 35 feet. The new ordinance, pre­ pared byWilkes AttorneyTony Triplett, will impact the proj­ ect proposed on Big Springs Mountain by Northwest Wind Developers because that com­ pany has not sought a permit from the county and under the new ordinance must seek a certificate of necessity. This company is being required to do the same with the state. A decision from the North Carolina Public Utilities Commission concerning the Mountain Ridge Protection Act (Ridge Law) is expected on Aug. 8 and the Ashe Coun­ ty commissioners wanted to have a local ordinance in place in order to have a voice in the battle over the mountaintops. The commissioners enactSee Wind, page 5A Some quick changes at the Photos by Tom Fowler/ These www.tomfowler.net two aerial shots show how fast change has come to this corner at West Jefferson's busiest intersec­ tion. Arby's is seen above on May 6 of this year. To the right is the same spot, now with CVS, taken on Tuesday. What a difference! CVS has announced it will be moving from its present location into its new, larger home on Saturday, Aug. 18. Carolina West Wireless announces expansion Wilkesboro, NC July 2007Carolina West Wireless, a leading wireless and data service provider, recently announced their expansion into four additional counties in western North Carolina. Carolina West Wireless is a regional wireless provider that has been serving north­ western North Carolina for over sixteen years. The pur­ chase of additional license al­ lows Carolina West Wireless to offer service to residents within the counties of Alexan­ der, Burke, Caldwell and Ca­ tawba. Retail locations have been established in Hickory, Morganton and Lenoir to of­ fer consumers local, knowl­ edgeable service. "The expansion of Carolina West Wireless into four addi­ tional counties in North Car­ olina is a result of our success in offering wireless users reli­ able service that is competi- CWW CEO Siayton Stewart tively priced," stated Siayton Stewart, CEO Carolina West West Jefferson to look at growth issues In a similar manner, but on a smaller scale than the highly publicized "Defend Charlotte" effort going on down the mountain, West Jef­ ferson is about to undertake a growth management plan. With the assistance of the High Country Council of Gov­ ernments, the Town of West Jefferson Planning Board has recently begun work on an important new project: the development of the town's first ever land use plan. This will be a guide through which the citizens of West Jefferson will make choices about how land development and rede­ velopment should occur, and how it will be managed. The purpose of the land use plan is to provide a guide, with long range recommenda­ tions, for the coordinated de­ velopment of property within the planning jurisdiction of the town. Elements that will be addressed in the plan in­ clude land use, transportation and utility infrastructure, and the town's physical en­ vironment. The plan will also identify community goals and objectives and recommended actions for implementation. The planning board's pri­ mary mission is to provide a vision for improving the town's overall quality of life. "The planning board wants to craft a land use plan which is user-friendly, will clarify ex­ isting town policies, and will establish action strategies for the town to implement in order to promote orderly growth," said Town Manager Greg McGinnis. Mayor Dale Baldwin said, "We want everybody to have a voice in putting this plan to­ gether, and the best way to do this is for the town to provide a chance for folks to be a part of the process." In an effort to give citizens the opportunity to participate in the development of the See Growth, page 5A Harry Potter party Harry Potter fans are in­ vited to attend a party at Skyland Books & Gifts Fri­ day at 10:30 p.m. to celebrate the arrival of the last book in the series, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. The funs begins with spe­ cial Harry Potter refresh­ ments and games with lots of prizes, such as Harry Pot­ ter glasses, key rings, stick­ ers and more. The highlight of the party will be the cos­ Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpo8t.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified^effersonpost.com editorial@jeffer8onpost.com tume contest. Partygoers are encouraged to dress as any character they prefer—but they don't have to dress in costume to attend the party. First prize will be a free copy of the book. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows will go on sale at the stroke of mid­ night. For more information, call Skyland Books & Gifts at 336-846-2660. Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,616 U.S. service people killed (as of 7/18) 26,806 U.S. service people wounded (as of 7/18) Wireless. "We encourage resi­ dents of Hickory, Lenoir, Mor­ ganton and the surrounding area to visit Carolina West Wireless and find out how we can meet your wireless com­ munication needs." Carolina West Wireless, headquartered in Wilkesboro, North Carolina offers a large selection of the latest phones and rate plans that offer lo­ cal, regional and national coverage. Additionally, Shout • RELAY FOR LIFE Come on out tonight (Fri­ day, July 20) to the Ashe County High School football field and track in West Jef­ ferson to participate in the 12th annual American Can­ cer Society Relay for Life. Gates will open at 6 p.m. and you won't want to miss one minute of the night. This year, the "Relay Town Square" will be set up near the main entrance of the football field (where you en­ ter for football games) and you'll be able to visit all the team tents to see what they have. In keeping with this year's service makes wireless avail­ able for virtually everyone as there is no contract, no credit approval and no age require­ ment. Carolina West Wireless is active within the communi­ ties they serve by donating GPS capable phones to local school districts to be used on buses in case of an emergen­ cy. They also support the local schools through the School Rebate Program, offered ex­ clusively through Carolina West Wireless. The program allows subscribers to select a local school of their choice and then Carolina West Wire­ less donates 3% of that cus­ tomer's monthly local service fee to the school. All of this at no cost to the customer or the school. For more information on Carolina West Wireless, call 800-235-5007 or visit online at www.carolinawest.com. theme, "Movies," most of the teams have picked a movie title and will have events to match. You will be able to bid on baskets of goodies and homemade crafts (silent auction style), there will be tattoos (non-permanent), a tent with Bingo, Uno and other card games, a color­ ing contest for children, bounce houses, hamburgers, chicken wings, slushies and ice cream, as well as a kids carnival. Children of all ages can try Flexflying, which is a brand new event this year. There will be event pro­ grams available at the gate for a nominal donation to help you keep track of all the night's activities. Also, please stop by and see Miss Pearl and Miss Ilene in the concession stand for some of their famous pintos and cornbread, as well as pizza, hot dogs, bratwurst and sour kraut, fried pies, cakes, cook­ ies and brownies. Come on out Ashe County, and help the American Can­ cer Society raise funds to make cancer a disease of the past. Let'B help them meet their goal while remember­ ing loved ones that are no longer fighting, those still in the fight and those that could be affected at any time. Dur­ ing the luminary service at dusk, help light up the night and celebrate all of Ashe County's "Stars." Relay for Life starts tonight Vendors sought for festival In order to preserve and promote the lo­ cal heritage and culture, The Ola Belle Reed Homecoming Festival is offering a special price to artists and artisans with Handmade Crafts and artwork. The festival will be held in Lansing on August 17-19. A 12 foot x 12 foot space, normallly priced at $100, will be $50 for two days. Please send a brief description High Country Networking If you are new to Ashe County, a summer resi­ dent, or simply looking to learn about the com­ munity, High Country Networking of Ashe is the place to be. New ideas, old ideas, opportunities for learning, business, and leisure: What are your in­ terests? Drop by T. Gray's in downtown West Jefferson; tune in to what's going on in the area; plug in to issues and activities that appeal to you. The group meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month. The next meeting is scheduled for July 25 at 5:15 p.m. of your product, with any pictures you would like to share, and a check for $50 to: Ola Belle Reed Festival Committee, P.O. Box 72, Lan­ sing, NC 28643. For more information feel free to call Don Greene at 336-384-501. T. Gray's is a new restaurant across from West Jefferson Town Hall and beside Skyland Books on Jefferson Avenue. For more information, call 846-9488.. Author to have signing Saturday Blowing Rock author Bart Bare will be at Skyland Books & Gifts Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to sign his book, Satan's Bargain. 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UC. 070793 001/070793/030 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JULY 20, 2007 PAGE 3A SOCIALS CLEARANCE LANE SECTIONAL SOFA COMOK Lowest Price of the Year! s899u" BROYH1LL DINING ROOM Black or Stain •Broyhill Hudlers celebrate fifth anniversary Happy Fifth Anniversary (on July 20) to David and Tanya Hudler. If God had not put you together, we would not have been here. We love you, Mommy and Daddy! Love, Kenadie and Kirklyn Baby News Jessica and Daniel Goodman of Fleetwood would like to announce the birth of their son, Matthew Eian Goodman. He was born July 5,2007, at Ashe Memorial Hospi­ tal. The baby weighed 7 pounds, 2.3 ounces and was 18 inches long. He will be welcomed home by his big brothers Dan­ iel Ryan Goodman and Austin Lane Goodman, and grandparents Gary and Cynthia Ruther­ ford, Lane Goodman and Nancy Ellison. Michelle and Jay Weller announce the birth of their daughter, Audrey Joy Weller, who was born May 3, 2007, at Cannon Memorial Hos­ pital. She weighed 7 pounds. Grandparents are Joyce and Bob Fournier of Fleetwood and JoAnn and Walter Weller of Spanish Fort, Ala. Flor Martinez Cavarrubias and Hector Fermin Garcia Vasquez of Sparta announce the birth of their son, Jose Rey Garcia-Martinez. He was born July 2, 2007 at Ashe Memorial Hospital, and weighed 7 pounds, 12.6 ounces and was 20 inches long. He will be welcomed home by his big brother, Hector Gar­ cia-Martinez, and grandparents Marina and Jose Reyes Marti­ nez and Tomasa Vasquez and Sabino Garcia. Jessica and Chris Hart of Warrensville announce the birth of their daughter, Abigail Faith Hart. She was born July 12, 2007, at Ashe Memorial Hospi­ tal. She weighed 6 pounds and 12.8 ounces, and was 19.3 inches long. Grandparents are Gary and Kathy Marsh and Netty Hart. Marixa Hart and Cliff Larson of Warrensville an­ nounce the birth of their daughter, Brooklyn Faithe Larson. She was born July 16, 2007, weighing 6 pounds, 1 ounce, and was 18.5 inches long. She will be welcomed home by big brother Damian Larson and grandparents Kelly and Tim Matney, Debbie and Donnie McKittrick and Loretta and Max Sharpe. Michelle Chappell and Juan Merios of Crumpler announce the birth of their daughter, The­ resa Merios. She was born July 7, 2007, at Watauga Medical Center. She weighed 7 pounds, 7 ounces. Stephanie Lyall and Joey Testerman announce the birth of their daughter, Kaitlyn Mi­ chelle Testerman. She was born on July 9, 2007, at Watauga Medical Center and weighed 7 pounds, 12 ounces. LAMPS & PICTURES BASIC Jerry Beach, Alissa Marsh, Mott Pruitt Fast • Courteous • Confidential Service 409D South Main Street • West Jefferson, NC 336-246-3900 Throughout The Store Jim's Corner FURNITURE STORE 160 Northwest School Rd. • Warrensville, NC 336-384-2929 �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Political payback hurts region Congressman Patrick Henry, R-NC, the freshman representative whose dis­ trict is on our southern border, walked into a politi­ cal trap of his own making last month. Henry had been a very vocal critic of earmarks—a polite term in Congress for pork barrel politics. Much of the criticism is justified, because a fair amount of this money is used to build support for the incumbent back home. But it is a sen­ sitive issue, and "my" ear­ mark is never pork, where­ as "someone else's" (espe­ cially of another party) is always shameless misuse of public funds. Henry's most recent blast came when he attacked the Democratic leadership for wanting to keep their pork a secret until just before it was time to vote. That was ridiculous, and Henry, for­ tunately, was on the win­ ning side. But such wins carry with them a price. When Henry had his own earmark, it was, natu­ rally payback time for his outspoken criticism. His earmark was defeated on a 249-174 vote—the only such funding request delet­ ed so far this session. Did we hear the sound of mem­ bers of Congress scratching each others' backs? Unfortunately, the $129,000 allocation Henry sought was an important one for our neighbors in Mitchell County, but it was made to order for those who wanted to teach the freshman a lesson. The money would have expanded a local commer­ cial project called Home of the Perfect Christmas Tree, which was started by the Mitchell County Development Authority in 2003. This business has proven successful—First Lady Laura Bush last year used decorations from the store for two White House trees—and is ready to expand. But that takes money, and that is what Henry sought. Mitchell County, like Ashe, has suffered seri­ ous job losses thanks to trade agreements such as NAFTA. Unlike Ashe, there has been little offset and Mitchell has seen a third of its jobs disappear in just five years. Putting the future of people on the line for a political payback is shame­ ful. Every earmark needs to be debated openly and passed on its merits— which should not include helping the incumbent get re-elected. By that stan­ dard, we would suggest, Henry's item would have passed easily and many other items would have ended up on the budget cutting floor. We believe Congress needs to take a second look at Mitchell County and reconsider this purely political decision. If such innovative projects pros­ per, they can offer hope to other counties, such as ours. The success of Home of the Perfect Christmas Tree is important for Ashe County as well as Mitchell, as it can prove the poten­ tial for such homegrown industries. It does not need to suffer because of mere politics. MA fi&VLlBS From the woodshed To the Editor: I was recently offered a free trip behind the woodshed in these pages. This was in re­ sponse to my letter on acting president Reagan's legacy to the shrub. At the end of his second term president Eisenhower warned the nation of the dan­ gerous influence of the mili­ tary-industrial complex. Thirty years before Ma­ jor General Smedley But­ ler, USMC who was twice a Medal of Honor winner said similar things in a speech to congress; "I suspected I was just part of a racket at the time. Now I am sure of it. Like all the members of the military pro­ fession, I never had a thought of my own until I left the ser­ vice. My mental faculties re­ mained in suspended anima­ tion while I obeyed the orders of higher-ups. This is typical with everyone in the military service. "I helped make Mexico, especially Tampico, safe for American oil interests in 1914. I helped make Haiti and Cuba a decent place for the Nation­ al City Bank boys to collect revenues in. I helped in the raping of half a dozen Central American republics for the benefits of Wall Street. The record of racketeering is long. I helped purify Nicaragua for the international banking house of Brown Brothers in 1909-1912. I brought light to the Dominican Republic for American sugar interests in 1916. In China I helped to see to it that Standard Oil went its way unmolested. "During those years, I had, as the boys in the back room would say, a swell racket. Looking back on it, I feel that I could have given A1 Capone a few hints. The best he could do was to operate his racket PAGE 4A FRIDAY, JULY 20, 2007 DID \btJ HEAR WW ABCA)TTUATNEW0TVPY 1UAT TALK "W YfcN M\fcW A& WQWEN? / ur uinr UP WW? « S Y L mDru,ln vWbiWP , Ybuwwt6?« ® sera gJgSf n C'NWAWBtyr GIVE US THE REPLAY F YW&ik— Letters to the Editor in three districts. I operated on three continents." I often speak of what our gov't has done to Native Americans. This doesn't even begin to address what has been done, in our name, in the rest of the world. We weren't in danger of invasion by Gre­ nada, Haiti, Panama or Iraq, just for starters. If you support such ag­ gression what's the difference between you and those who supported Hitler or Stalin? Perhaps you tell yourself its patriotism. That would admit that patriotism is aggressive and selfish. The belief that we are the greatest leads us to justify behavior we don't tolerate in others. This is demonstrated many ways as this country is rotted by self-interest. What kind of gov't do we have where the people speak but no one listens? We have the "best government money can buy" and despite the arti­ ficial "right/left" designations in politics, what we really have is the wealthy continu­ ing to, immorally, use the working people. They're stealing our Con­ stitution in fits and starts under the disguise of wars for corporate resources such as the "oil wars" we have now in the Middle East. These are the wars General Butler was speaking of. This is the mili­ tary-industrial complex prof­ iting at our expense as Eisen­ hower warned about. One day Americans will wake up and there will be no food left, but it won't matter because there will also be no clean air and no fresh water. Corporations in control of our "government" will have creat­ ed the situation and will own everything. Regan and his successors have increased meddling in the affairs of other nations for power and profit. Publicly they speak of freedom and democracy but their actions show the lie of their words. We're never going to deal with the crises we face in the world until we face the histo­ ry of our involvement. We're not going to deal with the cor­ ruption in American politics until we understand how it works. If you get your infor­ mation from mainstream me­ dia, and especially Fox; news or political critter, you won't understand anyway because they spend more time on missing blond girls. Our "super power" has only increased terrorism, mil­ itarism, and human rights violations. America needs to reclaim itself; to recommit to its original principles of personal freedom, civil lib­ erties and social justice, to reject the demagoguery and warmongering of the Regan/ bush years, to restore our belief the presumption of in­ nocence and the rule of law. Most important, we need to reclaim our honor. Craig Dudley Waiting for letter To the Editor: I read Mr. Drew Martin's letter on the Legacy of Ron­ ald Reagan. I would like to ask Mr. Martin to give us a letter on the Legacy of George W. Bush. I will be waiting to read this. Dean Baldwin Cartoonist's legacy: Straight, true and stubborn ^ CIVILIAN CASUALTIES Post Jefferson g Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Production Manager/Webmaster Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Business Manager Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Linda Burchette Kelly Elliott Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Sandra Osborne Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. "He will be missed." Doug Marlette would have laughed at this kind of tribute. "It's passive, weak, meaning­ less. Who will miss me? How? Why? Get some spark in that sentence or nobody is going to remember it. Get real," I can hear him saying. I can hear that kind of com­ plaint from him, even though a July 10 automobile accident in Mississippi took his life. He always wanted commu­ nication to be direct, to the point, and shot squarely at the heart, without any apol­ ogy. Maybe that is why I will miss his political cartoons so much. They were almost always edgy. Even when I agreed with his point of view, as I usually did, they could make me uncomfortable. In making a fair point, he might not always be fair. Marlette would not argue that point. He would simply say that a cartoonist has certain liber­ ties to exaggerate, and, in­ deed, has a responsibility to punctuate and hit hard. Hit hard he did. At his fu­ neral, columnist Kathleen Parker reminded us about one of Marlette's controver­ sial cartoons. Maybe you re­ member it. Captioned "What would Mohammed drive?", it showed a bearded man in Middle East costume driving a Ryder truck with an atom bomb in the back. Earlier this year, Parker reported, when a book titled "Killed Cartoons" came out, the publisher had removed Marlette's "What would Mo­ hammed drive?" cartoon from the volume. T h i s kind of cartoon­ ing made Marlette of lots enemies and won for him a Pulit­ zer Prize. D.G. Martin But there was much more, as Parker pointed out in a column last week. "The public knew Doug primarily as cartoon boy. Funny Doug could make you laugh. Gim­ let-eyed Doug could make you cringe. But the private Doug was a deep diver, a thinker of exquisite dimension who was most concerned with the profound tragedy of human existence. 'How do any of us get through it?' he often won­ dered aloud." Marlette sought outlets other than political cartoon­ ing to share his ideas and concerns. In the comic pages, his "Kudzu" gave us an almost daily sermon by the country preacher Will B. Dunn. "Kud­ zu" also became a wonderful musical that will someday be an American classic. (On the day of his death he was trav­ eling in Mississippi to visit a group of high school students who are preparing a new pro­ duction of the musical. The Red Clay Ramblers performed several songs from "Kudzu" at Marlette's funeral.) What will I miss most? I will miss what we will never see—Marlette's mature liter­ ary work. He recently pub­ lished two novels and was at work on a third. His obviously autobiographical first novel, "The Bridge," won praise both as an honest and critical selfexamination and as an ex­ ploration of North Carolina's sometime sorry history of la­ bor relations. It also brought, unfortunately and unneces­ sarily, an unhappy breach be­ tween Marlette and many of his friends and colleagues in Hillsborough. "Magic Time," his second novel, came out late last year. Though much of it par­ allels Marlette's life, it is a giant step beyond the auto­ biographical features of his first book. Instead, his fic­ tional retelling of the Civil Rights struggles of the 1960's and their continuing impact on our lives found its target right in my gut. "Magic Time" is a powerful book. But its pri­ mary importance might have been in the promise it showed for Marlette's future literary work. Metro Magazine publisher and editor Bernie Reeves, speaking at the funeral, also saw Marlette's promise. "Like the best of heroes, Doug was brave, compassionate and tal­ ented - and relentless in his pursuit of truth. But he was most poignantly identified as a child of the South. You could say his literary career was motivated by his fierce desire to untangle us all - and him­ self." What might have been, however, is not to be. Instead, as Joe Klein wrote in Time Magazine and then said again at Marlette's fu­ neral, "I wish Doug were around to reflect on the gothic ridiculousness of his own death, at age 57, on a back road in Mississippi, in a colli­ sion with a loblolly pine that was as straight and true and stubborn as he was." D.G. Martin is the host of UNC-TVs North Carolina Bookwatch, which airs Fri­ days at 9:30 p.m. and Sun­ days at 5 p.m. www.unctv. org / ncbookwatch /. Check his blog and view prior programs at www.unctv.org I ncbook­ watch! This week's (July 20) guest is Michele Bowen, author of "Holy Ghost Corner." Bowen is the leading author in the African-American Christian literary genre. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JULY 20, 2007 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Fiddler's Convention set for August 4 It's nearly time for some good old-fashioned pickin' and grinnin' - Ashe County style. The 37th Annual Olde Time/ Bluegrass Fiddler's Conven­ tion will be held on Saturday, Aug. 4, at Ashe County Park. Musicians from around the region will be performing and competing for prizes on such instruments as fiddle, guitar, banjo and mandolin. Gates open at 3:30 p.m. The Junior's Division starts at 4 p.m. followed by the In­ dividual Competition and Band Competition around 5 p.m. This is an acoustical competition with no electric instruments, horns or drums allowed. Sponsored by the Jeffersons Rotary Club, and with the financial assistance of area individuals and busi­ nesses, the Fiddler'a Conven­ tion raises money for scholar­ ships to Ashe County High School students. Some of those previous recipients will be assisting with the event. The Fiddler's Conven­ tion draws contestants and attendees from all over the Southeast. Past participants include some of the top lo­ cal names among regional bluegrass performers, and even some nationally-recog­ nized musicians as well. Last year, national banjo cham­ pion, award-winning guitar­ ist and music teacher Steve Lewis backed up some of his students in the expanded Junior's Division while na­ tional banjo champion Eric Hardin and renowned gui­ tarist Wayne Henderson also performed. This year's event features expanded competition oppor­ tunities for junior perform­ ers, with a Junior's Division open to individual perform­ ers 14 years old and younger. Ribbons will be awarded to the top performers. The club appreciates the county's assistance again this year," said Mick Phil­ lips, 2006-07 president of the Jeffersons Rotary Club. "We are continuing a great event for the community, our high school students and our Ro­ tary Club. It will feature, as usual, the best in both young musicians' competition and traditional bluegrass and old-time band performances. There will be something for everyone this year." • Advance tickets are $8 each. Children under 12 years are admitted free of charge. Tickets on the date of the Fiddlers' Convention are $10 each. Advance tickets may be purchased at Burgess Furniture, Parker Tie, Bluemoon Guitars and Music, and the Ashe County Chamber of Commerce, all located in West Jefferson. Jeffersons Rotary Club 2007 Scholarship Recipients: Presidential, Emily Gam­ ble, $2,000; D.E. Hightower, Andrea Cheek, $1,000; Frank M. James, Alexandra Eller, $1,000; D.C. Jones, Jennifer Rose, $1,000; Jack Miller, Kaleb Davis, $1,000; Ira T. John­ ston, Coleman Payne, $1,000; Alfred and Ruth Hurt, Kassandra Roberts, $2,000; Al­ fred and Ruth Hurt, Leia Eldreth, $1,000; Rotary, Cori Little, $1,000; Interact, Kath­ leen Gammons, $500; Inter­ act, Kristen Elledge, $500; Rotary, Julia Phipps, $500; Rotary, Ethan Goodman, $250; Rotary, Jessica Mar­ tin, $250. Total awarded is $10,000. Chief and Child series completed North Carolina Coopera­ tive Extension, Ashe County Center recently completed its annual Chef and Child Series, a hands-on opportu­ nity for children, ages 10 to 12, to learn beginning cook­ ing skills, nutrition, food and kitchen safety, table settings, table manners, and career education. Jennifer Miller, Extension 4-H Agent, Carolyn Shepherd, Family and Con­ sumer Sciences Agent along with Michael Little from Morning Star Cafe conducted the workshop. The goal of the program is to encourage healthy eating, each day children prepared recipes with fruits and vege­ tables, many of which children had never experienced. Chil­ dren commented, "Chef and Child let me try new things". One of the dishes Chef Little prepared was Ratatouille, explaining that it was once a peasant's dish made from whatever was available. The combination of squash, onion, tomatoes, and garlic had chil­ dren asking for seconds. Par­ ticipants also sampled many other dishes such as pyramid pizzas made with fresh vegeta­ bles, vegetable lasagna made with whole wheat noodles, gingerbread muffins where children learned to read a rec­ ipe, measure dry and liquid ingredients correctly and sev­ eral participants experienced molasses for the first time. Children shared several com­ ments about their experience at Chef and Child: • The best fun all sum­ mer!" • "Eat at least 1 Vi cups of fruit each day." • "Try new foods - if you do not like them at least you tried it." f i® S&H Foundation and Corporate Lowes Foods. For additional information contact North Carolina Cooperative Exten­ sion, Ashe County Center at 336-219-2650. For special accommoda­ tions please contact Coop­ erative Extension at (336) 219-2650. In order to provide special accommodations we must be notified at least two weeks prior to the event. Do you know someone who such as adding wheelchair North Carolina State Uni­ versity and North Carolina needs with help with home re­ ramps, floor repairs, yardwork, cleaning and painting. A&T State University commit pairs? This Christian ministry Carolina Cross Connection themselves to positive action serves Ashe, Alleghany, Wilkes to secure equal opportunity is back for the summer. regardless of race, color, creed, Once again, high school- and Watauga counties. derstanding of what to expect national origin, religion, sex, aged and adult volunteers Anyone requesting work this year at Blue Ridge! age, or disability. In addition, are in the county, based at may call 336-877-2058. The the two Universities welcome Elk Shoals United Methodist work is free, and materials all persons without regard to Campground. Their ministry is for these projects are provided Kindergarten: July 30 First grade: July 31 sexual orientation. to complete minor home repairs through donations. Second grade: Aug. 1 Third grade: Aug. 2 Fourth grade: Aug. 3 Fifth grade: Aug. 6 continued from front page Sixth grade: Aug. 7 new plan, the planning board John Weaver. "I've lived here we have a chance to look into will hold two public meetings, all my life, and we've seen lots the future and help shape our where citizens will provide of change over the years. Now town." direct input into all phases Now in Digital Sound of the land use planning pro­ and windmills come our way, cess. The first public meet­ we need to have an ordinance ing is being planned for late in order to have a voice. We summer or early fall. At these may someday get backed into meetings, citizens will be able a corner and have to vote one to vote on the land use plan­ way or another, but until then ning objectives which are the we will have the ordinance in most important to them, and Sun-Thurs 7PM Only place." help form recommendations Fri & Sat 7 & 9 PM concerning future develop­ ment in the town. "I'm excited about this," said planning board member • "I learned how to make a lot of healthy stuff that tasted good." • "A fun experience." • "Best cooking experience I ever had." The Chef and Child Pro­ gram is sponsored in part by the American Culinary Federation, Chef and Child Carolina Cross Connection returns Blue Ridge holds Meet the Teacher Nights Attention Blue Ridge El­ ementary School parents and students! A Meet the Teachers Night will be held at Blue Ridge to end summer break, welcom­ ing parents and students to a new school year. Below is a list of the grade levels and dates/times for parents and their children to attend. All sessions will begin in the auditorium at 5:30 p.m. and last approximately an hour. Third and fifth grade sessions will last a little lon­ ger due to a presentation on the EOG and Gateway year. Please come meet your child's teacher and gain a better un­ Growth Wind continued from front page ed their ordinance through wind ordinance. Jeff Martin said the wind police powers to deal with a regulatory issue, in this case farm visited by the commis­ to have a local ordinance in sioners in West Virginia was place in response to any state destructive to the scenery with only five turbines. To decision on the issue. Commission Chairman have 30 on a ridge would de­ Richard Blackburn told the stroy the whole central area citizens gathered Monday at of the county," he said. Joe Martin thanked the a hearing on the ordinance, that the county is enacting commissioners for the efforts this ordinance in order to they have made in preparing have a say in what happens the ordinance, and Phil Stan­ ley said he appreciated the in Ashe County. "We are in a position only reduction in the setback. "I to regulate, not prohibit really feel we need wind ener­ windmills," he said."If we had gy," Stanley said. "Don't stop land use planning or zoning, the process. Don't write an our hand would be strength­ ordinance to keep this project ened." Blackburn said the from going, and don't make it commissioners sought legal so tough that we have to go to assistance in their efforts, court to make it happen. We did research on the subject of don't want to be covered up wind energy, and visited sites in windmills either. We need where wind turbines are op­ land use planning." Cynthia Wadsworth of erating as they prepared this ordinance. They recently vis­ Creston said her father ited utility scale wind farms fought for the Ridge Law in West Virginia, and the in the 1980s to protect the planning board is expected to mountain ridgelines, and she visit a similar site in Tennes­ opposes large wind energy systems in Ashe County. see later this month. 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Jorinon.US li'e are proud that they chose to register with us for VIETRF Irresistibly Italian Sfiat(ey Springs Uptown Jewelry <$t Gijis 846-6795 �PAGE 6A FRIDAYJULY 20, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Religion Warrensville UMC awards $11,000 in scholarships The Warrensville United Methodist Scholarship Com- mittee recently awarded $7,000 in new scholarships Warrensville United Methodist Church and $4,000 for renewals for a total of $11,000 for the 200708 school year. Audrey Brown received a $2,000 scholarship. Audrey is the daughter of John and Wendy Brown of Three Top Circle, West Jefferson. She plans to attend Appalachian State University. Steven Sterlyn Bumgar- ner received a $2,000 schol­ attend N.C. State University. arship. Sterlyn lives with his Adam Trivette received a grandparents, Howard and $1,000 scholarship. Adam is Brenda Pierce of Fleetwood. the son of James and Carol He plans to attend N.C. State Trivette of Fleetwood. He University. plans to attend Wilkes Com­ Ethan Goodman received munity College. Brittany Pierce Karnaukh a $2,000 scholarship. Ethan is the son of Jim and Kim and Sharon Jones' $2,000 Goodman of Watertank Road, scholarships were renewed West Jefferson. He plans to for the 2007-08 school year. We would like to take tfd& opportunity to express our sincere gratitude to everyone dming die loss of our dear loved one, 'Bang E. Trice. Tfiank gou to our dear family, friends, and neigfihors for your kind words of sympathy and encouragement, food, flowers, money and prayers. cA special tfiank you to Boone Family Funeral 7Come, Officer Jeff 1ipse, Jimmy iCendnx, Ben, Sandy and Lynn. cAlso cAntfiony Tpark, 'ifardin Qilley and Terry Woods for die beautiful tribute. We appreciate eveiydiing you Have done and may Qod liciily bless you!! The family of Bang Evan Trice New River Voluteer Fire & Rescue Photo courtesy of Sam Shumate The winners (left-right): Ethan Goodman, Adama Trivette and Audrey Brown. Not pictured: Sterlyn Bumgarner. ightier than the thunder of the great waters, mightier than the - breakers of the sea the Lord On High is mighty. Plates include: 1/2 Chicken or Pork BBQ, Slaw, Baked Beans, Roll & Dessert PSALM 93:4 Warrensville UMC schol­ arships are renewed for up to four years as long as the recipient continues to meet the introductory guidelines and make application. This fund is a non-profit organiza­ tion dedicated to helping the youth of Ashe County and surrounding areas to further their education. © 2007 by King Features Syndicate, Inc. World rights reserved. Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA Assembly of God Church Bald Mtn. Baptist Church Baldwin Community Church Pastor George Norris Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman Pastor: Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 1549 Hwy 194 South - Todd (I mi. offHwy 221) SUNDAY - Sunday School 10:00AM Visit With Us This Sunday '846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Corner of Fan-Roland A McNeil Si.»• Jefferson W West - Left on McNeil, One Block) Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a m Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m. 246-2979 220 Lynch ColvurdRd., Jefferson, NC Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. 1460 Bald Mtn. Rd., I Vest Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a m Sunday Morning Worship Service - 11:00am Sunday Evening Worship - " 00pm Wednesday Es-ening - 100pm Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2042 Worship 11:00AM and 6.00PM MONDAY - Community Care 6:00PM (Prayer & Outreach) WEDNESDAY- Family Night 7:00PM (All ages) (Missions Ministry. Van Ministry, Teen Time) "A Church focused • on faith, family A the future" Blue Ridge Worship Center 336-877-2801 495 Highway 194 South Pastor Lewis Poag Church of Christ at West Jefferson Pastor: J.F. Dixon • 336-982-9497 221 Burnett St., (Qff Buck Mtn Road) lioug Frazier, Minister Sun Bible Study 10:00 a m' Worship 11:00 am Evening Worshipft:1)0p.m. Wednesday 7^00 pm Bible Study, 846-5615 Churc h Office or 846-5616 Preacher 's Residence Sunday School -10:00 am Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Worship Service - Sunday Worship 11:00 a m 11:00 am c& 6:00 pm And He led them us far as to Beihony AW '' *• "Join 11s in worship to Christ ami He blessed them" Luke24:50 Big Flatts Baptist Church Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Pastor, Chris Cox Cornerstone Fellowship Baldmnuiilainihurch.org Email: Baldmountainf^skvbest.com Bethany United Methodist Church Hwy 16 S at Glendale Springs Beaver Creek Christian Church Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Friendship Baptist Church Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 Sunday Morning Worship Sunday Evening Worship Services en Espanol 8:30AM and 11:00AM 6:00PM Sabados a las - 6:00PM Family Time - 9:30AM Wednesday Bible Study Clascs de ESL Sunday School -10:00AM 6:45PM Servicios a las - 7:00PM Nursery provided fur all services . Services: Sunday School 10:00 a m Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p m Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! Jim Dawes, Minister Sunday School 10:00 a m Morning Worship 11:00 a m Evening Service 6:30 p.m Burnett St • West Jefferson Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church 846-3954 Pastor Sean Hrigman 246-9031 Non-Denominational Deep Ford Rd , Lansing Sunday School at 10:00 a m. Casual & Contemporary Saturday Night 7:00 p m Sunday .Morning Breakfast 10:30 a m Sunday Worship 11 00 a.m. Sunday School 9:50 a m Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Sundav Evening Worship 7:00p.m. Prayer Meeting Wed night 7:00 p.m. Healing Springs Baptist Church Friendly Grove Baptist Church Buck Mountain Road Weil Jefferson 246-3820 Sunday Evening Worship al 6:00 p m. Jefferson United Methodist Church Kev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor 115 F.ast Main St.. Jefferson. NC (334) 246-9512 9:00a.m. Early Worship 9:45 a m. - Sunday School for all ages II 00 a.m. - Formal Worship Service Ml Friendship RaptLs! Church RdJcfTerson. NC Rev. David Grinnell • 982-2080 Sunday School • 9:00 n.m Sunday Worship Servers -10 00 am Sunday Evening Services • 6:00p m Wednesday Evening Service - 7 00p m Fleetwood, NC Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh 9178 Old Hwy. 16 • Crumpler. Sunday School - 10:00AM, Sunday Morning Worship Service- 11:00A M. Sunday Evening Worship Service - 7:00P M. Wednesday Evening Service - 7 00P.M Worship at 11:00 a m We invite vrm io join us for a God centered. family worshipping experience Church 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 Came join us for a joyful worship experience North Beaver Baptist Parish of the Holy Communion "Loves you and wants you (Episcopalian) lo fellowship with us every Sunday.'" Holy Trinity Church Hwy. 163 West Jefferson Glendale Springs am Worship • 11:00 AM Pastor: Tun Roten Worship Times: Sunday School • A Worship A.M. Sunday Preaching Service - 6:00 P.M. Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study • 7:00 P.M. Robert St. off Bare (Church) 846-9378 846-7481 We have a nursery and children churches available St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church Smethporl Independant Baptist Church Warrensville United Methodist Chureh 192 Church Street 336-384-3391 Sunday School - 10:00AM Worship - 9:00AM Ml. Jefferson Baptist Church Rev. Keith Casey 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson. NC (336) 246-4764 9:45 a.m. Sunday • Sunday School 11:00 am Sutuhrv • Worship Sendee 6:30p.m. Sunday • Sum!ay Night Sendee 6:00 p m Monday • T.E.A.M. 10:00 a.m Tuesday • Joy in the Morning 7 00 p m Wednesday • Prayer Meetinn We would love to have you come worship with us. Mt. Paddy Church Wednesdnv,Evening Service 7:00pm "A Life Worth Living!" Mt. Jefferson Church }£& of the Nazarene "Come as you are. you will he loved Sunday School 10:00 a m Worship & Praise 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m Wednesday Bihle Study 7:00 p.m 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinli Main A Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun Morning Mass - 9:00 am Saturday Evening Mass 5:00m English A 7:00pmSpanish Weekday Morn Mass • Call for limes Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church Billy Robinson • Pastor Adult Sunday School - 9:30 AM Childrens Sunday School -10:00 AM Pastor James T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 194 and 88 West, Smethporl, NC Sunday School 9 45 a.m. • Worship 11:00 a.m Sunday Nighl Services 6:30pm Wednesday Service 7:00p.m Missions Budding by Faith Promise 9:30 .M. 10:30 Visitors become family Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00 p.m of Warrensville Pastor: Kevin Morgan 336-667-6092 10:00 . . Pastor Rick Miller Sunday School • 16:00 a m Morning Worship • 11:00am Seventh-Day Adventist Church Saturday Services: Bible School- 10:00 AM Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Phone - 982-3076 Welcome Home Baptist Church West Jefferson United Methodist Church Offer Plume: 3&W.94I0• Ket. buit /««- Pastor Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson. North Carolina Sunday School • 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. Sunday Evenings (2nd «c 4th) • 7:00PM Wednesday Nighl Bible Study • 7:00PM Youth Services • Sunday • 6:00PM Children's Church and Nursery Provided Van Transportation Available We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! Pastor Home: 336-384-3188 • CeU: 336-977-1009 www.wjumc.net To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 Corner of Hwy. RID-A-BUG 221 8c Cherry St. EXTERMINATING & Pest Jefferson Termite 246-6077 HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPPLY. INC. 141 Lyalle Lane, Jefferson, NC (Just off Ashe Rark Road) Open Mon-Fri • 7am-5pm Ashe County pjJQ Builders Supply ( ompirlt Lint of Building Supphrs" Control 246-4222 SteakLouse Compliments of VANNOY & SONS fyL , CONSTRUCTION Weekly Specialties Hwy 16 k 163 Interaection Glendale Springs, N.C. • 336-982-3060 Boone, NC 336-246-3367 Mountain Aire Seafood & Ml Praisr lit Tn hud For Our Sacrttt' Old Hwy 221-S. Beavti Creek • Wett Jeffenon VANNOY COMPANY rfflEMr) \VKr J 203 East 1" Street • West Jefferson, NC Convenient 7 Days A Week WidSBb ('o.vsTnrrrii)x Commercial and Residential P(> Box 972 • West Jefferson. NC 336-246-6482 Fax: 246-6402 336-246-7101 739 US Hwy 221 Bus JWfT Jefferson West We Offer LP Gas • Gas Heaters Fire Logs • Cooking Equipment Call Pete at 246-7039 246-9969 828264-9061 Serving Ashe County tor over 20 Years tvww.mackbrownlnc.com The Jewel Shoppe H&W Oil Company 24-HOUR BURNER SERVICE 785 East Main Street The Mountain Village Shopping Centi Jeffmon, NC jS^ roup Ful Service OH Company "too Dr Pepper Bottling Company 846-9241 Ronnie Hopkins Ca|| Asm Coon CHEESE ty Or Mountain Cheddar Chan tfOvFmtQvMBitttr West Jefferson 246-4591 203 South Second Ave. . West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.jeffersonpost.com 336-846-7164 Fax: 336-846-7165 Jefferson, NC ivzviv.ashcmctnorial.org Mt. Jefferson Oil 246-7131 JEFFERSON POST .'ZfiKhu 200 Hospital Ave. 106 E. Main St. MHBIB 246-2501 336-246-4155 High Country Paint & Performance Pollard Glass 211 Burkett Avenue West Jefferson, NC 336-846-4176 Q CARDINAL LANES 1358 W. King Street • Boone 828-264-0439 or 800-452-0343 P PPG Paints 3-M Products UU|9 Billy Blcvins • Tommy Little ^^ Family Fun Center "Church Groups Welcome" Discounted Rates 787 Hwy 221. West Jefferson 336-246-7077 Evenings K-jboFo fcoeme Kultota, 9hc Your Local Equipment Dealer For All Your Equipment Needs 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap. NC 828-263-8464 • www.boonekubota.com �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JULY 20, 2007 PAGE 7A COMMUNITY NEWS Concert to honor heritage award winners Ashe library to host health programs The Virginia Folklife Pro­ gram at the Virginia Founda­ tion for the Humanities will present Virginia's National Treasures Concert at the Blue Ridge Music Center on Sunday, July 22, at 2 p.m. The center is located at Milepost 213 on the Blue Ridge Park­ way. Tickets are $15, and avail­ able online at www.blueridgemusiccenter.org. The National Heritage Fellowship is the highest honor that the United States government bestows upon a traditional artist. They are awarded annually to about 10 recipients, from a wide range of traditional art forms (crafts, music, dance, work traditions, etc.) Competition for this honor is beyond fierce—each year a panel of experts reads through 500+ active nomina­ tions with the nearly impos­ sible task of choosing just a small handful of deserving artists. The Crooked Road boasts 5 recipients of this Honor: Ralph Stanley, Jesse McReynolds (honored with his late brother Jim), and Wayne Henderson are all National Fellows for their musician­ ship (and Wayne for his luthier skills as well). Our own Joe Wilson and the late Janette Carter have received a special Heritage Fellowship, "The Bess Lomax Hawes Award," for their significant contributions to the field and for working tirelessly to help support, present, and advo­ cate for traditional artistic expressions. The fact that this small mountainous region known as the Crooked Road can boast FIVE National Heri­ tage Fellows is nothing short of remarkable, and speaks both to the rich cultural leg­ acy, and vibrant present, of this region. The concert on July 22 will honor and present these Her­ itage Fellows, along with the other two Heritage Fellows from Virginia, John Cephas and Flory Jagoda. John Ce­ phas, of Bowling Green, is the world's foremost Piedomont blues musician. Flory Jagoda. of Alexandria, is a Sephardic Jewish ballad singer, who es­ caped the Holocaust to bring her ancient songs, sung in the centuries old language of Ladino, to America. They are both national treasures that we are very proud to have in Virginia. Having all of these folks sharing one stage will be a very, very special evening. We will also be remember­ ing the late Piedmont Blues master John Jackson, who re­ ceived this prestigious honor in 1986. The master of ceremonies will be Virginia State Folklorist Jon Lohman. Virginia's National Heri­ tage Recipients Blues guitarist John Ce­ phas was born July 4, 1930, in the Foggy Bottom area of Washington, D.C. His father was a Baptist minister, and he started singing in church. "My mother used to go to church," he said, "and she would have us up in church 6inging. Most of the time we would play in church. My brother and I were a duet. We sang with no accompaniment." Luthier Wayne Hender­ son was born May 3, 1947, in Rugby, Virginia, in the White Top Mountain area of Gray­ son County near the North Carolina border. He comes from a family of craftspeople and musicians. Henderson is also an ac­ complished guitarist who has won more than 300 ribbons at fiddlers' conventions. He was featured as part of the "Masters of the Steel String Guitar" tour and has trav­ eled internationally with the United States Information Agency. He has performed at Carnegie Hall and the Smith­ sonian Institution and for "America's Reunion" during the 1992 presidential inaugu­ ration. Most often, though, he prefers to stay home, where he plays at his guitar shop and for local events. Jim and Jesse McReynolds were raised in a family of coal miners and farmers who were also accomplished musicians. Jim was born on July 9, 1927, and Jesse on February 13, 1929, in Coeburn,in the Clinch Mountains of southwestern Virginia. Their grandfather, Charles McReynolds, was a fiddler who headed a string band from the 1890s to the 1930s and recorded for RCA during the Bristol Sessions of 1927. Their father, Claude, also a fiddler, performed with his guitar- and banjo-play­ ing brothers in their father's string band. Their mother, Savannah, played banjo and harmonica and sang ballads and gospel songs. She loved vocal harmony and taught it to her sons. The brothers appeared on a nationally syndicated tele­ vision show for several years through the mid-1970s, and they were inducted into the Bluegrass Hail of Fame in 1993. "We were just carry­ ing on the tradition that our grandfather started when he recorded on the Bristol Ses­ sions," Jesse McReynolds said. "We're still doing it af­ ter 50 years, and I guess that made an impression on some­ one somewhere." Flory Jagoda was born in Sarajevo, Bosnia, a member of the Sephardic Jewish com­ munity. Ralph Stanley was born February 25, 1927, near McClure, Virginia, in the Clinch Mountains. He and his older brother Carter learned bal­ lad singing and bai\jo trailing from their mother. Her reper­ toire ranged from traditional narrative songs to nineteenthcentury hymns sung a cappella. Ralph Stanley's continua­ tion of a cappella singing led to its revival in contemporary bluegrass bands. Are you a 'clutter curator'? by Maria Cilley (FlyLady) Special to the Post When Robert and I mar­ ried in 1996,1 had a houseful of clutter and he had a house­ ful of clutter. We put our clut­ ter together and then went to estate auctions to buy more. You could not walk in our home. In January of 1999 I began my quest to get orga­ nized. You can't organize clutter; you can only get rid of it. I be­ gan to make daily donations to our local Humane Society Thrift Shop. Our clutter slow­ ly went away. We still love to go to estate auctions but we only buy what we can't live without and we have to de­ cide where the item is going and what we are getting rid of when we get it home. We don't go very often any more. We love everything we have and it is hard to decide what to declutter if we buy some­ thing new to us. It is so nice to live in a small town. The other day I was at an open house for one of our fastest growing banks in North Carolina; Moun­ tain First Bank. At this open house I ran into our old friend who is the auctioneer at our favorite auction. Jack Eubanks wanted to know why we had not been to one of his auctions lately. I told him that we had everything we needed and if we brought something new home we had to get rid of something old. He said that his wife Robin had the same philosophy. Their home was just they way the had always wanted it. Eventually we will all be faced with a big decision when it comes to dealing with our parent's belongings. My mother died in 2000. Our home was just the way we liked it too and I didn't want to merge mother's clut­ ter and recre­ ate the CHAOS we had lived in. I was really scared of clut­ tering up our home again. I called Jack to come to see if there were items that would be worth putting into one of his auc­ tions. He told us what would sell and what needed to be donated. Not everything our parents own is worth money. If it doesn't have sentimen­ tal value to you then holding on to it is nothing more than hoarding. We have to let it go to save ourselves. Our parents and their par­ ents are products of the Great Depression. As a result they have held on to most every­ thing. Their garages, storage sheds, basements and most every room in their homes have collections of junk, NOTICE OF SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY TO SATISFY STORAGE LIEN Lien Holder: Radio Hill Economy Storage Renter: Cheri L. Darden Millers Creek, NC Take notice that a lien is being asserted against your personal property stored in our facility at Radio Hill to secure unpaid rental and costs incurred in this sale. A total of $2,645°° is owed for unpaid rental, storage, publication cost and certified mail. The lien holder intends to sell the below described personal property for the unpaid rental and associated costs at Radio Hill Economy Storage on the 4th of August at 10:00 am. General Description of Property to be Sold. • Guns • Household Items A more detailed list will be posted the day of the sale. This is the 12th day of July, 2007 RADIO HILL ECONOMY STORAGE PO Box 323 • West Jefferson, NC 28659 336-246-5841 • 336-846-4562 good clutter and more stuff. Many times we have no clue what is there. These things were items that they thought would be worth something someday or at least they would not have to repur­ chase them when some­ thing broke. You know the mentality; I might need it someday. Now imag­ ine trying to incorporate their stuff into your home. Are you get­ ting scared enough to call a professional to help you? I talked with Jack this after­ noon and asked him what things were worth more than others. One item he men­ tioned was that old Christmas cards did well at auctions. He explained people could send him an email or check out his website to see what like items have been sold for at the pre­ vious auctions. His website is www.JackEubanks.com. He can help you release clutter so that you can live in your home and not be the curator for your family's museum of clutter. Don't be imprisoned by their clutter the way they were! You deserve to live and not just spend your time try­ ing to organize their clutter! Release it by using an auc­ tioneer to help you! For more help getting rid of your CHAOS; check out her website and join her free mentoring group at www. FlyLady.net or her book, Sink Reflections published by Ban­ tam and her New York Times Best Selling book, Body Clut­ ter published by Fireside. Copyright 2007 Maria Cilley Used by permission in this publication. The Ashe Library will be sponsoring a series of Health Programs during the month of August. They will kick off the schedule with the New Life Mobility Assistance Dogs at the Ashe Library on Satur­ day August 4th from 10:3011:30. Come learn about how animal shelter dogs are being trained and put to work to help disabled people regain mobility and independence. Perhaps someone you know could benefit from this. For more information about New Life Mobility Assistance Dogs, their website is: nmlad.org or call Sue Taylor at (828)2640054. Then the North Carolina Division for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing will be at the Ashe Library on Wednes­ day August 15th from 10-3. Cynthia Harmon a Hard of Hearing Specialist will pres­ ent a program "Hard of Hear­ ing People: Their Experiences and Techniques for Commu­ nication" from 10-11. This program is aimed at both Hard of Hearing and those who communicate with them. Come learn communication techniques to help people avoid the problems caused by hearing loss. Don't miss the free Hearing Screenings from 11-12 and 1-3 at the library. Screenings will be conducted by a trained and licensed DSDHH audiologist, and are de­ signed to indicate if a person might have a hearing loss. On Friday August 17th the Ashe Library will sponsor a program by the North Caro­ lina Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped. Lara Handler will present a program on Talking Books Services. "Over 80% of the people I serve aren't blind," says Lara Handler. Come find out about the free services available, and the people you know who might be helped. It's not just books anymore. " I am hoping to be able to offer vision screening in August as well," states Lau­ rie Baumgardner, Adult Ser­ vices Librarian at the Ashe Library. Says Baumgardner "the library staff are very ex­ cited about these events. We hope that our community will benefit from these informa­ tive programs." kEGAL CINEMAS DIG m DIGITAL SOUND BARGAIN SHOWS IN (] • Pass I Discount Ticket Restriction* Apply REGAL 7 210 Mem Market St Center 828 262 3800 800-FANDANGO 254i Adv. 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Searching the Scriptures Presented by the Hi%h Country Church of Christ Restoration or Reformation - Which Should It Be? Most religious organizations of which we are aware are the result of reformation - the recognition that a dominant organization was wrong and a change was needful. The following of this principle has led to the organization of a plethora of religious groups. Reformation relies upon the wisdom of the reformer. Restoration, because it relies on the wisdom of God, will result in one organization (church) that is consistent with and, in fact, is the church of the first century. The work of the young king Josiah is a beautiful example of restoration from which we can draw essential principles. • We should begin with hearts that are humble and searching for God. Josiah "began to seek after God of David his father" (II Chron. 34:3) and "humbled [him]self' (II Kings 22:19). An individual who does not have a heart that is seeking after God will happily accept the status quo and the heart that is not humble will not accept needed change. • There must be a revealed standard. "I have found the book of the law..." (II Kings 22:8). This discovery led Josiah to make drastic changes. Although the New Testament is to be found in most homes, I am convinced it is often unread and unheeded. • Josiah quickly recognized he, and others, had been wrong. He was willing to repent (II Kings 22:11) and understood that God was not pleased with that which had been taking place (II Kings 22:13). • Josiah made a decision to obey God. "And the king stood by a pillar, and made a covenant before the Lord, to walk after the Lord, and to keep his commandments and his testimonies and his statutes with all their heart and all their soul, to perform the words of this covenant that were written in this book. And all the people stood to the covenant" (II Kings 23:3). • A restoration took place. We. at the High Country Church of Christ, desire simply to be the church we read about in the New Testament. We seek your comments, insight, and questions as we study together from God's Word. For more information, write to: High Country Church of Christ, P.O. Box 228, West Jefferson, NC 28694, or call Harry Calloway (877-5484). Vacation Bible School Give your kids a new altitude! Join us on our exciting hot air balloon adventure! Where? Warrensville United Methodist Church When? Sunday, July 22 thru Tuesday, July 24 Time? 5:15pm light supper; VBS starts at 6:15 pm Ages? Grades K-6th For more information call 384-3391 Soaring to New Heights with God �PAGE 8A FRIDAY, JULY 20, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Area churches plan Vacation Bible Schools for end of Summer Friday July 20 For more information call 3843391. 7-9 p.m.: Greene's Chapel 3 p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks at Family Central. This is an opportunity to make sure your child's car seat is the right one for their age and weight, and installed correctly. Checks are conducted until 4:30 p.m. Baptist Church will have Vacation Bible School July 23 6 p.m.: Don't forget to Relay For Life! At Ashe Co. High through July 27. Classes for all ages. Brother Edd Hall will be teaching the adult class. Pastor Fred Steelman and Merita Blevins, director, invites all to attend. For more information, call 846-8377. School. For more information call Deanna Lewis at 828-9643930. Tuesday July 24 5:30 p.m.: ACT Cancer Quarterly Against Meeting at Fraser's Restaurant. Focus will be on Prostate Cancer and the upcoming Pink Ribbon Campaign. Call to RSVP to 836-0781. 7:30 p.m.: Classic Pizzazz. Chop Stix to Chopin! Piano, fid­ dle and vocalist. $10 Adults, $5 students. Call 336-846-ARTS. 8:30 p.m.: Creatures of the Night-sky watch. Make your way up to the first overlook for an evening of fun. Meet the park ranger and learn about some of the nocturnal animals that live in our area, or just sit back and enjoy the view. This program will also include some sky watching. Bring a chair if you like. This program is free and all are invited. Please call for further information (336) 246-9653. Saturday July 21 Lansing Volunteer Rescue and Fire Department will have a Quality Screening for Life. 11 a.m.: New River Volunteer Fire and Rescue will have a chicken and pork BBQ. White Hart Woods Fine Arts Festival for July 21-22 has been postponed due to restructuring of events on site. They will announce the new date as soon as it has been decided. Everyone is invited to come by and visit. Sunday July 22 9:30 a.m.: Mountain Morning Nature Hike. Meet the park ranger at the picnic area for a hike into the mountain forest habitats and explore the natural wonders of Mt. Jefferson. We will be walking on the trail as we observe the scenic views. 10:30 a.m.: ' Gillespie Community Church will have its homecoming, with preach­ ing, singing and dinner on the grounds. Pastor Jim Francis and the congregation invites everyone to come. For more information, call 384-2560. 10:30 a.m.: Beaver Creek Baptist Church invites you to their homecoming. The guest speaker will be Rev. Joe Warren. The Bluff Mountain Boys will be singing. Pastor Johnny Goodman and the congrega­ tion welcomes everyone. 11 a.m.: OBIDS BAPTIST CHURCH will have HOMECOMING. MORNING WORSHIP @ 11:00, LUNCH @ 12:00: AFTERNOON SINGING @ 2:00 EVERYONE IS WELCOME! Pastor, Rev. Tommy Graybeal and the con­ gregation invites everyone to attend. 2 p.m.: Mt. Jefferson Geology. Mount Jefferson stands today at 4683 feet above sea level. Was this mountain once 15,000 feet high? Have there ever been any major rockslides? What is Amphibolite anyway? Meet a ranger for a hike and explore some of the geological myster­ ies that make this mountain's geology rock! Wear sturdy shoes. 5:15 p.m.: Warrensville, Smethport and Clifton United Methodist Churches invite you to 'Lift Off and Soar to New Heights With God' Vacation Bible School at Warrensville United Methodist Church Sunday, July 22 - Tuesday, July 24th. A light supper will be served at 5:15 p.m. with VBS beginning at 6:15 - 8:30. Ages for VBS are K - 6th grades. For more information call 3843391. 7 p.m.: Ashe County Democratic Party will have its regular monthly meeting at Smoky Mountain Barbecue in West Jefferson. Wednesday July 25 11 a.m.: The Friends of the Library invite the public to hear Dr. Mary Ellis Gibson dis­ cuss Southerners' love of food, friends and family in her talk "Still Cookin': Food and Memory in Southern Literature," downstairs at the library. Refreshments will be available. Her visit is made possible by the NC Humanities Council. 5:15 p.m.: High Country Network of Ashe will have an informal gathering atT. Grays in downtown West Jefferson. Everyone is welcome to attend. Saturday July 28 9 a.m.: The 3rd annual Sunflower Festival will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Main Street in Mountain City, TN. Featured will be booths of crafts, art, produce, plants, food and drinks and others. There will also be a Beauty Pageant, kids activities, sunflower con­ test and music all day. 10 a.m.: A Sibling Class will be offered at Ashe Memorial Hospital for children 2-6 years of age to help prepare them for the arrival of a new baby brother or sister. Call 846-0734 to sign up. Noon: Woodie (Woody) REUNION. Calling all Woodys Gathering for a Gala Event Picnic reunion. Come enjoy live music at Wild Woody's on hwy 18 off Parkway in Laurel Springs. You all come and enjoy live music and lots of fun! Don't Miss it! 336-359-8432. 2 p.m.: Hike into History. Come up on the mountain to the picnic area and learn about the history of Mt. Jefferson. We will dig into the past as we hike the mountain's ridgeline. Wear sturdy shoes. 2 p.m.: US Hwy 221 Access, Majestic Whitetail Deer & Concerns of Their Growing Population. Join a ranger for an informative look into the majestic whitetail deer and con­ cerns of their growing popula­ tion. Meet at the park's New Visitors Center at US Hwy 221 Access. 6 p.m.: You are invited to Music on the Lawn, an out­ door concert, at Warrensville United Methodist Church on Saturday, July 28th at 6 p.m. Smethport and Clifton United Methodist Churches invite you to 'Lift Off and Soar to New Heights With God' Vacation Bible School at Warrensville United Methodist Church Sunday July 29 10 a.m.: Homecoming at Sturgills Baptist Church. Solid Rock quartet will be singing. Rev. Dereck Wilson will be preaching. Dinner on the grounds to follow. Everyone welcome. 10 a.m.: Pleasant Valley Baptist Church will have Homecoming Services. The is located on Three Top Road in Todd. Tuesday July 31 Crafts, Puppets, Bible Stories, and Time Travel! Join us in the Time Machine and get back in time for Jesus! is invited to attend. The church is located on Three Top Road in Todd. Sunday August 5 Wednesday August 1 Calvary Free Will Baptist Church Youth Sunday: Aug. 5. 7 p.m.:Bible School will be held at Valley Home Baptist Church July 30 through Aug. 3 at 7 p.m. each night. Everyone is invited to attend. The church is located on Three Top Road in Todd. 7 p.m.: LAST VACATION through August 4, 7-8:30 p.m. Crafts, Puppets, Bible Stories, and Time Travel! Join us in the Time Machine and get back in time for Jesus! 10:30 a.m.: Mt. Paddy Church in Jefferson will have Southern Accent singing. A Thursday August 2 10:30 a.m.: The annual Col. Gideon Lewis Reunion will take place at Riverview Community Center on Highway 88 West. All relatives please plan to attend and bring a cov­ ered dish. Drinks and utensils will be provided. Noon: Moretz Family Reunion at Watauga High School. Covered dish dinner and histori­ cal presentations. CDs contain­ ing the Moretz family history in PDF format will be available. 12:30 pm. Wagoner Access Road, Guided Canoe Trip.Join a Park Ranger for this 2 hour float down the Wild and Scenic New River. The trip will take approximately 2 hours from beginning to end. You will learn some basic canoeing paddle strokes and other useful infor­ mation to help you paddle safe­ ly. The outfitters charge a mini­ mal fee forshuttling. Park phone number is 336-982-2587. 2 p.m.: Block Party Kickoff for Helton United Methodist Charge Vacation Bible School. Hay ride and visits to local farms, games, cookout and music. Pastor Jim Thompson and the congregations invite everyone to attend! 7 p.m.: Warrensville Community Sing at the Warrensville Baptist Church. Everyone is welcome. Monday July 30 6:30 p.m.: Helton United Methodist Charge Vacation Bible School. Avalanche Ranch is the theme for this year's VBS. We will have free dinner each evening through Friday, Aug. 3, at 6:30 p.m., fol­ lowed by Bible lessons with a Western theme! Enjoy Chatter's Theater, Spotlight Drama featur­ ing partiicpating children, crafts and more. Kids will see the Bible come to life. There also be an adult class. Get ready for a wild ride, pardners, through God's Word at Helton United Methodist Church, 15323 Hwy 194 North. Call 384-4243 for more information. The charge includes Helton, Lansing and Trinity United Methodist Churches. 7 p.m.:Bible School will be held at Valley Home Baptist Church July 30 through Aug. 3 at 7 p.m. each night. Everyone is invited to attend. The church BIBLE SCHOOL OF THE SUMMER! Peak Creek Church of the Brethren. Augus 1 7 p.m.:Bible School will be held at Valley Home Baptist Church July 30 through Aug. 3 at 7 p.m. each night. Everyone is invited to attend. The church is located on Three Top Road in Todd. 7 p.m.: LAST VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL OF THE SUMMER! Peak Creek Church of the Brethren. Augus 1 through August 4, 7-8:30 p.m. Crafts, Puppets, Bible Stories, and Time Travel! Join us in the Time Machine and get back in time for Jesus! Friday August 3 7 p.m.:Bible School will be held at Valley Home Baptist Church July 30 through Aug. 3 at 7 p.m. each night. Everyone is invited to attend. The church is located on Three Top Road in Todd. 7 p.m.: LAST VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL OF THE SUMMER! Peak Creek Church of the Brethren. Augus 1 through August 4, 7-8:30 p.m. Crafts, Puppets, Bible Stories, and Time Travel! Join us in the Time Machine and get back in time for Jesus! Saturday August 4 Saturday, August 4, 2007 will mark the seventh year that descendants of "Yankee John" Church will descend upon Jefferson, North Carolina to visit family and friends. The hundreds of participants attend­ ing the reunion over the past few years have met family members they didn't know they had and made new friends in an area of the country known for it's beau­ ty and hospitality. Family mem­ bers from California to Florida and from Washington state to Chesapeake, Virginia will again exchange genealogical infor­ mation about Church ances­ tors. All Church descendants are welcome. Old "Yankee" had a lot of children and his kids had a bunch as well. Many of us will gather nightly start­ ing Wednesday August 1st, 07 by the campfire at Dave Church's camper in Greenfield Campground all are welcome, bring a chair. Thursday night chili dinner...Friday golf Friday dinner at Shatley Springs are some of the other activi­ ties....call for more info. Monday July 23 5:15 p.m.: Warrensville, Smethport and Clifton United Methodist Churches invite you to 'Lift Off and Soar to New Heights With God' Vacation Bible School at Warrensville United Methodist Church Sunday. July 22 -Tuesday, July 24th. A light supper will be served at 5:15 p.m. with VBS beginning at 6:15 - 8:30. Ages for VBS are K - 6th grades. We have a very special guest speaker lined up to preach. His name is Jacob Berry, and he is from Oklahoma. His story is one that truly brings glory to God. 10 a.m.: Healing Springs Baptist Church announces that their Annual Decoration. Regular Worship Service will be at 11:00. Rev. Jack Pugh pastor invites you to attend. 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Peak Creek Church of the Brethren's Vacation Bible School Awards andT-Shlrts. . 2 p.m.: Decoration at the Poe Cemetery on Ashe Park Road. Rev. Glenn Woodie will be the speaker. Pauline Hart and Kathy May will be the guest singers. Everyone is welcome to attend. Monday August 6 4-5:30 p.m.: Lt. Gov. Beverly Perdue will visit Ashe County Public Library. The public is invited to meet her. Sunday August 12 Calvary Free Will Baptist Church is having Homecoming on Aug. 12 with the original Spencers, J.B. and Barbara, performing a special concert. The pastor and con­ gregation invites everyone to attend 6 p.m.: Bristol Baptist Church: Still Blessed will be singing for us. 7 p.m.: Rev. Denton Hart will be the guest speaker at Temple Baptist Church. The pastor, Rev. Glenn Woodie, and the congregation invite every­ one to attend. There will be a special singing. Monday August 13 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Garden Club meets the sec­ ond Monday of each month at 6:00. The August meeting on August 13 will be at a local home and there will be a tour of the gardens. A covered dish dinner will be served. Members are asked to bring a favorite dish. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. Ongoing Events Disabled will have and 3th Month at American Veterans BINGO on the 1st Thursday of the Family Central on the Ashe Central High School Rd. In Jefferson at 7pm. There will be food available at the Morning Star Cafe'. For more information call 336-982-3743. Riverview Lions Club needs arts and craft vendors for the annual festival by the River and Rubber Ducky Race on Saturday, Aug. 18. This is a fundraiser for local and distant Lions charities. For more infor­ mation, call Barry Hass at 9778847. Alcoholics Anonymous Group meets on Mondays and Thursdays at Jefferson United Methodist Church at 7:30 p.m. - Closed Discussion and Saturday at noon - Closed "Big Book Study" - All meetings are non-smoking. The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold July services at Holy Trinity in Glendale Springs. Holy Communion is celebrated at 8:30 and 10. Coffee hour imme­ diately followed the 10 service. For further information, call the church office at 982-3076. Choices for Sustainable Living discussion course offered at the West Jefferson Coffee House Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Come learn with others how easy it is to live more sustainably. One person really can make a difference! For information call Gerry at the New River Earth Insitute 336-877-1860 or visit www. NewRiverEarthlnstitute.org. Wilkes Community College - Ashe Campus Cont. Ed. Dept. is offering the following classes: • Nurse Aide I : MondayThursday, beginning July 9 thru October 1, from 9:00 am until 1:30 pm at the Ashe Campus. Tuition is $66.30. A math and reading pre-test as well as preregistration are required. Call for information about the pre­ test and pre-registration. • Motor Vehicle Dealer License Renewal: On Friday, July 20, from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm at the Ashe Campus. Tuition is $50. The Ashe County Summer Junior Tennis League will operate every Tuesday and Thursday, through July 19 from 10 a.m. - noon at the Ashe County High School tennis courts. This league is open to both boys and girls, 3rd grade up. and the one-time registra­ tion fee is $10. Come by any Tuesday and Thursday and reg­ ister. For more information call Vickie Herman at 877-5656. Coping with Breast Cancer Treatment Learn to prevent lymphedema, fatigue, pain and soreness which can occur with treatment for breast cancer. Led by physical and occupational therapists who will share exer­ cises, precautions, massage to help heal the body. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Inc. Class starts Monday, June 11th Meets the 2nd Monday of each month. Doors open at 5pm for infor­ mal sharing and opportunities to explore books and tapes in the Resource Room. Group lasts from 5:30-6:30. Location: Cancer Resource Center at the ESTATE AUCTION Saturday July 28th @ 10 a.m. Preview 8:30 a.m. Until Sale Time Auction conducted for the late Michael Patrick Joslin @ 921 Ray Taylor Rd • West Jefferson, NC 28694 (Ashe County, North Carolina) Directions: From the traffic light at McDonalds, turn onto the Beaver Creek School Rd and go approx 1/2 mile and TR onto the Ray Taylor Rd across from Superior Pontiac. Go approx 9/10 of mile to Auction. Signs posted. Listing: Simplicity 18hp riding mower w/grass catcher - Simplicity Mod 7016 rear tine tiller - (2) 8x12 Outtxjildings - Garden cart - Lawn mower trailer - Echo gas powered blower - 2 Wheel barrows - Craftsman 18" chainsaw - Echo weed eater - Walk behind fertilize spreader - 9 sm Coleman storage cabinets - Lg Coleman storage cabinet - Professional Locksmith Universal Color Pinning Kit - Franklin Key machine w/3000+/• key blanks - B & D10" table saw - 10" B4D cut off saw - Propane powered Briggs and Stratton Model #01815 backup 10,000 Watt generator (Bought in 2004) - Hot Springs 4 person Hot Tub - 3/8" Rockwell drill press - Lg crank umbrella - Outside fire pit - Nice office cubical - is i 4 Vacation 'nsnranee Rent ft e p i s ar Drain snake - Bolens 21* Push mower - Patio table w/ 6 chairs - Golf clubs - Couch and chair - Glass top coffee table and end table - Several Christmas 4 Halloween decorations - (2) Extension ladders - Battery charger - Several battery powered and electric tools - Camping supplies - (3) 8' metal shelving units - Military cot - (2) Marine hats - Metal Letter stamp set - Gnnder - Pex plumbing tools - Hand Saws - Pipe wrenches - Several screw drivers, wrenches, sockets, etc - Craftsman stacking tool box - Wet 4 dry vac Tap 4 Die set - Sentry Sate - Vent less fireplace style heater - Oak King size waterbed | CASH TO PAYDAY Sunday, July 22 - Tuesday, July 24th. A light supper will be served at 5:15 p.m. with VBS beginning at 6:15 - 8:30. Ages for VBS are K - 6th grades. For more information call 3843391. p.m.: LAST VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL OF THE SUMMER! Peak Creek Church of the Brethren. Augus 1 through August 4, 7-8:30 p.m. 7 p.m.:Bible School will be held at Valley Home Baptist Church July 30 through Aug. 3 at 7 p.m. each night. Everyone Decoration service will be held at 10:00 followed by worship service at 11:00. A covered dish dinner will be held on the church grounds after worship service. Pastor, Rev. Keith Wagner and congregation wel­ come you. fellowship meal will follow. 7 ~ Autos ~ Tools ~ Outbuildings - Hot Tub ~ 2 p.m.: Wagoner Access Road, Underwater Tour. Find out what lives in the New River. Come prepared to get wet! Meet at the Wagoner Access Road. 5:15 p.m.: Warrensville, There will be free food and drinks as well as great Gospel Bluegrass music from the Key City Boys band. Bring your lawn chair or blanket for a relax­ ing evening of fellowship and fun. This event is sponsored by the Smethport. Clifton and Warrensville United Methodist Churches. is here to advance you MONEY for these and any other needs you may have! DON'T Delay, Call or Stop In Today! * g 5,* frame w/large headboard w/mirrors, shelves etc (No mattress) - Fisher stereo system w/speakers - Ftgural telephones - Toy slot machines - Grandfather style clock - (4) Oak press back chairs - Trash can storage container - Do it "tourself manuals - Fishing lures - Propane heater - Appliance dolly - Boy drinking from jug lamp (unusual) - Several yard tools - Knives - Winchester trigger assembly - Kabar hunting Knives - Assortment of nuts and bolts - Set of Darts - Rules and regulations handbook tor Alcatraz Prison dated 1956 - Set of old handcuffs Patent May 2 1899 - Plus lots more 'OUTBUILDINGS MUST BE MOVED WITHIN 2 WEEKS OF AUCTION* Visit Auctionzip.com for pictures - Auctioneer ID# 6081 Autos: 2004 Ford FI50 4x4Truck (Red) W/25K miles VI# IFTRF14564NA04032 203 N Independence Avenue Independence, VA 24348 2003 Chrysler PT Cruiser w/43K miles (Green) VI# 3C4FY48B63T604241 2006 Carry On 5x8 Utility IVailer Terms: Cash or good check. Out of state checks require bank letter of credit. No 276-773-9055 buyer's premium. Everything sold as is where is. Auction conducted by: Russell M Killen, Auctioneer PO Box 1844 West Jefferson, NC 28694 • PH 336-846-4621 or 336-977-2045 cell MPS**.! .1 NCAL 4234 • Email rkillenfo skybest.com Neither Auctioneer nor seller responsible for accidents or injuries: Announcements day Of sale takes precedence over any and all printed material. �FRIDAY, JULY 20, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 9A COMMUNITY EVENTS Al-Anon meets Wednesdays at First Baptist Church in West Jefferson Seby B. Jones Cancer Center For more information call the Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center at (828) 262-4332. Art for the Health of Expressive Arts Therapy It: For breast cancer survivors. Through music, visual arts, movement, poetry and storytell­ ing, we feel emotional release, inspiration, a sense of com­ munity and a remembering of the beauty of life even in the midst of our darkest hours. We somehow know that all is not lost, and are rejoined to hope. Each class will explore a new expressive arts oppor­ tunity. You do not need to 'be an artist' to participate. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Inc. Program. Meets the 4th Monday of each month. Doors open at 5pm for infor­ mal sharing and opportunities to explore books and tapes in the Resource Room. Group lasts from 5:30-6:30. Location: Cancer Resource Center at the Seby B. Jones Cancer Center. For more information call the Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center at (828) 262-4332. The Pink Ribbon Program Staying Strong Beyond Breast Cancer This program of pilates-based exercises is designed to strengthen and create flexibility, balance and physical empowerment for any­ one with breast cancer, whether newly diagnosed, in treatment, or a survivor of several years. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Inc. Meets twice weekly for six weeks starting Monday, June 11 at the Wellness Center.Class is offered Mondays, 12-1 and Wednesdays, 6-7. Pre-registration is required as class size is limited. Call Kathie Billing to pre-register and for more infor­ mation, (828) 262 0098. Breast Cancer Support Program Whether you have just been diagnosed with breast cancer, or are in treatment or recovery, or a survivor of sev­ eral years, this free support program offers opportunities to share issues specific to breast cancer in a supportive and understanding group. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Inc. Meets twice a month on 1st and 3rd Mondays. Doors open at 5pm for informal sharing and opportunities to explore books and tapes in the Resource Room. Group lasts from 5:30-6:30. Led by Carolyn Carr, LCSW Location: Cancer Resource Center at the Seby B. Jones Cancer Center For more information about any of these programs, call the Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center at (828) 262-4332. Watauga Wellness Cancer Program. A fitness program for patients actively receiving cancer treatment or those who have gone through treatment in the past year, as well as spouses/caregivers. Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:00 1:00 pm at the Wellness Center. Call Beth Ann Syers at (828) 266-1060 for more information. Believe it or not, it's time for the 10-year high school reunion for the Northwest Ashe Mountaineers Class of 1997! The reunion will be held at the old high school gym/ lobby (now Ashe County Middle School) on Saturday, July 14th at 1:30 p.m. Backyard Burger will be providing the food and drinks ($7 per person dona­ tions accepted at event, $3.50 for kids). We'll also have some music from the good old days and, of course, your old friends will be therel Invitations will be mailed out to either cur­ rent addresses or permanent addresses. Feel free to email your address to Beverly Miller at bevnicolel @ yahoo.com just in case she doesn't have it! You can also email her with questions about the event. A lot has been blocked off for us at Twin Rivers for anyone who wishes to continue the fun later. Please call 866-982-3456 to make reservations before June 15th . Just tell them you're with the Northwest Ashe reunion. See ya'll there! Advanced tickets are now on sale for the Ola Belle Reed Homecoming Festival on August 17,18 and 19. During the month of May get your 3-day pass for $15. Tickets outlets include the Ashe Arts Center in West Jefferson, Lansing Foods, Larry's Satellites and Bert's Baskets in downtown Lansing as well as the website. This year's festival will feature Tim O'Brien, Jeff Little, White Top Mountain Band and more. The Ola Belle Reed Homecoming Festival is a fund­ raiser for the Greater Lansing Area Development Committee. For more information, visit the website at www.olabellefest. com. AL-ANON (for family and friends of addicted persons): Meets on Wednesdays at the First Baptist Church in West Jefferson at noon. For details, call 384-1940. The Board of Elections meets the second Tuesday in each month at the Court House in Jefferson. These meetings are open to the public. New River Earth Institute NREI is a nonprofit educational foundation seeking to motivate individuals to examine person­ al actions, habits and values as they relate to environmen­ tal issues. It seeks to help individuals transform their lives by accepting responsibility for the earth and acting upon a commitment to it. The insti­ tute offers seven discussion courses for the community. For information please call Vicki at 336-246-2166. Online www. NewRiverEarthlnstitute.org Wilkes Community College Ashe Center is offering: Home Inspection Exam Review On Monday, April 2 thru June 11, from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm at the Ashe Center. Tuition is $55 Until September: Get a free Smoke Detector for your home! It involves having either our fire marshal or a partici­ pating local fire department member go out to your home, fill out a short survey about any existing smoke alarms and provide some fire safety education while completing the installation. This is made pos­ sible through the Ashe County Emergency ManagementOffice. Call Community Outreach with your name, address and phone number and it will be passed on to the Office of Emergency Management and you will be contacted. Call 846-0781. Ashe County Dog Park Committee is seeking volun­ teers for upcoming fund rais­ ers! Call 336-877-2924 for more info. Ashe County Dog Park Committee needs your dona­ tions for an upcoming yardsale. All proceeds go to the account to our school today! Just visit the front office at Ingles, go to www.foodlion.com or write a brief not on your next Carolina West Wireless bill, and they do the rest. It only takes a few moments. For these or any other fundraisers that may be going on at Westood School, please call Linda Yakel at 846-1166 for more information. The Country Roads Mobile Pharmacy will no longer be running. However, the Hunger and Health Coalition Free Pharmacy will continue to serve Ashe County clients. Prescriptions can be called in or faxed in, Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m. The phone number is 828-262-1628, the fax number is 828-262-0154. Prescriptions may be picked up at the Boone Hunger and Health Coalition only on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. 141 Health Center Drive in Boone in the old health department building off the Bamboo Road. worship services. Ashe County Friends (Quakers) meets every Immunizations are given every day, Monday - Friday without appointments. Primary Care: Monday - Friday Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary Sunday at 2 p.m. at the home of Julia Rodgers 385-6531 for directions. WIC (Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children): If you are a Edward Elliott, Dipl.Ac., L.Ac., is now accepting patients at the Crossroads Counseling Services clinic, located in pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum woman, infant, or child less than five years of age, and meet certain eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the WIC Program. WIC is a special supplemental food program that provides individually prescribed packages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program or know someone who does; contact 246-2013. The Ashe County Democratic Party Headquarters will be open the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month from 10 a.m. until noon. Gary Barber, County Commissioner, will be there to hear from the public any issues they wish to discuss. Jefferson, NC. Edward is a board certified licensed acupuncturist, trained in the Classical method of Chinese medicine. He is well versed in treating a wide range of issues including; fibromyalgia, tendinomuscular issues, arthritis, migraine headaches, male and female reproductive issues, gastrointestinal and digestive issues, back pain, lethargy and general malaise, addiction, most emotional disorders, as well as many conditions not listed here. Edward is a native of the High Country, and a graduate from the Jung Tao School of Classical Chinese Medicine. Now accepting new patients on Fridays in the Jefferson office from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.. Please call 336-846-7492 mailbox #7, or 828-406-1985 for an appointment and directions. Dog Park Our elementary schools need your help! Mountain View Elementary School is currently in need of monetary donations to help them buy books for chil­ dren in conjunction with a visit­ ing author program about the county's roots. The book: Addie Clawson, Rural Mail Carrier is set in Ashe County and profiles the first female route carrier for the Postal Service in the county. Call the school at 336-982-4200 for information on how you can help. has a morning Bible Study each Wednesday at 10 a.m. Rev. Paul Coffey is leading this study and they welcome everyone to come. This is a relaxed group with refreshments served. Just come as you are - all are welcome. For more information you may call Carolyn Charles at 877-2110. Lunch Break Grief Support Group sponsored by High SIZZLIN' SALE! 2 phones for only PIUS! a *25 BP Gas Card from Tarheel Oil. Inc. FREE! Ashe Central High School Class of '77 30 Year Reunion Plans are Underway!! Classmates - Please call or email with your current address, phone, e-mail, etc. If you would like to be part of the planning, let us know! We'll notify you of the next meeting. Contact: Jorena Koontz Barnes - 336667-7028 jorena.barnes® bankofamerica.com or Debbie Taylor Richardson - 336-3843605 glitch529@hotmail.com Blue Ridge Baptist Church Country Health Care Hospice will be held every Thursday from Prenatal Education for Latino noon -1 p.m. at the office located Families at Ashe County on Hwy 88 in Jefferson. This is Small Group Opportunity for Health Dept. Classes are held open to anyone who has lost Newly Married and Engaged from 10 a.m.-12 p.m., and meet a loved one or is experiencing Couples. FaithBridge United monthly through December. For grief. Bring your lunch and join Methodist Church is offering More information, call Isabel them. No pre-registration is a new Small Group for Newly Spencer at 246-9449 necessary and you can come Look Good...Feel Better at in and drop out as needed. This Married and Engaged Couples, to enrich budding marriage is an on-going group that meets AMH Mt. Hearts. For women relationships. This small undergoing cancer treatment. weekly. If you have questions group will provide fellowship Free information, a make-up kit, please call Lisa Courtney, opportunities with other couples and skin care will be provided. bereavement coordinator, for just starting out, as well as offer more information at 265-3926. To find out more, call 846-0781. teaching from a video-based The Ashe County Worship Healing Prayer Services are held at St. Mary's Episcopal curriculum by two Christian Looking for old photos Center will be temporarily counselors who are experts of Todd: Anyone who has meeting at the Ashe County Church on Beaver Creek Road on marriage, Les and Leslie old (1920s through 1960s) Arts Center on School Street in West Jefferson, at 6 p.m. Parrott. The small group will photographs of Todd, NC, is in West Jefferson on Sundays every Tuesday. If you or a loved be facilitated by Rev. Marianne invited to submit them for a at 11 a.m. For more information one is in need of prayers for any Romanat, pastor of FaithBridge. community fund raising project. you may call the Ashe County reason, come join in this uplifting This group will meet in the home They will be handled carefully Worship Center at: (336) 846- service. Dress is casual, and of Kyle and Elise Sigmon in and returned promptly. For more 1189 the service lasts about 30 Boone, for Directions call: 828- information, contact James Lost Provinces Shape Note minutes. Call 982-3076 if more 295-8333 on Wednesday nights Lewis at 336-877-3263 or at Singers will meet the first and information is required. from 6:30-8:00pm, beginning P.O. Box 168, Todd, NC 28684. third Monday of every month Book Lover's Sale inside the Ashe County Public Library March 7th and ending May 9th. Appalachian District Health at Ashe County Arts Center Desserts and coffee will be Department: The primary Care in West Jefferson beginning in West Jefferson, featuring provided by the church, and Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 at 7 p.m. Instructor is Sharon the finest in used books, audio books, child care will be available upon a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive Kellam. Everyone is invited to magazines, request. health care and for treatment participate. For information call videos, and children's books. Sponsored by the Friends of For more information about of acute and certain chronic 385-1299. this small group opportunity, illnesses. Enjoy OI'Time and Bluegrass the Library this ongoing sale contact FaithBridge United Charges are based on a music at the Nella Community is updated every 2-3 days with "All the Methodist Church at 828-295- sliding fee scale by assessing Center every Friday evening, current donations. good stuff - all the time." Come 8333 or visiting the church's income and number in family. at 7 p.m. with local musicians website: www.faithbridgeumc. For information about our and bands. No admission and browse through hundreds org . FaithBridge worships on services or to enroll in a clinic charge. Donations will be of titles. 100% of sales benefit Sundays at 11am at the Blowing or receive medical treatment, all appreciated and will be used the library. Donations are Rock School Auditorium on persons need to call 246-9449. for improvements to the Nella welcomed. Call 336-846-2041 Sunset Drive. Dress is casual Appointments are needed for Community Center. to arrange for pick-up or for and child care is provided for all all clinics except General Clinic. Museum of Ashe County more information. IBLP Seminar (Institute in Basic Life Principles) The Bible truly does have the solu­ tions to all the problems and situations the human race ev er had or ever will encounter. For those who are interested in searching deep enough we are offering to host a "Basic Life Seminar" in our home. This will require a commitment of one night a week for two to three hours a session for eight weeks. There will be no cost. Refreshments will be available. Work books are provided. If you are interested or would like more information, you may call: Dale or Arma at: 336-385-6129 or 336-877-7835 History is open Tuesday Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. from April through October and at other times by appointment. While the 1904 courthouse building in Jefferson is undergoing renovations, we are temporarily across the street. No admission is charged. Ashe County items are on display and donated/loaned items are appreciated. Call 846-1904, 982-3261, or 846-1638 for more information. s9 Buy one Motorola W315 and get another one FREE! KRZR *149 Motorola The monthly meeting of the Watauga Chapter of NC Council for the Blind is held each second Friday at 10 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church on East King Street. Refreshments are served and the public and volunteers are invited! Weather cancellation: if the public schools are closed the meeting will not be held. For more infor­ mation, call: 297- 5346 Your ingles Advantage Card, Food Lion Card or Carolina West Wireless Account can help Westwood Elementary at no cost to you! Just link your Retail Locations West lefferson Skyline Telephone J79 107 NC Hwy 194 N West Jefferson 1447 Mt. lefferson Rd Agents T&D Satellite Tony Lvall West Jefferson 948 Hwy 221 Business 336-846-3601 ausl sign up tor $50 or higher rate plan Requires 2 year agreement While supplies last 1 Gas Card per family Requires 2 year agreement Certain restrictions apply See store for details. Carolina West ^^-Wireless We've Cot You Covered!9 www.carolinawest.com �PAGE 10A FRIDAY, JULY 20, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Lansing family gets rare view of Washington Photo courtesy of Robin Nethery The Nethery family of Lansing recently had a rare opportunity to take a dome tour of the U.S. Capitol building in Washington, D.C. Congresswoman Virginia Foxx invited the Netherys for this tour—which can only be done when accompanied by a member of Congress—after attending a military ball in Wilkes County which welcomed back home North Wilkesboro National Guard members after their tour and Iraq. Here Neal, Robin, Matt and Kendra, accompanied by Rep. Foxx, get a glimpse of the seat of national government that few get to see. Belger graduates from USAF Academy Photo courtesy of Edna Ham Second Lieutenant Mitchell Belger g r a d u a t e d from the U.S. Air Force A c a d e m y ' in Colorado Springs, Colo., on May 20,2007. He was commissioned by Dr. Howard McVey of Anniston, Ala. His second lieutenant bars were pinned on his uni­ form by Edna H. Ham and C.B. Frances Belger. Second Lieutenant Belger's first assignment is to the Air Force Space Command at Vandenberg Air Force Base in California. He is the son , of Wayne and Linda Ham Belger of Jacksonville, Fla. J \ His grandpar­ ents are C.B. , and Frances \ Belger of Jacksonville, Fla., Edna Harrell Ham of V West Jefferson, wK N.C., and the late Shirlie E. Ham. United States These animals are available for adoption. These beautiful pups Lizzy is a german shep­ Pumkin is a georgous black are sister and brother herd/lab mix of II wks and white kitten who is seven They are austrailian and veiy socialized and weeks old and veiy social­ shepard mix with won­ smart. Foster will help ized. She has many other derful dispositions. with spaying and shots. kitten friends who are also looking for forever homes. Molly, Female Yorkshire Wc also have Female lab, spayed. Weimaraner, found Only ^9 to adopt in Copcland area \snt Am m u Co m r o i 982-4060 �The Husky Football Camp and the Third Annual Cheer X-Treme Spirit Camp is being held next week at Ashe County High School. This week in Ashe County Lightning fourth in nation by Kevin Nichols Special to the Post The Ashe County Lightning 16-Under Boys Basketball team participated in the Youth Basketball of America (YBOA) National Championship Tour­ nament in Polk County, Flori­ da (Lakeland) beginning June 30 through July 7, 2007. The YBOA National Cham­ pionship Tournament consist­ ed of seventeen (17) teams that had qualified for the nationals through state qualifiers as the Ashe County Lightning team had qualified in the North Carolina State Tournament. The seventeen teams were separated into three (3) pools consisting of four (4) teams and one (1) pool consisting of five (5) teams. Each team played every team in their pool. The record of each team during pool play determined the position of the team in Championship Bracket play. The Ashe County Light­ ning team was in Pool B along with the Florida Prospects, FL, Metro Mavericks, GA and the Carolina Bulldogs, SC. The Florida Prospects were from Winter Springs, Florida, a suburb of Orlando, Florida and had won the Florida State Championship in the Florida State Tournament. The Metro Mavericks were from Fayetteville, GA, a city outside of At­ lanta, Georgia, and finished second in the Georgia State Photo courtesy ot Kevin Nicnois The Ashe County Lightning 16-Under Boys finished in 4,h Place in the YBOA National Cham­ pionship Tournament in Florida. There will be more pictures next week. Tournament. The Carolina Bulldogs were from Beech Is­ land, South Carolina, a city outside of Augusta, Georgia, and finished second in the South Carolina State Tourna­ ment. The team began pool play on Sunday, July 1 at 1:30 pm against the Carolina Bulldogs. The Lightning won the first game by a score of 59-55. The second game in pool play on Monday, July 2 at 10:30 am was against the Metro Maver­ icks. The Lightning was vic­ torious by a final score of 5747. The third and final game in pool play was on Tuesday, July 3, at 12:00 noon against the Florida Prospects. The Lightning won that game by a final score of 57-53. Pool play concluded with a record of 30 and Ashe County Lightning was only one of two teams in pool play without a loss. The records of all the teams were compiled and the Cham­ pionship Bracket was deter­ mined and the Ashe County Lightning team qualified as a # 2 seed. The bracket consist­ ed of a 17-team field with the # 16 and # 17 seeded teams hav­ ing to play each other with the winner playing the # 1 seeded Georgia Flight. Having been seeded # 2, the Lightning team was seeded to play the # 15 seeded team, the Metro Mav­ ericks, the same team Ashe County had beaten earlier in pool play. The first round of the Championship Bracket play for the Ashe County Lightning team began on Thursday, July 5 at 2:00 pm at Lakeland High School. The Ashe County Lightning again defeated the Metro Mavericks by a final score of 45-31 and moved on to the second round of play. The second round of play seeded the Lightning team against the # 10 seeded team, the Redemption Warriors from Anderson, SC who had defeated the Burke Patriots, a NC team from Freedom High School in Morganton, NC in the first round. This second round game was played on Fri­ day, July 6, at 12:30 pm. This game was probably the big­ gest game that most of these young men had ever played. A win would put the Lightning team in the top four teams of the tournament exceeding last years accomplishment of fin­ ishing in 8th place at the Na­ tional Championships as 15 year olds. The Ashe County Lightning team started slow and trailed the Redemption Warriors by a score of 15-7 at the end of the first quar­ ter The Lightning team out scored the Warriors team 1711 in the second quarter to reduce the halftime deficit to only two points and a score of 26-24. The third quarter was a defensive battle with the Ashe County Lightning trim­ ming the deficit at the end of the quarter to just one point with a score of 36-35. The fourth quarter was a physi­ cal quarter and the Lightning team out scored the Warriors team 16-11 and won the game by a final score of 51-47. The Lightning team made 4 out of 5 free throw attempts in the fourth quarter to clinch the win. This win put the Light­ ning team in the final four of the Championship Bracket and advanced the team to the semifinal round. The semifinal round game was played later that same day at 5:00 pm against the # 3 seeded Florida Prospects, a team that Ashe County had defeated earlier in the week in pool play. The Ashe Coun­ ty Lightning and the Florida Prospects played a very close and physical game with the game tied at the end of the first quarter 17-17. The Light­ ning team was outscored by the Florida State Champions 12-10 in the second quarter See Fourth, page 2B Former Huskies at collegiate level Eric Johnson Josh Clawson • Senior at Emory and Henry College, Emory, VA • Football, Center Offensive Line, Right Tackle, and Guard • 3 year starter • All-Conference- 2 years and Best Offen­ sive Lineman at Ashe County High School More of Ashe's college athletes next week David Gift • Junior at Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, NC • Indoor Track (Heptathlon, 60-Meter Hurdles, High Jump, and Pole Vault) and Outdoor Track (Decathlon, 110-Meter Hurdles, High Jump) • Team won 2005-06 Outdoor Conference, Won 2005-06 Southern Conference Academic Honor Roll, 2006-07 Southern Conference Academic Honor Roll, Athletic Director Academic Award in Fall 2006, Spring 2006. and Spring 2007 • All-Conference- 2 years and All-Conference Honorable Mention- 2 years at Ashe County High School • Junior at Lees-McRae College, Banner Elk, NC • Football, Offensive Right Tackle • Started all eleven games as a true sophomore and played in eight of eleven games as a true freshman • All-Conference- 2 years at Ashe County High School Boone, NC • .Softball, Pitcher • 2007: ERA 3.52, 8-11 Record, 37 appearences, 18 starts, 133.1 innings pitched, allowed 165 hits, 81 runs (67 earned) • 2006: Started 15 games and appeared 22 times, 5-5 record, 4.20 ERA in 60 innings, pitched four complete games, • 3 time All-State, 4 time All-Conference, second in North Carolina history for strikeouts for career, holds state records for strikeouts in a game (40), most scorless innings pitched in a game (26), and was the 2005 Female Athlete of the Year at Ashe County High School jeii rcn David Shew • Sophomore at University of North Caro­ lina at Wilmington • Cross Country and Distance Track • All-Conference- 1 year and All-Confer­ ence Honorable Mention- 1 year at Ashe County High School Kayla Richardson • Junior at Appalachian State University in • Sophomore at Mars Hill Col­ lege, Mars Hill, NC • Football, Defensive End • Played in six games as a true freshman, recorded 2 solo tack­ les and 2 assists. • All-Conference- 1 year and All-Conference Honor­ able Mention- 1 year at Ashe County High School Nic Vannoy • Freshman at Appalachian State University in Boone, NC • Football, Tailback • Listed as a redshirt awardee for the 2007 season • All-Conference Honorable Mention- 1 year and Coach's Award- 1 year at Ashe County High School Jessica Yearick • Sophomore at Wilkes Community College in Wilkesboro, NC • Volleyball • Finished freshman year ranked 8th in the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) in aces with 76 • Won Best Defensive, Co-Best Passer, and Best Server at Ashe County High School Chris Bowers • Junior at Queens University, Charlotte, NC • Cross Country and Long Distance Track • Won Rugged Runner for Cross Country at Queens in 2006 • All-Conference- 3 years, MVP and Runner of the Year at Ashe County High School �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, JULY 20, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Third Annual Cheer X-Treme Spirit Camp Monday July 23- Wednesday July 25 Softball scores from Tuesday, July 17 Dr Pepper LPB Mtn. Advantage Ashe Builders Rollin's Auto Dr Pepper Cost $65 Rising grades K-4 9 a.m. till Noon Rising grades 5-8 1 p.m. till 4 p.m. Purpose • The purpose of the Cheer X-Treme Spirit Camp is to instruct campers in the basics of cheerleading, including cheers, dances, jumps, and stunt technique. General Information • • • The camp fee includes: Camp t-shirt, water bottle, healthy snack each day, camp instruction, and awards day. The ACHS Varsity Cheerleaders are sponsoring the Third Annual Cheer X-Treme Spirit Camp as a fundraiser for their upcoming competitive season. Campers should arrive each day in appropriate attire (t-shirt or tank top, cotton shorts, and smooth bottom tennis shoes with hair pulled up, no jewelry, and fingernails trimmed). Campers will wear their camp t-shirt on the final day of camp. Parent Information • Exhibition performance for parents will be held on Wednesday, the last day of camp. K-4 grade campers at 11:30 a.m. and 5-8 grade campers will perform at 3:30 p.m. Parents are asked to remain outside the building during camp hours. Directors will contact parents if necessary. rCheer X-Treme Spirit Camp Registration Information I Please make checks payable to: I Ashe County High School | Mail registration fee and form to: Rachel Shepherd | 149 W. Staggs Creek Rd. | I Warrensville, NC 28693 | Registration Form | Return Registration Form and Fee to the address listed. I Name: , Address: Home Telephone #: Age: Grade in Fall '07: School: T-Shirt Size (Circle one): YS YM YL AS AM AL AXL AXXL Mother's Name: Mother's Place of Work: Mother's Telephone #: Father's Name: Father's Place of Work: Father's Telephone #: 18 15 19 18 16 20 defeated defeated defeated defeated defeated defeated 3 5 8 11 12 4 Mtn. Advantage Liddle's Plumbing Brickstone Brickstone App. Utilities UPM The Ashe County Middle School football teams will begin their pre-season workouts starting Monday at 5:30 p.m. and lasting till 7 p.m. at ACMS. Both teams are asked to come and it is for rising 7th and 8th graders. Workouts will be held every Monday and Thursday. The Ashe County Middle School Silver and Blue Cheerleaders will have their first practice for the upcoming football season on July 26. ACMS Cheerlead­ ing is open to all rising 7th and 8th graders who are interested. If you plan on cheering during the 2007 Football Sea­ son, you need to be present on July 26 at ACMS at 5:30 p.m. If you have any questions or are unable to attend on July 26, please contact Gina Calhoun at (336) 384-3470. Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest Winner Tom Ellis is the winner for this week's Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest. He correctly chose the race winner. Tony Stewart, and guessed closest to the number of caution flags with a guess of 7. Thank you for all of your entries! Please play the Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest again next week! Ashe Co. Middle School Beginners Advanced Beginners Intermediate Tiny Tots Monday - Friday July 23 - August 3 For more information call 384-3591 (Ashe Co. Middle School) or 384-4445 (Pool) Emergency Contact: BUY AN AWARD-WINNING Relationship to Camper: Telephone #: Please complete the following information. If necessary, attach another sheet. Allergies: _ TRACTOR Limitations: AND GET *200 Medical Problems: As parent or guardian of the applicant, I understand that the staff of the Cheer X-Treme Spirit Camp will treat only minor injuries. If an injury requires medical attention, the financial rights for restitution. Date: BUY AN 11000 TODAY, AND WE LL REWARD YOU WITH A *200 PREPAID VISA* CARD . RZT 50 ZERO-TURN RIDER LT 1045 LAWN TRACTOR • Exclusive Synchro" technology provides zero-turn manauvarability so you can finish up to 50% faster • 50" floating triple-blada 3-in-1 mowing deck • 46' heavy-duty triple-blade mowing deck • 46" triple-blade 3-in-1 mowing deck Check (# • 20 HP' Kohler* Courage" V-Twin OHV engine Fourth • 22 HP' Kawasaki* V-Twin OHV engine • Pivoting and greasable front axle with large caster wheels • Ergonomic lap bars with soft-touch grips end dampers Virginia Warriors from Roa­ noke, VA. The Lightning team again started slow offensively and trailed the Steam at the end of the first quarter by a score of 20-9. The Lightning bounced back in the second quarter to reduce the halftime deficit to just four points and a score of 28-24. The Steam outscored the Lightning in the third and fourth quarters and defeated the Ashe County Lightning by a final score of 68-55. This concluded the Nation­ al Championship Tournament for the Lightning team with an overall record of 5-2. This placed the Ashe County Light­ ning team in fourth place in the YBOA National Cham­ pionship Tournament. This also placed the Ashe County Lightning team as the high­ est ranked team from North Carolina for two consecutive years. The team attended an awards presentation where the team was presented with a very nice trophy and me­ dallions to each player and a special congratulations from YBOA. Daniel Wain was also honored by being chosen to the All-Tournament Team. The All-Tournament team con­ sisted of the twelve (12) best players of the 180 players that played during Championship week. Daniel Wain was also crowned the 3 point champion for the 16-U Division and re­ ceived a trophy for his excel­ lent shooting during the skills competition. The Ashe County Light­ ning 16-Under Basketball team is comprised of the fol­ lowing players: Daniel Wain #1, Tavin Holman #10, Tatum Lemly #12, Tommy Spagnolo #15, Richie Absher #22, Tuck­ er Clay #25, Dustin Hamm #30, and Jordan Nichols #32. Coaches are: Kevin Nichols, Keith Lemly and John Spag­ nolo. The parents and coaches would like to thank these very special young men for the dedication and hard work that they have invested in this team and the sport of basket­ ball. The players and coaches would like to thank the par­ ents who have dedicated their time and resources in order to give these young men the op­ portunity to participate on this team and further develop their individual and team skills in the sport of basketball. 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This loss put the Ashe Coun­ ty Lightning team out of the chance of a National Champi­ onship and placed the team in the consolation game playing for third place. The consolation game was played on Saturday, July 7 at 2:30 pm against the Chat­ tanooga Steam from Chatta­ nooga, TN. This team had lost their semifinal round game to the eventual Champion, the i1046 ZERO-TURN LAWN TRACTOR • Unique sleerable front axle with steering wheel end foot-pedal control are easy to use and let you mow straight lines on hills FOR OFFICE USE (Do not fill in): Cash POPULAR MECHANICS AWARDED THE 11000 ITS 2007 EDITOR S CHOICE AWARD. responsibility will rest with the parents. I also waive all legal Parent Signature: L- i1000 SERIES ZERO-TURN ZERO ZERO DOWN PAYMENT SALE *2,999" ZERO LIST PRICE *3,299 INTEREST UNTIL MAY 2008 DOWN PAYMENT ZERO SALE *1,699" LIST PRICE *1,845 ZERO ZERO DOWN PAYMENT INTEREST INTEREST UNTIL MAY 2008 UNTIL MAY ZOOS 100% SERVICE AND SUPPORT. 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The secret to having the greenest lawn on your street doesn't necessarily mean spending the most time caring for it, but rather lies in providing nutrients with lawn fertilizers. The average homeowner only fertilizes their lawn 1.9 times per year when they should be fertilizing every two months. "One of the biggest mistakes that homeowners make is not providing enough food for their lawn's health," said Jennifer Clark, marketing manager for Spectrum Brands, the maker of Sta-Green® products. "Traditional lawn maintenance can take time, and many busy homeowners don't have the hours it takes for monthly fertilizing and weeding." Homes with attractive yards generally bring a premium price. Real estate agents confirm that there's no bigger edge than a home with topnotch curb appeal. It's the overall impression people get when they first see the property from the street. They must like the outside package before even considering opening the front door. 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JUST OVER THE VIR­ GINIA LINE - HWY 16N - Charming 154225. FLEETWOOD AREA - Home Farmhouse featuring 4BR. 1BA, 2 fireplaces, workshop 4 pasture area on 6.96 acres. Renovations ongoing and included in the price. Must see to appreciate! 2 additional acres available adjoining this property. $249,000. iff J IP m f jl; i« WXM'i Now, how do you let people know?? 2BR, 1.5 BA. 155254. T0DD/FLEETW00D AREA is located within good proximity of Boone. Wilkes 4 the Jefferson's. Home is a 2 story which features 3 BR. 2.5 BA. vaulted foyer, nice floor plan, pantry, laundry room, small loft area upstairs and wrap around, covered porch. $214,900. www.ALRE-BlueRidge.com Z1 • • 1i ' § £ • • * € s " * • $ • 154364. FLEETWOOD FALLS The Jefferson Post Business Services page maly he just what you are looking for! A single space ad costs only $50 per month and is in 12 issues of the Jefferson Post every month! A double space costs only $100 for the entire month!! 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The parcel has generou? state maintained paved road frontage & offers.an access to a Jjeautifully wooded knol with nice home site and views of the valley & ridges beyond. Great investment or potential mountain home estate. If you're in the market to sell your Home or Land, then you owe it to yourself to contact ual PH: (336) 982-2558 www.ALRE-BlueRidge.com 1836 HWY. 221 NORTH m JEFFERSON, NC 28640 « Land Listings: - Great Location! Features upgraded kitchen, large bedrooms, great room with fireplace and large deck area. Unique pub in the basement in addition to extra sleeping area. Beautifully landscaped yard, paved drive, detached 2-car garage and storage outbuilding. Many ameni­ ties—walking trail, tennis court, river and lake access. Convenient to Boone/BR, Wilkesboros. Jeftersons. $319,900. 155264. BALD MTN ESTATES - Private yet minutes from town! Extremely close to Mountain Aire Golf Course! These beautiful lots in the peaceful Bald Mountain Estates are partially wooded, and offers good year round access. Lots #6 4 #7. $45,000 each. 152624. WALLACE SUBDIVISION - Secluded lots nestled in the heart of Jef. ferson. Just minutes from town amenities. Could make the perfect home site in nice community. Small branch running adjacent to the property line to add to the atmosphere. $22,000. THIS IS ONLY A SMALL PORTION OF THE PROPERTIES WE OFFER FOR SALE. FOR COMPLETE LISTS, CALL OR COME BY OUR OFFICE IN WEST JEFFERSON. TO SEE MORE OF OUR LISTINGS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT www.c21 heritagerealty.com �PAGE 4B FRIDAY, JULY 20, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Floods & Droughts a At any given moment in time, somewhere in the world, you can find extreme weather conditions. Two types of extreme weather conditions that occur on Earth are floods and droughts. Drought Crossword Puule Ipjpjgpg Solve the puzzle using the clues provided. Tin A flood is the rise and overflow The opposite of a flood is a drought. A drought is a prolonged period of time in which there is little or no rain or precipitation in the atmosphere. Drought causes the land to become extremely dry, water sources deplete or diminish and temperatures outside often rise. During drought, it is very common to see temperatures in the 2. Severely dry weather. 4. A large state currently flooding 7. The highest level of drought. 8. Severely wet weather. 0. Wearing down of land by water. 11. A large state currently in drought 13. Drought causes this to deplete. of a body of water into an area that is normally dry land and is caused by an excess of rain and precipitation. When the land becomes completely saturated with water, it has no where else to go, and flooding of dry land Down Clues: occurs. Flooding can occur 1. The # of countries in the Horn of Africa. 3. The # of states currently in extreme drought. gradually over a period of time or can occur extremely fast; this is 5. European country currently flooding. 6. This country has a famous drought level. 9. The lowest level of drought. 11. During drought, these die, causing hunger. 12. This flooding happens quickly. known as flash flooding. Floods cause erosion to the land, damage to homes and buildings, and are responsible for many deaths around the world each year. Currently, there are severe floods in areas of Texas and Sandbag 1) 2) 164 - 27 w Oklahoma. Parts of England in 3) 9878 - 327 KMUts 4) 396 -125 Did you know that sandbags are used to help prevent flood waters from rising? 15 -4 Solve the following equations. the United Kingdom are also currently dealing with deadly flood conditions. 5) 96 - 0 6) 7) 8 -8 8) 429 -329 25 - 17 Hidden Extreme Weather Ward Seareh in Words: Z A T FindXthe words hidden U theVpuzzle below! P N S G W W Y U E L C U Barren Desert Drought Dry Erosion Ethiopia Extreme Flash Flood Flood Horn of Africa Mild Moderate Oklahoma Precipitation B T K K D D Z Z A J R F D K M R C J H L F W D S Z N S R F X X Q V ^ V E N A N E D Y B J V Q G T N C E K R G S V U T H M S A T Z L H X Q K S V T A A U E B O S W Q J B I Z R X S T Y X Q H D I S R N A V A B Q X Q M K W E R O S I O N Z T S K B H W C T K P D O E E D R S L E Q N L R C B Q U W I I O K Q S W Y W P s and on into the 100 s. Many ^ crops die, and animals and livestock can fall ill, due to the lack of water. In the United States, there are four levels used to measure the severity of drought. These levels are: mild, moderate, severe, and extreme. Currently, 13 of the 50 states in the country are experiencing extreme drought conditions in one or more regions of their respective states. Some of the worst struck states include: California, Nevada, Arizona, Wyoming, Tennessee, Alabama, and Georgia. Over the last 24 months, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association, approximately 20 percent of the world has been in drought. One of the most famous areas on Earth known for extreme drought is the Horn of Africa. Ethiopia, Somalia, Eritrea, and Djibouti are the four countries located in the Horn of Africa. The drought in this region has been so extreme that much of the land has become desert or barren. 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INC. 203 East 1st Street • West Jefferson, NC Your Locul Link to Homo Care 1345 DeertleW ML • Boom, NC • 828-284-3065 Mon-Sat 8am-9pm • Sun 12:30pm 6pm 1608 Hwy 221 North • Jeflerson, NC • 336-846-7191 Ethan says, "Come go for a ride!" iinvxv.ashcmcmorial.org Widxeb 19 South Third St. West Jefferson. NC P0 Box 609 • 204 E. Main St West Jeflerson, NC 28694 336-246-2307 • loll Free 1 -866-246-2307 www reoenc ypropert iesnc com 200 Hospital Ave. Jefferson, NC 336-246-7101 Vannoy & Sons Construction Co. PARKER TIE COMPANY ft oodn-jWDsa jNor n a n i w H Special Thank You To AH Our We Build Your Home . P The Way You Want It n l A ' M ] t > | nI0 1 d | o H lZsnoossasioiMxnNi S W L B K H F :suv V I L N Y nJI* "B • a l n l a TTunnjH T M M G tSJ!d 1 | S|0 | M V Z P M B G F Z E R G O H WZ Q C H P K V 3• -1U4.MJ I The Little Dealer With The BIG Heart! Norman Cheek's We're Open Late! 1380 Mount Jeflerson Road • West Jefferson Pick-up Window Open Until 1AM 246-2594 Humphrey Mosonry Supply. Inc. 141 Lyalls Lane. Jefferson. NC (Just off Ashe Park Road) Open Mon-Fri • 7am - 5pm 336-982-9821 TOYOTA OF BOONE www.toyotaofboone com • (828)264-1491 or (800)559-1491 it 665 East King Street • Downtown Boone EMPIRE R-XNZRZTWWI 2000 W. US Hwy 421 • Wilkesboro. NC (336) 667-2886 • 800-523-2745 www.empircdodgc.i i.com Highland's Union Bank 108 5. Jefferson Ave * West Jefferson. NC 336-246-5222 601 kff"50"Avenue,WeslJefferson,NC Chevrolet 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy.net Loan Office • home • business • auto • personal • construction West Jefferson, NC • 336.846.1044 Ashe County Builders Supply "Complete Line of Building Supplies" 127 Beaver Creek School Road • Wesl Jefferson 336-246-3367 �FRIDAY, JANUARY 20, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 5B LIGHTERSIDE Super Crossword ACROSS 1 "Home —" ('90 film) 6 Faithful 11 Elated 15 Tighten the tent 18 Nigerian city 19 Actress Verdugo 20 Paddled 22 Multi­ purpose vehicle 23 Photography event of 1900 26 "Unforget­ table" name 27 Snicker sound 28 Mexican Mrs. 29 Have a mortgage 30 Attack 32 Sniggler's quarry 34 Baseball's Piniella 35 TV's "Green 37 Young follower? 41 Literary event of 1900 48 Roberts or Tucker 50 Only just 51 Olympic VIP 52 Med test 53 Take in, perhaps 1 2 18 3 4 98 Transporta­ tion event of 1900 102 90 Across' instrument 103 Moshe of Israel 104 Shady character? 105 High peak 107 Multivoiced Mel .109 Coach Parseghian 110 Favorite 113 — terrier 117 Massage • 118 Culinary event of 70 Queler or 1900 Arden 124 Every last 71 Heavenly bit hunter 125 Humpback s 73 Meir's home successor 126 Luncheon­ 75 Knight's ette lure wife 127 Gawk 77 Clasp 78 Scale notes 128 Payable 129 Makes 81 Ease a lace situation 130 Actor Gary 82 Musical 131 Detection event of device 1900 88 Huck's DOWN craft 1 TV ET 87 Service div. 2 Cafe au — 89"— Doll" 3 Fairy-tale ('64 hit) fiend 90 Urania's 4 Snack sister 5 Cosmeti­ 91 Skater cian Lauder Midori 6 Papal name 92 Act catty? 7 Auto 94 Anesthetic pioneer 8 Century 97 Object 54 Big bang letters 55 Distress 56 Terror 57 Exhibition event of 1900 62 Solidarity city 64 Weldon or Wray 65 And others 66 Utah city 68 Way to go 69 Donizetti's "L'elisir d'— | 5 1 6 7 8 9 segment 9 "Lonely Boy" singer 10 Research site 11 Become an adult 12 Rob of "Wayne's World" 13 Barley beard 14 "Agnus —" 15 Word in a Dostoyevsky title 16 Coup d'— 17 See 115 Down 21 Rubble 24 Boat bottom 25 Commodious 31 Guitarist Paul 33 Tennis stroke 34 "— Abner" 35 Cain's victim 36 Actor Gulager 37 Rod 38 Actress Shire 39 Threshold 40 Bread and booze 42 Upset 43 Bond foe 44 New York team 45 "Raid on Entebbe" weapon 46 Rub out 47 Bogarde or Weekly SUD0KU CENTENNIAL Benedict 49 Apollo's sister 55 Veneration 56 Hawthorne's was marble 58 Make amends 59 Mideastern letters 60 Fly a chopper 61 Trams transport it 62 Barbecue 63 Drew while distracted 67 Connecticut native 69 Border on 70 Aussie walker 72 Hugo's "Le — s'amuse" 73 Lasso 74 Priced right 76 Canine grp. 78 Full of froth 79 Pianist Schnabel 80 A little night music? 81 Wet blanket 83 Junket 84 Fade away 85 Songwriter Jacques 87 English architect 88 — deco 92 '60 Hitchcock classic 93 Actress Thurman 94 Like some energy 95 Petite pooch 96 Thompson or Salonga 99 Rocker Whitcomb 100 August shows 101 554, to Tiberius 106 Preserve a petunia 107 Nail type 108 Berg opera 109 Blind as — 110 Callao's country 111 Desire deified 112 Use a stopwatch 114 Division word 115 With 17 Down, famed saxophonist 116 51 Across' missis 119 Pretend 120 "Cry — HOCUS-FOCUS BY HENRY BOLTINOFF by Linda Thistle 8 9 7 5 4 3 2 5 8 3 7 7 4 2 1 2 8 9 7 1 6 5 6 3 7 6 2 Find at least six differences in details between panels v 8 1 3 9 5 7 4 9 7 Place a number in the empty boxes in such a way that each row across, each column down and each small 9-box square contains all of the numbers trom one to nine. DIFFICULTY THIS WEEK: * * Moderate * * Challenging * * * HOO BOY! jeBjei s* eseojeug -9 luejemp si esou s.uew S J9||BUJS S| MOPUIAA V '6u|SS|UJ SI 6U|JJB3 e |U3J8J|ip • 2007 King FmIum Syna. me Wono 'H luejeyip si uordy g 6uiss|w BJE seusng j, :seouejeyio River ('55 song) 121 Yak 122 Aye opponent 123 Augsburg article ,0 19 24 23 28 27 L 6 9 9 F S Z 8 9 L s fr 8 6 L Z 9 6 e I Z 8 I L e 9 s E 8 V 6 2 fr I E z i 8 6 C E I 6 9 E L L 8 S L S 8 fr 9 Z 6 2 TR S 9 u S 8 Z L fr 9 I Z Watch for Lighterside every Friday c 6 9 fr 6 9 L I 8 2 Jefferson Post J8MSUV Amber Waves by Dave T. Phipps rOH GREAT LIKE CHRISTMAS ISN'T FAR ENOUGH, 2007-2008 Season Season Tickets On Safe How ThroucjhJuly 31 Limited Seats Available! 336-838-6260 When you believe in silver linings, good things grow. The Osmond Brothers Friday, September 7 - Season Opener OpoWmg'to&piion ' Sao son Ticket Holderi 6 pm' Optimism is a powerful state of mind. Live! From tfic RedCarpet It 's Rich Little atulFriends! Saturday, October 13 Believing every cloud has a silver lining. And when the rain does break through, well, knowing it's only there to help things grow. Maybe this sounds surprising coming from a bank. Maybe you thought Tonif Orlando Christmas we were just about the numbers. Well, Bonfire Friday, November 30 Cash — Ring of Fire The Music ofjohnnu Cash we absolutely know our math, but to be Saturday, January 19 Fefix Cavalicres Rascals honest, our favorite calculation is the altitude of your dreams. That's what gets us excited, and what we want to talk to you about. Because we believe in you AND your potential. That's the power of positive bankingI Yes you can. 1 NE Yes you can.® Yes we can. ® 1055 Mt. Jefferson Road • West Jefferson, NC 28694 • 336.246.9700 fi On the campus of Wilkes Community College • Wilkesboro, NC Box office Hours: Monday - Friday 12 noon - 5pm www.walkercenteronline.org Reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities. www.MyYesBank.com fStEqual Housing L»od«r. Membo' FDIC Friday, May 16 Tuesday, March 11 O 2007 1 All shows are booked, but are subject to change. �PAGE 6B JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JULY 20, 2007 Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm CLASSIFIED DEADLINES Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 140-Help Wanted 140-Help Wanted Accounting Tech I (160-01-0002) FT with PERSONNEL ASSIS­ TANT IV (160-04- Minimum ments: 9:00 am) 0703) Open until filled. FT with New River Be­ havioral Healthcare's Human Resources, work base Watauga. Duties: Insurance pan­ el application, provider numbers, national pro­ vider numbers includ­ ing monitoring & main­ tenance, extensive work with insurance companies including current requirements for panel enrollment & all documentation and other HR duties as as­ signed. Some travel will be required be­ tween the 7 counties served. Prefer person with advanced comput­ er skills for insurance web sites and experi­ ence with Word, Excel & Access. Minimum requirements: High school diploma and 2 yrs assistant/secretarial experience, preferably one year experience in a personnel / insurance office or equivalent ed­ ucation and experi­ ence. Must be skilled in computer technology, communications, and data entry. Typical hiring-range $24,744-$28, 224. Submit state ap­ plication to: Watauga Employment Security Commission, 207 Winker's Creek Road, Boone, NC 28607. Open until filled. Crimi­ nal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. New River Behavioral HealthCare. Work base Watauga. Duties: com­ plete processiong of computireized payrool. Familiarity with quarter­ ly/annual payroll tax re­ porting. Prefer individu­ al with accounting background, possess­ ing strong computer and organization skills. May also include proc­ essing of AP. require­ Graduation from highschool or equivalent and 2 years accounting experience or Associates degree in Business or Accounting field. Salary Grade 59 / Hiring range $24,744 $28,224. Submit state IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The and Jefferson Post is application not responsible for school transcript to: incorrect copy submit­ Watauga Employment ted by the advertiser Security Commission or for typographical 207 Winklers Creek errors which do not Rd. Boone NC 28607. lessen the value of the Criminal records check and pre-employment ad. drug testing is required. Charges Rates depend on size of ad and number of runs. Please call Classified Dept. for information. EOE/AAE. ASHE SERVICES FOR AGING. INC. IS PRES­ ENTLY RECRUITING CERTIFIED NURSE AIDES. Will assist cli­ ent with personal care Mail orders 6houid be needs and light house­ sent with payment to: keeping. Work requires judgement, a pleasant Classified Advertising attitude and initiative as The Jefferson Post well as tact and diplo­ PO Box 808 macy in dealing with West Jefferson, NCi clients and families. 28694 PAY SCALE. NEW FULL TIME. PART (We accept personal TIME AND FLEX TIME check. Visa or POSITIONS AVAILA­ Master Card) BLE. Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 • Program offers benefits package including 11 paid holidays, health insurance and attend­ ance bonus. e-mail: classified fc jotfersonpost.com Web: IF YOU ARE INTRESTED IN APPLY­ ING FOR THESE PO­ SITIONS, PLEASE CONTACT LINDA AUTRY AT ASHE SERV­ ICES FOR AGING, INC. (336A)246-2461 OR THE EMPLOY­ MENT SECURITY COMMISSION (336)982-4212. wwwjeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANK YOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper Is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise any prelerenccs. Limitation or discrimination basod on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, linancial status or national origin Includes children un­ der the age ol 16 living with parents or legal custodians pregnant women A people securing custody ol chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estale which Is In violation of the law. Our readers are here by informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 100-General Services STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem, NC Phone: 336-768-1177 Res.:336-468-8802 Bill Shugart 140-Help Wanted Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! Shop The Classifieds. EOE/AAE. 260-Garage/Yard Sales Huge Partial Estate & Yard Sale Rain or Shine Thursday, July 19th thru Saturday, July 21st 8 am until ? at the Home of Shir­ ley Farmer & JD Farmer (Deceased) 292 W. Deep Ford Rd. Lansing, NC From West Jefferson take 88 W- 194N to Warrensville.Turn right to Lansing on 194 N - Approximate­ ly 1.5 miles. Turn right on Deep Ford Rd. Antique Furniture, Glassware,. Iron Double kitchen sink, Clothes, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix. Too many items to men­ tion. J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 Lawson Support Services, LLC has a full time position open for a qualified professional wiht a four year degree and experience in MH, DD, and/or SA. Salary DOE. Please fax resume to: 336-372-6087, come by with resume and fill out an application or call 336-372-6083 SALESPERSON WANTED: Experienced Manufactured/Modular salesperson home needed to assist cus­ tomers with their home buying process. Earn up to $1.000 per week, plus commission, plus great benefit package. Background check and drug test required, Fax resume to (336)9734478. DID YOU KNOW? Our Classifieds reach everyone in the county? Let our Classified Ads go to work for you! Call us at 336-846-7164, Christmas Tree Farm for Sale Nathans Creek Hwy 221N Turn on JE Gentry Rd 1st trees on right 977-2799/846-7029 Fraser Fir Christmas Trees available in all sizes. Call for Pricing 336-877-7176 260-Garage/Yard Sales GARAGE SALE YARD SALE 409 Rldgecrest Ave. West Jefferson YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 Tuesday Edition Friday by 9 am Friday Edition Wednesday by 9 am Furniture, Kitchen Items, Household items, Baby clothes, electronics, a little bit of everything! Hwy 16, first public storage building past Mt. View Elementary MCNEILL FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. Two inch space for the above costs. 290-Horses & Livestock "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 300Miscellaneous BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. The Jefferson Post Saturday 8 am until ? Lost: Orange and White Short Haired Cat in Fleetwood Area Name: Jostin If anyone has seen him, please call: (828) 265-9645. DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE Copy and payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Lots of household items, clothing HUGE 3 Family Yard Sale Jack Russell puppies for sale, DOB 6/16/07, reg., parents on site, $300, taking deposits. Melissa 336-846-6698 PLACE YOUR Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 7:30 a.m until ?? 10 FREE KITTENS! Will Pay $10 for each kitten taken to purchace food! PLEASE HELP!!! WE Don't want to take them to Animal Control! 384-3197 FOUND on Blue Ridge Parkway near Mile Post 268: Small Fe­ male Terrier Mix. White Body with Brown Spots. 973-0123 2972 Old Wllkesboro Road in Glendale Springs July 21,2007 330-Pets 240 Gum Branch Road Jefferson PLACE YOUR 235-Chrlstmas Trees •K JMHalcf1 i Grands - Consoles new & rebuilt - We lease, buy. move, tune, refinish & rebuild pianos Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 Found in Nettle Knob area on Saturday, July 14: Male Siberian Huskey to claim call 877-1707 7 am until ? US Chemical Storage 1806 River Street, Hwy 268 West Wllkesboro, NC 28697 Phone: 336-838-2095 Fax: 336-838-0045 336-982-8543 Variety of Items In­ cluding household, children's clothing, toys, furniture & much more! SALE Supervisor with experi­ ence in: Enterline & Russell Builders is now hiring experienced carpen­ ters, carpenters help­ ers, and painters. We ofler health and dental insurance, paid vaca­ tions, and a 401K profit sharing savings plan. Steady year round work with time and 1/2 for overtime. Please apply at our office in Blowing Rock 2959568 $1000.00 Saturday 7-21-07 8 a.m. -1 p.m. MULTI FAMILY YARD FRIDAY July 20 SATURDAY July 21 Manufacturing environ­ ment. If intrested appli­ cations accepted Mon­ day thru Thursday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Organ Wurlitzer Upright- Professional Digital Music System Triple Keyboard like new Original $8000.00 Model D72 "Spinet" w/matching bench Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information SUPERVISOR NEEDED 1. Quality Control 2. Shipping, Receiving 3. Manage at least 5 employees 4. Very organized 5. Self motivated 6. Good Communica­ tion Skills and follow up 7. Must have a mini­ mum of 1 year expe­ rience 310-Musical Yogie is a 1-2 year old, male, German Shep­ herd mix. Yogie is a big goofy boy with a very big heart. Yogie has a lot of love to give - just give him a chance in your new home. For more infor­ mation, contact the Al­ leghany Animal Shelter at 336-372-8744 or email mais@yahoo.com- 330-Pets Zorro is a -1 year old 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 370-Cars/Vans for Sale 2000 Oldsmobile Intri­ gue. Good Condition. Take over Payments 384-2892 For Sale: 1999 KIA Sportage, 4 door, Low Mileage, Excellent Condition, 4-wheel drive, $5400.00Call 982-9655 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent Applications are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jeflerson, NC "One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments "Handicapped accessible "Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 classifieds online! www.jeffersonpost.com has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our lor rent" sections. Call us at 336-846-7164 Classifieds Work! Call us at 846-7164 Wilkes Community College History Instructor - Ashe Campus & Math Instructor - Ashe Campus For more information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu Want to Sell That Property with no Commission Fees? Do you have a home, trailer or land that you want to sell? Would you hold a note for 5-7 years? Contact us. We are looking for that property that you want to sell. Multiple units and rental property as well. We are NOT realtors but individuals looking to invest. 977-1455 the latest deals on for rent. West Jefferson, 3500 sq ft, all or 1/2. Lansing -1100 sq ft. Call for details, 561-750-7512 FOR LEASE 3,600 square feet of offices in Jefferson Station with outside entrance. 12 offices, waiting room, 2 baths, break area, stor­ age spaces, recently renovated paved park­ ing. For more informa­ tion call Carol Stone 919/741-0403 or Tom Banks 919/796-1740 Mobile Homes by Local Dealers First Time Home Buyers...ZERO (0) Down!!! We make it EASY. (336) 973-4462. Land owners. Guarenteed. Home approvals. (336) 973-4462 LOOKING TO BUY YOUR FIRST HOME?? Great package for first time buyer land home packages!! 336-973-4462 NEW GOVERNMENT LOANS!! New 3-4 Bedroom land/home packages. Qualifying hot line 336-973-4462 WE GET ER DONE!! New land home doublewide and modulars Available now.... GOVERNMENT MAKES DOWN PAYMENT New Generation Homes 336-973-4462 NEED OFFICE SPACE WITHOUT EXTRA EX­ PENSES? Jefferson Station has 500 Sq. Ft. and 1000 Sq. Ft. office spaces with all utilities furnished except phone. For more infor­ mation call Carol Stone 919/741-0403 or Tom Banks 919/796-1740. 460-Mobile Homes for Rent 490-Houses/ Apts. for Sale Acreage Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 535-Commercial Property NEED RETAIL SPACE AT A REASONALBE PRICE? Jefferson Sta­ Scenic Mountain Home 1790 Sq Ft, 3 BR/2 BA, Refurbished Interior, .78 acre, beautifully landscaped. $210,000 FSBO 336-846-3382 919-943-8080 tion, the new mall, in West Jefferson has re­ tail space at great rates. Utilities • are fur­ nished except phone. For more information call Carol Stone 919/741-0403 or Tom Banks 919/796-1740 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. ATTENTION: ALL FU­ TURE HOME BUY­ ERS!! Just in 4 MONTHS Winter Will Be Upon Us. You Need To Buy Now So You Can Be In Your New Home Before Cold and Snowy Weather Sets In. Call For Appoint­ ment At 336-973-2335 Freedom Homes Ask For D S Prevette. 237 Valley Dr. Jefferson. NC Friday. July 20th & Saturday, July 21st LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND •|| MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY To apply: apply in person at Human Resources of Ashe Memorial Hospital or mail your resume to Attn: Human Resources, Ashe Memorial Hospital, Inc., 200 Hospital Ave, Jefferson, NC 28640, on-line at www. ashcmcmorial.org or email tohr@ashcmemorial.org. tmpsjfr- Tfie ftfferson Post 1130-Remodeling Free 3 wooden 32 inch outside doors with win­ dows. Taken off of an old house. Call 3843194. Having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of Ford Avery Roark, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims agianst said estate to present them to the undersigned at 1487 W. Staggs Creek Rd., Warrensville, N.C., 28693 on or before the 13 day of November, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indbeted to the estate will please make immediate payment ot the undersigned. This the 6th day of July, 2007. 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Sr. NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE ITORS Having qualified as Ex­ ecutor of the Estate of Wanda King Thomp­ son, late of Ashe Coun­ ty, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 841 Moore Road. Lansing, NC, 28643 on or before the 29th day of September, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to TO CRED­ Having qualified as CoExecutor of the Estate of Mabel B. Phillips, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 1274 Rock Quarry Rd, Fleetwood. NC, 28628 on or before the 6th day of October, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to Classifieds Work! 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North Carolina is a place where the people should have the right to vote on how to pay for the things they care about, like: First-class schools Safe, clean water Better roads Conservation of fast-disappearing open space Affordable housing And, just maybe, lower property taxes The legislature is considering allowing the people in each community to vote on a land transfer tax - paid only once when someone sells a property. It is an alternative to higher property taxes, which every landowner pays every single year. The North Carolina Realtors Association and the North Carolina Home Builders Association have spent more than $900,000 in political contributions to pressure Senator Steve Goss and other legislators. If these groups have their way, you will be prohibited from ever having the opportunity to vote on whether your community should be able to use the transfer tax to meet community needs as an alternative to higher property taxes. Contact Senator Steve Goss today at (919) 733-5963 or rcsoles@ncleg.net. Urge him to let the people vote for the things your community needs - schools, safe water, better roads and lowering property taxes. Your Right to Vote is at Stake! Visit www.ncfuturenow.org to learn more. PARTNERSHIP for North Carolina 's Future The Partnership for North Carolina's Future is a group of advocates for public schools, transportation, land and water conservation, water and sewer, affordable housing, and cities and counties who have come together to urge legislators to invest in North Carolina's future now - before it's too late. Paid for by the Partnership for North Carolina's Future �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JULY 20, 2007 PAGE 9B ENTERTAINMENT Classic Pizzazz coming to Civic Center The Ashe County Arts Council sponsors Classic Piz­ zazz a fun-filled two-hour production at the Ashe Civic Center in West Jefferson on Friday, July 20 at 7:30. Clas­ sic Pizzazz, a Gurl and Girl Production stars Brian Gurl and Lenny Ski featuring an evening of musical mischief and a taste of comedy. The audience will remember an­ other Gurl and Girl Produc­ tion, Laughing with the Leg­ ends presented last summer at the Ashe Civic Center. Brian Gurl and Lenny Ski along with the Classic Piz­ zazz band offers a dazzling and totally unique repertoire from pop to Broadway, swing and jazz to semi-classical music plus comedy, imper­ sonations, improvisational surprises and more. Classic Pizzazz has been performed for over seven years and fea­ tures many classic time hon­ ored popular tunes as "Take me out to the Ballgame" and Ray Charles' "Georgia". Broadway tunes include "The Phantom of the Opera and a "Cats" melody. The evening will also include a routine en­ titled "Jack Benny meets Liberace" and ends with a funny duet by the piano. Brian Gurl has studied classical piano and plays many genres of music that includes jazz, ragtime, blues, BLOWING HOCK, NC the family's place in musi­ - Keep on the Sunny Side, a cal history. In addition to musical about America's First the rich musical heritage, Family of Country Music, ex­ the story also sheds light on plores the origins of the leg­ A.P. and Sara's love story, and endary Carter Family, July the strains and stresses that 25 - Aug. 12 at the Hayes enormous success placed on Performing Arts Center. Step back in time to the day in June 1914 when Alvin Pleasant Delaney Carter met his future wife, the young Sara Dough­ erty. From their early days together in the Appala­ chians, when they gathered their relationship. in homes and played schools Times for Keep on the Sun­ and churches, to their later ny Side are July 25 at 8 p.m., musical triumphs, Keep on July 26 at 2 p.m. & 8 p.m., the Sunny Side follows A.P. July 27 at 8 p.m., July 28 at as he discovers and writes 2 p.m. & 8 p.m., July 29 at 2 the songs that would secure p.m., Aug. 1 at 8 p.m., Aug. 2 rock 'n roll and more. He has not only been a solo artist but has also performed with a dance band, a jazz quintet and many years in the musi­ cal theatre. Lenny Ski stud­ ied classical violin at the New England Conser­ vatory of Music. He has played many different genres of music includ­ ing bluegrass, pop and Broadway. ling the Ivories on August The Classic Pizzazz band in­ 3, Smoke on the Mountain cludes Bryon Hedgepeth on Homecoming on September drums and Eliot Wadopian 11, Western Piedmont Sym­ on bass. phony Orchestra on October Classic Pizzazz is the first 5 and Southern Fried Jazz event of the new program­ Band on October 13. For a ming year 2007/08 for the full programming calendar Ashe County Arts Council at go to www.ashecountyarts. the Ashe Civic Center. The org. Arts Council will sponsor 26 So come have a fun fam­ performances and concerts in ily-friendly evening with the the coming year at both the Ashe County Arts Council and Ashe Arts Center and the experience Classic Pizzazz. \ Ashe Civic Center includ- All seats are reserved and f ing: Tick­ tickets are $10 adults and $5 students. Reserve your seats now at the Ashe Arts Center or over the phone at 336-846ARTS. For more information please call 336-846-ARTS. Paluzzi to play at Frasers at 2 p.m. & 8 p.m., Aug. 3 at 8 p.m. and Aug. 4 at 2 p.m. & 8 p.m., Aug. 5 at 2 p.m., Aug. 8 at 8 p.m., Aug. 9 at 2 p.m. & 8 p.m., Aug. 10 at 8 p.m and West Jefferson will wel­ Aug. 11 at 2 p.m. & 8 p.m, come singer-songwriter Larry Aug. 12 at 2 p.m. Tickets are Paluzzi to entertain at Fras­ $30, $14 for students, and ers Restaurant. are available now While celebrating their by calling fifth year in the downtown, the Box the owners of Frasers want O f f i c e the opening of their newly at 828- renovated bar with full ABC 2 9 5 - permits, big screen televi­ 9627. You sions, and art gallery. may pay by Larry Paluzzi will play on credit card or by Friday nights, July 20, July cash (in person). Tickets 27, Aug. 3, from 6:30 to 9:30 can also be purchased on­ p.m. line at www.hayescenter.org Paluzzi has been enter­ by credit card. Special group taining audiences for the rates are also available. Sea­ past 35 years. His unique son and Flex Passes can be finger-picking guitar style purchased and used through­ and strong, soothing voice out the entire '07 season. have made him popular with people of all ages. A lover of all types of music, he plays a wide variety of musical styles including instrumentals, cov­ ers of popular tunes, tradi­ tional songs, standards, rock and roll and many of his own compositions. Paluzzi has performed across the United States and recently relocated to this region from Orcas Is­ land, Washington. He and his family now make their home in Troutdale, Va. Come welcome a new mu­ sician and celebrate with friends at Frasers. Frasers is located in the historic down­ town arts district of West Jef­ ferson and is open for lunch Keep 01) the S u m y Side Little Theatre auditions Ashe County LittleTheatre will hold auditions for their fall performance of Preston Jones' The Last Meeting of the Knights of the White Mag­ nolia at 6:30 on July 23 at the Ashe Civic Center. Knights will run from September 27 through September 30, with evening shows on September 27, 28, and 29 and a Sunday matinee on September 30. Directed by Michael Yelton, and produced by Linda Harms, this southern com­ edy was first presented at the Broadhurst Theater in New York and was awarded the 1977 Drama Desk Award for Outstanding New Play. Knights is set in the meeting room of the "Knights of the White Magnolia," located on the third floor of the Cattle­ man's Hotel in Bradleyville, Texas. The time is 1962, and the Knights have long ago lost sight of their initial pur­ pose; they now meet to share a game of dominoes and a bit of liquid refreshment. When a new recruit appears, the Knights have the opportunity to resurrect their initiation rite; what initially appears to be a serious drama soon re­ able. Scripts will be provided veals its true character - that at audition; those audition­ of unbridled comedy. ing will not need a prepared Nine men's parts are avail- scene, but will read from the The Meeti KnighTs of the j4 ap'T) n I i "?\ •» -urn J -mm ^ script. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846ARTS. k. ye shall die in your sins." One must believe that Jesus is the Son of God. Then they must be willing to repent of sins. Luke 13:3, "I tell you. Nay: but except ye repent, ye will likewise perish." One must be willing to confess Christ. Romans 10:10, "For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness: and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation." Then one must be baptized. Mark 16:16, "He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; hut he that believeth not shall be damned." This must be done in order to become a child of God. What will you do with Jesus? Speeds up to 8 Mbps Up to 5x faster than 1.5 Mbps DSL Service! rfcnp Star Digital One Star Pak Featuring up to 135 video and music channels! • Great for online gaming, YouTube, . U p t o 2 1 d i g i t a l c h a n n e l s of S t a r z and Encore" .Family cable on all the TVs in your iTunes and more . includes premium c°ntentw,th ESPN360 and Disney Connection $29 + $2995 A MONTH FOR 12 MONTHS 12 MONTHS Plus taxes and fees bundle and save 866.966.2225 The erring member must do something with Jesus. There are many that were once faithful children of God and know have wondered from the sheepfold. It is sad to see people who were once faithful and have forsaken the ways of the Lord and followed Satan. One that has become unfaithful to God can get back into the right relationship with Him. 1 John 1:9. "If we confess our sins, he Ls faithful and just to forgive as our sins, and to cleanse as from all unrighteousness." One who has become lost can find his way back by repenting of their sins and God will forgive them. The erring member must do something with Jesus? They either will obey the Lord or will disobey Him. The faithful Christian must do something with Jesus. A child of God can not leave anywhere without Jesus. When we leave home we must not forget Jesus. A Christian can not forget who they are nor who they represent. What ever we do we must always strive to imitate Jesus. We must walk in the light of the Lord. 1 John 1:7. "But if we walk in the light, as he Ls in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleauseth us from all sin." The child of must remain faithful unto God by walking in the light and striven be like Jesus. The faithful child of God must do something with Jesus? They will ether stay faithful unto Jesus are become unfaithful. www.mediacomcable.com We must all do something with Jesus. He can not be ignored nor forgotten. Let us do the right thing with Jesus. Sinners become a child of God by obeying the gospel. Erring members repent of your sins and become faithful again. Faithful children of God walk in the light and be like Christ. We all have to do something with Jesus. It is up to us to do something with Him. Doug Frazier _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Mail Request to: WJ Church of Christ, P0 Box 117, West Jefferson, NC 28694 Video 95 The sinner must do something with Jesus. A sinner is separated from God and needs to be reconciled unto Him. The sinner has the choice to obey the gospel or ignore it. Becoming a child of God is the greatest decision one will ever make and the most important one. One can become a Christian by obeying God's plan of salvation. Romans 10:17, "So then faith comcth by hearing, and hearing by the word of God." One must first hear the Gods word in order to faith in it. John 8:24, "I said therefore unto you, that ye shall die in your sins: for if ye believe not 1 am he, [J Yes, I am interested in a correspondence course by mail [] Yes, I am interested in an in-home Bible study Name: Address: City:. State: Zip:. Phone: Internet home at no additional monthly charge The question is addressed unto us all. We must all do something with Jesus regardless of who we are. The question is to the sinners, erring members and also to the faithful child of God. The question is what will we do with Jesus. Will we place Jesus upon the self of our lives like we do so often? So many of us use Jesus as a spare tire needing Him only when things seem to be getting rough or when we are in trouble. When things are going good we forget about Jesus. It is important that we do something with Jesus. I REWARD J What Will You Do With Jesus? 1 For reservations, call 336 246-5222. Nlediacom (West Jefferson Church of Christ) — — and dinner daily, with the exception of Sunday evening. YOURSr BACK TO THE BIBLE r — — — — — — — — — — — Photo courtesy of Frasers Larry Paluzzi I I �PAGE10B FRIDAY, JULY 20, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS ESL teacher heads to Brazil Post photo by Linda Burchette Dr. Francis Amato, through his office in Jefferson, helped with a discount purchase of 26 Oral B electric toothbrushes for clients of Summit Support Services. They will help increase the smiles in this group. Elizabeth Stringer will spend five weeks this sum­ mer teaching English in Brazil at the Instituto Americano de Lins da Ingreja Metodista (IALIM). This school is a language immer­ sion school in Lins, Brazil, outside of Sao Paulo. While there, Stringer will be supervising three un­ dergraduate students from Emory and Henry College in Emory, Va. She currently teaches English as a Second Lan­ guage at Galax High School in Galax, Va. She has taught ESL for six years. Stringer is bilingual in Spanish and English. She learned Spanish while living Elizabeth Stringer in Barcelona, Spain, where she attended the University in 1998-99. She returned to of Barcelona for one year Spain in 2000 to present her original literary research, entitled "Metaforas de la femininidad en La Plaza del Diamante por Merce Rodoreda." Her research has been published in Spanish in lit­ erary review anthologies. Stringer loves to trav? el and has visited several countries, including Spain, Portugal, France, Italy, Aus­ tria, Germany, Switzerland, Israel, Greece and Mexico. She is especially excited about her upcoming trip to South America. She lives in Galax, Va. Her parents are John W. String of Galax and Crystal Goad of Galax. Her grandparents are Jo Stringer of West Jef­ ferson and the late Harold "Bud" Stringer and Norman and Ruth Goad of Hillsville, Va. Dentist helping folks to |JggJgJSJJ <$ better dental hygeine r <$ % % % 4K by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Clients of Summit Support Services are enjoying better dental hygiene thanks to the assistance of Jefferson den­ tist Dr. Francis Amato. Dr. Amato helped the lo­ cal organization purchase 26 electric toothbrushes for cli­ ents who often have difficulty brushing their teeth. "I have seen some of the group home clients since my first day," Amato said, "and seen a progression of cavi­ ties due to their difficulty in brushing. I talked to the staff about it, and they helped where they could. They were really trying, and the clients too, but they were still hav­ ing problems. I thought if the staff could get electric tooth­ brushes to them it would help. It helps anyone. The next question was the budget. So I contacted companies and got the best deal I could for an affordable project." Amato said he had a class on proper tooth brushing in college, and said you can do it with a manual toothbrush, but it is a lot of work. The proper brushing technique is called modified bass stroke. "I went home and did it one time, and decided the effort required an electric tooth­ brush," he said. "Electrics do a phenom­ enal job," he said. "It takes the work out of it and boosts dental hygiene. You hold the brush and let it do the work." This is great for people who have trouble with small hand motions, like some of the Summit clients. "It's not a lack of effort," Amato said, "just problems with manipulation. We will see more results with their new electric toothbrushes. I just wanted to see some nice smiles." Stephen Shoemaker exhibit now open The Ashe County Arts Council is pleased to spon­ sor a solo exhibition by local artist Stephen Shoemaker in the Gallery of the Ashe Arts Center. The exhibit titled "Pictures at an Exhibition" features new and original artwork with a wide variety of subject matter. The exhibit opened July 18 and runs through Aug. 25. An opening reception was planned on Thursday, July 19, the viewer might overlook. For more information please call the arts council at 336-846-ARTS. T $ The 16 under A she County Lightning and their 4^ families would like to express our gratitude to ^ Kevin Nichols for all of his time, effort, commitment, ^ ^ professionalism and generosity to make our journey ^ to #4 in the nation all possible. Thanks for the memorieslAnd most of all... T H A N K y O VO V I N G OR B O y S H L F O UR 1• •:•»@:•»•:•»•>»§=-§• Cool CD Rates For A Hot Summer! Visit the Yadkin Valley Bank office that's closest to you and take advantage of these limited-time CD rates! You'll see that when it comes to great rates and impressive customer service, we'll leave you thirsty for more. 24-Month CD 9-Month CD 3-Month CD Limited Time Only! 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Call 1-800-292-6274 or visit our website at VisiLJeffentonLanding.com m Jefferson Landing Ashe County, North Carolina � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. 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James tournament info page 7 SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 19*25 lit M — Tuesday July 24, 2007 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 wwwjeffersonpost.com Volume 82, Issue 59 Group pushes to kill windmill project by Jim Thompson Editor Friends of Ashe County is pushing to have Northwest Wind Developers' application dismissed this week. Earlier this month, the group had filed a motion with the N.C. Utilities Commission to dismiss the application to build a large wind energy project on Big Springs Moun­ tain in Creston. As a result, on July 13, the Utilities Commis­ sion sent a show cause order to Northwest Wind Develop­ ers, giving them the chance to make the case against the dismissal by this Wednesday, July 25. On the same day, the Public Staff of the Utilities Commis­ sion—an independent body appointed to represent the in­ terest of the average citizen— filed a letter in the case. In it, Robert S. Gillam, attorney with the Public Staff, stated, "I am writing to notify you that the Public Staff does not plan to file further testimony in this docket..." He also reit­ erated the Public Staffs posi­ tion, stated in January, that Northwest's project would be in violation of the Mountain Ridge Protection Act of 1983 (aka the Ridge Law). The letter goes on to state that, if the Utilities Commis­ sion were to ultimately de­ termine the project does not violate the Ridge Law and is "required by the public con­ venience and necessity," that certain conditions be required for the company to meet. Gil­ lam specified these conditions as "...requiring the Company to file reports, before any con­ struction work begins, iden­ tifying the management per­ sonnel who will be in charge of the facility; identifying transmission needs and sub­ mitting required applications, and identifying the purchaser of the electric power generat­ ed at the facility. There should also be conditions requiring the Company to have stud­ ies performed by qualified experts, and filed with the Commission, assessing the project's impact on wildlife and on rivers and streams in the area." Gillam, in his letter, argued that Northwest had failed to demonstrate that their proj­ ect is required by the public convenience and necessity. He therefore recommended the Commission "dispose of this matter accordingly." In a letter dated July 15, and filed with the Utilities Commission on July 18, Dr. Richard K. Calhoun, an owner of Northwest Wind Develop­ ers, provided an update to the company's application. He noted in the letter that "multiple events have oc­ curred" since the Feb.13 hear­ ing before the Utilities Com­ mission. "Most significantly," he wrote, "is my lack of fi­ nancial resources to continue with some of the studies need­ ed. I have presented my case to multiple financial institu­ tions. While all are interested, none are willing to lend funds unless a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity has been issued. A conditional Certificate would be accepted as evidence to proceed with funding by at least three in­ stitutions." Calhoun continued, "When this process started I felt cer­ tain that private individuals and land owners could negotitate the maze of governmental oversight. Now I'm not sure. It appears to me that only big business has that ability. I'm impressed with the amount of 'deep pocket' one would have to have to do all the prelimi­ nary work. I'm sorry I don't See Wind, page 5 Undercover operation results in four arrests by Jim Thompson Editor Four people face drug charges as of a result of a four-month long undercover investigation. "The investigation was conducted by the Ashe Coun­ ty Sheriffs Office with assis­ tance from the Boone Police Department Narcotics Divi­ sion and the SB I," said Sher­ iff James Williams. The fol­ lowing persons were arrested and charged as a result of the investigation: •Dennis Combs: Charged with conspiracy to sell and deliver cocaine, conspiracy to traffic opium/heroin (prescrip­ tion medicine) (two counts). •Lisa Marie Hall: Charged with conspiracy to sell and deliver cocaine (two counts), maintaining a purpose of selling narcotics (two counts), maintaining a dwelling for the purpose of keeping and selling narcotics, possession of cocaine, posses­ sion of marijuana, and posses­ sion of drug paraphernalia. •Brandon Liddle: Charged Lisa Marie Hall with conspiracy to traffic opium/heroin (prescription •George Edward Wilkins medicine) (two counts), viola­ III: Charged with conspiracy tion of probation, obtaining a to sell and deliver cocaine (two controlled substance by fraud counts), selling and delivering (nine counts). cocaine (three counts), pos- Construction shuts airport / George Edward Wllklns III session with intent to sell and deliver cocaine (four counts), maintaining a vehicle for the purposes of selling and keepSee Arrests, page 5 Photo by Tom Fowler/www.tomfowler.net Ashe County Airport is temporarily closed during the week while blasting and removal of rock is taking place to create more hangar space. The airport is closed from 7 a.m. Monday to 7 p.m. Friday, and open on the weekends. The blasting by Double O Drilling and Blasting Inc. of Boone is expected to be completed within the next two weeks. Blasting is scheduled every day possible from 10 a.m. to noon and 2-4 p.m. County Manager Dan McMillan said the blasting sites are covered with thick rubber blankets and dirt during the process to contain the debris. You can't feel the blast even from a few hundred feet away. McMillan said, but you can see the dirt covered blanket rise a few inches as the blast occurs.This picture, taken this weekend by Tom Fowler, shows the construction now underway there. New commercial kitchen opens at Family Central by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor There's something good being cooked up at Family Central. Cooks of all experi­ ence levels are taking advan­ tage of the new commercial kitchen to produce or test homemade foods for public consumption. Creative Ventures opened the end of February as a site for folks in the region look­ ing to produce their recipes or start a food business, but who could not afford the cost of a commercial kitchen in their homes. Equipment is still coming in, and an offi­ cial grand opening is being planned for Sept. 14, but the kitchen is up and running for various products. "The construction was more costly than anticipated so we spent some of the equipment money on construction," said Carol Coulter, executive di­ rector of Family Central. "We still need a big grinder/chop­ per, a big kettle for sauces, a bottling machine and hydrator, and a press and pasteur­ izer for juices." Grants are be­ ing sought to help pay for the additional equipment, and Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com cla88ified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpo8t.com Post photo by Linda Burchette Jackie Brown, left, and Rhonda Church are available to help area cooks interested in accessing Creative Ventures, the new commercial kitchen at Family Central. Kitchen staff also Includes Julie Goodman. They offer their expertise in cooking and baking through the kitchen, catering services, the farmers market and other locales. If you want to offer homemade foods for sale or start your own small business, this is the place to go for advice and help. the kitchen is working with NC State on a grant to pro­ duce non-fermented juices. The whole idea began sev­ eral years ago when food pro­ duction regulations changed and cooks wanting to sell their wares suddenly needed specialized equipment and handling practices normally found in a commercially li­ censed kitchen. It can prove too costly for many, or im­ possible to accommodate in private homes, and began to impact vendors at the local School supply drive underway It's coming! Are you going to be ready? The first day of school for Ashe County students is Wednes­ day, Aug. 8, only two weeks away. As parents scramble to prepare their children, shopping is high on the list of things to do. The stu­ dents need notebooks, pens and pencils, backpacks, calculators, clothes and so much more. Sometimes the costs can be overwhelming. You can help by par­ ticipating in the 3rd annual School Supply Drive now underway. The community can join in the preparation of its future leaders by purchasing school supplies through farmers market. A group was formed to study the possibil­ ity of a commercial kitchen for the public to use, tied into a small business incubator, and Creative Ventures is the result. "A lot of business education has to go on before people ac­ tually get in the kitchen and start cooking," Coulter said. "It's been kind of interesting. Some people come in with knowledge of a kitchen and experience, and we don't have to tell them much. And then Aug. 6 and dropping them off at participating loca­ tions, and you can do this sales tax free Aug. 3-5. Items needed include pencils with erasers, pens, loose-leaf paper especially college or wide-ruled, three-ring binders, notebooks, backpacks, crayons, markers, glue, cellophane tape, glazes and clay, cal­ culators, folders, index cards, legal pads, lunch boxes, paints and paintbrushes, protractors, reference ma­ terials, scissors, and textbooks. Many of these items can be purchased sales tax free during the North Carolina Tax Free Weekend Aug. 3-5. Gift cards will also be accepted, and the organiz­ ers will purchase the supplies. Donations can be noted for a specific school, and gift cards can note we have people who come in with a recipe, and when we go over all the details, they get this deer in the headlights look of'oh my gosh! I thought I was just going to cook this!' We talk to them about the name of the product, labels and packaging, marketing and taste testing. We work with the Ashe Campus of Wilkes Community College on classes in the Family Cen­ tral conference room with instructors from Blue Ridge Food Ventures in Asheville and Stecoah in Maggie Valley. Blue Ridge Food Ventures is sponsoring a market Sept. 25 in Asheville for all three ven­ tures to set up and exhibit." Those interested in pro­ ducing food items through Creative Ventures can come in and discuss their ideas with Rhonda Church, kitchen manager, and part-time assis­ tants Jackie Brown and Julie Goodman. Brown is noted for her breads and pastries and her work with Sweet Aromas and the Accidental Baker and Goodman is known for her muffins and cookies, while Church is the cake lady. She See Kitchen, page 5 specific supplies. Items collected will be stored and sorted into piles by item and distributed to Mountain View, Blue Ridge and Westwood elementary schools, Ashe County Middle School and Ashe County High School. Donations of new clothing, shoes, backpacks and book bags will also be accepted. Teachers are also asking for paper towels, antibacterial wipes, pop­ up tissues, hand sanitizer, zip-locking plastic bags, snacks for the classroom (nothing with peanuts, please), sticky notepads, and adhesive bandages. For more information, call Dawn Goodman at 246-2461 or 246-1522 or Candi Miller at 246-4344. �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, JULY 24, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Elmer Bryan Miller Big Windfall Commmunity September 19, 1930 July 15, 2007 Mr. Elmer Bryan Miller, age 76, better known as "Bry­ an" of Lansing, the Big Wind­ fall Community, died Sunday morning, July 15, 2007 at his residence. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, July 18, 2007 at 11 a.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Julian Owens and Min­ ister Danny Miller officiating. Burial followed in the Pond Mountain Cemetery. The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, July 17, 2007 at Boone Family Funeral Home. Mr. Miller was born in Ashe County on Friday, September 19, 1930 to the late Carl Winfield Miller and Bertha Clyde Shepherd Miller. He retired from Thomasville Furniture Mfg. He is survived by two broth­ ers, Dean Miller and Norman Miller, both of Lansing; two sisters, Helen Weaver, of Lan­ sing and Ruth Lewis, of West Jefferson; several nieces and nephews also survive. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrangements. Goldie Gay Dancy her husband, Elbert Dancy; a son, Johnny Lee Dancy and West Jefferson wife Debbie of West Jeffer­ Mav 28 1940 son, NC; one granddaughter, July 18, 2007 Mrs. Goldie Gay Dancy, Tabitha Dancy; five sisters, age 67 of West Jefferson, died Mildred Bare of Wilkesboro, Wednesday, July 18, 2007 at Mae Taylor of West Jefferson, JoAnne Foster of North Wil­ her home. kesboro, Mary Lee Seagle of Mrs. Dancy was born May 28, 1940 in Ashe County to Vale, NC and Margie Brown the late Parker and Delia Ray of Jefferson; a brother, R. P. Roark Latham. In addition to Latham of West Jefferson; her parents she was also pre­ and several nieces and neph­ ceded in death by her grand­ ews. Flowers will be appreci­ daughter, Angela Dancy. Funeral services were held ated or memorials may be at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 21, made to the family in care of 2007 at Ashelawn Memorial Badger Funeral Home, PO Chapel by Rev. Tommy Dollar Box 139, West Jefferson, NC and Rev. Joey McClure and 28694 You may email your condo­ Rev. Billy Joe Blevins. Burial followed in Ashelawn Me­ lences to the family through morial Gardens. The family our website at www.badgerreceived friends from 12 to 2 funeralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in p.m. prior to the service. Mrs. Dancy is survived by charge of the arrangements. Sidney Reeves McNeill Mr. McNeill is survived by his cousins, Maxie Miller, Maude Calhoun and Mary Lansing Dollar all of Lansing, NC, March 6, 1926 Dean Hodgson of Bristol, VA, July 17, 2007 Delphine Stevens of Abing­ Mr. Sidney Reeves Mc­ don, VA, Ralph Smith of Da­ Neill, age 81 of Lansing, died mascus, VA and Fred McNeill Tuesday, July 17, 2007 at the of Crumpler, NC. VA Hospital in Salisbury, NC. The family requests no Mr. McNeill was born March food or flowers please. Me­ 6, 1926 in Ashe County, NC morials may be made to: to the late Sidney and Ethel McNeill Francis Cemetery Francis McNeill. Fund c/o Bernard Calhoun, Funeral services were 1110 McNeill Rd., Lansing, held at 2 p.m., Saturday, July NC 28643 21, 2007 at the Badger Fu­ You may email your condo­ neral Home Chapel by Ward lences to the family through Sexton. Burial will follow in our website at www.badgerthe McNeill - Francis Cem­ funeralhome.com. etery. The family will receive Badger Funeral Home friends from 1 to 2 p.m. prior is in charge of the arrange­ to the service. ments. THE ILLUSTRATED BIBLE '•Pride only breeds #- i quarrels, but wisdom is found in those who take advice. PROVERBS 13:10 C 2007 by King Features Syndicate. Inc World rights reserved Juanita Ingram Barnado Piney Creek, NC Died July 18, 2007 Mrs. Juanita Ingram Bar­ nado, age 85 of Piney Creek, NC, died Wednesday, July 18, 2007 at her daughter's home in Pauline, SC. Funeral services were held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, July 22, 2007 at Sturgills Baptist Church by Rev. Lloyd Day. Graveside services were held Monday, July 23 at 2 p.m. at Union Memorial Gardens in Union, SC. The family re­ ceived friends from 2 to 3 p.m. prior to the service. Juanita was born in Po­ tato Creek, Va., The daughter of Jesse Geofrey Ingram and Guida Phipps Ingram. She was the widow of Girard Bar­ nado Sr. She was preceded in death by a son, Girard Bar­ nado Jr. She leaves behind a life devoted to her church and children. She often spoke of the wonderful Christian Fam­ ily found at Sturgills Baptist Church. Pallbearers were: Danny Fulmer Sr., Danny Fulmer Jr., Matthew Fulmer, Aaron Fulmer, Jonathan Ingram and Mark Ingram. Honorary pallbearers were: Michael In­ gram, Bruce Barnado, Albert Barnado, Timmy Sturgill, Kermit Wilcox, Steve Furno, Ed Sturgill, Steve Phipps, Bill Price, William Baldwin, Harold Baldwin, Ricky Little, Charles Howell, Jim Wiles, Guy Duvall and Danny Day. Memorials may be made to Sturgills Baptist Church 155 Fees Branch Rd., Lansing, NC 28643 or Lutheran Hos­ pice of South Carolina 2036 Medical Park Dr., Newberry, SC 29108. Mrs. Barnado is survived by two sons, Samuel Jesse Barnado of Santuck, SC and Mark Barnado of Jonesville, SC; a daughter, Nancy Barna­ do Fulmer of Pauline, SC; two sisters, Thelma Bachtell of Shelby, NC and Mildred Duke of Pauline, SC; seven grand­ children, eight great-grand­ children; a beloved niece, Sue Barnado Finch of Columbia, SC and several nieces and nephews. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. from 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, July 22, 2007 at Badger Funeral Jefferson Home. May 16, 1930 Ms. Bare is survived by: July 20, 2007 three sons, Danny Bare and Mrs. Ethel Fern Bare age wife Lila of Durham, NC, 77 of Jefferson died Friday, Gary Bare and wife Deb­ July 20, 2007 at her home. bie of Lincolnton, NC, and Mrs. Bare was born in Greg Bare and wife Debbie of Ashe County on May 16,1930 Sparta, NC; one brother, Dal­ to the late Lee and Cordie las Bare of Texas; one sister, Bare. Including her parents Betty Nagel of Maryland; six she was preceded in death grandchildren, James Bare, by her husband Willie Bare Joanna Bare, Beverly Lewis and one sister Ella Mae Bare. and husband Bryan, Steve She worked in auto sleeve Bare and wife Amy, Nicole at Hanes Knit Products un­ Bazzel, Garrett Bare; and a til she retired; following her great-granddaughter, Kinsey retirement she worked as a Lane Lewis. Several nieces homemaker where she en­ and nephews also survive. joyed gardening, crocheting, Flowers are accepted or reading and assembling jig­ memorials may be made to saw puzzles. the American Heart Asso­ Funeral services were held ciation c/o Cathy Finley, 392 Monday, July 23, 2007 at 2 Richardson Hollow Road, p.m. at Badger Funeral Home Lansing, NC 28643. Chapel with Elder Floyd Badger Funeral Home of South and Lloyd Lee Wilson West Jefferson was entrusted officiating. Burial followed in with Mrs. Bare's arrange­ Ashelawn Memorial Gardens. ments. The family received friends Ethel Fern Bare Stewart Clay Miller Jefferson September 2, 1949 July 19, 2007 Mr. Stewart Clay Miller, age 57, of Jefferson, died Thursday, July 19, 2007 at James A. Quillen Veterans Hospital in Mountain Home, TN. Funeral services were held at 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 22, 2007 at Boone Fam­ ily Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. John Crawford and Rev. Keith Casey officiating. Entombment followed in the Ashelawn Memorial Gardens Mausoleum of Prayer. The family received friends from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, two hours prior to the funeral service. Mr. Miller was born in Ashe County on Friday, Sep­ tember 2,1949 to the late Gil­ bert "Allen" Miller and Helen Melissa Miller. He served in the United States Army dur­ ing Vietnam Conflict. He was preceded in death by his father, Allen Miller and a sister, Lois Miller. He is survived by his wife, Judy Pennington Miller; a son, Stewart Allen Miller, of Florida; his mother, Helen Miller of Glendale Springs; a step son, Rev. John Crawford, of Jefferson; two brothers, Louis Allen Miller and wife, Janet, of Glendale Springs and Donald Miller of Lau­ rel Springs; one niece, Lisa Camp and husband, Clay, of Glendale Springs; two neph­ ews, Devron Miller and Dar­ ren Miller, both of the Bald­ win Community; one great nieces, Courtney Camp, of Glendale Springs also sur­ vive. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site, www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. • • • • • home auto construction business personal Highlands Union Bank Todd January 27, 1937 July 18, 2007 Mr. Joseph Edward Rash, better known as "Joe" age 70, of Todd, died Wednesday af­ ternoon, July 18,2007 at Mar­ gate Health & Rehab Center in Jefferson. Funeral services were held on Saturday, July 21, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Three Top Baptist Church with Elder Ronda Rash and Elder Frank Rash officiating. Burial will follow in the Rash Cemetery. The family received friends from 7 to 9 p.m. on Friday, July 20,2007 at Boone Family Funeral Home. Mr. Rash was born in Ashe County on Wednesday, Janu­ ary 27, 1937 to the late Char­ Quilt Fair to honor seniors The Ashe County Piecemakers Quilt Guild will be holding its 5th Annual Quilt Fair at Jefferson Station September 21 and 22. This year, in addition to the expanded vendor mart, boutique, and quilt ap­ praiser Neva Hart, the Guild would like to honor quilters in our commu­ nity who are now age 75 or older. The show designers would like to have quilted projects that have been made throughout the lifetime of the senior quilters. Each quilter would be allowed to enter two quilts, wall hang­ ings, or quilted items. The honored quilters would have a special display area at the fair and each quil­ ter would receive a ribbon for their work. A registration form needs to be filled out and returned by Au.. gust 31. There is no fee for entering projects and quil­ ters do not have to be guild mem­ bers or member of any quilting group. If there are any questions or a need for more infor­ mation, please call Brenda Cole at 336-246-3230. She will be happy to send out forms as needed or forms can be picked up at Ashe Services for Aging on Ray Taylor Road and A Quilted Cottage at Jef­ ferson Station. Warrensville, Smethport & Clifton United Methodist Churches Present... nC &n awn Tree food, drinks and free music by The Key City Boys from N. Wilkesboro rem approval on... Joseph Edward Rash lie K. Rash and Hattie Marie Snyder Rash. He retired from Catawissa Lumber of West Jefferson. He was faithfully devoted to his parents, family and friends. He will greatly be missed. He was preceded in death by four brothers, Buford Rash, J.C. Rash, Paul Rash and Keith Rash; two sisters, Diane Rash and Bernice Taylor. He is survived by two sons, David Rash and Robert Rash, both of Creston; a daughter, Sheila Gilley, of Warrensville; three brothers, Jerry Rash, of Fleetwood, Bernard Rash and Jeffrey Rash, both of Todd; three sisters, Ruth Day, of Boone, Patricia Richardson, of West Jefferson and Betty Rash, of Todd; five grand­ children; three great-grand­ children; several nieces and nephews also survive. Memorials may be made to: Joseph Edward Rash's Fam­ ily, c/o Boone Family Funeral Home, PO Box 786, West Jef­ ferson, NC 28694. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. - Great Gospel bluegfass - Lisa Adams, Loan Processor, Carla Brannan, Manager and Loan Officer West Jefferson 08B S. Jefferson Ave. (336) 846-1044 "Faces you know. People YOU trust."s When: Saturday, July 18 from 6-8:00 PM Where: Warrensville United Methodist Church Bringyour lawn chair or a blanket and enjoy the fun & fellowship. \ �JEFFERSON POST TUESPAY/ JULY 24, 2007 PAGE 3 COMMUNITY NEWS The Raleigh Report by Rep. Cullie Tarleton A final budget and the end of this year's legislative ses­ sion are in sight. The House and the Senate have nearly completed negotiations on a final spending plan and committee chairs have been asked to finish their work by July 28. I thought last week that we would vote on a bud­ get this week but negotiations continue. General Assembly leaders continue to hope they can reach a deal that would let the state assume the Med­ icaid costs paid by the coun­ ties and members of both chambers are considering a number of ways to do this. In other business this week, we made some impor­ tant progress on bills to re­ form our medical malpractice laws and to improve our crim­ inal justice system. We also moved closer to protecting residents of long-term care facilities from the fire haz­ ards associated with smoking and to continuing to guard our environment against the dangers of hog lagoons. Thank you for allowing me to share this information with you. Please contact me if I can be of any assistance. culliet@ ncleg.net. Environment Existing hog lagoons would be phased out and new ones would be difficult to build un­ der legislation approved this week by both the House Agri­ culture and Environment and Post file photo Rep. Cullie Tarleton Natural Resources Commit­ tees. I serve on both commit­ tees and supported the bill. Environmentalists and oth­ ers say the open pits - which store hog waste that is later used as fertilizer - are smelly health hazards. The state has had a moratorium on new la­ goons for the past 10 years, but replacing them with new, cleaner technology is expen­ sive. The bill (S1465) proposes a $2 million a year cost-shar­ ing program to help farmers pay the cost of replacing the pits with more environmen­ tally friendly systems. It also would create a pilot program to use methane from the la­ goons to generate electricity. The bill is supported by envi­ ronmental, farm and industry groups and would represent a major step forward after years of trying to find better ways to handle hog waste. The deal will protect farmers' investments and livelihoods while also keeping the state's waters and soil clean. North Carolina is the nation's sec­ ond-largest hog farming state with 10 million animals and $6.7 billion in yearly sales. Courts A bill that would reform the way medical malpractice cases are handled in North Carolina passed the General Assembly this week and is ready for the governor's signa­ ture. The bill (H1671) would require parties to discuss ar­ bitration as a possible way to resolve malpractice cases. If all parties agree, strict time­ tables for the arbitration, along with other guidelines for the negotiations, go into place. The guidelines are in­ tended to help get the cases resolved quicker than a trial and a cap of $1 million on all damages -economic and non-economic - would apply. The bill is the latest example of how state lawmakers are trying to speed up the han­ dling of malpractice cases and limit the costs associated with lengthy trials and legal procedures that increase the costs. The bill represents a compromise crafted with the help of the NC Medical Soci­ ety and the Academy of Trial Lawyers. Health mets that meet federal safety People who smoke in nurs­ standards. The existing law ing homes or adult-care cen­ requires only that the state ters would be subject to a Division of Motor Vehicles $200 fine under a House bill commissioner approve the that's now moving through helmets. The federal stan­ the Senate. The bill was in­ dard is stricter. The proposal troduced in April, just after (H563) also includes a provi­ a cigarette ignited a fire at sion that would allow local an adult care home in Da­ governments to regulate pro­ vie County, killing one per­ tests along state roads. The son and injuring 21 others. Senate approved the bill this Residents of such homes are week and House concurred already banned from smok­ with the new version. There ing in their rooms, but can was a lot of controversy about smoke in indoor lounges. The this bill, but I supported it. bill (H1294) returns to the It's about saving lives. Notes House, where members will The House honored the decide whether to accept a Senate change that would late Sen. Jeanne Lucas on exempt state psychiatric hos­ Tuesday, remembering her as pitals from the smoking ban. a lawmaker dedicated to im­ Frankly, I don't know why proving education. Lucas, a the Senate exempted state former teacher and school ad­ psychiatric hospitals. Seems ministrator, died in March at to me no smoking should be the age of 71. She had served allowed in nursing homes or in the Senate since 1993. About half of the state adult-care centers, period. Do will be densely populated by you agree or disagree? 2030, according to a new re­ Public Safety A bill headed to the gover­ port from the Conservation nor would require motorcycle Trust for North Carolina. The and moped riders to wear hel­ report analyzed housing den­ sity statistics as far back as 1940 and says farms, forests and other open spaces have become "islands in a sea of suburban development." The group wants a $1 billion bond referendum for conservation, at least $6 million for farm­ land preservation and ex­ panded tax incentives for land preservation. I support the Conservation Trust as well as the Land for Tomorrow orga­ nization. I'm just not sure we can afford a $1 billion dollar bond specifically for this pur­ pose as important as it is. I do think it's important we do as much as we can afford. The Energy and Energy Ef­ ficiency committee on wliich I serve met four times this week considering Senate Bill 3 which is a renewal energy bill. The companion House bill was H 77. I expect we'll vote next week on this and I'll fill you in on the details. In the meantime if you're inter­ ested, you can go to the Gen­ eral Assembly web site and look at S 3. Feel free to share your thoughts with me. 2007 Model Clearance is Starting Now! Come On In While The Selection Is Great! ALL NEW 2007 Toyota •D*\ I Choose From The Great! Financing offers or Get A Distributor Rebate Now! Warrensville outdoor concert citif-jim The Key City Boys, a Gospel Bluegrass band from Wilkes County, will be playing at the Warrensville United Methodist Church this Saturday, July 28 from 6 until 8 p.m. The outdoor concert will be held next to the church. The Key City Boys perform at numerous concerts in the area and they all work at Key City Furniture in Wilkesboro where they do most of their practicing at lunch and break time. Free food and drinks will be available at the concert. Bring your lawn chair or a blanket and enjoy the fun and fellowship. 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Robert Byrd, D-WV, summed up this newspaper's opinion of dog fighting and those who participate in it very clearly. He characterized the practice as "barbaric, brutal and cruel," adding, "It is a brutal, sadistic event motivated by barba­ rism and cruelty...One is left wondering — who are the real animals, the crea­ tures inside or outside the ring?" The process of taking an animal who is natu­ rally domesticated by its ancestors' long and faith­ ful connection with human beings and turning it into a killing machine is both cruel and repugnant. That people will then partici­ pate in this "sport" speaks only to their ignorance and depravity—regardless of their actual educational background or, as in Vick's case, bank account. Their level of moral development is indicated by the federal indictments that describe the "execution" of eight dogs by means of electrocution, hanging and drowning. The federal government has now weighed into this situation, and the investi­ gation of Bad Newz Kennels has resulted in a series of arrests and, we trust, con­ viction of the guilty par­ ties. While dog fighting has gained national attention right now, we cannot over­ look the equally shameful and barbaric practice of cockfighting. There is no excuse for such an activ­ ity in an allegedly civilized society. The Jefferson Post urges both law enforcement and persons interested in ani­ mal rights (and anyone aspiring to the title "decent human being") to be on the lookout for signs of opera­ tions such as was uncov­ ered in Virginia. There is no reason for tolerating such activities, if they are presently taking place in this county or region. Hopefully, the bad news for Bad Newz Kennels and its operators will be good news for our society, espe­ cially if it helps educate people to this type of barba­ rism, and aids in discourag­ ing it in the future. &ud)•*>»"»*>'» — Clean water "Just what have you been doing these past few months?" a few folks in my hometown have been asking, saying that they have noticed that I have not been around as much lately. It's true, I tell them. Then, when I tell them that I have been working in Raleigh as the Interim Executive Direc­ tor of the Clean Water Man­ agement Trust Fund, they say, "What's that?" Maybe you are also won­ dering, too, and since I will be finishing up my assignment at the end of the month, my editors have given me per­ mission to share with you a little information about this important state agency. The Clean Water Manage­ ment Trust Fund is a non-reg­ ulatory state agency created by the North Carolina Gener­ al Assembly to carry out sev­ eral primary objectives: re­ store and enhance degraded waters, protect and conserve unpolluted waters, eliminate water pollution, and create a network of riparian buffers and greenways. In short, its mission is to help protect wa­ ter quality across the state. The fund was created in 1996, largely in response to the massive fish kills on the Neuse River. In order to meet those ob­ jectives, the fund - which is managed by a 21-member in­ dependent board of trustees - provides incentives to go above and beyond state and federal water quality regula­ tory requirements. Those incentives come in the form of grants for four primary categories of wa­ ter quality projects: acquisi­ tions, restoration, wastewa­ ter treatment improvements that do not support or pro­ mote growth, and storm wa­ ter management. Local governments, non­ profits, whose primary pur- 5*V»CHO M TP'ENb, 1 5HALL SLAV AWV RXJU OIMJTS WEE iOO-FEH - WAT osl YOOR SlOE* TILTING pose is environmental protec­ tion, and o t h e r s t a t e agencies are eli­ gible for D.G. Martin C l e a n W a t e r grants, which are awarded once a year. Since the fund was estab­ lished over 10 years ago, it has awarded 943 grants to­ taling $711.5 million. Most importantly, perhaps, is the amount of additional funds these grants have leveraged - over a billion in the form of matches to the fund's grants. Most of these grant funds have gone toward protecting water quality by purchasing land to buffer North Caroli­ na's streams, creeks, rivers and estuaries from pollution. Over 4,200 miles of buffer strips along our waterways are protected from pollu­ tion because of Clean Water grants. Nearly $400 million has been invested in land and water conservation, not in­ cluding the grants that have gone into stream and wet­ lands restoration. In the last decade, the fund has awarded grants for 387 PAGE 4 TUESDAY, JULY 24, 2007 No WlUt»AlLL$ YOUR 6RACE ( iJOTHIVJb ZUT 6OAL TbvER PLANTS f SWOb AND Acid "RA1VJ.*. NT W«slb*M\JLS acquisition projects. Some important grants to pro­ tect water quality have also helped fund other important conservation projects like the Dupont State Forest, Bird Island in Brunswick County, and Chimney Rock. Clean Water acquisition grants have also played a very important role in sustaining our economy through protec­ tion of our military bases, which are threatened by the same factors that impact our water quality - encroachment by development. Clean Water grants played a significant part in protecting waterways near Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, Camp LeJeune, and Ft. Bragg. Conservation around these installations helped stave off closures and realignments by the Depart­ ment of Defense. The fund has also become an important resource for lo­ cal governments as they ad­ dress their pressing water quality needs and challeng­ es - improving wastewater treatment to protect local wa­ terways, and managing storm water run-off, which remains North Carolina's most severe water quality problem. Over the last 10 years, al­ most $80 million in Clean Wa­ ter grants have funded 117 projects to restore streams to their natural state or to re­ store important wetland ar­ eas to protect water quality. None of this, of course, would be possible were it not for the continued support of the North Carolina General Assembly. The legislature has consistently recognized the value of this program and the need to protect the state's valuable water resources. Competition for Clean Water grants is fierce. On March 1 of this year, the fund received 186 applications re­ questing over $155 million in grant funds. Those applica­ tions are being reviewed now, along with 28 additional re­ quests deferred from previous cycles totaling $102 million. I am going to miss my work and the board members and the staff of the fund. But I will continue to be proud of their work in helping to keep our state's natural resources intact. D.G. Martin is the host of UNC-TVs North Carolina Bookwatch, which airs Fri­ days at 9:30p.m. and Sundays at 5 p.m. Check his blog and view prior programs at www. unctv.org/ncbookwatch/ This week's (July 27 and 29) guest is Neal Thompson, author of "Driving with the Devil Southern Moonshine, Detroit Wheels and the Birth of NASCAR." A different perspective on the immigration issue Post Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Production Manager/Webmaster Linda Burchette Kelly Elliott Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Business Manager Sandra Osborne Advertising Sales Teresa Roark Laws Advertising Sales Ashley Calhoun Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. A popular argument among advocates of immigra­ tion controls is that a nation has a "right" to control its bor­ ders. The argument is based on the supposed "right" of the U.S. government to station gendarmes along its interna­ tional borders, including on privately owned land, to pre­ vent people from coming into the country illegally. What the advocates of con­ trol never address, however, is a related situation: If the government has the "right" to prevent people from coming into the country, why doesn't it have the correlative "right" to prevent people from leav­ ing the country? Doesn't con­ trol over the borders connote control in both directions? In fact, isn't that the true rationale for prohibiting Americans from traveling to Cuba? While the feds actu­ ally prohibit Americans from spending dollars in Cuba, we all know that that's sim­ ply a sham to cover up what they are actually doing -preventing Americans from traveling from the United States to Cuba. If the federal government has the power to prevent Americans from traveling to Cuba, doesn't it have the power to prevent Americans from traveling ev­ erywhere else? Isn't this what comes with the government's "right" to control its borders? That, of course, brings us to the Berlin Wall, a border control that seems to make American proponents of im­ migration controls uncom­ fortable. One of the principal argu­ ments that advocates of im­ migration controls make is, "The law is the law and people should obey the law." Un­ der East German law, it was a criminal act to cross the border into West Berlin without permission from East Ger­ man officials. Even if people disagreed with the law, the East German authorities ex­ pected everyone to obey it. After all, they believed, "The law is the law and people should obey the law." Once American immigra­ tion-control proponents ac­ cept that principle as immu­ table, it would seem that they then have to defend East Ger­ many's enforcement of its law. Yet most American immigra­ tion controllers would never do that, at least not publicly. To defend the shooting of East Germans illegally cross­ ing into West Berlin is not ex­ actly a popular position. Once the advocates of immigration controls take the position that the East German law was immoral and, therefore, that it was morally okay for East Germans to violate it, an important principle emerges: People have a fundamental and inherent right to disobey an immoral law. If a law that prevents peo­ ple from leaving a country is immoral, then why isn't a law that prevents people from en­ tering a country equally im­ moral? Suppose West Berlin had constructed its own wall that ran parallel to the East Berlin wall. Would advocates of immigration controls have condemned the killing of an East German for illegally crossing the East German wall and praised his killing for illegally crossing the West German wall? The immigration control­ lers often use collectivist rhetoric to justify immigra­ tion controls. They say that "we" have a right to keep people from "breaking into" our national "home" and tres­ passing on farms and ranches along the border. But the only reason that immigrants are illegally hik­ ing across people's farms and ranches when they enter the United States is that it's il­ legal for them to travel nor­ mally by bus or car. Moreover, America isn't Cuba or North Korea, where the government owns the nation and every­ thing and everybody within the nation. Instead, America includes a myriad of private properties, homes, and busi­ nesses owned and operated by millions of private indi­ viduals and companies. It's obvious that the millions of immigrants who have crossed the U.S. border illegally have found their way into these private residences and busi­ nesses with the consent of the owners. When the controllers call on U.S. officials to "lock" our national door, what they really want to do is empower federal officials to lock the doors of millions of private homes and businesses with­ out the consent of the own­ ers. The ultimate issue in the immigration debate is a mor­ al one: Are freedom to move, freedom to associate, freedom of contract, and private own­ ership fundamental, inherent rights or not? If so, then the federal government has no legitimate authority to inter­ fere with them. If not, then the immigration controllers have the burden of showing how their position conflicts, in principle, with that of the East Germans, Cubans, and, for that matter, the North Ko­ reans, who, not surprisingly, tightly control the movements of people into and out of their nation. Jacob G. Hornberger is founder and president of The Future of Freedom Founda­ tion (www.fff.org), publisher of The Case for Free Trade and Open Immigration. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verification pur­ poses. Only the writer's name and community will be published. Letters must not be libelous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost. com. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, JULY 24, 2007 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT Adoption Support group forms by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Photo courtesy of Don Sloan One of Ashe County Chamber of Commerce's newest members, Cedar Crossing Estates on Highway 221 near the Watauga County Line, opened for business recently with a ribboncutting and grand opening. Celebrating the event was Beth Dixon, Chamber Executive Director, and Cedar Crossing executives Dennis Rodriguez, Rick Tobchi and Elias Tobchi. Cedar Crossing Estates is a planned community which will feature an exclusive portfolio of mountain homes ranging from three to six bedrooms, with spacious rooms and breath­ taking views as well as access to tennis courts, lakes, and a 5,000-square foot clubhouse. Kitchen continued from front page creates specialty cakes for all occasions, and was busy last week preparing a cake for the Relay for Life event on Friday evening. "I've been making cakes since I was 8 years old and Mom let me stand on a chair," Church said as she put the finishing touches on the white and purple Relay cake. "I've been interested in cake decorating since then. It's my art and a creative outlet. Ev­ eryone consumes my art. One thing about my cakes is when people cut it I want it to taste great. I have people say, 'Can I have another piece?' That's the best compliment." Church worked with Brown at the Accidental Baker, and has done catering and weddings for years. "This place is so creative," she said of Creative Ventures. "We en­ joy working with people on their ideas. I help Carol fill people in on the details and walk them through on mak­ ing their recipes and keeping things clean and in the right spot. If you come into the kitchen to create a product, I will be here to help." Transferring a huge mound of bread dough from the kneader to a bowl, Brown said Creative Ventures has opened new opportunity for her and others in the bak­ ing world. "It's good. It's a good space and good people to work with," she said. "I just think about the poten­ tial and what could happen. In the food world, there is a strong emphasis on local foods, even beyond organic. You can get something made locally from people you know, and you know their practices. Because of that, I see local business carrying someone's product made here. You can't make it at home, but you can make it here. There's lots of potential for that." Brown added that the growth of locally produced and retailed products could help communities return to the village style of life where neighbors live and work to­ gether, supplying many of their own food needs without having to bring them in from other parts of the world. "We are working with the farmers market to encourage people to buy local and un­ derstand why it's important to buy local and support the local food economy," Coulter said. "And we want to work with the farmers to give them a longer season." Creative Ventures is open basically 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mon­ day through Saturday, but cooks can access the kitchen anytime as long as they have been approved and supervised by the staff to ensure they will follow procedure. Coulter said rental of the kitchen is actually less expensive in the off hours, and many cooks prefer to work at night and on weekends because of their jobs. "We would love to have it going 24/7," Coulter said. Orientation must take place before cooks can access the kitchen and equipment. They must first produce their product supervised by the staff. They must have their own product and li­ ability insurance. They must also bring everything they need to produce the product except the large equipment and janitorial supplies. The kitchen does not offer uten­ sils, bowls, pans, measuring cups or packaging supplies for people to use. It basically offers the approved space and commerically sized equip­ ment along with instruction on production, packaging and marketing. "We will work with people who need money to get start­ ed," Coulter said. "We have a mico lending program with a very small amount of money for loans. As people pay back the loans, we have money to help others. And we do a lot of coaching. If you have an idea, but don't want to do it, you can contact us and we'll do it." Creative Ventures also of­ fers catering services with a broad array of items. The kitchen is currently provid­ ing pastries to Anne's Place in Lansing and the West Jef­ ferson Coffee Shop in Jeffer­ son Station. A schedule of classes is planned for October and November including a ba­ sic startup course and semi­ nars on marketing, packag­ ing, regulatory compliances, branding and taste testing. For information on these courses, call Celia Robinson at the Ashe Campus of WCC at 846-3900. For more information on Creative Ventures at Family Central, call 982-5127. Wind continued from front page have that reserve and at pres­ ent am unwilling to place my family's financial future at further risk. I envision a con­ ditional Certificate as the only avenue for the project, if we want to maintain local control and benefit the community to the maximum degree." Calhoun concluded his let­ ter by writing, "I understand the Motion to Dismiss, but this is such an important issue for our community, state, nation, and our Good Planet Earth. Our future is at hand and we must address our energy needs. This project and others to come in the future would be a step towards a clean, reli­ able, and inexhaustible form of energy. Many states have been successful with projects like this. North Carolina has the fuel resource and should embrace this potential." On Friday, Friends of Ashe County, through its attorneys, called on the Utilities Com­ mission to dismiss the appli­ cation immediately. The com­ mission had set a deadline of July 27 for intervenors to file direct testimony. It now ap­ pears unlikely any such testi­ mony will be filed. In the letter, attorney Stephon J. Bowens wrote, "Al­ though the Applicant, North­ west Wind Developers, LLC, in its letter filed in this docket on July 18, 2007, appears to imply that it is now seeking a conditional approval for the application for the issu­ ance of a certificate of public necessity and convenience, the undisputed record in this docket demonstrates that the Applicant has not satisfied the minimum prerequisites of the statute to permit conditional approval. Thus, the issuance of a conditional approval for the sole and express purpose of obtaining financing is not a sufficient basis for the Com­ mission to issue a conditional approval." Bowens continued, "In­ tervenors, Friends of Ashe County, submit that the Ap­ plication has not met its pri­ ma facie burden establishing that a certificate of public necessity and convenience should be granted nor has it shown sufficient cause to pre­ clude dismissal. Therefore, we respectfully request that the Commission issue an or­ der dismissing the applica­ tion prior to the July 27, 2007 deadline for intervenors to file testimony." The Commission had not responded to this request at press time. Register ww AprilJ S^wel £){ (Editor's Note: This is part one of a series on child adop­ tion in Ashe County. A new group, Blue Ridge Adoption Support Services, has been formed to help parents who have adopted or are consid­ ering adopting children from the United States and other countries.) With all the medical proce­ dures available today to help couples conceive their own children, and the prevalent use of abortion, there is not as much emphasis as there once was on adoption. But there are still many prospective parents who may not be able to have children and want very much to adopt, as well as birth mothers looking for an alternative to abortion; not only in this country, but oth­ ers as well. A group of local parents who have successfully navi­ gated the adoption process decided that their experiences could help others, and that forming a support group could help those prospective parents as well as their own families. Blue Ridge Adoption Sup­ port Services (BRASS) was formed this spring as a net­ work of friends and people who have been through the adoption process and who wished to provide help and information for those looking to adopt as well as continu­ ing help and support for those who have adopted. "Our goal," said co-founder Candi Miller, "is to be a tool for prospective adoptive par­ ents in helping them explore all the options that are avail­ able to them in the adoptive process through others who have experienced it. We plan to host guest speakers on var­ ious topics on adoption and have a network of families who could recommend or offer advice on agencies they have used." BRASS invites you to join them Sunday, July 29 at West Jefferson Town Park from 13 p.m. for a picnic. It will be bring your own basket and blanket and just come for some informal fellowship and fun. The picnic will be can­ celled in the event of rain and a meeting will be scheduled with guest speakers near the end of August or beginning of September. "When my husband Jamey and I decided to adopt, we had no idea where to start," Miller said. "We had heard so many stories about the cost and the complications that we almost changed our minds. Thank God we didn't because we have a beautiful 2-yearold daughter that we adopted from the Children's Home So­ ciety of NC. "Adoption can be chal­ lenging," she said, "but hav­ ing friends who have already been where you are helps you through it, along with family support and the Lord above. Each family's experiences are different but just being able to hear stories about the waiting process or the birth of their child from others who had ad­ opted children helped us real­ ize that our time would come and we would have the same experiences. We were lucky to know some other families who had recently adopted, but what if we hadn't? That's why we wanted the support group put in place. Now that we have adopted, we still have questions that hopefully we will learn about in this group. Questions like what age to talk to our daughter about the fact that she was adopted or how to talk about her birthparents. Not to mention as our child grows, she will know other children who have been adopted and find comfort in them." Miller said that one of the greatest benefits of this sup­ port group will be to have a network of individuals who have used various agencies and have knowledge about ex­ periences they had. "I would like to have known other agen­ cies when I started," she said, "but actually used the yellow pages. We had a great expe­ rience and have a very beau­ tiful little girl and consider ourselves lucky. We also hope to increase awareness and provide as much education on adoption as possible." Currently, BRASS plans a quarterly meeting with others as needed. Mt. Paddy Church graciously offered their facil­ ity for the first meetings and suggestions are welcome for future locations. "We are real excited about this group and welcome ev­ eryone to come out and visit and share their stories or be a part any way they can," Miller said. Miller and Janelle Karr, also a co-founder with two ad­ opted children, are contacts for BRASS and can be reached locally at 336-877-8822 or via email at brassorg@yahoo.com. Arrests continued from front page ing narcotics, trafficking in cocaine, felony possession of marijuana, maintaining a dwelling for the purpose of keeping narcotics, possession with intent to sell and deliver marijuana, conspiracy to traf­ fic opium/heroin (prescription medication) (two counts). All four defendants are Ashe County residents and are currently out on bond. Auto • Home • Life An Authorized Agent for BlueCross BlueShield of North Carolina Tremendous career opportunity Come be a career agent with one of North Carolina's top VACATE OM insurance sales teams. Call today. MW SCHOOL Saturday July 28th 1 Oam - 4pm Ashe County Worship Center 863 Ray Taylor Road West Jefferson, NC €v<tiry<§>ini<t Michael Lonon Agency Manager )246-8828 (336 Po Box 767 Jefferson. NC 286H0 mlchaei.lononencfbins.com sfbll.com • ncfbint.com Helping You is what we do best An Independent iKentee of the Hue Cro» end BlueShield Allocation North Carolina farm hmau Mutual inwranca Co. lino luraau Inwranra of North Carohna, Mr. SouMwn tarn lur.au IU inwrancaCo. laikwrv MS wt Early registration will be held on July 25th & 26th from 5 - 6:30 pm @ the studio location. (926 US Hwy 221 N Bus. in West Jefferson) Sign up now to reserve a spot & to hopefully get the day & time of the week that works best for you. You can register by phone or in person. To register by phone, please call 336-846-1545. If there is no answer please leave a message. Classes will begin August 13th. Weekly schedule to be determined. Hope everyone i.s having a summer! Keep dancing! S'Hn up for any of the following classes: • Ballet • Tap .*Pilates* • p0inte • Jazz .Cheerleading Prep • Hip Hop • Creative Movement •Tumbling (ages J & under) Social Dance (Ballroom, Line Dunce, Shag, Swine & Salsa) ULTRASOUND CAN FIND: • Serious blood vessel problems, before symptoms develop, before stroke occurs. • Smaller & more curable cancers, before you have symptoms. •Your Insurance company will NOT allow your doctor to order these tests until after you have a positive symptom or finding. • A symptom of a stroke is a stroke. • Most symptomatic cancers are further advanced and less curable. Appointments Required Call: 1-877-763-3344 (TOLL-FREE) • www.ultrascreen.us �The Ashe County Middle School football teams are hosting pre-season workouts every Monday and Thursday at 5:30 p.m. at ACMS. Both teams are asked to come and it is for rising 7th and 8th graders. The first ACMS Cheerleading practice is on Thursday, July 26 beginning at 5:30 p.m. It is open to all rising 7th and 8th graders. If you can not attend on July 26, or if you have any questions, please contact Gina Calhoun at (336) 384-3470. Lady Huskies 18-4 during summer by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor The Lady Huskies Basketball program concluded their summer workouts at the end of the month of June and provided a very promising preview of the upcoming season for the Husky basketball fans. The Huskies participated in several practices and playing opportunities for varsity, junior varsity and rising eighth graders. The Huskies participated in the High Point's Summer League (Varsity only), High Point Central 2-Day Tournament (Varsity only), UNC-Greensboro Team Camp, and an average of three workouts a week throughout the month of Local boy bags a big catfish Post photo courtesy of family Matt Weddington of Piney Creek caught this five pound catfish in an Ashe County pond while fishing with his grandpa, Joe Weddington, on July 11. June. The summer could be summed up in a few words, which was quoted by the Women's Head Varsity Coach, Laura Foster. Following the completion of the summer schedule, Coach Foster commented: "I was very pleased how we represented Ashe County both on the court and off the court. I am looking forward to the upcoming season and I am very excited about the future of Lady Huskies basketball!" The varsity squad played the majority of the games during the summer, as they tallied a total of 22 games and produced a nearly flawless 18-4 record throughout the month of June. A large portion of the games came through the High Point's Summer League, which games were played on every Tuesday and Thursday in June. The Huskies made a name for themselves by winning every game in the league except the game against Parkland High School. Teams that participated in the league, including the Huskies, totaled to seven teams: High Point Central High School, High Point Wesleyan High School, Randleman High School, Parkland High School, and Wilkes Central High School. The varsity squad See Basketball, page 7 Men's Open 1.Brandon Tripplett 2. McKensey Taylor Men's Unlimited 1. Randy Mahaffey Seniors 1. Clarence Rolen 2. Sid Lett Open Trophy 1. Matthew Coleman 2. Josh Golds 3. Dennis Henderson Men's Bowhunter 1 Tim Greene 2. Dean Nixon 3. Roger Richardson Ladies Open Post photo by Michael Graybeal The Lady Huskies basketball team, shown here, finished their summer schedule with an impressive record of 18-4. Former Husky Results runs for UNCW 322 320 316 319 318 328 322 307 310 302 282 1. Pat Lett Ladies Bowhunter 1. Christina Mahaffey Traditional 1. Mike Medley Cubs 1. JR Henderson 2. Seth Greene 3. Amber Dishman Free Shoot Winners Jerry Campbell Billy Hash 277 299 284 279 258 222 Thanks to everybody coming out to shoot. Our next shoot is August 4, Saterday night coon shoot. Natalie Kilby HWY 321 S., • Junior at University of North Carolina at Wilmington • Distance Track and Cross Country • 7 letters, 5-time All-Conference (3 years Cross Country, 2 years Track), 3-time All-Regional, 1-time All-State, 3-time MVP Cross Country, 1-time All-Con­ ference Honorable Mention, 3-time member of WinstonSalem Cross Country Checklist, Best Distance Runner, Best Middle Distance Runner while running for Ashe County High School Post photo courtesy of Kevin Thorne/ Teammedia 1 Brett and Bobby Buchanan stand in Wilkes Raceway Park's Winner's Circle for the second time of the 2007 season. Wilkes Raceway recent results Top ET action was hot and heavy as two dragsters squared up in the finals. Brett Buchanan of Newton takes his second win of the season to defeat Joe Patrick of Hamptonville in his rear engine dragster. Buchanan won with a margin of .001 seconds. Mod Et winner was Donnie Winstead of Hickory. He de­ feated Eugene Hand of Trade, TN in his 1996 Berretta with a perfect run. The Jr. Dragster division saw Heather Fesperman defeat her brother Ricky of Salisbury. The winner in the Top ET dash for cash was Brett Buchanan and Donnie Winstead in Mod ET and in the Jr. Dragster division it was Travis Yates. Drag Racing action con­ tinues Thursday night with test and tune and Top Street Motorcycle Shootouts . Gates open at 6 p.m. on Thursday and on Saturday, Drag Racing continues with the Empire Chrysler sponsored points series race #11 plus the Slant Six Shootout and Danny O'days Wheel Stander. Gates open at 4 p.m. with qualifying starting at 5 p.m. For further information call 973-RACE (7223) or www.wilkesbororacewaypark.com. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, JULY 24, 2007 PAGE 7 SPORTS Industrial Softball Standings Wins Losses % Played Rollin's Auto 10 0 10 1.000 Dr Pepper 7 2 9 0.778 A.F./ Ashe County Builders 6 3 9 0.667 Brickstone Pizza 5 4 9 0.556 Mountain Advantage 5 4 9 0.556 UPM 4 5 9 0.444 Appalachian Utilities 3 5 8 0.375 LPB 1 8 9 0.111 Liddle's Plumbing 0 9 9 0.000 High Country Disc Golf Weekly Doubles results Week 1, June 21 1) Todd Rieger/ Doug T. 2) Todd Patoprsty/ Daniel Quin 3) Craig Colistra/ Ben Whitehead 4) Brian Felkel/ Dusty Farmer Week 2, June 28 1) Todd Rieger/ Matt Bostic 2) Todd Patoprsty/ Daniel Quin 3) Todd Lion/ Ben Whitehead 4) Craig Colistra/ Doug T. 5) Wendy Patoprsty/ Brian Felkel 6) "Cali" Patrick Miller Scores from Thursday, July 19 Brickstone Pizza 20 defeated Dr Pepper UPM 10 defeated LPB 29 defeated Liddle's Plumbing 23 defeated 16 defeated Liddle's Plumbing 12 defeated Appalachian Utilities -14 -9 -8 -5 +3 +10 +11 1 Dr. Pepper Week 4, July 12 (21 holes) -8 1) Todd Patoprsty/ Doug T. -8 2) Todd Rieger/ Mel Jones -8 3) Daniel Quin/ Ben Whitehead -4 4) Matt Bostic and David +1 5) Brian Felkel and Ezra +2 6) Wendy Patoprsty and Josh 7) "Cali" Drew AF Bank/ Ashe Co. Builders 8 Mountain Advantage -13 -8 -3 -2 9 Rollin's Auto Week 3, July 5 1) Todd Patoprsty/ Todd Rieger 2) Doug TJ Ben Whitehead 3) Craig Colistra/ Daniel Quin 4) Brian Felkel/ Matt Bostic 13th Annual Frank M. James Memorial Golf Tournament 5 Rollin's Auto -10 -8 -4 +2 2 18 Schedule for 7-24 and 7-26 T\iesday-July 24 Thursday-July 26 A Field A Field 6:00 Dr Pepper vs. AF/Ashe Builders 6:00 LPB vs. App. Utilities 7:15 Liddle's Plumbing vs. Brickstone 7:15 UPM vs. Liddle's Plumbing 8:30 Mtn. Advantage vs. LPB 8:30 Dr Pepper vs. LPB B Field B Field 00 App. Utilities vs. Brickstone Pizza 6:00 Mtn. Advantage vs. AF/Ashe Builders 15 Mtn. Advantage vs. Rollin's Auto 7:15 Brickstone Pizza vs. Rollin's Auto 30 UPM vs. AF/Ashe Builders 8:30 App. Utilities vs. UPM When: Thursday, August 2 Where: Jefferson Landing Proceeds benefit the Ashe Memorial Hospital Foundation for annual campaign of hospital improvements. Teams are being formed, contact AMH Chief Operating Officer Joe Thore at 846-0712 for information. Basketball continued from page 6 competed in their first tburnament of the summer on June 14 and 15 as they traveled to High Point Central for the High Point Central 2-Day Tournament, which hosts some of the best teams in the state. The Huskies once again played well and won five out of six games in the tournament. The only loss for the Huskies came in the SemiFinals of the tournament against East Davidson High School, who won the Central Carolina AA Conference last year, which is the same conference that Salisbury High School competes in. The Lady Huskies faced Salisbury in the Sectional Finals of the NCHSAA Tournament. The Huskies defeated Eastern Randolph High School, Glenn High School, High Point Andrews High School, Randleman High School, and Southern Alamance High School to make it to the semi-finals of the tournament. Nearly a week after the High Point Central 2-Day Tournament, the Huskies loaded up the bus and traveled to Greensboro for the UNC-Greensboro Team Camp. The Huskies had an excellent attendance at the Spartans camp as they took 30 players and hosted three teams. The three teams competed strongly and finished with a combined record of 28-8 for the camp. In the camp, the varsity and the JV team both played for the Camp Championship in their division. The varsity team only lost two games in the camp, both loses coming from the hands of Chatham Central High School, with one loss coming in pool play, and the other in the championship game. The varsity squad played (and defeated) six gother opponents than Chatham Central High School. The teams the Huskies defeated includes: William Byrd High School (VA), Riverheads High School (VA), Polk County High School, Bunker Hill High School, Copper Basin High School (TN), and Cardinal Gibbons High School. The team camp at UNCGreensboro concluded the summer competition for the Huskies, but the Huskies also hosted the 'Girls Got Game' Basketball Camp for the local youth of Ashe County. The camp was directed by Coach Laura Foster, assisted by assistant coaches Bobby Hudler, Robin Roberts, and Ray Dancy, and current and former players. The camp had a good attendance ranging in ages from rising first graders through rising eighth graders. Coach Foster commented on the camp by stating: "I would like to thank the Lady Huskies basketball coaching staff, Bobby Hudler, Robin Roberts and Ray Dancy, current and former players, for their hard work in making our "Girls Got Game" basketball camp a success. Also special thanks to Skyline and Miller Insurance for their continued support of Lady Huskies Basketball." The Huskies will start their season on November 23 and 24 when Ashe County High School will host the Annual Miller Insurance/ Dr Pepper JV Invitational Tournament which is scheduled to feature Ashe County High School, Cloudland High School, Watauga High School, and Johnson County High School JV Boys and Girls teams. The regular season will begin on November 30 when the JV teams and varsity teams head to Avery High School for a non-conference match­ up with the Vikings. The Huskies will make their home debut on December 4 with a rivalry game with Watauga High School. ( ' Jefferson Post / NASCAR STOP 77 Pick the winner of the race & win $20! Be sure to watch the Allstate 400 at the Brickyard on Sunday, July 29th and play the NASCAR contest with the Jefferson Post. Please check our Friday, August 3rd edition for the winner information on this race. Race Entry Form FMktate 400 at the. brickyard Indianapolis Motor Speedway 7-29-07 Race Winner. Your Name _ Your Address. State City -Zip. 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CCS, Inc.(j)YAMAHA of Jefferson 102 South Mainstrcet • Jefferson, NC • 846-7744 �PAGE 8 Tuesday, JULY 24, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 140-Help Wanted 140-Help Wanted Accounting Tech I (160-01-0002) FT with 20-Classified Ad Department Policy 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. New River Behavioral US Chemical Storage 1806 River Street, HealthCare. Work base Hwy 268 West Watauga. Duties: com­ plete processing of Wllkesboro, NC 28697 computireized payrool. Phone: 336-838-2095 Fax: 336-838-0045 Familiarity with quarter­ ly/annual payroll tax re­ porting. Prefer individu­ al with accounting 235-Christmas background, possess­ Trees ing strong computer Christmas Tree Farm and organization skills. for Sale May also include proc­ Nathans Creek essing of AP. 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High-end quality at reasonable rates. No job too big or too small. For more information, please call Firefly Graphx at 336-982-5145 or email hreflvcanoe& vahoo.com 1130-Remodeling Free 3 wooden 32 inch outside doors with win­ dows. Taken off of an old house. Call 3843194. 1195-Legals TOWN OF WEST JEFFERSON PUBLIC HEARING 423-727-5113 $ There is excepted from the above-described tract of land that certain 10.576 acres as con­ veyed to Brett Thomas Winebarger in Deed Book 248, at pages 3031, Ashe County Reg­ istry, said document in­ corporated by refer­ ence as through fully set out herein. Address of property: 1659 Watertank Road, Fleetwood, NC 28626 \mmif CAN'T TOUCH THIS!!! NEW MODELS DOUBLEWIDES, LAND/HOME No CREDIT!!! 1ST TIME HOME BUYERS QUICK APPROVAL 336-973-4462 Smoke from outdoor burning pollutes the air and is unhealthy to breathe. IT'S ILLEGAL TO BURN: Want to join our health care team? • Garbage, paper and cardboard •Tires and other rubber products •Building materials, including lumber •Wire, plastics and synthetic materials •Asphalt shingles and heavy oils •Paints, household and agricultural chemicals •Buildings and other structures •Anything when air quality forecast is Code Orange or Red Full-time C.N.A/Unit Secretary Day-shift position in our Nursing Department. To apply: apply in person at Human Resources of Ashe Memorial Hospital or mail your resume to Attn: Human Resources, Ashe Memorial Hospital, Inc., 200 Hospital Ave, Jefferson, NC 28640, on-line at www. ashememorial.org or email to hr@ashemcmorial.org. a point: (4) thence N 46-08-13 W 161.42 feet to a point; (5) thence N 53-31-13 W 42.00 feet to a point; (6) thence N 58-06-26 W 109.59 feet to a point; (7) thence N 4954-25 W 40.14 feet to a point; (8) thence N 4512-52 W 56.06 feet to a point; (9) thence N 4515-58 W 45.75 feet to a point (10) thence N 3628-54 W 66.40 feet to a point; (11) thence N 61-35-56 W 41.25 feet to a point; (12) thence N 84-30-35 W 49.29 feet to a point; (13) thence N 67-01-52 W 79.76 feet to a point; (14) thence N 64-30-19 W 57.68 feet to a point; (15) thence N 62-12-34 W 65.69 feet to a point (16) thence N 54-47-07 W 46.49 feet to a point; (17) thence N 51-18-30 W 66.72 feet to a point; (18) thence N 42-23-02 W 53.95 feet to a point; (19) thence N 17-37-14 W 63/96 feet to a point; (20) thence N 2-24-06 E 59.95 W feet to a point; (21) thence N 28-49-56 W 61.51 feet to a point; (22) thence N 49-22-57 W 61.71 feet to a point; (23) thence N 54-10-24 W 35.72 feet to the BE­ GINNING, containing 20.945 acres, based on a survey by The Tho­ mas Herman Compa­ ny, Registered Land Surveyor, completed April 4, 1985, inclusive of the right of way of NCSR No. 1177. And being the identical tract of land described in and conveyed by deed dated February 1, 1988, from Danny South and Inez Wag­ ner, Attorney-in-Fact for Carol Wagner South, to Ann H. Wine­ barger and husband, Thomas Blaine Wine­ barger, and Bartt B. Winebarger, of record in Book 162, Pages 1658-1661, Ashe County Registry, and deed of conveyance is made subject to the identical easement of right of way to which said recorded deed was made subject, said easement of right of way being specifically described in deed of record in Book 148, Pages 733-734, Ashe County Registry, and reference is hereby made to the deed of re­ cord in Book 148, Pa­ ges 733-734, Ashe County Registry, for a specific description of said easement of right of way. Breathe... Don't Burn! EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, INC. Competitive Salary Shift Differential Every other weekend off 1195-Legals 1195-Legals edness secured there­ way running through by and failure to carry other lands of Ann H. out and perform the Winebarger and hus­ stipulations and agree­ band. Thomas Blaine ments contained there­ Winebarger and over a in and. pursuant to de­ presently existing mand of the owner and driveway for the pur­ holder of the indebted­ pose of ingress to and ness secured by said egress from the tract of Deed of Trust, the un­ land herein conveyed dersigned Substitute and NCSR 1177, said Trustee will place for easement of right of sale, at public auction, way being described as to the highest bidder follows: for cash at the usual place of sale at Ashe BEGINNING at the County Courthouse, in point where said pres­ Jefferson. North Caroli­ ently existing driveway na at 1:00 PM on Tues­ intersects NCSR 117, day, July 31, 2007, that said point being the parcel of land, includ­ northeastern corner of ing improvements the lands of Ines Wag­ thereon, situated, lying ner as described in and being in the City of deed of record in Book Fleetwood, County of 148, Page 731, Ashe Ashe, State of North County Registry, and Carolina, and being running only over the more particularly de­ eastern half of said scribed as follows: presently existing driveway in a generally southeasterly direction TRACT ONE: BEGINNING on a point to the northeastern cor­ in the centerline of a ner of the tract descri­ private drive, said point bed in deed to Ann H. being 952.03 feet, Winebarger of record in measured along the Book 148, Page 735, centerline of the private Ashe County Registry, drive from the center- following the course of line intersection of the said presently existing private drive and driveway, and thence NCSR No. 1177; from the northeastern thence with the center- corner of the Ann H. line of the private drive Winebarger tract of 6 courses: (1) thence s land, to which refer­ 58-06-26 E 109.59 feet ence has herinbefore to a point, (2) thence S been made, running in 53-31-13 E 42.00 feet a generally southeas­ to a point, (3) thence S terly direction following 46-08-13 E 161.42 feet the course of and with to a point, (4) thence S the entire width of said existing 42-32-04 E 102.62 feet presently to a point, (5) thence S driveway to the tract of 41-17-26 E 126.53 feet land herein conveyed. to a point, (6) thence S 56-59-08 E 53.64 feet TRACT TWO: to a point in the south­ BEGINNING at a point ern line of the W. R. in the centerline of Howell property; NCSR No. 1177, said thence with the south­ point beginning at the ern line of the Howell centerline intersection property 5 courses: (1) of a private road and thence S 38-40-27 W the centerline of NCSR 478.69 feet to a No. 1177; thence with marked hickory, (2) the centerline of NCSR thence N 80-30-24 W No. 1177 2 courses: (1) 577.84 feet to a 12- thence N 67-48-46 E inch marked birch, (3) 161.64 feet to a point; N 80-49-23 W 149.23 (2) thence N 58-53-53 feet to a post, (4) E 193.41 feet to a thence N 89-04-36 W point; thence with the 116.71 feet to a 6-inch eastern and northern marked maple. (5) line of the W. R. Howell thence S 81-37-28 W property 3 courses: (1) 136.34 feet to a 5-inch S 9-38-20 E 88.93 feet marked oak; thence to a post; (2) thence N with a new line 2 cours­ 57-55-38 E 357.29 feet es: (1) thence due to a white oak; (3) N North 100.00 feet to a 69-55-39 E 230.27 new 3/8-inch rebar, (2) feet; thence with the thence N 55-33-00 E western line of the 1002.75, passing over Shirley Grogan proper­ a new 3/8-inch rebar at ty 3 courses: (1) S 19993.17 feet for a total 45-25 E 538.48 feet to distance of 1002.75 a new 3/8 inch rebar by feet to the BEGIN­ a post; (2) thence S 62NING, containing 12.19 54-18 E 353.92 feet to acres, based on a sur­ an existing 1/2 inch vey by The Thomas pipe; (3) thence S 75Herman Company, 48-19 E 253.09 feet to a point in the southern Registered Land Sur­ line of the Howell prop­ veyor, completed 8 erty; thence with south­ ern line S 38-40-27 W April 1985. And being the identical 784.80 feet to a point in land described in and the centerline of a pri­ conveyed by deed dat­ vate drive; thence with ed September 26, the centerline of the 1988, from Mary Lynn private drive and a new H. Caparolie, Legally line 23 courses: (1) Separated, to Ann H. thence N 56-59-08 W Winebarger and hus­ 53.64 feet to a point; band Thomas Blaine (2) thence N 41-17-26 Winebarger, and Brett W 126.53 feet to a Thomas Winebarger, of point: (3) thence N 42record as Book 166, 32-04 W 102.62 feet to Pages 764-765, Ashe County Registry. The Board of Aldermen for the Town of West Jefferson will hold a public hearing on Thursday, August 2, 2007 at 5:55 PM at Town Hall. The pur­ pose of this meeting is to receive comment and to amend the zoingin ordinance of the Town of West Jeffer­ son. A text amendment to the Highway-Com­ mercial (H-C) District is Check Out the requested. The pro­ posed text amendment Jefferson Post for will add the permitted use of the "Bed and the latest deals on Breakfast." Lorrie and Stuart McLauchlan re­ Mobile Homes by quested this amend­ ment in order to insure Local Dealers the uses of their prop­ erty are consistent with First Time Home Buy­ the H-C Zoning District. ers...ZERO (0) Down!!! NOTICE OF SUBSTI­ There is also conveyed We make it EASY. TUTE TRUSTEE'S by this deed of convey­ (336)973-4462. FORECLOSURE SALE ance to the Grantor's Land owners. Guaren- OF REAL PROPERTY interest in that certain teed. Home approvals. easement of right of (336) 973-4462 UNDER AND BY VIR­ TUE of the power and LOOKING TO BUY YOUR FIRST HOME?? authority contained in Wilkes Community that certain Deed of Great package for Trust executed and de­ first time buyer College by Thomas land home packages!! livered Blaine Winebarger and History Instructor 336-973-4462 Martha Ann Winebarg­ NEW GOVERNMENT - Ashe Campus er, joint debtors, dated LOANS!! October 14, 2004 and & New 3-4 Bedroom recorded in the Office land/home packages. Math Instructor of the Register of Qualifying hot line Deeds or Ashe County, 336-973-4462 - Ashe Campus North Carolina, record­ ZERO down. Land ed on October 14, For more information home packages. (336) 2004, in Book 320 at 973-4462. Visit our website Page 902; and be­ cause of default in the www.wilkesee.edu payment of the indebtATTENTION: ALL FU­ TURE HOME BUY­ ERS!! Just in 4 MONTHS Winter Will Be Upon Us. You Need To Buy Now So You Can Be In Your New Home Before Cold and Snowy Weather Sets In. Call For Appoint­ ment At 336-973-2335 Freedom Homes Ask For D S Prevette. Benefits include vacation, health, dental, life, and cancer insurance, retirement plan, medicine at a reduced cost. MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 1195-Legals For air quality forecasts, call 1 (888) 784-6224 or visit www.ncair.org. Leaves, branches and other yard trimmings can be burned, if no public pickup is available and you follow DAQ guidelines. Open burning to clear vegetation from land or rights-of-way may be allowed, provided, provided that: •Prevailing winds are away from built up areas and roads •Fires are at least 1,000 feet away from occupied buildings •Burning is done on the site of origin, between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. Burn permits Issued by the N.C. Division of Forest Resources or other agents do not excuse a person from following air quality rules. For more information, contact: 1 (877) OPEN BURN www.ncair.org 1 (877) 673-6287 Winston-Salem Regional Office Division of Air Quality 585 Waughtown Street Winston-Salem, NC 27107 (336) 771-5000 (This ad paid for by a vlofalor of the open burning law.) �JEFFERSON POST JULY 24, 2007 Tuesday, PAGE 9 Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals Present Record Own­ ers: Thomas Blaine Winebarger and Mar­ tha Ann Winebarger, joint debtors 1195-Legals 1195-Legals "AS IS, WHERE IS" and will be sold subject to all superior liens, un­ paid taxes, and special assessments. Other conditions will be an­ nounced at the sale. The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids as by law required. the challenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and re­ turn the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. undersigned. Kellam & Pettit, P.A. The terms of the sale Substitute Trustee are that the real prop­ erty hereinbefore de­ NOTICE TO CRED­ scribed will be sold for ITORS cash to the highest bid­ der. The Substitute If the Trustee is unable Having qualified as Ad­ Trustee reserves the to convey title to this ministrator fo the Es­ right to require a cash property for any rea­ tate of Sharon Maria deposit or a certified son, the sole remedy of Simon, late of Ashe check not to exceed the purchaser is the re­ County, North Carolina, the greater of five per­ turn of the deposit. this is to notify all per­ cent (5%) of the Reasons of such inabil­ amount of the bid or ity to convey include, sons having claims Seven Hundred Fifty but are not limited to, against said estate to Dollars ($750.00). In the filing of a bankrupt­ present them to the un­ the event that the Own­ cy petition prior to the dersigned at 2563 Braer and Holder is ex­ sale and reinstatement ley School Rd., Moorempt from paying the of the loan without the esville, N.C., 28117 on same, the successful knowledge of the Trust­ or before the 17th day bidder may also be re­ ee^). If the validity of of November, 2007, or quired to pay revenue the sale is challenged this Notice will be stamps on the Trust­ by any party, the Trust­ pleaded in bar of their ee's Deed, any Land ee^), in their sole dis­ recovery. All persons Transfer Tax, and the cretion, if they believe indebted to the estate will please make imme­ tax required by diate payment to the Let our N.C.G.S. 7A-308 (a) Classified Ads (1). Need a new job? go to work for You! Look in The real property herei­ Call us at nabove described is The Jefferson Post 846-7164 Classifieds' being offered for sale This the 17th day of Ju­ ly, 2007. 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I �PAGE 10 TUESDAY, JULY 24, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Area churches plan Vacation Bible Schools for end of summer 5:15 Tuesday July 24 p.m.: Warrensville, Smethport and Clifton United Methodist Churches invite you to Lift Off and Soar to New Heights With God' Vacation Bible School at Warrensville United Methodist Church Sunday, July 22 - Tuesday, July 24th. A light supper will be served at 5:15 p.m. with VBS beginning at 6:15 - 8:30. Ages tor VBS are K - 6th grades. For more information call 3843391. 7 p.m.: Ashe County Democratic Party will have its regular monthly meeting at Smoky Mountain Barbecue in West Jefferson. Wednesday July 25 11 a.m.: The Friends of the Library invite the public to hear Dr. Mary Ellis Gibson dis­ cuss Southerners' love of food, friends and family in her talk "Still Cookin': Food and Memory in Southern Literature," downstairs at the library. Refreshments will be available. Her visit is made possible by the NC Humanities Council. 5:15 p.m.: High Country Network of Ashe will have an informal gathering atT. Grays in downtown West Jefferson. Everyone is welcome to attend. 9 Saturday July 28 a.m.: The 3rd annual Sunflower Festival will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Main Street in Mountain City, TN. Featured will be booths of crafts, art, produce, plants, food and drinks and others. There will also be a Beauty Pageant, kids activities, sunflower con­ test and music all day. 10 a.m.: A Sibling Class will be offered at Ashe Memorial Hospital for children 2-6 years of age to help prepare them for the arrival of a new baby brother or sister. Call 846-0734 to sign up. Noon: Woodie (Woody) REUNION. Calling all Woodys fun. This event is sponsored by the Smethport, Clifton and Warrensville United Methodist Churches. Sunday July 29 10 a.m.: Homecoming at Sturgills Baptist Church. Solid Rock quartet will be singing. Rev. Dereck Wilson will be preaching. Dinner on the grounds to follow. Everyone welcome. 10 a.m.: Pleasant Valley Baptist Church will have Homecoming Services. The Decoration service will be held at 10:00 followed by worship service at 11:00. A covered dish dinner will be held on the church grounds after worship service. Pastor, Rev. Keith Wagner and congregation wel­ come you. 10:30 a.m.: Mt. Paddy Church in Jefferson will have Southern Accent singing. A fellowship meal will follow. 10:30 a.m.: The annual Col. Gideon Lewis Reunion will take place at Riverview Community Center on Highway 88 West. All relatives please plan to attend and bring a cov­ ered dish. Drinks and utensils will be provided. Noon: Moretz Family Reunion at Watauga High School. Covered dish dinner and histori­ cal presentations. CDs contain­ ing the Moretz family history in PDF format will be available. 12:30 pm. Wagoner Access Road, Guided Canoe Trip.Join a Park Ranger for this 2 hour float down the Wild and Scenic New River. The trip will take approximately 2 hours from beginning to end. You will learn some basic canoeing paddle strokes and other useful infor­ mation to help you paddle safe­ ly. The outfitters charge a mini­ mal fee forshuttling. Park phone number is 336-982-2587. 1 p.m.: Bare - Severt Family Runion at North Beaver Baptist Church, Hwy 163 in West Jefferson, N.C. 2 p.m.: Block Party Kickoff for Helton United Methodist Charge Vacation Bible School. Hay ride and visits to local farms, games, cookout and music. Pastor Jim Thompson and the congregations invite everyone to attend! 7 p.m.: Warrensville Community Sing at the Warrensville Baptist Church. Everyone is welcome. BIBLE SCHOOL OF THE SUMMER! Peak Creek Church of the Brethren. Augus 1 through August 4, 7-8:30 p.m. Crafts. Puppets, Bible Stories, and Time Travel! Join us in the Time Machine and get back in time for Jesus! Thursday August 2 Monday July 30 6:30 p.m.: Helton United Methodist Charge Vacation Bible School. Avalanche Ranch is the theme for this year's VBS. We will have free dinner each evening through Friday, Aug. 3, at 6:30 p.m., fol­ lowed by Bible lessons with a Western theme! Enjoy Chatter's Theater, Spotlight Drama featur­ ing partiicpating children, crafts and more. Kids will see the Bible come to life. There also be an adult class. Get ready for a wild ride, pardners, through God's Word at Helton United Methodist Church, 15323 Hwy 194 North. Call 384-4243 for more information. The charge includes Helton, Lansing and Trinity United Methodist Churches. 7 p.m.:Bible School will be 7 p.m.:Bible School will be held at Valley Home Baptist Church July 30 through Aug. 3 at 7 p.m. each night. Everyone is invited to attend. The church is located on Three Top Road in Todd. 7 p.m.: LAST VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL OF THE SUMMER! Peak Creek Church of the Brethren. Augus 1 through August 4, 7-8:30 p.m. Crafts, Puppets, Bible Stories, and Time Travel! Join us in the Time Machine and get back in time for Jesus! Friday August 3 7 p.m.:Bible School will be held at Valley Home Baptist Church July 30 through Aug. 3 at 7 p.m. each night. Everyone bers from California to Florida and from Washington state to Chesapeake, Virginia will again exchange genealogical infor­ mation about Church ances­ tors. All Church descendants are welcome. Old "Yankee" had a tot of children and his kids had a bunch as well. Many of us will gather nightly start­ ing Wednesday August 1st, 07 by the campfire at Dave Church's camper in Greenfield Campground all are welcome, bring a chair. Thursday night chili dinner...Friday golf Friday dinner at Shatley Springs are some of the other activi­ ties....call for more info. 7 p.m.: LAST VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL OF THE SUMMER! Peak Creek Church of the Brethren. Augus 1 through August 4, 7-8:30 p.m. Crafts, Puppets, Bible Stories, and Time Travel! Join us in the Time Machine and get back in time for Jesus! Sunday August 5 Calvary Free Will Baptist Church Youth Sunday: Aug. 5. We have a very special guest speaker lined up to preach. His name is Jacob Berry, and he is from Oklahoma. His story is one that truly brings glory to God. is invited to attend. The church is located on Three Top Road in Todd. is invited to attend. The church is located on Three Top Road in Todd. 7 p.m.: LAST VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL OF THE SUMMER! Peak Creek Church of the Brethren. Augus 1 10 a.m.: Healing Springs Baptist Church announces that their Annual Decoration. Tuesday July 31 through August 4, 7-8:30 p.m. Crafts, Puppets, Bible Stories, and Time Travel! Join us in the Time Machine and get back in time for Jesus! Regular Worship Service will be at 11:00. Rev. Jack Pugh pastor invites you to attend. held at Valley Home Baptist Church July 30 through Aug. 3 at 7 p.m. each night. Everyone 'y 7 p.m.:Bible Sc school will be held at Valley Home Baptist Church July 30 through Aug. 3 at 7 p.m. each night. Everyone is invited to attend. The church is located on Three Top Road in Todd. Wednesday August 1 7 p.m.rBible School will be held at Valley Home Baptist Church July 30 through Aug. 3 at 7 p.m. each night. Everyone is invited to attend. The church is located on Three Top Road in Todd. 7 p.m.: LAST VACATION Saturday August 4 Saturday, August 4, 2007 will mark the seventh year that descendants of "Yankee John" Church will descend upon Jefferson, North Carolina to visit family and friends. The hundreds of participants attend­ ing the reunion over the past few years have met family members they didn't know they had and made new friends in an area of the country known for it's beau­ ty and hospitality. Family mem­ Monday August 6 Augu >.m.: 4-5:30 p.m.: Lt. Gov. Beverly Perdue will visit Ashe County Public Library. The public is invited to meet her. Education Teacher to speak at National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) August 6th Meeting. Leslie Huntley, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Western Regional Director for the Family-to-Family Education Program, will be the featured speaker at the August 6th meeting of High Country NAMI to be held at the tower level of Watauga Human Services Building, 132 Poplar Grove Connector, Boone. Famity-toFamily is a free 12 week class for the relatives and friends of people diagnosed with a severe mental illness. Trained family members teach the course that provides current facts about such illnesses as schizophre­ nia, bi-polar disorder, border­ line personality disorder and others. In addition to education and skills training, the course also stresses the importance of self-care, emotional support, and empowerment. The class is free, but registration is required. If you are intrested in partici­ pating in the Family to Family Class scheduled this fall, please call Francine at 828-263-5654 in Watauga/Avery Counties, Karen at 336-982-2100 in Ashe/Alleghany Counties, or Charlotte at 336-973-3382 in Wilkes County. Saturday August 11 4 - 9 p.m.: Beaver Creek Class of '62 Class Reunion 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Peak Creek Church of the Brethren's Vacation Bible School Awards and T-Shirts. 2 p.m.: Decoration at the Poe Cemetery on Ashe Park Road. Rev. Glenn Woodie will be the speaker. Pauline Hart and Kathy May will be the guest singers. Everyone is welcome to attend. 7 p.m.: Family at Mountain Aire Seafood in Glendale Springs. For more information call 877-1046 or 246-9988 Sunday August 12 Calvary Free Will Baptist Church is having Homecoming on Aug. 12 with the original Spencers, J.B. and Barbara, performing a special concert. The pastor and con­ gregation invites everyone to attend 6 p.m.: Bristol Baptist Church: Still Blessed will be singing for us. Gathering for a Gala Event Picnic reunion. Come enjoy live music at Wild Woody's on hwy 18 off Parkway in Laurel Springs. You all come and enjoy live music and tots of fun! Don't Miss it! 336-359-8432. 2 p.m.: Hike into History. Come up on the mountain to the picnic area and learn about the history of Mt. Jefferson. We will dig into the past as we hike the mountain's ridgeline. Wear sturdy shoes. 2 p.m.: US Hwy 221 Access, Majestic Whitetail Deer & Concerns of Their Growing Population. Join a ranger for an informative look into the majestic whitetail deer and con­ cerns of their growing popula­ tion. Meet at the park's New Visitors Center at US Hwy 221 Access. 6 p.m.: You are invited to Music on the Lawn, an out­ door concert, at Warrensville United Methodist Church on Saturday, July 28th at 6 p.m. There will be free food and drinks as well as great Gospel Bluegrass music from the Key City Boys band. Bring your lawn chair or blanket for a relax­ ing evening of fellowship and Visit the Yadkin Valley Bank office that's closest to you and take advantage of these limited-time CD rates! You'll see that when it comes to great rates and impressive customer service, we'll leave you thirsty for more. 24-Month CD 9-Month CD 3-Month CD Limited Time Only! Limited Time Only! Limited Time Only! 5.20V 5.00V 4.80V YADKIN VALLEY BANK www.yadkinvalleybAnk.com Elkin - 336-526-6301 Pfafftown - 336-922-9888 EMJktld - 336-699-2930 Wilkesboro - 336-838-0123 lefferson - 336-246-4555 Yadkirwille - 336-677-2000 IWMilk- 336-835-6197 North Elkin - 336-526-6372 North Wilkesboro - 336-838-3300 336-246-4644 -107 North Fifth Are. 336-246-9800 - 1488 Mt. Jeffirson Rd. * Annual percentage yield accurate as of 7/16/07. Available for personal accounts only. Minimum deposit of $500 to open and earn stated APY. Customers arc required to have another deposit relationship to receive this CD rate. May not be used with IRA rollover. Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawals. Account insured up to $100,000. liKi Ciiiw caw/Mg R)@®OIW $36-982-4297 These animals are available for adoption. These beautiful pups are sister and brother They are austrailian shepard mix with won­ derful dispositions. Lizzy is a german shep­ Pumkin is a georgous black herd/lab mix of II wks and white kitten who is seven and veiy socialized and weeks old and vey social­ smart. Foster will help with spaying and shots. ized. She has many other kitten friends who are also looking for forever homes. Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located directly In front of the Armoy on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety.ore Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashchumane@stybest.com � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Extent The size or duration of the resource. 10 pages Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-07-24 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/11d443c2e46b9469fa3b9bfeff717b93.pdf 0bf43e5292ec6fb99a610b480383b73a PDF Text Text • Cheerleaders help local family page 1B Friday July 27, 2007 • Sam Shepard wins atWRP page 1B SERVING ASHE SINCE 1925 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com • Fall Husky sports schedules page 2B Volume 82, Issue 60 Are plans for ski slope dead? by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor It appears there will be no skiing in Ashe County in the near future. A planned ski slope in Jefferson seems to have been abandoned. Jefferson Aldermen report­ ed Monday night that area developer Jay Vincent with Vincent Properties in Blowing Rock has given up his inter­ est in the project, and that the remaining developers may be planning a residential com­ munity. Jefferson Town Manager Cathy Howell said Vincent told her a couple weeks ago that he is no longer involved with the project, and as far as he knows the ski slope has been abandoned. Vincent said on Wednesday that he had sold his interests to Prestige Builders Partners, a Florida company he had been working with on the project. "We were unable to make the ski slope work," he said. "We needed another piece of land and couldn't get it. Their interests went another direc­ tion. They had a different vi­ sion, and since they were the majority partner, they bought out my interest." cies assisting with the project were very helpful, Vincent said. "The regulatory people were excellent to work with " he said. "That is unusual in my business, having such helpful people." Vincent offers apprecia­ tion to County Economic De­ velopment Director Dr. pat Mitchell, County Manager Dan McMillan and the com­ missioners, Planning Director Zach Edwardson, and the Jef­ ferson Board of Aldermen and town government. "They bent over backwards to help," he said. "You don't often see that in this business." He also ap­ preciates staff with J.R. Vannoy & Sons Construction for their part in the project. "They are a sharp group of people," he said. And he said the peo­ ple of Prestige Builders Part­ ners in Florida were very good to work with. Prestige Builders Part­ ners in Southeast Florida was founded in 1994 by Jose Boschetti and Marty Caparros. According to their website (www.prestigebuildersgroup. net), the award-winning Pres­ tige Builders Partners "is one of the top developers in Mi­ ami-Dade County. The firm Vincent Properties and Prestige Builders Partners formed a partnership to buy and develop the 477-acre prop­ erty on Phoenix Mountain for­ merly owned by Eric Hunter, and investigated the idea of a ski slope and accompanying Adirondack style village. The primary focus of the partners was to create a longer ski slope than found anywhere else in the region along with an ice skating rink, restaurants, ho­ tels, and retail establishments plus single and multi-family housing. They had hoped to open for the 2008-09 ski sea­ son. The project would have of­ fered a positive substantial impact on the community, providing a lot of good jobs in perpetuity and bringing in lots of tourists, Vincent told the aldermen during previous discussions. Vincent said this week that he had put many months of work into this project and hat­ ed to see it abandoned. "It's a very special piece of property," he said. "I really thought we had something special. I hope it ends up being a credit to the community." The local government agen­ Lansing has cleanup day On a beautiful Saturday, volunteers took time out to participate in a clean up at the site of the trail to be paved later this month in Lansing. The Lansing Town Park Creeper Trail, located off of Tea Berry Road, is being pre­ pared for paving by the Lan­ sing Town Park Creeper Trail Committee, a subcommittee of GLAD (Greater Lansing Area Development Commit­ tee). Funding for the project is coming through a grant given to the Ashe County Healthy Carolinian's Nutrition, Physi­ cal Activity, and Tobacco Com­ mittee, from the NC Health and Wellness Trust Fund's "Fit Community" program, with technical support from Living by Design at UNC's School of Public Health. The committee is working on future plans for the town park which will include an area for playground equip­ ment, benches along the walk­ ing trail, and, if funding can be obtained, shelters, picnic areas, water fountains and rest rooms. In addition, plans - — WCC Photo courtesy of Nancy Kautz Volunteers Madeline Crawford and Larry Blevins participated in the cleanup day July 21 at Lansing Town Park, helping prepare the trail for paving. Another work day will be held this fall. call for another work day in the fall to clean up and plant shrubs and a kick off event to gather persons interested in an ongoing walking club. Many thanks is given to the Lansing Fire Depart­ ment for their assistance in providing a chicken barbeque luncheon for the volunteers, and their willingness to as­ sist with maintenance of the park area. For more information on plans for the park, visit the display at the Lansing Foods grocery store, or call the Town of Lansing at 384-3938 or Madeline Crawford at 3843280. has become a diverse real estate development company building fashionable resi­ dential communities and im­ pressive commercial projects throughout the nation. The properties in (theirl portfo­ lio feature resort-style pools; lush tropical landscaping; lakeside living; state-of-theart fitness centers; expansive and cozy clubhouses for en­ tertaining friends and family; and close proximity to area dining, shopping and schools. Residences feature spacious bedrooms and closets. Modern kitchen upgrade packages are available. Prestige Builders Partners has 37 active com­ munities offering more than 9,500 homes in various stages of completion across the coun­ try including Nevada, Arizona, Florida, and North Carolina. To date, sales revenues have exceeded $1 billion." Ashe County Planning Di­ rector Zach Edwardson said the developers on Phoenix Mountain have obtained a permit and are building a road. "This hasn't been final­ ized," he said, "but I under­ stand they are planning lots for a high end residential de­ velopment." Post photo by Linda Burchette Chris Bare, at left, lead instructor for the Industrial Systems Technology program at the Ashe Campus of Wilkes Community College, talks with Greg Baldwin, a former Oldham screen printer who is in his last year of the program, about a machine Baldwin redesigned in the campus machine shop. This program offers students of all ages an excellent beginning for careers in industrial technology even in Ashe County. "There are jobs here if you've got the work skills," Bare says. "Industries want you to be able to do multiple skills." Instruction includes computer, math, machining, welding, wiring, electronics, CNC, PLC, HVAC, blueprints, hydraulics and pneumatics, machine maintenance, robotics, and more. Fall registration is underway this week at the WCC Ashe Campus through 8 p.m. Thursday and 3 p.m. Friday, with late registration scheduled Aug. 13 and 14. Call 846-3900 for more information. Local lady finds new home at Villages of Ashe by Katy Taylor Special to the Post Irene Morphew is eager to be interviewed but explains that she must be in the dining room around 5:15 p.m. and adds, "Tonight we're having lemon pie, and I don't want to miss that." She talks while seated on the sofa across from the baby grand piano in the elegant Grand Room of the Villages of Ashe, an assisted living fa­ cility for adults 55 and over located in West Jefferson. The Villages, which opened in April of last year, is one of a growing number of such places springing up nation­ wide in response to the rapid growth of the older popula­ tion. Nationally, seniors now represent approximately 13 percent of the total popula­ tion; in Ashe County the rate is significantly higher at 18 percent. Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffer8onpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classi fied@jeffersonpo8t. com editorial@jeffersonpost.com Morphew, an Ashe County native, was among the first guests to move into The Vil­ lages. While still living in­ dependently at the age of 95 in her home in Jefferson, the retired postmaster started thinking she could do without the responsibility of main­ taining a household. Hav­ ing already gone through the experience of breaking a hip, she began to confront the reality of facing the lat­ ter part of her tenth decade with no close relatives to look after her. After hearing about The Villages through friends and later visiting the prem­ ises, she made the decision to make The Villages her per­ manent home. She reports, "After I made up my mind, I didn't look back. I wasn't sad.... I was going to be living in the Villages of Ashe!" Morphew says the most difficult aspect of the tran­ Photo courtesy of Katy Taylor Irene Morphew is a satisfied resident of The Villages of Ashe, celebrating its first anniversary in West Jefferson with an open house this weekend. sition was casting off "forty years of accomplishment." Nevertheless, she personally undertook the exhaustive process of going through each Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,636 U.S. service people killed (as of 7/25) 26,953 U.S. service people wounded (as of 7/25) and every possession in her house before the move. Unlike Morphew, most peo­ ple typically begin needing some type of assistance with household tasks or activities of daily living by their eight­ ies. Although most elders have adult children, many do not live close enough to their parents to provide the daily assistance they would like to be able to offer. At the same time, most seniors shun what they perceive as becoming a burden on their children. It is this dual need for security and independence, therefore, which makes assisted living such an attractive option for many families today. Morphew echoes these con­ cerns, saying that she needed less responsibility while be­ ing assured of help when she needed it. She adds, "I'm still able to go out and keep my friends." Added to Morphew's long list of friends is Jim Richard­ son, owner and administrator of The Villages. Richardson, a native of Wilkes County, is ACHS to hold freshman orientation Upcoming Ashe County High School Huskies and parents are invited to a "Future Husky Gathering" (Freshman Orientation) on Tuesday, Aug. 7 at Ashe County High School from 9 to 11 a.m. in the school auditorium. During this time, students and parents will learn about: the school's attendance policy, driver's education, dress code, some differences between middle school and high school procedures, other building "norms", and more. Students will receive their class schedules and carrying on his family's tradi­ tion of providing quality care for people in the later stage of life. He emphasizes the importance of providing an environment for his guests in which he could happily bring his mother to live. Rich­ ardson, who is not content to manage behind a desk but instead maintains a handson approach, is very much involved with the day-to-day activities of his guests at The Villages. Morphew jokes about one recent outing with the admin­ istrator. "He took me to WalMart," adding with a twinkle in her eye,"but he's no good at picking out birthday cards!" Jim Richardson, team members, and guests of The Villages invite the public to attend an open house at The Villages this Saturday and Sunday from the hours of 1-5 See Villages, page 5A have the opportunity to find their way around and learn where their classrooms are and meet their teachers, counselors and administrators. Please contact school counselor Annette Bednosky by email with any questions: annette. bednosky@ashe.kl2.nc.u8. Memorial service planned There will be a service honoring the memory of Dr. John Preston Lewis on Saturday, July 28, at 2 p.m. at Mission Home Baptist Church in Fleet­ wood. �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, JULY 27, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SOCIALS Wedding invitation tips Pat and Charles Eldreth Couple to mark 50th anniversary Charles and Pat Eldreth will celebrate their 50th wedding on August 2,2007. Chuck is originally from West Jefferson, NC while Pat is from California. Chuck is a retired officer from the US Army and also a retired teacher. Pat and Chuck currently enjoy full-time motor home travel. They have two children and five grandchildren. All family and friends are invited to celebrate with us on Au­ gust 4, 2007 at 3:00 pm at Fraser's Restaurant. Please RSVP your attendance and dinner selection to Vickie McCandless at mccan97@gte.net. Casual attire. Baby News Crystal Maxwell and George Carbrera of West Jef­ ferson would like to announce the birth of their daughter, Aricela Rose Cabrera. She was born July 17, 2007, at Ashe Memorial Hospital, weigh­ ing 5 pounds and 8 ounces and was 18 inches long. The baby was welcomed home by grandmother Betty Maxwell, big brother Ronald Maxwell and big sister Olivia Perez. Jaqueline Nunez-Gonzalez and Adan Villagomez-Gonzalez of Grassy Creek would like to announce the birth of their daughter, Jainee Villagomez-Nunez. She was born July 21, 2007, at Ashe Memorial Hospital, and weighed 5 pounds, 13 ounces and was 18.3 inches long. Her grandparents are Rafael and Socorro Gonzalez-Villagomez and Guadalupe and Erlinda Gonzalez-Nunez. Carol and Tim Jones of Jef­ ferson would like to announce the birth of their daughter, Eva Caroline Jones, who was born July 13, 2007, at (MS)—This wedding sea­ son, there is good news for couples-to-be and wedding planners. The cost of post­ age for a 2-ounce wedding invitation has gone down from 63 cents to 58 cents. Here are some other post­ age perks: tips and pointers for making sure that wed­ ding invitations —and as­ sociated save-the-date cards, response cards, wedding an­ nouncements and thank-you notes - get to recipients on time, and are fun and memo­ rable, too. •"Accessorize" your corre­ spondence by using the new love stamps, available June 27. Featuring vines that form the shape of a heart, these stamps were designed especially for mailing wed­ ding invitations and RSVPs and are available in both the 2-ounce (58 cents) and the 1ounce (41 cents) First-Class postage rate denominations. Stamps are an inexpen­ sive way to add color to an invitation and you can also use them to decorate an envelope, even on the flap (where they do not count toward required postage). Star Wars stamps issued this year may be a fun way to speed your response cards back to you. •Mail your invitations four to six weeks before the wedding and make sure the return address is complete and legible. •Whether you dress your wedding invitation in a tra­ ditional style or use more flamboyant papers and em­ bellished envelopes, take care with the most impor­ tant accessory: the address. Provide a complete address, including apartment num­ ber, on each envelope. Con­ firm ZIP Codes easily at www.usps.com by clicking on Find a ZIP Code on the navi­ gation bar. , *For other postal needs and assistance, go to the Postal Service Web site, www.usps.com. There you can order stamps, view and purchase related postal products, look up ZIP Codes instantly, learn about mail­ ing options, and calculate postage. •Affix your stamps se­ curely, but do not put tape over the stamp(s)—this in­ M validates the postage. If your envelope is textured or contains decorative fibers or floral inclusions, you may want to secure the postage using a glue stick. •Or, prepare your invita­ tions online and mail them Brandi Little and Barrett Donaldson through the Postal Service's NetPost Print and Mail Ser­ vices - you'll save time and money. •For save-the-date cards and thank-you notes, cre­ ate customized postcards at www.u8ps.com/netpost. Post­ age is included in the price, and discounts are available Tony and Brenda Weaver Hill, N.C. with every mailing. of Warrensville, N.C., proudly The groom is the son of •The hottest trend is to announce the engagement Fred and Patty Donaldson of use your own artwork or pho­ and upcoming wedding of Chapel Hill. He is a gradu­ tograph on your thank-you their daughter, Brandi Little, ate of UNC-Chapel Hill and notes. Customize the postage to Barrett Donaldson. works at Duke Medical Cen­ on thank-you cards with a The bride is a graduate of ter. first-peek picture from your UNC-Charlotte and is cur­ A September wedding is wedding. For more informa­ rently employed by East-West planned at Childress Vine­ tion go to Print Postage On­ Partners Realty in Chapel yards in Lexington, N.C. line at www.usps.com. A4 M Little-Donaldson wedding planned fftWPJ Watauga Medical Center. She weighed 7 pounds, 9 ounces. Charity Christoferson and Jeff Walters of West Jeffer­ son would like to announce the birth of their son, Imri Walters. He was born July 14, 2007, at Watauga Medi­ cal Center, and weighed 9 pounds, 1 ounce. Samantha and Michael Crosswell of Laurel Springs would like to announce the birth of their son, Jacob Wade Crosswell. He was born July 17, 2007, at Watauga Medi­ cal Center, and weighed 5 pounds, 15 ounces. Kimberly and Mitchell Poe of West Jefferson would like to announce the birth of their son, Titus Lawrence Poe. He was bom July 18, 2007, at Watauga Medical Center and weighed 6 pounds, 8 ounces. Donna and Mark Outen of W^st Jefferson would like to announce the birth of their son, Lucas Wyatt Outen. He was bom July 18, 2007, at Watauga Medical Center, and weighed 8 pounds, 11 ounces. Warrensville, Smethport & Clifton United Methodist Churches Present... ®C awn 2 phones for only PIUS! a *25 BP Gas Card from Tarheel Oil, Inc. FREE! Tree food, drinks and free music by The Key City Boys from N. Wilkesboro Buy one Motorola W315 and get another one FREE! *149 Motorola KRZR After $50 rebate - Great Gospel Bluegyass - When: Saturday, July 13 from 6-8:00 PM where: Warrensville United Methodist Church bring your lawn chair or a blanket and enjoy the fun & fellowship. Retail Locations _ Agents West Jefferson kyline Telephone ,oS79 NC Hwv 194 N 7 T&D Satellite Tony Lyall West Jefferson 948 Hwy 221 Business 338-846-3601 West Jefferson 1447 Mt. Jefferson Rd ' Must sign up for $50 or higher rate plan Requires 2 year agreement While supplies last. 1 Gas Card per family. " Requires 2 year agreement Certain restrictions apply See store for details. Carolina West Wireless We've Got You Covered'/• www.carolinawest.com �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JULY 27, 2007 PAGE 3A COMMUNITY NEWS IT) Don't let moving company take you for a ride by Roy Cooper N.C. Attorney General Special to the Post Moving can be a stress­ ful experience even when everything goes smoothly. According to the latest US Census analysis, 14 percent of Americans moved last year. This year, millions more Americans will pack up and change addresses, with many of those moves taking place this summer. There are many reputa­ ble moving companies, but there are some that will try to take more than just your furniture for a ride. Many of us have heard horror stories about moves gone wrong. The truck arrives at your new home but before they'll carry in the first box, the movers demand that you pay $2,000 more than you expected. Or, once the movers start carry­ ing in furniture, you notice a new scratch on your kitchen table. Perhaps you start un­ packing boxes only to find chipped glasses and broken dishes. Maybe some of your belongings never make it to your new home at all. To help your move go more smoothly, research your choice of mover, com­ municate with the company about the move upfront, and know what your rights are if something goes wrorfg. There are two basic types of moves and each is regu­ lated differently. An inter­ state move is a move from one state to another and is regulated primarily by the Federal Motor Carrier Safe­ ty Administration (FMCSA). In an interstate move, your mover may provide you with an estimate of total charges, or a guaranteed total price. An intrastate move takes place entirely within the borders of a single state. For example, you decide to move from Charlotte to Greens­ boro. The North Carolina Utilities Commission regu­ lates movers within our state and sets the maximum rate levels that movers are allowed to charge. Within those approved levels, intra­ state movets can offer lower rates so shopping around to compare rates may save you some money. The cost of both interstate and intrastate moves are based on items in­ cluding mileage, weight, the number of boxes the mover packs for you and any spe- This is a written contract that sets forth the terms and conditions of your move. Your mover is required to provide a bill of lading in all intra­ state and interstate moves. Be sure to read it carefully and keep a copy until your move is completed and any disputes with your mover have been resolved. •Set dates. Ask the mover to specify pick up and deliv­ ery dates in writing. • Know your liability. Post file photo Make sure you understand North Carolina Attorney your moving company's pol­ General Roy Cooper icy for items that get lost or damaged in the course of cial services you need. Whether you're moving your move. •Get satisfaction. If there across town, across North Carolina or across the coun­ are problems with your move, try, keep the following tips in let the company know about mind: them. If necessary, you can •Check out the moving also file a complaint with the company. Ask friends for a proper regulating agency. • For complaints about recommendation. While most moving companies operate interstate moves, you have legitimately and work with nine months from the date consumers to address com­ of delivery to file a complaint plaints, some do not. And un­ with the Federal Motor fortunately many movers op­ Carrier Safety Administra­ erate without certification. If tion, Office of Motor Carrier you have any doubt about a Analysis, 1200 New Jersey company's credentials, check Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590, 1-888-368-7238, Fax: with the proper authorities. •For interstate moves, ask (202) 927-5548, www.fmcsa. for the movers' Motor Car­ dot.gov. Keep in mind that rier number and then check the FMCSA cannot resolve with the U.S. Department of claims, so if you are not sat­ Transportation's Licensing isfied with the settlement and Insurance Division at offered by the mover, your (202) 358-2423 or 1-888-368- recourse is to go to court. 7238 to make sure the mover Some movers include man­ datory arbitration clauses is registered and insured. •For intrastate moves, in the contract, usually re­ ask the moving company quiring that disputes be sub­ for its North Carolina Utili­ mitted for arbitration in the ties Commission Certifi­ mover's home state before cate number and then call court action can be filed. • For intrastate moves, you the Utilities Commission at (919) 733-7766 to see if can file a complaint with the they have complaints on file NC Utilities Commission. Write to 4326 Mail Service against the company. •Get a written estimate Center, Raleigh, NC 27699of costs. Make sure you un­ 4326 or call 1-866-380-9816. •In addition, you can file derstand the charges listed and what services are in­ complaints about either type cluded in the estimate. Keep of move with my office at the in mind that an estimate is North Carolina Consumer not a guarantee and that the Protection Division. 9001 actual move may cost more Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-9001 or call 1-877than estimated. •Take inventory. Ask the 5-NO-SCAM. movers to prepare a written Attorney General Roy inventory of your shipment, or write down your own in­ Cooper and his staff want ventory. It's a good idea to to make sure North Caro­ take pictures or video of an­ lina consumers get treated tique or other valuable prop­ fairly. 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They are used to battle large forest fires, especially those in remote or rugged areas. The unit pres­ ently assigned to the north­ west is a CL-215, which can deliver 1,200 gallons in one hit. The proven effectiveness of such planes is well known in firefighting circles. Thanks to pressure from local officials, and some hard work by our Sen. Steve Goss, the Forest Service will replace the CL-215 with two planes, with a combined payload in excess of the present one. In a release earlier this week, Sen. Goss said, "Mr. Wib Owen, Director, Division of Forest Resources for the state, has assured me that the division plans to replace the CL-215 water bomber with two Air Tractors. The Cl-215, I'm told, carries 1200 gallons of water while the Air Tractors will carry 800 gallons each. Therefore, the overall capacity would be increased with the introduction of the new equip­ ment." So far this year, in spite of often dry conditions (not this week!), Ashe County has avoided any major forest fires. But it just takes one care­ lessly dropped match or one improperly extinguished fire and that can all change very quickly. The change of plans by the N.C. Forest Service shows how our system is supposed to work. The public was alert­ ed to the original plan by an alert media. Then opposition appeared at the grassroots, first among members of our region's fire departments. Their concerns were heard by their local leaders and, with them, they put pressure on Raleigh. Raleigh—in the form of Sen. Goss—heard, and the combined voices were enough for the Forest Service to change plans. The result will be better fire protection for our region. OK. SO OUR PROGRESS IS A UTTIE SLOWBUT WHV IS •VERVONE SO IMPATIENT?! Two viewpoints PAGE 4A FRIDAY, JULY 27, 2007 County folks are great To the Editor: There are many, many rea­ sons why I love my life in Ashe County. The peacefulness of the river, the majesty of the mountains, and the beauty of the stars overhead at night come immediately to mind. The primary reason, though, is the people. The individuals who live in this small area are some of the nicest, most caring and compassionate people you will find. It is easy when you live and work here day after day to begin to take these things for granted. We are given moments, however, when we are deeply remind­ ed—and moved. Such a time happened for my family this week. My hus­ band lost his youngest broth­ er. This was a very difficult event for us but the people of our home community were there. The memorial service was held at Boone Family Fu­ neral Home with the entomb­ ment at Ashelawn. When we left the funeral home, every red light between there and Ashelawn was manned by a sheriff's department officer in full uniform standing at attention with his hat over his chest. Every car we met on this lengthy drive pulled to the right side of the road, stopped and waited for the en­ tire funeral procession to pass. Every car, without exception, stopped. When we arrived at Ashelawn, the JROTC was standing at attention at the top of the hill. Other mem­ bers of the military and vet­ erans were standing behind the mauseleum at attention. These folks did a beautiful job at the ceremony. I would like to especially commend the JROTC for their involve­ ment. These are young men and women of our community who are choosing to serve in this manner.There were prob­ ably 15 or so of these teens in attendance. Each acted in the most solemn, dignified and respectful manner. I would like to thank all of the people who participated, from the military units to our sheriffs office. I would like to thank every person who made the decision to pull the MAftsxwes S'uxn we «6ee»p northjorMy Letters to the Editor car over and respectfully wait for us to pass. It is hard to ex­ press how much these acts of kindness and respect help in such a painful time. We thank all of you for reminding us again why we love calling Ashe County home. God bless you all. Janet Miller Glendale Springs Friends of Ashe County To the Editor: I'd like to take this oppor­ tunity to clarify the position of the Friends of Ashe (FAC) on wind energy, especially as it relates to the recent project proposed for our County. When FAC was formed the first goal was to define our purpose and create a mission statement that would guide our efforts. Although we have shared our mission state­ ment on numerous occasions, I want to take this opportu­ nity to state it once more in hopes of finally dispelling the opinion that we are opposed to wind energy. "The mission of the Friends of Ashe County is to encourage conservation and development practices that promote continued economic growth by preserving one of the essential ingredients of that growth—the natural beauty of the county's moun­ tain ridges, valleys and rural landscapes. As part of this mission, FAC encourages the use of sustainable develop­ ment practices including the use of appropriate scaled and located renewable- energy generating systems that are designed to deliver on-site or locally utilized electric power. These systems include small wind, solar and hydro sys­ tems. FAC does not support the development of "utilityscale" wind systems in areas of scenic beauty and unique habitat." The mission statement says it all. FAC acknowledges the need to encourage the de­ velopment of alternative en­ ergy sources. We agree that wind energy is a viable area of study and that we should continue to examine its po­ tential benefits along with so­ lar, hydro and bio-mass. We firmly believe conservation must play a vital role in re­ structuring our attitudes to­ ward energy. We also cherish the maj­ esty of our mountain ridges and vistas and are committed to our stewardship obligation to protect that beauty from industrial scale development of all sorts. The proposed project for a Utility Scale Wind Turbine Facility in this county has served a good pur­ pose. It has prompted talk about renewable energy and energy conservation. It has prompted our County Com­ missioners to produce an ordi­ nance that will allow for wind energy production at a scale that is appropriate to our sur­ roundings. We are all more aware of the consequences of continuous consumption and the need to practice conserva­ tion as a way of life. And yes, as the promoter of the industrial wind facil­ ity has stated, "there is only one Earth." But there is also only one Ashe County. Surely we can find a way to protect the one without defacing the other. We could start by turning off a few lights. Maria Whaley President Friends of Ashe County www.friendsofashecounty.com Thanks! To the Editor: I would like to thank many people for making my first business experience, selling drinks at the Home Sweet Home Show, a great success: David Desautesl of Main Street Marketing, Michael Vannoy of Dr. Pepper, Don Moore of McDonalds, Pete Eller of Ashe County High School, Magic Video, Laura Rash, Emily Ray, my parents, and all of my customers in­ cluding the vendors. Allison L. Yount Educational choice and the Edwards family nh* irwrntwp Post Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Production Manager/Webmaster Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Business Manager Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Linda Burchette Kelly Elliott Coy Powers Michael" Graybeal Sandra Osborne Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. RALEIGH - John and Eliz­ abeth Edwards are racists. Or so some of our more excitable local politicians and media commentators might say, given the fact that the Edwards family moved from Raleigh to Chapel Hill to reduce the risk that their children might be subject to Wake County's reassign­ ment policies. In an interview published early this year in Chapel Hill Magazine, Mrs. Edwards explained their ra­ tionale this way: The school system in Wake County is undergoing a lot of stress and there's always the potential for [redistrictingl. Since our children have been through so much change, we wanted to give them some predictability, which we think is more likely in the Chapel Hill-Carrboro (school systeml. Of course, there is no rea­ son to believe that Mrs. Ed­ wards is being anything but straightforward here. Surely they didn't move to Chapel Hill to avoid having their young children reassigned to facilitate Wake County's socioeconomic balancing act, its officially race-neutral but still controversial busing plan. The Edwards used their substantial means to choose where they would live so as to increase the "predictabil­ ity" of their children's educa­ tion setting. That's not only a rational goal for a parent to have, but also a common one. Thousands of parents in Wake County and other North Carolina communities share the goal, but many lack the means to accomplish it by moving to another place, paying private-school tuition, or schooling their children at home. Those likely to maximize the ben­ who have efits for children (for whom made one parents are more likely than of these school administrators to know choices what's best for them in the don't de­ vast majority of cases) with­ serve to out tearing a gaping hole in be vilified the social fabric of a commu­ as disloy­ nity. School choice is a policy al, preju­ with which we now have de­ diced, or cades of experience, domesti­ selfish. cally and internationally, and Like the a growing body of empirical Edwards, evidence demonstrating its they place a high value on efficacy in improving school finding the right educational productivity and educational fit for their children - and outcomes, particularly for then seeking to protect it disadvantaged students. from disruption, which has A good example would be both social and educational a privately funded voucher program I helped set up in costs. There is no doubt that any Charlotte nearly a decade school district adding thou­ ago. According to an inde­ sands of students every year pendent evaluation, the pre­ will have to make some un­ dominantly African-Ameri­ popular reassignment deci­ can participants made large sions. Newcomers and births gains in reading and math don't clump helpfully by age scores. This study, like many in vacant areas of a county others testing the effects of so that a newly constructed parental-choice programs on school can be filled with­ student achievement, was out moving some students a truly randomized trial in around. The problem in Wake which scholarship students and other jurisdictions is that were compared to a properly administrators give North constructed control group of Carolina parents good reason public-school students. These to be wary and distrustful of poor children didn't perform their frequent, large-scale better because they were reassignments. Dress it up wealthier or had more moti­ however you like, but forced vated parents. They did so be­ busing for racial or socioeco­ cause their parents were able nomic balance is a policy that to choose schools that met use many children as a means their needs. Debating education is to an end. It's wrong. And it fraught with peril. There's makes parents angry. I happen to think that no way to avoid inflaming there are ways to improve the passions and rubbing up academic performance and against raw nerves. But we foster diverse educational would certainly be far better settings that don't rely on off if we didn't jump to con­ coercion. Instead, they rely clusions about motivations. on the notion that parents When parents express con­ making informed choices on cern about reassignment or behalf of their children is a having their children bused natural nrocess, one far more across town, it's just not right to assume the worst and as­ cribe their reaction to big­ otry (particularly since the sentiment crosses all racial and ethnic lines). That's not to say that bigotry is extinct. Wishful thinking will not make it so. But it is not the predominant explanation for the phenomenon. To get that, you need only re-read Eliza­ beth Edwards' explanation for moving to their Chapel Hill mansion, the largest in Orange County. When it comes to making challenging decisions to pro­ tect and nurture your chil­ dren, we are all very much alike. There is one America - even if the size of our homes and gardens vary just a little bit. John Hood is president of the John Locke Foundation and publisher of CarolinaJournal.com. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the edi­ tor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of com­ munity interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone num­ ber for verification purposes. Only the writer's name and community will be published. Letters must not be libelous and no poetry will be accept­ ed for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �PAGE 5A FRIDAY, JULY 27, 2007 JEFFERSON POST FROM THE FRONT urn Humane Society grand opening A grand opening celebra­ tion for the Ashe Humane Society will be held Saturday, July 28 at the Humane Society Resource Center on old High­ way 16 in Jefferson, directly in front of the National Guard Armory. In addition to the regular Saturday adoptions, there will fun activities including face painting, tattoos, balloons, re­ freshments and a dog show for kids and their pets with awards for all sorts of attributes from largest to smallest, most spots, longest hair and everything in between. The dog show is between 11 a.m. and noon. A ribbon- cutting ceremony by the Ashe County Chamber of Commerce and Visitor's Center will be held at 10 a.m. Admission is free, but all do­ nations are welcome and will help the homeless and needy pets of Ashe County. They will also help with the ever expand­ ing spay/neuter program. and in the future will create a continuum of care enabling seniors to age in place. The Villages motto "A Life of Choices" is an indication of commitment to maximize the independence and lifestyle of each guest. Villages continued from front page p.m. The Villages are located behind Lowe's Hardware off of Oakwood Road in West Jef­ ferson. For more information, call 846-1008 or go online at http://villagesofashe.com (Katy Taylor will receive a master's degree in gerontol­ ogy f™m Appalachian State University this August and is currently completing an internship at the Villages of Ashe. Many folks around the area will remember Katy as the lead singer for Alternate Roots, an old-time band that performed for years through­ out the region.) The opening celebration for The Villages of Ashe was held April 27, 2006 with a Cham­ ber of Commerce after-hours event and more than 90 com­ munity and business leaders attending a ribbon cutting ceremony and a reception recognizing the Town of West Jefferson ($88,974+), Skyline Telephone and Blue Ridge Electric Membership Cor­ poration ($105,000 interest free loan each), USDA Rural Development ($200,000), the North Carolina Rural Center ($223,074), AdvantageWest ($12,000), and Ashe County Commissioners ($25,000) for helping fund the facility and site, and J.R. Vannoy & Sons General Contractors for con­ struction. The celebration continued the following weekend with a community open house and more than 300 hundred guests attending. Guests were able to tour and view the Assisted Living facility and the Independent Living Employer honor given to GE Photo courtesy of NCESC GE Aviation of West Jefferson was honored with a 2007 Employment Security Commission (ESC) Employer Award on Wednesday, June 27, during a luncheon held at the Crown Plaza Resort In Asheville. ESC Chairman Harry E. Payne Jr. (right) presented the award to GE Aviation, one of 28 employers honored In the western region of the state. A total of 95 employers were presented the awards at ceremonies held in different regions of the state. Criteria for the award include exceptional contributions to the North Carolina economy through new business, business expansion, business innovation, and community involve­ ment, as well as partnership with ESC and its local workforce development associates. Tommy McClure (center) accepted the award for GE Aviation. Lou Birge (left), manager of the Ashe ESC office was also present to congratulate GE Aviation. Todd music On Saturday,July 28, there will be two special music pro­ grams in Todd. At 2 p.m., there will be a Todd Summer Music Series concert at Walter and Annie Cook Memorial Park with Wehutty Mudpuppies, the young old-time string band from Boone. Admission is free; contributions are encouraged. Bring a chair, sunscreen, and an umbrella. For more infor­ mation, call 877-5401. At 7:30 p.m. Todd Mercan­ tile will host Sandia Hots in a special one-time appearance. Admission is $5. For more in­ formation, call 828-262-1953 or 877-5401. Art Clan welcomes Richard Tumbleston Photo by Bea Bumgardner The Blue Ridge Art Clan will welcome famous artist Richard Tumbleston to their July 28 meeting at Ashe County Public Library.The business meeting will begin at 9:30 a.m. At 10:30 a.m., Tumbleston will do a critique of members' works. Tremendous career opportunity Helping You The Villages of Ashe offers a community setting that pro­ vides a wide array of servic­ es. 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The Jefferson Post is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 1-800-849-6127 or 800-893-6246 TTY FOR SERVICES OR EMERGENCIES 24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK For mental health, developmental disabilities and substance abuse services Meeting community needs...one person at a time. We would like to say thank you to all our sponsors who made our 3rd Annual Ricky's Run possible!!! Ashe County High School i New River Taxidermy 'Central Cycles of Jefferson K&K Stitch Bojangles Dollar Mart Yamaha Shop of Wilkesboro Ingles Pepsi Co. Carolina BBQ in Newland, N.C. Lowe's Food Subway Food Lion • Hardees • Wal-Mart • Dr. Peper Co. • Coke Co. • Krispy Kreme •Wise Potato Chips WE would like to say thank you to all the Radio Stations who advertised {RICKY'S RUN) Also to all who donated, bought shirts, worked the rally, and participated in the ride. This year we raised $1600 for the Ricky Miller Memorial Scholarship Fund. WE GREATLY APPRECIATE ALL OF YOU & GOD BLESS!! Coordinators, Lucy Barker & Renee Blevins �PAGE 6A FRIDAY, JULY 27, 2007 JEFFERSON POST RELIGION Disabled man gives $205,000 for Bible translation RICHMOND, Va. (BP)~ verson's concern focused on "I indicated to him that need the Gospel ... they need * He was determined to get the wellbeing of the donor. we were concerned about the Scripture in their language. Scripture into the hands of This donor has several effects that giving this prop­ I will use this property to people who didn't have it in physical challenges," he said erty would have on him," he see the Bible translated into their own language. It didn't There were questions re­ said. their language — whether matter what it cost. If the lated to his ability to take But the man insisted, say­ I do it through the 1MB or International Mission Board care of his day-to-day living ing that he had access to someone else." wouldn't help him, he would needs. Steverson accepted the of­ medical care and didn't need find someone who would. "We have a responsibil­ much to live on. ttI kept (sug­ fer. David Steverson, the ity to be careful to ensure as gesting) that he might need During the following 18 agency's treasurer and vice much as possible that any­ this property for his long- months, the 1MB ran into a president for finance, told one making a major donation term needs," Steverson said. variety of obstacles to sell the story of this determined to our organization is not left Then the man said some­ the property, such as obtain­ Southern Baptist during the indigent and unable to care thing that Steverson will ing a title and an initial dis­ IMB's July 16-18 trustee for himself," he said. appointing appraisal. never forget: meeting. So when they talked, Ste­ It was tempting to take "Don't you understand?" Steverson met the man — verson turned him down. the man said. These people the easy way out and pay a who wishes to re­ main anonymous — in late 2005. One Wednesday evening over a church dinner, they discussed the possibility of the man donating real estate that he had Howdy! inherited on the East Coast. The yjDI m mqUSHGOFSWOM) | money would go toward funding a Bible translation Block Party Kick-off at 2 p.m. Sunday, July 29 for an unreached Food...hay ride...playfiround...and much more! people group. Steverson had 6:30 p.m. each evening July 30-August 3 concerns. Any Light dinner each evening...crafts...music...classes for all ages number of difficul­ (including adults J ties can arise when dealing with prop­ erty donations ~ Presented by the Helton United Methodist Charge at Helton United hazardous waste Methodist Church. Hwy 194 North. Call 384-4243 for information. removal or getting a clear title, to JOIN US FOR A WILD RIDE THROUGH GOD'S WORD name a couple he explained. But in this case, Ste- variety of fees to move the process along faster. But each time Steverson consid­ ered doing that he heard the man's words: "Don't you un­ derstand? These people need the Gospel..." It was that challenge that drove Steverson and his team to hold out for the bestcase scenario — down to the last cent. "Scripture tells us that the NttUfCJTff, BRANCH* Assembly of God Church Pastor George Norris 246-2979 220 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson, NC Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Bald Mtn. Baptist Church 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman BakJmountainchurch.org Email: Baldmountain@skybcst.com Church 177-/550 Parsonage 877-2042 Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Morning Worship -10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening • 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Nighl Bible Study - 7:00pm. Bethany United Methodist Church Blue Ridge Worship Center Cnmth of Christ at West Jeff erson 336-877-2801 Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 495 Highway 194 South Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs Sunday School -10:00 am Sunday Worship Service 11:00 am A 6:00 pm 221 Burnett St. (Off Buck Mtn Road) Doug Fraiier, Minister Sun Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship II OQ a m Evening Worship 6.00p.m. Wednesday 7:00pm, Bible Study 846-5615 Church Office or 846-5616 Preacher s Residence Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday School 9:45a.m Sunday Worship ll.OOa.m. "And He ted them as far as to Bethany.. and He blessed them" Luke24:50 "Join us in worship to Christ' Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Friendship Baptist Church Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 891 Friendship Baptist Church RdJrfTtrv>n. NC Sunday Morning Worship Sunday Evening Worship 8:30AM and 11 :00AM Family Time - 9:30AM Sunday School - 10:00AM Rev. David GrinneH • 982-2080 Services en Espanol Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m Robert St off Bare (Church) 846-9318 St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh Main A Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun Morning Mass - 9:00 am Saturday Evening Mass 5:00pu English A 7:00pm Spanish Weekday Morn Mass - Call for times 863 Ray Taylor Road West Jefferson, NC €wry<§>ira<f Burnett St. • West Jefferson 846-3954 Big Flatts Baptist Church Beaver Creek Christian Church Fleetwood, NC Pastor, Chris Cox Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd Evening Service 6:30 p m. Services: Sunday School 10:00 a m Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Jim Dawes, Minister Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship ll.OOa.m Friendly Grove Baptist Church Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 Deep Ford Rd., Lansing Sunday School at 10:00 a m Worship at 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship at 6 00p.m. Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00pm. Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship ll.OOa.m. Sunday Evening Worship 7:00p.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7:00 p.m. "A Life Worth Living!" Healing Springs Baptist Church Jefferson United Methodist Church Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh Rev. J. Keith FYanklin, Pastor 9178 OldHny 16 • Grumpier NC 115 East Main St., Jefferson. NC Non-Denominational Casual & Contemporary Saturday Night 7.:00pm Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m Sunday Worship II 00 a m. Rev. Keith Casey 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson, NC (336) 246-4764 (336) 246-9512 Wt invite you to join us for a God centend. family »< "shipping experience. Church 982-9210' Pastor 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience We would love to have you come worship with us. Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church Mt. Paddy Church North Beaver Baptist Parish of the Holy Communion Pastor: Tim Rolen "Lorn you and wants vow Hilly Robinson - Pastor Adult Sunday School - 9:30 AM Childrens Sunday School - 10:00AM Worship • 11:00 AM Worship Times: to fellowship with ia every Sunday" Sunday School - 9:30 AAt. Hwy. 163 West Jefferson Worship-10:30 A.M. Pastor Rick Miller Sunday Preaching Service • 6:00 P.M. Sunday School • 10.00 a.m Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study - 7:00 P.M. 846-7481 He have a nursery and children churches Mailable Morning Worship • ll:00a.m Wednesday Prayer Senice • 7:00 p m. (Episcopalian) St. Mary's Church West Jefferson 8:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Phone - 982-3076 Smethport Independant Baptist Church Warrensville United Methodist Church Qffict Phmt: JJ6-982-94H • Her. Lome Joaes • faint Sabados a las - 6:00PM 6:45PM Clases de ESL Servicios a las - 7:00PM _ Nursery provided for all services Worship & Praise 11:00 a m. Ashe County Worship Center Sunday School - 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship Service- 11:0QA.M Wednesday Bible Study "Come as you are. vuu will be loved Sunday School 10:00 a m 10am - 4pm Sunday School-9 06am Sunday Worship Services• 10 00 a m Sunday Evening Services - 6.00p.m Wednesday Ewning Service - 7 00 p m 6:00PM Ml. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene Saturday July 28th Cornerstone Fellowship 1460 Bald Mtn Rd.. West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a m Sunday Morning Worship Service - 11:00am Sunday Evening Worship - 7:00pm Wednesday Evening - 7 00pm Corner of Fan-Roland <t McNeil Sis • Jefferson 188 West - Left on McNeil, One Block) , YACATIOM Baldwin Community Church Pastor Douglas Hardin •'877-9075 1549 Hwy 194 South • Todd (I mi off Hwy 221) SUNDAY - Sunday School 10:00AM Worshr II 00AM and 6 00PM MONDAY - Community Care 6:00PM (Prayer A OutreachI WEDNESDAY- Family Night 7 00PM (All ages) IMissions Ministry. Eon Ministry, Teen Time) "A Church focused • on faith, family 4k the future" Pastor James T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 192 Church Street 336-384-3391 194 and 88 West, Smethport. NC Sunday Schooi 9:45 a m • Worship 11:00am Sunday Night Services 6:30p.m. Wednesday Service 7:00p.m Missions Building by Faith Promise 10:00AM Sunday School -Worship ~ 9:00AM Visitors become family widow's mite was a sacrificial gift and should be honored," Steverson said. Afterallexpenses.theproperty sold for $205,609.73. And because of one man's gift, an unreached people group — one the man may never know about and never meet — will hear the Gospel in their own language. People will come to Christ because of his sacrifice. Sunday Evening Worship Service - 7-00PM. Wednesday Evening Service - 7-OOP M 9:00 a.m Early Worship 9:45 a. m - Sunday School for all ages ll.OOa.m - Formal Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday • Sunday School 11:00 am Surulay • Worship Sen-ice 6:30 p m. Sunday • Sunday Night Sen-ice 6:00pm Monday • TEA M 10:00 a.m Tuesday • Joy in the Morning 7:0Qp.m Wednesday • f'raur Meeting Seventh-Day Adventist Church of Warrensville Pastor: Kevin Morgan //f . 336-667-6092 Saturday Services: Bible School -10:00AM Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM West Jefferson United Methodist Church Welcome Home Baptist Church Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Sunday School • 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship • 11:0<)A\1 Sunday Evenings (2nd A 4(h) • 7:00PM Wednesday Nighl Bible Study • 7:00PM Youth Services • Sunday • 6:00PM Van Transportation Available Pastor Home: 336-384-318* • Cell: 336-077-1009 Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. Children'* Church and Nursery Provided We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! www.wjumc.net To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 • Hi (Tomer of Hwy. 221 & Cherry St. EXTERMINATING Jefferson -Hut 141 Lyalle Lane, Jefferson, NC (Just off Ashe Park Road) Open Mon-Frl • 7am-5pm 336-932-932 Sears 246-7131 203 East 1" Street • West Jefferson. NC Convenient 7 Days A Week Wmxmt ('oxsTiiroTiox Commercial and Residential PO Box Termite & Pest Control 972 • We»4 Jefferson. \< 336-246-6482 Fax? 246-6402 Dr Pepper I Bottling Company West Jefferson 246-4591 Complete Line of Budding Supplier" 246-4222 246-6077 HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPPLY. INC. Ashe County Builders Supply 336-246-3367 Mountain Aire Seafood & Stt'rtkJu'M.se Weekly Specialties Hwy 16 4c 163 Intersection Glendale Springs, N.G • 336-982-3060 DODGE • CHRYSLER • JEEP gap 502 Jefferson Ave. • 336-246-8806 BILL IIART CONSTRUCTION Jefferson, NC All Types Dozer Work Hauling &Trackhoe Work Home: 336-246-HART (4278) Shop: 336-846-7025 Mt. Jefferson Oil We Offer LP Gas • Gas Heaters Fire Logs •Cooking Equipment Call Pete at 246-7039 Serving Ashe County tor over 20 Years H&W Oil Company 24-HOUR BURNER SERVICE • Your Ful Service M Company crroo Ronnie Hopkins ASHE Coi'NTV CHEESE I 61/* I n r n * m ah n •vv impecnont ATF Service Uinor Repairs Kwik Lube, Inc. Tirt Sales Auto Express Fylrl tf ftrffmiMMv Owner/Manager • David Miller 608 W. Main Street • Jefferson, NC • 246-5945 Call 846-9241 106 E. Main St. :4RV«-V4 246-2501 % The Jewel Shoppe 785 East Main Street The Mountain Village Shopping Center Jefferson, NC 336-246-4155 H'9h CMn,r» faint» Performance 1358 W. King Street • Boone 828-264-0439 or 800-452-0343 PPG Paints 3-M Products yU|p Billy Blevins • Tommy Little Pollard Glass 211 Burkett Avenue West Jefferson, NC 336-846-4176 ) •VJ CARDINAL LANES Family Fun Center "Church Groups Welcome" Discounted Rates F^^ 787 Hwy 221, West Jefferson 336-246-7077 Evenings J Uo., 9hc (2oo*te Km k Your Local Equipment Dealer For All Your Equipment Needs 418 Deep Gap Drlva • Deep Gap, NC 828-263-6464 • www.boonakubota.com Of .j/V HOMfcs We Build Your Home The Way You Want It www.classichomes Intersection US 221 & NC 163 • 1620 NC 163-E West Jefferson, NC • 336-246-3600 �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7A FRIDAY, JULY 27, 2007 COMMUNITY EVENTS y reunions and cemetery decorations planned throughout area Jfiday lily 27 Urn fog West Jefferson lirClub is having a Game Gala fundniserif the West Jefferson lethodist Church's '"wflinsley Hall from 10:00 (UL& 3:00 p.m. Tickets, include a boxed lunch fed by the new T. Gray be $20. The Woman's I encourages those who are tested to come as a table, will try to match you up someone if you would like, lere will be door prizes and jfreshments will be served. Pickets can be obtained from rClub members or you may call Melinda Hamrick, coordinator of the fundraiser, at 219-0297 for tickets or to be matched with someone. Because space is limited, tickets need to be purchased before the event. 5:30 - 8 Plunge" School at Methodist p.m.: "Take the Vacation Bible Bethany United Church. Join us for a fun and educational time. Cook-out begins at 5:30 fol­ lowed by worship and study. 9 Saturday July 28 a.m.: The 3rd annual Sunflower Festival will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Main Street in Mountain City, TN. Featured will be booths of crafts, art, produce, plants, food and drinks and others. There will also be a Beauty Pageant, kids activities, sun­ flower contest and music all day. 10 a.m. - noon: Safe Kids Watauga County, a commu­ nity program of Appalachian Regional Healthcare System, a local Chapter of Safe Kids North Carolina and the Appalachian Skateboard Council, is presenting a Safety Awareness event with distribution and fittings of Multi Purpose Helmets and Protective Guards for skateboard participants. Appalachian Skateboard Park located at the Watauga County Parks and Recreation (behind the Swim Complex) Safe Kids Watauga County will host an awareness event to distribute Multi Purpose Sport Helmets and Protective Knee/ Elbow/Wrist Guards, at the Skate Board Park. Safe Kids Watauga County recognizes the need to assist children and youth with safety helmets and protective guards, which are required at the Skate Board Park. Sixty helmets and pro­ tective guards will be available, which has been provided by grants received from Safe Kids North Carolina. Volunteers will be available to fit these hel­ mets and make any adjust­ ments to the safety equipment according to the individual recipient. Safe Kids Watauga County focuses on a wide vari­ ety of safety and injury preven­ tion topics, including Bicycle and Multi Sport Helmets. The Watauga County Parks and Recreation Swim Complex Lot is located on Hunting Hills Lane, off State Farm Road in Boone behind the Boone Fire Department. Children and families of all ages are encour­ aged to attend. For more information, please contact Tammy Nelson at 828268-8955. Safe Kids Watauga County is a community program of the Appalachian Regional Healthcare System. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.: "Take the Plunge" Vacation Bible School at Bethany United Methodist Church. Please join us for study, worship and fellowship time. Lunch will be provided. 10 a.m.:A Sibling Class will be offered at Ashe Memorial Hospital for children 2-6 years of age to help prepare them for the arrival of a new baby brother or sister. Call 846-0734 to sign up. Noon: Woodie (Woody) REUNION. Calling all Woodys Gathering for a Gala Event Picnic reunion. Come enjoy live music at Wild Woody's on hwy 18 off Parkway in Laurel Springs. You all come and enjoy live music and lots of fun! Don't Miss it! 336-359-8432. 2 p.m.: Hike into History. Come up on the mountain to the picnic area and learn about the history of Mt. Jefferson. We will dig into the past as we hike the mountain's ridgeline. Wear sturdy shoes. 2 p.m.: US Hwy 221 Access, Majestic Whitetail Deer & Concerns of Their Growing Population. Join a ranger for an informative look into the majestic whitetail deer and concerns of their growing pop­ ulation. Meet at the park's New Visitors Center at US Hwy 221 Access. 6 p.m.: You are invited to Music on the Lawn, an out­ door concert, at Warrensville United Methodist Church on Saturday, July 28th at 6 p.m. There will be free food and drinks as well as great Gospel Bluegrass music from the Key City Boys band. Bring your lawn chair or blanket for a relaxing evening of fellow­ ship and fun. This event is sponsored by the Smethport, Clifton and Warrensville United Methodist Churches. to local farms, games, cookout and music. Pastor Jim Thompson and the congrega­ tions invite everyone to attend! 7 p.m.: Warrensville Community Sing at the Warrensville Baptist Church. Everyone is welcome. Monday July 30 6:30 p.m.: Helton United Methodist Charge Vacation Bible School. Avalanche Ranch is the theme for this year's VBS. We will have free dinner each evening through Friday, Aug. 3, at 6:30 p.m., followed by Bible lessons with a Western theme! Enjoy Chatter's Theater, Spotlight Drama featuring participat­ ing children, crafts and more. Kids will see the Bible come to life. There also be an adult class. Get ready for a wild ride, pardners, through God's Word at Helton United Methodist Church, 15323 Hwy 194 North. Call 384-4243 for more infor­ mation. The charge includes Helton, Lansing and Trinity United Methodist Churches. 7 p.m.: Bible School will be held at Valley Home Baptist Church July 30 through Aug. 3 at 7 p.m. each night. Everyone is invited to attend. The church is located on Three Top Road in Todd. Tuesday July 31 7 p.m.: Bible School will be 7 p.m.: Mission Home Baptist Church will have a monthly singing. "Homeward Bound" will be the featured group. Everyone is invited to attend the singing. Refreshments will be provided following the sing­ ing in the fellowship hall. held at Valley Home Baptist Church July 30 through Aug. 3 at 7 p.m. each night. Everyone is invited to attend. The church is located on Three Top Road in Todd. Wednesday August 1 Sunday July 29 7 p.m.: Bible School will be 10 a.m.: Homecoming at Sturgills Baptist Church. Solid Rock quartet will be singing. Rev. Dereck Wilson will be preaching. Dinner on the grounds to follow. Everyone welcome. 10 a.m.: Pleasant Valley Baptist Church will have Homecoming Services. The Decoration service will be held at 10:00 followed by worship service at 11:00. A covered dish dinner will be held on the church grounds after worship service. Pastor, Rev. Keith Wagner and congregation wel­ come you. 10:30 a.m.: Mt. Paddy Church in Jefferson will have Southern Accent singing. A fellowship meal will follow. 10:30 a.m.: The annual Col. Gideon Lewis Reunion will take place at Riverview Community Center on Highway 88 West. All relatives please plan to attend and bring a cov­ ered dish. Drinks and utensils will be provided. Noon: Moretz Family Reunion at Watauga High School. Covered dish dinner and his­ torical presentations. CDs containing the Moretz family history in PDF format will be available. 12:30 pm. Wagoner Access Road, Guided Canoe Trip. Join a Park Ranger for this 2 hour float down the Wild and Scenic New River. The trip will take approximately 2 hours from beginning to end. You will learn some basic canoe­ ing paddle strokes and other useful information to help you paddle safely. The outfitters charge a minimal fee forshuttling. Park phone number is 336-982-2587. 1 p.m.: Bare - Severt Family Runion at North Beaver held at Valley Home Baptist Church July 30 through Aug. 3 at 7 p.m. each night. Everyone is invited to attend. The church is located on Three Top Road in Todd. 7 p.m.: LAST VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL OF THE SUMMER! Peak Creek Church of the Brethren. August 1 through August 4, 7-8:30 p.m. Crafts, Puppets, Bible Stories, and Time Travel! Join us in the Time Machine and get back in time for Jesus! Thursday August 2 7 p.m.: Bible School will be held at Valley Home Baptist Church July 30 through Aug. 3 at 7 p.m. each night. Everyone is invited to attend. The church is located on Three Top Road in Todd. 7 p.m.: LAST VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL OF THE SUMMER! PeakCreekChurch of the Brethren. August 1 through August 4, 7-8:30 p.m. Crafts, Puppets, Bible Stories, and Time Travel! Join us in the Time Machine and get back in time for Jesus! Friday August 3 7 p.m.: Bible School will be held at Valley Home Baptist Church July 30 through Aug. 3 at 7 p.m. each night. Everyone is invited to attend. The church is located on Three Top Road in Todd. 7 p.m.: LAST VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL OF THE SUMMER! PeakCreekChurch of the Brethren. August 1 through August 4, 7-8:30 p.m. Crafts, Puppets, Bible Stories, and Time Travel! Join us in the Time Machine and get back in time for Jesus! Saturday August 4 lugi Baptist Church, Hwy 163 in West Jefferson, N.C. 2 p.m.: Block Party Kickoff for Helton United Methodist Charge Vacation Bible School. Hay ride and visits Saturday, Au /, August 4, 2007 will mark the seventh year that descendants of "Yankee John" Church will descend We are the #1 Window Company in the Nation! We Have 175 Stores in 46 States! upon Jefferson, North Carolina to visit family and friends. The hundreds of participants attending the reunion over the past few years have met family members they didn't know they had and made new friends in an area of the country known for it's beauty and hospitality. Family membersfrom California to Florida and from Washington state to Chesapeake, Virginia will again exchange genealogi­ cal information about Church ancestors. All Church descen­ dants are welcome. Old "Yankee" had a lot of children and his kids had a bunch as well. Many of us will gather nightly starting Wednesday August 1st, 07 by the campfire at Dave Church's camper in Greenfield Campground all are welcome, bring a chair. Thursday night chili dinner... Friday golf Friday dinner at Shatley Springs are some of the other activities...call for more info. 7 p.m.: LAST VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL OF THE SUMMER! PeakCreekChurch of the Brethren. August 1 through August 4, 7-8:30 p.m. Crafts, Puppets, Bible Stories, and Time Travel! Join us in the Time Machine and get back in time for Jesus! Sunday August 5 Calvary Free Will Baptist Church Youth Sunday: Aug. 5. We have a very special guest speaker lined up to preach. His name is Jacob Berry, and he is from Oklahoma. His story is one that truly brings glory to God. 10 a.m.: Healing Springs Baptist Church announces that their Annual Decoration. Regular Worship Service will be at 11:00. Rev. Jack Pugh pastor invites you to attend. 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Peak Creek Church of the Brethren's Vacation Bible School Awards and T-Shirts. 11 a.m.: Decoration day service at Mt. Zion United Methodist Church in Piney Creek. Covered Dish dinner after service. 1 p.m.: Decoration will be held at Calloway Cemetery With a Covered Dish Lunch. Donations may be sent to Calloway Cemetery, PO Box 1426, Jefferson, NC 28640 2 p.m.: There will be a Decoration Service at the Lewis Cemetery (Buffalo Community). Rev. Charles Lewis will be the speaker. Donations for the upkeep of the cemetery may be sent to Lewis Cemetery, c/o Jerry Kemp, 724 Kemp-Lewis Circle, West Jefferson, NC 28694. 2 p.m.: Decoration at the Poe Cemetery on Ashe Park Road. Rev. Glenn Woodie will be the speaker. Pauline Hart and Kathy May will be the guest singers. Everyone is welcome to attend. 4 p.m.: Reunion Watson Family at the Community Center (NAMI) Western Regional Director for the Family-toFamily Education Program, will be the featured speaker at the August 6th meeting of High Country NAMI to be held at the lower level of Watauga Human Services Building, 132 Poplar Grove Connector, Boone. Family-to-Family is a free 12 week class for the relatives and friends of peo­ ple diagnosed with a severe mental illness. Trained family members teach the course that provides current facts about such illnesses as schizophre­ nia, bi-polar disorder, border­ line personality disorder and others. In addition to education and skills training, the course also stresses the importance of self-care, emotional sup­ port, and empowerment. The class is free, but registration is required. If you are interested in participating in the Family to Family Class scheduled this fall, please call Francine at 828-263-5654 in Watauga/ Avery Counties, Karen at 336982-2100 in Ashe/Alleghany Counties, or Charlotte at 336973-3382 in Wilkes County. the original Spencers, J.B. and Barbara, performing a special concert. The pastor and con­ gregation invites everyone to attend 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Weaver Family Reunion at Weaver Cemetery on Teaberry between Warrensville and Lansing. All descendants of Rev. Hiram Weaver are invited to attend. Lunch will be at 12:30 p.m. Please bring a cov­ ered dish to share. 2 p.m.: Decoration at Weaver Cemetery on Teaberry Rd. Devotional by Rev. Ken Howell. Everyone is welcome. 6 p.m.: Bristol Baptist Church: Still Blessed will be singing for us. 7 p.m.: Rev. Denton Hart will be the guest speaker at Temple Baptist Church. The pastor, Rev. Glenn Woodie, and the congregation invite Saturday August 11 4 - 9 p . m . : B e a v e r C r e e k Class of '62 Class Reunion at Mountain Aire Seafood in Glendale Springs. For more information call 877-1046 or 246-9988 Sunday August 12 Calvary Free Will Baptist Church is having Homecoming on Aug. 12 with continued on pg OA HEGAL CINEMAS DIG * WGnAl'SOijND BARGAIN SHOWS IN i i ASS / Discount Ticket Restrictions Apply *P 828-262 MOO REGAL 7 210 New Mamei St Center Adv 800-FANOANGO 2641 77* on Stle THE BOURNE ULTIMATUM (PO-1 J)# THE SIMPSONS MOVIE (PG-13) WO FftJSsi (930 1200230)500 730 10001230 Son (9301200230)500 730 1000 NO RESERVATIONS (PG) OKI Sun (1230) 350 720 1010 HAIRSPRAY (PG) oto Sun. (100) 400 650 955 I NOW PRONOUNCE YOU CHUCK LARRY (PG-13) no * t Sun (1220) 420 735 950 HARRY POTTER & THE ORDER OF THE PHOENIX (PG-13) Dto Son. (1250) 430 700 1020 TRANSFORMERS (PG-13) DtG Sun (1240) 410 710 1015 RATATOUILLE (G) OKI Sun (1210240)440 715 945 Times For 7/27 - 7/29 62007 m REGiwutsec Auditions being held for Wilkes Playmakers production of "Moonshine and Thunder The Junior Johnson Story." Auditions will be held at The Forest Edge Amphitheatre in Ft. Hamby Park on Hwy. 421 North, South Recreation Road in Wilkesboro, NC on August 6th and 7th, at 7:00pm. The show is written and directed by Karen Reynolds and will be produced in partnership with Wilkes Heritage Museum and Wilkes Community College Drama Department. For more information call: 336-838-7529 or email Wilkes Playmakers at playmaker@pcshome.net. All roles are open and everyone will read from the script. Parts available for all ages. Buffalo 1 Monday August 6 1 4-5:30 p.m.: Lt. Gov. Beverly Perdue will visit Ashe County Public Library. The public is invited to meet her. 7 p.m.: Family Education Teacher to speak at National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) August 6th Meeting. Leslie Huntley, the National Alliance on Mental Illness CUSTOMER APPRECIATION JULY 31 BASIC FINANCE According to "Qualified Remodler Magazine" Forget About Window Problems... Forever! Quality Windows Experience the benefits of the ComfortWorld Windows. Now is the perfect time to update your home's exterior with ComfortWorld Siding. AWDI Certified Installers Licensed & Insured / bMB \ For a FREE iadaut inc. "Simply the Bast for Lets" www.windowworldinc.com Estimate, Call Toll Free 1-800-260-7908 or 336-246-9393 GUARANTEED LOWEST PRICE Jerry Beach, Alissa Marsh, Mott Pruitt Fast • Courteous • Confidential Service 409D South Main Street • West Jefferson, NC 336-246-3900 �PAGE 8A FRIDAY, JULY 27, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Ashe County Garden Club meets August 13 at 6 p.m continued from pg 7A everyone to attend. There will be a special singing. Monday August 13 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Garden Club meets the sec­ ond Monday of each month at 6:00. The August meet­ ing on August 13 will be at a local home and there will be a tour of the gardens. A cov­ ered dish dinner will be served. Members are asked to bring a favorite dish. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. Saturday August 18 RiverView Lion Club Invites everyone to their 9th annual Festival by the River. A day of family fun, Pig Pickin', Crafts and Entertainment, Music all day. New River Rubber Ducky Race (begins at 2 p.m.) $1000 to the first place winner, 5 additional $100 prizes. Winning ducks to be drawn, you don not have to be present to win! Located at Riverview Community Center, 11719 NC Hwy 88 W. Near Rich Hill Rd. in Creston. Sunday August 19 Decoration at the Johnson Family Cemetery. You are invited to come by any­ time that day to show your respect. The Cemetery is located at the Hartsog Farm on Hv<7 88 West in Creston. Everyone is Welcome! Donations for the upkeep and to help fund the latest expan­ sion of the cemetery can be made to: Mrs. Mildred Graybeal Bx 2550 Big Laurel Rd. Creston, NC 28615 Ongoing Events prescribed packages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program or know someone who does: contact 246-2013. Disabled will have and 3rd Month at American Veterans BINGO on the 1st Thursday of the Family Central on the Ashe Central High School Rd. In Jefferson at 7 p.m.. There will be food available at the Morning Star Cafe'. For more information call 336-9823743. Riverview Lions Club needs arts and craft vendors for the annual festival by the River and Rubber Ducky Race on Saturday, Aug. 18. This is a fund raiser for local and dis­ tant Lions charities. For more information, call Barry Hass at 977-8847. Alcoholics Anonymous Group meets on Mondays and Thursdays at Jefferson United Methodist Church at 7:30 p.m. - Closed Discussion and Saturday at noon - Closed "Big Book Study" - All meetings are non-smoking. The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold July services at Holy Trinity in Glendale Springs. Holy Communion is celebrated at 8:30 and 10. Coffee hour imme­ diately followed the 10 service. For further information, call the church office at 982-3076. for Sustainable Choices Living discussion course offered at the West Jefferson Coffee House Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Come learn with others how easy it is to live more sustainably. One person really can make a difference! For information call Gerry at the New River Earth Institute 336-877-1860 or visit www. NewRiverEarthlnstitute.org. Wilkes Community College - Ashe Campus Cont. Ed. Dept. is offering the following classes: • Nurse Aide I : MondayThursday, beginning July 9 thru Care Clinic is open 5 days a October 1, from 9:00 am until week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for 1:30 pm at the Ashe Campus. preventive health care and for Tuition is $66.30. A math and treatment of acute and certain reading pre-test as well as prechronic Illnesses. registration are required. Call Charges are based on a sliding for information about the pre­ fee scale by assessing income test and pre-registration. and number in family. For • Motor Vehicle Dealer License information about our services Renewal: On Friday, July 20, or to enroll in a clinic or from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm receive medical treatment, all at the Ashe Campus. Tuition persons need to call 246-9449. is $50. Appointments are needed for The Ashe County Summer all clinics except General Clinic. Junior Tennis League will Immunizations are given every operate every Tuesday and day, Monday - Friday without Thursday, through July 19 appointments. Primary Care: Monday - Friday from 10 a.m. - noon at the Breast and Cervical Cancer Ashe County High School ten­ nis courts. This league is open Screening Clinic: Monday to both boys and girls, 3rd Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday grade up, and the one-time Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday registration fee is $10. Come Pediatric Nurse Screening & by any Tuesday and Thursday and register. For more infor­ Dental Clinic: Days Vary WIC (Supplemental Food mation call Vickie Herman at Program for Women Infants 877-5656. and Children): If you are a Coping with Breast Cancer pregnant, breast-feeding or Treatment Learn to prevent postpartum woman, infant, lymphedema, fatigue, pain and or child less than five years soreness which can occur with of age, and meet certain treatment for breast cancer. eligibility guidelines, you may Led by physical and occupa­ qualify to participate in the tional therapists who will share WIC Program. WIC is a special exercises, precautions, mas­ supplemental food program sage to help heal the body. that provides individually Funded by a grant from the Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Inc. Class starts Monday, June 11th Meets the 2nd Monday of each month. Doors open at 5pm for informal sharing and oppor­ tunities to explore books and tapes in the Resource Room. Group lasts from 5:30-6:30. Location: Cancer Resource Center at the Seby B. Jones Cancer Center For more infor­ mation call the Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center at (828) 262-4332. Art for the Health of Expressive Arts Therapy It: For breast cancer survivors. Through music, visual arts, movement, poetry and sto­ rytelling, we feel emotional release, inspiration, a sense of community and a remember­ ing of the beauty of life even in the midst of our darkest hours. We somehow know that all is not lost, and are rejoined to hope. Each class will explore a new expressive arts oppor­ tunity. You do not need to 'be an artist' to participate. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Inc. Program. Meets the 4th Monday of each month. Doors open at 5pm for infor­ mal sharing and opportunities to explore books and tapes in the Resource Room. Group lasts from 5:30-6:30. Location: Cancer Resource Center at the Seby B. Jones Cancer Center. For more information call the Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center at (828) 262-4332. The Pink Ribbon Program Staying Strong Beyond Breast Cancer This program of pilates-based exercises is designed to strengthen and create flexibility, balance and physical empowerment for anyone with breast cancer, whether newly diagnosed, in treatment, or a survivor of sev­ eral years. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Inc. Meets twice weekly for six weeks starting Monday, June 11 at the Wellness Center. Class is offered Mondays, 12-1 and Wednesdays, 6-7. Pre-registration is required as class size is limited. Call Kathie Billing to pre-register and for more information, (828) 262 0098. Breast Cancer Support Program Whether you have just been diagnosed with breast cancer, or are in treatment or recovery, or a survivor of sev­ eral years, this free support program offers opportunities to share issues specific to breast cancer in a supportive and understanding group. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Inc. Meets twice a month on 1st and 3rd Mondays. Doors open at 5pm for informal sharing and opportunities to explore books and tapes in the Resource Room. Group lasts from 5:30-6:30. Led by Carolyn Carr, LCSW Location: Cancer Resource Center at the Seby B. Jones Cancer Center For more information about any of these programs, call the Seby B, Jones Regional Cancer Center at (828) 262-4332. Watauga Wellness Cancer Program. A fitness program for patients actively receiving cancer treatment or those who have gone through treat­ ment in the past year, as well as spouses/caregivers. Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:00 -1:00 pm at the Wellness Center. Call Beth Ann Syers at (828) 266-1060 for more information. Advanced tickets are now on sale for the Ola Belle Reed Homecoming Festival on August 17, 18 and 19. During the month of May get your 3-day pass for $15. Tickets outlets include the Ashe Arts Center in West Jefferson, Lansing Foods, Larry's Satellites and Bert's Baskets in downtown Lansing as well as the web site. This year's festival will feature Tim O'Brien, Jeff Little, White Top Mountain Band and more. The Ola Belle Reed Homecoming Festival is a fund raiser for the Greater Lansing Area Development Committee. For more information, visit the web site at www.olabellefest.com. AL-ANON (for family and friends of addicted persons): Meets on Wednesdays at the First Baptist Church in West Jefferson at noon. For details, call 384-1940. The Board of Elections meets the second Tuesday in each month at the Court House in Jefferson. These meetings are open to the public. New River Earth Institute NREI is a nonprofit educational foundation seeking to motivate individuals to examine person­ al actions, habits and values as they relate to environmen­ tal issues. It seeks to help individuals transform their lives by accepting responsibility for the earth and acting upon a commitment to it. The insti­ tute offers seven discussion courses for the community. For information please call Vicki at 336-246-2166. Online www. NewRiverEarthlnstitute.org Wilkes Community College - Ashe Center is offering: Home Inspection Exam Review On Monday, April 2 thru June 11, from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm at the Ashe Center. Tuition is $55 Until September: Get a free Smoke Detector for your home! It involves having either our fire marshal or a participat­ ing local fire department mem­ ber go out to your home, fill out a short survey about any exist­ ing smoke alarms and provide some fire safety education while completing the installation. This is made possible through the Ashe County Emergency Management Office. Call Community Outreach with your name, address and phone number and it will be passed on to the Office of Emergency Management and you will be contacted. Call 846-0781. IBLP Seminar (Institute in Basic Life Principles) The Bible truly does have the solu­ tions to all the problems and situations the human race ev er had or ever will encounter. For those who are interested in searching deep enough we are offering to host a "Basic Life Seminar" in our home. This will require a commitment of one night a week for two to three hours a session for eight weeks. There will be no cost. Refreshments will be available. Work books are provided. If you are interested or would like more information, you may call: Dale or Arma at: 336-385-6129 or 336-877-7835 Our elementary need your help! schools Mountain View Elementary School is currently in need of monetary donations to help them buy books for children in conjunc­ tion with a visiting author pro­ gram about the county's roots. The book: Addie Clawson, Rural Mail Carrier is set in Ashe County and profiles the first female route carrier for the Postal Service in the county. Call the school at 336-982-4200 for information on how you can help. The monthly meeting of the Watauga Chapter of NC Council for the Blind is held each second Friday at 10 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church on East King Street. Refreshments are served and the public and volunteers are invited! Weather cancellation: if the public schools are closed the meeting will not be held. For more information, call: 297- 5346 Your Ingles Advantage Card, Food Lion Card or Carolina West Wireless Account can help Westwood Elementary at no cost to you! Just link your. account to our school today! Just visit the front office at Ingles, go to www.foodlion. com or write a brief not on your next Carolina West Wireless bill, and they do the rest. It only takes a few moments. For these or any other fundraisers that may be going on at Westood School, please call Linda Yakel at 846-1166 for more information. The Country Roads Mobile Pharmacy will no longer be running. However, the Hunger and Health Coalition Free Pharmacy will continue to serve Ashe County clients. Prescriptions can be called in or faxed in, Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The phone number is 828-262-1628, the fax number is 828-262-0154. Prescriptions may be picked up at the Boone Hunger and Health Coalition only on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 141 Health Center Drive in Boone in the old health department building off the Bamboo Road. Small Group Opportunity for Newly Married and Engaged Couples. FaithBridge United Methodist Church is offering a new Small Group for Newly Married and Engaged Couples, to enrich budding marriage relationships. This small group will provide fellowship opportunities with other couples just starting out, as well as offer teaching from a video-based curriculum by two Christian counselors who are experts on marriage, Les and Leslie Parrott. The small group will be facilitated by Rev. Marianne Romanat, pastor of FaithBridge.This group will meet in the home of Kyle and Elise Sigmon in Boone, for Directions call: 828-295-8333 on Wednesday nights from 6:30-8:00pm, beginning March 7th and ending May 9th. Desserts and coffee will be provided by the church, and child care will be available upon request. For more information about this small group opportunity, contact FaithBridge United Methodist Church at 828-2958333 or visiting the church's website: www.faithbridgeumc. org . FaithBridge worships on Sundays at 11 am at the Blowing Rock School Auditorium on Sunset Drive. Dress is casual and child care is provided for all worship services. The Ashe County Democratic Party Headquarters will be open the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month from 10 a.m. until noon. Gary Barber, County Commissioner, will be there to hear from the public any issues they wish to discuss. Edward Elliott, Dipl.Ac., L.Ac., is now accepting patients at the Crossroads Counseling Services clinic, located in Jefferson, NC. Edward is a board certified licensed acupuncturist, trained in the Classical method of Chinese medicine. He is well versed in treating a wide range of issues including;fibromyalgia, tendinomuscular issues, arthritis, migraine headaches, male and female reproductive issues, gastrointestinal and digestive issues, back pain, lethargy and general malaise, addiction, most emotional disorders, as well as many conditions not listed here. Edward is a native of the High Country, and a graduate from the Jung Tao School of Classical Chinese Medicine. Now accepting new patients on Fridays in the Jefferson office from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.. Please call 336-8467492 mailbox #7, or 828-4061985 for an appointment and directions. Prenatal Education for Latino Families at Ashe County Health Dept. Classes are held from 10a.m. -12 p.m., and meet monthly through December. For More information, call Isabel Spencer at 246-9449 Look Good...Feel Better at AMH Mt. Hearts. For women undergoing cancer treatment. Free information, a make­ up kit, and skin care will be provided. To find out more, call 846-0781. The Ashe County Worship Center will be temporarily meeting at the Ashe County Arts Center on School Street in West Jefferson on Sundays at 11 a.m. For more information you may call the Ashe County Worship Center at: (336) 8461189 Lost Provinces Shape Note Singers will meet the first and third Monday of every month at Ashe County Arts Center in West Jefferson beginning at 7 p.m. Instructor is Sharon Kellam. Everyone is invited to participate. For information call 385-1299. Enjoy OI'Time and Bluegrass music at the Nella Community Center every Friday evening, at 7 p.m. with local musicians and bands. No admission charge. Donations will be appreciated and will be used for improvements to the Nella Community Center. Ishe Ciiilf Humane $®ciity Tftes® amiroate are a*atoMe ffw a« WfiWifMwr IM M a> f<wnwl •n tbr f »rr i U.wnxt •ktlr i graxl frW-nJ. M»lf NiisU \nxind 3 \nrs old This Boxer-mix was found near 88 west and Edd Little Road, vicinity of Meals on Smokey is an Aussie/Blue Heeler Wheels & Old Clifton Gro- mix. Aprox. 8 weeks cery. He has been neutered old with a great and is very sociable. disposition. Long haired 4 week old kittens who lost their mother, are being bottlefed by a Good Samari­ tan. An adorable and entertaining lot. Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located directly in front of the Armoiy on Old Hwy 16. also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehuman Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West Jefferson. NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@skybcst.com Iruulr l*ilt •nxiod 3 RHvntks old. lfMlr VW tnximl S months old. Afcie (*ml ^irini w m 1 vw o i old. \SHE ANIMAL CONTROL 982-4060 �FRIDAY, JULY 27, 2007 Husky Football practice begins July 30 at ACHS JV and Varsity volleyball tryouts will begin August 6 starting at 3 p.m. All other ACHS sports practices will begin on August 6 Sports K-roail iih: Mgrujrbrul^iJHToriiiiiil'uNi.coiii This week in Husky sports Cheerleaders raise money for local family, host youth camp by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor With unfriendly weather for sporting events over the past week, the majority of Ashe County athletics have been postponed until the weather clears up. However, Rachel Shepherd and the Husky Varsity Cheerleaders have continued with their activities this week at Westwood Elementary. This past week, they hosted the Third Annual Cheer X-Treme Spirit Camp. The camp was held in two sessions, one session for kindergartners through fourth graders held in the morning, and then a session for fifth through eighth grad­ ers held in the evening. The attendance for the camps showed the strong interest in cheerleading that the youth of Ashe County retain. In the morning class, the camp boasted a strong 21 partici­ pants, and nearly matched that with 19 campers in the evening session The Husky cheerleaders used the camp as a fundrais­ er for their upcoming compe­ tition season. In the middle of November, the Husky Compe­ tition Cheerleaders will trav­ el to North Carolina State in Raleigh for the NCHSAA Championship. Last year, the Huskies finished second in the state, and finished second in the nation the previous year. The camp worked with the campers on basic form, cheerleading fundamentals, stunts, and also dance routines. ACHS Varsity Cheerlead­ ing Coach, Rachel Shepherd stated: "The main goal of the camp was to get children in­ terested in cheerleading and to teach them the basics of cheerleading, which is cheer­ ing, dancing, jumps, and stunt technique." At the conclu­ sion of the camp on Wednes­ day, Coach Shepherd added: "I am thrilled with how the girls improved in just three days. It is good to see young girls interested in cheerlead­ ing and then coming out and working as hard as these girls did." Coach Shepherd also expressed her thanks to John Gregory, the principal at Westwood Elementary for the use of the gymnasium and facilities and also to Keg Fer­ guson and his staff at K&K Stitch and Screening for their help and support this past week. The campers were thrilled with an announcement at the end of the camp on Wednes- Post photo courtesy of ACHS Cheerleading The ACHS Cheerleaders held a carwash at the AutoZone to raise money for Travis Brooks'family. Brooks was a rising senior at ACHS and passed away recently from a car accident. day made by Coach Shep­ herd. Coach Shepherd will allow the participants of the camp to cheer with the Var­ sity Cheerleaders during a portion of the varsity football game against West Caldwell held on Friday, August 24 at Ashe County High School if Ashe runner featured on TV they wear their camp t-shirt to the game. Prior to the camp, the cheerleaders turned their focus to a charitable cause. On June 21, Travis Brooks, a rising senior at Ashe County High School, and a key mem­ ber of the Huskies' wrestling team passed away due to a car accident. The cheerlead­ ers at ACHS united with lo­ cal businesses and numerous volunteers to hold a benefit car wash for the Brooks fami­ ly. Coach Shepherd was hum­ ble and proud to say: "The carwash was more successful than I could have ever imag­ ined. Chris Reed at AutoZone was a tremendous help with allowing us to hold the carwash in the parking lot. Larry Greer at Ashe County Builder's Supply was very generous and a major contrib­ utor in the event with a large donation and also Dominoes was a major supporter. Prior to the carwash, the girls on the squad said they wanted to do something to help Travis's family and to show that he will be missed and thanks to the citizens of Ashe, the. carwash was a major success." Post photo by Michael Graybeal The morning session featured girls that are in grades kindergarden through fourth grade. There was 21 participants in the younger age group this week. Post photo by Joey Anderson lowed along the J is an action and adventure S orts series, and ' Post photQ by Michae| will air on Saturday, July 28 at 3:00 p.m. ,sjt T?me on NBC. For more information, please visit worldofAdventureSports. Graybeal The afternoon session of the Cheer X-Treme Spirit Camp had a slight smaller group of 19 sdnosky (,e« in back, is seen here with Anne —girls.The afternoon session was .or rising fifth through eighth graders. Slammin' Sam wins at WRP Asheville, NC during a interview in front of the Jeep won ET action was brutal > Saturday night, as »ks winner Brett Buof Morganton took his n of the season to de;er Robertson of Blowk in his rear engine r. Buchanan won with n of .007 seconds. Et winner was Donnie id of Hickory defeatig Kalem Hicks of Lemnie Winstead made winners circle for the ;ime in a row. Jr. Dragster division :al 10-year old Sam ,f 1 of Jefferson defeat yers ofWinterville, ^ MM# WF^ vision it was Chris Myers. Paul Moran of Pittsburgh, PA won the Slant Six Shoot­ out (sponsored by Empire Chrysler) and Dale Rose ot Georgetown, TN was runnerUP Danny O Days Superwinch Wheelstander set a personal best pass of 7.44 seconds at 133 MPH on two wheels. Drag Racing action contin­ ued Thursday evening with test and tune and continues tonight with test and tune again with the gates opening at 6 p.m. On Saturday Drag continues with the Racing — Empire bnryisi rip to the winners ^ ^ opening at 4 p.m_ Post photo courtesy of Kevin Thorne/Teammedial - ...UL. - t I°CP,aErI l8h was Steve Clark in P /ry00jn 1 -< ioHor«nn earned .. I..I.. 11 �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, JULY 27, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Husky fall season athletic schedules Football August 17 August 23 August 24 August 30 August 31 September 13 SEPTEMBER 14 SEPTEMBER 20 September 21 September 27 SEPTEMBER 28 OCTOBER 4 October 5 October 11 OCTOBER 12 OCTOBER 18 October 19 October 25 OCTOBER 26 NOVEMBER 1 November 2 Var JV Var JV Var JV VAR JV Var JV VAR JV Var JV VAR JV Var JV VAR JV Var West Wilkes WATAUGA WEST CALDWELL GRAYSON COUNTY Grayson County Watauga WATAUGA (PARENTS' NIGHT) REAGAN Reagan North Surry NORTH SURRY (HOMECOMING) NORTH WILKES North Wilkes Forbush FORBUSH STARMOUNT Starmount Wilkes Central WILKES CENTRAL SURRY CENTRAL Surry Central Phil Howell: Principal Marc Payne: Athletic Director Laura Foster: Asst Athl. Director Keith Phillips: Asst Athl. Director Bill Strong: Head Football Keith Phillips: Asst Football Tom Roberts: Asst Football Ronnie Pruitt: Asst Football Mike Tasso: Asst Football Coaches Volleyball August 16 August 20 August 22 August 23 August 28 August 30 September 5 September 6 September 10 September 11 September 13 September 18 September 20 September 24 September 25 October 2 October 4 October 9 October 11 ELKIN (Scrimmage) WEST WILKES ALLEGHANY Avery North Surry FORBUSH Alleghany WILKES CENTRAL East Wilkes SURRY CENTRAL Starmount North Wilkes NORTH SURRY EAST WILKES Forbush Wilkes Central Surry Central STARMOUNT NORTH WILKES Men's Soccer August 18 August 20 August 22 August 28 August 29 September 6 September 10 September 12 September 17 September 19 September 24 September 27 October 1 October 3 October 8 October 10 October 15 October 17 October 22 Blue Ridge Jamboree @ Henry River WEST WILKES Watauga ALEXANDER West Wilkes Avery WILKES CENTRAL SURRY CENTRAL Starmount North Wilkes NORTH SURRY FORBUSH East Wilkes Wilkes Central Surry Central STARMOUNT NORTH WILKES North Surry Forbush Mark Baldwin: Asst Football Richard Gill: Head Soccer Wesley Rousseau: Asst Soccer Vickie Herman: Women's Tennis Laura Foster: Head Volleyball 4:30 PM 4:30 PM 4:30 PM 5:00 PM 4:30 PM 4:30 PM 5:00 PM 4:30 PM 5:00 PM 4:30 PM 4:30 PM 4:30PM 4:30 PM 5:00 PM 4:30 PM 4:30 PM 4:30 PM 4:30 PM 4:30 PM August 14 August 16 August 20 August 21 August 23 August 27 August 28 August 30 September 6 September 11 September 13 September 17 September 18 September 20 September 24 September 25 October 2 October 4 EAST WILKES ELKIN SALISBURY Starmount NORTH WILKES Watauga North Surry FORBUSH WILKES CENTRAL Surry Central STARMOUNT WATAUGA North Wilkes NORTH SURRY W. WILKES Forbush Wilkes Central SURRY CENTRAL TBA 6:00 5:00/6:30 5:15/7:00 6:00 5:00/6:30 5:15/7:00 6:00 5:15/7:00 6:00 6:00 5:15/7:00 6:00 5:15/7:00 6:00 5:15/7:00 6:00 6:00 5:15/7:00 HICKORY Home AWAY HOME AWAY AWAY HOME HOME AWAY AWAY HOME HOME AWAY AWAY AWAY HOME HOME AWAY AWAY Rachel Shepherd: Var Cheerleading Anita Ferguson: JV Cheerleading Adam Elliott: Trainer Scott Turnmyre: Band Director WANT TO BUY Women's Tennis • BOLD TYPE denotes home game at Ashe County High School • JV Football games played only on Thursdays, Varsity only on Fridays (Unless rescheduled) • Home soccer games are played on ACHS Soccer Field • Conference make-up games are weighted over non-conference games • These schedules may change without notice • Husky colors: Purple, silver, and white with black accent Away 7:30 p.m. HOME 7:00 p.m. HOME 7:30 p.m. HOME 7:00 p.m. Away 7:30 p.m. Away 7:00 p.m. HOME 7:30 p.m. HOME 7:00 p.m. Away 7:30 p.m. Away 7:00 p.m. HOME 7:30 p.m. HOME 7:00 p.m. Away 7:30 p.m. Away 7:00 p.m. HOME 7:30 p.m. HOME 7:00 p.m. Away 7:30 p.m. Away 7:00 p.m. HOME 7:30 p.m. HOME 7:00 p.m. Away 7:30 p.m. LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND 4:30 PM 4:30 PM 4:00 PM 4:30 PM 4:30 PM 4:00 PM 4:30 PM 4:30 PM 4:30 PM 4:30 PM 4:30 PM 4:00 PM 4:30 PM 4:30 PM 4:30 PM 4:30 PM 4:30 PM 4:30 PM MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 Breathe... Don't Burn! •1 Smoke from outdoor burning pollutes the air and Is unhealthy to breathe. y^u am Jrwited So- IT'S ILLEGAL TO BURN: • Garbage, paper and cardboard •Tires and other rubber products •Building materials, including lumber •Wire, plastics and synthetic materials •Asphalt shingles and heavy oils •Paints, household and agricultural chemicals •Buildings and other structures •Anything when air quality forecast is Code Orange or Red For air quality forecasts, call 1 (888) 784-6224 or visit www.ncair.org. Leaves, branches and other yard trimmings can be burned, if no public pickup is available and you follow DAQ guidelines. Open burning to clear vegetation from land or rights-of-way may be allowed, provided, provided that: •Prevailing winds are away from built up areas and roads • Fires are at least 1,000 feet away from occupied buildings •Burning is done on the site of origin, between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. Ce£e&aitiaa Sunday, at MIDWAY BAPTIST CHURCH Mount Jefferson Road, West Jefferson CLb oux way of, tayiny Shank 1fou fox duppoxtiny oux xecent land and CUdociatum Office, pxaject. Sleaae come Sunday, July 29th, 11:00 CLM and help ua celeBxate what Qod doiny in Q^he County! Bum permits issued by the N.C. Division of Forest Resources or other agents do not excuse a person from following air quality rules. For more information, contact: 1 (877) OPEN BURN www.ncair.org 1 (877) 673-6287 Winston-Salem Regional Office Division of Air Quality 585 Waughtown Street Winston-Salem, NC 27107 (336)771-5000 Huskies! "X >->• v -v -x. . a I NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Lands of Joseph Graham Reaves, Jr. and Diane Catherine Reaves {This ad paid tor by a violator of tot open burning law.) n JIM REEVES - VANNOY T REEVES, PLLC, ATTORNEYS 202 EAST MAM SI WET, Po DRAWER 67, WEST JMMON, NORTH CAROUKA 286W (136)246.7172 • FAX (3M)2«-J96« - jlmevinnoyimlrMVM.com STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF ASHE POKER RXJN IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 07-SP-M Enjoy a day in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains tr. tJ* « * Saturday, July 28th, 2007 IN THE MATTER OF THE SALE OF LANDS OF JOSEPH GRAHAM REAVES, JR. and wife, DIANE CATHERINE REAVES, Under Foreclosure by Jimmy D Reeves, Trustee * Registration begins 10:00am Leave Fairgrounds 11:00am Ride ends at Fairgrounds for free cookout at 3:00pm $20 REGISTER FEE PER RIDER For more information call 336-372-7488 or 336-372-4593 Sponsored by the New River Shrine Club ><£! Directions to Property: Take (New) Highway 16 North toward Virginia; turn right on John Halsey Road; than turn right on Old Highway 16. then turn left on Weaver's Ford Road, crossing the river at Weaver s Ford Road; take a left on Edna Perry Road; and then a right on Lumina Road Residence is located at 309 Lumina Road. Crumpler, NC 28617. Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained In that certain deed of trust executed by Joseph Graham Reaves, Jr and wife, Diane Catherine Reaves, dated 12 October 2005 and recorded in the Ashe County Public Registry in Book 336, at pages 871882. default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness thereby secured, and said deed of trust being by the terms thereof subject to foreclosure, the undersigned will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, at the Courthouse door in Jefferson. North Carolina, at 2:00 o'clock p.m. on the 3rd day of August. 2007. the lands conveyed m said deed of trust, the same lying and being In Chestnut Hill Township, AsheCounty, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: ALLEGHANY COUNTY FAIR GROUNDS Includes Cash Prize for Best & Worst Hand Door Prize - 50/50 Unwind NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE floor; together with a detached 2-car garage with a garage apartment containing approximately 1,000 square feet and together with a separate building called a "bunkhouse". (Residence has a seasonable view of the New River). r .j BEING all of Lot Nos. 9 and 10 of Christmas Tree Mountain Subdivision as shown on a plat of the same appears of record In the Ashe County Public Registry In Plat Book 3, at page 120 (Envelope 197B), to which recorded plat raference la hereby made for a metes and bounds description of said lots. And being the same lots described In and conveyed by those certain deeds which appear of record in the Ashe County Public Registry In Book 166, at page 118 and Book 242, at page 2134. At the time of sale. Itie highest bidder shall immediately make a cash deposit In the amount of five (5%) per cent of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty ($750) Dollars, whichever is greater This the 20th day of July. 2007, There Is also located on the above-described property a two-story residence with approximately 1,200 square feet of heated floor space on each Jimmy D Reeves, Trustee �JEFFERSON POST It's Bac Across Clues: 2. Synonym for math 4. Students have what in the cafeteria? 5. High school students put books in these 9. Schoolwork that is done at home. 10. A person that instructs students. 12. A school's leader. Down Clues: When you attend a small college, you are usually there to obtain a two-year degree. This two- year degree may be an Associate's Degree, such as a teaching assistant degree. If you choose to attend a 4-year college, you will study for an additional two to three years to receive a Bachelor's or Master's degree, such as a Master's of Elementary Education to become an elementary school teacher. Students at colleges learn a little bit of information about many things, such as math, science, language, and history, but they also learn a lot about a specific area they are interested in. For example, if you wanted to become a history teacher, you would go to college for four years and take a lot of classes about history and how to teach it. It's important to get ready to go back to school every year. One thing you may need to do is get your school supplies together. You may need a book bag, lunch box, notebooks, pens and/or pencils, crayons, pencil sharpener, ruler, and maybe even a calculator. Another good thing to do to prepare for the first day of school is to learn your teacher's name before you start class. If you are attending a new school, it may help to ask a parent or adult to take you to the school so that you can learn your way to your home room. This can make the first day of school easier for you. Remember to check with the school in advance to make sure it is okay with them. Whatever you do to prepare for the first day of school, make sure you remember that even though school is a Four years of college earns you what type of degree? 3. A higher level of school. 6. This is the first level of school. 7. Students read from these. . A senior attends which school? 11. A break from class to play outside. 13. Subject which studies different places. 14. You need these before you start school. 15. Where people go to learn. Hiddin Words: Book Bag University Word Search Find the words hidden in the puzzle below. Books College T M V X C Q B X I Y D B S T A R U R U D Elementary M T L H R H F N C D P E G C A Z P G H H U V D J H X K I U D D A U D E P Z T K X Freshman G H F U E J L Q J I B R X E N O T S R F Gym Class X C C D O P B O O K S S V H T C U O F G High School A G X F 0 P X T O J N H T O E B A O K K Junior W R A D S C C O M H A M R N L Z X M Q D Lunch Box D Z J Y I K B N B A C V Y O E W G U R F Math B E T Y H M L Q K H T S O J M D G A L Z Middle N M L S T N P T E A C H E R E I U G Y L Pencils M D E M B N R S L I C N E P N U D T G B Principal M H R J R 0 N E S I G U A T N I D S C Recess H T G F U E N N H G Y M C L A S S P L L School I N N O I N C G T E W K Y M R E S J V E School Bus X U Q D L E I E R M D C H E Y T K S Q G Science E R O W I O H P O S O P S V L Z G O L B H Match &- Word Scramble 2. PAGE 3B School Time Every August and September in the United States, millions of kids return to their school studies. This time is commonly called "Back to School." There are many different types of school programs beginning at this time, such as elementary school, middle school, high school, and college. People of all ages attend school to learn many different things. Elementary school is for children ages 5 to 10; middle school is for ages 11 to 13; and high school is for ages 14 to 18. At the end of high school, you graduate from your grade school studies, and it is at this time that you can decide whether or not you want to attend college. College is for any age group that has completed high school. Colleges are schools where you can further your studies. lot of work it's also a lot of tunii FRIDAY, JULY 27, 2007 Unscramble the six words below. Then use those words to correctly label the six pictures which 9 show students doing various school activities. * 1. REOHKWMO 2. HLEUITCMN 3. YOGAHEPRG 4. TTEMYSRROI 5. SCMLUSCASI S O J Students Y T E S O G Teacher Z O O Sophomore 6. 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NC Chevrolet 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy.net Loan Office • home • business • auto • personal • construction West Jefferson. NC • 336.846.1044 Ashe County Builders Supply "Complete Line of Building Supplies" 127 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson 336-246-3367 �PAGE 4B JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JULY 27, 2007 Outdoor Rugs ... Complete Outdoor Living Spaces With Style and Ease (MS) - Our indoor living spaces have never felt complete without the warmth, adorned the interior spaces of caravans to castles, casbahs to colonials. Adaptations old indoor/outdoor concept has been revolutionized with the introduction of synthetic yarns such as DuraCord®, with outdoor durability or performance yarn and the hand or feel of cotton­ like softness," states I^urie Rudd, creative director for DuraCord® Outdoor Rugs. "This durability is coupled with custom designs to accommodate lounging even on outdoor floor surfaces," continues Rudd. Sprawling on the floor has always been the most comfy "seat" inside the house. Now this option is available for outdoor rooms. From sunrooms to decks to patios, rugs are being designed to provide comfort and beauty of design while boasting weather resistance and fade resistance. Outdoor surfaces, previously cold or hard now can be dressed to complete an inviting alfresco entertainment area. VARIETY. Outdoor rugs are a popular offering today for catalog retailers or specialty patio shops. Some designs are popping up in mass retailers alike. A vast array of styles for outdoor decorating has been designed to complement and coordinate with the longlasting outdoor fabrics used in everything from furniture cushions to hammocks. The same color trends used today in interiors including palettes of neutral taupe to brights woven into intricate tapestry designs can be found in these durable floor coverings. "There seems to be no limit to what can be possible design-wise," states JR Pelletier, manager of internet retailer, OutdoorRugOnly. com. These outdoor rugs also come in a variety of sizes from as small as 4' x 6' to as large as 8 x 10'. Round styles are available for complementing an outdoor dining set. CONSTRUCTION AND CLEANING. Just as in any home products, differences in constructions for outdoor products can provide varied benefits and ultimately varied pricing. Outdoor nig designs are available in handhooked or machine-made constructions. "Craftsmen work on a pre-imprinted canvas to hand-hook the synthetic yarns into the premier designs for the rugs. These result in an added softness also," states Rudd. Due to the crafted construction, these rugs normally are found at a higher price than those constructed by machine. Machine construction produces a tight weave for greater detailing. "With either construction, the use of durable, performance yarns is key to the long outdoor life for the rug," states Bill Rosso, president Nags Head Hammocks, an outdoor rug retailer. "With these yarns, cleaning is also easy." A mild detergent and thorough rinsing with a garden hose will remove most soil. Due to the color-fastness of the yarns, stains can be treated with a solution of part water and part bleach. COMPLETING THE SCENE. Built to weather the elements, outdoor rugs truly complete any outdoor setting achieving a finished or pulled together outdoor look that with the proper selection will last for years to come. For more information contact www.thehammocksource.com; www.nagshead hammocks, com; or www.outdoorrugsonly. com. www.ALRE-BlueRidge.com PBIIJ Outdoor living becomes even cozier with the addition of rugs built for the elements as well as style. have been made through the centuries to the basic rug and its uses, but one area has always been overlooked or treated with little design sense - the outdoor spaces. Previously, the thought of indoor/outdoo» rugs brought to mind visions of astro-turf or matted golf carpet to be applied to outdoor surfaces; but hopefully never to come in contact with anything but the bottoms of ones' shoes. "The softness and color provided by rugs. With the trend toward decorating outdoor living spaces, it only makes sense that the same should apply. Twentyfirst century technology has introduced to rugs constructions and designs that make them not only beautiful but also weather resistant and built for outdoor use. INNOVATION. For over 4,000 years rugs have been in existence and have — u mar mm - Main Street Discount •Toilc Curtains •Jabot Sets • Pillows • Bath & Bedroom Accessories • Rocking Chair Cushions • Hand Made Quilts St Sharps lo match •Tablecloths • Large Variety of Curtains •Towels • Bedding Now, how do you let people know?? The Jefferson Post Business Services page may he just what you are looking for! A single space ad costs only $50 per month and is in 12 issues of the Jefferson Post every month! A double space costs only $100 for the entire month!! Call Geraldine today at 336-846-7164 and Get the word out about Charming, Multi-Usa Property Village on the New - Riverfront Lot This 3BR/2BA home is set on nearly one acre with pretty mountain & pastoral views, stone fireplace, covered front porch, open deck, updates, & new landscaping. Detached garage could be used as a workshop or studio. The 690 SqFt bam is a sliee sue. of Americana and ifs a very unique feature that serves as additional storage. Fantastic riverfront lot jn gated Village on the New subdivision, Jefferson NC. This lot is son 1.78 acres an_ is septic agp id _ approved tor a three bedroom home. "injoy beautiful river an utiful and . mountain views- The subdivision offers __jdivision underground utilities and paved roads. If you're in the market to sell your Home or Land, then you owe it to yourself to contact usl PH: (336) 982-2558 www.ALRE-BlueRidge.com YOUR BUSINESS! 1836 HWY. 221 NORTH lm JEFFERSON, NC 28640 »* • Bedspreads •Comforters Heritage Realty Ashe, Inc. d/b/a "Put Your Trust In Number One" Ortluifc 9375 NC Hwy 194 N„ Lansing. NC 336-384-3945 11 Beaver Creek School Road West Jefferson, NC 28694 OPEN MON. - SAT. 8: Business 336-246-2664 ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS Igut HERE ON FRIDAYS! Columns x 3 Inches ILY INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED Real Estate for Your World 592 South Main St. • Jefferson, NC 28640 336-246-7455 • Toll Free -1-800-789-1312 FAX 336-246-4532 / • SL $20.69* Call or come by and see raldine about this GREAT DEAL! a 336.846.7164 Minimum One Month Commitment real estate or related businesses Buy Your Home Today with 100% Financing & Absolutely No PMI Mt. Jefferson Mortgage OLDE TOWN COURT TOWNHOMES. 2BR/2.5BA units with hardwood floors, ceramic tile, 2 sided gas FP, covered porches, garages, all appliances. $215,000-219,500 #152284/4560/62/63 PRIVATE CABIN on 1.3 wooded acres. Stone FP, 3 baths, full basement, wood floors. Stocked trout stream. SI89,900 #151848 NEW LOG CABIN. Stone FP, maple cabinets & flooring, master bedroom with bath on main level. 2nd bedroom is loft with bath. Large covered decks on front & back. $219,000 #153158 Ut ty«« JJy |< 5BR/4BA HISTORIC FARMHOUSE built in 1860, but recently updated and remodeled. Near golf and the New River. Great access, views & location. $269,000 #153321 i - T -W • (336) 982-6020 guarantee. Reliable income and good credit are required. If you are in ihe process of buying a home or just thinking about purchasing a home and want additional information contact Mt. Jefferson Mortgage at 982-6020. 155195. BRICK HOME WITH MOUN­ TAIN VIEWS - West Jefferson Area - 2 BR/2.5BA brick home with beautiful mountain views. This home offers a fireplace, 2 car garage, one level living, outbuilding, deck, stream and much more. Country setting but just minutes to town. 5193,500. 155213. SUPER LOCATION CLOSE TO TOWN AND NEW RIVER. Well-maintained 2 BR, 2 BA home suitable for year-round or seasonal living. Large living and kitchen area with stone fireplace, vaulted ceiling in living area, large covered porch with mountain views, bedroom suite in lower level, mature landscaping with beautiful rhododendron and other plants, extra halflot included tor added space. $219,900. 3JS» 12li Roby Poe Road • Did you know that you don't need money for a down payment on a home loan? • Did you know that since you don't have to pay Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) your monthly house payment can be reduced significantly or you may be able to afford a larger home? » Many people don't realize there is a loan available for a qualified homebuyer with an average (or above average) income who wants to purchase a residence and obtain 100% financing. 1 There arc no restrictions on the size of the home. Any limitations placed on the price of your home depends on the same repayment ratios used by most conventional loans. 100% of the appraised value of a home can be borrowed. Even closing costs can be borrowed if the value of the house is enough. This is not a government subsidized loan. It's simply a 100% hank-financed conventional loan with a government guarantee. ML Jefferson Mortgage is capable of of obtaining a Rural Development Government Guarantee that makes a 100%, no PMI loan available to average households. Closing costs arc the same as a loan without a government * and © Century 21 Real Estate Corporation Equal Housing Opportunity 151595. FARMHOUSE IN GRAYSON C0..VA Charming 4BR. 1BA farm­ house near Virginia Creeper trail. Sit on the front porch as you listen to the noisy creek and the crickets chirping.Horses are permitted. Would make an excellent rental or getaway home. House also has another heating source - monitor. $149,995. ON THE RIVER! 3BR/2BA brick ranch with wood floors, brick FP, large 20 x 20 family room. Fantas­ tic place to fish & canoe the New River. $192,000 #1548,32 END OF ROAD PRIVACY! 3BR/2BA doublewide in a nice mobile home sub­ division on two fots totaling 2.5 acres. Large coverd porch and 12 x 16 stor­ age building. $117,500 #155260 lookingfor LAND? WE HAVE TRACTS IN ALL SIZES! rmgffi • VI LANSING - Walk to post office, stores, restaurant, etc from this 4 BR. 1 BA brick & vinyl home. Offers fireplace, outbldg, roof/windows replaced in 2001 & new water heater in 2005. MOTIVATED BEAUTIFUL RIVERFRONT LOT on the North Fork of the New River SELLERII $79,900. close to town. Cleared, level I + acres. Perked. $99,000 #153789 Land Listings: 1.3 ACRE LEVEL LOT close to town and shopping. Pretty mountain "WE OFFER BUYER REPRESENTATION" FRHDA BARKER RALPH RIIVES JAOS RIELLY MARK BOWER Ptc.CY HOEFL RICHARD EDMONDSON FRANCIS GOODHARI MICK PHILLIPS STEPHANIE DARNELL SHERMAN LEE GIENN TAYLOR DAYNA PRICE CALL 246-7455 FOR A COMPLETE LISTING OF LAND & HOME OFFERINGS. CALL TOLL-FREE -1-800-789-1312 CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE: www.UCDogwoodRealty.com acre horse complex. Main house w/3 BR, 2 BA & 3-car garage. Guest house w/2 BR, 1 BA & screened porch. Masonry stable w/office & large workshop. Indoor workout area w/wash facility. Adj. barn, stream throughout property. Extremely convenient location just outside WJ city limits. May be purchased as entire farm or as 2 separate properties • see MLS #152177 & 152815 $595,000. LLL f 2 ACRES WITH STREAM. Beautiful subdivision with great access only minutes from W. Jefferson. Common area with picnic shelter & rock grill. $49,500 #155357 views. Ready for your mountain home. Modulars okay. $39,900 #153193 152814.TRULY A MUST SEE! - Apx. 6 153876.TONS OF ROOM!! Bring your tamrfy and fnends with this 5 bedroom 3 bath home your options are endless Perfect mountain retreat or full time residence. Huge double wide located dose to town on beautiful flat lot lor easy yard maintenance. Vaster has garden tub and walk in closets. Home has a family room and living room. Close to town. $127,000. 155206. 17 ACRES WITH VIEWS - Three excellent tracts (can be divided once each). Beautiful views from top. Large pond - owner estimates cost at $20,000. Not stocked now, but could be. $219,000. 151682. LOT 741 IN ASHE LAKE SUBDIVISION I - Nice wooded lot in Ashe Lake Subdivision. Great location, easy ac­ cess, convenient to Boone, Wilkes and the Jeffersons. $3,500. THIS IS ONLY A SMALL PORTION OF THE PROPERTIES WE OFFER FOR SALE. FOR COMPLETE LISTS, CALL OR COME BY OUR OFFICE IN WEST JEFFERSON. TO SEE MORE OF OUR LISTINGS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT www.c21 hcritagercalty.com �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, JULY 27, 2007 PAGE 5B Tough Interior Cleaning Jobs Tackled By Cynthia Inman, a.k.a. ASK CINDY (MS) - Are you looking to rearrange the interior of your lovely home? You may wonder why the "Cleaning Diva" is concerned about this. Well, quite simply - everything in your home - new or old, intricately fancy or not - must be kept clean. Let's take a look at some areas that require special cleaning techniques or approaches. Ceilings Often, 1 find that recessed lighting is the odds-on favorite when home remodeling is done. I also find that most homeowners don't realize that special cleaning is needed in order to keep those nice lights beaming and thus producing the clearest illumination. You will need a lamb's wool duster. The wool uniquely grabs and attracts dust and lint as it moves across surfaces. Of course, often times the ceiling height is such that the lights can't be reached without an extension pole. You can find these extension poles in your local hardware or other big box home supply stores. Specialty catalog suppliers are another very good place to locate extension poles with lengths up to 50 feet. Make sure the duster attachment is lamb's wool. When dusting, of the recessed light to get at whatever is there. This approach can also be useful across crown moldings and even in the ceiling corners and edges. Items such as ceilings, recessed lighting and intricate chandeliers require special cleaning. take your time so as to be able to reach into the recess when it is necessary to go after the cobwebs in the sky lights. Hanging Light Fixtures There are those of us who can't resist exotic hanging light fixtures with very odd shapes. I've recently seen some that would probably be considered out of this world. Of course, the fact that we all have different tastes is what makes life very interesting. However, we should keep in mind that when we install these lighting fixtures in our homes, we must keep it clean otherwise it loses the appeal that first captured our attention. Don't fret, if you need to use an 8- foot ladder tQ get the job done, then so be it. Just make sure you have everything you need when you climb up. Often times, just a few droplets (literally 6 small drops) of mild dish liquid soap mixed into a bucket of warm water, using a clean white terry cloth towel, will satisfy the need. Submerge your towel into the soap-andwater solution. Squeeze most of your water out of your towel, and wipe the fixture to eliminate dirt build-up. Safety first - make sure your ladder is secure before climbing. Chandeliers are quite unique and are most often very delicate. Prior to cleaning an older or antique chandelier it is wise to have the fixture and its wiring checked by a licensed electrician. Wire erosion and general wear and tear are not always visible to the naked eye. You will find that there are a number of different chandelier cleaners on the market. I've also found that using a few droplets of mild dish liquid soap in warm water as a preliminary process, removes all grease, smoke and dust residue. The gentle wiping of each crystal and crystal saucer plate will give you an "ah-ha" moment. I then use a chandelier cleaner as a rinse and shine agent. This will illuminate the brilliancy of each crystal. This completed process will put a smile on your face! I've covered only a few areas. However, stay tuned as I'll dive into other cleaning strategics in future columns. For other tips and information, please visit www.askcindyhow.com to read archived cleaning columns. Get Your Home Ready To Sell With These Helpful And Moneysaving Tips (MS) - When it comes to selling a home, curb appeal plays a big role. In real estate, it's typical to ignore the old adage "Don't judge a book by its cover" and keep driving if you see a home for sale that doesn't instantly catch your eye. As important as curb appeal cart be, it's no more or less important than what's on the inside of a home. After all, if what's on the inside doesn't match or exceed what's on the outside, chances of a sale are slim. For those about to put their house on the market, consider the following tips for ensuring your home's interior is as appealing as its exterior. • Store some furniture or bulky items: This is often referred to as "staging," wherein a homeowner removes furniture or other items in an effort to make a home appear a nearby storage facility. As an added benefit, with some of the bulkier items now gone, it will be easier to clean the interior before each open house. Consider repainting: Stronger colors might have appealed to you or your family over the years, but they might be too strong for prospective buyers. Though most buyers will simply repaint anyway, they might be more inclined to consider your house if the stronger-colored walls are repainted with neutral colors, such as beige or white. Also, paint over walls where paint has become sutined or deteriorated. Not doing so will give the impression that the house was not well taken care time and have years of clutter of, a big red flag for buyers. Remove keepsakes or to account for. Store items with commonplace, particularly among sellers who have lived in a house for a long period of more spacious to prospective buyers. It's perfectly legal and knickknacks: Much like removing large furniture can make a family room or den seem larger, removing keepsakes and knickknacks from the foyer or kitchen can make those rooms appear more spacious as well. Since you'll be moving out anyway, this isn't a bad way to get a head start on packing. • Clean out the garage: Garages were once primarily used to park cars. Nowadays, however, more and more people simply park their cars in the driveway and use their garages for storage. But a cluttered garage won't help sell a house. An empty or clean garage, however, will appear very spacious and stick in a buyer's mind. Fix leaky faucets and showerheads: Leaky faucets and showerheads have a way of becoming unnoticeable background noise if you live in a home long enough. This makes them easy to ignore. However, to prospective buyers, such leaks and noises will be noticeable immediately. Fix all leaks before showing your house. • Replace old doorknobs and cabinet handles: Some things about a home tend to remain fixed in a buyer's mind more than others. Old cabinet handles or doorknobs that stick might be nostalgic to a seller, but might mean something entirely different (namely, neglect) to a buyer. Do a run-through of all the little things and fix them up before showing your house. you've JtwUed to the "VILLAGES OF ASHE" ASSISTED LIVING & INDEPENDENT LIVING OPEN HOUSE Saturday and Sunday, July 28th & 29th • 1:00 - 5:00 P.M. Register for a Door Prizef Directions: Villages of Ashe is located off Mt. Jefferson Rd. (just past Wal-Mart) on Oakwood Rd. (behind Lowe's Hardware). For more info: Independent Living: 336-246-7455 (Dogwood Realty) Assisted Living: 336-846-1008 or www.villagesofashe.com United. ountry Dogwood Realty �FRIDAY, JULY 27, 2007 PAGE 6B JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Office Hours Monday • Friday 8 am - 5 pm CLASSIFIED DEADLINES Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case of on our part, credit be given for the first incorrect run onfy. The Jeffeison Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser for typographical which do not the value of the ad. Charges Rates depend on size of ad and number of runs. Please call Classified Dept. for information. Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC OQCO>( (We accept personal check. Visa or Master Card) Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336)846-7165 e-mail: jeitorsonpost.coni Web: www.)effer$onpost.com 30-Special Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANKYOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER'S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes It illegal to advertise any preferences Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap.' hnancial status or national origin Includes children un­ der the age of 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate which Is in violation of the law. Our readers are here by Informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing Impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it In the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 100-General Services STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem, NC Phone: 336-768-1177 Res.:336-468-8802 Bill Shugart WANTED: To Sell Ybur Old Appliances fmp/oy 77* leffrwn Poti ClwifieJ, 846-7164 140-Help Wanted 140-Help Wanted Accounting Tech I (160-01-0002) FT with New River Behavioral HealthCare. Work base Watauga. Duties: com­ plete processing of computireized payrool. Familiarity with quarter­ ly/annual payroll tax re­ porting. Prefer individu­ al with accounting background, possess­ ing strong computer and organization skills. May also include proc­ essing of AP. Minimum require­ ments: Graduation from highschool or equivalent and 2 years accounting experience or Associates degree in Business or Accounting field. Salary Grade 59 / Hiring range $24,744 $28,224. Submit state application and school transcript to: Watauga Employment Security Commission 207 Winklers Creek Rd, Boone NC 28607. Criminal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE. SUPERVISOR NEEDED J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifiedsl PERSONNEL ASSIS­ TANT IV (160-040703) Open until filled. FT with New River Be­ havioral Healthcare's Human Resources, work base Watauga. Duties: Insurance pan­ el application, provider numbers, national pro­ vider numbers includ­ ing monitoring & main­ tenance, extensive work with insurance companies including current requirements for panel enrollment & all documentation and other HR duties as as­ signed. Some travel will be required be­ tween the 7 counties served. Prefer person with advanced comput­ er skills for insurance web sites and experi­ ence with Word, Excel & Access. Minimum requirements: High school diploma and 2 yrs assistant/secretarial experience, preferably one year experience In a personnel / insurance office or equivalent ed­ ucation and experi­ ence. Must be skilled in computer technology, communications, and data entry. Typical hiring-range $24,744-$28, 224. Submit state ap­ plication to: Watauga Employment Security Commission, 207 Winker's Creek Road, Boone, NC 28607. Open until filled. Crimi­ nal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. EOE/AAE. Electronic manufacture located in Boone, N.C. is seeking production operators. Excellent benefits, work schedule - 1st shift 7:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m., 2nd shift 3:30 p.m.-12:00 a.m. Applications available at Employment Securi­ ty Commission, 828265-5385. EEOE. SALESPERSON WANTED: Experienced Manufactured/Modular salesperson home needed to assist cus­ tomers with their home buying process. Earn up to $1,000 per week, plus commission, plus great benefit package. Background check and drug test required. Fax resume to (336)9734478. Supervisor with experi­ ence in: 1. Quality Control 2. Shipping. Receiving 3. Manage at least 5 employees 4. Very organized 5. Self motivated 6. Good Communica­ tion Skills and follow up 7. Must have a mini­ mum of 1 year expe­ rience 330-Pets Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information DOG FOUND: Brown with White Markings. Male Golden Retriever Mix on Wen­ dy Hill Rd. in Fleet­ wood. 336-977-6263 Found in Nettle Knob area on Saturday, July 14: Male Siberian Huskey Manufacturing environ­ to claim call 877-1707 ment. If intrested appli­ cations accepted Mon­ Jack Russell puppies day thru Thursday. for sale, DOB 6/16/07. reg.. parents on site. 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. $300, taking deposits. US Chemical Storage Melissa 336-846-6698 LOST DOG 1806 River Street, Chocolate Lab Hwy 268 West Male. 6 Months old Wllkesboro, NC 28697 Wearing red collar Phone: 336-838-2095 w/cable attached. Fax: 336-838-0045 235-Christmas Trees Christmas Tree Farm for Sale Nathans Creek Hwy 221N Turn on JE Gentry Rd 1st trees on right 977-2799/846-7029 Fraser Fir Christmas Trees available in all sizes. Call for Pricing 336-877-7176 250-Furniture Table & 4 Chairs - Oak - For sale. Call 384-1062 260-Garage/Yard Sales YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time $9.50 2 times -— $15.00 Copy and payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tuesday Edition Friday by 9 am Friday Edition Wednesday by 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. 290-Horses & Livestock PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE" ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 300Miscellaneous BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. Lost on Bald Mtn. Rd in BeaverCreek. REWARD $500 for safe return call: Danny Spenser 846-2191 or 877-7757 PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. 310-Musical Grands - Consoles new & rebuilt - We lease, buy, move, tune, refinish & rebuild pianos Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, INC. Want to join our health care team? Full-time C.N^VUnit Secretary Day-shift position in our Nursing Department. Competitive Salary Shift Differential Every other weekend off Benefits include vacation, health, dental, life, and cancer insurance, retirement plan, medicine at a reduced cost. To apply: apply in person at Human Resources of Ashe Memorial Hospital or mail your resume to Attn: Human Resources, Ashe Memorial Hospital, Inc., 200 Hospital Ave, Jefferson, NC 28640, on-line at www. ashemcmorial.org or email to hr@ashememorial.org. For Sale: 3 Bdrm, 1 Bath house located in West Jefferson. No pets allowed. $600.00 Security plus 1st Deposit month's rent and references required. Call 336-246-4817. House for Rent in Helton Area. For more info call: 384-1062 440-Offices, Bldgs., For Rent/Lease or Sale FOR LEASE 3,600 square feet of offices in Jefferson Station with outside entrance. 12 offices, waiting room, 2 baths, break area, stor­ age spaces, recently renovated paved park­ ing. For more informa­ tion call Carol Stone 919/741-0403 or Tom Banks 919/796-1740 NEED OFFICE SPACE WITHOUT EXTRA EX­ PENSES? Jefferson Station has 500 Sq. Ft. and 1000 Sq. Ft. office spaces with all utilities furnished except phone. For more infor­ mation call Carol Stone 919/741-0403 or Tom Banks 919/796-1740. 460-Mobile Homes for Rent Mobile Home for rent on New River. Hwy 163. Partially furnished: $140 per week. 490-Houses/ Apts. for Sale 2000 LT Chev. Blazer 4Door*4Wheel Drive*One Owner Garage Kept»Leather Seats*Perfect Shape inside and out $6,500.00 Call after 4:30 PM 336-982-3690 2000 Oldsmobile Intri­ gue, Good Condition. 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Applications and interview will be taken on Thursday, August 2, 2007 between the hours of 8:00 am - 4:00 pm at Dr. Pepper Distribution Center located on Hwy 163, West Jefferson. Anyone needing more information may call Nick Lawrence at 246-4591 or Chris Taylor at 977-3230 anytime between 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday - Friday. Dr. Pepper is an equal opportunity employer. •Guns • Household Items A more detailed list will be posted the day of the sale. This is the 12th day of July, 2007 RADIO HILL ECONOMY STORAGE PO Box 323 • West Jefferson, NC 28659 336-246-5841 *336-846-4562 �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7B FRIDAY, JULY 27, 2007 COMMUNITY NEWS Scouts head to camp Boy Scout Troop 221 of Fleetwood, along with Ven­ ture Crew 221, recently at­ tended Boy Scout Camp Ra­ ven Knob near Low Gap in Surry County. The 11 Scouts and 4 Crew members earned a total of 39 merit badges, in­ cluding First Aid, Space Ex­ ploration, Swimming, Rock Climbing, Emergency Pre­ paredness and much more. Camp was held June 17-23. Raven Knob Scout Reser­ vation, established in 1954, is one of the largest Boy Scout camps in the United States. Troops attend for one week periods from all across the state and nation. Raven Knob offers instruction in 40+ mer­ it badges, as well as programs for new scouts and adventure programs for older scouts. Boy Scouts achieves the ob­ jectives of developing charac­ ter, citizenship, and personal fitness qualities among youth by focusing on a vigorous pro­ gram of outdoor activities. Boy Scout age requirements are to be a boy who has com­ pleted the fifth grade or is 11 years old, or has earned the Arrow of Light Award but is under 18 years old. Venturing is a program for young men and women ages 14 (who have completed npfMB the eighth grade) through 20. The program emphasizes team leadership, life skills development, outdoor and high-adventure activity, and other areas of interest to the crewmembers. Troop 221 invites all in­ terested boys and their par­ ents to come visit. Troop 221 meets Thursday nights, 7:308:30 p.m., at the Fleetwood Fire Department. Meetings will start again Aug. 16. For more information, contact Troop Master C.W. Sluder at 877-1236. Venture Crew 221 invites all interested boys and girls to come visit. Crew 221 also meets Thursday nights, 7:308:30 p.m., at the Fleetwood Fire Department. Meetings will start again on Aug. 16. For more information, contact Crew Leaders Chris & Chris­ tina Beck at 877-9266. Ii77avvm!ARE FNorthwest «• E Trn nap LAWN SE8VICES A H&J 1Lawn Services i K Lawn Care, Inc. GRADIW: CALHOUN CLEARING & GRADING • Foundations • Drainage/Erosion Control • Land Clearing Photo courtesy of Steven Clark Boy Scouts and Venture Crew members from Fleetwood recently attended camp in Surry County. From left are Sarah Greene, Charles Beck, Emily Ray, Cassey Sluder, Nathan Greene, Julia Beck, Samuel Clark, Cody Simcox, Zack Thompson, Houston Clark, Tanner Formwalt, Aaron Bunting. Not pictured are Will and Alex Church. • Road Construction • Water Gardens & Landscaping .Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and part time residents of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. \ Lot Maintenance I Thomas Reed - Owner 336-246-3434 IS Wade Vannov Dr. * West Jefferson. 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Drop by at 4 for food and wine, along with music and conversation. Dinner, usually a four-course set menu, follows about 6 p.m. Reservations are suggested; call 336-982-2109. Auditions set for new Junior Johnson play Auditions will be held on can Hero", "Thunder Road" Monday and Tuesday, Au­ —even "Days of Thunder"gust 6 and 7 for "Moonshine but this role more closely fol­ and Thunder—The Junior lows his life and calls him by Johnson Story". The audi­ his real name." There will be three Junior tions will begin at 7 p.m. out­ doors at Forest Edge Amphi­ Johnsons for the show. The theatre in Fort Hamby Park first one should be roughly located on Hwy 421 North eight or nine years old (or on South Recreation Road in an older boy that is small for his age) and then a four­ Wilkesboro. The show is historical fic­ teen to sixteen year old and tion and chronicles the early finally an adult Junior John­ life of Junior Johnson from son—anywhere from twenty running shine to his first big five to a young looking thirty win on a "super speedway" something. Other male roles at the Daytona 500 in 1960. include Charlie Felts, Sam There are parts for all ages Cabe, Gwyn and Enoch Staland the auditions will con­ ey, Charlie and Jack Combs, sist of cold readings from the Thurmond Brown, Robert Glen Johnson, L.P. Johnson, new script. "This is one of those rare Fred Johnson, Joe Carter, opportunities when someone Kyle Hayes, Judge Johnson gets to help create a role for J. Hayes, Fred Lovette, vari­ the first time", says Play­ ous ATF officers and Moon­ wright/Director Karen Reyn­ shiners. Women's roles are: olds. "There have been many gossips, Moonshiners wives roles based loosely on John­ and a few actual women son's life—"The Last Ameri­ moonshiners or accomplic­ es, a secretary, Lora Belle Johnson, and Linda Vaughn. There are also roles for school children and children in the crowd scenes and a few other adult roles available. "Moonshine and Thun­ der—The Junior Johnson Story" is a celebration of the people living in the foothills of North Carolina. It will be told with respect for the people who shaped this area and put Wilkes County on the map. Outdoor performance dates for "Moonshine and Thunder—The Junior John­ son Story" will be October 18, 19, 20, 21 and October 25, 26, 27 and 28 at 7:30 p.m. at Lakeside Amphitheatre (same location as auditions). Dress should be warm - the same as if attending a late season football game. For more information call 336-838-7529 or e-mail playmaker@pcshome.net. nity and the surrounding re­ gion. Tickets for Performing Arts Series Events range from $10 - $18.Season subscriptions are available, and offer priority seating and discounted ticket prices. Beginning August 21, subscriptions and individual tickets will be on sale at the Farthing Auditorium Box Of­ fice (828-262-4046, M-F, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.) and at www. pas.appstate.edu. • Cypress String Quartet: "Inspired by America" Tues­ day, February 26 • Montana Repertory The­ atre: "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" Thursday, April 10 • Philharmonic Wind Quar­ tet of New York Wednesday, April 16 Appalachian State Univer­ sity's Performing Arts Series is presented annually by the university's Office of Arts and Cultural Programs. The mis­ sion of the series is to support the teaching mission of Ap­ palachian State University by presenting a diverse array of music, dance, and theatre events designed to enrich the cultural landscape of the cam­ pus and surrounding region. By creating memorable perfor­ mance experiences and relat­ ed educational and outreach activities, the series promotes the power and excitement of the live performance experi­ ence; provides a "window on the world" through the artist­ ry of nationally and interna­ tionally renowned artists; and showcases some of the finest artists of Appalachian State University's campus commu­ Appalachian State Univer­ sity's Office of Arts and Cul­ tural Programs announces its 2007-08 Performing Arts Series. The season begins on October 20, 2007 and rims through April 16, 2008, with a total of 11 performances. Tick­ ets for all events will be on sale beginning August 21. 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Customers arc required to have mother deposit relatmaship to receive this CD rate. May not be used with IRA rollover. Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawals. Account insured up to $100,000. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 16 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-07-27 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/f4ae01950d5c3960787ee8c441c9c429.pdf f4327540351073c765558d7d35d0d063 PDF Text Text • Los Arcoiris battles for soccer title Tuesday page 8 July 31, 2007 • App football predicted to be #1 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpo8t.com page 8 • Mountaineer Fan Fest set for 8/18 Volume 82, Issue 61 page 9 SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Wind farm application dismissed by Jim Thompson Editor The nine-month-long de­ bate over a large wind farm in Creston ended Thursday, as the N.C. Utilities Commission dismissed Northwest Wind Developers' application. The decision came two weeks before a hearing was to take place to address a key is­ sue in the project: whether it was in violation of Mountain Ridge Protection Act, other­ wise known as the Ridge Law. Now that question will re­ main unresolved for the fore­ seeable future. The melt-down of the proj­ ect began in mid-July, when Northwest missed its dead­ line to submit a revised appli­ cation or additional support­ ing testimony in the case. On Feb. 13, the commission had revised the schedule on the application to allow North­ west an additional 120 days for those purposes. At that time, Northwest said the de­ lay would "allow the more complete development of the evidential record from which the Commission can make a more informed decision." On July 9, with the dead­ line for additional information passed, Friends of Ashe Coun­ ty filed a motion before the Utilities Commission, asking them to dismiss Northwest's application. Four days later, the Public Staff of the Utili­ ties Commission, essentially agreed. Both groups noted the failure of Northwest to rem­ edy a variety of deficiencies in its application. With this motion and state­ ment in hand, the Utilities Commission issued a show cause order to Northwest on July 13, which gave North­ west until July 25 to demon­ strate to the commission why the application should not be dismissed. On July 18, Dr. Richard Cal­ houn, an owner of Northwest, filed a letter with the commis­ sion asking for a "conditional certificate" for the project. This, he wrote, would allow him to get needed funding to pay for studies and other pre­ liminary work that would be needed for the application. Two days later, Friends of Ashe County filed a response to that letter, arguing "the un­ disputed record in the docket See Wind, page 5 Survivors lead the way Photo courtesy of Amy Dollar Relay for Life was another big success this year with hundreds of cancer survivors and supporters gathering at Ashe County High School July 20-21 to raise awareness and money for cancer research. Games and food and raffles and music were all part of the event highlighted by the Survivor's Lap of the relay and the luminary service at dusk. This year's event was dedicated to three special ladies; llene Stump, Ozella Duncan and Pearl Brown, for over 10 years of volunteer service with Relay for Life. A celebration event is being planned for Aug. 27. County to salute military Aug. 19-25 by Vicky Moody Special to the Post The week of Aug. 19-25 the Jeffersons Rotary Club Foun­ dation will host the second annual Ashe County Armed Forces Tribute (2007). Rotarians are gearing up for a week of events honoring all Veterans and active Troops with ties to Ashe County, es­ pecially World War II and Ko­ rea Veterans, as well as the 1450th and 1451" National Guard units. Mark your cal­ endar now! Following a very success­ ful tribute in 2006, organizers are now seeking information from the Veterans and Troops for special recognition on Aug. 25. A luncheon catered by By­ ron Jordan and his crew at Smoky Mountain Barbeque will begin at 11 a.m. at the Jefferson National Guard for Veterans and active Troop only due to space limitations. Family Central Sports Com­ plex will open at 10 a.m. with a lunch of hamburgers and hot dogs provided for the spouses, families and supporters. At 1 p.m., the Veterans and Troops from the armory will join ev­ eryone at Family Central to kick off a full afternoon of ac­ tivities including live satellite communications with Troops around the world, speakers, music and military demon­ strations. All Veterans and Troops are encouraged to complete a registration form even if they cannot attend the events. A temporary Wall of Honor display will be built at Fam­ ily Central, with materials sponsored by Parker Tie, to showcase all the forms com­ plete with photographs, and the individuals will be listed on the website and included in a special newspaper the week of Aug. 20. Businesses, clubs, churches and individu­ als are encouraged to sponsor a Veteran or a deployed active Troop. Name tags on Aug. 25 will list sponsor name and the person they are sponsor­ ing. The form does not have to have a sponsor listed in order to be submitted. Rotary will attempt to locate sponsors for all Veterans and Troops who are without one. Any contri­ butions received that are not designated as sponsors for a particular aspect of the event or for a specific Veteran or Troop will be assigned names as they are received. Instruc­ tions are on the back of each registration form, with a gold star designating those veter­ ans who are deceased. A spe­ cial gift for Veterans and ac­ tive Troops that is sponsored by The Jeffersons Rotary Club and Colleen Brudzinski of Blue Horse Promotions, Inc. will be presented to all those with military history. In a show of appreciation, everything will be free for the Veterans and active Troops as well as their spouses and families, with all supporters encouraged to make a dona­ tion to help defray expenses. Corporate, business and in­ dividual sponsorships in the form of in-kind and financial contributions will be recog­ nized in all media and in all publications during of the event. Areas of sponsorship available include meals, teeshirts, satellite communica­ tions, webcast, art exhibition prizes, programs and numer­ ous other opportunities. All Contact Us monies contributed to The Jeffersons Rotary Founda­ tion, Inc designated Armed Forces Tribute will be used directly to cover the expenses • associated with tfie event. Forms are available for Veterans - active, reserves and retired - to fill out or for sponsors to fill out regarding their service. A sponsor can pay a sponsorship fee to help support the Veterans organi­ zations, but there is no cost to any Veteran. These forms simply provide information for the Veteran to be included in the recognition and have no requirement attached. Forms need to be submitted by Aug. 15 in order for the names to be included in a special news­ paper section about the trib­ ute. Remember: • All Veterans and Troops are encouraged to complete and submit this form • You are not joining any­ thing by filling out this form • Veterans and troops do NOT have to have a sponsor to submit the completed form • Sponsors are encouraged to send in completed forms for veterans and troops they know, or • Sponsors can choose to make a contribution and will be assigned to sponsor any veteran or troop who has sub­ mitted a form without a spon­ sor • Forms submitted without a sponsor will be assigned a sponsor • Efforts will be made to locate sponsors for ALL vet­ erans and troops who submit forms • Deceased veterans will have a gold star on the form A $25 sponsorship fee of­ fers a sponsor the following: the sponsor's name listed at the bottom of the Service Member info sheet that will be posted on the Wall of Honor at Family Central, in­ cluded in a special newspaper Disaster loans available By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com clas8ified@jeffersonpo8t.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com On June 15, Secretary Johanns declared a di­ saster in the entire state of Tennessee based on damages and losses caused by record low tempera­ tures and a deep freeze that occurred April 4-11. In accordance with Section 321(a) of the Con­ solidated Farm and Rural Development Act, con­ tiguous counties in adjacent states where eligible family farmers may qualify for FSA emergency (EM) loan assistance include Ashe and Watauga counties. Effective June 15, farmers in Ashe County may apply for EM loans for physical and production section the week of Aug. 1925,2007, and on the sponsor's name tag and the Service Member's name tag the day of the event. Examples: • Sponsor knows three vet­ erans from work, church, or as friends and asks those three to complete the form, then sends the three forms in with a check for $75. Sponsor has a neighbor who is deployed and completes the form with the information on the neighbor and sends it in with a check for $25. • Sponsor does not know individual veterans or troops but wants to participate. Sponsor sends in check for $100 without completed Ser­ vice Member forms. Four Service Member information sheets that have been turned in without a sponsor are then assigned to that sponsor. Veterans forms are available at www.ashecountyarmedforces.org or from the American Legion, Disabled American Veter­ ans, Veterans of Foreign War or by calling Vicky Moody at 336-977-1427. They are also scheduled to be printed in the Friday, Aug. 3 edition of the Jefferson Post. Special guest speakers at the event will be Lieutenant General Thomas F. Metz and Brigadier General Richard T. Tryon. Metz assumed duties as the Deputy Commanding General and Chief of Staff, U.S. Army Training and Doc­ trine Command, on May 24, 2006, after serving as the Commander, III US Corps. He was commissioned through the United States Military Academy in 1971. He has a Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engi­ neering from North Carolina State University and he holds a professional engineer's license from the Common­ wealth of Virginia. Metz started his career with the 1st Battalion, 509th Airborne Infantry in Ger­ many and Italy where he served as a Scout Platoon See Salute, page 5 Television donated Thanks to the cooperation of Wal-Mart, Shatley Springs Uptown, Blue Ridge Electric and Skyline Telephone, a new TV has been donated to the Mountain Hearts Center for Prevention and Wellness at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Seen above is Martin Woodruff of Shatley Springs Uptown along with the Director, Susan Mooneyhan, and the staff of Mountain Hearts. losses. Feb. 15, 2008 is the deadline for filing an application. The local office is located at 134 Gov­ ernment Circle, Suite 101, Jefferson, NC 28640 and has office hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Vickie Young with the USDA Farm Service Agency in Jefferson said that any farmer who suf­ fered a production or physical loss should contact her office for additional information. Call 2468875, ext. 2. Documentary on oil to be shown There will be a free documentary screening of Peak Oil—Imposed by Nature at 1 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 4, at Ashe County Public Library. This free community event is sponsored by the New River Earth Institute. For more information, call Gerry at 336-877-4088. Todd man drowns in Boone An Ashe County man drowned in a creek in Boone Friday morning. The body of Steven Grubb, 58, of Todd, was found in a creek near Leola Street in the city. An autopsy showed the cause of death was drowning. Authorities report no evidence of foul play in the incident. �PAGE 2 TUESPAY/ JULY 31, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Joilene Marie Greer Lansing August 9, 1930 July 22, 2007 Mrs. Joilene Marie Greer Bennett, age 76, of Lansing, died Sunday morning, July 22, 2007 at her residence. A memorial service was held op Wednesday, July 25, 2007 at 11:00 am at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Larry Shepherd of­ ficiating^ The family received friends from 10 to 11 a.m. on Wednes­ day, one hour prior to the me­ morial service. Mrs. Bennett was born in Ashe County on Saturday,Au­ gust 9, 1930 to the late Sher­ man Greer and the late Ola Greer. She was a Hairdresser. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Blane Cecil Bennett, Sr. G.D. Brinegar Lansing May 21,1934 July 18, 2007 Mr. G. D. Brinegar, known as Pete, age 73 of Lansing, NC died Wednesday, July 18, 2007 at his home. Mr. Brin­ egar was born May 21, 1934 Doris S. Krages Vero Beach, Florida September 16, 1919 July 24, 2007 Doris S. Krages, 87, died on July 24, 2007. She was born on September 16, 1919 in Philadelphia, PA. to Ester and Harold Sheaffer. Doris was employed by the Uni­ versity of Maryland and the Federal Government in both Washington, DC and Jack­ sonville, Fla.. Doris was a resident of Duval and Volusia Counties for 30 years before moving to Vero Beach in No­ vember 2006 Doris was predeceased by her beloved husband Henry "Hank" John Krages, her son Henry John Krages II and brothers Harold Newton She­ affer and Thomas Sheaffer. Survivors include her children Sonia (Bill) Shortt, Bowie, MD, Tosca (Wayland) Simms of Blackstone, VA, Presley Alexander Viers Laurel Springs September 13,1914 July 27, 2007 Mr. Presley Alexander Vi­ ers, age 89, of Laurel Springs, died Friday evening, July 27, 2007 at Margate Health & Rehab Center in Jefferson. Funeral services were held on Sunday, July 29, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Rich­ Albert Walter Miller Norfolk, Virginia Died July 26, 2007 Albert Walter Miller, 83, of the 1000 block of W. 48lh Street, passed away July 26, 2007 in Norfolk General Hospital. A native of Peak Creek in Ashe County, NC, was the son of the late Charlie and Mollie Miller. He retired from the Norfolk Naval Base Police Department after 26 years of service. He also retired from Old Dominion University as the Maintenance General Su­ perintendent after 10 years of service. He was an Army veteran of WWII, a member of the Lynnhaven Masonic Lodge #220, the Police As­ sociation of Virginia and the Country Boys Hunt Club and Fair Oaks Hunt Club. HO is survived by his She is survived by two sons, Blane C. Bennett, Jr., of Hillsborough, NC and Joseph Edward Bennett, of Virginia; two daughters, Joyce Ann Carder, of Manassas, Virginia and Rebecca Jane Bibb, of Winchester, VA; two broth­ ers, Sherman junior Greer, of Avondale, PA and Bruce Greer, of Lansing, NC; two sis­ ters, May Brown of Avondale, PA and Jean Brown, of Ris­ ing Sun, Maryland; fourteen grandchildren; several great­ grandchildren; several nieces and nephews also survive. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. in Ashe County to the late William and Cleo Stuart Brinegar. In addition to his parents he was also preced­ ed in death by two brothers: Vaughn and Billy Brinegar and a sister, Ruth Powers. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 21, 2007 at Badger Funeral Home Chapel by Rev. Doug­ las Hardin and Rev. Jeremy Herring. Burial followed in the Blackburn Cemetery in Lansing, NC. The family received friends from 7:00 9:00 PM Friday, July 20th at Badger Funeral Home. Mr. Brinegar is survived by: One son: Dale Brinegar of Charlotte; one daughter: Suzie Booth of Rock Hill, South Carolina; one brother: Carl Brinegar of Lake Lure, NC; two sisters: Norma Jones of Columbia, SC and Bob­ bie Miller of Lansing, NC. Six grandchildren and a number ofnieces and nephews. Steven "Randall" Grubb Todd October 2,1948 June 30, 2007 Mr.StevenuRandaU"Grubb, age 58, of Todd, died Friday, July 27, 2007 in Boone. A memorial service was held on Monday, July 30,2007 at 2 p.m. at Boone Family Fu­ neral Home Chapel with Rev. JD Walton officiating. PBS to air preview of new WWII film (Roanoke, VA)— See what television critics are buzzing about when Blue Ridge PBS broadcasts sneak peeks of "The War," the latest epic from acclaimed filmmaker Ken Burns that explores America's experience of the greatest cat­ aclysm in human history, the Second World War. The half-hour program will air three times in the coming month: August 23 at 9:30 p.m., <4^ August 26 at 1 0 : 3 0 Michael C. (Kelly Meyers) p.m. and Krages, Lansing, NC and August 29 at H. Newton (Debbie) Krages, 10:30 p.m. Fellsmere, FL, 7 grand chil­ This exclu­ dren, 17 great-grand children sive preview of and 1 great-great grand child, "The War" provides brother Robert (Polly) Sheaf­ excerpts from the se­ fer, Newark, DE and sister ries, insights from Ella Jayne (John) Hamilton, the on-screen Newark, DE, sister-in-law participants, be­ Jan Sheaffer, Virginia Beach, hind-the-scenes VA and many nieces and looks at the nephews. production, Memorial contributions and thoughts may be sent to your local Hos­ from copice or to the VNA Hospice produc­ House, 1110 35th Lane, Vero ers Ken Beach, Florida 32960. Burns A celebration of life will (creator of be held on August 25th, 2007 "The Civil War," "Jazz," and in Blackstone, VA. Arrange­ "Baseball") and Lynn Novick ments are under the direction on the critical importance of of Cox-Gifford-Seawinds Fu­ creating this series at this neral Home and Crematory, time. Vero Beach, Florida. Condo­ The complete series will lences may be sent through air on Blue Ridge PBS start­ www.seawindsfh.com/obit. ing September 23. Six years in php. the making, the seven-episode ard Peters officiating. Burial film relates the story of the followed in the Peak Creek war both in the United States and around the globe, focusing Cemetery. The family received friends on the lives and experiences from 1-2 p.m. on Sunday, one of Americans from four geo­ hour prior to the funeral ser­ graphically distributed com­ munities transformed by the vice. Mr. Viers was born in Ashe war: Waterbury, CT; Mobile, County on Tuesday, February AL; Sacramento, CA; and the 26, 1918 to the late Oscar Vi­ small farming town of Luers and the late Dora Woodie verne, MN. These often har­ Viers. He worked as an Auto rowing personal journeys and Mechanic. He was a member testimonies create a vivid por­ of the Peak Creek Church of trait of the war that profound­ ly affected American lives, the Brethren. communities, and society. He is survived by his wife, "The Second World War Bonnie Black Viers, of the home; a son James Viers, brought out the worst as well of Laurel Springs; a sister, as the best in a generation, Wilma Gonyea, of Hays, NC; and I think it may also have reflected the last time the three grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; a great, United States of America was great-grandchildren also sur­ truly united in one single pur­ pose," remarked Burns. vive. From Burns' perspective, You may give the family your condolences at our web­ the Second World War left site www.boonefuneralhome. America a legacy of stories. The men and women who com. Boone Family Funeral served in World War II or lived Home of West Jefferson is through it on the home front in charge of these arrange­ ments. wife Magdalena D. Miller, a daughter, Margaret M. Hedgepeth and husband Joe of Norfolk, a son, Teddy L. Miller and wife Mary of Nor­ folk, and three grandchildren, Eva D. Wasseen and husband Jimmy of Elkin, NC, Joseph T. Hedgepeth, Jr. of Hampton and Donna Ross of Hampton. He is also survived by two great-grandchildren, Isabelle and Jedidiah Wasseen both of Elkin, NC and a sister, Betty Ford of Charlotte, NC. A graveside service was be conducted Sunday at 2 p.m. at Rosewood Memorial Park. The family received friends at Hollomon-Brown Funeral Home Tidewater Drive Cha­ pel Saturday from 7 to 9 p.m. Condolences may be of­ fered to the family at www. hollomon-brown.com. The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m. on Monday, one hour prior to the memorial service. Mr. Grubb was born in Ashe County on Saturday, October 2, 1948 to the late Burl Melvin Grubb and to Virginia Lou Edwards Grubb. He worked as a painter. He is survived by a daugh­ ter, Tara Johnson, of Asheville; his mother, Virginia Lou Edwards Grubb, of Jefferson; three brothers, Jerry Gruhb, of Todd, Terry Grubb and wife, Peni, of West Jefferson and Barry Grubb and wife, Kay, of Crossnore, "NC; one grandchild, Nadia Johnson, of Asheville; one niece, Desiree Barr, of Carbondale, IL also survive. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. were forever transformed, and their experiences are our nation's most vital history. In "The War," stories are told through the personal accounts of a handful of men and wom­ en, exploring the most intimate human dimensions of a world­ wide catastrophe that touched the lives of every family on every street in every town in America — and demonstrates that in extraordinary times, there are no ordinary lives. Throughout the series, the indelible experience of com­ bat is brought vividly to life as veterans describe what it was like to fight and kill. In all of the battle scenes, dramatic historical footage and photo­ graphs are combined with ex­ traordinarily realistic sound effects. To honor the World War II expe­ riences of residents the region, B l u e Ridge PBS i s producing "Through Their Eyes," a documentary based on interviews with local WW II veterans, their families, former defense industry em­ ployees, civic volunteers and others who supported the war effort. This program will be broadcast in conjunction with "The War" in September. About Blue Ridge PBS Blue Ridge PBS, founded in 1967, is the sole public multi­ media enterprise serving 2.5 million individuals in portions of five states. The station's 26,000 square-mile coverage area includes southwestern Virginia and bordering coun­ ties in Kentucky, Tennessee, West Virginia, and North Carolina. As the region's sto­ ryteller, Blue Ridge PBS of­ fers outstanding information­ al, educational and cultural programming, along with an award-winning local produc­ tion team devoted to regional issues and interests. Further, over 200,000 schoolchildren and their teachers benefit from the station's education servic­ es that provide a safe, trusted environment for innovative on-air and online learning. Blue Ridge PBS is comprised of WBRA-TV/DT in Roanoke, WSBN-TV/DT in Norton, and WMSY-TV/DT in Marion, VA. www.blueridgepbs.org WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND Acoustic Heritage Concert to feature mountain music When Mountainhome Mu­ sic started 1994, very little attention was given to this region's rich musical heri­ tage. Thanks to area festivals, to the ASU Center for Appa­ lachian Studies, to Mountainhome Music, and to many others, it seems the trend is moving in the other direc­ tion. Of course, to some, trends don't matter. For some local families, like the Watsons, the Hicks, the Presnells, the Pais­ leys, the Ashes, and Harmons, traditional music is more than a momentary or sea­ sonal experience; it's a way of life, a way of life that reaches back to many generations. This week's Mountainhome Music concert features the band Acoustic Heritage, and band that is full of fam­ ily traditions. Debbie Grimm Yates and Tim Yates, both from deeply rooted musical families. Debbie Grimm Yates comes from Konnarock, Vir­ ginia and from a long line of family fiddle and banjo play­ ers. She plays both in the "old-time" style, which she honed in her family's band, the Konnarock Critters. Tim Yates has played both guitar and standup bass for over 20 years with his family band The Yates Brothers as well as some of the biggest names in Bluegrass. He has toured the United States with Wyatt Rice and Santa Cruz, The Jimmy Goudreau Bluegrass Unit and The Tony Rice Unit. Acoustic Heritage's newest member is Jordan Rice. As a member of Bluegrass' famous Rice family, Jordan was im­ mersed in a world of music at birth—and he surely must have absorbed everything he saw and heard! The years he spent playing with his father Wyatt at many Rice Brothers shows as well as with Acoustic Heritage has already turned Jordan into a seasoned per­ former. c7he Hon has roared - who will not fear? Acoustic Heritage is fea­ tured regularly on National Public Radio. The Blue Ridge Vocal En­ semble will also be featured on this concert. This group sings mountain ballads and hymns in an a cappella style, and they have been featured in Joe Shannon's Civil War play, Blue Ridge Blue & Gray. The ensemble includes Cindy Tim and Debbie Yates Clawson, Laurie Nicholson, Bill Winkler, and Will Win­ kler. The concert will be 8:00, Saturday, July 21 at St. Luke's Episcopal Church in downtown Boone. Tickets are $12.50 in ad­ vance and $15.00 at the door. Tickets for college and high school students are $10.00 (at the door only). Tickets may be purchased at the Mast Stores, Rydell Music Center, Pandora's Mailbox in Blow­ ing Rock, Fred's Mercantile on Beech Mountain, and Blue Moon Guitars in West Jeffer­ son. Tickets may also be pur­ chased online at www.mountainhomemusic.com. The purpose of Mountainhome Music is to honor the music and musicians of the Appalachian region. It is af­ filiated with the Blue Ridge Music Trails, a project of the North Carolina Arts Council. Mountainhome Music concerts are broadcast live on WECR, FM 102.3, on FM Highway 106.1, and on the Internet at www.goblueridge. net. For more information, go to the Mountainhome Music website or call 828-964-3392. *£. f • " The Sovereign Lord has spoken who can hut prophesy? AMOS 3:8 © 2007 by King Features Syndicate, Inc. World rights reserved ARE YOU READY TO BECOME A HOME OWNER??? Thursday, August 16 • 5:30 - 7:30 P.M. Northwestern Regional Housing Authority 401 Oak Grove Circle • Jefferson, NC Don't miss this opportunity to find out • if you are ready for homeownership • how much house you can afford .how to improve your credit rating • how to navigate the purchase process from start to finish MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 Also, you will leam abou, specia, pngmms and mortgage products ava,lable only to first-time homebuyers. Sponsored by Northwestern a HUQ Certified Counseling Agent*"WW*^ rr^,:rs'^,ra.1on1sAu9us,14t, — t|j �JEFFERSON POST TUESPAY/ JULY 31, 2007 P AGE 3 COMMUNITY NEWS The Raleigh My colleagues and I complet­ ed negotiations this week on a state budget we believe will make our state a better place a live. I'm writing this on Friday morning and it looks like we'll be here over the weekend in or­ der to get the budget passed by both houses. Our budget invests heav­ ily in education, increasing the amount of money given for scholarships and grants by mil­ lions of dollars while also put­ ting more money into preschool programs. We also agreed to take over the counties' share of Medicaid expenses—esti­ mated at $520 million this fis­ cal year—over the next three years. This will especially help our rural counties that are particularly burdened by the increasing costs of Medicaid. In addition, we decided to give counties more flexibility by al­ lowing them to raise additional taxes for school construction, infrastructure, and other im­ provements. Counties can de­ cide to raise the sales tax by a quarter of a cent or the land transfer tax to 0.6 percent with local voter approval. I'm not a big fan of the transfer tax, but I'm willing to let our citizens decided for themselves if our county commissioners decide to put the question before them for a vote. I will provide more details Rep. Culiie Tarleton about the budget plan next week after the final version is approved. I believe you will find that my priorities in Raleigh reflect your own when it comes to how this state spends money. The budget does include money for a new College of Education building for ASU, money for a State Forest Headquarters building in Ashe County and a small appropriation for Horn in the West. Thank you for allowing me to share this information with you. Please feel free to contact me if I can be of any additional help. Environment The North Carolina House voted unanimously to accept a bill that would replace hog la­ goons with more environmen­ tally friendly systems. Under by Rep. Cullie Tarleton Report the bill (S1465), existing lagoons could continue to operate but no new ones could be built. Hog lagoons have led to polluted wa­ terways during floods and are a concern to neighbors. The state has had a moratorium on new lagoons for the past 10 years, but replacing them with new, cleaner technology is expensive. The bill proposes a $2 million a year cost-sharing program to help farmers pay the cost of replacing the pits with more en­ vironmentally friendly systems. The new systems could pro­ duce useful byproducts such as compost or electricity from the methane gas released. The bill is supported by environmental, farm and industry groups and would represent a major step forward after years of trying to find better ways to handle hog waste. The deal will protect farmers' investments and live­ lihoods while also keeping the state's waters and soil clean. The bill now goes to Gov. Mike Easley for his signature. Justice The General Assembly rati­ fied bills this week that would standardize and improve eye­ witness lineups and police in­ terrogations. The Eyewitness ID Reform Act (HB1625) re­ quires standardized procedures for lineups of individuals or photos. Lineups must be con­ ducted by someone who is not involved in the investigation and has no information about potential suspects. The lineup would also have to be presented sequentially and witness confi­ dence levelsof an ID must be re­ corded. The second bill (H1626) requires interrogations in a homicide investigation to be recorded by video or audio. The bills now go to the governor to be signed into law. The House has agreed to study whether the thousands of people who were sterilized through the state eugenics pro­ gram in the early 20th century should be compensated. Under the bill (S760), the Department of Health and Human Services will report the findings of the study to the General Assem­ bly. In the early 20th century, 30 states implemented eugen­ ics programs to sterilize those who where considered mental­ ly handicapped or genetically inferior to prevent these issues from being passed on geneti­ cally. Elections The House Elections Law Committee approved a bill that would create a more pro­ portional method for distribut­ ing North Carolina's electoral votes in presidential elections. The bill (S353) provides that a candidate will receive one vote for each congressional district he or she wins. The remaining two votes would be given to the overall winner in the state. The bill's supporters believe that it will encourage presidential candidates to come to North Carolina more often and in­ crease voter interest. Health North Carolinians may soon have more control over whether or not they wish to receive "lifeprolonging measures" and/or how they would like to end their lives while in medical care. The House Committee on Judiciary I cleared a bill (SB1046) that simplifies the legal end-of-life forms. The bill allows North Carolinians to specify which methods they do not want used to prolong life unnaturally. Energy North Carolina is moving closer towards becoming the first state in the Southeast to adopt a renewable energy stan­ dard. The House Committee on Public Utilities cleared a bill (S3) that may require North Carolina utility providers to obtain 12.5 percent of retail electricity from renewable en­ ergy. The bill also provides a phaseout of the tax on the sale of energy to farmers and manu­ facturers. The bill must be con­ sidered next by the Finance Committee. I vote for this bill in our Energy and Energy Ef­ ficiency committee. Family This week Governor Mike Easley signed into law a bill that will give adult adoptees and their adult descendants' easier access to adoption infor­ mation. The bill (HB445) allows social services departments and adoption agencies licensed by the state to obtain contact information and medical histo­ ries on behalf of adult adoptees. Adoptees and birth parents can also obtain identification infor­ mation if both parties consent. Notes Legislators took time to hon­ or the Tuskegee Airmen this week, including about 40 North Carolinians who were mem­ bers of the famed cadre of black pilots that served in the segre­ gated military during World War II. The resolution (H2063) lists the names of Tuskegee Airmen who were either born in or who live in North Caroli­ na. Our state salutes them and their families. It looks like well adjourn by August 3rd. While the Leg­ islature will not be in session, committees and study commis­ sions will continue to meet so I plan on keeping up my weekly reports. They won't be as long (I know you're grateful for that) but I do want to continue this method of communication with you. Thank you for your contin­ ued support and please feel free to contact me at any time. Doc and Richard Watson to perform in Todd When Doc and Richard Watson play in Todd next month, they'll be accompa­ nied by two bands they know well. Backstreet, an 'eclectic Americana' band, has played at Merlefest several times since 2000. And Southeast Express, the bluegrass-gospel group from Guilford County, opened for Doc and Richard last year — and has another local connection as well. Having played together for more than 20 years, Back­ street draws on North Caro­ lina musical traditions rang­ ing from the earthy Piedmont blues of Blind Boy Fuller, to the driving bluegrass banjo of Earl Scruggs, to the oldtime mountain fiddle tunes of Tommy Jarrell. Throw in the added influence of country, folk, swing, and rock-and-roll and you have the recipe for a band that will please every­ one. Backstreet includes Jeff Pardue on fiddle, banjo and accordion; Keith Oliver on guitar; Roger Miller on guitar and mandolin; Randy Gambill on mandolin and guitar; and Joe Hannebach on bass. They'll lead off the Saturday, Aug. 11 concert at 3 p.m. of music in Todd from its very beginnings, at the New River Festival in 1994. His special passion was the music of the mountains; he knew all the local musicians and attended many fiddlers' conventions to hear them play. He was untir­ ing in arranging for Todd con­ certs and festival slots, and was respected in turn by the people who love to make mu­ sic in Todd. In 2003, the stage at Walter and Annie Cook Me­ morial Park was named for him. At his funeral in 2006, George Wilson and members of Buck Haggard provided the gospel music. Although James is now gone, the community is mak­ ing sure he's not forgotten. In 2006, the James 'Crow' Par­ sons Memorial Fund was cre­ ated, contributions to which are to be used for future sum­ mer concerts at Cook Park. A pickle jar in the Todd Mercan­ tile Bakery collects change and dollars for the fund; the pickle jar is passed around during the Saturday after­ noon concerts, helping the memorial fund to grow.TCPO, the nonprofit community or­ ganization, also seeks larger "We're looking forward to helping with this worthwhile cause, and to sharing the stage with one or our biggest musi­ cal influences, Doc Watson," said Roger Miller, spokesper­ son for Backstreet. Southeast Express is an­ other group that's been to­ gether for many years, playing bluegrass and gospel music in the Piedmont area since the 1970s. Their mandolin player learned his art in Todd in the 1940s and 1950s: Joe Norris grew up in the Big Hill area of Watauga County - near pres­ ent-day Green Valley School - but attended Elkland School in Todd until its closing in 1953. As teenagers, he and| two friends had a radio show F on WATA that featured guest appearances by Doc Watson. Other members of Southeast Express are Jim Boren on Dobro and guitar, Dale Gid- |g dens on guitar, Ray Coble on bass, and Bennett Sullivan on banjo. The band will play at 4 p.m. on Aug. 11. The concert will again be dedicated to the memory of James 'Crow' Parsons, an­ other person well-known to Doc Watson. James was part contributions to permanently endow the find, to provide dependable financing for the music series that James Par­ sons helped bring to Todd. Tickets for the Aug. 11 con­ cert in Todd are $10 each ($12 for credit-card sales). Only a limited number of tickets are available, in keeping with the capacity of the Cook Park venue and the community of Todd. This is the fifth year that Doc and Richard have come to play for their neigh­ bors in Todd. In addition to the two opening bands, their long-time friend and picker Charles Welch will join them again this year. Food will be available. Attendees are ad­ vised to bring a chair, sun­ screen, and an umbrella. Tickets are on sale at the usual outlets: Todd Mercan­ tile, Todd General Store, and New River Adventures/RiverGirl Fishing Co. in Todd; Boone Area Chamber of Com­ merce and Old Boone Mercan­ tile (Mast General Store) in Boone; and the Ashe Visitor Center and Bluemoon Gui­ tars in West Jefferson. For more information, call Todd Mercantile, 336-877-5401. ciple! It will only take a few seconds to take care of it now! We all know that later never comes! For more help getting rid of your CHAOS; check out her website and join her free mentoring group at www. FlyLady.net or her book, Sink Reflections published by Ban­ tam and her New York Times Best Selling book, Body Clut­ ter published by Fireside. Copyright 2007 Maria Cilley Used by permission in this publication. How to deal with the problem of paper clutter If we didn't have paper clutter our homes would be clean! Oh yes I know you will all agree with me on this one! Paper has multiplied like rab­ bits and is hopping from one flat surface to the next. How can we stop this invasion from taking over our homes? Have you ever gotten the call that your mother was coming to visit and you catch yourself raking all the piles of paper into bags and stuff­ ing them into the bottom of your closets? Out of sight out of mind; we don't remember they are hiding in the closet till we have searched all over the house for the phone bill to pay because you just picked up your phone to make a call and your phone has been dis­ connected. We all hate that feeling. I have known people who have moved across country and put those garbage bags of paper in the moving van be­ cause they didn't have time to sort through four huge bags of paper clutter. Those bags alone are enough to over­ whelm us at the thought of opening up the guilt and fear that is associated with that paper clutter! Let's look at what happens when we get that call from our mother. Our brains shut down and we can't think! All we know is that we have to stash and dash! We don't think about what is going to happen when we hide things from ourselves. We just know that it has to be done and we will deal with the conse­ quences later. What problems could stuffing all those piles into a bag cause us anyway? We know that answer too; lost utility bills, checks and other important things we might need. Many years ago I listened to a story by Rita Davenport. She had been on vacation for a couple of weeks. While she was gone all the mail was just piled on her desk. When she got back to work; could not function for the piles on her desk. She took a garbage bag and raked all the mail into it and place it on the credenza across the room. All day she was busy returning phone calls and forgot about the bag of mail. That night the cleaning service came in and disposed of the bag. The next morning she went into a panic. What was she going to do! What had she missed? Over the next few weeks and months she realized that there were only three items of importance in that bag of mail; One check that needed to be replaced, an invitation that needed an RSVP and they called her to ask why she had not responded and a let­ ter that needed a reply. So I dare you to throw those bags away or just hap­ pily shred them! I also know that you will not take my dare! The fear still has you held hostage! I am going to set you free once and for all time! I want you to think about how long those bags have been hiding while you gath­ er up what you need to only handle these bags one last time! Do you want to know how to keep this from ever happening again? Develop the simple habit of dealing with the mail when it comes in the door. Open up your bills and throw away the advertis­ ing; only keep the bill and the envelope. Put the maga­ zines where you will read them; by your chair or in the bathroom. If you put one in a magazine rack; get rid of one that is there. Put it in your recycle bin. This paper clutter has to earn the right to come into your home. DONT PILE IT ON A TABLE TO DEAL WITH LATER! That is why you have that big bag now! DO IT NOW! This will save you a lot of heartache later. One friend put an indus­ trial shredder in her garage. She would cull through her mail as she got out of the car. She shredded the credit card applications and other ID sensitive mail and recycle the rest. It was all in the garage and not piled on a table clut­ tering up her home! Stop yourself the next time you feel the need to put some­ thing down on a flat surface in your home. You are creat­ ing a hotspot! Nip it in the bud before it gets started by using the DO IT NOW prin­ COMPLETE PHYSICALS CAN MISS CANCERS THAT ULTRASOUNDS CAN FIND SATURDAY, AUGUST 4th 8:00AM - until Open to the Public GREENFIELD CAMPGROUND "Not Affiliated with Life-Line Screening FINGER STICK BLOOD SAMPLE FOR: 1. (Fast 12 Hours) Total Cholesterol, HDL, LDL, Triglycerides, Non HDL-C, Cardiovascular Risk Ratio and Glucose (diabetes) ($35) (Take Medications, Drink Water, No Coffee) (Value $200) 2. 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One of the most active and remarkable ministers to have served in Ashe County passed away Friday after a mercifully short bout with liver cancer. He served his final group of churches, the Carson Chapel-Rocky Springs Charge of the United Methodist Church, until the final days of his illness. From 1998 to 2006, however, Frye called Warrensville home. Tech­ nically, he was pastor of the Clifton, Smethport and Warrensville churches. But his drive to improve our community and to reach out to the needy extended far beyond the walls of these churches. In those eight years, he became a partner—usually with very little fanfare—in many important projects in the community. He helped begin the Mobile Meals pro­ gram now being led by Ashe Outreach Ministries in Clifton. He was instrumen­ tal in laying the ground­ work for the free medical clinic which now operates in Jefferson. And that was only two projects he touched during his years here. Rodney Frye was a late­ comer to the ministry. He had already built a success­ ful career when he answered the call to ministry, and began serving his first church as pastor in 1994. The Warrensville Charge was his second assignment. Now Ashe County, as most areas, has a pretty strong resentment of "out­ siders" arriving to "fix us." But Rodney Frye's gift was to help others take the lead—he always remained in the background, working, encouraging, taking care of whatever needed to hap­ pen. He did not care about applause or honors—he had come here to serve, as Jesus said, "the least of these." And serve them he did, in ways that many people and groups could testify to. When he left the county in June 2006 for his new assignment, board after board and group after group had to start looking for a new person to fill his posi­ tion. While working outside the walls, Frye also loved the pastoral ministry and the people of the churches he served. Combining the world inside and outside those churches made him a special person, whose impact here will be long remembered. (•win. Ajjtn(wn* Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Production Manager/Webmaster Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Business Manager Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Linda Burchette Kelly Elliott Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Sandra Osborne Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Windmill issue To the Editor: As I read the front page of the July 24th issue of the Jefferson Post regarding the group pushing to kill the windmill project, I was sur­ prised by their comment that clean power does not meet the claim of "required by the public convenience and necessity". To see the need for alternative power in our country, one only has to see the damage being done to Mt. Mitchell near Asheville, by the coal burning power plants in Tennessee. As a photographer for the Asheville Citizen-Times from 1989 to 1993, I was able to see first hand the continuing gradual decline of the tree line caused by acid rain. Although the mountains here are lower in elevation, the continued e'ffects of global warming, acid rain, and pollution will even­ tually cause a decline of our environment as well. I am in agreement with the purpose of the Ridge Pro­ tection Act of 1983. But what good is that to future gen­ erations if we do not begin to take action to reverse the damage being caused today by traditional power genera­ tion methods? Environmental studies are also valid and impor­ tant checks to development needed to protect endangered plants and wildlife. But if we continue to destroy their en­ vironment, what good is it to offer short term restrictions to development when their environments will be lost to pollution? Few people are fighting the power company to take down the lines to their homes. Canine horror stories Letters to the Editor Does anyone really believe the power generated by the windmills is any more harm­ ful than the power lines that run throughout our county today? Clearly the actions of groups on both sides are pre­ sented in the interest of ev­ eryone because they care. The question becomes what is the more important and needed action to take. The answer is obvious; to save the environ­ ment we must embrace these kinds of technologies and support their placement now or the long term effects will be much worse than a few windmills on a ridgeline. Larry Hoffman Warrensville Dog fight vote To the Editor: In the wake of the Michael Vick indictment, readers may wonder why U.S. Rep. Virginia Foxx (R-N.C./ 5th) was among about three dozen lawmak­ ers who recently sided with dogfighting and cockfighting interests and voted against the Animal Fighting Prohi­ bition Enforcement Act. This legislation upgrades penal­ ties for illegal transportation of fighting dogs - one of the crimes Vick has been charged with - from misdemeanor to felony penalties. Ironically, the Congress upgraded this law and Presi­ dent Bush signed the mea­ sure in May—just after the Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. alleged crimes had occurred with Vick and his co-defen­ dants. The legislation passed the House by a vote of 368 to 39, and then cleared the Sen­ ate unanimously. The vast majority of mem­ bers of Congress supported this legislation to put a stop to precisely the type of be­ havior that Michael Vick was charged with last week - par­ ticipation in a multi-state network of cruel and degrad­ ing dogfighting activities. Humane organizations and more than 400 law enforce­ ment agencies supported the federal bill, yet Virginia Foxx showed her true colors by giv­ ing dogfighters a free pass. Michael Markarian President Humane Society Legislative Fund 2100 L Street NW Washington, DC Legislative session ends on a changed note ference? Going home soon. A few In Raleigh, when the leg­ thi ng8 islature finally comes to an are very agreement about the state's much the budget for the next two years, same. people start talking about go­ ing home. It is still a Even though there is plen­ m e s s y ty of unfinished business be­ business. fore them, there is a feeling Remem­ that it will not be long before ber the they adjourn for the year. D.G. Martin old max­ This week I am finishing im, at­ up my work in Raleigh, too. (I served as interim executive tributed to the German Prime director of the state's Clean Minister Otto von Bismarck, Water Management Trust "Laws are like sausages, it is Fund from early January un­ better not to see them being made." til the end of July.) Winston Churchill put it My duties included regular visits to the legislative build­ a different way, "It has been ings. For me it was "like the said that democracy is the old times" when I served as worst form of government ex­ the chief legislative liaison cept all the others that have for the UNC-System. Since been tried." Not everyone is so put off I left that position almost 10 by the "messy" way represen­ years ago, I had not been back to the legislature on a regular tative government works. For instance, the late Jay Robin­ basis until this year. Not that I have not been son, my mentor and predeces­ interested. But, like most sor as vice president of public North Carolinians, I watched affairs of the UNC-System, loved the give and take, the from a distance. This year, seeing the leg­ personalities, the different islators in action, close up, aspirations, and the strong again, I found myself feeling egos that make legislatures a little bit like Rip Van Win­ so much like sausage facto­ kle, who fell asleep for a num­ ries. He liked it best in hectic ber of years and, when he times during the last days of awoke, had to adjust to many each session when so many changes. matters are finally settled. So now that I have had a He put it this way, "Oh, it is chance to compare the legisla­ terrible. Everybody is tell­ ture of today with what it was ing lies, putting a knife in 10 years ago, what is the dif- other peoples' backs, running around and scrambling for the last dollar. It is just aw­ ful. But that is when I like it the best." In these respects, the legis­ lature seems to this Rip Van Winkle to be much the same as when I left it. But not quite. The legislature that I left 10 years ago was exuberant, even boisterous. Legislators and lobbyists alike projected cheerful self-confidence. Ev^n in fierce battles, the contes­ tants were often happy war­ riors. Even the roughest and meanest legislators loved their work. And, the rounds of eating and drinking together, admittedly most often at the expense of lobbyists, fostered camaraderie in the legislative building. Apparently all that came tumbling down with the re­ cent scandals that shone a spotlight on the unholy con­ nection between political fundraising, legal and illegal, and the votes and important actions of some legislators. The "cheerful camaraderie" that I missed this year had come to be seen as a breeding ground for "secret deals" and "special favors." Ironically, as the legisla­ ture and I prepare to leave Raleigh and go home, the per­ son most responsible for the changes in the legislature is going to a new home in a dis­ tant federal prison. Former house speaker Jim Black's ac­ Contact your representatives Senate Raleigh Washington Governor Sen. Elizabeth Dole Gov. Michael F. Easley 555 Dirksen Senate Office Building Office of the Governor Washington, DC 20510 20301 Mail Service Center (202) 224-6342 Raleigh, NC 27699-0301 1-800-662-7952 Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. PAGE 4 TUESDAY, JULY 31, 2007 Sen. Richard Burr 217 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, DC, NC 20510 Phone: (202) 224-3154 House of Representatives Rep. Virginia Foxx 430 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 phone: 202-225-2071 Senate Sen. Steve Goss 1118 Legislative Building, 16W. Jones St. Raleigh, NC 27601-2808 Phone: (919)733-5742 House of Representatives Rep. Cullie Tarleton 2221 Legislative Building, 16 W. Jones St, Raleigh, NC 27601-1096 919-733-7727 tions are as much responsible for the changes at the legisla­ ture as Richard Nixon was re­ sponsible for the nation's post Watergate reforms. Quietly, almost whisper­ ing, many legislators and other insiders will still say that Jim Black was a good legislator who knew how to bring people together to get things done. Some call him a gentle persuader and an as­ tute manager of the legisla­ tive process. In fact, the diminished spirit that this Rip Van Win­ kle noticed at the legislature this year, was, no doubt, a result of the sympathy, dis­ appointment, and disheartenment that some, perhaps many, legislators feel as their disgraced former leader heads towards his new home. D.G. Martin is the host of UNC-T\Ts North Carolina Bookwatch, which airs Fri­ days at 9:30 p.m. and Sun­ days at 5 p.m. www.unctv. org / ncbookwatch /. Check his hlog and view prior programs at www.unctv.org / ncbook­ watch! . This week's (August 3,5) guest is Joseph Bathanti, au­ thor of "Coventry," a compel­ ling novel set in and around a North Carolina prison. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, JULY 31, 2007 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT Fiddler's convention this Saturday Governor proclaims 'Tribute to Patriots' Week BY THE GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA A PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, the citizens and communities of the great State of North Carolina live in liberty because of the no­ ble and brave sacrifices made by those who have answered our Nation's call to serve in the United States Army, Air Force, Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, National Guard and Reserves, in time of peace and national peril, in times past and in the present, both here and abroad; and WHEREAS, troops and veterans of all wars and con­ flicts from the most militaryfriendly State in this great Nation comprised of Fort Bragg Army Base - Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune - Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point - Marine Corps Air Station New River - Pope Air Force Base - Seymour Johnson Air Force Base Elizabeth City Coast Guard Support Station - North Car­ olina National Guard Units The 37th Annual Olde Time/ Bluegrass Fiddler's Convention will be held on Saturday, Aug. 4, at Ashe County Park. Musicians from around the region will be performing and competing for prizes on such instruments as fiddle, guitar, banjo and man­ dolin. Gates open at 3:30 p.m. The Junior's Division starts at 4 p.m. followed by the Individual Competition and Band Compe­ tition around 5 p.m. This is an acoustical competition with no electric instruments, horns or drums allowed. Sponsored by the Jeffersons Rotary Club, and with the fi­ nancial assistance of area indi­ viduals and businesses, the Fid­ dler's Convention raises money for scholarships to Ashe County High School students. Advance tickets are $8 each. Children under 12 years are admitted free of charge. Tickets on the date of the Fiddlers' Con­ vention are $10 each. Advance tickets may be purchased at Burgess Furniture, Parker Tie, Bluemoon Guitars and Music, and the Ashe Chamber of Com­ merce. in regard to the Application." Pittman also cited Calhoun's letter of July 18, which he said was sent "without the knowledge of or notice to the undersigned." The motion to withdraw continued, "Absent communication to the con­ trary, indeed absent any com­ munication at all, the under­ signed is compelled to believe the Applicant intended to rep­ resent itself..." On Thursday, the Utilities Commission acted to dismiss Northwest's application. This was done without prejudice, to use a legal phrase, meaning the company can refile an ap­ plication for the project in the future. This decision states in part, "After careful consid­ eration, the Presiding Com­ missioner finds good cause to grant the Motion to Dismiss generally on the grounds set forth in the pleadings of FAC (Friends of Ashe County-ed.) and the Public Staff to dis­ miss the application without prejudice. The Presiding Com­ missioners finds that, despite the fact that the Applicant was granted its requested 120-day extension, the appli­ cation is incomplete and is not supported by competent testi­ mony upon which the Com­ mission may base a decision." In addition, the commission accepted Pittraan's motion to withdraw. They also said they "will admonish Mr. Calhoun that in further proceedings a business entity must be repre­ sented by an attorney licensed to practice in North Carolina and in good standing before the North Carolina Bar." The ball is now in North­ west's court as to whether to resume the process or not. and Armed Forces Reserve Training Centers, have in the past, and now continue to serve the State of North Car­ olina and the United States of America globally while seeking no recognition; and WHEREAS, there are ap­ proximately 790,000 veterans and approximately 150,000 North Carolina Patriots de­ fending freedom throughout the world today; and WHEREAS, their contin­ ued heroism, valor, and loy­ alty to the tenants of free­ dom and commitment to the selfless devotion to duty in the North Carolina tradition of preserving the highest ide­ als of citizenship, patriotism and "Service Above Self" con­ stitutes the foundation of liberty and strength of this State and Nation; and WHEREAS, it is an honor and privilege for State, lo­ cal communities and Rotary Clubs to express our humble appreciation to the veterans, military personnel and their families, whose contributions and personal sacrifices serve as constant reminders of the high price of freedom in de­ fending our homeland and in fighting the war against terrorism around the world; and WHEREAS, it is fitting that we remember, respect, and honor our Veterans, Ac­ tive Duty men and women of all Services, and those de­ ployed. We pay special tribute to those Defenders of Liberty who preserve and perpetuate the ideals of freedom that provided the foundation of this Nation; and WHEREAS, we remain The United States of America - Home of the Free, Because of the Brave NOW, THEREFORE, I, MICHAEL F. EASLEY, Gov­ ernor of the State of North Carolina, do hereby proclaim August 19-25, 2007, as North Carolina's "TRIBUTE TO PA­ TRIOTS WEEK", and urge our citizens to join me in this worthwhile observance as we focus on our responsibility to them. concurrently earning a Mas­ ters Degree in Management. In 1988, he transferred to the Special Operations Command, Europe, and was assigned to the J-3 as a con­ tingency operations officer. He deployed in support of Op­ erations Desert Shield/Desert Storm serving with the Joint Special Operations Task Force, JTF Proven Force. Following Desert Storm, he deployed with Joint Special Operations Task Force Pro­ vide Comfort operating in Northern Iraq and Southern Turkey. In 1991, he was assigned to the Special Operations Train­ ing Group, II MEF as direc­ tor of the Special Missions Branch. In 1993, he assumed command of 2d Battalion, 8th Marines until 1995. He was then assigned to the Pentagon as Deputy Executive Assis­ tant to the Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff until 1997. He attended The Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Stud­ ies and received a Master of Arts Degree in International Public Policy in 1998. BGen Tryon served as Commanding Officer, 24th MEU (SOC) from 1998 to 2000 and as Commanding Of­ ficer, Marine Barracks, Wash­ ington, D.C., from 2000 until 2002. From 2002 until 2004, he served as Executive Officer to the Supreme Allied Com­ mander, Europe/Commander, U.S. European Command. From 2004 to 2006 BGen Tryon served as the Command­ ing General, Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island / Eastern Recruiting Region. BGenTryon's personal dec­ orations include the Defense Superior Service Medal (oak leaf), the Legion of Merit (gold star), the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, the Meritori­ ous Service Medal (gold star), the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal and the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal. Visitors to the military tribute event can get their picture taken in the cockpit of an F4 Phantom and take home an 8x10 photo of them­ selves "in the danger zone!" The Green Beret Para­ chute Team based at Fort Bragg, near Fayetteville will United States of America loaded, photos and lots more, be featured at the event. The - Home of the Free, Because go to www.ashecountyarmedteam is available for public of the Brave. 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This tribute is a non-par­ NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE tisan, non-political event Lands of Joseph Graham Reaves, Jr. and Diane Catherine to show our Veterans and Troops that the not-so-si­ Reaves lent majority of Ashe County, North Carolina supports and appreciates them simply be­ JM Rftvts • Vmhot t REEVES, PUC, ATTORNEYS 202EAST MAM STRUT, PODAAMIA 67. WEST ATFEABOM, MOATM CAAQLMA 28694 cause we are Americans. The IU60M-7172 • fax tJ36)24«-»M - jknOvinnoyifldrMVM com goal of the Jeffersons Rotary floor; together with a detached 2-car garage with a STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA Club's Ashe County Armed COUNTY OF ASHE garage apartment containing approximately 1,000 Forces Tribute is to recognize, square feet and together with a separate building respect and honor Veterans IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE called a "bunkhouse". (Residence has a seasonable SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION view of the New River). and active Service Members BEFORE THE CLERK from all branches of the mili­ Directions to Property: 07-8P-56 tary for their great sacrifices. Take (New) Highway 16 North toward Virginia; turn right IN THE MATTER OF THE SALE OF LANDS on John Halsey Road; then turn right on Otd Highway 16; By giving their loyalty, time, OF JOSEPH GRAHAM REAVES, JR. and wife, DIANE then turn left on Weaver s Ford Road, crossing the river at effort and lives to our coun­ CATHERINE REAVES, Under Weaver s Ford Road, take a left on Edna Perry Road, and try, these men and women Foreclosure by Jimmy D Reeves, Trustee then a right on Lumina Road. Residence is located at 309 Lumlna Road, Crumplor. NC 28617. exemplify the Rotary motto NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE "Service above Self" in The MICHAEL F. EASLEY Wind continued from front page demonstrates that the Ap­ plicant has not satisfied the minimum prerequisites of the statute to permit conditional approval" and that "the issu­ ance of a conditional approval for the sole and express pur­ pose of obtaining financing is not a sufficient basis for the Commission to issue a condi­ tional approval." To complicate matters fur­ ther, on July 24, William R. Pittman, one of Northwest's attorneys in the case, filed a motion to withdraw with the commission. This stated in part: "The Applicant, de­ spite repeated efforts by the undersigned (Pittman—ed.) and other counsel, has failed to communicate the results of its efforts to comply with the Feb. 13, 2007 Order of the Commission or its intentions Salute continued from front page Leader, Assistant S-3, and Company Executive Officer. As a captain, he commanded C Company, 10th Battalion at Fort Jackson, South Carolina, then went on to serve as Aidede-Camp for the Commander, Readiness Region VI, at Fort Knox, Kentucky. While at Fort Knox, he also command­ ed C Company, 4th Battalion, 54th Infantry (Mechanized), 194th Armored Brigade at Fort Knox, Kentucky. In June 1981, LTG Metz returned to West Point and was an Assistant Professor in the Mechanical Engineering Department until May 1984. He then moved to Fort Benning, Georgia, where he held several staff positions, to in­ clude Battalion S-3, Battalion XO and Division Chief in the Infantry School's Combat De­ velopments Directorate. LTG Metz's battalion command took place at Fort Knox, where he commanded the 4th Battalion, 15th In­ fantry (Mechanized), 194th Armored Brigade. He went on to command the 2d Brigade, 1st Infantry Division (Mecha­ nized), and then served as the Division and Fort Riley Chief of Staff. In November 2001, he assumed command of the 24th Infantry Division (Mech­ anized) and Fort Riley, during which time he was chosen to serve for four months as the Chief of Staff, CENTCOM, during Operation Enduring Freedom. BGen Tryon enlisted in the Navy in 1970 and was commissioned a second lieu­ tenant in June 1975, upon graduating from the U.S. Na­ val Academy. He held a variety of com­ pany grade assignments in 3d Battalion, 5th Marines, served as Aide de Camp to the Commanding General I MAF/lst Marine Division, and completed a tour as the Headqoarters Company Com­ mander, 4th Marines in Oki­ nawa in 1980. He served at Recruiting Station New York until attending Amphibious Warfare School in 1983. He then joined 2d Battalion, 5th Marines where he served as company commander and op­ erations officer. He attended the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College in 1987, Graphic artist needed Tremendous career opportunity Helping You Under and by virtue of the power of sale contained In that certain deed of trust executed by Joseph Graham Reaves. Jr and wife, Diane Calherine Reaves, dated 12 October 2005 and recorded In the Ashe County Public Registry in Book 336, at pages 871882, default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness thereby secured, and said deed of trust being by the terms thereof subject to foreclosure, the undersigned will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash, at the Courthouse door in Jefferson, North Carolina, at 2;00 o'clock p.m. on the 3rd day of August, 2007, the lands conveyed In said deed of trust, the same lying and being in Chestnut Hill Townshlp, Ashe County. North Carolina,and being more particularly described as follows: We are the #1 Window Company in the Nation! We Have 175 Stores in 46 States! 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At the time of sale, the highest bidder shall immediately make a cash deposit In the amount of five (5%) per cent of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty ($750) Dollars, whichever Is greater This the 20th day of July, 2007. There Is also located on the above-described property a two-story residence with approximately 1,200 square feet of heated floor space on each Jimmy D Reeves, Trustee �PAGE 6 TUESDAY, JUNE 31, 2007 JEFFERSON POST ASHE MEMORIAL HOS Ashe Memorial Hospital Welcomes John A. Sundin, M.D. General Surgery Dr. John Sundin received his undergraduate degree from the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia. He then received his medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Sundin completed his general surgery residency at Hospital of St. Raphael, Yale Affiliate at New Haven, Connecticut in 1989 and at Yale Regional Surgical Residency Program at Bridgeport Hospital in Bridgeport, Connecticut in 1992. Dr. Sundin's office is located adjacent to Dr. Charles Jones. His practice opened on April 16, 2007. For more information or to make an appointment, please call 336-846-8939. HEALTH Leukemia, Flu Link Explored Cases of acute lymphocytic leukemia (ALL), the most common form of childhood leukemia, incres according to an Oxford University study. Researchers stressed that the results provide no proof of q future studies. Data revealed sharp upswings in ALL in 1976 and again in 1990-each time just a fd One Cell Becomes a Trillion Leukemia, in its acute forms, begins with one cancerous cell that goes on to form a trillion or more white cells in fighting infection. They also crowd out normal red blood cells, charged with deliverii Radiation, Leukemia Link Is Clear The link between nuclear radiation and the risk of leukemia is well established. After the atomic be for survivors living within a thousand miles of the blasts was 20 times higher than that of the gener survivors, however, has not been demonstrated. One study found an increased risk for children expi Pre-Diabetes in Mothers a Risk It's long been known that diabetes during pregnancy is a risk for both mother and child. A recent la associated with an increased risk of large babies and first-time Caesarean section births. The babies increased risk of obesity, diabetes and high blood pressure in later life. "We have established withoi carry risks," wrote the lead author of the study which was presented at the annual scientific meeting Blood Sugar Control Is Improving Of the 20.8 million Americans with diabetes, more than half are keeping their blood sugar at the le\ blood sugar under control in 2001. Tight control of blood sugar is crucial to preventing diabetic con eyes and other organs. Eat Your Watermelon and Papaya Watermelon, papaya, apricots, asparagus, carrots, squash, red bell peppers, spinach and other greens type 2 diabetes. A study published in the American Journal of Epidemiology [May 19, 2006] found the highest blood levels of carotenoids at the start of the study were the least likely to develop type Coffee Linked to Lower Diabetes Risk Women who drank six or more cups of coffee a day-decaf or regular-had a 22 percent lower risk ol in the Archives of Internal Medicine [June 26, 2006]. The researchers were surprised to find that the coffee had only slightly lower risk than those not drinking coffee at all. The authors pointed out that higher coffee intake and a lower diabetes risk occurred in the same women. CONGRATULATIONS! MRSA: Who's at Risk? MRSA (methicillin resistant staphylococcus aureus), a strain of staph that's immune to the effects oi and nursing homes. Over the past decade, cases of MRSA acquired in the community have become persons who live and work in close proximity. Clusters of cases have been found among high schoo centers; Pacific Islanders; Alaskan Natives; Native Americans; men who have sex with men, and pri skin, contaminated items or surfaces, crowded living conditions and poor hygiene. A Excellence in Primary Healthcare SELECTED Outstanding Rural Health Organization Of The Year MRSA More Prevalent Than Thought Methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is 8 to 11 times more prevalent than previously according to a survey conducted by infection control professionals in October and November of 200 were colonized by this bacterial strain that is immune to most commonly used antibiotics. :SW19^ By the National Rural Health Association aAs I have said many times before, it is not the bricks and mortar which make up Ashe Memorial Hospital: but it is the people who work and serve our community who make your hospital the best it can be.99 — R.D. Williams, CEO Ashe Memorial Hospital Selected as Outstanding Rural Health Organization of the Year By the National Rural Health Association The Five C's of Germ Transmission To prevent transmission of bacterial infections such as methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (J • crowding, • cleanliness (or lack thereof), • contaminated surfaces (such as in saunas and training tables), • contact (particularly skin to skin) and • compromised skin. Frequent use of antibiotics is another risk factor for MRSA, a strain of staph that is resistant to most antibiotics. MRSA Increasing Rapidly-Why? A study conducted at a large public hospital in Chicago found a seven-fold increase in cases of com 2000 to 2005. During that same period, there was no increase in the rate of community-acquired stat the incidence of MRSA has increased so dramatically. The hospital in which the study was conduc and those who have recently spent time in jail. Drug Eases Chemo Brain Symptoms Early studies of Provigil, a drug previously used to treat narcolepsy, found that it enhanced memory chemotherapy known as chemo brain. Chemo brain is mild to moderate cognitive impairment invol' cancer patients suffering chemo brain symptoms, subjects using the drug for eight weeks had imprc Brain Changes Noted after Chemo Brain scans of breast cancer survivors who had undergone chemotherapy showed specific areas of i chemotherapy, according to a study conducted at UCLA and published in Breast Cancer Research i chemotherapy and those given tamoxifen both scored lower than women not receiving those treatm the researchers described the deficits as "really relatively subtle changes." Why Chemo Brain? Nearly all cancer patients undergoing toxic treatments such as chemotherapy have some subtle, sho! including many breast cancer survivors, have more striking symptoms known as chemo brain that li high doses, such as those used to prepare for bone marrow transplantation, and combining chemotht MOUNTAIN FAMILY CARE CENTER Our After Hours Clinic is located at the Top Dog Clinic in Warrensville at the Ashe County Middle School. This center is NOT an extension of our emergency department, but a clinic that is available to you and your family for non-emergency care. Clinic Hours: Monday - Thursday 5:00 ~ 9:00PM • Saturday ~ 8:00AM - 5:00PM Friday and Sunday -Closed Call our staff at: 336-384-6322 for more information r Putting a Beaut ifi on the faces of �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7 TUESDAY, JUNE 31, 2007 ITAL alter the two most recent outbreaks of severe flu in the United Kingdom, ause-effect relationship but rather a correlation that might be explored in months after flu epidemics. ukemia cells. These are white blood cells, but they do not function like other oxygen to cells, and platelets, which are needed for the clotting of blood. b attacks on Nagasaki and Hiroshima in World War II, the leukemia rate population. An increased risk of childhood leukemia in offspring of these to radiation in utero, but other studies failed to confirm this result. e study found that high blood sugar in the mother during pregnancy is ere more likely to have low blood sugar and high insulin levels with an any question that levels of blood sugar less elevated than typical diabetes f the American Diabetes Association. 1 recommended by their doctors, compared to only a third who had their plications that affect the heart, large and small blood vessels, nerves, kidneys. y're all foods high in carotenoids and, as such, should help you head off that among teens and young adults followed for 15 years, non-smokers with diabetes. type 2 diabetes than non-coffee-drinkers, according to a study published lowest risk was for women who drank decaf coffee; those drinking regular the study did not prove that decaf coffee prevents diabetes but only that a most commonly used antibiotics, was until recently found mostly in hospitals ncreasingly common. Community-acquired MRSA is often found among , university and professional athletes; military recruits; children in day care oners. Risk factors include close skin-to-skin contact, cuts or abrasions in the ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL INSTALLS POWERFUL NEW CT IMAGING TECHNOLOGY FROM GE HEALTHCARE The System Provides a Diagnostic Tool for the Local Community Ashe Memorial Hospital announced today that it has acquired a new, advanced Computed Tomography Scanner from GE Healthcare. The BrightSpeed offers the latest in "multislice" CT technology along with clinical applications that will allow Ashe Memorial Hospital's physicians to quickly and accurately perform multiple diagnostic exams. These exams help diagnose disease or lifethreatening illness such as chest pain, stroke and cardiovascular disease. With the exceptional image quality, productivity, and reliability found in GE's CT products, Ashe Memorial Hospital physicians are now able to offer quality care right here at home. The system was installed in November 2006. "Our acquisition of the BrightSpeed raises the level of care that our physicians can provide for a multitude of injuries or illnesses which may lessen the need to transfer critically ill patients to other hospitals away from their family and friends," said R.D. Williams, CEO. "This system is patient friendly and its speed of producing accurate scans will help our physicians to begin treating patients by helping them to provide the diagnosis or cause of illness in a shorter period of time than previously possible. Thehighresolutionimagingcapabilities of BrightSpeed lets physicians optimize dose to the patient while at the same time gathering required diagnostic information that may reduce the need for additional, and sometimes uncomfortable, procedures. With advanced data processing features, patient information can be quickly shared with referring physicians, including three-dimensional (3-D) renderings of internal organs such as the heart and coronary arteries. "As the one of the first hospitals in our area to offer this technology, Ashe Memorial Hospital is on the leading edge of providing excellent patient care that benefits both patients and physicians," said R.D. Williams, CEO. "We are proud to once again raise the level of excellence in the healthcare services offered to the residents of Ashe County." CT Concepts believed and may be infecting 30,000 hospital patients in the United States, . About 34 per 1,000 patients were infected and an additional 12 per 1,000 RS A), infection control specialists recommend thinking of the five Cs: Computed Tomography (CT) System, also known as a "CAT Scan" is a medical diagnostic tool that allows the visualization of internal structures within the human body. This aids physicians in diagnosing disease, viewing internal abnormalities and assessing the extent of trauma damage. During a typical CT procedure, the patient is placed on a table. The table then moves the patient through the gantry (a donut-shaped device), which houses an X-ray tube and detector array. For each image acquired, the X-ray tube rotates around the patient and the X-rays pass through the patient to the detector array, and thousands of X-ray measurements are acquired. The computer then processes this information and displays the corresponding images on a computer screen. (See Figure 1) This imaging technique avoids any superimposition of organs or tissues upon one another that might occur during other types of X-ray tomographic studies. nunity-acquired MRSA (methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aurcur) from h infections that were not drug resistant. The researchers do not know why d, however, serves a population that includes persons living in public housing nd attention among breast cancer survivors suffering side effects of ng memory, learning, attention and concentration. In a study of 68 breast ements in attention. The authors stressed that more studies are needed. duccd metabolism as long as 5 to 10 years after the last dose of d Treatment [October, 20061. In tests of memory, women who had its. Many of the women in all groups, however, had normal test scores, and -term deficits in memory and concentration. About 15 percent, however, igcr for 10 years or longer. Oncologists believe the reasons may include very rapy with hormonal treatments such as tamoxifen or aromatase inhibitors. it, Healthy Smile 1 " A.she County J Figure 1 Figure 2 The CT exam creates images analogous to a single slice of bread from a whole loaf or a slice from an orange. (See Figure 2) Hence, the word 'slice' is often used to describe a view of patient anatomy. The quality of an image depends on the nature of the X-ray source and detectors, the number and speed of the measurements made, the details of the reconstruction technique (algorithm), the machine characteristics, and the methods of data display and interpretation. The computer allows healthcare professionals to shade, rotate, correlate and measure anatomy in the image. This data can be manipulated to derive even more precise clinical information. While conventional X-ray can discern tissue density difference of five percent, CT can distinguish a density difference of 1 percent or less, aiding in diagnostic confidence. www.ashememorial.org We've added a new tool to our website to make interactive healthcare a reality in the area! Community residents can now search for news and information on 5000 health-related topics by connecting to Ashe Memorial Hospital's website at www.ashememorial.org then dick on the AMH Fasthealth section. Dentures DMD 246-7473 utiful healthy smile- Call today! 180 C hatty rob Lane • PC) Box V Jefferson, V 28604 • Telephone 336-246-246! Certificates of Accreditation from reditation Commission for Healthcare SERVING THE HEART OF ASHE COUNTY SINCE 1977 You DON'T HAVE TO LEAVE TOWN TO GET THE VERY BEST CARE High Country Family Medicine • Ashe Internal Medicine Mt. Jefferson Family Medicine Dr. Charles Jones • Surgeon Dr. John Sundin - Surgeon • Dr. Chauncey Santos - Orthopedics Dr. Daniel Strickland - Gynecologist & Reproductive Endocrinologist Dr. Staci Chamberlain - Emergency Medicine Dr. Michael Tan - Emergency Medicine Dr. David Factor - Radiologist m ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Together providing the very best care in the office and in the hospital 200 Hospital Avenue • Jefferson, NC • 336-846-7101 • www.ashememorial.org �Husky Fall Sports practice begins next Monday, August 6. This week Tryouts for the 2007 Husky Volleyball team will be holding tryouts Monday, August 6 from 3 p.m. till 5 p.m. . ^ sports Los Arcoiris contends for tide in soccer league by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor Post photo courtesy of Kweta Danner Wayne Cable, of Fleetwood, a midfielder for Los Arcoris controls a ball during a recently victory for Los Arcoris on their way to finishing second in the regular season. Industrial Softball Schedule The Men's Industrial Softball League was unable to hold any games last week due to rain. The action picks hack up this week with games on Tuesday and Thursday held at Ashe Park. Here is the schedule for this week: Thesday-July 31 A Field 6:00 App. Utilities vs. AF Bank/Ashe Builders 7:15 Liddles Plumbing vs. AF Bank/Ashe Builders 8:30 Mtn. Advantage vs. UPM B Field 6:00 LPB vs. Brickslone Pizza 7:15 Dr. Pepper vs. Roland's Auto 8:30 Roland's Auto vs. LPB Thursday-August 2 Field A 6:00 Dr. Pepper vs. Mtn Advantage 7:15 LPB vs. Liddles Plumbing 8:30 Brickslone Pizza vs. Mtn. Advantage Field B 6:00 AF Bank/ Ashe Builders vs. Brickstonc Pizza 7:15 Roland's Auto vs. App. Utilities 8:30 Dr. Pepper vs. UPM The Los Arcoiris restau­ rant soccer team, which is comprised of players from Ashe County, Watauga, east­ ern Tennessee, and even as far away as Morganton is contending for the champion­ ship in the La Michoacana, an adult Spanish soccer league held in Boone. The league had 16 teams participating this year, and Los Arcoiris finished the regular season in second place with a team score of 34 points. Soccer seeding is based on a points system. A team earns three points for every win, one point for a tie, and zero points for a loss. Los Arcoiris rebounded from a shaky start early in the season and en­ tered full stride towards the middle of the season and fin­ ished with an impressive 114-1 record, which was strong enough for second place. By finishing in second place in the regular season, they earned a first round bid in the Round of 16 tourna­ ment, which started on July 22. During the regular sea­ son, two teams were forced to exit the league after confron­ tations during a game, which permitted the first and second placed team to get a free pass to the second round. Los Arco- ***** y ***** ***** 1 ***** Post photo by Michael Graybeal 1. Appalachian State 2. Furman 3. Wofford 4. Georgia Southern 5. The Citadel 6. Elon 7. Chattanooga 8. Western Carolina Apps top preseason SoCon polls; Richardson, Lynch voted Preseason Players of the Year GREENVILLE, S.C. - Apilachian State University otball was a near unanious choice to win its thirdraight Southern Conference lampionship in the league's •eseason polls announced t Tuesday at the annual >Con Football Rouser at the reenville Embassy Suites. Appalachian received 7-8 first-place votes in the aches' poll (coaches only >te for the conference's othseven teams) and claimed include: Alfredo Alvarez, Alvaro Leon, Audan Parks, Ce­ sar Alvarez, Enrique Rodri­ guez, Fernando Leon, Genaro Leon, Jesus Garcia, Joel Cow­ an, Joel Leon, Juan Gregorio, Leonardo Garcia, Michael Graybeal, Nicolas Rodriguez, Rigoberto Hernandez, Seth Pierce, and Wayne Cable. Look for details of the Championship Game in up­ coming papers of the Jeffer­ son Post. Last week, despite heavy rainfall on Tuesday and Wednesday, Husky Football Head Coach Bill Strong along with some assistant coaches and members of the varsity squad held the Husky Football Camp. The camp taught the particpants the fundamentals of football in an enjoyable learning atmosphere. Due to rainfall, the camp was only held on Monday and Thursday mornings, but Coach Strong was impressed with the improvements of the campers. On Thursday, after the camp, campers along with the members of the Husky Football Program, took time for a picture before departing. of Finish: all 27 votes in the media poll. Additionally, Walter Payton Award candidate Kevin Richardson and Buck Bu­ chanan Award candidate Co­ rey Lynch were named the SoCon's preseason Offensive and Defensive Players of the Year, respectively, by both the coaches and media. The Mountaineers also had 13 representatives on the coaches' preseason all-con­ ference squads. Quarterback Armanti Edwards, offensive linemen Kerry Brown, Ma­ rio Acitelli and Scott Suttle, ing the regular season. **SHt, Predicted Order by Appalachian Sports formation **** **!«* Preseason Polls: Kevin Richardson (left) and Corey Lynch (right) are the SoCon's Preseason Players of the Year. noto courtesy of Kweta Danner ACHS hosts youth football camp 2007 SoCon Post photo courtesy of GoASU.com Post Los Arcorls soccer team pos ) for a photo before a game d iris took advantage of the free Los Arcoiris to stand on the pass to rest up for their sec­ beneficiary side of a forfeit ond round game, which was in the Semi-Finals. The for­ held this past Sunday, July feit allows them to advance 29. Los Arcoiris advanced to to the Championship game the Semi-Finals with a tough for the first time since 2002. 3-2 victory Sunday at Har­ The Championship Game is din Park Middle School. For­ scheduled for August 12 with tunately for Los Arcoiris, in the time and location not be­ the game following them on ing established as of press Sunday, the two teams were time. Los Arcoiris has a talented suspended from the league following a disagreement roster with 18 players signed during the game to allow onto the team. The 18 players defensive end Gary Tharrington, linebacker Pierre Banks, cornerback Jerome Touchstone, kicker Julian Rauch and return specialist Dexter Jackson joined Rich­ ardson and Lynch on the first team. Cornerback Justin Woazeah was a second-team selection along with Jackson, who was a second-teamer at wide receiver. Appalachian (14-1, 7-0 So­ Con in 2006) opens defense of its back-to-back NCAA Di­ vision I national champion­ ships on Sept. 1 at Michigan. Sixth Annual Endowment Fund Golf Tournament results Held Wednesday, July 18, 2007 Winners: 1st Gross: Vannoy and Sons Construction: 55 Members: Renn Johnson. Mike Johnson. Mitch Johnson. Buddy Ellison 2nd Gross: T.W. Howell Con­ struction: 57 Members: Tommy Howell. Wal­ ter McCoy, Tiny Williamson. Ed Rodgers 3rd Gross: Sharin' Food Service Sales: 57 Members: Mac Combs. Steve Shirley. Phil McLain, Johnny Smith 1st Net: SkyLinc/ SkyBcst: 44 Members: Bill Oliver. Dr. Jeff Cox. Tre Bell. Dan McMillan 2nd Net: Blue Ridge Elem.: 44 Members: Cindy Price, Bessie Clay, John Brown. Jeff Brown 3rd Net: K&K Sports: 45 Members: Keg Ferguson, Nathan Colvard, Steve Taylor. Dillon Poe The Sixth Annual Endowment Fund Golf Tournament raised approximately $10,900 for Ashe County Schools Endowment Fund. The Endowment Fund provides funding for teacher mini grants and also provides funding for accessories that the schools cannot fund. This year. 27 teams competed in the tournament. Donations/ Door Prize donators: Wal-Mart Magic Video Style Depot. Inc. Bob LaDew/ Griffin Marketing Group Smoky Mountain BBQ Parker Tic Coca-Cola Bottling Company Classic Homes of the High Country Little's Health and Fitness Stephen Shoemaker Dr Pepper Bottling Company Lance Builder's Mart First Charter Bank Carroll Leather, Inc. Mary Howell Wellington Benefits, Inc. Ashe County Ford, Inc. Northwestern Emerg. Vehicles Old Hollow Travel American Emergency Vehicles Corporate Sponsors: Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation SkyLine/SkyBcst Hole In One Sponsor: West Jefferson Chevrolet Blue Ridge Golf Cart and Utility Hole Sponsor: Ashe County High School Ashe County Middle School Blue Ridge Elementary Mountain View Elementary Wcstwood Elementary Coca-Cola Bottling Company Dr Pepper Bottling Company Pepsi Bottling Ventures Ashe Federal Ashe Memorial Hospital First Citizens Bank Greene Architecture Miller's Insurance Pet Dairy Sexton Tree Farms Sharin' Food Service Sales, Inc. Sherwin-Williams Company Surry Insurance T.W. Howell Construction Vannoy and Sons Const., Inc. Walsworth Yearbooks Joel W. Yates, DDS Post photo by Linda Burchette Scott Grubb makes this putt while his teammates look on at hole 2 during the tournament on July 18 for the Ashe County Schools Endowment Fund. �TUESDAY, JULY 31, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 9 SPORTS Mountaineer Football Fan Fest set for August 18 by Appalachian Sports Information The Ashe County Middle School Football Program will begin practice on Wednesday, August 1 for the 2007 Silver and Blue Bulldog Football Season. There will be a pre-season parent meeting at 5:30 p.m., lasting till 6 p.m. and then practice for the Blue and Silver teams will follow from 6 p.m. till 8 p.m. An updated physical is REQUIRED to practice and there is no charge to play. July 26 HCDGC Scores Place 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th Name Todd Patoprsty and Daniel Quin Todd Rieger and Doug Trimbach Ben Whitehead and Michael Bennett Ezra Gardner and Scott Farkus Matt Bostic and Josh Lyalls Score -10 -9 -5 -3 -1 Season Standings Rank) Name Total Avg 1) Todd Rieger 2) Todd Patoprsty -58 -61 3) Doug Trimbach 4) Daniel Quin 5) Ben Whitehead -56 -38 -39 -17 -19 -17 -8 1 -9 2 -9.7 58 -10.2 56 -9.3 55 -7.6 40 -6.5 34 -4.3 24 6) Matt Bostic 7) Todd Lion 8) Craig Colistra 8) Ezra Gardner 10) Brian Felkel 10) Mel Jones 12) Josh Lyalls -9.5 -4.3 -2.7 0.3 -9.0 f~\ 'y 0.7 Pts 18 15 15 11 11 9 BOONE, N.C. — Fans of all ages will have an oppor­ tunity to get up close and personal with the two-timedefending NCAA Division I national champions just weeks before the quest for a third-straight title begins at Appalachian State Universi­ ty football's annual Fan Fest, on Saturday, Aug. 18 at Kidd Brewer Stadium. The fun-filled event, which routinely attracts thousands of fans to The Rock, begins at 4 p.m. with the following attractions for Mountaineer faithful young and old: • Autograph Stations — youngsters can collect au­ tographs from their favorite ASU gridiron stars through­ out the afternoon. • Skills Clinics — Moun­ taineer players will conduct clinics to show future AilAmericans the basics of foot­ ball, including passing, rush­ ing, receiving, lineman skills, pass coverage, kicking and punting. • Face Painting — ASU cheerleaders complete the perfect look for the ultimate Mountaineer fan by painting faces Black and Gold. • ASU Bookstore — The ASU Bookstore rolls out the latest in attire for the 2007 campaign. • ASU Athletics Sale — In addition to gear from the ASU Bookstore, fans will also have the opportunity to purchase game-worn jerseys, Jerry Moore bobblehead dolls, 2007 ASU football me­ dia guides and more. • 2007 Tickets — The KBS Ticket Plaza will be Format: • Random draw doubles, best shot • $4 entry. $1 enters into ACEPOOL (currently at $100) • $1 additional fee for non-club members • Cash prize for top finishers. • 2 points for participation, 2 points each for the winners, and 1 point for every person you score better than ASU Yosef Club holds 17th annual summer golf benefit by Appalachian Sports Information JEFFERSON, N.C. - The Yo­ sef Club continued its fundraising efforts by holding its 17th annual Yosef Golf Benefit Fri­ day, hosted by Jefferson Land­ ing Golf Club. One hundred and twenty golfers participated in the event, which included three different divisions along with a putting contest. The different divisions comprised of a mixed couples division, corporate challenge division and a golden Mountain­ eer division. Among those that took part in the event were chan­ cellor Dr. Kenneth E. Peacock, athletics director Charlie Cobb and head football coach Jerry Moore. Yosef Club director, Gerald Adams explained the signifi­ cance of this event for the Yosef Club. "We will get anywhere from $15-18,000 from this outing,"Adams said. "Each indi­ vidual golfer pays $150 to play, along with the corporate chal­ lenge teams paying a $1000 per team. In addition to this, we also have different companies that sponsor individual holes." Adams also encouraged oth­ ers to join the Yosef Club and support its cause. "We would love to have more people become apart of the Yo­ sef Club and continually help to provide scholarships to our Mountaineer athletes." Adams said. open for fans that still need to purchase their tickets to witness the Apps' quest for a third-straight national championship. Season tick­ ets, mini-season packages and single-game tickets (if available) will all be on sale at the KBS Ticket Plaza. Beginning at 6 p.m., head coach Jerry Moore and his staff will unveil the 2007 Mountaineers for their final intra-squad scrimmage be­ fore the Sept. 1 season opener at Michigan. The scrimmage will include all of the trap­ pings of a typical Saturday at The Rock, including in-game entertainment from the ASU Marching Mountaineers. Admission to Fan Fest is FREE. Due to freshman move-in on that same day, parking will not be available in KBS Stadium Lot. Fans may park in the following ar­ eas: Rivers Street bike lanes, Rivers Street parking deck, Raley Lot, Duncan Lot or any other legal parking area on campus that is not reserved for move-in traffic. Parking is on a first-come, first-serve basis. For more information, con­ tact the ASU marketing and promotions office at (828) 262-6554. Post photo courtesy of GoASU.com Dexter Jackson and the Mountaineers will be on hand for ASU football's annual Fan Fest on Saturday, Aug. 18 at Kldd Brewer Stadium. Jefferson Post / NASCAR STOPF Pick the winner of the race & win $20! Be sure to watch the Pennsylvania 500 on Sunday, August 5th and play the NASCAR contest with the Jefferson Post. Please check Pit: S-fco-p for our Friday, August 10th edition for the winner information on this race. 1 • Must to 21 years old or older to enter, i •'liMmilll.MiM i | Race Penn&y/oania Pocono Raceway 500 I 8-5-07 Race Winner ^ Your Name _ I Your Address. State. |City .Zip_ Phone # I I TIE BREAKER: (PLEASE GUESS THE NUMRER OF CAUTIONS DURING THIS RACE) Mail this form to: Jefferson Post, PO Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694, or bring by our office at 203 S. Second Ave. in West Jefferson 2. Only one (1) entry per person per race. Duplicate entries will void all entries for that person, for that race. You may enter as many separate races as you like hroughout the contest. 3. Entry form is published with the contest each race In order to be eligible you must use the official entry form for that race from the JEFFERSON POST or its facsimile. How to Win - Write down the name of the driver you think will win that week's race on the entry form. If you answer correctly, you win $20. In the event of a tie. the person guessing closest to the number of cautions during the race will win $20. 5. All entries must be received in the office of the JEFFERSON POST no later than 5:00pm the Friday before the race that is entered. Due to the change in ownership of the Jefferson Post, we are unable to continue to offer Bonus Points for the Nascar Contest. We will continue to award a weekly prize of $20 to the winner of the Nascar Contest. No Purchase Necessary to Win A Special Thanks To Our Great Sponsors: WEST JEFFERSON CHEVROLET AN AMERICAN REVOLUTION West Jefferson, NC • 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy.net EMPIRE King of the Mountain Chrysler • Jeep • Dodge Post photo courtesy of GoASU.com Gerald Adams, Doug Justice, Jim Young and Brian Hoagland enjoyed the Yosef Club Golf Benefit on Friday, at Jefferson Landing Golf Club. New 2007 2000 West US Ram 1500 Reg Cab Hwy 421 SXT4x2 wilkesboro, NC $13,888 866-380-2458 Parker Tie Company Inc. Building Supply and Hardware 19 South 3rd Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.parkertie.doitbest.com (336) 246-2611 THE Place to Win! CCS, Inc. (j)YAM AH A of Jefferson Maimtree t • Jettcrson, NC • 84 ( 744 �PAGE 10 TUESDAY, JULY 31, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm CLASSIFIED DEADLINES Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) 300Miscellaneous I 140-Help Wanted Accounting Tech (160-01-0002) FT with New River Behavioral Healthcare. Work base Watauga. Duties: com­ plete processiong of computireized payrool. Familiarity with quarter­ ly/annual payroll tax re­ porting. Prefer individu­ al with accounting background, possess­ ing strong computer and organization skills. May also include proc­ essing of AP. Minimum ments: require­ Graduation from highschool or equivalent and 2 years IMPORTAN1 accounting experience INFORMATION or Associates degree in In the case of an error Business or Accounting on our part, credit will field. Salary Grade 59 / be given for the first Hiring range $24,744 t. St incorrect run only. The $28,224. Submit state and Jefferson Post is application not responsible for school transcript to: incorrect copy submit­ Watauga Employment Commission ted by the advertiser Security or for typographical 207 Winklers Creek errors which do not Rd. Boone NC 28607. lessen the value of the Criminal records check and pre-employment ad. drug testing is required. Charges Rates depend on size of ad and number of runs. Please call Classified Dept. for information. Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 (We accept personal check. Visa or Master Card) Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax' (336) 846-7165 e-mail: classified® jeffersonpost.com WUaK' W0D. www.jeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come In and pick them up. THANKYOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER'S NOTICE: All real estato advertising In this newspaper Is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise any preferences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex. handicap, financial status or national origin includes children un­ der the age of 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate which Is In violation of Ihe law. Our readers are here by informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for Ihe hearing impaired is 1 -800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found favorite pet item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. 140-Help Wanted Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds) SALESPERSON WANTED: Experienced Manufactured/Modular home salesperson needed to assist cus­ tomers with their home buying process. Earn up to $1.000 per week, plus commission, plus great benefit package. Background check and drug test required. Fax resume to (336)9734478. Production Operators Electronic manufacture located in Boone, N.C. is seeking production operators. Excellent benefits, work schedule - 1st shift 7:00 a.m. 3:30 p.m., 2nd shift 3:30 p.m.-12:00 . a.m. Applications available at Employment Securi­ ty Commission, 828265-5385. EEOE. EOE/AAE. J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 SUMMER JOBS IMMEDIATE NEED Bus & Van Drivers, Full & Part-time Office Manager and Part-time Assistant. Call for appointment 246-6112 or 246-3066 SUPERVISOR NEEDED Supervisor with experi­ ence in: 1. Quality Control 2. Shipping, Receiving 3. Manage at least 5 employees 4. Very organized 5. Self motivated 6. Good Communica­ tion Skills and follow 7. Must have a mini­ mum of 1 year expe­ rience Manufacturing environ­ ment. If intrested appli­ cations accepted Mon­ day thru Thursday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. US Chemical Storage 1806 River Street. Hwy 268 West Wilkesboro, NC 28697 Phone: 336-838-2095 Fax: 336-838-0045 235-Christmas Trees Christmas Tree Farm for Sale Nathans Creek Hwy 221N Turn on JE Gentry Rd 1st trees on right 977-2799/846-7029 Fraser Fir Christmas Trees available in all sizes. Call for Pricing 336-877-7176 260-Garage/Yard Sales United Chemi-Con Employees Yard Sale Saturday, August 4 7:00 to 12:00 Noon Company Parking Lot ® 185 McNeil Road Lansing YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 Copy and payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tuesday Edition Friday by 9 am Friday Edition Wednesday by 9 am Two Inch space for the above costs. 290-Horses & Livestock PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION ATTENTION! Retired Refined Sophisticated Gentleman Part time /Full time Handyman Personal Assistant Correspondent Accounting Quick Books Home Design / Drafting Poet / Writer/ Genealogist. Resume available Salary & hours negotiable 336-977-2287 BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. For Sale: Mec600Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press. 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. 310-Musical IJM.Mil.-f'tl: Grands - Consoles new & rebuilt - We lease, buy, move. tune, refinish & rebuild pianos Acme • Piano Man 800-745-3950 330-Pets 10 FREE KITTENS! Will Pay $10 for each kitten taken to purchace food! PLEASE HELP!!! WE Don't want to take them to Animal Control! 384-3917 (Oops! We posted the wrong phone number Initially. This is the right one!) that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more Information DOG FOUND: Brown with White Markings. Male Golden Retriever Mix on Wen­ dy Hill Rd. in Fleet­ wood. 336-977-6263 Found in Nettle Knob area on Saturday, July 14: Male Siberian Huskey to claim call 877-1707 LOST DOG Chocolate Lab Male, 6 Months old Wearing red collar w/cable attached. Lost on Bald Mtn. Rd in BeaverCreek. REWARD $500 for safe return call: Danny Spenser 846-2191 or 877-7757 PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS * PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent 500-Mobile Homes for Sale FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our Tor rentsections. Call us at 336-846-7164 For Sale: 3 Bdrm, 1 Bath house located in West Jefferson. No pets allowed. $600.00 Security plus 1 st Deposit month's rent and references required. Call 336-246-4817. Little Classifieds... BIG RESULTS! House For Sale (own­ er). New 3bd/2bath doublewide. I490sq.ft. Never lived in. on half acre lot. Partially fur­ nished. Lyalls Acres. $117,500. (207)566-0801 LOOKING TO BUY YOUR FIRST HOME?? Great package for first time buyer land home packages!! 336-973-4462 NEW GOVERNMENT LOANS!! New 3-4 Bedroom land/home packages. Qualifying hot line 336-973-4462 WE GET ER DONE!! New land home doublewide and modulars Available now.... 440-Offices, GOVERNMENT Bldgs., For MAKES DOWN Rent/Lease or PAYMENT New Generation Sale Homes FOR LEASE 3.600 336-973-4462 square feet of offices in down. Land Jefferson Station with ZERO outside entrance. 12 home packages. (336) offices, waiting room, 2 973-4462. baths, break area, stor­ 530-Lots & age spaces, recently renovated paved park­ Acreage ing. For more informa­ Do you have a lot tion call Carol Stone or acreage for sale? 919/741-0403 or Tom List it in the Jefferson Banks 919/796-1740 Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 NEED OFFICE SPACE to place your ad. WITHOUT EXTRA EX­ PENSES? Jefferson Station has 500 Sq. Ft. 535-Commercial and 1000 Sq. Ft. office Property spaces with all utilities furnished except Commercial Building in phone. For more infor­ Lansing for R3nt, 1034 mation call Carol Stone sq fett. $300 919/741-0403 or Tom 561-750-2399 Banks 919/796-1740. NEED RETAIL SPACE AT A REASONALBE PRICE? Jefferson Sta­ 460-Mobile Homes for Rent Mobile Home for rent on New River. Hwy 163. Partially furnished: $140 per week. 490-Houses / Apts. for Sale tion, the new mall, in West Jefferson has re­ tail space at great rates. Utilities are fur­ nished except phone. For more information call Carol Stone 919/741-0403 or Tom Banks 919/796-1740 1195-Legals STATE Of NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF ASHE NOTICE TO Having qualified as Ad­ ministrator, CTA, of the estate of Ferris Eugene Lane, late of Ashe County. North Carolina, this is to notify all per­ sons having claims against said estate to present the same to the undersigned to Mark Ashley Lane, c/o VANNOY& REEVES, PLLC, P.O. Drawer 67, West Jefferson, North Carolina 28694. on or before the 29th day of October, 2007, or this Notice will b pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate are re­ quested to make imme­ diate payment to the undersigned. This 31st day of July, 2007. For more information. Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 mm/ CAN'T TOUCH THIS!!! NEW MODELS DOUBLEWIDES, LAND/HOME No CREDIT!!! 1ST TIME HOME BUYERS QUICK APPROVAL 336-973-4462 Therefore, eye strain. Mark Ashley Lane TOWN OF WEST JEFFERSON PUBLIC HEARING The Board of Aldermen for the Town of West Jefferson will hold a public hearing on Thursday, August 2, 2007 at 5:55 PM at Town Hall. The pur­ pose of this meeting is to receive comment and to amend the zoingin ordinance of the Town of West Jeffer­ son. A text amendment to the Highway-Com­ mercial (H-C) District is requested. The pro­ posed text amendment will add the permitted use of the "Bed and Breakfast." Lorrie and Stuart McLauchlan re­ quested this amend­ ment in order to insure the uses of their prop­ erty are consistent with the H-C Zoning District. Eye strain from computer use is the number one complaint of office workers. Talk to your eyecare professional about computer eyewear to help prevent eye strain. The Vision Council of America recommends regular eye exams for you and your family to ensure healthy vision. www.checkyearly.com 1115Professionals Scenic Mountain Home 1790 Sq Ft, 3 BR/2 BA, Refurbished Interior, .78 acre, beautifully landscaped. $210,000 FSBO 336-846-3382 919-943-8080 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. FOR HIRE Let me help you to create unique logos. brochures, business cards, booklets and camera ready ads. High-end quality at reasonable rates. No job too big i or too small. For more information, please call Firefly Graphx at 336-982-5145 or email fireflvcanoe & yahoo,com 1195-Legals ATTENTION: ALL FU­ TURE HOME BUY­ NOTICE TO CREDERS!! Just in 4 ITORS MONTHS Winter Will Be Upon Us. You Need Having qualified as Ad­ To Buy Now So You ministrator to the Es­ 336-877-2330 Can Be In Your New tate of Sharon Maria Home Before Cold and Simon, late of Ashe Snowy Weather Sets County, North Carolina, 380-Trucks & In. Call For Appoint­ this is to notify all per­ 4x4s for Sale ment At 336-973-2335 sons having claims 2002 Dodge Dakota, Freedom Homes Ask against said estate to present them to the un­ 4x4, extra cab, V-8, For D S Prevette. dersigned at 2563 BraCD, AC, Cruise. Great Check Out the ley School Rd., Moortruck. $13,500. Call esville, N.C., 28117 on 336-384-1047. Jefferson Post for or before the 17th day SHOPPING FOR A of November, 2007, or 4X4? the latest deals on this Notice will be Keep Checking the pleaded in bar of their Mobile Homes by Classified Ads. recovery. All persons indebted to the estate Local Dealers will please make imme­ 430-Rooms, diate payment to the Apts., Houses First Time Home Buy­ undersigned. For Rent ers...ZERO (0) Down!!! We make it EASY. This the 17th day of Ju­ Applications are now (336) 973-4462. ly, 2007. being accepted for Land owners. GuarenHousing for teed. Home approvals. Dwight Austin Kennedy Senior Citizens (336) 973-4462 Executor/Administrator at Spruce Hills for the Estate of Apartments in Sharon Maria Simon West Jefferson. NC 'One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments 'Handicapped accessible •Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available I work. Simple. Ask your employer about Earth Slurc. . The workplace Hiving program that brings the leading environmental groups under one umbrella. And over 90% of Earth Share contributions go directly to the groups, lo learn more please visit our website at www.enrthshare.org. ' One environment. One simple EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, INC. Want to join our health care team? Full-time C.NwVUnit Secretary Day-shift position in our Nursing Department. Competitive Salary Shift Differential Every other weekend off Benefits include vacation, health, dental, life, and cancer insurance, retirement plan, medicine at a reduced cost. To apply: apply in person at Human Resources of Ashe Memorial Hospital or mail your resume to Attn: Human Resources, Ashe Memorial Hospital, Inc., 200 Hospital Ave, Jefferson, NC 28640, on-line at www. ashememorial.org or email to hr@ashemcmorial.org. Earth Share Dr. Pepper Bottling Company of West Jefferson lias immediate employment opportunities for the following positions: Route Delivery Person: This job consists of delivery and merchandising of product to stores. Job will be 45-50 hours per week. Pay will be commensurate with experience and ability to learn job. Average pay for this job is $26,000 - $30,000 per year. This job requires a CDL License and up to date medical card to perform. (Anyone wishing to apply and does not have a CDL License may do so, however a CDL License must be obtained within 6 weeks after starting employment.) 2. Service Technician / Handyman Person: This will be a 40 hour per week job. Pay will he commensurate with experience. Applications and interview will be taken on Thursday, August 2, 2007 between the hours of 8:00 am - 4:00 pm at Dr. Pepper Distribution Center located on Hwy 163, West Jefferson. Anyone needing more information may call Nick Lawrence at 246-4591 or Chris Taylor at 977-3230 anytime between 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Monday - Friday. Dr. Pepper is an equal opportunity employer. �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 11 TUESDAY, JULY 31, 2007 COMMUNITY NEWS Little Theatre to present 'Greater Tuna' Tuna, Texas, the third September 2, with curtain at smallest town in the state is 2:00. Directed by Tom Fowler the setting for Greater Tuna, Ashe County Little Theatre's and Robbie Franklin, and end of summer production. produced by Jane Lonon, This hilarious comedy, writ­ Greater Tuna has enter­ ten by Jaston Williams, Joe tained audiences ^ince its Sears, and Ed Howard, fea­ creation. Based on a politi­ tures an eclectic band of citi­ cal cartoon, Tuna began as zens portrayed by only two a party skit and grew into a performers. You will want critically acclaimed produc­ to be part of the audience as tion. Greater Tuna toured Robbie Franklin and Tom nationwide, culminating in a Fowler bring the men, women, one year run Off-Broadway children and even animals of at Circle in the Square The­ Tuna, Texas to the Ashe Civic atre. Following its New York Center stage. Evening shows debut, Tuna was made into will be offered on August an HBO Special, produced by 24, 25, 31, and September 1, Norman Lear. Greater Tuna with curtain at 7:30 nightly. has since played throughout Two Sunday matinees will the country, internationally be offered on August 26 and in Scotland, and back home CALHOUN CLEARING & GRADING • Road Construction • Water Gardens & Landscaping Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and part time residents of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. "Since J9S9" Thomas Reed - Owner 336-246-3434 Wesley Calhoun 977-9040 • 846-4688 • 977-4882 445 Wade Vanno> Dr.•West Jefferson, NC,/ 1 H&J Lawn Services Lot Maintenance ^ Minor Landscaping Serving Ashe & Alleghany Counties FREE ESTIMATES 9464 Hwy 16II •6rassy Creek. MC 28831 336-982-4651 V 336-385-8563 FREE ESTIMATES Senior Citizens Discounts Serving Wilkes and Surrounding Counties North Wilkcshoro 336-670-3554 All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs ,pionecr • Tree Trimming • Tree Removal • Dump Truck • Chipper • Clearing Lots • Cutting Views • FREE ESTIMATES ' .Panasonic Samsung 607C S. Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-246-HDTV (4388) Fax: 336-246-2443 FREE ESTIMATES! Bob Cox ,780 Anderson Hill Rd.' Lansing, NC Cell: 977-2978 Home: 384-4978 Muldv llw IBT Prim Possible, 336-384-2063 TREE SERVICE W Kay Combs\ Tree, Serines Tree Topping.Trimming and Removal FREE ESTIMATES Allen Miller Cox's Stump Grinding & Tree Service Hedge Trimming, Landscaping, Bash hogging f||uAll Dangerous Trees Free Estimates 336-977-1272 or 336-982-6218 a COUNTRY OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE SIT Serving the High Country "Fully Insured" "%/JKCMTVF SUETMTUC SXJUNK' Owner: Charles Roop Lansing, NC 2 s years LxpezLensr it • I icciM'ri in North Iamlinu VA Insult roofing of all kindKoof Fainting • In-uird .V ill Work 0iiarant<-«-<l BOB'S TREE SERVICE^ Sony Sharp ROOP'S ROOFING ASHE COUNTY ROOFING 336-3K4-3033 w TREE SERVICE i®1 TELEVISION CENTER Mountain TV Center ivtmer The Ashe County Health Department will be offering Free Vision Screening as part of Health Month at the Li­ brary. On Friday, August 17 from 1-4 p.m., a nurse from the Health Department will be conducting vision screen­ ing for people of all ages in the meeting room at the li­ brary. The test will let people know if they need glasses. That morning Lara Han­ dler, Outreach and Volun­ teer Services Librarian at the North Carolina Library for the Blind and Physical­ ly Handicapped will be on the "Happy Time Show" on WKSK. Then from 10 - 12 Lara will be talking about services available, answer­ ing questions and helping people find out how to apply for these services. as a command performance for President and Mrs. Bush in 1990 and 1991. Mark your calendar todaiy for this side-splitting perfor­ mance by two talented, versa­ tile actors as they bring Tuna, Texas to life. Reserved seating for Greater Tuna is available in advance from the Ashe Coun­ ty Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students; they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336-846ARTS. BF LAWN CARE rNorthwest iaHW^ Lawn Care, Inc. ^ • Foundations • Drainage/Erosion Control • Land Clearing Library programs GREATER TUNA SATELLITE JOE'S IV AND Free Estimates Fully Insured 35 Years Experience CONSTRUCTION Mountain Welding • Commercial • Residential • Customized 24 Hour Welding Service Portable Units lor On site Welding Ashe County's ONLY NC DOT Certified Pipe Welder iiyHOME REPAIRS Appleseed j& K Construction Phone: 336-246-5634 Cell: 336-977-8701 • Stainless Steel • Aluminum • Mild Steel / Quality Home Repairs • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation • Basement Remodeling Seasonal Opening A Closing All typei ot repairs and maintenance for your home or business. All calls returned. Maintenance Contracts by request. Pecks • Remodeling • Pressure Washing • Replacement Windows • Painting INSURED'FREE ESTIMATES P.O. Box 276 • Warrensvllle, NC 28693 John Barker 336-384-3222 Kenny Spencer ,336-384-2761 • cell: 877-7829A Herb Mckittrick Cell: 336-977-1455 mj SATELLITE DIRECTV. JVC SALES !c SERVICE zenith TV'S ft HOME THEATRES a tiki / a v- Tne Stop f0r I TV/f^ Authorized Technicians On Board 30 Plus Years Experience 336-384-9192 982-3335 Shop located at: 245 VbnTurner Rd. .West Jefferson, NC ih "ELECTRICAL Industrial • Commercial • Residential (podtz.1 a Shctxicoi M CI NTYRE D ISPOSAL S ERVICES Bradley W. McIntyre • Owner • Residential Pick-up Service • $40.00 Quarterly • Special Pick up Service Available DEPENDABLE AND PROMPT SERVICE" is OUR MOTTO! Serving Ashe, Avery & Watauga • Call 828-773-2805 today and get your disposal removal tomorrow! _ - H IGT (IRADlNf Boone Grading Co., Inc. j No Job Too Small or Too Large! LICENSED & INSURED FREE ESTIMATES • Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds Contact Robert Holman Land Clearing • Road Building Office: 828-963-4069 Fax: 828-963-8610 • Septic Systems • Basements • Footers Cell: 828-773-6736 1 Contracting Co. yYtcwntam Field Excavating & Hauling 336-877-5010 Where Quality is a Tradition All Work Guaranteed / Licensed, Bonded & Insured nar- GRAPHIC DESIGN mm Meeting all your Graphic Design needs. No job too big or too smalll 336-982-5145 ftreflycanoe@yahoo.com No JOB Too SMALL! Von HAVE THE JOB...WE HAVE THE EQUIPMENT? • Homesites • Spring Work Lot Clearing Basement/Footers 'Ponds • Ditching Driveways Gravel, Mulch, Dirt Michael Pennington 336-385-2346 Mobile: 336-977-1312 isr SANITATION SERVICE •u\os Sanitation Sen/; William & Amy Phillips It's Finally Here! t[ VV<f are now A Private Trash Service accepting new for Ashe County! accounts Garbage Service includes: Weekly or Biweekly Pickup Residential. Light Commercial and Small Business Accepted Contact us at: 828-394-4944 or 828-292-3211 Toll Free: 877-217-9866 • 8am - 6pm �PAGE 12 TUESDAY, JULY 31, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Vacation Bible Schools, decorations planned Tuesday July 31 iy Methodist Church. Rev. Charles McCoy is the guest speaker. 7 p.m.: Bible School will be Calloway Cemetery, PO Box 1426, Jefferson, NC 28640 2 p.m.: There will be a held at Valley Home Baptist Church July 30 through Aug. 3 at 7 p.m. each night. Everyone Decoration Service at the Lewis Cemetery (Buffalo Community). Rev. Charles is the theme for this year's VBS. is invited to attend. The church We will have free dinner each is located on Three Top Road evening through Friday, Aug. in Todd. * 3, at 6:30 p.m., followed by 7 p.m.: LAST VACATION Bible lessons with a Western BIBLE SCHOOL OF THE theme! Enjoy Chatter's Theater, SUMMER! Peak Creek Church Spotlight Drama featuring par­ of the Brethren. August 1 ticipating children, crafts and through August 4, 7-8:30 p.m. more. Kids will see the Bible Crafts, Puppets, Bible Stories, come to life. There also be an and Time Travel! Join us in the Time Machine and get back in adult class. Get ready for a wild ride, pardners, through God's time for Jesus! Word at Helton United Methodist Church, 15323 Hwy 194 North. Call 384-4243 for more infor­ mation. The charge includes Saturday, August 4, 2007 Helton, Lansing and Trinity will mark the seventh year that descendants of "Yankee United Methodist Churches. 7 p.m.: Bible School will be John" Church will descend upon Jefferson, North Carolina held at Valley Home Baptist Church July 30 through Aug. to visit family and friends. The 3 at 7 p.m. each night. Everyone hundreds of participants attend­ is invited to attend. The church ing the reunion over the past few is located on Three Top Road years have met family members they didn't know they had and in Todd. made new friends in an area of the country known for it's beau­ ty and hospitality. Family mem­ 7 p.m.: Bible School will be bers from California to Florida held at Valley Home Baptist and from Washington state to Church July 30 through Aug. Chesapeake, Virginia will again 3 at 7 p.m. each night. Everyone exchange genealogical infor­ is invited to attend. The church mation about Church ances­ is located on Three Top Road tors. All Church descendants in Todd. are welcome. Old "Yankee" had a lot of children and his kids had a bunch as well. Many of us will gather nightly start­ 7 p.m.: Bible School will be ing Wednesday August 1st, held at Valley Homo Baptist 07 by the campfire at Dave Church July 30 through Aug. Church's camper in Greenfield 3 at 7 p.m. each night. Everyone Campground all are welcome, is invited to attend. The church bring a chair. Thursday night is located on Three Top Road chili dinner... Friday golf in Todd. Friday dinner at Shatley Springs 7 p.m.: LAST VACATION are some of the other activi­ BIBLE SCHOOL OF THE ties... call for more info. Lewis will be the speaker. Donations for the upkeep of the cemetery may be sent to Lewis Cemetery, c/o Jerry Kemp, 724 Kemp-Lewis Circle, West Jefferson, NC 28694. 2 p.m.: Decoration at the Poe Cemetery on Ashe Park Road. Rev. Glenn Woodie will be the speaker. Pauline Hart and Kathy May will be the guest singers. Everyone is welcome to attend. 2 p.m.: Decoration at Weaver Cemetery on Teaberry Rd. 2:30 p.m.: There will be a dec­ oration at the Rash Cemetery Devotional by Rev. Ken Howell. Everyone is welcome. with Rev. Russell Sheets preaching. Everyone is invited. The cemetery is on Three Top Road. 2 p.m.: Osborne decoration on Soup Bean Branch Road. 6 p.m.: Bristol Baptist Church: Still Blessed will be singing 6:30 p.m.: Helton United He Methodist Charge Vacation Bible School. Avalanche Ranch Saturday August 4 Tuesday July 31 Wednesday August 1 SUMMER! Peak Creek Church of the Brethren. August 1 5-7 p.m.: Zion United Methodist Church will have a through August 4, 7-8:30 p.m. Crafts, Puppets, Bible Stories, and Time Travel! Join us in the Time Machine and get back in time for Jesus! fish fry. Adults $8, children 12 and under, $6. 7 p.m.: LAST VACATION Thursday August 2 7 p.m.: Bible School will be held at Valley Home Baptist Church July 30 through Aug. 3 at 7 p.m. each night. Everyone is invited to attend. The church is located on Three Top Road in Todd. 7 p.m.: LAST VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL OF THE SUMMER! Peak Creek Church of the Brethren. August 1 through August 4, 7-8:30 p.m. Crafts, Puppets, Bible Stories, and Time Travel! Join us in the Time Machine and get back in time for Jesus! BIBLE SCHOOL OF THE SUMMER! Peak Creek Church of the Brethren. August 1 through August 4, 7-8:30 p.m. Crafts, Puppets, Bible Stories, and Time Travel! Join us in the Time Machine and get back in time for Jesus! Sunday August 5 Calvary Free Will Baptist Church Youth Sunday: Aug. 5. We have a very special guest speaker lined up to preach. His name is Jacob Berry, and he is from Oklahoma. His story is one that truly brings glory to God. 10 a.m.: Healing Springs Baptist Church announces that their Annual Decoration. Friday August 3 Regular Worship Service will be at 11:00. Rev. Jack Pugh pastor invites you to attend. 5:15 p.m.: Rock Bottom will perform in the new Back Street Park, just below the library, on 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Peak Creek Church of the Brethren's Vacation Bible School Awards and T-Shirts. 11 a.m.: Decoration day service at Mt. Zion United Methodist Church in Piney the back street Friday, August 3, from 5:15 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. Enjoy great music in a beautiful setting, before or after dinner, and visit with your friends and neighbors. Concert provided by West Jefferson Community Partnership. Creek. Covered Dish dinner after service. 7 p.m.: Preaching services 1 p.m.: Decoration will be held at Calloway Cemetery with a Covered Dish Lunch. will be held at the Rich Hill Donations may be sent to Calvary Free Will Baptist Church is having Homecoming on Aug. 12 with the original Spencers, J.B. and Barbara, performing a special concert. The pastor and congregation invites everyone to attend 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Weaver Family Reunion at Weaver Cemetery on Teaberry between Warrensville and Lansing. All descendants of Rev. Hiram Weaver are invited to attend. Lunch will be at 12:30 p.m. Please bring a covered dish to share. 4 p.m.:Watson Family Reunion for us. at the Center 7 p.m.: Rev. Denton Hart will be the guest speaker at Temple Baptist Church. The Buffalo Community Monday August 6 SS 4-5:30 p.m.: Lt. Gov. Beverly Perdue will visit Ashe County Public Library. The public is invited to meet her. 6:30 p.m.: The Peak Creek Ruritan Club will meet at the Peak Creek Community Center, Hwy. 88 East, Laurel Springs. After the meal, Walt and Carol Skroch, of Scottville, will pres­ ent a program op "A Land and Sea Tour of the Baltic Region". A business meeting will follow. Visitors are welcome. For more information, call 982-9538. 7 p.m.: Family Education Teacher to speak at National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) August 6th Meeting. Leslie Huntley, the National Alliance on Mental lllness(NAMI) Western Regional Director for the Family-to-Family Education Program, will be the featured speaker at the August 6th meet­ ing of High Country NAMI to be held at the lower level of Watauga Human Services Building, 132 Poplar Grove Connector, Boone. Family-toFamily is a free 12 week class for the relatives and friends of people diagnosed with a severe mental illness. Trained family members teach the course that provides current facts about such illnesses as schizophre­ nia, bi-polar disorder, borderline personality disorder and oth­ ers. In addition to education and skills training, the course also stresses the importance of self-care, emotional support, and empowerment. The class is free, but registration is required. If you are interested in par­ ticipating in the Family to Family Class scheduled this fall, please call Francine at 828-263-5654 in Watauga/Avery Counties, Karen at 336-982-2100 in Ashe/Alleghany Counties, or Charlotte at 336-973-3382 in Wilkes County. Saturday August 11 4 - 9 p.m.: Beaver Creek Class of '62 Class Reunion at Mountain Aire Seafood in Glendale Springs. For more information call 877-1046 or 246-9988 Sunday August 12 pastor, Rev. Glenn Woodie, and the congregation invite every­ one to attend. There will be a special singing. Monday August 13 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Garden Club meets the sec­ ond Monday of each month at 6:00. The August meeting on August 13 will be at a local home and there will be a tour of the gardens. A covered dish dinner will be served. Members are asked to bring a favorite dish. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. Saturday August 18 RiverView Lion Club invites everyone to their 9th annual Festival by the River. A day of family fun, Pig Pickin', Crafts and Entertainment, Music all day. New River Rubber Ducky Race (begins at 2 p.m.) $1000 to the first place winner, 5 addi­ tional $100 prizes. Winning ducks to be drawn, you don not have to be present to win! Locatedat RiverviewCommunity Center, 11719 NC Hwy 88 W. Near Rich Hill Rd. in Creston. Sunday August 19 Decoration at the Johnson Family Cemetery. You are invited to come by anytime that day to show your respect. The Cemetery is located at the Hartsog Farm on Hwy 88 West in Creston. Everyone is Welcome! Donations for the upkeep and to help fund the latest expan­ sion of the cemetery can be made to: Mrs. Mildred Graybeal Bx 2550 Big Laurel Rd. Creston, NC 28615 Ongoing Events Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday - Friday without appointments. Primary Care: Monday - Friday Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary WIC (Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children): If you are a pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum woman, infant, or child less than five years of age, and meet certain eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the WIC Program. WIC is a special supplemental food program that provides individually prescribed packages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program or know someone who does; contact 246-2013. Disabled will have and 3rd Month at American Veterans BINGO on the 1st Thursday of the Family Central on the Ashe Central High School Rd. In Jefferson at 7 p.m.. There will be food available at the Morning Star Cafe'. For more information call 336-982-3743. Riverview Lions Club needs arts and craft vendors for the annual festival by the River and Rubber Ducky Race on Saturday, Aug. 18. This is a fund raiser for local and dis­ tant Lions charities. For more information, call Barry Hass at 977-8847. Alcoholics Anonymous Group meets on Mondays and Thursdays at Jefferson United Methodist Church at 7:30 p.m. - Closed Discussion and Saturday at noon - Closed "Big Book Study" - All meetings are non-smoking. The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold July ser­ vices at Holy Trinity in Glendale Springs. Holy Communion is cel­ ebrated at 8:30 and 10. Coffee hour immediately followed the 10 service. For further informa­ tion, call the church office at 982-3076. Choices for Sustainable Living discussion course offered at the West Jefferson Coffee House Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Come learn with others how easy it is to live more sustainably. One person really can make a difference! For information call Gerry at the New River Earth Institute 336-877-1860 or visit www.NewRiverEarthlnstitute. org. Wilkes Community College - Ashe Campus Cont. Ed. Dept. is offering the following classes: • Nurse Aide I : MondayThursday, beginning July 9 thru October 1, from 9:00 am until 1:30 pm at the Ashe Campus. Tuition is $66.30. A math and reading pre-test as well as preregistration are required. Call for information about the pre-test and pre-registration. • Motor Vehicle Dealer License Renewal: On Friday, July 20, from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm at the Ashe Campus. Tuition is $50. The Ashe County Summer Junior Tennis League will operate every Tuesday and Thursday, through July 19 from 10 a.m. - noon at the Ashe County High School tennis courts. This league is open to both boys and girls, 3rd grade up, and the one-time registra­ tion fee is $10. Come by any Tuesday and Thursday and reg­ ister. For more information call Vickie Herman at 877-5656. Coping with Breast Cancer Treatment Learn to prevent lymphedema, fatigue, pain and soreness which can occur with treatment for breast cancer. Led by physical and occupational therapists who will share exer­ cises, precautions, massage to help heal the body. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Inc. Class starts Monday, June 11th Meets the 2nd Monday of each month. Doors open at 5pm for infor­ mal sharing and opportunities to explore books and tapes in the Resource Room. Group lasts from 5:30-6:30. Location: Cancer Resource Center at the Seby B. Jones Cancer Center For more information call the Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center at (828) 262-4332. Art for the Health of Expressive Arts Therapy For breast cancer survivors. Through music, visual arts, movement, poetry and storytell­ ing, we feel emotional release, inspiration, a sense of com­ munity and a remembering of the beauty of life even in the midst of our darkest hours. We somehow know that all is not lost, and are rejoined to hope. Each class will explore a new expressive arts oppor­ tunity. You do not need to 'be an artist' to participate. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Inc. Program. Meets the 4th Monday of each month. Doors open at 5pm for infor­ mal sharing and opportunities to explore books and tapes in the Resource Room. Group lasts from 5:30-6:30. Location: Cancer Resource Center at the Seby B. Jones Cancer Center. For more information call the Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center at (828) 262-4332. The Pink Ribbon Program Staying Strong Beyond Breast Cancer This program of pilates- based exercises is designed to strengthen and create flexibility, balance and physical empower­ ment for anyone with breast can­ cer, whether newly diagnosed, in treatment, or a survivor of several years. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Inc. Meets twice weekly for six weeks starting Monday, June 11 at the Wellness Center. Class is offered Mondays, 12-1 and Wednesdays, 6-7. Pre-registration is required as class size is limited. Call Kathie Billing to pre-register and for more information, (828) 262 0098. IME COUNTY im:V 336-982-4297 These animals are available for adoption. WrimarsHtcr fhtf was found ill (he Coprlaiul arm tYOffltd Mtkr a £<MMI frinul. I nit air sh«'|)Krr«l around 2>rs old dial needs a £ood home. Malr Husky Wound 3 years old Smokey is an near 88 west and Edd Little Road, vicinity of Meals on Wheels & Old Clifton Groceiy. He has been neutered and is veiy sociable. lanalc Piff around 5 months old. Irinalc Pit I around 5 months old. Male Great Pyrenees around I year old. \siii: ANIMAL CONTROL 982-4060 Aussie/Blue Heeler mix. Aprox. 8 weeks old with a great disposition. It: Long haired 4 week old kittens who lost their mother, arc being bottlefed by a Good Samari­ tan. An adorable and entertaining lot. Saturday Is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center Is located directly in front of the Armory on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety Mailing address: P.O. Box I776 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@skvbest.com � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 61 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JP_2007_0731 Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C., July 31, 2007] Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a title="Jefferson Post" href="http://www.jeffersonpost.com" target="_blank">Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C.]</a> Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Newspapers Is Part Of A related resource in which the described resource is physically or logically included. <a title="Jefferson Post" href=" https://omeka.library.appstate.edu/collections/show/47" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Jefferson Post</a> Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant West Jefferson (N.C.) Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 12 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-07-31 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/6ca20c3926fdc1bb06460b8f8ed4b76f.pdf f8bbd65437eac187bee8b6dcd91b4b06 PDF Text Text Husky football team begins practice Friday page 1B August 3, 2007 Runner finishes third in marathon 500 page 1B Phone*: 336-840-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com Husky fall sports information Volume 82, Issue 62 page 2B SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Schools open next week by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Buses will roll for Ashe County students next Wednes­ day, Aug. 8, for the first day of the 2007-08 school year. Mo­ torists are advised to drive with caution in school zones and once again get used to seeing the big yellow or white (activity) buses on the road. Ashe County is expecting between 3,300 and 3,400 stu­ dents this year, said Super­ intendent Donnie Johnson, which is up from last year by 50 to 75 students. Much of the growth is happening in the southern end of the county, from West Jefferson to Fleet­ wood, and Westwood Elemen­ tary School has expanded in response. "We've had a lot of growth in that end of the county," said Johnson. "We needed more classrooms at Westwood Elementary School." Only a few years old, Westwood was formed to consoli­ date students from West Jef­ ferson and Fleetwood, but the student population from these areas continues to grow. Con­ struction began last year on four new classrooms, and is nearly complete. Final touch­ es are being made on the con­ struction, and the classrooms will be ready for students next week, said Johnson. "We've got our certificate of occupancy," said Johnson, "so we'll be ready when the students come next week." An open house to showcase the expansion to the public may be scheduled in early fall. As the elementary student population grows, the middle and high schools will need to be ready to respond. A con­ struction project at Ashe County Middle School was approved last year, and plans are in the works for four new classrooms. Johnson said that Architect Larry Greene is expected to attend the Sep­ tember meeting of the Ashe County Board of Education to provide a timeline for bidding the project and construction. Other new additions in­ clude a small detached build­ ing at the county bus garage behind Ashe County High School for the director of transportation and reception­ ist. That construction is ex­ pected to be completed within the next month by Widner Construction Company. The See Schools, page 5A New Honor Guard formed Post photo by Linda Burchette Members of volunteer fire, rescue and emergency service organizations throughout Ashe County have joined together to form the Ashe County Honor Guard. This organization will support fallen members whether active or retired in Ashe and Alleghany counties. Members are encouraged and welcomed from any fire, rescue and law enforcement organization in the county. An organizational meeting was held Monday, and officers elected for the Honor Guard are: Commander Tim Winters; Senior Vice Commander Everett Adams; Junior Vice Commander James Ellis; Secretary Angela Higgins; Treasurer Bob Nichols; and Chaplains Jimmy Church and David Higgins. "We have worked three funerals since we started, and we are here for all departments in Ashe and Alleghany counties. Or where we are needed," said Winters. "The flags we place on the casket and give to the families are paid for by the departments that are represented in the Honor Guard. One flag was given by Fred Handsel who lives in Charlotte and is a firefighter, and Rep. Virginia Foxx sent us two flags from her office. We also will take donations for flags for our fallen." Donations can be sent to the Ashe County Honor Guard at 508 Mtn. Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. For more information about the Honor Guard and to see the list of members, go online to www. ashecountyhonorguard.com. Town races underway by Jim Thompson Editor The 2009 election season is underway in Ashe County, as the filing period for mu­ nicipal races in all three in­ corporated t^wns has ended. Lansing There are no contested races in Lansing this year. Mayor Jason Ring is unop­ posed in his bid for re-elec­ tion. Incumbent aldermen Dot Shupe and John Michael Powers (who had been ap­ pointed to serve out an un­ expired term) are also unop­ posed. Israel Church is the mm only candidate in a race to fill an unexpired two-year term. Jefferson Mayor Dana Tugman is unopposed in the race to lead the town. There are three candidates for two seats on the board of aldermen. Incumbents Lu­ ther "Junior" Anderson and Charles Caudill will face Gwen Ashley in the Novem­ ber election. West Jefferson Incumbent Mayor Dale Baldwin will face local Christmas tree farmer Dale Hudler in the general elec­ tion. There are five candidates for two seats on the board of aldermen. Both incumbents, Bob McCoy and Dr. Brett Summey, have filed for re­ election. Former AJderman Grant Price, who was de­ feated in 2005 election, has thrown his hat in the ring. Those three face two other challengers, Thomas Hartman and Donnie Miller. A sixth candidate, former Al­ derman J.C. Jenkins, filed for the race and then withdrew. November 6 is election day. Sales tax holiday this weekend Post photo by Michael Graybeal Westwood Elementary School is starting the year with four new classrooms. Teachers Allison Weaver, Wendy Brown and Mandy Wiese are excited with the new facilities and can't wait for the children to return. Rep. Cullie Tarleton is re­ minding shoppers that they will get a weekend pass on state and local sales taxes on clothing, computers and other school supplies. The state's sixth annual sales tax holi­ day starts at 12:01 a.m. on Friday and ends at 11:59 p.m. Sunday. "I urge our citizens to take advantage of this opportunity as they plan for their chil­ dren's return to school," Rep. Tarleton said. Also exempt are: Clothes and footwear costing less than $100 each; school sup­ plies such as pens, pencils, paper, notebooks, textbooks, book bags, lunch bags, ency­ clopedias, dictionaries and calculators costing less than See Holiday, page 5A School supply drive brings community together by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Less than a week and counting for the biggest day of the year for students...the first day of school! It ar­ rives here in Ashe County on Wednesday, Aug. 8. Are you ready? One of the biggest shop­ ping weekends of the year involves back to school sup­ plies, and North Carolina parents and students can take advantage Aug. 3-5 of a sales tax free weekend for what they need. This in­ cludes all kinds of items such as notebooks, pens and pen­ cils, backpacks, calculators, computers, and much more. The costs for back to school can be overwhelming for par­ ents, and there are many stu­ dents who start school with­ out needed supplies or good clothing. The community can Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jefFersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com help students be prepared by participating in the 3rd annu­ al School Supply Drive now underway. Students need help with the many expenses involved in back to school, so the Ashe County Volunteer Initiative and AF Bank are again cosponsoring a project to help provide some much-needed items. "It's hard to believe that another school year is right around the corner and that many students right here in Ashe County will start the school year with inadequate school supplies, or none at all," said Ashe County Vol­ unteer Coordinator Dawn Goodman. "The 3rd annual Ashe County School Supply Drive is underway to help meet this need. School sup­ plies are now being accepted and will be donated to the Ashe County Public Schools. Drop-off locations include any AF Bank site, WalMart, Ingles, Rose's, Dollar Tree, and Ashe Services for Aging. School supplies will be avail­ able in the guidance depart­ ments on the f i r s t of day school. Thank you for help­ ing ensure that our youth have the right tools for success." Candi Miller, customer service representative at AF Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,636 U.S. service people killed (as of 8/1) 26,953 U.S. service people wounded (as of 8/1) Bank in West Jefferson's WalMart, encourages individuals and other businesses to get involved. "We've had very success­ ful school sup­ ply drives the past two years, and we hope to continue that this year," Mill­ er said. "We've had teachers tell us it helps a lot of children in their c l a s s rooms. It makes a big difference. We challenge other businesses to get involved either by do­ nation or encouraging their employees to fill a box with school supplies." Items needed include pencils with erasers, pens, loose-leaf paper especially college or wide-ruled, threering binders, notebooks, backpacks, crayons, mark­ ers, glue, cellophane tape, glazes and clay, calculators, folders, index cards, legal pads, lunch boxes, paints and paintbrushes, protractors, reference materials, scissors, and textbooks. Many of these items can be purchased sales tax free during the North Carolina Tax Free Weekend Aug. 3-5. Gift cards will also be ac­ cepted, and the organizers will purchase the supplies. Donations can be noted for a specific school, and gift cards can note specific supplies. Book signing at Skyland Peggy Litschert of Grassy Creek will be at Skyland Books & Gifts in West Jefferson on Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to sign copies of her illus­ trated inspirational book, The Parable of the Birds. County commission to meet Ashe County Commission meets Monday, Aug. 6 at 3:30 p.m. on third floor of Ashe County Courthouse. A work session will be held prior to the regular meeting at 2 p.m. in the second floor conference room. Items on the agenda include: 3:35 p.m.: Dr. Jim Items collected will be stored and sorted into piles by item and distributed to Mountain View, Blue Ridge and Westwood elementary schools, Ashe County Mid­ dle School and Ashe County High School. Donations of new clothing, shoes, backpacks and book bags will also be accepted. Teachers are also asking for paper towels, antibacterial wipes, pop-up tissues, hand sanitizer, zip-locking plastic bags, snacks for the class­ room (nothing with peanuts, please), sticky notepads, and adhesive bandages. When the first period bell rings on Wednesday, will our students be ready? Will you help them? For more information, call Dawn Goodman at 246-2461 or 246-1522 or Candi Miller at 246-4344. Taylor and Susan Taylor with New Life Mobility As­ sistance Dogs and a request for funding support. 3:50 p.m.: Vicky Moody, coordinator of Armed Forces Appreciation Week in Ashe, with an update and request for funding support. 4:05 p.m.: Planning Director Zach Edwardson with an update on junkyard enforcement in the county. 4:20 p.m.: Closed session on economic develop­ ment. Items under general session include appoint­ ments to the Airport Advisory Board and the Local & Regional Library Board, approval of the county's 2008 holiday schedule, and a resolution on surplus property. �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, AUGUST 3, 2007 JEFFERSON POST THE GOLDEN POST Senior Center calendar for August Friday, August 3 Last day of art exhibit 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 10:30 a.m.-Noon: Red Hill Ramblers 11 a.m.: Grief Counseling 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK Monday, August 6 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting with Janet 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11:30 a.m.: Singing with Ed and Friends 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers Tuesday, August 7 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 2-5 p.m.: Special Medicare Assistance 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers Wednesday, August 8 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.: Trip to Stone Mountain Park (picnic and tour) 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise Thursday, August 9 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle 9-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 11:30 a.m.: Singing with Ray Brown Friday, August 10 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11 a.m.: Trip Committee 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK Monday, August 13 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting with Janet 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers Tuesday, August 14 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 10:30 a.m.: Low Vision/Diabetic Support Group (at Midway Baptist Church) 11 a.m.: Nutrition Update 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers Wednesday, August 15 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise Thursday, August 16 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle 9:30-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 10 a.m.: 'Give a Mint Day' seniors and child day care 11 a.m.: Shuffleboard games Friday, August 17 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle 9:30-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11 a.m.: Grief Counseling 11 a.m.: Singing with Jackie and Friends 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK 1-2 p.m.: Caregivers Support Group Monday, August 20 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting with Janet 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11:30 a.m.: Singing with Ed and Friends 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers Tuesday, August 21 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 2-5 p.m.: Special Medicare Assistance 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers Friday, August 31 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11:40 a.m.: Breast cancer program with Mary Caryl Elmore 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK Daily activities: 7 a.m.-9 p.m.: Walking Trail; 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Exercise Room with instructor available 8 a.m.-Noon, Blood Pressure Checks, Billiards, Public Access Computer Lab with classes scheduled 11-12:30 and 5:30-7; 8:30 a.m.-Noon: Rook Games; 10-11:30 a.m.: Bingo; 12:30-2:30 p.m.: Basic Skills classes; 5-6 p.m.: Exercise room open (for a fee). For more information, call Louise Caudill at 246-4347. Wednesday, August 22 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing Thursday, August 23 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle 9:30-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 11 a.m.: Trip to Riverview Community Center CLIPPING COUPONS... It's like- monotj in -the- bank- Friday, August 24 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11 a.m.: Sen. 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That means the sooner we as a nation, we as a state and we as a coun­ ty begin to abandon our oil addiction, the better. The better, that is, for the environment, for the sta­ bility of our economy and for our national security. Our nation is simply far too dependent on a natu­ ral resource we have to import, often from nations whose opinion of us ranges from toleration to outright hatred. The nation—indeed, the world—is in desperate need of renewable, clean forms of energy. Wind is certainly part of the picture as is hydroelectric, solar power and new types of archi­ tecture .that help conserve resources. Ashe County cannot allow itself to fall behind in these new technologies. To be dependent on non­ renewable resources at a time when our areas and nations are becoming more "green" is to risk becom­ ing an economic backwater. Just as the development of Internet access and other communications defined growth in the 1990s and this decade, so energy development will shape the future. That this is true is evi­ denced by the rapid devel­ opment of more efficient and sometimes oil-free vehi­ cles. Unfortunately, most of these are coming from for­ eign countries. Hopefully, we will see what is left of the American auto indus­ try pull itself together and remember it invented the "horseless carriage"—and needs to make a feasible, convenient "oil-less car­ riage." It can be done—and done right in the United States. The debate over a wind farm on Big Springs Mountain hopefully has raised public awareness about this issue. That debate—or, rather, discus­ sion—should continue, as the county government, agricultural and business interests and average citi­ zens work together to solve our present oil addiction— and build a better and more prosperous future. Illegal immigrants PAGE 4A FRIDAY, AUGUST 3, 2007 92AHAI&iwa e m m t To the Editor: In response to Mr. Hornberger's article on your July 24 editorial page—A Differ­ ent Perspective on the Immi­ gration Issue—I wonder if he would: • Leave the doors to his home open? • Keep his refrigerator and food pantry fully stocked? • Have all educational ma­ terials handy? • Have his medicine cabi­ net well stocked? • Have extra room—hous­ ing? —so that lawbreakers could enter and avail them­ selves freely? It is the "same difference" whether it is a home or a country. There have to be rules and they have to be ob­ served or there is chaos. Letters to the Editor Our Republic cannot sur­ vive with non-assimilating, law-breaking, illegal behavior as we are witnessing today. LeNore C. Ketchum Fleetwood You decide: Where will North Carolina's jobs be? Of all the factors and com­ ponents of our economy, the one that probably matters most to more people is jobs: how many, what kind, what they pay. After all, without jobs, most of us couldn't live, or at least live very well. Working on the job is also where most of us spend the greatest number of our waking hours.So the econ­ omy's health can frequently be summarized in one word: jobs. There is always a great deal of change in the job market, with existing jobs destroyed and new jobs created, and to­ day is certainly no exception. Yet the types and distribution of jobs rarely remain stable. It's well known that man­ ufacturing jobs have been shrinking in North Carolina, and new job growth has been in professional and service fields. There's much debate within the economics profes­ sion as to whether today's job churning is greater than in the past. Perhaps not surpris­ ingly, some studies say "yes," others "no!" But let's get down to some very practical job information. In North Carolina, what kinds of jobs will be created, what fields will they be in and what will they pay? Plus, will North Carolina have the right kind of trained individuals for these like physicians, scientists, ac­ jobs? countants, engineers, financial These analysts and computer spe­ are im­ cialists. These occupations are portant expected to increase at a rate but very 50 percent faster than all jobs. compli­ Of course, the "catch," if you c a t e d can call it that, is that these q u e s - jobs also require the highest tions. For­ levels of training. That is, a tunately, four-year college degree and, a lot of for some, an advanced college Mike Walden b r a i n ­ degree. What if you want to go to p o w e r was recently put to the task of college, but not for four years? providing some answers, and What if your plan is to get a the results are in an impres­ two-year technical degree sive report called the State of from one of North Carolina's the North Carolina Workforce: fine community colleges? Will An Assessment of the State's a job be waiting for you when Labor Force Demand and you're done? Supply, 2007-2017. You can Here again, the news is download the report from the good. Web for the details, but let me Occupations like nurses, provide a service by hitting dental hygienists, medical the high points and lending technicians, auto mechanics some interpretation. and paralegals are all expect­ Jobs will be added in North ed to grow fast. While salaries Carolina over the next decade are generally not what would at the rate of about 65,000 per be earned with a four-year year, the report says. As in the degree, 75 percent of these past, these jobs will be in all jobs now pay at or above the kinds of fields, requiring many average salary for all employ­ different levels of skills and ment. training. But there are expect­ However, there's also some ed to be some clear patterns to bad news in the jobs report. the new jobs. What if high school is all Among the positive find­ the education an individual ings is the forecast that the can get through? While a gen­ fastest-growing jobs will be eration or two ago that may those paying top salaries: jobs have been enough to get a job, and perhaps even one with decent pay, in the future rela­ tively fewer of those jobs will be available. Positions requir­ ing only high school training are expected to grow at a rate only half that of all jobs and about one-third that of jobs re­ quiring college. So what will happen to high school graduates who can't find a job that uses their skills? According to the job projections, they'll be lumped in with high school dropouts. Of course, this means their pay will also be that of some­ one with no high school de­ gree. In fact, the way to think of the job market of the future is as one where the top and bot­ tom ends are growing, with the middle being hollowed-out. Both jobs needing a college education and jobs needing not even a high school degree will increase faster than jobs requiring a high school diplo­ ma. The "new middle" jobs will be those for two-year college graduates. This also means the capacities of our two- and four-year colleges and univer­ sities will have to expand. This ratcheting-up of educa­ tional requirements shouldn't be surprising. Education drives the new economy. You decide if—individually and collectively—we'll be ready. Beware: Congress thinks it can fix healthcare system Post Member: N.C. Press Association oBriito Amcdkh utownif i (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Production Manager/Webmaster Copy Editor Sports/General News Reporter Business Manager Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Linda Burchette Kelly Elliott Coy Powers Michael Graybeal Sandra Osborne Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. Something is very wrong with our healthcare system— and Congress thinks it has the answers. If that doesn't make you cringe, please read on. Congress thinks, and wants you to believe, that you can get something for nothing. Regular folks know that's not reality. Lately the debate in Con­ gress has centered on a gov­ ernment-run healthcare pro­ gram called State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP). Until now, this pro­ gram has focused on cover­ ing the uninsured children of poor families who earned too much to qualify for Medicaid. When SCHIP began in 1997 its authors budgeted $40 bil­ lion over 10 years while stip­ ulating that enrolled children should come from families earning no more than twice the federal poverty level ($41,300 for a family of four). How times have changed. Today congressional advo­ cates of expanding the pro­ gram want to increase its size by $50 billion over five years—essentially quadru­ pling its cost. That may sound like a good idea at first blush. But under the microscope, the proposals to drastically expand the program are rife with loopholes. I support con­ tinuing SCHIP and health­ care for low-income kids, but a massive expansion should make us think twice. First of all, the massive ex­ pansion would redefine who qualifies for SCHIP coverage, removing income restrictions and making it available to families who make 400 per­ cent or more of the poverty lev­ el. This means children from a family of four that earns $82,600 could get government subsidized healthcare. What was once a health­ care prog r a m for poor children is mutat­ ing into a gov­ ernment health­ care free for all. One of the core goals of SCHIP is to reduce the number of unin­ sured children in the country. It's a noble goal. But this goal underscores a second major flaw in the proposed expan­ sion. Economists who studied government-funded health­ care found that offering it to non-poor families who have access to private health in­ surance—as many families earning $82,600 do—resulted in many families dropping their private insurance. Not surprisingly, programs like SCHIP do not achieve as large a drop in uninsured children as was intended. In­ stead many families are sim­ ply switching from private insurance to government healthcare. In fact, a study by economists David Cutler and Jonathan Gruber found that half of children signing up for this type of program had private health insurance. Signing up previously insured kids does nothing to lower the rate of uninsured children and is not good stewardship of your tax dollars. Perhaps the most egre­ gious shortcoming of the new SCHIP proposal is that re­ quirements for participants to demonstrate legal residency have been removed. Remov­ ing these important require­ ments opens the door to ram­ pant abuse of government sponsored healthcare by ille­ gal immigrants. This much is clear: Americans should not be paying for the healthcare of people who flaunt our na­ tion's laws. Finally, someone's got to pay for this juggernaut of new spending. It starts with slapping new taxes on tobac­ co. I'm no apologist for smok­ ing, but I do know a failed policy when I see one. In an era when smoking rates are in steady decline and tobacco taxes typically fall on lower income taxpayers, it makes little sense to pay for a pro­ gram to help low-income kids on the backs of a dwindling supply of low-income smok­ ers. The numbers tell the whole story. According to the Heritage Foundation, we will need 22.4 million new smok­ ers by 2017 in order to fund the SCHIP expansion with a new tobacco tax. Uncle Sam needs 22.4 million new smok­ ers in order to fund health­ care. What twisted logic. The SCHIP expansionists also will cut a popular and effective Medicare program called Medicare Advantage in order to fully fund their colossal plan. A study from an independent researcher and former Clinton Adminis­ tration official estimates that these Medicare cuts would result in 3.2 million seniors, including 30,000 from North Carolina's 5th District, los­ ing their Medicare Advan­ tage coverage. The study also found that Medicare Advan­ tage plans would be elimi­ nated in 22 states and the District of Columbia. Despite these provisions to increase tobacco taxes, and to cut back on Medicare Ad­ vantage, a report from the non-partisan Congressional Budget Office found that the proposed SCHIP expansion would still increase the bud­ get deficit by $76.9 billion over 10 years. No doubt this is a tough is­ sue. SCHIP has helped lower the number of uninsured chil­ dren. But recklessly expand­ ing it at the cost of reduced Medicare benefits so that well-off families can get taxpayer-funding insurance is not the solution. The govern­ ment exists to do what people can't do for themselves, not to create an illusion that we can all get something for nothing. That sort of logic never works out. A compromise exists. Keep what works in place and get rid of loopholes that funnel money from low-income tax­ payers and seniors to those who already have insurance. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the edi­ tor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of com­ munity interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone num­ ber for verification purposes. Only the writer's name and community will be published. Letters must not be libelous and no poetry will be accept­ ed for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson @ jeffersonpost.com. �FRIDAY, AUGUST 3, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Groups seek to promote 'civic literacy' among students After students at Appala­ chian State University, Uni­ versity of North Carolina, Duke University, and North Carolina Central University failed a basic US. history test, the State of North Carolina is taking the problem of civic il­ literacy seriously. The John Locke Founda­ tion, a State Policy Network (SPN) member in North Caro­ lina, is teaming up with the Intercollegiate Studies Insti­ tute's (ISI) Jack Miller Center for the Teaching of America's Founding Principles to insti­ tute a North Carolina state­ wide communications program to raise awareness of the civic illiteracy of American college students. ISI, a non-profit organiza­ tion focused on higher educa­ tion reform, has announced it is joining forces with SPN, the capacity-building service or­ ganization for America's free market, state-focused think tank community, in an effort to strengthen the teaching of America's history and institu­ tions on college campuses. As part of this partner­ ship, ISI's Jack Miller Center for the Teaching of America's Founding Principles is donat­ ing $90,000 over a three-year period to fund statewide com­ munications and awarenessbuilding activities of SPN af­ filiated think tanks in states across the country that sup­ port ISI's American Civic Lit­ eracy Program. ISI has identified a strong need for higher education re­ form in the area of American civics. Last fall, ISI presented first-time statistical evidence from its landmark civic lit­ eracy study in its The Coming Crisis in Citizenship: Higher Education's Failure to Teach America's History and Institu­ tions report (www.americancivicliteracy.org). More than 14,000 randomly selected col­ lege freshmen and seniors on 50 college campuses nation­ wide were given a 60 multiplechoice question exam about American history,government, foreign policy, and free mar­ ket economy. Average scores for seniors (53.7 percent) and freshmen (51.2 percent) rep­ resent failure on a traditional grading scale. "The joint effort with SPN is another step forward in our attempt to expose this void in higher education and evoke change," said Mike Ratliff, ISI senior vice president and executive director of the Jack Miller Center. "We recognize that legislators and other key decision makers on the state level are very important re­ garding higher education and that their support is needed to institute reform. Teaming up with SPN and its members allows us to reach these key audiences." The 2007 Miller Center grant recipients are the Wash­ ington Policy Center, Texas Public Policy Foundation, John Locke Foundation (North Car­ olina), The Independence In­ stitute (Colorado), Mississippi Center for Public Policy and Maine Heritage Policy Center. Funds will support communi­ cations programs implement­ ed within these six states that communicate to key decision makers-state legislators, col­ lege trustees, alumni, faculty, donors, parents and studentsthe need for colleges to engage in the effective teaching of America's history and found­ ing principles. According to SPN President Tracie Sharp, "ISI has clearly demonstrated a commitment to reforming higher education and promoting civic engage­ ment in future generationscauses SPN members certainly value. ISI has a proven track record of success in creating awareness of these issues and implementing change. We look forward to working together to further this cause." Since ISI released its The Coming Crisis in Citizenship report last fall, millions of Americans have learned about the failure of higher education to effectively teach America's history and institutions to un­ dergraduate college students. In conjunction with ISI's call for reform, and in response to requests from some of the nation's leading scholars, ISI's Jack Miller Center is sup­ porting the establishment of academic centers of excellence dedicated to teaching Ameri­ ca's history and founding prin­ ciples. Centers are now active on college and university cam­ puses across the country, in­ cluding the University of Chi­ cago; University of Colorado, Boulder; University of Texas, Austin; Georgetown Univer­ sity and Emory University. ISI will release a second re­ port on civic literacy and high­ er education this September. The new report is based on the analysis gathered from a sec­ ond administration of ISI's 60 multiple-choice questionnaire on college campuses across the country by the University of Connecticut's Department of Public Policy (UConnDPP). In January 2008, the Jack Miller Center will host its first National Strategy Summit on Higher Education Reform.The summit will be held in South Florida and SPN invitees will have transportation and lodg­ ing provided by the Center. To learn more about ISI's Schools continued from front page parking lots and entranceway to Mountain View Elementa­ ry School were recently paved and will be marked prior to the start of school. In personnel, the biggest change for this year is former ACHS Assistant Principal Joallen Lowder moving to the central office to serve as Ca­ reer Technical Director/High School Facilitator. Johnson said Lowder will be focusing on the school sys­ tem's new high school reform program to study improve­ ments in virtual and online educational opportunities in the county and in partnership with state universities. "Joallen is setting up a committee to look at what Ashe County High School is doing and what opportuni­ ties are out there for us to be involved in," said Johnson. "There are a lot of high tech opportunities going on." There are many opportuni­ ties for college credit classes online for high school stu­ dents, and the advancement of skills in technology, so Ashe County Economic Develop­ ment Director Dr. Pat Mitch­ ell is working with the school system on the economic de­ velopment aspects of techni­ cal training and education for tomorrow's workforce. Mitchell and Lowder are expected to offer a presenta­ tion on the high school reform program during Monday's meeting of the board of edu­ cation. Ashe County classrooms are also being prepared for the technology of today and tomorrow through the use of Smart Boards. The IM­ PACT grant for Westwood helped get this new technol­ ogy started in Ashe, and the 2007-08 Calendar Wednesday, Aug. 8 - first day of school Monday, Sept. 3 - Labor Day holiday Monday, Nov. 12 - Veteran's Day holiday Thursday, Nov. 22-Friday, Nov. 23 - Thanksgiving holiday Thursday, Dec. 20 - Early Release for Christmas Wednesday, Jan. 2 - School resumes Friday, March 21 - Early Release for spring break vacation Monday, March 31 - School resumes Friday, May 16 - Early release for end of year Early release is 12:30 p.m. for elementary and middle school students and 1:15 p.m. for high school students. The calendar is subject to change depending on weather conditions and days lost to bad weather. To enable the high school to complete the first grading period before the Christmas break, any day missed prior to the week of Christmas may be made up on Saturday of that week. Spring break in March can also be used to make up lost days. There are 180 instructional days and 215 contract days, 10 holidays, 10 annual leave days and 15 work days built into the calendar. • For information, call 246-7175 or go online to www. •ashe.kl2.nc.us/ program continues with a fi­ nancial partnership between the school system and county government along with assis­ tance from Skyline Telephone Company. "SkyLine is giving us enough money to buy 10. They're a good player for us, and we appreciate their sup­ port," said Johnson. "We put in five last year and we'll put in five this year. If any teacher wants a Smart Board in their classroom, we can get it and the necessary training with support from the board of education and county gov­ ernment." Johnson said that Technol­ ogy Director Amy Walker is taking applications through Aug. 15 for teachers to get Smart Boards and the train­ ing to use them for this year and next year. He said the schools need 75 to 80 Smart Boards, and the cost is be­ tween $2,500 and $3,000 for each system with training. The plan is to have one teacher at each school trained to set up and use the Smart Boards so that teacher can train others as systems are made available. "We're very excited about that," Johnson said. Teachers have been in their classrooms preparing for the year, and new teacher orien­ tation was held this week. Johnson said he is proud of Ashe County's schools and the ability to expand as need­ ed to avoid any combination classes. "When we take feder­ al cuts, the county steps up," he said. "We really appreciate the support." As teachers prepare to welcome their students, a welcoming program is sched­ uled for some of those new students. Upcoming Ashe County High School Huskies and par­ ents are invited to a "Future Husky Gathering"(Freshman Orientation) on Tuesday, Aug. 7 at the high school from 9 to 11 a.m. in the school audito­ rium. During this time, students and parents will learn about: the school's attendance policy, driver's education, dress code, some differences between middle school and high school procedures, other building "norms", and more. Students will receive their class schedules and have the opportunity to find their way around and learn where their classrooms are and meet their teachers, counselors and ad­ ministrators. Please contact school coun­ selor Annette Bednosky by email with any questions: annette.bednosky@ashe.kl2. nc.us. For more information about Ashe County Schools, go online to www.ashe.kl2. nc.us/. WENTIII/ FARM BUREAU INSURANCE Auto • Home • Life An Authorized Agent for BlueCross BlueShield of North Carolina CAN'T TOUCH THIS!!! Jack Miller Center and to download ISI's The Coming Crisis in Citizenship civic lit­ eracy report, please visit www. isi.org. The Jack Miller Center for the Teaching of America's Founding Principles was es­ tablished in 2004 at ISI by Jack Miller, a successful Chi­ cago businessman and phi­ lanthropist. Its mission is to strengthen on college and uni­ versity campuses the teaching of America's founding princi­ ples-limited government, indi­ vidual liberty, free market eco­ nomics, the rule of law, private property, and personal respon­ sibility. The Jack Miller Cen­ ter provides support for new academic centers of excellence and helps grow the number of professors teaching America's heritage and founding prin­ ciples through summer insti­ tutes, ongoing support, and networking efforts. Community events Sunday, Aug. 5 1:30 p.m.: The annual Triplett Family Reunion will be held at the Ferguson Community Center off Hwy 268. All descendents of Jesse and Delia Triplett are welcome to attend. Descendents include relatives of George, Ert, Ozro, Vertie, and Harley Triplett in addition to Mollie Poarch, Mildred Brown, Betty Jones, and Sally Roberts. Bring a covered dish and enjoy the fun and fellowship! For info, call Connie at 828-261-9978. Tuesday, Aug. 7 9 a.m.-6 p.m.: Register your child(ren) for the 4-H IMAG­ INE or 4-H TRAC Afterschool programs at the elementary school that your child will be attending - Blue Ridge, Moun­ tain View or Westwood. For more information, contact North Carolina Cooperative Extension, Ashe County Center at (336) 219-2650. Music at River House The weekend of August 4 and 5 will bring two well-known musical entertainments to River House. Jamie Laval, Scottish Fiddle Champion and Ashley Broder, Champion Mandolin Player will present a program of tradi­ tional and original Celtic-style work on Saturday afternoon and evening before and during dinner service. The Sunday Salon will feature "Covered Dish," a popular Winston-Salem band performing in a variety of styles - blues, contemporary pop, soft rock. They "cover" tunes from the Allman Brothers, Eric Clapton, James Taylor, Bill Withers, Sister Hazel, Tom Petty, Norah Jones among others. The Sunday event begins at 4 p.m. with complimentary hors d'oeuvre and a cash bar. The music is followed by a four-course Chef's choice menu. For reservations, call 336-982-2109. Holiday — continued from front page $100 each; sports and recre­ ation equipment costing $50 or less per item; athletic and non-athletic uniforms costing $100 or less per item; cycling items such as shoes, shirts and gloves costing $100 or less; computers including the central processing unit, mon­ itor, keyboard, mouse and speakers totaling less than $3,500; and computer sup­ plies of $250 or less. Clothing accessories, jew­ elry, cosmetics, protective equipment, wallets, furniture, items used in a trade or busi­ ness and rentals are not ex­ empt from the sales tax. The sales tax in North Car­ olina is 6.75 cents on the dol­ lar in most of North Carolina, including Ashe and Watauga Counties. The sales tax holiday was enacted by the state General Assembly and signed into law by Governor Easley in 2001. For more information on the sales tax holiday or for an all-inclusive list of items that qualify as "school supplies" for the purposes of the sales tax holiday, go to the state Department of Revenue's Web site at: http://www.dornc.com/ taxes/sales/salestax_holiday. html. Now in Digital Sound SHOWTIME Sun-Thurs 7PM Only Fri & Sat 7 & 9 PM eMr*lCTlrile*loiriinlmin . 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NC 28640 1-800-849-6127 or 800-893-6246 TTY FOR SERVICES OR EMERGENCIES 24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK For mental health, developmental disabilities and substance abuse services Meeting community needs...one person at a time. michael.lonon®ncfblns.com Baked Beans, Cde Slaw, ifbll.com • ncfblnt.com Bell, Homemade Dessert Helping You is what we do best An lndep«ndenlllceniee of Ihe Blue Crou and Blue Shield Allocation North Carolina facm luitau Mutual Imurance Co. fane luroau Inwranca of North Carolina, Inc. Soulhtm farm Buroau Ufa Imwaoca Co, lachion,MS Happy 80"1 Birthday Grandma! •. We love you, 9 Jennifer, Jcfttfim, Heather, Brittany & Chad \E ji •mdm |Warrensville Volunteer Fire & Rescue Dept. for more info call 384-4318 or 384-4556 �PAGE 6A FRIDAY/ AUGUST 3,2007 JEFFERSON POST OMMUNITY NEWS C Greenes' Gospel Singing Jubilee moves indoors The Greenes' Annual Gos­ pel Singing Jubilee will be entering an exciting new chapter with this year's ac­ tivities. to be held on Aug. 10 and 11. North Carolina's largest Gospel music event, which has always been an outdoor experience at the fairgrounds, will move in­ doors to the beautiful Hol­ mes Center, located on Hwy. 321 N, at the entrance to Ap­ palachian State University in Boone. According to Tony Greene, the reason for the transfor­ mation is due, in part, to his brother Tim's ongoing health issues."This move inside will make it possible for my broth­ er to again participate whol­ ly in the Jubilee," he said. "I know Tim wants, more than ever, to be on stage with us. Of course, we want this, too. He also wants to be with fans and ministry friends he hasn't seen in some time." Also, holding the event in­ side accommodates guests in a climate-controlled environ­ ment with superior acous­ tics, enlarged stage area and professional lighting. Giant suspended screens will as­ sure that every Jubilee tick­ et-holder has a great seat, and with reserved seating for up to 4,000, along with a con­ venient and attractive facil­ ity, the change will create an even greater atmosphere for the powerful lineup of South­ ern Gospel artists who will be performing this year. On Friday night, for ex­ ample, the Hoppers, Ivan Parker, Gold City, the Primi­ tive Quartet and, of course, the Greenes are scheduled to take the Gospel music stage. The night will prove to be in­ spiring and encouraging for all who attend. Then, on Sat­ urday night, Brian Free and Assurance, Jesse Dixon, Tony Gore and Majesty, the Chuck Wagon Gang, the Down East Boys and The Greenes will sing God's praises. "This will be the biggest musical event in the Greenes' Gospel Ju­ bilee history," Tony added, noting that every member of the Greene family is excited about the upcoming Gospel music extravaganza. "To cap off a wonderful weekend, we invite everyone to a Sunday morning service, at 10:30 a.m., on Aug 12, at our home church, West View Baptist Church," Tony add­ ed. "The Lesters will join the Greenes for a humdinger of a service." He continued, "We are all so thankful and blessed to have dear friends that con­ tinue to support the Greenes and this wonderful endeavor. We expect this year's Annual Gospel Singing Jubilee to be one of the most rewarding of our years in ospel music. We cordially invite everyone to come, expecting a special blessing from above." For more information and tickets, call the box office at 828-262-6603. SAT. AUGUST 4 AT 7 P.M. SUN. AUGUST 4 AT 10 A.M. & 11 A.M. Under the Tent at Jefferson Church of the Nazarene Bare & Robert Street in West Jefferson Speaker: Rev. Neil Hatfield Refreshments Served After Saturday Evening Service Bring a Chair or Blanket to Sit On Youth From All Churches Invited All Adults are also Welcome to Attend Pastor Mark Wiest - 384-8705 Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA Assembly of God Church Bald Mtn. Baptist Church Pastor George Norris | 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Corner of Faw-Rotand A McNeil Sts • Jefferson (88 West - Left on McNeil, One Block) Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman 246-2979 220 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson, NC Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Morning Worship -10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00p.m. Visit With Us This Sunday Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. 1460 Bald Mtn. Rd.. West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service - 11:00am Sunday Evening Worship -7:09pm Wednesday Owning - 7:00pm Baldwin Community Church Pastor: Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 1549 Hwy. 194 South • Todd (I mi. off Hwy 221) SUNDA Y - Sunday School 10:00AM Worship 11:00AM and 6:0t)PM MONDAY- Community Care 6:00PM (Prayer & OutreachI Baldniountainchurch.org Email: Baldmountain@skybest.com WEDNESDAY- Family Night 7 00PM (All ages) Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2042 "A Church focused - on faith, family & the future" (Missions Ministry, Van Ministry, Teen Time) Beaver Creek Christian Church Big Flatts Baptist Church Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. Pastor, Chris Cox West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Evening Service 6:30p.m. Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 Fleetwood, NC Jim Dawes, Minister Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Bethany United Methodist Church Blue Ridge Worship Center Church of Christ at West Jefferson Cornerstone Fellowship 336-877-2801 Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 Burnett St. • West Jefferson Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church 495 Highway 194 South Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday School- 10:00 am Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Worship Service - 221 Burnett St., (Off Buck Mtn. Road) Doug Frailer, Minister Sun. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p. m. Wednesday 7:00p.m. Bible Study 846-5615 Church Office or 846-5616 Preacher s Residence Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. "And He led them as far as to Bethany... I and He blessed them" Luke24:50 11:00 am & 6:00pm "Join us in worship to Christ' Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Friendship Baptist Church Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 Sunday Morning Worship Sunday Evening Worship Services en Espant 8:30AM and 11 :00AM 6:00PM Sabados a las - 6:00PI Family Time - 9:30AM Wednesday Bible Study Clases dc ES Sunday School - 10:00AM 6:45PM Scrvicios a las - 7:00PI 846-3954 Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 Non-Denominational Deep Ford Rd., Lansing Casual & Contemporary Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Saturday Night 7:00p.m. Worship at I LOO a.m. Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00p.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00p.m. 891 Friendship Baptist Church Rdjeffcrson, NC Nursery provided for all services Rev. David Grinnell • 982-2080 Sunday School - 10:00A.M. Sunday Morning Worship Service- 11:00A.M. Sunday Evening Services - 6:00 p.m Sunday Evening Worship Service - 7:00P.M. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00 p.m Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00P.M. We invite you to join us for a God centered, Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience. North Beaver Baptist Parish of the Holy Communion (Episcopalian) Billy Robinson - Pastor Adult Sunday School - 9:30 AM Childrens Sunday School - 10:00 AM Worship • 11:00 AM Sunday School - 9:30 A.M. Hwy. 163 West Jefferson Worship -10:30 A.M. Pastor Rick Miller Sunday Preaching Service - 6:00 P.M. Sunday School • 10:00 a.m. Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study - 7:00 P.M. Morning Worship • 11:00a.m. Robert St. off Bare (Church) 846-9378 846-7481 IFe have a nurseryami children churches available Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00 p.m. St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church Smcthport Independant Baptist Church Warrensville United Methodist Church 192 Church Street Office Phone: 136-982-9411) • Rev, Lonnie Jones • Pastor Pastor: Tim Roten Sunday Night Services 6:30p.m. Wednesday Service 7:00p.m. Missions Building by Faith Promise Sunday School ~ 10:00A M Worship - 9:00am Visitors become family 9:45 a.m. Sunday • Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Sunday • Worship Service 6:30 p.m, Sunday • Sunday Night Service 6:00p.m. Monday • TE A M. 10:00a.m. Tuesday •Joy in the Morning 7:00p.m. Wednesday • Prayer Meeting Seventh-Day Adventist Church of Warrensville St. Mary's Church West Jefferson 8:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. / Pastor: Kevin Morgan fW i 336-667-6092 '0 Saturday Services: Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Phone - 982-3076 Welcome Home Baptist Church Bible School -10:00 AM Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM West Jefferson United Methodist Church Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson. North Carolina Sunday School • 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM 336-384-3391 194 and 88 West, Smcthport, NC Sunday School 9:45 a.m. • Worship 11:00 P.m. Rev. Keith Casey 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson, NC (336) 246-4764 We would love to have you come worship with us. Sunday School - 9:00 a.m. family worshipping experience. Pastor James T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church 115 East Main St., Jefferson, NC (336) 246-9512 9:00 am. Early Worship 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages 11:00 a.m. - Formal Worship Sendee Sunday Worship Services -10:00 a.m. Worship Times: 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh Main & Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass - 9:00 AM Saturday Evening Mass 5:00PM English & 7:00PM Spanish Weekday Morn. Mass - Call for times "A Life Worth Living!" Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor "Loves you and wants you to fellowship with us every Sunday!" Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Sunday Evening Worship 7:00p.m. Jefferson United Methodist Church Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh 9178 Old Hwy. 16 • Grumpier, NC Mt. Paddy Church Worship <£ Praise 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Sunday-School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7:00 p.m. Healing Springs Baptist Church Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church Mt. Jefferson Church Friendly Grove Baptist Church Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4th) •7:00PM Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Youth Services - Sunday • 6:OOPM Children's Church and Nursery Provided Van Transportation Available We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! Pastor Home: 336-384-3188 • Cell: 336-977-1009 www.wjumc.net To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 r RID-MOG Corner of Hwy. 221 & Cherry St. P ^ l a HHut EXTERMINATING Jefferson 246-6077 HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPPLY, INC. 141 Lyall6 Lane, Jefferson, NC (Just off Ashe Rark Road) Open Mon-Fri • 7am-5pm 336-982-9521 ;: iiriviwryffiwiffl'fry r n~ .. TEvTT :5Y;KX« Sears 246-7131 203 East 1" Street • West Jefferson, NC Convenient 7 Days A Week WlIWEll ('ONSTItrCTIOX Commercial and Residential PO Box 972 • West Jefferson, NC 336-246-6482 Fax: 246-6402 Dr Pepper Bottling Company West Jefferson 246-4591 Ashe County Builders Supply "Comptett Lint of Building Supplies" Termite & Pest Control Olil Hwy. 221-S. Beaver Creek • West Jefferson 246-4222 336-246-3367 Mountain Aire Seafood & SteakUouse Compliments of VANNOY & SONS Weekly Specialties VANNOY Hwy 16 & 163 Intersection CONSTRUCTION CONSTRUCTION Glendale Springs, N.C. • 336-982-3060 CUITirrtlT I Mt. Jefferson Oil DODGE • CHRYSLER • JEEP (f^j vV? C"-v."n -must? Smii '•iiniii#' 502 Jefferson Ave. • 336-246-8806 KILL IIART ()0XSTIU'(TI0X Jefferson, NC We Offer LP Gas • Gas Heaters Fire Logs • Cooking Equipment Call Pete at 246-7039 Serving Ashe County for over 20 Years All Types Dozer Work NC Inspections ATF Service Minor Repairs Tire Sales Auto Express Kwik Lube, Inc. Owner/Manager - David Miller 608 W. Main Street • Jefferson, NC • 246-5945 Your"WtrtM* |>«TV» INiuki H&W Oil Company The Jewel Shoppt 785 East Main Street 24-HOUR BURNER SERVICE The Mountain Village Shopping Center Your Full Service Oil Company Hauling &Trackhoc Work Home: 336-246-HART (4278) Shop:336-846-7025 BLUERiOGE Mactrlc .• tonxbcrzhlp corp. CITGO Jefferson, NC Call 846-9241 336-246-4155 Ronnie Hopkins ASHE CouNTy CHEESE l*y Our Mountain Cheddar Cheese and Our Fresh Churned Butter 106 E. Main St. 246-2501 High Country Paint & Performance 1358 W. King Street • Boone 828-264-0439 or 800-452-0343 f? Points 3-M Products y|J|9 Billy Blcvins • Tommy Little 828/ 262-3700 Boone, NC [JEFFERSON POST 200 Hospital Ave. Jefferson, NC 336-246-7101 203 South Second Ave. |West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.jeffersonpost.com 336-846-7164 Fax: 336-846-7165 u7iviv.ashememorial.org mm ^739 US Hwy 221 Bus West Jefferson 246-9969 Mon-Sat~8:30 AM - 5:30 PM Pollard Glass 211 Burkett Avenue West Jefferson, NC 336-S46-4176 336-246-7077 Evenings PPNTTACBUICK' I Hwy 421 • Boone, NC 828-264-9051 fSMr I www.meckbrownlnc.com cHsvmLer CZ^OldsmoCHle •<-j fAocme. KubcUa, 9nc Your Local Equipment Dealer f Your Equipment Needs 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Ga 828-263-8464 • www.boonekubo CARDINAL LANES Family Fun Center "Church Groups Welcome" Discounted Rates 787 Hwy 221, West Jefferson Y «««*. We Build Your H UL_1__J0 HOMfcS The Way You Wo www.classicht Intersection US 221 & NC 163 • 1620 N Wcsl Jefferson, NC«336-246-36) �JEFFERSON POST FRIPAY/ AUGUST 3, 2007 PAGE 7A COMMUNITY NEWS Local legislators share thoughts on state budget Rep. Cullie Tarleton Sen. Steve Goss Senator Steve Goss of the 45th Senate District described his first session in Raleigh as "a remarkable process of government at work for the people of North Carolina." In spite of the complexity of try­ ing to meet everyone's needs, Goss concluded that the state budget, which bears some of his fingerprints, is a good re­ sult for citizens living in the 45th Senate District. Among the more visible projects funded in the bud­ get and related legislation that benefit Ashe, Alexander, Watauga and Wilkes Coun­ ties are: •$34 million for a new Col­ lege of Education building for Appalachian State University and $5 million to pay for land for the building. •$708,000 for a new state Division of Forestry Services headquarters in Ashe Coun­ ty. •$13.2 million for an addi­ tion to the Alexander Correc­ tional Institution in Alexan­ der County. •$120 million to protect our natural resources and lands. •$100 million in the Clean Water Management Trust Fund to combat water pollu­ tion in our state. •Wilkesboro to save $700,000 under the law which waives formal bidding for a planned construction project to be undertaken by the Town of Wilkesboro. •A Visitors center in Wil­ kes County approved for $450,000. •$420,000 over the next two years to establish three National Guard Family Assis­ tance Centers to provide ben­ efit and planning services to families of deployed National Guard members. Senator Goss expressed his appreciation for the co­ operation and assistance of Representatives Cullie Tarleton, Tracy Walker and Ray Warren who worked hand in hand with him in making sure that these projects were supported and handled in the state House of Representa­ tives. ucation building, the Alexan­ der Correctional facility and the Forestry Services building are visible and significant, I am also pleased that there is much in the budget which di­ rectly benefits average voters in the district including: • a cap on gasoline taxes, •elimination of the coun­ ties share of an ever grow­ ing Medicaid bill. The total savings in county budgets over a two year period is estimated to be $932,000 in Ashe, $439,000 in Alexander, $365,000 in Watauga and $2,328,800 in Wilkes. • salary increases for pub­ lic school teachers and ASU and community college facul­ ties, • salary increases for state employees, • a cost of living increase for state retirees, • an earned income tax credit to assist some of our less fortunate fellow citizens • funding to help senior citizens gain access to more affordable prescription drugs, to expand health coverage for uninsured children, and to assist rural health clinics in serving their patients, and • cuts of more than $90 million in income taxes to benefit small business own­ ers. Goss continued, "The bud­ get makes investments in our future such as providing mon­ ey for water and sewer grants for rural communities, for land and water preservation, and creating the One North Carolina Fund that will help spur economic growth in the state. The budget also estab­ lishes a permanent funding source for cancer research to help combat the second-lead­ ing cause of death in North Carolina by creating the University Cancer Research Fund which will transform cancer research and the Uni­ versity of North Carolina's clinical and public health ef­ forts to prevent, provide early detection, and treat cancers across the entire state. The budget does all this and still invests $175 million in the state's Rainy Day fund to ensure that North Carolina has the resources it needs in case of a hurricane or other emergency. Goss concluded, "So while I am staggered and sobered by the complexity of the issues, needs and interests which are bundled in this budget, I am reassured by the nature of the democratic process which enables us to debate, reconcile and finally reach agreement on a plan for the next two years of state spend­ ing. I'm reminded that Win­ ston Churchill is noted to have said, 'Democracy is the worst form of government, ex­ cept for all the others.' I ap­ preciate and have benefited greatly from the many people in the district who offered ad­ vice and assistance as I have worked on this budget." RALEIGH—Rep. Cullie Tarleton worked this session to ensure the people in his district got the attention they needed from Raleigh. In the budget just approved, he won support for three ma­ jor projects that will improve the lives and the quality of liv­ ing for the people of their dis­ tricts, which include Watauga and Ashe counties. The biggest of the three projects is a new $34 million College of Education building for Appalachian State Univer­ sity. This building will allow the university to expand its teacher training program, a critical part of its mission as the teacher shortage all across North Carolina persists. ASU graduates more classroom teachers than any of the UNC system universities. "Sen. Goss and I worked together to see that this project was fully funded in the final budget," Tarleton stated. "I'm pleased to report that it is." They also worked with the leaders of their chambers and their colleagues to get $4 mil­ lion for Appalachian State to pay for land for the new build­ ing. The budget also has $708,000 for a new State Divi­ sion of Forestry Services head­ quarters in Ashe County. Ashe County is the state's number one Christmas tree producing county. This new headquar­ ters building will improve the operations of the service, provide storage space for fire fighting equipment and will be welcomed and well-used by Forest Service employees. "This is something I started working on prior to last year's election," Tarleton said, "I'm very pleased we were able to get this project fully funded in the budget. The outdoor drama Horn in the West will get $25,000 this year for operations. The play, staged each summer in Boone, tells the story of the nation's first settlers to the Blue Ridge Mountains and is a significant cultural event for the region. "I'm also very pleased that the budget contains a 5% salary increase for our class room teachers, a 4% increase for our state employees and a 2.2% COLA for our retired employees. I'm disappointed in that amount. I would have preferred 4%. There are also some terrific educational pro­ grams funded in this budget. In fact, approximately 55% of the budget is for education." "The budget also provides for a tax credit for long term care insurance. This was the first bill I introduced and I'm pleased it's included in this budget. In addition, another bill I introduced to hire addi­ tional school nurses is also in­ cluded," Tarleton explained. 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If it doesn't, you get up the next morning going nuts trying to get dressed and get to work on time. Harsh words are uttered and the vicious cycle never ends. I am here to help you stop it now. Where are your clothes anyway? Piled on your clothes horse (treadmill), on a chair, in the floor or in the middle of Mount Washmore? No won­ der you can't find anything to wear. Everything you think to wear is hiding from you. Let's quit playing hide and seek with our laundry and do it! Let's look at doing laundry as if we were going on a trip and we had to pack for a week. Sit down with your calendar and let's look at what you have to do each day of the week. A few minutes think about this right now is going to help you be on time and ready to go! Here is what you have to ask yourself: Get a stack of notecards and ziplock bags to help you put together the out­ fits. Punch a hole in the top of the card. How many dress-up occa­ sions will I have to attend this week: Church, a concert or a dinner date? What are you go­ ing to wear? Remember the accessories, shoes, jewelry and foundation garments. Make a list. Now go find these clothes and put them all together. Don't worry if they are not clean! Tag YOU'RE IT! Next think about what you are going to wear to work. Put those outfits together in your head? Remember your under­ wear, shoes and accessories. Gather up these clothes for these outfits. READY, SET, GO! Add them to your per­ sonal pile of a mini Mount Washmore. Sort them into Lights, darks and dry-clean or delicate. Next think about the caus­ al clothes you are going to wear after work and on the weekends. Pull those outfits together; write them down on one notecard for each outfit. We are looking at 7 days and maybe two outfits per day on some days. Now it is time to do the laundry. You have sorted your clothes. Put a load in the washer and while it is run­ ning I want you to clean out a one foot section in your closet. You are going to have to get tough with those clothes that don't fit you any longer. Those clothes are making it hard for you to get dressed each day and to get here you need to on time. Use this cleaned out section as a place to hang your put together outfits. Our new habit for August will be getting to the bottom of Mount Washmore. We will establish a laundry habit in­ stead of ignoring it in hopes that the laundry Genie will do it for us! Let's start putting together our outfits now! Think of it this way! You have to put on your oxygen mask before you can help your children with their oxygen mask. Laying your clothes out the night before is going to help you be able to help your children. You will be setting the example for them. Are you ready to FLY with your clothes helping you to get moving in the morning! For more help getting rid of your CHAOS; check out her website and join her free mentoring group at www.FlyLady.net or her book, Sink Re­ flections published by Bantam and her New York Times Best Selling book, Body Clutter published by Fireside. Copy­ right 2007 Maria Cilley Used by permission in this publica­ tion. With EMBARQ, your price is permanent. QC "/M0 FOR AS LONG AS YOU HAVE THESERVICE. MONEY SAVING BENEFITS HIGH-SPEED INTERNET. AND, UNLIKE SOME CABLE COMPANIES, YOUR PRICE WON'T GO UP AFTER A FEW MONTHS. (Excludes taxes, fees and surcharges. Applies to up to 1.5 Mbps speed. Qualifying services and $15activation fee apply. 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EMBARQ™ High-Speed Internet: $99 early termination fee may apply Performance may vary due to conditions outside of network control, and no minimum level of speed Is guaranteed Modem: Without credit approval, customer will be charged $99.99 for modem O 2007 Embarq Holdings Company LLC. All nghts reserved The name EMBARQ and the jet logo are trademarks of Embarq Holdings Company LLC. EMB1 -07-06757 �PAGE 8A FRIDAY/ AUGUST 3, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Music abounds as summer starts to wind up Friday August 3 5:15 p.m.: Rock Bottom will perform In the new Back Street Park, just below the library, on the back street Friday, August 3, from 5:15 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. Enjoy great music in a beautiful setting, before or after dinner, and visit with your friends and neighbors. Concert provided by West Jefferson Community Partnership. 7 p.m.: Preaching services will be held at the Rich Hill Methodist Church. Rev. Charles McCoy is the guest speaker. 7 p.m.: Bible School will be held at Valley Home Baptist Church July 30 through Aug. 3 at 7 p.m. each night. Everyone is invited to attend. The church is located on Three Top Road in Todd. 7 p.m.: LAST VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL OF THE SUMMER! Peak Creek Church of the Brethren. August 1 through August 4, 7-8:30 p.m. Crafts, Puppets, Bible Stories, and Time Travel! Join us in the Time Machine and get back in time for Jesus! 7:30 p.m.: Tickling the Ivories Concert at Ashe Civic Center. An evening with Ashe County's favorite pianists $8 adults, $5 students. Call 336-846-ARTS. Saturday August 4 Saturday, August 4, 2007 will mark the seventh year that descendants of "Yankee John" Church will descend upon Jefferson, North Carolina to visit family and friends. The hundreds of participants attend­ ing the reunion over the past few years have met family members they didn't know they had and made new friends in an area of the country known for it's beauty and hospitality. Family mem­ bers from California to Florida and from Washington state to Chesapeake, Virginia will again exchange genealogical informa­ tion about Church ancestors. All Church descendants are wel­ come. Old "Yankee" had a lot of children andhis kids had a bunch as well. Many of us will gath­ er nightly starting Wednesday August 1st, 07 by the campfire at Dave Church's camper in Greenfield Campground all are welcome, bring a chair. Thursday night chili dinner...Friday golf Friday dinner at Shatley Springs are some of the other activi­ ties...call for more info. 10 a.m.: Warrensville Volunteer Fire and Rescue will hold a chicken and rib BBQ at the fire department. Meals include baked beans, cole slaw, roll and homemade dessert. Plase call 384-4318 or 384-4556 for more information. 10:30-11:30 a.m.: New Life Mobility Assistance Dogs will be at the library. Learn how shelter dogs are being trained and put to work assisting people with disabilities. 1 p.m.: Free documenta­ ry screening of Peak Oil— Imposed by Nature at Ashe County Public Library. This free community event is sponsored by the New River Earth Institue. For more information, call Gerry at 336-877-4088. 5-7 p.m.: Zion United Methodist Church will have a fish fry. Adults $8, children 12 and under, $6. 7 p.m.: Regular First Saturday Night Singing at Rock Creek Baptist Church. Singers will be The Bluff Mountain Boys. Everyone is welcome to attend. 7 p.m.: LAST VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL OF THE SUMMER! Peak Creek Church of the Brethren. August 1 through August 4, 7-8:30 p.m. Crafts, Puppets, Bible Stories, and Time Travel! Join us in the Time Machine and get back in time for Jesus! Sunday August 5 Calvary Free Will Baptist Church Youth Sunday: Aug. 5. We have a very special guest speaker lined up to preach. His name is Jacob Berry, and he is from Oklahoma. His story is one that truly brings glory to God. 10 a.m.: Healing Springs Baptist Church announces that their Annual Decoration. Regular Worship Service will be at 11:00. Rev. Jack Pugh pastor invites you to attend. 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.: Peak Creek Church of the Brethren's Vacation Bible School Awards and T-Shirts. 10 a.m.: Orion Baptist Church will hold their annual decora­ tion service beginning at 10 a.m. with worship service at 11 a.m. with special singing fol­ lowed by lunch in the fellowship hall. Pastor, Rev. Mace Johnson and congregation welcome you! 11 a.m.: Decoration day service at Mt. Zion United Methodist Church in Piney Creek. Covered Dish dinner after service. 1 p.m.: Decoration will be held at Calloway Cemetery with a Covered Dish Lunch. Donations may be sent to Calloway Cemetery, PO Box 1426, Jefferson, NC 28640 2 p.m.: There will be a Decoration Service at the Lewis Cemetery (Buffalo Community). Rev. Charles Lewis will be the speaker. Donations for the upkeep of the cemetery may be sent to Lewis Cemetery, c/o Jerry Kemp, 724 Kemp-Lewis Circle, West Jefferson, NC 28694. 2 p.m.: The annual Decoration at the Tucker Cemetery on Little Horse Creek will be held. 2 p.m.: Decoration at the Poe Cemetery on Ashe Park Road. Rev. Glenn Woodie will be the speaker. Pauline Hart and Kathy May will be the guest singers. Everyone is welcome to attend. 2:30 p.m.: There will be a dec­ oration at the Rash Cemetery with Rev.Russell Sheets preach­ ing. Everyone is invited. The cemetery is on Three Top Road. 2:30 p.m.: Decoration at the Day Cemetery. Rev. Ralph Smith will be speaking; every­ one is welcome. 3-6 p.m.: Westwood Elementary School will be hav­ ing an open house. All parents and students are invited to come and visit their child's classroom and meet our teachers. The public is invited to attend. 4 p.m.:Watson Family Reunion at the Center Buffalo Community Monday August 6 4-5:30 p.m.: Lt. Gov. Beverly Perdue will visit Ashe County Public Library. The public is invit­ ed to meet her. 6:30 p.m.: The Peak Creek Ruritan Club will meet at the Peak Creek Community Center, Hwy. 88 East, Laurel Springs. After the meal, Walt and Carol Skroch, of Scottville, will pres­ ent a program on "A Land and Sea Tour of the Baltic Region". A business meeting will follow. Visitors are welcome. For more information, call 982-9538. 7 p.m.: Family Education Teacher to speak at National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) August 6th Meeting. Leslie Huntley, the National Alliance onMental Illness (NAMI) Western Regional Director for the Family-to-Family Education Program, will be the featured speaker at the August 6th meet­ ing of High Country NAMI to be held at the lower level of Watauga Human Services Building, 132 Poplar Grove Connector, Boone. Family-to-Family is a free 12 week class for the relatives and friends of people diagnosed with a severe mental illness. Trained family members teach the course that provides current facts about such illnesses as schizophrenia, bi-polar disorder, borderline per­ sonality disorder and others. In addition to education and skills training, the course also stress­ es the importance of self-care, emotional support, and empow­ erment. The class is free, but registration is required. If you are interested in participating in the Family to Family Class sched­ uled this fall, please call Francine at 828-263-5654 in Watauga/ Avery Counties, Karen at 336982-2100 in Ashe/Alleghany Counties, or Charlotte at 336973-3382 in Wilkes County. Wednesday August 8 8:30 a.m.: The Ashe County Chapter of North Carolina Retired School Personnel will meet at Winner's Circle Month. August is membership month. Please bring school supplies, which will be distributed among Ashe County Schools. Please come and join us for enjoyable fellowship and food. Thursday August 9 7 p.m.: Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission (BROC) will hold its BROC Full Board Meeting at BROC Alleghany Office in Sparta. Friday August 10 5-8 p.m.: Gallery Crawl in downtown West Jefferson. 6:30 p.m.: Open Youth Horse Show at Alleghany County Fairgrounds, Hwy. 21, Sparta. Gates open at 5 p.m. Saturday August 11 8 a.m.-2 p.m.: Mount Paddy Church Youth will have a car wash and bake sale at AutoZone in West Jefferson. 9:30 a.m.: Baldwin Reunion at Whitetop Fire Hall (US58) at 9:30 to 3:00; covered dish at 1 p.m. contact Irene Baldwin at 410-939-2395 or ibaldi® corn- cast,net. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: Free school supplies, food and fun at Grassy Creek Baptist Church. 6 p.m.: Bristol Baptist Church will have a special singing with Kids need to bring their school supply list and invite a friend. Still Blessed singing. Pastor, Rev. Billy Joe Blevins and con­ gregation welcome you. 7 p.m.: Rev. Denton Hart 4 - 9 p.m.: Beaver Creek Class of '62 Class Reunion will be the guest speaker at Temple Baptist Church. The at Mountain Aire Seafood in Glendale Springs. For more information call 877-1046 or 246-9988. pastor, Rev. Glenn Woodie, and the congregation invite everyone to attend. There will be a special singing. 6 p.m.: Benefit Singing for Jerry (Bud) Jones at Greens Monday August 13 Chapel Baptist Church. Singers will be Kathy May and Pauline Hart, The Shady Grove Singers, and Shining for Jesus. Everyone is welcome. The church is locat­ ed on Silas Creek Road. 7:30 p.m.: Coffee House Talent Night at Jefferson Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. Music, Stories and more. $8 adults, $5 students. 336-846-ARTS Sunday August 12 Calvary Free Will Baptist Church is having Homecoming on Aug. 12 with the original Spencers, J.B. and Barbara, performing a special concert. The pastor and congregation invites everyone to attend. Taylor Reunion will be held at the Graham/Nella Community Building in Big Horse Creek after decoration at Taylor Cemetery. 10:30 a.m.: Blue Ridge Baptist Church announces Homecoming. Lunch will be served on the grounds. All mem­ bers and former members and friends of Blue Ridge Baptist Church are invited to attend. Rev. Jerry Francis Pastor wel­ comes you. 10:30 a.m.: Landmark Baptist Church willhave Homecoming service. Speaker will be Rev. Roger Blevins from Faith Chapel in Deep Gap. There will be special singing. A covered dish lunch will follow in the fellowship hall. The pastor Rev. Charles McCoy and congregation invite everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek Community. 11 a.m.: Transou United Methodist Church in Laurel Springs will have their annu­ al Homecoming celebration. Special music will be presented by Georgia Donour and a cov­ ered dish dinner will follow the worship service. The congre­ gation and Pastor Rob Brooks invite everyone to attend. 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Weaver Family Reunion at Weaver Cemetery on Teaberry between Warrensville and Lansing. All descendants of Rev. Hiram Weaver are invited to attend. Lunch will be at 12:30 p.m. Please bring a covered dish to share. 2 p.m.: Decoration at Smethport Cemetery. Rev. Robert Dollar will be the speak­ er. Everyone please attend. 2 p.m.: Decoration at ScottBlevins Cemetery. Come and see the improvements. 2 p.m.: Decoration at Weaver Cemetery on Teaberry Rd. Devotional by Rev. Ken Howell. Everyone is welcome. 2 p.m.: Osborne decoration on Soup Bean Branch Road. 6 p.m.: Bristol Baptist Church: Still Blessed will be singing for us. 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Garden Club meets the sec­ ond Monday of each month at 6:00. The August meeting on August 13 will be at a local home and there will be a tour of the gardens. A covered dish dinner will be served. Members are asked to bring a favorite dish. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 8773299. Wednesday August 15 10-11 a.m.: Hard of Hearing People: Their Experiences and Techniques for Communication will be pre­ sented by Cynthia Harmon, a Hard of Hearing specialist with the N.C. Division for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. Learn communication techniques to help people avoid the problems caused by hearing loss. 11 a.m.- noon and 1-3 p.m.: Hearing screenings will be conducted at the library by a trained and licensed DSDHH audiologist and are designed to indicate if a person might have a hearing loss. Saturday August 17 2 p.m.: The 121st Annual Meeting of the Ashe Baptist Association will be held August 17 beginning at 2:00PM at Orion Baptist Church. This session will be hosted jointly with Orion and North Beaver Baptist Churches. On Saturday August 18 we will meet at Landmark Baptist Church at 9:00 a.m.. Scheduled to preach are Revs. Jack Miller, Art Eaton, Mac Arnold Jr and Chris Cox. All messengers, pas­ tors and friends of the Ashe Baptist Association are invited to attend. Saturday August 18 Riverview Lions Club invites everyone to their 9th annual Festival by the River. A day of family fun, Pig Pickin', Crafts and Entertainment, Music all day. New River Rubber Ducky Race (begins at 2 p.m.) $1000 to the first place winner, 5 additional $100 prizes. Winning ducks to be drawn, you don not have to be present to win! Located at Riverview Community Center, 11719 NC Hwy 88 W. Near Rich Hill Rd. in Creston. Sunday August 19 Donations for the upkeep and to help fund the latest expansion of the cemetery can be made to: Mrs. Mildred Graybeal Bx 2550 Big Laurel Rd. Creston, NC 28615 Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church will be having their revival August 19-22 with Dr. Clayton Cloer, the Senior Pastor from First Baptist Church of Central Florida. Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church invites everyone to come and be blessed through music and praise as Bro. Clayton Cloer brings us a message that is sure to revive your hearts! Ongoing Events Appalachian District Health Department: the primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday - Friday without appointments. Primary Care: Monday - Friday Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary WIC (Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children): If you are a pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum woman, infant, or child less than five years of age, and meet certain eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the WIC Program. WIC is a special supplemental food program that provides individually prescribed packages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program or know someone who does; contact 246-2013. Disabled American Veterans will have BINGO on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the Month at Family Central on the Ashe Central High School Rd. In Jefferson at 7 p.m.. There will be food available at the Morning Star Cafe'. For more informa­ tion call 336-982-3743. Riverview Lions Club needs arts and craft vendors for the annual festival by the River and Rubber Ducky Race on Saturday, Aug. 18. This is a fund raiser for local and dis­ tant Lions charities. For more information, call Barry Hass at 977-8847. Alcoholics Anonymous Group meets on Mondays and Thursdays at Jefferson United Methodist Church at 7:30 p.m. - Closed Discussion Decoration at the Johnson Family Cemetery. You are invited to come by anytime that day to show your respect. and Saturday at noon - Closed "Big Book Study" - All meetings are non-smoking. The Cemetery is located at the Hartsog Farm on Hwy 88 West in Creston. Everyone is Welcome! at 7:30 p.m. at Jefferson United Methodist Church. Narcotics Anonymous group m Wednesdays and Saturdays 1gcai ®®HJ!W Adopt a New Best Friend!! HUMAL SOCIETY 336-MZ-4297 These animals are available for adoption. Male Pit Hull Around 5 months old I In.skip, around 2 vrx old: found in linecoon Hollar Campground Male Boxer mix Around 10 weeks old Taylor is a Golden Retriever mix who has lost his way home. He is ayoung adult male, veiy obedient and good on a leash. He was found in Ashe County a week ago. He's looking for a forever home. Taylor will be looking forward to seeingyou next Saturday at the Resource Center. Mo < Boxer mix Female Boxer mix Female Boxer mix Around 10 tic < k.s o d \r0fJll(| jo weeks old Around 10 weeks old ASHE ANIMAL CONTROL 982-4060 Come meet China who is a beautiful Sheltlc/Bulldog mix. She Is spayed but her shots need to be updated. China Is houscbrokcn and is 4ycars old. Her owner can no longer keep her due to apartment/landlord rules. She Is a beau­ tiful. energetic dog and needs a forever home. Come sec her Saturday at the Resource Center on Old Hwy 16. China is available for a nominal donation. Pctey (B&W) and Sparky (Orange) are both male kitties about 7 weeks old. Their mother was killed and they are being fostered by a gener­ ous foster mom. They desperately need a forever home. Please come see them and all the wonderful kit­ ties we have for adoption! �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, AUGUST 3, 2007 PAGE 9A COMMUNITY NEWS Salute our veterans, military this month Please fill out the accompa­ nying form for veterans and return them by Aug. 15 in or­ der to be included in a special small newspaper to be avail­ able during the Military Ap­ preciation Week Aug. 19-25. Forms for volunteers need to be completed and submitted as soon as possible. Forms are also available online at www.ashecountyarmedforces. org or from the Amer­ ican Legion, Disabled American Veterans, Veterans of Foreign Wars, or by calling Vicky Moody at 9771427. Please turn forms into any Ashe Federal Bank office or the VFW building, or email them to vmoody@skybest.com, or mail them to The Jeffersons Rotary Club, P.O. Box 1045, Jefferson, NC 28640. • All Veterans and Troops are encouraged to complete and submit this form • You are not joining any­ thing by filling out this form AThose Salut® to Have Serve ^ r • Veterans and troops do NOT have to have sponsor to submit the completed form • Sponsors are encouraged to send in completed forms for veterans and troops they know, or • Sponsors can choose to make a contribution and will be assigned to sponsor any vet­ eran or troop who has submit­ ted a form without a sponsor • Forms submitted without a sponsor will be assigned a sponsor • Efforts will be made to lo­ cate sponsors for ALL veter­ ans and troops who submit forms • Deceased veterans will have a gold star on the form A $25 fee for sponsors in­ cludes sponsor name fisted at the bottom of the Service Member info sheet that will be posted on the Wall of Honor at Family Central, included in "Tfie JeffersonsTlotary CTubT ouncfatTbn a small newspaper the week of August 19-25, and on your name tag and the Service Member's name tag the day of the event. Examples: Sponsor knows three veter­ ans from work, church, or as friends and asks those three r — to complete the form, then sends the three forms in with a check for $75. Sponsor has a neighbor who is deployed and completes the form with the information on the neighbor and sends it in with a check for $25. Sponsor does not know in­ dividual veterans or troops but wants to participate. Sponsor sends in check for $100 with­ out completed Service Mem­ ber forms. Four Service Mem­ ber information sheets that have been turned in without a sponsor are then assigned to that sponsor. ~TRe Jiffersons~Rotary CTubToundatibn Ashe County Armed Forces Tribute www.AsheCountyArmedForces.org Active and Veteran Service Member Information Please complete ALL information Branch of Service & Years Served: Rank & Full Name : Mailing Address: Phone: |Check One: VETERAN Email: ACTIVE TROOP [information you would like to share with us regarding this person's service to the) United States of America: Ashe County Armed Forces Tribute www.AsheCountyArmedForces.org Active and Veteran Service Member Information Please complete ALL information Branch of Service & Years Served: Rank & Full Name : Mailing Address:. Phone: Email: jAttach Photo from then and/or now .$25 Sponsor Date deceased (Includes posting on Wall of Honor at Family Central, fisting in event newspaper August 19-25, 2007, plus on name tag at event) Information you would like to share with us regarding this veteran's service to the United States o [America: J Attach phptp from thqn and/or now *$25 Sponsor (Includes posting on Wall of Honor at Family Central, listing in event newspaper August 19-25, 2007, plus on name tag at event) Lifetime Powertrain Warranty Now Available at Empire Chrysler Dodge Jeep! THe Jeffersons Rotary Club Foundation • . .0* To: All Customers From: Tim Harrold, Co-Owner/General Manager, Empire Chrysler Dodge Jeep Empire Chrysler Dodge Jeep has been servicing the Wilkesboro area for nearly 15 years. During these years, I have personally seen thousands of incentives offered to buyers from the auto manufacturers, including the Chrysler Corporation. However, I have never seen in the history of the Auto Industry, an offer so monumental that it could literally change the car-buying world indefinitely. Chrysler has just announced a LIFETIME POWERTRAIN WARRANTY, with zero deductible available on the vast majority of New Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep vehicles. Lifetime warranty is something never before offered by any auto manufacturer, ever! www.AsheCouLntyArmedForces^r H J I H H P I h H H B i 'A week of recognition for all veterans and active service members will conclude with a (full day of activities at Family Central Sports Complex on August 25,2007. Those who| have served in the military will have lunch at the National Guard Armory in Jefferson kvhile the spouses and families have lunch at Family Central. At 1:00, veterans andl .troops will join spouses, family and supporters for the festivities at Family Central, that will include military demonstrations, food, music, children's activities, speakers |& live satellite broadcasts with deployed Army, Navy, Marine, Air Force, & National Guard troops. calling all Volunteers iPlease complete ALL information |Name of Church, Business, Organization or Individual:. Contact Name : 'Mailing Address: |Phone: Email: Central ' Have special event for children (face painting, table to make cards for troops, etc) ' Help Coordinate an activity (collect items to ship to troops, food, paperwork) ' \ LL Sincerely, IIOAAAIA/ Tim Harrold Co-Owner/General Manager, Empire Chrysler Dodge Jeep Sponsorship (t-shirts, Wall of Honor, Meals, satellite truck, bottled water, etc) ' Ft Assist with Technical production for the satellite feed and other events ' r^ 11 Remember, at Empire Chrysler Dodge Jeep, you always get the Lowest Prices and the Largest Vehicle Selection to choose from, and now you get the Best Warranty in the auto industry too! 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Here's how we can help! ' Just Imagine not having to worry about powertrain repair costs for your Chrysler, Dodge or Jeep vehicle, for as long as you own your vehicle. This Lifetime Powertrain Warranty can literally save you thousands of dollars in repair costs. Lifetime Powertrain Warranty coverage with zero deductible includes your Gas Engine, Transmission, and Drivetrain. Tax Deductible Financial Contribution to Jeffersons Rotary Club Foundation ^jyfetlme Powertrain Warranty covers you for as long as^. SfiSS jyou own your Chrysler, Dodge or Jeep vehicle^ •Kg* n Gas Engine • Transmission • Drivetrain No; available on SRT, Diesel, Sprinter and Ram chassis, or (leet vehicles. Restrictions apply, see dealer tor a copy ot limited warranty and complete details. SALES HOURS) Monday-Friday 0:30 n.m.-B:00 p.m. Saturday 9:00 n.m.-5:00 p.m. SERVICE a PARTS HOURS: Monday-Friday 7:30 n.m.-5:30 p.m. Saturday OtOO a.m.-Noon .Just tell us what you need us to do! 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Prices not inclusive of tax, tag, nor $99 DOC fee. 0 percentfinajTcingjnJieujrfalUebatesjindj^^ �Ashe County Youth Football League will begin its 11th FRIDAY, AUGUST 3, 2007 „ \ «+ 5.30 p.m. at Family Central, season on Mon ay, u h grader in Ashe who would It you, child is , r.s.ng 3rd throughond |eave like to play, please oaU RastyItarralMbM y child's name, address, and phone numner aiung , ^ _ of birth. Kids should wear shorts, t-shirt, teams shoes or pleats for the first day of practice and children can still sign-up to play. Husky football practice underway by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor In his first season with the Huskies after his career at Grayson County High School in Virginia, Bill Strong was able to lead the Huskies Varsity Football Team to an impressive 9-3 record on the season, along with a tough 51 showing in conference, they were named the Mountain Valley Athletic Conference Co-Champions along with Wilkes Central. At the conclusion of the 2006-'07 school year, Coach Strong was deservingly named the Husky Coach of the Year. Now the time has come again for the Husky Football Team to retake the field as the 2007 football season approaches. The Huskies started their official practices this past Monday with over 50 athletes on the field with goals of wearing the Husky purple and silver every Friday evening for the next four months. The season looks to be another success for the Huskies under the direction of Coach Strong, despite losing some key defensive and offensive players last year. The team is looking to hang a banner next to the 2006 Conference Co-Champions with a banner for the 2007 Conference Championship. The Huskies season will begin on August 11 with a scrimmage and then the season gets under way with the varsity squad traveling to West Wilkes for an endowment game on Friday, August 17 against the Black and Orange Blackhawks. Continue to read the Jefferson Post for the most reliable Husky Football results and news. Post photo by Michael Graybeal Junior quarterback Daniel Wain holds an extra-point attempt for Junior kicker Richie Absher while Coach Bill Strong looks on. Post photo by Michael Graybeal Dakota Price (left) and Buster Phillips (right) work on special teams for the Huskies during practice on Wednesday. Bulldog football teams prepare for '07 season Local runner Post photo by Michael Graybeal The team's succes will rely heavily on the experienced offensive line for the Huskies. Coach Tom Roberts (far left) along with Coach MikeTasso (far right) work with the offensive line at a practice this week to get prepared for the upcoming season. finishes strong at Highland Games by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor Post photo by Michael Graybeal Bulldog defensive backs work on proper field positioning on routes during a practice. Post photo by Michael Graybeal Players work on blocking in this drill during the Bulldogs' first practice on Wednesday. Post photo by Michael Graybeal Offensive backs work on receiving handoffs and hitting the right gaps on Wednesday. Every July at Grandfather Mountain in Linville, NC, the Highland Games are held. At the Highland Games, numerous events are hosted to help preserve the Scottish heritage. One event held at the Highland Games is the tough and grueling 26.2mile long marathon. The marathon is often commented to be one of the toughest marathons in America as it covers a change of 3000 feet of elevation. The marathon was held on Saturday, July 14 starting at 7 a.m. and spectators of the marathon received a pleasant surprise when local runner, Rodney Jackson of Boone, finished third overall in the event with a time of 2 hours and 57 minutes. Following the race, Jackson commented on his time by stating: "Entering the race, my main objective was to break three hours. I finished with a time over three hours last year and as a result trained harder this year to be able to break three hours." The marathon at the Highland Games is a highkey race and draws runners from all-around the country. The winner of the marathon was Glenn May, who traveled from Little Rock, Arkansas just for the Highland Games. Second place was Michael White who journeyed all the way from California for the competition. May, who finished first, had only a nine-minute separation between him and Jackson. Jackson's finish of third was an improvement of six spots from the previous year, when Jackson finished ninth. Jackson is a 41-year old resident of Boone and works locally at the Jefferson branch of Leviton. Jackson has been an employee of Leviton for fwpliro irooro nf tVio thirtoon Post photo courtesy of Marie Freeman/ The Watuaga Democrat Rodney Jackson is seen here running in a recent race. Jackson finished third overall at the Highland Games at Grandfather Mountain Marathon. years he has lived in the high country. Jackson commented on his job by elaborating: "It is a blessing to live in the high country and work at Leviton. It's wonderful to work at a place where they support you and encourage you in your endeavors, and my fellow employees at Leviton do nothing but that." To prepare for the marathon at Grandfather Mountain, Jackson would wake up at 5 a.m. and go for an easy 24-mile run prior to going to work. He trains with routines that he gathered from different places and combined for his specifications. Jackson stated that the most valuable part of training for a marathon was the self-dedication and determination involved. For the marathon at Grandfather Mountain, Jackson began training twenty weeks prior to the event and would run a combined total of eighty miles a week over a four-day routine. Jackson began running nine years ago for his physical condition with attempts to get into shape. Once he began running, Jackson realized his natural ability to run and began running in races. Gradually, Jackson increased the distances of his races and then challenged himself with a marathon. To the date, he has competed in four marathons and plans to run his next marathon on September 8 in Indianapolis, Indiana. �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, AUGUST 3, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Softball scores from Tuesday, July 31 A.F./ Ashe Co. Builders 16 defeated forfeit by 13 25 13 23 defeated defeated defeated defeated A.F./ Ashe Co. Builders Mountain Advantage Brickstone Pizza Rollin's Auto Rollin's Auto Appalachian Utilities Liddle's Plumbing UPM LPB Dr Pepper 0 6 5 12 3 LPB Standings as of July 31 Won Lost Rollin's Auto 11 0 Played % 11 1.000 A.F./ Ashe County Builders 8 3 11 0.727 Dr Pepper 7 3 10 0.700 Brickstone Pizza 6 4 10 0.600 Mountain Advantage 6 4 10 0.600 UPM 4 6 0.400 Appalachian Utilities 3 6 10 9 0.333 LPB Liddle's Plumbing 1 0 10 11 0.091 10 10 0.000 Husky fall sports season practices begin this upcoming Monday, August 6. Volleyball tryouts will begin 3 p.m. and last till 5 p.m. All other sports, with the exception of Women's Golf, will begin practice at 3:30 p.m. on Monday. All players must have an up to date physical on file at Ashe County High School to begin practice on Monday. The mandatory Fall Sports Parent/ GO Athlete Meeting will be Monday, August 13 in the auditorium at the high school beginning at 7 p.m. Every athlete along with a parent must be present at the meeting. Huskies! Wilkesboro Raceway Park results Top ET action was excit­ ing this past week with the event winner taking the lead in the Empire Chrysler points series. Mike Woodring of Taylorsville, NC advanced to the top of the list in the Top Et points series with his victory over Joe Patrick of Hamptonville, NC last week. Mod ET winner was first time winner Chris Kilby of Ifadkinville who defeated fohn Taylor of Boone. The Jr. Dragster division saw the second trip to the winner's circle for Taylor South of Millers Creek with a win over the points leader Ricky Fesperman of Salis­ bury. The winner in the Top ET dash for cash was Luke Hutchens and Donnie Winstead in Mod ET and in the Jr. Dragster division it was Ricky Fesperman. Drag Racing action con­ tinued Thursday night and continues tonight with test and tune. Gates open at 6 p.m. and on Saturday, Drag Racing continues with the IHRA Bracket Series plus The Classic Gear Jammers. The Gates will open at 4 I t p.m. with qualifying start­ ing at 5 p.m. For further info call 973-RACE (7223) or www.wilkesbororacewaypark.com. Post photo courtesy of Kevin Thorne/ Teammedial Mike Woodring blasts off the line on his way to the win and series points lead at Wilkesboro Raceway Park. J 1 F" | Send us your sports at r Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest Winner Tammy Mash and Lorrie Tomlinson are the winners for this week's Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest. They both correctly chose the race winner. Tony Stewart, and both mgraybeal @ guessed closest to the number of caution flags with a guess of 9. Since we have 2 winners, each winner will receive 1/2 jeffersonpost.com of the prize. Thanh you for all of your entries! Please play Lthe Jefferson Post t ^ NASCAR Contest again next week! NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE LANDS of Heirs of Mary Elizabeth Lambert Poe EASIER. QUICKER. TOUGHER. FOR THOSE rp WHO WANT MORE EI^# THE ENFORCERPROFESSIONAL ZERO-TURN RIDER ZERO DOWN AND LOW INTRODUCTORY PAYMENT THE ENFORCER'" 44 PROFESSIONAL ZERO-TURN RIDER THE TANK'" M60 HEAVY-DUTY PROFESSIONAL ZERO-TURN RIDER • 44" Command Cut System"" fabricated mowing deck and foot pedal deck lift • 60" Command Cut System" fabricated triple-blade mowing deck and foot pedal deck lift • Premium 19 HP' Kawasaki* V-Twin OHV engine • 27 HP' Kohler* Command* V-Twin OHV engine or 25 HP' Kawasaki* V-Twin OHV engine • Pivoting front axle and high-back suspension seat JIM REEVES- VANNOY & REEVES, PLLC, ATTORNEYS • 2-year limited commercial warranty*** 202 EAST MAIN STREET, P 0 DRAWER 67, WEST JEFFERSON, NORTH CAROLINA 28694 Phone: (336)246-7172 - e-mail: 1im@vannovandreeves.com STATE of NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY ofASHE • Foldable, fully adjustable high-back suspension seat and pivoting front axle • 3-year limited commercial warranty*** JOHN T. KILBY, KILBY 8. HURLEY, ATTORNEYS POST OFFICE BOX 24, WEST JEFFERSON, NORTH CAROLINA 28694 Phone: (336) 246-3144 www.cubconTmercial.com CUB CADET 4X4 UTILITY VEHICLE 4-wheel, fully indep indent suspension, dual A-arms. and 8 of suspension travel • 1,300 lb. payload, 1,300 lb. towing capacity" • 20 HP' Kohler* Command® V-Twin OHV engine (diesel engine model also available) • Wide range of accessories available for work end for play FREE DELUXE SEAT COVER EnnsEsssn $64/MONTH* LOW INTRODUCTORY IPAVMENT SALE *4,699" U»T nice *5,499 SEE LOW INTRODUCTORY PAYMENT $123/MONTH* SALE *8,199" IBTHUCl >9,599 ZERO DOWN ILOW INTRODUCTORY! IPAYMENTl 130/MONTH* SALE *8,699" LIST HUM >9,999 IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK File No. 05-SP-54 BETTY POE COLLINS, Petitioner, vs. NANCY POE (Widow); and CLIFFORD ALLEN POE and wife, ALICE SHEPHERD POE, Respondents. (accctiorloa kold teparaloly) 100% SERVICE AND SUPPORT. EXPECT it WHEN YOU VISIT YOUR LOCAL CUB CADET* INDEPENDENT RETAILER. Under and by virtue of an Order entered by Honorable Jerry L. Roten, on 23 May 2006, who was then the Clerk of Superior Court of Ashe County, North Carolina, in the above captioned special proceeding, the undersigned Commissioners will, on the 10th day of August, 2007 at 2:00 o'clock p.m., at the Courthouse in Jefferson, North Carolina, offer for sale to the highest bidder, for cash, pursuant to the Judicial sales procedures contained In Article 29A, § 1-339.1, et. seq., of the North Carolina General Statutes, the following described lands lying and being In Ashe County, North Carolina: HART POWER EQUIPMENT DIrecUoni to Property This property is located beside the old Burger King location and across the road from Hardees in the Food Lion shopping center in Jefferson, North Carolina on United States Highway 221. 205 S 2ND AVE WEST JEFFERSON, NC 28694 336-246-3431 MON - FRI 8:00AM - 5:00PM / SAT 8:00AM - 12:00PM DOWNTOWN BEHIND GENO'S RESTAURANT • (1) 60 MONTHS 10.99%APR 24 MONTH INTRODUCTORY PAYMENT (I) 60 MONTHS 1099% APR. 24 MONTH INTRODUCTORY PAYMENT. Applies lo purchases of select Cub Cadet equipment made by 8/31/07 on a Powec Credit Card consumer eccounl Fixed minimum monthly payments equal lo150% ol the promotionalpurchase amount will be required each month tor the first 24 billing periods, and fixed minimum monthly payment, equal to2 80% ol the promotional purchase amount will be required eachmonlh until the promotionalpurchase is paid mlull, inaddition to any other required minimum payment. Financecharges will be applied Being that certain tract of land identified by the Ashe County Tax Department as Parcel Number 09263-076; the same containing approximately 3.3 acres, and being those certain lands which the Petitioner and the Respondents, Nancy Poe and Clifford Allen Poe, inherited from their mother, Mary Elizabeth Lambert Poe. This is an excellent commercial location, located on United States Highway 221 In Jefferson, North Carolina. There is also located on the subject premises a one-story brick residence, containing approximately1,288 square feet with 3 bedrooms and a bam structure. At the time of the sale, the highest bidder shall Immediately make a cash deposit in the amount of five (5%) per cent of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty ($750) Dollars, whichever is greater. to the promotional balance at the fixed daily periodic rale of .03011% (ANNUAL PERCENTAGE RATE 10.99%) if (I) promo purchase paid in fullin 60 monlhs,(2) any minimum monthly payments on account paid when due and (3) account balance does not exceed credit limit Otherwise, promo may be lermlnaled. Standardterms apply lo non-promo purchases, optional charges & existing accounts. As of 5/01/07, variable APR s 18.99% & on all accounts in default. 2399%. Minimum Finance Charge II. Subject lo approval by GE MoneyBank. ** Product Price - Monthly payments do not reflect applicable taxes or down payments. Actual retail prices are sel by dealer and may vary, Taxes, freight, setup end handling charges may be addilional endmay vary Models subject to limited availability. *" See your local Independenl Retailer for limiled warranty details. Cerium limitations and restrictions apply. Specifications are subject lo change withoul notice, Images may not reflect dealer inventory and/or unit specifications • as rated by engine manufacturer This 12th day of July, 2007. 11 Includes a 200 lb. operalot,a 200 lb. passenger and maximum bed capacity. NASCAR is a registered trademark tor the National Association of Slock Car Aulo Racing Inc. John T. Kilby and Jimmy D. Reeves, Co-Commissioners //M'toW.7 YOU CANT GET ANY BETTER.' �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, AUGUST 3, 2007 Quick and Inexpensive Tips to Beautify Your Backyard (MS) - Sunlight and warm breezes signal the season for outdoor entertaining. For some, those words conjure have gone from cute to tacky. Clean away all "trash"that stack of empty plastic flower pots from the nursery, around the lawn or patio. Subtle lighting and colorful clusters of pots or curving beds with seasonal flowers taste. One woman created a whimsical touch for her children by "GOOP-ing" little ceramic fairies among the branches of a small Japanese maple tree. For all your outdoor "fixup" projects, slip a tube of Amazing GOOP® Lawn 8c Garden adhesive into your pocket. One of the strongest and most versatile one part adhesives available, the product replaces glues, paste, rubber contact cement, and silicone and patch kits. It is unsurpassed for permanently repairing, mending, and sealing, and for bonding two different materials together. It is ready to use right out of the tube and easy to apply. It can also accommodate the difference in drying time when two unlike materials are bonded, such as metal to wood. Use it on almost any material - wicker, wood, metal, glass, ceramic, Use these handy tips to help turn your yard into a besutiful oasis. up images of lounging on the beautiful backyard patio with friends and family. But, for many of us, outdoor entertaining sets off an internal alarm, reminding us of tears in the canvas cushions and umbrellas, cracks in mosaic tables, and chipped or broken patio pots, not to mention the statue that has lost a few fingers. It all adds up to a slightly shabby look to our outdoor paradise. Before you panic and spend too much money on design consultants and all new patio furniture, stand back and take a look around your backyard like you're seeing it for the first time. Decide what is too shabby to save and get rid of it, whether it's that scraggly shrub that has never thrived or those faded and chipped lawn trolls that debris around the barbecue area or tools leaning against the house. Be merciless in getting rid of scraggly flowers and shrubs. Replace them with hardy colorful species that are proven winners for your climate. If you have a "black thumb," don't worry. Tucking some seasonal silk flowers or ferns in a few hanging pots can be very effective and, of course, care-free! Now you are ready to transform your outdoor living space, armed only with your imagination and a tube of versatile onepart adhesive like Amazing GOOP® Lawn & Garden by Eclectic Products. Here are some ideas: Try re-creating your outdoor space as several intimate "rooms" by the way you group your furniture or shrubs can make these areas irresistible. • Paint inexpensive chairs and tables in bright colors to add a touch of whimsy and fun. You can turn an old table into a beautiful mosaic with some broken china and a little Amazing GOOP® Lawn 8c Garden. This adhesive also will easily repair tears in canvas umbrellas and chair upholstery; it won't chip or flake off because it dries to a rubbery, flexible finish that moves with the material. 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Check out the Jefferson Post online at: www.jeffersonpost.com "Put Your Trust In Number One" LY 20.69 126 Roby Poe Road (336) 982-6020 11 Beaver Creek School Road West Jefferson, NC 28694 Business 336-246-2664 INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED Call or come by and see raldine about this GREAT DEAL! • Did you know that you don't need money for a down payment on a and © Century 21 Real Estate Corporation Equal Housing Opportunity 336.846.7164 Minimum One Month Commitment mmmm^l°r rflJ'estate or re^ businesses 0,1 ^ Estate pages ONLY *PerRun home loan? • Did you know that since you don't have to pay Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) your monthly house payment can be reduced significantly or you may be able to afford a larger home? • Many people don't realize there is a loan available for a qualified homebuyer with an average (or above average) income who wants to purchase a residence and obtain 100% financing. • There are no restrictions on the size of the home. Any limitations placed on the price of your home depends on the same repayment ratios used by most conventional loans. •100% of the appraised value of a home can be borrowed. Even closing costs can be borrowed if the value of the house is enough. • This is not a government subsidized loan. It's simply a 100% A bank-financed conventional loan with a government guarantee. mm • Mt. Jefferson Mortgage is capable of of obtaining a Rural Development Government Guarantee that makes a 100%, no PMI •SM loan available to average households. • Closing costs arc the same as a loan without a government guarantee. A • Reliable income and good credit are required. Main Street Discount •Toile Curtains •Jabot Sets • Pillows • Bath & Bedroom Accessories • Rocking Chair Cushions • Hand Made Quilts & Shams to match • Tablecloths • Large Variety of Curtains • Towels • Bedding • Bedspreads • Comforters lwuao. nuMtwun vitws un ta+ ACRES -VIEWS! VIEWS! AND MORE VIEWS! Secluded 13+ acres mountain mKh a homesite with southern exposure and views of Phoenix, Mt. Jefferson, Bluff and other mtns! Completely furnished, open floor plan with panoramic views from dining and living area and Master BR. Large deck for relaxing and entertaining. Gel-fuel fireplace in GR. A great place to unwind and enjoy the best of what the mountains have to offer, $379,000. WITH A GOOD BUY! -You'll fall in love when you enter this charming A-frame chalet with 3 BR, BA in excellent condition. Gas fp, mountain 2 private back deck for entertaining & relaxing, exposed beams, skylights, tastefully decorated. $169,900. A 9375 NC Hwy 194 N., Lansing, NC 336-384-3945 If you are in the process of buying a home or just thinking about purchasing a home and want additional information contact Mt. Jefferson Mortgage at 982-6020. OPEN MON. - SAT. 8:30 AM -7:30 PM www.ALRE-BlueRidge.com 155117. MINI-FARM WITH 37 ACRES ACRES - Doublewide mobile home with 3BR/2BA on .4 acres. Also included is an additional 2.5 acres with five mobile home rental lots; two are rented at $100 month, one at $125 month. Lots of possi­ bilities to an investor or someone desiring a nice lot close to West Jefferson. Well produces 20 gpm and septics are in for mobile home sites. $185,000. - Excellent development or hidden property for your dream home. Pond with covered deck area for gatherings or just relaxing. Property has long range views from top with selected tree clearing. If you built close to pond you would have a narrow view of mountain. Five separate deeded tracts that could be divided once each. Great barn (1627 sq. ft.) with a potential of 8 stalls, large storage and tack room. $400,000. Now, how do you let people know?? The Jefferson Post Business Services page may he just what you are looking for! A.single space ad costs only $50 per month and is in 12 issues of the Jefferson Post every month! A double space costs only $100 for the entire month!! Call Geraldine today at 336-846-7164 and Get the word out about YOUR BUSINESS! 155195. BRICK HOME WITH MOUNTAIN VIEWS - West Jefferson Area - 2 BR/ 10 Acres on the New River Ten Acres in River Run on the South Fork of the New River between Boone and West Jefferson. Over 600 feet of river frontage, Ridge line views, and easy access make.this a desirable location for your mountain home Charming, Multi-Use Property Set on nearly one acre, this 3BR/2BAhome offers mountain & pastoral views, stone fireplace, large open deck, updates, & new fireplace, landscaping. The detached garage could be used as a work-shop or studio. The 690 SqFt barn is pure Americana and is a very u feature that serves as additional storage. If you're in the market to sell your Home or Land, then you owe it to yourself to contact us! PH: (336) 982-2558 www .ALRE-BlueRidge.com <1836 HWY. 221 NORTH Mi JEFFERSON, NC 28640I 2.5BA brick home with beautiful mountain views. This home offers a fireplace, 2 car garage, one level living, outbuilding, deck, stream and much more. Country setting but just minutes to town. $193,500. Land Listings: AND NEW RIVER. Well-maintained 2 BR, 2 BA home suitable for year-round or seasonal living. Large living and kitchen area with stone fireplace, vaulted ceiling in living area, large covered porch with mountain views, bedroom suite in lower level, mature landscaping with beautiful rhododendron and other plants, extra half-lot included for added space. $219,900. 155347. 7+ ACRES ON SMITH-DIXON ROAD - Jefferson Township - 7.48 acre tract and this one has it all! Great mountain and pastoral views, stream, fenced pasture, woods, barn, paved state road frontage and great location! $149,900. 155348. 1.1 ACRE IN MILLERS CREEK • Blue Ridge Parkway - Sheets Gap Area -1.1 acre wooded tract just oft the Parkway in a quiet neighborhood. $29,900. THIS IS ONLY A SMALL PORTION OF THE PROPERTIES WE OFFER FOR SALE. FOR COMPLETE LISTS, CALL OR COME BY OUR OFFICE IN WEST JEFFERSON. TO SEE MORE OF OUR LISTINGS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT www.c21 heritagercalty.com �PAGE 4B FRIDAY, AUGUST 3, 2007 JEFFERSON POST t m u a l J e e f a h U m Chances are, if you live in the United States, »„« <r I a television, also known as a TV. A TV is a device that allows you to watch live or recorded events which occur in different places, often at different times. A TV is different from a monitor, because it has a tuner which is capable of receiving broadcasted television transmissions. Television programs are mostly viewed for entertainment, but they can also be informative and educational. News programs are on some channels 24 hours a day, making it possible to see what is happening around the globe, almost as soon as it happens. Teachers use television programs in classrooms to enhance Draw your favorite TV the learning experience; this allows students to see things first hand, rather than from show in the TV above. <?<U euuawoxd lectures or from reading books. Today, almost every home has a television, but that was not always the case. It was once rare for homes to have TV's due to the expensive cost. The first televisions had black and white screens, not color. They became available commercially to the public in the 1930's. (The VCR was invented in the 1970's.) Charles Francis Jenkins, an American inventor, was responsible, along with many other inventors, for progress towards the invention of the television. On June 14, 1923, he transmitted the earliest moving silhouette images. In 1924, he transmitted clear images of the future president, Herbert Hoover, 450 miles. The image started its journey in Washington, D.C., and ended in Boston, Massachusetts. Today, televisions are more advanced than ever. High definition televisions have the clearest fimsdiiMMdl picture qualities ever before seen. j & / ( Q qI Hh d * i P s Find the words hidden in the puzzle below. Y L V U X M H 1 F K S M R N 1 E U K B K X Q G E R J T S V N H E Y R N S L X E W F N that is different. 3. TV stands for what? 5. This can be seen 24 hours a day. 6. He was seen in an early TV transmission. 7. Stands for Videocassette Recorder. 8. TV is used in schools for what? 9. Inventor that helped to create TV. E 0 B G U N D A G Z L N O D N E S M C K R D U O R C W K A 3 o nO m ) w h : 1 K E B T L R L S T 1 N B F A 1 S O C A 1 1 Q N O T F S S 1 M S N A R T O 1. Stands for Digital Video Disc. 2. Primary use for TV. 3. A TV must have this to get a signal. 4. Older TV's used these for reception. 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Jefferson Ave * West Jefferson, NC 336-246-5222 601 ,eRersonAvenuc'West,cffcrson'^ Chevrolet 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy.net • home • business • auto • personal • construction West Jefferson, NC* 336.846.1044 Plpn; Ashe County Builders Supply "Complete Line of Building Supplies" 127 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson 336-246-3367 SO �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, AUGUST 3, 2007 PAGE 5B ENTERTAINMENT Tickling the Ivories Doc Watson to play in Todd When Doc and Richard Watson play in Todd this month, they'll be accompa­ nied by two bands they know well. Backstreet, an 'eclectic Americana' band, has played at Merlefest several times since 2000. And Southeast Express, the bluegrass-gospel group from Guilford County, opened for Doc and Richard last year ~ and has another local connection as well. Having played together for more than 20 years, Back­ street draws on North Caro­ lina musical traditions rang­ ing from the earthy Piedmont blues of Blind Boy Fuller, to the driving bluegrass banjo of Earl Scruggs, to the oldtime mountain fiddle tunes of Tommy Jarrell. Throw in the added influence of country, folk, swing, and rock-and-roll and you have the recipe for a band that will please every­ one. Backstreet includes Jeff Pardue on fiddle, banjo and accordion; Keith Oliver on guitar; Roger Miller on guitar and mandolin; Randy Gambill on mandolin and guitar; and Joe Hannebach on bass. They'll lead off the Saturday, Aug. 11 concert at 3 p.m. "We're looking forward to helping with this worth­ while cause, and to sharing the stage with one or our big­ gest musical influences, Doc Watson," said Roger Miller, spokesperson for Backstreet. Southeast Express is an­ other group that's been to­ gether for many years, playing bluegrass and gospel music in the Piedmont area since the 1970s. Their mandolin player learned his art in Todd in the 1940s and 1950s: Joe Norris grew up in the Big Hill area of Watauga County - near pres­ ent-day Green Valley School - but attended Elkland School in Todd until its closing in 1953. As teenagers, he and two friends had a radio show on WATA that featured guest appearances by Doc Watson. Other members of Southeast Express are Jim Boren on Dobro and guitar, Dale Giddens on guitar, Ray Coble on bass, and Bennett Sullivan on banjo. The band will play at 4 p.m. on Aug. 11. The concert will again be dedicated to the memory of James 'Crow' Parsons, an­ other person well-known to Doc Watson. James was part of music in Todd from its very beginnings, at the New River Festival in 1994. His special passion was the music of the mountains; he knew all the local musicians and attended many fiddlers' conventions to hear them play. He was untir­ ing in arranging for Todd con­ certs and festival slots, and was respected in turn by the people who love to make mu7 f) Binding Bits coming to Civic Center Post file photo Doc Watson sic in Todd. In 2003, the stage at Walter and Annie Cook Me­ morial Park was named for him. At his funeral in 2006, George Wilson and members of Buck Haggard provided the gospel music. Although James is now gone, the community is mak­ ing sure he's not forgotten. In 2006, the James 'Crow' Par­ sons Memorial Fund was cre­ ated, contributions to which are to be used for future sum­ mer concerts at Cook Park. A pickle jar in the Todd Mercan­ tile Bakery collects change and dollars for the fund; the pickle jar is passed around during the Saturday after­ noon concerts, helping the memorial fund to grow.TCPO, the nonprofit community or­ ganization, also seeks larger contributions to permanently endow the find, to provide dependable financing for the music series that James Par­ sons helped bring to Todd. Tickets for the Aug. 11 con- cert in Todd are $10 each ($12 for credit-card sales). Only a limited number of tickets are available, in keeping with the capacity of the Cook Park venue and the community of Todd. This is the fifth year that Doc and Richard have come to play for their neigh­ bors in Todd. In addition to the two opening bands, their long-time friend and picker Charles Welch will join them again this year. Food will be available. Attendees are ad­ vised to bring a chair, sun­ screen, and an umbrella. Tickets are on sale at the usual outlets: Todd Mercan­ tile, Todd General Store, and New River Adventures/RiverGirl Fishing Co. in Todd; Boone Area Chamber of Commerce and Old Boone Mercantile (Mast General Store) in Boone; and the Ashe Visitor Center and Bluemoon Guitars in West Jefferson. For more information, call Todd Mercantile, 336-877-5401. Five talented musicians Civic Center on Friday, Council presents the sevries" concert. Performing Steinway grand piano sicians will fill the Civic concert will feature the Hardison, Sherry HoffZak. The repertoire will lar music. Connie Hardison is Middle School and has Bachelor of Arts Degree Music Education. She Choral Society, Ashe a member of the choir at West Jefferson. Sherry Hoffman is one with her husband David from Manhattan School of has been involved in the muround Grayson County. Sherhas been involved in the River Chamber Singers and Council's Coffee House series. Joyce Kilby is the pianist at in West Jefferson. She is an County Middle School and years. Joyce and her husferson. Suzanne Zak is origiNew York. She completed in Philadelphia and refrom the State Univerlege of Conservatory of awards in competitions Concerto Competitions Competition. She re­ in Sellersville, PA. Michael Bell is a wellCounty. He is an Oberrently the choir director ist Church. Michael has ensemble Harmonia elude Appalachian State chael and his wife, Joanie, Crafts in Glendale Springs. The concert will be for the music lovers of all ages. SponArts Council the concert will $8 adults and $5 students. Adat the Ashe Arts Center or by Tickets will be available at mation about this or other please call the Arts Council © 2007 King Features Synd., Inc ATTENTION! Retired Refined Sophisticated Gentleman Part time / Full time Handyman Personal Assistant Correspondent Accounting Quick Books Home Design / Drafting Poet / Writer / Genealogist. Resume available Salary/Hours Negotiable 336-977-2287 half of the duo "Solid Stride" Hoffman. Sherry graduated Music and for thirty years sical community in and ry along with her husband Highland Camerata, New has performed in the Arts Bethany Methodist Church English teacher at the Ashe has taught for over thirty band Bob live in West Jefnally from Saratoga Springs, her undergraduate studies ceived her master's degree sity of New York Purchase ColMusic. Suzanne has received top at Carnegie Hall, Merkin Hall and the Jacob Flier International cently performed in Sparta and known musician here in Ashe lin College graduate and is cur­ at the Jefferson United Methodperformed with the chamber Baroque whose performers inUniversity music faculty. Miare owners of Greenhouse whole family and enjoyed by sored by the Ashe County be at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are vance tickets are available phone at 336-846-ARTS, the door. For more inforArts Council programming at 336-846-ARTS. 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She has a from Campbell University in has been involved in the Ashe County Little Theater and is the First Baptist Church in Video Pak k One Star Lots of Nice Accessories, Wreaths, Lamps, Florals v Beneficial Brush Pile will perform at the Ashe Aug. 3. The Ashe County Arts enth annual "Tickling the Ivoon the Arts Council's nine-foot and other instruments the muCenter with beautiful music. The talents of Michael Bell, Connie man, Joyce Kilby, and Suzanne include classical, sacred and secu- ARE YOU READY TO BECOME A HOME OWNER??? 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The Jefferson Post is Immediate opening at not responsible for Ashe Developmental incorrect copy submit­ Day School: ted by the advertiser Assistant Teacher posi­ or for typographical tion in More at Four errors which do not classroom, prefer Early lessen the value of the Childhood Associate ad. with experience; Must be willing to complete Charges course work needed for Rates depend on size an EC Associate of ad and number of degree within two runs. Please call years of Employment; Classified Dept. Benefits include Paid for information. time off, Medical, Den­ tal, & Life insuranceMail orders should be Retirement plan; Salary sent with payment to: range based on education and/or Classified Advertising experience, Must have The Jefferson Post valid driver's license, PO Box 808 Upon employment, West Jefferson, NC criminal records check 28694 must be successfully completed and physical (We accept persohal exam including TB test check, Visa or must be obtained, Master Card) Apply at Job Service or Ashe Day School. Fax Telephone: resume/qualifications (336) 846-7164 (336) 846-3916. to Fax: Open until filled. (336) 846-7165 Immediate Opening at Ashe Developmental e-mail: Day School: classified® Assistant Teacher posi­ jeffersonpost.com tion in Infant/Toddler Web: classroom at Ashe Day www.jeffersonpost.com School; prefer Early 30-Special Childhood Associate Notices with experience; Must be at least 18 years If you have left old; High School Diplo­ pictures with us ma required; Benefits PLEASE remember to include Paid time off, come in and pick Medical, Dental, & Life them up. insurance-Retirement THANK YOU Salary range plan; Jefferson Post based on education and/or experience; PUBLISHER S NOTICE: Must have valid driver's All roal estate advertising license; Upon employ­ in this newspaper is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act ment, criminal records which makes it illegal to check must be suc­ advertise any preferences. cessfully completed Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, and physical exam in­ religion, sex, handicap, cluding TB test must be tinancial status or national obtained; Apply at Job origin includes children un­ der the age of 16 living with Service or Ashe Day parents or logal custodians, School. Fax pregnant women & people resume/qualifications securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ to (336)846-3916. paper will not knowingly Open until filled. accept any advertising for logal estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are here by informed thai all dwellings advertisod In this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at " 1-800-669-9777. Tho toll-telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! STAFF NURSE (160-50-0506) Open until filled. FT New River Behavioral HealthCare, West Jefferson. Duties include:Work with child/youth and adult MH/DD/SA consumers providing client moni­ toring, assisting clients with medication, medi­ cation education and blood work. Will work closely with psychia­ trists and staff. Mini­ mum requirements: Graduation from a State accredited school of professional nursing. Must have current license to practice as a RN in NC Board of Nursing. Prefer experi­ ence with psychiatric disorders and psychotrophic meds. Usual schedule: Mon-Fri 8-5. Hiring range: $40,260$45,984. Submit state application and tran­ scripts to: Ashe Coun­ ty Employment Securi­ ty Commission, 626 Ashe Central School Rd. Unit 5, Jefferson NC 28640. Criminal re­ cords check and preemployment drug test­ ing is required. EOA/AAE. 235-Christmas Trees Christmas Tree Farm for Sale Nathans Creek Hwy 221N Turn on JE Gentry Rd 1st trees on right 977-2799/846-7029 Fraser Fir Christmas Trees available in all sizes. Call for Pricing 336-877-7176 260-Garage/Yard Sales Garage Sale 136 Beaver Drive West Jefferson Satur­ day August 4th 8:00A12:00 Noon rain or shine Household items, clothing, dance shoes, other miscellaneous items. Huge Yard Sale Aug. 4th 8a-until At State Dry Wall, Warrensville Many household items including microwave, knicknacks, baby swing, clothing for tod­ dlers, children, men, and women. Huge Yard Sale August 3rd and 4th 7:00a-2:00p Lots of baby clothes and baby items, chil­ dren clothes. Infant sizes 10-ladies sizes. House wares and lots more. 557 Buck Mtn. Rd. West Jefferson. Multiple family yard sale Saturday, August 4th on Highway 88 W. below the old Ste­ phen's store. At the oicnic shelter located oehind the home of Roy and Mary Winebarger. Turn at the sign for Gloria's Por­ trait Studio, middle driveway. SALESPERSON WANTED: Experienced Manufactured/Modular salesperson home needed to assist cus­ tomers with their home buying process. Earn United Chemi-Con up to $1,000 per week, Employees Yard Sale plus commission, plus 100-General Saturday, August 4 great benefit package. 7:00 to 12:00 Noon Services Background check and Company Parking Blue Ridge Cleaning drug test required. Fax Lot @ 185 McNeil Service office or resi- resume to (336)973Road Lansing 4478. dental new construc­ tion clean up. Bonded CCZIctssiJ-'i-Gds Woy/c/ and insured. Free /-//f JerAf&r&oft IPosit quotes. (336)838-7377 or (336)262-8719. 260-Garage/Yard Sales Yard Sale Saturday Aug. 4th 8a2p at Brad's Elite Auto 601 S Ave across from the Heritage Dodge Items include baby clothes, baby items, Vera Bradley bags, glassware, rocking chair, racing items, omputer with win­ dows xp program and printer, kids and teen lothes and lots more! YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time 2 times $9.50 $15.00 Copy and payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tuesday Edition Friday by 9 am Friday Edition Wednesday by 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. 290-Horses & Livestock PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 300Miscellaneous BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. 310-Musical •H -J M JftKf'l JWM | Grands - Consoles new & rebuilt - We lease, buy. move, tune, refinish & rebuild pianos Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 330-Pets 330-Pets Lost on Bald Mtn. Rd in BeaverCreek. REWARD $500 for safe return call: Danny Spenser 846-2191 or 877-7757 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap 336-877-2330 370-Cars/Vans for Sale 2000 Oldsmobile Intri­ gue. Good Condition. Take over Payments 384-2892 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information DOG FOUND: Brown with White Markings, Male Golden Retriever Mix on Wen­ dy Hill Rd. in Fleet­ wood. 336-977-6263 PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. 440-Offlces, Bldgs., For Rent/Lease or Sale NEED OFFICE SPACE WITHOUT EXTRA EX­ PENSES? Jefferson Station has 500 Sq. Ft. and 1000 Sq. Ft. office spaces with all utilities furnished except phone. For more infor­ mation call Carol Stone 919/741-0403 or Tom Banks 919/796-1740. 2000 LT Chev. Blazer 4Door*4Wheel DriveOne Owner Garage Kept«Leather Seats*Perfect Shape inside and out $6,500.00 Call after 4:30 PM 336-982-3690 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale For Rent: 3 Bdrm, 1 Bath house located in West Jefferson. No pets allowed. $600.00 Security plus 1st Deposit month's rent and references required. Call 336-246-4817. FOR LEASE 3,600 square feet of offices in Jefferson Station with outside entrance. 12 offices, waiting room, 2 baths, break area, stor­ age spaces, recently renovated paved park­ ing. For more informa­ tion call Carol Stone 919/741-0403 or Tom Banks 919/796-1740 GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 460-Mobile Homes for Rent Mobile Home for rent on New River. Hwy 163. Partially furnished: $140 per week. 490-Houses / Apts. for Sale For Sale in Beaver Creek completely re­ modeled 3 bedroom home. Great neighbor­ hood. Priced to sale $129,900. 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For more information, please call Firefly Graphx at 336-982-5145 or email fireflvcanoe <§> vahoo.com 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DI­ VISION FILE NO.: 07 CvD 1207 KELLY PONDS, Plaintiff BOHELER -vsTIMOTHY PONDS, Defendant ALLEN SERVICE BY PUBLI­ CATION TO: TIMOTHY ALLEN PONDS Defendant PLEASE TAKE NO­ TICE that a pleading seeking relief against you has been finled in the above-entitled ac­ tion or special proceed­ ing. The nature of the relief being saught is as follows: Absolute di­ vorce. You are required to make defense to such pleading no later than the 29th day of August, 2007, said date being 40 days from the first publication of this no­ tice; and upon your fail­ ure to do so the party seeking service against you will apply to the Court for the relief sought. Having qualified as Executrix of the Estate of Ford Avery Roark, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims agianst This the 20th day of Ju­ said estate to present ly, 2007. them to the undersigned at 1487 BY: Brenda S. McLain W. Staggs Creek Rd., Attorney for Plaintiff Warrensville, N.C., 310-3 East Graham 28693 on or before the Street 13 day of November, Post Office Box 2483 2007, or this Notice will Shelby, North Carolina be pleaded in bar to 28150 (704) 484-1994 their recovery. All persons indbeted to the estate will please make immediate payment ot the undersigned. This the 6th day of July, 2007. Norma Roark Executrix for the Estate of Ford Avery Roark Ashe County's only subscription newspaper - The Jefferson Post. <&)TOYOTA EOE moving forward > EXPERIENCED AUTOMOTIVE SALES PERSONNEL WANTED NOW! APPLY TODAY. Norman Cheek's •ariSHsroi College For more information FOR HIRE the latest deals on Wilkes Community Basic Skills Instructor/ Coordinator Professionals Jefferson Post for 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. 1115- 1195-Legals STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF CLEVE­ LAND EEE5CZZICIZJI—I OF BOONE 828-264-1491 1-800-559-1491 665 East King Street BOONE AXON E S T A T E o 2? O m 55.562 Acres • 6 Tracts Saturday, August 11, 2007 • 1:00 P.M. Sugar Grove Section of Smyth County, VA The Estate of Ella Barker Have you been looking for good size tracts of land that join the National Forest? Well look no further! Five of these six tracts are 10 acres or more and join the National Forest! There are ideal cabin or hunt­ ing retreat sites on each wood­ ed tract! Wild life is abundant and the tracts have not been timbered Tract #6 is an open 5.6 acre (+/-) hay field with beauti­ ful views! A creek flows through all of the large tracts! This property is in a great location in the middle of a recreation lov­ ers paradise! It is minutes form the Appalachian Trail, Grayson Highlands State Park, multiple campgrounds and Interstate 81! You can buy one tract or buy it all I Be there auction day! DIRECTIONS: From 1-81, take Exit 45 (Marion), follow Hwy. 16 South toward Sugar Grove for 9.4 miles, turn right on Teas Rd., go 2.4 miles, turn left on Slab Town Rd., go 1.6 miles, turn left on Howard West Rd., go .2 miles to auction. From Independence, follow U.S. 58 for 16.7 miles, stay straight onto Troutdale Hwy. (Hwy. 16 North) for 14.5 miles, turn left on Teas Rd., go 2.4 miles, turn left onto Slab Town Rd., go 1.6 miles, turn left on Howard West Rd., go .2 miles to auction. INSPECTION: Signs are on property, drive by anytime and look property over. TERMS: 10% down day of Auction, Balance due at Closing. Anrtounoemonte mod* cloy of muotkm ink* pfocodonco ovor M pnofod molorlol*. SSL AbMlQdon W0KVO (278) *7*419$ 1-WW 7®7-1879 For further information contact Ablofldoo • lyn<hln«rg . Mnrloo » wunUftuclion com 0U l BRYANT - Lyncbbufu. VcrgmiA Excellent benefits, pay negotiable upon experience. Interested persons should submit in writing, their name, address, phone number and experience to the following address, no later than Wednesday, August 15. Jefferson Post Attn: Lumber Lift Driver PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 OA.NY COUNT. COUNTS AUCTION GROUP AUCTIONEERS LOCAL COMPANY SEEKING EXPERIENCED LUMBER LIFT DRIVER. 1 MArtO.1 VWoKMO «T«) ;mw4 (jr«i ut-Mia 553 �FRIDAY , AUGUST 3, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7B Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as coexecutors of the Estate of William Glenn Miller, Sr., late of Ashe Coun­ ty, North Carolina, this is to notify ail persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at PO Box 390, West Jefferson, NC 28694 on or before the 13th day of October, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. Having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of Elmer Bryan Miller, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 3114 Big Windfall Rd.Lans­ ing, NC 28643 on or before the 3rd day of November, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make mmediate payment to the undersigned. This is the 30th day of July, 2007. Karen Miller Chris Miller Barbara M. Thomas Co-Executors for the Estate of William Glenn Miller. Sr. Burl D. Miller Executor/Administrator for the Estate of Elmer Bryan Miller www.jeffersonpost.com 1195-Legals 1195-Legals Clement Law Office • Attorneys at Law • 756 West King Street • Boone • NC 28607 • 828/264-6411 NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY In the Matter of the Foreclosure of Deed of Trust executed by Ashe High Country Developers, LLC, Humberto Barrios, Manager, and John Christopher Barr, Manager, dated August 26, 2003 and recorded in Book 300 Page 582 AND Deed of Trust executed by Ashe High Country Developers, LLC, Humberto Barrios, Manager, dated May 10, 2005 and recorded in Book 328 Page 1930 in the Ashe County Registry, by Chester E. Whittle, Jr., Substitute Trustee. IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 07-SP-83 NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL ESTATE NOTICE TO CREDITORS This the 10th day of July, 2007. Under and by virtue of the power of sale con­ tained in (i) a certain first lien Deed of Trust executed by Humberto Barrios, Manager, and John Christopher Barr, Manager, Ashe High Country Develop­ ers, LLC, dated August 26, 2003, and recorded in Record Book 300 at Page 582, in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina; and (ii) in a certain sec­ ond lien Deed of Trust executed by Humberto Barrios, Manager, Ashe High Country De­ velopers, LLC, dated May 10, 2005, and re­ corded in Record Book 328 at Page 1930, in the Office of the Regis­ ter of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina, and under and by vir­ tue of the authority vested in the under­ signed Substitute Trustee, default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness thereby secured and the said Deeds of Trust be­ described as follows: ing by the terms there­ A certain tract of land of subject to foreclo­ containing 4.774 acres sure, and the holder of according to a survey the indebtedness by Randy thereby secured having G. Rhodes and Assoc. demanded the foreclo­ PA. PLS #3094, locat­ sure thereof for the ed in West Jefferson purpose of satisfying Township, said indebtedness, the Ashe County, North undersigned Substitute Carolina, bounded by Trustee will offer the lands of, formerly for sale at public auc­ of, or in tion to the highest bid­ 2 der for cash at possession of the fol­ Front Door of the Ashe lowing: on the west by County Courthouse the right of way of US 150 Government Circle 221; on the south by Ken Furches, Jefferson, NC on the east by the east­ 10:00 o'clock a.m. ern side of NCSR August 16, 2007 all of the property con­ #1149, and on veyed in said Deeds of the north by NC DOT, Trust, including any im­ and being more partic­ provements ularly described as fol­ thereon, which property lows: as of July 10, 2007 was COMMENCING on owned by Ashe High NCGS CAREER, hav­ ing NC Grid Coordi­ County Developers, LLC, as nates of Y = reflected by the records 296527.832, and X = of the office of the 286937.949; thence Ashe County Register South 75 degrees 44 minutes 09 of Deeds, the same lying seconds East for a and being in Ashe ground distance of County, North Carolina 108.881 meters or a and more particularly grid distance of LAWN CARE Northwest EST "S ^Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and part time residents of Ashe County! We arc professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. CALHOUN CLEARING & GRADING • Road Construction • Water Gardens & Landscaping 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 108.873 meters to the BEGINNING. BEGINNING on a 1/2" rebar set at a right of way fence post having NC Grid Coordinates of Y = 296501.006, X 287043.465, thence with the 221 right of way South 12 degrees 50 minutes 37 seconds West for a distance of 703.77 feet to a 1/2" rebar set at a fence post; thence South 20 degrees 55 minutes 49 seconds West for a dis­ tance of 663.31 feet to a concrete monument found in the fence; thence with the Furches line South 77 degrees 52 minutes 13 seconds East for a dis­ tance of 180.83 feet to a 1/2" rebar on the west side of NCSR #1149; thence, crossing the road; South 77 degrees 52 minutes 13 seconds East for a dis­ tance of 44.90 feet to a point on the east side of the road; thence with the east side of the road North 10 degrees 36 minutes 28 seconds East for a distance of 145.92 feet; North 11 degrees 26 minutes 17 seconds East for a distance of 516.10 feet; North 12 degrees 17 minutes 59 seconds East for a distance of 121.23 feet; North 15 degrees 31 minutes 11 seconds East for a distance of 67.24 feet; North 18 degrees 56 minutes 04 seconds East for a distance of 66.21 feet; North 22 degrees 34 minutes 38 seconds East for a distance of 100.58 feet; North 23 degrees 26 minutes 35 seconds East for a distance of 283.94 feet to a point on the east side of the road; thence crossing the road North 55 de­ grees 00 minutes 00 seconds West for a dis­ tance of 40.21 feet to a 1/2" rebar set in the NC DOT line; thence North 45 de­ grees 37 minutes 01 seconds West for a distance of 57.68 feet to a 1/2" re­ bar set at the fence; thence North 67 degrees 26 minutes 26 seconds West for a dis­ tance of 107.43 feet to the BE­ GINNING. Surveyed in August of 2001 using NC Grid North as a bearing ref­ erence. For source of title see that certain deed conveyed to Ritz Ray as recorded in deed book X-2, at page 232, Ashe County Register of Deeds Office, Job No. 010712. This property is to be sold subject to city and county ad valorem tax­ es, special assessments, prior deeds of trust, liens, federal tax lien, rightsof-way, or easements, if any, and the statutes, rules and regulations of the United States Bankruptcy Code and United States the H & J Lawn Services I "Since 1989" Thomas Reed - Owner 336-246-3434 Wesley Calhoun 977-9040 • 846-4688 • 977-4882 1195-Legals ISR LAWN SERVICES , Lawn Care, Inc. 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Repairs • Appliance Installation • Basement Remodeling Shop located at: 245 VonTUrner Rd. • West Jefferson, NC • Residential Pick up Service • $40.00 Quarterly • Special Pick-up Service Available Appleseed Quality Home Repairs mJ SATELLITE SALES & SERVICE JVC zenith^^-- " 1 O) It's Finally Here! ^\ye are now A Private Trash Service " , *8| accepting new Garbage Service includes: Weekly or Biweekly Pickup Residential, Light Commercial and Small Business Accepted Contact us at: 828-394-4944 or 828-292-3211 �PAGE 8B FRIDAY, AUGUST 3, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals Bankruptcy Courts. The Substitute Trustee, after sale, may require the highest bidder to immediately make a cash deposit of ten per­ cent (10%) of the amount of the bid. Any successful bidder shall be required to tender the full balance pur­ chase price so bid in cash or certified check at the time the Substitute Trustee tenders a deed for the property or at­ tempts to tender such deed. Should said successful bidder fail to pay the full balance purchase price so bid at that time, the bid­ der shall remain, liable on the bid as provided by statute. 3 The Notice of Sale hereby given is in satis­ faction of the require­ ments of the above-mentioned Deeds of Trust and the requirements contained in the North Carolina General Statutes with respect to posting or publishing of notice of sale. This 10th day of July, 2007. By: subject to foreclosure, and the holder of the indebtedness thereby secured having demanded the foreclo­ sure thereof for the purpose of satisfying said indebtedness, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at Front Door of the Ashe County Courthouse 150 Government Circle Jefferson, NC 10:15 o'clock a.m. August 16, 2007 all of the property con­ veyed in said Deed of Trust, including any im­ provements thereon, which property as of July 9, 2007 was owned by Ashe Moun­ tain Properties Development, Inc., as reflected by the records of the office of the Ashe County Register of Deeds, the same ly­ ing and being in Ashe County, North Carolina and more particularly described as follows: Lying and being in Chestnut Hill Town­ ship, Ashe County, North Carolina, and being more partic­ ularly described as fol­ lows: BEING Lot No. 5 of Christmas Tree Moun­ tain as shown on a plat of the same which appears of re­ cord in the Ashe Coun­ ty Public Registry in Plat Book 3 at on the bid as provided by statute. The Notice of Sale hereby given is in satis­ faction of the require­ ments of the above-mentioned Deeds of Trust and the requirements contained in the North Carolina General Statutes with respect to posting or publishing of notice of sale. This 10th day of July, 2007. By: Chester E. Whittle, Jr., Substitute Trustee 756 West King Street Boone, North Carolina 28607 828/264-6661 PUBLIC NOTICE HOUSE FOR SALE BY GOVERNMENTMUST BE MOVED SPECIAL PROVI­ SIONS APPLY: The County of Ashe is accepting sealed bids on a 1974 1.2 story house with _ basement that MUST BE MOVED Special provisions ap­ ply to the sale and re­ moval of this structure and bids must be sub­ mitted in a sealed en­ velope that is clearly la­ beled as "Cherry Drive House Bid". Bids must be submitted on a spe­ cial provision bid form and must be submitted no later than 1 p.m. on Thursday, August 30, 2007. Bids must be ei­ ther hand delivered or mailed to: County Man­ ager's Office, 150 Gov­ ernment Circle Suite 2500, Jefferson, NC 28640. Inquiries about Administration Office at (336) 219-2501 or commissioners @ ashecountygov.com. The county reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Any bids that attempt to circum­ vent the official bid process will not be ac­ cepted. For example specifying a bid of $x greater than the high­ est bid not to exceed $xx is unacceptable. Dan McMillan County Manager July 30, 2007 Clement Law Office • Attorneys at Law • 756 West King Street • Boone • NC 28607 • 828/264-6411 NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY In the Matter of the Foreclosure of Deed of Trust executed by Bev­ erley M. Barrios, Individually and as President of Ashe Mountain Properties Development, Inc. and Humberto Barrios, Indi­ vidually and as VicePresident of Ashe Mountain Properties Development, Inc., dat­ ed August 24, 2004 and recorded in Book 317 Page 2380, Ashe County Registry, by Chester E. Whittle, Jr., Substitute Trustee. THE GENERAL IN COURT OF JUSTICE COURT SUPERIOR DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 07-SP-84 NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL ESTATE Under and by virtue of the power of sale con­ tained in a certain Deed of Trust executed by Beverley M. Barrios, Individually and as President of Ashe Mountain Properties Development, Inc., and Humberto Barrios, Indi­ vidually and as Vice President of Ashe Mountain Properties Development, Inc., dat­ ed August 24, 2004, and recorded in Record Book 317 at Page 2380, in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina, as modified, and under and by vir­ tue of the authority vested in the undersigned Substitute Trustee, default having been made in the pay­ ment of the indebtedness thereby secured and the said Deed of Trust being by the terms thereof 2 Chester E. Whittle, Jr., Substitute Trustee 756 West King Street Boone, North Carolina 28607 828/264-6661 TRUSTEE'S FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL PROPERTY Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed and delivered by Roy Franklin Pay and Kimberly C. Ray, dated May 30, 2000 and recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Ashe County, North Carolina, in Book 250 at Page 636, and because of default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust and failure to do and perform the stipulations and agreements therein contained, and pursuant to demand of the Owner and Holder of the indebtedness secured by said Deed of Trust, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will expose for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash the property therein described, to wit: page 120, to which re­ corded plat reference is hereby made for a metes and bounds description of said lot. And being the same lot described in and con­ veyed by that certain deed from Chris M. Rabon and wife, Joy M. Rabon to Ashe Mountain Proper­ ties Development, Inc., dat­ ed 3 April 2001, and of attached legal record in the Ashe See description. County Public Registry in Book Present Record 259, at page 83. This indenture is made Owner(s): Roy Ray and SUBJECT to road Kimberly C. Ray maintenance agree­ The terms of the sale ment as set out that the real and described in the are aforementioned deed, property hereinbefore to which recorded deed described will be sold for cash to the highest reference is hereby made for a bidder and that the may more specific descrip­ undersigned require the successful tion of the same. This property is to be bidder at the sale to immediately deposit ssSisybisFLiSLSi& es, special assessments, prior deeds of trust, liens, federal tax lien, rightsof-way, or easements, if any, and the statutes, rules and regulations of the United States Bankruptcy Code and the United States Bankruptcy Courts. The Substitute Trustee, after sale, may require the highest bidder to immediately make a cash deposit of ten per­ cent (10%) of the amount of the bid. Any successful bidder shall be required to tender the full balance pur­ chase price so bid in cash or certified check at the time the Substitute Trustee tenders a deed for the property or at­ tempts to tender such deed. Should said successful bidder fail to pay the full balance purchase price so bid at that time, the bid­ der shall remain liable cKeck in an amount equal to the greater of five percent (5%) of the high bid or $750.00. The real property hereinabove described will be sold "as is" "where is" subject to any and all superior liens, and subject to taxes and special assessments. The sale will be help open for ten (10) days for upset bids as by law required. Date and Hour for Sale: August 16, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. Place of Sale: Ashe County Courthouse Date of this Notice: June 22, 2007 Stephen A. Lamb, Substitute Trustee THE LAMB FIRM P.O. Box 36158 Charlotte, NC 28636-6158 Phone: (704) 331-0014 BEGINNING on a spike 1195-Legals set in the centerline Intersection of N.C.S.R. # 1177 and the eastern line of the Harold Miller property as described in Deed Book 227 page 2362, thence with the eastern line of Miller property, S. 39-59-10 E.45.82 feet to a point on the line at the creek; thence continuing said eastern line with the centerline of said creek for courses 1 )thence S.39-32-22 E.10.77 feet to a point, 2)thence S. 04-01-30 E. 32.33 feet to a point, 3) thence S.34-19-55 E. 23.95 feet to a point, 4) thence S. 14-38-31 E. 64.31 feet to a 1/2-inch rebar set in the forks of the creek, said rebar being S.56-11-39E. 32.37feet from a 1/2-inch rebar set by a spruce pine as a reference point said rebar also being the southeastern corner of said Miller, thence the southern line of said Miller property with the centerline of said creek, seven courses 1) thence N.83-06-13 W.26.04 feet to a point 2) thence, S.63-50-49W.22.98 feet to a point, 3)thence S. 51-06-22 W.43.81 feet to a point, 4)thence S. 70-51-39 W. 54.63 feet to a point, 5) thence S.55-57-22W. 52.00 feet to a point, 6)thence S. 83-02-34 W. 30.08 feet to a point, 7) thence S.84-31-54 W.9.03 feet to a point, said point being the southwestern corner of said Miller property; thence with the western line of said Miller property, N.15-10-16W., passing over 1/2-inch consults found at 5.63 feet, and at 198.86 feet, for a total distance of 230.49 to a point in the centerline of said N.C.S.R.#1177; thence with the centerline of said N.C.S.R. #1177 five courses, 1) thence N.78-46-10 E. 31.27 feet to a point, 2)thence N.78-16-10 E. 35.50 feet to a point, 3) thence N. 80-16-41 E. 48.50 feet to a point, 4) thence N.85-57-29 E.52.02 feet to a point, 5) thence S.84-57-33 E., 41.08 feet to the BEGINNING; contain­ ing 1.049 acres as by calculated geometry, coordinate from field data Thomas Herman Company, RO. Box 519, Jefferson, NC 28640-0519, (336) 246-3352, NCRLS L-2633, dated March 17, 1998. Job #98031201. FOR FURTHER REFERENCE SEE Deed Book 230, Page 1179, Ashe County Registry. NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, ASHE COUNTY 07 SP 79 Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Randall McClure and Patricia McClure to Michelle T. Shep­ herd, Trustee(s), dated July 16, 2004, and recorded in Book 316, Page 43, 1195-Legals 1195-Legals Ashe County Regis­ try, North Carolina. Default having been made in the pay­ ment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the under­ signed, having been substituted as Trust­ ee in said Deed of Trust by an instru­ ment duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina, and the holder of the note evidencing said in­ debtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the un­ dersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at the Court­ house Door in Ashe County, North Caro­ lina, at 10:00AM on August 15, 2007, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property, to wit: See Attached Exhibit A Said property is commonly known as 277 Doyle Bare Road, West Jeffer­ son, NC 28694. Third party purchas­ ers must pay the ex­ cise tax, pursuant to N.C.G.S. 105228.30, in the amount of One Dol­ lar ($1.00) per each Five Hundred Dol­ lars ($500.00) or fractional part there­ of, and the Clerk of Courts fee, pursuant to N.C.G.S. 7A-308, in the amount of For­ ty-five Cents (45) per each One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) or fractional part there­ of or Three Hundred Dollars ($300.00), whichever is greater. A deposit of five per­ cent (5%) of the bid, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichev­ er is greater, will be required at the time of the sale and must be tendered in the form of certified funds. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid Randall and McClure. uatiod., aJi.-.tha re-. muining amounts will be immediately due and owing. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, transfer and conveyance AS IS WHERE IS. There are no representa­ tions of warranty re­ lating to the title or any physical, envi­ ronmental, health or safety conditions ex­ isting in, on, at, or relating to the prop­ erty being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, special as­ sessments, land transfer taxes, if any, and encumbrances of record. To the best of the knowl­ edge and belief of the undersigned, the current owner(s) of the property is/are McClure Patricia Kenneth D. Cavins Substitute Trustee 1101 Nowell Road, Suite 118 Raleigh, NC 27607 (919) 854-1200 File No.: Our 752.0700913NC/t EXHIBIT "A" Randall McClure Obids Township Ashe County, N.C. Being a portion of the Robert W. Bare et. al. property as described in Deed Book 193 Page 367, bounded by the lands of, formerly of, or in possession of the following: on the north by Ronald Os­ borne (252-805), on the east and south by a new lines, on the west by a private drive; Being more particularly descri­ bed as: BEGINNING on a point in the centerline of a private drive, said point be­ ing the southwestern corner of the Os­ borne property, thence with the Os­ borne line 3.88-4452E. 22.05 feet to a 1/2-inch rebar set; thence with a new line two courses, 1) thence S.49-32-49E. 302.35 feet to a 1/2inch rebar set, 2) thence S.40-2711W., passing over a 1/2-inch rebar set at 136.10 feet, for a to­ tal distance of 171.10 feet to a point in the centerline of a pri­ vate drive; thence with said centerline six courses, 1) thence N.55-5253W. 44.88 feet to a point, 2) N.51-1615W. 67.07 feet to a point, 3) thence N.42-45-38W. 50.46 feet to a point, 4) thence N.31-4943W. 37.46 feet to a point, 5) thence N.09-32-00W. 39.03 feet to a point, 6) thence N.03-19-25E. &l;,0oS- taining 1.045 acres as calculated by co­ ordinate geometry, from field data gath­ ered by Thomas Herman Company, PLLC, P.O. Box 519, Jefferson, NC 28640-0519, (336)846-3352, PL.S. L-2633, dated November 15, 2002, Revised October 26, 2003. Job # 88120501. There is also con­ veyed an easement of right of way across other lands of the Grantors follow­ ing an existing road­ way. Property Address: 277 Doyle Bare Road, West Jeffer­ son, NC 28694 Parcel Number: 12383-119 30th anniversary win—for 40th! Post photo by Jim Thompson Velma Jones (center, holding sign) of Crumpler recently won Bojangle's 30th anniversary drawing. The picnic that she won for 30 people will come in handy, as Mrs. Jones is about to celebrate her 40th anniversary. "This is the first time I ever won anything," she said. She is seen here with (left to right) Judy Fedor, the manager of Bojangle's in Jefferson, Sean Dryer, who drew the winning entry, and Raven Pruitt. French author visits county Post photo by Jim Thompson Military historian Jean-Denis G.G. Lepage spent some time this week in Ashe County. The profilic author is a native of France and presently lives in Groningen, Netherlands. McFarland & Co. of Jefferson has published four of his books: Castles and Fortified Cities of Medieval Europe, Medieval Armies and Weapons in Medieval Europe, The Fortifications of Paris, and German Military Vehicles of World War II. His fifth book to be published here, The French Foreign Legion, is expected to be out this fall. Wet July at Grandfather G R A N D F A T H E R MOUNTAIN, NC - Rainfall was above normal for the sec­ ond consecutive month at the official US Weather Service reporting station located next to Grandfather Mountain's Mile High Swinging Bridge, but the rain total for 2007 to date can still be described as a drought. A total of 6.19 inches of rain was 0.47 inches, or eight percent, above the 51-year average July rain total of 5.72 inches. Total rainfall for the year-to-date equals 29.22 inches, which is 8.47 inches or 22 percent below the 51year norm. The average high tem­ perature for July was 67.81 degrees, 1.41 degrees cooler than usual. The average low temperature of 55.77 degrees was 0.73 degrees cooler than normal for this time of the year. Golf and Blue Ridge Living on the New River. Homesites from the $50s. New residences from the $200s. Call 1-800-292-6274 or visit our website at VisifJeffer8onLanding.com. Jefferson Landing Ashe County, North Carolina � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 16 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-08-3 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/c4585d7d692189d61ffa8d277427eea9.pdf bdab1094339033c9c4aee0ae534a2768 PDF Text Text • AF/Ashe County Builders tied KTiPtPV Tuesday page 6 • Rollin's Auto still undefeated V August 7, 2007 * » "\'SI \ 500 ^ Phone: 336-846-7164 page 6 FAX: 336-846-7165 • Dr Pepper wins two games Quick response saves plant Fire on the roof of Elk Creek International, Inc., on Hice Avenue in West Jeffer­ son Friday morning brought instant response from West Jefferson and Jefferson vol­ unteer fire departments and a host of county and state officials. Because of safety violations, the plant was shut down until cleared by the Ashe County Fire Marshal, which came Saturday after­ noon. The county fire marshal is designated by the county manager and works out of the building inspections office. He is certified as a Level 3 Fire Inspector by the Department of Insurance. Bob Davis, fire marshal for Ashe County, sent the fol­ lowing letter to David Blair, president of Elk Creek Inter­ national, and company repre­ sentatives: "On August 3, 2007, West Jefferson Volunteer Fire De­ partment, Ashe County Fire Marshall, Ashe County Emer­ gency Management Coordi­ nator, Town of West Jefferson officials, and NC Department of Environment and Natu­ ral Resources Division of Air Quality inspector were on scene at 225 Hice Avenue during a fire caused when an excessive amount of sawdust on top of the building that houses a wood/sawdust fired boiler ignited." "Upon investigation, the site was found to be in vio­ lation of NC State Build­ ing Code Fire Code Section 304.1.1 for excessive accumu­ lation of combustible waste materials; Section 1903 gen­ eral requirements for lum­ ber yards and woodworking facilities; and Section 1908.5 governing combustible waste; and Section 305.1 governing clearance from ignition sourc­ es among other violations." "This letter will serve as Volume 82, Issue 63 page 7 SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor www.jeffer8onpost.com Poes honored for service by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Post photo by Linda Burchette Ashe County Fire Marshal Bob Davis and Emergency Management Coordinator Patty McMeans observe the situation Friday morning at Elk Creek International in West Jefferson as the town's fire department responded to a fire in the sawdust. official notification of afore­ mentioned violations. Per 153A-366, inspectors have the authority to condemn as unsafe any building that ap­ pears to be especially danger­ ous to life. You are hereby or­ dered to cease all operations Handling hazardous duty on the homefront every day, too often emergency workers don't get the recognition they deserve. But last month, the North Carolina Association of Rescue and EMS celebrated their 50th year and honored two of Ashe County's most dedicated individuals. Robert and Debbie Poe, coowners of Blue Ridge Medical Transport and volunteers for Ashe County Rescue Squad, with 43 years between them as members of the state as­ sociation, were made lifetime members. This is the highest honor given to a member of the as­ sociation, bestowed only 20 times before and only once to a female. This was the "They called us out of the building when they voted on this," Debbie said. "It was a total surprise." "We were sitting with friends and squad members, and they gave a brief history of how long we'd been in the association and committees," Robert said. "You never know from year to year if anyone will be recommended. The commander recommends this award. I recommended four or five people during my term, including Durwood Ev­ ans of Gates County, a found­ er that the award is named for. He's around 90 and still a member of the association." "I felt that maybe Robert was going to be recommend­ ed," said Debbie, "but when they said 'wife' it really sur­ prised me. I never predicted involving the boilers and kiln until a new fire inspection has been performed by the Ashe County Fire Marshal and a new fire permit has been is­ sued." Davis said because he is loSee Fire, page 5 Jefferson woman turns 100 Leah Miller Lyalls cele­ ing fulfilled by their visit. brated her 100"' birthday on She was known for being one July 27 with friends and fam­ of the best cooks and quilters ily at Margate Health and in Ashe County. Rehab Center in Jefferson At her party, Mrs. Lyalls received a vase of red roses where she resides. Born in Wilkes County in given by Maynard and Lenna 1907 to Clark and Jane Mill­ Ruth Stuart of Jefferson Flo­ er, Mrs. Lyalls married her rist and presented by Clara husband Ambrose on July 11, Miller, Senior Tar Heel del­ 1927. They relocated to the egate, and JoAnn Alexander, Deep Ford community of Ashe Senior Tar Heel represen­ County and had five children: tative. A framed resolution daughter Opal (Ballou) and honoring her centennial sons Jimmy and Darrell (now year from the High Country Council of Governments Area deceased), Arvel and Burl. Mrs. Lyalls took pride in Agency on Aging was pre­ being a homemaker and en­ sented by Jefferson Mayor joyed gardening, canning, Dana Tugman, representing and all the things that make the council, and County Com­ a house a home where visi­ mission Chairman Richard tors were sure to leave feel­ Blackburn. Post photo by Linda Burchette Robert and Debbie Poe of West Jefferson have been named Lifetime Members of the North Carolina Associationof Rescue and EMS, the highest honor of this state organization. Photo courtesy of a family member Leah Miller Lyalls of Jefferson celebrated her 100th birthday on July 27. Honoring her with flowers and a special certificate were,from left, North Carolina SeniorTar Heel representatives Clara Miller and JoAnn Alexander, High Country Council of Aging representative and Jefferson Mayor Dana Tugman, and County Commission Chairman Richard Blackburn. Like father, like daughter... by Jim Thompson Editor Last week was a memo­ rable time at the office of Dr. Alvin Jenkins, the West Jef­ ferson dentist. A new dentist began her career there on Monday, July 29. A new dentist but a very familiar face: Alvin Jenkins' daughter, Dr. Emily Jenkins Stopper. Thirty-one years ago, on the day he opened his office, Dr. Jenkins put in a filling for his wife, Carolyn. On July 29, their daughter replaced that filling with a modern ceramic one. "It's been great being here," Stopper said. "The staff here are wonderful. I've known most of them forever." Stopper plans to practice dentistry in Chesapeake, Va., where she lives with her husband, Jason Stop­ per, who served as a captain in the U.S. Army and now is an operations analyst with a defense contractor. But while her Virginia paperwork is completed, she will be spend­ ing time in West Jefferson, honing her skills. This fol- Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpo8t.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffer8onpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com Dr. Alvin Jenkins and Dr. generations of dentists. lows eight years of education, ending with graduation from the University of North Car- Oklahoma attending a class," Jenkins said. "It was ironic: she had finished her educa­ tion, and I was back getting more." Today's world of dentistry is increasingly technologydriven and complex. "Edu­ cation is now a lifelong pro­ cess," Stopper said. "She has to know the original way of doing everything," Jenkins added. "Then I have to learn more about technology," Stop­ per said. Stopper said she decided to become a dentist when she was 18, after growing up with her father's prac­ tice a part of her life. "It was right after high school," she recalled. "I was a volunteer with a mobile dental clinic and worked with Dr. Fred Miller (who was then worked with her father-ed.). That was my first real experience, and it convinced me to become a dentist." Post photo by Jim Thompson She said,"This was a great Emily Jenkins Stopper: two way to start my dental ca­ reer." Once her paperwork is complete in Virginia, she will olina's School of Dentistry. "I missed her first day of either open her own practice her career because I was in or join an existing one. Library to host program on suicide Dr. Karen Brock, member of ASAP - The Ashe Suicide and depression Awareness and Prevention Task Force is coming to the Library. Saturday, August 25, from 2 to 3 p.m., she will lead a brief informative program on suicide. "Ashe County was #1 in suicides for the state in 2005," she says. "We haven't gotten the 2006 numbers in yet - but this is a very real problem in this county." Says Baumgardner (Adult Services Librarian) "I am looking forward to having a program to talk about this. I really appreciate Dr. Brock taking the time first time the recognition has been given to a husband and wife. It came as a complete sur­ prise to Robert and Debbie, who were attending the con­ vention on June 23 as they had many times before. Rob­ ert has been a member for 29 years, including four years as commander, and Debbie has been a member for 14 years, serving as secretary for this region for the past 10. them naming me as well." The Poe's each received a framed certificate and will be excused membership dues through their lifetime mem­ bership status. The NC Association of Res­ cue and EMS represents ap­ proximately 522 emergency medical squads throughout the state with about 21,000 members. The association offers membership benefits See Rescue, page 5 , , ,bto courtesy of Dr. Alvin Jenkins During her first week on the Job, Dr. Stopper gave an examination to her father. to share with us. We need to learn the warning signs, I hope this program will help get the word out to our friends and neighbors." Please come and bring a friend to the library on Saturday, August 25 from 2 to 3 p.m. Library to hold screenings The Ashe County Health Department will be offering Free Vision Screening as part of Health Month at the Library. On Friday, August 17, from 1 to 4 p.m., a nurse from the Health Department will be conducting vision screening for people of all ages in the meeting room at the library. The test will let people know if they neec g asses. That morning Lara Handler, Outreach and Volunteer Services Librarian at the North Carolin Library for the Blind and Physically Hand.capped ,wm be on the "Happy Time Show on WKSK. Then from 10 - 12 Lara will be tallung abou ser­ vices available, answering questions and helping people find out how to apply for these services On August 15, the North Carolina Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing will conduct hearing screening. �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, AUGUST 7, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES where after 20 years of dedi­ cation he retired from the school system. Rev. Roten served as a pastor for over 50 years in Ohio, North Carolina and Virginia. He was known in Ashe County as being the pastor of Mt. Paddy Church for many years. He had a pas­ sion for reading and collect­ ing books, where he donated his books to the Mt Paddy Church Library. He was preceded in death by his wife, Annie Kemp Ro­ ten; four sisters, Ella Mock, Dorothy Rowland, Lockie Os­ borne and Maggie Brown and a brother, Glenn Roten. Rev. Bruce Roten He is survived by his son, West Jefferson Lloyd Harold Roten, of West October 18, 1921 Jefferson; a brother, Raymond August 1, 2007 Roten, of Columbus, Ohio; two Rev. Bruce Roten, age 85, of sisters, June Kemp, of West West Jefferson, died Wednes­ Jefferson and Lottie McCoy, day morning, August 1, 2007 of Rising Sun, Maryland; sev­ at Segraves Nursing Care eral nieces and nephews also Center in Jefferson. survives. Funeral services were held The family requests no on Saturday, August 4, 2007 food please! at 2 p.m. at Boone Family Fu­ In lieu of flowers memori­ neral Home Chapel with Rev. als may be made to: Bruce Tim Roten officiating. Burial Roten Library at Mt. Paddy followed in the Ashelawn Church, do Pat Calhoun, 231 Memorial Gardens Cemetery Calhoun Road, West Jeffer­ with military rites. son, NC 28694 or to Rich Hill The family received friends Methodist Church, do Sylvia from 12 to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Miller, 1173 Campbell Road, two hours prior to the funeral Warrensville, NC 28693 or to service. Brown Cemetery, do Robert Rev. Roten was born in Elliott, 2586 Rich Hill Road, Ashe County on Tuesday, Creston, NC 28615. October 18, 1921 to the late You may give the family George W. Roten and to the your condolences at our web­ late Artie Elberta Jones Ro­ site www.boonefuneralhome. ten. He served in the United com. States Marine Corps during Boone Family Funeral WWII. He worked a school Home of West Jefferson is teacher and vice-principal of in charge of these arrange­ Jefferson Elementary School, ments. Pauline Young Walters friends from 1 to 2 p.m. prior to the service. Mrs. Walters is survived Grassy Creek by: four sons, Jim Walters and November 20,1923 wife Barbara of Warrensville, August 1, 2007 NC, Eddie Walters, John­ Mrs. Pauline Young Wal­ ny Walters, Larry Walters ters age 83 of Grassy Creek, and wife Betty all of Grassy NC died Wednesday, August Creek, NC; two daughters, Jo 1, 2007 at Ashe Memorial Ann Phillips of Grassy Creek, Hospital. Mrs. Walters was NC and Janet Roop and hus­ born November 20, 1923 in band Roger of West Jefferson, Ashe County to the late Irwin NC; a special friend, Marga­ and Allice Waddell Young. ret Surber; 15 grandchildren; Funeral services were held ndchildren. at 2 p.m., Saturday, August 4, and 18 greatgra Flowers will be appreciat­ 2007 at the Badger Funeral ed or memorials may be made Home Chapel by Rev. David Jones and'-Rev. Wayne Os­ to the Waddell Cemetery Fund, do Peggy Cornette, borne. Burial followed in the Rugby Rd., Mouth of Wilson, Waddell Cemetery in Grassy VA 24363. Creek. The family received John Gilmer Gentry West Jefferson October 29,1919 July 39, 2007 Mr. John Gilmer Gentry died peacefully at home, Mon­ day morning, July 30, 2007, surrounded by his daughters. Mr. Gentry was born in Ashe County, NC on October 29, 1919 to Norman F. and Vertie Norris Gentry. Sadly, his moth­ er died early on when John was only seven, and resulted in his being lovingly reared by Mr. and Mrs. Frank Severt of Glendale Springs, NC. After finishing school and reaching adulthood, Mr. Gen­ try moved to Winston-Salem, NC, where he operated a res­ taurant. During this period, he married Geraldine Mc­ Neill and was shortly drafted into the U.S. Army, serving in the European Theater. Upon receiving an honorable discharge in 1946, the fam­ ily came back to Ashe County where they operated a farm in the Obids Community. In 1952, John Gentry was appointed as Ashe County Tax Supervisor and county accoun­ tant. In 1958, he was elected to the office of Ashe County Register of Deeds, a position he held for three terms, re­ signing in the fourth term in order to accept a position as manager of the Northwest­ ern Bank in West Jefferson. Northwestern Bank became First Union Bank in 1985 and John Gentry retired from the latter in 1986. John Gentry was a lifelong Presbyterian and at the time of his death was a member of Mount Jefferson Presby­ terian, West Jefferson, NC. He leaves a legacy of service to the church, i.e. SS SUPT. - 4 years; Elder—40 years; Treasurer—17 years; Master planner and head cook at the annual Easter Sunrise Break­ fast—35 years. His prow­ ess as a cook is unsurpassed and anyone partaking of the bounty of his table will always remember the culinary expe­ rience! Mr. Gentry will always be remembered for his fun-loving disposition and his pranks are legend among his multitude of friends. He was lifelong dem­ ocrat; however, his positive in- fluence and his wide circle of friends crossed the bounds of any party affiliation. John Gentry was preceded in death by his beloved wife of sixty years, Geraldine, and is survived by the fol­ lowing caring daughters and their husbands, Mr. and Mrs. Carl (Ann) Hendrix, of Lake Toxaway, NC; Mr. and Mrs. Jerry (Sandra) McNeill, of Piedmont, SC; Mr. and Mrs. Robert (Kathy) McNeill, of Lake Murray, SC; and Mr. and Mrs. Mike (Karen) Sheets, of Piedmont, SC. Also surviving are five grandsons, Staff Sgt. Robbie Hendrix, of Aberdeen, MD, Chris McNeill, of Easley, SC, Senior Master Sgt. Greg McNeill, of Fairchild Ar Force Base, WA Mike McNeill, of Adkins, SC and Scott McNeill, of Mint Hill, SC; five great grandsons, Kyle McNeill, Jus­ tin McNeill, Brett McNeill, Zeke McNeill and Gabe Mc­ Neill; two great granddaugh­ ters, Ashley McNeill and Kaitlin McNeill; Baby Hendrix in waiting; a brother, Stewart Gentry; a half-brother, Thom­ as Gentry; three half-sisters, Jewel Houck, Lois Greene and Betty Jane Moretz. Also, to mourn the loss of this won­ derful, gregarious man, a dear friend Sharon Gambill and a devoted caregiver, Jeff Harris. Visitation was at Boone Family Funeral Home on Wednesday, August 1, 2007 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:45 p.m. Funeral services followed im­ mediately with Rev. Ernest Haddad, Rev. Billy Robin­ son and Rev. Ken Morris of­ ficiating. Interment was at Ashelawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery with military rites. Grandsons and one greatgrandson will be serving as pallbearers. The family requests no food please! The family re­ quests that in lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church, PO Box 782, West Jefferson, NC 28694. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Ruth Price Roark Creston September 16,1919 July 31, 2007 Mrs. Ruth Price Roark, age 95, of Creston, died Tues­ day night, July 31, 2007 at her residence. Funeral services were held on Friday, August 3, 2007 at 11 a.m. at Rock Creek Bap­ tist Church with Brother, Anthony Roark, Rev. Wayne Roark and Brother Rector Henson officiating. Burial will follow in the Price Fam­ ily Cemetery. The family received friends from 7 to 9 p.m. on Mary Elizabeth Walters Burgess Jefferson September 25,1917 August 3, 2007 Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Wal­ ters Burgess, age 89, of Jef­ ferson died Friday, August 3, 2007 at Margate Health and Rehab Center. Mrs. Burgess was born in Ashe County on September 25, 1917 to the late Wade Hampton Walters and El­ len Miller Walters. She was an Inspector for Greensboro Manufacturing. Including her parents she was preced­ ed in death by her husband, Charles Edward Burgess, one son Charles Ralph Burgess and one daughter, Violet Bur­ gess Hodgson. Funeral services were held Sunday, August 5, 2007 at 3 p.m. at Badger Funeral Pauline Young Walters Grassy Creek November 20,1923 August 1, 2007 Mrs. Pauline Young Wal­ ters, age 83, of Grassy Creek, NC died Wednesday, August 1, 2007 at Ashe Memorial Hos­ pital. Mrs. Walters was born November 20, 1923 in Ashe County to the late Irwin and Alice Waddell Young. She was a member of Pleasant Home Baptist Church. She was a de­ voted mother and she dearly lover her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Johnathan Milton Bell IV Laurel Springs October 19, 1952 August 3, 2007 Mr. Johnathan Milton Bell IV age 54, of Laurel Springs, NC, died Friday, August 3, 2007, at North Carolina Bap­ tist Hospital in Winston-Sa­ lem, NC. Mr. Bell was born October 19,1952 in Elizabeth City, NC to Johnathan and Lo Gean Bell. Funeral services were held on Monday, August 6, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Ashelawn Memo­ rial Chapel in Jefferson, NC by Rev. Lloyd Day. Burial fol­ lowed in Ashelawn Memorial Gardens. The family received friends from 1 to 2 p.m. Mon­ day, prior to the service at Thursday, August 2, 2007 at Rock Creek Baptist Church. Mrs. Roark was born in Ashe County on Wednes­ day, April 3, 1912 to the late Milburn Price and Euge­ nia Roark Price. She was a homemaker. She is survived by six sons, Rev. Wayne Roark, Gor­ don Roark, Rocky Roark, Lee Roark, all of Creston, Grant Roark, of Damascus, Virgin­ ia, Grady Roark, of Moun­ tain City, TN; three daugh­ ters, Vertie Roark Price, of New Plymouth, Ohio, Mary Roark and Jane Greer, of Creston; a sister, Lura Fox, of Sugar Grove, NC; twentyone grandchildren; thirtynine great-grandchildren; six great, great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews also survive. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Robert E. (Bobby) Jones Troutdale, Va. June 10, 1958 August 4, 2007 Robert E. (Bobby) Jones, age 49, of Troutdale, Va., passed away August 4, 2007, at Smyth County Community Hospital in Marion, Va. He was born June 10,1958 at Jefferson, NC, to Rob­ ert Lee and Martha Perry Jones. He is survived by two daughters, Tashia Darlene and husband Jason Sheets of Crumpler, NC, and Samantha Ellen Jones and fiance Der­ rick Shatley of Sparta, NC; two sisters, Wanda and hus­ band Worth Hamm and Lin­ da Sharpe, all of Troutdale, Va.; four grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Graveside services will be held 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Au­ gust 8, 2007 at Haw Orchard Cemetery, Rugby, Va. Rev. Larry Parks will officiate. The family asks that any donations be applied toward funeral expenses, to ReinsSturdivant Funeral Home, P.O. Box 306, Independence, VA 24348. Learn more about arthritis (MS) - As most middle- those affected with arthritis aged men and women would are under the age of 65. Those attest, an aging body is one numbers include the nearly that experiences more than 300,000 children who suffer a few changes. Among the from an arthritic condition. As for men and women, more common changes is a decrease in vision or hearing women are more likely to be Home Chapel by Rev. Russell and a reduction in how much stricken with arthritis. Of the Sheets, Rev. Billy Joe Blevins exercise the body can take. more than 41 million cases and Rev. Sonny Thompson. While everyone's body is dif­ of doctor diagnosed arthritis, Burial followed in the Ebene- ferent, it's safe to say both roughly 24 million are wom­ men and women can expect a en. zer Cemetery. What Are the Types The family received friends change or two in their body's of Arthritis? from 2 to 3 p.m. Sunday prior makeup as they get older. Though there are more One of the most common to the funeral service at Bad­ chronic health problems than 100 medical conditions ger Funeral Home. Mrs. Burgess is survived among Americans is arthri­ classified under the umbrella by five sons, Joe Burgess of tis, which affects 46 million term arthritis, the following Glendale Springs, David Bur­ adults in the United States types are a few that qualify. •Rheumatoid arthritis: gess of Harmony, NC, Doug alone. While most people are Burgess, Carlton Burgess aware of the word "arthri­ This affects mostly women and Edison Burgess, all of tis," they might not be aware and is one of the most dis­ Jefferson; three daughters, of the specifics surrounding abling forms of arthritis. It's serious because, as the joint Sarah Burgess of Jefferson, these conditions. becomes inflamed, it has an What is Arthritis? Roxanna Redmond of Olin, Unbeknownst to many adverse affect on the body's NC, and Martha Campbell of Crumpler; a brother, Bower people, arthritis is not ac­ immune system. •Juvenile arthritis: Like Walters of West Jefferson; tually a single disease.. In 15 grandchildren, 19 great­ fact, arthritis refers to more the term "arthritis," juvenile grandchildren, five great than 100 medical conditions. arthritis is a general term great-grandchildren and sev­ And though arthritis is com­ and refers to a handful of eral nieces and nephews also monly associated with senior arthritic conditions affecting citizens, it is not restricted to children. survive. •Fibromyalgia: This can Flowers are accepted or the older set. While the most memorials may be made to common form of arthritis gen­ be very painful, affecting the High Country Health Care erally afflicts those over the muscles and attachments to System Hospice, PO Box 421, age of 60, young adults, the the bone. Rare in men, fibro­ middle-aged and even infants myalgia mainly affects wom­ Jefferson, NC 28640. en. The family met at the are not immune to arthritis. So why is arthritis such •Gout: Unlike fibromyal­ home of Joe Burgess, 6439 NC Hwy 16 South in Glen­ a blanket term? All types of gia, gout affects mostly men arthritis share one common­ and is often the result of a dale Springs. You may send your condo­ ality, which is they affect the defect in body chemistry, one lences to the family through musculoskeletal system, in that can be brought on by poor our website www.badgerfu- particular the body's joints. diet. Fortunately, gout, which Arthritic conditions can re­ often attacks the big toe, can neralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home of sult in pain, stiffness and in­ typically be controlled by both West Jefferson was entrusted flammation of the joints and medications and by making with Mrs. Burgess' arrange­ can cause damage to a joint's positive changes in diet. cartilage as well. Damaged •Osteoarthritis: This oc­ ments. cartilage can make seem­ curs as bone cartilage begins ingly ordinary tasks such as to deteriorate. As the car­ Funeral services were held brushing your teeth, walking tilage at the ends of bones at 2 p.m., Saturday, August 4, or even using your computer's deteriorates, bone begins to rub against bone, making os­ 2007 at the Badger Funeral keyboard very difficult. While joint problems are teoarthritis one of the more Home Chapel by Rev. David Jones and Rev. Wayne Os­ the piece that links all types painful and difficult to live borne. Burial followed in the of arthritis, the damage done with forms of arthritis. The Waddell Cemetery in Grassy by arthritis can extend be­ most prevalent form of ar­ Creek. The family received yond the joints as well. Sys­ thritis, osteoarthritis greatly friends from 1 to 2 p.m. prior temic arthritis can affect the limits a person's movements to the service. body's major organs, such as as the cartilage continues to Mrs. Walters is survived the heart, lungs and kidneys, deteriorate. by four sons, Jim Walters among other things. To learn more about arthri­ and wife Barbara of War­ Who Gets Arthritis? tis and its many forms, visit rensville, NC, Eddie Walters, According to the Arthritis the Arthritis Foundation Web Johnny Walters, and Larry Foundation, more than half site at www.arthritis.org. Walters and wife Betty all of Grassy Creek, NC; two 0&itutvUe& tecetiied (fa %:30 daughters, Jo Ann Phillips of Grassy Creek, NC and Janet OK 'TH&ndaty (Wi*u*ty fo afifaetvi iu Roop and husband Roger of West Jefferson, NC; a special lueddtuf't «tew4ji<ifien<.076etf> auuj, 6e friend, Margaret Surber; 15 grandchildren, and 18 great­ eutKited to- editorial@jeffersonpost.com, faioufat grandchildren. Several nieces and nephews also survive. out oface 6k TOe&t (/e^faidou otfaxed Flowers will be appreciat­ ed or memorials may be made t* 336-746-7/65. to the Waddell Cemetery Fund, do Peggy Cornette, Rugby Rd., Mouth of Wilson, EOE VA 24363. You may send your condo­ lences to the family though moving forward k our website www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home was entrusted with Mrs. Walters' arrangements. ®TOYOTA Ashelawn Memorial Chapel. Mr. Bell is survived by is mother, Lo Gean Lewis of Jefferson, NC; his stepfather, Roger Lewis of Jefferson, NC; a brother, Mark Bell of Jeffer­ son, NC; a sister, Linda Bostic of Virginia. He is also survived by two nephews and by a special classmate, Karen Dillard, along with a host of loving friends. Mr. Bell was preceded in death by his father, Johna­ than Milton Bell III, his sis­ ter, Kathy Lee Egan, and one son Johnathan Milton Bell V. You may email condolenc­ es to the family through our website www.ashelawn.com. Ashelawn Memorial Cha­ pel was in charge of the ar­ rangements. EXPERIENCED AUTOMOTIVE SALES PERSONNEL WANTED NOW! APPLY TODAY. Norman Cheek's 828-264-1491 1-800-559-1491 665 East King street BOONE �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, AUGUST 7, 2007 PAGE 3 COMMUNITY NEWS License plates help preserve Blue Ridge Parkway Two perennially popular at­ tractions relating to the Blue Ridge Parkway are the custom license plates now available cel­ ebrating the world's first linear park, and the great unspoiled views along the entire length of the 469-mile road. Thanks in part to the joint efforts of the Blue Ridge Park­ way Foundation and the Blue Ridge Rural Land Trust, the first is helping to preserve the second. Part of the proceeds from sale of the vanity plates are shared out to Parkway Foun­ dation partners, according to BRPF Executive Director Houck Medford, and one of the most critical partners in that initiative is the Blue Ridge Ru­ ral Land Trust and Executive Director James Coman. "My wife and I are both members of BRRLT and big fans of James and the mis­ sion of the land trust," Medford said. Coman echoed the impor­ tance of working together to preserve the land and land­ scapes bordering an interna­ tional attraction that draws tens of millions of visitors to the region every year. "The Blue Ridge Parkway is an irreplaceable asset to the southeastern United States that is under assault almost SHARE THE JOURNEY f 0 U N 1) ft I I O N N O R T H CAROLINA continuously from poorly planned development that for­ ever destroys the vistas and views that the Parkways' ar­ chitects worked so hard to give us. The partnership of the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation and BRRLT gives us more op­ tions for the protection of these vistas." The plates have to date drawn 20,000 subscribers, Medford said, at $20 apiece already amounting to a sig­ nificant conservation fund for Western North Carolina. This has allowed the license tag program's to achieve what Medford calls its historic pur­ pose; "when the income is suffi­ cient the grant funds are made available first to the program's partners." The foundation and the land trust have been partners since 1998, with funds being provid­ ed to cover closing and stew­ ardship costs of a conservation easement along the Parkway, protecting the Raven Rocks Overlook in Watauga County. In return, the Blue Ridge Rural Land Trust promoted the program in its newsletter and even included tag appli­ cations in its publication The Chestnut Burr. Coman states "The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation's custom license plate program gives us another source of transactional funding that is critical in protecting property in the viewshed of the Park­ way." The goal for the custom plates is 50,000 subscribers, creating a pool of funds that both Medford and Coman hope will help fill the gap created by the downturn in operational funding from traditional sourc­ es. "This is exactly the inten- tion of what the funds can do," Medford said, "because local land conservancies are largely on their own for operational and overhead costs." "It is partnerships like ours that make possible great things", Coman added. Blue Ridge Rural Land Trust works to" Preserve Rural Communities and Culture in Northwestern North Carolina through the Protection of the Land Resource Upon Which They Depend". BRRLT is a pri­ vate, non-governmental, non­ profit corporation whose mis­ sion is to assist landowners in the protection of their property, primarily through conservation easements. BRRLT practices grass-roots conservation, being primarily landowner driven in its approach to land protection. Since it's founding in 1997, BRRLT has protected over 6500 acres in Ashe, Alleghany, Avery, Wilkes, Mitchell, Yancey and Watauga counties For more information about Blue Ridge Rural Land Trust, conservation easements, and rural land preservation in northwestern North Carolina, please contact Blue Ridge Ru­ ral Land Trust, P.O. Box 2557, Boone, N.C. 28607, or at 336359-2909, or info@brrlt.org, or visit our web-site at www.brrlt. org. Photo courtesy of Carolina West Wireless Pictured left to right: Lisa Viers, Carolina West Wireless Retail Sales Supervisor and Sharon Sweeney, Ashe County Human Society. Carolina West Wireless makes major donation Wilkesboro, NC August The support of the Humane 2007- Carolina West Wireless Society was a natural fit for proudly presented a check for Carolina West Wireless who over $250 to Sharon Sweeney recently introduced their new with the Ashe County Hu­ mascot, Charger. Charger will mane Society. The West Jef­ be utilized to inform the pub­ ferson retail location of Caro­ lic of wireless safety, E911, lina West Wireless donated how to sign up for wireless half of their activation fees AMBER Alerts, the Carolina during the month of June to West Wireless School Rebate the organization. The Ashe Program and much more. For more information on County Humane Society gov. mind the public to look for respiratory failure and death. works to inform and encour­ the Ashe County Humane So­ "Our inspectors are find­ these products in their kitch­ Symptoms usually occur from age the public concerning ciety, call 336-982-4297. They ing that a lot of smaller stores ens. If you have any of these 18 to 36 hours after eating their spaying and neutering are open Wednesday through program as well as offer pet Friday 10:00am to 1 p.m. and and markets across the state products, discard them follow­ contaminated food. on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to had not been informed by ing guidelines set by the U.S. Anyone who is experienc­ adoption services. "Carolina West Wireless 3 p.m. You can visit them on­ their suppliers of the need to Centers for Disease Control ing any of these symptoms remove these products from and Prevention. Double-bag should immediately contact a applauds and supports the line at www.ashehumanesocisale," Troxler said. "We're unopened cans before, throw­ physician. For additional in­ efforts of the Ashe County ety.org. For more information partnering with state and lo­ ing them away." formation about botulism or Humane Society and the way on Carolina West Wireless, cal environmental health spe­ The CDC recommends that disposal guidelines, visit the they serve our community," call 800-235-5007 or visit cialists and public health staff consumers wear gloves and CDC's Web site at www.cdc. stated Slayton Stewart, CEO online at www.carolinaweBt. com. Carolina West Wireless. to visit additional stores to eye protection if dealing with gov/botulism/botulism.htm. identify and remove any of the an opened product. Put the products still on shelves." product in a sealable bag, then At least four cases of botu­ wrap two plastic bags around lism connected to the recalled it and tape it tightly. Dispose SANGER CLINIC IS INCREASING ITS food products have been con­ of it in household trash out firmed in Indiana and Texas. of reach of humans and pets. NUMBERS IN THE HIGH COUNTRY "Although we haven't yet Slowly remove gloves and dis­ had any cases of botulism re­ pose after use. Wash hands SANGER CLINIC IS PROUD TO WELCOME HOME BOONE NATIVE DR. LEVERNE FOX, JR. lated to this recall in North with soap and running water DR. FOX JOINS THE ESTABLISHED BOONE TEAM OF DRS. ASHLINE, BILLET AND HELAK, Carolina, we want to make for at least two minutes. sure that we do everything to Botulism is a rare but se­ AND BRINGS EXPERTISE IN NUCLEAR TESTING. PACEMAKERS AND STENTS, AND protect the public from a po­ rious paralytic illness caused TRANS ESOPHAGEAL ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY. DR. FOX IS BOARD CERTIFIED IN INTERNAL tentially fatal illness," State by a nerve toxin. Symptoms Health Director Leah Devlin of botulism include double vi­ MEDICINE, CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES, AND INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOLOGY said. "While state and local sion, blurred vision, drooping workers are making certain eyelids, slurred speech, diffi­ that these potentially dan­ culty swallowing, dry mouth gerous products are off the and muscle weakness. The shelves, we also want to re­ illness can cause paralysis, Botulism recall continues RALEIGH—Inspectors with the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services have removed more than 10,000 cans of potential­ ly contaminated food products that were still on store shelves across the state two weeks after a recall was issued. Be­ cause of the findings, state officials are expanding efforts to make sure the products, which could contain a toxin that causes botulism, are re­ moved from sale. NCDA&CS inspectors have visited nearly 1,500 grocery and convenience stores, dis­ tribution centers, warehouses and food banks in the past week, looking for the recalled products, said Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler. The products include more than 25 brands of chili, beef stew, corned beef hash and flavors of canned dog food pro­ duced by Castleberry's Food Co. of Augusta, Ga. A list of the recalled products is avail­ able online at www.fsis.usda. CONSUMER ALERT Castleberry's & associated brands of chilis, chili sauces, stews, and hashes recalled for potential life-threatening botulism poisoning • v»YGENERAL CATEGORIES OF PRODUCTS RECALLED: Multiple brands of chili, chili sauce, stews, & hash (10,14.5,18 & 19 oz. sizes) 1, Castleberry's 10. Firefighter 19.Piggly Wiggly 2. Austex 11.Food Club 20.Paramount 12. Food Lion 21, Prudence 3. Best Yet 4. Big Y 5. Black Rock 6. Bloom 7. Bryan 13. Georgia Hash 14. Goldstar 18. Kroger 16. Lowes Foods 22. Southern Home 23. Steak'N'Shake 24.Thrifty Maid 26. Triple Bar 8. Bunker Hill 17.Meijer 9. Cattle Drive 18. Morton 26, Value Time For a complete listing of products and can sizes, goto the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services' Web page: www.ncaar.com. Important disposal information for consumers: Dispose of the cans IMMEDIATELY. Wear gloves and double bag cans, then place SANGER CLINIC, WHERE HEART SPECIALISTS OFFER THE. FULL SPECTRUM OF HEART CARE SERVICES, FROM DEVELOPING HEART-HEALTHY ACTION PLANS FOR PATIENTS AT RISK FOR product in outdoor trash containers that have lids. Keep out of reach of DISEASE TO PERFORMING COMPLEX SURGICAL PROCEDURES, INCLUDING TRANSPLANTATION. children and pets. LOCAL COMMITMENT. REGIONAL RESOURCES. SANGER CLINIC. B0BH3CLINIC Carolines HealthCare System NCDA&CS Food and Drug Protection Division (919) 733-7366 BOONE OFFICE: 175 Mary St., Boone, North Carolina 28607 | 828-264-9664 �PAGE: 4 TUESDAY, AUGUST 7, 2007 Editorial Bridge gives a warning Thanks to hospital To the Editor: I would like to take this op­ portunity to thank Ashe Me­ morial Hospital and its staff and especially Dr. Charles Jones for the excellent health care they gave my husband Ken Cooper during a very se­ rious illness. This illness called for a long stay in the hospital and then surgery was needed.The staff and Dr. Jones could not have been more concerned and supportive if we had been family members. After a recovery time at home an­ other surgery was necessary and we got the same excellent health care and had the same caring hospital staff. I am very proud of our hospital and its staff of car­ ing doctors, nurses and all support staff. I hope our com­ munity is aware of how nec­ essary our hospital is to our community and will support &ULDNT THEY ^ EyCEFHOM MAKE SUMMER EUD9-, BKCKTO ruLJLI^E ONE CHLLEL£RR BEHIND? SCUOOL oneon rru curiae Letters to the Editor the inadequate discussion of the most important aspects of wind energy - cost, ineffi­ ciency, and unreliability. The Karen Cooper majority of criticism aimed at wind opponents insinu­ ates that the opposition is all about "the view". And while the view is important, the bigger issue is the cost to the taxpayer/consumer for a "pie in the sky" unreliable tech­ To the Editor: nology that will never solve In response to the letter on the problems associated with wind stating "to save the en­ current sources of energy. vironment we must embrace Wind advocates never want these kinds of technologies" to talk about efficiency, or - I am willing to embrace rather inefficiency. Any tech­ any new technology, but I nology that operates at 25 % prefer that it actually works. of its capacity is not a reliable I continue to be amazed at More on wind bitter fruits of deliberation ITHMKl WNUASO THUU'DSUfiaeeiA wMiucrowttAi. INTO SFBRTS RESWiUS... 1U &10CHWWSTW... Jefferson RALEIGH - If the North Carolina General Assembly was just going to end its 2007 session with a 10 percent spending increase, roughly $1 billion a year in new taxes and electricity rate hikes, and more welfare for corporations and politicians, couldn't it at least have done its damage months ago and left Raleigh? We'd have been spared a lot of overheated rhetoric and pre­ tense. Leaders of the North Caro­ lina House have long opposed limits on legislative sessions, SfHtoVlC^ arguing that lawmakers need ==iNMC.TO> time to study the important issues facing a growing state. S33 —: To set firm deadlines, they L porois== say, would yield power to the bureaucrats and executive branch, and lead to decisions informed more by politics than by solid evidence and careful deliberation. Hogwash. The 2007 ses­ sion, just concluded, demon­ strates why these arguments are specious. Take the major work of any legislature, the state budget. At the beginning of the year, legislative leaders promised the General Assembly to give to be more responsible in fash- state government a orioning the budget. But the budget the General Assembly eventually enacted will raise state spending by about 10 percent - the same kind of reckless growth rate we saw in the late-1990s that led to North Carolina's budget cri­ sis of 2001-02 - and includes new provisions that were in neither of the House and Sen­ ate budget bills from which the new plan is supposedly Senate Governor Sen. Elizabeth Dole Gov. Michael F. Easley 555 Dirksen Senate Office Building 20301 Mail Service Center Washington, DC 20510 Raleigh, NC 27699-0301 (202) 224-6342 Senate Sen. Richard Burr Sen. Steve Goss 217 Russell Senate Office Building 1118 Legislative Building, 16 W. Jones St. Washington, DC, NC 20510 Raleigh, NC 27601-2808 Phone: (202) 224-3154 Phone: (919)733-5742 House of Representatives House of Representatives Rep. Virginia Foxx Rep. Cullie Tarleton 430 Gannon House Office Building 2221 Legislative Building, 16 W.Jones St, Washington. DC 20515 Raleigh. NC 27601-1096 phone: 202-225-2071 919-733-7727 John Hood is president of the John Locke Foundation and publisher of CarolinaJournal.com. Express your views �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, AUGUST 7, 2007 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT Poker Run to benefit Ashe Outreach Ministries Ashe Outreach Ministries announces a fun filled fundraising event the Stop Hunger Poker Run on Saturday, Aug. 25 with all proceeds benefit­ ing the organization which serves the lives of many resi­ dents of Ashe County. Riders are invited to en­ joy a new route in the beau­ tiful Blue Ridge Mountains. "We're excited about adding a few twists and turns to an al­ ready exciting ride. All of the Blue Ridge is heavenly, but adding this extra elevation promises more breathtaking views," said Bruce Cook, ride coordinator. Participants in the Stop Hunger Poker Run will work their way by Grayson High­ lands National Park and through the Jefferson Na­ tional Forest between Mount Rogers and White Top, the two tallest peaks in Virginia, and on to Mountain City and Shady Valley, finishing the day at Ashe Outreach Minis­ tries with a delicious fish fry and live music on the stage next to the Scenic New River. All proceeds go to help Ashe Outreach Ministries, a non­ profit agency in Clifton feed­ ing over 1,100 folks a month in Ashe County. "It takes a lot of food, around 20,000 pounds of food a month flows through our four feeding programs known as Soup for You, held in downtown West Jefferson each Saturday, Mobile Meals, School Kids Weekend Meals, and The Food Pantry," ex­ plains their director Rev. Rob Brooks. "It also takes a lot of people, over 100 volunteers, to extend these nutritional resources into people's hands. And yes of course we're al­ ways looking for ways to raise funds. The vision came clear one evening while serving the crowd at a Fish Fry Fundrais­ er. We heard a group of motor­ cycles pass by and two of our board of directors spoke out at the same time - let's have a poker run!" The main sponsor of this event is AF Bank, Insur­ ance & Investments. "We are dedicated to supporting Ashe County and we are proud to partner with organizations such as Ashe Outreach Min­ istries. Being a positive con­ tributor to our community fits perfectly with our desire to provide the best possible experience for our customers. Our goal is not limited to fi­ nancial services, and when we give back to our community we give back to our custom­ ers as well," said Joedy Eller, chief banking officer. "And the appeal of an all vehicles wel­ come ride opens up the pos­ sibility for an even greater number of folks to participate throughout the area counties we serve." "People who enter these events are the most gener­ ous people in the world. They love a good cause," says Bruce Cook. "My wife Vonnie and I live in Laurel Springs near the Stations Inn Hotel, which we used to own. The first ride I coordinated was the Frag­ ile X poker run which earned over $10,000.Two of our board members first brainstormed the idea at the Fish Fry and got me in on the plan. We're all great friends and avid rid­ ers so I'm excited about the potential for the Stop Hunger Poker Run. There are a large number of supporters in this area or who come to these mountains to ride. Ashe Out­ reach Ministries is located right in the middle of some of the most beautiful riding in the country. Furthermore, they work off of charitable contributions and grants. Again, this is what motorcy­ clists, car enthusiasts and the wonderful people in this area love, a good cause." Cook is president of Docu­ ment Imaging Solutions lo­ cated in Statesville and his business is participating also as a site sponsor so look for him as you stop to fill your hand along the route. He also said he felt like there will be several things riders will love about this event, adding, "Well, it's all about the ride... the camaraderie, the beauti­ ful scenery and of course, the Fish Fry. I'm sure they'll love that." John Kilby of Kilby & Hur­ ley Law Practice is also a supporting site sponsor who will be on the ride and had this to say, "This is the great­ est place to ride motorcycles. Living here with out a motor­ cycle is like living on the lake without a boat." The Stop Hunger Poker Run will begin at 10 a.m. on Aug. 25 in downtown West Jefferson in the AF Bank, Insurance & Investments backstreet parking lot, at the corner of Second Avenue and Ashe Street (Library Drive). Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. Rider's first hand is $15 with additional hands at $10. All vehicles are welcome to join the ride. The Fish Fry feeds you healthy portions of fish, fries, hush puppies, slaw, drink and dessert and in­ cludes the live entertainment all for $10. The end of the ride will also include photo ops on a totally restored 1947 Indian motorcycle, lots of door prizes and more. Ashe Outreach Ministries helps to feed people in the community in various ways from the Backpack Program sponsored by Second Har­ vest Food Bank of NW North Carolina together with the School Kids Weekend Meals where 150 kids in the county get around 15 pounds of food each to take home on Fridays. The Soup for You Program feeds 50 residents of the county every Saturday at the old WJ Elementary school caf­ eteria. Folks sit down on-site for a community soup kitchen gathering or carry soup home to family. The Food Pantry at Ashe Outreach Ministries provides for up to 500 individ­ uals each month who receive food supplements. Recipients receive a full variety of food predominately provided by Second Harvest Food Bank and The Lord's Storehouse. The Mobile Meals program delivers meals 5 days a week to residents in their homes and serves around 55 people each day.. Clients look for­ ward to a good meal and to see someone they have come to know as a friend. "When food comes home, all the folks in the household benefit. Our monthly average is 1,100 indi­ viduals fed," Brooks reports. Volunteers are also needed by Ashe Outreach Ministries to help. Local organizations from church groups to Girl Scout troops to businesses or individuals are needed to volunteer cooking, deliver­ ing meals, serving soup, even cutting cakes and pies for the Fish Fry. There's something for everyone. Ashe Outreach Ministries is located on Hwy 88 four miles west of Warrensville. For more informa­ tion, call 336-385-1314. Celebrating the past at Brinegar Cabin "If I didn't pass it along, it would be a great disservice to my Mom and Grand Mom." Those are the words of Blue Ridge Parkway Volunteer and Brinegar Days demonstrator Ruth Burcham when talk­ ing about her food process­ ing demonstrations. A greatniece of Caroline Brinegar, Burcham learned her food preservation skills from her Grandmother Adams, who used to live in Sparta. Burcham will be one of the demonstrators at the 2007 Annual Brinegar Days Festivals at the Brinegar Cabin on the Blue Ridge Parkway, which will be held Saturday, August 11 from 10 am to 5 pm. She will be joined by woodworkers, spinners and weavers, all intent on keep­ ing alive the skills the Brinegars once used every day on their mountain farm. The day-long festival will also feature members from local Historical Societies and the Alleghany Quilters Guild. National Park Service ranger and experienced his­ torical researcher Mike Ryan will lead an historical research workshop from 12 to Farmer's Market presents Nite Time on the Backstreet Ashe County Farmer's Market celebrates Nite Time on the Backstreet Friday, Aug. 10 from 5 to 9 p.m. In conjunction with the August Gallery Crawl in downtown West Jefferson, the Farmer's Market will be open special hours with pro­ duce, crafts, music and more. Market manager Patty Shay invites everyone to come downtown and enjoy the Friday evening event and all the Farmer's Market has to offer. The market is open Wednesdays and Saturdays, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Second Avenue (the back street). Entertaining the crowd will be musicians Jean Wil­ liamson and Ed Hall. All items sold at the farm­ ers market are grown, pro­ duced or made in Ashe Coun­ ty. There is always a wide variety of items including fresh vegetables and fruit, breads and cookies, jams and jellies, plants and greenery, and lots of handmade crafts. The market has over 200 reg­ istered vendors, and under­ went an expansion this year to double the space and offer an enclosed section for yearround operation. A handicap accessible public restroom is also available. Vendors are bringing in a variety of fresh produce along with ornamental and landscaping plants, trees, homemade products and crafts. Items for this week include the following. Produce: pink tip beans, green beans (several vari­ eties), beets, blackberries, broccoli, cabbage, canta­ loupe, carrots, corn (just a small amount as the harvest is about two weeks away), cucumbers, eggplant, fresh herbs, garlic, kale, lettuce, onions, peas, banana pep­ pers, green peppers, potatoes, shellie beans, shiitake mush­ rooms, squash, tomatoes, wa­ termelon and zucchini. Also look for meats and prepared food items and some specialty items. A ven­ dor raises Rambouillet sheep and spins the wool into yarn that is sold at the market. Several vendors are offer­ ing a really nice variety of landscape plants including shrubs, ornamental and fruit bearing trees, perennials and annuals. Crafts: quilts, hand-knit­ ted and crocheted scarves, hats, vests, shawls and blankets, hand-hooked rugs, handmade soaps and lo­ tions, hand-whittled walking sticks, hand-poured candles, handmade jewelry, hand­ made wooden birdhouses both large and small, hand­ made and painted wooden trains, fabric purses, bags and hats. For more information about the Ashe County Farmers Market, call the Co­ operative Extension Service at 219-2650. Rescue indicate position on the scale to facilitate congregational singing. Shape-note singing is usually three or four parts sung without instrumental accompaniment. A special offering on Sat­ urday, August 11, will be a three-hour spinning and weaving workshop presented by the National Park Service. Participants will learn to use a drop spindle to spin wool into yarn and to weave on a small frame loom that they will take home with them af­ ter the workshop. There are limited spaces in this shop, so pre-registration is necessary. The fee is $30 for members of Friends of the Blue Ridge Parkway; $35 for non-mem­ bers. Call 540-745-9662 to re­ serve a space. All other Work­ shops at Brinegar Days are free and open to the public. The Brinegar Cabin is at milepost 238 on the Blue Ridge Parkway in Doughton Park. For further information, call Park Ranger Amanda Carter-Sheahan at 336-3728568 or the Blue Ridge Music •Center at 276-236-5309 ext Department of Environment and Natural Resources Divi­ sion of Air Quality and De­ partment of Labor Division of Occupational Safety and Health. McMeans said she didn't know if those state agencies would be issuing any citations to Elk Creek International, but if they do the county has requested copies of the infor­ mation. Agency representa­ tives were expected to be at the industry on Monday. "Sawdust is very combus­ tible," McMeans said. "If the silo were to catch fire, it could explode and that could be a danger if this had not been cleaned up as the fire mar­ shal requested." She said the company has two silos, but only one contains sawdust. Elk Creek International President David Blair also commended the town's fire de­ partment for their response. He said there was a brief flame no more than 18 inches high, and his employees basi­ cally had the fire out before the department arrived, and the firefighters were able to keep it watered down and watched to make sure it was out. "It was just an unfortunate situation," Blair said. "It was contained within 10 minutes of discovery, and the balance of the time was cleanup. The fire caused no damage to the plant or equipment." He said no employees were injured. Blair said on Monday that DENR was on the scene Fri­ day and that the Department of Labor may return. He ex­ pects the company contracted to replace the piping to be in West Jefferson by the end of this week or the beginning of next week. 110. Fire continued from front page cal, he was able to revisit the plant on Saturday to inspect repairs and issue a new per­ mit. "It was more of a housecleaning measure than any­ thing," Davis said. "They worked around the clock to get it cleaned up. There were holes in the stack pipe that blows sawdust into the hold­ ing area. They patched the holes and Mr. Blair showed me a contract that's been written for a company to come in and replace the piping. We should see a big crane down there in a couple weeks. It takes one of those big cranes to do that work, and it's hard to get them here." "I checked them again on Sunday and I've already been back there today," Davis said on Monday morning. Davis applauds the quick response of the West Jefferson Fire Department and the mu­ tual aid of Jefferson Fire and Rescue. "Hands down to West Jefferson and Jefferson fire departments," he said. "This can be dangerous, and they don't get paid to do this." Also on the scene were Patty McMeans, county emer­ gency management coordina­ tor, and representatives of the Earn extra income.* Call your people. Take the H&R Block Income Tax Course and see if you'd enjoy earning extra income preparing taxes * Bilingual students encouraged to enroll! For class times and locations, visit hrblock.com/taxcourses or call 1-800-HRBLOCK. 426 E. Main St. Jefferson, NC 28640 336-246-7520 Enroll now! SUBSCRIBE AND SAVE! H&R BLOCK' muprtpMf*- continued from front page and political lobbyists, as­ sists with OMS training and the state fire marshal's office. At the annual conventions, officers are elected and the members participate in fun competitions that offer prac­ tice for real-life situations. "We have a lot of fun, and it's nothing serious, but you qualify for the Durwood Ev­ ans Classic and come to the convention and you're given a scenario and tasks," Robert said of the competitions. "It's fun and training at the same time, and the end result is everybody gets it done." The commander of the as­ sociation travels a lot dur­ ing the term, visiting squads across the state for special events, weekend schools and officer installations as well as overseeing the con­ vention and meeting with 1 p.m. with a presentation on collecting and preserving one's own family and commu­ nity's history. During this free workshop, Ryan will describe some his own adventures in tracking down previously undiscovered stories of the region and help participants start on their own journeys into their past. The Moose Family, a popu­ lar family gospel group will present a free Shape-Note Singing Workshop from 2 to 3 . p.m. Shape-note singing is a 200 year old system of using shaped musical note heads to officials in Raleigh. Robert said he enjoyed his term and hopes to serve again. After a usual two-year term as vice commander, the commander serves four years and then must wait at least eight years before serving again. The association awards an average of $480,000 in annu­ al scholarships to members and children of members. The Poe's said a number of Ashe County youth have benefited from these scholarships. Robert and Debbie have co-owned BRMT for 14 years. Robert is equipment officer for the rescue squad and Deb­ bie serves as treasurer. Rob­ ert is also search coordinator for Ashe County, chairman of the Emergency Services Commission, and a mem­ ber of the Local Emergency Planning Committee. He serves on the NC EMS Advi­ sory Council, the NC Office of State Fire Marshal, Fire and Rescue Commission, and the NC Volunteer Workers Comp Board. Debbie has been in­ volved in a number of com­ mittees for the association. You will see this couple side by side in almost any emergency medical situation that arises in Ashe County and surrounding areas. Deb­ bie sometimes worries that if something bad happened to one of them it would most likely happen to both, and that could have a devastat­ ing impact on their family. But the call for help must be answered as these two highly trained and dedicated indi­ viduals put aside the danger as they rush to respond. Ashe County can only be grateful for their sacrifice. CALL THE JEFFERSON POST TODAY AT 846-7164 •Enrollment restrictions may apply. Enrollment in, or completion of, the H&R Block Income Tax Course Is neither an offer nor a guarantee of employment. 02007 H&R BlockTaxServices, Inc. 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The Fall Sports week Parent/ Athlete Meeting will be held in next Monday, August 13 in the Husky Huskies! auditorium at the High School. sports K-mail us: Mgraiyboal#Jeffersont*ost.coin Softball league heating up as season nears it's end and Dr Pepper were able to remain tied for second place As the 2007 Parks and in the regular season with Recreation Industrial League victories. The two games scheduled Softball season is winding down, Rollin's Auto is com­ for 6 p.m. were significant fortably in first place with games in the league. Both an unblemished 12-0 record. games featured head-toHowever, the real battle is head match-ups that could for second place with four place a team in either second teams fighting for second place with a victory, or drop place. On Thursday evening, them to third or fourth place A.F./ Ashe County Builders . with a loss. On the A Field, by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor Dr Pepper was slated to face Mountain Advantage for the second time this season. The first match up came on July 12 and Dr Pepper was able to defeat Mountain Advan­ tage easily with an 18-3 vic­ tory. Mountain Advantage came prepared this time and sought revenge of their prior loss to Dr Pepper. Unfortu­ nately for Mountain Advan­ tage, a three-run seventh A.F./ Ashe Co. Builders defeats Brickstone Pizza inning was not enough and MountainAdvantagefinished four runs shy of Dr Pepper and Dr Pepper claimed the second victory over Moun­ tain Advantage this season to remain in contention for second place. On the adja­ cent field, Brickstone Pizza was hoping to avenge a loss from earlier in the season to A.F./ Ashe County Builders. In the first match up, A.F./ Ashe County Builders was able to take advantage of a base clearing grand slam by Jeremy Osborne to claim the 18-11 victory in extra in­ nings, which was also played on July 12. This time around, A.F./ Ashe County Builders was able to jump out to an early lead and withstood a late run by Brickstone Pizza to claim the 14-6 victory. The other key games of the evening in the battle for sec­ ond place was another close gaem, this time between Mountain Advantage and Brickstone Pizza. Follow­ ing the close game between Brickstone Pizza and Moun­ tain Advantage, a protest was filed dealing with the score of the game. At press time, details of the protest and the official results of the game were unavailable. Softball scores from Thursday, August 2 Ashe Builders Rollin's Auto Dr Pepper Dr Pepper 14 15 17 18 6 LPB defeated defeated defeated defeated defeated Briekstone Pizza Appalachian Utilities UPM Mountain Advantage Liddle's Plumbing 6 13 8 14 4 The Mountain Advantage vs. Brickstone Pizza game was unreported due to a protest. Details of the protest and official results of the game were unavailabe at press time. Softball Standings Wins Losses Played % Rollin's Auto 12 0 12 1.000 A.F./ Ashe County Builders 9 3 12 0.750 Dr Pepper 9 3 12 0.750 Brickstone Pizza * 6 5 11 0.545 Mountain Advantage * 6 5 11 0.545 UPM 4 7 11 0.364 Appalachian Utilities 3 7 10 0.300 LPB 2 10 12 0.167 Liddle's Plumbing 0 11 11 0.000 * Denotes game under protest Post photo by Candace Neaves Jamie Burchette led A.F./ Ashe County Builders with a 4-4 performance at the plate. Burchette added three homeruns and eight RBI's on Thursday. by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor On Thursday afternoon, A.F./ Ashe County Builders and Brickstone Pizza met for the second time this season. Brickstone Pizza was look­ ing for revenge from a tough loss earlier in the season and both teams were looking to advance one step closer to being in second place for the season. A.F./ Ashe County Builders was able to come out of the gate fast and scored seven runs in the first inning and then added another run in the second inning to take and early 8-0 lead. A.F./ Ashe County Builders appeared to have Brickstone Pizza shaken early, but in the third inning a mini-run by Brickstone Piz­ za enabled them to cut A.F./ Ashe County Builders' lead to 8-3 in what was shaping up to be a good game. A.F./ Ashe County Build­ ers responded in the fourth inning by scoring three more runs with a three-RBI homerun by Jamie Burchette but Brickstone Pizza would re­ spond by getting the follow­ ing two batters out to end the top half of the fourth inning. Brickstone Pizza contin­ ued to chip away at A.F./ Ashe County Builders' lead and was able to drive in an­ other run in the bottom half of the fourth inning to get within another run of A.F./ Ashe County Builders with the score being 11-4 against Brickstone Pizza. Brickstone Pizza looked to have a promising situation after forcing A.F./ Ashe County Builders to a four batter scoreless fifth inning and then scored two See A.F./ Ashe Co. Builders, page 7 Rollin's Auto remains unbeaten for the season by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor Entering Thursday's games, Rollin's Auto has been the team to beat in the Ashe County Parks and Recreation Industrial Softball League as they have accumulated an unbeaten 12-0 record on the season. However, their un­ blemished record was close to being torn apart on Thursday when Appalachian Utilities nearly defeated Rollin's Auto but came up short in the end with the final score Rollin's Auto 14- Appalachian Utili­ ties 13. Both teams entered the game determined and Rollin's Auto struck first in the first inning by scoring one run in the top half of the first inning but Appalachian Utilities re­ sponded with three runs to claim an early 4-1 lead. Rol­ lin's Auto did not hang their heads after Appalachian Utilities' good first inning, Rollin's Auto however, had and Rollin's Auto was able a different view of the game. to regain the lead after they In the fifth inning, they were scored five runs in the second able to show signs of life and inning and held Appalachian scored three runs to heighten Utilities to only one. run to the tension at the field. The go ahead 6-5 as the game two runs by Rollin's Auto was already began to get heated unanswered by Appalachian only in the second inning. Utilities and the difference In the top half of the third in the score was narrowed to inning, Rollin's Auto was 11-8 in favor of Appalachian shut down offensively and Utilities heading into the only had three batters in the sixth inning. third inning and Appalachian With only two innings re­ Utilities took advantage and maining to play, time was scored four runs in the home running short for Rollin's half of the third inning to Auto. The pressure was evi­ go ahead 9-6. Appalachian dent in the top half of the Utilities maintained their sixth inning when Rollin's momentum into the fourth Auto got one runner on base inning and once again retired but he was left stranded after Rollin's Auto batters in order a caught line drive and a pop for another three-batter in­ fly by the following two bat­ ning. Appalachian Utilities ters. Appalachian Utilities was able to score another two attempted to take advantage runs in the fourth inning to of the scoreless inning by Rol­ go ahead 11-6 and begin to lin's Auto and increase their See Rollin's Auto, page 7 see pictures of an upset. Post photo by Candace Neaves Adam Windham of Brickstone Pizza hits a homerun with this at bat in the fifth inning to cut their deficit to 11-6. New River Archery Club Coon Shoot results 1. Randy Mahaffey/ Freedie Sheets2. Ronnie Poe/ Brian Weaver3. Rick Hammett/ Rick Little3. Josh Golds/ Christina Mahaffey5. Jeff Banks/ Herman Massengill5. Jeremy Plummer/ Dennise Henderson- New River Archery Club would like to thank every­ one that came out to shoot. A 245 240 235 235 230 230 7. Johnny Viers/ BJ Howell8. Barry Liddle/ Keith Barlow9. Lelan Conklin/ Roger Roten10. Jimmy Jenkins/ Tom Osborne11. Jeremy Filer/ Clarence Roten12. Justin Brooks/ Scott Stevens- great time was had by all that shot. Their last shoot of the summer is August 11 andl2. 225 220 215 210 205 195 All that can come out and support the local club would be greatly appreciated. Post photo by Michael Graybeal Chris Mitchell of Rollin's Auto (center) is congratulated by his teammates on hitting a tworun homerun to tie the game at 11-11 in the seventh inning on Thursday. �PAGE 7 TUESDAY, AUGUST 7, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Dr Pepper wins two games to remain tied for second place by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor Dr Pepper headed into Thursday's games with an impressive record of 7-3 and was tied for second place with A.F./ Ashe County Builders. With two victories on Thurs­ day Dr Pepper remains tied for second place with A.F./ Ashe County Builders and now has a record of 9-3. Dr Pepper was able to defeat Mountain Advantage 18-14 in the first game of the eve­ ning, which was played at 6 p.m. In the second game for Dr Pepper, they were paired with UPM and Dr Pepper won 17-8. Thus far in the season, Dr Pepper has only lost to two teams in the league. They have lost two games to Rollin's Auto, who remains un­ defeated in the league, and they also lost a close game to Brickstone Pizza. In the three losses, either one or two runs decided two of the games, and the deciding runs were scored in the final inning. Mountain Advantage entered the game against Dr Pepper on Thurs­ day with hopes of handing Dr Pepper their fourth loss of the season, which would allow Mountain Advantage and Dr Pepper to be in a tie for third place. However, Dr Pepper was able to deny Mountain Advantage's attacks and Dr Pepper won the first game of the pair by a final score of 1814. In the game, Dr Pepper was the home team, which placed Mountain Advantage at bat first in the first inning. Mountain Advantage wasted no time and scored six runs with their first at bat and then transferred their offensive momentum into defensive in­ tensity and only allowed Dr Pepper to score one run in the first inning. In the second in­ ning, Dr Pepper returned the favor to Mountain Advantage and limited them to only four batters and no runs and then Dr Pepper went on an offen­ sive rally. In the home half of the sec­ ond inning, Dr Pepper decid­ ed to take control of the game and scored an impressive nine runs in the inning to take a 10-6 lead, but Mountain Ad­ vantage was not discouraged and continued to battle. In the third inning, Mountain Advantage was once again shut down on offense by Dr Pepper's defense to allow Dr Pepper to still lead by four runs. Dr Pepper increased their lead to five runs in the third inning with a two-out solo homerun for their only run of the inning and in- creased the score to 11-6. In the fourth inning, Moun­ tain Advantage was able to get a runner on base with a leadoff hit, but the following two batters were unable to get on base.With two outs, the next batter for Mountain Ad­ vantage advanced the runner to third base, and placed him­ self on first with a single, but a pop fly by the following bat­ ter left both runners stranded on base as the score remained in Dr Pepper's favor. The defensive stop by Dr Pepper transferred to their at bat of the same inning. Dr Pepper was able to score four more runs in the game to increase their lead to 15-6 as the game headed into the fifth inning. Mountain Ad­ vantage was able to narrow Dr Pepper's lead in the fifth inning by scoring three runs to cut Dr Pepper's lead to 159. Dr Pepper was able to earn back the three runs however in the home half of the fifth inning to regain a nine-run lead. Mountain Advantage was running out of time and op­ portunities at making a come­ back from the nine-run deficit. In the sixth inning, Mountain Advantage was able to score two runs with no outs against them, but then Dr Pepper caught three balls that were hit to left field to end the in­ ning with a 15-11 lead at the middle of the sixth inning. Dr Pepper was once again able to score in the home half of the inning, and once again matched Mountain Advan­ tage's three runs to still lead 18-11 as the game headed into the final inning. In the seventh inning, Mountain Advantage was trailing by seven runs. They were able to score three runs prior to Dr Pepper getting the first out against them, but once Dr Pepper got the first out, they quickly earned the second and third out to end the game with Mountain Ad­ vantage losing 18-14 after a hard fought battle. The loss by Mountain Ad­ vantage was their fifth loss and their record dropped to 6-5, prior to their game with Brickstone, which was played at 8:30 p.m. on Thursday. On the adjacent field at 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, Dr Pepper was also playing their second game of the day and was paired against UPM. Dr Pepper was able to defeat UPM with a score of 17-8 and claimed their ninth victory to be tied for second place in the league along with A.F./ Ashe County Builders with records of 9-3 on the season. UPM was named the home team for the game and Dr Pepper was at bat first. In the first inning, Dr Pepper was able to get a runner on with one out and then a double drove the runner in for the first run of the game. In the home half of the inning, UPM was able to claim a 3-1 lead when they scored three runs with only one out against them. In the second inning, Dr Pepper opened up their of­ fense and scored five runs on seven hits to retake the lead with the score 6-3. UPM was Rollin's Auto continued from page 6 lead but despite getting two runners on base, they were unable to score any runs and left two runners standing on base as the game progressed to the final inning. At the beginning of the sev­ enth and final inning, Rollin's Auto faced a tough situation. They had to score at least two runs to stay alive in the game. Rollin's Auto rose to the occasion and not only tied the game, but then scored three insurance runs to place the pressure on Appalachian Utilities in the bottom half of the seventh inning with Roll­ in's Auto winning 14-11 at the middle of the seventh inning. Appalachian Utilities was able to score one run and had another runner on first early in the inning with no outs. On a routine hit to left field, the runner on first attempted to beat out a throw to third base and on a close play, the run­ ner was tagged out at third base by Rollin's Auto's third baseman. Appalachian Utili­ ties' players and fans were angered by the umpires call and following their discussion with the umpire, Appalachian Utilities was able to score an­ other run to bring the game within one run, 14-13 in favor of Rollin's Auto. Appalachian Utilities had two runners on base with the tying run on second, but Rollin's Auto was able to end the game by get­ ting the following batter out to allow Rollin's Auto to re­ main undefeated for the sea­ son. The loss to Rollin's Auto was Appalachian Utilities seventh loss on the season and their record dropped to 3-7 as Rollin's Auto's record increased to 12-0 and they remain in sole possession of first place. A.F./ Ashe Co. Builders In the seventh inning runs in the bottom half of the Brickstone Pizza contin­ fifth inning to bring the score ued to battle and held A.F./ differential to five runs, 11-6. Ashe County Builders score­ However, A.F./ Ashe County less with solid defense. In Builders would strike again the home half of the inning, in the sixth inning with an­ Brickstone Pizza had one last other three-RBI homerun by opportunity to make a come­ Jamie Burchette to give A.F./ back and had to score eight Ashe County Builders their runs to force the game into extra innings. However, A.F./ fourteenth run of the game. Brickstone Pizza continued Ashe County Builders con­ to attack in the bottom half of tinued to have solid defense the sixth inning and placed and got the first two batters runners on first and second of the inning out. Brickstone with only one out but A.F./ Pizza would then get runners Ashe County Builders would on first and second but the get the following two batters following batter would hit a for Brickstone Pizza out to pop fly to left field which was deny them any runs and kept caught for the third out of the the score 14-6 in favor of A.F./ inning and A.F./ Ashe County Ashe County Builders head­ Builders was able to claim ing into the final inning of the the 14-6 victory over Brickstnnp Pi continued from page 6 reluctant to back down to the higher ranked team though and once again had hot bats in the second inning. Despite a leadoff out for UPM, they were able to score four runs to take the lead back from Dr Pepper with the score 7-6 in favor of UPM. In the third inning, UPM carried over their success at the plate to the field and es­ caped the inning without Dr Pepper scoring despite having runners on second and third with only one out. However, UPM had a dismal at bat in the third inning and the side was retired after only three batters for a quick third in­ ning. In the top half of the fourth inning, Dr Pepper retook the lead by scoring two runs to increase their score to eight compared to UPM's seven and Dr Pepper never looked back from then. UPM was not able to score until the sixth inning, but by that time, Dr Pepper had already scored four more runs and was leading 13-8 with the game heading into the seventh inning. In the top half of the sev­ enth inning, Dr Pepper con­ tinued to add to their score and drove in another four runs prior to UPM earning the second and third out to end Dr Pepper's at bat in the seventh inning. The home half of the sev­ enth inning was a quick at bat for UPM. UPM was trail­ ing by nine runs and only had three outs to work with. However, their lead off batter was able to get on base with a double but was left stranded on base when the following three batters were gotten out to conclude the game with Dr Pepper winning 17-8. LPB claims second victory of the season once again was able to score and drove in their sixth run of the game but was forced to leave two runners on base at the end of the inning. The game then turned into a de­ fensive battle. For the final three innings of the game, Liddle's Plumb­ ing remained in the game by playing solid defense. LPB only had three hitters reach base in the closing three in­ nings of the game and LPB held Liddle's Plumbing to only four runners in the final three innings. In the seventh inning, Liddle's Plumbing was able to score another run and had runners on first and second with only one out. The runner on first represented the tying run and LPB denied Liddle's Plumbing runners from advancing with two fly balls hit into the outfield for the second and third outs of the inning to allow LPB to win their second game of the year. Post photo by Michael Graybeal Chris Holder of LPB hits a base hit with this at bat on Thurs­ day during their 6-4 victory. by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor As the second round of the season is drawing to a close, LPB was able to earn their second victory of the season in a tough, close game with Liddle's Plumbing. LPB was able to open the game up by scoring four runs in the bot­ tom half of the first inning, in the second inning, LPB once again was able to score in the second inning as they scored another run, but Liddle's Plumbing tightened the game up by also scoring three runs in the second inning to make the score 5-3. In the third inning, LPB Post photo by Michael Graybeal Michael Ollis from LPB gets on base with this at bat. P F WW m Pick the winner of the rgce & win $20! Be sure to watch the NASCAR Nextel Cup at the Glen on Sunday, August 12th and play the NASCAR contest with the Jefferson Post. Please check our Friday, August 17th edition for the winner information on this race. 'glWiiilllM I |Race I NASCAR Nextef Cap at the G(en Watkins Glen International 8-12-07 Race Winner, • Your Name _ I Your Address. _Zip_ State TIE BREAKER: (PLEASE GUESS THE NUMBER OF • CAUTIONS DURING THIS RACE) Mail this form to: Jefferson Post, PO Box 808, Pit: Stop for Prizes Contest Rules 1. 2. Only one (1) entry per person per race. Duplicate entries will void all entries for that person, for that race. You may enter as many separate races as you like throughout the contest. 3. Entry form is published with the contest each race. In order to be eligible you must use the official entry form for that race from the JEFFERSON POST or its facsimile. 4. How to Win -- Write down the name of the driver you think will win that week's race on the entry form. If you answer correctly, you win $20. In the event of a tie, the person guessing closest to the number of cautions during the race will win $20. 5. All entries must be received in the office of the JEFFERSON POST no later than 5:00pm the Friday before the race that is entered. Due to the change in ownership of the Jefferson Post, we are unable to continue to offer Bonus Points for the Nascar Contest. We will continue to award a weekly prize of $20 to the winner of • West Jefferson, NC 28694, or bring by our office | the Nascar Contest. • I at 203 S. Second Ave. in West Jefferson WEST JEFFERSON CHEVROLET IAN AMERICAN Parker Tie Company Inc. 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After the meal, Walt and Carol Skroch, of Scottville, will pres­ ent a program on "A Land and Sea Tour of the Baltic Region". A business meeting will follow. Visitors are welcome. For more information, call 982-9538. 7 p.m.: Family Education Teacher to speak at National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) August 6th Meeting. Leslie Huntley, the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Western Regional Director for the Family-to-Family Education Program, will be the featured speaker at the August 6th meet­ ing of High Country NAMI to be held at the lower level of Watauga Human Services Building, 132 Poplar Grove Connector, Boone. Family-to-Family is a free 12 week class for the relatives and friends of people diagnosed with a severe mental illness. Trained family members teach the course that provides current facts about such illnesses as schizophrenia, bi-polar disorder, borderline per­ sonality disorder and others. In addition to education and skills training, the course also stress­ es the, importance of self-care, emotional support, and empow­ erment. The class is free, but registration is required. If you are interested in participating in the Family to Family Class sched­ uled this fall, please call Francine at 828-263-5654 in Watauga/ Avery Counties, Karen at 336982-2100 in Ashe/Alleghany Counties, or Charlotte at 336973-3382 in Wilkes County. Wednesday August 8 8:30 a.m.: The Ashe County Chapter of North Carolina Retired School Personnel will meet at Winner's Circle Month. August is membership month. Please bring school supplies, which will be distributed among Ashe County Schools. Please come and join us for enjoyable fellowship and food. Thursday August 9 7p.m.: Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission (BROC) will hold its BROC Full Board Meeting at BROC Alleghany Office in Sparta. Friday August 10 5-8 p.m.: Gallery Crawl in downtown West Jefferson. 6:30 p.m.: Open Youth Horse Show at Alleghany County Fairgrounds, Hwy. 21, Sparta. Gates open at 5 p.m. Central Baptist Church of Mountain City, Tenn. will be hosting the 2nd Annual Johnson County Youth Rally on August 10-12, 2007. The 8 a.m.-2 p.m.: Mount Paddy Church Youth will have a car wash and bake sale at AutoZone in West Jefferson. 9:30 a.m.: Baldwin Reunion at Whitetop Fire Hall (US58) at 9:30 to 3:00; covered dish at 1 p.m. contact Irene Baldwin at 410-939-2395 or ibaldi@comcast.net. CAN'T TOUCH THIS!!! NEW MODELS DOUBLEWIDES, LAND/HOME No CREDIT!!! 1ST TIME HOME BUYERS QUICK APPROVAL 336-973-4462 for us. 6 p.m.: Bristol Baptist Church will have a special singing with Still Blessed singing. Pastor, Rev. Billy Joe Blevins and con­ gregation welcome you. 7 p.m.: Rev. Denton Hart will be the guest speaker at Temple Baptist Church. The pastor, Rev. Glenn Woodie, and the congregation invite everyone to attend. There will be a special singing. Monday August 13 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: Free school supplies, food and fun at Grassy Creek Baptist Church. 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Garden Club meets the sec­ ond Monday of each month Kids need to bring their school supply list and invite a friend. 4 - 9 p.m.: Beaver Creek at 6:00. The August meeting on August 13 will be at a local home and there will be a tour of the gardens. A covered dish dinner will be served. Members are asked to bring a favorite dish. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 8773299. Class of '62 Class Reunion at Mountain Aire Seafood in Glendale Springs. For more information call 877-1046 or 246-9988. 6 p.m.: Benefit Singing for Jerry (Bud) Jones at Greens Chapel Baptist Church. Singers will be Kathy May and Pauline Hart, The Shady Grove Singers, and Shining for Jesus. Everyone is welcome. The church is locat­ ed on Silas Creek Road. 7:30 p.m.: Coffee House Talent Night at Jefferson Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. Music, Stories and more. $8 adults, $5 students. 336-846-ARTS Wednesday August 15 10-11 a.m.: Hard of Hearing People: Their Experiences and Techniques for Communication will be pre­ Sunday August 12 sented by Cynthia Harmon, a Hard of Hearing specialist with the N.C. Division for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. Learn communication techniques to help people avoid the problems caused by hearing loss. Calvary Free Will Baptist Church is having Homecoming 11 a.m.- noon and 1-3 p.m.: Hearing screenings will be on Aug. 12 with the original Spencers, J.B. and Barbara, performing a special concert. The pastor and congregation invites everyone to attend. Taylor Reunion will be held at the Graham/Nella Community Building in Big Horse Creek after decoration at Taylor Cemetery. conducted at the library by a trained and licensed DSDHH audiologist and are designed to indicate if a person might have a hearing loss. 10:30 a.m.: Blue Ridge Baptist Church announces Homecoming. Lunch will be served on the grounds. All mem­ bers and former members and friends of Blue Ridge Baptist Church are invited to attend. Rev. Jerry Francis Pastor wel­ comes you. 10:30 a.m.: Landmark Baptist Church willhave Homecoming service. Speaker will be Rev. Roger Blevins from Faith Chapel in Deep Gap. There will be special singing. A covered dish lunch will follow in the fellowship hall. The pastor Rev. Charles McCoy and congregation invite everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek Community. 11 a.m.: Transou United Methodist Church in Laurel Springs will have their annu­ al Homecoming celebration. Special music will be presented by Georgia Donour and a cov­ ered dish dinner will follow the worship service. The congre­ gation and Pastor Rob Brooks invite everyone to attend. 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Weaver Family Reunion at Weaver Cemetery on Teaberry between Warrensville and Lansing. All theme for this year's rally will be "TRANSFORMERS FOR descendants of Rev. Hiram CHRIST' (Rom. 12:1-2). We will Weaver are invited to attend. Lunch will be at 12:30 p.m. begin with a worship service on Please bring a covered dish to Friday evening at 7:00 p.m. On share. Saturday, our service will begin p.m.: Decoration at at 10:00 a.m. with lunch being 2 served after the morning ser­ Smethport Cemetery. Rev. vice. Games and fun activities Robert Dollar will be the speak­ er. Everyone please attend. will be taking place all afternoon and we will have the evening 2 p.m.: Decoration at Scottservice beginning at 6:00 p.m. Blevins Cemetery. Come and see the improvements. Sunday services will be held at 10:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. There 2 p.m.: Decoration at Weaver will be special singing by the Cemetery on Teaberry Rd. Devotional by Rev. Ken Howell. youth choir and others during Everyone is welcome. each of the services. Preachers for the meeting will include Bro. 2 p.m.: Osborne decoration Frank Stanley, pastor of Calvary on Soup Bean Branch Road. Baptist Church; Bro.Terry Steele, pastor of Heavenly Light Baptist *•*/ Church; Bro. Tony Shirley, pastor of New Manna Baptist Church Mrs. fauline in Marion, NC; Bro. Ray Branch, Harries is turning pastor of Evergreen Baptist Church, Trade, TN and Bro. Rick go years old. \mmnf 6 p.m.: Bristol Baptist Church: Still Blessed will be singing We would like to Ucelebrate with all fierfi family &> friends. \ Jier celebration will )\ }begin at ipm to gpml Sunday, August nth at Hristol Haptist Church fellowship Jiall. !XH are welcome, for more info callgSi-gogy Saturday August 17 2 p.m.: The 121st Annual Meeting of the Ashe Baptist Association will be held August 17 beginning at 2:00PM at Orion Baptist Church. This session will be hosted jointly with Orion and North Beaver Baptist Churches. On Saturday August 18 we will meet at Landmark Baptist Church at 9:00 a.m.. Scheduled to preach are Revs. Jack Miller, Art Eaton, Mac Arnold Jr and Chris Cox. All messengers, pas­ tors and friends of the Ashe Baptist Association are invited to attend. Saturday August 18 Riverview Lions Club invites everyone to their 9th annual Festival by the River. A day of family fun, Pig Pickin', Crafts and Entertainment, Music all day. New River Rubber Ducky Race (begins at 2 p.m.) $1000 to the first place winner, 5 additional $100 prizes. Winning ducks to be drawn, you don not have to be present to win! Located at Riverview Community Center, 11719 NC Hwy 88 W. Near Rich Hill Rd. in Creston. 4-7 p.m.: Bethany United Methodist Church will hold their annual fall pork barbe­ cue. The meal will consist of fresh pork barbecue, coleslaw, baked beans, and dessert. The cost of the meal is $7.00 for adults and $5.00 for children under 12. Food will be served in the fellowship hall from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. Call 877-2801 for advance tickets and more infor­ mation. Sunday August 19 Decoration at the Johnson Family Cemetery. You are invited to come by anytime that day to show your respect. The Cemetery is located at the Hartsog Farm on Hwy 88 West in Creston. Everyone is Welcome! Donations for the upkeep and to help fund the latest expansion of the cemetery can be made to: Mrs. Mildred Graybeal Bx 2550 Big Laurel Rd. Creston, NC28615 Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church will be having their revival August 19-22 with Dr. Clayton Cloer, the Senior Pastor from First Baptist Church of Central Florida. Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church invites everyone to come and be blessed through music and praise as Bro. Clayton Cloer brings us a message that is sure to revive your hearts! Saturday August 24 Ashe County Little Theatre pres­ ents Greater Tuna. This hilarious comedy features an eclectic band of citizens portrayed by only two performers. You will want to be part of the audience as Robbie Franklin and Tom Fowler bring the men, women, children and even animals of Tuna, Texas to the Civic Center stage. Evening shows will be offered on August 24, 25, 31, and September 1, with curtain at 7:30 nightly. Two Sunday matinees will be offered on August 26 and September 2, with curtain at 2:00. Reserved seating for Greater Tuna is avail­ able in advance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students; they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. Ongoing Events Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday - Friday without appointments. Primary Care: Monday - Friday Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary WIC (Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children): If you are a pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum woman, infant, or child less than five years of age, and meet certain eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the WIC Program. WIC is a special supplemental food program that provides individually prescribed packages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program or know someone who does; contact 246-2013. Disabled American Veterans will have BINGO on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the Month at Family Central on the Ashe Central High School Rd. In Jefferson at 7 p.m.. There will be food available at the Morning Star Cafe'. For more informa­ tion call 336-982-3743. Riverview Lions Club needs arts and craft vendors for the annual festival by the River WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER 0RTIMBERLAND and Rubber Ducky Race on Saturday, Aug. 18. This is a fund raiser for local and dis­ tant Lions charities. For more information, call Barry Hass at 977-8847. Alcoholics Anonymous Group meets on Mondays and Thursdays at Jefferson United Methodist Church at 7:30 p.m. - Closed Discussion and Saturday at noon - Closed "Big Book Study" - All meetings are non-smoking. Narcotics Anonymous group m Wednesdays and Saturdays at 7: 30 p.m. at Jefferson United Methodist Church. The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold August services at St. Mary's in West Jefferson. Holy Communion is celebrated at 8:30 and 10. Coffee hour imme­ diately followed the 10 service. For further information, call the church office at 982-3076. Choices for Sustainable Living discussion course offered at the West Jefferson Coffee House Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Come learn with others how easy it is to live more sustainably. One person really can make a difference! For information call Gerry at the New River Earth Institute 336-877-1860 or visit www. NewRiverEarth Institute, org. Wilkes Community College Ashe Campus Cont. Ed. Dept. is offering the following classes: • Nurse Aide I : MondayThursday, beginning July 9 thru October 1, from 9:00 am until 1:30 pm at the Ashe Campus. Tuition is $66.30. A math and reading pre-test as well as preregistration are required. Call for information about the pre-test and pre-registration. • Motor Vehicle Dealer License Renewal: On Friday, July 20, from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm at the Ashe Campus. Tuition is $50. The Ashe County Summer Junior Tennis League will operate every Tuesday and Thursday, through July 19 from 10 a.m. - noon at the Ashe County High School tennis courts. This league is open to both boys and girls, 3rd grade up, and the one-time registra­ tion fee is $10. Come by any Tuesday and Thursday and reg­ ister. For more information call Vickie Herman at 877-5656. Coping with Breast Cancer Treatment Learn to prevent lymphedema, fatigue, pain and soreness which can occur with treatment for breast cancer. Led by physical and occupational therapists who will share exer­ cises, precautions, massage to help heal the body. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Inc. Class starts Monday, June 11th Meets the 2nd Monday of each month. Doors open at 5pm for informal sharing and opportu­ nities to explore books and tapes in the Resource Room. Group lasts from 5:30-6:30. Location: Cancer Resource Center at the Seby B. Jones Cancer Center For more information call the Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center at (828) 262-4332. Art for the Health of Expressive Arts Therapy It: For breast cancer survivors. Through music, visual arts, movement, poetry and storytell­ ing, we feel emotional release, inspiration, a sense of com­ munity and a remembering of the beauty of life even in the midst of our darkest hours. We somehow know that all is not lost, and are rejoined to hope. Each class will explore a new expressive arts oppor­ tunity. You do not need to 'be an artist' to participate. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Inc. Program. Meets the 4th Monday of each month. Doors open at 5pm for infor­ mal sharing and opportunities to explore books and tapes in the Resource Room. Group lasts from 5:30-6:30. Location: Cancer Resource Center at the Seby B. Jones Cancer Center. For more information call the Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center at (828) 262-4332. The Pink Ribbon Program Staying Strong Beyond Breast Cancer This program of pilates- based exercises is designed to strengthen and create flexibility, balance and physical empower­ ment for anyone with breast can­ cer, whether newly diagnosed, in treatment, or a survivor of several years. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Inc. Meets twice weekly for six weeks starting Monday, June 11 at the Wellness Center.Class is offered Mondays, 12-1 and Wednesdays, 6-7. Pre-registra­ tion is required as class size is limited. Call Kathie Billing to pre-register and for more infor­ mation, (828) 262 0098. Breast Cancer Support Program Whether you have just been diagnosed with breast cancer, or are in treatment or recovery, or a survivor of sev­ eral years, this free support program offers opportunities to share issues specific to breast cancer in a supportive and understanding group. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Inc. Meets twice a month on 1st and 3rd Mondays. Doors open at 5pm for infor­ mal sharing and opportunities to explore books and tapes in the Resource Room. Group lasts from 5:30-6:30. Led by Carolyn Carr, LCSW Location: Cancer Resource Center at the Seby B. Jones Cancer Center For more information about any of these programs, call the Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center at (828) 262-4332. Watauga Wellness Cancer Program. A fitness program for patients actively receiving can­ cer treatment or those who have gone through treatment in the past year, as well as spouses/caregivers. Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:00 -1:00 pm at the Wellness Center. Call Beth Ann Syers at (828) 2661060 for more information. Advanced tickets are now on sale for the Ola Belle Reed Homecoming Festival on August 17,18 and 19. During the month of May get your 3day pass for $15. Tickets outlets include the Ashe Arts Center in West Jefferson, Lansing Foods, Larry's Satellites and Bert's Baskets in downtown Lansing as well as the web site. This year's festival will feature Tim O'Brien, Jeff Little, White Top Mountain Band and more. The Ola Belle Reed Homecoming Festival is a fund raiser for the Greater Lansing Area Development Committee. For more informa­ tion, visit the web site at www. olabellefest.com. ARE YOU READY TO BECOME A HOME OWNER??? Thursday, Augusl * $-'3Q - 7:30 Northwestern Regional Housing Authorii 401 Oak Grove Circle • Jefferson, NC ?'f miss this opportunity to find ou • if you are ready for homeown • how much house you can aff< . how to improve your credit ra • how to navigate the purchase from start to finish MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 Also, you will team about special programs and mortgage products available only to first-time homebuyers. Sponsored by Northwestern a HUD Certified Counseling AgencyCall(828) 26W6Kfor more infor-ma'ion a"d to 'eg'ster. is August 14th. 'm"ed-F°°d UlJ �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, AUGUST 7, 2007 PAGE 9 COMMUNITY NEWS State Park offering variety of programs by Ranger Tom Randolph Special to the Post Mount Jefferson State Natural Area offers a month of fun activities for folks of all ages. Put on your casual outfits and join in the fun and educational experiences. 'Wanted Alive: The Ameri­ can Chestnut' on Saturday, Aug. 11 at 10 a.m. Meet at the picnic area. Join us for a hike through the Rhododendron Trail to view Chestnut trees that have been infected with the blight. Also visitors will be able to see a healthy goodsized chestnut as well. Wear sturdy shoes. 'Mountain Nature Hike' on Sunday, Aug. 12 at 2 p.m. Meet at the picnic area. Meet the park ranger for a hike into the mountain forest habitats and explore the natural won­ ders of Mount Jefferson. We will be walking on the trail so wear sturdy shoes. 'Mount Jefferson Geology' on Saturday, Aug. 18 at 2 p.m. Meet at the picnic shel­ ter. Mount Jefferson stands Photo by Tom Fowler/www.tomfowler.net A view of Mount Jefferson State Park few get to see. today at 4683 feet above sea level. Was this mountain once 15,000 feet high? Have there ever been any major rockslides? What is Amphibolite anyway? Meet a ranger for a hike and explore some of the geological mysteries that make this mountain's geology rock! Wear sturdy shoes. 'Luther Rock Nature Hike' on Sunday, Aug. 19 at 2 p.m. Meet at the picnic shelter. Meet the park ranger for a hike out to Luther Rock. We will be exploring some of the ecological interconnections and energy exchangers that make life possible on Mount Jefferson. We will offer a vari­ ety of hands-on opportunities to investigate the circle of life that exists within Mount Jef­ ferson State Natural Area. Wear sturdy shoes. 'Murder in the Mountains' on Saturday, Aug. 25 at 2 p.m. Meet at the picnic shelter. Why are notorious murders entwined in the music and lore of the mountains? Join Appalachian native Tracy Minton as he uncovers the truth concerningAppalachian murders. Infamous murder stories will be told and will be accompanied by renditions of their related ballads. 'Mountain Nature Hike' on Sunday, Aug. 26 at 2 p.m. Meet at the picnic area. Meet the park ranger for a hike into the mountain forest habitats and explore the natural won­ ders of Mount Jefferson. We will be walking on the trail so wear sturdy shoes. 'Mount Jefferson Geology' on Wednesday, Aug. 29 at 2 p.m. Meet at the picnic shel­ ter. Mount Jefferson stands today at 4683 feet above sea level. Was this mountain once 15,000 feet high? Have there ever been any major rockslides? What is Amphibolite anyway? Meet a ranger for a hike and explore some of the geological mysteries that make this mountain's geology rock! Wear sturdy shoes. For more information call the State Park at (336) 2469653. Camp Med offers introduction to health careers Lazy, hazy, days of sum­ ca Poe, Jessica Little, Stepha­ mer...This is true for some nie Cox, Chole Craine, Megan of us, but not for the seven Malafronti, and Wendy Her­ students that gave up a week nandez assessed, intubated, of summer vacation to learn and medicated the patient about the many different ca­ very well, and only overdosed reers available in health care him one time! The trip also by attending Camp Med. included a visit to "Air Care," Camp Med is a 33-hour in­ the labs, and the Cardiac ternship designed to recruit, Catheterization Lab. educate and prepare high This program is made pos­ school students for careers in sible by the Northwest Area health professions. The week Health Education Center in offers the opportunity for an Winston-Salem, Ashe County in-depth look at the many Schools, and Ashe Memorial professions and careers that Hospital. are involved in patient care "A big thanks to all those in the hospital and in the at the hospital and in the community. The activities community that helped make include tours, presentations the students' experience so and clinical experiences. worthwhile this week," said The week ended with a Nancy Kautz, AMH commu­ trip to the medical student nity coordinator. "We know labs in Winston-Salem where that these students are going the Camp Med students pre­ to have great careers and will pared a very special patient be a credit to those that have (simulation dummy) for his known them on their jour­ surgery. Niko Janneta, Jessi­ ney." ACLT to present 'Greater Tuna' Welcome to the world of Beaumont with "Living with Tuna, Texas (Texas's third Radiation." These students took part in this year's Camp Med. smallest town) and Radio On the heels of that an­ Station OKKK! Tuna is the nouncement we learn that Texas town just similar Judge Roscoe Buckner (who enough to any small town sentenced more people to to make the members of hang than any other active the audience think, "I know judge) has died. someone just like Thurston On the arts scene in Tuna, Wheelis or Aries Struvie," The Tuna Little Theatre but luckily, it is far enough production of My Fair Lady removed to let that same will be set in Polynesia; the budget audience was al­ erupt into l a u g h ­ most non­ ter at the existent, thus the foibles of show will the overt h e -1 o p reuse the I ASHE denizens costumes of Tuna, and sets COUNTY f r o m Texas. LITTLE South Pa­ Open­ cific. ing on Au­ THEATRE gust F i 24, nally, in the Ashe Civic Center stage will be Tuna, the weather promises home to Tuna, Texas, as Ashe rain from the East, the West, County Little Theatre pres­ the North, and the South, ents Greater Tuna. Directed with clearing by mid-morn­ by Robbie Franklin and Tom ing and a hot and a humid Fowler, and produced by afternoon. This will be fol­ Jane Lonon, this hilarious lowed by dust storms and Photo courtesy of Nancy Kautz comedy features an eclectic swarms of locusts; hopefully Camp Med participants learn how to prep a patient, using a specially design dummy. band of citizens portrayed by the dust will choke the lo­ only two performers. You will custs - if not the rain will want to be part of the audi­ drown them. By now, you should be ence as Robbie Franklin and Tom Fowler bring the men, forming a picture of Tuna, 6 6^ <^o)7Lzco)riinq women, children and even Texas. Tune in next week to ~~at (J Station OKKK to meet Ber­ animals of Tuna, Texas to High Resale the Civic Center stage. Eve­ tha and Hank Bulmiller and Baldwin Community Church Hwy 194 S, Todd ning shows will be offered the whining Bulmiller chil­ Value Vehicles on August 24, 25, 31, and dren, R. R. and Didi Snavely, 1. Mini Cooper September 1, with curtain Petey Fist and the pound 2. Honda Accord 0 e . & o C ula ? u u n P li m at 7:30 nightly. Two Sunday puppies, Elemer and the 3. Toyota Avalon (former Ashe County native, also connected to the "glory days" of the former Todd Campmeeting) matinees will be offered on Klan, Pearl and the bitter 4. Porsche 911 August 26 and September 2, pills, and to find out what with curtain at 2:00 pm. happened to Henry's prize 5. Acura TL Rev. Pulliam (formerly Phillips) has Now, let's go back to Sta­ bird dog. 6. Mercedes CL-Class ministered over 30 years and is an anoimtal speaker, tion OKKK and the world of Reserved seating for 7. Honda Odyssey singer & musician. She presently serves the Lord in the Tuna, Texas: In the control Greater Tuna is available 8. Range Rover Sport booth you will meet Thur­ in advance from the Ashe Wesleyan Church & resides in Greensboro, N.C. 9. Toyota Sequoia ston Wheelis and Aries Stru­ County Arts Council. Tick­ 10. Toyota Tundra vie with the Wheelis - Stru­ ets are $10.00 for adults and vie report. Thurston notes $5.00 for students; they are Everyone is invited, especially those who that the winner of the Tuna now on sale at the Ashe Arts remember her thru the former Todd Campmeeting Junior High American Heri­ Center, either in person, or Years! tage Essay Contest, Connie by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Carp, beat out all of the com­ Credit cards are accepted. Source: ForbesAutos.com petition with her essay, "Hu­ For more information please SUNDAY, AUGUST 12, 11:00 AM man Rights, Why Bother," call the Ashe County Arts 6) 2007 by King Features Syndicate, Inc. 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Qualifying hot line . 336-973-4462 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals Having qualified as Ex­ ecutor of the Estate of Ethel B. Bare, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against said es­ tate to present them to the undersigned at 91 Carolina Lane Sparta, North Carolina 28675 on or before the 6th day of November, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. undersigned, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by and instrument duly record­ ed in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina, and the hold­ er of the note evidenc­ ing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the under­ signed Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at the Courthouse Door in Ashe County, North Carolina, at 10:00 AM on August 22, 2007, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property, to wit: signed, the current owners of the property are Humberto Barrios and Beverly Barrios. This is the 1st day of August, 2007. Gregory L. Bare Executor/Administrator for the Estate of Ethel B. Bare STATE of NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF ASHE WE GET ER DONE!! New land home doublewide and modulars Available now.... GOVERNMENT MAKES DOWN PAYMENT New Generation Homes 336-973-4462 ZERO down. Land home packages. (336) 973-4462. 510-Mobile Home Lots for Sale FOR SALE BY OWN­ ER: 1011 THREE TOP CR. W. JEFFERSON 1000 SQ FT DOUBLE WIDE ON 1.5 ACRES. NEVER BEEN LIVED IN. 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH READY TO MOVE IN. CALL FOR DETAILS. (336)9732335. 530-Lots & Acreage Having qualified as Ad­ ministrator, CTA, of the estate of Ferris Eugene Lane, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all per­ sons having claims against said estate to present the same to the undersigned to Mark Ashley Lane, c/o VANNOY& REEVES, PLLC, P.O. Drawer 67, West Jefferson, North Carolina 28694, on or before the 29th day of October, 2007, or this Notice will b pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate are re­ quested to make imme­ diate payment to the undersigned. This 31st day of July, 2007. Mark Ashley Lane Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 535-Commercial Property Commercial Building in Lansing for R3nt, 1034 sq fett. $300 561-750-2399 1115Professionals FOR HIRE Let me help you to create unique logos, brochures, business cards, booklets and camera ready ads. High-end quality at reasonable rates. No job too big or too small. For more information, please call Firefly Graphx at 336-982-5145 or email lireflvcanoe @ vahoo.com The jefferm Post 8 CREDITORS Classifieds Work! NOTICE ITORS TO CRED­ Having qualified as Ad­ ministrator fo the Es­ tate of Sharon Maria Simon, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all per­ sons having claims against said estate to present them to the un­ dersigned at 2563 Braley School Rd., Mooresville, N.C., 28117 on or before the 17th day of November, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make imme­ diate payment to the undersigned. This the 17th day of Ju­ ly, 2007. Dwight Austin Kennedy Executor/Administrator for the Estate of Sharon Maria Simon NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, ASHE COUNTY 07 SP 93 Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that Certain Deed of Trust executed by Humberto Barrios and Beverly Barrios to Richard Franz, Trustee(s), dat­ ed February 28, 2006, and recorded in Book 343, Page 2080, Ashe County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the Kenneth D. Cavins Substitute Trustee 1101 Nowell Road, Suite 118 Raleigh, NC 27607 (919) 845-1200 Our File No.:746.0706238NC/M LB check out tht classifieds on-line at jcfiersonpost.ee) BEING ALL OF LOST 92 AND 93 OF THE HIDDEN MOUNTAIN SUBDIVISION AS RE­ CORDED IN PLAT BOOK 5, PAGES 29 AND 29A OF THE ASHE COUNTY REG­ ISTRY TO WHICH REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE FOR A SPECIFIC DESCRIPTION THEREOF. Said property is commonly known as 340 E. Hidden Moun­ tain Lane, Crumpler, NC 28617. Third party purchasers must pay the excise tax, pursuant to N.C.G.S. 105-228-30, in the amount of One Dollar ($1.00) per Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) or fractional part thereof, and the Clerk of Courts fee, pursuant to N.C.G.S. 7A-308, in the amount of Fourty-five Cents (45) per each One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) or fractional part thereof of Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00), whichever is greater. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the bid, or seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale and must be tendered in the form of certified funds. Following the expiration of the statu­ tory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts will be imme­ diately due and owing. Said property to be of­ fered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance AS IS WHERE IS. There are no representations of warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, special assessments, land transfer taxes, if any, and encumbrances of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the under- Eye strain from computer use is the number one complaint of office workers. Talk to your eyecctre professional about computer eye­ wear to help prevent eye strain. The Vision Council of America recommends regular eye exams for you and your family to ensure healthy vision. Check Yearly See Clearly.* www.checkyearly.com Wilkes Community College PT Nurse Aide Instructor Alleghany Campus & Wilkes Campus Must be RN with LTC experience Contact Barbara George (336)838-6204 Wilkes Communit College Basic Skills Instructor Coordinator For more information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu LOCAL COMPANY SEEKING EXPERIENCED LUMBER LIFT DRIVER. Excellent benefits, pay negotiable upon experience. Interested persons should submit in writing, their name, address, phone number and experience to the following address, no later than Wednesday, August 15. Jefferson Post Attn: Lumber Lift Driver PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 C �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, AUGUST 1, 2007 PAGE 11 COMMUNITY NEWS New board members for NCNR 'Fun'-raising! The National Committee for the New River (NCNR) has named two new mem­ bers to its board of directors; Craig Teller of Hillsville, VA, and Henry H. Doss of Todd, NC. Each will serve a 3 year term on the 13 member board. Teller is a retired Army Judge Advocate, an Army environmental attorney, and most recently served as the county administrator for Carroll County in Virginia. Teller says, "I'm excited about serving on the NCNR board - it's a great opportu­ nity to contribute to a very worthwhile organization." According to George Santucci, NCNR's executive di­ rector, "We're very pleased to have Craig join our board - his extensive experience as an environmental attor­ ney is especially valuable to our organization." Teller's community ac­ tivities include his service as adjutant/treasurer of the Disabled American Veter­ ans, Chapter 23; second vice president of the Hillsville Lions Club; and vice presi­ dent of Sylvatus Ruritan Club. He is a member of the Twin County Experimental Aircraft Association and the Carroll County Historical Society. Doss is a former bank ex­ ecutive for First Union and PNC Financial Services, where his business experi­ ence focused on financial services sales practices and leadership, large scale op­ erational alignment, and branding projects. Currently, Doss serves on the board of General Assembly Coopera­ tion in West Jefferson, and is a partner in BenchStrength Solutions, a business strate­ gy and capital sourcing com­ pany. In addition to his pro­ fessional activities, Doss has served in volunteer leader­ ship positions with organi­ zations including the UNC Charlotte Alumni Board of Governors, Habitat for Hu­ manity Charlotte, the Olivet College Board of Trustees, and United Negro College Fund. "Doss has been a valu­ able volunteer for NCNR over the last year, helping us with important strategic planning projects," said Santucci. "We're very pleased he's agreed to now serve on the NCNR board, helping guide our future." NCNR is a non-profit or­ ganization that operates in car LAWN CARE the New River watershed in North Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia. Founded more than thirty years ago, NCNR works to protect land important to the New Riv­ er's health, advocates for the river's future throughout its communities, and conducts monitoring, restoration and clean up projects in the three-state operating area. NCNR's more than 800 vol­ unteers have removed 46,260 tons of trash from the river; volunteers monitor 35 sites for water quality purposes. More than 55 miles of river and stream bank have been restored and 4,027 acres of land important to the New River's health have been protected by NCNR. More information about NCNR can be found at the website: www.ncnr.org. Lawn Care, Inc. CALHOUN CLEARING & GRADING Foundations Drainage/Erosion Control Land Clearing • Road Construction • Water Gardens & Landscaping SL bstLAWN SERVICES Northwest (IRADIWG C—^ A "fun"-raising event was enjoyed on Saturday, July 7, when the Friends of Agriculture hosted a fundraiser for the Friends of Agriculture Fund. You might ask, what is the Friends of Agriculture Fund? It is a fund that has begun to raise monies for the construction of an Agricultural Expo Center in Ashe County. An Agriculture Expo Center would provide Ashe County children, youth and residents a place to show their livestock, have horse shows, rodeos, and other agricultural and family events. On July 7, there were sheep, goats and horses galore at the site on NC 163 that is the future home of the Expo Center. Agriculture Extension Agent Charles Young provided instruc­ tion on livestock showmanship skills, there was a petting zoo and horseback riding. Hot dogs, hamburgers, chips, drinks and desserts were sold. Plants and soaps were also available for sale by Paula Young. The Friends of Agriculture would like to thank the follow­ ing sponsors of this event: Heritage Dodge Chrysler Jeep, Par­ sons Farms Fertilizer and Feed, Southern States, Dr Pepper Bottling Company, Food Lion, McDonalds, and Family Dollar. Thank you to the children and youth providing the livestock for the event and to Talmage and Patty Lawrence and Cheryl Lewis for providing the horses for horseback riding. Mark your calendars for the next fundraising event on Sat­ urday, Sept. 22. (Providing a full line of lawn care sendees for full and part time residents of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates arc still quite reasonable. 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A Private Trash Service far Ashe County! 4 lHt We are now accepting new accounts Garbage Service includes: Weekly or Biweekly Pickup Residential, I Jght Commercial and Small Business Accepted Contact us at: 828-394-4944 or 828-292-3211 �PAGE 12 TUESDAY, AUGUST 7, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Student attends Legislator's School CULLOWHEE—Aaron Scott, son of Steve and Robin Scott of West Jefferson, at­ tended the Legislators' School for Youth Leadership Devel­ opment at Western Carolina University. He attends Ashe County High School in West Jefferson and is a rising 11 grader. The Legislators' School for Youth . Leadership Develop­ ment offers selected rising eighth through 11th graders an opportunity to develop skills in leadership, critical thinking and communica­ tion. Located on the campus of Western Carolina, the oneweek residential program utilizes the cultural and rec­ reational resources of the university and the setting ad­ jacent to Great Smoky Moun­ tains National Park. During their stay, students participate in leadership skills training, outdoor rec­ reation, educational sessions, and other activities. Commu­ nity service work and discus­ sions about current issues also are important aspects of the program. Computers go 'green' Numerous environmental benefits of buying high-per­ formance, environmentally friendly computer equip­ ment are highlighted in the first annual report issued by the Green Electronics Council. The report, called "The Environmental Ben­ efits of the Purchase or Sale of EPEAT Registered Prod­ ucts in 2006," states that the purchase of more than 36 million EPA approved computer desktops, laptops and monitors has led to a significant reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. Some highlights from the report show that the com­ puter equipment has helped to: •Save 13.7 billion kWh of electricity, enough to power 1.2 million U.S. homes for a year; •Save 24.4 million metric tons of primary materials, equivalent to the weight of 189 million refrigerators; •Prevent 56.5 million metric tons of air emissions (including greenhouse gas emissions); •Prevent 1.07 million metric tons of carbon equiv­ alent greenhouse gas emis­ sions, equivalent to remov­ ing 852,000 cars from the road for a year; •Prevent 118,000 met­ ric tons of water pollutant emissions; •Reduce the amount of toxic materials used by 1,070 metric tons, equivalent to the weight of 534,000 bricks, including enough mercury to fill 157,000 household fe­ ver thermometers; and •Avoid the disposal of 41,100 metric tons of haz­ ardous waste, equivalent to the weight of 20.5 million bricks. EPEAT (Electronic Prod­ ucts Environmental As­ sessment Tool) -registered computer products have reduced levels of cadmium, lead, and mercury to bet­ ter protect human health, and are easier to upgrade and recycle, iyi addition to meeting the government's Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency. By buying EPEAT registered products purchasers are significantly contributing to reducing the environmental impacts of their computers. For more information about EPEAT and the annu­ al report go online to http:// www.epa.gov/opptintr/epp/ pubs/products/epeat.htm. Aaron Scott The 21Bl year of the Legis­ lators' School was be held in two sessions, June 16-22 (ris­ ing eighth and ninth graders) and June 23-29 (rising 10th and 11th graders), by West­ ern's Office for Rural Educa­ tion. The program is funded by the North Carolina Gen­ eral Assembly through legis­ lation introduced by the late Howard B. Chapin, formerly a state representative from Beaufort County. A similar school operates at East Caro­ lina University. Male Pit Ball Vromid 5 mouths old Iliiskic. around 2 yrs old; found in Kafmm lloll.ir Gimpy-numl • lioVT Illi.X Vromid 10 nooks old iWFll* al Shelter has grand opening Post photo by Linda Burchette Ashe County Humane Society celebrated the opening of their new animal shelter recently with lots of activities including a dog show. Some of the winners, from left, were Aaron Bradley and his mother Terri Wiley with Rosie (Cutest Expression), Dawn Crawford with Millie (Longest Hair) and Dawna Benedict with Ginger (Most Unusual Color). The shelter is located on Old Highway 16 in Jefferson directly in front of the National Guard.Armory. Taylor Is a Golden Retriever mix who has lost his way home. He is a young adult male, veiy obedient and good on a leash. He was found in Ashe County a week ago. He's looking for a forever home. Taylor will be looking forward to seeingyou next Saturday at the Resource Center. Come meet China who Is a beautiful Sheltic/Bulldog mix. She is spayed but her shots need to be updated. China Is housebroken and is 4years old. Her owner can no longer keep her due to apartment/landlord rules. She Is a beau­ tiful. energetic dog and needs a forever home. Come see her Saturday at the Resource Center on Old Hwy 16. China is available for a nominal donation. Petty (B&W) and Sparky (Orange) are both male kitties about 7 weeks old. Their mother was killed and thty are being fostered by a gener­ ous foster mom. They desperately need a forever home. Please come see them and all the wonderful kit­ ties we have for adopt ion I Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located directly in front of the Armoiy on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@sitybest.com August 13 & 14 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 63 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 12 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-08-07 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/e1889155c66ddbf299d4ad672198334c.pdf 8cdd3be64430a7c08c5e2d99348004a1 PDF Text Text Husky fall sports practice underway Friday page 1B August 10,2007 Teague wins at WRP 500 page 1B Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com Weekly softball scores Volume 82, Issue 64 page 2B SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Governor picks West Jefferson for Small Town program by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor A small town in population, but a big town in what it has to offer and its potential.. .that is West Jefferson. And the town is now being recognized - for not only its potential, but also for what has already been ac­ complished. Gov. Mike Easley an­ nounced Tuesday that West Jefferson is one of six small towns chosen to participate in the North Carolina Small Town Main Street program. "The Main Street program has a proven track record of achievement in revitalizing downtowns across North Car­ olina," Easley said in a news release. "Communities in the program have experienced a renewed sense of pride and an improved economic climate." The Small Town Main Street program is an initia­ tive for smaller cities that focuses on creating new jobs and investment by helping re­ vitalize downtown areas, Ea­ sley explained. The program provides technical assistance to smaller communities (those with a population less than 7,500) that lack the resources to become full Main Street cit­ ies. While the Main Street pro­ gram provides funding for its participants, the Small Town Main Street program has no funding attached but does of­ fer invaluable resources and assistance to small towns working to improve them­ selves. Just like the Main Street program, the Small Town Main Street incorporates the "Four Point Approach" of or­ ganization, promotion, design, and economic restructuring to help small towns revitalize and restore their downtown commercial districts. "The Small Town Main Street program provides key elements to help make the downtown thrive," said Lynn Rees-Jones, vice president of the West Jefferson Communi­ ty Partnership. "We are really excited about this. It will be a real advantage for us to be a part of the program. When I moved here a year and a half ago, I drove through the downtown and thought, this is a real up and coming place. And I wanted to be a part of that and a part of the commu­ nity." This designation for West Jefferson is no doubt a result of what the Community Part­ nership has accomplished through its work with the town. Starting a number of years ago as the West Jeffer­ son Revitalization Commit­ tee, the members changed the name later on to recognize that the town had been revi­ talized and was now a part­ nership of government, busi­ ness, civic organizations and individuals as well as state and federal agencies. The Main Street pro­ gram was developed by the National Trust for Historic Preservation in 1980 and is administered by the Depart­ ment of Commerce's Division of Community Development. The Small Town Main Street program began five years ago as a way to help smaller com­ munities that didn't qualify for Main Street status. Representatives of the DOC visited West Jefferson in July to tour the town, and their findings along with the town's application secured the Small Town Main Street Program designation. It was announced at last Thursday's meeting of the West JefferSee Town, page 5A Local banker retires by Linda Burchette ated as West Jefferson Town Hall, also the former location of the old First National What does a banker do when he retires? Bank. In Ashe County, grow Christmas trees of Elliott became Business Banker for First course, something Larry Elliott of Jefferson Citizens in 1999 and transferred to Boone has done for 25 years and will concentrate in 2003, as Watauga Area Business Banker more on now that he has retired from serving Ashe, Avery, Watauga, and sur­ First Citizens Bank. rounding counties. While in Boone, Elliott turned in his keys to the Elliott won numerous sales awards bank last month after 35 years including area Business Banker in the banking business. He re­ of the year in 2004. tired as vice president at First It all began with a desire for Citizens, a long way up from his a belter career than industrial first days as a loan officer with work. Northwestern Bank in North "I worked at Sprague for nine Wilkesboro where he began his years and started going to night career in 1973. school," Elliott said. "I got to "Back then, you didn't need looking at banking and thought much training. I was there two it would be a good career. I've al­ days and they put me to mak­ ways enjoyed numbers and math ing loans," he said. Later that and accounting." He had a degree same year, he came to Lansing and in business administration from helped open a branch bank there. He Wilkes Community College when became manager of the Lansing office hired by Northwestern Bank. where he remained until 1991. That year "Banking has changed tremendously he transferred to the West Jefferson Branch over 30 years," Elliott said."We did character as City Executive. In 1985, First Citizens lending back then. We knew our customers bought out the bank that had formed from and they knew us. You can't go on character a merger between Northwestern and First anymore. You must have some kind of paper Union. This was at the building now oper­ See Elliott, page 5A Assistant Editor Thank you, Ashe County! Post photo by Linda Burchette Bethany Shepherd and Amanda Church, sixth graders at Westwood Elementary School, sit surrounded by some of the "tons" of supplies donated by individuals and businesses to the annual School Supply Project. Their Girl Scout Troop volunteered to help with the project and they made flyers for their church. From notebooks to backpacks and scissors to glue, this program helps provide tools for school to students who need them. Items are sent to school guidance offices and distributed on an as-needed basis. The supplies were collected and taken to the schools in time for the first day on Wednesday. Ola Belle Reed Festival set for Aug. 17-19 in Lansing The Second Annual Ola Belle Reed Homecoming Fes­ tival welcomes the musical talents of Tim O'Brien head­ lining the list of performers at the festival next weekend. One of the spearheads of contemporary bluegrass mu­ sic, Tim received two IBMA awards in 2006; Male Vocal­ ist of the Year and Song of the Year for "Look Down That Lone­ some Road." He was nomi­ nated for two 2004 IBMA Awards; Best Song for Ola Belle Reed's "I've Endured" and for Male Vocalist of the Year. His CD "Fiddler's Green" won the Grammy award for Best Tra­ ditional Folk Album at the 48th Annual Grammy Awards on Feb. 8, 2006 Tim O'Brien will play on Saturday, Aug. 18 at 7 p.m. and again on Sunday, Aug. 19 at 6 p.m. He will also present a Fiddle Workshop on Satur­ day at 1:30 p.m. The Ola Belle Reed Home­ coming Festival, Aug. 17-19 in Lansing, is an opportunity to celebrate the life and music of this remarkable woman in the locale where her life's journey began, the ffriiall community of Lansing in the mountains of North Carolina. The festival will also fea­ ture the music of Ola Belle's husband and sons, musicians who played with her over the years, newer groups that are carrying on her tradition, and local talent. Through the generosity of Wayne Henderson, one of the greatest instrument makers alive, the Ola Belle Reed Fes­ tival is raffling a Henderson D 18 guitar to raise funds for the festival. Tickets will be $1 per chance or 6 chances for $5. The drawing will be held at the festival on Sunday, Aug. 19 at 6 p.m. You need not be present to win. "High on a mountain, wind blowing free," join Ola Belle's family and friends and the people of Lansing for a week­ end of music and fellowship. Ola Belle Reed (Aug 17, 1916- Au­ gust 16, 2002) learned to pick the banjo at an early age and began writing songs about her life in the moun­ tains. During the Depression, she moved to Baltimore with her brother Alex, where she performed on radio stations across the state and began perform­ ing with the North Carolina Ridge Runners. In 1949 she joined The New River Boys as a singer, banjo and guitar player. In 1951, Ola Belle and her husband Bud and brother See Festival, page 5A Picnic planned for Sen. Steve Goss's campaign A picnic and rally for Ashe County native NC Senator Steve Goss will be held on Saturday, Aug. 18, at 5:30 p.m. at the West Jefferson Town Park. Grilled hot dogs with all the "fixins" will be served along with soft drinks and homemade desserts. En­ tertainment will be provided by the Houck Brothers and Friends. Everyone buying a $10 ticket will get a hot dog dinner and have a chance to win a Stephen Shoemaker print, a gift certificate frorp Michael's 102 North, or a gift from Ana Maria's Gift Shop. Children under 12 will be ad­ mitted free. Representative Cullie Tarleton will be auctioneer for a Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com clas8ified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com number of homemade cakes and other donated items, including a Christmas tree from Bare's Tree Farm, an ot­ toman and a lawn chair from Burgess Furniture, a week­ end at Clyde and Eva Ingle's vacation cottage, two tickets to a Charlotte Knights base­ ball game, and an heirloom hand crocheted bedspread. Sen. Goss was elected last year to represent the coun­ ties of Ashe, Wilkes, Watauga, and Alexander. These coun­ ties make up the 45th district of the North Carolina Senate. Goss is serving a two-year term and will be up for re­ election next year. Rep. Tarleton was also elected last year to represent the 93rd Photo courtesy of Lynda McDaniel Sen. Steve Goss speaks to attendees at last year's picnic rally. This year's event is scheduled Saturday, Aug. 18 at West Jefferson Town Park. Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,672 U.S. service people killed (as of 8/8) 27,279 U.S. service people wounded (as of 8/8) district of the North Caro­ lina House of Representa­ tives, consisting of Ashe and Watauga counties. Although both Goss and Tarleton are freshmen in the General Assembly, they have been working hard for the people they serve in Ashe and the surrounding area. They have obtained $708,000 for a Division of Forestry Ser­ vices headquarters building for Ashe County, $34 million for a new College of Educa­ tion building for ASU, $100 million in the Clean Water Management Trust Fund to combat water pollution in the state, $420,000 over the next two years to establish three National Guard Family Assis­ Clogging lessons offered Kitty Honeycutt, director of the Fleet Feet Cloggers, is teaching clogging lessons. Classes are offered for ages 4 - adult for dancers of all skill levels. The location will be at the Ashe County Academy (former West Jefferson Elementary School gym) on Monday and Tuesday evenings. Tuition is $30 each month. Registration will be held on Monday, Aug. 13 and Tuesday, Aug. 14 tance Centers to provide ben­ efit and planning services to families of deployed National Guard members, and elimina­ tion of the counties' share of an ever growing Medicaid bill (estimated in Ashe County to be a savings of $932,000 over two years). In addition, they were instrumental in getting guard rails along Highway 88 and in getting a DMV office located in Ashe County. Tickets for the picnic can be purchased on site or by calling Melba Jones at 8469068 or Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. Any businesses wishing to donate items for door prizes or auction may also call one of these num­ bers. at the Ashe County Academy gym 5-7 pm. Please call 336-982-3272 for information. Shrine to hold poker run The Ashe Shrine Club will hold a poker run starting at 1 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 12. The event will start at the Shrine Building on Morphew Lane in Jefferson (behind Blue Ridge Medical). Hamburgers and hot dogs will be available after the ride. Hands are $15 each. �PAGE 2A FRIDAY/ AUGUST 10, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SOCIALS Parents play more with kids, study finds Allyson Denise Pierce (MS) - Go to work. Pick up some ingredients for dinner at the grocery store. Drop the kids off at practice. Constantly tugged in differ­ ent directions, today's moms are busier than ever. Despite their many responsibilities and demands at the workplace and on the home front, parents to­ day surprisingly spend more time with their kids than pre­ vious generations. But at the same time, they often wonder about the quality of the time they spend. To help busy moms, Rice Krispies® has launched Opera­ tion Spark, a new educational initiative devoted to providing moms more ways to meaning­ fully connect with their kids by adding simple touches of creativity to everyday rou­ tines. Dr. Lawrence J. Cohen, a noted psychologist specializing in play and author of "Playful Parenting," says that quality time can be brought to virtu­ ally every nook and cranny of your day and it's easy to come and Zachariah Lawless by with just a few simple point­ ers: •Encourage exploration. While children learn through play, parents shouldn't assume that means that every playtime has to be about education. Let kids play in the sand, chase af­ ter things and bang on pots and pans. By doing this, kids learn about the world at their own pace without fear of failure. son, PA in Charlotte, NC, this •Set a timer. Many parents fall. may struggle to stay focused The prospective groom, and give their kids their un­ Zachariah Lawless of Cha­ divided attention, especially pel Hill, NC, graduated from when the activity is not some­ Ashe Central High School thing they particularly enjoy. in Jefferson, NC, in 1997, Setting a timer can help you to and from UNC-Chapel Hill, commit to fully engaging with where he received a Bach­ your child. Keep the philosophy elor of Arts in Psychology in that you can do anything for 30 2001. He is the son of Jack minutes, even if it means dress­ and Denise Lawless of Jeffer­ ing up dolls or pretending you son, NC, and the grandson of are on a spaceship to Mars. •Join children in their world: Evelyn and the late John Lee Lawless of Charlotte, NC, and the late Albert and Christine Fellows of Copley, Ohio. He is employed as Production Manager-Executive Director of Arts for UNC-Chapel Hill in Chapel Hill, NC. The couple will wed on Monday, Aug. 13, at 5:30 p.m. at North Maluaka Beach in Maui, Hawaii. There will be Samantha and Steven a reception for them on Sept. Chefas of Grassy Creek an­ Sept. 1, 2007 at 3 p.m. at nounce the birth of their Barn at Valhalla in Chapel daughter, Callie Lin Chefas. Hill, NC. She was born Aug. 5, 2007, at Ashe Memorial Hospital. The new arrival was 19 inches long and weighed 6 pounds, 12 ounces. Her grandparents are Sam and Linda Covault and John and Kathy Chefas. Pierce-Lawless nuptials set Larry and Shirley Pierce of Reidsville, NC, are pleased to the engagement and upcom­ ing wedding of their daugh­ ter, Allyson Denise Pierce of Chapel Hill, NC, to Zachariah Lawless of Chapel Hill, NC. The prospective bride, Al­ lyson Denise Pierce, graduat­ ed from Rockingham County High School in Wentworth, NC, in 1998, and from UNCChapel Hill, where she recieved a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Admin­ istration in 2002, and UNCChapel Hill School of Law, where she received the degree of Juris Doctor in 2007. She is the daughter of Larry and Shirley Pierce of Reidsville, NC, and the granddaughter of the late John and Clyde Pierce of West Jefferson, NC, and the late Webb and Zella Roten of Warrensville, NC. Allyson will go to work as an attorney with the firm of Robinson, Bradshaw & Hin- Baby News Another temp record falls G R A N D F A T H E R MOUNTAIN, NC - The high temperature reading of 80 degrees at Grandfather Mountain on Wednesday, August 8, broke the daily high temperature record of 79 degrees set in 1979. This is the second day in a row that a daily high tem­ perature record has been broken at Grandfather. A warm 79 degrees recorded the world of play. That means getting on the floor at their level, whether it's digging holes in the yard or building tents in the house, just let your imagi­ nation carry you away. And fol­ low the giggles. You know you are on the right track when your children giggle with you. •Reverse the roles. Let your child be the doctor, the monster, the strong and capable one, while you are the nervous pa­ tient, the helpless one and the bumbling person who falls over a lot. When preparing break­ fast, let your child be the par­ ent, pour your bowl of cereal and go over all your appoint­ ments with you. This gives your children a sense of control they often seek. NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE LANDS of Heirs of Mary Elizabeth Lambert Poe J I M R E E V E S - V A N N O Y &R E E V E S , P L L C , A T T O R N E Y S 202 EAST MAIN STREET, P O DRAWER 67, WEST JEFFERSON, NORTH CAROLINA 28691 Phone: (336)246-7172 - e-mail: ilm@vannovandreeves.com JOHN T. KILBY, KILBY & HURLEY, ATTORNEYS POST OFFICE BOX 24, WEST JEFFERSON, NORTH CAROLINA 28694 Phone: (336) 246-3144 STATE of NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY of ASHE IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK File No. 05-SP-54 BETTY POE COLLINS, Petitioner, vs. NANCY POE (Widow); and CLIFFORD ALLEN POE and wife, ALICE SHEPHERD POE, Respondents. NOTICE OF SALE Under and by virtue of an Order entered by Honorable Jerry L. Roten, on 23 May 2006, who was then the Clerk of Superior Court of Ashe County, North Carolina, in the above captioned special proceeding, the undersigned Commissioners will, on the 10th day of August, 2007 at 2:00 o'clock p.m., at the Courthouse in Jefferson, North Carolina, offer for sale to the highest bidder, for cash, pursuant to the judicial sales p o e u e c nan d in A tce 29A, § 1 3 91 e . seq., r cd rs o ti e ri l -3., t of the North Carolina General Statutes, the following described lands lying and being in Ashe County, North Carolina: Being that certain tract of land identified by the Ashe County Tax Department as Parcel Number 09263-076; the same containing approximately 3.3 acres, and being those certain lands which the Petitioner and the Respondents, Nancy Poe and Clifford Allen Poe, inherited from their mother, Mary Elizabeth Lambert Poe. This is an excellent commercial location, located on United States Highway 221in Jefferson, North Carolina. There is also located on the subject premises a one-story brick residence, containing ^ approximately 1,288 square feet with 3 bedrooms and a barn structure. Directions to Property This property is located beside the old Burger King location and across the road from Hardees in the Food Lion shopping center in Jefferson, North Carolina on United States Highway 221. At the time of the sale, the highest bidder shall Immediately make a cash deposit in the amount of five (5%) per cent of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty ($750) Dollars, whichever is greater. This 12th day of July, 2007. John T. Kilby and Jimmy D. Reeves, Co-Commissioners SANGER CLINIC IS INCREASING ITS NUMBERS IN THE HIGH COUNTRY. SANGER CLINIC IS PROUD TO WELCOME HOME BOONE NATIVE DR. LEVERNE FOX, JR. D R . F O X J O I N S T H E E S T A B L I S H E D B O O N E TE A M O F D R S . 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Carolinas HealthCare System 336-246-2460 • West Jefferson, NC B O O N E O F F I C E : 175 Mary St., Boone, North Carolina 28607 828-264-9664 tef « ft " '•/ , �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 3A FRIDAY, AUGUST 10, 2007 ENTERTAINMENT Gallery Crawl returns to West Jefferson The third Gallery Crawl of the season will take place tonight, Aug. 10, from 5-8 pm. The Ashe County Arts Coun­ cil is pleased to sponsor this event and is committed to the continued support of the downtown West Jefferson Arts District. Eleven galleries will be open after hours to showcase the latest exciting artwork of talented local and region­ al artists. Everything from paintings to photography to handcrafted jewelry, and pottery will be displayed for the art lover to see and buy. The participating galleries include: Acorn Gallery, Ashe Arts Center, Ashe Street Gal­ lery, Bohemia, Originals Only, A Quilted Cottage, River Rock Gallery, R.T. Morgan Art Gal­ lery, Smart Gallery, Stephen Shoemaker Studio, and Tin Roof Gallery. ACORN GALLERY that features the fine art originals and reproductions of nation­ ally exhibited artist Raney Rogers. Her work includes representational landscapes, wildlife, and portraits, in var­ ious media. The gallery has handcrafts accessories and for this gallery crawl the Pur­ ple Chocolatier will feature handmade truffles! Acorn Gallery is located at 103 Long Street and the phone number is 246-3388. The ASHE ARTS CENTER is an historic WPA building featuring The Gallery and Gallery Shop. With eight ex­ hibits a year and over fourdozen artists represented, there's always something for everyone! Showing through August 25 is the Solo Exhibi­ tion by Stephen Shoemaker entitled "Pictures at an Exhi­ bition". The Ashe Arts Center is on the corner of Main Street sand School Avenue and the phone number is 846-ARTS. ASHE STREET GALLERY AND STUDIO features a se­ lection of fine contemporary arts including paintings, clay, sculpture, furniture, and jew­ elry. Formerly the Hartman music building, the gallery has been completely reno­ vated to become the premier gallery space in Western North Carolina. Vicki Brown, the owner and studio artist at Ashe St. Gallery, is known for her colorful and provoca­ tive abstract oil and acrylic paintings. During the year, there are a number of open­ ings of exciting artists that have made important contri­ butions in their field. Ashe Street Gallery is located at 19 East Ashe Street and the phone number is 846-8284. BOHEMIA GALLERY fea­ tures the work of owner Janet Dowling and other fine local artists. Bohemia's selections include a unique mix of origi­ nal artwork, artisan jewelry, and handmade crafts. Lino­ leum block prints with stun­ ning work in black and white, prints, baskets, pottery, and woodcrafts are highlighted. Bohemia is located at 106 N. Jefferson Avenue and the phone number is 846-1498. ORIGINALS ONLY fea­ tures sthe work of Joan Stiles Bell. Her original oil paint­ ings include Ashe County landscapes, still life, and portraits. The gallery also features handcrafted Scandi­ navian mountain furniture. For the July Crawl, Originals Only will feature Michael Bell on the piano music. Originals Only is located at 3B North Jefferson Avenue and the phone number is 846-1636 A QUILTED COTTAGE is a haven for quilters! Owner Gail Brandt has the largest selection of quilting fabrics, supplies and classes in the region. Featured in the shop are wall hangings, quilts, and clothing items all hand quilt­ ed! The Quilt Gathering is lo­ cated in Jefferson Station. R.T. MORGAN ART GAL­ LERY AND GLASS BY CAMILLE features a wide vari­ ety of original fine art. Award winning artists have been hand-selected and are among the best in their fields. Enjoy sculpture and paintings by owners R.T. Morgan and Glass by Camille Morgan. Other featured artists show pottery, blown glass, sculpture, bas­ kets, garden creations, and paintings. Experience the elegance of a big city gallery nestled in a small mountain town! R.T. Morgan Gallery is located at 120 North Jef­ ferson Avenue and the phone number is 246-3328. RIVER ROCK GALLERY is Ashe County's first artist cooperative featuring high quality craftsmanship from local artists. Co-op members and consignment artists are showing a variety of fine art and handcrafted works including jewelry, pressed flowers, weaving, painting, stained glass, hand made books, photography, pottery, wood sculpture, and wood turnings. River Rock is locat­ ed at 101 North Jefferson Av­ enue and the phone number is 219-0089. SMART GALLERY owned by Gail Smart features over 50 artists in various mediums that include fine art, photog­ raphy, jewelry, fine wood­ working, pottery and glass. The Smart Gallery is located at 109 North Jefferson Av­ enue and the phone number is 246-7399. STEPHEN SHOEMAKER STUDIO is the place to paint according to artist owner Ste­ phen Shoemaker. And paint he does! Stephen is known as the Train Man in Ashe County with numerous origi­ nal watercolor paintings and prints on his favorite subject. Stephen also paints land­ scapes and still life. Shoe­ maker's Studio located in the AF Bank Office Building, 113 South Jefferson Avenue and the phone number is 8463401. TIN ROOF GALLERY is home to artist Catherine Altice. Her work is fun, whim­ sical, and thought provok­ ing. Enjoy contemporary mixed media paintings, jew­ elry, fiber arts, fine crafts, and handcrafted note cards. Catherine's bright colors will brighten your day! Tin Roof is located at 103 N. Jefferson Avenue and the phone num­ ber is 246-33 Crawlers are invited to stroll the streets, visit the galleries, view the downtown murals, see the new art pan­ els in Jefferson Station, and take advantage of some the downtown eateries. Join your friends and neighbors and support the arts! Gallery Crawl is a free event and is supported by the West Jefferson Business As­ sociation and is sponsored by the Ashe County Arts Coun­ cil. For more information please call 336-846-ARTS. Walker Center adds new performances The Walker Center 2007- has earned experience as a 2008 Season, Fiery Nights, is member of Roy Clark's band. already lined-up to be an ex­ In addition to being a talented citing year for music and the songwriter, Justin shows great performing arts but to add to talent playing guitar, mando­ the season's entertainment, lin and fiddle. Justin David the Walker Center announces will entertain Walker Center two Additional Feature Shows, audiences on Saturday, March Rhonda Vincent and the Rage 1 at 8 p.m. Tickets for this and Justin David. Additional Feature Show are Rhonda Vincent is one of $15 in advance and $17 day of the most acclaimed and popu­ show. It may seem a bit early to lar figures on today's bluegrass scene. Vincent is an award be thinking of New Year's Eve winning vocalist, multi-instru­ plans but the Wilkes Commu­ mentalist, heartfelt songwrit­ nity College Endowment Cor­ er, and thrilling entertainer. poration would like to remind Rhonda Vincent and The Rage you that the hottest party in will light up the Walker Center town is always the WCC En­ Stage on Saturday, January 26 dowment Corporation's New at 8 p.m. Tickets for this Addi­ Year's Eve Celebration. The tional Feature Show are $19 in event features music of live band, The Troupers, the Tyson advance and $21 day of show. The Walker Center is of­ Center Stage Cocktail Buf­ fering the opportunity for au­ fet, complimentary bar, tradi­ diences to catch a rising star tional champagne toast and when Justin David makes a balloon drop, and a celebration tour stop in Wilkesboro. Jus­ breakfast. Make plans today tin gained recognition as a fi­ to spend your New Year's Eve nalist on "Nashville Star" and at this special event! Coffee House Talent Night The Ashe County Arts Council will sponsor the Cof­ fee House Talent Night this Saturday night, Aug. 11 at 7:30 in the fellowship hall of the Jefferson Methodist Church in Jefferson. The fea­ tured performers will be Deb­ orah Jean and Randy Sheets, Henry Doss, and Paula Wil­ liams, with Mistress of Cer­ emonies Ginny Tobiassen. Randy and Deborah Jean Sheets sing and play old-time music. These two longtime musicians have been perform­ ing together for the past nine years. Steeped in the folk and old-time traditions, Deborah Jean plays guitar and sings. She has played with a vari­ ety of groups over the past 25 years from string bands to trio and duet groups. Randy, a claw hammer banjo picker, is a devotee of old-time string band music. With their new Additional Feature Show tickets will are on sale now and can be purchased through the Walker Center Box Office by calling 336-838-6260 or visiting the Box Office Mon­ day-Friday from noon to 5 p.m. Tickets may be purchased on­ At the River House... Derek Braun will perform at River House this Sunday as part of the Sunday Salon Series. Derek is a graduate of Lenoir-Rhyne College where he led their marching band as a key board player. He has been playing the piano profes­ sionally since he was sixteen and has performed all over the Southeastern United States including regular performances at Jefferson Landing over the last four years. He will be play­ ing the Baby Grand Piano at River House this Sunday August 12, 2007 from 4-6pm. Hors d' oeuvres will be passed during the show and immediately following his performance the four course chef's selection will be served. Ml ABC permits and a full wine selection. For reservations please call 336-982-2109. Photo courtesy of WCC Rhonda Vincent will per­ form at the Walker Center on January 26. The popu­ lar singer will appear with her band, The Rage. Tickets are available in advance for THE SUMNER'S MtfMPVESV BFA1R I BuAHPI $19. CD, "The Birds Were Singing of You," the couple stays true to their traditional roots. The singer-songwriter Henry Doss will be making his Coffee House debut. Hen­ ry spent his teenage years like every other kid dreaming of becoming a rock star play­ ing the guitar but he dropped the dream in favor of grow­ ing up. Henry enjoyed a suc­ cessful career in the banking industry but after a 30 year hiatus he picked the guitar back up and retired from his job and has become a fulltime musician. His sound is a combination of acoustic bal­ lads, heartfelt folk and cut loose rock. Henry recently played at Jefferson Landing in a benefit for the Museum of Ashe County. For information and tick­ ets, call the Ashe County Arts Center at 846-ARTS. 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Always connected, no dialing in. Includes anti-virus protection and spam blockers. Mediacom) mediacomcable.com Standard Installation only $9.95' �inion u IC PACK 4A FRIDAY, AUGUST 10, 2007 "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter. Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Restrictions on violent games good We agree with Cali­ fornia's Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger that vio­ lent video games should not be sold to children. Unfortunately, there is a judge who disagreed and struck down California's 2005 law that restricted such sales. This is just the latest such law to fall before the heavy-duty legal actions sponsored by video game trade organizations. They argue that such a restriction violates First Amendment rights of free speech. Garbage. Garbage, in fact, is what many of these righteous video game manufacturers peddle to our children. The more violent the better, up to a place where the public revulsion is enough to hurt sales. Beyond, if they can get away with it. Now we do not suggest that all, or even many, children who play such games regularly turn into Columbine-like killers. There is simply no evidence of that. But hours spent killing and maiming other people, even within a fan­ tasy virtual world, cannot be good for young children. There are so many other ways for them to spend their time, other than in a world of violent fantasy. "" California's law would have allowed parents to make the decision whether to purchase such games for their children or not. That is only reasonable in our opinion. Perhaps the strangest thing in this whole national argument over violence in video games is sex. When there is strong sexual con­ tent in games, legislatures and the courts have no prob­ lem keeping them out of children's hands. A parent who handed such games to a child might face charges or an investigation by Social Services. But hand the same child a game devoted to mass murder—and few seem to complain. To make this stranger, most parents would hope their children grow up, marry and enjoy a healthy sexual relationship with their spouses. None, we expect, would wish them to become killers. But what games can they buy? The Founding Fathers inserted protection for free speech in the U.S. Constitution with the goal of allowing free and unbri­ dled political, religious and economic debate—and dis­ cussion of every topic—in the new country. Their effort has succeeded magnificent­ ly. Unfortunately, there will always be a few companies and people who will try to misuse these precious and sacred rights, usually to make a quick profit. California's law should stand—and a similar national law would be very appropriate. Invitation to fundraiser This letter is to the good voting citizens of Ashe Coun­ ty to come out to the park at West Jefferson on Saturday, Aug. 18 to meet your senator, Steve Goss. Tickets are $10 for this fundraiser for Sen. Goss so he can campaign for his re-elec­ tion as senator in 2008. The time for this event will be 5:30 p.m. at the park. There will be food, drinks, deserts and maybe music. As most of you know, Sen. Goss has worked hard for the folks of his district in his first term as senator. I won't go into detail about what he has accomplished. So mark your social calen­ dar for Saturday the 18th and spread the word to come out and show your support for our senator. Tabor Bell Jefferson Team offers thanks To the Editor: On behalf of my Relay for Life team, Rays of Hope, I would like to thank everyone who helped to make this year a success in the support of cancer research. Thank you for your generous gifts. Also congratulations goes out to Dempse Bowlin of Laurel Springs, who is the winner of the Stephen Shoemaker print, "New River Crossing." May God bless each of you who had a hand in making our efforts a success and may our efforts help find a cure for cancer. Freda Porter Liberty Grove Church Respect needed I am a retired citizen of Ashe County and went to the courthouse today, Au­ gust 3, 2007 around 11:30 a.m. to pay my taxes. As you all know, we as citizens must empty our pockets before passing through the metal detector to enter, the court­ house. I had removed every­ thing from my pockets and left them in my vehicle, how- Jefferson Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. 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To the Editor: To the Editor: Hit AlLEi 9EWIND "(fa. UOLLXWOOD WALK oi FAME WOTOP A&0UT OUR INFRASTRUCTURE RfcUAX NOW VOU CAW mi M SAlAt ItmoTlOU EXPERTS AS THE PEPARTtAFNT SAFE UNSAFE BRIDGE Our home would not acccomodate this number of people and the Center was just what we needed in order to have everyone be comfortable. We ever the alarm sounded and I used the kitchen, cafeteria informed the deputy on duty and the picnic area, that has that my pockets were empty. 4 new picnic tables. Everyone He immediately jumped to had a great time and were his feet and called me a liar. I very impressed with the fa­ as a taxpayer believe that we cilities. We are grateful to have this command and expect a more professional behavior from facility in the Fleetwood com­ our law enforcement officials - munity that can be used by other than to be treated like anyone. If you are planning an event I would encourage common criminals. They need to take a mo­ you to check into renting the ment and reflect on the fact Center. Their phone number that we as taxpayers are the is 877-4973. ones paying their salaries and Judy McNeely should treat us with a little Fleetwood more respect than I received, especially the senior citizens of our county as most of us have to live on a very limited income. Stand up for your rights and report any mistreatment to the sheriff. I don't appreciate being To the Editor: I can't listen to our Attor­ called a liar by anyone, espe­ cially a law enforcement offi-, ney General, Alberto Gon­ zales) without drinking vod­ cer who is suppose to repre­ ka—and lots of it. Just when sent the law. you think George W. is a cer­ Jerold Turner tifiable idiot, Gonzales comes into the spotlight. It's a race to the finish, with the two of them running neck and neck for first place. That an At­ torney General of the United States should have to be ques­ tioned by Senators as if he is a 5 yr. old child is unimagi­ nable, but as that seems to be To the Editor: Our family recently had the only level of response the a reunion and rented part of Attorney General is capable the Fleetwood Community of providing, I guess he leaves Center. We had between 40 the Senators little choice. I and 50 people attend from watch Gonzales at times and Virginia, Michigan, South wouldn't be surprised to see Carolina, Georgia, Flordia, him chewing gum or text Hawaii and various parts of messaging on his cell phone during questioning. He North Carolina. Letters to the Editor Attorney General Fleetwood Center seems completely oblivious to the serious concerns people have that he has politicized the Justice Department. In case anybody has forgotten their study of history and politics, the Attorney General is head of the Department of Justice. He is the Chief law enforcement officer of the United States Government— (I think). Since Dick Cheney has informed us that the Vice President's office is no longer part of the Executive branch, I'm not even sure if up is up or down is down anymore. This administration is so flat out bizarre; it would not surprise me if they claimed that the President's office is a divine institution established by the Angel Gabriel. Since Gon­ zales took over, the Justice Department appears to have become a mechanical Repub­ lican arm protruding straight out of the White House-swat­ ting away any attorneys who refuse to prosecute innocent Democrats and help the GOP win elections. And now all evidence points to the fact that Gonzales has lied and perjured himself to Congress concerning Bush's warrant­ less surveillance program. If an Attorney General can lie to Congress and get away with it, why bother even hav­ ing a Justice Department? If Bush wants to take the entire Republican Party down with him, more power to him. Vir­ ginia Foxx and her friends have ignored our Constitution and kissed his backside for 6 V2 years now. They deserve whatever they get. But the American people deserve bet­ ter. It's time for Gonzales to go. Everybody seems to know that except George Bush. Susan Phillips Grounding globalism in the Southern landscape Is "globalism" a threat to the South, that special place where we live? Is it stealing our jobs and homogenizing our culture? Or, is it trans­ forming the South for the bet­ ter, raising our income levels, and bringing us a healthy di­ versity? UNC Chapel Hill anthro­ pology professor James Pea­ cock looks for answers to these questions in his new book, "Grounded Globalism: How the U.S. South Embraces the World." In short, he asserts that the South, because of its his­ tory and culture, can respond to the challenges of increas­ ing global interconnectivity more positively and success­ fully than other regions of the U.S. To understand how he comes to this conclusion, we have to understand what the word "globalism" means. "Glo­ balism" and a related word, "globalization," deal with the degree of the world's in­ terconnectivity. In Thomas Friedman's framework they relate to the extent to which "The World is Flat." But these are fairly new terms- still not found in some dictionaries. Also, the terms are sometimes used interchangeably. So, there are differences of opin­ ion and some confusion about the terms' meanings. Peacock says "globaliza­ tion" is a process "moving to­ ward worldwide connectivity." "Globalism," he says, "is a perspective emphasizing, perhaps favoring, g l o b a l connec­ tions." P e a ­ cock ack n o w l ­ e d g e s that the South is a special, even a peculiar, part of the U.S. In fact, having grown up in the Deep South, he shares the outspoken re­ gional pride of many South­ erners. "The South is a place; the north is just a direction," he says, repeating a quote from Roy Blount Jr. Acknowledging that the South has seen itself as sepa­ rate from, and even in opposi­ tion to, the rest of the country, he maintains that the region and its people may be well equipped to accommodate the accelerating pace of globaliza­ tion. "Of all the Americans, the Southerner is the most at home in the world," Peacock quotes the late James McBride Dabbs, "Or at least in the South, which, because of its very at-homeness, he is apt to confuse with the world." This comfort level, Peacock explains, extends beyond a Southerner's immediate sur­ roundings. So a Southerner is likely to be comfortably wher­ ever he or she is, wherever in the world. Peacock reminds his read­ ers that globalism is not sim­ ply a new feature of Southern life. From colonial times un­ til the Civil War, the South was "international." Most of its people were immigrants from Europe and Africa. Its international trading part­ ners helped make its thriving ports centers of culture that were more that simply South­ ern. After the Civil War, the South earned a reputation as inward looking, backward in dealing with its dual racial situation, and resistant to all changes, not just those forced from "outsiders." The increased pace of glo­ balization has opened the door for change, and, in some cases forced important trans­ formations. New waves of im­ migrants from Latin America and Asia have moved us from "dualism" in race (blackwhite) to pluralism (blackwhite-Latino-Asian-etc.) As Southerners find them­ selves more and more con­ nected to the world, their op­ position to and defensiveness about other U.S. regions melts away. When they focus on in­ tegrating into a world system, they do not think so much about how bad the North is. Even the Southerners' spe­ cial sense of place ("that is tied to the defense of territories and the affirmation of man­ hood, womanhood, and family values") changes. In response to global pressures, the South­ erners' places become "force fields" like the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta. But even as global forces transform the South, some of its special nature holds on and transforms the globalism. "Globalism is grounded," writes Peacock, "even as it transforms that ground." Peacock says he was led to write the book as he noticed "what is happening around me." He fills his book with personal observations about his home region to illustrate the paradigm shift our region is experiencing—and the im­ plications. His wonderful stories of real Southerners entertain his readers while they help him explain his concept of "grounded globalism." In the same book, Peacock gives au­ thoritative comfort for those of us who hope that the South can accommodate itself to a globalized world and, at the same time, hold on to the best of the traditions that make it special. D.G. Martin is the host of UNC-TVs North Carolina Bookwatch, which airs Fridays at 9:30 p.m. and Sundays at 5 p.m. www.unctv.org/ncbookwatchl. Check his blog and view prior programs at www. unctv.org/ncbookwatch / This week's (August 10, 12) guest is Joanna Catherine Scott, author of "The Road from Chapel Hill," a novel set in North Carolina during the Civil War and focusing on characters who supported the Union side. �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 5A FRIDAY, AUGUST 10, 2007 FROM THE FRONT Dancin' Debbies to hold Start dreaming today! registration next week by Maria Cllley (Flylady) Dancin' Debbies will hold registration for new and re­ turning dancers on Thursday, Aug. 16 from 3 to 7 p.m. The studio is located in the Little's Health and Fitness building on Radio Hill in West Jeffer­ son. Classes begin the first week of September. For more information or to register by phone, call the studio at 8468373. Dancin' Debbies offers classes in tap, jazz, ballet, hiphop, clogging, lyrical, Irish, and pom-pom. Classes are avail­ able for dancers of all levels, from beginner to advanced. Dancers ages 3 to adult are invited. Competitive and recre­ ational classes are offered. Dancin' Debbies competitive dance teams have earned hun­ dreds of regional and national recognitions. Just this year, Dancin' Debbies earned mul­ tiple platinum dance awards and several first-place fin­ ishes at competitions across the state. Recreational class­ es perform for local nursing home residents, as well as at SpringFest, Christmas in July Festival, and the annual recit­ al held at Ashe Civic Center. Dancin' Debbies is the home of the "Wee Be Huskies" pom­ pom squad, which performs during half-time at a Huskies game every year. Dancin' Debbies has provid­ ed top-quality dance instruc­ tion in Ashe County for nearly 30 years. The studio empha­ sizes building self-confidence and a love for dance while teaching proper technique and stage presence in a fun envi­ ronment. Anyone interested in registering for classes should drop by the studio during reg­ istration, call the studio or call Little's Health and Fitness Center at 846-7474. Registra­ tion fee is $25 along with the first month's class fees. 5. town will cooperate with the team and commit­ tees to develop a community vision and plan of action; 6. town will implement the plan to action to the full­ est extent possible; and 7. town will develop and actively participate in local and regional partner­ ships and networks and share resources and information gained through the program with other communities in the region. A public meeting will be held in September to formal­ ly announce the designation for West Jefferson and begin planning for participation. "It is a real honor to be cho­ sen for this," said West Jeffer­ son Town Manager Greg McGinnis. Mayor Dale Baldwin said the program would be very beneficial to the town. Since completing the dem­ onstration project, the North Carolina Street Center has added over 44 states to the Main Street network and has assisted over 1,200 active com­ munities nationally. Having "graduated" from the demon­ stration program, North Caro­ lina has continued to offer the Main Street program to cities and towns throughout the state and now provides direct assistance to 57 Main Street communities and indirect as­ sistance to countless others. and helping them with their financial needs." As he begins his retire­ ment from banking, Elliott plans to enjoy more time traveling with his wife Bronda. They have family outside the area; daughter Sandy Taylor with three sons in South Carolina, and son Randy Elliott in Greensboro with a daughter and son. And he will enjoy more time on the golf course along with his Christmas tree farm. He is a mem­ ber of the Ashe County and North Carolina Christmas Tree Associations and has made many friends there by helping fellow growers with their banking needs. Larry is a also a member of Gideons International, and he and Bronda attend Bald Mountain Baptist Church. Town continued from front page son Board of Aldermen, and a resolution was adopted as an agreement by the town to abide by conditions of the Small Town Main Street pro­ gram including: 1. town will actively participate for at least one year; 2. town will designate a contact person in the com­ munity for the technical as­ sistance team; 3. town will assist in organizing a volunteer com­ mittee to provide focus for the program; 4. town will support the committees and teams in con­ ducting a community assess­ ment; Elliott continued from front page trail. Everything was done on a local basis back then. We didn't have interstate commerce. And credit cards were just coming around." While banking may seem like big money business-, El­ liott describes it more as a people business. "That's a big part of it," he said. "People bank with people instead of banks. I have en­ joyed getting to know people Many of us have wonderful ideas and in our sidetracked state don't know o r don't take the time to follow through with them. They languish in our hot spots and lay guilt trips in our minds because we haven't taken the time to take our idea and run with it. I think it is be­ cause we have a home that is weighing us down and keeping us from FLYing! When our homes have us tied down we can't and won't ex­ pand our vision to our creativity. We say, "I DON'T HAVE TIME!" because we know how we can get and that scares us. This is because in the past when we have run with an idea we have allowed every­ thing around us to slide. We have a hard time when we allow this creativity to run amuck. It is our obsessive/com­ pulsive personalities that just want to have fun creating. We forget about everything else that needs to be done. I want you to have the best of both worlds. I want you to get your routines done so you will have the freedom to create without feeling like the weight of the world is holding you down! Routines are not straight jackets! They are frameworks to hold us up so we can do what we really want to do! When our routines are done we can FLY to heights that we have never even dreamed of. Now I am beginning to puddle up! If I had not established my routines I would not have been able to become FlyLady. My house would be yelling at me all the time. Who are you to think about writing? You haven't done the dishes from last night! I don't ever have to hear those voices again! Be­ cause my house is company Festival and the Rubber Band. Eric's dream has been to become a Country Music Performer. H is new CD, Why Not Today debuted last week. We are so proud of him for taking the babysteps needed to fol­ low his dream. Check out his website and listen to his some of his www. music. EricDodge.com Ryan ended his concert with his touching song, Dream Big! Why Not Today dream big! You never know if those God Breezes are going to take you further than your dreams; they did for me! Dream Big and just see what the world has in store for you! Your routines allow you the pleasure of Dreaming Big with­ out feeling guilty! Why Not Today! Start your dreaming. The journey is so much fun and has been made possible by getting rid of the negative voices and re­ placing them with routines and positive effective actions. We like to call those babys­ teps! some­ times this is all w e get when we have little chil­ dren and homes to care for. It is the taking of these 15 min­ For more help getting rid utes that keeps our passion in our minds and gives us a of your CHAOS; check out reward for taking care of the her website and join her free things that need to be done in mentoring group at www.FlyLady.net or her book, Sink Re­ our homes. Whatever your passion is; flections published by Bantam take a few minutes each day and her New York Times Best to reflect upon it! You can do Selling book, Body Clutter anything for 15 minutes. Even published by Fireside. Copy­ have a little fun dreaming. right 2007 Maria Cilley Used This past weekend our friend by permission in this publica­ Eric Dodge and his band tion. opened up for Ryan Shupe Now in Digital Sound SHOWTIME Sun-Thurs 7PM Only ErL & Sat 7. &JTPM itinued from front page x, along with his wife zy, founded the popular sic venue, "The New River lest known for her songting, Ola Belle wrote over i hundred songs including, gh on a Mountain," "I've lured" and "The Leading e." She is the recipient the National Endowment the Arts National Herie Award, was honored by Smithsonian Institute, gived an honorary doctorfrom the University of ryland, and was recently ucted into the Washington >a Musicians Hall of Fame her contributions to Appatiian Traditional Music, rhe festival will be held at American Legion Memol Ball Field and Old Lang School at 9710 N. Highy 194 in Lansing. Schedule Friday, Aug. 17 Ola Belle's Birthday Bash 1 Festival Kick-Off Admis$p ready and so am I! I am FREE to FLY and create my passion for life! And best of all! I can teach you how to find your passion too! 6 m, Ola Belle Reed nily and Friends 24 Hour 1 Time Pickin' Session Be gins (going for the Guinness Book of World Records) 7 p.m.: Elkville String Band 8 p.m.: Grayson Highlands Band 9 p.m.: Fireworks Display; 24 Hour Pickin' Session con­ tinues in Old Lansing School Due to lack of participa­ tion, the banjo and fiddle con­ tests have been cancelled. Saturday, Aug. 18 10 a.m.-10 p.m.: Music, food and crafts all day at the American Legion Ball Field. Admission $15. 24 hour pickin' ends at 6pm in the Old Lansing School 10 a.m.: Mark Brine 11 a.m.: Rock Bottom Bluegrass Noon: Wolfe Brothers 1 p.m.: Pole Cat Creek ^ P.m.: Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer 3 p.m.: Demolition String Band 4 p.m.: Blue Ridge Round­ ers 5 p.m.: Dan Paisley and the Southern Grass 6 p.m.: White Top Moun­ tain Band ARE YOU READY TO BECOME A HOME OWNER??? 7 p.m.: Tim O'Brien 8 p.m.: Old Time Jam Ses­ sion Workshops will be held on Saturday, Aug. 18 at the Old Lansing School, an Historic WPA Building. 11:30 a.m.: Banjo-David Reed and Boo Reiners 12:30 p.m.: Guitar-Mark Brine 1:30 p.m.: Fiddle-Tim O'Brien 2:30 p.m.: Mandolin-Victor Evdokimoff 3:30 p.m.: SongwritingLaurelyn Dossett and Kari Sickenberger Sunday, Aug. 19 wil| fea­ ture a worship service and afternoon music. Admission is $5. 11 a.m.: Non-Denomina­ tional Worship Service with Ola Belle Reed Family and Friends Noon: Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer 1 p.m.: DJ and Randy Sheets 2 p.m.: Blue Ridge Round­ ers 3 p.m.: Chris Testerman and Friends 4 p.m.: Randy Paisley, Steve Lewis, Scott Freeman, Josh Scott 5 p.m.:Jeff Little and Steve Lewis 6 p.m.: Tim O'Brien 7 p.m.: Bluegrass Jam Ses­ sion and Ola Belle Reed Fam­ ily Farewell Schedules are subject to change. This is a non-profit event to benefit Greater Lansing Area Development (G.L.A.D). Visit www.olabellefest.com for details and ticket informa­ tion or call Beth Rembert at 336-384-5716. . IrHrHnlnlnfnipTlnlnlnlnici a |EJG1G1G Theatre One The Bourne Ultimatum I PG-13 Theatre Two Rush Hour 3 PG-13 ON YOUR SIDE We Cover the Front Door, Back Door and Everything in Between. To find out more about our homeowners insurance — Call me... Stop by... Log on - it's your choice! 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He earned his secondstraight American Coaches Association National Coach of the Year award in 2006. In 18 seasons at App, Moore has compiled a 154-68 record, making him the winningest coach in SoCon history. As a native of Bonham, Texas, Moore was an all-state performer on the gridiron and earned 14 varsity letters in four sports at Bonham HS, where he is a member of the Hall of Fame. Before begin­ ning his coaching career, he finished among the nation's top 10 in receptions as wide receiver at Baylor from 195860. He graduated from Bay­ lor with a degree in finance and economics in 1961. He is an active and wellrespected member of the American Football Coaches Association and is also ac­ tive in various church and civic groups. A devoted fam­ ily man and active member of the High Country community, Moore is married to the for­ mer Margaret Starnes, also a Baylor alum. They have three children and six grandchil­ dren. Pastor Lawrence Goodman invites everyone to attend. 6 6^ <zHom£cominq Take this Bible quiz "at Baldwin Community Church Hwy 194 S, Todd by Wilson Casey C e . G o R o o n C u fa P f i m (former Ashe County native, also connected to the "glory days" of the former Todd Campmeeting) 1. Is the book of Darius in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. What prophet was trapped at a wall by an angel with drawn sword? Daniel, Balaam, Jeremiah, Nathan 3. In Proverbs 21:17, he that loveth wine and oil shall not be ... ? Pure, Blamed, Liked, Rich 4. From Genesis 37:3, who had a coat of many colors? Abraham, Goliath, Adam, Joseph 5. What Hebrew woman became Queen of Persia? Sarah, Esther, Deborah, Ruth 6. From Judges 10:2, how many years did Tola judge Israel? 1, 7, 23, 110 Rev. Pulliam (formerly Phillips) has ministered over 30 years and is an anoimtal speaker, singer & musician. She presently serves the Lord in the Wesleyan Church & resides in Greensboro, N.C. Everyone is invited, especially those who remember her thru the former Todd Campmeeting Years! Wilson Casey's "Do You Know Your Bible? A Fun Quiz on the Good Book" (Sourcebooks, $5.95) has just been published. (c) 2007 King Features Synd., Inc. £Z (9 Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA Pastor George Norris 246-2979 (g Iqdosop (p fipig (g lunmiug (3 fjatfliaN (I :SH3MSNV Assembly of God Church Bald Mtn. Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman Beaver Creek Christian Church Big Flatts Baptist Church Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. Pastor, Chris Cox West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p. m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! Baldwin Community Church 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Pastor: Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 Visit With Us This Sunday Corner of Faw-Roland & McNeil Sis • Jefferson (88 West - I.eft on McNeil. One Block) Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship -10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship II:00 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00p.m. 220 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson, NC SUNDAY, AUGUST 12,11:00 AM FELLOWSHIP MEAL TO FOLLOW WORSHIP SERVICE Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2042 1549 Hwy. 194 South - Todd (I mi. off Hwy 221) SUNDAY- Sunday School 10:00AM Worship II :00AM and 6:00PM MONDAY - Community Care 6:00PM (Prayer <6 Outreach) WEDNESDAY• Family Niglit 7:00PM (AH ages) (Missions Ministry. Van Ministry: Then Time) "A Church focused - on faith, family <6 the futare" 1460 Bald Mm. Rd.. West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service - 11:00am Sunday Evening Worship - 7:00pm Wednesday Evening - 7:00pm Baldmountainchurch.org Email: Baldmountain @skybest.com Fleetwood, NC Jim Dawes, Minister Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Service 6:30p.m. Bethany United Methodist Church Blue Ridge Worship Center Church of Christ at West Jefferson Cornerstone Fellowship 336-877-2801 Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 Barnett St. • West Jefferson Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church 495 Highway 194 South Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs 846-3954 Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday School -10:00 am Sunday Worship Service - 221 BarnettSt., (Off Buck Mtn. Road) Doug Frazier, Minister Sun. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship 11:00 a.m. Non-Denominational Deep l7ord Rd., Lansing Sunday School at 10:00.a.m. Worship at 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00 p.m. Sunday Worship 11. 00 a.m. "And He led them as far as to Bethany... and He blessed them" l.uke24:50 Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Bible Study Saturday Night 7:00 p.m. "Join us in worship to Christ' 846-5615 Church Office or 846-5616 Preacher 's Residence Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 11.00 a.m. Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Sunday Evening Worship 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study 6:45PM Friendship Baptist Church 891 Friendship Baptist Church Rd JclTcrson, Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 Sunday Morning Worship 8:30AM and 11:00AM Family Time - 9:30AM Sunday School-10:00AM Casual & Contemporary F.vening Worship 6:00 p.m. 11. 00 am & 6:00 pm Services cn Espanol Sabados a las - 6:00PM Gases dc ESL Servicios a las - 7:00PM NC Rev. David Grinnell • 982-2080 Sunday School - 9:t)l) a.m. Sunday Worship Services • 10:00a.m. Sunday Evening Services - 6:00 p m. Wednesday1 EveningSendee - 7:00p.m. Healing Springs Baptist Church Worship & Praise 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Robert St. off Bare (Church) 846-9378 Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 7:00p.m. Wednesday Evening Service' 7:00p.m "A Life Worth Living!" Jefferson United Methodist Church Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor 9178 Old Hwy. 16 - Grumpier. NC 115 East Main St., Jefferson, NC (336) 246-9512 Sunday School - 10:00A.M. Sunday Morning WorshipService-11:00A.M. Sunday Evening Worship Service - 7:00P.M. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00P.M. Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Rev. Keith Casey 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson, NC (336) 246-4764 9:45 a. m. Sunday • Sunday School 11:00 am Sunday • Worship Service 6:30p.m. Sunday - Sunday Night Service 6:00 p.m. Monday - EE. A.M. 10:00 a m. Tuesday • Joy in the Morning 7:00 p.m. Wednesday • Prayer Meeting 9:00 a.m. Early Worship 9:45 a.m. -Sunday School for all ages 11:00 a.m. - Formal Worship Service Church: 982-9210-Pastor. 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience. We would love to have you come worship with us. SL Francis of Assisi Catholic Church North Beaver Baptist Parish of the Holy Communion "Loves you and wants you (Episcopalian) 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh to fellowship with us even Sunday!" Sunday School -10:00 a.m. 846-7481 Main & Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass - 9:00 Saturday Evening Mass 5:OOnt English & 7:00fM Spanish Weekday Morn. Mass - Call for times St. Mary's Church West Jefferson 8:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Service - 7:00 p.m. Smethport Independant Baptist Church Come as you are. you will he loved" Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00 p.m. We invite you to join us for a God centered, family worshipping experience. Warrensville United Methodist Church Office Phone: 336-9H2-94I0• Rev. banie Jones• Pastor Nursery provided for all services Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarenc Friendly Grove Baptist Church Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church Billy Robinson - Pastor Adult Sunday School • 9:30AM Childrens Sunday School -10:00 AM Worship' 11:00 AM Pastor James T. Sechrest AM 192 Church Street 336-846-2429 194 and 88 West, Smethport, NC Sunday School 9:45 a.m. • Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Niglu Services 6:30p.m. Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m. Missions Building by Faith Promise 336-384-3391 AM Sunday School ~ 10:00 AM Worship ~ 9:00 Visitors become family Hwy. 163 West Jefferson Pastor Rick Miller Morning Worship -11:00 a.m. Seventh-Day Adventist Church of Warrensville Pastor: Kevin Morgan ffff 336-667-6092 Saturday Services: Bible School - 10:00 AM Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Phone - 982-3076 Welcome Home Baptist Church i f S Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM West Jefferson United Methodist Church Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Sunday School • 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship«11:00AM Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4th) • 7:00PM Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Children's Church and Nursery Provided Youth Services - Sunday • 6:00PM Van lYansportation Available We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! Pastor Home: 336-384-3188 • Ceil: 336-977-1009 www.wjumc.net To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 mm Corner of Hwy. ridOTT 221 & Cherry St. EXTERMINATING PlSQ^I Jefferson -Hut Termite & Pest Control 246-6077 HUMPHREY MASONRY 5UPPLY. INC. 141 Lyalls Lane, Jefferson, NC (Just off Ashe Park Road) Open Mon-Fri • 7am-5pm 336-902-9621 Sears 246-7131 203 East 1" Street • West Jefferson, NC Convenient 7 Days A Week WlDNEB (JOKSMTION Commercial and Residential P() Box 972 • West Jefferson, NC 246-4222 Mountain Aire Seafood & Steakkouse Bottling Company West Jefferson 246-4591 Builders Supply "Complete Line of Building Supplies" Old Hwy. 221-S, Beaver Creek • West Jefferson VANNOY CONST II UCTION - Glendale Springs, N.C. • 336-982-3060 DODGE • CHRYSLER • JEEP JjgjJ jggji 502 Jefferson Ave. • 336-246-8806 BILL HART CONSTRUCTION Jefferson, NC All Types Dozer Work Hauling &Trackhoe Work Home: 336-246-HART (4278) We Offer LP Gas • Gas Heaters Fire Logs • Cooking Equipment BLUERiDGE electric nxt-nxtn-rvhip corp. Auto Express Kwik Lube, Inc. Owner Manager • David Miller 608 W. Main Sireel • Jefferson, NC • 246-5945 JEFFERSON POST Jefferson, NC 336-246-7101 203 South Second Ave. West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.jeffersonpost.com 336-846-7164 Fax: 336-846-7165 . 19 ivwio.ashemcnlorial.org . 739 US Hwy 221 Bus West Jefferson 246-9969 A CITGO Your Full Service (HI Company The Jewel Shoppt 785 East Main Street The Mountain Village Shopping Cent Jefferson, NC Call 848-9241 ASHE Corn CHEESE l>y Our Mounialn CHedder Cheese 8nd Our Fresh Ctrarned Butler 106 E. 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King Street • Boone 828-264-0439 or 800-452-0343 PPG Paints 3-M Products UUtil Billy Blcvins • Tommy Little Pollard Glass KUBOFO 0 fJaone Ktdxofa, 9ac CARDINAL LANES Family Fun Center jBf Jig "Church Croups Welcome" Discounted Rates HP '87 Hwy 221, West Jefferson 336-246-7077 Evenings We Build Your Home c>[ l yD The Way You Want It HOM1"s www.classichomes Intersection US 221 & NC 163 • 1620 NC 163-E Wcsi JclTcrson. NC • 336-246-3600 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, AUGUST 10, 2007 PAGE 7A COMMUNITY EVENTS Ashe County Little Theatre to present 'Greater Tuna' Friday AUQI August 10 >.m.: Gi 5-8 p.m.: Gallery Crawl in downtown West Jefferson. Open house at galleries and studios, refreshments and music. No charge. 5-9 p.m.: Ashe County Farm­ ers Market Nite Time on the Backstreet in West Jefferson. Enjoy live entertainment while you shop for locally home­ grown and handmade items. Market is open every Wednes­ day and Saturday from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. tertainment. Admission is $8 adults, $5 students. Call 846ARTS for information. 6 p.m.: Benefit Singing for Jerry (Bud) Jones at Greens Chapel Baptist Church. Singers will be Kathy May and Pauline Hart, The Shady Grove Singers, and Shining for Jesus. Everyone is welcome. The church is locat­ ed on Silas Creek Road. 7:30 p.m.: Coffee House Talent Night at Jefferson Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. Music, Stories and more. $8 adults, $5 students. 336-846-ARTS Jefferson across from Ashe Services for Aging. Pastor Chuck Call and the congrega­ tion invite you to attend. Call 336-846-1189 for more infor­ mation. 7 p.m.: Rev. Denton Hart will be the guest speaker at Temple Baptist Church. The pastor, Rev. Glenn Woodie, and the congregation invite everyone to attend. There will be a special singing. Monday August 13 Fairgrounds, Hwy. 21, Sparta. Gates open at 5 p.m. Sunday August 12 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Garden Club meets the sec­ ond Monday of each month Calvary Free Will Baptist Church is having Homecoming Central Baptist Church of Mountain City, Tenn. will be hosting the 2nd Annual Johnson County Youth Rally on August 10-12, 2007. The on Aug. 12 with the original Spencers, J.B. and Barbara, performing a special concert. The pastor and congregation invites everyone to attend. Taylor Reunion will be held at the Graham/Nella Community Building in Big Horse Creek after decoration at Taylor Cemetery. at 6:00. The August meeting on August 13 will be at a local home and there will be a tour of the gardens. A covered dish dinner will be served. Members are asked to bring a favorite dish. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 8773299. 6:30 p.m.: Open Youth Horse Show at Alleghany County theme for this year's rally will be "TRANSFORMERS FOR CHRIST' (Rom. 12:1-2). We will begin with a worship service on Friday evening at 7:00 p.m. On Saturday, our service will begin at 10:00 a.m. with lunch being served after the morning ser­ vice. Games and fun activities will be taking place all afternoon and we will have the evening service beginning at 6:00 p.m. Sunday services will be held at 10:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. There will be special singing by the youth choir and others during each of the services. Preachers for the meeting will include Bro. Frank Stanley, pastor of Calvary Baptist Church; Bro.Terry Steele, pastor of Heavenly Light Baptist Church; Bro. Tony Shirley, pastor of New Manna Baptist Church in Marion, NC; Bro. Ray Branch, pastor of Evergreen Baptist Church, Trade, TN and Bro. Rick Thomason, pastor of Central Baptist Church, Mtn. City, Tn. All area pastors, youth pastors/ leaders, and youth are invited to these special services. Saturday August 11 8 a.m.-2 p.m.: Mount Paddy Church Youth will have a car 10:30 a.m.: Blue Ridge Baptist Church announces Homecoming. Lunch will be served on the grounds. All mem­ bers and former members and friends of Blue Ridge Baptist Church are invited to attend. Rev. Jerry Francis Pastor wel­ comes you. 10:30 a.m.: Landmark Baptist Church will have Homecoming service. Speaker will be Rev. Roger Blevins from Faith Chapel in Deep Gap. There will be special singing. A covered dish lunch will follow in the fellowship hall. The pastor Rev. Charles McCoy and congregation invite everyone to attend. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek Community. 11 a.m.: Transou United Methodist Church in Laurel Springs will have their annu­ al Homecoming celebration. Special music will be presented by Georgia Donour and a cov­ ered dish dinner will follow the worship service. The congre­ gation and Pastor Rob Brooks invite everyone to attend. 9:30 a.m.: Baldwin Reunion 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Weaver Family Reunion at Weaver Cemetery on Teaberry between Warrensville and Lansing. All at Whitetop Fire Hall (US58) at 9:30 to 3:00; covered dish at 1 p.m. contact Irene Baldwin at 410-939-2395 or ibaldi@comcast.net. descendants of Rev. Hiram Weaver are invited to attend. Lunch will be at 12:30 p.m. Please bring a covered dish to share. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: Free school supplies, food and fun at Grassy Creek Baptist Church. 11 a.m.: 66th Homecoming at Baldwin Community Church, wash and bake sale at AutoZone in West Jefferson. Kids need to bring their school supply list and invite a friend. Hwy 194S, Todd. Rev. Evon Pulliam will speak. Fellowship meal to follow worship service. 4 - 9 p.m.: Beaver Creek Class of '62 Class Reunion p.m.: 2 Smethport at Mountain Aire Seafood in Glendale Springs. For more information call 877-1046 or 246-9988. Robert Dollar will be the speak­ er. Everyone please attend. 4-7 p.m.: Ashe Schools of Home Education will hold a Welcome/Kick-Off with Sci­ see the improvements. ence Fair, annual elections, sign up for classes and book sale at the Ashe Baptist Camp­ ground. Take U.S. 221 South near the Fleetwood Center turn onto Paul Goodman Road and follow signs to the campground. Bring a covered dish to share and a drink, along with used home school books and sup­ plies for sale. Come and learn more about home schooling. For more information, contact Steven Clark at turkeydoc@ skybest.com or call 877-2516. Devotional by Rev. Ken Howell. Everyone is welcome. 7:30 p.m.: Coffee House Tal­ ent Night at Jefferson Meth­ odist Church fellowship hall. Music, stories and more en­ Decoration at Cemetery. Rev. 2 p.m.: Decoration at ScottBlevins Cemetery. Come and 2 p.m.: Decoration at Weaver Cemetery on Teaberry Rd. 2 p.m.: Osborne decoration on Soup Bean Branch Road. 6 p.m.: Bristol Baptist Church: Still Blessed will be singing for us. 6 p.m.: Bristol Baptist Church will have a special singing with Still Blessed singing. Pastor, Rev. Billy Joe Blevins and con­ gregation welcome you. 6 p.m.:The Ashe County Wor­ ship Center will be holding a revival camp meeting begin­ ning today and then Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday at 7 p.m. The church is located off the Ray Taylor Road in West Tuesday August 14 7 pm: Join Cub Scouts! Cub Scout Pack 214 is starting a NEW Scout year & we're invit­ ing YOU to be part of the FUN! Come for information and sign­ up at Westwood Elementary in the cafeteria. For boys grades 1 -5. Wednesday August 15 10-11 a.m.: Hard of Hearing People: Their Experiences and Techniques for Communication will be pre­ sented by Cynthia Harmon, a Hard of Hearing specialist with the N.C. Division for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. Learn communication techniques to help people avoid the problems caused by hearing loss. $10 which will provide a hot dog dinner and a chance at a Stephen Shoemaker print, a gift certificate from Michael's 102 North, or a gift from Ana Maria's Gift Shop. Rep. Cullie Tarleton will conduct an auction. Children under 12 admitted free. Tickets can be purchased at the door or call Melba Jones at 846-9068 or Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. Riverview Lions Club invites everyone to their 9th annual Festival by the River. A day of family fun, Pig Pickin', Crafts and Entertainment, Music all day. New River Rubber Ducky Race (begins at 2 p.m.) $1000 to the first place winner, 5 additional $100 prizes. Winning ducks to be drawn, you don not have to be present to win! Located at Riverview Community Center, 11719 NC Hwy 88 W. Near Rich Hill Rd. in Creston. Noon: Blue Ridge Birders will have its 10th anniversary pic­ nic and meeting at Jim and Alice Keighton's home. All persons who are interested in birding are invited to join the group for a pot luck luncheon at noon. Those interested in birding before the picnic should plan to arrive at 10 a.m. For directions and fur­ ther information, contact Jim at 336-373-5908, Peter Zwadyk at 982-8062 or brbirders@skybest. com. 4-7 p.m.: Bethany United Methodist Church will hold their annual fall pork barbe­ cue. The meal will consist of fresh pork barbecue, coleslaw, baked beans, and dessert. The cost of the meal is $7.00 for adults and $5.00 for children under 12. Food will be served in the fellowship hall from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. Call 877-2801 for advance tickets and more infor­ mation. Sunday August 19 11 a.m.- noon and 1-3 p.m.: Hearing screenings will be conducted at the library by a trained and licensed DSDHH audiologist and are designed to indicate if a person might have a hearing loss. Thursday August 16 11 a.rh.-4 p.m.: American Red Cross will hold a blood drive at the National Guard Armory in Jefferson. Friday August 17 1:30 - 4:30 p.m.: Organic Crops Rotation Workshop at the Upper Mountain Research Station in Laurel Springs. With a focus on "Organic Tomato Production and Farmscape Plantings for Beneficial Insect Habitat." Call 219-2650 for in­ formation. Saturday August 18 Decoration at the Johnson Family Cemetery. You are invited to come by anytime that day to show your respect. The Cemetery is located at the Hartsog Farm on Hwy 88 West in Creston. Everyone is Welcome! Riverview Primitive Baptist Church cemetery. Church ser­ Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary vices to begin at 10:30 a.m. Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church will be having their revival August 19-22 with Dr. Clayton Cloer, the Senior Pastor from First Baptist Church of Central Florida. Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church invites everyone to come and be blessed through music and praise as Bro. Clayton Cloer brings us a message that is sure to revive your hearts! Wednesday August 22 5:30 p.m.: Course in the fun­ damentals of real estate starts tonight at the Ashe Campus of Wilkes Community College. Phil Lewis is the instructor for the class, which will run through Dec. 17. For more infromation, call 846-2078. Saturday August 25 Ashe County Little Theatre presents Greater Tuna. This hilarious comedy features an eclectic band of citizens por­ trayed by only two performers. You will want to be part of the audience as Robbie Franklin and Tom Fowler bring the men, women, children and even ani­ mals of Tuna, Texas to the Civic Center stage. Evening shows will be offered on August 24, 25, 31, and September 1, with curtain at 7:30 nightly. Two Sunday matinees will be offered on August 26 and September 2, with curtain at 2:00. Reserved seating for Greater Tuna is avail­ able in advance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students; they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. Poker Run to support Trade VFD. For more information, call 423-727-5488. (Supplemental Food WIC Program for Women Infants and Children): If you are a pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum woman, infant, or child less than five years of age, and meet certain eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the WIC Program. WIC is a special supplemental food program that provides individually prescribed packages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program or know someone who does; contact 246-2013. Disabled American Veterans will have BINGO on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the Month at Family Central on the Ashe Central High School Rd. In Jefferson at 7 p.m.. There will be food available at the Morning Star Cafe'. For more informa­ tion call 336-982-3743. fZEGAL CINEMAS A R r.G A L t N l f c R T A I R H E N T G R O U P C O M P A K Y DIG = DIGITAL SOUND BARGAIN SHOWS IN () * Pass / Discount Ticket Restrictions Apply REGAL 7 210 New Market St Center 828-262-3800 800-FANDANGQ 254* RUSH HOUR 3 (PG-13) OtG• (1200 215)430 720 940 DADDY DAY CAMP (PG) DK3(1210 225) 440 730 945 HOT ROD (PG-13) DIG 410 1010 THE BOURNE ULTIMATUM (PG-13) DIG * (100) 400 700 935 NO RESERVATIONS (PG) DIG (1250) 420 710 1000 THE SIMPSONS MOVIE (PG-13) DIG (1220 230)450 735 1005 HAIRSPRAY (PG) DIG (1240)705 HARRY POTTER & THE ORDER OF THE PHOENIX (PG-13) DIG T imes For 8/10 - 8/12 (1230)350 650 950 ©2007 www.REGmovlts com Ongoing Events Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4.45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment help fund the latest expansion of the cemetery can be made to: of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Mrs. Mildred Graybeal Charges are based on a Bx 2550 Big Laurel Rd. sliding fee scale by assessing Creston, NC 28615 income and number in family. Decoration at Brown Cemetery For information about our and Homecoming Day at Rich Hill Methodist Church. services or to enroll in a clinic Everyone is asked to bring a or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. picnic lunch which will be served at the church at noon. Preaching Appointments are needed for service will be at 2 p.m. follow­ all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every ing lunch. All former members, families and friends of Rich Hill day, Monday - Friday without Methodist Church are invited to appointments. Primary Care: Monday - Friday attend. Breast and Cervical Cancer First Annual Decoration at Donations for the upkeep and to 2 p.m.: The 121st Annual Meeting of the Ashe Baptist Association will be held August 1st Ilappv Birthday Maeic Miller! We love you so much! Love, Mom & Dad When you believe in silver linings, good things grow. 17 beginning at 2:00PM at Orion Baptist Church. This session will be hosted jointly with Orion and North Beaver Baptist Churches. On Saturday August 18 we will meet at Landmark Baptist Church at 9:00 a.m.. Scheduled to preach are Revs. Jack Miller, Art Eaton, Mac Arnold Jr and Chris Cox. All messengers, pas­ tors and friends of the Ashe Baptist Association are invited to attend. Optimism is a powerful state of mind. Believing every cloud has a silver lining. And when the rain does break through, well, knowing it's only there to help 5:30 p.m.: A campaign fundraising picnic will be held for Sen. Steve Goss at West Jef- things grow. Maybe this sounds surprising coming from a bank. Maybe you thought fersorr Town Park. Tickets are we were just about the numbers. Well, we absolutely know our math, but to be honest, our favorite calculation is the altitude of your dreams. 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Five years service: Tressie Winebarger, Mildred Mahaffey, Mamie Allen, Noblett. and Crystal Ten years service: Mary Treadway, Velma Jones, Helen Darnell, Phyllis Miller, Taylor. and Ruth Three long-serving CNAs: Geneva Black has served for 15 years, Mildred Rash has served for 15 years and Tommy Wallace has served for 20 years. Ashe Services for Aging P recently held an appreciation and recognition ceremony for Certified Nursing Assistants | (CNAs). Employees were ,P treated to an ice cream social, • Jl| flH§g|g "thank you" gifts, and certifi/,// cates for their years of service. Several employees were J, /: honored with anniversary gifts for reaching milestones ,//?' <!' in their careers. ^ 'loT "* These individuals are in- ^ strumental in providing outt standing care to the elderly and disabled adults in Ashe County. ASA Executive Direc». Jt, tor Jane Banks said, "I want to express my gratitude and dedication and compassion appreciation for the caring, that our nursing assistants professionalism, concern, provide to our clients." ASA's In-Home Services program was recently award­ ed accreditation status by the Accreditation Commission for Health Care, Inc. ACHC is a private, not-for-profit corporation certified to , ISO 9001:2000 standards and developed by home care and community-based providers to help companies improve business operations and qual­ ity of patient care. Referring to the value of accreditation, ACHC President Tom Cesar indicated, "The survey pro­ cess leads an organization to examine its policies and prac­ tices continually to clarify its strengths and improve its weaknesses." Temperature record falls at Grandfather GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN, NC -The high temperature reading of 79 degrees at Grandfa­ ther Mountain on Tues­ day, August 7, broke the daily high temperature record of 77 degrees set in 1980. Based on 51 years of weather reporting at Grandfather Mountain, the average high tem­ perature for the month of August is 68 degrees. The all time highest temperature ever re­ corded at the official US Weather Service report­ ing station located next to the Mile High Swinging Bridge on Grandfather Mountain was 83 degrees set August 22, 1983 and again on July 26, 2005. Tfltese animals aire available for afcftim iVtH'Imc! mule llu.skif. around 2 vrs I "n'sl / Beagle llii.V old: I'oiind in l{it(-<-noil Hollar Campefodiid & Mole Boxer mix Around 2 wars old Vround 10 wpfiji \oine is IVdro And old is lionsr I milled. «MU|| Mjile Pif Pull \round 5 monflis old only »0.00 lo • ' «S <»£ '"V'- I enisile pi Boxer .^iW^liWWHiiia.v^:, Male DSII thai is Male Boxer mix I emale Boxer Around 10 mix Around mix around 1 monflis weeks old 10 weeks old /Around 10 old. lie was found weeks old in Uesf Jefferson. ASHE ANIMAL CONTROL 982-4060 �Saturday, August 11 JV/Varsity Football Scrimmage hosted by Ashe County including Ashe, East Wilkes, and Fort Chiswell. The scrimmage will be held on the practice field. Monday, August 13 Fall Sports Parent/ Athlete Meeting held in ACHS Auditorium at 7 p.m. This week in Husky Sports Husky fall sports practice underway by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor ^ The 2007 Husky Fall Sports Season got under­ way this past week as teams started practicing on Mon­ day. Starting Monday eve­ ning, the Huskies' Men's Soc­ cer Team, Volleyball Team, Women's Tennis Team, Men's and Women's Cross Country Teams began practicing for the upcoming season. The year looks to be a prom­ ising season for the Huskies in multiple sports. The Foot­ ball team is returning this season following a Co-Cham­ pion season in the Mountain Valley Athletic Conference last year. The women's ten­ nis team is looking forward to another successful season with players returning that were a major benefit to the team last year. The volleyball teams have a talented group of women returning and have intentions of battling for the conference title this year. The men's soccer team is looking forward to a talented group of freshmen and sophomores to combine with nearly twenty returning players on the var­ sity and JV team, which cre­ ates an expectation for a good season. The cross-country teams have a talented group of runners, many of which participated on the 2007 MVAC Men's Track Cham­ pionship team and also the 2007 MVAC Women's Track Championship team. Continue to read the Jefferson Post for up to date Husky news and results! Post photo by Michael Graybeal Chase Smith (center), a rising junior on the Huskies varsity soccer team, is one of many returning players for the Huskies. I Post photo by Michael Graybeal lis week. Post photo by Michael Graybeal Jessica Walker plays a volley across the net while her teammates go up tor a block. Post photo by Michael Graybeal Coach Scott Grubb has stepped up to take the coaching position for the JV Volleyball Team during the fall season and then will also maintain coaching the JV Boys Basketball Team during the winter season. Post photo by Michael Graybeal The men's soccer teams work on their ball control during practice this week. Patrick Corazzo (near left), a senior member of the Huskies' soccer team looks to be a team leader in the upcoming season. league wins first ever race at WRP The Classic Gear Jammers put on another great show for the Fans Saturday night at WRP. It was an all Hull final in the Gear Jammer Race with Adam Hull bettering brother Will Hull in a wheel stand­ ing gear-grabin style that we have become accustom to see­ ing with the Gear Jammers. Top ET action was blazing hot with Kannapolifc based Erica Brown taking her sec­ ond Top ET win of the 07 sea­ son, Brown drove her 64 Ford Falcon to the win defeating Don Stevens in his 78 Mus­ tang. Both drivers had per­ fect reaction times and ran their dial in time dead on but Brown won by a small mar­ gin of .0006 seconds for her second ET victory of 2007. Mod ET winner was first time winner, Ron Teaque of Hilderbran, Ron turned 27 years old on race day and has patiently stood by helping his father of IHRA fame Frank Teaque for over 20 years. This was Rons' first ever event, and he won it in great style, defeating John Plott of Statesville which gives rea­ son to believe we have not seen the last of Ron Teaque. The Jr. Dragster Division saw Taylor South of Millers Creek take her third win of the season over Travis Yates, also of Millers Creek. The winner in the Top ET dash for cash was Robbie Bryden and Wayne Ward in Mod ET and in the Jr. Drag­ ster division it was Travis Yates. Drag Racing action con­ tinues Friday night with test and tune. Gates open at 6 p.m. and on Saturday, Drag Racing continues with the Empire Chrysler sponsored Points Series. The gates open at 4 p.m. with qualifying starting at 5 p.m. For further info call 973-RACE (7223) or wayparkcomW1 ^ ° ' ^ post photo RonTea9ue won the Mod ET courteSy 0f class on his 27th birthday in his first ever race this past weekend. Kevin Thome/Teammedia 1 �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, AUGUST 10, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Softball scores from Tuesday, August 7 Brickstone 15 defeated UPM 4 A.F./ Ashe Co. Builders 20 defeated LPB 0 Appalachian Utilities 13 defeated Liddle's Plumbing 3 Mountain Advantage 12 defeated Appalachian Utilities 2 ' 30 defeated Liddle's Plumbing 2 14 defeated UPM 9 Dr Pepper Rollin's Auto Softball Standings Wins Losses Played % Rollin's Auto 13 0 13 1.000 A.F./ Ashe County Builders 10 3 13 0.769 Dr Pepper 10 3 13 0.769 Mountain Advantage * 8 5 13 0.615 Brickstone Pizza * 7 6 13 0.538 Appalachian Utilities 4 8 12 0.333 UPM 4 9 13 0.308 11 13 0.154 13 13 0.000 0 Post photo by Michael Graybeal Bat Hilliard drives places himself in scoring position with this hit during Brickstone Pizza's 15-4 victory on Tuesday evening. * Denotes game under protest Schedule for August 14 and August 16 Tuesday- August 14 A Field 6:00 Mountain Advantage vs A.F./ Ashe County Builders 7:15 Brickstone Pizza vs Rollin's Auto 8:30 Appalachian Utilities vs UPM B Field 6:00 LPB vs Appalachian Utilities 7:15 UPM vs Liddle's Plumbing 8:30 Dr Pepper vs LPB Thursday- August 16 A Field 7:15 Liddle's Plumbing vs Dr Pepper Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest Winner We do not have a winner for this week's Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest. No one correctly chose the race winner, Kurt Busch. Thank you for all of your entries! Please play the Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest again next week! Jeff Peterson of Mountain Advantage gets a base hit with this at bat during Mountain Advantage's 12-2 victory over Appa­ lachian Utilities. Apps looking for 2007 Hardee's Kickoff Kids by Appalachian Sports Information BOONE, N.C. - Appalachian State University athletics is looking for kids ages 6-12 to be Hardee's Kickoff Kids this foot­ ball season. One child each week will he selected to be a Hardee's Kickoff Kid. Lucky winners will receive: • Hardee's Kickoff Kid t-shirt • Chance to stand on the sideline for the kickoff of a home game • Tickets lor family to attend the game • Autographed football To enter, have your parent fill out the following information and email it to stcvenssm@appstatc.edu. Children must be be- ASU single-game football ticket sales begin by Appalachian Sports Information August 4, 2007 - BOONE, N.C. - Single-game tickets for Appalachian State University football's six home games at Kidd Brewer Stadium this fall go on sale Tuesday, August 7. With Appalachian on pace for a record number of season tickets sold at The Rock, single-game tickets will be at a premium when they go on sale Tuesday at 9 a.m. Tickets can be purchased online at www.GoASU.com, by phone at (828) 262-2079 or in person at the ASU athletics ticket office in the Holmes Center. Tickets for premium home dates, including homecoming versus Gardner-Webb (Oct. 6), Black Saturday versus Georgia Southern (Oct. 20) and the Battle for the Old Mountain Jug versus Western Carolina (Nov. 10) cost $25, while seats for the home opener versus Lenoir-Rhyne (Sept. 8), Family Weekend versus Northern Arizona (Sept. 15) and the regular-season finale versus Chattanooga (Nov. 17) cost $20. Youth tickets for every game but homecoming are available for just $15. Single-game tickets for all Mountaineer road games, except the season opener at Michigan, can also be purchased through the ASU athletics ticket office. Ap­ palachian's allotment of tickets for the Sept. 1 opener at the "Big House" in Ann Arbor, Mich., ex­ cept for those being held for ASU students, have sold out in priority sales to Yosef Club donors. ASU students can purchase tickets for the Michigan game on a firstcome, first-serve basis beginning at 9 a.m. on Monday, August 20 at the Kidd Brewer Stadium tick­ et plaza. However, non-ASU students have the opportunity to get their hands on a pair of tickets to the ASU-Michigan showdown on Monday, Aug. 6 when WKBC 97.3 FM, the flagship station of the Appalachian ISP Sports Net­ work, and ASU athletics co-host the Mountaineer Preseason Tail­ gate Party at Builders Mart of Ashe in Jefferson, N.C. Fans are encouraged to stop by from 4-6 p.m. to register for various prize drawings through­ out the evening, including a pair of tickets for the season opener at Michigan. Yosef will be on hand and WKBC will provide refresh­ ments and special edition ASU football t-shirts to those in atten­ dance. Additionally, parents can register their children for the Ju­ nior Mountaineer Club and sea­ son tickets will be on sale. Builders Mart of Ashe is lo­ cated at the corner of Highways 221 and 16 in Jefferson. twccn the ages of 6-12 to enter. • Child's Name • Child's Age • Child's School • Parent/Guardian's Name • Address • City, State Zip • Phone Number • Email Afterschool programs Helping kids find the hero within. Let us know you want afterschool programs in your area. Call 1-800-USA-LEARN. £uJnJn&i/ 1PRA/SRA Lots of Nice Accessories, Wreaths, Lamps, Florals 30% - 50% Off Open Weekdays 9:30 - 5:00 • Saturday 9:30 - 2:00 mm Diversified Interiors & Accessories, Inc. Hwy 421 W. 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It is quickly becoming evident that humans need to be more environmentally minded.And the home is the perfect place to start being eco-friendly. Going green at home is one of the first steps a person can take to improve the environ­ ment. However, it is impor­ tant to point out that not all green practices are equal in terms of their impact on the earth. As "green" grows by leaps and bounds, a variety of industries and companies seem ready to climb on board the environmental train.Con­ sequently, consumers need to know how to separate the truth from the hype in order to make informed choices. What does "green" really mean? Consumers can get a bet­ ter idea of how environmen­ tally friendly a product is by paying attention to how the product is made and to what happens to the product af­ ter it is used. Many products contain recycled content, but if they are not recyclable, they could end up in the world's overflowing landfills. Consumers also should know that many recycled products are actually "downcycled," that is, they are recycled into a different type of product that could eventually go into a landfill. While both of these scenarios are better than not recycling at all, they are only "less bad" for the environ­ ment. However, a completely green solution exists: cradleto-cradle recycling. to-cradle is an important aspect of the company's ecoconscious program, the Shaw Green Edge®. And Shaw's Evergreen Nylon Recycling Cradle-to-cradle is a philos­ ophy that describes the con­ tinuous re-use of a product. The cradle-to-cradle recycling process takes a product after its useful life and recycles it back into the same product in an unending cycle. With cradle-to-cradle, products can be remade over and over again as long as consumers properly recycle them. In ad­ dition, there is potential for no waste since products can be reincarnated indefinitely with no need for disposal in a landfill. Many companies are adopt­ ing cradle-to-cradle practic­ es. Shaw Industries, one of the world's largest flooring manufacturers, has been a pioneer in eco-friendly floor­ ing products for more than 10 years - before going green became mainstream. Cradle- recycling efforts are designed to divert nearly 300 million pounds of carpet waste from landfills annually. Shaw is launching a postconsumer carpet collection program to facilitate Ever­ green's production. Consum­ ers can determine whether their carpet is recyclable by looking for a "recyclable" logo on Shaw's Anso® nylon and other nylon 6 products. Shaw's recyclable carpet is made from Type 6 nylon, the only post-consumer carpet fi­ ber in the residential market that can be broken down and recycled back into carpet re­ peatedly. Green Products: Both Fash­ ion-Forward and Forward Thinking Consumers do not have to compromise quality in or­ der to help the environment. Products made from cradleto-cradle practices continue to maintain their beauty and durability even after being remade multiple times. Shaw's Inspired Spaces recyclable carpet collection is an example of a cradle-tocradle product that is both fashion-forward and forward thinking. Inspired Spaces products can be recycled at Shaw's Evergreen facility; plus, they feature rich colors and trendy, multi-dimension­ al patterns like crocodile and houndstooth, so consumers do not have to sacrifice their personal design styles to be environmentally minded. These carpets help turn any room into an eco-friendly work of art. For more information on Shaw's green flooring prod­ ucts, visit www.shawfloors. com/recycle. FH079865 plant is making cradle-tocradle carpet recycling a re­ ality. The Evergreen Nylon Re­ cycling plant is the only op­ erating facility of its kind in the world. At Evergreen, post-consumer carpet waste is broken down and recycled into caprolactam pellets (the basic form of recyclable ny­ lon), which can be used to make new nylon carpet again and again without the loss of aesthetic or performance qualities. Cradle-to-cradle recycling is especially important in the carpet industry because car­ pet waste is a significant con­ tributor to landfills. Research has indicated that 4.6 billion pounds of carpet are sent to landfills each year represent­ ing about two percent of to­ tal landfill volume. Shaw's ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE ON FRIDAYS! Buy Your Home Today with 100% Financing & Absolutely No PMI (336) 982-6020 • • • • Business 336-246-2664 Minimum One Month Commitment or real estate or related businesses on Real Estate paves ONLY *PerRun Insurance (PMI) your monthly house payment can be reduced significantly or you may be able to afford a larger home? 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In lieu of oak, homeowners should consider more sustainable alternatives such as bamboo. Bamboo trees re-grow in less than three years, making them an ideal choice for flooring. If you'd prefer to go a different route, consider cork or recycled rubber as a source for flooring. • Cleaning materials: Cleaning your home can also be done in an environmentally friendly way. Bio-degradable cleaning products are available for just about ev­ ery cleaning job you-need to do around the house, from cleaning the toilets to removing stains to doing the laundry or even cleaning the carpets. These products are organically based and will do the job just as well as their more popular counterparts. • Recycle: It's not only the bottles and cans your fam­ ily uses that can be recycled. Major home renovations where items such as cabinets and doors are replaced also provide a great chance to recycle your old items. Old toilets, sinks and countertops can be recycled as well, many times going to organizations such as Habi­ tat for Humanity, meaning you're not only helping the environment, but the less fortunate as well. • Paint: Paint can be one of the biggest polluters when it comes to home improvements. Paint usually doesn't smell too good because it's loaded with chemicals that not only produce an odor but hurt the environment as well. Eco-friendly paints, however, typically smell better while drying and are safer for the environment. Getting their pigments from things such as charcoal or even foods, these paints are just as beautiful as regular paint and beneficial to the environment as well. • Previously owned materials: You can head to the local salvage yard to see if you can purchase recycled cabi­ nets and doors for your home. Some of the things you'll find at the salvage yard will be just like new, and you'll save a bundle of cash in the meantime while also being eco-friendly. 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LOT #8 IN LAUREL OAKS - Wonderful long range views from this 3400 eleva­ tion lot in one of the .newest subdivisions. Laurel Oaks is close to West Jefferson, Todd & Boone but yet peaceful and private for your mountain dream home or vacation getaway. Must see to imagine the possibilities! $94,900 THIS IS ONLY A SMALL PORTION OF THE PROPERTIES WE OFFER FOR SALE. FOR COMPLETE LISTS, CALL OR COME BY OUR OFFICE IN WEST JEFFERSON. TO SEE MORE OF OUR LISTINGS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT TOWN LANSING - Walk to post of­ fice, stores, restaurant, etc from this 4 BR, 1 BA brick & vinyl home. Of­ fers fireplace, outbldg, roof/windows replaced in 2001 & new water heater in 2005. MOTIVATED SELLER I! mmm 1836 HWY. 221 NORTH m JEFFERSON, NC 28640 — *ts .rrrmrn.. cation!!! This gorgeous home is nestled Land Listings: �PAGE 4B FRIDAY, AUGUST 10, 2007 JEFFERSON POST wi«. wife m m wife! Did you know that insects are the largest group of animals on Earth? There are more insects on Earth than all other animals combined. Currently, around one million insect species have been discovered! Insects are animals that have six legs, three tagmata, or body sections, and no backbone. They are members of the Arthropod family. Most of them are quite small, weighing less than an ounce. They breathe through a network of small tubes within their bodies, which are called trachea. Some common insects known to the United States are ants, flies, mosquitoes, bees, butterflies, and grasshoppers. Spiders are not true insects; they are members of the Arachnid family, which includes ticks, mites, and scorpions. Millipedes and centipedes are also discluded from the true insect group. There are many different kinds of insects. Some fly, some swim, and some walk. They can live in the Artie or in the tropical rain forests. The smallest adult insect currently known to science is the Myramid wasp, which measures just over onetenth of a millimeter in length. This wasp is a parasite which is native to the Illinois area of the United States. The largest insect currently known to man is the Giant Weta from New Zealand. It is a giant scarab which weighs two and a half ounces, and its body is four inches long (with legs and antenna it measures around eight or nine inches in length). ro mmm mxwm wait f Wfc VVYIY PVv* Vlvvniv True insects have 6 legs, 3 body sections, and no backbone. Use those specifications to create your own interpretation of an insect! mupy onwir wo9 wm # Find the words hidden in the puzzle below. R G G I K U J M C T S J I U B I I R O I M L L W R T H M J Q S G T A N E R L W Z V B N Z M E V X P S N K G S G Y V Y S N Q V C S E S K H Z W Y R A S L S M R A C K H E R O U G W T H T O M X N Y L E R S C Y U E A F P L M T S E W Q K P W C R Q D P T N U B K U U E N H Q H P V R E B A G S T N A (OiieaM upr If you want to collect bugs, a great way to keep them is in an old, clean mayo jar. 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I Norman Cheek's TOYOTA OF BOONE www.toyotaofboone.com • (828)264-1491 or (800)559-1491 665 East King Street • Downtown Boone EMPIRE Bring the beauty of natural stone to your home fabricators of Boone, LLC 2000 W. US Hwy 421 • Wilkesboro, NC (336) 667-2886 • 800-523-2745 www.empircdodge.com 2348 Hwy 105 • Suite 4 • Heritage Court Boone, NC 28607 • 828-263-0180. Fax: 828-2634)182 Highland's Union Bank 108 S. Jefferson Ave.• Wesl Jefferson. NC 336-246-5222 West Jefferson «»S.leSenonAvMue^BtJejfeno^NC Chevrolet 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy.net Loan Office • home • business • auto • personal • construction West Jefferson, NC • 336.846.1044 GUp? Ashe County Builders Supply "Complete Line of Building Supplies" 127 Beaver Creek School Road • Wcsl Jefferson 336-246-3367 SO �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, AUGUST 10, 2007 PAGE 5B COMMUNITY NEWS BROC honors volunteers at annual meeting The Blue Ridge Opportuni­ ty Commission, Inc. (BROC) honored its volunteers in Al­ leghany, Ashe and Wilkes Counties with a covered dish supper at the recent annual BROC Board Meeting at the new Senior Center in Fairplains at the Elderly Nutri­ tion Meal Site with over 75 in attendance. Committee reports, proj­ ect reports, recognition of outstanding volunteers, and election of board officers were on the agenda. BROC, a Community Ac­ tion agency, and a partner with United Way of Wilkes County, noted that "We believe in Helping people-Changing Lives". The agency receives operating funds from federal, state and local governments, as well as foundations, dona­ tions and local fund raising. The Agency, BROC Board of Directors and staff are com­ mitted to meeting the chal­ lenges before us, the citizen's needs in each of our commu­ nities. The agency continues to ask for the support of our funding sources, volunteers, community leaders, and oth­ ers who have stood with Blue Ridge Opportunity Commis­ sion (BROC) during its 41 years of existence. Together, with a New Year beginning, we truly want to "Make a Dif­ ference" in the quality of life in our communities. The organization is a lo­ cal private, non-profit human service agency governed by people from Wilkes, Ashe and Alleghany. BROC collaborates with other agencies to meet the needs in each county to pre­ vent duplication of services. We Care Planning Committee-Ashe County Sylvia Miller reported on the We Care Planning Com­ mittee, a supportive arm of BROC in Ashe, which has the purpose of helping those in emergency situations such as fuel, elec­ trical and clothing. We Care Planning Committee also provides assistance to 4-H Youth Camp, and garden seed voucher. The Committee had a very busy year with Yard Sales, Holiday Parade fund­ raiser, Christmas Tree fund raiser, Mountain Music CD's and "Keep the Heat On" fund­ raiser. They received funding for the above projects, also through the Ashe County Government. New Business BROC Executive Direc­ tor reported this was a very special night to honor our vol­ unteers and the BROC Board Members (the Gems of each County) and the services pro­ vided. The accomplishments for each program have been reported to the BROC Board of Directors each month both orally and written reports. Volunteers and guest were asked to please read the An­ nual report giving the success of each program. The Home and Commu­ nity Care Block Grant for FY 2007/2008 was presented by Mary Edna Faw, Elderly Nutrition Program Direc­ tor, in- depth to the BROC Board of Directors, guests and staff with the approval of the BROC Board of Directors. Next year's budget states there are four mealsites and ten employees. The Fairplains Meal site prepares meals for Maple Springs Community Center, and Austin Communi­ ty Center prepares for Temple Hill Community Center. The volunteers transfer meals in thermal containers. The number of congregate meals to be served at mealsites is 22,806. This is an av­ erage of 91per day for approx. 250 serving days. Home Delivered meals are projected at 31,132 meals. Volunteers deliver all these meals to persons unable to prepare their own meals. This is an average of 125 with ap­ proximately 250 different people receiving the service. Housing and Home Im­ provement Services means assistance to older adults in obtaining maintaining and/or housing and basic furnish­ ings/appliances. Total budget from Region D (State) and Federal Funds $279,531.00, Transporta­ tion $6,211.00, Congregate Meals $110,200.00 with USDA $13,684.00, Home-De­ livered Meals $161,283 with USDA $18,679, and Local needed $83,364.00. Housing Home Improvement Grant $1,837.00 with local match from Wilkes and Ashe for a total of $2,087. Total Home and Community Care Block Grant $395,258.00 The Financial Report was presented by Jeanette Suddith on the BROC Projects for eleven months, from July 1, 2006 to May 31, 2007. The report showed accounts, bud­ get amounts and the expen­ ditures of each project. By the end of the fiscal year, all funds will be spent. Other information includ­ ed in report: Executive Board Joseph Kilby of North Wilkesboro was re-elected as BROC Board Chairman. Mr. Kilby and other officers were elected by the group at the meeting. The following officers were elected for 2006 - 2007: Joseph Kilby, of North Wilkesboro Chairman; Agnes Joines of Alleghany County, Vice Chairman; Jim Hall of Wilkes, Secretary; Charlie Sink, of Wilkes, Treasurer; Foyst Blackburn of Alleghany, Assistant Treasurer; Members from the each county selected the county representative to be on the Executive Committee were Michael Parlier, Alleghany The members of the board of directors of the Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission. Seated is: Joseph Kilby, Board Chairman. Standing left to right: W.S. (Bill) Thomas, Jim Hall, Sylvia Miller, JoAnne Leach, Michael Parlier, Dale Baldwin, Agnes Joines, Eula Raye Cook, Gary Blevins, Jimmy Foster, Foyst Blackburn, Robert Dameron and Don Ray Royall. Not pictured: Charlie Sink, Nyla Duncan, Nada Sheets, Shirley Farmer, Jeannie Caviness, Jamie Heater and Gary Barber. County; Sylvia Miller, Ashe County and Don Ray Royall, Wilkes County. Joseph Kilby thanked the board for their dedication and contributions to BROC dur­ ing the year. Volunteers Honored Special people make special things happen at BROC Volunteerism at its Best The BROC Board, Execu­ tive Director, and Staff recog­ nized the volunteers for their work, time and dedication in the BROC programs. We are very thankful and fortunate for the volunteers, community, civic leaders and businesses. Thanks to each and everyone of you. You are a very special Gift to the Community and to BROC. Board Members from Ashe County: Dale Baldwin, Shirley Farmer, Sylvia Miller, JoAnne Leach, Jeannie Caviness, Nada Sheets and Gary Bar­ ber. Honored from Ashe Coun­ ty County Commissioners: Richard Blackburn, Chair­ man; Gary Barber, ViceChairman; Marty Gambill, Judy Pie and Larry Rhodes. County Manager: Dan Mc­ Millan; Jefferson Town Council: Luther F. Anderson, Jr., Bluferd Eldreth, Charles Caudill, Mark Johnston, Max Yates; Jefferson Town Manager: Cathy Howell; Jef­ ferson Finance Officer: Carol Winebarber; Jefferson Mayor: Dana Tugman; Town Manag­ er West Jefferson: Greg McGinnis; West Jefferson Mayor: Dale Baldwin; West Jefferson Aldermen: Dr. Brett Summey, Bob McCoy, Calvin Greene, Jerry McMillian and Steven Shumaker. Lansing: Mayor and Town Manager: Jason Ring, Town Council; Dot Shupe, Israel Church, Bill Cline, Mike Pow­ ers and Dennis Trainor; Lan­ sing Town Clerk: Bernace Prestwood and Finance Offi­ cer: Alicia Roten. We Care Planning Com­ mittee Members: Gary Poe, Chairman, Nada Sheets, JoAnn Leach, Pat Franklin, Greg and Lois Carroll, War­ ren and Sylvia Miller, Pam White, Gwyn Campbell, Katrina Varner, Susan Brown and Mac Brown and Willa Mae Campbell. Others were: Doris Dollar, Dana Harmon, Mike Harmon, Shelby Eastridge, Jack Eastridge, Joe Franklin, Mary Moser, Dean Sheets, Margie Banks, Ernie Patterson BROC Sizemore Head Start - Ashe County Angelica Acevado, Aman­ da Anderson, Ashe County Health Department, Crystal Ashley, Steve Ashley, Mildred Billings, Ina Blankenship, Al­ ice Brown, Heather Brown, Jimmie Burgess, Denver Cau­ Andra Weaver, Adam Widner, dill, Jeannie Caviness, Israel Andy Widner, Donald Widner, Church, Nita Church, Marie Katherine Witt, Leonard WoCoe, Carol Coulter, MaCirita odard. Crescenelo, Quincy Denny,Tif­ Public Media from Ashe: fany Dishman, Vanessa Dish- WKSK Radio, The Jefferson man, Whitley Dodd, Penny Post, The Mountain Times Duvall, Jessica Eldreth, Ab- and Second Hand News. Dare Stromer, the Execu­ bie Farmer, Lisa Farmer, Rob­ ert Farmer, Teresa Fink, Billy tive Director recognized the Goodman, Jessica Goodman, BROC Board of Directors for Julie Goodman, Lynn Greer, their dedicated support, tal­ Norma Hernandez, May Hill, ent, care, compassion and all Joanie Huffman, Christina the volunteer hours to make Hulings, Jerry Johnson, Gary BROC a great program and Kilby, April Lambert, Lau­ have successful fundraising ren Little, Christine Mason, projects that they give to the Wayne Mash, Bobby McKid- agency whose mission is to dy, Ann Morrison, Gary Mor­ provide the necessary servic­ rison, William Mullis, Bonita es to the citizens of Alleghany, Padilla, Crystal Plasky, Crys­ Ashe and Wilkes Counties. tal Poe, Miriam Ponfair, April Thank you again, you truly Potter, Dawn Powers, Linda "Make a Difference". The Staff was honored for Powers, Brenda Powers-Viers, Tiffany Price, Tommy Price, their support, years of service Amanda Pritchard, Jennifer and for the hard work that Pritchard, Nathan Pritchard, they contribute to the BROC Zeb Pritchard, Shirley Pruitt, Programs with their dedi­ Miranda Ramirez, Fidelia cated concern for the citizens Ramos, Laura Ramos, Leo- they serve. They truly are a bardo Reyes, Theresa Rich­ great team in providing ser­ ardson, Elena Rivera, Judy vices to those in need in our communities and with Roark, Lisa Roten, Mary Ro­ ten, Pamela Royal, Cynthia fundraising efforts. The next Executive Com­ Rutherford, Aziocen Santo De La Puerta, Sherri Saunders, mittee Meeting is scheduled Cynthia Sharp, Kelly Shaw, for July 12, 6:30pm at the Tommy Shaw, Tanya Smith, BROC Wilkes Office in North Brandy Staton, RuVa SulYvns, Wilkesboro. 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Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, financial status or notional origin includes children un­ der the age ol 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising lor legal estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are here by Informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing Impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 100-General Services Blue Ridge Cleaning Service office or residental new construc­ tion clean up. Bonded and insured. Free quotes. (336)838-7377 or (336)262-8719. 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Classifieds make "Cents" "Cents make Dollars" ZERO down, Land home packages. (336) 973-4462. 510-Mobile Home Lots for Sale FOR SALE BY OWNER: 1011 THREE TOP CR. W. JEFFERSON 1000 SQ FT DOUBLE WIDE ON 1.5 ACRES. NEVER BEEN LIVED IN. 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH READY TO MOVE IN. CALL FOR DETAILS. (336)9732335. 530-Lots & Acreage SALESPERSON WANTED: Experienced Manufactured/Modular Mail orders should be home salesperson sent with payment to: needed to assist cus­ tomers with their home Classified Advertising buying process. Earn The Jefferson Post up to $1,000 per week, PO Box 808 plus commission, plus West Jefferson, NC great benefit package. 28694 Background check and drug test required. Fax (We accept personal resume to (336)973- Sally is a senior yellow check, Visa or 4478. lab (she's a pale Master Card) tan/yellow color) found 235-Christmas as a stray. She's a Telephone: sweet and gentle dog Trees (336) 846-7164 with a mellow personal­ Fax: Fraser Fir Christmas ity. She may have (336) 846-7165 Trees available in all been on her own for sizes. Call for Pricing some time as she is e-mail: 336-877-7176 quite dirty. Call 336classified @ 372-8744 for more info 260-Garage/Yard jeffersonpost.com or visit our website at Web: Sales alleghany.petfinder.co www.jeffersonpost.com m. YARD SALES 30-Special Advertise your yard 350-Wanted to Notices sale in this space. If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANK YOU Jefferson Post pruce Hill Apts Appli­ cations are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC 'One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments "Handicapped accessible 'Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance 1195-Legals 500-Mobile Homes for Sale BIG RESULTS! A Lesson Se The Jefferson Post 490-Houses/ Apts. for Sale For Sale in Beaver Creek completely re­ modeled 3 bedroom home. Great neighbor­ hood. Priced to sale $129,900. 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BUMGART IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DI­ VISION BEFORE THE CLERK 07-SP-114 NOTICE OF SERVICE 535-Commercial Property PUBLICATION Commercial Building in Lansing for R3nt, 1034 sq fett. $300 561-750-2399 1115Professionals FOR HIRE TO: JESSIE CLIFTON LANE (Single); LAUR­ IE PAIGE LANE SIMS and husband, MARK SIMS; KAREN LEIGH LANE BUMGART and husband, MARK J. BUMGART TAKE NOTICE that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above spe­ cial proceeding. Let me help you to create unique logos, brochures, business cards, booklets and camera ready ads. The nature of the relief sought is as follows: 1. For a judicial sale of land belonging to Ferris High-end quality at Eugene Lane at the reasonable rates. time of his death, in or­ No job too big der to create assets to pay the debts of the or too small. For more information, please call Firefly Graphx at 336-982-5145 or email ATTENTION: ALL FU­ TURE HOME BUY­ ERS!! Just in 4 MONTHS Winter Will Be Upon Us. You Need To Buy Now So You fireflvcanoe @ vahoo.com Can Be In Your New Home Before Cold and Snowy Weather Sets 1195-Legals In. Call For Appoint­ NOTICE TO ment At 336-973-2335 CREDITORS Freedom Homes Ask For D S Prevette. Having qualified as Administrator of the Check Out the Estate of Elmer Bryan Miller, late of Ashe Jefferson Post for County, North Carolina, this is to notify all the latest deals on persons having claims against said estate to Mobile Homes by present them to the undersigned at 3114 Local Dealers Big Windfall Rd.LansFirst Time Home Buy­ ing, NC 28643 on or ers...ZERO (0) Down'.II before the 3rd day of We make it EASY. November, 2007, or this Notice will be (336) 973-4462. pleaded in bar to their House For Sale (own- recovery. All persons er). New 3bd/2bath indebted to the estate doublewide. 1490sq.ft. will please make Never lived in, on half mmediate payment to acre lot. Partially fur­ the undersigned. nished. Lyalls Acres. $117,500. This is the 30th day of (207)566-0801 July, 2007. Land owners. Guarenteed. Home approvals. (336) 973-4462 MARK ASHLEY LANE, Individually and as Ad­ ministrator CTA of the Estate of FERRIS EU­ GENE LANE Petitioner Respondents Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 1195-Legals NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY Burl D. Miller Executor/Administrator for the Estate of Elmer Bryan Miller decedent, the same consisting of a resi­ dence and real proper­ ty located at 209 Frank Witherspoon Road, Jefferson, North Caroli­ na. You are required to make defense to such pending no later than the 19th day of Sep­ tember, 2007 and upon failure to do so, the party seeking service against you will apply to the court for the re­ lief sought. DATED THIS 10th day of August, 2007. VANNOY & REEVES BY: JIMMY EEVES D. RE- P.O. DRAWER 67 WEST JEFFERSON, NORTH CAROLINA 28694 (336) 246-7172 ATTORNEY FOR THE PETITIONER Your source for news in Ashe County and the High Country: The Jefferson Post Wilkes Community College i CO T> 1 O ft PT Nurse Aide Instructor Alleghany Campus & Wilkes Campus Must be RN with LTC experience Contact Barbara George (336)838-6204 v Clement Law Office • Attorneys at Law • 756 West King Street • Boone • NC 28607 • 828/264-6411 NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY In the Matter of the Foreclosure of Deed of Trust executed by Ashe High Country Developers, LLC, Humberto Barrios, Manager, and John Christopher Barr, Manager, dated August 26, 2003 and recorded in Book 300 Page 582 AND Deed of Trust executed by Ashe High Country Developers, LLC, Humberto Barrios, Manager, dated May 10, 2005 and recorded in Book 328 Page 1930 in the Ashe County Registry, by Chester E. Whittle, Jr., Substitute Trustee. IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE COURT SUPERIOR DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 07-SP-83 NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL ESTATE Under and by virtue of the power of sale con­ tained in (i) a certain first lien Deed of Trust executed by Humberto Barrios, Manager, and John Christopher Barr, Manager, Ashe High Country Develop­ ers, LLC, dated August 26, 2003, and recorded in Record Book 300 at Page 582, in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina; and (ii) in a certain sec­ ond lien Deed of Trust executed by Humberto Barrios, Manager, Ashe High Country De­ velopers, LLC, dated May 10, 2005, and re­ corded in Record Book 328 at Page 1930, in the Office of the Regis­ ter of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina, and under and by vir­ tue of the authority vested in the under­ signed Substitute Trustee, default having been made in the payment of the indebtedness thereby secured and the said Deeds of Trust be­ ing by the terms there­ of subject to foreclo­ sure, and the holder of indebtedness the thereby secured having demanded the foreclo­ sure thereof for the purpose of satisfying said indebtedness, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auc­ tion to the highest bid­ der for cash at Front Door of the Ashe County Courthouse 150 Government Circle Jefferson, NC 10:00 o'clock a.m. August 16, 2007 all of the property con­ veyed in said Deeds of Trust, including any im­ provements thereon, which property as of July 10, 2007 was owned by Ashe High County 1195-Legals 1195-Legals Developers, LLC, as reflected by the records of the office of the Ashe County Register of Deeds, the same lying and being in Ashe County, North Carolina and more particularly described as follows: A certain tract of land containing 4.774 acres according to a survey by Randy G. Rhodes and Assoc. PA. PLS #3094, locat­ ed in West Jefferson Township, Ashe County, North Carolina, bounded by the lands of, formerly of, or in • 2 possession of the fol­ lowing: on the west by the right of way of US 221; on the south by Ken Furches, on the east by the east­ ern side of NCSR #1149, and on the north by NC DOT, and being more partic­ ularly described as fol­ lows: COMMENCING on NCGS CAREER, hav­ ing NC Grid Coordi­ nates of Y = 296527.832, and X = 286937.949; thence South 75 degrees 44 minutes 09 seconds East for a ground distance of 108.881 meters or a grid distance of 108.873 meters to the BEGINNING. BEGINNING on a 1/2" rebar set at a right of way fence post having NC Grid Coordinates of Y = 296501.006, X 287043.465, thence with the 221 right of way South 12 degrees 50 minutes 37 seconds West for a distance of 703.77 feet to a 1/2" rebar set at a fence post; thence South 20 degrees 55 minutes 49 seconds West for a dis­ tance of 663.31 feet to a concrete monument found in the fence; thence with the Furches line South 77 degrees 52 minutes 13 seconds East for a dis­ tance of 180.83 feet to a 1/2" rebar on the west side of NCSR #1149; thence, crossing the road; South 77 degrees 52 minutes 13 seconds East for a dis­ tance of 44.90 feet to a point on the east side of the road; thence with the east side of the road North 10 degrees 36 minutes 28 seconds East for a distance of 145.92 feet; North 11 degrees 26 minutes 17 seconds East for a distance of 516.10 feet; North 12 degrees 17 minutes 59 seconds East for a distance of 121.23 feet; North 15 degrees 31 minutes 11 seconds East for a distance of 67.24 feet; North 18 degrees 56 minutes 04 seconds East for a distance of 66.21 feet; North 22 degrees 34 minutes 38 seconds East for a distance of 100.58 feet; North 23 degrees 26 minutes 35 seconds East for a distance of 283.94 feet to a point on the east side of the road; thence crossing the road North 55 de­ grees 00 minutes 00 seconds West for a dis­ tance of 40.21 feet to a 1/2" rebar set in the NC DOT line; thence North 45 de­ grees 37 minutes 01 seconds West for a distance of 57.68 feet to a 1/2" re­ bar set at the fence; thence North 67 degrees 26 minutes 26 seconds West for a dis­ tance of 107.43 feet to the BE­ GINNING. Surveyed in August of 2001 using NC Grid North as a bearing ref­ erence. For source of title see that certain deed conveyed to Ritz Ray as recorded in deed book X-2, at page 232, Ashe County Register of Deeds Office, Job No. 010712. This property is to be sold subject to city and county ad valorem tax­ es, special assessments, prior deeds of trust, liens, federal tax lien, rightsof-way, or easements, if any, and the statutes, rules and regulations of the United States Bankruptcy Code and United States the Bankruptcy Courts. The Substitute Trustee, after sale, may require the highest bidder to immediately make a cash deposit of ten per­ cent (10%) of the amount of the bid. Any successful bidder shall be required to tender the full balance pur­ chase price so bid in cash or certified check at the time the Substitute Trustee tenders a deed for the property or at­ tempts to tender such deed. Should said successful bidder fail to pay the full balance purchase price so bid at that time, the bid­ der shall remain liable on the bid as provided by statute. 3 The Notice of Sale hereby given is in satis­ faction of the require­ ments of the above-mentioned Deeds of Trust and the requirements contained in the North Carolina General Statutes with respect to posting or publishing of notice of sale. This 10th day of July, 2007. By: Wilkes Community College Wilkes Community Automotive Systems Technology Instructor Basic Skills Instructor/ Coordinator For more information visit our website www.wilkcsec.edu For more information College Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu LOCAL COMPANY SEEKING ^ EXPERIENCED LUMBER LIFT DRIVER. Excellent benefits, pay negotiable upon experience. Interested persons should submit in writing, their name, address, phone number and experience to the following address, no later than Wednesday, August 15. Jefferson Post Attn: Lumber Lift Driver PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 �FRIDAY , AUGUST 10, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7B Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals Chester E. Whittle, Jr., Substitute Trustee 756 West King Street Boone, North Carolina 28607 828/264-6661 Clement Law Office • Attorneys at Law • 756 West King Street • Boone • NC 28607 • 828/264-6411 NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY In the Matter of the Foreclosure of Deed of Trust executed by Bev­ erley M. Barrios, and as Individually President of Ashe Mountain Properties Development, Inc. and Humberto Barrios, Indi­ vidually and as Viceof Ashe President Mountain Properties Development, Inc., dat­ ed August 24, 2004 and recorded in Book 317 Page 2380, Ashe County Registry, by Chester E. Whittle, Jr., Substitute Trustee. THE GENERAL IN COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 07-SP-84 NOTICE OF SALE OF REAL ESTATE Under and by virtue of the power of sale con­ tained in a certain Deed of Trust executed by Beverley M. Barrios, Individually and as President of Ashe Mountain Properties Development, Inc., and Humberto Barrios, Indi­ vidually and as Vice President of Ashe Mountain Properties Development, Inc., dat­ ed August 24, 2004, and recorded in Record Book 317 at Page 2380, in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina, as modified, and under and by vir­ tue of the authority vested in the undersigned Substitute Trustee, default having been made in the pay­ ment of the indebtedness thereby secured and the said Deed of Trust being by the terms thereof subject to foreclosure, and the holder of the indebtedness thereby secured having demanded the foreclo­ sure thereof for the purpose of satisfying said indebtedness, the undersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at Front Door of the Ashe County Courthouse 150 Government Circle Jefferson, NC 10:15 o'clock a.m. August 16, 2007 all of the property con­ veyed in said Deed of Trust, including any im­ provements thereon, which property as of July 9, 2007 was owned by Ashe Moun­ tain Properties Development, Inc., as reflected by the records of the office of the Ashe County Register of Deeds, the same ly­ ing and being in Ashe County, North Carolina and more particularly described as follows: Lying and being in Chestnut Hill Town­ ship, Ashe County, North Carolina, and being more partic­ ularly described as fol­ lows: BEING Lot No. 5 of Christmas Tree Moun­ tain as shown on a plat of the same which appears of re­ cord in the Ashe Coun­ ty Public Registry in Plat Book 3 at and described in the aforementioned deed, to which recorded deed reference is hereby made for a more specific descrip­ tion of the same. This property is to be sold subject to city and county ad valorem tax­ es, special assessments, prior deeds of trust, liens, federal tax lien, rightsof-way, or easements, if any, and the statutes, rules and regulations of the United States Bankruptcy Code and the United States Bankruptcy Courts. The Substitute Trustee, after sale, may require the highest bidder to immediately make a cash deposit of ten per­ cent (10%) of the amount of the bid. Any successful bidder shall be required to tender the full balance pur­ chase price so bid in cash or certified check at the time the Substitute Trustee tenders a deed for the property or at­ tempts to tender such deed. Should said successful bidder fail to pay the full balance purchase price so bid at that time, the bid­ der shall remain liable on the bid as provided by statute. The Notice of Sale hereby given is in satis­ faction of the require­ ments of the above-mentioned Deeds of Trust and the requirements contained in the North Carolina General Statutes with respect to posting or publishing of notice of sale. This 10th day of July, 2007. By: 2 page 120, to which re­ corded plat reference is hereby made for a metes and bounds description of said lot. And being the same lot described in and con­ veyed by that certain deed from Chris M. Rabon and wife, Joy M. Rabon to Ashe Mountain Proper­ ties Development, Inc., dat­ ed 3 April 2001, and of record in the Ashe County Public Registry in Book 259, at page 83. This indenture is made SUBJECT to road maintenance agree­ ment as set out \ H&J /Northwest Lawn Care, Inc. CALHOUN CLEARING & GRADING Foundations Drainage/Erosion Control Land Clearing • Road Construction • Water Gardens & Landscaping "Since 1989" Thomas Reed - Owner 336-246-3434 Wesley Calhoun 977-9040 • 846-4688 • 977-4882 445 Wade Vannoy Dr. • West Jefferson, NC/ Chester E. Whittle, Jr., Substitute Trustee 756 West King Street Boone, North Carolina 28607 828/264-6661 TRUSTEE'S FORECLOSURE SALE 1195-Legals the property cash therein described, to wit: for upset bids as by law required. See attached description. Date and Hour for Sale: August 16, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. Place of Sale: Ashe County Courthouse Date of this Notice: June 22, 2007 legal Under and by virtue of the power and authority Present Record contained in that Owner(s): Roy Ray and certain Deed of Trust Kimberly C. Ray executed and delivered by Roy Franklin Pay The terms of the sale and Kimberly C. Ray, are that the real dated May 30, 2000 property hereinbefore and recorded in the described will be sold Office of the Register for cash to the highest of Deeds for Ashe bidder and that the County, North Carolina, undersigned may in Book 250 at Page require the successful 636, and because of bidder at the sale to default having been immediately deposit made in the payment of cash or a certified the indebtedness check in an amount secured by said Deed equal to the greater of of Trust and failure to five percent (5%) of the do and perform the high bid or $750.00. stipulations and agreements therein The real property contained, and hereinabove described pursuant to demand of will be sold "as is" the Owner and Holder "where is" subject to of the indebtedness any and ail superior secured by said Deed liens, and subject to taxes and special of Trust, the undersigned Substitute assessments. 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ALL TYPES OF GRADINC; • Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds • Land Clearing • Road Building Septic Systems • Basements • Footers iMBi SANITATION STLRVICT1 •\\\os Sanitation Sen,; William & Amy Phillips LICENSED & INSURED It's Finally Here! FREE ESTIMATES A Private Trash Service Contact Robert Holman Office: 828-963-4069 Fax: 828-963-8610 Cell: 828-773-6736 • JWe are now t wtty accepting new Garbage Service includes: Weekly or Biweekly Pickup Residential, Light Commercial and Small Business Accepted Contact us at: 828-394-4944 or 828-292-3211 Toll Free: 877-217-9866 • 8am - 6nm �PAGE 8B FRIDAY, AUGUST 10, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 2)thence S. 04-01-30 ($100.00) or fractional sale, transfer and E. 32.33 feet to a point, part thereof of Five conveyance AS IS 3) thence S.34-19-55 Hundred Dollars WHERE IS. There E. 23.95 feet to a point, ($500.00), whichever is are no representa­ 4) thence S. 14-38-31 greater. A deposit of E. 64.31 feet to a five percent (5%) of the tions of warranty re­ 1/2-inch rebar set in bid, or seven Hundred lating to the title or the forks of the creek, Fifty Dollars ($750.00), any physical, envi­ said rebar being whichever is greater, ronmental, health or S.56-11-39E. 32.37feet will be required at the safety conditions ex­ from a 1/2-inch rebar time bf the sale and isting in, on, at, or set by a spruce pine as must be tendered in relating to the prop­ a reference point said the form of certified erty being offered for rebar also being the funds. Following the This sale is southeastern corner of expiration of the statu­ sale. said Miller, thence the tory upset bid period, made subject to all southern line of said all the remaining prior liens, unpaid Miller property with the amounts will be imme­ taxes, special as­ centerline of said diately due and owing. sessments, land creek, seven courses transfer taxes, if any, 1) thence N.83-06-13 Said property to be of­ and encumbrances W.26.04 feet to a point fered pursuant to this of record. To the 2) thence, S.63-50-49- Notice of Sale is being W.22.98 feet to a point, offered for sale, trans­ best of the knowl­ 3)thence S. 51 -06-22 fer and conveyance AS edge and belief of W.43.81 feet to a point, IS WHERE .IS. There the undersigned, the 4)thence S. 70-51-39 are no representations current owner(s) of W. 54.63 feet to a of warranty relating to the property is/are the title or any physical, Randall point, 5) thence McClure S.55-57-22W. 52.00 environmental, health and Patricia feet to a point, or safety conditions McClure. 6)thence S. 83-02-34 existing in, on, at, or W. 30.08 feet to a relating to the property being offered for sale. Kenneth D. Cavins point, 7) thence S.84-31-54 W.9.03 feet This sale is made Substitute Trustee to a point, said point subject to ail prior liens, 1101 Nowell Road, unpaid taxes, special Suite 118 being the southwestern assessments, land Raleigh, NC 27607 corner of said Miller transfer taxes, if any, (919) 854-1200 property; thence with and encumbrances of Our File No.: the western line of said record. To the best of 752.0700913NC/t the knowledge and Miller property, N.15-10-16W., passing belief of the under­ the current EXHIBIT "A" over 1,/2-inch consults signed, found at 5.63 feet, and owners of the property at 198.86 feet, for a are Humberto Barrios Randall McClure total distance of 230.49 and Beverly Barrios. Obids Township to a point in the Ashe County, N.C. centerline of said Kenneth D. Cavins N.C.S.R.#1177; thence Substitute Trustee Being a portion of Nowell Road, with the centerline of 1101 the Robert W. Bare said N.C.S.R. #1177 Suite 118 et. al. property as five courses, 1) thence Raleigh, NC 27607 described in Deed N.78-46-10 E. 31.27 (919) 845-1200 feet to a point, Book 193 Page 367, File bounded 2)thence N.78-16-10 E. Our by the 35.50 feet to a point, 3) No.:746.0706238NC/M lands of, formerly of, thence N. 80-16-41 E. LB or in possession of 48.50 feet to a point, 4) the following: on the NOTICE OF thence N.85-57-29 north by Ronald Os­ FORECLOSURE E.52.02 feet to a point, borne (252-805), on 5) thence S.84-57-33 SALE E., 41.08 feet to the NORTH CAROLINA, the east and south BEGINNING; contain­ ASHE COUNTY 07 by a new lines, on ing 1.049 acres as SP 79 the west by a private calculated by Under and by virtue drive; Being more coordinate geometry, particularly descri­ from field data of a Power of Sale in that bed as: gathered by The contained Deed of Thomas Herman certain Company, RO. Box trust executed by BEGINNING on a 519, Jefferson, NC Randall McClure point in the center28640-0519, (336) and Patricia McClure line of a private 246-3352, NCRLS to Michelle T. Shep­ drive, said point be­ L-2633, dated herd, Trustee(s), ing the southwestern March 17, 1998. dated July 16, 2004, corner of the Os­ Job #98031201. FOR FURTHER REFERENCE SEE Deed Book 230, Page 1179, Ashe County Registry. NOTICE "OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, ASHE COUNTY 07 SP 93 Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale contained in that Certain Deed of Trust executed by Humberto Barrios and Beverly Barrios to Richard Franz, Trustee(s), dat­ ed February 28, 2006, and recorded in Book 343, Page 2080, Ashe County Registry, North Carolina. and recorded in Book 316, Page 43, Ashe County Regis­ try, North Carolina. Default having been made in the pay­ ment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the under­ signed, having been substituted as Trust­ ee in said Deed of Trust by an instru­ ment duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina, and the holder of the note evidencing said in­ debtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, tne un­ dersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at the Court­ house Door in Ashe County, North Caro­ lina, at 10:00AM on Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, having August 15, 2007, been substituted as and will sell to the Trustee in said Deed of highest bidder for Trust by and cash the following instrument duly record­ described property, ed in the Office of the Register of Deeds of to wit: Ashe County, North See Attached Exhibit Carolina, and the hold­ A er of the note evidenc­ Said property is ing said indebtedness commonly known as having directed that the 277 Doyle Bare Deed of Trust be Road, West Jeffer­ foreclosed, the under­ son, NC 28694. signed Substitute Trustees will offer for Third party purchas­ sale at the Courthouse ers must pay the ex­ Door in Ashe County, cise tax, pursuant to North Carolina, at N.C.G.S. 10510:00 AM on August 228.30, in the 22, 2007, and will sell amount of One Dol­ to the highest bidder lar ($1.00) per each for cash the following Five Hundred Dol­ described property, to lars ($500.00) or wit: BEING ALL OF LOST 92 AND 93 OF THE HIDDEN MOUNTAIN SUBDIVISION AS RE­ CORDED IN PLAT BOOK 5, PAGES 29 AND 29A OF THE ASHE COUNTY REG­ ISTRY TO WHICH REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE FOR A SPECIFIC DESCRIPTION THEREOF. Said property is commonly known as 340 E. Hidden Moun­ tain Lane, Crumpler, NC 28617. Third party purchasers must pay the excise tax, pursuant to N.C.G.S. 105-228-30, in the amount of One Dollar ($1.00) per Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) or fractional part thereof, and the Clerk of Courts fee, pursuant to N.C.G.S. 7A-308, in the amount of Fourty-five Cents (45) per each One Hundred Dollars fractional part there­ of, and the Clerk of Courts fee, pursuant to N.C.G.S. 7A-308, in the amount of For­ ty-five Cents (45) per each One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) or fractional part there­ of or Three Hundred Dollars ($300.00), whichever is greater. A deposit of five per­ cent (5%) of the bid, or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00), whichev­ er is greater, will be required at the time of the sale and must be tendered in the form of certified funds. Following the expiration of the statutory upset bid period, all the re­ maining amounts will be immediately due and owing. Said property to be offered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for borne property, thence with the Os­ borne line 3.88-4452E. 22.05 feet to a 1/2-inch rebar set; thence with a new line two courses, 1) thence S.49-32-49E. 302.35 feet to a 1/2inch rebar set, 2) thence S.40-2711W., passing over a 1/2-inch rebar set at 136.10 feet, for a to­ tal distance of 171.10 feet to a point in the centerline of a pri­ vate drive; thence with said centerline six courses, 1) thence N.55-5253W. 44.88 feet to a point, 2) N.51-1615W. 67.07 feet to a point, 3) thence N.42-45-38W. 50.46 feet to a point, 4) thence N.31-4943W. 37.46 feet to a point, 5) thence N.09-32-00W. 39.03 feet to a point, 6) thence N.03-19-25E. 152.61 feet to the BEGINNING; con­ taining 1.045 acres as calculated by co­ ordinate geometry, from field data gath­ ered by Thomas Herman Company, PLLC, P.O. Box 519, Jefferson, NC 28640-0519, (336)846-3352, P.L.S. L-2633, dated November 15, 2002, Revised October 26, 2003. 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Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 64 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Watch for coverage in Tuesday's paper Friday August 17, 2007 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpo8t.com • Meet the fall sports teams Volume 82, Issue 66 page 1B SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Owners: no ski slope on Phoenix by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Phoenix Mountain devel­ opers have decided that a ski slope in Ashe County is not feasible, so they are focusing on creating a high end resi­ dential community of approx­ imately 200 homesites. Work has already begun on this community yet to be named and is expected to have a number of homes in two to three years. "On July 1, Prestige Build­ ers and RTCP created a partnership to pursue the Phoenix Mountain project," said Elias Tobchi, a member of the partnership. Partners also include Ricardo Tobchi and Dennis Rodriguez with RTCP, which created the Ce­ dar Crossing development in Fleetwood. "We have teamed up to pursue construction," Tobchi said. "We are all committed to making sure the project succeeds and is developed the proper way." "It was clear to us and to 2 face federal drug charges county officials that with the amount of land available and current weather conditions that a ski resort was not pos­ sible," Tobchi said. "It would have been nice, but just not the right thing. It was not a Prestige decision to not build the ski resort. It was not a financial decision and the project was not abandoned. Research showed it was just not feasible." Tobchi said the partner­ ship is focusing on a highend residential community of multi-million dollar homes. Some spec homes will be built with lots sold for homesite construction. Road construc­ tion has already begun on the estimated 30,000 feet of roads through the community and the entrance off old Highway 16. Some blasting is expected in the next couple of months. Tobchi said he and the oth­ er partners are from South Florida and greatly appre­ ciate the environment and community of Ashe County. He has been visiting and va­ cationing here 25 years and will be building a home for his family in the Cedar Crossing community. This is a develop­ ment of beautiful cedar-built homes and planned townhouses near the county line between Ashe and Watauga. Tobchi said he expects the de­ velopment to have more than 100 homes and townhouses along with a community cen­ ter for the homeowners over the next several years. "We feel very welcomed here," Tobchi said of his fam­ ily and partners. "We feel like a part of the community since we've been here." They appre date the assistance of Com munity One Bank working with both developments anc local firms Randy Rhodes As sociates & PA (surveying and Padco Excavating in the developments. Tobchi's wife, Jackie, han dies marketing at the Cedai Crossing office in Fleetwood Staff also includes Tammj Hartsoe, building coordina tor, and Michael Ray, builder. County honors troops, vets More alleged drug dealers are behind bars, facing fed­ eral and local charges. Earlier this week, Sheriff James Williams announced the arrest of Jeffrey D. Davis, 46, of Crumpler and Pam D. Logan, 45, also of Crumpler. "They were charged with conspiracy to sell and deliver more than 500 grams of crys­ tal methamphetamine," said Williams. "The Ashe County Sheriff's Office, Boone Police Depart­ ment and DEA have contin­ ued this federal investiga­ tion," he said. "At this time, two more suspects from Ashe County have been federally indicted in Virginia, making a toif^of seven crystal methamphfttamine distributors charged and taken into fed­ eral custody." Williams said Davis and Logan had surrendered to authorities and are presently awaiting trial in Abingdon, Va. Special recognition will b< The Armed Forces Tribute who were not involved last is gaining momentum! year are encouraged to send given to WWII and Korear With approximately 300 their information in as soon Veterans this year. Col. Johr biographies of veterans, as possible. UNC-TV will Marsh, JROTC Commander K troops and deceased veterans have a reporter attending will read the Roll Call o: turned in for publication in the event and may want to Veterans who have passec Fugitives the August 24th special edition interview WWII veterans for away this past year. If you Meanwhile, the saga of the newspaper insert, excitement a documentary that will air on have lost a family membei three alleged drug dealers has among veterans, troops and PBS in September. Coverage and want to include thai ended in Ashe County jail. their families and supporters of the event will be broadcast veteran in the Roll Call In April, deputies with on UNC-TV Wednesday, Aug. please call 982-7433 anc is rising. See Military, page 5/ the Sheriff's Office went to Information about veterans 29 at 7:30 p.m. a home near West Jefferson and troops that didn't with warrants for three per­ make the deadline Photo courtesy of the Ashe sons. But when they arrived, for the special edition County Sheriff's Department the suspects had fled. newspaper insert Earlier this summer, Mel- Jeffrey D. Davis may be printed in the vin Allen Wollard, 36, former­ Friday, Aug. 24 edition ly of Florida, was arrested. of the Jefferson Post if He is charged with sale and provided by 11:30 a.m. delivery of marijuana, pos­ on Tuesday, Aug. 21 to session with intent to sell and Vicky Moody at the AF distribute marijuana, sale and Bank office at 21 East delivery of a Schedule III con­ Ashe Street across from trolled substance, possession Fraser's Restaurant with intent to sell and deliver in downtown West a Schedule III controlled sub­ Jefferson. stance and conspiracy to sell A special thanks and deliver marijuana. to Parker Tie for This month, authorities in donating the materials Jacksonville, Fla., arrested for the Wall of Honor the other two fugitives. They and to Walter Pugh's are: Construction II class Photo courtesy of Vicky Mood) •Jeffrey Gwyn Roten, 45, at Ashe County High Visitors to the Ashe County Armed Forces Tribute on Saturday, Aug who is charged with sale and School for building the 25 at Family Central can get their picture taken in the cockpit of an FA Photo courtesy of the Ashe delivery of marijuana, con­ wall. Phantom and take home an 8x10 photo of themselves "in the dangei spiracy to sell and deliver County Sheriff's Department World Warllveterans zone!" See Charges, page 5A Pam Logan Don't miss the 2nd Annual Ola Belle Reed Homecom­ ing Festival this weekend in Lansing with an extended lineup of music and special activities. The festival will be held at the American Legion Memo­ rial Ball Field and Old Lan­ sing School at 9710 N. High­ way 194 in Lansing. Events are planned Friday begin­ ning at 6 p.m. with fireworks at dark, admission $5; all day Saturday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. with music, food, crafts and more, admission $15; and concludes on Sun­ day with a worship service and afternoon music until 7 p.m., admission $5. The Lansing American Legion Auxiliary is selling barbecue chicken plates for eat-in at the event or carryout. Those wishing to pur­ by Jim Thompson Editor Ola Belle Reed Festival starts tonight in Lansing chase the meals for carryout are not required to pay an admission fee to the fes­ tival. The festival will feature the music of Ola Belle's hus­ band and sons, musicians who played with her over the years, newer groups that are carrying on her tradi­ tion, and local talent. Through the generosity of Wayne Henderson, one of the greatest instrument makers alive, organizers are raffling a Henderson D 18 guitar to raise funds for the festival. Tickets are $1 per chance or 6 chances for $5. The draw­ ing will be held at the festi­ val on Sunday, Aug. 19 at 6 p.m. You need not be pres­ ent to win. Schedule Friday, Aug. 17 Ola Belle's Birthday Bash and Festival Kick-Off. 6 p.m.: Ola Belle Reed Family and Friends 24 Hour Old Time Pickin' Session Be­ gins (going for the Guinness Book of World Records) 7 p.m.: Elkville String Band 8 p.m.: Grayson High­ lands Band 9 p.m.: Fireworks Dis­ play; 24 Hour Pickin' Ses­ sion continues in Old Lan­ sing School Due to lack of participa tion, the banjo and fiddle con tests have been cancelled. Saturday, Aug. 18 10 a.m.-10 p.m.: Music food and crafts all day at tht American Legion Ball Field 24 hour pickin' ends at 6pir in the Old Lansing School 10 a.m.: Mark Brine 11 a.m.: Rock Bottoir See Festival, page 5/ Local man completes visits to all 50 states by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Traveling the country is a dream of many people for their retirement years. But one local young man decided not to wait for his golden years to pursue his dream. He wanted to visit every state in the Union by the time he was 30. "I always enjoyed travel­ ing, and when I got out of col­ lege I thought I'd keep track of all the places I've been," said Shawn Dain of the Buf­ falo community. "I was rock­ ing a chimney in Wilkesboro with a friend (Kent Hartzog) one day, and we talked about what we'd like to do. He said he'd like to go out West. That was in May of 2001." Shawn said he and Kent both knew people out West with Ashe County connec­ tions. "We started brain­ storming about where all we Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@ieffer8onpo8t.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com Photos courtesy of Shawn Dain Ashe resident Shawn Dain will have stories for a lifetime about reaching his goal of visiting every state. He was in New York City two months before the World Trade Center towers fell (pictured with Cyrus Hurley) and completed his mission two months ago when he traveled to the Arctic Circle In Alaska. The logo on Shawn's T-shirt, 'Posse,' is in tribute to his group of friends, including Hurley, Will Kemp and Kent Hartzog, who accompanied him on some of his travels, along with Capt. Adam Barlow serving in Afghanistan and others. Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,688 27,409 U.S. service people killed (as of 8/15) U.S. service people wounded (as of 8/15) Signing planned at Skyland Books Ellie Kirby of Grayson County, Va., will sign copies of her children's book, 'The Legend of Caty Sage," on Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Skyland Books & Gifts. The book, which the author also illustrated, tells the story of a child named Caty Sage who disappeared from a farm in Grayson County in 1792. In 1848 her brother Charles found a white woman living with an Indian tribe in knew people, and called then: to ask if we could crash with them and then planned oui route based on that," he said. Shawn and Kent took of in a car that summer, travel ing through the Midwest tc the Rocky Mountains and or to the California coast. Thej drove up the Pacific Coast t( the Northwest and across the upper Midwest back home. The friends drove ovei 9,000 miles in 19 days through 24 states, at a time when gas was still about $1.20 a gal Ion. "We saw a lot of the coun try," Shawn said. And il seemed that almost every where they went they founc reminders of home. One of the prettiest towns Shawn said he remembers is Leadville, Colorado. They met a lady there from Tennessee who recognized their accents See Trip, page 5/ Kansas and became convinced that she was Caty. Through the years the story has been retold many times and has become a legend in Southwest Virginia. For more information, call Skyland Books & Gifts at 846-2660. Americana singer at Bohemia Americana music from the foothills comes to Bohemia coffee shop this Saturday. Stevie Blue Shoes will bring his unique sounds to down­ town West Jefferson from 2 to 4 p.m. �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, AUGUST 17, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SOCIALS Miller-Bost wed in Jefferson Jefferson Landing in Jef­ ferson, North Carolina was the setting of an outdoor wedding uniting Tyler Alexandrea Miller and David Nicholas Bost. The nuptials took place at 6 o'clock in the evening on June 9th at Riv­ erside Park along the his­ toric New River. Elegant En­ sembles of Greensboro, Mr. Randy Gambill and Mr. Wes Tuttle, soloists, provided mu­ sic for the occasion. The Rev­ erend Daniel Criscoe, close friend of the bride and groom officiated the ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Matthew and Lois Miller of Wilkesboro. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. Erma Badger and the late James A. Badger, and Mrs. Maxine Miller and the late J. Paul Miller of Jefferson. Tyler at­ tended West Wilkes High School and is a cum laude graduate of the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. While attending the univer­ sity, Tyler was inducted into the National Society of Colle­ giate Scholars, the Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society, and the Honor Society of Nursing, Sigma Theta Tau. Tyler re­ ceived a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing and is em­ ployed by Suburban Pediatric Clinic in Concord. She will be returning to graduate school in August to become a nurse practitioner. The groom is the son of David and Terri Bost of Rock­ well. He is grandson of Mrs. Donnie Willis of Burlington and the late Mr. and Mrs. Paul Bost of Rockwell. Nick attended East Rowan High School. He continued his education at RowanCabarrus Community College and the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Nick received a degree in business and is vice-president of Paul Bost Trucking Company. Mr. David Bost, father of the groom, was best man. Tyler chose her sister, Mrs. Brittney Pierce of Monroe to be her matron of honor. Miss Kristin Lyall of North Wil­ kesboro, and best friend of the bride, was maid of hon­ or. Mrs. Jayme Phelps from Faith, and sister of the groom, was the bridesmaid. Miss Holly Holman, cousin of the bride of Chapel Hill and Miss Sarah Grant, friend and col­ lege room-mate of the bride from Concord, attended the guest registry. Miss Cagney Reeves, cousin of the bride was the program attendant. Nick chose his best friends, Mr. Shane Barger of Hope Mill and Mr. Jeremy Foster of Gold Hill to be his grooms­ men. Ushers were Mr. Ryan Houck of Fleetwood, Mr. Nathaniel Holman of Nash­ ville, Tennessee, and Mr. Jon Miller of Raleigh, all cousins of the bride; Mr. Nik Phelps of Faith, brother-in-law of the groom; and Mr. Kevin Pierce of Monroe, brother-in-law of the bride. Mrs. Jennifer Hol­ man, aunt of the bride direct­ ed the wedding. Tyler was escorted by her father, Mr. Matthew Miller to a beautiful pink, satin cov­ ered canopy overlooking the New River. The canopy was designed and constructed especially for Tyler by the groom's mother. The bride wore a white, classic Prin­ cess Ball gown with a strap­ less, beaded bodice and full tulle skirt. The ensemble was completed by a three tiered, beaded, illusion veil and sil­ ver entwined tiara accented with swarowski crystals. Her bouquet was made of white roses and also accented with Swarowski crystals. Following a wedding trip to the Hawaiian Islands, the newlyweds will reside at 329 Valleybrook Lane in Concord, North Carolina. Reception Immediately following the wedding ceremony guests were invited to attend a cock­ tail hour and reception at The Club at Jefferson Land­ ing celebrating the marriage of Mr. and Mrs. David Nicho­ las Bost. David VanHoy entertained the wedding guests during the cocktail hour with a va­ riety of love songs played on the piano. "Latitude", a fivemember band from Asheville, North Carolina provided dance music for the rest of the evening. Mr. Danny Hol­ man, uncle of the bride, was the master of ceremony. At the cocktail hour, guests were served vegetables, dips, and a montage of cheese, as­ sorted breads and crackers and drinks of their choice. Once the bridal party ar­ rived and were introduced by Mr. Holman, guests were escorted to a buffet to enjoy a salad bar and dressings, a fruit bar and dips, chilled shrimp, chicken fingers and condiments, a carving sta­ tion of steamboat round of beef and fresh rolls, a pasta station, and a potato mar­ tini bar. A pink wedding cake with black accents featuring layers of amaretto, chocolate, and strawberry was served for dessert. The evening ended with the newlyweds exiting through an archway of bubbles, spar­ klers and confetti. Nick and Tyler drove away in a special truck that once belonged to the groom's late grandfather, Paul M. Bost. The 1962 Mack "B" Model was lovingly re­ stored by Nick and his father for this joyous occasion. Ms. Rebecca Houck, aunt of the bride and Ms. Andrea Reeves, cousin of the bride were the reception directors. Greeters were Mr. and Mrs. Tim Wentz of Millers Creek, Mr. Courtlyn Reeves of West Jefferson, and Mr. and Mrs. Lynn Bost from Rockwell. Mrs. Cindy Davis and Mrs. Bobbie Bumgarner of Wilkes­ boro and Mrs. Jackie Badger of Jefferson, aunt of bride, and Mrs. Jean Reeves of West Jefferson assisted at the re­ ception. Rehearsal Dinner David and Terri Bost, par­ ents of the prospective groom were hosts at a luau in honor of the bridal couple, on Friday evening, June 8 at The Grille at Jefferson Landing. Guests were served grilled hamburg­ ers, hot dogs, chicken and all the trimmings. A variety of salads, chili, baked beans and cole slaw were also served. A delicious groom's cake depict­ ing the Hawaiian Islands was served under the tiki hut made especially for the oc­ casion by the groom's father. Mrs. Kendra Eller provided music for the evening. Special toasts were given by many of the bridal couple's friends and family. Courtesies Extended On Sunday, April the 29th, Tyler Alexandrea Miller, bride-elect of David Nicholas Bost was given a bridal show­ er at the Wesley Outreach Center in Millers Creek. The guests enjoyed strawberry sherbet punch, a chocolate fountain with fresh fruit, cheeseballs, and a fresh coco­ nut cake. Many friends and relatives of the Miller and Bost families attended the event. The shower was given by Rebecca Houck, Andrea Reeves, and Devon Houck. Nicholas Bost, prospective groom of Tyler Miller enjoyed a week-end Bachelor's Party and fishing trip to Ocean Isle, North Carolina on May 26th. The happy occasion was host­ ed by several of Nick's friends and members of the wedding party. Tyler Miller was honored at a bridal brunch on Sat­ urday, May the 5th at Fine Friends Cafe in North Wil­ kesboro. The event was host­ ed by Cindy Davis and Bob­ bie Bumgarner. The bridal couple's grandmothers, moth­ ers, aunts, and attendants at­ tended the brunch. Oakwoods Country Club was the site for a Couple's Shower and Bar-B-Que hon­ oring the prospective bride and groom, Tyler Miller and Nicholas Bost. The guests enjoyed a delicious buffet of Couple to mark 64th anniversary Mrs. David Nicholas Bost barbeque with all the trim­ mings and a variety of des­ serts. "Sassafrass", a local bluegrass band entertained the couples with music for listening and dancing. The special event was hosted by Brad and Melanie Shinaman, Danny and Jennifer Holman, Tim and Tonya Wentz, Mike and Ava Miller, and Kristin Lyall and Matt Davis. On Sunday, May 6th, Tyler Miller and Nick Bost were given a luncheon shower by Mr. and Mrs. Donald Bost and Mr. and Mrs. Earl Hill. The event took place at Mr. and Mrs. Hill's lake house on High Rock Lake. Many mem­ bers of the Bost family were present to meet the prospec­ tive bride and her family and friends. An elegant buffet was prepared by Nick's aunt, Mrs. Paula Jean Hill. The couple pie and guests enjoyed deliciou food and gracious hospit R ity. Tyler and Nick receive many nice gifts to celebrate ate their upcoming wedding. Brittney Pierce and Hol­ ly Holman presented Tyler Miller with a Bachelorette Party and lingerie shower on Saturday, May 12th at the Hilton Center City in down­ town Charlotte. High school friends, fellow nursing stu- dents, and college roommates joined the bride-to-be's sister and cousin at the over-night event. Tyler is bride-elect of Nicholas Bost of Rockwell. Mr. Gene Johnson and Mr. and Mrs. Donnie Williamson of Graham recently celebrat­ ed the upcoming marriage of their nephew, David Nicho­ las Bost to Tyler Alexandrea Miller. On Sunday, May 20th, Mr. Johnson and Mr and Mrs. Williamson hosted a bar­ beque for friends and family members of the prospective bride and groom. Tyler Alexandrea Miller and David Nicholas Bost were honored at a wedding shower on Thursday, May 31st by the employees of Suburban Pedi­ atric Clinic of Concord. Tyler is a nurse at the clinic. Mrs. Erma Badger and Mrs. Maxine Miller of Jef­ ferson hosted a Bridesmaids' Luncheon in honor of their gjjanddqpghter,Tyler Alexan­ f drea Miller, and her bridal attendants. The celebration was on Saturday, June 2nd at Fraser's in West Jefferson. Special out-of-town guests were Mrs. David Bost of Rockwell, Mrs. Nik Phelps of Faith, and Mrs. Cindy Davis and Mrs. Bobbie Bumgarner ofWilkesboro. Paul and Jane Howell of West Jefferson celebrate their 64th wedding anniversary on Monday, August 20. They met in 1942 at the roller skating rink in Neptune, New Jersey. Shortly after, they were married in her parent's home. Together, they have traveled the country and lived in six states. But Ashe County has always been home. After three children, four grandchildren and two great grandchildren, they are hap­ py to sit and leave the skating to their grandkids. They plan to celebrate their love with friends and family, picnicking at the newly constructed New River State Park pic­ nic shelter, Monday at 5:00 pm. 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Tour loving J amilies �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, AUGUST 17, 2007 PAGE 3A SOCIALS Fox-Miller exchange vows In a double ring ceremony, Mary Carolyn Miller and Da­ vid Wayne Fox were united in holy matrimony at 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 21, 2007 at Round Knob Baptist Church, West Jefferson, NC by Rever­ end Keith Elledge. The bride is the daughter of the late Ev­ erett and Hazel Miller of West Jefferson, NC. She is cur­ rently employed by Leviton Mfg. in West Jefferson, NC. The groom is the son of Mrs. Edna Fox of Kannapolis, NC, and the late James Boyd Fox, also of Kannapolis, NC. He is currently employed by the US Postal Service in Hickory, NC. The bride was escorted and given in marriage by her brother, Mr. Luther Miller, of West Jefferson, NC. Matron of honor was Mrs. Martha Cox of West Jefferson, NC, sister of the bride. Brides­ maids were Mrs. Kathy Miller, sister-in-law of the bride, and Mrs. Jan Pardue, cousin of the bride, both from West Jeffer­ son, NC. Mrs. Margaret For­ rester from Tullahoma, TN, best friend from high school, and Mrs. Sherry Pugh from Hildebran, NC, a friend of the bride, were also bridesmaids. The groom's best man was Mr. Danny Fox from West Jef­ ferson, NC, the groom's broth­ er. Groomsmen were Mr. Dan­ iel Miller, Mr. Douglas Cox and Mr. Joshua Cox, nephews of the bride, and all from West Jefferson, NC. Mr. Jon Fox from Concord, NC, nephew of the groom, was also a grooms­ man. The flower girl was Miss Madelaine Fox, niece of the groom, from Concord, NC. The ring bearer was Master Ethan Cox, nephew of the bride, from West Jefferson, NC. Guest register attendant. was Miss Julie Cox, niece of the bride, from West Jeffer­ son, NC. Program attendants were Miss Amber Cox and Miss Stephanie Cox, nieces of the bride, both from West Jef­ ferson, NC. The wedding was directed by Mrs. Melissa Ashley of Warrensville, NC. Parking attendants were Mr. Ernest Severt, brother of the bride, from West Jefferson, NC, and Mr. Steven Severt, nephew of the bride, from Glendale Springs, NC. Video service were provided by Mr. David Cox, nephew of the bride, from West Jefferson, NC. The pho­ tographer was Mrs. Angela Shepherd from Warrensville, NC. Reception greeters were Mrs. Rebecca Snyder of Mill­ ers Creek, NC, and Mrs. Rose Stidhams of West Jefferson, NC, both cousins of the bride. Following a honeymoon to Las Vegas, Nevada, the couple are now residing in West Jef­ ferson, NC. (MS)—Psychologists have suggested that color impression Miss Charity Kim Ashley ams, all of Greenville. can account for 60 percent of the and Mr. Robert D. Stokes, Kim, who resides in acceptance or rejection of a prod­ III proudly announce their Greenville, is a 1995 gradu­ uct or service. Color is the first engagement. Kim is the ate of Northwest Ashe High thing noticed and the last thing daughter of Bendy Penning­ School, a graduate of Lenoir- forgotten. Similarly, the colors ton of Warrensville, NC and Rhyne College, East Caro­ you choose to wear, or with which Jerry and Sara Ashley of lina University and Duke you decorate your home, can af­ West Jefferson, NC. She is University. She is a Physi­ fect your mood. So choosing the the granddaughter of Pau­ cian Assistant at Carolina right palette can be important. line Lewis and the late Paul Breast and Oncologic Sur­ While different shades of Lewis, as well as Paul Ashley gery. Robbie, who also re­ color hues may evoke different and the late Ruth Ashley all sides in Greenville, is a 1995 feelings in people and could be of Warrensville. She is also graduate of DH Conley High representative of different cul­ the granddaughter of Rhonal School and a graduate of NC tures around the world (white and Francis Wilcox of Hel­ State University with de­ is used for weddings in Western ton, NC. Robbie is the son of grees in Computer and Elec­ societies but for funerals among Mr. and Mrs. Robert Stokes, trical Engineering. He is a traditional Chinese), in general Jr. of Greenville, NC. He is Web Systems Analyst with these basic colors typically rep­ resent the following: the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. the City of Greenville. Blue: Warm blues, such as Robert Stokes, Sr. as well as The couple plans a No­ Mrs Edna Earle Adams and vember 24, 2007 wedding in periwinkle and turquoise have a calming effect when used as the the late Eugene Dalton Ad­ Greenville, NC. room's main colors. This makes them perfect for bathrooms and bedrooms. Very dark blues can cause feelings of sadness, while very light blues may come off as sterile or institutional. Darker blues are also seen as the "au­ thority" color. People may asso­ ciate them with business or law enforcement. Blue is the No. 1 choice of corporate America. Red: Reds have been shown to raise blood pressure and heart rate.They stir upexcitement and energy in a room. Red is popu­ lar for living rooms and dining rooms when you want to encour­ age conversation.It could also be a good choice for an entryway if you want to make a bold first im­ pression. However, red and pink tend to trigger sharp emotion!. sharp emotion!, Those who are already edgy may get pushed over the edge in rooms of these colors. Yellow: An uplifting and hap­ py color, yellow is good for kitch­ ens and bathrooms, or small spaces that need a boost of sun­ shine. Yellow can feel expansive and welcoming, but it should be used in moderation since this color is the most taxing on the eyes. In some people it can cause irritability. Choose pale shades of yellow rather than vivid yel­ lows if you are making it a main focal point of a room. Green: Green is a color that is applicable for any room in the house. It is versatile and one of the most restful colors for the eye. It has a calming affect when used as a main component for decorating. Orange: Hues of orange elicit excitement and energy, similar to reds. They're great for exercise rooms or where a boost of energy is needed.Some also believe they stimulate appetite, which is why many fast-food chains use' or­ ange as an accent color in their restaurants. Purple: Light purples, such as lavender, can be restful like blues, but run less risk of seem­ ing cold or sterile. Darker pur­ ples appear opulent and can pro­ vide depth as a secondary color. They are also mysterious and lend themselves well to creative spaces. Charity Kim Ashley and Robert D. Stokes III Mr. and Mrs. David Wayne Fox Ashley-Stokes engaged to wed How color affects your moods C—J Baby News Mirriah Joan and Daniel Lee McGuire of West Jef­ ferson announce the birth of their daughter, Elizabeth Grace McGuire. She was born Aug. 3, 2007, at Ashe Memorial Hospital, weighed 7 pounds, 15.3 ounces and was 20 inches long. She was welcomed home by her big brothers, William and Eli Mc­ Guire. Grandpar­ ents are Debbie and Junior McGuire and Delores Rose. Brittany Brown and Vester Pruitt of Crumpler announce the birth of their son, Traython Dyce Pruitt. He was born Aug. 3, 2007, at Ashe Memorial Hospital, weighed 6 pounds, 1 ounce and was 18.3 inches long. Grandparents are Shir­ ley and Rhonda Pruitt and Martha Brown. Amanda and Bobby Hodges of Fleetwood an­ nounce the birth of their son, Justice Malachi Hodg­ es. He was born Aug. 13, 2007, at Ashe Memori­ al Hospital, weighed 7 pounds and 14 ounces and was 19.5 inches long. Grandparents are Jerry Shepherd, Michael and Terry Hodges and Lisa Roberts; greatgrandparents are Edward and Shelby Stuart. For M Your Service and Part Needs Visit our State of the Art Department GYMNASTICS OF ASHE VHfc V* 1 I 1 NEW Classes for Fall! • "Boys Only" Class! • Advance Tumbling Class! • "Cheer Bear" Class (for Ages 4 - 6) • "Mommy & Me" Class (for Ages 1 - 2JJ REGISTRATION Dates & Times www.GYMOFASHE.com • Saturday, August 11 •Monday, • Flexible Tuition Plans • Awesome Birthday Parties! 1 • Wednesday, August 22 From 3:30 to 6:30 pm 336-246-2460 • West Jefferson, NC WARRANTY The employees of West Jefferson Chevrolet gather to offer congratulations to the Service Department for winning the Service Satisfaction Trophy from General Motors - Chevrolet Charlotte Zone for January, July, and August 2007. Sixteen dealerships compete for the trophy. It is awarded each month by General Motors to the dealership in the Chevrolet Charlotte Zone with the highest score in Customer Satisfaction, based on surveys returned to General Motors from customers having warranty repairs performed by the dealership. WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD - WE'LLTREAT YOU LIKE FAMILY August 13 • Wednesday, August 15 BOYS & GIRLS- ACES 2.5 to 18 100,000 MILE West Jefferson Chevrolet 1773 Mount Jefferson Rd. West Jefferson, NC 28694 (336) 846-4636 www. wjchevy, net �Public Opinion PA ( PAGE 4A - were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapei s without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 178 V Editorial Election process is out of hand In recent days, we have watched the unedifying process of our neighbors to the south and several other states race backwards in order to have early presi­ dential primaries. The concept is simple. The states with early prima­ ries get more attention from more candidates and the media. That theoretically offers more hope for future help from winners, as well as some free national pub­ licity through the media. That is all well and good, but we are now facing the possibility of the "first" primaries taking place in December of this year— almost 11 months before Election Day! The election process is already over two years long, especially when there is no incumbent run­ ning, and this move threat­ ens to make it longer. This incredibly long elec­ tion process is not benefi­ cial to our system of govern­ ment. By the time the talk­ ing and debating is over, a fair percentage of the American electorate is sick of the whole business and just wishes the television ads (and the candidates) would disappear. It would not be rash to suggest that our pathetically low voter turnout rates may be the result of voter boredom and frustration. Our friends and allies the British manage to conduct their elections in about eight FRIDAY, AUGUST 17, 2007 A turn of phrase... weeks time. The process is intense, but it is also a rea­ sonable length. Candidates get their message across, everyone has the same amount of time, and they manage to maintain their constitutional monarchy (which is really basically a republic, except in name) successfully. We might want to take a closer look. We might even look back in our history a fairly short ways. It was not too long ago that presidential candidates did not even campaign on their own behalfs, and the whole election process took a relatively few months. This was the process that gave us Abraham Lincoln and Theodore Roosevelt, among others. If we do not reform the process, the future prospects are not good. In 10 years, the first primaries may well be in late summer of the year before. The cost of getting elected will exceed the gross national products of most developing nations. And, very likely, more and more voters will be exiting the whole process in disgust. There is no question that electing a president is the single most important elec­ toral event in our nation. It is worthy of considerable time and effort—but it does no one any good to turn the process into an exhausting marathon. Shortening, not lengthening, the campaign season is in order. RALEIGH - So I was reading a Raleigh News & Observer editorial about the legislature's enactment of the 2007-09 state budget when a telling turn of phrase caught my eye. Discussing the spirited battle this year about wheth­ er to allow North Carolina counties to impose a local tax on real-estate transfers, the newspaper noted that the outcome was a choice - coun­ ties can hold a referendum either to raise their sales-tax rates by .25 percent or impose the .4 percent transfer tax. In Wake County, the trans­ fer tax is projected to yield $40 million a year while the sales tax will yield about $12 million less. "Given the ex­ tent of the needs," the news­ paper opined, "Wake voters might be wise to opt for all the revenue they can get, via the transfer tax." All the revenue they can "get"? From whom, exactly? A more appropriate construc­ tion would be "all the revenue they can give up." More ap­ propriate, that is, if you are looking at the matter from the tax-payers' point of view rather than the tax-spenders point of view. Now, it is true that the uni­ verse of county taxpayers is a bit larger than the universe of county voters. Some of the incidence of a transfer tax on home and land sales will probably be borne by people who reside outside of your county, be they sellers, buy­ ers, or persons representing them. But the vast majority of revenue from the new tax will come from current or future county residents. The main difference is one of time - property taxes obligate us to pay every year, while transfer taxes essentially store up the equivalent tax obligation to be discharged in a lump sum in the future (by the way, the £>7007 real cost of that obliga­ tion is higher with the transfer tax because, unlike the propJohn Hood erty tax, it is not deductible from federal tax­ able income). The same is true for sales taxes, of course. While some of the tax burden is borne by out-of-town buyers (or sell­ ers), the vast majority of the tax incidence falls on county residents. No, the editorial's peculiar phrasing of county voters hav­ ing an interest in "getting" as much revenue from a moreexpensive tax cannot really be due to a careful analysis of cross-county money flows. The real explanation is that, to many politicians, spend­ ing lobbies, and editorialists of a like mind, taxation is assumed to be a net good. It removes money from people less likely to spend it wisely (i.e. those who earned it) and transfers it to people more likely to spend it wisely (i.e. the political class). The more taxation there is, the more "investment" there is in gov­ ernment programs that ben­ efit most or all of the popula­ tion. You don't have to be a freemarket guy like me to recog­ nize that this view of taxation is fraught with peril (though it helps). While some- degree of taxation is a net positive, because it finances necessary public services, there is a point of diminishing returns - a point at which whatev­ er benefits might accrue to greater government spend­ ing are offset by the benefits of the goods and services that would have purchased with the money taxed away. Those who think govern­ ment is too small either don't believe there is a point of di­ minishing returns or believe it lies way off in the future (believing as they do that a tax burden of one-third, roughly the current average figure for taxation at all levels of government, is insufficient to the task). Since the voting public isn't inclined to agree, these spending lobbies prefer to create a multiplicity of tax options, many of them hidden in fine print or the prices of good and services. That way, voters aren't really sure how much government costs them, and are less opposed to the next increment of taxation, particularly if they aren't sure how the new tax will af­ fect them personally. Another telling moment for me was my service a cou­ ple of years ago on a state­ wide commission examining tax-reform options for North Carolina. I proposed that be­ cause properly constructed income and sales taxes have essentially the same tax base, we should just merge the two taxes into one, saving some administrative and compli­ ance costs while giving North Carolinians a clearer sense of their total state tax bill. "We can't do that," said one of my fellow committee mem­ bers, a powerful state senator. "The tax rate would be some­ thing like 10 percent, and the voters would revolt." Well, yes. Voters under­ stand, even if newspaper edi­ torialists do not, that when the tax burden rises, most of them will be givers, not get­ ters. John Hood is president of the John Locke Foundation and publisher of CarolinaJournal.com. Good news on an famed apple tree * Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Production Manager Graphic Artist/Webmaster Sports/General News Reporter Business Manager Receptionist Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Linda Burchette Coy Powers Wendy Cole Michael Graybeal Sandra Osborne Kelly Blevins Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson 1 imes Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. If you have heard enough from me about my favorite apple tree, read no further. Some of my friends walk in another direction when I bring up the saga of the Mattamuskeet apple tree that once grew in the front yard of my neighbor, H.G. Jones, the former curator of the North Carolina Collection at UNCChapel Hill. Jones is still a workhorse in efforts to pre­ serve and share the stories and tangible reminders of North Carolina's past. Here is another warning. If you do not like sad stories, stop right now, unless you do not mind a sad story that has a happy ending, or the hope for one. The story of my connec­ tion with the Mattamuskeet apple tree is a long one. The short version follows. For years, local history organi­ zations all over North Caro­ lina have called on Dr. Jones to give talks about our past. When the question of the amount of the honorarium or fee came up, he always de­ clined. He said that he was already paid by the taxpay­ ers to spread the word about North Carolina history. But when a grateful group offered him an apple pie af­ ter one of his talks, Jones took it. Word got around, and he starting bringing home apple pies after almost every presentation. The folks in Hyde County upped the ante. A few days after giving a talk near Lake Mattamuskeet, Jones found a sapling planted in his front yard in Chapel Hill near the . n .1. A _ _ L a... 4-It !»• S c h o o l a n d t h r i v e d r e m i n d e d m e o f strong enough to show that of Gov- how young people from the it is back. Someday soon I eminent far reaches of the state come will be making Mattamus­ build- to Chapel Hill as young sap- keet apple cobbler again and bragging about the H.G. ing. The lings, grow up and thrive, grateEach fall, I celebrated Jones tradition of service. ful folks these traditions by "stealing" D.G. Martin is the host of from an armload of Mattamuskeet UN C-TVs North Carolina Hyde apples and baking a cobbler, County with lots of sugar and butter Bookwatch, which airs Fri­ had giv- to complement the apples' days at 9:30 p.m. and Sun­ D.G. Martin days at 5 p.m. www.unctv. en him tart taste. Check So, what is the sad part of org! ncbookwatch!. a young his blog and view prior pro­ Mattamuskeet apple tree, this story? Dr. Jones sold his house grams at www.unctv.org I nc­ with the hope that it would provide Jones with a lifetime and moved to the Galloway bookwatch / This week's (August 17,19) supply of fruit for his favor­ Ridge retirement community guest is James Dodson, au­ a few miles from Chapel Hill. ite pies. Actually, there was little Last year, the new owners, thor of "Beautiful Madness," a golf writer's passionate hope for the tree. It was per­ not knowing that the scragmemoir describing his love fectly adapted for the East­ gly apple tree in their front for gardens and gardening. ern North Carolina coastal yard had historical signifi­ region. Who knew whether cance, cut it down as part of it could survive in the quite a landscaping plan. I blamed myself for not different conditions of the Piedmont? But survive it telling the new owners about did. It thrived in its adopted the special value of their The editorial page of the location, shooting forth limbs tree. Jefferson Post is available, I wrote in this column, "I and bearing fruit every fall. free of charge, for readers For me this apple tree was will just have to find other to express their views. All symbolic of two good things— ways to remember what Jones it takes is a letter to the important good things. First, did and what we should do." editor. The subject of the Each day, when I passed it was a reminder of H.G. letters should be a matter Jones's philosophy of service the stump, I shook my head of community interest and to the state: Going beyond and grieved just a little. should be limited to 700 Then one day in the early the call of duty without ask­ words. Letters must be signed ing for anything extra, grate­ summer last year, I saw a with an address and ful for the opportunity to couple of green sprouts push­ phone number for verifi­ serve and accepting nothing ing out from the apple tree s cation purposes. Only the more than an apple pie or stump. The new owners en­ writer's name and com­ an apple tree. The tree rep­ thusiastically agreed to give munity will be published. resented the best of an ex­ the sprouts a chance to grow, Letters must not be libel­ emplary tradition of service, and grow they did with their ous and no poetry will be one that is quietly shared by own brand of enthusiasm. accepted for publication. This year those Spouts many other employees of the Please address: To the are strong limbs reaching up state and its universities. Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Also, the way the Mat­ way above where I can touch Box 808, West Jefferson, tamuskeet apple tree from them. Even though there will NC 28694 or email to jthompson @ jeffersonHyde County took to the not be Mattamuskeet apples post.com. Chapel Hill environment this year, the tree is big and Express your views �FRIDAY, AUGUST 17, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Festival continued from front page Bluegrass Noon: Wolfe Brothers 1 p.m.: Pole Cat Creek 2 p.m.: Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer 3 p.m.: Demolition String Band 4 p.m.: Blue Ridge Round­ ers 5 p.m.: Dan Paisley and the Southern Grass 6 p.m.: White Top Moun­ tain Band 7 p.m.: Tim O'Brien 8 p.m.: Old Time Jam Ses­ sion Workshops will be held on Saturday, Aug. 18 at the Old Lansing School, an Historic WPA Building. 11:30 a.m.: Banjo-David Reed and Boo Reiners 12:30 p.m.: Guitar-Mark Brine 1:30 p.m.: Fiddle-Tim O'Brien 2:30 p.m.: Mandolin-Vic­ tor Evdokimoff 3:30 p.m.: SongwritinWgLaurelyn Dossett and Kari Sickenberger Sunday, Aug. 19 will feature a worship service and afternoon music. 11 a.m.: Non-Denomina­ tional Worship Service with Ola Belle Reed Family and Friends Noon: Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer 1 p.m.: DJ and Randy Sheets 2 p.m.: Blue Ridge Round­ ers 3 p.m.: Chris Testerman and Friends 4 p.m.: Randy Paisley, Steve Lewis, Scott Freeman, Josh Scott 5 p.m.: Jeff Little and Steve Lewis 6 p.m.: Tim O'Brien 7 p.m.: Bluegrass Jam Session and Ola Belle Reed Family Farewell Schedules are subject to change. The festival is a non-profit event to benefit Greater Lan­ sing Area Development (G. L.A.D). Visit www.olabellefest.com for details and tick­ et information or call Beth Rembert at 336-384-5716. to the audience and answer questions. Coordinating the troops in Iraq will be MAJ Randall Baucom with the 1st 'Ironhorse' Brigade, 1st Cavalry Division at Camp Taji, Iraq. Everyone is encouraged to ask a veteran or service member to be recognized at your club meetings, church services and classrooms beginning Sunday, Aug. 19. Please take photographs of your event and send them to Bill Weaver at Ashe County High School. His Digital Communications and Applications I classes will include the photographs in a patriotic slide show they are preparing that will be broadcast on the big screen at Family Central on Aug. 25. Groups are needed to have children create cards to send to troops overseas both during the week and at the Saturday event. Patriotic art submissions are to be turned in today (Aug. 17) at the West Jefferson AF Insurance conference room at 206 S. Jefferson Avenue. Entry fee is $10. Judges for Best of Show, Second Place and Honorable Mention are Stephen Shoemaker, David Shoemaker and a member of the Ashe Arts Council. Next week the art will be on display at local banks as the public will be voting on a People's Choice Award. Due to the extraordinary cost of equipment including a satellite truck, camera truck, sound equipment and an LED video wall, individuals and businesses are encouraged to offer financial support for the items that have to be rented for the event. Local veterans will be standing at major intersections in West Jefferson and Jefferson today and tomorrow (Aug. 17 and 18) to raise funds for these expenses. On Saturday, Aug. 18, WWII veterans will be outside the two entrances of Wal-Mart asking for your financial contributions as they share their stories with you. A commemorative Tshirt will be available for sale the day of the event. Michael Sheehan, former UNC-TV producer who is now an independent TV producer, and Tim Ruffin, an independent TV producer who freelances for CBS and ABC news programs, were in town Wednesday preparing for the technical production that is required for communicating with the troops from around the world at Family Central. Volunteers with technical expertise are needed on the 24th and 25th as the event will be filmed and recorded for a DVD that will be available this fall. Brian Lambeth will be handing the streaming video of the event, while Jody Miller will be working with sound. Jerry Smith has donated his stage for musicians to volunteer to perform. Very special entertainment for the troops and veterans will be provided by Dancin' Debbies, under the direction of Debbie Little. Additional groups are encouraged to volunteer to participate in showing their support in a special way. Volunteers will meet at the VFW Hut in Jefferson at 6 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 20. For more information call 977-1427. Military continued from front page leave a message. All veterans, active troops, and members of the 1450th and 1451st National Guard Units are encouraged to attend the military only lunch at the Armory at 11 a.m. Spouses, families and supporters will have lunch at Family Central, with the military joining them at 1 p.m. to begin the afternoon with the first satellite communication. Wheelchair-bound veterans are the only ones allowed to park at the Armory. Shuttles will run throughout the day as parking at Family Central will be very limited. Special guest speakers at the event will include Col. James Cohn, ranking officer for the North Carolina Army National Guard. Col. Cohn earned his Bachelor's degree from High Point University and has a Master's of Theology from the Houston Graduate School of Theology. He is an ordained minister with the Southern Baptist Association. He has held a variety of command and staff positions in the NC Army National Guard including command of the 5th Battalion, 113th Field Artillery Regiment. He and his wife Debbie have three children and reside in Winston-Salem. At Family Central,folks will see and hear troop members stationed in Iraq and Afghanistan as they appear live on the big screen, speak THE OBSERVATION DECK - imong those whom I like, 1 can find no common denominator, but among those whom 1 love, I can; all of them make me laugh. © 2007 by King Features Syndicate, Inc. World rights rosorvod. Trip continued from front page as being from Tennessee, Vir­ ginia or North Carolina. They were stopped by a trooper in Washington who had been sta­ tioned at Fort Bragg during his military service and had hiked in the North Carolina mountains. A mechanic who fixed their vehicle's universal joint in Billings, Montana was familiar with Boone. It was a fast trip, but as the old Jerry Reed song from "Smokey and the Bandit"says, they had a long way to go and a short time to get there. Plus they had the energy and en­ thusiasm of youth, not mind­ ing the rough and casual ac­ commodations or discomfort from hours on the road. "After I got that first chunk, a guy from Jefferson Landing was going to pay us to move his stuff to Detroit," Shawn said about his next cross country trip. This time, he took another friend, Cyrus Hurley, along. They trav­ eled through several states on the way to Michigan and then headed across the up­ per Northeast and back down through New England. That northern trip was also in 2001. Shawn said he had traveled through the South­ east as a kid, visiting many of the Mid-Atlantic states. He worked for a couple years without traveling, and then in 2003 he and his friend Will Kemp decided to visit the Southwest and travel along Route 66 visiting states such as Arizona, New Mexico and Texas. "That had the lower 48 knocked out when we got that trip done," Shawn said. "That only left Alaska and Hawaii." These two states he thought would prove the most challenging to get to. But for a young man with ingenuity and friends, it proved to be a breeze. "It was Easter of 2006, and Cyrus was playing on the computer and found a great Internet deal on a trip to Ha­ waii," Shawn said. He was on his way. In Hawaii, Shawn met people from many other states, even someone from Lenoir, North Carolina, and he went to the only country western bar in the Islands. The highlight of the trip for him, he said, was seeing the Shawn visited as a child and His next goal? Get mar­ house where "Magnum P.I." would like to see again some­ ried and settle down? Not day. He'd also like to go back yet, for this intrepid traveler. had been filmed. With his birthday arriving to New York City (it's the He's been to Mexico and sev­ in January, time was getting Big Apple after all!) and to eral Scandinavian countries. short for him to achieve his one day visit Alcatraz off the Why not plan on visiting all goal. "It was my mission this coast of California, a day long seven continents? From the year to go to Alaska," Shawn trip that includes the ferry cold of the Russian tundra said. He hoped to visit with ride and tour of the famous to the heat of the Australian Shane and Misti Hopkins, prison. outback, the endless African former residents of Ashe Shawn said he had to visit grasslands and the South who serve as missionaries in the Alamo inTexas for his dad, Pole of Antarctica, there's a Alaska, but Shane was on a a Texan through and through, whole wide world out there missions trip to Mexico at the he said. He had read all about just waiting to be discovered. time. the Alamo and seen all the It was the first week of movies. "I had to go and pay June when Shawn and Cyrus my respects," he said. and Kent set off for the "last Shawn wasn't impressed frontier" state. Alaska is the with the flatness of Iowa and continued from front page country's largest state in area Kansas. It was miles and marijuana (two counts), maitand the largest peninsula in miles of nothing much to see. aining a dwelling for the pur­ the western hemisphere with He did enjoy the flat areas poses of keeping and selling North America's highest peak, of Wyoming where you could a controlled substance, and Mt. McKinley. A visit there is see the mountains in the dis­ maintaing a vehicle for the a true adventure. tance. purposes of keeping and sell­ "It took awhile to plan this Throughout his travels, ing a controlled substance. trip," Shawn said. He and there would be certain things •April Heather Arriola, Cyrus and Kent had a great he or his friends wanted to 21, is charged with sale and time, Shawn said. He got to accomplish, and then they delivery of marijuana, pos­ try caribou and elk and Alas­ would look for other opportu­ session with intent to sell and kan salmon, while Kent took nities, like snorkeling in Ha­ distribute marijuana, sale off on fishing expeditions the waii, stopping along Route 66 and delivery of a Schedule III whole time. "This was my 50th where part of the movie "Rain controlled substance, posses­ state and it was very nice," Man" was filmed, and taking sion with intent to sell and Shawn said. "We met native time to visit Mount Rush- deliver a Schedule III con­ folks. It was probably 60 de­ more. trolled substance, conspiracy grees at the Arctic Circle." "Once you've seen it all, you to sell and deliver marijuana, The traveling gave Shawn can think about where you'd and maintaining a dwelling a great view of America and like to go back and spend for the purposes of keeping some insight as well. Plus it some time," he said, "TThere and selling a controlled sub­ brought his family and friends wasn't any place that wasn't stance. lots of souvenirs. He said his pretty in its own way. I always At press time, Roten was co-workers at Ashe Medical say I'd gladly visit anywhere, being held in Ashe County Associates, where Shawn is and I'd only live here. Maybe jail under a $150,000 secured office manager, would notice there are more impressive bond, while Arriola was be­ his absence and say, "Where's places for a season, but here ing held under a $100,000 se­ Shawn off to this time?" They in Ashe County is all around cured bond. will find little souvenirs on as good as it gets." their desks after his trips and look forward to hearing about his experiences. "I just really enjoyed meet­ ing the people," he said. "It kind of reaffirms your faith in humanity when everybody you meet is nice. The only jerk I met in all 50 states was some guy in New Jersey who almost hit us with his truck and then yelled at me. Every­ where we went we just met nice people." Places he'd like to revisit FOR SERVICES OR EMERGENCIES include Leadville, "a little 24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK bitty town and cold, probably the prettiest place in the low­ For mental health, developmental disabilities er 48"; San Antonio, "because and substance abuse services it seemed like a nice town"; Meeting community needs...one person at a time. and New Orleans, which Charges 1-800-849-6127 or 800-893-6246TTY Commission meets Monday Ashe County Board of Commissioners will meet Monday, Aug. 20 at 3:30 p.m. at the courthouse in Jefferson. A work session prior to the regular meeting will be held at 2 p.m. in the second floor conference room. Items on the regular agenda include: 3:35 p.m.: Ranger Tim Lewis with a forestry service annual report. 3:45 p.m.: Volunteer Coordinator Dawn Goodman with approval of advisory board members and board bylaws. 4 p.m.: Tax Administrator Keith Little with the monthly tax report. 4:10 p.m.: First reading for the solid waste franchise for M& J Disposals. 4:20p.m.:Clay Church with appeal of denial for Present Use Value Assessment. 4:35 p.m.: Closed session on economic development. 5:15 p.m.: Joint meeting with the planning board to discuss land use planning issues. New CVS opens Sunday in West Jeffferson CVS/Pharmacy will be opening for business at their new location on the corner of Route 194 and US Hwy 221 on Sunday, Aug. 19 at 8 a.m. The new store is much larger than the previ­ ous location and features a drive-thru, one hour photo lab and many expanded de­ partments. The CVS next to Ingles will be closing its doors for the last time on Saturday at 1 p.m. in prepa­ ration for the new location's grand opening. Organizers issue picnic clarification In an attempt to provide recognition of individuals who had donated items for the Steve Goss picnic and rally on Aug. 18, the committee planning the picnic inadvertently gave credit to the businesses of some of these individuals. North Carolina campaign finance laws prohibit businesses from makingsuch donations, and Senator Goss will not accept donations from businesses. Individuals may make donations, and the Goss campaign will record such donations as required by the law. For questions or information please call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. The fundraising picnic and rally is planned at West Jefferson Town Park at 5:30 p.m. A $10 admission provides dinner and opportunities to win prizes donated by local individuals. Rep. Cullie Tarleton will also be on hand. Sen. Goss will also be in Ashe County next Friday, Aug. 24, to speak at Ashe Services for Aging around 11 a.m. He will address issues of interest to the county's senior residents. Now in Digital Sounci SHOWTIME Sun-Thurs 7PM Only £n_&^at_7_&_9^PM. hfc. SSk tSlEIG B ElSIS|G •Gp^7 Theatre One Underdog* PG ThAalre Two Ashe County Little Theatre presents GREATER TUNA Two actors play eleven real Texas "characters" Starring Tom Fowler and Robbie Franklin Produced by Jane Lonon Costumes by Cheryl Roberts Aug. 24, 25, 26, 31 and Sept. 1, 2, 2007 Fridays & Saturdays 7:30 pm; Sundays 2:00 pm ASHE CIVIC CENTER • VISA Adults: $10 Students: $5 Reserved Seat Tickets Available at the Ashe Arts Center Call (336) 846-ARTS �PAGE 6A FRIDAY, AUGUST 17, 2007 JEFFERSON POST RELIGION Reach kids to minister to families, pastor says ORLANDO, Fla. (BP)— The way to reach an entire family with the Gospel of Je­ sus Christ is through exciting and meaningful ministries to children and teens. So says Rodney Gage, pastor of Fel­ lowship of Orlando, a church started six years ago by Gage and First Baptist Church in Orlando. After convening in sev­ eral successive locations, the young church is now located in a former retail facility and is booming, having grown in the last 18 months from 100 to about 500 attendees. At the Southern Baptist Convention annual meet­ ing at San Antonio in June, LifeWay Christian Resourc­ es honored the church and Gage with a pastor's excel­ lence in evangelism award. For the 2005-06 church year, Fellowship's record of bap­ tisms ranked among the top 100 SBC churches with 400 members or less. Fellowship's membership is about 275. Fellowship set a goal of baptizing 100 people this church year, Gage said, and has baptized almost 50 peo­ ple thus far. On July 22, Fel­ lowship held a "celebration of baptism" on Cocoa Beach and baptized 34 people. "We're reaching a lot of unchurched young families through our ministries to chil­ dren and students—they're like a store window display," said Gage, who added that parents of children involved in Fellowship's ministries will eventually "peek behind the curtain to see what their kids are so excited about." "That's when they realize, 'Hey, this is for me, too.' "We're also reaching un­ churched lost men who would never, ever think of attending church—but we're reaching them through their children. And then we see the whole family come to Christ," Gage said. Fellowship's founding in­ tentions were evangelistic, he said. "Our mission and vision from the beginning was to start a church that would ag­ gressively reach unchurched people," Gage said. "We chal­ lenge our people consistent­ ly to invite their unsaved friends, and we direct our messages to be relevant and evangelistic." Gage, who for 14 years be­ fore entering the pastorate was an itinerant evangelist, also attributes Fellowship's growth to his practice of in­ viting people to commit their lives to Christ in every church service. "We're also are intentional about baptism," he said. "We encourage people to go public with their faith," telling them that "baptism is a declaration of their obedience to become a follower of Jesus Christ. "We want them to own their salvation first, and then to act on it through baptism." Baptism, Gage believes, is the most biblical expres­ sion of one's initial public commitment to Christ—not aisle walking. That explains Fellowship's emphasis on the ordinance. "We're not re-writing the book on church. I agree with Solomon who said that there's nothing new under the sun. The stuff that worked hun­ dreds of years ago still works today—it just needs to be re­ packaged," Gage said. "I cut my teeth on the SBC. It's all I've ever known. But, it's a new day and a new culture." For years, Gage has seen the need for church change. Reflecting on his years in evangelism, focused mostly on teens, Gage said he noticed how some teens who attended public school assemblies he held weren't made to feel wel­ come in traditional church settings when he invited them to attend church revival services. "What happened was the kids felt awkward and unac­ cepted because there was a low level of acceptance, and apprehension about having lost, pagan kids in church," Gage said. "It was like oil mixed with water." Such disappointments, coupled with a "dream for a church atmosphere that was relevant, contemporary, and would fully embrace kids and lost people," led Gage and his wife, Michelle, to commit their lives to church planting. That commitment came while attending a church planting conference. "I felt that holy tug on my heart, and I just knew what it was," he said. Gage said he and Michelle knelt in prayer Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA Assembly of God Church Bald Mtn. Baptist Church Pastor George Norris 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Corner of Faw-Roland & McNeil Sis • Jefferson (88 West - Left on McNeil, One Block) Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Morning Worship -10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00p.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. 246-2979 220 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson, NC Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:(X) a.m. and committed themselves to church planting. "We knew this was what God wanted for our lives." Gage's ministry shift from evangelism to church plant­ ing eventually landed on the ears of Jim Henry, thenpastor of FBC Orlando, who wanted to help plant a church in the city. Thus, on Easter Sunday 2001, Fellowship of Orlan­ do began in an elementary school with a handful of peo­ ple, some of whom were First Baptist members. Since then, the church has met in a vari­ ety of facilities until a former grocery store became avail­ able in December 2005. "Moving the church so many times was like start­ ing all over again," Gage said. Undaunted, however, Gage believes that "what God initi­ ates, God orchestrates." "And soon after our last relocation, we began to see God's hand at work." Gage's passion for peo­ ple is reflected in outreach evangelism events, too. Last Thanksgiving, he led Fellow­ ship to collect and distribute hundreds of pounds of food and turkeys to needy fami­ lies. This ministry piqued the interest of Veral Neuschaefer, a skeptic who had little time for church, but whose wife at­ tended Fellowship. Neuschae­ fer volunteered to help in the event, and the church's gener­ osity and compassion he saw eventually led him to commit his life to Christ and be bap­ tized. Baldniountainchurch.org Email: Baldmountain@skybe.st.com Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2042 Sunday Mi Sttnda ship vice - 11:00am , . . , . Beaver Creek Christian Church Big Flatts Baptist Church Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Pastor, Chris Cox Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Sendee 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! Fleetwood, NC Jim Dawes, Minister Sunday School 10:00a.m. Morning Worship ! 1:00a.m. Evening Service 6:30 p.m. Blue Ridge Worship Center Church of Christ at West Jefferson Cornerstone Fellowship Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 221 Burnett St.. (OffBuck Mtn. Road) 495 Highway 194 South Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs Doug Frazier, Minister Burnett St. • West Jefferson Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday School -10:00 am Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Worship Service - Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. 11:01) am & 6:00 pm Worship 11:00 am Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday 7:00 p.in Bible Studv "Join us in worship to Christ" 846-5615 Church Office or 846-5616 Preacher's Residence Saturday Night 7:00 p.m. Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Worship at 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00p.m. Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Friendship Baptist Church Healing Springs Baptist Church Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 891 Friendship Baptist Church Rd-JelTerson, NC Jefferson United Methodist Church Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor 115 East Main St., Jefferson, NC (336) 246-9512 9:00 a. m Early Worship 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages 11:00 a.m. - Formal Worship Service "And He led them as far as to Bethany., and He blessed them" Luke24:50 Sunday Morning Worship 8:30AM and 11 :00AM Family Time - 9:30AM Sunday School-10:00AM 'J Sunday Evening Worship 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study 6:45PM Services en Espanol Sabados a las - 6:00PM Clases de ESL Servicios a las - 7:00PM Nursery provided for all services Mt Jefferson Church of the Nazarene "Conic us vnu are. you will be loved 1 Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship & Praise 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:01)p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p. m. Robert St. off Bare (Church) 846-9378 Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church Reverend Joseph Dinh Cliildrens Sunday School - 10:00 AM Worship • 11:00AM 846-7481 194 and 88 West. Smethport, NC Sunday School 9:45 a.m. • Worship 11:00 a.m. Call: 336-846.7164 Sunday Night Services 6:30p.m Wednesday- Service 7:00 p. m Missions Building by Faith Promise -6 EXTERMINATING PljGSl Jefferson 246-7131 203 East 1" Street *West Jefferson, NC Convenient 7 Days A Week Wiim CONSTRUCTION Commercial and Residential PO Box 972 • West Jefferson, NC 336-246-6482 Fax: 246-6402 Dr Pepper Bottling Company West Jefferson 246-4591 Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh 9178 Old Hwy. 16 • Grumpier. NC Sunday School - 10:00A.M. Sunday Morning Worship Service- 11:00A.M. Sunday Evening Worship Service - 7:00ft. M. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00P.M. Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience. Friendly Grove Baptist Church Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 Deep Ford Rd.. Lansing Sunday School at 10:00 a m Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7:00p.m. "A Life Worth Living!" Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00p.m. Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Rev. Keith Casey 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson, NC (336) 246-4764 9:45 a.m. Sunday - Sunday School 11:00 a m Sunday - Worship Sen-ice 6:30 p.m. Sunday • Sunday Night Service 6:00p.m. Monday - T.E.A.M. 10:00a.m. Tuesday - Jay in the. Morning 7:00 p.m. Wednesday • Prayer Meeting We would love to have you come worship with us. North Beaver Baptist Parish of the Holy Communion "Loves you and wants you (Episcopalian) lo fellowship with us every Sunday!" St. Mary's Church West Jefferson 8:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Phone - 982-3076 Hwy. 163 West Jefferson Pastor Rick Miller Sunday School • 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship • 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00 p.m. Seventh-Day Adventist Church of Warrensville f. Pastor: Kevin Morgan 336-667-6092 Saturday Services: Bible School- 10:00 AM Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM Welcome Home Baptist Church West Jefferson United Methodist Church Office Phone: 336-9Sl-9410*Hn. Lonnit Jones • Pastor Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Sunday School • 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4th) • 7:00PM Sunday School - 9:45 A.M.• Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Youth Services - Sunday • 6:00PM Children's Church and Nursery Provided Nan Transportation Available We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! Pastor Home: 336-384-3188 • Cell: 336-977-1009 www.wjumc.net Ashe County Builders Supply Termite & Pest Control "Complete Line of Building Supplies" 246-4222 246-6077 Sears Visitors become family RID -BUG Corner of Hwy. 141 Lyalls Lane, Jefferson, NC (Just off A6he Park Road) Open Mon-Fri • 7am-5pm 336-962-9621 Warrensville United Methodist Church 192 Church Street 336-384-3391 Sunday School - 10:00AM Worship ~ 9:00AM Casual & Contemporary Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 ******************** 221 & Cherry St. HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPPLY. INC. JSL 246-9/51 Main & Ivy Streets, - Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass • 9:00 au Saturday Evening Mass 5:0t)Ht English & 7:0()r\t Spanish Weekday Morn. Mass - Call for times Church Directors flut. St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church Adult Sunday School -9:30 AM Pastor James T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 ******************** We invite you to join us for a God centered. family worshipping experience. Billy Robinson - Pastor Smethport Independant Baptist Church the Rev. David Grinnell • 982-2080 Sunday School - 9:00 a m Sunday Worship Sendees -10:00 urn Sunday Evening Sen-ices - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Sen-ice - 7:00p.m Non-Denominational , 6 . . 336-877-2801 Sun. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. , You are invited to Music on the Lawn an outdoor concert at Warrensville United Methodist Church on Saturday August 18th at p m There will be free food and drinks as well as great Gospel Bluegrass music from The Michels and Contemporary Praise Music from The New Life Praise Band Bring your lawn chair or blanket for a relaxing evening of fellowship and fun This event is sponsored by the Smethport Clifton and Warrensville United Methodist Churches Bethany United Methodist Church 846-3954 church uninspired, then you were probably asleep." Harness said he and his wife had spent more than 15 years actively serving in an­ other church, but were starv­ ing for spiritual food through teaching and preaching. "When I first walked into Fellowship, I sensed there were needs in the church. I said to myself, 'I see some­ thing I can do here,"' recalled Harness. "What really hooked us on Fellowship was the sidewalk carnival for children on Easter Sunday two years ago." Har­ ness said. "It was our second visit to the church, and when I saw what was happening, I said, 'This is too cool. We've go to do this.'" Outdoor concert planned Aug. 18 Baldwin Community Church Pastor Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 154V Hsvy. 194 South • Todd (I mi. off Hwy 221) SUNDAY - Sunday School 10:00AM .Worship 11:00AM and 6:00PM MONDAY - Community Care 6:00PM (Prayer & Outreach) WEDNESDAY- Family Night 7:00PM (All ages) (Missions Ministry, Van Ministry. Teen Time) 'A Church focused - onJiiith, family Ji the future" 1460 Bald Mm. Rd.. West Jefferson "Now, reading the Scrip­ tures and going to church and talking about God is never boring," Neuschaefer said. "I love talking about God, and am excited about Him in my life." Neuschaefer also applauds Gage's preaching: "Pastor Rodney puts together great sermons. He does a phenom­ enal job. He's not boring, and he makes the sermon inter­ esting. I really get lots out of the sermons. I feel inspired that I truly have learned some things." Fellowship member Robert Harness agrees. "Rodney is not a 'makeyou-feel-good' kind of preach­ er. He lays it on the line," Harness said. "If you leave Old Hwy. 221 -S. Beaver Creek • Wcsi Jefferson Mountain A ire Seafood & Steakhouse 0 Weekly Specialties Mt. 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NC 336-246-4155 High Country Paint & Performance ly Our Mounlain Cheddar Cheose and Our Fresh Churnrt Butter 828-264-0439 or 800-452-0343 246-2501 \ 262-3700 Boone, NC 200 Hospital Ave. Jefferson, NC . 336-246-7101 JEFFERSON POST 203 South Second Ave. West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.jeffersonpost.com 336-846-7164 ivivxv.ashememorial.org Fax: 336-846-7165 7 <91 S I 1 v v 'i Bus ASHE COUNTY CHEESE 106 E. Main St. 828/ 1358 W. King Street • Boone j vjj PPG Paints 3-M Products UjlS Billy Blcvins • Tommy Little HI West Jefferson 846-9969 Mon-Sat~8:30 AM -5:30 PM Pollard Glass 211 Burkett Avenue West Jefferson, NC 336-846-4176 CARDINAL LANES Family Fun Center "Church Groups Welcome" Discounted Rates 787 Hwy 221, West Jefferson 336-246-7077 Evenings / * * PONTJAC B I K * £ * UC * C5MC Hwy 421* Boone, NC 828-264-9051 www.mackbrowninc.com CHEVROLET ££)otcismobiie Kybohci. fcotme K.ul*ota, 9*tc Your Local Equipment Dealer For All Your Equipment Needs 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap, NC 828-263-8464 • www.boonekubota.com IG/ M Build Your Home j/\o The Way You Want It 11()MES www.classichomes Intersection US 22I & NC 163 • 1620 NC 163-E West Jefferson, NC-336-246-3600 �PAGE 7A FRIDAY, AUGUST 17, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Jack Tales festival returns to Blowing Rock area The ninth annual Jack Tales Festival will take place between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Aug. 25 at Bolick & Traditions Pottery off Blackberry Rd. south of Blowing Rock, NC. Tickets are $5 for adults, $3 for children. The Jack Tales and Ray Hicks go together like beans and cornbread, or cool air and the mountains, or hard work and good luck. Having begun as a celebration of Ray's birthday, this year's Jack Tales Festival, Saturday, August 25, again will be in memory of Ray Hicks with all proceeds going to the Ray and Rosa Hicks Fund. Tellers for the festival will be John Fowler from Boiling Springs, SC, Mike Lowe and Maggie Lowe from Mount Airy as well as returning favorites Orville Hicks, Glenn Bolick, and Dianne Hackworth. The tellers will be telling historic Jack Tales as well as a variety of other fabulous tales. Ray has been called the pre­ eminent Jack Tale storyteller of America by folklorists, fes­ tival producers and listeners alike. Although he told numer­ ous other types of stories, Ray specialized in the telling of the Jack Tales. These are stories (like Jack and the Bean Stalk) that were brought to the Appa­ lachian Mountains by people migrating from Scotland and England. They were passed down orally from one genera­ tion to the next. They can be traced back in Ray's family at least 8 generations. Jack Tales Festival Schedule: 9:00 Gates Open Old Time music with Glenn Bolick, John Fowler and oth­ ers Traditions Pottery and Bolick Pottery open (all day) Food available (all day) 10:00 Lynn Salsi 10:30 John Fowler 11:00 Mike Lowe 11:30 Maggie Lowe 12:00 Dianne Hackworth 12:30 Old Time Music & Limch Break 1:00 Orville Hicks 1:30 Glenn Bolick 2:00 Ray's Family & Friends 2:15 Mike Lowe 2:45 Maggie Lowe 3:15 Dianne Hackworth 3:45 John Fowler 4:15 Orville Hicks Glenn Bolick, a very en­ tertaining and skilled artist in the grand mountain style, is a life long liar and Spivey's Corner N. C. National Hollerin' Champion and Foghorn Blowing Champion who plays traditional Appalachian music accompanied by his version of mountain stories. He tells Jack Tales as well as stories about Mountain Lifestyles such as timber cutting, sawmilling, and logging. His strong background in traditional mountain story­ telling never fails to entertain and delight audiences of all ages. If a mountain instrument has strings Mr. Bolick not only can play it he can tell you his­ tory and origin of the instru­ ment. He has been an Artist in Residence in the schools of North Carolina performing and explaining storytelling, folk music and folk toys. Orville Hicks learned most of the Jack Tales and other sto­ ries he tells from his mother while growing up on the back­ side of Beech Mountain. The well-known storyteller Ray Hicks started him telling in public when he told Orville somebody had to carry on with the old tales. He does just that in his performances and on his tape of Jack Tales titled "Carryin' On." Orville says, "Ray got me started and I haven't shut up since." And hopefully he never will! The stories he tells have been passed down through his family for at least eight generations. As well as tales about Jack, Orville spins yarns about his childhood in the mountains, and he slips in a few tall tales you can be­ lieve. When Orville tells old tales it is like stepping back hundreds of years and hearing them told as they were then. His stories reach people in a variety of settings, from onthe-job encounters with visi­ tors at the Recycling Station between Boone and Blowing Rock, to audiences at cultural museums, to classroom visits with students, www.geocities. com/orvillehickssite Dianne Hackworth returns to the High Country from Ten­ nessee with her blend of Appa­ lachian Tales, Musical Ballads, Multi-culture Folktales, and more. Having grown up hear­ ing Appalachian Tales from her family members over in Tennessee, she comes to sto­ rytelling both naturally and through formal training hav­ ing honed her skills with a Master's degree in Storytelling. As a veteran teller who travels throughout the United States to teach and entertain others about the marvels of stories, her stories ring with wit and wisdom that awaken and mes­ merize the listener's sense of wonder, always delighting and enchanting. Dianne uses sto­ rytelling not only as exciting entertainment, but also as an educational method and a way of preserving and recounting the past. Through her exhila­ rating tales and teaching, she encourages everyone to par­ ticipate in one of the world's oldest art forms. When listen­ ing to Dianne's tales you will realize immediately why story­ telling is once again becoming a popular form of art. The sto­ ries she tells create images in the mind, "better than TV" as a first grader once exclaimed! www.diannehackworth.com John Fowler, storyteller & old-time musician has been touring professionally throughout the southeast at festivals, theaters, schools and music camps for over 20 years. His talents stem from family ties to our Southern Appalachian Mountain region. John is an artist-in-residence in South Carolina and is also an approved performing and teaching artist in a number of other states regionally. He has performed at venues on both coasts and has been featured in several documentaries; coproduced a number of specials on South Carolina ETV and hosts an old-time radio show on North Carolina public radio. "It's my heritage that I am try­ ing to preserve by sharing my knowledge of the old time tra­ ditions ", he reminds us. John is a superb teacher, sharing his love of life, traditional story­ telling and old-time music. His knowledge is a stepping stone to our past, www.hairytoeproductions.com Mike Lowe was born and raised in Mount Airy, NC. He is married to Carol Lowe and they have one daughter, Mag­ gie. They also have two dogs of questionable lineage. From his log house on Stew­ art's Creek, Mike Lowe travels through Virginia, North Caro­ lina and South Carolina tell­ ing stories. The stories come from personal experiences, old legends, and the stories and storytellers he listened to in his youth. For over thirty years Mike has been using stories to entertain, enlighten and inform people of all ages. From storytelling festivals and historical reenactments to the classroom, Mike has been us­ ing oral history to help people learn about themselves. Mike Lowe tells stories...not lies! These stories are all true...or should have been. Maggie Lowe has been tell­ ing stories and entertaining for over five years. She lives in Mount Airy, NC where she is a high school junior. Mag­ gie loves to see people happy. She has listened to the stories of her parents, grandparents and other storytellers who can remember when. Maggie has entertained at 4-H competi­ tions, school talent shows, local Tellabration, family gather­ ings and at churches. She has participated three years in the National Youth Storytell­ ing Hall of Fame competition sponsored by the National Storytelling Network of Jonesborough, TN and was selected as the Torchbearer for her age group. She was also a part of "Telling America's Story" cel­ ebration in Pigeon Forge, TN. She was the high school win­ ner with her hero-story about 'Wet Paint' at River House Bet and Rob Mangum of "Wet Paint" have been playing their unique brand of acoustic music for 25 years. A new CD has been in process over the past year with the help and addition of friend Dennis Shaw. Dennis, a most accomplished musician, enhances "Wet Paint" by adding lead guitar, mandolin, bass and dobro to the mix. Their most recent endeavor was creating original music for a short movie. Dennis will join Rob and Bet at the River House Sunday Salon on August 19. Ceramic artists for over 30 years, the Mangums of Turkey Knob will also share some of their recent creations with River House patrons. The Sunday Salon begins at 4:00 PM with complimentary hors d'oeuvre and a cash bar. The entertainment is followed by a four-course "chef's choice" menu. For reservations, call 336-9822109. Dr. Charles Drew. Maggie will be performing as a Youthful Voice at the National Story­ telling Festival this October in Jonesborough, TN. Maggie Lowe is happiest when she is making others laugh. Lynn Salsi is a full-time writer, teacher, speaker, and storyteller. She has a passion for Southern subjects and brings a unique point of view to every presentation. She has written ten books and has more in the works. Her passion for history, storytelling, people, and education is evident in her voracious research. Among the books she has published are two based on Ray Hicks and his stories, The Jack Tales and Young Ray Hicks Learns the Jack Tales and just out is the book about Glenn Bolick, If This Ain't True, Grits Ain't Groceries. For more information con­ tact co-producers: Dianne Hackworth: dianne@diannehackworth.com or Janet Calhoun 828-2955099 Directions to Bolick and Traditions Pottery, 4443 Bolick Road, Lenoir: It is located 14 miles north of Lenoir off of U.S. 321. Turn right (left if coming from Blowing Rock) at Blackberry Road beside of St. Mark's Lutheran Church, go one-half mile then right on Bolick Road. kEGAL CINEMAS REGAL 7 210 New Market St Center 828-262-3800 BQO-FANDANGO 254# THE INVASION (PG-13) DIG Fri (430) 720 940 Sal. & Sun. (1150 210)430 720 940 SUPERBAD (R) • ID REQ'D DIG Fri. (400) 710 1000 Sal. & Sun. (1230) 400 710 1000 RUSH HOUR 3 (PG-13) DIG * Fri. (440) 730 1010 Sal. & Sun. (1200 215) 440 730 1010 DADDY DAY CAMP (PG) DIG Fri. 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(828) 264-1491 or (800) 559-1491 665 East King street NO DOC FEES EVERT BOONE Need A Rental vehicle? Cars • Trucks • vans • SUVs Call Your Rental Specialist Deborah Greer Today! �PAGE 8A FRIDAY, AUGUST 17, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Is your emotional bank near bankruptcy? Have you been making more withdrawals from your emotion bank than deposits? Let's examine a definition of depression: Emotional Bank­ ruptcy! Our brains are the physi­ cal building that holds the chemicals that are the cur­ rency that make our world go round. We have good days and we have bad days. On a day when we feel well we make deposits of those endorphins, but on a bad day we write a check to cover our withdraw­ als. As with anything in our lives, balance is the key. We have to keep our emotion deposits on our own. Please see your emotional financial advisor(Your DOCTOR)! These deposits relieve the stress that keeps pulling you back under. It is not a bad thing to borrow in order to get your feet back on solid ground. When we are sinking and can't find the help we need this is one way to be rescued. Another way is to start you feel good in (another de­ posit) and then go fix your face and hair! If you look good on the outside your insides will feel good. Just look at the deposits you are making in your bank. Then lay out your clothes for tomorrow and get into bed at a decent hour. These are all daily deposits that will help you to get out of your emotional bankruptcy. Daily routines help to keep making little deposits all on your own by doing things that make you feel good for just a little while. I know it sounds strange, but go shine your kitchen sink. This simple little act will put a smile on your face and guess what that smile is a great big deposit in your account. The next thing to do is start getting dressed each day. Put on some clothes that this checkbook balanced each day! When your good days start out numbering your bad ones, you are on the road to emo­ tional financial balance. Each day we deserve to give our­ selves a hug! Find some time for you! Please start making those deposits in your emotional bank. We can't keep spend­ ing ourselves into emotional bankruptcy! For more help getting rid of your CHAOS; check out her website and join her free mentoring group at www. FlyLady.net or her book, Sink Reflections published by Ban­ tam and her New York Times Best Selling book, Body Clut­ ter published by Fireside. Copyright 2007 Maria Cilley Used by permission in this publication. LOUIES Let's Build Something Together ALL checkbook balanced or we will become overdrawn and even­ tually have to file for bank­ ruptcy. When we continually have those bad days we are unable to make the depos­ its that help keep our heads above water. As we spend ourselves emotionally into debt that is over our heads we are like the person that is drowning: Going down once, twice and a third time. Before long we are know something is wrong, but we don't really know what to do about. So how do we get out of this kind of debt? Sometimes we need to borrow money; not real money, but medication to help balance our emotion checkbook for a time being until we can start making Access Medicare online SHIIP, the Department of Insurance's Seniors' Health Insurance Information Pro­ gram, encourages seniors and other Medicare benefi­ ciaries to be proactive with their health care. One way to be proactive is to know their personal Medicare informa­ tion, and now the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Ser­ vices (CMS) is providing a se­ cure online service that allows people with Medicare to ac­ cess this information 24 hours a day, seven days a week. 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Lowe's and the gable design are registered trademarks of LF, LLC. 070891 001/70891/030 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, AUGUST 17, 2007 PAGE 9A COMMUNITY NEWS Rainbow Center now licensed for foster care WILKESBORO - Rainbow Center - Children & Family Services (RCCFS) is now li­ censed to provide Family and Therapeutic Foster Care to children in need of an alterna­ tive home. "Expanding into Foster Care was a logical next step to help us achieve our mission of providing a safe and secure, intact family environment for children," says RCCFS Chief Operations Officer Clayton Cone. RCCFS became licensed to provide Family and Therapeu­ tic Foster Care in late January and is currently recruiting fos­ ter families that can make a good home for a child. Cone continues to add, than the limitations. This can be enhanced by offering valu­ able tools such as knowledge, growth, and support for our Bridging Parents when they might be having some chal­ lenges with a child. A big key to the success and the vision is availability of staff and a unique twist to things to make it fun and enjoyable. I know we at RCCFS can be a success by making our environment a better place for children in Rainbow Center - Children & Family Services Let's Build Something Together Dori Gold "Due to the shift in state men­ tal health reform, we foresee that many agencies will seek to place children in a small­ er family-like environment. There are currently over 200 children in Foster Care in Wil­ kes County and not enough families to help them." Dori Gold was hired as the Director of Foster Care in Feb­ ruary to implement the pro­ gram. Gold has a background as a Foster Parent and later a Director of Foster Care for an agency in Sarasota, FL. "I was a Foster Parent to a teenager who had a reputa­ tion of being dangerous. Ev­ eryone had given up on him. He scared me at first, but something inside of me said have faith in this boy....he is God's child. I believed in hope and the grace of God and I got others to believe too, even the court system, and ultimately my foster child. He is going to college today and still keeps in touch with me," says Gold. RCCFS is naming the Fos­ ter Care program Bridges. Many names for the program were considered and the RC­ CFS Board of Directors voted on this name. "Bridges is a good name for Foster Care because it is a visual of what we are trying to achieve, which is a connec­ tion, support, and a temporary walk with a child until she/he is reunited with their family or find a new family. I also like to use a new name to denote that we are a new and innova­ tive way of thinking, continues Gold." ' RCCFS is currently seek­ ing Bridging Parents to pro­ vide a safe and loving home for children placed in Foster Care. The program will train Foster Parents from Wilkes and sur­ rounding counties. Gold has been busy com­ pleting extensive training to prepare her for instructing upcoming Foster Families. So far, she has completed Fos­ ter Home Licensing, Teach­ ing Family Model, Deciding Together, Model Approach to Partnership in Parenting, Clinical Supervision for Men­ tal Health Supervisors, and Developing Foster and Adop­ tion Parent Support Groups. Gold's vision for the Bridg­ es Foster Care program is "to be proactive and do what works best. I see RCCFS be­ ing the state of the art train­ ing and I see our Bridging Parents as being positive and seeing the possibilities rather SPECIALVALUE! 32" or 36" 9-Lite Steel Entry Door Unit •Ready for lockset and deadbolt •Primed and ready to paint •Ready-to-install door with frame •Full composite sill substrate for caulking and weathertight installation 'Fits rough opening: 34-1/2"W x 82"H to 38-1/2"W x 82-1/4" H SPECIAL ORDER £ THERMASTAR BY PELLA VINYL WINDOWS IN-STOCK OWENS CORNING FIBERGLASS INSULATION IN-STOCK 30-YEAR OR GREATER WARRANTY OWENS CORNING SHINGLES Discount taken fit register. 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With 188 wildfires so far in August, the state is on pace to surpass the 200 wildfires that occur on average for the month. The summer months are usually wetter and result in fewer wildfires in North Carolina. Wildfire activity typically increases from midOctober to mid-December one of two fire seasons in the Tar Heel State. But forestry officials say that the drought could thrust North Carolina into an early fall fire season this year. The No. 1 cause of wild­ fires in North Carolina comes from people who were care­ less while burning leaves, twigs and other yard debris. Last year, 41 percent of the 5,096 wildfires were caused by careless debris burning. For that reason, the division is urging people who choose to burn debris to adhere to the following tips to prevent wildfires: •Make sure you have a paper, cardboard, tires and valid permit. You can obtain other rubber products, build­ a burning permit at any Di­ ing materials such as lumber, vision of Forest Resources of­ wire and synthetic materials, fice, permitting agent or on­ asphalt shingles and heavy line at www.dfr.state.nc.us. oils, paints and agricultural •You may only burn veg­ chemicals and buildings. etation such as pine needles, •Check with local officials. sticks and twigs. But consider Outside burning may be pro­ the alternatives to burning. hibited. Some types, of debris, such •Check the weather. Don't as leaves, grass, and stubble, burn on dry, windy days. •Local fire officials can may be of more value if they are not burned. recommend a safe way for •Household trash should burning debris. Don't pile it be hauled away to a recy­ on the ground. Debris should cling station. Moreover, the be placed in a cleared area, open burning rule states that away from overhead branch­ it is illegal to burn: garbage, es and wires in a screened receptacle. •Vegetation should not be accumulated for several days and then ignited. It becomes compacted and wet, which increases air pollution and makes the fire burn longer. • Check local laws on burning debris. Some com­ munities allow burning only during specified hours; oth­ ers forbid it entirely. •Be sure you are fully pre­ pared before burning. To con­ trol the fire you will need a hose, bucket and a shovel for tossing dirt on the fire. •Never use kerosene, gasoline, diesel fuel or other flammable liquids to speed debris burning. •Stay with your fire until it is completely out. Studies have shown that taking these and other mea­ sures can greatly reduce wildfires and the loss of prop­ erty associated with them. Division officials encourage anyone considering debris burning to contact the local county ranger. The county ranger can offer technical advice and explain what the best options are to help max­ imize the safety to people, property and the forest. McKee-Eller nuptials at Parkway's blueberries ready to pick River House As perennial as the Moth­ er's Day drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway and a halfseason later during the month of August, nature presents its On May 27th, 2007 in front dall Eller of Sparta, N.C. The bounty to visitors. This small and burst­ of their families and friends groomsmen were Mr. Damon ing-flavor fruit finds its way Wende McKee and Derrick Eller of Crumpler, N.C. and Eller exchanged marriage Mr. Nelson Weaver of Sparta, this time of year into pies vows. The bride is the daugh­ N.C. The ring bearer was the and home made ice cream. ter of the late Mrs. Amy Ber- bride's son Master Irie Hall Conversations found on the ryman McKee Hart of West of Crumpler, N.C. The ushers "my favorite hillside" always Jefferson, N.C. and the step­ were Mr. Savoy Berryman of include a discussion as to daughter of Mr. David Hart Riviera Beach, Florida, Mr. whether it is a "blueberry or of West Jefferson, N.C. She is Parker Johnson of West Jeffer­ a huckleberry"? George Elli­ the granddaughter of the late son, N.C. and Mr. Josh Baker son, western North Carolina's Ms. Diane Allen Berryman of Laurel Springs, N.C. Mrs. noted naturalist, responds, Rickey of Houston, Texas; the Missy Berryman of Riviera "yes, there are a differences late Mr. H.W. Berryman the Beach was the guest register. but the comparisons run as second of West Palm Beach, Wayne Henderson and Helen do the conversations about goldenrods Florida and Mrs. Janice Ber­ White performed the music distinguishing and asters. There has been ryman of West Palm Beach, for the ceremony. A candle Florida. The groom is the son was lit in loving memory of so much opportunity for cross of Ms. Teresa Eller of Jef­ the bride's mother accompa­ ferson, N.C. and Mr. Randall nied by a song composed and Eller of Sparta, N.C. He is the performed in honor of her grandson of Ms. Marie Cox mother by Helen White. The of Crumpler, N.C.; Ms. Cloyie wedding was directed by Ms. Dollinger and Mr. Tommy Jol­ Beth Ellison of West Jeffer­ ly of Jefferson, N.C. and Mr. son, N.C. Mrs. Tiffany Grubb Bob Dollinger of Jefferson, was the very much appreci­ N.C. ated hairstylist. The flowers The wedding and reception for the wedding and reception were held at the River House were arranged and decorated Bed & Breakfast in Grassy by Diana Renfro of "A Point of Creek, N.C. The Rev. Pete View" organic flower farm in Parrish and the Rev. Jack Grassy Creek, N.C. The pho­ Pugh officiated the ceremony. tographer .was Mrs. Jamie The bride was given away by Bledsoe of "Just Pretending her uncle Mr. H.W. Berryman Studios" in West Jefferson, the third of West Palm Beach, N.C. Glenn Sullivan provided Florida. The maid of honor his DJ services. The beautiful was Ms. Stephanie Barker of and delicious wedding cake Grassy Creek, Virginia. The was made by Ms. Gayle Win­ bridesmaids were Ms. Julie ston of the River House. A fun Morningstar of Ft. Myers, time was had by all. Florida and Ms. Corine CojoAfter an absolutely fun caru of Hermosa Beach, Cali­ and wonderful honeymoon fornia. The flower girl was the along the beautiful beaches of beautiful Miss Marina Morn­ South Florida and the Flori­ ingstar of Ft. Myers, Florida. da Keys the couple resides in The best man was Mr. Ran­ Crumpler, N.C. Tweetsie offers Railfan Weekend Tweetsie Railroad will pay homage to its historic past as it hosts the third annual Railfan Weekend, September 8 and 9. With Tweetsie Railroad's 50th' anniversary in full swing, riding these historic coal-fired steam locomotives will truly be 'a blast from the past'! The weekend will be a cel­ ebration of Tweetsie Railroad's 50-year history. Tweetsie's original locomotive #12 will be lettered as it was when Tweet­ sie opened in 1957, and with an early train script, it will pull the 1870's vintage coach car on non­ stop trips around the mountain. This exclusive train trip will be running all day Saturday, Sep­ tember 8 and Sunday afternoon, September 9 while the #190 lo­ comotive pulls a separate train taking riders on a Wild West ad­ venture. Saturday evening will feature an exclusive doubleheader photo run-by for Railfan Weekend pass holders and Sunday morning, September 9 will showcase a public doubleheader, with the #12 and #190 Tweetsie locomotives working together to pull the train to take Tweetsie fans on the Wild West train ride. Railfans will be escorted on tours of the famous Tweetsie Railroad shops, where steam lo­ comotives from all over the na­ tion are restored and repaired. The Tweetsie shop staff is the best in the business and strives to keep historic locomotives from around the nation in top condition. In addition, Railfan Weekend pass holders will have the opportunity to walk through a special memorabilia room, which will showcase many rare artifacts from Tweetsie's past and feature vintage Tweetsie films. Tweetsie is offering a special Railfan Weekend price for both days of railroad entertainment: $44 for adults and $30 for chil­ dren ages 3 through 12. This in­ cludes two fun-filled days at the park with unlimited train rides as space allows. Shop tours, vin­ tage Tweetsie films, memora­ bilia room, doubleheader photo run-by and a chance to ride in the cab of one of the historic locomotives are all included in this special weekend. For more information about Railfan Weekend and Tweet­ sie's 50th anniversary season, or to purchase tickets, call 1877-TWEETSIE or visit www. tweetsie.com. fertilization and hy bridization that the lines become more blurred every year. The differences are actually in the shape and toothing of the leaves". This prolific fruit can be found abundantly on the Blue Ridge Park­ way at elevations over 4,000 feet; but the size of the berries this year are smaller because of the dry summer that western North Carolina has experienced. Graveyard Fields, the Craggies, the Blacks Balsam Range, and the Grandfather Mountain corridor remain the popular destinations for finding this delicious fruit. 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Anyone interested in registering for the upcoming year or that has any questions in regards to this even can call Kim Eldreth at 384-4395. Perry and Ham Family Re­ union starts at noon, food served at 1 p.m. at the White Oat Community Center. Please bring a covered dish. Questions: Call Barbara Perry at 384-3486. 2 p.m.: Come on out and ex­ plore life in the New River. Prepare to get wet as we iden­ tify the critters in the New River. Meet at New River State Park Wagoner Access at the park of­ fice, for this hour and half of fun. 2 p.m.: The 121st Annual Meeting of the Ashe Baptist Association will be held August 17 beginning at 2:00PM at Orion Baptist Church. This session will be hosted jointly with Orion and North Beaver Baptist Churches. On Saturday August 18 we will meet at Landmark Baptist Church at 9:00 a.m.. Scheduled to preach are Revs. Jack Miller, Art Eaton, Mac Arnold Jr and Chris Cox. All messengers, pas­ tors and friends of the Ashe Baptist Association are invited to attend. Wagoner Access 2:00 p.m. Come on out and explore life in the New River. Prepare to get wet as we identify the critters in the New River. Meet at New River State Park Wagoner Ac­ cess at the park office, for this hour and half of fun. ferson Town Park. Tickets are $10 which will provide a hot dog dinner and a chance at a Stephen Shoemaker print, a gift certificate from Michael's 102 North, or a gift from Ana Maria's Gift Shop. Rep. Cullie Tarleton will conduct an auction. Children under 12 admitted free. Tickets can be purchased at the door or call Melba Jones at 846-9068 or Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. Riverview Lions Club invites everyone to their 9th annual Festival by the River. A day of family fun, Pig Pickin', Crafts and Entertainment, Music all day. New River Rubber Ducky Race (begins at 2 p.m.) $1000 to the first place winner, 5 additional $100 prizes. Winning ducks to be drawn, you don not have to be present to win! Located at Riverview Community Center, 11719 NC Hwy 88 W. Near Rich Hill Rd. in Creston. Noon: Blue Ridge Birders will have its 10th anniversa­ ry picnic and meeting at Jim and Alice Keighton's home. All persons who are interested in birding are invited to join the group for a pot luck luncheon at noon. Those interested in bird­ ing before the picnic should plan to arrive at 10 a.m. For direc­ tions and further information, contact Jim at 336-373-5908, Peter Zwadyk at 982-8062 or brbirders@skybest.com. 6 p.m.:The Beaver Creek High School Class of 1997 will cele­ brate its 10th anniversary with a party at Doughton Hall in Laurel Springs. 4-7 p.m.: Bethany United Methodist Church will hold their annual fall pork barbe­ Sunday August 19 Faith Fellowship will be start­ ing TWO services beginning August 19th. First service: 8:30 to 9:30, then Sunday School from 9:45 to 10:45, then the sec­ ond service from 11:00 - 12:00. Also, Faith Fellowship will be starting AWANA on Wednesday, September 5th and invites everyone and anyone to come and have fun at Faith Fellowship. Pastor Elliot Oswitt welcomes you. Faith Fellowship is located on main street Jefferson, NC Wagoner Baptist Church will have Homecoming Services on Sunday August 19 beginning at 10:00 with special singing and worship at 11:00 with spe­ cial speaker Rev. Tommy Worth. Everyone to attend and stay for lunch. Rev. Steve Viers, pastor welcomes you. Decoration at the Johnson Family Cemetery. You are invited to come by anytime that day to show your respect. The cemetery is located at the Hartsog Farm on Hwy 88 West in Creston. Everyone is Welcome! Donations for the upkeep and to help fund the latest expansion of the cemetery can be made to: Mrs. Mildred Graybeal Bx 2550 Big Laurel Rd. Creston, NC 28615 Decoration at Brown Cemetery and Homecoming Day at Rich Hill Methodist Church. Everyone is asked to Aquatic Sampling 5:30 p.m.: A campaign fundraising picnic will be held for Sen. Steve Goss at West Jef­ fresh pork barbecue, coleslaw, baked beans, and dessert. The cost of the meal is $7.00 for adults and $5.00 for children under 12. Food will be served in the fellowship hall from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. Call 877-2801 for advance tickets and more infor­ mation. bring a picnic lunch which will be served at the church at noon. Preaching service will be at 2 p.m. following lunch. All former members, families and friends of Rich Hill Methodist Church are invited to attend. First Annual Decoration at Riverview Primitive Baptist Church cemetery. Church ser­ or more information, please call our office at 336-982-2587. Wednesday Aug August 22 >.m.: £c 5:30 p.m.: Course in the fundamentals of real estate starts tonight at the Ashe Campus of Wilkes Community College. Phil Lewis is the instructor for the class, which will run through Dec. 17. For more infromation, call 846-2078. Saturday August 25 Ashe County Little Theatre presents Greater Tuna. This hilarious comedy features an eclectic band of citizens por­ trayed by only two performers. You will want to be part of the audience as Robbie Franklin and Tom Fowler bring the men, women, children and even ani­ mals of Tuna, Texas to the Civic Center stage. Evening shows will be offered on August 24, 25, 31, and September 1, with curtain at 7:30 nightly. Two Sunday matinees will be offered on August 26 and September 2, with curtain at 2:00. Reserved seating for Greater Tuna is avail­ able in advance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students; they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. Elliott Reunion at 11 a.m. at the Oak Grove Fellowship Building in Warrensville, NC. Bring a covered dish. Drinks (coffee & tea), paper plates, etc. will be furnished. Questions: Call Winifred Rash at 384-3705. Poker Run to support Trade VFD. For more information, call 423-727-5488. RiverviewTrail Hike at 1:30 p.m. Join a Ranger at the Alleghany Access of the New River State Park for a 1.3 mile hike around the Riverview Trail. Please call the park office at 336-982-2587 and sign up for this program and to get directions. The 2nd Annual High Country Back-To-School Youth Rally will be held at the Calvary Free Will Baptist Church in Glendale vices to begin at 10:30 a.m. Decoration at the Perry Springs at 6:00 p.m. All youth Cemetery at 2 p.m. Speaker and youth groups are invited to this special event. This year's David Lyalls. Call Barbara Perry at 384-3486 with any questions. guest speaker is Rev. Donnie Dingess, Pastor of Northview High Country Post Polio Free Will Baptist Church in Support Group August Statesville, who will inspire Meeting is at 2:30 p.m. at Watauga Medical Center, you with his testimony of how New Auditorium, 336 Deerfield God delivered him from a life of cocaine addiction. There will be Rd, Boone, NC 28607. We will be finalizing plans for fun, music, and you'll be treat­ Camp SkyRanch and we hope ed to a special appearance by Calvary's own musical sensa­ to see you all there! tion, "Lip-Synch." Following the Questions: Call Kathryn Pennell at 336-877-1154 or Shelby service, there will be a hotdog dinner and prize giveaway in the Duane at 828-495-9371 church fellowship hall. For more Fletcher Memorial Baptist information and/or directions Church will be having their call the church at (336)982revival August 19-22 with Dr. Clayton Cloer, the Senior 4840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743. Pastor from First Baptist Church of Central Florida. Fletcher Gospel singing will be held at Memorial Baptist Church 7 p.m. at Valley Home Baptist invites everyone to come and Church on Three Top Road in Todd. Featured will be the be blessed through music and praise as Bro. Clayton Cloer Sounds of Victory Singers from brings us a message that is sure Elizabethton, Tenn. Pastor Ken Holmes and the congregation to revive your hearts! invite everyone to attend. 1-3 p.m.: The McCoy Family place at Riverview Community Center. Drinks, ice, plates and uten­ sils will be provided. Those who can, are encouraged to bring a covered dish. For questions, call 385-1565. Sunday August 26 Join Park Rangers at the Wag­ oner Road Access for this 2 hour float down the Wild and Scenic New River. The trip will take approximately 2 hours from beginning to end. You will learn some basic canoeing paddle strokes and other useful infor­ mation to help you paddle safely. The Rangers will interpret many sights along the route. The trip will end with one of the local out­ fitters shuttling you back to the Wagoner Access Road. This trip is limited to 8 visitors per trip, so please call the park office to have your name added to the list. The outfitters charge a minimal fee for shuttling. Park phone number is 336-982-2587. Decoration at Roans Creek Cemetery will be Sunday, Au­ gust 26 from 9:00 -1:00. Dona­ tions will be appreciated for the up keep of the cemetery. Beaver Creek Christian Church will have revival ser­ vices Aug. 26-29 at 7 p.m. Evangelist Lawrence Harris from Collinsville, VA, will be the speaker. Be blessed by special music at each service. Sunday, Jim and Marietta Thomas; Monday, Ashe Associational Choir; Tuesday, Homeward Bound; and Wednesday, the BCCC Choir. Come early for special prelude music each eve­ ning. Nursery and transportation provided. Everyone is invited. For information, call Jim Dawes, minister, at 846-3795. BeaverCreekChristianChurch is having Homecoming on Sunday, Aug. 26. Speaker will be Lawrence Harris from Collinsville, VA. A covered-dish lunch will follow the worship ser­ vice. Monday August 27 7 p.m. Chestnut Hill Baptist Church will be having a Fall Revival on Monday, Aug. 27 through Friday, Aug. 31. Rev. Sherrill Wellborn and Rev. David Wellborn will be the guest speakers. 7 p.m. nightly. Special singing nightly. Rev. Randal Greene and the congregation invite everyone to attend. Revival will be held at the Farmers Memorial Baptist Church Aug. 27-31, beginning at 7:30 p.m. Evangelist Rev Curtis King of Rural Retreat, Va. will speak, the assisting is Pastor Rev. Tim Greer. Special singing each night. Preaching every other Sunday at 11 a.m. The next scheduled service is August 26 and on every other Sunday, until it snows. Pastor Tim Greer and the congregation invites you to visit Farmer's Me­ morial Baptist Church. Ongoing Events Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our Reunion will take 2 p.m.: Meet at the New River State Parks' Visitor Center at the US Hwy 221 Access for an informative look at small mouth bass fishing in the New River. Program starts at 2:00 pm and will last 45 minutes. Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest Winner O.G. Money is the winner for this week's Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest. O.G. Money correctly chose the race winner, Tony Stewart, and guessed the correct number of caution flags with a guess of 8. Thank you for all of your entries! Please play the Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest again next week! services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday - Friday without appointments. Primary Care: Monday - Friday Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary Eligibility for Free Medical Clinic. Tuesdays. 4:00 - 6:00. Anyone interested in receiving free medical care from the Ashe County Free Medical Clinic must come to eligibility screening. To be eligible you must live or work in Ashe County, be between the ages of 19 - 64, have NO form of medical insurance, and pro­ vide proof of income that meets the clinic's policy. Call 846-4649 for an appointment, or come to the clinic (at the red light in Jef­ ferson) on Tuesdays from 4:00 - 6:00. WIC (Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children): If you are a pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum woman, infant, or child less than five years of age, and meet certain eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the WIC Program. WIC is a special supplemental food program that provides individually prescribed packages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program or know someone who does; contact 246-2013. Disabled will have and 3rd Month at the Ashe Central High School Rd. In Jefferson at 7 p.m..There will be food available at the Morning Star Cafe'. For more information call 336-982-3743. Riverview Lions Club needs arts and craft vendors for the annual festival by the River and Rubber Ducky Race on Saturday, Aug. 18. This is a fund raiser for local and dis­ tant Lions charities. For more information, call Barry Hass at 977-8847. Alcoholics Anonymous Group meets on Mondays and Thursdays at Jefferson United Methodist Church at 7:30 p.m. - Closed Discussion and Saturday at noon - Closed "Big Book Study" - All meetings are non-smoking. Narcotics Anonymous group m Wednesdays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. at Jefferson United Methodist Church. The Episcopal for a guided tree identification hike. Learn to identify common trees by their bark and leaves. The hike will be approximately one mile long. Wear comfortable walking shoes. For directions Competitive Auto Rates. Whether You jrmV a WANT TO BUY • On Your Side" Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company and Affiliated Compan>« Home Office: Columbia, OH 43215-2220 8/05 The Board of Elections meets the second Tuesday in each month at the Court House in Jefferson. These meetings are open to the public. Provisional Broker Course Scheduled: For provisional brokers, a 30-hour course in "Broker Relationships and Responsibilities" is scheduled for four Tuesdays in September at the Ashe Campus of Wilkes Community College located behind the Ashe County High School. Registration and the first class will be Sept. 5, beginning at 9 a.m. Tuition for the class will be 55 dollars. The text for the course will be an additional cost. The course will conclude Sept. 25. Students must have com­ pleted the pre-licensing course and passed the provisional bro­ ker state examination in order to qualify to enter the class. The instructor for the course will be Phil Lewis. Contact him by phone at 336-846-2078 or by email at Lewisp@skybest.com. Real estate course scheduled for fall: For persons who wish to obtain a real estate license, a course in the fundamentals of real estate is scheduled tor Wednesday evenings at the Ashe County High School. Registration and the first class will be Aug. 22 at 5:30 p.m. Tuition for the class is set at 60 dollars. The text for the course will be an additional cost. The course will conclude Dec. 17, with one class being held on Saturday, Nov. 17. The instruc­ tor for the course will be Phil Lewis. Contact him by phone at 336-846-2078 or by e-mail at Lewisp @ skybest.com. of HOSPITAL l/P NURSING DEPARTMENT Registered/Charge Nurse Full Time 7p to 7a Sign on Bonus Cal/j 336-3 72-3226 OK V I S I T WWW.AMHSPARTA.ORG Dancing Debbie's Registration LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND Registration for New Dancers 4$ August 16th 3:00 pm -^7:00 pm Jr 'Business Nationwide' Thursdays at 7 p.m. at West Jefferson United Methodist Church. AL-ANON (for family and friends of addicted persons): Meets on Wednesdays at the First Baptist Church in West Jefferson at noon. For details, call 384-1940. Equal Opportunity Employer Drive a 425 East 2nd Avenue • West Jefferson, NC 846-4196 pattonal@nationwide.com Mountain Overtones Barber­ shop Chorus now meets EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT Registered Nurse PRN For a free auto quote, call me... Stop by... Log on — it's your choice! • Financial Products offered at the West Jefferson Coffee House Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Come learn with others how easy it is to live more sustainably. One person really can make a difference! For information call Gerry at the New River Earth Institute 336-877-1860 or visit www.NewRiverEarthlnstitute. org. JOB OPENINGS Two-Door, Four-Door orThfOUQh a Garage Door. • Home Parish Choices for Sustainable Living discussion course AAA ALLEGHANY MEMORIAL 2 p.m.: Meet at New River State Park's Wagoner office at 2 p.m. YOUNG DRIVERS INSURED •Auto American Veterans BINGO on the 1st Thursday of the Family Central on Holy Communion will hold August services at St. Mary's in West Jefferson. Holy Communion is celebrated at 8:30 and 10. Coffee hour imme­ diately followed the 10 service. For further information, call the church office at 982-3076. the MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 Location; Dancing Debbie's Studio Little's Health <Sr Fitness Building Radio Hill- West Jefferson Ages 3 to Adults are invited to Join For more info call 846-8373 i Please bring $25 Registration Fee and 1st month's class fees �PAGE 12A FRIDAY/ AUGUST 17, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Senior Center completes kitchen expansion Ashe Services for Aging Foundation's second annual campaign has been a tre­ mendous success, exceeding its initial goal. Ashe Coun­ ty residents demonstrated their overwhelming support of Ashe Services for Aging through their generous dona­ tions. These donations have helped the senior center ren­ ovate and expand its kitchen area, adding new equipment and replacing outdated appli­ ances. "We are very grateful for the generous donations and support from individuals, businesses, civic organiza­ tions, and churches," said Dr. Clay Church, chairman of the ASA Foundation Board. For over 29 years, ASA has strived to meet the needs of elderly and disabled citizens through services and oppor­ tunities that enhance their dignity and help them main­ tain their independence at home. ASA has been the pri­ mary provider of senior ser­ vices in the county for nearly 30 years. Each year, ASA pro­ vides services to more than 5,000 Ashe County residents through its home care pro­ gram, home delivered meals, senior center activities, con­ gregate meals, senior hous­ ing, adult day health care, and food pantry. The agency has impacted most families in Ashe County. "Our campaign project for this year was to refurbish our commercial kitchen," stated Jane Banks, ASA executive director. When ASA relocated in 1996 to the current facil­ ity off Ray Taylor Road, the kitchen equipment from the old hospital site was moved to the new center. The only purchases of new equipment were a dishwasher and a stove. The equipment that was being used was not only old, but well-worn before ASA received them. Equipment was donated from a local res­ taurant and the former Bea­ ver Creek High School. Never having had an electric chop­ per, the cooks have always prepared foods with a small hand chopper. The renovation involved taking down part of two walls to expand the work area and adding new sinks and cook­ ing and prep equipment to give the volunteer cooks a more spacious and up-to-date kitchen. The ASA nutrition center serves approximately 35,000 meals per year through its home delivered meals and congregate nutrition pro­ grams. With the increasing demand for home delivered and congregate meals in the community, it was essential that ASA refurbish its kitch­ en in order to continue to meet these needs. In order to complete the renovation and purchase sev­ eral new pieces of equipment, Ashe Services for Aging also applied for, and received, a grant of $25,000 from the Cannon Foundation. ASA Foundation Board members are: Dr. Clay Church, Dr. Elam Kurtz, Bill Ashley, David Miller, Garner Blevins, Kenny Greene, Pat Considine, Sally Walters, Jak Reeves, Barbara Roe, Jane Banks, Dana Tugman; departing members Richard Blackburn and Jay Wild; and new members Rick Price and Virginia Roberts. For more information about ASA and the senior center, call 246-2461 or 2464347. Post photo by Linda Burchette Inspecting the newly renovated and expanded kitchen at Ashe Services for Aging are, from left; Executive Director Jane Banks, Foundation Board members Dr. Elam Kurtz, Dana Tugman, Bill Ashley, and Richard Blackburn, Nutrition Supervisor Betty Lambert, and cooks Tammy Jordan and Frances Houck. Local artist to offer workshop this weekend Local artist Raney Rog­ ers will offer a workshop on 'Painting Nature and Creat­ ing a Sketchbook Journal' on Saturday, Aug. 18 and Sun­ day, Aug. 19 at White Hart Woods in West Jefferson. Rogers will be giving in­ struction in her life's pas­ sion of painting nature and all of its nuances. She works in watercolors, oils, acrylics and pastels to create vivid, realistic and interpretational images of floral and fauna— both indigenous and from her air." Her work is in corporate and private collections on five continents and has been published in a wide variety of media. Register now to experi­ ence the delight of using bold color, broad strokes and fine detail for realistic textural painting depicting our natu­ ral elements at their finest. Workshop hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The fee is $270 and V travels. Rogers exhibits in the U.S. and abroad and regularly travels to paint "en plein includes lunch both days. Art supplies can be purchased on site. To register: call White Hart Woods, Center for Cul­ tural Arts and Leadership, at 336-246-3600; email: whitehartwoods@earthlink.net; or visit the website at www. whitehartwoods.com. White Hart Woods is located at 313 Mt. Jefferson State Park Road in West Jefferson. Ashe ®@©g Humane §®@oiw These animals are available for adoption. |. -* ,tr, .. V • I Skye is an australian cattle Sheba is a lovable, beau­ Sebastian dog with an outstanding tiful golden retreiver with a happy disposition in need of a wonderful shepherd pup who is 9 home. ful. they will be very intel­ ligent and easy to train. personality who was found in the Golden Pond Rd Dog Days at T. Gray's Shown In picture are Tiger Gray, owner of T. Gray's, Sue Taylor, Puppy Trainer and Board Member of New Life Mobility Assistance Dogs and Phoebe, an Assistance dog training to team up with Bob Breland a citizen of Ashe County. T. Grays is having Phoebe and friends come to the restaurant Sunday to help raise funds for her training. Profits from the meals on that special day will go to New Life Mobility Assistance Dogs help raise Phoebe. area. If not claimed, he will be available for adoption. is a wks old and has 3 sisters who are equally a beauti­ Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located directly In front of the Armoiy on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesoclety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@slybest.com BRP Concerts The Summer Concert Series continues at The Blue Ridge Music Center August 18 with a program entitled "The Blue Ridge and the Ra­ dio Revolution". It will honor the Epperson Family, pioneers of radio in the Blue Ridge, as well as other local and re­ gional radio personalities and performers. The MC is Paul Brown, musician, host and producer of National Public Radio's Morning Edition. Some of the best old-time string bands will perform to include The Toast String Stretchers, Kirk Sutphin and H.O. Jenkins. Benton Flippin, age 86, who performed on WPAQ's first broadcast in 1948, will also take the stage. Adult admission is $3.00 and the concerts begin at 7:00 p.m. The center is located at Milepost 213 on the Blue Ridge Parkway, near the Vir­ ginia-North Carolina border. It is open 9-5 daily through October. Informal music pre­ sentations are scheduled most afternoons, Sunday through Friday. gcrman Golf and Blue Ridge Living on the New River. Homesites from the $50s. New residences from the $200s. Call 1-800-292-6274 or visit our website at VisitJeffersonLanding.com. Jefferson Landing Ashe County, North Carolina �Football Friday Night FRIDAY, AUGUST 17, 2007 This week in Husky sports The Huskies open the 2007 Football Season with a trip to Miller's Creek to face the West Wilkes Blackhawks in a non-conference NCHSAA Endowment game. Kickoff is at 7:30 p.m. Huskies Fall Sports teams Women's Tennis Ivey Tant Lorna Vega Roxanne Thomas Rachel Curcio Lizzie Hanes Ariel Farmer Courtney Bowers Christina Cole Kendra Powers Allie Weaver Skylar Russell Varsity Soccer Derry Nixon Jonathan Leonard Dan Zeller Manuel Perez Cody McClure Jose Zapata Greyson Ashley Evan Gray Ezra Eckerman Rodolfo Reyes Richie Absher Zach Holman Chase Smith Juan Rodriguez Boston Maler Pat Carazo Sam Price mw - ^ w t vm: fm. \w ^ mtim i im-i * iilliife Varsity Volleyball #0 Kim McNeil, #1 Natasha Faw, #2 Sara Bumgamer, #3 Carmen Wagner, #4 Caitlin Elliott, #5 Paige Matheson, #6 Larken Mikeal, #10 Annie Hegar, #15 Kendra Yearick MSM JV Volleyball #1 Jessica Walker, #2 Lacey Maxwell. #3 Linden Wait. #5 Callie Barker, #7 Mariah Richardson. #8 #5"Callie laxwell, Katie Thore, #10 Chloe Craine, #13 Kelsey Walton. #14 Chandler Christensen. #21 Hillary Bowlin mmmfm WRiifc® Men's Cross Country Sunny Thomas Andy Widner Orrin Shatley Holden Hudler Women's Golf Devin Little, Taylor Stansberry, Olivia Cox, Morgan Johnson, Charity Shatley, Lauren Bringegar, Paige Blevins, Kelsey Johnson Women's Cross Country Stephanie Rati iff Shelly Barker Morgan Casey Jessica Koontz JV Soccer Hugo Ledezma. Evan Love, Lalo Montoya, Justin Jones, Ethan Young, Nathan Shepherd, Brian Lyall, Jordan Roberts, Jonathan Scott, Robert Jones, Roman Myers, Chun Zheng, Andrew Katz, Josh John­ son, John Edwards, Nathan Felkel, Alex Vogel, Aaron Cronk, Josh Richardson, Josh Barker Savannah Sheets Photos by Michael Graybeal �PAGE 2B FRIDAY/ AUGUST 17, 2007 JEFFERSON POST _____ SPORTS Little League receives donation New River Archery Club Results Cubs Mens Open 306 1. Jerry Whittington Mens Unlimited 311 1. Randy Mahaffey Seniors 302 1. Lynwood Payne Open Trophy 300 292 291 1. Joey Daniels 2. Josh Golds 3. Butch Coleman Mens Bowhunter 295 292 287 212 1. Brandon Smith 2. Derek Brown 3. Tim Greene 20. Justin Weaver A-1st A-2nd A-3rd B-lst Young Adult 275 1. Martin McVey Youth 238 1. Josh Barker 1. Dennis Henderson 2. Seth Greene 3. Austin Rupard 4. Amber Dishman 288 244 194 191 Free Coon Shoot Winners 1. Tim Greene 2. Randal Davis There was 14 Fun Shooters in the event The New River Archery Club would like to thank each one that came out to the shoot this past weekend. They have decided to add another shoot to their schedule and is cur­ rently planned for September 1, which will be a coon shoot. Deadline to sign up will be at 8:30 p.m. The shoot will start as soon as it gets dark. The New River Archery Club in­ vites everyone to attend the shoot. Post photo by Jim Thompson Bill Richardson (right), a coach and board member of the Ashe County Little League, graciously receives a donation for the amount of $320 from the Jefferson Post, presented by Teresa Roark Laws (left). The check is from the proceeds of the Little League Sa­ lute that the Jefferson Post published in early June and thanks to the support of local businesses, the youth of Ashe County are able to participate in the Ashe County Little League in the spring of each year. WRP latest results Austin "Chub Man" Rupard shots the other competitors in the Shoot how to shoot with accuracy with this shot on his way to a third place finish. WORKS HARD HARDER Post photo courtesy Kevin Thorne/ Teammedial Jason Keaton visits WRP Winner's Circle for his second time during the 2007 season. Top ET action was blazing hot with Jason Keaton of Yadkinville taking his second Top ET win of the 2007 season. Keaton drove his 64 69 Dart powered by GM to the win, defeating Nathan Eggers of Jefferson in his 79 Malibu. Mod Et winner was Donnie Winstead of Hickory defeat­ ing Tim Douglas of Yadkin- ville. The Jr. Dragster division saw Patrick South of Butler Tn. take the win over Taylor South of Millers Creek. The winner in the Top ET dash for cash was Don Ste­ vens and Michael Marley in Mod ET and in the Jr. Drag­ ster division it was Taylor South. Drag Racing action contin­ ues Thursday night with test and tune. Gates open at 6 p.m. and on Saturday, Drag Racing continues with the Empire Chrysler sponsored Points Series. The Gates open at 4 p.m. Qualifying starts at 5 p.m. For further info call 973RACE (7223) or visit www. wilkesbororacewaypark.com. ASU football tops preseason polls by Appalachian Sports Information BOONE, N.C. — Appala­ chian State University will enter 2007 with the same ranking that it held in The Sports Network's NCAA Divi­ sion I Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) poll for seven weeks a season ago — No. 1. For the second-straight year, Appalachian opens the season as the nation's topranked team in the TSN poll, released on Tuesday in Phila­ delphia. ASU received 67-of-71 first-place votes and were ranked second on the other four ballots in the season's initial poll. Second-ranked Montana tallied three of the four remaining first-place ballots. Massachusetts, who Appalachian defeated 28-17 in the 2006 NCAA Division I national championship game, comes in at No. 3, followed by No. 4 North Dakota State and No. 5 Youngstown State (ASU throttled YSU, 49-24, in last season's national semifinals). Four of the Mountaineers' nine regular-season FCS op­ ponents are ranked or receiv­ ing votes in the preseason poll. Southern Conference foes Furman and Wofford are ranked 11th and 14th, respectively, while Georgia Southern and Northern Ari­ zona were in the also receiv­ ing votes column at Nos. 33 and 34. Appalachian was ranked No. 1 for the first two weeks of the 2006 season before dropping to No. 2 when New Hampshire took over the top spot after drilling Northwest­ ern, 34-17, in week two. ASU regained top billing following a 14-7 win over Wofford in week seven and held onto No. 1for the final five weeks of the regular season and through­ out the Division I playoffs, en route to its second-straight national title. Appalachian had never been ranked No. 1 prior to winning the 2005 na­ tional championship. The Mountaineers put their top ranking on the line on Sept. 1 when they open the season at the nation's fifth-ranked Division I Foot­ ball Bowl Subdivision (FBS) team, Michigan. Kickoff is set for noon at Michigan Stadium (cap. 107,501). PRACTICE REPORT — TUESDAY, AUGUST 14: The Apps held just one practice on Tuesday, a two-hour session on another hotter-than-average afternoon at Kidd Brewer Stadium. Tuesday's 11-on-ll work was mostly limited to redzone, goal-line and other short-yardage situations. Other than the normal bumps and bruises associated with fall camp, the Mountaineers remain healthy with the sea­ son opener at Michigan just 18 days away. The drudgery of two-a-days returns on Wednesday, when Appalachian holds morning and afternoon practice ses­ sions at The Rock. 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Subject to approval by GE Money Bank "• Product Price - Monthly payments do not reflect applicable faxes or down payments Actual retail prices are set by dealer and may vary. Taxes, freight, setup and handling charges may be additional ard may very Models subtect to limited availability. •" Sea your local Independent Retailer for limiled warranly details Certain limitations and restrictions apply Specifications are subject to change without notice Images may not reflect dealer inventory end/or unit specifications t as rated by engine manufacturer 11Includes a 200 lb operator, a 200 lb. passenger and miwrun bed capacity. NASCAR is a registered trademark for the National Association of Slock Car Aulo Racing Inc. iimmmi YOU CANT GET ANY BETTER" �PAGE 3B FRIDAY, AUGUST 17, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Choosing a time to sell a home (MS) - Homeowners are fully aware of the fluctuat­ ing real estate market that's existed since the turn of the century. What's a good mar­ ket one day might be bad the very next, making it even more difficult to choose a time to put a home up for sale. Often adding to that diffi­ culty is the handful of other variables, such as weather, geographical location, and just how many other people are selling at the same time as you. Those thinking of put­ ting their home up should consider the following factors first. • Local economy: If your local economy is struggling, then it's generally a bad time to put your home up for sale. High unemployment rates are one thing, but if a large company with rumored lay­ offs is in your immediate area, chances are people will be shying away from looking for a home. Large purchases such as home buying are un­ derstandably put on the back burner when people fear they might be losing their jobs. On the other hand, if a large company is moving into your area and bringing with it an entirely new workforce, this is great for your local economy and and represents a good time to put your home up for sale, as those migrat­ ing to your area will need a place to live. • Interest rates: This is a no-brainer, but low interest rates make housing more af­ fordable, creating a great op­ portunity for sellers. Chances are, if you're selling a home, you're also looking to buy one, so low interest rates will not only help you sell your home, but help you better afford to buy your new one as well. • Competition: Competi­ tion can work in two ways. If your home is one of very few in your area on the market, that's a good thing, as po­ tential buyers will be more likely to compromise if there are fewer choices available to them. However, buyers like to comparison shop as well, and might be quick to make a decision if they can compare your house to another in a similar price range. • Pending sales: The pend­ ing sales in your area can indicate whether a market is moving slowly or rapidly. Pending sale refers to homes that have been sold but not yet closed. To determine how quickly or slowly a market is moving, compare the number of pending sales to the num­ ber of new listings. If there are substantially more new listings than pending sales, the market's not moving fast, and it might not be the best time to sell your home. If the ratio is closer to 1:1, then the market's doing well. In gener­ al, there will always be more new listings than pending sales, but the closer the two numbers are to one another will indicate the condition of the market you're about to enter. • Season: Traditionally, spring has been the time most sellers put their homes on the market, which makes it one of the more competitive times to sell your home. If you're ex­ periencing a mild winter, you might want to consider put­ ting your home on the market in mid- to late-winter. Inter­ est rates will likely be lower around this time, and you'll face less competition as well. If it's a particularly harsh winter, however, this is not a good approach, as buyers won't be out patrolling neigh­ borhoods in two or three feet of snow. |.| Heritage Realty Ashe, Inc. d/b/a " " M a i n Street Discount •Toile Curtains •Jabot Sets • Pillows • Baih & Bedroom Accessories • Rocking Chair Cushions • Hand Made Quilts & Shams to match • Tablecloths • Large Variety of Curtains • Towels • Bedding • Bedspreads •Comforters 9375 NC Hwy 194 N., Lansing, NC 336-384-3945 OPEN MON. - SAT. 8:30 AM -7:30 PM Ml. Jefferson Mortgage "Put Your Trust In Number One" 126 Roby Poe Road (336) 982-6020 11 Beaver Creek School Road West Jefferson, NC 28694 Business 336-246-2664 Real Estate for Your World 153234. REMODELED FARM­ HOUSE IN WALNUT HILL - Ultimate country setting! Remodeled old farmhouse overlooking well groomed pasture. This 3 BR, 1 BA home is in a secluded area at the end of road in nice neighborhood. Approximately 6 miles from downtown Jefferson. $169,500. Buy Your Home Today with 100% Financing & Absolutely No PMI INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED ™ and © Century 21 Real Estate Corporation Equal Housing Opportunity 153460. RANCH STYLE HOME IN GRAYSON COUNTY, VA - Minutes from the Virginia Creeper Trail! This immaculate home features 3BFV2BA with custom oak cabinets through­ out. There is a large, open tree-lined backyard that features apple trees and a newly stained deck. Home is move-in ready and being sold mostly furnished. Windows are Anderson, aluminum, double pane. $149,900 Now, how do you let people know?? The Jefferson Post Business Services page may he just what you are looking for! A single space ad costs only $50 per month and is in 12 issues of the Jefferson Post every month! A double space costs only $100 for the entire month!! Call Geraldine today at 336-846-7164 and Get the word out about • Did you know that you don't need money for a down payment on a home loan? • Did you know that since you don't have to pay Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) your monthly house payment can be reduced significantly or you may be able to afford a larger home? • Many people don't realize there is a loan available for a qualified homebuyer with an average (or above average) income who wants to purchase a residence and obtain 100% financing. • There are no restrictions on the size of the home. Any limitations placed on the price of your home depends on the same repayment ratios used by most conventional loans. • 100% of the appraised value of a home can be borrowed. Even closing costs can be borrowed if the value of the house is enough. • This is not a government subsidized loan. It's simply a 100% bank-financed conventional loan with a government guarantee. • Mt. Jefferson Mortgage is capable of of obtaining a Rural Development Government Guarantee that makes a 100%, no PMI loan available to average households. ' • Closing costs are the same as a loan without a government guarantee. • Reliable income and good credit are required. If you are in the process of buying a home or just thinking about purchasing a home and want additional information contact YOUR BUSINESS! 154012. TURN OFTHE CENTURY FARMHOUSE - Nestled on almost 2 acres of land located just across from the scenic New River. It fea­ tures a custom built-in china hutch in the dining room circa 1890's. This home has been completely remod­ eled from top to bottom includ­ ing brand new kitchen, bathroom, heat source, plumbing, wiring and windows. Priced to sell! Motivated seller. $225,000. 153844. CHESTNUT HILL - Spa­ cious 4BR, 1 BA, doublewide with a two room addition & 3.565 acres with abundant wildlife. This home features a large front yard with two creeks on the property. $109,000 Mt. Jefferson Mortgage at 982-6020. RF/VIBK Realty Group II "t! Vi ' 0 David & Barbara Thomas www.thomashometeam.com i# Broker / Owner Broker / Owner (336) 877-3535 - Ashe • 866-652-1990 -Toll Free 154089. GREAT COUNTRY LOCA­ TION - and only minutes to town! 154063. RIVERFRONT COTTAGE IN FLEETWOOD - Level and slight­ ly wooded riverfront property with cottage with full camper hookup as well. Enjoy fishing or canoeing right in your own front yard on the South Fork of the New River. $135,500. Well-maintained home with plenty of room for the family. Comes most­ ly furnished. Two master suites, two living areas, large kitchen, separate dining area, heated spa, covered porches with great mountain views, well-landscaped and fenced with outbuilding for storage and tools. Two car garage in heated base­ ment with workshop and craft room. $351,900. 155448. WALK TO THE NEW RIVER IN ONE MINUTE! Great river views from this nicely wooded 1.02 acre lot in Riverwood Acres. Recently sur­ veyed, and perk approval in progress! Camp out or build that dream cabin! This one won't last long $22,500. 154159. ESTATE TRACT WITH FABULOUS VIEWS - Stunning views of Phoenix, Three Top and the Peak. Gently sloping building site, secluded setting, only 15 minutes to West Jefferson. 7.1 acres for $149,900. w/southern expo, FP, complete finished upstairs w/2 dormers ready for added BR or bonus space. Walk or ride bikes to New River from this great LIBERTY LANDING home ready for immedi­ ate move in. BROKER INTEREST. $289,000. MLS#66369 Directions: Ashe HWY 221 Fleetwood Turn @ Liberty Grove Church Rd. go property on left. NEW RIVER Fleetwood! Vacation or NEW RIVER VIEW! Perfect immaculate year around full New River View from your deck or doorsteps. 2BR/2BA, family room w/ fireplace, basement with drive in garage. Store canoe, kayak, bikes, do laundry, have a work shop and bonus room to boot. Beautiful land­ scaped yard with fruit trees. Investment/ Income potential, great rental location close to Parkway, Boone, Jefferson. $249,000. MLS#68828 move in condition 3BR/3.5BA on 1.5 ac. w/ponds. Custom interior w/attention to details, designer kitchen & dining area w/river view, FR patio deck, drive in bsmt. w/workshop area. Easy access to the Jeffersons for shopping, plus many extras make this a must see home. Sell will include ADDED BONUS barn w/gardens & greenhouse on approx. 1/2 acre. Owner will consider financing. $439,000. MLS#62281 WEST JEFFERSON #1 QUALITY HOME: One of the best of the best! DEEP GAP HOME: Quality built, TOWNVIEW WEST JEFFERSON: perfect condition, level yard with stream, double garage entry, full basement with walk out, all one level living, fireplace, 3BR/2BA, laundry, hw floors, plus many extras, perfect location, central to Boone, BR, Jeffersons, must see to appreciate all features. $245,000. MLS#68728 Walk to parks, library and down­ town from this like new immaculate 3BR/2BA, paved driveway, all one level living in a wooded setting with full Mt. Jefferson view. Priced to sell @ $199,500. MLS#69673 Also available adjoining 1.06 acre wooded lot $29,900. MLS#69686 Call and Preview Today! NEWLY BUILT WITH WOODED VIEWS: 3BR/3BA on 1.083 acre lot THIS IS ONLY A SMALL PORTION OF THE PROPERTIES WE OFFER FOR SALE. FOR COMPLETE LISTS, CALL OR COME BY OUR OFFICE IN WEST JEFFERSON. TO SEE MORE OF OUR LISTINGS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT Charming, Multi-Use Property This 3BR/2BA home is set on nearly one acre with mountain & pastoral views. The home features a stone fireplace, open deck, numerous updates, & landscaping. Detached garage could be used as a workshop/ studio. The 690 SqFt barn is a slice of Americana and is a unique feature of this property that's additional storage. www.c21 heritagerealty.com Mountain Chalet Tucked away on 2.4 wooded acres, this 4 bedroom home is only Vi mile from the Blue Ridge Parkway. There is a detached garage and circular drive. Enjoy this private wooded setting located in West Jefferson and an easy drive to Boone. If you're in the market to sell your Home or Land, then you owe it to yourself to contact us! PH: (336) 982-2558 www.ALRE-BlueRidge.com 178 Star Drive, LIBERTY LANDING. Nestled among the tall oaks along the New River Valley is a wonderful residential community known as LIBERTY LAND­ ING. Laurel Mountain Builders has just completed construction of this beautiful, quality 3BR/2BA home w/2-car garage. Stone FP, hw floors & vaulted ceilings compliment the main living are?. Bonus room upstairs. A must see. Call today! $429,000. MLS#63900 LAKE FRONT HOME: All glass front offers exquisite views of Ashe Lake. Over 2,500 feet of decking surrounds this 3BR/2BA home on 1.85 acres, 2 beautiful stone fireplaces, sunroom, full basement - ready to add extra living space, 2 access drive­ ways, very private. $429,000. MLS#69303 Land Listings: WOW! WHAT A HOME: 345 Peace Street - LIBERTY LANDING. You will love this 4BR/3.5BA home close to West Jefferson and Boone. Enjoy the amenities of a main level living that flows with tile and HW floors, dramatic stone FP, Jacuzzi spa bath in master, vaulted ceilings, patio deck off dining and living room, 2-car garage and full walkout basement. Custom Built by Laurel Mountain Builders. $495,000. MLS#63901 1836 HWY. 221 NORTH IfO JEFFERSON, NC 28640 IfI MLS! Spacious, large, level & landscaped yard. Big Mt. Jefferson view, walk to town. 3BR/2BA, full basement, garage, 2 fireplaces, bonus room, formal dining, rocking chair front porch. The list goes on with so many neat details and features of this fine heirloom home! PREVIEW TODAY. $359,500 MLS#69293 �PAGE 4B FRIDAY, AUGUST 17 , 2007 JEFFERSON POST ALL ABOUTSTANDARD WORD SEARCH MONEVt j£ 60LD Money, or currency, is something that is used as a medium Find the words hidden in the puzzle below. of exchange. Over the centuries, money has come in all different shapes and sizes. In the United States today, the dollar is the primary form E A D B T L F O L M P Q V D I B J of currency in circulation. Until recent decades, most types of monies have CMQDG X S K E A F M Y F UC Z almost always been made from, or backed by, a precious metal. This means M V Z M F G J L Y Q H B I C QK V that the coins themselves have been made from precious metals, such as -y S W G N S I Y Y G T U C C A O X C gold and silver, or that the currency was not metallic, but there were precious T GB M X S N O F F F K G S C K K metals in a reserve to back up the worth of the money. In 1900, the United 35 RM Y N F S L R I R K E N I B HC States government passed the Gold Standard Act. For every paper dollar that existed, a certain amount of gold was kept in storage by the U.S. L ZWK I Z E A A K H Y B E H NO Government. This was called the gold standard, and it linked the money C H P K P U G L T Y L O K K G L I supply to the amount of gold in the U.S. Treasury. The government would 4 N I MS C L M E Q L P S D T K X trade exactly 25.8 grains of 90% gold for one paper dollar. Beginning in I Y V T F OO P M V I F A F W Y 1933, the U.S. began moving away from the gold standard, which had DN D R A D N A T S D L OG S V greatly restricted the number of dollars available. Today's dollars, like most currencies, are "fiat money," which means that they are backed by people's U S J E J F E T K Y U I G I E A % # % % faith in the government and not metals. •N-i During the American Revolution, the Continental Congress created the Office of the Treasurer. This office issued paper money, called a continental. Although the colonies officially had their first currency, its worth did not last long, as so many bills were printed that they became worthless. The colonists * soon adopted the phrase "not worth a continental." Today the dollar is made by the U.S. Treasury's Bureau of Engraving and Printing. Coins are produced by a process called minting and are created by the U.S. Mint. NICKEL CROSSWORD PUZZLE A A S L Y T I C X S Q A L N R N E U M H R I Y E A R N B C M U R T Y N S B S E R E M M Z J U V U O B G X V N I C N I T C M R S A G T O Q Y T H Q L Z M fSgSfJSSSi, P G E T Y S K P <J_y s a W O x I N W z 8 A AXDBOIOSX RZWNSHIAA „us XACS3 VOX fl H 3 OI X d 5. This coin is worth 25 cents. X I 11X vaA vx 7. Money's worth based on faith. rsno* NO 1 A A A I 3A 8. Company that saves your money. « I Nd X x o i i d X dH O OFT M 3 8 A H X tIXMZ1 9. U.S. coins are made here. 0 H fl I N 3 x a „„ 9 J N A il a x f t f i x x o s e x a a JJO N §,X H 8 9 X 10. This coin is worth 10 cents. oxnoxovoonxOAA isns»s V D A A X OO I 8 H O A 1 F O J W Z A H 13. Most coins are made from what? A Z F A I Q A Q D R N O J U B O V A Solve the puzzle using the clues provided. * DOWN CLUES: 1. Measure of gold per dollar in the 1930's. 2. A place to save your money at home. 4. U.S. department in charge of currency 6. This coin is worth five cents. 10. One of these is worth 100 pennies. 11. Used to pay for goods and services. 12. This coin is worth 1 cent. n 14. Once used as money in Ancient Rome. In order to help provent counterfeit, or fake AX? AOTf fr°m be'n9 made, U.S. dollars have Ut* Alt * » become works of art. Below, design your dollar. 1) 12) }.'OMEBOMAK, a 5) 7) Precious Metals Quarter Silver U.S. Mint U.S. Treasury RIDBITS Can you imagine being paid your weekly allowance in grains of salt? In Ancient Rome, some soldiers would receive their salary in < » grains of salt. This is how the term 'salary' was formed. A salary is I' a set amount of pay that someone receives from their employer, usually every 2 weeks. Circle the picture that is not ®\ 9 the same. 10 Dollars + 1 Nickel 16) T Y M E C N L Q LOOKALIKES 13) 25 Cents +1 Dollar i P P C O K A U V Circulation Continental Currency Dime Dollar Fiat Money Gold Gold Standard Government Half Dollar Money Nickel Penny LETS SAVE IT! Read the dollar amounts below. Then determine how much money you would have. Be sure to pay attention to whether you need to add or subtract! money. L I K Q T A L H V N P X Q A K G N K NW T X K I K Y N F F V I D C F K A Y H E N B F P W I X A I A penny saved is a penny earned. Have you ever heard that term before? It means the best way to make money is to save the $ you already have! Find an old jar. >£' "' Have a grown up cut a hole in the \ ^ 14 lid and you will have a piggy bank! MONEY MATH TIME A W ORK O V J N R J E T Z T V U U G O V E R N M E N T V R Q U Y HIDDER WORDS: • 8) 100 Cents I 5 Cents -1 Dollar I +1 Nickel 2 Dollars I 2 Dimes -1 Dollar 1-2 Nickels 0(8) 0(Z) S1U80 01.(9) l$(s) SIU0O sUfr) S0"0!•$(€) SZ'l$(Z) S}U80zU) A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO ALL OUR SPONSORS! feStf R We Build Your Home Residential. Land & Commercial Sales o/xlAo The Way You Want It HOM FS — www.classichomeshc.com 336-246-7101 •• - Mountain Aire Seafood & Steakhouse Commercial and Residential PO Box 972 • WEST Jefferson, NC Weekly Specialties Hwy 16 & 163 Intersection Glendale Springs, N.C. » 336-982-3060 336-246-6482 Fax:246-6402 i MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY WANT TO BUY STANDING TIMBER T E A M M Ne»l Jeff Ne*l Herman KHIla Sears Dudley Mizell l/MACKY KUBOHO, NC Inspections Auto Express ATF Service Minor Repeirs Kwik Lube, Inc. Tire Seles Owner/Manager - David Miller 608 W. Main Stivet• Jefferson. NC • 246-5945 14 Jefferson, NC 246-3360 Tuesday nights, kids eat free with an adult meal purchase B URGESS & S ON B ODY S HOP Hwy. 1(1 S. Glendale Springs • 336 082-3734 l\/f f f Xt JL JL • T J I J Tv JV I County Since 1950[ 336-246-7151 336-246-9969 Mon - Sat • 8:30AM - 5:30PM mm to your home fabricator! of Boont, LLC 2348 Hwy 105 • Suite 4 • Heritage Court Boone, NC 28607.823-263-0180. Fax: 828-263-0182 Search for W CZ> a vehicle CHEVROLET T Oldsmobile HOICK Road Building. Septic Systems, Basements, Footers, Ponds licensed 8 insured • Free Estimates • No job too small or large! Ocorgin Gortcx Insulated Work Wools WcMorn for Men Women Children shirts Western Wear for the Whole hi mi Open Ihndn) • Saturday 9am - 5pm T- BOOTS & )Hv Contact Robert Holman: Office - 828-963-4069 , A- ICKI to Ashe I ' Aha • 336-246-4343 I The Little Dealer With The BIG Heart! 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Ethan says, "Come go for a ride!" 200 Hospital Ave. 423-727-5113 Vannoy & Sons 19 South Third St. West Jefferson, NC West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-246-2307 • Toll Free 1-866-246-2307 www reQencvnropertiesnc.com zvzvxv.aslicmemorial.org W PARKER TIE COMPANY PO Box 609 * 204 E. Main St, Intersection of US 221 & NC 163 *1620 NC163-E West Jefferson. NO 336-246-3600 © EGENCY P ROPERTIES Chevrolet 336-846-4636 • www.wjclievy.net • personal • construction West Jefferson, NC • 336.846.1044 Ashe County Builders Supply "Complete Line of Building Supplies" 127 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson 336-246-3367 !D �PAGE 5B FRIDAY, AUGUST 17, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever kills woman RALEIGH - The Centers for Disease Control and Pre­ vention (CDC) has confirmed that a Guilford County wom­ an's death was the result of Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF). Public health offi­ cials say that deaths from the disease are rare, but the case highlights the need for pre­ venting tick bites. "This is a serious illness, but it can be largely prevent­ ed by limiting exposure to tick bites," said State Epidemiolo­ gist Dr. Jeffrey Engel. "North Carolina and Oklahoma ac­ count for the most cases of Rocky Mountain spotted fever in the country, so we need to be particularly vigilant here." The 61-year-old woman died in May. At the time, her attending physicians diag­ nosed RMSF as the cause of death. A skin rash biopsy was submitted to CDC for confir­ mation, and the CDC recently confirmed that RMSF was the cause. It isn't unusual for there to be a significant lag time be­ tween the RMSF death and the official lab confirmation. The last North Carolina Rocky Mountain Spotted Fe­ ver death occurred in 2005. There were 862 cases in North Carolina last year - 261 cases have been reported this year. According to the CDC, key symptoms are fever, muscle pain, headache and rash. The majority of patients are hospi­ talized. You can limit your exposure to by: •Wearing light-colored c l o t h i n g , which al­ lows you to see t i c k s that are crawling on your clothing. •Tucking your pants legs into your socks so that ticks cannot crawl up the inside of your pants legs. •Applying repellents to discourage tick attachment. Repellents containing permethrin can be sprayed on boots and . clothing, and will several days. Re­ lents containing DEET can be applied to the skin, but will last only a few h o u r s before reapplication is necessary. Use DEET with caution on chil­ dren. Application of large amounts of DEET on children has been associated with adverse reactions. • Conducting a body check upon return from potentially tick-infested areas by search­ ing your entire body for ticks. Use a hand-held or full-length mirror to view all parts of your body. Remove any tick you find on your body. •Checking children for ticks, especially in the hair, when returning from poten­ tially tick-infested areas. Ticks may also be carried into the household on clothing and pets and only attach later, so both should be examined care­ fully to exclude ticks. If you are bitten by a tick, quick removal of the tick re­ duces the chance of infection. To remove a tick: •Use fine-tipped tweezers, and protect your fingers with a tissue, paper towel, or latex gloves. Avoid removing ticks with your bare hands. •Grasp the tick as close to the skin surface as possible and pull upward with steady, even pressure. Do not twist or jerk the tick; this may cause the mouthparts to break off and remain in the skin. •Wash area with soap and water. Also wash your hands. •Note date of removal. If you develop symptoms, this could be important informa­ tion to share with your doctor. •Tape the tick to a white card, so if you become sick later the species of tick can be identified. BROC Head Start has openings available BROC Head Start, a pre­ school early child develop­ ment educational program, has openings for children three and four years of age. Sizemore Head Start is the name of the Ashe County center, which is located in Jefferson just off Northwest Drive Thomas earns certification West Jefferson, North Car­ olina (August 13,2007)—Jew­ el Thomas, computer aided design (CAD) operator at Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation, recently distin­ guished herself by completing all requirements to become a Certified Geographic Infor­ mation System Professional. Geographical information systems (GIS) are systems that stores, manage, analyze and edit geographic related data within a mapping sys­ tem. "I applied to become a Certified GIS Professional because I'm always looking for ways to expand my knowl­ edge base," said Thomas. "It took 18 months to complete Jewel Thomas the certification but I feel confident it will help me work faster and more accurately." "Certification is a way to document an individual's ex­ pertise in the GIS/Mapping field," said Mike High, direc­ tor of engineering services at Blue Ridge Electric. "It also distinguishes them as ethi­ cal and competent in the GIS field. We're extremely proud of Jewel's accomplishment." Thomas is a graduate of Appalachian State Univer­ sity and has worked for Blue Ridge Electric since 1994. Blue Ridge Electric is a member-owned, not-for-profit electric cooperative serving some 70,000 member-owners in Caldwell, Watauga, Ashe, Alleghany, Avery, Alexander and Wilkes counties. Workshop today in Laurel Springs Upper Mountain Research Station (UMRS) in Laurel Springs is hosting an Organ­ ic Crops Rotation Workshop on Friday, Aug. 17 from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. The workshop will focus on "Organic To­ mato Production and Farmscape Plantings for Beneficial Insect Habitat." For the past three years, a small patch of UMRS has been managed organicsally and used to grow rotations of vegetables and cover crops using techniques that can easily be emulated by small farms in the area. Crops at UMRS face the humidity, cool nights, and other chal­ lenges common to farming in the High Country. Yet de­ spite such obstacles, careful attention to soil fertility, crop rotation, and other sustain­ able practices has yielded successful organic crops of broccoli (2005) and winter squash (2006). This year, a crop of organic tomatoes is in the works, including both heirloom-types and some commercial varieties. All growers interested in organic production are invited to at­ tend. NC Cooperative Extension and staff of UMRS will share the techniques used for build­ ing soil fertility, planning ro­ tations, and managing pests. Workshop participants will also be able to observe and scout an adjacent planting of beneficial insect habitat plants, chosen to attract and nurture predators of common pest-insects, and also to taste several of the varieties of to­ matoes in production. The workshop is free and open to all interested grow­ ers. Registration is strongly suggested as some resource materials are in limited sup­ ply, and will be distributed on a lst-come, lst-served basis. For more information, or to register, call the Ashe County Cooperative Exten­ sion 336-219-2650. More information about the Upper Mountain Re­ search Station can be found at http://www.ncagr.com/research/umrs.htm. (near the Gates Plant); follow Northwest Drive, Sizemore Center is on the right at the top of the hill. Head Start serves income eligible families; also a lim­ ited number of over-income families can be served if their children have disabilities or special needs. Proof of income and proof of child's age (birth certificate) must be shown when applying for Head Start. Income may be for the previous calendar year or the past 12 months. Currently, there are no over-income slots available; families may be, placed on the waiting list. Classes will begin on Sept. 4 and will run through midMay; hours of operation are from 8:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. on Monday through Thurs­ day. A variety of services are provided by Head Start. These include family servic­ es, comprehensive education, parent involvement oppor­ tunities, health service, nu­ tritious meals, and services for children with disabilities or other special needs. All services are offered to the children at no charge to the family. Transportation to and from the Head Start Center is provided within a limited area of the county. Parents are encouraged to transport when possible. The Head Start Center is a licensed child Care Cen­ ter with a five star rating. It meets all requirements of the N.C. Child Care Licensing Di­ vision. Head Start also oper­ ates the Child and Adult Care Food Program that is moni­ tored by the N.C. Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources, Nutrition Services Section. For more information on eligibility and to make an appointment to apply, please call Brenda M. Roten at the Sizemore Head Start Center at 246-6448. Christian women to meet The High Country Chris­ tian Women's Club invites all women of the area to our Aug. 28 meeting, Tuesday, 6-8 p.m. at Deerfield Fellowship, Deerfield Road in Boone. Our spe­ cial feature this month will be "Back to School Fashions" for children of all ages and from your favorite stores. The speaker for our meet­ ing is Margaret Wahlhouse calling Norma at 264-1210. A of New Bern, NC. She will be free nursery is available with speaking on "Mirror, Mirror reservation. Bring a friend on the Wall." Music will be by and join us for a great catered young local sensation Jessica meal, all inclusive for 11 dol­ Presnell. lars. Reservations and cancel­ Christian Women's Club is lations by Saturday, Aug. 25. sponsored by Stonecraft Min­ Reservations should be hon­ istries, a national/interna­ ored if not used by a friend. tional group based in Kansas Reservations can be made by City, MO. Quality Clothing Summer Clearance Sale! 'Ladies Presses Tefife, fAi$$ & 5ize$ $1 5 - $lo •Ptehd IhUme When you're open to every direction, you can go almost anywhere. Coords $2-$15 •jCnif fops ^ Optimism is a powerful state of mind. $ Believing that a fork in the road is actually just two great opportunities. And which Girl's Presses ever direction you choose, well, knowing it will take you where you want to go. $2*$15 Maybe this sounds surprising coming from Ladies CUmi's a bank. 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Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 ' West Jefferson, NC 28694 (We accept personal check, Visa or Master Card) Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 e-mail: classified® jeffersonpost.com Web: www.jeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANKYOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER'S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise any preferences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, financial status or national origin includes children un­ der the age of 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody ot chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are here by Informed that all dwellings advertised In this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found Found in the Creston area, Cabbage Creek Road. Possibly a long haired Jack Russell female. (336)385-1091 or(336)385-1091. Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 100-General Services Blue Ridge Cleaning Service office or residental new construc­ tion clean up. Bonded and insured. Free quotes. (336)838-7377 or (336)262-8719. PIANO SERVICE ^ Call for free "W estimate Larry Carmichael 336-372-4247 STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem, NC Phone: 336-768-1177 Res.:336-468-8802 Bill Shugart 140-Help Wanted Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! TCPI is soliciting bids for NCDOT contract # 1t-03-005-205 in Ashe County. Route US 221 & SR 1149. Job de­ scription: grading, drainage, paving, ero­ sion control, seeding and mulching, mono­ lithic concrete Islands and pavement mark­ ings. Interested WB and MB should contact TCPI @ (336)246-7244 or PO Box 863 West Jefferson, NC 28694. All bids must be in TCPI office by 11:00 on 8-21-07. TCPI is an equal opportunity em­ ployer. Baptist Children's Homes of NC, is seek­ ing Full Time & Part Time Residential Care­ givers at our group home for adults w/developmental disabilities in Zionville. The Full Time position requires working 7 continuous days' w/overnight stay & 6 days off. The Part Time position requires working Saturday & Sunday beginning after 12 noon. Qualifications: HS diploma or equiva­ lent, experience work­ ing w/adults w/developmental disabilities, or desire to learn & valid driver's license. To ap­ ply: send resume to org or call 828-2978001. We offer Medi­ cal, Dental, Annuity, Vacation and Sick time benefits. EEO Drivers wanted 24yrs or older with clean re­ cord. To work Satur­ days, Sundays, and some week days. Ex­ perience equals pay. J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 260-Garage/Yard Sales ASHE SERVICES FOR AGING EM­ PLOYEE YARD SALE SATURDAY, AUGUST 18 BEGINNING AT 7:00 AM LOCATED ON RAY TAYLOR ROAD IN WEST JEF­ FERSON CALL (336) 246-2461 FOR DI­ RECTIONS-LOTS OF GREAT STUFF! MEN'S CLOTHING, TOOLS. FURNITURE, CHILDREN'S CLOTH­ ING, WORD PRO­ CESSORS, COMPUT­ ER COMPONENTS, BOOKS, LADIES CLOTHING, KITCHEN TEMSAND A WHOLE LOT MORE!!! Yard Sale August 17th 10 AM-2 PM, August 18th 7AM1PM Items include Tread­ mill- Exercise Bike, household appliances, boys size 12 clothes, mens clothing, lots of womens clothing. Plus many other items. R eq u i reme nts—Act i ve Class A CDL, Current Physical, 1 year Experience and Good Driving Record!!!! "'Come Join The Winning Team*" Check us out on the web at www.bcbtrucking.com Yard Sale Saturday August 18th. 7:00 AM-until Items to sell include; Furniture, curtains, toys, nice boys, girls, womens, and mens clothing and shoes, au­ tomatic garage door opener, artifical Christ­ mas tree, household items and much more! Across from Blue Ridge Electric on Vannoy Drive, 5th house on the right. 310-Musical u M J r*»cf-1• Grands - Consoles new & rebuilt - We lease, buy, move, tune, refinish & rebuild pianos Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 330-Pets Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information Harold is 7-8 year old tri-color beagle who was found with a leath­ er collar on. Harold is a very sweet & gentle older fellow. Call 336-372-8744 for more info or visit our website at alleghany.petfinder.co BIG RESULTS! Memory is a 2-3 year old reddish colored set­ ter/lab (or chessie?) mix found as a stray. She's very sweet and cries for attention like she misses her family. She has a red collar on. Memory is also housetrained.Call 336372-8744 for more info or visit our website at alleghany.petfinder.co m. PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. 235-Christmas Trees Livestock PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 300Miscellaneous BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. Fraser Fir Christmas Trees available in all sizes. Call for Pricing 336-877-7167 260-Garage/Yard Sales Multi family yard sale at Ashe Medical Asso­ ciates parking lot Sat­ urday August 18th 7AM-until. Rain date August 25th. Yard Sale Beginning August 17th and 18th, for three weekends. Located at Joe Stephens old store in Creston. From 8:00 AM until? To much to mention! For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. Let our Classified Ads go to work for You! Call us at 846-7164 Wilkes Community College PT Nurse Aide Instructor Alleghany Campus & Wilkes Campus Must be RN with LTC experience Contact Barbara George (336)838-6204 " 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. 500-Mobile Homes for Sale FOR SALE: 1997 ATTENTION: ALL FUDodge Ram- this vehi­ TURE HOME BUY­ cle may be seen at 132 ERS!! Just in 4 Poplar Grove Rd. Con­ MONTHS Winter Will nector, Ste B Boone, Be Upon Us. You Need N.C. Mark envelope To Buy Now So You "Sealed Bid" and sub­ Can Be In Your New mit to Marion Deni, Home Before Cold and New River Behavioral Snowy Weather Sets Healthcare, 895 State In. Call For Appoint­ Farm Road, Suite 508, ment At 336-973-2335 Boone, NC 28607. Bids Freedom Homes Ask will be opened at For D S Prevette. 10:00AM, August Check Out the 31,2007. New River Behavioral Healthcare Jefferson Post for reserves the right to re­ ject any and all bids. the latest deals on If you need any further Mobile Homes by information, please contact Barbara Jones Local Dealers at (828) 264-9007 ext. 114. Thank You. House For Sale (own­ er). New 3bd/2bath 430-Rooms, doublewide. 1490sq.ft. Apts., Houses Never lived in, on half For Rent acre lot. Partially fur­ (2) Two bedroom nished. Lyalls Acres. apartments in Creston $117,500. $300/mo, plus deposit. (207)566-0801 Call (336)877-3635. Land owners. Guaran­ teed. Home approvals. FOR QUICK (336) 973-4462 RESULTS! LOOKING TO BUY" Need to advertise a YOUR FIRST HOME?? place for rent? List it Great package for in our "for rentfirst time buyer sections. land home packages!! Call us at 336-973-4462 336-846-7164 Little Classifieds... Yard Sale to be held August 16th and 17th For more Information 8:00 AM until. At the on Jobs and home of Tom Stuart on Interviews, Please call Parker Eller Road, 3/10 Dan Finney, Monday of a mile off Deep Ford through Friday 8 AM to Road just follow the 5 PM at 800-334-1617. signs. Items include Sally is a senior yellow childrens* toys, kids (she's a pale clothing, dishes, tod­ lab dler bed, adult clothing, tan/yellow color) found She's a one carat diamond ring as a stray. (new!) $175 firm. Rain sweet and gentle dog Local financial institu­ date August 24th and with a mellow personal­ tion opening for assis­ 25th. ity. She may have tant manager. Send re­ been on her own for YARD SALES sume to PO BOX 578 some time as she is Advertise your yard West Jefferson, NC quite dirty. Call 336sale in this space. 28694. 372-8744 for more info or visit our website at LOOKING FOR A RE­ 1 time -$9.50 alleghany.petfinder.co WARDING JOB? RHA 2 times $15.00 m. Health Services has positions available Copy and payment 350-Wanted to working with develophave to be in our Buy Or Swap mentally disabled office by these adults. Full-time and deadlines: GRUBB part-time positions are LOGGING available in Ashe and Tuesday Edition Wants to buy large Watauga counties. Al­ Friday by 9 am or small tracts of so, looking for a fullFriday Edition time house keeper. timber. ALSO: Wednesday by 9 am High school diploma or Land with or GED and valid driver's Two inch space for without timber. license required. For the above costs. Call: Jim Grubb more information, 336-877-2330 please call (828) 262290-Horses & 5450. SALESPERSON WANTED: Experienced Manufactured/Modular salesperson home needed to assist cus­ tomers with their home buying process. Earn up to $1,000 per week, plus commission, plus great benefit package. Background check and drug test required. Fax resume to (336)9734478. 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale Timber for sale, (336) 385-4572. Huge family yard sale. Saturday August 18th. A little bit of ev­ erything! Location, 177 -rank Dillard Road. 9054 Old 16 HWY 16 Lawson Support Serv­ Crumpler.NC ices, LLC has a full White house on the left time position open for a before Crumpler Post qualified professional Office, beside Healing with a four year degree Springs Church. and experience in MH,DD, and/or SA. Salary DOE. Please Yard Sale fax resume to: (336)372-6087, come Friday and Saturday, by with resume and full August 24th and 25th; out an application or starts 8 AM on Friday and Saturday. Ending call(336)372-6083. at 12 PM on Saturday. Local Drivers Needed At Greg and Linda HolWant To Earn Extra mans house, 1289 Wade Bare Road, Money West Jefferson NC. BCB Inc, Needs Drivers To Run Local Full & Part-time Positions Available 300Miscellaneous pruce Hill Apts Appli­ cations are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC 'One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments 'Handicapped accessible 'Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance i mi available For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 490-Houses/ Apts. for Sale Lovely three bedroom, three bath home for sale by owner at the top of Candlelight Park, on one acre, on Mt. Jefferson. Wooded with long range view. Wrap around decks. Attach­ ed double car garage and decks have ground level entrance. Large laundry room. Kitchen, dining, living room combination with stone fire place. Large den/rec room in base­ ment. 2579 sq. ft. $315,000, call (336) 246-6897 for appoint­ ment 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. NEW GOVERNMENT LOANS!! New 3-4 Bedroom land/home packages. Qualifying hot line 336-973-4462 WE GET ER DONE!! New land home doublewide and modulars Available now.... GOVERNMENT MAKES DOWN PAYMENT New Generation Homes 336-973-4462 CAN'T TOUCH THIS!!! NEW MODELS DOUBLEWIDES, LAND/HOME No CREDIT!!! 1ST TIME HOME BUYERS QUICK APPROVAL 336-973-4462 Let me help you to create unique logos, brochures, business cards, booklets and camera ready ads. High-end quality at reasonable rates. No job too big or too small. For more information, please call Firefly Graphx at 336-982-5145 or email firetlvcanoe & vahoo.corn 1195-Legals FOR SALE: 1997 Dodge Ram- this vehi­ cle may be seen at 132 Poplar Grove Rd. Con­ nector, Ste B Boone, N.C. Mark envelope "Sealed Bid" and sub­ mit to Marion Deni, New River Behavioral Healthcare, 895 State Farm Road, Suite 508, Boone, NC 28607. Bids will be opened at 10:00AM, August 31,2007. New River Behavioral Healthcare reserves the right to re­ ject any and all bids. If you need any further information, please contact Barbara Jones at (828) 264-9007 ext. 114. Thank You. NOTICETO CREDITORS FOR SALE BY OWNER: 1011 THREE TOP CR. W. JEFFERSON 1000 SQ FT DOUBLE WIDE ON 1.5 ACRES. NEVER BEEN LIVED IN. 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH READY TO MOVE IN. CALL FOR DETAILS. (336)9732335. 530-Lots & Acreage This is the 30th day of July, 2007. ZERO down. Land home packages. (336) 973-4462. 510-Mobile Home Lots for Sale Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. EagelRidge Sub.:Warrensville, NC Acreage:0.617 FSBO. Great Mountain top building lot in log home community with common access to the New River. Lot is level and sloping and has potential for great mountain view. Easy to build onl Subdivision offers underground uni­ ties. Already Perked. $55,000. (919) 5534853 or (919) 9153305. 535-Commercial Property Commercial Building in Lansing for R3nt, 1034 sq fett. $300 561-750-2399 SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. THANKYOU Jefferson Post FOR HIRE Having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of Elmer Bryan Miller, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 3114 Big Windfall Rd.Lansing, NC 28643 on or before the 3rd day of November, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make mmediate payment to the undersigned. First Time Home Buyers...ZERO (0) Down!!! We make it EASY. (336) 973-4462. If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. 1115Professionals Burl D. Miller Executor/Administrator for the Estate of Elmer Bryan Miller NOTICETO CREDITORS Having qualified" as Ex­ ecutor of the Estate of John Gilmer Gentry, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 253 Bonanza Circle Piedmont, South Carolina 29673 on or before the 3rd day of November, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the esatate will please make imme­ diate payment to the undersigned. This is the 7th day of August, 2007. Sandra Gentry McNeil Executor/Adminstrator for the Estate of John Gilmer Gentry 1195-Legals 1195-Legals NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY MARK ASHLEY LANE, Individually and as Ad­ ministrator CTA of the Estate of FERRIS EU­ GENE LANE Petitioner vs. JESSIE CLIFTON LANE (Single) LAURIE PAIGE LANE SIMS and husband, MARK SIMS; KAREN LEIGH LANE BUMGART and husband, MARK J. BUMGART Respondents IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DI­ VISION BEFORE THE CLERK 07-SP-114 OF PROCESS PUBLICATION BY TO: JESSIE CLIFTON LANE (Single); LAUR­ IE PAIGE LANE SIMS and husband, MARK SIMS; KAREN LEIGH LANE BUMGART and husband, MARK J. BUMGART TAKE NOTICE that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above spe­ cial proceeding. The nature of the relief sought is as follows: 1. For a judicial sale of land belonging to Ferris Eugene Lane at the time of his death, in or­ der to create assets to pay the debts of the decedent, the same consisting of a resi­ dence and real proper­ ty located at 209 Frank Witherspoon Road, Jefferson, North Caroli­ na. You are required to make defense to such pending no later than the 19th day of Sep­ tember, 2007 and upon failure to do so, the party seeking service against you will apply to the court for the re­ lief sought. DATED THIS 10th day of August, 2007. VANNOY & REEVES BY: JIMMY D. REEEVES P.O. DRAWER 67 WEST JEFFERSON, NORTH CAROLINA 28694 (336) 246-7172 ATTORNEY FOR THE PETITIONER PUBLIC NOTICE INVITATION TO BID Sealed bids for con­ struction of the Ashe County Law Enforce­ ment & Detention Cen­ ter under a single prime contract will be received by the Owner, Ashe County, at the county manager's of­ fice located at 150 Government Circle Suite 2500, Jefferson, NC 28640 until 2:00 pm on Thursday Sep­ tember 13, 2007 at which time all bids will be publicly opened and read. The Architect is Hemp­ hill - Randel Associ­ ates, 4425 Randolph Rd., Suite 302, Char­ lotte, NC 28211. Tele­ phone 704-365-3636, Fax 704-365-5748. The project is located on Government Circle in Jefferson, NC on a site to the west of the existing courthouse building. The project consists of construction of two buildings sepa­ rated by a fire wall. The first building, the law enforcement cen­ ter, is a three story steel framed structure with brick veneer and a single ply TPO roof. The second building, the detention center, is a two story, masonry load bearing structure with hollow-core pre­ cast concrete roof and floor planks a brick ve­ neer and a single ply TPO roof. The work consists of furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, and serv­ ices indicated on the drawings and specifica­ tions or as reasonably necessary to provide a complete building ready for occupancy, and for its intended use. Bid forms, drawings, specifications may be obtained on or after Monday, August 13, 2007 by sending a $200 deposit to the Ar­ chitect, Hemphill Randel Associates. Additional sets may be obtained for $200 each. If the bidder wishes to pick up Drawings and Specifi­ cations at the Archi­ tect's office call the Ar­ chitect to set up an ap­ pointment. Deposits will be fully refunded, first set only, to all contractors and subcontractors who submit bona fide bids and who return the drawings and specifica­ tions in good condition within 10 days after bids are opened. The same deposit return policy will apply to ad­ ditional sets except that a $100 printing and shipping charge will be deducted from the de­ posit. A bid security in the amount of 5% of the bid amount shall be submitted with each bid. Bid securities may be made in the form of a bid bond, deposit of cash, or certified check on some bank or trust company insured by the Federal Deposit In­ surance Corporation. In the event the suc­ cessful bidder fails to execute -the contract within ten (10) days af­ ter award, or give satis­ factory surety as re­ quired, the above de­ posit shall be retained by the Owner as liqui­ dated damages. No bidder may with­ draw his bid within thir­ ty (30) days after the opening thereof. Bid­ ders are also notified that they must be prop­ erly licensed under state laws governing their respective trades and that applicable pro­ visions of Charter 87 of the General Statutes of the State of North Car­ olina shall be observed in the receiving of bids and awarding contracts for the work. The Owner reserves the right to reject any and ail bids, to waive formalities, and to award the contract to other than the low bid­ der should it be deemed in his best in- Gates Corporation The world's most trusted name in belts, hose and hydraulics. POSITION OPENING: Gates Corporation, Ashe County Division, currently has multiple openings for Cell Team Leaders in a Lean Manufacturing environment. The primary responsibility of the Cell Team Leader is to lead the Cell Team (8 to 10 operators) to achieve safety, quality, productivity, and cost goals and to lead the team in problem solving techniques to support improvement objectives in all these areas. The Team Leader role is a development position for a number of higher level opportunities, including Production Supervisor, Operation Manager, Planning & Logistics Manager, Quality and Process Improvement leadership positions. Successful candidates will spend the first 3 to 6 months training on all production jobs. Must be able to work any shift. Specific Job Duties: 1. Responsible for insuring that all Team members understand Plant and Cell goals and objectives and that Team members understand their individual roles and responsibilities toward achieving those goals. 2. Will track and report quality and production performance and will initiate corrective action to correct nonstandard conditions. 3. Will insure that communication of pertinent data is presented accurately and timely. 4. Will help establish and lead Cell improvement projects, utilizing Practical Problem Solving techniques and other tools and resources, as needed. 5. Will help determine and lead Kaizen opportunities. 6. Responsible for conducting 5 minute Pre-Shift Production Meeting to review safety, quality, delivery, and cost issues, and adjustments in manpower or work strategy. 7. Will occasionally fill in production slots to cover for vacations, absenteeism or to assist with training of new hires. 8. Must be willing to participate in training activities to continuously improve Team Leader skill sets. Education/Experience Requirement: Minimum High School diploma; College degree preferred. Must have one or more years experience in leadership position. Skills Needed: Must have demonstrated Leadership skills, strong analytical skills, good organizational and computer skills. Must be able to effectively communicate with Team members, Support groups, and all levels of Management. Qualified applicants should submit resume via email to bdhowell@gates.com. Phone calls will not be accepted. An Equal Opportunity Employer �FRIDAY , AUGUST 17, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7B Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals terest. posit to the Architect only. No addenda shall be sent to any other lo­ cation. It is the con­ tractor's and subcon­ tractor's responsibility to verify they have re­ ceived and / or re­ viewed all addenda pri­ or to submitting their wife^ RUBY FAR­ RINGTON; CLAYTON FARRINGTON and wife, JUNE FARRING­ TON; JOHNNY FAR­ RINGTON; BESSIE HALL (Single); IDA STONE (Single); RI­ CHARD FARRING­ TON (Single); and JOANN WALKER and husband, BOB WALKER; RINGTON; JANET FARRINGTON MILL­ ER and husband, JEFFERY MILLER; and JEFFERY FAR­ RINGTON (Single); RINGTON and wife, DONNA FARRING­ TON; JACK FAR­ RINGTON (Single); JANET FARRINGTON MILLER and hus­ band, JEFFERY MILL­ ER; and JEFFERY FARRINGTON (Sin­ gle) you will apply to the court for the relief sought. A pre-bid conference will be held at the county manager's of­ fice at 150 Government Circle, Jefferson, NC 28640 on Thursday Au­ gust 23, 2007 at 2:00 pm in the second floor conference room. All bidders are invited to attend. bid. STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF ASHE mav also be inspected at the following loca­ tions: JIMMY D. REEVES, ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF KATHERINE SEVERT; HENRIETTA B. ENG­ LAND and husband, PETER V. ENGLAND; LINDA B. WORKMAN (single); KATHY B. STEWART and hus­ band, CALVIN L. STEWART; EDD M. FARRINGTON, JR. (single); LUCY PAR­ SONS and husband, CLYDE PARSONS; GLENDA WALTERS and husband, CECIL WALTERS; JAMES FARRINGTON and Charlotte office of the Architect The Ashe County man­ ager's Office AGC Plan Rooms in Charlotte and High Point F.W. Dodge Plan Rooms in Charlotte Reed Construction Da­ ta Plan Room in Char­ lotte Unless otherwise indi­ cated by addendum, addenda shall be sent to the locations listed above and to any Con­ tractor or Subcontrac­ tor who sends in a de- Petitioners vs ANNIE CRINKLEY (Single); DEBRA M. FARRINGTON KEENE (Single); BRENDA J. FARRINGTON McMAHAN (Single); JENNI­ FER FARRINGTON (Single); NANCY FARRINGTON (Sin­ gle) EDWARD DAN­ IEL FARRINGTON (Single); ERIC FAR­ RINGTON and wife, CHERRY FARRING­ TON; WENDY PAIS­ LEY and husband, JEFF FARRINGTON; TOMMY FARRING­ TON (Single); JERRY FARRINGTON and wife, DONNA FAR- Respondents IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 07-SP-76 TAKE NOTICE that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above spe­ cial proceeding. NOT!CE_QF_ SEBViCE PROCESS BY PUBLI- The nature of the relief sought as follows: CAriQN TO: ANNIE CRINK­ LEY (Single); DEBRA FARRINGTON KEENE (Single); BRENDA J.FARRINGTON (Single); McMAHAN JENNIFER FARRING­ TON (Single); NANCY FARRINGTON (Sin­ gle) EDWARD DAN­ IEL FARRINGTON (Single); ERIC FAR­ RINGTON and wife, CHERRY FARRING­ TON; WENDY PAIS­ LEY and husband, JEFF PAISLEY; TOM­ MY FARRINGTON (Single); JERRY FAR- For the judicial sale of those lands descri­ bed in the Petition and which were owned by Katherine Severt at the time of her death in West Jef­ ferson Township, West Jefferson, North Carolina. You are required to make defense to such pleading no later the 26th day of September, 2007 and upon failure to do so, the party seeking service against Being NUMBER celebrate. ONE is nothing to DATED THIS 17th day of August, 2007 VANNOY & REEVES,PLLC By: Jimmy D. Reeves P.O. Drawer 67 West Jefferson, North Carolina 28694 (336)246-7172 Thr And rnoia than 163,000•«< die NUMBER ONE cancer Administrator of the Estate of Katherine Severt Bui ttwre e 'wpe New Moments are «p Lung Cancer Alliance If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. NO MORE LUNG CANCER # THANK YOU Jefferson Post US-LAWK SERVICES/* Lawn Care, Inc. CLEARING & GRADING • Foundations • Drainage/Erosion Control • Land Clearing ({ H&J • Road Construction • Water Gardens & Landscaping Appalachian Roofing Co. Lot Maintenance ^ Minor Landscaping 9464 Hwy 16 N • Grassy Creek, NC 28631 Thomas Reed - Owner 336-246-3434 Wesley Calhoun 977-9040 • 846-4688 • 977-4882 X™ ROOTING -V Lawn Services Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and part time residents of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. 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Owner: Charles Roop Lansing, NC «• ROOTTNC ASHE COUNTY ROOFING A BOB'S TREE SERVICE -Sony tfrnfoy Stectmic oxftaU" All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs than 172,000propk Bob Cox 780 Anderson Hill Rd.* Lansing, NC VCell: 977-2978 Home: 384-4978 336-384-2063 J \ OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE .f .A sjtV; +-**. • r .i<>-, •. !;•,« - T Kay Combs ^ Trees Service, Tree Topping.Trimming and Removal Hedge Trimming, Landscaping, Bush hogging All Dangerous Trees Free Estimates 336-977-1272 or 336-982-6218 -t(, UNTRY fcr TREE SERVICE Cox's Stump Grinding & Tree Service JOE'S TV AND Free Estimates Fully Insured 35 Years Experience Mountain Welding SALES & SERVICE & K Construction J Phone: 336-246-5634 Cell: 336-977-8701 • Stainless Steel • Aluminum • Mild Steel SATELLITE RA* CONSTRUCTION zenith Decks • Remodeling • Pressure Washing • Replacement Windows • Painting iAecoa%'S THREAT FY, r\ INSURED'FREE ESTIMATES • Commercial • Residential • Customized P.O. Box 276 • Warrensville, NC 28693 John Barker 336-384-3222 Kenny Spencer 3-384-2761 • cell: 877-7829. 24 Hour Welding Servlco Portable Units lor On site Woldiny Ashe County's ONLY NC DOT Certified Pipe Welder Authorized Technicians On Board 30 Plus Years Experience 982-3335 Shop located at; 245 Von Turner Rd. • West Jefferson, NC R Phone: 336-877-7511 ames Ellis - Owner 17 years experience csr ELECTRICAL Industrial • Commercial • Residential Mountain Field £*cavating & flcmlittcj I (PQJiz* i BUobiuia£ No JOB Too SMALL! & Contracting Co. 336-877-5010 Where Quality is a Tradition All Work Guaranteed / Licensed, Bonded & Insured ftooiie Grading Co., lj,c No Job Too Small or Too Large! ALL TYPES OF GRADING tk LICENSED & INSURED FREE ESTIMATES • Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds Contact Robert Holman • Land Clearing • Road Building Office: 828-963-4069 Fax: 828-963-8610 • Septic Systems • Basements • Footers Q,||. 828-773-6736 Meeting all your\ Graphic Design needs. No job too big or too small! 336-982-5145 fireflycanoe@yahoo.corn • Lot Clearing •Basement/Footers omesites Spring Work • Ponds 'Ditching • Driveways • Gravel, Mulch, Dirt Michael Pennington 336-385-2346 Mobile: 336-977-1312 •v\\os Sanitation Sen,/ IQQ v It's Finally Here! William 3^VmyPhillips Wf Y We are now A Private Trash Service jg| accepting new for Ashe County! Uaccounts Garbage Service includes: Weekly or Biweekly Pickup Residential, Light Commercial and Small Business Accepted Contact us at: 828-394-4944 or 828-292-3211 Toll Free: 877-217-9866 • 8am - 6pm �PAGE 8B FRIDAY, AUGUST 17, 2007 JEFFERSON POST LIGHTERSIDE Super Crossword ACROSS 62 Bright of "Sirens" 1 Dollops 64 Part of MST 110 Word form 5 Russian 65 Mediocre for "minute" ruler 67 Mason's 111 Salon 9 '87 Peace need request Prize winner 68 Any 112 La-la lead-in 14 Incur, 69 Deplores1 114 Castle as bills 70 Scandina­ material 19 'Thanks vian 117 Contaminate —!" computer? 121 NBA handi20 Dingy digs 73 Puts cappers? 21 Jargon another 127 "One really 22 Crop up thick steak, worm on 23 Clothing please"? the hook? store? 75 Composer 129 Simpson of 25 Gary Cooper Janacek fashion in "High 76 Chip off 130 Paul of Noon ? Woody's "American 27 Asian nation block Graffiti" 28 Jab 78 Archaeo­ 131 Currier's 30 Genetic info logical site partner 31 Poetic 81 Class ring? 132 Siegmeister preposition 82 Galley or Wiesel 32 Stoltz or feature 133 Greek Sevareid 83 Absolutely sandwiches 34 Actress adored 134 Atlanta Perlman 8 4 G a y " campus 38 Brazier bits 86 Socialite 135 AM EX rival 41 Seats Perle 136 Take-out picked up in 90 Anti-knock order? the Senate? stuff 45 Bank (on) 92 Glisten DOWN 46 Tai — 94 Chaos 1 Stare (martial art) 95 Puppeteer stupidly 47 RecrultLewis 2 Dairy-case to-be 96 Israeli dance purchase 48 Baseball's 97 Counterfeit 3 Piglet's Sammy 99 States, for papa 50 Coaxed short 4 Meryl of 54 Plane place 100 Mighty mite "Marvin's 103 Marina 57 Bedroom Room" furniture statistics? 5 Even if, 59 Elbow — 107 Corelli informally 60 Available composition 6 Trace 61 Photo finish 109 Macpherson 7 As well 8 Stink 9 "— of You" ('84 hit) 10 — Branco, Brazil 11 Caravansary 12 Like fine wine 13 Tulsa type 14 Brit, fliers 15 Psychic Geller 16 More congenial 17 PC enthusiasts 18 Parisian papa 24 Mata — 26 Singer Georgie 29 Significant years 33 'Take — leave it!" 35 Sounded like a serpent 36 Seth's son 37 Evaluate 39 Divulge, with "out" 40 Bronte heroine 41 Detective Charlie 42 Nonstandard contraction 43 A swan was her swain 44 Country star Brooks 46 Comic Margaret 49 Strong suit BY AL SCADUTO THEY'LL DO IT EVERY TIME TRICKY BUSINESS » e e h E E to y u ho matter where —v* a P u o ? / ft 7HEVVE HEAKP/T/ALL BEFORE ~ j ^OUP/CH TOPR/LL A MOLE-/TMLL 0£ WHERB RES ARB Hi OPEN g£H/HP The WALL -R/OHT? POLICEMEN, THAT IS — j J WASN'T SP66PIN0--J: WAS JU9T K££PlN£ UP U/rTW ' TRAFFIC- 51 Entire range beginning 52 Senator 98 Ignites Kefauver 101 Conductor 53 Cozy rooms Klemperer 55 Pants 102 Christie 56 Each sleuth 58 Monty's 104 Bandleader milieu Brown 59 Loon's 105 Till relative 106 Laughed 61 Demi or loudly Dudley 107 Disreputable 63 It multiplies 108 Aquatic by dividing animal 66 Declare 111 Unexpected 69 Bendix role obstacle 113 "Excuse 70 TV host Robin me" 71 Major artery 115 Exiled 72 Swanky dictator 74 Soprano 116 Dark blue 118 Run In Gluck 75 See neutral 83 Down 119 Sedaka or 77 Block Simon 78 Go off track 120 Dendrolo79 Print-shop gist's supply concern 122 Arafat's grp. 80 Emulates 123 Part of O'Meara 83 With USAR 124 Funnyman 75 Down, Philips "Gigi" author 85 Turn pages 125 Prepare to feather? 87 Andrew of 126 Farm "Melrose feature Place" 128 Nationality 88 "Guarding suffix ('94 film) 89 Flock o' docs 91 Irish island group 93 Inland sea 94 Big pOSF/TAL Pud I UJL6AM&S- sreerv RBCOVERV? Ut'U. IW£ A FELAP46 TRVlUQ TO PUZZLE OUT JU&T Vl$5£HTiHG> VOTFStffc-- mo7«£ 9 JOCMO WC/MSTEiM, Forer LAuveo&Ai.e, PLA HOCUS-FOCUS Weekly SUD0KU BY HENRY BOLTINOFF by Linda Thistle 6 4 5 2 2 9 7 1 8 6 9 6 5 8 1 7 5 7 2 8 4 7 2 Find at least six differences in details between panels. 3 2 1 /fen©' V^oi-V"fr 1 5 3 9 Place a number in the empty boxes in such a way that each row across, each column down and each small 9-box square contains all of the numbers from one to nine. DIFFICULTY THIS WEEK: • * • • Moderate •• Challenging • * • HOO BOY! V^otT"fr |LU SI uBis MOpiUM IBIPEG q -pe6uBip SBq SJOABIJ jo jaqiuniq J96JB| SI jssuedsp u&JDBN 4p AQ Moq B SBI) UBJM e 'luaiawp -SS •g © 2007 Kino Features Synd . Inc. World rlotits reserved. S| 0A96|S s/og's 'peppB ueoq Meet seq ojnpy •[ :seouejejjia me at the job rispn County^/, Amber Wa ves V bv Dave T. Phipps "M 1/ . v . Si NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Laurel Springs Voluntary Fire Department, Inc., will hold a Public Hearing at the Fire Department, located at 12509 NC Hwy 18 South, Laurel Springs, NC, beginning at 7:00 p.m. on the 28th day of August, 2007. High Resale Value Vehicles The meeting is open to all interested members of the general public to express their views, orally and in writing, regarding a proposed tax-exempt loan from First Citizens Bank & Trust Company to the Laurel Springs Voluntary Fire Department for the purchase of a 2007 GMC midi-pumper. 1. Mini Cooper 2. Honda Accord 3. Toyota Avalon 4. Porsche 911 5. Acura TL 6. Mercedes CL-Class 7. Honda Odyssey 8. Range Rover Sport 9. Toyota Sequoia 10. Toyota Tundra 16-18 FEATURING: Learn tax preparation: H&R Block Income Tax Course starting soon. L c S I P L 423-727-9412 for info) Immediately following the Public Hearing, the Board of Directors will hold a meeting to discuss specific requirements and to consider authorizing the Corporate Officers to execute the appropriate documents on behalf of the Corporation. Source: ForbesAutos.com 8 6 • A Farmers Market •Antique Tractor Show (Saturday) • 46 4-H and FFA exhibits and demonstrations, • A Carnival by Great Southern Mid* • Food and craft vendors • Deja VU (Friday evening) • Musical entertainment • Gospel sing crhurs) • Beauty Pageant (August 11- call 9 Z P 6 E Z 8 I Z I e 9 6 P S 8 L e Z 6 I 8 9 P s L P 9 Z E S 6 I 9 I s 9 6 L E H&R Block, a leader in tax preparation services, is currently encouraging people to enroll in the FI&R Block Income Tax Course. The course is designed with times and locations convenient for busy people with jobs, school, and family commitments. Upon successful completion, some students may have the opportunity to earn extra income as H&R Block tax professionals.* 8 S 9 P L Z 6 8 L Z E S 6 9 l 9 € s P I P L 1 8 9 Z 6 9 z S L E P H&R Block has experienced instructors that use the most up-to-date teaching materials. Students will learn to complete individual and business returns for both federal and state returns, as well as the ramifications of the latest tax laws, through hands-on experience with actual case studies. If you would like more information about the H&R Block Income Tax Course, visit hrbIock.com/taxcourses or call 1-800-IIRBLOCK. Bilingual students are encouraged to enroll! • • • • Petting zoo (Fri) Horse shoe tournament Horse show (Fri) ATV rally (Sat) (Sat) GATES OPEN at 4 p.m. on Thursday & Friday and 10 a.m. on Saturday They close each day at 11 p.m. Johnson County's Second Annual Fair is sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce 426 E. Main St. Jefferson, NC 28640 336-246-7520 'Enrollment restrictions may apply. Enrollment In, or completion of, the H&R Block Income Tax Course Is neither an offer nor a guarantee of employment ©2007 ll&li Block Tax Services, Inc. ADBWI, Call 423-727-9412, 423-727-5800 or 423-727-8460 for more information Chamber Park Doe Valley, Term. Htvy 67 Admission is $8 for adults $6 for children under six UNLIMITED RIDES $5.00 admission for Senior ('itizens on Thursday and $1.00 off admission for students on Friday I Let's L make this L a fair to ^remember. �FRIDAY, AUGUST 17, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 9B LIGHTERSIDE GO FIGURE! The idea of Go Figure is to arrive at the figures given at the bottom and right-hand columns of the diagram by following the arith­ metic signs in the order they are given (that is, from left to right and top to bottom). Use only the numbers below the diagram to complete its blank squares and use each of the nine numbers only once. • • • • i • • m + X - * X 20 . Bits 25 + DIFFICULTY: * • * • Moderate •• Difficult • ••GO FIGURE! Birdine by Linda Thistle 21 11 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 C 2007 King Featu'et Syndicate. Inc by. Cindy Brook Clean Water It's hot outside and birds need fresh water. One or more birdbaths will keep them hydrated. Also, algae growth can be kept to a minimum by simply scrubbing the bottom of the bath with a nylon scrubbie evety few days. No need for chemicals using this method. C 2007 King Features Synd.. Inc THE PYRAMID OF WORD POWER! GET ANTSY trying to solve this ant See if you can find the route from the the ant home in one minute. Starting with the word CHASTENED at the bottom of our word pyramid, try dropping one letter at a time, as you work your way up, so that the remaining letters at each level spell out a new word. To make the chal­ lenge harder, the following helpful hints are not in ascending order: B S.JI PHYSICAL Illustrated by David Coulson 1 A small amount. 2. To be punished. 3. Soized hastily. 4. To have done something. 5. Highest rank. 6. Shouted monotonously. 7. To remove from. 8. Sweet, edible fruit. 9. Present during. THE MYSTERIOUS OBJECT! Under the napkin is an object that has 8 corners, 6 sides and 12 edges when it's dry, but has none of these when it's wet. What do you think it is? aqno jsBns HUMANS AREN'T THE ONLY ones THAT HAVE uawisuy CHAIN REACTION! Take the seven letters printed below the diagram and place them in the circles so that eight 4letter words can be read top to bottom along the con­ necting lines. All the words will begin with the letter in the top circle ^ |, ^ £ £ 1 7"W^22 /$5W- cl'U U. f B 'IB 'pel £ '0|np 'popti 'qoBiap 'poiuBip 'peipieus § 'peueiseqo (dn uioHoq 0I|i uiojj) ISJOMSUV & BOjUi 'eojw '6|ltU 'IIIUJ '0|BIU 'IIBUI 'IIBUi 'piBW :mBu 0) i)0| 'luouoq oi doi 'aiB spjoM am :sja/v\suv Wishing S Well AND THEY ARE JOINED IN THEIR ENDEAVOR BY 6EVERAL 8PE0E6 OF SHRIMP AND ONE —N KIND OP CRAD MJR— SOME BUTTERFLY PISHES, GOBIES, BLENNIES AND WRA66E6 ARE THE'HEALTH INSPECTORS' 1 OP THE OCEAN REEPS... | THESE CREATURES FLAY AN IMPORTANT ROLE IN THE UNDERSEAS WORLD AS THEY CAREFULLY 60 OVER THEIR PATIENTS, REMOVING FUNGUS AND PARASITES THE TlNy THE REEFDWELLERS ARE APPARENTLY RECOGNIZED BY PREDATORS AND ARE USUALLY SAPE PROM ATTACK... OBSERVATION DECK AND IP THESE SELF-APPOINTED 'DOCTORSV ARE RE AWED FROM THE LOCALE, THE POPULATION'S HEALTH IS LIKELY TO DECLINE '•ItfrJ Mn op. C)(e stood beside a cottage lone and listened to a lute, One summer's eve, when the breeze was gone, and the nightingale was mute. by Jeff Pickering DEFECTIVE/ HERE IS A PLEASANT LITTLE GAME that will give you message every day. It's a numerical puzzle designed to out your fortune. Count the letters in your first name. If number of letters is 6 or more, subtract 4. If the number than 6, add 3. The result is your key number. Start at the per left-hand corner and check one of your key numbers, to right. Then read the message the letters under checked figures give you. BACK" © 2007 King Features Synd., Inc. World rights reserved. MuRiweriRM1- t<»claj «-«»cl NiiveJ C a l l m IMI I.II Ml ••III 111111II11 HI III I• u in111 •1111 • • IM i III 1111 inn Ill I I II I Ill mil. " * m Presented by the High Country Church of Christ In the Old Testament, the prophet Jeremiah spoke of a new covenant, "Behold, the days come, saith the Lord, that 1 will make a new covenant with the house of Israel, and the house of Judah:" (Jer. 31:31). After quoting Jeremiah's prophecy, the Hebrews writer penned this great truth - "In that he saith, A new covenant, he hath made the first old. Now that which decayeth and waxeth old is ready to vanish away" (Heb. 8:13). The New Testament is that new covenant. Following are three reasons to submit to the authoritative doctrine of the New Testament in all spiritual matters. II. III. ' 1 ' 2 SCHOOL! 'f • !'-v< K SAAAS0H6 Searching the Scriptures \ I. HARDLU ARE ^ap'^KlNG- ANP YOJUCKEPTHEM! THE5B R)$TA6E 3TAMP£ ARB M P BLUETOOTH HEADSET The old covenant, commonly referred to as to the Old Testamemt, was given only to the children of Israel upon their release from Egyptian captivity. It was never given to, nor intended for, mankind in general. Futhermore, the Old Testament cannot be obeyed today. C- $50 UNLIMITED PLAN - UNLIAAITED TEXT AAESSA6ES If Jesus is our high priest today, then the New Testament is our guide. The Hebrews writer made it plain that the Aaronic priesthood had ended. "For the priesthood being changed, there is made of necessity a change also of the law. For he of whom these things are spoken pertaineth to another tribe, of which no man gave attendance at the altar. For it is evident that our Lord sprang out of Juda; of which tribe Moses spake nothing concerning priesthood" (Heb. 7:12-14). Jesus is now our high priest and all men are subject to the New Testament. - UNLIAAITED NI6HTS $ l/t/EEKTNDS - UNLIAAITED AA08ILE TO AAOBlLE - \00 FREE TO ROAAA AAINUTES Retail Locations West Jefferson God's final revelation to mankind, the New Testament, was entrusted to God's Son. Jesus said, " All power is given unto me in heaven and in earth" (Matt. 28:18). That authority is manifested on the pages of the New Testament and no where else. This new covenant, under which sins are remembered no more, was of such great and universal importance that it was published to mankind by God's own Son. 1447 C Ml. Jefferson Rd 800-235-5007 Agents West Jefferson • Skyline Telepone 1079 NC Hwy 194 N 800-759-2226 . T&D Satellite West Jefferson • Tony Lyall 948 Hwy 221 Business 336-846-3601 While supplies last. Requires 2 year agreement on qualified rate plan $39.99 and above. We, at the High Country Church of Christ, desire simply to be the church we read about in the New Testament. We seek your comments, insight, and questions as we study together from God's Word. For more information, write to: High Country Church of Christ, P.O. Box 228, West Jefferson, NC 28694, or call Harrv Callowav f877-5484l Certain restrictions apply. See store for details. We've Got You Coveredf 800-235-5007 I Carolina West •^P-Wireless www.carolinawest.com �PAGE 10B FRIDAY/ AUGUST 17, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Winning teams from Frank M. James tourney Morning winners gross: Blue Ridge Electric.Team Members: Brian Crutchfield, Larry Bare, Mack Osborne, Clint Bedsaul Morning 2nd Place Gross: Classic Homes. Team members: Ralph Davis, Joe Sturgill, Charlie Sturgill Morning 1st Place Net: Skyline Telephone. Team members: Jim Shepherd, Hal Carnes, Brent Greyson, Robert Andrews • * - S&w ' •• < ••••''- ' 'v w fernoon winners gross: Miller Insurance. Team members: Chris Miller, Graham Caddeil, Bob Adams, Alan Cockerham Afternoon 2nd Place Gross: Board Of Trustees. Team mem­ bers: Bob Zane, Charlie Bowers, Gale Hurley, Mike Johnson Morning 2nd Place Net: Tim Vannoy Team. Team members: Tim Vannoy, Erica Vannoy, Alice Vannoy, Amos Vannoy New River movie to screen at festival "New River" is a musical documentary that follows the rich history of the Campbell and Brooks families. The film will be screened at the 2nd Annual Ola Belle Reed Fes­ tival on Friday, Aug. 17, at 9:15 p.m. The film is narrated by Zane and Hugh Campbell, and co-host Gary Irving will be at the screening to answer questions. The film will also broadcast on Public Television/WHYYs Y Arts Comcast Cable Channel (date TBA). The movie documents the lives of such noted bluegrass artists as Ola Belle Reed Afternoon 1st Place Net: Skyline Telephone. Team members: (Zane and Hugh's aunt), Un­ Bill Oliver, Dan McMillan, Tre Bell, Bobby Hudler cle Guy Brooks of The Red Fox Chasers and others. The film was an official selection at the 2007 Festival de Cannes Short Film Program. Aunt Ola Belle created such bluegrass hits as "High on a Mountain," which earned her a gold record, and "I've Endured." Uncle Guy Brooks was credited with writing the first trucker song, "Wreck on the Mountain Road." Uncle Hub wrote "Don't You Call My Name" which has been re­ corded by several noted bluegrass artists. Brothers Zane and Hugh ha v e b e e n a c t i v e i n t h e m u ­ sic industry as well. Hugh's song "Shape of a Tear" was Afternoon 2nd Place Net: Mount Jefferson Family Medicine. nominated for 2003 Song of Team members: Chan Badger, M.D., Melinda Wonslck, M.D., the Year by the International Bluegrass Music Association. Kevin Wonsick, Kevin Kurtz, M.D. Zane's "Post-Mortem Bar" was in the film "Longtime Companion," which was the first American film about HIV/AIDS. Zane's music was also the soundtrack for the film "Bittercress," which has been in several film festivals (including the 2007 Cannes Film Festival Short Film Pro­ gram) and on cable television. Tom Sims is Director/Pro­ ducer for Above the Line Films, based in both Philadel­ phia and Cape May, NJ. His first feature film, Bittercress, was screened at five film fes­ tivals (including the New Jer­ sey State Film festival and the Delaware Valley Film Festival). It was also seen on cable television. Both of Tom's first works, Bittercress and documentary New River, were featured at the 2007 Festival de Cannes Short Film Pro­ gram in May. Aside from pur­ suing his film ventures, Tom has signed a publishing deal for his first book, Repo Elf. He also operates a consulting firm (more information at www. tomsimsconsulting.com). Join us for a one day pre sale event. August 18,2007 10am-6pm Free Food: Pig Picking, Hot Dogs and other items for the children. Bluegrass Music by Rock Bottom, Arvill Scott, Eric and Brandon Hardin, Appalachian Mountain Girls 11% Dtscoont of flrat II lots told! Muclrrrd mule Mole Fit Bull Around 5 moiiMi.s old IIIIS MC . around 2 vrs old: found in Kwcooii llollur Ciiiiiptifoiind l ies! / Beadle mix around 2 years old. Xante is IVdro and is liotise l.ocMcd in the North Carolina High Country fifteen minutes front Boone, NC. this collection of home sites has • wonderful trout stream, small cascading stream, large older trees, and thousands of rhododendrons. The home sites ranging in sines from .856 to 1.856 acres, all provide excellent building locations. Chestnut Creek on Shatley Mountain is surrounded on three sides by a 4700 acre tract that has been placed in perpetual conservancy. Those acres will remain undisturbed for future generations and provide additional solitude for Chestnut Creek property owners, Cm sure that one* you see these home sites you will agree it offers incomparable serenity and tranquility. I rained, only *9.00 !o adopt. Directions: From Boone fbke I *4 North at Hardccs 10.2 Milts to a left on Wilkt Miller Road, Co approximately 1.3 miles to Chestnut Crock on Shatley Mountain. >Thke 421 to Deep Gap turn right on 221 N. Proceed I miles u> Hwy 194 S toward Todd Go approximately i Miller Rood on right Cm approximately U miles to rJPdf %..F Female Spaniel around \n«ieI a spayed Beadle / Brif fatty Terrier mix dial is around Male l)SII dial is around 4 is I year old. She will only moidhs old. lie was found fliaf i years old. eosl *0.00 To Adopt. Asm ANIMAL CONTROL in Wesl Jefferson. J3JB J m u- � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. 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NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Christmas tree going to the White House by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Ronald Reagan was presi­ dent when the Christmas tree---slated to decorate the George W. Bush White House Blue Room this year—was planted in Laurel Springs. For about 19 years, this Fraser fir has endured the bitter winds of winter and the scorching heat of summer to become a magnificent example of its kind, worthy enough to grace the First Family's home in the heart of the nation. Joe Freeman, owner of Mistletoe Meadows Christ­ mas Tree Farm, is proud to be providing the tree for the Blue Room this year, an honor awarded to the grower win­ ning first place in the National Christmas Tree Growers Asso­ ciation biannual convention. Freeman's win is unique in two ways. It happened the last time the national conven­ tion was scheduled to be held biannually, and he won with a white pine, a most unusual occurrence. The last time a white pine won was in 1968, presented in 1971 by a North Carolina grower. The popular trees are firs: Fraser, Noble and Douglas. "I did not expect to win in Portland at all because I had a white pine," Freeman said. "A white pine never wins. The conventions I've been to, I've never seen a white pine win. They were much more popular 10 or 20 years ago." His trip to the national convention resulted from win­ ning the state contest. The winner of the state contest at the summer meeting goes on to compete at the national level, and the co-champions at national are given the choice of presenting the White House tree that year or the next. Freeman chose to make the presentation in 2007. Last year's tree came from Penn­ sylvania. Specifications for the White House tree are strict, Free­ man said. It must be at least 18 and a half feet tall, and full and pretty all the way around. He has two trees from which to choose, both close to 20 feet tall and about as perfect as a Fraser fir Christmas tree can be. "There aren't many 18 foot trees around," he said. "It takes about 19 years to get that tall. There aren't many over 12 foot trees because of the market and the difficulty in handling them. The six to seven foot tree used to be the most popular, but now the sev­ en to eight foot trees are the most popular." Freeman said the tree he believes will be chosen is one he had planned to use in his own home this year. He and his wife, Linda, residents of Asheboro and Ashe, are build­ ing a new home in Ashe Coun­ ty with high ceilings. When asked what the tree is worth, Photo courtesy of the Navy Newsstand DISTRICT of SABARI, Afghanistan (May 16, 2007) - U.S. Navy Cmdr. Dave Adams and the Governor of Afghanistan's Khowst Province, Areata Jamal, talk before the start of a ceremony in the District of Sabari.They gathered to celebrate the construction of a new district center that will provide better security for the area's residents. Adams is the commander of the Khowst Provincial Reconstruction Team stationed at Forward Operating Base Chapman, Afghanistan. U.S. Army photo by Pfc. Micah E. Clare Live connection to Afghanistan planned for Military Tribute (Editor's Note: Pfc. Micah E. Clare serves with 4th Bri­ gade Combat Team Public Af­ fairs. This story is reprinted with permission by the Navy Newsstand, the source for See Tree, page 5A Navy news. Clare said, "This story is a great ftxqmple qf the progress the Navy is a part of in the Islamic Repub­ lic of Afghanistan. It's from a couple months ago, but it still rings true in my eyes." Clare has lined up the senior com­ mander for the Navy in the Joint Logistics Command in Bagram, Afghanistan to talk to the attendees at Saturday's Armed. Forces Tribute in Ashe County on the large video screen to be set up at Family Central.) by Pfc. Micah E. Clare Special to the Post wtr. Post photo by Linda Burchette Laurel Springs Christmas tree farmer Joe Freeman will donate one of these two magnificent Fraser firs to the White House for the holiday season this year. The tree will be chosen by White House staff in October and then cut and transported in late November. FORWARD OPERATING BASE SALERNO, Afghani­ stan (NNS)—Less than 10 miles from training camps that produced many of the 9/11 hijackers, a team of co­ alition service members are working together to make sure the area once home to Osama Bin Laden's terror­ ist organization becomes an environment that will deny such people a support base ever again. But for this joint service team, spearheading the fight against terrorism in Eastern . Afghanistan's Khowst prov­ ince doesn't involve executing tactical military operations, but in providing reconstruc­ tion assistance. The Khowst Provincial Reconstruction Team, based in Forward Operating Base Chapman near Khowst City, serves as the main effort in Photo courtesy of the , rebuilding Khowst province KHOWST CITY, Afghanistan (May 15, 2007) - U.S. Navy by distributing humanitar­ Cmdr. Dave Adams, commander of the Khowst Provincial ian aid, mentoring local gov­ Reconstruction Team, greets delegates from the United ernment officials, planning Arab Emirates (UAE) at the Khowst governor's compound. for construction projects and The delegates visited the province to show their support for providing security for impor­ continued UAE investments in Khowst City. U.S. Army photo tant events, said Cmdr. Dave by Pfc. Micah E. Clare Adams, commander of the Khowst PRT. needed to focus on winning answered the call and stepped "We're a reconstruction the security fight, and a sep­ up to assist, explained Ad­ organization with a military arate military organization ams, a submarine officer of arm," Adams said. was required to head up the 21 years who volunteered for PRTs were established badly needed reconstruction this command. in Afghanistan when it was efforts. A team of military advisors, realized in 2003 that units The Navy and Air Force See Afghanistan, page 5A County will honor troops, veterans Saturday by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Hundreds if not thousands of people are expected to at­ tend the events this weekend for the Armed Forces Tribute in Ashe County. Veterans will be treated to a lunch at the National Guard Armory on Saturday at 11 a.m. and then they will join their families, friends and community sup­ porters at Family Central at 1 p.m. for a day of exciting ac­ tivities. Those planning to attend the events are asked to park at one of the following loca­ tions and catch a shuttle to Family Central as parking is very limited: Ashe County Courthouse, Jefferson United Methodist Church, Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church, Mountain View Elementary Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulationfsjeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com School and Friendship Bap­ tist Church. Shuttles will run all day. Parking at the armory for the veteran's luncheon is reserved for those veterans who need to use a wheel­ chair. Live satellite communica­ tions with troops in Iraq and Afghanistan will take place at Family Central through the resources of North Carolina Public Television and the U.S. Armed Forces. (See accompa­ nying story about the Navy's efforts in Afghanistan.) Fi­ nancial sponsors for this cost­ ly process are still needed. Anyone wishing to have their group's photos honoring veterans, or any individual with a photo of a veteran to share, can take those photos to Bill Weaver at Ashe Coun­ ty High School by Thursday morning to have them includ­ ed in a power point movie to be screened at Family Cen­ tral on Saturday. To have photos returned, include that information with the photo. Otherwise, the photos will be Hospital Auxiliary to hold jewelry sale The Ashe Memorial Hospital Auxiliary is spon­ soring a $5 Jewelry Sale on Thursday, Sept. 6 from 7 am to 5 pm and Friday, Sept. 7 from 7 am to 3 pm in the hospital dining room. Cash, checks and credit accepted. CWW gives rebates to schools Wilkesboro, NC—Local schools throughout the Carolina West Wireless service area continue to reap the benefits of the School Rebate Program kept for use in a scrapbook that will be on display Sat­ urday and at future veterans' events. To vote on your favorite pa­ triotic art print, for the Peo­ ple's Choice Award, see the artwork and vote at the fol­ lowing locations: AF Bank in Jefferson and West Jefferson, Yadkin Valley Bank in Jeffer­ son and West Jefferson, First Citizens Bank, Community One Bank and First Charter Bank in West Jefferson. The artwork will be on display in the former band hall of Fam­ ily Central on Saturday along with quilts made to honor veterans. Events at Family Central on Saturday include speak­ ers and the video screen on the soccer field, paratroop­ ers jumping onto the base­ ball field and speaking to the crowd, and kids' activities with inflatables on the foot­ ball field. Youth groups are encouraged to set up activi­ ties for youth at this site. World War II veterans who offered exclusively through the local wireless carrier. Since the program was introduced in the fall of 2005, over $60,000 have been donated to participating schools. The School Rebate Program was created to Support local schools by offering additional funds that may be used as needed by the participating school. Carolina West Wireless subscribers are encouraged to select the school of their choice and Carolina West Wireless then donates 3% of the customer's monthly service fee to that school at no cost to the school or customers who participate. "It has been incredible to see how efficiently were not involved with this event last year are encouraged to send their information in as soon as possible. UNC-TV will have a reporter attending the event and may want to in­ terview WWII veterans for a documentary that will air on PBS in September. Coverage of the event will be broadcast on UNC-TV Wednesday, Aug. 29 at 7:30 p.m. Special recognition will be given to WWII and Korean Veterans this year. Col. John Marsh, JROTC Commander, will read the Roll Call of Vet­ erans who have passed away this past year. Anyone who has lost a family member and wants to include that veteran in the Roll Call, is encouraged to call 982-7433 and leave a message. See Tribute, page 5A the schools have utilized the funds they have received to benefit the students," stated Slayton Stewart, CEO Carolina West Wireless. "Every little bit helps and we encourage all Carolina West Wireless subscribers to sign up and participate in the program." New and current Carolina West Wireless cus­ tomers can sign up for the program by visiting any Carolina West Wireless or participating agent retail location or by visiting online at www.carolinawest.com. For more information on Carolina West Wireless, call 800-235-5007 or visit online at www.carolinawest.com. �PAGE 2A TUESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Funeral preplanning Pearl Faye Denny Osborne Wilkesboro March 18, 1912 August 12, 2007 Mrs. Pearl Faye Denny Os­ borne, age 95, of Crest Oak Drive, Wilkesboro, formerly of Lansing, widow of Walter Osborne died Sunday, August 12, 2007 at Wilkes Regional Medical Center. Funeral services were held Wednesday, August 15, 11:00 at Boiling Springs Baptist Church with the Rev. Joey Moore officiating. The body was placed in the church at 10:30. Burial will follow in Ashelawn Memorial Gardens in Jefferson at a later time. Mrs. Osborne was born in Ashe County, March 18,1912, to Ezra and Lockie Calhoun Denny. She was a mem­ ber of Lansing Presbyterian Church. In addition to her parents and husband, Mrs. Osborne is preceded in death by four sisters, Gladys Barnes, Ruth Phillips, Stella Greer, and Rettie Campbell; two broth­ ers, Harley Denny and Har­ old Greer. Mrs. Osborne is survived by one daughter, Kathy O. Roten and husband, Ted of Wilkesboro; one son, Gary J. Osborne and wife, Betty of Purlear; one brother, Herbert Greer of Johnson City, TN. The family will receive at Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home from 6:30 until 8:30 Tuesday, August 14, 2007. In lieu of flowers, memo­ rials may be made to Boil­ ing Springs Baptist Church or Lansing Presbyterian Church, C/O Mrs. Betty Os­ borne, 2081 Boiling Springs Road, Purlear, NC 28665. Online condolences may be made at www.reinssturdivant.com. Howard Preston Lyle Jefferson July 6, 1940 August 14, 2007 Mr. Howard Preston Lyle, better know as Preston, age 67 of Jefferson, NC died Tuesday, August 14, 2007 at his home. Mr. Lyle was born July 6,1940 in Troy, MI to the late Eugene and Anna Lyle. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by his stepmother Madge Brown Lyle. Mr. Lyle was a member of the Warrensville Baptist Church. He was an active in the Ashe Masonic Lodge, Ashe Shrine Club, where he served as a past president, Ashe Jaycees and the Kiwanas Club. He enjoyed fishing at Myrtle Beach. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, August 17, 2007 at Badger Funeral Home Chapel by Rev. Wayne Osborne and Rev. Jeff Nave. Burial will follow in Ashelawn Memorial Gardens with mili­ tary and Masonic rites. The family received friends from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Thursday, August 16, at Badger Funeral Home. Mr. Lyle is survived by: His wife: Helen Lyle 1 sister: Norma Renz and husband Robert of Delaware Nieces and nephews: Danny Jones and wife Robin, Gary Jones, Leonard Shatley, Tim Walker, Mark Walker, Beverly Greene. Angie Whittington, Bobbie Dunion and husband Rick, Diane Kilpatrick and husband Danny, and Donna Bennett and husband Ronnie. Flowers will be appreci­ ated or memorials may be made to: Ashe Shrine Club, PO Box 877, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or . Warrensville Baptist Church, PO Box 286, War­ rensville, NC 28693 You may send email condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. attended Wilkes Community College. He worked in main­ tenance for Texaco Oil and as a security foreman for Phoe­ nix Chair Company. No one likes to think He was also preceded in about death or make funeral death by a daughter, Betty arrangements when griev­ Faye M. Lambert. ing for a loved one who has He is survived by his wife, just passed on. Yet, when Hazel Eldreth Miller; two that dreadful day arrives, sons, Eddie Miller and wife someone has to do it, and Barbara, and Jack Miller and decisions have to be made wife, Judy, all of Jefferson; quickly and often under four daughters, Josephine great emotional distress. (Jo) Hurley and husband Bill, And, like it or not, death is a of Jefferson, Jean Kilby and costly affair. husband, Bill, of Winston-Sa­ According to Funeralplan. lem, Linda Ball and husband, com, a free online consumer David, of Grassy Creek and information and educational Monroe Miller Sue Hardin and husband, resource on funeral plan­ Jefferson Mark, of West Jefferson; four­ ning, funerals rank among June 26, 1918 teen grandchildren; eighteen the most expensive purchas­ August 13, 2007 Mr. Monroe Miller, age 89, great-grandchildren also sur­ es many consumers will ever of Jefferson, died Monday vive. make. A traditional funeral, Pallbearers will include including a casket and vault, morning, August 13, 2007 at all or most of Mr. Miller's costs about $6,000, although Ashe Memorial Hospital. Funeral services were held grandsons: William M. Hur­ extras like flowers, obituary on Wednesday, August 15, ley, of Dunn, Billy G. Kilby, of notices, acknowledgment 2007 at 2 p.m. at Boone Fami­ Winston-Salem, Jeff Miller, cards, or limousines can add ly Funeral Home Chapel with of West Jefferson, David M. thousands of dollars to the Rev. Lloyd Day and Rev. Gor­ Ball, of Grassy Creek, Chris­ bottom line. Many funer­ don Rawls officiating. A eu­ topher L. Hurley, of Wilkes­ als run well over $10,000. logy was given by Mr. Miller's boro, James Miller, of Wilkes­ That's why many choose to grandson, Christopher Lee boro and Mark Hardin, Jr. of preplan and prepay their Hurley. Burial followed in the West Jefferson. own funeral. Flowers will be accepted! Ashelawn Memorial Gardens Preplanning allows you The family requests no to compare prices and ser­ Cemetery. The family received friends food please! vices so that, ultimately, the You may give the family funeral reflects a wise and from 1 to 2 pm. on Wednesday, one hour prior to the funeral your condolences at our web­ well-informed purchasing site www.boonefuneralhome. decision, as well as a mean­ service. Mr. Miller was born in com. ingful one. When you prear­ Boone Family Funeral range, you have control over Berwin, West Virginia on Wednesday, June 26, 1918 to Home of West Jefferson is the decisions relating to the late Jerome (J.R.) Miller in charge of these arrange­ your death - the disposition and Naomi Davis Miller. He ments. of your body, the funeral or memorial service and what by her husband, Thomas A. Mary Frances White, Jr. and her son, Thom­ you want your obituary to Arrington White say about your life. You also as A. White, III. West Jefferson She is survived by her relieve your family of hav­ July 8,1915 daughter, Elizabeth W. Hart ing to make important fi­ August 11, 2007 and her husband, Billy, of nancial decisions during a Mrs. White, 92, of West West Jefferson; her daugh­ period of great stress and Jefferson, formerly of Char­ ter-in-law, Jacquelyn Sue grief - a time when people lotte, passed away Saturday, Holt White of Statesville; five aren't thinking very clearly August 11, 2007 at Carolinas granddaughters, Mary Eliza­ and may not know what to Medical Center, Main. beth Cline of Concord, Susan do because you never made A graveside service was White Lindley of Katy, TX, your wishes known. held at 1:00 p.m. Friday, Au­ Preplanning your funeral Dianna White Coover and gust 17, at Sharon Memo­ Tanya White Perkins, both of can be as formal or as infor­ rial Park, with the Rev. Peggy Statesville and Tammy White mal as you want it to be. It Bridgers officiating. Morin of Troutman; and 12 can be as simple as following Born July 8, 1915 in a preplanning checklist and great-grandchildren. Hurtsboro, Ada., Mrs. White Memorials may be made to sharing your wishes with a was a daughter of the late Commonwealth United Meth­ family member, or it can be Paul Arrington and Elizabeth made in the form of a prWells Arrington. She grew odist Church, 2434 Common­ eneed contract, which can be wealth Avenue, Charlotte, NC up in Manning, SC and was set up with a funeral direc­ 28205. a, lifelong member of Com­ Arrangements are by Wil­ tor and ^refunded through monwealth United Method­ life irisvirgfeice, a bank trust ist Church in Charlotte. Mrs. son Funeral & Cremation Ser­ agreement, or another meth­ 1 White was preceded in death vice, 5301 Albemarle Road. od. When done properly, pre­ planning your funeral can give you peace of mind. Below are some guide­ lines to follow, courtesy of Funeralplan.com, should Obituaries must foe received foy 8:30 a.m. oil you decide to preplan and Monday to appear in Tuesday's edition prepay your funeral. 1. Plan the actual funeral. of the newspaper. Shop around and talk to a few funeral directors. Com­ Obituaries may foe emailed to pare prices for such things as a casket, embalming and jthompson@ jeHersonpost.com the cost for professional ser­ or faxed to 336-846-7165. vices. Resist one-stop shop­ ping, which can include costs involved include• Basic services fee fnr such things as prayer cards, thank-you notes and guest funeral director and staff •Charges for other registers - they add up quick­ vices and merchandise ly. Many opt for a funeral • Cash advances fees home in their neighborhood charged by the funeral home for personalized services. 2. Decide on body disposi­ for goods and services it tion. Do you want to be bur­ buys from outside vendors ied or cremated? If you want on your behalf, incl«ding Uhifait' an earth burial, a cemetery flowers, obituary noticeg plot needs to be purchased; pallbearers, officiating cler­ if above-ground, a mauso­ gy, organists and soloists 5. Draw up a will. Regard­ leum crypt. If cremation is your choice, make a plan for less of how much or how lit­ how you will dispose of the tle wealth you have, it's im­ ashes. Do you want them portant to have a will unless stored in a columbarium you want the state to take niche or buried? Maybe you over after you die. Have a prefer to have your ashes lawyer draw one up for you. scattered. An option some Organize all the papers and people take is to donate vi­ important documents you'll able organs and tissues to a need to take with you to the lawyer. Your will is an inven­ medical school. 3. Decide on the type of tory of all that you own - real ceremony. You may want a estate, bank accounts, stocks traditional funeral service and bonds (if any), annuities with visitation and a mem­ and life insurance. List your ber of the clergy conducting personal property, such as services at a church or a fu­ jewelry, paintings, and col­ neral home. Will you want an lectibles, and specify who open or closed casket? May­ gets what. Be clear about be you want a special friend the distribution of your as­ to do the eulogy or family sets, but don't forget to list members to read scripture your liabilities - mortgage, passages or poetry. Any fa­ loans and credit cards. Sign your will and have vorite hymns? If you would rather have a memorial ser­ it witnessed by two people vice (a service in the funeral with their correct address­ home or a church where the es included (should they be body is not present), express summoned by the court). that wish. A common mis­ You will need to designate conception is that when a an executor to administer body is cremated, you don't your will after you die. And, hold a funeral. You can hold if drawn up by a lawyer, the a funeral before cremation if original copy will be filed at his or her office. A duplicate you want to. 4. Tally the total cost of copy should be kept in a safe the funeral. Tally all costs, place wheresurvivors will which will probably be con­ find it - like a safe deposit siderable, and decide about box. (Remember: Whatever prepaying with bank sav­ is in your will is not set in ings, trusts, life insurance, stone. You can make changes or annuities. Some of the to it any time you want.) WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND Please note: MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 The Blue Ridge Brutal Committee of the Ashe Civic Center wishes to thank the following businesses, organizations and individual m volunteers formaking the2007Blue Ridge Brutal 100 Bike Ride such a success! ASHE CIVIC CENTER AF Insurance Appalachian Mountain Girls Ashe Civic Center Ashe County Amateur Radio Club Ashe County Arts Council Ashe County Chamber of Commerce Ashe County Little Theatre Ashe County Sheriff's Department Sara Benfield Susanne Black Joanne Boman Blue Ridge Parkway Becky Burgess Cabins on Laurel Creek Nancy Carter Ron Carter Kathy Chefas Allison Clark Nicki Clark The Cottage at Darnell Ridge Creston VFD Jeff Dreyer Dr. Pepper Bottling Company Fleetwood VFD Gates Corporation Glendale Springs VFD Leigh Grimes High Country News Kathy Howell Eva Ingle The Jefferson Post Dana Johnson The Arlie Keith Family K&K Stitch & Screen Lansing VFD Laurel Springs VFD Lowe's Foods John MacConnell Becky Marsten Doug Methvin, Set-Up Inc. Michael's 102 North Caroline Mickalitis Edie Miller The Mountain Times Mountain View Lodge and Cabins Mt. Jefferson State Park New River VFD Marlene Norwood N.C. Highway Patrol NuSun Inc. On The Windfall Tammy Parunak Ed Perzel Ellie Perzel Burt Prange Debbie Prange Chris Prange Gary Prange Sandra Prange Paula Presnell Andy Sexton Marjorie Shinkle SSSink Anne Taylor Cindy Taylor Vernon Taylor Town of West Jefferson Police Department United Chemi-Con Warrensville VFD Gayle Wichman WKSK Steve Wright �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2007 PAGE 3A COMMUNITY NEWS State offers info on lead poisoning to parents RALEIGH — Parents are correct to be concerned when they hear about a massive toy recall involving lead-based paint, but state public health officials said they are remind­ ing parents that repeated, long-term exposure to the toys is the key to whether a child may have been affected. Health officials said that testing is available for chil­ dren who may have had that kind of exposure. "These recalls are cer­ tainly a cause for concern," said State Health Director Dr. Leah Devlin. "But parents need to think about what kind of exposure children may have had to the toys. Just touching and playing with the toys isn't the problem. The potential is­ sue arises when children un­ der 6 years of age repeatedly put the recalled toys in their mouths over and over again." In the past two weeks, Mattel Inc. has recalled more than 1.2 million toys nation­ wide that contain lead paint. Consumers should immedi­ ately take the recalled toys away from children. To return the recalled toys and receive a refund voucher, consumers need to contact Mattel Inc. A list of the recalled toys can be found on the Consumer Prod­ ucts Safety Commission's Web site, http://www.cpsc.gov/. The group most vulnerable to the harmful effects of lead because they are more likely to absorb more of the lead into their bodies are children from birth to 6 years old. Lead poisoning can affect nearly every system in the body, and some children may never show signs of an illness. How­ ever, lead exposure can delay physical and mental develop­ ment and cause learning dis­ abilities and behavioral prob­ lems, as well as slow muscle and bone growth and damage to the central nervous system and kidneys. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Pre­ vention, there were 13.5 mil­ lion children in the United States with elevated blood lead levels (i.e., 10 micro­ grams per deciliter or greater) in 1978. By 2002, that number had dropped to 310,000 kids. During the past 12 years in North Carolina, there has been an 88 percent decrease in the prevalence of elevated lead exposure among children tested, from 7 percent in 1995 to 0.8 percent in 2006. Repeated, long-term expo­ sure to lead can lead to elevat­ ed blood lead levels. A blood lead test is the only way to know for sure if children are exposed to lead. Parents can get children screened at local health departments, clinics or by a private physician. The most common way chil­ dren become lead poisoned is from exposure to lead-based paint, which is commonly found in homes built before 1978. Without proper pre­ cautions, disturbing the lead paint allows dust to settle on toys, windowsills and floors. Children can then easily swallow bits of dust and paint chips. Children also may be exposed to lead through home health remedies like arzacon and greta, imported candies and toy or costume jewelry. For information about lead or lead testing, call your lo­ cal health department or the N.C. Childhood Lead Poison­ ing Prevention Hotline at 1888-774-0071. Additional information can be found online at the Chil­ dren's Environmental Health Branch Web site at httpJ! www.deh.enr.state.nc.us/ehs/ Children Health/index.html. Businesses needed for Job Fair The Ashe County JobLink Career Center, Ashe County Chamber of Commerce, Wil­ kes Community College,Ashe County Government, and WKSK radio have partnered together to host a Job Fair Tuesday, September 25th from 2:00pm until 6:00pm in the gymnasium at Ashe Fam­ ily Central in Jefferson. The Job Fair is an oppor­ tunity for area businesses to advertise to a captive audi­ ence of job seekers who will be able to talk one-on-one with company representa­ tives and fill out applications. Even if your company is cur­ rently not hiring, participa­ tion will showcase what you have to offer to the communi­ ty as well as talk with those individuals who are interest­ ed in being your employee in the future. Registration for all businesses is $40. For more information or to receive a registration form please contact the Ashe Chamber of Commerce at (336) 846-9550 or Ashe Coun­ ty JobLink Business Services at (336) 957-1230. znzzzzzzz Mountain Aire Enter the Mt. 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Today, 1,178 years later, his heir, Queen Elizabeth II, rules the United Kingdom, which includes the lands Egbert once governed. Between the two there has been a number of incidents of infighting, a civil war and a dramatic shift to con­ stitutional monarchy, but the "chain of command," so to speak, remains unbro­ ken. That sort of stability and continuity appeals to some Americans. As citizens of a younger nation, which is a daughter of Great Britain, we sometimes look back with a sense of longing to the rich traditions and her­ itage of the mother coun­ try. All of which leads to a warning that we need to be wary of dynasties in our own country. The power Queen Elizabeth wields is almost entirely symbolic and care­ fully controlled. But we are seeing the potential devel­ opment of two rival dynas­ ties that have and want to have real power. If Sen. Hillary Clinton captures the Democratic presidential nomination, wins in November 2008 and is re-elected, two families— and two families only—will have held the nation's highest office for 28 years. That will not be good, or healthy, for our republic. Especially if a member of the Bush family is a lead­ ing contender in the 2012 or 2016 elections. Diversity in leader­ ship, whether in a town, county, state or nation is important. No one or two groups of people have all the answers. And, frankly, neither the Bushes nor the Clintons have set such an extraordinary standard for leadership that would make them seem indispensible. The Democratic and Republican parties need to remain aware of how eager the majority of Americans are to see change in Washington. Polls show that overwhelming majori­ ties are unhappy with both the president and Congress. It is evident the nation wants new leadership— with a strong emphasis on both words. That will not be found in perpetuating this strange pseudo-dynas­ tic system that seems to be emerging. Voters need to be anti-dynastic in the months ahead. Good job, Susan GWAWVe To the Editor: I read Susan Phillips' re­ cent letter and I could not agree with her more. This ly­ ing bunch of hypocrites went in power six and a half years ago above the law and still remain. Surely the people of this country won't even think of putting another Republi­ can president in office for at least 20 years. When I see George W. Bush on TV, vodka won't ease the pain. Dean Baldwin Thanks for helping kids Letters to VJUEH W THINK AHNT IT, VW'6 WING OUR CAUCUS NCVJPORTWG 2012 PRKttSNm RACE? Jefferson Assistant Editor Production Manager Graphic Artist/Webmaster Sports/General News Reporter Business Manager Receptionist Advertising Sales Advertising Sales YfcA Linda liurcnette Coy Powers Wendy Cole Michael C.raybeal Sandra Osborne Kelly Blevins Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Mail room Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Ellcr, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. To the Editor: I would like to thank all the businesses, churches, clubs, organizations and in­ dividuals that participated in the Third Annual Ashe Coun­ ty School Supply Drive held recently. Thank you to all the the Editor volunteers who helped in the pick-up and delivery of the supplies. I also want to say a big "thank you" to AF Bank for co-sponsoring this event and to all the bank employ- ees who worked so tirelessly to ensure the success of the drive. We are very grateful to the entire community for your generosity. Through this project, we have been able to help many students in Ashe County. Not only are we helping our youth but also their families and schools. With so many issues facing our youth today, it is gratify­ ing to help ease some of their stress. No child should every worry about going to school and not having school sup­ plies. Thank you for caring for our students, Dawn Goodman Ashe County Volunteer Coordinator Lawmakers must be held to high standard RALEIGH—Before North Carolina's state legislature adjourned, it enacted some far-reaching campaign and ethics reforms. But not every legislator supported chang­ ing the status quo. Legislators that I spoke with displayed a full range of responses. Some were en­ thusiastic and worked hard to enact reform. Others were sympathetic but thought problems in the past were isolated incidents or they didn't really like the pro­ posed changes, but support­ ed them because of calls from their constituents. Other lawmakers voted against the reforms, saying that they were unnecessary, a partisan "trick" or that the real answer was simply to vote out the bad guys, while not admitting that anything was wrong with a system that let bad guys do bad things. Some hostilely claimed that any restrictions on their be­ havior violated their consti­ tutional rights. On the one hand, many honest and hardworking leg­ islators have had their repu­ tations tarnished by recent scandals involving money in politics and questionable lob­ bying tactics. However, these scandals have demonstrated flaws in our campaign and ethics laws that needed to Is there a 'passion gap' between parties RALEIGH - Is there a pas­ sion gap between Democrats and Republicans? No, I don't mean that. Get your head out of the gutter and back where it belongs - by which I mean, since we're talking politics, some­ where beneath the gutter. There are plenty of reasons to think that, having come off a strong mid-term performance last year, Democrats remain more energized and optimis­ tic about their immediate electoral prospects than does the GOR You can see it in publicopinion polls. I've heard it in personal conversations with both Democratic and Republi­ can officeholders, consultants, and activists. Hard data con­ firm the trend. So far this year, the top three Democratic contenders for president have 'as a group significantly outraised the top three Republi­ cans. An increasing share of both parties' fundraising is happening on the web, where small-dollar contributions are more efficiently raised, but Democrats are outpacing Re­ publicans there, too. (That's a change from the recent past, by the way, when the GOP tended to have a larger number of smaller-dollar do­ nors than Democrats did. For years, and somewhat con­ trary to many preconceived notions, Democrats tended to rely more on a few large donors giving soft money or John Hood Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@ jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2007 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Wilkes Community College marks GED, Adult Diploma graduation Wilkes Community Col­ lege celebrated the 29th adult high school GED commence­ ment on August 12 at the John A. Walker Community Center on the college's Wilkesboro campus. Diplomas were presented to Alleghany graduates by Dr. Jeff Cox, superintendent of Alleghany County Schools. Ashe County graduates were presented with their diplomas by Rena Powers, personnel director for Ashe County Schools. Dr. Steve Laws, superintendent of Wilkes County Schools, presented diplomas to Wil­ kes County graduates. WCC President Dr. Gordon Burns conferred diplomas of all graduates. Wilkes Community College faculty and staff are proud of the graduates who completed the steps to fulfill this educa­ tional goal. GED graduates from Wil­ kes County include Shaun P. Apgar, Bobby Joe Bumgarner, Rosanna Marie Byers, Jamica Denise Cardwell, Sharon Renee Cress, Melanie Dancy,Jeffery B. Durham, Shaina Jade Ellis, Selina Marie Greene, Christina Michelle Harrold, Steven Hayes, Sabrina K. Holloway, Kristen Annette Jarvis, Benjamin L. Key, Me­ gan Nicole Kilby, Rodney Lecurtis Martin, Elizabeth Mill­ er, Joseph D. Morrow, Chucky G. Pearson, Adam A. Smithey, Jerry L. Tharpe, Alex Vanderheide, Alice Elaine Wagoner, and Kimberly Jean Williams. GED graduates from Ashe County include Lindsey Blair Critcher Dillard, Mary Blalock Eller, Eloisa Hernan­ dez-Ruiz, Tony Ray Johnson, Melody C. Lightheart, Jessica Denise Severt, and Connie Rena Watson. The GED graduate from Alleghany County is Candace Reese. Adult high school diploma graduates from Wilkes Coun­ ty include Judy Billings Ashford, Kendra Michelle Ayers, Keana Lee Blackburn, Maegan Sophia Bowen, Laura Ashley Bryant, Kelly Ellis Bumgarner, Sandra Lynette Butler, Nathaniel Willard Byrd, Yvonne Marie Byrd, Tabitha Hall Carroll, Samantha Ann Crane, Latasha Nichole Ferguson, Selina Michelle Gorciak, Matthew Jordan Hall, Thomas Blaine Hen­ derson, Leanna Nicole Holleman, Kevin Randy Jennings, Alyson LeeAnn Farmer John­ son, Justin Nathaniel John­ son, Bethany Nicole Keasler, Christopher Ray Laws, Renee Mustian Macemore, Elizabeth Lynn Owens, LaToya Lichelle Parker, Eric Dana Parker, Jr., Jessica Dawn Prince, James Matthew Rhoads, Jimmy Lee Smith, Christopher Al­ len Spears, Cynthia Jeanette Sprinkle, Jacqualine Leanne Stone, Meghan Dee Toms, Mark Randal Triplett, Rebecca Cim Villanueva, Al­ exandra Leslee Vogel, Jarod William Voorhees, Justin Al­ len Walker, Jacob Wayne Wilhelm, Brittany Faith Witsher, Miranda Broyhill Yates, and Amber Carroll Yoder. Adult high school diploma graduates from Ashe County include Sandra Kelly Bled­ soe, William Gregory Dol­ lar, Jennifer Eller Goss, Ste­ phen W. Haigler, Amanda Hali Hulings, Rebecca Kaelin, Amy Nichole Lee, Candace Michelle Mast, Keishia Dawn Patrick, Richard Allen Piepenbrok II, Brittany Ruth Todd, and April Olivia Sheets Wilcox. Adult high school diploma graduates from Alleghany County include Ruperto Jus­ tin Dalton, Lauren Kathleen Smith, and Lucas Varan Walker. Post photo by Linda Burchette NC Sen. Steve Goss was the special guest at a Democratic picnic rally fundraiser Saturday evening at West Jefferson Town Park that attracted more than 100 people. A number of fellow Democrats seeking office in the upcoming political races were present. Goss said he is focusing on some of the major problems impacting Ashe Countians and Americans including the health care crisis, credit problems arising from sub prime lending and foreclosures, Social Security issues and the ongoing war in Iraq. "It's easy to talk about the problems," Goss said. "The bottom line is we have to find solutions." Tribute i continued, from front page There may be a special tribute to the oldest World War II veteran so names and ages are needed to help with this search. Information about veterans and troops that didn't make the deadline for the special edition newspaper insert may be printed in the Friday, Aug. 24 edition of the Jefferson Post if provided by 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 21 to Vicky Moody at the AF Bank office at 21 East Ashe Street across from Fraser's Restaurant in downtown West Jefferson. "I want to thank Bob Washburn, my boss, for being so generous with my time for this event," said Moody. "AF Bank has been the command post for arranging these ac­ tivities, and Mr. Washburn has met many of the veterans who will be involved. Thanks also to B&G Electric for do­ ing meters for the electrical equipment at the event, and to Dwight Shepherd with Blue Ridge Electric for setting up the pole for electricity." Due to the extraordinary cost of equipment including a satellite truck, camera truck, sound equipment and an LED video wall, individuals and businesses are encouraged to offer financial support for the items that have to be rented for the event. Jerry Smith has donated his stage for musicians to vol­ unteer to perform. Musicians are welcome to come and per­ form for the attendees. Very special entertainment for the troops and veterans will be provided by Dancin' Debbies, under the direction of Debbie Little. Additional groups are encouraged to volunteer to participate in showing their support in a special way. For more information about the Armed Forces Trib­ ute and to send in veteran's information or to help spon­ sor the activities, call Vicky Moody at 977-1427. Afghanistan continued from front page United States Agency for In­ ternational Development and Department of State officials, joined together as a PRT; a board of directors working to synchronize their efforts and resources. The Khowst PRT has brought assistance to the province in the past few years by sending its Army Civil Af­ fairs teams to live in local communities to send back updates on area needs. Many construction projects such as irrigation systems, diver­ sion dams, wells, schools, and roads have been set into mo­ tion by the PRT in this way, Adams said. "These projects serve not only to improve the quality of life for the residents, but also to put shovels in the people's hands, providing them with jobs," he said. A big part in bringing these quality of life improvements to Khowst is the necessity for security, Adams said. This is where the PRT se­ curity force comes in, typi­ cally provided by the Army National Guard. "Good security is vital for the PRT's mission to be suc­ cessful," said 2nd Lt. Cory Marr, platoon leader for 2nd Platoon, Company B, 1st Battalion, 158th Infantry Regiment, Arizona National Guard, who provides security and maneuver support to the Khowst PRT. The security is beginning to take care of itself, he said. The overall security in Khowst has improved greatly, which is the result of locals seeing the many improve­ ments that have come in the past year, the fruit of their efforts in securing a safe en­ vironment. This has allowed the PRT to extend its reach, he exnlained. "There's no place we're afraid to go," Marr said. "We work with the Afghan Na­ tional Security Forces and get plenty of intelligence from the locals. For instance, we stop at police checkpoints as we enter an area, and they update us on the local situa­ tion. We always have a good understanding of the areas we're going into." "In some of the more re­ mote places we go, the lo­ cals have become extremely helpful to us," said Spc. Doug Schletz, an infantryman in 2nd Pit. "They used to look at us like we were aliens, but recently they've seen what we're here to do for them, like seeing us helping the ANSF provide security for many of their events." This increased security is so successful, international reconstruction agencies and foreign investors that have, in the past, shied away from helping Afghanistan due to safety concerns are being drawn back, Adams said. Recently, a delegation from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) arrived in Khowst City to visit projects they have invested in, such as the city university and main mosque. Adams was able to confi­ dently assure the delegates that any future projects built by their country would be safe in Khowst. "Security here is stronger than ever," he said to UAE representatives during a meeting at the provincial gov­ ernor's compound in Khowst. "The Taliban no longer have a foothold here. The ANSF can protect anything built here by the U.S. or the UAE." This is a big step forward in winning the fight in Af­ ghanistan, Adams said. "We're heloing the Afghans create something for them­ selves the Taliban couldn't: a safe environment, a growing economy and an increasing standard of living," he said. "This is a terrific mission we can all be proud of," he said. "By helping the Afghans permanently cast off the tyr­ anny the enemy brought to them and to us, we're provid­ ing hope to them and their children, and for us and our children." For more news from the Provincial Reconstruction Team, Khost Afghanistan, visit www.news.navy.mil/local/PRT%20KHost. continued from front page Freeman said it is worth about $1,200 commercially, but the value of this particular honor is priceless. It is a lovely tree, and Free­ man is proud that instead of his home, it will be gracing the president's home. "It is an honor," he said,"be­ cause it's really presenting the tree to the entire U.S." The Chief White House Usher and representatives of the National Park Service and National Christmas Tree Association will visit Freeman's farm in October to choose the tree. It will be cut in late November, perhaps Thanks­ giving weekend, and trans­ ported on a refrigerated truck How do Huskies' Fans celebrate after each Huskies' victory? They come to the \mmi/ CAN'T TOUCH THIS!!! NEW MODELS DOUBLEWIDES, LAND/HOME No CREDIT!!! 1ST TIME HOME BUYERS QUICK APPROVAL 336-973-4462 Ashe County Little Theatre presents GREATER TUNA Warrensville Baptist and Methodist Churches. fee Foo &Drinks Two actors play eleven real Texas "characters" Great Games & -^Prizes' Starring Tom Fowler and Robbie Franklin Produced by Jane Lotion Costumes by Cheryl Roberts Aug. 24, 25, 26, 31 and Sept. 1, 2, 2007 Fridays & Saturdays 7:30 pm; Sundays 2:00 pm ASHE CIVIC CENTER Adults: $10 Students: $5 to Washington, D.C., where the Freeman's will officially present the tree to First Lady Laura Bush. Reserved Seat Tickets Available at the Ashe Arts Center Call (336) 846-ARTS Free 5th Quarter T Shirt What is the 'Fifth Quarter*? It is a safe alternative and safe activity for high school and middle school students and their parents/friends. The 'Fifth Quar­ ter* is held after each Ashe County High School home football game. The location of the 'Fifth Quarter* is the Youth Center at Warrensville Baptist Church and the Fellowship Hall of Warrensville UMC. Activities for the youth include games, music, devotional time and fellowship. This event is sponsored by the Warrensville Baptist, Warrensville United Methodist, Smethport United Methodist, Clifton United Methodist, and Phoenix Baptist Churches. �HI I PAGE 6A TUESDAY, porl I Tuesday - August 21 Women's Tennis at Starmount 4:30 p.m. Wednesday - August 22 JV/Varsity Volleyball HOME vs Alleghany 4:30 p.m. JV/Varsity Soccer at Watauga 5/6:30 p.m. Thursday - August 23 JV Football HOME vs Watauga 7 p.m. Women's Tennis HOME vs North Wilkes 4:30 p.m. JV/Varsity Volleyball at Avery 5 p.m. This week in Husky sports E-mail us: Mgraybcal@Jeffcrsont'ost.<:on Huskies narrowly lose season opener hawks not even two minutes into the game. West Wilkes took over pos­ session at the Huskies 42yard line. West Wilkes showed their size advantage during the match-up on the opening series and was able to ad­ vance the ball down the field via their running game. After only seven plays, Josh Zumbrook was able to score the first points of the game with a ten-yard carry for West Wil­ kes and the Blackhawks led 7-0 (Chad Lankford PAT). Following the touchdown, West Wilkes once again had a good kickoff and a unreturned kick by the Huskies placed the ball on their own sevenyard line to open up their sec­ ond drive of the game. Carries by David Grubb and Dakota Price allowed the Huskies to move the ball out to their fifteen-yard line to bring up a third down and two yards remaining for the first down. The Huskies opted to send the ball to the air for the at­ tempt at the first down, but by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor This past Friday, on a warm humid day in the high country, football spirit was in the air as the Ashe County Huskies varsity football team opened up their 2007 season with an NCHSAA Endow­ ment Game against the West Wilkes Blackhawks.The Hus­ kies were on the road to open up the season and traveled to Miller's Creek for a non-con­ ference game. Despite many tough plays in the first half, the Huskies were able to battle back from a first half deficit to make the game interesting in the closing minutes, but came up short at the end of the game. West Wilkes was able to score two touchdowns to open the game up and Ashe fell behind quickly 14-0. However, the Huskies were able to perse­ vere the tough situation and remained in the game de­ spite costly penalties and in the final minutes of the game, Post photo by Michael Graybeal closed West Wilkes' lead to Ethan Graybeal, #2, breaks up a pass by the Blackhawks during the Huskies tough season opening loss on Friday evening only three points. A failed on- to West Wilkes. See Football, page 7A side kick attempt in the final second of the game allowed 27 victory over the Huskies. the Blackhawks winning the West Wilkes to claim the 30The game opened up with coin toss, but they deferred the selection till the second half and the Huskies started the game with the ball. Fol­ lowing a long kickoff by West Wilkes, which entered the end zone for a touchback, the Huskies started their drive at their own twenty-yard line. The Huskies appeared nervous at the start of the game and had a tough first possession. The opening play of the game lost the Huskies eight yards, and then a West Wilkes sack and a penalty left the Huskies backed up to their own two-yard line to force a punt for the Huskies. Dylan Brown, the Huskies punter was standing on the edge of the end zone when he Most photo by Michael Graybeal received the long snap and ru&i pnuiu uy ivnuiictei vjictyueai #21,Tatum Lemly delivers a hard hit to the Blackhawk ball got off a thirty-yard punt to Dakota Price, #33, lays out and attempts to block this PAT attempt for West Wilkes during carrier on Friday night. give possession to the Black­ the first quarter Friday night. Fall sports teams prepare for season by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor Last Thursday evening, the Huskies Men's Soccer teams, Volleyball teams, and Women's Tennis team hosted the Elkin Buckin' Elks during the NCHSAA Scrimmage Week. The evening proved to be beneficial for each team as the coaches were able to see their team in action prior to Post photos by Michael Graybeal Absher scores a goal for the varsity soccer team with this penalty kick. Below: Ivey Tant returns a vol­ ley during a scrimmage this past week. Both Absher and Tant are looking to be a major contributor to their teams this season. Top: Richie mm the actual season beginning. Early in the week, the Women's Tennis team also hosted Mount Tabor High . School and East Wilkes High School for a tri-team scrimmage. Following the scrimmage Thursday, Coach Vickie Herman commented on the week by stating: "This week has really helped the team. We were able to determine and place the ladies into their seeds and then also the tri-team scrimmage was a real success also. Each player got to play a lot of tennis in a short amount of time, which is always a help in the pre­ season." The week was also a success for the Women's Tennis team as they gave light towards a successful season. In years past, the Huskies have competed deep into not only NCHSAA Individual Tournament play, but also the NCHSAA DualTeam Tournament, and the Huskies once again* have their goals and expectations set high for the season. At the same time the tennis scrimmage was occurring on Thursday, the volleyball teams were in action in the gymnasium against the Buckin' Elks. The volleyball teams broke in the new gym floor Thursday and also broke in a few new players, and even a coach, for the Huskies Fall 2007 season. The volleyball coaching staff has been shifted around a bit from last year as Coach Laura Foster has moved up from the JV Head Coach to the Varsity Head Coach, and then Coach Scott Grubb has stepped up to fill the vacant JV coaching position. Also new on the Huskies roster this season is two students that have transferred for the 2007-08 school year. Annie Hegar, a junior this year has really fitted in with varsity squad and then her sister, Chandler Christensen is an asset for the JV squad also. When asked about the scrimmage on Thursday, Coach Laura Foster elaborated: "I thought we did a lot of good things, considering it is still very early. We seemed to get comfortable with each other as the match went on and I thought we had good effort from everyone. The biggest thing that comes to mind is our serving, we missed way too many!" After the varsity scrimmage, the JV teams took the court and Coach Scott Grubb made his debut as a coach in the sport of volleyball. Coach Laura Foster commented following her remarks about the varsity scrimmage by bragging on the JV team and stated: "I was very pleased with the JV team, they did a good job of knowing their positions and fitting into their roles." The volleyball team also gave a preview of a great season during the scrimmages on Thursday. After a slow start by both the JV and varsity teams, both squads continued to work and by the conclusion of the scrimmage showed vast improvement over the course of a few games. Following the volleyball scrimmages, the JV and varsity Men's soccer teams were on the field also against Elkin. The JV team had the field first and showed a dominating display of teamwork over the Buckin' Elks. The JV team barely allowed any goals to be scored on them while they racked up a plethora of goals on their score side. The JV team has a large number of returning players from last year to mix in with the talented group of rising freshmen. JV Coach Wesley Rousseau stated: "I thought the guys did an outstanding job of working together and had some outstanding leadership from the returning sophomores. The communication between the players really impressed me and they all just played really well. I really liked the way the players were able Post photo by Michael Graybeal Caitlin Elliot serves a ball during Thursday's scrimmage. to adapt to a new concept in mid-game. At the middle of the game, Wayne (Cable, Assistant Coach) made the comment of playing balls through the middle instead of wide. The players instantly picked up on the new strategy without any instantly problem." At the conclusion of the JV scrimmage, the varsity teams took the field and once again, the Huskies gave an impressive performance. The varsity soccer team roster appears to be young this year with five freshmen competing for not only playing time, but starting positions on the team. However, despite being young, the team was able to battle with the Elkin Buckin' Elks, who have a rich history in the soccer program and have won plenty of state championships at the 1A level in NCHSAA play. The varsity team was able to take advantage of a majority of their scoring drives to show their ability to score but then also remained tough on defense and held the Elks to few goals during the scrimmage. Coach Richard Gill was satisfied with his team following the scrimmage and commented: "The team really passed the ball well, and stayed spaced out. The communication between the players also was impressive as a large portion of soccer is based on communication. Along with the communication, the team really handled the ball and showed great ball control and I was impressed with their performance against Elkin." Each fall sport team enters into the regular season this week. Be sure to come out and cheer the Huskies to victory as it looks to be an exciting and successful season all across the campus in athletics! �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2007 PAGE 7A SPORTS Football continued from page 6 . , i ( j j ( , j , I an incomplete pass for the Huskies brought out the punt team for the second time of the game. Brown however had more room to work with this time and was able to give the Huskies defense room to work following a 35-yard punt to give the Huskies' de­ fense room to work. The defensive unit for the Huskies was determined to keep the game a one posses­ sion spread on the scoreboard and they made key plays at important times. The Blackhawks however was able to get a first down with a twelve-yard run on the first play, but then the Huskies held the Blackhawks in their spot and with the help of a five yard penalty, the Huskies defense forced West Wilkes to punt the ball on a fourth and fifteen yards remaining for the first down. The punt by West Wilkes entered the end zone and the Huskies regained possession on their own twenty-yard line. Daniel Wain, the junior quarter back for the Huskies, was able to get his first com­ pletion of the game on first down this drive as he hooked up with Ethan Graybeal for a small three-yard gain. Da­ vid Grubb again picked up two yards for the Huskies, but then an incomplete pass again brought the Huskies' punting unit onto the field for the third straight posses­ sion for the Huskies. Brown was positioned on his own ten-yard line for the punt and sent the ball sailing to the opposite 39-yard line into the hands of Josh Zumbrook for West Wilkes. Zumbrook then returned Brown's punt for a massive 61 yards for West Wilkes' second touchdown of the contest. Following the extra-point attempt, the Blackhawks appeared to be in control of the game with the score 14-0. Following the touchdown, the Huskies were brought back into the game with an amazing drive from David Grubb and the Huskies' of­ fensive line. Dakota Price initiated the offensive spark with a tough 39-yard kickoff return to allow the Huskies to start their drive at their own 44-yard line. Daniel Wain followed up a four-yard pass completion on first down to Ethan Graybeal with an eleven-yard run for a first down for the Huskies as the ball entered West Wilkes' territory for the first time of the game. Grubb then took control for the Huskies and gained 41 yards on four car­ ries to give the Huskies their first points of the game (Rich­ ie Absher's PAT was good) and Ashe trailed West Wilkes by only one touchdown, 14-7. The Blackhawks resumed possession as the first quar­ ter was winding to a close as West Wilkes started their next drive on their own 30yard line. The Huskies nearly regained possession when a bad handoff by West Wilkes' quarterback was fumbled, but a Blackhawk dove on the ball to allow West Wilkes to maintain possession despite a loss and the first quarter concluded with that play and the score still 14-7. Seconds into the second quarter, the Huskies had West Wilkes placed in a tough situ­ ation with a third down and eleven yards remaining for the first down. West Wilkes completed a pass, but a tough hit from the Huskies' defense forced a fumble on the play and Ryan Shepherd recovered for the Huskies to give them their best field position of the first half to start a drive. The Huskies offense entered the field with the ball on the Blackhawks' 36-yard line and David Grubb instantly gained seven-yards for the Huskies on first down. Daniel Wain followed with a sixteen-yard scramble for a first down and Grubb gained another five yards for the Huskies on the following play. The Huskies inexperience then become noticeable as they were on the losing side of three differ­ ent penalties for a loss of 25yards. Despite a first down run by Aaron Scott, Daniel Wain would throw the first interception of the year on the following play and West Wilkes regained possession with over seven minutes re­ maining in the first half. The Huskies defense stood tough against the Black­ hawks' offense following the turnover and despite allow­ ing a first down, stopped the Blackhawks on a key third down by forcing an incom­ plete pass to bring West Wil­ kes' punting unit onto the field. After a 46-yard punt, the Huskies offense was giv­ en possession at their own 27yard line but was still shaken up from their previous pos­ session. The only productiv­ ity this drive was a four-yard gain by Wain on third down and Dylan Brown punted for the fourth time of the game for the Huskies. A 38-yard punt by Brown placed West Wilkes in their own territory to start their drive with only three minutes remaining in the first half. The Black­ hawks was able to drive the ball down the field during the short time and with fortyfive seconds remaining in the half, they had a first down in the Huskies' territory at the 27-yard line. Time contin­ ued to tick away during the Blackhawks possession and the Huskies defense was able to delay a last second snap for West Wilkes long enough for time to expire and the teams headed into the locker room with the Blackhawks still maintaining a one-score lead, 14-7. Following the intermission, the second half opened up with the Blackhawks in pos­ session of the ball. Their first drive of the second half start­ ed on their 25-yard line. The first play of the half brought life into the Huskies as Ethan Graybeal was able to break up a pass by the Blackhawks but the Blackhawks' quarter­ back responded with an im­ pressive 26-yard run to give the Blackhawks a first down around midfield. On the fol­ lowing play, a tackle by Bust­ er Phillips for the Huskies held West Wilkes' runner to a two-yard gain on the play to set up a drive ending play for West Wilkes. On second and eight, Ryan Moser was able to get into the baclcfield for the Huskies and knocked the ball loose from West Wilkes' quarterback, but the Hus­ kies were unable to recover the fumble and West Wilkes remained in possession but faced a difficult third and 32 yards. West Wilkes elected to run on third down and the Huskies answered again limiting the running back to only four yards on the carry and West Wilkes was forced to punt and appeared to be returning possession to the Huskies. The West Wilkes' punt was tipped by the Husky that was back to return the punt and the ball appeared to enter the end zone from the view of the Husky fans, but West Wilkes recovered on the one-yard line with a first down. On the next play, Chris Barger carried the ball in for West Wilkes and increased their lead to 21-7 (Lankford PAT was good) with just less than eight minutes remaining in the third quarter. On the Huskies' kickoff return, Dakota Price once again allowed the Huskies to start their drive from around midfield after he moved the ball up to the Huskies' 48yard line with a tough return. The Huskies took advantage of a five-yard penalty by West Wilkes, and then a sevenyard run by David Grubb to earn a first down. The offense for Ashe then combined two passes to Tatum Lemly with runs by Daniel Wain and Da­ vid Grubb to move the ball down to West Wilkes' nineyard line. With a third and short situation, the Huskies handed the ball off to Grubb once again and he plowed his way into the end zone for a nine-yard touchdown run and the Huskies once again was once touchdown away from the Blackhawks (Absher PAT good), 21-14 with 3:35 min­ utes remaining in the third quarter. Richie AbsheT allowed the Huskies to have great defen­ sive positioning as he drilled the kickoff into the end zone for a touchback and West Wil­ kes was forced to start their drive at their own twentyyard line. The Blackhawks did not falter though as they pieced together seven runs to move the ball into Huskies' territory and had a first down on the Huskies' 42-yard line. With defensive tackles by Kyle Guyton, Ryan Shepherd, and Luke Dotson, West Wil­ kes faced a third down and three remaining for the first down. The Blackhawks com­ mitted a five-yard penalty and then a heads up defen­ sive play by Ethan Graybeal to cause an incomplete pass to bring up fourth down and eight remaining for the first down. The Blackhawks bring the punting unit onto the field with the ball spotted on the Huskies 40-yard line. Chad Lankford for West Wilkes delivers a 39-yard punt and the ball was touched by a Blackhawk covering the play and the player slid into the end zone. Following the play, Husky fans were wanting a touchback along with the team, but the ruling on the field was that the ball was downed on the one-yard line, and the Huskies started their drive with a short back field as the game had progressed into the second minute of the fourth quarter. An incomplete pass for the Huskies on first down set up a ten-yard run by Da­ vid Grubb to give the Hus­ kies some breathing room, but then a five-yard penalty backed the Huskies up once again. On second down, Dan­ iel Wain dropped back to pass for the Huskies and was forced to scramble due to the Blackhawks pressure. Wain scrambled into the end zone and threw the ball in the di­ rection of a Huskies' receiver to avoid being sacked in the end zone, but the officials thought that the Huskies did not have a receiver in the area and flagged the Huskies for intentional grounding. On an intentional grounding penalty, the ball is considered downed at the spot where the ball was released and in this incident, Wain was in the end zone resulting in a safety for West Wilkes. The safety gave West Wilkes two points and their lead increased to 23-14 with eight minutes remain­ ing in the game. Following the safety, West Wilkes regained possession around midfield and was un­ able to get into an offensive rhythm due to solid defensive play by the Huskies. West Wilkes was forced to punt again to Aaron Scott who was deep to return for Ashe. Due to excellent coverage by the Blackhawks' special teams, Scott made a smart decision and called for a fair catch at the Huskies fourteen-yard line and the Huskies offense took the field with just under six minutes remaining in the game. The Huskies offensive drive was short lived follow­ ing a first down pass comple­ tion to Ethan Graybeal for eleven yards; a fumble by Ashe was recovered by West Wilkes deep in Ashe terri­ tory. Following the turnover, Ashe appeared to have West Wilkes stopped after three plays and permitting little gain. On fourth and ten, West Wilkes went to the air and completed a pass to Chad Lankford for a twenty-yard touchdown reception and West Wilkes extended their lead once again (Lankford PAT good), 30-14 with 3:41 remaining in the game. With time running short in the game, the Huskies went to the air on their next pos­ session. With the drive start­ ing at their own 32-yard line, Daniel Wain completed three passes to move the ball down field quickly. Completions to Kyle Guyton and Ethan Graybeal set up a 31-yard reception by'Dakota Price to move the ball down to the Blackhawks' twelve-yard line. Wain then carried the ball for three-yards and then another cut the Blackhawks' lead to eight yards prior to handing 30-27 with fifteen seconds re­ the ball off to David Grubb maining in the game. for a one-yard touchdown Another on-side attempt run. With the score being a for the Huskies was inevita­ ten-point spread, the Hus­ ble and the Blackhawks once kies elected to go for the two- again recovered the kick. Af­ point conversion to bring the ter a kneel by West Wilkes, game within one possession. the game was concluded with On the two-point conversion, the Huskies coming up short, Wain attempted to complete 30-27. a pass to Ethan Graybeal in Following the game, Coach the back of the end zone, but Bill Strong for the Huskies the pass fell incomplete to al­ commented: "We made mis­ low West Wilkes to maintain takes during the game, but a two-possession lead with we battled back from being the score 30-20. down 16 points in the final Ashe had no choice but to minutes and came back into attempt an on-side kick with the game. The game showed only two minutes remain­ a lot of good points for the ing in the game. West Wil­ team." kes' hands team recovered Next week, the Huskies go the kick and the Blackhawks into battle in Husky Stadium had excellent field position as against the West Caldwell they started the drive at mid- Warriors. In preparation field. The Huskies' defense for this Friday, the Huskies had to make a quick stop to are planning to learn and regain possession for their limit their mistakes from team as time was running the game last Friday and be­ short in the game and the de­ come a stronger team. The fense answered the call. Ryan Huskies had a strong show­ Moser, Dylan Brown, Luke ing from David Grubb who Dotson, and Ryan Shepherd had 91 rushing yards on 15 delivered big hits to stop the carries with three rushing Blackhawks drive and forced touchdowns. Grubb also had a three-play and punt series 76 receiving yards, with one for West Wilkes. Following a touchdown for a total of 167 punt by West Wilkes, Ashe yards total offense and four regained possession on their touchdowns. Daniel Wain own twenty-yard line with commanded the offense and only 1:12 remaining in the added 41 yards rushing and game. 164 yards in the air for a The Huskies offense trot­ total of 205 yards from the ted onto the field under Dan­ quarterback position. Ethan iel Wain's command with a Graybeal, Kyle Guyton, and long field and a short clock Dakota Price also added re­ and answered with a touch­ ceptions for the Huskies dur­ down. The two-minute drill ing the game. that the Huskies ran in prac­ On the defensive side of tice showed its effect as the the ball, Ryan Shepherd and Huskies were able to move Ryan Moser are proving to be the ball down field and score. a force for the Huskies this The drive opened up with a year. Shepherd led the team fourteen-yard completion to with five tackles and six as­ Kyle Guyton, but a false start sists for a total of eight, and penalty backed the Huskies Moser also brought down five up to their own 24-yard line players and added three as­ with time ticking down. With sists for a total of 6.5 for the thirty seconds on the clock, game. As a team, Ashe outper­ Wain connected a pass to David Grubb who sprinted formed West Wilkes in five 76-yards down the field to areas: first downs, passing score a touchdown for the yards, pass completion per­ Huskies with fifteen seconds centage, total offense, and on the clock when he crossed third down efficiency. The into the end zone to bring the Huskies return to action this score to 30-26, The Huskies Friday with their home open­ coaching staff sent the field er against the West Caldwell goal unit on and with the foot Warriors. 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Full-time and part-time positions are available in Ashe and Watauga counties. Al­ so, looking for a fulltime house keeper. High school diploma or GED and valid driver's license required. For more information, please call (828) 2625450. There is also conveyed unto the Grantees, their heirs and assigns, a shared driveway easement for the cur­ rently existing drive­ way. All parties using said shared driveway shall share equally in the maintenance and repair of the driveway, and said driveway shall be unobstructed allow­ ing all parties ingress, egress and regress over the driveway. There is also herein conveyed unto the Grantees, their heirs and assigns, an ease­ ment of water rights to the well located upon adjoining property, this water easement to in­ clude the right to obtain water from said well as well as the right to lay, construct, maintain, im­ prove, and repair reser­ voirs, pipe lines, elec­ tric lines, pumps, and electrical connections associated with pump­ ing water from said 1195-Legals well. There is also in­ cluded the right of in­ gress and egress to said well for said pur­ poses, such rights to be appurtenant to and run with the land. Grantees, their heirs and assigns, agree to pay a pro rata share of the expense of electric­ ity for the pump and shall share pro rata with all users of said well the expense of maintenance of the well, pipelines, reser­ voirs, pumps, and as­ sociated fixtures. GET OUT OF LINE And Being more com­ monly known as: 2772 Beaver Creek School Rd, West Jefferson, NC 28694 The record owner(s) of the property, as reflect­ ed on the records of the Register of Deeds, is/are Kenneth W. Mill­ er and Robin Lynn Mill­ er. The property to be of­ fered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance "AS IS, WHERE IS." Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agree­ ment, or both, being foreclosed, nor the offi­ cers, directors, attor­ neys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either Trustee or the holder of the note make any rep­ resentation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environ­ mental, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at or relating to the property being offered for sale, and any and all responsibilities or li­ abilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition expressly are dis­ claimed. This sale is made subject to all pri­ or liens and encum­ brances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax as­ sociated with the fore­ closure, for paying, if any. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hundred fifty dol­ lars ($750.00), which­ ever is greater, is re­ quired and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of the sale. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. Fol­ lowing the expiration of the statutory upset pe­ riod, all remaining amounts are immedi­ ately due and owing. The date of this Notice is August 8, 2007. Now you don't have to wait in line for government services and information because now the government is officially online at FirstGov.gov. FirstGov.gov The official web portal of the Federal Government For government information by phone, call I-800-FED-INFO (l-SOO-333-4636). U.S. General Services Administration Eye strain from computer use is the number one complaint of office workers. Talk to your 07-90739 eyecare professional Grady Ingle Substitute Trustee Cliff Cameron 8520 Drive, Suite 300 Charlotte, NC 28269 (704) 333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys. com/nc/ about computer eye­ wear to help prevent eye strain. The Vision Council of America recommends regular eye exams for you and your family to ensure healthy vision. DID YOU KNOW? Our Classifieds reach everyone in the county? Let our Classified Ads go to work for you! Call us at 336-846-7164. & Check Yearly. See Clearly www.checkyearly.com Gates Corporation The world's most trusted name in belts, hose and hydraulics. POSITION OPENING: Gates Corporation, Ashe County Division, currently has multiple openings for Cell Team Leaders in a Lean Manufacturing environment. The primary responsibility of the Cell Team Leader is to lead the Cell Team (8 to 10 operators) to achieve safety, quality, productivity, and cost goals and to lead the team in problem solving techniques to support improvement objectives in all these areas. The Team Leader role is a development position for a number of higher level opportunities, including Production Supervisor, Operation Manager, Planning & Logistics Manager, Quality and Process Improvement leadership positions. Successful candidates will spend the first 3 to 6 months training on all production jobs. Must be able to work any shift. Specific Job Duties: 1. Responsible for insuring that all Team members understand Plant and Cell goals and objectives and that Team members understand their individual roles and responsibilities toward achieving those goals. 2. Will track and report qualify and production performance and will initiate corrective action to correct nonstandard conditions. 3. Will insure that communication of pertinent data is presented accurately and timely. 4. Will help establish and lead Cell improvement projects, utilizing Practical Problem Solving techniques and other tools and resources, as needed. 5. Will help determine and lead Kaizen opportunities. 6. Responsible for conducting 5 minute Pre-Shift Production Meeting to review safety, quality, delivery, and cost issues, and adjustments in manpower or work strategy. 7. Will occasionally fill in production slots to cover for vacations, absenteeism or to assist with training of new hires. 8. Must be willing to participate in training activities to continuously improve Team Leader skill sets. Education/Experience Requirement: Minimum High School diploma; College degree preferred. Must have one or more years experience in leadership position. Skills Needed: Must have demonstrated Leadership skills, strong analytical skills, good organizational and computer skills. Must be able to effectively communicate with Team members, Support groups, and all levels of Management OR VISIT Qualified applicants should submit resume via email to bdhowell@gates.com. WWW.AMHSPARTA.ORG Equal Opportunity Employer Phone calls will not be accepted. An Equal Opportunity Employer �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2007 PAGE 9A COMMUNITY NEWS 'Greater Tuna' opens Friday on August 26 and September 2, with curtain at 2:00. Let's look at bit more close­ ly at those characters played by Robbie and Tom: Tom plays Thurston Wheelis, co-anchor of OKKK; he then morphs into Elmer Watkins whose main concern is that the KKK deals with the issue of sharecroppers, into Bertha Bumiller, keystone of the book snatching patrol and mother of Jody, Stanley, and Charlene Bumiller. Mov­ ing from the human to the animal, Tom takes on the per­ sona of Yippy, part rat terrier and part chihuahua . Back in the human world again, Tom becomes Pearl Burras with a personal vendetta against all dogs, except her husband's prize hunting dog Ripper. He also portrays R. R. Snavely who spotted a UFO that Ashe County Little The­ atre's production of Greater Tuna opens this Friday night, August 24, at the Ashe Civic Center. This hilarious comedy, written by Jaston Williams, Joe Sears, and Ed Howard, features an eclectic band of citizens portrayed by only two performers. Directed by Tom Fowler and Robbie Franklin, and produced by Jane Lonon, Greater Tuna has entertained audiences since its creation. You will want to be part of the audience as Robbie Franklin and Tom Fowler bring the men, women, children and even animals of Tuna, Tex­ as to the Ashe Civic Center stage. Evening shows will be offered on August 24, 25, 31, and September 1, with cur­ tain at 7:30 nightly. Two Sun­ day matinees will be olfered looked much "like a gigantic hovering chalupo." To wind up this role, Tom is Reverend Spikes, the cliche king, Sher­ iff Givens, and Hank Bumill­ er, who spent four years in prison after robbing a filling station. Robbie Franklin opens with Aries Struvie, Tom's coanchor on OKKK. His next character is Didi Snavely, who recounts the story of Mama and the sorghum syrup, and Harold Dean Lattimer, the weatherman who arises at 4:30 to stand in a nearby field and assess the weather. Robbie then makes instan­ taneous character changes, playing Petey Fisk, head of the Greater Tuna Humane Society; Jody Bumiller, who adopts Petey's stray dogs; Stanley Bumiller, Reform School drop-out, and Char- GREATER TUNA lene Bumiller, whose life-long dream is the be a Tuna, Texas cheerleader. Throw in Chad Hartford, reporter; Phineas Blye, perpetual candidate for City Council, and Vera Carp, and you, the audience have met many of the colorful char­ acters of Tuna, Texas. You'll want to be in the au­ dience to find out how all of these characters connect and to learn all of their secrets. Reserved seating for Greater Tuna is available in advance from the Ashe Coun­ ty Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students; they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846-ARTS. •mm Northwest Lawn Care, Inc. , CALHOUN a * ** CLEARING & GRADING 1 . Foundations • Drainage /Erosion Control -LandClearing * R»ad Construction • Water Cardens & Landscaping Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and part time residents of Ashe County! We arc professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. 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Box 276 •Warrensville, NC 28693 Herb Mckittrick John Barker 336-384-3222 Kenny Spencer 5-384-2761 • cell: 877-7829t Cell: 336-977-1455 336-384-9192 Ashe County's ONLY NC DOT Certified Pipe Welder Shop located at: 245 Von Turner Rd.'West Jefferson, NC James Ellis - Owner 17 years experience cr 'ELECTRICAI ^fountain Field Excavating & Hauling Industrial • Commercial • Residential (poJikv1 No JOB TOOSMALLT * Contracting Co. 336-877-5010 Where Quality is a Tradition All Work Guaranteed / Licensed, Bonded & Insured ^oone Grading Co., Inc. is? GRAPHIC DESIGN > Spring Work Meeting all your Graphic Design needs. Mo job too big or too small! 336-982-5145 fir«flycano«@yahoo.com Lot Clearing • Basement/Footers • Ponds • Ditching Driveways Gravel. Mulch, Dirt Michael Pennington 336-385-2346 Mobile: 336-977-1312 oar SANITATION SERVICE •twos Sanitation Sen.: William & Amy Phillips It's Finally Here! A Private Trash Service for Ashe County! We are now accepting new accounts Garbage Service includes: Weekly or Biweekly Pickup Residential, Light Commercial and Small Business Accepted Contact us at: 828-394-4944 or 828-292-3211 Toll Free: 877-217-9866 • 8am - 6pm �PAGE 10A TUESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS 1904 Courthouse restoration continues by Katherine Brownlow Staff Writer The five-year project to renovate the Jefferson court­ house is finally nearing its end with the restoration of the building's windows. Ar­ chitectural Restoration, a Winston-Salem company, has been contracted to remove and restore the original glass, repair wood sashes as needed and repaint the windows. Gwen Ashley, the Museum of Ashe County History presi­ dent, said that restoring the windows may be more expen­ sive than replacing them, but that it is a better choice when preserving a historical build­ ing such as the courthouse. Individuals and companies can sponsor a window for res­ toration with a contribution of 1,000 dollars. More than a dozen of the Heritage windows have al­ ready been claimed. To spon­ sor a window, call the mu­ seum office at 846-1904 or Lonnie Jones at 384-3188. Already the windows on the first floor have been re­ stored and re-installed, and the second floor windows are nearing completion. This ren­ ovation is the latest in a long line of improvements, which includes repairing the roof, installing air-conditioning and heat and overhauling the electrical wiring. Other proj­ ects that are still in the works include updating the plumb­ ing and refinishing the walls, floors and ceilings. Contrac­ tors are also working on the drainage system around the courthouse in order to pre­ vent water from seeping into the courthouse from below. "That [poor drainage] is what caused so much dam­ age to the building in the first place," Long said. Restoration on the ground floor should be finished in time for the museum to open in the courthouse next sum­ mer. Until then, visitors are welcome at the temporary museum location across the street, which is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. In honor of the Armed Forces Tribute this week, the museum will feature a weeklong special exhibit of arti­ facts, memorabilia, photos and letters from soldiers to honor Ashe County veterans. Unlimited long distance unveiled WEST JEFFERSON, N.C.—Residential telephone service customers of SkyLine Membership Corporation and SkyBest Communications can now subscribe to calling packages featuring unlimited long-distance calling. The new service option is avail­ able through the companies' multi-service packages or bundles, which combine lo­ cal telephone service, their most popular calling features and the option of broadband Internet with unlimited long­ distance. The original bundles each featured 200 long-distance minutes, but customer de­ mand for additional minutes led the companies to develop this newest offering. "Many of our residential customers who have chosen our new bundles have asked us to consider adding more long-distance minutes," said Kim Shepherd, Customer Service Manager. "With this . «— SkyLine SkyBest latest offering, we're pleased to give them more than they asked for with an unlimited long-distance option." SelectTalk with Unlimited Long-Distance features un­ limited local calling, five of the companies' most popular calling features, including Caller ID and Voice Mail, and unlimited long-distance. SelectSurf 1.5 Mbps with Unlimited Long-Distance fea­ tures unlimited local calling, five of the companies' most popular calling features, in­ cluding Caller ID and Voice Mail, unlimited long-dis­ tance and high-speed, broad­ band Internet with download speeds of up to 1.5 Mbps. The companies also offer the same residential packages with greater Internet download speeds of 3.0 Mbps and 6.0 Mbps to a limited area. For more information about this latest service offer­ ing, please contact SkyLine/ SkyBest at 1-800-759-2226 or visit their Web sites at www. skyline.org or www.skybest. com. Established in 1951, Sky­ Line is a member-owned cooperative which provides a variety of telecommunica­ tions services to customers in Alleghany, Ashe, Avery and Watauga counties in North Carolina and Johnson County in east Tennessee. Its whol­ ly-owned subsidiary, SkyBest Communications, Inc., of­ fers a variety of de-regulated products and services, includ­ ing local calling services, busi­ ness systems and network so­ lutions, broadband Internet services and long-distance. Economy rebounds BOONE—Economic activ­ ity in Western North Carolina, as measured by the Western North Carolina Economic In­ dex, increased substantially in June, rising 0.9 percent for the month. The gain recovers losses that occurred early in 2007. The index, which tracks the level of economic activity in 25 western North Carolina coun­ ties, is compiled at Appalachian State University. "The jump in activity was the largest monthly increase in three years," said Todd Cherry, an economics professor in Ap­ palachian's Walker College of Business and co-author of the report. Cherry also is a Fac­ ulty Fellow at the Institute of Emerging Issues at N.C. State University. "We have finally dug ourselves out of the hole we fell into early in the year." Regional job growth was strong, according to Cherry, but Swain counties had the largest the northwest counties of Wil­ employment gains (1.38 and kes, Alleghany and Ashe had 1.35 percent), while the larg­ sizable losses. "While we also est job losses were in Wilkes, had a big jump in job growth in Alleghany and Ashe counties June, we are still down in terms (0.85,0.58 and 0.81 percent). of jobs for the year." The seasonally adjusted rate According to the report, the of unemployment for the region WNC economy still lags that of increased 0.1 percentage points the nation, growing at an annu­ to 5.1 in June 2007. The North al rate of 1.4 percent during the Carolina rate also increased 0.1 first half of the year, while the points to 4.9 percent, while the national economy grew 2.0 per­ national unemployment rate cent during the same period. remained unchanged for the Regional employment third consecutive month at 4.5 gained more ground relative percent. to the state. Seasonally ad­ The seasonally adjusted un­ justed employment for WNC employment rate within the increased 0.55 percent for the region's rural counties fell 0.1 month, while statewide em­ percentage points to 5.4 per­ ployment showed a marginal cent in June. The unemploy­ increase of 0.05 percent for the ment rate increased 0.1 points month. in both of the region's metro Eighteen of the 25 WNC areas—registering 3.8 percent counties experienced job in Asheville and 6.1 percent in growth in June. Jackson and Hickory-Morganton-Lenoir. Photo courtesy of Museum of Ashe County History Do you recognize any of these men? This group of Ashe County's finest posed on the courthouse steps as they got ready to head into the armed forces during World War II. The historic photo is part of a special exhibit at the Museum of Ashe County History. Senior plan to be unveiled today by Katherine Brownlow Staff Writer The results of a five-year study on how to make Ashe County a more senior-friend­ ly community will be discussed at the Ashe Services for Ag­ ing building on Aug. 21 at 10 a.m. All resi­ dents of Ashe County are encouraged to at­ tend. Five years of com­ munity research on what resources are available to seniors in Ashe County, and what resources are still needed, has been boiled down to the top 10 items that should be addressed. At the meeting, residents can vote on what measures are the most urgent and which should receive the county's attention first. Another meeting will be held at the Riverview Commu­ nity Center on Aug. 23, starting between 12:30 and 1 p.m., after lunch. Ashe Services for Aging is located at 180 Chattyrob Lane, in West Jefferson, NC. Riverview Community Center is located at 11719 Hwy 88, in Warrensville, NC. SANGER CLINIC IS INCREASING ITS NUMBERS IN THE HIGH COUNTRY. SANGER CLINIC IS PROUD TO WELCOME HOME BOONE NATIVE DR. LEVERNE FOX, JR. DR. FOX JOINS THE ESTABLISHED BOONE TEAM OF DRS. ASHLINE, BILLET AND HELAK, AND BRINGS EXPERTISE IN NUCLEAR TESTING, PACEMAKERS AND STENTS, AND TRANS ESOPHAGEAL ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY. DR. FOX IS BOARD CERTIFIED IN INTERNAL MEDICINE, CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES, AND INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOLOGY. m >V ffifi i 2007 Ashe County Fiddlers Convention winners Old Time Band 1 2 3 4 5 6 Old Time Banjo Smokey Mountain Boys Grayson Highlands Zephyr Lightening Bolts 2nd String Band The 1908 Boys Crumpler Cut-ups Dobro Cody Jackson Diane Bowen Dee Price Brien Fain Rhoda Kemp Jacob Joines Dwayne Eller Woody Perry Tony Joines Dennis Sheets Bluegrass Banjo Bluegrass Band 1 2 3 4 5 6 Knotville Grass Sons of the South Carolina Connection Gilreath & The Drive Southern Junction 0562 Old Time Fiddle 1 Jacob Bowen 2 Benton Flippen 3 Tina Trianosky 4 Blake Rash 5 Jerry Correll Bluegrass Fiddle 1 Jeff Michaels 2 Tom Killian 3 John Gilreath 4 Carlos Frost 5 Rose Knotts Bass Fiddle 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 Danny Spann Eric Ellis Michael Souther Harold Terry Eric Hardin Jmm Terry Schue Allen Johnson Luther Souther Tony Joines Jerry Steinberg Guitar Folk Song 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 3 4 5 Steve Kilby Donnie Francis Austin Mikal Steve Lewis Marty Pennington Mandoln 1 2 3 4 5 Carol Spann Wes Tuttle Brandon Hardin Dean Bledsoe Dalton Edwards Susan Trianosky Brien Fain Keith Souther Bill VanHoy Jessie Lovell Flat Foot Dance Erin Creed Rodney Miller Jerry Smith Cody Jackson Janet Wood SANGER CLINIC, WHERE HEART SPECIALISTS OFFER THE FULL SPECTRUM OF HEART CARESERVICES, FROM DEVELOPING HEART HEALTHY ACTION PLANS FOR PATIENTS AT RISK FOR DISEASE TO PERFORMING COMPLEX SURGICAL PROCEDURES, INCLUDING TRANSPLANTATION LOCAL COMMITMENT. REGIONAL RESOURCES. SANGER CLINIC. S^lSANGHRftlllglM C arolinas Hp.ilfhr.Trp System Carolinas HealthCare ^ucfpm BOONE OFFICE: 175 Mary St., Boone, North Carolina 28607 828-264-9664 �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2007 PAGE 11A COMMUNITY EVENTS Quarter' returns to Warrensville Scenic New River. The trip will take approximately 2 hours from beginning to end. You will learn some basic canoeing paddle strokes and other useful infor­ mation to help you paddle safely. The Rangers will interpret many sights along the route. The trip will end with one of the local out­ fitters shuttling you back to the Wagoner Access Road. This trip is limited to 8 visitors per trip, so please call the park office to have your name added to the list. The outfitters charge a minimal fee for shuttling. Park phone number is 336-982-2587. Decoration at Roans Creek Cemetery will be Sunday, Au­ gust 26 from 9:00 -1:00. Dona­ tions will be appreciated for the up keep of the cemetery. Beaver Creek Christian Church will have revival ser­ vices Aug. 26-29 at 7 p.m. Evangelist Lawrence Harris from Collinsville, VA, will be the speaker. Be blessed by special music at each service. Sunday, Jim and Marietta Thomas; Monday, Ashe Associational Choir; Tuesday, Homeward Bound; and Wednesday, the BCCC Choir. Come early for special prelude music each eve­ ning. Nursery and transportation provided. Everyone is invited. For information, call Jim Dawes, minister, at 846-3795. Beaver CreekChristian Church is having Homecoming on Sunday, Aug. 26. Speaker will be Lawrence Harris from Collinsville, VA. A covered-dish lunch will follow the worship ser­ vice. Monday August 27 7 p.m. Chestnut Hill Baptist Church will be having a Fail Revival on Monday, Aug. 27 through Friday, Aug. 31. Rev. Sherrill Wellborn and Rev. David Wellborn will be the guest speakers. 7 p.m. nightly. Special singing nightly. Rev. Randal Greene and the congregation invite everyone to attend. Revival will be held at the Farmers Memorial Baptist Church Aug. 27-31, beginning at 7:30 p.m. Evangelist Rev Curtis King of Rural Retreat, Va. will speak, the assisting is Pastor Rev. Tim Greer. Special singing each night. Preaching every other Sunday at 11 a.m. The next scheduled service is August 26 and on every other Sunday, until it snows. Pastor Tim Greer and the congregation invites you to visit Farmer's Me­ morial Baptist Church. Saturday September 1 6 p.m.: There will be a 50th Class Reunion for the Beaver Creek Class of 1957 at Jeffer­ son Station. The gathering is at 6 p.m., followed by a dinner ca­ tered by Michael's Restaurant at 7 p.m. For more information, call Becky Burgess at 846-9188 or Melba Jones at 846-9068. sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday - Friday without appointments. Primary Care: Monday - Friday Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary Eligibility for Free Medical Clinic. Tuesdays. 4:00 - 6:00. Anyone interested in receiving free medical care from the Ashe County Free Medical Clinic must come to eligibility screening. To be eligible you must live or work in Ashe County, be between the ages of 19 - 64, have NO form of medical insurance, and pro­ vide proof of income that meets the clinic's policy. Call 846-4649 for an appointment, or come to the clinic (at the red light in Jef­ ferson) on Tuesdays from 4:00 - 6:00. WIC (Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children): If you are a pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum woman, infant, or child less than five years of age, and meet certain eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the WIC Program. WIC is a special supplemental food program that provides individually prescribed packages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program or know someone who does; contact 246-2013. Disabled American Veterans will have BINGO on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the Month at Family Central on the Ashe Central High School Ongoing Events How do Huskies' Fans celebrate after each Huskies' victory? They come to the Fifth Quarter. What is the 'Fifth Quarter'? It is a safe alternative and safe activity for high school and middle school students and their parents/ friends. The 'Fifth Quarter' is held after each Ashe County High School home football game. The location of the 'Fifth Quarter' is the Youth Center at Warrensville Baptist Church and the Fellowship Hall of Warrensville United Methodist Church. Activities for the youth include games, music, devotional time and fellowship. This event is sponsored by theWarrensville Baptist, Warrensville United Methodist, Smethport United Methodist, Clifton United Methodist, and Phoenix Baptist Churches. For more information, please call 3843391. Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a the second Tuesday in each month at the Court House in Jefferson. These meetings are open to the public. Provisional Broker Course Scheduled: For provisional brokers, a 30-hour course in "Broker Relationships and Responsibilities" is scheduled for four Tuesdays in September at the Ashe Campus of Wilkes Community College located behind the Ashe County High School. Registration and the first class will be Sept. 5, beginning at 9 a.m. Tuition for the class will be 55 dollars. The text for the course will be an additional cost. The course will conclude Sept. 25. Students must have com­ pleted the pre-licensing course and passed the provisional bro­ ker state examination in order to qualify to enter the class. The instructor for the course will be Phil Lewis. Contact him by phone at 336-846-2078 or by email at Lewisp@skybest.com. Real estate course scheduled for fall: For persons who wish to obtain a real estate license, a course in the fundamentals of real estate is scheduled for Wednesday evenings at the Ashe County High School. Registration and the first class will be Aug. 22 at 5:30 p.m. • Tuition for the class is set at 60 dollars. The text for the course will be an additional cost. The course will conclude Dec. 17, with one class being held on Saturday, Nov. 17. The instruc­ tor for the course will be Phil Lewis. Contact him by phone at 336-846-2078 or by e-mail at Lewisp @ skybest.com. Art for the Health of It: Expressive Arts Therapy For breast cancer survivors. Through music, visual arts, movement, poetry and storytell­ ing, we feel emotional release, inspiration, a sense of com­ munity and a remembering of the beauty of life even in the midst of our darkest hours. We somehow know that all is not lost, and are rejoined to hope. Each class will explore, a new expressive arts oppor-; tunity. You do not need to 'be an artist' to participate. Funded. by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for, the Cure, Inc. Program. Meets, the 4th Monday of each month.. Doors open at 5pm for infer-mal sharing and opportunities to explore books and tapes in the Resource Room. Group lasts from 5:30-6:30. Location: Cancer Resource Center at the Seby B. Jones Cancer Center. • For more information call theSeby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center at (828) 262-4332. Breast Cancer Support Program Whether you have just been diagnosed with breast cancer, or are in treatment or recovery, or a survivor of sev­ eral years, this free support' program offers opportunities to share issues specific to breast cancer in a supportive and understanding group. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Inc. Meets twice a month on 1st and 3rd Mondays. Doors open at 5pm for infor­ mal sharing and opportunities to explore books and tapes in the Resobrce Room. Group lasts from 5:30-6:30. Led by Carolyn Carr, LCSW Location: Cancer Resource Center at the Seby.' B. Jones Cancer Center Fort more information about any of these programs, call the Seby B.. Jones Regional Cancer Center. at (828) 262-4332. Watauga Wellness Cancer Prog r a m . A f i t n e s s p r o g r a m f o r . patients actively receiving can­ cer treatment or those who have gone through treatment in the past year, as well as spouses/caregivers. Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:00 -1:00 pm at the Wellness Center. Call Beth Ann Syers at (828) 2661060 for more information. Pick the winner of the rgce & win $20! Be sure to watch the Sharpie 500 on Saturday, August 25,,Land play the NASCAR contest with the Jefferson Post. Please check our Friday, August 31st edition for the winner information on this race. Sunday September 2 12:30 p.m.: The annual Car­ son Family Reunion will take place at the Old Jameson Home Place on Clifton Road in Crumpler. All descendents of Bob and Ollie Stitt Carson, friends and neighbors are welcome. Bring a covered dish and enjoy the fel­ lowship. Rd. In Jefferson at 7 p.m.. There will be food available at the Morning Star Cafe'. For more information call 336-982-3743. Riverview Lions Club needs arts and craft vendors for the annual festival by the River and Rubber Ducky Race on Saturday, Aug. 18. This is a fund raiser for local and dis­ tant Lions charities. For more information, call Barry Hass at 977-8847. Alcoholics Anonymous Group meets on Mondays and Thursdays at Jefferson United Methodist Church at 7:30 p.m. - Closed Discussion and Saturday at noon - Closed "Big Book Study" - All meetings are non-smoking. Narcotics Anonymous group m Wednesdays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. at Jefferson United Methodist Church. The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold August services at St. Mary's in West Jefferson. Holy Communion is celebrated at 8:30 and 10. Coffee hour imme­ diately followed the 10 service. For further information, call the church office at 982-3076. for Sustainable Choices Living discussion course offered at the West Jefferson Coffee House Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Come learn with others how easy it is to live more sustainably. One person really can make a difference! For information call Gerry at the New River Earth Institute 336-877-1860 or visit www.NewRiverEarthlnstitute. org. Mountain Overtones Barber­ shop Chorus now meets Thursdays at 7 p.m. at West Jefferson United Methodist Church. AL-ANON (for family and friends of addicted persons): Meets on Wednesdays at the First Baptist Church in West Jefferson at noon. For details, call 384-1940. The Board of Elections meets Official Jefferson Post I NASCAR I Pit Stop for Prizes | Race I I I Entry Form Sharpie S00 Bristol Motor Speedway 8 -25-07 Race Winner, Your Name _ I Your Address_ State. |City I I I I Zip. Phone # TIE BREAKER: (PLEASE GUESS THE NUMBER OF CAUTIONS DURING THIS RACE) Mail this form to: Jefferson Post, PO Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694, or bring by our office at 203 S. Second Ave. in West Jefferson Pit: Stop for Prizes Con-test: Rules t-JI 2. Only one (1) entry per person per race. Duplicate entries will void all entries tor that person, for that race. You may enter as many separate races as you like throughout the contest. 3. Entry form is published with the contest each race. In order to be eligible you must use the official entry form for that race from the JEFFERSON POST or its facsimile. 4. How to Win - Write down the name of the driver you think will win that week's race on the entry form. If you answer correctly, you win $20. In the event of a tie, the person guessing closest to the number ot cautions during the race will win $20. 5. All entries must be received in the office of the JEFFERSON POST no later than 5:00pm the Friday before the race that is entered. Due to the change in ownership of the Jefferson Post, we are unable to continue to offer Bonus Points for the Nascar Contest. We will continue to award a weekly prize of $20 to the winner of the Nascar Contest. No Purchase Necessary to Win A Special Thanks To Our Great Sponsors: Parker Tie Company Inc. WEST JEFFERSON CHEVROLET Building Supply and Hardware 19 South 3rd Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.parkertie.doitbest.com AN AMERICAN (336) 246-2611 West Jefferson, NC • 336-S46-4636 • www.wjchevy.net EMPIRE •Chrysler Jeep • Dodge | King of the Mountain 2000 West US New 2007 Ram 1500 Reg Cab Hwy 421 | S*T4x2 wilkesboro, NC * $13,888 866-380-2458 CCS, Inc. YAMAHA of Jefferson pmr �PAGE 12A TUESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Fall webworms return to county by Katherine Brownlow Staff Writer Halloween is months away, but many Ashe County trees seem ready for the spooky holiday. Large, gauze-like webs cover branches of many hardwood trees in the area, and make an unsightly, other­ worldly addition to the land­ scape. These webs are spun by the larvae of fall webworms. Fall webworms, or Hyphantria cunea, are a native pest in North America and can nest in over 100 species of hardwood trees. They are not, however, harmful to the trees. Webworms eat the leaves in­ side their web, but don't do any other damage to their host tree. The only danger is if ornamental or other small trees are engulfed in webs over several years; then the fall webworms can be deadly. "They're not nearly as bad as they look," said Dr. Ray Williams, an associate biol­ ogy professor at Appalachian State University. "I would recommend that people just ignore them." Although webworms don't cause significant damage in most cases, there are, mea­ sures that can be taken to get rid of the pests. One way is to use a basic garden insect spray. Pesticides that contain pyrethroids are a good choice. But make sure the spray pen­ etrates the web, otherwise it will not be effective. The webworm starts as an egg, which are laid by the hundreds on the underside of host leaves. Once the lar­ vae hatch, they begin to spin their signature webs, which enclose the leaves that the larvae will eat. As the larvae grow, they eventually break off into individual cocoons that are buried in the ground, emerge as moths and lay eggs so that the process can begin again. Warm winters and wet weather may have contribut­ ed to the abundance of webs this year and last year. Be­ cause part of the webworm's growth cycle is underground, long, cold winters usually low­ er the population. In North Carolina and other areas in the southern United States, there can be two or more gen­ erations of fall webworms each year due to the length of time that they are active: primarily between June and October. Information provided by "Fall Webworm," an article by G. Keith Douce, Associate Professor of Entomology, The University of Georgia, cour­ tesy of Delia Riley. A typical webworm infestation in West Jefferson. New dental assistants pinned The Wilkes Community College Dental Assisting Program held the 19th annual pinning ceremony on August 3, 2007 with 15 students receiving pins to signify their successful completion of the one year diploma level program. The program was led with an invocation by Dr. Harry Baldwin. Mr. Larry Taylor, Dean of the Health Sciences Division, issued the welcome and greetings. Guest Speaker was Dr. Christopher Dirig, General Dentist from Statesville. Ms. Martha Townes, lead instructor of Dental Assist­ ing recognized the faculty and staff that support the program and the more than thirty five affiliating dental offices that serve as clinical sites. The 2007 Dental Assisting Grad uates were: Jessica Ackerman, Trena Barker, Mindy Bowers, Alicia Brown, Brandy Church, Ch­ antelle Dancy, Thea Gilbert, Brittany Harris, Montana Hayes, Sheena Miller, Jaimini Patel, Carla Pinkerton, Danielle Reedy, Stephanie Roe, and Jade Strickland The following awards were given: Top WCC Clinic Team Award was presented by Brenda Bryson, Administrative Assistant to Health Science Division, to the ALARA Team with a 97% efficiency rating; Trena Barker, Brandy Church, Brittany Harris, Montana Hayes, and Danielle Reedy. Patient CareAward was presented by Kim Shumate, of Great­ er Wilkes Dental Hygiene Society, to Ms. Sheena Miller. Outstanding Chairside Assistant was presented by Ms Pam Shew, of Blue Ridge Dental Assisting Society, to Ms. Stephanie Roe. Scholarship Achievement Award was presented by Dr. Brad Shinaman of Blue Ridge Dental Society, to Ms. Brittany Harris. The Dental Assisting Program at Wilkes Community College is a full year in length, with one class of fifteen students admit­ ted annually, beginning in the fall semester. Students graduate with a diploma and are qualified to become Certificated Dental Assistants. The program is accredited by the American Dental Association. For more information contact Wilkes Community College Student Services 336-838-6145 COMMUNITY 2007 Dental Assisting Graduates: Jessica Ackerman,Trena Barker, Mindy Bowers, Alicia Brown, Brandy Church, Chantelle Dancy,Thea Gilbert, Brittany Harris, Montana Hayes, Sheena Miller, Jaimini Patel, Carla Pinkerton, Danielle Reedy, Stephanie Roe, and Jade Strickland ASHE CUHSSW HUMANE Suenw These animals are available far adaption. XiicJored male Male Pit hull \round 5 months old llli.skif. iiroillitl 2 vrs olilj found in Hiirfoon Hollar Campground I leal Hcaj^lc mix around 2 yours old. Name is IVdro and is house (rained, only $9.00 (o adonf. \n«iel a spayed Beadle / lemale Spaniel Brittany that Terrier mix that is around Male l)S|| (hat is around 1 is | year old. She will only months old. lie xvas found around 1 years old. cost *9.00 To Vdopt. •n West Jefferson. Skye is an australian cattle dog with an outstanding personality who was found in the Golden Pond Rd area. If not claimed, he will be available for adoption. Sheba is a lovable, beau­ tiful golden retreiver with a happy disposition in need of a wonderful home. Sebastian is a german shepherd pup who is 9 wks old and has 3 sisters who are equally a beauti­ ful. they will be very intel­ ligent and easy to train. �VISITOR A A 7'.v. M �The 2007 ACHS Varsity Huskies Football Team i< Jj» Er - mi # 1 4 5 6 8 9 12 13 14 15 17 19 20 21 25 26 27 28 30 32 33 35 36 50 51 52 53 56 59 65 66 68 72 75 76 77 82 88 98 2007 Varsity Football Roster Player's Name Daniel Wain Robbie Pelton David Grubb Justin Sheets Jose Rios Ethan Graybeal Brandon Rinehart Aaron Scott Kelsy Combs Greyson Wells Buster Phillips Chris Rash Nick May Tatum Lemly Kyle Guyton Tavin Holman Tucker Clay Luke Goss Jeren Holman Nathan Cox Dakota Price Jake Brown Dylan Brown Ryan Shepherd Josh Ferguson Luke Dotson Ryan Houck Ryan Moser Allen Hall Zack Caffey Cody Jones Zeke Brown Dustin Hamm Preston Roberts Jeremiah Gilbert Zach Hudler Jason Bickford Andrew Sexton Richie Absher Year Weight Height Position JR 135 5 ' 9 QB/DB JR 160 6'0 Reel LB SR 190 5 ' 1 1 RB/DB JR 145 5 ' 8 Rec/DB JR 150 6' 0 Rec/DB SR 170 6 ' 4 Rec/DB SR 170 6' 0 Rec/LB SO 140 5' 10 RB/DB SR 192 6' 1 QB/LB SO 155 6' 1 Rec/DB JR 225 6 ' 2 Rec/LB SR 160 5 ' 9 RB/DB SR 175 6' 1 Rec/LB JR 175 6' 0 Rec/DB JR 200 6' 0 Rec/LB JR 165 5' 10 RB/DB JR 160 6' 0 Rec/DB SO 175 5 ' 1 1 RB/LB SO 165 5 ' 1 0 RB/DB SO 165 6' 0 Rec/LB SR 210 6 ' 1 Rec/LB JR 190 6' 1 Rec/LB JR 210 6' 0 Rec/LB SR 175 6' 1 OL/LB SR 230 6' 1 OL/DL SR 230 6' 1 OL/DL SR 222 6' 1 OL7DL SR 240 6 ' 3 OL/DL JR 210 6' 0 OL/DL JR 240 6' 0 OL/DL SR 280 6 ' 2 OL/DL JR 260 6 ' 1 OL/DL JR 228 6 ' 5 OL/DL SR 260 6' 0 OL/DL SR 230 5' 10 OL/DL FR 260 6' 0 OL/DL SR 175 6' 1 Rec/LB JR 195 6 ' 4 Rec/LB JR 150 5 ' 9 PK Whose Birthday Are You 2007 Varsity Football Schedule August 17 August 24 August 31 September 14 September 21 September 28 October 5 October 12 October 19 October 26 November 2 West Wilkes (Endowment Game) WEST CALDWELL Grayson County WATAUGA (Parents' Night) Reagan NORTH SURRY (HOMECOMING) North Wilkes FORBUSH Starmount Wilkes Central (Senior Night) Surry Central AWAY HOME AWAY HOME AWAY HOME AWAY HOME AWAY HOME AWAY All Games are held on Friday nights starting at 7:30 p.m. SkyLine and SkyBest are proud to support the Huskies for the 2007 season. 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WR/DB WR/DB WR/DB RB/LB WR/LB WR/DB RB/DB RB/DB WR/LB RB/DB WR/LB OL/LB OL/LB OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL OL/DL WR/LB Zach Hudler Charles Beck Nick Longo Jacob Hamilton Grade 10 9 10 10 9 9 9 9 10 9 10 10 10 10 9 9 9 10 10 9 9 9 10 10 JV FOOTBALL SCHEDULE August 23 WATAUGA August 30 GRAYSON COUNTY HOME September 13 Watauga Away September 20 REAGAN HOME September 27 North Surry Away October 4 NORTH WILKES HOME October 11 Eorbush Away October 18 STARMOUNT HOME October 25 Wilkes Central Away November 1 SURRY CENTRAL HOME 'HOME Home games in ALL CAPS All junior varsity games are held on Thursday nights at 7 p.m. 10 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 GOOD LUCK To flshc County Teams! VANNOV C O N S T R U C T I O N ^ I * James R. 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Main St. Wt;st Jefferson Wm 200 Hospital Avenue • Jefferson, NC 28640 336-846-7101 www.ashememorial.org 336-246-2501 f �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY/ AUGUST 21, 2007 PAGE 5B FOOTBALL PREVIEW i Huskyjunior Varsity Cheerleaders 2007 JV Cheerleader Roster Gabrielle Calhoun Courtney Miller Kristin Baldwin Chelsea Bracewell Stephanine Burwell Nichole Walker Tiffany Lewis Orla Winner Corynn Hopkins Amelia Baldwin Hope Greene Kaitlyn Hahn Makayla Johnson Taylor Lyall Breanna Roten Head Coach: Anita Ferguson CELEBRATING 10 YEARS OF FOOTBALL FRIDAY NIGHT "THE VOICE OF THE HUSKIES" 1 1997-2007 \ 580 WKSK the FARM www.580wksk.com West Jefferson GO ASHE COUNTY TEAMS CABIN OR CASTLE.. WE'LL FURNISH IT! Before, y During and After The Games Hon're *1 With Us! Good Luckto Till the Teams! From Mack & the Staff Good Luck To All Ashe County Teams! JIM'S CORNER FURNITURE STORE Jefferson, NC 28640 336-246-6077 160 Northwest School Road • Warrensville, NC 336-384-2929 Warrensville Drug Store 5083 NC 88 West Warrensville, NC 336-384-3900 �PAGE 6B TUESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2007 JEFFERSON POST FOOTBALL PREVIEW Blue Cheerleaders 2007 Blue Football Roster Head Coach: Dwayne Farmer Ryan Cox Assistants: Jordan Houck Don Mahley Wally Smith Nate Price Michael Baldwin #28 Hunter Morgan Matthew Sexton # 14 Kaleb Jones Kole Goss #23 Joseph Thomas Luke Barker # K) Morgan Reed Dakota Elliott #21 Josh Martin Bryan Greer #46 Avery Blevins Kegan B lev ins #44 Irie Hall Chris Cole #32 Travis Miller Tyler Stuart #35 Dylan Lewis #42 Parker Dunn Ryan Parsons Jonathan Barlow #58 Avery Barr Tanner Day #36 Joey McCracken Casey Hardy #13 Ben Emerson Dylan Spagnolo / #40 Lee Fierro Blue Football Schedule 2007 Blue Cheerleaders Roster August 18 Yellow Jackets, ACMS Silver, ACMS Blue (Scrimmage) at ACMS 9 a.m. Head Coach- Gina Calhoun Lauren Greene Michelle Rondon Destinee Cox August 21 Yellow Jackets at ACMS 6 p.m. Autumn Poe Bobbie Jean Williams August 28 Watauga at Watauga High School 5 p.m. Haleigh Hogg India Sturgill Emily Phillips Eden Elliott Hannah Goodman Amber Traver Tori Rash Chelsea Parsons Mikayla Shatley Autumn Eastridge Jecca Bard Tristina Keagy Sara Ellis "Meredith Philbeck Chelsea Eller (NP) September 6 Galax at Galax High School 6 p.m. September 11 ACMS Silver at ACMS 6 p.m. Katie Brooks (NP) Ashley Roark IT'S PIGSKIN TIME! September 18 Johnson County at ACMS 5 p.m. October 24 Grayson County at Independence High School 6 p.m. October 6 Yellow Jackets at Wilkes VFW Park 4 p.m October 9 ACMS Silver at ACMS 6 p.m. Tired of Butting Heads Over High Insurance Rates? Call Us For A Quote Today! Has Your Vehicle Been Tackled? We Can Help! V^irt Big This Season! HOMES Burgess & Son Body Shop, Inc. 1620 NC Hwy 163 West Jefferson (336) 846-3600 Hwy 16 S. Glendale Springs 336-982-3734 MILLER We Sell For Less 1149 Mt. 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Silver Cheerleaders 2007 silver Football Roster Head Coach: Chris Taylor Mitchell Ward #49 Assistants: Kevin Nichols Dillon Houck #53 Cameron Guyton Wesley Moore #55 #56 Ryan Carpenter #58 #64 #65 Earl Pennington Chad Fairchild Zack Vogler (NP) Sam Gammons #10 Michael Dolinger Eli Gambill #14 Eddie Hershner Jeff Martin Jeremy Caffey #21 Josh Caudill Josh Knobel Blake Huffman #28 Kolten Pilar #32 #35 Brandon Guy Seth Sheets Anthony Riley Josh Wineberg Hawkins Flanagan Ethan Jordan 2007 Silver Cheerleaders Roster #23 Anderson Moore Wesley Roten N #40 #42 Dominic Maxwell T J Trivette #44 #45 ' Josh Pennington Zeb Richardson #46 Josh Bare | Assistant- Donna Harless Sherina Roten | Sierra Neaves | \ Ashley Hamilton |Haley Maloney Kelsey Spears #82 #84 (NP) FOOTBALL TEAMS! | Skylar Janetta 8 Ashleigh McNeil Emily Ballou J; \ Kinsey Mullis Charlsie Cox | Cari Carson #76 #81 8 \ Peyton Brown 1 #75 ALL ASHE COUNTY f- | Doris Rios #73 #74 GOOD LUCK TO Amber Lane Harley Osborne Aaron Pugh #68 #71 I |Head Coach - Lori Walters \ Brittany Gilley #67 * V* Savannah Woodie I Madison Ball Megan Neaves l Gabby LeSerra Cagney Reeves AND GftMESSIX mights a week. >"fn|n| J ^ j d sh NETWORK \ K I WORK Get live primetime games Thursday and Saturday nights, kicking off this Thanksgiving on NFL Network. 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August 25 Yellow Jackets at Wilkes VFW Park 4 p.m. August 28 William Lenior MS (Scrimmage) at Hibriten High School 5:30 p.m. September 4 Grayson County at ACMS 6 p.m. JL JH d.'liivV • Get DishHD' FREE FOR 6 MONTHS Also yet: FREE OVR or HD OVR fleceieer September 18 Watauga at ACMS 6:30 p.m. October 2 Johnson County at Johnson County High School 6 p.m. October 9 Ashe Blue at ACMS 6 p.m. • Get NFL football on: NOT A PROMOTIONAL PRICE September 11 ACMS Blue at ACMS 6 p.m. September 25 Yellow Jackets at ACMS 6 p.m. • Over 100 aH-digital channels, plus local channels NO Equipment to Buy f MAGIC© Upgrade �PAGE 8B TUESDAY, AUGUST 21, 2007 JEFFERSON POST FOOTBALL PREVIEW Ashe Youth Football 5&6 Grade Raiders Drew Baldwin Jacob Bledsoe Connor Bowers Austin Castro Matthew Church Johnathan Cox Michael Elliott Caleb Goodman Nick Gregory Mason Hamilton Matthew Hamilton Jacob Holman Nathaniel Johnson Lucas Jones IM^^S88^BBaa|8 Bradley Lucas Jeremiah Milam Trevor Nunn Evan Owen Sam Phillips Dakota Sawyer Kaleb Sexton Coty Sharpe Devan Sheets Taylor Weaver Elija Williams Brandon Wingler Brandon Woods y^jSg§jpi§l 5&6 Grade Packers Cullen Ashley Cole Ball Jacob Blevins Brandon Blevins Jacob Carlton Jacob Eastridge Stephen Felkel Grayson Gilley Joshua Goodman Dustin Guy Zach Lawrence Alex Laws Dalton Lyles Zachary May Bodi Miller Keith Miller Dakota Miller Devon Morse Zachary Outen Kenny Reed Tyler Sheets Parker Shelton Alex Spencer Michael Thurman Dylan Turnmire Evan Walker Jacob Worley 3&4 Grade Broncos Angus Bass Austin Blevins Travis Blevins Calder Clay Pierce Cox Jacob Greer Matthew Greer Michael Harper Sam Hudler Calep Miller Garrett Miller Aaron Philbeck Dalton Phipps Griffin Powell Alex Richardson Luke Rupard TJ Saunders Chase'Scott Skye Sullivan Will Taylor Cody Treadway Adrian Winterton Justin Wolfe Seth Young t«S» :.•< *<a. WK ywtj 3&4 Grade Titans Caleb Atwell Chandler Barker Dylan Dittrich Collin Ellis Josh Hamilton Nathan Harrell Josh Hutchens Connor Jones Tristen Jones Joseph Lowder Maison McNeill Colton Miller Chyenne Miller Stanton Moore Judd Price Carlos Reed Kendall Richardson Dylan Richardson Chris Roland Ethan Shepherd Ross Summey John Wilbourn C\o Huskies! For all your tailgate parties... # GOOD LUCK HUSKIES & BULLDOGS S i EVE JOHNSON AUTO W O R L D 1321 Mt. Jefferson Rd. • West Jefferson 336-246-9899 www.sjautoworld.com ^ #ty P a C.C.S., Inc Smoky Mountain Barbecue 1008 S. Jefferson Ave. West Jefferson, NC .Thu|s ,0;30am.9:00pm Mon ^ g Sa, 10;30am .|0;00p|n Closed Sunday YAMAHA of Jefferson 336-846-7744 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 67 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 20 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-08-21 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/0f793bf0e24559bcd15ce48cffd1d14a.pdf 6716085268993264d1542f44cfb09909 PDF Text Text Volleyball defeats West Wilkes Friday page 1B August 24, 2007 Soccer downs Blackhawks 500 page 1B Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 Disc Golf standings www.jeffersonpost.com Volume 82, Issue 68 page 2B SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Come out and honor county's veterans, troops by Vicky Moody Special to the Post As the Tribute to Patriots Week proclamation prepared by the Jeffersons Rotary Club and signed by Governor Mike Easley encouraged the citizens of North Carolina to honor the veterans and active troops across the state this week, so Ashe County leads the way with a non-partisan, non-political event to show our veterans and troops that the not-so-silent majority of Ashe County, North Carolina supports and appreciates them simply because we are Americans. Last minute preparations are creating a flurry of activi­ ty across Ashe County for the Armed Forces Tribute this Saturday at the Jefferson National Guard Armory and Family Central that has been coordinated by the Jeffersons Rotary Club Foundation, the DAY, the VFW and the Amer­ ican Legion. All family mem­ bers and supporters are en­ couraged to gather at Family Central when the gates open at 10 a.m. for a full day of activities honoring the vet­ erans and active troops with ties to Ashe County. Through the efforts of the West Jef­ ferson Lions Club, Old Glory will grace downtown Jeffer­ son and West Jefferson as well as the areas leading to and around the Armory and Family Central thanks to sponsorship by Parker Tie. Due to very limited park­ ing, attendees are encour­ aged' to ride the shuttle bus­ es that will run continuously throughout the day from the following locations: Ashe County Courthouse, Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church, Jefferson United Method­ ist Church, Bristol Baptist Church, Friendship Baptist Church and Mountain View Elementary School. The first drop off will be at the Jef­ ferson Armory for all veter­ ans and troops. Wheelchair parking only is allowed at the armory. The second drop off will be at Family Central for families and supporters. Ashe High School JROTC will assist with parking. Veterans and troops will have lunch catered by Smoky Mountain Barbeque at the armory while hamburgers and hot dogs will be grilled for the families and support­ ers at Family Central. While there is no entry fee and no charges for these meals, sup­ porters are encouraged to make contributions to help defray expenses. Michael Vannoy and Dr Pepper do­ nated a pallet of bottled wa­ ter, soft drinks were donated by Pepsi, Colvard Oil donat­ ed almost 1,400 hotdogs, and Hardee's donated cases of cookies. Mike Little will have Morning Star Caf§ open at 7:30 a.m. at his new Family Central location to provide for the military personnel and technical crews, and will be open to the public for busi­ ness for breakfast only. Guests will be asked to register and wear name tags, and the Ashe High School JROTC and BETA Club will assist with the registration. If you sponsored a veteran or See Tribute, page 5A General to take part in tribute Major General Richard T. Tryon, who will be speaking in Ashe County on Saturday during the Armed Forces Tribute, received a promotion on Tuesday from Brigadier General to Major General of US Marine Corps Recruiting Command in Quantico, VA. Major General Richard T. Tryon enlisted in the Navy in 1970 and was commissioned a second lieutenant in the Marine Corps in 1975 upon graduating from the Naval Academy. ' * Following the basic school, he held various company grade assignments in Third Battalion, 5th Marines,served as Aide de Camp to the Com­ manding General I MAF/lst Marine Division and complet­ ed a tour as the Headquarters Company Commander, 4th Marines in Okinawa in 1980. He served at Recruiting Station New York until at­ tending Amphibious War­ fare School in 1983. He then joined Second Battalion, 5th Marines where he served as company commander and op­ erations officer. He attended the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College in 1987, concurrently earning a Mas- 'Greater Tuna' opens Ashe County Little Theatre's production of Greater Tuna opens tonight at the Ashe Civic Center. This hilarious comedy about a radio station in Tuna, Texas, features an eclectic band of citizens and even animals portrayed by only two performers, Tom Fowler and Robbie Franklin, who are also directing. Performances are scheduled at 7:30 p.m. on Aug. 24, 25, 31, and Sept. 1, and at 2 p.m. on Aug. 26 and Sept. 2. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students; now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 846-ARTS. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846-ARTS. Health Council gets $30,000 grant Maj. Gen. Richard T. Tryon ters degree in management. In 1988, he transferred to the Special Operations Command, Europe, and was assigned to the J-3 as a con­ tingency operations officer. He deployed in support of Op­ erations Desert Shield/Desert Storm serving with the Joint Special Operations Task Force, JTF Proven Force. Following Desert Storm, he deployed with Joint Special Operations Task Force Provide Comfort operating in Northern Iraq and Southern Turkey. In 1991, he reported to the Special Operations Training Group, II MEF as director of See Tryon, page 5A The Ashe County Health ing to Kautz. ribbon campaign, the Ashe Council, "A Healthy Carolin­ "Our organization has had Suicide/Depression Preven­ ians Task Force" has been the privilege of collaborating tion and Awareness (ASAP^ fwlpte'd d $30,000 grant with various agencies and task force and the walking by the Kate B. Reynolds community groups in projects trails at Foster-Tyson Park Charitable Trust of Winston- and programs to improve the and the hospital in Jefferson, Salem, announced Nancy health and quality of life in Ashe Middle School in WarKautz, task force chairper­ the county,"Kautz said."Each rensville and coming this son and coordinator. year we present the State of year in Lansing. In addition, The funds will be dis­ Health and Quality of Life many physical activity and bursed over a three year Community Forum, which healthy eating programs in period and require a local spotlights health and human the public schools as well as match of $5,000 each year. service issues important to the new climbing wall at the The request has been pre­ the community and provides middle school have been put sented to the Ashe County a setting to discuss successes into action by the task force Commissioners and they and opportunities for im­ members. The grant from voted to fund this year. The provement. During the last The Kate B. Reynolds Chari­ funding will be used to hire 13 years the 360 members table Trust will give us addi­ a part-time office assistant of the task force have been tional resources to continue to work closely with the vari­ responsible for the on-going this successful collaborative ous agencies and community Car Seat Safety Program, work and plan for long term groups working on health the School Based Health sustainability." and human services issues, Center, the on-going low-cost The Ashe County Health and to establish an on-line monthly cholesterol screen­ Council was established in resource and referral pro­ ing, the annual prostate 1994 and remains under the gram for the county, accord­ cancer screening, the pink See Grant, page 5A Boy Scout cleans up cemetery, honors Civil War vet by Katherine Brownlow Staff Writer Local Boy Scout Jonathan Burrell spent more than 50 hours in a cemetery this summer in order to become an Eagle Scout. Burrell spent the time cleaning overgrowth from the mark­ ers and putting up a fence as a community service ef­ fort. This project was one of Bunnell's final steps to becoming an Eagle Scout, which is the highest level in the Boy Scout ranks. He learned about the cemetery, located in Clifton, NC, from his uncle, Johnnie Childress, and decided to clean it up. The Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7946 hon­ ored his effort and presented him with an American flag and pole to place in the cem­ etery. "It was hard, trying to get Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classi fied@jeffersonpost. com editorial@jeffersonpost.com the supplies," Burrell said. "But it's beautiful now." One of the most notable occupants of the early 20lh century cemetery was Civil War veteran Thomas Bow­ ers, a member of the 119"' Colored Infantry in Ken­ tucky. "My Eagle Project has taught me that the free­ doms we enjoy have a price. If men like Thomas Bowers were willing to face torture and death in their pursuit of freedom, we should remem­ ber that no man is guaran­ teed freedom," Burrell wrote about his project. "I have high respect for heroes who risk their lives," he said. Burrell has chosen to fol­ low a military path as well: he has joined the Navy and will leave in September to go to the military entrance pro­ cessing station in Charlotte, Post photo Ashe County VFW Commander David Sexton presents an American flag to as part of an Eagle Scout project he completed this summer. Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,705 U.S. service people killed (as of 8/22) 27,506 U.S. service people wounded (as of 8/22) Pageant deadline approaching The Fourth Annual Princess of the High Country Pageant will take place on Saturday, Sept. 15, at the Civic Center in West Jefferson. The pageant is an official preliminary to the 2008 Princess of North Carolina State Scholarship Pageant. The pageant is open to all girls between the ages of birth and 25 years who reside in North Carolina. There will be seven age divi­ sion winners crowned and two overall Supreme NC. Being an Eagle Scout is seen as an advantage by many people when pursuing a military career. "I am so thankful to all those who had a hand in mo­ tivating me, inspiring me, and encouraging me to keep going, to do more and to nev­ er quit. They are the reason ! am able to achieve this goal. I would like to thank God, my parents, this church [West Jefferson United Methodistj and all of the Scouts and Scouters, past and present, of BSA Troop 214 for helping me to reach this milestone in my life," Burrell wrote. Burrell said he received donations from Lowe's of West Jefferson, American Legion Post 275, Disabled American Veterans Chapter 80, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7946 and Welch's Pro­ duce of Jefferson to help him with his project. Winners crowned. Every contestant will receive a participation trophy. Division winners will receive crowns, satin wrap banners with rhinestone crown pins, designer trophy and Beauty fees paid to the 2008 Princess of North Carolina State Pageant. The Overall Supreme Winner will receive those items, plus Talent fees for the 2008 state pageant. Deadline to enter is Sept. 1. For more infor­ mation or for an application, please contact Lisa Osborne, director, at 977-0909 or e-mail Lisaoz@8kybest.com. �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, AUGUST 24, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS For travelers, homecoming to pets is best part by Maria Cilley (FlyLady) Special to the Post Traveling is always fun and I get to go more than most. This past mouth I have been on the road, in the air and on the sea. All I can say is that for as much fun travel­ ing is; the homecoming is the best part. When we pulled up into the driveway we were greeted by the sounds of our three dogs barking to welcome us home. Our little hound dog jumped into the back of the truck af­ ter she jumped up on me and wagged her tail. The other two dogs danced on the back deck and could not wait to have a five way rolling puppy fight with the two of us in the middle. They were very happy to see us but not as much as we were to pet them. Our crit­ when he came to one of our FlyFest at a bookstore. This is when we started planning the FlyLady Cruise. We spent a wonderful week cruising to Alaska! I finally got to see a glacier. We trav­ eled with lots of old friends and made many new ones. There was a fun time had by all. The hardest part for me was the lack of internet con­ nectivity but I guess it is time for me let go and have a good time without my computer. If you ever get a chance to see Alaska then do it. Our favor­ ite part was seeing the gla­ ciers up close and flying over them in a float plane. My as­ sistant's favorite part was the sled dogs and all the puppies! Laura and Bruce our dear friends celebrated their 25th anniversary on the Noordam. Laura's favorite part was the fishing trip. Our vet, Clyde Brooks and his wife, Linda ALL IN-STOCK RIDING MOWERS AND GAS WALK BEHIND MOWERS and their son Keith were with us on this cruise. Clyde wrote an amazing book that is about his life of Tending Critters in the Ridges check it out; http:// www.tendingcritters.com/. He loves his critters and ours too. We all had a wonderful time. Tomorrow life gets back to normal; whatever that is! It starts with unpacking our suitcases. Robert's will be very easy to unpack. He wore everything but one short sleeved shirt. His clothes filled one half of a suitcase. My clothing and stuff took over the other three and a half suitcases plus a carry-on with my computer stuff. To­ morrow I will separate what I wore from what I didn't wear and build a new travel Control Journal for myself. I know I can do this. Too many bags make traveling tougher than it needs to be. I am going Discount taken on low­ est marked price, taken at register. Walk behind price as marked. Offer applies to in-stock only, while supplies last. Selection may vary. See store for details. Offer valid 8/23/07 through 8/26/07. to simpli-FLY! For more help getting fid of your CHAOS; check out her website and join her free mentoring group at www. FlyLady.net or her book, Sink Reflections published by Ban­ tam and her New York Times Best Selling book, Body Clut­ ter published by Fireside. Copyright 2007 Maria Cilley Used by permission in this publication. LOUIE'S JOHN DEERE Let's Build Something Together OTROV-BILT FREE PROPANE EXCHANGE + FREE ASSEMBLY EVERYDAY Fiee wooane exchange with the purdiase ol any in-stock tun size gas gull $98 and op. Roqures Hie exchange ol an empty 2010. tank or the purchase ol a new lank #282/1. Offer valid 8/23/07-9/3/07. See store for details. ters become part of our lives. Last year I got the strang­ est email from a man in Se­ attle, Washington. He said, 1 used to do a Google search on my last name and I always came up first. Now when I do the Google search, your name comes up first; just who are you and what do you do! Come to find out he was a long lost cousin of my husband, Robert Cilley. Brad Cilley is a travel agent, specializing in tours; his company is Northwest Travel Services, http://www. nwtravel.com/. He was work­ ing on a Cilley Family cruise. We told him we would love to be a part of a cruise. We met him last summer in Seattle Burning ban issued by state RALEIGH - The N.C. Di­ vision of Forest Resources has initiated a statewide ban on all open burning and canceled all burning permits effective at noon today. The ban on open burning will be in effect until further notice. The ban on open burning is necessary because of the dry weather conditions and an increase in fire activity statewide. Currently more than 100 firefighters are bat­ tling 130 wildfires in Robe­ son County alone. Yesterday there were 46 new wildfires affecting more than 370 acres across North Carolina. By North Carolina law, the ban prohibits all open burn­ ing statewide, regardless of whether a permit was issued. Open burning includes burn­ ing leaves, branches and oth­ er plant material. In all cas­ es, it is illegal to burn trash, lumber, tires, newspapers, plastics or other non-vegeta­ tive materials. The ban will be enforced by local law enforcement agents, county fire marshals and the N.C. Division of Forest Re­ sources, an agency within the Department of Environment and Natural Resources. The open burning ban means that all burning is prohibited if it is 100 feet or more from an occupied dwell­ ing. An occupied dwelling is a home or residence that some­ one lives in. For more information, con­ tact Chris Carlson at (919) 733-2162 ext. 262 or cell (919) 210-5013, or Brian Haines at cell (919) 218-9728. Citizens can also contact a county ranger with the Division of Forest Resources or the local county fire marshal's office. YOUR CHOICE $4997 was$59 Char-Broil 44" Bella Vista Ceiling Fan •Aged Bronze finish #96879 now $047 BH3EJ2S333H3 was $482 Dual-Burner LP Gas Grill 1.5 cu. ft. #242264 Sta-Green® Seed and Sod Soil #126813 gear up for the weekend with \ big values AIL PATIO BLOCK Discount taken at register. Offer valid 0/23/07-8/26/07. While supplies last. Limited to store stock only. See store for details. 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Includes Patio Furniture, Cushions, Includes select refrigerators, clothes washers and Umbrellas, Benches, Swings, dryers, dishwashers, ranges and over- the- range Hammocks, Gazebos, Canopies, microwaves. Quantities limited. Planters, Fountains, Outdoor Decorative Items, Torches, Trellises, and Arbors. Priced as marked. Selection may vary by store. See store for details. While supplies last. Limited to store stock only. Look for the yellow clearance labels. For the Lowe's nearest you, call 1-800-993-4416 or visit us online at Lowes.com Prices may vary after 8/26/07 if there are market variations "Was" prices in this advertisement were in effect on 8/16/07, and may vary based on Lowe's Everyday Low Price policy. See store for details regarding product warranties. We reserve the right to limit quantities.© 2007 by Lowe's®. All rights reserved. Lowe's and the gable design are registered trademarks of LF, LLC. 070892 001/708921030 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, AUGUST 24, 2007 PAGE 3A COMMUNITY NEWS Credit and identity theft tips for students By Attorney General Roy Cooper As college students head to campus for the fall semes­ ter, they should be thinking not only about earning cred­ its, but also about protecting their credit. for many students, start­ ing college means starting to take responsibility for their finances and beginning to es­ tablish a credit history. Mak­ ing smart financial decisions and taking steps to protect your personal information from identity theft can be just as important as deciding which classes to take. Identity theft happens when a criminal steals your personal information and uses it to run up debts in your name. According to Federal Trade Commission reports, people in their 20s are more likely to have their identity stolen than any other age group. In nearly a third of all cases of identity theft report­ ed to the FTC, the victim was between the ages of 20 to 29. In addition to identity theft, students have to watch Arts Council to present juried exhibit Visual artists from Ashe and surrounding counties are invited to submit works for The Best of the Blue Ridge, a juried fine art competition and exhibition to be held in the Gallery of the Ashe Arts Center in West Jefferson. This annual juried compe­ tition was established by the Ashe County Arts Council to showcase outstanding origi­ nal visual art in the High Country Region. Artists residing in Ashe, Alleghany, Watauga, Wilkes, Grayson and Johnson Coun­ ties are eligible to submit original work that has been executed within the last three years. Paintings, draw­ ings, hand pulled prints and mixed media works will be accepted. There is a non-refunded entry fee and delivery dates are August 25, 27 or 28 at the Ashe Arts Center. The artwork will be judged on qualities of concept, execu­ tion of ideas and subject and uniqueness of expression. A prospectus for the show is available from the Ashe County Arts Council. Juror for the Best of the Blue Ridge is Kate Worm is employed by the Hickory Museum of Art in Hickory, North Carolina as the High School/Adult Educator. She is a frequent guest instruc­ tor and consultant with Appalachian State Univer­ sity, Caldwell Community College, the Charlotte Art League and the Western Carolina Center. She re­ ceived a Bachelor of Arts degree from Michigan State and her Master of Arts de­ gree from Columbia Teach­ ers College in New York City. Ms.Worm serves on the Exhibitions Committee for the Caldwell Arts Council in Lenoir and serves on the Acquisitions Committee for the Hickory Museum of Art. Her artwork can be seen at the Carlton Art Gallery in Banner Elk and Gallery Mi­ nerva in Asheville. Recent exhibitions include solo and small group shows in Hick­ ory, Raleigh, Chapel Hill and Greenville. Ms. Worm's work include oil paintings, watercolor and gouache fig­ ures. Her watercolor nudes were featured in the sum­ mer 2006 issue of Watercolor magazine. The awards will be given for Best in Show, first, second and third place. Cheap Joe's Art Stuff, corporate spon­ sor of the exhibit will pro­ vide gift certificates for each award starting with $500 for Best in Show, $250 for first, $150 for second and $100 for third. Joe Miller owner of Cheap Joe's Art Stuff has been a strong and consistent supporter of artists across the region providing quality art supplies, art classes and a forum for showcasing art­ ists and their work. The exhibit opens August 30 and continues through October 13. The public is invited to the opening re­ ception for the artists and awards ceremony on August 30 from 5 to 7 p.m. To receive a prospectus in the mail please call 336-846ARTS or log onto www.ashecountyarts.org to download information. For more in­ formation, contact the Ashe County Arts Council at 336846-ARTS. out carefully for credit card debt. Credit cards can help you establish a credit history, but careless charging can put you in a hole that can take years to dig out of. By the end of freshman year, the average college stu­ dent owes $1,533 in credit card bills, according to stu­ dent loan company Nellie Mae. By graduation, that average debt doubles. While half of freshman report hav­ ing a credit card, nearly all seniors do. To steer clear of these po­ tential pitfalls, take a crash course in credit and identity theft: •Check your credit report regularly. It should include every credit card, bank ac­ count and loan you've ever had. If you see something that isn't yours, you may be the victim of identity theft— meaning that someone pre­ tending to be you has bought a car or taken out a credit card in your name. You can get a free credit report per year from eaOh of the three credit reporting bureaus on- Attorney Cooper Post file photo General Roy line at www.annualcreditreport.com. •Be careful with credit cards. If you choose to get a credit card, get just one, and choose the one with the best interest rate and lowest fees, not the coolest free gift. Be­ ware of cards with low teaser interest rates that rise sharp­ ly in a few months. Whatever card you get, pay it in full and on time every month. •Don't respond to tele­ phone calls or emails from Regional grants offered to artists The Regional Artist Proj­ ect of Northwest North Caro­ lina is a partnership between the Arts Councils of Allegha­ ny, Ashe, Watauga and Wil­ kes Counties and the North Carolina Arts Council. Its goal is to provide support to a broad range of visual, per­ forming, literary, and inter­ disciplinary artists that will have a significant impact on the advancement of their ca­ reers. Regional Artist Project grants are available for the 2007-2008 year. Artists that are at least 18 years of age, not enrolled in a college or university and residing in one of those four counties for a least one year prior to mak­ ing application are eligible. Eligible candidates may be either emerging or estab­ lished artists and the grant funds maybe used to pur­ sue projects that will further their artistic development. Grants generally range from $200 to $1,000 and may be used by the artists for a va­ riety of purposes, including the cost of presenting work for exhibits and/or auditions, training or tuition, travel, promotional materials, work facilities, equipment or the production of new work. Ap­ plications are reviewed by judges and a selection review panel from all four counties. A workshop will be offered this year for applicants to help them be more competi­ tive with their applications and to walk them through the application and grant pro­ cess. There are two workshop opportunities on August 27 at 5:30 at Ashe Arts Center in West Jefferson and August 29 at 6:00 at the Jones House in Boone. Call the Ashe County Arts Council 336-846-ARTS for more information. Grants are partially fund­ ed by the North Carolina Arts Council in partnership with the local agencies. In­ formation and applications are available from the local arts councils in Alleghany (336-372-2578), Ashe (336846-ARTS), Watauga (828264-1789) and Wilkes (336838-1076). Applications are also available online at www. ashecountyarts.org. Applications and appro­ priate documentation mate­ rial must be mailed or hand delivered to the Ashe County Arts Council in West Jeffer­ son by Friday, September 7, 2007. For an application or for more information please call your local Arts Council or the Ashe County Arts Coun­ cil at 336-846-ARTS. anyone who claims to be with a bank or credit card compa­ ny and asks for your personal information. Instead, contact the bank or company directly to avoid falling victim to a scam. •Keep your social secu­ rity card in a safe place, not in your wallet, purse or back­ pack. Give out your Social Se­ curity number only when ab­ solutely necessary, and ask to use other types of identifiers when possible. •Don't share your stu­ dent ID and PIN numbers or passwords. Memorize your passwords and PINs instead of keeping them by your com­ puter or in your wallet. Also, don't print your driver's li­ cense numbers on your per­ sonal checks. •Invest in a shredder to destroy old bank statements and any documents that in­ clude your identifying infor­ mation so that it doesn't fall into the wrong hands when you throw it away. If you re­ ceive credit card offers, don't just dump them in that trash can by the dorm mail boxes; shred them instead. •Stop the flood of credit card offers from clogging your mail box by calling 1-88850PT-OUT to get off the preapproved credit card mailing list. •When you move at the end of the school year, for­ ward your mail. If you receive mail addressed to a former resident, return it to the post­ al service or take it to your dorm's front desk or Resident Assistant. •Use spyware, anti-virus, and firewall software on your computer and update them regularly. For more information on protecting your personal in­ formation and help if you've become a victim of identity theft, visit noscamnc.gov. Attorney General Roy Cooper and his staff want to help North Carolina consum­ ers of all ages make smart choices. We are here to be of service when you need us, but through consumer education efforts like these columns we hope to help consumers avoid problems from the start. 12 months NO Finance Charge Recliner Regular Price $890 Sale Price $719 $50 couponi Etfftie^BauepSofa $1290 $100 coupon $1190 Eddie Bauer Love Seat $75 coupon $1115 160 Northwest School Road • Warrensville, NC • 336-384-2929, Mon-Fri 9AM - 5PM ~ Sat 9AM - 3PM �inion u IC PAGE 4A "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter. Editorial Who enslaves the Chinese? The 41-page report is unspeakably grim. China Labor Watch's hard look at the Republic of China's toy factories makes for hard reading (download a copy at www.chinalaborwatch.org). The facts are there, first-hand, and they are ugly. The workers who turn out 80 percent of the toys made in the U.S. mar­ ket earn less than $92 a month—much less after the company extracts "fines" and other levies. They work forced over­ time, with no overtime pay. They suffer verbal and phys­ ical abuse as well as sexual harrassment. If they are injured on the job, they have no medical benefits and are usually just fired and left to their own means. They work 10 to 14 hours a day, seven days a week, with no vacations or days off—in some plants, even for weddings and funerals. They work with the lead that fills these toys that line our store shelves, but there are no ventilation systems or masks. Most live in dorms on the factory grounds, where 100 or more people share one bathroom. The living conditions are deplorable— but the only options are to pay exorbinant rent for an apartment, or not take the job. All this happens in vio- ^ 200? —Thomas Jeffei son, Remembering John Belk lation of international and even Chinese labor laws— but officialdom looks the other way because this multi-billion trade is so important to the economy of China. ' So who enslaves the Chinese? We will tell you: we all do. Every American who buys a toy made in China contributes to the enslavement of these people. The little pieces of plastic or cloth that will brighten our children's eyes on the morning of December 25 will mean a Chinese father or mother slaving away in a virtual sweatshop. The ones really to blame are the shareholders of companies like Hasbro and Mattel. Their mindless quest for another nickel on the price of their stock— which forces the companies to seek ever-lower produc­ tion costs—enslaves the Chinese. And then there are the big box retailers, who demand ever lower prices in their contracts. Some call us a "Christian" nation. There is nothing "Christian" about trading other, innocent people's freedom and lives for cheap products. There is an urgent need for Americans to start taking responsiblity for the use of all the riches with which we have been blessed. A good place to start is with the toys our children enjoy. "A little awkward, but amazingly effective." This is what I thought about the late John Belk the first time I went head to head against him. In 1961, he was playing on the alumni team in a pre-season basketball game against the Davidson College varsity coached by Lefty Driesell. Coach Driesell assigned me to guard the most important, if not the best, player on the alumni team - Belk. Driesell was working hard to line up Belk behind his dream of bringing "big-time" basketball to the school. Belk was a good prospect. He had been the co-captain of the basketball team when he was a student at Davidson. He was already an unabashed booster of everything that was "good for Charlotte." A few years later Driesell's Davidson teams became na­ tional powerhouses. But, at the time of this alumni game, it was just Coach's dream. Looking back, I think Coach wanted two things. As always, he wanted to win. But he also wanted John Belk and the other alumni players to feel good about the experi­ ence when it was all over. As far as I was concerned, before the game got start­ ed, Belk was just a nice old man (He was just past 40.) who would make a perfunc­ tory appearance and then sit down to watch the rest of the game. Watching his less-thansmooth warm ups, I guessed that he had not spent much time on the basketball court since he left Davidson. But when the game got started, Belk showed he was bull-headed and determined to take the ball to tKe basket, even if he had to run over me to do it. I responded wifh the most aggressive defense I could muster, arms waving, shouting, and stomping. Coach c a l l e d t i m e out and called me over to the side. " H e y , D . G . , ease up a little bit on John Belk. I don't want you to kill him." It was the only time I ever heard Coach ask anybody to ease up. A few months later, while visiting the family of a young woman I was trying to court, I learned that her parents were good friends of John Belk. So, of course, I told them how Coach made me "ease up" on him. Big mistake, because they were bound to tell the story to Belk, and he would not like knowing that Coach had giv­ en him special treatment. When I saw Belk again, I \\S>, to reintroduce my­ self) He*, quickly turned to­ wards me, saying, "So Lefty told you to ease up on me, huh. I should have known." But he did not hold it against me or Coach. We were never together that he didn't bring up the story, and he laughed harder and harder each time. Nor did he ever fail to tell me how lucky I was to have such fine parents. On one occasion, during a long conversation about other matters, he said that both of us were fortunate to have had good parents. Then, he said, "Of course, you don't al­ ways have to agree with them about everything." His father, William Henry Belk, the founder of the Belk store chain, had been a trust­ ee of Davidson while John Belk was a student leader there. As a trustee, the father was resisting the pressures from the students, led by John Belk, to open the campus for formal dances. "We just disagreed about that one thing. And that was that. He didn't get mad with me about it. We both wanted good things for the school." Coach Driesell's partner­ ship with Belk paid big divi­ dends even after Driesell left. Davidson's basketball team now plays on the John Belk Arena, made possible by Belk's generosity. Maybe Coach Driesell ought to get some credit, too, for helping seal Belk's con­ nection with the college. Sev­ eral years ago, Belk became Davidson's most generous individual donor ever by es­ tablishing a "Morehead type scholarship program that pays full expenses for 10 stu­ dents in each class. While others are remem­ bering and celebrating his "amazingly effective" service in business and civic life, I will be thinking that "easing up on John Belk" might have been the most important tiling I ever did on the bas­ ketball court. D.G. Martin is the host of UNC-TVs North Carolina Bookwatch, which airs Fri­ days at 9:30 p.m. and Sun­ days at 5 p.m. www.unctu. org / ncbookwatch /. Check his blog and view prior programs at www.unctv.org I ncbook­ watch / This week's (August 24, •26) guest is Dan Heath, au­ thor of "Made to Stick," a book that explains why some ideas "stick" and explains sure-fire methods for making ideas stickier. How 'elastic' are lottery ticket sales? TV. ARCHITECT" rost Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Production Manager Graphic Artist/Webmaster Sports/General News Reporter Business Manager Receptionist Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Linda Burchette Coy Powers Wendy Cole Michael C.raybeal Sandra Osborne Kelly Blevins Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson I imes Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. North Carolina officials are making our two-year-old lot­ tery more attractive to play. As part of the just-conclud­ ed state budget, the lottery rules were changed to per­ mit higher prize payouts. The hope is that better winnings will increase ticket sales and increase profits (net proceeds) to the state. But wait a minute. Isn't this faulty thinking? If the state pays out more in lot­ tery prizes, won't the amount it keeps decline rather than increase? Won't higher prizes be bad for state coffers, even though they're good for lot­ tery players? This is a question that's common to more than state lotteries. In fact, it's one of the most fundamental questions in economics; indeed, a ques­ tion that businesses ask all the time. Can decreasing the price of a product or service actually increase profits for the business? Or, as common sense would suggest, could profits only be expanded if the price goes up? The answer - fortunately or unfortunately - is "it de­ pends!" If a grocery lowers the price of bread by 20 per­ cent a loaf, and sells twice as many loaves, even though the grocery will make less profit per loaf, it will make more to­ tal profits. But if, when bread prices are cut 20 percent, only 5 percent more loaves are sold, not only that, when a state lottery that are price elastic, mean­ will the is relatively new, playing it ing lowering the tax results grocery is price-elastic. This means in a large increase in the eco­ make less increasing the prizes or im­ nomic activity being taxed, profit per proving the odds of winning will generate more revenues loaf, but - which effectively lowers the at lower rates. But taxes that the total price of playing - result in are price inelastic will result p r o f i t s enough new ticket sales to in less tax revenues when the from sell­ increase the lottery's net rev­ tax rate is cut. Of course, as an economist, ing bread enues (after prizes and other will also costs) to the state. So North I'm convinced that economics Carolina's decision to permit and economic concepts have drop. Mike Walden If you higher prize payouts was a wide applicability to many h a n g logical way to bump up lot­ private and public decisions. Maybe this explanation of around economists like me, tery revenues. However, there is a "but" to the thinking behind changing you'll find we have a name for North Carolina's lottery rules this concept: "price elastic­ this story. The evidence also suggests will help you decide I'm not ity." It's really a simple idea. Think of elasticity as meaning that as lotteries age, they can too far off base. "stretch," in the sense of how change from being price-elas­ Dr. Mike Walden is a Wil­ much purchases will stretch tic games to price-inelastic liam Neal Reynolds Professor when the price changes. Prod­ games. This is probably the ucts or services where pur­ result of people becoming ac­ and North Carolina Coopera­ chases stretch a lot when the customed to the lottery, of the tive Extension economist in price changes are called "price lottery no longer being new, the Department of Agricultur­ elastic." Products or services different or exciting. This also al and Resource Economics of where purchases stretch very means increasing the prizes N.C. State University's College little when the price changes or odds of winning won't nec­ of Agriculture and Life Sci­ essarily work to augment ences. He teaches and writes are called "price inelastic." Gasoline is a good example lottery profits to the state. on personal finance, economic of a price-inelastic product. In fact, it would do just the outlook and public policy. Because most of us are locked opposite: profits to the state in to our driving patterns, the would drop. The importance of the mileage we drive (and hence, the gallons of gas we buy) will price elasticity concept to the change relatively little when lottery actually has applica­ gas prices jump. Alternative­ tion to all sources of public The editorial page of the ly, hog dogs are more likely to revenues. Jefferson Post is available, Take the controversy over be a price-elastic product, be­ free of charge, for readers cause when their price rises, tax rates, and whether low­ to express their views. All many people will switch their ering a tax rate can actually it takes is a letter to the increase tax revenue. The purchases to hamburgers. editor. The subject of the Now let's get back to the answer depends on the price letters should be a matter lottery. Evidence indicates elasticity of the tax. Taxes Express your views Contact your representatives Senate Washington Sen. Elizabeth Dole 555 Dirksen Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 (202) 224-6342 Sen. Richard Burr 217 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, DC, NC 20510 Phone: (202) 224-3154 House of Representatives Rep. Virginia Foxx 430 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 Phone:202-225-2071 Senate Raleigh Sen. Steve Goss 1118 Legislative Building, 16 W. Jones St. Raleigh, NC 27601-2808 Phone: (919)733-5742 House of Representatives Rep. Cullie Tarleton 2221 Legislative Building, 16 W. Jones St. Raleigh, NC 27601-1096 919-733-7727 of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@ jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, AUGUST 24, 2007 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Water conservation important as drought worsens As the drought continues in Ashe County and the High Country, here are some ways you can help conserve water. Conservation is essential to protecting water supplies. Conservation tips: •Flush toilets less often. They are the largest home water users, as much as 40%. •Take short showers and do not overfill tubs. Showers use 5-10 gallons per minute. •Place a bucket in the shower to collect water for plants. •Don't let water run while shaving, brushing teeth, or hand-washing clothes and dishes. •Wash clothes and dishes in fully loaded machines only. •Repair leaky faucets both indoors and outside and turn them off fully. •Use a garbage disposal sparingly by accumulating waste and then grinding it all at once, flushing with cold water. Alternative: save for composting. •Install home water-sav­ ing devices, such as faucet heads and aerators, toilet dams, and pressure-regulator valves. •Water gardens only when needed and between 7:00 and 10:00 a.m. Use an automatic timer and replace leaking sprinklers. (Don't water grass. Brown grass is only dormant, not dead.) •Mulch flower and veg­ etable gardens, shrubs, and trees to hold more soil mois­ ture and control weeds. •Keep a container of drink­ ing water in the refrigerator instead of running water in the sink until cold. •Wash cars only when nec­ essary and only at a commer­ cial car wash with recirculat­ ing facilities. What is a drought? A drought is a water sup­ ply shortage for a certain use. A drought situation occurs when water supplies are less than demand.The greater the demand placed on an area's water supply, the more seri­ ous the drought. There are several types of drought. A meteorological drought is defined as a devia­ tion from normal precipita­ tion conditions over a period of time for a specific region. An agricultural drought oc­ curs after a meteorological drought and is the lack of ad­ equate soil moisture needed for a certain crop to grow and thrive during a particular time. A hydrological drought occurs when precipitation has been reduced for an extended period of time, and water sup­ plies found in streams, lakes, rivers, and reservoirs are deficient. A socioeconomic drought is a condition I when the physical water J supplies are so low that they negatively affect the community where 03 the drought is occur- What causes a drought? Jl A drought J| situation occurs when water sup­ plies are less than the de­ mands. The im greater the demand on an area's water sup­ ply, the more se­ rious the drought. B en aware of how much water you use! Awareness is the first step in conservation. The average citizen uses almost 100 gallons of water per person per day on the following activities: •Toilet •Bathing & hygiene •Laundry •Kitchen •Housekeeping Burley Field Day August 30 y Burley Field Day will be held on Thursday, Aug. 30 at Mountain Research Station in Waynesville. Dr. Tom Melton, assistant di­ rector and state program leader for agriculture, NC Cooperative Extension Service, will be presid­ ing over the program. 2:30 p.m.: Registration 3 p.m.:Welcome from Dr. Richard Reich, Assistant Commissioner, NCDA, Bill Teague, Superinten­ dent, Mountain Research Station 3:30 p.m.: Tour begins Stop 1 (Main Station) Grant continued from front page guidance of its key partners: Ashe Memorial Hospital, the Appalachian District Health Department, the Ashe Coun­ ty Center of the North Caro­ lina Cooperative Extension, Ashe Services for Aging, the Ashe County Partnership for Children, New River Be­ havioral Health Care, Ashe J cJ •Outdoor Activities How to Save Water in the Bathroom •When constructing a new home or remodeling your bathroom, install m low consumption (1.6 gal/flush) toilets. • Place a weighted plastic one-half gallon jug or a toilet dam 1§|l in the tanks of conventional toilets to dis­ place and save water with each flush. • I n | stall lowI flow aer­ ators and showerheads, it?-" They are WiPF M inexpen­ sive, easy to install, and save wa­ ter and energy. •Do not let the faucet flow while brushing your teeth or shaving. Use a glass of water for rinsing teeth. •Take showers instead of tub baths. Consider bathing small children together. •If your shower has a sin­ gle-handle control or shut off Tryon How to Save Water in the Kitchen and Laundry Room •Refrigerate a pitcher of drinking water instead of letting a faucet flow until the water is cold enough to drink. •Use a dishpan or plug the sink for washing and rinsing dishes. Install a low-flow aer­ ator on all faucets. •Do not pre-rinse dishes prior to loading in a dish­ washer. Prferinsing is an un­ necessary and wasteful use of water. •Operate the washing ma­ chine and dishwasher only when they are fully loaded. •Use the proper water lev­ el or load size selection on the washing machine. •When purchasing a wash­ ing machine or dishwasher, consider water consumption as well as energy efficiency. Most manufacturers now pro­ vide this information to con­ sumers. How to Save Water Outside the Home Watering of lawns and gardens can double normal household water use during the hot, dry summer months. At standard household water pressures, a garden hose will discharge up to 10 gallons of water per minute. To ap­ ply an inch of water to 1,000 square feet of lawn or garden requires close to 1,000 gallons of water. Watering should be limited to gardens, and newly planted lawns and landscaped areas. Established lawns and land­ scape plantings will usually survive without watering. Inadequate watering encour­ ages shallow root growth and increases the risk of mortal­ ity. When water is scarce, your community or individ­ ual water supply should be reserved for your most essen­ tial needs. •Equip your hose with an automatic shut-off nozzle. •Use a broom, not a hose, to clean driveways, steps and sidewalks. •Water your garden dur­ ing the coolest part of the day. Do not water on windy days. •Use mulch around shrubs and garden plants to reduce evaporation from the soil sur­ face and cut down on weed growth. Information courtesy of Ashe County Office of Emer­ gency Management. THE OBSERVATION DECK continued frt from front page Planting Date and Harvest Date Black Shank Fungicide Trial, Dr. the Special Missions Branch. Recruiting Region. In June 2006, he assumed Study, Dr. Loren Fisher, Exten­ Kelly Ivors, Assistant Professor In 1993, he assumed com­ sion Specialist Crop Science; Va­ of Plant Pathology. Stop 3 (Main mand of Second Battalion, his current position as the (o ducation is for 8th Marines. He was then commanding general of Ma­ riety Testing, Dr. David Smith, Station) assigned to the Pentagon as rine Corps Recruiting Com­ improving the lives of Head, Crop Science; Weed Con­ Demonstration of Burley Strip­ trol, Robbie Parker, Extension ping Machine, Dr. Newton Kalen- deputy executive assistant to mand, Quantico, Virginia. others and for leaving Associate Crop Science Tryon's personal decora­ gamaliro, manager of Agricultur­ the vice chairman of the Joint your community Stop 2 (Lake Junaluska) al Programs with Philip Morris, Chiefs of Staff until 1997. tions include: Defense Su­ and world Burley Fertilization, Dr. Greg USA He attended the Johns Hop­ perior Service Medal with Hoyt, Professor of Soil Science; 6:45 Dinner (Camp New Life) better than kins University School of Ad­ oak leaf cluster; the Legion Effect of Nitrogen Rate and Va­ All events are free and open to vanced International Studies of Merit with gold star; the you found it. riety on Blue Mold Severity, Dr. the public. For information, call and received a Master of Arts Defense Meritorious Service Greg Hoyt, Professor of Soil Sci­ the Cooperative Extension Ser­ degree in international public Medal; the Meritorious Ser­ ence and Dr. Kelly Ivors, Assis­ vice in Jefferson at 219-2650 or policy in 1998. vice Medal with gold star; tant Professor of Plant Pathology; David Smith at 919-515-2647. Tryon served as command­ the Navy and Marine Corps ing officer, 24th MEU (SOC) Commendation Medal; and from 1998 to 2000 and as com­ the Navy and Marine Corps manding officer, Marine Bar­ Achievement Medal. Tryon and his wife Diane racks, Washington, D.C., from County DSS and Ashe Coun­ ed in 1947 by the will of Mrs. 2000 until 2002. From 2002 have four children: Kristen, MARIAN WRIGHT EDELMAN ty Schools. Kautz serves as William N. Reynolds of Win­ until 2004, he served as ex­ Kathryn, Jay, and Kelly, and ecutive officer to the Supreme four grandchildren: Matthew, © 2007 by King Features Syndicate, Inc. the chairperson and coordi­ ston-Salem. Three-fourths of World rights reserved. nator for the task force with the trust's grants are desig­ Allied Commander, Europe/ Nicholas, Mary Kate, and operational funding support­ nated for use for health-re­ Commander, U.S. European Garrett. ed by Ashe Memorial Hospi­ lated programs and services Command. Now in Digital Sound In 2004, he was assigned tal through the Community across North Carolina and as commanding general of Outreach Department. one-fourth for the poor and The Kate B. Reynolds needy of Winston-Salem and Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island and the Eastern Charitable Trust was creat­ Forsyth County. Tribute SHOWTIME! continued from front page troop, please list that person on your name tag along with your name. The BETA Club has spent all week assisting with preparing the almost 400 biographical forms that were submitted. These forms will be posted on the Wall of Honor that was built by Wal­ ter Pugh's carpentry class with materials donated by Parker Tie. Sylvia and Car­ roll Jordon and Jay Greer prepared the backgrounds for the Wall. Ashe County High School Brass Ensemble will open the ceremony at 1 p.m. at Family Central with patriotic music, followed by a moment of silence for those who have lost loved ones, including the family of veteran Preston Lyle and Ray and Rhonda Russell, whose son-in-law US Army Lt. John Edds was killed by an IED in Iraq last Friday. Live communications with the US Army in Iraq, the US Air Force in Kyrgyzstan, the US Navy in Afghanistan and the NC National Guard in Iraq have been made pos­ sible in part by in-kind con­ tributions from SkyLine, Blue Ridge Electric and B&G Electric. Technical problems with satellite equipment forced the cancellation of the US Marines in Okinawa. Speakers include Major General Richard Tryon, who received a promotion from Brigadier General to Ma­ jor General of US Marine Corps Recruiting Command in Quantico, VA on Tuesday. Maj. General Tryon will host a special ceremony for the World War II soldiers during lunch, which will be recorded and broadcast at Family Cen­ tral Saturday afternoon. Also speaking will be Col. James Cohn of the NC National Guard from Raleigh. Later in the day, A1 Stone in his role as General Robert E. Lee with the Washington Rifles will speak on Ashe County Civil War history, followed by valve, turn off the flow while soaping or shampooing. •Leaking diverter valves (valves which divert water from the tub spout to the showerhead) should be re­ placed. a Civil War style show for the ladies. Word has just been received that Lt. General Thomas F. Metz will not be able to attend, expressing his deep regret at the last-min­ ute cancellation. VFW State Commander John Shelander will also be present. After recognizing their veterans and troops with special services and by spon­ soring their own veterans and troops, many churches will be hosting booths with displays of patriotic sup­ port and activities including booths for kids to make cards to send to the troops over­ seas. Becky Goss and Esther Osborne will coordinate the activities for kids down on the football field, with inflatables donated by Air Haven Limo and pinatas by J&B Trout Lake. Jerry Smith's stage and sound equipment has been donated for all mu­ sicians and singers to share their talents in a show of support for our veterans and military. Accommodations for the Green Beret Parachute Team, the camera and tech­ nical professionals and mili­ tary guests have been donat­ ed by Bill Ashley, Dr. Dean C. Jones Jr. and Jim Weaver. Due to the enormous ex­ penses associated with the satellite communications, commemorative T-shirts cre­ ated by Blue Horse Promo­ tions will be sold for $10 each. Phantom F4 cockpit owner Ben Gimert has graciously volunteered to donate 20% of the proceeds from photo­ graphs to the event. Later in the afternoon, American Leg­ acy Realty will serve a BBQ brisket meal as a fundraiser for $5 a plate. Charles Wine has donated a hand-made violin to be raffled with tick­ ets available starting Satur­ day. The drawing will be held on Veteran's Day. Tickets, posters, layout and typeset­ ting of the special newspa­ per, and many hours of labor were generously donated by Sandy Shatley and her staff at Carolina Printing. The US Army will have a drawing for an Apple iPod (must be pres­ ent to win). The Piece Makers Quilt­ ing Guild will present quilts to all veterans who are in Ashe County nursing homes. These quilts will be on dis­ play in the band hall with the entries from the Juried Patriotic Art Exhibition that has been on display in local banks this week. Winners of the juried art exhibition and the People's Choice Award will be presented late in the afternoon. Susan Roark and Steve Wright will be on hand to cap­ ture the day in photographs, while the production team will capture the day on film. Brian Lambeth is webcast­ ing the live feed which can be viewed by anyone in the world by going to www.AsheCountyArmedForces.org and on the DVIDS website, which is the digital video and imag­ ery distribution system that is hosting the satellite and coordinating the troops for the event. Their website is www.dvidshub.net. The day of recognition and appreciation will end with fireworks sponsored by the Ashe County Commission­ ers, with Barry Woody, the Jefferson Fire Department and Ashe County Park staff coordinating the display. I would like to express my admiration and appreciation to the area veterans, troops, families, friends and support­ ers who have participated in so many different ways and have contributed many hours of work and efforts to raise money to fund the event. Businesses and individu­ als who want to participate in this Armed Forces Tribute are encouraged to continue their show of support with financial contributions. The goal of the Armed Forces Tribute is to recognize, re­ spect and honor veterans and active service members from all branches of the mili­ tary for their great sacrifices. By giving their loyalty, time, effort and lives to our coun­ try, these men and women exemplify the Rotary motto "Service Above Self." Donations should be sent to Jeffersons Rotary Club Foundation, P.O. Box 1045, Jefferson, NC 28640. Collec­ tion jars will also be set up at the armory and Family Central. Sun-Thurs 7PM Only Fri Theatre One The Nanny SI GIG 51E1G Tjgjjgg GJG1G1' trar; Diaries PG-13 Theatre Two •IB1S1E 1G1G1G1E IGIGIU'I I \oiv Pronounce You Chuck and Larry PG-13 G1G1G1G1G ovie schedule for August 10 - August 16,2007- MG1G1E nGlGIElGIG 1E1G1E1E1E1G E1G1G1C Ashe County Little Theatre presents GREATER TUNA Two actors play eleven real Texas "characters" rf-i Starring Tom Fowler and Robbie Franklin 1-800-849-6127 or 800-893-6246 TTY FOR SERVICES OR EMERGENCIES 24 HOURS A DAY, 7 Produced by Jane Lonon Aug. 24, 25, 26, 31 and Sept. 1, 2, 2007 Fridays & Saturdays 7:30 pm; Sundays 2:00 pm DAYS A WEEK ASHE CIVIC CENTER For mental health, developmental disabilities and substance abuse services Meeting community needs...one person at a time. Costumes by Cheryl Roberts VISA Adults: $10 Students: 55 Reserved Seat Tickets Available at the Ashe Arts Center Call (336) 846-ARTS �PAGE 6A FRIDAY, AUGUST 24, 2007 JEFFERSON POST RELIGION Aid workers rush in to help hurricane victims KINGSTON, Jamaica (BP)—Baptists in Jamaica still were accessing the dam­ age from Hurricane Dean Monday, less than a day after it battered the southern coast with wind gusts reaching 138 mph. Dean passed through Kingston and other coastal cities late in the afternoon and early evening Sunday, and residents woke up Mon­ day morning to see trees top­ pled, roofs smashed and roads blocked. But, amazingly, no deaths had been reported as of early Monday afternoon, ac­ cording to Reuters, although one man was missing. Dean passed Jamaica with sus­ tained winds of at least 111 mph as a Category 4 storm, the Weather Channel report­ ed, and could strengthen to Category 5 status—the high­ est level—before it reaches Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula. Southern Baptists have a missionary in Kingston, but she was okay as of late Sun­ day evening, after the worst part of the hurricane had passed, the International Mis­ sion Board's Frank Drinkard reported. "I called her on her cell phone last night after it had pretty much gone through. So, she did have cell phone contact," said Drinkard, ad­ ministrative associate with the IMB's Middle America and Caribbean region."... We do have a concern, obviously, about our missionaries in the Yucatan Peninsula, where it seems to be headed next. They have been gearing up for this, because they've had to deal with some others in past years." The latest projection by the National Hurricane Center has Dean striking the Yucat­ an late Monday evening and early Tuesday morning, then possibly strengthening in the Gulf of Mexico before hit­ ting Mexico again, sometime Wednesday. That projection has Dean avoiding the south­ ern U.S. altogether. Southern Baptists have missionaries in Merida, which is located on the northwestern portion of the Yucatan. The Jamaica Baptist Union, encompassing 300 churches and 40,000 members, also was accessing the damage as of Monday afternoon, its general secretary, Karl B. Johnson, said. The union's phones were down, although Johnson was able to send Baptist Press an e-mail from his BlackBerry. Johnson said there were no reports of loss of life, but add­ ed, "There has been massive damage/loss though to pos­ sessions/properties of several members (including pastors). We have also received word that a number of churches have suffered extensive dam­ age." BIBLE TRIVIA by Wilson Casey 1. Is the book of Nehemiah in the Old or New Testament or neither? 2. From Luke 1:56, how many months did Mary stay with Elizabeth? Zero, 1, 3, 5 3. What's a small room or closet in a church? Zapa, Zeta, Zander, Zari 4. In Exodus 14, what hid the departing Israelites? Cloud, Cave, Mountain, Locusts 5. From Psalms 27:1, "The Lord is my light and my ... ? Rock, Glory, Salvation, Anointed 6. After David, who wrote the most Psalms? Solomon, Paul, Job, Asaph Jamaica Baptist Union of­ ficials won't have a "full pic­ ture," he wrote, "until later BACK jsT TO THE Being a Light For Jesus As children of God we arc suppose to be a light unto the world. We can not hide our light lrom the wot Id. There are many that are in the world and are in darkness. These people need someone to shine a light so that they can see Jesus. Just think if there were no lighthouse, sailors would have no idea where to go during a storm. 1 heie are many that are sailing on the sea of life and are sailing aimlessly towards destruction. We must shine forth our light so that they can see. When we think about being a light Jesus is the person we should think of. John 12:46. "I am come a light into the world, that whosoever believeth on me should not abide in darkness.' Jesus came forth into the world to bring light. Jesus being a light has given us a way in which we should follow Him and only Him. John 14:6, "Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, except through me." We must let our light shine. There are many ways we can let our light shine. We must live different than those who are in the world. We can not imitate them. 1 John 2:15-16, " Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world." Children ol God can not al­ low themselves to get caught up with the pleasures and cares of this world. Letting our light shine means we must be different than the world. We can not follow the crowd. When we think about those who are going with the How they are walking the broad way, which is in darkness. Matthew 7:13-14, "Enter ye in at the strait gate: for wide is the gate, and broad is the way, that leadeth to destruction, and many there be which go in there at: Because straight is the gate, and narrow is the way, which leadeth unto life, and few there be that find it." I he strait and narrow path is the one we should be following. When we arc traveling the road less traveled, we are walking in the light. 1 John 1:7, "But if we walk in the light, as he is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ his Son cleanseth us from all sin." We must allow our light to shine constantly for God. Being a light for Jesus means we are to introduce Christ to every lost soul. We must share the gospel with those who are in the world. The gospel is for all and we can not keep it to ourselves. Mark 16:15, "And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature." The gospel can change lives so it is up to us to spread it. When we do not spread the gospel it seems we are ashamed of it. Romans 1:16, "For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth; to the Jew first, and also the Greek." Our light must shine by teaching people about Jesus. We must tell people that there is only one person who can save and that is Jesus. Acts 4:12, "Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is no other name under heaven given among men, whereby we must be saved." Jesus is the only one who can save us. To be a faithful Christian we must let our light shine so that others can see our good works. People need to sec Jesus in us. We must live a life that reflects Jesus and His word. Glorify God by letting your light shine. Pastor George Norris 246-2979 City: Address: "i Zip:. State: Assembly of God Church Bald Mtn. Baptist Church 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman Corner of Faw-Rotund di McNeil Sis • Jefferson (88 West - Left on McNeil. One Block) Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship -10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00p.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. 1460 Bald Mtn. Rd„ West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service -11:00am Sunday F.vening Worship - 7:00pm Weanest&y Evening - 7:00pm Bald1110untainchurch.org Email: Baldmountain@skybest.com Baldwin Community Church Pastor: Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 1549 Hwy 194 South • Todd (I mi. offHwy 221) SUNDAY - Sunday School 111:00AM Worship It:00AMand 6:00PM MONDAY- Community Care 6:00PM (Prayer A Outreach) WEDNESDAY- Family Night 7:00PM (All ages) (Missions Ministiy, Van Ministry, Then Time) Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2042 "A Church focused - on faith, family & the future" Bethany United Methodist Church Blue Ridge Worship Center Church of Christ at West Jefferson Cornerstone Fellowship 336-877-2801 Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 221 Burnett St., (Of/ Buck Mtn. Road) Barnett St. • West Jefferson 495 Highway 194 South Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs Doug Frazier, Minister Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday School -10:00 am Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Worship Service - Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. 11:00 am & 6:00 pm "AndHe led(hem as-far as to Bethany... and He blessed them" Luke24:50 "Join its in worship to Christ' Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 Sunday Morning Worship Sunday Evening Worship Services en Espanol 8:30AM and 11 :00AM 6:00PM Sabados a las - 6:00PM Family Time - 9:30AM Wednesday Bible Study Clases deESL Sunday School - 10:00AM 6:45PM Scrvicios a las - 7:00PM Nursery providedfor all services Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarenc Come as mu are, you will be loved" Sundo)' School 10:00 a.m Worship & Praise 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m. Phone: (_ _Mail_Repuest to: WJ.Church of ChristyPQ Box 1_17, West Jefferson,_NC 28694- 220Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson, NC Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Q] Yes, I am interested in an in-home Bible study Name: (c) 2007 King Features Synd., Inc. Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA k BIBLE (West Jefferson Church of Christ) [J Yes, I am interested in a correspondence course by mail ANSWERS: 1) Old; 2) 3; 3) Zeta; 4) Cloud; 5) Salvation; 6) Asaph Wilson Casey's "2008 Bible Trivia Calendar" (SourceBooks, $11.99) has just been pub­ lished. in Kingston and was be last year, "held up very we Johnson said. this week or even early next week." The Baptist union's building, which houses offices Sun. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship 11:0) a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday 7:00p.m. Bible Studv 846-5615 Church OJftce or 846-5616 Preacher's Residence Friendship Baptist Church 891 Friendship Baptist Church Rdjefferson, NC Rev. David Grinnell • 982-2080 Sumlay School- 9:00am Sunday Worship Senices - 10:00 a m Sunday Evening Services - 6:00p.m. Wednesday Evening Service -7:00 p.in We invite you la join us for a Clod centered, family worshipping experience. Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church Billy Robinson - Pastor Adult Sunday School - 9:30 AM Childrens Sunday School -10:00 AM Worship • 11:00AM 846-3954 Non-Denominational Casual & Contemporary Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m Healing Springs Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh 9178 Old Hwy 16 • Crumpler. NC Sunday School - 10:00A.M. Sunday Morning Worship Service- I1:00A.M Sunday Evening Worship Service - 7:OOP. M. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00P.M. Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience. St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church North Beaver Baptist 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dink to fellowship with us every Sunday!" Main A Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun Morning Mass - 9:00 am Sulurday Evening Mass - "Love&rni and wants you Hwy. 163 WHY/ Jefferson Pastor Rick Miller Sunday School • 10:00 a.m. _ j Big Flatts Baptist Church Beaver Creek Christian Church Fleetwood, NC Pastor, Chris Cox Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Jim Dawes, Minister Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Service 6:30p.m. Friendly Grove Baptist Church Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3821) Sunday School 9:50a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7:00 p.m. "A Life Worth Living!" Deep Ford Rd., Lansing Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Worship at 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00 p. m. Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00p.m. Jefferson United Methodist Church Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor 115 East Main St., Jefferson, NC (336) 246-9512 Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Rev, Keith Casey 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson, NC (336) 246-4764 9:00 a.m. Early Worship 9:45 a.m. - Sunday SchoolJbr alt ages 11:00 a.m, - Formal Worship Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday • Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Sunday • Worship Sendee 6:30 p.m Sunday • Sunday Night Service 6:00 p.m. Monday • T.E.A.M. 10:00 a.m. Tuesday • Joy in the Morning We would love to have you come worship with us. 7:00 p.m. Wednesday • Prayer Meet ins Seventh-Day Adventist Church Parish of the Holy Communion (Episcopalian) St. Mary's Church West Jefferson 8:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller of Warrensville Pastor: Kevin Morgan J. / p 336-667-6092 Saturday' Services: Bible School -10:00 AM 846-7481 5:00pm English & 7:00/mt Spanish Weekday Morn. Mass - Call for times Morning Worship • 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00 p.m. Smethport Independant Baptist Church Robert Si. off Bare (Church) 846-9378 Welcome Home Baptist Church West Jefferson United Methodist Church Offer Phone 336-982-9410 • Rtr. Lonnie Jones • Pastor Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Pastor James T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 194 and 88 West, Smethport, NC Sunday School 9:45 a.m » Worship 11:00 a.m Sunday Night Services 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Service 7:00p.m Missions Building by Faith Promise Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM Phone - 982-3076 Sunday School • 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4(h) • 7:00PM Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. Children's Church and Nursery Provided Youth Services - Sunday • 6:00PM Van Transportation Available Pastor Home: 336-384-3188 • Cell: 336-977-1009 We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! www.wjumc.net To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 lis EXTERMINATING Corner of Hwy. 221 & Cherry St. _ ^^ -Hut Jefferson Termite & Pest Control 246-6077 HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPPIY. INC. 141 Lyalls Lane, Jefferson, NC (Just off Ashe Park Road) Open Mon-Fri • 7am-5pm 336-902-9021 Sears 246-7131 203 East 1" Street • West Jefferson, NC Mountain Aire Seafood & SteakUouse Weekly Specialties * 203 South Second Ave. West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.jeffersonpost.com llwy 16 & 163 Intersection Glendale Springs, N.C. • 336-982-3060 336-846-7164 Fax: 336-846-7165 Mt. Jefferson Oil DODGE • CHRYSLER • JEEP Eza •Mill* WlDNffi ('OXSTIIICTKIX Jefferson, NC All Types Dozer Work We Offer LP Gas • Gas Heaters Fire Logs • Cooking Equipment Call Pete at 246-7039 Serving Ashe'County tor over 20 Years H&W Oil Company 24-HOUR BURNER SERVICE PO Box 972 « West Jefferson, NC Hauling 8tTrackhoe Work Your Full Service Oil Company Home: 336-246-HART (4278) 336-246-6482 Fax: 246-6402 Shop: 336-846-7025 Call 846-8241 246-4591 Ronnie Hopkins NC Inspections ATF Service Auto Express ASHE COUNTY CHEESE Minor Repairs Tire Sales Kwik Lube, Inc. l*y Our Mountain Cheddar Cheese ami Our Fresl Cboraeil Biitler Owner/Manager - David Miller 608 W. Main Street • Jefferson, NC• 246-5945 VIETRI JEFFERSON POST A' , HILL HART (fflXSTRrCTIOX West Jefferson MM % 502 Jefferson Ave. • 336-246-8806 Dr Pepper Bottling Company "All I'raise Be To God For Our Success" IT 246-4222 Convenient 7 Days A Week Commercial and Residential Ashe County Builders Supply 106 E. Main St. 246-2501 739 US Hwy 221 Bus BLUERiDGE xloctnlc nxemlHirohlp corp. •*!> The Jewel Shoppe 785 East Main Street The Mountain Village ShoppingCenter Jefferson, NC 336-246-4155 High Country Paint & Performance 1358 W. King Street • Boone 828-264-0439 or 800-452-0343 ^ |i"j PPG Paints 3-M Products j Ui Billy Blcvins * Tommy Little • TpnOWIf West Jefferson 246-9969 Mon-Sat~8:30 AM - 5:30 PM Pollard Glass 211 Burkett Avenue West Jefferson, NC 336-846-4176 BXBlBKt MACK /&5S.W •<-j Uoone KuJuda, 9nc Your Local Equipment Dealer For All Your Equipment Needs 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap, NC 828-263-8464 • www.boonekubota.com Your ^°" CARDINAL LANES Family Fun Center "Church Groups Welcome" Discounted Rates 787 Hwy 221, West Jefferson 336-246-7077 Evenings BT1IOK I Hwy 421 • Boone, NC QMtZ 828-264-9051 cHevnoier www.mackbrowninc.com CD OWsmobiie /V The Way You Want www.classichor 11()M1'S Intersection US 221 & NC 163 • 1620 NC West Jefferson. NC • 336-246-3600 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, AUGUST 24, 2007 PAGE 7A COMMUNITY EVENTS Cholestrol screenings offered at Mt. Hearts Monday August 27 7 p.m. Chestnut Hill Baptist Church will be having a Fall Revival on Monday, Aug. 27 through Friday, Aug. 31. Rev. Sherrill Wellborn and Rev. David Wellborn will be the guest speakers. 7 p.m. nightly. Special singing nightly. Rev. Randal Greene and the congregation invite everyone to attend. Revival will be held at the Farmers Memorial Baptist Church Aug. 27-31, beginning at 7:30 p.m. Evangelist Rev Curtis King of Rural Retreat, Va. will speak, the assisting is Pastor Rev. Tim Greer. Special singing each night. Preaching every other Sunday at 11 a.m. The next scheduled service is August 26 and on every other Sunday, until it snows. Pastor Tim Greer and the congrega­ tion invites you to visit Farmer's Memorial Baptist Church. Thursday August 30 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m.: The Ameri­ can Red Cross will hold a blood drive at Mountain Hearts at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Saturday September 1 6 p.m.: There will be a 50th Class Reunion for the Beaver Creek Class of 1957 at Jeffer­ son Station. The gathering is at 6 p.m., followed by a dinner ca­ tered by Michael's Restaurant at 7 p.m. For more information, call Becky Burgess at 846-9188 or Melba Jones at 846-9068. Sunday September 2 12:30 p.m.: The annual Car­ son Family Reunion will take place at the Old Jameson Home Place on Clifton Road in Crumpler. All descendents of Bob and Ollie Stitt Carson, friends and neighbors are welcome. Bring a covered dish and enjoy the fellowship. Thursday September 6 7 p.m.: Childbirth/Newborn Care Classes are beginning. The classes are held at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Call early to register at 846-0734. Saturday September 8 Noon to 5 p.m.: Elk Knob Homecoming to celebrate the Elk Knob State Natural Area. Entertainment by local musi­ cians, games and educational activities for kids and adults, na­ ture talks, hikes and more. Cov­ ered dish picnic from noon to 1 p.m. Bring lawn chairs! takes place rain or shine. Sunday September 9 10 a.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church on the Watertank Road in West Jefferson an­ nounces a special service with no Sunday School but The Prin­ cipals from Tenn. will sing and Rev. Shane Golds will preach. A meal will follow the service and everyone is invited. Also at Mt. Olive on Sept. 23-28 at 7:00 Revival with Rev. Tommy Dol­ lar who will bring the message each night with special singing. Rev. Clayborn pastor welcomes you. 10:30 a.m.: Homecoming at Temple Baptist Church. Rev. Micky Brooks will be the guest speaker. There will be special singing. After the worship ser­ vice lunch will be served in the fellowship hall. The pastor, Rev. Glenn Woodie, and the con­ gregation invite everyone to at­ tend. I p.m.: Promoting A Safe & Healthy Environment - Dis­ posal of Unused & Outdated Meds. Ashe Memorial Hospital Pharmacist Billy Smith will be the special speaker at the Ashe County Public Library Confer­ ence Room. For more informa­ tion call AMH at 846-7101 and ask for Yvonne Allen. Bristol Baptist Church will have their annual Homecom­ ing Service will be held Sep­ tember 9 with special singing by Faith Trio. Pastor, Rev. Billy Joe Blevins and congregation welcome. Fall Revival will be held at Friendship Baptist Church September 9-12. Dr. Stephen Rummage, a preaching profes­ sor from Southeastern Semi­ nary and preaching pastor at Hickory Grove Baptist Church will be our guest speaker. Verne Phifer, also from Hickory Grove Baptist Church, will be singing Monday evening Sep­ tember 10th, and the Ashe Bap­ tist Associational Choir will be singing Tuesday evening Sept. IIth. Service times are as follows:Sunday Sept. 9th: Eve­ ning - 6:00 p.m. Monday Sept. 10 - Wednesday Sept. 12: 7:00 p.m. Please join us for a time of revival in our hearts and livesat the Friendship Baptist Church. Tuesday September 11 7:30 p.m.: Smoke on the Mountain Homecoming at Ashe Civic Center. Sanders Family returns to the Mt. Pleas­ ant Baptist Church for Home­ coming. $15 Adults, $5 stu­ dents. Call 336-846-ARTS. Thursday September 13 7:30-9:30 a.m.: Cholesterol Screenings at Mt. Hearts for September. Extra opportuni­ ties to have your cholesterol checked during Cholesterol Education Month. Participants should fast 12 hours prior to test, but may drink water. Cost is $15. From 7:30-9:30 am, and appointments are neces­ sary. Call to schedule at 8460744. Also at the same time on Sept. 20 and 27. Friday September 14 5-8 p.m.: Gallery Crawl in Downtown West Jefferson.Open House at Studios and Galleries. Free. Call 336-846-ARTS. Saturday September 15 2 p.m.: Ashe Memorial Hos­ pital will have a breastfeeding class for expectant mothers. Call for more information and to register at 846-0734. Saturday September 15 2 p.m.: The family of the late Samuel (Sam) and Matilda Oliver Graybeal will have their annual reunion with a covered dish meal at the Riverview Community Center in Creston. 7 p.m.: Rev. Eddy Lewis will be the guest speaker at Temple Baptist Church. There will be a special singing from the Moun­ tain View Baptist Church. The pastor, Rev. Glen Woodie, and the congregation invite every­ one to attend. Friday September 28 A Prayer Retreat is sched­ uled by Ashe Baptist Evan­ gelism Committee for Friday night, Sept. 28 at 7:00PM and Saturday morning at 9:00AM on Sept. 29 at Fletcher Memo­ rial Baptist Church in Jefferson, NC. Presenting will be Dr. Chris Schofield from the Baptist State Conventiion of NC, Dr. Bob Lowman Associational Missionary from Metrolina Association near Charlotte and Mrs.Tara Furman from Cary author of "Intimacy with God,Your Daily Guide to Prayer". This is an excellent line up of speakers.This is open to the public. If you are interested in prayer you are invited. All de­ nominations are welcome not just Ashe Baptist folks. There is no cost. For more information call the Ashe Baptist Office at 246-5631. Ongoing Events How do Huskies' Fans celebrate after each Huskies' victory? They come to the Fifth Quarter. What is the 'Fifth Quarter'? It is a safe alternative and safe activity for high school and middle school students and their parents/friends. The 'Fifth Quarter' is held after each Ashe County High School home football game. The location of the 'Fifth Quarter' is the Youth Center at Warrensville Baptist Church and the Fellowship Hall of Warrensville United Methodist Church. Activities for the youth include games, music, devotional time and fellowship. This event is sponsored by theWarrensville Baptist, Warrensville United Methodist, Smethport United Methodist, Clifton United Methodist, and Phoenix Baptist Churches. For more information, please call 3843391. Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday - Friday without appointments. Primary Care: Monday - Friday Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary Country Roads Mobile Pharmacy: Ashe County Prescriptions can now be filled in Boone at the Hunger & Health Coalition (the old Health Dept. building off Bamboo Rd.). Medication pick-up days are Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10 am - 2 pm. Clients my call in prescription refills at 828-2621628.Your physician can fax new prescriptions to fax # 828-262-0154. Eligibility for Free Medical Clinic. Tuesdays. 4:00 - .6:00. Anyone interested in receiving free medical care from the Ashe County Free Medical Clinic must come to eligibility screening. To be eligible you must live or work in Ashe County, be between the ages of 19 - 64, have NO form of medical insurance, and pro­ vide proof of income that meets the clinic's policy. Call 846-4649 for an appointment, or come to the clinic (at the red light in Jef­ ferson) on Tuesdays from 4:00 - 6:00. supplemental food program that provides individually prescribed packages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program or know someone who does; contact 246-2013. Disabled American Veterans will have BINGO on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the Month at Family Central on the Ashe Central High School Rd. In Jefferson at 7 p.m.. There will be food available at the Morning Star Cafe'. For more information call 336-982-3743. Anonymous Alcoholics Group meets on Mondays and Thursdays at Jefferson United Methodist Church at 7:30 p.m. - Closed Discussion and Saturday at noon - Closed "Big Book Study" - All meetings are non-smoking. Narcotics Anonymous group m Wednesdays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. at Jefferson United Methodist Church. kEGAL CINEMAS REGAL 7 828-262-3800 800-FANDANGO 2541 210 New Market St Center WAR (R) • ID REQ'D DIG Fri. (420) 720 940 Sat. 4 Sun. (1210)420 720 940 THE NANNY DIARIES (PG-13) DIG Fn (410) 710 945 Sat. 4 Sun. (1230) 410 710 945 THE INVASION (PG-13) DIG WIC (Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children): If you are a pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum woman, infant, or child less than five years of age, and meet certain eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the WIC Program. WIC is a special Fri. (430) 730 1005 Sat. 4 Sun (1150 205)430 730 1005 SUPERBAD (R) • ID REO'D DIG Fri. (350) 700 950 Sat. 4 Sun (1220) 350 700 950 RUSH HOUR 3 (PG-13) DIG Fri. (435) 735 1000 Sat. 4 Sun. (1200 210)435 735 1000 THE BOURNE ULTIMATUM (PG-13) DIG Fri. (400) 650 935 Sal. 4 Sun. (1240)400 650 935 NO RESERVATIONS (PG) DIG Fri. 725 PM NO RESERVATIONS (PG) DiGSat. 4 Sun. (1250) 725 THE SIMPSONS MOVIE (PG-13) DIG Fri. (440) 1010 Sat. 4 Sun. 440 1010 Times For 8/24 • 8/26 ©2007 www.REGmovles.com The H8cR Block Income Tax Course will teach you how to prepare tax returns and develop tax-saving strategies. Upon successful completion, some students may have the opportunity to earn extra income as H&R Block tax professionals' Bilingual students encouraged to enroll! For class times and locations, visit hrblock.com/taxcourses or call 1-800-HRBLOCK. Dear friends, H&R BLOCK* You got people' Once again it's time for oar Annual Homecoming!!! The members of Mission Home Baptist Church would be honored 426 E. Main St to haregoa andgour family as oar specialguest on Sandag, August 26, 2007for a time of worship and fllowsltip, beginning Jefferson, NC 28640 at 10:30 am. 336-246-7520 Our celebration begins with a Song Service including the congregation and our choir. Special Singing will include Linda Jones, Diane, Parsons, Butch Miller, Dennis &• Greg Grogan and David Campbell Wc are pleased to welcome back Rev. Ken Furches to bring the message gt the 11:00 am Worship Hour. Lunch will begin following the service We are looking forwahi to seeinggou on this special dag. When you see the glass half -full, the possibilities are endless. Lays in Christ, Mivgbeffi of Mission Ht itist Church Rcv 'ifom Vestal, Pastor Optimism is a powerful state of mind. Believing that the glass is half-full. And where it's not full, well, calling THE NORTH CAROLINA HOME PROTECTION PILOT PROGRAM (NCHPPP) Do you live or work in Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Mitchell, Watauga, Wilkes, or Yancey County? Have you recently lost your job due to plant closure or have your work hours been reduced because of changing economic conditions? that a golden opportunity. Maybe this sounds surprising coming from a bank. Maybe you thought we were just about the numbers. Well, we absolutely know our math, but to be honest, our favorite calculation is the speed of your imagination. That's what gets us excited, and what we As a result, do you face difficulty making your monthly mortgage payment? If you answered "yes" to all of these questions want to talk to you about. Because we believe in you AND your potential. » maybe we can help! Administered by North Carolina Housing Finance Agency and operated locally by Northwestern Regional Housing Authority, NCHPPP assistance may help displaced workers keep their home. That's the power of positive bankingi" Yes you can. Think you may be eligible? If so, contact: Deanna Gouge (828)682-4249 or Wilma McDaniel (828)264-6683 Northwestern Regional Housing Authority PO Box 2510 Boone, NC 28607 Community ONE Yes you can.® Yes we can.® Funding provided by the State of North Carolina to assist families whose employment has been adversely affected by changing economic oonditions. 1055 Mt, Jefferson Road • West Jefferson, NC 28694 • 336.246.9700 www.MyYesBank.com fSjF.qual Houiint) Lender, Member FDIC Northwestern Regional Housing Authority is an equal housing opportunity agency. OPPORTUNITY © 2007 CommunilyOw Bank, N.A. �PAGE 8A FRIDAY, AUGUST 24, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SOCIALS Baby News Mandy Lynn Matkins and Matthew Keith Woodie Matkins-Woodie to wed Mr. and Mrs. John Lack­ ey of Miller's Creek and Mr. and Mrs. Jessie Matkins of Todd announce the upcoming marriage of their daughter, Mandy Lynn Matkins, to Matthew Keith Woodie, saon of Rev. and Mrs. Keith Woodie of Glendale Springs. The couple will be mar­ ried on Saturday, Sept. 22, 2007, at 3 p.m. The ceremo­ ny will take place at Calva­ ry Free Will Baptist Church in Glendale Springs. Family and friends are invited to attend. Carla and Matt Williams announce the birth of their daughter, Callie Williams. She was born Aug. 3, 2007, at Watauga Medical Cen­ ter, weighing 7 pounds, 13 ounces. Tonya and Brian Calhoun of Warrensville announce the birth of their son, Kyle Calhoun. He was born Aug. 3, 2007, at Watauga Medical Center, and weighed 7 pounds, 8 ounces. Lisa and Dean EIdreth of West Jefferson announce the birth of their daughter, Lourdes Nymeria Eldreth. She was born Aug. 8, 2007, at Watauga Medical Center and weighed 6 pounds, 7 ounces. Ashley Wood and Andrew Calhoun of West Jefferson announce the birth of their daughter, Adeline Baylee Cal­ houn. She was born Aug. 13, 2007, at Watauga Medical Cen­ ter, and weighed 6 pounds, 14 Watauga Medical Center, and weighed 7 pounds, 7 ounces. Maria and Randy Phil­ lips of Fleetwood an­ nounce the birth of their daughter, Abby Catlyn Phillips. She was born Aug. 16, 2007, at Ashe Me­ morial Hospital. The baby weighed 6 pounds, 4 ounces and was 18.5 inch­ es long. Grandpar­ ents are Thelma and Carroll Phil­ lips and J.C. and Norma Roark; Ethel Eldreth is the newborn's great-grandmother. Becky Bingham and Chris Self of Laurel Springs an­ nounce the birth of their daughter, Abby Marie Rivers Bingham. She was born Aug. 18, 2007, at Ashe Memorial Hospital. The baby weighed 7 pounds, 13 ounces, and was 21 inches long. Grandparents are Michael and Cindy Bing­ ham. ounc- Sandy and Kevin Worley of Lansing announce the birth of their son, Trevor Worley. He was born Aug. 14, 2007, at Watauga Medical Center, and weighed 7 pounds, 9 ounces. Danielle and Paul Dough­ erty of Warrensville an­ nounce the birth of their son, Benjamin Ray Dougherty. He was born Aug. 14, 2007, at Couple marks 50 years Celebrating 50 Years Bernard and Irene Woodie Of West Jefferson Celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary On August 12th 2007 at the Jefferson fire department. Where they greeted friends and family For most of the afternoon. Bernard and Irene were married at the Home of Rev Norman Carpenter On August 17th 1957 They were happy to receive Congratulations From Rev Carpenter 50 years later. Meghan Brown and Landon Jones September wedding planned Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Brown and Mr. and Mrs. Lannie Jones would like to announce the engagement of their children, Landon Jones and Meghan Brown. They ON YOUR SIDE VtttlTM#/ CANT TOUCH THIS!!! NEW MODELS - Value-Added Service is our Claim to Fame. With Nationwide's Blue Ribbon Repair Service, you'll get first class handling of your claim. You can expect the superior level of service that v demand for our customers. Call me... Stop by... Log on - it's your choia HAPPY 50 TH ANNIVERSARY!!!! 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Ill' \V'*.S I'oiflld li<-torr Cr<tli nri'd ASHE ANIMAI, CONTROI in V\<*#( Ji»(fofnon. 982-4060 �FRIDAY, AUGUST 24, 2007 Football Friday Night This The Huskies host their home opener tonight when they face the week West Caldwell Warriors Husky sports Kickoff at 7:30 p.m. Volleyball teams open season with wins by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor The volleyball teams opened up their season with a non-conference match-up with the West Wilkes Black­ hawks this past Monday. The JV teams took the court first and Ashe was able to show their strengths with a victory in three games. Ashe took the first game, 25-21, West Wil­ kes retaliated in the second game, 25-19, and then Ashe claimed the final victory, 2518 to win the match. The var­ sity followed with another good performance from the Huskies. The Huskies won the first game, 27-25, but West Wilkes rebounded in the second game and won 25- 18, but in a repeat of the JV series, Ashe won game three 25-20 to place West Wilkes in a do-or-die situation in game four. West Wilkes responded to the pressure and defeated the Huskies 25-20 in game four to force the match into a 15-point game five. In game five, Ashe got behind in the middle of the game but ral­ lied in the end to claimed the victory with the final score in the game 15-12 and 3-2 for the best of five series. The JV teams were sched­ uled to play first and the Hus­ kies were able to take an ear­ ly lead over the Blackhawks in the game. After Ashe had an early lead, the girls did not let up, and persevered a rally by the Blackhawks, but when the game wound down, Ashe was able to maintain a small lead and won the first game 25-21 to go ahead one game to none. The second game was a different story for Ashe: Af­ ter losing the first game, West Wilkes Was determined to even the series 1-1, but faced a tough game against the Huskies. The game started out evenly as neither team could gain a lead. The scoring finally broke loose when the score was tied 19-19 and West Wilkes went on a six-point run to end game two with the victory and the score 25-19 to tie the series at one game each. The third game was the de- Post photo by Michael Graybeal Kim McNeil drives a ball for a Husky point during their close victory over West Wilkes. Post photo by Michael Graybeal Sarah Bumgarner places this volley over the net for a point during the Huskies game five victory over West Wilkes. Absher's hat trick leads Huskies to victory cider for the JV match. In a re­ peat of the second game, each team traded points to open the game. With the score 8-7 in favor of Ashe, West Wilkes coach called a timeout in fear that Ashe was about to make a run and when the game re­ sumed following the timeout, Ashe mounted a seven-point run and took control of the game with the score being 15-8. West Wilkes was able to battle back and brought the score within five points, but at that time, Ashe was standing a mere two points away from victory, 23-18 in favor of Ashe. Jessica Walker earned the final points for the Huskies with her serves, and Chan­ dler Christensen concluded the JV game with a tip over the net that landed inbounds for the final point of the game and Ashe won the game 25-18 and the match two games to one game. Following the exciting .JV game, the varsity squads took center court and entertained the crowd with an exciting match-up. The first game opened up with both teams playing hard, tough volley­ ball. Points were hard earned and one Husky fan described the first game as a "see-saw battle." The teams traded points for the first part of the game and West Wilkes had a small advantage with the score 9-8. The spread in the score stayed the same until the Huskies tied it up at 16-16, but then West Wil­ kes earned the points back and went ahead 22-16. Ashe did not get discouraged and kept their head in the game and found their team unity and battled back. West Wil­ kes scored the next point, but then Ashe rallied six straight points and a good play at the net by Caitlin Elliott tied the score up at 23-23. At this point in the game, the first team that gained a two-point lead would be named the winner of game one. West Wilkes earned the next point, but returned it to Ashe with a carrying penalty to keep the game tied at. 24-24. Ashe could not capitalize on serving with the game on the line and served the ball out of bounds to give West Wilkes a point. Ashe remained in the game on the next volley when Natasha Faw played a tip into a tough location for the Black­ hawks and they returned the ball into the net to allow the Huskies to once against tie the game up, 25-25. With Ashe possessing the serve, Carmen Wagner reached her serving location See Volleyball, page 2B Slammin' Sam wins again at WRP Post photo by Michael Graybeal Richie Absher (#12) led the Huskies to a 3-1 victory with a three-goal hat-trick this past Monday in the Huskies' season opener against West Wilkes. by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor The varsity soccer team started out their regular season on Monday by hosting the West Wilkes Blackhawks in a non-conference match up. The game followed up the Huskies trip to the Blue Ridge Jamboree over the weekend held in Hickory on Saturday. The Huskies finished 2-1 at the Jamboree Saturday against quality teams from western North Carolina. With momentum from their success on Saturday, the Huskies were able to defeat the Blackhawks in their first game of the season by a score of 3-1. The game opened up with the Huskies maintaining possession of the ball for the majority of the first minutes of the game. The Huskies showed their ability to possess the ball and precisely timed runs in the opening minutes of the game. The Huskies were also able to turn their runs into shots at West Wilkes' goal, but came up empty until fourteen minutes into the game when Richie Absher was able to score the Huskies' first goal of the game and Ashe took the early See Soccer, page 2B Post photo courtesy of Kevin Thorne/ Teammedial Sam Shepard visits WRP's Winner's Circle once again during the 2007 season this past week. Sam and his crew were all smiles following their victory last week at WRP. Post photo by Michael Graybeal Evan Gray (#11) prepares to take a shot during the Huskies' 3-1 victory over West Wilkes. Just like the weather, the Top ET action was blaz­ ing hot Saturday night with Michael Woodring of Taylorsville extending his Top ET Points lead over Luke Hutchens. Woodring drove his Rear Engine dragster to the winner circle by defeat­ ing Hamptonville's Joe Pat­ rick in his dragster. Mod ET winner, Donnie Winstead of Hickory used his win over Michael Trivette of Boone to cut points leader Micheal Marley's marjin on him down to only a eight point seperation. The Jr. Dragster division saw "Slammin" Sam Shepa­ rd of West Jefferson take the win over Russell McGarue of Millers Creek. The winner in the Top ET dash for cash was Don Ste­ vens and Scott Coffey in Mod ET and in the Jr. Dragster di­ vision it was Sam Shepard. Drag Racing action con­ tinues Thursday night with test and tune. Gates open at 6 p.m. and on Saturday, Drag Racing continues with the Empire Chrysler spon­ sored Points Series along with the fire and speed of Jet Dragsters. The Gates open at 4 p.m. qualifying starts at 5 p.m. For further info call 973-RACE (7223) or visit www.wilkesbororacewaypark.com. �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, AUGUST 24, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS High Country Disc Golf Club weekly results; standings Saturday, August 18 Random Draw Doubles: Thursday, August 16 Random Draw Doubles: 1 st - Todd Lion & Doug Trimbach 1st - Todd Patoprsty and Matt Bostic -10 -10 -12 2nd - Todd Patoprsty & Daniel Quin -9 2nd - Ben Whitehead and Doug Trimbach 3rd - Matt Bostic & Josh Lyalls -9 3rd - Todd Lion and Scott Farkus -8 4th - Todd Rieger & Matt Petrie -6 4th - Daniel Quin and Josh Lyalls -5 5th - Ben Whitehead & Linda Fowler -1 5th - Linda and Denton -4 6th - Brian Felkel and Andy Trimbach -2 6th - Chris Bouvier +12 High Country Disc Golf Club Standings Total 1 2 3 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 12 14 Todd Patoprsty Doug Trimbach Todd Rieger Daniel Quin Matt Bostic Ben Whitehead Todd Lion Josh Lyalls Ezra Gardiner Harold Duvall Brian Felkel Michael Blowers Matt Petrie Craig Colistra -97 -97 -76 -72 -51 -62 -51 -9 -9 -20 -1 -13 -17 -17 Avg Pts -9.7 103 -9.7 101 -8.4 83 -8.0 83 -6.4 66 -6.2 63 -8.5 54 -1.3 30 -1.8 26 -10.0 25 -0.1 21 -6.5 18 -5.7 18 -4.3 15 Mc Donald's 5-6 Year Old AYSL Players of the Week DL Shepherd Construction: Brandon Tedder, Haley Adams Total 15 16 17 17 19 19 21 22 22 24 24 24 24 24 Avg Pts -11 -9 -5 -5 -5 5 13 1 -4 11 -3 4 -2 12 Scott Farkus Mel Jones David Linda Fowler Mike Bennett Chris Roten Wendy Patoprsty Patrick Miller Denton Drew Dusty Farmer Scott Kastl Andy Trimbach Chris Bouvier -5.5 -9.0 -5.0 -2.5 r5.0 2.5 6.5 1.0 -4.0 11.0 -3.0 4.0 -2.0 12.0 12 11 7 7 6 6 5 4 4 2 2 2 2 2 Soccer continued from page IB 1-0 lead. Following the goal, the Huskies immediately took back possession of the ball and resumed attacking the Blackhawks' goal. Before the end of the first half, Ashe was able to score again with a second goal by Richie Absher to give Ashe a large lead in soccer, 2-0, but the Huskies did not get comfortable with the two-goal lead at halftime. Any soccer fan knows that two goals is a comfortable lead, but that two goals can be scored in a matter of minutes. With a whole half remaining to be played in the game, the Huskies were alert during the halftime break and came out during the second half determined. In the second half, the Huskies experienced defense denied West Wilkes any scoring runs at the goal in the first portion of the second half. At the midway point of the half, with nearly twenty minutes remaining, Absher took advantage of a penalty kick awarded to the Huskies and registered a hat-trick with his third goal of the contest and the Huskies took a large 3-0 lead with under twenty minutes remaining in the game. The Huskies defense continued to hold stout against the attacking Blackhawks and denied every attack until the final ten minutes of the game. The Huskies had placed sophomore Evan Love in goal, and the Blackhawks was able to score their only goal of the match against Love in the final minutes to bring the score to 3-1. However, despite a goal late in the game, the hattrick by Absher (with assists from Boston Maler and Jose Zapato) and a stout defense for the Huskies, led by Patrick Carazo and Chase Smith, was able to defeat the visiting Blackhawks 3-1. Another key to the victory was the impressive performances in the net for the Huskies as Sam Price recorded a shut- out in the first half, and Evan Love only allowed one goal to the Huskies' opponents during the game to give the Huskies their first victory of the regular season and now stand at 1-0 for the season. The team returned to action Wednesday with a trip to Watauga High School to face the Pioneers. Their next game will be Tuesday when they host another nonconference game. This game will feature a showdown of differentclasses as Alexander, a school competing in the 4A classification in NCHSAA competition, with the JV game beginning at 5:15 p.m. and varsity following at 7 p.m. ing factor in the match. If the Huskies won, then Ashe won the match. If the Black­ hawks won, then a tie break­ ing game five would be forced to be played. West Wilkes re­ sponded to the do-or-die situa­ tion and won the game with a score of 25-20. Ashe was able to open up the game with a quick run and gained an early 8-3 lead. The Blackhawks ral­ lied back and tied the score up at 8-8. but on the following point, the Blackhawks still had the serve. On the serve, Carmen Wagner was able to save a point with a dig that passed the ball to Caitlin El­ liott who dropped the ball inbounds across the net for a Husky point. The play by the Huskies started a rally and Ashe was able to extend their lead to 15-8 before West Wil­ kes could score another point. The Blackhawks then came back and tied the score up at 15-15 and then claimed a 1916 lead over Ashe. Ashe was able to close the gap in the scores and brought the score to 22-20 still in favor of West Wilkes, but the Blackhawks ended the game with a threepoint rally and claimed the 25-20 victory in game four to stay alive during the match and force a game five. In NCHSAA Volleyball, game five is a game to fifteen points and the team must win by two points and the winner of game five wins the match. The Huskies and Blackhawks continued the intense battle during the final game and neither team could gain a lead until the final points of the game. The teams traded points till the score was tied at 12-12. West Wilkes gave the Huskies a point when their server hit the ball out of bounds to give the Huskies a 13-12 lead to give Ashe the serve. Kim McNeil was serv­ ing for the Huskies, and start- ed out with an ace to take the score to a match point, 14-12. West Wilkes called a timeout, which was wasted as McNeil won the game for the Huskies with a serve that was unre­ turned and the Huskies won gave five, and the match with a 15-12 victory over West Wil­ kes Blackhawks. The game five victory for the Huskies awarded the Huskies the victory over the Blackhawks with a game tally of 3-2 to open the season up. Following the game, Coach Laura Foster commented: "Our serving really improved this game and the team really played good. They stayed in the game and overall it was a good win." The Huskies returned to action Wednesday when they hosted the Alleghany Trojans and then was on the road Thursday when they traveled to Avery High School to face the Vikings. Look for results in Tuesday's paper. Volleyball continued from page IB in the rotation and her serve was unreturned by West Wil­ kes to give Ashe the 26-25 lead and they stood one-point away from winning game one. West Wilkes called a timeout to talk the final point over and following the timeout, Ashe won game one with another serve from Carmen Wagner. The Blackhawks were able to return the serve, but a tip from Carmen Wagner to An­ nie Hegar who played the ball over the net and West Wilkes was unable to return the ball to give Ashe the 27-25 game one victory. With the monumental game one, Ashe entered game two pumped up and ener­ gized. However, West Wilkes quickly burst the Huskies' bubble as they placed the Huskies in the losing side of a 13-8 score quickly into game two. Ashe was able to close the gap to 19-16, still in West Wilkes' favor, but the Black­ hawks was able to seal game two with the score 25-18 to tie the match at one game for each team. Game three was another highlight game for the Hus­ kies. After quickly getting behind 4-1, Ashe battled back and took a 6-4 lead, but then West Wilkes also rallied and regained the lead 9-6. Af­ ter the roller coaster portion scoring in the game ceased, Ashe took a 13-12 lead. Ashe was able to extend their lead to 24-20 when West Wilkes called a desperation timeout to give their team one last shot at a comeback. The Hus­ kies serve by Carmen Wag­ ner was returned and then a spike by Kim McNeill gave the Huskies their final point of the game and they went ahead 2-1 in the series with the 25-20 victory. The fourth game of the set could have been a decid- Jefferson Post NASCAR For the 2007 Ashe Youth Soccer League season, Mc Donald's in West Jefferson has been gracious enough to sponsor a Player of the Week program. Each week, players from each team will be selected as the Players of the Week and will receive a Complimentary Happy Meal and also a certificate. The week one winners ot the Mc Donald's AYSL Players ol the Week are: Screenfreaks: Carson Keys, Laci Poe Dr Pepper: Jackson Little, Kasey Thompson Reeves Photography: Zachary Weaver, Samuel Tsolis Church's Construction: Zeke Cline, Mason Shumate Cardinal Lanes: Hunter Cable, Max Edward Perez AF Insurance: Harlie Walton, Hallie Treva McDonald's 3-4 Year Old AYSL Players of the Week Burgess and Son Body Shop Inc: Eli Colvard Los Arcoiris: Lukas Gentry Ashe County Builder's Supply: Eli Joyce How do Huskies' Fans celebrate after each Huskies' victory? 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TWENTY FIVE L ' ONE HUNNERT'N TWENNVV FIVE/ / OLIVE..WAIT TILL YA SEE WOT I GOT FER YA AT AN AUCTION / FOR ME?OH. YOU SHOULDN'T ^ HAVE... BUT FIRST I'LL ^ CAND REPLACE THE HAVE TO REPAINT CARPET AND DRAPES THE ROOM IN A NEUTRAL COLOR.. AN ORIGINAL OW/GI-TT KRUMLV MY FAVORITE MINIMALIST/ > ...I'LL HAVE TO UPDATE THE LIGHT FIXTURE.. / LIKE IT ? VI'M GOING TO I LOVE IT/, HANG IT OVER /V THE FIRENS. ( PLACE! F I KNEW Y'D LIKE IT/ > WHICH ' YOU'LL HAVE TO TAKE THIS BACK, ROPEVE \ WILL MAKE THE FURNITURE v LOOK DATED/ , BY HENRY BOLTINOFF hocus-focus DOLLARS// IT'S A > GIFT I CANT AFFORD' Weekly SUDOKU by Linda Thistle Place a number m the amply boxes In such a way thai each row acroaa. each column down and each email Mo> square contains ell ol the numbers trom one to nine DIFFICULTY THIS WEEK: * * * Moderate * * Challenging * * * HOO BOYI • Find at least six differences in details between panels. § •jesop si snjoeo -g -peppe ueeq 0Aeq spjjg s :JdBuo/ si Ljseei S,6OQ •p -BUJSSIIU si ejeid esueon •£ -peppe ueeq eABq sesse|6uns 'Z "P9AOUJ seq pno|Q -j. :$dOUd)ema Lots of Nice Accessories, Wreaths, Lamps, Florals Open Weekdays 9:30 - 5:00 • Saturday 9:30 - 2:00 Diversified Interiors & Accessories, Inc. Hwy 421 W.Wilkesboro (next to McLean Floor Covering) 336-973-3005 TOWN OF WEST JEFFERSON PUBLIC HEARING The Board of Aldermen for the Town of West Jeffer­ son will hold a public hearing on Thursday, September 6, 2007 at 5:55 PM at Town Hall. The purpose of this hearing is to receive comment on the rezoning from BLUETOOTH HEADSET Highway-Commercial (H-C) to Residential-7 (R-7) the property owned by Samuel B. Church and Shirley A. Church (parcel# 19223-001-735). The rezoning was requested by Samuel B. Church and Shirley A. UNLIMITED TEXT MENAGE'S Church in order to ensure the uses are consistent with the R-7 Zoning District. UNLIMITED NIGHT'S $ K/EEK'END'S UNLIMITED MOBILE TO MOBILE loo FREE TO ROAM MINUTE'S Agents Retail Locations West Jefferson 1447 C Mt. Jefferson Rd. 800-235-5007 West Jefferson - Skyline Telepone 1079 NC Hwy 194 N 800-759-2226 T&D Satellite West Jefferson • Tony lyall 948 Hwy 221 Business 336-846-3501 While supplies last. Requires 2 year agreement on qualified rate plan $39.99 and above. Certain restrictions apply. See store for details. We've G o t You C o v e r e d ! 800-235-5007 Carolina West www.carolinawest.com �PAGE 6B FRIDAY, AUGUST 24, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm CLASSIFIED DEADLINES Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson . Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. Charges Rates depend on size of ad and number of runs. Please call Classified Dept. for information. Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 (We accept personal check, Visa or Master Card) Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 e-mail: classified @ jeffersonpost.com Web: www.jeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANKYOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER'S NOTICE: All real estate advertising In this newspaper is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it Illegal to advertiso any preferences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, financial status or national origin includes children un­ der the age of 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate which is in violation of the law. Our readors are hore by informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-tree at. 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing Impaired Is 1-800-927-9275. 140-Help Wanted 260-Garage/Yard Sales Computing Support Technician II (160-220253) Open until filled. New River Behavioral Health Care, workbase Boone. Daily trav­ el will be required to any of our offices in Boone, Newland, West Jefferson, Sparta, Wilkesboro, Elkin, Mount Airy or Statesville. Reli­ able transportation is a must. Duties include: new PC setup/installa­ tion and onsite mainte­ nance for minor com­ puter, networking and printing problems. Pro­ vide hardware and soft­ ware support for Micro­ soft Windows Operat­ ing Systems, Microsoft Office products, UNIX and host access. Typi­ cal work hours M-F 85, with some evenings and weekends re­ quired. Minimum re­ quirements: Graduation from high school and 4 years experience in the use of computing and information technology resources; prefer a two-year degree in MIS-related field with two years experience with Microsoft Windows XP, NT, 2000, Server 2003, Microsoft Office Products, networking knowledge and some experience with rout­ ers. Hiring range $29,508-$33,564, Sub­ mit state application and transcript to: Ashe Employment Se­ curity Commission, 626 Ashe Central School Rd Unit 5, Jefferson NC 28640. Criminal re­ cords check and preemployment drug test­ ing is required. EOA/AAE. In-Store tors Big 3 family yard sale Saturday, August 25 8AM. From Jefferson take HWY 16 N.Turn on 925 Joe Little Road. Lots of clothes all sizes, baby clothes, game boy color with games, pictures, dvds, kids movies, miscella­ neous toys, ETC!! THREE FAMILY GARAGE SALE Friday, Aug. 24th and Saturday, Aug. 25th 7:30 a.m.-Until? Furniture (couches & chair), Microwave, Computer Desk, Clothes (Misses, Women's, Men's), Kitchen accessories, too many items to mentionlGlen Bare Road, Jefferson Yard Sale Beginning August 17th and 18th, for three weekends. Located at Joe Stephens old store in Creston. From 8:00 AM until? To much to mention! Yard Sale Friday and Saturday, August 24th and 25th; starts 8 AM on Friday and Saturday. Ending at 12 PM on Saturday. At Greg and Linda Holmans house, 1289 Wade Bare Road, West Jefferson NC. YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 Copy and payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Demonstra­ Sunflower Sales, Pros, a national staffing agency, is looking for individuals to execute in-store demonstrations in the West Jefferson area. Must be able to engage shoppers to demonstrate products, promote brands and distribute samples and brochures, Excellent position for those who want to work mostly weekends part-time. To apply Call:(800)7684650. ext.18425. J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 Tuesday Edition Friday by 9 am Friday Edition Wednesday by 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. 290-Horses & Livestock PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 300- Miscellaneous BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. Lawson Support Serv­ ices, LLC has a full time position open for a qualified professional with a four year degree and experience in For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Reloading MH.DD, and/or SA. Shotgun Salary DOE. Please Press, 20 GA. $75 fax resume to: Call 336-877-0159 (336)372-6087, come The Jefferson Post • by with resume and full has FREE out an application or wooden pallets. call(336)372-6083. Just come by LOOKING FOR A RE­ and pick them up. WARDING JOB? RHA 40-Lost & Found Health Services has Timber for sale, (336) Found in the Creston positions available 385-4572. area, Cabbage Creek working with develop310-Musical Road. Possibly a long mentally disabled haired Jack Russell, adults. Full-time and Grands - Consoles female. (336)385-1091 part-time positions are or (336) 385-1091. new & rebuilt - We available in Ashe and Watauga counties. Al­ lease, buy, move, tune, Have you found an refinish & rebuild so, looking for a fullpianos animal or item? Have time house keeper. Acme - Piano Man you lost a favorite pet High school diploma or or item? Advertise it in 800-745-3950 GED and valid driver's the Jefferson Post for license required. For FREE. Ad will run more information, 330-Pets for 2 weeks. please call (828) 262Did you know that if Call 846-7164 5450. you are giving away Need a new job? an animal or item , 100-General Look in you can list it for free The Jefferson Post Services in the Classifieds. Classifieds! Call 846-7164 for Blue Ridge Cleaning more information Service office or resi- SALESPERSON dental new construc­ WANTED: Experienced PLACE YOUR tion clean up. Bonded Manufactured/Modular DOGS AND CATS and insured. Free home salesperson FOR SALE AD HERE quotes. (336)838-7377 needed to assist cus­ FOR ONLY or (336)262-8719. tomers with their home $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PIANO SERVICE buying process. Earn PER AD). CALL Call for free up to $1,000 per week, plus commission, plus CLASSIFIED DEPT. estimate great benefit package. AT 336-846-7164 Larry Carmichael FOR MORE 336-372-4247 Background check and drug test required. Fax INFORMATION. resume to (336)973STRATFORD 4478. HEARING AID CENTER-SALES 235-Christmas Service on most Trees all makes. 502 Thurston Street Fraser Fir Christmas Winston Salem, NC Trees available in all Phone: 336-768-1177 sizes. Call for Pricing 336-877-7167 Res.:336-468-8802 Bill Shugart 1# •Call Sunk at THE i JEFFERSONPOST i 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent (2) Two bedroom apartments in Creston $300/mo, plus deposit. Call (336)877-3635. REPO/REFURB, 2 year old doublewide, pick your own carpet color, turn key, $183.08 BW, only 16 years left. New range, new ref. Heat pump included. Call now! 336-973-8301. WE GET ER DONE!! House for rent New land home suitable for one or two doublewide and people. Lansing area modulars (336)384-3457. Available now.... Little Classifieds... GOVERNMENT MAKES DOWN BIG PAYMENT RESULTS! New Generation Homes pruce Hill Apts Appli­ 336-973-4462 cations are now ZERO down. Land being accepted for home packages. (336) Housing for 973-4462. Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills 510-Mobile Home Apartments in Lots for Sale West Jefferson, NC FOR SALE BY OWN"One bedroom, ER: 1011 THREE TOP unfurnished energy CR. W. JEFFERSON efficient apartments 1000 SQ FT DOUBLE "Handicapped WIDE ON 1.5 ACRES. accessible NEVER BEEN LIVED "Rent based on IN. 3 BEDROOM, 2 applicants income BATH READY TO Section 8 assistance MOVE IN. CALL FOR DETAILS. (336)9732335. 530-Lots & Acreage available For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 490-Houses/ Apts. for Sale Lovely three bedroom, three bath home for sale by owner at the top of Candlelight Park, on one acre, on Mt. Jefferson. Wooded with long range view. Wrap around decks. Attach­ ed double car garage and decks have ground level entrance. Large laundry room. Kitchen, dining, living room combination with stone fire place. Large den/rec room in base­ ment. 2579 sq. ft. $315,000, call (336) 246-6897 for appointment. 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. ATTENTION: ALL FU­ TURE HOME BUY­ ERS!! Just in 4 MONTHS Winter Will Be Upon Us. You Need To Buy Now So You Can Be In Your New Home Before Cold and Snowy Weather Sets In. Call For Appoint­ ment At 336-973-2335 Freedom Homes Ask For D S Prevette. Land owners. Guaran­ teed. Home approvals. (336) 973-4462 Positions Available in: • Sales Dept. • Service • Parts • Detail Dept. Please call for appointment to apply in person to: 264-9051 Local 888-264-9051 Toll Free Mack Brown Inc. 2705 US Hwy.421 Boone, N.C. 28607 1195-Legals 1195-Legals NOTICE TO diate payment to the undersigned. CREDITORS Check Out the Having qualified as Ex­ This the 17th day of ecutor of the Estate of Jefferson Post for John Gilmer Gentry, August, 2007. late of Ashe County, the latest deals on North Carolina, this is Dale Brinegar to notify all persons Executor/Administrator Mobile Homes by having claims against for the Estate of said estate to present G.D. Brinegar Local Dealers them to the under­ NORTH CAROLINA signed at 253 Bonanza First Time Home Buy- ASHE COUNTY Circle Piedmont, South ers...ZERO (0) Down!!! Carolina 29673 on or We make it EASY. MARK ASHLEY LANE, before the 3rd day of (336) 973-4462. Individually and as Ad­ November, 2007, or Large 2 BR mobile ministrator CTA of the this Notice will be home on Hwy 163 1 Estate of FERRIS EU­ pleaded in bar to their mile from Leviton River GENE LANE recovery. All persons Plant. Lease, first & Petitioner indebted to the esatate last. No pets. Call after will please make imme­ 6pm. 828-964-6830. vs. diate payment to the undersigned. LOOKING TO BUY CLIFTON YOUR FIRST HOME?? JESSIE LANE (Single) This is the 7th day of Great package for LAURIE PAIGE LANE August, 2007. first time buyer land home packages!! SIMS and husband, MARK SIMS; KAREN Sandra Gentry McNeil 336-973-4462 LEIGH LANE BUM- Executor/Adminstrator NEW GOVERNMENT GART and husband, for the Estate of John LOANS!! MARK J. BUMGART Gilmer Gentry New 3-4 Bedroom land/home packages. Respondents NORTH CAROLINA Qualifying hot line 336-973-4462 IN THE GENERAL ASHE COUNTY FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our 'lor rent" sections. Call us at 336-846-7164 Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 535-Commercial Property Commercial Building in Lansing for R3nt, 1034 sq fett. $300 561-750-2399 ~~A~~ Lesson COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DI­ VISION BEFORE THE CLERK 07-SP-114 OF PROCESS PUBLICATION BY TO: JESSIE CLIFTON LANE (Single); LAUR­ IE PAIGE LANE SIMS and husband, MARK SIMS; KAREN LEIGH LANE BUMGART and husband, MARK J. BUMGART TAKE NOTICE that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above spe­ cial proceeding. The nature of the relief sought is as follows: 1. For a judicial sale of land belonging to Ferris Eugene Lane at the time of his death, in or­ der to create assets to pay the debts of the decedent, the same consisting of a resi­ dence and real proper­ ty located at 209 Frank Witherspoon Road, Jefferson, North Caroli­ na. You are required to make defense to such pending no later than the 19th day of Sep­ tember, 2007 and upon failure to do so, the party seeking service against you will apply to the court for the re­ lief sought. DATED THIS 10th day of August, 2007. VANNOY & REEVES BY: JIMMY D. REEEVES P.O. DRAWER 67 WEST JEFFERSON, NORTH CAROLINA 28694 (336) 246-7172 ATTORNEY FOR THE PETITIONER Selling! NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of Elmer Bryan Miller, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 3114 Big Windfall Rd.Lansing, NC 28643 on or before the 3rd day of November, 2007, or 1195-Legals this Notice will be Having qualified as Ad­ pleaded in bar to their ministrator of the Es­ recovery. All persons tate of G.D. Brinegar, indebted to the estate late of Ashe County, will please make North Carolina, this is mmediate payment to to notify all persons the undersigned. having claims against said estate to present This is the 30th day of them to the under­ July, 2007. signed at 1932 Edge Water Drive, on or be­ Burl D. Miller fore the 24th day of Executor/Administrator November, 2007. or for the Estate of this Notice will be Elmer Bryan Miller pleaded in bat to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make imme- An easy way to sell anything... place a classified ad with us. The Jefferson Post 336-846-7164 ALLEGHANY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL mm NEW CAR DEALERSHIP OPENING SOON IN BOONE, N.C. 500-Mobile Homes for Sale JOB OPENINGS EMERGENCY DEPARTMFNT Registered Nurse PRN 1/PNURSING DEPARTMENT Registered/Charge Nurse Full Time 7p to 7a Sign on Bonus CAI.I. 336-3 72-3226 on VISIT WWW.AMHSPARTA.ORG Equal Opportunity Empinyn. IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF THE DEED OF TRUST OF DAVID FRANKLIN and ROSE MARY HIGGINS, 1195-Legals 1195-Legals GINS and ROSE MARY HIGGINS. STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF ASHE Pursuant to North Car­ olina General Statutes, 45-21.10, and the terms of the Deed of Trust, any successful bidder may be required to deposit with the Sub­ stitute Trustee immedi­ ately upon conclusion of the sale a cash de­ posit not to exceed the greater of five percent (5,0%) of the amount of the bid of seven hun­ dred fifty dollars ($750.00). Any suc­ cessful bidder shall be required to tender the full balance purchase price so bid at that time, he shall remain li­ able on his bid as pro­ vided for in North Caro­ lina General Statutes Sections 45-21.30(d) and (e). Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the tax of Forty-five Cents ($0.45) per One Hun­ dred Dollars ($100.00) pursuant to N.C.G.S. 7A-308(a)(1). The property to be of­ fered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance Grantor, "AS IS, WHERE IS".Neither the Substi­ To tute Trustee nor the holder of the Manufac­ MARK T. ADERHOLD, tured Home Promisso­ ESQUIRE ry Note, Security Agreement and Disclo­ Substitute Trustee, sure Statement se­ cured by the deed of AS RECORDED IN trust being foreclosed, BOOK 251 AT PAGE nor the officers, direc­ 1 OF THE ASHE PUB­ tors, attorneys, employ­ LIC REGISTRY. ees, agents or author­ ized representatives of IN THE GENERAL either of either the Sub­ COURT OF JUSTICE stitute Trustee or the SUPERIOR COURT holder of the Manufac­ DIVISION 07-SP-97 tured Home Promisso­ ry Note, Security Agreement and Disclo­ IUIE TRUSTEE'S sure Statement make any representation of TATE warranty relating/to the title or any physical, Under and by virtue of environmental, health the power and authority or safety conditions ex­ contained in that cer­ isting in, on, at or relat­ tain Deed of Trust exe­ ing/to the property be­ cuted and delivered by ing offered for sale, DAVID FRANKLIN and any and all respon­ HIGGINS and ROSE sibilities or liabilities MARY HIGGINS, dated arising out of or in any June 28, 2000, and re­ way relating to any corded in the Office of such condition ex­ the Register of Deeds pressly are disclaimed. for Ashe County, North Carolina, in Book 251 This sale will be held at Page 1, and be­ open ten (10) days up­ cause of default in the set bids as required by payment of the indebt­ law. edness thereby se­ cured and failure to This is the 8th day of carry out or perform the August, 2007. stipulations and agree­ ments therein con­ MARK T. ADERHOLD, tained and pursuant to Substitute Trustee the demand of the owner and holder of 2596 Reynolds Road, the indebtedness se­ Suite C cured by said Deed of Winston-Salem, Trust, and pursuant to North Carolina the Order of the Clerk 27106 of Superior Court for (336)723-3530 Ashe County, North Carolina, entered in Exhibit A this foreclosure pro­ ceeding, the under­ BEGINNING on a signed, MARK T. point in the centerline ADERHOLD, Substi­ of NCSR 1354, said tute Trustee, will ex­ point being the cor­ pose for sale at public ner of Voil Perry and auction of the 7th day the Northwest corner of September, 2007 at of the tract herein de­ 3:00 PM at the door of scribed, thence leav­ the Ashe County Court­ ing said road with the house, Jefferson, North Voil Perry line, N 67Carolina, the real prop­ 13 E, 21.94 feet to an erty described in iron stake, N 66-22 E, Exhib­ 177.44 feet to an iron it A attached hereto stake, thence leaving and incorporated here­ the Voil Perry line in by reference (includ­ with a division line of ing permanent struc­ the Ollie Perry prop­ tures, if any, and any erty, S 40-07 E, 229.16 other improvements at­ feet to an iron stake, tached to the real propS 67-12 W, 24.15 feet to a point in the cen­ bile home or manufac­ terline of NCSR 1354, tured home, whether thence with the cen­ single wide or double terline of said road,N wide, located thereon). 46-57 W, 135.26 feet, N 36-25 W, 49.00 feet, The sale will be made N 22-06 W, 43.73 feet subject to all prior liens, to the BEGINNING, restrictions and ease­ containing 1.045 ments or record and acres, inclusive of the assessments, if any. existing right of way of NCSR 1354. The record owner of the above described real property as reflect­ ed on the records of the Ashe County Reg­ ister of Deeds not more than ten (10) days prior to the posting of this Notice is DAVID HIG- JIMMY D. REEVES, ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF KATHERINE SEVERT; HENRIETTA B. ENG­ LAND and husband, PETER V. ENGLAND; LINDA B. WORKMAN (single); KATHY B. STEWART and hus­ band, CALVIN L. STEWART; EDD M. FARRINGTON, JR. (single); LUCY PAR­ SONS and husband, CLYDE PARSONS; GLENDA WALTERS and husband, CECIL WALTERS; JAMES FARRINGTON and wife, RUBY FAR­ RINGTON; CLAYTON FARRINGTON and wife, JANE FARRING­ TON; JOHNNY FAR­ RINGTON and wife, JOYCE FARRING­ TON; BESSIE HALL (Single); IDA STONE (Single); RICHARD FARRINGTON (Sin­ gle); and JOANN WALKER and hus­ band, BOB WALKER; Petitioners vs ANNIE CRINKLEY (Single); DEBRA M. FARRINGTON KEENE (Single); BRENDA J. FARRINGTON McMAHAN (Single); JENNI­ FER FARRINGTON (Single); NANCY FARRINGTON (Sin­ gle) EDWARD DAN­ IEL FARRINGTON (Single); ERIC FAR­ RINGTON and wife, CHERRY FARRING­ TON; WENDY PAIS­ LEY and husband, JEFF FARRINGTON; TOMMY FARRING­ TON (Single); JERRY FARRINGTON and wife, DONNA FAR­ RINGTON; JANET FARRINGTON MILL­ ER and husband, JEFFERY MILLER; and JEFFERY FAR­ RINGTON (Single); Respondents IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 07-SP-76 MQTICELQE SERVICE CATION ' TO: ANNIE CRINK­ LEY (Single); DEBRA FARRINGTON KEENE (Single); BRENDA J.FARRINGTON (Single); McMAHAN JENNIFER FARRING­ TON (Single); NANCY FARRINGTON (Sin­ gle) EDWARD DAN­ IEL FARRINGTON (Single); ERIC FAR­ RINGTON and wife, CHERRY FARRING­ TON; WENDY PAIS­ LEY and husband, JEFF PAISLEY; TOM­ MY FARRINGTON (Single); JERRY FAR­ RINGTON and wife, DONNA FARRING­ TON; JACK FAR­ RINGTON (Single); JANET FARRINGTON MILLER and hus­ band, JEFFERY MILL­ ER; and JEFFERY FARRINGTON (Sin­ gle) TAKE NOTICE that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above spe­ cial proceeding. The nature of the relief sought as follows: For the judicial sale of those lands descri­ bed in the Petition and which were owned by Katherine Severt at the time of her death in West Jef­ ferson Township, West Jefferson, North Carolina. You are required to make defense to such pleading no later the 26th day of September, 2007 and upon failure to do so, the party seeking service against you will apply to the Administrative Functions and Sales/Customer Service Full time position with benefits Make sales calls to customers, take orders via fax, internet, phone and mail, and respond to customer needs and requests. Maintain spreadsheets and generate reports - must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. Make store appointments for deliveries, advance shipping notices, contract with trucking companies for product delivery, following up on truck progress and arrivals. Other duties as needed for business office functions. This position requires excellent telephone, communica­ tion and organizational skills with the ability to multi-task while providing excellent customer service. Ability to work well with others in a fast paced office and be self motivated. An Associates degree or 2 years experience required Mail Resumes to: PO Box 89, Glendale Springs, NC 28629 �FRIDAY , AUGUST 24, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7B Classifieds 1195-Legals the court for sought. relief (fere kitty, 99 kitty, DATED THIS 17th day of August. 2007 VANNOY & REEVES,PLLC By: Jimmy D. Reeves P.O. Drawer 67 West Jefferson, North Carolina 28694 (336)246-7172 You'd think it would be easy DIAMONDS AREN'T A GIRL'S BEST FRIEND Administrator of the Estate of Katherine Severt to spot a kid with a vision problem, but the signs aren't always so obvious. One in four children has a vision problem, but only an eye doctor can Beauty starts on the inside, where women in their late teens and early twenties need strong bones to help prevent conditions like osteoporosis later in life. Regular weight-bearing exercise and a calcium-rich diet are the best lifestyle measures. For more information and advice, visit aaos.org and rjos.org. Read the Classifieds on line at jeifeonpost.com AMIIICM »C»DIKY OF OBTHOFXtOIC SUISIONl good grades and good hand. For more information, visit www.checkyearly.com ^kYeaHy '|D,.wg RjndnTmaJ* ' - WTCP LAWN CARE /Northwest ; B3T sure. vision go hand in HP'" v for childhood learning is visual, RUTH JACKSON ORTMOFAE0IC SOCIETY 01 up. Get OU1. G« marfng. tell And, since 8 0 percent of all Lawn Care, Inc. G»A<DW( CALHOUN CLEARING & GRADING • Foundations • Drainage/Erosion Control • Land Clearing a full line of lawn care or full and pan time residents of Ashe County! 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We are now A Private Trash Service accepting new for Ashe County! accounts Garbage Service includes: Weekly or Biweekly Pickup Residential, Light Commercial and Small Business Accepted Contact us at: 828-394-4944 or 828-292-3211 Toll Free: 877-217-9866 • Sam - 6pm W1 �PAGE 8B FRIDAY, AUGUST 24, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Blues returns to New River on Labor Day weekend What could be a better way to spend an afternoon then to be listening to some great music in a beautiful setting? The second annual New River Blues Festival is returning to Jefferson Landing on Satur­ day September 1st featuring some true legends of the Blues. Jefferson Landing's Riverside Park will once again host an afternoon of music, food, drink and enjoyment on the banks of the New River in Jefferson, NC. This year's line up will highlight such great artist as harmonica virtuoso Chicago Bob Nelson, pianist/guitarist/ vocalist Ann Rabson, South­ ern R&B guitarist Roy Rob­ erts and vocalist Clifford Cur­ ry. Retuning from last year will be Howard Colbert with his brand of piedmont blues and anchoring the weekend will be international touring artist and local favorites, The King Bees. Chicago Bob Nelson has been playing harmonica for over 45 years and got his moni­ ker from Muddy Waters many years ago. He has also shared the stage with many blues greats including John Lee Hooker and Johnny Shines. Nelson has also fronted for his own bands over the years and is well known for his song Chicago Bob Nelson writing abilities as well as his playing. Ann Rabson is known for her two fisted style of pia­ no playing, rousing Piedmont guitar and full bodied vocals that have set her apart as a solo performer. Ann is also known for her work with the award winning female group, Saffire that have been dubbed as The Uppity Blues Women, a true blues treasure. Roy Rob­ erts has been named by Living Blues as Artist of the Year for his fantastic style of Southern R&B guitar work and vocals. Over the years he has toured with such greats as Soloman Burke and Otis Redding but is now known internationally as a front man belting out his noholds-barred style of blues. If Clifford Curry's name sounds familiar, it should. Clifford is an inductee to the Beach Music Hall of Fame and best remembered for his song, "She shot a hole in my Soul". Clifford's early days were spent performing Doo-Wop style vocals and lends itself wonderfully to soul and blues. Along with Howard Colbert and the King Bees it will be hard to find a better lineup in a more beautiful setting, than the New River Blues Festival. This combination of talent is first class! Bring your blanket or chair with you to Jefferson Land­ ing for some of the best music of the year. Jefferson Land­ ing will be providing great food and drink (beer, wine & non-alcoholic) and one of the most pleasant locations for an event in the area. Gates open at Noon and the music goes until 6 pm. Tickets are $10 for adults (12 & younger free) and will be available at the gate. Parking is free but coolers or pets not allowed. For more information please visit the web site at www. newriverbluesfestival.info. A special thanks to our spon­ sors for their support: Jeffer­ son Landing, AF Bank, Blue Ridge Electric, Holiday Inn Express-Boone, Mast General Store, Mountain Times. Questions and answers on Medicare More that 100,000 North Carolinians will turn 65 in 2007. If you are among those who will begin receiving Medicare benefits this year, or if you are a baby boomer trying to prepare for the next phase of your life, you prob­ ably have several questions about how to navigate the Medicare system. The fol­ lowing are frequently asked questions in the Depart­ ment of Insurance's Seniors' Health Insurance Informa­ tion Program or SH1IP: How do I enroll in Medi­ care? If you are currently receiv­ ing Social Security benefits and have paid into the Social Security system for at least 40 quarters, you will be au­ tomatically enrolled in Medi­ care. If you are not receiving Social Security benefits and have paid into the Social Se­ curity system for at least 40 quarters, visit your local So­ cial Security Office to apply for Medicare. What if I don't meet the 40-quarter requirement? If you are an American citizen or lawfully admitted non-documented citizen who is not eligible for premiumfree Medicare, you may pur­ chase the insurance. If you have worked fewer than 30 quarters, you will pay $410 per month for Medicare Part A (hospital insurance). If you have worked 30-39 quarters, you will pay $226 per month for Medicare Part A. Every­ one who receives Medicare pays at least $93.50 for Medi­ care Part B (medical insur­ ance). These premiums are subject to change annually. If I'm not automatically enrolled, when should I apply for Medicare? You have seven months when you can initially ap­ ply for Medicare — the three months prior to your 65th birthday, your birthday month and three months af­ ter your birthday. However, choosing when to enroll dur­ ing these seven months deter­ mines when your Medicare coverage begins. If you enroll in Medicare during the three months prior to your 65th birthday, your Medicare cov­ erage will begin the first day of your birthday month. If you enroll during the month of your 65th birthday, your coverage begins on the first day of the following month. And if you enroll during the three months after your 65th birthday, your coverage is de­ layed two months after the month that you signed up; tal coverage. Your employer group retiree health plan can act as secondary cover­ age to Medicare, or you can purchase a Medicare supple­ ment (Medigap) policy to fill the gaps. You can find an Seniors' Health Insurance Information Program for example, if Mrs. Johnson turns 65 on Aug. 18, 2006, and enrolls in Medicare on Sept. 1, her coverage will not he effective until Nov. 1. Do I need any other insur­ ance besides Medicare? Medicare's basic benefit (Original Medicare) has sev­ eral significant gaps in cov­ erage, so it is recommended that you have supplemen­ CIHIESTNUT GREEK ON SHATLEY MOUNTAHN interactive Medicare supple­ ment comparison guide on SHIIP's Web page, www. ncshiip.com. This program features information about all companies that sell Medi­ care supplement insurance in North Carolina including up-to-date premiums. How do I pay for my pre­ scription medication? Medicare Part D provides prescription drug coverage care health maintenance for people with Medicare organizations (HMOs) and who enroll in a stand-alone preferred provider organiza­ prescription drug plan or tions (PPOs), as well as the join a Medicare Advantage private fee-for-service plans plan. These plans vary and (PFFSs) and Special Need are offered by private insur­ Plans (SNPs). The newest ance companies. Please note: option in North Carolina is Medicare Advantage plans the Medicare Medical Sav­ may or may not include the ing Accounts (MSAs). Each Medicare prescription drug year people with Medicare coverage. Look closely at any may choose among the Medi­ Medicare Advantage plan be­ care Advantage Plan choices available in their area. No fore joining. Low income beneficiaries matter which Medicare Ad­ may qualify for Medicare's vantage Plan a person with prescription drug assistance Medicare chooses as their program through the Social Medicare coverage, they will Security Administration or continue to pay the Medicare North Carolina's newly es­ Part B premium. All of these tablished NCRx program. To Medicare Advantage options are offered in North Carolina; learn more about extra finan­ cial help for Medicare Part D, however, all options may not contact your local Social Se­ be available where you live. The Medicare system has curity Administration office, call NCRx at 1-888-488-6279 seen many changes in recent or call SHIIP at 1-800-443- years, and SHIIP has trained 9354. employees who are educated What are Medicare Ad­ about these changes and who vantage Plans (Part C)? understand that enrolling in Medicare Advantage Medicare can be a daunting Plans are an alternative task for some people. If you health insurance option to have any questions or con­ Original Medicare. This in­ cerns about your Medicare cludes Medicare managed options, please call SHIIP at care plans, such as Medi­ 1-800-443-9354. SANGER CLINJC IS INCREASING ITS NUMBERS IN THE HIGH COUNTRY. SANGER CLINIC IS PROUD TO WELCOME HOME BOONE NATIVE DR. LEVERNE FOX, JR. DR. FOX JOINS THE ESTABLISHED BOONE TEAM OF DRS. ASHLINE, BILLET AND HELAK, AND BRINGS EXPERTISE IN NUCLEAR TESTING, PACEMAKERS AND STENTS, AND TRANS ESOPHAGEAL ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY. DR. FOX IS BOARD CERTIFIED IN INTERNAL MEDICINE, CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES, AND INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOLOGY. Open House at Chestnut Creek on Shatley Mountain Successful On August 18, approximately 300 people showed up for the opening event. The business of offer­ ing and selling lots took place, while visitors en­ joyed the pig picking and bluegrass music by Rock Bottom, Appalachian Mountain Girls, Erick and Brandon Hardin and Friends , and Arvil Scott and Friends. We appreciate the attendance. Each hour there was a drawing for prize money. Winners were as follows: M. Neaves, M. Aloia, J. Edmonds, G. Mouney, N. Eldreth, M. Turnmire, J. Moore, and B. Chandler. Thanks for the support of the community and outside guests. Sincerely, Dallas & Delia Shatley For more information contact Vincent Properties - Blowing Rock at 828-295-0700 SANGER CLINIC, WHERE HEART SPECIALISTS OFFER THE FULL SPECTRUM OF HEART CARE SERVICES, FROM DEVELOPING HEART-HEALTHY ACTION PLANS FOR PATIENTS AT RISK FOR DISEASE TO PERFORMING COMPLEX SURGICAL PROCEDURES, INCLUDING TRANSPLANTATION. LOCAL COMMITMENT. REGIONAL RESOURCES. SANGER CLINIC. & SANGER CLINIC Carolinas HcalthCare System BOONE OFFICE: 175 Mary St., Boone, North Carolina 28607 828-264-9664 timwiifflwvnr lirinrfryinnnn', >• * mm �Saluting our veterans and troops kdam Monahan, Airman E-3 .ansing, NC JS Navy for 2 Yz years active ind 6 years reserves SGT Daniel L. Blevins West Jefferson, NC US Army veteran, 4 years of service Marsh, Jefferson, NC US Army Engineer Corps 2 Yz years US Army 1945-1947 SGT E-5 Matthew L. Danielson West Jefferson, NC US Army for 3 years ll W i BW|y 4 • ' liK • SPC 4th Class David Clark Shoemaker West Jefferson, NC US Army 1968-1970 PFU Gwyn t. Harless West Jefferson, NC US Army for 2 years, active reserve for 8 years Master SGT Arthur A. Kimbro Fleetwood, NC US Air Force for 2V/z years PFC Estel Perry US Army 1943-1945 Deceased 1988 PVT Harold B. Colvard Jefferson, NC US Army 1946 Served stateside Arvil Ray Wood Lansing, NC US Navy 1974-1980 Lansing, NC US Army for 2 years in Vietnam Veteran Technician 4"' Grade Arthur F. Pasley, Jr. Grassy Creek, NC US Army 1945-1946 Spec. 4m Class Joe Franklin Barnes Crumpler, NC US Army E3 Machinist's Mate Staton M. Apple, West Jefferson, NC Currently in the US Navy • *• % CPL Norvel Houck He was the first Ashe County serviceman killed in action in Korea. Spec. 4th Class Stephen Sharpe Shoemaker West Jefferson, NC US Army 1967-1969 John F. Miller, Sr. 2nd Class Stewards Mate West Jefferson, NC U.S. Merchant Marine R. Milt Houck Todd, NC US Navy Veteran Tommy Ray Price - Spec 4 West Jefferson, NC US Army for 22 months PFC Hyte Judson Blevins West Jefferson, NC US Army, served during World War II Captain John Mack Pennington Jefferson, NC US Army 1939-1947 1s' SG Randall West Jefferson, NC US Army 1966-68; 1976-1994 Jefferson, NC US Army 1958-1961 West Jefferson, NC US Army 1944-1946 Deceased Feb. 11, 2005 Lee Owen Miller ww Corps, 2 years of service Deceased March 7, 1945 SP 4 Robert "Mark" Blevins West Jefferson, NC US Army, 3 years of service William" Praser tiler Fleetwood, NC US Army 1958-1960 (Eddie) Key, West Jefferson, NC US Army 1966-1968 E6 Jack Elliot Horton, Jr. Glendale Springs, NC US Navy 24 years PFC Lloyd Winford Grubb US Army 1944-1945 Deceased Dec. 15, 1987 Technician 5,h Grade Robert (Bob) Fletcher McNeill, West Jefferson, US Army 1942-1945 (E-9),Trade, i iv US Navy 1959-1978 Specialist 4th Class (E-4) Claude B. Neaves Jefferson, NC US Army 1959-1961 Calhoun US Army 1942-1943 Staff SGT James H. Blevins West Jefferson, NC US Army Veteran Staff Sgt Lucas Michael Everhart, Sellerville, PA US Army, 6 years of service Currently in active service. Schwirtz Jefferson, NC US Navy 1941-1946 Cloyd Earl Hodges West Jefferson, NC US Navy 1944-1946 Specialist 4,h Class George Winford Grubb, West Jefferson, NC, US Army 1966-1968 Major James D. Franklin West Jefferson, NC US Army and US Air Force 1939-1964 E-4 P03rd Lyle Clark Judson Jefferson, NC US Navy 1963-1967 Tech. 5 R.W. Butch Blevins West Jefferson, US Army, 3 years service. Deceased December 2001 I II a « SSG E6 Fred A. Houck Todd, NC, NC ARNG and 120th Infantry Veteran Creston, NC US Army 1959-1965 Zane Grey Nuckolls West Jefferson, NC US Army, European Theater. 1942-1946 Deceased March 1, 2004 1st Sgt. Mark A. Massey Jacksonville, NC US Marine Corps, 22 years SGT Conley B. Cheek Fleetwood, NC US Army 1941-1945 Pearl Harbor vet HM-3 E-4 Gerhard W. Kalmus Jefferson, NC US Navy 1960-1966 SGT James G. Judson West Jefferson, NC US Army 1967-1970 Private Mason H. Dollar West Jefferson, NC US Army, dates unknown PVT Sidney Reeves McNeill US Army Jan 7, 1952 - Sept. 12, 1952 •Commander C.M. "Mac" Hunt Jr., M.D. Swansboro and Fleetwood, NC US Navy (Ret) •Brandon Dillard West Jefferson, NC Army 1994-98 •Chief Master Sergeant E-9 Myrton Hall Warrensville, NC USAF 1965-91 •ABF-5 Robert F. Curtis Lansing, NC US Navy 1964-68 •William Lee Eldreth West Jefferson, NC Navy Deceased 1995 •SPC 4 John Murray Fleetwood, NC US Army 1961-67 • CPL Robert H. Efird Millers Creek, NC USMC 1955-58 •CPL Ernest J. O'Banion West Jefferson, NC USMC 1951-53 •SSGT James Harold Culbreth West Jefferson, NC US Army 1944-46 •Denver Millard Grogan Fleetwood, NC Navy, 2 years Served in World War II. Deceased 2006. •PVT McKinley Grubb Todd, NC US Army, 1 year •SPC-4 David Kim Houck Fleetwood, NC Army, 2 years •SSG Jeffery Lee Houck West Jefferson, NC US Army (active) 11 years, Army National Guard 5 years •SGT E-5 Stephen Henry Miller West Jefferson, NC Army, 2 years • Recruit Philip S. Walter West Jefferson, NC Currently in US Marine Corps boot camp. •David Howard Wood West Jefferson, NC US Navy 1969-73 •Seaman 2nd Class George Howard Wood Todd, NC US Navy, 1 year Deceased 2007 •Seaman 1st Class James Wesley Woods Todd, NC Navy, 15 months •SPC-5 Jimmy Dale Wood Jefferson, NC US Army, 2 years Served in Vietnam. •SP-5 Sam Howell Crumpler, NC Army 1966-68 •PVT George W. Miller West Jefferson, NC Army 1943-44 Deceased 1994 •Major George W. Beitzel Jefferson, NC US Army 1987-07 •2nd Class Machinist Mate Stanly Barker Grassy Creek, NC US Navy 1953-57 •PFC Jessica Brown Lansing, NC Army (currently Fort Lewis) •Francis X. Amato EM3 West Jefferson, NC USN 1984-87 •CPL Jimmy L. Dancy Jefferson, NC US Army •James R. Eldreth BROS Jefferson, NC Navy 1955-74 •Seaman 1"' Class Allen Gordon Finley Wilkesboro and Jefferson, NC US Navy •CPT Kelman Gomo Jefferson, NC US Army •PFC Anthony Greer Lansing, NC Army Reserves •Mike Allen Harman Warrensville, NC Army 1966-68 •SGT Joseph Ronnie Hopkins West Jefferson, NC Army, 2 years Served 1 year in Vietnam. •DK2 Ralph C. Jones Sr. Crumpler, NC US Navy, 4 years •SP/4 Teddy Jones Conover, NC Army 1962 •E-7 Tracy Lemly Fleetwood, NC Army 1955-58,Army National Guard, 20 years E-7 Charles L. •SFC "Leonard" Miller Jefferson, NC US Army 1952-75 •T/SGT Vaughnly R. Miller Jefferson, NC US Air Force 1947-70 •CPT Carol Pollack West Jefferson, NC Don't miss all the veterans and troops featured in a special section in this issue! USMC 1963-77 . •CPL Kenneth Terry Pruitt Crumpler, NC USMC 1965-68 •ChiefWarrant Officer Wilbur A. Wright Jefferson, NC US Navy •CW4 Wilbur D. Wright Jefferson, NC US Army 1951-77 Infantry 1951-1954, Missile Maintenance Officer 19551977. •SP5 Mary C. Desautels Lansing, NC US Army 1971-76 •SFC Ernest M. Crepps Jefferson, NC Army, 5 years • T' Lt. Phillip Eugene Rhyne West Jefferson, NC National Guard •SPEC 4 Darrell Dean Severt Jefferson, NC US Army Recipient of the Purple Heart. �FRIDAY, AUGUST 24, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS 'Greater Tuna' opens Ashe County Little The­ atre's production of Greater Tuna opens this Friday night, August 24, at the Ashe Civic Center. This hilarious comedy, writ­ ten by Jaston Williams, Joe Sears, and Ed Howard, features an eclectic band of citizens por­ trayed by only two performers. Directed by Tom Fowler and Robbie Franklin, and produced by Jane Lonon, Greater Tuna has entertained audiences since its creation. You will want to be part of the audience as Robbie Franklin and Tbm Fowler bring the men, women, children and even animals of Tuna, Texas to the Ashe Civic Center stage. Evening shows will be offered on August 24, 25, 31, and Sep­ tember i, with curtain at 7:30 nightly. Two Sunday matinees will be offered on August 26 and September 2, with curtain at 2:00. Let's look at bit more closely at those characters played by Robbie and Tom: Tom plays Thurston Wheelis, co-anchor of OKKK; he then morphs into Elmer Watkins whose main concern is that the KKK deals with the issue of sharecroppers, into Bertha Bumiller, keystone of the book snatching patrol and mother of Jody, Stanley, and Charlene Bu­ miller. Moving from the human to the animal,Tom takes on the persona of Yippy, part rat ter­ rier and part chihuahua . Back in the human world again, Tom becomes Pearl Burras with a personal vendetta against all dogs, except her husband's prize hunting dog Ripper. He also portrays R. R. Snavely who spotted a UFO that looked much "like a gigantic hovering chalupo." To wind up this role, Tom is Reverend Spikes, the cliche king, Sheriff Givens, and Hank Bumiller, who spent four years in prison after robbing a filling station. Volunteers honored Post photo by Linda Burchette Ashe County's outstanding volunteers for 2006 and 2007 were recently honored with a luncheon at Fraser's Restaurant and presented state certificates and county pins. Volunteer Coordinator Dawn Goodman and Commissioners Judy Poe and Larry Rhodes presented the awards and congratulated the volunteers on their state recognition. Pictured from left are, seated: Judy Poe, Geneva Brooks (for AEV 07), Chelsea Sexton (youth 07); standing: Larry Rhodes, Dallas Williams (senior 07), Stephen Shoemaker (individual 06), Joedy Eller (for AF Bank 06) and Jim Weaver (for ASAP 06). Not pictured are: Sarah Sullivan (youth 06), Charles Caudill (senior 06), Creston VFD represented (organization 07). Robbie Franklin opens with Aries Struvie, Tom's co-anchor on OKKK. His next character is Didi Snavely, who recounts the story of Mama and the sor­ ghum syrup, and Harold Dean Lattimer, the weatherman who arises at 4:30 tostand in a near­ by field and assess the weather. Robbie then makes instan­ taneous character changes, playing Petey Fisk, head of the Greater Tuna Humane Soci­ ety; Jody Bumiller, who adopts Petey's stray dogs; Stanley Bu­ miller, Reform School drop-out, and Charlene Bumiller, whose life-long dream is the be a Tuna, Texas cheerleader. Throw in Chad Hartford, reporter; Phineas Blye, perpetual candi­ date for City Council, and Vera Carp, and you, the audience have met many of the colorful characters of Tuna, Texas. You'll want to be in the audi­ ence to find out how all of these characters connect and to learn all of their secrets. Reserved seating for Great­ er Tuna is available in advance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students; they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846-ARTS. OPEN HOUSE FOR GENERAL PUBLIC AND REALTORS Saturday 25, 2007 11:00 am to 2:00 pm Food catered by Smokey Mountain BBQ Door prizes for public Drawing for Realtors OH WHAT A BEAUTIFUL MORNING! WHEN YOU WAKE TO THIS VIEW El FRY DAY!! Own this beautiful and conveniently located Home w/over 2900 sf. Attention to detail abounds! Situated on over Vi acre and 2-Car garage plus 2-car carport included! Must see to appreciate!!! MLS #152743 Jjk S!|fl p| DIRECTIONS: From the Hwy. 221/163 intersection, travel Hwy. #163 apx. 4 miles to left on Nikanor Road Continue to 2nd house on left. For details call LISA RANDOLPH 336-977-8148 Heritage Realty 336-246-2664 OMTM m f Thanks to our many business sponsors! 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We Located at Shatley Springs Inn in Grumpier, NC j � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 68 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JP_2007_0824 Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C., August 24, 2007] Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a title="Jefferson Post" href="http://www.jeffersonpost.com" target="_blank">Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C.]</a> Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Newspapers Is Part Of A related resource in which the described resource is physically or logically included. <a title="Jefferson Post" href=" https://omeka.library.appstate.edu/collections/show/47" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Jefferson Post</a> Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant West Jefferson (N.C.) 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It was a day of celebration for the sacrifices made by veterans past and present and all those troops serving today. The day began with a lun­ cheon at the National Guard Armory saluting veterans and active military with special guest, Major General Richard Tryon with the US Marine Corps. Tryon recognized vet­ erans of conflicts from World War II to today's conflicts in Iraq, Afghanistan and the Philippines. Tryon said "thank you" to the veterans and active mil­ itary for their service and the legacy of freedom in this country they have handed over to the cur­ rent and future generations. Veterans and service members were also thanked by Col. James Cohn with the North Carolina National Guard. "We need to teach our young men and women what you did," Cohn said. "We appreci­ ate you. We're proud of you. We thank you, and on behalf of those still in uniform, we want to live up to the standard you set for us." LTC John Marsh with the Ashe County JROTC read a roll call of veterans who have passed away since Memorial Day 2006, and the JROTC posted col­ ors for the event. Sgt. Jo­ seph 08borne ered at the armory enjoyed a lunch catered by Smoky Mountain Barbecue, and all joined in singing "God Bless America" before climbing on­ board buses for a trip to Fam­ ily Central and the continua­ tion of this special day. It was a hot, sunny day at Family Central, a bit too warm for many of the older veterans, but many folks gathered to see ground, said the Australians have an even bigger flag. It was an impressive sight to see the jumpers, which included Bill and Brenda Gatter. The most moving moment of the event came when Maj. Randall G. Baucom. public af­ fairs with the 1" "Ironhorse" Brigade, l"1 Cavalry Division from Fort Hood, Texas, peared home for their support of the troops. In a message to Moody fol­ lowing the event, Maj. Bau­ com said, "Whenever I start to doubt the support back home, dedicated people like your­ self seem to step forward and reassure me that care and concern for the soldiers out here is still in the forefront of the minds of the people back home." Communications were also made with the North Caro­ lina National Guard 106" Engineering Unit stationed Winston-Salem and coming home next week, and with the 1J8 Navy at Bagram Airfield in Afghanistan. A connection with the 4th Fighter Wing of the US Ah' Force, from Seymour Johnson Air Base in Goldsboro and stationed at Manas Air Base in Kyrgyzstan, could not be maintained. There were smiles, tears, applause and cheers for these brave men and women serv­ ing in harm's way. It was a special moment of connection between the peaceful moun tains of Ashe County and tht with t h e screen 1450th with soldiers NC Nafrom North Carolina cur­ t i on a1 rently serving in Iraq to talk Guard with Rotary Club member the led m e m - Vicky Moody, who coordinated Pledge of bers of the Green the event, and audience mem­ Allegiance Beret Parachute Team bers. It was a live communica­ and Jes­ from Fort Bragg make two tion from Camp Taji in Iraq. ous and hostile part of tinsica Kolsjumps onto the field. Ja­ The soldiers told a little about world. eth offered mie Lynn unfurled a 33 by themselves and the work Activities at Family Ceftg beautiful 65-foot American flag as they are doing and answered trtil also included equipment rendition of he jumped, the largest questions from here at home. from the military on display, "The National flag used in jumps in the Maj. Baucom became very recruiting stations for the Anthem." U.S. Jamie's wife Sandy, an­ emotional at one point when various branches, n patriotic Set: Tribute, page .5 Those gathnouncing the jumps from the he thanked the people at >• ^ ' •**' ; j Post photo by Linda Burchette and photo (center) by Susan Roark At left, people who attended the tribute had a chance to speak live with North Carolina soldiers stationed in Iraq. Center: Susan Roark's fantastic picture of a Green Beret paratrooper bringing Old Glory to the tribute. • Local physician reaches goal by Jim Thompson Editor A lot of people talk about climbing to the top, but for Dr. Doug Butler,. that goal became a multi-decade ad­ venture. Between the 1980s and 2003, Butler climbed to the highest point in each of the 50 states. His odyssey took him from the "lowest highest" point—345 feet in Florida— to the 20,230 foot summit of Denali, otherwise known as Alaska's Mount McKinley. Butler has recorded his amazing adventures in a new book, A Walk Atop Amer­ ica: Fifty State Summits and a Dream to Reach Them All. Parkway Publishers is to release the book early next month, and Butler will have a signing at Skyland Books and Gifts in downtown West Jefferson shortly after it ap­ pears. His first highest point to reach was, reasonably enough, Mount Mitchell, this state's "top." That happened in the 1980s, largely by chance. "I was driving along the Blue Ridge Parkway and saw the sign for Mount Mitchell and decided to go up," he said. From that starting point, Butler became interested in achieving this goal on a na­ tional level. After tracking down the highest points— which are obscure in some, mostly non-mountainous, states, he set out to accom­ plish his goal. The final two stops were a study in contrasts. The 49th high point was an intersec­ tion in downtown Wilming­ ton, Del. That was simple enough, but the last one was the most challenging of all. It is always winter on the top of Denali—better known as Mount McKinley. To reach its 20,230 foot summit re­ quires two climbs—first one to bring up supplies part way, then a second one to head to the top. Next week, we will have an interview with the author about his adventures in this amazing journey to the high­ est points of America. Photo courtesy of Doug Butler Physician and author Dr. Doug Butler, on Granite Peak, the highest point in Montana. National TV commercial taped at WJ Chevrolet . . . . . . . , . , . . . . Post photos by Teresa Roark Laws West Jefferson residents may recognize their town on TV this fall, thanks to the state-of-the-art facility of West Jefferson Chevrolet. The newly opened dealership on Mount Jefferson Road was chosen to have a national Silverado truck commercial filmed at the facility, specifically to showcase the modern features.There are only four stores of this caliber in the United States. West Jefferson Chevrolet owners Neil and Karen Church were excited to welcome Howie Long, Pro Football Hall of Fame defensive lineman and television personality, to the store on Saturday. Howie was part of the Silverado commercial, tailgating before a football game.The dealership was filled with actors and actresses with big and small parts in the commercial The commercial agency brought in their own catering company to feed their staff filming the commercial, and it was an exciting time for the store and its staff. The lights and action may have attracted a lot of interest from passersby, and it didn't stop customers from driving through the lot to see what West Jefferson Chevrolet has to offer. The nationally televised Silverado commercial can be seen on any national network during October. At left, the film crew gets ready for a take. At right, actors performing in the commercial take a break from the dav's heat Center, Howie Long greets a young fan during the session. Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffer8onpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com Skyland hosts reception for teachers IRS issues phishing warning 'Baby Day's coming to Wal-Mart All local teachers are invited to attend a special reception in their honor this Thursday from 3 to 5 p.m. at Skyland Books and Gifts. Refreshments will be served and an area author who has written a novel about ancient Rome for middle school age students will be on hand to sign her book, Getorix: The Eagle and the Bull. She will also have a special gift for all teach­ ers who attend. There will be a drawing for a store gift certifi­ cate and for a copy of this new book. For informa­ tion, call 846-2660. The Internal Revenue Service last week warned taxpayers of a new phishing scam, in which an email purporting to come from the IRS advises taxpayers they can receive $80 by filling out an online customer satisfaction survey. The IRS urges taxpayers to ignore this solicitation and not provide any requested information. The IRS does not initiate contact with taxpayers through e-mail. This follows several earlier warnings about similar scams this year involving purported—but false—emails from the IRS. Wal-Mart and the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children will host the annual "Baby Days" event in select Wal-Mart stores on September 8. At this event, parents and guardians can receive a complimentary child ID kit with DNA swab and pick up safety tips to help their children build a lifetime of safety and well-being. To learn more about the "Baby Days" event, find a local participating store and to confirm dates and times, visit the "In Stores Now" section of www. walmart.com. �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, AUGUST 28, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Howard Preston Lyle Jefferson July 6,1940 August 14, 2007 Mr. Howard Preston Lyle, better know as Preston, age 67 of Jefferson, NC died Tues­ day, August 14, 2007 at his home. Mr. Lyle was born July 6, 1940 in Troy, MI to the late Eugene and Anna Lyle. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by his stepmother Madge Brown Lyle. Mr. Lyle was a member of the Warrensville Baptist Church. He was an active in the Ashe Masonic Lodge, Ashe Shrine Club, where hp served as a past president, Ashe Jaycees and the Kiwanas Club. He enjoyed fishing at Myrtle Beach. Savannah Jade Holland West Jefferson August 16, 2007 Savannah Jade Holland, the infant daughter of Troy Allen Holland and Ina Victo­ ria Perry, of West Jefferson, died Thursday, August 16, 2007 at Ashe Memorial Hos­ pital. A memorial service was Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, August 17, 2007 at Badger Funeral Home Chapel by Rev. Wayne Osborne and Rev. Jeff Nave. Burial will follow in Ashelawn Memorial Gardens with mili­ tary and Masonic rites. The family received friends from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Thursday, August 16, at Badger Funeral Home. Mr. Lyle is survived by: His wife: Helen Lyle 1 sister: Norma Renz and husband Robert of Delaware Nieces and nephews: Dan­ ny Jones and wife Robin, Gary Jones, Leonard Shatley, Tim Walker, Mark Walker, Beverly Greene. Angie Whittington, Bobbie Dunion and husband Rick, Diane Kilpatrick and husband Danny, and Donna Bennett and husband Ronnie. Flowers will be appreciat­ ed or memorials may be made to: Ashe Shrine Club, PO Box 877, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or Warrensville Baptist Church, PO Box 286, War­ rensville, NC 28693 You may send email condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. held on Wednesday, August 22, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel with speaker David Jones of­ ficiating. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Lee May Mr. May is survived by a son, Chris May and wife Deb­ orah of Fries, Va.; a daughter, Angela May of Galax, Va.; August 21, 2007 three sisters, Hazel Surber Mr. Lee May, age 61 of and husband Don, Ruth Tay­ Galax, Va., formerly of Ashe lor and Mary Buchanan all County died Tuesday, August 21, 2007 at Twin County Hos­ of Whitetop, Va.; a brother, Donnie May and wife Donna pital in Galax. Mr. May was of Lansing, NC; three grand­ born September 1, 1945 in children, Channing, Cody and Ashe County to the late Paul Alexandrea May; a great­ and Ossie Carpenter May. grandchild, Isabella May; and In addition torn his parents special friends: Viola, Mehe was preceded in death by linda and Kenna Taylor and sisters; Grace Baldwin, Ruby Richard Wilmouth. Eller and Martha Eller. Several nieces and neph­ The family received friends ews also survive. from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. on You may email your condo­ Thursday, August 23, 2007 lences to the family through at Badger Funeral Home. our website at www.badgerfuGraveside services were held neralhome.com. at the May Cemetery follow­ Badger Funeral Home is in ing the visitation. charge of the arrangements. Galax, Va. September 1,1945 Mary Pauline May Buchanan Whitetop, Va. March 6,1941 August 22, 2007 Mary Pauline May Bu­ chanan, age 66, of Whitetop, Va, passed away Wednes­ day, Aug. 22, 2007 at Smyth County Community Hospi­ tal, Marion, Va. She was born March 6, 1941 at Lansing, NC to the late Paul and Ossie Carpen­ ter May and was also pre­ ceded in death by her hus­ band, Franklin Buchanan; three sisters, Martha Eller, Grace Baldwin and Ruby Young; brother Lee May, and a grandson, Daniel Isaiah Testerman. Surviving, daughters and William Thomas "Bill" Hartzog Millers Creek January 18,1933 August 19, 2007 Mr. William Thomas "Bill" Hartzog, age 74, of Green Acres Mill Road, Millers Creek died Sunday, August 19, 2007 at his home. Funeral services were held Wednesday August 22, 2007, at 2 p.m. at Reins-Sturdivant Chapel with the Rev. John Elledge and Gordon Rawls of­ ficiating. Entombment was at Mountlawn Memorial Park. Mr. Hartzog was born Jan­ uary 18,1933 in Ashe County to Thomas and Eula Pendry Hartzog. He served 20 years in the United States Air Force. After retiring from the Air Force he worked 21 years at First Union Bank. A daughter, Sherry Lynn sons-in-law, Jeanne Buchan­ an of the home, Shirley and Ron Haywood of North Wilkesboro, NC, Terri Griffey of Marion, Va., Melissa and Dwayne Testerman of Lan­ sing, NC and Melinda and Eddie Walls of Damascus, Va; brothers and sisters, Donnie and Dona May of Lansing, NC, Hazel and Don Surber and Ruth Taylor, all of Whitetop, Va. One granddaughter, six grandsons and two great grandchildren also survive. A graveside service was conducted Sunday, Aug. 26, 2007 at the Miller Cemetery in Whitetop, Va. Pastor Miri­ am Dakin and Pastor Kathy Hutton officiated. Arrange­ ments were made by ReinsSturdivant Funeral, Inde­ pendence, Va. Hartzog preceded him in death. He is survived by: his wife, Reba Elizabeth "Lib" Norris Hartzog of the home; our sis­ ters, Rita Blackburn and hus­ band, Ray of Winston-Salem, Pat Hardin and Husband, Earl, Shirley Vannoy and husband, Kyle all of West Jef­ ferson and Sandie Ellis and Husband, Bruce of Advance. The family will receive friends at Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home Wednesday from 12 until 2 prior to the service. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Hospice of Wilkes, 1907 West Park Drive, North Wilkesboro or to American Cancer Soci­ ety, 6000 Fairview Road, Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28210. On line condolences may be made at www.reinssturdivant.com. Please note: Obituaries must be received by 8:30 a.m. on Monday to appear in Tuesday's edition of the newspaper. Now playing: Greats Tuna The curtain opened last Friday evening to a packed hall as Ashe County Little Theatre brought the hilari­ ous comedy Greater Tuna to the Civic Center stage. If you were not in the audience last weekend, you certainly will want to be there this weekend as ACLT presents the second and final week, of Greater Tuna. Two evening shows will be offered on Au­ gust 31, and September 1, with curtain at 7:30 nightly. One Sunday matinee will be offered on September 2, with curtain at 2:00. Written by Jaston Wil­ liams, Joe Sears, and Ed Howard, directed by Tom Fowler and Robbie Franklin, and produced by Jane Lonon, Greater Tuna is set in Tuna, Texas, the state's third small­ est town. Last weekend's audience was treated to the actors' creation of the men, women, and even animals of Tuna, Texas as Tom and Rob­ Photo courtesy of Ashe County Little Theatre bie each played eleven differ­ Tom Fowler (left) and Robbie Franklin in a scene from Greater Tuna. ent characters. Robbie was a thoroughly believable Texan, taking to for setting the "high" stan­ latter roles are most like the Grande Valley His theatre the microphone as Aries Stru- dards of Tuna's educational Robbie Franklin people know career began when he donned as the founder of McFarland an elephant's head in an el­ vie. His Petey Fisk made ev­ system. Robbie's theatre career Publishing Company - by his ementary school production. eryone in the audience want to go out and adopt a puppy began with his portrayal of own admission, he makes his Significant roles followed in­ or kitten, or perhaps even a Count Dracula. His back­ living by publishing and "cod­ cluding Annie Get your Gun, A Funny snake. He moved comfort­ ground includes a wide range dling au­ of experience, from writing thors." T h i n g ably in the characters of the Happened Tom's whining Bumiller children, a thesis on Eugene O'Neill, to directing Thirst (one of p o r t r a y a l on the portraying Jody, Stanley and O'Neill's more obscure works), of Bertha Way to the Charlene in such manner as Forum, to make everyone feel sorry to directing Steele Magnolias. B u m i l l e r , On Gold­ for poor, suffering Bertha. On the performance side of a long sufthe spectrum, Robbie was f e r i n g , en Pond, Robbie's most mesmerizing self and most character was Vera Carp, most recently seen in The For­ and recently the well heeled leader of the eigner, but his favorite roles d e l u d e d have been Henry Higgens, in mother of as Don book snatching patrol, who My Fair Lady, and the King three, gave Quixote in believed in her heart that she new mean­ Man of La was personally responsible in The King and I. The two ing to the Mancha idea that and as the Rev. D. Rodney Frye of Raleigh, Allyson A. Frye a mother narrator of Norcross, GA; grandson, must love Hiddenite in Into the Christopher Frye; grand­ all of her Born 1937 Woods. At daughters Katherine Frye, c h i l d r e n last count, *ttied July 27, 2007 Lauren and Shannon Clark, e q u a l l y . Tom has HIDDENITE - Rev. D. Rod­ Hannah Roger-Frye and MaFrom Pearl ney Frye was born in Forest more that r^ida Rogers-Frye; brother City NC in 1937. He graduat­ Burras and fifty five ed from North Mecklenburg W^liam V. Vrye and wife her bitter pills to the Klan- theatre credits to his name. Marlene Hagftr Frye of Spar­ High in 1955 and attended Whether you have seen tanburg; and sister, Suzanne leading Elmer Watkins to R. Brevard College from 1955R. Snavely and the Reverend the show and want to see it Frye Caldwell and husband 57, then served in the United Clyde of Cornelius; as well as Spikes, Tom changed from again, or are waiting to see States Army from 1957-60. a multitude of loving nieces one role to the next one seam­ it this weekend, you don't Rev. Frye graduated from want to miss your chance to and nephews of several gen­ lessly. Davidson College in 1964. He Tom's most natural charac­ see these two dynamic, ver­ erations. Rev. Frye is preced­ completed a four year course ed in death by parents Leon terization is that of Thurston satile actors as they bring of study and achieved a cer­ and Nannie Sue Frye; sisters Wheeiis, who Tom admits to Tuna, Texas to life. Reserved tificate from Duke Divinity Mary Helen F. Jones, Leonelle be most like the Tom Fowler seating for Greater Tuna is School. He was licensed as a F. Baxter, Theda F. Harris; the Ashe County populations available in advance from the local pastor in the Western and brothers Robert D. Frye sees every day. Currently Ashe County Arts Council. NC Conference of the United and Richard "Tippy" Frye. working as a real estate ap­ Tickets are $10.00 for adults Methodist Church in 1994. Rodney's family would praiser, Tom's first job was a and $5.00 for students; they He died July 27, 2007. urge that in lieu of flowers, DJ for stations in Louisiana, are now on sale at the Ashe Rev. Frye was currently donations be made to Ashe Oregon, and close to the heart Arts Center, either in person, pastor at Carson's Chapel Outreach Ministries at 9382 of Tuna, Tom was the DJ for or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. UMC and Rocky Springs Hwy 88 West, Warrensville, KSOX, the Magic of the Rio Credit cards are accepted. UMC in Hiddenite, NC. He NC 28693. formerly served as pastor Rodney's family wishes to at Clifton, Smethport and express their great apprecia­ Warrensville UM Churches tion for the loving care of Hos­ in Warrensville, NC and at pice nurses Melody Worsham GRANDFATHER MOUN­ Weather Service reporting Spencer Memorial UMC in and Beth Bleavins. TAIN, NC - A high of 80 station located next to Grand­ Charlotte. A Celebration of Life ser­ Rodney is survived by vice will be held at Clifton degrees on Friday broke the father Mountain's Mile High his wife, Myra Carpenter United Methodist Church on previous record for August 24 Swinging Bridge. The all time highest tem­ Fry; son, Dwight R. Frye, Jr Saturday, Sept. 1 at 3 p.m. of 76 degrees set in 1975. This is the eighth time perature ever recorded on the and wife Theresa of Cary, The family will greet friends in August 2007 when a new Mountain was 83 degrees set NC; daughters, Elizabeth F. at Ashe Outreach Ministries daily high temperature re­ August 22,1983 and again on Price and husband Doug of in Clifton after the service. cord was set at the official US July 26, 2005. Raleigh, Katherine C. Frye GREATER TUNA New heat record Quick loan approval on... • • • • • home auto construction business personal Lisa Adams, Loan Processor, Carta Branrwn, Manager and loan Officer West Jefferson (m S. Jefferson Ave. (336) 846-1044 zr cr c: Highlands Union Bank O) "Faces you know ... 33 Peopleyout r u s t . ~ h O �JEFFERSON POST TUESPAY/ AUGUST 28, 2007 PAGE 3 COMMUNITY NEWS The Raleigh Report by Rep. Cullie Tarleton by Rep. Cullie Tarleton Special to the Post As our state and nation grow, the amount of energy we consume grows with it. The fuels we traditionally use to power our homes and offices are finite, however. To support the tremendous growth we expect in North Carolina over the next 20 years, we have to work now to make better use of renewable energy, find alternative fuels and to find more and better ways to conserve energy. My colleagues and I in the Gen­ eral Assembly made several important improvements in this area this past session. We became the first state in the Southeast to set a renew­ able energy standard for pow­ er companies. We resolved to cut energy use in state build­ ings and we agreed to make it more affordable for people to use and produce biofuels and bioenergy. In the years ahead, these types of initiatives will be­ come increasingly important to maintaining our strong economy and our quality of life. Thank you for your support in these efforts and I hope you will contact me if you have any questions or concerns. Renewable Energy North Carolina took a ma­ jor step forward this year in environmental policy by es­ tablishing a requirement that North Carolina power utili­ ties get at least 12.5 percent of their power from renewable sources and energy efficiency by 2021. A utility could meet the standard, for example, by Rep. Cullie Tarleton getting 10 percent of its en­ ergy from renewable sources and showing that it has im­ proved the efficiency of its customers by 2.5 percent. The Fines imposed after open burning ban RALEIGH -The N.C. Divi­ sion of Forest Resources has started issuing a $100 fine, instead of warning tickets, to anyone violating the ban on open burning that the state agency put in place on Tues­ day. The division had issued warning tickets for the first two days of the open burning ban as people learned about the ban. The division imposed the ban on open burning and can­ celed all burning permits at noon on Tuesday because of the drought, which is drying forest fuels such as pine straw and increasing the chances of wildfires. The purpose of the ban is to protect the public from the hazards of wildfires, including the poor air quality associ­ ated with smoke. The division is hopeful that the ban will help curb the number of wild­ fires because the No. 1 cause of wildfires in North Carolina is human carelessness. As of 5 p.m. Wednesday, the dry conditions had helped spawn 597 August wildfires - nearly triple the average number of wildfires North Carolina usu­ ally experiences this month. In addition to the $100 fine, people found in violation of the open burning ban will have to pay for court costs. The following are a few facts about the law regarding the ban on open burning: •The burn ban does not apply to cooking fires, such as grills or outdoor cookers. •The ban does not apply to a fire within 100 feet of an occupied dwelling. This area is under the jurisdiction of the county fire marshal. The Division of Forest Resources has solicited the assistance of county fire marshals across the state. These local of­ ficials may ap­ ply a burn ban to that 100-foot area to assist with this. Oth­ er local ordi­ nances and air quality regula­ tions may also apply. •If a fire within that 100-foot area escapes con­ tainment, a North Carolina forest ranger may take rea­ sonable steps to extinguish or control the fire. The person responsible for setting the fire may be respon­ sible for reim­ bursing the N.C. Depart­ ment of Envi­ ronment and Natural Resources for any ex­ penses related to extinguish­ ing that fire. •Open burning includes burning leaves, branches and other plant material. It is al­ ways illegal to burn trash, lumber, tires, newspapers, plastics or other non-vegeta­ tive materials. •Outdoor burning is also Library seeks board member The Board of Trustees of the Ashe County Public Li­ brary is seeking candidates to fill a seat on the board that will become available in December. The Ashe County Library Board serves as an advisory board to the Ap­ palachian Regional Library (ARL) Board, which makes policy for the three-county library system comprised of Ashe, Watauga, and Wilkes. The regional board is made up of representatives from each of the three local library boards. Local board members play a vital role in ensuring ex­ cellent library service in the county, providing direction to the County Librarian and the Appalachian Regional Li­ brary Director, and making important recommendations to the ARL Board. In Ashe County, board members have been the driving force behind the library expansion project, groundbreaking for which is planned for spring 2008. Board Chair Sally Zwadyk states, "With the expansion and renovation of the library underway, this is an excit­ ing time for the library and much work needs to be done. No other building in Ashe County provides so much for so many." The Ashe County Library Board meets on the third Monday of each month at 12:30 p.m. in the library meeting room. Meetings are open to the public. Anyone who wishes to serve should submit a letter of interest to Sally Zwadyk, Chair, Ashe County Library Board, 148 Library Drive, West Jefferson, NC 28694. Letters must be received no later than September 14, 2007, in order to be consid­ ered. prohibited in areas covered by Code Orange or Red air quality forecasts. Smoke from outdoor burning is unhealthy to breathe and contributes to ozone, haze and other air quality problems. The issuance of any new permits has been suspended until the ban is lifted. Local fire departments and law en­ forcement officers as well as officers with the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission are as­ sisting the Division of Forest Resources to enforce the burn ban. For more information, please contact Brian Haines, public information officer with the Division of Forest Resources, at (919) 733-2162, ext. 234 or (919) 218-9728. bill (S3), which I supported, is expected to help cut pollu­ tion and our dependence on foreign oil while also creating more of a market for renew­ able energy. There was lots of debate about the goal. A companion House bill called for 20% but was later reduced to 15%. S3 started at 15% and was reduced to 12.5%. I argued that the goals should be challenging but achievable and I think 12.5% is achiev­ able. Since our energy here in the high country comes from Blue Ridge Electric which is a co-op, I stayed in close contact with them as we debated this bill. North Carolina is the first state in the Southeast to adopt such a standard and it came after months of nego­ tiations between lawmakers, utility company representa­ tives and environmentalists. Gov. Easley signed the bill into law this past week. I per­ sonally think we can do better that 2.5% from efficiencies. During debate in committee, I urged our major utility com­ panies to devote a large por­ tion of their advertising and marketing budgets toward educating the public on ways to conserve energy and how we can be more efficient. Our budget ensures the future of the State Energy Office, the state's lead agency for energy programs and ser­ vices, by appropriating nearly $2.7 million from the general fund for operating costs. Near­ ly $2 million of the money will be used for a utility savings initiative and to support the operation of energy centers at North Carolina State Uni­ versity, North Carolina A&T State University and Appa­ lachian State University. The state also gave the office $5 million for a reserve fund to support energy efficiency in state buildings. The work be­ ing done at ASU is very im­ portant and we worked hard to maintain the funding. Conservation The state continues to try to be a model for responsible energy use and a bill we ap­ proved this year backs up our commitment. The bill (S668) requires existing state build­ ings to reduce energy con­ sumption 20 percent by 2010 and 30 percent by 2015, based on 2003-04 levels. New build­ ings are designed and con­ structed to use 30 percent less energy. It also requires state agencies and institutions to file annual energy manage­ ment plans, strategies, and reports on consumption. Bio-energy We showed our support for alternative energy sources this year by expanding a bio­ energy initiative at North Carolina State University. The $1.5 million in additional money will help research­ ers find new technologies for efficient and clean use of traditional energy sources; alternative, environmentally safe, and renewable energy sources; and research of ener­ gy technologies and their im­ pact on the North Carolina's rural economy. The South­ eastern Energy Field Labora­ tory in Duplin County will be the focal point of much of the work and will also serve as a demonstration site for beanery, wind, thermal and solar projects. A new law prevents mu­ nicipalities or neighborhood associations from banning the use of solar panels. The panels use the heat of the sun to produce energy. They are sometimes banned because they are considered unsightly, but a bill (S670) signed into law last month prohibits out­ right bans while still allowing reasonable rules about where the panels can be located. Fuel Bio-diesel fuel produced by an individual for their per­ sonal use in a private vehicle is no longer subject to the motor fuel excise tax under a bill (S1272) we approved. Such fuel is sometimes made from discarded cooking oil or similar products and support­ ers of the measure argued the materials shouldn't be taxed twice. School buses that use diesel fuel must be able to operate with B20, fuel that contains at least 20 percent of bio-diesel. The bill (S1452) also requires that beginning June 1, 2008; at least 2 per­ cent of the fuel purchased annually by local school dis­ tricts for school buses must be a minimum blend of B20. Another bill (S1277) requires that new state-owned ve­ hicles that run on diesel fuel must carry a warranty that assures they are capable of running on B20. As part of the state budget, we improved the tax credit we have given since 2004 to companies that build renew­ able fuel production plants. The changes allow more flex­ ibility in the credits and are expected to attract more such plants to the state. Miscellaneous Counties and cities can now reduce building permit fees or give partial rebates to encourage construction of buildings designed to con­ serve energy. The North Carolina Build­ ing Code Council has been given authority to study how much hot water lines should be insulated to achieve great­ er energy efficiency and will amend the North Carolina State Building Code if neces­ sary. The council has until April 2008 to report its find­ ings to the state Environmen­ tal Review Commission and the General Assembly. ' NASCAR R PRIZES my 77 Pick the winner of the race & win $20! Be sure to watch theNASCAR Nextel Cup Series 500 on Sunday, September 2nd and play the NASCAR contest with the Jefferson Post. Please check our Friday, September 7 edition for the winner information on this race. J. 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Foxx needs to immerse herself in studies of the Con­ stitution of the United States of America, the intent of the Founders - via the Federalist Papers and the Republican form of government. Actu­ ally it should be an annual requirement for all in govern­ ment positions - citizens too. In her study, Rep. Foxx would find that government does not exist to do FOR but to GIVE EQUAL OPPORTU­ NITY TO. As a matter of fact, she would find that whole healthcare system unconsti­ tutional. (That is another sto­ ry.) However, when the Fed­ eral Government ceases to be "Big Brother" doing FOR and keeps to its roll of giv­ ing EQUAL OPPORTUNITY TO, our illegal alien problem among umpteen other things would end. Beware when you are told that "The government exists to do what people can't do for themselves." LeNore C. Ketchum Spending too much, teaching too little John Hood Jefferson Express your views The editorial page of the Governor Gov. Michael F. Easley Sen. 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Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 5 TUESDAY, AUGUST 28, 2007 FROM THE FRONT Legendary Arthur Smith to be at Greater LA Festival by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Festival season continues in Lansing next month with lots of family fun in the 9th annual Greater L.A. Festi­ val, sponsored by the Lan­ sing Volunteer Fire Depart­ ment and Lansing American Legion. The festival opens Fri­ day night, Sept. 7, on the American Legion Ball Field in Lansing with hamburg­ ers and hot dogs at 5 p.m. and gospel music from 6 to 9 p.m. Featured will be Heri­ tage, Sacred Ground, and the Peace Haven Church Choir. Events take place all day on Saturday, Sept. 8 begin­ ning at 9 a.m. Enjoy break­ fast with biscuits, apple des­ sert and coffee. Other food available during the day in­ cludes hamburgers and hot dogs, barbecue chicken, and funnel cakes. Music begins at 10 a.m. with Tanya Hudler sing­ ing the National Anthem. The Tanya Stewart Hudler Family will sing at 10:10 a.m. followed by the Sturgill Baptist Church Choir at 11 a.m., Tom Gentry and spe­ cial guest Arthur Smith at noon, Forever Settled Bluegrass Gospel at 1:30 p.m., the Grayson Highlands Band at 2:30 p.m. and Rock Bottom Bluegrass Band at 4:30 p.m. Lansing native and Char­ lotte area resident Tom Gen­ try enjoys spending time in his hometown and will perform his popular "Ashe County, I Love You" song he wrote for the county's bicen­ tennial in 1999. Music legend Arthur "Du­ eling Banjos" and "Guitar Boogie" Smith was host for many years of the "Arthur Smith and The Crackerjacks" show on Channel 3 in Charlotte, broadcast around the nation. Information from Gentry notes that "Smith was re­ cently honored by his home state of South Carolina when Governor Mark Sanford pre­ sented him with The Order Governor San­ ford." " S m i t h is a music icon," Gentry said, "having written such multi-million selling hits as 'Guitar Boo­ gie,' which was one of the first tunes ever to reach number one on both country and pop mu­ sic charts. The best-selling instrumental he wrote was Photo by Roger Allan, Office of The Governor 'Dueling BanLegendary songwriter and performer Arthur Smith, planning to perform at jos,' from the the Sept. 8 Greater L.A. Festival in Lansing, was recently honored by South movie DelivCarolina Governor Mark Sanford with The Order of the Palmetto. Pictured at erance. He's the recent presentation are, left to right: Lansing nativeTom Gentry, Governor penned songs Mark Sanford, Dorothy Smith, Arthur Smith and Allan Miller. for such art­ ists as his per­ of The Palmetto, which is ing his music with the world. sonal friend, the highest civilian award Earlier this month Arthur the late Johnny Cash, as bestowed on South Carolina was invited to the governor's well as for Ricky Van Shelnatives. Arthur was reared office in Columbia to person­ ton, George Beverly Shea in Kershaw, SC, later shar­ ally receive this award from and others. The familiar 'Woo Hoo' tune played be­ hind Vonage Telephone TV commercials was also writ­ ten by Arthur Smith." Gentry also noted that fellow Ashe County native George Hamilton IV was a long time cast member on the "Arthur Smith and The Crackerjacks" show, which was a top rated program on Charlotte's WBTV and around the nation, airing in some 40 markets, including Los Angeles. Saturday at the Greater L.A. Festival will be filled with lots of special activities including an apple butter making demonstration, rides on the General Lee, and free door prizes. And vendors will offer a wide variety of items such as crafts, antiques and collectibles, and historical memorabilia. Vendor spaces are still available. Camping spots are also available. Admission to the festival is $2 with children under 6 admitted free. For more in­ formation, call 384-3456 or 384-2907. Steve Lewis, other stars to appear on Mountainhome Music As our nation pieced itself back together after the Civil War, and as industry turned its engines full throttle, work­ ers began to recognize their own power; they began to demand safe working condi­ tions, a fair wage, and the right to organize: the Ameri­ can labor movement, and a day to honor it, Labor Day, was born. Grover Cleveland was president. The year was 1884. The Appalachian region continued to be an individual­ istic, farm-based economy, but mining and textile mills be­ gan to expand. Family farms diminished, and workers be­ gan streaming into factories, and, in coal regions, into the mines. Again, worker safety and security emerged, and workers' rights became an on­ going, generational struggle. In recent years, particu­ larly in this region, Labor Day is less about organizing and more about simply hon­ oring those who build and drive and farm and clean and do the jobs that are the fabric of our community. But there is a connection between the past and the present, between hard won worker rights and the opportunities of today. Mountainhome Music will share this journey in story and song on its annual Labor Day show, A Salute to Workers. As always, Joe Shannon will nar­ rate and the Mountainhome Bluegrass Boys and friends will provide the music. This includes master musician and multi-instrumentalist David Johnson, award-win­ ning banjo and guitar player Steve Lewis, award-winning mandolin and fiddle player Scott Freeman, bassist Josh Scott, singer Gay Gingrich, and old-time flatfoot dancer Robert Dotson. The concert will be 8:00 Sunday, September 2nd at the Blowing Rock School au­ ditorium in downtown Blow­ ing Rock. Tickets are $12.50 in ad­ vance and $15.00 at the door. Tickets for college and high school students are $10.00 (at the door only). Tickets may be purchased at the Hayes Performing Arts Center, Mast Stores, Rydell Music Center, Pandora's Mailbox in Blow­ ing Rock, Fred's Mercantile on Beech Mountain, and Blue Grandfather hosts Kidfest GRANDFATHER MOUN­ TAIN, NC - On Saturday, September 8, Grandfather Mountain will celebrate Kid­ fest, a day designed to get kids excited about the nature and culture of the North Car­ olina Mountains through fun and entertaining activities. Kidfest, now in its fourth year, is hosted by the Grand­ father Mountain Naturalist staff and meant to provide kids with their very own spe­ cial day at Grandfather. The day will begin at 9:00 a.m. with a guided hike at the Woods Walk with Natural­ ist Jesse Pope. Unexpected secrets will be shared about the things that live inside the logs and under the rocks in the woods. At 10:00 a.m. and again at 3:00 p.m. the Animal Habi­ tat staff will be available to talk with guests in the wild­ life habitats and will lead "enrichment" activities for the otters, cougars and deer. "Enrichment" is a term that describes the diversions that the staff presents to the ani­ mals to break up the routine of their days and give the ani­ mals something unusual to get excited about. Sometimes they offer the animals toys to play with and sometimes they offer them puzzles to solve so that they can get their treats. A "Birds of the Blue Ridge" live demonstra­ will tion take place at 11:00 a.m. Owls, hawks and a few more feathered friends will delight visitors in the Nature Museum Au­ ditorium. Bird expert Nina Fischesser, from the Blue Ridge Wildlife Institute, will share great stories about the personalities and adventures of the birds. Children visiting Grand­ father are invited to get their faces painted from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Fudge Shop. Previous attendees have had their faces adorned with snakes, spiders, flowers, butterflies and lots more. Mountain culture is an equally entertaining part of Grandfa­ ther Moun­ t a i n 's Kidfest. Storytell­ er Glen Bolick will be on hand to spin his yarns and keep kids laughing with ex­ citing and humorous stories of mountain charac­ ters and their adventures at 12:30 p.m. In addition to knowing how to tell a tall tale, Bollick can play (and build) any instrument that has strings. He'll bring out a few of the traditional (and not so traditional) bluegrass instruments and pepper his storytelling with songs. At 1:30 p.m. kids will be invited to play "The Thicket Game" at the Woods Walk. A nature fanatic's version of hide and seek, the Thicket Game lets kids experience for themselves how wild animals and birds use their colors and markings to blend in with their surroundings to keep from getting caught. One last game at 3:30 p.m. will end the day's activities. "Quick Frozen Critters" is similar to freeze tag and plac­ es children as animals trying to get back to their "home" base while navigating around predators. The first 250 children ages 4 to 12 will receive an activ­ ity packet upon arrival at the park. Packets include pic­ tures for coloring, puzzles for solving and other interesting handouts to entertain kids when they get home. Grandfather Mountain's Kidfest is included as part of the regular park admission. For more information, phone 800-468-7325 or visit on the web at www.grandfather.com. Moody said, and it will air on UNC-TV with a segment at 7:30 Wednesday night. Both TV producers want to meet with Moody within the next two weeks to discuss next year, and both Maj. Gen. Tryon and Lt. Gen. Metz want to work with her ahead of time for next year's event. "This is neither a money­ maker nor a fundraiser for any reason other than to cover the expenses," Moody explained about the donations. Many have agreed to bill for costs only. "Many of us paid out of our own pockets, and will con­ tinue to do so,"she said. Other than the county commission­ ers, who had to cancel the fireworks they purchased due to the state burning ban, the two largest contributors to the event were personal friends of Moody from Midland, Texas. Other large contributors were AEV, Gates and Rainbow Re­ cycling and Botanicals. "I personally cannot put a price on honoring our troops and veterans," Moody said, "so I will continue to do what I can to raise the funds to pay the expenses once all the final bills and contributions are in hand." To help with these expenses and contribute to next year's event, send a donation to: Jeffersons Rotary Club Founda­ tion, RO. Box 1045, Jefferson, NC 28640. A cookout at Ashe County Park is planned on Thurs­ day, Sept. 13 for volunteers as the Rotary Club, the DAV, VFW and American Legion, join together. The JROTC and the Beta Club from Ashe County High School, plus the students from the classes of Walter Pugh and Bill Weaver and volunteers who stepped forward, are invited. "I simply cannot continue to do this myself, and must have volunteers to chair com­ mittees beginning months ahead of time," Moody said. "Those committee chairs must be willing to commit for the entire event and recruit their own volunteers. There will be a meeting in October to begin work on next year's event." Moody said the deadline for veteran's forms was ex­ tended after Aug. 15 just to try to get more published, but that deadline will not be able to be extended next year. If those who contributed photos with those forms want their original photos back instead of placing them in the scrapbook, they need to come to Family Central (where they have bingo in the old cafete­ ria) from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Thursday, or come by Moody's house in the evenings. Con­ tact her at 877-2552. Videos of the event are on the website at www. ashecountyarmedforces.org. Moody will be sending care packages to the troops, so if anyone has anything they would like to include, it can be dropped off at the Family Central bingo site on Thurs­ day between 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. "More than anything," Moody said, "there are so many who worked so hard behind the scenes making this happen for months in ad­ vance who need thanks, espe­ cially the DAV, American Le­ gion and VFW, Sandy Shatley, Sylvia Jordan and Bill Ash­ ley. I want to thank everyone who played a part and who came out to participate in the events." Watch for more photos and information about this event in upcoming editions of the Post. Moon Guitars in West Jeffer­ son. Tickets may also be pur­ chased online at www.mountainhomemusic.com. The purpose of Mountainhome Music is to honor the music and musicians of the Appalachian region. It is af­ filiated with the Blue Ridge Music Trails, a project of the North Carolina Arts Council. Mountainhome Music concerts are broadcast live on WECR, FM 102.3, on FM Highway 106.1, and on the Internet at www.goblueridge. net. For more information, go to the Mountainhome Music website or call 828-964-3392. Now in Digital Sound SHOWTIME Sun-Thurs 7PM Only Fri & Sat 7 & 9 PM GII. EML El GIB •G1G1E1B 1 IGIEIE ' Theatre One The Nanny Diaries; ^ Theatre Two pil \<m Pronounce Ton Chuck and Larry PG13 |E|Ejg' G1E1G1G]E 1E1G1G1G1S lovie scneauie ror August 24 - August 30,2007. 1E1G1E I rsi en GI RA RA RA EIEI GIGIEI EI T Count on us for your financial advice. Tribute continued from front page art show (with results to be announced), fun for children, music and food. Everyone seemed to have a great time despite the scorching heat. Moody hopes to continue the Armed Forces Tribute next year and encourages volun­ teers to get involved early in the planning. "This was never intended as a simple day at the park for Ashe County," Moody said. "It was a day wherein I at­ tempted to make it easy for Ashe County to come together and show their support for our veterans and our troops. Bringing hundreds of our vet­ erans together at one time, and live communications with those troops in Camp Taji, Iraq, in Afghanistan,, in Tikrit, Iraq, all were an attempt to listen to the stories of those who served our country and tell them 'thank you,' to close that disconnect between the lives we live of peace and free­ dom to exercise our options of Saturdays filled with shop­ ping and sports and grilling outside with friends. Not just voice it to me, buf to the veter­ ans and troops themselves." The National Guard is writ­ ing an article on the event, Heather Burgess 1441 Ml. Jefferson Rd. West Jefferson, NC 28694 (336) 246-4345 Carolyn Lineberry 205 S. 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The first automobiles? We are hoping that some of our readers will know. One final note: we suspect this was shot in West Jefferson, but are not sure of the exact location. Have an idea—or the answer? Call Editor Jim Thompson at 846-7164, email at jthompson@jeffersonpost.com, or stop by. Photos courtesy of Lisa Osborne At left, the winners of the 2nd annual High Country Summer Fiun Pageant, held in July at the Ashe County Civic Center. At right, Madison Osborne (left), who was crowned the 2007 Miniature Miss Trade Days Queen and Bobbie Jean Williams, who was 2007 Overall Supreme Trade Days Queen. Local ladies take honors at pageants The 2nd annual High Coun­ try Summer Fun Pageant was held on Saturday, July 14lh at the Ashe County Civic Center. There were 7 age di­ vision winners crowned, as well as two Overall Supreme winners. "The pageant was so much fun!" said Pageant Director Lisa Osborne. Lisa would like to thank all of the contestants and their parents for participating and making the pageant a success! The new 2007 High Coun­ try Summer Fun Queens are: Baby Miss: Macayla Kanoy Toddler Miss: Gracie Gray­ son (not pictured) Wee Miss: Allison Stafford Little Miss: Samantha Hannah Junior Miss: Denise Cal­ houn Teen Miss: Karissa Love Miss: Brittany Shepherd Overall Mini-Supreme: Kayleigh Miller Overall Supreme: Stepha­ nie Burwell The newly crowned queens donated school supplies for the Ashe County School Sup­ ply Drive. Lisa would like to remind all girls age birth to 25 years of age that the 4lh annual Princess of the High Coun­ try Pageant will be held on Saturday, Sept. 15 at the Ashe County Civic Center. This pageant is an "Official Preliminary" to the 2008 Princess of North Carolina State Scholarship Pageant. For more information or for an application, contact Lisa Osborne at 336-977-0909 or e-mail Lisaoz@skybest.com. STAFF ACCOUNTANT UUhen I consider your heavens, the work of your fingers, Local The first Trade Days Pag­ eant was held on Saturday, June 16 in Trade, Tenn. Bob­ bie Jean Williams, who is the 12-year-old daughter of Buster and Leslie Williams of Laurel Springs, NC, was crowned the 2007 Overall Supreme Trade Days Queen. Bobbie Jean was also the Best Dress, Prettiest Smile, Photogenic, Portfolio and Swimwear winner in the Ju­ nior Miss Division. Madison Osborne, who is the 7-year-old daughter of David and Lisa Osborne of Jefferson, NC, was crowned the 2007 Miniature Miss Trade Days Queen. Madison was also the Best hair, Pret­ tiest Smile, Photogenic, Port­ folio and Swimwear winner in the Miniature Miss Divi­ sion. Congratulations girls! We are very proud of you both! The H&R Block Income Tax Course will teach you how to prepare tax returns and develop tax-saving strategies. 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Land develop­ ment continues to rise, push­ ing back rural communities. Some fear that in the pro­ cess, a way of life will be lost, and turn to small farms to preserve their land. Because small farms can't compete with large-scale, agribusiness farms in the conventional foods market, many turn to growing niche markets such as organic foods. In the last five years, North Carolina has lost more than 6,000 farms and 300,000 acres of farmland, according to the U.S. Department of Ag­ riculture. It is one of the top states leading the nation in high farmland losses. Many small, family farmers turn to local marketing and alterna­ tive farming methods to re­ main economically sound. "I think local food mar­ keting is what will keep farms viable," said Richard Boylan, Alternative Agricul­ ture Agent 'for NC Coopera­ tive Extension in Ashe and Watauga counties. And keeping farms vi­ able is in the best interests of Ashe County. Even as farmlands disappear, North Carolina agriculture brings in more than $60 billion each year. This big business pro­ vides local jobs. In 2002, 16.5 percent of all North Carolina jobs were farm-related, ac­ cording to the USDA. And farmland costs the state less in government services than developed land. An American Farmland Trust study found that working farmland takes only 34 cents out of every tax dollar in government ser­ vices, which results in a net profit for the tax base. Not only is farming an eco­ nomically valuable choice, it is an aesthetically pleasing choice as well. Preserving the state's "green space" means preserving the area's rural appeal, and farms are an eco­ nomically productive way of doing this. But to remain eco­ nomically viable, small farms are learning the value of spe­ cialization. One of the fastest growing specializations is or­ ganic products. "People who are attracted to the high country are at­ tracted to this green space, the farming tradition, gour­ met food, which is always fresh food, and they are inter­ ested [in] the ecological ben­ efits of buying local," wrote Deborah Baldridge, a local farmer at Honeysuckle Farm, in an e-mail. "This is more than an idealistic approach; it's an economic approach." Organic farming is a rap­ idly expanding part of U.S. agriculture and has doubled twice in the past 15 years, ac­ cording to data gathered by the U.S. Department of Agri­ culture. In 1997, there were 980 acres of organic cropland in North Carolina and no pasture or rangeland for or­ ganically raised livestock. In 2005, North Carolina had 81 certified organic operations, 1,801 acres of organic crop­ land and 51 acres of pasture and rangeland for organi­ cally raised livestock. These numbers continue to grow as the market for organic foods increases. "We can't grow enough," said Ann Rose, owner of Rose Mountain Farm in Lansing. Rose quit work as a nurse and started working fulltime on her family's farm about 18 months ago. The farm became certified organic earlier this year, and organic products have changed her financial outlook. When she went from working a failing quarter horse farm to organic produce and livestock, the difference was obvious. Not only does Rose enjoy the ben­ efits of being self-employed, spending more time with .her family and setting her own schedule, but "the difference is huge" between prices for traditional and organic prod­ ucts. Farmers turn to organic farming for many reasons, in­ cluding to lower input costs, conserve nonrenewable re­ sources, capture high-value markets and boost farm in­ come, according to the USDA Web site. Also, "a lot of farmers find organic farming more inter­ esting," Boylan said. Instead of a "cookbook" approach to bugs and pesticides, organic farmers address many natu­ ral factors, such as weather, soil and what kind of plant the pests prefer. In many cas­ es, planting a border around the primary crop will distract pests. "You plant a crop for the bugs," Rose explained. Solu­ tions like this one are the result of research and experi­ ence, and organic farmers in the area believe in sharing their resources. The New River Organic Growers (NROG) is a sup­ porting organization for local organic farmers. There are currently 12 active, produc­ ing organic farms involved in NROG and 30 farms that are peripherally involved. Through this organization, farmers come together for ed­ ucation and cooperation with others in the region. NROG members work together to sell their products to whole foods stores and restaurants through Eastern Carolina Organics, a farmer-owned co­ op that connects local farmers with buyers. Because these small farms are selling local­ ly, restaurants in Greensboro can get fresh produce the same day it's harvested from his farm in Valle Crucis, said Charles Church. For more information about alternative farming measures, contact the Co­ operative Extension at 336219-2650. Attorney General warns on phony greeting cards R A L E I G H — C o n s u m e r s other harmful program like should be on the look out for adware or spyware. electronic greeting cards sent The goal of a virus is to by email that may include wreak havoc on your comput­ viruses or spyware that can er and in many cases destroy infect computers and lead to your hard drive. Adware typi­ identity theft, Attorney Gen­ cally bombards your computer eral Roy Cooper warned. with pop-up ads and can even "Think twice before you get into your address book and open up an e-card that claims send spam and other emails to come from a friend or neigh­ out in your name. Spyware bor," said Cooper, who along is a program that scans your with members of his staff has computer for personal and fi­ recently received emails that nancial information that can may be e-card scams. "Scam- be used to steal your identity. mers are using what looks In some cases, spyware can like a friendly greeting card include key-logging software to attack your computer and that records your keystrokes steal your good name." at a secure website, such as at The email appears to be an your bank, and sends that in­ electronic greeting card sent formation to thieves who can by a friend or family mem­ use the information to steal bers, but once you click on the your money. link you may be prompted to Cooper offers the following download a program in order tips to make sure others don't to read the card. Depending fall victim to these not-so on the scam, the program friendly greeting card scams. could actually be a virus or • Be suspicious if the email claims the card is from s o m e one generic like friend, r e 1 a tive, or neighbor, Most legitimate e-cards require the sender to insert their name in the"from" line. •Ifthe e-card c o m e s from a name or email you don't reco g n i z e, don't open it. Delete it from your inbox. • Be cautious when opening attachments, clicking o n links or downloading software. Only open attachments, downloads and links when you know the sender, • Set up a spam filter in your email to reduce the number of unwanted and poteritially dangerous emails, • Install anti-virus and anti-spyware software on your computer and update it frequently, • Read the fine print before accepting the terms of agreement when you download any software or programs. • If you think you may have opened one of these fraudulent e-cards, r u n virus and spyware scans on your computer. Also, alert your friends not to open something that appears to be an e-card sent by you. New book tells of walking Blue Ridge Parkway by Katherine Brownlow Staff Writer The Blue Ridge Parkway may be America's most vis­ ited National Park Service site, but few, if any, have seen it in the same way as Tim Pegram. This North Carolina native backpacked the 469mile parkway in 2003, and "The Blue Ridge Parkway By Foot" is the result of his journey. In many ways, reading this book is like taking a one- on-one nature hike with an experienced ranger who sin­ cerely loves what he is doing. Pegram pauses in his nar­ ration to point out interest­ ing flora and fauna or to tell pertinent anecdotes from his personal experience or from the area's history. This book is a treasure trove of infor­ mation about the Blue Ridge Parkway and has the same educational value as a park ranger's nature hike, but the wealth of stories make it a CONTRIBUTIONS TO SOUTHI RN APPALACHIAN STUDIES, THE BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY BY FOOT A Park Rangers Memoir id pleasure to read. The story begins in 1974, with Pegram's first job as a park ranger along the Blue Ridge Parkway. At the Peaks of Otter park, Pegram discov­ ered the road that would be­ come a life-long fascination. Pegram briefly describes his early life as a park ranger to set the scene for the real focus of this book: his hike from Shenandoah National Park in Virginia to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in North Carolina. Pe­ gram set out on his adven­ ture with six ground rules, ranging from not spending any nights in motels to not eating any raisins during the trip. Throughout the book, Pe­ gram recounts the sights and smells of his journey with an accuracy and detail that betray his many years as a park ranger along the park­ way. He frequently shares the Latin names of plants and identifies regional wild­ life. Another telling habit Pegram shares is his ten­ dency to approach any sort of mishap as though he were still wearing his green park ranger uniform. Shoes lying by the side of the road and stripes of black rubber on the pavement are cause for investigation and specula­ tion, which he shares with the reader. Pegram offers a unique perspective of a part of the country that is usually only viewed through the wind­ shield of an automobile. At the same time, he admits that his point of view is not the one for which the park was created. According to Pe­ gram, Blue Ridge is "a scenic parkway...[made] to comple­ ment America's love affair with the automobile." But his slower pace and attention to detail result in a book that brings together the past and the present of the Blue Ridge Parkway. Pe­ gram also manages to merge the natural and the unnatu­ ral elements of a road that winds its way through both wilderness and commercial meccas. Readers who haven't been to the Blue Ridge Parkway before may be planning a trip after reading this book. For those who have already been there, this book brings to life remembered places and embellishes memories with fresh details. "The Blue Ridge Parkway By Foot" is Pegram's first book. More information: "The Blue Ridge Parkway By Foot: A Park Ranger's Memoir" by Tim Pegram McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers / mcfarlandpub.com / order a copy at 800-253-2187 or come by their office in Jefferson. Ashe County Little Theatre presents GREATER TUNA Two actors play eleven real Texas "characters" WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER 0RTIMBERLAND S t a r r i n g Tom Fowler and Robbie Franklin Produced by Jone Lonon MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 Costumes by Cheryl Roberts Aug. 24, 25, 26, 31 and Sept. 1, 2, 2007 Fridays & Saturdays 7:30 pm; Sundays 2:00 pm ASHE CIVIC CENTER n •VISA Adults: $10 Students: $5 Reserved Seat Tickets Available at the Ashe Arts Center Call (336) 846-ARTS �PAGE 8 TUESDAY, AUGUST 28, 2007 JEFFERSON POST JA ASHE MEMORIAL HO 11..nil Ashe Memorial Hospital Welcomes John A. Sundin, M.D. General Surgery tammmsBs*.*,. The Ashe 9/le Foundation co Dr. John Sundin received his undergraduate degree from the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia. He then received his medical degree from the Medical College of Virginia in Richmond, Virginia. Dr. Sundin completed his general surgery residency at Hospital of St. Raphael, Yale Affiliate at New Haven, Connecticut in 1989 and at Yale Regional Surgical Residency Program at Bridgeport Hospital in Bridgeport, Connecticut in 1992. Dr. Sundin's office is located adjacent to Dr. Charles Jones. His practice opened on April 16, 2007. For more information or to make an appointment, please call 336-846-8939. Hie 2tu Pouncfa ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL INSTALLS POWERFUL NEW CT IMAGING TECHNOLOGY FROM GE HEALTHCARE Septemb 6:00 in Hie The System Provides a Diagnostic Tool for the Local Community Ashe Memorial Hospital announced today that it has acquired a new, advanced Computed Tomography Scanner from GE Healthcare. The BrightSpeed offers the latest in "multi-slice" CT technology along with clinical applications that will allow Ashe Memorial Hospital's physicians to quickly and accurately perform multiple diagnostic exams. These exams help diagnose disease or lifethreatening illness such as chest pain, stroke and cardiovascular disease. With the exceptional image quality, productivity, and reliability found in GE's CT products, Ashe Memorial Hospital physicians are now able to offer quality care right here at home. The system was installed in November 2006. "Our acquisition of the BrightSpeed raises the level of care that our physicians can provide for a multitude of injuries or illnesses which may lessen the need to transfer critically ill patients to other hospitals away from their family and friends," said R.D. Williams, CEO. "This system is patient friendly and its speed of producing accurate scans will help our physicians to begin treating patients by helping them to provide the diagnosis or cause of illness in a shorter period of time than previously possible. The high resolution imaging capabilities of BrightSpeed lets physicians optimize dose to the patient while at the same time gathering required diagnostic information that may reduce the need for additional, and sometimes uncomfortable, procedures. With advanced data processing features, patient information can be quickly shared with referring physicians, including threedimensional (3-D) renderings of internal organs such as the heart and coronary arteries. "As the one of the first hospitals in our area to offer this technology, Ashe Memorial Hospital is on the leading edge of providing excellent patient care that benefits both patients and physicians," said R.D. Williams, CEO. "We are proud to once again raise the level of excellence in the healthcare services offered to the residents of Ashe County." CT Concepts Computed Tomography (CT) System, also known as a "CAT Scan" is a medical diagnostic tool that allows the visualization of internal structures within the human body. This aids physicians in diagnosing disease, viewing internal abnormalities and assessing the extent of trauma damage. During a typical CT procedure, the patient is placed on a table.The table then moves the patient through the gantry (a donut-shaped device), which houses an X-ray tube and detector array. For each image acquired, the X-ray tube rotates around the patient and the X-rays pass through the patient to the detector array, and thousands of X-ray measurements are acquired. The computer then processes this information and displays the corresponding images on a computer screen. (See Figure 1) This imaging technique avoids any superimposition of organs or tissues upon one another that might occur during other types of X-ray tomographic studies. The CT exam creates images analogous to a single slice of bread from a whole loaf or a slice from an orange. (See Figure 2) Hence, the word 'slice' is often used to describe a view of patient anatomy. The quality of an image depends on the nature of the X-ray source and detectors, the number and speed of the measurements made, the details of the reconstruction technique (algorithm), the machine characteristics, and the methods of data display and interpretation. The computer allows healthcare professionals to shade, rotate, correlate and measure anatomy in the image. This data can be manipulated to derive even more precise clinical information. While conventional X-ray can discern tissue density difference of five percent, CT can distinguish a density difference of 1 percent or less, aiding in diagnostic confidence. Figure 1 MOUNTAIN FAMILY CARE CENTER A r X• r ] jl 4 1 J Our After Hours Clinic is located at the Top Dog Clinic in Warrensville at the Ashe County Middle School. This center is NOT an extension of our emergency department, but a clinic that is available to you and your family for non-emergency care. Clinic Hours: Monday - Thursday 5:00 ~ 9:00PM • Saturday ~ 8:00AM - 5:00PM Friday and Sunday -Closed Call our staff at: 336-384-6322 for more information •MM Jefferso Jefferson, 9 CBfachffie OptionaC Open (Bar anc (Dinner a CoupL CaCC336-846-0712 t www.ashei We've added a new tool to our website to make inter; can now search for news and information on 5000 hea! website at ww w.iisbenttmorial.«Hf (I r Putting a Beaut on the faces t • ( osiiit in 1 H'uiistrv n| rv • Wool i n • Kvstomlive IH iilish v liisir y • < row u s I U K I Itricfiics irises * Surgery • Turfi lis \ci I I'TING KIDS! FRANCIS X. AMATO I Ashe Memorial Hospital Suite I • Jel!crs< dire your family the gift of a ASHE SERVICE! Providing a broad range el services tks enhance their dignity and help tht Board Certified Nurse Aide Home Delivered Meals Intergeneralional Day Care Volunteer Opportunities Information and Referral < ongregate Meals Mult Da) Health ( a r e Group Respite S e n i o r C e n t e r Activities Senior Housing �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, AUGUST 28, 2007 PAGE 9 PITAL noriaCJfospitaC cfiaCCy invites you HEALTH TIPS Leukemia, Flu Link Ex­ plored Cases of acute lymphocytic leu­ kemia (ALL), the most common form of childhood leukemia, in­ creased after the two most re­ cent outbreaks of severe flu in the United Kingdom, according to an Oxford University study. Researchers stressed that the re­ sults provide no proof of a causeeffect relationship but rather a correlation that might be ex­ plored in future studies. Data revealed sharp upswings in ALL in 1976 and again in 1990-each time just a few months after flu epidemics. One Cell Becomes a Trillion Leukemia, in its acute forms, begins with one cancerous cell that goes on to form a trillion or more leukemia cells. These are white blood cells, but they do not function like other white cells in fighting infection. They also crowd out normal red blood cells, charged with delivering oxygen to cells, and platelets, which are needed for the clot­ ting of blood. Radiation, Leukemia Link Is Clear The link between nuclear radia­ tion and the risk of leukemia is r well established. After the atom­ ic bomb attacks on Nagasaki and Hiroshima in World War II, the leukemia rate for survi­ vors living within a thousand miles of the blasts was 20 times higher than that of the general population. An increased risk of childhood leukemia in offspring of these survivors,l however, has . /V \l J livY Ai./ Di'fijS y . i 11.1—'i not been demonstrated. One study found an increased risk for children exposed to radiation in utero, but other studies failed to confirm this result. Pre-Diabetes in Mothers a Risk It's long been known that dia­ betes during pregnancy is a risk for both mother and child. A recent large study found that high blood sugar in the mother during pregnancy is associated with an increased risk of large tive healthcare a reality in the area! Community residents babies and first-time Caesara-related topics b' connecting to Ashe Memorial Hospital's ean section births. The babies were more likely to have low en click on the A'lH Fasthealth section. blood sugar and high insulin levels with an increased risk of obesity, diabetes and high blood pressure in later life. "We have established without any ques­ tion that levels of blood sugar less elevated than typical diabe­ tes carry risks," wrote the lead o r Annual Hon Cfa(a r 15, 2007 fie evening Cu6 at i Landing ortH Carolina Silent and Live Auction id Dancing s }200(° ) ^S.^.(P. your tickets lenioriaLoni ful, Healthy Smile 1 f Ashe County J |>*l Ileal I tires ity. Clusters of cases have been found among high school, uni­ versity and professional ath­ letes; military recruits; children in day care centers; Pacific Is­ landers; Alaskan Natives; Na­ tive Americans; men who have sex with men, and prisoners. Risk factors include close skinto-skin contact, cuts or abra­ sions in the skin, contaminated items or surfaces, crowded living conditions and poor hygiene. MRSA More Prevalent Than Thought Methicillin-resistant staphylo­ coccus aureus (MRSA) is 8 to 11 times more prevalent than pre­ viously believed and may be in­ fecting 30,000 hospital patients in the United States, according to a survey conducted by infection control professionals in October and November of 2006. About 34 per 1,000 patients were infected and an additional 12 per 1,000 were colonized by this bacterial strain that is immune to most commonly used antibiotics, The Five C's of Germ Trans­ mission To prevent transmission of bac­ terial infections such as methi­ cillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), infection control specialists recommend thinking of the five Cs: • crowding, • cleanliness (or lack thereof), • contaminated surfaces (such as in saunas and training ta­ bles), • contact (particularly skin to skin) and • compromised skin. Frequent use of antibiotics is another risk factor for MRSA, a strain of staph that is resistant to most antibiotics. MRSA Increasing RapidlyWhy? A study conducted at a large public hospital in Chicago found a seven-fold increase in cases of community-acquired MRSA (methicillin-resistant staphy­ lococcus aureur) from 2000 to 2005. During that same period, there was no increase in the rate of community-acquired staph infections that were not drug resistant. The researchers do not know why the incidence of MRSA has increased so dra­ matically. The hospital in which the study was conducted, how­ ever, serves a population that includes persons living in public housing and those who have re­ cently spent time in jail. You DON' T HAVE TO LEAVE TOWN , DM I) TO GET THE VERY BEST CARE • 246-7473'« 'uatifnl healthy smile- ( all Unlay! FOR AGING, INC. f 'c improve the quality of hjc for older adults, maintain their tpdcpctuloMT at home iso Chattyrob Lam?• PO Boa 9 st JeftVrson, NC 2N694 • Telephone 336-246-2461 olOpeitttion author of the study which was presented at the annual scien­ tific meeting of the American Diabetes Association. Blood Sugar Control Is Im­ proving Of the 20.8 million Americans with diabetes, more than half are keeping their blood sugar at the level recommended by their doctors, compared to only a third who had their blood sug­ ar under control in 2001. Tight control of blood sugar is crucial to preventing diabetic complica­ tions that affect the heart, large and small blood vessels, nerves, kidneys, eyes and other organs. Eat Your Watermelon and Papaya Watermelon, papaya, apricots, asparagus, carrots, squash, red bell peppers, spinach and other greens-they're all foods high in carotenoids and, as such, should help you head off type 2 diabe­ tes. A study published in the American Journal of Epidemiol­ ogy [May 19, 2006J found that among teens and young adults followed for 15 years, non-smok­ ers with the highest blood levels of carotenoids at the start of the study were the least likely to de­ velop type 2 diabetes. Coffee Linked to Lower Dia­ betes Risk Women who drank six or more cups of coffee a day-decaf or regularrhad a 22 percent lower risk of type 2 diabetes than noncoffee-drinkers, according to a study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine [June 26, 2006]. The researchers were surprised to find that the lowest risk was for women who drank decaf coffee; those drinking regu­ lar coffee had only slightly lower risk than those not drinking cof­ fee at all. The authors pointed out that the study did not prove that decaf coffee prevents diabe­ tes but only that a higher coffee intake and a lower diabetes risk occurred in the same women. MRSA: Who's at Risk? MRSA (methicillin resistant staphylococcus aureus), a strain of staph that's immune to the effects of most commonly used antibiotics, was until recently found mostly in hospitals and nursing homes. Over the past decade, cases of MRSA acquired in the community have become increasingly common. Com­ munity-acquired MRSA is of­ ten found among persons who live and work in close proxim­ MOIULIN Friday 8 00 AM to 8:00 PM Certificates of Accreditation from \ccredStation Commission for Healthcare SERVING THE HEART OF ASHE COUNTY SINCE 1977 ,\'M 1 i High Country Family Medicine • Ashe Internal Medicine Mt. Jefferson Family Medicine Dr. Charles Jones • Surgeon Dr. John Sundin - Surgeon • Dr. Chauncey Santos • Orthopedics Dr. Daniel Strickland - Gynecologist & Reproductive Endocrinologist Dr. Staci Chamberlain - Emergency Medicine Dr. Michael Tan • Emergency Medicine Dr. David Factor - Radiologist MD ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Together providing the very best care in the office and in the hospital 200 Hospital Avenue • Jefferson, NC • 336-846-7101 • www.ashememorial.org �®S ^ TUESDAY, AUGUST Tuesday - August 28 JV/Varsity Volleyball at North Surry 4:30 p.m. Tennis HOME vs North Surry 4:30 p.m. JV/Varsity Soccer HOME vs Alexander Central 5/6:30 p.m. Wednesday - August 29 vs Grayson County 7 p.m. JV/Varsity Volleyball HOME vs Forbush 4:30 p.m. Women's Tennis HOME vs Forbush 4:30 p.m. Cross Country at Watauga 5 p.m. Varsity Soccer at West Wilkes 6 p.m. Friday - August 31 Thursday - August 30 Varsity Football at Grayson County 7:30 p.m. JV Football HOME This week in Husky sports Football triumphs over W. Caldwell by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor This past Friday evening, following a period of rain and storms in Ashe County, the Huskies welcomed the West Caldwell Warriors into Husky Stadium for the Huskies' home opener of the season. Following a tough 30-27 loss at West Wilkes to open the season up, the Huskies were able to gain some confidence with a massive 41-7 victory over the Warriors. The domination over the Warriors was evident by not only the scoreboard but also total yards stat. The Warriors completed the game with 300 total yards (185 yards passing, 115 yards rushing). The Huskies surpassed the Warriors' total on rushing alone as they covered 318 yards on the ground with David Grubb and Aaron Scott leading the way with 216 combined yards between themselves. The Huskies added another 108 yards in the game with their passing game as Daniel Wain was able to connect with his receivers on eight plays. The game opened up with The defense maintained the momentum created by the offensive play on their first possession and once again held the Warriors to only three plays with key defensive tackles by Dylan Brown, Ryan Shepherd, Buster Phillips, and Ryan Mcser, the Warriors were forced to punt from inside their own territory. With a wet field from the evening rain, the ball was hard to grip for West Caldwell's center and a high snap sent the Warriors' punter scrambling for the ball. In a heads up play, the Warriors punte^ kicked the ball off the ground out of bounds to avoid the Huskies recovering and returning the ball for a touchdown. The unorthodox punt gave the Huskies possession starting at the Warriors' 25-yard line. For Ue first two plays of the drivt,'the Huskies again placed tie ball in the arms of Grubb wio moved it sixteen yards clo:er to the end zone. With a first and goal from the nine-yard line, Daniel Wain Post photo by Michael Graybeal recorded tie first touchdown Aaron Scott (#13 left) uses the block by Josh Ferguson (#51 right) to score his second touchdown of the game during the of the season for the Huskies not scored by David Grubb third quarter during Ashe's 41-7 defeat of West Caldwell. with a nine-yard dash. the Warriors receiving the Grubb who picked up the first Following amade extra-point opening kickoff and the pace down with a five-yard carry by Richie Alsher, the Huskies for the game was immediately and moved the ball down to led 13-0 witi 4:29 remaining dictated by the Huskies' the Warriors' 38-yard line. On in the first qiarter. defense. The strong defensive first down, a short carry by Trailingbjtwotouchdowns, line for the Huskies held the Grubb set up the first down the Warriors oegan to see the Warriors to no yards of gain pass from Wain to Ethan game slip ou. of their grasp. on the first three plays of the Graybeal to electrify Husky On their folloving possession, drive and the Warriors were fans who wanted to see an the Warriors ware able to get a forced to punt to give the early touchdown for the home first down as aresult of three Huskies their first possession. team. The following play, rushes. The Hiskies defense Following a five-yard punt Wain called his own number then stepped up and once return by Aaron Scott, the and on the quarterback keep again denied th Warriors few Huskies offense took the field gained a yard for the Huskies, yards on the fclowing set of with the ball spotted in the but was followed with an downs and the Varriors were Warriors' territory on their incomplete pass. The Husky forced to punt oi fourth down 47-yard line. The Huskies fans still had hopes of a first with eight yarcs remaining offense went to work and was quarter touchdown and their for the first down. The close to converting a third and hopes were satisfied when Warriors' punt vas. tipped by long situation when Daniel David Grubb took advantage Dylan Brown to cause a short Wain connected with Brandon of the blocking of a stout and punt and gave he Huskies Rinehart to place the Huskies experienced offensive line good field positin to start in a fourth and one to go for and moved the ball into the their next drive. end zone for a touchdown only the first down. The Huskies' cffense once On the crucial fourth down five minutes into the game again started tieir drive Post photo by Michael Graybeal play, the Huskies went to and the Huskies were leading inside the Wariors' half Brandon Rinehart dodges the West Caldwell tacklers after on this reception for a first down their solid backfield and Wain 6-0 following a busted extraSee Footfall, page 11 handed the ball off to David point attempt. last Friday evening in Husky Stadium. Tennis splits matches; wins conference opener Despite a one-sided score, by Michael Graybeal multiple Huskies competed Sports Editor The women's tennis team strongly against their oppo­ began their regular season nents. Roxanne Thomas, the recently with a tough home four seed for the Huskies, match against Salisbury, the forced her opponent into a defending NCHSAA 2A State third set tie breaker, which Champions. Salisbury is an Thomas lost by a narrow experienced team with a pres­ margin of 10-6 (6-7 6-2 10-6). tigious history in women's Other scores for the Huskies tennis and competes every during the Salisbury match year far into the NCHSAA included Ivey Tant, number Dual Team Playoffs and also one seed, 4-6 0-6, Lorna Vega, the Individual Tournament. number two seed, 2-6 0-6, The Huskies hosted the Salis­ Rachel Curcio, number three bury Hornets last Monday for seed, 2-6 0-6, Ariel Farmer, what would possibly be the number five seed, 3-6 2-6, and toughest match of the year Courtney Bowers, number six for the Huskies. The Hornets seed, 2-6 4-6. In doubles competition, showed their strength during the match and blanked the the Huskies competed stron­ Huskies on the scorecards 9- ger and persevered the tough matches. The Ashe pair of 0. Tant/ Vega played their oppo­ nents to the wire with Salis­ bury finishing ahead 8-6, Curcio/ Thomas lost 8-4, and Farmer/ Bowers also lost for the Huskies, 0-8. The highlight of the match for the Huskies came in ex­ hibition play when Lizzie Hanes was able to defeat her opponent 6-3. The day after the tough match with Salisbury, the Huskies hit the road and traveled to Starmount High School for the first conference match of the season. The Hus­ kies learned from their match against the Hornets and was able to sweep the Rams as a team, 6-0. Every Husky in the top six defeated their opponent by at least three games each day, with a trip to Watauga set. The closest match up was High School to face the Pionon-conference the number six seed. Court­ neers ney Bowers represented Ashe County and was able to win 63 6-3. The other Husky scores include: Ivey Tant, number one seed winning 6-2 6-0, Lorna Vega, number two seed winning 6-0 6-1, Rachel Cur­ cio, number three seed win­ ning 6-0 6-1, Roxanne Thom­ ¥A as, number four seed winning 6-1 6-1, and Ariel Farmer, number five seed winning 62 6-2. Due to the Huskies sweep­ ing the singles action, the doubles were not needed to be played and the Huskies claimed the early victory with a team score of 6-0 to earn the conference victory. The Huskies will return to action today when they travel to North Surry for another conference match. They were on the road yesterday, Mon­ match. Look (for results in upcoming editions of the Jef­ ferson Post. *A Post photo by Michael Graybeal Ariel Farmer approaches the net during a matci and wins the point with this shot. MS KmmBi§PP$& Post photo by Michael Graybeal Post photo by Michael Graybeal Courtney Bowers returns a volley during a recent match for the Huskies. Bowers is a fresh­ man who has played her way into the top six seeds on the team. >xanne Thomas plays her opponent from Salisbury into a third-set tie breaker. Thomas ittlas for a noint with this vollev. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, AUGUST 28, 2007 PAGE 11 SPORTS Lil' Lady Huskies Basketball Fall League Lil' Lady Huskies Registration Information Please mail registration and release forms, along with $25 league fee. Checks made out to...ACHS September 12 - October 21, 2007 For 6th through 8th Grade Girls Lil' Lady Huskies Fall League ATTN: Laura Foster PO Box 450 West Jefferson, NC 28694 • PURPOSE The purpose of the Lil' Lady Huskies Basketball Fall League is to teach the basic fundamentals of the game of basketball, while giving girls another opportunity to practice and play basketball. All participants should improve their basketball skills and overall understanding of the game of basketball. • PARTICIPANTS Any girl in the 6th, 7th and 8th grades are eligible to participant. Players must attend an Ashe County school. Registration Form I | PLAYER NAME: AGE: SCHOOL: GRADE: • COST The cost of the league is $25, which includes Parent's Name: instruction and league t-shirt. Players can mail in registration or wait until the first practice date - September 12, 2007 at 5:30 p.m. Home Phone Number: T—Shirt Size: Small Work Phone Number: Medium Large X-Large • LOCATION The league will be held in the gymnasiums on the campus of Ashe County High School. RELEASE FORM • PRACTICES We will have twice as many practices as we have games- 8-10 total practice sessions. The sessions will be conducted by an Ashe County Lady Huskies basketball staff member and/or team coaches. Practices and games will be held on Wednesday evening, Saturday morning or Sunday afternoon. • TEAMS/GAMES Teams will be made up of 8-10 players - forming as many teams as possible. Teams will be made as equal in talent as possible, using grade, size and skill evaluation. Games will be played on Wednesday evening, Saturday morning or Sunday afternoon. We will have 4-5 game days. | I hereby authorize the staff of "Lil' Lady Huskies Basketball Fall League" to act for me according to their best I judgment in any emergency requiring medical attention, and I hereby waive and release "Lil' Lady Huskies Basketball Fall League" from any and all liability for any injuries or illnesses while at "Lil' Lady Huskies I Basketball Fall League". I have no knowledge of any physical impairment that would be affected by my | child's participation in "Lil' Lady Huskies Basketball Fall League". Player Name: I FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT COACH LAURA FOSTER at 846-2400 or laura.foster@ashe.k12.nc.us ' Parent/Guardian Signature: I Date: L Football _ _ __ _ continued from page 10 of the field when they took possession on West Caldwell's 47-yard line. The Huskies offense attacked the heart of the Warriors' defense and on first down Daniel Wain found Ethan Graybeal wide open in the middle of the defense for a 32-yard "gain to move the ball down to the Warriors' fifteenyard line. A six-yard run by Wain on the following play, and then a carry by Grubb set up the five yard touchdown run by Grubb for his second touchdown of the night. Richie Absher converted his second extra-point of the contest to give the Huskies a 20-0 lead with eleven minutes remaining in the first half. Momentum remained in the favor of Ashe County with the next drive for the Warriors in the opening plays. On first and second down, the Huskies forced an incomplete pass and then stopped the Warriors' running back behind the line of scrimmage to bring up third and twelve remaining. On third down, West Caldwell's quarterback was able to scramble out of the pocket and cut the ball up field and picked up twelve yards for a first down to keep their drive alive. The Huskies held tough though and once again forced the Warriors to lose yards on first and second down to bring up third and twelve remaining. The Warriors went to the air and a pass interference call against the Huskies gave another first down to the Warriors, second of the drive and their third of the game. At this point, West Caldwell had managed to move the ball out to their own 45-yard line. The Warriors continued to send the ball into the air and completed three of their next six passes. Unfortunately for West Caldwell, they were unable to convert on key downs and lost possession to the Huskies on an attempted fourth down conversion. After the turnover on downs, the Huskies' offense faced a large field with their worst starting position thus far in the game, their own eighteen-yard line. The Huskies also attacked through the air during their drive and on third down, a completion to Ethan Graybeal moved the chains for the Huskies and their drive continued. The Huskies following yards came from the assistance of the officials as West Caldwell was flagged for not only one, but two personal fouls for unsportsmanlike conduct, which allowed the Huskies to gain thirty yards without even running a play. The penalties moved the ball down to the Warriors' 34-yard line. The Huskies offense then got flagged for two holding penalties, and then an illegal forward pass penalty backed the Huskies' offense up till they faced a tough fourth down and 29 yards remaining for the first down. For the first time of the night, Dylan Brown was called onto the field to punt for the Huskies. With the ball placed on the 39-yard line, Brown booted a low bouncing punt that wobbled it's way to the Warriors two-yard line and the Huskies pinned the Warriors deep in their own territory and their drive started on their own twoyard line with three minutes remaining in the half. On the Warriors' first play out of their own end zone, the Huskies defensive line held the ball carrier to a loss on the play as Jeremiah Gilbert and Dylan Brown brought the fullback down for a oneyard loss on the play to back the Warriors up to their own one-yard line. West Caldwell went to the air on second down, but defensive pressure from Brandon Rinehart broke up the Warriors' pass to bring up third down. On third down, the Warriors again tried to pass and their quarter back connected with Chris Corpening for West Caldwell who went the nearfull length of the field for a 99-yard touchdown reception to place West Caldwell on the scoreboard, 20-7 (Jake Benefield PAT for West Caldwell was good). The Huskies had the final possession of the half and was able to control the clock and had an attempt at the end zone in the closing seconds of the half. However, West Caldwell's defense stopped the Huskies and time expired prior to the Huskies being able to convert and the teams headed into the locker room with Ashe winning 20-7. Following the halftime intermission, the Huskies offense had first possession. They returned to their breadand-butter thus far in the season, their ground attack and through the running of David Grubb and Aaron Scott, and also the excellent blocking of the offensive line, the Huskies were able to move the ball down the field and ate a large portion of the third quarter up in the process. On a crucial play, the Huskies faced a fourth and two remaining for the first down. The Huskies' coaching staff called for the handoff to Scott who picked up sixteen yards and moved the ball down to the Warriors' oneyard line. The following play, Scott was rewarded for his running by going into the endzone untouched to score the Huskies fourth touchdown of the contest and took a 277 lead (Absher's PAT was successful). Not only was the Huskies' offense fired up for the second half, but also the Huskies' defense and following the kickoff, the Warriors took possession on their own 26-yard line. Following an eighteen-yard gain on first down for West Caldwell, their fullback dropped the ball after a tough hit from Jeremiah Gilbert and the loose ball was smothered by Kyle Guyton to return possession to the Huskies with great field possession. The offense took over on the Warriors' 45-yard line and Daniel Wain moved the ball down to the 24-yard line with a carry on first down. Scott setup his own touchdown With a one-yard carry on first down, and then he sprinted the ball in from 23-yards out for his second touchdown of the game, and the Huskies once again extended their lead with the score 34-7 (Absher PAT successful). With the Warriors' following possession, the Huskies' defense continued to punish the visiting team with dominating play. With backto-back passes, West Caldwell picked up 36 yards but on the following play, Grayson Wells read the quarterbacks eyes and was able to intercept the ball from the Warriors and returned it 56 yards to give the Huskies excellent field position once again and the offense took the field starting their drive on the eighteen yard line of the Warriors. With the start of the Huskies' drive, Kelsey Combs took command of the offense for the Huskies and on first down gained eight yards with the quarterback keeper.Jaren Holman picked up a yard on the following play, and then a third down conversion attempt for the Huskies was stopped with no gain to bring up fourth down and one yard remaining. With fourth and one, Jaren Holman stepped up for the Huskies, and not only picked up enough yards for a first down, but also took the ball into the end zone for the Huskies sixth touchdown of the game during the first play of the fourth quarter. Richie Absher converted his fifth extra-point of the game and the Huskies were clearly in control 41-7. The Warriors were able to move the ball deep into Husky' territory on their next possession and had a first down just shy of the Huskies' ten-yard line. Ashe's defense once again stepped up and allowed only five yards on first, second, and third down Post photo by Michael Graybeal Daniel Wain (far right) beats West Caldwell defenders and scores a touchdown. to bring up a fourth and five situation. On fourth down, the Warriors elected to go for the end zone with a pass, but an excellent defensive play for the Huskies made the ball fall incomplete for the turnover on downs and Ashe regained possession. The Huskies kept the ball on the ground during their next possession and was able to move the ball out to their 35-yard line, but more importantly ate over three minutes off of the clock and was forced to punt to give West Caldwell possession again with under three minutes remaining in the game. The Warriors were unable to advance the ball down the field and the Huskies regained possession with only 28 seconds remaining in the game. A kneel by Kelsey Combs sealed the victory for the Huskies in their season home opener and in front of a packed Husky Stadium, the Huskies handed West Caldwell attough 41-7 loss. Following the game, Coach Bill Strong commented: "Our young players stepped up tonight. Aaron Scott had a good game and he is a good football player to be on varsity as a sophomore. Our running game and offensive line was dominant tonight." The Huskies return to action next week as they are on the road traveling to Grayson County to compete in Strong Stadium With the kickoff at 7:30 p.m. *Hardee's of Jefferson presents the ATHLETE W gj m of the WEEK Our Athlete of the Week, Richie Absher, is a member of the varsity soccer team and varsity football team. Absher scored three goals against West Wilkes in the soccer team's 3-1 victory and also kicked five extra points in the football team's 41-7 victory over West Caldwell. Richie Absher Congratulations Richie Absher!!! Hardee's Stop by each week and check out our latest Athlete of the Week! 2 Mountain Village Shopping Center • 246-5504 • Ask about delivery • 246-5504 Bacon, Egg~&~ Cheese Biscuits Ifor only m >2.22 LS �PAGE 12 TUESDAY, AUGUST 28, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Jet cars light up skies at WRP, weekly results Post photo courtesy of Kevin Thorne/Teammedial Jeff Bowman raises his hand in victory Saturday night in the WRP Winner's Circle. Dustin Russell of Rock­ of Asheboro finally getting ingham, NC took the best a trip to the WRP Winner's two out of three runs against Circle against the Points Elaine Larson of Tampa Leader, Michael Woodring of Bay, FL in three great side Taylorsville. Bowman drove by side runs all in the three his 1969 Camaro flawlessly second zone at over 200 through seven rounds of miles per hour. eliminations. Top ET action was blaz­ Mod ET winner was Paul ing hot with Jeff Bowman Shell Jr. of Lexington in his Mountain Aire ultra slick 1967 Nova. He barely beat Millers Creeks Johnny Hodges by .001 sec­ onds in the finals. The Jr Dragster division saw Points Leader Ricky Fesperman of Salsibury take the win over his sister Heather to extend his lead in the points. The winner in the Top ET dash for cash was Brett Bu­ chanan and Johnny Hodges in Mod ET and in the Jr. Dragster Billy Barnes. Drag Racing action con­ tinues Thursday night with test and tune and Top Street Shoot Outs spon­ sored by Cross Roads Harley Davidson. Gates open at 6 p.m. and on Saturday, Drag Racing continues with the IHRA Bracket series and those wild Classic Gear Jammers will make their fi­ nal appearance for the 2007 season. Gates open at 4 p.m. with qualifying starting at 5 p.m. For further info call 973-RACE (7223) or visit www. wilkes boror ace way park.com. Enter the Post Photo courtesy of Kevin Thorne/ Teammedial Dustin Russell and Elaine Larson blast down the strip at WRP last weekend. / Jefferson Post Mt. Aire Seafood 1Football (Contest seafood & steaks Each weekly winner will be entered into a drawing to be held at Mountain Aire Seafood for a $50.00 Gift Certificate at the end of the Football Contest in December. Please see our Friday editions for the winner information for the weekly Football Contest. Thanks to everyone for playing the Mountain Aire Seafood / Jefferson Post Football Contest! i 2007 footpad Contest Rules I 8. 1.The games listed by number in each advertisement correspond I 9. to the lines in the entry blank. Some advertisements may contain I more than one game. Simply write on the correct lines in the entry blank which team you think will win. I 2. At the bottom of the entry blank is the Tiebreaker. In the space indicated guess the total combined number of points that will be I scored by both teams in that game. I 3. A $20toGift Certificate from Mountain Aire Seafood will be awarded the entrant predicting the most winners. In the event I of ties the Tiebreaker will be employed to decide the winning 10. 11. entrant. In the event the Tiebreaker does not break the tie the I I 12. prize will be divided equally. count in that I 13. I I 4. In that @ ACHS ADDRESS CITY B The total number ot points STATE In this game will be... 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Land owners. Guarenteed. Home approvals. (336) 973-4462 This the 17th day of August, 2007. Dale Brinegar Executor/Administrator for the Estate of G.D. Brinegar NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY MARK ASHLEY LANE, Individually and as Ad­ ministrator CTA of the Estate of FERRIS EU­ GENE LANE Petitioner vs. JESSIE CLIFTON LANE (Single) LAURIE PAIGE LANE SIMS and husband, MARK SIMS; KAREN LEIGH LANE BUMGART and husband, MARK J. BUMGART Respondents 510-Mobile Home Lots for Sale The nature of the relief sought is as follows: FOR SALE BY OWNER: 1011 THREE TOP CR. W. JEFFERSON 1000 SQ FT DOUBLE WIDE ON 1.5 ACRES. NEVER BEEN LIVED IN. 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH READY TO MOVE IN. CALL FOR DETAILS. (336)9732335. 1. For a judicial sale of land belonging to Ferris Eugene Lane at the time of his death, in or­ der to create assets to pay the debts of the decedent, the same consisting of a resi­ dence and real proper­ ty located at 209 Frank Witherspoon Road, Jefferson, North Caroli­ na. Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 535-Commercial Property Commercial Building in Lansing for R3nt, 1034 sq fett. $300 561-750-2399 1115Professionals FOR HIRE Let me help you to create unique logos, brochures, business cards, booklets and camera ready ads. 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 diate payment to the undersigned. IN THE GENERAL REPO/REFURB, COURT OF JUSTICE 2 year old doublewide, DISTRICT COURT DI­ pick your own carpet VISION BEFORE THE color, turn key, $183.08 CLERK 07-SP-114 BW, only 16 years left. New range, new ref. Heat pump included. Call now! 336-973-8301. TO: JESSIE CLIFTON WE GET ER DONE!! LANE (Single); LAUR­ New land home IE PAIGE LANE SIMS doublewide and and husband, MARK modulars SIMS; KAREN LEIGH Available now.... LANE BUMGART and GOVERNMENT husband, MARK J. MAKES DOWN BUMGART PAYMENT New Generation TAKE NOTICE that a Homes pleading seeking relief 336-973-4462 against you has been ZERO down. Land filed in the above spe­ home packages. (336) cial proceeding. 973,-4462. 530-Lots & Acreage available 1195-Legals High-end quality at reasonable rates. No job too big or too small. For more information, please call Firefly Graphx at 336-982-5145 or email firetlycanoe @yahoo,com 1195-Legals Having qualified as Ad­ ministrator of the Es­ tate of G.D. Brinegar, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 1932 Edge Water Drive, on or be­ fore the 24th day of November, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bat to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make imme- You are required to make defense to such pending no later than the 19th day of Sep­ tember, 2007 and upon failure to do so, the party seeking service against you will apply to the court for the re­ lief sought. DATED THIS 10th day of August, 2007. VANNOY & REEVES BY: JIMMY D. REEEVES P.O. DRAWER 67 WEST JEFFERSON, NORTH CAROLINA 28694 (336) 246-7172 ATTORNEY FOR THE PETITIONER NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Administrator of the Estate of Elmer Bryan Miller, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify alf persons having claims against said estate to present them to the undersigned at 3114 Big Windfall Rd.Lans­ ing, NC 28643 on or before the 3rd day of November, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make mmediate payment to the undersigned. This is the 30th day of July, 2007. Burl D. Miller Executor/Administrator for the Estate of Elmer Bryan Miller 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Ex­ ecutor of the Estate of John Gilmer Gentry, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 253 Bonanza Circle Piedmont, South Carolina 29673 on or before the 3rd day of November, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the esatate will please make imme­ diate payment to the undersigned. GINS and ROSE MARY HIGGINS. STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF ASHE This is the 7th day of August, 2007. Sandra Gentry McNeil Executor/Adminstrator for the Estate of John Gilmer Gentry N0R™ CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF THE DEED OF TRUST OF DAVID FRANKLIN and ROSE MARY HIGGINS, Pursuant to North Car­ olina General Statutes, 45-21.10, and the terms of the Deed of Trust, any successful bidder may be required to deposit with the Sub­ stitute Trustee immedi­ ately upon conclusion of the sale a cash de­ posit not to exceed the greater of five percent (5,0%) of the amount of the bid of seven hun­ dred fifty dollars ($750.00). Any suc­ cessful bidder shall be required to tender the full balance purchase price so bid at that time, he shall remain li­ able on his bid as pro­ vided for in North Caro­ lina General Statutes Sections 45-21.30(d) and (e). Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the tax of Forty-five Cents ($0.45) per One Hun­ dred Dollars ($100.00) pursuant to N.C.G.S. 7A-308(a)(1). The property to be of­ fered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance Grantor, "AS IS, WHERE IS".Neither the Substi­ To tute Trustee nor the holder of the Manufac­ MARK T. ADERHOLD, tured Home Promisso­ ESQUIRE ry Note, Security Agreement and Disclo­ Substitute Trustee, sure Statement se­ cured by the deed of AS RECORDED IN trust being foreclosed, BOOK 251 AT PAGE nor the officers, direc­ 1 OF THE ASHE PUB­ tors, attorneys, employ­ LIC REGISTRY. ees, agents or author­ ized representatives of IN THE GENERAL either of either the Sub­ COURT OF JUSTICE stitute Trustee or the SUPERIOR COURT holder of the Manufac­ DIVISION 07-SP-97 tured Home Promisso­ ry Note, Security Agreement and Disclo­ sure Statement make any representation of TATE warranty relating/to the title or any physical, Under and by virtue of environmental, health the power and authority or safety conditions ex­ contained in that cer­ isting in, on, at or relat­ tain Deed of Trust exe­ ing/to the property be­ cuted and delivered by ing offered for sale, DAVID FRANKLIN and any and all respon­ HIGGINS and ROSE sibilities or liabilities MARY HIGGINS, dated arising out of or in any June 28, 2000, and re­ way relating to any corded in the Office of such condition ex­ the Register of Deeds pressly are disclaimed. for Ashe County, North Carolina, in Book 251 This sale will be held at Page 1, and be­ open ten (10) days up­ cause of default in the set bids as required by payment of the indebt­ law. edness thereby se­ cured and failure to This is the 8th day of carry out or perform the August, 2007. stipulations and agree­ ments therein con­ MARK T. ADERHOLD, tained and pursuant to Substitute Trustee the demand of the owner and holder of 2596 Reynolds Road, the indebtedness se­ Suite C cured by said Deed of Winston-Salem, Trust, and pursuant to North Carolina the Order of the Clerk 27106 of Superior Court for (336)723-3530 Ashe County, North Carolina, entered in Exhibit A this foreclosure pro­ ceeding, the under­ BEGINNING on a signed, MARK T. point In the centerllne ADERHOLD, Substi­ of NCSR 1354, said tute Trustee, will ex­ point being the cor­ pose for sale at public ner of Voll Perry and auction of the 7th day the Northwest corner of September, 2007 at of the tract herein de­ 3:00 PM at the door of scribed, thence leav­ the Ashe County Court­ ing said road with the house, Jefferson, North Voll Perry line, N 67Carolina, the real prop­ 13 E, 21.94 feet to an erty described in iron stake, N 66-22 E, Exhib­ 177.44 feet to an Iron it A attached hereto stake, thence leaving and incprporated here­ the Voll Perry line in by reference (includ­ with a division line of ing permanent struc­ the Ollle Perry prop­ tures, if any, and any erty, S 40-07 E, 229.16 other improvements at­ feet to an iron stake, tached to the real prop- S 67-12 W, 24.15 feet bile home or manufac­ tured home, whether single wide or double wide, located thereon). The sale will be made subject to all prior liens, restrictions and ease­ ments or record and assessments, if any. The record owner of the above described real property as reflect­ ed on the records of the Ashe County Reg­ ister of Deeds not more than ten (10) days prior to the posting of this Notice is DAVID HIG- to a point In the cen­ terllne of NCSR 1354, thence with the cen­ terllne of said road.N 46-57 W, 135.26 feet, N 36-25 W, 49.00 feet, N 22-06 W, 43.73 feet to the BEGINNING, containing 1.045 acres, inclusive of the existing right of way of NCSR 1354. WANTED: Your Classified Ads The Jefferson Post 846-7164 JIMMY D. REEVES, ADMINISTRATOR OF THE ESTATE OF KATHERINE SEVERT; HENRIETTA B. ENG­ LAND and husband, PETER V. ENGLAND; LINDA B. WORKMAN (single); KATHY B. STEWART and hus­ band, CALVIN L. STEWART; EDD M. FARRINGTON, JR. (single); LUCY PAR­ SONS and husband, CLYDE PARSONS; GLENDA WALTERS and husband, CECIL WALTERS; JAMES FARRINGTON and wife, RUBY FAR­ RINGTON; CLAYTON FARRINGTON and wife, JANE FARRING­ TON; JOHNNY FAR­ RINGTON and wife, JOYCE FARRING­ TON; BESSIE HALL (Single); IDA STONE (Single); RICHARD FARRINGTON (Sin­ gle); and JOANN WALKER and hus­ band, BOB WALKER; Petitioners vs ANNIE CRINKLEY (Single); DEBRA M. FARRINGTON KEENE (Single); BRENDA J. FARRINGTON McMAHAN (Single); JENNI­ FER FARRINGTON (Single); NANCY FARRINGTON (Sin­ gle) EDWARD DAN­ IEL FARRINGTON (Single); ERIC FAR­ RINGTON and wife, CHERRY FARRING­ TON; WENDY PAIS­ LEY and husband, JEFF FARRINGTON; TOMMY FARRING­ TON (Single); JERRY FARRINGTON and wife, DONNA FAR­ RINGTON; JANET FARRINGTON MILL­ ER and husband, JEFFERY MILLER; and JEFFERY FAR­ RINGTON (Single); Respondents IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 07-SP-76 CATION TO: ANNIE CRINK­ LEY (Single); DEBRA FARRINGTON KEENE (Single); BRENDA J.FARRINGTON McMAHAN (Single); JENNIFER FARRING­ TON (Single); NANCY FARRINGTON (Sin­ gle) EDWARD DAN­ IEL FARRINGTON (Single); ERIC FAR­ RINGTON and wife, CHERRY FARRING­ TON; WENDY PAIS­ LEY and husband, JEFF PAISLEY; TOM­ MY FARRINGTON (Single); JERRY FAR­ RINGTON and wife, DONNA FARRING­ TON; JACK FAR­ RINGTON (Single); JANET FARRINGTON MILLER and hus­ band, JEFFERY MILL­ ER; and JEFFERY FARRINGTON (Sin­ gle) TAKE NOTICE that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above spe­ cial proceeding. The nature of the relief sought as follows: For the judicial sale of those lands descri­ bed in the Petition and which were owned by Katherine Severt at the time of her death in West Jefj£rs°n, „ Township, West Jefferson, North Carolina. You are required to make defense to such pleading no later 26th day of September. 2007 and upon failure to do so, the party seeking service against you will apply the to the everyone in the county? NEW CAR DEALERSHIP OPENING SOON IN BOONE, N.C. 888-264-9051 Toll Free Mack Brown Inc. 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap ALLEGHANY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL /ML JOB OPENINGS EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT Registered Nurse PRN l/P NURSING DEPARTMENT Registered/Charge Nurse Full Time 7p to 7a Sign on Bonus call 336-3 72-3226 OR VISIT WWW.AMHSPAKTA.ORG Equal Opportunity Employer Administrative Functions and Sales/Customer Service Full time position with benefits Make sales calls to customers, take orders via fax, internet, phone and mail, and respond to customer needs and requests. 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GRAPHIC DESIGN Great yyj * Herb Mckittrick Cell: 336-977-1455 336-384-9192 Sp>ecializin<q.in: AuJvmotfis* fe nt Co»<«.V"» /(°P for Appleseed J&K Construction No Job Too Small lor Too Large! TV'S & HOME THEATRES No • Homesites • Spring Work JOB Too SMALL! • Lot Clearing • Basement/Footers • Ponds • Driveways • Gravel, Mulch, Dirt Michael Pennington 336-385-2346 Mobile: 336-977-1312 „ r.\ •i\\os Sanitation Serv; V William & Amy Phillips ' V/fg It's Finally Here! We are now A Private Trash Service accepting new for Ashe County! accounts Garbage Service includes: Weekly or Biweekly Pickup Residential, Light Commercial and Small Business Accepted Contact us at: 828-394-4944 or 828-292-3211 Toll Free: 877-217-9866 • Sam - 6pm J �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, AUGUST 28, 2007 PAGE 15 COMMUNITY EVENTS Check out our listings for reunions and more! Monday August 27 7 p.m. Chestnut Hill Baptist Church will be having a Fall Revival on Monday, Aug. 27 through Friday, Aug. 31. Rev. Sherrill Wellborn and Rev. David Wellborn will be the guest speakers. 7 p.m. nightly. Special singing nightly. Rev. Randal Greene and the con­ gregation invite everyone to attend. Revival will be held at the Farmers Memorial Baptist Church Aug. 27-31, beginning at 7:30 p.m. Evangelist Rev Curtis King of Rural Retreat, Va. will speak, the assisting is Pastor Rev. Tim Greer. Special singing each night. Preaching every other Sunday at 11 a.m. The next scheduled service is August 26 and on every other Sunday, until it snows. Pastor Tim Greer and the congrega­ tion invites you to visit Farmer's Memorial Baptist Church. Thursday August 30 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m.:The Ameri­ can Red Cross will hold a blood drive at Mountain Hearts at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Saturday September 1 11 a.m.: Mt Paddy Church is hosting a "Come meet our pastors" breakfast on Sept. 1 from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Mt. Paddy Church is located at 822 NC Hwy 88 West, in Jefferson NC. Call 336-846-3174 with any questions. 5 p.m.: Zion United Methodist Church will have a fish fry on Saturday, Sept. 1 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Adults $8, children 12 and under $6. Contact Jim Taylor if you have any ques­ tions at 877-1826. 6 p.m.: There will be a 50th Class Reunion for the Bea­ ver Creek Class of 1957 at Jefferson Station. The gather­ ing is at 6 p.m., followed by a dinner catered by Michael's Restaurant at 7 p.m. For more information, call Becky Burgess at 846-9188 or Melba Jones at 846-9068. Sunday September 2 10 a.m.: Big Laurel Christian Union Church in Creston, NC would like to invite everyone attend their Promotion/ Celebration Day on Sunday, Sept. 2. Sunday School begins 10 a.m. and worship service follows at 11 a.m. There will be picnic afterward with lunch provided. Activities will be pro­ vided for the kids. Everyone is welcome. Please call Pastor Darrell Graybeal for more infor­ mation at 385-3054. a.m.: Homecoming at Rock Creek Baptist Church Sunday, Sept. 2 at 11 a.m. There will be singing in the afternoon. Everyone is wel­ come to attend. 12:30 p.m.: The annual Car­ son Family Reunion will take place at the Old Jameson Home Place on Clifton Road Crumpler. All descendents Bob and Ollie Stitt Carson, friends and neighbors are wel­ come. Bring a covered dish and enjoy the fellowship. 12:30 p.m.: Hartzog Reunion nd Cemetery Decoration be held at Pine Swamp aptist Church Picnic Shelter. II descendants of Philip and artha McGlamery Hartzog nd Squire and Sara Jane ller Phillips are invited to atend. Please bring a covered ish and join us. For further inormation, you may call Lynelle lackburn at 877-2101. Thursday September 6 p.m.: Childbirth/Newborn are Classes are beginning, he classes are held at Ashe emorial Hospital. Call early register at 846-0734. Saturday September 8 oon to 5 p.m.: Elk Knob omecoming to celebrate the k Knob State Natural Area, itertainment by local musians, games and educational ;tivities for kids and adults, iture talks, hikes and more, avered dish picnic from noon 1 p.m. Bring lawn chairs! kes place rain or shine. Sunday September 9 a.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist rch on the Watertank i in West Jefferson anices a special service with unday School but The Prin­ cipals from Tenn. will sing and Rev. Shane Golds will preach. A meal will follow the service and everyone is invited. Also at Mt. Olive on Sept. 23-28 at 7:00 Revival with Rev. Tommy Dollar who will bring the mes­ sage each night with special singing. Rev. Clayborn pastor welcomes you. 10:30 a.m.: Homecoming at Temple Baptist Church. Rev. Micky Brooks will be the guest speaker. There will be special singing. After the worship ser­ vice lunch will be served in the fellowship hall. The pastor, Rev. Glenn Woodie, and the congregation invite everyone to attend. 1 p.m.: The annual Harless reunion will be held on Sunday, Sept. 9 at the Buffalo Baptist Church beginning at 1 p.m. All family and friends are encour­ aged to attend and bring a covered dish as well as any pictures or memories you want to share. Contact Linda Wyrick, Harless reunion secretary at 384-3790 with any questions. 1 p.m.: Promoting A Safe & Healthy Environment - Dis­ posal of Unused & Outdated Meds. Ashe Memorial Hospital Pharmacist Billy Smith will be the special speaker at the Ashe County Public Library Confer­ ence Room. For more informa­ tion call AMH at 846-7101 and ask for Yvonne Allen. Bristol Baptist Church will have their annual Homecom­ ing Service will be held Sep­ tember 9 with special singing by Faith Trio. Pastor, Rev. Billy Joe Blevins and congregation welcome. Fall Revival will be held at Friendship Baptist Church September 9-12. Dr. Stephen Rummage, a preaching profes­ sor from Southeastern Semi­ nary and preaching pastor at Hickory Grove Baptist Church will be our guest speaker. Verne Phifer, also from Hickory Grove Baptist Church, will be singing Monday evening Sep­ tember 10th, and the Ashe Baptist Associational Choir will be singing Tuesday evening Sept. 11th. Service times are as follows:Sunday Sept. 9th: Evening - 6:00 p.m. Monday Sept. 10 - Wednesday Sept. 12: 7:00 p.m. Please join us for a time of revival in our hearts and livesat the Friendship Bap­ tist Church. Tuesday September 11 7:30 p.m.: Smoke on the Mountain Homecoming at Ashe Civic Center. Sanders Family returns to the Mt. Pleas­ ant Baptist Church for Home­ coming. $15 Adults, $5 stu­ dents. Call 336-846-ARTS. Thursday September 13 7:30-9:30 a.m.: Cholesterol Screenings at Mt. Hearts for September. Extra opportuni­ ties to have your cholesterol checked during Cholesterol Education Month. Participants should fast 12 hours prior to test, but may drink water. Cost is $15. From 7:30-9:30 am, and appointments are neces­ sary. Call to schedule at 8460744. Also at the same time on Sept. 20 and 27. Friday September 14 5-8 p.m.: Gallery Crawl in Downtown West Jefferson. Open House at Studios and Galleries. Free. Call 336-846ARTS. Saturday September 15 2 p.m.: Ashe Memorial Hos­ pital will have a breastfeeding class for expectant mothers. Call for more information and to register at 846-0734. Saturday September 15 2 p.m.: The family of the late Samuel (Sam) and Matilda Oliver Graybeal will have their annual reunion with a covered dish meal at the Riverview Community Center in Creston. 7 p.m.: Rev. Eddy Lewis will be the guest speaker at Temple Baptist Church. There will be a special singing from the Moun­ tain View Baptist Church. The pastor, Rev. Glen Woodie, and the congregation invite every­ one to attend. Friday September 21 Neva Hart, an AQS certified appraiser, will be at the 5th annual quilt fair presented by the Ashe County Piecemakers Quilt Guild on Sept. 21 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sept. 22 form 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The fair will be held at Jefferson Station, located at 20 East Ashe Street in downtown West Jefferson, NC. Neva Hart will be appraising quilts, coverlets and textile art (antique and contemporary) on Friday and Saturday. For appointments, call Patsy at 336-877-9109. Verbal appraisal (general info and price range): $15 each. Written appraisal (includes photo and documentation): $45 each, 10% discount for two or more. Friday September 28 A Prayer Retreat is scheduled by Ashe Baptist Evangelism Committee for Friday night, Sept. 28 at 7:00PM and Sat­ urday morning at 9:00AM on Sept. 29 at Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church in Jefferson, NC. Presenting will be Dr. Chris Schofield from the Baptist State Conventiion of NC, Dr, Bob Lowman Associational Mis­ sionary from Metrolina Asso­ ciation near Charlotte and Mrs. Tara Furman from Cary author of "Intimacy with God,Your Dai­ ly Guide to Prayer". This is an excellent line up of speakers. This is open to the public. If you are interested in prayer you are invited. All denominations are welcome not just Ashe Bap­ tist folks. There is no cost. For more information call the Ashe Baptist Office at 246-5631. Ongoing Events How do Huskies' Fans celebrate after each Huskies' victory? They come to the Fifth Quarter. What is the 'Fifth Quarter'? It is a safe alternative and safe activity for high school and middle school students and their parents/friends. The 'Fifth Quarter' is held after each Ashe County High School home football game. The location of the 'Fifth Quarter' is the Youth Center at Warrensville Baptist Church and the Fellowship Hall of Warrensville United Methodist Church. Activities for the youth include games, music, devotional time and fellowship. This event is sponsored by the Warrensville Baptist, Warrensville United Methodist, Smethport United Methodist, Clifton United Methodist, and Phoenix Baptist Churches. For more information, please call 3843391. Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday - Friday without appointments. Primary Care: Monday - Friday Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary Country Roads Pharmacy: Ashe Mobile County Prescriptions can now be filled in Boone at the Hunger & Health Coalition (the old Health Dept. building off Bamboo Rd.). Medication pick-up days are Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10> am - 2 pm. Clients my call in prescription refills at 828-2621628.Your physician can fax new prescriptions to fax # 828-262-0154. Eligibility for Free Medical Clinic. Tuesdays. 4:00 - 6:00. Anyone interested in receiv­ ing free medical care from the Ashe County Free Medical Clinic must come to eligibility screening. To be eligible you must live or work in Ashe Coun­ ty, be between the ages of 19 - 64, have NO form of medical insurance, and provide proof of income that meets the clinic's policy. Call 846-4649 for an ap­ pointment, or come to the clinic (at the red light in Jefferson) on Tuesdays from 4:00 - 6:00. WIC (Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children): If you are a pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum woman, infant, i or child less than five years of age, and meet certain eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the WIC Program. WIC is a special supplemental food program that provides individually prescribed packages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program or know someone who does; contact 246-2013. Disabled American Veterans will have BINGO on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the Month at Family Central on the Ashe Central High School Rd. In Jefferson at 7 p.m.. There will be food available at the Morning Star Cafe'. For more information call 336-9823743. Alcoholics Anonymous Group meets on Mondays and Thursdays at Jefferson United Methodist Church at 7:30 p.m. - Closed Discussion and Saturday at noon - Closed "Big Book Study" - All meetings are non-smoking. Narcotics Anonymous group m Wednesdays and Saturdays at 7: 30 p.m. at Jefferson Church. United Methodist The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold August services at St. Mary's in West Jefferson. Holy Communion is celebrated at 8:30 and 10. Coffee hour imme­ diately followed the 10 service. For further information, call the church office at 982-3076. Choices for Sustainable Living discussion course offered at the West Jefferson Coffee House Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Come learn with others how easy it is to live more sustainably. One person really can make a difference! For information call Gerry at the New River Earth Institute 336-877-1860 or visit www. NewRiverEarthlnstitute.org. Mountain Overtones Barber­ shop Chorus now meets Thursdays at 7 p.m. at West Jefferson United Methodist Church. AL-ANON (for family and friends of addicted persons): Meets on Wednesdays at the First Baptist Church in West Jefferson at noon. For details, call 384-1940. The Board of Elections meets the second Tuesday in each month at the Court House in Jefferson. These meetings are open to the public. Provisional Broker Course Scheduled: For provisional brokers, a 30-hour course in "Broker Relationships and Responsibilities" is scheduled for four Tuesdays in September at the Ashe Campus of Wilkes Community College locat­ ed behind the Ashe County High School. Registration and the first class will be Sept. 5, beginning at 9 a.m. Tuition for the class will be 55 dollars. The text for the course will be an additional cost. The course will conclude Sept. 25. Students must have completed the prelicensing course and passed the provisional broker state examination in order to qualify to enter the class. The instruc­ tor for the course will be Phil Lewis. Contact him by phone at 336-846-2078 or by e-mail at Lewisp@skybest.com. Real estate course sched­ uled for fall: For persons who wish to obtain a real estate license, a course in the fun­ damentals of real estate is scheduled for Wednesday eve­ nings at the Ashe County High School. Registration and the first class will be Aug. 22 at 5:30 p.m. Tuition for the class is set at 60 dollars. The text for the course will be an additional cost. The course will conclude Dec. 17, with one class being held on Saturday, Nov. 17. The instructor for the course will be Phil Lewis. Contact him by phone at 336-846-2078 or by e-mail at Lewisp@skybest. com. Art for the Health of Expressive Arts Therapy It: For breast cancer survivors. Through music, visual arts, movement, poetry and sto­ rytelling, we feel emotional release, inspiration, a sense of community and a remember­ ing of the beauty of life even in the midst of our darkest hours. We somehow know that all is not lost, and are rejoined to hope. Each class will explore a new expressive arts oppor­ tunity. You do not need to 'be an artist' to participate. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Inc. Program. Meets the 4th Monday of each month. Doors open at 5pm for infor­ mal sharing and opportunities to explore books and tapes in the Resource Room. Group lasts from 5:30-6:30. Location: Cancer Resource Center at the Seby B. Jones Cancer Center. For more information call the Seby B.Jones Regional Cancer Center at (828) 262-4332. Breast Cancer Support Program Whether you have just been diagnosed with breast cancer, or are in treatment or recovery, or a survivor of sev­ eral years, this free support program offers opportunities to share issues specific to breast cancer in a supportive and understanding group. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Inc. Meets twice a month on 1st and 3rd Mondays. Doors open at 5pm for informal sharing and opportunities to explore books and tapes in the Resource Room. Group lasts from 5:30-6:30. Led by Carolyn Carr, LCSW Location": Cancer Resource Center at the Seby B. Jones Cancer Center For more information about any of these programs, call the Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center at (828) 262-4332. Watauga Wellness Cancer Program. A fitness program for patients actively receiving cancer treatment or those who have gone through treat­ ment in the past year, as well as spouses/caregivers. Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:00 -1:00 pm at the Wellness Center. Call Beth Ann Syers at (828) 266-1060 for more information. FaithBridge United Methodist Church would like invite area singles to a Single Adult Fellowship opportunity in the form of a 10 week Bible Study series by Erwin McManus. In this inspiring study, Chasing Daylight, McManus uses the biblical account of Israel's war with the Philistines, and the characters of Jonathan and Saul to demonstrate the dif­ ference between living a life of purpose and adventure, and living one of apathy and missed opportunity. Through this pow­ erful story, McManus artfully illustrates the eight character­ istics of an adventurer's heart, which he calls "The Jonathan Factor." The study will be held at the Faithbridge offices, at the cor­ ner of Aho Rd and Highway 321 on Friday evenings at 7:00 PM beginning September 7th. To learn more, come out to our introductory session on August 29th at 7 PM. Refreshments will be served and all will get the chance to see and review the material. Come and enjoy this informal opportunity for fel­ lowship with other single adults in our community! For directions or more infor­ mation call Tracey at 828-964- 0886. • Museum offers veterans' display Photo courtesy of Ashe County Historical Society The Museum of Ashe County History is hosting a display of veterans' memorabilia asp*rt of the Veterans Appreciation celebration sponsored by the Jeffersons Rotary Club. The exhibit features a photo essay of pictures, stories and letters that were sent to the Sky'and Post newspaper during WWII. Uniforms, equipment, souvenirs and personal items have been loaned to the museum during this time. The museum, located across the street from the 1904 Courthouse in Jefferson, will keep this temporary exhibit up for at least one m°re week. Open hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. Veterans and vo'"nteer guides are present to greet visitors and answer questions. mm/ CANT TOUCH THIS!!! NEW MODELS DOUBLEWIDES, LAND/HOME No CREDIT!!! 1ST TIME HOME BUYERS QUICK APPROVAL 336-973-4462 TOWN OF WEST JEFFER s0N PUBLIC HEARING The Board of Aldermen for the Town of son will hold a public hearing on Thursday'Septet" w' 6, 2007 at 5:55 PM at Town Hall ITie purPos0^ hearing is to receive comment onJthe rezon'ng Highway-Commercial (H-C) to jes'dential" s| jrlcv the property owned by Samuel B. Church an • ' A. Church (parcel# 19223-00|7-15)' T, tLjev A. was requested by Samuel B . Cfiurch and . ^ , Uttulucl D Church in order to ensure the uses are cons the R-7 Zoning District. �TUESDAY, AUGUST 28, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Local artist picked for more than 20,000 visitors from around the country and Storm Troopers, 8-foot-tall around the world, and fea­ skeletons and beasts of every tures prominent artists in the Artists shape and size are no strang­ science fiction field. er to West Jefferson artist are selected to participate in Coy Powers. For the past five the convention based on their years, Powers has been rub­ submissions to a three-jury bing shoulders with these panel, and fewer than a hun­ and other characters at the dred are chosen. Powers will be primar­ annual Dragon*Con science fiction convention in Atlanta. ily exhibiting watercolors of This year, Powers will be dis­ science fiction and fantasy playing more than 30 pieces scenes. He will also have a of his own artwork at the con­ chance to sell his artwork vention's art show from Aug. through the convention's bid­ ding system and Art on De­ 31 to Sept. 3. Although he has done oth­ mand program. This experience is the lat­ er, smaller art shows before, this is Powers' first large con­ est episode in a self-described vention: Dragon*Con draws lifelong obsession with art. by Katherine Brownlow Staff Writer " A | l l kids draw w h e n f l they're lit- V tie," Powers * said. "Instead of growing out of it, I just kept doing it." P o wers is a self- Dragon*Con juried art show taught artist. His journey as an artist has ranged from the traditional media of watercolor, ink, sculp­ ture to cutting-edge digital works—including both twoand three-dimensional ^ works. More than just drawing in his spare time,Powers plans ^k to eventually come time, self-supporting artist. "It's been a life-long dream for me to support myself as an artist," Powers said. "Un­ like other people who don't know what they want to do, I have always known." Dragon*Con is a great op­ portunity for Powers to get his name out as an artist. "Being in a juried art show carries a lot of weight in the art world," Powers said. This convention could lead to many other opportunities along his quest to become a full-time artist. While this is his first major juried show, he previously exhibited his work at Stellar*Con in Dur­ ham. "That was a great expe­ These animals are available for adoption, My name is Skitty and I'm aprox. 12 wks of age. I am so clever, and easily entertained, litter trained and well-be­ haved. I play well with oth­ ers and love curling up on the sofa with my foster parents. Hello, My name is Beauty and 1 must say that I am quite beautiful as you can see! I was abandoned by my previous owners because I was ready to have kittens. My foster people found homes for the kittens and now I need to find a permanent home. My name is Dash and I'm a 3 yr old Boxer. I get along great with other dogs and love kids but as for cats no thank you!! Please help me find a home! Saturday Is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. * AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located directly in front of the Armoiy on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@slybest.com Now you can stay close to family and friends with unlimited long-distance* from SkyBest. As part of a SkySelectionsSM bundle of residential services, you can talk all you want and enjoy our most popular calling features. As your local telephone and Internet experts, SkyLine/SkyBest works hard to offer the best services at great prices. Call today, and start saving while you stay connected. Usage limitations and other restrictions apply. Service may not be available in all areas. Not valid with any additional offers or discounts. Unlimited long-distance must lie purchased within a residential SkySelections bundle including, local service, long-distance and calling features. If purchased within a SelectSurf bundle, a one-year service agreement is required and an early termination fee would apply. - c. rience," he said. "I am really looking forward to this new opportunity. I am honored to have work displayed along­ side many well-known art­ ists." Powers is currently devel­ oping an independent Web site for his artwork, which will have a section where people can order prints of his paintings, drawings and digital media. The Web site will hopefully be available by the end of the year. Until then, visit http://chaosfox0. sheezyart.com to see samples of Powers' art. Powers' currently works as production manager for the Jefferson Post. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 69 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 16 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-08-28 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/d99d338fba1214b86463b1bd83024e5d.pdf fc034ba3dec04e523d2ce27997ca49f6 PDF Text Text •Volleyball team upsets Greyhounds Friday page 1B August 31,2007 • Tennis now 3-0 in conference 500 page 1B Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com • Mountain Valley football results Volume 82, Issue 70 page 2B SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Farmers facing 'hay emergency' RALEIGH - With live­ that drought mainly affected stock farmers facing a "hay only a portion of the state. emergency" because of the This time the whole state is drought, Agriculture Com­ affected, and we're talking missioner Steve Troxler this about a demand that's 80 week encouraged corn and times greater. It's a pretty soybean farmers to consider daunting task to try to ship in baling their stalks and plants that much hay, so we've got to for use as animal feed. be creative in helping farm­ Reports ers cope. from farmers "Corn and across the state soybean grow­ indicate that ers also are as many as suffering from 800,000 round the drought. bales of hay Baling corn will be needed stubble. and soybeans for to make up the hay can give shortfall and feed livestock these growers through the a marketable option for their winter. Com­ damaged crops pared with the drought ol Agriculture Commissioner whileproviding 2002, the mag- steve Troxler: State faces our livestock producers with nitude ot the ^ay emergency. additional feed problem this options," Trox­ year is much greater, Troxler said. ler said. "There's no doubt we are Farmers who bale these seeing a hay emergency in feed alternatives can list North Carolina," he said. them for sale on the N.C. "When we had a drought five Department of Agriculture years ago, we were able to and Consumer Services' Hay help farmers meet their need Alert Web site. Hay Alert al­ for 10,000 bales of hay. But lows farmers to place free list- and how to feed them to cat­ tle. Workshops in the East have focused on how to bale these crops for fodder. Troxler acknowledged that farmers might be apprehen­ sive about baling cornstalks and soybean plants. "They might not have baling equip­ ment or think it's too much trouble to try to gather this material," he said. "But live­ stock farmers in our western counties might be willing - even eager - to bring their equipment to your farm and bale this fodder. That's the kind of cooperation and cre­ ativity we're trying to foster." If farmers consider using a damaged crop, such as corn and soybeans, for other uses and the crop is covered by insurance, they need to talk with their insurance agent RALEIGH—Livestock farmers whose hay supply is dwindling because of the drought can learn about al­ ternative feeds such as baled cornstalks during a workshop from 10 a.m. to noon Wednes­ day, Sept. 5, at the Upper Mountain Research Station in Laurel Springs. The workshop is free. "With little hay to be found in North Carolina and sur­ rounding states, corn fod­ der that is baled after grain harvest and soybeans cut for hay are two feed options that might work for some farmers," said Lynn Howard, regional agronomist with the N.C. De­ partment of Agriculture and Consumer Services. "We're giving fanners the opportu­ nity to see these forage mate­ rials up close and learn how to feed them to their animals." A forage specialist with N.C. Cooperative Extension will discuss the nutritional value of alternative feeds and provide information about how to use them. The Upper Mountain Re­ search Station is located at 8004 N.C. 88 East. For more information about the work­ shop, contact Howard at (828) 313-9982. See Emergency, page 5A Meeting planned Because of the continuing dry weather, local farmers are facing a major shortage of hay for the winter. ings seeking or selling hay. It also has a section for finding or offering hay transportation services. The site is available at www.ncagr.com/HayAlert. Listings are searchable by county and state. Farmers also can use the Hay Alert service by calling toll free at 1-866-506-6222 weekdays from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Operators will take call­ ers' information and add it to the Web site or search the da­ tabase for them. "We're serving as a facili­ tator, working to help farmers help each other," Troxler said. "We're also talking with our state and federal partners, other states and industry groups that might be able to help with this enormous issue facing our farmers." The department and N.C. Cooperative Extension have organized a series of work­ shops focused on alternative feeds. Workshops in western counties have dealt with the nutritional value of baled cornstalks and soybean hay Sweet Aromas reopens Saturday by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor There were many tears and a long line of devastated cus­ tomers helping move equip­ ment the day Sweet Aromas closed in downtown West Jef­ ferson. But now they're back! Reopening Saturday in Jef­ ferson, Sweet Aromas Caf6 and Bakery is located in the Summit Support Services res­ taurant facility formerly oc­ cupied by Morningstar Cafe, directly kcross from Jefferson Post Office. This reopening is the con­ tinuation of a dream for own­ er Paula Williams, and a new partnership with Summit Support Services. "I don't know who is more excited about Sweet Aromas reopening, Paula or the Ashe County community," said Carla Johnson, administrative assistant. "Paula thrives on serving the community, and it was her dream to open a res­ taurant in Ashe County." That dream was temporar­ ily lost when Sweet Aromas lost its lease on the downtown West Jefferson location. Since then, Paula has been looking for a new home and finally Post photo by Linda Burchette Sweet Aromas Cafe and Bakery reopens Saturday In Jefferson bringing together a former favorite eatery in the county with a community service program at Summit Support Services. found it in Jefferson. So not only are Paula's wonderful and tasty creations back, so are the baked delights from Jackie Brown of Creative Ventures. And for those who missed them as much as her food, Paula's bear hugs are back as well. "People would say, 'I miss Paula's hugs,' when they said See Reopening, page 5A Starting the year with a song... Post photo by Jim Thompson The highlight of the welcome back celebration at the Ashe Campus of Wilkes Community College last week was two performances by Heather Purdin, a talented singer/song­ writer from Boone. Watch for her CD in the spring. You can listen now at www.myspace.com/heatherpurdin. New CD highlights 'An Evening at River House' by Jim Thompson Editor Last April, a small group of friends and fans gathered at the River House for two amazing evenings of music. Those special nights were captured by UNC-TV, and have been featured on tele­ vision since. Now those who were not at the popular Grassy Creek destination can share in the special sounds created at the River House. "An Evening At River House" offers 17 cuts featur­ ing an eclectic range of music styles—but all by top per­ formers in their fields. Gayle Winston, the owner of River House, had longed dreamed of capturing some of the rich performances that are a regular part of the rou­ Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com J tine there. The result is this CD, which became a birthday present for her in July. The 17 cuts on the album are: • Tim and Debbie Yates, The Mountains Where You Long To Be • Wayne Henderson and Helen White, Alabama Jubi­ lee • Vendetta Cremb, World Weary • Martha Bassett and Deb­ bie Yates, Kippy Dooley • Linda Carroll, Down to the River • Wayne Henderson and Helen White, Nothing To It • Aaron Price, Shadow of Death • Hi-Tone Hepcats, Talk to Me • Greg Carroll and Emile Pandolfi, Georgia on My Mind • Emile Pandolfi, I Got Rhythm • Martha and the Moodswingers, Summer Samba • Emile Pandolfi, Lovin' Man • George Hamilton IV, Me and My Old Guitar • John Stewart, Sea Miner • Greg Carroll and Band, Every Day I Have the Blues • Vendetta Crercfo, King For a Day • Martha Bassett and Band, Choo-Choo Ch' Boogie As can be seen from this, the live cuts include some previously unrecorded combi­ nations of performers—such as R&B legend Greg Carroll with acclaimed piano mae­ stro Emile Pandolfi. Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,731 27,662 U.S. service people killed (as of 8/29) U.S. service people wounded (as of 8/29) There is also a first-time appearance on a recording by well-known local author John Stewart, playing an original composition on piano. Martha Bassett, with her baqd the Moodswingers, were a perennial favorite at Christ­ mas in July. Wayne Hen­ derson, of course, is known around the world both as a luthier and performer. The evenings of April 2 and 29, 2007, were memo­ rable times at River House. This new CD captures the flavor and feel of what hapI^ned those nights, allow­ ing everyone to share in the memories. Copies of the CD, priced at $15 each, are currently avail­ able at River House. For in­ formation, call 982-2109. Another record falls at Grandfather GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN—A high of 76 degrees on Wednesday broke the previous record for August 29 of 75 degrees set in 1993. This is the tenth time in August 2007 when a new daily high temperature record was set at the official US Weather Service reporting station located next to Grandfather Mountain's Mile High Swinging Bridge. The all time highest temperature ever recorded on the Mountain was 83 degrees set August 22, 1983 and again on July 26, 2005. RIVER'ROUSE Signing at Skyland Books The author of a historical romance set in the Civil War will kick off the September series ol book signings at Skyland Books & Gifts. Hawk McKinney will be at the store Saturday from JJ:30 a-m. to 12:30 p.m. to sign copies of his book, Moccasin Trace." He is the author of four awardwinning novels and his new book has been nomi­ nated for several awards. Raised in the Ozarks, cKinney served over 20 years in the U.S. Marine °rps and was a faculty member at several major medical universities. He now lives in Georgia. �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, AUGUST 31, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SOCIALS Matkins-Woodie to wed Mr. and Mrs. John Lack­ ey of Miller's Creek and Mr. and Mrs. Jessie Matkins of Todd announce the upcoming marriage of their daughter, Mandy Lynn 2007, at 3 p.m. The ceremo­ ny will take place at Calva­ ry Free Will Baptist Church in Glendale Springs. Family and friends are invited to attend. Baby News Mr. and Mrs. Russell Burton Bard Bard-Hermann ceremony at Pigeon Forge Mary Dean Hermann and Russell Burton Bard, of Crumpler, North Carolina exchanged marriage vows in a private creekside ceremony on August 23. The bride is a former resident of Atlanta, Geor­ gia where she served as a Child Advocate Attorney for abused and neglected chil­ dren in Fulton and Dekalb counties. Mary continues working on child advocacy issues from Crumpler as a staff attorney with the Carl Vinson Institute of Govern­ ment at the University of Georgia. Mary also works Matkins, to Matthew Keith Woodie, saon of Rev. and Mrs. Keith Woodie of Glendale Springs. The couple will be mar­ ried on Saturday, Sept. 22, nie and Bob Koebernik, and Brian Rhoden and paternal grandparents are Diana and Roy Billings. Great -grand­ parents are Sandy Riegler, Delray Worley, Clyde and An­ ion Cole, and James and Nola Rhoden. Trisha Ann and John Paul Osborne of West Jefferson as a training consultant with announce the birth of their the Supreme Court of Geor­ son, Brayden James Osborne. gia's Committee for Justice He was' born Aug. 23, 2007, for Children where she has at Ashe Memorial Hospital, published several training weighed 8 pounds, 12 ounces - practice resources includ­ and was 20.5 inches long. He ing Trial Notebooks for Child Attorneys and Parent Attor­ Trevor Reese Worley was will be welcomed home by sib­ neys. born August 14, 2007, at lings# Harley Osborne, ChonThe groom is a lifelong res­ Watauga Medical Center dra Osborne, Breanna Truesident of Crumpler where his at 8:17 a.m. He weighed 7 dell and Isabella Osborne. family has farmed for over pounds, 9 ounces and was 19 Grandparents are James and fifty years. Russell continues Nola Osborne of Creston, the family farming tradition 3/4 inches long. Parents are James and Sandy Clement along the South Fork of the Sandy and Kevin Worley of of G&ld Hill, Ore., and Patty New River as Bard Farms Lansing. His sisters are Hanna and Autumn Hayes. Ma­ Richihond of Houston, Texas. and in the off seasons oper­ Tiffany Wyrick and Phil­ ates New River Transport ternal grandparents are Bon­ lip Severt of West Jefferson trucking. announce the birth of their daughter, Lenzie Michelle Se­ vert. She was born on Aug 25, 2007, at 6:23 p.m. at Forsyth Medical Center. She weighed 1 pound, 7 ounces, and was 12.5 inches long. Shannon and Keith Blevins of West Jefferson an­ nounce the birth of their son, Connor Blevins. He was born Aug. 16, 2007, at Watauga Medical Center, and weighed 8 pounds, 4 ounces. Crystal and Dustin Miller of West Jefferson announce the birth of their son, who was born Aug. 17, 2007, at Watauga Medical Center. He weighed 6 pounds, 4 ounces. Courtney Miller and Rob­ bie Hart of West Jefferson an­ nounce the birth of their son, Bryson Hart. He was born Aug. 22, 2007, at Watauga Medical Center. He weighed 6 pounds, 9 ounces. Evan Alexander Williams would to welcome home his baby sister, Callie Deslyn Wil­ liams, born Aug. 3, 2007, at Watauga Medical Center. She weighed 7 pounds, 3 ounces. Parents are Carla and Matt Williams of West Jefferson. 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Steve Goss reports from Raleigh It's good to be home again from Raleigh! I want to share some obser­ vations about my first experi­ ence developing and passing a budget for the state. It is simply a remarkable process in government at work for the people of North Carolina. In spite of the complexity of trying to meet everyone's needs while keeping taxes down, this state budget has done well for the people of the 45th Senate District. Among the more visible projects that we were able to get funded in the budget and other related legislation to benefit Ashe and Watauga $34-million for a new Col­ lege of Education building for Appalachian State Uni­ versity; and $5-million to pay for land for the building. $708,000 for a new Di­ vision of Forestry Services headquarters in Ashe Coun­ ty. $120-million to protect our natural resources and lands. $100-million in the Clean Water Management Trust Fund to combat water pollu­ tion in our state. $420,000 4 over the next two years to establish three National Guard Family As­ sistance Centers to help the families of deployed National Guard members. I appreciate the help of State Representative Cullie Tarleton who worked with me to make sure these projects were supported and shep­ herded through the House of Representatives. While these major proj­ ects are significant and vis­ ible, I'm pleased there's also much in the budget that di­ rectly benefits average folks here in the district - Post file photo State Sen. Steve Goss A cap on gasoline taxes. Eliminating the counties' share of paying for Medicaid. This should save Ashe Coun­ ty $932,000 and Watauga $365,000 over the next two State has 5th fattest adolescents RALEIGH - North Caro­ lina's adolescents are the 5th most overweight in the na­ tion, according to the fourth annual F as in Fat: How Obesity Policies are Failing in America report released today at the U.S. Southern Obesity Conference in Little Rock, Ark. The report, released by Trust for America's Health, a Washington-based health ad­ vocacy group, examines cur­ rent policy and grand-scale changes that need to be con­ sidered to combat the grow­ ing obesity epidemic. The ranking comes from data collected by the Centers for Disease Control and Pre­ vention in January of 2003 through July of 2004, in a random-digit dialed phone survey of parents about their child's health. With 19.3 per­ cent of the state's 10 to 17year-olds classified as over­ weight, North Carolina ranks 5th highest in the country. "This is a grave concern for us," said State Health Direc­ tor Leah Devlin. "The CDC reports that this generation of kids is not expected to live as long as their parents because of the health issues associated with carrying so many extra pounds." North Carolina ranks 17th in obesity for adults, accord­ ing to the 4th edition of F as in Fat. North Carolina's obesity rate increased to 26.6 percent in 2006 from 25.9 percent in 2005, while the rate of over­ weight adults declined from 36.7 percent in 2005 to 36.2 percent in 2006. This data is collected through the Behav­ ioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, a random-digit dialed phone survey conducted ev­ ery year by the CDC. Survey participants self-report their height and weight, which is then converted to the Body Mass Index, a number that reflects body weight adjusted for height. "This ranking means we have more diabetes, more heart disease and strokes, not to mention the quality of life issues - depression, so­ cial stigma and ostracizing of obese people in our society," said Devlin. "This is particu­ larly true for children, who suffer from bullying and teas­ ing in school, depression, low self-esteem - these all impact that child's ability to succeed in school and in life." years. Salary increases for public school teachers, and ASU and community college faculty. Salary increases for state employees. A cost-of-living increase for state retirees. An earned-income tax credit for families with the least income. Funding for affordable prescriptions for senior citi­ zens, expanded health cover­ age for uninsured children, and for rural health clinics. $90-million in income tax cuts for small business own­ ers. This budget makes invest­ ments in our future with money for water and sewer grants for rural communities, land and water preservation, and the One North Carolina Fund designed to spur eco­ nomic growth in the state. It also establishes a perma­ nent funding source for can­ cer research to help combat the second-leading cause of death in our state. And the budget includes $175-million Devlin says "What we need activity wherever people live, Learn more at www.Eatto do is focus our resources learn, earn, play and pray. SmartMoveMoreNC.com. on prevention and reduction of obesity, by changing state and local policy, and making our communities places that make healthy choices the easy option. We need to encour­ age individuals and families to make healthier decisions about eating and physical activity, but they can't do it alone. Our state must put policies into place to make it easier for people to make bet­ ter decisions. We have a plan to do these things and have made some progress, but we still have a ways to go." To make the changes we need to see, Devlin recommends the following: •Fully fund and imple­ ment Eat Smart, Move More: North Carolina's Plan to Pre­ vent overweight, Obesity and Related Chronic Diseases •Provide funding to lo­ cal communities to support at least one full-time public health professional in each county to address the key risk factors that lead to chronit disease •Support the work of loca! Healthy Carolinians partner­ ships and Physical Activity and Nutrition Coalitions. •Establish quality physi­ cal education in our schools across all grade levels. 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Lane" BR AND Eat Smart, Move More North Carolina is a statewide movement that promotes increased opportunities for healthy eating and physical $50 OFF $75 OFF $100 OFF Westwood Elementary School's fifth grade class traveled to the Ashe County Sanitary Landfill on Monday, Aug. 20. The students have been learning about what happens to our trash and the need to recycle. Brian Houck at Ashe County Environmental Services led the students on a tour of the fa­ cilities and shared interesting information concerning the landfill.The children were impressed by the operations at the landfill and are motivated to recycle and to encourage oth­ ers to recycle as well The fifth grade class at Westwood is in charge of a school wide recycling program. Students collect paper products from the recycling bins in each classroom on Monday and Thursday of each week. It is weighed by the students and then taken to the Baldwin Convenience Center by parent volunteers. Last year, students collected over one ton of paper for recycling. Valuabl^Goupons! a m • • m • Lane® Magnolia Sofa Students recycling for the state's "Rainy Day" fund, so we have the resourc­ es we need in a hurricane or other emergency. I was staggered and so­ bered by the complexity of the issues, needs and inter­ ests which are bundled in this budget, but I am reas­ sured by the nature of the democratic process that al­ lows us to debate and, finally, agree on a plan for the next two years of state spending. It reminded me that Win­ ston Church once said, "De­ mocracy is the worst form of government......except for all the others." And I have greatly benefitted from the many people in the district who offered advice and assis­ tance while I worked on the budget. Thank you for your feed­ back on these issues. As al­ ways, I appreciate hearing from you at (919)733-5742, P.O. 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Turn Kignt on [Nortnew School Northewst turn Right Rd. and YOU'RE THEF THERE! 160 Northwest School Road • Warrensville, NC • 336-384-2929 Mon-Fri 9AM - 5PM ~ Sat 9AM - 3PM �Public Opinion « were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without" government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." -Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Art school is suitable tribute We welcome the recent announcement of plans for The Paul and Florence Thomas Memorial Art School in Glendale Springs. There can be no more fitting tribute to the late Florence Thomas than an art school. While a muse­ um displaying many of her works will be an important part of this facility, it would not be suitable as the only tribute to her life. As least as much as she loved art, Florence Thomas loved teaching art. She was devoted to helping others find creativity and talent within themselves, and assisting them as they grew as artists. So many benefitted from her Godgiven gifts. That is why an art school is a perfect tribute. Mrs. Thomas herself, we believe, would not have wanted her life to be remembered as a static collection. Rather, the exciting world of cre­ ativity that is coming to Glendale Springs would be exactly where she would want to be—and where her work, in a very real sense, can continue. Glendale Springs appears to be a good loca­ tion for the school. It has access to the riches of the Blue Ridge Parkway, while it can be reached from other counties and parts of the state with ease. There To the Editor: Joanne Gregory recently left Ashe Services for Aging, Inc., after 26 years of service to this community. Joanne is an unsung hero who quietly served the people of this area without fanfare or applause. She was instrumental in starting the agency and served many people over the years. She has told of walking for two miles, carrying her equipment, to get to clients' homes. Also of being chased off with shotguns! Joanne's deep empathy for the clients and the in-home aides never wavered. She always listened when they called and did her best to get help for them. Whether she could or could not get help that was needed, she always called back to ex­ plain. She was always avail­ able to them, to share in the good and the bad times, to help when she could, but above all to listen. Joanne did this, seldom missing work or taking all of her vacation because she cared about the agency and the people. Her accumulated knowledge and compassion will be deeply missed. If your life or your fami­ ly's life has been touched by Joanne, please let her know. She misses you all. Letters to the Editor I would like to give a very special thanks to Badger Fu­ neral Home, Warrensville Baptist Church, Ashe Shrine Club, Ashe Masonic Lodge, JROTC, VFW, Rev. Jeff Nave, Rev. Wayne Osborne and his singing and Tanya Hudler for her singing. Preston, we love and miss you tremendously. I know that you are in God's hands now. May your memory be eternal. Wife Helen Lyle and family Janice Day Thanks Thanks to from family the editor To the Editor: To the Editor: I would like to thank ev­ eryone that cried, grieved and shared memories of Pres­ ton Lyle. There were so many flowers, food and phone calls expressing condolences for Preston. I thank everyone for their love, kindess, friendship arid support during the most difficult time in my life. Thank you, Mr. Thompson, for your powerful editorial posting of August 28, 2007 "Pointless Purse and Real Wealth." You hit the nail on the head and I won't spoil it by adding a thing. What' -mem (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Production Manager Graphic Artist/Webmaster Sports/General News Reporter Business Manager Receptionist Advertising Sales Advertising Sales FRIDAY, AU Thanks, Joanne! are a variety of services nearby, and yet the school will have a rural feel to it. There is no way to over­ estimate the impact Mrs. Thomas has had on this community. Her years of teaching planted seeds that have led to the devel­ opment of our art galleries and other cultural activi­ ties. Because of those, West Jefferson's downtown was able to bounce back after the factory closings earlier this decade. That district now draws thousands of people, helping to create jobs for our local people. You do not have to travel very far in North Carolina to find other towns that look far less prosper­ ous than ours, and Mrs. Thomas' devotion to art has played a role in mak­ ing that true. We await with excite­ ment and interest the next generation of local artists who will hone their skills at the Thomas Memorial Art School. It will be fas­ cinating to watch as this center of education helps to continue the development of art in this county and region. The spirit of Florence Thomas lives on. Through this school, another gen­ eration embark on the adventure of creative dis­ covery that transformed and shaped this remark­ able woman's life. Member: _ N.C. Press Association PAGE 4A 3,, 2007 Linda Burchette Coy Powers Wendy Cole Michael Graybeal Sandra Osborne Kelly Blevins Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson limes Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. There's no question the public's interest in talking to economists rises with bad news. Ever since the stock mar­ ket got the "wobbles," my phone has been ringing with questions about recessions, slowdowns and economic bad times. People rightly want to know what the sell-off in the market and the associated credit problems in housing and mortgages mean for their economic future. There's a joke that goes, "Economists are good at pre­ dicting the past, but no more than average at forecasting the future." I think that's fairly ac­ curate. If economists have an advantage, it's in helping folks understand the funda­ mental forces that are driv­ ing the economy. So now that I've reduced your expectations of what I can deliver, here are my answers to questions about the recent turmoil in the financial markets. Things had been going so well with stocks, with record highs. What sparked the re­ cent sell-off? There are two possible an­ swers. One is that the stock market got ahead of itself, and rose too high, too fast. When cooler heads prevailed, a "cor­ rection," meaning a decline of 10 percent or more, was due. This is not unusual. There's a lot of psychology behind stock investing, and invest­ ment markets don't move in straight lines. The other answer is that problems in the mortgage cred­ it market were the cause. With mortgage bankruptcies rising, and with mortgages now a part of many more investment Kershaw Getty Fleetwood Badjob by everyone To the Editor: I found the editorial titled "Good job, Susan" to be a dis­ appointing piece to your pa­ per and contrary to your edi­ torial guidelines stating; "the subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest..." It also states; "let­ ters must not be libelous". As a publisher of a com­ munity newspaper, you are certainly aware of the Web­ ster definition of "libel" be­ ing; "defamation in writing or printing." How then, does language such as "this lying bunch of hypocrites" (Dean Baldwin referring to "another Republican president") not qualify for your censoring this highly biased piece? Per­ haps the bottle of vodka refer­ enced in the editorial and the suggestion that drinking the same won't ease the pain of seeing our President was part of the cause associated with such biased and libelous com­ ments. I too am disappointed with President Bush's perfor­ mance, however, how about just a bit of respect for the of­ fice and our President wheth­ er you like him or not? Does this suggest that the Editor, staff, and anyone asso­ ciated with the Jefferson Post uses it as a platform to con­ vey their political persuasion rather than priding them­ selves on being a fair and balanced publication? If this is not the case, disregard the notion, however, it certainly could be construed as such. It has become epidemic in this country that the media, both Hollywood and New York based, television, movie, print and other, have all had a dra­ matic influence especially on the young and feeble mind­ ed. Considering the decay of morals and the in the gutter content being promoted by so many of the liberal media sources, especially film and TV, it would be wonderful to see our local print media en­ deavor to keep all balanced. The opportunity to use the paper as an editorial platform to spew politically biased con­ tent as demonstrated by the above referenced piece is bad selection criteria on the part of your editorial staff in my humble opinion. I will howev­ er, give you a bit more credit if I see you publish this after my spanking you pretty good. Thank you, Elliot Bigman Todd portfolios or price declines haven't sold the economy runs the chance than in and therefore aren't recorded, of creating higher inflation the past, Still, isn't a fundamen- later. Have I made you feel bet­ p r o b - tal problem that American ter? Maybe, maybe not. Have lems in households are overburdened mortgage with debt, and this makes I provided any infallible fore­ loans can their financial situation "iffy" casts? Probably not. Have I increased your understanding quickly at best? spread I t i s t r u e t h a t h o u s e h o l d of what's been driving some of to many debt has increased, but debt the ups and downs in invest­ ment markets? investors is only one side of the finanMike Walden The answer, I hope you'll andmany cial picture. The other side is decide, is yes. c o m p a ­ assets, or the value of invest­ ments. The difference between nies. Dr. Mike Walden is a Wil­ Why have mortgage bank­ household assets and house­ liam Neal Reynolds Professor hold debt is net worth. On av­ ruptcies gone up? With interest rates at gen­ erage, household net worth is and North Carolina Coopera­ eration lows and plenty of more than five times greater tive Extension economist in the money available to lend, home than household income, and Department of Agricultural buying and mortgage lending this measure trended higher and Resource Economics of N.C. State University's College this decade. skyrocketed this decade. Certainly, the financial pic­ of Agriculture and Life Sci­ Unfortunately, some bor­ rowers have been hurt by a ture isn't rosy for all house­ ences. He teaches and writes on personal finance, economic holds. two-pronged trap. Household net worth is a outlook and public policy. First: Interest rates rose during the past two years, and much smaller multiple of in­ if the borrower used an ad­ come for lower-income house­ justable rate mortgage, they holds, and there are many found payments also have households wkose debt ex­ risen to, perhaps, an unafford- ceeds their assets. But from The editorial page of the an economy-wide perspective, able level. Jefferson Post is available, Second: It's taking longer household finances still look free of charge, for readers now to sell a house, so borrow­ strong. to express their views. All What role does the govern­ it takes is a letter to the ers with payment problems editor. The subject of the ment have in this? may not be able get out of the letters should be a matter The government, but spe­ loan before bankruptcy hits. of community interest and cifically the Federal Reserve, Aren't falling housing pric­ should be limited to 700 can ease financial tensions by es contributing to the prob­ words. making loans to banks and by lem? Letters must be signed Actually, the best measure simply printing more money. with an address and of home prices, which com­ In fact, the Federal Reserve phone number for verifi­ pares prices of the same hous­ has don^ some of this in the cation purposes. Only the es over time, continues to show past weeks. writer's name and com­ But there are two poten­ prices going up, although at a munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ slower pace than in the past. tial downsides to such actions. ous and no poetry will be The slowest gains are in the Some say the issues behind the stock market jitters should accepted for publication. New England states and the Please address: To the take care of themselves. This Midwest. Same-house prices Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. viewpoint believes bad loans in the South are rising at 4-toBox 808, West Jefferson, 5 percent annually. Of course, should go under and inves­ NC 28694 or email to these data only include homes tors in those loans should lose jthompson@jeffersonthat actually sold. It may be money. More broadly, pumping post.com. that homes with slower gains more money and credit into Express your views �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, AUGUST 31, 2007 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Jefferson man remembers day old photo was taken Walters family rode in wagon to see off men serving in World War I by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor These days, soldiers leave their homes here in Ashe County by car or truck, but back then, it was horse and buggy, or in the case of an old photo published in Tuesday's paper, by train. The famed Virginia Creeper, chugging through the mountains col­ lecting men bound for World War I. That was the photo brought in from someone's family col­ lection. The Post published the photo and asked if any­ one knew what the event was that drew what looked like the entire population to the railroad tracks in West Jef­ ferson, just below what is now library hill. Everyone dressed in their finest, the train in the background. Must have been something special. Special it was, a farewell send-off for at least two of the young men heading toward the war in Europe. The pho­ to was recognized by Bower Walters of Jefferson, who will be 96 years old in October. He was about 6 years old in that year of 1917, too young to go to the event but he recalls what it was all about. "My three older sisters and father and mother went to see them off," Bower said as he looked at the published photo, many times the size of the original. "They were good friends. I was just a little feller, but I remember, it must have been about 1917. They hooked up the wagon and hauled Will and Walt (Burkett) up to the train. I didn't go, but I remember the others going." Bower's brother Bill, who was only a baby then would go off on his own journey to war a quarter of a century later, bound for World War II. Bower and Bill and their sis­ ter Polly still live in the cen­ tury old family home on Don Walters Road. The Burketts lived just around the curve and across the road, where AEV now operates. They were the nearest neighbors. "It was a big thing, you know," Bower said of the boys going off to war. "Boys all over the county were drafted and the train came to pick them up. If we hadn't had the train, I don't know how they would've got out. Guess I'm about the only one left that knows anything about it." No one had a car in those days in Ashe County. The roads were terrible, Bow­ er said, and everybody got Our 'mystery picture' from Tuesday's issue was taken in West Jefferson (the hill to the center and right is where the library is now located) in 1917, as local residents gathered to say goodbye to men leaving by train to serve in World War I. around by the original form of horsepower. , "The train hadn't been here long when it started car­ rying the soldiers out," said Bill, who left on a bus to go to his war many years later. The Virginia Creeper began run­ ning between Abingdon, Vir­ ginia and Todd, North Caro­ lina, around 1916 and made its last run in the late 1970s. "I heard people say when that train came in it scared the horses. That was the horse and buggy days. No cars up here." Besides Will and Walt Burkett, the Walters brothers re­ member a few more names of World War I soldiers including Walter Weaver, Gene Thomp­ son, Kern Dixon, and Dave Harless who taught Bower Late-breaking Events Sunday Salon Friday, Aug. 31 10 a.m.-3 p.m.: Huge multifamily church-wide yard sale planned at the Ashe County Worship Center off Ray Taylor Road. Continues on Saturday, Sept. 1 from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. There will be a large variety of items and lots of baked goods and homemade candy. All proceeds benefit the church building fund. For more information, call 846-1189. m Saturday, Sept. 1 11 a.m.-4 p.m.: Hope After Dope Ministries will be holding a benefit car wash at Auto Zone near Wal-Mart in West Jeffer­ son. All proceeds benefit the non-profit organization which in­ volves people in the ministry preaching and witnessing in jails trying to reach out to inmates. After the inmates are released, these individuals and families are helped to find a place to live as well as other basic short-term needs from finding needed furniture to providing groceries. Hope After Dope Ministries also serves people who are seeking a better and stronger life in Christ and who want to overcome their addictions. Series continues Tim and Debbie Grim Yates are the featured artists at this Sunday's Salon Series at River House in Grassy Creek. The two have combined their lives, amazing talents and deep musical roots to forge one of the country's most accomplished and enter­ taining musical groups on the scene today. Acoustic Heritage is the culmination of several genera­ tions of singers and musicians who performed Old-Time and Bluegrass music while pass­ ing on the love of that .unique Appalachian Mountain sound to the generations that fol­ lowed after them. Whether it's the sound of Debbie's amazing clawham­ mer banjo, her lively fiddle, Tim's mesmerizing guitar or Jordan Rice's flawless man­ dolin, the music of Acoustic Heritage always leaves an au­ dience wanting to hear more! The Sunday Salon begins at 4 p.m. with complimen­ tary hors d'oeuvre and a cash bar. The entertainment is fol­ lowed by a four-course "chef's choice" menu. For reserva­ tions, call 336-982-2109. and Bill Walters in school. "He was a tall, long-legged feller," Bill said of Dave Har­ less, "and he said when they sent him to war they made him a messenger because of his long legs and he could run fast. He taught at Friendship School, a two-room schoolhouse. He'd sing 'Three Blind Mice' and 'Old McDonald.' And he wrote some songs for the war." Bill grins big and sings a few lines of two of Dave's songs. "They took me to the train one day and my head was in a whirl. Lord a' mer­ cy, I wish it was a girl!" Bill said Dave wrote one for battle also: "My captain said to me, just shoot at will. I said to my captain, 'Who is he?' Made my O SHOWTIME! Sun-Thurs 7PM Only Fri & Sat 7 & 9 PM Theatre One Halloween continued from front page participants. And we're excit­ ed about having a restaurant back in here." Johnson said the opening on Saturday, Sept. 1 has a special meaning for Paula and Sweet Aromas. It is the date Sweet Aromas first opened in West Jefferson in the old ho­ tel in 1999, and it is Paula's birthday. "We want to say 'Happy Birthday' to Paula," said Johnson. Sept. 1 is also the anniver­ sary date for Rognstad taking on the executive director po­ sition with Summit Support Services, so the day will be a big celebration for everyone involved. Sweet Aromas will offer its well-known breakfast, lunch and dinner items with a few new favorites on the menu. "Our menu is nearly ex­ actly as before," said Johnson. The caf6 will offer pastries, muffins and homemade bread along with the famous sticky buns, soups and salads, home­ made dressings and casseroles, plus some special and favorite items such as Moravian chick­ en pie, Spanakopita Greek pie, homemade chicken salad, the Colorado Wrap, quesadilla of the day, and a low carb diet friendly plate. The cafe will also offer beer and wine when officially licensed. Hours are: Friday and Sat­ urday, 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; Monday and Tuesday, 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.; and closed Wednesday and Thursday. A room is available for reserved groups up to 30 people. Call 846-2914. Emergency — continued from front page first, Troxler said. "You need to take steps to protect the in­ tegrity of your crop insurance claims and to remain eligible for a potential loss payment," he said. Troxler also cautioned farmers to take precautions to guard their livestock against nitrates, aflatoxin or pesti­ cides that could be in forage material and could harm their animals. The NCDA&CS Food and Drug Protection Division offers free testing of forage Answers men who left to serve that day in 1917. Now in Digital Sound Reopening — they missed the caft§," said Johnson. "That's just part of who Paula is." The serving staff of Sweet Aromas will include clients of the Summit Training and Education Program (STEP), which helps developmentally disabled adults learn work skills and obtain employ­ ment. "We're really excited about Sweet Aromas coming here," said Shari Rognstad, execu­ tive director of Summit Sup­ port Services. "It's really won­ derful for everyone. It's win for the community, win for Sweet Aromas, and win for the STEP captain angry and he fired his gun at me." Bower and Bill love to rem­ inisce about the old days, and Bower was pleased to recog­ nize the photo and remember the event of boys from Ashe County headed off to war. He was honored by the county in 2004 for his many years of serving the farming com­ munity through the USDA Farm Service Agency and the Soil and Water Conservation District. Bill has his own ad­ venturous stories to tell about his travels out West and the cowboys he worked with. He came home after World War II to help Bower start a family dairy business. Their memo­ ries, told with their still clear, sharp minds, help keep Ashe County's history alive. for nitrates and aflatoxin. If farmers purchase hay from outside their home coun­ ty, they also need to take pre­ cautions against transporting noxious weeds or fire ants in forage material. Information about these issues, as well as a schedule of workshops, is available at the department's Ag Drought Resource Information Page, www. ncagr.com/drought. or 800-893-6246 TTY Theotre Two Ba lls of Fury Sip [GT{3n>-- Movie schedule for 1G1G1G1E1E] llg^August 31 - September 6,2t 1 IE1E1E1EiaC—T ... ' 1 IE1G1E irarararararai Amanda Tomlinson is the winner for last week's Jefferson Post Contest. Congratulations! She guessed more winning teams than any other contestant. Please play the Jefferson Post Football Contest again next week! FOR SERVICES OR EMERGENCIES 24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK For mental health, developmental disabilities and substance abuse services Meeting community needs...one person at a time. Ashe County Little Theatre presents GREATER TUNA Two actors play eleven real Texas "characters" River and restaurant House country inn Sunday, September 2 4 p m - 6 pm / Dinner immediately following performance • 4 Course Dinner • All ABC permits • Enjoy a large rocker Featuring J Tim <fe Debbie Yates on the front porch accOttlptisfied btueOTOSS OltistS • Please call for * reservations & information 1896 Old Field Creek Road Grassy Creek, NC Starring Tom Fowler and Robbie Franklin Produced by Jane Lonon Costumes by Cheryl Roberts Aug. 24, 25, 26, 31 and Sept. 1, 2, 2007 Fridays & Saturdays 7:30 pm; Sundays 2:00 pm ASHE CIVIC CENTER Adults: $10 Students: $5 neservect seat i tcKets Available at the Ashe Arts Center CaU (336) 846-ARTS �PAGE 6A FRIDAY, AUGUST 31, 2007 JEFFERSON POST RELIGION Chaplain tries to comfort grieving families DOVER, Del. (BP)— Readying herself to collect the remains of her husband from Dover Air Force Base in Delaware, a woman looks closely at Chaplain Klavens Noel and says the first thing that comes to mind. "Chaplain, there are no words. No words to say in these circumstances," Noel recalls her telling him. For Noel, however, the brief en­ counter is an opportunity to offer a glimpse of hope. "God does all things well," Noel gently responded. "Look to God for the silver lining in the cloud, so that we can move on and find out the pur­ pose of all of this.... Focus on your faith." Rarely do family members of those killed in war show up at Dover's gates, but when they do, Noel tries to convey the same message he lives 24 hours a day with nearly 100 personnel at the mortu­ ary building where the war dead are brought to be iden­ tified, prepared, cosmetized, dressed for burial and de­ livered to their final resting places. Instead of becoming hard­ ened or desensitized, Noel said the environment "on the contrary, brings us closer to who we are." "It takes off the veil, it takes off the front that we carry in our life," Noel said. "Now we become real, sensi­ tive." Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA Pastor George Norris 246-2979 220 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson, NC Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Bethany United Methodist Church 336-877-2801 495 Highway \94 South Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. "And He ted them as far as to Bethany... and He blessed them" Luke24:50 Noel, a major in the Air Force Reserves, announced on Memorial Day weekend he was stepping down as pastor of the Haitian minis­ try at First Baptist Church of Central Florida in Orlando to serve a four-month assign­ ment at Dover. A native of Haiti, where his family practiced Voodoo until reached with the Gos­ pel by Southern Baptist mis­ sionaries, Noel, 41, said he and his clan left the island nation to move to Miami in 1980 when he was 14. By the time he was 19, Noel had accepted a call to ministry and began preach­ ing. In 1998 he graduated from Miami Christian Col­ lege and in 1993 earned a master of divinity degree from Mid-America Baptist Theological Seminary near Memphis, Tenn., and was en­ dorsed as a Southern Baptist chaplain by the North Amer­ ican Mission Board. After serving in the Army chaplaincy for a time fol­ lowed by active duty as an Air Force chaplain, Noel and his wife Lucy headed to First Baptist Church of Central Florida after receiving a call from pastor Clayton Cloer, a longtime friend and class­ mate from Mid-America. "He's an incredible man," Cloer said of Noel. "He brought exceptional leader­ ship to our Haitian commu­ nity as well as flexibility and strength to our staff." Cloer said the church gave Noel a standing ovation when he announced his decision to serve those who care for the fallen at Dover. "(T]hey are there with all of the opening of the (body] bags. It's unbelievable emo­ tionally what they have to do," Cloer said of Noel and the other personnel at Do­ ver. "It's an incredible, high honor." Noel told the Florida Bap­ tist Witness he was a "little slow" in making the decision to serve at Dover but even­ tually had peace about the commitment. "One of the things I thought £&bout was, life goes on," Noel said matter-of-factly in speaking about those to whom he ministers on a daily basis. "Even as people move up here to this location and this difficult situation, life goes on for them. They marry, they have children at home, the dogs need to go to the vet and different circum­ stances come up. "It's just a matter of being alongside of them and en­ couraging, reminding them of the holy in the midst of this." Noel and Chaplain Lt. Col. David J. Sparks are two of the three chaplains assigned to Dover's Charles C. Car­ son Center for Mortuary Af­ fairs where more than 4,000 deceased soldiers, marines, Assembly of God Church Bald Mtn. Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Comer of Faw-Roland & McNeil Sts • Jefferson (88 West - Left on McNeil, One Block) Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Morning Worship -10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. Blue Ridge Worship Center Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs Sunday School - 10:00 am Sunday Worship Service 11:00 am & 6:00pm "Join Us in worship to Christ' Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 Sunday Morning Worship Sunday Evening Worship Services en Espariol 8:30AM and 11:00AM 6:00PM Sabados a las - 6:00PM Family Time - 9:30AM Wednesday Bible Sludy Gases dc ESI, Sunday School - 10:00AM 6:45PM Scrvicios a las - 7:00PM g Nursery provided for all services (f£Vj Mt. Jefferson Church §0' of the Nazarene "Come as you are, you will be loved' Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship & Praise 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m. . 1460 Bald Mtn Rd.. West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service - 11:00am Sunday Evening Worship - 7.00pm Wednesday1 Evening - 7:00pm Baldmountainchurch.org Email: Baldmountain @skybest.com Presbyterian Church Billy Robinson - Pastor Sunday School • 9:45 AM Worship • 11:00 AM 201S. Jefferson Ave., West Jefferson 1549 Hwy. 194 South • Todd (I mi. off Hwy 221) SUNDAY- Sunday School 10:00AM Worship 11:00AM and 6:00PM MONDAY - (Missions Ministry. Van Ministry: Then Time) Cornerstone Fellowship Sun Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday 7:00p.m. Bible Study 846-5615 Church Office or 846-5616 Preacher s Residence Friendship Baptist Church 891 Friendship BapUst Church RdJefTerson, NC Rev. David Grinnell • 982-2080 West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Jim Dawes, Minister (Prayer <t Outreach) WEDNESDAY-Family Night 7:00PM (All ages) Church of Christ at West Jefferson Doug Frazier, Minister Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. Community Care 6:00PM Burnett St. • West Jefferson Sunday.School 10:00 a.m. flowing Worship 11:00 a.m. I Evening Service 6:30 p.m. ^Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor 115 East Main St., Jefferson, NC (336) 246-9512 Sunday Morning Worship Service-11:004.M. Sunday Evening Services - 6:00p.m. Sunday Evening Worship Service - 7:00P.M. Wednesday Evening Service - 7;00p.m. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00P.M. We invite you to join us for a God centered, Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience. We would love to have you come worship with us. North Beaver Baptist Parish of the Holy Communion "Loves you and wants you to fellowship with us every Sunday!" Hwy. 163 West Jefferson (Episcopalian) 9:00 a.m. Early Worship 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages 11:00 arm. - Formal Worship Service Sunday School • 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship • 11:00a.m. CASUAL ENVIRONMENT SERIOUS FAITH Smethport Independant Baptist Church 194 and 88 West, Smethport, NC Sunday School 9:45 a.m. • Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Night Services 6:30 p m AWANA Starts Sept 5! Wednesday Service 7:00pm 846-3346 Missions Building by Faith Promise Welcome Home Baptist Church 9:45 a.m. Sunday • Stmday School 11:00 am. Sunday • Worship Service 6:30p.m. Sunday • Sunday Niglit Service 6:00 p.m. Monday • 'EE A.M. 10:00a.m. Tuesday • Joy in the Morning 7:00p.m. Wednesday • Prdyer Meeting Seventh-Day Adventist Church 336-667-6092 Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Phone - 982-3076 Office Phone: JJ6-W-94H)• Rev. Lonnie Jones • Pastor Rev. Keith Casey 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson, NC (336) 246-4764 of Warrens ville Pastor: Kevin Morgan St. Mary's Church West Jefferson 8:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Pastor Rick Miller Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00 p.m. Pastor James T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 Jefferson United Methodist Church Sunday Worship 11:00 a m. 846-7481 Faith Fellowship Elliott Osowitt, Pastor 513 E. Main St., Jefferson Two Services + SS 8:30 -12 Wed. Nite Bible Study: 6:30 pm Friendly Grove Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh Saturday Night 7:00p.m. Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. 5:00PM English dr 7:00pm Spanish Weekday Morn. Mass - Call for times Robert St. off Bare (Church) 846-9378 Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p. m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! Healing Springs Baptist Church Casual & Contemporary Sunday School - 9:00 a m. Main & Ivy Streets. '• Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass - 9:00 AM Saturday Evening Mass - Fleetwood, NC Pastor, Chris Cox Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7:00p.m. "A Life Worth Living!" 846-3954 Non-Denominational Sunday Worship Services -10:00 a m 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh Joni B. Hannigan is man­ aging editor of the Florida Baptist Witness newspaper, online at www.floridabaptistwitness.com. Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 Deep Ford Rd., Lansing Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Worship at 11:00 ami. Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00p.m. Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00p.m. 9178 Old Hwy 16 • Crumpler, NC Sunday School • 10:00A M. St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church because some of them don t have any of that," Sparks said. And affirming Noel's be­ lief that "life goes on" even in the harshest of environ­ ments, Sparks said relation­ ship, family, financial and religious issues are what's on people's minds. "The mortuary is a diffi* cult environment, certainly, and the work they have to do can be sad or horrific ... but those are not the real issues," Sparks said. "Those are temporary issues.... Noel is able to connect with them ... in such a way that they will talk about those issues which then provide an open door in the relationship for moving small steps forward in the field of very early evangelism." Noel said when opportuni­ ties come — whether a trip to church or to the mall or beach - there's an "open door" to better equip and encourage people and share Christ witfi them ... even in a place where death is so prevalent. "Death causes us to think about the immediacy of life, how short life is and what we tan do in this life that will make a difference," Noel said. Big Flatts Baptist Church Beaver Creek Christian Church Pastor: Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 "A Church focused -an faith, family <S the future" 221 Burnett St.. (Off Buck Mtn Road) through the Dover Air Force Base Public Affairs Office, Sparks said the environment in which they work provides a unique opportunity to be on the same team. The third member of the team is Chap­ lain Derrick Harris. "We are co-pastors to a group of 100 folks, most of whom do not claim some de­ nomination as their own," Sparks said. "Most of the time we present a united front for the cause of Jesus Christ which in this environ­ ment is what I refer to as a very early stage of evange­ lism." Joking that denomination­ al issues only come up dur­ ing lunch when the men "ar­ gue for the fun of it," Sparks turned serious when he said Noel "connects" in a personal way with nearly everyone he meets. "There are some who we work with every day who are profane as far as you can imagine, and a chaplain must find a way to connect," Sparks said. "Chaplain Noel is able to do that. It's really cool to watch." Noel is able to have a spiritual conversation with almost anyone at a level un­ familiar to many Christians, Sparks said. "It has to do with loving people, connecting with their story ... building such a rela­ tionship that they will talk to you on a non-religious level Baldwin Community Church Church 877-1550 Parsonage R77-2042 family worshipping experience. Mount Jefferson sailors and airmen have been received from the war in Iraq and Afghanistan since 2003. Sparks, a reserve chaplain since 1980, has been assigned to Dover for four years and plans to be in ministry there until September 2008. An or­ dained Church of the Naza­ rene minister, Sparks said he finally separated from his congregation in Hollywood, Md., after staying at Dover much longer than he initially anticipated. In a letter to Noel's home church, Sparks credited the younger man with having "unique pastoral skills" and thanked the church for his willingness to serve. "Just know that your sac­ rifice is offered to God and to the families of our fallen he­ roes," Sparks wrote. "Though they will never know about your sacrifice, we know, God knows and you know." Sparks also asked the con­ gregation to pray for Noel: "Would you pray that his spirit not be damaged by the constant exposure to the worst that war can do to God's creation? ... Would you pray for peace; a time when young men and women do not die in war; a time when nations do not rise up against nations? "Would you pray too for the promised peace 'in the midst of the storm,' a 'peace that passes understanding?'" In an interview coordi­ nated with Noel and Sparks f# Saturday Services: Bible School - 10:00AM Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM West Jefferson United Methodist Church Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Sunday School • llhOOAM Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4th) • 7:00PM Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Youth Services - Sunday • 6:00PM Van TransporlaUon Available Pastor Home: 336-384-3188 • Cell: 336-977-1009 Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday .School - 9:45 A.M.• Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. Children's Church and Nursery Provided We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! www.wjumc.net To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 Corner of Hwy. 221 & Cherry St. RiD-A-BUG EXTERMINATING Jefferson Termite & Pest Control 246-6077 HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPPLY. INC. 141 Lyalle Lane, Jefferson, NC (Just off Ashe Park Road) Open Mon-Fri • 7am-5pm 336-902-9021 246-7131 203 East 1"Street •West Jefferson, NC Convenient 7 Days A Week 246-4222 Mountain A ire Seafood & Steakhouse Weekly Specialties * £ 1 502 Jeffersdn Ave. • 336-246-8806 BILL IIART CONSTRUCTION Commercial and Residential P() Box 972 • Wast Jefferson, NC 336-246-6482 Fax: 246-6402 Dr Pepper Bottling Company West Jefferson 246-4591 Jefferson, NC All Types Dozer Work Hauling &Trackhoe Work Home: 336-246-HART (4278) Shop: 336-846-7025 Old Hwy. 221-S. 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Main Street • Jefferson, NC • 246-5945 Ik- .u(- ".4// Praise Be To God ForOur Success' "Comptele Line o] Building Supplies" VANNOY & SONS CONSTRUCTION r VANNOY COMPANY &ijf I, mr m A JJJQ Compliments of Hwy 16 & 163 Intersection Glendale Springs, N.C. • 336-982-3060 DODGE • CHRYSLER • JEEP Ashe County Builders Supply The Jewel Shoppe 785 East Main Street The Mountain Village Shopping Center Jefferson, NC 336-246-4155 High Country Paint & Performance 1358 W. King Street • Boone 828-264-0439 or 800-452-0343 |"i |i"| PPG Paints 3-M Products Ujd Billy Blcvins • Tommy Little Pollard Glass 211 Burkett Avenue West Jefferson, NC 336-846-4176 Q CARDINAL LANES L Family Fun Center IP? J|| "Church Groups Welcome" fMMbr Discounted Rates Hwy 221, West Jefferson 336-246-7077 Evenings K-Jboho. Uoo*te KuJjaia, 9*tc Your Local Equipment Dealer For All Your Equipment Needs 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap, NC 828-263-8464 • www.boonekubota.com �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7 A FRIDAY, AUGUST 31, 2007 COMMUNITY EVENTS Busy season of fall reunions and decorations Saturday September 1 8 a.m.: Mt Paddy Church is hosting a "Come meet our pastors" breakfast on Sept. I from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Mt. Paddy Church is located at 822 NC Hwy 88 West, in Jefferson NC. Call 336-846-3174 with any questions. 5 p.m.: Zion United Methodist Church will have a fish fry on Saturday, Sept. 1 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Adults $8, children 12 and under $6. Contact Jim Taylor if you have any questions at 877-1826. 6 p.m.: There will be a 50th Class Reunion for the Beaver Creek Class of 1957 at Jeffer­ son Station. The gathering is at 6 p.m., followed by a dinner ca­ tered by Michael's Restaurant at 7 p.m. For more information, call Becky Burgess at 846-9188 or Melba Jones at 846-9068. Sunday September 2 10 a.m.: Big Laurel Christian Union Church in Creston, NC would like to invite every­ one to attend their Promotion/ Celebration Day on Sunday, Sept. 2. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m. and worship service follows at 11 a.m. There will be a picnic afterward with lunch provided. Activities will be pro­ vided for the kids. Everyone is welcome. Please call Pastor Darrell Graybeal for more infor­ mation at 385-3054. 10:30 a.m.: Bald Mountain Baptist Church will be hav­ ing their annual Homecoming Services. There will be no Sunday School that morning, but worship will begin in the sanctuary at 10:30 AM, with special singing. A meal will follow in the Fellowship Hall. Pastor Lawrence Goodman invites everyone to attend. II a.m.: Homecoming at Rock Creek Baptist Church Sunday, Sept. 2 at 11 a.m. There will be singing in the afternoon. Everyone is welcome to attend. Noon: Decoration at Big Ridge Cemetery. 12:30 p.m.: The annual Car­ son Family Reunion will take place at the Qld Jameson Home Place on Clifton Road in Crumpler. All descendents of Bob and Ollie Stitt Carson, friends and neighbors are welcome. Bring a covered dish and enjoy the fellowship. 12:30 p.m.: Hartzog Reunion and Cemetery Decoration will be held at Pine Swamp Baptist Church Picnic Shelter. All de­ scendants of Philip and Marthq McGlamery Hartzog and Squire and Sara Jane Eller Phillips are invited to attend. Please bring a covered dish and join us. For further information, you may call Lynelle Blackburn at 877-2101. 1 p.m.: Wayne Henderson & Steve Bassett's Blowin' the Dust Off Tour 2007 with Mi­ chelle Nixon & Drive. Don't miss this musical journey of Virginia's history. Before the concerts, view pre-1900s musical instru­ ments up close and hear the incredible stories about where they've been.Interpretive Work­ shop -1-3 p.m. at the Park Visi­ tor Center Concerts - 6-9:30 at the Park Amphitheater. Admis­ sion Fee $4. 1:15 p.m.: The Annual MillerStansberry Family Reunion will be atTuckerdale Baptist Church. All descendents of the late Am­ brose and Dora (Stansberry) Miller are asked to attend and please bring a covered dish. Tuesday September 4 11:30 a.m.:The National As­ soc. of Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) will meet at Frasers Restaurant, West Jefferson. Wednesday September 5 Noon: AARP Chapter 3992 will meet at Ashe Services for Aging. All members urged to be present. Bring a covered dish. Thursday September 6 The Ashe Memorial Hospi­ tal Auxiliary is sponsoring a $5.00 Jewelry Sale on Thurs­ day, September 6th from 7 am to 5 pm and Friday, Sep­ tember 7th from 7 am to 3 pm in the hospital dining room. Cash, checks and credit ac­ cepted. 7 p.m.: Childbirth/Newborn Care Classes are beginning. The classes are held at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Call early to register at 846-0734. Friday Sept. 9 at the Buffalo Baptist Church beginning at 1 p.m. All 7 p.m.: Service at Rich Hill family and friends are encour­ Methodist Church. Thomas aged to attend and bring a Russell will be the guest speak­ covered dish as well as any er. pictures or memories you want to share. Contact Linda Wyrick, Harless reunion secretary at 384-3790 with any questions. Wal-Mart and the National 1 p.m.: Promoting A Safe & Center for Missing & Ex­ Healthy Environment - Dis­ ploited Children will host the posal of Unused & Outdated annual "Baby Days" event Meds. Ashe Memorial Hospital in select Wal-Mart stores on Pharmacist Billy Smith will be September 8. At this event, the special speaker at the Ashe parents and guardians can re­ County Public Library Confer­ ceive a complimentary child ID ence Room. For more informa­ kit with DNA swab and pick up tion call AMH at 846-7101 and safety tips to help their children ask for Yvonne Allen. build a lifetime of safety and Decoration DayattheColvardwell-being. To learn more about Bower Cemetery will be held the "Baby Days" event, find a with a brief remembrance ser­ local participating store and to vice at 2:00. confirm dates and times, visit Bristol Baptist Church will the "In Stores Now" section of have their annual Homecom­ www.walmart.com. ing Service will be held Sep­ Noon to 5 p.m.: Elk Knob tember 9 with special singing Homecoming to celebrate the by Faith Trio. Pastor, Rev. Billy Elk Knob State Natural Area. Joe Blevins and congregation Entertainment by local musi­ welcome. cians, games and educational Fall Revival will be held at activities for kids and adults, na­ Friendship Baptist Church ture talks, hikes and more. Cov­ September 9-12. Dr. Stephen ered dish picnic from noon to 1 Rummage, a preaching profes­ p.m. Bring lawn chairs! Takes sor from Southeastern Semi­ place rain or shine. nary and preaching pastor at 7 p.m.: Saturday Night Sing­ Hickory Grove Baptist Church ing at Mtn. View Baptist will be our guest speaker. Church.Pastor Denton Hart Verne Phifer, also from Hickory and the congregation want to Grove Baptist Church, will be invite everyone to attend! singing Monday evening Sep­ tember 10th, and the Ashe Bap­ tist Associational Choir will be singing Tuesday evening Sept. 10 a.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist 11th. Service times are as folChurch on the Watertank lows:Sunday Sept. 9th: Eve­ Road in West Jefferson an­ ning - 6:00 p.m. Monday Sept. nounces a special service with *10 - Wednesday Sept. 12: 7:00 no Sunday School but The Prin­ p.m. Please join us for a time of cipals from Tenn. will sing and revival in our hearts and livesat Rev. Shane Golds will preach. the Friendship Baptist Church. A meal will follow the service 6 p.m.: Camp Meeting Kick-Off and everyone is invited. Also at Night will be held at the Cal­ Mt. Olive on Sept. 23-28 at 7:00 vary Free Will Baptist Church Revival with Rev. Tommy Dol­ in Glendale Springs. Special lar who will bring the message guests, the Piney Ridge Boys of each night with special singing. Mooresville, NC, will be singing. Rev. Clayborn pastor welcomes Consider this your personal in­ you. vitation to attend. The church is 10 a.m.: Mount Jefferson located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Church of the Nazarene is Rd., across from the Raccoon having a Homecoming Ser­ Holler Campground. For more vice. Special Music with Geor­ information and/or directions, gia Donour. Message by Pastor, call the church at (336)982Mark Wiest. Covered-dish din­ 4840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas ner in the fellowship hall follow­ at (336)982-4743. ing the service. You are invited to join us for this special service. Church is located at 130 Robert St. in West Jefferson just above The 1st Annual "Preaching the West Jefferson Park. By the Parkway" Camp Meet­ Bristol Baptist Church will ing, September 10-14, will be have their annual Homecom­ held at the Calvary Free Will ing Service will be held Sep­ Baptist Church in Glendale tember 9 with special singing Springs, NC.This will be a pow­ by Faith Trio. Pastor, Rev. Billy er-packed week of some of the Joe Blevins and congregation area's most gifted preachers welcome. and talented singers. Speakers 10:30 a.m.: Homecoming at are as follows: Monday - Pastor Temple Baptist Church. Rev. Rick Safriet; Tuesday - Evange­ Micky Brooks will be the guest list John Wishon; Wednesday speaker. There will be special - Pastor Davin Johnson; Thurs­ singing. After the worship ser­ day - Pastor Nathan Jennings; vice lunch will be served in the Friday - Rev. Frank Woods. fellowship hall. The pastor, Rev. Special singing by the Glen­ Glenn Woodie, and the congre­ dale Springs Missionary Baptist gation invite everyone to attend. Church Choir, the Still Blessed 1 p.m.: The annual Harless Singers, and many more. If you reunion will be held on Sunday, September 7 Saturday September 8 Sunday September 9 are longing for that days-goneby visitation of the power and presence of God, please con­ sider this your open invitation to be our honored guest.The camp meeting experience of old-fash­ ioned worship and spiritual re­ newal won't soon be forgotten. Make plans now to attend. Cal­ vary Free Will Baptist Church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd., across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. For more information and/or directions, call the church at (336)9824840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743. Tuesday September 11 7:30 p.m.: Smoke on the Mountain Homecoming at Ashe Civic Center. Sanders Family returns to the Mt. Pleas­ ant Baptist Church for Home­ coming. $15 Adults, $5 students. Call 336-846-ARTS. Thursday September 13 11 a.m.: A seminar showcas­ ing "SBA Loan Options for your Small Business" will take place in Boone. Mike Arriola, Senior Area Manager for the U.S. Small Business Ad­ ministration based in Asheville, will provide an overview of the types of financial backing which the SBA provides to small busi­ nesses in order to help them start, develop and grow. The seminar will take place on Thursday, September 13, from 11 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. at the Watauga JobLink Center, which is located at 207 Winkler's Creek Road, just off 221, south of the 105/221 intersection in Boone. The event is free of charge, but due to space constraints, inter­ ested persons are requested to contact Azalee Simandle at JobLink at (828) 265-5385 or via email at azalee.simandle@ ncmail.net for advance signup. 7-8 p.m.: Ballroom dancing at the Senior Center. Call 2464347 for more information. 7:30-9:30 a.m.: Cholesterol Screenings at Mt. Hearts for September. Extra opportuni­ ties to have your cholesterol checked during Cholesterol Education Month. Participants should fast 12 hours prior to test, but may drink water. Cost is $15. From 7:30-9:30 am, and appointments are necessary. Call to schedule at 846-0744. Also at the same time on Sept. 20 and 27. Friday September 14 5-8 p.m.: Gallery Crawl in Downtown West Jefferson.Open House at Studios and Galleries. Free. Call 336-846-ARTS. Saturday September 15 2 p.m.: Ashe Memorial Hos­ pital will have a breastfeeding class for expectant mothers. Call for more information and to register at 846-0734. Saturday September 15 2 p.m.: The family of the late Samuel (Sam) and Matilda Oliver Graybeal will have their annual reunion with a covered dish meal at the Riverview Com­ munity Center in Creston. 7 p.m.: Rev. Eddy Lewis will be the guest speaker at Temple Baptist Church. There will be a special singing from the Moun­ tain View Baptist Church. The pastor, Rev. Glen Woodie, and the congregation invite every­ one to attend., mark Church, at 10. Speaker will be Rev Wayne Jones, lunch will follow after services, Pastor Wayne Jones and congregation invites everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: The Second Annual Preaching Event will be held at Friendly Grove Baptist Church September 16-19 at 7:00 pm each night. Guest Speakers & Choirs will be: Rev. Johnny Goodman, Beaver Creek Baptist Church Choir,Rev. Art Eaton, Fletcher Memo­ rial Baptist Church Choir, Rev. Jeff Nave, Warrensville Baptist Church Choir, Rev. Mack Ar­ nold, Clifton Baptist Church Choir,Rev. Danny Pardo, Cristo El Salvador Choir, Rev. Steve LeaShomb, Midway Baptist Church Choir; Rev. Billy Joe Blevins, Bristol Baptist Church Choir,Rev. 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Investment/Income potential great rental location close to Parkway, Boone, Jefferson. $249,000. MLS#68828 move in condition 3BR/3.5BA on 1.5 ac. w/ponds. Custom interior w/attention to details, designer kitchen & dining area w/river view, FR patio deck, drive in bsmt w/workshop area, easy access to the Jeffersons for shopping, plus many extras make this a must see home. Sell will include ADDED BONUS barn w/gardens & greenhouse on approx. 1/2 acre. Owner will consider financing. $439,000. MLS#62281 WEST JEFFERSON #1 QUALITY HOME: One of the best of the best! / W.J WOW! WHAT A HOME: 345 Peace Street - LIBERTY LANDING. You will love this 4BR/3.5BA home close to West Jefferson and Boone. Enjoy the amenities of a main level living that flows with tile and HW floors, dramatic stone FP, Jacuzzi spa bath in master, vaulted ceilings, patio deck off dining and living room, 2-car garage and full walkout basement. Custom Built by Laurel Mountain Builders. $495,000. MLS#63901 DEEP GAP HOME: Quality built, perfect condition, level yard with stream, double garage entry, full basement with walk out, all one level living fireplace, 3BR/2BA, laundry, hw floors, plus many extras, perfect location central to Boone, BR, Jeffersons, must see to appreciate all features. $245,000. MLS#68728 TOWNVIEW WEST JEFFERSON: Drive, LIBERTY LANDING. Nestled among the tall oaks along the-New River Valley is a wonderful residential community known as LIBERTY LAND­ ING. Laurel Mountain Builders has just completed construction of this beautiful, puality 3BR/2BA home w/2-car garage. Stone FP, hw floors & vaulted ceilings compliment the main living area. Bonus room upstairs. A must see. Call today! $429,000. MLS#63900 NEWLY BUILT WITH WOODED VIEWS: 3BR/3BA on 1.083 acre lot w/southern expo, FP, complete finished upstairs w/2 dormers ready for added BR or bonus space. Walk or ride bikes to New River from this great LIBERTY LANDING home ready for immed. move in. 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MLS#69673,69686 �PAGE 8A FRIDAY, AUGUST 31, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy 100-General Services STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem, NC Phone:336-768-1177 Res.:336-468-8802 Bill Shugart CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm CLASSIFIED DEADLINES Tuesday's paper 140-Help Wanted (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 In-Store tors am) In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. e-mail: classified© jeffersonpost.com Web: If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. 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Call 846-7164 90-Elderly Care Need a new job? Multi-Family Yard Sale one mile up Buck Mountain Rd from the four lane. Saturday September 1st 7:00 AM- Until Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! PT merchandising in retail stores in the WEST JEFFERSON area (1-15 hours/week). Retail exp preferred: must have strong interpersonal skills and email/internet access. Please email Sale at Ashe Dry Cleaners 7 AM-12 PM September 3rd. Yard Sale Beginning August 17th and 18th, for three weekends. Located at Joe Stephens old store in Creston. From 8:00 AM until? To much to mention! RECEPTIONIST/ SWITCHBOARD OPERATOR Yard Sale Saturday September 1st, from 7:00 AM-? Various items will be sold. On right just be­ fore the Fleetwood School building. Pioneer Eclipse Corpo­ ration,Sparta,NC is seeking a receptionist/switch­ board operator. The ideal candidate will be a vibrant, energetic person with a great outgoing personality. Good verbal communi­ cation and computer skills required. We offer a competitive salary with great benefits. Please email resume to hrOpioneereclipse.com or fax to 336-373-9694. Atttv.Paul DeUlnger EOE/AAE. YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 Copy and payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tuesday Edition Friday by 9 am Friday Edition Wednesday by 9 am REGISTERED NURSE ASHE HOSPICE Two inch space for the above costs. High Country Health Care - Hospice has an opening for a PRN Registered Nurse to serve Ashe County. 290-Horses & Livestock PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION Applicants must have a current NC RN License and a minimum of one year of nursing experi­ ence. Applicant should have excellent assessment skills, good time man­ agement, and the abili­ ty to work independent­ ly. Must be a team player and self-motivat­ ed. Reliable transpor­ tation required. Mail or fax your resume to: 100-General Services Blue Ridge Cleaning Service office or residental new construc­ tion clean up. Bonded and insured. Free quotes. (336)838-7377 or (336)262-8719. PIANO SERVICE Call for free estimate Larry Carmichael 336-372-4247 Let our Classified Ads go to work for You! Call us at 300Misceilaneous Carole Maulden High Country Health Care System 400 Shadowllne Drive, Suite 100-B Boone, NC 28607 Fax: (828)264-9154 State-licensed, JCAHO and Medicare/Medicaid certified: EEO and ADA employer. SALESPERSON WANTED: Experienced Manufactured/Modular home salesperson needed to assist cus­ tomers with their home buying process. Earn up to $1,000 per week, plus commission, plus great benefit package. Background check and drug test required. Fax resume to (336)9734478. vmmw/ CAN'T TOUCH THIS!!! NEW MODELS DOUBLEWIDES, LAND/HOME CREDIT!!! BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. 310-Musical -J M:L*LCF TIZMM Grands - Consoles new & rebuilt - We lease, buy, move. tune, refinish & rebuild pianos Ar me - Piano Man 800-745-3950 325-Computers Computer, printer, and scanner, hardley used paid $1,200 asking $500. (336)846-0413 or (336) 977-9190. 330-Pets AKC Yorkshire Terrier, male 8 weeks old. (336)877-7025. 846-7164 No Multi-Family Yard com with your contact information, exp, & lo­ cation. Mature lady-CNA- Will sit with elderly five nights per week. Week­ ends free. Ashe or Alle­ ghany County. Be­ tween 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM. (276)5796374. Ask for Kay. Available September 4th. A •flf Huge 5 Family Yard Sale Items Include, children and adults clothing, books, household Items, and much, much morel Friday August 31st 7:00-5:00 Saturday September 1st 7:00-12:00 SALE Located in Laurel Springs in brick house beside Station Inn. For more information call (336) 359-2375 September 1st 7 AM-Untll www.jeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices ANNUAL RUMMAGE SALE St. Francis Catholic Church, Jefferson Aug. 31st 8 AM-3 PM Sept. 1st 8 AM- noon HUGE BASEMENT Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 260-Garage/Yard Sales J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 Charges Rates depend on size of ad and number of runs. Please call Classified Dept. for information. (We accept personal check, Visa or Master Card) Demonstra- Fraser Fir Christmas ' Trees available in all sizes. Call for Pricing 336-877-7167 Sunflower Sales, Pros, a national staffing agency, is looking for individuals to execute in-store demonstrations in the West Jefferson area. Must be able to engage shoppers to demonstrate products, At Heritage Dodge in promote brands and West Jefferson turn on­ distribute samples and to Buck Mountain brochures, Excellent Road, go 1 mile and position for those who turn left onto Beaver want to work mostly Drive, then turn right on weekends part-time. To Green Hill Drive, 2nd apply Call:(800)768house on the left. 4650. ext.18425. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 235-Christmas Trees STAFF ACCOUNTANT Local accounting firm seeking CPA or CPA candidate for full-time possition. Please mail resume to: 1ST TIME HOME BUYERS Hemric &Yake, CPAs QUICK APPROVAL P.O. Box 757 336-973-4462 North Wilkesboro, NC 28659 330-Pets Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. Three beautiful kittens to give away! For more information please call 982-5145. 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent (2) Two bedroom apartments in Creston $300/mo, plus deposit. Call (336)877-3635. FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our "for rent" sections. Call us at 336-846-7164 For rent 3 bedroom, 2 bath double wide, 3 miles remodeled from West Jefferson. (336)977-3614 or (336) 982-4541. House for rent suitable for one or two people. Lansing area (336)384-3457. Little Classifieds... BIG RESULTS! pruce Hill Apts Appli­ cations are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC 'One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments "Handicapped accessible "Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 490-Houses/ Apts. for Sale House for sale. 3 bed­ room, 1 bath. On 586 Beaver Drive. Open house August 31st 2PM-6PM, September 3rd 2PM-6PM. (336)846-0413 or (336)977-9190. 500-Mobile Homes for Sale ATTENTION: ALL FUTURE HOME BUY­ ERS!! Just in 4 MONTHS Winter Will Be Upon Us. You Need To Buy Now So You Can Be In Your New Home Before Cold and Snowy Weather Sets In. Call For Appoint­ ment At 336-973-2335 Freedom Homes Ask For D S Prevette. Check Out the Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers Land owners. Guarenteed. Home approvals. (336) 973-4462 Large 2 BR mobile home on Hwy 163 1 mile from Leviton River Plant. Lease, first & last. No pets. Call after 6pm. 828-964-6830. LOOKING TO BUY YOUR FIRST HOME?? Great package for first time buyer land home packages!! 336-973-4462 NEW GOVERNMENT LOANS!! New 3-4 Bedroom land/home packages. Qualifying hot line 336-973-4462 REPO/REFURB, 2 year old doublewide, pick your own carpet color, turn key, $183.08 BW, only 16 years left. New range, new ref. Heat pump included. Call now! 336-973-8301. ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. First Time Home Buy­ ers...ZERO (0) Down!!! We make it EASY. (336) 973-4462. Ashe County Registry, North Carolina. or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 535-Commercial Property Commercial Building in Lansing for R3nt, 1034 sq fett. $300 561-750-2399 1195-Legals Notice of Divorce be­ tween Brian Keith Benge and Tiffany F. Benge. Brian Benge - 336-696 4667 07 SP 104 NORTH CAROLINA, ASHE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale con­ tained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Emanoil Farcas and Margareta Farcas Hus­ band and Wife, As Joint Tenants to The law offices of Daniel A. Fulco, PLLC, Trustee(s), which was dated May 26, 2006 and recorded on May 30, 2006 in Book 00347 at Page 2226, 1195-Legals 246-3352, P.L.S. L2633, dated Sept. 27, 2001. Job 495100501. Default having been made in the payment of The above described the note thereby se­ property being shown cured by the said Deed as Tract 3 on an unre­ of Trust and the under­ corded plat of the Lori signed, Brock & Scott, Wolfe property. PLLC, having been substituted as Trustee There is ALSO CON­ in said Deed of Trust VEYED herewith the by an instrument duly same water easement recorded in the Office as described in deed of the Register of from Grey Wolf Proper­ Deeds of Ashe County, ties, LLC to Red Wolf North Carolina, and the Properties. LL and Arc­ holder of the note evi­ tic Wolf Properties, dencing said indebted­ LLC (Grantee incor­ ness having directed rectly identified as "Ar­ that the Deed of Trust tie Wolf Properties, be foreclosed, the un­ LLC"), recorded in dersigned Substitute Book 316, Page 1994Trustee will offer for 1995, Ashe County sale at the courthouse Registry. door Qf the county courthouse where the This conveyance is property is located, or SUBJECT to the right the usual and custom­ of way described in ary location at the deed from Grey Wolf county courthouse for Properties, LLC and conducting the sale on Red Wolf Properties, September 10, 2007 LLC to Harold E. Hall, at 10:00AM, and will Jr. and wife, Lori Wolfe sell to the highest bid­ Hall recorded in Book der for cash the follow­ 316, Page 1992-1993, ing described property Ashe County Registry. situated in Ashe Coun­ ty, North Carolina, to Save and except any wit: releases, deeds of re­ lease or prior convey­ 180 Wolf Ridge Lane ances of record. Being a portion of the Said property is com­ Lori Wolfe property as monly known as 180 described in Deed Wolf Ridge Lane, Book 256 Page 1438; Fleetwood, NC 28626. Being more partiularly described as: A cash deposit (no per­ BEGINNING on a 1/2inch rebar set, said rebar being N. 10-2328E. 43.46 feet from a 1/2-inch rebar found in the southern line of the Lori Wolfe property a WE GET ER DONE!! described in Deed New land home Book 256 Page 1438, doublewide and said rebar found being modulars N. 88-22-15W. 251.39 Available now.... feet from a 1/2-inch re­ GOVERNMENT bar found, the south­ MAKES DOWN eastern corner of said PAYMENT Wolfe property, thence New Generation with a new line, four Homes courses 1) thence N. 336-973-4462 17-03-02E. 98.88 feet ZERO down. Land to a 1/2-inch rebar set, home packages. (336) 2) thence S. 72-56973-4462. 58E. 112.03 feet to a 510-Mobile Home 1/2-inch rebar set, 3) thence S. 19-15-13W., Lots for Sale passing over a point in FOR SALE BY OWN- the centerline of a pro­ ER: 1011 THREE TOP posed 12 foot right-ofCR. W. JEFFERSON way at 50.26 feet, and 1000 SQ FT DOUBLE passing over a 1/2-inch WIDE ON 1.5 ACRES. rebar set at 83.95 feet, NEVER BEEN LIVED for a total distance of IN. 3 BEDROOM, 2 98.95 feet to a point in BATH READY TO the centerline of the MOVE IN. CALL FOR road, 4) thence N. 72DETAILS. (336)973- 56-58W., passing over a 1/2-inch rebar set at 2335. 15.00 feet, for a total 530-Lots & distance of 108.23 feet to the BEGINNING; Acreage containing 0.250 acres 3+-acres in Jefferson, as calculated by coor­ private lots, double dinate geometry, from wides, modulars, OK, field data gathered by developmental poten­ the Thomas Herman tial, Call Denise Jarvis, Company. P.O. Box Broker @ 336-877519, Jefferson, NC 9696.www.Moun28640-0519, (336) tainLivingHome246-3352, P.L.S. LsandLand.com. 2633, dated Sept.27, 2001. Job If95100501 Do you have a lot 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 1980 Oakwood Mobile Home 14x55 Good condition Partiallyfurnished For more information call 336-246-9258 1195-Legals There is also conveyed herewith a proposed 12 foot right-of-way more particularly described as: BEGINNING on a point in the centerline inter­ section of NCSR 1103, the northern line of the Lori Wolfe property as described in Deed Book 256 Page 1438, and a proposed 12 foot right-of-way, thence with the centerline of said proposed right-ofway with the centerline of the existing road, five courses, 1) thence S. 46-34-52W. 40.19 feet to a point, 2) thence S. 55-41-17W. 98.45 feet to a point, 3) thence S. 19-15-13W„ passing over a point in the centerline of a pro­ posed 12 foot right-ofway at 50.26 feet, and passing over a 1/2-inch rebar set at 83.95 feet, for a total distance of 98.95 feet to a point in the centerline of the road, 4) thence N. 7256-58W., passing over a 1/2-inch rebar set at 15.00 feet, for a total distance of 108.23 feet to the BEGINNING; containing 0.250 acres as calculated by coor­ dinate geometry, from field data gathered by The Thomas Herman Company, P.O. Box 519, Jefferson, NC 28640-0519, (336) NEW CAR DEALERSHIP OPENING SOON IN BOONE, N.C. Positions Available in: • Sales Dept. • Service • Parts • Detail Dept. Please call for appointment to apply in person to: 264-9051 Local 888-264-9051 Toll Free Mack Brown Inc. 2705 US Hwy.421 Boone, N.C. 28607 sonal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Sev­ en Hundred Fifty Dol­ lars ($750.00), which­ ever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statu­ tory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immedi­ ately due and owing. 1195-Legals 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Ex­ ecutor of the Estate of John Gilmer Gentry, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 253 Bonanza Circle Piedmont, South Carolina 29673 on or before the 3rd day of November, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the esatate will please make imme­ diate payment to the undersigned. the usual and cust0™" ary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on September 10, 2007 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bid­ der for cash the follow­ ing described property situated in Ashe Coun­ ty, North Carolina, to wit: This is the 7th day of August, 2007. Sandra Gentry McNeil Executor/Adminstrator for the Estate of John Gilmer Gentry NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as CoExecutor of the Estate of Hettie B Brooks, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against said es­ tate to present them to the undersigned at PO Box 291 Jefferson, North Carolina 28640 on or before the 31st day of November, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This is the 27th day of August, 2007. Patsy E. Miller Executor/Administrator for the Estate of Hettie B. Brooks Having qualified as Ad­ Said property to be of­ ministrator of the Es­ fered pursuant to this tate of G.D. Brinegar, Notice of Sale is being late of Ashe County, offered for sale, trans­ North Carolina, this is fer and conveyance to notify all persons 3AS IS WHERE IS.2 having claims against There are no represen­ said estate to present tations of warranty re­ them to the under­ lating to the title or any signed at 1932 Edge physical, environmen­ Water Drive, on or be­ tal, health or safety fore the 24th day of conditions existing in, November, 2007, or Notice will be on, at, or relating to the this property being offered pleaded in bat to their for sale. This sale is recovery. All persons made subject to all pri­ indebted to the estate or liens, unpaid taxes, will please make imme­ special assessments, diate payment to the easements, rights of undersigned. way, deeds of release, and any other encum­ This the 17th day of brances or exceptions August, 2007. of record. To the best of the knowledge and Dale Brinegar belief of the under­ Executo r/Ad mi n istrator signed, the current for the Estate of owner(s) of the proper­ G.D. Brinegar ty is/are Emanoil Far­ cas and Wife, Margare­ 07 SP 51 ta Farcas. AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE If the trustee is unable SALE to convey title to this property for any rea­ NORTH CAROLINA, son, the sole remedy of ASHE COUNTY the purchaser is the re­ turn of the deposit. Under and by virtue of Reasons of such inabil­ a Power of Sale con­ ity to convey include, tained in that certain but are not limited to, Deed of Trust executed the filing of a bankrupt­ by BARRY ROGER cy petition prior to the ROARK, single to confirmation of the sale TAMMY MAZAK, and reinstatement of Trustee(s), which was the loan without the dated July 26, 2006 knowledge of the trust­ and recorded on No­ ee. If the validity of the vember 3, 2006 in sale is challenged by Book 00356 at Page any party, the trustee, 0470, Ashe County in their sole discretion, Registry, North Caroli­ if they believe the chal­ na. lenge to have merit, may request the court Default having been to declare the sale to made in the payment of be void and return the the note thereby se­ deposit. The purchas­ cured by the said Deed er will have no further of Trust and the under­ remedy. signed, Brock & Scott, PLLC, having been Substitute Trustee substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust Brock & Scott, PLLC by an instrument duly recorded in the Office Jeremy B. Wilkins, of the Register of NCSB No. 32346 Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina, and the 5431 Oleander Drive holder of the note evi­ Suite 200 dencing said indebted­ ness having directed Wilmington, NC 28403 that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the un­ PHONE: (910) 392- dersigned Substitute 4988 Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse FAX: (910) 392-8587 door of the county courthouse where the File No.: 06-13096 property is located, or ALL THAT CERTAIN LOT OR PARCEL OF LAND SITUATED IN THE CITY OF ASHE, JEFFERSON TOWN­ SHIP, ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA AND MORE PARTICU­ LARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEING LOTS NO. 25, 26, 27 AND 28 OF THE WILL BARE SUB­ DIVISION AS SHOWN ON PLAT OF SAME PREPARED BY A. L. CUMBOW, JR., REG­ ISTERED LAND SUR­ VEYOR, AND RE­ CORDED IN THE OF­ FICE OF THE REGIS­ TER OF DEEDS OF ASHE COUNTY IN PLAT BOOK NO. 2, AT PAGE 19 (ENVELOPE 67-A) TO WHICH RE­ CORDED PLAT REF­ ERENCE IS HEREBY MADE FOR LOCA­ TION AND DESCRIP­ TION OF SAID LOTS. BEING the same prop­ erty as conveyed to Barry Roger Roark by deed recorded 07/23/02 in Book 279, Page 71. Parcel/Tax I.D. 4 09302-230 BARRY ROG3ER ROARK Commonly known as: 67 Shatley Roark Drive, Jefferson, NC 28640 Save and except any releases, deeds of re­ lease or prior convey­ ances of record. Said property is com­ monly known as 175 Shatley Roark Drive, Jefferson, NC 28640. A cash deposit (no per­ sonal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Sev­ en Hundred Fifty Dol­ lars ($750.00), which­ ever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statu­ tory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immedi­ ately due and owing. Said property to be of­ fered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance "AS IS WHERE IS." There are no represen­ tations of warranty re­ lating to the title or any physical, environmen­ tal, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all pri­ or liens, unpaid taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encum­ brances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the under­ signed, the current owner(s) of the proper­ ty is/are Barry Roger Roark. Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Jeremy B. Wilkins, NCSB No. 32346 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 3924988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 07-02855 Let our Classified Ads go to work for You! Call us at 846-7164 Administrative Functions and Sales/Customer Service Full time position with benefits Make sales calls to customers, take orders via fax, internet, phone and mail, and respond to customer needs and requests. Maintain spreadsheets and generate reports - must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. Make store appointments for deliveries, advance shipping notices, contract with trucking companies for product delivery, following up on truck progress and arrivals. Other duties as needed for business office functions. This position requires excellent telephone, communica­ tion and organizational skills with the ability to multi-task while providing excellent customer service. Ability to work well with others in a fast paced office and be self motivated. An Associates degree or 2 years experience required Mail Resumes to: PO Box 89, Glendale Springs, NC 28629 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY , AUGUST 31, 2007 PAGE 9A Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF THE DEED OF TRUST OF DAVID FRANKLIN and ROSE MARY HIGGINS, Grantor, To MARK T. ADERHOLD, ESQUIRE Substitute Trustee, AS RECORDED IN BOOK 251 AT PAGE 1 OF THE ASHE PUB­ LIC REGISTRY. IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION 07-SP-97 NOTICE OF SUBSTI- IUIE TRUSTEE'S SALE OF REAL ES­ TATE Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in that cer- 1195-Legals tain Deed of Trust exe­ cuted and delivered by DAVID FRANKLIN HIGGINS and ROSE MARY HIGGINS, dated June 28, 2000, and re­ corded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Ashe County, North Carolina, in Book 251 at Page 1, and be­ cause of default in the payment of the indebt­ edness thereby se­ cured and failure to carry out or perform the stipulations and agree­ ments therein con­ tained and pursuant to the demand of the owner and holder of the indebtedness se­ cured by said Deed of Trust, and pursuant to the Order of the Clerk of Superior Court for Ashe County, North Carolina, entered in this foreclosure pro­ ceeding, the under­ signed, MARK T. ADERHOLD, Substi­ tute Trustee, will ex­ pose for sale at public auction of the 7th day of September, 2007 at 3:00 PM at the door of the Ashe County Court- house, Jefferson, North Carolina, the real prop­ erty described in Exhib­ it A attached hereto and incorporated here­ in by reference (includ­ ing permanent struc­ tures, if any, and any other improvements at­ tached to the real propbile home or manufac­ tured home, whether single wide or double wide, located thereon). The sale will be made subject to all prior liens, restrictions and ease­ ments or record and assessments, if any. The record owner of the above described real property as reflect­ ed on the records of the Ashe County Reg­ ister of Deeds not more than ten (10) days prior to the posting of this Notice is DAVID HIG­ GINS and ROSE MARY HIGGINS. Pursuant to North Car­ olina General Statutes, 45-21.10, and the tt - wr^ 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals terms of the Deed of Trust, any successful bidder may be required to deposit with the Sub­ stitute Trustee immedi­ ately upon conclusion of the sale a cash de­ posit not to exceed the greater of five percent (5,0%) of the amount of the bid of seven hun­ dred fifty dollars ($750.00). Any suc­ cessful bidder shall be required to tender the full balance purchase price so bid at that time, he shall remain li­ able on his bid as pro­ vided for in North Caro­ lina General Statutes Sections 45-21.30(d) and (e). Should the property be purchased by a third party, that party must pay the tax of Forty-five Cents ($0.45) per One Hun­ dred Dollars ($100.00) pursuant to N.C.G.S. 7A-308(a)(1). IS".Neither the Substi­ law. tute Trustee nor the holder of the Manufac­ This is the 8th day of tured Home Promisso­ August, 2007. ry Note, Security Agreement and Disclo­ MARK T. ADERHOLD, sure Statement se­ Substitute Trustee cured by the deed of trust being foreclosed, 2596 Reynolds Road, nor the officers, direc­ Suite C tors, attorneys, employ­ Winston-Salem, ees, agents or author­ North Carolina ized representatives of 27106 either of either the Sub­ (336)723-3530 stitute Trustee or the holder of the Manufac­ Exhibit A tured Home Promisso­ on a ry Note, Security BEGINNING Agreement and Disclo­ point in the centerline sure Statement make of NCSR 1354, said any representation of point being the cor­ warranty relating/to the ner of Voil Perry and title or any physical, the Northwest corner environmental, health of the tract herein de­ or safety conditions ex­ scribed, thence leav­ isting in, on, at or relat­ ing said road with the ing/to the property be­ Voil Perry line, N 67ing offered for sale, 13 E, 21.94 feet to an and any and all respon­ iron stake, N 66-22 E, sibilities or liabilities 177.44 feet to an iron arising out of or in any stake, thence leaving way relating to any the Voil Perry line such condition ex­ with a division line of the Ollie Perry prop­ pressly are disclaimed. erty, S 40-07 E, 229.16 This sale will be held feet to an iron stake, open ten (10) days up­ S 67-12 W, 24.15 feet set bids as required by to a point In the cen- The property to be of­ fered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance "AS IS, WHERE CALHOUN CLEARING & GRADING • Foundations • Drainage/Erosion Control • Land Clearing • Road Construction • Water Gardens & Landscaping Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and part time residents of Ashe County! 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NANCY ALLEN; ER; MARTIN WINE- MIKEAL BLEVINS and BARGER and wife, JU- wife, SANDY BLETAKE NOTICE that a DY WINEBARGER; VINS; STEVEN BLEpleading seeking relief AVERY WINEBARG- VINS, single, GARY against you has been ER, and wife, SHIR- POTTER, single; Rlfiled in the above spe- LEY WINEBARGER; CHARD POTTER and cial proceeding. MARION WINEBARG- wife, GAIL POTTER; ER and wife, SHIRLEY DONALD POTTER The nature of the relief WINEBARGER; ROY and wife, SHERRY sought as follows: WINEBARGER, and POTTER; STEVEN wife, MARY WINE- POTTER and wife, For the judicial sale BARGER; CRISSIE BARBARA POTTER of those lands descri- LEWIS, widow; STEVE ROBERT POTTER and bed in the Petition POTTER, single; PAT- wife, LEISA POTTER; and which were TY DUGGER and hus- PAUL J. POTTER; Miowned by Katherine band, JERRY DUG- CHAEL POTTER; DESevert at the time of GER; J.R. 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SON, widow; ARZELLA ROUSH and hus- For the judicial sale DATED THIS 17th day band, MARVIN of those lands descriof August, 2007 ROUSH; BONNIE bed in the Petition LEWIS, single; LINDA and which were VANNOY & WURTH and husband, owned by at the time REEVES,PLLC MIKE WURTH; AVERY of his death as fully ALLEN and wife, described in that cerBy: Jimmy D. Reeves GRACE ALLEN; tain deed which apP.O. Drawer 67 CLAUDE ALLEN and pears of record in the West Jefferson, wife, BONNIE ALLEN; Ashe County Public North Carolina 28694 JAMES ALLEN and Registry In Book N-3, (336)246-7172 wife, NANCY ALLEN; at page 235 D. EDWARD ALLEN Administrator of the and wife, NANCY AL- You are required to Estate of Katharine LEN; MIKEAL BLE- make defense to such Severt VINS and wife, SAN- pleading no later than DY BLEVINS; STEVEN the 10th day of October STATE OF NORTH BLEVINS, single; , 2007 and upon failure CAROLINA GARY POTTER, sin- to do so, the party COUNTY OF ASHE gle; RICHARD POT- seeking service against TER and wife, GAIL you will apply to the IN THE GENERAL POTTER; DONALD court for the relief COURT OF JUSTICE POTTER and wife, sought. SUPERIOR COURT SHERRY POTTER; DIVISION BEFORE STEVEN POTTER and DATED THIS 31st day THE CLERK 07-SP- wife, BARBARA POT- of August, 2007. 122 TER; ROBERT POT­ TER and wife, LEISA VANNOY NOTICE OF SERVICE POTTER; PAUL J. REEVES,PLLC OF PROCESS BY POTTER; MICHAEL POTTER; DEBRA BY: JIMMY ROARK; ROSALEE REEVES JENNINGS; DARLENE P.O. 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Saturday Is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center Is located directly in front of the Armory on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety.orc Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumanc@skybest.com �FRIDAY, AUGUST 31, 2007 Football Friday Night ir»r^.w ports The Huskies travel to Grayson County, VA to face the Blue Devils in the Huskies i third non-conference game of the season. Kick-off at 7:30 p.m. K-mail us: M^ravbi'aKnjerferijuiil'oM.rmii This week in Husky sports Volleyball upsets North Surry Prior to the game with North Surry, the Huskies had two tough matches. The first match came against the Alleghany Trojans and then against the Avery Vikings. The Varsity team lost a tough match with the Trojans and lost in three games. Allegh­ any opened up the match by defeating the Huskies in game one with a tough 25-12 game. Ashe rebounded and battled back in game two and had every fan on the edge of their seats during game two and rallied late in the game, but came up two points shy and lost their second game of by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor With the second week of the season here, the Huskies volleyball teams have quick­ ly made an impression. The varsity squad, despite los­ ing two games, has already defeated one of the predicted powerhouses of the Mountain Valley Athletic Conference. On Tuesday, the Huskies traveled to North Surry to face the Greyhounds in their conference opener. The Hus­ kies played a nearly flawless game and defeated the Grey­ hounds in three games, 2522, 25-20, 25-22. Post photo by Michael Graybeal Annie Hegar drills this serve in bounds during the Huskies 3-0 victory over the North Surry Greyhounds on Tuesday evening to start the conference schedule with a win. the match 25-23. Game three also proved to be a tough game for the Huskies, and despite an early lead, Allegh­ any was able to come from behind and tied the score up at 19-19, and then the Tro­ jans battled on to claim the 25-20 victory over Ashe to win the match with a final score of three games to none over the Huskies. Following the match against Alleghany, the Hus­ kies were on the road for their first away match of the season and traveled to Avery County to face the Vikings. The Vikings were another tough match up for the Hus­ kies and defeated them in four games, 3-1 in favor of Avery. In the first game of the match, Avery was able to de­ feat the Huskies and took an early lead in the match with a 25-17 victory. The Huskies closed the gap in the second game and Ashe only lost to the Vikings by a mere three points during the second game, but Avery still won 2522 to place the Huskies in a do-or-die situation. With a loss, the Huskies were load­ ing the bus to come back to Ashe, but a victory would extend the match to a game four. In game three, Ashe would find a weakness in the Vikings and bonded together and defeated the Vikings 2518 to extend the match to a game four. The Vikings led two games to one heading into game four and finished the match with a close victory over the Hus­ kies. In the final points of the game, the Vikings were able to pull ahead of the Huskies enough to claim a close 2522 victory to end the match with the Vikings handing the Huskies their second loss of the season and dropping the Huskies' record to 1-2 for the season as they were yet to play their first conference game. This past Tuesday, the Huskies opened up confer­ ence play with a trip to North Surry. On the rebound from two tough losses, the Hus­ kies meant business in the important conference match Post photo by Michael Graybeal Caitlin Elliott makes a huge play at the net for the Huskies during their 3-0 upset over the North Surry Greyhounds. up. The Greyhounds are pre­ dicted to finish in the top slots of the Mountain Valley Athletic Conference and the victory for the Huskies plac­ es them in a good position at the start of the season. The match opened up with an intense first game for both teams as the teams traded points to open up the match. The Huskies were able to gain a small lead with the score 9-7 and never lost that lead during the game. With skilled serving, good commu­ nication and excellent team play, the Huskies were able to maintain their small lead and the Greyhounds nearest chance of taking the lead was when the score was 20-19. Larken Mikeal was serving for the Huskies at this point and scored four points for her team to take the score to game point, 24-19. North Surry was able to get a side-out to regain serve, but on the first serve for North Surry, Annie Hegar for the Huskies made a great play at the net to give Ashe the 25-20 victory to go ahead one game to none. In game two, Ashe and North Surry once again bat­ tled for every point and nei­ ther team was able to gain a large lead throughout the game. Ashe was able to gain a small advantage with the score 11-7 but a time-out by North Surry slowed the Hus­ kies' momentum and North brought the score back with­ in two points, 13-11. Ashe continued to lead till the North tied it up 18-18, but then the Greyhounds took a lead for the first time since the score was 2-1 at the be­ ginning of the game. North extended their lead to 18-21, but then Ashe took advan­ tage of a great hit away from the net by Caitlin Elliott to give the Huskies the serve once again. With Kim McNeil serving for Ashe, the Huskies were able to advance to the score was 24-21 when North Surry earned the serve. The first serve for the Greyhounds went into the net, which gave the Huskies the victory of game two, and Ashe took a two-game to none lead. Game three presented a hazard for the Greyhounds. A victory by the Huskies See Volleyball, page 2B Tennis wins two conference matches past Tuesday by hosting the North Surry Greyhounds. The Huskies again won eas­ ily with a perfect team score of 9-0. The first match featured the Huskies against the North Wilkes Vikings. The Huskies won easily with a perfect team score of 9-0. Due to threatening weather, the teams agreed to play an eight game pro set to speed up the match. The pro sets obviously worked for the Huskies as by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor The Lady Huskies Tennis team was able to increase their conference record win total by two matches this past week as they were able to defeat North Surry and North Wilkes to move their conference record to 3-0. Last week, the Huskies hosted the North Wilkes Vikings on Thursday and won easily with a 9-0-team victory. The ladies returned to action this there was not a singles match that was even close. Singles results: #1 seed: Ivey Tant won 8-0, #2 seed: Loran Vega won 8-1, #3 seed: Rachel Curcio won 8-2, #4 seed: Roxanne Thomas won 8-1, #5 seed: Ariel Farmer won 8-2, and #6 seed: Court­ ney Bowers won 8-1. Singles exhibition, Lizzie Hanes de­ feated her opponent 6-1 and Kendra Powers also won 6-0 over her opponent. The Huskies continued \\ \ \ \S :• o il '':V - \\ * -' .0. H l Jl', " Pi' / vcaV.' Post photo by Michael Graybeal Rachel Curcio returns a serve during her 6-0 6-0 victory over her North Surry's opponent last week. 'P ' v '7 -7-' * r ?~T j j ' . - « A - I " .J - t j f f \ y*ryr t-t- r-t"y! pr r-f 1 - 4-~4•• ,» ,, 7 1 f 1 , , , , . » -* i •# 4 t .. L U„ i " > »—r £3 t *-• I i i . * - ' • * -M|k i«. | iV—i -f -4 f t--f f - f - i f » j r 1 • > .. T~J rrrt f i f " •' *i -ft H" i I " Post photo by Michael Graybeal Lorna Vega continues a volley during her impressive 6-0 6-0 victory against North Surry. their domination over the Vikings during the doubles competition. The #1 pair for the Huskies, Ivey Tant/ Lorna Vega won 6-0, the #2 pair, Rachel Curcio/ Roxanne Thomas won 6-1, and the #3 pair, Ariel Farmer/ Courtney Bowers won 6-0. The Huskies action this week included hosting the North Surry Greyhounds on Tuesday. The Huskies ex­ tended their conference re­ cord to 3-0 with an impres­ sive second perfect match for tory over their opponents. The format for this match was regular rules for the teams and the Huskies still dominated over their oppo­ nents. The closest match in singles was Ariel Farmer who was victorious 6-0 6-1. Singles results: #1 seed: Ivey Tant won 6-0 6-0, #2 seed: Loran Vega won 6-0 60, #3 seed: Rachel Curcio won 6-0 6-0, #4 seed: Roxanne Thomas won 6-0 6-0, #5 seed: Ariel Farmer won 6-0 6-1, and #6 seed: Courtney Bowr* r\ r* r\ o • 1 bition, Lizzie Hanes < her opponent 6-2 am Russell also won 6-1 opponent. Doubles results: #] the Huskies, Ivey Tan Vega won 8-0, the #2 chel Curcio/ Roxanne defeated their oppor ficial score was unr< and the #3 pair, Ariel Courtney Bowers woi The Huskies retv action yesterday wh hosted the Forbush Look for results in u <*•» r ,v �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, AUGUST 31, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Lil' Lady Huskies Basketball Fall League September 12 - October 21, 2007 For 6th Grade Girls ~ 8th Grade Girls PURPOSE The purpose of the Lil' Lady Huskies Basketball Fall League is to teach the basic fundamentals of the game of basketball, while giving girls another opportunity to practice and play basketball. All participants should improve their basketball skills and overall understanding of the game of basketball. PARTICIPANTS Any girl in the 6th, 7th and 8th grades are eligible to participate. Players must attend Ashe County schools. COST The cost of the league is $25, which includes instruction and league t-shirt. Players can mail in registration or wait until the first practice date - September 12, 2007 at 5:30 p.m.. Ashe Youth Soccer League Player's of the Week TEAMS/GAMES Teams will be made up of 8-10 players - forming a many teams as possible. Teams will be made as equal in talent as possible, using grade, size and skill evaluation. Games will be played on Wednesday evening, Saturday morning or Sunday afternoon. We will have 4-5 game days, including a tournament day. 3-4 Year Old Division Burgess and Son Body Shop Inc.- Jerne'e Ashley Los Arcoiris- Jake Reavis jTT Mountain Valley AA Athletic Conference Football Official Standings Through games as of Aug. 24, 2007 Season W L Conference W L LOCATION The league will be held in the gymnasiums on the campus of Ashe County High School. PRACTICES The practice sessions will be conducted by an Ashe County Lady Huskies basketball staff member and/or team coaches. Practices and games will be held on Wednesday evening, Saturday morning or Sunday afternoon. DL Shepherd Construction- Matt Houck, Kaitlyn Adams Church's Construction- Colby Greer, Angel Turmire Reeve's Photography- Dylan Hutchinson, Zachery Weaver 5-6 Year Old Division Bare's Custom Cabinets- Hailey Miller, Chelsea McVey Screenfreaks- Lauren Robinson, Luke Osborne Smart Gallery- Jacob Pruitt, Faith Hooper Cardinal Lanes- Noah Roop, Drake Elliott Af Insurance Services- Trenton Miller, Salem Brown ASHE COUNTY FORBUSH NORTH SURRY NORTH WILKES STARMOUNT SURRY CENTRAL WILKES CENTRAL 1 0 1 0 1 0 2 1 2 1 2 1 2 0 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT COACH LAURA FOSTER Phone: 846-2400 x2321 Email: Laura.foster@ashe.k12.nc.us Results as reported by Butch Whitesell REGISTRATION INFORMATION Site Played WINNER LOSER Aug.24 Ashe Ashe- 41 West Caldwell- 7 Elkin Elkin- 20 Forbush-14 North Surry East Surry- 21 North Surry- 0 East Wilkes East Wilkes- 33 N.Wilkes- 15 West Stokes Starmount- 26 West Stokes- 7 Surry Central Mount Airy- 52 Surry Central- 19 Wilkes Central Please mail registration and release forms, along with $25 league fee. 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The Huskies con­ tinued to use their momen­ tum created during the first two games and concluded the match with another close vic­ tory for the Huskies, 25-20. The Huskies opened up the third game with the serve and Larken Mikeal earned the Huskies a quick 3-0 lead. North Surry responded and close the gap and took the lead with the score 7-5 in fa­ vor of North. Ashe was able to recover the few points and eventually took the lead with the score 13-12 in favor of Ashe. The Huskies never did lose their lead and with great play from Caitlin El­ liott at the net and excellent serving from Larken Mikeal, the Huskies were able to ad­ vance the game to a matchgame point, with the score 24-14. North Surry rallied top spots in the conference), and with one last attempt but we were the best team on scored six points to bring the the floor on Tuesday night. I score to 24-20, still in favor of am so proud of how well we Ashe. On the following point, played together!" Caitlin Elliott sealed the vic­ During Tuesday's match, tory for the Huskies with a the Huskies hard work dur­ spike at the net to award the ing practices on their serving Huskies the 25-20 victory in paid off. During the match, the game, and the 3-0 victory the Huskies were 67 out of in the match. 73 serves. Larken Mikeal led Following the game, the team with an impressive Coach Laura Foster was ec­ 27 for 27 performance, and static with her team's per­ then Paige Matheson was formance and complimented 10 for 10, and Kim McNeill the Huskies elaborately. She also played impressive with stated: "This is a great win a serving tally of 13 for 15. for our volleyball team and The victory over the Grey­ our program. Our passing hounds gave the Huskies a and serving was outstand­ huge moral boost heading ing! We have worked a lot into another tough game on our serving, because it Thursday. On Thursday, the has been our Achilles heel Huskies hosted the Forbush in the previous matches. Falcons, another strong team We communicated very well who will probably be contend­ with each other - we had a ing for the conference cham­ nearly flawless performance. pionship this year. Look for North Surry has a good solid details of Thursday's game team (picked to finish in the in upcoming papers. (accessories sold separately) 100% SERVICE AND SUPPORT. EXPECT IT WHEN YOU VISIT YOUR LOCAL CUB CADET® INDEPENDENT RETAILER. 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With new products like Squeeeeek No more, all of these old-fashioned remedies can be forgotten. There is no need to lift up any carpet or floorboards and the task can be performed on top of the flooring. All it takes is a power drill and the provided hard­ ware from the kit. Squeaks occur when shrinks and gaps develop around dif­ ferent flooring elements. For example, in most creaky floors, a nail that was used to fasten the floor has become loose and a squeak happens as a result of the nail rubbing on the sub floor. Or it's a possibility that wooden planks have loosened from the joist below them and are rubbing against one an­ other. Squeeeeek No More works on carpeted floors by using a tool that will find the location of the floor joists from above the floor. After locating the joists, an alignment and depth control fixture allows you to drill through the carpet with one of the provided screws into the joist where the squeak ex­ ists. 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PH: (336) 982-2558 www.ALRE-BlueRidge.com United. 1836 "Put Your Trust In Number One" , Heritage Realty Ashe, inc. d/b/a ,p; HWY. 221 NORTH JEFF.ERSON, NC 28640 ountry- Qmuo^i 11 Beaver Creek School Road West Jefferson, NC 28694 Business 336-246-2664 Dogwood Realty Real Estate for Your World 592 South Main St. • Jefferson, NC 28640 INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED M and,© Century 21 Real Estate Corporation Equal Housing Opportunity 336-246-7455 • Toll Free -1-800-789-1312 FAX 336-246-4532 3+- J155647. DOUBLEWIDE IN SPICEW00D - Get away from it all acres in Jefferson, private lots, double widcs, modulars OK or development potential, possible city water- $114,900 Call Denise Jarvis, Broker NEAT AS A PIN & CLOSE TO TOWN! 3BR/3BA COTTAGE with layered 336-262-4040 Ready to move into - 3BR/2BA ranch views of Grandfather Mt. Year-round with attached carport and detached access, large deck and covered front www.MountainLivingHomesandLand.com garage. Full basement. Low mainte­ porch. 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TO SEE MORE OF OUR LISTINGS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT www.c21 heritagercalty.com �J PAGE 4B FRIDAY, AUGUST 31 , 2007 JEFFERSON POST ANIMALS OF AFRICA When a person thinks of Africa, often times the first thing that comes to mind are the animals. The Continent of Africa is home to many unique and beautiful animals. With several different types of habitats in the region, including savannahs, tropical rainforests, deserts, mountains, and many more, there are many different types of animals. Some of the most well known are: lion, zebra, giraffe, elephant, cheetah, and impala. There are so many diverse species, that it would be impossible to touch on each one! The African lion is known as the King of the Beasts. The male lion has the characteristic mane, or fur, surrounding his neck. Lion families are called prides and usually consist of about 10-15 lions, including the young cubs. Elephants are one of the longest-living animals in the world, with a lifespan as great as 70 years. They are very family-orientated and intelli­ gent creatures. Female elephants are excellent mothers. The elephant families care for the young, the very old, and the sick members of the group. Their diet consists mostly of grass, and they can consume upwards of 50 gallons of water a day. The giraffe is the tallest animal on Earth; they can grow as tall as 18 feet in height. They primarily live off the leaves of tall trees. They do not form strong family groups. When they appear to be herding with other ' giraffes, it is most often due to the common food source. The zebra is an amazing sight, 'with its black and white stripes; the stripes are a defense mechanism, which makes it hard I for predators to see them clearly. Zebras travel in family groups called harems for most of I their lives; however, young males travel in all male groups until they are able to have fami­ lies of their own. The cheetah is the fastest land mammal on Earth. It runs up to speeds of 70 miles per hour. These cats are solitary creatures and are hard to spot. They do not form large family groups, but the mothers do care for their young, teaching them many things, primarily how to hunt. The impala is a deer-like creature which travels in herds. They are one of the most recognizable of the African animals, with their long horns, and ACROSS CLUES: Solve the puzzle using the clues provided. 2. These are excellent mothers. 4. Fastest mammal on Earth. 8. Gallons of water an elephant can drink daily. 9. A deer-like animal in Africa. 11. Main staple of a giraffe diet? DOWN CLUES: 1. There are many different regions & in Africa. 3. Cheetahs can run mph. 5. Zebra family group is called? 6. Black & white striped animal. 7. Tallest animal in the world. 10. Lion families are called? • •••••on • AFRICAN ADDITION TIME 2) D 4) 3) ZEBRA STRIPES MAZE I FRAIAS __ Find the way from the zebra to the grass, j 'a Unscramble the letters below to find the hidden words. ^ 3. 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Circle the picture that is F J Q E J B H E R B M P O V T M V A Y R R E K G C J P R G H A T E E H C E N D L S A O K L E K O W L B R W R I P R N S S L N I C A J B I D O T T R A O L G K G L K R T ,N L M C D X I B C H I M P A N Z E E S D O K R C E B P H M H R B P R N C H Z M M Y P Y U O E A K B O R J I V X E X U S E I H I E C V Y L N L W O E S H U B Z D G A Z E E T Cheetah Chimpanzee DikDik Elephant X G AFRICAN TRUE OR FALSE C Read the statement below. Then decide Z#:suv if it is true or false. Circle your answer. A I. ELEP11ANTS ARE BAD MOTHERS. T/ F Did you know that the word 2 AFRICA I IAS ONLY ONE HABITAT. T / F J 'safari' comes from the Arabic 3. LION FAMILIES ARE CALLED PRIDES. T/ F word for journey? A safari is Z 4. GIRAFFE ARE THE TALLEST ANIMALS. T/ F 2S(8 mil ZZ0l(9 5. IMPALA ARE BLACK & WHITE STRIPED. T / F 9I4(S Uf? OQlrtt an expedtion, and sometimes P 6. CHEETAH IS THE 2ND FASTEST ANIMAL.. 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Toyota Of Boone Has Received The Toyota President s Award 3 Years in A Row! www.toyotaofboone.com 665 East King street I ' m �PAGE 6B FRIDAY, AUGUST 31, 2007 JEFFERSON POST THE GOLDEN POST Senior Center calendar for September Monday, September 3 Wednesday, September 12 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting with Janet 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Floral Arranging 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 10-11:30 a.m.: Computer class Tuesday, September 4 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 11:30 a.m.: Singing with Ray 2-5 p.m.: Special Medicare Assistance 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers 5:30-7 p.m.: Computer class 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Basket Weaving (new class) Thursday, September 13 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle 9-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 11 a.m.: Singing with John 1-4 p.m.: Ashe County Quilt Guild 7-8 p.m.: Ballroom Dance class Wednesday, September 5 Friday, September 14 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Floral Arranging class 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 10-11:30 a.m.: Computer class Noon: AARP monthly meeting (covered dish) 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Crocheting 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 10:30-11:30 a.m.: Healthy Eating with Beth (salads and recipes) 11:30 a.m.: Lung Cancer program with Mary 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK 1-2 p.m.: Caregivers Support Group Thursday, September 6 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle 9-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 1-4 p.m.: Ashe County Quilt Guild Friday, September 7 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Crocheting 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 10:30 a.m.: Red Hill Ramblers 11 a.m.: Grief Counseling with Roger 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK Monday, September 10 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting with Janet 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.: Sit and Sew multipurpose room 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11:30 a.m.: Singing with Wilda and Friends Tuesday, September 11 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.: Trip to Hamrick's in Hickory (Bus Week and Senior Day) 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 10:30 a.m.: Low Vision/Diabetic Support Group 11:30 a.m.: Nutrition Update 2-5 p.m.: Special Medicare Assistance 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers 5:30-7 p.m.: Computer class 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Basket Weaving Monday, September 17 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting with Janet 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11:30 a.m.: Food Safety program 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers Tuesday, September 18 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study I p.m.: Kickoff for Senior Games State Finals (Sept. 23-30 in Raleigh) 2-5 p.m.: Special Medicare Assistance 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers 5:30-7 p.m.: Computer class 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Basket Weaving Wednesday, September 19 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Floral Arranging 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 10-11:30 a.m.: Computer class II a.m.: Shingles education video Thursday, September 20 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.: Trip to Hungry Mother State Park and picnic 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle 9:30-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 11:30 a.m.: Singing with Jackie and Friends 7-8 p.m.: Ballroom Dance class Friday, September 21 10 a.m.-7 p.m.: Ashe County Piecemakers Quilt Guild Fair at Jefferson Station (continues Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m.) 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Crocheting 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11 a.m.: Rep. Cullie Tarleton speaking on senior issues 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK Monday, September 24 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Adult Protective Service Agencies Conference 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers Tuesday, September 25 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 2-5 p.m.: Special Medicare Assistance 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers 5:30-7 p.m.: Computer class 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Basket Weaving Wednesday, September 26 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Floral Arranging 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 10-11:30 a.m.: Computer class Thursday, September 27 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle 9:30-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 7-8 p.m.: Ballroom Dance class Friday, September 28 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Crocheting 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK Legal Aid of North Carolina Daily activities: 7 a.m.-9 p.m.: Walking Trail; 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Exercise Room with instructor available 8 a.m.-Noon, Blood Pressure Checks, Billiards, Public Access Computer Lab with classes scheduled 11-12:30 and 5:30-7; 8:30 a.m.Noon: Rook Games; 10-11:30 a.m.: Bingo; 12:30-2:30 p.m.: Basic Skills classes; 5-6 p.m.: Exercise room open (for a fee). For more information, call Louise Caudill at 246-4347. Senior Tar Heel Legislature discusses issues for aging Clara Miller, delegate, and JoAnn Alexander, alternate, representing Ashe County attended the summer meet­ ing of the North Carolina Senior Tar Heel Legislature in Raleigh in June. The Senior Legislature, established by the General Assembly in 1993, provides information and edu­ cation to older adults on matters being considered by the General Assembly on the legislative needs of older North Carolinians. Of special interest to delegates were issues related to mental health and aging. As a result of that interest, they heard from Mike Mosely, director of the Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities & Substance Abuse, and from John Tote, director of the Mental Health Association, regarding what is being done by the General Assembly and government to strengthen services to those with mental health problems, especially the aging. At the meeting, Miller and Alexander received updated information on action taken by the General Assembly this legislative session to address issues that impact senior adults in North Carolina. The Senior Legislature is advo­ cating the General Assembly to appropriate additional funding for home and community based services, increase funding for senior centers, shift the cost of Medicaid from counties to the state, provide prescription drug assistance ASHE COUNTY QUILT FAIR SET FOR JEFFERSON STATION Ashe County Piecemakers Quilt Guild will present the 5th annual Quilt Fair on Friday, Sept. 21 and Saturday, Sept. 22. The event will be held at Jefferson Station in downtown West Jefferson from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday. A multitude of beautiful quilts will be on display for viewing and judging, and many will be for sale. Ribbons to the winners will be awarded on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. Special awards will be made for Viewer's Choice and Honoring 75 and Older. A quilt will be offered for raffle with drawing for the winner planned at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday. An auction of various items will begin at 2 p.m. on Saturday. Demonstrations on quilt­ ing processes will be con­ ducted throughout the day Friday and Saturday. The guild will have boutique items for sale, and vendors and crafters from around the region will offer a variety of items including quilting supplies, sewing machines and home decorations. Neva Hart, AQS Certified Quilt Appraiser, will be on hand both days to appraise quilts. Appraisals can be used to determine the age of the quilt and its value for family history and for insur­ ance purposes. To make an appointment for your quilt to be appraised, call Patsy at 877-9109. For more information about the Quilt Fair, call Brenda at 246-3230. The Quilt Fair is taking place during the annual Studio Hop and Art on the Side weekend sponsored by the Ashe County Arts Council. Studios and art galleries will be open that weekend for visitors to see and enjoy the county's artis­ tic offerings. For more infor­ mation, call 246-ARTS. for low-income persons age 65 and older, and provide den­ tal care for older adults with special needs and in rural areas. While in Raleigh, delegates heard from Dan Gerlach, senior advisor for fiscal policy to the governor, about the state budget and factors that impact the budget. In addi­ tion, Stephanie Bias addressed the delegates about the Senior Medicare Patrol. To find out more about the Senior Tar Heel Legislature, or to discuss issues of concern about senior adults, contact Clara Miller at the Ashe County Senior Center at 2462461. Wanna Dance? Join the Ballroom Dance Class Ashe County Senior Center Thursdays 7-8 p.m. Starting September 13 No cost For information, call 246-4347 'I got people, they taught me how to prepare taxes. Now I am people." The H&R Block Income Tax Course will teach you how to prepare tax returns and develop tax-saving strategies. Upon successful completion, some students may have the opportunity to earn extra income as H&R Block tax professionals.* Bilingual students encouraged to enroll! For class times and locations, visit hrblock.com/taxcourses or call 1-800-HRBLOCK. Ashe Services for Aging and Senior Center welcomes H&R BLOCK" You got people' NC Representative Cullie Tarleton 426 E. Main St Friday, Sept. 21,11 a.m. Jefferson, NC 28640 Speaking on issues of concern to senior adults. For information, call 246-4347 336-246-7520 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY/ AUGUST 31, 2007 PAGE 7B LIGHTERSIDE Super Crossword ACROSS 59 TVs 'The 1 Plot — Limits" 6 Philan­ 60 Animosity thropist 61 Nimble 11 Send out a 62 Printer's page proof 14 High­ 64 Be buoyant lander's 67 Hindu duty headgear 69 Word form 17 Visionfor "milk" related 71 Invalidated 19 Likes a lot 75 City on the 21 Barcelona Allegheny bravo 76 Storm 78 Bounded 22 "I - Rock" ('66 song) 79 Smiley's "A 23 A few words Thousand —" 24 Starl of a remark by 81 Medical Laurence J. suffix Peter 82 Spirit 27 Itch 84 Gogol's 28 Loaf pari Bulba" 30 Dram 86 Jack of "Barney 31 Emcee 32 Swiss Miller sharp­ 89 Ocasek of shooter The Cars 33 Like feta 90 Pari 3 of 37 Feta remark 39 Oscar or 95 Principles Tony 97 "Here You 42 Fragrant Come —" plant ('77 hit) 44 Mets' milieu 98 Hellman's 45 Isolated 'The 46 Spud state Children's —" 47 97 Across singer 99 Duel tool 50 Part 2 of 100 Desk remark accessory 56 Seal school 102 On edge 58 Actress 103 Stick-in-theMassen mud? 106 Free tickets 107 Pavarotti piece 109 Third-rate 110 Halloween decoration 111 Yogi or Smokey 112 Political abbr. 115 End of remark 122 Dolphin Dan 124 Kind 125 Flagon filler 126 Proof­ reader's list 127 Leisurely, to Liszt 128 Singer Brenda 129 Literary pseudonym 130 Solti's stick 131 Wharton or Sit well DOWN 1 Duplicate 2 Want badly 3 Overdo a tan 4 — carte 5 Tied tightly 6 The Witches" author 7 Horatian creation 8 Neither's partner 9 Vein contents P 7 8 9 10 Word with carpet or cabbage 11 Racing legend 12 Boxing legend 13 Makes one's mark 14 Resort lake 15 Pile up 16 Lusterless 18 Virginia — 20 Alaskan city 25 Italian greyhound, e.g. 26 Bread ingredient 29 Wee one 32 bien!" 33 Chest material 34 Get wind of 35 Tennis legend 36 A roaring success? 37 Rubbed the wrong way? 38 Juno, in Greece 39 Plus 40 Troubles 41 Penguins' place 43 Ready to eat 44 Detect 48 Tyranny 49 With 101 Down, '79 Sally Field film 10 51 Subject matter 52 'Ben—" ('59 film) 53 School founded by Henry VI 54 Siamese 55 Fill to the gills 57 Actress Cannon 61 Mall event 63 Homeric characters 64 So. state 65 Mouth piece? 66 Habitually. to Herrick 68 Neighsayer? 69 Den 70 Upstairs basement? 72 — Bator 73 Singer Home 74 Irritated exclamation 77 More enthusiastic 80 Scoundrel 83 — majesty 84 Ridicules 85 Superior 87 Burden of proof 88 Brute 9 0 t h e mornin'" 91 Guys' counter­ parts 11 6 BLUE GENES 12 13 92 Corporate dashers 93 Bank statistic 94 Big bird 96 Indira Gandhi's father 100 Enjoy the beach 101 See 49 Down 102 Diatribe 103 To fetch — .. 104 Clavell's "•— House" 105 Alistair or Sam 106 Pari of PST 108 Sita's husband 110 Dylan's colleague 111 Fiber source 112 Leslie Caron role 113 Step — (hurry) 114 Cry of contempt 116 Check 117 Jeff Lynne's grp 118 Sphere 119 Singing syllable 120 It may be tipped 121 WWII area 123 "Great!" HOCUS-FOCUS BY HENRY BOLTINOFF Weekly SUDOKU \ ru 15 16 by Linda Thistle 22 9 24 8 4 6 9 7 2 8 1 6 2 2 1 3 2 9 9 2 4 8 5 5 3 9 5 r 1 7 3 Find at least six differences in details between panels. 5 8 4 8 6 6 7 5 Place a number in the empty boxes in such a way that each row across, each column down and each small 9-box square contains all of the numbers from one to nine. DIFFICULTY THIS WEEK: • • Moderate * * Challenging • • * HOO BOY! TuejQMip s| iBq s.Aog 9 je6uoi 0JB sjued s.jeqoii.d '9 •p0j|ed0j uesq seii 00110 j > ;u0jej|!P QJB seoqs s,j0qoiBQ •£ •0uoB s| Buipiing z pappe uaaq seq pqessg • [ :S0OU0J0H!Q C 2007 King Faaiuiea Synd . Inc World rights rosorvod Answers on page 5A Now you can stay close to family and friends with unlimited long-distance* from SkyBest. As part of a SkySelectionsSM bundle of residential services, you can talk all you want and enjoy our most popular calling features. As your local telephone and Internet experts, SkyLine/SkyBest works hard to offer the best services at great prices. Call today, and start saving while you stay connected. SkyLine SkyBest • Usage limitations and other restrictions apply. Service may not be available in all areas. Not valid with any additional offers or discounts. Unlimited long-distance must be purchased within a residential SkySelections bundle including, local service, long-distance and calling features. If purchased within a SelectSurf bundle, a one-year service agreement is required and an early termination fee would apply. 846.1350 • 877.1350 www.skyline.org • www.skybest.com �PAGE8B FRIPAY/ AUGUST 3 1 , 2 0 0 7 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Photos by George Rembert, courtesy of Ashe County Public Library Two George Rembert masterpieces: Above, a fleabane daisy; at right, a detail of a Crown of Thorns. Lansing man's photos featured at library Would you like to see an orchid that grows wild in Ashe County, the translu­ cent beauty of the woodland Indian Pipe, or the exquisite perfection of a striped maple bud? Then come to the Ashe County Public Library dur­ ing the month of September when these and other photo­ graphs by George Rembert will be on display. The photographs are re­ markable for their artistry and fine detail, evident espe­ cially in the macro (close-up) images, such as the "Crown of Thorns", "Ragged Fringed Orchis (the orchid)", and "Daisy Fleabane". "Macro", explains Rembert, "allows you to see form and tex­ ture not readily apparent in casual viewing in the field. Without exception, the closer you look at any­ thing in nature, the more beauty and perfection you see." The photographs in the exhibit run the garnet from 35mm print to 4x5 positives to digital format. They are printed on archival paper, mainly Hanamuhle fine art pearl, using pigmented inks. The Crown of Thorns is an extreme close-up made us­ ing a 35mm camera with extension rings and reverse mounted lens. But not all is macro. Look for "Near Mahagony Rock Overlook" (Alleghany Coun­ ty) with its wreaths of early morning fog; "Golden Gate printing. " Digital photogra­ Bridge" - dubbed 'Bridge phy is now equal in quality into Heaven' by one view­ to what you could once get er; "Ridge with Dogwood" ( with film," says Rembert, Ashe County) - showing the "and allows for more control incredible detail captured over the finished product. It by 4x5 positive film; "Lake is less work than the dark­ McDonald" (Montana) - a room since it eliminates all fusion of sky, clouds, moun­ the chemical processes once tains, and lake - and many necessary to develop film more. It would be extremely and print pictures. The big­ difficult to choose a favorite gest disadvantage to digital photograph from this collec­ photography is that it al­ lows many more pictures tion. After more than 25 years of very poor quality to be of working with film and taken. A cell phone cannot darkroom technology, Rem­ take a good picture, and a bert now uses a Canon D-20 'point and shoot' camera digital camera with inter­ can't come close to getting a changeable lenses and an macro image. Most people Epson printer specifically no longer take the time to designed for photographic learn the techniques of good photography." George Rembert has tak­ en the time and the results are impressive. Over 100 of Rembert's photographs are in the digital photo library at the University of Califor­ nia, Berkeley, and may be seen at their website: http:// calphotos.berkeley.edu/. Re­ quests for permission to use his photos have come from publishers and individuals all across the country and from as far away as Hungary. His photographs have also been exhibited at The North Carolina Botanical Garden in Chapel Hill where they received critical acclaim, A native of Charlotte, George moved to Ashe Coun­ ty in 1971 with his wife Bet­ ty and four children. Now retired, he lives in the Little Horse Creek area of Ashe County near Lansing where he is still taking pictures of the wonders he finds in the woods and fields. Visit the Ashe County Li­ brary anytime during Sep­ tember and see if you agree with this comment from the Chapel Hill Newspaper about George's photographs. "These photographs are not only wonderful revelations of the tiny beauties that are all around us; they are of a quality that could grace the walls of any major art mu­ seum in the country without apology." Warning issued on Social Security scam Unfortunately, there al­ ways seem to be crooks who are trying "to put something over on us" and take our mon­ ey. While anyone can be a target for such "scam artists," seniors are often among the most vulnerable. Social Security recently has had to issue a warning about several 'scams' that have surfaced throughout the southeast. Our agency has received many reports about telephone calls or visits from people who falsely claim to be Social Security employ­ ees. In each case, the person attempted to obtain personal information, such as a So­ cial Security or bank account number, from the Social Secu­ rity recipient. The scam artists who iden­ tify themselves as Social Se­ curity employees have used a variety of approaches to get personal information. In one case, a caller said that Social Security was experiencing a power outage and needed to verify the person's informa­ tion. In another, the caller posed as an employee who needed to verify the person's direct deposit information. In a third scam, Social Se­ curity recipients were told that their monthly benefit payments were being cut be­ cause they have inherited a house from a relative -an FRIENDS of the Blue Ridge Parkway received such an overwhelming number of photo entries in its 2006 Pho­ to Contest that they decided to make it an annual event. Nearly 100 photographers from 14 states, plus Canada and the United Kingdom, sub­ mitted images in 2006. Three adult and three student pho­ tographers were recognized. To view their full-color win­ ning images, please visit the FRIENDS website at www. BlueRidgeFRIENDS.org and click on Photos. FRIENDS is currently ac­ cepting online photo entries until September 30,2007. The categories are flora (including landscapes), fauna (animals), friends, and family. The com­ petition is open to amateurs, including a youth category (ages 6-15). All photographs must be taken within the boundaries of the Blue Ridge Parkway, and each photog­ rapher may submit no more than three photos for consid­ eration. To register your photo for the contest, please visit the FRIENDS website, and click on the Entry Form on the 2007 Photo Contest page. Contest rules are posted on the website. Winners will be notified by December 1, 2007, and judges' decisions are fi­ nal. Winning entries will be published • in FRIENDS newsletter, High Vistas, and monthly eNewsletters. All entries will also be published on the FRIENDS website. Photo contest set event which, by the way, would not result in a reduction of So­ cial Security benefits. To help make the fraud seem authen­ tic, the caller then placed the person on hold and played the same on-hold recordings used by Social Security. When the caller got back on the line, the recipients were then told that proceeds from the sale of the house will be sent to them if they pay the back taxes. Basically, we advise you to always take precautions when giving out personal in­ formation. You should never provide your Social Security number or other personal in­ formation over the telephone unless you initiated the contact, or are confident of the person to whom you are speaking. If in doubt, do not release information without first verifying the validity of the call. If there is any doubt at all about someone who claims to be a Social Security represen­ tative, we recommend con­ tacting your local Social Se­ curity office or calling Social Security's toll-free number at 1-800-772-1213 to verify the legitimacy of the call. (If you are deaf or hard of hear­ ing, call Social Security's TTY number at 1-800-325-0778.) In the meantime, our Office of Inspector General is work­ ing closely with other Social Security officials to investi­ gate all reports of suspicious activity. To report suspicious activity, please call the OIG Hotline at 1-800-269-0271. (If you are deaf or hard of hear­ ing, call the OIG TTY number at 1-866-501-2101.) A Public Fraud Reporting form is also available online at the OIG's website: http://www.socialsecurity.gov/oig/. Golf and Blue Ridge Living on the New River. Homesites from the $50s. New residences from the $200s. Call 1-800-292-6274 or visit our website at Vi8iUeffereonLaiiding.com. Jefferson Landing Ashe County, North Carolina � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 70 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 18 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-08-31 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/af7c352a831349a8ff5f5ee137856317.pdf a14f027b0187b587c4e3eb4fa36a68c4 PDF Text Text Huskies shut out Grayson County Tuesday page 6 Soccer team loses close game page 6 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com New River Archery Shoot results Volume 82, Issue 71 page 6 SERVING ASHE COUNTY. NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 RUSHING PASSING TOTAL Appalachian scores greatest upset ever by Jim Thompson Editor Appalachian State Univer­ sity's Mountaineer football team went to Ann Arbor Sat­ urday to play a football game. Instead, they came away with immortality. It has become a rite of fall: the "big" teams start the sea­ son with a decisive win over a smaller university from a lower division. The "little" teams get bragging rights for having faced the big guys, and the "big team" fans get to begin the year with a one­ sided slaughter. Nobody believed Appa­ lachian State had a chance against the University of Michigan. After all, the Wol­ verines had won 11 last sea­ son and taken a trip to the Rose Bowl. Future pros are all over their roster. One Michigan journalist dared to suggest the Moun­ taineers might be a tougher opponent than anyone ex­ pected. But out in Las Vegas, where money makes people serious, you could not even H place a bet on Saturday's game. The bookies would not offer the kind of odds they would have to have given to attract gamblers' cash. Late < rlaHHHBp. Saturday, they were undoubt•J&'J&jfr®.-. edly breathing a deep sigh of >. relief. Back home in Ann Arbor, the Wolverines' athletic direcV tor spent much of last week ' MmA 1#: 1 n WW. defending the invitation of a j&(?W team like the Mountaineers rk:1J .• to play Michigan. \ ,^ Nobody believed AppalaJr ' I chian State had a chance— Post photo by Michael Graybeal except for that amazing Mountaineers Head .Coach Jerry Moore elaborates on the group of young men called the team's amazing performance in post-game interviews after Mountaineers. They spent the returning to Kidd Brewer Stadium with his team Saturday days leading up to Saturday evening. Coach Moore is in his 19th season at Appalachian watching films of their oppo- and is the SoCon winningest coach in history with an imnents, and looking hard. . pressive 154-68 record over the nineteen seasons at AppalaWhat they found must chian State University in Boone. have amazed them. Michigan had developed a bad habit, and their good habits had been strong enough to make it go unnoticed: they split near the center on defense, The Mountaineers ran into The Big House, the home of the Wolverines, with a plan. It was the largest crowd to see Appalachian's football team in action. A beyond-capurity 109,218 people packed The Big llouue—only about 3,000 less than the all-time record for a North American college football stadium. The home crowd was ready for some fun. And that was what it looked was going to happen. With 12:31 left in the first quarter, Mike Hart sprinted from four yards out to put Michigan ahead by a touchdown. Just over 90 seconds later, however, the Mountaineers let the Ann Arbor folks know See Ubsei baee 5 New River Winery has grand opening by Ben F. Massey Special to the Post Ashe County celebrated the new location of its first li­ censed winery in Lansing on Aug. 24 with a special ribbon cutting ceremony attended by town and county officials and more than 50 guests. The cel­ ebration of New River Winer­ ies opening in the old Lan­ sing School was sponsored by the Ashe County Cham­ ber of Commerce and coordi­ nated by Executive Director Beth Dixon who introduced Haskell McGuire, president of New River Wineries, who emceed the event. McGuire welcomed and thanked the officials for at­ tending, and also thanked the guests for attending, many of whom are shareholders of New River Wineries. He rec­ ognized special guests includ­ ing Tom Burgiss, owner and vintner of Thistle Meadow Winery in Laurel Springs, Dr. Grant Holder, chemistry pro­ fessor at Appalachian State University, and the officers and board of directors for the winery. In addition, McGuire thanked Holder and Burgiss for their support of New Riv­ er Wineries since its incep­ tion. McGuire expressed ap­ preciation for the attendance of Dr. Pat Mitchell, director of economic development in Ashe County, and Helen Ruth Almond, heritage develop­ ment officer for the Dept. of Commerce, Division of Tour­ ism, Film and Sports Devel­ opment. McGuire stated that he was proud of the progress and success of New River Wineries as it has moved into its new facility located in the old li­ brary building of the old Lan­ sing School. He reported that it has been just about a year since New River Wineries held its first ribbon cutting in a very small facility on Main Street in Lansing. He noted See Opening, page 5 settled by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor No water bills The Town of West Jefferson will not be sending out water bills for the month of August due.to a computer system failure caused by a recent power surge. If they are unable to correct the problem created by this failure within the next couple of weeks, then September bills will reflect two months worth of usage. Otherwise, August bills will be sent out a couple of weeks late. The town apologizes for any inconvenience created by this problem, and are working diligently to correct it. Questions or concerns should be directed to Town Hall at 336-246-3551. Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editoriaK0jeffersonpost.com Photo courtesy of www.goasu.com ASU's Corey Lynch brings down Heisman Trophy candidate Mike Hart. Photo Courtesy of Don Sloan, Ashe Chamber of Commerce Participating in a Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting ceremony for New River Wineries in Lansing recently are, from left: Darlene Massey, vice president of the winery, Chamber Director Beth Dixon, New River Wineries President Haskell McGuire, Chamber President Carol Coulter, Director of Economic Development Dr. Pat Mitchell, and Helen Ruth Almond, Tourism Development Officer with the NC Division of Travel & Tourism. Charges of obtaining prop­ erty by false pretense were reduced in Ashe County Dis­ trict Court Aug. 16 against two local representatives of the North Carolina Depart­ ment of Motor Vehicles. According to the Ashe County Clerk of Court's of­ fice, Linda Howell, license contract agent, and employee Kim Eastridge of the former West Jefferson DMV office, each received five convictions High school hosts Parent Nights Fun at Riverview Community Center Once again this year, the Counseling Department at Ashe County High School will host Parent Meetings for juniors and seniors. Senior Parent Night is Monday, Sept. 10, and Junior Parent Night is Tuesday, Sept. 11. The meetings will take place in the Ashe County High School auditorium between 6:30 and 7:30 p.m. Students, parents and guardians are encouraged to attend these informational meet­ ings. Please contact the guidance department at any time with questions or concerns. The Riverview Players and Elvis (Clinton Triplett) will light up the stage again at the Riverview Community Center in Creston on Sept. 8, at 7 p.m. Veteran producers Nell Sutherland and Jean Ball will present a revue of skits the Players have performed over the year with brief highlights during the first half of the program. Greg Carroll will be the emcee for the evening and will join in with several roles in the produc­ tions. The show will open with Grace Davis and Walter Wilcox singing your favorite sing-along of misdemeanor larceny and three convictions of notary violations. They each received a fine of $750 and court costs, 36 months of unsupervised probation, and 75 hours of community service. Howell resigned her posi­ tion last November and the tag office in West Jefferson was closed pending investiga­ tion into alleged violations of contract. For a brief period, Ashe County drivers were forced to travel to Boone for See DMV. page 5 songs. The Players will then take to the stage with Sutherland and Ball narrating from the sidelines. Intermission will follow the skits; refreshments will be available. Bill Brackin will bring his special brand of humor to open the second half of the show, inter­ acting with the narrators. Elvis will close out the show, singing the Elvis hits of yesteryear, adorned with signature scarves. Admission to the show is $6 for adults and $3 for children. All proceeds will benefit the Riverview Community Center, which is located at 11719 NC Hwy 88 West in Creston. �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, SEPTEMPER 4, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Linda Lou Mullis Sparta, N.C. June 7, 1943 August 23, 2007 Linda Lou "Lynn" Mullis, age 64, of Sparta, N.C., passed away Thursday, Aug. 23,2007, at her residence. She was born June 7,1943, in Welch, West Virginia, to the late John Brady and Fannie Gertrude Bowlick Baugus. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sisters Margaret Justice, Judith Barrett and Peggy Kupner, and a brother, Robert Edward Baugus. Surviving are her hus­ band, Jerry Mullis of the home; a son and wife, Lee and Tonya Church, of Laurel Springs, N.C.; a daughter and husband, Kim and Tom Aubin of Henderson, N.C.; two stepdaughters, Jessica Short of Fleetwood, N.C., and Me­ gan Mullis of Kettering, Ohio; three sisters and spouses, Carol Sue and Morris Cox of West Grove, Penn., Charlotte Spicer of Sparta, N.C., and Gaynell and Dr. Roy Freeman of Crumpler, N.C.; five grand­ children, Craig Toliver, Cory Toliver, Britnie Church, Trey Church and Isaac Church; two stepgrandchildren, Brooke Calhoun and Dylan Short; and several nieces and nephews. The funeral service was conducted at 4 p.m. on Sun­ day, Aug. 26, 2007, at First United Methodist Church, Independence, Va., with the Rev. Barry Sarver and the Rev. David Testerman offici­ ating. Internment was in In­ dependence Cemetery. Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home, Independence, Va., was in charge of the arrange­ ments. SBA disaster loans available ASHEVILLE, NC. - The U.S. Small Business Admin­ istration (SBA) announces that federal disaster loans are available to small busi­ nesses located in the coun­ ties of Ashe, Avery, Cherokee, Graham, Haywood, Madison, Mitchell, Swain, Watauga and Yancey in the State of North Carolina. 'These counties are eligible because they are contiguous to one or more primary coun­ ties in the State of Tennessee. SBA recognizes that disasters do not usually stop at county or state lines. For that reason, counties adjacent to primary counties named in the decla­ ration are included," accord­ ing to Frank Skaggs, Director of SBA Field Operations Cen­ ter East. SBA's disaster declara­ tion was issued as a result of a similar action taken by the Secretary of Agriculture to help farmers recover from damages and losses to crops caused by extreme drought conditions and high heat oc­ curring May 1, 2007 and con­ tinuing. Under this declaration, SBA's Economic Injury Disas­ ter Loan (EIDL) program is available to farm-related and nonfarm-related small busi­ ness concerns and small ag­ ricultural cooperatives that suffered economic injury as a direct result of this disaster. Farmers and ranchers are not eligible to apply to SBA but nurseries are eligible to apply for economic injury di­ saster loans for losses caused by drought conditions. Eligible small businesses may qualify for loans up to $1.5 million. These loans are available at a 4 percent inter­ est rate with loan terms up to 30 years. SBA determines eligibility for the program based on the size and type of business and its financial re­ sources. Loan amounts and terms are set by SBA and are based upon each applicant's financial condition. Under this disaster declaration, SBA cannot provide loans to agricultural producers. Interested business own­ ers should contact SBA's Cus­ tomer Service Center by call­ ing 1-800-659-2955 (1-800-877-8339 for the hearing-impaired), Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (except for Sunday, September 2, and Monday, September 3 the hours are 9 a.m. to 5:30) EDT. Business loan applications can also be downloaded from the SBA's website at www. sba.gov/services/disasterassistance. Completed appli­ cations should be mailed to: U.S. Small Business Admin­ istration, Processing and Dis­ bursement Center - 14925 Kingsport Road, Fort Worth, TX 76155. Completed loan applica­ tions must be returned to SBA no later than March 31, 2008. Beware of 'free government grant' scams by Roy Cooper N.C. Attorney General You're reading your local newspaper or surfing the In­ ternet when suddenly you see an advertisement promising tens of thousands of dollars in free government grants. The ad claims that you can use this money for nearly anything - to pay your rent or mortgage, buy a home, or cover taxes, childcare costs or medical bills. Who wouldn't want free money? But re­ member that old adage: if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. More and more of these grant offers have popped up in recent months. In addition to ads, telemarketers may also call to pitch their servic­ es to help you win a govern­ ment grant, or to congratu­ late you for winning a grant you don't recall applying for in the first place. Whether you spot an ad or get a call, here's how these Post file photo Roy Cooper schemes usually work: the company tells you that a ton of money is available through government grants for people just like you, and they can help you learn how to access these grants. They tell you that unlike a loan, these grants never need to be repaid and don't require a credit check. All you have to do to get the money is fill out an application and pay the company a fee. Or they tell you that you've already won a grant, then ask you to hand over money or your bank ac­ count information before you can get the grant. Unfortunately, if you pay the feg you'll likely never see one dime of grant money. My office recently stopped one company operating right here in North Carolina, Grant Writing Plus of Hickory, that charged people as much as $24,000 for help winning grants but left consumers complaining that they didn't receive a thing for their money. The company lured consumers with ads that said,"NEED $50,000? Up to $1,000,000 Guaranteed! Free Grant Money for Almost Any Reason!" While Grant Writing Plus is under court order to stop taking people's money, there are other groups out there still trying to use the promise of a free grant to take your hard-earned money. To avoid scams, follow these tips: • Beware of anyone prom­ ising free or easy money in exchange for an upfront fee. • Don't be fooled by tele­ phone calls or official-looking letters that tell you you've unexpectedly won a govern­ ment grant you didn't apply for, and don't give out per­ sonal information such as So­ cial Security or bank account numbers in order to receive a grant. • Steer clear of grant of­ fers that claim you can use the money for anything you want. Most legitimate gov­ ernment grants given to individuals are for specific purposes, for example, to pay for emergency repairs after a natural disaster, fund re­ search projects, start certain types of small businesses or cover college costs. • Don't fall for outfits that guarantee you a government grant. Legitimate govern­ ment grant programs are competitive, and not everyone who applies gets funding. • Do your homework to make sure a company is le­ gitimate before doing busi­ ness with it. Find out the company's name, its physical address, including the coun­ try where it's based, and a telephone number so you can communicate with the com­ pany about all the important details. • Instead of paying a fee for help finding grants, check directly with federal, state and local government of­ fices to find out about grant opportunities. Information about legitimate government grants and loans is available at www.grants.gov and www. govbenefits.gov . • Always check out a com­ pany with my Consumer Pro­ tection Division at 1-877-5NO-SCAM before you decide to do business with them. Attorney General Roy Cooper and his staff want to help North Carolina consum­ ers make smart choices. We are here to be of service when you need us, but through con­ sumer education efforts like these columns we hope to help consumers avoid prob­ lems from the start. Note to editors: This is one in a series of columns that the Attorney General is dis­ tributing to educate consum­ ers. If you have questions or would like to receive future columns via email instead of U.S. mail, please contact Catherine Nickalson at (919) 716-6409 or cnickalson@ncdoj.gov. Blue Ridge Relay planned The 208 mile Blue Ridge teams who complete it. Since beginning in 2005, Relay, one of the longest relay races in the United States, The Blue Ridge Relay has . will take place in the picture grown from 125 (10 teams of esque Blue Ridge and Black 6-12 runners) runners to over Mountains of Virginia and 600 (49 teams of 6-12 run­ North Carolina, on Friday ners) this year. The organiz­ and Saturday, Sept. 7 and ers of the Blue Ridge Relay are excited about the unique­ 8th, 2007. At almost 5000' elevation, ness of their event and the the Visitor's Center at Gray­ unbelievable growth, but are son Highlands State Park, even more excited this year Grayson County, VA, sets the to be one of almost a dozen stage and is the perfect start running relays in the country to this scenic but challenging who are partnered with the event. The course will primar­ Avon Foundation and their ily follow scenic, country roads Need for Speed Campaign as it winds its way through Against Domestic Violence. As a Need for Speed Fund­ North Carolina's High Coun­ try to the finish in Asheville. raiser, the Blue Ridge Relay The course features some of and its runners have the op­ the region's most spectacular portunity to raise funds and scenery including the balds awareness for children who of Grayson Highlands State are victims or witnesses of do­ Park, the New River, the Blue mestic violence. Runners are Ridge Parkway, Grandfather dedicating their participation Mountain (5964'), and Mount in the Blue Ridge Relay by Mitchell (6684'), the highest raising funds for a domestic peak east of the Mississippi violence organization in the western North Carolina com­ River. Teams of 6-12 runners munity and the finish line of will rotate through 36 legs as they cover the approximate 208-mile distance of the race. Each relay team member will run 3 legs (12 runners) of varying lengths and difficul­ ty and will cover an average total distance of -16.6 miles. The Blue Ridge Relay is truly a unique event and a fantas­ tic accomplishment for the the Blue Ridge Relay will be the site of a grand cookout, where proceeds will go to Helpmate, Inc.- the Asheville, NC based domestic abuse shelter chosen by the Avon Foundation. To find out more about the Avon Foundation "Need for Speed Campaign", please go to http://www.needforspeedrelay.org/series . The 2007 Blue Ridge Re­ lay could not happen with out its wonderful sponsors: Hometrust Bank of Asheville, Grayson Highlands State Park, Mellow Mushroom of Asheville, SweeTea, Stickboy Bread Company, Hometown Realty, Power Bar, Omega Tees, Ashe County Parks and Recreation, Road ID, Ashe County Arts Council and the Appalachian State University Health and Exercise Science Department. And a special thanks to Dan'l Boone Inn for supplying the Blue Ridge Relay with items for the Avon Foundation fundraising cookout at the finish line. The directors of the Blue Ridge Relay, Ken and Kris­ tin Sevensky, along with the host sponsor, Gum Ridge Mill & Flying Pig Furniture, are very proud to present an event that showcases the hos­ pitality of our unique busi­ ness community, the beauty of our region, the warmth of the residents, and provides a challenging and reward­ ing running experience. The Blue Ridge Relay will travel through or near the quaint mountain towns of Jeffer­ son, West Jefferson, Boone, Blowing Rock, Grandfather Mountain, Linville, Newland, Spruce Pine, and Burnsville, on to its finish in Asheville (you can see the entire course map at www.BlueRidgeRelay. com). The Blue Ridge Relay will take place on September 7 and 8th, 2007. Please visit their website, www.BlueRidg­ eRelay.com, to learn more about this exciting event or call 336-877-8888. M? A mill ion mnes away is just down the road. visitnc.com Summer is almost over but were still squeezing great returns out of our CDs. Contact our branch closest to you to take advantage of these refreshing rates! States With Dumbest Drivers YADKIN VALLEY BANK 1. New York 2. New Jersey 3. District of Columbia 4. Massachusetts 5. Rhode Island 6. Pennsylvania 7. Illinois 8. Georgia 9. West Virginia 10. 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V �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2007 PAGE 3 COMMUNITY NEWS New River Cleanup set for Saturday West Jefferson - Volun­ teers plan to take to the New River on Sat­ urday, September 8, beginning at 9:00 a.m., to "Clean Up" the region's signature river. Coor­ dinated by the National Committee for the New River (NCNR), and an an­ nual event, the Clean Up is part of an international wa­ terway and beach cleaning effort. This year, sections of the New River and tributaries in both North Carolina and Virginia will be combed for trash, tires and other items, which damage the River's scenic beauty. Last year, volun­ teers in Ashe, Alleghany, and Watauga counties in North Carolina collected and dis­ posed of 1.82 tons of trash from the river, including 147 tires, and items ranging from a commercial popcorn pop­ per to a kiddie pool. Litter along the New River not only ruins its scenic beauty, but can be harmful to human health and wildlife, as well as damage the local tourist economy. Call NCNR at 336/8464871, see the website: www. ncnr.org, or email Courtney@ ncnr.org to volunteer for this year's clean up. Volunteers will pick up trash, pilot ca­ noes, run shuttle services, and haul trash. NCNR's mission is to pro­ tect and enhance the natural and cultural resources of the New River and its watershed. NCNR operates in the states of North Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia. Over the last 30 years, the organiza­ tion has protected nearly 4,000 acres of land important to the New River's scenic and natural values and has re­ stored over 55 miles of river and stream bank. Celebrating 31 years of protecting the New The Ashe County Festival Latino is back by popular de­ mand! This year the date is Sunday, Sept. 23,1-6 p.m. The purpose of the festival is to highlight and share the tra­ ditions, skills and culture of the Hispanic/Latino commu­ nity. It will be a fun day with the opportunity for vendors to sell products and share in­ formation and skills with the community at large. This year's festival will be held outdoors, on Second Ave­ nue (the back street) in down­ town West Jefferson at the Back Street Park, and plans are to have a variety of food, art, music and dancing. The festival planning committee is inviting everyone in the community to participate and contribute, so please let them know if you would like to be involved. Festival organizers are looking for vendors who want to sell Latin food, Latin art and/or cultural crafts; the Lowe's gives to program MOORESVILLE, N.C. - The Lowe's Charitable and Educational Foundation has awarded a $25,000 grant to Rainbow Center - Children & Family Services (RCCFS) for the establishment of a day treatment program. RCCFS will use the grant to help renovate the former Fleetwood School into the High Country Academy, a day treatment program for chil­ dren who are unable to at­ tend public school because of behavioral problems. A joint partnership between RCCFS and the Greater Fleetwood Preservation Organization, High Country Academy will serve Ashe, Watauga, and Wil­ kes County students. High Country Academy will teach students behaviors and selfimprovement techniques such as anger management, substance abuse prevention, building self-esteem, and among others. "Lowe's is committed to recognizing and supporting efforts that enrich the lives of our neighbors and customers," said Larry D. Stone, chairman of Lowe's Charitable and Edu­ cational Foundation. cost for a food booth, is only $25. Also invited are people to develop displays represent­ ing their native countries in addition to bringing arts and crafts for sale or demonstra­ tion. Most importantly, orga­ nizers are seeking musicians, dancers and artists to per­ form. There will be a deejay and sound system available, and there is still space avail­ able for performers. The 2007 Festival Latino is a collaboration between La­ tinos Unidos de Ashe, North Carolina Cooperative Exten­ sion, Ashe County. Center, and the Ashe County Oddfel­ lows. The event is free to the public. In order to cover costs, festival organizers depend on sponsors and individual do­ nations to bring this festival together and businesses in the community are asked to help sponsor the festival. All donations are greatly needed and appreciated. Please contact Nancy Kautz at (336) 846-0781 to register for a booth, make Photo courtesy of the National Committee for the New Riverost file photo a donation, or answer any Thirty-one years after the first, great victory, the National Committee still works to protect questions. the New River. 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If purchased within a SelectSurf bundle, a one-year service agreement is required and an early termination fee would apply. 846.1350 • 877.1350 www.skyline.org • .www.skybest.com �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers PAG without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 TUESDAY, .SEPTEMBER 4, 200- Editorial Lansing on the rebound We think there are few tion into a winery. Finding towns in northwestern a successful use for this North Carolina with more historic structure has been potential than Lansing. a missing key to revitaliz­ Located at the junction ing the town. After several of the two main roads serv­ false starts in the past, we ing the northern end of the hope the new owners are county—as well as sections ready for success in their of Virginia—Lansing sees a venture. lot of traffic pass through in When the railroad left any given day. That offers the county, Lansing was hit possibilities which are hard. It was, first and fore­ being brought to fruition by most, a railroad community. smart business people and Recovery, frankly, was slow. town leaders. But recovery now appears In recent months, we to be ongoing, with a bright have seen extensive work future beginning to emerge on the town parks and for this community. trails—with more coming We have begun to see in the future. New busi­ some growth in the com­ nesses have opened. In the mercial/service area, and past few weeks, a beauti­ that is welcome. Business ful new sidewalk system people have a lot of poten­ has been installed, improv­ tial customers who, with ing the downtown business rising gas prices, may not area. want to make the trek The town is now home to "to town" for that' needed two successful festivals. The loaf of bread or gift card. county—and beyond—has The present owners of the already enjoyed the second town's grocery and hard­ Ola Belle Reed Festival. ware stores can certainly This coming weekend, the testify to that. But there is Greater LA Festival (that's room for retail businesses Lansing Area, not Los as well, which could expand Angeles) will return, and the base rather than com­ that is a perennial favorite pete with existing stores. among local residents and With the winery, good visitors alike. This year, places to eat and perhaps this growing festival will some additional shops, we host a North Carolina leg­ can see the day when local residents and visitors alike end, Arthur Smith. Across the street from make stopping at Lansing a priority. It is a good thing to the festival site, the old Lansing School is gradually see this fine community on undergoing a transforma­ the rebound. APPftCVAL RATING LIMBO wow LOW CAN XOUGO? Jefferson Member: N.C. 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Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. Mountain 'Lighthouses' Walking alongside the col­ lege campus on North Main Street in Davidson, following a little ridge line that marks the border between the Ca­ tawba and the Yadkin-Pee Dee river basins, my mother would mark the clearest days by stopping at a high point near the college entrance. She would then point west with one hand, put the other above her eyes as if saluting, and say, "There it is. Look way out there. You can see it. It's Grandfather." Our mountains, beauti­ ful as their rolling, forest­ ed peaks are, provide few landmarks as dramatic as Grandfather. Even Mount Mitchell is masked by other nearby high peaks in the Black Mountain range. However, a few other North Carolina mountains or outcroppings stand out from their surroundings in ways that leave their viewers in awe. Stone Mountain (near North Wilkesboro), Pilot Mountain (near Winston Sa­ lem), Crowders Mountain (near Gastonia), and Chim­ ney Rock (near Asheville), along with Grandfather, are among my favorites. Like the lighthouses that are sym­ bols of our coast, these out­ croppings are my mountain icons. If you have not seen them, put them on your "life's list" of things you really must do soon. Like our lighthouses, each of these mountain icons has its special story. "Exploring the Geology of the Carolinas: A Field Guide to Favorite Places from Chimney Rock to Charleston," by UNC-Chapel Hill professor Kevin G. Stew­ art and Mary-Russell Roberson, persuades its readers that the geological story of the creation of each of these landmarks is almost as com- IT WA? Ofc REOLL AFTER AHCXUER MTIL FINALLY, WE IEARNEP "WAT EVERYTHING WE OWNEP WAG MAPE IN -7 CUINA«. H start with Crowders Mountain. When I practiced law in a big office building in Charlotte, I en­ joyed looking out the window at Crowders. Like its neighbor Kings Mountain, it stands out because it is so much higher than the surrounding lands. I always wondered how those mountains got there. It turns out that it is simply because they are made of very, very hard rock that has resisted the erosion that, over time, has worn down its surround­ ings. Moving west to Chimney Rock, we learn that its begin­ nings were in silt and volcanic lava flow that accumulated on the bottom of an ancient ocean. Later, this ocean bot­ tom was pushed upward as continent-sized landmasses crashed into each other. Sub­ sequently erosion created its unique chimney shape. Heading north we come to Grandfather Mountain. Near the top of Grandfather you can find rocks that look just like the worn down, rounded stones that you can find in a river bottom. In fact, 750 million years ago these rocks had been carried by rivers and deposited in a valley. Later a continental collision unleashed forces that pushed the valley upward and made it into a mountaintop. Following the Blue Ridge Parkway takes us near the solid, uncovered granite face of North Carolina's Stone Mountain, which will remind you of the more famous one near Atlanta. Our Stone Mountain is a relatively young mountain, only about three hundred million years old. Its youth helps explain why its rocky face is so sol­ id. Since Stone Mountain's formation, there have been no more nearby continental collisions, like the ones that disrupted the rocky structure of most other North Carolina mountains. Moving east back toward the Piedmont, we end our tour at Pilot Mountain. It ris­ es so far above its surround­ ings that some people think of talk is wildly prema­ ture and exhibits su­ a perficial under­ standing the of transporJohn Hood ta tionpolicy challenge. Many things have changed since the last big transporta­ tion-policy initiative, enacted in 1989 by a Democratic leg­ islature and former Republi­ can Gov. Jim Martin. Yes, one factor is revenue. Because of increasing fuel efficiency, ve­ hicles generate less money in gas taxes per mile than poli­ cymakers envisioned. Even if North Carolina's transporta­ tion priorities were sensible, the system as a whole would probably need more revenue to fund particular projects. But there are many al­ ternatives to raising general taxes. Leveraging private funds through partnerships and charging users directly for traversing new limited-ac­ cess highway lanes would be far fairer and more efficient solutions,- as would reduc­ ing wasteful spending in the General Fund of the state budget - on such functions as corporate welfare and porkbarrel projects - so that some $200 million a year in High­ way Fund and Highway Trust Fund dollars currently trans­ ferred to the General Fund can be invested in highways. The fundamental problem, however, is not one of inad­ equate revenue but of inde­ fensible expenditure. As the JLF research team has docu­ mented over the years, North Carolina's process for set­ ting priorities and allocating funds in grossly out of whack. Among other things, the state needs to: • Abolish or at least down­ size and restructure the Board of Transportation. Currently a sort of appointed transportation legislature, it needs to become at most an advisory panel. • Elevate the significance of congestion and usage mea­ sures in deciding which new projects to fund. This will in­ evitably shift money from lit­ tle-used rural roads to muchused urban ones. • Stop playing with choochoos and streetcars. Tran­ sit service is an appropriate function for local government, but it needs to be cost-effec­ tive and aimed primarily at those who lack access to au­ tomobiles due to financial or physical limitations. That means bus and van lines, innovatively financed and op­ erated. It doesn't mean rail transit in North Carolina cit­ ies that won't have adequate population densities to sus­ tain it for many decades to come, if ever. • End direct and indirect state subsidies for local air­ ports, seaports, intercity rail service, ferries, and the ri­ diculous Global TransPark. Unlike streets and unlimitedaccess highways, there is no technical reason why these transportation alternatives can't be financed by directly charging users. We should so­ licit bids for the sale of stateowned assets such as the North Carolina Railroad and the ports at Wilmington and Morehead City, using the pro­ ceeds to reduce the amount of future debt issuances. Do I think North Carolina has a $65 billion need for new transportation spending over the coming two decades? No. If you ask government of­ asits i n g p e 11 vi­ sual im­ pression. D.G. Martin s o m e h i g h ­ l i g h t s let's take a quick tour. Let's it was once a volcano. Actu­ ally, like Crowders Mountain, it stands tall because it is made of more erosion-resis­ tant rock than the rocks in the adjoining surfaces that were originally the same height. The hard rock of Pi­ lot Mountain is quartz. This quartz was simply sand, part of a beach that, over hun­ dreds of millions of years, became covered with silt and other deposits. It then sank beneath the earth's surface, where it was subjected to such extreme heat and pres­ sure that the sand solidified into hunks of quartz. Later it was pushed upward by an­ other one of those collisions of landmasses that charac­ terized ancient geological history. Have I told you too much? If I have, do not let it keep you from making your own tour of these icons, these "light­ houses of the mountains." D.G. Martin is the host of UNC-TVs North Carolina Bookwatch, which airs Fri­ days at 9:30 p.m. and Sun­ days at 5 p.m. www.unctv. org / ncbookwatch /. Check his blog and view prior programs at www.unctv.org / ncbook­ watch! . Some transportation issues to study RALEIGH - It seems there will be no special legis­ lative session on transporta­ tion. Gov. Mike Easley, House Speaker Joe Hackney, and Senate leader Marc Basnight met Tuesday and reportedly discussed the alternative of convening a special study commission to examine North Carolina's transportation sys­ tem. Mark me down as strongly in favor of the study option. I lack a financial stake in any Raleigh-area restaurants but retain a significant personal stake in free-flowing traf­ fic around the capitol. Plus, I fear that legislators have a political stake in free-flowing tax money. So I saw nothing but bad news when the pros­ pect of a special session arose. Its main purpose would have been to rush through a new package of tax increases and bonded debts. North Carolina govern­ ments already confiscate a large-enough share of the people's income. Government officials spend it unwisely. Misspending is especially rampant in transportation, where hundreds of millions of tax dollars are squandered annually on low-priority proj­ ects such as little-traveled rural highways, economic-de­ velopment boondoggles, and poorly conceived transit pro­ grams that promise virtually no beneficial effects on mobil­ ity, congestion, or air quality. To prefer a study to a costly special session is not to engage in wishful think­ ing. I know that most of the state's political class believes there's nothing left to study but which taxes and fees to raise to cover a projected $65 billion gap between transpor­ tation revenues and transpor­ tation "needs" over the next 20 years. Sorry, but that kind ficials how much they need, they will tell you how much they think you might give them. But if the real 20-yeargap is just a quarter of that figure, we are still talking about investing more than $800 million more a year. We can get awfully close to that number by redirect­ ing existing revenues to their best use and embracing in­ novation. Once we do that, perhaps lawmakers could then make a case for increas­ ing taxes for transportation. Perhaps. I'd still argue for offsetting the fiscal impact by reducing taxes elsewhere. But we are far, far from that point. Right now, it's time for state leaders to study up on transportation. John Hood is president of the John Locke Foundation. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2007 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT Tomato Day They are beautiful, color­ ful, incredibly delicious, much sought after and highly an­ ticipated. Yes, they are locally grown, freshly picked tomatoes and this is the time of year they are found in abundance at the Ashe County Farmers Market. On Saturday, Sept. 8, the Farmers Market will hold its second annual "Celebrate the Tomato Day." Market vendors as well as members of the pub­ lic are invited to bring their Ashe County grown tomatoes to compete for bragging rights in these categories: Biggest To­ mato, Smallest Tomato, Pret­ tiest Tomato, Ugliest Tomato, Reddest Tomato, Yellowiest Tomato, Orangest Tomato and Best Tasting Tomato. West Jefferson Mayor Dale Baldwin has graciously agreed to join Richard Boylan, Exten­ sion area specialized agent, and Ron Joyner, owner of Big Horse Creek Farm, in judging the entries. Registration for the contests will be held between 9 and 10 a.m. Judging will take place at 11 a.m. with ribbon presentation at 11:30 a.m. For those needing advice on growing tomatoes or help diag­ nosing problems with their to­ mato plants, Boylan will hold a Tomato Clinic at the market from 9 to 10:30 a.m. All are wel­ come to come with questions on growing and caring for toma­ toes as well as samples from their problem tomato plants for diagnostic assistance. All "Celebrate the Tomato Day" activities will take place on the grassy area behind the Farm­ ers Market. For questions about this event, please contact Market Manager Patty Shay at 336977-4735. DMV continued from front page Latino Festival planned The Ashe County Festival Latino is back by popular demand! This year the date is Sunday, Sept. 23, 1-6 p.m. The purpose of the festival is to highlight and share the traditions, skills and cul­ ture of the Hispanic/Latino community. It will be a fun day with the opportunity for vendors to sell products and share information and skills with the community at large. This year's festival will be held outdoors, on Second Avenue (the back street) in downtown West Jefferson at the Back Street Park, and plans are to have a variety of food, art, music and dancing. The festival planning com­ mittee is inviting everyone in the community to par­ ticipate and contribute, so please let them know if you would like to be involved. Festival organizers are looking for vendors who want to sell Latin food, Latin art and/or cultural crafts; the cost for a food booth, is only $25. Also invited are people to develop displays representing their native countries' in addition to bringing arts and crafts for sale or demonstration. Most importantly, organizers are seeking musicians, dancers and artists to perform. There will be a deejay and sound system available, and there is still space available for performers. The 2007 Festival Latino is a collaboration among La­ tinos Unidos de Ashe, North Carolina Cooperative Exten­ sion; Ashe County Center, and the Ashe County Oddfel­ lows. The event is free to the public. In order to cover costs, festival organizers depend on sponsors and individual do­ nations to bring this festival together and businesses in the community are asked to help sponsor the festival. All donations are greatly needed and appreciated. Thanks to the first silver sponsor, Vannoy Construction. This event helps to pro­ vide financial support for op­ eration of the Latino Center in Ashe. The center staff of volunteers provides infor­ mation, interpretation, and translation services not only to the Hispanic/Latino com­ munity but also to the agen­ cies, services and businesses that serve them. Several food vendors are already enlisted and both Mexican and Cuban foods will be available. Openings are available for arts and crafts vendors. The music includes two bands com­ ing from Lexington. One is Guerreros Musical and the other is Los Forasteros de NVO Galiana. They are all from Mexico and play Norteno, Durangense, and Cumbia music. Los Forasteros have been playing for about 10 years. Manuel Lopez and Movil Disco Ducks will be on hand to fill in with music and coordination of activities. Set up is scheduled for Sunday morning beginning at 11 a.m. and volunteers are always welcome. For more information, or for your busi­ ness or agency to participate, call the Healthy Carolinians Office at 846-0781 or the Ashe Latino Center at 9823954. Spanish is spoken at these agencies. Extension offers Lean Management workshop Learn to operate your busi­ ness more efficiently and increase profits in a Lean Management Workshop on Thursday, Sept. 6. The work­ shop will be offered in the con­ ference room of the Ashe Coun­ ty Agricultural Center next to the courthouse in Jefferson from 9 a.m. to noon. There is no fee but registration is required and the workshop is limited to 35 participants. Businesses in Ashe County now have exclusive access to expertise that will help them work leaner and more efficiently, resulting in jobs saved and profits made. The Industrial Extension Service of North Carolina State Uni­ versity offering this workshop operates out of 13 regional of­ fices across the state serving areas that encompass several counties. A new office is being opened in Wilkes County that will also serve Ashe County. IES services are provided on a fee-for basis; however, there is no charge for this workshop. Created in 1955 by the North Carolina State Universi­ ty College of Engineering, IES is the oldest service of its kind in the nation. Since 2000, IES has returned $302 million in direct annual gain to the state, either in jobs saved or profits made, as reported by the clients served. IES provides expertise in lean manufacturing, quality initiatives, and energy savings through education, training and technical assistance. For more information or to register for the workshop, call 219-2650. now it was 28-20. A 64-yard drive by the Mountaineers also ended in a field goal by Julian Rauch, putting them up 31-20. Michigan was not ready to give up in front of the packed house of their fans. With 24 seconds left in the third, Mike Hart of the Wolverines made a 4-yard run in to make the score 31-26. Michigan opted to try for a two-point conver­ sion, but the snapped ball was dropped. The clock was beginning to favor Appalachian. Hart, however, showed why he is a candidate for the Heisman, and, with 4:36 left in the game, ran 54 yards to put his team on top by one point. Then what appeared to be disaster happened. On the first play after the touch­ down, Edwards' pass went bad and was intercepted by the Wolverines. ASU man­ aged to recover after blocking a field goal. There was 1:37 left on the clock. The Mountaineers had played their best. It looked like the Cinderella dream was about to turn into a pump­ kin. But the Apps dug deep, dug into whatever it is that makes a team champions, and they went on the attack. In 1:11, they drove 69 yards, not taking a timeout, but bat­ tling their way by sheer de­ termination through the Wol­ verines. From 24 yards out, Rauch connected for three points, and ASU had the lead again, 34-32. Michigan has what it takes to be a championship team, too. With only 26 sec­ onds on the rlnrk thev modp one last, desperate try for vic­ tory. Chad Henne found Ma­ rio Masssingham deep in App territory, putting the ball on the Mountaineers' 20-yard line. There were six seconds left on the clock as Michigan got ready to kick. The ball—the ball that would have won the game for Michigan—flew off the foot of Gingell, but there was Corey Lynch, who knocked it off its path. And then Lynch grabbed the ball and ran for the other end. He was stopped a few yards out, but by then all that mattered was the clock: it read 0:00, and Appalachian State had won 34-32. ed in celebration as the final seconds ticked away. A group of about 200 people headed to Kidd Brewer Stadium, and proceeded to tear down a goal post. As the numbers grew to over 1,000, these determined fans carried the posts up to the home of Chancellor Ken Peacock. The celebration was still going on when the team arrived home late Saturday night—and may still be con­ tinuing in some quarters. The last play was just ending when the pundits be­ gan to try to quantify what Appalachian State had done. As Lynch tore down the field, one excited announcer called it "the greatest upset in sports history." Who can argue? Upset continued from front page they were there for a fight. Armanti Edwards lands a fabulous 68-yard pass in the hands of Dexter Jackson, and the score was tied. With 3:16 left in the first, however, Michigan scored again, the opening quarter ended with the Wolverines up 14-7. It was in the second quar­ ter that the Mountaineers put what they had learned watch­ ing those films into action. They crashed into Michigan's central defensive hole with a vengeance. The opening drive in the quarter took 11 plays and 4:41 minutes—but it ended with a 9-yarder from Edwards, snagged by Hans Batichon to tie the game. With 9:47 left in the half, ASU took the lead for the first time in the game, as Edwards connected with Dexter Jack­ son and the score was 21-14 Mountaineers. To wrap up this incredible quarter, Edwards himself hit the cracked center of Michi-, gan and took in a third touch­ down from the 6. With 16 seconds left, the Wolverines managed their only score of the quarter, a 22-yard field goal off the foot of Jason Gingell. It must have been an in­ teresting half time in the Michigan locker room, as they had left the field behind by a 28-17 margin. Whatever was said or done, they came back out remembering they are number 5 in the nation. But Appalachian was also ready to keep up the fight. On the first big drive by the Wolverines, they held them to another fiplrl p-nal and Celebration Back home, Boone explod­ Belinda and Melba would like to thank everyone who has given support to the two of us these past 8 months. Without your support we would not be where we are today, BUSY We would also like to invite anyone with a cosmetology licence and possible clientele to come join us at: Belindas Hair 113 North Main St. Jefferson, NC 336-982-2254 336-846-7047 vehicle tag services until a temporary office was set up in Jefferson. This past spring, the county commissioners agreed to locate the tag office at Ashe County Courthouse. This agency may move into the planned law enforcement center once it is constructed next to the courthouse. Opening continued from front page that the new facility has four have property or close ties to times more space allowing for Ashe County. Most small win­ increased production capacity. eries are family owned opera- . This increased production ca­ tions, so as a Subchapter S pacity should help meet sales Corporation, New River Win­ demand from sales outlets. eries is quite unique in that it New River Wineries currently creates many opportunities. has the following wines avail­ McGuire states that share­ able: Hellbender (red), Back holders and the board bring Porch Blueberry, Viognier their diverse areas of exper­ (white), Bohemia Red, Bohe­ tise to the table, which allows mia White, Lansing School the winery to benefit from White, Big Laurel Blush, and multiple backgrounds and ex­ its newest release, Seyval, perience. This diversity and a white wine produced from the passion to produce qual­ a French hybrid grape pro­ ity wines by the shareholders duced in Ashe County, which have contributed significantly is the first commercial wine to the winery's early success. grape vintage in Ashe Coun­ Dr. Dan Strickland, a vintner ty. The grapes for the Seyval with 30 years of experience come from the vineyard of in the wine business, was the Amanda Gentry and Paulette first chairman of the board Lawrence in Nathan's Creek. and is the principle winemakWines are currently available er. Dr. Strickland is credited in West Jefferson at Bohemia for the unique quality and Caffi and Ashe County Cheese, special blends of New River and at Jefferson Landing. Wineries' wines. The new facilities, state The mission of New River of the art equipment, and in­ Wineries is to promote agro creased production capacities tourism in Ashe County and should allow New River Win­ to have wines produced from eries to increase its distribu­ locally grown grapes, berries, tion to other area establish­ and other produce. McGuire ments and eventually to select said that as North Carolina vendors across North Caroli­ now ranks 10th nationally in na, said McGuire. He said he grape production and wine is also very excited about the production with more than plans to open a gift shop and 65 wineries in the state, it tasting room in the first floor is quickly becoming nation­ of the old Lansing School in ally recognized for producing 2008. McGuire thanked the quality wines. New River board and officers for their vi­ Wineries fully intends to en­ sion, commitment, and dedi­ hance North Carolina's repu­ cation to ensuring the future tation for quality wines and success of the winery. Dar- focus on production of fine lene Massey, vice president, wines. According to the North officially thanked McGuire Carolina Wine Organization, for his tireless dedication in in 2006, grape value at farm overseeing every detail of gate in North Carolina was the renovation. She said that $4.6 million dollars and wine without Haskell McGuire, the value was estimated at $45 ' new facility would have not million dollars. Based on a re­ become a reality. cent economic impact study, New River Wineries, the the economic impact of vine­ first winery to be established yards aqd wineries in North and licensed in Ashe County, Carolina is $800 million dol­ was founded in 2005 as a Sub­ lars with 5,600 jobs created. chapter S Corporation with For more information 28 shareholders and an elect­ about New River Wineries, go ed board of directors. A sec­ online to www.newriverwinond stock offering in the sum­ eries.com or call 846-6500. mer of 2006 added 52 more (Ben F. Massey is market­ shareholders, most of whom ing manager for New River are Ashe County residents or Wineries.) A Smoke on the Mountain Homecoming The Sanders family 4 Reverend Oglethorpe return to Mt Pleasant Baptist just after the Great War n '46. Dennis is cafled to be the church's new pastor. Mervyn 4 Jnne join Dense 4 her husband in starting the baby boom. God's in His heaven 4 all's right with the world. Tuesday, September 11, 2007 7:30 p.m. Ashe Civic Center All Seats Reserved - Tickets are available at the Ashe Arts Adults: $15 Students: $5 Center in West Jefferson or order by phone (336) 846-ARTS VISA This concert is supported with an Arts & Audiences Grant from the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency, and is sponsored by the Ashe County Arts Council. �Tuesday - September 4 Cross Country at Caldwell Invitational (Lenoir Aquatic Center) 4:30 p.m. Wednesday - September 5 JV/Varsity Volleyball at Alleghany 5 p.m. Thursday - September 6 JV/Varsity Volleyball HOME vs Wilkes Central 4:30 p.m. Women's Tennis HOME vs Wilkes Central 4:30 p.m. JV/Varsity Soccer at Avery JV- 5 p.m. Var- 6:30 p.m. Saturday - September 8 Cross Country at ASU Clash of the Classes 11 a.m. This week in Husky sports Huskies blank Grayson County, 21-0 Jeremiah Gilbert, and Ryan Moser. On third and long for Grayson County, they elected to place the ball in the air. With a good pass by Bo Pol­ lard, Grayson County's quar­ terback, Grayson Wells was able to bat the ball down to place the Blue Devils in a punting situation on fourth down. Following the punt by Grayson County, the Huskies offense took the field with the ball on their own 22-yard line. Following five rushes, which tallied up 23 yards, by David Grubb for the Hus­ kies, and a eight-yard recep­ tion by Ethan Graybeal, the Huskies had moved the ball down into Grayson County's territory. With the ball on the Blue Devils' 48-yard line, the Huskies faced a fourth down while being eleven yards shy of the first down. The Hus­ kies were forced to punt the ball and Grayson County re­ sumed possession on their own 28-yard line. The Blue Devils had inten­ tion of placing points on the board during their next pos­ session, and which a long pass reception by Adam Bedsaul, the Blue Devils moved the ball deep into Huskies' terri­ tory with two minutes gone in the second quarter. The Blue Devils elected to run the ball on the following plays and moved the ball down to the Huskies eleven-yard line. On second down, the Blue Devils offensive back was unable to handle the ball and dropped it for a fumble. Jake Brown recovered the fumble for the Huskies and ended the prom­ ising Blue Devils' drive with the Huskies regaining pos­ session on their own thirteenyard line with seven minutes remaining in the first half. On first down, David Grubb received the handoff from Daniel Wain and moved the Huskies' ball down to their 42-yard line with an impressive 29-yard gain. Grubb once again struck for See Huskies, page 7 Post photo by Michael Graybeal David Grubb (#5) escapes a tackle attempt by a Blue Devil and picks up extra yards for the Huskies during their 21-0 shutout of Grayson County on Friday night. by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor With a 1-1 record for the season, the Huskies football team traveled to Grayson County High School Friday night for a non-conference game with the Blue Devils. Despite a hazy atmosphere due to threatening thunder­ storms, the Huskies were able to defeat the Blue Devils with a 21-0 shutout and im­ proved to a 2-1 record for the season. The game opened up with both teams being unable to score in the first quarter, but the Huskies opened up scor­ ing with a touchdown run by David Grubb in the second quarter and added a touch­ down in the remaining third and fourth quarters to defeat Grayson County in the nonconference battle. At the start of the game, the defensive units for each team dominated the game. The Blue Devils had the ball in the first possession of the game and the defensive unit for the Huskies shut the Blue Devils immediately. The Blue Devils were unable to get a first down on their first three plays of the drive and a short lived offensive posses­ sion for the Blue Devils was punted away to the Huskies for their first possession just three minutes into the game. The Huskies offense also struggled and was only able to gain eight yards on three plays to force them into re­ turning possession to Gray­ son County. The Blue Devils were able to move the chains once dur­ ing their new possession, but faced a tough third down and ten yards to go following tackles by Ryan Shepherd, Post photo by Michael (jrayoeai Daniel Wain (#1, far left) prepares to cut outside and follow the blocking by his teammate to move the ball down field for the Huskies. Var soccer drops game, JV 2-0 for season by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor The men's soccer teams at Ashe County High School have entered into steady stride during their season. This past week, the teams encounter three tough opponents and had three good games. With the JV program, the Huskies were able to claim two vic­ tories over tough 4A teams last week beating Watauga 2-1 and then another victory over a 4A opponent with a 31 victory over Alexander. The varsity squad did not fare as well as they dropped a game to Watauga 6-0 and then in a close match with Alexan­ der 2-0. In the last game of the week, the varsity team Post photo by Michael Graybeal lost another close and heated Kelsey Combs battled his way into the backfield and brought the Blue Devils' ball carrier game with the West Wilkes down for a loss on Friday night. Blackhawks with a final score of 1-0. The game against West was a heated game on both sides. With Ashe beating West earlier in the season, the Blackhawks were looking for revenge. The Blackhawks were able to take advan­ The highest score was shot by a cub: 1. Ronnie Poe & Jeff Wallace 215 tage of a mistake by Ashe's keeper with his positioning Austin "Cub Man" Rupard with a score of 150. 2. Randy Mahaffey & John Howell 215 and chipped a shot over his head from approximately This was the last shoot for the 3. BJ Howell & Shane Miller 215 forty yards out with just four year for the New River Archery minutes remaining in the Club. They would like to thank 4. Robbie Osborne & Casey Lewis 215 first half to take the lead in each one that came out this year to support our club and they 5. Jeff Banks & Alicia Freeman 210 the game. Ashe continued to battle and had many scoring hope to see you next spring. 6. Rex Dixon & Christina Mahaffey 210 opportunities and also tight­ The schedule will be posted this ened up their defense to pre­ spring on www.shootarchery. 7. Justin Weaver & Rodney Lowder 205 vent another goal. com. At halftime, the Huskies 8. Rick Hammett & Barry Liddle 200 regrouped and at the start of 9. Randall Davis & Brian Weaver 200 the second half, immediately started attacking West's de­ 10. Jim Jenkins & Ricky Poe 190 fense. Just five minutes into the half, Rudolfo Reyes made 11. Clarence Roten & Michael Cocheram 190 a run down the center of the 12. Josh Golds & Cody Bleavins 190 field and fired a shot at the goal. The shot rebounded off 13. Allen Freeman & Tom Osborne 180 the post to Zach Holman who then took a shot, which de­ 14. Joey Calloway & Corey Davis 180 flected off of the Blackhawks' 15. Jeremy Eller & Danny Faulk 180 defender to deny the Huskies a goal. After a counter-attack by 16. Martin McVey & James Stillman 180 the Blackhawks, the Hus­ 17. Brian Houck & Keith Barlow 175 kies regained possession and worked the ball back towards 18. Andrew Cox & Scott Stevens 170 the Blackhawks' goal. Af- New River Archery Club Coon Shoot results ter a deflected kick, the ball the center of the box and Zach crossed the end line and the Holman came in fast and Huskies were awarded a cor­ strong for the Huskies to win ner kick. The corner kick was the ball in the air. Holman played into the center where headed the ball towards the Boston Maler was able to goal and with what looked get a head on the cross and like a game-tying header at nearly missed a goal by send­ first, barely sailed over the ing the ball over the net. The goal to return possession to Huskies continued to attack West Wilkes with only sec­ despite their ill luck thus far onds remaining in the game and Ashe still trailed 1-0. Im­ in the game. In the closing minutes of mediately following the goal the game, the Huskies had kick by West, the game was two promising opportunities, concluded with the referee's the first of which was a free final whistle and Ashe was on kick at the edge of the 18-yard the bottom side of a 1-0 loss to box, and the second coming in the Blackhawks. the form of another corner for The Huskies return to ac­ Ashe in the closing minute. tion this Thursday with a trip The free kick was shot over to Avery to face the Vikings. the goal to allow West Wilkes The JV team will look to keep to remain ahead 1-0. their season record unblem­ In the final seconds of the ished and improve to 3-0 with game, Ashe's offense took a their game starting at 5 p.m. shot on goal and the shot de­ The varsity hopes to end a flected off the legs of a Black- tough streak with their game, hawk defender to award Ashe which will follow the JV game a corner kick. The corner for and begin approximately at Ashe was placed perfectly in 6:30 p.m. Post photo by Michael Graybeal Patrick Carazo makes a run for the Huskies during their tough 1-0 loss to the West Wilkes Blackhawks. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2007 PAGE 7 SPORTS Huskies continued from page 6 the Huskies with two carries for a total of 24 yards on the following two plays. The two carries by Grubb gave the Huskies a second down with two yards remaining for the first down. At this point, the Huskies suffered with backto-back punishing penalties for holding, and the Huskies were backed up to their own 47-yard line. Daniel Wain re­ sponded for the Huskies and connected with Ethan Graybeal for an eleven-yard gain, and then followed up with a thirteen-yard completion again to Graybeal for a Hus­ kies' first down with the ball on the Blue Devils' 29-yard line. A run by Aaron Scott moved the ball down to the Blue Devils' sixteen-yard line and David Grubb scored the first points of the game with a sixteen-yard touchdown run with 3:24 remaining in the first half. Following the block by one of the Huskies, which backed their initial position back to the 32-yard line. With the first play from the line of scrimmage following the interception, the Huskies attacked the Blue Devils with their passing game and Dan­ iel Wain connected with Tatum Lemly for a twelve-yard gain and a first down. Follow­ ing a short one-yard run on second down and an incom­ plete pass on third down, to bring up a long fourth down. Following a failed field-goal attempt, the Blue Devils gained possession on their own twenty-yard line. The Blue Devils were able to move the ball down field and had a first down on the Huskies' 43-yard line. On first down, they moved the ball three yards closer to the end zone with a run, and then attempted to go long with a pass. Kelsey Combs was able With the ball on the thirteenyard line, the Huskies faced a third and thirteen. Despite having a missed field goal al­ ready in the game, Coach Bill Strong showed confidence in his special teams and opted to attempt the field goal, which is a rare sight for Ashe Coun­ ty football. The last field goal made for the Huskies was made during the 2006 season at Surry Central by Richie Absher, during his freshman season, to tie the game at 10-10 in a game that deter­ mined the Conference Cham­ pions. However, Absher's kick was narrowly wide of the uprights, but had plenty of distance to cover the 30-yard attempt and Grayson County took possession on their own twenty-yard line with only two minutes remaining in the game. Grayson County was able to move the ball down to the Huskies 43-yard line with general assembly recognizing him for his excellent career at Grayson County High School and all of his time and dedi­ cation to the communities in Virginia while teaching and coaching. Fifth District Deli­ cate Bill Carrico gave the rec­ ognition and Coach Strong was recognized along side of former players from Grayson County High School. only seconds remaining in the game and a last second heave towards the end zone sealed the game for the Hus­ kies when Ethan Graybeal intercepted the pass to deny the Blue Devils' touchdown and the Huskies defeated Grayson County 21-0 on Bill Strong Field. Following the game, Coach Bill Strong excitedly com­ mented regarding the Hus­ kies' defense: "Our defense made some big plays in the ball game, and our defense played well. Grayson County is a good team that moved the ball and we made stops in critical situations. Our of­ fensive line also did a good job blocking for our running game." Once the teams had cleared the field, Coach Bill Strong, who is a former coach at Grayson County High School was honored with a resolution agreed to by the The victory for the Huskies improves their record to 2-1 on the season and the Hus­ kies have an open week this week, as they will be getting prepared for Watauga High School. The JV team will host the JV Pioneers on Thursday, September 13, and then the varsity teams will face off on Friday, September 14 at Watauga High School. *Hardee's of Jefferson ATHLETE m H a of the WEEK presents the Our Athlete of the Week, Larken Mikeal is the only senior member and captain of the varsity volleyball squad. Mikeal had an impressive performance at North Surry which was highlighted by her serving. Mikeal went 27-27 while serving * ||p* 1' is. for Ashe with critical serves in game 3 to help Ashe win. Larken Mikeal Congratulations Larken Mikeal!!! Hardee's Stop by each week and check out our latest Athlete of the Week! Mountain Village Shopping Center • 246-5504 • Ask about delivery • 246-5504 2 Post photo by Michael Graybeal Daniel Wain (#1) completes this quick pass toTatum Lemly (#21, far right), which is converted into a first down Friday night. Lemly had the only receiving touchdown on Friday with a 22-yard reception in the fourth quarter for the Huskies final points of the game. made extra-point by Richie Absher, the Huskies led 7-0. The Blue Devils were de­ termined to take advantage of the remaining time in the first half and pieced together a drive that looked prom­ ising for the home crowd. Grayson County was able to move the ball down to the Huskies' twelve-yard line but the clock only had 29 seconds displayed remaining in the first half. On first down from the twelve-yard line, Buster Phillips broke thorough the offensive line for the Blue Devils and brought Grayson County's quarterback down in the backfield for an elevenyard sack and allowed the clock to tick down to 21 sec­ onds remaining in the first half. With time running out, Grayson County went for the end zone, but Grayson Wells made an outstanding defen­ sive play and broke up the pass in the end zone to deny the Blue Devils' touchdown and the teams headed into halftime with the Huskies winning 7-0. At the start of the second half, the Huskies had posses­ sion first and started their drive at their own 22-yard line. The Huskies played short ball with the Blue Dev­ ils during the first portion of the drive but then Daniel Wain connected with Ethan Graybeal for a 15-yard pass reception to move the Hus­ kies down near midfield and also earned them a first down. A five-yard carry by Wain on the following play, and then a seven-yard rush by Aaron Scott moved the ball down to the Blue Devils sixteen-yard line. On first down from the sixteen yard line, Daniel Wain was able to scramble out of the backfield for the Huskies and dodged the Blue Devils' tacklers and maneuvered his way into the end zone for the Huskies second touchdown of the game and led 14-0 (Ab­ sher's extra-point was good) with seven minutes remain­ ing in the third quarter. Following the kickoff by the Huskies, the Blue Devils started their following drive on their own 24-yard line. On first and second down, Gray­ son County was able to gain a total of two yards and went to the air on third down. Ryan Shepherd was able to use his experience for the Huskies and grabbed a tipped pass for the interception for the Huskies and returned the in­ terception for twenty-yards. However, on the interception return, there was an illegal Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuits If oi only m to read the quarterback's eyes and made a perfect play on the ball to intercept it and give the Huskies possession as the third quarter expired with this play. The fourth quarter opened up with the Huskies in pos­ session of the ball and start­ ing their drive at their own twenty-yard line. Following a six-yard carry on first down, Daniel Wain was able to gain 26-yards for the Huskies on a quarterback keeper on second down to give Ashe a first down on the 50-yard line. The Hus­ kies' offense continued their domination over the Blue Devils with a 21-yard recep­ tion by Brandon Rinehart for another Husky first down. On first down, the Huskies threw an incomplete pass, but Tatum Lemly neared gained a first down with a nine-yard carry to bring up third down and one yard remaining for the first down. The Huskies attacked the end zone with the third and short play and Daniel Wain connected with Tatum Lemly for a 22-yard touchdown pass to give the Huskies a 21-0 lead (Absh­ er's extra-point attempt was good) with only nine minutes remaining in the game. The Blue Devils hopes of a comeback were fading into the distance as time contin­ ued to tick off the clock dur­ ing the fourth quarter. When their next drive started with nine minutes remaining in the game, the clock became friends with the Huskies. However, despite having short time remaining in the game, the Blue Devils contin­ ued to attack at the Huskies and were able to move the ball into Huskies territory. With a first down on the Huskies' 46-yard line Grayson County was unable to earn a first down and brought up a third down and three to go. Ashe's defense responded when Jake Brown tackled the Blue Devils' ball carrier at the line of scrimmage and then Gray­ son Wells broke up a pass on fourth down to return posses­ sion to the Huskies with only six minutes remaining in the game. The Huskies continued to have success with their run­ ning game on offense and kept the ball on the ground to avoid any stoppage of time due to incomplete passes. Ashe's use of an experienced and talented offensive line al­ lowed them to move the ball down into the Blue Devils' ter­ ritory and also to eat nearly four minutes off of the clock. Pick the winner of the rgce & win $20! Be sure to watch the Chey Rock & Roll 400 on Saturday, September 8th and play the NASCAR contest with the Jefferson Post. Please check our Friday, September 14th edition for the winner information on this race. Official Jefferson Post I NASCAR Pit stop for Prizes 0r' |Race _ ~ "I Richmond International 9-8-07 Race Winner. Your Name Your Address -Zip, TIE BREAKER: • (PLEASE GUESS THE NUMBER OF CAUTIONS DURING THIS RACE) Mail this form to: Jefferson Post, PO Box 808, | West Jefferson, NC 28694, or bring by our office at 203 S. Second Ave. in West Jefferson 1. 2. Only one (1) entry per person per race. Duplicate entries will void all entries for that person, for that race. You may enter as many separate races as you like throughout the contest. 3. Entry form is published with the contest each race. In order to be eligible you must use the official entry form for that race from the JEFFERSON POST or its facsimile. 4. How to Win - Write down the name of the driver you think will win that week's race on the entry form. If you answer correctly, you win $20. In the event of a tie, the person guessing closest to the number of cautions during the race will win $20. 5. Ali entries must be received in the office of the JEFFERSON POST no later than 5:00pm the Friday before the race that is entered. Entry Form Chevy deck & RoU V00 State Pit: Stop for Prizes Contest: Rules • • • I Due to the change in ownership of the Jefferson Post, we are unable to continue to offer Bonus Points for the Nascar Contest We will continue to award a weekly prize of $20 to the winner of the Nascar Contest. No Purchase Necessary fo Win A Special Thanks To Our Great Sponsors WEST JEFFERSON CHEVROLET AN AMERICAN REVOLUTION West Jefferson, NC • 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy.net EMI P M M D P EilfllMllEl Thrysler« Jeep • Dodge Chrysler • King of the Mountain New 2007 2000 West US Ram 1500 Reg Cab Hwy 421 . jii' SXT4x2 Wilkesboro, NC $13,888 866-380-2458 Parker Tie Company Inc. Building Supply and Hardware 19 South 3rd Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.parkertie.doitbest.com (336) 246-2611 �PAGE 8 TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Lil* Lady Huskies Basketball Fall League September 12 - October 21, 2007 ,r i^YERNAME: For 6th-8th Grade Girls REGISTRATION FORM I GRADE: SCHOOL: I Parent's Name: • PURPOSE: The purpose of the Lil' Lady Huskies Basketball Fall League is to teach the basic fundamentals of the game of basketball, while giving girls another opportunity to practice and play basketball. All participants should improve their basketball skills and overall understanding of the game of basketball. PARTICIPANTS Any girl in the 6th, 7th and 8th grades are eligible to participate. Players must attend Ashe County schools. Home Phone Number: I Work Phone Number: I T—Shirt Size: Small Medium Large X-Large • COST: The cost of the league is $25, which includes instruction and league t-shirt. Players can mail in registration or wait until the first practice date - September 12, 2007 at 5:30PM. | • LOCATION: The league will be held in the gymnasiums on the campus of Ashe County RELEASE FORM High School. • PRACTICES: The practice sessions will be conducted by an Ashe County Lady Huskies I I hereby authorize the staff of "Lil" Lady Huskies Basketball Fall League" to act for basketball staff member and/or team coaches. Practices and games will be held on Wednesday evening, Saturday morning or Sunday afternoon. | me according to their best judgment in any emergency requiring medical attention, and I hereby waive and release "Lil' Lady Huskies Basketball Fall League" • TEAMS/GAMES: Teams will be made up of 8-10 players - forming a many teams as possible. Teams will be made as equal in talent as possible, using grade, size and skill evaluation. Games will be played on Wednesday evening, Saturday morning or Sunday afternoon. We will have 4-5 game days, including a tournament day. I from any and all liability for any injuries or illnesses while at "Lil* Lady Huskies | Basketball Fall League". I have no knowledge of any physical impairment that would be affected by my child's participation in "Lil' Lady Huskies Basketball Fall FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT COACH LAURA FOSTER Phone: 846-2400 x2321 Email: Laura.foster@ashe.k12.nc.us I League". REGISTRATION INFORMATION ' Player Name: Please mail registration and release forms, along with $25 league fee. Checks made out to...ACHS Lil' Lady Huskies Fall League ATTN: Laura Foster PO Box 450 West Jefferson, NC 28694 Mountain Aire ' Parent/Guardian Signature: I Date: L — — — — — — — — — — — — Enter the Mt. Aire Seafood / Jefferson Post 1Football Contest seafood & steaks Each weekly winner will be entered into a drawing to be held at Mountain Aire Seafood for a $50.00 Gift Certificate at the end of the Football Contest in December. Please see our Friday editions for the winner information for the weekly Football Contest. Thanks to everyone for playing the Mountain Aire Seafood / Jefferson Post Football Contest! 2007 football Contest Rules 1 .The games listed by number in each advertisement correspond to the lines in the entry blank. Some advertisements may contain more than one game. Simply write on the correct lines in the entry blank which team you think will win. 2. At the bottom of the entry blank is the Tiebreaker. In the space indicated guess the total combined number of points that will be scored by both teams in that game. 3. A $20 Gift Certificate from Mountain Aire Seafood will be awarded to the entrant predicting the most winners. In the event of ties the Tiebreaker will be employed to decide the winning entrant. In the event the Tiebreaker does not break the tie the prize will be divided equally. 4. In the event games are postponed they will only count in that week's contest if they are played within that week's contest period. The contest period covers games from Friday through the following Thursday. 5. Entries may be mailed to: Jefferson Post at P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or brought to the office at 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson. All mail entries must be postmarked by the post office no later than the Friday preceding the start of the contest period and be received no later than Monday's mail. All entries hand delivered must be at the office of Jefferson Post no later than 5 p.m. on the Friday starting the contest week. 6. Limit of one entry per person, per envelope, per contest date. All entries must be on entry forms clipped from Jefferson PostNo photographically reproduced or hand drawn entries will be accepted. 7. All entries become the property of Jefferson Post. The decision of the judges is final. 8. Winners will be announced as soon after the date of the contest period as judging allows. 9. Employees of Jefferson Post and their families are ineligible. 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Thursday September 6 The Ashe Memorial Hospi­ tal Auxiliary is sponsoring a $5.00 Jewelry Sale on Thurs­ day, September 6th from 7 am to 5 pm and Friday, September 7th from 7 am to 3 pm in the hospital dining room. Cash, checks and credit accepted. 7 p.m.: Childbirth/Newborn Care Classes are beginning. The classes are held at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Call early to register at 846-0734. Friday September 7 6:30 p.m.: Hoedown and Pin­ to Bean Supper sponsored by Ashe Lodge 594, AF&AM, at Mountain Music Jamboree in Glendale Springs. Dinner at 6:30, music at 7, featuring Rock Bottom Bluegrass with Eric Hardin & Friends. Tickets $12 each/$20 per couple in advance, $15/25 at the door. Children 5 and under free. Tickets on sale at Paisley's Auto Sales, United Country Dogwood Realty, Blue Moon Guitars, T&D Satellites, and CommunityOne Bank. 7 p.m.: Service at Rich Hill Methodist Church. Thomas Russell will be the guest speak­ er. Saturday September 8 Wal-Mart and the National Center for Missing & Ex­ ploited Children will host the annual "Baby Days" event in select Wal-Mart stores on September 8. At this event, par­ ents and guardians can receive a complimentary child ID kit with DNA swab and pick up safety tips to help their children build a lifetime of safety and wellbeing. To learn more about the "Baby Days" event, find a local participating store and to con­ firm dates and times, visit the "In Stores Now" section of www. walmart.com. Noon to 5 p.m.: Elk Knob Homecoming to celebrate the Elk Knob State Natural Area. Entertainment by local musi­ cians, games and educational activities for kids and adults, na­ ture talks, hikes and more. Cov­ ered dish picnic from noon to 1 p.m. Bring lawn chairs! Takes place rain or shine. 7 p.m.: Saturday Night Singtfig at Mtn. View Baptist Church. Pastor Denton Hart and the congregation want to invite ev­ eryone to attend! 7 p.m.:The Riverview Players, Elvis impersonator Clinton Triplett and much more in an evening of music and skits at Riverview Community Center. Tickets $6, children $3; pro­ ceeds benefit the center. Sunday September 9 10 a.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church on the Watertank Road in West Jefferson an­ nounces a special service with no Sunday School but The Prin­ cipals from Tenn. will sing and Rev. Shane Golds will preach. A meal will follow the service and everyone is invited. Also at Mt. Olive on Sept. 23-28 at 7:00 Revival with Rev. Tommy Dol­ lar who will bring the message each night with special singing. Rev. Clayborn pastor welcomes you. 10 a.m.: Mount Jefferson Church of the Nazarene is having a Homecoming Ser­ vice. Special Music with Geor­ gia Donour. Message by Pastor, Mark Wiest. Covered-dish din­ ner in the fellowship hall follow­ ing the service. You are invited to join us for this special service. Church is located at 130 Robert St. in West Jefferson just above the West Jefferson Park. Bristol Baptist Church will have their annual Homecom­ ing Service will be held Sep­ tember 9 with special singing by Faith Trio. Pastor, Rev. Billy Joe Blevins and congregation welcome. 10:30 a.m.: Homecoming at Temple Baptist Church. Rev. Micky Brooks will be the guest speaker. There will be special singing. After the worship ser­ vice lunch will be served in the fellowship hall. The pastor, Rev. Glenn Woodie, and the congre­ gation invite everyone to attend. 1 p.m.: The annual Harless reunion will be held on Sunday, Sept. 9 at the Buffalo Baptist Church beginning at 1 p.m. All family and friends are encour­ aged to attend and bring a cov­ ered dish as well as any pictures or memories you want to share. Contact Linda Wyrick, Harless reunion secretary at 384-3790 with any questions. 1 p.m.: Promoting A Safe & Healthy Environment - Dis­ gifted preachers and talented singers. Speakers are as follows: Monday - Pastor Rick Safriet; Tuesday - Evangelist John Wishon; Wednesday - Pastor Davin Johnson; Thursday - Pastor Nathan Jennings; Friday - Rev. Frank Woods. Special singing by the Glendale Springs Mis­ sionary Baptist Church Choir, the Still Blessed Singers, and many more. If you are longing for that days-gone-by visitation of the power and presence of God, please consider this your open invitation to be our honored guest. The camp meeting expe­ rience of old-fashioned worship and spiritual renewal won't soon be forgotten. Make plans now to attend. Calvary Free Will Baptist Church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd., across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. For more information and/or directions, call the church at (336)982-4840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743. Tuesday September 11 7:30 p.m.: Smoke on the Mountain Homecoming at Ashe Civic Center. Sanders Family returns to the Mt. Pleas­ ant Baptist Church for Home­ coming. $15 Adults, $5 students. Call 336-846-ARTS. Thursday September 13 11 a.m.: A seminar showcas­ ing "SBA Loan Options for your Small Business" will take place in Boone. Mike Arriola, and 3 p.m. Lunch will be pro­ vided at noon. Please RSVP by Sept. 8 to Joyce (846-2429) or Janice (877-4827). 2 p.m.: Ashe Memorial Hos­ pital will have a breastfeeding class for expectant mothers. Call for more information and to register at 846-0734. Saturday September 15 2 p.m.: The family of the late Samuel (Sam) and Matilda Ol­ iver Graybeal will have their an­ nual reunion with a covered dish meal at the Riverview Commu­ nity Center in Creston. 7 p.m.: Rev. Eddy Lewis will be the guest speaker at Temple Baptist Church. There will be a special singing from the Moun­ tain View Baptist Church. The pastor, Rev. Glen Woodie, and the congregation invite every­ one to attend. Sunday September 16 10 a.m.: New River Baptist Church will be having Home­ coming Services Septl 6,2007 special singers will be from Land­ mark Church, at 10. Speaker will be Rev Wayne Jones, lunch will follow after services, Pastor Wayne Jones and congregation invites everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: The Second Annual Preaching Event will be held at Friendly Grove Baptist Church September 16-19 at 7:00 pm each night. Guest Speakers 6 Choirs will be: Rev. Johnny Goodman, Beaver Creek Bap­ tist Church Choir,Rev. Art Ea­ ton, Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Choir, Rev. Jeff Nave, Warrensville Baptist Church Choir, Rev. Mack Arnold, Clif­ ton Baptist Church Choir,Rev. Danny Pardo, Cristo El Salvador Choir, Rev. Steve LeaShomb, Midway Baptist Church Choir; Rev. Billy Joe Blevins, Bris­ tol Baptist Church Choir,Rev. Gordon Rawls, Friendly Grove Baptist Church Choir-Everyone Welcome! Senior Area Manager for the U.S. Small Business Administra­ tion based in Asheville, will pro­ vide an overview of the types of financial backing which the SBA provides to small businesses in order to help them start, develop and grow. The seminar will take place on Thursday, September Decoration Day atthe Colvard13, from 11 a.m. until 12:30 Bower Cemetery will be held with a brief remembrance ser­ p.m. at the Watauga JobLink Center, which is located at 207 vice at 2:00. Bristol Baptist Church will Winkler's Creek Road, just off have their annual Homecom­ 221, south of the 105/221 inter­ ing Service will be held Sep­ section in Boone. The event is tember 9 with special singing free of charge, but due to space by Faith Trio. Pastor, Rev. Billy constraints, interested persons Joe Blevins and congregation are requested to contact Azalee Laurel Springs Volunteer Fire Simandle at JobLink at (828) Department will hold their An­ welcome. * Fall Revival will be held at 265-5385 or via email at azalee. nual Meeting September 17 at Friendship Baptist Church simandle@ncmail.net for ad­ the firehouse. A covered dish September 9-12. Dr. Stephen vance signup. dinner will be at 6:30 followed Rummage, a preaching profes­ 0, will be the guest song evan­ by the Meeting at 8:00. sor from Southeastern Semi­ gelist at Ashe Services for Ag­ nary and preaching pastor at ing. The performance is for all Hickory Grove Baptist Church ages. will be our guest speaker. 7-8 p.m.: Ballroom dancing 11 a.m..-Virtual Advocacy Day Verne Phifer, also from Hickory at the Senior Center. Call 246- at ASA Senior Center by confer­ Grove Baptist Church, will be 4347 for more information. ence call. Come and learn what singing Monday evening Sep­ 7:30-9:30 a.m.: Cholesterol the government is doing. For tember 10th, and the Ashe Bap­ Screenings at Mt. Hearts for info, call 246-4347. tist Associational Choir will be September. Extra opportunities singing Tuesday evening Sept. to have your cholesterol checked 11th. Service times are as fol- during Cholesterol Education lows:Sunday Sept. 9th: Eve­ Month. Participants should fast Neva Hart, an AQS certified ning - 6:00 p.m. Monday Sept. 12 hours prior to test, but may appraiser, will be at the 5th 10 - Wednesday Sept. 12: 7:00 drink water. Cost is $15. From annual quilt fair presented by p.m. Please join us for a time of 7:30-9:30 am, and appointments the Ashe County Piecemakers revival in our hearts and livesat are necessary. Call to schedule Quilt Guild on Sept. 21 from the Friendship Baptist Church. at 846-0744. Also at the same 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sept. 22 6 p.m.: Camp Meeting Kick-Off time on Sept. 20 and 27. form 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The fair Night will be held at the Cal­ will be held at Jefferson Station, located at 20 East Ashe Street vary Free Will Baptist Church in downtown West Jefferson, in Glendale Springs. Special NC. Neva Hart will be apprais­ guests, the Piney Ridge Boys of 5-8 p.m.: Gallery Crawl in Mooresville, NC, will be singing. Downtown West Jefferson.Open ing quilts, coverlets and textile Consider this your personal in­ House at Studios and Galleries. art (antique and contempo­ rary) on Friday and Saturday. vitation to attend. The church is Free. Call 336-846-ARTS. For appointments, call Patsy at located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro 336-877-9109. Verbal appraisal Rd., across from the Raccoon (general info and price range): Holler Campground. For more $15 each. Written appraisal information and/or directions, 10 a.m.: The children of Roe (includes photo and documen­ call the church at (336)982- and Blanche Church would tation): $45 each, 10% discount 4840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas like to invite all family members, at (336)982-4743. cousins, relatives and anyone for two or more. p.m.: Mt. Jefferson interested in meeting with us 7 posal of Unused & Outdated Meds. Ashe Memorial Hospital Pharmacist Billy Smith will be the special speaker at the Ashe County Public Library Confer­ ence Room. For more informa­ tion call AMH at 846-7101 and ask for Yvonne Allen. Monday September 17 Tuesday September 18 Friday September 21 entertainment. The Worthless Son-in-Laws will present a pro­ gram of acoustic indie and elec­ tric Southern rock, while Lady Slipper will balance with a touch of bluegrass, old-time and clas­ sical country music. This musi­ cal evening, including refresh­ ments, is offered free of charge to the public by the Ashe County Historical Society. Saturday September 22 10 a.m.-3 p.m.: Albert Hash Fall Festival at Mt. Rogers School. Featuring music by Wayne Henderson and Friends, Elkville String Band, Audrey Hash Ham, Gerald Anderson, and many more. Auction, raffle, prizes, cake walk and much more. Bring the whole family! Friday September 28 A Prayer Retreat is sched­ uled by Ashe Baptist Evan­ gelism Committee for Friday night, Sept. 28 at 7:00PM and Saturday morning at 9:00AM on Sept. 29 at Fletcher Memo­ rial Baptist Church in Jefferson, NC. Presenting will be Dr. Chris Schofield from the Baptist State Conventiion of NC, Dr. Bob Lowman Associational Missionary from Metrolina Association near Charlotte and Mrs.Tara Furman from Cary author of "Intimacy with God,Your Daily Guide to Prayer". This is an excellent line up of speakers.This is open to the public. If you are interested in prayer you are invited. All de­ nominations are welcome not just Ashe Baptist folks. There is no cost. For more information call the Ashe Baptist Office at 246-5631. Saturday September 29 Center at Warrensville Baptist Church and the Fellowship Hall of Warrensville United Methodist Church. Activities for the youth include games, music, devotional time and fellowship. This event is sponsored by theWarrensville Baptist, Warrensville United Methodist, Smethport United Methodist, Clifton United Methodist, and Phoenix Baptist Churches. For more information, please call 3843391. Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday - Friday without appointments. Primary Care: Monday - Friday Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold September services at Holy Trinity in Glendale Springs. Holy Communion is celebrated at 8:30 and 10. Coffee hour immediately follows the 10 a.m. service. For information, call the church office at 982-3076. Roads Country Pharmacy: Ashe Mobile County Prescriptions can now be filled for descendents of Wilburn and Susan Farmer will take place at in Boone at the Hunger & Nella Community Center. The Health Coalition (the old Health Dept. building off Bamboo Center is located at 211 Gra­ Rd.). Medication pick-up days ham School Lane on Big Horse are Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10 Creek. Please drive a covered dish and drink; plates, cups, am - 2 pm. Clients my call in etc. will be provided. For more prescription refills at 828-262information, call Pama H. Tay­ 1628.Your physician can tax new prescriptions to fax # - 828lor (384-4212), Beulah F. Ham 3 p.m.: The Farmer Reunion, i.:Th (846-7430) or Becky Farmer (384-9221). Ongoing Events How do Huskies' Fans celebrate after each Huskies' victory? They come to the Fifth Quarter. What is the 'Fifth Quarter'? It is a safe alternative and safe activity for high school and middle school students and their parents/ friends. The 'Fifth Quarter' is held after each Ashe County High School home football game. The location of the 'Fifth Quarter' is the Youth 262-0154. Eligibility for Free Medical Clinic. Tuesdays. 4:00 - 6:00. Anyone interested in receiving free medical care from the Ashe County Free Medical Clinic must come to eligibility screening. To be eligible you must live or work in Ashe County, be between the ages of 19 - 64, have NO form of medical insurance, and pro­ vide proof of income that meets the clinic's policy. Call 846-4649 for an appointment, or come to the clinic (at the red light in Jef­ ferson) on Tuesdays from 4:00 - 6:00. WIC (Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants Count on us for your financial advice. Friday September 14 Saturday September 15 Monday September 10 to meet at the home place on Idlewild Road, between 10 a.m. Presbyterian Church will host an evening of superb musical The 1st Annual "Preaching By the Parkway" Camp Meeting, Whatever your needs, we will help you find the best way to achieve your financial goals through sound and well balanced advice. 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FOR QUICK Sunflower Sales, Pros, SALE"ADS ERS!! Just in 4 ADVERTISING This sale is made sub­ RESULTS! a national staffing FOR ONLY $ 3.50 ject to all prior liens, MONTHS Winter Will Need to advertise a agency, is looking for PER AD. (UP TO 20 Office Hours Be Upon Us. You Need unpaid taxes, special place for rent? List it individuals to execute WORDS). CALL Monday - Friday To Buy Now So You In the Ashe County assessments, land in our "for rent" in-store demonstrations CLASSIFIED DEPT. 10:00AM on Septem­ transfer taxes, if any, Can Be In Your New Clerk of Court 8 am - 5 pm sections. the West Jefferson in AT 336-846-7164 ber 05, 2007, and will and encumbrances of Home Before Cold and Complaint for Call us at area. Must be able to FOR MORE sell to the highest bid­ record. To the best of Snowy Weather Sets Annulment CLASSIFIED 336-846-7164 engage shoppers to INFORMATION Halaman der for cash the follow­ the knowledge and be­ In. Call For Appoint­ To:Renilda DEADLINES demonstrate products, Ragas Carrow ing described property, lief of the undersigned, 300l-or rent 3 bedroom. 2 ment At 336-973-2335 promote brands and to wit: the current owner(s) of Tuesday's paper Freedom Homes Ask (Defendant) bath double wide, distribute samples and Miscellaneous Take notice that a BEING all of Lot 24 of the property is/are (Friday 9:00 am) remodeled 3 miles For D S Prevette. brochures, Excellent pleading seeking relief the Hidden Mountain Humberto Barrios and BUYING OR Friday's paper from West Jefferson position for those who Check Out the against you has been Subdivision as record­ Beverly Barrios. SELLING? (Wednesday (336)977-3614 ofl want to work mostly filed in the Clerk of ed in Plat Book 5, Pa­ BANK ON THE 336) 982-4541. 9:00 am) weekends part-time. To Jefferson Post for Court in Ashe County. ges 29 and 29A of the JEFFERSON POST apply Call:(800)768You are required to file Ashe County Registry Kenneth D. Cavins CLASSIFIEDS. Little Classifieds... IMPORTANT 4650. ext.18425. the latest deals on a response in the to which reference is Substitute Trustee INFORMATION BIG above entitled action. hereby made for a 1101 Nowell Road, J. Y. MONK For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Mobile Homes by The nature of the relief more specific descrip­ Suite 118 REAL ESTATE RESULTS! Shotgun Reloading In the case of an error being sought is an tion thereof. Raleigh, NC 27607 SCHOOL Press, 20 GA. $75 on our part, credit will Local Dealers Annulment. Said property is com­ (919) 854-1200 Get your license Fast. Call 336-877-0159 pruce Hill Apts Appli be given for the first monly known as 125 E. Our File No.: Boone & Charlotte cations are now incorrect run only. The The Jefferson Post Courses. Free being accepted for 510-Mobile Home You are required to Hidden Mountain Lane, 432.0706181NC/tmr Jefferson Post is has FREE make defense to such Crumpler, NC 28617. Brochure & Schedule. Housing for not responsible for Lots for Sale wooden pallets. pleading no later than Third party purchasers 1-800-849-0932 Senior Citizens incorrect copy submit­ Just come by day of must pay the excise STATE OF NORTH FOR SALE BY OWN- the 14th at Spruce Hills ted by the advertiser and pick them up. pursuant to CAROLINA ER: 1011 THREE TOP September, 2007, and tax, Apartments in or for typographical REGISTERED NURSE CR. W. JEFFERSON upon your failure to do N.C.G.S. 105-228.30, West Jefferson, NC errors which do not ASHE HOSPICE 310-Musical 1000 SQ FT DOUBLE so the party seeking in the amount of One COUNTY OF ASHE 'One bedroom, lessen the value of the BE JM £ ftlcf-11» WIDE ON 1.5 ACRES. service against you will Dollar ($1.00) per each unfurnished energy ad. High Country Health NEVER BEEN LIVED apply to the court for Five Hundred Dollars NOTICE TO CRED­ Grands - Consoles efficient apartments Care - Hospice has an ($500.00) or fractional ITORS IN. 3 BEDROOM, 2 the relief sought. new & rebuilt - We 'Handicapped Charges opening for a PRN part thereof, and the BATH READY TO accessible Rates depend on size Registered Nurse to lease, buy, move, tune, MOVE IN. CALL FOR This is the 14th day of Clerk of Courts fee, Having qualified as Ex­ refinish & rebuild 'Rent based on of ad and number of serve Ashe County. pursuant to N.C.G.S. ecutor of the Estate of DETAILS. (336)973- August, 2007. pianos applicants income runs. Please call 7A-308, in the amount Earlene Houck Shep­ 2335. Acme - Piano Man Section 8 assistance Classified Dept. Edward Murphy Applicants must have a of Forty-five Cents (45) herd, late of 4224 800-745-3950 for information. 530-Lots & Carrow, Plantiff current NC RN License per each One Hundred Cranberry Creek Road, 150 James G. and a minimum of one Dollars ($100.00) or Laurel Springs, NC Acreage 330-Pets Mail orders should be year of nursing experi­ Witherspoon Road fractional part thereof 28644, the under­ 3+-acres in Jefferson, sent with payment to: Jefferson, N.C. 28640 or Five Hundred Dol­ signed does hereby no­ AKC Yorkshire Terrier, available ence. private lots, double lars ($500.00), which­ tify all persons, firms male 8 weeks old. NOTICE OF FORE­ wides, modulars, OK, Classified Advertising ever is greater. A de­ and corporations hav­ Applicant should have (336)877-7025. CLOSURE SALE developmental poten­ The Jefferson Post posit of five percent ing claims against the excellent assessment NORTH CAROLINA, tial, Call Denise Jarvis, PO Box 808 Did you know that if (5%) of the bid, or Sev­ estate of said decedent skills, good time man­ ASHE COUNTY Broker @ 336-877West Jefferson, NC you are giving away en Hundred Fifty Dol­ to exhibit them to the For more information, agement, and the abili­ 9696.www.Moun28694 an animal or item , lars ($750.00), which­ undersigned at the ad­ ty to work independent­ Call 336-246-9163 07 SP 98 tainLivingHomeyou can list it for free TDD# 1-800-735-2962 ly. Must be a team Under and by virtue of ever is greater, will be dress below on or be­ sandLand.com. (We accept personal in the Classifieds. player and self-motivat­ a Power of Sale con­ required at the time of fore the 12th day of check, Visa or Call 846-7164 for ed. Reliable transpor­ 460-Mobile tained in that certain the sale and must be November 2007, or this Do you have a lot Master Card) more information tation required. Mail or Deed of Trust executed tendered in the form of notice will be pleaded or acreage for sale? Homes for Rent fax your resume to: by Humberto Barrios certified funds. Follow­ in bar of their recovery, List it in the Jefferson Telephone: Found in Smethport/ Large 2 BR mobile and Beverly Barrios to ing the expiration of the All persons, firms and Post Classifieds. (336) 846-7164 Buffalo area off of home on Hwy 163 1 Carole Maulden Michael L. Riddle, statutory upset bid peri­ corporations indebted Call 336-846-7164 Fax: High Country Health Calhoun road. Border mile from Leviton River Trustee(s), dated od, all the remaining to the said estate will to place your ad. (336) 846-7165 Collie Mix about 7 Plant. Lease, first & Care System March 03, 2006, and amounts will be imme­ please make immedi­ months old, 25 lbs. last. No pets. Call after ate payment to the un­ recorded in Book 343, diately due and owing. e-mail: 535-Commercial 6pm. 828-964-6830. 400 Shadowline 336-977-9062. Page 2127, Ashe Said property to be of­ dersigned. classified® Drive, Suite 100-B Property PLACE YOUR County Registry, North fered pursuant to this jeffersonpost.com 500-Mobile Notice of Sale is being This is the 14th day of DOGS AND CATS Carolina. Web: Commercial Building in Homes for Sale FOR SALE AD HERE Default having been offered for sale, trans­ August 2007. www.jeffersonpost.com Boone, NC 28607 Lansing for R3nt, 1034 FOR ONLY made in the payment of fer and conveyance AS 1980 Oakwood sq fett. $300 30-Special Fax: (828)264-9154 $3.50 PER AD. the note thereby se­ IS WHERE IS. There Denver C. Thompson,II Mobile Home 561-750-2399 (UP TO 20 WORDS cured by the said Deed are no representations Executor Notices 14x55 Good condition State-licensed, JCAHO PER AD). CALL of Earlene of Trust and the under­ of warranty relating to Estate Partiallyfurnished If you have left and Medicare/Medicaid CLASSIFIED DEPT. signed, having been the title or any physical, Houck Shepherd 9199 For more information pictures with us certified: EEO and ADA AT 336-846-7164 Let our substituted as Trustee environmental, health Grayson Greer Lane call 336-246-9258 PLEASE remember to Ford, NC FOR MORE in said Deed of Trust or safety conditions ex- Sherrill's employer. Classified Ads come in and pick INFORMATION. by an instrument duly ARE YOU LOOKING them up. recorded in the Office Three beautiful go to work FOR A GOOD THANKYOU of the Register of kittens to give away! DEAL? 235-Christmas Jefferson Post for You! Deeds of Ashe County, For more information Check out the ads Trees North Carolina, and the please call 982-5145. in the Classified Call us at PUBLISHER S NOTICE: holder of the note evi­ section. Fraser Fir Christmas All roal cslale advertising 846-7164 dencing said indebted­ In this newspaper is sub­ Trees available in all 350-Wanted to ness having directed ject lo the Fair Housing Act I vCCCCCCCCCCCCC! Opvuyyyyyyuyyy sizes. Call for Pricing Buy Or Swap which makes it Illegal to = 336-877-7167 advertise any preteronces. 28673 Robert A. Brinson Roberson Haworth & Reese, P.L.L.C. 300 North Main Street, Suite 300 Post Office Box 1550 High Point, NC 272611550 NUMBER ONE is nothing to celebrate. cn nr*tr- iTMk ng it Anioiica'o NUMBER ONE rjiit n*w trtwitniwnta ofler ItotM 'k*tn LuiW Canoo* iii U "ig'it .jfjfiim-.t tbif. v:f KS tungasinoerallian Eye strain from computer use in the number one complaint of office workers. Talk to your ©yecare professional about computer eye­ wear to help prevent eye strain. Tho Vinton Council ol America recontmoiuln regular oyo oxnmi lor you and your family to an*u healthy viokon. www.checkyoarly.com argate Health & Rehab 540 Waugh Street Jefferson, N.C. 28640 Limitation or discrimination , based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, financial status or national origin includes children un­ der the ago of 16 living with parents or legal custodians. pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estato which is in violation of the law. Our readors arc here by informed that all dwellings advertised In this newspa­ per nro available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephono number for the hearing impaired is Fraser Fir Christmas I Trees for sale, 6' to 10' 336-384-1436. 260-Garage/Yard Safes YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 Lost pallet jack on 8/20 around 3:00 PM. Fell off truck between Lau­ rel Springs and Jeffer­ son. Fred Wagner 384 Burnt Hill Rd Laurel Springs, 336-982-3517. 100-General Services 336-877-2330 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. Two inch space for the above costs. Classifieds make "Cents" "Cents make Dollars" ^f" CO SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. Everything from RV's to Rentals in The Jefferson Post Classifieds Call us at 846-7164 Looking for a Loan? o o CD CO for a real estate office assistant. Please call Denise @ Mountain Living Homes and Land, 336-877-9696. $ CD "c/5 CO CT5 Weekends *Sign ON BONUS available* Interested persons please call Director of Nurses Phone 336-246-5581 Fax 336-246-5997 Mail Resume To: P.O. Box 745 West Jefferson, NC 28694 or Fax Resume to 336-846-1493 NEW CAR DEALERSHIP OPENING SOON IN BOONE, N.C. Help Wanted Cashier, Deli, & Laundry Service Positions 140-Help Wanted Excellent opportunity, Are you looking for a fun and challenging po­ sition with flexible hours? We are looking Part Time RN or LPN Typical Starling Salary Approximately $28,000. Please call for appointment to apply in person to: 264-9051 Local 888-264-9051 Toll Free Mack Brown Inc. 2705 US Hwy.421 Boone, N.C. 28607 336-372-4247 RN or LPN Full Time 3-11 RN or LPN Full Time 11-7 •All Branch Collections. •Processing Loan Applications. •Balancing Cash Drawer Daily. •Visiting Auto& Retail Dealers of Ashe County. •Collection Experience preferred BUT Not Required. • Sales Dept. • Service • Parts • Detail Dept. Call for free estimate Larry Carmichael Has the following Positions available: Local lending institution is seeking a collection/loan officer. Primary duties include: Positions Available in: PIANO SERVICE We offer Personal, Business, Commercial Property, and Mort­ gage loans, Bad Credit, Bankrupt we can help. Affordable monthly payments, low interest rates and 48 hour ap­ proval time. No up front fees. Please call for more details we have courteous representa­ tives standing by... Call toll free 1 866 803 9785. Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb Copy and payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Blue Ridge Cleaning Service office or residental new construc­ tion clean up. Bonded and insured. Free quotes. (336)838-7377 or (336)262-8719. f or small tracts of timber. ALSO: 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale Tuesday Edition Friday by 9 am Friday Edition Wednesday by 9 am COLLECTIONS/LOAN OFFICER Wants to buy large 1 time $9.50 2 times -—$15.00 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found GRUBB LOGGING Advancement Opportunities & AFLAC Insurance Available CD Aloia Enterprises Call for Interview 336-246-2441 Jefferson's Gateway to Extraordinary Living =L Come See the Difference! NOTICE OF SALE J.ands of Jewel Ashley STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF ASHE V •"•••• jgijlgi IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 05-SP-10 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JEWEL ASHLEY s Under and by virtue of an Order entered by the Clerk of the Superior Court of Ashe County in the above captioned special proceeding, the under­ signed Commissioner will on the 14th day of Sep­ tember, 2007, at two o'clock p.m., at the residence located at 358 Beaver Drive, West Jefferson, North Carolina (see directions below), offer for sale to the highest bidder, for cash, the following described land situate in West Jefferson Township, Ashe County, North Carolina, and more particu­ larly described as follows: BEING LOT NUMBERS 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 of the Lorena S. Miller, Widow, addition in the Beaver Creek Section and for specific description of said lots, referenced is hereby made to a plat prepared by J.F. Yates, Surveyor, and of record in the Ashe County Public Registry in Plat Book 1, at the 113, to which record plat refer­ ence is hereby made for a specific description of said lots. And being the same lots as described in the conveyed by that certain deed from Jackie C. Blackburn and wife, Gail E. Blackburn to •B Jewel Ashley, dated 11 May 1994, and of record in the Ashe County Public Registry in Book 200, at page 1647. There is located on the above-described proper­ ty a ranch-style residence with 984 square feet of heated floor space; two bedrooms, 1 bath­ room, brick veneer, fireplace, full basement, and an attached carport, located at 358 Beaver Drive, West Jefferson, North Carolina. A good faith deposit offive percent (5%) of the hid price will he required at the time and place of sale. At the time of sale, the highest bidder shall immedi­ ately make a cash deposit in the amount of five (5%) percent of the amount of the hid or Seven Hundred Fifty ($750) Dollars, whichever is greater. This the 10 the day of August, 2007. John Benjamin "Jak" Reeves, Commissioner Directions: From US 221 Business in West Jef­ ferson, take Beaver Creek School Road to Buck Mountain Road. Turn Right on to Beaver Creek Drive. The property is located at 358 Beaver Drive, West Jefferson, NC 28694. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2007 PAGE 11 COMMUNITY NEWS eadership Ashe Class of 2007 now underway le 2007 Leadership Ashe 3 of 2007 is underway! ith 18 participants from \ areas of the county, the promises to be among inest in the program's Headership Ashe is a rewarding experience," Beth Dixon, Executive tor of the Ashe Counhamber of Commerce, is an innovative leadp development prodesigned to meet our |y's need for the active cipation of informed Iducated leaders." goal of the concept its curriculum is to jfy potential leaders )rovide them with the iunity information 'encouragement needed )ur local action and inement. raduates are dial­ ed to apply their talents throughout the community by becoming a part of com­ munity organizations, in­ cluding public boards, non­ profit groups, civic clubs and the Chamber. Its mission is simple: the continued im­ provement of our commu­ nity. "The profile of our towns and county is changing rap­ idly and today's leaders need to have access to more time­ ly information. Visits with community and government leaders offer opportunities to interact with those affect­ ing change," Dixon said. Participants and their employers are asked to make a major time commitment to nine sessions, that be­ gan with a day-long retreat session on August 15 and closing with a graduation session and ceremony De­ cember 12. A series of seven half-day sessions will pro- m Sherry Thompson (standing, right), counselor associate at the Ashe Campus of Wilkes Community College, was recently a featured speaker for the Leadership Ashe class. nar LAW A' CARE BsrLAWX SERVICES Northwest H&J Lawn Care, Inc. CALHOUN CLEARING & GRADING • Foundations • Drainage/Erosion Control • Land Clearing • Road Construction • Water Gardens & Landscaping vide information about lo­ cal businesses and includes tours of area businesses, or­ ganizations and facilities. The sessions are planned by experts and leaders in the topic area and will offer information and thoughtful analysis. Sessions are de­ signed to stimulate interest and awareness and will in­ clude an opportunity to in­ teract with the speakers and discussion leaders. This year's class has also been charged with a com­ munity project which will center on the proposed ex­ pansion of the Ashe County Public Library. Topics will include: Cul­ tural Leadership, Busi­ ness Leadership, Workforce Leadership, Environmental Leadership, Governmental Leadership, Regional Lead­ ership, and Human/Health Services Leadership. providing a full line of lawn care services for full and part lime residents of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates arc still quite reasonable. Services i Lot Maintenance ^ Minor Landscaping Lawn * Serving Ashe & Alleghany Counties FREE ESTIMATES FREE ESTIMATES Senior Citizens Discounts Serving Wilkes and 9464 Hwy 16 N • Grassy Creek, NC 28631 "Since 1989" Thomas Reed - Owner 336-246-3434 ,445 Wade Vannoy Dr. * West Jefferson, NC/ 336-982-4651 V 336-385-8563 Surrounding Counties ASHE COUNTY ROOFING 2S Years Experience • Licensed in North Carolinu & VA Install roofing of all kinds Roof Painting insured & ALL Work (.ijaniiiteed North Wilkesboro 336-670-3554 FREE SERVICE HIP FREE ESTIMATES Allen Miller 336-384-3033 BOB'S TREE SERVICE Serving the High Country "Fully Insured" •Tree Trimming •Tree Removal • Dump Truck • Chipper • Clearing Lots • Cutting Views • FREE ESTIMATES Bob Cox 780 Anderson Hill Rd.» Lansing, NC Cell: 977-2978 Home: 384-4978 &-T8EK' STl'JIP SERVICE) Cox's Stump Grinding^ & Tree Service Hedge Trimming, Landscaping, Bush hogging All Dangerous Trees Free Estimates 336-977-1272 or 336-982-6218 • JOE 'S TV AND SATELLITE SALES & SERVICE zenith^J£-~ [jsrHOME REPAIRS . HI I TV'S & HOME THEATRES nhe County's °fne»oPtor Appleseed Quality Home Repairs at TV; h • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation • Basement Remodeling Seasonal Opening & Closing All types of repairs and maintenance for your home or business. All calls returned. Maintenance Contracts by request. Herb Mckittrick Cell: 336-977-1455 336-384-9192 Industrial • Commercial • Residential ( p a iCH *V3 -rl.w^ K*r.ToJodin ? p-" 12. <EXCAVAT mi Mountain Field £*cavatmg & flailing tv'oTC '<4 red; ?tfxp*-.r'tintip./) m l'*i« 4 & r:rjriji»."iir;tir.>ri irird- is>lry •j-j *-~. t lill Contracting Co. No JOB TOO SMALL! Inrrrb Irvw-r e.• OHO? 336-877-5010 ' Spring Work Where Quality is a Tradition rob Too Small >o Large! VPESOFGRADINI; Ufc ! & Gravel Hauling • Ponds j Clearing • Road Building jc Systems • Basements • Footers LICENSED & INSURED FREE ESTIMATES 'Ponds 'Ditching 'Driveways • 'Gravel, Mulch, Dirt Mibhael Pennington 336-385-2346 Mobile: 336-977-1312 Work Guaranteed / Licensed, Bonded & Insured ftoone Grading Co., Jnc Lot Clearing • Basement/Footers i my i KAPHX Mooting all your Qraphk Doslgn noods. No Job too big ortootm"" 336-982-5145 ftreflycanoe@yahoo.com K' IPf !1 - H B SANITATION SERVICE »-'auqs Sanitation S giv/ ' William & Amy Phillips It's Finally Here! A Private Trash Service for Ashe County! We are now accepting new accounts Garbage Service includes: Weekly or Biweekly Pickup Residential, Light Commercial and Small Business Accepted Contact us at: 828-394-4944 or 828-292-3211 Contact Robert Holman Office: 828-963-4069 Fax: 828-963-8610 828-773-6736 1 J ym\ �PAGE 12 TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NF.WS The Raleigh Report by Rep. Cullie Tarleton by Rep. Cullie Tarleton Special to the Post We were determined in this session to make health care in North Carolina better and keep our people healthy and strong and we took big steps in that effort. We ap­ proved landmark legislation on a range of health issues including the Medicaid swap, mental health parity, and in­ surance reform. As always, thank you for your support and for allowing me to share this information with you. Please feel free to contact me if I can be of as­ sistance. As you read my re­ port, you'll see that we are spending a lot of money to protect the health of children and those who cannot afford health insurance. Money spent on prevention is money invested in our citizens and will save the state money in the long run. Medicaid Medicaid costs - an es­ timated 500 million dollars this fiscal year- are a huge burden for counties to bear. The state will take over the counties' share of Medicaid costs in a three year phase out. This will help ensure the long-term viability of this program and protects our small and rural coun­ ties with a large number of people on Medicaid. We are very proud of this Medicaid swap. Every county will end up with at least 500 thousand dollars more than they would have had otherwise. This is going to free up money in the counties for school construc- Rep. Cullie Tarleton tion and other needs and that means, we hope, lower taxes and a better standard of liv­ ing for you. The fiscal impact of this is better for Ashe than Watauga, but Watauga will as I state above realize a 500 thousand dollar positive im­ pact. I am delighted that the budget includes this Medic­ aid relief plan. What it means for health care is that people who re­ ceive this service can expect the same standard of care they hbve always received. And we believe that shifting the entire cost to the state means that the long-term financial stability of the pro­ gram won't be threatened. This is a major relief for all of us. . , Mental Health Parity This session the General Assembly passed and Gov. Easley signed a law that provides insurance parity to people who receive men­ tal health services. The new law (H 973), which I co-spon­ ance premiums can get free or sored, requires insurance reduced price comprehensive companies to cover bipolar health care for their children disorder, major depressive with NC Health Choice. It of­ disorder, obsessive compul­ fers the same coverage pro­ sive disorder, post-traumatic vided by the state indemnity stress disorder, anorexia ner­ health plan for the families vosa, bulimia, and three oth­ of state employees and teach­ er mental illnesses the same ers, plus vision, hearing and way that they treat and cover dental benefits. The out of physical illnesses. All other pocket costs for the program mental health conditions will cannot exceed five percent of be covered for up to 30 inpa- the family's income. tient/outpatient days and 30 We have also appropriated office visits. Mental health $250,000 for pediatric dia­ parity has been debated in betes prevention and educa­ the legislature for 15 years, tion. so to finally pass it is a real The Smart Start program watershed event. will receive nearly one and High-Risk Insurance Pool a half million dollars. Smart This session the General Start is an early childhood ed­ Assembly also ratified a bill ucation program that makes (H 265), another bill I co-spon­ sure children in all counties sored, that will create a high are healthy and ready for risk insurance pool to help school. Smart Start funds are those who suffer from serious used to improve the quality or terminal illnesses. These of child care, make child care people are often considered more affordable and acces­ uninsurable or are forced to sible, provide access to health pay expensive premiums be­ services and offer family sup­ cause of their illness. This port. pool will make sure they get NC Kids' Care will receive the affordable insurance they $7 million to expand health deserve and ultimately re­ coverage to children between ceive the preventative care 200-300% of the federal pov­ they need to stay healthy. erty level. This expansion of My hope is that this new pro­ health insurance means that gram will provide insurance thousands more children will coverage for many of our high become eligible for affordable health coverage. NC Kids' country citizens. Children's Insurance Care, which begins on July We gave North Carolina's 1, 2008, will make available Health Choice (SCHIP) $59 affordable health insurance million to provide healthcare coverage to 38,000 currently to the 246,000 uninsured chil­ uninsured children Families dren in this state. Families would pay deductibles, cowho make too much money to payments and monthly pre­ qualify for Medicaid but can­ miums subsidized on a slid­ not afford rising health insur­ ing scale based on income. Insurance and Prescriptions Many of us in the Gen­ eral Assembly believe that health insurance should be included with employment. We have given a tax credit to small businesses that provide health insurance to their em­ ployees. This will help lower the employers' cost of provid­ ing health insurance and in­ crease the number of people who have insurance at the same time. This is an issue I campaigned on and I'm very pleased it's in our budget. NC Health Net, a program that coordinates free care for low income uninsured pa­ tients will receive almost $3 million. The Medication Access and Review Program will receive more than $500,000 to get free prescription drugs from pharmaceutical companies for the poor. Health Centers Community health centers and groups are on the front­ line of the battle to keep our people strong. This session's budget includes $5 million for rural health centers, free clinics, and school-based clin­ ics. Local health departments will receive $1 million to help them reduce rates of cancer, diabetes, heart disease, obe­ sity, injury, and infant mor­ tality. We will use nine and a half million dollars to buy and house, 634,458 flu shots for flu season. The State public health laboratory will receive $500,000 to test medications for HPV, food and tick borne diseases, and HIV testing for pregnant women. $2 million will go towards HIV prevention. This funding will go to local health depart­ ments, HBCUs, and commu­ nity organizations to provide HIV counseling, testing, and early medical interventions. In addition, the AIDS Drug Assistance Program and the Health Disparities Initiative will both receive $500,000. We also banned smoking in government owned spaces with H 24, which I co-spon­ sored, and have made all schools tobacco free (S 1086). The Allied Health Program will receive $5.6 million. The program is a course of study emphasized in the communi ty college system to addres: the shortage of allied healtl jobs. Women's Health Women's Health Servicer will receive $200,000 to serv« women who are uninsurei and are not eligible for Med icaid. We have also set asidi $2 million for screening an< diagnostic services for breas and cervical cancer througl the North Carolina Breas and Cervical Caner Con Program. Parents and guardians children in grades 5-12 receive information aboii cervical cancer, cervical dy^ plasia, human papillomavi rus, and the vaccines. Th General Assembly ratified bill S 90 that requires publ: schools to give parents th information at the beginnin of the school year. Is your brain driving in the fog: by Maria Cilley (FlyLady) Special to the Post Hang gliding legend Photo by Jim Morton Although the days of hang gliding are long past at Grandfather Mountain, memories of the hang gliding era remain strong for many who were part of the excitement. On Thursday Australian hang gliding pioneer Bill Moyes and his wife Molly enjoyed a nostalgic stroll across the Mile High Swinging Bridge, and recalled when their son, Steve Moyes, captured three Masters of Hang Gliding championships more than 25 years ago. Bill Moyes was the first person ever to fly a foot-launched hang glider, and he has been a suc­ cessful glider designer and manufacturer since the 1960s. What happens to us is that when we get overwhelmed our brains keep trying to play catch up and in the process, this brain frenzy short circuits our actions. Now don't get me wrong we are working like crazy but we don't seem to be accomplishing much because we are trying to do too much too fast. We can even feel the CHA­ OS start to build. So why don't we stop the avalanche before it comes sliding down on top of us! It is because we think if we just keep juggling we can keep all those balls in the air. We are not perfect and let's face it; we are never going to be. But that is just fine with me. I don't have to be perfect to be loved. My home does not have to be perfect to be lived in. Housework done incor­ rectly still blesses my family. I can do anything for 15 min­ utes! What doesn't matter, just doesn't matter! When you feel the pres­ sure start to mount then that is the time to let off some of the steam so you will not ex­ plode and the avalanche suffo­ cate you! I can hear you now' "HOW DO I DO THAT!" Let me tell you what I do when I start to feel over­ whelmed. I stop dead in my tracks when I first realize that I am beginning to feel antsy and SIT DOWN! Then I take a few deep breaths and get out a piece of paper. Automatically my heart rate slows down and that antsy feeling subsides. The reason it is hard for us to recognize that we are feeling overwhelmed is because we have been liv­ ing on adrenaline most of our lives. We have to practice slow­ ing down when we feel antsy instead of speeding up! Think of it this way. You are going to love this one. When you are driving and you see a problem way up ahead; do you drive faster to get there quicker. No you slow down and become more per and put first tilings first • cautious. Imagine that all of Set your timer for 5 mi a sudden you are driving in utes and take care of yoursj a fog and you can't see where so you can think. you are going. You have to Then use your timer slow down. Now you can't keep you focused. I call it a just stop(crawl in bed) on the minute day! It is kind of highway because there will crisis cleaning for your he be a major pile up (the house I take my list of priorities £ will fall apart). You have to start at the top and spend proceed slowly and cautiously; minutes on that one. It does being aware of everything go­ matter that it is not finish ing on around you. You even then I set my timer again ai turn off the music so you can go to the next item on the lis concentrate more. If you have I do this three times then I s a phone call you ignore it. Your for 15 minutes and collect m mind has to be focused. That thoughts and rest at the sam fog represents what is going time. After timer goes off; on in our heads when we are start again! Are you feeling ove trying to do too much at one whelmed right now? Try this time! We can do this with our It doesn't matter if you ar driving! So let's start practic­ at work or home? Your time ing it with our race though our eliminates the fog in you day. Your day doesn't have to head! Use it! Are you ready to FLY in be one pile up after another! Slow your brain down by Fog-free area? sitting down with a piece of For more help getting ric paper. Put on some calming music of your CHAOS; check out het and examine what is happen­ website and join her free men\ ing to you. Ask yourself these toring group at www.FlyLady\ questions. net or her book, Sink Reflec\ Have I had any food today? tions published by Bantam Have I had any water? and her New York Times BesJ Am I angry? Selling book, Body ClutterI Am I tired? published by Fireside. Copy] Am I dressed to shoes? right 2007 Maria Cilley Usee What are the priorities? by permission in this publico-| Write them down on your pa­ tion. ASHE €®I®IW HUMANE SOCIETY 33S-98X-4297 These animals are available for adoption. Innulc I'if Bull \roim<l 5 months old Nnelm-d male l'ip*l! Hotajr <S Female Cioldoil Mix around aIJ 1 mix uromid 2\vnr.s oltl. Vmnc Mid is house (Milled. Olllv *9.00 III adopt. Male Kassef Mound found in (he months ® Chihuahua around 2 years old. ASHE ANIMAL iX'Ximim Idlexvild area on 8 27. lie xx ill lie at ailali|<> for adoption on 9 01. Ruby is a charming lab /weimaraner mix less then a year old. She was found on hwy. 16 near grassy creek. She is now ready for a loving forever home. Sunny is a Vizsla mix with a fantastic personal­ ity. Her friend has been adopted and she is eager for a forever home. Mickey was deserted at the humane society; which is ofcourse against the law. He is about six months old and looks like a retriever mix. Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located directly in front of the Armory on Old Hwy 16. also have pets available" for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West Jefferson. NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@skybest.com � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 71 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 12 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-09-04 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/57df2551c64619420bfe9bd68ef37613.pdf d5eeb82e1e60d0a3dcbe8bc87c583f37 PDF Text Text ASHE COUIVTY PUBLIC LIBRARY 148 Library Driva • Tennis undefeated in MVAC Friday page 1B September 7, 2007 • ASU football sold out for Saturday 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com page 1B • Mountain Valley standings Volume 82, Issue 72 page 2B SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Commissioners talk planning by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Land use planning is a touchy subject in Ashe so the county commission and plan­ ning board are approaching the topic with a delicate touch and plenty of forethought. They don't want a repeat of the late '90s when an exten­ sive comprehensive land use plan was abandoned in the wake of community uproar. Commissioners and plan­ ning board members have met twice to begin discus­ sions on land use planning for the county. During the first joint meeting, they discussed what is and is not land use planning through a power point presentation. County Manager Dan McMillan pre­ sented statistics on the last five years, noting that 3,142 acres had been placed into new subdivisions in the coun­ ty, and between last October and this past June, 981 acres more were developed. At the second joint meet­ ing this past Monday, County Planner Zach Edwardson provided information on what types of land use plans are used in adjoining areas and counties similar to Ashe. "I think we need to keep it simple, not overly compli­ cated," Edwardson suggested of a plan for Ashe. "None of these plans is perfect. We're never going to find the one that's just right unless we write it." The hour-long discussion by these two groups centered on one particular aspect: get the community involved. Planning board chair Priscilla Cox said there are ru­ mors in the community that the commission is planning to have a referendum on this subject. "How do you envision that?" she asked. Commission vice chair Gary Barber said people might be confusing this issue with the board's discussion on the land transfer tax, which is an issue still under discus­ sion. Barber said this is a good time to bring up the issue of land use planning because residents are seeing the growth in the county and re­ alizing that something is hap­ pening. "We need to present it fac­ tually, so people get a true picture of what land use plan­ ning is," Barber said. "We will see heavy resistance because most people are passionate against it. Few are passion­ ate for it. It's a necessary evil AMH Foundation plans Sept. 15 Gala by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Are you looking for some­ thing fun to do next week­ end? Good food, good music, good company? You have an opportunity to enjoy an eve­ ning of spectacular entertain­ ment while helping a great cause at the 2nd annual Ashe Memorial Hospital Founda­ tion Gala. The Gala will be held at Jefferson Landing on Saturday, Sept. 15; but hurry because space is limited and reservations are required by Sept. 11. The evening will be filled with gourmet dining, music and dancing, live and silent auctions and lots of fun as the AMH Foundation hosts a fundraising event for hospi­ tal improvements. Doors open at 6 p.m. at The Club at Jefferson Land­ ing with hors d'oeuvres un­ til 7:30 p.m. Dinner will be served from 7:30 to 9 p.m. followed by desserts along with an open bar until 11 p.m. and entertainment from UBU Productions. Two silent auctions are planned, closing at 8:45 p.m. and 9:45 p.m., with the live auction begin­ ning at 10 p.m. The chef and staff at Jef­ ferson Landing will serve up a delectable menu of hors d'oeuvres including baconwrapped scallops, duck tostadas, carved rack of lamb, imported cheese, seafood raw bar with peeled jumbo shrimp and fresh Gulf oys­ ters on the half shell. The dinner buffet offers fresh garden salad, carved Cha­ teaubriand with a 1 —bearnaise sauce, salmon popeye with lemon buerre blanc sauce, ocean harvest with bow tie pasta, roasted baby vegetables, and red bliss creamy mashed po­ tato martini bar with top­ pings. Enjoy dessert selec­ tions of exotic fruit flamb6 with mangos, bananas, pine­ apples and cherries over as­ sorted cheesecakes and a gourmet coffee station. Gala attendees will have an opportunity to bid on si­ lent auction items or take part in the live auction con­ ducted by Kenny Greene. Items for auction include a Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: ad vertisi ng@jeffersonpost.com fcirculation@jeffersonpost.cpm classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com that must be done. If we're go­ ing to back down when we get opposition, we might as well quit now because we're going to get opposition. Not every­ body is going to want this." Barber pointed out that the county can lose its character if land use planning contin­ ues to be done piecemeal and day by day without a long range plan and thought for the future. Commission chair Richard Blackburn agreed with those comments, saying the board should choose a direction and go from there, not worrying about whether they get re­ elected or not. "We have to go forward on the issues, and if we're doing the right thing we shouldn't care if we ever get another vote," he said. "We need to bring order out of what is already chaos. My def­ inition of land use planning is it protects you and it protects me and it brings order to ev­ eryone. We're not going to rob a dollar from anyone." Edwardson did note that counties cannot regulate ag­ ricultural districts except for major hog farming. Other dis­ tricts can be created to pro­ tect farmland, but other than hog farms, farmland cannot be regulated. Blackburn suggested the two boards work together to form an independent "blue ribbon committee" to begin discussions on land use plan­ ning for the county. His idea was voted on unanimously by all, with a plan to advertise for members. The commit­ tee would consist of 11 to 15 members chosen from among such groups as farmers, devel­ opers, utility representatives, educators, environmentalists and second home owners as well as the commission and planning board.Several mem­ bers would be considered "at large," not representing any particular group or interest. Also, a local facilitator would be chosen to lead the com­ mittee. The committee's work could take several years, Blackburn said. McMillan and Edwardson were asked to develop an ad­ vertisement for local media seeking interested members for this committee. Blackburn said the committee would be formed only to hear input, discuss the need for land use planning, and create a docu­ ment for the county commis­ sion to consider. Then the committee would be dissolved with no responsibility for im­ plementation or enforcement. Photo by Scott Ballard Post photo by Linda Burchette R.T. and Camille Morgan of the R.T. Morgan Art Gallery and Glass by Camille are donating over $5,000 in original artwork and giclees to the AMH Foundation Gala next weekend. Joe Thore, at right, is Foundation director at AMH and coordinator of the gala. wide variety of themed gift Camille Morgan are donat­ baskets, artwork, golf club ing over $5,000 in original membership and games, and artwork including paintings and sculpture, and giclees for much more. There will be over 35 items the auctions. for each silent auction closing R.T. Morgan said that he and about half a dozen items and Camille want to do their for the live auction. part to support the local hos­ Jefferson Landing own­ pital. ers Ed and Linda Rodgers "As Ashe County grows, we are donating a membership want to make sure we have to Jefferson Landing for the good health care facilities," live auction. High Country said R.T. "We're just happy to help do anything that will aid the people of the city and county. We're so happy to have a good hospital and such good people behind it." All the proceeds for the evening go to­ ward the AMH Foun­ dation campaign to renovate the hos­ pital dining room, FOUNDATION upgrade a camera security system, provide stretchers for Family Medicine is donating the operating room, and pur­ a special iPod basket with chase a non-invasive piece of everything needed for the equipment for anesthesia. latest in iPod entertainment. "It's a fun evening," said Gwynita Yates is donating AMH Chief Operating Of­ four tickets to .an Appala­ ficer and Foundation Chair chian State University foot­ Joe Thore. "The food is great ball game. Martin and Betsy and the music and auctions Woodruff of Shatley Springs are a lot of fun. It is black Jewelry and Gifts are donat­ tie optional and we will have ing a Swarovski Crystal ea­ valet parking. It's just a won­ derful event to benefit the gle figurine. West Jefferson artist Ste­ hospital." Thore said he would like phen Shoemaker is donating an original painting for the to thank the committee live auction, and fellow West members who have worked See Gala, page 5A Jefferson artists R.T. and Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,741 U.S. service people killed (as of 9/5) 27,767 U.S. service people wounded (as of 9/5) After the win: Cameron Ballard and Sam Hudler in The Big House after Appalachian State's historic win over the University of Michigan. The Big Game at The Big House (Editor's note: Scott Bal­ lard, who was once sports editor of this newspaper, was among the fortunate Appala­ chian fans who were present last Saturday as the Moun­ taineers stunned the Michi­ gan Wolverines. He shares his thoughts about this game.) by Scott Ballard Special to the Post Saturday was a day wellspent learning life lessons in the nation's biggest classroom. When it was announced ear­ lier this year that Appala­ chian would travel to open the football season at Michigan I immediately called my friend Dale Hudler, a Michigan na­ tive and lifelong Big Blue fan. "We should make the pilgrim­ age up to Ann Arbor," I said. The opportunity to introduce my oldest son Camden (age 10) to college football at the See Game, page 5A Greater LA Festival comes to Lansing this Saturday by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Don't miss the great mu­ sic, fun and food at the 9th annual Greater L.A. Festi­ val this weekend in Lansing, sponsored by the Lansing Vol­ unteer Fire Department and Lansing American Legion. The event features a couple of music legends, Arthur Smith and Wayne Henderson. The festival opens tonight on the American Legion Ball Field on NC 194 N. with ham­ burgers and hot dogs at 5 p.m. and gospel music from 6 to 9 p.m. Featured will be Heri­ tage, Sacred Ground, and the Peace Haven Church Choir. Events take place all day at 3:30 p.m. and Rock Bottom on Saturday beginning at 9 Bluegrass Band at 4:30 p.m. a.m. Enjoy breakfast with bis­ Lansing native and Char­ cuits, apple dessert and coffee. lotte area resident Tom Gen­ Other food available during try will perform his popular the day includes hamburgers "Ashe County, I Love You" and hot dogs, barbecue chick­ song he wrote for the county's en, and funnel cakes. bicentennial in 1999. Visiting Music begins at 10 a.m. with him is friend and mu­ with Tanya Hudler singing sic legend Arthur "Dueling the National Anthem.She will Banjos" and "Guitar Boogie" join her family with singing Smith, host for many years at 10:10 a.m. followed by the of the "Arthur Smith and The Sturgill Baptist Church Choir Crackeijacks" show on Chan­ at 11 a.m., Tom Gentry and nel 3 in Charlotte, broadcast special guest Arthur Smith around the nation. Smith is at noon, Wayne Henderson not scheduled to perform. "Smith is a music icon," at 1:30 p.m., Forever Settled Bluegrass Gospel at 2:30 p.m., Gentry said, "having written the Grayson Highlands Band See Festival. page 5A Famous hiker to sign books A Tennessee author who has written two books about his exploits on the Appalachian Trail will visit Skyland Books & Gifts this Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. J.R. Tate wi,ll sign copies of Walkin'on the Happy Side of Misery, which describes his first Trail hike, and Walkin' With the Ghost Whisperers, which recounts the lore and legends of the Appalachian Trail. Tate, also known as "Model T" to those who follow his hiking adventures, has hiked the 2,175mile Appalachian Trail four times. He has been featured in numerous newspa­ per articles and television segments, including CBS Evening News with Dan Rather, as well as in Rather's book, The American Dream. Tate, a retired Marine Corps officer, and his wife Judith live near Nashville, Tenn. Hot August at Grandfather Daily record high temperatures at the top of Grandfather Mountain were broken 10 times dur­ ing the month of August. The overall record for the month, 83, set in 1983, still stands. Temperatures on the mountain were 9.72 degrees above average for the month. �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2007 JEFFERSON POST LIFESTYLES Demand for locally grown food high, study finds Maureen Seymour and James Frank Nelson Seymour-Nelson engagement announced Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Sey­ mour of Novi, Michigan, are pleased to announce the en­ gagement of their daughter Maureen to James Frank Nelson. James is the son of B. James Nelson of Fleetwood, N.C., and Gwen Nelson Lyalls of Mountain City, Tenn. James and Maureen are continuing their education this fall at the University of Delaware. A July 2008 wedding in planned in Plymouth, Michigan. Quilt appraiser coming to Jefferson Station 9/21-22 Neva Hart, an AQS Certi­ fied Appraiser, will be at the Fifth Annual Quilt Fair, pre­ sented by the Ashe County Piecemakers Quilt Guild on Sept. 21 to 22. The Quilt Fair takes place between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 21, and 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 22, at Jefferson Station in downtown West Jefferson. Neva Hart will be ap­ praising quilts, coverlets and textile art (antique and con­ temporary) both days. For ap­ pointments, call Patsy at 336877-9109. Verbal appraisals by Written appraisals, which include photo and documentation, are $45 each, with a 10 percent discount for two or more ap­ praisals. Written ap­ praisals are used for insurance, tax de­ ductions, shipping, shows and exhibits and gifting. The Ashe County Piecemakers Quilt Guild urges you to protect your valuable textiles-get professional adVlc,e °n 'nsurance. tleanmg and storage. 1 Hart—which will include » information and general price range-will be $15 each. Sunday Salon Series continues A new report from Appa­ lachian Sustainable Agricul­ ture Project (ASAP) finds that businesses and consumers in Western North Carolina want their food to come from local farms. Twenty separate sur­ veys conducted between 2003 and 2007 measured consumer perceptions of locallygrown food and quanti­ fied market demand for local food by area busi­ nesses. The 320 page report, Growing Local: Expanding the Western North Carolina Food and Farm Economy, documents the research findings and shows that fartns are very impor­ tant to the economy of the region. The WNC farm econ­ omy is in a period of transition. The amount of farmland has been steadily declining, with approximately 12 per­ cent fewer acres of farmland in the region in 2002 compared with 20 years ago. Many mountain counties have lost farms at rates ap­ proaching 20 percent in the last decade. The number of farmers de­ clined from 76,065 in 1970 to 12,212 in 2002. In this context of transi­ tion, many farmers are looking for new markets. This report finds that growing food for local markets may be one of the answers to stabilizing the farm economy. Researchers calculated the retail dollar value of local food that could be grown and sold in the region using consumer and business surveys. Given the current demand, if con­ sumers and businesses could get all that they wanted, retail sales of fresh, seasonal pro­ duce alone could amount to $36.5 million annually. With significant improvements in processing and distribution, retail sales off all foods that could be grown and sold in the region could reach as high as $452 million. looked at the processing and distribution required to make these markets a reality for farmers. "Fresh, seasonal pro­ duce offers the most immedi­ ate opportunity for farmers" according to Charlie Jackson, researcher and Director of ASAP. "That's not to say that farmers should plant all their fields in produce" notes Jack­ son, recognizing the report's conclusion that there is still much work to be done to make the connection between the farmer and the consumer. Consumer surveys not only demonstrate strong demand, they suggest the willingness of consumers to pay more for local food. For the majority of consumers surveyed, local food represents a fresher, tastier option to foods pro­ duced in more distant regions. For those consumers, the pur­ chase of local food is a way to support local farmers and lo­ cal communities, protect the environment, and preserve the rural character of the re­ gion. Eighty-two percent of WNC respondents indicated that they would buy more lo­ cally-produced food if it were labeled as local. Despite strong demand, the report finds that current­ ly only a small fraction of food consumed in the region is food that is produced by the region's farms. To put into perspective, Jack­ son points out that "it is not that hard to imagine what it would take to shift to a more locallybased market for farmers. If WNC's families spent only $11 each week on locally-grown and only for the four months of the growing season, over $36.5 million would stay in the local economy and help sustain our family farms." The study also iden­ tifies points of change for reconciling the gap between current and de­ sired consumption of lo­ cally-grown food. If these changes are implement­ ed, the region's economy could benefit greatly. The points of change include: developing trusted lo­ cal food labels, boosting outreach efforts to target markets, sup­ porting farmers' efforts to satisfy local demand, and aligning tourism and agricul­ ture. For more information and to download the report visit www.asapconnections.org. ABOUT APPALACHIAN SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE PROJECT ASAP is a nonprofit orga­ nization that supports farm­ ers and rural communities of Western North Carolina and the Southern Appalachians. ASAP's vision is a strong local food system as a way to help sustain the local farm econo­ my, preserve the rural charac­ ter of the region, and support human and environmental health. River House's popular Sunday Salon Series continues into the fall season. Music starts at 4 p.m., with hors d'oeuvres passed at 5 p.m. The Four Course Chefs Choice dinner is served at 6 p.m. The cost: $40 per person plus alcohol, tax and gratuity. The featured performers include: Sunday, September 9 Featuring David and Sherry Hoffman on Stand-Up Bass and Stride Piano. They are both accomplished musicians and outstanding potters. Sunday, September 16 Covered Dish... This fine trio performs soft rock, blues and contemporary music. kv SARAS MGA870 Sunday, September 23 Robert Fulton, The River Geezer ... book signing and story­ telling Sunday, September 30 Linda Carroll... singer, song writer and autoharp phenom­ enon Call 982-2109 for information and reservations. Walk for Life coming Oct. 6 The Ashe Pregnancy Care Center is gearing up for its annual Walk for Life, to be held on Saturday, October 6. This year, in order to clarify the purpose of the event, we have changed the name just a bit. It is now called Baby Steps for Ashe - A Walk for Life. The Center has always been able to rely on com­ passionate hearts in Ashe County to support our efforts to assist mothers and their unborn children while also sharing the love of Christ. We welcome individuals and groups who would like to par­ ticipate in this year's walk. If you would like to participate, just contact Roger at the Cen­ ter in order to obtain your pledge forms. He will sup­ ply you with what you need, whether you plan to do the walk "on your own", or plan to make it a team effort. The distance we walk is not that great. We will begin at 10:00 I a.m. at the Center, which is in Jefferson, near the inter­ section of Hwys. 221, 88 and 16, and make our way down to the gazebo / walking trail (Foster-Tyson Park) and re­ turn by about 11:30 a.m. The level of difficulty will be low. We hope you will decide to join us this year and support the Center's efforts to reach out to young women who are in a crisis pregnancy, extend­ ing a helping hand, as well as a ray of hope to them. We will be giving special recognition to the largest team, the team that raises the most money, and the individual who raises the most money. That could be YOU! 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We've Got You CoveredT 800-235-5007 Carolina West Wireless www.carolinawest.com �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2007 PAGE 3A COMMUNITY NEWS AF Financial Group announces 44.1% growth West Jefferson, NC - AF Financial Group (the "Com­ pany") is pleased to report earnings of $1,470,993 for the year ended June 30, 2007, an increase of 44.1% over the 2006 fiscal year. Basic earn­ ings per share of common stock increased from $0.97 in 2006 to $1.40 in 2007. In announcing the results, President and CEO Bob Wash­ burn commented, "In terms of earnings, the Company con­ tinues to be successful. With an increase in net income of $450,170, this is our third year of solid earnings growth in a row. Return on aver­ age equity increased 32.1% from 7.58% at June 30, 2006 to 10.01% at June 30, 2007 and net assets grew 6.94% from $229 million at June 30, 2006 to $245 million at June 30, 2007. We have continued our focus on improving our profitability by controlling expenses, maximizing poten­ tial income and most impor­ tantly, providing exceptional customer service." Headquartered in West Jefferson, AF Financial Group is a federally chartered thrift holding company which in­ cludes subsidiaries AF Bank and AF Insurance Services, Inc. AF Bank is a federally Blue Ridge attorney named Debbie W. Harden, attor­ ney with Womble Carlyle Sandridge & Rice, PLLC, is serv­ ing as general counsel for Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation. Womble Carlyle became outside general coun­ sel for Blue Ridge Electric in June 2007. Harden is an attorney with Womble Carlyle in their Char­ lotte office.She earned her law degree with honors from the University of North Carolina School of Law in 1982 and her undergraduate degree in Eco­ nomics as a Morehead Scholar from UNC in 1979. She is a member of the North Carolina Bar Association, Georgia State Bar, and the American Bar As­ sociation. Harden replaces Houston Groome, who is retiring as general counsel to Blue Ridge Electric after many years of distinguished service but will continue to provide legal as­ sistance to the cooperative and will continue as senior partner in his law firm of Groome, Tuttle, Pike & Blair in Lenoir. Groome served as associate counsel to the Blue Ridge Electric board from 1967 to 1980 and as general counsel since 1985. Harden's duties for the board of Blue Ridge Electric include attending monthly board meetings, advisement on general corporate legal is­ sues, and providing and co­ ordinating legal expertise as needed to assist the board in carrying out their responsibil­ ities for the cooperative. She resides in Charlotte with her husband and three children. Jk HI A full-service business law firm serving clients across the country, Womble Carlyle was founded in 1876. t! " Sie tl s Lots of Nice Accessories, Wreaths, Lamps, Florals chartered stock savings bank that serves Ashe, Watauga, and Alleghany Counties. AF Insurance Services, Inc. is an independent insurance agen­ cy serving Ashe, Watauga, Alleghany, Caldwell, Wilkes and Surry Counties. AF In­ vestments operates as a divi­ sion of AF Bank and provides services through office loca­ tions in West Jefferson and Boone. (AF Investments is a registered branch of LaSalle St. Securities, LLC, 940 N. Industrial Avenue, Elmhurst, IL 60126-1131, a member FINRA and SIPC). This news release contains forward-looking statements. Such statements are subject to certain factors that may cause the Company's results to vary from those expected. 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The Company undertakes no obli­ gation to publicly revise these forward-looking statements to reflect events and circum­ stances that arise after the date hereof. www.pas.appstate.edu Cypress String Quartet: "Inspired by America" Feb. 26 Montana Repertory Theatre: Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" Apr. 10 Philharmonic Wind Quintet of New York Apr. 16 Owner Neil Church and Sales Manager Paul Marino would like to invite everyone that's in the market for a new or used vehicle to come visit the all new West Jefferson Chevrolet. In addition, for the month of September, we will give you on the purchase of a new or used vehicle $500 off, a full tank of gas, and the first oil change on us. Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you... THE M i l V I 100,000 MILE WARRANTY AN AMERICAN Certified USED VEHICLES This Coupon must be presented to Sales Consultant upon arrival one coupon per transaction We Will NOT Be Undersold 1773 Mount Jefferson 336-846-4636 Rood • • West Jefferson, www.wjchevy.net * some restrictions may apply. See dealer for details �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial 34-32! Kirk Herbstreit, we trust, is duly embarassed. Last Saturday, live on ESPN's College Gameday (which he co-hosts), Herbstreit vented about how ridiculous it was to have a team like the Mountaineers of Appalachian State University play the muchvaunted Wolverines of the University of Michigan. He compared such teams as ASU to "cupcakes." Oh, Kirk. His attitude shows why last Saturday's football game was so important—not just for the team, not just for ASU, but for our whole region and the people of rural America in general. For generations, people who don't live in urban areas have tended to be looked upon as not too intelligent or able by those who do call a city home. That attitude was reflected in the national media, stunned by what happened at Ann Arbor in "The Big House." The formula is simplis­ tic: you can tell which team will win by the size of its budget and its stadium. The "Big Boys" rarely deign to associate with the peasants of the hinterlands, who play their hearts out but never appear in the top college football game on televi­ sion. Saturday's game was a reminder that—as one Mountaineer wisely pointed out—all players on all teams are still college students, of similar age and background. PAGE ^ FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2007 Response to letter... To the Editor: This is to respond to Elliot Bigman's letter to the editor that appeared in the issue of Friday, Aug. 31, 2007. When you use, "respect the office and our President whether you like him or not", you miss the entire point of being upset with George Bush. Elliot, you see it is a matter of this man making a fool out of folks like you and me. If you read or watch the news the majority of the peo­ ple in this country are embar­ rassed with this man who has disgraced the office by use of bad judgements. People are dead because he lied and that is the truth, and if it does not upset you, then you will always put your personal Re­ publican beliefs above that of the country that you claim to love. You use all buzz words that the right wing tell you to use: Hollywood, liberal me­ dia, young and feeble, decay of morals and gutter. Think for yourself and stop trying to defend the worstpresident in the history of this country. One more thing, you did not spank anyone. It was also a reminder that there is a lot more to sports than dollars and stadiums. Things you cannot mea­ sure on a spreadsheet—like courage, determination, and a refusal to quit—are ulti­ mately what determines who is ahead at the final whistle. Amid the excitement that followed this amazing game, it was easy to over­ look what the Mountaineers accomplished. They went to their opponents' home field, and played before the largest crowd any of them had ever seen—actually, one of the largest in college football history. In spite of many enthused support­ ers from back home, it was definitely a Michigan crowd. They had listened to all the negative comments about Appalachian even facing Michigan in a game. They Bill Bullock overcame all that, took an Laurel Springs astonishing lead, and then saw the Wolverines come back and take the lead. Most teams would have folded at that, especially after a late fourth quarter interception. Instead, the Mountaineers To the Editor: played all the harder—and I would like to address the letter by Mr. Elliot Bigman won. concerning a previous letter We salute the young men of mine and the fact that the of this remarkable team and statement was made, "Good their coaches. They repre­ job, Susan." Apparently, Mr. sented all of us—as defined Bigman has never picked up above—extremely well. a New York Times or a Wall And Kirk—lose your lousy Street Journal and fails to understand the meaning and attitude. So-called second purpose of the editorial sec­ tier teams are made up of tion of a newspaper. Edito­ real football players, too. rials are based on "opinion." Those opinions sometimes agree with our own. Some­ times they do not. They some­ times make us feel better. They sometimes make us fu­ rious. They are meant to add something to a newspaper by not only reporting events tak­ ing place but also recording ...and more response UML TO TVE VICTORS Letters to the Editor people's feelings about those events. I know some people who never read any part of a newspaper except the edito­ rial section because they con­ sider it the most interesting. If Mr. Bigman happens to think the office of the Presi­ dent deserves more respect, he's certainly entitled to his opinion, and the editorial sec­ tion is there for him to state it. If some of us happen to feel that respect has to be earned and freedom of speech includes being free to call the president names, the editorial section is also there for us. Mr. Bigman confuses libel­ ous statements with opinion and name-calling. As a mat­ ter of fact, some of the biggest newspapers in our country regularly engage in namecalling. In order for some­ thing to be considered libel­ ous, the statement must be false and must damage a per­ son's reputation, as opposed to being merely insulting or offensive. If you speak to a lawyer, he will tell you that name-calling, hyperbole, or, however characterized, can­ not be proven true or false, cannot be the subject of a li­ bel or slander claim. The letter I wrote con­ cerned Mr. Alberto Gonza­ les, our out-going Attorney General. If my letter had stated, "Mr. Alberto Gonzales is an illegal immigrant," that would be considered "libel." It would be a false statement that could be proven to be false and would be harmful to his reputation. But to state, "Mr. Alberto Gonzales is an idiot," is not libel. It's opinion. The same would hold true for George W. Bush or any of his administration. Sometimes editorials are used to try and persuade people politically, but the editorial section is open to all sides, so I fail to see any unfairness there. An editor regular prints his opinions in the editorial section, and of course, those editorials will be influenced by his personal politics. If those politics are troubling to Mr. Bigman, I would suggest switching to a newspaper with a conserva­ tive editor. The fact that we have a steady stream of editori­ als in this country about the President's idiocy is a state­ ment about where we are as a country. Two hundred years from now, people will read back over books and newspa­ pers and get an accurate idea of what was happening in our country this day in 2007. But better than that, they will be able to read the editorials and get an accurate idea not only of what was happening, but also how people were feel­ ing and reacting to what was happening. It's a very good way to read the "conscious­ ness" of a nation. Susan Phillips Thanks To the Editor: The family of Steven Ran­ dall Grubb would like to thank our friends and family for the compassion and love that you gave us following Randall's passing. Your acts of kindness, support, prayers and the kind words spoken of Randall were deeply appreci­ ated, and we sincerely thank you for all that was done for us. We would also like to give a special thank you to Rev. J.D. Walton, Boone Family Fu­ neral Home, and to the hon­ orable group of Ashe County veterans for their respect and tribute of appreciation thowards Randall's service to his country. Their professional­ ism made our loss much eas­ ier to bear. We also wish to thank Of­ ficer Upchurch of the Ashe County Sheriff's Department and officers of the Boone Po­ lice Department for their ex­ pressions of sympathy to the family, and for the profession­ alism they exhibited when informing us of our loss. May God bless each of you. The Family of Steven "Randall" Grubb Terry M. Grubb Foxx Report: The 'No Energy' bill Pos Jefferson Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Production Manager Graphic Artist/Webmaster Sports/General News Reporter Business Manager Receptionist Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Linda Burchette Coy Powers Wendy Cole Michael Graybeal Sandra Osborne Kelly Blevins Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. Folks in the Fifth District and across the U.S. have come to rely on low energy prices. As we entered the 21st centu­ ry gas prices were at historic lows and policies to encour­ age alterative fuel sources were not national priorities. But the world has changed dramatically. Demand for energy surged as the booming global econo­ my sent nations scrambling for more and more energy. Exploding demand ushered in record energy prices. The United States, accustomed to low prices, had not pursued alternatives; prices at the pump climbed to previously unthinkable heights. As prices rose the Repub­ lican Congress began craft­ ing policies to encourage research and development to help increase our energy supply and reduce surges in demand. Now much of this forward thinking progress has been undone in a muchtouted House energy bill that did nothing to move us toward energy independence. The cu­ mulative effect was merely a new batch of regulations and taxes. So it's a bit of a mys­ tery why it's been referred to as an energy bill. A more ac­ curate description would be the "No Energy Bill." This legislation brings us no closer to the goal of energy independence. It looks to un­ certain energy efficiency to solve the energy riddle, while turning a blind eye to our need for more energy. It pushes America further away from ending our reliance on foreign oil sources by placing new burdens and taxes on compa­ nies who want to develop oil and natural gas sources right here in the United States. Re- vealingly, the U.S. Chamber of Comm e r c e opposed bill the because it "fails to produce a singe kilowatt of ener­ gy" and "threatens to reduce (and in some sectors eradicate) en­ ergy production." At a time when America's reliance on foreign oil has serious national security, eco­ nomic and environmental im­ plications, we need more than tired, knee-jerk tax hikes on domestic oil producers. In­ stead we must pursue alter­ native sources of energy and maintain economical sources of natural gas and oil. The time and investments required to implement new technologies are expensive and involve local political and economic considerations. In light of this, it is foolish to curtail our domestic oil and natural gas production abili­ ties. Today's global economy won't wait while we secure our energy supply and de­ velop alterative energy sources. For example, Asia already uses more oil than North America and prom­ ises to gobble up ever larger shares of the global energy market. False trust in energy efficiency alone will not keep gas prices low and electricity affordable amidst global com­ petition. If we adopt policies that restrict our ability to tap domestic supplies and then limit ourselves to alterative sources in the early stages of development, we place our nation at a severe competi­ tive disadvantage. In other words: higher prices and potential energy shortages. Thie "No Energy Bill" oper­ ates on the flawed premise that we don't need new do­ mestic oil supplies. Instead of encouraging secure, safe and environmentally sound sources of oil or natural gas, it assumes alternative fu­ els and energy efficiency can meet our energy needs. This is not yet the case. Such an assumption is blind to an economy that uses 146 billion gallons of gasoline each year. We should think twice about slapping ever more tax­ es on American oil producers and denying them access to our nation's supply of avail­ able energy. And perhaps we should reconsider legisla­ tion that makes it more ex­ pensive to build new nuclear plants and refuses to address a coal-to-liquid pilot program to test the feasibility of such technology as an alternative to imported oil. A realistic energy bill should take a two-pronged approach. It should create breathing room for additional energy supplies and technolo­ gy (whether ethanol, oil, wind or fuel cells) and it should promote energy efficient prac­ tices throughout the economy. Supply and demand, that fun­ damental economic principle, dictates such a double-edged policy. Promoting only en­ ergy efficiency addresses the demand side of the equation, while creating incentives for new fuel addresses only the supply side of the equation. We can and must do both. Bringing new fuels to the marketplace and reducing energy demand is the best way to create a secure and affordable energy future for America. I hope Congress can pass an energy bill this fall that envisions an energy efficient and environmentally responsible future attuned to the growing energy needs of our vibrant economy. Virginia Foxx is a United States Representative from North Carolina's Fifth Con­ gressional District. You may contact her office toll free at 1-866-677-8968 or e-mail her from her website, www.foxx. house.gov. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST FRIPAY/ SEPTEMBER 7, 2007 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Game Festival continued from front page continued from front page home of one of the most sto­ ried programs and stadiums was too good to pass up. Upon arriving on campus, Cam and I had to walk the gauntlet of fraternity row in our ASU regalia. We even posed for pictures as a kind of novelty party favor as the side­ walks flowed with Maize and Blue in various stages of pregame "warm-up" rituals. We took it all in good fun, smiled and went along our way to the Big House. As a former high school teacher and current college instructor I am always open to teachable moments, but the curriculum on September 1st was supposed to be about per­ severing in the face of adver­ sity, about integrity, and toler­ ance, about fighting the good fight. And it certainly was all of those admirable character traits, but, to me, in the end it was about dreams. Dale, who is quick at finding the bottom line of most any situation, stated immediately after the game that the major life les­ son was: Anything is possible. They say football is a physi­ cal game.Yes and no. The game is often decided by something physical, but primarily from a muscle located behind the pectoralis major. It's often all about heart...made manifest as desire. This has broad ap­ plications! Even tucked away in the upper reaches of section 14 with a smattering of other ASU fans, it was evident that the game wasn't to be about moral victories, but about heart. As the Baron of Bon- ham, Texas, ASU head coach toe-to-toe against Michigan in Jerry Moore stated, "We were front of 109,000+ hostile fans, playing to win." Audacity? do you think you will be in­ Foolishness? No. If you are not timidated by 25,000 Georgia playing to win, why compete? Southern fans in Statesboro? Why do your best? Why show Discovery is a factor too. Dis­ covery of what we are capable up? Another important life les­ of achieving. As teachers, we son learned at the Big House: ask our students to take an Respect must be earned. As educational leap of discovery a teacher, traditionally we've and achievement almost every expected that students should day. There's always the chance automatically respect us the they'll skin their knees, but moment they walk in the the upside is worth it. A prime classroom. Perhaps that was example would be 7-time Tour true in a bygone era, but today de France winner Lance Arm­ respect must be earned. How strong. He discovered the lim­ do you earn respect? Simple: its of his body, not by virtue of by modeling it. Michigan did training in the mountainous not show or model respect to terrain around Boone (which Appalachian State until it was he did), but by overcoming an too late. The fans that prob­ out-sized opponent: Cancer. ably set up post-game party That battle enabled him to plans starting about the 3rd reach new heights and allowed quarter were still in their him to tap a level of endurance seats doing their best to rally that no other cyclists had dis­ their team. They were stand­ covered or even knew existed. At the close of a clear and ing with six seconds remain­ ing, cheering like the national sunny Ann Arbor afternoon championship was on the line, my mind returned to Dale's which was actually true. 5th- statement of what is possible. ranked Michigan had national The reality is this: The only championship hopes, but the ones setting limits on us are loss to ASU will be the chink ourselves. The lesson is that in the armor of even a Big Ten we are only limited by the expanse of our dreams. When championship. You might ask, "Why play Camden and I walked by the teams like Michigan in the same fraternity houses on the first place?" There are two way back to the car, the nov­ schools of thought. Most obvi­ elty of our visit had obviously ous is what's called the guar­ worn off. The kegs and cam­ antee. Appalachian made eras were absent. Michigan's $400,000 for playing the game discovery on September 1, (this sounds like a big number, 2007 was that the Mountain­ but Michigan probably made eers were worthy of respect. that much selling bottled wa­ We were alone to cheer: Hail ter at the game). The second is to the victors, Appalachian psychological. If you have gone State! Gala such multi-million selling hits as 'Guitar Boogie,' which was one of the first tunes ever to reach number one on both country and pop music charts. The best-selling instrumental he wrote was 'Dueling Banjos,' from the movie Deliverance. He's penned songs for such art­ ists as his personal friend, the late Johnny Cash, as well as for Ricky Van Shelton, George Beverly Shea and others. The familiar 'Woo Hoo' tune played behind Vonage Telephone TV commercials was also written by Arthur Smith." Wayne Henderson of Rug­ by, Va., is a world-renowned guitar player and luthier, hav­ ing crafted his much sought after instruments for friends and for collectors such as Eric Clapton. Henderson joined other area musicians this past May when England's Queen Elizabeth came to visit Vir­ ginia for the 400"' anniversary of the founding of the James­ town colony. Saturday at the Greater L.A. Festival will be filled with lots of special activities including an apple butter making demonstration, rides on the General Lee, and free door prizes. And vendors will offer a wide variety of items such as crafts, antiques and collectibles, and historical memorabilia. Vendor spaces and camping spots are still available. Admission to the festival is $2 with children under 6 ad­ mitted free. Bring your chairs, blankets and families for a great time. For more infor­ mation, call 384-3456 or 3842907. Now in Digital Sound SHOWTIME! Sun-Thurs 7PM Only Fri & Sat 7 & 9 PM intninlnli 1G1G11 Theatre One Theatre Two Ball§ of Fury Answers igags! Movie schedule for IG1 ElEl GIG eptember 7 - September IG1G1E IG1G1G1G1G11 Weekly SUDOKU Answer continued from front page so hard on this event. They are Donnie and Dana John­ son, Dr. Chan Badger and his wife Jenny, Dr. Kevin Kurtz and his wife Beth, Ed and Linda Rogers and Dean and Wendy Spainhour. Tickets to the Gala are $100 each. Sponsorship op­ portunities are also available. Call Joe Thore at 846-0712 for tickets and information. The AMH Foundation was crehted in 1992 to assist the hospital in meeting the grow­ ing needs of the Ashe County area. Since that time, the and the physical therapy de­ Foundation, through the sup­ partment. port of the community, has "The Ashe Memorial Hos­ raised over $2.5 million for pital Foundation has ac­ the betterment of the hospi­ complished a great deal, but tal, including construction of so much more needs to be the Mountain Hearts Center done," said Thore. "To fur­ for Wellness and Prevention, ther our work, we need help expansion of the emergency/ from people who care about admissions department, cre­ the quality of life in Ashe ation of the Wilma Vannoy County. 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If you do not meet the requirements per cycle, your account will still function as a free checking account earning 0.10% APY, however it will not receive ATM refunds for that time period. Rates as of September 1, 2007. We may change the interest rate and APY at any time after the account is opened. No minimum balance required, however you must deposit a minimum of $100 to open this account. Available to personal accounts only. No monthly service charge. 02007 CommunityONE Bank, N.A., Member FDIC SATURDAY 3:30 PM KIDD BREWER STADIUM "THE ROCK" �PAGE 6A FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2007 JEFFERSON POST RELIGION Giving a Leg Up for therapeutic riding Grassy Creek United Methodist Church will host its 13th Annual "Giving a Leg Up to Therapeutic Rid­ ing" fundraiser Sept. 14 through 16. Friday's events include primitive camping only. Saturday's events include an all-day trail ride, begin­ ning at 9:30 a.m., followed by a cowboy supper of pinto beans and cornbread. Sunday's events include an 11 a.m. worship service by Pastor Martha Kincaid at Grassy Creek United Meth­ odist Church, followed by a barbecue lunch. There will also be an afternoon trail ride and an all-day silent auction, which will close at 5 p.m. Wagons are provided on Sunday for those who do not have horses and want to participate in the afternoon trail ride. The church will also be having a raffle with a chance to win a mare and colt. The horses are being raffled as a pair. The mare is a four-yearold Palmino-colored Paso Fino, and the colt is a threemonth-old Sorrow colored Paso Fino stud colt. Tickets are $5 a piece or three for $10; the drawing will be held at 5 p.m. on Sunday af­ ternoon. All of the proceeds from '9 * M®-5 ..1^® Photo courtesy of Grassy Creek UMC these events are given to therapeutic riding centers. This year we are supporting Appalachian Therapeutic Center located in Burnsville, NC, and Riverwood Thera­ peutic Riding Center Inc. located in Tobaccoville, NC. Both of these centers are part of the North American Riding for the Handicapped Association (NARHA). These centers provide therapy through horseback riding to people with physical, mental and emotional disabilities. Please join us for a week­ end of good family fun and bring your horses and wag­ ons. With your help and do- nations, we can ensure that these centers are able to con­ tinue the valuable services they provide, as well as give hope and encouragement to individuals who have to en­ dure the everyday challeng­ es of physical, mental and emotional disabilities. For more information, please contact the pastor, Martha Kincaid, at 336-8775050, or one of these church members: •Dennis or Cheryl Little, 276-579-3350 •Denise Little, jacqueline_denise_little@yahoo. com •Betty Spencer, 276-5792247. Assembly of God Church 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Baldwin Community Church Bald Mtn. Baptist Church Pastor George Norris Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman 246-2979 Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. J These horses are being raffled as part of the 13th Annual "Give a Leg Up to Therapeutic Riding" fundraiser at Grassy Creek United Methodist Church. Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA 220 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson. NC ,.„o\ Corner of Faw-Roland d- McNeil Sis • Jefferson (88 West - Left on McNeil, One Block) Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Morning Worship -10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. 1460 Bald Mtn. Rd., West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service - 11:00am Sunday Evening Worship - 7:00pm Wednesday Evening - 7:00pm Baldmountainchurch.org Email: Buldmountain@skybest.com Beaver Creek Christian Church Big Flatts Baptist Church Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Pastor, Chris Cox Pastor: Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 1549 Hwy. 194 South • Todd (I mi. off Hwy 221) SUNDA y - Sunday School 10:00A M Worship II: 00A M and 6:OOPM MONDAY - WEDNESDAY- Family Night 7. OOPM (All ages) Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2042 (Missions Ministry. Van Ministry Teen Time) "A Church focused • on faith, family it the future" Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! Jim Dawes, Minister Community Care 6:00PM (Prayer & Outreach) Fleetwood, NC Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Service 6:30p.m. Bethany United Methodist Church Blue Ridge Worship Center Church of Christ at West Jefferson Cornerstone Fellowship 336-877-2801 495 Highway 194 South Pastor Lewis Poag Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 221 Barnett St.. (OffBuck Mtn Road) Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church Hwy 16 S. at Glen dale Springs Doug Frazier, Minuter Sun. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Bible Study 846-5615 Church Office or 846-5616 Preacher's Residence Burnett St. • West Jefferson 846-3954 Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 Non-Denominational Deep Ford Rd., Lansing Casual & Contemporary Saturday Night 7:00p.m. Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 7:00 p.m. Worship at 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00p.m. Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7:00p.m. Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Friendship Baptist Church Healing Springs Baptist Church Jefferson United Methodist Church Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 891 Friendship Baptist Church Rdjefferson, NC Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh 9178 Old liny. 16 • Grumpier, NC Sunday School - 10:00A.M. Sunday Morning Worship Service-11:00A.M. Sunday Evening Worship Service - 7:00P.M. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00P.M. Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience. Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor 9:00 a.m. Early Worship 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages 11:00 a.m. - Formal Worship Service St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church North Beaver Baptist Parish of the Holy Communion "Loves you and wants you (Episcopalian) 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh Main & Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass - 9:00 AM Saturday Evening Mass 5:00PM English & 7:00PM Spanish Weekday Morn. Mass - Cull for times to fellowship with us every Sunday!" Hwy. 163 West Jefferson Pastor Rick Miller Sunday School • 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship • 11:00 a.m Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00p.m. St. Mary's Church West Jefferson Smethport I tide pendant Baptist Church Office Phone: 336-9R2-94 ID• Rev. Limit Jones - Pastor Pastor James T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 Sunday Morning Worship •11:00AM Sunday School -10:00 am Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Worship Sendee - Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. "And He led them asJar as to Bethany... and He Messed them" Luke24:50 ll:00atn & 6:00pm Sunday Morning Worship "Join us in worship to Christ' Sunday Evening Worship 8:30AM and 11 :00AM 6:00PM Family Time - 9:30AM Services en Ispanol Sabados a las - 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study Sunday School - 10:00AM 6:45PM Clascs dc ESL Servicios a las - 7:00PM Nursery provided for all services i Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene "Come lis you are. you will be loved" Sunday School 10:00 a.m Worship & Praise 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p. m. Robert St. off Bare (('hurch) 846-9378 Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church Billy Robinson - Pastor Sunday School • 9:45 AM Worship • 11:00 AM 201 S. Jefferson Ave., West Jefferson 846-7481 CASUAL ENVIRONMENT SERIOUS FAITH Faith Fellowship Elliott Osowitt, Pastor 513 E. Main St., Jefferson Two Services + SS 8:30 -12 Wed. Nite Bible Study: 6:30 pm AWANA Starts Sept 5! 846-3346 Rev. David Grinnell • 982-2080 Sunday School - 9:06 a.m. Sunday Worship Services • 10:00am. Sunday Evening Services - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday EveningService - 7:00p.m. We invite you to join us for a Ovd centered. family worshipping experience. Friendly Grove Baptist Church Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship fL00 a.m. "A Life Worth Living!" Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Rev. Keith Casey 115 East Main St., Jefferson, NC (336) 246-9512 1957 221 N, Jefferson, NC (336) 246-4764 9:45 a.m. Sunday .* Sunday School 11:00 am Sunday • Worship Service 6:30p.m. Sunday • Sunday Niglit Service 6:00 p.m. Monday • TB.A.M. 10:00 a.m. Tuesday • Joy in the Morning 7 00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Meeting We would love to have you come worship with us. Seventh-Day Adventist Church of Warrensville J. Pastor: Kevin Morgan fp > 336-667-6092 8:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. ¥$ Saturday Services: Bible School -10:00 AM Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Phone - 982-3076 Welcome Home Baptist Church US Hwy West Jefferson United Methodist Church Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Sunday School • 10:00AM Phone: 336-246-5292 194 and 88 West, Smeth/wt, NC Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4th) * 7:00PM Sunday School 9:45 am. • Worship 11:00 am. Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Sunday Night Services 6:30 p m Youth Services - Sunday • 6:00PM Children's Church and Nursery Provided Wednesday Service 7:00p.m Van Transportation Available We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! Missions Building by Faith Promise Pastor Home: 336-384-3188 • Ceil: 336-977-1009 www.wjumc.net Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 R(0-fi-B0C EXTERMINATING Termite & Pest Control hHutl HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPPLY, INC. 141 Lyalls Lane. Jefferson, NC (Just off A6he Rark Road) Open Mon-Fri • 7am-5pm 336-932-9321 Sears 246-7131 203 East 1" Street •West Jefferson, NC Convenient 7 Days A Week 246-4222 336-246-6482 Fax: 246-6402 'nuHvuwwarMaTHm.it "Complete Line of Building Supplies" Old Hwy. 221-S, Beaver Creek • West Jefferson 336-246-3367 Compliments of VANNOY & SONS Weekly Specialties VANNOY Hwy 16 & 163 Intersection Mt. Jefferson Oil DODGE • CHRYSLER • JEEP NX 502 Jefferson Ave. • 336-246-8806 All Types Dozer Work Hauling 8cTraekhoe Work Home: 336-246-HART (4278) Shop: 336-846-7025 CONSTRUCTION CONffRUCT ION Glendale Springs, N.C. • 336-982-3060 We Offer LP Gas • Gas Heaters Fire Logs • Cooking Equipment Call Pete at 246-7039 COMPANY BLUERiVGE (itk electric mettiberahip corp. H&W Oil Company ~JJ^\ 24-HOUR BURNER SERVICE Your Full Service Oil Company CITGO Call 846-9241 Ronnie Hopklnt Dr Pepper Bottling Company ASHE COUNTY CHEESE West Jefferson Owner/Manager - David Miller 608 W. Main Street • Jefferson, NC • 246-5945 106 E. Main St. 17 Oor Momtaln Clietldar Cheese and Our Fresh Chtroed Better 246-2501 828/ y 262-3700 200 Hospital Ave. Jefferson, NC 336-246-7101 zvivzv.ashemcmorial.org 739 US Hwy 221 Bus LTOWf West Jefferson Y PONTIACBUICK' 246-9969 Hwy 421* Boone, NC GMC CHEVROLET 828-264-9051 www.mackbrownlnc.com ^ Mon-Sat-&3Q AM-5:30 I'M Serving Ashe County for over 20 Years NC Inspections Auto Express ATF Service Minor Repairs Kwlk Lube, Inc. Tire Sales 246-4591 1 SteakUoase Jefferson, NC P() Box 972 • West Jefferson, NC Builders Supply Mountain Aire Seafood & WlIIXElt COSSTIU'CTIOX V BILL IIART COXSTRl'trnOX Commercial and Residential Ashe County The Jewel Shoppt 785 East Main Street The Mountain Village Shopping Center Jefferson, NC 336-246-4155 High Country Paint & Performance 1358 W. King Street • Boone 828-264-0439 or 800-452-0343 PPG Paints 3-M Products Billy Blevins • Tommy Little (^OTDSMOBAO Pollard Glass • OJ (2oa*te Kultota, !)nc 211 Burkett Avenue West Jefferson, NC 336-846-4176 Your Local Equipment Dealer For All Your Equipment Needs 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap, NC 828-263-8464 • www.boonekubota.com CARDINAL LANES Family Fun Center "Church Groups Welcome" Discounted Rates 787 Hwy 221, West Jefferson 336-246-7077 Evenings I We Build Your Home j/)o The Way You Want It HOMES www.classichomes Intersection US 221 & NC 163 • 1620 NC 163-E West Jefferson. NC • 336-246-3600 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2007 PAGE 7A COMMUNITY EVENTS Riverview Players to present show on Saturday Friday September 7 Tickets $6, children $3; proceeds benefit the center. Ashe Lodge 594, AF&AM, at Mountain Music Jamboree in Glendale Springs. Dinner at 6:30, music at 7, featuring Rock Bot­ tom Bluegrass with Eric Hardin 6 Friends. Tickets $12 each/$20 per couple in advance, $15/25 at the door. Children 5 and under free. Tickets on sale at Paisley's Auto Sales, United Country Dog­ wood Realty, Blue Moon Guitars, T&D Satellites, and CommunityOne Bank. 7 p.m.:Tent Revival at 2562 Big Windfall Road, Lansing, through Sept. 8. Pastor holding revival will be Rev. Kenny Absher. Cane Creek Baptist Church from Wilkesboro invites everyone to at­ tend. 10 a.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church on the Watertank Road Sunday September 9 6:30 p.m.: Hoedown and Pinto Bean Supper sponsored by 7 p.m.: Service at Rich Hill Methodist Church. Thomas Russell will be the guest speak­ er. Saturday September 8 Wal-Mart and the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children will host the annual "Baby Days" event in select Wal-Mart stores on Septem­ ber 8. At this event, parents and guardians can receive a com­ plimentary child ID kit with DNA swab and pick up safety tips to help their children build a lifetime of safety and well-being. To learn more about the "Baby Days" event, find a local participating store and to confirm dates and times, visit the "In Stores Now" section of www.walmart.com. Noon to 5 p.m.: Elk Knob Homecoming to celebrate the Elk Knob State Natural Area. En­ tertainment by local musicians, games and educational activities for kids and adults, nature talks, hikes and more. Covered dish picnic from noon to 1 p.m. Bring lawn chairs! Takes place rain or shine. 7 p.m.: Saturday Night Singing at Mtn. View Baptist Church. Pastor Denton Hart and the con­ gregation want to invite everyone to attend! 7 p.m.: The Riverview Players, Elvis impersonator Clinton Triplett and much more in an evening of music and skits at Riverview Community Center. in West Jefferson announces a special service with no Sunday School but The Principals from Tenn. will sing and Rev. Shane Golds will preach. A meal will fol­ low the service and everyone is invited. Also at Mt. Olive on Sept. 23-28 at 7:00 Revival with Rev. Tommy Dollar who will bring the message each night with special singing. Rev. Clayborn pastor welcomes you. 10 a.m.: Mount Jefferson Church of the Nazarene is having a Homecoming Ser­ vice. Special Music with Geor­ gia Donour. Message by Pastors MarkWiest. Covered-dish dinner in the fellowship hall following the service. You are invited to join us for this special service. Church is located at 130 Robert St. in West Jefferson just above the West Jefferson Park. Bristol Baptist Church will have their annual Homecom­ ing Service will be held Sep­ tember 9 with special singing by Faith Trio. Pastor, Rev. Billy Joe Blevins and congregation wel­ come. 10:30 a.m.: Homecoming at South Fork Baptist Church in Todd. Pastor Herbert McCoy invites everyone to the service. Rev. Homer Murdock will be the guest speaker. A covered dish lunch will follow the morning ser­ vices. Everyone is invited! For more information, call 877-8777. 10:30 a.m.: Homecoming at Temple Baptist Church. Rev. Micky Brooks will be the guest speaker. There will be special singing. After the worship service lunch will be served in the fellow­ ship hall. The pastor, Rev. Glenn Woodie, and the congregation invite everyone to attend. 1 p.m.: The annual Harless reunion will be held on Sunday, Sept. 9 at the Buffalo Baptist Church beginning at 1 p.m. All family and friends are encour­ aged to attend and bring a cov­ ered dish as well as any pictures or memories you want to share. Contact Linda Wyrick, Harless reunion secretary at 384-3790 with any questions. 1 p.m.: Promoting A Safe & Healthy Environment - Dis­ posal of Unused & Outdated Meds. Ashe Memorial Hospital Pharmacist Billy Smith will be the special speaker at the Ashe County Public Library Confer­ ence Room. For more informa­ tion call AMH at 846-7101 and ask for Yvonne Allen. Decoration Day at the ColvardBower Cemetery will be held with a brief remembrance ser­ vice at 2:00. Bristol Baptist Church will have their annual Homecom­ ing Service will be held Sep­ tember 9 with special singing by Faith Trio. Pastor, Rev. Billy Joe Blevins and congregation wel­ come. Fall Revival will be held at Friendship Baptist Church September 9-12. Dr. Stephen Rummage, a preaching profes­ sor from Southeastern Seminary and preaching pastor at Hickory Grove Baptist Church will be our guest speaker. Verne Phifer, also from Hickory Grove Baptist Church, will be singing Monday evening Sep­ tember 10th, and the Ashe Bap­ tist Associational Choir will be singing Tuesday evening Sept. 11th. Service times are as follows:Sunday Sept. 9th: Eve­ ning - 6:00 p.m. Monday Sept. 10 - Wednesday Sept. 12: 7:00 p.m. Please join us for a time of revival in our hearts and livesat the Friendship Baptist Church. 6 p.m.: Camp Meeting Kick-Off Night will be held at the Cal­ vary Free Will Baptist Church in Glendale Springs. Special guests, the Piney Ridge Boys of Mooresville, NC, will be sing­ ing. Consider this your personal invitation to attend. The church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd., across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. For more information and/or directions, call the church at (336)982-4840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743. Monday September 10 The 1st Annual "Preaching By the Parkway" Camp Meeting, September 10-14, will be held at the Calvary Free Will Baptist Church in Glendale Springs, NC. This will be a power-packed week of some of the area's most gifted preachers and talented singers. Speakers are as follows: Monday - Pastor Rick Safriet; Tuesday - Evangelist John Wishon; Wednesday - Pastor Davin Johnson; Thursday - Pastor Nathan Jennings; Friday - Rev. Frank Woods. Special singing by the Glendale Springs Mis­ sionary Baptist Church Choir, the Still Blessed Singers, and many more. If you are longing for that days-gone-by visitation of the power and presence of God, please consider this your open invitation to be our honored guest. The camp meeting expe­ rience of old-fashioned worship and spiritual renewal won't soon be forgotten. Make plans now to attend. Calvary Free Will Baptist Church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd., across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. For more information and/or directions, call the church at (336)982-4840 or Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743. 6:30 p.m.: The Peak Creek Ruritan Club will meet at the Peak Creek Community Center, Hwy. 88 East, Laurel Springs. After the meal, Eddie and Becky Mot­ ley of Scottville, will discuss their The Ashe County Arts Council welcomes the Cum­ berland County Playhouse Theatre to the Ashe Civic Center in West Jefferson at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Septem­ ber 11 presenting the musical play Smoke on the Mountain Homecoming. This performance is the third in the Smoke on the Mountain Trilogy. Homecom­ ing is the continuation of the story following the adven­ tures of the Sanders fam­ ily. The play takes place after WWII and Reverend Ogletho­ rpe and the Sanders Family meet again at the Mt. Pleas­ ant Baptist Church where Dennis has been called to be the pastor. 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Pleasant Baptist Church for Homecoming. $15 Adults, $5 students. Call 336-846-ARTS. Thursday September 13 11 a.m.: A seminar showcas­ ing "SBA Loan Options for your Small Business" will take place in Boone. Mike Arriola, Senior Area Manager for the U.S. Small Business Administra­ tion based in Asheville, will pro­ vide an overview of the types of financial backing which the SBA provides to small businesses in order to help them start, develop and grow. The seminar will take place on Thursday, September Oglethorpe and the rest of the family as they celebrate new beginnings. Smoke on the Mountain Homecoming features tradi­ tional gospel music, heart­ warming tales and a talented cast. Enjoy funny bone tick­ ling fun and pull at the heart­ strings music in a show for the whole family. Reserved seating tickets are available at the Ashe Arts Center or with a credit card by phone. Tickets are $15 adults and $5 students. Please call 336-846-ARTS for tickets or information. 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The Worthless Son-inLaws recently played at MerleFest 2007, where MerleFest Director Claire Armbruster said, "I think Humane Society Fashion Show that the hot new bands for 2007 (include) The Worth­ less Son-in-Laws...They've all really knocked my socks off." Armbruster is refer­ ring to Jimmy Davidson, Rob Brown, Aaron Cummings and Rich Crepeau, four young men from the Boone area who play elec­ tric, acoustic and bass gui­ tars and drums. They have played frequently in the Carolinas and Tennessee. In a tongue-in-cheek com­ ment, they suggest their songs have been influenced by Michael Pollan, Richard Dawkins, Star Wars, Vic Chestnutt, Gram Parsons and Strunk & White. Lady Slipper consists of two women who have been musicians for many years and express their joyous On Saturday, September 8, Jefferson Landing will be filled w ith excitement. It's the Fourth Annual Fashion Show presented by Libby's Fash­ ions. From 11:00 until 12:00, the silent auction will take place in the beautiful Grand Hallway. From 12:00 until 1:00 Libby will be presenting all this years latest fashions. During the Fashion Show a fabulous buffet luncheon con­ sisting of carved roast beef, carved ham and carved turkey with all the salads, breads, dessert, and beverage you can eat. After luncheon, a live auc­ tion will be presented by Rod­ ger and Britta Roberts of the Dog House Resort with fine objects, art and other won­ derful items. The tickets are $25.00 and can be purchased from any Humane Society board member as well as from Libby's. Limited tickets will also be available at the door. All proceeds will benefit the Ashe County Humane Soci­ ety's endeavor to improve the lives of area pets. Please call Sharon Sweeney at 982-9287 for more information. Initalc I'it I Will \round •"> monllis old 3-Month CD 12-Month CD Limited Time Only! I moiifli.s phony. 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Amy holds flute performance degrees from Duquesne Uni­ versity in Pittsburgh and the University of Wisconsin-Mil­ waukee's Institute of Cham­ ber Music. She has taught flute and chamber music at Wingate University and is currently on faculty at Da­ vidson College. Admission is $8 for adults and $5 for students. Tickets are available at the door or in advance at the Ashe Arts Center. For more information or tickets please call the Arts Council at 336-846-ARTS. Summer is almost over but we're still squeezing great returns out of our CDs. Contact our branch closest to you to take advantage of these refreshing rates! YADKIN VALLEY Member FDIC www.yadkinvalleybank.com 24-Month CD 36-Month CD Elton - 336-526-6301 Pfafftown - 336-922-9888 East Bend - 336-699-2930 Wilkesboro - 336-838-0123 Jefferson - 336-246-4555 Yadkinville - 336-677-2000 lonesville - 336-835-6197 North Elkin - 336-526-6372 Limited Time Only! invivr. Limited Time Only! 336-246-9800 - 1488 Mt. Jefferson Rd. 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She is ac­ tive as a free-lance pianist, and has performed with the Charlotte Symphony, North Carolina Dance Theater, Op­ era Carolina and the Blumenthal Broadway series. Anna currently accompanies choirs and music theater pro­ ductions at Charlotte Latin School, and hosts "Symphony 101" a music appreciation lecture series in partnership with the Charlotte Sympho­ ny and the Public Libraries of Charlotte. A graduate of Valparaiso University, Martha Geissler began her career as principal second violinist with the Sa­ vannah, Georgia Symphony. Since 1981, Ms. Geissler has been a member of the violin section of the Charlotte Sym­ phony. She also performs reg­ ularly as violinist/violist with the North Carolina Sympho­ ny, Asheville Symphony, and the South Carolina Philhar­ monic in Columbia, SC. In addition, she will be starting her second season as concertmaster of Charlotte Civic Or­ chestra Dr. Tatiana Karpova is a former member of the Mos­ cow Philharmonic Orchestra and is currently first violin­ ist with the Charlotte Sym­ Limited Time Only! IViiinlc Golden Mix around emotions of life experiences through their original and traditional songs. Martha Anne Howell Winebarger feels her greatest influ­ ences have been the Carter Family, Doc Watson, Char­ ley Pride and gospel music. Mary Lynn Howell Caparolie has added autoharp to her musical performances in recent years and feel, because of her Welsh heri­ tage, writing lyrics and mu­ sic comes as naturally to her as the "pouring down of Welsh rain." This delightful musical evening will be offered at the Mount Jefferson Pres­ byterian Church in down­ town West Jefferson on Sept. 21 at 7 p.m. There is no charge and refreshments will be served following the presentation. The Ashe County Arts Council is pleased to welcome back the Blue Ridge Chamber Players to the Gallery of the Ashe Arts Center. The con­ cert will 2:00 pm on Sunday, September 9. The Blue Ridge Chamber Players are headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina and have come together to perform chamber music and celebrate the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The players include a large di­ verse group of classical musi­ cians that perform together depending on the repertoire. The featured performers for this performance include: Anna Michie Brock, Martha Geissler, Dr. Tatiana Karpova, Nick Lampo and Amy Orsinger Whitehead. The concert will feature Romance for Flute and Piano by Phillipe Gaubert, a son of a cobbler. Gaubert was a child prodigy who went on to play in all of the major orchestras in Paris while building a rep­ utation as a chamber musi­ cian, conductor and composer. One of the most well-known and celebrated musicians of his day, he was often invited to perform as soloist in some of the most exclusive Pari­ sian salons. Key to the per­ formance and appreciation of his music is his approach to playing and composing that puts virtuosity at the service of lyricism. In effect Gaubert saw the flute as a voice. This miniature Romance is an ex­ ample of the type of music he might have performed in the salons of Paris. Other selec­ tions will include Quartet in D Major by Mozart, Trio for Flute, Cello and Piano by Martinu and Quartet for Vio­ lin, Viola, Cello and Piano by Chihuahua Idlrwild area on 8 27. lie w ill lie aiailalile around 2 years old. Vlin AMMAI COM koi for adoption on !H) I. 982-4060 Hi, my name is Grey and i They call me Spot and i am am a beautiful grey/white the only pup left from my long hair kitty of 4 months litter. I don't understand this w/ the most precious per­ because 1 am by far the most sonality. Please give me a attractive and personable of the bunch. 1 am apx 4 mos chance to be your loving old and need a forever home. companion. I I'm Mickey and I'm almost 5 mos. old. My adoptive parents had to return me due to a family crisis . I was originally with the ACHS because my Mom Bella was here. She is a Belgian Malanois shepherd and has a wonderful demean­ or and I think my dad is lab/boxer. I am a such happy pup and need a permanent home. Saturday Is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located directly in front of the Armory on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West jefferson. NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@skybcst.com �FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2007 Appalachian State Mountaineers are hosting Lenoir-Rhyne tomorrow in their home opener for the season at Kidd Brewer Stadium in Boone. Tennis undefeated in MVAC by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor The Huskies Lady Ten­ uis team continued to tear through the Mountain Valley Conference last week by shut­ ting out another opponent. The victim this match was the Falcons from Forbush High School and the Huskies eas­ ily won 9-0 to advance their conference record to 4-0. Due to threatening weath3r, the ladies competed in a single game to eight to speed up the process with the hopes Df completing the match prior to rain. The Huskies were able to play as efficiently during the different match format and stunned the Fal­ cons as Forbush headed back down highway 421 following the match without a single victory. In singles, the Huskies laid it to the Falcons with the clos­ est match being a tough con­ test between Ivey Tant and Jade Burkeen. Tant was able to preserve Burkeen's tough serves and pulled ahead to claim the 8-4 victory. Results of singles match­ es: #1 seed: Ivey Tant (Ashe County) defeated Jade Burkeen (Forbush) 8-4; #2 seed: Lorna Vega (Ashe County) defeated Kayla Shouse 82; #3 seed: Rachel Curcio (Ashe County) defeated Abi­ gail Heplor (Forbush) 8-1; #4 seed: Roxanne Thomas (Ashe County) defeated Courtney Phillip (Forbush) 8-0; #5 seed: Courtney Bowers (Ashe County) defeated Jennifer Jones (Forbush) 8-1; #6 seed: Ariel Farmer (Ashe County) defeated Paige Houser (For­ bush) 8-1. In doubles play, the Hus­ kies continued to dominate over the Falcons. Doubles re­ sults: Tant/ Vega (Ashe Coun­ ty) defeated Burkeen/ Shouse (Forbush) 8-0; Curcio/ Thom­ as (Ashe County) defeated Hepler/ Phillip (Forbush) 8-1; Bowers/ Farmer (Ashe Coun­ ty) defeated Jones/ Houser (Forbush) 8-2. In singles exhibition, the Huskies once again dominat­ ed over the Falcons. In exhi­ bition, Lizzie Hanes blanked her opponent 6-0, Kendra Powers also shutout her oppo­ sition 6-0, Skylar Russell also won with a score of 6-1, and then Christina Cole rounded out the action with a 6-3 vic­ tory. The win over Forbush increased the Huskies' con­ ference record to 4-0. The Huskies returned to action yesterday when they hosted the Wilkes Central Eagles. Look for results in upcoming editions of the Jefferson Post. Post photo by Michael Graybeal Roxanne Thomas returns a volley during her 8-0 victory over her opponent from Forbush. Volleyball suffers ny i wot yj\ iwiu uy ivuunaci uiayucai Ivey Tant earns a point with this serve during the closest match for the Huskies. Tant would eventually win 8-4 over her opponent. App football tickets sell out for first time by Appalachian Sports Information BOONE, N.C. — Tickets available to the general pub­ lic for Saturday's home openar versus Lenoir-Rhyne are SOLD OUT, athletics ticket manager Steve White an­ nounced Wednesday evening. The only tickets that remain for the contest are available to ASU students through the University's student ticket­ ing system. The sellout is the first pre?ameday sellout in Appala­ chian football history and the iust the second pre-gameday sellout in ASU athletics his­ tory. The only other pre-gameiay sellout in school history came when men's basketball hosted North Carolina in the first game at the Holmes Center on Nov. 17, 2000. Appalachian students can still print their tickets via ASU's online student ticket­ ing system. Students can also still purchase up to two stu­ dent guest tickets for just $15 through the online student ticketing system. The unprecedented ticket sales are not just limited to Saturday's home opener, as all five of AStTa remaining home games are on pace for similar sales numbers. To avoid being shut out of the action this season at Kidd Brewer Stadium, fans are urged to buy tickets for the five remaining games as soon as possible. Tickets can be purchased by clicking here or by phone at (828) 262-2079. GOV. EASLEY LAUDS MOUNTAINEERS: North Carolina Governor Michael F. Easley sent Appalachian head coach Jerry Moore and the Mountaineers a letter on Wednesday congratulating the Apps for their 34-32 tri­ umph over Michigan on Sat­ urday. A record crowd will be on ha nd at The Rock Saturday for the 2007 home opener versus Lenoir-Rhyne (ASU athletics photo). victories in college football The letter reads: Dear Mountaineer Foot­ history. You showed inspiring ball Team: Congratulations on your poise and fortitude in defeat­ outstanding win over the ing college football's winUniversity of Michigan this ningest program on its home past Saturday. While there field. It was a total team ef­ is a "thud" in Ann Arbor as fort, from Armanti Edwards' Michigan falls out of the Top calm under center, Julian 25, in Boone they are hearing Rauch's unflinching winning cheers from all over North field goal, to Corey Lynch's Carolina for one of the grand­ game-saving block. Every est upsets since David de­ Mountaineer stood tall to feated Goliath. Football fans make this incredible victory across the country now recog­ possible. I commend you for nize what we in North Caro­ your efforts. The state of North Caro­ lina have known for years: Appalachian State is a force lina is proud of the winning tradition Coach Jerry Moore to be reckoned with. When the team visited the has established in Boone. I Executive Mansion in Febru­ look forward to following the ary, I saw that look of deter­ Mountaineers the rest of the mination had not worn off season in your quest for a even after last year's season third straight national cham­ and national championship pionship. victory. The team's spirit and With kindest regards, I re­ will to win clearly have re­ main mained as the Mountaineers Very truly yours, achieved one of the greatest Michael F. Easley Post photo by Michael Graybeal Natasha Faw and her teammate goes up for a block Wednesday evening during their nonconference game with Alleghany. by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor On Wednesday evening, the Huskies' volleyball teams traveled to Alleghany to face the Trojans in a non-confer­ ence match up. The Trojans proved to be a tough oppo­ nent for the Huskies and handed Ashe a tough 3-0 loss with the varsity team and then also a 2-1 loss at the JV level. In the varsity match, Alleghany showed their strengths against the Hus­ kies. In game one, the Tro­ jans took advantage of a run in the middle of the game and advanced to a 25-14 victory. Alleghany followed game one up with another victory in game two with the score 2513, and then concluded the match with a 25-19 victory in game three. To open the match, Allegh­ any and Ashe traded points until Alleghany made a run with the score 7-8 in favor of the Trojans. Alleghany in­ creased their score to seven­ teen before the Huskies could get a side-out. With Kim Mc­ Neil serving, the Huskies cut their deficit to ten points, 2313, but Alleghany finished the game off winning 25-14. Game two opened up re­ sembling game one with both teams trading points until the score was 11-7 with Ashe trailing. The Trojans once again mounted a run and increased their score to 18-10. Despite scoring three more points, the Trojans once again went on a rally and scored three unanswered points to end game two with the Trojans once again win­ ning 25-13. The Huskies faced a do-ordie game three. The Huskies were able to continue battling during game three, despite trailing two games to none and showed excellent per­ severance. The Huskies and Trojans once again remained even in the opening segments of the game. With the score 12-10 in favor of Alleghany, the Huskies had a good tip from Kim McNeil at the net, and then two tips from Caitlin Elliott at the net to tie the game up 12-12. The Huskies would then manage to take the lead 14-12, but Alleghany would rebound and resume the lead with the score 19-14. The Huskies tried to prevent the Trojans from extending their lead, but Alleghany was able to win five unanswered points and Ashe faced the bad side of a 24-16 game/ match point. The Huskies made one last run and with a block by Caitlin Elliott at the net, the Huskies won the fol­ lowing point, and then scored two more points to take the score to 24-19. On the follow­ ing point, a hard hit ball for the Huskies landed slightly out of bounds to give Allegha­ ny their game winning point and the Trojans defeated the Huskies 25-19 in game three and 3-0 for the match. The JV team for Ashe had slightly better success but still was unable to defeat the Trojans. In game one, the Huskies were stunned with a tough 25-8 loss. However, the tough Huskies returned in game two and won a close game with the final score in favor of the Huskies 25-23. In game three, the Trojans once again was able to win over the Huskies in a hard fought match with the score 25-12 and the Trojans won overall two games to one. The Huskies returned to action Thursday evening when they hosted the Wilkes Central Eagles at Ashe Coun­ ty High School. The JV game started at 4:30 p.m. with the Varsity following afterward. Post photo by Michael Graybeal Callie Barker makes a great play at the net for the JV Hus­ kies during their game two victory Wednesday evening. �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS official weekly MVAC reports WRP weekly results Reported by Butch Whitesell Through games as of Aug. 31 Tennis Conference ASHE COUNTY SURRY CENTRAL WILKES CENTRAL STARMOUNT NORTH WILKES FORBUSH NORTH SURRY Season W 4 2 2 1 1 0 0 W 4 L 2 2 0 2 1 L 0 0 1 1 . 2 3 3 1 1 1 2 0 0 3 3 Soccer Conference W L T ASHE COUNTY FORBUSH NORTH WILKES STARMOUNT SURRY CENTRAL WILKES CENTRAL NORTH SURRY Season W L T 1 3 1 1 5 0 1 2 2 2 2 2 0 1 *No Team for 2007 Football Conference Season W W L 2 1 0 3 1 2 0 3 2 1 0 3 3 0 L ASHE COUNTY FORBUSH NORTH SURRY NORTH WILKES STARMOUNT SURRY CENTRAL WILKES CENTRAL Volleyball Conference W L 1 1 1 0 0 1 2 0 1 0 1 1 1 1 ASHE COUNTY FORBUSH NORTH SURRY NORTH WILKES STARMOUNT SURRY CENT. WILKES CENT. MVAC Football Scoreboard from August 31 Winner Photo courtesy of Penny Holder/ Teammedial A nice cool evening pro­ duces super quick runs Saturday night as the Gear Jammers entertained for there final show of the 2007 season. Will Hull of Mt. Airy won in the G/J race with Rick Gerringger as Runner up. Tim Adams of Wilkesboro brought out his newly re-conditioned 1968 Chev­ rolet Carnaro and drove it to victory over Tom Griffith of Burnsville in his Dodge Arrow. The current 2007 Mod ET points leader, Michael Marley from Ferguson, NC, defeated the Wilkesboro Raceway Park's 2006 Mod ET Champion Wayne Ward of Hickory. The victory over Ward extended his points Season W L 2 3 3 1 3 2 1 2 5 1 4 1 1 4 MVAC Football games for Friday, Sept. 7 21 Grayson Co. 0 Forbush at North Rowan' Lexington 42 Forbush 22 North Surry at Watauga Mt. Airy 34 North Surry 14 Hope Christian at N. Wilkes West Wilkes 31 N. Wilkes 13 West Davidson at Starmount Starmount 31 Elkin 15 30 Surry Cen. 12 East Wilkes 21 August 31 edition, the AYSL Players of the week for the 5-6 Year Old Bare's Custom Cabi­ nets team was supposed to be Hailey Miller and Kelsey McVey. We apologize for the mistake, q r Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest Winner Beth Eldreth and Donnie Mahaffey are the winners for this week's Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest. They both correctly chose the race winner, Jimmie Johnson, and both guessed closest to the number of caution flags with a guess of 8. Since we have 2 winners, each winner will receive 1/2 of the prize. Thank you for all of your entries! Please play l the Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest again next week! SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 15TH @ 10 A.M. DOORS OPEN @ 8:45 A.M ~ GOLD COINS - SILVER COINS - GUNS ~ -PAPER MONEY ~ POCKET WATCHES - Ashe Wilkes Cen. 41 lead over rival Donnie Winstead. The Jr. Dragster division saw Travis Yates of Miller's Creek take his first win over Taylor South also of Miller's Creek. The winner in the Top ET dash for cash was Glenn Hicks and Johnny Hodges in Mod ET and in the Jr. Dragster Tom Beasley. Drag Racing action con­ tinues Thursday night with test and tune gates open at 6 p.m. and on Saturday, Drag Racing continues with points race #16 sponsored by Empire Chrysler the Gates open at 4 p.m. Quali­ fying starts at 5 p.m. For further info call 973-RACE (7223) or visit www.wilkesbororacewaypark.com. ABSOLUTE AUCTION Loser East Surry Beth Eldreth is the winner for last week's Jefferson Post Football Contest. Congratulations! She guessed more winning teams than any other contestant, and guessed to the tie-breaking score, play the Jefferson Post Football Contest again next week! Tim Adams lays out the smoke on his way to victory. 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God's in His heaven & all's right with the world. Tuesday, September 11, 2007 7:30 p.m. Ashe Civic Center All Seats Reserved - Tickets are available at the Ashe Arts Center in West Jefferson or order by phone (336) 846-ARTS Adults: $15 Students: $5 VISA This concert is supported with an Arts & Audiences Grant from the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency, and is sponsored by the Ashe County Arts Council. AUCTION CONDUCTED BY; RUSSELL M KILLEN, AUCTIONEER P O BOX 1844 WEST JEFFERSON NC 28694 1 NCAL 4234 PH 336 846-4621 OR 336 977-2045 Email rkillen@skybest.com or mtnauction@yahoo.com ANNOUNCEMENTS DAY OF SALE TAKES PRECEDENCE OVER ANY AND ALL PRINTED MATERIAL. EVERYTHING SOLD AS IS WHERE IS WITH NO WARRANTIES IMPLIED OF ANY KIND. �FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 3B Tips and tactics to finding the right exterior door (ARA) - "You never get a second chance to make a first impres­ sion." Believe it or not, this sound advice - attributed to American humorist Will Rogers - also applies to your home and the exterior door that welcomes visitors. A beautiful entryway can make a memorable first impression; it is after all one of the first things people see. It is also essential in boosting the curb appeal of a home when it's for sale, and can help add value through heat­ ing and cooling efficiencies. But when it comes to exterior doors, how do you know which one is the best for your home? "Not all entry door products are created equal," says Shirley Wang, CEO of Plastpro, Inc., a producer of fiberglass door products. "Because some are more durable, attractive or in­ sulate better, homeowners need to familiarize themselves with what's available and' choose what best suits their needs." More than ever before the per­ fect door is one that combines optimal insulation, easy mainte­ nance, and great design. Take a closer look at your front door. Does it represent your personal taste, is it low-maintenance, and does it maximize your home's energy efficiency? If not, it might be time for a change. Technological advances and evolving designs mean there are more types of exterior doors available than ever before. Here are some tips for finding a door that is right for your home: Material Wood doors represent about 30 percent of the total market, according to industry insiders. Metal doors are very durable, but often are less visually pleas­ ing. Fiberglass doors are an al­ ternative option that combines the best of both worlds by of­ fering a look similar to wood and the strength of steel, but with Jess overall maintenance. Wood doors have long been fa­ vored in older homes for their aesthetic appeal. However, wood is porous and can allow cold to seep into the home. Wood doors also tend to warp, rot, chip, and splinter, and need to be replaced more fre­ quently. While metal doors are a durable alternative, they tend to hold in the cold. Additionally, they can ding and dent easily, caus­ ing the door's exterior paint to chip off, leaving the unattract­ ive metal core exposed. Fiberglass doors have become a popular alternative to steel and wood because of their aesthetic appeal and easy maintenance. Indeed, new technologies and manufacturing techniques al­ low fiberglass doors to simulate the warmth and texture of real wood but without its inherent problems such as cracking and warping. They also have many of the same durable qualities as metal, yet are more resistant to damage. Finally, fiberglass doors provide excellent insula­ tion, and expand or contract very little with weather chang­ es. Glass Whether you want to protect against solar heat gain, pre­ vent heat loss, or simply create a more decorative effect with your door, there's a type of glass available to suit every situation. Insulating, tinted, noise-deaden­ ing, tempered, distortion-free, impact-resistant, opaque, and translucent glass are just some of the possibilities. Companies like Plastpro are also manufacturing entry doors with built-in mini-blinds. Sealed between tempered glass, the pre-instailed mini-blinds can be tilted as well as raised com­ pletely up and down to provide as much or as little light and pri­ vacy as desired. Color and Style Main Street Discount • Toile Curtains •Jabot Sets •Pillows • Bath & Bedroom Accessories • Rocking Chair Cushions •Hand Made Quilts & Shams to match In addition to realistic graining that makes them difficult to dis­ tinguish from wood once they're stained, fiberglass doors also come in a wide range of styles and wood textures including smooth skin, oak, mahogany, or fir grain. While door styles often vary by region, a basic four or six panel design is generally the most pop­ ular style in both Smooth Skin and Woodgrain. 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Offered under appraised value! 11 Acres with Views Looking for acreage with views? You can find it right here in Ashe County. Office: 336-982-2558 www.ALRE-BlueRidge.com $34 500 Beautiful Ridgeiine Views 4.6 Acres located in Millers Creek just minutes to the Blue Ridge Pkwy. Visit Our WtbS'fi Juki Or fxoiusivt fxHofidoo loirs of Otst lfsfiifi\ct% 1836 HWY. 221 NORTH , JEFFERSON, NC 28640 Subdivision. Surrounded by mother nature, the possibilities are endless for building that perfect getaway you have always dreamed of and still enjoy the beauty that the mountains have to offer! $36,000 J155787. JEFFERSON - Gorgeous 1.07 acre wooded lot located close to all town amenities. This property would make a great residential site. $79,000. THIS IS ONLY A SMALL PORTION OF THE PROPERTIES WE OFFER FOR SALE. FOR COMPLETE LISTS, CALL OR COME BY OUR OFFICE IN WEST JEFFERSON. 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Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 535-Commercial Property Commercial Building in Lansing for R3nt, 1034 sq fett. $300 561-750-2399 1115Professionals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 07 SP 104 way with the centerline of the existing road, five courses, 1) thence S. 46-34-52W. 40.19 feet to a point, 2) thence S. 55-41-17W. 98.45 feet to a point, 3) thence S. 19-15-13W„ passing over a point in the centerline of a pro­ posed 12 foot right-ofway at 50.26 feet, and passing over a 1/2-inch rebar set at 83.95 feet, for a total distance of 98.95 feet to a point in the centerline of the road, 4) thence N. 7256-58W., passing over a 1/2-inch rebar set at 15.00 feet, for a total distance of 108.23 feet to the BEGINNING; containing 0.250 acres as calculated by coor­ dinate geometry, from field data gathered by The Thomas Herman Company, P.O. Box 519, Jefferson, NC 28640-0519, (336) 246-3352, P.L.S. L2633, dated Sept. 27, 2001. Job #95100501. knowledge of the trust­ ee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the chal­ lenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchas­ er will have no further remedy. 67 Shatley Roark Drive. Jefferson, NC 28640 WILKES COMMUNITY COLLEGE TANNING OPERATOR TRAIN­ ING Wilkes Community College's Continuning Education Department will be offering two tan­ ning Facility Operator training classes at the Wilkes Campus on Sat­ urday, September 22 and Saturday, October 20 from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm each day. Registration costs for the class will be $50.00. Pre-registration is required. To pre-register, contact, Phyllis VanHoy or Dena Wiles at (336) 838-6166 or (336) 838-6210. 1195-Legals Notice of Divorce be­ tween Brian Keith Benge and Tiffany F. Benge. Brian Benge - 336-696 4667 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Ex­ ecutor of the Estate of John Gilmer Gentry, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 253 Bonanza Circle Piedmont, South Carolina 29673 on or before the 3rd day of November, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the esatate will please make imme­ diate payment to the undersigned. This is the 7th day of August, 2007. Sandra Gentry McNeil Executor/Adminstrator for the Estate of John Gilmer Gentry NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as CoExecutor of the Estate of Hettie B Brooks, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against said es­ tate to present them to the undersigned at PO Box 291 Jefferson, North Carolina 28640 on or before the 31st day of November, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This is the 27th day of August, 2007. Patsy E. Miller Executor/Administrator for the Estate of Hettie B. Brooks Having qualified as Ad­ ministrator of the Es­ tate of G.D. Brinegar, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 1932 Edge Water Drive, on or be­ fore the 24th day of November, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bat to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make imme­ diate payment to the undersigned. This the 17th day of August, 2007. Dale Brinegar Executor/Administrator for the Estate of G.D. Brinegar For the latest local news, subscribe to The Jefferson Post. Call JoEvelyn at 846-7164 today! NORTH CAROLINA, ASHE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale con­ tained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Emanoil Farcas and Margareta Farcas Hus­ band and Wife, As Joint Tenants to The law offices of Daniel A. Fulco, PLLC, Trustee(s), which was dated May 26, 2006 and recorded on May 30, 2006 in Book 00347 at Page 2226, Ashe County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby se­ cured by the said Deed of Trust and the under­ signed, Brock & Scott, PLLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina, and the holder of the note evi­ dencing said indebted­ ness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the un­ dersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door Qf the cQgnty where the property is located, or the usual and custom­ ary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on September 10, 2007 at 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bid­ der for cash the follow­ ing described property situated in Ashe Coun­ ty, North Carolina, to wit: 180 Wolf Hidge Lane There is ALSO CON­ VEYED herewith the same water easement as described in deed from Grey Wolf Proper­ ties, LLC to Red Wolf Properties, LL and Arc­ tic Wolf Properties, LLC (Grantee incor­ rectly identified as "Ar­ tie Wolf Properties, LLC"), recorded in Book 316, Page 19941995, Ashe County Registry. This conveyance is SUBJECT to the right of way described in deed from Grey Wolf Properties, LLC and Red Wolf Properties, LLC to Harold E. Hall, Jr. and wife, Lori Wolfe Hall recorded in Book 316, Page 1992-1993, Ashe County Registry. Being a portion of the Lori Wolfe property as described in Deed Book 256 Page 1438; Save and except any Being more partiularly releases, deeds of re­ described as: lease or prior convey­ ances of record. BEGINNING on a 1/2inch rebar set, said rebar being N. 10-2328E. 43.46 feet from a 1/2-inch rebar found in the southern line of the Lori Wolfe property a described in Deed Book 256 Page 1438, said rebar found being N. 88-22-15W. 251.39 feet from a 1/2-inch re­ bar found, the south­ eastern corner of said Wolfe property, thence with a new line, four courses 1) thence N. 17-03-02E. 98.88 feet to a 1/2-inch rebar set, 2) thence S. 72-5658E. 112.03 feet to a 1/2-inch rebar set, 3) thence S. 19-15-13W„ passing over a point in the centerline of a pro­ posed 12 foot right-ofway at 50.26 feet, and passing over a 1/2-inch rebar set at 83.95 feet, for a total distance of 98.95 feet to a point in the centerline of the road, 4) thence N. 7256-58W., passing over a 1/2-inch rebar set at 15.00 feet, for a total distance of 108.23 feet to the BEGINNING; containing 0.250 acres as calculated by coor­ dinate geometry, from field data gathered by the Thomas Herman Company. P.O. Box 513, Jefferson, NC 28640-0519, (336) 246-3352, P.L.S. L2633, dated Sept.27, 2001. Job ff95100501 Said property is com­ monly known as 180 Wolf Ridge Lane, Fleetwood, NC 28626. A cash deposit (no per­ sonal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Sev­ en Hundred Fifty Dol­ lars ($750.00), which­ ever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statu­ tory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immedi­ ately due and owing. Brock & Scott, PLLC Jeremy B. Wilkins, NCSB No. 32346 5431 Oleander Suite 200 Drive Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: 4988 (910) 392- Said property is com­ monly known as 175 Shatley Roark Drive, Jefferson, NC 28640. A cash deposit (no per­ sonal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Sev­ en Hundred Fifty Dol­ lars ($750.00), which­ ever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statu­ tory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immedi­ ately due and owing. FAX: (910) 392-8587 Said property to be of­ fered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, trans­ 07 SP 51 fer and conveyance AMENDED NOTICE "AS IS WHERE IS." OF FORECLOSURE There are no represen­ SALE tations of warranty re­ lating to the title or any NORTH CAROLINA, physical, environmen­ ASHE COUNTY tal, health or safety conditions existing in, Under and by virtue of on, at, or relating to the a Power of Sale con­ property being offered tained in that certain for sale. This sale is Deed of Trust executed made subject to all pri­ by BARRY ROGER or liens, unpaid taxes, ROARK, single to special assessments, TAMMY MAZAK, easements, rights of Trustee(s), which was way, deeds of release, dated July 26, 2006 and any other encum­ anct recorded on No­ brances or exceptions vember 3, 2006 in of record. To the best Book 00356 at Page of the knowledge and 0470, Ashe County belief of the under­ Registry, North Caroli­ signed, the current na. owner(s) of the proper­ ty is/are Barry Roger Default having been Roark. made in the payment of the note thereby se­ cured by the said Deed Substitute Trustee of Trust and the under­ Brock & Scott, PLLC signed, Brock & Scott, PLLC, having been Jeremy B. Wilkins, substituted as Trustee NCSB No. 32346 in said Deed of Trust 5431 Oleander Drive by an instrument duly Suite 200 recorded in the Office Wilmington, NC 28403 of the Register of PHONE: (910) 392Deeds of Ashe County, 4988 North Carolina, and the FAX: (910) 392-8587 holder of the note evi­ dencing said indebted­ ness having directed File No.: 07-02855 that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the un­ dersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse NORTH door of the county STATE OF courthouse where the CAROLINA property is located, or COUNTY OF ASHE the usual and custom­ THE GENERAL ary location at the IN county courthouse for COURT OF JUSTICE COURT conducting the sale on SUPERIOR DIVISION BEFORE September 10, 2007 THE CLERK 07-SPat 10:00AM, and will sell to the highest bid­ 122 der for cash the follow­ ing described property PROCESS BY situated in Ashe Coun­ OF ty, North Carolina, to PUBLICATION File No.: 06-13096 wit: Said property to be of­ WILMA PRICE and fered pursuant to this ALL THAT CERTAIN husband, NORMAN Notice of Sale is being LOT OR PARCEL OF PRICE; CRISSIE offered for sale, trans­ LAND SITUATED IN PRICE, single; FREDA fer and conveyance THE CITY OF ASHE, PRICE, widow; KATHY 3AS IS WHERE IS.2 JEFFERSON TOWN­ TAYLOR and husband, There are no represen­ SHIP, ASHE COUNTY, TAYLOR; CAROLINA LARRY tations of warranty re­ NORTH AND MORE PARTICU­ TERRY LEE MAIN, lating to the title or any DESCRIBED single; DONALD MIKE physical, environmen­ LARLY MAIN and wife, STE­ tal, health or safety AS FOLLOWS: PHANIE LYNN MAIN; conditions existing in, JOHN R. MAIN, single; on, at, or relating to the BEING LOTS NO. 25, MAXINE PRICE and property being offered 26, 27 AND 28 OF husband, CLALLEY for sale. This sale is THE WILL BARE SUB­ PRICE; KEITH BLEmade subject to all pri­ DIVISION AS SHOWN VINS and wife, PHYL­ or liens, unpaid taxes, ON PLAT OF SAME LIS BLEVINS; BRUCE PREPARED BY A. L. special assessments, D. POTTER; CHRIS­ easements, rights of CUMBOW, JR., REG­ ISTERED LAND SUR­ TOPHER POTTER and way, deeds of release, wife, CHERYL POT­ AND RE­ and any other encum­ VEYOR, TER; CHRISTOPHER brances or exceptions CORDED IN THE OF­ POTTER and wife, of record. To the best FICE OF THE REGIS­ ANDREA POTTER; of the knowledge and TER OF DEEDS OF SANDRA H. BRADEN belief of the under­ ASHE COUNTY IN and husband, CLAR­ signed, the current PLAT BOOK NO. 2, AT ENCE BRADEN; RICK owner(s) of the proper­ PAGE 19 (ENVELOPE and wife, 67-A) TO WHICH RE­ POTTER ty is/are Emanoil Far­ SHIRLEY POTTER; CORDED PLAT REF­ cas and Wife, Margare­ ERENCE IS HEREBY TERRY POTTER and There is also conveyed ta Farcas. SHELBY POT­ MADE FOR LOCA­ wife, herewith a proposed 12 TER; JAY POTTER foot right-of-way more If the trustee is unable TION AND DESCRIP­ and wife, MARGARET particularly described to convey title to this TION OF SAID LOTS. POTTER;. RENNE as: property for any rea­ VEITCH and husband, son, the sole remedy of BEING the same prop­ JOHN VEITCH; BON­ BEGINNING on a point the purchaser is the re­ erty as conveyed to NIE WALLACE and in the centerline inter­ turn of the deposit. Barry Roger Roark by husband, ORVILLE recorded section of NCSR 1103, Reasons of such inabil­ deed IRENE 07/23/02 in Book 279, WALLACE; the northern line of the ity to convey include, POTTER, widow; Page 71. Lori Wolfe property as but are not limited to, THELMA POTTER described in Deed the filing of a bankrupt­ I.D. # STEVENSON, widow; Book 256 Page 1438, cy petition prior to the Parcel/Tax and JOANNE VINCENand a proposed 12 foot confirmation of the sale 09302-230 and husband, ROG3ER Tl right-of-way, thence and reinstatement of BARRY STEVE VINCENTI, with the centerline of the loan without the ROARK said proposed right-of- WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND Commonly known as: COLLECTIONS/LOAN OFFICER Local lending institution is seeking a collection/loan officer. Primary duties include: •All Branch Collections. •Processing Loan Applications. •Balancing Cash Drawer Daily. •Visiting Auto& Retail Dealers of Ashe County. Business Services Directory!!! Huge 5 Family Yard Sale Friday September 7th 7:00-Until, Saturday September 8th 7:00-12:00 Turn onto Beaver Creek School Road and follow the signs to Beaver Drive. The above described property being shown as Tract 3 on an unre­ corded plat of the Lori Wolfe property. Substitute Trustee Save and except any releases, deeds of re­ lease or prior convey­ ances of record. •Collection Experience preferred BUT Not Required. Typical Starting Salary Approximately $28,000. MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 Mail Resume To: P.O. Box 745 West Jefferson, NC 28694 or Fax Resume to 336-846-1493 �FRIDAY , SEPTEMBER 7, 2007 PAGE 5B JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals Petitioners husband, DARRELL LEWIS; KATHLEEN ROUSH, widow; JOHNNY JONES and wife, MAGGIE JONES; MAE JOHN­ SON, widow; ARZELLA ROUSH and hus­ band, MARVIN ROUSH; BONNIE LEWIS, single; LINDA WURTH and husband, MIKE WURTH; AVERY ALLEN and wife, GRACE ALLEN; CLAUDE ALLEN and wife, BONNIE ALLEN; JAMES ALLEN and wife, NANCY ALLEN; D. EDWARD ALLEN and wife, NANCY AL­ LEN; MIKEAL BLE­ VINS and wife, SAN­ DY BLEVINS; STEVEN BLEVINS, single; GARY POTTER, sin­ gle; RICHARD POT­ TER and wife, GAIL POTTER; DONALD POTTER and wife, SHERRY POTTER; STEVEN POTTER and wife, BARBARA POT­ TER; ROBERT POT­ TER and wife, LEISA POTTER; PAUL J. POTTER; MICHAEL POTTER; DEBRA ROARK; ROSALEE JENNINGS; DARLENE POTTER; and SAN­ DRA BAILEY; RONNIE MAIN and TIMMY MAIN, and husband, ROD­ LEE JENNINGS; DARNEY ROUSH; PATSY LENE POTTER; and LEWIS and husband, SANDRA BAILEY ; DARRELL LEWIS; RONNIE MAIN and KATHLEEN ROUSH, TIMMY MAIN. widow; JOHNNY JONES and wife, TAKE NOTICE that a MAGGIE JONES; MAE pleading seeking relief JOHNSON. widow; against you has been ARZELLA ROUSH and filed in the above spe­ husband, MARVIN cial proceeding. ROUSH; BONNIE LEWIS, single; LINDA The nature of the relief WURTH and husband, sought is as follows: MIKE WURTH; AVERY ALLEN and wife, For the judicial sale GRACE ALLEN; of those lands descri­ CLAUDE ALLEN, and bed in the Petition wife, BONNIE ALLEN; and which were JAMES ALLEN and owned by at the time wife, NANCY ALLEN; of his death as fully MIKEAL BLEVINS and described in that cer­ wife, SANDY BLE­ tain deed which ap­ VINS; STEVEN BLE­ pears of record in the VINS, single, GARY Ashe County Public POTTER, single; RI­ Registry in Book N-3, CHARD POTTER and at page 235 wife, GAIL POTTER; DONALD POTTER You are required to and wife, SHERRY make defense to such POTTER; STEVEN pleading no later than POTTER and wife, the 10th day of October BARBARA POTTER , 2007 and upon failure ROBERT POTTER and to do so, the party wife. LEISA POTTER; seeking service against PAUL J. 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Walter O'Reilly 117 Director Nicolas 118 Ballyhoo 119 "Green —" ('90 film) 121 Swell place? 123 Wise guys 127 Piccadilly figure 128 Eager 129 John Wayne's final film 132 Navel store? 133 Verne captain 134 Spring holiday 135 Loathe 136 Paw part 137 Fall behind 138 Answer for an admiral 139 From the top DOWN 1 Turkish title 2 Tim of "Simon & Simon" 3 "Picnic" playwright 4 Showy flower 5 — jacket 6 Geometry term 7 First base man? 8 Helps a hood 9 Shnvel up 10 Utter 11 Best 12 Journalist Jacob 13 "La Divina" 14 Gary Cooper's final film 15 Artist Neiman 16 Machine parts 20 Meat on the bones 21 'Tristram Shandy" author 23 Dispatched 31 Bull's beloved 32 '58 Pulitzer winner 34 Fury 35 Seize 37 Subdues Simba 38 HS exam 39 Word on a pump 40 Nutritional abbr. SWAN SONGS 41 PDQ, politely 47 Tolkien character 49 Renaissance painter 50 Velocity 52 Play ground? 53 Spell 55 "— Cupid" ('58 hit) 56 Othello's ensign 58 "— you so!" 59 —fin 62 Rice's vampire 65 Like a cobra 67 Dreiser's "Sister—" 68 Henry Fonda's final film 69 Musical Dinah 71 Wrong 73 Mysterious 74 It makes candy dandy 76 Worth or Papas 77 Greek cheese 83 Chianti color 85 Store 86 "Pal Joey" author 88 Adroit 93 Geraint's lady 94 German valley 96 D-Day craft 97 — Cruces, NM 98 Golfer Alcott 100 Least humid 102 '58 Everty Brothers hit 104 Antique auto 107 Pie nut 108 Do Europe 110 Strut 112 Cuban currency 113 Erie's colleague 114 Neighbor of Jordan 116 See 95 Across 118 Employees 120 "Green Mansions" girl 122 Actress Nielsen 124 Carlo Menotti 125 Punta del — 126 Prepare prunes 129 Darjeeling export 130 "Yo!" 131 Metallurgist's concern 8UT OLIVE AIN'T TALKIN ^ T'ME! & WHAT ARE YOU DOING HERE?...I THOUGHT VOU HAD A DINNER DATE ./-A WITH OLIVE/ N WHAT HAPPENED FORGIVE ME. > MY WONDERFUL SAILORMAN / , ' I WUZ S'POSE TA N REMEMBER IT'S THE ANNtVERSITY OF OUR L FIRS'MEETIN'/ > I'M GOING HOME TO MAKE A FABULOUS SPINACH SOUF1 FOR TOMORROW NIGHT/ ' SO WHAT ^ ARE YOU DOING FOR OLIVE . TOMORROW ?y THA'S SWELL; OLIVE/ I'M GONNA WISH HER A HAPPY ANNIVERS1TY/ BY HOCUS-FOCUS HENRY BOLT IN OFF r GUESS I'LL SEE YOU HERE AGAIN TOMORROW "1 7/r-i NIGHT/ J Weekly SUDOKU by Linda Thistle JU6T FRIENDS Find at least six differences in details between panels. Place a number in the empty boxes in such a way that each row across, each column down and each small 9-box square contains all of the numbers from one to nine. JL16T ! DIFFICULTY THIS WEEK: * • Moderate *• Challenging • • • HOO BOY! © 2007 King Features Syria.. Inc. World rights reserved. -auo6 •papuepo uaeq seq ||b/\a "9 sj piajqspuiM '9 luaja^ip si 6uijjb3 t- Tiiajewip aje sdBoqnn '6 6uissioi si aouaj z ja6jB| si aaji • \. -.saouaja^iQ Answers on page 5A Now you can stay close to family and friends with unlimited long-distance* from SkyBest. As part of a SkySelectionsSM bundle of residential services, you can talk all you want and enjoy our most popular calling features. 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With several different types puzzle of habitats in the region, including savannahs, tropical rainforests, 2. These are excellent mothers. using the deserts, mountains, and many more, there are many different 4. Fastest mammal on Earth. 8. Gallons of water an elephant clues provided. can drink daily. types of animals. Some of the most well known are: lion, zebra, 9. A deer-like animal in Africa. giraffe, elephant, cheetah, and impala. There are so many diverse 11. Main staple of a giraffe diet? species, that it would be impossible to touch on each one! DOWN CLUB: The African lion is known as the King of the Beasts. The male lion has the characteristic 1. There are many different mane, or fur, surrounding his neck. Lion families are called prides and usually consist of regions & about 10-15 lions, including the young cubs. Elephants are one of the longest-living animals in Africa. in the world, with a lifespan as great as 70 years. They are very family-orientated and intelli­ 3. Cheetahs can run gent creatures. Female elephants are excellent mothers. The elephant families care for the 5. Zebra family group is called? mph. young, the very old, and the sick members of the group. Their diet consists mostly of grass, 6. Black & white striped animal. and they can consume upwards of 50 gallons of water a day. The giraffe is the tallest animal 7. Tallest animal in the world. on Earth; they can grow as tall as 18 feet in height. They primarily live off the leaves of tall 10. Lion families are called? AFRICAN CROSSWORD trees. They do not form strong family groups. When they appear to be herding with other giraffes, it is most often due to the common food source. The zebra is an amazing sight, with its black and white stripes; the stripes are a defense mechanism, which makes it hard for predators to see them clearly. Zebras travel in family groups called harems for most of their lives; however, young males travel in all male groups until they are able to have fami­ lies of their own. The cheetah is the fastest land mammal on Earth. It runs up to speeds of AFRICAN ADDITION TIME 70 miles per hour. These cats are solitary creatures and are hard to spot. They do not form large family groups, but the mothers do care for their young, teaching them many things, 2) Solve the addition 6) problems to the left. OilYa iTr?, Z/V'o. qff a n h r X S: 3 6 ''TTTH 1 A A Ci i\l H d I 3 EiA n xFaK A/l>r a cM x z y 3;ihn- <id a Iya z, d aja jHA'•» 3/6 4 y<d »y I/R oy gff, s (3 ; 3 z iRyj'd it, i/^o/aii x|o|Djw/nm yi 9. O/O' 1/8 r o lio'iV/sL o; i: N11 ys/k/ti^K'/'o \y>» a I uaJI KW5 VALC® 1 0 N a ;3|H j a yj/t 3w> tjjikr 0 0 * 3 i T i / v * y K " d / y ^ <Hd p e n x o -\^yv 'n a S a r a: o \r j o N i. 3/a A-oox VVTJO D\$N x i (i i a (fx o n z a n z a a a D primarily how to hunt. The impala is a deer-like creature which travels in herds. They are one of the most recognizable of the African animals, with their long horns, and WILD WOUD SCRAMBLE characterise leaps,ancI spring ZEBRA STRIPES MAZL Find the way from the zebra to the grass. I. FRAIAS > Q^/\f'|/\ Unscramble the letters below to find the •hidden words. 3. kdikid:::::' 4. ORHWATG 5) 58 + 58 7) 993 + 29 8) 404 + 29 5. LEWEDTIEBS NZIPMHECEA 7. RSNOREHOCI WILD ANIMAL WORD SEARCH 6. Find the names of the African Animals hidden below! B U lS80q0pi!M(g 6omJB/\A(t? >i!Q>l!Cl(e eoujv(2 !JejesU:suv F OSTRICH LOOK ALIKLS Circle the picture that is different. R K N L A K AFRICAN TRUE OR FALSI C Read the statement below. Then decide 2#:suv if it is true or false. Circle your answer. A KIDBITS 1. ELEPHANTS AR E BAD MO 11IFRS. 171 Did you know that the word J 2. AFRICA I IAS ONLY ONE. HABI TAT. I / F 'safari' comes from the Arabic 3. LION FAMILIES ARE CALLED PRIDES. I /I word for journey? A safari is Z 4. 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I.lghl Cumnwrdal «n<l Small lluslnrss Arrrplrd Conlacl us nl: -39MM4 or XM-292-3211 S28 • personal • construction West Jefferson, NC • 336.846.1044 pfe Ashe County Builders Supply "Complete Line of Building Supplies" 127 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson 336-246-3367 �PAGE 8B FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Little Theatre to open new play this month While those of you who had a game of dominoes and a bit the good fortune to attend of liquid refreshment. When Ashe County Little Theatre's a new recruit appears, the production of Greater Tuna are Knights have the opportunity still laughing, ACLT is already to resurrect their initiation rehearsing another show. Pres­ rite; what initially appears to ton Jones' comedy the Last be a serious drama soon re­ Meeting of the Knights of the veals its true character - that of unbridled White Mag­ comedy. nolia contin­ The cast, ues the Texas which is focus on life T h e L a s j composed of in a small town and on Moetii)3| |fnhe ACLT vet­ erans and the "charac­ ne wc o mters" who live Knights r.iv ers, features there. Tickets the follow­ are on sale for of tne ing players: this madcap Bill Baker, comedy fea­ .White 1 Cagnol R a m s e y turing a cast guaranteed Eyes; Dayne to leave you Hodges, Rufe laughing from Phelps; Ver­ non Taylor, start to fin­ Olin Potts; ish. Knights f • Jeff Dreyer, will run from Red Grover; September 27 through Sep­ Mike War­ i tember 30, ren, L. D. Al­ with evening exander; Tom shows on September 27, 28, Fowler, Colonel J. C. Kincaid; and 29 and a Sunday matinee Scott Kastl, Skip Hampton; on September 30. Shawn Dain, Milo Crawford; Directed by Michael Yelton, and Brandon Kearley, Lonnie and produced by Linda Harms, Roy. this southern comedy was first All performances will be presented at the Broadhurst held at the Ashe Civic Center. Theater in New York and was Reserved seating for Knights awarded the 1977 Drama •is available in advance from Desk Award for Outstanding the Ashe County Arts Council. New Play. Knights is set in the Tickets are $10.00 for adults meeting room of the "Knights and $5.00 for students; they of the White Magnolia," locat­ are now on sale at the Ashe ed on the third floor of the Cat­ Arts Center, either in person, tleman's Hotel in Bradleyville, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Texas. The time is 1962, and Credit cards are accepted. the Knights have long ago For more information lost sight of their initial pur­ please call the Ashe County pose; they now meet to share Arts Council. is K News from the Chamber... •Join your friends and neighbors for a doggone great event! The Humane Society's Annual Fashion Show and Silent Auction at Jefferson Landing on Saturday, Sept. 8. •Mark your calendars for the next Chamber Busi­ ness Breakfast at Villages of Ashe, a truly unique housing community. That will be at 8 a.m. Thursday, September 13. Please RSVP by Tuesday, Sept. 11! Cost is $6 at the door. •Employers! The Ashe County Job Fair is coming up on Sept. 25 - time to register your business to participate! Time will be 2 to 6 p.m. at Family Central. Click here to download a registration form, which you can then mail back to Becky Greer with registra­ tion fee. Or call her at Wilkes Community College at 336846-3900, ext. 224. •The Ashe Memorial Hos­ pital Foundation Gala is scheduled to take place on September 15 at Jefferson Landing. All proceeds will benefit the Foundation. One of the highlights of the silent and live auction will be a Swarovski Crystal eagle figu­ rine. The gala is an optional black tie evening featuring fine dining and dancing pre­ ceded by hors d'oeuvres and an open bar. For more infor­ mation, call AMH at 336-8467101. •A reminder: The Na­ tional Committee for the New River (NCNR) has set a New River Clean Up Date! NCNR will be hosting New River Clean Ups in Watauga, Ashe, and Alleghany coun­ ties on September 8. To join them please email Courtney Wait at Courtney@ncnr.org or call 336-846-4871. In ad­ dition, the NCNR is holding its Annual Membership Cel­ ebration at 11 a.m., Satur­ day, September 15, 2007, at the Claytor Lake State Park, Shelter # 1 in Virginia. See the website: www.ncnr.org, or email info@ncnr.org for more information. •Since North Carolina passed legislation in 2004, which prohibited schools in the state from starting prior to Aug. 25, many states-have followed suit. A recent sur­ vey of schools' start dates around the country in 20062007 showed these school openings: Before Aug. 14: 12 percent; Week of Aug. 14: 20 percent; Week of Aug. 21: 24 percent; Week of Aug. 28: 20 percent; After Labor Day: 24 percent. •Please help support Ashe Outreach Ministries' feed­ ing of 1100 folks per month by joining them for a fish fry fundraiser this Friday night (Sept. 7) from 4 to 8 p.m. - bluegrass, fish and fun - take-out available at 9382 Highway 88 West, Clifton. Call 336-385-1314. •A two-day symposium on the people and history of Flat Top Manor, part of the Moses Cone Memorial Park near Blowing Rock, will be held Sept. 28-29 in Watauga County. The free symposium is sponsored by the Blow­ ing Rock Historical Society, Appalachian State Univer­ sity and the Department of History, and the Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation. Pro­ grams will be held at the Hayes Performing Arts Cen­ ter in Blowing Rock and the Broyhill Inn and Conference Center in Boone. For more information and registration materials call 828-262-2753. For more information, visit: http://www.news. appstate. edu/2007/07/09/cone-manor. •The Fifth Annual Quilt Fair by the Ashe County Piecemakers Quilt Guild will be held Friday Sept. 21 and Saturday, Sept. 22 at Jeffer­ son Station from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday. Call 336246-3230 for more informa­ tion. •Tis The Season is now open on the Back Street of West Jefferson. Visit them now for unique gift items. It's Christmas all year long in the High Country. They carry hand-blown ornaments from Inge-Glas, Ditz bears and trees, tin toys from yester­ year, Portmerion and Mandy Bagwell dinnerware. It's al­ ways Christmas at 'Tis The Season! Visit them at 314 South Second Street or call them at 336-846-9488. £OMMUNITY NLIL1 New River Fishing Information I Saturday September 8 An information table will be set up at the canoe access at New River State Park's US Hwy 221 Access. There will be maps and fishing information avail­ able. A ranger will be on hand to answer questions from 1:30 until 3:00 pm. Photo by Tom Fowler/www tomfowler.net Mount Jefferson Nature Hike Hiko Saturday, September, 15 Meet at Picnic Shelter 2:00pm — u> gu ior a nike up on Mount Jefferson. The-A® ers and birds have been in abundance. Meet the Par . for a hike into the natural world that exists above 40UU rc. sturdv shnoc Wear sturdy shoes. Fall Season Nature Hike Sunday, September, 16 Meet at Picnic Shelter 2:00 pm , w Meet the park ranger for a hike out to Luther Rock, we will be exploring some of the ecological interconnections an early fall colors on Mt. Jefferson. We will offer opportunities to investigate the circle of life on this mountain top. Wear sturdy shoes. Creatures of the Night/Night Sky Program Friday, September 21 Meet at first overlook 7:30- 9:00 pm Get out of the house and come on up to the first overlook for an evening of fun. Meet the park ranger and learn about some of the nocturnal animals that live on the mountain. Later we will watch the stars and fireflies after twilight fades, so bring a chair to this free summer program. Please call for further information (336) 246-9653. Tom Dooley Saturday, September 22 Meet at picnic shelter 2:00pm Join a Western North Carolina native as he relives the last days of the North Carolina legend, Tom Dooley. Did Tom Dooley murder Laura Foster in the Shadows of the Blue Ridge? The infamous story will be accompanied by songs to include the "Ballad of Tom Dooley." Participants should meet at the Park Picnic Shelter All programs are free and open to the public. Guided Canoe Trip Sunday, September 9 Join Park Rangers at the Wagoner Road Access for this 2 hour float down the Wild and Scenic New River. The trip will take approximately 2 hours from beginning to end. You will learn some basic canoeing paddle strokes and other useful in­ formation to help you paddle safely. The Rangers will inter­ pret many sights along the route. The trip will end with one of the local outfitters shuttling you back to the Wagoner Access Road. This trip is limited to 8 visitors per trip, so please call the park office to have your name added to the list. The outfitters charge a minimal fee for shuttling. Park phone number is 336982-2587. Dogwood Trail Hike Sunday September 16 Take a short walk to the scenic overlook with a ranger and discuss the flora and fauna of New River! Trail is handicap accessible and a short easy walk. Meet at the Hwy 221 Access picnic shelter on Sunday September 16 at 11:00 am Riverview Trail Hike Saturday 1:30 pm September 22 Join a Ranger at the Alleghany Access of the New River State Park for a 1.3 mile hike around the Riveryiew Trail. Please call the park office at 336-982-2587 and sign up for this program and to get directions. Guided Canoe Trip Sunday, September 23 Join Park Rangers at the Wagoner Road Access for this 2 hour float down the Wild and Scenic New River. The trip will take approximately 2 hours from beginning to end. You will learn some basic canoeing paddle strokes and other useful in­ formation to help you paddle safely. The Rangers will inter­ pret many sights along the route. The trip will end with one of the local outfitters shuttling you back to the Wagoner Access Road. This trip is limited to 8 visitors per trip, so please call the park office to have your name added to the list. The outfitters charge a minimal fee for shuttling. Park phone number is 336982-2587. Dangerous Plants and Animals Sunday, September 30, 2:00 p.m. Learn about the plants and animals you need to be aware of while enjoying the great outdoors at New River State Park. Join a ranger at Hwy 221 Access picnic shelter on September 30 at 2:00 pm. Our lowest price ever may astound you. $50 FOR UNDER /MO EMBARQ™ HOME PHONE PLUS HIGH-SPEED INTERNET (Excludes taxes, fees and surcharges. Applies to up to 768K speed. $15 activation fee applies. Free modem available for $1A.95 shipping and handling fee.) This is our no-gimmick, non-promotional price. Reliable Home Phone service with a clear connection and no delays. 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SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 N. www.jeffersonpost.com E9KER Pa9e Volume 82, Issue 73 ig Buyer found for Tigra building by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor An out of town buyer is planning to purchase the Tigra property in West Jefferson and then turn around and re­ sell it for industrial use. This deal is contingent upon the town continuing to provide water and sewer to the site, which the board of aldermen agreed on Thursday night to do. Tigra was never officially annexed or zoned by the town due to a paperwork error, and once this was discovered the property owners were in­ formed they had to request the actions. They did not do so by the town's July deadline so the town started charging Tigra out-of-town rates for water and sewer services. A local businessman had an option to buy the Tigra building and approximately 15-acre property for lease of the industrial space and cre­ ation of office facilities and townhouses, but the town would not annex or zone the property without a request from the owners, so that plan never materialized. High Country Realty owner Vivian Miller appeared at the aldermen meeting Thursday to inform the board she has a buyer interested in the prop­ erty if the town would contin­ ue providing water and sewer. Miller said this buyer would immediately put the prop­ erty back on the market for industrial use. Town Manager Greg McGinnis said the new property owner would need to request voluntary annexation of the site and the town could then zone it for industrial use Any extension of water and sewer to the outlying parcels would be contingent upon the property being voluntarily annexed and zoned for indus­ trial use. Tigra continues to have of­ fice space at the site, and Mill­ er said the company would continue leasing this space for at least two years once the property is sold. Town Attorney Jim Reeves said Tigra may owe a return on incentive money paid to the company as it did not meet the employment and economic agreements during its opera­ tion. The company accepted a $300,000 incentives package See Tigra, page 5A Post photo by Linda Burchette Get a glimpse of Ashe County's heritage at the Mountain Farm Life Museum in Ashe County Park. Exhibits include a variety of early farming implements, music, paintings and much more. Farm Museum now open by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Ed Barnett Charles L. Ruland Jeffrey Springer Sex offenders busted City in June of this year. Wil­ liams rej>orted he was living Three convicted sex offend­ in Creston at the time of his ers were busted by the.Sher-" aiTest. Barnett was arrested ifFs Office during the past Aug. 27, and has been re­ two weeks for the same crime: leased under a $25,000 se­ failing to register properly. cured bond. All three men came to the •Charles L. Ruland, who county from other states, also goes under the alias where they had served time Charles Leonard Tiller, age for sex-related crimes. While 50, was convicted of indecent each had registered at some liberty with a minor in 1993 time while living here, Sher­ in Suffolk County, New York. iff James Williams said they He served three years and were alleged to have not kept nine months. Ruland was first those registrations current. reported in Lansing in 2003, The three men are: and, according to the Regis­ •Ed Barnett, age 59, was try, had moved to Jefferson in convicted of sex offense—first March of this year. Williams degree in Johnson County, said Ruland was alleged to be Tenn., in 1999. He moved to living in Creston at the time Creston in April 2006, accord­ of his arrest. At press time, he ing to the N.C. Sex Offender was in the county jail under a and Public Protection Reg­ $50,000 secured bond. istry, and then to Mountain •Jeffrey Springer, age 41, by Jim Thompson icditor was convicted of indecent lib­ erty with a minor in N iw Cas- tie County, Delaware, in 2000 and was sentenced to three years probation. The sheriff said Springer was alleged to be moving between this coun­ ty and Alleghany at the time of his arrest. At press time, he was in the county jail under a $25,000 secured bond. Williams noted that a number of convicted sex of­ fenders have moved into the county from out of state. He stressed that his department keeps a close watch to make sure such persons comply with North Carolina law. For information about reg­ istered sex offenders in North Carolina, you can search the Registry—which is main­ tained by the attorney gen­ eral—at ncfindoffender.com. They say you can't know where you're going until you know where you've been. Visitors to the Ashe County Mountain Farm Life Museum can get a good perspective on how far the county has cOme by enjoying the exhibits of a rich heritage. Located in Ashe County Park in Jefferson, the Moun­ tain Farm Life Museum offers a fine example of the agricul­ tural and musical heritage of this once lost province. Volun­ teers have been working hard over the past several years to develop this wonderful facil­ ity Focusing on the county's agricultural past, exhibits of­ fer a look at the rugged and primitive implements of early farming and life in a moun­ tain community. Folks are coming from near and far to get a glimpse of how their an­ cestors lived and worked. Dr. Lee Beckworth and his son Josh have developed a special section of the mu­ seum dedicated to early mu­ sicians. The Mountain Music Collection is a delight of early music in Ashe and surround­ ing counties. Exhibits are a tribute to such performers as Albert Hash, the Virginia Mountain Boys, Henry Whitter and G.B. Grayson, the Carolina Nighthawks, Frank '•T* tLKTH. Post photo by Linda Burchette The Mountain Music Collection is a fine example of Ashe County's rich musical heritage in tae Mountain Life Farm Museum in Jefferson. Blevins and His Tar Heel New York Governor A1 Smith Rattlers, and many more. in his bid for the presidency Read about the song "Tom in 1928. Frank Blevins and Dooley," performed by Henry His Tar Heel Rattlers trav Whitter and G.B. Grayson eled to Atlanta by hired tax and see the original records. in the late 1920s to recorc Grayson participated in the their music. capture of Tom Dula, hanged The Mountain Music Col in 1868 for the murder of Lau­ lection features instruments ra Foster. There is a framed original records and jackets lock of Laura's hair, a prized record players and photo possession of Grayson who graphs of the early musician helped look for the missing who influenced the sound; girl involved in a love triangle of today's bluegrass and ol( with Dula and Ann Melton. time performers. The Carolina Nighthawks Beloved Ashe County art performed "Governor A1 See Museum, page 5/ Smith for President" to help Ashe man files to run for Congress Surrounded by family, close friends, and supporters, Roy Carter announced his candidacy for Congress dur­ ing a Labor Day gathering at his home in Ashe County. A native resident of Western North Carolina and a lifelong Democrat, Carter is an edu­ cator in the Wilkes County Public School System and is the head coach of the North Wilkes High School football team. In a setting that over­ looked the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains and neigh­ boring Christmas Tree farms, Carter shared his motivation for entering the Fifth district race. "I am truly honored to run for Congress in this great region of North Carolina, a place I am proud to call my home. As we gather on this Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com Surrounded by family and supporters, Roy Carter (seated) announced his candidacy on Labor Day. He will be running as a Democrat In the Fifth Congressional District race. Farmers Market set for evening The Ashe County Farmers Market will be in good company on Friday, Sept. 14, from 5 to 8 p.m. when "Nite Time on the Backstreet" shares the backstreet with the Appalachian Mountain Girls performing in the park right next door. This once a month evening market features many of the wonderful, local handmade and homegrown items that can be found at the Saturday morning market. The market vendors are excited to be part of the second Friday events in downtown West Jef­ ferson which also include the Gallery Crawl and the Concert in the Park series. Labor Day, we must remem­ ber that the working families of our district deserve a true and honest representative of the people every day of the year," said Carter." I grew up in these mountains, I have raised a family in Western North Carolina, and I know the kind of struggles that our citizens face daily." In his remarks, Carter ex­ plained that his campaign is committed to bridging the partisan divide that has po­ larized the Fifth district in recent years. "In my life and in my ca­ reer, I have never been too shy to step up to a challenge and stick to my principles," Carter said. "I will not sit on the sidelines at a time when our district needs an effective leader who will bring people together and find real solu­ This will be the last evening market of the year but the farmers market will still be open on Wednesday and Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. through the end of October plus two holiday markets in November and again in December. Grand opening on Friday A grand opening for Creative Food Ventures at Family Central is planned Friday, Sept. 14 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Take tours of the commercial kitchen, meet the staff and taste examples of the delightful treats being created in the kitchen. Tours of the kitchen and Family Central will be tions for economic prosper­ ity, educational excellence, and healthcare reform. I am ready and willing to serve the people of our district as their personal advocate in Congress." ' Roy Carter and his wife Pat have been married for 43 years and attend First Bap­ tist Church of West Jeffer­ son. The Carters have three children and are expecting their second grandchild. Roy Carter has served the students of Ashe, Surry, and Wilkes Counties as a teach­ er and football coach for the past forty years. The Fifth congressional district includes Alexander, Alleghany, Ashe, Davie, Sur­ ry, Stokes, Watauga, Wilkes, and Yadkin Counties as well as portions of Forsyth, Ire­ dell, and Rockingham. held at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. with a special ceremony around noon. Guests will include Sen. Steve Goss and Rep. Cullie Tarleton, Commission Chairman Richard Blackburn, a representative of the North Carolina Department of Agriculture, and others. Visitors can see and taste creations of the Purple Sweet Potatoes, the semi-automatic pie making machine, and enjoy a buffet of samples from Manager Rhonda Church and assistants Jacky Brown and Julie Goodman. Debbie Fishel will be offering her Moravian chicken pies. For more information on Creative Ventures at Family Central, call 982-5127. �PAGE 2A TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES fabrication manufacturing company. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruby Anne Mor­ ris Johnson. H« is survived by two sons: Donald Ray Johnson of Houston, Texas and Robert Clyde Johnson, of Granbury, Texas, two daughters, Nancy Jeanelle Knotts and Judith Elizabeth Leek, both of West Jefferson, NC; a sister, Jeanette Cannon of Huntsville, AL. eight grandchildren, Erik Peterson of Charlotte, Raymond Dorris NC; Judith Dalbert of Texas Johnson Cith, TX; Parrish Knotts of West Jefferson, N.C. Tampa, FL; Janelle Knots of March 25,1917 Tampa, FL; Naomi Meleski September 5, 2007 and Natalie Johnson, both of Mr. Raymond Dorris John­ Houston, TX; Christ Leek of son, age 90, of West Jefferson, Waynesville, NC; Jason Leek died Wednesday morning, of Pleasanton, CA; Travis September 5, 2007 at Garoli- Daoust of Weatherford, TX nas Medical Center in Char­ and Deanette McClintock of lotte, NC. Springtown, TX; also surviv­ A Celebration of Life was ing ten great-grandchildren held Saturday, September 8 and several nieces and neph­ at 11 a.m. at the Smethport ews. United Methodist Church The family requests that with Rev. Gregg Plott offici­ memorials be made to the ating. The family received Smethport United Method­ friends from 10 to 11 a.m. on ist Church Building Fund, Saturday, one hour prior to PO 187, Warrensville, NC the service. 28693. Mr. Johnson was born in You may give the family Memphis, Tenn., on March your condolence at our web­ 25, 1917 to the late Raymond site www.boonefuneralhome. Peter Johnson and to Mossie com. Atfield Johnson. He served in Boone Family Funeral the United States Navy dur­ Home of West Jefferson is ing World War II. He worked in charge of these arrange­ as an accountant at a steel ments. Edna Irene Scott Hampton, Va. September 22,1923 September 2, 2007 Edna Irene Scott, age 83 of Hampton, Va., formerly of Ashe County, N.C., died Sun­ day, September 2, 2007 at the Sentara Careplex Hospital. Miss Scott was born Sep­ tember 22, 1923 in Ashe County to the late Grady and Fern Davis Scott. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by a sister, Jenny Scott; brothers, Dennis and Joe Scott; and nephew, Chris Scott. Miss Scott was a member of Zion United Methodist Church. She was also an as­ sociate member of the First United Methodist Church in Hampton, Va. She was lov­ ingly devoted to her family and friends and was always willing to help everyone in any way possible. She was a retired NASA engineer. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Septem­ ber 8, 2007 at the Zion United Methodist Church with Rev. Brenda Brashear officiating. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Miss Scott lay in state one hour prior to the service. Flowers will be appreci­ ated or memorials may be made to: Zion United Methodist Church Cemetery Fund d o James Taylor, 580 Grant Houck Rd., Todd, NC 28684. Miss Scott is survived by: a sister: Eugina Scott of Hampton, Va.; two sisters in­ law, Margie Scott of West Jef­ ferson, NC and Ruth Scott of Todd, NC; and several nieces and nephews. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Ruby Eastridge Ham Creston, N.C. February 15,1937 September 3, 2007 Mrs. Ruby Eastridge Ham, age 70, of Creston, died Mon­ day evening, September 3, 2007 at Watauga Medical Center. Funeral services were held on Thursday, September 6, 2007 at 7 p.m. at Big Springs Baptist Church with Rev. Tim Ham, Rev. J.B. Ham and Rev. Darrell Graybeal officiating. Graveside services were held on Friday, September 7, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Roten Cemetery in Creston. The family received friends Kenneth Thomas Newell Jonesville, N.C. March 8, 1964 August 31, 2007 Mr. Kenneth Thomas New­ ell, 43, a very loving father, uncle, son, and brother, of US Highway 21 passed away un­ expectedly Friday, August 31, 2007 at his home. He was born March 8,1964 in Forsyth County. Mr. New­ ell was a gifted carpenter and was very artistic. He was of the Pentecostal Holiness Faith, and enjoyed spending time outdoors like camping and fishing, with his family. He was preceded in death by his father James Ray New­ ell. Sr., and by his grandpar­ ents, Troy and Gladys Myers. Surviving are his two beloved children, his son, Josh New­ ell, and daughter, Kacy New­ ell, both of West Jefferson; his former wife and friend, Betty Lynn Evans Wyatt from 5:00-7:00pm on Thurs­ day, two hours prior to the funeral service. Mrs. Ham was born in Johnson County, Tennes­ see on Monday, February 15, 1937. She was a Homemaker. She is survived by her husband, Joe Ham, of the home; a son, Mike Farmer, of Deep Gap, N.C.; two daugh­ ters, Tammy Lowe, of Moun­ tain City, Tenn., and Shelia Latham, of Creston, N.C.; two sisters, Ethel Jones of Cres­ ton and Ruth Pack, of Ararat, Virginia; seven grandchil­ Harry Lee Goss dren, Chad Lowe, of KnoxLansing, N.C. ville, Tenn., Chasity Stout, of May 22,1929 Mountain City, Tenn., Travis September 6, 2007 Latham, of West Jefferson, Mr. Harry Lee Goss, age Brandi Latham, of Creston, Jeremiah Farmer, Joshua 78, of Lansing, died Thursday Farmer and Hannah Farmer, morning, September 6, 2007 all of Deep Gap, N.C.; three at Segraves Nursing Care great-grandchildren, Sa­ Center. Funeral services were held die Stout, Maggie Stout and on Saturday, September 8, Landon Latham; and several nieces and nephews also sur­ 2007 at 2 p.m. at Boone Fami­ ly Funeral Home Chapel with vive. You may give the family Rev. Larry Shepherd officiat­ your condolences at our web­ ing. Burial followed in the site www.boonefuneralhome. Goss Cemetery with military rites. com. The family received friends Boone Family Funeral from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Joyce Newell; his mother and step-father, Judy M. (Frank) Nolan, of Hickory; 2 sisters, Lesa Myers, Jonesville; Debbi Marion, Winston-Salem; 2 brothers, Ray (Linda) Newell, Yadkinville; Michael (Gina) Newell, Jonesville; 2 brothersin-law, Jessie Thomas, Mike O'Brien; step-sister, Michele (Ken) Mahnke; step-broth­ ers, Kevin (Vickie) Nolan; Bill (Bobbie) Nolan; several niec­ es and nephews; and his spe­ cial friend and dog, Sparky. His funeral service was held at the Gentry Family Cha­ pel by Rev. Alvin Hayes and Rev. Jeff Davis. Burial follow edin the Swan Creek Baptist Church Cemetery. The family will received friends at Gen­ try Family Funeral Service on Little Mountain Road in Jonesville, and other times at the home of his brother, Mi­ chael Newell, 6404 Highway 21, Jonesville. grandchildren, Kyndal and Zoe Wyatt; a brother and sister-in-law, Bill and Betty Sparta, N.C. Evans of China Grove; three September 22, 1923 sisters and two brothers-inSeptember 8, 2007 law, Sharon Cooper of Ander­ Betty Lynn Evans Wy­ son, Indiana, Gaile and Bill att, age 64, of 22 Lyon Drive, Ritter of Gibsonville, Carol the church cemetery. Sparta, died Saturday morn­ Franklin D. Bare The family received friends ing, September 8,2007, at the and Huey Wheeler of Laurel West Jefferson, N.C. from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Sep­ Alleghany Memorial Hospital Springs; several nieces and October 9,1934 nephews also survive. Funer­ tember 4,2007, at Badger Fu­ in Sparta. September 2, 2007 al services were conducted neral Home. She was the daughter of Mr. Franklin D. Bare, bet­ at 2 p.m. Monday, September Mr. Bare is survived by two the late Roy and Maude Fairter known as Frank, age 72 of 10 at the Grandview Memo­ West Jefferson, died Sunday, nephews, Eric Bare of West cloth Evans, and was also rial Chapel in Sparta. Burial Jefferson and Shane Bare of preceded in death by sisters, September 2, 2007 at Watau­ followed in the Antioch Cem­ Wilkesboro. Barbara Perkins and Judy ga Medical Center in Boone. Flowers are accepted or Taylor, brothers, Kenneth etery in the Stratford Com­ Mr. Bare was born on Octo­ munity near Sparta. ber 9, 1934 to the late Wilson memorials may be made to Clifford and Bud Evans. The family received friends She is survived by two and Annie Ruth Miller Bare. the Riverview Primitive Bap­ tist Church Cemetery Fund, daughters and sons-in-law, one hour prior to the funeral He worked all his life as a service at the funeral home farmer. Including his parents c/o John Paul Miller 1897 Pam and Phil Horton of Spar­ and at other times at the Conley Cheek Road, Fleet­ ta, Kim and Chris Anderson he was preceded in death by home of Pam and Phil Horton of Millers Creek; a son and one brother, Wade Hampton wood, NC 28626. You may send the family daughter-in-law, Mark and at 66 Lyon Drive in Sparta. Bare. Flowers are appreciated or your condolences through our Melissa Wyatt of Mt. Airy; Funeral services were held memorials may be made to on Wednesday, September 5, website www.badgerfuneral- three grandchildren, Adam the Alleghany County Rescue and Katelyn Wyatt and Mat­ 2007, at 2 p.m. at Riverview home.com Badger Funeral Home was thew Anderson; two great­ Squad, P.O. Box 351, Sparta, Primitive Baptist Church NC 28675. with Elder James McNeill of­ entrusted with Mr. Bare's ar­ ficiating. Burial followed in rangements. fax •***& ofotutvUeo, <ut froye 54 / Anna Mae Manley Goodman wife, Janet, of Todd, Leonard Michael, of Millers Creek, Hobart Michael and wife, Todd, N.C. Lillian, of Jefferson, Willard June 21,1919 Goodman and wife, Esta, of August 29, 2007 Boone and Grover Goodman Mrs. Anna Mae Manley" and wife, Loretta, of Fleet­ Goodman, age 88, of Todd, wood; two daughters, Carolyn died Wednesday morning, Shepherd and husband, John, August 29, 2007 at her resi­ of Todd, Lola Grogan, of Todd; dence. two brothers, Gene Manley, of Funeral services were Dandridge, Tenn., and Ralph held on Saturday, September Manley, of Talbot, Tenn.; nine 1, 2007 at 11 a.m. at Boone grandchildren, Terry Mi­ Family Funeral Home Chapel chael, Glenn Michael, Sharon with Rev. Jim Rash and Rev. Cook, Terry Charles, Cullan Jack Miller officiating. Buri­ Grogan, Linda Hardeman, al followed in the Goodman David Gragg, Debbie Joyce Cemetery. and Kristy Hamby; five great­ The family received friends grandchildren, Dylan Little, from 10 to 11 a.m. on Satur­ Natalie Little, Matthew Gro­ day, one hour prior to the fu­ gan, Mason Grogan and Ben­ neral service. jamin Joyce; and several niec­ Mrs. Goodman was born es and nephews also survive. in Granger, TN on Saturday, The family requests no June 21, 1919 to the late Wil­ flowers please! liam Bill Manley and to Nellie In lieu of flowers memori­ Kate Gobble Manley. She was als may be made to: Goodman a homemaker. She was also a Family Cemetery, c/o Jack member at Laurel Knob Bap­ Goodman, 2491 NC Hwy. 194 tist Church. South, Todd, NC 28684 or to She was preceded in death High Country Health Care by her husband, Jacob Wil- Systems Hospice, PO Box lard Goodman; a son, Da­ 421, Jefferson, NC 28640. vid Michael; a daughter, Ina You may give the family Gragg; a grandson, Linnie your condolences at our web­ Michael; three brothers, Les­ site www.boonefuneralhome. ter Manley, Raymond, Manley com. and J.D. Manley and a sister, Boone Family Funeral Mary Elyzebeth Manley. Home of West Jefferson is She is survived by five in charge of these arrange­ sons, Barry Goodman and ments. Loyd Witherspoon Jefferson, N.C. April 14, 1915 September 8, 2007 Mr. Loyd Witherspoon, age 92, of Jefferson, died Satur­ day morning, September 8, 2007 at the Margate Health & Rehab Center in Jefferson. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 pm Monday, Sep­ tember 10, 2007 at the Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel in West Jefferson with Rev. Steve LeaShomb officiating. Interment followed in the Friendship Baptist Church Cemetery in Jefferson. The family received friends from 1:30 to 3 p.m. prior1 to Keith Winchell Carrier Crumpler, N.C. November 11,1950 August 27, 2007 Mr. Keith Winchell Car­ rier, age 56, of Crumpler, died Monday afternoon, August 27, 2007 at his residence. Funeral services were held on Thursday, August 30, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Boone Family Fu­ neral Home Chapel with Rev. Carroll Flannery officiating. Burial followed in the Chest­ nut Hill Baptist Church Cem­ etery. The family received friends from 1 to 2 p.m. on Thursday, one hour prior to the funeral service. Mr. Carrier was born in Bristol, Virginia on Saturday, November 11,1950 to the late Garland Lendell Carrier and Minnie Alice Miller Carrier. He was a Truck Driver. He is survived by two spe­ September 7, 2007 at Boone Family Funeral Home. Mr. Goss is survived by his wife Martha Roe Goss; three sons, David Lee Goss of Boone, Doug Goss of Lan­ sing and Robert Goss of Lau­ rel Springs; two daughters, Lillian McElrath of Linville Falls and Stella Reavis of Lansing; six grandchildren; several nieces and nephews also survive. Mr. Goss was born in Ashe County on May 22, 1929 to Cicero Lee and Lillian Elea­ nor Barr Goss. He served in US Army during the Korean Conflict and worked for many years at Sprague Electric Company in the formation department. In addition to his parents, Harry was preceded in death by a daughter, Louise Goss, two brothers, Ralph and Tom Goss and a sister, Blanche Gambill. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. the services on Monday. Mr. Witherspoon was born April 14,1915 in Ashe County to James E. and Effie Burkett Witherspoon. He was a re­ tired farmer. He is survived by: his wife, Verona Miller Witherspoon, one son, Dean Witherspoon and wife Mary Alice of West Jefferson; one daughter, Judy Witherspoon Bare and hus­ band Gary of West Jefferson; five grandchildren; Trevor Witherspoon of Hickory, Ash­ ley Hollenbeck of Sykesville, Md., Shelley McNeill of West Jefferson, Shana Venable of Walnut Cove, NC and Joshua Bare of West Jefferson; five great grandchildren also sur­ vive. The family requests no food or flowers please! Memorials be made to: Friendship Bap­ tist Church Cemetery Fund PO Box 70, Jefferson, NC 28694 or the Midway Baptist Church Building Fund. 1670 Mt Jefferson Road, West Jef­ ferson, NC 29694. Boone Family Funeral Home, 2005 Mount Jefferson Road, West Jefferson, NC is in charge of the arrangements. cial daughters, Linda Gambill and Amy Osborne and hus­ band, Steve, all of Crumpler; his mother, Minnie Miller Carrier of Clairmont, NC; a brother, Timothy L. Carrier and wife, Penny, of Hiddenite, NC; four sisters, Audrey Bernice Freeman, of Taylorsville, Patricia S. Garrett and husband Arvil, of Hickory, Pamela J. Carrier and Kimberly Carrier and husband, Don, all of Clairmont; three grandchildren, Kaitlyn Gam­ bill, Cody Osborne and Landon Osborne; special friends, Claude and Brenda Gambill; several aunts and uncles also survive. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Open the Door on Your New Home Fixed rate loans Adjustable rate loans Quick approvals and closings oari Processor Lisa Ariarwc and Loan Officer, Carta Brannan First-time home-buyers program West Jefferson 08B S. Jefferson Ave. Highlands Union Bank "Faces you know... People you trust."SM rfNots �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 PAGE 3A COMMUNITY NEWS The Raleigh Report by Rep. Cullie Tarleton This session one of our goals was to reform election laws to make the elections process more accessible, transparent, and effective. It is important that the public has every opportunity to par­ ticipate in government at ev­ ery level and has the ability to make informed decisions. To do this, we have tried to make voting simpler. This week, I will review some of the efforts we have made in this area. On an unrelated matter, Governor Mike Easley has called the General Assembly back for a special session so that we can consider whether to override his veto of a bill that would provide economic incentives to the (joodyear tire plant in Cumberland County. The company has pledged to keep thousands of high-paying jobs and of­ fered to invest $200 million upgrading the plant in ex­ change for the incentives. The jobs are needed in the Rep. Cullie Tarleton region. Deployments have drained the local economy for more than 5 years and cur­ rently 25,000 soldiers from neighboring Fort Bragg are fighting abroad. These incen­ tives will help the economy of the region robust and protect one of the county's largest private employers. I voted in favor of the original bill (H1761) because I think if we can provide incentives to bring new business into the state, we ought to be will­ ing to help those businesses who have been here for years pumping millions into our state's economy. Thank you for your sup­ port and allowing me to give you this information. I hope you find it useful. Feel free to contact me if I can be of as­ sistance. Election Law Reform This session the General Assembly made a few chang­ es to election law. We ratified and Governor Easley signed into law a bill that makes it a felony to instruct or co­ erce non-citizens to vote. The bill (H1743) also establishes misdemeanor penalties for breaching ballot secrecy or trying to convince a person to select a party affiliation other than one of their own choosing. The bill also allows combined ballots and pro­ vides civil penalties for offi­ cials who are late reporting campaign contributions and expenditures. Penalties can be as high as three times the amount of funds concealed if the State Board of Elections finds that the officials delib­ erately concealed contribu­ tions or expenditures. Same-Day Registration We approved a new law (H91) which I co-sponsored that allows residents to reg­ ister and vote right away at one-stop voting sites during the last 2 V2 weeks before an election. Under the old law voters could vote early at one-stop voting sites, but registration ended 25 days before an election. The bill is intended to open up the vot­ ing process by eliminating some of the time barriers and by making it easy for people who want to vote to do so quickly and conveniently. Electoral College This session there were two bills introduced that would have reformed how the state allocates its votes in the Electoral College. The first bill (S954) would make North Carolina part of a compact of states that would agree to elect the president by a national popular vote. Each member state would conduct a statewide popu­ lar election to produce a na­ tional popular vote total. The presidential slate with the largest national popular vote total would be the national popular vote winner and would receive all of the elec­ toral votes from the states that were members of the compact. The bill passed the Senate, but it is still in com­ mittee in the House and will be eligible for consideration during next year's session. The second bill (S353) would allow the state to di­ vide its Electoral College votes based on the winner of the popular vote in each of the state's 13 congressio­ nal districts. The remaining two electoral votes would be given to the winner of the statewide popular vote. The bill passed the Senate and can still be considered in the House during the 2008 ses­ sion. Since neither of these bills was taken up in the House, I'd like to hear your thoughts. Email me at culliet@ncleg. net. Notes The Governor has pro­ claimed September 15-29 as "Fall Litter Sweep" in North Carolina. Roadside litter continues to be a problem across our state. I'd like to see stiffer fines and greater enforcement. I hope we'll all do our part to clean up our roadsides. The drought has created a severe hay shortage for our livestock farmers. I have been in touch with both County Extension Offices to offer my assistance as well as stay­ ing plugged into our State's Agriculture Department as they seek ways to provide our farmers with help. Polish minister coming here Rev. Adam Kuczma will be at Grassy Creek United Methodist Church on Wednesday, Sept. 19, at 7 p.m. Rev. Kuczma is a native of Poland, who was born in the city of Ternopil (which is now part of Ukraine). He grew up in the Pentecostal church. At the age of 19, the Rus­ sians took him to the concentra­ tion work camps of Siberia. God miraculously delivered Adam and brought him back to Po­ land where he became a leader in the Methodist church. He has served as pastor and superin- tendent of the Polish Methodist Churches for 30 years, presi­ dent of the English Speaking University of Warsaw, and pres­ ident of the Ecumenical Council of Poland. Kuczma has served on many international Chris­ tian committees in the former Eastern Bloc nations. Kuczma has just celebrated his 84th birthday. When he turned 75, he was honored by Poland and the Methodist churches for his service to his people. Polish national televi­ sion showed a 20-minute docu­ mentary on his life and works. He is still busy preaching and encouraging young min isters as well as writing a book on his life under communism. All are invited to come and hear his amazing testimony of God's love, grace and guidance. plenty of fun for everyone! The Festival Latino is a collaboration of Latinos Unidos, NC Cooperative Exten­ sion Ashe Center, Odd Fel­ lows, and is a fundraiser for the Ashe Latino Center. The Festival is sponsored by AF Bank, BREMCO, Guardian Insurance, Los Arcoiris, and Vannoy Construction. Ad­ mission is free! Call The Ashe Latino Center for further in­ formation at 982-3954.1 Rev. Adam Kuczma Festival Latino! Get ready to dance and celebrate at the Festival La­ tino on the Back Street in downtown West Jefferson on Sunday, September 23, start­ ing at 1 p.m.! This year we have a The boys of Cub Scout Pack 214 has a great timd—and learned lots of new skills—at Camp great variety of Jive music Survivor this summer. and dancers to spice up the autumn afternoon, along with a tasty selection of eth­ nic Latin foods for sale. The festivities begin at 1 and will continue until 6 p.m. or lat­ er. Many types of music will be performed live, including several varieties of popular Mexican music, such as Durengense, Norteno, Cumbia Cub Scout Pack 214 held ceremony and came back on niably the winner with his and romantic ballads. We their third annual Merit .Sunday for a service. apple cake. also have a special perfor­ Badge Camp July 20 at New Ranger Tom Randolph and Pack 214 would like to mance by international River State Park. Camp Sur­ Ranger Paul Bailey present­ thank the following for their singer, Cuban born Lisa Di vivor was this year's theme ed programs for the scouts on help and assistance at this Milo. "Di Milo has performed and scouts learned all types survival skills, teaching the year's camp: across the Americas with of survival and safety skills boys about plants and how K&K Stitch and Screen, many famous musicians. Her and enjoyed the beauty of the to collect water, and orien­ J&B Trout Lake at Shatley linguistic talent enables her park. teering, using a compass and Springs, Ranger Paul Bailey, to sing in eight different lan­ Scouts learned how to finding the North Star. Bob Ranger Tom Randolph, New guages and is equally at ease start a fire, how to find their Richardson came on opening River State Park staff and performing the Fiery Latin way if they are lost, and first night and provided Native Ranger Robinson, Bob Rich­ songs that reflect her Span­ aid. They were also able to American storytelling by the ardson and his wife, 'Til the ish background". make their own fishing rods campfire. Dr. Kevin Kurtz End band, Dr. Kevin Kurtz, We will have Salsa dancing and use them, thanks to J&B helped the boys learn first Brien and Terry Richardson, lessons for those who want to Trout Lake. They made some aid. Clark Reavis, and Johnny learn or polish their moves, new friends as well when The scouts also did work & Friends. Leaders: Shane and traditional dancers will they learned that a Christian with their leaders to earn and Shannon Scott, Jeff and also grace the stage. Chil­ music group, 'Til the End, was achievements for the upcom­ Michelle Cannon, Mike and dren will have a special area camping nearby. The group ing year. The leaders had a Sara Todd-Stone, Randall for creating arts and crafts in graciously came and played Dutch oven dessert cook-off and Martie Latham, and Cin­ celebration of Hispanic Heri­ for a special bridging over and Jeff Cannon was unde- dy Eller. tage Month. There will be Cub Scouts learn new skills at Camp Survivor Check out www.jeffersonpost.com Count on us for your financial advice. Heather Burgess 1441 Ml. •Jefferson Rd. West Jefferson, NC 28694 (336) 246-4345 JLeotmd 14th Annual Semi Dispersal Production Sale September 15th - Mt. Airy Stockyard Horses sell at 11:30a.m. Carolyn Lineberry 205 S. Jefferson Ave. West Jefferson, NC 28694 (336) 246 4345 INVESTMENTS Whatever your needs, we will help you find the best way to achieve your financial goals through sound and well balanced advice. 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In par­ ticular, it must reflect the dramatic differences between our urban and rural areas. Heavily developed areas need more planning than rural ones. A plan, to have our sup­ port, must reflect this. • This plan protects, encourages and supports agricultural uses of land. • The proposed plan makes developers meet rea­ sonable standards to protect neighboring properties and the environment. We have talked to important devel­ opers who do not even con­ sider this county because our standards are too low. Good developers want reasonable regulations that help protect the value of their projects. •We support a plan that grows from a vision, derived from the general popula­ tion, of our county's future. Finding that vision is the key to successful land use planning, and the commis­ sioners must find a way to gauge the view of the public before beginning the techni­ cal part of looking at land use planning. The question is simple: Where do a majority of residents here want Ashe County to be in 20 years? Until we can answer that, planning efforts will likely end in battles. Looking Back As they begin this process, we urge the commissioners to look back carefully at the UDO debacle of the past decade. If they do not, they are wasting their time and energy. Here is what doomed the UDO and split the county badly: •The "antis" did not sur­ face until a plan was finished and ready to be cbnsidered. County government believed that the absence of opposi­ tion in a series of prelimi­ nary public meetings meant there was none. The county must find a way to get ALL sides to the table before a plan is drawn up. • Before offering a plan for public consideration, the commissioners need to be completely in agreement with it—at least four of them, if not all five. The then-com­ missioners threw Dr. Garry Cooper and the UDO plan he had created at their request to the opponents in a shame­ ful act of political expediency. If the present board is not willing to commit to what­ ever plan develops, then it needs revision. Finally, we support land use planning—if done prop­ erly—because this county cannot continue to stumble into the future hoping that the very things we treasure about our home will survive. We have only to look around us to see the costs of waiting until its too late. A ,,, 2007 What the polls show To the Editor: A 2007 poll conducted by Zogby International indi­ cates that a slight majority of Americans favor the abol­ ishment of criminal penal­ ties for minor marijuana of­ fenses: "Forty-nine percent of respondents, including 57 percent of men, said they would support a law that would eliminate federal pen­ alties for the personal use of marijuana by adults and allow states to adopt their own policies on marijuana." Growing numbers are also in favor of outright legaliza­ tion with 41% agreeing that "the government should treat marijuana more or less the same way it treats alcohol: it should regulate it, control it, tax it and only make it illegal for children." Various polls find that Americans want signifi­ cant changes to the current medical system, including guaranteed government cov­ erage even if it means pay­ ing more: "Americans across party lines willing to make some sacrifice to insure that every American has access to health insurance. Sixty percent, including 62 percent of independents and 46 per­ cent of Republicans, said they would be willing to pay more in taxes. A large majority (66%) of Americans support an in­ creasing of regulations on how politicians obtain and spend money. Dissatisfied with the mideast peace process, Americans want more results for their high levels of aid money to Is­ rael. Majorities supported the US withholding or reducing its aid to Israel as a means of pressure to influence their be­ havior. Americans also favor increasing the levels of aid to tne raiesunians uummecui. the Palestinians contingent Member: _ _ (USPS 441-810) N.C. Press Association Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times J"c_' Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC. 286 _4. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 286 4. Ph (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Production Manager Graphic Artist /Webmaster Sports /General News Reporter Business Manager Receptionist Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Paok SEFrEMBER Linda Burchette Coy Powers Wendy Cole Michael Graybeal Sandra Osborne Kelly Blevins Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc and may not be reproduced without permission. MAftSWSS & iccn JimlUr^^.eOn Letters to the Editor on acceptance of a negotiated peace proposal. When Americans were asked how they would struc­ ture the Federal budget, the answers could hardly have been clearer: "Defense spend­ ing received the deepest cut, being cut on average 31 per­ cent with 65 percent of re­ spondents cutting. The same poll showing American's interest in cut­ ting defense spending also pointed to areas where spend­ ing would increase if people had control over spending: The largest increases were for social spending especially including education and job training. Medical research was increased as were Veter­ ans benefits and housing. By a wide majority Ameri­ cans agree that the US should participate in the Kyoto agreement to reduce global warming. A strong majority of IOVC wvwcu ox 73% favored participation. sible crimes: unauthorized wire-tapping of the public and/or misleading the people in to a war with Iraq. On the matter of wire-tapping: "The poll found that 52% agreed with the statement: "If Presi­ dent Bush wiretapped Amer­ ican citizens without the approval of a judge, do you agree or disagree that Con­ gress should consider holding him accountable through im­ peachment." 43% disagreed, and 6% said they didn't know or declined to answer. On the issue of Iraq: "The poll found that 50% agreed with the statement: "If President Bush did not tell the truth about his reasons for going to war with Iraq, Congress should consider holding him accountable by impeaching him." 44% disagreed, and 6% said they didn't know or de­ clined to answer. Do you see any of our government showing any response to our concerns? I see the powerful working for Majorities of Americans themselves. think that Bush should be Craig Dudley impeached for one of two pos­ —r ^ Only 20% of Americans support a military strike against Iran to destroy its nuclear facilities. Diplomatic action backed by sanctions is supported by about 60% of Americans. Both the American citizen­ ry and armed forces support a timetable for withdrawal from Iraq: "Most Americans support the U.S. House provi­ sion setting a timetable that calls for most U.S. troops to be out of Iraq by September 2008, said a survey released on Wednesday. According to the CBS News poll, 59 percent of those surveyed favored the provision while 37 percent opposed it." Perhaps even more telling is the strong op­ position to the war from with­ in the army itself: "An over­ whelming majority of 72% of American troops serving in Iraq think the U.S. should exit the country within the next year, and more than one in four say the troops should leave immediately., New North Carolina books make good reading . l passion. (November o 1U 9,11) get to ough, has written a Civil War How about a look at a new 10. If there is one new and post Civil War era novel, k n o w list of North Carolina related book about North Carolina N o r t h "Cold Running Creek." In ad­ books to consider for your dition to setting forth a com­ that should be on your North C arolireading this fall? Carolinian's bookshelf, it is na's Poet pelling and complicated triLike the summer reading racial family saga, this book William Powell's "Encyclope­ L a u ­ list that I gave you a couple of dia of North Carolina." For r e a t e , challenges our set notions of ready reference about our months ago, these ten sugges­ Kathryn racial interaction. (October state and for the pleasure of tions will appeal to different Stripling 19, 21) kinds of readers. Or, said an­ 7. Attorney Mike Lassiter reading good descriptions of B y e r ? other way, you are probably spent years traveling across history, geography, ideas, and Here is not going to want to read ev­ made us who we my sug­ North Carolina taking pho­ events that ery one of them, but I bet that D.G. Martin are, you cannot find a better gestion: tos of the businesses that are at least one or two of them book. (November 16, 18) Read her disappearing from our land­ would be good reads for you. Maybe you wonder about scape: barber shops, movie The rest of them are ones you latest collection of poems, theaters, hardware and gro­ the dates I have listed with "Coming to Rest." Even if you will be glad to know about. cery stores, filling stations, these 10 books. Or maybe you 1. You may question the are not "into" poetry, don't be and drug stores. The result, guessed that all of them will North Carolina connection afraid of this one. It is warm, "Our Vanishing Americana: A be the subject of discussion of Tim Madigan's "I'm Proud personal, and human, and its North Carolinh Portrait," has on upcoming North Caro­ of You: My Friendship with poems gently bring a reader been a word-of-mouth success lina Bookwatch programs on Fred Rogers." But thanks to into Byer's life and experi­ and is finding its way to the UNC-TV on the dates listed UNC-TV, Mr. Roger's neigh­ ence. (September 28, 30) on Fridays at 9:30 p.m. and 4. Durham author David coffee tables of many North borhood has become a part of Carolina homes. (October 26, Sundays at 5 p.m. the North Carolina landscape Guy is a practicing Buddhist. Check out the books that and the growing-up memo­ His latest book, "Jake Fades: 28) 8. North Carolina's Joe and interest you and tune in on ries for most of us. Madigan's A Novel of Impermanence," Terry Graedon are famous Fridays or Sundays! description of how Mr. Rogers tells a warm, believable story across the country as a result D.G. Martin is the host of became his friend shows how of how an aging Zen teacher of their People's Pharmacy UNC-TVs North Carolina much it means for us to care and his admirers deal with Bookwatch, which airs Fri­ the challenge of the coming public radio programs and days at 9:30 p.m. and Sun­ about others. newspaper columns. Their 2. Retired UNC-Wilming- time without him. (October latest book, "Best Choices days at 5 p.m. www.unctv. 5,7) ton professor Melton McLauorg/ ncbookwatch /. Check his 5. Georgann Eubanks' from the People's Pharmacy," rin's "The Marines of Montis fun to read and a great blog and view prior programs ford Point" tells the story soon-to-be-published "Liter­ source of current and practi­ at www.unctv.org / ncbook­ of our country's first black ary Trails of the North Caro­ cal information about good watch/ . Marines. Using the voices of lina Mountains" will take us health practices. (November the Marines, the book takes on a tour of our mountain 2,4) its readers to Montford Point communities and tell us all 9. In "Off the Rim: Basket­ near Camp Lejeune and gives about the writers who lived ball and Other Religions in them a dose of the mixture and visited there—and about a Carolina Childhood," UNC of humiliation and pride the books that were written professor Fred Hobson, one of The editorial page of the that were a part of a black in or about our mountains. the most respected scholars Jefferson Post is available, Marine's experience in the (October 12,14) free of charge, for readers 6. Zelda Lockhart, who of the South, confesses that 1940's. (September 21, 23) basketball is his life's real to express their views. All 3. How is the best way to lives in Durham and Hillsbor­ it takes is a letter to the Express your views Contact your representatives Washington Raleigh Senate Governor Sen. Elizabeth Dole 555 Dirksen Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 (202) 224-6342 Sen. Richard Burr 217 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, DC, NC 20510 Phone: (202) 224-3154 Senate House of Representatives Rep. Virginia Foxx 430 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 phone: 202-225-2071 Gov. Michael F. Easley 20301 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-0301 1-800-662-7952 Sen. Steve Goss 1118 Legislative Building, 16 W. Jones St. Raleigh, NC 27601-2808 Phone: (919)733-5742 House of Representatives Rep. Cullie Tarleton 2221 Legislative Building, 16 W. Jones St. Raleigh, NC 27601-1096 919-733-7727 editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT West Jefferson Business Association seeks new members Now in their 8th year, the West Jefferson Business Asso­ ciation (WJBA) is comprised of local businesses wanting to actively promote business in downtown West Jefferson. In the past, they have offered special group advertising rates for business members, sold gift certificates that re­ quire the receiver to shop in any member's store, en- couraged trick-or-treating in downtown, organized events, held store window decorating contests and more. The WJBA is also known for publishing an annual downtown West Jefferson map/business guide which lists all current members and their location in downtown. Each year, 35,000 full-color maps are printed and then continued from front page from Ashe County, West Jef­ ferson and Ashe County Job Development to bring up to 115 jobs to the area. Another deal was worked out with Wilkes Community College for training the employees, an incentive valued at over $300,000. West Jefferson provided $75,000 to Tigra USA as part of the incentives package to bring the German company to the United States and Ashe County, and was promised a return on its investment through property taxes and jobs. The expected jobs and additional facilities were not realized. Tigra was to be a $17 mil­ lion direct investment over seven years — $3 million in the building and $14 million in equipment. The company planned to hire up to 115 employees earning above the county's $412 average weekly manufacturing wage. Phase I of the company's plan includ­ ed the initial building and 35 jobs, with 15 more within Museum continued from front page ist Florence Thomas is re­ membered with a special ex­ hibit in her honor and there are many of her paintings on loan in the museum. Visitors will see many early farming implements, a horse drawn wagon, metal-wheeled farm tractor, even a casket carrier, which is unfamiliar to most people today. It was used for a few months, 50 in the first year and a half and 115 total within four years. Expansions were planned in 2004 and 2007 with a doubling of the investment, plant and jobs and two additional facility ex­ pansions of 20,000 square feet each. Estimated ad valorem prop­ erty taxes for the town and county over a 10 year period were reported to be $425,000 to $455,000. According to in­ formation from the economic partners, the contractually binding incentive agreement guaranteed a return on their investment of $237,500 for both the county and town over 10 years from ad valorem taxes and other revenues and estab­ lished benchmark minimums for annual tax payments and provisions for change of use of facility and operations. Additional benefits were to include retail sales, sales tax revenue, additional nonmanufacturing jobs, diversi­ fication of the manufacturing base, and higher than average forts on behalf of the West Jefferson Businesses are to be commended." This year, a new committee will be head­ ing up the association and is asking its members for input and fresh new ideas for the WJBA's involvement in the town. The association would like to remind current members to renew their membership Mozelle Wortman Newton Tigra distributed to each of the eight interstate visitor cen­ ters several times per year. Through much hard work and dedication, the board representing the WJBA for the last four years has built the association to the 65 members established in 2007. "Their perseverance has been instrumental and their commitment and ef- Murdock will officiate. Burial will follow at New Home Unit­ ed Methodist Church Cem­ etery. Visitation will take place Thursday at Stamey Funeral Home Chapel, one hour before the service. Mrs. Newton is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Roger and Debbie Newton of Fleetwood, N.C.; her daugh­ ter and son-in-law, Betty and Cline Gardner of Morganton, N.C.; a brother, Walter Wort­ man of Blythe, Ga.; four sis­ ters, Estelle Alexander and Mary Dean Coffey of Mor­ ganton, N.C., Edna Walker of Comma, Mich., and Genelle Walker of Landis, N.C.; and five grandchildren, Brian and Jason Gardner and Benjamin, Joshua and Caleb Newton. The family requests dona­ tions be made in Mrs. Newton's memory to the church or char­ ity of the donor's choice. Stamey Funeral Home is in charge of these arrangements. Jefferson, N.C. January 6, 1928 September 8, 2007 Mrs. Mozelle Wortman Newton, 79, of Jefferson, died September 8, 2007 at Margate Health and Rehabilitation Center in Jefferson. Mrs. Newton was born January 6, 1928 in Cleveland County, N.C., to the late Lero and Alice Denton Wortman. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Bennie Everett Newton, and three brothers, Austin, Robert and Clarence Wortman. Mrs. Newton worked in tex­ tiles and was a homemaker. She was a member of Hopewell Baptist Church in Morganton, N.C. Funeral services will be held Thursday, Sept. 13, 2007, at Stamey Funeral Home Chapel in Fallston, N.C. Rev. Homer for the 2007/2008 year. The WJBA also invites any per­ son or business with an eco­ nomic interest in West Jef­ ferson to join the association. Cost to join is $100. For more information about the West Jefferson Business Association or to join as a new member, e-mail wjdowntown@gmail.com or call Kim Hadley at Second­ hand News, 336-846-7469. The deadline for current membership renewal is Fri­ day, Sept. 14. To renew your membership, send renewal form and check made pay­ able to WJBA, PO Box 573. West Jefferson, NC 28694. Or, to confirm your intent to renew, fax your form to 336-846-7569 or e-mail to wjdown town@gm a i1.co m. Ofctu<vUe<i ofuvie ofatucvUeafraye Tommy Holman Todd, N.C. November 17,1968 September 8, 2007 Mr. Tommy Holman, age 38, of 9005 Three Top Road, Todd, died Saturday, Septem­ ber 8, 2007, at Ashe Memorial county-wage jobs. None of this and zoned the Tigra property Hospital. Mr. Holman was born materialized and Tigra ceased in 2000 until it was discov­ November 17, 1968 in Ashe manufacturing operations ered that the paperwork was several years ago. not filed at the county court­ County, a son of Freddie and West Jefferson Aldermen house, thereby invalidating Grace Eldreth Holman. He was a member of South Fork thought they had annexed the previous zoning vote. Baptist Church and attended All Things Possible Fellow­ ship in Boone. In addition to his parents, Mr. Holman is survived by caskets of yesteryear that had visitors a peek at an early sistance from Kathie Beckno handles. The casket would Ashe County dwelling. See worth, and a logo sign created two brothers, Timothy Hol­ be placed on the carrier, with an 1860s loom donated by a by Rusty Rogers and weld­ man and wife Cathy of Boone, ropes underneath, and poles Laurel Springs resident and ing students at Ashe County and Benny Holman and wife Vicki of Todd; his maternal on each end for carrying. The more items yet to come that High School. ropes would be used to manu­ will show how people lived The Mountain Farm Life grandmother, Bessie Eldreth ally lower the casket into the over a century ago. Museum is currently open on of Boone; two nephews, Avery grave. Decorating the front of the Sundays, 1-3 p.m. For more Holman of Todd, and Ryan Constructed in the very museum is a Morningstar information, call Bobby Ab- Austin of Boone; two nieces; center of the museum is an pattern barn quilt painted sher at 982-2163 or Lee Beck- Rebecca Austin and Lisa Hartman, both of Boone; one old log cabin, which offers by Bennett Darnell with as- worth at 982-3778. 24 / great-nephew, Charlie Hartman of Boone, and a special caregiver, Sam Ritter of Todd. He is also survived by a num­ ber of aunts, uncles, and cous­ ins. He was preceded in death by an infant brother, Johnie Holman; his paternal grand­ parents, Fred and Ethel Hol­ man, and his maternal grand­ father, Edward Eldreth. Funeral services for Mr. Tommy Holman will be con­ ducted Wednesday afternoon, September 12,2007, at 2 p.m., at Hampton Funeral Home Chapel. The body will lie in state, at the chapel, from 1 until 2 p.m. Officiating will be Pastor John Page, Pastor Herbert McCoy, and Mr. Toby Grady. Burial will follow in the Howell Cemetery. The family will receive friends Tuesday evening, from 7 until 9 p.m., at Hamp­ ton Funeral Home. At other times, friends may call at the home of his father and moth­ er, Freddie and Grace Hol­ man, 8981 Three Top Road, Todd. Flowers are appreciated, or memorial contributions may be made to the Howell Cem­ etery Fund, in care of Ruby Trivette, 10550 Highway 194 North, Todd, North Carolina, 28684. Hampton Funeral Service is in charge of the arrange­ ments. Reggie Bush A birthday is not Just the coming of another year. New Orleans Saints It's the celebration of a person, who they are and what they mean to other people. So this year, I wanted to make sure you knew how much I treasure you and what you mean to me beyond fust saying I love you. ON NFL NETWORK To me you are an inspiration; you take each day and make it the best you can despite any obstacles you face. Although your given name is Valiant, you've proven it in character because you've shown everyone that you are brave beyond what we could have imagined. Especially handling the adversity you Have dealt with the last three years by keeping faith and a smile on your face. From long days working to provide for us to being our support when we need someone to lean on; you've always been strong. Your love has been unconditional and steadfast. You've unselfishly dedicated your time to being the best husband, father and grandfather you can be.The commitment you've shown to us is immeasurable. Even if you are gentle and soft-spoken, 1 always know where you stand and know you are fair and trustworthy. Many times these things have gone unmentioned, even though they are always thought of. I guess 1 thought saying 1 love you was enough. But, those three words barely skim the surface of what 1 feel for you for being the person that you are and what you mean to me and Kelsea. Without you, we wouldn't exist and we are blessed that we have you in our lives. 'rfyaftfrty 56t& SottAcUuf! Catch games in High Definition with our BEST HD offer ever! THE BEST #1 SPORTS AND MOVIES IN HD! IN CUSTOMER SATISFACTION" DishHD FREE FREE m |HD DVR UPGRADE $5 98/mo DVR Service Fee apcto*. FOR 6 MONTHS with 18-monthcommitment ($20/mo credit) PLUS 3 MONTHS FREE HB® HM . ALL THIS FOOTBALL AND OVER 100 OF THE HOTTEST CHANNELS $293§ 15 COMMERCIAL-FREE MOVIE CHANNELS -© -Q|HQ wKh ll-mendi cotnmllmenl. 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Rtguirii SadStc.«i Into itM aajtr .ten carl ant oMI w."tl * ."HTlat Hrnti • tCTWnlrt ah. la mi* Il—tlMM •tmrnm la.at* I. <» km,l m »,1M m««.« _ „ . «*, (««..«al * rtnrt t. nasi m i^m.„ IotmLmI h.«T M 57S7WW)S & "KS/SS/t �PAGE 6A TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Don't get scalped by online sports ticket vendors m... .. .. o ,i ii With the college football season underway, the Na" tional Football League (NFL) kicking off this week and Ma­ jor League Baseball (MLB) pennant races and playoffs filling fall calendars, Better Business Bureau (BBB) is warning sports fans to be on the lookout for fraudulent sellers when shopping for hard-to-get tickets online. The secondary-ticket market for sporting and en­ tertainment events, which includes tickets bought and sold by professional brokers, speculators and season-ticket holders, is a $10-billion-ayear industry, with online sales accounting for one-third of transactions and growing 15 to 20 percent a year, ac­ cording to StubHub.com. "The Internet has become the playing field of choice for sports fans looking to unload or buy tickets. Unfortunately, the Internet is also a breed­ ing ground for scammers looking to take advantage of of game day fever," said Steve Cox, spokesperson for the BBB System. "Sports fans are often blinded by their devo­ tion to their team and run the risk of putting their trust in a seller that doesn't deserve it." From its BBBOnLine da­ tabase of more than 30,000 online businesses, BBB re­ ports that a number of sec­ ondary-market ticket firms offer highly regulated Web sites, providing buyer protec­ tions that include money-back guarantees on the legitimacy of tickets. For example, TicketsNow.com takes possession of tickets and verifies them in-house before listing for re­ sale. StubHub and RazorGator hold seller's credit-card numbers - if they sell fake tickets, they get charged for the replacements. It is on the hundreds of online auctions, online clas­ sifieds, and bulletin boards using person-to-person sales that sports fans need to be the most skeptical and on the alert. BBB reports that every big sporting event is followed by complaints from people who got ripped off buying fake tickets - almost invari­ ably online. "The most common way sports fans are getting burned online is by either paying for counterfeit tickets or tickets that never arrive," added Cox. "Even if the tickets do arrive, they are sometimes not for the seats the seller adver­ tised - which can mean bein? being stuck with seats that aren't next to each other, up in the nosebleed section, or with an obstructed view." BBB offers the following advice when searching online for sporting events tickets: When buying from a mer­ chant, always look for the BBBOnLine seal. The logo will tell you that you're deal­ ing with a company that has a good reputation for satisfy­ ing customers and a secure Web site for processing your payment. When buying from an in­ dividual through an online exchange don't be lured away from the Web site by the sell­ er. Even if you met the seller on the exchange Web site, the company may not guarantee any lost money if a transac­ tion occurs outside their do­ main. If you buy tickets through an online auction, choose a seller with a long, continuous, historv rnst.nmhistory of satisfied custom­ ers. Scammers can hijack old accounts, so make sure they have recently bought or sold other items. Never pay with a cashier's check or wire money to the seller; you'll have no way to get your money back if the tickets never arrive. Pay with a credit card or through Pay­ Pal, which offer some amount of protection and potential re­ imbursement. Many sellers will include pictures of the tickets with their posts on auction sites or bulletin boards. Scrutinize the tickets closely for any in­ accuracies or alterations, and cross-check the seat assign­ ment with the map on the venue's Web site before you buy. For more tips and advice you can trust for safe shop­ ping online go to www.bbb. org, or visit BBBOnLine at: www.bbbonline.org/consumer. About the BBB System RRR orBBB is an unbiased or­ ganization that sets and upholds high standards for fair and honest business be­ havior. Businesses that earn BBB membership contractu­ ally agree and adhere to the organization's high standards of ethical business behavior. BBB provides objective ad­ vice, free business Reliability Reports and charity Wise Giv­ ing Reports, and educational information on topics affect­ ing marketplace trust. To further promote trust, BBB also offers complaint and dis­ pute resolution support for consumers and businesses when there is difference in viewpoints. The first BBB was founded in 1912. Today, 128 BBBs serve communities across the U.S. and Canada, evaluating and monitoring more than 3 million local and national businesses and charities. Please visit www. bbb.org for more information about the BBB System. Blue Ridge grant deadlines near Deadlines are approach­ ing for two grant programs sponsored by Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corpo­ ration, with applications due at the end of September. Applications from teach­ ers for Bright Ideas grants are due September 28 and applications for community service grants to be awarded through the Blue Ridge Elec­ tric Members Foundation must be received by Septem­ ber 30. All of the grants will be awarded in the Blue Ridge Electric service area. The Bright Ideas grants, ranging from $100 to $1,500, support innovative classroom projects in grades K-12 that are not part of the regular school budget or curriculum. The program, which covers a large part of North Carolina, is sponsored by the state's 27 electric cooperatives. Last year, funds totaling $17,997 were awarded to 20 classroom teachers to direct­ ly benefit thousands of area students. Blue Ridge is celebrating its fourteenth year of offering Bright Ideas grants as part of its commitment to education. Applications are avail­ able online for downloading only through www.BlueRidgeEMC.com. The completed application and forms should be mailed to the address on the website. Grant recipients will be announced November S i n c e 30. 1 9 9 4, Funding for the Members more than c y c l e . Foundation comes from Op­ B U RD E L E i G $231,000 Another eration Round Up, a Blue electric p corp. in grants $30,000 Ridge Electric program that has imw a s allows members to round oHergiea pa ct ed granted up their electric bills to the o v e r to eight nearest dollar, and from a 65,000 students. Across the organizations in four coun- donation made by Blue Ridge state, more than $4.5 million ties (Caldwell, Watauga, Energies, the cooperative's has been granted to teachers Ashe and Alleghany) in the heating fuels subsidiary. for over 4,000 projects ben­ spring. As member support and efiting around 800,000 stu­ Awards were made to proj­ participation in Operation dents. ects ranging two after school Round Up grows, additional To apply for a grant, go to programs that target at-risk funds will be available for www.ncbrightideas.com for students, and an assistance Members Foundation grants. the online application. Award program for the elderly deal­ Additional information on winners will be announced in ing with the Medicare pre­ both programs can be found early November. scription drug program and a through the "In the Commu­ A total of $30,000 will be pantry that distributes food nity" link at www.BlueRidgawarded through the Blue to the needy,. eEMC.com. Ridge Electric Members Foundation this fall to area agencies and organizations that provide important ser­ vices to Blue Ridge members and local communities. The foundation was established in late 2006, and this marks its sec­ ond grant o Foxx meets Taiwan leader Taiwanese President Chen Shui-bian on August 15 met with US Congresswoman Virginia Foxx and her husband at the Presidential Building in Taipei. The president, on behalf of the government and people of the ROC (Taiwan), extended a warm welcome and gratitude to the visitors on their first visit to Taiwan. The president said Congresswoman Foxx is an im­ portant member of the House of Representatives' Congres­ sional Taiwan Caucus. She has not only long been a friend to Taiwan, but has also staunchly promoted the negotiation and signing of a free trade agreement between the two countries. The president noted that Congresswoman Foxx hails from North Carolina. He hopes that she will take advantage of this visit to Taiwan to continue to strengthen friendly cooperation of trade and commerce between Taiwan and North Carolina. ASHE COUNTY SM0KEFREE RESTAURANTS 60% Are Smokefree - Enjoy your Food in a Fresh and Safe Atmosphere! Did you know • Smoke-filled rooms can have up to 6 times the air pollution of a busy highway? • Cigarette smoke contains over 4.000 chemicals, 60 of which cause cancer? • Even the most advanced ventilation systems do not eliminate all the smoke? PLEASE VISIT THESE SMOKEFREE ASHE COUNTY RESTAURANTS: Anne's Place Blue Ridge Bakery and Cafe Bohemia Gallery Bojangles Brick Stone Pizza and Pasta Casa Garcia Dairy House El Taco Loco Frasers Restaurant Fusion Grill Glendale Springs Inn Grassy Creek Store & Grill Greenfield Restaurant Ingles Corner Cafe Isabel's Kitchen KFC/Taco Bell Lowes Foods Deli Los Arcoiris Mexican Restaurant 977-2328 982-4811 846-1498 846-3293 846-1716 246-2133 846-9257 246-3946 246-5222 246-3300 982-4103 384-3730 246-2900 246-2804 846-2714 246-8871 219-0152 846-1639 Michael's 102 North Morningstar Cafe Mountain Aire Seafood & Steaks New China House River House Restaurant Pizza Hut Shingdigz Shokudo Japanese Steakhouse Skate Zone Amusement Center Smoky Mountain BBQ Subway Subway - Walmart Sweet Aromas T. Gray's Restaurant The Clubhouse Bar and Grill Todd General Store Wendy's West Jefferson Coffee House Sponsored by: NW Tobacco Prevention Coalition; Ashe Co. Health Dept., Env. Svcs; Ashe Co. Health Council; NC Tobacco Prevention & Control Branch For more info, contact: Teri VanDyke, 828-264-4995, teriv@apphealth.com: or Nancy Campbell, 336-846-3221, nancv.campbell@ashc.kl2.nc.us Updated 9/7/07 846-4102 982-6676 982-3060 246-8331 246-3070 246-6077 385-4500 246-6999 846-8333 246-6818 246-7827 246-3920 846-2914 846-8616 982-4653 877-1067 246-2594 246-2212 �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 PACI _M COMMUNITY NEWS JAMfest coming to River House Oct. 6 vide Appalachian children opportunities to experience the musical traditions of their community. Students are taught to play fiddles, banjos, mandolins, dulci­ mers and guitars on loaned instruments and they enjoy numerous field trips and per­ formances. . JAM fosters a sense of connection with the cultural heritage of the area and is strengthening family and community ties across generations. Locally, about 200 students in Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga County are currently enrolled in JAM programs which meet either in schools or at arts councils. The JAM Regional Re­ source Center is under de­ velopment to provide sup­ port for the growing network of JAM programs. Activities for the year include: conven­ ing program directors across the mountains to hone core River House and New River Dramatists will host JAMfest 2007 at the Ashe Civic Center on Saturday, October 6. The performance hall will be filled with fabu­ lous music beginning at 7:30 PM, with hors d'oeuvres and a cash wine bar in the lobby beginning at 6:30. Perform­ ers at this gala include re­ nowned pianist, Emile Pandolfi and local legends Wayne Henderson and Jeff Little. Proceeds from the event will be donated to the Regional Resource Center of the Ju­ nior Appalachian Musicians (JAM) program. Tickets are available for $35 at the Ashe County Arts Council (336) 846-2787 . The Junior Appalachian Musicians (JAM) program was founded by Helen White in Spring 2000 in Allegha­ ny County, NC. Now in 10 North Carolina counties, the mission of JAM is to pro­ operating principles and criteria for program dissemination; convening teachers of traditional music to develop core curricula a n d capabilities, and long-term fundraising strategies. The regional center will serve as a communications hub linking all existing JAM JUNIOR APPALACHIAN MUSI CAN S teach­ ing stan­ dards; coordinat­ ing regional gatherings for JAM students; and, develop­ ing resources such as admin­ istrative handbook, curricu­ lum, wholesale purchasing (and related) program s through print and on-line resources. River House Country Inn and Restaurant on the North Fork of the New River in Ashe County has been a mecca for the arts - musi­ cal, theatrical, visual, liter­ ary and, of course, culinary - since opening in 1991, wel­ coming musicians, painters, actors, writers from all over the world. The walls of Riv­ er House, covered with an extraordinary art collection resound with the music of Wayne Henderson and Hel­ en White, Emile Pandolfi, Gregory Carroll, Jamie La­ val, Alasdair Fraser, George Hamilton IV and dozens of others. The New River Dra­ matists are nourished there; the annual Winefest on the New, the Sunday Salon Se­ ries, the CD "An Evening at River House" recently re­ corded (and covered by PBS) are now joined by enthusias­ tic support for JAM. New River Dramatists is an ambitious project dedicat­ ed to inspiring, supporting and developing excellence in what is written for Theater, Film and Television. These venues have tremendous po­ tential to contribute ideas; express opinions, provoke debate and change in soci­ ety. As a research and de­ velopment center, New River Dramatists offers an atmo­ sphere where work ethic and support from other writers, directors and actors com­ bine to inspire the writers to achieve their best work from concept to completion. For more information about JAMfest 2007, contact Sherman or Gayle at River House (336) 982-2109. For information about JAM con­ tact Helen White at (336) 372-5266 or your local arts council. For information about New River Dramatists contact Mark Woods at (704) 799-0223. For reserved seating tick­ ets contact the Ashe County Arts Council at (336) 846ARTS. School-based health clinic fundraiser underway In 1999, dreams became re­ ality, when the community in Ashe County collaborated to open one of only fifty Accred­ ited School Based Health Cen­ ters in North Carolina. Since it's opening, the center has provided an increased • oppor­ tunity for convenient medical care for students. During this school year, the Ashe County School Based Health Center Advisory Board is asking for your help to sustain this much needed program in our com­ munity by making a financial donation to help reach the $30,000 community fundrais­ ing goal set for this year. Timely care provided by the center has not only allowed our students to remain at school, but also given parents a much needed break by keeping chil­ dren under medical supervi­ sion to allow their parents to remain at work. One parent, Sheila Richardson, shares the convenience that the center has provided by saying, "It is very convenient for parents who are working and have difficulty leaving work to transport their children." In the 2006-07 year alone, 504 children were enrolled in the center, fondly known as the Top Dog Clinic. Additionally, it is estimated that students and parents could have lost 2,541 days of school and work in the past year were it not for the medical care provided for ill students at the Top Dog Clinic. The services provided by the Top Dog Clinic include evaluation and treatment of minor illnesses such as colds, strep throat, urinary tract infections, headaches, and injuries. The medical staff is also prepared to assist in any school-related emergency that may arise. Chronic illnesses such as asthma, diabetes, and obesity are also monitored. The Pediatric/Family Nurse Practitioner on staff provides prescriptions for acute and chronic illnesses as indicated. The School Based Health Cen­ ter/Top Dog Clinic offers many benefits to students and par­ ents in the community from those services alone, but there are additional services pro­ vided to improve the health and quality of life for students as well. Current eighth grade student, Jada Bennett, com­ ments on her experience using the center as a student saying, "I went to the School Based Health Clinic, and each time I was there the staff and nurses were very nice and helpful to me." This comment proves the Center not only provides needed care, but ensures that students receive top quality care. The Top Dog Clinic offers additional services to their • i students. They include nutri­ tion education and counseling provided by a Registered Di­ etitian, mental and behavioral health counseling and educa­ tion for students, families, and groups provided by a Licensed Professional Counselor. To ensure the protection of all students and the community, immunizations are offered as needed to students. Referral systems are in place and in­ clude referrals for dental care, vision, and hearing screening and treatment. Students also benefit from special health education classes and a mid­ dle school health newsletter, The Top Dog Clinic News, shares pertinent health infor­ mation for adolescents. The community can be assured that the Center provides qual­ ity services to its students. In June, 2007, the School Based Health Center-Top Dog Clinic was re-credentialed and Dan Garson-Angert of the Women Health Center at P.O. Box 178 & Children's Section in the Warrensville, NC 28693. NC Division of Public Health confirmed the quality care THE provided by stating, "It was clear to the members of the Credentialing Review Team that the Top Dog Clinic is well organized, innovative, and continues to demonstrate an exceptional commitment to quality care for students at Ashe County Middle School. The Clinic is an exceptional example of the importance of (•September: community collaboration and it was the most a team-based approach in de­ beautiful of words, veloping an effective school he'd always fell, health center." The Ashe School Based Health Center evoking orangeAdvisory Board echoes Mr. flowers, swallows, Garson-Angert's comments and regret. and invites you to be a part of our team to keep the center fi­ nancially sustained over time. ALEXANDER THEROUX All donations are tax-deduct­ ible and may be mailed direct­ ! 2007 by King Features Syndicate, Inc. 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Parker and Burgess Realty Sturgill Tree Farms Market Place Flea Market Thompsons Nursery Shatley P< Toiimer javers Tree Farm Insurance Asenc^ jigns 423£ Jefferson Landing Real Estate Sheets Brothers Inc. snneth Sexton Farms tin Aire Seafood ®t Chiropractic Clinic PC >o Property Services isic Finance, Inc. 's Dinerls Leather Goods, Inc. >use II Ashe County Garage Doors Builders Mart of Ashe 1 | I I I I I I I See a Shriner to purchase a ticket to win a Club Car Golf Cart, Gator, Grizzly 400, Large Screen TV, or $4,000°° Cash. The Drawing will be immediately following the Golf Tournament. Tickets are $10°° each, six for $50°° or fifteen for $100°° i i i i i i i i L ales Work Equipment oy and Reeves PLLC A HOLE-IN-ONE Will Win A New Car of Their Choice * Valued At $30,000 From Heritage Dodge, Chrysler, Jeep!! The 2007 Ashe Shriner's Golf Tournament At Mountain Aire Golf Club • Sunday, September 16th Tee off at 8:30AM & 1:30PM All funds go to the Ashe Area Crippled & Burned Children Individual Trophies will be awarded. Additional Golfers $6000 - Includes green fees, golf cart & free lunch. Come and enjoy a day of golf in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. For more information call Mike Neaves at 982-9050 or Harold Kluttz at 982-2950 �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 b 2007 PAOL_9__ COMMUNITY EVENTS —- Riverview Players to present show on Saturday Tuesday September 11 10:30 a.m.: The Low Vision Support Group will meet at Ashe Services for Aging. Te­ resa Patrick and Sherry Cox from Ashe Memorial Hospital will be the guest speakers; their topic, Life Lines. 7:30 p.m.:Smoke on the Moun­ tain Homecoming at Ashe Civic Center. Sanders Family re­ turns to the Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church for Homecoming. $15 Adults, $5 students. Call 336846-ARTS. Thursday September 13 11 a.m.: A seminar showcas­ ing "SBA Loan Options for your Small Business "will take place in Boone. Mike Arriola, Senior Area Manager for the U.S. Small Business Administra­ tion based in Asheville, will pro­ vide an overview of the types of financial backing which the SBA provides to small businesses in order to help them start, develop and grow. The seminar will take place on Thursday, September 13, from 11 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. at the Watauga JobLink Center, which is located at 207 Winkler's Creek Road, just off 221, south of the 105/221 intersection in Boone. The event is free of charge, but due to space con­ straints, interested persons are requested to contact Azalee Simandle at JobLink at (828) 2655385 or via email at azalee.simandle@ncmail.net for advance signup. 6:30 p.m.: Blue Ridge Oppor­ tunity Commission Executive Committee Meeting at BROC Ashe office in Warrensville. 7-8 p.m.: Ballroom dancing at the Senior Center. Call 246-4347 for more information. 7:30-9:30 a.m.: Cholesterol Screenings at Mt. Hearts for September. Extra opportunities to have your cholesterol checked during Cholesterol Education Month. Participants should fast 12 hours prior to test, but may drink water. Cost is $15. From 7:30-9:30 am, and appointments are necessary. Call to schedule at 846-0744. Also at the same time on Sept. 20 and 27. Friday September 14 5-8 p.m.: Gallery Crawl in Downtown West Jefferson.Open House at Studios and Galleries. Free. Call 336-846-ARTS. Saturday September 15 10 a.m.: The children of Roe and Blanche Church would like to invite all family members, cousins, relatives and anyone interested in meeting with us to meet at the home place on Idlewild Road, between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Lunch will be pro­ vided at noon. Please RSVP by Sept. 8 to Joyce (846-2429) or Janice (877-4827). 2 p.m.: Ashe Memorial Hos­ pital will have a breastfeeding class for expectant mothers. Call for more information and to reg­ ister at 846-0734. Saturday September 15 Sunday September 16 10 a.m.: New River Baptist Church will be having Home­ coming Services: special singers will be from Landmark Church, at 10. Speaker will be Rev Wayne Jones, lunch will follow after ser­ vices, Pastor Wayne Jones and congregation invites everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: The Second Annual Preaching Event will be held at Friendly Grove Baptist Church September 16-19 at 7:00 pm each night. Guest Speakers & Choirs will be: Rev. Johnny Goodman, Beaver Creek Bap­ tist Church Choir,Rev. Art Ea­ ton, Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Choir, Rev. Jeff Nave, Warrensville Baptist Church Choir, Rev. Mack Arnold, Clifton Baptist Church Choir,Rev. Danny Pardo, Cristo El Salvador Choir, Rev. Steve LeaShomb, Mid­ way Baptist Church Choir; Rev. Billy Joe Blevins, Bristol Baptist Church Choir,Rev. Gordon RawIs, Friendly Grove Baptist Church Choir-Everyone Welcome! 2 p.m.: The family of the late Samuel (Sam) and Matilda Oliver Graybeal will have their annual reunion with a covered Laurel Springs Volunteer Fire dish meal at the Riverview Com­ Department will hold their An­ munity Center in Creston. nual Meeting September 17 at 4:30 p.m.: Benefit spaghetti supper with gospel and blue- the firehouse. A covered dish grass singers: proceeds to help dinner will be at 6:30 followed with James Patrick's medical ex­ by the Meeting at 8:00. penses. Singers: Bluff Mountain Boys, Joe Welch & Friends, Bob Graybeal & Friends and Glory Bound. Meal includes spaghetti, 11 a.m.: Virtual Advocacy Day salad, bread and dessert; adults at ASA Senior Center by confer­ $6, children $3, 3 and under ence call. Come and learn what the government is doing. For info, free. call 246-4347. 6 p.m.: A week-long revival be­ gins at Blackburn's Memorial Tabernacle with Evangelist Terry and Seretta Dorn. The times are Neva Hart, an AQS certified 6 p.m. Sunday and 7 p.m. each night through Sept. 21. Everyone appraiser, will be at the 5th annual quilt fair presented by is welcome. 7 p.m.: Rev. Eddy Lewis will be the Ashe County Piecemakers the guest speaker at Temple Quilt Guild on Sept. 21 from Baptist Church. There will be a 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sept. 22 special singing from the Moun­ form 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The fair tain View Baptist Church. The will be held at Jefferson Station, pastor, Rev. Glen Woodie, and located at 20 East Ashe Street in downtown West Jefferson, the congregation invite everyone NC. Neva Hart will be apprais­ to attend. ing quilts, coverlets and textile Monday September 17 Tuesday September 18 Friday September 21 art (antique and contemporary) on Friday and Saturday. For appointments, call Patsy at 336877-9109. Verbal appraisal (gen­ eral info and price range): $15 each. Written appraisal (includes photo and documentation): $45 each, 10% discount for two or more. 7 p.m.: Mt. Jefferson Presbyterian Church will host an evening of superb musical entertainment. The Worthless Son-in-Laws will present a pro­ gram of acoustic indie and elec­ tric Southern rock, while Lady Slipper will balance with a touch of bluegrass, old-time and clas­ sical country music. This musi­ cal evening, including refresh­ ments, is offered free of charge to the public by the Ashe County Historical Society. Saturday September 22 10 a.m.-3 p.m.: Albert Hash Fall Festival at Mt. Rogers School. Featuring music by Wayne Hen­ derson and Friends, Elkville String Band, Audrey Hash Ham, Gerald Anderson, and many more. Auction, raffle, prizes, cake walk and much more. Bring the whole family! Friday September 28 A Prayer Retreat is scheduled by Ashe Baptist Evangelism Com­ mittee for Friday night, Sept. 28 at 7:00PM and Saturday morning at 9:00AM on Sept. 29 at Fletch­ er Memorial Baptist Church in Jefferson, NC. Presenting will be Dr. Chris Schofield from the Baptist State Conventiion of NC, Dr. Bob Lowman Associational Missionary from Metrolina Asso­ ciation near Charlotte and Mrs. Tara Furman from Cary author of "Intimacy with God,Your Daily Guide to Prayer". This is an ex­ cellent line up of speakers.This is open to the public. If you are in­ terested in prayer you are invited. All denominations are welcome not just Ashe Baptist folks. There is no cost. For more information call the Ashe Baptist Office at 246-5631. Saturday September 29 3 p.m.: The Farmer Reunion, for descendents of Wilburn and Susan Farmer will take place at Nella Community Center. The Center is located at 211 Graham School Lane on Big Horse Creek. Please drive a covered dish and drink; plates, cups, etc. will be provided. For more information, call Pama H. Taylor (384-4212), Beulah F. Ham (846-7430) or Becky Farmer (384-9221). Ongoing Events How do Huskies' Fans celebrate after each Huskies' victory? They come to the Fifth Quarter. What is the 'Fifth Quarter'? It is a safe alternative and safe activity for high school and middle school students and their parents/ friends. The Fifth Quarter' is held after each Ashe County High School home football game. The location of the 'Fifth Quarter' is the Youth Center at Warrensville Baptist Church and the Fellowship Hall of Warrensville United Methodist Church. Activities for the youth include games, music, devotional time and fellowship. This event is sponsored by the Warrensville Baptist, Warrensville United Methodist, Smethport United Methodist, Clifton United Methodist, and Phoenix Baptist Churches. For more information, please call 3843391. Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Cljnic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday - Friday without appointments. Primary Care: Monday - Friday Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold September services at Holy Trinity in Glendale Springs. Holy Communion is celebrated at 8:30 and 10. Coffee hour immediately follows the 10 a.m. service. For information, call the church office at 982-3076. Country Roads Mobile Pharmacy: Ashe County Prescriptions can now be filled in Boone at the Hunger & Health Coalition (the old Health Dept. building off Bamboo Rd.). Medication pick-up days are Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10 am - 2 pm. Clients my call in prescription refills at 828-2621628.Your physician can fax new prescriptions to fax # - 828-2620154. Eligibility for Free Medical . Clinic. Tuesdays. 4:00 - 6:00. Anyone interested in receiving free medical care from the Ashe County Free Medical Clinic must come to eligibility screening. To be eligible you must live or work in Ashe County, be between the ages of 19 - 64, have NO form of medical insurance, and pro­ vide proof of income that meets the clinic's policy. Call 846-4649 for an appointment, or come to the clinic (at the red light in Jef­ ferson) on Tuesdays from 4:00 - 6:00. WIC (Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children): If you are a pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum woman, infant, or child less than five years of age, and meet certain eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the WIC Program. WIC is a special supplemental food program that provides , individually prescribed packages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program or know someone who does; contact 246-2013. Now you can stay close to family and friends with unlimited long-distance* from SkyBest. As part of a SkySelectionsSM bundle of residential services, you can talk all you want and enjoy our most popular calling features. As your local telephone and Internet experts, SkyLine/SkyBest works hard to offer the best services at great prices. Call today, and start saving while you stay connected. SkyLine SkyBest * Usage limitations and other restrictions apply. 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VMMAI CONTROL 982-4060 I'm Mickey and I am one of Bella's pups of 5 mos. My family had to return me due to a family crisis. My mom is a Belgian Mellanois shepherd so i will be so smart and have a wonderful disposition I'm Spot and I am the sweetest of my litter of Beagle Mix and am al­ most 4 mos. old. I would love to come live at your house. Please come see me as ACHS I'm Charlotte and I am only 9 wks old and need lots of hugs and kisses. My mom is a Beagle mix and I am pres­ ently being fostered. Please help me find a permanent home. Saturday Is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located directly in front of the Armoiy on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • wwv.ashehumancsociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@stybest.com �Tuesday - September 11 Volleyball vs Surry Cent. 4:30 p.m. Tennis at Surry Cent. 4:30 p.m. Wednesday - September 12 Soccer vs Surry Cent. 5:15/ 7 p.m. Thursday - September 13 JV Football at Watauga 7 p.m. Volleyball at Starmount 4:30 p.m. Tennis vs Starmount 4:30 p.m. Golf at Yadkin County CC 4 p.m. Friday - September 14 Var Football vs Watauga 7:30 p.m. Tennis continues record of 4-0, and are tied with Surry Central for the lead of the MVAC. As a team in MVAC play, the Huskies are an impressive 312-48 overall in singles and an even more impressive 90-8 in doubles action. The Lady Huskies dem­ onstrated their dominating performance against the by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor The women's tennis team at Ashe County High School continued their domination over the Mountain Valley Athletic Conference last week with yet another win during the conference sea­ son. The Lady Huskies cur­ rently have an unblemished I Wilkes Central Eagles. The Huskies once again defeated their MVAC opponent with a perfect 9-0 record. Singles results included: #1 seed: Ivey Tant winning 6-0 6-1, #2 seed: Lorna Vega winning 6-0 6-0, #3 seed: Ra­ chel Curcio winning 6-1 6-1, #4 seed: Roxanne Thomas winning 6-0*6-3, #5 seed: This week in Husky sports dominate 4 J*: 'll ®v ' '''' ""V* "'v *•' I Post photo by Michael Graybeal Rachel Curcio places this serve in play for a point during her 6-1 6-1 victory over her oppo­ nent from Wilkes Central. Post photo by Michael Graybeal Lorna Vega returns a volley during her impressive 6-0 6-0 victory over her opponent from Wilkes Central last Thursday. Courtney Bowers winning 6-2 6-4, and #6 seed: Ariel Farmer winning 6-2 6-1. Singles exhibition matches included Lizzie Hanes win­ ning 7-6 7-1 (tiebreaker), Kendra Powers winning 6-3, Christina Cole winning 8-4. Doubles results included: Ivey Tant/ Lorna Vega win­ ning 8-0, Rachel Curcio/ Rox­ anne Thomas winning 8-2, and then Courtney Bowers/ Ariel Farmer winning 8-2. The Huskies look to con­ tinue their run at the MVAC Championship today when they travel to Surry Central for what is anticipated to be one of the toughest matches of the year for the Huskies. Look in Friday's edition of the Jefferson Post for details from the match. Apps crush Bears to win 28th straight home game nearly a year, senior quarter­ back Trey Elder turned in a career performance, totaling 300 yards of offense and ac­ counting for five touchdowns in just three quarters of play. Filling in for starter Armanti Edwards, who was dressed and available to play but sat out with a shoulder injury, Elder completed 9-of13 passes for 210 yards and four touchdowns while run­ ning for 90 more yards and another score. His 300 yards of total offense were a career high. by Appalachian Sports Information BOONE, N.C. -Top-ranked Appalachian State University scored touchdowns on each of its first five possessions and cruised to a 48-7 win over Lenoir-Rhyne in front of a record crowd of 28,802 on Saturday afternoon at Kidd Brewer Stadium. Appalachian (2-0) added a field goal on its sixth posses­ sion to take a commanding 38-0 lead just over midway through the second quarter. From there, ASU pulled a number of its starters and threw just six more passes the rest of the way in cruising to the easy win. Making his first start in Elder wasted no time in leading the Mountaineers to a comfortable advantage, as none of the six first-half scoring drives lasted more than 2:49. He connected with Sports Illustrated cover-boy Dexter Jackson for touch­ down connections of 18 and 59 yards and added scoring strikes of 42 yards to Tavaris Washington and 33 yards to tight end Nic Cardwell, mixed in with a three-yard touchdown run of his own. Julian Rauch booted a pair of 40-yard field goals and Devon Moore added a 12-yard touchdown run to close out the ASU scoring. The Mountaineers were on the verge of registering just their second shutout in eight seasons when L-R's Andrew Courman, the brother of ASU wide receiver T.J. Courman, scored from five yards out with 44 seconds remaining in the ballgame. Freshman linebacker D.J. . Smith led the Apps' defensive effort with a game-high 12 tackles. Defensive end Gary See ASU, page 2B Post photo courtesy of GoASU.com Dexter Jackson barrels Into the endzone for his first touch­ down of the day. Volleyball loses heartbreaker game 3 to Eagles by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor The volleyball teams host­ ed a tough conference mathc with the Wilkes Central Ea­ gles last Thursday evening as the MVAC teams enter into their stride during the regular season. Thus far in the season, the Huskies have Post photo courtesy of Karlton Yearick Carmen Wagner plays this ball across the net for the Hus­ kies during a close game three on Thursday evening. been able to defeat a tough North Surry opponent early in the season, but have since then lost to Forbush, and then dropped the match to Wilkes Central to fall to 1-2 in MVAC play and 2-5 for the season. The JV Huskies however was able to defeat the Wilkes Cen­ tral Eagles in two games on Thursday to give some posi­ tive outlook on the match. The varsity was unable to win a single game with the Eagles, but gave Central the classic "Ashe verses Wilkes Central match-up" according to Coach Laura Foster. Ashe and Wilkes Central is known to be one of the biggest rival­ ries in MVAC athletics and volleyball is no different. This mentality was noticed when that each game was decided by a difference of less than eight points. The match opened up with the Eagles taking game one 25-19. Central was then able to ride on their momen­ tum created in game one, but still faced a fighting Husky team, but also won game two with a score of 25-17. In a desperation do-or-die game three, the Huskies fought the Eagles to the last point. With a lot of heart and effort, the Huskies lost game three by a heartbreaking two points with the score 27-25 giving the Eagles the game victory Post photo courtesy of Karlton Yearick Kim McNeil spikes this ball for a Husky point on Thursday. and the match victory. Following the game, Coach Laura Foster elaborated on the match: "This was by far the most intense match we have played in this season. It was a typical Ashe Vs Wilkes Central match-up. I am disappointed in the loss; but it wasn't due to lack of effort. However, we need to respond better to pressure situations and adversity. We will learn from this and con­ tinue to work hard and play as a team." The Huskies returned to action yesterday with a trip to East Wilkes High Schoc for a non-conference mate! up with the Cardinals. Th MVAC action resumes for th Huskies tonight when the host the Surry Central Golc en Eagles with the JV mate starting at 4:30 p.m. and va sity following. �•-AGE 2B TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS drops game to Avery by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor The men's varsity soc­ cer team traveled to Avery County to face the Vikings in a non-conference match up. The Huskies were competi­ tive with the Vikings early in the match, but as the clock ticked away, the Huskies found themselves in a tough 3-1 hole. With a goal on a busted defensive play for the Vikings, the Huskies brought the deficit to only one goal, 32, but a quick retaliation by the Vikings brought the score to another two-goal lead, 4-2 which would become the final score of the contest. The game opened up with the Vikings having possession early in the game. In the first four minutes of the game, the Vikings were able to counter attack a run by the Huskies, and the counter attack led to a quick goal for the Vikings and Ashe found them in a early 1-0 deficit. In the follow­ ing minutes, the Huskies had multiple scoring opportuni­ ties with the Vikings' keeper coming up strong for Avery and the scoring opportunities for the Huskies ended unsuc­ cessful. As the game progressed along, the Huskies were able to even the score when that a free kick by Juan Rodriguez was played into the six-yard Post photo by Michael Graybeal Evan Love grabs this corner kick by Avery on Thursday evening to deny the Vikings a scoring opportunity. during the fourteenth minute of the game. The Huskies had another near scoring opportunity in the eighteenth minute when they were awarded another free kick. The Vikings cleared the initial free kick for Ashe, and then a counter attack for Avery was rejected by the Huskies midfield and a long shot by the Huskies was saved with a punch over the net from the Vikings' goal­ keeper to give Ashe a corner kick. Ashe's corner kick was cleared by the Avery defense and Avery's counter run was stopped due to a heads up end of the half. In the twentysixth minute, a long ball by Chase Smith for the Huskies appeared to be a scoring run for Ashe, but the Vikings de­ fense cleared the long ball to deny the Huskies scoring run. The Vikings defensive stop sparked a run in the Vi­ kings' offense and a run in the thirty-second minute for the Vikings was denied with another good play by Chase Smith except on the defensive portion of the ball with a good shadowing of the ball to force a quick and bad shot for the Vikings. Evan Love for the Huskies saved the shot and the Huskies' goalkeeper posi­ and placed Ashe in a difficult tion and made saves early in two goal deficit for the second the second half to keep Ashe time of the game with only still in the game. The saves nineteen minutes remaining by Price would turn into runs in the game. for Ashe that was short lived, Ashe was able to retaliate but one rim looked promising in the same manner as the for the Huskies when that first time they faced a twoAshe was able to bring the goal deficit. Ashe was able to ball down the right side of the bring the game within one field. A shot by Richie Absh­ goal again when that Juan er missed high over the goal Rodriguez added a goal to for the possession to return his previous assist when he to Avery during the twenty- stole the ball from an Avery first minute of the second defender at the top of the box half. Following the goal kick and a quick shot found its Avery was able to travel the way into the goal for the Hus­ length of the field and scored kies second goal and cut the their third goal of the match Vikings' lead to only one goal again but time was running short with only six minutes remaining in the game. Avery was upset with the goal by the Huskies and quickly regained the goal and within thirty seconds after the kickoff, went down the field and found a quick shot that wound up in the back of the Huskies' net for their fourth and final goal of the game for both teams. Despite few runs in the closing minutes of the game, the Huskies were unable to get another good scoring op­ portunity at the Vikings and the game concluded with Ashe at the unfortunate end of the 4-2 score. Following the game, Coach Wesley Rousseau commented on the team by stating: "I was extremely pleased with the good effort and perseverance of the team during the game. Our offense really improved during the second half as we kept the ball on their half a majority of the time. The team really played well throughout the game." The loss to Avery dropped the Huskies' record to 1-4 for the season. The Huskies opened up their conference schedule by hosting the Wil­ kes Central Eagles yesterday evening. Look for results in upcoming editions of the Jef­ ferson Post. Juan Rodriguez (#20, far right) takes a free kick on the Vikings' goal while his teammates crashes the goal for the rebound. Richie Absher (#12, far left) would score this shot to tie the game at 1-1 early in the first half last Thursday. box and the goal keeper for the Vikings dropped the ball at the feet of Richie Absher. Absher then directed the ball into the back of the Vikings' goal for the equalizing goal and the game became tied 1-1 continued, from page IB Tharrington chipped in with eight tackles, including a sack and one-and-a-half stops for loss. James Pone ran 23 times for 91 yards to lead LenoirRhyne (0-2). In all, Appa­ lachian out-gained L-R, 403-195, despite the Bears holding a more than 13-minute advantage in time of pos­ session. Appalachian returns to action next Saturday when it hosts perennial Big Sky contender Northern Arizona. Kickoff is slated for 3:30 p.m. at The Rock. NOTES: Appalachian ex­ tended its NCAA Division I Football Championship Sub­ division- (FCS - formerly Division I-AA) best winning streaks to 16 games overall and 28 in-a-row at home ... the 16-game overall winning streak is tops in all of Division I, while the 28-game home winning streak is second only to USC (34 games) ... ASU has set new single-game at­ tendance records each of the past three seasons (26,620 vs. Elon in 2006 and 25,584 vs. Western Carolina in 2005) ... the 28,802 on hand marked the largest crowd to ever wit­ ness a Lenoir-Rhyne sporting event ... Jackson moved into fifth place on ASLFs all-time touchdown reception list with 13 for his career ... he needs just one more to tie former teammate Daniel Bettis for fourth on the list... lineback­ er Pierre Banks recorded the Apps' third field-goal block of the young season when he swatted away a 39-yard at­ tempt in the second quarter ... junior left tackle Brad Coley made his first-career start in place of all-conference per­ former Mario Acitelli ... like Edwards, Acitelli was dressed and available to play but held out due to a shoulder injury. play by the Huskies full back line and Ashe pushed Avery into an off sides call to give Ashe possession once again. The possession was short lived by Ashe and Avery was able to return to their offen­ sive portion of the field with a long ball and Avery was able to claim their second goal of the game with a shot on goal that wound up in the back of the net for Avery's second go ahead goal of the game and they led 2-1. Avery shook the Huskies morale with the goal but they were able to mount some promising runs prior to the the clearance by Ashe was returned down the field for another Vikings' run. The run for Avery resulted in a pen­ alty called against Ashe. The free kick for Avery was played deep into Ashe's territory and cleared out by the Huskies' defense to end the first half with Ashe narrowly trailing the Vikings 2-1. The second half opened in the mirror image of the first half with the Vikings having possession in the second half and placed pressure on the Huskies in the opening min­ utes of the second half. Sam Price was substituted in for <^j| Hardee's of Jefferson ATHLETE a- a m of the WEEK presents the Our Athlete of the Week,lvey Tant Is the number one seed for the Lady HuskiesTennis team. Tant is currently 52-7 in singles in MVAC play and 30-0 with her partner Lorna Vega in doubles. Tant defeated her opponent from Wilkes Central 6-0 61 last Thursday in a crucial MVAC match. 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Prices and savings in US dollars See your doaler for details The engine horsepower information is provided by the engine manufacturer to be used for comparison purposes only Actual operating horsepower wilt be less. John Deere's green and yellow color schome. the leaping deer symbol. JOHN DEERE and all other trademarks referenced above are trademarks of Daere S Company /\ DP38UAC241DWE3XI0091UP-BW 00207536 SAFETY/4li»ewithit �J EFFERSON POST TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 SPORTS High Country Disc Golf Course latest results/standings Lil' Lady Huskies Basketball Fall League September 12 - October 21, 2007 For 6th Grade Girls ~ 8th Grade Girls • PURPOSE The purpose of the Lil' Lady Huskies Basketball Fall League is to teach the basic fundamentals of the game of basketball, while giving girls another opportunity to practice and play basketball. All participants should improve their basketball skills and overall understanding of the game of basketball. PARTICIPANTS Any girl in the 6th, 7th and 8th grades are eligible to participate. Players must attend Ashe County schools. COST The cost of the league is $25, which includes instruction and league t-shirt. Players can mail in registration or wait until the first practice date - September 12, 2007 at 5:30PM. LOCATION The league will be held in the gymnasiums on the campus of Ashe County High School. • PRACTICES The practice sessions will be conducted by an Ashe County Lady Huskies basketball staff member and/or team coaches. Practices and games will be held on Wednesday evening, Saturday Post photo courtesy of Todd Patroprsty Josh Lyalls sinks this putt on hole two during a recent amazing round. September 6 Random Draw Doubles Results morning or Sunday afternoon. 1st - Todd Patoprsty / Matt Bostic -11 2nd - Todd Rieger / Ben Whitehead -6 • TEAMS/GAMES Teams will be made up of 8-10 players - forming a many teams as possible. Teams will be made as equal in talent as possible, using grade, size and skill evaluation. Games will be played on Wednesday evening, Saturday morning or Sunday afternoon. We will have 4-5 game days, including a tournament day. Random Draw Doubles Standings as of September 6 1 "i Todd Patoprsty Total AVG PTS -121 -9.3 129 2 FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT COACH LAURA FOSTER Phone: 846-2400 x2321 Email: Laura.foster@ashe.k12.nc.us. REGISTRATION INFORMATION 3rd - Todd Lion / Josh Lyalls -5 4th - Daniel Quin / Matt Petrie -4 Doug Trimbach -102 -9.3 109 3 Todd Rieger -96 -8.0 105 4 Matt Bostic -76 -6.9 92 5 Daniel Quin -82 -7.5 89 Please mail registration and release forms, along with $25 league fee. 6 Ben Whitehead -82 -6.3 85 7 Todd Lion -60 -7.5 62 Checks made out to...ACHS 8 Josh Lyalls -25 -2.5 46 9 Matt Petrie -36 -6.0 40 10 Ezra Gardiner -9 -1.8 26 10 Michael Blowers -8 -2.0 26 12 Harold Duvall -20 -10.0 25 13 Brian Felkel -1 -0.1 21 14 Craig Colistra -17 -4.3 15 15 Scott Farkus -11 -5.5 12 PLAYER NAME: 16 Mel Jones -9 -9.0 11 AGE: 17 Chris Roten 1 0.3 10 LiP Lady Huskies Fall League ATTN: Laura Foster PO Box 450 West Jefferson, NC 28694 REGISTRATION FORM SCHOOL GRADE: NOTICE OF SALE Parent's Name: Lands of Jewel Ashley Home Phone Number: Work Phone Number: T—Shirt Size: Small STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF ASHE Medium Large X-Large RELEASE FORM I hereby authorize the staff of "Lil' Lady Huskies Basketball Fall League" to act for me according to their best judgment in any emergency requiring medical attention, and I hereby waive and release "Lil' Lady Huskies Basketball Fall League" from any and all liability for any injuries or illnesses while at "Lil' Lady Huskies Basketball Fall League". I have no knowledge of any physical impairment that would be affected by my child's participation in "Lil' Lady Huskies Basketball Fall League". Player Name: Parent/Guardian Signature: Date: IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 05-SP-10 IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF JEWEL ASHLEY Under and by virtue of an Order entered by the Clerk of the Superior Court of Ashe County in the above captioned special proceeding, the under­ signed Commissioner will on the 14th day of Sep­ tember, 2007, at two o'clock p.m., at the residence located at 358 Beaver Drive, West Jefferson, Nortn Carolina (see directions below), offer for Jewel Ashley, dated 11 May 1994, and of record in the Ashe County Public Registry in Book 200, at page 1647. There is located on the above-described proper­ ty a ranch-style residence with 984 square feet of heated floor space; two bedrooms, 1 bath­ room, brick veneer, fireplace, full basement, sale to the highest bidder, for cash, the following described land situate in West Jefferson Township, and an attached carport, located at 358 Beaver Drive, West Jefferson, North Carolina. Ashe County, North Carolina, and more particu­ larly described as follows: A good faith deposit offive percent (5%) of the hid BEING LOT NUMBERS 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 of the Lorena S. Miller, Widow, addition in the Beaver Creek Section and for specific description of said lots, referenced is hereby made to a plat prepared by J.E Yates, Surveyor, and of record in the Ashe County Public Registry in Plat Book 1, at the 113, to which record plat refer­ ence is hereby made for a specific description of said lots. price will he required at the time and place of sale. At the time of sale, the highest bidder shall immedi­ ately make a cash deposit in the amount of five (5%) And being the same lots as described in the conveyed by that certain deed from Jackie C. Blackburn and wife, Gail E. Blackburn to percent of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty ($750) Dollars, whichever is greater. This the 10 the day of August, 2007. John Benjamin "Jak " Ree\es, Commissioner Directions: From US 221 Business in West Jef­ ferson, take Beaver Creek School Road to Buck Mountain Road. Turn Right on to Beaver Creek Drive. The property is located at 358 Beaver Drive, West Jefferson, NC 28694. �«*^GF ^~B I UESPAY/ SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Heat, drought kill 103,000 trout RALEIGH, N.C. (Sept. 5) - Despite a large fish kill at Armstrong State Fish Hatch­ ery last month, the N.C. Wild­ life Resources Commission anticipates fulfilling all of its trout stocking requirements for this season. Too much heat and too little rain killed more than 103,000 brown and rainbow trout be­ ing raised at the cold-water fish hatchery located in Mc­ Dowell County. The majority of these fish were scheduled for stocking in 2008. However, the agency's oth­ er two trout hatcheries, which have not had any substantial fish losses, have produced enough trout so that all stock­ ings planned for the upcoming fall delayed-harvest season and for the 2008 stocking sea­ son should continue as sched­ uled. "We always build in a buffer to account for some fish mor­ tality, so we plan to move fish among the fish hatcheries in order to make up for fish that we've lost," said Kyle Briggs, fish production coordinator for the Commission. "We've also contacted Er- win Na­ tional Fish Hatch­ ery to get extra trout eggs for this year so that we can grow out and stock waters tions better than trout housed in a hatch­ ery for two rea­ sons: they are found far next summer. Trout thrive in cold, fast-moving water, so they are sensitive to high water temperatures and low water flows. However, streamdwelling trout are able to survive poor weather condi- Mountain Aire s t r e a m s and they can move up or downstream where conditions may be more favorable. 'The good news for streamdwelling trout is that the drought should have no longlasting impacts on tho?e popu­ lations," Briggs said."It's a dif­ ferent story, however, for trout in a hatchery environment." In order to keep hatcheryhoused trout alive during pe­ riods of low-water flow and high temperatures, hatchery personnel add more oxygen to the water and recirculate the water to provide more flow to raceways. Additional oxygen and recirculated water in­ crease the dissolved oxygen in the water, which helps keep fish alive longer. "Most of the time, these measures are enough to keep the trout alive until condi­ tions improve," Briggs said. "Unfortunately, we have seen the water temperatures in the hatchery steadily rise into the mid-to-upper 70s, and there's not a whole lot we can do un­ der those conditions." This isn't the first time Com­ mission-owned fish hatcher­ ies have sustained major fish losses due to the weather. In 2004, Armstrong, the Bobby N. Setzer and Marion hatcheries lost more than 100,000 trout after Hurricanes Frances and Ivan caused massive flooding in the mountains. Still, trout stockings the following year remained unaffected. Despite the hot, dry sum­ mer, Briggs is cautiously op­ timistic about the trout stock­ ings for 2008. 'There is no question that the drought has had an effect on our hatchery system that it will take time to recover from," Briggs added. "As long as we see a return to normal rainfall and temperatures, we should be able to absorb this loss and continue our operations as planned with no reduction in stocking numbers for the 2008 trout stocking season." For information on fishing in North Carolina's public, in­ land waters, including Desig­ nated Public Mountain Trout Waters, visit the Commission's Web site, www.ncwildlife.org I B L E Jyjffake every effort to live in peace with all men and to he holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord. HEBREWS 12:14 © 2007 by King Features Syndicate. Inc. World rights reserved. = Enter the Mt. Aire Seafood / Jefferson Post 7 Football (Contest seafood & steaks Each weekly winner will be entered into a drawing to be held at Mountain Aire Seafood for a $50.00 Gift Certificate at the end of the Football Contest in December. Please see our Friday editions for the winner information for the weekly Football Contest. Thanks to everyone for playing the Mountain Aire Seafood / Jefferson Post Football Contest! 2007 football Contest Rules 1 .The games listed by number in each advertisement correspond to the lines in the entry blank. Some advertisements may contain more than one game. Simply write on the correct lines in the entry blank which team you think will win. 2. At the bottom of the entry blank is the Tiebreaker. In the space indicated guess the total combined number of points that will be scored by both teams in that game. 3. A $20 Gift Certificate from Mountain Aire Seafood will be awarded to the entrant predicting the most winners. In the event of ties the Tiebreaker will be employed to decide the winning entrant. In the event the Tiebreaker does not break the tie the prize will be divided equally. 4. In the event games are postponed they will only count in that week's contest if they are played within that week's contest period. The contest period covers games from Friday through the following Thursday. 5. Entries may be mailed to: Jefferson Post at P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or brought to the office at 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson. All mail entries must be postmarked by the post office no later than the Friday preceding the start of the contest period and be received no later than Monday's mail. All entries hand delivered must be at the office of Jefferson Post no later than 5 p.m. on the Friday starting the contest week. 6. Limit of one entry per person, per envelope, per contest date. All entries must be on entry forms clipped from Jefferson PostNo photographically reproduced or hand drawn entries will be accepted. 7. All entries become the property of Jefferson Post. The decision of the judges is final. 8. Winners will be announced as soon after the date of the contest period as judging allows. 9. Employees of Jefferson Post and their families are ineligible. OUR GOAL IS SAVING YOU CASH! PARKER TIE HARDWARE .c O. HERITAGE & BUILDING SUPPLY COMPANY (§J oil © •M -8 % % © _ $13,888 Best ONLY IN A so <§) •ODGE 19 South 3rd Street • West Jefferson, NC BZzasBDsmzaatHTOHa CHRYSLER OS "Where the best cost less!" 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For Sale 1997 Isuzu Rodeo 160,000 miles, silver, 4 wheel drive, air, AM/FM.CD player. $2700.00. 336-977-0982. 674.0000288 07-SP-000105 Fannie NOTICE OF SUBSTI- PROPERTY UNDER AND BY VIR­ TUE of the power and authority contained in that certain Deed of Trust executed and de­ livered by Diane Byers, an unmarried woman, dated June 19, 2003 and recorded in the Of­ fice of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina, record­ ed on July 14, 2003, in Book 00297 at Page 1406; and because of default in the payment of the indeb-tedness secured thereby and failure to carry out and perform the stipulations and agreements con­ tained therein and, pur­ suant to demand of the owner and holder of the indebted-ness se­ cured by said Deed of Trust, the under-signed Substitute Trustee will place for sale, at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at Ashe County Court­ house. in Jefferson, North Carolina at 1:30 PM on Wednesday, September 19, 2007, that parcel of land, in­ cluding improvements thereon, situated, lying J. 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Please check our Friday, September 21 edition for the winner information on this race. 1. Must be 21 vm Q'd or older to enter. 2. Only one (1) entry per person per race. Duplicate entries will void all entries for that person, for that race. You may enter as many separate races as you like throughout the contest. 3. Entry form is published with the contest each race. In order to be eligible you must use the official entry form for that race from the JEFFERSON POST or its facsimile. 4. How to Win -- Write down the name of the driver you think will win that week's race on the entry form. If you answer correctly, you win $20. in the event of a tie, the person guessing closest to the number of cautions during the race will win $20. 5. All entries must be received in the office of the JEFFERSON POST no later than 5:00pm the Friday before the race that is entered. 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Call 828-262-5450. 1195-Legals WILKES COMMUNITY COLLEGE TANNING OPERATOR TRAIN­ ING Wilkes Community College's Continuning Education Department will be offering two tan­ ning Facility Operator training classes at the Wilkes Campus on Sat­ urday, September 22 and Saturday. October 20 from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm each day. Registration costs for the class will be $50.00. Pre-registration is required. To pre-register, contact, Phyllis VanHoy or Dena Wiles at (336) 838-6166 or (336) 838-6210. SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANKYOU Jefferson Post 40-Lost & Found BIG For rent 3 bedroom, 2 bath double wide, remodeled 3 miles from West Jefferson. (336)977-3614 Of (336) 982-4541. 1115Professionals 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. 30-Special Notices 1-800-927-9275. ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? 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Call 846-7164 for more information 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent Fax: (828)264-9154 State-licensed, JCAHO and Medicare/Medicaid certified: EEO and ADA employer. 235-Christmas Trees Fraser Fir Christmas Trees available in all sizes. Call for Pricing 336-877-7167 Fraser Fir Christmas Trees for sale, 6' to 10' 336-384-1436. Fraser Fir Christmas Trees for sale. Number 1 and better. 100 9' to 10', 600 8' to 9', 600 7' to 8'. 336-877-5158 or 336-977-6705. Let our Classified Ads go to work for You! Call us at 846-7164 Your Address. Phone # TIE BREAKER: (PLEASE GUESS THE NUMBER OF CAUTIONS DURING THIS RACE) Mail this form to: Jefferson Post, PO Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694, or bring by our office at 203 S. Second Ave. in West Jefferson 1 Due to the change in ownership of the Jefferson Post, we are unable to continue to offer Bonus Points for the Nascar Contest. We will continue to award a weekly prize of $20 td the v/mnei of the Nascar Contest No Purchase Necessary lo Win A Special Thanks To Our Great Sponsors W EST JEFFERSON CHEVROLET AN AMERICAN West Jefferson, NC • 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy.net •UIIIDP • HI1*111El 2000 West US Hwy 421 wilkesboro, NC 1500 Reg Cab EH; sxt4x2 $13,888 Building Supply and Hardware 19 South 3rd Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.parkertie.doitbest.com (336) 246-2611 King of the Mountain Chrysler • Jeep • Dodge New 2007 Parker Tie Company lnc 866-380-2458 aPffS) Win! Wmm CCS, In r. (i) YAM AH A of Jefferson 102 South Maimnvst • |cttcrscfij|>. 2l' �I'A<.I (>B TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals deposit. The purchas­ er will have no further remedy. of 134.22 feet to a 1/2inch rebar set in the western line of the Hall property; thence with said line N. 10-00-39W., passing over a 1/2-inch rebar found at 221.25 feet, for a total distance of 240.50 feet to the BEGINNING; contain­ ing 0.618 acres as cal­ culated by coordinate geometry, from field data gathered by The Thomas Herman Com­ pany, PLLC, P.O. Box 519, Jefferson, NC 28640-0519, (336) 846-3352, PL.S. L2633, dated July 26, 2004. Job #951005. Suite 200 There is also conveyed herewith a proposed 12 foot right-of-way more particularly described as: signed, the current owner(s) of the proper­ ty is/are Emanoil Far­ cas and wife, Margare­ ta Farcas. BEGINNING on a point in the centerline inter­ section of N.C.S.R. 1103, the northern line of the Lori Wolfe prop­ erty as described in Deed Book 256 Page 1438, and a proposed 12 foot right-of-way, thence with the centerline of said proposed right-of-way with the centerline of the exist­ ing road, five courses. 1) thence S. 46-3452W. 40.19 feet to a point, 2) thence S. 5541-17W. 98.45 feet to a point, 3) thence S. 5400-21W. 41.82 feet to a point, said point being the northeaster corner of the above described 0.250 acre tract, said point being S. 76-1826E. 15.00 feet from a 1/2-inch rebar set, 4) thence S. 54-00-21W. 72.08 feet to a point, 5) thence N. 74-04-19W. 126.81 feet to a point in the western line of said above described 0.250 acre tract, said point being S. 19-15-13W. 50.26 feet from a 1/2inch rebar set, the northwestern corner of said above described 0.250 acre tract; the above described line to be the centerline of a proposed 12 foot rightof-way, said right-ofway being 12 feet ei­ ther side of and parallel to said above descri­ bed line. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any rea­ son, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the re­ turn of the deposit. Reasons of such inabil­ ity to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankrupt­ cy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trust­ ee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the chal­ lenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchas­ er will have no further remedy. Dated: September 5, 2007 Kellam & Pettit, P.A. Substitute Trustee (704) 442-9500 Posted: Witness:. Assistant/Deputy Clerk of Superior Court 07 SP 111 CLOSURE SALE Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: 4988 (910) 392- FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 07-07757 07 SP 112 NORTH CAROLINA, ASHE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale con­ tained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Emanoil Farcas and wife, Margareta Farcas to The Law Offices of Daniel A. Fulco, PLLC, Trustee(s), which was dated May 26, 2006 and recorded on May 30, 2006 in Book 00347 at Page 2247, Ashe County Registry, North Carolina. There is ALSO CON­ NORTH CAROLINA, VEYED herewith the same easement for ASHE COUNTY septic drain lines as Under and by virtue of described in easement a Power of Sale con­ from Lori Wolfe Hall tained in that certain and husband Harold E. Deed of Trust executed Hall to Arctic Wolf by EMANOIL FARCAS Properties. LLC (Grant­ and wife, Margareta ee incorrectly identified Farcas to The law offi­ as "Artie Wolfe Proper­ ces of Daniel A. Fulco, ties, LLC") by deed re­ Default having 'been PLLC, Trustee(s), corded in Book 316, made in the payment of which was dated May Page 1996-1997, Ashe the note thereby se­ 26, 2006 and recorded County Registry. cured by the said Deed on May 30, 2006 in of Trust and the under­ Save and except any Book 00347 at Page signed, Brock & Scott, 2205, Ashe County releases, deeds of re­ PLLC, having been Registry, North Caroli­ lease or prior convey­ substituted as Trustee ances of record. na. in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly Default having been Said property is com­ recorded in the Office made in the payment of monly known as 1929 of the Register of the note thereby se­ Liberty Grove Church Deeds of Ashe County, cured by the said Deed Road, Fleetwood, NC North Carolina, and the of Trust and the under­ 28626. holder of the note evi­ signed, Brock & Scott, dencing said indebted­ A cash deposit (no per­ PLLC, having been ness having directed substituted as Trustee sonal checks) of five that the Deed of Trust in said Deed of Trust percent (5%) of the be foreclosed, the un­ by an instrument duly purchase price, or Sev­ dersigned Substitute recorded in the Office en Hundred Fifty Dol­ Trustee will offer for of the Register of lars ($750.00), which­ sale at the courthouse Deeds of Ashe County, ever is greater, will be door of the county North Carolina, and the required at the time of courthouse where the holder of the note evi­ the sale. Following the property is located, or dencing said indebted­ expiration of the statu­ the usual and custom­ ness having directed tory upset bid period, ary location at the the remaining that the Deed of Trust all county courthouse for be foreclosed, the un­ amounts are immedi­ conducting the sale on ately due and owing. dersigned Substitute September 19, 2007 Trustee will offer for at 1:00PM, and will sell sale at the courthouse Said property to be of­ to the highest bidder door of the county fered pursuant to this for cash the following courthouse where the Notice of Sale is being described property property is located, or offered for sale, trans­ situ­ the usual and custom­ fer and conveyance ated in Ashe County, ary location at the "AS IS WHERE IS." North Carolina, to wit: county courthouse for There are no represen­ conducting the sale on tations of warranty re­ 178 Wolf Ridge Lane September 19, 2007 lating to the title or any at 1:00PM, and will sell physical, environmen­ Being a portion of the to the highest bidder tal, health or safety Lori Wolfe property as for cash the following conditions existing in, described in Deed described property on, at, or relating to the Book 256 Page 1438; property being offered situ­ Being more particularly ated in Ashe County, for sale. This sale is described as: made subject to all pri­ North Carolina, to wit: or liens, unpaid taxes, BEGINNING on a 1/21929 Liberty Grove special assessments, easements, rights of inch rebar set, said re­ Church Road way, deeds of release, bar being the north­ eastern corner of a Being a portion of the and any other encum­ Arctic Wolf Properties, brances or exceptions 0.250 acre tract and the northwestern cor­ LLC property as descri­ of record. To the best ner of the herein de­ bed in Deed Book 291 of the knowledge and Page 806 (Grantor in belief of the under­ scribed tract; thence the current with a new,line, S. 76this deed and Grantee signed, in previous deed incor­ owner(s) of the proper­ 18-26E. passing over a rectly identified as "Ar­ ty is/are Emanoil Far­ 1/2-inch rebar set at tie Wolf Properties, cas and Wife, Margare­ 153.48 feet, for a total distance of 168.48 feet LLC"); also being a ta Farcas. to a point in the centerportion of the Harold E. Hall, Jr. and wife, Lori If the trustee is unable line of the road; thence Wolfe Hall property as to convey title to this with the centerline of described in Deed property for any rea­ said road, four courses, Book 306, Page 30, son, the sole remedy of 1) thence S. 54-00bounded by the lands the purchaser is the re­ 21W. 72.08 feet to a of, formerly of, or in turn of the deposit. point in the centerline possession of the fol­ Reasons of such inabil­ of intersection of the lowing: on the north by ity to convey include, drive, said point being 29.40 N.C.S.R. #1103, on the but are not limited to, N.03-50-37W. east and south by new the filing of a bankrupt­ feet from a 1/2-inch re­ lines through the H. cy petition prior to the bar found, said rebar Hall property, on the confirmation of the sale being the southeastern west by J. Welch (251- and reinstatement of corner of the Lori Wolfe 1374) and R. Wallace the loan without the property as described (306-194); Being more knowledge of the trust­ in Deed Book 256 particularly described ee. If the validity of the Page 1438, 2) thence as: sale is challenged by S. 87-18-00W. 33.47 any party, the trustee, feet to a point, '3) BEGINNING on a point in their sole discretion, thence S. 83-39-40 W. in the centerline of if they believe the chal­ 73.96 feet to a point, 4) N.C.S.R. #1103, at the lenge to have merit, thence S. 87-21-36W. northwestern corner of may request the court 31.09 feet to a point; the Harold Hall proper­ to declare the sale to thence leaving said ty; thence with the cen­ be void and return the road, N. 19-15-13E., terline of N.C.S.R deposit. The purchas­ passing over a 1/2-inch #1103 two courses: 1) er will have no further rebar set at 15.00 feet, thence S.89-08-07E. remedy. and passing over a 67.19 feet to a point; 2) point in the centerline thence S.87-05-00E. Substitute Trustee of a proposed 12 foot 23.58 feet to a point; right-or way at 48.70 thence with a new line Brock & Scott, PLLC feet, for a total distance three courses: 1) of 98.95 feet to the BE­ thence S.26-37-14E., GINNING; conaining BWilkins, passing over a 1/2-inch iron* 32346 0.250 acres as calcu­ NCSB No. rebar set at 26.30 feet, lated by coordinate ge­ for a total distance of 5431 Oleander Drive ometry, from field data 123.34 feet to a 1/2gathered by The Tho­ inch rebar found• 2) mas Herman Compa­ thence S. 15-29-05E ny, P.O. Box 519, Jef­ 104.83 feet to a 1/2ferson, NC 28640inch rebar found; 3 ) 0519, (336) 246-3352, thence S.79-59-21W. P.L.S. L-2633, dated passing over a 1/2-inch Sept. 27, 2001. Job rebar found at 104 36 #95100501. feet, for a total distance Management Opportunites 1195-Legals Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Jeremy B. Wilkins, NCSB No. 32346 5431 Oleander Suite 200 Drive Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: 4988 (910) 392- FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 06-13054 07 SP 113 Said above described property being shown CAROLINA, as Tract 4 on an unre­ NORTH corded plat of the Lori ASHE COUNTY Wolfe property. Under and by virtue of The above described a Power of Sale con­ property is SUBJECT tained in that certain to the water easement Deed of Trust executed as described in deed by EMANOIL FARCAS from Grey Wolf Proper­ & MARGARETA FAR­ ties, LLC to Red Wolf CAS, Tenants by the to PBRE, Properties, LLC and Entirety, Arctic Wolf Properties, INC., Trustee(s), which LLC (Grantee incor­ was dated February 1, rectly identified as "Ar­ 2006 and recorded on tie Wolf Properties, February 2, 2006 in LLC"), recorded in Book 00342 at Page Book 316, Pages 1994- 0287, Ashe County 1995, Ashe County Registry, North Caroli­ na. Registry. This conveyance is SUBJECT to the right of way described in deed from Grey Wolf Properties, LLC and Red Wolf Properties, LLC to Harold E. Hall. Jr. and wife, Lori Wolfe Hall recorded in Book 316, Pages 1992-1993, Ashe County Registry. Save and except any releases, deeds of re­ lease or prior convey­ ances of record. Said property is com­ monly known as 178 Wolf Ridge Lane, Fleetwood, NC 28626. A cash deposit (no per­ sonal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Sev­ en Hundred Fifty Dol­ lars ($750.00), which­ ever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statu­ tory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immedi­ ately due and owing. Said property to be of­ fered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance "AS IS WHERE IS." There are no represen­ tations of warranty re­ lating to the title or any physical, environmen­ tal, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all pri­ or liens, unpaid taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encum­ brances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the under­ Default having been made in the payment of the note "thereby se­ cured by the said Deed of Trust and the under­ signed, Brock & Scott, PLLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina, and the holder of the note evi­ dencing said indebted­ ness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the un­ dersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and custom­ ary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on September 19, 2007 at 1:00PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situ­ ated in Ashe County, North Carolina, to wit: as described in the second tract in Deed Book 209, Page 2151, Ashe County Registry, thence with said north­ ern line with the centerline of said NCSR #1103, fourteen cours­ es: 1) thence S.89-0807E. 67.19 feet to a point; 2) thence S.8705-00 E. 75.85 feet to a point; 3) thence S.8132-32E. 47.14 feet to a point; 4) thence S.7545-58E. 44.72 feet to a point; 5) thence S.7017-11E. 51.15 feet to a point; 6) thence S.6455-21E. 46.54 feet to a point; 7) thence S.6101-24E. 62.86 feet to a point; 8) thence S.5834-12E. 69.64 feet to a point; 9) thence S.5709-55E. 65.30 feet to a point; 10) thence S.5610-12E. 122.00 feet to a point; 11) thence S.55.51-02E. 144.14 feet to a point; 12) thence S.55-26-28E. 132.84 feet to a point; 13) thence S.56-1106E., passing over a point in the centerline intersection of a road at 21.04 feet, for a total distance of 37.25 feet to a point; 14) thence S.60-05-37E. 7.81 feet to a point; thence leav­ ing said road with a new line, S.53-00-05W. passing over a -inch rebar set at 33.39 feet, for a total distance of 276.64 feet to a -inch rebar set in southern line of said Church property, said rebar be­ ing N.88-22-15W. 24.45 feet from a inch conduit found; thence with the south­ ern line of said Church property, N.88-22-15E., passing over a -inch rebar set at 251.39 feet, for a total distance of 540.34 feet to an oak, said oak being N.01-05-45E. 1.08 feet from a -inch rebar found as a reference point; thence with a new line, N. 10-0039W., passing over a -inch rebar found at 551.33 feet for a total distance of 570.58 feet to the BEGINNING; containing 7.252 acres as calculated by coor­ dinate geometry, from field data gathered by the Thomas Herman Company, P0 Box 519, Jefferson, N.C.286400519, (336) 246-3352, P.L.S. L-2633, dated Oct. 31, 2000. Job #95100501. Tract 2: BEING a por­ tion of the Samuel B. Church and wife, Shir­ ley A. Church property as described in Deed Book 172, Page 282, Ashe County Registry, and more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING on an oak in the northern line of the Samuel B. Church and wife, Shirley A. Church property as de­ scribed in Deed Book 172, Page 282, Ashe County Registry, said oak being N.01-0545E. 1.08 feet from a BEGINNING on a'point in the centerline inter­ section of said NCSR #1103 and the northern line of the Samuel B. Church and wife, Shir­ ley A. Church property gggdjcLApply j n Person 1195-Legals for a total distance of 98.95 feet to a point in the centerline of the road; 4) thence N.7256-58W., passing over a -inch rebar set at 15.00 feet, for a total distance of 108.23 feet to the BEGINNING; containing 0.250 acres as calculated by coor­ dinate geometry, from field data gathered by the Thomas Herman Company, P0 Box 519, Jefferson, NC 28640, (336)246- 3352, P.L.S. L-2633,dated Sept. 27,2001. Job #95100501. inch set, said rebar be­ ing the northeastern corner of a 0.250 acre tract and the north­ western corner of the herein described tract; thence with a new line, S.76-18-26E. passing over a -inch rebar set at 153.48 feet, for a to­ tal distance of 168.48 feet to a point in the centerline of the road; thence with the centerline of said road, four courses: 1) thence S.54-00-21W. 72.08 feet to a point in the centerline intersection of the drive, said point being N.03-50-37W. 29.40 feet from a inch rebar found, said rebar being the south­ eastern corner of the Lori Wolfe property as described in Deed Book 256, Page 1438; 2) thence S.87-1800W. 33.47 feet to a point; 3) thence S.8339-40W. 73.96 feet to a point; 4) thence S.8721-36W. 31.09 feet to a point; thence leaving said road, N. 19-1513E., passing over a -inch rebar set at 15.00 feet, and passing over a point in the cen­ terline of a proposed 12-foot right-of-way at 48.70 feet, for a total distance of 98.95 feet to the BEGINNING; containing 0.250 acres as calculated by coor­ dinate geometry, from field data gathered by the Thomas Herman Company, PO Box 519, Jefferson, NC 286400519, (336) 246-3352, P.L.S. L-2633, dated Sept. 27,2001. Job #95100501. The Grantors herein RESERVE a right of way over and across an existing farm road leading from NCSR #1103 across the above-described property to other lands of the Grantors as de­ scribed in Deed Book 209, Page 2151, Ashe County Registry. This right of way shall termi­ nate when the Grantors sell the adjoining prop­ erty in Deed Book 209, page 2151. THERE IS EXCEPTED FROM THE ABOVEDESCRIBED PROP­ ERTY THOSE CER­ TAIN THREE TRACTS MORE PARTICULAR­ LY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: There is also conveyed herein a proposed 12foot right-of-way more particularly described as: BEGINNING on a point in the centerline inter­ section of NCSR #1103, the northern line of the Lori Wolfe property as described in Deed Book 256, Page 1438, and a pro­ posed 12-foot right-ofway, thence with the centerline of said pro­ posed right-of-way with the centerline of the ex­ isting road, five cours­ es: 1) thence S.46-3452W. 40.19 feet to a point; 2) thence S.5541-17W. 98.45 feet to a point; 3) thence S.1915-13W. passing over a point in the centerline of a proposed 12-foot right-of-way at 50.26 feet, and passing over a -inch rebar set at 83.95 feet, for a total distance of 98.95 feet to a point in the centerline of the road; 4) thence N.72-56-58W., passing over a -inch rebar set at 15.00 feet, for a total distance of 108.23 feet to the BE­ GINNING; containing 0.250 acres as calcu­ lated by coordinate ge­ ometry, from field data gathered by the Tho­ mas Herman Compa­ ny, PO Box 519, Jeffer­ son. NC 28640-0519, (336) 246-3352, P.L.S, L-2633, dated Sept. 27, 2001. Job# 95100501. Tract One Excepted: Being a portion of the Lori Wolfe property as described in Deed Book 256, Page 1438, Ashe County Registry. Being more particularly The above-described described as: property being shown BEGINNING on a - as Tract 3 on an unre­ inch rebar set, said re­ corded plat of the Lori bar being N.10-23-28E. Wolfe property. 43.46 feet from a inch rebar found in the And also being the southern line of the Lori same lands described Wolfe property as de­ in and conveyed by scribed in Deed Book that certain deed from 256, Page 1438, said Red Wolf rebar found being LLC to N.88-22-15W. 251.39 Properties, feet from a -inch re­ Christopher R. Teti, bar found, the south­ dated 3 August 2004 eastern corner of said and of record in Deed Wolfe property; thence Book 316, Page with a new line, four courses: 1) thence N. 2026, Ashe County 17-03-02E. 98.88 feet Registry. to a -inch rebar set; 2) thence S.72-56-58E. Tract Two Excepted: 112.03 feet to a 1/2- Being a portion of the inch rebar set; 3) Lori Wolfe property as thence S.19-15-13W., described in Deed passing over a point in Book 256, Page 1438, the centerline of a pro­ Ashe County Registry. posed 12-foot right-of- Being more particularly way at 50.26 feet, and described as: passing over a -inch rebar set at 83.95 feet, BEGINNING on a - There is also conveyed herewith a proposed 12-foot right-of-way more particularly de­ scribed as: BEGINNING on a point in the centerline inter­ section of NCSR #1103, the northern line of the Lori Wolfe property as described in Deed Book 256, Page 1438, and a pro­ posed 12-foot right-ofway; thence with the centerline of said pro­ posed right-of-way with the centerline of the ex­ isting road, five cours­ es: 1) thence S.46-3452W. 40.19 feet to a point; 2) thence S.5541-17W. 98.45 feet to a point; 3) thence S.5400-21W. 41.82 feet to a point, said point being the northeastern corner of the above-described 0.250 acre tract, said point being S.76-1826E. 15.00 feet from a -inch rebar set; 4) thence S.54-00-21W. 72.08 feet to a point; 5) thence N.74-04-19W. 126.81 feet to a point in the western line of said above-described 0.250 acre tract, said point being S.19-15-13W. 50.26 feet from a inch rebar set, the northwestern corner of said above-described 0.250 acre tract; the above described line to Local lending institution is seeking a collection/loan officer. Primary duties include: •All Branch Collections. •Processing Loan Applications. •Balancing Cash Drawer Daily. •Visiting Auto& Retail Dealers of Ashe County. furnish a home in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. •Collection Experience preferred BUT Not Required. • Typical Starting Salary Approximately $28,000. Mail Resume To: The Jefferson POST 846-7164 P.O. Box 745 West Jefferson, NC 28694 or Fax Resume to 336-846-1493 WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND Available Must be 18 and able 0 Work weekends 1195-Legals -inch rebar found as a reference point; thence with the northem line of said Church property, S.88-22-15E. 288.95 feet to a -inch rebar set, said rebar being N.88-22-15W. 275.84 feet from a inch conduit found; thence with a new line, three courses: 1) thence S. 15-07-43W. 50.78 feet to a -inch rebar set; 2) thence N.89-11-08W. 142.02 feet to a -inch rebar set; 3) thence N.77-4241W. 182.51 feet to a -inch rebar set in the northern line of said Church property; thence with the north­ ern line of said Church property. N.69-54-23E. 47.66 feet to the BE­ GINNING; containing 0.304 acres as calcu­ lated by coordinate ge­ ometry, from field data gathered by The Tho­ mas Herman Compa­ ny, PO Box 519, Jeffer­ son. N.C. 28640-0519, (336) 246-3352, P.L.S. L-2633, dated Oct. 31, 2000. Job #95100501. COLLECTIONS/LOAN OFFICER Being those 4 tracts described herein, situ­ ated in Pine Swamp Township, Ashe Coun­ ty, and more particular­ ly described as follows: Tract 1: BEING a por­ tion of the Samuel B. Church and wife, Shir­ ley A. Church property as described in the second tract in Deed Book 209, Page 2151, Ashe County Registry, and more particularly described as follows: 1195-Legals Dr. Pepper Bottling Company has an immediate opening for a route delivery person in the West Jefferson area. Triangle Vending Company has an immediate opening for a vending route delivery person. MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-51X3 Please apply at the Dr. Pepper Distribution Center office, located on Hwy. 163, West Jefferson, between the hours of 8:00 am - 4:00 pm daily. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11,2007 PAC Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals be the centerline of a proposed 12-foot rightof-way, said right-ofway being six feet ei­ ther side of and parallel to said above-descri­ bed line. lands of, formerly of, or in possession of the following: on the north, east, south and west by new lines through the Arctic Wolf Proper­ ties, LLC, and being more particularly de­ scribed as: GINNING; containing 0.250 acres as calcu­ lated by coordinate ge­ ometry, from field data gathered by the Tho­ mas Herman Compa­ ny, PLLC, P0 Box 519. Jefferson, NC 286400519, (336) 846-3352, P.L.S. L-2633, dated August 8,2003. Job #95100501. 1195-Legals thence S.28-25-54E. 24.91 feet to a point in the northern line of the above-described 0.250 acre tract, said point being N.79-59-21E. 13.17 feet from the northwestern corner of the above-described 0.250 acre tract; said line being the centerline of a 14-foot drive­ way easement, said There is ALSO EX­ easement to be 7.000 CEPTED herewith a feet either side of the 14-foot driveway ease­ above-described line. ment described as: Tract 3: BEING a por­ BEGINNING on a point tion of the Samuel B. in the centerline of Church and wife, Shir­ NCSR #1103, said ley A. Church property point being S.89-03- as described in Deed 21E. 69.89 feet from Book 172, Page 282, the northwestern cor­ Ashe County Registry, ner of the Arctic Wolf and more particularly Properties, LLC (Grant­ described as follows: ee incorrectly identified as "Artie Wolf Proper­ BEGINNING on a ties, LLC"); thence with inch rebar found in the the centerline of the northern line of said said proposed ease­ Church property, said ment four courses: 1) rebar being the south­ thence S.16-38-13W. western corner of the 52.68 feet to a point; 2) Wolfe property as de­ thence S.10-02-07W. scribed in Deed Book 26.63 feet to a point; 3) 269, Page 2492, Ashe thence S.08-32-36E. County Registry; 27.14 feet to a point; 4) thence with the south- Said above-described property being shown as Tract 4 on an unre­ BEGINNING on a corded plat of the Lori inch rebar set, said reV/olfe property. bar being S.22-22-59E. 139.38 feet from a And also being the point in the centerline same lands described of NCSR #1103, said in and conveyed by point being the north­ that certain deed from western corner of said Grey Wolf Arctic Wolf Properties, LLC (Grantee incor­ Properties, LLC to rectly identified as "Ar­ Christopher R. Teti, tie Wolf Properties, dated 3 August 2004 LLC"); thence with a and of record in Deed new line four courses: Book 316, Page 1) thence N.79-5921E., passing over a 2054, Ashe County -inch rebar at 94.36 Registry. feet, for a total distance of 104.36 feet to a Tract Three Excepted: point in the centerline Being a portion of the of the creek; 2) thence 104.35 Arctic Wolf Properties, S.10-00-39E. LLC property as descri­ feet to a -inch rebar bed in Deed Book 269, set; 3) thence S.79-59Page 2492 (Grantee in­ 21W. 104.36 feet to a correctly identified as -inch rebar set; 4) N.10-00-39W. "Artie Wolf Properties, thence LLC"), bounded by the 104.35 feet to the BE- 1195-Legals N Lawn Care, Inc. • Foundations • Drainage/Erosion Control • Land Clearing • Road Construction • Water Gardens & Landscaping I.AWX SERVICES ) • maM 1195-Legals Y on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all pri­ or liens, unpaid taxes, special assessments, Said property is com­ easements, rights of monly known as 200 way, deeds of release, Wolf Ridge Lane, and any other encum­ Fleetwood, NC 28626. brances or exceptions of record. To the best A cash deposit (no per­ of the knowledge and sonal checks) of five belief of the under­ percent (5%) of the signed, the current purchase price, or Sev­ owner(s) of the proper­ en Hundred Fifty Dol­ ty is/are Emanoil Farlars ($750.00), which­ cas and wife, Margareever is greater, will be ta Farcas. Save and except any releases, deeds of re­ lease or prior convey­ ances of record. required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statu­ tory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immedi­ ately due and owing. Said property to be of­ fered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance "AS IS WHERE IS." There are no represen­ tations of warranty re- If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any rea­ son, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the re­ turn of the deposit. Reasons of such inabil­ ity to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankrupt­ cy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trust- §> V Appalachian Roofing Co. Lawn Services FREE ESTIMATES Senior Citizens Discounts Serving Wilkes and 9464 Hwy 16 N • Grassy Creek, NC 28631 445 Wade Vannoy Dr. • WestJefferson, NC/ 2002 and of record in lating to the title or any Deed Book 280, Page physical, environmen­ 1299, Ashe County tal, health or safety Registry. conditions existing in, 8QQFMG H&J 336-982-4651 V 336-385-8563 1195-Legals H" JI - 7*1 FREE ESTIMATES Thomas Reed - Owner 336-246-3434 977-9040 • 846-4688 • 977-4882 4 Providing a full line of lawn Lot Maintenance care services for full and "> Minor Landscaping part time residents of Ashe County! 1 Serving Ashe & Alleghany Counties We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates arc still quite reasonable. "Since 1989" Wesley Calhoun 1195-Legals that certain deed from 08 W. 36.23 feet to a Samuel B. -inch rebar found at the southeast corner of Church and wife, Shir­ a 0.361 acre tract; ley A. Church to Arctic thence with the eastern Wolf Properties, LLC line of the 0.361 acre (Grantee incorrectly and 0.304 acre tracts identified as two courses: 1) thence N.25-58-48E. 81.10 "Artie Wolf Properties, feet to a -inch rebar LLC'), dated 13 June found; 2) thence N. 152002 and of record in 07-43 E. 50.78 feet to Deed Book 277, Page the BEGINNING; con­ 1613, Ashe County taining 0.125 acres as Registry. calculated by coordi­ nate geometry, from Tract 4: BEING a por­ field data gathered by tion of the Samuel B. The Thomas Herman Church and wife, Shir­ Company, P.O. Box ley A. Church property 519, Jefferson, N.C. as described in Deed 28640-0519, (336) Book 172, Page 282, 246-3352, P.L.S. LAshe County Registry, 2633, dated Oct. 31, and more particularly 2000, revised August described as follows: 13, 2002. Job # 95100501. BEGINNING on a inch rebar found at the And also being the northeastern corner of same lands described a 0.304 acre tract; in and conveyed by thence with a new line that certain deed from three courses: 1) Samuel B. Church and thence S.44-50-03E. wife, Shirley A. Church 64.06 feet to a -inch to Arctic Wolf Proper­ rebar set; 2) thence ties, LLC (Grantee in­ And also being the S.33-41-14 W. 109.79 correctly identified as same lands described feet to a -inch rebar "Artie Wolf Properties, in and conveyed by set; 3) thence N.65-48- LLC"), dated 23 August LAWS CARE Northwest CALHOUN CLEARING & GRADING 1195-Legals em line of said Wolfe property two courses: 1) thence S.77-42-41E. 182.51 feet to a -inch rebar found; 2) thence S.89-11-08E. 142.02 feet to a -inch rebar found: thence with a new line three courses: 1) thence S.25-5848W. 81.10 feet to a 1/2-inch rebar set; 2) thence N.69-59-17W. 119.63 feet to a -inch rebar set; 3) thence N.80-03-07 W. 254.93 feet to a -inch rebar set in said northern line; thence with said northern line N.69-5423E. 83.79 feet to the BEGINNING; contain­ ing 0.361 acres as cal­ culated by coordinate geometry, from field data gathered by The Thomas Herman Com­ pany, P.O. 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Wilkins, NCSB No. 32346 U.S. General Services Administration 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 26403 PHONE: 4988 (910) APPALACHIAN STATE UNIVERSITY'S OFFICE OF ARTS & CULTURAL PROGRAMS PRESENTS THE 2 0 0 7 - 2 0 0 8 392 FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 06-13090 ARTS SERIES I work. Therefore, eye strain. APPALACHIAN STATE UNIVERSITY BOONE, NORTH CAROLINA Big Bad Voodoo Daddy Oct. 20 Ballet Folklorico de Mexico Oct. 30 Degas String Quartet Nov. 7 Sean Curran Dance Company Nov. 9 Anuria: "Celtic Origins" Dec. l Golden Dragon Acrobats Jan. 26 Monterey Jazz Festival's 50th Anniversary Tour Feb. 7 Eye strain from computer use is the number one complaint of office workers. Talk to your eyecare professional about computer eye­ wear to help prevent ey? strain. featuring Nneena Freelon, Terence Blanchard, James Moody, Benny Green, Derrick Hodge & Kendrick Scott Country Gospel singer, Johnny Rhule will be performing at the Ashe Senior Center on Thursday, September 13 from 11 a.m until noon. The Taj Mahal Trio Subscribe to the The Vinton Council of America rocommoiuin regular eye exam: lor you and your lamily lo ensu healthy vision. Jefferson Post Cypress String Quartet: "Inspired by America" Feb. 26 Montana Repertory Theatre: "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof" Apr. 10 Philharmonic Wind Quintet of New York Apr. 16 Tickets On Sale New! SUBSCRIBE & SAVE 10% /262.4046 or 800.841.ARTS 828 Check Yearly. See Clearly.- www.pas.appstate.edu www.checkyearly.com Feb. 15 with guests the Carolina Chocolate Drops Diamond Promise Ring LF2244 Ref. 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Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 73 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 18 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-09-11 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/cd7fd788ced95c09f5fe445ee3944155.pdf 407f89937e3059a8868d360431b7ac2f PDF Text Text Soccer shocks Surry Central page 1B Volleyball squeaks by Surry Central page 1B JV soccer team remains unbeaten page 2B SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Leviton chairman, 90, dies (Editor's note: This release was issued by Leviton Manu­ facturing Co. on Tuesday. The Jefferson Post extends its sym­ pathies to Mr. Leviton's family at this sad time.) Little Neck, New York, September 12, 2007— Har­ old Leviton's dedication to the electrical industry and its key professional associa­ tions is legendary. He served on many industry association and civic boards over a span of decades, rarely missing a meeting. Well into his late 80s he traveled around the world to position his third-genera­ tion family business, formed at the turn of the century, into a global industry leader. His life revolved around his fam­ ily, his company, his hobbies and generous philanthropic and civic pursuits. With great sadness Levi­ ton Manufacturing Company announces the passing of its Chairman and Chief Execu­ tive Officer, Harold Leviton, age 90. Leviton passed away Saturday afternoon Septem­ ber 8, 2007 with his family at his bedside. He is survived by his wife of more than 66 years, Shirley, daughters, Pa­ tricia, Adrienne, and Eliza­ beth, son-in-laws, Donald J. Hendler, Steven B. Sokolow and Andrew Kriegman, and grandchildren and great­ grandchildren. "I am deeply saddened that our industry has lost one of its foremost icons," said Don­ ald J. Hendler, Leviton com­ pany president. "Those of us who knew Harold had a deep admiration and tremendous respect for him as a business­ man with infinite passion for the electrical industry. Harold took great pride in assuming leadership of our large, pri­ vate, family company and in ushering in another genera­ tion. His legacy of continuing the family business will be carried forward. I am proud to accept leadership responsi­ bility on behalf of Harold and the Leviton family." Born in 1917 in Brooklyn, New York, Harold Leviton Harold Leviton (1917-2007) grew up with "electricity" and a passion for the electrical business running through his veins. While his young con­ temporaries were out playing stickball or softball on Satur­ days, he regularly accompa­ nied his father on visits to the family's Greenpoint, Brook­ lyn factory, where he spoke to employees at all levels of the company and learned the business from the ground up. After graduating from the University of Miami with a business degree in 1940, he began full-time employment at the company. Starting out in the stock room, he made his way through the company's purchasing and personnel departments and eventually became Director of Personnel, where he instituted forwardthinking policies and diversi­ fied the workforce well before the nation's anti-discrimi­ nation laws were legislated. With the passing of his older brother Bernard and his fa­ ther Isidor two years later in 1965, he found himself sitting at the company's helm as its President, CEO and Chair­ man. Under his 42-year long leadership, Leviton Manufac­ turing grew to become one of the leading companies in the electrical industry with a product portfolio consisting of more than 25,000 products used in homes, businesses and industrial facilities. In addition to presiding over the company, Harold Leviton stood as a command­ ing presence and outspoken advocate for safety standards in the electrical industry. Re­ calling the day he received a letter from a parent thank­ ing him for saving her child's life, he described the experi­ ence as a defining moment - one which exemplified why he chose a career in electri­ cal manufacturing. A mother had found a hairdryer in the bottom of the bathtub with her child. After removing her child from the bathtub she learned that the GFCI the hairdryer was plugged into See Leviton, page 5A Conservation urged as drought continues As the drought continues to worsen across the state, with little significant rainfall in the forecast, Gov. Mike Easley is asking local officials who have not already imple­ mented water conservation measures in their cities and counties to do so immediately. He is sending a letter to may­ ors and county commission­ ers in counties that operate public water systems. Ninetythree of the state's 100 coun­ ties are now experiencing ex­ ceptional, extreme or severe drought. The towns of Jefferson, West Jefferson and Lansing Post file photo are working to meet the gov­ ernor's request and asking Gov. Mike Easley has called citizens to conserve water. on the state's towns to begin (See related story.) conserving water. "I am calling on all public officials in North Carolina to be no relief to the drought who have not already enacted in sight." The drought map released local ordinances for either vol­ untary or mandatory water last week by the federal conservation to do so imme­ Drought Monitor shows ex­ diately," said Easley. "Public treme drought has spread to water systems are continu­ 66 counties fi*om the Pied­ ing to have near maximum mont to the Coastal Plain water demands every day of and severe drought covers the week because of the hot, 20 counties all the way to the dry weather and there seems Outer Banks. Seven counties in northeastern North Caroli­ na are listed as experiencing moderate drought, the least serious of the four-category federal drought system. A low pressure weather system in the Atlantic Ocean last week­ end did not result in enough to alleviate the drought. Ag­ ricultural and meteorologi­ cal authorities say the state needs more than 15 inches of rain in the next couple of months to make up for signif­ icantly low river and stream flow,:, groundwater supplies and reservoir levels that have serve more since the situ­ been depleted during the ation will likely get worse drought, before it gets better. Of the Easley said he is pleased public water supply systems to see that many municipali­ the state tracks, 64 have put ties are heeding his earlier mandatory water use restric­ calls for water conservation tions in place due to drought but everycite needs to con­ See Drought, page 5A Towns respond to gov's request by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor With the governor's re­ quest for all 100 counties to conserve water during the late summer drought, Ashe County's towns are seeking to comply by implement­ ing water shortage response plans. Jefferson adopted a plan in 1986 to respond to a water shortage. Water Resources Director Tim Church said the plan has three levels: volun­ tary conservation in the face of potential shortages, man­ datory restrictions for mea­ surably lower and diminish­ ing supplies, and emergency response for inadequate drinking water supply. "A water shortage does not exist within the Town of Jef­ ferson at this time," Church said. "However, it is obvious that conditions do exist that could pose a threat to the volume of our water supply. the town manager and board These conditions have not of aldermen. If approved, a compromised water quality." public information campaign Church said that in order would begin aimed at notify­ for voluntary conservation ing water customers of rec­ to be implemented, he would ommended voluntary conserpresent a recommendation to See Water, page 5A Arts Council marks 30th anniversary "The Arts Council exists ism and monetary contribu­ and old throughout the coun­ to enrich the cultural life of tions. The last 30 years has ty and beyond and promoting Ashe County by nurturing brought many changes, chal­ the heritage of the region. and supporting the arts."That lenge milestones and success­ The Arts Council invites has been the mission of the es for Ashe County. The Arts everyone to the first event Arts Council for many years. Council will continue to find in the 30lh year celebration Through the many programs, ways that the arts can impact tonight (Sept. 14) after the events, exhibits, festivals, art the lives and livelihood of the Gallery Crawl at 8 p.m. Join in education acclaimed mu­ programs, grant sicians Wayne programs, pub­ Henderson and lic art projects ASHE CODPITY OU/\Cll Helen ' White and much more, and the Gallery its mission is Crawl street being fulfilled. musicians for a The Ashe fun-filled eve­ County Arts Council turns people of Ashe County. . ning of art, traditional music 30 this year and has a long You can participate in sup­ and birthday cake at the Ashe history of providing cultural porting the Ashe County Arts Arts Center. opportunities to Ashe Coun­ Council during its fundraisThe Gallery Crawl takes ty. Over the years the Arts ing drive in September. The place in downtown West Jef­ Council has enjoyed the sup­ goal is to raise $57,000 to ferson from 5 to 8 p.m. with port of the community with continue the many programs open house at studios and their patronage, volunteer- enriching the lives of young See Arts, page 5A Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,765 U.S. service people killed (as of 9/12) 27,848 U.S. service people wounded (as of 9/12) Photo courtesy of Sandra Peterson Mountain View kindergarten student Nathan Howell helped raise money to buy some new technology for his school by selling lemonade and cookies at the farmers market. His entrepreneurship is inspiring to his teachers, family and friends. Kindergartner raising money for school by Sandra Peterson Special to the Post "I may only be in kinder­ garten, but your help to buy technology for my school could send me out of this world." This was the quote from a flyer that a kindergarten stu­ dent, Nathan Howell, used last Saturday when he set up a lemonade stand at the Ashe County Farmer's Market. It all started with a "Tech Buck" fundraiser at Moun­ tain View Elementary School. The school was having a dol­ lar fundraiser in which each child asked 25 different peo­ Goss to hold office hours State Senator Steve Goss will hold the first of a series of Ashe County office hours, Friday, September 21, from 1 to 3:00 p.m. at the Ashe County Public Library. Residents are invited to share concerns with Senator Goss. Walk ins are invited or appointments may be made by calling (828) 205-2943. Signing at Skyland Books Sheridan Hill, noted author and former resi­ dent of Ashe County, will sign copies of her new ple for a donation of a dollar. The purpose of this fundrais­ er is to purchase more Smart Boards and document cam­ eras for classroom use. Nathan, a kindergarten student in Brenda Davis' classroom, made the decision See Fundraiser, page 5A book, My Name as a Prayer, at Skyland Books & Gifts this Saturday between 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. The book chronicles Hill's relationship with her mother during the last year of her mother's life. Hill's mother, Troyanne Freeland Ross, was a local celebrity in Charlotte for many years, working as one of the country's first TV weather women, acting on stage and film and establishing The Troyanne Ross Institute of Modeling. Critically acclaimed, the book explores the depths and complexity of the mother-daughter relationship. The author currently resides on Beech Mountain. �~ PAGE 2A FRIDAY/ SEPTEMBER 14, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Why is change so scary to most people? by Maria Cilley (FlyLady) Special to the Post What is it about change that terrifies us? Part of the problem with change is being pulled out of our comfort zone. We become complacent with the way things are because we don't like to rethink or even learn something different. Learning and trying new things keeps the spark alive in us. Think of it as a campfire that is burning. It gives you warmth only if you keep the fire stoked with good fuel. We all need fuel to keep us stoked with our enthusiasm.As I have always said if something is fun it will get done. I have a personal mission statement; To find joy in ev­ erything I do and to be a loving devoted wife to my Sweet Dar­ ling. A few years ago I dropped the last part of this mission statement. I realized that if I was finding joy in everything that I do, then the second part happened automatically. That joy and excitement is conta­ gious to all parts of my life and to those around me. I believe that this is the best way to live each day. Leanne Ely and I have been doing a radio show for several years. At first we were guests on The Mom Show. When the Moms decided to stop doing their show, we began our own with the help of our producer Jeff. We called our show the FLY Show. This stood for FlyLady, Leanne and You. This was an internet call in show and anyone who had a com­ puter could listen live or down­ load it to hear us at their con­ venience on their iPod, MP3 player or computer. We loved doing our show because YOU the listener became the pro­ gram director. We never know what is going to happen on the show. We FLY by the seat of our pants most of the time, but it is fun. Or it was till early summer; at that time the internet radio company was purchased by another company and all of a sudden their website made it so hard on our members that it broke my heart. Even I had trouble finding our show and downloading it. Now if I can't do it then it is too difficult for my FlyBabies. We don't want to have think too hard to make something happen; websites need to be intuitive to help those of us who are only good at turning them on. Every Thursday when my Sweet Darling would come home from work, he would ask, "how was the show today?" He could see by the frown on my face that there had been problems. Our callers were the highlight of the day but the problem was with everything from servers to other equip­ ment. Robert would say how much longer are you going to continue with this frown on your face. Then he reminded me of my motto to find joy in everything I do. Last Thursday the straw Most Popular College Majors 1. Business 2. Psychology 3. Elementary Education 4. Biology 5. Nursing — 6. Education 7. English 8. Communications 9. Computer Science 10. Political Science Source: The Princeton Review © 2007 by King Features Syndicate, Inc. World rights reserved broke the camel's back and we did not have a live feed. All I could think about were our FlyBabies who looked forward to our show each week and how much we needed them to make the show special. Im­ mediately we began to receive emails wanting to know where the show was. I picked up the phone and contacted a new friend at BlogTalkRadio.com. I asked Nikki if there was any­ way we could get a show on the air in 15 minutes. She said let me check and before we knew it we were live doing our show on www.BlogTalkRadio.com. Let me say that sometimes change is good. The less we have to think about it the bet­ ter it is on us. When I found out about this great new tool a week ago I could not believe COMMERCIAL APPRECIATION DAYS that anyone who wanted to could broadcast for FREE. Yes you heard me right. You too can be a talk show host with just a telephone and a com­ puter. I think this would be a great tool for grandparents to read to their grand children. The possibilities are endless. I even told my veterinarian Clyde Brooks he should do a show. He has lots of fans from his new book Tending Critters in the Ridges. Go listen to our show http:/ / blogtalkradio.com / flylady When we eliminate the clutter in our lives, we are free to make changes that make us smile and enjoy the process! Are you ready to FLY by fol­ lowing the simple motto of finding joy in everything you do? For more help getting rid of your CHAOS; check out her website and join her free men­ toring group at www.FlyLady. net or her book,Sink Reflections published by Bantam and her New York Times Best Selling book, Body Clutter published by Fireside. Copyright 2007 Maria Cilley Used by permis­ sion in this publication. 3 DAYS ONLY! 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PerniH I _ _ _ conversion kit may apply. Additional charges may apply for permit fees.©2007 by Lowe's®. All rights reserved. Lowe's and the gable design are registwed trademarks of Cf, LLC. 07099T 001/70991/030 58 �LIFESTYLES News Mr. and Mrs. Tracy Daniel Phipps Amanda Marie Christy and Ronnie William Grubb announce the birth of their son, Jacob Dylan Grubb. He was born Sept. 4, 2007, at Ashe Memorial Hospital. He weighed 7 pounds, 8 ounc­ es and was 19 inches long. Grandparents are Sharon Christy, Ronnie Grubb and Vickie Mullis. Jennifer Tobin and Chris­ topher Bob Wise announce the birth of their son, Christo­ pher Tager Wise. He was born Sept. 6, zuu i, at Ashe Memo­ oepi. o, 2007, /\sne memo- rial Hospital. He weighed 5 pounds, 13 ounces and was 18.5 inches long. Grandpar­ ents are Janet and James Lyon of Millers Creek and Janice Fischer of Jefferson. Robin Marie Shumate announces the birth of her daughter, Talin Lea Shumate. She was born Sept. 7,2007, at Ashe Memorial Hospital. She weighed 6 pounds, 2 ounces, and was 19.1 inches long. Grandparents are Greg and Mary McGuire of West Jef­ ierson. ferson. This coming Sunday Salon (September 16,2007) will fea­ ture "Covered Dish" a popular trio from Winston-Salem per­ forms in a variety of stylesblues, contemporary pop, and soft rock. They "cover" tunes from the Allman Brothers, Eric Clapton, James Tay­ lor, Bill Withers, Sister Ha­ zel, Tom Petty, Norah Jones among others. Music from the Stand up bongo, man­ dolin, and six string guitar mixed with harmonizing vo­ cals makes "Covered Dish" a favorite for everyone. The Sunday Salon starts with music from 4 until 6 p.m., complimentary hors d' oeuvre at 5 p.m., and din­ ner immediately following the performance at 6 p.m. The bar opens at 3:30 p.m., so come out early and enjoy a rocker on the front porch. For reservations call 336-9822109. Holman-Phipps Barker-Severt exchange vows 'Covered Dish' engagement at River House Jennifer Dawn Holman and Tracy Daniel Phipps were married at 5 p.m. on June 30 at Zion United Methodist Church in Todd. The Rever­ end Jack Pugh officiated. The bride is the daughter of Kyle and Shirley Holman of Todd. She graduated from Appalachian State Universi­ ty with a degree in Business Education and is teaching at Ashe County High School. The groom is the son of Danny and Janet Phipps of Crumpler. He graduated from Ashe Central High School and operates Phipps Masonry. The bride was escorted by her father. She wore a tea length, diamond white wed­ ding gown. The halter-top gown was accented by crystal beads and adorned with an antique brooch. The bride car­ ries a bouquet of wildflowers that were arranged by Carol Fairchild. The matron of honor was the bride's sister, Jessica Baker of Glendale Springs. The best man was the groom's friend, David Bowers of Crum­ pler. Following the ceremony, a reception was held in the dining room at Ashe Services for Aging in West Jefferson. A wonderful and delicious dinner was prepared by the bride's family and friends. After a honeymoon trip to Yellowstone National Park, the couple resides in Grassy Creek, N.C. announced Mr. and Mrs. Danny N.C. Barker of Crumpler, N.C., Summer is a fourth grade are pleased to announce the teacher at Blue Ridge Ele­ engagement of their daugh­ mentary School and Justin is ter, Summer Marie Barker, employed with Charter Com­ to Justin Nathaniel Severt. munications. Justin is the son of Mr. and A fall wedding is planned Mrs. Jerry Severt of Lansing, for Oct. 6, 2007. 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New 2007 Toyota Taeomas TOYOTA T OF BOONE Distributor Rebate Now Excluded From Financing Off NO DOC FEES EVER! L �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government whhout newspapers J^e-paP-s without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter. - T h o m a s Jefferson, 1 / s / Editorial Alternative energy leadership needed Last decade, facing With population, comes demands—and uncertain times in the energy recent hot summers are power industry, our region­ al cooperative, Blue Ridge pushing those demands Electric, showed strong ever higher. Alternative leadership by forming a energy sources, used prop­ for-profit subsidiary, Blue erly, can enable this region to become less dependent Ridge Energies. The new company has on outside generation— helped strengthen the coop­ which depends on oil, coal erative, and as a result ben­ or nuclear power as its efitted its members. Now, we source. Blue Ridge Electric has believe, Blue Ridge Electric long been the leading advo­ needs to once again take a new direction in leader­ cate in the region for con­ servation. The switch sys­ ship. That direction is alterna­ tem that helps in tough tive energy. As the recent peaks remains a marvel windenergy debacle showed, of technology. The cooper­ it is not easy getting any ative's efforts at member power project up and run­ education have also helped ning. The costs can be high, reduce bills and provide for and the technical expertise wiser use of energy. This required is daunting. This suggestion is merely an is true whether the power extension of the concepts generation source involved already in place. While still called "alter­ is "conventional" or not. native," these new tech­ We do not suggest that Blue Ridge begin plans for nologies are proving them­ a huge wind farm. Quite selves, especially on small­ the opposite. We suggest er scales, around the world. the cooperative would be As oil supplies gradually inevitable wise—either through Blue deplete—an thing, with the only debate Ridge Energies or another subsidiary—to begin offer­ being "when"—these tech­ ing alternative energy prod­ nologies will become crucial ucts in this region. That in maintaining our technol­ could include solar panels, ogy and present forms of home-sized windmills and civilization. We hope, as it has done many other products that since 1936, Blue Ridge would benefit both mem­ Electric will provide this bers and the cooperative. region the leadership it The continued rapid growth in North Carolina needs for an even brighter shows no signs of abating. future. ^ ^ PAGE 4A ^ Thanks, officer! To the Editor: A few weeks ago, I was rushing my daughter to Ashe Memorial Hospital with heart problems when I was stopped for my driving by West Jeffer­ son Policeman Brad Jordan. I explained my daughter's illness. He told me to go on. He went with us to the hos­ pital and was very helpful. Before he left, he told us if he could help any more to call him. We are very fortunate here in Ashe County to have such good friends and helpful, dedicated law enforcement officers. Thank you, Brad Jor­ dan. Anita C. Miller Jefferson "TKIM- BALLOON behind their LOCKED gates do hope we can learn from if they so choose and impose each year and grow to sup­ their dictatorships and "mon­ port the vendors that have ey rackets" (although there so generously given time and may be a few good HOAS, just travel to this festival. We are grateful for our cor­ of already has done, and this like there are still some good porate and individual spon­ may be checked through the people left just knowing the sors for without their support To the Editor: Register of Deeds office, can apples from lemons, before we wouldn't be planning next I feel unfortunately all signing, will be the problem) this planning hooplah is com­ come into Ashe County and on those who have the time year's event. Thank you to in their HOA regulations the local businesses that pro­ ing a little too little and much clearly state and I quote, and money to deal with their vided items for the silent auc­ too late to preserve the Ashe "any land within one mile of rules on that and regulations tion and the ROTC for their County most of us who grew said development can be AN­ on this, not to mention those help with parking cars. up here knew. NEXED and made a part of constant fees and fines if The Wayne Henderson gui­ The needs of the one have that development simply by your grass gets taller than tar was truly a remarkable long ago been outweighted in they would like, but one thing signifying their INTENT to gift. Thank you Wayne, Pat, Ashe County by the needs of do so with that Register of is for sure, if they start try­ and Max Henderson. The raf­ the "moneyed". Those "need­ ing to annex me, try to turn ing?" second and third homes, Deeds" and then become sub­ off my outside lights which fle was a huge success. Your have long bypassed those ject to all the regulations and I'm paying for, not to mention generosity is truly appreci­ they care to impose on ated. Congratulations to Tim needing just one simple sen­ dues that property then there is heaven forbid if they decide Roten of Lansing, who won sible home to live in. 1 don't to march into my home and need your fancy log cabin, a something as they say "rotten start trying to renovate it to the guitar and is now taking in Denmark". It does NOT lessons from Eric Hardin. solid non-leaky roof over my say at any point that the de­ their liking, they will certain­ Finally, we thank all the head suits me just fine and ly get what their not minding I happen to like to grow and velopment even HAS to own their own business entitles local and visiting musicians that property either to annex and festival guests who tru­ plant whatever plants in my it and make it a part of that them to especially when I'm ly reflected the spirit of Ola yard I chose to as long as development. What happens paying for that one and only Belle Reed in their perfor­ they're legal. home. If I don't go around try­ Ashe County has already after they get that acre sur­ ing to mind your business, mances and participation. rounding it, do they go on to Let us all remember what changed in character from then you definitely aren't go­ that of a small town area to the next, next and next un­ ing to try to mind mine. If I the Mission of this festival is a town of a lot of "outsiders" til they manage to "weasel" need "protection" from a "pig about and how the people of their way across to where I our community will bring this who want to tell the rest of am now? It may not be legal farm" I'll let you know but to life year after year. us where we should live, how TODAY, but hey, if its REGIS­ don't hold your breath. Sor­ we should live, what we can , TERED and supposedly those ry, I think the barn door got MISSION STATEMENT plant, where our dog should documents are supposed to be closed after the horse got out by Andy McKean you know what and when when it comes to planning in legal documents when they Ola Belle Campbell Reed he should bark, whether we Ashe County. I'm just waiting are registered and ENFORC(1915-2002), legendary coun­ should keep chickens or any IBLE what about NEXT week for the next HUGO to see how try singer, was a strong force other domestic animal, where long some can "tread water". or next month? If enough our car can sit when it breaks Janet Cox for good who touched count­ money and fancy lawyers get down, and that we should Todd less lives. The Ola Belle behind it don't think it won't Campbell Reed Homecoming not live in a mobile home, if happen because it can and it Festival is an opportunity to that is all we can afford be­ celebrate the life and music cause they and I quote "do not will. They are already fighting of this remarkable woman want those old single wides it in Arizona and some other in the locale where her life's near their development." Oh states, where developers are To the Editor: journey began, the small com­ yes, and lets NOT forget that The Ola Belle Reed Home­ wanting to make it mandato­ munity of Lansing, along the old "light pollution", heaven coming Festival Committee ry for EVERYONE to be part New River in the mountains forbid we should have an out­ of an HOA. I think North would like to thank the many side light to injure their deli­ Carolina has even tried to volunteers who provided of North Carolina. The Festival will feature cate sensibilities. so much of their time and the music of Ola Belle's hus­ I say mind your own busi­ pass it once already. Take it from a person who "sweat" to make the 2nd an­ band and sons, musicians ness and let me mind mine. has seen what lengths some nual Ola Belle Reed Home­ who played with her over the You would find that that developers will go to to get coming Festival a success. should definitely keep you A very special thanks years, newer groups that are those single wide mobile busy enough without sticking goes to the American Legion carrying on her tradition, and your nose behind my closed homes away from their de­ for the use of their field and local talent. It will also cel­ velopments! From the fancy ebrate the life and philosophy doors and telling me what houses now in the New River the great chicken and to the of a woman who spent a life­ color my house should be floodplain, right on to those American Legion Ladies time "tearing down the fences painted. If not then I suggest you now see on the mountain- Auxiliary who worked so YOU get a JOB instead of fin­ that fence us all in." tops all around you the Ashe hard baking and cleaning in "High on a mountain, wind ing and "nickle and diming" preparation for this event. County of the past is gone. blowing free", join Ola Belle's the rest of us to death with We are now the Ashe Coun­ Our sincere appreciation to Member: family and friends and the regulations. Next you will (USPS 441-810) ty of Charlotte, or Florida or the Lansing Fire Department people of Lansing, North Car­ N.C. Press Association be wanting to tell me I can't any other large area you care for their enthusiastic help olina for a weekend of music wear a certain color or go to Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. to name. Our children cannot before, during and after the bed at a certain time, and I and fellowship. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. even afford to buy a small par­ festival and the Lansing Area never even signed your HOA Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. cel of land in this county since Ladies Auxiliary (La-La's) for The Ola Belle Reed (Home Owners AssociationPh (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com it's all priced far beyond their providing coffee and goodies Homecoming Festival ed.) agreement and never Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ reach, complete with regula­ to festival guests during the Committee would. ery- $30 91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new tions to make sure you keep event. We acknowledge the I value those rights that and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. paying, paying and paying, commitment of vendors who men died for including free­ so our children go elsewhere. came from near and far to dom of speech. When any So let the developers hide participate this 2nd year. We Editor - Jim Thompson development, as one I know Planning is too late Letters to the Editor Thanks! Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Production Manager Graphic Artist/Webmaster Sports/General News Reporter Business Manager Receptionist... 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Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2007 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Senior Games kickoff luncheon Commissioners meet Monday Seniors from Ashe, Alleghany and Wilkes counties participating in the state finals of the Blue Ridge Senior Games this fall in Ra­ leigh will gather at the Ashe County Senior Center in West Jeffer­ son on Tuesday, Sept. 18 for a special kickoff lun­ cheon at 1 p.m. The senior center also welcomes Rep. Cul- Arts lie Tarleton on Friday, Ashe County Commission­ da include: ers will welcome Sen. Steve Sept. 21 at 11 a.m. •3:55 p.m.: Ashe Memorial He will speak on se­ Goss and Rep. Cullie Tar­ nior related issues and leton to their Monday, Sept. Hospital CEO R.D. Williams 17 meeting as the North with an annual report. legislative action in the Carolina General Assembly •4:10 p.m.: High Coun­ North Carolina General members offer an update on try Waste Solutions with an Assembly. the 2007 legislative session. application for solid waste continued from front page galleries. Musicians play in several locations as well as on the street, and refresh­ ments are offered. Visitors can see a fine example of the tremendous artistic talent in this area. The Acorn Gallery on Long Street in West Jefferson, is proud to present North Caro­ lina author Sheridan Hill at the Gallery Crawl for a book signing of her new novel My Name as a Prayer. This book was written in Ashe Coun­ ty, where so many creative thoughts are conjured and features the art of well-known North Carolina artist and owner of the gallery, Raney Rogers. New York best-sell­ ing author William Forstchen says, "This is a must-read book." Hill will also play the harp at 6 and 7 pm. And, as always, the Acorn Gallery is offering chocolates and cham­ pagne and many beautiful new works of art. Raney Rogers was fea­ tured in August of this year's North Carolina Wildlife Cal­ endar and will be "Ms June" in the same calendar for 2008 featuring her golden retriever Zack. She will have a one-woman show at Jeffer­ son Landing for the month of October this year and has her art class schedule listed on her website. Call 246-3388 for questions or visit online at www.acorngallery.com. As the art celebration con­ tinues in Ashe County, don't miss the annual Studio Hop and Art on the Side planned for Saturday, Sept. 22 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Travel around the county to visit artists in their studios and enjoy seeing their talents demonstrated. Artists will also be featured at the Arts Center in West Jefferson with a variety of handmade and original art­ work. Studios participating in the Hop include Ashe Arts Center, Stephen Shoemaker, Ashe Street Gallery, Tin Roof Gallery and Studio, Bohe­ mia Gallery, Morgan Studios, Mary-Ann Prack Studio, Ron­ nie Hughes Studio, Silver Designs, Linda Bruce and Todd Mercantile. Art on the Side participants include Bill Baker, Cheryl Baker, Douglas Butler, Buzzard Bear Family Forge, Richard Caine, Carla Houck, Gil Millsaps, Ed Perzel, Rattlesnake Mountain Pottery, River Rock Gal­ lery, Cheryl Roberts, Darla Sargeant, Cher Shaffer and Wildwood Clay Creations. Find a range of artwork from pottery and paintings to jew­ elry and sculpture, photogra­ phy and wood works, baskets and fiber art, knitted items and glasswork. For more information about the Arts Council and any of its events, call 846-ARTS. An Arts Council Timeline 1977 1982 1983 1984 1985 1986 1988 1988 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 Ashe County Arts Council comes together as an orga­ nization Ashe County Fair revived First Open House held at Mt. Jefferson Presbyterian Church as the forerunner to Spring Fest ARTS/DATES publication begun School Arts Programming begun Ashe County Choral Society established Arts Council participates in the first Christmas in July Festival with a juried art show First Executive Director hired Participation begun in the Adopt-a-Highway Program Very Special Arts Festival begun Governor's Business Award in Arts & Humanities re­ ceived Studio Hop begins Ashe Arts Center renovations completed • Program Director hired Gallery Shop opened at Ashe Arts Center Gallery established at Ashe Memorial Hospital Caf­ eteria Arts'Council recognized as Ashe County Volunteer Or­ ganization of the Year Kiev Symphony Orchestra and Chorus brought to Ashe County for the first time Missoula Children's Theatre comes to Ashe County High Country Handbell Festival begun Annual Tree Fest begins Coffee House Talent Nights begin 1 Downtown murals Spring Wildflowers on Mt. Jefferson and New River Traditions completed Gallery Crawls begun Earth Quilt dedicated Regional Artist Project Grant Program begun Tickling the Ivories Concert begins JAM (Junior Appalachian Musicians) Project begun Arts Council participates in AAEP (Appalachian Arts in Education Partnership) Martin Luther King Day Celebrations at Ashe Arts Center begin Arts Council, Civic Center, and Little Theatre come together forming "Ashe Arts" and operating the Ashe Civic Center Wings Community based mural complete with NC Mu­ seum of Art Artist Directory published New River Friends of the Symphony created to bring a' symphony orchestra to the county each year Community Weaving Project implemented at Fleet­ wood and Riverview Centers Gallery exhibits begun at Jefferson Landing Barn Quilt project begun Best of the Blue Ridge juried art competition and ex­ hibit begins Atlantic Ballet Theatre's Amadeus presented continued from front page both a benefactor and one­ time President and Chair­ man of its Board. He was also a founder of Technion (Israel Institute of Technology) and a benefactor of the Albert Ein­ stein College of Medicine. During his lifetime, he received numerous distin­ guished awards, including the Anti-Defamation Torch of Lib­ erty Award; the Wire and Ca­ ble Club of America's Charles D. Scott Distinguished Career Award; NEMA's Falk Award; and the Medal of Merit of the Portuguese Communities, for the philanthropy and good­ will he extended to those of Portuguese descent after a devastating volcano struck the Azores. His civic activities were many and varied, and in­ cluded serving as a Trustee and Deputy Mayor of the Vil­ lage of Hewlett Harbor, New York and Vice President of the Board of the Woodmere (New York) Academy. An avid salt-water game fisherman franchise. •4:25 p.m.: Steve Loflin with tax appeals for Present Use Value and Property Tax Commission. •4:40 p.m.: Tax Adminis­ trator Keith Little with the monthly tax report. •4:55 p.m.: Charles Young, Jeff Jones and Patty McMeans from the County Ani­ an additional $45 to contrib­ ute to the school's technol­ ogy fundraiser. In addition to brushing up on his math skills by making change for customers, Nathan learned the importance of working and investing in the future. "We would really like to thank Patty Shay and all of the farmers at the market for their help and support," said Nathan's mom, Cindy Howell. "Many of the vendors were very generous contributors. People in this community care a lot about kids and the future." be proactive in its efforts to prevent or mitigate any po­ tential threats to our drink­ ing water supply in the face of the extended lack of pre­ cipitation. The cooperation of all customers is certainly ap­ preciated along with prayers that significant rainfall will soon be forthcoming." The same measures are being encouraged in West Jefferson. Town Manager Greg McGinnis said that while there is no indication of problems with the water supply or quality, he is plan­ ning to call a special meeting of the board of aldermen to consider a resolution imple­ menting voluntary conserva­ tion in response to the gover­ nor's request. "The town passed an or­ dinance during the last drought," said McGinnis, with levels of voluntary, mandatory and emergency conservation followed by ra­ tioning in the event of severe water shortages. McGinnis said drought first affects the groundwater which is shared by all. He is hoping the rain forecast for Thursday and Friday would help alleviate any potential problems. Under a longtime mora­ torium against adding new customers because of the lack of water, and in the pro­ cess of seeking grant money to develop a new well for the town, Lansing is also aware of the potential water short­ age across the state as the al­ dermen seek to find new wa­ ter resources to help growth. "Here in Lansing we are making every effort to con­ serve water in every way we can," said Mayor Jason Ring. "At this point, we haven't got a plan in place, but the people in the community are pretty much aware and we'll be glad to cooperate with the gover­ nor in every way we can." County residents can par­ ticipate in voluntary water conservation and help pro­ long their well and spring supplies by following the above mentioned measures to decrease the demand on local water resources. Fundraiser continued from front page Leviton had tripped, saving her child's life. "This is perhaps one of the best examples of giving back," he recalled. "Through the industry's involvement in safety standards, we gave back a child's life." Leviton served as Chair­ man of NEMA's (National Electrical Manufacturers As­ sociation) Wiring Device Sec­ tion and Building and Equip­ ment Division and as an honorary member of its Board of Governors and Chairman of the Electrical Manufacturing Council. In addition, he served as Vice Chairman Emeritus of the National Electrical Safety Foundation (NESF). His keen sense of social re­ sponsibility and concern for the nation's youth led him to institute the Leviton Indus­ trial Arts Award, which has since become a prestigious ac­ colade for New York City High School students in the electri­ cal trades. Leviton played an active role with the United Jewish Y's of Long Island as The commission meets at Ashe County Courthouse be­ ginning at 3:30 p.m. in the third floor commission meet­ ing room. A work session will be held prior to the regular meeting at 2 p.m. in the sec­ ond floor conference room. Goss and Tarleton are sched­ uled to speak at 3:35 p.m. Other items on the agen- mal Response Team with ap­ proval request for the Ashe County Animal Response Plan. •5:10 p.m.: Charles Young, Extension agent for agricul­ ture, with a resolution for Farm & Rural Safety Week. •5:15 p.m.: Personnel Pol­ icy Committee with amend­ ments to the county person­ nel policy. •5:30 p.m.: Emergency Management Coordinator Patty McMeans with the Emergency Operations Plan. •5:45 p.m.: Closed session on economic development discussion. and golfer, his signature hob­ bies included creating latch hook rugs and cork trivets, which he often gave as gifts to friends, customers and as­ sociates. The staff of the Levi­ ton Company will deeply miss him and are comforted by the legacy of market innovation, philanthropy and goodwill he leaves behind. Services were held Monday, September 10, 2007 at Temple Israel nearby his hometown of Hewlett Har­ bor. to supplement his collected donations with his own la­ bor. He contacted Patty Shay, Farmers Market manager, who was extremely helpful in setting up a space for him to market his lemonade and cookies. He worked from 10 a.m. until noon and earned Water continued from front page vation efforts they could take to reduce demand. These ef­ forts would include the use of low-flow shower heads and toilets, limiting lawn water­ ing to early morning and late evening when evaporation is reduced, avoiding washing vehicles, sidewalks and drive­ ways, using dishwashers and clothes washers only for full loads, using disposable dishes when possible, limiting toilet flushing through multiple us­ age, and limiting showers to 5 minutes. This would reduce overall demand by 5%. "In light of the governor's request, the recommenda­ tion for voluntary water conservation measures to be implemented will be made this week to the town man­ ager and board of aldermen," Church said. "While a criti­ cal water shortage does not exist for the Town of Jeffer­ son, we are aware that Ashe County is among 20 counties currently listed by the gov­ ernor's office as experiencing 'severe drought' conditions. It is important for the town to Drought continued from front page and another 53 have imposed voluntary restrictions. State officials track all government-owned systems, privately-owned systems with 1,000 or more service connec­ tions or serving 3,000 or more people, and privately-owned systems on voluntary or mandatory restrictions. The lowest-ever average August stream flow was recorded last month at 13 monitoring sta­ tions, including nine in cen­ tral North Carolina, two sites in the coastal plain and two sites in the mountains, ac­ cording to the U.S. Geological Survey. All of the sites have been monitored for at least 35 years and most for more than 50 years, the survey reported. In addition, August stream flows at 17 monitoring sta­ tions, most of which are in eastern North Carolina, are Answers Weekly SUDOKU lower than those measured porting hay or water along during the drought from 1998 North Carolina roadways to to 2002. drought-stricken counties to The governor continues to exceed the normal size and direct state agencies in all weight restrictions. 100 counties to stop non-es­ The N.C. Division of For­ sential water use and asks est Resources has imposed a all citizens to cut back their statewide ban on open burn­ water consumption by 20 per­ ing and cancelled all burn­ cent. ing permits because dried Last month, Easley asked out vegetation increases the the U.S. Secretary of Agricul­ danger of forest fires. More ture to declare most of the than 5,300 fires have already state a federal disaster area burned an excess of 30,000 due to crop losses caused by acres in North Carolina this the drought. Information year. Reduced water levels gathered by the U.S. Farm have forced the closing of Service Agency shows 85 some recreational facilities at counties have at least one state lakes. covered crop with a 30 per­ For information on current cent or greater reduction in drought conditions, go online normal yield. to: www.ncdrought.org. State The governor has also is­ agencies that need guidance sued an executive order waiv­ on water conservation mea­ ing certain highway size and sures should go to: www.susweight restrictions for trucks tainablenc.org/neguidance. to help with drought relief htm. To find out more informa­ efforts for farmers. The or­ tion on feed for livestock visit: der allows vehicles trans­ www.ncagr.com/drought. Answer 9 7 3 6 1 4 1 Now in Digital Sound 5 8 2 2 5 8 9 7 6 3 4 4 8 6 5 2 3 9 7 1 5 4 7 1 3 8 2 9 6 2 3 8 9 5 6 6 1 9 4 7 4 1 7 2 8 5 3 3 5 4 7 6 9 1 2 8 8 6 2 3 1 7 9 1 5 7 4 9 SHOWTIME Sun-Thurs 7PM Only Fri & Sat 7 & 9 PM 2 8 4 3 6 5 ftOUMMY Theatre One G1G1E1G •GIP'I Dragon Wars c y a Theatre Two Lots of Nice Accessories, Wreaths, Lamps, Florals 30%-50% Off Diversified Interiors & Accessories, Inc. | 336-973-3005 Hairspray 1-800-849-6127 or 800-893-6246 TTY Open Weekdays 9:30 - 5:00 • Saturday 9:30 • 2:00 j Hwy 421 W.Wilkesboro (next to McLean Floor Covering) nr msnsE i PG__„ FOR SERVICES OR EMERGENCIES Zbs="46it5iGTEiETG Movie schedule for 24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK For mental health, developmental disabilities and substance abuse services Meeting community needs...one person at a time. ilBlEIG 1E1E1G ieptember 14 - September G1G1G1E rar^GiGiEiEiHSnat 1G1E1E aGimGiGiEiGirararar �PAGE 6A FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2007 JEFFERSON POST RELIGION Methodist agencies back more tobacco regulation by Rich Peck United Methodist News Special to the Post Two agencies of The Unit­ ed Methodist Church have joined 24 other religious groups in an effort to get Congress to authorize the U.S. Food and Drug Admin­ istration to regulate tobacco products. The Commission on Unit­ ed Methodist Men and the United Methodist Board of Church and Society are urg­ ing a congressional subcom­ mittee to back the Family Smoking Prevention and To­ bacco Control Act. The pending legislation would give the FDA author­ ity to restrict tobacco ad­ vertising, regulate warning labels, remove hazardous in­ gredients from cigarettes or reduce nicotine levels. "This is the fifth regional meeting designed to bring grassroots support for the legislation," said Vinny DeMarco, national coordina­ tor of Faith United Against Tobacco, during an Aug. 28 news conference at West End United Methodist Church in Nashville. The interfaith effort is supported by religious groups ranging from the Islamic So­ ciety of North America to the Southern Baptist Conven­ tion. A letter from leaders of 25 faith groups was sent in July to all members of Con­ gress urging them to support FDA regulation of tobacco legislation. 400,000 deaths annually "Four-hundred-thousand Americans die annually from diseases related to smoking, and 1,000 children become addicted to tobacco prod­ ucts every day," said Richard Land, president of the Ethics and Religious Liberty Com­ mission of the Southern Bap­ tist Convention. "We have a moral impera­ tive to safeguard men, wom­ en and children from falling victim to tobacco addiction. Dog food is more regulated than tobacco, and products designed to help people stop smoking are regulated by the FDA, while tobacco is not." The Rev. David Adams, top staff executive of the Nash­ ville-based Commission on United Methodist Men, re­ called how he and a friend snuck Winston cigarettes from his mother in the fourth grade, then ate dill pickles after smoking them to hide Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA Pastor George Norris 220 246-2979 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson, NC Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. the tobacco smell. He said his mother died of cancer at age 46 and that other relatives who smoked also died of can­ cer at relatively young ages. Courtney Wilson, a high school student and youth advocate for the Disciples of Christ, said students at her Nashville area high school don't even wait until they leave school grounds before they light up. "Tobacco companies spend $406 million just in Tennes­ see to market products such as candy-flavored cigarettes. If the FDA regulated the product, the agency would outlaw such products," said Wilson, noting that studies show 90 percent of smokers are addicted before age 19. A preventable disease "Tobacco is the leading preventable cause of death in the U.S.,"said Bishop Marsha Thomas, the episcopal leader of the House of God Church in Tennessee. She expressed particular concern for mem­ bers of her African-American denomination because mem­ bers of that ethnic group die at a higher rate than Anglo Americans. Dr. Chuck Womack, a phy­ sician and a member of the Christian Counseling Ministry American Heart Association, said that if the FDA regulat­ ed tobacco, the agency would prohibit cigarette companies from using such terms as "light" or "low tar." The FDA also would require tobacco companies to list their toxic contents and health effects, he said. Records list 196 members of the U.S. House of Repre­ sentatives as co-sponsors of HR 1108. The bill is now in the Subcommittee on Health of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. A similar Senate bill (S625) is co-sponsored by 53 senators and passed the Senate Com­ mittee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions on Aug. 1. In Tennessee-—a top state in tobacco consumption—the coalition is targeting U.S. Rep. Marsha Blackburn, RTenn., and U.S. Rep. Bart Gordon, D-Tenn., who are among the 33 members of the House Subcommittee on Health who will vote on leg­ islation. Bald Mountain Church announces that Mrs. Kim Furches is beginning a Christian counseling ministry. Kim recently graduated from Appalachian State University with a Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. She will be offering: Individual and Family Therapy Specializing in Children and • Adolescents • Grief Counceling • Self Esteem Issues • Eating Disorders • Anger Management • Depression • Stress Management • Post Traumetic Stress Disorders • Various Topics with Small Groups Please contact the church for more information at: 877-1550. 1460 Bald Mountain Road West Jefferson, N.C. 28694 Rich Peck is the commu­ nications coordinator for the Commission on United Meth­ odist Men. Assembly of God Church Bald Mtn. Baptist Church Baldwin Community Church 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman 1460 Bald Mtn. Rd., West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service - 11:00am Sunday: Evening Worship - 7:00pm Wednesday Evening - 7:00pm Italdmountainehurch.org Email: Baldmou11tain@skybest.com Church 877-1550 farsonage 877-2042 Pastor: Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 1549 Hwy. 194 South • Todd (1 mi. off Hwy 221) SUNDAY - Sunday School 10:00AM Worship It :00AM and 6:00PM MONDAY - Community Care 6:00PM (Prayer <Sc Outreach) WEDNESDAY- Family Night 7:00PM (All ages) (Missions Ministry, Van Ministry, Then Time) "A Church focused -on faith, family <6 the future" Corner of haw-Rotund & McNeil Sis • Jefferson (88 West - Left on McNeil, One Block) Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00p.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. Bethany United Methodist Church Blue Ridge Worship Center Church of Christ at West Jefferson Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 221 BameltSt., (OffBuck Mtn. Road) Doug Frazier, Minister Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. "And He led them as far as to Bethany... and He blessed them" Luke24:50 "Join m in worship to Christ" Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 8:30AM and 11:00AM Family Time - 9:30AM Sunday School - 10:00AM Sunday Evening Worship 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study 6:45PM Services en Espanol Sabados a las - 6:00PM Clases de ESL Servicios a las - 7:00PM Nursery providedfor all services Mt Jefferson Church of the Nazarene "Come a.s you are, you will be loved' Sunday School 10:00 a.m Worship & Praise 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p. m. Robert Si. off Bare (Church) 846-9378 Evening Sendee 6:30 p m Worship • 11:00 AM Everyone Welcome! Friendly Grove Baptist Church 846-5615 Church Office or 846-5616 Preacher's Residence Casual & Contemporary Saturday Night 7:00 p.m. Sunday Morning Breakfast T0730 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 Deep Ford Rd., Lansing Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Worship at 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship at 6.00 p.m. Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00p.m. Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 7:OOp:m. Wednesday Evening Service 7:00p.m. "A Life Worth Living!" Friendship Baptist Church Healing Springs Baptist Church Jefferson United Methodist Church Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugli Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor Sun. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship..6:00p.m. Wednesday 7:00p.m. Bible Study Rev. David Grinned • 982-2080 Sunday School • 9:00 a.m. 846-3954 Non-Denominational Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 Rev, Keith Casey 115 East Main St., Jefferson, NC (336)246-9512 9178 Old Hwy. 16 • Grumpier, NC Sunday School-10:00A.M. Sunday Worship Services -10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Services - 6:00 p.m Sunday Morning Worship Service- 11:00A. M. Sunday Evening Worship Service - 7:00P.M. 1957 US Hwy 22I N, Jefferson. NC (336) 246-4764 9:00 a.m. Early Worship 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages 11:00 a.m. - Formal Worship Service Wednesday Evening Service - 7.-00p.m. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00P. M. We invite you to join us for a God centered. L family worshipping experience. Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience. St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church North Beaver Baptist Parish of the Holy Communion (Episcopalian) 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh to fellowship with us every Sunday!" 9:45 a.m. Sunday • Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Sunday • Worship Service 6:30p.m Sunday • Simdav Night Service 6:00p.m. Monday • T.E.A.M. 10:00a.m. Tuesday- • Joy in the Morning 7:00p.m. Wednesday»Prayer Meeting We would love to have you come worship with us. Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church Billy Robinson - Pastor Adult Sunday School - 9:30 AM Childrens Sunday School -10:00 AM Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church 891 Friendship Baptist Church KdJelTerson. NC Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Jim Dawes, Minister Barnett St. • West Jefferson Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs Siinday School -10:00 am Sunday Worship Ser vice 11:00 am & 6:00pm Fleetwood, NC Pastor, Chris Cox West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Cornerstone Fellowship 336-877-2801 495 Highway 194 South Big Flatts Baptist Church Beaver Creek Christian Church Main & Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass - 9:00am Saturday Evening Mass - "Loves you and wants you Seventh-Day Adventist Church of WarrensviUe Pastor: Kevin Morgan St. Mary's Church West Jefferson 8:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Hwy. 163 West Jefferson Pastor Rick Miller Sunday School • 10:00 a.m. J < 336-667-6092 f{ & Saturday Services: Bible School-10:00 AM Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Phone - 982-3076 5:00m English & 7:00vm Spanish Morning Worship • 11:00 a.m. 846-7481 Weekda)' Morn. Mass - Call for times Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00p.m. Smethport Independant Baptist Church WarrensviUe United Methodist Church Welcome Home Baptist Church West Jefferson United Methodist Church Office Phone: 336-982-9410• Ret.lonnit Jones • Pastor Comer of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Pastor James T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 194 and 88 West, Smethport, NC Sunday School 9:45 a.m. • Worship 11:00 u.m. Sunday Night Services 6:30p.m Wednesday Service 7:00p.m. Missions Building by Faith Promise 192 Church Street 336-384-3391 Sunday School ~ 1 0:00AM Worship - 9:00AM Visitors become family Sunday School • 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4th) • 7:00PM Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Children's Church and Nursery Provided Youth Services - Sunday • 6:00PM Van Transportation Available We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! 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Ashe County CARDINAL LANES Family Fun Center Bff Uk "Church Groups Welcome" Discounted Rates Hwy 221, West Jefferson 336-246-7077 Evenings • O jb o F o fJoa*te Kukata, 9*c Your Local Equipment Dealer For All Your Equipment Needs 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap, NC 828-263-8464 • www.boonekubota.com <S^ We Build Your Home ' p The Way You Want It HOMES www.classichomes Intersection US 22I & NC I63 • 1620 NC 163-E West Jefferson, NC •336-246-3600 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2007 PAGE 7A COMMUNITY NEWS Farm Credit debuts tack room makeover contest Maggie Hamm, marketing manager of Carolina Farm Credit, has announced they have launched a promotion to give away a tack room makeover. Horse owners in 15 states are offered a chance to spruce up their tack rooms by enter­ ing "Lucky U," a tack room makeover giveaway that will run through March 31, 2008. Eligible participants can enter "Lucky U" by complet­ ing an online entry form or submitting their information by mail. Visit the "Lucky U" Web site at www.tackroom- prize winner. The four runners-up will receive a $250 gift card to a national home improvement chain. The idea for the give­ away was conceived by Greg ( Moore, an appraiser for Farm Credit in Statesville, N.C. "We wanted to have an event that would reach a lot of people who love the coun­ try as much as we do. Horses and the rural lifestyle seem to go hand-in-hand," said Moore. "By sponsoring this event, we hope to spread the word about Farm Credit and Country Mortgages to those makeover.com for official rules and details. A random drawing of all entries will take place on or about April 1, 2008, to select five finalists. The five finalists will compete for the grand prize, a tack room makeover valued at $5,000, by writing a short essay on why they de­ serve a tack room makeover, accompanied by a photo of their existing tack area. Representatives from Pro­ gressive Farmer, MidAtlantic Thoroughbred and Horse & Pony News will judge the essays and select the grand who might need our services, now or in the future," he con­ tinued. About Farm Credit: Helping to maintain and im­ prove the quality of life in ru­ ral America and on the farm for more than 90 years, the Farm Credit System leads the nation in agricultural and rural financing. Today, the System, including five funding banks and 95 affili­ ated associations serving all 50 states and Puerto Rico, provides more than $123 bil­ lion in loans to nearly half a million borrowers. Food service inspections change Burr issues statement on Iraq RALEIGH - Local health departments are focusing their restaurant and food service establishment inspec­ tions on those establishments with the highest potential risk and with violations that are more likely to contribute to food-borne illness, follow­ ing a change last month in the rules governing the sani­ tation of food service estab­ lishments. Local health departments began assessing facilities us­ ing the new process, which changes the frequency of in­ spections, on Aug. 1. "The change in inspec­ tion frequency means estab­ lishments will be inspected anywhere from once a year up to four times a year, but the difference is that those inspected more frequently pose a greater potential risk to public health," said Terry L. Pierce, director of the Di­ vision of Environmental Health. "The fact is the more food service staff handles, prepares, cooks, stores and reheats food, the more likely it is for food to become con­ taminated." Studies have shown that the types of food served, the food preparation processes used, the volume of food and the population served all have a bearing on food-borne illness risk factors in retail and food service establish­ ments. Previously, environmental health specialists were re­ quired to conduct a minimum of four inspections for each retail food service estaba 1 i s h ment annually. Un­ der facilities will be inspected a minimum of once a year and include food service establish­ ments that prepare only nonpotentially hazardous foods. An example of a Category 1 facility includes some drink stands. Risk Category 2 - These facilities will be inspected a minimum of two times a year and include food service es­ tablishments that cook and cool no more than two poten­ tially hazardous foods (those foods that pose a greater risk to public health) received in a ready-to-cook form. Exam­ ples of Category 2 facilities include pushcarts, some grocery delis and pizza es­ tablishments. Risk Category 3 These facilities will be inspected a minimum of the new inspection three times a year and ap­ protocol, each food service es­ ply to food service establish­ tablishment will be evaluated ments that cook and cool no and assigned a risk category more than three potentially based on the type of food and hazardous foods. Examples of amount of food preparation Category 3 facilities include conducted in the facility. meat markets, school cafete­ The division's Food Protec­ rias and some sub shops. tion Branch has developed Risk Category 4 - These the following risk-based cat­ facilities will be inspected egories, which local health a minimum of four times a inspectors will use to identify year and apply to food ser­ minimum inspection sched­ vice establishments that cook ules for food service facilities and cool an unlimited num­ in their respective areas. ber of potentially hazardous Risk Category 1 - These foods. Examples of Category WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Richard Burr this week issued the following statement regarding General Petraeus' report to Congress on Iraq: "I welcome General Petrae­ us' report. Some progress has been made, but there is room for improvement. The mili­ tary has had great success in eliminating al Qaeda and oth­ er foreign insurgents in Iraq and I believe this represents one of the most effective ways U.S. forces can bring stability to the country. We have seen evidence of this success in al Anbar province where the local population has turned against al Qaeda and has re­ jected its calls for extremism and there are signs that Diyala province may follow as well. Local leadership now works hand-in-hand with U.S. forces to make al Anbar one of the safest places in the country. "As the stability and securi­ ty of Iraq has improved there are few signs of the national political progress that many see as pivotal. Little, if any, progress has been achieved by Iraq's elected leadership. It is time to weaken Iran's influ­ ence and for Iraqi leadership to do what they were elected to do and lead the country to­ ward reconciliation. "While long term stability in Iraq ultimately depends on the Iraqis themselves, Gen­ eral Petraeus believes we can make more progress and can start reducing troop levels at the end of the year. Like all Americans, I want our troops home as soon as possible. But we have to give our men and women the opportunity to build on their recent suc­ cesses. I support Petraeus' Post file photo Sen. Richard Burr recommendation to continue our mission in Iraq." REGAL CINEMAS A REGAi ENTERTAINMENT GROUP COMPANY BARGAIN SHOWS IN () * Pass I Discount Ticket Restrictions Apply REGAL 7 828-262-3800 800-F ANDANGO 254# 210 New Market St Center Adv. Tlx on Sale RESIDENT EVIL: EXTINCTION (R)-ID REQ'D • 4 facilities include full service restaurants, nursing homes, school facilities serving pre­ school-aged children and ca­ terers. 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Did you know • Smoke-filled rooms can have up to 6 times the air pollution of a busy highway? • Cigarette smoke contains over 4.000 chemicals, 60 of which cause cancer? • Even the most advanced ventilation systems do not eliminate all the smoke? PLEASE VISIT THESE SMOKEFREE ASHE COUNTY RESTAURANTS: Anne's Place Blue Ridge Bakery and Cafe Bohemia Gallery Bojangles Brick Stone Pizza and Pasta Casa Garcia Dairy House El Taco Loco Frasers Restaurant Fusion Grill Glendale Springs Inn Grassy Creek Store & Grill Greenfield Restaurant Ingles Corner Cafe Isabel's Kitchen KFC/Taco Bell Lowes Foods Deli ' Los Arcoiris Mexican Restaurant 977-2328 982-4811 846-1498 846-3293 846-1716 246-2133 846-9257 246-3946 246-5222 246-3300 982-4103 384-3730 246-2900 246-2804 846-2714 246-8871 219-0152 846-1639 Michael's 102 North Morningstar Cafe Mountain Aire Seafood & Steaks New China House River House Restaurant Pizza Hut Shingdigz Shokudo Japanese Steakhouse Skate Zone Amusement Center Smoky Mountain BBQ Subway Subway - Walmart Sweet Aromas T. Gray's Restaurant The Clubhouse Bar and Grill Todd General Store Wendy's West Jefferson Coffee House Sponsored by: NW Tobacco Prevention Coalition; Ashe Co. Health Dept., Env. Svcs; Ashe Co. Health Council; NC Tobacco Prevention & Control Branch For more info, contact: Teri VanDyke, 828-264-4995, teriv@apphealth.com: or Nancy Campbell, 336-846-3221. nancy.campbcll@ashe.k 12.nc.us Updated 9/7/07 846-4102 982-6676 982-3060 246-8331 246-3070 246-6077 385-4500 246-6999 846-8333 246-6818 246-7827 246-3920 846-2914 846-8616 982-4653 877-1067 246-2594 246-2212 �PAGE 8A FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Will our fall color season be beautiful? We BOONE, N.C. - Don't be spooked by reports of moun­ tain drought. The High Country region of North Carolina will have plenty of fall color draping its Blue Ridge Mountains. "The High Country is not part of the mountain region that is experiencing extreme drought conditions," says Judy Donaghy, executive director of High Country Host. "We are in a drought situation, but do not have super dry conditions. It will be plenty colorful this fall in the High Country." willOK be Donaghy has been in­ volved with tourism for three decades in the sixcounty mountain region that forms the North Caro­ lina High Country, and she says leaf-lookers are rarely disappointed by Mother Na­ ture's autumn showcase of colors. "Often times in drier years the leaves are every bit as colorful," Donaghy says. "Plus, we've had our share of afternoon thunderstorms this summer that have pro­ vided some areas with more rain than others." Although she does not pos­ sess a crystal ball, Donaghy forecasts the colors to be at their very best the third and fourth weeks of October. Plus, she says there will be ample color earlier and later in the High Country region, which includes the follow­ ing N.C. counties: Allegh­ any, Ashe, Avery, Mitchell, Watauga and Wilkes. "We have varying eleva­ Drought will hurt tions in the High Country, so there's a wide spectrum," she says. "From late September to early November, you're going to find color along the Blue Ridge Parkway and our other scenic byways." North Carolina High Country Host will publish regular leaf-looking updates on its website, www.mountainsofNC.com. Info is also available by calling N.C. High Country Host at (800) 438-7500. ASHE COUNTY JUVENILE CRIME PREVENTION COUNCIL ANNOUNCES AVAILABILITY OF FUNDS The Ashe County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (JCPC) is announcing the availability of $18,959.00 of Department of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (DJJDP) funds to provide services for delinquent, undisciplined and at-risk youth in Ashe County. There is a required local match of 20%. The Ashe County JCPC has conducted a comprehensive planning process to address juvenile delin­ quency and delinquency prevention. Elevated risks and needs of adjudicated juveniles in Ashe County are: Tutoring Interpersonal Skills Parent and Family Skills Experiential kills Protective Factors identified to assist in preventing re-offenses include: Positive expectations/optimism High Accountability Believes they'll be caught Social support from adults/peers Religiosity Self-efficacy Bonding to prosocial others & act. Family Attachment Having A Stable Family Good relationship with parents Home curfew rules Effective parental supervision Low use of physical punishment Family comm. Family connectedness Opportunities for prosocial family involvt. Rewards for prosocial family involvement Programs seeking funding should address in their program one or more of the elevated risk or needs above in addition to one or more of the Protective Factors. As part of the Ashe County JCPC's comprehensive planning process, the Council prioritized pi-ogram services that are needed by the juvenile court system to adequately serve the youth com­ mitting undisciplined or delinquent acts. The following is a list of the services being sought to be funded with the Department of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention funds: Parent & Family Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Tutoring/Academic Enhancement and Experiential Skills. Applications can be obtained by calling Grier Hurley at 336-219-2702 or Amanda Sparks at 336667-1265. Applications are due on October 15, 2007 and may be mailed or hand delivered to Grier Hurley at 150 Government Circle, Suite 1400 Jefferson, NC 28640 or to Amanda Sparks at 500 Courthouse Dr., Suite 1071 Wilkesboro, NC 28697. All applicants will be required to present their information at our local JCPC meeting on Tuesday, October 23, 2007 at 8:30 am at the Agriculture Services Center, 134 Government Circle, Jefferson, NC. All information needed to apply will be presented at the meeting. If you need additional infor­ mation prior to the training you may contact the JCPC Administrative Assistant Amanda Sparks at 336-667-1265 or Grier Hurley at 336-219-2702. The drought that has plagued most of North Caro­ lina this summer will proba­ bly have an adverse effect on fall foliage across the state this fall. Dr. Robert Bardon, associ­ ate professor of forestry and extension forestry specialist at North Carolina State Uni­ versity, says that because of the severe drought, trees are going to look for ways to lose their leaves instead of retain­ ing them, so leaves will turn tion, rain is needed to ensure plenty of soil moisture. "With the lack of rain, the trees cannot produce enough energy to maintain the leaves. They'll quickly go dormant and detach from the tree." During the spring and summer, leaves manufac­ ture most of the food neces­ sary for a tree's growth. The food-making process occurs change, in cells that contain the probably around the end of pigment chlorophyll, which September or first of October, gives the leaves their green Bardon says. Then the trees color. The leaves also con­ in the lower elevations Will tain other pigments that are begin to change. Even though the fall foli­ masked most of the year by the greater amount of chloro­ age in the mountains and across the state might not be phyll. In the fall, partly because the most vibrant this year, of the changes in the period Bardon says taking a trip of daylight and changes in to see the leaves is always temperature, the leaves stop worth it. "Nature always gives us their food-making process. As the chlorophyll breaks something to see," Bardon down, the green color disap­ says. "The leaves may not be pears and yellow colors sur­ the brightest this year but face. Other chemical changes with the landscape chang­ create additional pigments ing there is always some­ that vary from yellow to red thing new and different to observe." to blue. Drought conditions stop the food-making process THE prematurely and hasten the breakdown of chlorophyll, re­ sulting in a quick and early color change. Bardon says there may c/^mong those whom be some localized pockets of l like, I can find no areas in the state that did get enough rain to produce common denominator, vibrant fall color. However, but among those whom the location of those areas is 1 love, I can; all of them very difficult to predict. make me laugh. Leaves at higher elevations in North Carolina, such as Mt. Mitchell, will be the first to brown and fall from trees more quickly than usual. Bardon says moisture helps drive the process that produces color change in leaves. Drought makes leaves shut down, which speeds up the color changes, as well as the rate at which the trees will lose their leaves. 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There will be a special singing from the Mountain View Baptist Church. The pastor, Rev. Glen Woodie, and the con­ gregation invite everyone to at­ tend. Sunday September 16 10 a.m.: New River Baptist Church will be having Home­ DANCE IN TODD! coming Services; special singers will be from Landmark Church, at 10. Speaker will be Rev Wayne Jones, lunch will follow after ser­ vices, Pastor Wayne Jones and congregation invites everyone to attend. 10:30 a.m.: Buffalo Baptist Church will have Homecoming sen/ices on September 16th at 10:30 with Homeward Bound singing. Lunch will be served in the fellowship hall following the service. Revival Services Sept.30-October 3. Rev. Billy Joe Blevins will be the speaker, spe­ cial singing each night. Prayer room at 6:45. Worship Service at 7:00. Everyone welcome. Rev, Dean Watson is the pastor. 7:At the Todd Mercantile. Admis­ sion $2. Caller: Warren Doyle from Banner Elk, calling contras, circles, and squares. Band: The Laurel Creek String Band. Snacks and drinks available from Emilie's Todd Mahal Bakery. OT music jam after the dance. Call Mark Freed: 828-264-1789 (Watauga Co Arts Council), or Cecil Gurganus 828-262-1953, or Emilie 336877-5401 for more info. 8 p.m.: Arts Council 30th Anni­ versary Kick Off Party at Ashe Arts Center. Music with Wayne Henderson and Helen White "jamming" with the Gallery Crawl Street Musicians. Saturday September 15 6 p.m.: Bristol Baptist Church will have on September 16 at 6:00 singing with folks from Zion Hill. On Sept. 30 at 6:00 special sing­ ing with Ken and Chris Homes. Pastor, Rev. Billy Joe Blevins and congregation welcomes you to these events. . 10 a.m.:The children of Roe and Blanche Church would like to in­ vite all family members, cousins, relatives and anyone interested in meeting with us to meet at the home place on Idlewild Road, be­ tween 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. Lunch will be provided at noon. Please RSVP by Sept. 8 to Joyce (8462429) or Janice (877-4827). 7 p.m.: The Second Annual Preaching Event will be held at Friendly Grove Baptist Church September 16-19 at 7:00 pm each night. Guest Speakers & Choirs will be: Rev. Johnny Goodman, Beaver Creek Baptist Church Choir,Rev. Art Eaton, Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Choir, Rev. Jeff Nave, Warrensville Baptist Church Choir, Rev. Mack Arnold, Clifton Baptist Church Choir, Rev. Danny Pardo, Cristo El Salvador Choir, Rev. Steve LeaShomb, Midway Baptist Church Choir; Rev. Billy Joe Blevins, Bristol Baptist Church Choir,Rev. Gordon Rawls, Friendly Grove Baptist Church Choir-Everyone Welcome! 2 p.m.: Ashe Memorial Hospital will have a breastfeeding class for expectant mothers. Call for more information and to register at 8460734. 2 p.m.: The family of the late Samuel (Sam) and Matilda Oli­ ver Graybeal will have their an­ nual reunion with a covered dish meal at the Riverview Community Center in Creston. 4:30 p.m.: Benefit spaghetti supper with gospel and bluegrass singers at Riverview Community Center; proceeds to help with James Patrick's medical expenses. Singers: Bluff Mountain Boys, Joe Welch & Friends, Bob Graybeal & Friends and Glory Bound. Meal includes spaghetti, salad, bread and dessert; adults $6, children $3, 3 and under free. 6 p.m.: Pilot Mountain Baptist Church in Todd will be holding revival services through Wednes­ day, September 19. The guest evangelist is Pastor Sonny Thom­ as of the Calvary Free Will Baptist Church in Glendale Springs, NC. Services begin at 7:00. There will be special singing nightly. All are invited to attend. For more infor­ mation and directions, call Pastor Keith Woody at (336)982-4037. 6 p.m.: Baptist Home Church on Roundabout Road, Cres­ ton, will host a benefit service for James and Phyllis Blevins.James is battling cancer and it is our de­ sire to help. A love offering will be received. Singers will include Still Blessed, Landmark choir, Liberty choir and others. Brother Tommy Wurth will be preaching. Please remember this family in your prayers. Call Pastor David Benfield at 828-733-6991 for more information. Tracey Puckett will be preaching All are welcome. 7 p.m.: Pilot Mountain Baptist Church in Todd will be holding revival services through Wednes­ day, September 19. The guest evangelist is Pastor Sonny Thom­ as of the Calvary Free Will Baptist Church in Glendale Springs, NC. Services begin at 7:00. There will be special singing nightly. All are invited to attend. For more infor­ mation and directions, call Pastor Keith Woody at (336)982-4037. Tuesday September 18 11 a.m.: Virtual Advocacy Day at ASA Senior Center by confer­ ence call. Come and learn what the government is doing. For info, call 246-4347. Friday September 21 9 a.m.-noon: The Ashe County Department of Social Services will be holding a USDA com­ modity distribution on Friday, September 21, 2007, in the com­ munity center at Family Central, between 9:00am and 12:00 noon. The following items will be available: Whole Kernel Corn, Spaghetti, Spaghetti Sauce, Grapefruit Juice, Apple Juice, Cranberry Sauce, Frozen Ground Beef and Milk. The regulations remain the same for certification. Tickets will be given out at the door only, for those who are in line at 8:00am. You Do Not need to bring or send your EBT card to receive commodities. Please bring boxes for food items and keep in mind, some of the food is frozen. Neva Hart, an AQS certified appraiser, will be at the 5th annual quilt fair presented by the Ashe County Piecemakers Quilt Guild on Sept. 21 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sept. 22 form 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The fair will be held at Jefferson Station, located at 20 East Ashe Street in downtown West Jefferson, NC. Neva Hart will be appraising quilts, coverlets and textile art (antique and contemporary) on Friday and Saturday. For appoint­ ments, call Patsy at 336-8779109. Verbal appraisal (general info and price range): $15 each. Written appraisal (includes photo and documentation): $45 each, 10% discount for two or more. 4-8 p.m.: Fish Fry to benefit Ashe Outreach Ministries, at 9382 Hwy 88 West in Clifton. $8 for a large plate of fish and all the trim­ mings—including drink and des­ sert. Live bluegrass music. Help the efforts to feed local people! 7 p.m.: Mt. Jefferson Presbyterian Church will host an evening of superb musical entertainment. The Worthless Son-in-Laws will present a pro­ gram of acoustic indie and elec­ tric Southern rock, while Lady Slipper will balance with a touch of bluegrass, old-time and clas­ sical country music. This musi­ cal evening, including refresh­ ments, is offered free of charge to the public by the Ashe County Historical Society. Saturday September 22 9 a.m- 4 p.m.Studio Hop and Art on the Side. Ashe Arts Cen­ ter-West Jefferson. Hop to studios throughout the county and enjoy an arts and crafts sale on the grounds of the Ashe Arts Center. Call 336-846-ARTS. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.: Albert Hash Fall Festival at Mt. Rogers School. Featuring music by Wayne Hen­ derson and Friends, Elkville String Band, Audrey Hash Ham, Gerald Anderson, and many more. Auction, raffle, prizes, cake walk and much more. Bring the whole family! lery in the historic district. Admis­ sion $5 for adults, 1 pretty button for children 12 and under. Pup­ pet shows by Elkland Art Center, Puppet Revolution, Red Herring Puppets, Lexie Danner, and Pete the Puppet Guy, among others. Open puppetry segment in the evening. Snacks and drinks avail­ able from the Todd Mahal Bakery. Call Martha at 336-877-5016 for more information. Sunday September 23 7 p.m.: The Warrensville Com­ munity Sing will be at Warrensivlle United Methodist Church. All are welcome. 7 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church on Sept. 23-28 Revival with Rev. Tommy Dollar who will bring the message each night with special singing. Rev. Clayborn pastor welcomes you. Monday September 24 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church will hold revival ser­ vices September 24-28 at 7 p.m. 7 each night. Guest speakers will be on Monday night - Rev. Charlie McCoy and the Landmark Baptist Church Choir, Tuesday - Rev. Jeff Dollar and the Phoenix Baptist Church Choir, Wednesday night - Rev. Tom Vestal and the Mis­ sion Home Baptist Church Choir, Thursday - Rev. David Welburn & Friday - Rev. Eric Profitt and singers from his church. Pastor, Rev. Chris Cox and congregation welcome you! at 9:00AM on Sept. 29 at Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church in Jef­ ferson, NC. Presenting will be Dr. Chris Schofield from the Baptist State Conventiion of NC, Dr. Bob Lowman Associational Mission­ ary from Metrolina Association near Charlotte and Mrs. Tara Furman from Cary author of "In­ timacy with God, Your Daily Guide to Prayer". This is an excellent line up of speakers.This is open to the public. If you are interested in prayer you are invited. All de­ nominations are welcome not just Ashe Baptist folks. There is no cost. For more information call the Ashe Baptist Office at 246-5631. Saturday September 29 3 p.m.:The Farmer Reunion, for descendents of Wilburn and Su­ san Farmer will take place at Nella Community Center.The Center is located at 211 Graham School Lane on Big Horse Creek. Please drive a covered dish and drink; plates, cups, etc. will be provided. For more information, call Pama H. Taylor (384-4212), Beulah F. Ham (846-7430) or Becky Farm­ er (384-9221). Ongoing Events How do Huskies' Fans celebrate after each Huskies' victory? They come to the Fifth Quarter. What is the 'Fifth Quarter'? it is a safe alternative and safe activity for Noon: Ashe County Free Medi­ high school and middle school cal Clinic invites those interested Tuesday students and their parents/ in volunteering for the clinic to join friends. The 'Fifth Quarter' is September 25 them for a covered dish picnic at 6-8 p.m.: The High Country held after each Ashe County Ashe Park Sept 22, beginning at Christian Women's Club in­ High School home football 12:00 noon at the upper shelter. vites all area women (and men) game. The location of the Fifth This will be an informal opportu­ to their meeting, which takes Quarter' is the Youth Center at nity to meet the clinic's volunteer place at Deerfield Fellowship Warrensville Baptist Church staff and ask questions. Potential Hall on Deerfield Road, Boone. and the Fellowship Hall of volunteers are invited to meet the Come dressed as your favorite Warrensville United Methodist others informally and learn about years—door prize for best cos­ Church. Activities for the their experiences and involve­ tume. Special music and speaker. youth include games, music, ment in the clinic. There is no ob­ Questions? Call 828-264-1210 or devotional time and fellowship. ligation to volunteer. Anyone who 264-3753 for reservations, which This event is sponsored by has any interest in helping the are due by Sept. 22. There is a the Warrensville Baptist, clinic in any way is urged to at­ catered meal, price $11. Warrensville United Methodist, tend. Please RSVP by Septem­ Smethport United Methodist, Friday ber 14 to acfmc@skybest.com or Clifton United Methodist, and 846-4649. September 28 Phoenix Baptist Churches. SECOND ELKLAND INTERNA­ A Prayer Retreat is scheduled by For more information, please TIONAL PUPPET FESTIVAL IN Ashe Baptist Evangelism Com­ call 384-3391. TODD. 1 - 4 PM and 7:30 - 9:30 mittee for Friday night, Sept. 28 PM at the Todd Mercantile Gal­ at 7:OOPM and Saturday morning Monday September 17 Laurel Springs Volunteer Fire Department will hold their An­ nual Meeting September 17 at the firehouse. A covered dish dinner will be at 6:30 followed by the Meeting at 8:00. 7 p.m., through Sept. 26: Tent Revival at bottom of Radio Hill, near 88/194 intersection. Broth­ 6 p.m.: A week-long revival be­ gins at Blackburn's Memorial Tabernacle with Evangelist Terry and Seretta Dorn. The times are er Mitchell Mash and Brother ON YOUR SIDE We Cover the Front Door, Back Door and Everything in Between. To find out more about our homeowners insurance — Call me... Stop by... Log on - it's your choice! Our lowest price ever may astound you. 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Keynote address was giv­ en by Durham City Manager Patrick Baker. Joshua has been assigned to Station 1, Ladder 1 as a professional firefighter for the City of Durham. He and his brother Andy and their father Larry Shumate are all members of the West Jef­ ferson Volunteer Fire Depart­ ment. "Josh's family, friends and the West Jefferson Fire De­ partment wish him the best of luck, and want him to know how proud we all are of him," said Larry Shumate. "God bless all firefighters and emergency services person­ nel." Grayson Highlands festival Grayson Highlands State Park's 31st Annual Fall Fes­ tival will be Sept.29 and 30, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sat­ urday and Sunday. The festi­ val is sponsored by the Rugby Volunteer Rescue Squad and Fire Department. The festival features live bluegrass and old-time music on Saturday from 10 am until 5 pm and gospel music on Sunday from 1 pm until 5 pm. Concessions are provided by the Rugby Rescue Squad. The menu includes BBQ chicken, hotdogs, and BBQ sandwiches. There are various children's activities, and arts and crafts exhibits. Enjoy a hobo pie while watching apple butter and mo­ lasses being made. Sample the fresh pressed apple cider. Ponies from the Wilburn Ridge Pony Association will be auctioned at 2 p.m. Satur­ day, September 29. The wild ponies graze in the park and adjoining U. S. Forest Service's Mount Rogers National Recre­ ation Area. There is a $6 per day park­ ing fee. Visitors are encouraged to enjoy the park's picnic ar­ eas, visitor center and hiking5 and biking trails. Park camp­ grounds will be full; reserva­ tions must be made in advance by calling 1-800-933-PARK (7275) or online at www.dcr. state.va.us. For more information about the festival email us at gh- fallfestival@yahoo.com, call (276)773-3111, or visit our website at www.graysonfallfes- tival.org. The festival goes on rain or shine. Joshua Shumate, left, is a recent graduate of a firefighter academy and new hire for the City of Durham Fire Department. His father, Larry, center, and brother Andy were present at his graduation in August. All are members of the West Jefferson Volunteer Fire Department. Golf and Blue Ridge Living on the New River. Homesites from the $50s. New residences Jefferson Landing from the $200s. Call 1-800-292-6274 or visit our website at VisitJeffersonLanding.com. Ashe County, North Carolina &EMFTEMBER St IB SlvoMSLm WMMBM Diamond Promise Ring LF2244 SALE $89 % ^ Ref. $129 Ref S129 * Yellow or While Gold Available Diamond Circle Pendant with 14kt Chain t/4ct 1/4* $199 1/2ct $499 Rof. S229 PB6102 $299 Rof. $449 $599 Rof. $899 11/2ct Z™ $159 1/2ct Journey Diamond Pendant with 14kt Chain $849 Ref. S1249 PBB164 2ct $1099 Ref, $1549 PB6166 Ztm Rot $1599 PBH181W $1999 Rot $2090 PB8206W $2499 1 1/2ct 1ct Diamond Ring 14kt Ftol. 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Come out and cheer the Huskies to victory and participate in the Make A Wish Raffle. wins with long shot in OT by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor On Wednesday evening, the Huskies' varsity soc­ cer team hosted the Surry Central Golden Eagles in a tough Mountain Valley Ath­ letic Conference match-up. Ashe was rebounding off of a tough 4-2 loss last week at Avery and then a disap­ pointing 7-0 defeat this past Monday against the Wilkes Central Eagles, but earned a tough victory with a 1-0 win over Surry Central in over­ time. Both teams engaged in a physical, tough, and rough game for the entire eighty minutes of regulation and the game did not see a single goal scored thanks to impressive defenses on both halves of the field and Ashe remained in the game behind an impres­ sive 28-save performance by keeper Evan Love. The game opened up with the Huskies being in a defen­ sive struggle as Surry Cen­ tral showed their aggressive­ ness on the offensive portion of possession of the ball. In the opening ten minutes of the game, the Golden Eagles kept possession on the Hus­ kies' defensive half the ma­ jority of the time and Ashe's first offensive break came at the midpoint of the first half. The Huskies had a perfectly placed long ball played from the fullbacks that found it's way through the Golden Eagles' defensive line and Central's defense was forced to scramble and clear the ball over their end line to give the Huskies their first corner kick of the game. Ashe nearly scored a goal on the corner kick, but the forward for Ashe narrowly missed the header and the score remained even at 0-0 with twenty-minutes remaining in the first half. The near goal for Ashe opened up their offensive as­ pect of the game and Ashe was able to turn defensive stops into counter attacks and runs that provided many scoring opportunities. Ashe had another golden opportu­ nity for a goal in the twentyseventh minute of the first half when that Ashe was awarded an indirect free kick inside of the penalty box due to a Dangerous Play penalty on the Golden Eagles. The in­ direct kick was played on the goal for the Huskies and the shot sailed across the cross bar to give the possession back to Surry Central with a goal kick. A mere three min­ utes later, Surry Central was whistled again for an unsafe play except this time the free kick was awarded at the top of the penalty box. In a mirror repeat of the last free kick, Ashe's player sent the ball wide of the goal to once again allow Surry Central to avoid the scoring situation and the score still remained 0-0 with only four minutes remaining in the first half. Post file photo Derry Nixon scored his first high school career goal against the Golden Eagles on Wednesday evening dur­ ing the Huskies' 1-0 victory. The Golden Eagles were able to turn the misexecuted free kick by the Huskies into an offensive run and Surry Central offense was able to get a shot off at the goal that appeared to be heading into the back of the net for the first goal of the game. How­ ever, a good save by Evan Love, who was able to punch the ball wide of the goal to keep the score tied at 0-0 and heightened the excitement in the crowd with a corner kick for the Golden Eagles. The corner kick was cleared out for the Huskies when Love maintained possession off of a deflection and a deep punt into the Golden Eagles' de­ fense allowed Patrick Carazo to make a long sprint towards the ball in front of the Eagles' goal. In desperation of avoid­ ing a shot, the Eagles' defend­ er was shielding the ball for their goalkeeper to exit his line and pick the ball up. In a state of confussion, the de­ fender obstructed Carazo's progress to the ball, which was penalized with an indi­ rect free kick for the Huskies. The third indirect free kick for the Huskies was no more successful than the first two for Ashe and once the ball was reentered into play, the shot went wide of the tar­ geted goal and the free kick was the last play of the first half as the referee ended the half following the goal kick restart. During the half time inter­ mission, the Golden Eagles altered their offensive attacks and in the opening segments of the second half, the change was noticeable. The Eagles once again opened the half with applying pressure on the Huskies' defense, but the Hus­ kies held tough and denied all runs by the Eagles. Ashe's first break away came in the twelfth minute of the second half when a run by Patrick Carazo led to an Ashe County corner kick. The initial corner was saved by Central's goal­ keeper, who came out to the top of the six-yard box to gain possession, and following the punt, Ashe returned the ball deep into the Eagles' terri­ tory. With the second wave attack by the Huskies, Ashe was able to once again get an­ other corner kick. The second corner kick for Ashe was no See Soccer, page 2B Post photo by Michael Graybeal Patrick Carazo makes a defensive stop against the Surry Central Golden Eagles during a critical play in the win for the Huskies. Volleyball squeezes by Surry Central by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor Caitlin Elliott goes up for a block with Annie Hegar during the Huskies victory on Tuesday. Elliott was predicted not to compete in Tuesday's match due to a sprained ankle but made an appearance and delivered some big plays for the Huskies despite having a weakened ankle. On Tuesday evening, the lady Huskies volleyball teams made another statement in the MVAC with an impres­ sive performance against the Surry Central Golden Eagles. The JV teams started the action and Ashe swept the Eagles in two exciting games to win 2-0. The varsity teams followed with another intense match up and the Huskies were able to rebound from an early 2-1 game deficit to force a tiebreaker game five, and then won the fifth game to win the match 3-2. To start off the action, the JV teams took the court Tuesday in the MVAC battle between the Huskies and the Golden Eagles. The Huskies came out strong in game one and took advantage of an early lead to win game one with a score of 25-17. Game two was not as smooth for the Huskies as they faced a hill to climb when that Surry Cen­ tral was leading late in game two, 20-15. Ashe did not panic and calmly battled back and tied the score up at 20-20. Following a crucial timeout, the Golden Eagles were able to pull ahead 23-20, but then under the serving of Jessica Walker the Huskies battled back and went ahead 24-23 and had a game/ match point opportunity. On the following volley, Callie Barker for the Huskies made an excellent tip at the net and the ball landed in bounds to give the Huskies their twenty-fifth point of the game and the Huskies swept the Golden Eagles in two games for the victory. Coach Scott Grubb for the Huskies was thrilled with his team's performance and elaborated by saying: "I was really proud of the girls and their game today, compared to the difficult loss last night. The comparison is night and day, and they just came out and played extremely well. Post photo by Michael Graybeal It was good to see the compo­ sure at the end of game two Kim McNeil goes up for a spike during a crucial point for the See Volleyball, page 3B Huskies on Tuesday. Wilkesboro drag racing results 3 754-9 Post photo courtesy of Danny Dunn Tom Beasley poses with his trophy after winning the Jr. Dragster Division last weekend at WRP. Racing action was fast and furious Saturday night when former WRP Track Champion Timbo Blevins of Jefferson and his "Sonic Banana" drag­ ster took home the win over Hudson's Jerry Curtis and his "El Toro" Barracuda. Mod Et winner was Rob­ ert Wood of Moravian Falls defeating new Mod ET points leader, Donnie Winstead of Hickory. Donnie took over the points lead by a scant 10 points over Mike Marley. In the Jr. Dragster divi­ sion, it was all Tom Beasley of Taylorsville winning the Dash for Cash and defeating Taylor South of Miller's Creek for the feature win. The winner in the Top ET Dash for Cash was Luke Hutchens and Don­ nie Winstead in Mod ET. Drag Racing action contin­ ues Thursday night with test and tune and Topstreet Mo­ torcycle Shootouts Sponsored by Cross Roads Harley Da­ vidson. The gates will open at 6 p.m. and on Saturday, Drag Racing continues with points race #17 sponsored by Em­ pire Chrysler in conjunction with the Iron Man Classic featuing Top ET, Mod ET, and Jr Dragsters. The Gates will open at 4 p.m. with qualifying starting at 5 p.m. For further info call 973-RACE(7223) or visit www.wilkesbororacewaypark.com. \BMI Post photo courtesy ot uanny Dunn Friends, family, and good fellowship is what drag racing is all about at WRP. Shown here is the Top ET winner's photo.Timbo Blevins, of Jefferson, and his crew along with runner-up Jerry Curtis in WRP's Winner's Circle. �IA 2007 PAGE 2B FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14/ JEFFERSON rub 1 SPORTS remains undefeated JV soccer McDonald's AYSL Players of the Week by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor On Wednesday evening, prior to the varsity soccer game verses Surry Central^ the JV soccer teams took the' field in action. The Huskies were hoping to keep an un­ blemished record for the sea­ son intact and they did that with a come from behind 2-2 tie. The Huskies faced a tough 2-0 deficit at halftime and came out strong in the sec­ ond half to climb the two-goal mountain in front of them. The Huskies took benefit of a last minute goal by Josh Johnson to tie the game up right at the end of the game. In a match up like the varsity teams, the Huskies showed their poise with their possession compared to their Post photo by Michael Graybeal aggressive opponents. Surry • h inhnson scores the tying goal during the Huskies' 2-2 tie against Surry Central on Central was quick with their Wednesday. Johnson also recorded one assist during the tie and the recorded four assists shot choices that allowed the Huskies' goalkeeper Ethan during the Huskies' 4-2 victory over the Wilkes Central Eagles on Monday. Young and his supporting the end Surry Central made However, their runs and at- 2-2 with short time remaindefense to keep the Eagles a long ball run down the mid- tacks at the Eagles' goal were ing in the game. scoreless for the first twentyThe Eagles had enough denied and the first half came eight minutes of the game. die of the field and the lower­ to a close with the Huskies time to make one trip down During the time that the ing sun came into play for the trailing 2-0. The Huskies the field and with a foul by game remained scoreless, the Huskies' defense. With a set­ were able to regroup during the Huskies on the outskirts Huskies placed pressure on ting sun in the background, the halftime intermission of the penalty box; a scor­ the Eagles' defense. In the the western sky can be tricky and entered the second half ing opportunity arose for the opening ten minutes of the for the defense's eyes and the Eagles took advantage of determined to make the game Eagles. However, on the free game, the ball remained on a close contest. In the second kick, Ethan Young was able the Huskies' offensive half the obstacle and were able to half, the Huskies used an punch the shot away from of the field. The nearest scor­ sneak a shot past the Hus­ kies' goalkeeper to take the early goal by Hugo Ledezma, the goal and the referee blew ing opportunity for the Hus­ the game dead due to time kies came at the twenty-third 1-0 lead with seven minutes which was assisted by Josh and the game ended with the Johnson in the third minute minute mark when that Ashe remaining in the first half. The Golden Eagles gained of the half to cut the Eagles' Huskies tying the Eagles 2-2. was awarded a free kick forty The victory for the Huskies yards away from the goal.The momentum from the unfortu­ lead to only one goal. With the score narrowed came after an exciting 4-2 vic­ free kick was chipped into the nate goal allowed by the Hus­ eighteen-yard box and Josh kies and a mere three min­ to 2-1, the Huskies contin­ tory Monday evening over the Johnson made a run on the utes after the score, they were ued to battle with the Golden Wilkes Central Eagles. In a ball for the Huskies. John­ awarded a penalty kick for a Eagles in hopes of scoring the repeat of Wednesday's game, son reached the ball prior to Husky' penalty. A penalty kick equalizer goal. The Huskies Josh Johnson had a factor in the Eagles' defense and at­ is almost a guaranteed goal in time was dwindling short as all four of the Huskies' goals tempted to tap the ball over soccer with the advantage ob­ run after run by the Huskies in the victory over Wilkes the opposing goalkeeper but viously being in the offensive turned up empty until the Central. With an unselfish the shot was deflected and player. Ethan Young, the Hus­ closing minutes of the game. attitude, Johnson recorded Hugo Ledezma followed up kies' goalkeeper made it dif­ With the official time being an impressive four assists with a rebound shot, which ficult for the kick taker from kept on the field, and there during the win. His assists narrowly missed the goal to Surry Central as he read the being under two minutes were dealt to Hugo Ledezma give possession to the Eagles direction of the kick, but de­ remaining in the game, the for two goals, Rudolfo Reyes spite a good dive, the Eagles' Huskies were able to tie the for one goal, and then Brian via a goal kick. The Huskies continued to shot taker was still able to game up with a goal by Josh Lyall for one goal during the apply pressure on Central's score with a shot in the cor­ Johnson. Hugo Ledezma, who victory. The victories this defense with shot after shot ner to give Surry Central a received an assist from John­ week increased the JV team's but the Huskies were unable commanding 2-0 lead late in son to open the second half record to 3-0-1 on the season. to keep the shots on target the first half. up, played a ball into the cen­ The JV team will return to ac­ and also unable to find the In the closing minutes of ter of the eighteen-yard box to tion Monday when the soccer back of the net which kept the first half, Ashe bounced Johnson who was able to di­ teams travel to Starmount the game scoreless. As the back from being down 2-0 rect the ball past the Eagles' High School to face the Rams first half was approaching and attempted to comeback. goal keeper to tie the score at in a MVAC game. Soccer continued from page IB more successful than the first with the Eagles' goalkeeper once again coming off of his line to return possession to Surry Central. Central then sent their offense on a counter strike, which set up a yo-yo effect for both teams. As neither team could capitalize on the fast paced offensive stride that had been established from the frequent changes of possession, the ball would bounce from end to end and neither team could gain solid possession until the twentyeighth minute of the second half. Derry Nixon was able to earn Ashe a free kick on a fifty-fifty ball to give Ashe possession. The free kick for Ashe was sent into the center of the Eagles' defense and the initial shot by Ashe bounced off of an Eagles' defender and went out of bounds for an Ashe corner kick. On the cor­ ner, Surry Central was able to clear the ball out of Ashe's of­ fensive portion of the field but when the Huskies' fullbacks sent the ball back into strik­ ing territory, Ashe earned another corner kick off of a deflected shot. With the corner kick for Ashe, the Husky fans thought they would see a promising result of the attack, but once again; Surry Central was able to avoid disaster and cleared the ball once again to deny an Ashe goal. The Eagles were able to maintain possession and for the first time in nearly ten minutes, applied pressure on the Huskies' goal with an offensive attack. The run by the Eagles was stopped with an alert play from Evan Love for the Huskies who came off of his line and took the ball from the Eagles' offensive player's foot to avoid a scoring opportunity and developed yet another Husky run. The run for the Huskies looked promising when that Patrick Carazo had a break­ away from the Eagles' full­ back with the ball on the Huskies' left wing. Carazo moved the ball down the field and once he reached the edge of the eighteen-yard box, fired a shot at the goal for the Hus­ kies. The Eagles' goalkeeper was able to get in front of the shot and saved the goal and the game remained scoreless with only five minutes re­ maining in regulation. Ashe's next scoring oppor­ tunity came when the clock showed two minutes remain­ ing in the game and Ashe was awarded a free kick from the left wing and thirty yards off of the end line. The Huskies free kick was taken with the intent of shooting on goal and the goal opened up with the Eagles' keeper out of po­ sition and playing off of his line. The shot was taken for the Huskies by Chase Smith, who nearly missed the goal as his swinging left-footed shot hooked away from the goal and the anticipation in the fans grew with the nearly made shot. The Eagles had enough time for one last run at the Huskies' goal and with no time left on the officials' clock, Surry Central fired a shot at the goal which was scooped up by Evan Love to conclude the eighty-minute regula­ tion portion of the game and extra time was needed to de­ termine the winner. In North Carolina High School Athletic Association soccer, if a confer­ ence game is tied at the end of regulation, two, ten-minute overtime periods are played. Following a short inter­ mission, the teams restarted action in the overtime peri­ ods. Ashe was determined to strike first despite both teams exchanging posses­ sions early in the overtime period. Ashe had possession on their left wing and fresh­ man midfielder Derry Nixon shocked the Golden Eagles when he was able to place a thirty-five yard chip shot over the head of the Golden Eagles' goalkeeper. The shot bounced into the back of the net and the Huskies had the only goal of the game and led 1-0 with six minutes remaining in the first overtime period. The Huskies used the mo­ mentum created from the un­ expected goal to endure the final six minutes of the first overtime period and the first overtime period ended with the Huskies winning by a sole goal, with only ten minutes remaining in the game. The Huskies' fans were ec­ static with the goal by fresh­ man Nixon in the first over­ time period and the Huskies simply had to avoid any goals by the Eagles in the final ten minutes of the game to win the game. The Golden Eagles did not give up hope of tying the game up again and attacked the Huskies' goal with ev­ ery opportunity during the second overtime period. The Huskies continued to experi­ ence a stellar performance by sophomore goalkeeper Evan Love and the remainder of the Huskies defensive unit. The strong defensive front by the Huskies prevented the Golden Eagles any solid scoring opportunities in the closing minutes of the game and Ashe was able to claim the exhausting 1-0 victory in overtime for their first confer­ ence win of the season. The Huskies MVAC record improved to 1-1 with the vic­ tory and their season record now stands at 2-6. Following the game, Coach Richard Gill was impressed with the out­ standing performance by his team and stated: "This was a great win for us which came from a great team effort. Ev­ erybody played with a lot of heart and played hard the en­ tire game. Evan Love had an outstanding game in the net for us and Derry Nixon scored his first goal of his high school career to give us the win." Coach Gill also elaborated on the intelligent play of the Huskies by highlighting their patience on offense and se­ lecting good shots, which led to multiple corner kicks. The Huskies will return to action next week when their MVAC schedule continues. On Monday, the Huskies will travel to Starmount High School to face the Rams and then they will follow that game on Wednesday with a game at North Wilkes High School. On Thursday, the Hus­ kies get a break from MVAC action when they host the Oak Hill Warriors in a friend­ ly, non-conference match. 5-6 Year Old Division Reeeves Photography Austin Miller, Alicia Martinez Smart Gallery Zach Miller, Chase Baldwin Cardinal Lanes Mattie Colvard. Lora Jones Dr Pepper Tucker Gouge, Noah Vannoy DL Shepherd Construction Matthew Houck, Haley Adams Bare's Custom Cabinets Trent Baker, Colby Baldwin AF Insurance Services Corey Treva, Avery Winterton Screen Freaks Olivia Randolph, Richard Weaver 3-4 Year Old Division Los Arcoiris Keegan Gram Burgess and Son Body Shop Eli Randolph, Seth Pritchard, Kaden Burgess rfr Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest Winner Donnie Tomlinson and Donnie Mahaffey are the winners for this week's Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest. They both correctly chose the race winner, Jimmie Johnson, and both guessed closest to the number of caution flags with a guess of 11. Since we have 2 winners, each winner will receive 1/2 of the prize. Thank you for all of your entries! ^Please play the Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest again next week! O. G. Money is the winner for last week's Jefferson Post Football Contest. Congratulations! He guessed more winning teams than any other contestant, and guessed closest to the tie-breaking score, v, Please play the Jefferson f Post Football Contest again next week! •V8** BIGGER. BADDER. BETTER THAN EVER. 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YOU CAN'T GET ANY BETTER.' �FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 3B SPORTS Volleyballcontinued from page IB when they did not panic and placed together a nice run to end the game. Jessica Walker stepped up for us during the run with her serving." Following the JV games, the varsity teams took the court and the excitement in the Ashe County High School gymnasium had not ceased for the evening. The teams engaged in a heated and ex­ hilarating roller-coaster game which concluded with a close game five tie-breaker to de­ termine the winner. Ashe was able to gain momentum after winning game four and used that momentum to pull ahead in game five to win the match with a game score of three games to Surry Central's two games. The match opened up with Ashe winning game one eas­ ily with a final score of 2513. Ashe was able to jump on the Eagles from the opening at one game apiece. With the teams deadlocked at one game each, the match continued to intensify with each game. In game three, the Golden Eagles were able to place the Huskies in a tough spot by winning their second game and placing the Huskies in a must win situa­ tion. Game three proved to be a close battle for both teams with the largest lead of the game coming when Surry Central was leading the Hus­ kies 23-20. To get to that point in the game, the Eagles had to battle point-after-point with the Huskies. The highlight of the game was the unexpected appearance of Caitlin Elliott who entered into the game with the score tied at 11-11. Elliott immediately made her appearance known by the Ea­ gles and blocked an attempt­ ed spike on the next volley to give the Huskies a 12-11 lead. Central then responded and came back and took an 18-16 lead over the Huskies. The Eagles would then increase their lead to 23-19 and stood a mere two points from win­ ning the game. The Huskies would not go down without one last effort and back-toback spikes for the Huskies from Kim McNeil brought the Huskies within two points of the Eagles. Carmen Wagner followed up the spikes by Mc­ Neil with a perfectly placed backward tip over the net to tie the score up at 23-23. Cen­ tral would then call a timeout to regroup and following the timeout, the Eagles would claim the victory of game three with back-to-back tips at the net for points to win game three with a score of 2523 to go ahead two games to Post photo by Michael Graybeal one. Natasha Faw plays a ball over the net for a Husky point on With Surry Central win­ Tuesday evening. ning game three, the Hus­ kies had to win game four to serve and quickly earned a 18-18. Both teams would then force a tiebreaker game five. 12-6 lead. The Eagles made a trade points until the score In the break between games small run at the Huskies and stood at 22-22. Surry Central three and four, Coach Laura cut the score to 12-10, but would then claim the victory Foster reassured the Hus­ then Ashe exploded and ral­ of game two with three unan­ kies and motivated them with the promise that if they lied to end game one with a swered points and the final dynamic thirteen point rally score of 25-22 to tie the match could win game four that to go ahead one game to none over Surry Central. Following the tough game one for the Golden Eagles, Central started game two with a meaning of revenge for the lopsided game one. The Eagles jumped out to an ear­ ly 10-2 lead and showed the Huskies that they were all business. The Huskies bond­ ed together after the slow start and with good plays at the net by Kim McNeil, Callie Barker (who was brought to the varsity squad with the expected absence of Caitlin Elliott), and Carmen Wag­ ner, the Huskies were able to cut into the Eagles' lead and forced Surry Central to call a timeout with the score 17-14 in favor of the Eagles. The Huskies took advan­ tage of a series of unfortunate breaks for the Eagles during the next few points and ral­ lied back to tie the score at Post photo by Michael Graybeal The Ashe County High School JV Cheerleaders, along with the Ashe County High School JROTC honored the remembrance of September 11, 2001 with a special salute prior to the beginning of the varsity match on Tuesday. The JV Cheerleaders are seen here performing the National Anthem. they would win the match. The Huskies placed Coach Foster's word on the line and won game four with a score of 25-22 to force the tiebreaker. The game opened up with Surry Central jumping out to an early lead and claimed a lead of 10-5 before the Hus­ kies jumped into action. The Huskies would then rally and score six unanswered points to claim a minute 11-10 lead. Surry Central was stunned by the run by the Huskies, but not paralyzed and responded by getting two points. Howev­ er, Caitlin Elliott once again showed her importance on the Huskies' squad a few plays later by getting back-to-back spikes to electrify the team and give Ashe the 17-12 lead. The Huskies then chipped away at the remaining points and despite a small run by the Eagles, the Huskies were able to win game four with a score of 25-22 to force the cru­ cial tiebreaker game five. With one game remain­ ing to determine the winner of the match, the Huskies had the momentum heading into it following the exciting game four victory. The teams showed their competitiveness in crucial plays during the game, as neither team would back down. The game was a roller coaster with neither team gaining a solid lead. Ashe was able to gain a small advantage when the score was 12-10 and they were able to extend their lead to a match point 14-10. Surry Central made one last attempt and earned back-to-back points to cut the score to 14-12, but fol­ lowing a timeout, the Huskies ended the game with a fierce spike by Caitlin Elliott to give the Huskies their fifteenth point and the victory in game five, which awarded them the match victory. The Huskies victory over the Golden Eagles was more than a tally in the win col­ umn; the victory was also a morale booster. The Hus­ kies were rebounding off of a tough 3-0 loss to East Wilkes the night before. Coach Laura Foster stated: "I am so happy for our team. We have strug­ gled to find ourselves in the last few matches with injuries and different lineups. This is a huge win for our confidence and our standing in the con­ ference. I told the team if we could win game four to force game five; we would win the match!" The match with Surry Central was crucial in many aspects. Coach Laura Fos­ ter elaborated on the signifi­ cance of the match with the comment: "I am very excited about this win because it puts us in a good position to finish in the top of the conference. If we can beat North Wilkes and Wilkes Central - this win puts us at least in forth place in the conference. Consider­ ing we play in one of the best, if not the best volleyball 2A conferences around. The win over North Surry could prove to be a tie-breaker - which would go to our advantage." The Huskies returned to action with a MVAC match up with the Starmount Rams at Starmount High School yesterday evening (results were unavailable at press time). They will return to ac­ tion Tuesday with a trip to North Wilkes High School for another MVAC match against the Vikings. Look for results in upcoming editions of the Jefferson Post. 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Seasonal long range views. $15,500 THIS IS ONLY A SMALL PORTION OF THE PROPERTIES WE OFFER FOR SALE. FOR COMPLETE LISTS, CALL OR COME BY OUR OFFICE IN WEST JEFFERSON. TO SEE MORE OF OUR LISTINGS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT '3 1 VipritD nAfnnlh t .'Am �PAGE 6B FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Looking for a Loan? Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm CLASSIFIED DEADLINES Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. Charges Rates depend on size of ad and number of runs. Please call Classified Dept. for information. Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 (We accept personal check, Visa or Master Card) Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 We offer Personal, Business, Commercial Property, and Mort­ gage loans, Bad Credit, Bankrupt we can help. Affordable monthly payments, low interest rates and 48 hour ap­ proval time. No up front fees. Please call for more details we have courteous representa­ tives standing by... Call toll free 1 866 803 9785. 140-Help Wanted Administrative Func­ tions and Sales/Cus­ tomer Service Full time position with benefits Make sales calls to customers, take orders and respond to cus­ tomer needs and re­ quests. Maintain spreadsheets and re­ ports-must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. Other duties as needed for business of­ fice functions. This position requires excellent telephone, communication and or­ ganizational skills with the ability to mulit-task while providing excel­ lent customer service. Ability to work well with others in a fast paced office and be self moti­ vated. An Associates degree of 2 years experience required. Mail resume to: PO Box 549, West Jeffer­ son, NC 28694. e-mail: classified® Jeffersonpost.com Web: www.jeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANK YOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise any preteronces. Limitation or discrimination basod on race, color, religion, sex. handicap, financial status or national origin includes children un­ der the age ot 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hero by informod that all dwellings advortised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. Tho toll-telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 Lost pallet jack on 8/20 around 3:00 PM. Fell off truck between Lau­ rel Springs and Jeffer­ son. Fred Wagner 384 Burnt Hill Rd Laurel Springs, 336-982-3517. 100-General Services 4 100-General Services PIANO SERVICE Call for free estimate Larry Carmichael Don't miss the perfect opportunity for you to get your health care career started while helping others. RHA Health Services is now taking applications for habilitation technicians. Full and part-time posi­ tions available. Open­ ings in Ashe, Watauga and Wilkes counties. High school diploma or GED and valid driver's license required. Call 828-262-5450. Farm Manager Position Full time position for hands-on, motivated, organized, results ori­ ented, team player with proven work ethic and leadership skills. Horti­ culture, forestry or agri­ culture education or farming experience a plus. Will assist in man­ agement of all aspects of large farming opera­ tion. Benefits include health insurance and paid vacation. Please mail resume to: PO Box 549, West Jeffer­ son, NC 28694. Full Time Cook needed at Deerfield Ridge As­ sisted Living. Flexible hours, great working conditions. Benefits available. Apply in person 287 Bamboo Road, Boone, NC tel: 828-264-0336 J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifiedsl Part time merchan­ diser magazines and 140-Help Wanted Rainbow Center is seeking Bridging Fos­ ter Parents to provide temp/long term care for children that need you to open your home to them for love, support, and direction in their lives. Classes will start soon to help with con­ cerns/questions or de­ ciding if foster care is right for you. Call Fos­ ter Care Director Dori Gold at 336-667-3333. 230-Farm & Garden Equip. & Supplies Tractor for sale $800. Call 336-982-2831. 235-Christmas Trees Field of Fraser Fir Christmas Trees, Approximately 2,850, never cut out of, 7-10 ft, mostly 8-9 ft, will cut and bale. Call 336-384-2177 Fraser Fir Christmas Trees available in all sizes. Call for Pricing 336-877-7167 Fraser Fir Christmis Trees for sale, 6' to 10' 336-384-1436. Fraser Fir Christmas Trees for sale. Number 1 and better. 100 9' to 10', 600 8' to 9', 600 7' to 8'. 336-877-5158 or 336-977-6705. 260-Garage/Yard Sales 5 Family Yard Sale Kids and adults clothes and shoes, toys, household items, too much to listl September 15th 7 AM- Until Across from Pizza Plus Rain will cancel. Big Yard Sale to benefit the Avon Foundation for breast cancer. Many big and small items. Will be in the Lincare parking lot. 100% goes to charity! 7 AM- Until Employee Yard Sale Saturday, Sept. 15 beginning at 7:30 a.m. Parking lot of the Jef­ ferson Post on the back street in West Jefferson. Lots of sea­ sonal items including clothes, household, collectibles, Christmas decorations, jewelry, puzzles, toys, books, music, computer printer, miscellaneous! Huge Parking Lot Sale Saturday 9/15 Cleaned out 9 buildings 100 items to be sold beside Antiques on Main in gravel parking lot. Moving Sale Furniture, antiques, dishes, quilts, etc. All like new, good condition. 9/21 & 9/22 1424 Bald Mtn. Rd. Across from the Church. Multi-Family Yard Sale To many items to list! 155 McNeil Hill Rd. Above Gates. Saturday 9/15 6:00 a.m.- until Two Family Yard Sale Variety of items. Saturday Sept. 15th 7 AM - 2 PM 545 Roy Goodman Rd Take Roby Poe Rd off Ashe Central Rd, go to the end of Ro­ by Poe Rd. STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem, NC Phone: 336-768-1177 Res.:336-468-8802 Bill Shugart For all the latest news, If you have left pictures with us 336-372-4247 books 7 AM until 2 PM M-F, except Wednes­ days. EOA/DSWP. Call 1-800-677-2770 turntoThe Jefferson PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANKYOU Jefferson Post Post, your hometown 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 Copy and payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tuesday Edition Friday by 9 am Friday Edition Wednesday by 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. TOO Stockyard 11:30 am Saturday, September 15, 2007. Call for more information (276) 2381803 or (276) 2388485. I will be selling several of my best LEONARDBRANDED PAINT AND QUARTER HORSES. Mt.Airy Stockyard 11:30 am Saturday, September 15, 2007. This will be a semi-dispersal sale for Leonard Farms. Call for more information (276) 238-1803 or (276) 238-8485. 200-Auto Parts/Services Ashe Body Shop prop­ erty sold. Mechanical equiptment, office equiptment and other items for sale. Come by or call 336-877-7969. 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our "for rent" sections. Call us at 336-846-7164 BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 Need home or office cleaned? Can give ref­ erences. Call 336-9771599 or 336-977-4933. . The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. 310-Musical For Rent: 3 bedroom 2 bath home on HWY 16, 3 miles north of Jefferson. No pets. Sen curity deposit and ref­ erences required. 336846-7674 or 336-8776872. Little Classifieds... BIG RESULTS! pruce Hill Apts Appli­ cations are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson. NC "One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments "Handicapped accessible 'Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance •n M JMfcf•sES Grands - Consoles new & rebuilt - We lease, buy, move, tune, refinish & rebuild pianos Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 330-Pets • Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information available For more information. Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 440-Offices, Bldgs., For Rent/Lease or Sale Jefferson office space. Across from post office Found in Smethport/ upstairs. 4/5 rooms. $400 a month plus Buffalo area off of Calhoun road. Border utilities. Call Annie Collie Mix about 7 336-846-1651. months old, 25 lbs. 460-Mobile 336-977-9062. PLACEYOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. Three beautiful kittens to give away! For more information please call 982-5145. Call Sandra at the Jefferson Post Homes for Rent Large 2 BR mobile home on Hwy 163 1 mile from Leviton River Plant. Lease, first & last. No pets. Call after 6pm. 828-964-6830. 490-Houses/ Apts. for Sale Eor Sale by owner: view of the New River. 1940 sq ft county cot­ tage 4 bedroom, large den with fireplace, kitchen, dining room, utility room. $159,000. For more information call 336-977-2053. 336-846-7164 to list your business in our newspaper since 1925 BMMMWWWWSK Opportunites Available Must be 18 and able to work weekends Need to AdoIv in Business Services Directory!!! $$$$$$$$$$$$$$ Let our Classified Ads go to work for You! Call us at 1195-Legals the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers 510-Mobile Home Lots for Sale FILE NO. 07-SP-117 IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DIVISION Under and by virtue of an Order of Sale of the Superior Court of Ashe County, North Carolina, made in the above enti­ tled special proceed­ ings, the undersigned Commissioner has asked the Clerk of Su­ perior Court of Ashe County to approve a private sale of the fol­ lowing tract or parcel of land, lying and being in the Obids Township, Ashe County, North Carolina, and being more particularly de­ scribed as follows: FOR SALE BY OWNER: 1011 THREE TOP CR. W. JEFFERSON 1000 SQ FT DOUBLE WIDE ON 1.5 ACRES. NEVER BEEN LIVED IN. 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH READY TO BEING all of Lot No. MOVE IN. CALL FOR 167 in the Blue Ridge DETAILS. (336)973- Manor Subdivision as shown on plat of the 2335. same record in Plat 530-Lots & Book 6, at page 607, Ashe County Registry, Acreage to which recorded plat 3+-acres in Jefferson, reference is hereby private lots, double made for specific loca­ wides, modulars, OK, tion and description of developmental poten­ said lots. tial, Call Denise Jarvis, Broker @ 336-877A bid of $45,000 has 9696.www. Mounbeen submitted to the tainLivingHomeundersigned Commis­ sandLand.com. sioner. Increased or Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it In the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 535-Commercial Property Commercial Building in Lansing for R3nt, 1034 sq fett. $300 561-750-2399 1115Professionals WILKES COMMUNITY COLLEGE TANNING OPERATOR TRAIN­ ING Wilkes Community upset bid on the prop­ erty hereinabove de­ scribed is invited and may be made through September 28, 2007, at 5:00 o'clock p.m. by depositing $2,362.50 in the office of the Clerk of Superior Court of Ashe County; and if this is done, future sales will be public sales at the Court­ house door. If no in­ creased or upset bid is filed with the Court dur­ ing this period, the Un­ dersigned Commis­ sioner will apply to the Court for a confirmation of said private sale. College's Continuning This is the 11 day of Education Department September, 2007. will be offering two tan­ ning Facility Operator training classes at the Make Money Fast Wilkes Campus on Sat­ with a Classified ad. urday, September 22 Call us at 846-7164 and Saturday, October 20 from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm each day. Registration costs for the class will be $50.00. Pre-registration is required. To pre-register, contact, Phyllis VanHoy or Dena Wiles at (336) 838-6166 or (336) 838-6210. 1195-Legals Having qualified as Ad­ ministrator of the Es­ tate of G.D. Brinegar, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 1932 Edge Water Drive, on or be­ fore the 24th day of November, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bat to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make imme­ diate payment to the undersigned. This the 17th day of August, 2007. 1195-Legals NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY ATTENTION: ALL FU­ TURE HOME BUY­ ERS!! Just in 4 ADRIANNA IGLEMONTHS Winter Will SIAS, minor, AN­ Be Upon Us. You Need DREA IGLESIAS AND To Buy Now So You DEBI RODRIGUEZ Can Be In Your New Home Before Cold and Petitioners. Snowy Weather Sets In. Call For Appoint­ BEPQRT OF PRIVATE ment At 336-973-2335 Freedom Homes Ask TION FOR UPSET INFor D S Prevette. Jefferson Post for Rodeo 160,000 miles, silver, 4 wheel drive, air, AM/FM.CD player. $2700.00. 336-977-0982. PLACE YOUR 300Miscellaneous Check out the ads in the Classified section. Check Out the For Sale 1997 Isuzu "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. REGISTERED TEXAS LONGHORN CATTLE plus 35 READY-TO-ROPE ROPERS. Mt.Airy 500-Mobile Homes for Sale SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? 290-Horses & Livestock High Country Management Person 260-Garage/Yard Sales NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Ex­ ecutrix of the Estate of Leola Bare, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 2577 Idlewild Road West Jefferson, North Carolina 28694 on or before the 14th day of December, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This is the 12th day of September, 2007. Christy Winebarger Executor/Administrator for the Estate of Leola Bare NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as CoExecutor of the Estate of Hettie B Brooks, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against said es­ tate to present them to the undersigned at PO Box 291 Jefferson, North Carolina 28640 on or before the 31st day of November, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This is the 27th day of August, 2007. Patsy E. Miller Executor/Administrator for the Estate of Hettie B. Brooks STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF ASHE IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 07-SP- 122 NOTICE OF SERVICE PUBLICATION WILMA PRICE and husband, NORMAN PRICE; CRISSIE PRICE, single; FREDA PRICE, widow; KATHY TAYLOR and husband, LARRY TAYLOR; TERRY LEE MAIN, single; DONALD MIKE 1195-Legals MAIN and wife, STE­ PHANIE LYNN MAIN; JOHN R. MAIN, single; MAXINE PRICE and husband, CLALLEY PRICE; KEITH BLEVINS and wife, PHYL­ LIS BLEVINS; BRUCE D. POTTER; CHRIS­ TOPHER POTTER and wife, CHERYL POT­ TER; CHRISTOPHER POTTER and wife, ANDREA POTTER; SANDRA H. BRADEN and husband, CLAR­ ENCE BRADEN; RICK POTTER and wife, SHIRLEY POTTER; TERRY POTTER and wife, SHELBY POT­ TER; JAY POTTER and wife, MARGARET POTTER; RENNE VEITCH and husband, JOHN VEITCH; BON­ NIE WALLACE and husband, ORVILLE WALLACE; IRENE POTTER, widow; THELMA POTTER STEVENSON, widow; and JOANNE VINCENTl and husband, STEVE VINCENTI, Petitioners EMORY ALLEN and wife, JANET ALLEN; CAROL HORN, and husband, JOE HORN; JOHN D. ALLEN, sin­ gle; JAMES ALLEN, single; J.C. WINE­ BARGER and wife, TRESSIE WINEBARG­ ER; MARTIN WINE­ BARGER and wife, JU­ DY WINEBARGER; AVERY WINEBARG­ ER, and wife, SHIR­ LEY WINEBARGER; MARION WINEBARG­ ER and wife, SHIRLEY WINEBARGER; ROY WINEBARGER, and wife, MARY WINE­ BARGER; CRISSIE LEWIS, widow; STEVE POTTER, single; PAT­ TY DUGGER and hus­ band, JERRY DUG­ GER; J.R. JONES, sin­ gle; MARY BLEVINS and husband, THO­ MAS BLEVINS; J.D. JONES and wife, NOR­ MA JONES; BARBARA ROUSH and husband, RODNEY ROUSH; PATSY LEWIS and husband, DARRELL LEWIS; KATHLEEN ROUSH, widow; JOHNNY JONES and wife, MAGGIE JONES; MAE JOHN­ SON, widow; ARZELLA ROUSH and hus­ band, MARVIN ROUSH; BONNIE LEWIS, single; LINDA WURTH and husband, MIKE WURTH; AVERY ALLEN and wife, Dr. Pepper Bottling Company has an immediate opening for a route delivery person in the West Jefferson area. Triangle Vending Company has an immediate opening for a vending route delivery person. Please apply at the Dr. Pepper Distribution Center office, located on Hwy. 163, West Jefferson, between the hours of 8:00 am - 4:00 pm daily. Dale Brinegar Executor/Administrator for the Estate of G.D. Brinegar Notice of Divorce be­ tween Brian Keith Benge and Tiffany F. Benge. Brian Benge - 336-696 4667 $$$$$6"$$64$ COLLECTIONS/LOAN OFFICER Local lending institution is seeking a collection/loan officer. Primary duties include: •All Branch Collections. •Processing Loan Applications. •Balancing Cash Drawer Daily. •Visiting Auto& Retail Dealers of Ashe County. •Collection Experience preferred BUT Not Required. Typical Starting Salary Approximately $28,000. Mail Resume To: P.O. Box 745 West Jefferson, NC 28694 or Fax Resume to 336-846-1493 90 years young Total of 44 family and friends gathered at the home of Edna's nephew Jack and Martha Weaver to cel­ ebrate her 90th birthday. She is so special to a lot of people. Everyone knows her as a hard worker. She made her career cleaning business offices and houses for a lot of different people. She was the house keeper for Frank Colvard for 20 years. Her special hobby she loves going is going to the mall. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY , SEPTEMBER 14, 2007 PAGE 7B Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals GRACE ALLEN; CLAUDE ALLEN and wife, BONNIE ALLEN; JAMES ALLEN and wife, NANCY ALLEN; D. EDWARD ALLEN and wife, NANCY AL­ LEN; MIKEAL BLEVINS and wife, SAN­ DY BLEVINS; STEVEN BLEVINS, single; GARY POTTER, sin­ gle; RICHARD POT­ TER and wife, GAIL POTTER; DONALD POTTER and wife, SHERRY POTTER; STEVEN POTTER and wife, BARBARA POT­ TER; ROBERT POT­ TER and wife, LEISA POTTER; PAUL J. POTTER; MICHAEL POTTER; DEBRA ROARK; ROSALEE JENNINGS; DARLENE POTTER; and SAN­ DRA BAILEY; RONNIE MAIN and TIMMY MAIN, LEN, single; JAMES ALLEN, single; J.C. WINEBARGER and wife, TRESSIE WINE­ BARGER; MARTIN WINEBARGER and wife, JUDY WINE­ BARGER; AVERY WINEBARGER, and wife, SHIRLEY WINE­ BARGER; ROY WINE­ BARGER and wife, MARY WINEBARGER; CRISSIE LEWIS, wid­ ow; STEVE POTTER, single; PATTY DUGGER and husband, JERRY DUGGER; J.R. JONES, single; MARY BLEVINS and hus­ band, THOMAS BLE­ VINS; J.D. JONES and wife, NORMA JONES; BARBARA ROUSH and husband, ROD­ NEY ROUSH; PATSY LEWIS and husband, DARRELL LEWIS; KATHLEEN ROUSH, widow; JOHNNY JONES and wife, MAGGIE JONES; MAE JOHNSON, widow; ARZELLA ROUSH and husband, MARVIN ROUSH; BONNIE LEWIS, single; LINDA WURTH and husband, MIKE WURTH; AVERY ALLEN and wife, GRACE ALLEN; CLAUDE ALLEN, and wife, BONNIE ALLEN; JAMES ALLEN and wife, NANCY ALLEN; MIKEAL BLEVINS and wife, SANDY BLE­ VINS; STEVEN BLE­ VINS, single, GARY POTTER, single; RI­ CHARD POTTER and wife, GAIL POTTER; DONALD POTTER and wife, SHERRY POTTER; STEVEN POTTER and wife, BARBARA POTTER ROBERT POTTER and wife, LEISA POTTER; PAUL J. POTTER; MI­ CHAEL POTTER; DEBRA ROARK; ROSA­ LEE JENNINGS; DAR­ LENE POTTER; and SANDRA BAILEY ; RONNIE MAIN and TIMMY MAIN. Respondents TO: EMORY ALLEN and wife, JANET AL­ LEN; CAROL HORN and husband, JOE HORN; JOHN D. AL- 1195-Legals 1195-Legals For the judicial sale of those lands descri­ bed in the Petition and which were owned by at the time of his death as fully described in that cer­ tain deed which ap­ pears of record in the Ashe County Public Registry in Book N-3, at page 235 BYJIMMY D. REEVES P.O. Drawer 67 West Jefferson, North Carolina 28694 (336)246-7172 Administrator of the Estate of Enoch Allen Great teachers do things The nature of the relief sought is as follows: Nominate outstanding teachers for the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Mathematics & Science Teaching-the nation's highest honor for mathematics and science teachers, awarded by the White House. DATED THIS 31st day of August, 2007. VANNOY REEVES,PLLC & -JimL '"'l ~ B§ flHIHm CLEARING & GRADING • Foundations • Drainage/Erosion Control • Land Clearing • Road Construction • Water Gardens & Landscaping Z li l *7 % § For more information and nomination forms, please visit www.paemst.org. Ashe County's only Subscription newspaper The Jefferson k •IjjrstSix 4 pOmSrJM B\ 4^U• Post Lawn Care, Inc. CALHOUN differently... You are required to make defense to such pleading no later than the 10th day of October , 2007 and upon failure to do so, the party seeking service against you will apply to the court for the relief sought. TAKE NOTICE that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above spe­ cial proceeding. Call 846-7164 to subscribe to the Jefferson Post, Today! , Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and part time residents of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. * tSO* 9?/™ *•' H&J Lot Maintenance > Minor Landscaping Serving Ashe & Alleghany Counties FREE ESTIMATES 9464 Hwy 16 N • Grassy Creek, NC 28631 Thomas Reed - Owner 336-982-4651 336-385-8563 ^5 Wade V'annoy Dr.»West Jefferson, NC/ o * l V Ac - for - V Lawn Services > "Since 19X9" 336-246-3434 Presidential Awards Excellence in Mathematics Science Toaching FREE ESTIMATES Senior Citizens Discounts Serving Wilkes and Surrounding Counties ASHE COUNTY ROOFING 2S Years Fxperience • Licensed in North Carolina A VA Install roofing of all kinds Itoof Fainting Insured Ac ALL Work Guaranteed North Wilkesboro FREE ESTIMATES 336-670-3554 Allen Miller 336-384-3033 * >" v TREE I STUMP SERV Cox's Stump Grinding & Tree Service Hedge Trimming, Landscaping, Bush hogging All Dangerous Trees Free Estimates 336-977-1272 or 336-982-6218 JOE'S XV AND MJ SATELLITE SALES it SERVICE zenithjj£-- nbec°»ntvs Appleseed 0* *0P Quality Home Repairs -Great for TV* • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation P.O. Box 276 • Warrensvllle, NC 28693 John Barker 336-384-3222 Kenny Spencer L,336-384-2761 • cell: 877-78291 • Basement Remodeling Seasonal Opening & Closing All types ol repairs and maintenance for your home or business. All calls returned. Maintenance Contracts by request. 24 Hour Welding Service Portable Units lor On site Welding Ashe County's ONLY NC DOT Certified Pipe Welder Shop located at; 245 Von Turner Rd. • West Jefferson, NC Phone: 336-877-7511 H3P DRAFTING & DFSIGN Authorized Technicians On Board JO Plus Years Experience 982-3335 Herb Mckittrick Cell: 336-977-1455 336-384-9192 IRWIN D R A F T I N G A N D Specializing in: «3T Custom house plans <EL«CTRIC3AL Industrial • Commercial • Residential (paibd a E-Uatxiaal & Contracting Co. ^ 336-877-5010 Where Quality is a Tradition All Work Guaranteed / Licensed, Bonded & Insured Remodeling plans Material estimates Scaled models ^ EXCAVATING ]Woi\v\\am Field S\cava\mg & Hauling No JOB Too SMALL! Lot Clearing ' Basement/Footers 1 Ponds Ditching Driveways Gravel, Mulch, Dirt Michael Pennington 336-385-2346 Mobile: 336-977-1312 B3T SANITATION SERVICE ftoone Grading Co., Jnc. No Job Too Small or Too Large! An. TYPES or GRADING th • Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds • Land Clearing • Road Building 1 Septic Systems • Basements • Footers I I I I •\\\os Sanitation Serw v William & Amy Phillips LICENSED & INSURED It's Finally Here! We are now FREE ESTIMATES A Private Trash Service for Ashe County! accepting new accounts Contact Robert Holman Office: 828-963-4069 Fax: 828-963-8610 Cell: 828-773-6736 Garbage Service includes: Weekly or Biweekly Pickup Residential, Light Commercial and Small Business Accepted Contact us at: 828-394-4944, 828-292-3211 or 336-977-0500 Toll Free: 877-217-9866 • Sam - 6pm �PAGE8B FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Blue Ridge Electric announces rate adjustment Lenoir, North Carolina (September 10, 2007) — The typical household electric bill will be a little lower as a re­ sult of a rate adjustment an­ nounced this month by Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation. The new rates take effect on bills printed after October 4. The typical household will see a monthly savings of $2.47, which will help those households reduce their av­ erage electric bill to $99.91. The ability to reduce the typical household bill is being credited to the savings gen­ erated from new wholesale power supply agreements announced last year with the cooperative's new power sup­ plier, Duke Energy. The wholesale power ne­ gotiations were led by Chief Executive Officer Doug John­ son, said Blue Ridge Electric President Kenneth Greene. Johnson continues to lead the effort of managing the co­ operatives wholesale power portfolio to ensure a highly reliable supply and stable cost for electricity to serve the members of the coopera­ tive. Hayes School of Music announces schedule All concerts are in the Broyhill Music Center, on Rivers Street in Boone, unless noted other­ wise. All events have free admission unless noted ($). FA=Farthing Auditorium; HPAC=Hayes Performing Arts Center, Blowing Rock. For more information, call 828-262-3020. Sept. 14 September Guest recital: Eva Amsler, flute Steely Pan Steel Drum Band Faculty Recital: Doug Miller, clarinet Guest Recital: Mir Ali, guitar Guest Recital: Bradley Martin, piano Multicultural Concert: Tres Vedas Faculty Recital: Joby Bell, organ 8 p.m. 8 p.m. 8 p.m. 8 p.m. 2 p.m. 7 p.m. 8 p.m. Sept. 18 Sept. 21 Sept. 23 Sept. 25 Sept. 27 Appalachian Foster Grandparents has openings....Are you tired of staying at home and would love to get out of the home? 8 p.m. 2 p.m. 8 p.m. All day 3 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 8 p.m. 2 p.m. 8 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 8 p.m. 8 p.m. 8 p.m. Nov. 1 Nov. 2 Nov. 5 Nov. 6 Nov. 7 Nov. 8 Nov. 9 Nov. 14 Nov. 15-16 Nov. 18 Nov. 19 Nov. 26 Nov. 27 Nov. 30 Dec. 2 November Chamber and University Singers Flute Ensemble Jazz Ensembles I & II, Jazz Vocal Ensemble HPAC, $ Faculty Recital Series: Bair Shagdaron, piano Performing Arts Series: Degas String Quarter World Percussion Glee Club Jazz Ensemble I FA "A Gala Evening of Opera/Musical Theatre Highlights!" Percussion Ensemble Treble Choir Student Composers Student Brass Ensembles , Guitar Ensemble Holiday Scholarship Concert: UNC-TV production FA, $ 2 p.m. 6 p.m. 8 p.m. 8 p.m. 4 p.m. Oct. 25 Oct. 26 Oct. 29 Oct. 31 October Faculty Recital Series: "Alec Wilder Centennial" Chamber Orchestra Concert Band Marching Band Festival Kidd Brewer Stadium Community Band Steely Pan Steel Drum Band HPAC Symphony Orchestra Wind Ensemble Faculty Recital: Mary Gayle Greene, mezzo-soprano Hayes Performing Arts Series: Jazz Ensemble II HPAC, $ Collegium Musicum Woodwind Chamber Ensembles Halloween Monster Concert 8 p.m. 8 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 8 p.m. 8 p.m. 8 p.m. 8 p.m. 8 p.m. 8 p.m. 2 p.m. 6 p.m. 8 p.m. 8 p.m. 8 p.m. 7:30 p.m. Oct. 2 Oct. 7 Oct. 8 Oct. 13 Oct. 14 Oct. 15 Oct. 18 Oct. 21 to this change. Because little "As a community based duce electricity. electric cooperative, our mis­ Blue Ridge Electric's re­ or no electricity is being used sion is to benefit members cent study also revealed a by these members, it has be­ with the most affordable need to adjust the basic facil­ come difficult for the cooper­ cost possible for electricity, ities charge which is included ative to recover the appropri­ ate "fair share" amount from delivered with the highest in the total electric bill. reliability and member care," Like many other electric this group of members. Yet said Johnson. utilities, Blue Ridge Electric while seasonal usage mem­ The rate adjustment was is making major reliabil­ bers may use electricity only determined as a result of ity investments all across its sporadically or in very small a cost-of-service study con­ system in order to replace an amounts, the facilities and ducted over the past several aging electric delivery system services must be in place to months. A cost-of-service and to be able to meet grow­ meet their electricity needs study, which is conducted pe­ ing energy demands now and at any time and they benefit riodically by utilities, analyz­ in the future. from this availability and es factors that influence the Even with this adjustment reliability like all members. cost of providing electricity: to the basic facilities charge, Therefore, the change in ba­ the cost of poles, wires, sub­ the total rate adjustment sic facilities charge helps en­ stations, and the distribution still provides the typical resi­ sure all members are paying and transmission systems dential member with a slight their fair share to ensure re­ necessary for the infrastruc­ decrease in their overall liable service. Look for more details on ture to deliver electricity to monthly bill due to the sav­ homes, businesses, schools ings generated by the whole­ the rate adjustment in the and industries, and other sale power savings. How­ September member newslet­ support such as billing, ac­ ever, members with very low ter, The Enlightener, which is counting, and customer ser­ or seasonal usage patterns mailed with each electric bill vice. The study also includes may experience a slight in­ and is online at www.Bluthe cost to purchase or pro­ crease in their total bill due eRidgeEMC.com. December Symphony Orchestra Gospel Choir Wind Ensemble Appalachian Chorale "Messiah" Sing-Along Join the Appalachian Foster Grandparent Program working in elementary schools, head start and day care centers. We enroll seniors who are 62 years of age or older. You must love to work with children or teens volunteering 20 hours or more each week. A monthly stipend of $238.50 non taxable pay and paid directly to you—this income does not affect government benefits such as Social Security, Veterans , or Disability Insurance. Benefits are: hourly stipend, meal and travel reimbursement, liability insurance, vacation and sick leave and paid holidays. You will be trained prior to beginning your volunteer work. Please contact: Appalachian Senior Programs sponsored by ASU: Call Sherry Wood at (336) 846-4898 or (866) 533-6777 (toll free). SANGER CLINIC IS INCREASING ITS NUMBERS IN THE HIGH COUNTRY. SANGER CLINIC IS PROUD TO WELCOME HOME BOONE NATIVE DR. LEVERNE FOX, JR. DR. FOX JOINS THE ESTABLISHED BOONE TEAM OF DRS. ASHLINE, BILLET AND HELAK, AND BRINGS EXPERTISE IN NUCLEAR TESTING, PACEMAKERS AND STENTS, AND TRANS-ESOPHAGEAL ECHOCARDIOGRAPHY. DR. FOX IS BOARD CERTIFIED IN INTERNAL MEDICINE, CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES, AND INTERVENTIONAL CARDIOLOGY. Dec. 4 Dec. 9 Play Better Golf with JACK NICKLAUS CAN foE. HE.IS TRY TO KEEP YOUR HERD IN THE some 3PRCE. IT OCCUPIED RT ADDRESS RNO DURING THE BRCKSLOING UNTIL. IMPACT, RPTER AS UP?" REASON \°> ,T TH0T POFtClMG YOUR HE.RD TO STRY I POSITION TOO LONG RESTRICTS v YOUR R&ILITY TO SUJINQ THROUGH THE tlRLU SMOOTHL.Y RNO FORCEPULUY. TRRGETUJARO TO A LLOUJ YOUR, EYES TO NATURRLLy TRACK THE BALL'S FLIGHT. BACK TO THE BIBLE (West Jefferson Church of Christ) A Doer of His Word When we look at the word of God we must be doers of it. The Lord's brother reminds us of the fact to be doers and not just hearers. James 1:23-25, "For if any be a hearer of the word, and not a doer, he is like unto a man beholding his natural face in a glass: For he beholdeth himself, and goeth his way, and straight way forgetteth what manner of man he was. But whoso looketh into the perfect law of liberty, and continueth therein, he being not a forgetful hearer, but a doer of the work, this man shall be blessed in his deed." Let us go back to the Bible on the subject of being a doer of God's word. There are many things we allow to keep us from being a doer of the word, which should never happen. Many of us get caught being idle. When one is idle they become like those that Paul spoke of in his epistle to Timothy. 1 Timothy 5:13, "And withal they learn to be idle, wanderings about from house to house; and not only idle, but tattlers also and busybodies, speaking things which they ought not." The reason these people had begun doing these things is because they were idle. When a person is not being a doer of God's word is they are idle. Procrastination often plagues people when it comes to being a doer of God's word. The motto of people is, why do today when you can do tomorrow. There are those who put off obeying the gospel. Acts 26:28, "Then Agrippa said unto Paul, Almost thou persuadest me to be a Christian." Almost is not good enough when it comes to obeying the will of God. Those who almost become a Christian will be lost. We can not allow anything to keep us from being a doer of the will of God. People must be doers that work. We can not be like the man James spoke of who looked in the mirror and then went his way and forgot who he was. So many people go away from Christianity when they forget that they are Christians. When some one allows the things of the world to lead them to forget who they are they fall into temptation and the snares of the devil. We must always remember to be doers and not just hearers only. Be a doer of the word of God. Do not allow anything to come in between you and God. God desires us to be doers so let us do just that. Remember to be right with God you must be a doer of His will and no one else's. P I 1 [ - --- — Lj Yes, I am interested in a correspondence course by mail Name: Address: State: — ——i Q Yes, I am interested in an in-home Bible study SANGER CLINIC, WHERE HEART SPECIALISTS OFFER THE FULL SPECTRUM OF HEART CARE SERVICES, FROM DEVELOPING HEART-HEALTHY ACTION PLANS FOR PATIENTS AT RISK FOR DISEASE TO PERFORMING COMPLEX SURGICAL PROCEDURES, INCLUDING TRANSPLANTATION. 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Alleqtiany Native Grand Ole Opry Star 1932 • 2007 presented by Alleghany Christmas Tree Assn. Choose & Cut Farms • • • • • • • • Old-Fashioned Street Festival Juried Art & Crafts 2 Food Courts Music & Dance at 2 Stages Possum Queen Crowned Children's Activities Free Admission 9a.m. - 4:30p.m. Main Street, Sparta, NC "But honey, I haven't worn this suit since YOU were a blonde!" Ashe Couivty www.Sparta-NC.com 800.372.5473 COUrVCtL sponsors TM6 ^ At the homes ami studios of Ashe County Artists ANT> RRAINP JEWELRY variety of artists'exhibits arid demonstrations AU "on the side" at the Ashe Arts center site Saturday, September 22. For more information call J):00 a.m. - p.m. 846-ARTS Wal-Mart Shopping Center, Wilkesboro, NC Email: diaking@wilkes.net • www.thediamondking.com 1 -336-667-2257 • 1 -888-591 -3174 LAYAWAY NOW! No Time Limit Pay Any Amount Down! Member JA • SJO • NCJA 90 DAY SAME AS CASH FINANCING HOURS: MONDAY-SATURDAY 9:30-6:00 �\ PAGE 10B FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14, 2007 ' I ' I . 1 • i y | ||, JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS News from the Chamber William and Amy Phillips, pictured with their sons Trenton and Dalton, have started a new trash collection service in Ashe County called Phillips Sanitation Service. New sanitation service opens in county by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Ashe County residents and businesses have a new choice in trash pickup with the establishment of Phillips Sanitation Service. Headquartered in Hudson, the company was recently granted a franchise in Ashe by the board of commission­ ers and is offering service on Mondays and Saturdays. The company currently uses one truck and covers all of Ashe County with plans to add an­ other truck and expand ser­ vice days. William and Amy Phil­ lips, both of whose families are from Ashe County and who want to live here and raise their children, bring two years of experience with a sanitation service in Caldwell County to their business in Ashe. "I am confident that my prior experience with sani­ tation has afforded me the knowledge and ability to offer a successful plan to Ashe County," William Phil­ lips told the commissioners in seeking the franchise. "I feel this service will prove a great benefit to the county. The rapid growth and devel­ opment occurring in the ru­ ral mountains is opening the doors for this type of service industry." Phillips said his sanita­ tion service serves residents and businesses outside the town limits and doesn't com­ pete with GDS which oper­ ates inside town limits. He will pick up regular house­ hold or business trash, ev­ erything except metal or haz­ ardous materials. Pickup for light commercial trash will begin in January. The com­ pany provides a rollout 90gallon trashcan to customers for a monthly fee or they can purchase the trashcan. Recy- clables will also be collected with the option of a recycling bin for customers, available in January. Phillips Sanitation Ser­ vice serves residential cus­ tomers at a rate of $5 per week and business at $12 per week. Business and com­ mercial customers are asked to sign a contract for at least six months, but residential customers are not required to sign a contract. Group dis­ counts are available for sub­ divisions. Call for prices. Pay­ ments can be made in cash or billed monthly. Customers presenting a receipt for this service to the county tax of­ fice would be reimbursed for the $75 annual fee charged to property owners for solid waste disposal. For information about Phillips Sanitation Service, call locally 336-977-0500 or toll-free 877-217-9866. Or call 828-394-4944. Hilarious 'Knights' coming Are you looking for a Southern comedy, set deep in the heart of Texas? If you are Ashe County Little Theatre has a deal for you. Preston Jones' comedy, The Last Meet­ ing of the Knights of the White Magnolia will open Thursday, September 27 and will run through Sunday September 30. Michael Yelton, director of Man of La Mancha, brings to life a dysfunctional cast of small town characters. Bill Baker plays Ramsey-Eyes, the seventy-five year old custo­ dian of the Cattleman's Hotel. Dayne Hodges, as Rufe Phelps and Vernon Taylor, as Olin Potts, respectively represent the blue collar refinery worker and cotton farmer. Jeff Dreyer plays Red Grover, the owner of Red's Place, a small bar, and Mike Warren plays L. D. Alex­ ander, the manager of the A. B. C. Supermarket. Tom Fowl­ er as Colonel J. C. Kincaid, the owner of the Cattleman's Hotel provides a taste of nos­ talgia and borderline insanity. Scott Kastl plays Skip Hamp­ ton, a Texaco service station attendant. Shawn Dain, ACLT newcomer, brings Milo Craw­ ford, a clerk at Bradleyville Grain & Feed to the stage. Finally, Brandon Kearley, plays Lonnie Roy McNeil, the Knights newest recruit. Linda Harms, last seen as an evil stepsister in Into the Woods, makes her producing debut of this, "comic master­ piece depicting the sad/funny death throes of an outdated fraternal order, whose "Good Old Boys" have long since lost sight of their espoused con­ cerns of patriotism and racial purity, and has become an ex­ cuse for domino playing and liquid refreshments. The ar­ rival of a new recruit provides the need to resurrect their an­ cient "mystic" initiation rites, leading them to realize the loss of still another era that once was." All performances will be held at the Ashe Civic Center. Reserved seating for The Last Meeting of the Knights of the White Magnolia is available in advance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Knights will run from September 27. through September 30, with evening shows on September 27, 28, and 29 and a Sunday matinee on September 30. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students; they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council at 336.846-ARTS. News from the Ashe County Chamber of Commerce: •Please attend two ribboncuttings this Friday: The first will be at Creative Food Ven­ tures at Family Central at 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 14. (Call Carol Coulter for specifics and directions at 336-982-5127); And, the second Ribbon-Cut­ ting will be at noon at New River Concrete Countertops, 645 South Main Street in Jef­ ferson. Call 336-385-0136 for more information or visit their website at www.newriverconcretecountertops.com. •Employers! The Ashe County Job Fair is coming up on Sept 25 - time to register your business to participate! Time will be 2 to 6 p.m. at Family Central. Click here to download a registration form, which you can then mail back to Becky Greer with registra­ tion fee. Or call her at Wilkes Community College at 336-846-3900, ext. 224. •The Ashe Memo­ rial Hospital Founda­ tion Gala is sched­ uled to take place on September 15 at Jeffer­ son Landing, proceeds will benefit the Foun­ dation. One of the highlights of the silent and live auction will be a Swarovski Crystal eagle figurine. The gala is an optional black tie evening fea­ turing fine dining and dancing preceded by hors d'oeuvres and an open bar. For more information, call AMH at 336846-7101. •The Fifth Annual Quilt Fair by the Ashe County Piecemakers Quilt Guild will be held Friday, Sept. 21 and Saturday, Sept. 22 at Jefferson Station from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. (on Fri­ day) and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. (on Saturday). Call 336-246-3230 for more information. •'Tis the Season is now open on the Back Street of West Jefferson. Visit them now for unique gift items. It's Christmas all year long in the High Country. They carry Bible Series Collections from Inge-Glas, Ditz bears and trees, tin toys from yesteryear, Portmeirion and Mandy Bag­ well dinnerware. It's always Christmas at 'Tis the Season! Visit them at 314 South Sec­ ond Street or call them at 336846-9488. •The Phipps Farm Weekly Jam Kickoff will stage a fund­ raiser for the American Cancer Society on Saturday, Sept 22. Admission is free, but dona­ tions will be gladly accepted. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Scheduled to perform: The Kruger Brothers, Wayne Henderson, Rock Bottom, Steve Lewis and Friends, Appalachian Mount a i n Girls, and the Gray­ son Highlands Band. Live remote WKSK 580 Radio (The Gary Poe Show). There will also be BBQ chicken plates, hamburgers and hot dogs provided by the Lansing fire department. Bring a chair and blanket and a smile! 2425 Silaw Creek Rd., Lan­ sing. Call James or Rita Wood at 336-384-2382. •White Hart Woods - Ashe County's Center for the Cul­ tural Arts and Leadership is available for rental inquiries. The space is ideal for meet­ ings, gatherings for weddings and receptions, holiday parties and office meetings. Please call 336-246-3600 for rental rates and availability. Also, on the third Monday of each month they offer community gatherings for drumming cir­ cle and on the fourth Monday, the Native American Studies group meets. Call 336-2463600 to let them know you are coming.. •Riverside Canoe in Crumpler is having their annual used canoe and kayak sale. They'll be offering some used (2006) Wenonah Canoes and Old Ton canoes as well as some Wilderness Systems kayaks at great prices. For more infor­ mation, call 336-982-9439. •The North Carolina moun­ tains are facing an extreme drought but experts still ex­ pect a decent fall color season. For the mountain region, any drought impact can have a huge impact on the economy as well. The fall color season brings in up to $2 billion in tourism revenue. There ap­ pears to be some good news, though. While the drought has dried up grass and leaves across the state, it does not mean there won't be a bright, beautiful fall color season. •The Brown Mountain Lights. What are they? What could they be doing here? Where can I see them? Are they real? These and other questions will be drawing hundreds of visi­ tors to the village of Linville Falls, NC during the weekend of Sept. 14-16 for the second annual festival held in celebra­ tion of these mysterious col­ ored lights that have appeared for centuries on a nearby ridge top. For more information, vis­ it the village's website at www. linvillefallsvillage.com, or call Cindy Peters, Parkview Lodge, at 828-765-4787. •Happy Tails Pet Supplies and Dog Bakery is continuing its Grand Opening through this coming weekend. Owner B.J. Pirn says come by for goodies - for yourself and your pet! • Go ASU * Go ASU » Go ASU • Go ASU • Go ASU • Go ASU • Go ASU • D c n < $16488 oi $288 a .month! I 2003 Volkswagon GLS sunroof»keyless entry»loaded»am/fm/6 CD changer \ One | Owner! Only 68,000 miles? 1999 Dodge Ram 1500 4X4 Quad Cab 1602 Curtis Bridge Road ° Wilkesboro, NC 28697 g 336-667-9090 a O www.TilleyAutoSales.com > * $500 down with approved credit nsv oo. nsv dov\ i New Bcsl Ft Mm €@®iw mvm§ Ssciiw Thm inimili in mM\% far adoption. I nitio Pit Willi \rotiml 3 months oKl is S^vpfl and iirnls a sjjMvd home . . .. . Punkin and Casey are the best of budChina .is . a . stately shcltie/bu u - Snot is a snirited little bea- d i e s a n d a r e b o t h a p x . 6 m o s . o r a g e . 1 , , e s p i i n ^ u i m i cu t a f c is°house broken^ C.lcvfrd g^P°>nttrmi*- wh°is4-5 They love to roll and ronrp .ogelher commands and walks well on a mos or age and up-to-date and would make an excellent "duo" 10 keeP y«" entertained for hours. leash. Her owner had to give her on shots. He loves everyone, especially kids and is Won't y°u 8ive one or both of these up due to landlord policy. Please _ , . „ give this sweet girl a chance for ready . find a permanent beautiful "tuxedo" kitties a chance to to r , , , show how much love ihey can give. a good life. tamib Day from 10 a.m. 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center Is located directly in front of the Armory on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety.i Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West Jefferson. NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@skybcst.com Wiitf fowil Spit/ i«»i\ l1 tWtMi in tfcr twirwi Spfrifit?- ifn. \ i*al fwffib � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 20 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-09-14 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/a63233bf88278954edb0ef55d6f54bbe.pdf 5cb9f0c706b4ad857a2d552f6b89b1ef PDF Text Text • Tennis team now in second place Tuesday page 6 September 18, 2007 • Mountaineers' streak continues 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com page 6 • ASU volleyball claims win SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Volume 82, Issue 75 page 7 Town acts to conserve water by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Rainfall last Friday may have helped water levels in the county and wherever else the rain fell, but the state is still experiencing a drought and Governor Easley has re­ quested counties, cities and towns to implement volun­ tary water conservation. In response, West Jeffer­ son Aldermen met Monday morning to enact a resolution to comply with the governor's request. The resolution states that in 2003 the Town of West Jef­ ferson adopted a Water Short­ age Response Ordinance, and because the state has classi­ fied Ashe County as suffering from severe drought condi­ tions, the aldermen are there­ fore enacting Section 3 of the ordiance as follows: "Declaration of Voluntary Conservation authorizing the mayor to call upon all water customers of the Town of West Jefferson to employ voluntary water conservation measures to limit water use, and to eliminate the waste of water." The ordinance has a long list of voluntary water conser­ vation measures customers can employ. For a complete list, contact town hall at 2463551. Some of the measures are as follows: Indoor Residential Use •Use dishwasher only when it is full. Washing dishes by hand (not leaving the water running) saves 25 gallons. Don't use a garbage disposal. •Adjust water levels on washing machine and only use with a full load. •Turn off faucet while brushing teeth, saving about 5 gallons a day. •Reduce waste used per toilet flush by installing tank displacement inserts, a plas­ tic jug may often be used as an alternative. Do not use bricks as they disintegrate and the grit hinders closing of the flap valve. Reduce the number of flushes per day. Each flush uses about 5 gal­ lons; 2-3 with water saving devices. •Keep a bottle of chilled water in the refrigerator for drinking. •Find and repair leaks in faucets and water using ap­ pliances. •Adapt plumbing with flow restricting or other wa­ ter saving devices. •Take shorter showers and shallow baths, saving about 25 gallons. •Use non-phosphate deter­ gent and save laundry water for lawns and gardens. Outdoor Residential Use •Water before 10 a.m. to prevent evaporation, and water only when lawn shows See Water, page 5 West Jefferson to host Small Towns meeting by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Have you heard the great news in West Jefferson? The town has been selected by the North Carolina Department of Commerce to be part of the Small Town Main Street Program. This is part of a national program tied to the National Trust for Historic Preservation and provides assistance, to dynamic towns such as West Jefferson to promote downtown revitalization based on economic development within the context of historic preservation. This designation will allow West Jefferson to thrive economically while still maintaining the unique character that makes the town a special place to live, conduct business, and visit. The NC Department of Commerce is going to be in West Jefferson to tell the residents more about this exciting program and would also like input from people like you. Come to a public meeting on Monday, Sept. 24 at 6:30 p.m. at the Ashe County Arts Center to learn more. "We encourage you to attend and also ask that you invite friends, colleagues and family members who are interested in hearing more about this exciting program," said Town Manager Greg McGinnis. "It is vital to the success of this project that we have a wide variety of community and area residents attend." This designation for West Jefferson is no doubt a result of what the Community Part­ nership has accomplished through its work with the town. Starting a number of years ago as the West Jeffer­ son Revitalization Commit­ tee, the members changed the name later on to recognize that the town had been revi­ talized and was now a part­ nership of government, busi­ ness, civic organizations and individuals as well as state and federal agencies. The Main Street pro­ gram was developed by the National Trust for Historic Preservation in KjfHO and is administered by the Depart­ ment of Commerce's Division of Community Development. The Small Town Main Street program began five years ago as a way to help smaller com­ munities that didn't qualify for Main Street status. Representatives of the DOC visited West Jefferson in July to torn- the town, and their findings along with the town's application secured the Small Town Main Street Program designation. It was announced at last Thursday's meeting of the West Jeffer­ son Board of Aldermen, and a resolution was adopted as an agreement by the town to abide by conditions of the Small Town Main Street pro­ gram including: 1. town will actively See Meeting, page 5 rusi PIIUIU uy UUUD DUIUHJUC Which witch? The witch in Todd, of course! You can't miss the 27-foot tall "River Witch" on Railroad Grade Road in Todd, created by Brad Morrison of the newly opened The Riverside Gerera! Store. Which witch? by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor "Witch" way to the river? Driving along Railroad Grade Road in Todd, you can't miss either...the New River or the witch. The Brownwood commu­ nity is home to a new busi­ ness, The Riverside General Store, offering bicycle, kayak and tube rentals for fun along the river, plus local arts and crafts, an emporium of an­ tiques and collectibles, and a full service cafe on the way. Owner Bryan Morrison, his son Brad and others have been renovating the old buildings to create a delight­ ful general store. The store is currently open seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. and will extend those hours to 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. when the cafe opens in a couple of weeks. The Morrison's plan to be open year-round and closed only on major holidays. Situated on 15 acres of riv­ erfront property, The River­ side General Store is located at 7181 Railroad Grade Road at the intersection with Cran­ berry Springs Road along the South Fork of the New River. You can see photos of the store and find more information at http://riversidegeneralstore. com or call 877-1858. Late summer and early fall is the perfect time to in­ troduce this business to the community as folks from near and far take advantage of the warm temperatures and beautiful days to get out on bikes along Railroad Grade Road or take a leisurely float down the river. Brad Morrison came up with an idea to add a special touch to the store. With assisSee Witch, page 5 Speaker warns students about dangers of 'chew' by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor If you ever wondered how the use of smokeless tobacco could possibly harm you, all you have to do is meet Gruen Von Behrens. This brave young man is a survivor of oral cancer caused by spit tobacco, and he is hoping his story will encourage others to quit or never use the stuff. Gruen brought tears to the eyes of students and fac­ ulty members at Ashe County High School last week when he spoke at assemblies for every grade level. His tragic story is mesmerizing as he describes, in a voice some­ times difficult to understand because of the loss of half his tongue, what happened to him, while punctuating the trauma with humor and cour­ age shining from an indomi­ table spirit. Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com clas8ified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com A spokesman for the Na­ tional Spit Tobacco Educa­ tion Program, Gruen travels around the country speaking to various groups, including professional athletes, and has done national television com­ mercials about the danger of smokeless tobacco. Now 30, Gruen said he first used smokeless tobacco at age 13. It was offered by friends who had no idea of the poten­ tial danger, and it was a com­ mon thing to do in his rural farming community. He first tried it during a camping trip with friends "to be cool." He quickly became addicted, and at age 17 was diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma, a common form of oral cancer. Since then, he has had over 34 surgeries and treatments to remove and replace half his face. A young, good looking boy Oral cancer survivor Gruen Von Behrens spoke to students at Ashe County High School last week about the dangers of tobacco use and the need to be confident in themselves. NCSSM rep coming to high school Rob Andrews, admissions representative with the North Carolina School of Science and Math­ ematics, will be at Ashe County High School on Monday, Oct. 1 at 8:30 a.m. to meet with interest­ ed 9th and 10th graders and their families. Please contact Annette Bednosky at annette.bednosky@ ashe.kl2.nc.us or 846-2400 if you would like to at­ tend. NCSSM is a college preparatory school for North Carolina ll,h and 12lh graders located in Durham. There is no cost to the student or student's family to attend. The school is extremely competitive yet was transformed into some­ one people point at and whis­ per about. But Gruen wouldn't let his ordeal destroy his life. With the support of his lov­ ing mother and family and friends, he did what he had to do and has turned tragedy into triumph, using what he has learned to try and help others. The students and faculty members listened attentive­ ly as Gruen told his story, laughed with him as he of­ fered a humorous remark, and surely felt his pain as he described the suffering he went through. His story is one of not only avoiding the disas­ trous effects of tobacco, both smokeless and cigarettes, but also encouraging self-esteem. "At 13, I was not thinking about the choices I was mak­ ing affecting the rest of my life long term," Gruen said. It is not something young people do. They worry more about how their hair looks that day, or whether their clothes make them look fat, or the pimple on their face. But he encourages young people to be confident in themselves and try to remember that the petty worries of today don't matter in the long run. What matters is good health, being a good friend, doing your best and enjoying every day. "Be your own person. Be yourself. Be nice to one an­ other and get along with one another," Gruen encourages the youth, challenging them to make friends with someone they wouldn't consider as a friend. "Who knows?" he said. "They just might become your best friend." And he asks people to re­ member, that no matter how See Tobacco, page 5 could be a good fit for current 10th graders looking for an academic challenge. Students graduating from NCSSM are awarded scholarships the UNC Colleges/Universities to where they are accepted. For more information on NCSSM, visit www. ncssm.edu. stage). There will be hamburgers and hot dogs and discussion about this year and possible plans for next year. For information about the tribute, go to www.AsheCountyArmedForces.org. Cookout to honor volunteers There will be a fish fry on Saturday, Sept. 22, at the Helton Community Building between 4 and 7 p.m. The event is sponsored by and will benefit the Helton Volunteer Ambulance Service and the Helton Community Center. The cost of $7 includes fish, chicken, all the trimmings, drinks and des­ erts. Take-outs will be available. Volunteers and supporters who made the Aug. 25 Armed Forces Tribute a success are invited to attend a cookout in your honor on Tuesday, Sept. 18 at 6 p.m. at the Lakeview Picnic Shelter at Ashe Park (behind the playground that is up above the Fish Fry planned in Helton �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Sarah Lovern Lakeland, Fla. April 17,1917 September 13, 2007 Mrs. Sarah Lovern, age 90, of Lakeland, Florida died Thursday, September 13, 2007. Graveside services were held on Monday, September 17, 2007 at 3 p.m. at Cranber­ ry Cemetery with Rev. Rus­ sell Mabe officiating. Mrs. Lovern was born in Apalachee, Georgia on April 17, 1917 to the late John Blanche Marie "Jot" Lackey Greensboro, N.C. Died August 23, 2007 Blanche Marie "Jot" Lack­ ey, 79, died Thursday, Aug. 23, 2007, at Clapps Nursing Home. A funeral service celebrat­ ing her life took place on Tuesday, Aug. 28, at HanesLineberry Funeral Home, Sedgefield Chapel. Burial fol­ lowed in Guilford Memorial Park. Mrs. Lackey was born in Ashe County, N.C., and moved to the Greensboro area in 1945. She was a member of Guilford Baptist Church and worked as a clerk at the Corners Store on the campus of UNC-Greensboro. She en­ joyed her family, square danc- Thomas and Stella Sidwell. She was a Homemaker. She is survived by a son, R.L. Lovern; a daughter, Pa­ tricia Ann Sample, of Lake­ land, Florida; a sister, Daisy Jones, two grandchildren also survive. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. ing, horses, gardening and reading. She was preceded in death by her parents, Edmond and Bell (Faw) Woodie. Her surviving family in­ cludes her husband of 58 years, Thomas H. Lackey of Greensboro; son and wife Steve and Sissy Lackey of Greensboro; granddaugh­ ter Sarah Lackey of Greens­ boro; brothers, Eddie Woodie of West Jefferson, and Fred Woodie of Troutville, Va.; sisters, Pauline Case of Al­ bemarle, and Margaret Bare and Nina Northington, both of Greensboro. The family suggests con­ tributions to Guilford Bap­ tist Church, 5904 West Mar­ ket Strret, Greensboro, NC, 27409, in her memory. Don't fail for email scams by Roy Cooper N.C. Attorney General Special to the Post Spam, or unsolicited junk email, has become more than just annoying advertisements that clog your inbox. Many spammers are highly sophis­ ticated and out to not just rob you of your time but also your money and your good name. Below are three popular spam scams that can put you at risk. Phishing scams Phishing involves e-mails or pop-up messages that claim to be from places like your bank, utility company, Internet service provider or even a government agency. The message often asks you to "update," "validate," or "confirm" your account infor- Juanita Lewis Whitaker Mountain City, Tenn. January 1, 1922 September 11, 2007 Juanita Lewis Whitaker, age 85, of Mountain City, passed away Tuesday, Sep­ tember 11, 2007 at Mountain City Care Center. Juanita was born on Janu­ ary 1, 1922 in Ashe County, Flora Brooks Hall. She was a North Carolina to the late Juanita Davis Vinson and Emma Faye Nel­ Homemaker. Richardson son Lewis. She was a member She is survived by three West Jefferson, N.C. sons, Ernest Richardson of of the First United Methodist September 17,1922 Shady Valley, TN, Gale Rich­ Church of Mountain City. September 15, 2007 In addition to her parents, ardson and Larry Richard­ Mrs. Juanita Davis Rich­ son, both of West Jefferson; she was preceded in death by ardson, age 84, of West Jef­ a daughter, Linda Richard­ her sister Clair Sturgill and ferson, died Saturday morn­ son, of West Jefferson; two two brothers, Robert Lewis ing, September 15, 2007 at brothers, Fred Hall of Kyser, and William Lewis. Ashe Memorial Hospital. Survivors include her West Virginia and Ted Hall, Funeral services were of Aberdeen, Maryland; two daughter, Cree Stout of Waxheld on Monday, September sisters, Lucille Richardson, of haw, North Carolina; grand­ 17, 2007 at 11 a.m. at HawBristol, Virginia and Ola Mae son, G. F. Stout of Waxhaw; Orchard Baptist Church. Catron, of Marion, Virginia; five sisters, Marie Robinson Burial followed in the church five grandchildren; two great­ of Hildebrand, North Caro­ cemetery. grandchildren; several nieces lina, Stella Watts of Maid­ The family received friends en, North Carolina, Zilpha and nephews also survive. from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, You may give the family Vanover, Creston, North Car­ September 16, 2007 at Boone your condolences at our web­ Family Funeral Home. site www.boonefuneralhome. Mrs. Richardson was born com. in Grayson County, Virginia Boone Family Funeral on Sunday, September 17, Home of West Jefferson is 1922 to the late William in charge of these arrange­ Monroe Davis and to the late ments. to trick you into providing your personal information so the criminals can steal it, fake your identity, and run up bills or commit crimes in your name. Nigerian letter scams Roy Cooper mation or something bad will happen like your account will be shut down or your power cut off. The messages then direct you to a website that looks just like the legitimate organization's site. But it's a bogus site that exists simply These advance fee scams, usually called Nigerian letter scams after the country in Africa where they originated, have been around for years. The pitches change from time to time to include cur­ rent events, but most all of them are awkwardly worded emails sent from overseas by someone who pleads for your help getting millions of dol­ lars out of his or her country. All you have to do is provide your bank account number so the funds can be transferred. For your trouble, you'll get a cut of the money. Once you give the scammers your bank account number, they quickly drain your account rather than filling it with their imaginary millions. olina, Mary Blanche Osborne of Monticello, GA and Tressie Winebarger of West Jefferson, North Carolina; sister-in-law; Ella Mae Lewis of West Jeffer­ Electronic greeting son, North Carolina; special card scams friends, Ruth and Ned Smith This scam starts with of Mooresville, North Caro­ an email that appears to be lina; several nieces, nephews an electronic greeting card. and cousins. Once you click on the link you The family received may be prompted to down­ friends from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m., Thursday, September load a program in order to 13, 2007 at Mountain City read the card. Depending on Funeral Home. The service the scam, the program could followed at 8:00 p.m. with actually be a virus or other Galvin Jones officiating. The harmful program like adware committal service and inter­ or spyware. The goal of a virus is to ment were conducted at 11:00 wreak havoc on your comput­ a.m., Friday, September 14 in Lewis and Sturgill Cemetery, er and in many cases destroy Roundabout Rd., Creston, your hard drive. Adware typically bombards your com­ NC. Condolences may be made puter with pop-up ads and online at www.mountaincity- can even get into your ad­ dress book and send spam funeralhome.com. The family of Juanita and other emails out in your Lewis Whitaker has entrust­ name. Spyware is a program ed her service to Mountain that scans your computer for City Funeral Home, 224 S. personal and financial infor­ Church St., Mountain City, mation that can be used to steal your identity. In some TN 37683. JBuJ David Ralph Blevins Valdese, N.C. April 14, 1929 September 12, 2007 Mr. David Ralph Blevins, age 78 of Valdese, NC former­ ly of Ashe died Wednesday, September 12, 2007 at his home. Mr. Blevins was born April 14, 1929 in Rock, WV to the late Oscar and Mag­ gie Blevins. In addition to his parents he was also preceded in death by his wife: Mary Lee Blevins, sister: Leslie Blevins and, brothers: Lester, Lacy, Reeves, Ernie, Lovie, Harvey and Vernon Blevins. Rev. Raoul Francis "Lee" Roche Union Mills, N.C. April 17,1936 September 13, 2007 Rev. Raoul Francis "Lee" Roche, age 71, of Union Mills, NC, formerly of Ashe County, died Thursday, September 13, 2007 at the Sunrise Rehabili­ tation and Care in Nebo, NC. Rev. Roche was born April 17, 1936 in Unicoi, Tennessee to the late William Patrick and Florence Huskins Roche. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Michael Roche. He was a Methodist minister. He also served as Chaplain at the Veteran's Administration Hospital in Salisbury, NC. Funeral services wree held Saturday at 2:00 p.m. at Ashelawn Memorial Chapel by Rev. Leon Morrow and Rev. Jimmy Church. Burial fol­ lowed in Ashelawn Memorial Gardens with military rites. The family Received friends from 12 p.m. until 2 p.m. prior to the funeral service at Mr. Blevins attended Trinity Baptist Church. He was a lov­ ing father and grandfather. Funeral services were held on Saturday, September 15, 2007 at 2:00 pm at the Bad­ ger Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Scott Moneyham, Rev. Fred Richardson and Minis­ ter Danny Miller officiated. Burial followed in the Brooks cemetery in Lansing. The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 14, at Badger Funeral Home. Mr. Blevins is survived by: two daughters: Belinda Mosteller of Conneley Springs, NC and Charlene Rupard of Colletsville, NC; two broth­ ers: Montie Blevins of Jeffer­ son, NC and Marvin Blevins of Lansing, NC; three sisters: Bessie Sexton of West Jef­ ferson, NC, Ella Mae Francis of Jefferson, NC and Wilma Richardson of Lansing, NC; six grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. You may send email condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Avoid Scam Spam Now that you know som scams to look out for, follov these tips to make sure yo don't fall victim to thes scammers. • If you get an email mes sage from a name or emai you don't recognize, don' open it. Delete it from you inbox. • Be cautious when open ing attachments, clicking oi links or downloading soft ware. Only open attach ments, downloads and link when you know the sende and when you are expectin the attachment, download o link from that sender. • Don't answer any mes sage that asks for your pei sonal information such a your Social Security Numbe or bank account. Legitimat companies do not ask for pei sonal information via email. • Don't respond to spar emails. If you respond, you'r likely to get even more span: • • Set up a spam filte in your email to reduce th number of unwanted and po tentially dangerous emails. • Install anti-virus am anti-spyware software OJ your computer and update i frequently. Attorney General Roy Coo per and his staff are on th look out for scams that seek t< rob unsuspecting North Car olinians. We are here to be o service when you need us, bu through consumer education efforts like these columns w hope to help consumers avoii problems from the start. 2=5 V7 I m Jefferson Post / NASCAR PIT STOP FOR PRIZES Pick the winner of the race & win $20! Jf Be sure to watch the Dover 400 on Sunday, September 23rd and play the NASCAR contest with the Jefferson Post. Please check our Friday, September 28 edition for the winner information on this race. i WjltliiyMSlilliMM i p 1 • " • ~ • • ~ |Race Race Winner Your Name _ I Your Address. I I I I Prizes Contest Rules l l Dover 400 State Pit: Stop for T^^"11 Dover Internation Speedway 9-23-07 |City Ashelawn. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made the Gideons, P.O. Box 993, West Jefferson, NC 28694. Mr. Roche is survived by: two sons: William Roche II of Lincolnton, NC and Chris Roche of Union Mills, NC; one daughter: Pamela Roche of Johnson City, TN; one Step­ son: Billy Church of West Jefferson, NC; one Step­ daughter: Jenine Lewis of West Jefferson, NC; and four brothers: Robert E. Roche of West Jefferson, NC; Johnny Roche of Boone, NC; Danny Roche of Tucson, AZ; and Joel Roche of Denver, CO; three sisters: Mary Anne Roche, Patsy Roche and Sharon Bai­ ley, all of Albuquerque, NM; six grandchildren; two great­ grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews also sur­ vive. You may send condolences to the family through our website www.ashelawn.com. Ashelawn Memorial Cha­ pel is in charge of the ar­ rangements. cases, spyware can includ key-logging software tha records your keystrokes a a secure website, such as a your bank, and sends that in formation to thieves who ca: use the information to stes your money. Zip. Phone # TIE BREAKER: (PLEASE GVESS THE NUMBER OF CAUTIONS DURING THIS RACE) 2. Only one (1) entry per person per race. Duplicate entries will void all entries for that person, for that race. You may enter as many separate races as you like throughout the contest. 3. Entry form is published with the contest each race. In order to be eligible you must use the official entry form for that race from the JEFFERSON POST or its facsimile. 4. How to Win -- Write down the name of the driver you think will win that week's race on the entry form. It you answer correctly, you win $20. In the event of a tie, the person guessing closest to the number of cautions during the race will win $20. 5. All entries must be received in the office of the JEFFERSON POST no later than 5:00pm the Friday before the race that is entered. Due to the change in ownership of the Jefferson Mail this form to: Jefferson Post, PO Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694, or bring by our office at 203 S. Second Ave. in West Jefferson Post, we are unable to continue to offer Bonus Points for the Nascar Contest. We will continue I to award a weekly prize of $20 to the winner of the Nascar Contest. No Purchase Necessary to Win l >1 Special Thanks To Our Great Sponsors: WEST JEFFERSON CHEVROLET IAN AMERICAN West Jefferson, NC • 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy.net $13,888 (336) 246-2611 King of the Mountain New 2007 2000 West US Ram 1500 Reg Cab Hwy 421 SXT4x2 Building Supply and Hardware 19 South 3rd Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.parkertie.doitbest.com REVOLUTION Chrysler Jeep • Dodge Parker Tie Company Inc. wilkesboro, NC 866-380-2458 CCS, Inc. ©YAMAHA of Jefferson 102 South Mamstreet • Jefferson. fcfCJ • 846~77' �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2007 PAGE 3 COMMUNITY NEWS Jefferson mayor named top elected official On September 7,2007, High Country Council of Govern­ ments (Region D) held its an­ nual awards banquet to recog­ nize outstanding contributions and achievements by elected officials, local government em­ ployees, and advisory commit­ tee members. High Country Council of Governments is a planning and development agency serving local govern­ ments in Alleghany, Ashe, Av­ ery, Mitchell, Watauga, Wilkes, and Yancey Counties. Award winners were selected by elect­ ed and appointed officials from the seven-county region. Exec­ utive board chairman Kenny Poteat presented the awards, and applauded all local gov­ ernment employees, local com­ mittee members, and citizen volunteers for their hard work and dedication throughout the year. Dr. Bunk Spann, Appala­ chian State University emeri­ tus and Boone town coun­ cilman, was honored as the Outstanding North Carolina Senior Tar Heel Legislature/ Advisory Committee on Aging Member for the High Coun­ try Region. The NC Senior Tar Heel Legislature consists of two representatives from each county who advocate the needs of older adults to the North Carolina General Assembly. The High Country delegation also serves as the Advisory Committee on Ag­ ing for the region. Dr. Spann has been a delegate and Com­ mittee member for two years and currently holds the office of Vice Chair. He has contrib­ uted greatly to two important regional projects: 1) combat­ ing ageism myths by educat­ ing the community that older adults are valuable assets who contribute significantly to their communities; and 2) being a presenter for the past two years in the Annual Con­ ference on Aging. Town of Jefferson mayor Dana Tugman was recog­ nized as Outstanding Local Government Elected Official in the High Country Region. The award honors outstand­ ing leadership and service to the community and region by a town or county elected offi­ cial. Tugman served Jefferson as alderman for six years prior to becoming mayor in 1999. The Town has undertaken a number of successful projects during his tenure, including a wastewater treatment plant upgrade and a critical water storage tank. The recipient of the Out­ standing Rural Transportation Advisory Committee Member was Spruce Pine mayor Wes Foy. The award honors ex­ emplary performance while serving the High Country Ru­ ral Transportation Planning Organization. Mayor Foy has contributed significantly to the Committee, and understands and recognizes the needs of all counties and towns in the region. Wilkesboro Manager Ken Noland was recognized as Out­ standing Local Government Manager in the High Country region. The award recognizes the contributions a manager has made to local government through his professionalism, leadership, and accomplish­ ments as a local government manager or chief administra­ tor. Noland has been town manager since 1999. During his tenure he has overseen several noteworthy projects, including a major water treat­ ment plant improvement. Blowing Rock mayor J.B. Lawrence received the Out­ standing High Country Coun­ cil of Governments Executive Board Member award. The honor recognizes service and effort in promoting cooperation among local governments in the region and the state. Law­ rence has been on the Board for many years, including ser­ vice on the Advisory Commit­ tee and his current position as Vice-Chairman. Alleghany County resident Scott Moncrief was this year's recipient of the Outstanding Workforce Development Board Member Award. This award recognizes service and effort to the region and its citizens in workforce development. The membership of the High Coun­ try Workforce Development Board is primarily private sec­ tor employers who work with local governments and agen­ cies in the region to educate, train, and place the region's citizens in permanent, unsubsidized jobs. Moncrief, plant manager for Martin-Marietta Composites, only recently joined the Board, but has since distinguished himself as chair of the Board's Quality Assur­ ance Committee and member of the Executive Committee. This year's banquet includ­ ed the presentation of a spe­ cial award to Wilkesboro may­ or Norman Call. An Award of Exceptional Merit recognized Call's work that extends be­ yond a single award category, and his unique contribution to a local government. Call has served Wilkesboro over 40 years in numerous capaci­ ties. He was employed with the Town's public works for ten years; before becoming the Town's first manager- a posi­ tion he held for 23 years before retiring in 1997. In addition, he was a fireman for 25 years. After retiring, Call was elected mayor in 1999, occupying that office through this year; as he has chosen not to seek reelec­ tion. Sparta mayor John Miller was honored with the pres­ tigious Charles Von Canon Regional Leadership Award. Miller has served the Town of Sparta for many years. On a regional level, he has been a member of the High Coun­ try Council of Governments Executive Board for 28 years; including two years as vicechair and three years as chair­ man. Since 2002 he has been a member of the North Caro­ lina Joint Regional Forum (an advocate for regional interests on behalf of local governments and their regional councils). This award is the latest in a series of honors recognizing his contributions to local gov­ ernment and regionalism. The Von Canon award was created in 1990 to recognize the leadership and unselfish contributions of longtime Re­ gion D Chairman Charles Von Canon. It is presented only on rare occasions to a person who has encouraged and facilitated regional cooperation. Past re­ cipients are (in addition to Von Canon) Hugh Morton (1994), Tracy Walker (1996), Dick Fender (2003), and Phillip Frye (2004). Senator speaks on combining politics, ministry by Sen. Steve Goss Special to the Post Whether it is a 23 year old resident of our Senate district who has tried unsuccessfully for several years to retrieve an original of his birth certif­ icate, or a middle-aged resi­ dent who suddenly finds his home-since-birth threatened by a third party lien from the state of North Carolina as a result of Medicaid expenses incurred through his de­ ceased mother's long illness, I have discovered as a North Carolina Senator the exact moments when ministry and politics intersect, and the result becomes something good. With almost 30 years of experience as a Southern Baptist minister and mis­ sionary before I entered the public realm of politics, I be­ lieved from the first day of fil­ ing for the office that I would have a unique opportunity to serve the district and state as a whole. But I was com- perience as a pastor and my present role as a senator and preacher, I have learned time and again that genuine effort counts in the end. It is possi­ ble to accomplish good things privately, and on a personal level. We are a democratic so­ ciety, and our people deserve to be heard and helped, if possible, at every level of gov­ ernment. On the public, legislative level, every week during the more than six months the General Assembly is in ses­ sion legislators in the Senate and House of Representatives filed, discussed, debated, and passed bills into law (hopeful­ Post file photo ly) for the greater good of the 8.5 million residents of North Sen. Steve Goss Carolina. And in the midst of pletely unaware of the extent the history and power poli­ to which I would be able to tics that were played out day help our folks individually. after day in Raleigh during Obviously, every inquiry is the session, I often reminded different, each circumstance those colleagues who would is unique, and I cannot suc­ listen that we must never ceed on behalf of every con­ forget the single mother or stituent. Yet, in my past ex­ father who simply desires an opportunity for their child to succeed, or the developmen­ tal^ disabled adult or child who wants to be respected as the special person he or she is in God's world. In committee meetings I would often men­ tion our senior citizens who should never have to make a choice between buying medi­ cation or food because of spiraling costs or lack of insur­ ance coverage. Frequently, I spoke about the families faced with a mentally ill rela­ tive who deserve to be served without the fear of something unthinkable happening to them or their loved one. The list is lengthy and includes any number of circumstances such as lack of ability to af­ ford childcare, rapidly rising costs of a college education, and the cost of gasoline and heating for many of our citi­ zens. We can never lose sight of why we are in office...to serve the public and the best interests of the citizens. Simply stated, politicians - if they are to be really ef­ fective for their constituents - must come down from the ivory towers that so often separate them from the very people whose voices need to be heard. In other words, politicians at all levels of government will be more re­ spected when they show com­ passion for the people rather than passion for power. After only a short time in office, I am convinced that our people just want to know that their voices are heard and that they have an advocate when the bureaucracy seems to be overpowering them. It is at this point that ministry and politics can merge into some­ thing good. I am always heartened when you take the time to write or call me to let me know how I can help. Whether you are sending information about a piece of legislation you're interested in, offering your opinion about public policy and bills you would like to see me introduce or support, or letting me know about a personal issue negoti­ ating the maze of state rules and offices in which you need my help, I am always glad to hear from you. You make this service worthwhile. As always, you can reach me through (919)733-5742, RO. Box 509, Boone, NC 28607, or by e-mail steveg@ ncleg.net, Famed storyteller to speak at library The art of storytelling will come alive on Wed. Sept. 26 as well known storyteller Sylvia Payne comes to Ashe County to entertain and in­ form the Friends of the Li­ brary. The public is invited to this event at 11 a.m. down­ stairs at the library. "All humans are stories waiting to be told. A critical link to our past is seriously at risk and may disappear if we fail educate the younger gen­ eration with one of the oldest art forms," said Payne. "First there was TV, then home computers, next VCR's and now DVD's that serve as family entertainment. What happened to sitting on the porch under the stars listen­ ing to the elders tell stories? Payne will share examples of this oral tradition through her own storytelling. She will illustrate ways to determine what some of the stories may be and stresses the urgency of asking ques­ tions of elders and drawing important topics to the sur­ face as a pertinent way of capturing family histories. Payne is a former chil­ dren's librarian and now a professional storyteller from Hickory. She grew up in the foothills of NC mountains listening to family stories told by her mother. She has studied folklore and the art of storytelling with world re­ nowned storytelling masters. Always wear protective apparel as recommanded in your instruction manual. Post file photo STIHL products are easy to start and operate! Sylvia Payne Payne serves on the board of the North Carolina Story­ telling Guild and is editor of the Guild's quarterly Journal of Tar Heel Tellers. She comes to Ashe through the N.C. Humanities Coun­ cil. WATCH TOR IX.... COMINO SOON XH3E A I I MEW AKI) IMPROVED., WWW.JEEEEI190NT0ST.COM Hart Power Equipment 205 South Second Ave. • West Jefferson 336-246-3431 Downtown WJ behind Geno's Restaurant stihlusa.com Are you ready for aST////. ? �PAGE 4 TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2007 Editorial Harold Leviton: a memorable life Welfare for tires UTCST FROtA JAKttfcU CWHESfc TOT \Mb FACTORY WORNtR WKtAV. si, <| ir f j period Do you know your Schedule b; heart yet" tive monster, bixty senators ^ Do presidential politics matter here.'' be best at appealing to the swing voters without cooling the enthusiasm of the base. Democrats have the same kinds of concerns. In short, while North Carolina might not matter to the presidential candidates, who those presidential can­ didates are matters a lot to North Carolina. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@ jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2007 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT Elkiand International Puppet Festival set for Saturday The eagerly anticipated second Elkiand International Puppet Festival will be held on Saturday, Sept. 22, at the Todd Mercantile Gallery in beautiful downtown Todd. Shows will take place from 1-4 p.m. and from 7:30-9:30 p.m. Admission for the day is $5 for anyone over 12; for those 12 and under, admission is 1 pretty button. The afternoon shows in­ clude Celebration, a barnyard story, by Elkiand Art Center; Jack of All Tales, by Pete the Puppet Guy from Asheville; Litter Brigade, by Puppet Revolution from Boone; and Rowby's Travels, a collection of folk tales, by Red Her­ ring Puppets, Asheville. All of these combine a lot of fun and laughter with some good life lessons for children of all ages. In the evening, the festival continues with cabaret-style shows for the more mature children among us. The sched­ ule includes a cabaret version of Jack of All Tales and Lexie Danner's League of Serious People. The evening will also call Martha Enzmann at Elkland Art Center, 336-877-5016. also Martha says, "Warning! Explosions may occur at any time during the afternoon and evening." Afternoon shows: 1 p.m.: Cel­ ebration, a barnyard story, by Elkiand Art Center, Todd. Celebration is the first of the barnyard ani­ mal series. It explores the Jack gets a lesson in distilling in Jack of idea that par­ All Tales. ticipation is the feature an 'open puppetry' first step to­ segment, during which aspir­ ward mutuality. Bored barn­ ing puppeteers can showcase yard animals decide to have their talents and puppets. a party and in the process Snacks and drinks will discover what participation be available from the Todd means...that everyone has Mahal Bakery downstairs something to offer and this is in the Mercantile. For more a reason to celebrate! Wooden information and to sign up cut-out animals, a scrolling for the open puppetry event, backdrop and original songs m 'iy * by Mar Star are featured. The stories in the Barnyard puppet series are written by Susan Gurnee and produced by Martha Enzmann, both of Todd. 2 p.m.: Jack of All Tales, by Pete the Puppet Guy, Asheville. In the old stories told on the front porches of Southern Appalachia, Jack (of beanstalk fame) was a boy who got what he wanted using guile and wit. But how would he fare today? Join Jack and The Shaky Hand Puppet Band on a musical trip out of the mountains, down to the Waffle House and back in Jack of All Tales. The Shaky Hand Puppet Band members are Pete "Professor Peter Puppet" Koschnick and Todd "Rooster Scratch" Jones. 2:45 p.m.: Litter Brigade, by Puppet Revolution, Boone. The Litter Brigade is the first of five plays written by Cindy Ball in the Puppet Revolu­ tion series, which centers on the concept of sustainability and personal responsibility for our environment. The lit­ ter brigade puppets, made entirely of collected river lit­ ter, inspire young audiences to take a second look at what is really being wasted. Per­ formed by Cindy, Lee J., and Spencer Ball. 3:30 p.m.: Rowby's Trav­ els, by Red Herring Puppets, Asheville. Children love the green alien Rowby, who is vis­ iting planet Earth. Although he is from outer space, he knows how to speak their language a^id interacts with the audience, commenting on local events. Rowby hosts a collection of stories from around the globe. Dogs is a romp through the parks of Paris with animated cut-outs designed by French animator Francois Manavit. The Drum is an adaptation of an Indian folk fable from the Himalaya Mountains. In it, Kamala, a young girl, dreams of owning her own drum. Through her many acts of kindness and with a little help from the Monkey, she achieves her dream. The Three Little Pigs is a fast-paced rap version of the well-known tale, sure to get the audience moving in their seats. A Celtic Jack and the Beanstalk incorporates hand puppets, a magical beanstalk and a gigantic giant. Evening shows: 7:30-9:30 p.m.: Puppet Cabaret Enjoy delicious snacks and drinks from Emilie's Todd Mahal Bakery while various artists present short pieces for your enjoyment - and edi­ fication. The evening shows present ever-so-slightly more adult content than the after­ noon ones. For example, the cabaretact version Jack of All Tales involves a bit of social com­ mentary and a bit of scato­ logical humor as Jack and his Pa try to find a shortcut to riches. The show touches on alcoholism and depression. Lexie Danner will present her short "League of Serious People" (Only for the very se­ rious, please.). This evening will also offer the opportunity to anyone who wishes to try their own hand at puppetry. Call Martha at (336) 8775016 if you would like to be encouraged to try out your puppet act or for more details about this event. Fall Litter Sweep starts Livestock show, clinic in West Jefferson Saturday RALEIGH — The N.C. De­ partment of Transportation has started its 2007 Fall Lit­ ter Sweep, which will be held through Saturday, Sept. 29. During the statewide cam­ paign, NCDOT maintenance crews, Adopt-A-Highway groups, N.C. Department of Correction inmate crews, com­ munity service workers and other volunteer groups will work together to remove Utter from North Carolina roads. "Litter sweeps play an im­ portant role in the safety and appearance of our highways and also help encourage peo- pie not to litter," Transporta­ tion Secretary Lyndo Tippett said. "I urge everyone across the state to participate in their local roadside cleanups and work together to protect North Carolina's natural resources." NCDOT's Office of Beautification Programs wUl co­ ordinate the work of volun­ teers from Adopt-A-Highway groups, garden clubs, civic groups and other community organizations during the twoweek cleanup. Anyone who wants to par­ ticipate should contact their local NCDOT county main­ tenance office in advance for supplies such as safety vests, gloves and orange trash bags. Participants are reminded to warm up before picking up litter, drink plenty of water during the cleanup and follow safety guidelines. A Spring Litter Sweep is also held during the last two weeks of April. For more infor­ mation about NCDOT's Litter Sweeps, call 1-800-331-5864 or visit the NCDOT Office of Beautification Programs Web site at www.ncdot.org/ -beautification and click on "Litter Sweep." bone from his shoulder and legs and tissue from both legs to rebuild his jaw and lower face. The pain has been in­ describable, he said. And the results are not pretty. "Looking this way is not fun," Gruen said. "Ev­ erywhere I go people stare at me, point and whisper. What I have been through the past 13 years taught me the important things in life. You can't judge a book by its cover." His friends stuck with him. He made new friends. A beautiful girl fell in love with him because of who he is. Last year they got married and this past February had a child. Gruen received a standing ovation from the students. Afterwards, three young men came up to him. "I hope he...," said one pointing to another, "heard what you said." That young man said, "Man, I'm going to quit right now." The other said, "I'm never go­ ing to start." All three shook Gruen's hand and thanked him for what he has done. His message had gotten through. Tobacco continued from front page bad they have it, there is someone who has it worse. No matter how bad he looks, he said, there is someone out there who would love to have his life, perhaps because he can walk or because he can see. These are lessons Gruen learned the hard way. One day he was a healthy, handsome and athletic young man and the next he was slobbering, couldn't eat, lost 60 pounds and all his teeth. He nearly lost his life. The many surger­ ies have included removal of The Friends of Ashe Coun­ be held at 10 a.m. followed ty Agriculture are hosting by market and ewe classes. A meat a Livestock rr,,.,. goat show­ Show & manship S h o w ­ will be manship Clinic held at on Sat­ noon fol­ io w e d urday, by type Sept. 22 in West class­ es for Jeffer­ market son. It will be kids and held at does. the pro­ A horse posed site showman­ for the Ashe County ship will be held at 2 Agricultural Expo on NC 163 p.m. followed by type classes near the intersection with for mares and geldings. Mt. Jefferson Road. A sheep and lamb show­ manship class and clinic will presents www.jeffersonpost.com September 27-30, 2007 Saturday 7:30 pm Sunday 2:00 pm continued from front page than mist which evaporates quickly. •Liihit car washing. •Do not allow children to play with hoses or sprinklers. Town Manager Greg McGinnis has said that West Jefferson is not experiencing a water shortage at this time and there has been no prob­ lems with supply or quality of drinking water. The town is implementing this voluntary conservation effort in compli­ ance with the governor's re­ quest. witch's skirt is actually a tee­ pee, and The Riverside Gen­ eral Store plans to offer tee­ pee camping next summer. Along with the seasonal decorations, the store is plan­ ning to offer a haunted hay ride and pumpkin picking on Fridays and Saturdays from mid October through Hallow­ een. After that, the witch may be replaced by a giant turkey followed by Santa Claus as Brad plans to offer decorative themes for the various sea­ sons. Perhaps there will be a big snowman early next year if the area is lucky enough to enjoy any of the white stuff. Musical entertainment and other activities are being planned, and the cafe will be open for breakfast, lunch and dinner with local favorites as well as some of the menu items popular in the North. The Morrison's are happy to be a part of the Ashe County community and invite every­ one to stop in and say hello, offer ideas and sell their lo­ cally made arts and crafts. Witch continued from front page tance, he created a 27-foot tall witch as a feature of the fall decorations. Made of wood, chicken wire, fabric and corn stalks, "The River Witch" can be seen from all around and is quite the amusement for the season. Brad said he believes this could be the world's largest witch. He found one in Long Island, NY, where his fam­ ily is from, about seven years ago that was 13 feet tall, but hasn't found current infor­ mation on a taller one. The Meeting continued from front page participate for at least one year; 2. town will designate a contact person in the com­ munity for the technical as­ sistance team; 3. town will assist in organizing a volunteer com­ mittee to provide focus for the program; 4. town will support the committees and teams in con­ ducting a community assess­ ment; 5. town will cooperate with the team and commit­ tees to develop a community vision and plan of action; 6. town will implement the plan to action to the full­ est extent possible; and 7. town will develop and actively participate in lo­ cal and regional partnerships and networks and share resources and information gained through the program with other communities in the region. "It is a real honor to be cho­ sen for this," said West Jeffer­ son Town Manager Greg McGinnis. Mayor Dale Baldwin said the program would be very beneficial to the town. You don't have to be a resident or business owner in West Jefferson to attend this public meeting and find out more about the program. Everyone is welcome. Refreshments will be served. For more information, contact Greg McGinnis at 246-3551. THE OBSERVATION DECK Q hushed October morning mild, Begin the hours of this day slow. Make the day , . seem to us $$$ less brief. M 20. Ashe County Little Theatre Water signs of wilt. Water slowly to avoid runoff and water thor­ oughly, not frequently. •Keep soil loose in the garden for better water pen­ etration and eliminate weeds as competition for the water. Set hose to gentle rain rather All classes will be ribbon only. There are no wash fa­ cilities, and the show site is one outside ring with limited stall space. There is plenty of parking. A hay raffle will be held between the goat and horse shows. Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5. There are six chanc­ es to win a round bale of hay or possibly 10 square bales, depending on availability. Hotdogs and drinks will be available. If you plan to bring animals, please call 219-2650 (Cooperative Ex­ tension Service, Ashe County Center) by Thursday, Sept. presented by Alleghany Christinas Tree Assn. Choose & Cut Farms • • • • • • • • Old-Fashioned Street Festival Juried Art Crafts 2 Food Courts Music & Dance at 2 Stages Possum Queen Crowned Children's Activities Free Admission 9a.m. - 4:30p.m. Center Adults: $10 Students: $5 Main Street, Sparta, NC www.Sparta-NC.com 800.372.5473 VISA mtmm* F I|EMPLOYMENT Reserved Seat Tickets available at the Ashe Arts Center Call (336) 846-ARTS OPPORTUNITY AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, INC. Full-time POSITIONS INCLUDE: Office Manager (1st shift) Biller/Registrar (1st shift) Registrar (2nd shift, hours vary) Medical Office Assistant (MOA) (2nd shift, hours vary) at Mountain Family Care Center Competitive Salary Shift Differential Full-time Benefits include vacation, health, dental, life, vision and cancer insurance, retirement plan, medicine at a reduced cost. To apply: apply in person at Human Resources of Ashe Memorial Hospital or mail your resume to Attn: Human Resources, Ashe Memorial Hospital, Inc., 200 Hospital Ave, Jefferson, NC 28640, on-line at www.ashememorial.org or email to hr@ashememorial.org. �Tuesday - September 18 JV/Varsity Volleyball at North Wilkes 4:30 p.m. Tennis at North Wilkes 4:30 p.m. Cross Country at North Wilkes 4:30pm Women's Golf at Mountain Aire 4 p.m. Wednesday - September 19 Varsity Soccer at North Wilkes 6 p.m. Thursday - September 20 JV Football HOME vs Reagan 6 p.m. Varsity Soccer HOME vs Oak Hill Academy 5 p.m. JV/Varsity Volleyball HOME vs North Surry 4:30pm Tennis at North Surry 4:30 p.m. Friday - September 21 Football at Reagan 7:30 p.m. This week in Husky sports Tennis splits matches, second in MVAC by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor The women's tennis team at Ashe County High School faced their toughest MVAC opponent last week with a trip to Surry Central High School to face the Golden Eagles. Both the Huskies and the Eagles are ranked in the top ten teams in the North Carolina Coaches Poll and the match showed the strengths of both squads. After a tough set of singles for Ashe, a rally in doubles was necessary and the Huskies needed to sweet the doubles matches to win this tough and critical match. However, the Golden Eagles third doubles team secured the victory for themselves with a victory and Ashe lost their first MVAC match with a team score of 5-4. Following the tough loss, the Huskies returned to ac­ tion by hosting the Starmount Rams. The Huskies once again returned to win­ ning with another easy victo­ ry as they defeated the Rams m BSSi 1 • ' * 6-4. This is a stepping stone in Tant's career as last year, Perkins was able to defeat Tant during both matches. In the other singles victory for the Huskies, Rachel Cur­ cio took advantage of a first set tiebreaker of 7-2 to win the first set 7-6. In set two, Curcio used the momentum created in set one to claim the 6-3 victory to give the Huskies their second victory of the match. Despite the Huskies losSee Tennis, page 7 RTWA '"V< V 8IMS 8-1. In the crucial match against Surry Central, Coach Vickie Herman described the match accurately by stating: "This match had it's ups and downs. In singles, our first sets were better than our sec­ ond and that made the differ­ ence. Surry Central is a very good team and I have to hand it to them for their 'never say Post photo by Michael Graybeal IveyTant had a dynamite performance against Surry Central defeating the 2006 MVAC Player of the Year Emily Perkins in singles 6-2 6-4. die' spirit." In singles competition, the Golden Eagles gained an early advantage by winning four out of six matches. Ivey Tant and Rachel Curcio was able to claim victories for the Huskies in singles play. Tant defeated the 2006 MVAC Player of the Year Emily Per­ kins in style during two sets of play. Tant laid it to her op­ ponent in the first set and went ahead 1-0 following a 6-2 victory. In the second set, Tant had a tougher match as Perkins narrowed the score, but Tant still came out on top Rachel Curcio was one of only two Huskies to win their singles match against Surry Central. Curcio defeated her opponent 7-6 6-3 for the victory. yards, the fifth-highest out­ put of his career. Jacque Roman led the Apps' defensive effort with a game-high 14 tackles. Corey Lynch added 10 stops and a pass break-up and defensive tackle Anthony Williams chipped in with nine tackles, including two behind the line of scrimmage and a sack. Kriesien led the Lumber­ jacks with 300 yards of to­ tal offense (171 passing, 129 rushing). Appalachian opens de­ fense of its back-to-back Southern Conference cham­ pionships when it visits pe­ rennial league-title contend­ er Wofford next Saturday at 3:30 p.m. The contest will be televised live on SportSouth. NOTES: In addition to holding the nation's longest overall winning streak in Division I and the nation's longest home winning streak in Division I FCS (Football Championship Subdivision — formerly Division I-AA), Appalachian has also won 23- rosi pnoto Dy Micnaei Grayoeai Elder, Richardson lead App to 34-21 win straight games versus FCS competition ... ASU's last loss to an FCS opponent was a 34-31 setback at Furman on Oct. 8, 2005 ... Saturday's attendance is second only to last week's crowd of 28,802 in KBS history ... the Mountain­ eers evened their all-time re­ cord versus opponents from the Big Sky Conference at 2-2 ... Justin Woazeah's inter­ ception in the fourth quarter was the eighth of his career, moving him within one of ASU's all-time top 10. Second half goals give App 2-1 victory Post photo courtesy of GoASU.com Trey Elder celebrates one of his three touchdown passes Saturday at sold-out Kidd Brewer Stadium (ASU athletics photo/Ben McKeown). by Appalachian Sports Information BOONE, N.C. - Trey El­ der totaled 298 yards of of­ fense and Walter Payton Award candidate Kevin Richardson set career highs with seven receptions for 122 yards and two touchdowns to lead top-ranked Appalachian State University to a 34-21 victory over Northern Arizo­ na on Saturday afternoon at Kidd Brewer Stadium. An overflow crowd of 27,104, the second-largest in KBS history, saw Appa­ lachian (3-0) rack up a season-high 429 yards of total offense in the win. However, the Mountain­ eers' 17th-straight victory and 29th in-a-row at home didn't come easy, as Northern Arizona (1-2) pushed the Apps from the beginning. NAU forced the Mountaineers into three-straight three-and-out series to start the game and were out-gaining the Apps 125-19 at one point en route to a 3-0 lead through one quarter. The damage could have been worse, but the Black and Gold defense held Northern Arizona to just three points on two trips in­ side the ASU 15-yard line in the opening period. Appalachian got on track at the end of the first quar­ ter, as it marched into Lum­ berjack territory before Elder found Richardson on a 34yard catch-and-run to give ASU a 7-3 lead on the first play of the second period. After the Lumberjacks re­ sponded with another field goal, Elder marched the Mountaineers right back to paydirt, going 59 yards in nine plays, culminating with a 12-yard touchdown pass to Hans Batichon that made it 14-6. Thanks to a blocked field goal on the final play of the first half by Jerome Touch­ stone, Appalachian took the 14-6 advantage into the lock­ er room. The field-goal block was Appalachian's fourth in three games this season. Julian Rauch capped the Mountaineers' first two pos­ sessions of the second half with field goals to stretch the ASU lead to 20-6. How­ ever, NAU drew back within seven points on an acrobatic 18-yard touchdown pass from Lance Kriesien to Skyler Moore with less than three minutes remaining in the third quarter. The score remained 20-13 until Richardson hauled in his second touchdown recep­ tion of the afternoon, a 47yarder from Elder that gave ASU a 27-13 advantage with less than 10 minutes to play. Five minutes later, Appala­ chian put the game on ice when Trey Hennessee sepa­ rated NAU punt returner K.J. Gerard from the ball and Cortez Gilbert scooped up the loose ball and returned it 32 yards to give ASU a 34-13 lead. A one-yard touchdown rush by Kriesien and twopoint conversion in the wan­ ing minutes accounted for the final margin. Makinghis second-straight start in place of banged up starter Armanti Edwards, Elder completed 15-of-22 passes without an intercep­ tion for 216 yards and three scores. He also ran 19 times for 82 yards. Richardson went over the 1,000-yard receiving mark for his illustrious career with the 122-yard performance. He added 58 yards on 15 carries to finish with 180 all-purpose by Appalachian Sports Information BOONE, N.C. — The Ap­ palachian State women's soc­ cer team rallied in the sec­ ond half to a 2-1 victory over Charleston Southern at the ASU Soccer Stadium. With the win, the Mountaineers improve to 3-0-2, while the CSU Buccaneers fall to 2-2-0 on the season. Sunday's win improved the program's over­ all record to 99-134-20, leav­ ing the Mountaineers one win short of the century mark in their 14th year of existence "We played well today," said head coach Ben Popoola. "We gave up an early goal which put us behind. We came back after halftime and dominated possession in the second half; giving ourselves plenty of chances. The real difference was that we put away our chances when we got them." Appalchian's season shut­ out came to an end 2:58 into the match as CSU's Alyssa Clay netted the early goal from 12 yards out. The Moun­ taineers went the first 402:58 without allowing a goal, one of the longest shutout steaks in the nation. The Mountaineers strug­ gled to piece together mean­ ingful chances throughout the first half. Appalachian trailed 1-0 into the intermission, but found the equalizer only sev­ en minutes after the break. Senior Jaclyn Hoffman found junior Casey Cleary on the wing at the edge of the pen­ alty area with a cutting pass. Cleary dribbled a few yards closer and took the scoring shot from 10 yards out. The goal is Cleary's sec­ ond of the season and 18th of her career, moving her into a Mnoto courtesy of GoAbU.com Casey Cleary's three point performance helped lift the Mountaineers over CSU 2-1. tie with Allison Osborne for Balzano's season and career fourth place on the all-time at Appalachian.* Lowe and scoring chart. Hoffman's as­ Cleary both earned assists, sist is her first of the season their first of the season. and 11th in her career. Hoff­ Sophomore Emma White man needs only one assist to earned the win in goal to im­ move into a tie for third place prove to 2-0-1 on the season. on the all-time assist chart White stopped seven shots with Jennifer Rudy. and allowed her first goal of The Apps took the lead two the season in the match. minutes later on the wings Appalachian will now go of a goal from sophomore on the road for their next Stephanie Balzano. A couple three matches with trips to of quick passes at the top of Longwood on September 20 the 18-yard box from Cleary (7:00 p.m.) , VMI on Sept. 22 to sophomore Caroline Lowe (1:00 p.m.) and Davidson on and then from Lowe to Bal­ Sept. 27 (7:00 p.m.). The next zano were employed to find home match is on Sept. 30 as open space. Balzano found the the Mountaineers will take net from 22 yards to give Ap­ on College of Charleston at palachian the lead that they 1:00 p.m. at the ASU Soccer would not surrender. Stadium. The goal is the second of �PAGE 7 TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Tennis continued from page 6 ing four singles matches, the match remained close and exciting. Of the four losses in singles, two losses came from tiebreakers and one came from a mere difference of four total games. Lorna Vega, Ashe's number two seed played her opponent extremely tough. In the first set, Vega's opponent was able to gain a slight two game lead late in the set and was able to claim set one seven games to five. Set two was a mere repeat of the first with both players winning games early. Vega once again nar­ rowly lost to her opponent by only two goals with the final set six games to four. Tiebreakers proved criti­ cal during the match for both teams. There was a total of four tiebreakers, with two of them potentially deter­ mining the match. One of the tiebreakers that played crucial in the match was be­ tween Roxanne Thomas, the number four seed for Ashe, and her opponent from Surry Central, Tara Dockery. Dockery struggled against Thom­ as in the first match with Thomas pulling away late to claim the 6-4 victory in set one. Dockery battled back in the second set to force a third set tiebreaker with a 6-1 vic­ tory over Thomas. In the tie­ breaker, Dockery once again defeated Thomas by the score of 7-1 to claim the victory and give Surry Central a tally in the win column. Another crucial tiebreaker came in the number five seed match. Courtney Bowers represent­ ed Ashe and her opponent Kristie Combs from Surry Central proved to be a tough match up. In set one, Bow­ ers found a slight advantage and won six games to four, but Combs responded with an impressive second set and won six games to two to force the third set tiebreaker. In the tie breaker, the Golden Eagles received another vic­ tory when Combs defeated Bowers 7-3 for yet another win for the-Golden Eagles. The last singles event was the number six seed. Ariel Farmer represented Ashe and Hannah Dockery from Surry Central. After a tough 6-0 loss in set one, Farmer battled back and placed Dockery in a tough place in set two. However, Dockery would pull ahead late in the set and claimed the victory seven games to five to give Surry Central their fourth victory of the match and the singles competitions were concluded. With doubles remaining to be played, Surry Central sim­ ply needed to win one pair to win and they would win the match. The Huskies respond­ ed to the pressure and cre­ ated an exciting match when the number one and two pairs of doubles won to place the highlight on the third set of doubles. The first pair of doubles was an exciting match all around. Ivey Tant and Lor­ na Vega paired together for Ashe to face the tough combi­ nation of Emily Perkins and Sthephanie Doby. Following an intense match, the score wound up being tied 8-8 and a tiebreaker was necessary. Tant and Vega pounced on the Eagles in the tiebreaker and rallied to a 7-2 score to give them the ninth point of the match, which gave Ashe the crucial victory. Ashe earned another doubles victory when Rachel Curcio and Roxanne Thomas basically destroyed the pair of Haley Smith and Hannah Dockery for Surry Central. Curcio and Thomas wasted no time and cruised to an impressive 8-0 victory to tie the team's score at four wins each. The deciding match came down to the third pair of dou­ bles. Courtney Bowers and Ariel Farmer represented Ashe while Tara Dockery and Hannah Dockery represent­ ed Surry Central. The Eagles pair was able to finalize the match with a 8-2 victory over the Bowers/ Farmer pair for Ashe to give Surry Central the 5-4 victory and sole pos­ session of first place in the MVAC. The victory by Surry Cen­ tral allows them to remain undefeated in their MVAC schedule. The Huskies will have a chance to tie the Ea­ gles for a share of the lead when they come to Ashe for a match, which is scheduled for October 4. For the Huskies to tie the Golden Eagles, they must win out the remainder of their MVAC schedule, and the same for Surry Central. The Huskies came one step closer to that with their match that followed the Surry Central pairing when they defeated the Starmount Rams eas­ ily with a team score of 8-1. The only loss for the Huskies came in doubles action when that Ariel Farmer and Court­ ney Bowers lost a close match to Brittany Melton and Carla Cave with a score of 8-5. Singles results: #1 seed: Ivey Tant (Ashe County) de­ feated Laura Beaver (Star- moimt) 6-36-2; #2 seed: Lorna Vega (Ashe County) defeated Maryann Price (Starmount) 6-0 6-1; #3 seed: Rachel Curcio (Ashe County) defeated Yesnia Najera (Starmount) 6-4 64, #4 seed: Roxanne Thomas (Ashe County) defeated Erin Welborn (Starmount) 6-0 64; #5 seed: Courtney Bowers (Ashe County) defeated Car­ la Cave (Starmount) 6-1 6-2; #6 seed: Ariel Farmer (Ashe County) defeated Brittany Melton (Starmount) 6-1 6-1. ATHLETE Hi of the WEEK presents the Our Athlete of the Week, Rachel Curcio, is a member of the Women's Tennis team. Curcio is a consistent player for the Huskies. Curcio has not lost a single match this year in singles or doubles and has comprised an impressive total of 77 wins and only 23 losses Mountaineer volleyball prevails in five games by Appalachian Sports Information Clemson, S.C. - Appalachian State University volleyball closed out the Clemson Clas­ sic with a gripping five-game win over Kent State on Satur­ day afternoon. Brittany Zahn led the Moun­ taineers (3-9) again with 24 kills, many of them via Lorelle Rau's 46 assists. Rau and Heather Kale led the defensive effort with 15 digs each. ASU had four players in double-figure kills including Dianna Thomas (13), Carla Durham (11) and Jordan Jesberg (10). The Golden Flashes (9-3) were led by Anja Knabe-Paulsen's 19 kills and Laura Jensen's 19 digs. ASU never trailed in the piv­ otal fifth game, but KSU tied the score six times. The final tie came at 12-12 before ASU got a kill from Thomas and Zahn and an error from the Flashes to clinch the victory. The Apps used a 4-0 run in the middle of the first game to take a 16-11 lead before KSU clawed its way back with a 10-2 run to tie the game at 26-26. The game went backand-forth for the next six points until a Durham kill and a KSU error allowed for a 32-30 win. ASU ran out to an early 167 lead in the second set and never looked back to cruise to a 30-25 win behind and of­ fensive attack that hit at an evening best .263 clip. Un­ fortunately, the Mountain­ by Appalachian Sports Information BOONE, N.C. — The Ap­ palachian State men's soccer team played a complete game en route to the 2-0 victory over High Point. With the win Appalachian improves to 3-1-1, the High Point Pan­ thers fall to 0-4-1 in defeat. "I was pleased with out composure today," said head coach Paul Stahlschmidt. "We were persistent with what we were trying to do, and it eventually payed off for us." With nearly an hour gone, Appalachian broke into scoreless deadlock with a Ramsey Ammar header. Se­ nior Corey Lugger delivered a corner kick to the far post and diving head of Ammar for his third assist of the sea­ son. The goal which came in the 58th minute is the first of Ramsey's career. In the 88th minute, Appa­ lachian extended the lead to 2-0. Sophomore Aaron Am­ mar won the ball at the top of the penalty area and dribbled into some open space. Aaron unleashed a hard shot into the top right hand corner to earn his second career goal and first of the season. Senior Greg Walters in singles in MVAC play. Congratulations Rachel Curcio!!! Rachel Curcio Stop by ) each week and check out our latest Athlete of the Week! eers couldn't maintain that momentum with an 18-15 lead as the Flashes scored 11 unanswered points to take a 30-21 win. Buoyed by the win, KSU went on to take the fourth game, 30-24, to force the deciding fifth game. The Mountaineers will re­ turn to action and usher in the Southern Conference sea­ son on September 21 at rival Western Carolina. Mountain Village Shopping Center •846-5504 • Ask about delivery • 846-5504 C Ham Biscuits foi only \m <2.22 Photo courtesy of GoASU.com Reggie Bush Lorelle Rau had 46 assists for ASU on Saturday against Kent State. Ammar brothers give App 2-0 win earned the start in goal, his first of the season. Walters made one save to cement his fourth career shutout and first win this season. Appalachian led the shot totals by a 13-5 margin. The Mountaineers committed 11 fouls while drawing only eight. Appalachian will return to action on Wednesday Sep­ tember 19 with a trip to Winthrop. The match against the Eagles kicks off at 7:00 p.m. The next home match is three days later when the Mountaineers host Radford on Saturday September 22 at 2:00 p.m. Doubles Results: #1 pair: Tant/ Vega (Ashe County) defeated Beaver/ Price (Starmount) 8-2; #2 pair: Curcio/ Thomas (Ashe County) de­ feated Najera/Welborn (Starmount) 8-0; #3 pair: Cave/ Melton (Starmount) defeated Bowers/ Farmer (Ashe Coun­ ty) 8-5. The tennis team returns to action this evening with a MVAC match at North Wil­ kes High School beginning at 4:30 p.m. Now Orleans Saints ON NFL NET*! 1 ft®"' Catch games in High Definition with our BEST HD offer ever! THE BEST SPORTS AND MOVIES IN HD! IN CUSTOMER SATISFACTION' DishHD" FREE FREE 15 HD DVR UPGRADE $5 98/mo DVR S«r»ice Fe« apples. FOR 6 MONTHS with 18-month commitment ($20/mo credit) PLUS 3 MONTHS FREE • irvev MM HBO HB®|H4 BO.™* ICtomto . 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Hatmd iMtdlaagoa etdulSM �PAGE 8 TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING 100-General Services 4 PIANO SERVICE Call for free estimate Larry Carmichael 336-372-4247 Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm CLASSIFIED DEADLINES Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION 140-Help Wanted Sunset Financial e-mail: classified® jeffersonpost.com Web: www.jeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANKYOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER'S NOTICE: All roal estate advertising in this newspaper is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise any preferences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, financial status or national origin Includes children un­ der the age of 16 living with parents or logal custodians, prognant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are here by informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found Found on HWY 163 Mail resume to: PO Box 549, West Jeffer­ son, NC 28694. Rainbow Center is seeking Bridging Fos­ 235-Christmas ter Parents to provide Trees We offer Personal, temp/long term care for Business, Commercial children that need yog Field of Fraser Fir Property, and Mort­ to open your home to Christmas Trees, gage loans, Bad Credit, them for love, support, Approximately 2,850, Bankrupt we can help. and direction in their never cut out of, Affordable monthly lives. Classes will start 7-10 ft, mostly 8-9 ft, payments, low Interest soon to help with con­ will cut and bale. Call rates and 48 hour ap­ cerns/questions or de­ 336-384-2177 proval time. No up front ciding if foster care is Fraser Fir Christmas fees. Please call for right for you. Call Fos­ Trees available in all more details we have ter Care Director Dori sizes. Call for Pricing courteous representa­ Gold at 336-667-3333. 336-877-7167 tives standing byREGISTERED NURSE Fraser Fir Christmas Call toll free 1 866 803 ASHE HOME HEALTH Trees for sale, 6' to 10' 9785. and ASHE HOSPICE 336-384-1436. electrical project man­ ager/estimator for com­ mercial and industrial projects in NW NC & SW VA to assist in management of all as­ pects of electrical proj­ ects. Must be self-moti­ vated, organized, re­ sults oriented and have proven work ethic and leadership skills. Bene­ fits include competitive salary, profit sharing, I.R.A., health insur­ ance, vacation and hol­ iday pay. Mail resume to: PO Box 486 Glade Valley, NC 28627. Farm Manager Position Full time position for hands-on, motivated, organized, results ori­ ented, team player with proven work ethic and leadership skills. Horti­ culture, forestry or agri­ culture education or farming experience a plus. Will assist in man­ agement of all aspects of large farming opera­ tion. Benefits Include health insurance and paid vacation. Please mail resume to: PO Box 549, West Jeffer­ son, NC 28694. Full Time Cook needed at Deerfield Ridge As­ sisted Living. Flexible hours, great working conditions. Benefits available. Apply in person 287 Bamboo Road, Boone, NC tel: 828-264-0336 Need a new job? High Country Health Fraser Fir Christmas Trees for sale. Number Care System has two 1 and better. 100 9' to openings in Ashe County. One for a full 10', 600 8' to 9', 600 7' time Home Health to 8'. 336-877-5158 or 336-977-6705. Nurse and one for a PRN Hospice Nurse. 260-Garage/Yard Applicants must have a current NC RN License and a minimum of one year of nursing experi­ ence. 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 400 Shadowline Drive, Suite 100-B Copy and payment have to be-in our office by these deadlines: Sales Marketing/ Administrative Functions Full time position with benefits Make sales calls to customers, take orders and respond to cus­ tomer needs and re­ quests. Maintain spreadsheets and re­ ports-must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. Other duties as needed for business of­ fice functions. This position requires excellent telephone, communication and or­ ganizational skills with the ability to mulit-task while providing excel­ lent customer service. Ability to work well with others in a fast paced office and be self moti­ vated. Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! Supervisor/ Technician For more Information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu -J M J Tuesday Edition Friday by 9 am Friday Edition Wednesday by 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. 290-Horses & Livestock PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 300Miscel laneous BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 Need home or office cleaned? Can give ref­ erences. 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Call us at 336-846-7164 -or Rent: 3 bedroom 2 bath home on HWY 16, 3 miles north of Jefferson. No pets. Se­ curity deposit and ref­ erences required. 336846-7674 or 336-8776872. Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers 530-Lots & Acreage Little Classifieds... 3+-acres in Jefferson, private lots, double wides, modulars, OK, developmental poten­ tial, Call Denise Jarvis, Broker @ 336-8779696.www.MountainLivingHomesandLand.com. BIG RESULTS! 330-Pets DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HEFE Check Out the For rent remodled farm house. Available Octo­ ber 1st. Furnished ap­ pliances. 3 small bed­ rooms upstairs, 1 large bedroom down stairs, living room, dining room, kitchen. $550 a month. One month de­ posit required. No pets. 336-384-3913. Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information 500-Mobile Homes for Sale pruce Hill Apts Appli - cations are now being accepted for, Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC *One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments 'Handicapped accessible 'Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance I • available mi For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 440-Offices, Bldgs., For Rent/Lease or Sale Jefferson office space. Across from post office upstairs. 4/5 rooms. $400 a month plus • utilities. Call Annie 336-846-1651. 460-Mobile Homes for Rent Large 2 BR mobile home on Hwy 163 1 mile from Leviton River Plant. Lease, first & last. No pets. Call after 6pm. 828-964-6830. 490-Houses/ Apts. for Sale For Sale by Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. owner: view of the New River. 1940 sq ft county cot­ tage 4 bedroom, large den with fireplace, kitchen, dining room, utility room. $159,000. For more information call 336-977-2053. 500-Mobile Homes for Sale ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. ATTENTION: ALL FU­ TURE HOME BUY­ ERS!! Just in 4 MONTHS Winter Will Be Upon Us. You Need To Buy Now So You Can Be In Your New Home Before Cold and Snowy Weather Sets In. Call For Appoint­ ment At 336-973-2335 Freedom Homes Ask For D S Prevette. 1195-Legals 1195-Legals perform the stipulations and agreements con­ tained therein and, pur­ suant to demand of the owner and holder of the indebted-ness se­ cured by said Deed of Trust, the under-signed Substitute Trustee will place for sale, at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at Ashe County Court­ house, in Jefferson, North Carolina at 1:30 PM on Wednesday, September 19, 2007, that parcel of land, in­ cluding improvements thereon, situated, lying and being in the City of Jefferson, County of Ashe, State of North Caro-lina, and being more particularly de­ scribed as follows: 53-07-04 W. 60.00 feet to the BEGINNING. A certain tract of land containing 0.921 acres according to a survey by Randy G. Rhodes, Registered 535-Commercial Land Surveyor No. LProperty 3094, located in Jef­ Commercial Building in ferson Township, Lansing for R3nt, 1034 Ashe County, North sq fett. $300 Carolina. Bounded 561-750-2399 by the lands of for­ merly of or In posses­ 1115sion of the following: Professionals on the South by GilWILKES COMMUNITY ley (Deed Book C-4, COLLEGE TANNING Page 166) and Sally OPERATOR TRAIN­ Davis (Deed Book HING Wilkes Community 3, Page 56), on the College's Continuning East by NCSR #1511, Education Department and on the North by a will be offering two tan­ 0.743 acre tract to be ning Facility Operator conveyed to Eddie training classes at the and Jackie Byers and Wilkes Campus on Sat­ being more particu­ urday, September 22 larly described as fol­ and Saturday, October lows: 20 from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm each day. Registration costs for the class will be $50.00, Pre-registration is required. To pre-register, contact, Phyllis VanHoy or Dena Wiles at (336) 838-6166 or (336) 838-6210. BEGINNING on an ex­ isting 3/8" steel rod, the Poe-Gilley corner; thence with the Gilley line and the Davis line S. 71-26-45 E., 308.56 feet to a 3/8" rebar set on the Western side of NCSR #1511 (Ashe 1195-Legals Park Road); thence S. 71-26-45 E. 14.47 feet 674.0000288 to a point in the cen­ 07-SP-000105 of said road; Fannie Mae ter thence with the cen­ ter of the road N. 06NOTICE OF SUBSTI- 37-00 E. 175.96 feet to IUIE TRUSTEE'S a point in the inter­ section of the road FORECLOSURE SALE OF REAL and a private drive; thence with a division PROPERTY of the Robert Long UNDER AND BY VIR­ property N. 56-32-37 TUE of the power and W. 28.22 feet to a authority contained in point in the center of that certain Deed of the drive; thence with Trust executed and de­ a curve to the left livered by Diane Byers, having a radius of an unmarried woman, 123.29 feet, an arc dated June 19, 2003 distance of 121.93 and recorded in the Of­ feet and a chord of N. fice of the Register of 84-52-36 W. 117.02 Deeds of Ashe County, feet to a point in the North Carolina, record­ drive; thence S. 66ed on July 14, 2003, in 47-25 W. 60.35 feet to Book 00297 at Page a P/K nail set in the 1406; and because of drive; thence so as to default in the payment divide the dwelling S. of the indeb-tedness 65-15-56 W. 91.33 feet secured thereby and to a 3/8" rebar set on failure to carry out and the bank; thence S. Local lending institution is seeking a collection/loan officer. Primary duties include: .IkOSGl Q3f2£D33 •All Branch Collections. •Processing Loan Applications. •Balancing Cash Drawer Daily. •Visiting Auto& Retail Dealers of Ashe County. •Collection Experience preferred BUT Not Required. Typical Starting Salary Approximately $28,000. Happy Mail Resume To: Address of property: 317 Ashe Park Road, Jefferson, NC 28640 Present Record Own­ ers: Diane Byers A/K/A Diane L. Byers The terms of the sale are that the real prop­ erty hereinbefore de­ scribed will be sold for cash to the highest bid­ der. The Substitute Trustee reserves the right to require a cash deposit or a certified check not to exceed the greater of five per­ cent (5%) of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00). In the event that the Own­ er and Holder is ex­ empt from paying the same, the successful bidder may also be re­ quired to pay revenue stamps on the Trust­ ee's Deed, any Land Transfer Tax, and the tax required by N.C.G.S. §7A-308 (a) (1). The real property herei­ nabove described is being offered for sale "AS IS, WHERE IS" and will be sold subject to all superior liens, un­ paid taxes, and special assessments. Other conditions will be an­ nounced at the sale. The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids as by law required. If the Trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any reason, the sole reme­ dy of the purchaser is the return of the depos­ it. Reasons of such in­ ability to convey in­ clude, but are not limit­ ed to, the filing of a bankruptcy petition pri­ or to the sale and rein­ statement of the loan without the knowledge of the Trustee(s). If the validity of the sale is challenged by any par­ ty, the Trustee(s), in their sole discretion, if they believe the chal­ lenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchas­ er will have no further remedy. Dated: September 2007 5, Kellam & Pettit, PA. Substitute Trustee (704) 442-9500 Posted: Witness:. Assistant/Deputy Clerk of Superior Court Management pilZr* Opportunites COLLECTIONS/LOAN OFFICER ii Facility Maintenance Advertise your yard sale in this space. Work! Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 Wilkes Community College YARD SALES Classifieds near Hartzog Ford Rd. Brittany Spaniel male. 336-877-9123. Classifieds mke "Cents" "Cents make Dollars" Furniture, antiques, dishes, quilts, etc. All like new, good condition. 9/21 & 9/22 Carole Maulden High Country Health Care System State-licensed, JCAHO and Medicare/Medicaid certified; EEO and ADA employer. 310-Musical Moving Sale 1424 Bald Mtn. Rd. Across from the Church. Fax: (828)264-9154 The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. Sales Applicant should have excellent assessment skills, good time man­ agement, and the abili­ ty to work independent­ ly. Must be a team player and self-motivat­ ed. Reliable transpor­ tation required. Mail or fax your resume to: Boone, NC 28607 300Miscellaneous An Associates degree of 2 years experience required. Looking for a Loan? Experienced full time Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for 140-Help Wanted incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser Don't miss the perfect or for typographical opportunity for you to errors which do not get your health care lessen the value of the career started while helping others. RHA ad. Health Services is now taking applications for Charges habilitation technicians. Rates depend on size Full and part-time posi­ of ad and number of tions available. Open­ runs. Please call ings in Ashe, Watauga Classified Dept. and Wilkes counties. for information. High school diploma or Mail orders should be GED and valid driver's license required. Call sent with payment to: 828-262-5450. Classified Advertising Dump Truck The Jefferson Post Driver Needed PO Box 808 Experienced only. West Jefferson, NC Call 828-773-6736 28694 (We accept personal check, Visa or Master Card) J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL 140-Help Wanted Available Must be 18 and able to work weekends Need to Apply in Person BgOEK&H EBQCBXI P.O. Box 745 West Jefferson, NC 28*694 or Fax Resume to 336-846-1493 mg felloe CMatiMS ak^ Ckurckes of Aske County A 13\stors av A ^FrittAs. av I fo<\vtt to tAke -time to tkAnk i^ou Appalachian Ski Mtn. is now taking applications from enthusiastic, customer service oriented individuals for fulltime seasonal employment for the upcoming ski season beginning November 16th. Applications are being accepted for the following areas: Snowmaking Reservations Nursery Office Security Ski Shop Equipment Rentals Restaurant Ice Skating Lift Operations Gift Shop Terrain Park Ticket Cashiers Apply in person at the Main Office on the lower level of the lodge 9am-4pm, Monday-Friday for tke wAn^ cArMs, sent up for we. KvA prA^ers ^ou ( I look for^A|4 to tki wessA^es insUe eAck one. 'XkAnk^ou for tke Dr. Pepper Bottling Company has an immediate opening for a route delivery person in the West Jefferson area. uisits since I cAwe -to ftMkes SeniorflKlU^e ^our cArMs speciAl Triangle Vending Company has an immediate opening for a vending route delivery person. A prA^ers lifted we up. ai In A I look for^AVM to bein^ bAck in wy A.ske County kowe ArouiA w^ friend. 'BleAse continue to prA^ for we becAuse onl^ tkrou^k prA^er-s An^ fAitk £An I §tt better Ani 0oell. JvIAJ4 (joA ''Ble&s eAck one of ^ou Please apply at the Dr. Pepper Distribution Center office, located on Hwy. 163, West Jefferson, between the hours of 8:00 am - 4:00 pm daily. in A SpeciAl ^Aj}. JJO\)l , OeAA Jpen^er �J EFFERSON P OST T UESDAY , S EPTEMBER 18, 2007 PAGE 9 Classifieds 1195-Legals NORTH CAROLINA, ASHE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale con­ tained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by EMANOIL FARCAS and wife, Margareta Farcas to The law offi­ ces of Daniel A. Fulco, PLLC, Trustee(s), which was dated May 26, 2006 and recorded on May 30, 2006 in Book 00347 at Page 2205, Ashe County Registry, North Caroli­ na. 1195-Legals 1195-Legals holder of the note evi­ dencing said indebted­ ness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the un­ dersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse 07 SP 111 NOTICE QE EQRECLOSURE SALE Hall, Jr. and wife, Lori thence S. 15-29-05E. Wolfe Hall property as 104.83 feet to a 1/2described in Deed inch rebar found; 3) Book 306, Page 30, thence S.79-59-21W, bounded by the lands passing over a 1/2-inch of, formerly of, or in rebar found at 104.36 possession of the fol­ feet, for a total distance lowing: on the north by of 134.22 feet to a 1/2N.C.S.H. #1103, on the inch rebar set in the east and south by new western line of the Hall lines through the H. property; thence with Hall property, on the said line N. 10-00-39W., west by J. Welch (251- passing over a 1/2-inch 1374) and R. Wallace rebar found at 221.25 (306-194); Being more feet, for a total distance particularly described of 240.50 feet to the BEGINNING; contain­ as: ing 0.618 acres as cal­ BEGINNING on a point culated by coordinate in the centerline of geometry, from field N.C.S.R. #1103, at the data gathered by The northwestern corner of Thomas Herman Com­ the Harold Hall proper­ pany, PLLC, P.O. Box ty; thence with the cen­ 519, Jefferson, NC (336) terline of N.C.S.R 28640-0519, #1103 two courses: 1) 846-3352, PL.S. Lthence S.89-08-07E. 2633, dated July 26, 67.19 feet to a point; 2) 2004. Job #951005. thence S.87-05-00E. 23.58 feet to a point; There is ALSO CON­ thence with a new line VEYED herewith the three courses: 1) same easement for thence S.26-37-14E., septic drain lines as passing over a 1/2-inch described in easement rebar set at 26.30 feet, from Lori Wolfe Hall for a total distance of and husband Harold E. 123.34 feet to a 1/2- Hall to Arctic Wolf inch rebar found; 2) Properties, LLC (Grant- ee incorrectly identifjed as "Artie Wolfe Proper­ courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and custom­ ary location at the coynty courthouse for conducting the sale on September 19, 2007 at 1:00PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situ­ ated in Ashe County, North Carolina, to wit: Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby se­ cured by the said Deed of Trust and the under­ signed, Brock & Scott, PLLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina, and the 1929 Liberty Church Road Grove Being a portion of the Arctic Wolf Properties, LLC property as descri­ bed in Deed Book 291 Page 806 (Grantor in this deed and Grantee in previous deed incor­ rectly identified as "Ar­ tie Wolf Properties, LLC"); also being a portion of the Harold E. ties, LLC") by deed re­ corded in .Book 316, Page 1996-1997, Ashe County Registry. Save and except any releases, deeds of re­ lease or prior convey­ ances of record. Said property is com­ monly known as 1929 Liberty Grove Church Road, Fleetwood, NC 28626. A cash deposit (no per­ sonal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Sev­ en Hundred Fifty Dol­ lars ($750.00), which­ ever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statu­ tory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immedi­ ately due and owing. Said property to be of­ fered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance Northwest Lawn Care, Inc. CLEARING & GRADING • Foundations • Drainage/Erosion Control •Land Clearing Road Construction Water Gardens & Landscaping Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and part time residents of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. "Since 1989" Thomas Reed - Owner 336-246-3434 Wesley Calhoun ^445 Wade Vannoy Dr. • West Jefferson, NC/ 977-9040 • 846-4688 • 977-4882 1195-Legals and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trust­ ee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, if they believe the chal­ lenge to have merit, may request the court to declare the sale to be void and return the deposit. The purchas­ er will have no further remedy. 07 SP 112 NOTICE QF -EQRE: If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any rea­ son, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the re­ turn of the deposit. Reasons of such inabil­ ity to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankrupt­ cy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale Wilmington, NC 28403 a* LAWK SERVICES cs3 LAWN CARE CALHOUN 1195-Legals "AS IS WHERE IS." There are no represen­ tations of warranty re­ lating to the title or any physical, environmen­ tal, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all pri­ or liens, unpaid taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encum­ brances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the under­ signed, the current owner(s) of the proper­ ty is/are Emanoil Farcas and Wife, Margareta Farcas. C\ H & J Lawn Services TPW™ Lot Maintenance > Minor Landscaping Serving Ashe & Alleghany Counties FREE ESTIMATES 9464 Hwy 16 N • Grassy Creek, NC 28631 336*982-4651 V 336-385-8563 Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Jeremy B. Wilkins, NCSB No. 32346 5431 Oleander Suite 200 PHONE: 4988 Drive (910) 392- NORTH CAROLINA, ASHE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale con­ tained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Emanoil Farcas and wife, Margareta Farcas to The Law Offices of Daniel A. Fulco, PLLC, Trustee(s), which was dated May 26, 2006 and recorded on May 30, 2006 in Book 00347 at Page 2247, Ashe County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby se­ cured by the said Deed of Trust and the under­ signed, Brock & Scott, PLLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina, and the holder of the note evi- ROOP'S ROOFING All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs FREE ESTIMATES! Owner: Charles Roop •^•Mountain View TV Center IVLENIER courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and custom­ ary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on September 19, 2007 at 1:00PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situ­ ated in Ashe County, North Carolina, to wit: 178 Wolf Ridge Lane Being a portion of the Lori Wolfe property as described in Deed Book 256 Page 1438; Being more particularly described as: BEGINNING on a 1/2inch rebar set, said re­ bar being the north­ eastern corner of a 0.250 acre tract and the northwestern cor- » ROOf IKG Appalachian Roofing Co. 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Herb Mckittrick Cell: 336-977-1455 336-384-9192 Contracting Co. tfoone TV'S & HOME THEATRES IKV GRAPHIC DFSIG1V Meeting all your Graphic Design needs. No job too big or too small! 336-982-5145 fireflycano9@yahoo.com ^Hlomesites •Spring Work • Lot Clearing • Ponds 'Basement/Footers • Ditching • Driveways • Gravel, Mulch, Dirt Michael Pennington 336-385-2346 Mobile: 336-977-1312 �PAGE 10 TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals ner of the herein de­ scribed tract; thence with a new line, S. 7618-26E. passing over a 1/2-inch rebar set at 153.48 feet, lor a total distance of 168.48 feet to a point in the centerline of the road; thence with the centerline of said road, four courses, 1) thence S. 54-0021W. 72.08 feet to a point in the centerline of intersection of the drive, said point being N.03-50-37W. 29.40 feet from a 1/2-inch rebar found, said rebar being the southeastern corner of the Lori Wolfe property as described in Deed Book 256 Page 1438, 2) thence S. 87-18-00W. 33.47 feet to a point, 3) thence S. 83-39-40 W. 73.96 feet to a point, 4) thence S. 87-21-36W. 31.09 feet to a point; thence leaving said road, N. 19-15-13E„ passing over a 1/2-inch rebar set at 15.00 feet, and passing over a point in the centerline of a proposed 12 foot right-or way at 48.70 feet, for a total distance of 98.95 feet to the BE­ GINNING; conaining 0.250 acres as calcu­ lated by coordinate ge­ ometry, from field data gathered by The Tho­ mas Herman Compa­ ny, P.O. Box 519, Jef­ ferson, NC 286400519, (336) 246-3352, P.L.S. L-2633, dated Sept. 27, 2001. Job #95100501. acre tract, said point being S. 19-15-13W. 50.26 feet from a 1/2inch rebar set, the northwestern corner of said above described 0.250 acre tract; the above described line to be the centerline of a proposed 12 foot rightof-way, said right-ofway being 12 feet ei­ ther side of and parallel to said above descri­ bed line. Hall recorded in Book 316, Pagesl992-1993, Ashe County Registry. special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encum­ brances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the under­ signed, the current owner(s) of the proper­ ty is/are Emanoil Farcas and wife, Margareta Farcas. Jeremy B. Wilkins, NCSB No. 32346 There is also conveyed herewith a proposed 12 foot right-of-way more particularly described as: BEGINNING on a point in the centerline inter­ section of N.C.S.R. 1103, the northern line of the Lori Wolfe prop­ erty as described in Deed Book 256 Page 1438, and a proposed 12 foot right-of-way, thence with the centerline of said proposed right-of-way with the centerline of the exist­ ing road, five courses, 1) thence S. 46-3452W. 40.19 feet to a point, 2) thence S. 5541-17W. 98.45 feet to a point, 3) thence S. 5400-21W. 41.82 feet to a point, said point being the northeaster corner of the above described 0.250 acre tract, said point being S. 76-1826E. 15.00 feet from a 1/2-inch rebar set, 4) thence S. 54-00-21W. 72.08 feet to a point, 5) thence N. 74-04-19W. 126.81 feet to a point in the western line of said above described 0.250 Mountain Aire Said above described property being shown as Tract 4 on an unre­ corded plat of the Lori Wolfe property. The above described property is SUBJECT to the water easement as described in deed from Grey Wolf Proper­ ties, LLC to Red Wolf Properties, LLC and Arctic Wolf Properties, LLC (Grantee incor­ rectly identified as "Ar­ tie Wolf Properties, LLC"), recorded in Book 316, Pages 19941995, Ashe County Registry. This conveyance is SUBJECT to the right of way described in deed from Grey Wolf Properties, LLC and Red Wolf Properties, LLC to Harold E. Hall, Jr. and wife, Lori Wolfe Save and except any releases, deeds of re­ lease or prior convey­ ances of record. Said property is com­ monly known as 178 Wolf Ridge Lane, Fleetwood, NC 28626. A cash deposit (no per­ If the trustee is unable sonal checks) of five to convey title to this percent (5%) of the property for any rea­ purchase price, or Sev­ son, the sole remedy of en Hundred Fifty Dol­ the purchaser is the re­ lars ($750.0Q), which­ turn of the deposit. ever is greater, will be Reasons of such inabil­ required at the time of ity to convey include, the sale. Following the but are not limited to, expiration of the statu­ the filing of a bankrupt­ tory upset bid period, cy petition prior to the all the remaining confirmation of the sale amounts are immedi­ and reinstatement of ately due and owing. the loan without the knowledge of the trust­ Said property to be of­ ee. If the validity of the fered pursuant to this sale is challenged by Notice of Sale is being any party, the trustee, offered for sale, trans­ in their sole discretion, fer and conveyance if they believe the chal­ "AS IS WHERE IS." lenge to have merit, There are no represen­ may request the court tations of warranty re­ to declare the sale to lating to the title or any be void and return the physical, environmen­ deposit. The purchas­ tal, health or safety er will have no further conditions existing in, remedy. on, at, or relating to the property being offered Substitute Trustee for sale. This sale is made subject to all pri­ Brock & Scott, PLLC or liens, unpaid taxes, 5431 Oleander Suite 200 1195-Legals Drive Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: 4988 (910) 392- FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 06-13054 07 SP 113 NORTH CAROLINA, ASHE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale con­ tained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by EMANOIL FARCAS & MARGARETA FAR­ CAS, Tenants by the Entirety, to PBRE, INC., Trustee(s), which was dated February 1, 2006 and recorded on February 2, 2006 in Book 00342 at Page 0287, Ashe County Registry, North Caroli­ na. Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby se­ cured by the said Deed of Trust and the under­ signed, Brock & Scott, PLLC, having been substituted as Trustee 1195-Legals in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina, and the holder of the note evi­ dencing said indebted­ ness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the un­ dersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the 21.04 feet, Tor a total described as follows: distance of 37.25 feet BEGINNING on a point to a point; 14) thence in the centerline inter­ S.60-05-37E. 7.81 feet section of said NCSR to a point; thence leav­ ft 1103 and the northern ing said road with a line of the Samuel B. new line, S.53-00-05W. Church and wife, Shir­ passing over a -inch ley A. Church property rebar set at 33.39 feet, as described in the for a total distance of second tract in Deed 276.64 feet to a -inch Book 209, Page 2151, rebar set in southern Ashe County Registry, line of said Church thence with said north­ property, said rebar be­ N.88-22-15W. ern line with the center- ing line of said NCSR 24.45 feet from a found; ft 1103, fourteen cours­ inch conduit es: 1) thence S.89-08- thence with the south­ 07E. 67.19 feet to a ern line of said Church point; 2) thence S.87- property, N.88-22-15E., 05-00 E. 75.85 feet to a passing over a -inch point; 3) thence S.81- rebar set at 251.39 32-32E. 47.14 feet to a feet, for a total distance point; 4) thence S.75- of 540.34 feet to an 45-58E. 44.72 feet to a oak, said oak being point; 5) thence S.70- N.01-05-45E. 1.08 feet 17-1 IE. 51.15 feet to a from a -inch rebar point; 6) thence S.64- found as a reference 55-21E. 46.54 feet to a point; thence with a line, N. 10-00point; 7) thence S.61- new 01-24E. 62.86 feet to a 39W., passing over a point; 8) thence S.58- -inch rebar found at 34-12E. 69.64 feet to a 551.33 feet for a total point; 9) thence S.57- distance of 570.58 feet 09-55E. 65.30 feet to a to the BEGINNING; point; 10) thence S.56- containing 7.252 acres 10-12E. 122.00 feet to as calculated by coor­ a point; 11) thence dinate geometry, from S.55.51-02E. 144.14 field data gathered by feet to a point; 12) the Thomas Herman thence S.55-26-28E. Company, P0 Box 519, 132.84 feet to a point; Jefferson, N.C.2864013) thence S.56-11- 0519, (336) 246-3352, 06E., passing over a P.L.S. L-2633, dated point in the centerline Oct. 31, 2000. Job intersection of a road at ff95100501. courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and custom­ ary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on September 19, 2007 at 1:00PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situ­ ated in Ashe County, North Carolina, to wit: Being those 4 tracts described herein, situ­ ated in Pine Swamp Township, Ashe Coun­ ty, and more particular­ ly described as follows: Tract 1: BEING a por­ tion of the Samuel B. Church and wife, Shir­ ley A. Church property as described in the second tract in Deed Book 209, Page 2151, Ashe County Registry, and more particularly 1195-Legals Enter the Mt. 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Church property as described in Deed Book 172, Page 282, Ashe County Registry, and more particularly described as follows: 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals right-of-way at 50.26 feet, and passing over a -inch rebar set at 83.95 feet, for a total distance of 98.95 feet to a point in the centerline of the road; 4) thence N.72-56-58W., passing over a -inch rebar set at 15.00 feet, for a total distance of 108.23 feet to the BE­ GINNING; containing 0.250 acres as calcu­ lated by coordinate ge­ ometry, from field data gathered by the Tho­ mas Herman Compa­ ny, PO Box 519, Jeffer­ son. NC 28640-0519, (336) 246-3352, P.L.S, L-2633, dated Sept. 27, 2001. Job# 95100501. same lands described in and conveyed by that certain deed from Grey Wolf in and conveyed by to convey title to this that certain deed from property for any rea­ son, the sole remedy of Samuel B. the purchaser is the re­ Church and wife, Shir­ turn of the deposit. ley A. Church to Arctic Reasons of such inabil­ Wolf Properties, LLC ity to convey include, (Grantee incorrectly but are not limited to, the filing of a bankrupt­ identified as cy petition prior to the "Artie Wolf Properties, confirmation of the sale LLC"), dated 13 June and reinstatement of 2002 and of record in the loan without the Deed Book 277, Page knowledge of the trust­ 1613, Ashe County ee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by Registry. any party, the trustee, Tract 4: BEING a por­ in their sole discretion, tion of the SamOel B. if they believe the chal­ Church and wife, Shir­ lenge to have merit,ley A. Church property may request the court as described in Deed to declare the sale to Book 172, Page 282, be void and return the Ashe County Registry, deposit. The purchas­ and more particularly er will have no further remedy. described as follows: BljGINNING on an oak in the northern line of the Samuel B. Church and wife, Shirley A. Church property as de­ scribed in Deed Book 172, Page 282, Ashe County Registry, said oak being N.01-0545E. 1.08 feet from a -inch rebar found as a reference point; thence with the north­ ern line of said Church The above-described property, S.88-22-15E. property being shown 288.95 feet to a -inch as Tract 3 on an unre­ rebar set, said rebar corded plat of the Lori being N.88-22-15W. Wolfe property. 275.84 feet from a inch conduit found; And also being the thence with a new line, same lands described three courses: 1) in and conveyed by thence S. 15-07-437J. that certain deed from 50.78 feet to a -inch Red Wolf rebar set; 2) thence N.89-11-08W. 142.02 Properties, LLC to feet to a -inch rebar Christopher R. Teti, set; 3) thence N. 77-42- dated 3 August 2004 41W. 182.51 feet to a and of record in Deed -inch rebar set in the Book 316, Page northern line of said Church property; 2026, Ashe County thence with the north­ Registry. ern line of said Church property, N.69-54-23E. Tract Two Excepted: 47.66 feet to the BE­ Being a portion of the GINNING; containing Lori Wolfe property as 0.304 acres as calcu­ described in Deed lated by coordinate ge­ Book 256, Page 1438, ometry, from field data Ashe County Registry. gathered by The Tho­ Being more particularly mas Herman Compa­ described as: ny, PO Box 519, Jeffer­ son, N.C. 28640-0519, BEGINNING on a (336) 246-3352, P.L.S. inch set, said rebar be­ L-2633, dated Oct. 31, ing the northeastern 2000. Job ft95100501. corner of a 0.250 acre tract and the north­ The Grantors herein western corner of the RESERVE a right of herein described tract; way over and across thence with a new line, an existing farm road S.76-18-26E. passing leading from over a -inch rebar set at 153.48 feet, for a to­ NCSR #1103 across tal distance of 168.48 the above-described feet to a point in the property to other lands centerline of the road; of the Grantors as de­ thence with the centerscribed in Deed Book line of said road, four 209, Page 2151, Ashe courses: 1) thence County Registry. This S.54-00-21W. 72.08 right of way shall termi­ feet to a point in the nate when the Grantors centerline intersection sell the adjoining prop­ of the drive, said point erty in Deed Book 209, being N.03-50-37W. page 2151. 29.40 feet from a inch rebar found, said THERE IS EXCEPTED rebar being the south­ FROM THE ABOVE- eastern corner of the DESCRIBED PROP­ Lori Wolfe property as ERTY THOSE CER­ described in Deed TAIN THREE TRACTS Book 256, Page 1438; MORE PARTICULAR­ 2) thence S.87-18LY DESCRIBED AS 00W. 33.47 feet to a FOLLOWS: point; 3) thence S.8339-40W. 73.96 feet to a Tract One Excepted: point; 4) thence S.87Being a portion of the 21-36W. 31.09 feet to a Lori Wolfe property as point; thence leaving described in Deed said road, N. 19-15Book 256, Page 1438, 13E., passing over a Ashe County Registry. -inch rebar set at Being more particularly 15.00 feet, and passing described as: over a point in the cen­ terline of a proposed BEGINNING on a - 12-foot right-of-way at inch rebar set, said re­ 48.70 feet, for a total bar being N.10-23-28E. distance of 98.95 feet 43.46 feet from a - to the BEGINNING; inch rebar found in the containing 0.250 acres southern line of the Lori as calculated by coor­ Wolfe property as de­ dinate geometry, from scribed in Deed Book field data gathered by 256, Page 1438, said the Thomas Herman rebar found being Company, PO Box 519, N.88-22-15W. 251.39 Jefferson, NC 28640feet from a -inch re­ 0519, (336) 246-3352, bar found, the south­ P.L.S. L-2633, dated eastern corner of said Sept. 27,2001. Job Wolfe property; thence #95100501. with a new line, four courses: 1) thence N. There is also conveyed 17-03-02E. 98.88 feet herewith a proposed to a -inch rebar set; 12-foot right-of-way 2) thence S.72-56-58E. more particularly de­ 112.03 feet to a 1/2- scribed as: inch rebar set; 3) thence S.19-15-13W., BEGINNING on a point passing over a point in in the centerline inter­ the centerline of a pro­ section of NCSR posed 12-foot right-of- #1103, the northern way at 50.26 feet, and line of the Lori Wolfe passing over a -inch property as described rebar set at 83.95 feet, in Deed Book 256, for a total distance of Page 1438, and a pro­ 98.95 feet to a point in posed 12-foot right-ofthe centerline of the way; thence with the road; 4) thence N.72- centerline of said pro­ 56-58W., passing over posed right-of-way with a -inch rebar set at the centerline of the ex­ 15.00 feet, for a total isting road, five cours­ distance of 108.23 feet es: 1) thence S.46-34to the BEGINNING; 52W. 40.19 feet to a containing 0.250 acres point; 2) thence S.55as calculated by coor­ 41-17W. 98.45 feet to a dinate geometry, from point; 3) thence S.54field data gathered by 00-21W. 41.82 feet to a the Thomas Herman point, said point being Company, PO Box 519, the northeastern corner Jefferson, NC 28640, of the above-described (336)246- 3352, P.L.S. 0.250 acre tract, said L-2633,dated Sept. point being S.76-1827,2001. Job 26E. 15.00 feet from a #95100501. -inch rebar set; 4) thence S.54-00-21W. There is also conveyed 72.08 feet to a point; 5) herein a proposed 12- thence N.74-04-19W. foot right-of-way more 126.81 feet to a point in particularly described the western line of said as: above-described 0.250 acre tract, said point BEGINNING on a point being S.19-15-13W. in the centerline inter­ 50.26 feet from a section of NCSR inch rebar. set, the #1103, the northern northwestern corner of line of the Lori Wolfe said above-described property as described 0.250 acre tract; the in Deed Book 256, above described line to Page 1438, and a pro­ be the centerline of a posed 12-foot right-of- proposed 12-foot rightway, thence with the of-way, said right-ofcenterline of said pro­ way being six feet ei­ posed right-of-way with ther side of and parallel the centerline of the ex­ to said above-descri­ isting road, five cours­ bed line. es: 1) thence S.46-3452W. 40.19 feet to a Said above-described point; 2) thence S.55- property being shown 41-17W. 98.45 feet to a as Tract 4 on an unre­ point; 3) thence S.19- corded plat of the Lori 15-13W. passing over Wolfe property. a point in the centerline of a proposed 12-foot And also being the Properties, LLC to Christopher R. Teti, dated 3 August 2004 and of record in Deed Book 316, Page 2054, Ashe Registry. County Tract Three Excepted: Being a portion of the Arctic Wolf Properties, LLC property as descri­ bed in Deed Book 269, Page 2492 (Grantee in­ correctly identified as "Artie Wolf Properties, LLC"), bounded by the lands of, formerly of, or in possession of the following: on the north, east, south and west by new lines through the Arctic Wolf Proper­ ties, LLC, and being more particularly de­ scribed as: BEGINNING on a inch rebar set, said re­ bar being S.22-22-59E. 139.38 feet from a point in the centerline of NCSR #1103, said point being the north­ western corner of said Arctic Wolf Properties, LLC (Grantee incor­ rectly identified as "Ar­ tie Wolf Properties, LLC"); thence with a new line four courses: 1) thence N.79-5921E., passing over a -inch rebar at 94.36 feet, for a total distance of 104.36 feet to a point in the centerline of the creek; 2) thence S.10-00-39E. 104.35 feet to a -inch rebar set; 3) thence S.79-5921W. 104.36 feet to a -inch rebar set; 4) thence N.10-00-39W. 104.35 feet to the BE-1 GINNING; containing' 0.250 acres as calcu­ lated by coordinate ge­ ometry, from field data gathered by the Tho­ mas Herman Compa­ ny, PLLC, PO Box 519, Jefferson, NC 286400519, (336) 846-3352, P.L.S. L-2633, dated August 8,2003. Job #95100501. 1195-Legals 1195-Legals BEGINNING on a inch rebar found at the northeastern corner of a 0.304 acre tract; thence with a new line three courses: 1) thence S.44-50-03E. 64.06 feet to a -inch rebar set; 2) thence S.33-41-14 W. 109.79 feet to a -inch rebar set; 3) thence N.65-4808 W. 36.23 feet to a -inch rebar found at the southeast corner of a 0.361 acre tract; thence with the eastern line of the 0.361 acre and 0.304 acre tracts two courses: 1) thence N.25-58-48E. 81.10 feet to a -inch rebar found; 2) thence N. 1507-43 E. 50.78 feet to the BEGINNING; con­ taining 0.125 acres as calculated by coordi­ nate geometry, from field data gathered by The Thomas Herman Company, P.O. Box 519, Jefferson, N.C. 28640-0519, (336) 246-3352, P.L.S. L2633, dated Oct. 31, 2000, revised August 13, 2002. Job # 95100501. And also being the same lands described in and conveyed by that certain deed from Samuel B. Church and wife, Shirley A. Church to Arctic Wolf Proper­ ties, LLC (Grantee in­ There is ALSO EX­ correctly identified as CEPTED herewith a "Artie Wolf Properties, 14-foot driveway ease­ LLC"), dated 23 August ment described as: 2002 and of record in Deed Book 280, Page Ashe County BEGINNING on a point 1299, in the centerline of Registry. NCSR #1103, said point being S.89-03- Save and except any 21E. 69.89 feet from releases, deeds of re­ the northwestern cor­ lease or prior convey­ ner of the Arctic Wolf ances of record. Properties, LLC (Grant­ ee incorrectly identified Said property is com­ as "Artie Wolf Proper­ monly known as 200 ties, LLC"); thence with Wolf Ridge Lane, the centerline of the Fleetwood, NC 28626. said proposed ease­ ment four courses: 1) A cash deposit (no per­ thence S.16-38-13W. sonal checks) of five 52.68 feet to a point; 2) percent (5%) of the thence S. 10-02-07W. purchase price, or Sev­ 26.63 feet to a point; 3) en Hundred Fifty Dol­ thence S.08-32-36E. lars ($750.00), which­ 27.14 feet to a point; 4) ever is greater, will be thence S.28-25-54E. required at the time of 24.91 feet to a point in the sale. Following the the northern line of the expiration of the statu­ above-described 0.250 tory upset bid period, acre tract, said point all the remaining being N.79-59-21E. amounts are immedi­ 13.17 feet from the ately due and owing. northwestern corner of the above-described Said property to be of­ 0.250 acre tract; said fered pursuant to this line being the center- Notice of Sale is being line of a 14-foot drive­ offered for sale, trans­ way easement, said fer and conveyance easement to be 7.000 "AS IS WHERE IS." feet either side of the There are no represen­ above-described line. tations of warranty re­ lating to the title or any Tract 3: BEING a por­ physical, environmen­ tion of the Samuel B. tal, health or safety Church and wife, Shir­ conditions existing in, ley A. Church property on, at, or relating to the as described in Deed property being offered Book 172, Page 282, for sale. This sale is Ashe County Registry, made subject to all pri­ and more particularly or liens, unpaid taxes, described as follows: special assessments, easements, rights of BEGINNING on a - way, deeds of release, inch rebar found in the and any other encum­ northern line of said brances or exceptions Church property, said of record. To the best rebar being the south­ of the knowledge and western corner of the belief of the under­ Wolfe property as de­ signed, the current scribed in Deed Book owner(s) of the proper­ 269, Page 2492, Ashe ty is/are Emanoil FarCounty Registry; cas and wife, Margarethence with the south­ ta Farcas. ern line of said Wolfe property two courses: If the trustee is unable 1) thence S.77-42-41E. 182.51 feet to a -inch rebar found; 2) thence S.89-11-08E. 142.02 feet to a -inch rebar found; thence with a new line three courses: 1) thence S.25-5848W. 81.10 feet to a 1/2-inch rebar set; 2) thence N.69-59-17W. 119.63 feet to a -inch rebar set; 3) thence N.80-03-07 W. 254.93 feet to a -inch rebar set in said northern line; thence with said northern line N.69-5423E. 83.79 feet to the BEGINNING; contain­ ing 0.361 acres as cal­ culated by coordinate geometry, from field data gathered by The Thomas Herman Com­ pany, P.O. Box 519, Jefferson, NC 286400519, (336) 246-3352, P.L.S. L-2633, dated Oct. 31, 2000, last re­ vised June 5, 2002. Job #95100501. Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Jeremy B. Wilkins, NCSB No. 32346 5431 Oleander Suite 200 Drive Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: 4988 (910) 392- FAX: (910) 392-8587 File No.: 06-13090 NOTICE OFFORECLOSURE SALE Under and by virtue of the power of sale con­ tained in a certain Deed of Trust made by James Calvin Jones by Marcy B. Little as Attor­ ney-in-Fact (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): James Calvin Andrew Jones) to Grady Lonon, Trustee(s), dated the 24th day of April, 2006, and recorded in Book 346, Page 14Z5, Ashe County Registry, North Carolina, default hav­ ing been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Sub­ stitute Trustee Serv­ ices, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evi­ dencing said indebted­ ness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the un­ dersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the Courthouse Door in the City of Jef­ ferson, Ashe County, North Carolina at 12:00 pm on September 26, 2007 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real es­ tate situated in the County of Ashe, North Carolina, and being more particularly de­ scribed as follows: Beginning on a locust on east side of Buffalo Creek in the Ambrose Woods line, running with said line, N. 6-31 W. 50 feet with said creek to stake; then N. 45 E. 24.4 feet to a stake on south side of bridge and old High­ ways Nos. 88 and 194; thence with south side of said highways, S. 40-10 E. 170 feet to an iron stake; thence leav­ ing said highways and running, with a division line of the Ambrose Woods property, S. 5701 W. 86.6 feet to a stake on east bank of said creek; thence with said creek, N. 23-56 W. 122 feet to the begin­ ning, containing 0.3 acre, more or less. To­ gether with improve­ ments located thereon; said property being lo­ cated at 170 Warrensville Drive, Warrensville, North Carolina. And being the identical land described in and conveyed by that cer­ tain deed from Iva Lea H. Seagraves to Steve Davis and wife Ann S. Davis, dated 6th of January 1993, and of 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals record in Book 189, at Pages 2316-2317, Ashe County Registry. ens, Senter & Britton, P.A. Attorneys for Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. 08" East a distance of 15.90 feet from a 1/2" rebar set in the fence; thence with a division line of Lot 18 South 11 degrees 36' 08" East for a distance of 56.95 feet to a 1/2" rebar set; thence South 84 de­ grees 09' 45" West for a distance of 167.75 feet to a 1/2" rebar set in a dirt parking area; thence South 84 deg. 09' 45" West for a dis­ tance of 19.26 feet to a point in the center of a 60' Right of way; thence with the center of said 60' Right of Way North 10 deg. 04' 00" West for a distance of 109.55 feet to a point; thence leaving said 30' Right of Way South 80 degrees 19' 00" West for a distance of 109.55 feet to a point; thence leaving said 30' Right of Way South 80 degrees 19' 00" East for a distance of 20.87 feet to the point of BEGINNING. Together with improve­ ments located thereon; said property being lo­ cated at 1086 Will Vannoy Road, West Jeffer­ son, North Carolina. Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agree­ ment, or both, being foreclosed, nor the offi­ cers, directors, attor­ neys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the hold­ er of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions ex­ isting in, on, at or relat­ ing to the property be­ ing offered for sale, and any and all respon­ sibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition ex­ pressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assess­ ments, and prior liens or encumbrances of re­ cord and any recorded releases. A cash deposit or cash­ ier's check (no person­ al checks) of five per­ cent (5%) of the pur­ chase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. THIS IS A COMMUNI­ CATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. THE PURPOSE OF THIS COMMUNICA­ TION IS TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY IN­ FORMATION OB­ TAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE, except as stated below in the instance of bankrupt­ cy protection. There is excepted from the lands above descri­ bed that certain tract containing 0.016 acre and one-half (1/2) undi­ vided interest in and to the well located on the above described lands together with ease­ ments appurtenant thereto fully described in and conveyed by that certain deed from Iva Lea H. Seagraves, widow, to Frank J. Weaver and wife, Erma V. Weaver, dated 31 January 1989, and of record in Book 168, at Pages 80-83, Ashe County Registry. sales-corn Case No: 141.121528 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Under and by virtue of the power of sale con­ tained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Tim Harless and Nancy H. Harless, husband and wife to First Ameri­ Insurance Trustee may, in the can Title Trustee's sole discre­ Company, Trustee(s), tion, delay the sale for dated the 19th day of up to one hour as pro­ November, 2004, and recorded in Book 324. vided in Page 83Q. Ashe Coun­ ty Registry, North Car­ NCGS §45-21.23. olina, default having Should the property be been made in the pay­ purchased by a third ment of the note there­ party, that person must by secured by the said pay the tax of Forty- Deed of Trust and the Substi­ Five Cents ($0.45) per undersigned, One Hundred Dollars tute Trustee Services, ($100.00) required by Inc. having been sub­ stituted as Trustee in NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be of­ said Deed of Trust by fered pursuant to this an instrument duly re­ notice of sale is being corded in the Office of offered for sale, trans­ the Register of Deeds fer and conveyance of Ashe County, North "AS IS, WHERE IS." Carolina and the holder Neither the Trustee nor of the note evidencing the holder of the note said indebtedness hav­ secured by the deed of ing directed that the trust/security agree­ Deed of Trust be fore­ the under­ ment, or both, being closed, Substitute foreclosed, nor the offi­ signed cers, directors, attor­ Trustee will offer for neys, employees, sale at the Courthouse agents or authorized Door in the City of Jef­ representative of either ferson, Ashe County, the Trustee or the hold­ North Carolina at 12:00 er of the note make pm on September 26, any representation or 2007 and will sell to the warranty relating to the highest bidder for cash title or any physical, the following real es­ in the environmental, health tate situated or safety conditions ex­ County of Ashe, North isting in, on, at or relat­ Carolina, and being ing to the property be­ more particularly de­ ing offered for sale, scribed as follows: and any and all respon­ All that certain piece, sibilities or liabilities parcel of lot of land, improvements arising out of or in any with lying way relating to any thereon;situate, such condition ex­ and being in the City of pressly are disclaimed. West Jefferson, County Also, this property is of Ashe, State of North being sold subject to all Carolina, the same be­ taxes, special assess­ ing shown and desig­ ments, and prior liens nated as follows: or encumbrances of re­ cord and any recorded A certain tract of land containing 0.354 acres releases. A cash deposit or cash­ according to a survey ier's check (no person­ by Randy G. Rhodes al checks) of five per­ and Assoc., PA, RLS cent (5%) of the pur­ #3094, located in Pine chase price, or seven Swamp Township, and hundred fifty dollars being more particularly ($750.00), whichever is described by the fol­ metes and greater, will be required lowing bounds: at the time of the sale. SURVEYED in Sep­ tember, 1998, using the Northern line of Lot 18 of the Andrew Sharpe Estate as a bearing reference. For source of title, see that certain Deed conveyed to Donald R. Mash & Patsy E. Mash, record­ ed in Deed Book 160, at Page 834, Ashe County Register of Deeds Office area by Coordinate Computa­ tion. IF YOU ARE UNDER THE PROTECTION This is the same prop­ OF THE BANKRUPT­ erty conveyed to Tim CY COURT OR HAVE Harless and wife, Nan­ BEEN DISCHARGED cy H. Harless by deed AS A RESULT OF A of Donald R. Mash and BANKRUPTCY PRO­ wife, Patsy E. Mash by CEEDING, THIS NO­ that deed, dated Sep­ TICE IS GIVEN TO tember 23, 1998 and YOU PURSUANT TO recorded October 1, STATUTORY RE­ 1998 in the Office of QUIREMENT AND the Register of Deeds FOR INFORMATION­ for Ashe County in AL PURPOSES AND Book 233, Page 2169. IS NOT INTENDED AS ATTEMPT TO Thereafter, this is the AN same property con­ COLLECT A DEBT veyed to Tim Harless OR AS AN ACT TO and wife, Nancy H. COLLECT, ASSESS, Harless by deed of OR RECOVER ALL Timothy Harless, dated OR ANY PORTION OF October 11, 2002 and THE DEBT FROM recorded October 18, YOU PERSONALLY. This 5th day of September, 2007. SUBSTITUTE TRUST­ EE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE Trustee may, in the TRUSTEE Trustee's sole discre­ tion, delay the sale for BY: up to one hour as pro­ vided in Attorney at Law THIS IS A COMMUNI­ NCGS §45-21.23. The Law Firm of HutchBEGINNING on an ex­ CATION FROM A ens, Senter & Britton, DEBT COLLECTOR. isting iron pin, said iron Should the property be P.A. being in the Northern THE PURPOSE OF purchased by a third Attorneys for Substitute THIS COMMUNICA­ line of Lot 18 and the party, that person must Trustee Services, Inc. TION IS TO COLLECT southern line of Lot 19 pay the tax of FortyA DEBT AND ANY IN­ of the Andrew Sharpe Five Cents ($0.45) per P.O. Box 1028 FORMATION OB­ Estate; thence with the One Hundred Dollars 4317 Ramsey Street TAINED WILL BE Northern line of Lot 18 ($100.00) required by Fayetteville, North Car­ USED FOR THAT South 80 deg. 19 min. NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). olina 28311 PURPOSE, except as 00 sec. East for a dis­ The property to be of­ tance of 175.67 feet to fered pursuant to this stated below in the instance of bankrupt­ a point in the Northern notice of sale is being line of Lot 18, said offered for sale, trans­ cy protection. Case No: 735.121272 being located fer and conveyance IF YOU ARE UNDER point THE PROTECTION South 11 degrees 36' "AS IS, WHERE IS." OF THE BANKRUPT­ CY COURT OR HAVE BEEN DISCHARGED AS A RESULT OF A BANKRUPTCY PRO­ CEEDING, THIS NO­ TICE IS GIVEN TO YOU PURSUANT TO STATUTORY RE­ QUIREMENT AND FOR INFORMATION­ AL PURPOSES AND IS NOT INTENDED AS ATTEMPT TO AN COLLECT A DEBT OR AS AN ACT TO COLLECT, ASSESS, OR RECOVER ALL OR ANY PORTION OF THE DEBT FROM YOU PERSONALLY. This 29th day of Au­ gust, 2007. SUBSTITUTE TRUST­ EE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE BY: Attorney at Law The Law Firm of Hutch- WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND And also being the same lands described P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Car­ olina 28311 MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 2002 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Ashe County in Book 283, Page 252. Christian Counseling Ministry Bald'Mountain Church announces that Mrs. Kim Furches is beginning a Christian counseling ministry. Kim recently graduated from Appalachian State University with a Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. She will be offering: • Individual and Family Therapy Specializing in Children and Adolescents • Grief Counseling • Self Esteem Issues • Eating Disorders • Anger Management • Depression • Stress Management • Post Traumatic Stress Disorders • Various Topics with Small Groups Please contact the church for more information at: 877-1550. 1460 Bald Mountain Road West Jefferson, N.C. 28694 �COMMUNITY NEWS ASU plans homecoming BOONE—A blockbuster weekend is expected Oct. 56 when Appalachian State University hosts '007 License to Win: Homecoming 2007. Alumni and friends are invit­ ed to show their Mountaineer spirit in James Bond style throughout the weekend. Activities begin Friday, Oct. 5, with Spirit Under the Stars, a celebration on Duck Pond Field from 6-9 p.m. It will feature a student or­ ganization lip sync contest, pep rally, bonfire, music and fireworks display. The pep rally will feature the March­ ing Mountaineers, cheerlead­ ers, Yosef mascot, and the two-time national champion Mountaineer football team. •The Never Say Never DJ Dance Party follows at Broyhill Inn from 9:30 p.m. to midnight. Admission is free. DJ Sain '84 will get dancers on the floor for a good time. Beer, wine and mixers to be purchased on site; BYO li­ quor. •On Saturday, Oct. 6, the Appalachian Friends Break­ fast from 9-10 a.m. in McKinney Alumni Center offers complimentary food for alum­ ni and friends. An RSVP is requested. •The Homecoming Parade through downtown Boone be­ gins at 10:30 a.m. The parade route starts at the Raley Hall parking lot on Rivers Street, turns up Depot Street, and ends past the Turchin Center for the Visual Arts on King Street. •Cheer on the football team at the Mountaineer Walk, scheduled for 11 a.m. in Tomlinson Park as the team makes their way from Owens Field House to their pre-game meal. Fans will line the sidewalk from the Duncan Hall tunnel through Tomlinson Park in between Newland and Trivette halls. •The License to Grill Tail­ gate starts at 11 a.m. on Duck Pond Field. This colorful tail­ gate party with local food vendors, music and reunion activities is something every­ one is sure to enjoy. Come by alumni headquarters, located in the black and gold tent, to sign up for door prizes and re­ ceive a free give-away. •A Family Fun Zone will be open from 11 a.m to 2 p.m. on Sanford Mall for families •11 he served. Beer, wine and with young children. This alcohol-free area will have air walk games and visits by the Marching Mountaineers, Yosef and cheerleaders. Free parking will be available in the new parking deck next to Belk Library and Information Commons, with Food Services options available for lunch. Beginning at noon, mem­ bers from the Classes of 2002, 1997, 1992, 1987, 1982 and 1977 are encouraged to meet at alumni headquarters for class reunion. Reunion direc­ tories will be on display, and complimentary class year reunion buttons will be avail­ able. •The football match-up be­ tween the Mountaineers and Gardner-Webb University's Runnin' Bulldogs begins at 2:30 p.m. in Kidd Brewer Sta­ dium. Reserved tickets are already sold out. For further ticket information, call 800919-APPS. Visit www.goASU. com for the latest Appala­ chian sports informafr°"'gtep •After the game, tn g Show & DJ Dance beg* , P,n. in Legends. Co»«£». Center for Student _gj ment and Leadership a 262-6252 for details. <e •Dress to the ninfSc?irred classy Shaken not ^ ~ Post-Game Party frI°mRrnvp.m.-12:30 a.m. in the,^I hill Inn's Powers Grand HanThe Entertainers will ngm up the night with their m sic, and heavy hors d'oeuvre is can be purchased on .... RYO liquor. Tickets are 118 in advance and $20 at the door. An RSVP is requested • In addition to these events, various departments, clubs and organizations will sponsor additional alumni gatherings throughout the weekend. For detailed homecoming information, RSVP forms and more, visit www.homecoming. appstate.edu. Blue Ridge Relay draws large field of runners "Great race! Toughest re­ lay we've run and we've done Reach the Beach, Hood to Coast and the Great Mid­ west relay. The course was great and so was the sup­ port!" That's just one of the en­ thusiastic comments from one of the 600 runners on 48 teams who ran in the 2007 Blue Ridge Relay, which was held Friday and Saturday, Sept. 7 and 8. Forty-eight teams and one solo runner participated in this unique event where teams of 4 - 12 runners per team and their enthusiasm, cooperation, and extreme ability to run for 208 miles from Grayson High­ lands State Park, Virginia to Asheville, North Carolina made this event a remark­ able experience for everyone involved. After 208 miles of running, less than 30 seconds separat­ ed the first two teams across the finish line. Norman's Maggots, based in Asheville, NC led the field with a time of 22 hours, 44 minutes, and 12 seconds. The Master's Team winner (40 years and older) and second place fin­ isher overall was Rock Hill Striders, Rock Hill, SC, 25 hours, 37 minutes, and 16 seconds. Norm's Maggots set a new course record and Rock Hill Striders set a new record for the Master's Division. The Blue Ridge Relay course offers some of the well-known scenery of the Virginia and North Carolina Mountains, but highlights the beauty of our less-trav­ including the many com­ munity groups, friends and students from the Health Leisure and Exercise Science Department at Appalachian State University. eled countryside, sounds of our sparkling creeks, the cool­ ness of our moimtain hollows, and some very big views. The course is as challenging as it is beautiful with a total gain in elevation of over 12,000 feet and total loss of almost 15,000 feet. The organizers of the Blue Ridge Relay were excited this year to be one of almost a dozen running relays in the country who were partnered with the Avon Foundation and their Need for Speed Campaign Against Domestic Violence. As a Need for Speed Fundraiser, the Blue Ridge Relay and its runners had the opportunity to raise funds and awareness for children who are victims or witnesses of domestic violence. Over $6700 was raised by teams, sponsors and race organizers for this worthy cause. The runners enjoyed many of our small towns and quaint, mountain communi­ ties. Some of the towns are well established, others are finding a rebirth, and others offer the warmth, charm and hospitality of a lone country store. Thank you for your support, for your hospitality, for encouraging the runners, and for being courteous while driving. The Blue Ridge Relay is grateful for the support re­ ceived from Gum Ridge Mill & Flying Pig Furniture, Grayson Highlands State Park, Virginia, Hometrust Bank of Asheville NC, Mel­ low Mushroom of Asheville, NC, The Avon Foundation Need for Speed Campaign, Dan'l Boone Inn and Res­ taurant, SweeTea, Stickboy Bread Company, Hometown Realty, Power Bar, Omega Tees, Ashe County Parks and Recreation, The Blue Ridge Parkway, Road ID, Ashe County Arts Council and the Appalachian State Univer­ sity Health and Exercise De­ partment.. The Blue Ridge Relay would not have been possible without the gracious support from our local community, who allowed the Relay to use their facilities for exchange zones. These exchange zones were kind enough to provide both location and volunteers: Grayson Highlands State Park, Helton United Meth­ odist Church, Ashe County Park, Bald Mountain Baptist Church, Green Valley Com­ munity Park, Mount Vernon Baptist Church, Newland El­ ementary, Green Valley Fire Department, Pensacola Sales and Service, Barnardsville Elementary and Ox Creek Community Center. The Blue Ridge Relay is also grateful for the gener­ ous support, time, and lack of sleep given by our volunteers who served as Race Officials, Plans are underway for the 2008 Blue Ridge Relay. For additional information about the Blue Ridge Relay visit www.BlueRidgeRelay. com or call 336.877.8888. Teaming up together to hring a(f our fogaf customers and friends a great fun filled Customer Appreciation Day Sunday, September 23rd 2:30 - Until MARK your cmmoRS mul Let us "Thank Yau'ioith a dag just for YOU (Our Customers) usith food/MusicJfun!frizes. Featuring: Rock Bottom Bluegrass our own Andrea Lynn Music Starting at 3:00 p.m. \(itNG ft CHMR ft Mi Jft/N forking foaifahfe ieahefl'e and J8»S S i a e ( l S a M r e) au q Od e n ak t lill @®iiW Humane S®chw 336-M2-4297 These animals are available for adoption. I fulfill' IM Hull \rotiii<l ft 111«111f I•s old 1 4*nt»l<- hiltni. MM- IS USED mid NEEDS fl ijood liOllie Hi. My name is Mickey I am 5 mos old and soooo handsome. My mom is a Terrier/Sheltie mix Belgian Malinois Shep­ 4 yrs. She is very obe- to-date on shots. He loves herd so I will be so smart dient, house trained, everyone, especially kids & obedient . I already and is ready to find a per­ know how to fetch. ACHS walks well on leash manent family. will pay for remainder of puppy vaccinations. and is already spayed. China is a stately Bull sPot ready for Ctiliin luM«n lieHiiV toe «i iijn»d Imtuif VSHE ANI MU CONTROL 982-41160 is a spirited little How can you resist ME!! My name's Charlotte and I am only 10 wks old. I need lots of hugs and kisses and would love to come home with you � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 75 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 12 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-09-18 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/8a3a7d60e2addf959c2e94725dc2681c.pdf 26b18a1a6fed7ac7352b407c3f45b4d3 PDF Text Text • Football team suffers tough loss Friday page 1B September 21, 2007 • Volleyball team wins in game 5 •J page 1B Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 • Women's golf team results www.jeffersonpost.com Volume 82, Issue 76 page 1B SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 500 Blue Ridge Electric readies substation Project hikes area's power capacity 50% The largest investment in Blue Ridge Electrics his­ tory to ensure reliable power continues to flow is being completed this month after nearly two years of construc­ tion and over 10 years in the planning. The nearly $20 million project increased the capacity available to serve the cooper­ ative's mountain districts by 50 percent. It ensures some 52,000 members in Watauga, Ashe, and Alleghany counties continue to have adequate, highly reliable electricity to meet their needs now and in Ashe now hub of region's electricity the future. Nearly $20 million was necessary for upgrading or building several miles of higher capacity transmission line. The project also included a new state-of-the art substa­ tion in West Jefferson, which now serves as the "hub" for providing power to Watauga, Ashe, and Alleghany coun­ ties. The Beaver Creek and Horse Gap substations were also modernized. Photo courtesy of Blue Ridge Electric This new West Jefferson substation is the largest invest­ ment the cooperative has ever made to insure reliability of electric power service. Mike High, director of en­ gineering services, said the new system utilizes fiber op­ tics, the latest in protective relaying devices, and other technology that helps Blue Ridge offer members two ben­ efits: high reliability and fast­ er power restoration when an outage does occur. "Through automated com­ munications between our substations and the SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) system lo­ cated in our corporate office dispatch center, we're able to monitor and control power quality 24 hours a day as if we were standing in the sub­ station," he explained. An example would be when lightning strikes a power line. The system will now tell the SCADA system exactly where the "fault," or problem, is lo­ cated so that dispatchers can See Power, page 5A Festival Latino set for Sunday in West Jefferson, 1 ' e itl~ f* Celebrate Hispanic Heri­ tage Month this Sunday, Sept. 23, at Festival Latino, a family fun event in downtown West Jefferson. Join the fun on Second Av­ enue (the back street) from 1 to 6 p.m. You can enjoy live Latin music, traditional and modern Latin dancing and tasty ethnic food. You and your family can even make traditional arts and crafts and take a swing at a pinata! Tentative Schedule of Events: 1 p.m.: Veraxaca from West Jefferson 2 p.m.: Salsa lessons 2:30 p.m.:Traditional Mex­ ican Dancers 3 p.m.: LOB ForaBteros de NVO Galiano from Lexington 4 p.m.: Artista Internacional Lisa Di Milo from Miami and Cuba 5 p.m.: OuorroroB Musical from Lexington Festival Latino is a collab­ oration of Latinos Unidos, NC Cooperative Extension Ashe Center, Odd Fellows, and is a fundraiser for the Ashe La­ tino Center, located at Ashe Family Central in Jefferson. The center staff of volunteers provides information, inter­ pretation, and translation services not only to the His­ panic/Latino community but also to the agencies, services and businesses that serve them. The festival is sponsored by AF Bank, BREMCO, Guard­ ian Insurance, Los Arcoiris, and Vannoy Construction, and admission is free. Set up is scheduled for Sunday morning beginning at 11 a.m. and volunteers are always welcome. For more in­ formation, call the Healthy Carolinians Office at 8460781 or the Ashe Latino Cen­ ter at 982-3954. Spanish is spoken at these agencies. Six great area bands are the highlight at Saturday's Phipps Farm Weekly Jam Kickoff. The daylong concert on Sept. 22, which takes place behind the newly refurbished Phipps Store in Silas Creek near Lansing, is a special benefit event for the Ameri­ can Cancer Society's Relay for Life. Musicians appearing at the event—which runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.—will be the Kruger Brothers, Wayne Henderson, Rock Bottom, Steve Lewis and Friends, the Appalachian Mountain Girls, Eric Hardin and Friends and the Grayson Highlands Band. WKSK radio's "Old-Time and Bluegrass Music Show," host­ ed by Gary Poe, will broadcast The music live from 11 a.m. to noon. Admission is free, and do­ nations will be gladly accept­ ed. All the musicians have ddnated their services. The concert takes place at 2425 Silas Creek Road. Direc­ tions: From Jefferson, take Old 16 North and turn left on North Fork River Road (right after passing Deep Ford Road). Drive over the river and bear right on Silas Creek Road and then look for the old white store on the left. From Lansing, take Bart Hurley Road (at the old Lan­ sing School) until it meets Si­ las Creek Road. The tentative performance schedule is: Bring a chair or blanket and an appetite—the Lansing Volunteer Fire Department will be cooking up chicken plates, hamburgers and hot dogs. The Stars Come Out The benefit concert offers a world-class lineup of perform­ ers. Photo by Lanny Landry This Appalachian Mountaineers football helmet, donated by Head Coach Jerry Moore and signed by his key players, was the highlight of last Saturday's AMH Foundation Gala. Helmet headlines Gala by Jim Thompson Editor Ashe Memorial Hospital Foundation's annual Gala at Jefferson Landing was a huge success. Thanks to the support of generous donors and Gala-go­ ers, the foundation was able to nise over $45,000 in the eve­ ning. "This was up a lot from la^year, when we raised be­ tween $23,000 and $24,000," ?*id Joe Thore, chief operatng officer of Ashe Memorial " Hospital. The evening included hors d'oeuvres, dinner, live music and dancing, and no less than three benefit auctions. There were two silent auctions, one ending early in the eveifing, and one an hour later. At 10 p.m., the live auction began. The hottest item in that final auction was the helmet. ASU Head Coach Jerry Moore donated the helmet, which marks Appalachian's historic 34-32 win over the Univer­ sity of Michigan. Moore and a number of his key players from that game signed the helmet in gold ink. "Dean Spainhour, who is a member of the Gala committee is a Post photo by Jim Thompson Joe Thore (right), chief operating officer of Ashe Memorial Hospital, congratulates Michael Vannoy on his successful bid for the ASU helmet. friend of Coach Moore's and asked him to do something to help the hospital founda­ tion," Thore said. The result was the helmet, which went on display at Jefferson Land­ ing's pro shop—Spainhour is club pro—last week. When the "gavel fell," Mi­ chael Vannoy was the winner of the prize—appropriately, as his son Nicholas is a fresh­ man member of the Moun­ taineers. "I was at the game against Michigan," he said, "and it was the best football game I have ever been to." We will have more cover­ age, and pictures, on the Gala next week. Silas Creek concert to help Relay for Life Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com cla8sified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com • 10-10:45 a.m.: Appalachian Mountain Girls • 11 a.m.-noon: Eric Hardin and Friends (broadcast live) • 12:30-1:30 p.m.: Wayne Henderson • 1:45-2 p.m.: Grayson High­ lands Band • 2:15-3 p.m.: Steve Lewis and Friends • 3-4 p.m.: Kruger Brothers • 4-5 p.m.: Rock Bottom later, after playing together in various formations through­ out Europe, Uwe Kruger on guitar, and Jens Kruger on banjo, teamed up with bassist Joel Landsberg to form the band as it appears on stage today. The Krugers have been ap­ pearing regularly in the U.S. since 1997 a t DAI IIY •The Kruger Brothers, who hail from Switzerland have been performing professionally since 1973. Almost 25 years West Jefferson selected for program West Jefferson has been selected by the North Carolina Department of Commerce to be part of the Small Town Main Street Program. This is part of a national program tied to the National Trust for Historic Preservation and provides assistance to dynamic towns such as West Jefferson to promote downtown revitalization based on economic development within the context of historic preservation. The Department of Commerce will be in West such presti­ gious events as, Merlefest, Doc Watson Music Fest, Wayne Henderson Festival, Walnut Valley Festival, Greyfox, Fes­ tival of the Bluegrass, Wings and Strings, IBMA, Festival for the Eno, Oklahoma Inter­ cializes in traditional moun­ national Bluegrass Festival, tain music. Phipps Store WEFest, as well as numerous Rita and James Wood and other festivals.They moved to North Carolina permanently a good number of their friends and neighbors have spent the in the fall of 2003. up the old •Wayne Henderson has summer fixing gained an international Phipps store, located at the reputation as both a master intersection of Silas Creek instrument maker and a gui­ and Bart Hurley roads. Now tarist. His handmade guitars musicians of all skill levels (and other instruments) are can bring their instruments played by stars around the for Friday night jam sessions, world—including Eric Clap­ which start Sept. 28 at 7 p.m. The general store was built ton, to name one. •Steve Lewis and Eric in the 1920s by dairy farmer Hardin are both former Na­ J.R. and Lessie Phipps. It tional Banjo Champions, and served the people of the Silas have also won many other Creek community by offering awards. Both men provide for sale clothing, food and dry the very best in bluegrass goods until 1952, when Mr. Phipps died. The store has picking. • Rock Bottom is one of the been closed ever since. This year, the couple and top bluegrass bands in the re­ their friends cleaned it, paint­ gion. •Grayson Highlands Band ed it white with barn-roof red is a perennial regional favor­ trim, improved the accessibil­ ite that plays old-time music. ity inside and out and have •Appalachian Mountain made it a comfortable spot, Girls is a local band that spe­ . See Concert, page 5A Jefferson to tell the community more about this program during a public meeting on Monday, Sept. 24 at 6:30 p.m. at the Ashe County Arts Center. Everyone is welcome. Refreshments will be served. For more information, contact WJ Town Manager Greg McGinnis at 246-3551. Library seeks volunteer tax aides Ashe County Library is looking for volun­ teers to work with the income tax assistance program. The program provides simple tax form preparation assistance to individuals with an income under $39,000. The volunteer training sessions will be held in November and December and can be completed in-person, on-line or using instruction manuals. Volunteers will be needed from January until April 15 on Tuesdays 10 a.m. - noon, on Thursdays 2-4 p.m., and Saturdays. Anyone interested in volunteering should contact Laurie Baumgardner at Ashe County Library at 846-2041. �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SALUTE TO VETERANS in the Marine Corps at a when the world really needed help. I served a tour of duty in Viet Nam in the 60s. I was very happy to do so." Sponsored by Jeanie A. Ben­ nett (Wife). Deceased Veterans PFC Ernest Goin Blevins, USMC It is with great pride that we pay tribute to our friend, Ernest Blevins. This small token of appreciation cannot express our heartfelt grati­ tude for his contribution to our freedom. Sponsored by Shelter Baptist Church. 1st Sgt James Everette Bar­ low - Served 4 years US Army, WWII, Europe. Deceased Date Unknown Sponsor: Jim & Kathy Bar­ low Corporal Estel Blevins, U.S. Army It is with great pride that we pay tribute to our friend, Estel Blevins. This small token of appreciation cannot express our heartfelt gratitude for his contribution to our freedom. Sponsored by Shelter Baptist Church. TSg. Joe Blevins It is with great pride that we pay tribute in memory of our friend Joe Blevins. This small token of appreciation cannot express our heartfelt gratitutude for his contribu­ tion to our freedom. Deceased October 2, 2003 Sponsor: Shelter Baptist Church Pvt. Lawrence Park Barkett Served U.S. Army April 1944 to December, 1944 Deceased December 11,1944 Sponsored by Ashe County Veterans Joseph W. Chamberlain - U.S. Army 1920 - 1924 Sponsored by Joseph Cham­ berlain (Grandson) Deceased Date Unknown (photo already scanned in) Richard J. Chamberlain U.S. Army (1958-1959) Served in Korea just after the Korean conflict Deceased Date Unknown Sponsored by Joseph Cham­ berlain (Son) Paul Brantley Bare PFC WWII Army, May 1945 vember 1947 Rifleman, used heavy ma­ chinery. Served in Germany, Company D, 14th Infantry. Joe Hampton Williams U. S. Army December, 1942 4th Provost Co. Adjutant General, Special Forces, tak­ en prisoner by the Germans near the end of the World War SGT. James Monroe Herman U. S. Army 1946 - 1949, 1951 2. European African Medal, 2 Bornze Stars, American Cam­ -1953 Served in World War 2 with paign Medal, World War 2 the Signal Corps in Europe. Victory Medal, Good Conduct Served during the Korean Medal Deceased Conflict. Sponsored by Ruth W. Hanna Deceased Sponsored by the family 'of James M. Herman CPL. Earl Dean Howell U. S. Army Deceased December 10, 2006 Sponsored by Shelter Baptist Church SPC. 5 Jimmy Dallas Lyalls U. S. Army Deceased may 4, 2005 Sponsored by Shelter Baptist Church SGT. Loyd McVey * U. s. Army Deceased August 28, 2005 Sponsored by shelter Baptist Church Cpl. Paul Henry Darnell U.S. Army 3 and Vn years Deceased June 11, 1997 TSGT E-6 James Bradley Miller U. S. Navy and U. S. Air Force 21 .5 years Enjoyed the Navy, but liked the Air Force better Deceased January 21,1977 A1C James David Mullis U. S. Air Force Deceased December 13,1977 Sponsored by Shelter Baptist Church Gunners Mate William R. Phipps U. S. Navy 4 years Served in World War 2 Deceased June 2001 PFC Glen Dishman U.S. Army 1944 - 1946 Deceased 11/8/77 Sponsored by Jo Anne D. Poe SN John Rector Rash U. S. Navy Deceased December 15, 2005 Sponsored by Shelter Baptist Church CPL Henry H. Royal U. S. Army 1952 - 1954 Light Weapons, 14th Infantry Reg. , National Def. Service Medal, Korean Service Med­ al with Bronze Service Star, Good Conduct Medal Deceased October 26,2006 Sponsored by Mary Sue Roy­ al, Phyllis Segraves, Brenda Phillips Wade John Williams U. S. Army August, 1941 109th Eng. Bat. 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All Rights Reserved. . § �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2007 PAGE 3A COMMUNITY NEWS ;r5* Bar & Black Stools • $699 Open Hutch • $679 iXIBF ay«*••• m Some of the volunteers show the trash they gathered earlier this month on the New River. Cleanup a 'trashy' success Items removed included a car hood, tires, and barbwire, as well as the unfortunately predictable plastic bottles, cans and can tops. The New River State Park picked up the trash loads for NCNR, transporting the bags to the dump for weighing; they also supplied campsites and ca­ noes for volunteers. The North Carolina De­ partment of Transportation provided gloves and bags and many local canoe outfitters supplied the essential boats for the volunteers including: RiverGirl, Riverside General Store, Zaloo's, New River Outfitters, RiverCamp USA, and Riverside Canoe & Tube Rental in Crumpler. River­ side General Store in Todd and Riverside Canoe & Tube in Crumpler hosted cookouts for the volunteers post clean A bright and sunny day greeted over 115 volunteers who turned out to "sweep" the New River and its tribu­ taries of trash. Working with the National Committee for the New River (NCNR) who annually coordinates the ef­ fort, volunteers pulled ap­ proximately two tons of gar­ bage of all varieties from the New on Saturday, September 8. Courtney Wait, Advocacy Coordinator for NCNR, said, "Volunteers who have been working on the clean up for years say they can see a dif­ ference - there's less trash to be picked up - they are really making a difference!" Lower water levels made spotting debris easier this year, she also noted, and boats were heavy with the volunteers' finds. # Broyhill up. "We're really grateful to the volunteers who make this effort possible and we couldn't do it without the outfitters, State Park and DOT folks who help each year," said Wait. 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Editorial A.S.H.E. needs our support -Thomas Jefferson, FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2007 Blue Ridge Electric To the Editor: Thank you for your re­ cent editorial regarding Blue Ridge Electric and one of the most important issues facing our nation and world: provid­ ing reliable and affordable power while reducing our Somewhere tonight in place out of the public eye. impact on the global environ­ Ashe County a woman will Publicity is often impossi­ ment through the use of al­ scream. A child will cower ble—we cannot (and would ternative energy resources. behind a couch because not) even take a picture of As you well noted, Blue daddy is mad again. And their shelter, for example. Ridge Electric takes very se­ if they have nowhere to go, Some of the best success riously our leadership role in then that will be their lives. stories—the ones where looking out for the best inter­ It is hard enough leaving lives are changed—must ests of our members. That's even when there is support; remain private to protect why we're committed to pro­ without it, the cycle of vio­ those involved. viding the most affordable, But the necessary lack reliable electricity possible lence that is all-too preva­ to northwest North Carolina, lent in our community will of visibility does not mean there is not a desperate and in a way that ensures we /WiOEL — TO AlS.tt.E. continue. There is a dedicated need for these services. are good stewards of the envi­ ronment. group of staff and volun­ Domestic violence is all-too for more detail on the areas specifically forbid him from It's also why we're very in­ teers ready to answer the common in this county— we've touched upon in this doing this. PLEASE call our volved in the process within representatives in Congress cry for help. Ready to assist and everywhere else. It is a letter. our industry, on a state and victims of domestic violence silent epidemic, that every • As a member-owned coop­ (Virginia Foxx 202-225-2071) national level, in the devel­ and their children start year kills innocent people. erative, we are here to benefit and the Senate(Richard Burr A.S.H.E. needs our help opment of energy legislation 202-224-3154 and Elizabeth new, better lives. But they that has recently been signed be moving forward with their our members. Our involve­ Dole 202-224-6342) and tell need our support, and they to move forward more ment in the State and federal into law. Our state and fed­ energy efficiency initiatives them you want them to pass actively in two main areas: need it now. eral renewable energy man­ now that legislation is final­ legislative process has been a legislation FORBIDDING direct service to victims and key way we've taken a lead­ A Safe Home for Everyone dates will provide the critical ized. ership role for our members. any preemptive attack on (A.S.H.E.) has Financial education of young people. foundation and framework for In addition to legislative Iran by President Bush. Why, problems. They need money. Our school-age children how we incorporate renew- initiatives, Blue Ridge Elec­ With the North Carolina leg­ you might ask. What could must learn the warning islative mandates for renewYes, you have heard this ables and energy efficiency tric has been hard at work in happen? before—and in this newspa­ signs of domestic violence, into the mix of power supply other ways that will produce ables and energy efficiency War with Iran would be a set, we are moving forward per. You are hearing it again as well as know there is options. Electric cooperatives benefits for our environment in many ways to ensure our War for Terror, not on Terror. help and hope out there for like Blue Ridge Electric have and for our members: because our community has It would increase the Muslim Developing interconnec­ members benefit from a bal­ yet to make the commit­ such situations. advocated a common sense anced strategy that includes perception that the United During the month of approach that balances the tion options for members ment it must to insure that States is at war with Islam desire to protect our envi­ wanting to connect personal affordable cost, reliable pow­ itself. It would recruit more domestic violence victims October, we plan to publish er from both renewable and ronment and become less de­ renewable energy systems to can have a better chance a series of articles on this terrorists. The friends and subject, and do our part to pendent on foreign oil with the grid. Several hydro and traditional sources, a com­ family of every innocent per­ in life. the need to keep electricity solar projects are already op­ prehensive energy efficiency son killed by our bombs would There is much support. educate this community on program, and a sustainable this important issue. We ask affordable, plentiful and reli­ erational. But the very nature of pro­ become prime recruitment environment. An employee task force able. targets for terrorist cells. If grams like A.S.H.E. makes that you, the reader, take Sincerely, Achieving these goals will is developing strategies for the administration seeks to it difficult in some respects the time to better inform no doubt require a complex more comprehensive envi­ to raise funds. Donors will yourself on this issue. Doug Johnson, CEO reduce terrorism then we approach, for several reasons. ronmental stewardship, in­ In the meantime, A Safe likely never meet the people Blue Ridge Electric must not go to war with an­ Our state is projected to grow cluding Dark Sky lighting, who they assist. For some, Home for Everyone and the Membership Corporation other Islamic country. from 8 to 12 million people alternative fuel fleet vehicles, War costs money and lives, to have even that moment people who it serves need promotion of energy efficiency over the next thirty yea but it also increases domestic in the limelight could cost our help. Now. h% appliances and products. You may mail dona­ Most authorities agree th ^ government spending. Do­ them their lives. Many vic­ AMI (Automated Metering tOUiH meeting this tremendou mestic government spending tions to: A.S.H.E., 626 tims live in the shadows, growth in energy demand at Infrastructure) now in the has always grown most dur­ Ashe Central High School rightfully fearful of the a cost consumers can bear early installation stages will ing times of war. Government abuser who has hurt them Road, Unit 1, Jefferson, NC, will require a power genera­ eventually take 18 metering spending and borrowing is 28694. Call 982-8851 for so terribly. So the healing tion portfolio that includes vehicles off the road and will too high already. We simply and successes usually take more information. developing our traditional re­ provide highly detailed usage To the Editor: cannot afford another war. sources in addition to renew­ information that can enable We are all in mortal dan­ American troops cannot able and alternative energy. members to achieve the high­ ger. President Bush is pre­ pacify Iraq, which only has 27 Evolving clean coal technolo­ est energy efficiency. paring to attack Iran. Sound million people in an area the 2ND TMeM TVte Continuing to partner crazy? Discharged service­ gy will play a part in the mix, we raoc size of California. Iran has eyFt-PDePas well as nuclear power and with NC GreenPower to al­ men are being called back to four times the area and 69 low members to sign up to natural gas. service, and are being told million people, with a 10-milNot only will state and contribute as little as $4 per they are either going to Iraq lion-strong militia. If we can't national growth play a part month for the production or IRAN! Since we currently control Iraq then we cannot in the strategic planning pro­ of renewable energy for our have no bases or operations control Iran, even if we had cess, but due to global demand state. going on in Iran, there is only large numbers of ground Additionally, Blue Ridge for energy we would also like one reason that troops would troops to send there, which to see an international co­ Electric will continue recom­ be going there. Some sources we do not. We are already ordination of efforts. Global mending conservation and the even say President Bush is stretched too thin. We cannot climate change is a very real efficient use of electricity and considering a NUCLEAR AT­ afford another war. possibility with the explosion we believe this will be a very TACK on them. I hope they President Bush might use in manufacturing and energy key part of how our nation are wrong. I hope our leaders nuclear weapons to accom­ demand in developing coun­ addresses energy efficiency can see that this will NOT plish what he cannot achieve tries such as China and India. and global climate change. solve any problems, but cause with air power or ground We believe the US and these Our online energy audits and many troops. This would turn the more. countries must work together comprehensive energy effi­ But Bush and his crew whole world against us. It to effect real environmental ciency information available are going to try and scare you would also set a precedent for on our web site, through our change on a global scale. into supporting them in this "limited nuclear war," which As a distribution utility newsletter, and in our district horrific debacle. Remember other countries might choose that delivers electricity to our offices offer valuable resourc­ Fear and Fraud? That is what to emulate, to our ever-last­ members after first purchas­ es for our members. they are going to use to try ing regret. Do you really Global climate change, ing it from a generation util­ and sell this to the American want that to be the legacy we ity, Blue Ridge Electric must renewable energy, energy public. How can we stop this ? leave behind? I say no. I have also closely coordinate plan­ efficiency, and power plant We must demand that already called our represen­ ning with our wholesale pow­ construction are all issues of Congress pass a resolution tatives, and if enough of you Member: (USPS 441-810) er supplier, Duke Energy. Our great importance to our mem­ N.C. Press Association prohibiting an attack. Bush do, we can stop this from hap­ wholesale power contracts re­ bers, our communities, and to already has Congressional pening. Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., PO. quire us to align our energy our cooperative. Because of authorization to do so be­ Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. the significance of this topic efficiency and renewable gen­ Jeff Cannon cause of the loose wording of Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. eration programs with Duke's and its breadth, we would previous war authorizations West Jefferson Ph (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com long-range plan for genera­ like to propose a series of in­ resolutions. So now we must Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ tion resources. Duke will also formative articles that allows ery $30 91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Letters to the Editor Attacking Iran Contact your representatives Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Production Manager Graphic Artist/Webmaster Sports/General News Reporter Business Manager Receptionist Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Linda Burchette C°y Powers Wendy Cole Michael Graybeal Sandra Osborne Kelly Blevins Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Mailroom Department Washington The editorial page of the Senate Sen. Elizabeth Dole Office of the Governor 555 Dirksen Senate Office Building 20301 Mail Service Center Washington, DC 20510 Raleigh, NC 27699-0301 (202) 224-6342 1-800-662-7952 Sen. Richard Burr 217 Russell Senate Office Building Washington, DC, NC 20510 Phone: (202) 224-3154 Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. House of Representatives All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not he reproduced without permission. Governor Gov. Michael F. 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Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2007 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT/SOCIALS Dog Park Society holds fall fest Come enjoy the beautiful fall weather during the Ashe County Dog Park Society's First Annual Fall Festival Oct. 5-7 in West Jefferson. The Dog Park Society is sponsoring this event as a fundraiser for a dog park in the county. Join them for three days of family fun and activi­ ties at Greenfield behind WalMart. Vendors will offer art and handmade crafts, home­ made foods, demonstrations and entertainment. Events will be held Fri­ day and Saturday, Oct. 5 & 6, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 7, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Ad­ mission is a $2 donation with children age 8 and under ad­ mitted free. The dog fashion show, at 6 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 6, is sure to be a real hoot! All dogs are welcome and owners are encouraged to be creative. Prizes will be awarded. There will also be a dog wash and competitions for the cutest dog and ugliest dog. Vendors are invited and donations are welcome. For information, call 877-AWAG (2924) or write to: Ashe Coun­ ty Dog Park Society, P.O. Box 1006, West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ashe County Dog Park So­ ciety is working toward devel­ oping a new park for everyone to enjoy along with their dogs, and would welcome a dona­ tion of land. The park will have separate fenced areas for young and older dogs as well as large and small. There will be large "runs" for individuals who have dogs that do not get along with others. There will be picnic tables and play areas for families to enjoy. Hopes are to raise enough money to also create scenic walking and bik­ ing trails. The goal is to raise $80,000-100,000. We're not lying...the winner is... by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Wayne "Windy" Walters told the best lie so he got the big award. Not an Oscar or an Emmy maybe, but a mule kicking up its heels with his name on the south end ain't too bad. It was the annual competi­ tion for best tall tale for the McDonald's Liars Club; a group of local men who enjoy meeting for breakfast and a joke session at McDonald's in Mrs. Robert Hurley West Jefferson. This was the tale that won Windy the prize, as told by Russell Reeves. "He said he and Lynn Severt walked out on the porch one day and saw a deer. They grabbed a 12 gauge shotgun and shot at the deer. Sparks flew from his On August 11, 2007, at lilies. Hot and cold finger 2:30 p.m., Katlyn Howell and foods were served alongside antlers and the buck wiggled Robert Hurley exchanged of punch from a lighted foun­ his tail and walked away." There's only one winner, vows on the banks of the New tain. The bride and groom but there are several second River at Jefferson Landing's enjoyed the night at Jef­ ferson Landing, followed by places, Reeves said. "Tom River Park. Music was provided by a week-long honeymoon at Johnson said it rained and Charles Bare, while brother Myrtle Beach, S.C. They will thundered so hard in Grassy Holden Bare officiated the reside in the Friendship com­ Creek it knocked out his cell phone. I told 'em that a friend ceremony, starting off with munity. Previous to the wedding of mine went into the hospital "On My Wedding Day" by Don Henley as Katlyn was on July 15, the bride was and they removed the wrong escorted by her father Ken­ honored by Casey Richard­ gall bladder." It's all in good fun and the neth Howell down the aisle son with brunch at the Grill guys really enjoy their get toat Jefferson Landing Club. to the altar. gethers. "If we didn't care for The bride wore a formal Bridal attendants, mothers each other, we wouldn't do gown of gathered and tuft and friends enjoyed a deli­ this," said Vel Pierce. satin with a straight bodice cious breakfast. On July 27, trimmed with black. She car­ the bride and groom were ried a bouquet of white lilies honored with a household wrapped in black pearls and shower at Shatley Springs. Hostesses were Kendra ribbons. The bridesmaids were Turner and Kristin Howell, Mandy Eller and Shannon both sisters to the bride, Dixon. They wore formal and Cathy Richardson and gowns of black with white in­ Pat Shepherd. They received serts and carried white lilies some beautiful and elegant with beaded stems. Flower gifts. On August 4, the bride girl was Whitley Younger, was treated to an overnight niece of the bride. She wore a bachelorette gathering with black satin dress and carried friends and bridal party at­ a white lace basket of petals. tendants. It ended in an allAttending the guest register day shopping spree in John­ was Casey Richardson. She son City, Tenn. On August 5, wore a formal gown of black the groom was entertained in and white as she presented Hickory by his groomsmen and friends. The next day fol­ the guests with favors. Groomsmen were Kevin lowed up with an all-day fish­ Edwards and Allyn Younger. ing excursion. Parents are of the bride The groom and groomsmen were dressed in black on black are Kenneth and Donna formal tuxedos with white Howell of Crumpler. Katlyn ties. Ring bearers were Blake is the great-granddaughter U.S. Army from 1978 to 1981 Hurley, son of the groom, and of the late Frank and Goldie as a member of the Ranger 2nd Battalion, 75th Regi­ Kendon Turner, nephew of McMillan of Crumpler as well ment, 509th Airborne Infan­ the bride. They were dressed as the granddaughter of Gretry Team. He served in North­ tal Howell and the late Welch as the groomsmen. ern Italy. A reception followed the Howell of Jefferson. Parents We are so proud of you! ceremony. Decorations were of the groom are Joanne and We love you. Dean Hall of West Jefferson all black and white surround­ Robin, Quinn and Leah ing the double heart theme. and Wayne and Robin Hurley The cake was a Tiffany gift of Silas Creek. Robert is the box style of white trimmed grandson of Georgie Tedder Coming next week to a in black ribbons, beads and of West Jefferson. Couple wed at Jefferson Landing Saluting a veteran J Baby News Jennifer N. Malafronit and Jonathan Edward Davis of Lansing announce the birth of their son, Jonathan Hunt­ er Davis. He was born Sept. 10, 2007, at Ashe Memorial Hospital, was 17.5 inches long and weighed 6 pounds, 4 ounces. He will be welcomed home by big brother Andrew Malafronti and grandparents Wanda Malafronti, Michael Malafronti, Eddie Davis and Jeanette Walls. computer near you... the all-new, improved www. jeffersonpost. com River and restaurant ^ House country inn Sunday September 23 Featuring Ro6ert Fufton Tfie River Geezer... Book siqnina atid Story Tettina . Forty Dollar.s ($40*) per person J J J plus alcohol, tax, and gratuity 1896 Old Field Creek Road Grassy Creek, NC • 336-982-2109 "Winning anything's great," said Walters as he ad­ mired his trophy. "There can't be but one winner and that's got to be great." Concert Now in Digital Sound SHOWTIME* Sun-Thurs 7PM Only Fri & Sat 7 & 9 PM ILRILR>LRILEIIRTIR^LCTLR»LRIIRILRRILRILW1RILI-ILNMINLR^LOLRILNN-«ININLR«LI-ILFIHNLR7LRI^TLR2L!^!£LIS.'S Theatre One Star Dust 1G1S1E1 continued from front page with new lighting and ceil­ ing fans and seating. There is even a piano in the corner, along with the original shelv­ ing and store counters. 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For mental health, developmental disabilities and substance abuse services Gall 846-7164 Meeting community needs...one person at a time. Store Fixture Liquidation Former CVS Pharmacy Hwy 221 & Rt 194 West Jefferson Monday Sept. 24 thru Wednesday Sept. 26 Hours 8-5 4 p m - 6 p m / Dinner immediately following performance • Music starts at 4:00 p.m. Hors d'oeuvres passed at 5:00 p.m. Four Course Chefs Choice served at 6:00 p.m. Post photo by Linda Burchette Participants in the McDonald'sLiarsClubannual tall tale competition recently included, from left: Jonas Miller (seated in front), Gary Bare, Zane Pierce, Howard Pierce, Windy Walters, Vel Pierce and Russell Reeves. J Wall and Floor gondola shelving, Stockroom and Pharmacy shelving, safes, showcases, counters, shopping baskets, displays, file cabinets, glass door coolers, much more! 800-331-4092 or 704-564-7647 cell �PAGE 6A FRIDAY/ SEPTEMBER 21, 2007 JEFFERSON POST ELIGION R Group reaches out to North Korea by Franklin Graham Samaritan's Purse Just a few days ago, Samar­ itan's Purse loaded a Boeing 747 jumbo jet with $8 million worth of medicines and other emergency supplies for a his­ toric airlift to North Korea. Twenty-three hours after de­ parting from Charlotte, our flight landed on the other side of the world in Pyongyang, the capital of North Korea, where hundreds have died and near­ ly a million people are suffer­ ing from massive floods across the nation. It's estimated that 240,000 houses have been destroyed or damaged by Korea's worst floods in decades. In one of the world's hungriest nations, a large portion of this year's crops have been washed away. The threats of water-borne dis­ eases and famine loom ahead. The fact that the floods weren't in the headlines only underscores the needs. North Korea has no diplomatic rela­ tions with the United States or most of the world—nowhere to turn for help. We were told this is the first time an Americanflagged plane has flown direct­ ly from the U.S. to Pyongyang since the Korean War. Praise God for opening the doors! Over the years, God has given favor for Samaritan's Purse as well as the Billy Graham Evangelistic Associa­ tion to work in North Korea. We've been allowed to send in a number of teams to set up mobile medical clinics, provide tuberculosis care, and upgrade hospitals and clinics. My fa­ ther met with the late leader General Kim II Sung in 1994, Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA Pastor George Norris 246-2979 220 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson, NC Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. and I visited with the foreign minister in 2000. We have even been allowed to hand out shoe box gifts from Operation Christmas Child to thousands of children in North Korea. Thanks to the trust we've built through years of ground­ breaking ministry, we now have this unprecedented op­ portunity to demonstrate God's love and compassion to tens of thousands of North Koreans who have lost almost everything. They need our prayers. Our airlift carried nearly 80 tons of desperately needed supplies, including antibiotics, vaccines, and other medicines, water filtration equipment, blankets, tools, and 1,000 rolls of heavy-duty plastic—enough to build emergency shelters for 7,000 families. The Samari­ tan's Purse staff members who accompanied the flight have years of experience dealing with disasters of this scale. Pyongyang once was re­ garded as the most Christian city in Asia and was even nick­ named "the Jerusalem of the East" when my mother went to high school there in the 1930s, while her parents were serving as missionaries in China. Pray that the Lord will continue to give Samaritan's Purse opportunities in North Korea to work in His Name. Through our relief efforts, we hope that the government will see that there are mil­ lions of Christians around the world who care for the people of North Korea and are pray­ ing for them. As Samaritan's Purse pre­ pared for this airlift to North Korea, our teams were at work responding to nearly a dozen other natural disasters around the world, includ­ ing major calamities in Latin America. When an 8.0 magnitude earthquake rocked Peru in mid-August, our staff immedi­ ately began working with local Christians in the hard-hit Pis­ co area to provide tons of food, medical assistance, more than 2,000 blankets, and other es­ sential items to families with nowhere else to turn. Just a few weeks after we arrived, Peruvian authorities asked us to take over the administra­ tion of all emergency relief for San Clemente, a town of about 25,000 people. Our teams are now running more than 160 soup kitchens that provide hot meals to 20,000 people daily, and we have provided 700 tem­ porary shelters to the neediest families, so they do not have to sleep on the streets. Among these people who have suffered so much loss, there is a tremendous hunger for the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Shortly after our team ar­ rived with medical assistance, one of the doctors was able to share the Good News of God's love with about 30 people on a street corner. When he led the group in prayer, 25 men and women made decisions for Christ. Since that time, our staff reports that residents seek them out to pray and ask questions about Jesus, and many souls have been won for the Kingdom. To God be the glory! In the aftermath of Hurri­ cane Dean, Samaritan's Purse Assembly of God Church Bald Mtn. Baptist Church 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman has been working hand-inhand with church partners in Mexico's Yucatan and Jamai­ ca to meet the physical and spiritual needs of survivors. Our teams have distributed hundreds of rolls of heavyduty plastic to build tempo­ rary shelters or weatherproof houses, along with food par­ cels, blankets, medicine, and clean water. 'Jesus said that just before He comes again the world's problems will increase. "Na­ tion will rise against na­ tion, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be great earthquakes, famines and pes­ tilences in various places, and fearful events and great signs from heaven" (Luke 21:10-11, NIV). Do the wars and disasters we've seen in recent years mean Jesus' second coming is very near? I don't know, but I do know the time is short— and that should give added ur­ gency to our efforts to tell the world about God's gracious plan of salvation through faith in Jesus Christ. As Samaritan's Purse con­ tinues to provide emergency relief to suffering people around the globe, our primary goal is to lift up the Name of Jesus and share the message of eternal salvation. We want to help as many as we can be ready for the day when the world will see "the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory" (Luke 21:27). Thank you for your prayers and support that make this ministry of relief and evange­ lism possible. May God bless you. Baldmounlainchurch.org Email: Baldntountain@skybest.com Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. Church 877-15S0 Parsonage 877-2042 Sunday School -9:30-10:15 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. "We can't all understand the Bible alike. This common statement is often used to excuse the rampant \ religious division that exists today. Can we all understand the Bible alike? We are all expected to understand the i tax codes alike. We are also expected to understand the ; traffic laws alike. There are many documents that we I are expected, even required, to understand alike. The I only one, we are often told, that we can not understand . alike is the inspired Word of God. Before we consider further whether everyone, or ! many, can understand the Bible alike, we must ask. | Can one understand the Bible, the Word of God, | correctly? People in the first century had no difficulty understanding the Word of God when it was preached I by the apostles and early evangelists. The doctrine I preached then is precisely that found in the New | Testament. There is nothing today, other than the accumulation of false doctrine, that would prevent one • from correctly understanding the Bible. If one can understand the Bible correctly, certainly ! others can as well. In fact, the unity for which Jesus prayed (John 17:20,21) requires all to understand the Bible alike. "God is not the author of confusion" (I Cor. 14:33) but confusion in religion is what results when we decide we can not all understand God's word alike. In the end, to conclude that we can not all understand the Bible alike and correctly is to deny the love of God. "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should : not perish, but have everlasting life" (John 3:16). Since God loves men surely he has provided a document that all can understand correctly and alike. Such a common understanding will lead to a common salvation. The High Country Church of Christ seeks to promote Bible study, religious unity, and a proper understaning | of the scriptures. For more information, call 877-5484 * Kor write to: High Country Church of Christ, P.O. Box ^ 228, West Jefferson, N.C. 28694. > f , —— Big Flatts Baptist Church Beaver Creek Christian Church Pastor: Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 Sunday Evening - 6:00p.m. Corner of Faw-Roland & McNeil Sts • Jefferson (88 West - Left on McNeil One Block) Presented by the High Country Church of Christ Baldwin Community Church 1549 Hwy. 194 South • Todd (1 mi. off Hwy 221) SUNDAY - Sunday School 10:00AM Worship 11:00AM and 6:00PM MONDAY - Community Care 6:00PM (Prayer & Outreach) WEDNESDAY- Family Night 7:00PM (AH ages) (Missions Ministry Van Ministry, Teen Time) "A Church focused - an faith, family Ji the future" 1460 Bald Mtn Rd., West Jefferson Sunda)1 School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Sen-ice - 11:00am Sunday Evening Worship - 7:00pm Wednesday Evening - 7:00pm J Searching the ScripturesV Fleetwood, NC Pastor, Chris Cox Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! Jim Dawes, Minister Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Service 6:30p.m. Bethany United Methodist Church Blue Ridge Worship Center Church of Christ at West Jefferson Cornerstone Fellowship Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 221 Burnett St., (Off Buck Mtn. Road) Doug Frailer, Minister Sun Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Burnett St. • West Jefferson Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church Friendly Grove Baptist Church 336-877-2801 495 Highway 194 South 846-3954 Pastor Sean Itrigman 246-9031 Non-Denominational Deep Ford Rd., Lansing Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Worship at 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00 p.m. Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00p.m. Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 7:00p.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7:00p.m. "A Life Worth Living!" Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. "And He led them as far as to Bethany... and He blessed them" Luke24:50 Hwy 16 S. at Glcndale Springs Sunday School -10:00 am Sunday Worship Service 11:00 am & 6:00pm "Join us in worship to Christ' Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 Sunday Morning Worship Sunday Evening Worship Services en Espanol 8:30AM and 1 1:00AM 6:00PM Sabados a las - 6:00PM Family Time - 9:30AM Wednesday Bible Study Gases de ESL Sunday School - 10:00AM 6:45PM Scrvicios a las-7:00PM Nursery providedfor all services Bf| Mt. Jefferson Church lajjP of the Nazarene "Come as you are, you will be loved" Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship & Praise 11:00 a.m. Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church Billy Robinson - Pastor Sunday School • 9:45 AM Worship • 11:00AM 201S. Jefferson Ave., West Jefferson Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Wednesday 7:00p.m. Bible Study 846-5615 Church Office or 846-5616 Preacher's Residence Friendship Baptist Church 891 Friendship Baptist Church Rd JelTerson, NC Rev. David Grinnell • 982-2080 Sunday School - 9:00a.m. Sunday Worship Sen-ices -10:00 a m Sunday Evening Sen-ices - 6:00p.m. Wednesday Evening Sen-ice - 7:00 p.m Casual & Contemporary Saturday Night 7:00 p.m. Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Healing Springs Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh 9178 Old Hwy. 16-Crumpler. NC Sunday School - 10:00A.M. Sunday Morning Worship Service-11:0QA,M. Sunday Evening Worship Service - 7:00P.M. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00P.M. Robert St. off Bare (Church/ 846-9378 Jefferson United Methodist Church Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor 115 East Main St., Jefferson, NC (336) 246-9512 Rev. Keith Casey 1957 US Ilwy 22! N, Jefferson, NC (3361 246-4764 9:45 a.m. Sunday • Sunday School 11:00 q.m. Sunday • Worship Service 6:30p.m. Sunday • Sunday Night Service 6:00 p.pi. Monday • 'EE. A. M. 10:00a.m. Tuesday • Joy in the Morning 7:00p.m. Wednesday • Prayer Meeting 11:00 a.m. - Formal Worship Service Church: 982-9210-Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience. We would love to have you come worship with us. St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church North Beaver Baptist Parish of the Holy Communion "Loves you and wants you to fellowship with us every Sunday!" (Episcopalian) 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh Main & Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass - 9:00 am Saturday Evening Mass - Pastor Rick Miller Sunday School • 10:00 a.m. 5:0pmEnglish & 7:00m Spanish Weekday- Morn. Mass - Call for times Wednesday Prayer Service * 7:00p.m. Smethport lndependant Baptist Church Offkt Photu: JJ6-W2-W/0• Rev, Lonnk ]om • Pastor Morning Worship •11:00 a.m. 336-846-2429 of Warrens ville Pastor: Kevin Morgan 336-667-6092 Saturday Services: Bible School -10:00 AM Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Phone - Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM 982-3076 West Jefferson United Methodist Church Welcome Home Baptist Church Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Sunday School • 10:00AM Pastor James T. Sechrest Seventh-Day Adventist Church St. Mary's Church West Jefferson 8:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Hwy. 163 West Jefferson 846-7481 Faith Fellowship Elliott Osowitt, Pastor 513 E. Main St., Jefferson TWo Services + SS 8:30 -12 Wed. Nite Bible Study: 6:30 pm Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church 9:00 a.m. Early Worship 9:45 a. m. - Sunday School for all ages We invite you to join us for a God centered. family worshipping experience, CASUAL ENVIRONMENT SERIOUS FAITH Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m. Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 Sunday Morning Worship»11:00AM Youth Services - Sunday • 6:00PM Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. Children's Church and Nursery Provided Van Transportation Available We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! Pastor Home: 336-384-3188 • Cell: 336-977-1009 www.wjumc.net 194 and 88 West, Smethport, NC Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4th) • 7:00PM AWANA Starts Sept 5! Sunday School 9:45 a.m • Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Night Services 6:30 pun Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM 846-3346 Missions Building by Faith Promise To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 Corner of Hwy. RIO-A-BUG 221 & Cherry St. EXTERMINATING Jefferson Termite & Pest Control 141 Lyalls Lane, Jefferson, NC (Just off Ashe Rark Road) Open Mon-Fri • 7am-5pm .. stSiSSbSSiim 246-7131 203 East 1" Street •West Jefferson, NC Convenient 7 Days A Week Mountain A ire Seafood & Steakhouse Weekly Specialties Hwy 16 & 163 Intersection 336-246-6482 Fax:246-6402 VANNOY % CONSTRUCTION CONSTRUCTION COMPANY 502 Jefferson Ave. • 336-246-8806 All Types Dozer Work Hauling &Trackhoe Work Home: 336-246-HART (4278) Shop: 336-846-7025 Auto Express H Bottling Company Minor Repairs Tire Sales Kwlk Lube, Inc. ' ^1 West Jefferson 7LL 246-4591 Owner/Manager • David Miller 608 W. Main Street •Jefferson, NC • 246-5945 We Offer LP Gas • Gas Heaters Fire Logs • Cooking Equipment Call Pete at 246-7039 Serving Ashe County for over 20 Years Your Full Service Oil Company TffGpJ call 846-9241 Ronnie Hopkins SHE COUNTY CHEESE A Iry Bur Mounlain Clteddar Cheese and Our FreHi Churned Butter 106 E. Main St. 246-2501 (?WhXk -) \ § PJ y j 1efferson>NC 336-246-7101 iviviv.asheviemorial.org etoctrtc ]Pin0W|( nxcnxbarohlp corp. JEFFERSON POST 203 South Second Ave. West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.jeffersonpost.com 336-846-7164 Fax: 336-846-7165 West Jefferson J 2 4 6 - 9 9 6 9 Mon-Sat- X:.30 AM - 5MO I'M H&W Oil Company 24-HOUB BURNER SERVICE 200 Hospital Ave. SMMKMOO. 739 US Hwy 221 Bus Mt. Jefferson Oil NC Inspections ATF Service Dr Pepper Compliments of VANNOY & SONS Glendale Springs, N.C • 336-982-3060 DODGE • CHRYSLER • JEEP Boone, NC 336-246-3367 A• M J Jefferson, NC PO Box 972 • West Jefferson, NC Old Hwy. 221-S. Beaver Creek • Wcsl Jefferson g BILL HART (MSTRrCTIOX Commercial and Residential "Complttt Lint of Building Supplies" 246-4222 246-6077 HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPPLY. INC. Ashe County JJJj) Builders Supply 785 East Main Street The Mountain Village Shopping Center Jefferson, NC 336-246-4155 High Country Paint & Performance 1358 W. King Street • Boone 828-264-0439 or 800-452-0343 M|i>| PPG Paints 3-M Products [US Billy Blcvins • Tommy Little Pollard Glass 211 Burkett Avenue West Jefferson, NC 336-846-4176 Q CARDINAL LANES Family Fun Center •mm lit Church GrouP8 Welcome" mm Jflkp Discounted Rates Hwy 221, West Jefferson 336-246-7077 Evenings mm m �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2007 PAGE 7A ENTERTAINMENT Riverview to host Harvest Dinner/Dance Event to honor county s executive women Riverview Community Center will honor and recog­ nize outstanding women of Ashe County whose achieve­ ments have placed them in positions of leadership and role models for every girl in this county from kindergar­ ten to high school senior. This gala event will take place Saturday, Oct. 13, starting at 6:30 p.m. Music for dancing and listening pleasure will be provided by Joe Milan/Cross Roads Band. Ashe County Commission­ er Judy Porter Poe will be the keynote speaker. Honored guests will include execu­ tive directors Sue Thompson from Ashe County Transpor­ tation Authority; Beth Dixon, Chamber of Commerce; Jane Banks, Ashe Services for Ag­ ing; Jane Lonon, Ashe Coun­ ty Arts Council; Carol Coul­ ter, Family Central; Shari Rognstad, Summit Support Services; and Donna Weaver, Ashe County Department of Social Services. While socializing and prior to dinner and dancing, there will be appetizers including jumbo shrimp, salmon pate, JAMfest coming to Civic Center Oct. 6 River House and New River Dramatists will host JAMfest 2007 at the Ashe Civic Center on Saturday, October 6. The performance hall will be filled with fabulous music begin­ ning at 7:30 PM, with hors d'oeuvres and a cash wine bar in the lobby beginning at 6:30. Performers at this gala include renowned pianist, Emile Pandolfi and local leg­ ends Wayne Henderson and Jeff Little. Proceeds from the event will be donated to the Regional Resource Center of the Junior Appalachian Mu­ sicians (JAM) program. Tick­ ets are available for $35 at the Ashe County Arts Council (336) 846-2787 . The Junior Appalachian Musicians (JAM) program was founded by Helen White in Spring 2000 in Alleghany County, NC. Now in 10 North Carolina counties, the mis­ sion of JAM is to provide Ap­ palachian children opportuni­ ties to experience the musical traditions of their community. Students are taught to play fiddles, banjos, mandolins, dulcimers and guitars on loaned instruments and they enjoy numerous field trips and performances. . JAM fosters a sense of connection with the cultural heritage of the area and is strengthen­ ing family and community ties across generations. Lo­ cally, about 200 students in Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga County are currently enrolled in JAM programs which meet either in schools or at arts councils. The JAM Regional Re­ source Center is under de­ velopment to provide support for the growing network of JAM programs. Activities for the year include: convening program directors across the mountains to hone core oper­ ating principles and criteria for program dissemination; convening teachers of tradi­ tional music to develop core curricula and teaching stan­ dards; coordinating regional gatherings for JAM students; and, developing resources such as administrative hand­ book, curriculum, wholesale purchasing capabilities, and long-term fundraising strat­ egies. The regional center will serve as a communica­ tions hub linking all existing JAM (and related) programs through print and on-line re­ sources. River House Country Inn and Restaurant on the North Fork of the New River in Ashe County has been a mecca for the arts - musical, theatrical, visual, literary and, of course, culinary - since opening in 1991, welcoming musicians, painters, actors, writers from all over the world. The walls of River House, covered with an extraordinary art collec­ tion resound with the mu­ sic of Wayne Henderson and Helen White, Emile Pandolfi, Gregory Carroll, Jamie Laval, Alasdair Fraser, George Ham­ ilton IV and dozens of others. The New River Dramatists are nourished there; the an­ nual Winefest on the New, the Sunday Salon Series, the CD "An Evening at River House" recently recorded (and cov­ ered by PBS) are now joined by enthusiastic support for JAM. New River Dramatists is an ambitious project dedi­ cated to inspiring, supporting and developing excellence in what is written for Theater, Film and Television. These venues have tremendous po­ tential to contribute ideas; express opinions, provoke de­ bate and change in society. As a research and development center, New River Dramatists offers an atmosphere where work ethic and support from other writers, directors and actors combine to inspire the writers to achieve their best work from concept to comple­ tion. For more information about JAMfest 2007, contact Sher­ man or Gayle at River House (336) 982-2109. For informa­ tion about JAM contact Helen White at (336) 372-5266 or your local arts council. For information about New Riv­ er Dramatists contact Mark Woods at (704) 799-0223. For reserved seating tick­ ets contact the Ashe County Arts Council at (336) 846ARTS. REGAL CINEMAS or Susan. All proceeds will go to Riverview Community Cen­ ter for its continued growth. Activities at Riverview Community Center includes a beauty shop, Riverview Im­ pressions; a famous restau­ rant, Shin Dinz; North Fork Gallery; Mountain Mojo; ITP Business Communication; ladies, children and men's clothing; furniture, home and household goods; banquet and theatre rooms; gym; ex­ ercise room; computer room; and GED classes. The center is also available to rent, and there is a seating capacity of 150 with eight-piece dinner and silverware settings. For more information on the center (not the event), call 385-9812. River House and New River Dramatists present Wayne Henderson Jeff Little Emile Pandolfi JAMfest 2007 An evening of great food & fabulous entertainment Ashe Civic Center Saturday, October 6 Concert 7:30 pm Hors D'oeuvres Cash Wine Bar 6:30 pm Proceeds to benefit Junior Appalachian Musicians (JAM) Regional Resource Center Reserved Seating Tickets - $35 (336) 846-2787 For more information: Gayle or Sherman (336)982-2109 BARGAIN SHOWS IN () * Pass / Discount Ticket Restrictions A p p l y REGAL 7 210 New Market St Center 828-262-3600 800-FANDANGO 254* . Adv. Tlx on SatoTHE KINGDOM (R) - ID REO'D * RESIDENT EVIL: EXTINCTION (R) - ID REQ'D (130) 430 730 1010 SYDNEY WHITE (PG-13) (120)420 720 945 GOOD LUCK CHUCK (R) - ID REQ'D Coming next week... The all-new www.jeffersonpost.com assorted cheeses and a deli­ cious punch. The entree will be prime rib of beef, baked potato with butter, sour cream and chives, spicy apple cake as dessert along with coffee, iced tea and water. Tickets are $25. 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Mediacom agrees to pay up to $300 tor any satellite dish/cable competitor cancellation fees. Address on satellite bill must match the Mediacom service address. Rebate forms must be received by 11/15/07. �PAGE 8A FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SALUTE TO VETERANS Sponsored by Bil and Annie Clyde Gentry PVT. James G. Gray U. S. Army Parachute Divi­ sion 1942 - 1945 James served with the U. S. Army from 1942 - 1945, when he was wounded and could not return to his duties. In those years many were killed and Mr. Gray has sev­ eral medals for the time he served. Coxswain Jesse Clay Brown U.S. Navy - Sept. 16, 1943 to April 12, 1946 Served aboard the USS Eliza­ beth C. Stanton during the invasion of southern France. Went through the Panama Canal and served in the Pa­ cific during the Battle of Okinawa. Landed troops in Okinawa, Japan. I was in 37 different ports - some several times. PFC Rufus Junior Dishman U. S. Army 1962 - 1965 Sponsored by Faye D. Mason SSG - E6 NC National r- 1984 Guard ment in Ashe County Sponsored by Dean C. Jones, Jr., MD . 1975 PVT. Roger Gale Howell U. S. Army Sponsored by Shelter Baptist Church SGT. Anthony Lee Hamm N. C. A. R. N. G. Sponsored by Shelter Baptist Church Thomas Burkett Little U. S. Navy 2.5 years E-5 Michael D. Miller U. S. Navy 4 years Sponsored by Sturgills Bap­ tist Church Storekeeper 2nd class William Elbert Howell U. S. Navy 1942 - 1946 Served in Guam, Okinawa SPC 5lh Class Monty E. Mill­ er U. S. Army 1968 - 1969 Sponsored by Long Branch Baptist Church SPEC E-6 Elliott Osowitt U. S. Army 1967 - 1970 Served in the Medical Corp in Korea, 7th Mechanized In­ fantry in DMZ, O.R. Tech/ Specialist, Combat Medic, 3 more years - 1970 -1973 in U. S. Army Reserve Hospital out of Durham, NC PFC Warren McKinney Par1 sons U. S. Army 2 years Sponsored by AEV SP. 4 Bluferd Witt Eldreth U.S. Army 1958-1960 Sponsored by his family Sgt. E-5 Ray Allen Eldreth U.S. Army M.P. 2 years Sponsored by Long Branch Baptist Church CPL Joshua Dean Hawkins U.S. Marine Corps, 3 V2 years Joshua joined right out of high school. He is currently stationed in Okinawa. Japan where he has been for 2 and Vi years. He served in Iraq in 2006 for seven months. The Marines have made Joshua a better man. Sponsored by Current Chiro­ practic SPC James Hendrix Army National Guard 1989 - 1995 PFC. Raymond V. Elliott U. S. Army 2 years Bronze Star Ernest Glen Hentschel U. S. Army 1952 - 1960 Sponsored by Ernest Henschell II A2C Vel H. Pierce U. S. Air Force 1957 - 1961 i Edwards AFB, California, Everux AFB, France Sponsored by Vel H. Pierce J Seaman l8t Class William H. Hardin U. S. Navy 1944 - 1946 Airplane Mechanic LTC. Peter James Finch U.S. Army 1969 - 1993 Vietnam, Korea, Turkey Sponsored by Jan Hershner SR. Master SGT. Robert A. Gentile U. S. Air Force 1941 - 1961 World War 2, Korean War, N. Africa, Iceland, England, Oki­ nawa, Japan Flight Radio Operator CPL Calvin Guy Duvall U.S. Army 3 years, 1 month, Staff SGt. Gilbert Gentry 9 days Served in the South Pacific / U.S. Air Force 1952-9156 Sponsored by Bill and Annie 303 Medical Batillion Sponsored by Sturgills Bap­ Clyde Gentry tist Church Staff SGT. Thomas Jackson (Jack) Gentry More on page 10A U. S. Air Force 1953 - 1957 Staff SGT James Franklin Poole U. S. Air Force 1953 - 1955 Staff Medic to AF attachment out of Iceland. E-4 James Edward Lambert U. S. Army 1967 - 1969 Vietnam NCARNG 1453 Trans Co. 1976 - 1978 Reserves 1969 - 1973 Sponsored by Jeff Lambert , John and Kim Wheeler E-l Michael Anthony Lam­ bert U. S. Army 2 years Sponsored by Long Branch Baptist Church SH-3 Thomas Holman U. S. Navy 1952 - 1956 Spec. E-5 Richard Glen Little U. S. Army 1967 - 1969 3rd Squad, 12th Cavalry 3rd Ar­ mored Division Recon in Ger­ many Sponsored by Sturgills Bap­ tist Church PFC. James Lloyd Mitchell U. S. Army 1942 - 1945 Served in the South Pacific on many islands and earning many medals SRA Charles Thomas Mullis U. S. Air Force Sponsored by Shelter Baptist Church Marvin E. Osborne U. S. Army 1944 - 1946 Sponsored by Mrs. Marvin E. Osborne Master SGT Norman L. Osbourne U. S. Army 1948 - 1954, 1958 -1973 Taught ROTC after retire­ CPL. Thomas Warren Ring U. S. Marine 1942-1946 Served in World War 2, 4th In­ fantry Division , Iwo Jima Sponsored by Jan Hershner Saturday, September 29,2007 8 A.M.-Until OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Ultrasound Scans • Carotid Arteries (stroke risk) 8c Thyroid Gland for cancer $50 • Abdomen for early cancers of the liver, spleen, pancreas, adrenal gland, kidneys, gallstones, aortic aneurysm $50 • Osteoporosis $29 BLUETOOTH HEADSET Blood Screening UNLIMITED TEXT MESSAGES • Complete lipids 8c diabetic panel $35 • Complete two liver panels $25 UNLIMITED NIGHTS f WEEKENDS UNLIMITED MOBILE TO MOBILE loo FREE TO R0AAA MINUTES Presented by Ultrascreen, Inc. a West Jefferson firm with Medical Director Dr. Lynn Borchert on site for same day results. (NOT Afflicated with LifeLine) Agents Retail Locations West Jefferson 1447 C Ml. Jefferson Rd 800-235-5007 West Jefferson - Skyline Telepone 1079 NC Hwy 194 N 800-759-2226 | T&D Satellite West Jefferson • Tony Lyall 948 Hwy 221 Business 336-846-3601 Appointments Required: 1-877-763-3344 www.ultrascreen.us While supplies last. Requires 2 year agreement on qualified rate plan $39.99 and above. Fleetwood Community Ctr. 8996 Hwy 221 South Fleetwood, NC 28626 Sponsored by Fleetwood Community Ctr. Certain restrictions apply. See store for details. We've Got You Covered! Carolina West 800-235-5007 www.carolinawest.com �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2007 PAGE 9A COMMUNITY EVENTS Studio Hop, Art on the Side planned for Saturday Friday September 21 9 a.m.-noon: The Ashe County Department of Social Services will be holding a USDA commodity distribu­ tion on Friday, September 21, 2007, in the community cen­ ter at Family Central, between 9:00am and 12:00 noon. The following items will be available: Whole Kernel Corn, Spaghetti, Spaghetti Sauce, Grapefruit Juice, Apple Juice, Cranberry Sauce, Frozen Ground Beef and Milk. The regulations remain the same for certification. Tickets will be given out at the door only, for those who are in line at 8:00am. You Do Not need to bring or send your EBT card to receive commodities. Please bring boxes for food items and keep in mind, some of the food is frozen. Neva Hart, an AQS certified appraiser, will be at the 5th annual quilt fair presented by the Ashe County Piecemakers Quilt Guild on Sept. 21 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sept. 22 form 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The fair will be held at Jefferson Station, located at 20 East Ashe Street in downtown West Jefferson, NC. Neva Hart will be appraising quilts, coverlets and textile art (antique and contemporary) on Friday and Saturday. For appointments, call Patsy at 336-877-9109. Verbal appraisal (general info and price range): $15 each. Written appraisal (includes photo and documentation): $45 each, 10% discount for two or more. 4-8 p.m.: Fish Fry to benefit Ashe Outreach Ministries, at 9382 Hwy 88 West in Clifton. $8 for a large plate of fish and all the trimmings—including drink and dessert. Live bluegrass music. Help the efforts to feed local people! 7 p.m.: Ashe County Historical Society will present an evening of superb musical entertain­ ment at Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church. The Worthless Son-in-Laws will present a program of acoustic indie and electric Southern rock, while Lady Slipper will balance with a touch of bluegrass, old-time and classical country music. This musical evening, including refresh­ ments, is offered free of charge to the public by the Ashe County Historical Society. Saturday September 22 9 a.m-4 p.m.Studio Hop and Art on the Side. Ashe Arts Center-West Jefferson. Hop to studios throughout the county and enjoy an arts and crafts sale on the grounds of the Ashe Arts Center. Call 336846-ARTS. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.: Albert Hash Fall Festival at Mt. Rog­ ers School. Featuring music by Wayne Henderson and Friends, Elkville String Band, Audrey Hash Ham, Gerald An­ derson, and many more. Auc­ tion, raffle, prizes, cake walk and much more. Bring the whole family! 11 a.m. until: Fleetwood Vol­ unteer Fire and Rescue will host a chicken BBQ. Takeouts available. Noon: Ashe County Free Medical Clinic invites those interested in volunteering for the clinic to join them for a cov­ ered dish picnic at Ashe Park Sept 22, beginning at 12:00 noon at the upper shelter. This will be an informal opportunity to meet the clinic's volunteer staff and ask questions. Po­ tential volunteers are invited to meet the others informally and learn about their experiences and involvement in the clinic. There is no obligation to vol­ unteer. Anyone who has any interest in helping the clinic in any way is urged to attend. Please RSVP by September 14 to acfmc@skybest.com or 846-4649. SECOND ELKLAND INTER­ NATIONAL PUPPET FESTI­ VAL IN TODD. 1 - 4 PM and 7:30 - 9:30 PM at the Todd Mercantile Gallery in the his­ toric district. Admission $5 for adults, 1 pretty button for children 12 and under. Puppet shows by Elkland Art Center, Puppet Revolution, Red Her­ ring Puppets, Lexie Danner, and Pete the Puppet Guy, among others. Open pup­ petry segment in the evening. Snacks and drinks available from the Todd Mahal Bakery. Call Martha at 336-877-5016 for more information. 4-7 p.m.: Fish Fry at Helton Community Building. Menu on the hot bar: Fish, chicken, baked beans, cole slaw, hush puppies, steak fries, coffee, tea, soda, deserts. Cost: $7 and takeouts are available. Sponsored by the Helton Vol­ unteer Ambulance Service and Helton Community Center. Sunday September 23 6 p.m.: Laurel Springs Bap­ tist Church on Hwy 18S will have a gospel singing. The featured singer will be Jack Cross. There will be refresh­ ments following the singing, pastor Dana Hines and the congregation invite everyone to come. 7 p.m.: The Warrensville Community Sing will be at Warrensville United Methodist Church. All are welcome. 7 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church on Sept. 23-28 Re­ vival with Rev. Tommy Dollar who will bring the message each night with special sing­ ing. Rev. Clayborn pastor wel­ comes you. Monday September 24 7 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church will hold revival ser­ vices September 24-28 at 7 p.m. each night. Guest speak­ ers will be on Monday night - Rev. Charlie McCoy and the Landmark Baptist Church Choir, Tuesday - Rev. Jeff Dollar and the Phoenix Bap­ tist Church Choir, Wednes­ day night - Rev. Tom Vestal and the Mission Home Baptist Church Choir, Thursday - Rev. David Welburn & Friday - Rev. Eric Profitt and singers from his church. Pastor, Rev. Chris Cox and congregation wel­ come you! Tuesday September 25 6-8 p.m.: The High Coun­ try Christian Women's Club invites all area women (and men) to their meeting, which takes place at Deerfield Fellow­ ship Hall on Deerfield Road, Boone. Come dressed as your favorite years—door prize for best costume. Special music and speaker. Questions? Call 828-264-1210 or 264-3753 for reservations, which are due by Sept. 22. There is a catered meal, price $11. Friday September 28 A Prayer Retreat is sched­ uled by Ashe Baptist Evan­ gelism Committee for Friday night, Sept. 28 at 7:00PM and Saturday morning at 9:00AM on Sept. 29 at Fletcher Me­ morial Baptist Church in Jef­ ferson, NC. Presenting will be Dr. Chris Schofield from the Baptist State Conventiion of NC, Dr. Bob Lowman Associational Missionary from Metrolina Association near Char­ lotte and Mrs. Tara Furman from Cary author of "Intimacy with God,Your Daily Guide to Prayer". This is an excellent line up of speakers.This is open to the public. If you are interested in prayer you are invited. All denominations are welcome not just Ashe Bap­ tist folks. There is no cost. For more information call the Ashe Baptist Office at 246-5631. Saturday September 29 3 p.m.: The Farmer Reunion, for descendents of Wilburn and Susan Farmer will take place at Nella Community Center. The Center is located at 211 Graham School Lane on Big Horse Creek. Please drive a covered dish and drink; plates, cups, etc. will be provided. For more information, call Pama H. Taylor (384-4212), Beulah F. Ham (846-7430) or Becky Farmer (384-9221). Sunday September 30 10:30 a.m.: Mark Allen Chap­ man (from Ohio) will be sing­ ing beautiful gospel music at Mt. Paddy Church, Hwy. 88, Jefferson. A fellowship meal will follow. All are welcome. 7 p.m.: Revival at Sturgills Baptist Church, through Oct. 6. Rev. William Souther will be preaching. Everyone is wel­ come. Tuesday October 30 11:30 a.m.: THE NATIONAL ASSOC. OF ACTIVE AND RETIRED FEDERAL EM­ PLOYEES (NARFE) will hold their regular monthly meeting at Sweet Aromas, across from the Post Office in Jefferson. Active and retired federal folks are urged to attend. Friday October 30 7:30 p.m.: Western Piedmont Symphony will perform at the Ashe Civic Center, featuring the Tchaikovsky Piano Con­ certo. Tickets $12 adults, $5 students. Call 336-846-ARTS. Sunday October 7 2 p.m.: The Annual Sprague and United Chemi-Con Re­ tiree and Spouse Reunion will take place at Riverview Community Center. All pro­ ceeds from the catered meal will be donated to the center. Call 384-3535 or 385-7733 for reservations by Oct. 1. If no answer, please leave a mes­ sage. 2 p.m.: Fall Piano Recital at Warrensville Seventh-Day Adventist Church. The students of Miss Sharon Kellam will present their fall piano recital. The public is welcome. Ongoing Events How do Huskies' Fans celebrate after each Huskies' victory? They come to the Fifth Quarter. What is the 'Fifth Quarter'? It is a safe alternative and safe activity for high school and middle school students and their parents/friends. The 'Fifth Quarter' is held after each Ashe County High School home football game. The location of the 'Fifth Quarter' is the Youth Center at Warrensville Baptist Church and the Fellowship Hall of Warrensville United Methodist Church. Activities for the youth include games, music, devotional time and fellowship. This event is sponsored by the Warrensville Baptist, Warrensville United Methodist, Smethport United Methodist, Clifton United Methodist, and Phoenix Baptist Churches. For more information, please call 3843391. Appalachian District Health Department: The primary treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 2469449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday Friday without appointments. Primary Care: Monday Friday Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold September services at Holy Trinity in Glendale Springs. Holy Communion is celebrated at 8:30 and 10. Coffee hour immediately follows the 10 a.m. service. For information, call the church office at 9823076. Country Roads Pharmacy: Ashe Mobile County Prescriptions can now be filled in Boone at the Hunger & Health Coalition (the old Health Dept. building off Bamboo Rd.). Medication pick-up days are Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10 am - 2 pm. Clients my call in prescription refills at 828262-1628.Your physician can fax new prescriptions to fax # - 828-262-0154. Eligibility for Free Medical Clinic. Tuesdays. 4:00 - 6:00. Anyone interested in receiv­ ing free medical care from the Ashe County Free Medi­ cal Clinic must come to eligi­ bility screening. To be eligible you must live or work in Ashe County, be between the ages of 19 - 64, have NO form of medical insurance, and pro­ vide proof of income that meets the clinic's policy. Call 846-4649 for an appointment, or come to the clinic (at the red light in Jefferson) on Tuesdays from 4:00 - 6:00. WIC (Supplemental Food Program tor Women Infants and Children): If you are a pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum woman, infant, or child less than five years of age, and meet certain eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the WIC Program. WIC is a special supplemental food program that provides individually prescribed packages of food to those who are eligible.There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program or know someone who does; contact 246-2013. Disabled American Veterans will have BINGO on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the Month at Family Central on the Ashe Central High School Rd. In Jefferson at 7 p.m.. There will be food available at the Morning Star Cafe'. For more information call 336982-3743. Alcoholics Anonymous Group meets on Mondays and Thursdays at Jefferson United Methodist Church at 7:30 p.m. - Closed Discussion and Saturday at noon - Closed "Big Book Study" - All meet­ ings are non-smoking. Narcotics Anonymous group m Wednesdays and Saturdays at 7: 30 p.m. at Jefferson Church. United Methodist The Ashe County team of High Country First in Families (HCFiF) meets every fourth Tuesday of the month in the basement of the Ashe County Library at 4:30 p.m. The purpose of this meeting is to gather resources in the community to help individuals who are developmental^ dis­ abled. Anyone interested in this program is encouraged to attend. For more information call Michelle Idol at 336-6673333 extension 244 or toll-free at (866) 667-3398. Choices for Sustainable Living discussion course offered at the West Jefferson Coffee House Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Come learn with others how easy it is to live more sustainably. One person really can make a difference! For information call Gerry at the New River Earth Institute 336-877-1860 or visit www. NewRiverEarthlnstitute.org. Mountain Overtones Barber­ shop Chorus now meets Thursdays at 7 p.m. at West Jefferson United Methodist Church. AL-ANON (for family and friends of addicted persons): Meets on Wednesdays at the First Baptist Church in West Jefferson at noon. For details, call 384-1940. The Board of Elections meets the second Tuesday in each month at the Court House in Jefferson. These meetings are open to the pub­ lic. Provisional Broker Course Scheduled: For provisional brokers, a 30-hour course in "Broker Relationships and Responsibilities" is scheduled forfourTuesdays in September at the Ashe Campus of Wilkes Community College located behind the Ashe County High School. Registration and the first class will be Sept. 5, beginning at 9 a.m. Tuition for the class will be 55 dollars. The text for the course will be an additional cost. The course will conclude Sept. 25. Students must have completed the pre­ pensing course and passed the provisional broker state examination in order to qualify to enter the class. The instruc­ tor for the course will be Phil Lewis. Contact him by phone at 336-846-2078 or by e-mail at Lewisp@skybest.com. Real estate course sched­ uled for fall: For persons who wish to obtain a real estate license, a course in the fun­ damentals of real estate is scheduled for Wednesday evenings at the Ashe County High School. Registration and the first class will be Aug. 22 at 5:30 p.m. Tuition for the class is set at 60 dollars. The text for the course will be an additional cost. The course will conclude Dec. 17, with one class being held on Saturday, Nov. 17. The instructor for the course will be Phil Lewis.'Contact him by phone at 336-846-2078 or by e-mail at Lewisp@skybest. com. Art for the Health of It: Expressive Arts Therapy For breast cancer survivors. Through music, visual arts, movement, poetry and sto­ rytelling, we feel emotional release, inspiration, a sense of community and a remember­ ing of the beauty of life even in the midst of our darkest hours. We somehow know that all is not lost, and are rejoined to hope. Each class will explore a new expressive arts opportu­ nity. You do not need to 'be an artist' to participate. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Inc. Program. Meets the 4th Monday of each month. Doors open at 5pm for informal sharing and oppor­ tunities to explore books and tapes in the Resource Room. Group lasts from 5:30-6:30. Location: Cancer Resource Center at the Seby B. Jones Cancer Center. For more infor­ mation call the Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center at (828) 262-4332. Breast Cancer Support Program Whether you have just been diagnosed with breast cancer, or are in treat­ ment or recovery, or a sur­ vivor of several years, this free support program offers opportunities to share issues specific to breast cancer in a supportive and understand­ ing group. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Inc. Meets twice a month on 1st and 3rd Mondays. Doors open at 5pm for informal sharing and opportunities to explore books and tapes in the Resource Room. Group lasts from 5:30-6:30. Led by Carolyn Carr, LCSW Location: Cancer Resource Center at the Seby B. Jones Cancer Center For more information about any of these programs, call the Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center at (828) 262-4332. Watauga Wellness Cancer Program. A fitness program for patients actively receiving cancer treatment or those who have gone through treat­ ment in the past year, as well as spouses/caregivers. Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:00 -1:00 pm at the Wellness Center. Call Beth Ann Syers at .(828) 266-1060 for more infor­ mation. FaithBridge United Methodist Church would like invite area singles to a Single Adult Fellowship opportunity in the form of a 10 week Bible Study series by Erwin McManus. In this inspir­ ing study, Chasing Daylight, McManus uses the biblical account of Israel's war with the Philistines, and the char­ acters of Jonathan and Saul to demonstrate the difference between living a life of pur­ pose and adventure, and liv­ ing one of apathy and missed opportunity. Through this pow­ erful story, McManus artfully illustrates the eight character­ istics of an adventurer's heart, which he calls 'The Jonathan Factor." The study will be held at the Faithbridge offices, at the cor­ ner of Aho Rd and Highway 321 on Friday evenings at 7:00 PM beginning September 7th. To learn more, come out to our introductory session on August 29th at 7 PM. Refreshments will be served and all will get the chance to see and review the material. Come and enjoy this informal opportunity for fellowship with other single adults in our community! For directions or more infor­ mation call Tracey at 828-964- 0886. Council sponsors Ashe County Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for Chandon Ricky Brooks TM£ At the homes arid studios of Ashe County Artists Sutrun&i/ Stiles AN£> §ii Lots of Nice Accessories, Wreaths, Lamps, Florals 30% -50% Off variety of artists'exhibits Open Weekdays 9:30 - 5:00 • Saturday 9:30 - 2:00 Diversified Interiors & Accessories, Inc. Hwy 421 W. Wilkesboro (next to McLean Floor Covering) 336-973-3005 and demonstrations Birthday! » j To our pride and joy. Love* Mamaw A Papaw AU. "or, the side" at the Ashe Arts center site Saturday, September 22. J):00 a.m. - A.OO p.m. For more information call 846-ARTS �PAGE 10A FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS O YAMAHA c mm Photo by Steve Wright Husky Vanguard Band heading to New Orleans Following a screening pro­ cess for high school march­ ing bands across the nation, the Ashe County High School Husky Vanguard Marching Band was selected to par­ ticipate in the 2008 BCS Na­ tional Championship Bowl Game. This is the most impor­ tant bowl game in college football,a nd the outcome will determine the NCAA Divi­ sion 1-A national champion team. The game will take place in the newly renovated Louisiana Superdome on Jan. 7, 2008. Upon arriving in New Or- Salute to Veterans leans, our band will perform While in New Orleans, the in BCS Band Championship students will rehearse with Field Show Competition with all of the participating bands, other participating bands under the leadership of some from across the nation. The of the most acclaimed band winner of the competition will directors from across the na­ be highlighted at the bowl tion. The students will also game. The Husky Vanguard enjoy the sights, sounds and will also perform as a part of cuisine of New Orelans, and a mass band during both the will take an evening tour on pre-game and halftime shows the Mississippi River. A semiat the game. formal dinner and dance will "This is the highest honor take place at Mardi Gras ever bestowed on the Van­ World the night before the big guard Marching Band," said game. Game day will hold ex­ Band Director Scott Turn­ citement for the students as myre, "and proves that hard they begin the morning with work and dedication will get a rehearsal in the Louisiana Superdome, followed by the you noticed." Steele U. S. Navy 1943 - 1946 Served in World War 2 Sponsored by Beaver Creek Christian Church PFC Riley A. Turnmire ( Shorty) U. S. Army 4 years Served in the tank corps, MP's, Infantry Stationed in Korea, Japan title game that evening. The Bowl Championship Series (BCS) is a five-game arrangement for post-season college football that is designed to match the two top-rated teams in a national championship game and to create exciting and competi­ tive matchups between eight other highly regarded teams in four other games. The bowl games participating are the Tostitos Fiesta Bowl, FexEx Orange Bowl, Rose Bowl, Allstate Sugar Bowl and the BCS National Championship Game. In their short history, the Husky Vanguard has partici­ pated in the Sugar Bowl, Or­ ange Bowl, Gator Bowl, and, most recently, the Liberty Bowl. "This is a great honor for our student musicians to rep­ resent our school and commu­ nity in one of the most high profile athletic events in the United States of America," Turnmyre said. The costs of participation are high for the students, and band members are seek­ ing donations to help cover the costs. If you would like to make a donation to help send a student to the game, you may contact Band Di­ rector Scott Turnmyre at Ashe County High School (846-2400, ext. 2126) or you may send donations to: Ashe County High School Band, ATTN: Scott Turnmyre, P.O. Box 450, West Jefferson, NC, 28694. The members of the Hus­ ky Vanguard Marching Band look forward to represent­ ing Ashe County with honor at this national event. Scott Turnmyre and the members of the band greatly appreci­ ate your support and send a sincere "thanks" to everyone in our community. Spec E4 Kermit Leslie Wil­ cox U. S. Army 1963 - 1965 Sponsored by Sturgills Bap­ tist Church PFC E-3 Jimmy Dean Wiles U. S. Army 10 months, 8 days Sponsored by Sturgills Bap­ tist Church Sponsored by Alicia Roten SSG. Tommy Carson Wallace U. S. Army / NCARNG Sponsored by Shelter Baptist Church Summer is almost over but we're still squeezing great 3-Month CD PFC Jason Tyler Roten U. S. 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She understands some commands and is already spayed. home with you and be a lap cat. She is less than a year old and already spayed. Please come see her and our other wonderful kitties on Sat. for "adoption day". Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located directly in front of the Armoiy on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West Jefferson. NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@skybest.com * Annual percentage yield accurate as of 9/2/07. Available for personal accounts only. Minimum deposit of $500 to open and earnstated APY. Customers arc required to have another deposit relationship to receive this CD rate. May not be used with IRA rollover. Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawals. Account insured up to $100,000. �FRIDAY. SEPTEMBER 21, 2007 ports I IM til I tlQf Mpi t»\In till" Football Friday Night The Huskies will be traveling to Reagan High School tonight for their final non-conference game of the year with the Raiders. Kickoff at 7:30 p.m. This week in Husky sports Oll>( «»!!» Huskies lose tough game to Watauga by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor In an unorthodox atmo­ sphere on Monday night, the gridiron match up of the Ashe County Huskies and the Watauga Pioneers in the"Bat­ tle of the Border" was held at Ashe County High School. In a highly anticipated game, the Huskies struggled with session of the game. Watauga showed their powerful ground attack behind a stout offen­ sive line and immediately struck against the Huskies. Following a ten play, 71-yard drive that ate over four min­ utes off of the clock, Watauga earned the first points of the game with a six-yard touch­ down sprint by Eric Breiten- Post photo by Michael Graybeal Brandon Rinehart (#12 far left), Luke Dotson (#52 middle) and Cody Jones (#66 far right) prepare to bust into the Pioneers' back field for a defensive stop on this play. Post photo by Michael Graybeal David Grubb digs hard for a few extra yards and drags the Watauga defender with him on his way to a 104-yard game. the Pioneers and Watauga was able to take advantage of an explosive first half to cruise to the 34-7 victory over Ashe. Ashe's sole touchdown came with 1:08 remaining in the third quarter when Daniel Wain connected with Ethan Graybeal for a fortyyard touchdown reception. The game opened up with the Pioneers having first pos- stein to give Watauga a 7-0 lead (Savva Kostis PAT suc­ cessful). Following the deep kickoff by Kostis for Watauga, Da­ kota Price gave the Huskies a respectable spot to start their first drive of the game after a hard fought 34-yard return to the Huskies 37-yard line. The Huskies possession was short lived, as they were un­ able to gain a first down on a fourth and short situation. David Grubb moved the ball on first and second down with two combined rushes for eight yards, but the Huskies gave possession to the Pioneers in good field position after a failed fourth down conversion and Watauga took over on their own 45-yard line. Watauga took advantage of the good field position and once again stuck to their of­ fensive game plan and kept the ball on the ground and moved it down field. Eric Breitenstein gained a mammoth 45 yards on only three car­ ries for Watauga to set up the one-yard quarterback sneak for Adam Chiarolanzio, for Watauga's second touchdown of the game and following Kostis' extra point, Watauga led the Huskies 14-0 with four minutes remaining in the first quarter. With their second posses­ sion of the game, the Huskies hoped to chip into the Pio­ neers' lead. With their drive starting on their 28-yard line following a 27-yard kickoff return by Dakota Price, the Huskies offense took the field. On second down, Daniel Wain completed a nine-yard pass to Ethan Graybeal and then a five-yard sprint by David Grubb gave the Huskies a first down. With the new set of downs, the Huskies hoped to move the ball further down field but were unsuccessful following a penalty, an in­ complete pass, and two runs for losses by the Huskies. The Huskies faced a fourth down and twenty yards remaining for the first down and were forced to punt. Dylan Brown placed the Pioneers deep in their own territory with a perfect 52-yard punt to pin See Football, page 3B Post photo by Michael Graybeal Aaron Scott cuts up the middle Into a gap created with th\s block by Dustin Hamm during Monday night's game. Volleyball wins close match in game 5 victory is that it places Ashe in front of Wilkes Central, who lost to Surry Central to On Tuesday evening, the give Ashe the one game lead JV and varsity volleyball in the standings, and then teams traveled to North Wil­ also allows Ashe to remain kes to face the Vikings in a ahead of Surry Central in the MVAC match up. North Wil­ standings with a record of 2kes entered the game with an 4. unjustified 0-3 record in con­ The match opened up ference play, as the Mountain with the Huskies facing a Valley conference is one of tough game one. North Wil­ the most challenging confer­ kes came out strong on their ences in the state for volley­ home court and stood just a ball. The 0-3 record for North few points from a game one Wilkes is misleading seeing victory. The Huskies had a as the Vikings are a talent­ tough task to overcome with ed and tough opponent for trailing the Vikings by ap­ anyone to face. The Huskies proximately twelve points, entered the match prepared but an impressive rally by and determined and after a the Huskies tied the score tough comeback the Huskies up at 24-24. With the Husky fans backing them, the Hus­ kies were able to earn the fi­ nal two points and won game one with a score of 26-24 to go ahead one game to none. With the huge comeback in game one on their backs, game two opened up with the Huskies jumping out to a slight early lead. Leading by five points about halfway through the game, the Hus­ kies were hoping to win game two, but the Vikings had dif­ ferent plans. With the score 18-13 the Vikings mounted a small run and tied the score up at 19-19 to once again bring the crowd into the game. North Wilkes pulled ahead 22-19 but Caitlin El­ liott responded with a Viking crowd-silencing spike to give the Huskies the serve and cut the score to 22-20, still in favor of North. The Huskies earned the next two points to tie the game at 22-22, and then a tip by Kim McNeil at the net dropped for a point and the Huskies took a 23-22 lead. McNeil followed up the tip with a block on the next vol­ ley to give the Huskies an­ other point and they had a serve for the game point with the score 24-22. North Wil­ kes responded to the game point by earning the next two Post photo by Michael Graybeal points to tie the score up at Caitlin Elliott drives this kill during a volley to give the Hus­ 24-24, and the teams then kies a crucial point. traded points and the score by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor forced a game five after com­ ing back from trailing two games to one. The Huskies won game four to force a tie breaking game five, and then the Huskies won game five to seal the match three games to two to increase their con­ ference record to 3-3 after the first round of MVAC play. The victory over North Wilkes was crucial for the Huskies in numerous ways. The immediate perk of the victory is that it placed the Huskies in sole possession of fourth place, and the Moun­ tain Valley receives four au­ tomatic bids into the NCHSAA State Playoffs. Other advantages created from the remained tied 25-25. The Vikings were able to win the next point to create another game point and then an attempted spike by the Huskies sailed past the end line and gave the Vikings their game winning point and North Wilkes tied the match at one game each with the 27-25 game two victory. With momentum from game two, the Vikings were able to win game three to place the Huskies in a tough situation. Game three opened up with North jumping out to an early 5-0 lead. A spike by Caitlin Elliott opened up the scoring for the Huskies and sparked a mini-run by Ashe. Ashe was able to battle See Volleyball, page 2B Post photo by Michael Graybeal Larken Mikeal saves a point for the Huskies with this dig during their tough victory Tuesday at North Wiikes. Women's golf underway September 18 match at Mountain Aire Golf Course: 1st place: Forbush 148 2nd place: Alleghany 157 3rd place: Ashe Co. 162 4th place: Starmount 165 Individuals Scores were: C. Hawks- 47- Forbush A. Long- 48- Forbush Morgan Johnson- 49- Ashe County Other Husky scores: Ol­ ivia Cox- 56, Taylor Stans- Post photos by Michael Graybeal Top: Morgan Johnson puts herself in good position for an approach shot with this tee-shot on hole four at Mountain Aire Golf Course. Left: Olivia Cox prepares to sink this putt on hole 3 on Tuesday. berry- 57, Kelsey Johnson59, Devin Little- 60, Paige Blevins- 61, and Lauren Brinegar- 63, and Charity Shatley- 63. Special thanks to Mark Hagel and his staff at Moun­ tain Aire for their support of Huskies Lady Golf. Results of the September 13 match hosted by Starmount at Yadkin Country Club: 1st place: South Stokes 130 2nd place: Starmount 149 3rd place: Mt Airy 153 4th place: Alleghany 156 5th place: Ashe County 157 6th place: Forbush 159 7th plade: West Forsyth 168 The Huskies were led by Morgan Johnson, who shot a 51, Olivia Cox followed with a round of 52, and Taylor Stansberry next with a score of 54. �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Ashe Youth Soccer League Standings 10-14 SOCCER STANDINGS TEAM: THE RED DEVILS SKYLINE ANTIQUES ON MAIN AEV MT MEADOW PROPERTIES STURGILLS TREE FARM 2ND HAND NEWS MAGIC HOME ENTERTAINMENT W 8 7 5 3 3 3 2 0 L 0 1 2 3 3 4 6 8 7,8,9 SOCCER STANDINGS T 1 2 2 1 TEAM: HOSPITALITY MINTS MAGIC HOME ENTERTAINMENT HIGH COUNTRY CARPENTRY RIVER OTTERS GUIDE SERVICE UAP LITTLE JOHN'S TRUCKING CHURCH'S CONSTRUCTION STURGILL'S TREE FARM W 8 6 7 6 4 4 2 0 L 0 1 3 2 5 7 8 11 T 2 3 Bowling League Results 3 2 From 9/11/2007 Week 1 of 32 Place) Team, Pts Won, Pts Lost Standings as of September 17 1) G.E. Aviation, 3, 1 McDonald's AYSL Players of the Week 2) Mikes Mufflers, 3, 1 3) New River Archery, 3, 1 5-6 Year Old Division Smart Gallery DL Shepherd Construction 4) VA. Carolina Cone, 2, 2 Emma Shepherd, Connor Walters 5) Scott Welchs Con., 2, 2 Haley Ritter, Gabriel Powers Bare's Custom Cabinets Cardinal Lanes Hunter Jones, Damion Arroyo Nicholas Chamberlain, Savannah Anderson Church's Construction Dr Pepper Reid Johnson, Brandon Taylor Cori Richardson, Devin Davis Screenfreaks 3-4 Year Old Division Burgess and Son Body Shop Inc Hot Rods Morgan Lesgica, Zoe Schcll Camden Current, Jayden Jones, Jordan Jones AF Insurance Los Arcoiris Cole Hudler, Tatum Brown Blake Levi 6) State Drywall, 2, 2 7) Geno's Restaurant, 1, 3 8) Liberty Tax, 1, 3 9) Wes Wood Ventur., 1, 3 Top Scores- Men Scratch Game Scott Welch Elvis Rash David Hopkins Volleyball continued from page IB back and took a slight lead with the score 6-5 following an impressive tip by Nata­ sha Faw for a point, a spike by Annie Hegar, and then a kill by Caitlin Elliott. North responded by going on a run themselves and scored seven points almost unanswered by the Huskies to take the score to 15-8 in favor of North. Ashe would once again rally and narrow the difference in the score and with backto-back kills by Elliott and a spike by McNeil; the Huskies cut North's lead to only two points, 17-15. North would then extend their lead to five points, 23-18 and then the teams traded points till the game concluded with the Vi­ kings winning 25-20 to take a two to one game lead in the match. Trailing two games to one, the Huskies had to win game four remain in the match. Coach Laura Foster told the team during the break be­ tween games that if they could win game four, she knew they would win the match. Being in the same situation earlier in the season, Coach Foster was confident of her team and knew their prior experi­ ence of the situation would make the difference in the match. The Huskies entered game four with a must win attitude and the mentality showed in the performance of the team. North started the game with a small 5-2 lead, but Ashe's offense exploded and grabbed a 13-5 lead be­ hind the performance of Mc­ Neil at the net. North would not throw in the towel though and they battled back and nearly tied the score at 16-15 in favor of Ashe. The teams traded points till the score was 19-18 and then a perfect­ ly placed tip by McNeil off of the set by Carmen Wagner gave the Huskies a two-point lead, 20-18 and set up a pow­ erful ace by Annie Hegar to increase Ashe's lead to 21-18. Ashe would extend their lead to 24-19 and placed North with their backs against the wall being just one point away from winning game four. A timeout by North al­ lowed them to regroup and they exited the timeout and cut Ashe's lead to 24-23 and possessed the serve.. The player serving for the Vikings was confident in her serves and tried to tie the score at 24-24 with a hard serve, but hit the ball low and it got caught in the net giving the Huskies the point, which was the game point and Ashe won game four to tie the match at two games each with a score of 25-23. The teams being tied at two games each sent the teams into a tiebreaker game five. The Huskies have been in the same situation earlier in the season with a recent match with the Surry Central Golden Eagles. The Huskies repeated their results in the Surry Central match with a game five victory on Tuesday and Coach Foster commented following the game: "In the 5th game, I felt like we had the advantage; first simply because we won game four and second, because we have been in this situation before and were successful. We are starting to believe that if we get to game five, that we will win." Youth Catfish Derby Set for September 22 Ashe County Parks and Recreation and the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission will be hosting their Fall Youth Catfish Derby on Saturday, September 22nd at Ashe County Park. • Gates open at 7 a.m. rain or shine The Huskies confidence was visible in the close and heated game five. Following a tough four games, the Hus­ kies appeared to be fatigued on the court but continued to battle. Game five was a close game from the start to the finish. The game opened up with the Huskies earning the first point off of a spike by Annie Hegar, but North responded with two points to go ahead 2-1. Caitlin Elliott tied the score up at 2-2 with a powerful hit at the net, but North would win the follow­ ing point. The teams would continue to trade points as the game would progress and despite outstanding plays from various Huskies, the Vikings remained close and the score wound up tied at 9-9. Caitlin Elliott then took charge for the Huskies and scored three unanswered points to give Ashe the 12-9 lead. North called a timeout in hopes of ending the Ashe run, but exiting the time­ out, a tip by Carmen Wagner brought the Huskies within two points of winning the match, with the score 13-9. North did not fold and was able to score two more points to bring the score to 13-11 but a serve for the Vikings found it's way into the net to give Ashe their fourteenth point. With Larken Mikeal serv­ ing for the Huskies for the win, her serve was returned by North and a long volley was concluded when Caitlin Elliott for the Huskies scored the final point with a perfect­ ly placed tip and Ashe won the match off of a 15-11 game five victory. The Huskies benefited Sponsored by: Buffalo Hunting and Fishing, lojangle's, Mountain Outfitters, and Wal-Mart. 596 572 564 Scratch Series Cindy Malafronti Hazel Price Jamie Taylor 449 391 385 From 9/18/2007 Week 2 of 32 Place) Team, Pts Won, Pts Lost 1) VA. Carolina Cone., 6, 2 2) Mikes Mufflers, 5.5, 2.5 3) Liberty Tax, 5, 3 4) Geno's Restaurant, 5, 3 5) New River Archery, 4.5, 3.5 6) G.E. Aviation, 4, 4 7) Westwood Ventu., 4, 4 8) State Drywall, 3, 5 9) Scott Welchs Con., 2, 6 10) Mixed Attitudes, 1, 7 Top Scores- Men Top Scores- Women Scratch Game Scratch Game Tom Haislip James Ham BJ Howell 219 216 203 Periodic walk through inspection of your second home or town house. 588 580 541 Debbie Tedder Kelli Neaves Hazel Price Sunday, September 23rd ^ To give you peace of mind while absent from your property 2:30 - Until MARK YOUR CBLENOORS FLML Let us 'Thank You" faith a dag just for YOU (Our Customers) faith FoodltflusicJfurJfrizes. Featuring: Bonded, insured, and experienced. 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Please play the Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest again next week! • Bait and rods provided free of charge for youth who do not have equipment (first come first serve • Several hundred catfish of all various 224 221 210 Scratch Game Cindy Malafronti Hazel Price Jamie Taylor Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest Winner • All youth invited to participate in the derby • Three catfish per person limit Age Groups: 0-6 Years old 7-11 Years old 12-18 Years old from a solid game from all the players. Following the game, Coach Foster elabo­ rated on the conference win by stating: "I thought North Wilkes played good enough to win the match. They had us 'on the ropes' and they just couldn't put us away. Credit goes to my players because that didn't give up and con­ tinued to chip away at their lead. Kim McNeil served ex­ tremely well for us-she made most of her serves in pressure situations. Carmen Wagner played very well at the setter position and we are very glad to have Caitlin Elliott back in the full rotation." The Huskies serving dur­ ing the victory over North Wilkes was a key factor in the match. The Huskies were 92% as a team going 99 for 108 during the match. Kim McNeil led the Huskies with an impressive 27 for 27 per­ formance. Larken Mikeal went 16 for 16 in the match and then Paige Matheson also served extremely well going 15 for 15. The Huskies returned to action with a key match in the conference race on Thursday when they hosted the North Surry Greyhounds. Ashe defeated the Grey­ hounds in their prior match up and were looking to make it a sweep over North. Surry for the year. Results of the match were unavailable at press time. Their next match will be on Monday with a non-conference match with the East Wilkes Cardinals being held at Ashe County High School. The JV teams will start at 5 p.m. with the varsity match following. 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The Pio­ neers' kicker miskicked the ball on the field goal attempt and shanked it short to give the Huskies' defense their first stop of the game and also returned possession to the Huskies with ten minutes remaining in the first half. The game had progressed into the second period with the Huskies offense still un­ able to place any points on the board, but the Husky fans remained optimistic for their next possession. Following a defensive stop, the Huskies offense trotted onto the field to start their drive from the twenty-yard line. Following incomplete passes on first and second downs, the Hus­ kies completed a pass on third down. However, on the completed pass, the Husky received touched his knee to the ground which is ruled as being downed and the Hus­ kies lost five yards on the play and brought up a fourth down and fifteen yards for the first down. The Huskies punted from deep in their own terri­ tory and Watauga once again took over with good field posi­ tion and started on the Hus­ kies' 46-yard line. The Pioneers had inten­ tions of avenging their last possession, which ended scoreless, and planned to score once again on their pos­ session. Watauga changed tactics and went to the air early in the drive and a 35yard reception by Dennis McMenamin set up the one-yard touchdown run by Blake Beason and Watauga took a com­ manding 21-0 lead (Kostis extra point successful) with six minutes remaining in the first half. The Huskies success on the offensive portion of the ball did not improve during their next possession. On first and second downs, incomplete passes led to a third and long situation. The Huskies' opted to go to the air on third down and Ashe's quarterback was brought down in the backfield to allow Watauga to regain possession via a Husky' punt on fourth down. Dylan Brown once again placed Watauga in their own territory to start their drive with a 57-yard punt. The Huskies' defense re­ sponded to Brown's punt and the good defensive posi­ tioning by stopping Watauga on three plays and forcing a punt on fourth down to allow the Huskies' offense to retake the field with another shot of placing the first Husky points' on the board. In a repeat of all the previous possessions, the Huskies found difficulty in moving the ball and on fourth down sent the punting unit onto the field. With a bad snap, the Pioneers were able to take possession once again and started their next drive on the Huskies sixteen-yard line. With a small field to work with, the Pioneers wasted no time in scoring their fourth touchdown of the game and after just one play, Baine Martin carried the ball in from five yards out to score Watauga's fourth touchdown of the game and Kostis' extra point increased the score to 28-0, in favor of Watauga with only two minutes remaining in the first half. The Huskies next pos­ session was initiated with a sign of hope of improve­ ment for the Huskies when on first down a fifteen yard penalty was accessed against Watauga for a personal-foul facemask penalty. The pen­ alty moved the ball out to the Huskies' 36-yard line. On first down, the Huskies gained two yards with a two-yard run by David Grubb, but then the Huskies once again had dif­ ficulty with the Pioneers' de­ fense and struggled to move the ball down field. An incom­ plete pass on second down set up a third and long situation for the Huskies. The third down conversion was unsuc­ cessful for the Huskies and on fourth down, Dylan Brown once again was deep to punt for the Huskies. With another bad snap, the Pioneers once again took over with excel­ lent field position and with only fifty seconds remaining in the first half, Watauga took over on the Huskies' twenty- yard line. With two plays, Watauga was able to move the ball down to the Huskies sevenyard line and they called a timeout with only one second remaining in the half to set up a twenty-four yard field goal attempt. With already having missed one field goal attempt in the game, Sawa Kostis was determined to make this attempt. Following a good snap, Kostis nailed the twenty-four yard field goal to give Watauga a commanding 31-0 lead heading into the locker room for halftime. Following a tough first half, Coach Strong motivated the Huskies in the locker room during halftime by inform­ ing the team that the game was not over. In the postgame interview, Coach Strong commented on the halftime speech as he told his team: "We got to come out and play. It's a 48-minute game and we got to come out and play the second half." The Huskies exited the locker room with a deter­ mined look on their faces and the attitude during the sec­ ond half reflected the emotion on the Huskies' team. In the second half, the Huskies fol­ lowed up a dismal first half performance by holding the Pioneers to only three points, and scoring seven points for themselves. They also qua­ drupled their first half total offense by moving the ball for 140 yards in the second half. The highlight of the sec­ ond half, and the game for the Huskies was a forty-yard touchdown catch by Ethan Graybeal during the Huskies' Official MVAC standings Reported by Butch Whitesell Football Soccer Through games as of Sept. 14, 2007 Through games as of Sept. 14, 2007 Conf W Season WON LOST L Season W L T ASHE COUNTY 2 2 WILKES CENTRAL 3 0 7 0 1 FORBUSH 0 5 NORTH WILKES 1 0 7 0 1 NORTH SURRY 2 3 NORTH WILKES 0 5 ASHE COUNTY 1 2 2 5 STARMOUNT 2 3 STARMOUNT 1 2 3 3 1 SURRY CENTRAL 0 5 SURRY CENTRAL 0 1 3 4 WILKES CENTRAL 3 2 FORBUSH 0 3 1 4 2 Women's Tennis Volleyball Through games as of Sept. 14, 2007 third possession of the third quarter. The second half opened with the Huskies in posses­ sion. Following the Watauga kickoff, the Huskies started on their own sixteen-yard line. The Huskies handed the ball off to David Grubb to open up the drive and Grubb moved the ball down the field for a total of 43 yards on only six carries. On top of the run­ ning by Grubb, Daniel Wain also completed a pass to Da­ kota Price for an eleven-yard gain. The Huskies moved the ball down to the Pioneers' fif­ teen-yard line and had a first down. An incomplete pass, and two short runs by the Huskies brought up a fourth down and eight yards re­ maining for the Huskies. On the fourth down, the Huskies went to the air and an incom­ plete pass caused the turn­ over on downs and Watauga took possession with the Hus­ kies still scoreless. The Huskies' defense arose to the occasion as they too exited the locker room with determination. The defense took advantage of tackles by Brandon Rinehart and Ryan Moser to force the Pioneers into losing two yards on the first three plays. The Pio­ neers were forced to punt to give the Huskies their second possession of the quarter. The Huskies had good field position to start out the drive and their first play came from the Pioneers' 46-yard line. On first down, David Grubb ex­ cited the Husky fans with a twenty-six-yard rush on first down. Shortly after, Grubb added another fifteen yards for the Huskies, which moved the ball down to the Pioneers five-yard line. With a promis­ ing drive and scoring opportu­ nity for Ashe, Watauga killed Ashe's opportunity by forcing a fumble on the following play and recovering the fumble to end Ashe's drive and kept the Huskies scoreless on the game. Watauga took over on their own seven yard line but once again, Ashe's defense proved tough for the Pioneers during the second half. On first and second down, the Pioneers were only allowed to gain one yard with tough play from the Huskies' defensive line. On third down, the Pioneers attempted to go to the air, but a tough defensive pres­ ence by Brandon Rinehart in the backfield for the Huskies, forced Watauga's quarterback to scramble. While scram­ bling, the quarterback for Watauga was forced to throw the ball away to bring up fourth down and the Pioneers punted to try and get better field position for their defen­ sive unit. The Pioneers' punt bounced dead at the Pioneers' forty-yard line and the Hus­ kies started their next drive with excellent field position. The Huskies took their next possession starting at the Pioneers' forty-yard fine. With a pass play that fell in­ complete on first down, and then a run for no gain on sec­ ond down, the Huskies faced a difficulty third and ten re­ maining for the first down. The Huskies went to the air and Daniel Wain found Ethan Graybeal open down the mid­ dle of the field and laid the ball up and over his shoulder for the forty-yard touchdown reception and the Huskies had their first points of the game. Dakota Price's extra point for the Huskies took the score to 31-7 with one minute remaining in the third quar­ ter. The Huskies attempted an o.nside kick with hopes of mak­ ing a comeback, but Watauga recovered the kick and had excellent field position to start their next drive. Lead­ ing by twenty-four points, the clock was in favor of Watauga and they took advantage of having possession. By run­ ning the ball, which kept the clock running, Watauga was able to eat over four minutes off of the clock with their next possession. During the four minutes, they also moved the ball down to the Huskies' twenty-two yard line. The Huskies defense was able to stop the Pioneers once they entered the red-zone and on first, second, and third down, help Watauga to no yards to bring up fourth and ten. On fourth down, Watauga once again utilized a vital kicker and kicked a 39-yard field goal for their final points of the game. Following Sawa Kostis' 39-yard field goal, Ashe was trailing 34-7. Ashe would have three more possessions during the game, but all three posses­ sions concluded empty for Ashe and Watauga would run the time out during the fourth quarter as they won easily over the Huskies 34-7. The Huskies were led on offense in rushing by David Grubb who had 104 yards on seventeen carries. Ethan Graybeal led the team in re­ ceiving with 49 yards on two receptions, and then Ryan Moser led the defense with six tackles and six assists. Ryan Shepherd added 5.5 tackles, and then Kelsey Combs re­ corded five tackles, and Bran­ don Rinehart brought down 4.5 Pioneers ball carriers. The Huskies will return to action tonight with a nonconference match up with the Regan Raiders at Regan High School. The kickoff is sched­ uled for 7:30 p.m. Through games as of Sept. 14, 2007 Conf W L Conf Season W L W L Squeak Peterson is the winner for last week's Jefferson Post Football Contest. Congratulations! He guessed more winning teams than any other contestant, and guessed f* closest to the tie-breaking score. Please play the Jefferson , / Post Football Contest again next week! Season W L SURRY CENTRAL 6 0 7 0 STARMOUNT 4 0 11 3 ASHE COUNTY 6 1 6 3 NORTH SURRY 4 1 9 2 STARMOUNT 4 2 4 2 FORBUSH 3 2 6 5 WILKES CENTRAL 4 3 5 4 WILKES CENTRAL 2 2 2 5 NORTH WILKES 2 5 2 5 ASHE COUNTY 2 3 3 7 FORBUSH 1 5 1 6 SURRY CENTRAL 2 3 6 6 NORTH SURRY 0 7 0 7 NORTH WILKES 0 4 2 5 Wrestling Ail-Star Promotions Presents Ashe County Little Theatre presents September 27-30, 2007 Wrestling Super Fall Brawl Loans to Christmas Tree Growers Saturday 7:30 pm Sunday 2:00 pm Saturday, September 22 at Family Central Gym Bell Time 7:30 p.m. At Farm Credit we make loans Return of the War Games Center 2 Rings, 2 Steel Cages Door Prizes to be Given Away Admission Adults $7/ $5 with 2 cans of food Kids 5-12 $5/ $3 with 2 cans of food Directed by Dr. Michael YeHon Prodnced by Hilda Harmi Adults: $10 Students: $5 to Christmas Tree Growers for: Labor, seedling, real estate, equipment, harvesting expenses and more! Call Us We'll Respond 4 Kids 5 and under free Carolina Farm Credit Food to Benefit Ashe Really Cares 507 East Main Street • Jefferson, NC 28640 • (336) 246-8856 �PAGE 4B FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Fall or autumn is the third of four seasons that we experience in a calendar year. The first day of fall coincides with the autumnal equinox, when the sun is directly over the equator in the Southern UII)DKN Hemisphere. In the Northern Hemisphere, the autumnal equinox occurs around September 23, WORDS* and in the Southern Hemisphere, it occurs around March 21. For this reason, autumn months in Acorns the Northern Hemisphere fall in the months of September, October, November, and, sometimes, Autumn R early December. In the Southern Hemisphere, the autumn months are opposite of the Northern Campfires G Hemisphere; they occur starting in late March through early June. The reason for the difference is Cool Weather H due to the distance from the sun that each hemisphere is located. The farther away from the sun, Cornucopia A the cooler and shorter the days will become. Elections E c Fall is a very pleasant time of year. The temperatures are cooler than summer, but they are not Equinox Y cold. Many activities occur at this time due to the nice weather. Oktoberfest is celebrated in many Fall E parts of the world, and Thanksgiving is celebrated in November in the United States. The American Football Y football season begins in early fall, as well as many other sports. Outdoor activities, such as hayHalloween O rides and campfires, are popular. Animals begin to gather food in the fall and make preparations for, Harvest D the winter months. Birds begin to migrate south for the winter, and farmers harvest their crops. The Hayrides Z scenery changes as the leaves turn vivid colors of orange and red, before they, as well as acorns, Chocolate I fall off of the trees. Jacket Circle the words hidden below. L S T H D Z Y L I I D E M Y R B N L Y J V R S G J F E T L W K I T P F R A V D E F F J W O D R Z T S A P N L X R V V N D F M C D T F S E D I R Y A H P Q E S N O I T G G I O V T W G X J Y R Z D A A M R M R C A O E E C C P Q B B N K H L O J M U M N A L M T B Leaves Migration O C Y G R U U G H R Oktoberfest S I E Y F B U T T M S AUTUMN CROSSWORD TIME ACROSS GLIJIB: Solve the puzzle using the clues provided. 2. Celestial event marking fall. 4. Another word for autumn. 5. These fall from the trees. 6. The horn of plenty. 8. Days are in the fall. 9. Birds migrate in the fall. E J T Q A N L F 0 E C M O R H E C E T O O L H N V O R K P N U C D U H Y N Q G Q L V R T I O J S H O H A L L O W E E N N I U P N V O K T O B E R F E S T U R P H B O A Q H S H A L L A B T O O F F R R N M T H A N K S G I V X A F E L U B B I V I W R D I Q H M L P D Q J U I C Y A X N D G L C J G J U Q K 0 K D Z J E O P E C Pumpkins Q 0 P Rake C K N Thanksgiving S E C WV DOWN CU'KS: 14 1. Popular fall fruit drink. 2. Public officials are selected. 3. Popular fall kid's holiday. 7. Very popular fall sport. \LIKKS Circle the autumn scene that is different. (Hint: You may need to count). f o o w i n J z x n u d a o a A n fi U A N a 34H 1 r O 9 d 3 3NMWV03 A Z /Tin ams s s o A D A M w I03S aN X 0 d do o A 3 I S 0 A 0O FAUU SANDPAPER PAINTING A great fall project! Make sure you ask an adult for help before starting. Use bright crayons to draw a picture on fine a ao d i O V D U H Z z a A R A sandpaper then place the sandpaper upside down on light­ 10 0 0 d H A weight paper. Press with an electric iron set on medium 13 X A until the crayon shows through the back of the paper. Because of the sandpaper's texture, the new picture will look as if it has been painted with hundreds of dots. wn w r FALL WORD SCRAMBLE Unscramble the letters below to find the missing words. 1. VAI ITS RE 2. OLATOFBL 3. SRYIHDEA 4. MPGRFESIA 5. ELLENWAHO (I. TBEOTKOFSER 7. SKVIIGGNNTHA 8. THOETOEOOHAC MX MATH PRACTICE Tfl KIDBITS! Solve the math problems below. Did you know that the cornucopia, a common autumn symbol, comes from the Latin words "cornu copiae"? The original cornucopia was a goat's horn filled with fruits from an autumn harvest at the first Thanksgiving in America. Others believe its origins are in Greek mythology. The cornucopia is also called the horn of plenty. 01B|OOOLJO IOH(9 6U!AJ6S>|UEM(Z )S0JJ0QOPJO(9 U80MO||BH(S S0J!jdujBO(tz S0puABH(£ l|eqiooj(z isa/uenU Z#:suv 9>i!IV M00~l A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO ALL OUR SPONSORS! 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Act.pint (Ionian mat: |M8-394-I944 or KM-292-3211 TnH Fnr,: D7.2lTH"1» Ham r.|.m Loan Office • home • business • auto • personal • construction West Jefferson, NC • 336.846.1044 Ashe County Builders Supply "Complete Line of Building Supplies" 127 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson 336-246-3367 SO �JEFFERSON POST Functional luxury in the bathroom (ARA) - These days, what used to be the most forgotten room in the house is getting a lot of at­ tention. One of the most popular trends in home improvement is to turn the bathroom into a luxu­ rious getaway. But how do you do it? Some people will knock down walls to make their bathroom bigger, and then add such upgrades as a whirlpool custom shower, workout space or separate toilet room. But for those who don't have $30,000 to spend on upgrades, there are some simple, but luxu­ rious things that can be done to change the look and functionality of the room for the better. People have been add­ ing in-floor heating, heat­ ed towel warmers and ad­ justable shower heads for a while now, but just intro­ duced at the 2007 Kitch­ en/Bath Industry show in Las Vegas this past May is a high-tech storage option that has the potential to change how people use their bathrooms: Robern's M Series mirrored cabinet with Cold Storage. "For homeowners who prize luxury and utility, this cold storage cabinet is soon to be a storage must-have," says Steve Bissell, president of Robern, a company that specializes in bathroom storage solu­ tions that combine stylish designs with innovative features. Half of the 8-inch deep, 20-by-30-inch cabinet is dedicated to cold storage at a refrigerator-like tem­ perature that allows users to extend the life of highend cosmetics, maintain the quality of health and wellness products or sim­ ply keep beverages chilled and handy. The other half is for toiletries that do not require refrigeration, like toothbrushes, soaps or towels. The cabinet can be in­ stalled semi-recessed or surface mounted. It has interior shelves to maxi­ mize storage and a hand­ some mirrored front door with a minimalist style that enables it to complement the other design elements of the vanity or room. For additional information on Robern products, call (800) 877-2376 or log PAGE 5B ADVERTISE V0UR BUSINESS on to www.robern.com. Courtesy of ARAcontent 2 Columns x 3 Inches •"Main Street? Discount 2 •Toile Curtains • Jabot Sets • Pillows • Bath & Bedroom Accessories • Rocking Chair Cushions • Hand Made Quilts & Shams to match 21, 2007 FRIPAY/ SEPTEMBER M only $20.69 0 §!&- •Tablecloths •Large Variety of Curtains •Towels • Bedding • Bedspreads •Comforters 9375 NC Hwy 194 N., Lansing, NC 336-384-3945 Call or come by and see ?raldine about this GREAT DEAL! 336.846.7164 ^ Ik. Minimum One Month Commitment iSiMw for real estate or related businesses on Real Estate pages ONLY *Per Run Buy Your Home Today with 100% Financing & Absolutely No PMI OPEN MON. - SAT. 8:30 AM -7:30 PM Mt. Jefferson Mortgage www.ALRE~BlueRidge.com 126 Robv Poe Road (336) 982-6020 Did you know that you don't need money for a down payment on a home loan? Did you know that since you don't have to pay Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) your monthly house payment can be reduced significantly or you may be able to afford a larger home? Many people don't realize there is a loan available for a qualified homebuyer with an average (or above average) income who wants 19 Acres Big Horse Creek Mountainside Lot Country Home Two homes on 19 acres, Eraser Fir trees, Big Horse Creek frontage.Lansing. 2 Acres in Big Tree subdivision. Extreme views, underground utilities & septic approved. to purchase a residence and obtain 100% financing. There arc no restrictions on the size of the home. Any limitations placed on the price of your home depends on the same repayment ratios used by most conventional loans. 100% of die appraised value of a home can be borrowed. Even closing costs can be borrowed if the value of the house is enough. This is not a government subsidized loan. It's simply a 100% bank-financed conventional loan with a government guarantee. Mt. Jefferson Mortgage is capable of of obtaining a Rural Development Government Guarantee that makes a 100%, no PMI loan available to average households. 1 Closing costs arc the same as a loan without a government 3 Bedroom home on nearly one acre. Views, garage/workshop, antique barn, landscaped yard. Mountain Chalet Private 2 acre setting close to Blue Ridge Pkwy. 4 BR/2.5BA. [ Offered under appraised value! Office: 336-982-2558 guarantee. • Reliable income and good credit are required. Beautiful Ridgeline Views Riverfront Lot Unbeatable combination of river frontage & mountain views on 1.8 Acres in Canawhay subdivision. 4.6 Acres located in Millers Creek just minutes to the Blue Ridge Pkwy. If you are in the process of buying a home or just thinking about purchasing a home and want additional information contact Mt. Jefferson Mortgage at 982-6020. VisitOurWebSite ft SeeOurUusive Mo-Video foursoffieseUstinjS\ i www.ALRE-BlueRidge.com 1836 HWY. 221 NORTH , JEFFERSON, NC 28640 1 "Put Your Trust In Number One 11 Beaver Creek School Road West Jefferson, NC 28694 Business 336-246-2664 INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED ™ and © Century 21 Real Estate Corporation X J154012. TURN CENTURY FARMHOUSE OF THE - Nestled on almost 2 acres of land located just across from the sce­ nic New River. It features a custom built-in china hutch in the dining room circa 1890's.This home has been completely remodeled from top to bottom including brand new kitchen, bathroom, heat source, plumbing, wiring and windows. Priced to sell! Motivated seller. ;• mmrn. *Ji§ caf • U M, . J154125. NEW LOG HOME IN NIKAN0R - w/views of the mountain and river. This new Barna Log Home features, 4BR, 3.5 BA, wood floors, custom cabi­ nets, exposed beams, finished walk out basement & an area underneath w/a concrete floor which would be great for storage. $349,000. $200,000. Equal Housing Opportunity J154167. WEST JEFFERSONJ154089. J155903. MOBILE LOCATION - HOME J155861. BRICK HOME ON J153234. REMODELED REMODELED WITH VIEWS TO J155816. RIVAGE LEVEL LOT- Fabulous 3BD/2BA FARMHOUSE IN BOOT! This single wide with SUBDIVISION - Well built 4 BR, home on a large, open, level lot with a bold creek running through it is perfect for that quiet retreat you have been looking for. This home features one level living with large open kitchen, hdwd floors, new gas furnace and custom oak built-in entertain­ ment center that includes a large screen TV. This home is move-in ready! $185,000 HILL - WITH VIEWS - COMPLETELY a stick built addition is a steal. Home is freshly painted inside and out, new vinyl, new carpet, pergo flooring with new lighting fixtures throughout. This home has a beautiful view of the river and Phoenix Mtn, not to men­ tion the immaculate landscaping: What more could a buyer ask for. BEAU 3.5 BA home in beautiful neigh­ borhood. This home features recent addition of large master suite, oak hardwood floors & trim, 2 dining areas & large manicured lawn overlooking the New River. $429,000. $125,000 J155834. LARGE HOME ON PARKWAY - Glendale Springs home and yard. This 2BR, 2BA brick rancher offers gas fp, front porch, back deck, full walkout basement, beautiful landscaping & long-range mountain views. Area-5BD 3.5 BA home on 1.8+ acres. This home is freshly remodeled in and out. Home offers private master suite on main level, also large sunroom, deck, fireplace, 4 car storage, huge workshop, guest cottage, stream, small orchard and more. $189,900 $587,500 J155807. BRICK HOME WITH MOUNTAIN VIEWS - Spacious GREAT COUNTRY J155822. LOG HOME IN HEALING SPRINGS-Log home on 4.18 semi-wooded acres. This pretty log home otters 2 BR, 2 baths, sleep loft & fireplace, open floor plan & large deck to enjoy the outdoors. This log home is in a quiet neighborhood near the New River. $199,000 WALNUT Ultimate country set­ ting! Remodeled old farmhouse overlooking well groomed pas­ ture. This 3 BR, 1 BA home is in a secluded area at the end of road in nice neighborhood. Approximately 6 miles from down­ town Jefferson. $169,500 and only minutes to town! Well-maintained home with plenty of room for the family. Comes mostly furnished. Two master suites, two living areas, large kitchen, separate dining area, heated spa, covered porch­ es with great mountain views, well-landscaped and fenced with outbuilding for storage and tools. Two car garage in heated base­ ment with workshop and craft room. $351,900. J153460. RANCH STYLE HOME IN GRAYSON COUNTY, VA - Minutes from the Virginia Creeper Trail! This immaculate home fea­ tures 3BR/2BA with custom oak cabinets throughout. There is a large, open tree-lined backyard that features apple trees and a newly stained deck. Home is move-in ready and being sold mostly furnished. Windows are Anderson, aluminum, double pane. $149,900 Land Listings J155035. LOT 37 IN CANAWAY - Cahawhay South Fork - New River Frontage - Lot 37 of Canawhay otters 2.8 acres to build that river front dream home. Site and driveway have been graded from home site and has permit for a 3 bedroom home. $165,900 J155158. LOT 51 VILLAGE ON THE NEW - Excellent building site in gated riverfront community with common river access. Gentle slope, partly wooded, good view potential when cleared for building site. Dedicated walking trail and common area nearby. $89,900 J154195. ASHE LAKE-2BR,1.5 BA, upper level condo. Home is in move-in condition w/1 year old appliances, carpet & vinyl. Also, small balcony overlooking the lake. Lake privileges. $79,500. Rustic log cabin set on over 2.0 serene acres. Surrounded by nature's beauty, this cabin would make a great mountain getaway or rental! $137,000 J154112. HORSE FARM IN GRAYSON COUNTY, VA-JUST V2 MILE FROM NC STATE LINE. 4BR, 1BA FARMHOUSE WAS COMPLETELY REMODELED IN 1989. NICE VIEWS, HORSE BARN, apx. 20 acres & MANY OTHER FEATURES. $495,000. Additional acreage & single wide mobile home also available. EM MLS uutrmr imwaogmncr THIS IS ONLY A SMALL PORTION OF THE PROPERTIES WE OFFER FOR SALE. FOR COMPLETE LISTS, CALL OR COME BY OUR OFFICE IN WEST JEFFERSON. TO SEE MORE OF OUR LISTJNGS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT w w w.c21 heritaserealtv.com �PAGE 6B FRIDAY/ SEPTEMBER 21, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm CLASSIFIED DEADLINES Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. Charges Rates depend on size of ad and number of runs. Please call Classified Dept. for information. Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 (We accept personal check, Visa or Master Card) Telephone: Clnssifieds make "Cents" "Cents make Dollars" 20-Classified Ad Department Policy (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 e-mail: classified® jeffersonpost.com Web: www.jeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANKYOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise any preferences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, financial status or national origin includes children un­ der the age of 16 living with paronts or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accopt any advertising for legal estate which is in violation of the law. Our roadors are here by informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing impaired is I-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found Found on HWY 163 near Hartzog Ford Rd. Brittany Spaniel male. 336-877-9123. Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 40-Lost & Found 140-Help Wanted Lost dog Beagle Terri­ er mix goes by the name 'Scooter' about 20lbs. Brown face, white body with black spots. Lost in down­ town West Jefferson please contact Tim Steele.Home 8461899, Cell 704-9286131. Don't miss the perfect opportunity for you to get your health care career started while helping others. RHA Health Services is now taking applications for habilitation technicians. Full and part-time posi­ tions available. Open­ ings in Ashe, Watauga and Wilkes counties. High school diploma or GED and valid driver's license required. Call 828-262-5450. 100-General Services 1# PIANO SERVICE Call for free estimate Larry Carmichael 336-372-4247 REGISTERED NURSE ASHE HOME HEALTH and ASHE HOSPICE High Country Health Care System has two openings in Ashe County. One for a full time Home Health Nurse and one for a PRN Hospice Nurse. STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem, NC Phone: 336-768-1177 Res.:336-468-8802 Bill Shugart Applicants must have a current NC RN License and a minimum of one year of nursing experi­ ence. SunselFiDancjaJ Applicant should have excellent assessment skills, good time man­ agement, and the abili­ ty to work independent­ Must be a team ly. player and self-motivat­ ed. Reliable transpor­ tation required. Mail or fax your resume to: Looking for a Loan? We offer Personal, Business, Commercial Property, and Mort­ gage loans, Bad Credit, Bankrupt we can help. Affordable monthly payments, low interest rates and 48 hour ap­ proval time. No up front fees. Please call for Carole Maulden more details we have High Country Health courteous representa­ Care System tives standing by... Shadowline Call toll free 1 866 803 400 Drive, Suite 100-B 9785. 140-Help Wanted Dump Truck Driver Needed Experienced only. Call 828-773-6736 Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! Boone, NC 28607 Fax: (828)264-9154 State-licensed, JCAHO and Medicare/Medicaid certified: EEO and ADA employer. 140-Help Wanted Early Intervention Specialist 140-Help Wanted 140-Help Wanted Experienced full time electrical project man­ ager/estimator for com­ mercial and industrial projects in NW NC & SW VA to assist in management of all as­ pects of electrical proj­ ects. Must be self-moti­ vated, organized, re­ sults oriented and have proven work ethic and leadership skills. Bene­ fits include competitive salary, profit sharing, I.R.A., health insur­ ance, vacation and hol­ iday pay. Mail resume to: PO Box 486 Glade Valley, NC 28627. Rainbow Center is seeking Bridging Fos­ ter Parents to provide temp/long term care for children that need you to open your home to them for love, support, and direction in their lives. Classes will start soon to help with con­ cerns/questions or de­ ciding if foster care is right for you. Call Fos­ ter Care Director Dori Gold at 336-667-3333. Ashe Services for Ag­ ing and Generations Developmental Day Center is seeking appli­ cants for the Early In­ tervention Specialist position. This position provides rehabilitation services to children ages birth to 3 with dis­ abilities or develop­ mental delays. Serv­ ices are provided in a variety of settings in­ cluding in the child's home, at child care programs, or in other community settings. Farm Manager Position The work base will in­ clude Ashe and Alle­ Full time position for ghany counties (about hands-on, motivated, 75%/25% respectively). organized, results ori­ Hours will be based on ented, team player with caseload. proven work ethic and leadership skills. Horti­ Required Qualifica­ culture, forestry or agri­ tions: Minimum of a culture education or Bachelor's degree in B- farming experience a K education, psycholo­ plus. Will assist in man­ gy, child development, agement of all aspects social work, etc. and a of large farming opera­ minimum or 2 years of tion. Benefits include classroom, parenting health insurance and education, or social paid vacation. Please work experience: Must mail resume to: PO have or be able to at­ Box 549, West Jeffer­ tain and Infant-Toddler son, NC 28694. Family Specialist Cer­ J. Y. MONK tification. REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Programs offers a com­ Get your license Fast. petitive salary and ben­ Boone & Charlotte efits package. For a Courses. Free complete job descrip­ Brochure & Schedule. tion and application, 1-800-849-0932 contact Patricia Callo­ way at 336-246-2655. Full Time Cook needed at Deerfield Ridge As­ sisted Living. Flexible hours, great working conditions. Benefits available. Apply in person 287 Bamboo Road, Boone, NC tel: 828-264-0336 Full time position with benefits Make sales calls to customers, take orders and respond to cus­ tomer needs and re­ quests. Maintain spreadsheets and re­ ports-must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. Other duties as needed for business of­ fice functions. This position requires excellent telephone, communication and or­ ganizational skills with the ability to mulit-task while providing excel­ lent customer service. Ability to work well with others in a fast paced office and be self moti­ vated. An Associates degree of 2 years experience required. Mail resume to: PO Box 549, West Jeffer­ son, NC 28694. 230-Farm & Garden Equip. & Supplies Tractor for sale $800. Call 336-982-2831. Changes are coming to Opportunites Available Field of Fraser Fir Christmas Trees, Approximately 2,850, never cut out of, 7-10 ft, mostly 8-9 ft, will cut and bale. Call 336-384-2177 Moving Sale Furniture, antiques, dishes, quilts, etc. All like new, good condition. 9/21 & 9/22 Fraser Fir Christmas Trees available in all sizes. Call for Pricing 336-877-7167 1424 Bald Mtn. Rd. Across from the Church. Fraser Fir Christmas Trees for sale, 6' to 10' 336-384-1436. YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. Fraser Fir Christmas Trees for sale. Number 1 and better. 100 9' to 10', 600 8' to 9', 600 7' to 8'. 336-877-5158 or 336-977-6705. 260-Garage/Yard Sales Huge Employee Yard Sale Located at Jefferson Post on back street in West Jefferson Saturday 9/22, weather permitting 7:30 a.m.- noon Clothing, jewelry, household items, suit­ cases, food dehydrator, electric smoker, music, books, chil­ dren's items, shoes, Christmas decorations, bedding, collectibles, lots morel! 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 Copy and payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tliesday Edition Friday by 9 am Friday Edition Wednesday by 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. Your source for news in Ashe County and the High Country: The Jefferson Post Wilkes Community College Facility Maintenance Supervisor/ Technician For more Information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu Management our website I I Sales Marketing/ Administrative Functions 260-Garage/Yard Sales 235-Christmas Trees The JP gets a new look on-line Sept. 27th www.ieffersonoost.com Must be 18 and able to work weekends Need to Apply in Person Appalachian Ski Mtn. Restaurant Ice Skating Lift Operations Gift Shop Terrain Park Ticket Cashiers Apply in person at the Main Office on the lower level of the lodge 9am-4pm, Monday-Friday EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL, INC. Full-time POSITIONS INCLUDE Office Manager (1st shift) Biller/Registrar (1st shift) Registrar (2nd shift, hours vary) Medical Office Assistant (MOA) (2nd shift, hours vary) at Mountain Family Care Center Competitive Salary Shift Differential Full-time Benefits include vacation, health, dental, life, vision and cancer insurance, retirement plan, medicine at a reduced cost. To apply: apply in person at Human Resources of Ashe Memorial Hospital or mail your resume to Attn: Human Resources, Ashe Memorial Hospital, Inc., 200 Hospital Ave, Jefferson, NC 28640, on-line at www.ashememorial.org or email to hr@ashememorial.org. Triangle Vending Company has an immediate opening for a vending route delivery person. Please apply at the Dr. Pepper Distribution Center office, located on Hwy. 163, West Jefferson, between the hours of 8:00 am - 4:00 pm daily. The Ashe County Board of Commis­ sioners is seeking citizens to serve on a special "Blue Ribbon Panel" to work with the Commissioners and the Ashe County Planning Board for the purpose of studying Comprehensive Land Use Planning. This panel will provide input into the discussion of Comprehensive Land Use Planning. Applicants must be willing to attend meetings on a regular basis. Applications can be picked up at the Ashe County Administrative Offices in Suite 2500 of the County Courthouse or online at http:/ /www.ashecountygov. com/Planning/index.htm. is now taking applications from enthusiastic, customer service oriented individuals for fulltime seasonal employment for the upcoming ski season beginning November 16th. Applications are being accepted for the following areas: Snowmaking Reservations Nursery Office Security Ski Shop Equipment Rentals Dr. Pepper Bottling Company has an immediate opening for a route delivery person in the West Jefferson area. JL o everyone who has helped us since our house fire on August 15th of this year. We would like to Thank Northwestern Housing at Oak Grove Village, McDonald's and all McDonald's employees, Mt. Olive Baptist Church, Big Flatts Church, Pine Swamp Baptist Church, Bea­ ver Creek Baptist Church, JJF. Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church, Bethal Church, Old Fields Church, Beaver Creek Church, Wilderness Church, Orion Church, Midway Church, Glendalc Springs Baptist Church, Mis­ sion Home Baptist Church, Calvary Freewill Baptist Church, the Sharing Center, The Pregnancy Center, Mount Jefferson Child Development Day­ care Center, Skyline Telephone, Westwood Elementary School, New river Fire Department, Gamily Dollar, Catwissa Lumber, Meineke Car Care Center, Bargain Basket* Walmart, Cato's, Ashe Association of Realtors, Avery-Watauga Association of Realtors, Ricky Goodman's family, and all of our friend, family's in Ashe County, our Family member, and everyone who has helped us out. All of the things that have been donated have went to great use. It's hard to start over when everything is lost in a house lire, but Thanks to the love and support form everyone we are starting to get back on our feet. Keep us in you thoughts and prayers, r—Thanks to Everyone with love from, vCj The Goodman Family �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY , SEPTEMBER 21, 2007 PAGE 7B Classifieds 290-Horses & Livestock 310-Musical PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 800-745-3950 330-Pets Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information Miscellaneous For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 Need home or office cleaned? Can give ref­ erences. Call 336-9771599 or 336-977-4933. The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. Make Money Fast with a Classified ad. Call us at 846-7164 PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. Acme - Piano Man 300- BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. 330-Pets ••GJMkValcf-IM: Grands - Consoles new & rebuilt - We lease, buy, move, tune, refinish & rebuild pianos 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb Free Australian / Chow mix puppies. Call 336846-3939, ask for Lori or Ed Robinson. FREE T5 goo3 homes: 6 kittens: 4 ong-haired black & white kittens, 1 shorthaired calico & 1 shortnaired orange & white kitten. If interested call 336-384-1982. I 336-877-2330 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. WANTED: ] Classifieds Work! The Jefferson Post Your Classified AdsI The Jefferson Post • 846-7164 846-7164 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. For Sale 1997 Isuzu Rodeo 160,000 miles, silver, 4 wheel drive, air, AM/FM.CD player. $2700.00. 336-977-0982. 200-Auto Parts/Services Ashe Body Shop prop­ erty sold. Mechanical equiptment, office equiptment and other items for sale. Come by or call 336-877-7969. 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our lor rent" sections. Call us at 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent For rent remodled farm house. Available Octo­ ber 1st. Furnished ap­ pliances. 3 small bed­ rooms upstairs, 1 large bedroom down stairs, living room, dining room, kitchen. $550 a month. One month de­ posit required. No pets. 336-384-3913. MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF CLUB. Brand new 3BR, 3BA townhome with beautiful mountain views over looking the fairways at Mountain Aire Golf Club in West Jefferson. 3000 square feet with lots of storage for a perfect rental while building. Six month minimum lease at $1500 per month. 336-877-4107. Buy It! Sell It! , Find It! in The Jefferson Post Classifieds 336-846-7164 r# LAWN CARE 1®= GRADING M CALHOUN CLEARING & GRADING • Foundations • Drainage/Erosion Control • Land Clearing • Road Construction • Water Gardens & Landscaping pruce Hill Apts Appli­ cations are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC 'One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments 'Handicapped accessible 'Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance I m I available For more information. Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 Let our Classified Ads go to work for You! Call us at 846-7164 $$$$$$$$$$$$$$ 460-Mobile Homes for Rent 490-Houses/ Apts. for Sale For Sale_J>y owner: view of the New River. 1940 sq ft county cot­ tage 4 bedroom, large den with fireplace, kitchen, dining room, utility room. $159,000. For more information call 336-977-2053. Check Out the Jefferson Post for the latest deals on 500-Mobile Homes for Sale Mobile Homes by Local Dealers 530-Lots & Acreage Jefferson office space. Across from post office upstairs. 4/5 rooms. $400 a month plus utilities. Call Annie 336-846-1651. > Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. VI 1 ROOFING Appalachian Roofing Co. -V Lawn Services Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and part time residents of Ashe County! Wc arc professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. ATTENTION: ALL FUTURE HOME BUY­ ERS!! Just in 4 MONTHS Winter Will Be Upon Us. You Need To Buy Now So You Can Be In Your New Home Before Cold and Snowy Weather 'Sets In. Call For Appoint­ ment At 336-973-2335 Freedom Homes Ask For D S Prevette. 440-Offices, Bldgs., For Rent/Lease or Sale ; H&J rNorthwest Lawn Care, Inc. 500-Mobile Homes for Sale Large 2 BR mobile home on Hwy 163 1 mile from Leviton River Plant. Lease, first & last. No pets. Call after 6pm. 828-964-6830. West JeffersonAvailable Immediately! Apartment in quiet neighborhood, 2 bed­ room/2 bath Located: 607 Mountain Avenue Apt. #3. Large, modern kitchen with dishwash­ er, oak cabinets, Effi­ cient Electric Heat! Storage room with Washer/Dryer hook­ ups. Rent $475/mo. One year lease, depos­ it/references required, no pets. Call 336-3844734. LAWN SMtVICBSjPH^*2 \ Lot Maintenance ** Minor Landscaping «" ROOF I AT ASHE COUNTY ROOFINC Serving Ashe & Alleghany Counties FREE ESTIMATES FREE ESTIMATES Senior Citizens Discounts I* Licensed in Morth (aroliiia & VA Serving Wilkes and Surrounding Counties Install roofing of all kinds Koof Painting I • Insured & ALL Work Guaranteed 9464 Hwy 16 N • Grassy Creek, NC 28631 "Since J 989" Thomas Reed - Owner 336-982-4651 336-246-3434 Wesley Calhoun 977-9040 • 846-4688 • 977-4882 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent North Wilkesboro V336-385-8563 ^445 Wadt Vannoy Dr. * West Jefferson, NC/ 2S Years /Experience FRO: ESTIMATES 3 3 6 - 6 7 0 - 3 5 5 4 Allen Miller ap TREE SERVICE xMHHB BOB'S TREE SERVICE •Sony •Sharp ROOP'S ROOFING All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs Mountain View w TV Center lvu™ "Ikcjk fymtny ,pioneer "Fully Insured" 'Panasonic Skdwtic Sxfunfo" v & Tree Service Hedge Trimming, Landscaping, Bush hogging All Dangerous Trees Bob Cox 780 Anderson Hill Rd.« Lansing, NC VCell: 977-2978 Home: 384-4978 Owner: Charles Roop Lansing, NC TREE / STUMP SERVICR)« || •Tree Trimming • Tree Removal • Dump Truck • Chipper • Clearing Lots • Cutting Views • FREE ESTIMATES ,Samsung 336-246-HDTV (4388) Fax: 336-246-2443 336-384-2063 , Serving the High Country 607C S. Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 FREE ESTIMATES! 336-384-3033 w OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE itpitsra Kay COHWS Tree, Service, JOEf Tree ToppingJrimming and Removal X V AND Free Estimates Fully Insured 35 Years Experience feJ SATELLITE I RECT V Phone: 336-246-5634 SALES be SERVICE JVC ZENILHJ^ TV'S & HOME THEATRES cs HOME REPAIRS Appleseed Mountain Welding I Decks • Remodeling • Pressure Washing • Replacement Windows • Painting INSURED'FREE ESTIMATES P.O. Box 276 • Warrensville, NC 28693 John Barker 336-384-3222 Kenny Spencer 336-384-2761 • cell: 877-7829a Stainless Steel Aluminum Mild SlBBl Handmade Gates Ashe County's ONLY NC DOT Certified Pipe Welder Shop located at: 245 Von Turner Rd. 'West Jefferson, NC Phone: 336-877-7511 James Ellis - Owner 17 years experience Industrial • Commercial • Residential I <fpat££X 4 Repairs • Appliance Installation • Basement Remodeling •SR IRWIN DRAFTING AND DESIGN Specializing! in: Custom house plans Remodeling plans Material estimates Scaled models Experienced in the construction industry Jacob Irwin J csr lomesites 'Spring Work Natrian osborhe Owner •Siding •Interior Trim -Rock Work • Patios •Decks LICENSED & INSURED FREE ESTIMATES ALL TYPES OF GRADING • Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds Contact Robert Holman • Land Clearing • Road Building Office: 828-963-4069 Fax:828-963-8610 • Septic Systems • Basements • Footers q,||. 828-773-6736 CSR JOB Too SMALL!' • Lot Clearing • Basement/Footers • Ponds • Ditching IHSVHED • Driveways • Gravel, Mulch, Dirt Michael Pennington 336-385-2346 Mobile: 336-977-1312 -Buildings k ph: 1-336-620-1241 ph2:1-336-982-6563 http://home.eartlink.net/~npo/ K No Job Too Small or Too Large! ^XCAVATIIVG No Where Quality is a Tradition All Work Guaranteed / Licensed, Bonded & Insured ( ^Mountain Field £xcavating & Mauling & Contracting Co. 336-877-5010 982-3335 Herb Mckittrick Cell: 336-977-1455 336-384-9192 Email: jacobjrwin@yahoo.corr Sparta. N.C. 26675 Authorized Technicians On Board JO Plus Years Experience Seasonal Opening & Closing All types of repairs and maintenance for your home or business. All calls returned. Maintenance Contracts by request. DRATTIIVG & DESIGN ^e.aixiaa£ Boone Grading Co., J„c< {'teat TV/p • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Commercial Residential Customized Handmade Fences 24 Hnue Welding Service Portable Units lor On site Welding °f"e S'op ftr Quality Home Repairs I GRAPHIC OESIGN 2)T isr SATVITATIOTV S&RVIC12 Meeting all your Graphic Design No job too big or too small! 336-982-5145 fireflycanoe@yahoo.com -vwos Sanitation * Finally Here! It's A Private Trash Service for Ashe County! G/V; S William & Amy Phillips L e We are now accepting new accounts Garbage Service includes: Weekly or Biweekly Pickup Residential, Light Commercial and Small Business Accepted Contact us at: 828-394-4944, 828-292-3211 or 336-977-0500 Toll Free: 877-217-9866 • 8am - 6pm �PAGE 8B FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 535-Commercial Property Commercial Building in Lansing for R3nt, 1034 sq fett. $300 561-750-2399 1115Professionals WILKES COMMUNITY COLLEGE TANNING OPERATOR TRAIN­ ING Wilkes Community College's Continuning Education Department will be offering two tan­ ning Facility Operator training classes at the Wilkes Campus on Sat­ urday, September 22 and Saturday, October 20 from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm each day. Registration costs for the class will be $50.00. Pre-registration is required. To pre-register, contact, Phyllis VanHoy or Dena Wiles at (336) 838-6166 or (336) 838-6210. 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as CoExecutor of the Estate of Hettie B Brooks, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this Is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against said es­ tate to present them to the undersigned at PO Box 291 Jefferson, North Carolina 28640 on or before the 31st day of November, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This is the 27th day of August, 2007. Patsy E. Miller Executor/Administrator for the Estate of Hettie B. Brooks 06SP90 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, ASHE COUNTY 1195-Legals 1195-Legals cured by the said Deed of Trust and the under­ signed, Lisa S. Camp­ bell, having been sub­ stituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly re­ corded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina, and the hold­ er of the note evidenc­ ing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be fore­ closed, the under­ signed Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and custom­ ary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on October 5, 2007 at 11:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situ­ ated in Ashe County, North Carolina, to wit: BEGINNING on a 1/2 inch rebar set, said rebar being S. 57-44-11 E. 228.60 feet from a 1/2 inch rebar found at a pine stump, a corner in the northern line of said Day property, thence with a new line, six courses, 1. thence N. 72-04-18 E. 183.01 feet to a 1/2 inch rebar set, 2. thence S. 46-2334 E. 80.22 feet to a 1/2 inch rebar set, 3. thence S. 05-22-15 E. 117.26 feet to a 1/2 inch rebar set, 4. thence N. 68-09-49 V/. 115.83 feet to a 1/2 inch rebar set, 5. thence N. 80-49-34 W. 117.85 feet to a 1/2 inch rebar set, 6. thence N. 19-43-42 W. 57.23 feet to the BE­ GINNING, containing 0.550 acres as caclulated by coordinate ge­ ometry, from field date gathered by The Tho­ mas Herman Compa­ ny, P.O. Box 519, Jef­ ferson, NC 286400519, (336) 246-3352, PLS L-2633, dated De­ cember 21, 1001. Job ft 99030301. Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale con­ tained in that certain Deed of Trust executed 15275-190 by MARVIN W. DAY GPIN 298301113872 AND MELINDA C. DAY to JOHN J. OWENS, Save and except any Trustee(s), which was releases, deeds of re­ dated June 27, 2005 lease or prior convey­ and recorded on July 1, ances of record. 2005 in Book 00331 at Page 0337, Ashe Said property is com­ County Registry, North monly known as 2665 Carolina. Phillips Gap Road, West Jefferson, NC Default having been 28694. made in the payment of the note thereby se- A cash deposit (no per- 1195-Legals 1195-Legals sonal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Sev­ en Hundred Fifty Dol­ lars ($750.00), which­ ever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statu­ tory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immedi­ ately due and owing. NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY NOTICE OF GENERAL ELECTION; NOTICE TO CREDITORS FILE NO. 07-SP-117 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Municipal Elections will be held in Ashe County in the towns of Jefferson, Lansing and West Jef­ ferson on Tuesday, No­ vember 6th, 2007. The polls will be open at 6:30 A.M. and will close at 7:30 P.M. Having qualified as Ex­ ecutor of the Estate of Juanita Davis Richard­ son, late of Ashe Coun­ ty, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 516 D Mount Jefferson State Park Road, West Jefferson North Carolina 28694 on or before the 21st day of December, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. Said property to be of­ fered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance "AS IS WHERE IS." There are no represen­ tations of warranty re­ lating to the title or any physical, environmen­ tal, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all pri­ or liens, unpaid taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encum­ brances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the under­ signed, the current owner(s) of the proper­ ty is/are Marvin W. Day. IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DIVISION ADRIANNA IGLESIAS, minor, AN­ DREA IGLESIAS AND DEBI RODRIGUEZ Petitioners. BIPQRXOFPRiMrt SALE AND INVR-AIIQIimBLUPSETIJNr CREASED BID 1195-Legals ffere kitty, kitty" You'd think it would b e e a s y to spot a kid with a vision problem, but the signs aren't always s o obvious. O n e in four children hos a vision problem, but only a n e y e doctor c a n tell for sure. And, since 8 0 percent of all childhood learning is visual, good grades and good The following offices will be submitted to the voters: Jefferson, May­ or & 2 Alderman each for a 4 yr term, Lans­ ing, Mayor, & 2 Alder­ man each for a 4 year term & 1 Alderman for a 2 yr unexpired term and West Jefferson, Mayor, & 2 Alderman each for a 4 yr term. This is the 18th day of September 2007. The registration books will close on Friday, Larry Dwayne October 12th, 2007 at Richardson 5:00 PM. There will be Executor for the Estate NO form of Absentee of Juanita Davis Voting in the November Richardson 2007 Municipal Elec­ tions. vision g o h a n d in h a n d . For more information, visit www.checkyearly.com. Under and by virtue of an Order of Sale of the Superior Court of Ashe County, North Carolina, made in the above enti­ tled special proceed­ ings, the undersigned Commissioner has asked the Clerk of Su­ perior Court of Ashe County to approve a private sale of the fol­ lowing tract or parcel of land, lying and being in the Obids Township, Ashe County, North Persons who are not Carolina, and being certain of their registra­ more particularly de­ tion status or their pre­ scribed as follows: cinct location should contact the County BEING all of Lot No. Board of Elections in 167 in the Blue Rldge Jefferson. The office is Lisa S. Campbell Manor Subdivision as open Monday through shown on plat of the Friday from 8 to 12 and Substitute Trustee same record in Plat 1 to 5. The phone Book 6, at page 607, PO Box 4006 number is 219- 2570. Ashe County Registry, Wilmington, NC 28406 PHONE: 910-392- to which recorded plat Registration facilities reference is hereby 4971 and polling places are made for specific loca­ FAX: 910-392-8051 accessible to the elder­ tion and description of ly and handicapped. In File No.: 06-06116 said lots. the case of a voter not being able to enter the NOTICE TO A bid of $45,000 has polling place, they may CREDITORS been submitted to the vote curbside during undersigned Commis­ the hours that the polls Having qualified as Ex­ sioner. Increased or are open. ecutrix of the Estate of upset bid on the prop­ Leola Bare, late of erty hereinabove de­ The Ashe County Eye strain from Ashe County, North scribed is invited and Board of Elections will computer use Carolina, this is to may be made through meet on Monday No­ notify all persons is the number one September 28, 2007, at vember 5th at 5:00 having claims against 5:00 o'clock p.m. by P.M. at the office, Suite i complaint of office said estate to present depositing $2,362.50 in 2100 on the second I workers. Talk to your them to the under­ eyecare professional the office of the Clerk floor of the Courthouse, signed at 2577 Idlewild about computer eye­ in Jefferson. Canvass of Superior Court of Road West Jefferson, wear to help prevent will be on Tuesday, No­ Ashe County; and if North Carolina 28694 vember 13th, 2007 at eye strain. this is done, future on or before the 14th 11:00 AM, in the office sales will be public day of December, sales at the Court­ in Jefferson. The Via ionCouncil of Amoflcq (ocomiu»nd» regular eyo oxam.i 2007, or this Notice will house door. If no in­ for you am! your IcimlJy to t»r»BUr& be pleaded in bar to Dated this the 21st day | Imullhy vision. creased or upset bid is their recovery. All per­ 2007 filed with the Court dur­ of September sons indebted to the Ralph G Bare, ing this period, the Un­ estate will please make Chairman Ashe County dersigned Commis­ immediate payment to sioner will apply to the Board of Elections the undersigned. Court for a confirmation Check Yearly, of said private sale. See ClearlyThis is the 12th day of September, 2007. This is the 11 day of www.checkyearly.com September, 2007. Christy Winebarger Executor/Administrator for the Estate of Leola Bare IMJr FwtAurwmai* t^kYeorty. SttO CkXirly* I work. Therefore, eye strain. Check us out on the web! www.jeffersonpost.com Now through September 28, 2007 Join Blue Ridge Energies for Subscribe to the Post today! 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If you do not meet the requirements per cycle, your account will still function as a free checking account earning 0.10% APY, however it will not receive ATM refunds Ior that time period. Rates as of September 1, 2007. We may change the interest rate and APY at any time after the account is opened. No minimum balance required, however you must deposit a minimum of $100 to open this account. Available to personal accounts only, No monthly service charge. ©2007 CommunityOuc Bank, N.A., Member FDIC 10^ per gallon discount for now propane customers! Switching is easy contact Blue Ridge Energies. (250 gallon Boone: 2491 Hwy 421 S • 828-264-3521 Conover: 911 1st Street, West • 828-267-9944 Lenoir: 219 Nuway Circle, NE • 828-758-4401 Sparta: 1889 Highway 21, S. • 336-372-1742 West Jefferson: 716 Mt Jefferson Rd • 336-246-2421 minimum fank size) Showrooms located in Blue Ridge Electric district offices www.BlueRidgeEnergies.com Open Monday through Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 76 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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The Cleanwater Management Trust Fund grants are designed to pro­ tect and restore surface water quality and will fund NCNR projects on Boone (Kraut) Creek, the New's East Fork, and NCNR's River Builder program. The grants will make it possible for NCNR to employ a combination of strategies designed to protect the water quality of the New River and its tributaries. The strategies include planting riparian buf­ fers such as native grasses, shrubs, and trees, the roots of which hold streambanks in place, filter pollutants, shade the water to keep it cool for fish and other aquat­ ics, and provide habitat for birds, mammals, and insects. Other restoration tools to be used will include the sloping of banks; the installation of structures in the waterway to deflect water away from streambanks to prevent ero­ sion and to improve fish habi­ tat; and/or moving streams to more stable paths. Created in 1996 by the General Assembly of North Carolina, CWMTF makes grants to local governments, state agencies and conser­ vation non-profits to help finance projects that spe­ cifically address water pol­ lution problems, enhance or restore degraded waters, protect unpolluted waters, and/or contribute toward a network of riparian buffers and greenways for environ­ mental, educational, and rec­ reational benefits. Thanks to appropriations from the NC General Assembly, CWMTF has awarded 943 grants for a total of $711.5 million. The trust fund estimates that more than $17 billion is need­ ed to protect and restore wa­ ter quality in North Carolina. The $20.7 billion state budget Post photo by Linda Burchette just approved by the North Carolina General Assembly It was a glorious day for the first outdoor Festival Latino in downtown West Jefferson. Lively music, traditional and modern includes full funding—$100 dancing, authentic food and hands-on crafts attracted a large portion of the county's Latino population along with many other area residents and visitors. The local celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month was held on the back street and served million—for the Trust Fund. NCNR's mission is to pro- as a fundraiser for the Ashe County Latino Center, assisting the county's Spanish-speaking residents and the agencies who See Grant, page 5 serve them. Latino festival 'muy bien' County's heritage is theme for Holiday Parade ticipate is welcome. Trans­ portation for them will be Organizers are planning provided by Heritage Dodge to honor Ashe County's heri­ Chrysler Jeep. tage as the theme for this The Ashe County High year's Parker Tie "Do It Best" School Husky Van Guard Holiday Parade. Marching Band and Steel Scheduled for Saturday, Drum Band plan to partici­ Nov. 10 at 2 p.m. in down­ pate and the Ashe County town West Jefferson, the pa­ Middle School Bulldog Band rade is organized by the West is invited. Sen. Steve Goss Jefferson Lions Club. The pa­ and Rep. Cullie Tarleton are rade will feature the county's expected to attend. Floats, oldest man and woman who marching and walking units, can participate as grand vehicles and emergency ser­ marshals. Anyone age 90 and vices of all descriptions are over who would like to par­ encouraged to participate. by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Show your pride with the theme of "Celebrating Our Heritage." . Prizes for entries will be as follows: Best Business Unit, $200 for 1" place and $100 for 2nd place; Best Non­ profit Unit, $200 for l'1 place and $100 for 2nd place; Best Youth Group Under Age 13, $100; and Best Youth Group Ages 13-18, $100. Parade participants are invited to fill out an applica­ tion with a deadline of Nov. 1. Applications can be picked up and returned to Parker Tie Company, Friendly Shoe Store, West Jefferson Town Hall, People's Drug Store and the Ashe County Cham­ ber of Commerce. Or for ap­ plications and information, call 246-6161 or 384-4502, provide your name, address and phone number, and an application will be mailed to you. Return mailed applica­ tions to: West Jefferson Lions Club, P.O. Box 1321, West Jefferson, NC 28694. Grand sponsor of the pa­ rade is Parker Tie Company. Other sponsors include Heri­ tage Dodge Chrysler Jeep, Dr Pepper, West Jefferson Chev­ rolet, American Emergency Vehicles, Ashe Federal Bank and the Villages of Ashe. Applications must be re­ ceived by Nov. 1 to plan the lineup. Late applications may be denied or allowed with a fee of $10 to cover the extra problems this causes unless the entry is deemed to be of special benefit to the parade. Parade participants must agree to follow all directions and instructions and be re­ sponsible for any damages or injuries caused. Participants must be in their assigned starting spot by 1:30 p.m. on parade day. All motor vehicle operators must have a valid driver's license. The parade begins near the Ride With Pride Carwash on South Jefferson Avenue, travels north along Jefferson Avenue, and ends at South­ ern States on US 221 Busi­ ness. The staging area for horse units will again be at Howell's Feed and Seed at 1102 South Jefferson Av­ enue. Is your water safe? The Ashe County Center of the North Carolina Coop­ erative Extension Service will conduct a drinking wa­ ter screening for private wa­ ter supplies throughout the county on Tuesday, Oct. 2. You can have your drink­ ing water screened each year for bacteria and nitrates if your water comes from a well that is 5 years or older or your drinking water comes from a spring. The screening will take place from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Agricultural Service Center conference room in Jef­ ferson. Cost is $12, and up to 200 samples will be screened for nitrates and bacteria. If you wish to participate, on the morning of the screen­ ing collect a water sample by allowing water to run 3-5 min­ utes, then draw at least two cups of water from the kitchen faucet into a clean container, such as a small plastic soda bottle or half gallon milk jug. Clean glass jars may also be used, but no metal containers or metal lids. Containers will not be returned. Containers Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com cla8sified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com should be labeled with name, address and telephone num­ ber. Bring the sample to the water screening between the service times. Human or animal waste, such as septic leachate or manure, can release high amounts of nitrate into the soil where it enters well or spring water along with other components of the waste. Ni­ trate is also an ingredient in fertilizer that can enter well or spring water if it is spilled or if it is not correctly applied. Excessive nitrate in drinking water has been linked to cer­ tain types of cancer. Nitrate can also cause a condition known as "blue baby syn­ drome" in infants younger than 6 months. This is a risk if the infant is drinking for­ mula made from water with a high nitrate level. Pregnant women and nursing mothers are also advised not to drink water with a high nitrate con­ centration. Coliform bacteria are"indi­ cators." If they are present in your drinking water supply, See Water, page 5 'Knights' opens Thursday Post photo by Linda Burchette The all-male cast of Ashe County Little Theatre's The Last Meeting of the Knights of the White Magnolia will tickle your funny bone as they digress from their original purpose into something a bit less formal. See the play at Ashe Civic Center Sept. 27-30. See page 3 for more information about the play. College presents Job Fair today Best-selling author at Skyland Books Ashe Campus of Wilkes Community College, county government, the JobLink Career Center, the Chamber of Commerce and WKSK Radio will present a Job Fair today (Sept. 25) between 2 and 6 p.m. in the gymnasium at Family Central. There will be a large selection of job offers, plus information about area businesses. There will also be door prizes and food (for purchase) presented by Morning Star Cafe. For more information, call the JobLink at 9825627, Wilkes Community College at 846-3900 ext. 224 or the Chamber at 846-9550. One of the most outstanding authors to ever visit the county will be at Skyland Books & Gifts this Thursday, Sept. 27. Sara Gruen, author of the number one bestselling book "Water for Elephants," will meet local residents and sign books from 11 a.m. to noon. The book has been number one on the New York Times paperback fiction bestseller list for 10 weeks and was number one on the Booksense (independent bookstores) bestseller list for months as a hardback and later as a paperback. It also won the 2007 Booksense Book of the Year award for adult fiction and is expected to reach a million in sales by the end of September. "Water for Elephants" tells the story of a 90year-old nursing home resident who recalls his life and adventures with a traveling circus during the Depression. Gruen is a Canadian-born dual citizen who came to the U.S. in 1999. Her first two books were "Riding Lessons " and "Flying Changes." Her fourth book, "Ape House," is scheduled for release in October 2008—with more projects in the works for the future. For more information, call the store at 8462660. �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Maggie Osborn Roten Creston, N.C. March 17,1929 September 17, 2007 Mrs. Maggie Osborne Ro­ ten, age 78, pf Creston, NC, died Monday, September 17, 2007 at Ashe Memorial Hos­ pital. Mrs. Roten was born March 17,1929 in Ashe County to the late George and Rhoda Roten Osborne. In addition to her parents she was also preced­ ed in death by her husband, Albert Roten; a son, Robert Roten; and an infant daugh­ ter; Judy Roten. She was a member of the Big Laurel Church of Christ in Christian Union. She enjoyed garden­ ing and walking. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, Sep­ tember 20, 2007 at the Big Laurel Church of Christ in Christian Union by Rev. Darrell Graybeal. Burial follow ed in the Roten Cemetery. The family received friends from 1 to 2 p.m. prior to the service. Mrs. Roten is survived Lena Ashley McClure by: a daughter, Louise Viers of Laurel Springs; five sons, Jerry Roten, Leonard "LC" Roten, Larry Roten, and Gary Roten all of Creston, NC and Jamie Roten of McGrady, NC; two sisters, Pearl Flanagan of Hickory, NC and Burl Berry of Richmond, Va.; a brother, Junior Osborne of Creston, NC; a special friend, Bill Stillwell of Hickory, NC; caregiver, Trish Osborne of Creston, NC; 15 grandchil­ dren, 25 great-grandchildren, and two great-great grand­ children. Several nieces and nephews also survive. Flowers will be appreci­ ated or memorials may be made to: Roten Cemetery do Junior Osborne Creston, NC 28615 or Big Laurel Church of Christ in Christian Union do Cindy Lewis 8572 NC Hwy 88 W. Warrensville, NC 28694 You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Janet Maxine Pybas Kelly Grassy Creek, N.C. April 17,1917 September 18, 2007 Mrs. Janet Maxine Pybas Kelly, age 75, of Grassy Creek passed away Tuesday night, September 18, 2007 at Seg­ raves Nursing Care Center. Graveside services were held on Monday, Septem­ ber 24, 2007 at 11 a.m. at Ashelawn Memorial Garden Cemetery with Pastor Emily Davis officiating. Family and friends were invited to meet at the Winner's Circle Res­ taurant after the graveside services in remembrance of Mrs. Kelly. Burial followed in Ashelawn Memorial Gardens. The fam­ ily received friends from 6:30 Jefferson, N.C. to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sep­ August 23, 1926 tember 19, 2007 at Ashelawn September 17, 2007 Juanita Williams Lena Ashley McClure, age Memorial Chapel. Memori­ als may be made to Segraves Harris 81, of Jefferson, NC, died Care Center, Attention: BrenJefferson, N.C. Monday, September 17, 2007 da Johnson, 200 Hospital Av­ December 5,1913 at Segraves Care Center in enue, Jefferson, NC 28640. September 18, 2007 Jefferson, NC. Mrs. McClure is survived Juanita Williams Har­ Mrs. McClure was born by, a daughter: Kay Sexton ris, 93, of Jefferson, formerly August 23, 1926 in Whitetop, and husband Mark of West of Oldtown passed away on VA to the late Thomas and Jefferson, NC; a son, Rever­ Tuesday, Sept. 18, 2007. Barbara Wyatt Ashley. In end Joey McClure and wife She was a long time mem­ addition to her parents, she Holly of Lansing, NC; two ber of Salem Baptist Church was preceded in death by sisters, Georgia McClure of and the Rachel Sunday School her husband, Reverend Levi Jefferson, NC and Kathleen Class. She was born to I.B. Hayes McClure. Mrs. McClure McClure of Holtwood, PA, a and Sophia Long Williams on worked as a seamstress in a grandchild, Chelsea Sexton, Dec. 5, 1913 in Yadkin Coun­ textile plant. and several nieces and neph­ ty. She retired from Western Funeral services were held ews also survive. Electric in 1971 with 24 years Thursday, September 20,2007 You may send condolences of service. at 11:00 a.m. at Ashelawn Me­ to the family through our She was preceded in death morial Chapel in Jefferson, website www.ashelawn.com. by her husband Roy Har­ NC by Dr. Calvin Miller, Rev. Ashelawn Memorial Cha­ ris; brothers, Fred, Hubert, Tommy Dollar, Rev. Fred Rich­ pel is in charge of the arrange­ Charlie and Arvil Williams ardson, and Mr. Ward Sexton. ments. all of Yadkin County, and her Badger Funeral Home Chapel sisters, Bessie Powers of Dan­ by Rev. Glen Woodie and Rev. ville, VA and Annie Worley Gene Roten. Burial followed of Winston-Salem. Juanita is in the Haw Orchard Cem­ survived by one sister, Cecile etery. The family received Worrell, who she lived with friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 19 at Bad­ Donna Gaye Miller ger Funeral Home. Stanley Mr. Mullis is survived by Lansing, N.C. 1 his wife, Selma Osborne Mul­ August 27,1950 lis of the home; a son, Billy September 19, 2007 Joe Mullis of Lenoir, NC; his Donna Gaye Miller Stanley, mother: Stella Mae Reeves age 57, passed away Wednes­ Mullis of West Jefferson, NC; two brothers, Jerry Mullis day, September 19, 2007 at Billy Gene Mullis of Wilkesboro, NC and Dale her home in Lansing, NC. Mrs. Stanley was born Au­ Valdese, N.C. Mullis of Fleetwood, NC; two Died September 17, 2007 sisters, Linda Mullis of West gust 27, 1950 in Jefferson, Mr. Billy Gene Mullis age Jefferson, NC and Shirley NC to Walter Todd Miller and 54 of Valdese, NC died Mon­ Tincher of Jefferson, NC; one Chessie Miller Bowers. In ad­ day at his home. Mr. Mul­ step-grandchild, several niec­ dition to her father, she was lis was born in Ashe County es and nephews, and step- preceded in death by three brothers, Bill, Ray, and Jim to Clarence and Stella Mae nieces and nephews. Reeves Mullis. He was pre­ You may email your condo­ Miller. Mrs. Stanley was a ceded in death by his father lences to the family through member of New Home Baptist and step-son, Jonathan Bell our website at www.badgerfu- Church. She was employed as a machine operator at United rv. neralhome.com. Funeral services weree Badger Funeral Home is in Chemi-Con. Funeral services were held held at 11 a.m., Thursday, charge of the arrangements. Saturday, September 22,2007 September 20, 2007 at the at 11 a.m. at Ashelawn Me­ late Joseph Hocker and Mary morial Chapel in Jefferson, Ellen Edge Hocker. She worked NC by Rev. Joey McClure and at a registered nurse for Ashe Rev. Tommy Dollar. Burial County Health Department, Robert "Bob" Ashe Memorial Hospital and Ashe Services for the Aging Edward Mash for 45 years. Hiddenite, N.C. She was also preceded in September 12,1931 death by her husband, HerSeptember 18, 2007 mon Hicks Richardson and a Robert "Bob" Edward Mash daughter, Melinda Richardson of Hiddenite, passed away Faulkner. Tuesday September 18, 2007, She is survived by a son, at Davis Regional Medical Brien Richardson (Bruno) and Center, after a lengthy period wife, Terry, of Jefferson; two of declining health. daughters, Alma Richardson, Born on September 12, of Sparta and Louise Drake 1931, in Ashe County, he was Gladys Ann Hocker and husband, Kenneth, of Yu- son of the late Herman H. lee, Florida; a brother, Henry Mash and Viola Miller Mash. Richardson Hocker, of Long Island, New Mr. Mash was of the Baptist Crumpler, N.C. York; a sister, Louise Frank, of faith. He was a retired truck April 17,1917 Long Island, New York; seven driver. He was employed with September 16, 2007 Mrs. Gladys Ann Hocker grandchildren, Alex Richard­ Southern Paper Box for a Richardson, age 69, of Crum­ son, Jake Richardson, Cori number of years and was also pler, died Sunday night, Sep­ Richardson, LeeAnn Richard­ an Alexander County Deputy tember 16, 2007 at her resi­ son, Logan Richardson, Andy Sheriff for a short period of Roberts and David Faulkner; time. After retirement, he en­ dence. Funeral services were held many nieces and nephews joyed farming. on Wednesday, September 19, also survive. In addition to his parents, In lieu of flowers memorials he is preceeded in death by 2007 at 11 a.m. at St. Mary's Episcopalian Church with may be made to: Ashe County one sister Willa Jean Mash, Rev. Shirley Long officiating. Cancer Association for West- one brother James C. Mash Burial followed in the Rich­ wood Elementary School, PO and wife Peggy, one sister-inardson Family Cemetery in Box 947, West Jefferson, NC law Hilda Bumgarner Mash. 28694. Rugby, Virginia. Mr. Mash is survived by You may give the family his wife of 42 years, Lu­ The family received friends froni 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, your condolences at our web­ cille Mayberry Mash, three September 18, 2007 at Boone site www.boonefuneralhome. daughters Kathy Johnson com. and husband David of WilFamily Funeral Home. Boone Family Funeral liamston, SC, Becky Barnett Mrs, Richardson was born in Long Island, New York on Home of West Jefferson is in and Denny Lail of Claremont, Sunday, May 29, 1938 to the charge of these arrangements. Sherry Greenlee and hus­ band Marshall of Hiddenite, one son Todd Morrison and wife Jona of Hiddenite, seven Yore ofUtuarlea ovM 6e faund (M, 5. grandchildren and four step grandchildren, four great The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, September 23, 2007 at Boone Family Funeral Home. Mrs. Kelly was born in Boston, Massachusetts, on Friday, January 8,1932 to the late Charles Edward Pybas and Albertine Parent Pybas. She married Lawrence Kelly in 1982. She worked as a real estate agent. Locally she was known as the "Sweater Lady at the Farmer's Market." She is survived by her husband of 25 years, Law­ rence (Larry) Kelly, of the home; one son, Robert Hillery of New Hampshire; two daughters, Barbara Hillery, of Shirley, NY and Nancy Lu­ cas and husband, Darryl, of Little Falls, NY; three broth­ ers, Charles E. Pybas, Jr., Wil­ liam Pybas and James Pybas, all of Massachusetts; four grandchildren, Colton Lucas, Carson Lucas, Matthew Hill­ ery and Katie Hillery; several nieces and nephews also sur­ vive. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. in Jefferson. She is also sur­ vived by nieces Alice Thomp­ son, Martha Scott, Annie Lee Boaz, Jean Gray Skiado, Beverly Swain, Debra Carter, Gerry Tharington; and neph­ ews Joe Worrell, Robert Wil­ liams, Ben Williams, Glen Williams, Otis Williams, Tommy Powers, George Pow­ ers and Mark Powers, Steve Williams, many great-nieces and nephews and cousins. She is also survived by loving caregivers Wanda Austin, Ev­ elyn Outen, Kerry Loyd, Deb­ bie Pruitt, Alice and Jimmy Thompson. Funeral serves were con­ ducted at 2 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 20, 2007 at Vogler and Sons Reynolda Road Chapel with the Dr. Keith Franklin and Rev. Floyd Bowles offici­ ating. Burial followed in Oaklawn Memorial Gardens. The family received friends one hour before the service. Joann Howell Miller West Jefferson, N.C. April 17,1917 September 13, 2007 Mrs. Joann Howell Miller, age 61 of West Jefferson, NC died Monday, September 17, 2007 at Ashe Memorial Hos­ pital. Mrs. Miller was born July 29, 1946 in Ashe County to the late Wert and Grace Partick Howell. She was a member of South Beaver Baptist Church and attended Bethel Baptist Church. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m., Friday, September Cynthia Marie Simpkins Lakeland, Fla. October 24, 1959 September 19, 2007 Cynthia Marie Simpkins, age 47 of West Jefferson, NC, died Wednesday, September, 19, 2007. Ms. Simpkins was born Oc­ tober 24,1959 in Wilmington, Del., to Charles and Clara Testerman Simpkins. She was preceded in death by her mother. Ms. Simpkins is survived by a son, Dewayne Bowder of Hickory, NC; a daughter, Staci Miller of West Jefferson, NC; her father, Charles Simpkins Iona P. Rose wifollowed in Ashelawn Me­ Bel Air, Md. morial Gardens. The family October 13,1916 September 18, 2007 received friends from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, September Iona P. Rose, age 90, of Bel Air died at home on Tuesday, 21, 2007 at Ashelawn. Mrs. Stanley is survived September 18, 2007. She was by her husband, Harry "Bud" the beloved wife of the late Stanley; two sons, Randy Estes L. Rose. Stanley of Lansing and Scott Born October 13, 1916 in Stanley of Mountain City, Nathan's Creek, NC, she was Tenn.; a daughter, Cindy Cox the daughter of the late Winof West Jefferson, NC; her field and Jane Howell Pen­ mother, Chessie Bowers of nington. Jefferson, NC; a brother, Tom Mrs. Rose moved to Bel Air Miller of Wilkesboro, NC; two in October 1955 and has lived sisters, Betty Gambill and in Harford County for over Faye Flanagan, both of West 60 years. She was a homemaker, worked for the Glenn Jefferson, NC. Two grandchildren and L. Martin Aviation Company, several nieces and nephews the Bendix Corporation and Bata Shoe Company. During also survive. You may send condolences her years of employment she to the family through our installed electrical wiring in website www.ashelawn.com. WWII aircraft, assembled Ashelawn Memorial Chapel electrical components and is in charge of the arrange­ was a sewing machine opera­ tor. ments. Mrs. Rose was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church grandchildren, two step great and the Keenager's Club. She grandchildren, four brothers enjoyed vegetable and flower Ralph Mash and wife Nacy of gardening through her 90th Stony Point, Ray Mash, Rich­ year of life and was an excel­ ard Mash, Carl Mash and lent seamstress. wife Rita all of Taylorsville, Mrs. Rose is survived by one sister Kathy Mash Bow­ three daughters, Betty L. Fox man and husband Phillip of of Asheville, NC, Patricia L. Taylorsville. The family received friends 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday September 20, 2007 at Chap­ man Funeral Home, other times at the home. Pallbearers were Andrew Morrison, Aaron Morrison, Alex Vier a, Bill Vanstory, Lynn Sharpe, and Matt Greenlee. Honorary Pallbearers will be Dover Lackey, Jack Adams, Curtis Moore, Tim Chapman, and Larry Elder. Funeral services were 4 p.m. Friday September 21, 2007 in the Chapman Funer­ William Edward al Home Chapel, conducted Walters by Rev. Eddie Jolly, Rev. Lynn Jefferson, N.C. Hawkins, Rev. James DugOctober 14, 1916 ger, and Dr. Robert Swedlund. September 17, 2007 Burial followed in the South Mr. William Edward Wal­ River United Methodist ters, better known as "Bill" Church Cemetery. Memorials may be made died Monday evening, Sep­ to Hospice and Palliative tember 17, 2007 at Ashe Me­ Care of Iredell County, 2347 morial Hospital. Funeral services were Simonton Rd. Statesville, NC held on Thursday, September 28625. Notes of sympathy may be 20, 2007 at 3 p.m. at Friend­ e-mailed to the Mash family ship Baptist Church with at sympathycfh@bellsouth. Rev. Lonnie Jones, Rev. Mike net. Chapman Funeral Home Hamby, Rev. Reeves Jones will be assisting the Mash and Rev. Darrell Giles offici­ ating. Burial followed in the family. church cemetery with mili­ 21, 2007 at Badger Funeral Home Chapel by Rev. Mark Harless and Rev. Johnny Goodman. Burial followed in the Patrick Cemetery. The family received friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 20 at Badger Funeral Home. Mrs. Miller is survived by her husband, Jerry Miller of the home; a daughter, Melissa Miller of West Jefferson, NC; a son, Carl Miller of West Jefferson, NC; three sisters, Lizzy Royal of Lansing, NC, Brenda Hall of Jefferson, NC and Virginia Wyatt of North Wilkesboro, NC; three broth­ ers, Grover Howell of West Jefferson, NC, Lester Howell better know as Shorty of Ronda, NC and J. C. Howell of Ra­ leigh, NC; four grandchildren, Rachel and Kimberly Dillard and Austin and Abby Miller; several nieces and nephews also survive. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. of Crumpler, NC; three broth­ ers, Charles D. Simpkins of Deep Gap, NC, and Larry and Carl Simpkins, both of Dela­ ware; two Sisters, Brenda Soules of Sparta, NC and Regina Trivette of Todd, NC; one granddaughter and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Memorials may be made to the family: Charles Simpkins 857 George McMillian Rd. Crumpler, NC 28617 You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Colletta and husband George, of Whiteford, MD and Diane Hanna and husband, Mark of Airville, PA; six grandchil­ dren, Stephanie Bosley and husband Chris, of Bel Air, MD, Anastasia Trent and husband, Craig of Middletown, RI, Jessica A. Colletta of Towson, Md., Joshua Han­ na of Felton, Pa., Casey Han­ na of Airville, Pa. and Dana Edwards of Florida; and four great-grandchildren, Hailee Bosley, Logan Bosley, Madi­ son Bosley, all of Bel Air, Md. and Caroline Trent of Middletown, RI. In addition to her parents and husband, she was prede­ ceased by son-in-law, Wade Fox, husband of Betty L. Fox, step-daughter Christine Cull­ er; eight brothers, Gordon, Glenn, Frank, Jones, Roger, Guy, Woodrow and Carl Pen­ nington; and three sisters, Ola Howell, Blanche DiBennedetto and Fannie McMil­ lan. Family and friends called at the McComas Funeral Home, P.A., Abingdon, MD on Friday, September 21, 2007 from 4 to 8 p.m. Services were held at the Calvary Baptist Church, 206 E. Courtland Place, Bel Air, Md., on Sat­ urday, September 22, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. with Dr. Allan R. Carter officiating. Interment was in the Bel Air Memorial Gardens, Bel Air, MD. In lieu of flowers, contribu­ tions may be made to the Ron­ ald McDonald House, Attn: Ms. Mary Ann Rowan-Braim, 635 W. Lexington Street, Bal­ timore, MD 21210. Memory tributes may be sent to the family at mccomasfuneralhome.com. tary rites. The family received friends from 12:30 to 3 p.m. on Thurs­ day, prior to the funeral ser­ vice. Mr. Walters was born in Ashe County on Saturday, Oc­ tober 14,1916 to the late Joel Edward Walters and Hettie Josephine Little Walters. He served in the United States Army during World War II. Later in life, he worked as an agricultural farmer. He is survived by a brother Bower Walters, of Jefferson; a sister, Polly Walters, of Jeffer­ son; several nieces and neph­ ews also survive. The family requests no food please! Flowers accepted or me­ morials may be made to: Friendship Baptist Church Cemetery, do Ronnie Sturgill, 299 Sturgill Lane, Crumpler, NC 28617. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. - * — �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2007 PAGE 3 COMMUNITY NEWS The Raleigh Post by Rep. Cullie Tarleton by Rep. Cullie Tarleton N.C. House Special to the Post Many of us in the House spearheaded an effort this session to pass strong eth­ ics, lobbying, and campaign finance reforms that build on laws already recognized as among the most far-reaching in the nation. This year, all 120 House members complet­ ed the required ethics train­ ing during the first month of session, disclosed all relevant financial information and worked to resolve any con­ flicts of interest. We continue to ensure that our govern­ ment officials serve the public honestly and openly, and pun­ ish those who betray public trust. You would think such laws wouldn't be necessary but unfortunately as we know all too well, they are. Thank you for your allow­ ing me to share this informa­ tion with you and for all of Rep. Cullie Tarleton your support. Please feel free to contact me if I can be of as­ sistance. culliet@ncleg.net Pensions This session the General Assembly passed a new law that requires public officials and state workers found guilty of felony misconduct to forfeit their pensions. The bill (S659) applies to officials con­ victed of a federal or state of­ fense involving election fraud or public corruption commit­ ted in their official capacity. It covers legislators, judges, state and local employees and teachers. The law is not ret­ roactive and does not apply to officials already convicted of wrongdoing. Although we passed the Senate's bill, I cosponsored a companion bill in the House. Ethics Act This session we made more than 50 technical or clarifying changes to the State Govern­ ment Ethics Act, the Legisla­ tive Ethics Act and the Lob­ bying Law. One bill (HI 110) requires legislative employ­ ees to attend refresher ethics education every two years. Another bill (HI111) allows the Legislative Ethics Com­ mittee to prepare advisory memos for legislators and leg­ islative employees on ethical issues. It also makes ethics committee and State Ethics Commission meetings open to the public except for those involving minors, personnel records or other clearly pri­ vate matters. Candidate Convictions Under a new law, candi­ dates who have been con­ victed of a felony are required to disclose that information when running for office. Fel­ ony convictions do not per­ manently disqualify a person from running for public office. A person can run for public office once citizenship rights have been restored. Under the bill (S1218), candidates do not have to disclose a conviction if they were pardoned or if the conviction was dismissed on appeal or expunged from the candidate's record. Disbarred Judges and DAs The governor now has the power to immediately remove a disbarred judge or district attorney. The bill (SI18) also allows for the suspension of the disbarred lawyer's pay. However, the salary would be reinstated if the disbarment was reversed. The bill came after a district court judge lost his license but refused to leave his job, even though he was suspended from acting as a judge. Previously, state law required judges and DAs to be members of the bar in good standing, but did not provide for their removal. Legal Defense Funds This session we created a law to require legislators who establish legal defense funds to report donations to those accounts. Under the law cre­ ated by House Bill 1737, leg­ islators with these accounts now have to report donations and expenses each quarter. In addition, they also have to abide by restrictions simi­ lar to those for campaign ac­ counts. Donations from labor unions, insurance companies, corporations, business enti­ ties, or professional associa­ tions cannot exceed $4,000 each year. Cash donations cannot be more than $50 and the report must include de­ tailed information about con­ tributors such as occupation, place of employment, etc. Notes Members "of the House repealed a law that allowed chiropractors to charge pa­ tients the same co-payments as doctors. North Carolina was the only state with such a law, and while many of us, including myself, did not dis­ agree with the policy, they felt obligated to repeal the law since former House Speaker Jim Black inserted it as a special provision to a budget corrections bill in 2005. Black later acknowledged he had accepted cash payments from chiropractors that he did not report. Little Theatre debuts 'Knights' Thursday Opening night is this week as Ashe County Little Theatre presents The Last Meeting of the Knights of the White Mag­ nolia. This two act comedy will run from September 27 through September 30, with evening shows on September 27,28, and 29, with curtain at 7:30 p.m. and a Sunday mati­ nee on September 30 with curtain at 2:00 p.m. Directed by Michael Yelton, and produced by Linda Harms, this southern com­ edy was first presented at the Broadhurst Theater in New York and was awarded the 1977 Drama Desk Award for Outstanding New Play. Knights is set in the meet- ing room of the "Knights of the White Magnolia," located on the third floor of the Cattle­ man's Hotel in Bradleyville, Texas. The time is 1962, and the Knights have long ago lost sight of their initial pur­ pose; they now meet to share a game of dominoes and a bit of liquid refreshment. When a new recruit appears, the Knights have the opportunity to resurrect their initiation rite; what initially appears to be a serious drama soon re­ veals its true character - that of unbridled comedy. The cast is made up of both veteran ACLT members and talented newcomers. Bill Baker plays Ramsey- RALEIGH - Agriculture Commissioner Steve Troxler today announced two pro­ grams that will help droughtstricken livestock producers with the cost of transporting hay to their farms. The Golden Hay Relief Program is made possible by a $500,000 grant from the Golden LEAF Foundation. The Ag Partners Hay Relief Program is funded by $11,000 in donations from farm credit associations across the state. "The drought has caused an estimated $80 million in losses of hay, pasture and for­ age in our state. We are work­ ing feverishly to cope with this hay emergency and prevent a mass exodus of livestock farmers," Troxler said. "Corn and soybean growers have shown an eagerness to help livestock producers. These transportation cost-share programs will make it more cost-effective for crop farmers to help livestock farmers keep their animals alive through the winter." The N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services will use the Golden LEAF grant to help livestock producers pay for transpor­ tation of hay and alternative feeds, such as cornstalks and soybean hay, purchased in North Carolina and trucked to their farms. 'The Golden LEAF Foun­ dation will provide emergen­ Applications will be avail­ cy transportation assistance able starting Monday, Sept. to move an estimated 300,000 17. Farmers can download an bales of forage from Eastern application and eligibility cri­ N.C. growers to livestock own­ teria from the NCDA&CS Hay ers around the state so that Alert Web site, www.ncagr. these farms can stay in busi­ com/HayAlert. They also can ness," said Rick Holder, chair­ request an application by man of Golden LEAF's Board calling toll free 1-866-506of Directors. "The project will 6222 weekdays from 8 a.m. to benefit growers with a mar­ 8 p.m. The Hay Alert site and ket for crops badly damaged hotline also help farmers find from the drought and provide hay and transportation. opportunities for N.C. truck­ Application deadline is ing operations." Dec. 31. Troxler said the de­ Valeria Lee, president partment anticipates mail­ of Golden LEAF, said: "The ing reimbursement checks to project's urgency stems from farmers in February. the threat of North Carolina Ag Partners Hay losing additional farming op­ Relief Program erations and jobs if livestock Golden Hay Relief is one of operations close. Typically two programs that will help livestock operators grow their own feed, but this year, due to extreme drought conditions, farmers must transport hay and alternative feeds from Eastern North Carolina to sustain herds through the winter months." To use the program, live­ stock producers must sub­ mit an application to the NCDA&CS. The reimburse­ ment amount will be de­ termined by dividing the $500,000 by the amount of money requested by farm­ ers in approved applications. Farmers will be reimbursed for a percentage of their transportation costs, not to exceed 50 percent. Eyes, the seventy-five year old custodian of the Cattle­ man's Hotel. Dayne Hodges, as Rufe Phelps and Vernon Taylor, as Olin Potts, respec­ tively represent the blue col­ lar refinery worker and cotton farmer. Jeff Dreyer plays Red Grover, the owner of Red's Place, a small bar, and Mike Warren plays L. D. Alexan­ der, the manager of the A. B. C. Supermarket. Tom Fowler as Colonel J. C. Kincaid, the owner of the Cattleman's Ho­ tel brings a taste of nostalgia and borderline insanity. Scott Kastl plays Skip Hampton, a Texaco service station at­ tendant. Shawn Dain, ACLT newcomer, brings Milo Craw­ ford, a clerk at Bradleyville Grain & Feed to the stage. Finally, Brandon Kearley, plays Lonnie Roy McNeil, the Knights newest recruit. All performances will be held at the Ashe Civic Center. Reserved seating for Knights is available in advance from the Ashe County Arts Coun­ cil. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for stu­ dents; they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, ei­ ther in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. For more information please call the Ashe County Arts Council. Farm Credit helps in Hay Relief program for a load of hay moved from out of state. Reimbursements will be made on a first-come, first-served basis as long as funding is available. For information about this program, call the Hay Alert toll-free hotline at 1-866-5066222 or go to the Ag Partners Web page, www.ncagr.com/ HayAlert/AgPartners.htm. Farmers can participate in both the Golden Hay and the Ag Partners relief programs. Where are your bank's loans approved? Loan applications submitted at AF Bank's Ashe County locations are approved at no less than 2,800 feet. Ashe County Little Theatre presents September 27-30, 2007 Saturday 7:30 pm Sunday 2:00 pm Most others are approved closer to sea level. At AF, we are committed to a higher level of service - in more ways than one. Center We make banking easier! Adults: $10 Students: $5 VISA farmers with hay-transporta­ tion costs. Troxler announced that the department has es­ tablished the Ag Partners Hay Relief Program to help farmers with the cost of mov­ ing hay purchased outside North Carolina. The department has re­ ceived a total of $11,000 in donations from Carolina Farm Credit, Cape Fear Farm Credit and East Carolina Farm Credit for the Ag Part­ ners Hay Relief Program. The department hopes to secure additional funding for the program, Troxler said. Beginning Wednesday (Sept. 12), the cost-share pro­ gram will reimburse farmers 50 cents per mile, up to $300, Reserved Seat Tickets available at the Ashe Arts Center Call (336) 846-ARTS ft Bank (336) 246-4344 | www.afgrp.com Member FDIC �inion IC u "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." -Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Billboards Special service To the Editor: I would like to thank the congregation at Faith Fel­ lowship and Harvest Min­ istries, and Pastor Elliott Osowitt for their special dinner and evening of re­ membrance and tribute on September 11, 2007. This was a memorable service to honor the men and women who put their life in harms way every day to protect the citizens of Ashe County. Honored were the men and woman of the Volunteer Fire and Rescue Departments, state, county, and town law enforcement. This was truly a special event to all who attended this special service, and I A hot topic this season is fer. Been to Boone lately? Or looked at their monthly billboards. The We have received a retail sales figures? dire predictions about regu­ stream of phone calls (and some visits) from people lating signs proved false, concerned about the sud­ and business has obviously denly increasing number of prospered. As the county begins the billboards going up in some areas of the county. Many process of taking a cautious are surprised—and some look at planning, the com­ shocked—to learn there missioners need to include are basically no regulations some provisions for sensi­ covering such signs, or any ble—we stress the word— signs for that matter, in regulation of signs, includ­ ing billboards. An ordinance this county. Is it time to look at such such as Boone has would be regulations? We can clearly way overboard and unnec­ see both sides of the argu­ essary in this county, and even in the incorporated ment. Billboards are a proven towns. It is definitely not method of advertising, and a model. But we also do not want the good news is that their signs and billboards stacked proliferation reflects com­ mercial growth. Companies up "like cordwood" on the RALEIGH - I'm not a yesdo not put them up if there county's main arteries. A butinski. But it's not for want well-considered and, as we is no demand. Moreover, of temptation. they reflect revenue for the said, sensible set of regu­ "Yes-butinski" is a highly lations would provide bal­ landowners, and that can useful technical term to de­ ance between appearance scribe the phenomenon of ar­ be significant for some. On the other hand, there and the need to advertise. ticulating a general rule and can be little argument that We can protect what we then carving out a convenient exception. I invented it about there is nothing "scenic" have, without infringing on 15 minutes ago. Here's how about billboards. If scen­ commercial expansion. to use it in a sentence: "After As our rapid growth con­ ery is what we are mar­ conservative U.S. Sen. Fog­ keting to visitors, then a tinues, it will not be enough horn Leghorn called for fiscal balance between informing to say "we don't want to restraint at a meeting of the Iowa Ethanol Peddlers con­ them—through signs—and look like Boone." All the talk in the world will not vention, where he endorsed preserving the character of their legislative platform, crit­ keep us from repeating the ics called him a yes-butinski." our county is essential. Governments haven't got­ About 20 years ago, the mistakes that have hap­ Town of Boone agonized pened in our neighboring ten bloated because politicians have forced handouts upon through the creation of county. We must learn from unwilling citizens. It is a natu­ them, however, and start their first sign ordinance. ral human temptation to wel­ Opponents—who were very working together (empha­ come something for nothing. Fortunately, it's not the only vocal—argued that no one sis on that word) to protect would find their businesses and grow Ashe County for natural impulse. We are also bred to appreciate hard work, and commerce would suf- the benefit of all. to tinker and innovate, and to trade the fruits of our labors UtUESMNEEBHlE with others we trust. But the COOTTY-c8S9SfcD tendencies to shirk, to envy, NIECE.,, and to equivocate are also there. Successful politicians recognize and take advantage I of them to attract votes by promising simultaneously to stop wasting money on those people while also promising groups u i voters that their own of » w w w * W September ,5^007 r»,1A. mmi \ Sca/r\Io m COUNTY I © 2oo~7 BVVJ^S Letters to the Editor "needs" will be t a k e n care of. I want govern­ ment to be effec­ tive but limited to its proper sphere. John Hood That's because I want to minimize the use of force in human relations. But as any regular reader must know, I am also a history nut. My yes-butinksi temptation involves state historic sites and museums. I love them. I've taken the Little Conquer­ or and the Little General to a number of North Carolina's fine offerings, from the moun­ tains to the coast. They par­ ticularly enjoyed last year's reenactment of the Revolu­ tionary War skirmish at the House in the Horseshoe. So the appreciation is there. Still, I do not think it proper to force millions of North Caro­ linians to pay (even slightly) higher taxes so my boys and I can enjoy an afternoon learn­ ing about history. Such pro­ grams and attractions should be financed voluntarily, by us­ thank you for inviting me to participate in this service. Thank you, Judy Porter Poe Ashe County Commissioner funding ers at the door and by donors raise enough local and private who value them. Not only money to make a real go of it. is it wrong to compel what So the state has now brought amounts to a redistribution of the museum fully into the resources up the income scale governmental fold, along with — the audience for museums $300,000 a year in annual and cultural offerings has a subsidy from state taxpayers. higher average income than If the museum was truly a the general public does - but factor in significantly increas­ it also interrupts the feedback ing tourism, why weren't local loop that makes any enter­ hotels, restaurants, and other prise successful. II cultural businesses willing to fund it? institutions don't float or sink Why could it not raise sub­ based upon the actions of will-^ stantial funds from presum­ ing patrons, they tend to in­ ably satisfied visitors? I know that some state mu­ dulge the sometimes-esoteric interests of their staff rather seums get a lot of attendance than the preferences of their from public school classes, but that's hardly an argument for audiences. When a museum that ev­ direct state ownership and eryone says is "spectacular" subsidy. Schools should have and "really popular" can't at­ budgets designated for nontract enough voluntary sup­ classroom education, from port to survive, that's impor­ which they can freely choose tant information. Perhaps to spend dollars on whatever the praise is more marketing trips and resources best suit hype than reality. Perhaps the their needs. They shouldn't institution is poorly managed. be compelled to visit state in­ Unfortunately, forcing taxpay­ stitutions or otherwise forego ers to keep the place going is any benefit from the money. If North Carolina is ever not likely to lead to improve­ going to set better budgetary ment. A recent case in point is priorities and get more bang the Graveyard of the Atlantic for the taxpayers' buck, there Museum on the Outer Banks. will have to be fewer yes-buBuilt mostly with taxpayer tinskis demanding handouts. money, the museum was sup­ John Hood is president of posedly a major draw for tourists and yet struggled to the John Locke Foundation. September 11 and a 250-year-old fort Post Member: _ N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. 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But I could not ignore A few weeks ago, on Sep­ Then, whether you agree t a k e n . the impact of "nine-eleven" on tember 11 to be exact, I talked the way we think and act six with me or not, I am sure you This, toto a group of people in Stateswill be glad you made the trip g e t h e r years later. ville about a time when a suc­ The challenges of each era and shaped your own opin­ with the cessful attack by a foreign en­ are comparable, each with im­ ion—in the spirit of the times frequent emy on American soil created of Fort Dobbs. account portant influences on Ameri­ great uncertainty and fear. cans and American character. of fresh The threat of further attacks, D.G. Martin is the host of In the 1750's, the American murders kidnappings, and destruction UNC-TVs North Carolina being dai­ frontier settlers did not shirk Bookwatch, which airs Fri­ by terrorists destroyed confi­ ly com- the dangers that confronted dence in the safety of homes days at 9:30 p.m. and Sun­ m i 11e d them. They mourned their and families. days at 5 p.m. www.unctv. upon the losses of family members and Was I talking about the property. But they did not org / ncbookwatch /. Check his frontiers events of September 11, blog and view prior programs struck terror to every heart. adopt attitudes of fatalism at 2001? www.unctv.org / ncbook­ or victimization. They did not No, I was thinking about a A cold shuddering, possessed seek safety by giving up their watch /. time, 250 years earlier, when every breast, and paleness independent spirit or their the colony of North Carolina covered almost every face. In short, the whole inhabitants growing assertions of indi­ constructed Fort Dobbs near vidual rights. Grounded in present day Statesville to were put into an universal those times is the idea of the confusion. Scarcely any man protect the frontier settlers durst sleep in his own house, American as an optimistic, from a series of dangers. assertive, activitist, who can The editorial page of the What was the situation in but all met in companies with their wives and children and face danger without giving up the Carolina backcountry of Jefferson Post is available, important rights in exchange the 1750's that called for pro­ set about building little for­ free of charge, for readers for "protection." tifications, to defend them­ tective measures? to express their views. All Our generation of Ameri­ In July 1755, several hun­ selves from such barbarian cans, challenged by the un­ it takes is a letter to the dred American Indians under and inhuman enemies, whom editor. The subject of the concluded would be let certainties and dangers that French command inflicted a they the events related to Septem­ letters should be a matter loose upon them at pleasure.' crushing defeat on a much According to historian Dr. ber 11,2001, have brought us, of community interest and larger group of British and will, by our reactions, help de­ American colonial forces at Jerry Cashion, there was a should be limited to 700 fine the American character the Battle of Monongahela in feeling in North Carolina that words. nothing then stood between for those who follow us. western Pennsylvania. Letters must be signed I hope that we will be as op­ More than 800 of the Brit­ the frontier settlers and the timistic and assertive as those with an address and ish and American forces were French and their Indian al­ in the time of Fort Dobbs and phone number for verifi­ killed or wounded, including lies. As Indian attacks in­ that we will face the dangers cation purposes. Only the creased, Virginia settlements a number of prisoners who of our times without giving writer's name and com­ were subsequently tortured depopulated and moved to up the important individual to death. The battle came to North Carolina. The feeling rights and responsibilities munity will be published. be called "Braddock's Defeat" of unease was compounded Letters must not be libel­ that make our country such a after the commanding officer, by the worst summer drought ous and no poetry will be special place. in memory. Crops failed and who also lost his life. Not everyone will agree accepted for publication. At the time, Presbyterian cattle died as the colony was Please address: To the being overrun with refugees, with my conclusions and my minister-missionary Hugh adding to the uneasiness and historical comparisons. Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. McAden, traveling in Virgin­ But, before you make up ia, wrote, "...I received the fearfulness. Box 808, West Jefferson, I had come to Statesville your mind for sure, plan a most melancholy news of the NC 28694 or email to visit to the site of Fort Dobbs, entire defeat of our army by and the site of Fort Dobbs to study the history that is jthompson @ jeffersonthe French at Ohio, the Gen­ talk about the importance of available there, and enjoy the post.com. eral killed, numbers of the in­ events 250 years ago and how experience that always comes ferior officers, and the whole they helped shape who we are Express your views �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2007 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT 0(UtcKVlie& Edith Pasley Phipps Grassy Creek, N.C. August 10, 1924 September 4, 2007 Mrs. Edith Pasley Phipps, age 83, of Grassy Creek, N.C., died September 4, 2007, at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Funeral services were held on September 6, 2007, at 11 a.m. at Pleasant Home Bap­ tist Church with Rev. David Fredda Pennington Davis Jefferson, N.C. March 4,1912 September 18,2007 Mrs. Fredda Pennington Davis, age 95 of Jefferson, NC died Tuesday, September 18, 2007 at Margate Health & Rehab. Center. Mrs. Da­ vis was born March 4, 1912 in Ashe County to Oscar and Mamie Carson Pennington. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her husband; Joseph Walter Davis and brother; Earl Pen­ nington. Mrs. Davis was a member of the Nathans Creek United Methodist Church. She was a Sunday school teacher and past treasurer. Fredda was a very loving and caring per­ son. She enjoyed quilting and she made quilts for each of her children and most of her grandchildren. She was a tal­ ented artist and loved walk­ Laura Elizabeth Kolcher Mitchell West Jefferson, N.C. November 5,1926 September 17, 2007 Mrs. Laura Elizabeth Kocher Mitchell, age 80, of West Jefferson, died Monday night, September 17, 2007 at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Funefal services were held on Thursday, September 20, 2007 at 11 a.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. John Elledge offici­ ating. Graveside services were held on Friday, September 21, 2007 at 1 p.m. at Veteran's Memorial Gardens Cemetery in Hampton, Virginia. The family received friends from 10 to 11 a.m. on Thurs­ day, one hour prior to the fu­ neral service. Mrs. Mitchell was born in Canton, Ohio on Friday, No­ vember 5, 1926 to the late Stephen Richard Kocher and Ilow Beada Joseph Kocher. She was a homemaker. Jones and Rev. Rick Cornejo officiating. Interment fol­ lowed in Ashelawn Memorial Gardens. Mrs. Phipps was born in Grassy Creek in Ashe County on August 10,1924, to the late Fannie and Arthur F. Pasley Sr. She was a homemaker and factory worker. She is survived by one grandson, Johnny Canter, and a granddaughter, Jeana Green Burgess; two broth­ ers, Harold Dean Pasley and Arthur F. Pasley Jr.; three nephews; a niece; and two step-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her son Jerry Dean Canter, her husband, Howard Phipps, her parents and her sister, Madeline Pasley. Memorials may be made to Pleasant Home Baptist Church Fellowship Hall Fund. ing and being around people. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Friday, September 21,2007 at the Nathans Creek United Methodist Church by Rev. Rob Brooks, Rev. Darrell Giles and Rev. Todd Brewer. Burial followed in Ashelawn Memorial Gardens. The fam­ ily received friends from 10 to 11 a.m. prior to the service. Mrs. Davis is survived by a daughter: Joann Furman of Fayetteville, Penn.; two sons, Thomas Wilson Davis of Or­ lando, Fla., and Harold Davis of Jefferson; four grandchil­ dren, and six great-grand­ children. Several nieces and nephews also survive. Memorials may be made to Nathans Creek United Meth­ odist Church. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. She is survived by two sons, William Mitchell and wife Katrina, of Hickory and Phillip Mitchell and wife, Carolyn, of Jefferson, Tenn.; a daughter, Katheleen McCoy and husband, Ron, of West Jef­ ferson; three grandchildren, Beth Ann Mitchell Heisler, of Jefferson, Tenn., Bonnie Kerr and husband, Stuart, of Scot­ land and Rev. Todd McCoy and wife, Xen, of Louisa, Vir­ ginia; three great-grandchil­ dren, Stephen Heisler, Collin McCoy and Forrest McCoy; several nieces and nephews also survive. Flowers accepted or me­ morials may be made to: Ashe Memorial Hospital Founda­ tion, 200 Hospital Avenue, Jefferson, NC 28640. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. John Mack Wiles Mouth of Wilson, Va. February 27,1954 September 20, 2007 John Mack Wiles, age 53, of Mouth of Wilson, Va., the Grassy Creek community, passed away Thursday, Sep­ tember 20,2007, at Alleghany Memorial Hospital in Sparta,. N.C. He was born February 27, 1954, at Marion, Va., to the late John David and Olive Elizabeth Pierce Wiles. He is survived by a daugh­ ter, Megan Elizabeth Wiles of Winter Haven, Fla.; a brother, David Eric Wiles of Jonesboro, Tenn.; a sister-in-law, Norma Wilkes of Creston, N.C.; a half-sister and spouse, Caroline and Steve Carlson of Raleigh, N.C.; two nieces and a nephew. A memorial service was held on Monday, September 24, 2007, at 2 p.m. in Grassy Creek United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Mar­ tha Kincaid officiating. The family received friends one hour preceding the service. Interment followed in Grassy Creek Cemetery. Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home of Independence, Va., was in charge of these ar­ rangements. Ofatuanied, afifreavi eaefUf Icte&day in, t&c 'Tffote o&itcovUe& cuttl faurtd fKzye 2. Todd to host New River Festival, Soldier more family events in October graduates U >a l lM A D I •V A a H a by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Autumn is the perfect time to visit Todd to enjoy the weather and beautiful foliage. And there are lots of opportu­ nities for outdoor fun, includ­ ing the 14th Annual Todd New River Festival. Scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 13 at Walter and Annie Cook Memorial Park across from Todd General Store and Todd Mercantile, the festival will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with music, crafts, food and children's activities. The music lineup is as fol­ lows: A 1 1 T 1 _1 TT_ _J 9-11 a.m.: Buck_ Haggard 11 a.m.-Noon: A Company of Cloggers Noon-1 p.m.: Amantha Mill 1-2 p.m.: Rock Bottom 2-3 p.m.: Southern Accent 3-4 p.m.: Wolf Brothers 4-5 p.m.: Puppet Shows There will be raffle draw­ ings from the stage around 4 p.m. The festival is sponsored by the Todd Ruritan Club. Parking is available for $3 with shuttles to the festival grounds. For more informa­ tion, call 828-964-1362. Events at Todd General Water continued from front page this indicates the possibility that other potentially harm­ ful bacteria are also present. Total coliform bacteria are naturally present in the soil environment. Fecal coliform bacteria come from the intestines of humans and warm-blooded animals. If they are present, this indicates that other po­ tentially harmful bacteria and viruses from sewage, septic system leachate, or manure may also be present. Some of these can cause seri­ ous illnesses, such as dysen­ tery, cholera and hepatitis. Others can cause cramps and severe diarrhea, which can be fatal in young infants, the elderly, or people already in poor health or with compro­ mised immune systems. The water screening is sponsored by the Ashe County Center of the NC Cooperative Extension Service, the Town of Jefferson Water Resources, and the Ashe County Health Department. For more infor­ mation, call 219-2650. Revival at Scottville Revival will be beginning at the Scottville Baptist Church on Sunday night, Oct. 7. It will continue through Thursday, Oct. 11, with service time at 7 p.m. each night. Brother Don Ball, from Elkin, N.C., will be bring­ ing the message each night. There will also be special singing at each service. Pastor Reeves Jones and the congregation invites ev­ eryone to attend these re­ vival services. Warrensville, Smethport & Clifton United Methodist Churches Invite Y o u T o . . . Revival Sunday, Sept. 30 - Wed., Oct. 3 at Warrensville UMC each night O i J • < 1 1 1 Store continue through ithe fall season with storytelling on Tuesday nights at 6 p.m., bluegrass music on Friday nights at 7 p.m., and a special author series on Oct. 27 with Mark de Castrique and the Barry Clayton Mysteries, and on Nov. 24. Storytelling features Doyle Hicks on Sept. 25, Terry Rol­ lins on Oct. 2, Orville Hicks on Oct. 9, Charlotte Ross on Oct. 16, Sherry Boone on Oct. 23, Diane Hackworth and her spooky ghost stories on Oct. 30, and a special event featur­ ing Orville Hicks on Nov. 20. Todd General Store also of­ fers dinner specials at 5 p.m. on Tuesdays for storytelling and 6 p.m. on Fridays for bluegrass musical evenings. For more information, call 877-1067. Army Reserve Pvt. David A. Stanley has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C. During the nine weeks of training, the soldier studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physical fitness, and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, military weapons, chemical warfare and bayonet training, drill and ceremony, marching, rifle marksmanship, armed and unarmed combat, map reading, field tactics, mili­ tary courtesy, military justice system, basic first aid, foot marches, and field training exercises. Stanley is the son of John Trent of B St., Lansing, N.C. Grant continued from front page tect and enhance the natural and cultural resources of the New River and its watershed. NCNR operates in the states of North Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia. Over the last 30 years, the organiza­ tion defended the New River against threats, has protected more than 4,000 acres of land important to the New River's scenic and natural values and has restored over 55 miles of river and stream bank. More information on NCNR is available at: www.ncnr.org. CWMTF maintains a website at: www.cwmtf.net. WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 Guest speaker- Rev. Billy Ervin Schedule of Events & Services Sunday, Sept. 30: -Dinner 5:30-6:30 -Service starts at 7pm -Special Music-Millers Creek UMC Choir Monday, Oct. 1: -Dinner 5:30-6:30 -Service starts at 7pm -Special Music-Miller Creek UMC Praise Band - Led Zephaniah Tuesday, Oct. 2: -Dinner 5:30-6:30 -Service starts at 7pm -Special Music-Glen & Abby Sullivan from Helton UMC Wednesday, Oct. 3: -Dinner 5:30-6:30 -Service starts at 7pm -Special Music-Warrensville Baptist Church Choir Nightly meals provided by the church are free to everyone. Call 384-3391 for more details Saturday, September 29,2007 ' 8 A.M.-Until OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Ultrasound Scans • Carotid Arteries (stroke risk) & Thyroid Gland for cancer $50 • Abdomen for early cancers of the liver, spleen, pancreas, adrenal gland, kidneys, gallstones, aortic aneurysm $50 • Osteoporosis $29 Ashe Memorial Hospital Welcomes Dr. Danielle Darter to our medical staff. Blood Screening • Complete lipids 8c diabetic panel $35 • Complete two liver panels $25 Presented by Ultrascreen, Inc. a West Jefferson firm with Medical Director Dr. Lynn Borchert on site for same day results. (NOT Afflicated with LifeLine) Appointments Required: Mount Jefferson Family Medicine is pleased to announce that Danielle Darter, M.D. will be joining their practice on October 1, 2007. Dr. Darter is board certified and will be providing a full spectrum of care to her patients. She is a graduate of the Medical College of Virginia. For further information or to schedule an appointment call Mount Jefferson Family Medicine 336-846-7433. 1-877-763-3344 www.ultrascreen.us Fleetwood Community Ctr. 8996 Hwy 221 South Fleetwood, NC 28626 Sponsored by Fleetwood Community Ctr. �PAGE 6 TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, Tuesday - September 25 Thursday - September 27 JV/Var Volleyball at Forbush 4:30 p.m. Cross Country at JV Football at North Surry 7 p.m. JV/Var Soccer HOME vs Forbush 5:15/7 p.m. Var Volleyball HOME vs Oak Hill Academy 5 p.m. Galax Invitational 4:30 p.m. Friday - September 28 7 p.m. ACHS Juniors vs Seniors Varsity Football HOME vs North Surry 7:30 p.m. Women's Tennis at Forbush 4:30 p.m. Wednesday - September 26 Powder-Puff Game This week in Husky sports Huskies lose in second half to Reagan by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor As the Huskies continue to progress throughout their season, the Huskies continue to struggle in hitting a stride. The Huskies played their last non-conference game of the season this past Friday night with a trip to Pfafftown for a match up with the Ronald Reagan Raiders. The Huskies jumped out to an early lead in the first half and led 20-7 at halftime but a sloppy second half by the Huskies allowed Reagan to come back into the game and eventually claim the 36-34 victory. The action opened up in front of the sold out Reagan crowd for their homecoming night with the home team Raiders having the first possession. The Huskies started the game meaning business and shut down the Raiders' offense immediately and despite giving up thirtytwo yards on the first three plays of the game, the Huskies defense then backed the Raiders up thirty-four yards to force the Raiders "into a punt being forty-four yards shy of the first down on forth down. The Raiders punt was a short flight and a fair catch by Aaron Scott for the Huskies allowed Ashe's offensive to take the field with good field position starting their drive at their own forty-five yard line. The Huskies offense immediately went to their bread-and-butter thus far in the season, the ground attack behind the experienced offensive line. David Grubb received the handoff for the Huskies on first down and moved the ball down field five yards, and then a five-yard penalty allowed the Huskies to be facing a second and short situation. With another good run up the middle by Grubb, the Huskies picked up a first down and on first and second down of the new series moved the ball two yards shy of the first down. On third and short, the Raiders defensive line was able to get in the backfield and brought the Huskies down for an eight yard loss to set up a punt on fourth down. Dylan Brown's punt for the Huskies was unreturnable by the Raiders and Reagan took over possession with a first and ten on their own twentythree yard line. The Huskies' defense continued their domination pattern established with the Raiders first possession and forced them into a three-play series. On first and second down, Dylan Brown and Ryan Moser was able to bring the ball carriers for Reagan down in the backfield to bring up Post photo by Michael Graybeal Daniel Wain drags the Raiders' defender into the endzone with this touchdown run in the third quarter. point by Dakota Price with interception for the Raiders 2:19 remaining in the first and they took over possession on their own twenty-seven quarter. Reagan was determined yard line. With the new possession, to earn back the points from the Huskies and on their the Raiders' fans were next possession slowly moved confident and Reagan was the ball down the field with able to earn a first down an effective short running with a thirteen-yard pass game. Through the work of play. On the new first down, six plays that covered forty- the Huskies defense got into eight yards, Regan was able the Raiders backfield and to put their first points on the wrestled the ball carrier score board with a twenty-one down for a fourteen-yard loss. yard touchdown run by Gino The major loss on first down Amaya, and then the extra discouraged the Raiders and point by Kameron Andrews on the next play, Dakota narrowly cleared the cross Price was able to intercept a bar to tie the score at 7-7 just pass by the Raiders to return nine seconds into the second possession to the Huskies quarter. on the Raiders' thirty-seven Following a short kickoff, yard line. the Huskies offense started The Huskies moved the Post photo by Michael Graybeal their drive facing a short field ball down field fast with a Ethan Graybeal (#2 left) follows the blocking of his team­ with the ball spotted on their quick four-yard pass to Ethan mate Tatum Lemly (#21 right). Graybeal led the Huskies with own forty-three yard line. On Graybeal and then David 107 receiving yards on five catches during the the contest. first down, Daniel Wain was Grubb moved the ball down third and nineteen remaining Ashe's forty-eight yard line; able to scramble from the next to the goal line with a for the first down. On third the Huskies were forced to pocket and picked up twenty thirty-two yard run. Following Grubb's long run, the Huskies' and long, Reagan went to punt. The Raiders' returnee yards for the Huskies' first the air, but good secondary muffed Dylan Brown's punt down and moved the ball into next play came from the onecoverage by the Huskies led and quick pressure from Kyle Raiders' territory. On the new yard line. On first and goal, to an incomplete pass and the Guyton enabled Guyton to fall first down, a holding penalty Daniel Wain handed off to Huskies regained possession on the muffed punt to return on the Huskies backed them David Grubb who muscled following another short possession to the Huskies up to first down and twenty his way up the middle and punt by Reagan and Ashe deep in the Raiders' territory. remaining for the first down. crossed the goal line for the started their new drive on the The Huskies were able to Wain once again received the Huskies' second goal of the Raiders' forty-yard line. score the first points of the call on first down and picked up game and following a missed On first down, Daniel Wain contest on first down when a another seven yards to bring extra-point the Huskies led picked up a first down for the hand off to David Grubb led up second down and thirteen. 13-7. Huskies with a ten-yard run. to a fifteen-yard touchdown On second down, Ashe went Reagan took over On second down, the Raiders run by Grubb and Ashe to the air, and a good play by possession with eight minutes brought down the Huskies' led 7-0 following the extra- Reagan's secondary led to an See Huskies, page 7 ball carrier in the backfield for a four yard loss, and then the Huskies were penalized for a holding penalty on the same play. After the yards for the penalty had been marked off, the Huskies were facing a long first down being twenty-four yards away. On the following play, the Huskies lost even when down in the an eleven-yard loss and the Huskies faced a second and thirty-five yards remaining. The Huskies were able to Post photo by Michael Graybeal gain three yards combined on The Huskies' defensive line prepares to get into the back field of the Raiders during the second and third down and on forth and thirty-two from upcoming play during Ashe's 36-34 loss last Friday. Historical AYFL game ends in tie after 5 OT Photo courtesy of Steve Wright, www.StevesSportsShots.com The Raiders' defense battles with the Packers' offensive line while the Packers' quarterback hands the ball off. Photo courtesy of Steve Wright, www.StevesSportsShots.com The Bronco's ball carrier (#18) looks for a gap in the Titans' defense. by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor Photo courtesy of Steve Wright, www.StevesSportsShots.com The Packers' defense brings down the Raiders' ball carrier in Wednesday's game. Last Wednesday eve­ ning, September 19, the Ashe Youth Football League hosted a special occasion at the Husky Stadium at Ashe County High School. In front of an impressive crowd, the future Huskies took the field in Husky Stadium with an inner-county match up. The third and fourth grade league took the field first in the event. The game proved to be a tough match up for both teams, but the Titans were able to come away with a 16-6 victory. Following the third and fourth grade game, the older teams took the field with the fifth and sixth grade division squaring off. The Raiders entered the contest with a three-year undefeated record and the Packers headed into the game determined to end the streak for the Raiders. The game proved to be closer than anyone had predicted and with the score tied 8-8 and the game was extended into overtime. In overtime, neither team could gain and maintain a lead and the game was sent into the fifth overtime peri­ od, at which time the officials concluded the game with the score tied 26-26. The game opened up with both teams exhibiting their quality defense and neither team was able to cross into the endzone and the game remained scoreless in the first half with the score 0-0 at halftime. The Raiders were able to get on the board first near the end of the first quarter when Conner Bowers completed a pass to Jonathon Cox for a Raiders' touchdown. The Raiders were able to success­ ful complete the two-point conversion when Bowers was able to get around the cor­ ner and carried the ball into the endzone for the Raiders eighth point of the game and they led 8-0. The Packers tried their best to tie the score as the game progressed into the fourth quarter. Despite only trailing by one touchdown, the Packers were unable to earn their first points of the game. However, in the clos­ ing minutes of the fourth quarter, Alex Laws for the Packers busted through the Raiders' defense and sprint­ ed for an 81-yard touchdown run to give the Packers their first points of the game and to cut the Raiders' lead to 8-6 late in the game. On the two-point conversion, Laws once again received the call for the quarterback keeper and he ran the ball into the endzone to tie the score up at 8-8. The game was extended into overtime to determine a winner. The overtime period is formatted with each team getting four possessions from the ten-yard line and the Raiders strike first in over­ time with a touchdown run by Mason Hamilton. Howev- See AYFL, page 7 �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2007 PAGE 7 SPORTS Huskies continued from page 6 remaining in the first half trailing by a touchdown. With their new possession, the Raiders planned on moving the ball downfield and scoring the tying touchdown, _ but the Huskies' defense had a different notion. Following a first down run, the Raiders faced a fourth down and eight after defensive stops by Dylan Brown and Grayson Wells. On fourth down, the Raiders quarterback dropped to pass and defensive pressure from the Huskies' defensive line forced a fumble which was recovered by Kyle Guyton for the Huskies to give Ashe's offense the ball with excellent field positioning starting on the Raiders' thirty-two yard line. With runs by Dakota Price and David Grubb, the Huskies moved the ball down to their nine yard line, and on second and eight from the nine yard line, Daniel Wain connected with Dakota Price on a pass play for Ashe's second touchdown of the contest and Ashe went ahead 20-6 with the made extra point by Dakota Price with 3:41 remaining in the first half. When the Raiders took over possession again, the Huskies' defense stopped their offense in three plays forcing a punt with only one minute remaining in the game and then the Huskies took a knee to conclude the first half with the Huskies dominating over the Raiders 20-7. Following the halftime break, the Huskies strutted back on the field with what they thought was a comfortable lead. The second half opened with Ashe having the first possession and on the first play from the line of scrimmage a fumble by the Huskies would result in a turnover to give Reagan excellent field position at the Huskies' twenty-three yard line. On the third play for the Raiders, C.J. Martin carried the ball in from two yards out, and after the made extra point, Reagan only trailed Ashe 20-14. The Huskies bounced back from the Raiders' touchdown and pieced together a drive deep into Reagan's territory. After a tough first and second down, the Huskies faced a third and eleven and Daniel Wain answered with a perfectly placed forty-eight yard pass completion to Ethan Graybeal who carried the ball down to the Raiders' sixteenyard line for a first down. From the sixteen-yard line, three short carries by David Grubb set up a five-yard touchdown sprint by Daniel Wain to give the Huskies a 2714 lead after the made extra point by Buster Phillips. Following the kickoff, the Huskies' defense once again played tough and held the Raiders to a three-play series and a punt on fourth down returned possession to the Huskies. The Huskies' possession was short lived since on second down, a fumble by the offensive back was recovered by the Raiders' defense and the Raiders took over with a first down on the Huskies' forty-seven yard line. Reagan continued to attack the Huskies with their offensive backs and keeping the ball out of the air and their success continued during their drive after recovering the fumble. By piecing together short runs to gain the first down, they set up a thirty-six yard touchdown run by Reggie Scales and Reagan narrowed the Huskies' lead to 27-21 with two minutes remaining in the third quarter. The Huskies lack of control of the ball continued with their next possession when on second down, another fumble by the Huskies was recovered by the Raiders to set up another scoring possession for Reagan. Following the fumble recovery, Reagan moved the ball up to the Huskies fortytwo yard line. In the first play of the fourth quarter, C.J. Martin received the handoff and dashed forty-two yards into the endzone to give the Reagan Raiders their first lead of the game when they were winning 28-27. The Huskies were not out of the drought yet as on their next possession, another fumble would be recovered by Reagan. On the fifth play ofthe drive, the Huskies once again fumbled the ball, and Reagan once again recovered to start their drive with excellent field position. Reagan would once again keep the ball on the group and on their sixth play of the drive, C.J. Martin recorded his third touchdown of the game with a two-yard touchdown rush and with the made extra point, Reagan was winning 36-26. Ashe had one last attempt at a comeback and with two big completions, Daniel Wain and the Huskies' offense moved the ball from their own twenty-two yard line down to Reagan's thirty-two yard line. With possession on the thirty-two yard line, Daniel Wain sent the ball down field towards Ethan Graybeal who hauled the ball in for a thirty-two yard touchdown reception with only nine seconds remaining in the game. On the extra point attempt, Kelsey Combs grabbed a high snapped and rushed it into the endzone himself for a two-point conversion and the Huskies trailed the Raiders 36-34 with nine seconds left. Ashe had no opportunity but to attempt an on-sides kick and Reagan recovered the kick. With a knee by the quarterback on the next play, the game concluded with Ashe losing 36-34. On offense, Ethan Graybeal who had 107 yards receiving and Daniel Wain who had 179 yards offense during the game led the Huskies. Defensively, Dylan Brown had 7.5 tackles, eleven assists, and three tackles for a loss. Buster Phillips also played impressive on defense with seven tackleys, eight assists, and two tackles for losses. Ashe will return to action this Friday when they host the North Surry Greyhounds in their Mountain Valley Conference Opener and also in their annual Homecoming Game. Wofford ends App 17-game streak by Appalachian Sports Information SPARTANBURG, S.C. — Wofford ran for 291 yards and converted 11-of-19 thirddown attempts to knock off top-ranked Appalachian State University, 42-31, on Saturday afternoon at Gibbs Stadium. Appalachian's first setback in 385 days snapped the nation's longest wining streak at 17 games. Appalachian (3-1, 0-1 Southern Conference), which trailed by 11 points three times in the second half, cut the deficit to 35-31 with 8:18 left to play on Walter Payton Award candidate Kevin Rich­ ardson's second touchdown run of the day. Wofford (3-1, 1-0 SoCon) proceeded to run 6:03 off the clock with a 12-play drive, but Michael Hobbs' fumble at the ASU seven yard line was recovered by Corey Lynch to give the 'Mountaineers one last chance with 2:15 remain­ ing in the ballgame. However, the Apps couldn't take advantage of the Terriers' only turnover of the afternoon and their drive stalled at the 30 yard line with 58 seconds to go. Three plays later, the Terri­ ers capped the upset with a 27-yard touchdown run by Kevious Johnson. Wofford sealed their firstever win over a top-ranked team by converting all five of its third-down attempts in the fourth quarter and hold­ ing the ball for 10:16 in the final period. In all, Wofford out-gained ASU, 431-320, including a 291.-112 advantage on the ground. The run-happy Ter­ riers also completed 10-of13 passes, including 49-yard touchdown bomb in the first quarter and a nine-yard score on a halfback pass in the fourth. Making his first start since the Mountaineers' monu­ mental win over Michigan three weeks ago, quarterback Armanti Edwards completed ll-of-18 passes for 103 yards and ran 11 times for a teamhigh 37 yards before re-aggra­ vating his shoulder injury on ASU's second play of the sec­ ond half. In his absence, Trey Elder threw for 105 yards and ran for 33 more. Senior wide receiver Hans Batichon set career highs with six re­ ceptions for 93 yards. Appalachian looks to get back on track next Saturday when it visits SoCon-foe Elon. Kickoff is set for 1:30 p.m. at Elon's Rhodes Stadium. NOTES: In addition to the 17-game overall win­ ning streak, ASU's setback also snapped a 23-game win­ ning streak versus Division I Football Championship Sub­ division (FCS — formerly Division I-AA) competition and a string of 12-straight triumphs over SoCon foes ... both streaks dated back to a 34-31 loss at Furman on Oct. 8, 2005 ... Appalachian fell to 28-8 all-time in SoCon open­ ers and 4-8 all-time versus Wofford in Spartanburg ... CoCo Hillary's 95-yard kickoff return to tie the contest at 14-14 in the second quarter was the Mountaineers' first KO return for a touchdown since Jimmy Watkins' 95yarder versus Wofford in 2000 ... ASU returned 281 kickoffs between touchdowns. Photo courtesy of GoASU.com Kevin Richardson scores the second of his two touchdowns on the afternoon to cut ASU's deficit to 35-31 early in the fourth quarter (photo courtesy of Derek DeShafThe Appa­ lachian). AYFL continued from page 6 overtime period. Neither team could find the endzone during the fourth overtime period and once again, the game was ex­ tended into another overtime period. In the record setting fifth overtime period, the action intensified with an­ other touchdown run by Con­ ner Bowers for the Raiders to give them the 26-20 lead (two point conversion failed). The Packers, once again, was able to retaliate and score on a rushing play by Dustin Guy and the Packers tied the score at 26-26 (Packers two point conversion failed). At the conclusion of the fifth overtime period, at ap­ proximately 10 p.m., the league officials decided to conclude the game with an unorthodox tie due to ex­ treme player fatigue follow­ ing an intense game. The Raiders were able to keep their undefeated record in­ tact, and football fans in Ashe County will always re­ member September 19, 2007 and the gridiron match up of the Raiders and the Packers which remained dead even after five overtime periods! ATHLETE AAA WEEK OF presents the Our Athlete of the Week, Ethan Graybeal, is a valuable part of the varsity Huskies' football offense. Post photo courtesy of Rusty Barr The Titans' offense prepares to snap for the ball for the upcoming play during the historic game last week. er, despite leading 14-8, the Raiders were unable to com­ plete the two-point conver­ sion and the Packers had an opportunity to tie the game due to the Raiders having first possession. Alex Laws struck again for the Packers with a quarter­ back keeper up the middle of the field and the Raiders de­ fense for a score-tying touch­ down. A defensive stop on the two-point conversion for the Raiders denied the Packers the win and the score once again was tied, 14-14 and the game entered into its second overtime. In the second overtime, both teams once again showed their defensive pow­ er and neither team was able to score advancing the game into the third overtime. The Raiders once again had pos­ session first and Conner Bowers was able to give the Raiders the advantage with a sweep play to the outside for a touchdown and the Raiders led 20-14, pending the two-point conversion. The Packers defense stepped up during the two-point con­ version and with a defensive stop kept the score 20-14. The Packers had to score during the next four downs, or the Raiders would be awarded the historic victory. The Packers did not give up facing another comeback situation and their answer to the deficit came from the hands and feet of Dustin Guy. Guy was able to carry the ball into the endzone to allow the Packers to tie the score at 20-20 and once again had the opportunity to win the game with a two-point conversion. The Raiders were able to stop the Packers two-point conversion attempt and the game headed into the fourth Graybeal led the Huskies Friday evening with 107 yards receiving and is the season leader with 280 'SULLIVAN^ yards on 18 receptions. Graybeal Home Watch also scored a touchdown Friday, and has two on the season. Periodic walk through inspection of ^ your second home or town house. To prevent small problems from becoming large. To give you peace of mind while absent from your property Bonded, insured\ and experienced. ^ For More information & cost w 336-957-0052 PO Box 461 Elkin,NC 28621 . Stop by cjtcvi/ledi each week and check out our latest Athlete of the Week! Mountain ViBage Shdpping Center • 846-5504 • Ask about delivery* 846-5504 References available. Call Tony Sullivan 336-957-6586 Congratulations Ethan Graybeal!!! ^ y 2 Ham Biscuits an ~ -' s '2,22 �PAGE 8 TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2007 JEFFERSON POST M ASHE MEMORIAL HOS AMH Foundation's Get On Board underway ART GALLERIES Acorn Gallery 103 l -ong Street. West Jefferson 246-3388 Originals, giclees. limited edition prints and open reproductions by award winning and published artist, Ashe Memorial Hospital Foundation "Get on Board" Campaign Thank you for supporting your community hospital through the "Get On Board" Card program! With this special opportunity, you can enjoy discounts of up to 20 percent* at any of the partici­ pating merchants listed in this booklet from November I through November 30,2007. Elite School for the Cosmetic Arts 626 Ashe Central School Unit 15. Jefferson Hair Biz 415 Nathans Creek School Road. Clumpier Bohemia Gallery & Coffee Shop 106 North Jefferson Avenue, West Jefferson 214 South Jefferson Avenue.West Jefferson 846-9663 Offering 10% discount on in stock hardwood flooring. No discount available for special 246-3421 Ashe Chiropractic, Inc. 303 C East Second Street. West Jefferson Style Depot Good for 1 free acupuncture session ($28.00 value) per cardholder. Improving health one person at a time. 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Olde Towne Clock Shoppe 226 East Main Street, Jefferson ...846-1639 McDonald's Ashcmont Shopping Center, West Jefferson Offering 25% discount on cash & carry items only. 303 C East Second Street. West Jefferson Los Arcoiris Mexican Restaurant Offering 15% discount on total bill. Southern States-West Jefferson Service Ashe Massage Office LJL.C. 846-2714 greut hamburgers. 327 East Main Street, Jefferson greeting cards, journals and more. MASSAGES Living Waters Christian Book Store 769 East Main Street. Jefferson 846-7964 Offering 20% discount. Bibles, bible covers, Village Florist Jefferson Florist Jefferson 246-9021 Offering 20% discount on cash and carry everyday flowers only. Retail flowers for funerals, weddings, birthdays, anniversary, and everyday occasions. ut 414 EastS ec< Offering?<)' Leslie gold and 20% on Citizens watches. JEWELRY, ANTIQUES. GIFTS & FLORISTS 70' 219-0089 an eclectic array of fine arts and master crafts. Offering 20% discount on merchandise except 275 John Luke Road, Glcndale Springs 1"" 7-0' repair af 846-1636 Offering 10% discount on selected merchandise. Artist coop in downtown West Jefferson featuring Browse About Book Exchange 846-6795 and music. Excludes any other discount offer Offering 20% discount on selected items and a 10% 805 East I Offering Smart Gallery 109 North Jefferson Avenue, West Jefferson Offering 10% discount on books, bibles, gifts discount storewide. Tile sales only. Laurel Custom Homes 1517 US Hwy 221, Jefferson 846-2215 846-1772 246-8453 Mcinekt River Rock Gallery 101 North Jefferson Avenue. West Jefferson Offer excludes all Yankee Candle merchandise. 203 C Shamrock Square. Jefferson 246-8830 Offering 50% discount off any color or perm. Full selection of building materials. VK Originals Only Gallery 3 B Noith Jefferson Avenue, West Jefferson Willow Tree Angels, Holiday gifts and ddcor. iMark of Eden Full Service Hair & Nail Salon Offering 10% discount on paint and paint sundries. major sc local wines. Offering 20% discount. Home accessories. HEALTH Ashe County Builders 127 Beaver Creek School Road. West Jefferson.. 246-3367 lll Offering 20% discount on any framed artwork only. • Handicap Toilets for Patient Rooms 112 Sunny,side Park Road, Jefferson 982-2855 HARDWARE, BUILDING SUITLY & BUILDERS filter anc delivery. All STIHL Chain Saws sold, get a .-. Offering 10% discount on True Value Paint. of a spa pedicure. Offering 15% discount on retail hair and beauty products. Total hair and body salon. 1)4 W l>1 Original artwork, fresh coffee, live music and Offer excludes consignment items. \VJ Hardware 04 Main Street, West Jefferson The Cutter's Edge 15 North Jefferson Avenue. West Jefferson 2464251 Receive a free manicure ($12.00) with die purchase Heritage 302 South Offering 846-1498 plus a variety of home accessories. order flooring. Offering 20% discount. A full service hair and salon providing all aspects of hair & full body needs. Carrying Ashe County's only organic product line. $14.99..' something for everyone: silver and gold jewelry, The Hardwood Company Jet Paintings, sculptures, stained glass and blown glass. 111-B Jefferson Avenue, West Jefferson items only. j«C Oil than Offering 10% discount on original oil painting by one of Ashe County's well-known artists, Joan Bell. Shatley Springs Uptown Offering 15% discount on Matrix hair styling products. Jefferson Station. West Jefferson Hale Tir 314 South 846-2218 • Discount does not apply to sale items, special orders, gift certificates, past/existing balances, 246-2611 u" Offering craft items. Discount does not apply to other store items. A "Unique Gallery" specializing in local art and pottery- Serving Ashe County for 16 years. For questions or to purchase more cards, please call Ashe Memorial Hospital Foundation at 336-846-0712. We hope you enjoy using the "Get On Board" Card and the savings it affords on gifts for the holidays for family and friends, your home or E :3 just yourself! 982-6505 Offering 20% off all perms. Ashe Co 409 East S ?«• Offering 10% discount on all pottery and wooden • Operating Room Autoclave Offering 20% discount off till National Hardware Eclipse Salon 15 North Second Street, West Jefferson 846-6260 Offering 20% on all hair care products. Around the comer from Curves on the backslreet. Ttgi. Catwalk. Biolagc. 846-2787 Ashe Custom Framing & Gallery 103 South Jefferson Avenue. West Jefferson • Compliance Service Area Renovation Building Supplies and Hardware 6y wood working, and other fine craft items. • Classroom Renovation E: 3 8' corner ai painting- Gallery Shop only for pottery, jewelry, • Enhancements to Mountain Hearts Program, including a telemetry monitoring system, an automated external defibrillator, billing software and a treadmill. E i 3 <ar gourd art A 10% discount will be offered in the Just as importantly, your generous donation through this program will help support the Foundation's fund-raising goal of $199,444 E:3 for the following projects at Ashe Memorial: Parker Tie Company, Inc. 19 South Third Avenue, West Jefferson contemp reTfii&fr E Ashe Arts Center 303 School Avenue, West Jefferson In this fourth year of the program, we are pleased to feature renowned local artist Stephen Shoemaker in the design of this commemorative card series. Along with the membership card, a larger, four-inch by six-inch card will be produced for each "Get On Board" supporter. The larger commemorative cards are suitable for framing and represent the artist's exceptional work in capturing e : 3 the spirit of the famed Virginia Creeper. Over the past three years, the "Get On Board" Card program has been well received, and again this year, the promotion period will cover a full month's time, giving cardholders additional time to enjoy the full benefits of these special discount offerings with our The discounts cover art galleries; automotive; bed and breakfasts; department stores, clothing, pharmacies and furniture; food and convenience stores; general services and retail; golf, fitness and indoor recreation; hair care services; hardware, building supply and builders; health; jewelry, antiques, gifts and florists; massages; pet services; restaurants; specialty shops—and even more! The proceeds of Get On Board will go towards enhance­ ments to Mountain Hearts Program, including a telemetry monitoring system, an automated external defibrillator, billing software and a treadmill; renovation of Compli­ ance Service Area; classroom renovation; purchase of an operating room autoclave; and handicap toilets for patient rooms. To order your Get On Board card—and start saving on November 1st— call Ashe Memorial Hospital at 846-0712. Offering 20% discount on all hair care products. 103 Nhcfjh left 10% off reproduction giclee. L.E.D. and open. area merchants. 846-5471 Offering Raney Rogers. Offering 20% oil any original and Ashe Memorial Hospital Foundation has unveiled its fourth annual Get On Board fundraising campaign. Once again this year, local artist Stephen Shoemaker has designed a special commemorative card. To participate, purchase a special Get On Board card for $50. This will entitle the holder to discounts of up to 20 percent from 113 local businesses between November 1 and November 30. In addition, the card comes with one of Shoemaker's commemorative cards. Deluxe Barber Shop 111 Jeff erson Avenue. West Jefferson Tin R<*u www.ashem'er We've added a new tool to our website to make interactive he* can now search for news and information on 5000 health-relate r website at www.ashememorial.org then die Putting a Beautiful o n the faces o f j • ( osmetic Dentistry • Restorative Dentistry • Crowns and Bridges • Root Canals • Surgery * I'aiiials and l>: ACCEPTING Kms! FRANCIS X. AMATO III, D Ashe Memorial Hospital Suite I • Jefferson • 24( Give your family the gift of a beau til �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2007 PAGE 9 PITAL Icffeison Avenue, West Jefferson 246-3337 246-3251 FOOD & CONVENIENCE STOKES Libby's 207 Long Street, Jefferson _5% discount. Positively colorful, rary paintings by Catherine Altice, jewelry, glassworks and crafts from around the Wix air and oil filters. Offering 20% discount. A boutique full of color, unique clothing, distinctive jewelry for women. You'll Love the Look! Excludes Brighton accessories. BED AND BREAKFAST Magnolia by Angelia 105 North Jefferson Avenue. West Jefferson by Catherine Altice or any sale items. Grandma's House Bed & Breakfast 1807 Teaberry Road, Warrensville Enjoy a 20%. discount witli your card .Our rustic moun­ tain retreat welcomes you just like Grandma would. Visit our website at: www.grandmashousebandb.com. inty Motors icond St., West Jefferson 384-1676 246-7183 Mountain View Lodge & Cabins '•Company JeffersOn Ave., West Jefferson 164 Mountain View Lodge Dr.. Glendale Springs ...982-2133 Offering 30% discount Monday through Thursday, excluding Thanksgiving week. Bed and breakfast 246-5395 c, up to 5 quarts lOw 30 oil with filter lodge and 5 duplex, pet-friendly cabins. Iso schedule free tire rotation. River House 18% Old Field Creek Road, Grassy Creek 982-2109 Offering 20% discount on dinner and/or an overnight slay with breakfast for cardholder and guest. Offer excludes tax, gratuity and alcoholic beverages. Dodge Chrysler Jeep lefferson Avenue. West Jefferson 246-8806 (>13.95 lube oil & filter special, includes oil up to 5 quarts of oil. 20% discount on any vice. Car Care Center lain Street, Jefferson luxurious European soaps, gifts, and accessories for 246-7666 a casually elegant style. Friendly Shoe Store 13 Jefferson Avenue, West Jefferson Auto Parts 246-2711 Hometown Furniture 739 US Hwy 221 Business, West Jefferson uto Sales People's Drug Store 423 East First Street. West Jefferson Offering 20% discount on all jewelry and 846-3166 Pontiae Buick CMC r Creek School Road. West Jefferson ....246-8815 $•13.95 oil change (includes up to >il and filter) or $199.00 off any new zrolet ntJbfferson Road, West Jefferson 846-4606 $19900 discount on any new or pre-owned ) stock. Must present card prior to purchase. iingle trip buffet at half price. Offer good only on Saturday morning buffet. Drinks are not included. customer at its advertised price of $7.50 unless the customer contacts SkyLine/SkyBest to cancel. •Some restrictions may apply. Wadddl Brothers Carpet' Upholstering Steam Cleaners 178 South Avenue, West Jefferson -877-1000 Offering 30% discount on living room carpet cleaning. for their first 3 months of Dial Dp/High Speed GOLF,FITNESS & INDOOR RECREATION Warrensvillc Drug Store 5121 NC Hwy 88 West, Warrensville 384-39(X) Offering 20%' discount on over the counter products and gift items. Excludes prescriptions, medications, diabetes testing supplies and meters. 846-7164 Cardinal l.anes 787 Hwy 221 Business. West Jefferson 846-7077 One free game of bowling per cardholder. Offering 20% discount on all new 1 year subscriptions. Joe's TV and Satellite 2132 NC Hwy 16 North, Grumpier .982-3335 Free DVD player with any LCD TV purchase. JelTerson landing l*ro Shop Jefferson 982-7767 Offering 20% discount off on clothing, shoes and headware. See Dean for clubs prices. Magic Home Entertainment 424 East Main Street, Jefferson 846-5603 Rent one movie get one free, excludes new releases. Free installation with purchase of any fiat panel TV. Little's Health & Fitness Center 1114 NC Hwy 194 North. West Jcffeison 846-7474 Offering 10% discount on prepaid annual membership. Ihircha.se 1 tanning session and bring a friend for free. Direct TV and Dish Network satellite sales, service and installation. Home theatre and electronics, widescreen HDTVs (LCD, DLP and Plasma), wall mount TVs, speaker systems including in-wall and in-ceiling, custom pre-wire and installation available. Mountain Aire Golf Course West Jefferson 877-4716 Offering 20%> discount off regular retail prices Mountain View TV Center 607-C South Jefferson Ave.. West Jefferson 246-4388 Free Sony DVD player with purchase of any on merchandise in pro shop. Mountain Hearts Center for Prevention and Wellness 2(X) Hospital Avenue, Jefferson 846-0744 Offering 20% discount on any new or renewed quarterly memberships. TV $699.00 or above. Western JelTerson 15-B North Second Avenue, West Jefferson 846-7600 Offering 20% discount. No other discounts apply to purchases made with "Get On Board Card." "We help you dress for that Western State of Mind." 846-9069 'Tis The Season 314 South Second Avenue. West Jefferson Parkway Theatre 10 East Main Street. West Jefferson One free drink and popcorn with regular iiftHiWil 846-3281 Becky's Hair Boutique 420 East Main Street. Jefferson 846-2159 Buy 2 Biolage products, get 1 free. Over 70 years combined experience in hair styling! admission price to cardholder only. 846-9488 Receive a free tote bag and a 20% discount on collectible Inge-Glas ornaments. It's always Christmas at 'Tis The Season! 246-6818 4969 NC Hwy 88 West, Warrensville 384-1222 Come enjoy our country cooking in a pleasurable atmosphere and receive a 20% discount on the total bill. West Jefferson Coffee House in Jefferson Station 20 East Ashe Street Unit 23, Jefferson Station. West Jefferson 246-3873 Offering 10%> discount on any drink. Discount limited to cardholder only, no exceptions. Winner's Circle Restaurant & Steak 246-4499 Thank You! We appreciate your participation in this worthwhile project for the Ashe Memorial Hospital Foundation. Proceeds from this event will go toward the Foundation's Annual Campaign. Funds raised will help in the following areas: • telemetry monitoring system • automated external defibrillator SPEC IAiTY SHOPS 246-6818 Offering 20% discount on whole ham purchases j only. Old fashioned country cured hams. Cured with salt, brown sugar, fresh mountain air and time. Carolina West Wireless 1447 Mt. Jefferson Road, West Jefferson 219-0001 Offering 20% discount off all in-stock accessories. Greenhouse Crafts Shop 248 JW Luke Road. Glendale Springs 246-9969 Vendor # 1 only. T he Whistle Stop Cafe AJLVannoy Hants 1008 South Jefferson Avenue, West Jefferson -246-7131 Todd General Store 3866 Railroad Grade Road, Todd 877-1067 Offering 10%> discount on all regular-priced items of gifts, treasures, music and clothing. Excludes antiques. Offering 20% discount on Willow Tree Angels, Jim Shore Collection and wood wick candles for The Junction | 658 South Main Street. Jefferson 846-9522 Free drink with the purchase of a meal for cardholder only. 829 East Main Street. Jefferson Free cobbler with the purchase of a meal. Blue Ridge Energies, LLC 716 Mount Jefferson Road, West Jefferson 246-2421 Offering 10% discount on ail liearth products and space heaters. We offer propane. K-1. and fuel oil. Excludes water heaters, monitors, and fuel purchases. Jefferson I'ost 203 South Second Avenue. West Jefferson 846-3686 Sally Mae's 10 South Jefferson Avenue, West Jefferson for a listing of available features-in this package or call your local Sky Line/Sky Best office at 877-1350 for more details. After the three-month free promotion ends, the calling package will be billed to the Internet Service. a free T Shirt. Colonial Candles, women's clothing, jewelry and home accessories. Jim's Corner Furniture Store 160 Northwest School Road, Warrensvillc 384-2929 Offering 20% discount on cash sales and in stock items only. Excludes mattresses and all sale items. Smithey's Cafe 05 North Second Avenue, West Jefferson 846-7737 Buy one single trip breakfast buffet and get one smoky Mountain Barbecue 1008 South Jefferson Avenue, West Jefferson Free drink with purchase of an adult plate. 246-9990 The Ladybug 420 East Main Street. Jefferson 846-2159 Buy a pair of Silver Brand jeans and receive Jefferson Drug Store 418 East Main Street, Jefferson 246-9492 Offering 20%- discount. Cough and cold medications, vitamins, first aid, incontinence products. Excludes prescriptions, cards, and sale items. med vehicle in stock. AMH Lifeline 200 Hospital Avenue, Jefferson 846-0740 Cardholder receives 1 free Ljfeline installation ($4000 value). gift items. Excludes Yankee Candle and prescriptions. Offering 20% discount. Living room, bedroom and dining room suites, occasional tables, curios. Simmons Beauty Rest mattresses. Excludes sale merchandise. >0% discount on car cleanup. GENERAL SERVICES & RE 1 All package includes your choice of the equivalent ot four basic calling features, including Call Waiting, Call Return and more. Visit our web site, www.skyline.org 246-2501 Fastransit 8-C South Jefferson Avenue, West JelTerson 246-4545 New internet customers receive $5.00 off per month all ladies. Offering 10% discount. Footwear for the entire family. lih.anti-freeze, sale and clearance items. eeontl Street, West Jefferson Pam's Unique Boutique at Maytnwne Shoppes 118 North Jefferson Avenue. West Jefferson 846-8750 Offering 10% discount. Elegant boutique. Clothing for up to $100. Authorized retail dealer store. 20% discount. 21 B. West Jefferson 0% discount on in-stock items, \ Everything I Love 9 East Main Street, West Jefferson 246-3848 Offering 20%' discount. Casually elegant clothing, maintenance. I Jefferson Avenue, West Jefferson 14 South Jefferson Avenue, West Jefferson .246-9133 Offering 10% discount on all merchandise. Excludes sale merchandise. Sears 203 East First Street, West Jefferson Offering 10% discount on all purchases p0% discount. General automotive 1 Offering 20% discount on in store merchandise, even sale items. Beautiful selection of formal wear and accessories for those very special occasions. DEPARTMENT, CLOTHING. PHARMACIES & H KNt'H ME 846-0440 NC Hwy 194 North. West Jefferson 877-3111 This promotion is available to telephone service customers of Sky Line Membership Corporation or SkyBest Communications. Inc. Select a SkyBase calling package FREE* for three months. T his 846-6421 Mountain Outfitters I Oft: off oil changes and state inspections. Ashe County Cheese Company 106 East Main Street. West Jefferson Offering 15% discount on all store 846-9551 Offering 20% discount on all brake pads and .1 around the globe! Excludes original Skyline Telephone/Sk> best Communications. Inc. merchandise for cardholder only. VVJ Auto Parts, Inc. 920 South Jefferson Avenue, West Jefferson Ghllery & Studio • billing software • treadmill for Mountain Hearts • renovation of compliance department Yes, I would like to purchase "Get on Board" Cards. • classroom renovation • operating room autoclave • handicap toilets for patient rooms Address 982-2618 Offering 15% discount. Local, regional, & international treasures, gifts, jewelry, music, home & garden ddcor. Excludes special orders, gift certificates & consigned items. Northwest Trading Post 414 Trading Post Road. Glendale Springs Thank you for your | Ashe Memorial Hospital Foundation | 982-1543 200 Hospital Avenue • Jefferson, NC 28B40 Offering 20% discount. Local books, fudge, hoop cheese and Blue Ridge Mountain items. Excludes all handmade items. tionai.org ilthcare a reality in the area! Community residents id topics by connecting to Ashe Memorial Hospital's k on the AMH Fasthealth section. , Healthy Smile \she Court*" I 336-846-0712 MOUNTAIN FAMILY CARE CENTER Our After Hours Clinic is located at the Top Dog Clinic in Warrensville at the Ashe County Middle School. This center is NOT an extension of our emergency department, but a clinic that is available to you and your family for non-emergency care. Clinic Hours: Monday - Thursday 5:00 ~ 9:00PM • Saturday ~ 8:00AM - 5:00PM Friday and Sunday -Closed ^all our staff at: 336-384-6322 for more information _| �PAGE 10 TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Studio Hop, Art on the Side planned for Saturday Monday the Post Office in Jefferson. Ac­ tive and retired federal folks are urged to attend. 7 p.m.: Big Flatts Baptist Church will hold revival ser­ vices September 24-28 at 7 p.m. each night. Guest speak­ ers will be on Monday night - Rev. Charlie McCoy and the Landmark Baptist Church Choir, Tuesday - Rev. Jeff Dollar and the Phoenix Baptist Church Choir, Wednesday night - Rev. Tom Vestal and the Mission Home Baptist Church Choir, Thursday - Rev. David Welburn 6 Friday - Rev. Eric Profitt and singers from his church. Pas­ tor, Rev. Chris Cox and congre­ gation welcome you! 7 p.m.: Mt. Olive Baptist Church through Sept. 28. Revival with Rev. Tommy Dol­ lar who will bring the message each night with special singing. Rev. Clayborn pastor welcomes you. Sunday September 30 September 24 Tuesday September 25 1-5:30 p.m.: American Red Cross will sponsor a blood drive at Margate Health and Rehab Center in Jefferson. 6-8 p.m.: The High Coun­ try Christian Women's Club invites all area women (and men) to their meeting, which takes place at Deerfield Fel­ lowship Hall on Deerfield Road, Boone. Come dressed as your favorite years—door prize for best costume. Special music and speaker. Questions? Call 828-264-1210 or 264-3753 for reservations, which are due by Sept. 22. There is a catered meal, price $11. Friday September 28 A Prayer Retreat is sched­ uled by Ashe Baptist Evan­ gelism Committee for Friday night, Sept. 28 at 7:00PM and Saturday morning at 9:00AM on Sept. 29 at Fletcher Memo­ rial Baptist Church in Jefferson, NC. Presenting will be Dr. Chris Schofield from the Baptist State Conventiion of NC, Dr. Bob Lowman Associational Mission­ ary from Metrolina Association near Charlotte and Mrs. Tara Furman from Cary author of "Intimacy with God,Your Daily Guide to Prayer". This is an excellent line up of speakers. This is open to the public. If you are interested in prayer you are invited. All denominations are welcome not just Ashe Baptist folks. There is no cost. For more information call the Ashe Bap­ tist Office at 246-5631. Saturday September 29 3 p.m.: The Farmer Reunion, for descendents of Wilburn and Susan Farmer will take place at Nella Community Center. The Center is located at 211 Gra­ ham School Lane on Big Horse Creek. Please drive a covered dish and drink; plates, cups, etc. will be provided. For more information, call Pama H. Tay­ lor (384-4212), Beulah F. Ham (846-7430) or Becky Farmer (384-9221). Friendship Baptist Church is having their Operation In As Much Saturday, September 29. If you are in need of wood for the winter, yard clean-up, or simple house repairs, please call the church @ 982-2080 by Thursday, September 27. We will be happy to serve you in any way we can! Sunday September 30 10:30 a.m.: Mark Allen Chap­ man (from Ohio) will be singing beautiful gospel music at Mt. Paddy Church, Hwy. 88, Jeffer­ son. A fellowship meal will fol­ low. All are welcome. 7 p.m.: Revival at Sturgills Baptist Church, through Oct. 6. Rev. William Souther will be preaching. Everyone is wel­ come. 5:30 p.m.: You are invited to Revival services at Warrensville United Methodist Church Sunday, September 30th through Wednesday, Oc­ tober 3rd. A light dinner will be served nightly from 5:30 - 6:30 with Revival services starting at 7 p.m. each night. The guest speaker will be the Rev. Billy Ervin and there will be special music at each service. These Revival services are being con­ ducted by the Clifton, Smethport and Warrensville United Methodist Charge. Tuesday October 30 11:30 a.m.: THE NATIONAL ASSOC. OF ACTIVE AND RETIRED FEDERAL EM­ PLOYEES (NARFE) will hold their regular monthly meeting at Sweet Aromas, across from Glendale Springs Missionary Baptist Church will have Re­ vival Services September 30October 4, 7:30 PM each night. Guest Preacher David Wellborn Special Music each night. Pas­ tor Rev. Amos Combs invites you to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Western Piedmont Symphony will perform at the Ashe Civic Center, featuring the Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto. Tickets $12 adults, $5 students Call 336-846-ARTS. Buffalo Baptist Church will have Revival Services Sept.30-October 3. Rev. Billy Joe Blevins will be the speak­ er, special singing each night, Prayer room at 6:45. Worship Service at 7:00. Everyone wel­ come. Rev, Dean Watson is the pastor. Obids Baptist Church is hav­ ing revival September 30 thru October 3 at 7:00 p.m. each evening with Rev. Chris Cox, pastor of Big Flatts Baptist as the guest speaker. Special singing nightly. Pastor, Rev. Tom Graybeal and congrega­ tion welcome you. Pleasant Valley Baptist Church will be having their re­ vival starting Sept. 30 through October 3 with Rev. Danny Dillard from North Wilkesboro bringing the message. Starting nightly at 7:00 pm with Special singing. Pleasant Valley Baptist Church welcomes everyone to their services. The Pastor is Rev. Keith Wagoner. Sunday October 7 Warrensville Baptist Church announces Seventh Annual Homecoming on October 7 beginning with Sunday School at 9:00 and Worship Services at 10:00 with former pastor Rev. Rick Anderson. Special music and lunch will also be apart of the celebration. All members, former members and friends of Warrenville Baptist are wel­ comed by Rev. Jeff Nave Pastor at Warrenville. 10 a.m.: Homecoming at Mtn. View Baptist Church. Rev. Dennis Eller will be preaching and there will be special sing­ ing. Pastor Denton Hart and the congregation want to invite ev­ eryone to attend! 2 p.m.: The Annual Sprague and United Chemi-Con Re­ tiree and Spouse Reunion will take place at Riverview Com­ munity Center. All proceeds from the catered meal will be donated to the center. Call 3843535 or 385-7733 for reserva­ tions by Oct. 1. If no answer, please leave a message. 2 p.m.: Fall Piano Recital at Warrensville Seventh-Day Adventist Church. The students of Miss Sharon Kellam will pres­ ent their fall piano recital. The public is welcome. sponsored by theWarrensville Baptist, Warrensville United Methodist, Smethport United Methodist, Clifton United Methodist, and Phoenix Baptist Churches. For more information, please call 3843391. Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday - Friday without appointments. Primary Care: Monday - Friday Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold September services at Holy Trinity in Glendale Springs. Holy Communion is celebrated at 8:30 and 10. Coffee hour immediately follows the 10 a.m. service. For information, call the church office at 982-3076. Roads Mobile Country Pharmacy: Ashe County Prescriptions can now be filled in Boone at the Hunger & Health Coalition (the old Health Dept. building off Bamboo Rd.). Medication pick-up days are Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10 am - 2 pm. Clients my call in prescription refills at 828-2621628.Your physician can fax new prescriptions to fax # 828-262-0154. Eligibility for Free Medical Ongoing Events How do Huskies' Fans celebrate after each Huskies' victory? They come to the Fifth Quarter. What is the 'Fifth Quarter'? It is a safe alternative and safe activity for high school and middle school students and their parents/friends. The 'Fifth Quarter' is held after each Ashe County High School home football game. The location of the 'Fifth Quarter' is the Youth Center at Warrensville Baptist Church and the Fellowship Hall of Warrensville United Methodist Church. Activities for the youth include games, music, devotional time and fellowship. This event is fourth Tuesday of the month in the basement of the Ashe County Library at 4:30 p.m. The purpose of this meeting is to gather resources in the community to help individuals who are developmental^ dis• abled. Anyone interested in this program is encouraged to attend. For more information call Michelle Idol at 336-6673333 extension 244 or toll-free at (866) 667-3398. Choices for Sustainable Living discussion course offered at the West Jefferson Coffee House Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Come learn with others how easy it is to live more sustainably. One person really can make a difference! For information call Gerry at the New River Earth Institute 336-877-1860 or visit www. NewRiverEarthlnstitute.org. Mountain Overtones Barber­ shop Chorus now meets Thursdays at 7 p.m. at West Jefferson United Methodist Church. AL-ANON (for family and friends of addicted persons): Meets on Wednesdays at the First Baptist Church in West Jefferson at noon. For details, call 384-1940. The Board of Elections meets the second Tuesday in each month at the Court House in Jefferson. These meetings are open to the public. Provisional Broker Course Scheduled: For provisional brokers, a 30-hour course in "Broker Relationships and Responsibilities" is scheduled for four Tuesdays in September at the Ashe Campus of Wilkes Community College located behind the Ashe County High School. Registration and the first class will be Sept. 5, begin­ ning at 9 a.m. Tuition for the class will be 55 dollars. The text for the course will be an additional cost. The course will conclude Sept. 25. Students must have completed the pre­ pensing course and passed the provisional broker state examination in order to qualify to enter the class. The instruc­ tor for the course will be Phil Lewis. Contact him by phone at 336-846-2078 or by e-mail at Lewisp @ skybest.com. Real estate course scheduled for fall: For persons who wish to obtain a real estate license, a course in the fundamentals of real estate is scheduled for Wednesday evenings at the Ashe County High School. Registration and the first class will be Aug. 22 at 5:30 p.m. Tuition for the class is set at 60 dollars. The text for the course will be an additional cost. The course will conclude Dec. 17, with one class being held on Saturday, Nov. 17. The instruc­ tor for the course will be Phil Lewis. Contact him by phone at 336-846-2078 or by e-mail at Lewisp @ skybest.com. Art for the Health of It: Expressive Arts Therapy For breast cancer survivors. Through music, visual arts, movement, poetry and sto­ rytelling, we feel emotional release, inspiration, a sense of community and a remember­ ing of the beauty of life even in the midst of our darkest hours. We somehow know that all is not lost, and are rejoined to hope. Each class will explore a new expressive arts oppor­ tunity. You do not need to 'be an artist' to participate. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Inc. Program. Meets the 4th Monday of each month. Doors open at 5pm for infor­ mal sharing and opportunities to explore books and tapes in the Resource Room. Group lasts from 5:30-6:30. Location: Cancer Resource Center at the Seby B. Jones Cancer Center. For more information call the Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center at (828) 262-4332. mm ilyfe Jefferson Post / NASCAR PIT STOP FOR PRIZES WW Xi Pick the winner of the race & win $20! m v «§§ Monday October 8 7 p.m.: Revival at Mtn. View Baptist Church Oct. 8 through the 13. Preaching will be Rev. Dean Fletcher with special sing­ ing each night. Pastor Denton Hart and the congregation want to invite everyone to attend! The Disabled American Vet­ erans will have a Flag retire­ ment ceremony on the 8th of Oct. If you have an American Flag or a POW Flag that is un­ serviceable and would like to have in our program please drop them off at the VFW building on Ashe Park Rd. in Jefferson on Monday the 17th between 5;30 and 7 PM and on Oct 8th be­ tween 5 and 7 PM. Thank you and for more info, call 336-9823743. Buddy Greer, Commander DAV Clinic. Tuesdays. 4:00 - 6:00. Anyone interested in receiving free medical care from the Ashe County Free Medical Clinic must come to eligibility screening. To be eligible you must live or work in Ashe County, be between the ages of 19 - 64, have NO form of medical insurance, and pro­ vide proof of income that meets the clinic's policy. Call 846-4649 for an appointment, or come to the clinic (at the red light in Jef­ ferson) on Tuesdays from 4:00 - 6:00. WIC (Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children): If you are a pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum woman, infant, or child less than five years of age, and meet certain eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the WIC Program. WIC is a special supplemental food program that provides individually prescribed packages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program or know someone who does; contact 246-2013. Disabled American Veterans will have BINGO on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the Month at Family Central on the Ashe Central High School Rd. In Jefferson at 7 p.m.. There will be food available at the Morning Star Cafe'. For more information call 336-9823743. Alcoholics Anonymous Grpup meets on Mondays and Thursdays at Jefferson United Methodist Church at 7:30 p.m. - Closed Discussion and Saturday at noon - Closed "Big Book Study" - All meetings are non-smoking. Narcotics Anonymous group m Wednesdays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. at Jefferson United Methodist Church. The Ashe County team of High Country First in Families (HCFiF) meets every Be sure to watch the Kansas 400 on Sunday, September 30th and play the NASCAR contest with the Jefferson Post. Please check our Friday, October 5 edition for the winner information on this race. Pit St:op for Prizes Contest Rules m I I Kace Kansas 400 | Kansas Speedway 9-30-07 Race Winner. ^ Your Name _ :v- I Your Address. | City .State -Zip. Phone# TIE BREAKER: (PLEASE GUESS THE NUMBER OF CAUTIONS DURING THIS RACE) Mail this form to: Jefferson Post, PO Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694, or bring by our office at 203 S. Second Ave. in West Jefferson I 2. Only one (1) entry per person per race. Duplicate entries will void all entries for that person, for that race. You may enter as many separate races as you like I throughout the contest. 3. Entry form is published with the contest each race. I In order to be eligible you must use the official entry form for that race from the JEFFERSON POST or its facsimile. I 4. How to Win -- Write down the name of the driver you think will win that week's race on the entry form. If I you answer correctly, you win $20. In the event of a tie, closest I the person guessingwin $20. to the number of cautions during the race will 5. All entries must be received in the office of the 1 JEFFERSON POST no later than 5:00pm the Friday before the race that is entered. I I I j 111" Due to the change in ownership of the Jefferson Post, we are unable to continue to offer Bonus Points for the Nascar Contest. We will continue to award a weekly prize of $20 to the winner of the Nascar Contest. No Purchase Necessary to Win A Special Thanks To Our Great Sponsors Parker Tie Company Inc. WEST JEFFERSON CHEVROLET Building Supply and Hardware Ianambucan 19 South 3rd Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.parkertie.doitbest.com REVOLUTION West Jefferson, NC • 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy,net ** EMI FMDIDE1 ulfll^lIlEi ^Chrysler • Jeep • Dodge Chrysler« King of the Mountain New 2007 2000 West US Ram 1500 Reg Cab Hwy 421 SXT4x2 wilkesboro, NC $13,888 866-380-2458 (336)246-2611 �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2007 PAGE 11 THE GOLDEN POST Ashe Senior Center calendar for October Monday, October 1 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Quilt Guild sewing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers Tuesday, October 2 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 11:30 a.m.: Singing with Ray 2-5 p.m.: Special Medicare Assistance 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers 5:30-7 p.m.: Computer class 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Basket Weaving Wednesday, October 3 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Crocheting 9 a.m.-Noon: Floral Arranging 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 10-11:30 a.m.: Computer class Noon: AARP monthly meeting (covered dish) Thursday, October 4 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle 9:30-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 7-8 p.m.: Ballroom Dancing Friday, October 5 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Crocheting 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 10:30 a.m.-Noon: Red Hill Ramblers 11 a.m.: Grief Counseling with Roger 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK Monday, October 8 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11:30 a.m.: Singing with Wilda and Friends 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers Tuesday, October 9 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study %-t> p.rii.: Special Medicare Assistance 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers 5:30-7 p.m.: Computer class 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Basket Weaving Wednesday, October 10 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.: Trip to Mount Jefferson & New River State Park 9 a.m.-Noon: Floral Arranging 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Computer class 11:30 a.m.: Singing with Wilda and Friends 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers Thursday, October 11 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle 9-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 1-4 p.m.: Ashe County Quilt Guild 7-8 p.m.: Ballroom Dancing Friday, October 12 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Crocheting 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11 a.m.: Trip Committee 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK Monday, October 15 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers Tuesday, October 16 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 10:30 a.m.: Low Vision/Diabetic Support Group 11:30 a.m.: Nutrition Update 2-5 p.m.: Special Medicare Assistance 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers 5:30-7 p.m.: Computer class Wednesday, October 17 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Floral Arranging 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Computer class Thursday, October 18 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle 9-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 11 a.m.: Shuffleboard games 11:30 a.m.: Dept. of Social Services Fuel Assistance program 7-8 p.m.: Ballroom Dancing Friday, October 19 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Crocheting 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 10:30-11:30 a.m.: Health Low Cost Eating program 11:30 a.m.: Singing with Jackie and Friends 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK 1-2 p.m.: Caregivers Support Group Monday, October 22 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting (new class) 10-11 a.m.: Exercise Tuesday, October 23 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 2-5 p.m.: Special Medicare Assistance 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers 5:30-7 p.m.: Computer class 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Basket Weaving Wednesday, October 24 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.: Trip to Rose Glen Village and Rendezvous Mountain 9 a.m.-Noon: Floral Arranging 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Computer class Thursday, October 25 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle 9:30-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 7-8 p.m.: Ballroom Dancing Friday, October 26 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Crocheting 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11:30 a.m.: Thyroid Cancer program 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK 6-9 p.m.: Musical Fundraiser Monday, October 29 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers Tuesday, October 30 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 2-5 p.m.: Special Medicare Assistance 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers 5:30-7 p.m.: Computer class 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Basket Weaving Wednesday, October 31 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Floral Arranging 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Computer class Daily activities: 7 a.m.-9 p.m.: Walking Trail; 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Exercise Room with instructor available 8 a.m.-Noon, Blood Pressure Checks, Billiards, Public Access Computer Lab with classes scheduled 11-12:30 and 5:30-7; 8:30 a.m.-Noon: Rook Games; 10-11:30 a.m.: Bingo; 12:30-2:30 p.m.: Basic Skills classes; 5-6 p.m.: Exercise room open (for a fee). For more information, call Louise Caudill at 246-4347. AARP encourages Congress to address health care issues AARP addressed Congress in a statement Sept. 18 in advance of an expected agreement on leg­ islation that would reau­ thorize the State Children's Health Insurance Program. The statement, from AARP Government Relations Director David Sloane, fol­ lows: "Congress is close to a decision to move forward on a bill to reauthorize SCHIP, a critical program that AARP continues to support, and help children get the health care they need. Unfortunately, more needs to be done." "America's entire health care system is in desper­ ate need of help. Millions of older Americans may qualify for help paying for their prescriptions and are not getting it. Millions of people in Medicare may lose access to their doctors beginning in January 2008. Regrettably, Congress has decided to put off address­ ing these critical issues." "Over the next few weeks AARP will be meeting with leaders of both parties, in both chambers, to remind them that Congress also has a responsibility to help older Americans, and that deferring action until the 11th hour is not accept­ able." "Congress must act so people in Medicare don't lose access to their doctors while ensuring that the cost of preserving access to their doctors is not placed on the backs of those in Medicare. Medicare premi­ ums have already doubled since 2000, and it's not fair for people on Medicare to be expected to pay even higher premiums. It makes no sense to keep doctors in Medicare by making the program too expensive for the people who need the doctors in the first place. Further, Congress needs to DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME ENDS help low-income people in Medicare who need help paying for their prescrip­ tion drugs and other outof-pocket costs." "Providing health insur­ ance coverage to millions of uninsured children and improving Medicare for millions of people who rely on the program is a sig­ nificant decision, but not a difficult one. AARP calls on Congress to seize the opportunity to make major improvements to our entire health care system." AARP and the American Medical Association are running a new round of joint advertisements in Washington, DC publica­ tions. The ads ask Congress not to defer Medicare through September. (Information found www.aarp.org) improvements "until the 11th hour." This round of ads is scheduled to run at Celebrate Heritage International Day of Older Persons October 1 Parker Tie 'Do It Best' Holiday Parade November 10 Open the Door on Your New Home Fixed rate loans Adjustable rate loans Quick approvals and closings and Loan Officer, Carta Brannan First-time home-buyers program West Jefferson 08B S. Jefferson Ave. SUNDAY, NOV. 4 TURN CHOCKS BACK ONE HOUR BEPOFE 2 A.M. Highlands Union Bank "Faces you know ... People you trust."SM www.hubank.com F M <1? D mm �PAGE 12 TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm ClASSIFIED DEADLINES Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. 40-Lost & Found 140-Help Wanted 140-Help Wanted Lost m Jefferson wedding band and en gagement ring. Large stone with smaller stones on both sides. Willing to pay large reward. Please call 843-729-2585. Applicant should have excellent assessment skills, good time man­ agement, and the abili­ ty to work independent­ ly. Must be a team player and self-motivat­ ed. Reliable transpor­ tation required. Mail or fax your resume to: Sunset Financial Experienced full time electrical project man­ ager/estimator for com­ mercial and industrial projects in NW NC & SW VA to assist in management of all as­ pects of electrical proj­ ects. Must be self-moti­ vated, organized, re­ sults oriented and have proven work ethic and leadership skills. Bene­ fits include competitive salary, profit sharing, I.R.A., health insur­ ance, vacation and hol­ iday pay. Mail resume to: PO Box 486 Glade Valley, NC 28627. Looking for a Loan? Farm Manager Position Fax: (828)264-9154 100-General Services PIANO SERVICE Call for free estimate Larry Carmichael 336-372-4247 Carole Maulden High Country Health Care System 400 Shadowline Drive, Suite 100-B Boone, NC 28607 Full time position for State-licensed, JCAHO hands-on, motivated, and Medicare/Medicaid organized, results ori­ certified; EEO and ADA ented, team player with employer. proven work ethic and leadership skills. Horti­ culture, forestry or agri­ Sales Marketing/ culture education or Administrative farming experience a Functions plus. Will assist in man­ agement of all aspects Full time position with of large farming opera­ benefits tion. Benefits include Charges health insurance and Make sales calls to Rates depend on size paid vacation. Please customers, take orders of ad and number of mail resume to: PO and respond to cus­ runs. Please call 140-Help Wanted Box 549, West Jeffer­ tomer needs and re­ • Classified Dept. son, NC 28694. As part of my expan­ quests. Maintain for information. J. Y. MONK spreadsheets and re­ sion program,THE REAL ESTATE ports-must be proficient Mail orders should be BOOMS ART GAL­ SCHOOL in Microsoft Word and LERY AND TEX­ sent with payment to: Get your license Fast. Excel. Other duties as TURES Company is Boone & Charlotte looking for part time/full needed for business of­ Classified Advertising Courses. Free time Work from home fice functions. The Jefferson Post Brochure & Schedule. Account Managers PO Box 808 1-800-849-0932 This position requires Book Keeping and West Jefferson, NC excellent telephone, Sales Representatives, 28694 it pays $2750 a month communication and or­ Need a new job? ganizational skills with plus benefits and takes Look in (We accept personal only ' little of your time. the ability to mulit-task The Jefferson Post check, Visa or while providing excel­ Please contact us for Classifieds! Master Card) more details . Require­ lent customer service. PERSONNEL ASSIS­ Ability to work well with ments - Should be a Telephone: TANT IV (160-04- others in a fast paced computer Literate. 3-5 (336) 846-7164 0703) Open until filled. office and be self moti­ hours access to the in­ Fax: FT with New River Be­ vated. ternet weekly. Must be (336) 846-7165 havioral Health Care's over 18yrs of age. Must Human Resources, An Associates degree be Efficient and Dedi­ e-mail: work base Boone. Duof 2 years experience cated. If you are inter­ classified® ties.-insurance panel required. jeffersonpost.com ested and need more application, provider Web: information,Please numbers, national pro­ www.jeffersonpost.com Mail resume to: PO send e-mail to dianevider numbers includ­ Box 549, West Jeffer­ mercyoi ffyahw.cpm ing monitoring & main­ 30-Special son, NC 28694. Cement truck driver. tenance, extensive Notices 40 plus hours a week, work with insurance CDL required, experi­ companies including 230-Farm & If you have left ence preferred. Good current requirements Garden Equip. & pictures with us salary. Call 828-265- for panel enrollment & PLEASE remember to Supplies 4884. _ all documentation and come in and pick Deerfield Ridge Assist­ other HR duties as as­ Tractor for sale $800. them up. ed Living is hiring signed. Some travel Call 336-982-2831. THANK YOU CNAs. Also, hiring will be required be­ Jefferson Post 7 counties 235-Christmas Resident Care Aides - tween PUBLISHER'S NOTICE: no experience neces­ served. Prefer person Trees All real estate advertising sary- will train. Benefits with advanced comput­ Field of Fraser Fir in this newspaper is sub­ available. Incentives. er skills for insurance Christmas Trees, ject to the Fair Housing Act web sites and experi­ Approximately 2,850, which makos it illegal to Great working condi­ advertise any proleroncos. ence with Word, Excel, never cut out of, tions. Apply in person Limitation or discrimination 287 Bamboo Rd. & Access. Minimum 7-10 ft, mostly 8-9 ft, based on race, color, requirements: High will cut and bale. Call religion, sex. handicap, Boone, NC. financial status or national school diploma and 2 336-384-2177 828-264-0336 origin includes children un­ yrs assistant/secretarial der tho ago of 16 living with Dump Truck Fraser Fir Christmas experience, preferably parents or legal custodians, Driver Needed pregnant women & people Trees available in all one year experience in Experienced only. securing custody of chil­ sizes. Call for Pricing a personnel/insurance dren undor 18. This news­ Call 828-773-6736 336-877-7167 office or equivalent ed­ paper will not knowingly Early Intervention accept any advertising for ucation and experi­ Fraser Fir Christmas legal estate which is in Specialist ence. Must be skilled in Trees for sale, 6' to 10' violation of the law. Our computer technology, 336-384-1436. readers are here by •Ashe Services for Ag­ informod that all dwellings communications, and Fraser Fir Christmas advertised in this newspa­ ing and Generations data entry. Typical hir­ per aro available on equal Trees for sale. Number Developmental Day ing range $24,744opportunity basis. To com­ Center is seeking appli­ $28,224. Submit state 1 and better. 100 9' to plain of discrimination call 10', 600 8' to 9', 600 7' HUD toll-free at cants for the Early In­ application to: Watau­ 1-800-669-9777. to 8'. 336-877-5158 or tervention Specialist ga Employment Securi­ Tho toll-telephone number 336-977-6705. , for the hearing Impaired Is position. This position ty Commission , 207 1-800-927-9275. WANTED: provides rehabilitation Winkler's Creek Road, Entire fields, large or services to children Boone NC 28607. 40-Lost & Found ages birth to 3 with dis­ Open until filled. Crimi­ small, Fraser Fir Christmas Trees. abilities or develop­ nal records check and Found on HWY 163 Willing to assume all mental delays. Serv­ pre-employment drug near Hartzog Ford Rd. maintenance. ices are provided in a testing is required. Brittany Spaniel male. Call 276-579-7733. variety of settings in­ EOA/AAE. 336-877-9123. cluding in the child's Rainbow Center is 260-Garage/Yard home, at child care Have you found an seeking Bridging Fos­ Sales programs, or in other animal or item? Have ter Parents to provide you lost a favorite pet community settings. 2007 Annual Charles temp/long term care for or item? Advertise it in The work base will in­ Fleanor Memorial children that need you clude Ashe and Alle­ the Jefferson Post for Flea Market Benefit to open your home to ghany counties (about FREE. Ad will run for Hospice 75%/25% respectively). them for love, support, for 2 weeks. Bring items to donate and direction in their Hours will be based on Call 846-7164 Oct. 2nd - Oct. 17th lives. Classes will start caseload. New Location: _ost dog Beagle Terrisoon to help with con­ High Country Green­ cerns/questions or de­ er mix goes by the Required Qualifica­ houses at 1990 US ciding if foster care is name 'Scooter' about tions: Minimum of a HWY 88 W. 20lbs. Brown face Bachelor's degree in B- right for you. Call Fos­ Flea market will be ter Care Director Dori white body with black K education, psycholo­ held: Oct. 19th.& 20th Gold at 336-667-3333. spots. Lost in down gy, child development, For more information town West Jefferson social work, etc. and a REGISTERED NURSE call 336-246-4030. please contact Tim minimum or 2 years of ASHE HOME HEALTH Moving/Garage Sale Steele.Home 846- classroom, parenting and ASHE HOSPICE Saturday Oct. 6th 1899, Cell 704-928- education, or social 8 a.m.- 3 p.m. 6131. Reward $200.00 work experience; Must High Country Health have or be able to at­ Care System has two Items include furniture tain and Infant-Toddler openings in Ashe household items, tools books, records. Family Specialist Cer­ County. One for a full At the top of Candle tification. time Home Health Light Park 133 Iron Nurse and one for a Road West Jefferson Programs offers a com­ PRN Hospice Nurse. We offer Personal, Business, Commercial Property, and Mort­ gage loans, Bad Credit, Bankrupt we can help. Affordable monthly payments, low interest rates and 48 hour ap­ proval time. No up front fees. Please call for more details we have courteous representa­ tives standing by... Call toll free 1 866 803 9785. Classifieds Work! Call Sandra at THE JEFFERSON POST S46-M petitive salary and ben­ efits package. For a complete job descrip­ tion and application, contact Patricia Callo­ way at 336-246-2655. Applicants must have a current NC RN License and a minimum of one year of nursing experi­ ence. 260-Garage/Yard Sales YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 Copy and payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tuesday Edition Friday by 9 am Friday Edition Wednesday by 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. 290-Horses & Livestock PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE" ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 300Miscellaneous BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale For Sale 1997 Isuzu Rodeo 160,000 miles, silver, 4 wheel drive, air, AM/FM.CD player. $2700.00. 336-977-0982. 200-Auto Parts/Services Ashe Body Shop prop­ erty sold. Mechanical equiptment, office equiptment and other items for sale. Come by or call 336-877-7969. 430-HOOms, Apts., Houses For Rent FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our lor rent" sections. Call us at 336-846-7164 For rent remodled farm house. Available Octo­ ber 1st. Furnished ap­ pliances. 3 small bed­ rooms upstairs, 1 large bedroom down stairs, living room, dining room, kitchen. $550 a month. One month de­ posit required. No pets. 336-384-3913. Little Classifieds... BIG RESULTS! MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF CLUB. Brand Need home or office new 3BR, 3BA cleaned? Can give ref­ townhome with erences. Call 336-977- beautiful mountain 1599 or 336-977-4933. views over looking the fairways at Mountain The Jefferson Post Aire Golf Club in West has FREE Jefferson. 3000 square wooden pallets. feet with lots of storage Just come by for a perfect rental and pick them up. while building. Six month minimum lease 310-Musical at $1500 per month. 336-877-4107. Grands - Consoles pruce Hill Apts Appli new & rebuilt - We cations are now lease, buy, move, tune, being accepted for refinish & rebuild Housing for pianos Senior Citizens Acme - Piano Man at Spruce Hills 800-745-3950 Apartments in West Jefferson, NC 330-Pets "One bedroom, Did you know that if unfurnished energy you are giving away efficient apartments an animal or item , "Handicapped you can list it for free accessible in the Classifieds. "Rent based on Call 846-7164 for applicants income more information Section 8 assistance Free Australian / Chow mix puppies. Call 336846-3939, ask for Lori or Ed Robinson. FREE fo good homes: 6 kittens: ong-haired black & white kittens, 1 shorthaired calico & 1 shortlaired orange & white kitten. If interested call 336-384-1982. PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the available For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 West JeffersonAvailable Immediately! Apartment in quiet neighborhood, 2 bed­ room/2 bath Located: 607 Mountain Avenue Apt. #3. Large, modern kitchen with dishwash­ er, oak cabinets, Effi­ cient Electric Heat! Storage room with Washer/Dryer hook­ ups. Rent $475/mo. One year lease, depos­ it/references required, no pets. Call 336-3844734. U Available Must be 18 and able to work weekends Need to Aoolv in Person ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. Check Out the Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers I have 8 clearance models that must go. Save thousands, new credit programs, land home packages, modulars, double wides and single wides. Get your new home for Christ­ mas. Call Big George 336-981-4194 or 336902-6372. Please leave message. RED HOT HOME SALE!!! First Come First Sold. 8 New Homes Must Go. Dou­ ble Wides, Singles Wides, 2 Land Homes and Modular Homes. Call Freedom Homes Wilkesboro 336-9732335. 530-Lots & Acreage Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 535-Commercial Property Commercial Building in Lansing for R3nt, 1034 sq fett. $300 561-750-2399 1195-Legals TOWN OF JEFFERSON FAIR HOUSING COM­ PLAINT PROCEDURE The Town of Jefferson has a Community De­ velopment Block Grant (CDBG) project cur­ rently in progress (#03C-1173). The CDBG program requires that a Fair Housing plan and complaint procedure be adopted by the Town. Housing discrimination is prohibited by Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968 and by the North Carolina State Fair Housing Act. In an effort to promote fair housing and to ensure that the rights of hous­ ing discrimination vic­ tims are protected, Wa­ tauga County has adopted the following procedures for receiv­ ing and resolving hous­ ing discrimination com­ plaints: 1. Any person or per­ sons wishing to file a complaint of housing discrimination in the Town of Jefferson may do so by informing the Northwest Regional Housing Authority (NRHA) of the facts and circumstances of the alleged discrimina­ tory act or practice; 2. Upon receiving a housing discrimination complaint, the NRHA 440-Offices, shall inform the North Carolina Human Rela­ Bldgs., For tions Commission Rent/Lease or (Commission) about Sale the complaint. The Jefferson office space. NRHA shall then assist Across from post office the Commission and upstairs. 4/5 rooms. the complainant in filing an official written hous­ $400 a month plus ing complaint with the utilities. Call Annie Commission, pursuant 336-846-1651. 460-Mobile Homes for Rent Large 2 BR mobile home on Hwy 163 1 mile from Leviton River Plant. Lease, first & last. No pets. Call after 6pm. 828-964-6830. Classified Ads. Get Amazing Results by using the Classified Section of the newspaper. Give it a try. Call Sandra at 336-846-7164. 1195-Legals 1195-Legals to the State Fair Hous­ ing Act and Title VIII; 4. The Ashe County Manager shall publicize within Ashe County area that the Ashe County Manager is the local official to contact with housing discrimi­ nation complaints based upon events oc­ curring in Ashe County; 3. The NRHA shall of­ fer assistance to the Commission in the in­ vestigation and concili­ ation of all housing dis­ crimination complaints, which are based upon events occurring in the Town of Jefferson. 4. The Jefferson Town Manager shall publicize within the Town area that the NRHA is the local office to contact with housing discrimi­ nation complaints based upon events oc­ curring in the Town of Jefferson; 5. All complaints shall be acknowledged with­ in ten (10) days of re­ ceipt. If you have any ques­ tions about the com­ plaint procedure or would like to register a complaint, please con­ tact the Northwest Re­ gional Housing Authori­ ty at (828) 264-6683 or for TDD assistance (800) 735-2962. . ADOPTED, this 26th day of January, 2004. By: Mayor Dana Tugman, ASHE COUNTY FAIR HOUSING COMPLAINT PROCEDURE Ashe County has Com­ munity Development Block Grant (CDBG) projects currently in progress. The CDBG program requires that a Fair Housing plan and complaint procedure be adopted by the County. Housing discrimination is prohibited by Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968 and by the North Carolina State Fair Housing Act. In an effort to promote fair housing and to ensure that the rights of hous­ ing discrimination vic­ tims are protected, Ashe County has adopted the following procedures for receiv­ ing and resolving hous­ ing discrimination com­ plaints: 1. Any person or per­ sons wishing to file a complaint of housing discrimination in Ashe County may do so by informing the Ashe County Manager of the facts and circumstan­ ces of the alleged dis­ criminatory act or prac­ tice; 2. Upon receiving a housing discrimination complaint, the Ashe County Manager shall inform the North Caroli­ na Human Relations Commission (Commis­ sion) about the com­ plaint. The Ashe County Manager shall then assist the Com­ mission and the com­ plainant in filing an offi­ cial written housing complaint with the Commission, pursuant to the State Fair Hous­ ing Act and Title VIII; 3. The Ashe County Manager shall offer as­ sistance to the Com­ mission in the investi­ gation and conciliation of all housing discrimi­ nation complaints, which are based upon events occurring in Ashe County. 5. All complaints shall be acknowledged with­ in ten (10) days of re­ ceipt. If you have any ques­ tions about the com­ plaint procedure or would like to register a complaint, please con­ tact The Ashe County Manager at (336) 2192501 or, for the hearing impared, TDD assis­ tance is available at (800) 735-2962. ADOPTED, this day of June, 2005. By: 6th Larry Rhodes, Chairman, County Commissioners ATTEST: Ann Clark, Clerk NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Under and by virtue of the power of sale con­ tained in a certain Deed of Trust made by James Calvin Jones by Marcy B. Little as Attor­ ney-in-Fact (PRESENT RECORD OWNER(S): James Calvin Andrew Jones) to Grady Lonon, Trustee(s), dated the 24th day of April, 2006, and recorded in Book 34§, Page 1475. Ashe County Registry, North Carolina, default hav­ ing been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Sub­ stitute Trustee Serv­ ices, Inc. having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evi­ dencing said indebted­ ness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the un­ dersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the Courthouse Door in the City of Jef­ ferson, Ashe County, North Carolina at 12:00 pm on September 26, 2007 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real es­ tate situated in the County of Ashe, North Carolina, and being more particularly de­ scribed as follows: Beginning on a locust on east side of Buffalo Creek in the Ambrose Woods line, running with said line, N. 6-31 W. 50 feet with said creek to stake; then N. 45 E. 24.4 feet to a stake on south side of bridge and old High­ ways Nos. 88 and 194; thence with south side of said highways, S. 40-10 E. 170 feet to an iron stake; thence leav­ ing said highways and running with a division line of the Ambrose Woods property, S. 5701 W. 86.6 feet to a stake on east bank of said creek; thence with said creek, N. 23-56 W. 122 feet to the begin­ ning, containing 0.3 acre, more or less. To­ gether with improve­ ments located thereon; said property being lo­ cated at 170 Warrens- Wilkes Community College Wilkes Community College Facility Maintenance Supervisor/ Technician Automotive Systems Technology Instructor For more Information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu For more Information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu Appalachian Ski Mtn. Management izZrf* Opportunites 500-Mobile Homes for Sale Dr. Pepper Bottling Company has an immediate opening for a route delivery person in the West Jefferson area. Triangle Vending Company has an immediate opening for a vending route delivery person. Please apply at the Dr. Pepper Distribution Center office, located on Hwy. 163, West Jefferson, between the hours of 8:00 am - 4:00 pm daily. is now taking applications from enthusiastic, customer service oriented individuals for fulltime seasonal employment for the upcoming ski season beginning November 16th. Applications are being accepted for the following areas: Snowmaking Reservations Nursery Office Security Ski Shop Equipment Rentals Restaurant Ice Skating Lift Operations Gift Shop Terrain Park Ticket Cashiers Apply in person at the Main Office on the lower level of the lodge 9am-4pm, Monday-Friday �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY , SEPTEMBER 25, 2007 PAGE 13 Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals ville Drive, Warrensville, North Carolina. Trustee's sole discre­ tion, delay the sale for up to one hour as pro­ vided in And being the identical land described in and conveyed by that cer­ tain deed from Iva Lea H. Seagraves to Steve Davis and wife Ann S. Davis, dated 6th of January 1993, and of record in Book 189, at Pages 2316-2317, Ashe County Registry. There is excepted from the lands above descri­ bed that certain tract containing 0.016 acre and one-half (1/2) undi­ vided interest in and to the well located on the above described lands together with ease­ ments appurtenant thereto fully described in and conveyed by that certain deed from Iva Lea H. Seagraves, widow, to Frank J. Weaver and wife, Erma V. Weaver, dated 31 January 1989, and of record in Book 168, at Pages 80-83, Ashe County Registry. Trustee may, in the 1195-Legals 1195-Legals isting in, on, at or relat­ ing to the property be­ ing offered for sale, and any and all respon­ sibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any NCGS §45-21.23. way relating to any condition ex­ Should the property be such purchased by a third pressly are disclaimed. party, that person must Also, this property is pay the tax of Forty- being sold subject to all Five Cents ($0.45) per taxes, special assess­ One Hundred Dollars ments, and prior liens ($100.00) required by or encumbrances of re­ cord and any recorded NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be of­ releases. fered pursuant to this A cash deposit or cash­ notice of sale is being ier's check (no person­ offered for sale, trans­ al checks) of five per­ fer and conveyance cent (5%) of the pur­ "AS IS, WHERE IS." chase price, or seven Neither the Trustee nor hundred fifty dollars the holder of the note ($750.00), whichever is secured by the deed of greater, will be required trust/security agree­ at the time of the sale. ment, or both, being THIS IS A COMMUNI­ foreclosed, nor the offi­ CATION FROM A cers, directors, attor­ DEBT COLLECTOR. neys, employees, THE PURPOSE OF agents or authorized THIS COMMUNICA­ representative of either TION IS TO COLLECT the Trustee or the hold­ A DEBT AND ANY IN­ er of the note make FORMATION OB­ any representation or TAINED WILL BE warranty relating to the USED FOR THAT title or any physical, PURPOSE, except as environmental, health stated below in the or safety conditions ex­ instance of bankrupt­ 1195-Legals cy protection. Attorneys for Substitute IF YOU ARE UNDER Trustee Services, Inc. THE PROTECTION OF THE BANKRUPT­ CY COURT OR HAVE P.O. Box 1028 BEEN DISCHARGED 4317 Ramsey Street AS A RESULT OF A Fayetteville, North Car­ BANKRUPTCY PRO­ olina 28311 CEEDING, THIS NO­ TICE IS GIVEN TO sale?,com YOU PURSUANT TO STATUTORY RE­ Case No: 141.121528 QUIREMENT AND FOR INFORMATION­ NOTICE OF AL PURPOSES AND FORECLOSURE IS NOT INTENDED AS SALE AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT Under and by virtue of OR AS AN ACT TO the power of sale con­ COLLECT, ASSESS, tained in a certain OR RECOVER ALL Deed of Trust made by OR ANY PORTION OF Tim Harless and Nancy THE DEBT FROM H. Harless, husband YOU PERSONALLY. and wife to First Ameri­ This 29th day of Au­ can Title Insurance Company, Trustee(s), gust, 2007. SUBSTITUTE TRUST­ dated the 19th day of November, 2004, and EE SERVICES, INC. recorded in Book 324. SUBSTITUTE Page 83Q. Ashe Coun­ TRUSTEE ty Registry, North Car­ olina, default having BY: been made in the pay­ ment of the note there­ by secured by the said Attorney at Law The Law Firm of Hutch- Deed of Trust and the Substi­ ens, Senter & Britton, undersigned, tute Trustee Services, PA. Northwest "S Lawn Care, Inc. Foundations Drainage/Erosion Control Land Clearing \ H&J - -- Lawn Services jProviding a full line of lawn care services for full and part time residents of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. CLEARING & GRADING • Road Construction • Water Gardens & Landscaping Lot Maintenance ^ Minor Landscaping Serving Ashe & Alleghany Counties FREE ESTIMATES 9464 Hwy 16 N« Grassy Creek, NC 28631 "Since 1989" Thomas Reed - Owner 336-246-3434 Wesley Calhoun 977-9040 • 846-4688 • 977-4882 Inc. having been sub­ stituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly re­ corded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness hav­ ing directed that the Deed of Trust be fore­ closed, the under­ signed Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the Courthouse Door in the City of Jef­ ferson, Ashe County, North Carolina at 12:00 pm on September 26. 2007 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real es­ tate situated in the County of Ashe, North Carolina, and being more particularly de­ scribed as follows: All that certain piece, parcel of lot of land, with improvements thereon;situate, lying and being in the City of West Jefferson, County of Ashe, State of North Carolina, the same be­ ing shown and desig­ nated as follows: ^445 Wade Vannoy Dr.«West Jefferson, NC/ 336-982-4651 V 336-385-8563 R OOP'S R OOFING All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs FREE ESTIMATES! Owner: Charles Roop Lansing, INC a distance of 167.75 feet to a 1/2" rebar set in a dirt parking area; thence South 84 deg. 09' 45" West for a dis­ tance of 19.26 feet to a point in the center of a 60' Right of way; thence with the center of said 60' Right of Way North 10 deg. 04' 00" West for a distance of 109.55 feet to a BEGINNING on an ex­ point; thence leaving isting iron pin, said iron said 30' Right of Way being in the Northern South 80 degrees 19' line of Lot 18 and the 00" West for a distance southern line of Lot 19 of 109.55 feet to a of the Andrew Sharpe point; thence leaving Estate; thence with the said 30' Right of Way Northern line of Lot 18 South 80 degrees 19' South 80 deg. 19 min. 00" East for a distance 00 sec. East for a dis­ of 20.87 feet to the tance of 175.67 feet to point of BEGINNING. a point in the Northern Together with improve­ line of Lot 18, said ments located thereon; point being located said property being lo­ South 11 degrees 36" cated at 1086 Will Van08" East a distance of noy Road, West Jeffer­ 15.90 feet from a 1/2" son, North Carolina. rebar set in the fence; thence with a division SURVEYED in Sep­ line of Lot 18 South 11 tember, 1998, using degrees 36' 08" East the Northern line of Lot for a distance of 56.95 18 of the Andrew feet to a 1/2" rebar set; Sharpe Estate as a thence South 84 de­ bearing reference. For grees 09' 45" West for source of title, see that A certain tract of land containing 0.354 acres according to a survey by Randy G. Rhodes and Assoc., PA, RLS #3094, located in Pine Swamp Township, and being more particularly described by the fol­ lowing metes and bounds: '&&W JML W SOOTINt Appalachian Roofing Co. SHES- ROOFINC ASHE COUNTY ITOOFINC FREE ESTIMATES 2S Years l'.xperivnce Senior Citizens Discounts licensed in North Carolina Ac VA Install ro4>niig of all kinds Hoof Painting Insured 4c All Work Guaranteed Serving Wilkes and Surrounding Counties North Wilkesboro 336-670-3554 Allen M i l l e r "Fully Insured" •Tree Trimming • Tree Removal • Dump Truck • Chipper • Clearing Lots • Cutting Views • FREE ESTIMATES "Iftyb frmty Sterfmii Zxfmti" 607C S. Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-246-HDTV (4388) Cox's Stump Grinding & Tree Service Hedge Trimming, Landscaping, "\jpp Bush hogging All Dangerous Trees I Free Estimates Bob Cox I780 Anderson Hill Rd.» Lansing, NC \Cell: 977-2978 Home: 384-4978 Fax: 336-246-2443 Absolutely tlw BBS! Brim Possible 336-977-1272 or 336-982-6218 336-384-2063 UNTRY ,"Dimming and Removal r JOE'S XV AND Free Estimates Fully Insured 35 Years Experience J Phone: 336-246-5634 Cell: 336-977-8701 CAR CONSTRUCTION [prHOME REPAIRSj j&K Construction 1 Appleseed Quality Home'Repairs Decks • Remodeling • Pressure Washing • Replacement Windows • Painting • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work i mj SATELLITE SALES & SERVICE JVC DIRECTV. 7onith TV'S & HOME THEATRES f °^ZZS M J i tryt 0re* • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation • Basement Remodeling INSURED • FREE ESTIMATES Seasonal Opening & Closing All types of repairs and maintenance tor P.O. Box 276 • Warrensville, NC 28693 your home or business. All calls returned. John Barker 336-384-3222 Kenny Spencer ,,336-384-2761 • cell: 877-7823 cr N Serving the High Country « Kay Combi*^ Tre& Service Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discre- >5 -,A msun9 ?Panasonic • s» TREE SERVICE This is the same prop­ erty conveyed to Tim Harless and wife, Nan­ cy H. Harless by deed of Donald R. Mash and wife, Patsy E. Mash by that deed, dated Sep­ tember 23, 1998 and recorded October 1, 1998 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Ashe County in Book 233, Page 2169. Thereafter, this is the same property con­ veyed to Tim Harless and wife, Nancy H. Harless by deed of Timothy Harless, dated October 11, 2002 and recorded October 18, 2002 in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Ashe County in Book 283, Page 252. BOB'S TREE SERVICE Sony Sharp w ,pione r .OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE to Donald R. Mash & Patsy E. Mash, record­ ed in Deed Book 160, at Page 834, Ashe County Register of Deeds Office area by Coordinate Computa­ tion. SR TREE SERVICE er TELEVISION CENTER Mountain View TV Center lvu:"lcl 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals RA*LAWN SERVICES IS? LAWN CARE CALHOUN 1195-Legals Maintenance Contracts by request. Authorized Technicians On Board 30 Plus Years Experience 982-3335 "ELECTS?!CA L Industrial • Commercial • Residential <V a*> ^Eatxiaaf^ ^ Mountain Field (Excavating & Hauling ^ No Contracting Co. 336-877-5010 Where Quality is a Tradition All Work Guaranteed / Licensed, Bonded & Insured ' '• Natnan Osborne Owner •Siding «Rock Work •Interior Trim • Patios •Decks 'ih 'Buildings ph: 1-336-620-1241 ph2:1-336-982-6563 http://home.eartlink.net/~npo/ Boone Grading Co., Inc. No Job Too Small or Too Large! LICENSED & INSURED FREEESTIMATES ALL TYPES OF GRADING • Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds Land Clearing • Road Building 1 Septic Systems • Basements • Footers Contact Robert Holman Office: 828-963-4069 Fax: 828-963-8610 Cell: 828-773-6736 *3* GRAPHIC DESIGN ites Spring Work J OB Too S MALL! Lot Clearing Basement/Footers • Ponds • Ditching Driveways Gravel, Mulch, Dirt Michael Pennington 336-385-2346 Mobile: 336-977-1312 • oar SANITATION SERVICE . uttos Sanitation Serw~ William & Amy Phillips Meeting all your Graphic Design needs. Mo job too big or too small! 336-982-5145 fireflycanoe@yahoo.com r——- It's Finally Here! A Private Trash Service for Ashe County! f[- \Ve are ,ww accepting new accounts Garbage Service includes: Weekly or Biweekly Pickup Residential, Light Commercial and Small Business Accepted Contact us at: 828-394-4944,828-292-3211 or 336-977-0500 Toll Free: 877-217-9866 • Sam - 6pm 1 �PAGE 14 TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals tion, delay the sale for up to one hour as pro­ vided in BANKRUPTCY PROCEEDING, THIS NO­ TICE IS GIVEN TO YOU PURSUANT TO STATUTORY RE­ QUIREMENT AND FOR INFORMATION­ AL PURPOSES AND IS NOT INTENDED AS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT OR AS AN ACT TO COLLECT, ASSESS, OR RECOVER ALL OR ANY PORTION OF THE DEBT FROM YOU PERSONALLY. This 5th day of September, 2007. SUBSTITUTE TRUST­ EE SERVICES, INC. SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that person must pay the tax of FortyFive Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be of­ fered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance "AS IS, WHERE IS." Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agree­ ment, or both, being foreclosed, nor the offi­ cers, directors, attor­ neys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the hold­ er of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health or safety conditions ex­ isting in, on, at or relat­ ing to the property be­ ing offered for sale, and any and all respon­ sibilities or liabilities arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition ex­ pressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is being sold subject to all taxes, special assess­ ments, and prior liens or encumbrances of re­ cord and any recorded releases. A cash deposit or cash­ ier's check (no person­ al checks) of five per­ cent (5%) of the pur­ chase price, or seven hundred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. THIS IS A COMMUNI­ CATION FROM A DEBT COLLECTOR. THE PURPOSE OF THIS COMMUNICA­ TION IS TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY IN­ FORMATION OB­ TAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE, except as stated below in the instance of bankrupt­ cy protection. IF YOU ARE UNDER THE PROTECTION OF THE BANKRUPT­ CY COURT OR HAVE BEEN DISCHARGED AS A RESULT OF A The NEW Jefferson Post Website is coming. BY: jeBersonpost.com Attorney at Law The Law Firm of Hutchens, Senter & Britton, P.A. Attorneys for Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. The onset of eye disease may not be as visible as the appearance of new wrinkles. An eye doctor P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Car­ olina 28311 can spot the early warning signs of vision problems sales,com like glaucoma and Case No: 735.121272 macular degeneration, as Yard Estate Sale well as other serious health Saturday September conditions suchasdiabetes 29th from 8 a.m. - until and hypertension. Early Furniture, machinery, detection is key. tools, many house hold items. Come check out the great For men and women deals! over 40, it might be wise 244 Big Flatts Church Road, Fleetwood. to look into your eyes. For more information, visit checkyearly.com. A public Advertise with us! service message from Vision Council of America and AARP. Call 846-7162 to put your ad in the -AARP Jefferson The power to make it better.' Check Yearly See Clearly.* www.<h*cky*arly .com Post today! 5ati©H^I m Save Now on the Quality of STIHL! STIHL eCTMER 14 Your boss's name, the name of your company and a short message will be published on the Jefferson Post's National Boss Day page on Tbesday, October 16th, 2007 MS 180 C-B STIHL MiniBossr $21995 One of our most popular homeowner saws Exclusive toolless Quick Chain Adjuster for fast, easy chain adjustment (Deadline for ad information is Thursday, October ll,h at 5pm) $25 for Single Spot or $40 for Double Contact Sandra at the Jefferson Post for further details Phone: 336-846-7164 • Fax: 336-846-7165 E-mail: classified@jeffersonpost.com Or you may fill out the coupon below and mail to: Classifieds!Attn. Sandra Osborne P.O. Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 FREE Carrying Case MS 250 Chain Saw With purchase of MS 180 C-B/180 C-BE, MS 250/250 C-BE or MS 290. Offer valid 9/3/2007-10/28/2007. At participating dealers while supplies last. See dealer for details. 16" bar Designed for firewood cutting and around-the-home tasks ^ Excellent power-to-weight ratio Boss' Name:. From: Always wear protective apparel as recommended in your instruction manual. FULLY ASSEMBLED AND SERVICED. Message:. STIHL products are easy to start and operate! Hart Power Equipment Company Name:. 205 South Second Ave. West Jefferson • 336-246-3431 Downtown WJ behind Geno's Restaurant Company Phone:. Billing Address:_ (3 Single $25°° (3 Double $40 We accept Mastercard and Visa w • ••• — — — *— — — — T_—31^? stihlusa.com Are you ready for a STIHL �ir JEFFERSON POST TUESPAY/ SEPTEMBER 25, 2007 PAGE 15 COMMUNITY NEWS Sfou are not alone: FlyFest coming to region y Maria Cilley (FlyLady) pecial to the Post I am always so excited to e able to meet with my Flylabies. Not long ago one of nembers was in our area and ve met for coffee. Since she las been FLYing; she has de­ rided it is time for her to get oack to her first love of writ­ ing. Many of you have done the same thing. So while we talked, she took notes and interviewed me. We have had lots of pub­ licity over the last few years and much of it has come from our FlyBabies!! The success has prompted our members to share their story with their friends and neighbors as well as write it down for the world to see. Many sto­ ries have been picked up by local newspapers and mag­ azines all over the world. Many of you have been giv­ ing speeches in your church­ es and clubs. As you have grown, you have spread your wings to soar even higher. I am so proud of each of you who have taken FLYing to heart. Many of you thought that you were rs. the only one who I \ lived a chaotic \ \ life. Would you \\ like to meet othHh er people who are FLYing? Are you ready for a FLY family reC'3l|| union? v * We have been ^ ^JjjL thinking about ML ^fgpHl ways for you / % to get together I--, with other FLY m Babies. We have ^ come up with a FLY Fest. Over the years these FLY Fests have been fund raisers for lots of great causes. They have been held with a small group of FLY Babies and also at big events with me. I have been asked several times to travel across this great coun­ try to help raise money for other organizations. Last year our annual FLY Fest was in St. Louis. This year it is in my hometown of Brevard, North Carolina. This FLY Fest is for a local good cause; the Transylva- y\ / )\ / / I ^ MoJ WlMjjL J <Q mX- Jwtrf nia Community Hospital. This hospital has been there for me when I have needed ^ *s t*me to give back to those who are jjJ -WL always ready and willing to lend a hand. Jm\ We have this JJJv big FLY Fest planned for Saturday, Sep­ tember 29th at the Brevard High School Auditorium. The doors open at 8:30am. All our FLY Crew will be there. The Dinner Diva, Leanne Ely and her sister Mis­ sus Smarty Pants, Leslie are coming from Charlotte, NC. My mentor Pam Young, author of The Sidetracked Home Executives is coming from Washington State and Country Music Star, Eric Dodge is coming from Utah to sing for us. We may even have a surprise visit from Pam's friend, The House Fairy. It is going to be a great day filled with fun and in­ spiration. The Transylvania Community Hospital Foun­ dation will also be selling box lunches. Donations will be taken at the door as the event is free for all who want to come. Please come and be with us to help raise money for my friends at the hospi­ tal. People will be coming to our FLY Fest from all over the country. Here are the details. Brevard High School Au­ ditorium 747 Country Club Drive Brevard, NC 28712 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free and you do not have to register; Do­ nations gladly accepted at the door. For more help getting rid of your CHAOS; check out her website and join her free mentoring group at www. FlyLady.net or her book, Sink Reflections published by Ban­ tam and her New York Times Best Selling book, Body Clut­ ter published by Fireside. Copyright 2007 Maria Cilley Used by permission in this publication. Ashe County native, Tif­ fany D. Wood, has joined High South Realty of Ashe in Jeffer­ son as broker. High South Realty serves Ashe, Alleghany, Wilkes, Av­ ery and Watauga Counties in residential, land, commercial and investment sales in addi­ tion to vacation rentals. Previously, Tiffany was af­ filiated with a local real estate office as an intern. She then realized that she wanted to pursue her dream...a career in real estate. She feels it is so rewarding to assist families in finding their dream....owning a home in the beautiful moun­ tains of North Carolina. Tif­ fany is a member of the Ashe County Board of Realtors and Ashe County Worship Center in West Jefferson. Tiffany also serves as inhouse broker and property manager at River Country Estates, a luxurious gated log home community in the Blue Ridge Mountain of Alleghany County. Call Tiffany today at High South Realty of Ashe (336) 846-1818 or at River Country Estates (336) 3598075 for all your real estate needs. Tiffany Wood joins High South Realty Enter the Mt. Aire Seafood / Jefferson Post Mountain Aire m Football Contest seafood & steaks ^ Each weekly winner will be entered into a drawing to be held at Mountain Aire Seafood for a $50.00 Gift Certificate at the end of the Football Contest in December. Please see our Friday editions for the winner information for the weekly Football Contest. Thanks to everyone for playing the Mountain Aire Seafood / Jefferson Post Football Contest! I 1.The games listed by number in each advertisement correspond to the lines in the entry blank. Some advertisements may contain |more than one game. Simply write on the correct lines in the entry blank which team you think will win. 1 2. At the bottom of the entry blank is the Tiebreaker. In the space indicated'guessTReToIircorrlBlhflfl numberofpoinis that will be scored by both teams in that game. • 3. A $20 Gift Certificate from Mountain Aire Seafood will be awarded to the entrant predicting the most winners. In the event | of ties the Tiebreaker will be employed to decide the winning entrant. In the event the Tiebreaker does not break the tie the I prize will be divided equally. I 4. In the event games are postponed they will only • count in that week's contest if they are played within • that week's contest period. The contest period covers games from Friday through the following Thursday. | 5. Entries may be mailed to:Jefferson Post at P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or brought to the office at 203 S. Second | Ave., West Jefferson. All mail entries must be postmarked by . the post office no later than the Friday preceding the start of the • contest period and be received no later than Monday's mail. All • entries hand delivered must be at the office of Jefferson Post no • later than 5 p.m. on the Friday starting the contest week. | 6. Limit of one entry per person, per envelope, per contest date. All entries must be on entry forms clipped from Jefferson Post. 1 TIE BREAKER ASU ELON The total number of points In this game will be... PARKER TIE HARDWARE OUR GOAL IS SAVING YOU CASH!WEB & BUILDING SUPPLY COMPANY gr7 "Where the best cost less!" EMPIRE 19 South 3rd Street • West Jefferson, NC 336-246-2611 2000 W. 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Employees of Jefferson Post and their families are ineligible. • Lite Side Menu • Seafood Delicacies • Sandwiches • Desserts Jim's Corner M-F BS • Sal 9-3 Highway 16 • Glcndale Springs, NC 0<y, 336-982-3060 |f www.mountainaireseafood.com Tue-Thurs 4:30-8:30 • Fri 4:30-9 • Sat 4-9 • Sun 12-8 FURNITURE STORE 160 Northwest School Rd. • Warrensville, NC 336-384-2929 We Offer Professional Delivery 4 Kid Menus Regular Hours: t! Months Free Financing Throughout The Stor • \ 119 Old Brickyard Road • North Wilkesboro. NC 28659 336-667-6111 • 336-838-8085 www.specialtycarcompany.com Dealer# .mw �TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS |!-£«itfnu$xn«)tS9intfxc I 41? vSPi t •"5SI'P.7*Slf1w**tf*«Kt!4TOraui»f r%" .f ---""nin? i f>* nfijio tM9 Nifttfe •** * ? wniwmtffxt*** himio4K««,%v , , r n D i"n#f!fvv«: i*mi •Htg-llt SVXf 0p« t*r 'V|fl?tt«snv3f.9<ij«fKi > r• in mSX. Lansing salutes firefighters Photos courtesy of Richard Kirrstetter, Lansing VFD Safety Officer On September 11, Lansing Fire Department honored the 343 firefighters killed in the line of duty and also all the other victims of'that day in 2001. It was strange, that shortly before 9/11/01 the Lansing Fire Department had a structure fire and a picture was taken of the chimneys remaining, which looked very much like the World Trade Center Twin Towers. The Lansing Fire Department did a great job decorating their trucks with the North Carolina Flag, two American flags, and a New York City Fire Department flag. Also displayed was a picture of the 343 firefighters with the caption "They went in Together, let them stay Together," and the Stephen Shoemaker print of the firefighters raising the flag at Ground Zero. Many people came to view the fire trucks and the pictures and this brought home the fact that this was a tragic day in the history of our nation that should never be forgotten. 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Customers arc required to have another deposit relationship to receive this CD rate. May not be used with IRA rollover. Penalty may be imposed for early withdrawals. Account insured up to $100,000. MORTIMER AOLER Molly is a young adult fe­ male lab who is already spayed. She is very lovable and so good with children. Please give this beauty a good home. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 77 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JP_2007_0925 Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C., September 25, 2007] Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a title="Jefferson Post" href="http://www.jeffersonpost.com" target="_blank">Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C.]</a> Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Newspapers Is Part Of A related resource in which the described resource is physically or logically included. <a title="Jefferson Post" href=" https://omeka.library.appstate.edu/collections/show/47" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Jefferson Post</a> Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant West Jefferson (N.C.) Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 16 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-09-25 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/4ddb96b318f8bc939bf9cbc574cd599f.pdf 36a0b2b5cbbcc6f0b69909a6b6248202 PDF Text Text • Tennis success continues Friday page 1B September 28, 2007 • Volleyball team splits games 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com page 1B • Ashe Youth Soccer League Salute SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Volume 82, Issue 78 C section WJ joins Small Towns program by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor From talk of landscaping and signage to the need for improved parking and stormwater drainage, the work of including West Jefferson in the Small Town Main Street Program has officially begun. Interested citizens packed the Ashe County Arts Center last Thursday evening to hear a presentation on the program from Western NC District Co­ ordinator Richard McHargue and Planners Kristy Carter and Ron Hancock. McHargue also presented a certificate of membership to Mayor Dale AMH Clinic moves town improvements through organization, design, promo­ tion and economic restructur­ ing. To get started, partici­ pants will organize into small committees to study various needs for the town and come up with ideas. They will be assisted through the Small Town Main Street Program's planners and designers. The western area of the state is currently served by McHar­ gue as coordinator, Carter and Hancock as planners, and Amanda Bosch as de­ signer. The small commit­ tees will meet monthly over by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Mountain Family Care Center, a certified rural health clinic for Ashe Memo­ rial Hospital, has moved from its former location behind Ashe County Middle School in Warrensville to the hospi­ tal campus in Jefferson. The clinic had been co-lo­ cated with Top Dog Clinic which serves the middle school. Top Dog Clinic is still open during school hours to serve the student population, but the afternoon and eve­ ning service provided by Ashe Memorial Hospital through Mountain Family Care Cen­ ter will be available .at the hospital beginning Monday, Oct. 1. The new location will be the office suite of Ashe In­ ternal Medicine, staffed by Dr. Mark Zawodniak and his wife Susan, located on the back side of the physician office building on the hospi­ tal campus. The entrance to Ashe Internal Medicine (and Mountain Family Care Cen­ ter) is marked with a sign on Post photo by Jim Thompson the right as you drive around West Jefferson Police Chief Robert Roten shows a 55-Inch high marijuana plant that was the back of the hospital to­ found off Mount Jefferson Road this week. Authorities are seeking the owner(s). ward Mountain Hearts. Hours for Mountain Fami­ ly Care Center are expanding Post photo by Linda Burchette as well. Beginning Monday, Small Town Main Street Program Western NC Coordinator the clinic will be open Mon­ Richard McHargue, from right, presented a certificate day through Friday, 1-9 p.m., of membership to West Jefferson Mayor Dale Baldwin, this week. There' were also The West Jefferson Police and Saturday, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. by Jim Thompson accompanied by Alderman Bob McCoy and Town Manager four other pots which had ap­ Department would like to Services are available by ap­ Editor ^Greg McGinnis, during a public meeting last week on West When a person finds some­ parently earlier held similar speak with anyone with infor­ pointment or for walk-ins. Jefferson's inclusion in the program. thing of value missing, the' plants. They appeared to have mation regarding this grow­ Mountain Family Care first place they usually head is been pulled out by the roots or ing operation; their number is Center staff can see patients Baldwin. Accompanying the the next two years, and an­ to the police. cut off by one or more persons, 246-9410. for a variety of non-emergen­ mayor were Town Manager nual meetings will be held to That is not likely to hap »en Roten said. O f course, if the owner of cy conditions. The new loca­ Greg McGinnis and Alder­ evaluate progress. The first with the person(s) who were Capt. Chris Miller of the the plant would like to come tion on the hospital campus men Bob McCoy and Stephen annual meeting will be held growing marijuana off Mount Sheriff's Office said the plant by Town Hall and claim it, will provide an opportunity Shoemaker. next June. The next public Jefferson Road—but Chief had a value of approximately Chief Roten promises them a for easier access for patients McHargue explained the meeting to organize partici­ Robert Roten of the West Jef­ $2,000. warm welcome—and Sheriff seeking non-emergency care. basics of the program and pants into committees will ferson Police hopes to talk with According to authori­ James Williams is ready to Clinic staffers see patients what it will do for West Jef­ be held on Tuesday, Oct. 2 whoever left a fully grown, 55- ties, someone had put the give them a place to sleep for for conditions such as strep ferson. There is no money of­ in the downstairs conference inch high pot plant there. five plants in high weeds off the night, or longer, depend­ throat, flu, minor injuries and fered, but the program helps room of Ashe County Public Acting on a tip from some Mount Jefferson Road. They ing on when they can make urinary tract infections, but the town seek grants for revi- Library at 6:30 p.m. Anyone people cutting weeds, of­ had remained concealed until bail. They should not, however, not emergency care. Blood talization. The program pro­ interested in participating is ficers with the department the workers noticed them and expect to have their "lost" pro- work is referred to the lab at vides a wide range of advice invited to attend. erty returned. discovered the plant earlier made their report. See Clinic, page 5A See I*rogram, page 5A and consultation on down- $2,000 pot plant found Ashe man wins state Heritage Award The North Carolina Arts Council has announced the winners for the state's most prestigious award for folk artists, the North Carolina Heritage Award. Six artists representing the state's cul­ tural traditions in a variety of media will be honored in an awards ceremony on October 25 in Raleigh. Recipients of the award are Walter and Ray Daven­ port, commercial fishermen who preserve North Caroli­ na's coastal traditions (Tyr­ rell County); Mike Harman, a sixth-generation coverlet weaver (Ashe County); leg­ endary Appalachian story­ teller Orville Hicks (Watauga County); nationally-known Haliwa-Saponi potter Senora Lynch (Warren County); and bluegrass music pioneer, George Shuffler (Burke Coun­ ty). Since 1989, the North Carolina Heritage Award has honored the folk artists of North Carolina, deepening Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com awareness of the stories, mu­ sic, artistry that comprise our rich and diverse cultural and folklife traditions. The Arts Council's an­ nouncement comes on the heels of the national recog­ nition of two folk artists last week in Washington, D.C. Af­ rican American string band musician, Joe Thompson, was awarded a 2007 National Heritage Fellowship by the National Endowment for the Arts. Also honored was the late Appalachian musi­ cian, Mary Jane Queen. Both Thompson and Queen were among 259 nominations and were two of twelve awardees from nine states. "Joe Thompson and Mary Jane Queen exemplify the cre­ ative and passionate artists working within the commu­ nities of our state to keep our cultural traditions alive," said Mary B. Regan, Executive Di­ rector of the North Carolina Arts Council. "Their mastery preserves our heritage and Photo courtesy of N.C. Arts Council Mike Harman, a sixth-generation weaver who lives In Ashe County, is among this year's winners of the state's highest award for heritage. Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,797 U.S. service people killed (as of 9/26) 28,009 U.S. service people wounded (as of 9/26) makes North Carolina a bet­ ter state, and we are proud to be represented nationally by such deserving recipients." The program honoring re­ cipients of the North Carolina Heritage Award is free and open to the public. In addition to performances by Orville Hicks and George Shuffler, the works of Walter and Ray Davenport, Senora Lynch and Mike Harman will be on dis­ play. The event will take place at the Fletcher Opera Theater at the Progress Energy Center Performing Arts in Raleigh at 7:30 p.m. •Walter and Ray Daven­ port, Preservers of Coastal Tradition (Tyrrell County) Brothers and fishermen, Walter and Ray Davenport preserve traditions associated with fishing the rivers, sounds and ocean waters of North Carolina's coast. Boatbuild­ ing and netmaking are among their many skills and they are unsurpassed in their knowl­ edge of weather patterns, loSee Awards, page 5A Local author to sign books Saturday Ashe County resident Doug Butler will sign cop­ ies of his new book, A Walk Atop America, Saturday, Sept. 29, from 10:30 a.m. to noon at Skyland Books & Gifts in downtown West Jefferson. The book tells the story of how Butler reached the highest point in all 50 states, ending up with a dramatic finish at Denali, Alaska. A world traveller for many years, Butler first started thinking about trying to reach all 50 sum­ mits when he was in high school. He practiced medicine in the county some years ago, and continues to work with underserved popula­ tions in American Indian reservations. For more information, call Skyland Books & Gifts at 846-2660. Temperature record falls GRANDFATHER MOUNTAIN, NC - A high of 73 degrees on Wednesday broke the previous record for September 26 of 71 degrees set in 1958 and then tied in 1993 and again in 1998. The official US Weather Service reporting sta­ tion located next to Grandfather Mountain's Mile High Swinging Bridge has collected data since 1956. The all time highest temperature ever recorded at Grandfather in the month of September was 78 degrees set September 1, 1993. �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Ever feel like you are going down for the last time? by Maria Cilley (FlyLady) Special to the Post Do you ever/feel like you are drowning? And you are go­ ing down for the last time and no one is there to save you! In fact the whirlpool is about to suck you into the dark abyss. This is how we all feel when we are living in CHAOS! The whirlpool is the vicious cycle we are living in and we don't know how to stop it! You can't even remember how you got into the dangerous waters in the first place! I can tell you exactly why! Procrastination! You didn't want to look at the problem food you need to buy, what, 10 minutes and think about you need to use up and what what you can cook next week. leftovers can be used in a pot Having groceries in the house of soup. Just the act of doing is half the battle to cooking. it starts your mind thinking When you don't have it on about menus and a grocery hand it is just much easier list. While you are cleaning to call for pizza or takeout! out the refrigerator, keep your Which is why you are gain­ grocery list handy so you can ing weight and losing money; jot down a few ideas for next could this be a reason you are weeks meals. in the whirlpool in the first Now after you have place? Think about the life cleaned out the refrigerator, preserver of just cleaning out sit down with a cup of tea for the refrigerator: could this be K '>w V"'n t '' nfl faced jhtttai fji the key to not falling into the abyss! You have it in your head that menu planning it go­ ing to take a long time, it is hard or that you have people that won't eat what you cook. Your excuse are just another from of whining and procras­ tination. If the truth be told, menu planning only takes a few minutes if you will do it. Eventually you will have sev­ eral weeks worth of menus and grocery lists that you can recycle and not even have to go through this process ex­ cept to clean out the refrig­ erator so you won't forget to utilize some produce. Cleaning out the refrig­ erator along with menu plan­ ning saves you money! This is money that can be used to pull yourself out of this whirl­ pool. You have to start some­ place! So go clean out your refrigerator! My hand is out; grab it and we will FLY together! For more help getting rid of your CHAOS; check out her website and join her free mentoring group at www. FlyLady.net or her book, Sink Reflections published by Ban­ tam and her New York Times Best Selling book, Body Clut­ ter published by Fireside. Copyright 2007 Maria Cilley Used by permission in this publication. F78 PROPINK ftt)w(SldSslnt"Wjon HR-13 LDIIiE'S Let's Build Something Together so you put it off. You probably still don't want to address the issues that are drowning you! But we do this every single day. You see it is not one thing that is pulling you under it is all the things that got our homes in the shape they are in! Every thing is connected and one thing starts getting sucked into the whirlpool the rest will follow! UNLESS you start to pull your own self out one bad habit at a time. I know you don't believe me, but as strange as it may seem, FLYing can give you the life preservers when nothing else will! We put off paying bills! We put off buying groceries! We put off planning menus! We put off doing our taxes! You name it we can find a way and an excuse for putting it off! We have to stop this right now! Just stopping one thing will keep your head above water. Wednesday is always Antiprocrastination day, menu planning day and clean out the refrigerator day. Look at what talcing care of these things will do for this whirl­ pool you have gotten yourself into. With the refrigerator cleaned out, you can see what Veterans' home opens RALEIGH - The official groundbreaking for the new N.C. State Veterans Home will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday on Hull Road near the Cas­ well Center in Kinston. The 100-bed facility will provide skilled long-term health care and is scheduled to open in 2010. Speakers will include Lt Gov. Beverly Perdue, Adminis­ tration Secretary Britt Cobb, George Graham, Chairman of the Lenoir County Board of Commission, and Ray G. Smith, Chairman of the N.C. Veterans Affairs Commission. "These facilities will help North Carolina provide vital services to veterans and main­ tain its position as the most military-friendly state in the nation," said Charles F. Smith, director of the N.C. Division of Veterans Affairs. The N.C. State Veterans Home program provides skilled care services to quali­ fied North Carolina veterans. About 760,000 veterans reside in North Carolina. 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Lowe's and the gable design are registered trademarks ol LF, LLC. 07099: 001/70992/030 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2007 PAGE 3A SOCIALS Miller-Blevins engaged to wed Martha Ann Miller of Wil­ kesboro, N.C., and Franklin Miller of Millers Creek, N.C., are pleased to announce the engagement of their daugh­ ter, Donna Ann Miller, to Jody Lynn Blevins. Donna is a CS 1 Inspector. She is employed with Gates Rubber Company in Jeffer­ son, N.C. Jody is the son of Clyde Manley and Logene Frances Blevins of Jefferson, Jody Lynn Blevins and Donna Ann Miller Visit the all-new www. jeffersonpost. com today N.C. Jody is Licensed Pro­ fessional Counseolor. He is employed at New River Be­ havioral Healthcare in North Wilkesboro, N.C. A fall wedding is planned for Nov. 17, 2007, at Glendale Springs Presbyterian Church. Baby News Jennifer and Matt Reva of West Jefferson announce the birth of their son, Henry Cole Treva. He was bom Sept. 14, 2007, at Ashe Memorial Hospital, weighed 8 pounds, 3 ounces and was 20 inches long. He will be welcomed home by his siblings, Cory and Hallie, and grandpar­ ents Mary and Gary Hess and Jane and Bob Neder. Angela Rutherford and Mar­ shall Oakley of West Jefferson announce the birth of their son, Jacob Haywood Oakley. He was bom Sept. 18, 2007, at Ashe Memorial Hospital, weighed 8 pounds, 14 ounces and was 20.5 inches long. He will be welcomed home by big sister Chelsea Ruth­ erford and grandparents Carolyn Rutherford and Shirlie Stout. Jessie L. Hicks and John Wayne Howell of Warrensville announce the birth of their son, Randal Lee Howell Jr. He was bom Sept. 20, 2007 at Ashe Memorial Hospital, weighed 4 pounds, 14.5 ounces and was 18 inches long. Grandparents are Rick Howell, Judy Hicks and Celia Adkins. 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For further information or to schedule an appointment call Mount Jefferson Family Medicine 336-846-7433. > irlooms NI55I9M 5TYLIHG ' rmrftrpj mTTTTTn ^ kg • # Broyhill IM'S CORNER •tCVM PUfiCfo 89" Leather Look Fabric Sofa $699 Furniture Store 160 Northwest School Road Warrensville, NC 336-384-2929 �Public Opinion X mm "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Support our free clinic As the letters on this page suggest, the Ashe County Free Medical Clinic is worthy of strong community support. No matter what you think needs to be done— or not done—most people agree we have a health­ care crisis in this nation. The cost of healthcare and insurance is one of the fastest growing seg­ ments of our economy. The results are not only dev­ astating to individuals, but also to businesses of all sizes—and especially small ones. There are a number of possible solutions out there, all of which attract supporters and critics. In the meantime, until we gain the national political will to address this criti­ cal issue, places like the Free Medical Clinic are absol utelyy ital. The clinic is a win-win situation for everyone involved. Those who are served are able to save some of their hard-earned dollars. The medical pro­ fessionals make impor­ tant contributions to the community. Even Ashe Memorial Hospital— which strongly supports the clinic—gains, as some of those who use the clin­ ic's services would, in the past, have been unable to pay for their care. The clinic serves those hardest hit by the health­ care crisis: those who work at jobs that provide nei­ ther healthcare insurance nor sufficient salaries to pay for that insurance—or the soaring cost of selfpaid care. As our better-paying jobs began to disappear in the mid-1990s with the closing of Hanes, more and more good, honest work­ ing people have joined the ranks of those who face the biggest challenges in healthcare. Sometimes the Free Medical Clinic is the only way they can "afford" proper healthcare. Until, as we said, the nation moves to resolve this situation, we will con­ tinue to need the Free Medical Clinic—and we all need to give it our sup­ port. If you are a medi­ cal professional, you can volunteer some hours. If you are a "regular" citi­ zen, then your donations will help the clinic contin­ ue and, perhaps, one day expand its services. We suggest you check out the three letters on this page, and then give the clinic a call at 8464649. After all, any of us could be the next person who needs their wonder­ ful—and free—services. Ministry offers thanks To the Editor: High Country Youth Ministries would like to thank the entire community for their support at the September 7 concert featuring Christian artists Britt Nicole and Overflow. We especially want to thank the following businesses and organizations for their wonderful support of our county's young people by sponsoring this concert. These groups include West Jefferson Chevrolet, Home Town Realty of Ashe, Robert Hartsoe, Packfan Investments LLC, Mountain Select Properties, Classic Homes of the High Country, Ashe County Motors, Ashe Lawn Memorial Chapel, Badger Funeral Home, Millers Insurance, Regency Properties, Meadowview Mennonite Church and Carroll Leather Goods. We also wish to thank the Shepherd's Staff, Living Waters, Ashe County High School, ACHS FCA, WKSK, WKBC and WASU. Thanks to the support and the tremendous blessings of God through our community, these people and businesses, we were able to allow everyone to attend the concert free of charge. God bless you and thanks for your support. Dwight Shepherd and the HCYM board Calling all nurses! Dear Ashe County Nurse, We are writing to let you know about the Ashe County Free Medical Clinic, and our need for volunteer nurses. The Free Clinic was established in July, 2006 by a group of people who studied the need and free clinic operation for several years. Since opening the clinic doors we have served over 400 people. The ACFMC serves only those who live or work in Ashe County, do not have any type of medical insurance, are between the ages of 19 and 64 and meet our income guidelines. We are open on Thursday evenings from 5:00 - 9:00, and need two nurses each clinic. We do eligibility intake on Tuesday evenings and need PA/'* it /i y\ V* 2007 FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, If3 CALLEP iRVJN,CAP...U'6> THE LATE&T TWN6 FR=N\ APPLE. IT'5 HcW C/WIOTB? ANN0JNCE THEY'RE RUNNIN6 FOR PRESIPENT... Nurse backs free clinic Letters to the Editor two nurses to take health histories from 4:00 - 7:00. At the present time, we are operating with six dedicated nurses, which as you can see, is the bare minimum we need to keep the clinic open. Each person who volunteers for the clinic donates as much time as he or she can, but we normally schedule our volunteers for 1 time (4 hours) each month. Some of the nurses are working more, at their request, and because we are so short of nurses. All volunteers are covered by the "Good Samaritan" laws of North Carolina. In addition, all volunteer medical staff are certified through the FTCA (Federal Tort Claims Act) which protects the clinic and the medical volunteers from malpractice lawsuits. It takes about 1 month to become certified through FTCA; the Clinic takes care of all the paperwork for certification, you will just be asked for some basic information. Please read the enclosed notes from two of our nurses. If you would be interested in learning more about the free clinic, or you might be interested in volunteering, please go to www.acfmc.org. You will find basic information about the clinic and a form to fill in if you would like to volunteer; or call us at 8464649. If you get the answering machine, leave a message; we will return your call. , Please consider helping us provide hope and healing for our Ashe County friends and neighbors! Thank you! much in need of care by the time we see them. The majority of these same patients are amazingly patient (waiting for hours sometimes), tolerant, To the Editor: loving, and One time, when I was courteous, taking a health history, a extremely thankful to finally new patient asked how much be getting health care. They all this was going to cost? I will offer to give their space to told her "Nothing." She said, someone else, in greater need. "Nothing?" I answered her They also have left donations that this was a free clinic. in a cookie jar (on their own) Tears came to her eyes. Mine in thanks, or offered to come too. Another time, a patient told help at the clinic as a means me that "I would be dead if I of thanks to the staff. It's humbling to have patients cry wasn't able to come here." These statements make me in appreciation of care that is feel very humble and grateful often much too late to do the that there is a place such as most good for health. we have here. Also, I feel a I'm so very thankful for the little frustrated because there entire staff that make this are so many people out there service possible, from the whose medical needs have doctors and nurses,office staff, not been met for so long. translators, food providers, Barbara Trask, R.N. the clean up crew, the Board, and the behind-the- scenes staff that volunteer their time to do all the really hard work of keeping everything stocked, and organized, and working smoothly. No staff member minds doing any task that needs To the Editor: I feel very privileged to be to be done, and there is a a part of the Ashe County "feeling of God's Love" in this Free Medical Clinic. Most place. We each come to serve, of the folks we serve work and give, and love, and it is hard, (some at several jobs) we who receive more than we to support their families. could ever hope to share. They are able to provide for It is we who are ministered their loved ones, but have to in "our ministry". It is we no extra money to provide who are touched, and changed, health insurance, or to pay for doctor's visits, much less pay and grow. It is a rare gift to for medicines and treatments have this clinic available, they need for their health. and an even rarer gift to be Some have had NOhealth care allowed to share what we can, in years; most women haven't from our many blessings. had regular screenings for What a joy! What a cancers, (one woman hadn't Blessing! had a physical since her daughter's birth 24 Sharon Frazier, R.N. years ago!) , and they are so Another nurse speaks Linda Marsh, RN Clinic Coordinator Who is going to publish your book? Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Production Manager Graphic Artist/Webmaster Sports/General News Reporter Business Manager Receptionist Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Linda Burchette Coy Powers Wendy Cole Michael Graybeal Sandra Osborne Kelly Blevins Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. "I have written a book, and it's pretty good, if I do say so myself. Now, how do I go about getting it published?" People ask me this kind of question all the time. They might think that because I talk to a North Carolina author ev­ ery week on UNC-TVs North Carolina Bookwatch, that I have some special insight into the publishing world. I don't. But I have learned some tilings about the business of books, of publishing them, and selling them. My first lesson was to be taught how painful it is for a book author to experience the results of an unsuccess­ ful search for a publisher or an agent. I have talked to so many people who have put years, even decades, writing down their stories. They have poured their heart's blood on to their notebooks and computer screens. "But" they say, "it was all to no avail. I can't get it published." Some of them take advan­ tage of the new technologies that make "self publishing" relatively inexpensive and convenient. Any one of us who can write or assemble a book can publish it and have cop­ ies available for sale to anyone who wants to purchase it. But, most of the self-pub­ lished authors I know tell me that, without the promotional and sup­ port of an estab1i s h e d publisher, t h e i r books do not get on the shelves of books t o r e s where lo­ cal book­ sellers could connect them to their customers. The second lesson should be an obvious one. Publishers and bookstore owners are in the business to make a profit. They are happy when they can promote "good literature," but they have to sell books to stay in business. Some kinds of books sell well; others do not. So, publishers pass by lots of very good books that they think will not be marketable. There is a third lesson. I hes­ itate to share it with you, but here it is: Only a few of these books are really very good and worthy of publication. In many cases, even though the authors have poured everything into their books, they have not done the obvious things to make them better. They have not honed their writing skills by taking writing courses. They have not shared their work with writing coaches or with contemporaries in writing groups. They have not hired extra opportunity for a critique professional editors to critique of a writing project. They will and challenge their work. learn how to pitch agents and In short, they do not seek publishers. out the opportunities to make So if you ask me that "how their work better. do I get published?" question So what do I tell the folks during the next few weeks, you who ask me about how to get can guess what my answer will their book published? be. "Go to the Writers' Network I tell them simply that I Fall Conference. Then we'll will not talk to them until they talk." have joined the North Carolina Note: Information about Writers' Network and taken the North Carolina Writers' advantage of its services for Network and on-line registra­ writers and aspiring writers. tion for its Fall Conference are The Network hosts numer­ available at www.ncwriters.org ous writers' workshops, resi­ or by calling 919-967-9540. dences and meetings through­ out the state. It keeps list of learning opportunities offered by other groups. It provides a professional critique service that has a successful author review and comment on the The editorial page of the work of an author seeking to Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers complete a "publishable work." to express their views. All it Once a year, the Network takes is a letter to the edi­ brings all of the services to­ tor. The subject of the letters gether at a fall conference should be a matter of com­ where aspiring and experi­ munity interest and should enced writers work on their be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with writing skills, make connec­ an address and phone num­ tions with fellow writers, with ber for verification purposes. publishers and agents. This Only the writer's name and year in Winston-Salem, on the community will be published. weekend of November 16-18, Letters must not be libelous they will rub shoulders with and no poetry will be accept­ ed for publication. North Carolina literary heroes Please address: To the like Jill McCorkle, Robert Mor­ Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. gan, Randall Kenan, Tony Ab­ Box 808, West Jefferson, NC bott and many more. They will 28694 or email to jthompchoose courses from a long list son @ jeffersonpost.com. of subjects. They will have an Express your views �FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Doctor changes hours, Commissioners meet Monday focuses on new role by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Mark Zawodniak, M.D., and his wife Susan Zawod­ niak, C.F.N.P., of Ashe In­ ternal Medicine are chang­ ing their office hours and expanding their services to better serve the Ashe Coun­ ty community. Part of the reason for the change is in order to allow location of Mountain Family Care Center in their office on the campus of Ashe Me­ morial Hospital. This clinic for the hospital had been lo­ cated in Warrensville at the site of Top Dog Clinic behind Ashe County Middle School, but on Monday, Oct. 1 moves to Jefferson. (See related story on front page.) Dr. Zawodniak and Susan have taken on the duties of hospitalist for in-patient care at Ashe Memorial Hos­ pital. Dr. Zawodniak will be caring not only for the patients he admits to the hospital, but also for those patients without admitting physicians or those who have been admitted and do not have a primary care physician. "Hospitalists are becom­ ing more common across the country," said Dr. Za­ wodniak. This is due in part to the cost effectiveness of having fewer physicians managing care of their pa­ tients in the hospital in or­ der to allow more time for out-patient care. Lifestyle changes, including greater travel and seasonal residen­ cies, have also contributed to the effectiveness of a hos­ pitalist program, he said. People who travel and those who live in different parts of the country for extended periods of time will not have their primary care physi­ cians nearby to manage their care should they need hospitalization. Out-patient care is con­ ducted through a physi­ cian's regular office, not in a hospital, so if a patient does not have a primary care physician or that primary care physician is not near­ by, a hospitalist can admit, see, and discharge a patient. This works well, said Dr. Clinic continued from front page Ashe Memorial Hospital. The clinic is not a primary care physician's office so if a pa­ tient does not have a regular doctor, clinic staff can suggest follow up care and provide the names of doctors within the system accepting new patients. Patients who need a regular physician can call and make an appointment for a checkup in order to become an established patient with that physician or medical of­ fice. Being an established pa­ tient is helpful when seeking appointments. Treatment is offered for non-emergency conditions such as respiratory and up­ per respiratory infections, bronchitis, ear infections, gastrointestinal problems, nausea and vomiting, diar­ rhea, genitourinary, minor injuries, abrasions, sprains, simple small burns, minor lacerations, minor eye in­ jury, removal of simple for­ eign body, minor nose bleeds, rashes, and other minor prob­ lems. Patients can receive any needed injections, and physicals will be provided for business, sports and commer­ cial drivers' license. Mountain Family Care Center does not handle emer­ gency care. Anyone with an emergency such as breath­ ing problems, chest pains, broken bones, severe lacera­ tions, or any potentially lifethreatening condition should go directly to the Emergency Department at Ashe Memo­ rial Hospital. The procedure involves going first to the front desk to check in. The patient will be asked if he or she has previously visited the clin­ ic. New patients will have some paperwork to fill out, and anyone with changes to that information will need to make note of those changes. Patients are asked to bring insurance cards and a list of Ashe County Board of Com­ missioners will meet Monday, Oct. 2 at 3:30 p.m. on third floor of Ashe County Courthouse. A work session is planned prior to the regular meeting at 2 p.m. in the second floor confer­ ence room behind the register of deeds office. Items on the regular agen­ da include: 3:35 p.m.: Gayle Henson of the Hunger and Health Coali­ solid waste disposal service by Mclntyre Disposal Service. 4:30 p.m.: Second reading of a franchise request to oper­ ate a solid waste disposal ser­ vice by High Country Waste Solutions. 4:40 p.m.: County Manager Dan McMillan with bid ap­ proval for the planned law en­ forcement center. 4:50 p.m.: Closed session on economic development. tion with an update on servic­ es offered in Ashe County. 3:50 p.m.: School Superin­ tendent Donnie Johnson with a Medicaid/Capital Outlay re­ quest. 4:05 p.m.: Planning Direc­ tor Zach Edwardson with a request to amend fees in the Residential Subdivision Ordi­ nance. 4:20 p.m.: First reading of a franchise request to operate a Ingles to offer flu shots Beginning in October, Ingles Supermarkets and Ingles Pharmacies will be offering flu and pneumonia shot clinics at about 100 of their stores throughout North Carolina, South Caro­ lina, Tennessee and Georgia. Locally, the West Jefferson store will have their clinic on Friday, Oct. 19, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends being vaccinated against the flu as the best way to avoid contracting the flu and urges high risk individuals (preg­ nant women, individuals with chronic disease, anyone over the age of 50, health care workers, people who live in nursing homes, child care providers) to get a flu shot. For more information and recommendations about flu vaccinations you can go to the CDC's website: www. cdc.gov/flu/ or contact them at: 800-CDC-INFO. The clinics given at Ingles are run by Maxim Health Systems who supply nursing staff to administer the vac­ cinations. Flu shots are $30 ($27 with an Ingles Advan­ tage Card) and pneumonia shots are $40. Individuals who have Medicare Part B as their primary insurance will not have a co-pay and many insurance plans also cover flu shots. You are recommended to check first with your insurance com­ pany regarding their reim­ bursement policies on flu and pneumonia shots. Ingles dietitian Leah McGrath, who coordinates the clinics pointed out that, "You can find the nearest Ingles flu shot clinic by going to our website, www. ingles-mar­ kets.com, or by calling our toll-free customer service line, 1-866-226-7168. You should also be able to see posters in our stores that are having a clinic." Street program including: 1. town will actively participate for at least one year; 2. town will designate a contact person in the com­ munity for the technical as­ sistance team; 3. town will assist in organizing a volunteer com­ mittee to provide focus for the program; 4. town will support the committees and teams in con­ ducting a community assess­ ment; 5. town will cooperate with the team and commit­ tees to develop a community vision and plan of action; 6. town will implement the plan to action to the full­ est extent possible; and 7. town will develop and actively participate in lo­ cal and regional partnerships and networks and share resources and information gained through the program with other communities in the region. For more information, con­ tact West Jefferson Town Hall at 246-3551. Program continued from front page The Main Street pro­ gram was developed by the National Trust for Historic Zawodniak, as long as the ways been talk of a univer­ Preservation in 1980 and is lines of communication are sal health records system. administered by the Depart­ open between physicians. Trying to run down records ment of Commerce's Division The hospitalist will contact is costly and expensive for of Community Development. the primary care physician the time spent doing it, but The Small Town Main Street when a patient is admitted necessary in order to get program began five years ago so there can be an exchange medicines right and avoid as a way to help smaller com­ duplications. We've become munities that didn't qualify of medical information. "That medical record better medical detectives for Main Street status. A resolution was adopted exchange is extremely im­ searching out this informa­ by the West Jefferson Board portant, and can be time tion." In order to perform their of Aldermen as an agreement consuming," said Susan Za­ wodniak. "It can be a task hospitalist duties, and to by the town to abide by condi­ to get records from patients, provide space for the Moun­ tions of the Small Town Main especially if they are from tain Family Care Center, the out of town and don't have Zawodniaks have changed knowledge of where that in­ their office hours. Dr. Za­ continued from front page wodniak and Susan now formation is located." "This indicates how much see patients in their office cal currents and tides, and of value we place on social ser­ Monday through Thursday, the fish and wildlife that in­ vices," said Dr. Zawodniak. 8 a.m. to noon. Afternoon habit the sounds. •Orville Hicks, Appala­ "They do an excellent job of hours and Saturdays are re­ helping obtain this informa­ served for Mountain Family chian Storyteller (Watauga County) tion. It has been a real eye- Care Center. Storyteller Orville Hicks For more information, opening experience for us to call Ashe Internal Medicine specializes in the Beech see how much time it takes. It has really taught us the at 846-1700. For Mountain Mountain Jack Tale tradition. value of computerized medi­ Family Care Center, call Bringing his own personal creativity and delightful spir­ cal records. There has al­ 846-6322. it to the tales, Hicks makes them relevant to today's audi­ ences. He learned many tales from his mother, and from his neighbor, renowned storytell­ current medications. Patients one is turned away because er Ray Hicks, a recipient of will sign in and be seen in they cannot pay. the NEA's National Heritage This center is not an exten­ Fellowship. Orville Hicks per­ the order in which they ar­ rive with appointments going sion of the hospital Emergen­ forms his stories at festivals, cy Department, but a health in schools and universities, first. In the billing procedure, a clinic that fits the need of family reunions and conven­ patient will be asked about non-emergency care. For true tions throughout North Caro­ co-pay and deductible pay­ emergencies, call 911 or go lina and the South. ments for insurance. These directly to the hospital Emer­ •Mike Harman, Coverlet payments are requested at gency Department. Weaver (Ashe County) For further information the time of service. If the pa­ Mike Harman is an incred­ tient cannot pay at the time about Mountain Family Care ibly talented sixth-generation of service, he or she will be Center, call 846-6322 or con­ weaver. Through his business, asked to make payment ar­ tact Ashe Memorial Hospital Buffalo Creek Weavers, Har­ rangements and complete a Chief Operating Officer Joe man has woven and market­ financial analysis form. No . Thore at 846-0712. ed cotton coverlets utilizing traditional weaving patterns such as "Whig Rose," "Lover's Knot," and "Morning Star." THE ILLUSTRATED BIBLE Harman enjoys a national reputation for his work and has been awarded commis­ fohn's clothes were made sions for President Bill Clin­ ton and Pope John Paul II, of camel's hair, and he had a among others. leather belt...his food was locusts •Senora Lynch, Haliwa-Saponi Potter (Warren County) and wild honey. People went out to him An extraordinary potter from Jerusalem and all Judea... from the Haliwa-Saponi tribe, confessing their sins, they were Senora Lynch build^ her pots using the traditional coiling baptized by him in the Jordan River. Dr. Mark Zawodniak, M.D., and his wife, Susan Zawodniak, C.F.N.P. Awards MATTHEW 3:4-6 © 2007 by King Features Syndicate. Inc. World rights reserved. method while decorating her work with Native American symbols and motifs. Telling the story of her tribe and her American Indian heritage, Lynch's pottery has been dis­ played at the White House, the Smithsonian Institution and at the North Carolina Museum of History. •George Shuffler, Bluegrass Musician (Burke Coun­ ty) George Shuffier is one of the pioneers of bluegrass music. During Shuffler's long career as a professional musician, including twenty years as a member of Ralph and Stanley Carter's band, he developed a unique style of "cross-pick­ ing" the guitar that has been widely emulated by bluegrass musicians. 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More than 8 million suffer. ing children in more than 100 countries on six continents will receive personal, giftfilled shoe boxes through this kids-helping-kids project. For many of these children, the shoe box gift will be the first gift they have ever received. WHEN? the United States will join forces to prepare the boxes for transport to distant lands. WHERE? It's a global thing... The shoe box gifts will be filled and donated by millions of individuals in 11 countries: the United States, Canada, Australia, Austria, Germany, Now through Christ­ mas 2007... Kids, families, church­ es, scout troops, schools, civic clubs, and businesses are filling their shoe boxes now. This fall, shoe box gifts can be dropped off at one of more than 2,000 drop-off sites located in all 50 states. National Collec­ tion Week is Nov. 12-19. To find the nearest location, call (800) 3535949 or visit www.samaritanspurse.org. (After Nov. 19, shoe box gifts should be mailed to Samaritan's Purse: 801 Bamboo Road, Boone, N.C. 28607.) WHO? Millions Worldwide Caring individuals, fami­ lies, schools, churches, scout troops, civic clubs and other organizations in thousands of cities in all 50 states and 10 additional countries will fill more than 8 million shoe boxes with personal gifts, school supplies, candy, neces­ sity items, family photos and notes of encouragement. More than 250,000 volun­ teers worldwide, including some 126,000 volunteers in Boone, N.C.; Charlotte, N.C.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Atlanta; Denver; Orange County, Calif. Then, the shoe box gifts are loaded onto some of the world's largest cargo planes, trucks, and sea containers bound for the far reaches of the earth. Once the gifts are trans­ ported to countries around the world, Samaritan's Purse teams and partners trans­ port them by truck, bus, train, helicopter, boat, foot, dog sled, mule, and even camel to hand-deliver the gifts to hurting children. HISTORY? Growing Fast! Finland, Ireland, The Neth­ erlands, Switzerland, United Kingdom, and New Zealand Samaritan's Purse national partners will hand-deliver the shoe box gifts to 8 million chil­ dren in more than 100 coun­ tries. HOW? By land, by air, by sea, by camel... The shoe box gifts are in­ spected and prepared for over­ seas shipment in 6 major cen­ ters across the United States: Operation Christmas Child began in the United States in 1993 with 28,000 shoe box gifts. Since then, the kids-helping-kids proj­ ect has collected more than 54 million shoe box gifts and hand-delivered them to needy children in some 120 countries, including: Children in war torn Af­ ghanistan, Iraq, Lebanon, and other Middle Eastern countries (2006) Young survivors of the hor­ rific tsunami in Southeast Asia (2005) School children attacked by terrorists in Beslan, Russia (2004) Ugandan children devas­ tated by the HIV/AIDS pan­ demic (2002) War orphans in Kosovo (1999), Bosnia and Croatia (1995-1996), and Rwanda (1994) Children in Honduras and Nicaragua left homeless by Hurricane Mitch (1998) Did You Know? Every U.S. president since Ronald Reagan has packed an Operation Christmas Child shoe box gift. Operation Christmas Child is a project of international Christian relief organization Samaritan's Purse, ranked three times by SmartMoney magazine as America's most efficiently run charity (2000, 2001,2002). Headed by Frank­ lin Graham, Samaritan's Purse is currently working in some 100 countries provid­ ing relief and aid to victims of war, natural disaster, famine, disease, and poverty. Photo courtesy of Samari­ tan's Purse. A life transformed by a gift One of the first kids to boxes when Operation Christ­ receive a shoe box gift from mas Child was launched in Operation Christmas Child 1993 in Bosnia. At the time, is now grown up—and reach­ she was 11 years-old. Lejla ing out to help other hurting remembers how much hope the colorfully-wrapped shoe children. As a child in war-torn Bos­ box gift with candy, pencils nia, Lejla Allison's life was and sneakers gave her. changed forever by an Oper­ "I truly felt blessed. I knew ation Christmas Child Shoe that God had answered my Box—14 years later she's prayers," Lejla said. "I was sharing that same simple so overwhelmed I started to gift of hope with other kids cry. But these were not the tears I was used to crying. in need "I was so overwhelmed I This time they were tears of started to cry. But these were joy. This time I knew it was not the tears I was used to worthwhile to keep on liv­ crying. This time they were ing." tears of joy. This time I knew In 2000, Lejla married an it was worthwhile to keep on American who was working with NATO on a peace-keep­ living," said Lejla Allison. Lejla Allison's happy child­ ing mission as a civilian con­ hood was turned upside down tractor. They were married when ethnic violence erupted in her village and lived there in Bosnia in the 1990s. The for 8 months before moving once peaceful rolling green to the United States. Lejla did not know Op­ hills that surrounded her vil­ eration Christmas Child by lage of Dubrave were filled with gunfire and hidden name until her sister-in-law landmines. Hunger, fear and told her about a shoe box packing project for needy misery consumed her life. But Lejla and her family kids around the world sev­ were not forgotten. She was eral years ago. Lejla immedi­ among the first group of chil­ ately made the connection. dren to receive gift-filled shoe "I told my sister that I re­ ceived one of those shoe box gifts when I was younger!" Lejla said. Because she knows first­ hand what a blessing a shoe box gift can be to a hurting child, Lejla encourages any­ one who wants to touch a life to consider packing a box. She plans to pack more than 50 shoe box gifts for needy children this year. "It is hard to put into words what that box meant to me. It really changed my life," said Lejla. "Now I pack some of those boxes. I pray that all of the boys and girls who re­ ceive shoe box gifts will know that they are loved." ABOUT OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD: A project of international relief organization Samaritan's Purse, Operation Christmas Child will hand-deliver more than 8 million shoe box gifts to hurting children in more than 100 countries this year. Since 1993, Operation Christ­ mas Child—the world's larg­ est Christmas project—has distributed more than 54 million shoe box gifts to chil­ dren in some 120 countries. wmmmmmmmm Assembly of God Church Pastor George Norris 246-2979 220 Lynch ColvardRd., Jefferson. NC Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Baldwin Community Church 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA Bald Mtn. Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman Pastor Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 Corner of Faw-Roland McNeil Six • Jefferson (88 West - Left on McNeil, One Block) Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Morning Worship -10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2042 1549 Hwy 194 South • Todd (1 mi. off Hwy 221) SUNDAY- Sunday School 10:00AM Worship 11:00AM and 6:00PM MONDAY- Community Care 6:00PM (Prayer & Outreach) WEDNESDAY- humify Night 7:00PM (All ages) (Missions Ministry, Van Ministry, Teen Time) 'A Church focused-on faith, family & the future" 1460 Bold Mtn. Rd„ West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service - 11:00am Sunday Evening Worship - 7:00pm Wednesday Evening -7:00pm Baldmountainchurch.org Email: Baldmountain@skyhest.com Bethany United Methodist Church Blue Ridge Worship Center Church of Christ at West Jefferson Cornerstone Fellowship 336-877-2801 Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 221 Burnett St.. (Off Buck Mtn. Roaif) 495 Highway 194 South Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs Sunday School - 10:00 am Sunday Worship Service - Barnett St. • JVest Jefferson 846-3954 Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday School 9:45a.m. \ Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. 1 "A nd He led them as far as to Bethany, and He blessed them" l.uke24:50 11. 00 am A 6:00 pm . "Join us in worship to Christ" Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Sunday Evening Worship • 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study 6:45PM Services en Espahol Sabados a las - 6:00PM Clases de ESL Servicios a las - 7:00PM Nursery provided for all services Mt Jefferson Church of the Nazarenc "Come as you are. you will be loved Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Friendship Baptist Church 891 Friendship Baptist Church Rd,Jefferson, NC Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 Sunday Morning Worship 8:30AM and 11:00AM Family Time - 9:30AM Sunday School - 10:00AM Doug Frazier, Minister Sun. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship 11:00a.m. Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Bible Study 846-5615 Church Office or 846-5616 Preacher s Residence Rev. David Grinnell • 982-2080 Sunday Sclwol - 9:00 a m. Sunday Worship Services -10:00 a.m. Stmday Evening Services - 6:00 p.m Wednesday Evening Service • 7:00 p m We invite you to join us for a God centered, family worshipping experience. Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church Billy Robinson - Pastor Sunday School •9:45 AM Worship *11:00 AM St. Francis of Assisi .Catholic Church 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m. 201S. Jefferson Ave., West Jefferson Robert St. off Bare (Church) 846-9378 846-7481 Main dt Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass - 9:00 AM Saturday Evening Mass 5:00PM English A 7:00PM Spanish Weekday Morn Mass - Call for times CASUAL ENVIRONMENT SERIOUS FAITH Smethport Independant Baptist Church Worship & Praise 11:011 a.m. Faith Fellowship Elliott Osowitt, Pastor 513 E. Main St., Jefferson Two Services + SS 8:30 -12 Wed. Nite Bible Study: 6:30 pm Pastor James T. Seehrest 336-846-2429 Big Flatts Baptist Church Beaver Creek Christian Church Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Fleetwood, NC Pastor, Chris Cox Evening Service 6:30p.m. Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 Jim Dawes, Minister Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Friendly Grove Baptist Church Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 Deep Ford Rd., Lansing Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Worshiped 11:00a.m. Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00p.m. Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00 p.m. Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 7:00p.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7:00 />.m "A Life Worth Living!" Healing Springs Baptist Church Jefferson United Methodist Church Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor Non-Denominational Casual & Contemporary Saturday Night 7:00p.ni Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. 9178 Old llwy. 16 • Grumpier, NC Sunday School - 10:00A.M. Sunday Morning Worship Service- 11:00A.M. Sunday Evening Worship Service - 7:00P.M. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00P.M. 115 East Main St., Jefferson, (336) 246-9512 NC 9:00 a.m. Early Worship 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages 11:00 a.m. -Forma! Worship Service Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience. We would love to have you come worship with us. North Beaver Baptist Parish of the Holy Communion "Loves you and wants you to fellowship with us every Sunday!" H wy. 163 West Jefferson (Episcopalian) St. Mary's Church West Jefferson 8:30 a.m. Pastor Rick Miller Sunday School • 10:00 a.m. Rev. Keith Casey 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson, NC (336) 246-4764 9:45 a.m. Sunday • Sunday School 11:00 a.m Sunday • Worship Service 6:30p.m Sunday • Sunday Night Service 6:00p.m. Monday • T.E.A.M. 10:00a.m. Tuesday •Joy in the Morning 7:00 p.m. Wednesday • Prayer Meeting Seventh-Day Adventist Church of Warrcnsville Pastor: Kevin Morgan fi/ff J 336-667-6092 10:00 a.m. Saturday Services: Morning Worship • 11:00 a.m. Rector • The Rev. Stephen Miller Bible School - 10:00 AM Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00 p.m. Phone - 982-3076 Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM Office Phnne: J36-9S2-9410 • Rev, Lonnie Jones • Pastor Welcome Home Baptist Church West Jefferson United Methodist Church Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Sunday School • 10:00AM Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM AWANA Starts Sept 5! Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m Van Transportation Available We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! 846-3346 T Youth Services - Sunday • 6:00PM Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. Children's Church and Nursery Provided Missions Building by Faith Promise Pastor Home: 336-384-3188 • Cell: 336-977-1009 www.wjumc.net 194 and 88 West, Smethport, NC Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4th> • 7:0UPM Sunday School 9:45 am. • Worship ll:00a.m Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Sunday Night Services 6:30p.m — ; > — — - (CHURCH DIRECTORY ******************** To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 ******************** Corner of Hwy. RIDA-BUG EXTERMINATING 221 & Cherry St. Jefferson -Hut Termite & Pest Control 246-6077 HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPPLY. INC. 141 Lyalls Lane, Jefferson, NC (Just off Ashe Park Road) Open Mon-Fri • 7am-5pm 336-902-9621 Sears 246-7131 203 East 1sl Street • West Jefferson, NC 246-4222 Old Hwy. 221-S. 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NC • 336-246-3600 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2007 ENTERTAINMENT bEGAL CINEMAS Festival of the Frescoes coming Oct. 13 When the fall leaves are in full color, clear Carolina blue skies shine above, and there is a nip in the air it's time for fall festivals—none better than the Festival of the Fres­ coes on Saturday, Oct. 13. The festival is held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the Mission House grounds across the street from Holy Trinity Episcopal Church in Glendale Springs; home of "The Last Supper" fresco by Ben Long. For a fun day at a tradi­ tional country fair, plan on coming early to find bargains at Granny's Attic, where 'previously owned' house­ hold goods, art objects, sports equipment, electronic goods, and numerous other useful items can be had for very reasonable prices. Check in at Poor Clare's Boutique for good buys in recycled jewelry, scarves, and miscellaneous accessories. Stay for lunch at the Fres­ co Cafe, where cooks will be serving up plates of barbequed chicken with sides of beans, slaw, and roll, chili and corn bread, or burgers and hot dogs—all at bargain prices. Picnic tables and chairs are available. After lunch, stroll the grounds to shop at the Bake Sale, place a bid at the Silent Auction table, and pick up. your tickets for a drawing of a beautifully handcrafted quilt. Many outside vendors will be on hand displaying wood­ crafts, knives, knitwear and hooked rugs, jewelry, pottery, vinegars and jams, soaps, creams and salves, birdhouses, embroidery work and dolls, and hand painted gourds. An Pianist, Western Piedmont Symphony to perform The Ashe County Arts Council welcomes the Western Piedmont Symphony to the Ashe Civic Center on Friday, October 5 at 7:30 pm. The concert, Moscow Nights, includes works by Anatoly Liadov and Igor Stravinsky and will feature in­ ternational acclaimed pianist Michael Lewin for the Tchaikovsky's Piano Concerto #1 in B-flat minor, Op.23. Michael Lewin en­ joys a distinguished international reputa­ tion as one of Amer­ ica's most gifted and charismatic concert pianists, performing in 30 countries as or­ chestral soloist and in recital. In addition to his concert career Mr. Lewin is one of the music world's most Internationally acclaimed pianist sought-after teachers, Michael Lewin and maintains a select tor of the 150th Anniversary studio of gifted pianists at The Boston Conservatory, Steinway Artists Gala Con­ cert held in 2003 in Boston's where he is Chair of Piano. His solo performances Symphony Hall. Mr. Lewin's recent orches­ since then have taken him to such venues as New York's tral engagements have in­ Lincoln Center, Boston's cluded Liszt's "Totentantz" in Syinphony Hall, Pasadena's Guadalajara, Mexico and the Ambassador Auditorium, Sinfonia da Camera with Ian the Library of Congress, the Hobson, Gershwin's Second Great Hall in Moscow, Hong Rhapsody and Gottschalk's Kong's City Hall Theater, Tai­ "Grand Tarantella" with the pei's National Concert Hall, North Carolina Symphony Beijing's Forbidden City Con­ and William Henry Curry, cert Hall, the Opera House Haydn Concertos with the of Cairo, Holland's Muziek- Chamber Orchestra of Puerto centrum Vredenburg and the Rico as well as the Boston Spoleto Festival. In 2000 he Virtuosi, and Chopin's F Mi­ gave the world premiere of nor Concerto with the Boston the David Kocsis Concerto for Civic Symphony in Jordan the New Millennium. Televi­ Hall. Recent performances of sion appearances include a "Rhapsody in Blue" include PBS Television recital hosted the Boston Pops under Keith by Victor Borge. A Steinway Lockhart, the Cape Ann Sym­ Artist, he was Artistic Direc- phony, the Thessaloniki Sym- phony in the Athens Megaron, and with the Youth Orchestra of the Americas. The Western Pied­ mont Symphony (WPS) was organized in 1964 to promote symphonic music within the Unifour, a four county area of Alexander, Burke, Ca­ tawba and Caldwell in the western piedmont of North Carolina. Through the years the orchestra has grown in size and programming to include extensive educational concerts and the formation of the Western Piedmont String Quartet. WPS is comprised of three dif­ ferent concert series. Under the direction of Maestro John Gordon Ross (in his 17th year), the Masterworks Se­ ries is comprised of the full orchestra, which will showcase both traditional and contempo­ rary classical selections. The Friends of the Quartet Cham­ ber Classic Series will feature the quartet in residence-La Catrina! The Youth Sympho­ ny rounds out the WPS musi­ cal family. Tickets are $12 adults and $5 students and are avail­ able at the Ashe Arts Cen­ ter or by phone with a credit card at 336-846-ARTS. This concert is funded, in part, by the New River Friends of the Symphony Committee and an Arts and Audiences Grant from the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency, and is sponsored by the Ashe Coun­ ty Arts Council. For more in­ formation or tickets contact the Arts Council at 336-846ARTS. NOW PLAYING * * * * * * * * * * m m m m m m m m m u m m m m m m m r n PAGE 7 A artist will be available to do portrait pictures. BROC's We Care Planning Committee advises their booth will have roasted peanuts and canned cold drinks, plants, wreaths, and topiaries, as well as framed prints by artists Jeff Jakobs and Steve Shoemak­ er. There will be daylong en­ tertainment, including key­ board and bell choir music, BARGAIN SHOWS IN () * PassDiscount Ticket Reslnclions Apply REGAL 7 210 New Market St Center 828-262-3800 800-FANDANG0 254" Adv. Tlx on Safe THE HEARTBREAK KID (R) - ID REQ'D * with special appearances by the Holy Tones barbershop quartet and Steve Lewis and son Josh on guitar and banjo. Remember, the proceeds from this event are largely devoted to outreach programs in Ashe County. Mark your calendar and plan Oct. 13 for a day at the Festival of the Frescoes. More information is available by calling the Mis­ sion House at 982-3076. 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Rebate forms musf be received by 11/15/07. �PAGE 8A FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2007 JEFFERSON POST ENTERTAINMENT Husky Vanguard Band to host contest It is our pleasure to an­ nounce the Ninth Annual Husky Invitational Festival of Bands marching band contest at Ashe County High School. The event will be held in the stadium of Ashe County High School on Saturday, October 6 at 4:00 PM. The festival is open to the public with an adult admission cost of $6 and children (ages 8-12) $3. This is a major fundraising project each year for our own Husky Vanguard Marching Band. A full line of concessions will be available throughout the day's event. Marching band competi­ tions occur all over the United States each year in the month of October. Bands work on a specific field show to pres­ ent and are judged based on their performance. Each band will be judged at the Ashe County festival by six judges specializing in Marching and Maneuvering, Music, General Effect, Drum Majors, Percus­ sion, and Visual Ensemble. There is a judge for each cat­ egory. Awards will be given for all categories, as well as, First and Second Place Band in each class A-AAAAA. The Grand Champion Award is the "McDonald's Cup", which is sponsored by Don and Mary Ann Moore of McDonald's in West Jefferson. • This year, our band con­ test will have nineteen per­ forming bands in competition, and our own Husky Vanguard performing in exhibition. A to­ tal of over 1,300 students will perform at the festival. Bands students will travel to the campus of Ashe County High School from NC, VA, and TN. Participating bands this year are: East Wilkes HS, Mount Airy HS, West Wilkes HS, South Iredell HS, Alleghany HS, North Wilkes HS, Surry Central HS, Fort Chiswell HS, East Surry HS, Bandys HS, Avery HS, Johnson County HS, North Iredell HS, Carroll County HS, John S. Battle HS, Abingdon HS, East Davidson HS, Freedom HS, and Central Davidson HS. Performances will begin promptly at 4:00 PM. The public is invited to this outstanding event of mu­ sical and visual performances. Feel free to call Band Director, Scott Turamyre at Ashe Coun­ ty High School if you have any questions. Two festivals highlight mid-October Two quintessential au­ tumn events can be found the weekend of Oct. 20-21 in the High Country of North Carolina. The 30th annual Woolly Worm Festival brings worm racing enthusiasts to Banner Elk, while the 29th annual Valle Country Fair draws folks from near and far to a traditional country fair in Valle Crucis' quaint moun­ tain setting. The Woolly Worm festi­ val celebrates the coming of winter with worm races, cVafts, food and games on the grounds of Banner Elk Elementary. It was founded in 1978 by Jim Morton to decide which woolly worm would be used to forecast the coming winter. According to mountain lore, the 13 brownor-black bands of the woolly worm forecast the 13 weeks of winter. Morton devised a way for a single worm to earn the forecasting honor by winning a series of races up three-foot strings on the festival's main stage. Folks are encouraged to bring their own race worms, or they can buy woolly worms from local school children at the festival. Race entry fee is $5 per worm.The grand prize winner takes home $1,000, along with the honor of fore­ casting the winter weather of 2007-08. "The races make the event. It is hilarious to have thousands of people stand­ ing there cheering on cater­ pillars," says Judy Donaghy, executive director of N.C. High Country Host.Over the years the festival has made international news and is al­ ways a fun time amidst the peak fall foliage. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. There's also a 10-mile Woolly Worm Woad Wace for humans at 8 a.m. Saturday morning, along with a one-mile fun run and walk. Returning this year is the Woolly Worm Ball on Oct. 12 at Beech Mountain. The Valle Country Fair is Saturday only, and has been for its high-quality crafts described as an overgrown and the homemade apple church bazaar in one of the butter," says Donaghy. "It's a most picturesque valleys in true country fair; an authen­ the mountains. About 135 tic event." For information on the crafts people display their wares, while visitors enjoy events, visit www.woollywarm apple butter, Bruns­ worm.com or www.vallewick stew and fresh apple ,countryfair.org or call North Carolina High Country Host cider. "The Valle Fair is famous at (800) 438-7500. The Western Piedmont Symphony featuring the Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto with special guest pianist Michael lewln Friday, October 5, 2007 7:30 p.m. Ashe Civic Center All Seats Reserved Adults: $12 • Students: $5 Tickets available at the Ashe Arts Center or LjJl order by phone 336.846-ARTS New River Friends of the Symphony Good winter or bad? Many believe the colors of the woolly worm hold the clue to the weather ahead. 4L i \! 9j I. ° i tji1 r ' This program is funded, in part, by Till/ New j Ktver Friends of the Symphony Committee and an The Valle Country Fair is set in a beautiful valley in central Watauga County. Arts <S Audiences Grunt from the North Carolina I Arts Council, a slate agency, and is sponsond by the Ashe County Arts Council, «« OWMtv >\t; 4'»,!. $ \ pjtii *'• 4 - •: t* '• '* (•1 J*a ' |§i Play opens 2 Pianos 4 Hands is the riotous tale of two Canadian boys, Ted and Richard, shar­ ing the same goal: concert pianist stardom. They work fervently towards their dream amidst pushy parents, eccen­ tric teachers, hours of repeti­ tive practice, stage fright, the agony of competitions and the dream of greatness. "Anyone who has ever tak­ en a piano lesson, or, much more significant, ever simply encountered some kind of ca­ reer or life disappointment and moved on, can identify with their story, chuckle and have a great time," says The New York Post. "2 Pianos" 4 Hands delights on two levels - you might empathize on both or merely on one. It doesn't matter. It should hit you on the ironic funny bone of selfidentification." 2 Pianos 4 Hands is the semi-autobiographical tale of two guys (show creators Ted Dykstra and Richard Greenblatt) who both longed to be classical concert pianists and had conservatory training. Tickets can be purchased by calling the Hayes Center box office at 828.295.9627, or may be purchased online at http:// www.HayesCenter.org. Warrensville, Smethport & Qifton United Methodist Giurches Invite You To... Revival Sunday, Sept. 30 - Wed., Oct. 3 at Warrensville UMC each nighit Guest Speaker- Rev. Billy Ervin Schedule of Events & Services Sunday, Sept. 30: -Dinner 5:30-6:30 -Service starts at 7pm -Special Music-Millers Creek UMC Choir Monday, Oct. 1: -Dinner 5:30-6:30 -Service starts at 7pm -Special Music-Miller Creek UMC Praise Band - Led Zephaniah Tuesday, Oct. 2: -Dinner 5:30-6:30 -Service starts at 7pm # -Special Music-Glen & Abby Sullivan from Helton UMC Wednesday, Oct. 3: -Dinner-5:30-6:30 -Service starts at 7pm -Special Music-Warrensville Baptist Church Choir Nightly meals provided by the church are free to everyone. Call 384-3391 for more details Our lowest price ever may astound you. FOR UNDER *50 «o EMBARQ™ HOME PHONE PLUS HIGH-SPEED INTERNET (Excludes taxes, fees and surcharges Applies to up to 768K speed. S15 activation fee applies. Free modem available for $14.95 shipping and handling fee.) 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The name EMBARQ and the jet logo are trademarks of Embarq Holdings Company LLC. EMB1-07-07467 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2007 PAGE 9A COMMUNITY NEWS 2007 Cancer Update set for October Photo courtesy or 4-H Phoebe got to meet the students in the 4-H Bulldog Alert Support Our Students program during her recent visit. Special dog visits 4-H The North Carolina Co­ operative Extension, Ashe County 4-H Program and New Life Mobility Assistance Dogs Program are teaming up to help "Raise Phoebe." The purpose of the New Life Mobility Assistance Dogs program is to rescue shelter dogs and train them to as­ sist persons with disabilities allowing both the dog and person to have "new life." Phoebe is studying to become a Mobility Assistance Dog for Bob Breland, former Exten­ sion Agent, Agriculture and Ashe County resident, and needs help with educational expenses. Phoebe's recent visit to the 4-H Bulldog Alert Sup­ port Our Students program was to mobilize the afterschool youth in initiating fun raising project ideas for the afterschool programs that would go toward Phoebe's training and care. The entire Ashe County 4-H Program is working together to "Raise Phoebe" by accepting private contributions and scheduling fundraising events. If you are interested in learning more or assist­ ing with the "Raise Phoebe" Project, please contact Dru Thompson, 4-H Program As­ sociate, Support Our Students at 219-2650 or dru_thompson@ncsu.edu. Be on the lookout for more information regarding the "Raise Phoebe" Project. North Carolina State Uni­ versity and North Carolina A&T State University commit themselves to positive action to secure equal opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex, age, or disability. In addition, the two Universities welcome all persons without regard to sexual orientation. inner to help ACMS Ashe County Middle School PTO will hold its an­ nual Prime Rib Dinner on Saturday, October 27. The cost is $100 per ticket which will admit two people for din­ ner. Supporters are entitled to an $80 tax deduction far this donation. Only two hun­ dred tickets are available for sale. Your ticket qualifies you for a chance for. monetary prizes. A total of $5,400 will be awarded as ticket numbers are randomly drawn. Prizes will be awarded as follows: 1st ticket drawn $100 125th ticket drawn $200 25th ticket drawn 150th ticket drawn 50th ticket drawn 175th ticket drawn 100th ticket drawn 199th ticket drawn $100 $300 $100 $500 $100 $1,000 GRAND PRIZE 200th ticket drawn $3,000 Dinner will be served be­ ginning at 6:00 p.m. in the school gymnasium. Take­ out meals will be available. Tickets may be purchased from PTO board members or by calling the school office at 384-3591. Proceeds from this event will be used to support various academic projects as designated by the PTO. In previous years the PTO has used these funds to purchase calculators and other instruc­ tional supplies, supplement the library fund, enhance arts programming, and fund teacher mini-grants for class­ room projects. The middle school is ex­ cited to announce the recent formation of the Bulldog Athletic Club. This group of enthusiastic and energetic parents will be raising funds to support the athletic teams Loans to Christmas and life-time sports at the middle school. In conjunction with the Prime Rib Dinner, the Bulldog Athletic Club will be conducting a silent auction as its first fund-raiser. Items available for bidding will in­ clude gift baskets, original works of art, cabin rentals, and numerous additional items. For more information about joining or supporting the athletic boosters, contact Amanda Wineberg at 2464806. Join us on October 27th for a delicious prime rib din­ ner and evening of fun and fellowship while you support both the academic and ath­ letic programs at Ashe Coun­ ty Middle School. The Blue Ridge Cancer Coalition and North Carolina Cooperative Extension will hold the 2007 Cancer Up­ date—Saving. Lives Through Cancer Education on Thurs­ day, Oct. 25 at the Wilkesboro United Methodist Church, 309 W. Main Street in Wilkes­ boro. The program will begin at 9:30 a.m. with registration and refreshments, and will end shortly after lunch. Keynote speaker will be Dr. Denise Synder from Duke University Medical Center speaking on "Victories and Challenges of Cancer Survi­ vorship." A presentation titled "Cancer Resources and Up­ date" will be given by Becky H. Minor, Project Director of the NCI Cancer Information Service, and Cyndy Simonson, Adult Nurse Practitio­ ner, Duke University Medical Center. A panel discussion is planned with Dr. Yvonne Mack, Oncologist with the Seby B. Jones Cancer Cen­ ter, Watauga Medical Center; Beth Ann Syers, Fitness In­ structor, The Wellness Cen­ ter, Watauga Medical Center; Lisa Bottomley, Community Manager, American Cancer Society; as well as Becky Mi­ nor and Cyndy Simonson. The luncheon speaker will be Dr. Phyilis H. Crain, cancer survivor and executive direc­ tor with the Crossnore School in Crossnore. Dr. Crain's topic is: "The Miracles Continue." This event will be most helpful to cancer survivors as well as caregivers and family and friends of the cancer sur­ vivor. The cost for this day of education, fun and fellowship is $10 and includes lunch and materials. Pre-registration is required and can be sent to North Carolina Coopera­ tive Extension, Ashe County Center, Carolyn Shepherd, Interim County Extension Director, 134 Government Circle, Suite 202, Jefferson, NC 28640 by Oct. 16. Checks should be made payable to: Blue Ridge Cancer Coalition. For additional information call North Carolina Coopera­ tive Extension, Ashe County Center at (336) 219-2650. For special accommoda­ tions please contact Coop­ erative Extension at (336) 219-2650. In order to provide special accommodations we must be notified at least two weeks prior to the event. North Carolina State Uni­ versity and North Carolina A&T State University commit themselves to positive action to secure equal opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex, age, or disability. In addition, the two Universities welcome all persons without regard to sexual orientation. Visit today...the new... wvuw.ieflersonDost.com New Location 2103 Huckleberry Ridge Kd, Cruntpler. Sorry for any incovience during the move. T&D Satellite still offers Direct TV & Dish Network Full Installation and Delivery - Anyone interest in a new satellite systemGive T&D a Call at 336-846-3601 Where are your bank's loans approved? 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For fourteen years, Mountainhome Music has presented dancers, and storytellers. This fall the tradition continues. Opening the fall season on Saturday, October 6 will be Most pnoto by Songs from Blue Ridge Blue Richard Boylan (left), an agent with Cooperative Extension, Mayor Dale Baldwin (center) and & Gray. Blue Ridge Blue & Gray, a play by Mountainlocal farmer Ron Joyner judged the recent tomato contest at the Farmers Market. home Music founder Joe Shannon, tells a story of the Civil War in northwestern North Carolina. This presentation will fea­ ture music that was popular in this region during the Civ­ il War. Expect to hear a cappella ballads, old hymns and folk songs. A special segment of this concert will feature some "modern" traditional music, that is, bluegrass, as per­ formed by local masters, A great turnout of both There was a tie for third be­ the Prettiest Tomato with people and tomatoes made tween Nina Bare's Beefy Boy their Costoluto Genovese to­ Steve Lewis and Scott Free­ man. for a fun competition at the and Brooke Walker's Chero­ mato entry. The Cana Ramblers, a kee Purple. The Ugliest Tomato con­ Ashe County Farmers Mar­ family It was a close contest for test brought out some un­ popular five-piece ket's second annual "Cel­ bluegrass band from Cana, ebrate the Tomato" day on Biggest Tomato but Jay & usual looking entries but Sept. 8. The Farmers Mar­ Hollis Wild won with a to­ first place went to Charlie Virginia will make their sec­ ond MHM appearance on ket Committee would like to mato weighing 1.57 pounds, King for his ugliest tomato. The Reddest tomato was Saturday, October 13th. thank West Jefferson Town Gabriel Bare & Mary Her­ Mayor Dale Baldwin for com­ man placed a close second entered by Todd Patoprsty, They have been playing ing out to participate as one with their tomato weighing the Yellowiest tomato was up and down the east coast of the judges. 1.54 pounds and John & Nell entered by Jay & Hollis Wild and have received rave re­ The tomato contest win­ Howell won third place with and the Orangest tomato views. For example, from a 1.51 pound tomato. came from Wayne & Jean the Boston Globe, "The Cana ners are: For Best Tasting Tomato, For the Smallest Tomato Berry. Ramblers feature two wunthe first place ribbon went category Leon and Claudine The Ashe County Farmers derkinds: Guitar phenom to Todd & Wendy Patoprsty Silver blew the competition Market is open on Wednes­ Will Jones and sister Laura of West Jefferson for their away with a tiny, fully rip­ days and Saturdays from Leigh Jones...sweet singer." Washington Cherry tomato ened tomato measuring 1/4 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. through The Cana Ramblers feature entry. Second Place went to inch long by 3/16 inch wide. October. All items sold at Will Jones (13), Laura Leigh Jay & Hollis Wild for their Jay and Hollis Wild took the market are handmade or Jones (15), Ashley Jones (18), Yellow Brandywine Tomato. another first place ribbon for homegrown in Ashe County. Tomato contest winners chosen Phillip Jones (47), and Rick Allred (44). On Saturday, October 20th, the Harris Brothers will take the stage. Ryan and Reggie Harris, from Caldwell County, grew up picking and singing together. Their early influences range from oldtime string band music to rock. The Harris Brothers are carrying on the musical tradition of brother duos. They display tight sibling vo­ cal harmonies into their vari­ ous styles of music, including country, folk, and piedmont blues. Popular at many ven­ ues throughout North Caro­ lina, this will be the Harris Brothers first Mountainhome Music appearance. Renowned Appalachian Ballad singer Molly Andrews brings her music to Boone on Saturday, October 27th. Molly Andrews is recognized as one of the finest interpret­ ers of traditional music in the United States. Born in Bluefield, West Virginia, Molly's lineage trails into pre-revolutionary southwest Virginia and beyond, hence a natural affinity for traditional songs. She performs extensively on stages great and small across the US and abroad. Radio appearances include public radio's Mountain Stage, ETown, West Coast Weekend, the BBC, BBC Scotland, and Radio Oslo. Grammy Award winner Tim O'Brien, said "I think she is one of the best traditional singers we have." And Sonny Thomas, from the Fiddle and Bow society, adds, "Molly Andrews is undoubt­ edly one of the finest tradi­ tional singers in the coun­ try." All October concerts will be at St. Luke's Episcopal Church in downtown Boone. Starting time for all concerts is 8:00. Tickets may be pur­ chased at the Mast Stores. Fred's Mercantile on Beech Mountain, Rydell Music Cen­ ter in Boone, Pandora's Mail­ box in Blowing Rock, and Blue Moon Guitars in West Jefferson. The purpose of Mountainhome Music is to honor the music and musicians of the Appalachian region. It is af­ filiated with the Blue Ridge Music Trails, a project of the North Carolina Arts Council, Mountainhome Music concerts are broadcast live on WECR, FM 102.3, on FM Highway 106.1, and on the Internet at www.goblueridge. net. For more information, go to www.mountainhomemusic.com or call 828-964-3392. l ook Who's 40? Happy Birthday? We l oi r You K, C. ami // WANT TOTIMBER BUY LOGS, STANDING OR TIMBERLAND • <•1 * i LIFE COMES AT YOU FAST. Get Great Motorcycle Coverage. 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Presenting will be Dr. Chris Schofield from the Baptist State Conventiion of NC, Dr. Bob Lowman Assocjational Mission­ ary from Metrolina Association near Charlotte and Mrs. Tara Furman from Cary author of "Intimacy with God,Your Daily Guide to Prayer". This is an excellent line up of speakers. This is open to the public. If you are interested in prayer you are invited. All denominations are welcome not just Ashe Baptist folks. There is no cost. For more information call the Ashe Bap­ tist Office at 246-5631. Saturday September 29 Benefit dinner for Tommy Fink who had a kidney and pancreas transplant, is having a lot of complications and has accumulated a lot of medical bills. At the National Guard Ar­ mory. Plates, with BBQ, slaw and beans, are $5. There will be items raffled as well. 3 p.m.: The Farmer Reunion, for descendents of Wilburn and Susan Farmer will take place at Nella Community Center. The Center is located at 211 Gra­ ham School Lane on Big Horse Creek. Please drive a covered dish and drink; plates, cups, etc. will be provided. For more information, call Pama H. Tay­ lor (384-4212), Beulah F. Ham (846-7430) or Becky Farmer (384-9221). Friendship Baptist Church is having their Operation In As Much Saturday, September 29. If you are in need of wood for the winter, yard clean-up, or simple house repairs, please call the church @ 982-2080 by Thursday, September 27. We will be happy to serve you in any way we can! Sunday September 30 10:30 a.m.: Mark Allen Chap­ man (from Ohio) will be singing beautiful gospel music at Mt. Paddy Church, Hwy. 88, Jeffer­ son. A fellowship meal will fol­ low. All are welcome. 7 p.m.: Revival at Sturgills Baptist Church, through Oct. 6. Rev. William Souther will be preaching. Everyone is wel­ come. 4 p.m.: Linda Carroll, singer, song writer and autoharp phenomenon will perform in the Sunday Salon Series at River House in Grassy Creek. Music starts at 4, hors d'oeuvres at 5, and a four-course Chef's Choice dinner at 6. $40 per per­ son, plus alcohol, tax and gra­ tuity. Call 219-2109 for reserva­ tions and information. 5:30 p.m.: You are invited to Revival services at Warrensville United Methodist Church Sunday, September 30th through Wednesday, Oc­ tober 3rd. A light dinner will be served nightly from 5:30 - 6:30 with Revival services starting at 7 p.m. each night. The guest speaker will be the Rev. Billy Ervin and there will be special music at each service. These Revival services are being con­ ducted by the Clifton, Smethport and Warrensville United Methodist Charge. Glendale Springs Missionary Baptist Church will have Re­ vival Services September 30October 4, 7:30 PM each night. Guest Preacher David Wellborn Special Music each night. Pas­ tor Rev. Amos Combs invites you to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Western Piedmont Symphony will perform at the Ashe Civic Center, featuring the Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto. Tickets $12 adults, $5 students. Call 336-846-ARTS. Buffalo Baptist Church will have Revival Services Sept.30-October 3. Rev. Billy Joe Blevins will be the speak­ er, special singing each night. Prayer room at 6:45. Worship Service at 7:00. Everyone wel­ come. Rev, Dean Watson is the pastor. Dbids Baptist Church is hayng revival September 30 thru October 3 at 7:00 p.m. each ivening with Rev. Chris Cox, astor of Big Flatts Baptist as ie guest speaker. Special Inging nightly. Pastor, Rev. i)m Graybeal and congregaDn welcome you. leasant Valley Baptist hurch will be having their reval starting Sept. 30 through October 3 with Rev. Danny Dillard from North Wilkesboro bringing the message. Starting nightly at 7:00 pm with Special singing. Pleasant Valley Baptist Church welcomes everyone to their services. The Pastor is Rev. Keith Wagoner. Monday October 1 6:30 p.m.: The Peak Creek Ruritan Club will meet at the Peak Creek Community Center, Hwy. 88 East, Laurel Springs. After the meal, Carolyn Shep­ herd, Interim County Director, N. C. Cooperative Extension Service, will present a program on "Home Safety for Seniors". A business meeting will follow. Visitors are welcome. For more information, call 982-9538. Thursday October 4 8:30 a.m.: Fourth annual Elk Shoals Golf Tournament will get underway at Mountain Aire Golf Club. Among the many gifts and prizes will be a 2007 Dodge Caliber donated by Heritage Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep for the hole-in-one prize. This is event is a captain's choice, open to all golf enthusiasts. The monies will go to support the ministries of Elk Shoals United Methodist Camp. For more in­ formation, contact the camp of­ fice at 877-4607. Saturday October 6 11 a.m.-5 p.m.: Elk Shoals United Methodist Camp will host its fourth annual Family Fun Day. This event will include a rubber duck race, with the winner being awarded $1,000. Admission is free and there will be games, prizes, food and fun for all! For more information, call the camp office at 877-4607. Please come and support the ministries of Elk Shoals. 2 p.m.:There will be a reunion for all the men who served in the CCC companies 403, 412 and others in the North Caro­ lina area. It will be held at the old CCC camp site at Mortimer, N.C. A short business meet­ ing will be held at 2 p.m., and lundn willoe served at2:30 p.m. We are planning a good time of fellowship and good food, as always. Please come and bring a well-filled picnic basket, beverages and folding chairs. Paper products and ice will be provided. For more information, call William Crump at 828-3911507. Sunday October 7 Warrensville Baptist Church announces Seventh Annual Homecoming on October 7 beginning with Sunday School at 9:00 and Worship Services at 10:00 with former pastor Rev. Rick Anderson. Special music and lunch will also be apart of the celebration. All members, former members and friends of Warrenville Baptist are wel­ comed by Rev. Jeff Nave Pastor at Warrenville. 10 a.m.: Homecoming at Mtn. View Baptist Church. Rev. Dennis Eller will be preaching and there will be special sing­ ing. Pastor Denton Hart and the congregation want to invite ev­ eryone to attend! 11 a.m.: Peak Creek Pres­ byterian Church will have homecoming. The pastor and congregation invite everyone to attend. Noon-5 p.m.: Bloodmobile at New River Volunteer Fire De­ partment for an American Red Cross Blood Drive. 2 p.m.: The Annual Sprague and United Chemi-Con Re­ tiree and Spouse Reunion will take place at Riverview Com­ munity Center. All proceeds from the catered meal will be donated to the center. Call 3843535 or 385-7733 for reserva­ tions by Oct. 1. If no answer, please leave a message. 2 p.m.: Fall Piano Recital at Warrensville Seventh-Day Adventist Church. The students of Miss Sharon Kellam will pres­ ent their fall piano recital. The public is welcome. 4 p.m.: Emile Pandolfi, clas­ sical pianist and humorist, will perform in the Sunday Salon Series at River House in Grassy Creek. Music starts at 4, hors d'oeuvres at 5, and a four-course Chef's Choice din­ ner at 6. $40 per person, plus alcohol, tax and gratuity. Call 219-2109 for reservations and information. Monday October 8 7 p.m.: Revival at Mtn. View Baptist Church Oct. 8 through the 13. Preaching will be Rev. • Dean Fletcher with special sing­ ing each night. Pastor Denton Hart and the congregation want to invite everyone to attend! The Disabled American Vet­ erans will have a Flag retire­ ment ceremony on the 8th of Oct. If you have an American Flag or a POW Flag that is un­ serviceable and would like to have in our program please drop them off at the VFW building on Ashe Park Rd. in Jefferson on Monday the 17th between 5:30 and 7 PM and on Oct 8th be­ tween 5 and 7 PM. Thank you and for more info, call 336-9823743. Buddy Greer, Commander DAV. Wednesday October 10 8:30 a.m.: Ashe County Chap­ ter of N.C. Retired School Personnel will meet at Shatley Springs Restaurant. Gwen Ash­ ley from the Museum of Ashe County History will present the program. Please bring school books especially middle school and high school age books for the Interagency Christmas Project. mission from 10 a.m. to noon. All proceeds support Hospice. NOTE: Bring donations for the flea market to High Country Greenhouses between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. weekdays, Oct. 217. Saturday October 20 8 a.m.-4 p.m.: 2007 Annual Charles Fleanor Memorial Flea Market at High Country Greenhouses on Hwy 88 in Smethport (across from Ashe Tire Service). Admission is free. All proceeds support Hospice. Sunday October 21 4 p.m.: Martha Bassett will perform in the Sunday Sa­ lon Series at River House in Grassy Creek. Music starts at 4, hors d'oeuvres at 5, and a four-course Chef's Choice din­ ner at 6. $40 per person, plus alcohol, tax and gratuity. Call 219-2109 for reservations and information. Sunday October 28 4-6 p.m.: Fall festival at Bald Mountain Church. Dinner will follow at 6 p.m. Everyone is welcome. 4 p.m.rJBJass will perform in the Sunday Salon Series at River House in Grassy Creek. Music starts at 4, hors d'oeuvres at 5, and a fourcourse Chef's Choice dinner at 6. $40 per person, plus alcohol, tax and gratuity. Call 219-2109 for reservations and informa­ tion. Ongoing Events Phipps Farm Friday Night Jam. Every Friday (rain, sleet, or snow): 7-10 p.m. Admission Free. Venue is Old Time and Bluegrass Mountain Music.AII music levels welcome, dancers too. Location: 2425 Silas Creek Rd., Lansing, NC. 28643. Info: Rita or Dawg Wood 336-3842382. How do Huskies' Fans celebrate after each Huskies' victory? They come to the Fifth Quarter. What is the 'Fifth Quarter'? It is a safe alternative and safe activity for high school and middle school students and their parents/friends. The 'Fifth Quarter' is held after each Ashe County High School home football game. The location of the 'Fifth Quarter' is the Youth Center at Warrensville Baptist Church and the Fellowship Hall of Warrensville United Methodist Church. Activities for the youth include games, music, devotional time and fellowship. This event is sponsored by theWarrensville Baptist, Warrensville United Methodist, Smethport United Methodist, Clifton United Methodist, and Phoenix Baptist Churches. For more information, please call 3843391. Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday - Friday without appointments. Primary Care: Monday - Friday Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold September services at Holy Trinity in Glendale Springs. Holy Communion is celebrated at 8:30 and 10. Coffee hour immediately follows the 10 a.m. service. For information, call the church office at 982-3076. Roads Country Pharmacy: Ashe Mobile County Prescriptions can now be filled in Boone at the Hunger & Health Coalition (the old Health Dept. building off Bamboo Rd.). Medication pick-up days are Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10 am - 2 pm. Clients my call in prescription refills at 828-2621628.Your physician can fax new prescriptions to fax # 828-262-0154. Eligibility for Free Medical Clinic. Tuesdays. 4:00 - 6:00. Anyone interested in receiving free medical care from the Ashe County Free Medical Clinic must come to eligibility screening. To be eligible you must live or work in Ashe County, be between the ages of 19 - 64, have NO form of medical insurance, and pro­ vide proof of income that meets the clinic's policy. Call 846-4649 for an appointment, or come to the clinic (at the red light in Jef­ ferson) on Tuesdays from 4:00 - 6:00. WIC (Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children): If you are a pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum woman, infant, or child less than five years of age, and meet certain eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the WIC Program. WIC is a special supplemental food program that provides individually prescribed packages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program or know someone who does; contact 246-2013. EVERY NFL. GAME. ONLY ON DIRECTV. Sunday October 14 Sugar Tree Baptist CHurch is having its first Homecoming. Service is at 10 a.m., with sing­ ing followed by the preaching of God's Word. After service, there will be lunch in the fellow­ ship hall. Everyone is invited to attend—please plan to be with us on this special occasion! 4 p.m.: Bob Child, Native American flute performance artist, will perform in the Sunday Salon Series at River House in Grassy Creek. Mu­ sic starts at 4, hors d'oeuvres at 5, and a four-course Chef's Choice dinner at 6. $40 per per­ son, plus alcohol, tax and gra­ tuity. Call 219-2109 for reserva­ tions and information. Friday October 19 Noon-6 p.m.: 2007 Annual Charles Fleanor Memorial Flea Market at High Country Greenhouses on Hwy 88 in Smethport (across from Ashe Tire Service). 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Mitchell (Allegha­ ny County) and J.L.-Shumate (Johnson County). Additionally, SkyLine, SkyBest and Carolina West WEST JEFFERSONThe 51st Annual Meeting of SkyLine Membership Cor­ poration is scheduled for Saturday, October 6, at Ashe County High School in West Jefferson. Sky­ Line customers who have active memberships in the cooperative are invited. Member reg­ istration begins in the commons area at 9:30 a.m., followed by the business meeting in the auditorium at 10:30 a.m. The business meet­ ing will include reports from officers, election of directors and recognition of participants of the follow­ ing SkyLine youth programs: the Frank James-SkyLine Scholarship, Foundation for Rural Service Scholar­ ship, N.C./S.C. Cooperative Leadership Conference and Foundation for Rural Service (FRS) Youth Tour. The follow­ ing SkyLine directors have been nominated for election feature balloon costumes by Tommy Rash, and face paint­ ing, provided by the Ashe County High School Art De­ partment. Following these activities, a complimentary barbecue lunch catered by Smoky Mountain Barbe­ cue will be served to SkyLine mem­ bers in the school cafeteria. Enter­ tainment at this year's meeting will feature bluegrass music by the Ashe County Bluegrass Band, who will perform during registra­ tion in the audito­ rium and at lunch in the cafeteria. Established in 1951, Sky­ Line is among the state's nine rural telephone cooperatives, serving over 36,000 access lines across a five-county re­ gion in northwest North Car­ olina and east Tennessee. For more information about the Annual Meeting, please call your local Sky­ Line Customer Service Cen­ ter at 1-800-759-2226. SkyLine membership corp. Wireless will feature prod­ uct/service displays in the commons area. At the close of the business meeting, several door prizes will be awarded, including the grand prize: a new laptop comput­ er and a year of free SkyBest High-Speed Internet service (1.5 Mbps). From 10 a.m. until the close of the business meet­ ing, children's activities will Play Better Golf with JACK NICKLAUS ^ER.IOUS ~ AS A YOUNGSTER IN COLUM&U5, I HIT &ALLS EVEN IN THE WORST OF WINTER. CLEARING PATCHES OF SNOU7 IF NECESSARY. GOLFERS W8® USUALLY FIND A Ujpy toJI| TO STAY WITH THET WW- QAttlE AT LEAST .V NEVER COMPLETELY LOSING TOUCH LUITH ' MY SEASON. Kaitlyn Jordan crowned Kaitlyn Jordan, age 8, competed at the "National American Miss—Miss North Carolina" Pageant on July 26 through 28 in Charlotte, NC. During this three-day event Kaitlyn competed against 77 other girls in the Junior PreTeen Age Division and was crowned the National Ameri­ can Miss- NC State Ambas­ sador. Kaitlyn was also the 4"' runner up in the talent competition. She performed a high energy clogging rou­ tine to "I'm a Believer" from the Shrek movie sound track. Kaitlyn is an avid dance stu­ dent at Dancin' Debbies Stu­ dio in West Jefferson, where she takes clogging, tap, and ballet lessons. This pageant was a family oriented event and during the evening gown competition Kaitlyn's grand­ father, Gene Goodman was invited to escort her on stage. Based on Kaitlyn's awards in this pageant, she has been invited by "National Ameri­ can Miss" to participate in the "National All American Miss" Pageant in Hollywood, California in November 2007. Kaitlyn is also the reigning 2007 "Tiny Elite American Pride Beauty". Kaitlyn is the daughter of Lucian and Patri­ cia Jordan of West Jefferson and sister to pijoud brother Ethan Jordan. Cyclists heading here Cycle North Carolina's ninth-annual recreational bike tour across the state travels from West Jefferson to Currituck, September 29 to October 6. The ride offers wonderful tourist stops along scenic back-roads and this year's fall ride promises to be the highlight of the year for cyclists throughout the region. Riders will be wel­ comed to West Jefferson for their first overnight stop of the tour. Other stops include Elkin, Greensboro, Mebane, Louisburg, Roanoke Rapids, Edenton, and Currituck on the 450-mile ride. Approximately 1,200 cy­ clists will call the roads and towns across North Carolina home during the weeklong "Mountains to the Coast" bi­ cycle tour. Cyclists will arrive in West Jefferson on September 29 and spend the night at Ashe County High School. SWING v I GOT POPULAR WAYS ARE Pi NET IN „ THE GARAGE. REGULARLY -SWINGING A WEIGHTED CLO&. OR EVEN PLAYING A FEW HOLES U>HEN "THE. WEATHER. JUMP- TAf ART L*JHIEN THE NE.UJ ALLOWS. •: • V- if Golf and Blue Ridge Living on the New River. Homesites from the $50s. New residences Jefferson Landing from the $200s. Call 1-800-292-6274 or visit our website at VisitJeffersonLanding.com. Ashe County, North Carolina 'Orange You Glad You Turned The Page? Summer is over but we're still squeezing great returns 3-Month CD 4.50APY* Limited Time Only! 12-Month CD 4.80°W out of our CDs. 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Account insured up to $100,000. 1 l 1 u VI 1 'V> Vi �Football Friday Night The Huskies will host the North Surry Greyhounds tonight in a MVAC conference game and is also homecoming for Ashe County. Kickoff is at 7:30 p.m. This week in Husky sports Tennis continues to tear up MVAC by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor The Huskies' women's tennis team continues their impressive season with four more victories, three of which coming in conference play over the past two weeks. The streak for the Huskies start­ ed with a 9-0 victory at North Wilkes, then continued with a 8-1 victory at North Surry. The Huskies took a break from conference play follow­ ing the North Surry match and on this past Monday hosted the Watauga Pioneers for their final non-confer­ ence match of the season. The Huskies avenged a tough loss to the Pioneers from earlier in the season with an impres­ sive 9-0 victory, and then con­ cluded the w;eek with a con­ ference win against Forbush, 8-1 on Wednesday. The first match of the set came with the Huskies trav­ eling to North Wilkes last week. The match with North Wilkes provided an opportu­ nity for the Huskies to work on their skills and also Lizzie Hanes was able to compete for the Huskies in the "top six." The Huskies defeated the Vikings easily with a 9-0 final team score. Singles results: #1 seed: Ivey Tant (Ashe County) de­ feated Kelsey Walker (North Wilkes), 6-1 6-0; #2 seed: Lorna Vega (Ashe County) defeated Kimberly Bryant (North Wilkes), 6-1 6-0, #3 berly Bryant (North Wilkes), 8-0; Roxanne Thomas/ Rachel Curcio (Ashe County) defeat­ ed Amy Hill/ Lauren Foster (North Wilkes), 8-0; Courtney Bowers/ Ariel Farmer (Ashe County), defeated Laura Newman/ Brianna Anderson (North Wilkes), 8-0. Two days after the North Wilkes match, the Huskies were on the road once again with a match at North Surry against the Greyhounds. The Huskies once again defeated their opponent and handed the Greyhounds a difficult 81 loss. Singles results: #1 seed: Ivey Tant (Ashe County) de­ feated Alicia Wallace (North Surry), 6-0 6-0; #2 seed: Ra­ chel Curcio (Ashe County) defeated Kimberly Bryant (North Surry), 6-0 6-1, #3 seed: Roxanne Thomas (Ashe County) defeated Ashley Reece (North Surry), 6-0 6-2; #4 seed: Courtney Bowers (Ashe County) defeated Audry Wal­ lace (North Surry), 6-1 6-0; #5 seed: Ariel Farmer (Ashe County) defeated Laura New­ man (North Surry), 6-1 6-0, #6 seed: Lizzie Hanes (Ashe County) defeated Brianna Anderson (North Surry), 6-4 Post photo by Michael Graybeal Lorna Vega wins the point for Ashe's doubles team of Ivey Tant and Lorna Vega during their 8-0 defeat of their North Wilkes opponents. The pair of Tant and Vega is described by Coach Herman as "One of the best doubles teams in the state." seed: Roxanne Thomas (Ashe County) defeated Amy Hill (North Wilkes), 6-2 6-2; #4 seed: Courtney Bowers (Ashe County) defeated Lauren Goster (North Wilkes), 6-2 62; #5 seed: Ariel Farmer (Ashe County) defeated Laura New- man (North Wilkes), 7-5 6-0, #6 seed: Lizzie Hanes (Ashe County) defeated Brianna Anderson (North Wilkes), 6-0 6-0. Doubles results: Ivey Tant/ Lorna Vega (Ashe County) defeated Kelsey Walker/ Kim­ 6-2. Doubles results: Ivey Tant/ Courtney Bowers (Ashe County) defeated Alicia Wal­ lace/ Kimberly Bryant (North Surry), 8-1; Rachel Cur­ cio/ Roxanne Thomas (Ashe See Tennis, page 2B Volleyball downs Cards, fall to Falcons by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor The ' Huskies volleyball team was in action early this week with a home and away game on Monday and Tuesday. On Monday, the Huskies opened up their week with a home game against the East Wilkes Cardinals, and then hit the road on Tuesday for a conference match with the Forbush Falcons. On Monday, the Huskies avenged a 3-0 loss to the Cardinals from earlier in the season with an impressive, but tough 31 victory over the Cardinals. On Tuesday, the Huskies success was a different story with a tough 3-1 loss to the Forbush Falcons. With the East Wilkes Cardinals traveling up to Ashe for their second match up of the year, the Huskies were looking for revenge of an earlier loss in the season. With a 3-0 loss on the minds of the Huskies entering the match, a focused and determined Husky squad was able to defeat the Cardinals three games to one in the match on Monday. After losing the first game, 23-25, Post photo by Michael Graybeal Kim McNeil (#0) wins a crucial point for the Huskies during their 3-1 victory over East Wilkes on Monday evening. the Huskies rallied in game two to win 25-15, and then sealed the match victory with wins in game three and four. In tfte first game of the match, Ashe and East Wilkes traded points to open the game and the first real lead came when Ashe had pulled away from the Cardinals 118. Ashe maintained that lead for the next eight points ill the score was 15-12. At that point, the Cardinals went on a five-point run, which was ended with a kill at the net by Caitlin Elliott to bring the score to 17-16 in favor of East. Ashe regained the lead and increased the score to 19-17 but then East made one last really and took the lead 24-22. A powerful play at the net by Kim McNeil brought the Huskies witliin one point, but the Cardinals won the following point to finalize game one with the score of Ashe 23- East Wilkes 25. In game two, Ashe started out strong and behind the play of Kim McNeil and Caitlin Elliott, the Huskies were able to even the score at one game each with a 25-15 victory. In a repeat of game one, both teams traded points till the score was 6-5 in favor of Ashe. Ashe then expanded their lead to 13-9, at which time Ashe exploded. The Huskies took advantage of an ace by Kim McNeil and then three kills at the net by Caitlin Elliott to stretch Post photo by Eric Lusk/ The Yadkin Ripple Caitlin Elliott (#4 Ashe County) goes up for a ball against N.C. State signee Kelly Wood (#13 Forbush) in the Huskies' match at Forbush on Tuesday. their lead to 17-9. The teams swapped points till the score was 20-12. Ashe then cruised to a score of 24-15 and the game concluded with a spike by Annie Hegar to give the Huskies the 25-15 victory. The explosive during game two gave the Huskies momentum entering game three and the Huskies jumped out toan early lead and simple extended their lead to the 2513 victory in game three. The game opened up with Ashe jumping out to an early 116 lead. Ashe stretched their lead to 17-9 when good hits by Larken Mikeal and Kim McNeil earned two points for the Huskies, and the score increased to 19-9. A sideout for the Huskies, another spike by McNeil, and then another good hit by Mikeal allowed the Huskies to come within two points of victory in game three with the score 23-10. East made one final run and scored three unanswered points, but then Ashe sealed game three with a sideout point, and then an ace by Mikeal for the final point of game three and Ashe went ahead two games to one with the 25-13 victory in game three. The Huskies placed the Cardinals in a tough situation trailing two games to one and facing an eliminating game four when that the Huskies won the match with a victory in game four, 25-21. With strong play from the entire 5<?e Volleyball, page 2B 3-4 Year Old Ashe Chiropractic- Green 3-4 Year Old Pleasant Ridge Nursery- Orange Dalton Black, Katie Woods, Adam Walton, Ethan Pennington, Blake Hulin, Dillon Farmer, Coach Jimmy Black Brady Holleman, Matthew Miller, Cora Neil Richardson, Logan Worley, Gabe Bare, Mason Kesterson, Coach Jody Holleman �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Points battle heats up at WRP Bowling League Results Mike Woodring of Taylorsville and his awesome Dragster took home the win on the double points event. The win gave Mike a comfortable lead in Top ET Class. The runner up was Jeff Bowman of Asheboro, NC in "his '69 Camaro mov­ ing him up to sixth place in the points. From 9/13/2007- Thursday Week 1 of 32 Place. Team, Pts Won, Pts Lost 1. Church's Construction, 4, 0 2. Radio Hill Sales, 3,1 3. United Chemi-Con, 3,1 4. Mikes Community, 3, 1 5. Cardinal Lanes, 3,1 6. Moosehead C.L.H., 2, 2 7. That's What She, 2, 2 8. Freedom Homes, 1, 3 9. Jefferson Rent-All, 1, 3 10. Bill's Garage, 1, 3 11. Sage Auction, 1, 3 12. Prime Timers, 0, 4 Top Scores- Men Scratch Game Scott Stevens Jon Gambill Mike Leserra James Ham 225 224 223 223 Top Scores- Women Scratch Game Erica Leserra Ashley Carter Hazel Price James Ham Jon Gambill Patrick Mathers 575 562 546 168 157 149 Scratch Series Erica Leserra Diana Vaught Hazel Price 416 405 390 Mike Woodring lights up the tires on his way to another WRP Empire Chrysler Points Series win. Action continues this week at WRP in Wilkesboro. From 9/20/2007- Thursday Week 2 of 32 Place. Team, Pts Won, Pts Lost 1. Cardinal Lanes, 7. 1 2. Radio Hill Sales, 7, 1 3. United Chemi-Con, 6, 2 4. Jefferson Rent-All, 5, 3 5. That's What She, 5, 3 6. Freedom Homes, 4, 4 7. Church's Construction, 4, 4 8. Mikes Community, 4, 4 9. Moosehead C.L.H., 3, 5 10. Prime Timers, 1, 7 11. Bill's Garage, 1, 7 12. Sage Auction, 1, 7 Top Scores- Men Top Scores- Women 230 213 204 Scratch Series Billy Lewis James Ham Patrick Mathers 569 550 545 Scratch Game Diana Vaught Jamie Taylor Mandy Privette 179 163 158 Scratch Series Jamie Taylor Diana Vaught Mandy Privette 456 442 410 Lil' Lady Huskies Fall League game scores and standings from Sunday, September 23 Heart & Hustle 32 Pride 18 Team Before Self 30 Pride 21 Heart & Hustle 14 Team Before Self 11 Standings: Heart & Hustle: 2-0 Team Before Self: 1-1 Pride: 0-2 County) defeated Amy Hill/ Lauren Foster (North Surry), 8-1; Laura Newman/ Brianna Anderson (North Surry) de­ feated Ariel Farmer/ Kendra Powers (Ashe County), 8-5. The Huskies took a break from MVAC competition on Monday of this week when they hosted the Watauga Pio­ neers. The Huskies continued their impressive performanc­ es with a 9-0 victory over their 4A opponents. Singles results: #1 seed: Ivey Tant (Ashe County) defeated Mary Clements (Watauga), 6-1 6-2; #2 seed: Lorn a Vega (Ashe County) de­ feated Tatum Rees (Watauga), 6-4 6-0, #3 seed: Rachel Curcio (Ashe County) defeated Katie Grubb (Watauga), 6-4 6-0; #4 seed: Roxanne Thomas (Ashe County) defeated Austin Wil­ liamson (Watauga), 6-0 6-1; #5 seed: Courtney Bowers (Ashe County) defeated Maclain Copeland (Watauga), 6-4 6-1, #6 seed: Ariel Farmer (Ashe County) defeated Mallie Bill­ ings (Watauga), 6-0 6-0. Doubles results: Ivey Tant/ Lorna Vega (Ashe County) defeated Mary Clements/ Ta­ tum Rees (Watauga), 8-6; Ra­ chel Curcio/ Roxanne Thomas (Ashe County) defeated Katie Grubb/ Austin Williamson (Watauga), 8-1; Courtney Bowers/ Ariel Farmer (Ashe County) defeated Maclain Copeland/ Mallie Billings (Watauga) 8-1. The Huskies were on the road following the Watauga match with their next-to-last road match of the regular season with a trip to Forbush High School on Tuesday eve­ ning of this week. The Hus­ kies were able to once again Volleyball continued from page IB Husky squad early in the game, Ashe was able to claim an early 7-3 lead. Ashe then extended that lead to 12-6. Ashe continued their run and scored four unanswered points to double East's score at 16-8. The Cardinals rallied and narrowed the Huskies' lead to 19-16. East continued to battle and narrowed the score to 22-21, and spikes by Annie Hegar and Caitlin Elliott allowed the Huskies to claim the game victory and the match victory with the 25-21 victory in game four and then the 3-1 victory in the match. Coach Laura Foster, the Huskies head coach was ecstatic following the victory over East Wilkes and stated: "I was extremely pleased with our performance. I thought we communicated well with each other throughout the entire match. I was very proud of how we played through tough situations. We played as good as we have played all season. We did a lot of good things this match. I am proud of their efforts." The Huskies and Cardinals split matches this year with East Wilkes claiming the Saturday, drag racing con­ tinues with a points race #17 sponsored by Empire Chrysler featuring Top ET, Mod ET, and Jr. Dragsters. The Gates open at 4 p.m. with qualifying starting at 5 p.m. For further informa­ tion call 973-RACE (7223) or www.wilkesbororacewaypark.com. victory in their first match up with a score of 3-0, but then the Huskies won this match with a score of 3-1. Following the match on Monday, the Huskies returned to MVAC play on Tuesday with a trip to Forbush High School. The Huskies faced a tough opponent with the Falcons and Forbush showed their strengths to cruise to a 3-1 victory. The highlight of the match fol* the Huskies came in game two when a good team effort led to the Huskies defeating the Falcons in a close game, 2725. Ashe struggled throughout the rest of the game and Forbush took advantage by winning games one, three, and four. Game one featured the Falcons winning easily 25-13, but Ashe battled back in game two with a close contest and pulling away late in the game to win 27-25. The loss in game two woke the Falcons and they won game three with a score of 25-11 and then finalized the match with a victory in game four, 25-13. Following the match on Tuesday, Coach Laura Foster for the Huskies commented DL Shepherd Construction Zachary Stuart Dr Pepper Ethan Duckworth, Jessica Jones, Kassey Thompson Cardinal Lanes Kaleb Snider, Isaiah Miller, Sierra Walton Reeves Photography Tanner Kilby, Nathan Howell, Richard Osborne Screenfreaks Rachel Weaver _j-ET Tennis continued from page IB Scratch Game The winner in the Top ET dash for cash was Luke Hutchens and Wayne Ward in Mod ET and in the Jr. Dragster Taylor South. Drag Racing action con­ tinues Thursday night with test and tune and Top Street Motorcycle shoot outs spon­ sored by Crossroads Harley, gates open at 6 p.m. and on ^ McDonald's AYSL Players of the Week Post photo courtesy of Kevin Thorne/ Teammedial Scratch Series Scott Stevens Billy Lewis Eric Francis Mod Et winner was Mike Marley of Ferguson, mov­ ing him within one point of points leader Donnie Winstead. Runner up was Den­ nis Bolick of Boone. ' The Jr. Dragster division saw Young Russell Mchargue defeat two time track Champion Billy Barnes of Burnsville, NC. on the play of her team by commenting: "I am pleased with how we are playing. We just need to continue playing well - as we have two very critical conference games on the road next week." The Huskies returned to action onThursday when they hosted the Oak Hill Warriors in a non-conference match up. Results were unavailable at press time. Next week, the Huskies will return to MVAC play with two tough matches on the road. On Tuesday, the Huskies will journey to Wilkes County for a match with the Wilkes Central Eagles. The first match up between the Huskies and the Eagles this year ended in favor of the Eagles 3-0. The match score was unjust to the Huskies seeing as Ashe only lost each game by mere points. On Thursday, Ashe once again faces a tough MVAC opponent in the Surry Central Golden Eagles. In the first match up, the Huskies battled back from trailing Central early in the match to win the match with wins in games four and five. Best of luck to the Huskies in the upcoming tough week. win easily with an 8-1 victory over the Falcons. The Huskies improved their season record to 11-2 for the season and 9-1 in conference with the victory over the Falcons. Singles results: #1 seed: Ivey Tant (Ashe County) de­ feated Jade Burkeen (For­ bush), 6-1 6-1; #2 seed: Lorna Vega (Ashe County) defeated Kayla Shouse (Forbush), 62 6-2, #3 seed: Rachel Cur­ cio (Ashe County) defeated Abigal Hepler (Forbush), 6-2 6-3; #4 seed: Roxanne Thom­ as (Ashe County) defeated Courtney Phillips (Forbush), 6-0 6-0; #5 seed: Courtney Bowers (Ashe County) defeat­ ed Jennifer Jones (Forbush), 6-1 6-3, #6 seed: Ariel Farmer (Ashe County) defeated Paige Hauser (Forbush), 6-0 6-1. Doubles results: Ivey Tant/ Lorna Vega (Ashe County) defeated Jade Burkeen/ Kayla Shouse (Forbush), 83; Rachel Curcio/ Roxanne Thomas (Ashe County) de­ feated Abigal Hepler/ Court­ ney Phillips (Forbush), 8-1; Jennifer Jones/ Paige Houser (Forbush) defeated Courtney Bowers/ Ariel Farmer (Ashe County) 9-8. The Huskies will return to action Tuesday when they are on the road with a conference match at Wilkes Central, then they will return home for a conference match against Sui*ry Central on Thursday. The Huskies sole conference loss came from the hands of the Golden Eagles from Surry Central. The Huskies will have a chance to tie the Golden Eagles for the lead of the Mountain Valley Ath­ letic Conference on Thursday providing they defeat Wilkes Central on Tuesday. wm Post photo by Michael Graybeal Courtney Bowers wins this point during her 6-4 6-1 victory over her opponent from Watauga on Monday. Linda Gilvear is the winner for last week's Jefferson Post Football Contest. Congratulations! She guessed more winning teams than any other contestant, and guessed closest to the tie-breaking score. Please play the Jefferson , / Post Football Contest again next week! a <s # Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest Winner Betty Mahaffey is the winner for this week's Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest. She correctly chose the race winner, Carl Edwards, and guessed the closest number of caution flags with a guess of 10. Thank you for all of your entries! Please play the Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest again next week! THE NORTH CAROLINA HOME PROTECTION PILOT PROGRAM (NCHPPP) Do you live or work in Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Mitchell, Watauga, Wilkes, or Yancey County? Have you recently lost your job due to plant closure or have your work hours been reduced because of changing economic conditions? As a result, do you face difficulty making your monthly mortgage payment? If you answered "yes" to all of these questions maybe we can help! Administered by North Carolina Housing Finance Agency and operated locally by Northwestern Regional Housing Authority, NCHPPP assistance may help displaced workers keep their home. Think you may be eligible? 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VSI's Vinyl Siding Product Certification Program was launched in 1998 as a way for manufacturers to certify, through independent testing and verification, that their products meet or exceed the quality requirements of the ASTM D3679 standard. Certi­ fied vinyl siding is subjected to a dozen different perfor­ mance measurements and tests simulating wind, weath­ er and even the impact of a hard-hitting hammer. Products certified through VSI's program pass this bat­ tery of tests and submit to twice yearly unannounced plant inspections. They also meet the International Build­ ing Code requirements, for siding to be certified by an independent quality control agency. There are more than 1,000 different vinyl siding products currently certified through VSI's program. What's more, nearly 300 different colors of these products have been cer­ tified for color retention. In addition to passing the qual­ ity requirements of ASTM D3679, each color must un­ dergo a two-year, outdoor weathering study, to ensure that it meets the rigorous re­ quirements of ASTM 1)6864, the color retention standard for vinyl siding. "Sunshine, rain, or winds of more than 100 miles per hour won't weather certified vinyl siding noticeably," says Jery Y. Huntley, VSI's presi­ dent. "Vinyl siding hues certi­ fied for color retention have been tested in a variety of climates to resist major color changes over the course of time. That means simple, pe­ riodic washing can keep your siding looking as beautiful as the day it was installed." Sedona Red. Oxford Blue. Irish Linen. Summer Wheat. Those are just a few of the hundreds of vinyl siding col­ ors certified for color reten­ tion through VSI's program. They can give your house long-lasting beauty, whether you want the newest shade on the block or are looking to preserve historic accuracy. For a full list of products and colors certified through VSI's program, visit www.vinylsiding.org. Courtesy of ARAcontent significantly or you may be able to afford a larger home? • Many people don't realize there is a loan available for a qualified homebuyer with an average (or above average) income who wants to purchase a residence and obtain 100% financing. • There are no restrictions on the size of the home. Any limitations placed on the price of your home depends on the same repayment Big Horse Creek Acreage Riverfront Lot 19 Acres with creek frontage. Mountain views. Two homes and Barn. Located in Lansing. Unbeatable combination of river frontage & mountain views on 1.8 Acres in Canawhay subdivision. Office: 336-982-2558 www.ALRE-BlueRidge.com ratios used by most conventional loans. • 100% of the appraised value of a home can be borrowed. Even Acreage with Views 1' Acres priced to^cll! Located on Ed Vanover Rd* easy drive to West Jefferson. Visitfa Web Siteft & OrMe M-fib ftmefMHsfif^ 1836 HWY. 221 NORTH , JEFFERSON, NC 28640 closing costs can be borrowed if the value of the house is enough. • This is not a government subsidized loan. It's simply a 100% OPEN HOUSE FOR PUBLIC AND REALTORS bank-financed conventional loan with a government guarantee. • Mt. Jefferson Mortgage is capable of of obtaining a Rural Development Government Guarantee that makes a 100%, no PMI loan available to average households. Sunday, September 30,2007 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm Come enjoy this gorgeous horse farm located in the Deep Gap area! • Closing costs are the same as a loan without a government guarantee. • Reliable income and good credit are required. If you are in the process of buying a home or just thinking about purchasing a home and want additional information contact Mt. Jefferson Mortgage at 982-6020. Main Street Discount Mr M •Toile Curtains • Jabot Sets • Pillows • Bath & Bedroom Accessories • Rocking Chair Cushions • Hand Made Quills & Shams to match ' MLS# 155468 • Tablecloths • Large Variety of Curtains •Towels • Bedding • Bedspreads • Comforters Location, Location, Location!!! This fabulous horse farm features over 8 sprawling acres with custom barn, views and privacy galore.This home features 4BD/ 3full BA & 2%BA, an expansive master suite, theatre room, 9375 NC Hwy 194 N., Lansing, NC 336-384-3945 mm a chefs dream kitchen, 3 fireplaces, and finished bonus room above the garage.This property is a rare find in such a convenient location! 4 DIRECTIONS: From West Jefferson travel Hwy 221 South towards Boone and Just after crossing the Ashe/Watauga line turn right onto Moretz Farm Rd to third home on the right. OPEN MON. - SAT. 8:TO AM -TAO PM For more details regarding this property contact "Put Your Trust In Number One" 11 Beaver Creek School Road West Jefferson, NC 28694 OntuiK Business 336-246-2664 Real Estate for Your World V MOBILE WITH - VIEWS l£l Lisa L. Randolph, Broker Cell (336)977-8148 Office (336)246-2664 Email: homcinthcmtns @vahoo.com oitcyfuuuf SATURDAY, OCT. 13, 2007 10:00 am 22 Acres—Two Tracts 2-Story Farmhouse and Buildings INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED w Household Furnishings....Antiques....Racing Memorabilia SUPERB FARM EQUIPMENT HOME The Era Sue Wagoner Estate t0.t2 Wagoner Ridge Rd., Eunice,*Vf COMPLETELY REMODELED WITH VIEWS TO BOOT! This single wide with a stick built addition is a steal. Home is freshly painted inside and out, new vinyl, new carpet, Pergo flooring with new lighting fixtures throughout. This home has a beautiful view of the river and Phoenix Mtn, not to mention the immaculate landscaping: What more could a buyer ask for? $125,000 e«unitf , Are ABSOLUTE ESTATE AUCTION ™ and © Century 21 Real Estate Corporation Equal Housing Opportunity V". ;>ff; J155903. C J155117. MINI-FARM WITH 37 ACRES - Excellent development or - hidden property for your dream home. Two story farmhouse on 4 + Acres First Level has Lg. Kitchen, LR w/ FP && insert, 2BR, 1 BA, Hdwood Firs, Porch on two sides of House w/ great view of Mountains FWA Oil heat. Second Level has 3 Bedrooms Second Level has 3 Bedrooms and lots of Closets. Also located on the house tract are other farm buildings including a 33x100 hay Shed and a 33x100 Hay & Equip shed. Pond with covered deck area for gather­ ings or just relaxing. Property has long range views from top with selected tree clearing. If you built close to pond you would have a narrow view of mountain. Five separate deeded tracts that could be divided once each. Great barn (1627 sq. ft.) with a potential of 8 stalls, large storage and tack room. $400,000 New Survey Available 18 Acre Tract. This tract of land also has good J155928. LOG CABIN IN BALD MTN ESTATES - Great location min­ utes from Mountain Aire GC and convenient to Jeffersons and Boone. Long range view, large deck, covered porch, natural landscaping. Interior features stone fireplace in living room and master bedroom and bath on main level (currently being used as a sitting room). $193,500 J155123. J155171. HOME IN EVENING SHADOWS - Fleetwood - Southern Ashe County - 2 BR/2BA log home in Evening Shadows Estates. This beautiful log cabin also offers maple floors, wood burning fireplace, 2 cov­ ered porches & sun deck, drive-in basement & outbuilding. Sits on 1.5 private acres. $239,000 road frontage, fenced with spring and creek. Beautiful building site with excellent view of the mountains. Real Estate to be sold at 11 :am with Farm Equipment to be sold immediately after OUTSTANDING FARM EQUIPMENT 6410 John Deere 640 self-leveling Cabover tractor (659 Hours, Like New, 648 New Hol­ land Round baler, (4) reel Kuhn Hay tedder Gf 500, Kuhn GA4121 THA Master drive hay rake, (1) 16ft Hay trailer (extendable Hitch), 24ft Alum. Cattle trailer, 2004 F350 Lariat Super Duty 35,500 Act. Mi. power stroke VS, turbo diesel, '86 Ford Ranger Pickup 4WD, John Deere hay fork, Manure.harrow drag, 20 ft. Stoll flatbed gooseneck trailer. Much, much more of m m some of the best maintained equipment we have been privileged to selll DOUBLEWIDE WITH 2.91 ACRES - Doublewide mobile home with 3BR/2BA on .4 acres. Also included is an additional 2.5 acres with five mobile home rental lots; two are rented at $100 month, one at $125 month. Lots of pos­ sibilities to an investor or someone desir­ ing a nice lot close to West Jefferson. Well produces 20 gpm and septics are in for mobile home sites. $185,000 I.and Listings: J155195. BRICK HOME WITH - West Jefferson Area - 2 BR/2.5BA brick home with beautiful mountain views. This home offers a fireplace, 2 car garage, one level living, outbuilding, deck, stream and much more. Country setting but just minutes to town. $189,900 MOUNTAIN VIEWS J155864. COMMERCIAL BUILDING IN WEST JEFFERSON - Premier commercial/retail space in downtown West Jefferson. Completely renovated in 2005—new floors, windows, roof (foam and Structal), 3-phase electric, plumbing (three .5 baths), 3-zone heating and cooling, walkways, landscaping, ADA compliant. Two large display areas, studio and private office/efficiency apartment. Excellent potential for office, drive-through business or restaurant, $600,000 J153320. 59 ACRES-Fabulous tract of land with breathtaking long range views and river views. Fabulous creeks, springs and pond on the property. There are several great building sites for a large private family retreat or property has development potential. Motivated Seller! $470,000 THIS IS ONLY A SMALL PORTION OF THE PROPERTIES WE OFFER FOR SALE. FOR COMPLETE LISTS, CALL OR COME BY OUR OFFICE IN WEST JEFFERSON. TO SEE MORE OF OUR LISTINGS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT www.c21 hcritagerealty.com ANTIQUES AND HOUSEHOLD ITEMS Oil Lamps, Antique frames & Pictures, Misc glassware, Clocks, Quilts, Pegged primitive hanging cupboard, Oak center table, (6) Arrow back Windsor chairs, Maple dining table, Old Grandfather clock, Cedar Wardrobe, Antique cedar blanket chest; Oak chest on chest. Oak bed-pegged, Bowls, several appliances Other items too numerous to mention. GUNS: 22 Browning rifle, 22 rifle (bolt action), 32 Smith & Wesson 38 Smith & Wesson. RACING MEMORABILIA Bill Elliott posters...Pictures...Collectible Cars...Cards Directions: From Hwy 89 West, take Hwy 18 N. 3.2 mi to Glade Valley Rd. (SR1444) left 3 mi. to Barrett Rd., right and follow 2 mi. to Wagoner Ridge Rd., left to sale site on left Signs Posted. Terms: 10% deposit day of sale on real estate, balance due on delivery of deed. Cash or approved check on day of sale on personal property. 10% buyer's premium. For additional information or terms call or visit website. Sold "AS IS" Sale conducted for the Heirs of the late Eva Sue Wagoner ROGERS REALTY & AUCTION CO.. INC. www.rogersrealty.com Bracky Rogers & Dustin Rogers, Sales Managers (336) 789-2926 NCAL #685 �PAGE 4B FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Shoes are something that we use every day and perhaps never really think much about. They are quite possibly one of history's oldest inventions. Shoes are primarily used to protect the soles of your feet from the ground and other natural elements, such as cold weather or snow. In warmer climates, shoes are used to keep the soles of your feet from burning. Perhaps the oldest type of shoe still worn today is the leather sandal. Sandals have been worn in the Middle East for SCRAMBLE Unscramble the letters below to find the missing word that describes thousands- perhaps millions, of years. Arabs and other nomadic people wear them to keep the sand from continuously being in their shoes. The Dutch have worn wooden shoes for centuries. the corresponding shoes. The lands of Holland are wet and swampy, thus making a wooden shoe a good thing to have there. On Christmas Eve, Dutch children place wooden shoes out for St. Nick to fill up. In China, it is considered bad manners to wear your shoes inside a home. In Ancient China, when a person died they were buried in special "Longevity Shoes." These shoes had traditional Chinese symbols on them pertaining to a person's afterlife. Another Chinese tradition involves foot binding. Small feet are considered beautiful in Chinese culture; thus, a special type of shoe was created to bind a woman's feet to keep them from growing. Foot binding is no longer practiced. The high heeled shoe became widespread in the 1500's to keep people's feet from slipping out of the stirrups of a J I horse's saddle. It was so popular that it became a fashionable trend among the wealthy, quickly making them a status symbol. Today high heels are generally only worn by women in Western FGLO Did you know that before the industrial age shoes were made entirely by hand? Shoemakers were called cordwainers or cobblers. The shoe, usually made from leather, was built around an iron or wooden shoe^shaped block called a last. There are few true cobblers still working today. 2. OTOBS cultures. If H! COBBLER'S CROSSWORD 2 M 0^ 1 •••• • 1 Solve the nuzzle using the clues provided. Find the words hidden in the puzzle below. 0 J S HP UM P S E P C R V V UC T K J G F P N V F K E GGSQ F S D I Y X CN A END I I LNZHLMGNWPN L K L L R T B L TUOREHTAELLVM A GR J GB Z KMDNRTUTAAL L Z PR G Z 0B L T E J V G D S T K K E D I J D N Q 0 E S V QWWA E F D E C X E U YXARWFAXXDNEO V K R V T S T A J J A Y U C I OCSR T P I S O A A E U I Q N V A G L I RMPL S Z T D F T R ESKQMQENOQCAE D N D Y L X G OTUFBQGH I GHHE E L S T V U0 X L V V U K T T D L S L T E L L A B W D L C N B P N E D O O W A S S QWC H H Z MVY JWBDULSPOL F P I L F T Z BHGQSUSAFKUJ B B Y X L T A T ZMROYBGHCNTCQDX R L X 0 Y FSRBAMQAVKQPKNT 0MC T X KLVQYM L DR L UWSVAMHWAU EXSVDBYUTDKHGP J REMU J DOWN: 1. Used to put /our shoes on. 3. Shoemaker s called what? 6. Worn under your shoes. 7. Used to shine shoes. ACROSS: 2. Soles of shoes leave what? 4. Shoes are sold in this. 5. Cobblers use this to 6. IMSCAOCSN •7. SSSOOEWMH 'WOODEN SHOE WORD SEARCH OLD an old shoe box to create a shadowbox. ^fo08SHOEBOX PROJECT oticks Reuse Gather construction paper, felt, glue, scissors, & together to markers. On the inside of the box, use secure shoes, HIDDEN WORDS: felt to cover the walls. For 9. Ties Ballet Flip Flops Longevity Saddles example, use green felt for together to Black Patent Galoshes Mules Sneakers grass & blue for the sky. Cut secure shoes, Bowling High Heels Oxfords Steel-Toed out white clouds & glue on. 10. Outerwear Clogs Horse Platform Tap Draw people or items on the for the feet, Leather Pumps Wooden r Hx n AS paper, cut out, leaving a n n H 3 n r*d«O M n iasi a vv«®AaO A ix) a( Dancing VMHW s nonoiNKiO* NV au »i tab on the bottom. A o n u t a o D i i OK«Z 1111 n U ft 8 D O H 9 Q BMP A AW Fold the tab & glue z Km rtT Solve the math equations below. Check your answers. "S'N)H O N 0 1 Z M n n A A1 * J Miff" to bottom of the >n A OOBdnio !>• 1; O H O * 9 3 1) 3) »ANom box. You have a n avr r* 674 34 65 99 XXVJMRVXA OAsjooNar shoebox scene! + 1 + 19 -?- 11 anaozeud -27 SHOEMAKER'S MATH PRACTICE |2) •••oaaaD • • • • • ••••••& • I •EiO&EJD • • B B B I t i* z a o r a 0 v iiaian* I I 0 N3 V NO * 3A N d3 O r U 9 A A l A » 5 d 3 S.d H'ft'jlH S f 0 SJ8JB01 Auu0d (9 S0OL|SMOUS(Z SU(SBOOO|/\| (9 sj0ddi|s (S 5) ( z jlooU 8) 7> 6) 6 +3 siepues (t? sje0|o(e sioog • • • B ••••• B 4) 900 x 0 25 x 5 68646 -7646 :suv 0|qiuBJos PJQM 000' 1-9(9 SZl(l 0(9 2(S 6(t? 929(9 89(2 9S( L-SUV « A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO ALL OUR SPONSORS! Mlw i W<? Build Your Home iCi The Way You Want It www.classichonieshc.com Intersection of US 221 & NC 163 -1620 NC 163-E West Jeflctson. N'C • 336-24ft-3NJO «*,rfe/*\ 200 Hospital Ave. Jefferson, NC 336-246-7101 xvivio.ashememorial.org REGENCY PROPERTIES Residential, Land & Commercial Sales P0 Box 609 • 204 E. 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Your Full Service Oil Company Ronnie COUNTRY STORE Hwy. 194 North 336-384-3477 Wilkesboro, NC 28659 246-7131 Jim Craine 14 By the Post Office in West Jefferson 336-385-6900 A 24-HOUR BURNER SERVICE CITGO DEERFIELD IIKAI.TUIIAHI: RENTER — Ethan says, "Come go for a ride!" 336-384-1522 HELTON CREEK Sears Boone Kubota, Inc •isaaa (ttKTji Your Local Link to Home Care SPECIALH CAR CO. INC. Kuboho, acIA,* M\ou^taiiA. P R O P E R T I E S " 19 South Third St. H&W Oil Company Hwy 16 & 163 Intersection Glcndale Springs, N.C. • 336-982-3060 .t Vannoy & Sons Construction Co. PARKER TIE COMPANY •/ 108 S. Jefferson Ave.* West Jefferson. NC 336-246-5222 v>W\\Ps Sanitation Serv/r^ William & Amy Phillip: Phillips lit Finally litre A hmttt Trash Serr\ far Aikt County! 'C© Wt are now accepting new accounts Rrtltlcnllnl, l.iithl ("umnirrrUI nntl Small Biulnctt AccrpUd ('nnucl u« at: a2K-.V)4-4V44 or DM-292-3211 Toll Fire- 8*77.217-9M66 • 8mn - 6pm Loan Office • home • business • auto • personal • construction West Jefferson, NC • 336.846.1044 HUto Ashe County Builders Supply "Complete Line of Building Supplies" 127 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson 336-246-3367 ttWJ �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2007 PAGE 5B LIGHTERSIDE AHOY,VWIMPY/ HOW YA POIN I MATEY 7 ACROSS 45 Poetic monogram 47 Smell 49 Jean of "Upstairs, Downstairs" 51 Ruhr Valley city 52 "What's — forme?" 53 Place 54 Queue tip? 56 Takes in 58 Portly 61 Namely 63 City on the Mile 1 In addition 5 Throw out 10 Spoil 13 Deadly 18 Soprano Mitchell 20 Country home 21 — trip 22 Actress Eleniak 23 Start of a remark by Kirk Kirkpatrick 25 Of interest to Byrd 27 The Woman —" (*84 film) 28 Football's Luckman 29 Beg 30 Can't stand 31 Like sale merchan­ dise 33 Bath, e.g. 35 Sunflower support 37 Aye opponent 38 — year 41 Close 44 Baseball's Mel 46 Marge in the fridge 48 Every last bit 49 Singer McKee 50 Part 2 of remark 55 Taco 64 Annealing oven 66 Irish county 68 Hua's predecessor 69 Monitor message 73 Mormon leader 74 Infinitive splitter, often 75 Desert refuge 76 Downtown miasma 77 Dance maneuver 78 Boot — 79 Poet Lazarus 83 Dowry downside? 84 French river 86 Salutes the moon? 87 Components 89 — Minor 91 Colt color DOWN 1 Urban transport 2 Utah city 3 Any time now 94 Fireworks reaction 95 "Alceste" composer 96 Curly coif 99 Chan portrayer 100 She'll flip for you 102 Day— 103 Tenor Beniamino 108 Little pet 109 Change for the better 110 Oraniestad's In palp 111 Ultimate 113 Drawing room 115 Pulse place 117 "Friends" role 119 Ending for leather 121 Thicken 123 Nobelist Stern 124 "Dark Lady" singer 126 Sheep shed 127 Interrogates 129 Oxford omega 130 Craven or Unseld 131 "— Paula" ('63 song) 132 Tended a tot ' KNOCKED OVER' MY COFFEE AND SCALDED NWSELF ^ I WAS ^VOVITH > AWAKE ALL A SINUS NIGHT... .HEADACHE .. MV KNEE AND MV HEADARE STILL THROBBING/ TRIPPED 1 ON A CURB AND BRUISED 4 MV KNEE." THE LARGEST or ALL SHARKS. THE WHALE SHARK IS PERFECTLY HARMLESS. FT CAN BE FOUND IN M06T (MM TROPICAL WATERS-. W3SS5 THE BIGGEST FI6H IN THE WORLD. THE WHALE SHARK CAN GROW TO 60 OR MORE FEET IN LENGTH AND WEIGH UP •II. *1 mm. TO IS TONS I rn H , , THIS BIG CREATURE FEEDS ON PLANKTON AND SMALL SCHOOLING FISHES SUCH AS SARDINES AND ANCHOVIES {I GOTTA LEARN TO STOP AT "A ROY,WIMPY." BUT ft 19 SELDOM 9EEN. EXCEPT PERHAP9 WHEN 9ASKIN6 AT THE SURFACE BECAUSE OF RRE size IT IS USUALLY ACCOMPANIED BY A HOST OF 6MALL R I 'HANGERS-ON" I THE GAPE OF THE ANIMAL'S MOUTH, WHICH MAY BE S FEET, 16 SO LARGE THAT TWO MEN COULD CROUCH INSIDE N—— AND RE MORAS FIND FOOD AND PROTECTION IN COMPANIONSHIP WITH THE SLOWMOVING GIANT PILOT FISH DART IN AND OUT OF ITS GAPING JAW. SNATCHING 6MALL CRUSTACEANS FROM ITS GILL STRAINERS. »• HOCUS-FOCUS i r JLL BY HENRY BOLT IN OFF (fTVUL, W In November, die only while eherta in captivity In die f United Sums can be Ken a dm new Georfie Aquemnn Weekly SUDOKU by Linda Thistle Find at least six differences in details between panels. Place a number in the empty boxes in such a way that each row across, each column down and each small 9-box square contains all of the numbers from one to nine. DIFFICULTY THIS WEEK: • • Moderate * • Challenging * •• HOO BOY! •iuej9}jip Sj esou s.ue^j -g J0||nj si eejj. g si /wopuiM uefluoi si eson £ 'Buissiiu S( pjeoq eouej z 'luejewp sj ieq s.Aog l :seoueje)i!Cl •6UISSIUJ Cindy Brook HUBERT - - e 2007 King Foatures Synd , Ino World dob's roearvad. By Dick Wingcrt Calling All Birders What's happening in your backyard? Do you have a question or a comment? Please write Cindy Brook at Birding Bits, c/o King Features Weekly Service, P.O. 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Call Tony Sullivan 336-957-6586 V For More information $ cost J 336-957-0052 PO Box 461 SNOSIHd S ll Elkin,NC 28621 www.apprhs.org * / �PAGE 6B FRIPAY/ SEPTEMBER 28, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy 40-Lost & Found CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm CLASSIFIED DEADUNES 140-Help Wanted 140-Help Wanted L.ost dog Beagle Terri er mix goes by the name 'Scooter" about 20lbs. Brown face white body with black spots. Lost in down town West Jefferson Dlease contact Tim Steele.Home 846 1899, Cell 704-9286131. Reward $200.00 Experienced full time Applicant should have excellent assessment skills, good time man­ agement, and the abili­ ty to work independent­ ly. Must be a team player and self-motivat­ ed. Reliable transpor­ tation required. Mail or fax your resume to: Lost Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. Charges Rates depend on size of ad and number'of runs. Please call Classified Dept. for information. Mail orders should be sent with payment to: , Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC ' 28694 (We accept personal check, Visa or Master Card) Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 e-mail: classified® jeffersonpost.com Web: www.jeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANKYOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER S NOTICE: All real estate advertising In this newspaper is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes It illegal to advertise any preterences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex. handicap, financial status or national origin includes children un> der the age ot t6 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate which Is in violation of the law. Our roaders are here by informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephono number tor the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. fn Jefferson wedding band and en gagement ring. Large stone with smaller stones on both sides. Willing to pay large reward. Please cal 843-729-2585. 100-General Services w PIANO SERVICE Call for free estimate Larry Carmichael 336-372-4247 STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem, NC Phone:336-768-1177 Res.:336-468-8802 Bill Shugart Sunset Financial . ,• , . „ Looking for a Loan We offer Personal, Business, Commercial Property, and Mort­ gage loans, Bad Credit, Bankrupt we can help. Affordable monthly payments, low interest rates and 48 hour ap­ proval time. No up front fees. Please call for more details we have courteous representa­ tives standing by... Call toll free 1 866 803 9785. 140-Help Wanted Cement truck driver. 40 plus hours a week, CDL required, experi­ ence preferred. Good salary. Call 828-2654884. Deerfield Ridge Assist­ ed Living is hiring CNAs. Also, hiring Resident Care Aides no experience neces­ sary- will train. Benefits available. Incentives. Great working condi­ tions. Apply in person 287 Bamboo Rd. Boone, NC. 828-264-0336 Dump Truck Driver Needed Experienced only. Call 828-773-6736 Early Intervention Specialist Ashe Services for Ag­ ing and Generations Developmental Day Center is seeking appli­ cants for the Early In­ tervention Specialist position. This position provides rehabilitation services to children ages birth to 3 with dis­ abilities or develop­ 40-Lost & Found mental delays. Serv­ ices are provided in a Found miniature dog variety of settings in­ Dossibly a dachshund cluding in the child's In Pond Mountain home, at child care area. 336-385-9224. programs, or in other Found on HWY 163 community settings. near Hartzog Ford Rd. The work base will in­ Brittany Spaniel male. clude Ashe and Alle­ ghany counties (about 336-877-9123. 75%/25% respectively). Hours will be based on Have you found an caseload. animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in Required Qualifica­ the Jefferson Post for tions: Minimum of a FREE. Ad will run Bachelor's degree in Bfor 2 weeks. K education, psycholo­ gy, child development, Call 846-7164 social work, etc. and a minimum or 2 years of classroom, parenting education, or social work experience; Must have or be able to at­ tain and Infant-Toddler Family Specialist Cer­ tification. Our Classifieds reach everyone in the county? Let our Classified Ads go to work for you! I Callusat336-846-7164.1 Programs offers a com­ petitive salary and ben­ efits package. For a complete job descrip­ tion and application, contact Patricia Callo­ way at 336-246-2655. electrical project man­ ager/estimator for com­ mercial and industrial projects in NW NC & SW VA to assist in management of all as­ pects of electrical proj­ ects. Must be self-moti­ vated, organized, re­ sults oriented and have proven work ethic and leadership skills. Bene­ fits include competitive salary, profit sharing, I.R.A., health insur­ ance, vacation and hol­ iday pay. Mail resume to: PO Box 486 Glade Valley, NC 28627. Farm Manager Position Carole Maulden High Country Health Care System 400 Shadowline Drive, Suite 100-B Boone, NC 28607 Fax: (828)264-9154 State-licensed, JCAHO and Medicare/Medicaid certified: EEO and ADA Full time position for hands-on, motivated, organized, results ori­ ented, team player with employer. proven work ethic and leadership skills. Horti­ Sales Marketing/ culture, forestry or agri­ Administrative culture education or Functions farming experience a plus. Will assist in man­ agement of all aspects Full time position with of large farming opera­ benefits tion. Benefits include health insurance and Make sales calls to paid vacation. Please customers, take orders mail resume to: PO and respond to cus­ Box 549, West Jeffer­ tomer needs and re­ quests. Maintain son, NC 28694. spreadsheets and re­ J. Y. MONK ports-must be proficient REAL ESTATE in Microsoft Word and SCHOOL Excel. Other duties as Get your license Fast. needed for business of­ Boone & Charlotte fice functions. Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. This position requires 1-800-849-0932 Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! PERSONNEL ASSIS­ TANT IV (160-04- 0703) Open until filled. FT with New River Be­ havioral Health Care's Human Resources, work base Boone. Duties:insurance panel application, provider numbers, national pro­ vider numbers includ­ ing monitoring & main­ tenance, extensive work with insurance companies including current requirements for panel enrollment & all documentation and other HR duties as as­ signed. Some travel will be required be­ tween 7 counties served. Prefer person with advanced comput­ er skills for insurance web sites and experi­ ence with Word, Excel, & Access. Minimum requirements: High school diploma and 2 yrs assistant/secretarial experience, preferably one year experience in a personnel/insurance office or equivalent ed­ ucation and experi­ ence. Must be skilled in computer technology, communications, and data entry. Typical hir­ ing range $24,744$28,224. Submit state application to: Watau­ ga Employment Securi­ ty Commission , 207 Winkler's Creek Road, Boone NC 28607. Open until filled. Crimi­ nal records check and pre-employment drug testing is required. EOA/AAE. Rainbow Center is seeking Bridging Fos­ ter Parents to provide temp/long term care for children that need you to open your home to them for love, support, and direction in their lives. Classes will start soon to help with con­ cerns/questions or de­ ciding if foster care is right for you. Call Fos­ ter Care Director Dori Gold at 336-667-3333. REGISTERED NURSE ASHE HOME HEALTH and ASHE HOSPICE High Country Health Care System has two openings in Ashe County. One for a full time Home Health Nurse and one for a PRN Hospice Nurse. Applicants must have a current NC RN License and a minimum of one year of nursing experi­ ence. excellent telephoned communication and or­ ganizational skills with the ability to mulit-task while providing excel­ lent customer service. Ability to work well with others in a fast paced office and be self moti­ vated. An Associates degree of 2 years experience required. Mail resume to: PO Box 549, West Jeffer­ son, NC 28694. 230-Farm & Garden Equip. & Supplies Tractor for sale $800. Call 336-982-2831. 235-Christmas Trees Field of Fraser Fir Christmas Trees, Approximately 2,850, never cut out of, 7-10 ft, mostly 8-9 ft, will cut and bale. Call 336-384-2177 Fraser Fir Christmas Trees available in all sizes. Call for Pricing 336-877-7167 Fraser Fir Christmas Trees for sale, 6' to 10' 336-384-1436. Fraser Fir Christmas Trees for sale. Number 1 and better. 100 9' to 10', 600 8' to 9', 600 7' to 8'. 336-877-5158 or 336-977-6705. WANTED: Entire fields, large or small, Fraser Fir Christmas Trees. Willing to assume all maintenance. Call 276-579-7733. 260-Garage/Yard Sales Moving/Garage Sale Saturday Oct. 6th 8 a.m.- 3 p.m. Items include furniture, household items, tools, books, records. At the top of Candle Light Park 133 Iron Road West Jefferson. Shop The Classifieds. 260-Garage/Yard Sales 2007 Annual Charles Fleanor Memorial Flea Market Benefit for Hospice Bring items to donate Oct. 2nd - Oct. 17th New Location: High Country Green­ houses at 1990 US HWY 88 W. Flea market will be held: Oct. 19th & 20th. For more information call 336-246-4030. Garage Sale Saturday, Sept. 29th 7 a.m.- until Mens, ladies, and chil­ dren clothing, baby toys, children toys, shoes, candles, household items, books, pocketbooks, and Christmas items. 527 Oakwood Rd West Jefferson (road beside Boone Family Funeral Home) Huge Yard Sale Friday 28- Saturday 29 7:30 - until Some antiques, lots of glassware, lawn mow­ ers, adult clothing, pic­ tures, photographic lights, celing fans, Christmas decorations, large rug and much more! Don't miss this one! 421 Northwest Drive Jefferson, across from Gates Rubber Co. Yard Estate Sale Saturday September 29th from 8 a.m. - until Furniture, machinery, tools, many house hold items. Come check out the great deals! 244 Big Flatts Church Road, Fleetwood. Yard Sale Sat. September 29th 7 a.m. - until Recliner, weight bench with weights, jewelry, Yamaha base guitar, amp, and much more! ! Take 88 west to Warrensville. Then follow the signs to Helton Community. Yard Sale Sat. September 29th 7:30-until Clothes sizes large to extra large, used and new, wedding dress size 22. In front of A Cut Above, West Jefferson 300Miscellaneous BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. 310-Musical he J m: [•Kcfii aoa Grands - Consoles new & rebuilt - We lease, buy, move, tune, refinish & rebuild pianos Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 330-Pets Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information Free Australian / Chow mix puppies. Call 336846-3939, ask for Lor or Ed Robinson. FREE fo good tiomes: 6 kittens: 4 ong-haired black & white kittens, 1 shorthaired calico & 1 shortlaired orange & white kitten. If interested call 336-384-1982. GRUBB LpGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. Rodeo 160,000 miles, silver, 4 wheel drive, air, AM/FM.CD player. $2700.00. 336-977-0982. Advertise your yard sale In this space. 1 time $9.50 2 times -— $15.00 Let our Classified Ads Go To Copy and payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tuesday Edition Friday by 9 am Friday Edition Wednesday by 9 am Give us a Call at Two inch space for the above costs. WANTED: Triangle Vending Company has an immediate opening for a vending route delivery person. Please apply at the Dr. Pepper Distribution Center office, located on Hwy. 163, West Jefferson, between the hours of 8:00 am - 4:00 pm daily. MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF CLUB. Brand new 3BR, 3BA townhome with beautiful mountain views over looking the fairways at Mountain Aire Golf Club in West Jefferson. 3000 square feet with lots of storage for a perfect rental while building. Six month minimum lease at $1500 per month. 336-877-4107. pruce Hill Apts Appli­ cations are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC "One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments 'Handicapped accessible •Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1 -800-735-2962 West JeffersonAvailable immediately! Apartment in quiet neighborhood, 2 bed­ room/2 bath Located: 607 Mountain Avenue Apt. #3. Large, modern kitchen with dishwash­ er, oak cabinets, Effi­ cient Electric Heat! Storage room with Washer/Dryer hook­ ups. Rent $475/mo. One year lease, depos­ it/references required, no pets. Call 336-3844734. 460-Mobile Homes for Rent Large 2 BR mobile home on Hwy 163 1 mile from Leviton River Plant. Lease, first & last. No pets. Call after 6pm. 828-964-6830. 500-Mobile Homes for Sale AREYOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads section, 500-Mobile Homes for Sale Check Out the Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers I have 8 clearance models that must go. Save thousands, new credit programs, land home packages, modulars, double wides and single wides. Get your new home for Christ­ mas. Call Big George 336-981-4194 or 336902-6372. Please leave message. RED HOT HOME SALE!!! First Come First Sold. 8 New Homes Must Go. Dou­ ble Wides, Singles Wides, 2 Land Homes and Modular Homes. Call Freedom Homes Wilkesboro 336-9732335. 530-Lots & Acreage Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 1195-Legals Page 0337, Ashe County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby se­ cured by the said Deed of Trust and the under­ signed, Lisa S. Camp­ bell, having been sub­ stituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly re­ corded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina, and the hold­ er of the note evidenc­ ing said indebtedness having directed that the Deed of Trust be fore­ closed, the under­ signed Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and custom­ ary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on October 5, 2007 at 11:00AM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situ­ ated in Ashe County, North Carolina, to wit: BEGINNING on a 1/2 inch rebar set, said rebar being S. 57-44-11 535-Commercial E. 228.60 feet from a Property 1/2 inch rebar found at Commercial Building in a pine stump, a corner in the northern line of Lansing for R3nt, 1034 said Day property, sq fett. $300 thence with a new line, 561-750-2399 six courses, 1. thence N. 72-04-18 E. 183.01 1195-Legals feet to a 1/2 inch rebar NOTICE TO set, 2. thence S. 46-23CREDITORS 34 E. 80.22 feet to a 1/2 inch rebar set, 3. Having qualified as Ex­ thence S. 05-22-15 E. ecutrix of the Estate of 117.26 feet to a 1/2 Leola Bare, l^te of inch rebar set, 4. Ashe County, North thence N. 68-09-49 W. Carolina, this is to 115.83 feet to a 1/2 notify all persons inch rebar set, 5. having claims against thence N. 80-49-34 W. said estate to present 117.85 feet to a 1/2 them to the under­ inch rebar set, 6. signed at 2577 Idlewild thence N. 19-43-42 W. Road West Jefferson, 57.23 feet to the BE­ Carolina 28694 North GINNING, containing on or before the 14th 0.550 acres as cacluday of December, lated by coordinate ge­ 2007, or this Notice will ometry, from field date be pleaded in bar to gathered by The Tho­ their recovery. All per­ mas Herman Compa­ sons indebted to the ny, P.O. Box 519, Jef­ estate will please make ferson, NC 28640immediate payment to 0519, (336) 246-3352, the undersigned. PLS L-2633, dated De­ cember 21, 1001. Job This is the 12th day of # 99030301. September, 2007. Christy Winebarger Executor/Administrator for the Estate of Leola Bare 06 SP 90 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, ASHE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale con­ tained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by MARVIN W. DAY AND MELINDA C. DAY to JOHN J. OWENS, Trustee(s), which was dated June 27, 2005 and recorded on July 1, 2005 in Book 00331 at 15275-190 GPIN 298301113872 Save and except any releases, deeds of re­ lease or prior convey­ ances of record. Said property is com­ monly known as 2665 Phillips Gap Road, West Jefferson, NC 28694. A cash deposit (no per­ sonal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Sev­ en Hundred Fifty Dol­ lars ($750.00), which­ ever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statu- To Sell Your Old Appliances Appalachian Ski Mtn. Employ The Jefferson Post Classifieds 846-7164 is now taking applications from enthusiastic, Wilkes Community College Wilkes Community College Information Technology Assistant/lnstructor-Ashe Campus Automotive Systems Technology Instructor For more Information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu For more Information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu Management Dr. Pepper Bottling Company has an immediate opening for a route delivery person in the West Jefferson area. For rent remodled farm house. Available Octo­ ber 1st. Furnished ap­ pliances. 3 small bed­ rooms upstairs, 1 large bedroom down stairs, living room, dining room, kitchen. $550 a month. One month de­ posit required. No pets. 336-384-3913. 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap For Sale 1997 Isuzu YARD SALES 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent ortunites Available Must be 18 and able to work weekends Need to Apply in Person customer service oriented individuals for fulltime seasonal employment for the upcoming ski season beginning November 16th. Applications are being accepted for the following areas: Snowmaking Reservations Nursery Office Security Ski Shop Equipment Rentals Restaurant Ice Skating Lift Operations Gift Shop Terrain Park Ticket Cashiers Apply in person at the Main Office on the lower level of the lodge 9am-4pm, Monday-Friday The Ashe County Board of Commis­ sioners is seeking citizens to serve on a special "Blue Ribbon Panel" to work with the Commissioners and the Ashe County Planning Board for the purpose of studying Comprehensive Land Use Planning. This panel will provide input into the discussion of Comprehensive Land Use Planning. Applicants must be willing to attend meetings on a regular basis. Applications can be picked up at the Ashe County Administrative Offices in Suite 2500 of the County Courthouse or online at http: / /www.ashecountvgnv. com /Planning/index.htm. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY , SEPTEMBER 28, 2007 PAGE 7B Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals tory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immedi­ ately due and owing. Said property to be of­ fered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance "AS IS WHERE IS." There are no represen­ tations of warranty re­ lating to the title or any physical, environmen­ tal, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all pri­ or liens, unpaid taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encum­ brances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the under­ signed, the current owner(s) of the proper­ ty is/are Marvin W. Day. Lisa S. Campbell 1195-Legals Substitute Trustee PO Box 4006 Wilmington, NC 28406 910-392PHONE: 4971 FAX: 910-392-8051 File No.: 06-06116 07 SP 75 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, ASHE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale con­ tained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Humberto Barrios By His Attorney-in-Fact William M. Self and Beverly Barrios By Her Attorney-in-Fact Wil­ liam M. Self to MI­ CHAEL L. RIDDLE, Trustee(s), which was dated March 3, 2006 and recorded on March 10, 2006 in Book 00343 at Page 2100, Ashe County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been 1195-Legals made in the payment of the note thereby se­ cured by the said Deed of Trust and the under­ signed, Brock & Scott, PLLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina, and the holder of the note evi­ dencing said indebted­ ness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the un­ dersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and custom­ ary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on October 12, 2007 at 12:00PM, and will sell" to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situ­ ated in Ashe County, North Carolina, to wit: OF THE HIDDEN MOUNTAIN SUBDIVI­ SION AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 5. PA­ GES 29 AND 29A OF THE ASHE COUNTY REGISTRY TO WHICH REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE FOR A SPECIFIC DE­ SCRIPTION THERE­ OF. BEING ALL. OF LOT 23 1195-Legals Save and except any releases, deeds of re­ lease or prior convey­ ances of record. Said property is com­ monly known as 123 East Hidden Mountain Lane, Crumpler, NC 28617. A cash deposit (no per­ sonal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Sei/en Hundred Fifty Dol­ lars ($750.00), which­ ever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statu­ tory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immedi­ ately due and owing. 1195-Legals Said property to be of­ fered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance "AS IS WHERE IS." There are no represen­ tations of warranty re­ lating to the title or any physical, environmen­ tal, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all pri­ or liens, unpaid taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encum­ brances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the under­ signed, the current owner(s) of the proper­ ty is/are Humberto Bar­ rios and wife, Beverly Barrios. 1195-Legals ty or parties in posses­ sion by the clerk of su­ perior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any personwho occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or re­ newed on or after Oc­ tober 1, 2007, may, af­ ter receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days' written notice to the landlord. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement pro­ rated to the effective date of the termination. STATE of NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY of ASHE Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Jeremy B. Wilkins, NCSB No. 32346 5431 Oleander Drive Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 PHONE: (910) 3924988 FAX: (910) 392-8587 An Order for posses­ sion of the property may be issued pur­ suant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchas­ er and against the par- 1195-Legals 1195-Legals Having qualified as Ad­ ministrator, CTA, of the estate of Renate E. Hilbert, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all per­ sons having claims against said estate to present the same to the undersigned to Jimmy D. Reeves, c/o VANNOY & REEVES, PLLC, P.O. Drawer 67, West Jefferson, North Carolina 28694, on or before the 27th day of December, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to said estate are requested to make immediate pay­ ment to the under­ signed. NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Ex­ ecutor of the Estate of Juanita Davis Richard­ son, late of Ashe Coun­ ty, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against NOTICE TO NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Ad­ ministrator of the Es­ tate of Sidney Reeves McNeil, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all per­ sons having claims against said estate to present them to the un­ dersigned at 110 McNeil Road Lansing NC 28643 on or before the 28th day of Decem­ ber, 2007, or this No­ tice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate pay­ ment to the under­ signed. said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 516 D Mount Jefferson State Park Road, West Jefferson North Carolina 28694 on or before the 21st day of December, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This is the 21st day of September,2007. This is the 18th day of September 2007. Bernard Calhoun Administrator for the Estate of Sidney Reeves McNeil Larry Dwayne Richardson Executor for the Estate of Juanita Davis Richardson This 24th day of Sep­ tember, 2007. Jimmy D. Reeves File No.: 07-05097 LAWS CARE Northwest H&J ^ Lawn Care, Inc. I Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and part time residents of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. CALHOUN CLEARING & GRADING Foundations Drainage/Erosion Control Land Clearing • Road Construction • Water Gardens & Landscaping 1Lawn Services i I FREE ESTIMATES 336-982-4651 V 336-385-8563 Thomas Reed - Owner 336-246-3434 445 Wade Vannoy Dr. • West Jefferson, NC/ ASHE COUNTY ROOFIN6 FREE ESTIMATES Serving Ashe & Alleghany Counties Senior Citizens Discounts Serving IWilkes and 9464 Hwy 16 N • Grassy Creek, NC 28631 "Since 1989" Wesley Calhoun 977-9040 • 846-4688 • 977-4882 Lot Maintenance Minor Landscaping ire • Licensed in \or1li Carolina A VA Install roofing of all kinds Roof Fainting Insured A ALL Work t.iiaranleed Surrounding Counties North Wilkesboro FREE ESTIMATES 336-670-3554 Allen Miller ROOP'S ROOFING All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs FREE ESTIMATES! Owner: Charles Roop Lansing, NC 336-384-2063 OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE SR 1 TREE SERVICE Tree, Service Tree Topping, Trimming and Removal Free Estimates Fully Insured 35 Years Experience SALES & SERVICE Phone: 336-246-5634 Cell: 336-977-8701 zenith^J£-~ TV'S & HOME THEATRES CSR CONSTRUCTION ('ounty< J&K s °aeS>optor Construction Wat Tyt • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work Decks • Remodeling • Pressure Washing • Replacement Windows • Painting • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property • Basement Remodeling INSURED • FREE ESTIMATES All types of repairs and maintenance for Specializing in: Shop located at: 245 Von Turner Rd. • West Jefferson, NC Phone: 336-877-7511 17 years experience Custom house plans Remodeling plans Material estimates Scaled models ij i nnn Experienced in the Jacob Irwin Phone: 336-657-0207 Email: jacob_irwin@yahoo.corn. construction industry N Industrial • Commercial • Residential 55 Acorn Mill Road Sparta, N.C. 2.3675 t Maintenance Contracts by request. Herb Mckittrick Jell: 336-977-1451 isr EXCAVATING jVloMMtain Field (Excavating & flauling ZibctrLoal Sr & ^ No JOB TOO SMALL! ^ Contracting Co. 336-877-5010 Where Quality is a Tradition No Job Too Small or Too Large! AN. TYPES OF GRADING • Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds 1 Land Clearing • Road Building • Septic Systems • Basements • Footers Contact Robert Holman Office: 828-963-4069 Fax: 828-963-8610 Cell: 828-773-6736 v Driveways Gravel. Mulch, Dirt - p r ­ ill ' • HKh t| • - mm ;>•; ph: 1-336-620-1241 ph2:1-336-982-6563 http://home.eartlink.net/~npo/ '\ Licensed & /wi red FreeEswutes *Rock Work •Patios 'Buildings •Ponds • Ditching Ast/RfB Michael Pennington 336-385-2346 Mobile: 336-977-1312 Owner Siding Interior Trim Decks Lot Clearing »Basement/Footers 1 lomesites • Spring Work N a t ha n'Os bo r ne All Work Guaranteed / Licensed, Bonded & Insured Woone Grading Co., Inc. 982-3335 your home or business. All calls returned. Ashe County's ONLY NC DOT Certified Pipe Welder James Ellis - Owner (paibc- JO Plus Years Experience Seasonal Opening & Closing 24 Hour Welding Service Portable Units for On site Wolding P.O. Box 276 • Warrensville, NC 28693 John Barker 336-384-3222 Kenny Spencer i,336-384-2761 • cell: 877-78291 Authorized Technicians On Board Repairs • Appliance Installation •EST •Wins Sanitation Serw~ William & Amy Phillips ' GRAPHIC DESIGN Meeting all your Graphic Design needs. No job too big or too small! 336-982-5145 hrQflycanoe@yahoo.com It's Finally Here! ,£.ggii\ A Private Trash Service TWH)' 5 1Mb We are now accepting new Garbage Service includes: Weekly or Biweekly Pickup Residential, Light Commercial and Small Business Accepted Contact us at: 828-394-4944,828-292-3211 or 336-977-0500 Toll Free: 877-217-9866 • 8am - 6pm �PAGE 8B FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals Legal Notice - Notice is hereby given that the Department of Environ­ ment and Natural Re­ sources, pursuant to authority vested in it by North Carolina General Statue 113A-87, pro­ poses to designate a new portion of the Ashe Trails Task Force section of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail as a portion of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail. Page 2141; and be­ cause of default in the payment of the indeb­ tedness secured there­ by and failure to carry out and perform the stipulations and agree­ ments contained there­ in and, pursuant to de­ mand of the owner and holder of the indebted­ ness secured by said Deed of Trust, the un­ der-signed Substitute Trustee will place for sale, at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at Ashe County Courthouse, in Jefferson, North Caroli­ na at 1:30 PM on Tues­ day, October 9, 2007, that parcel of land, in­ cluding improvements thereon, situated, lying and being in the City of West Jefferson, County of Ashe, State of North Caro-lina, and being more particularly de­ scribed as follows: This section of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail is located in Ashe County on National Park Service lands of the Blue Ridge Park­ way. The trail begins at Blue Ridge Parkway Mile Post 248.1 at the Junction of the Blue Ridge Parkway and US 18. It follows the Park­ way to Mile Post 261.2 at the junction of the Blue Ridge Parkway and NC 16, for trail dis­ tance of approximately BEING Lot No. 2 of the Fairway Hills Sub­ 15.5 trail miles. Agencies and organi­ zations responsible for operating and main­ taining the trail are the Blue Ridge Parkway and Ashe County Task Force of the Moun­ tains-to-Sea Trail. A map of the trail, along with this legalnotice posted in Ashe County courthouse for public information. Information Information on the trail may be obtained from: Friends of the Moun­ tains to Sea Trail Allen de Hart, FMST Project Director 3585 US 401 South Louisburg, NC 27549 919-496-4771 division as recorded In Plat Book 5, Page 173, Ashe County Registry, to which re­ corded plat reference is hereby made for a metes and bounds description of said lot. The above-described property is subject to those certain restric­ tions as recorded in Deed Book 205, Pa­ ges 90-93, Ashe County Registry, said document incorporat­ ed by reference as though fully set out herein. Grantor, by signing this deed, and Grant­ ee, by accepting this deed, agree for them­ selves, their heirs and assigns, that Grantee shall have a Persons interested right to obtain water may send written state­ from the well situated ments relevant to the on property of the proposed action to: Grantor as described in Deed Book 150, Darrell McBane, State Page 871, to supply water to the lands of Trail Coordinator NC Divisions of Parks the Grantee as de­ scribed herein, along and Recreation 12700 Bayleaf Church with the rights to lay Road Raleigh, NC pipelines to service 27614 the Grantee's lands, rights to lay electric Comments will be re­ lines to supply elec­ ceived through October tricity to the well, and 5,20°7. " , rights of ingress and egress to install, re­ 4806.0000561 pair, maintain, and 07-SP-87 improve pipelines, electric power lines, well, pump and other related equipment; that Grantee shall reasonably restore the condition of the surface of the lands PROPERTY of the Grantor after UNDER AND BY VIR­ disturbance by the and that TUE of the power and Grantee; authority contained in Grantee shall share that certain Deed of the expense of the Trust executed and de­ electricity and main­ livered by Sherrie R. tenance of the well, Hodges and Dayne pump, and associat­ Hodges, spouse, dated ed equipment, said December • 22, 2006 share based upon the of house­ and recorded in the Of­ number fice of the Register of holds using the water Deeds of Ashe County, from the well, all North Carolina, record­ rights herein to be ed on December 29, appurtenant and run 2006, in Book 358 at with the lands herein 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals described above. of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days' written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due un­ der the rental agree­ ment prorated to the ef­ fective date of the ter­ mination. NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY certain of their registra­ tion status or their pre­ cinct location should contact the County Board of Elections in Jefferson. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8 to 12 and 1 to 5. The phone number is 219- 2570. Address of property: 145 Fairway Hills Court, West Jefferson, NC 28694-000 Present Record Own­ ers: Dayne Hodg­ es and wife Sherrie R. Hodges The terms of the sale are that the real prop­ Dated: September 19, erty hereinbefore de­ 2007 scribed will be sold for cash to the highest bid­ der. The Substitute Trustee reserves the Kellam & Pettit, P.A. right to require a cash Substitute Trustee deposit or a certified Posted: check not to exceed Witness:. the greater of five per­ Assistant/Deputy Clerk cent (5%) of the of Superior Court amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty IN THE COURT Dollars ($750.00). In PLEAS OF WEST­ the event that the Own­ MORELAND COUN­ er and Holder is ex­ TY, PENNSYLVANIA empt from paying the CIVIL ACTION-LAW same, the successful (DIVORCE) bidder may also be re­ quired to pay revenue stamps on the Trust­ RAYMOND T. ee's Deed, any Land GARLAND, Transfer Tax, and the Plaintiff tax required by N.C.G.S. §7A-308 (a) vs. (1). The real property herei­ nabove described is being offered for sale "AS IS, WHERE IS" and will be sold subject to all superior liens, un­ paid taxes, and special assessments. Other conditions will be an­ nounced at the sale. The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids as by law required. If the Trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any rea­ son, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the re­ turn of the deposit. Reasons of such inabil­ ity to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankrupt­ cy petition prior to the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the Trust­ ee^). If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Trust­ ee^), in their sole dis­ cretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and re­ turn the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. KAREN A. (SHIPLEY) GARLAND, Defendant No. 1263 OF 2007-D DIVORCE NOTICE If you wish to defend , you must enter a writ­ ten appearance per­ sonally or by attorney and file your defenses or objectives in writing with the Court. You are warned that if you fail to do so the case may proceed without you and a judgment may be entered against you without further notice for the relief requested by the Plaintiff. You may lose money or property or other rights important to you. YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A LAW­ YER, GO TO OR TEL­ EPHONE THE OFFICE SER FORTH BELOW. THIS OFFICE CAN PROVIDE YOU WITH INFORMATION ABOUT HIRING A LAWYER. NOTICE OF KATHY LUNSFORD EXECU­ TOR OF THE ESTATE OF LESA RHENEA HICKS File No. 07-E-231 The undersigned, hav­ ing qualified as Execu­ tor to the Estate of Lesa Rhenea Hicks, de­ ceased. of Ashe Coun­ ty, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed on or before the 17th day of January, 2008, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to the said estate will please make immediate pay­ ment to the under­ signed. This is the 19th day of September, 2007. Kathy Lunsford 224 Hicks Hollow Road Elk Park, NC 28622 John.T. Kilby KILBY & HURLEY Attorney at law PO Box 24 West Jefferson, NC 28694 Registration facilities and polling places are accessible to the elder­ ly and handicapped. In the case of a voter not being able to enter the polling place, they may vote curbside during the hours that the polls are open. The Ashe County Board of Elections will meet on Monday No­ vember 5th at 5:00 P.M. at the office, Suite 2100 on the second floor of the Courthouse, in Jefferson. Canvass will be on Tuesday, No­ vember 13th, 2007 at 11:00 AM, in the office in Jefferson. If owty we cored os wucVt about ln0(v well ow eyes see. Dated this the 21st day of September 2007 Ralph G Bare, Chairman Ashe County Board of Elections NOTICE OF GENERAL ELECTION; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Municipal Elections will be held in Ashe County in the towns of Jefferson, Lansing and West Jef­ ferson on Tuesday, No­ vember 6th, 2007. The polls will be open at 6:30 A.M. and will close at 7:30 P.M. The . following offices will be submitted to the voters; Jefferson, May­ or & 2 Alderman each for a 4 yr term, Lans­ ing, Mayor, & 2 Alder­ man each for a 4 year term & 1 Alderman for a 2 yr unexpired term and West Jefferson, Mayor, & 2 Alderman each for a 4 yr term. The registration books will close on Friday, October 12th, 2007 at 5:00 PM. There will be NO form of Absentee Voting in the November 2007 Municipal Elec­ tions. >f n e w wrinkles. A n e y e d o c t o r c a n s p o t t h e e a r l y w a r n i n g s i g n is the number one complaint of office workers. Talk to youi eyeccjie professional about computer eye­ wear to help pro vol) t eye strain. Tint Vlalun Council of Afiiurica mmnuinui'lt. tabular vyn nkMiiir for you and your family lo •nwui liorilthy vUlon. 3f v i s i o n p r o b l e m s l i k e g l a u c o m a a n d m a c u l a r d e g e n e r a t i o n is well as other serious health conditions such as diabete a n d h y p e r t e n s i o n . E a r l y d e t e c t i o n is k e y . :or @c=l [ Persons who are IF YOU CANNOT AF­ Where the Real Property is Residential FORD TO HIRE A LAWYER, THIS OF­ FICE MAY BE ABLE Rental Units; TO PROVIDE YOU An order for posses­ WITH INFORMATION sion of the property ABOUT AGENCIES may be issued pur­ THAT MAY OFFER LEGAL SERVICES TO suant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchas­ ELIGIBLE PERSONS er and against the par­ AT A REDUCED FEE ty or parties in posses­ OR NO FEE. sion by the clerk of su­ LAWYER REFERRAL perior court of the SERVICE WEST­ county in which the MORELAND BAR property is sold. Any ASSOCIATION P.O. person who occupies BOX 565 GREENSthe property pursuant BURG, PA 15601 to a rental agreement (724) 834-8490 entered into or re­ he onset of eye disease may not b e as visible as the appearance Eye strain from computer use not Check Yearly See Clearly' www.checkyearly.com 1 m e n a n d w o m e n o v e r 40, it might b e wise o look into your e y e s . For m o r e information, visit aheckyearly.com. A public service message Check Yearly See Clearly. rom Vision Council of America a n d AARP. . 1 The power to make it better.' J M W J ''! www.checkyearly. • pflONAfi TO newed on or after Oc­ tober 1, 2007, may, af­ ter receiving the notice •CTMEft M Your boss's name, the name of your company and a short message will be published on the Jefferson Post's National Boss Day page on Ihesday, October 16th, 2007 (Deadline for ad information is Thursday, October ll,h at 5pm) $25 for Single Spot or $40 for Double Property: PUBLIC AUCTION Viewing Date: The West Wilkes Community Center Property, described in Deed Book 534, Page 348 of the Wilkes County Registry, containing 18 acres more or less located on Boone Trail Road (1304), Purlear, N.C. The property will be shown to any interested buyers on Saturday, Octo­ ber, 13,2007. Contact Rex Yates (336)973-4106, or Elbert (Junior) Walsh, (336) 973-7939, if interested in viewing the property. Contact Sandra at the Jefferson Post for further details Phone: 336-846-7164 • Fax: 336-846-7165 E-mail: classified@jeffersonpost.com Or you may fill out the coupon below and mail to: Classifieds!Attn. Sandra Osborne P.O. Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Boss' Name: Sales Date: Sales Location: Saturday, October 20, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. Purlear baptist Church, at the intersection of Old Hwy 60 (SR 1317) and Shingle Gap Rd. (SR 1340), Purlear, N.C. Message:. Sales Terms: This is a reserve sale; the Board of Directors of West Wilkes Community Center reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Highest Bidder will be required to make a cash deposit of 5% of highest bid. The bid will remain open for upset bids for a period of 10 days after the sale, and 10 days after any upset bid. Owners will convey title by Special Warranty Deed, subject to easements of public record. Additional terms of sale will be announced at the time of sale. I From: Sales Terms: Please contact John M. Logsdon, McElwee Firm, PLLC, 906 Main Street, North Wilkesboro, N.C. 28659; phone: (336)838-111 1: e-mail: jlogsdon@ I Company Name:_ |Company Phone:. |Billing Address:_ |0 Single $25°° Q Double $40® We accept Mastercard and Visa �FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 9B COMMUNITY NEWS Rotarv governor visits Post photo by Linda Burchette Rotary District Governor Graham Wilson visited the Jeffersons Rotary Club last week to speak on projects by Rotary International and to praise the local club for its efforts with the Armed Forces Tribute and other humanitarian efforts. He was welcomed to Jefferson by Ro­ tary Club President Billy Smith (right). U mque tOH13XO Memorial yard sale planned ® ^ We know it looks like two, but this is really just one—very large—tomato. Mrs. Robertine Francis of the Silas Creek community grew this unique tomato in her garden. DONATE YOUR "GEN­ TLY' USED AND PRICED ITEMS TO THE VERY SPE­ CIAL YARD YALE TO BE HELD ON SATURDAY, OCT. 6, FROM 8A.M. TO NOON IN THE EMPTY LOT ACROSS FROM THE JEFFERSON POST OFFICE AND NEXT TO SWEET AROMAS. THE SALE WILL BE HELD IN HONOR OF TERR1 WAGON­ ER, WHO LOST HER FIGHT AGAINST CANCER SEV­ ERAL YEARS AGO, BUT IS STILL IN OUR HEARTS AND MINDS AS A PERSON THAT CARED. Proceeds from the yard sale will go the Women-In-Touch Endowment Fund which was established in 1997 to sup­ port and assist cancer sur­ vivors in Ashe County. Since the first time that funding was available in 2001, and in the spirit of "honoring and assisting our own," 39 cancer survivors have received finan­ cial assistance for treatment, screenings, wigs, diagnostic tests and to assure follow-up. iiiiil §®<SD!W 336-f82-4t§7 Post photo by Linda Burchette These animals are available for adoption. Ashe County Arts Council celebrated its 30th anniversary this month with cake and music and a special open house at the arts center during the Gallery Crawl. Executive Director Jane Lonon welcomed the guests and with the help of her staff cut the cakes made special for the occasion. Music was provided by Gallery Crawl musicians and special guests Wayne Henderson and Helen White. Appalachian Foster Grandparents has openings....Are you tired of staying at home and would love to get out of the home? Join the Appalachian Foster Grandparent Program working in elementary schools, head start and day care centers. We enroll seniors who are 62 years of age or older. You must love to work with children or teens volunteering 20 hours or more each week. A monthly stipend of $238.50 non taxable pay and paid directly to you—this income does not affect government benefits such as Social Security, Veterans, or Disability Insurance. Benefits are: hourly stipend, meal and travel reimbursement, liability insurance, vacation and sick leave and paid holidays. You will be trained prior to beginning your volunteer work. Please contact: Appalachian Senior Programs sponsored by ASU: Call Sherry Wood at (336) 846-4898 or (866) 533-6777 (toll free). The fund has returned over $6,000 to help these friends and neighbors. All unsold items will be donated to "Threads of Hope" to support the work of ASHE (A Safe Home for Everyone). There are three ways you can "Recycle Hope": (1) Call to help, (2) Call to donate and (3) Come to buy. Help make this the 1st Annual Terri Wagoner "Recycling Hope" Event. For further information call Becky Absher at 9778991 cell or 846-2159. Wc arc Annie, Oakley, Daisy & Jesse. Our mom is black lab and we arc also setter or spaniel mix to make the most "desirable" com­ bination! Wc will soon be 7 wks old and know you want be able to resist us once you visit us. Please come soon before someone else scoops us up! Patches is a 14 wk old tuxedo kitty. She is very playful and Just look at me!! My name is Buffy full of energy. This little girl and I am a precious bufFwhite tab­ would make a lovable pal won't you be the one to give her a chance at a good life! by of apx. 4 mos. I am scheduled for my first shots - ugh! Except for that, my faster mom has been so good to me but she has to leave for FL soon and I need a permanent home. Saturday, October 6,20©7 Rugby, VA and Ashe County, NC b5,000 Christmas Trees, Land, Home, Barns, Horses Equipment, Vehicles, Antiques, Personal Property Sals #1:8:30am, Rugby, VA - 45,000 Christmas Trees to be auctioned in 7 blocks. Approx. 40,000 Frasier Furs and Adopt a New Best Friend!! 5,000 White Pines. Trees range from 3 to 9 feet in height. Estimated 6,000 - 7,000 of these trees will be ready for harvesting in 2007. The buyer will have until 2012 to remove these trees. NOTE: Auction Company will NOT auction this 145 acre farm where trees are giowing. However, owners of this farm wt9 jje presert to negotiate the sale of the farm with irterested buyers. Terms for trees: Sold due to confirmation of seller. 10% down day of sate with balance certified check by or before October 16,2007 Directions: From Mouth of Wilson, VA, intersection of Rt.58 &Rt. 16,GoRt. 16 south 4 miles, then turn right on Grassy Creek Rd.(Rt 725). go 4.2 miles to Rugby Rd.(Rt 743). Turnleft and go 0.4 miles to Quilten Ridge Rd.. (Rt 744), Turn left on Rt. 744 and go 0.6 mUes to tree farm Sale #2 - 11:00am Grassy Creek, NC Approx. 15.16 acres in 4tracts (Sold seperately and subject to blocking) Tract #1: Approx. 3.177 Acres. Tract #2: Approx. 4.055 Acres Tract #3: Approx. 3.269 Acres Tract #4: Approx. 4.656 Acres Buy from 3.1 to 15.16acres of prinereal estate in Ashe Couty,NC The property features a house, 3 bams, excelent bottom land with a creek and approx. 1500ft of road frontage on Hwy 16 i I niirtle Boatifc that is IVmnlc I.nli / Shepherd IVinalc I,ah mix that is arouiul 2 voars old around 1 monlhs old Directions: From Jefferson, NC, intersection of Rd. 221 and NC 86, Turn left on US-221.NC 16 and go 13.7mUes on NC 16 to property. — __—— TRUCKS: 1986 Chevrolet 1 Ton. duafly — l994Dodge3/4 Ton Diesel. 19% 1 Ton Dodge 4x4 Dually with NEWMicheHn months old tires, 360 Auto and 12ft bed. 1977 F250 a 4 I L mj mi i buyers will have from Sept 24 to Oct. 5,2007 to conduct a lead based paint test of the house, if so desired. mix I luil is around 5 K mutni im TERMS: 10% down day of sale with balance due upon delivery of deed within 30 days. Real estate sold Are to confirmationof seller. NOTE: Potential 11 """ " TRACTORS, TRAILERS, FARM EQUIPMENT: Ford 4000 Diesel Tractor, 165 Massey Ferguson Tractor (gas) with loader 50hp Case Diesel Tractor with loader and remotes; Mis Charnbler Tractor • Wide front end with cultivators and plow, 19771 Ton Ford 14ft fiberglass box bed with sleeper, New en x 8ft aluminum trailer with fold down sides: Horse trailer,2 GN Ftabed Trailers, (1) 16ft and (1) 20ft with 70001b axles, fold down ramps: 16ft Tagatong equipment trailer, 6 wheel Polaris Sportsman w/dump bed; Polaris 4 Wheeler 4x4:20ft stock trailer and (2) 6ft bush hogs HORSES and TACK -Approx 20 Horses, Paints. Palominos, some grade some Reg. Buggy and Horse Carts, and other personal property like antiques, and Much More! ' '?• I wiligld is n 5 .war old female I'll (bull female Kedtioiie mix (hal nronnd .'t years old lom.leM mix (hal is »ron>Hl :l v. »rs ol.l I»SII Ih.l 1* "r"1""1 111,01,1,18 "M ASHE ANIMAL CONTROL 982-4060 m L . » waui Announcements Made Day of Sale Take precedence over all printed material BURWELL Auction & Real Estate NCAL#7727 4% Westfield,NC 27053 KentC. Burwell NCAU6515 Kim L Burweil NCAU6371 JK gHgf 336-994-2871 ^• Sale conducted for Sam Henderson Richard Alderman 7338 Carroflton Pike - Gaiax. VA 24333 NCAl#4119 / VAAL #422 276-236-3335 �You are Invited to our Open House Where: Scott Brothers Heating & Air 1870 Liberty Grove Church Road Fleetwood, NC When: October 5, 2007 Between 10:00AM and 2:00PM To See, •Ashe County's Premiere Heating and Cooling Company •Fully Operational Showroom •ALL NEW World's Most Efficient Air Cleaner •ALL NEW World's Most Efficient Furnace •World's Most Reliable Heat Pump Wi Encourage Profa«s4ona4lsm Througb Tadhnfcclan CaiUflcation by NATE WE INSTALL A COMPLETE LINE OF TRANE HEATING AND COOLING PRODUCTS FOR YOUR HOME OR BUSINESS 100% FINANCING AVAILABLE Phone:336-877-1702 Fax: 336-877-2359 & E-mail: sbheatandair@skybest.com ��I'ace 2C FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2007 JEFFERSON POST YOUTH SOCCER 3 and 4 Year Olds AEV- Gray Ashe Cleaners- Purple Dalton Richardson, Paige Brooks, Preston Krips, Amythysr Roark, Madison Lewis, Charlee Araya, Ez Roark, Gracye Trivette, Skyler Hart, Coach Jody Richardson Jacob Miller, Sawyer Eller, Curtis Kilgore, Audrey Craven, Ada Jones, Mason Baldwin, Megan Adams, Emma Holman, Luke Poe, Coach Kevin Jones, Coach William Baldwin Ashe Co. Builders Supply- Gray Burgess & Son Body Shop- Gold Ethan Ashley, Eli Joyce, Olivia Ingledue, Savana Greer, Kennedy Houck, Chirstopher Miller, Conner Howell, Emma Lewis, Coach Greg Ashley Heritage Automotive- Light Blue Jarren Greer, Sophia Cox, Joseph Cary, Luke Gouge, Hunter Brown, Caelon McNeil, Coach Jennifer Cary, Coach Brian Cary Kaden Burgess, Jemee Ashley, Jayden Jones, Jordan Jones, Camden Current, Seth Pritchard, Eli Randolph, Eli Colvard, Aubreana Lovell, Coach Joey Burgess, Coach Steve Ashley Los Arcoiris- Burgundy Austin Poe, Jordan Ponds, Keegan Graham, Cade Blevins, Lukas Gentry, Blake Levi, Jake Reavis, Coach Craig Poe, Coach Jeremy Graham Good Luck to all Ashe County Teams life, - Ki-t S&fe .-C ' Downward Dog Yoga- Black MILLER INSURANCE Connor Waterman, Madison Hudler, Dredra Winebarger, Emma Goodman, Josh Reed, Jordan Carlton, Allison Greer, Sidney Greer, Coach Paula Carlton, Coach Dale Hudler Insurance Planners / Consultants Downtown West Jefferson See page 6C for more 3 and 4 Year Olds 336-246-7151 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2007 PAGE 3C YOUTH SOCCER 5 and 6 Year Olds AF Insurance Services, Inc.- Green Cory Treva, Cole Hudler, Harli Walton, Hallie Treva, Trenton Miller, Salem Brown, Tatuin Brown, Caleb Scott, Boen Powers, Avery Winterton, Kayla Bare, Lillian Amato, Abigail Amato, Coach Tony Brown, Coach Fred Hudler r Bare's Custom Cabinets- Red Haley Miller, Logan Osborne, Kelsey McVey, Kai Christofcrson, Alex Roland, Hunter Jones, Colby Baldwin, Melena Howell. Damion Arroyo, Trent Baker, Delsin Baker, Jacob Boggs, Bodie Dilliard, Coach Chris Miller -m Mi m • Cardinal Lanes- Teal Church's Construction- Black Isiah Miller, Chloe Parker, Savannah Anderson, Hannah Anderson, Kaleb Snider, Nicholas Chamberlain, Max-Eduardo Padreco-Percz, Hunter Cable. Lora Jones, Sierra Walton, Mattic Colvard, Drake Elliott, Noah Cop, Coach Kurt Snider, Coach Jeff Jones Tulsa Howell, Zeke Cline, Samantha Woods, Mason Shumate, Reid Johnson, Angel Tumemirc, Dylon Church, Colby Greer. Jordon Lewis, Brandon Taylor, Kaylan Bledsoe, Coach Chris Shumate. Coach James Cline Dr Pepper- Burgundy Emma Shepherd, Tyler Harmon, Zachary Stuart. Matthew Houck, Brandon Tedder, Meagan Price, Conner Walters, Kaitlyn Adams, Haley Adams, Coach Brianna Houck. Coach Melissa Harmon DL Shepherd Construction- Royal Blue Tucker Gouge. Jackson Little, Marley Eller, Cori Richardson. Kassey Thompson, Noah Vannoy, Ethan Duckworth, Devin Davis, Jessica Jones, Joran Hodges, Corbin Coldiron, Coach Martin Little, Coach Michael Vannoy See page 6C for more 5 and 6 Year Olds Good Luck to All Our Ashe County Teams! From the Gant* at YVarren.sville Drift; Warrensville Drug Store 5121 NC 88 West Warrensville, NC 336-384-3900 Reeves Photography- Light Blue Austin Marenco. Emma Calloway. Samuel Isolis, Danna Miller, Tanner Kilby, Zachary Weaver, Autin Miller, Bethany Bare, Dylan Hutchens, Nathan Howell, Thomas Arthur, Richard Osborne, Alicia Martinez, Coach Paul Marenco DIABETES SHOPPE" �7, 8, and 9 Year Olds tftfe M| S> Church's Construction- Black Sharna Poe, Avery Sheets, Laura Calhoun, Raw Zeller, Nicole Zeller, Savannah Brooks, Shay Hamm, Hannah Seatz, Chase Bennett, Brooklyn Johnson, Caroline Hamm, Audrey Harris, Lacie Church, Sierra Adams, Joe McCarty, John Duncan, Coach George Zeller, Coach Israel Church 'Mlfff ' I <l®| High Country Carpentry- Red Michael Anthony, Ethan Cox, Daniel Felkel, Claire Liszka, Emily MacDonald, Victor Melo, Tate Mil Connor Pippen, Kinsey Rotcn, Trevor Shatley, Andrew Shepherd, Ashley Surbcr, Grant Thompson| Emaleigh Treva, Adrian Winterton, Ariel Worrell, Tyler Liddle, Coach Kristin Warrell, Coach John Tr . KHS Hospitality Mints- Purple Little John's Trucking- Gold Alexis Wray, Daniel Cook, Landon Boggs, Mahala Land, Calvin Johnson, Omar Reyes, Mary Morgan, James Bittle, Ben Brooks, Nathan Sawyer, Alan Baker, Jason Lomboy, Andrew Hutchens, Ben Matheson, Noah McKiddy, Christopher Gentry, Coach Alex Wray, Coach Jason Boggs Magic Home Entertainment- Light Blue Noah Peterson, Ethan Lewis, Shawn McKiddy, Lucas Pruitt, Griffin Ingledue, Mason Calloway, Reagan Reynolds, Dakin Christoferson, Cory Carter, Caleb Key, Jacob Key, Blake Adolph, Ashton Mullins, Ryley Mullins, Ryder Howell, Caleb Blavatt, Derrick Barber, Brian Delphias, Coach Allen Pruitt, Coach Mitch Calloway, Coach Jeff Walters. Ezra McCorkle, Ellie McCorkle, Faith Padgett, Nathaniel Hoosier, Skyler Morrin, Andrew Tedder, Dylan Dittrich, Alston Hart, Jonas Morrow, Devin Craven, Rose Pennington, Drake Lewis, Madison Houck, Riley Richardson, Grant Shatley, Veronica Garcia, Ashley Bam Coach Brianna Houck, Coach Randy Barr, Coach Brandy Craven Sturgill's Tree Farm- Burgundy Casper Roark, Kaitlynn Janes, Dalton Johnson, Destiney Cummings, Audrey Anna Sanchez, James Cooper, Nate Owens, Cody Ham, Brianna Greene, Austin Elliott, Dylan Ritter, Katie Krip] Seth Young, Carrie Greene, Kirby Rucker, Marcus Ledezma, Courtney Sawyer, Makayla Blevin: Cheyenne Bower, Coach Tony Johnson Good Luck Soccer Teams! 1008 S. Jefferson West Jefferson, 336-246-68 Good luck to all Ashe County Soccer Teams? Deli • Produce • The Area's iMrgest Selection of Old Fashioned Candy UAP—Orange Gareth Berry, Solomon Lewis, Alexis Treadway, Isaiah Treadway, Philip Cochrane, Samuel Henson, Dylan Little, Terek Ashley, Franklin Joyce, Christopher Richardson, Wiley Dillard, Dylan Calhoun, Matthew Miller, Caty Young, Chaz Ryba, Joshua Bretshneider, Coach Scott Henson, Coaqh Brad Little, Coach Jason Joyce See page 6C for more 7, 8, and 9 Year Olds Landmark Grocery & Produce 2114 NC Hwy 88 West 336-846-4938 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY/ SEPTEMBER 28, 2007 PAGE 5C YOUTH SOCCER 10-14 Year Olds /•< . '• 1 AEV- Black Magic Home Entertainment- Orange Laura Hodgson, Joseph Richardson, Jeremy Macknee, Eben Macknee, Lindsey Hart, Landon Hart, Megan Miller, Rivers Morrow, Cole Jones, Bridgette Wilson, Jake Harman, Lucas Zeller, Jamie Weaver, Jenna McNeill, Laken Francis, Victoria Reed, Carter Calhoun, Allison Powers, Coach Keith Wilson, Bill Richardson, Coach James Reed Tyler Eller, Kelly Brooks, Even Sanford, Joshua Adolph, Nathaniel Castro, Jacob McKiddy, Wanda Lewis, Justin Roland, Jordan Avery, Maggie Witherspoon, Emily Long, Cierra Sawyer, Trent Pruitt, Krissy Simmons, Dylan Roberts, Aspen Greer, Coach Allen Pruitt, Coach Lisa Sawyer Red Devils- Red Mountain Meadow Properties- Purple Zach Thompson, Mitchell Rees-Jones, Joshua Rees-Jones, Kendrick Leeper, Amy Spanbauer, Sarah Spanbauer, Kebrind Keys, Valerie Keys, Ryne Simmons, Chance Lucas, Alex Church, Will Church, Thomas Pintino, Meghann Pintino, Miguel Ramos, Luis Ramos, Cesar Ruiz-Lara, T.J. Miller, Tyler Keagy, Coach Wayne Cable Irie Hall, Madison Little, Andrew Lopp, Jason Baker, Shawn Baker, Abby Lopp, Braxton Treadway, Troy Colvard, Evan Combs, A.J. Farmer, Frank Ledexma, Chance Hutchins, Marrisa Sheets, Dietrich Reeves, Coach David Lopp Antiques on Main- Gray Second Hand News- Lime Green Brayam Reyes, Joni Reyes, Perla Rayes, Cody Richardson, Kyle Ham, Luke Eggers, Kayana Wray, Seth Miller, Honor Rognstad, Luke Miller, Cody Cook, Abigail Clampett, Gavin Woodie, Patrick Williams. Coach Alex Wray, Coach Denise Woodie Camden Ballard, Matt Carson, Brittany Church, MaKayla Church Elijah Dejongi Aspen Domske, Mackenzie Domske, Billy Dowell, Caroline Edwards, Mikk Kar Joshua McNeil, Alex Surber, Dalton Winebarger, Olivia Brettschneider, Jessie Roarke, Coach Cara Miller, Coach Paula Domske, Coach Michael Dejonge Photos of the following teams were unavailable at press time. We appologize for this, but if a photo becomes available, it will run in regular editions of the Jefferson Post in the sports section. Skyline/Skybest- Teal Emanuel Ledezma, Austin Bennett, Belen Ledezma, Caleb Hart, Lucas Miller, William Miller, Alex Ritter, Matt Ritter, Matthew Ball, Matthew Caudill, Cole Price, John Ball, Scelty Lewis, Tanner Rominger, Joe Calhoun, Jamison Cline, Alexis Parks, Jonathan Nichols, Coach Mike Miller, Coach Ed Doer, Coach James Cline State Farm- Light Blue Anthony Federico, Tucker Goodman, Jake Harrington, Michael Harrington, Dustin Krider, Mark Marquette, Austin Marquette, Jordan Spell, Paige Spell, Ronald Maxwell, Tyler Sheets, Emily Poteat, Sydney Powell, Corbin Winebarger, Coach Stuart Pippin, Coach Robbie Howell, Coach Frank Federico Sturgill Tree Farm- Gold Sj EVEJOHNSON TO WORLD Good Luck Aske Covuttt Soccer TCAWIS! Dalton Miller, Thomas Jones, Jordan Johnson, Travis Stanley, Lucas Hamm, Zach Gouge, Tanner Elliott, 1321 Mt. Jefferson Road • West Jefferson, NC Een Shepherd, Kaylan Lewis, Wesley Rolen, Zack Graybeal, Shane Blevins, Caleb Pritchard, 336-246-9899 Nicolas Woods, Cody Cooper, James Whaller, Coach Willie Johnson �PAGE 6C FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2007 JEFFERSON POST YOUTH SOCCER The origin and history of soccer Article from Wikipedia dardize the widely varying Games revolving around forms of football played at the the kicking of a ball have public schools of England. The been played in many coun­ Cambridge Rules, first drawn tries throughout history. up at Cambridge University According to FIFA, the "very in 1848, were particularly earliest form of the game influential in the develop­ for which there is scientific ment of Association football evidence was an exercise of and subsequent codes. The precisely this skilful tech­ Cambridge Rules were written nique dating back to the 2nd at Trinity College, Cambridge and 3rd centuries B.C. in in 1848, at a meeting China (the game of Cuju)." attended by representatives In addition, the Roman game from Eton, Harrow, Rugby, Harpasttim may be a distant Winchester and Shrewsbury ancestor of football. Various schools, but they were not forms of football were played universally adopted. During in medieval Europe, though the 1850s, many clubs uncon­ rules varied greatly by both nected to schools or universi­ ties were formed throughout period and location. The modern rules of foot­ the English-speaking world ball are based on the mid- to play various forms of foot­ 19th century efforts to stan­ ball. Some came up with their own distinct codes of rules, December, which eventually most notably the Sheffield produced the first compre­ Football Club, formed by for­ hensive set of rules. At the mer public school pupils in final meeting, the first FA 1857, which led to formation treasurer, the representative of a Sheffield FA in 1867. In from Blackheath, withdrew 1862, John Charles Thring his club from the FA over the of Uppingham School also removal of two draft rules devised an influential set of at the previous meeting, the rules. first which allowed for the These ongoing efforts con­ running with the ball in hand tributed to the formation of and the second, obstructing The Football Association (The such a run by hacking (kick­ FA) in 1863, which first met ing an opponent in the shins), on the morning of 26 October tripping and holding. Other 1863 at the Freemason's English rugby football clubs Tavern in Great Queen Street, followed this lead and did not London. The only school to join the FA, or subsequently be represented on this occa­ left the FA and instead in 1871 sion was Charterhouse. The formed the Rugby Football Freemason's Tavern was the Union. The eleven remaining setting for five more meet­ clubs, under the charge of ings between October and Ebenezer Cobb Morley, went 3 and 4 Year Olds Continued Siiliiiilsl Omni Farms- Teal I" Rebekah Blair, Ashley Dollar, Karson Fazenbkaer, Tristen Gimlin, Zada Little, Christian Ramos, Brooklin Kahili, Amalayah Shatley, Coach Martin Little, Coach Wiley Gimlin, Coach Audra Little 5 and 6 Year Olds Continued on to ratify the original thir­ teen laws of the game. These rules included handling of the ball by "marks" and the lack of a crossbar, rules which made it remarkably similar to Victorian rules football being developed at that time in Australia. The Sheffield FA played by its own rules until the 1870s with the FA absorbing some of its rules until there was little differ­ ence between the games. The laws of the game are currently determined by the International Football Association Board (IFAB). The Board was formed in 1886 after a meeting in Manchester of The Football Association, the Scottish Football Association, the Football Association of Wales, and the Irish Football Association. The world's old­ est football competition is the FA Cup, which was founded by C. W. Alcock and has been contested by English teams since 1872. The first official international football match took place in 1872 between Scotland and England in Glasgow, again at the instiga­ tion of C. W. Alcock. England is home to the world's first football league, which was founded in 1888 by Aston Villa director William McGregor. The original for­ mat contained 12 clubs from the Midlands and the North of England. The Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA), the inter­ national football body, was formed in Paris in 1904 and declared that they would adhere to Laws of the Game of the Football Association. The growing popularity of the international game led to the admittance of FIFA represen­ tatives to the International Football Association Board in 1913. The board currently consists of four representa­ tives from FIFA and one rep­ resentative from each of the four British associations. Today, football is played at a professional level all over the world. Millions of people regularly go to football stadia to follow their favorite teams, while billions more watch the game on television. A very large number of people also play football at an amateur level. According to a survey conducted by FIFA published in 2001, over 240 million peo­ ple from more than 200 coun­ tries regularly play football. Its simple rules and minimal equipment requirements have no doubt aided its spread and growth in popularity. In many parts of the world football evokes great passions and plays an important role in the life of individual fans, local communities, and even nations; it is therefore often claimed to be the most popu­ lar sport in the world. ESPN has spread the claim that the Cote d'lvoire national football team helped secure a truce to the nation's civil war in 2005. By contrast, football is widely considered to be the final prox­ imate cause in the Football War in June 1969 between El Salvador and Honduras. The sport also exacerbated tensions at the beginning of the Yugoslav wars of the 1990s, when a match between Dinamo Zagreb and Red Star R-J Belgrade devolved into riot­ ing in March 1990. Basic rules of the game There are seventeen laws in the official Laws of the Game. The same Laws are designed to apply to all levels of football, although certain modifications for groups such as juniors, seniors or women are permitted. The laws are often framed in broad terms, which allow flexibility in their application depending on the nature of the game. In addition to the seventeen laws, numerous IFAB deci­ sions and other directives contribute to the regula­ tion of football. The Laws of the Game are published by FIFA, but are maintained by the International Football Association Board, not FIFA itself. Players, equipment and officials Each team consists of a maximum of eleven players (excluding substitutes), one of whom must be the goal­ keeper. Competition rules may state a minimum num­ ber of players required to constitute a team; this is usually seven. Goalkeepers are the only players allowed to play the ball with their hands or arms, provided they do so within the penalty area in front of their own goal. Though there are a variety of positions in which the out­ field (non-goalkeeper) play­ ers are strategically placed by a coach, these positions are not defined or required by the Laws. The basic equipment or kit players are required to wear includes a shirt, shorts, socks, footwear and adequate shin guards. Players are for­ bidden to wear or use any­ thing that is dangerous to themselves or another player, such as jewelry or watches. The goalkeeper must wear clothing that is easily dis­ tinguishable from that worn by the other players and the match officials; A number of players may be replaced by substitutes during the course of the game. The maximum number of substitutions permitted in most competitive interna­ tional and domestic league games is three, though the permitted number may vary in other competitions or in friendly matches. Common reasons for a substitution include injury, tiredness, inef­ fectiveness, a tactical switch, or time wasting at the end of a finely poised game. In standard adult matches, a player who has been substi­ tuted may not take further part in a match. A game is officiated by a referee, who has "full author­ ity to enforce the Laws of the Game in connection with the match to which he has been appointed" (Law 5), and whose decisions are final. The referee is assisted by two assistant referees. In many high-level games there is also a fourth official who assists the referee and may replace another official should the need arise. All team photos in this section were courtesy of """tg Tom Reeves (Reeves Photography) and Sonya Tedder (www.sonyatedderphotography.com) Smart Gallery- Gold Chase Baldwin, Nikki Sloggin, Hayley Ritter, Devin Rupard, Zack Miller, Geli Macknee, Jacob Pruitt, Faith Hooper, Gabriel Powers, Abigail Royal, Keith Calhoun, Coach Gilly Macknee ^ _jF COOID LCCK Photos of the following teams were unavailable at press time. We apologize for this, but if a photo becomes available, it will run in regular editions of the Jefferson Post in the sports section. ASHECOUNTY 3 and 4 Year Olds sqccBSMAMS ! Ashe Chiropractic- Green Dalton Black, Katie Woods, Adam Walton, Ethan Pennington, Blake Hulin, Dillon Farmer, Coach Kevin Jones, Coach William Baldwin 5 and 6 Year Olds Pleasant Ridge Nursery- Orange ^ ,, .. ^ ^. . Holleman, Matthew Miller, Cora Nell Richardson, Logan Worley, Gabe Bare, Mason Kesterson BradV 7, 8, and 9 Year Olds Screenfreaks- Gray River Otters Guide Service- Green Mickenzie Day, Karoline Keith, Carson Keys, Laci Poe, Luck Osborne, Zoey Shell, Morgan Lissica, Oliva Randolph, Lauren Robinson, Rachel Weaver, Austin French, Coach Shawn Day, Coach Brandon Day Jarod Carlton, Kendall Wagoner, Natalie Harless, David King, Logan Osborne, Hannah Hook, Amber Miller, Tyler Reed, Tate Hudler, Jake Richardson, Ben Graybeal, Caroline Current, Savannah Cary, Jacob Fields, Jacob Walton, Eric Barsonas, Riley Edmondson, Coach Paula Carlton, Coach Fred Hudler 39 US Hwy 221 Bus. • West Jefferson, NC eated between the towns in the former Jon Marc store) Mon. - Sat. 8:30 AM 'til 5:30 PM (336) 246-9969 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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But Sheriff James Williams has held it in his hand, and says it smells just like strawberries. Crystal methamphetamine that looks like candy was found in the course of an ar­ rest outside Lansing in Sep­ tember. "The methamphet­ amine seized in this case is a pink ice-looking substance and smells like strawberries," said Sheriff James Williams. 'The Ashe County Sheriff's Office has received intel­ ligence information on this type of methamphetamine from the D.E.A. stating that it is being made to look like and smell like a strawberry candy, specifically to entice young teenagers." The drugs were found at the conclusion of a threemonth-long investigation by the Sheriff's Office and the SBI. On Sept. 18, a search warrant was executed at 1306 East Big Springs Road outside Lansing. Two subjects were arrested at that time: •Chester Shepard, 50, is charged with five counts of possession with intent to sell and deliver a controlled sub­ stance; possession with intent to sell a counterfeit controlled substance; sale and delivery of a counterfeit controlled substance; four counts of sale of methamphetamine; and five counts of maintaining a dwelling for the purposes of selling and keeping a con­ trolled substance. Bond was set at $150,000 and he re­ mains incarcerated at press time. •Kristen Faye Davis, 22, is charged with possession of methamphetamine; maintaing a dwelling for the pur­ poses of selling and keeping narcotics; and trafficking by possession of opium. Bond was set at $60,000 and she remains incarcerated at press time. "Multiple narcotics were seized," Williams said, "in­ cluding crystal methamphet­ amine and illegal prescrip­ tion medication." Photos courtesy of DEA Crystal methamphetamine usually appears clear, as seen in the photo at left. At right Is methamphetamine that has been made with a strawberry coloring/flavoring added. It is similar to the drugs seized In the county, which were not available for photographing, as they were being analyzed at the state crime lab. He continued, 'The investigation is still ongoing and has extended into Virginia, with multiple arrests being made by the Virginia authori­ ties. Between Ashe County and Grayson County, mul­ tiple ounces of this pink icetype methamphetamine have been seized in this case. Strawberry Quick On Jan. 27, 2007, law enforcement officers raided a gang member's home in Car­ son City, Nev. They turned up strawberry-colored the first methamphetamine to fall into hands of law enforcement. From that first case, the drug—nicknamed "Straw- berry Quick" or "Strawberry Quik" by dealers and usersspread eastward. The Jeffersow Post was unable to locate a reference to its appearance in North Carolina—or east of Missouri—prior to this ar­ rest. DEA spokesman Steve Robertson, commenting on the candy-like drug, said ear­ lier this year, "Drug traffick­ ers are trying to attract new customers, no matter what their age, by making the meth seem less dangerous." National law enforcement of­ ficials are concerned about ac­ cidental ingestion by a person mistaking the drug for candy. Quick action minimizes pesticide spill by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Iiaz-Mat responders were called to the scene of a pesti­ cide spill Tuesday afternoon on Fees Branch Road in Lan­ sing helping avert a potential disaster to the Helton Creek area. Lansing Volunteer Fire Department Safety Officer Richard Kirrstetter said eight members of the department, including himself, Chief Ever­ ett Adams and Incident Com­ mander Jackie Reedy and five other volunteer members, responded to a call from a Christmas tree farmer when a 250-gallon tank of pesticide fell off a trailer and spilled into Fees Branch. The fire department mem­ bers drained Fees Branch and blocked it with hay and straw bales to prevent the pesticide from traveling downstream into Helton Creek. The Warrensville Haz-Mat team was on standby but did not have to be called in. "Lansing did a great job and Incident Commander Massengill said observa­ vision of Water Quality with Jackie Reedy called in the tion of Fees Branch indicated results expected in a week right people," said Kirrstetter. 30 or so small fish were dead, or so, Massengill said. The "It turned out to be picture but there was no obvious in­ branch and creek have been perfect for a Haz-Mat situa­ dication of contamination to posted with warnings by the tion." Helton Creek about 1,000 feet Appalachian District Health According to Susan Mas- below the contamination site. Department until those re­ sengill, with North Carolina "They saw healthy fish there sults determine any levels of Division ofWater Quality pub­ so it's possible Helton Creek contaminate n. lic information, contaminated was} not affected," she said. The warning signs, placed dirt was removed from the 'They itesponded very quickly at all location * where people site and the branch pumped whicii jjhay have avoided se­ might enter the water or fish, dry in order to remove dirt vere effects downstream." state: "Warning. This creek is from the streambed. Hay was Water samples were taken subject to pesticide contami­ put down to absorb the pesti­ from Fees Branch and Helton nation. Keep all children, cide. Creek for testing by the Di­ pets, livestock, etc., out of County accepts bid for new jail Kitchen opens at Family Central by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Lots of good things are be­ ing cooked up in the county's new commercial kitchen. From tasty treats to new jobs, Creative Food Ventures at Family Central offers the op­ portunity for cooks through­ out the region to try out their recipes, expand home-based businesses and even start a new food related small busi­ ness. A grand opening was cele­ brated in September as orga­ nizers and sponsor^ gathered to showcase the new kitchen and introduce its potential to the community. "It was quite a journey getting this kitchen up -and running," said Carol Coulter, executive director of Fam­ ily Central whose idea for a commercial kitchen sparked the interest of many others whose hard work and support created an incubator for food based businesses. The main purpose of Cre­ ative Food Ventures, Coulter said, is job creation. Cooks with a dream of starting or expanding their own corn- Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com ed itorial@jeffersonpost.com this creek. Do not eat any fish from this creek. If you have any questions, please call the Division of Water Quality in Winston-Salem at 336-7715000. Appalachian District Health Department Ashe County 336-246-7959." The Division of Water Quality requested the signs be posted by the health de­ partment, said Environmen­ tal Health Supervisor Andy Blessing in Watauga County. "They did a real good See Spill, page 5A Post photo by Linda Burchette Participating In the September ribbon cutting to officially open Creative Food Ventures at Family Central are, from left: Carol Coulter, Julie Goodman, Chamber of Commerce Director Beth Dixon, New River Community Partners Director Ken McFadyen (standing in for Hollis Wild), Dr. Pat Mitchell, Garrett Wycoff with the NC Department of Commerce,Rhonda Church and Jacky Brown. mercial food based business can find that opportunity to do it themselves or have the kitchen staff produce their own special recipes. The staff also offers catering and bak­ ing businesses, and there are classes to educate and train entrepreneurs. Ashe County Government started the process of this $1.2 million investment involv­ ing renovation of the Family Central site and purchase of kitchen equipment by pro­ viding the old Ashe Central school buildings as a site for community services. And Dr. Pat Mitchell, director of eco­ nomic development for Ashe, has been instrumental in the planning of the commercial kitchen as well as obtaining funding for its implementa­ tion. Supporters of Creative Food Ventures includes: County of Ashe, $17,500; RAFI- Rural Advancement Foundation International, $60,000; Appalachian Re­ gional Commission, $198,635; NC Department of Commerce CDBG, $269,700; Golden Leaf Foundation, $92,000; NC Ru­ ral Center, $90,000; USDAFarmers Market Promotion Project, $45,235; Z. Smith Reynolds, $60,000; and Proj­ ect for Public Spaces and the Kellogg Foundation, $29,800. "This could not have hap­ pened without the support See Kitchen, page 5A Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,806 U.S. service people killed (as of 10/3) 28,093 U.S. service people wounded (as of 10/3) Ashe County took its next step on the road to a new law enforcement center Monday when Vannoy Construction Company of Jefferson was of­ ficially awarded the building contract. Ashe Commissioners ap­ proved the low bid of just un­ der $11.9 million, which was about $400,000 less than the next lowest bid from Hickory Construction Company who built the new jail in Watauga County. County Manager Dan Mc­ Millan said there will be a pre-construction briefing on Tuesday, Oct. 9, during which a timeline will be discussed and the project will proceed. He expects the project to take about two years. McMillan said the county is still waiting on official ap­ proval from the Local Gov­ ernment Commission to bor­ row $13.5 million to build the law enforcement center and replace general funds used for architectural and engi­ neering fees and preparation work on the property.There is also money available in coun­ ty savings for any unforeseen financial needs. "The county is in good shape to borrow the money, we just have to make sure everything is bank qualified," McMillan said. The LGC ap­ proves the county borrow­ ing up to $10 million in one year's time, so this project will involve borrowing over a two-year period. McMillan said breaking up the loan into two years will save the county about half a million dollars in interest payments. McMillan said the county is pleased to be able to award the building contract locally. Architects for the project are Hemphill, Randall & Associ­ ates of Charlotte and engi­ neering is being provided by McGill & Associates of Asheville. This is the first time the county has hired McGill & Associates, an agency of­ ten employed by the towns in Ashe County for various proj­ ects, and also providing engi­ neering work on the planned ball fields project at Family SeeJail, page 5A Burned body identified by Jim Thompson Editor Sheriff James Williams announced Thursday morn­ ing that the body of a man found in a burned trailer near Laurel Springs was that of Stephen Albert Field, 55. A call regarding a fire at the home was received at 12:50 a.m. on Sept. 30. Jefferson Fire Department, Ashe County Rescue Squad and the Sheriff's Office responded to the call. Authorities found 'the Two face prescription drug charges West Jefferson Police have arrested two women and charged them with attempting to obtain a controlled substance by forgery or fraud. According to Police Chief Robert Roten, a pre­ scription pad was reported missing from West Jefferson medical office Monday morning. The office contacted local pharmacies, warning them about the pad. Patricia Combs Day, 37, of Warrensville was arrested and charged after allegedly attempting to use a forged prescription to obtain OxyContin, a Schedule II controlled substance, at CVS. Tiffany remains of the then-unidenti­ fied man in the structure. The SBI Fire Investigation Team was called in," Williams said. "Nothing suspicious was found and the cause of death has been determined to be smoke inhalation." Price Dishman, 24, of West Jefferson was arrested and charged after allegedly attempting to use a forged prescription to obtain OxyContin at People's Drug. Both women are free on bond. Traffic stop leads to meth arrest A Todd area resident faces charges after being stopped by Deputy Aaron Reed earlier this week on Liberty Grove Church Road. Deborah Phillips Lewis, 31, was charged with possession of approxi­ mately 1.5 ounces of crystal methamphetamine and drug paraphrenalia. She was free on bond at press time. �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Keep your pets safe this Halloween Courtesy of Petfinder.com Special to the Post A pack of ghosts and gob­ lins at your door can scare your pets, but ghouls are not the only thing to beware of on Halloween. Kellyann Con­ way, director of animal train­ ing and behavior at Animal Planet's Petvideo.com Pet Video and a certified, awardwinning trainer, offers these tips to make sure everyone has a howlin' good time this Halloween. Keep your bowl of candy up and away from your pets' reach. Most people know that dogs and cats shouldn't have candy—especially chocolate, which is toxic, but even the candy wrappers can be haz­ ardous if swallowed. So re­ member, no matter how much your pet begs for a sweet, no sharing. If you think your pet has eaten something he shouldn't have, contact your veterinarian immediately. Before the trick-or-treaters begin, take your dog on a nice long walk. The exercise will help her relax later. Make sure she's on leash during her walk in case you encounter any early trick or treaters. Dogs can easily be "spooked" by costumes, especially those with little people in them. treaters coming and going. Manage your pets by limit­ ing their access to the door. Use a leash or a baby gate or put him in his crate or even in a separate room while the trick or treaters are out and about. Turn on some music to muffle the knocking and doorbell ringing and prepare a yummy chew or catnip toy to help keep him occupied so While most pets prefer to go au-naturel—some seem to enjoy dressing-up. If your pet will be in costume for Hallow­ een, make sure it's safe and comfortable. Always avoid masks or any other costume parts that might impair his or her vision, hearing or breath­ ing. Your pets can be eas­ ily overwhelmed by trick or LOUIES SPECIAL VALUE! now SreCIALVALUE! now $ 39 97 T was s88 Let's Build Something Together 36" White Fremont Storm Door was $4997 he knows what a good boy he is. Finally, keep your pet in­ side on Halloween. People have been known to tease, injure pets or steal pets and worse on Halloween. To find other Halloween and other animal care tips, visit the Petflnder.com library at http://learn.petflnder.com and www.petvideo.com. •May be Special Order 42" Ocracoke Dual-Mount Ceiling Fan in some stores #103088 •Matte white finish •Lifetime limited warranty 32" Fremont Storm Door #103087 $78 #20171 First, beware of unsafe holiday decorations. Wires and electrical cords are an in­ vitation to your teething pets or those who just like to chew on whatever is available. Use a cord container to prevent wires from being chewed, gnawed. Also, avoid dangling decorations that your pet may become tangled inentangle your pets. Carving a pumpkin is fun —but placing a candle inside of it may be hazardous to your pet. Candles are easily knocked over and can burn wagging tails, paws and nos­ es. So forget the candle and use a glow stick or battery-op­ erated tea light instead. Sept. sets record GRANDFATHER MOUN­ TAIN, NC - Above average temperatures at the official US Weather Service report­ ing station located next to Grandfather Mountain's Mile High Swinging Bridge made this September the warmest ever at Grandfather Moun­ tain. The average high tempera­ ture of 67.5 degrees was 4.83 degrees warmer than normal for September, and the aver­ age low temperature of 54.27 degrees was 3.77 degrees above normal for this time of year. The previous record for the highest average daily temperature was 67.30 de­ grees set September 2005. Two daily high tempera­ ture records were broken in September. A high tempera­ ture reading of 74 degrees was recorded on September 25 breaking the daily high temperature record of 71 de­ grees set in 1961 and 73 de­ grees recorded on September 26 broke the previous daily record of 71 set in 1958 and tied in 1993 and 1998. A daily high temperature record was tied September 27. A temperature of 70 de­ grees matched the original record set in 1986. The all time highest tem­ perature for the month of September at Grandfather Mountain is 78 degrees set September 1, 1993. Grandfather Mountain saw little drought relief dur­ ing the month of September. The rainfall total* of 3.57 inches for the past month was 2.67 inches, or 43 per­ cent, below the 51-year aver­ age rainfall total for Septem­ ber of 6.24 inches. Rain for the year-to-date totals 34.75 inches, which is 14.9 inches (or 30 percent) below the 51year norm for this time of year. The highest wind speed recorded was 55 mph on Sep­ tember 15. For more information on the 51 years of weather data from Grandfather Mountain, see the interactive weather database at www.grandfather.com. ON ALL FAUCETS,CEILING FANS, DISHWASHERS & IN-STOCK STORM DOORS In-stock & Special Order Guaranteed 72-hour installation on ALL in-stock dishwashers PEERIEXr SPECIAL VALUE! 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This pageant is open to all girls, ages birth to 25 years of age who reside in North Caro­ lina. There will be eight age division winners crowned as well as two overall winners. Every contestant receives a trophy! PAGE 3A FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2007 Get Great Motorcycle Coverage. Andy Patton 425 East 2nd St., West Jefferson 846-4196 pattona 1©nation wide.com We Support the NC State Highway Patrol Caisson Unit Deadline to enter is Oct. 20. For more information or for an application, call Lisa Osborne, director, at 336-9770909 or email Lisaoz@skybest.com. Nationwide' On Your Side Auto Home Life Buiineis Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company and Affiliated Companies lie Insurance issued by Nationwide life Insurance Company. Home Office: Columbus, OH 43215-2220. Nationwide, the Nationwide Framomark and On Your Side are federally registered service marks of Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company. WHEN EXPERIENCE MATTERS Dennis Houck, LLC Insurance Sales • Consulting • Training Auto • Home • Business Trusted Dennis Houck, CIC AAI 36 years experience ^ Jefferson Station West Jefferson, NC dhouckllc@earthlink.net 336-877*7218 Hines-Chatham Solartour DARE TO COMPARE! planned plan wedding Gregory Brian Chatham and Heather Lynn Hines THE ONLY DEALERSHIP IN THIS AREA WITH Dana and Judy Hines of Hays announce the en­ gagement of their daughter, Heather Lynn Hines, to Greg­ ory Brian Chatham. He is the son of Greg and Jackie Cha­ tham of West Jefferson. The bride-elect is a 2002 graduate of North Wilkes High School. Ms. Hines grad­ uated in 2006 with a BSBA in Accounting from Appalachian State University and in 2007 with a MS in Accounting from Appalachian State Universi­ ty. She is currently employed by Dixon Hughes, PLLC in Boone. The prospective groom is a 2000 graduate of Ashe Coun­ ty High School. Mr. Chatham graduated in 2004 with a BS in Naturalist Biology from Lees-McRae College. He is currently employed by Watau­ ga County Soil and Water. A November 17, 2007 wed­ ding is planned. The North Carolina Sus­ tainable Energy Association is hosting its annual Green Building & Solar Tour on Sat­ urday, Oct. 6 and Saturday, Oct. 13 in various communi­ ties throughout the state. This year's tour includes over 50 communities and 100 site locations including resi­ dential, commercial, state and local government, and industrial buildings. The 2007 State-wide North Carolina Green Build­ ing & Solar Tour will be hosted in Asheville, Boone, Chapel Hill, Charlotte, Dur­ ham, Greensboro, Greenville, Hendersonville, Hickory, High Point, Manteo, Raleigh, Southern Pines, Wilmington and Winston-Salem—which makes it the largest tour to date! For information on up­ coming tours, please visit the tours webpage at http://energync.org/events/ncsea/display/19-2007ncgreenbuildingandsolartour. In addition, all registra­ tion must be completed on­ line prior to the date of the tour. To register online, visit http://energync.org/events/ ncsea/display/19-2007ncgreenbuildingandsolartour, and then click on the indi­ vidual town name(s) that you are interested in touring. Tickets for the tours are free of charge in some communi­ ties, but are between $5 and $25 in other locations, de­ pending on the community. THIS START-OF-THE-ART ALIGNMENT MACHINE! 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The bride is a 2003 gradu­ ate of Wilkes Community College, where she received an Associates Degree in Busi­ ness Administration. She is currently employed at SkyLine Telephone Membership Corporation in West Jeffer­ son. The groom is currently employed at Adam's Con­ struction in West Jefferson. A fall wedding is planned for October 27, 2007. Does your bank offer same day deposit credit until 7:00 pm? Ride the .Wave AF Bank offers same day deposit credit at all of our locations. Until 7:00 pm at our Mt. Jefferson office We make banking easier! Bank (336) 246-4344 | www.afgrp .com FOIC �PAGE 4A FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2007 Editorial Keep up the good work Disappointed with play c&xv Tlie Internet he a dangerous place. rft T= P r ns s o l k o ae t h ud n w Nvhich web fltes their children t are # visiting /—-tr \ Sr Hello... National S c rt e u iy A e c ? g n y Which web sites aen r m c id e hl r n (> vstn i ii g Letters to the Editor Jackie and Lonnie Yates Richmond, Va. Too many traffic checks that the police have a job to do and that is perfectly fine, but Ashe is a big county and the traffic checks should not be in the same place every week, if you think about it if someone is evading the law while driving they will know there is repeated checks and they are not going to come this route anyway. JUST A THOUGHT!!! Stephanie Cheek West Jefferson Billboard suggestion To the Editor: I propose that all owners of billboards be required to install viewing platforms on top of their billboards, thus reopening the increasingly hidden beauty of Ashe County. Ed Perzel West Jefferson Humble of a proud literary tradition HM&VLlBS CBS fJiAacrd you v/itll Katie Couric, isn't tfiat pumshmcait enough for them ?... CBS <3 Jefferson Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, Sen. Elizabeth Dole 555 Dirksen Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 (202) 224-6342 Rep. Virginia Foxx 430 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 Sen. Richard Burr phone: 202-225-2071 free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@ jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2007 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Hospice charity run planned by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Runners of all ages from many different places will gather Saturday at Ashe County Park in a charity event to raise money for Hos­ pice of Ashe. Jeremy and Heather Casey of Deep Gap have organized the run in appreciation for the help Hospice provided, and in memory of, Heather's aunt, Lenna Kay. They want to give back to an organiza­ tion that gave so much to their family. Heather is a na­ tive of Ashe County and she and Jeremy lived here before moving to Watauga County where Jeremy works at a wellness center and Heather is a student at Appalachian State University. Everyone is welcome to participate in two runs: a one mile fun run for kids and a 5k for any age. The fun run for ages 12 and under will be held inside Ashe County Park beginning at 8:30 a.m. with registration at 8 a.m. Cost is $10. The 5k for any age begins at 9 a.m. with registration at 8:30 a.m. Cost is $20 and the run begins in the park, goes along Ashe Park Road, and ends in the park. Motorists are asked to be cautious as the run takes place. Trophies will be awarded to first, second and third place for male and female in both runs in all age catego­ ries along with certificates for other participants. Age categories for the 5k are 12 and under, 13-15, 16-19, 2024, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 4044, 45-49, 50-59, 60-69,-70 and over. Over 30 runners have already signed up and others are welcome to regis­ ter and participate on race day. Domestic violence can happen in the 'golden years (Editor's note: This is the second in a series of articles about domestic violence, pre­ sented to the community by A Safe Home for Everyone.) One type of domestic vio­ lence many people may over­ look is elder abuse. An elder is considered anyone over the age of 50 years and the major­ ity of victims are female. The main perpetrators are adult children and then significant others. It is important to un­ derstand the different types of elder abuse and what to do if you or someone you know is a victim. Domestic violence against elders consists of several types of abuse. Physical abuse (hit­ ting, slapping, burning, pinch­ ing, etc.) is often a culprit used by perpetrators. Emotional abuse can also occur and may consist of taunting, harass­ ment, insults, patronizing, and emotional neglect. Often times the elder may be made to feel useless or bothersome (especially with an abusive caregiver). They may also be sexually abused by forced touching, rape, sodomy, or sub­ jecting them to sexual mate­ rial. The elder victim may also be neglected. If the partner or caregiver refuses to assist the elder with medical needs, food, water, personal hygiene, and affection this can be consti­ tuted as neglect. Another type of abuse that is very common with the el­ der popula­ tion is finan­ cial abuse. Often times the elder vic­ tim's money or assets are stolen or improperly used by oth­ ers. This can be done by forging their name or forcing them to sign a check they plan to use them­ selves. Many times children become power of attorney or guardian of their parents, and those who decide to are then very capable to take advan­ tage of their parent's money and rights. Signs to look for with elder abuse or domestic violence Those who are neglected may have their health and hygiene deteriorate, be malnourished, have pressure sores, or not have their living areas safe or sanitary. Financial abuse can be witnessed by a drop in their savings and withdrawals of large quantities of money by their caregiver. If bills are not being paid when they nor­ mally kept them paid or there is a sudden change in the el­ der's will, financial abuse may s h o u l d be involved. Elder abuse is devastating a l e r t your sus­ and has lasting and harmful picions. effects on its victims. It has Many vic­ been shown that abused elders tims who have a shorter life expectancy are emo­ than those of non-abused tionally elders. It steals the elder's a b u s e d health, dignity and safety at a may show signs of fear, low time in their life when it is de­ self-esteem, being withdrawn, served the most. Please don't depression, or anger. Any ex­ hesitate to reach out for help. treme changes in the adult's If you or someone you know normal behavior should be is a victim of elder abuse, or a warning sign for others. if you suspect elder abuse, Adults who show bruising please contact A Safe Home around their private areas, for Everyone at 982-8851. A torn or bloody underclothes, report can also be made at our and unexplained STDs may local Adult Protective Services be being sexually abused. at 219-2719. Ashe County as an example of successful entrepreneurial efforts. You give people some pie dough and some equip­ ment and a purple potato, and they'll show you what can be done with those incentives." An Ashe County native him­ self, Goss said he was really touched to see generations of Ashe County people continue to work and live together along with the new people coming in and making Ashe County their home. "It is an honor to serve Ashe County and help these efforts," he said. Representing U.S. Sen. Richard Burr, Kathy Manship said Burr was concerned when industry was being lost in Ashe County and greatly respects the county's efforts to grow and change without looking back. Carol Coulter said that while people keep looking at her as the vision for Creative Food Ventures, she said she is just the face. Many people have played a part and done much of the work themselves to accomplish this project, she said. Coulter introduced Bob Grooms with the North Caroli­ na Department of Agriculture responsible for inspections at Creative Food Ventures. The kitchen is highly inspected by various agencies on a regular basis, she said, and the staff members are working on be­ coming an inspected facility for full scale meat products for wholesale and retail sales. Hopes are to create a buying club to expand opportunities for meat, produce, eggs and more. Grooms said he was from the business development division of the NCDA in Asheville representing Com­ missioner Steve Troxler who couldn't be at the event due to dealing with the ongoing drought issues in the state. He talked about Blue Ridge Food Ventures in Asheville, an 11,000 square foot facil­ ity (Creative Food Ventures is about 4,500 square feet), the second largest in North Caro­ lina and one of the largest in the United States, noting that these commercial kitch­ ens really help people real­ ize their potential. "It helps them realize their dream," he said. "These kitchens have a positive economic impact and help small farmers stay on their land and continue their way of life." Coulter then introduced Lynn Robinson, director of the Partnership for Children, the instigator, she said, of the idea for Family Central. Lynn found the site and got the people together and in the building, Coulter said. They convinced Commissioner Lar­ ry Rhodes and others to sup­ port the project, and started with six old classrooms where they began the Even Start program to improve the suc­ cess of schoolchildren through early childhood development. "This facility is a vision that everyone shared," Rob­ inson said. "The Even Start grant got us in the door and our supporters got it going. We're here to serve families in every capacity. We have to support our families in every aspect. The whole county is better off by starting small and helping families in every way we can." She then put in a plug with the state legisla­ tors for capital funds to finish the building and start a small are very similar to younger victims' signs. You may notice unexplained bruises (espe­ cially those in various stages of healing), burns, cuts, or missing patches of hair from hair pulling. If there are a lot of emergency room visits for injuries or a substantial delay between an injury and receiving help, this Kitchen continued from front page of the community," said Julie Landry, retired director of the Ashe Partnership for Chil­ dren and Cooperative Exten­ sion. She said it all began in 2002 with a group of people looking at locations for a com­ mercial kitchen. The closest was in Asheville, too distant for Ashe County people to take advantage. The Angelou Economics Report issued in 2003 in Ashe noted the need to boost opportunities for economic development in the region and entrepreneurship in the food business, so a feasibility study was done to gauge community interest in a commercial kitchen. The prime reason for the project, she said, was to support local farmers as well as local grow­ ers for sale of their products or for personal use. The long range goal is for the kitchen to support itself and the Part­ nership programs. "All you've seen here," she said to those attending the grand opening, "is to support our children and families." The group studying the need for a family service cen­ ter went to the commissioners in October 1998, said Chris Robinson, director of the Ashe Campus of Wilkes Communi­ ty College. He was chairman of the Partnership board of directors which started plan­ ning Family Central at the old Ashe Central High School site. The board saw this facil­ ity as a continuum of imme­ diate and long range services for the families of Ashe Coun­ ty. "We've seen thousands of families use this facility," he said. "It has truly become the hub of activity in Ashe Coun­ ty. I don't ever see it stopping its growth." North Carolina legisla­ tors Rep. Cullie Tarleton and Sen. Steve Goss attended the grand opening to offer their praise for Creative Food Ven­ tures and Family Central. "A public/private partner­ ship to promote jobs and entrepreneurship is what the kitchen is all about," said Tarleton. "Carol, thank you for your vision. Without that, probably none of this would have happened." He and his wife Sylvia were happy to take home a loaf of bread made at Creative Food Ventures. "This is a remarkable feat you have accomplished," said Goss to those who made this project a reality. "I often use Dixieland at Civic Center For a sizzling good time, the stage of the Ashe Civic Center will be piping hot when the Southern Fried Jazz Band of­ fers up delicious and delight­ ful Dixieland jazz! The Ashe County Arts Council will spon­ sor this foot-stompin', toe-tappin' music on Saturday, Octo­ ber 13 at 7:30 pm. The concert will blend music with narration and personal anecdotes into a seamless his­ tory lesson of jazz in America. Instrumentals are accented with vocals and stirred with lots of seasoning and sponta­ neity into a tasty "recipe" that will mesmerize the musical taste buds. These ingredients have launched Southern Fried Jazz from the Piedmont foot­ hills of North Carolina into the national spotlight. The underlying mission of the Southern Fried Jazz Band is that of keeping good jazz alive. Each performance evolves into an experience to Jail continued from front page Central. McMillan said he is close to signing a contract on the ball fields project. The law enforcement cen­ ter will be built next to the county courthouse in Jeffer­ son just above the USDA Ser­ vice Center. McMillan said he is looking at where to store stuff as the storage building at that site must be taken Spill job at the spill site holding the farmer was well prepared it and getting it out of the and trained and following creek bed," said Blessing. He guidelines to handle this situ­ said the warning signs were ation," said a spokesperson. All those responding to posted along Fees Branch and Helton Creek, a trout stream the situation were praised that had just been stocked for their rapid response by that day. "Once we get an Rose Pruitt with the Division okay on the water testing that of Water Quality, including a there is no contamination, we neighbor, Glen Sullivan, and will take down the signs," he the health department for the quick posting of warn­ said. Massengill said the chemi­ ing signs. "The pesticide was cal used in the pesticide (41 already diluted, the water ounces of an endosulfan to further diluted it, and it was 200 gallons of water) is a per­ quickly pumped out," Pruitt mitted use with appropriate said. "They did everything incentive package for a mi­ application. right." cro lending program to help The Ashe County Office of Responders to the situation the "little guys" start a busi­ Emergency Management not­ included Lansing Fire and ness. She said many lending ed that the tree farmer was Rescue, Ashe County Office of institutions can't afford to prepared for the situation Emergency Management, the offer loans under $5,000, but and by the time emergency North Carolina Department sometimes an entrepreneur services arrived the farm of Agriculture, Appalachian just needs a couple thousand workers were already outfit­ District Health Department, to purchase a special piece of ted in protective gear and had North Carolina Division of equipment or to get started on begun cleaning up the site. Water Quality, and the Ashe a small business. She would "We are very fortunate that County Fire Marshal. like to be able to help in that capacity. Now in Digital Sound Attendees at the grand opening of Creative Food Ven­ tures braved a tremendously rainy day (not seen here for awhile in Ashe) to tour the kitchen and see its process­ es. Staff members Rhonda Church, Jacky Brown and Sun-Thurs 7PM Only Julie Goodman demonstrated Fn^LSaL7_&9JPM. equipment and showcased Qjmm{ER5Efl!5E95^EI^5ff3EffB95Efl5IE95E!!5fl5!Eff599fifi5il5!59S!!5!!a99!E5 their cooking skills. A ribbon cutting ceremony was con­ ducted by the Ashe Chamber 00k of Commerce and everyone 100s got to sample pie made by the Purple Sweet Potato Com­ pany, a new commercial ven­ ture at the kitchen creating products from purple sweet potatoes. .-iHlsl Creative Food Ventures of­ fers opportunities for catering and personal chefs, specialty SIGIP' food producers, herbal prod­ m ucts for human consump­ Hi 0 tion, farmers adding value to 0produce, baked goods, dried Isla la la Is products, and classes to teach people how to cook or how to produce and market their products. For information, RE]GIG call 982-5127. SHOWTIME Theatre One The Seeker PG Theatre Two The Heartbreak Kid Movie schedule for October 5 - October 11 River and restaurant ^ House m i a, country inn Sunday, October 7 4 pm - 6 pm / Dinner immediately erics FOR SERVICES OR EMERGENCIES 24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK For mental health, developmental disabilities and substance abuse services Meeting community needs...one person at a time. down during the construction and then put back up behind the new jail. He said work will take place around the USDA Service Center and hopes are that it won't interfere with the agencies housed there. A 60-foot buffer plus vegetation will separate the law enforce­ ment center from neighboring residential property. continued from front page asjSSSS^ 1-800-849-6127 or 800-893-6246 TTY be remembered long after it has left the stage. The Southern Fried Jazz Band's leader is veteran trum­ pet player Don Edwards whose Dixieland Skills are well honed. He first performed its music as a member of the name bands during the big band era, and later enjoyed fifteen years as a member of the show bands in Vegas at its "musical" prime. During that time he also per­ formed in various Dixieland bands and backed some of the Dixieland greats includ­ ing Louis Armstrong and the World's Greatest Jazz Band. Come see what is cookin' with the Southern Fried Jazz Band. Ticket are $10 adults and $5 students and are avail­ able at the Ashe Arts Center or by phone with a credit card at 336-846-ARTS. This program is part of the 30th year anni­ versary of the ARTS in Ashe County and is sponsored by the Ashe County Arts Council. • Music starts at 4:00 p.m. • Hors d'oeuvres passed at 5:00 p.m. following performance Featuring Entile Pandofi ' Four Course Chefs Choice served Cfossicaf pianist, ftUmorist at 6:00 p.m. • Forty Dollars ($40°*) Emile is an outstarufiua Per person plus alcohol, tax, and gratuity OcrfoiWr r J 1896 Old Field Creek Road Grassy Creek, NC • 336-982-2109 ^ V-5* �PAGE 6A FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Warrensville church dedicates new The Warrensville United Methodist Women recently purchased a playground for their church. The late Rev. Rodney Frye convinced the women's group that a playground was neces­ sary to make the church more "kid-friendly." After many fundraisers, generous dona­ tions from individuals and a Duke Endowment grant obtained by the current pas­ tor, Gregg Plott, their dream was finally a reality. The play­ ground was dedicated during a Sunday service by Rev. Plott. Playground equipment pro. vides play areas for ages pre-school through pre-teens. The playground is open during day­ light hours except during church ser­ vices. All children are invited to play; however, adul^ supervision is re­ quired. THE ILLUSTRATED BIBLE cArise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord M rises upon you... Nations will come Wj io. to your light, and kings to the fel(I brightness of your dawn. 246-2979 tion for all the moral support, prayers, donations, and espe- daily, the men who the equipment. BACK TO THE BIBLE install L®- (West Jefferson Church of Christ) What Has Jesus Done For Me? Many people ask the question what has Jesus done for me? If we think about it Je­ sus has done more for humanity than any other. People are wrong when they ask this loo • question. When we fail to realize what Jesus has done for us, we become ungrateful. 1 neI is not a person on earth who can say Jesus has never done anything for them. We can go back to the Bible and see all the wonderful things Jesus has done for us. Jesus paid the price for sin. Romans 6:23, "For the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord." There was a wage that needed to be paid and God sent a gift to pay the wage. Jesus paid the price for sin and he paid it lor all. Romans 3:23, "For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God." Since we all have sinned Jesus paid the price for all humanity. 1 Peter 2:24, "Who his own self bore our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness, by whose stripes we are healed." Jesus died so that we could have eternal life and without Him and His blood we would have no hope. The Lord took our place, which we did not deserve. Before we say Jesus has never done anything for me, we need to remember that He died for our sins and gave us the hope of eternal life. Jesus gave us a path, which we can follow to eternal life. John 14:6, "Jesus saith ^ unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. Following Jesus is the only way we can reach eternal life. We can not follow the creeds of man nor ourselves. The pathway we are to follow is the path, which Jesus has already mapped out and only those who follow it will be rewarded with eternal life. Many will choose their own path but they will be mislead because they thought it was right. Proverbs 14:12, "There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways ol death." Just because the way seems right does not mean that it is right. If man will stick with the path that follows Jesus than they are on right path that leads to eternal life. Look at the things that Jesus has done for us. Jesus died for our sins so that we could have eternal life. The Lord gave us a path that we can follow which we lead us to eter­ nal life. We can no longer say Jesus has never done anything for me. The Bible points out many examples of Jesus doing things for us. Let us remember to be thankful for the things He has done for us. _ Q Yes, I am interested in a correspondence course by mail Q Yes, I am interested in an in-home Bible study Name: T [ © 2007 by King Features Syndicate, Inc. World rights reserved Pastor George Norris M I ISAIAH 60:1-3 Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA The ladies' group would to express their apprecia- :e Address: : City: State: Zip: Phone: ( ) Mail_Re_quest to: WJ.Church of Christ,.PO Box 1_17, West Jefferson, NC 28694 Assembly of God Church Bald Mtn. Baptist Church Baldwin Community Church 846-4444 Pastor Keitli Styron Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman 1460 Bald Mtn. Rd.. West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service - 11:00am Sunday Eyeiimg Worship: 7:00pm Wednesday Evening - 7:00pm Baldmountainchurch.org Email: Baldmountain@skybest.com Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2042 Pastor: Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 1549 Hwy. 194 South • Todd (1 mi. off Hwy 221) SUNDAY- Sunday School 10:00AM Worship 11:00AM and 6:00PM MONDAY - Community Care 6:00PM (Prayer & Outreach) WEDNESDAY-Family Night 7:00PM (All ages) (Missidrts Ministry. Van Ministry, Tien Time) "A Church focused • on faith, family A the future" 220 Lynch ColvardRd., Jefferson, NC Corner of Taw-Roland & McNeil Sts • Jefferson (88 West - Left on McNeil, One Block) Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Morning Worship -10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. . Big Flatts Baptist Church Beaver Creek Christian Church Fleetwood, NC Pastor, Chris Cox Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. Services: West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Youth Class (.All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! Jim Dawes, Minister Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Service 6:30p.m. Bethany United Methodist Church Blue Ridge Worship Center Church of Christ at West Jefferson Cornerstone Fellowship Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 Barnett St. • West Jefferson 495 Highway 194 South Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs Sunday School - 10:00 am Sunday Worship ServiceH :00 am & 6:00 pm 221 Burnett St. (Off Buck Mtn Road) Doug Frazier, Minister Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church Friendly Grove Baptist Church 336-877-2801 846-3954 Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 Pastor Todd Brewer Deep Ford Rd., Lansing Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Worship at 11:00 a m Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00p.m. Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00p.m. Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 7:00p.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7:00p.m. "ALife Worth Living!" Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. "And He led them as far as to Bethany... and He blessed them" Luke24:50 "Join its in worship to Christ' Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 Sunday Morning Worship 8:30AM and 11:00AM Family Time - 9:30AM Sunday School - 10:00AM Sunday Evening Worship 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study 6:45PM Services en Espanol Sabados a las - 6:00PM Clases de ESL Servicios a las - 7:00PM Nursery provided for all services Mt. Jefferson Church OP of the Nazarene Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church "Come as you are, you will be loved'' BiUy Robinson - Pastor Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship A Praise 11:00 a.m. Sunday School • 9:45 A M Sun. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Bible Study 846-5615 Church Office or 846-5616 Preacher's Residence Friendship Baptist Church 891 Friendship Baptist Church KdJeiTerson, NC Rev. David Grinnell • 982-2080 Sunday School- 9:00am. Sunday WorshipSenices - 10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Senices - 6:00p.m. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00 p. m We invite you to join us for a God centered, family worshipping experience. Casual & Contemporary Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m. Healing Springs Baptist Church Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Rev. Keith Casey Jefferson United Methodist Church Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh 115 East Main St-, Jefferson, NC (336) 246-9512 9:00 a.m. Early Worship 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages 11:00 a.m. - Formal Worship Service We would love to have you come worship with us. 9178 Old Hwy. 16 • Grumpier. NC Sunday School -10:00A.M. Sunday Morning Worship Service-11:004.M. Sunday Evening Worship Service - 7:00P.M. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00P. M. Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience. 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson, NC (336) 246-4764 9:45 a.m. Sunday • Sunday School 11:00 Am. Sunday • Worship Service 6:30p.m. Sunday • Sunday Night Service 6:00p.m. Monday • T.E.A.M. i0:00 a.m. Tuesday * Joy in the Morning 7:00p.m. Wednesday • Prayer Meeting Seventh-Day Adventist Church St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church North Beaver Baptist Parish of the Holy Communion "Lewis you and wants you (Episcopalian) 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh to fellowship with us every Sunday!" St. Mary's Church West Jefferson 8:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Phone - 982-3076 Hwy. 163 West Jefferson of Warrensville J Pastor: Kevin Morgan 336-667-6092 \ # 846-7481 Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00 p.m. CASUAL ENVIRONMENT SERIOUS FAITH Smethport Independant Baptist Church Welcome Home Baptist Church West Jefferson United Methodist Church Ojfict Phone: 336-982-94111• Rer. Lonnie Jones • Pastor Faith Fellowship Elliott Osowitt, Pastor 513 E. Main St., Jefferson Two Services + SS 8:30 -12 Wed. Nite Bible Study: 6:30 pm AWANA Starts Sept 5! Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m. Robert St. off Bare (Church) 846-9378 Main <6 Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass - 9:00 AM Saturday Evening Mass 5:00PM English dt 7:00PM Spanish Weekday Morn. Mass - Call for times Pastor James T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 Sunday Morning Worship »11:00AM 194 and 88 West, Smethport, NC Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4th) • 7:00PM Sunday School 9:45 a.m. • Worship 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. Sunday Night Services 6:30 p. m. Youth Services - Sunday • 6:00PM Wednesday Service 7:00 p m Van Transportation Available We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! Pastor Home: 336-384-3188 • Cell: 336-977-1009 www.wjumc.net Worship • 11:00 AM 201S. Jefferson Ave., West Jefferson Missions Building by Faith Promise 846-3346 Pastor Rick Miller Sunday School • 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship • 11:00a.m. Sunday School • 10:00AM Saturday Services: Bible School- 10:00AM Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM Children's Church and Nursery Provided s o f Worsfii To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 Corner of Hwy. RIDA-BUG EXTERMINATING 221 & Cherry St. Jefferson Termite & Pest Control 141 Lyalle Lane, Jefferson, NC (Just off Ashe Park Road) Open Mon-Fri • 7am-5pm 336-962^621 Mountain A ire Seafood & Steakhouse Weekly Specialties 'All Mil lie To God For Our Success' "Complete Line of Building Supplies " 246-4222 246-6077 HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPPLY. INC. Ashe County JJO Builders Supply Old Hwy. 221 -S, Beaver Creek • West Jefferson Boone, NC 336-246-3367 f Compliments of VANNOY & SONS * ^^55- VANNOY Hwy 16 & 163 Intersection CONSTRUCTION Glendale Springs, N.C. • 336-982-3060 COMPANY ('WlflSr) V J 203 East,161 Street • West Jefferson, NC Convenient 7 Days A Week "WiimtosTiirCTioN Commcrciidand Residential PO Box972*1^1Jefferson, NC 336-246«W8hPa*: 24Q-6402 Dr Pepper g$l Bottling Company 'ijf •fchL |L ^es' Jeffer6o ri 246-4591 DODGE • CHRYSLER • JEEP |p -zszpzr jjjap 502 Jefferson Ave. • 336-246-8806 BILL HART CONSTRUCTION Jefferson, NC All Types Dozer Work Hauling &Trackhoe Work Home: 336-246-HART (4278) Shop: 336-846-7025 246-9969 828-264-9051 24-HOUR BURNER SERVICE Your Full Service Oil Company -5HGOJ call 846-9241 Ronnie Hopkins www.mackbrownlnc.com The Jewel Shoppe 785 East Main Street The Mountain Village Shopping Center Jefferson, NC 336-246-4155 High Country Paint & Performance Kwjk LubGf /nc. Owner/Manager • David Miller 608 W. Main Street • Jetlerson, NC •246-5945 336-246-7101 Serving Ashe County tor over 20 Years H&W Oil Company Fy Our Mountain Cbeddar Cheese ami Our Frejfi Churned Butler 106 E. Main St. 246-2501 203 South Second Ave. West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.jeffersonpost.com 336-846-7164 Fax: 336-846-7165 US Hwy 221 Bus P West Jefferson We Offer LP Gas • Gas Heaters Fire Logs • Cooking Equipment Call Pete at 246-7039 NC Inspections ATF Service Minor Repairs Tire Sales Jefferson'NC wzvzv.ashettietnorial.org Mt. Jefferson Oil 246-7131 JEFFERSON POST 200 Hospital Ave. 1358 W. King Street • Boone 828-264-0439 or 800-452-0343 M If* PPG Paints 3-M Products U|J|p Billy Blcvins • Tommy Little Pollard Glass 211 Burkett Avenue West Jefferson, NC 336-846-4176 0 CARDINAL LANES Family Fun Center mm wt "Church GrouPs Welcome" IByBpr Discounted Rates Blll^^^ 787 Hwy 221, West Jefferson 336-246-7077 Evenings mm MMMM • O j b o f o . fforuie. Kubata, 9etc Your Local Equipment Dealer For All Your Equipment Needs 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap, NC 828-263-8464 • www.boonekubota.com �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7A FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2007 ENTERTAINMENT ASU Boone, NC— Appalachian State University's 2007-08 Performing Arts Series will showcase the magic of tra­ ditional Mexican culture, as Ballet Folklorico de Mexico takes the stage of Farthing Auditorium at 8pm on Tues­ day, October 30. Ballet Folklorico de Mexico was founded in 1952 by danc­ er and choreographer Amalia Hernandez, who was embark­ ing on a quest to rescue the dancing traditions of Mex­ ico. She stated as her goal, "to share the beauty of the universe in motion" through Mexican dances from the PreColombian era, the Hispanic Viceroy period, and the popu­ lar period of the Revolution­ ary years. The company's initial pre­ sentations were picked up by a weekly, Mexican governmentsponsored television program, which quickly popularized their performances. Just a few years into their formation, the company achieved a signifi­ cant degree of international success that has been main­ tained for over fifty years. To­ day, having performed more than 5,000 performances, both Amalia Hernandez and the Ballet Folklorico de Mexico have been distinguished with over 200 awards recognizing their artistic merits. Ballet Folklorico de Mexico sets itself apart by combining their artist's talents with the traditional music, elaborate dance and ornate costumes of Mexican culture. The result is a stunning performance that disseminates the rich tradi­ tion and folklore of Mexico throughout the world. The New York Times calls Ballet Folklorico de Mexico's perfor­ mance, "a fast-paced, enter­ taining show that can make viewers want to rush right off to Mexico." The 2007-08 Performing Arts Series is a presentation of Appalachian State Univer­ sity's Office of Arts and Cul­ tural Programs. The mission of the series is to support the standing media sponsors that teaching mission of Appala­ are dedicated to promoting chian State University by pre­ the arts in our region, includ­ senting a diverse array of mu­ ing: The Mountain Times, All sic, dance and theatre events •About Women magazine, the designed to enrich the cultural High Country Press, the Win­ landscape of the campus and ston-Salem Journal, Charter surrounding region. By creat­ Media, Mountain Television ing memorable performance Network, Mix 102.3, 100.7 experiences and related edu­ MacFM, WFDD 88.5, WDAV cational and outreach activi­ 89.9, WETS 89.5, WNCW 88.7 ties, the series promotes the and WASURocks 90.5FM. Tickets to the October power and excitement of the live performance experience; 30 performance of Ballet provides a "window on the Folklorico de Mexico are $18 world" through the artistry for the general public, $16 for of nationally and internation­ seniors, ASU faculty and staff ally renowned artists; and and $10 for students and chil­ showcases some of the finest dren. Ticket prices increase artists of Appalachian State at the door on show nights. University's campus commu­ For tickets or information, call nity and the surrounding re­ the Farthing Auditorium Box Office at 800-841-ARTS(2787) gion. The Performing Arts Se­ or 828-262-4046, or visit www. ries would be unable to pres­ pas.appstate.edu. Farthing ent and publicize its wide Auditorium is located at 733 range of extraordinary pro­ Rivers Street, and box of­ gramming without critical fice hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m., support from a group of out­ Monday-Friday. JAM benefit brings stars to Civic Center River House and New River Dramatists will host JAMfest 2007 at the Ashe Civic Center on Saturday, October 6. The performance hall will be filled with fabulous music begin­ ning at 7:30 PM, with hors d'oeuvres and a cash wine bar in the lobby beginning at 6:30. Performers at this gala include renowned pianist, Emile Pandolfi and local leg­ ends Wayne Henderson and Jeff Little. Proceeds from the event will be donated to the Regional Resource Center of the Junior Appalachian Mu­ sicians (JAM) program. Tick­ ets are available for $35 at the Ashe County Arts Council (336) 846-2787 . The Junior Appalachian Musicians (JAM) program was founded by Helen White in Spring 2000 in Alleghany County, NC. Now in 10 North Carolina counties, the mis­ sion of JAM is to provide Ap­ palachian children opportuni­ ties to experience the musical traditions of their community. Students are taught to play Art in Todd The Todd Mercantile Gallery will host local Todd artist, LaMae Strange on Saturday, Oc­ tober 6, 2007. The public is in­ vited to attend a reception and visit with Strange from 1 pm to 4 pm at the Todd Mercantile Gallery this coming Saturday. Growing up in a small town near Baton Rouge, Louisiana, LaMae Strange enjoyed the outdoors by taking every oppor­ tunity to be in the woods or on the farm. She earned a Bach­ elor of Arts degree in Education at Louisiana Polytechnic Uni­ versity where she met her hus­ band, Tommy, a Wildlife Biolo­ gist. Not long after graduation, they moved to South Carolina where they lived on a Wildlife Management Area and LaMae was a Media Specialist in the Georgetown County school sys­ tem. Retiring in 2001, she was invited by professional artist and friend, Emmy Bronson, to join her oil painting class "just for fun." Having no experience with any form of art, but nurturing a developing sense of adven­ ture, LaMae began a journey on a totally unexpected path. The classes were fun and the results were surprising. Moving to Ashe County in August of 2004, after searching for a retirement home through­ out numerous southeastern states, has presented an oppor­ tunity to expand her horizons in art, to exhibit, and explore new subject matter. Her paint­ ings have been accepted in the Best of the Blue Ridge Juried Exhibit, the Art of Aging Jur­ ied Exhibit, and at the Upstairs Gallery in Blowing Rock as part of a group show. She is a mem­ ber of and current chairperson of the Blue Ridge Art Clan. The exhibit will continue at the Todd Mercantile Gallery through the month of October. Hours at the Todd Mercantile are Monday through Saturday 8 am to 5 pm and Sunday 11 am to 5 pm. Please call 336/8775401 for more information. The all-star lineup for Saturday's benefit concert includes (left to right) Wayne Henderson, Jeff Little and Emile Pandolfi. fiddles, banjos, mandolins, dulcimers and guitars on loaned instruments and they enjoy numerous field trips and performances. . JAM fosters a sense of connection with the cultural heritage of the area and is strengthen­ ing family and community ties across generations. Lo­ cally, about 200 students in Alleghany, Ashe and Watauga County are currently enrolled in JAM programs which meet either in schools or at arts councils. The JAM Regional Re­ source Center is under de­ velopment to provide support for the growing network of JAM programs. Activities for the year include: convening program directors across the mountains to hone core oper­ ating principles and criteria for program dissemination; convening teachers of tradi­ tional music to develop core curricula and teaching stan­ dards; coordinating regional gatherings for JAM students; and, developing resources such as administrative hand­ book, curriculum, wholesale purchasing capabilities, and long-term fundraising strat­ egies. The regional center will serve as a communica­ tions hub linking all existing JAM (and related) programs through print and on-line re­ sources. River House Country Inn and Restaurant on the North Fork of the New River in Ashe County has been a mecca for the arts - musical, theatrical, visual, literary and, of course, culinary - since opening in 1991, welcoming musicians, painters, actors, writers from all over the world. The walls of River House, covered with an extraordinary art collec­ tion resound with the mu­ sic of Wayne Henderson and Helen White, Emile Pandolfi, Gregory Carroll, Jamie Laval, Alasdair Fraser, George Ham­ ilton IV and dozens of others. The New River Dramatists are nourished there; the an­ nual Winefest on the New, the Sunday Salon Series, the CD "An Evening at River House" recently recorded (and cov­ ered by PBS) are now joined by enthusiastic support for JAM. New River Dramatists is an ambitious project dedi­ cated to inspiring, supporting and developing excellence in what is written for Theater, Film and Television. These venues have tremendous po­ tential to contribute ideas; express opinions, provoke de­ bate and change in society. As a research and development center, New River Dramatists offers an atmosphere where work ethic and support from other writers, directors and actors combine to inspire the writers to achieve their best work from concept to comple­ tion. 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Com­ missioner Long, who also serves as the State Fire Mar­ shal, issued the proclamation to expand upon the national Fire Prevention Week theme of "Practice Your Escape Plan." A National Fire Protection Association poll shows that while 65 percent of Ameri­ cans have a fire escape plan in place, only 35 percent of households actually practice their escape plans. "It's great that the major­ ity of families have a plan in place, but if you never prac­ tice that plan, it's not going to help your family in a real emergency,"said Commission­ er Long. "Most people believe they have longer than they really do to exit from a burn­ ing building. I've had a house fire, and trust me — you don't have much time to get out." Practicing the routes for exit­ ing your home quickly could be the difference between life and death, he added. Almost 7,000 residential fires were reported in North Carolina during 2006. In 2006, more than 2,000 fires occurred in public plac­ es, stores, industrial build­ ings and business offices, so fire escape plans are not just for families and private resi­ dences. "Most people spend the majority of their time working away from home, so it's also just as important to hold regular fire drills at work," Long said. To protect yourself, both at home and at work, follow these safety tips: • With your entire fam­ ily, walk through your home and determine at least two exits from every room. • Choose an outdoor meeting place that is a safe distance from your home. • Draw a sketch of your floor plan and use it to map out your fire escape routes. Post your escape plan some­ where the whole family will routinely see it, such as on the refrigerator. • Keep pathways (i.e. doorways, windows and stairs) clear of clutter and furniture. • Install smoke alarms on every floor of your home and outside sleeping areas. Test your smoke alarms monthly. • Practice your fire es­ cape plan at least twice each y ear. • Familiarize yourself with fire exits in public plac­ es, office buildings and others' homes that you visit. Apples bounce back, large crop available in region Lyda Farms has been sell­ ing apples, vegetables and other fruit direct to the pub­ lic, for four generations, and this year is no exception. "At one point, due to the Easter freeze, everyone was told we'd have no apples r rm in Henderson County," says Millie Lyda, the farm's CEO and op- 1 erator with husband Rome since 1948. "They couldn't have been more wrong," As it turns out, Hen­ derson County growers learned that some apple varieties have a great capacity to bloom after heavy freeze damage, set fruit, and hold the fruit through the un­ usual heat and drought this year. Lyda Farms has Gala, Fuji, Golden Delicious, Rome Beau­ ty, and Granny Smith apples available fresh from their farm in Hen­ derson County. Taking the drive from Hendersonville to Bat Cave on highway 64E ;, reveals that Henderson County is the heart of North Carolina's apple industry. In season, this route offers countless oppor­ tunities to visit orchards and purchase farm-fresh goods, and in many spots you are welcome to pick your own ap­ ples right from the tree. County Extension agent Marvin Owings estimates that 70%-80% of this year's regional apple crop was dev­ astated this past April during a series of four consecutive nights of bitterly cold temper­ atures. But as the 7th-largest apple producer in the United States, 30% of the Hender­ son County crop is still a whole lot of apples - enough to provide fruit to pick or just take home for all the travel­ ers, schoolkids, local families, sauce- and pie-makers who may come. Chip Webster co-owns Freeman Orchards. He says that so far, apple-shopping traffic has been a little light­ er than usual. Chip observes that people are hunting for specific varities that are their personal favorites, and may move on when they find they were lost in the freeze. How­ ever, all the varieties are de­ licious this year - his Galas and Golden Delicious are sweeter and' more flavorful than usual, probably because of the dry weather. "Everybody's got some apples. We may not have the kind you want, but come try another kind," says Wayne Barnwell of Odell Barnwell & Sons, another orchard with a longtime produce stand on Highway 64. Wayne has been growing apples all his life on the farm started by his fa­ ther, "from nothing." "We've mmmm Sot knives on the porch and we'll cut them open for you and you can try them," he says. Bagged local apples and cider are even available at some grocery stores - look for a local address on the packaging, or look for the "Appalachian Grown" logo in store advertising. Mike Stepp of Stepp's Hillcrest Orchard has only one answer for people who are calling to'ask if there are going to be any apples this sea­ son. It is a resounding "YES!" School groups will also account for a strong percentage of the Stepp's visitors this fall. They have been hosting school tours for the last four years, and are excited to share an educa­ tional presentation with the kids. They are also treated to a hayride and a visit to the pumpkin patch, where they are welcome to pick a pump­ kin to take home. All the farms, like usual, are all offering additional products at their farm stands this season. Creasman Farms provides baked goods for customers, Odell Barnwell & Sons press their own cider, and all the growers will have a variety of vegetables - Lyda Farms specializes in heirloom varieties of winter squash, indian corn, cabbage, and jack- What do your neighbors think about land use planning? Check out the poll at www.jeffersonpost.com o-lantern pumpkins. While all the growers are having a tough season, there is no air of defeat in their at­ titude; just a weary under­ standing that this is an everpresent risk when working with Mother Nature. They are thankful that they do have great apples to sell, and for the public that is coming out to support the farms and enjoy the fruits of their har­ vest. For more information about visiting apple orchards in our area, visit the Blue Ridge Farm Direct Market Associ­ ation's website at ncapples. com, or call 828-697-2775 ext. 8. Also, visit the Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Proj­ ect online Local Food Guide at www.AppalachianGrown. org , or pick up their 80-page printed guide to where to find the freshest local food in the mountains. All thirty farms in the Blue Ridge Farm Di­ rect Marketing Association are open for business this season, and they invite you to come and pay them a visit. NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE LANDS of Heirs of FERRIS EUGENE LANE JIM REEVES- VANNOY & REEVES, PLLC, ATTORNEYS 202 EAST MAIN STREET, P O DRAWER 67, WEST JEFFERSON, NORTH CAROLINA 28694 Phone: (336)246-7172 - e-mail: ] STATE of NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY of ASHE There is located upon the above-described property, at 209 Frank Witherspoon Road, Jefferson, North Carolina, a one-story brick veneer residence, containing approximately 1,152 square feet of heated floor space, approximately 768 square feet of basement, with three bedrooms. (Ashe County Tax Parcel No. 09302-091). IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK File No. 07-SP-114 MARK ASHLEY LANE, Individually and as Administrator CTA of the Estate of FERRIS EUGENE LANE, Petitioner, vs. JESSIE CLIFTON LANE; (Single) LAURIE PAIGE LANE SIMS and husband MARK SIMS; KAREN LEIGH LANE BUMGART and husband, MARK J. BUMGART Respondents. NOTICE OF SALE Under and by virtue of an Order entered by Honorable PamW. Barlow, on 19'" day of October. 2007, Clerk of Superior Court of Ashe County, North Carolina, in the. above captioned special proceeding, the undersigned Commissioner will, on 12:00 o'clock noon, at the Courthouse door In Jefferson, North Carolina (on the first floor) offer to sale for the highest bidder, for cash the following described land situate in Jefferson Township, Ashe County, North Carolina, and more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING on an iron stake on east bank of Frank Witherspoon's driveway, Guy Marsh's corner; thence running up with east side of said driveway N. 7-1/4 E. 11 poles to a stake at bend of driveway; thence up through the field due east 14 poles to an iron stake; thence out and down the hill S. 10 W. 15 1/4 poles to a stakeIn Guy Marsh'sline; thence down with Marsh's line N. 69 W. 11-1/2 poles to the BEGINNING, containing one acre more or less. And being the same land specifically described in that certain deed, dated 19 February 2002, which appears of recordin the Ashe County Public Registry In Book 272, at pages 2452-2453 Directions to Property; From East Jefferson Intersecion of Hwy. 16,221, & 88. Turn on Hwy 16 North; Take first right on Friendship Baptist Church Road go @ 1/3 mile, Turn left on Frank Witherspoon Road. Residence is located on 209 Frank Witherspoon Road in Jefferson. At the time of the sale, the highest bidder shall immediately make a cask deposit in the amount of five(5%) per cent of the amount of the bid of Seven Hundred Fifty (S750) Ddllars, whichever is greater. This 26lh day of September, 2007 Jimmy D. Reeves Commissioner IpYIELDr • • - - iivvvvnnivvinii] You are now approaching a brand new checking account from CommunityONE. Dangerously fantastic interest rates and free use of ATMs anywhere in t h e country a r e certain over t h e next several miles. 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(SR 1340), Purlear, N.C. • Free ATMs Nationwide* CommunityONE • No Monthly Fees • No Minimum Balance Yes you can.9' Yes we can.9 This is a reserve sale; the Board of Directors of West Wilkes Community Center reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Highest Bidder will be 1055 Mt. Jefferson Road • West Jefferson, NC 28694 • 336.246.9700 required to make a cash deposit of 5% of highest bid. The bid will remain open for upset bids for a period of 10 days after the sale, and 10 days after www.MyYesBank.com any upset bid. Owners will convey title by Special Warranty Deed, subject to casements of public record. Additional terms of sale will be announced at the lime of sale. Sales Terms: Please contact John M. 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No monthly service charge. ©2007 CommunityONE Bank, N.A., Member FDIC �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2007 PAGE 9A COMMUNITY EVENTS Junior Appalachian Musicians benefit on Saturday Friday •October 5 7 p.m.: Service at Rich Hill Methodist Church. Rev. Bob Roten is the guest preacher. Saturday October 6 8 a.m.: "Recycling Hope" Special Yard Sale. Across from Jefferson Post Office in the empty lot. Proceeds will go to assist cancer survivors and support for A.S.H.E. (A Safe Home for Everyone.) Call 846-2159 for more information. 10:30 a.m.: Chicken BBQ benefit for Ruby T. McAfee at Lansing Ball Field. 11 a.m.-5 p.m.: Elk Shoals Unit­ ed Methodist Camp will host its fourth annual Family Fun Day. This event will include a rubber duck race, with the winner be­ ing awarded $1,000. Admission is free and there will be games, prizes, food and fun for all! For more information, call the camp office at 877-4607. Please come and support the ministries of Elk Shoals. 2 p.m.: There will be a reunion for all the men who served in the CCC companies 403, 412 and others in the North Caro­ lina area. It will be held at the old CCC camp site at Mortimer, N.C. A short business meeting will be held at 2 p.m., and lunch will be served at 2:30 p.m. We are planning a good time of fellow­ ship and good food, as always. Please come and bring a wellfilled picnic basket, beverages and folding chairs. Paper prod­ ucts and ice will be provided. For more information, call William Crump at 828-391-1507. 5-7 p.m.: Zion United Method­ ist Church will hold a fish fry. Adults are $8, children 12 and under $6. 7 p.m.: Benefit Singing at Rock Creek Baptist Church for Da­ vid Greer, son of Rev. and Mrs. Harlan Greer. David is a cancer patient. Everyone is welcome to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Renowned piano players Emile Pandolfi and Jeff Little join legendary gui­ tarist Wayne Henderson in a very special evening gala at Ashe County Civic Center to benefit the development of a Re­ gional Resource Center to serve the expanding network of Junior Appalachian Musician (JAM) programs in Western North Car­ olina. Now in 10 counties, JAM gives children rich opportunities to experience and learn the mu­ sic of their heritage. Hosted by the River House and New River Dramatists, this casually elegant affair will begin with world class hors d'oeuvres and cash wine bar at 6:30. The concert begins at 7:30 with gourmet coffee and light dessert served between sets. Reserved seat tickets for the evening are available for $35 at Ashe Arts Council (336) 8462787. Sunday October 7 Warrensville Baptist Church announces Seventh Annual Homecoming on October 7 beginning , with Sunday School at 9:00 and Worship Services at 10:00 with former pastor Rev. Rick Anderson. Special music and lunch will also be apart of the celebration. All members, former members and friends of Warrenville Baptist are wel­ comed by Rev. Jeff Nave Pastor at Warrenville. Revival services at Mount Jef­ ferson Church of the Nazarene. Rev. Mark Barnes, District Super­ intendent, North Carolina District of the Church of the Nazarene, will be the speaker. His wife Lucy will be with him and they will be providing special music. Sunday School at 10 a.m., morning wor­ ship at 11 a.m., Sunday evening 6 p.m. and Monday through Wednesday at 7 p.m. For infor­ mation, call Pastor Mark Wiest at 384-8705. All are welcome. 10 a.m.: Homecoming at Mtn. View Baptist Church. Rev. sage. 2 p.m.: Fall Piano Recital at Warrensville Seventh-Day Adventist Church. The students of Miss Sharon Kellam will present their fall piano recital. The public is welcome. 4 p.m.: Emile Pandolfi, classi­ cal pianist and humorist, will perform in the Sunday Sa­ lon Series at River House in Grassy Creek. Music starts at 4, hors d'oeuvres at 5, and a fourcourse Chef's Choice dinner at 6. $40 per person, plus alcohol, tax and gratuity. Call 219-2109 for reservations and information. 6 p.m.: Revival at Big Laurel Church of Christ in Christian Union Church through Oct. 10. Services Oct. 8-10 will begin at 7 p.m. Dr. David Lattimerfrom Ohio will be the speaker. Rev. Darrell Graybeal is the pastor. A corcjial invitation is extended to all. 6 p.m.: Revival at Cornerstone Fellowship Church in West Jefferson. Service at 6 p.m. Sunday, then at 7 p.m. through Wednesday, Oct. 10. Speaker is Rev. Neil Vallini; there will be praise and worship led by Na­ than Eller. For more information, contact Pastor Todd Brewer at 877-6426. 7 p.m.: Revival will take place at Scottville Baptist Church, through Oct. 11. There will be special singing each night, and Bro. Don Ball from Elkin, N.C., will be bringing the message each night. Pastor Reeves Jones and the congregation invite ev­ eryone to attend. Monday October 8 7 p.m.: Revival at Mtn. View Baptist Church Oct. 8 through the 13. Preaching will be Rev. Dean Fletcher with special sing­ ing each night. Pastor Denton Hart and the congregation want to invite everyone to attend! 7 p.m.: Revival at Zion Hill Church, located on Helton Creek Road. Minister is Mitchell Mash. Everyone is welcome. 7: 30 p.m.: Revival at Rock Creek Baptist Church. Bro. Clayton Hamby' wil bring the message. Everyone is welcome to attend. The Disabled American Veter­ ans will have a Flag retirement ceremony on the 8th of Oct. If you have an American Flag or a POW Flag that is unservice­ able and would like to have in our program please drop them off at the VFW building on Ashe Park Rd. in Jefferson on Monday the 17th between 5:30 and 7 PM and on Oct 8th between 5 and 7 PM. Thank you and for more info, call 336-982-3743. Buddy Greer, Commander DAV. Wednesday October 10 8:30 a.m.: Ashe County Chap­ ter of N.C. Retired School Personnel will meet at Shatley Springs Restaurant. Gwen Ash­ ley from the Museum of Ashe County History will present the program. Please bring school books especially middle school and high school age books for the Interagency Christmas Proj­ ect. p.m. Everyone is welcome. Fred Steelman is the pastor. Thursday October 11 8:30 a.m.: The annual meeting of Ashe Services for Aging Inc. and Ashe Senior Village Inc. board of directors will take 7:30-9:30 a.m.: Cholesterol 6 Blood Sugar Screenings at AMH Mountain Hearts. Cost is $15. Must fast for 12 hours. By appointment only. Call 8460744. 7 p.m.: Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission will hold its BROC Full Board Meeting at the BROC Ashe Office in Warrensville. Friday October 12 10a.m.-2 p.m.: New Beginnings Craft Fair at St. Francis Catholic Church in Jefferson. Lots of hand­ made items for holiday shopping and gift-giving. Proceeds benefit children in foster care and incrisis situations in Ashe County. Continues on Saturday. Saturday October 13 10a.m.-2p.m.:New Beginnings Craft Fair at St. Francis Catholic Church in Jefferson. Lots of hand­ made items for holiday shopping and gift-giving. Proceeds benefit children in foster care and in-crisis situations in Ashe County. Noon to 4 p.m.: Hunter Sightin Day at Ashe County Wildlife Club's rifle range on Peak Creek. For information, call Gale Elliott at 846-7405 or Chuck Spanbauer at 877-2262. Sunday October 14 Sugar Tree Baptist CHurch is having its first Homecoming. Service is at 10 a.m., with sing­ ing followed by the preaching of God's Word. After service, there will be lunch in the fellowship hall. Everyone is invited to at­ tend—please plan to be with us on this special occasion! 4 p.m.: Bob Child, Native Amer­ ican flute performance artist, will perform in the Sunday Sa­ lon Series at River House in Grassy Creek. Music starts at 4, hors d'oeuvres at 5, and a fourcourse Chef's Choice dinner at 6. $40 per person, plus alcohol, tax and gratuity. Call 219-2109 for reservations and information. 7 p.mi: Revival at Bristol Bap­ tist Church thru Oct. 17. Prayer room will open at 7 p.m. every night and services will begin at 7:15 p.m. Singers will include: Sunday night-Church Choir; Monday night-Arnold & Roten Family; Tuesday night-Heritage; Wednesday night-Vickie Sexton and Regina Combs Wednesday October 17 7 p.m.: Revival at Greenes Cha­ pel Baptist Church, through Oct. 21. Evangelist Tommy Wurth and Sam Hawkins will be the speak­ ers. Prayer room opens at 6:45 GOLD IS AT A 28 YEAR HIGH! $745.00* Per Ounce Dollar i!" Paid For Your ing. The pastor and congregation invite everyone to attend. 2 p.m.: The Annual Sprague and United Chemi-Con Retiree and Spouse Reunion will take place at Riverview Community Center. All proceeds from the catered meal will be donated to the center. Call 384-3535 or 3857733 for reservations by Oct. 1. If no answer, please leave a mes­ Noon-6 p.m.: 2007 Annual Charles Fleanor Memorial Flea Market at High Country Green­ houses on Hwy 88 in Smethport (across from Ashe Tire Service). Admission is free between noon and 6; there is an early bird spe­ cial with $5 admission from 10 а.m. to noon. All proceeds sup­ port Hospice. NOTE: Bring dona­ tions for the flea market to High Country Greenhouses between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. weekdays, Oct. 2-17. 3-4:30 p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks will be given at Ashe Family Central. For more infor­ mation call 846-0781. Saturday October 20 8 a.m.-4 p.m.: 2007 Annual Charles Fleanor Memorial Flea Market at High Country Green­ houses on Hwy 88 in Smethport (across from Ashe Tire Service). Admission is free. All proceeds support Hospice. Sunday October 21 Phipps Farm Friday Night Jam. Every Friday (rain, sleet, or snow): 7-10 p.m. Admission Free. Venue is Old Time and Bluegrass Mountain Music.AII music levels welcome, dancers too. Location: 2425 Silas Creek Rd., Lansing, NC. 28643. Info: Rita or Dawg Wood 336-3842382. How do Huskies' Fans celebrate after each Huskies' victory? They come to the Fifth Quarter. What is the 'Fifth Quarter'? It is a safe alternative and safe activity for high school and middle school students and their parents/ friends. The 'Fifth Quarter' is held after each Ashe County High School home football game. The location of the 'Fifth Quarter' is the Youth Center at Warrensville Baptist Church and the Fellowship Hall of Warrensville United Methodist Church. Activities for the youth include games, music, devotional time and fellowship. This event is sponsored by the Warrensville Baptist, Warrensville United Methodist, Smethport United Methodist, Clifton United Methodist, and Phoenix 4 p.m.: Martha Bassett will perform in the Sunday Sa­ lon Series at River House in Grassy Creek. Music starts at 4, 3391. Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday - Friday without appointments. Primary Care: Monday - Friday Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clihic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning', Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold services Oct. 14 through 28 at St. Mary's in West Jefferson. Holy Communion is celebrated at 10 a.m. Coffee hour immediately follows the service. The Oct. 7 service is the Blessing of the Animals, and will be held at Holy Trinity ir^ Glendale Springs. For information, call the church office at 982-3076. f/he Famiby a/Franh fAare rvishes hors d'oeuvres at 5, and a fourcourse Chef's Choice dinner at б. $40 per person, plus alcohol, tax and gratuity. Call 219-2109 for reservations and information. to thanh eoe/yyoncfbr their many acts of ftindness and sympathy dttri/iy the death ofoar loved one, Sunday October 28 C/Pe than/ryoif for the beaatifuffloafers, the memorial yijlfi* the delicious food, the 4-6 p.m.: Fall festival at Bald Mountain Church. Dinner will cards> telephone calls and oisifs, ^(Iso to follow at 6 p.m. Everyone is wel­ come. fltadyer Funeral f/Comc, to Slder ffames 4 p.m.:JBJass will perform in the Sunday Salon Series at River House in Grassy Creek. jffo \tell to the pallbearers and the ones adto sany. Music starts at 4, hors d'oeuvres at 5, and a four-course Chef's Choice dinner at 6. $40 per per­ i lfayy Hod bless all of you. ORDER DIRECTV TODAY. Watch tomorrow! ASK ABOUT NEXT DAY INSTALLATION. In select Markets. Subjedt to availability. 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Madison Faith Osborne and Alexis was crowned the Alexis Paige Howell compet­ 2007/2008 Little Miss Prin­ ed in the 2007/2008 Princess cess of Hickory. Alexis is of Hickory Pageant in Hick­ the eight-year-old daughter ory, N.C. of Tim and Tracy Howell Madison was the Tiny of West Jefferson. She is in Miss Interview and Tal­ the third grade at Mountain ent Winner, and she was View Elementary School. crowned the 2007/2008 Tiny Both Madison and Alexis Miss Princess of Hickory. are now qualified to com­ Madison is the seven-year- pete in the 2008 Princess of old daughter of David and North Carolina State Schol­ Lisa Osborne of Jefferson. arship Pageant in August She is in the second grade at 2008. Congratulations girls! Mountain View Elementary We are very proud of you! Everyone enjoyed the an­ nual fashion show, luncheon, and auctions recently put on by the Ashe County Humane Society at Jefferson Landing. As always, Libby's fashion show was terrific as was the singing by the Steel Magno­ lias. Jefferson Landing do­ nated their lovely facility for the event. The Humane Society board members and volunteers gave time and energy to display all the auction items so gener­ ously donated by the follow­ ing artists and merchants: Style Depot, Parker Tie, Village Florist, Burgess Fur­ niture, Ashe County Cheese, Greenhouse Crafts, Ashe Custom Framing, Debi Dwyer, WhiteHart Woods (Liz Rogers), Ashe County Motors, Mountain Outfitters, Ana Maria's Gift Shop, The An­ gel's Touch, Peg Vanderwarker, Ed Paisley, Cindy Kahler, McNeill's Dept. Store, Ashe Street Art Gallery & Studio, Suzanne Stay, Bohemia, Mary Kay (Michele Boyce-Obenchain), Smart Gallery, Petal Pushers, William Stokes, Tom Sternal, Acorn Gallery, Sallie Mae's Emporium, Stephen Shoemaker, Appalachian Therapeutic Massage, Lit­ tle's Health & Fitness Cen­ ter, Mountain Hearts Center, Cutter's Edge Salon, Frasers Restaurant, Pure Bliss (Raina Redford), PawPrint Grooming, Michael's 102 North, Yarntastic Yarn Shop, Ashe Chiropratic/Ashe Mas­ sage Center, Zaloo's Canoes, River Rock Gallery (Cheryl Williams, Linda McCallister, Clayton Proctor), Shatley Springs Jewelry and Gifts (Martin & Betsy Woodruff). The Ashe Humane Society greatly appreciates the gen­ erous support of the commu­ nity. Photo courtesy of Ashe Humane Society The Steel Magnolias perform at the recent Ashe Humane Society fashion show and auction fundraiser at Jefferson Landing. Try the all-new... www.jeffersonpost.com Adopt a New Best Friend!! 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The Hus­ kies repeated their previous 9-0 victory over the Eagles in the season with another 9-0 stomping of their opponents to improve to 10-1 in confer­ ence and 12-3 for the season. Singles results included: #1 seed: Ivey Tant winning 6-0 6-0, #2 seed: Lorna Vega winning 6-1 6-0, #3 seed: Ra­ chel Curcio winning 6-3 7-5, #4 seed: Roxanne Thomas winning 6-1 6-3, #5 seed: Courtney Bowers winning 6-1 7-6, and #6 seed: Ariel Farmer winning 6-3 6-0. Doubles results included: Ivey Tant/ Lorna Vega win­ ning 8-2, Rachel Curcio/ Rox­ anne Thomas winning 8-2, and then Courtney Bowers/ Ariel Farmer winning 8-0. The Huskies looked to avenge a loss from earlier in the season and create a tie for first place in the MVAC yesterday when they hosted Surry Central. A victory over Surry Central would place the Huskies in a tie for the con­ ference lead with the Golden Eagles. Results of the match were unavailable at press time. Look in Tuesday's edi­ tion of the Jefferson Post for details of the match. • • . . • Post photo by Michael Graybeal Post photo by Michael Graybeal Roxanne Thomas wins a point against her opponent on Tuesday with this play at the net. Courtney Bowers returns this ball during her victory on Tuesday while Coach Vickie Herman looks on. Volleyball loses close match in MVAC play ahead of the Huskies at 3-6. The Huskies returned to ac­ tion on Thursday with a trip to Surry Central in another key match in the MVAC race for third place. In the first match-up between the Gold­ en Eagles and the Huskies, the match was forced into an exciting game five-tie break­ er to determine a winner, and Ashe was able to pull away and.win game five to win the match 3-2. The Golden Eagles were anxious to get a chance at revenge on the Huskies and got their chance Thurs­ day. Results of Thursday's Post photo by Michael Graybea/ match were unavailable at Roxanne Thomas wins a point against her opponent on press time but look in Tues­ Tuesday with this play at the net. day's paper for results. by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor With the battle for fourth spot heating up in MVAC volleyball, every game is sig­ nificant. Currently, the Hus­ kies, Surry Central Golden Eagles, and Wilkes Central Eagies are all three battling for fourth place. The MVAC receives four automatic bids into the NCHSAA State Playoffs and Starmount, Forbush, and North Surry are comfortably in first, second, and third place. The Huskies placed themselves in a tough situation on Tuesday with a loss to the Wilkes Central Eagles to place them a game behind their opponents in the race. On Tuesday, Ashe trav­ eled to Wilkes Central for a conference match and suf­ fered a tough 3-1 loss to the Eagles. The match opened up with the Eagles gaining an early 1-0 lead with a 29-27 tough victory over the Huskies in game one. The Huskies bat­ tled back from an early 7-10 deficit to take a lead with the score 19-18. Wilkes Cen­ tral responded and earned a game point at 24-23, but Ashe did not fold and took a 25-24 lead. The teams would then trade points and Wilkes Central would eventually pull away and earn the 29-27 victory despite a very strong stand from the Huskies. Game two was a different tale for the Huskies. Follow­ ing an even start, the Huskies pieced together a run with the score 6-5 and extended their lead to 13-6. However, Central would battle back and narrowed . the Huskies lead to 17-14, but then Ashe would once again go on a run and cruised to a 25-21 victory to tie the match at one game to one. With the teams tied at one game each, game three was a crucial game. The winner would go ahead two games to one and place the other team in a win or go home situation in game four. In a mirror of the first two games, game three was another close heat­ ed battle. Neither team could gain a major advantage in the game as the largest lead was when Ashe led 4-0 at the start of the game. Wilkes Cen­ tral would rebound and took a 9-6 lead, but then Ashe also came back and narrowed the score within one point, with the Eagles winning 14-13. Both teams continued to battle and Ashe would take a small lead with the score 19-18 with a good play by Annie Hegar at the net, and then the Huskies would ex- by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor Post photo by Michael Graybeal Kim McNeil wins this point for the Huskies with a kill and continues to be a major factor in the Huskies' success. pand their lead to 20-18. Wilkes Central would then rally and tie the score at 2121 and continue their rally to a game point 24-21. Larken Mikeal gave the Huskies hope with a tip at the net for the score to extend to 24-22 in favor of the Eagles. Wilkes Central would claim the vietory of game three when the Huskies serve would hit the net and the Eagles won game three 25-22 to go ahead two games to one with the match heading into game four. Game four was a tough match for the Huskies. From the opening serve, Ashe ap^ peared to be out of sync and quickly found them in a 6-1 hole. Wilkes Central would extend their lead to 16-8. The Eagles would then continue with their momentum and would win game four easily with a final score of 25-12 to defeat the Huskies in the match three games to one. The victory over Ashe gives the Eagles a conference record of 4-6 to be one game Post photo by Michael Graybeal Caitlin Elliott drills this ball for a Husky point. On Monday evening, the Ashe County Huskies soccer team traveled to Ronda for a non-conference match up with the East Wilkes Cardi­ nals. The Huskies were able to earn a 1-0 lead off of a goal late in the first half, but EJast Wilkes responded with two goals in the second half to claim the 2-1 victory over Ashe. The first half saw offen­ sive action from both teams with Ashe attacking immedi­ ately after the game started. The ball remained on the Huskies' offensive side for nearly the entire first five minutes, but East Wilkes was able to clear the ball and start three runs, but Ashe's defense quickly stopped the runs. East's real first scor­ ing opportunity came in the fifteenth minute when the Cardinals were .awarded a corner kick. On the restart, the Cardinals' forward was able to get a head on the ball and sent it sailing over the top of the goal and Ashe re­ gained possession. The corner kick for the Cardinals gave their offense some life. For the following fifteen minutes, East contin­ ued to attack at the Huskies goal until Ashe got a run at the thirty-third minute of the game. The Ashe run re­ sulted in a foul against the Cardinals at the corner of the penalty box to set up a scoring opportunity for the Huskies. The Huskies' free kick was placed on goal, but East's keeper saved the shot with ease and the game re- Post photo by Michael Graybeal Boston Maler plays this ball Into the box to lead to the Hus­ kies' only goal, scored by Zach Holman In the first half. mained even at 0-0. The next offensive attack for the Huskies came five minutes later, when the first half was in the final two minutes. A long ball played down the right wing was controlled by Boston Maler, who then played the ball across the field to Zach Holman who directed the ball towards the Cardinals' goal. A nice save by East's goalkeeper was un- fortunate for East as the ball landed at Holman's feet directly in front of the goal and Holman then drilled the ball into the back of the net for the opening goal of the game and Ashe took a 1-0 lead as the game entered into the halftime intermission, Following the halftime break, East Wilkes came out attacking and in the first two See Soccer, page 2B �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Silver defeats Yellow Jackets, now 4-1 by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor The Silver Bulldogs Foot­ ball team continues to have success this season with two recent victories over quality and tough opponents to im­ prove their season record to an impressive 4-1. Their most recent victory was a 52-16 romping of Johnson County Middle School, which came following an exhilarating 3022 victory over the Wilkes Yel­ low Jackets. The Silver team has also defeated Watauga with a score of 34-14 and then their first victory came in the second game of the sea­ son against their fellow class­ mates, the Blue Bulldogs. This past week, the Sil­ ver Bulldogs journeyed into Tennessee for a contest with Johnson County Middle School. The Bulldogs experi­ enced a dominating play from numerous players. On the of­ fense, multiple touchdowns were scored for the Bulldogs on their way to tallying up 52 points. Jeremy Caffey led the charge for the Bulldogs, and <j ? .i jfe , *0 b •' XT X A fl*5l O ^ I *• * Post photo courtesy of Rachel Pugh only loss on the season. The Bulldogs was seeking revenge entering the game and af­ ter piecing together a stellar performance, the Silver team avenged the loss with a 30-22 victory. The game with the Wil­ kes Yellow Jackets was the third straight game that the Silver Bulldogs had a defen­ sive touchdown when Sam Gammons returned an inter­ cepted pass for a touchdown. Gammons also added another touchdown to lead the team to the victory. Josh Wineberg and Jeremy Caffey also re­ corded touchdowns in the sig­ nificant victory for Ashe. The victory over the Yel­ low Jackets was the first time The ACMS Silver Bulldogs football team pose for a picture following their impressive 30-22 victory over the Wilkes Yellow Jackets. This was the first time in recent years that Ashe has been able to defeat the Yellow Jackets and the Silver Bulldogs have compiled a 4-1 record on the season. his teammates Eli Gambill, Josh Wineberg, Anthony Ri­ ley, and Wesley Moore added touchdowns for the team. The offensive success was supported with excellent line Soccer play from the Bulldogs and an overall impressive perfor­ mance from the defense. Prior to the game with Johnson County, the Bulldogs faced the Wilkes Yellow Jack­ Maggylean Mahaffey is the winner for last week's Jefferson Post Football Contest. Congratulations! She guessed more winning teams than any other contestant, and guessed closest to the tie-breaking score. Please play the Jefferson Post Football Contest again next week! ets in their second match up of the season. The first game was a difficult game for the Bulldogs with mistakes and turnovers plaguing the Bull­ dogs on their way to their Upcoming Bulldog Sporting Events continued from page IB in recent years that an Ashe team was able to defeat the Wilkes Yellow Jackets. Coach Chris Taylor elaborated on the game: "Our kids played well, it was a hard hitting game, with our offensive line having an excellent game. We also played very strong de­ fense, which was a key in the game." Coach Taylor also com­ mented on the team's success this season as being a result of a good and solid supporting coaching staff. He is enlight­ ened with the way his entire coaching staff has bonded with the players and both the team and players are having an enjoyable season along with a successful season. WANT TO BUY Soccer LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND October 8: Central Wilkes at ACMS, 4:30 p.m. October 18: North Wilkes at ACMS, 4:30 p.m. October 22: Alleghany at Alleghany, 4 p.m. Silver Volleyball October 8: Central Wilkes at Central Wilkes, 4:30 p.m. October 11: ACMS Blue at ACMS, 4 p.m. October 18: West Wilkes at ACMS, 4:30 p.m. October 22: North Wilkes at ACMS, 4:30 p.m. October 25: West Wilkes at West Wilkes, 4:30 p.m. Blue Volleyball MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY October 8: Pincy Creek at ACMS, 4 p.m. October 11: ACMS Silver at ACMS, 4 p.m. Blue Football October 6: Yellow Jackets at Wilkes VFW Park, 4 p.m. October 9: ACMS Silver at ACMS, 6 p.m. 423-722-5113 Silver Football Post photo by Michael Graybeal IChase Smith works the ball down field during the Huskies (tough 2-1 loss at East Wilkes this week. minutes of the second half earned a corner kick. Ashe's defense stepped up and cleared the ball out of dan­ ger before East could take a shot and preserved their one goal lead. However, East was able to earn another corner ten minutes later and the results were different. With a carefully placed shot, the Cardinals' kick taker was able to drill a shot right past the near post off of the cor­ ner, and the bending ball found it's way into the back of the Huskies' net for the Cardinals to tie the score at 1-1 with twenty-eight min­ utes remaining in the game. The goal for East stunned the Huskies, but they were able to continue attacking at the Cardinals and a mere eight minutes later, the Hus­ kies had earned themselves a corner kick. With the re­ start by Chase Smith played to the top of the six-yard box, a header by Zach Holman forced the Cardinals' keeper to make a great save to deny the goal and the game re­ mained tied at 1-1. Both teams would con­ tinue to attack and neither team could capitalize on any of their attacks until the 71-minute mark. With only nine minutes remaining in the game, a run by East Wil­ kes led to a long shot taken by the Cardinals' forward towards the far post of the goal. The shot took a bounce and then skidded past the diving Huskies' goalkeeper into the back of the net for the Cardinals' second goal of the game and East Wilkes earned a late 2-1 lead in the game. Ashe was unable to score the tying goal' in the final minutes and the East Wil­ kes Cardinals were able to claim the 2-1 non-conference win over the Huskies of Ashe County. The loss for Ashe dropped their record to 2-8-1 for the season. The Huskies re­ turned to MVAC play on Wednesday evening with a trip to Wilkes Central to face the Eagles who are currently ranked first in the MVAC. Results were unavailable at press time. October 9: ACMS Blue at ACMS, 6 p.m. Save Now on the Quality of STIHL! 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Making his job more in­ teresting today is his col­ lection of classic uphol­ stery designs from Norwalk Furniture and Sunbrella fabrics that mimic fashion apparel, specifically menswear. Today, menswear is no longer a gender-specif­ ic style. In fact, you might say it has moved from the male body to the female body to the androgynous home environment with all the style and grace of an Astaire greets Hepburn movie set. Suiting up your uphol­ stery The migration of mascu­ line fabrics and patterns - from argyle to herring­ bone, tweed, plaid, flan­ nel and even the necktie stripe - to women's ap­ parel, even couture, is proof of its staying power and "unisex" appeal. "The look is right for the home," says Ruggiero, "because it is something you will nev­ er tire of. It's pleasing to both him and her." To suit up upholstery profiles, Ruggiero resorts to menswear-inspired blends from his Sunbrella collection of performance fabrics. His favorite pat­ tern is the ever-popular, traditional glen plaid - ap­ propriately called Glen. Inspired by a classic 1930s men's sports coat, the de­ signer softens it "for her" with a hint of tropical col­ or in a custard coloration. "It has a little bit of mel­ on worked in with dark chocolate," says Ruggiero. "Melon makes her happy - because it is seen today on the fashion runways without losing any of the masculinity in the pattern for him." Ruggiero also recom­ mends classic herringbone to clients - with row after row of tiny V patterns. His interpretation, however, is more subtle, making it even more appealing to both sexes. Houndstooth represents another option -a woven design of broken checks that find their way into high fashion collec­ tions each fall. Appreciated, too, is the fact that Ruggiero's fab­ rics are considered 'per­ formance'—making them resistant to everyday wearand-tear. Selecting classic, not trendy upholstery Upholstery anchors the room, says Ruggiero, who has been designing inte­ rior spaces for nearly 30 years. So, what to do when you want a high back tuft­ ed sofa with traces of Vio toriana and he wants an old-school style recliner for Sunday football? When tastes don't match up, Ruggiero offers these tips to couples. * Steer clear of a room full of furniture that is tied to a specific era of design. "It can be too limiting especially when accessorizing," says Rug­ giero. * Look for designs with-a traditional meets modern day persona. For Norwalk Furniture, Ruggiero has designed a collection of "trad mod" upholstered pieces. Among the sofas, chairs, ottomans and oc­ casional benches and headboards are a mix of more structured silhou­ ettes for him and, for her, softened, more detailed styles. * Especially suited for him is the English club chair called Arthur, ex­ tremely tailored with capped arms and a tight seat and back, while pleasing her softer side, you can add trim or em­ bellishments to the chair, such as nailheads, buttons and luggage stitching, all influenced by fashion. * Take an elegant piece of furniture and cover it in a subtle menswear tex­ ture, such as beautiful camelback sofa wrapped in sophisticated herring­ bone. His Study vs. I ler Sitting Room When confronted with a stalemate where nei­ ther side will budge, Rug­ giero often recommends his-and-her spaces. "If you can't get a couple to agree on a specific style in a main area of the home, then you try to give them their own personal spac­ es," says Ruggiero. Getaway rooms range from sitting to sewing, to reading and crafting for her. 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FOR COMPLETE LISTS, CALL OR COME BY OUR OFFICE IN WEST JEFFERSON. TO SEE MORE OF OUR LISTINGS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT www.c21 heritagerealty.com �PAGE 4B FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2007 JEFFERSON POST World Voyage Word Search Hidden Words: Q F 0 Find the words hidden in the puzzle below. Q S Y A D S R I M B H L L N E K J Z Q Q E I A K K P T S D Z Q R R I G V B A H U M D X 0 M E N R S 1 UwkAlikcs! Columbus Day a*M a ( h P r a c [ i c e Y T T H U I America Columbus Ferdinand X Hammock L Indians Y Isabella New World A Nina Z Ocean T Q Pinta Y X Portugal I G Santa Maria^ Ship P Spain H Voyage N I P U M Z G A N S I E T B B R N R C U H S I E G A Y o V Q Y 0 P C Z M B N F P H 0 T A L A Z S H D R U Y H I B S N V Q C P Y R L N N W W 0 R* L G A R L F F Z J C U L U B U L 0 C E A N L K C H M J C K 2) J 1 Solve the problems below. 1 S 0 s M I M M A Columbus Day uc or False! E D Y 0 91.(8 68t(Z060>Z(9 ZtHS IP£(P 28(8 09(2 WWU •1. The Crown of . 6. Columbus contributed to? 7. 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Main Street West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-246-2501 Your Local Link to Home Care * Continental Frame Shop * * Blow-Therm Heated Down Draft Spray Booth * * Member of the "We Care Program" using Safety-Kleen Environmental Service * 24-HOUR BURNER SERVICE I N S U R A N C E A G E N C Y NC Inspections Auto Express ATF Service Minor Repairs Kwlk Lube, Inc. Tire Sales Kubota. Ache =-\ou*A.taLlA. P R O p e r t . E S «—» @ Construction Co. 336-246-2611 West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-246-7101 11 Vannoy & Sons 19 South Third St. West Jefferson, NC 336-246-2307 • Toll Free 1-866-246-2307 wwwreqencypropertiesnc.com Jefferson, NC A PARKER TIE COMPANY PO Box 609 • 204 E. Main SI. 200HosPitalAve- HP ~\7 1 1 hank You 1 o All Our Sponsors! REGENCY PROPERTIES vty/l Intersection of US 221 & NC163 M620 NC 163-E West Jefferson. NC; 336-246-3600 Did you know that the hammock was first created by the native residents of the Caribbean Islands? The crew aboard Columbus' ship loved the invention so * 8 i (N V r 7 i ) H 0 n3 o a i »'omi much that they hung 1 Hd H A (a O O A N O d I A n » @ \ H 8 them in the ship and O a o h (3\XjKa x took them back to Europe. Today, N hammocks are a 0 Xl i d 1 a 102 d 1 z s i J O M n i a z popular item to 8 A S O O 8 J enjoy. f 2. One of three ships. www.classichomeshc.com MOUNTAIN CITY 8) letters only as many times as they appear in the phrase for each word written. Then compare them with a friend. We Build Your Home _ + 2,345 7) * 1 npl I fMSIA £1 F76,435 376 - 8 Columbus Dav Crossword oTxlAo The Way You Want It HQMES 533 -186 5) "Columbus Day"? On a separate sheet of paper, write as many different words as ASpecial NJL-V N) you write from the plirat 1. Christopher Columbus was born in Genoa, Spain. True or False 2. Columbus' most famous expedition to America sailed on a fleet of 3 ships. True or False 3. King Ferdinand & Queen1 Isabella were known as The Crown of Castile. True or False 4. Columbus was the first explorer to discover thej Americas & it's natives.! True or False O 3) • 64 + 2 How many words can ad the statements below. /Then decide if they are true or false. Circle your answer. d(n(e 1(3 dU'-suv R W D I Christopher Columbus, the son of a wool merchant and weaver, was born in Genoa, Italy. At the young age of 14, he set sail for the first time. On one of his voyages in 1470, there was a shipwreck off of the coast of Portugal. He was able to swim to the shore, and he made that country his home. In 1484, Columbus moved to Spain, where King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella, known as the Crown of Castile, became interested in his very adventuresome voyage ideas. On August 2,1492, Columbus set sail in search of the East Indies. The voyage was financed by the King and Queen. Christopher Columbus and a 90-man crew traveled aboard three ships on the trip to the New World. The ships were named The Nina, The Pinta, and the largest ship which Columbus commanded, The Santa Maria. Columbus never actually arrived on the mainland of the Americas, which he believed to be the Indies, until his third voyage to the new world. On Christmas Day of 1492, the Santa Maria sank off of the coast of Hispaniola. On January 16, 1493, Columbus set sail back for Spain aboard the Nina, arriving there on March 4 of the same year. His second voyage departed for the New World in September of 1493 with 17 ships. The ships carried people and supplies to begin colonization. Columbus would sail back and forth between the New and Old Worlds two more times before his death in Valladolid, Spain, on May 20,1506. He was 55 years old. Columbus Day is celebrated in honor of the voyages that Columbus made. Though he was not the first person to discover the Americas, he is recognized as one of the most important con­ tributors to colonization. He was the first Euro­ pean successful in efforts to colonize the New World. He explored parts of the Caribbean and discovered the mainland of South America on his third voyage. He never actually found North America, or a passage to China, which he hoped to find. This was because what he believed to be the Indies was actually South America. . -,»\\ps Sanitation Serv/VWillium & Amy Phillips 9 ll't Finally lltrt! A Borate Trash Service far A the County! We are now accepting new accounts flarhnit? Service Inrludrv Weekly or Blwrcklt Pickup Rrvidrntlal. I,l|iht Commercial and Small Bu.lnccv Accepted Contact us ai: SZH-39A-A9AA „r X2B-292..12I I • personal • construction West Jefferson, NC • 336.846.1044 fSjRF Ashe County Builders Supply "Complete Line of Building Supplies" 127 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson 336-246-3367 SO �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2007 PAGE 5B LIGHTERSIDE Super Crossword ACROSS 55 Sound 56 Sound 59 Nobelist Wiesel 60 Dundee denizens 62 TV's "— Incredible!" 64 Trickle 66 Sticky stuff 67 Tint 68 Broad st. 69 Fairy queen 70 Creative work 72 Terra — 74 "What — boy am I!" 76 Lowdown singer? 77 Pop 79 Pop 81 Pop 83 Charged atoms 84 Musical movement 86 Sheep's shaker 87 Bar 89 Bar 91 Bar 42 Deck type 94 Move 43 Reel swiftly 45 Reel 95 Hammer 47 Reel part 48 Choir 96 Campus member grp50 "Don't Be 98 Chou — —" ('56 hit) 100 Artist 51 Have in Benjamin mind 101 Pres. 52 Sound candidate 1 Press 6 Press 11 Press 16 Ramis or Robbins 17 Immature insect 18 —thanthou 20 Dressed down 21 Stage backdrop 22 Displayed 24 TV's 'The — Patrol" 25 Rock's — & the Juniors 27 Triangular sail 29 — later date 30 Gung-ho 32 Cassowary kin 33 Muff 34 Starting at 35 Salami city 37 Bouillabaisse or burgoo 40 "An apple of 1952 102 Wee one 104 TV's 'The — Show" 105 Parker of football 106 Vintner Gallo 109 —blade 111 Compass pt. 112 "Vostok I" passenger 114 Nest and burrow 116 Lamb, e.g. 119 Indian Zoroastrian 120 Boxer Griffith 121 Perfect examples 122 Bear 123 Bear 124 Bear DOWN 1 Arroyo or Hingis 2 History division 3 Speck 4 — France 5 Cartoonist Charles 6 Panache 7 Cole or Coleman 8 Weimaraner' s warning 9 Ellipse 10 Out-of-thisworld org. 11 Joyful 12 Fido's friend 13 Golfer Dutra 14 Place before place 15 Yvonne of "The Munsters" 16 Flung 19 Update a factory 20 Improve oneself, in a way 23 Clammy 26 Tavern staples 28 Glum drop? 31 Contribute 34 Covers 36 Bill of Rights grp. 38 Catchall abbr. 39 City districts 40 "Secret — Man" ('66 song) 41 Singer Shannon 42 Autumn birthstone 44 Greek vowels 46 Computer abbr. 47 Vast quantities 49 Nero TRIPLETS Wolfe's hobby 51 Apportion 52 Take the honey and run 53 — City, IA 54"— Sixteen" ('60 song) 56 Destruction 57 Tarzan. for one 58 It makes rye high 59 Freud topic 61 Pro — (for now) 63 Crone 65 "Nova" network 71 Tap 72 Baptism site 73 Descend­ ing, to Donne 74 Calculating reptile? 75 Olive — 76 Fit in 78 Plunder 80 "Ask — Girl" ('59 film) 82 Annoy 84 Actress Charlotte 85 Granada gold 87 North Pole sight 88 Bouquet 89 — majesty 90 Footfall 92"— Watched Trains" ('66 film) 93 Kirstie Alley's birthplace 94 Kind of curtain 95 Wrote 97 Priest or rabbi 99"— Weak" ('88 hit) 101 Shake­ spearean sprite 103 Singer Payne 106 Celtic 107 New York stadium 108 Pyramid, for one 109 Put the metal to the metal 110 "Under­ stood!" 113 Onassis' nickname 115 1002, to Tiberius 117 Augsburg article 118 Calendar abbr. Amber Waves by Dave T. Phipps (Zfthe family of {/Jetty Ryan Ivan# Wijatt utvuld i. like to thank evexyone utha came By the hou#e, called with thevt condolence#, sent ftowex#, caxd#, and Bxouyht food. Shank# ao much to the (Llleqhany County IReacue Squad, the ataff at tttleyhany Memorial Sioapital, and the ataff at ClllegAaiuj Stealth S)epaxtment fox the cane they yave out mothex. d apecial thank you to Steo. Rwtxy CUwood and {Rev. {Randy Uovelace fox a comforiiny a exvice and ayain to {Rev. {Randy Rovelace and the Sheeta family fox theix Beautiful voice#. Shank you to tDeanna SJaxxymoxe of Jodi'a CutUny Coxnex, Connie SJxooh# of SJxookaide Sloxi#t cuui to Janine {Royal fox all the caxe and Buulneaa you a hawed oux mothex. 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Jfie {amity ef, {Betty Hynti Cuatw Wya r I The coal , MIXED WITH WOOD, MAKES A GOOD COUNCIL FIRE OR COOKING F/PE www.jeffersonpost.com HOCUS-FOCUS Weekly SUDOKU BY HENRY BOLTINOFF 7 9 5 2 Find at least six differences in details between panels. 7 2 8 P N L J 3 3 2 5 4 7 H D F R E R A E C A Y X E C A L L A W G E N V R V U Y H T R A C C M S I) A E 0 E P 6 4 I G E C A K D Y E W T U H S P S Q 1 9 1 V S Q O c G 0 M K H c O E 4 4 6 O I G D B X Z O O X E H C u O R A L 1 6 fS\ R P N K R O N P A U L 9 4 PRESIDENTIAL THIRD PARTY CANDIDATES N M K 3 J A H F E L A E R O M L L Place a number In the empty boxes In such a way that each row across, each column down and each small 9-box square contains all ot the I &L C B R F M N Z T Y X V U T D N O M R U H T S S A H R Find the listed words in the diagram. They run in all directions • forward, backward, up, down and diagonally. numbers trom one to nine. DIFFICULTY THIS WEEK: * * * Buchanan D. Gregory D. 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World rights reserved. 507 East Main Street • Jefferson, NC 28640 • (336) 246-8856 Ashe Memorial Hospital Mount Jefferson Family Medicine is pleased to announce that ••HCJH Danielle Darter, M.D ID C1DBQDD ••••• ••• !••••• ••••• ••••••• 1EK1EKDD ••••kl •BBDDD ••• •••••• •• •• •• 6 £ S L 8 P 2 2 8 6 £ 9 L S L 9 S 2 t> I 6 8 5 8 L £ 9 6 2 I I P has joined their practice on October 1, 2007. 9 I £ P £ fr 9 I 2 S 8 I 6 2 I 6 I 8 fr £ 9 S L t- 9 I E S 6 2 9 E 8 9 6 8 6 2 9 2 tr S L I J0MSUV P L E Dr. Darter is board certified and will be providing a full spectrum of care to her patients, including obstetrics. She is a graduate of the Medical College of Virginia. 8 local news is just a click away For further information or to schedule an appointment call �PAGE 6B FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad 40-Lost & Found CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm CLASSIFIED DEADLINES Tuesday's paper Lost dog Beagle lerrier mix goes by the name 'Scooter' about 20lbs. Brown face white body with black spots. Lost in down­ town West Jefferson please contact Tim Steele.Home 846 1899, Cell 704-9286131. Reward $200.00 (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. Lost Fn Jefferson wedding band and en gagement ring. Large stone with smaller stones on both sides. Willing to pay large reward. Please call 843-729-2585. 100-General Services Charges Rates depend on size of ad and number of runs. Please call Classified Dept. for information. 4 Mail orders should be sent with payment to: PIANO SERVICE Call for free estimate Larry Carmichael 336-372-4247 STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 Ashe County Partner­ ship for Children is seeking applicants for Child Care Resource and Referral staff posi­ tions. Will assist Child Care Centers and Homes, provide train­ ing, professional devel­ opment, and assist •1&-Special families seeking care. Notices Qualifications include a 4 year degree in an If you have left \arly childhood educa­ pictures with us tion or related field. EASE remember to Experience in grants come in and pick and budget manage­ them u ment a plus. Offering THANK X >U competitive salary and Jefferso" Post full benefits package. PUtUSHF 'S NOTICE: For more information All icil e?'e advertising call, (336) 982-4588. in ths rw4*»Per is sub­ Apply through ESC ject tc v\> air Housing Act which as it illegal to with resume and appli­ advert! 'ny preferences. cation. EOE employer. Limital Jr discrimination Need a new job? took I TS kum- «r. The Jefferson Post Classifieds! Deerfield Ridge Assist­ ed Living is hiring CNAs. Also, hiring Resident Care Aides no experience neces­ sary- will train. Benefits available. Incentives. Great working condi­ tions. Apply in person 287 Bamboo Rd. Boone, NC. 828-264-0336 J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 Medical office seeking a MOA. Must have phlebotomy experi­ ence, computer skills, and the ability to multi­ task. Preferred medical office experience in as­ sisting physician with patient care. Please send resume to 200 Hospital Ave. Jeffer­ son, NC 28640. 230-Farm & Garden Equip. & Supplies 235-Christmas Trees 140-Help Wanted based ' race, color. rcligi°sex' handicap, ttnan«B'u® or national nrigir Jdes clilldrun ui\ 16 living with der tlpare: legal custodians, preg women & people sccu custody of chil­ dren er ,8- This ncwspnpt "I not knowingly accr ny advertising for logpitalo which is in viol1 of the law. Our reat are here by infcd that all dwellings adi|B*d in this newspa­ per available on equal op unity basis. To compl,. of discrimination call HMSll-free at 40 plus hours a week, CDL required, experi­ ence preferred. Good salary. Call 828-2654884. Tractor for sale $800. Call 336-982-2831. Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem, NC Phone:336-768-1177 Res.:336-468-8802 Bill Shugart (We accept personal check, Visa or Master Card) e-mail: classified® jeffersonpost.com Web: www.jeffersonpost.com Cement truck driver. Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 Office Hours Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 140-Help Wanted -ound miniature dog Dossibly a dachshund In Pond Mountain area. 336-385-9224. Department Policy Field of Fraser Fir Christmas Trees, Approximately 2,850, never cut out of, 7-10 ft, mostly 8-9 ft, will cut and bale. Call 336-384-2177 Fraser Fir Christmas Trees available in all sizes. Call for Pricing 336-877-7167 Fraser Fir Christmas Trees for sale, 6' to 10' 336-384-1436. 260-Garage/Yard Sales ASHE SERVICES FOR AGING YARD SALE Sat. October 6 7 a.m - until Located on Ray Taylor Rd in West Jefferson Call (336) 246-2461 for directions-lots of great stuff! I Men clothing, tools, furni­ ture, children's cloth­ ing, word processors, computer components, books, ladies clothing, kitchen items and a whole lot more!! First Garage Sale in 3 years! Friday and Saturday Oct. 5th and 6th 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Lots of different things In Beaver Creek behind St.Mary's Church. 260-Garage/Yard Sales Yard Sale Saturday Oct 6th 7 a.m -1 p.m. Baby girl clothing, birth to 12 months. Little girl clothing 5-7. Ladies clothing, house hold items, toys. At the home of David and Lisa Osborne 550 Friendship Baptist Church Rd Jefferson Yard Sale Sat. October 6th 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. Crafts, antiques, col­ lectibles, knickknacks, clothes, t.v., to much to mention! 212 Sunny Side Park Rd. Jefferson, behind Builders Mart Yard Sale Saturday October 6th 8 a.m.- until Linens, pictures, furniture, recliner, clothes, dishes, small appliances Moving/Garage Sale Saturday Oct. 6th 8 a.m.- 3 p.m. Items include furniture, household items, tools, books, records. 507 Bare Street, West Jefferson At the top of Candle Light Park 133 Iron Road West Jefferson. Call Sandra at the Yard Sale First time, 2 family October 6th 7:30 a.m. -1 p.m. Home Interior, cook­ books, men and wom­ en clothing, baby items, curtains, dolls, kitchen items, to much to list! Jefferson Post 336-846-7164 to list your business in our HWY 16 , across from New River Bridge First house on the left near Helton Creek Rd. High Country Business Services Directory!!! /$ 1-800-927-9275. jy Copy and payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tuesday Edition Friday by 9 am Friday Edition Wednesday by 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. 290-Horses & Livestock PLACE YOUR •LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 300Miscellaneous BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. Classifieds Work! The Jefferson Post 846-7164 Opportunites Available 3 Family Yard Sale Friday October 5th Saturday October 6th 6192 US HWY 221 N Jefferson Multi-Family Yard Sale 7 a.m. - Until? Saturday, October 6th Tools,antiques,clothes, Too many items to list. 708 Deep Ford Road 330-Pets CookwareDeluxe, NEW, 17 piece set! Heavy-duty surgical steel! 7-ply construc­ tion! Waterless and Grease less! Full life­ time warranty! Price at dinner party demon­ strations over $1850, now only $495! 1st five people to order receive a $450 liquid core elec­ tric skillet FREE with purchase! HURRY! vaposeal.com 1-800-4344628. For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 310-Musical mmc:jM J talc?-i• =am Grands - Consoles new & rebuilt - We lease, buy, move, tune, refinish & rebuild pianos Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 320-Office/Store Equipment Jefferson office space. Across from post office upstairs. 4/5 rooms. $400 a month plus utilities. Call Annie 336-846-1657. 330-Pets Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item, you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information -ree to a good home DNLY. German short hair full blooded with japers. 246-2855. PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 Old barns and chimneys in Ashe Co., will remove. 336-8773124. One ton truck with dump bed. 336-8773124. 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent Available to rent Febru­ ary 10-17, 2008. For Daytona week. St. Au­ gustine Beach Resort town house. 2 bed­ room, sleeps 6, with fully equipt kitchen. 51 miles or 1 hour to inter­ national speedway in Daytona Beach. $1200 or will sell floating time share week for $9,900. 336-877-8842. FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our Tor rentsections. Call us at 336-846-7164 House in the country. Baldwin community, Todd. 2 story, 7 room house. 3 bedrooms up­ stairs, living room, kitchen, dining room, bath, bedroom down stairs, wrap around covered porch, spring house with running cold water and a gar­ den spot, remodeled 7 years ago with new windows and siding. Absolutely no animals allowed. Call 276-6282472. 7:30 a.m - 4 p.m. Nights and weekends 276-623-9580. Ask for Bob. SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. Appalachian Ski Mtn. customer service oriented individuals for fulltime seasonal employment for the upcoming ski season beginning November 16th. Applications 260-Garage/Yard Sales Must be 18 and able to work weekends Need to Apply in Olui lOp EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL,INC. Want to join our health care team? Full-time projects Housekeeper Competitive Salary Year-round position Benefits include: vacation, health, vision, den­ tal, life and cancer insurances, retirement plan, medicine at a reduced cost. are being accepted for the following areas: Snowmaking Restaurant Reservations Ice Skating Nursery Lift Operations Office Gift Shop Security Terrain Park Ski Shop Ticket Cashiers Equipment Rentals Apply in person at the Main Office on the lower The Classifieds. ' Dwight Church Hardwoods 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 300Miscellaneous is now taking applications from enthusiastic, Classifieds Work! Saw Logs YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. Management 1-800-669-9777. i toll-totephone number the hearing impaired is 260-Garage/Yard Sales level of the lodge 9am-4pm, Monday-Friday CQ Empire Chrysler Dodge Jeep Areas Only Salaried Automobile ALES POSITION Millers Creek, NC Call for Prices 336-667-8655 336-957-6189 Wilkes Community College Automotive Systems Technology Instructor For more Information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu Wilkes Community College Information Technology Assistant/lnstructor-Ashe Campus For more Information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu Wilkes Community College Facility Maintenance Supervisor/Technician For more Information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu To apply: apply in person at Human Resources of Ashe Memorial Hospital or mail your resume to Attn: Human Resources, Ashe Memorial Hospital Inc., 200 Hospital Ave.. Jefferson, NC 28640 on-line at www.ashememorial.org or email to hr@ashememorial.org EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL,INC. Want to join our health care team? Full-time Registrar Varied 2nd-shift hours in our Admissions Department Competitive Salary Shift Differentia] Benefits include: vacation, health, vision, dental, life and cancer insurances, retirement plan, medicine at a reduced cost. To apply: apply in person at Human Resources of Ashe Memorial Hospital or mail your resume 1 to Attn: Human Resources, Ashe Memorial Hospital Inc., 200 Hospital Ave., Jefferson, NC 28640 on-line at www.ashememorial.org or email to hr@ashememorial.org (1) $300 Week Salary + (2) Commission + (3) Bonuses + (4) 401 K + (5) Insurance + (6) Paid Vacation + (7) No Long Hours EME CHRYSLER •JEEP • DODGE Just above Wal-Mart on the right Highway 421 •Wilkesboro www.empiredodge.com �FRIDAY , OCTOBER 5, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7B Classifieds 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent pruce Hill Apts Appli­ cations are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC "One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments "Handicapped accessible "Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance i m 500-Mobile Homes for Sale Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers FALL SPECIAL: 1400 sq ft home. 3 or 4 bed­ rooms.... 2x6 exterior walls thermopane win­ dows.. crown moldingleaded glass front door elevated roof pitch with 12 inch eaves!!! One piece fiberglass tubs only $54,900.00 set and delivered with pier footers!!! BEST deal in 3 counties.... New Gen­ eration Homes 336973-4462. 500-Mobile Homes for Sale AREYOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDDf# 1-800-735-2962 WANTED: I Your Classified Ads I The Jefferson Post 846-7164 First time home buy­ ers!!! Government backed loans!! No down payments. DoublewidesModularsLand home packages...Turn key New Generation Homes of Wilkesboro 336-973-4462 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 1190-Wood For Sale Homes! Homes! Homes! Financing! Fi­ nancing! STOP rent­ ing BUY NOW!! Low interest rate Govern­ ment backed Loans! New Generation Homes of Wilkesboro 336-973-4462. Check Out the West JeffersonAvailable Immediately! Apartment in quiet neighborhood, 2 bed­ room/2 bath Located: 607 Mountain Avenue Apt. #3. Large, modern kitchen with dishwash­ er, oak cabinets, Effi­ cient Electric Heat! Storage room with Washer/Dryer hook­ ups. Rent $475/mo. One year lease, depos­ it/references required, no pets. Call 336-3844734. i 500-Mobile Homes for Sale RED HOT HOME SALE!!! First Come First Sold. 8 New Homes Must Go. Dou­ ble Wides, Singles Wides, 2 Land Homes and Modular Homes.' Call Freedom Homes Wilkesboro 336-9732335. Fire wood for sale $60 for 3/25 ton pickup load unsplit, $75 split. 336-384-1428. I have 8 clearance models that must go. Save thousands, new credit programs, land home packages, modulars, double wides and single wides. Get your new home for Christ­ mas. Call Big George 336-981-4194 or 336902-6372. Please leave message. NEW GENERATION HOMES... WHERE CONSTRUCTION COUNTS! Quality 2x4 construction through out our homes!! 40% more lumber in our homes!!! Come and see for yourself!! 5 year warranty with every home we sell offering the finest manufactured home in Wilkesboro 336-973-4462. RENTERS!! tired of paying rent? Govern­ ment backed loans!! Easy financing... Low interest New Genera­ tion Homes of Wilkes­ boro 336-973-4462 530-Lots & Acreage Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 535-Commercial Property Commercial Building in Lansing for R3nt, 1034 sq fett. $300 561-750-2399 Northwest US3 Lawn Care, Inc. <;RADI\( CALHOUN CLEARING & GRADING • Foundations • Drainage/Erosion Control • Land Clearing • Road Construction • Water Gardens & Landscaping Wesley Calhoun 977-9040 • 846-4688 • 977-4882 [Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and part time residents of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, Fire wood, pick-up loads, low bow loads. Maple and cherry. 336846-8574. 1195-Legals PUBLIC NOTICE THE ASHE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMIS­ SIONERS WILL HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING ON MONDAY OCTO­ BER 15th, 2007 AT 5:00 P.M. IN THE SMALL COURTROOM ON THE THIRD FLOOR OF THE ASHE COUNTY COURT­ HOUSE. THE PURPOSE OF THE MEETING WILL BE TO DISCUSS A MORATORIUM ON BILLBOARDS AND OTHER TYPES OF SIGNS. 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 01525143 NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Ex­ ecutrix of the Estate of Leola Bare, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 2577 Idlewild Road West Jefferson, North Carolina 28694 on or before the 14th day of December, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This is the 12th day of September, 2007. Christy Winebarger Executor/Administrator for the Estate of Leola Bare NOTICE TO CREDITORS STATE of NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY of ASHE Having qualified as Ex­ ecutor of the Estate of Juanita Davis Richard­ son, late of Ashe Coun­ ty, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 516 D Mount Jefferson State Park Road, West Jefferson North Carolina 28694 on or before the 21st day of December, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. NOTICE TO Having qualified as Ad­ ministrator, CTA, of the estate of Renate E. Hilbert, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all per­ sons having claims against said estate to present the same to the undersigned to Jimmy D. Reeves, c/o VANNOY & REEVES, PLLC, P.O. Drawer 67, West Jefferson, North Carolina 28694, on or before the 27th day of December, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to said estate are requested to make immediate pay­ ment to the under­ signed. This is the 18th day of September 2007. Larry Dwayne Richardson Executor for the Estate of Juanita Davis Richardson This 24th day of Sep­ tember, 2007. Zach Edwardson Director of Planning 10-3-07 Jimmy D. Reeves H&J ( 1, Lawn Services Lot Maintenance Minor Landscaping Serving Ashe & Alleghany Counties FREE ESTIMATES yet our rates are still quite reasonable. "Since 1989" 9464 Hwy 16 N- Grassy Creek, NC 28631 Thomas Reed - Owner 336-246-3434 336-982-4651 ^445 Wade Vannoy Dr.•West Jefferson, NC/ V 336-385-8563 ASHE COUNTY FREE ESTIMATES Senior Citizens Discounts Serving Wilkes and Surrounding Counties ROOFIN6 29 Yeara Ejcuerienw Licensed in North Carolina VA Install roofing of all kinds Itoof Painting Insured it ALL Work (.uaranU'ed North Wilkesboro 336-670-3554 Hgr FREE ESTIMATES A l l e n IVlillcr , 336-384-3032 B OB'S T REE S ERVICE Serving the High Country , TREE/SUMP SERVICE)- "Fully Insured" •Tree Trimming •Tree Removal • Dump Truck • Chipper • Clearing Lots • Cutting Views • FREE ESTIMATES ROOP'S ROOFING All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs FREE ESTIMATES! Bob Cox |780 Anderson Hill Rd.* Lansing, NC| Owner: Charles Roop Cell: 977-2978 Home: 384-4978. COUNTRY Lansing, NC MMH| 336-384-2063 OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE Ray Cohws Tree* Service, I TreeTopping.Trimming and Removal John Barker 336-384-3222 Kenny Spencer ,336-384-2761 • cell: 877-7829 A All Dangerous Trees Free Estimates J O E 'S TV AND Appleseed Quality Home Repairs Mountain Welding Stainless Steal Aluminum Mild Sleel Handmade Gates • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation • Basement Remodeling • Commercial • Residential • Customized • Handmade Fences 24 Hour Welding Snrvlce Portable Units lor On-site Welding Ashe County's ONLY NC DOT Certified Pipe Welder Shop located at: 245 Von Turner Rd. • West Jefferson, NC Phone: 336-877-7511 17 years experience us- <EL15CT<RIC<A L Industrial • Commercial • Residential (paibi i ELdiicaT<S£t^ Contracting Co. IRWIN DRAFTING AND DESIGN Experienced in the construction industry Jacob Irwin 55 Acorn hill Road fhone: 33G-G57-0207 Sparta,.N.C. 2SG75 Email: jacob_irwin@yahoo.com "SR CONSTRUCTION NATHAN'S CONSTRUCTION f L Onesjj'* m. breat TV/I^ Authorized Technicians On Board 30 Plus Years Experience 982-3335 Excavating & flawliwg No JOB Too SMALL ? • Ponds «Ditching • Driveways •Gravel, Mulch, Dirt Michael Pennington 336-385-2346 Mobile : 336-977-1312 _ Decks ' Buildings ph: 1-336-620-1241 http://home.eartllnk.net/~npo/ — ALL TYPES OF GRADING • Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds Contact Robert Holman • Land Clearing • Road Building Office: 828-963-4069 Fax: 828-963-8610 1 Septic Systems • Basements • Footers ^ ejj. R28-773-6736 ]Woun\am Field Lot Clearing Basement/Footers Where Quality is a Tradition LICENSED & INSURED FREEESTIMATES zenithJb-r- TV'S & HOME THEATRES Specializing! in: All Work Guaranteed / Licensed, Bonded & Insured Grading Co., Inc Seasonal Opening & Closing All types of repairs and maintenance for your home or business. All calls returned. SALES & SERVICE Custom house plans Remodeling plans Material estimates Scaled models 336-877-5010 No Job Too Small or Too Large! Bush hogging r HOME REPAIRS James Ellis - Owner ftoone Landscaping, JVC ) & K P.O. Box 276 •Warrensville, NC 28693 Hedge Trimming, RJ SATELLITE cs CONSTRUCTION INSURED'FREE ESTIMATES & Tree Service 336-982-6218 Phone: 336-246-5634 Cell: 336-977-8701 Construction s Stump Grinding ' 336-977-1272 or Free Estimates Fitlly Insured 35 Years Experience Decks • Remodeling • Pressure Washing • Replacement Windows • Painting w x Cox' SANITATION S<E'RVIC£ •vWos Sanitation Serw William & Amy Phillips M- GRAPHIC DESIGN Meeting all your Graphic Design needs. No job too big or too small! 336-982-5145 ftreflycano<i@yahoo.com It's Finally Here! A Private Trash Service We are now accepting new Garbage Service includes: Weekly or Biweekly Pickup Residential, Light Commercial and Small Business Accepted Contact us at: 828-394-4944,828-292-3211 or 336-977-0500 Toll Free: 877-217-9866 • Sam - 6pm j �PAGE 8B FRIDAY/ OCTOBER 5, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals NOTICE OF GENERAL ELECTION; NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Municipal Elections will be held in Ashe County in the towns of Jefferson, Lansing and West Jef­ ferson on Tuesday, No­ vember 6th, 2007. The polls will be open at 6:30 A.M. and will close at 7:30 P.M. NOTICE OF KATHY LUNSFORD EXECU­ TOR OF THE ESTATE OF LESA RHENEA The following offices will be submitted to the voters; Jefferson, May­ or & 2 Alderman each for a 4 yr term, Lans­ ing, Mayor, & 2 Alder­ man each for a 4 year term & 1 Alderman for a 2 yr unexpired term and West Jefferson, Mayor, & 2 Alderman each for a 4 yr term. 1195-Legals Having qualified as CO-Executor of the Es­ tate of Shirley Mozelle Harless, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all per­ sons having claims against said estate to present them to the un­ dersigned at 980 Buffa­ lo Road West Jeffer­ son, NC 28694 on or before the 5th day of January, 2008, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate pay­ ment to the under­ signed. The undersigned, hav­ ing qualified as Execu­ tor to the Estate of Lesa Rhenea Hicks, de­ ceased, of Ashe Coun­ ty, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed on or before the 17th day of January, 2008, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to the said estate will please make immediate pay­ ment to the under­ signed. Having qualified as Ad­ ministrator of the Es­ tate of Sidney Reeves McNeil, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all per­ sons having claims against said estate to present them to the un­ dersigned at 110 McNeil Road Lansing NC 28643 on or before the 28th day of Decem­ ber, 2007, or this No­ tice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate pay­ ment to the under­ signed. This is the 2nd day of October, 2007. HICKS File No. 07-E-231 NOTICE TO CREDITORS This is the 21st day of September,2007. The registration books Kathy Hartzog/Steve will close on Friday, Harless October 12th, 2007 at CO-Executor for the 5:00 PM. There will be This is the 19th day of Estate of NO form of Absentee September, 2007. Shirley Mozelle Harless Voting in the November NOTICE TO 2007 Municipal Elec­ Kathy Lunsford CREDITORS tions. 224 Hicks Hollow Road Elk Park, NC 28622 Having qualified as Ex­ Persons who are not ecutor of the Estate of certain of their registra­ John.T. Kilby Laura Elizabeth Mitch­ tion status or their pre­ KILBY& HURLEY ell, late of Ashe Coun­ cinct location should Attorney at law ty, North Carolina, this contact the County PO Box 24 is to notify all persons Board of Elections in West Jefferson, having claims against Jefferson. The office is NC 28694 said estate to present open Monday through NOTICE TO them to the under­ Friday from 8 to 12 and CREDITORS signed at 141 Waddell 1 to 5. The phone Avenue West Jeffer­ number is 219- 2570. Having qualified as Ad­ son, NC 28694 on or ministrator of the Es­ before the 5th day of Registration facilities tate of Franklin D. January 2008, or this and polling places are Bare, late of Ashe will be pleaded accessible to the elder­ County, North Carolina, Notice in bar to their recovery. ly and handicapped. In this is to notify all per­ All persons indebted to the case of a voter not sons having claims the estate will please being able to enter the against said estate to polling place, they may present them to the un­ make immediate pay­ ment to the under­ vote curbside during dersigned at 349 N. signed. the hours that the polls Recreation road Wilare open. kesboro, NC 28697 on This is the 2nd day of or before the 5th day of October, 2007. The Ashe County January, 2008, or this Board of Elections will Notice will be pleaded Ron McCoy meet on Monday No­ in bar to their recovery. Executor for the Estate vember 5th at 5:00 All persons indebted to of Laura Elizabeth P.M. at the office, Suite the estate will please Mitchell 2A 00 on the second make immediate pay­ floor of the Courthouse, ment to the under­ in Jefferson. Canvass signed. will be on Tuesday, No­ vember 13th, 2007 at This is the 1st day of 11:00 AM, in the office October, 2007. in Jefferson. \ ~ated this the 21st day f September 2007 Ralph G Bare, Chairman Ashe County Board of Elections Wilson Eric Bare, Christopher Shane Bare Executor/Administrator for the Estate of Franklin D. Bare 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS Ashe County's only Subscription newspaper The Jefferson Post Bernard Calhoun Administrator for the Estate of Sidney Reeves McNeil 07 SP 75 AMENDED NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE NORTH CAROLINA, ASHE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale con­ tained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by Humberto Barrios By His Attorney-in-Fact William M. Self and Beverly Barrios By Her Attorney-in-Fact Wil­ liam M. Self to MI­ CHAEL L. RIDDLE, Trustee(s), which was dated March 3, 2006 and recorded on March 10, 2006 in Book 00343 at Page 2100, Ashe County Registry, North Carolina. Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby se­ cured by the said Deed of Trust and the under­ signed, Brock & Scott, PLLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina, and the holder of the note evi­ dencing said indebted­ ness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the un­ dersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and custom­ ary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on ty is/are Humberto Bar­ rios and wife, Beverly Barrios. in and, pursuant to de­ mand of the owner and holder of the indebted­ ness secured by said Deed of Trust, the un­ der-signed Substitute Trustee will place for sale, at public auction, to the highest bidder for cash at the usual place of sale at Ashe County Courthouse, in Jefferson, North Caroli­ na at 1:30 PM on Tues­ day, October 9, 2007, that parcel of land, in­ cluding improvements thereon, situated, lying and being in the City of West Jefferson, County of Ashe, State of North Caro-lina, and being more particularly de­ scribed as follows: of the Grantor after disturbance by the Grantee; and that Grantee shall share the expense of the electricity and main­ tenance of the well, pump, and associat­ ed equipment, said share based upon the number of house­ holds using the water from the well, all rights herein to be appurtenant and run with the lands herein described above. sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the Trust­ ee^). If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Trust­ ee^), in their sole dis­ cretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and re­ turn the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. October 12, 2007 at 12:00PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following described property situ­ ated in Ashe County, North Carolina, to wit: BEING ALL OF LOT 23 OF THE HIDDEN MOUNTAIN SUBDIVI­ SION AS RECORDED IN PLAT BOOK 5, PA­ GES 29 AND 29A OF THE ASHE COUNTY REGISTRY TO WHICH REFERENCE IS HEREBY MADE FOR A SPECIFIC DE­ SCRIPTION THERE­ OF. Save and except any releases, deeds of re­ lease or prior convey­ ances of record. An Order for posses­ sion of the property may be issued pur­ suant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchas­ er and against the par­ ty or parties in posses­ sion by the clerk of su­ perior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any personwho occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or re­ newed on or after Oc­ tober 1, 2007, may, af­ ter receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days" written notice to the landlord. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement pro­ rated to the effective date of the termination. Said property is com­ monly known as 123 Substitute Trustee East Hidden Mountain Brock & Scott, PLLC Lane, Crumpler, NC 28617. Jeremy B. Wilkins, NCSB No. 32346 A cash deposit (no per­ 5431 Oleander Drive sonal checks) of five Suite 200 percent (5%) of the Wilmington, NC 28403 purchase price, or Sev­ PHONE: (910) 392en Hundred Fifty Dol­ 4988 ' lars ($750.00), which­ FAX: (910) 392-8587 ever is greater, will be required at the time of File No.: 07-05097 the sale. Following the expiration of the statu­ 4806.0000561 tory upset bid period, 07-SP-87 all the remaining amounts are immedi­ 53QQQ34594 ately due and owing. NOTICE OF SUPSTISaid property to be of­ fered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, trans­ PROPERTY fer and conveyance "AS IS WHERE IS." UNDER AND BY VIR­ There are no represen­ TUE of the power and tations of warranty re­ authority contained in lating to the title or any that certain Deed of physical, environmen­ Trust executed and de­ tal, health or safety livered by Sherrie R. Dayne conditions existing in, Hodges and on, at, or relating to the Hodges, spouse, dated property being offered December 22, 2006 for sale. This sale is and recorded in the Of­ made subject to all pri­ fice of the Register of or liens, unpaid taxes, Deeds of Ashe County, special assessments, North Carolina, record­ easements, rights of ed on December 29, way, deeds of release, 2006, in Book 358 at and any other encum­ Page 2141; and be­ brances or exceptions cause of default in the of record. To the best payment of the indeb­ of the knowledge and tedness secured there­ belief of the under­ by and failure to carry signed, the current out and perform the owner(s) of the proper- stipulations and agree­ ments contained there- BEING Lot No. 2 of the Fairway Hills Sub­ division as recorded In Plat Book 5, Page 173, Ashe County Registry, to which re­ corded plat reference Is hereby made for a metes and bounds description of said lot. The above-described property is subject to those certain restric­ tions as recorded in Deed Book 205, Pa­ ges 90-93, Ashe County Registry, said document Incorporat­ ed by reference as though fully set out herein. Grantor, by signing this deed, and Grant­ ee, by accepting this deed, agree for them­ selves, their heirs and assigns, that Grantee shall have a right to obtain water from the well situated on property of the Grantor as described in Deed Book 150, Page 871, to supply water to the lands of the Grantee as de­ scribed herein, along with the rights to lay pipelines to service the Grantee's lands, rights to lay electric lines to supply elec­ tricity to the well, and rights of ingress and egress to install, re­ pair, maintain, and improve pipelines, electric power lines, well, pump and other related equipment; that Grantee shall reasonably restore the condition of the surface of the lands , ^ , Address of property: 145 Fairway Hills Court, West Jefferson, NC 28694--000 Present Record Own­ ers: Dayne Hodg­ es and wife Sherrie R. Hodges Where the Real PrQperty is Residential With Less Than 15 Rental Units: An order for posses­ sion of the property may be issued pur­ suant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchas­ er and against the par­ ty or parties in posses­ sion by the clerk of su­ perior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or re­ newed on or after Oc­ tober 1, 2007, may, af­ ter receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days' written notice to the landlord. Upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due un­ der the rental agree­ ment prorated to the ef­ fective date of the ter­ mination. The terms of the sale are that the real prop­ erty hereinbefore de­ scribed will be sold for cash to the highest bid­ der. The Substitute Trustee reserves the right to require a cash deposit or a certified check not to exceed the greater of five per­ cent (5%) of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00). In the event that the Own­ er and Holder is ex­ empt from paying the same, the successful bidder may also be re­ quired to pay revenue stamps on the Trust­ ee's Deed, any Land Transfer Tax, and the tax required by N.C.G.S. §7A-308 (a) Dated: September 19, (1). 2007 The real property herei­ nabove described is being offered for sale "AS IS, WHERE IS" and will be sold subject to all superior liens, un­ paid taxes, and special assessments. Other conditions will be an­ nounced at the sale. The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids as by law required. If the Trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any rea­ son, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the re­ turn of the deposit. Reasons of.such inabil­ ity to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankrupt­ cy petition prior to the Kellam & Pettit, P.A. Substitute Trustee Posted: Witness:. Assistant/Deputy Clerk of Superior Court For the latest local news, subscribe to The Jefferson Post. Call JoEvelyn at 846-7164 today! ft!; •meeR i« Your boss's name, the name of your company and a short message will be published on the Jefferson Post's National Boss Day page on T\iesday, October 16th, 2007 (Deadline for ad information is Thursday, October 11th at 5pm) $25 for Single Spot or $40 for Double Contact Sandra at the Jefferson Post for further details Phone: 336-846-7164 • Fax: 336-846-7165 E-mail: classified@jeffersonpost.com Or you may fill out the coupon below and mail to: Classifieds!Attn. Sandra Osborne P.O. Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Boss' Name:. Yes, I would like to purchase "Get on Board" Cards, Name i From: Message:. | Thank you for your support! | Ashe Memorial Hospital Foundation . I Company Name:. | Company Phone:. |Billing Address:. 200 Hospital Avenue • Jefferson, NC 28640 LO Single $25°° (3 Double $40°" We accept Mastercard and Visa ^ L 336-846-0712 " j �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2007 PAGE 9B COMMUNITY NEWS Latest news from Ashe Chamber of Commerce • The next Business Breakfast will be held at 8 a.m. on Thursday, October 11, at Little's Fitness, 1114 High­ way 194 North (top of Radio Hill). Come on out and get your morning started right! Please RSVP by Tuesday at noon, October 9. They also have a new website: www.littleshealthandfitness.com. • There will be a RibbonCutting for new Chamber member Scott Brothers Heat­ ing & Air on Friday, October 5,11 a.m. at the company's of­ fices and show room at 1870 Liberty Church Grove Road in Fleetwood. The company provides heating and cooling products and geothermal sys­ tems, including heat pumps and furnaces. Call them at 336-877-1702. Their Open House is from 10am - 2pm. • Dedication of the whimsi­ cal Imagination Library mu­ ral painted on the wall of the Visitors Center at 303 East Second Street in West Jeffer­ son will be held in conjunction with the Gallery Crawl on Friday, October 12, from 5 to 8 p.m. Call the Chamber for more details: 336-846-9550. • Chamber members, be sure to return your question­ naire and nomination for Small Business of the Year! Return both to the Chamber at PO Box 31, West Jefferson, NC 28694. • We had a great time at last week's Business After Hours at West End Wreaths! Special thanks to Scott Bal­ lard and to Dale and Deb Hudler for their hospitality. Click here for photos! • The First Annual Job Fair at Family Central last week drew more than 35 employers and 200 attended. The event was staged in conjunction with JobLink, Wilkes Com­ munity College, Economic Development of Ashe County and Ashe County Chamber of Commerce. Click here for photos. winemaking contest and live music! For more information, call them at 800-233-1505, or visit their website at www. thistlemeadow.com. The West Jefferson Lions Club is host­ ing an ALL YOU CAN EAT Pan­ cake Breakfast d North lina came t h r o u g h Ashe County over the weekend, bringing with it more than 1,000 cy­ clists, who spent an estimated $50,000. The cyclists used the high school as a starting base, many camping in tents, before leaving on Sunday on their five-day trek to the East Coast destination of Curri­ tuck / Knotts Island. Special thanks to WKSK, ACTA, the Museum of Ashe County, WalMart, Sammy Church, and the Smart Gallery for their assistance during the event. Click here for photos. • Chamber member The Berry Patch has a new web­ site! Visit them at www.theberrypatchfarm.com. The Boone Chamber of Commerce's "Last Chance" Golf Tournament is on Octo­ ber 7 and 8 at Jefferson Land­ ing. Contact Ginny Campbell at 828-264-2225 or ginnycampbell@boonechamber.com. The 10th annual Thistle Meadow and Grapestompers Wine Festival is coming up on Sunday, October 7, begin­ ning at noon.. Admission is $5 (includes tasting glass). Several NC wineries have been invited, including Ban­ ner Elk Winery, Chateau Laurinda, Lake James Cellars, New River Winery, Raintree Cellars, Weathervane, and, of course, Thistle Meadow. In addition, a Meaderie called Black Snake has been invited. There will be exhibits, food, wine tasting, an amateur House. The club will be flip­ ping flapjacks on October 6th from 7:00 am - 11:00 am in the cafeteria of the old West Jefferson School behind the Arts Center. The goal of the open house is to inform the community about the work of the Lions Club and who it serves as well as to increase membership. No experience is needed to be a Lion. Come out; bring your friends and neighbors. The Club is inter­ ested in people who have a few hours each month to help serve the needs of the organi­ zation. The Jeffersons Rotary Club Foundation is holding a fundraising raffle for a hand-made violin crafted and donated by Charles Wine. The raffle pro­ ceeds will benefit the Ashe County Armed Forces Tribute. Tickets are $2 each or three tickets for $5. The face of the violin is Sitka Spruce; the back is Flamed Maple. Get raffle tickets at the Chamber of Commerce Visitors Center, Blue Moon Guitars, and at Scott Harris Guitar Repair in Jefferson. For more informa­ tion, call 336-977-1427. River House and the New River Dramatists present JAMfest 2007 - an evening of great food and fabulous en­ tertainment at the Ashe Civic Center, Saturday, October 6. The event will feature mu­ sic by Emile Pandolfi, Wayne Henderson and Jeff Little. Hors d'oeuvres and a cash wine bar at 6:30 p.m. will pre­ cede the concert at 7:30 p.m. Proceeds will benefit the Ju­ nior Appalachian Musicians (JAM) Regional Resource Center. Call 336-846-2787 for reserved seating. The Chief Usher for the White House will be coming to Ashe County on October 16 to select the official White House Christmas Tree for 2007. The tree will be coming from Joe Freeman's farm. This is quite an honor for Ashe County's Christmas Tree Growers. Visit their website by clicking here. And visit Joe's homep­ age (Mistletoe Meadows) by clicking here! Chamber member Soar­ ing High Productions has a Fall Special: Outdoor Movie Nights, during which you can rent a HUGE portable outdoor screen (7X10-ft), 800-watt sound system and decorative lighting. Call 336-620-1430 for details! The Western Piedmont Or­ chestra featuring the Tchai­ kovsky Piano Concerto will be presented on Friday night, October 5 at 7:30 p.m. at the Ashe Civic Center. Call 336846-2787 for details. It's Fish Fry time again! Join Ashe Outreach Minis­ tries for fish, fun and a good time! This Friday night, starting at 4 p.m., located at 9382 Hwy 88 West - take 88 to Warrensville stay straight, past Blue Ridge Elementary and They are about 4.5 miles on the right - look for the flashing Fish Fry sign. Call 385-1314 for info. Finally, the Hardin Broth­ ers Band will be playing a concert from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Friday, October 12, in the Back Street Park, courtesy of the West Jefferson Commu­ nity Partnership. Any ques­ tions, please call 336-3844255. Members on the Web this week: The Cabin Store - www. thecarohnacabinstore.com Riverside General Store - www.riversidegeneralstore. THE JEFFF.RSONS ROTARY CLUB FOUNDATION KundraLiint! Raffle for a HAND-MADE VIOLIN CRAFTED AND DONATED BY CHARLES WINE ro BKNLHf TIIK ASHE COUNTY ARMED FORCES TRIBUTE TICKETS $2.00 EACH OR 3 FOR $5.00 FACE IS SITKA SPRUCE, BACK IS FLAMED MAPLE Tins TRIBt'l K IS ALWAYS A SOS-PAH UNAS, NOK-rOIJTKAL HWTO SHOW Ol* TROOPS AND VCTOUM T1LIT TIUtKOT-SO-SLKNT MAJOR!TV Of AMI* COITSTV. NORTH CAROLINA HTPORTS AND APPfUXIATU THF.M. Jefferson* Roiarv Club Foundation PO Box 1045 Jefferson. NC 28640 336.977 1427 DONATIONS APPRECIATED Holiday Decor Ornaments • Wreaths • Swags Arrangements • Oil Paintings Furniture Very Best in Lamps & Accesories Protect your kids from lead RALEIGH - This month, the N.C. Division of Environ­ mental Health's Children's Environmental Health Branch and other health and hous­ ing agencies are conducting a series of events to recognize North Carolina's Lead Aware­ ness Month in conjunction with National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, Oct. 21-27. Children are exposed to lead primarily through leadbased paint, which is com­ monly found in homes built before 1978. Although not used in homes anymore, leadbased paint can be found on toys manufactured in other countries, which has been the dominant reason for multiple toy recalls in recent months. Every year, approximately 300,000 children across the United States and nearly 1,000 in North Carolina are exposed to dangerous levels of lead in their homes and from the surrounding environment. In North Carolina, events will be held statewide and in­ clude informational sessions on elimination efforts, work­ shops for property owners, health fairs and workshops for parents, and free blood lead tests for young children. "Childhood lead poison­ ing remains a major envi­ ronmental health problem in the United States, and it is entirely preventable," said Ed Norman, program manager for the Children's Environ­ mental Health Branch. "Help prevent children's exposure to lead hazards among your fam­ ily by having your child tested for lead poisoning." During the past 12 years, North Carolina has seen a dramatic 88 percent decrease in the prevalence of elevated lead exposure among children tested, from 7 percent in 1995 to 0.8 percent in 2006. This momentum must be main­ tained in order to reach the ultimate goal of elimination by 2010. Without proper precau­ tions, disturbing the lead paint in homes allows dust to settle on toys, windowsills and floors. Children can then easily swallow bits of dust and paint chips. Children may also be exposed to lead through home health remedies like arzacon and greta, imported candies and toy or costume jewelry. Lead poisoning can affect nearly every system in the body. Lead poisoning often occurs with no obvious symp­ toms, and it frequently goes unrecognized. The only way to test for lead poisoning is by asking your health care pro­ vider for a blood lead test. 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Much, much more of some of the best maintained equipment we have been privileged to selll ANTIQUES AND HOUSEHOLD ITEMS o FnnnSMI Oufaftto h cf tUI InM or Ncrtnal llaa» kvOunty U«Im Indrtrt m (HyUoi r. nts" If* (1). (ftp? art (*)) f r«« « (0 ( «*•« terfcrtrt 4 trwur 6?7 /17Y «W UaU Inrtrfno Sato* Darim art C.orftn,.'*«« O-ynv* «rt (Ml PaM nteM.nfcir. 6M* DMtMteu Ml Q*VMP«(a« tv CXrtt Hal* (*,501 ntrl UOOi1 U*4Uda<lMa#r (1 111 *00)1 Real Estate to be sold at 11 :am with Farm Equipment to be sold immediately after OUTSTANDING FARM EQUIPMENT Him*, If UwMa ""*•» "•» rJtm >t£* JSiff, -If RMm 9Ma ITf I ctJ (MMuttxu flag. PP* * New Survey Available 18 Acre Tract. This tract of land also has good road frontage, fenced with spring and creek. Beautiful building site with excellent view of the mountains. MTnm* "7"' 6s O First Level has Lg. Kitchen, LR w/ FP && insert, 2BR, 1 BA, Hdwood Firs, Porch on two sides of House w/ great view of Mountains FWA Oil heat. Second Level has 3 Bedrooms Second Level has 3 Bedrooms and lots of Closets. Also located on the house tract are other farm buildings including a 33x100 hay Shed and a 33x100 Hay & Equip shed. dftjWuwrxrt ifirttmrndF/* c a r p o r t s , pfcwirt nrHrvwix-wWrf ten. *V» « PV* */>»»* «*/***»*> Uy « pKMtotftfe X i t « ' b b y •i w t p v M "* com Sally Mae's Emporium www.sallymaesemporium. com New Members: KayLeigh's Cabin - 336977-1427 - www.kayleighscabin.com Scott Brothers Heating and Air Inc. - 336 - 877-1702 h h 1 i « ki afcA*hyA-A-l V.. ri *««»»»• vf) iv«MI (W Oil Lamps, Antique frames & Pictures, Misc glassware, Clocks. Quilts, Pegged primitive hanging cupboard, Oak center table, (6) Arrow back Windsor chairs, Maple dining table, Old Grandfather clock, Cedar Wardrobe, Antique cedar blanket chest; Oak chest on chest. Oak bed-pegged, Bowls, several appliances Other items too numerous to mention. GUNS: 22 Browning rifle, 22 rifle (bolt action), 32 Smith & Wesson 38 Smith & Wesson. RACING MEMORABILIA Bill Elliott posters...Pictures...Collectible Cars...Cards Directions; From Hwy 89 West, take Hwy 18 N. 3.2 mi to Glade Valley Rd. (SR1444) left 3 mi. to Barrett Rd., right and follow 2 mi. to Wagoner Ridge Rd., left to sale site on left. Signs Posted. Terms: 10% deposit day of sale on real estate, balance due on delivery of deed. Cash or approved check on day of sale on personal property. 10% buyer's premium. For additional information or terms call or visit website. Sold "AS IS" Sale conducted for the Heirs of the late Eva Sue Wagoner ROGERS REALTY 4 AUCTION CO.. INC. www.rogersrealty.com Bracky Rogers & Dustin Rogers, Sales Managers (336) 789-2926 NCAL #685 �PAGE 10B FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Volunteers needed Opportunities abound for volunteering in Ashe County. The following programs need your help. chance to network with other caregivers, meet area provid­ ers and enjoy refreshments. The evening will end with Candlelight Reflections, a statewide event to honor all family caregivers and those affected by Alzheimer's dis­ ease. Volunteers are needed to help with set-up, serving food and cleanup. Anyone inter­ ested in volunteering, or for more information, may call Natasha Gouge at 246-1520. Children's Christmas Project Plans are underway for the 2007 Children's Christ­ mas Project. The Ashe Baptist Association, the Ashe Minis­ terial Association and other Ashe County churches along with the Ashe County DSS, Partnership for Children, the Ashe County Schools and the Ashe County Volunteer Initia­ tive are again planning this ' event. The Children's Christmas Project helps less fortunate children in Ashe County share in the bounties of the season. Gift wrapping will be Dec. 311 at Family Central and dis­ tribution will be Dec. 12. Any­ one interested in volunteering for this worthy cause can call Dawn Goodman, Ashe Coun­ ty Volunteer Coordinator at 246-2461 or email goodman_ dawn@yahoo.com Helping the Homeless Senior Prescription Drug Coverage Medicare prescription drug coverage is insurance that covers the cost of drugs at par­ ticipating pharmacies. Every­ one with Medicare is eligible for this coverage, regardless of income, resources, health status or current prescription expenses. Some folks may also receive additional help with premiums based on their income. The next opportunity to enroll is Nov. 15 through Dec. 31. Information on prescrip­ tion drug coverage plans is available at www.medicare. gov. Volunteers at the Ashe Senior Center, located in the Ashe Services for Aging, Inc. building on ChattyRob Lane in West Jefferson will be available to assist folks with making the best decision to suit their needs. Information and applications will also be available on Low Income Sub­ sidy (LIS). If anyone would like to vol­ unteer with the program, or for more information, please contact Louise Caudill at 2464347. Training is required to volunteer with the program. The Ashe County Depart­ ment of Social Services needs help in raising funds to assist the homeless folks they serve. According to a DSS spokes­ person, "There is a real need in this county that a lot of people don't know about. We see a lot of people come in our office, especially in the winter months and we have no place here so we send them to an­ other county that is willing to work with us but they need to be compensated. They charge $25 per person and we don't have any funding for this." DSS would like to have $500.00 to help with this cause. Anyone interested in holding a fundraiser or con­ Income Tax Assistance tributing to this cause, please The Ashe County Public call Dawn Goodman at 246- Library will be assisting low 2461 or Brandi Legge at DSS income residents with filing jrt 219-2761. their 2007 State and Federal Caregiver Appreciation income taxes. Laurie BaumThe Ashe Family Caregiver gardner, Adult Services Li­ Council, a non-profit organiza­ brarian, is coordinating the tion will present a Caregiver library's efforts. Volunteers Celebration on Thursday, Nov. are needed to assist with this 8 to help increase awareness program. about family caregiver issues Volunteers will need to and to honor all Ashe County have 16 hours of training and residents who have taken on may train on-line. The train­ the role of caregiver. The cel­ ing will take place in Novem­ ebration will take place at ber and December. Tax assis­ Ashe Services for Aging from tance will be offered Tuesday, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday and Saturdays be­ Caregivers will be recog­ ginning the last week of Janu­ nized for their hard work and ary and end April 15. This will dedication and will have the be for basic tax assistance for individuals and families (no businesses). For more information, please call Laurie at 846-2041 or email lbaumgardner@arlibrary.org. Make a Difference Day 2007 Make a Difference Day is always held the last Saturday in October, this year on Oct. 27. It is a national day of help­ ing others and is sponsored by USA Weekend Magazine. Millions of people have par­ ticipated in various ways to help make their communities a better place to live. Some of the ways you can get involved in our commu­ nity include: • Serve food and share fel­ lowship at Soup for You on Saturday mornings • Volunteer with the In­ come Tax Assistance pro­ grams in Ashe County • Visit a nursing home • Tutor someone who needs help learning English • Organize a canned food drive in your community, school, club, church or work­ place • Volunteer with A Safe Home for Everyone, Ashe County's domestic abuse shel­ ter • Volunteer with the Ashe Family Caregiver Council's Caregiver Celebration in No­ vember • Donate blood • Clean up trash along the New River • Participate in the Chil­ dren's Christmas Project • Help seniors in your com­ munity paint or repair their homes • Find out what you can do to help register, people to vote and volunteer on election day • Begin making "I Care" kits with socks, toothbrushes, combs, shampoo, etc. for se­ nior citizens, homeless and abuse shelter residents to donate at Christmas • Volunteer with the Mu­ seum of Ashe County History • Mentor a child or youth • Volunteer with the Foster Grandparent program • Volunteer with your lo­ cal fire department or rescue squad. For more information on these programs and learning how you can volunteer in your community, call Volunteer Co­ ordinator Dawn Goodman at 246-2461. Photo courtesy of Don Sloan Cathy Allinder, owner of New River Photography, is a new member of the Ashe County Chamber of Commerce. She specializes in pets,children, and family and event photography in natural settings. In addition, she does fine art, nature, home and office decor, and assignment photography. For information, call 982-6236 or go online to www.newriverphotography.net. $745.00* Per Ounce GOLD IS AT A 28 YEAR HIGH! DAYS ONLY! Chains & Bracelets New Beginnings plans craft fair Oct. 12-13 New Beginnings will hold New Beginnings has been its annual Craft Fair on Fri­ operating for the past 10 day, Oct. 12 and Saturday, years serving the needs of Oct. 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 foster and in-crisis children p.m. at St. Francis Catholic in Ashe County. The three Church next to the post office main organizations that ben­ in Jefferson. efit from the services of New Find lots of interesting Beginnings are the Depart­ and unique handmade items ment of Social Services, the and get a head start on your Ashe County Sheriff's De­ holiday shopping season. Pro­ partment and A Safe Home ceeds go to the New Begin­ for Everyone. Any child in the nings organization for com­ county whose plight is report­ ed to New Beginnings by an munity service. ALL GOLD Sale Ends 10-13-07 authorized individual will be served. New Beginnings receives no funding other than dona­ tions or funds that the orga­ nization generates through fundraisers such as the an­ nual Craft Fair and raffles. New Beginnings is fortunate to receive donations from in­ dividuals, organizations and businesses that recognize the importance of the service per­ formed for the community. 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At about 6 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 30, authorities allege that Robert Delaine Dillard, 41, of West Jefferson, came to the home of his estranged wife in the Helton community. "He asked her for a ride to his father's home," said Sheriff James Williams. According to court records, at the time of the incident, Dillard was al­ ready facing charges of driv­ ing with a revoked license and driving a motor vehicle with no registration or insur­ ance. "She agreed to give him a ride," Williams said. At some point in the trip south, Dillard allegedly produced a 12 gauge shotgun and threatened to kill his estranged wife, another man (who was not in the car) and himself. An altercation between the two ensued, and the gun discharged within the vehicle. Dillard allegedly struck her with the weapon. The woman was able to pull off Highway 88 and stop at a parking area near the Devil's Stairs, south of Warrensville. She managed, Williams said, to get him out of the vehicle, lock the doors and drive off. Dillard was subsequently arrested and faces the follow­ ing charges: •Attempted murder; •Assault with a deadly weapon, inflicting serious in­ jury; •Second degree kidnap­ ping; and •Communicating threats At press time, he remained in Ashe County jail under a $200,000 secured bond. Habitat chapter seeks to build affordable homes by Jim Thompson Editor As housing prices in the county continue to soar, a newly forming Habitat for Humanity chapter wants to make a difference. The group will be part of the international organiza­ tion that has built almost a quarter million affordable homes over the last 30 years. Their goal is to help work­ ing families afford their own homes here in the county. "We will have our 501(c)3 status in three to four weeks," said Don Sloan, a member of the steering committee that is working to form the chap­ ter. The goal of the group is summed up in a document Sloan shared with the Jeffer­ son Post: "Imagine a commu­ nity—right in the middle of Ashe County's beautiful, roll­ ing, wooded hillsides—where local, hard-working families can find decent, affordable • • • • • • • housing for decades to come. "Land and energy-efficient houses they can help build— along with a much larger Christian community—and pay back with low- or no-in­ terest mortgages—with the idea of keeping each home within reach of an average family's modest income." The steering committee behind this efforts includes these members: Brian Ad­ ams, innkeeper, Buffalo Tav­ ern B&B; Kim Hadley; Donnie Hadley; Tracie Jordan, attorney; Greg McGinnis, town manager 6f West Jeffer­ son; Bradley McNeill, retired principal; Harold Parks, own­ er, UPS Store; Walt Petersen, Mountain Select Properties of Ashe; Rev. Lewis Poag, pas­ tor, Bethany United Method­ ist Church; Rena Powers, per­ sonnel administrator, Ashe Schools; Patty Shay, manager. Ashe County Farmers Mar­ ket; Don Sloan, marketing, Ashe Chamber of Commerce; Linda Sloan; Carol Coulter, Family Central; Lon Coulter, Edd Dickens; Betsy Dickens, Tracy-Lynn Schuster, physi­ cal therapy director, Ashe Memorial Hospital; Beth Dixon, executive director, Ashe County Chamber of Commerce; William Warner, landscape architect, RaleighWest Jefferson; Don Norwood and Marlene Norwood. Sloan stressed all these people were representing themselves, not particular agencies, in this effort. The homes they seek to build would include three bedrooms and be specially de­ signed—and guaranteed—to have utility costs of less than Post photo by Linda Burchette $30 per month year round. Ethan Ham and Emily Ham from the Lansing area and Hayley Johnson of Crumpler find their For more information way out of the Corn Maze in Jefferson. It's an exciting adventure and family fun for all ages about Habitat for Humanity, open through Halloween night. visit their website at www. habitat.org. For more in formation about the efforts underway in Ashe County, call Don Sloan at 877-5190. by Linda Burchette Daniel Roten along with an nity. It's fun for all ages. Fun at the Corn Maze additional partner for the You'll be "a-mazed" at the Corn Maze, Daniel Shires, family fun to be had at the Extension agent in Cleveland Corn Maze just outside Jef­ County. ferson. Folks of all ages can The "corn cops" patrol the enjoy games, painting pump­ scene to make sure everyone kins, food, and then lose is having a good time. There's themselves - or find their a kid zone with airwalk, way out - of two mysterious monster shot where you can cornfields. launch tennis balls into the Have some good old-fash­ pond and Bailey the dog will ioned fun in a beautiful rural recover them, a scarecrow's setting. It's the second year pipe slide, corn toss, conces­ for the Corn Maze, organized sions, and of course, the maze. by Mountain Advantage Tree Do you remember getting lost & Landscape business part­ in the cornfields as a kid? ners Marty Peters and Matt Have you ever wanted to try Peters, Jake Matthews and it? Well, now is your opportu­ Assistant Editor There is a fee for partici­ pation and group rates are available. Buy a pumpkin and paint it for free. The Corn Maze is open Thursdays and Fridays, 5-9 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sundays, 2-7 p.m. through Oct. 31. Daytime hours during the week are available by appointment. And there will be a special "Haunted Maze" the weekend before Halloween and on Hal­ loween evening. To find the Corn Maze, turn onto Roby Poe Road off See Maze, page 5 ABC store to open Nov. 1 Post photo by Linda Burchette The whimsical mural featuring the Imagination Library program in Ashe County, painted on the Chamber of Commerce building wall by Alyssa Ray, will be dedicated on Friday, Oct. 12 at 5 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend and enjoy doughnuts and cider and learn more about this special reading program for young people. Mural dedication Friday by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Climb aboard the "Imagi­ nation Station" and enjoy a world of endless possibilities through reading. This is the opportunity offered to chil­ dren through Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, brought to Ashe County last year by the Ashe County Chamber of Commerce and many spon­ sors. A special dedication is planned for Friday, Oct. 12 at 5 p.m. at the Chamber build­ ing in West Jefferson for the "Imagination Station" mural painted by Alyssa Ray. Chamber Executive Direc­ Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com tor Beth Dixon said the Cham­ ber was looking for someone to paint a mural honoring the new program, and last spring found Alyssa, a young local artist who is a student at the University of North Carolina in Asheville. "We told her we'd like to have something child-like and whimsical with a train theme for the mural," said Dixon, "and she came up with 'Imagination Station,' a design with a train engine and cars on a track with the names of those who have do­ nated to the program along the track. This program could not exist without the do­ nors just like the train could not run without tracks. We thought the train tracks with See Mural, page 5 Energy reduction workshop offered Ashe County Center of the NC Cooperative Extension Service will conduct an "Energy Reducing Expenses in Public Buildings & Commercial Facilities" workshop on Tuesday, Oct. 23, 1:30-4:30 p.m., at the Agricultural Service Center in Jefferson. As thermometers drop and energy prices climb this fall, public agencies, local businesses and non­ profit organizations can learn no-cost and low-cost ways to save on energy bills by attending this free educational workshop. It is sponsored by the State Energy Office of the NC Dept. of Administration, by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Doug Williamson brings both experience and a love for the Ashe County community to his new job as manager of the West Jefferson ABC store expected to open Nov. 1. A native of Missouri, and resident of Alleghany County since 1975, Williamson has worked at the Sparta ABC store for four years, the past three as manager. He is ex­ cited about the opportunity to work in West Jefferson. "I love this town and ev­ erybody's been so nice," Wil­ liamson said. "I haven't met anyone who hasn't been just so nice to me. I want to be involved in the town and the community." , Williamson said he en­ joys going above and beyond his job of managing the ABC store. He intends to take ad­ vantage of a free program offered by the state for bring­ ing in representatives of the Post photo by Linda Burchette Doug Williamson will man­ age the new ABC Store in West Jefferson. ABC Commission to work in the schools on alcohol aware­ ness. Similar to what the DARE program teaches, this program offers young people information about the effects of alcohol. "I also have an open door policy," Williamson said, "and will discuss the store with the E-Conservation Program, Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation, and NC Cooperative Extension. Registration is required as space is limited. Call 219-2650. Corrections The name of a suspect reported in Friday's newspaper was given in a press release from the Sheriff's Office as Chester Shepard. The correct spelling of his name is Chester Allen Shepherd. We regret the error. In last week's article about the Haz-Mat anyone interested or who has questions." Williamson will have his employees trained in how to sell and how to refuse sales of alcohol. He will manage three employees, all local residents, and the staff answers to the West Jefferson ABC Board whose members are Chris Barr, Jak Reeves and Russell Killen. Tony Lyall, owner of T&D Satellite Sales and Ser­ vice in Crumpler, will serve as assistant manager for the West Jefferson ABC store. "The mayor, town manager, town board and ABC board are all pro active and involved in this project," Williamson said. "You don't see that very often. These folks put a lot of work and effort into this. I appreciate all they've done to help me." Williamson expects the West Jefferson ABC store to do well. He said Ashe Coun­ ty recorded around $8,000 A Df A situation in Helton, there was an incorrect spelling in the name of Susan Massengale with the North Carolina Division of Water Quality public information. We regret the error. Clarification In the article on the pesticide spill in Helton, it was stated that a "250-gallon tank of pesticide fell off a trailer..." In fact, it was a 250-gallon tank that contained a mxiture of water and 41 ounces of pesticide, which is the normal admixture as reported later in the article. C �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Lottie Rae Gilley Aberdeen, Md. Died September 29, 2007 LOTTIE RAE GILLEY, age 81, of Aberdeen, MD, died on September 29, 2007 at Harf­ ord Memorial Hospital, Havre de Grace, MD. Born in West Jefferson, NC, she was the daughter of the late Albert Byard and Elizabeth Enice Burkett Houck and wife of the late Vaughn Gilley. She had worked at Bata Shoe Company where she was an inspector. A longtime member of Upper Room Gospel Taber­ nacle, she enjoyed Bible read­ ing and cooked for all church events. She is remembered by her family for being the best mother. She loved her grand­ children and great-grandchil­ dren and enjoyed Christmas holiday, and loved gardening and cooking. Mrs. Gilley is survived by three children, Marion Suzanne Miller of Elkton, MD; Jeanne Baker of Havre de Grace, MD; and Michael Shayne Taylor of Joppa, MD; one sister, Reba Greene of King George, VA; ten grand­ children, Tamblyn D. Cullum of North East, MD, Earl Cul­ lum of California, Leah Visser of North East, MD, Shawna Kauffman and Brent Kauffman, both of Joppa, MD, Jen­ nifer Graybeal of Havre de Grace, MD, Jayme Haase and James Baker, both of Havre de Grace, MD, Michael Taylor II of Joppa, MD, and Nicholas Taylor of Port Deposit, MD; and six great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband, she was prede­ ceased by a daughter, Patricia Kauffman and ten siblings. Services were held at Up­ per Room Gospel Tabernacle, Joppa, MD on Wednesday, Oc­ tober 3, 2007 at 11 a.m. with Rev. Johnny R. Grose offici­ ating. Interment was in Mt. Zion United Methodist Church Cemetery, Bel Air, MD. Pallbearers were L.J. Bak­ er, Brent Kauffman, Chad Cullum, Michael Taylor, Nick Taylor, and Jeff Graybeal. Contributions may be made to Upper Room Gospel Taber­ nacle, 1809 Heim Lane, Joppa, MD 21085. Memory tributes may be sent to the family at mccomasfuneralhome.com. Valle Country Fair coming Oct. 20 Leah Beatrice Lyalls Jefferson July 27, 1907 October 5, 2007 Mrs. Leah Beatrice Lyalls, age 100 of Jefferson died Fri­ day, October 5, 2007 at the Margate Nursing Care Cen­ ter in Jefferson. Mrs. Lyalls was born July 27, 1907 in Ashe County. She was the widow of Ambrose Lyalls. She is survived by two sons, Arvil Lyalls of Mountain City, Estel Blevins TN and Burl Lyalls of Crumpler, NC; and one daughter, Mrs. Opal Ballou of Jeffer­ son, NC. Eight grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren and eight great-great-grand­ children also survive. Mrs. Lyalls was preceded in death by two sons, Jimmy VALLE CRUCIS, NC— magicians and more. Food is central to any cel­ and Darrell Lyalls. For the members of the Funeral services were held Church of the Holy Cross in ebration of the harvest sea­ on Sunday afternoon, October Valle Crucis, North Carolina, son, and the members of the 7, 2007 at 3 p.m. at the cha­ belonging to a small moun­ Church of the Holy Cross pel of Boone Family Funeral tain parish where pilgrims cook for days to be certain Home. The family receive have gathered to worship that there will be lots of fla­ dfriends from 2 to 3 p.m. prior for 165 years is a privilege vor for their guests to enjoy. to the services at the funeral and a blessing. As a grateful The fragrance of Brunswick home. Interment followed in expression of love for their Stew, barbecue, chili and the Ashelawn Memorial Gar­ community, this little coun­ sausages and onions will be dens cemetery. try congregation embraces in the frosty fall air to stim­ You may give the family its heritage each fall by pull­ ulate appetites and tables your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. ing together a celebration and chairs will be available of place known as the Valle under a large tent next to the com. Country Fair. The promise music stage to give guests a Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is of crafts, food and mountain comfortable and entertain­ in charge of these arrange­ music attracted more than ing place to chow down on 12 thousand visitors in 2006 all the home cooking. ments. Other home-made good­ and raised $40,000 for High Blevins of Lansing and Shane Country charities. ies available at the Fair in­ Blevins and wife, Kim of The 29th annual Valle clude home-baked breads West Jefferson; one daughter, Country Fair takes place and cakes, jams and jellies, Sheila McVicker of Wilkes- from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. on fresh-pressed apple cider, boro, NC; one brother, Walter Saturday, October 20th on and hot-out-of-the kettle ap­ Blevins of Lansing; two sis­ the grounds of the Valle Cru­ ple butter. Concessions op­ ters, Anne Jean Lambert and cis Conference Center on NC erated by the church return Mary Belle Mahaffey both of Highway 194. Admission is 100 percent of their earnings Lansing, NC; five grandchil­ free and parking is available to Fair charities. dren also survive. in the adjoining field for $5 The 2007 Valle Country Funeral services will be Fair grant recipients are per car. held on Thursday, October 11, The tents of 135 craft The Children's Council of 2007 at 11 a.m. at the cha­ vendors line wide lanes that Watauga County, The West­ pel of Boone Family Funeral Home. Burial will follow in meander back and forth ern Youth Network, The the Scott-Blevins Cemetery between a picturesque red Hunger & Health Coali­ barn and a cultivated field. tion, The Watauga Country with military rites. The family will receive Bales of hay are stacked in Health Department Child friends on Wednesday from 7 the intersections of these al­ Service Coordination Pro­ to 9 p.m. at the funeral home. leys to offer fairgoers a spot gram, The Appalachian Se­ You may give the family to sit as they ponder which nior Companion Program, your condolences at our web­ craft booths to visit next. The Watauga Humane So­ site www.boonefuneralhome. Craft vendors submit to a ciety, W. A. M. Y. Commu­ com. jury process that is designed nity Action, Blazing Saddles Boone Family Funeral to bring together the high­ and The Parent to Parent Home of West Jefferson is est quality handmade crafts Family Support Network. in charge of these arrange­ available, and to insure fair- All remaining profits are ments. goers that there will be a distributed to individuals wide variety of unique prod­ and families in crisis by the ucts to choose between. And outreach committee of the as a show of support, vendors Church of the Holy Cross. participating in the event To help fair goers avoid • choose a cemetery • arrange the date with donate at least ten percent traffic congestion on NC of their earnings back to the 105, fair sponsors encourage clergy/church guests to take the "scenic" • hire organist and vocalist charitable work of the Fair. • contact insurance agents Two stages are set up routes to the Fair. Signs will • select a casket and burial to provide entertainment be out along the alternate location throughout the day. The routes and detailed, print­ • choose clothing stage located near the din­ able directions are avail­ • decide on flowers and mu­ ing tent features musical able on the Fair website. For sic performers. A second stage more information, visit the arrange transportation located among the crafts Fair on the Web at www.valcontact friends and fam- booths features doggers, lecountryfair.org. ily order thank-you cards • sign legal papers • pay for the services of doc­ tors, funeral directors, etc. • secure lodging for out-oftown guests Depending on the advanced planning you make and the service you use, many of these tasks can be handled, leaving relatives to take care of the personal condolences. This makes it easier for them to cope during a time of griev­ ing and uncertainty instead of having to worry about details. It also ensures that they are not taken advantage of finan­ cially by the rare people who profit at the expense of anoth­ er's grief. If you think pre-planning might be the right idea for you, discuss it with your family and explore the options. It can be am important component of overall estate planning. Deep Ford community May 17, 1927 October 6, 2007 Estel Blevins, age 80, of Lansing, NC, the Deep Ford community, died Saturday, October 6, 2007 at the Ashe Memorial Hospital in Jeffer­ son, NC. Mr. Blevins was born Tues­ day, May 17, 1927 in Ashe County to Freeman and Min­ nie Clyde Baldwin Blevins. Estel joined the US Army as a young man and served his As a young man he joined country during the Korean the US Army and proudly conflict. He spent most of his served his country during the working career working for Korean conflict, achieving the furniture industry includ­ the rank of corporal. Follow­ ing Phoenix Chair, Thomasing the war he joined both the ville Industries, American local V.F.W and American Le­ Drew, Blevins Chair Weaving gion where he actively partic­ Co. He is survived by his wife, ipated for several years. Soon Mary Eller of the home; three after the war, Bob attended sons, Ken Blevins and wife, Barber School. He worked Sharon of Crumpler, Robert at the City Barber Shop as a barber for several years until he retired. Bob had three daughters, Darlene Poe and husband (MS)—People plan for Darrell of Jefferson, NC, Te­ many tilings well in advance. resa Dolinger Eller of Jeffer­ Finances are set aside for son, NC and Robin Dolinger schooling, purchasing a home, Johnson and husband Steve retirement, and even vaca­ Robert Harold of West Jefferson, NC; one tions. Despite being a certain­ Dolinger sister, Mrs Evelyn , Dolinger ty, fewer people plan for their Tuckerdale Vannoy and husband Eddie of own death and funeral. October 8,1931 Jefferson, NC; and one broth­ Death is not an easy subject October 4, 2007 er; Edward Dolinger of Galax, to discuss, especially when it's Mr. Robert Harold (Bob) VA. Seven grandchildren and your own. Few people enjoy Dolinger, age 75, died on Oc­ two great-grand children also facing their own mortality. tober 4, 2007 at the Ashe Me­ survive. Some avoid doing so for super­ morial Hospital in Jefferson, A funeral service was held stitious reasons. Others feel NC. on Saturday, October 6, 2007, it's not something to consider Bob, as he was called by at 3:00 p.m. in the chapel of while they're in the prime of all his family and friends, Boone Family Funeral Home their lives ... death being a was born October 8, 1931 in 2205 Mount Jefferson Road long way off. But as one knows, the Nella community of Ashe in West Jefferson, NC. The passing away is not something County North Carolina to By- Rev. Carl Witherspoon and that can be scheduled. Ad­ num Franklin Dolinger and Rev Dean Shepherd offici­ vanced planning can ensure Dora Little Dolinger. As a boy ated. The family will received your wishes are followed and he participated in baseball, friends from 1 to 3 p.m. at the remove some of the emotional playing at the Lansing High funeral home. Interment fol­ and financial burden from rel­ School where he graduated lowed in Nella Cemetery. He atives. and later played for the Tri was honored with a military There are dozens of deci­ County Baseball League. Bob committal service. sions and tasks that come into loved sports of all kinds and Services were under the play with funeral planning.The could be found at one of the direction of Boone Family Fu­ average cost of a funeral, as of local ball fields in his spare neral Home, West Jefferson, July 2004, was $6,500. That time. cost includes an outer burial NC. container, but does not include October 3, 2007 at the Tuck­ June Roop cemetery costs. Finances are erdale Baptist Church by Tuckerdale just one of the many tasks Rev. Lloyd Day, Rev. Charles September 24, 1934 relatives would have to handle McCoy, Rev. Tom Graybeal September 30, 2007 without preplanning on your Mr. June Roop, age 73, of and Rev. Julian Owen. Buri­ part. Here are some ways to Lansing, the Tuckerdale com­ al followed in Ashelawn Me­ consider pre-planning: munity, died Sunday, Sep­ morial Gardens. The family • contact the funeral direc­ tember 30, 2007 at Carolinas received friends from 6 to 8 tor Medical Center in Charlotte. p.m. Tuesday at Badger Fu­ Mr. Roop was born Septem­ neral Home. Mr. Roop is survived by ber 24, 1934 in Ashe County to the late Charles and Net­ his wife, Maxine Roop; a son, tie Miller Roop. In addition Ricky Roop of Creston, NC; a to his parents he was also brother, Lester Roop of Lan­ preceded in death by grand­ sing, NC; and one grandson. 2 Different Sizes! daughter, Holly Roop; a sister, Several nieces and nephews Blanche Miller; and brothers also survive. One for home and one for auto. You may send email condo­ Jack and Walter Roop. Mr. lences to the family through Roop was a member of the Choice Directory Tuckerdale Baptist Church our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. where he served as deacon. 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D0NTMtSSYQU^0FK)RTl)NITYT00irDilNP9€FBV€DKACEMEKt ADS ARE PIACED BY SEWOWTY (date of signed contract) 800-696-3670 • www.choicedirectoiy.oom 1126 Blowing Rock Rd. • Boone, NC 28607 �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2007 PAGE 3 COMMUNITY NEWS The Raleigh Report by Rep. Cullie Tarleton by Rep. Cullie Tarleton N.C. House of Representatives Special to the Post All of us worked hard throughout the session this year to pass laws that would benefit all of North Carolina. Several of those laws went into place this month and I haven't had a chance yet to share information about some of them with you. I am hope­ ful these changes will make North Carolina an even bet­ ter place for all of us to live and work. As always, thank you for allowing me to share this in­ formation with you. Please let me know if I can answer any questions or be of assis­ tance. Ethics We continued our efforts in ethics reform with a law that makes some needed clarify­ ing changes. The bill (HI 110) also requires legislative em­ ployees to attend refresher ethics education classes every two years. Another new law that takes effect this month makes it a felony to instruct or coerce non-citizens to vote. The bill (H1743) also estab­ lishes misdemeanor penalties for breaching ballot secrecy or trying to convince people to select a party affiliation other than one of their own choos­ ing. The new law includes civ­ il penalties for officials who Post file photo Rep. Cullie Tarleton are late reporting campaign contributions and expendi­ tures. If officials deliberately conceal contributions or ex­ penditures they can be fined up to three times the amount of funds concealed. Justice and Safety We passed several laws changing the ways we treat juveniles in the justice sys­ tem. One bill (H1243) allows judges to physically restrain juveniles in the courtroom only if they find the restraint necessary to maintain order and safety or to prevent the juvenile from escaping. An­ other law requires the state to release identifying infor­ mation for juvenile escapees. The bill (HI148) stems from the repeated escapes of juve­ niles at the Swannanoa Val­ ley Youth Development Cen­ ter. The state can now release the first names and photos of escaped juvenile prisoners. We also passed laws to help improve the handling of court cases. One new law (SI130) gives defendants ac­ cess to law enforcement's complete files, including files from any public or private group that obtains informa­ tion connected to the investi­ gation. The law is expected to streamline the investigation process. Another bill (S1117) gives judges in civil cases the authority to determine if ju­ rors may take evidence into the jury room. A new law (H1617) states that if a private citizen is killed by a law enforcement officer in the line of duty, the next of kin can request an investigation of the incident. Another law (S1211) requires officers to fingerprint anyone charged with a DWI or driv­ ing with a revoked license. Family and Children We created a law to pro­ tect the parental custody and visitation rights of deployed and active members of the military. The bill (H1634) permits expedited custody hearings for service members called into duty and hear­ ings via telephone for service members deployed on short notice. It also prevents a par­ ent from citing deployment of another parent as a reason to modify or change custody ar­ rangements. Under the new law, any custody order is­ sued because of deployment expires within 10 days of the soldier's return. Another bill involving custody cases (H1328) requires sex offend­ ers filing for custody to dis­ close their convictions during the pleadings. Consumer Protection A new law (S1055) requires businesses to mail rebates to consumers within 60 days after the consumer sends in the rebate form. Another law (S514) prevents businesses that sell perishable goods from using deceptive adver­ tising regarding the location of their businesses. This in­ cludes using a misleading name or forwarding phone calls to different locations outside of the area of the phone number listed. A law that will help protect renters goes into effect this month. The bill (H947) states that tenants must receive 30 days notice of an application for foreclosure. Tenants can then give the landlord 10 days written notice to termi­ nate the rental agreement. Energy and Environment It is now easier for hom­ eowners to install solar pan­ els. A new law (S670) prohib­ its cities, counties or county laws and neighborhood agree­ ments from banning solar en­ ergy collectors. North Carolina took a major step forward this year in environmental policy by establishing a requirement that North Carolina power utilities get at least 12.5 per­ cent of their power from re­ newable sources. The bill (S3) is expected to help cut pollu­ tion and our dependence on foreign oil while also creating more of a market for renew­ able energy. North Carolina is the first state in the South­ east to adopt such a standard and it came after months of negotiations between law­ makers, utility company representatives and environ­ mentalists. This session we passed a new law that requires stricter oversight of hazardous waste storage sites. The bill (H36) protects residents by requir­ ing operators of hazardous waste sites to take financial responsibility and conduct preventative screenings for environmental contamina­ tion when hazardous materi­ als are released. The bill was filed in response to an explo­ sion and fire at a hazardous waste storage facility in Apex late last year that resulted in the evacuation of thousands of people. The U.S. Chemical Safety Board believes misla­ beled oxygen generators in the plant probably fueled the fire. Health It is now against the law to smoke in long-term care facilities. House Bill 1294 makes it illegal to smoke in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Another bill (H 726) requires laser hair removal practitioners to get a license from the state Board of Electrolysis Examiners. Two years ago, a student at North Carolina State Uni­ versity died from an allergic reaction to a numbing gel she used before her laser hair re­ moval appointment. The heart on the driver's license that indicates the holder is an organ donor is now legally binding. The bill (H1372), which I co-spon­ sored, changing the law will help simplify organ and tis­ sue donations, honor the wishes of donors and save lives. Previously the next-ofkin made decisions regarding organ donation. Notes Hardly a day goes by that someone doesn't comment on reading my weekly report in the Jefferson Post and how much they appreciate it. I'm very grateful to the Jefferson Post for running my report. I hope you'll also let them know how much you appreciate it. NCDOT warns motorists: watch for deer ! RALEIGH — To help de­ crease the number of wildlife and automobile crashes, the N.C. Department of Trans­ portation reminds motorists to be aware of the increased presence of deer on North Carolina's roads this fall. Typically, more than 15,000 animal-related crashes are reported in the state each year, 90 percent involving deer. The number of animal-related crashes reported in 2006 was 17,715., From 2004 through • 2006, the incidents have resulted in nearly 3,000 human inju­ ries, of which 17 were fatal, and nearly $107 million in property damage. While a crash involving a deer can happen at any time, the majority of deer-vehicle collisions occur between the months of October and De­ cember, when deer activity vehicle collision: Slow down in posted deer increases due to the mating and hunting seasons. Inci­ crossing areas and heav­ dents are most common dur­ ily wooded areas, especially ing the hours of 5 p.m. to 7 during the dark hours of a.m., when deer movement fall. Drive with high beams increases and limited light­ ing makes it more difficult on, when possible, and watch for motorists to see them on out for eyes reflecting in the headlights. or near roads. Remember that deer often NCDOT offers the follow­ ing suggestions for motor­ travel in groups, so do not as­ ists to avoid being in a deer- sume that all is clear if one deer has already passed. Do not swerve to avoid contact with deer. This could cause the vehicle to flip or veer into oncoming traf­ fic, causing a more serious crash. From 2004 through 2006, there were 48,663 animalrelated collisions reported throughout North Carolina. Counties with the highest animal-related collisions include: Wake (2,637 in­ cidents), Guilford (1,437), Duplin (1,401), Rocking­ ham (1,358) and Johnston (1,249). For a county-by-county listing of animal-related col­ lisions, go to https://apps. dot.state.nc.us/pio/releases and click on "NCDOT Re­ minds Motorists to Keep Extra Alert for Deer During Fall Months". Domestic violence: a batterer's personality (Editor's note: This is the third in a series of articles concerning domestic vio­ lence, prepared especially for our readers by the staff at A Safe Home for Everyone. We believe they are important reading for every citizen of the county.) by A Safe Home for Everyone (A.S.H.E.) Special to the Post There are many myths and misunderstandings about domestic violence. It is time to clear up those myths and start educating about the dynamics of do­ mestic violence. Domestic violence can be a pattern of coercion and or assault, often including physical, sexual, and psychological attacks. It can also include economic coercion and isola­ tion that both adults and ad­ olescents use against their intimate partners. The key factor in domestic violence is that it is characterized by one partner's need to control the other. There are signs to look for in a battering personality. If a person exhibits several of the behaviors, three or more, the potential for physical violence is very strong. Of course, the more signs that a person has, the more likely the person is a batterer. In some cases, a batterer may have only a few of the behav­ iors, but they are exagger­ ated (for example, they may try to explain the behavior as love or concern). In the beginning, the victim may be flattered, but as time goes on, these behaviors become more severe and serve to dominate the individual. It is important to remember that batterers generally ap­ pear, at first, to be charm­ ers. They may have a good public image that they work hard to maintain. Listed are some of the signs of an abu­ sive behavior. 1. Jealousy- At the be­ ginning of a relationship, an abuser may say that jealousy is a sign of love. Jealousy has nothing to do with love. It is a sign of possessiveness and lack of trust. The abuse may question his partner about who she talks to, accuse her of flirting, or be jealous of him to be the only person posed to sit still and not talk and belittle her in front of fore. A batterer will hit any time she spends with fam­ she needs. unless spoken to - be seen others. He may also keep her partner he is with if the re­ lationship lasts long enough; ily, friends, or children. As 5. Isolation-The bat­ and not heard. They may be awake to tire her out. 12. Rigid Sex Roles-The abuse does not occur in cer­ the jealousy progresses, he tered woman is often isolat­ kept in their rooms while the may call her frequently dur­ ed from her family, friends, abuser is at home or shut in a batterer sees the woman as tain situations, it is in his ing the day or drop by unex­ and even community. He ac­ closet for punishment. Abus­ his servant. He often times character. pectedly. He may refuse to cuses her of being too close to ers are also many times abu- incorrectly uses the Bible 15. Threats of Violenceto back his be­ He might say, "I'll break your let her work liefs up to his neck" or "I'll slap your mouth for fear she'll partner. She off". These are a few among meet someone is supposed to the many things he may say else, or even stay at home to place her in fear. engage in be­ and obey him 16. Breaking or Striking haviors such to the fullest. Objects-Many battered wom­ as checking 13. Dr. en believe their abuser "loses her car mile­ Jekyl/Mr.Hyde control" when he abuses her age or ask­ P e r s o n a l i t y - and destroys the house. How­ ing friends to The batterer ever, the majority of the time watch her. has extreme things that are important to 2. Con­ mood chang­ her are the things that are trolling Be­ es. These ex­ destroyed - showing he is in ll a v i o r - A t tremes make complete control and trying first the bat­ the partner to hurt her even more. terer will say 17. Any Force during an this behavior confused and unsure of her Argument-He may hold her is due to his surroundings. down, push or shove her to concern for y It could make keep her with him and say, her safety, her the whole fam­ "You're going to listen to need to use her time well, or her need family or friends and he may sive to animals. They may ily feel as if they are "walk­ me!" to make good decisions. He make the family feel they keep them tied outside in ex­ ing on egg shells" because If any of these personal­ will be angry if the woman are causing trouble for her if treme weather, malnourish they see him happy one day ity traits register with you, and abusive the next. is "late" coming back from they are involved. He could them, beat or kill them. 14. Past Battering- please discontinue the rela­ the store or an appointment; also isolate her physically by 10. "Playful" Use of he will question her closely moving to a secluded area, Force in Sex-The victim may Some batterers may admit tionship before it gets start­ about where she went and having no telephone to use, be held down during sex or that they have hit a partner ed - pay attention to your who she talked with. As not letting her drive, work or made to act as if they are in the past, but they many red flags! If you or someone this behavior progresses, he go to school. being raped. He may also times blame her for the as­ you know is in a relationship may not let the woman make 6. Blames Others for demand sex when she is ex­ sault. The woman may hear that this relates to, please from family, friends, and reach out for help. You can personal decisions about the Problems-The batterer be­ tremely tired or ill. 11. Verbal Abuse-He community members that he call A Safe Home for Ev­ house, her clothing or even lieves everyone else is at going to church. He may fault for his problems. If he will say things that are cruel is abusive, but he tells her eryone at 982-8851 at any keep all the money or even cannot find a job, keep a job, and hurtful, degrade, curse he has never hit anyone be­ time for assistance. make her ask permission to or the kids are misbehaving leave the house or room. it is her fault. She is virtu­ 3. Quick Involvement- ally at fault for everything. Many battered women dated 7. Blames Others for or knew their abuse for less Feelings-He blames his part­ than six months before they ner by saying, "you make me were married, engaged, or mad" or "you hurt me". He living together. He comes does this to manipulate her on like a whirlwind, claim­ into feeling all their prob­ ing "you're the only person lems are centered around I could ever talk to", or "I've what she does or says. 4 pm — 6 pm / Dinner immediately never been loved like this 8. Hypersensitivity-A following performance by anyone." He will pres­ batterer is easily angered sure the woman to commit and insulted. He may claim to the relationship in such his feelings are hurt when a way that later the woman he is really mad. Having to may feel very guilty or that work late or getting a traffic • Music starts at 4:00 p.m. she's "letting him down" if ticket may cause him to ex­ Hors d'oeuvres passed at 5:00 p.m. she wants to slow down in­ plode about the unfairness volvement or break off the of life. Four Course Chefs Choice served relationship. 9. Cruelty to Children at 6:00 p.m. 4. Unrealistic Expecta- or Animals-It is has been tions-The batterer believes shown that someone who • Forty Dollars ($40°°) that his partner should be will abuse their partner of­ per person perfect and his "all". He ex­ ten abuses their children as plus alcohol, tax, and gratuity pects her to be the perfect well. The batterer may have wife, mother, lover, house­ an unrealistic expectation 1896 Old Field Creek Road Grassy Creek, NC 336-982-2109 keeper, etc. He also wants that the children are sup- jMfa Wetfe River and restaurant House country inn Sunday, October 14 Featuring Bo6 CftiCcC Native American Ffute Performing Artist �V Public Opinion " were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter.' —Thomas Jefferson, Editorial Override In a recent email to this newspaper, political consul­ tant Victor Kamber made a point we consider valid: "If we can't pay for our children's healthcare, the terrorists have won." According to President Bush, the nation can­ not afford an expansion of healthcare for our chil­ dren. But, in his opinion, we can afford some $15 billion a month for a war in Iraq that has only made the world more dangerous. We can afford the tax cuts for his well-to-do buddies that have contributed to a 56 percent increase in the national debt since he took the oath of office in 2001. We can afford his failed War on Terror that has left Osama bin Laden safe and secure six years after Sept. 11. But improved healthcare for our children—some­ thing every other industri­ alized nation can afford—is beyond our means. So we suggest Victor Kamber is right: the ter­ rorists have won. In part because we chose the wrong strategy to fight them, treating them like a nation rather than a band of criminals, we have spent ourselves into bank­ ruptcy—unless you do not think $9 trillion in debt is bankruptcy. We have indebted ourself to China in ways that compromise our national security and even sovereignty. We have PAGE 4 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2007 Editorial delight To the Editor: I was delighted by your Oc­ tober 2 editorial about Judge Balog's decision. Precisely. It watched as the last two is still the case that the 'ex­ perts' are unable to pre­ administrations have pre­ dict recidivism in previously sided over the destruction convicted violent offenders of our manufacturing sec­ with any more than flip a tor. We have reached the coin accuracy—even in sane point where Iraq is order­ individuals. In any group of a thousand cases, treatment, ing $100 million in secu­ maturation, rehabilitation, rity equipment from China etc. can certainly reduce the because, they say, we can­ overall incidence—but it's not deliver the goods fast still a problem to identify enough. That, by the way, with accuracy which particu­ lar individuals will or won't will help replace the $198 make headlines again, given million in equipment we the opportunity. taxpayers paid for—and Stan Burrous the Iraqis "lost," or more likely handed over to the people killing our soldiers. What has happened to us? Even in this great cri­ sis in which our nation is For some, the stock market caught, we must protect is a game, for others, a serious our future. That future business. Whichever is the case for rests with our families and you, or even if you don't care, their children. We cannot it is a part of our economy— jeopardize the health of our and life—that receives con­ greatest national asset— siderable attention. Every hour, news broadcasts quote children. Out there may be the direction of stocks and big the next great president changes in the market bring that will lead this nation forth elation (if stocks are up) back to sanity and fiscal or dire warnings (if stocks are security. We cannot risk down). Ever since the first stock that child's health to pay market was organized, inves­ for more of the bad lead­ tors as well as observers have ership of Bush and this tried to predict its direction. Congress. We must find a This year those predictions way to afford to take care of have been difficult to make our children; that must not because the market has been all over the map: up, then be negotiable. down, and most recently, up For these reasons, we again. Any honest student of call on Sens. Richard Burr the stock market will tell you and Elizabeth Dole and that short-term predictions Rep. Virginia Foxx to vote are very hard to get right. But what about longer-run to override the president's forecasts? recent veto of the expansion Sure, there will be plenty of healthcare for children. of special happenings and Our future as a nation may unexpected events moving the market over weeks and well depend on it. months and making its trends nearly impossible to antici­ MAflWBS pate. Yet over much longer time periods—years and even decades—aren't there some fundamental forces pushing stocks one way or the other? There are a group of stock market analysts who think such fundamental forces do Can age explain exist, and if those forces are tracked, they can tell in­ vestors when to be in the market and when to be out. Mike Walden The projections based on these forces won't necessarily give the exact dates of market highs and lows, but they will put inves­ tors in the neighborhood of those benchmarks. What are these fundamen­ tal forces? Well, one is age, specifically, the age structure of the coun­ try. The reasoning goes like this. Stock market movements are based on the financial forces of companies issuing the stocks. Companies do well when consumers are both buy­ ing their products and servic­ es as well as investing in their stocks; companies do poorly when consumer spending and investing are sluggish. Over the long sweep of time, what determines the de­ gree to which consumers buy and invest? If you're thinking "age," you're right. For a young per­ son just starting a career, in­ come is tight and spending and investing will be relative­ ly modest. When that same person hits middle age and is typically at the top of their earnings profile, spending and investing rise. Then as they move into retirement and are forced to live on a pension, fru­ gality in spending again takes over and investments are cashed in to augment income. The implication is that the age structure of the country— what percentages of people are young, middle-aged and elderly—will be a big deter­ minant of aggregate spending and investing and therefore will be a major force behind the stock market. Important­ ly, countries with a large and growing percentage of persons in middle age—roughly be­ tween 45 and 55 years old— will have rising stock mar­ kets. Conversely, countries with a shrinking percentage of persons in middle age will have stock markets going in reverse. This is a simple theory of the stock market, and one that makes common sense. Many books have been written pro­ moting this idea, claiming it has worked in the past and will work again in the fu­ ture. Incidentally, based on the coming aging of the large Baby Boom generation in the U.S. and their movement into retirement, followers of the theory believe the U.S. stock market will peak later this decade and then fall into a 15year slump. But before you tell your broker to sell all your stocks in 2010, realize that not all stu­ dents of the stock market are on board with these notions. Detailed research that con­ siders many determinants of stock market movements has generally found the age struc­ ture of a country matters, but in a minor way. Other econo­ mists point out that in today's globalized financial system— where people from all over the world can invest in any country's stock market—the age structure of any particu­ lar country matters less. What's the bottom line? It's that age is important to the stock market, but age is not the driving force. It's only one of many. This really puts us back to where we started, realizing that many factors move the stock market, and unfortunately, often move the market in unpredictable wayS' • u Then again, maybe youm 11 decide this is what puts the fun into stock market invest­ ing! Dr. Mike Walden is a Wil­ liam Neal Reynolds Professor and North Carolina Coopera­ tive Extension economist in the Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics of N.C. State University. government irony Taxes fund a staggering fight for low taxes and sus­ passport A September Gallup poll tained tax cuts for hard-work­ p r o c e s s ­ amount of federal spending: ing families who are tired of revealed that Americans' about $2.8 trillion in total. An ing de­ trust in the federal govern­ an unresponsive and burden­ lays and enormous number like $2.8 some government reaching ment is at a low ebb—today the IRS trillion is almost impossible ever-deeper into their pock­ most Americans trust the to give to wrap your mind around. ets. I hope you would agree: federal government less than us even So try thinking about the keeping taxes low for Amer­ they did during the Watergate more so­ numbers in terms of time. A ica's families is not a matter scandal. At the same time, a lutions' to million seconds is equal to of politics; it is a matter of lis­ new Reuters poll found Con­ our prob- about twelve days. A trillion tening to the taxpayers who gress has an all-time low ap­ l e m s ? " seconds, on the other hand, have lost trust in the federal proval rating of 11 percent. Or alter­ is the equivalent of 31,709 Findings such as these government. Member: natively, years. (USPS 441-810) should be cause for soulVirginia Foxx is a United These trillions of dollars N.C. Press Association is why searching among government States Representative from translate into about $24,106 Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. leaders. You would expect the Congress dreaming up new, in federal spending for every North Carolina's Fifth Con­ ineffective programs that will Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. federal government to slow its household in America. More gressional District. You may Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. massive expansion in times of soak up more of your hard- than three-quarters of this contact her office toll free at Ph (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com rampant public distrust. But earned tax dollars? 1-866-677-8968 or e-mail her Boil all of this down and amount, or $18,873, funds from her website, www.foxx. Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ the opposite is true. Congress just four spending categories: recently approved a govern­ you get a simple, jarring re­ Social Security/Medicare, De­ house.gov. ery $30 91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new ality. Americans faced with ment-run health care pro­ and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. fense spending, anti-poverty gram expansion to the tune financing a growing federal spending and interest on the of $35 billion that will be government out of their own federal debt. Editor - Jim Thompson funded with cigarette taxes pockets are right to question Like you, I think that the Publisher - Cabot Hamilton that fall disproportionately out of control spending. Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Are Americans supposed to taxes you already pay are on the poor. This spring Con­ The editorial page of the more than enough. Yet, if re­ gress also pushed a budget be inspired by a federal gov­ cent tax cuts are allowed to ex­ Jefferson Post is available, through that assumes a $400 ernment that responded to pire (which will happen if the Assistant Editor Linda Burchette free of charge, for readers billion tax increase that will Hurricane Katrina by spend­ current budget is left in place) to express their views. All CoY Production Manager ing $2.7 billion on trailers hit working families hard. the average tax increase for it takes is a letter to the Graphic Artist/Webmaster • -Wendy Cole America's historically low for temporary housing, only over 100 million Americans editor. The subject of the to leave 41,000 extra trailers Sports/General News Reporter Michael Graybeal level of trust in government will be $1,716. Forty four mil­ letters should be a matter coupled with a rapidly-ex­ rusting in depots across the lion married couples will be Business Manager Sandra Osborne of community interest and country? According to news panding federal government Kelly Blevins should be limited to 700 Receptionist reports, now the government hit with a revived marriage is an exercise in irony. It penalty, a provision of the Advertising Sales Teresa Roark Laws words. seems like common sense to is taking a 60 percent loss as tax code abolished by recent Letters must be signed Advertising Sales Ashley Calhoun reign in spending and the it tries to sell off thousands of tax cuts. The marriage pen­ these excess trailers. This is with an address and government's role in our lives alty cost the average married phone number for verifi­ during seasons of distrust not good news for the taxpay­ couple $1,480 in 2000 before Mailroom Department ers who ultimately foot the cation purposes. Only the and dissatisfaction. Instead it was repealed. 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Express your views �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2007 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT Gallery Crawl coming Friday Leaf season is finally here in Ashe County and with it comes the last Gallery Crawl of the season along with the final "Friday Nite on the Back Street" at the Ashe County Farmer's Market and a con­ cert in the Back Street Park with bluegrass by Eric Har­ din & Friends, sponsored by the West Jefferson Commu­ nity Partnership. The fun takes place Fri­ day, Oct. 12 in downtown West Jefferson beginning at 5 p.m. and lasting until around 8 p.m. There are 13 galleries participating in the Crawl, of­ fering a close up look at the wide variety of artwork found in the area. There will be re­ freshments, music, special activities and much to enjoy as the galleries stay open late for visitors. The Ashe County Farm­ ers Market on Second Avenue (the Back Street) will be open for its special Friday night event from 5 to 8 p.m. Origi­ nally, the last evening mar­ ket was to be in September, but heavy rains that evening, while much welcomed, put a damper on vendor and cus­ tomer turnout so it was de­ cided that a "Nite Time" mar­ ket be added for October. This evening event has primar­ ily highlighted the market's crafters although all regis­ tered vendors are invited to participate. There is no fee to set up. Customers will be treated to many of the hand­ made and homegrown items that can be found at the Sat­ urday morning market. It's a great opportunity to get a jump on holiday shopping. The Farmers Market's regular season will end with the Saturday, Oct. 27 market. There are Saturday holiday markets scheduled for Nov. 17 and Nov. 24 as well as holiday "greens" markets scheduled for Dec. 1 and Dec. 8. Galleries participating in the Crawl include: ACORN GALLERY that features the fine art originals and reproductions of nation­ ally exhibited artist Raney Rogers. Her work includes representational landscapes, wildlife, and portraits, in var­ ious media. The gallery has handcrafts accessories and the Purple Chocolatier. Acorn Gallery is located on 103 Long Street and the phone number is 246-3388. The ASHE ARTS CENTER is an historic WPA building featuring The Gallery and Gallery Shop. With eight ex­ hibits a year and over fourdozen artists represented, there's always something for everyone. Showing through Oct. 13 is the Best of the Blue Ridge. The Ashe Arts Center is on the corner of Main Street and School Avenue and the phone number is 846-ARTS. ASHE STREET GALLERY AND STUDIO features a se­ lection of fine contemporary arts including paintings, clay, sculpture, furniture, and jew­ elry. Formerly the Hartman music building, the gallery has been completely reno­ vated to become the premier gallery space in Western North Carolina. Vicki Brown, the owner and studio artist at Ashe St. Gallery is known for her colorful and provoca­ tive abstract oil and acrylic paintings. During the year, there are a number of open­ ings of exciting artists that have made important contri­ butions in their field. Ashe Street Gallery is located at 19 East Ashe Street and the phone number is 846-8284. ASHE CUSTOM FRAM­ ING AND GALLERY, the oldest Gallery in West Jeffer­ son, offers a fine selection of original paintings and prints by local and regional artists. Also featured is a wide array of decorative and functional pottery, note cards, wooden items, fountains, other art gifts, and custom framing. The gallery is located at 105 South Jefferson Avenue and the phone number is 846- the road until you see the sign. You can't miss it. For information, call 982-6285 or go online to www.mountainadvantagetreeandlandscape. com. 2218 BOHEMIA GALLERY fea­ tures the work of owner Janet (Dowling) Brashear and other fine local artists. Bohemia's selections include a unique mix of original artwork, ar­ tisan jewelry, and handmade crafts. Linoleum block prints with stunning work in black and white, prints, baskets, pottery, and woodcrafts are highlighted. Bohemia is lo­ cated on 106 N. Jefferson Av­ enue and the phone number is 846-1498. ORIGINALS ONLY fea­ tures the work of Joan Stiles Bell. Her original oil paint­ ings include Ashe County landscapes, still life, and portraits. The gallery also features handcrafted Scandi­ navian mountain furniture. Originals Only is located at 3B North Jefferson Avenue and the phone number is 8461636. THE QUILTED COTTAGE is a haven for quilters. Owner Gail Brandt has the largest selection of quilting fabrics, supplies and classes in the region. Featured in the shop are wall hangings, quilts, and clothing items all hand-quilt­ ed. The Quilt Gathering is lo­ cated at Jefferson Station. R.T. MORGAN ART GAL­ LERY AND GLASS BY CAMILLE features a wide vari­ ety of original fine art. Award winning artists have been hand-selected and are among the best in their fields. Enjoy sculpture and paintings by owners R.T. Morgan and Glass by Camille Morgan. Other featured artists show pottery, blown glass, sculpture, bas­ kets, garden creations, and paintings. Experience the elegance of a big city gallery nestled in a small mountain town. R.T. Morgan Gallery is located at 120 North Jef­ ferson Avenue and the phone Maze continued from front page Family Central School Road in Crumpler, then turn right at the stop sign and follow ABC continued from front page a month in mixed beverage sales to permittees during the summer, and while sales probably adjust with the seasons, all stores and busi­ nesses in Ashe County that sell ABC products will have to buy those products from the West Jefferson store once it opens. Renovation of the former Centura Bank building on South Jefferson Avenue in West Jefferson, the site of the new ABC store, is ongoing. The West Jefferson Board of Aldermen approved a sevenyear lease last Thursday for the ABC Board. The board will have two years rent free and then pay the annual mort­ gage on the building, which is currently $24,333. The store is set to open on Thursday, Nov. 1 with a grand opening involving state officials to be scheduled in December. Original partners for the Ashe County program include Friends of the Library, Ashe Partnership for Children, and the Chamber of Commerce. Committee members include Linda Rogers, Kathy Chefas, Carol Coulter, Gene Hafer, Karen Moll, Fawn Roark and Beth Dixon. According to the Dollywood Foundation, the key to devel­ oping strong literacy skills is to start at birth. Educators have emphasized the fact that reading with your pre­ school child is the single most important activity to prepare a child for school. The Dollywood Foundation manages the book and mail­ ing system, provides techni­ cal assistance in setting up the program and assists with public relations and market­ ing materials as well as pro­ viding other assistance as well. To enroll a child in the pro­ gram, to sponsor a child, to become a program sponsor, or for more information, call 846-9196. Information and registration forms are avail­ able at the Chamber of Com­ merce, Ashe County Public Library, and Ashe Partner­ ship for Children. For more information about the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, go online to www.imaginationlibrary.com. Merchandise is available on the website with 10 percent of the pro­ ceeds coming back to the pro­ gram in Ashe County. Mural continued from front page the names on them was the best way to show our appre­ ciation. The donors keep the program on track." There are over 370 children currently in the Imagination Library program, Dixon said, and the most outstanding statistic is that every zip code in the county is represented. Ashe is one of several hun­ dred communities in the U.S. participating in this program with over 450,000 books dis­ tributed every month. The Imagination Library was re­ cently launched in Canada and the Dollywood Founda­ tion is working to start a pro­ gram in Great Britain. Dolly Parton started the Imagination Library to help children discover the joy of reading and have books of their own. She knows from personal experience what it is like to want to read and to want to have books to read. As a child, Dolly had one book, and since her parents couldn't read, she carried it around with her trying to find someone to read it to her. The Dolly Parton Imagina­ tion Library is open to every­ one and children ages birth through 5 can have up to 60 books by the time they enter kindergarten. The program can begin for children at any age between birth and 5 and they will start with age-ap­ propriate reading material. It's all free and provided through sponsorships. Individuals, business­ es, civic groups and clubs throughout the community can sponsor a child for $30 per year. That will provide one book each month for a child. Fellowship Neil Vallini •ctober 7 -TlO. 2007 Monday - Wednesday 7:00 p.m .-•i JEor*nToreuifo call Pastor Todd Brewer @ 877-6426 number is 246-3328. RIVER ROCK GALLERY is Ashe County's first artist cooperative featuring high quality craftsmanship from local artists. Co-op members and consignment artists are showing a variety of fine art and handcrafted works including jewelry, pressed flowers, weaving, painting, stained glass, handmade books, photography, pottery, wood sculpture, and wood turnings. River Rock is locat­ ed at 101 North Jefferson Av­ enue and the phone number is 219-0089. SALLY MAE'S EMPORI­ UM is located in the historic Ray Hardware Store Build­ ing and features the work of more than six-dozen artists and craftsmen. Included in . this unique space are pottery, oils, pastels, prints, photogra­ phy, toys, collectibles, fibers, quilts, furniture, and other handcrafted items. Sally Mae's is located at 10 South Jefferson Avenue and the phone number is 246-9069. SMART GALLERY owned by Gail Smart features over 50 artists in various mediums that include fine art, pho­ tography, jewelry, fine wood­ working, pottery and glass. The Smart Gallery is located at 109 North Jefferson Av­ enue and the phone number is 246-7399. STEPHEN SHOEMAKER STUDIO is the place to paint according to artist owner Ste­ phen Shoemaker. Stephen is known as the "Train Man" in Ashe County with numerous original watercolor paintings and prints on his favorite subject. Stephen also paints landscapes and still life. Shoemaker's Studio located in the AF Bank Office Build­ ing, 113 South Jefferson Av­ enue and the phone number is 846-3401. TIN ROOF GALLERY is home to artist Catherine Altice. Her work is fun, whimsical, and thought-pro­ voking. Enjoy contemporary mixed media paintings, jew­ elry, fiber arts, fine crafts, and handcrafted note cards. Catherine's bright colors will brighten your day. Tin Roof is located at 103 N. Jefferson Avenue and the phone num­ ber is 246-3337. Thirteen galleries are participating in the Oct. 12 Gallery Crawl. There will be something for everyone. Come out and join the fun on the streets of West Jefferson. Admission to Gallery Crawl is free. Maps will be available at the Ashe Arts Center in West Jefferson and at other partic­ ipating galleries and shops. More information For more information about the Gallery Crawl, call the Ashe County Arts Council at 846-ARTS. For questions regarding the Farmers Market, please contact Market Manager Pat­ ty Shay at 977-4735. Regional Hospice opens home said that, during the last sev­ en years, the organization's patient caseload grew from 30 to 200 patients a day. "The need in our communities is growing, and it will continue to do so as the population ages," Watson said. Through a capital cam­ paign started in May, 2006, Mountain Valley has raised nearly $3 million for the Woltz Hospice Home, whose total cost is about $5 million. "Mountain Valley will contin­ ue to raise funds for the proj­ ect," Watson said. The new building, named the Joan & Howard Woltz Hospice Home, will have 22,000 square feet and 20 pa­ tient suites, and employ 35 people upon completion in the Mount Airy, N.C. - Moun­ tain Valley Hospice and Pal­ liative Care, a nonprofit organization serving the ter­ minally ill in Surry, Yadkin and 11 other counties, brokeground on the area's firstever, state-of-the-art hospice home on Thursday, October 4, at 11 a.m., in response to a critical need for hospice care in its service area. The ceremony took place at the new hospice home site at 945 Zephyr Road, in Dobson. Several Surry and Yadkin officials attended at­ tend the groundbreaking, including Mount Airy Mayor Jack Loftis and Elkin Mayor Thomas Gwyn. Denise Watson, Mountain Valley's executive director, fall of 2008. Its central loca­ tion in Dobson is easily acces­ sible from Interstate 77, U.S. Highway 601 and N.C. High­ way 268. Designed to create a fam­ ily-friendly environment for patients and loved ones, the Woltz Hospice Home will feature 20 patient suites with outdoor patios, family rooms, a commercial kitchen, a children's playroom, a the­ atre, a soda shop, a medita­ tion garden and other unique amenities - even RV hookups for the convenience of out-oftown family members. David R. Polston of Wilm­ ington is the architect and John S. Clark Co. in Mount Airy is handling the construc­ tion. jAshe M[emorial Hospital M Mount Jefferson Family Medicine 4Kb mm is pleased to announce that Danielle Darter, M.D. ; ... ^ i • ' f t :1 ^ 7 ' w| has joined their practice k on October 1, 2007. Dr. Darter is board certified and will be providing a full spectrum of care to her patients, including obstetrics. She is a graduate of the Medical College of Virginia. For further information or to schedule an appointment call Mount Jefferson Family Medicine 336-846-7433. Trey Billings performs with All-State Youth Choir Chy "Trey" Billings III, son of Chy Billings II of Wilkesboro and Trina Warren of North Wilkesboro, recently returned from touring with the N.C. Baptist Convention All-State Youth Choir. A member of Maple Grove Baptist Church in Hays, Billings sang tenor during the tour, which was from July 15-22. Billings, 16, is a student at Wilkes Central High School. "Trey was the only participant from this area of North Carolina to be chosen," said a press release. "Participants auditioned and were chosen based on their musical abilities and talents." The Light Your World 2007 tour kicked off July 18 .at Campbell University in Buies Creek. A block party was held starting at 5 p.m. followed by a lawn concert at 7 p.m. The choir, consisting of 95 high school age students, then traveled to Cary on July 19 and performed a 10 a.m. concert at Glenaire Re­ tirement Community. That evening the choir sang at Duck Chapel in Durham. On July 20, the choir traveled to Charlotte and performed at 11:30 a.m. at the Old City Hall in down­ town. At 7 p.m., the choir performed at Pritchard Me­ morial Baptist Church in Charlotte. A performance was held at 10:30 a.m. July 21 at Hanes Mall in Winston-Sa­ lem. The tour continued at 7 p.m. with a performance at First Baptist Church in Al­ bemarle. The tour concluded on July 22 with a 10:45 a.m. performance at College Park Baptist Church in WinstonSalem followed by a 6 p.m. performance at First Bap­ tist Church in Greensboro. "Even though Trey was a first-year participant, he was given the honor of performing a solo in one of the 13 songs that were per­ formed. Trey's goal is to con­ tinue performing with the choir for the remainder of his high school years," said a press release. CHY "TREY" BILLINGS The mission of the N. Baptist All-State You Choir is to support and e courage youth choir mi istry in North Caroli churches by offering worst and discipleship throu performance opportuniti musical development a leadership developme while striving for exceller in musicianship, resulti in changed lives. Tre is the stepson of Git na Chatham Billings, a the step-grandson of ME Chatham. �Tuesday - October 9 JV/Var Volleyball HOME vs Starmount 4 JO p.m. Women's Golf at High Meadows 4 p.m. Women's Tennis MVAC Tournament at Surry Central 1 p.m. Wednesday - October 10 JV/Var Soccer HOME vs Starmount 5:15/7 p.m. •ACMS Soccer Night* Women's Tennis MVAC Tournament at Surry Central 1 p.m. Cross Country at Watauga 5 p.m. Thursday - October 11 JV Football at Forbush 7 p.m. JV/Varsity Volleyball HOME vs North Wilkes 4J0 p.m. Var Soccer HOME vs Alleghany 6 p.m. *Ashe Youth Soccer Night* This week in Husky sports Huskies win 69-14 by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor After a tough two games, the Huskies football team returned to winning Friday night with a major 69-14 romping of the North Wilkes Vikings. The victory for the Huskies was a sign of hope for the fans following two tough losses. In the game, the Hus­ kies had strong performances in all aspects of the game, in­ cluding offense, defense, and special-teams. The Huskies jumped all over the Vikings early in the game and claimed a command 20-0 lead after the first quar­ ter and then expanded that lead to 34-6 at halftime. The second half did not slow the Huskies down and their lead continued to grow and stood at 62-6 at the end of the third quarter. A touchdown in the fourth quarter allowed the Huskies to extend their score to the final of 69-14. , The game opened up with Post photo by Michael Graybeal Ashe pouncing on the Vikings quickly in the first quarter The scoreboard sums up the story of the Vikings against the Huskies. Ashe delivered a paralyzing 69-14 victory last Friday by scoring twenty-points. night against the North Wilkes Vikings. Post photo by Michael Graybeal David Grubb (#5 White) muscles the ball into the endzone for one of his two rushing touch­ downs of the contest. All twenty points in the first quarter came from the hands of Huskies' quarterback Dan­ iel Wain who had two passing touchdowns and one rushing touchdown. The first score for the Huskies came just two and a half minutes into the game when Daniel Wain connected with Ethan Gray­ beal on a six-yard touchdown pass, and the Huskies led 6-0 following a failed two-point conversion. The Huskies struck again just three minutes later fol­ lowing a defensive stop by the Huskies leading to a punt by the Vikings. The Huskies were able to move the ball down the field with two large passing plays to set up an­ other six-yard passing touch­ down for Wain, this time completed to Dakota Price. Another failed two-point con­ version for the Huskies re­ sulted in the Vikings trailing 12-0 just five minutes into the game. A mere three minutes lat­ er, the Huskies would strike again with another quick drive. Moving the ball 41yards in five plays, the Hus­ kies third touchdown came on the ground when Daniel Wain carried the ball in from eight yards out, and then a pass completed to Ethan Graybeal for the two-point conversion gave Ashe the commanding 20-0 lead, which stood till the end of the first quarter. The Vikings started the second quarter with posses­ sion of the ball and showed their first sign of offense dur­ ing the game, as they were able to move the ball out to their own 46-yard line. On the following first down, Buster Phillips was able to stripe the Vikings' ball carrier cleanly and sprinted into the endzone for a 46-yard fumble return touchdown run. An extra-point by Dakota Price increased the Huskies' lead to 27-0. The Huskies' defense again played tough for the Huskies on the Vikings next posses­ sion and held them to a threeplay series. On fourth down, with the punting unit on the field, a high snap sent the Vikings' punter backwards scrambling for the loose ball. See Football, page 7 Post photo by Michael Graybeal Buster Phillips returns this fumble recovery 46-yards for a touchdown during the Huskies' victory on Friday. Women's tennis finishes by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor Last Friday evening, the women's tennis team hosted the Surry Central Golden Eagles in a match that would determine the MVAC Regu­ lar Season Champions. The Huskies faced a tough task following the victory earlier in the season by the Golden Eagles and a win for the Hus­ kies would create a tie at the top of the MVAC. The Golden Eagles were able to take ad­ vantage of a 4-2 lead follow­ ing singles, and held off a surge by the Huskies in dou­ bles to claim the 5-4 victory to be named Mountain Val­ ley Champions for the second year in a row. The loss placed the Huskies in second place and for the fourth year in a row, the Huskies have been the Mountain Valley Runner Ups. The Huskies battled hard in singles competition, but only two Huskies were able to claim victories, which was barely enough to stay alive in the match. Rachel Curcio had a clutch performance in a tie­ breaker during her game and responded from a 4-6 second set loss to win the tie breaker 7-3 to win the match. Also, Lorna Vega claimed a victory for the Huskies with a 6-4 6-3 victory over her opponent. Singles Results (In order of seeds): Emily Perkins- SC de­ feated Ivey Tant- AC: 1-6 6-2 7-2; Lorna Vega- AC defeated Stephanie Doby- SC: 6-4 6-3; Rachel Curcio- AC defeated Haley Smith- SC: 6-3 4-6 7- Post photo by Michael Graybeal. Lorna Vega was one of two Husky individuals to claim singles victories against the Golden Eagles on Friday. Vega finished 10-1 in singles this year and 10-0 in doubles in MVAC play. 3; Tara Dockery- SC defeated Roxanne Thomas- AC: 7-5 4-6; Kristie Combs- SC de­ feated Courtney Bowers- AC: 6-4 6-2; Hannah Dockery- SC defeated Ariel Farmer- AC 63 6-2. Following the conclu­ sion of the singles matches, the Huskies had to win all three doubles matches to earn the victory. The Huskies placed pressure on the Gold­ en Eagles after winning two matches in doubles, the third pair of doubles for the Gold­ en Eagles stepped it up and claimed an easy 8-1 victory over their Husky opponents to claim the team victory and the MVAC Season Champion­ ship. Doubles results: Tant/ Vega- AC defeated Perkins/ Doby- SC: 8-5, Curcio/ Thom­ as- AC defeated Smith/ H. Dockery- SC: 8-4, T. Dockery/ Combs-SC defeated Bowers/ Farmer- AC: 8-1. The loss to Surry Central placed the Huskies in second place in the MVAC for the regular season. This makes the fourth year in a row the Huskies have finished as Runner-Ups in the MVAC, with Surry Central winning the conference last year and Wilkes Central winning in 2005 and 2004. The Huskies tradition of excellence on the tennis court has continued and existed since the start of Ashe County High School in the year 1999-2000. Since the opening of the school, the Women's Tennis team has never finished below fourth in the MVAC. Also, the close 5-4 loss to Surry Central showed the teams improvement from last year where they lost the Championship to Surry Cen­ tral with a final team score of 7-2. For the season, The Huskies had four players to Post photo by Michael Graybeal lachel Curcio led the Huskies to a second place finish in the Mountain Valley Conference hie coaenn with an unhiemished MVAC record of 11-0 in singles and 11-0 in doubles. go undefeated in one form or 10-0, Rachel Curcio, 11-0 11another. In singles competi­ 0, Roxanne Thomas, 10-2 11tions, Rachel Curcio went un­ 0, Courtney Bowers, 10-2 7-4, defeated for the Huskies with Ariel Farmer, 10-2 6-5, Lizzie an impressive 11-0 record, Hanes, 2-0 (8-1 including ex­ and in doubles, Ivey Tant and hibition) 4-2, Kendra Powers, Lorna Vega paired together 4-2 2-3 (exhibition), Christina for a dynamic duo. Ivey went Cole, 6-1 (singles exhibition), 11-0 in MVAC play while and Allie Weaver, 2-2 0-1 (ex­ Lorna went 10-0 (who did hibition). Coach Vickie Her­ not participate in one match). The pairing of Rachel Curcion man was proud of the team's and Roxanne Thomas also accomplishment of being run­ created havoc in the MVAC ner-up for the fourth straight as they also went undefeated year by stating: I am very in doubles with a record of proud of the team. It shows 11-0. Final MVAC records are their consistency, and a solid (singles, doubles): Ivey Tant, group of athletes all the way 11-1 11-0, Lorna Vega, 10-1 through. All the credit is due to the girls for their hard work and their dedication to the program." The Huskies return to action today when they travel to Surry Central for the MVAC Tournament, which will continue and conclude tomorrow. The first NCHSAA playoff action will feature the Huskies traveling to a West­ ern Highland Conference team. The brackets were not released by press time. Look in future editions of the Jef­ ferson Post for MVAC Tourna­ ment results and also NCH­ SAA Dual-Team Tournament information. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2007 PAGE 7 SPORTS Women's golf continues season, finishes The Huskies Women's Golf team was in action again last Tuesday with a match at Yadkin Country Club hosted by Forbush High School. The Huskies had difficulty withe course and came in sixth place as a team with a com­ bined score of 162. Ashe was led by Olivia Cox, who shot a 50, Mor­ gan Johnson with a round of 56 and Paige Blevins with a score of 56 after nine holes. Team Results: 1st: Mt. Airy 2nd: Forbush 3rd: South Stokes 4th: Alleghany 5th: 134 6th: 138 7th: 144 8th: 156 South Iredell Ashe Starmount Letford sixth 158 162 167 176 Lil' Huskies Fall Basketball League Sunday, October 7, 2007 Game 1 Heart & Hustle Team Before Self Post photos courtesy of Alice Vannoy Left: Paige Bievins puts herself in good position following this tee-shot. Center: Olivia Cox watches this tee-shot sail down the middle of the fairway during the match at Yadkin Country Club last week. Right: Taylor Stansberry seeks the pin with this approach shot on a tough hole at Yadkin Country Club. 25 20 Game 2 Team Before Self Pride 24 22 Game 3 Heart & Hustle 24 Pride 20 League Standings W L Heart & Hustle 5 1 Team Before Self 3 3 Football by Stephen Booker for the Vikings' second touchdown of the game. Greg Baugess completed the two-point con­ version for the Vikings and they trailed 62-14 with 4:25 remaining in the game. On the kickoff, North at­ tempted an onside kick, which resulted in Ashe capitalizing on a fatal flaw by North's special teams. Buster Phil­ lips recovered the attempted onsides kick for Ashe and re­ turned the ball for a 60-yard touchdown run for his sec­ ond touchdown of the night, continued, frttm page 6 The punter was able to dive on the ball on the Vikings' one-yard line to give the Huskies excellent field posi­ tioning standing a mere oneyard out of the endzone. On the first play from the line of scrimmage, David Grubb car­ ries the ball into the endzone from one yard out to give the Huskies a 34-0 lead (Dakota Price kick good). The Vikings drought end­ ed as the second quarter was winding down. With two min­ utes remaining in the half, the Vikings were able to complete a twenty-one yard pass play for the Vikings' first points of the game and narrowed the Huskies' lead to 34-6, as the score stood at halftime. The second half opened up with the Huskies, once again striking early. An early drive for the Huskies turned into additional points on the score board when David Grubb scored his first points of the game on a thirty-five yard touchdown run to extend Ashe's lead to 41-6 (Dakota Price kick good). Following the kickoff, the Vikings regained possession and had the intent of break­ ing the Huskies' scoring run but the defense of the Hus­ kies felt different. On the second play from the line of scrimmage, the Vikings were attempting to move the ball through the air and Dakota Price, playing a defensive back for the Huskies read the pass play and ran in front of the Vikings' wide receiver into the path of the ball and intercept the pass. After the interception, Price was able to spring twenty-seven yards into the endzone for Ashe's second defensive touchdown of the game as they led 48-6 (Dakota Price kick good). The Huskies striking neither of which coming on offense. Following the extrapoint by Price, Ashe led by the final score of 69-14. Coach Strong described the victory for Ashe by say­ ing: "We moved the ball well and played really good de­ fense, and we played really well." The victory for Ashe increases their record to 1-1 in MVAC play, and also 3-4 on the season. The Huskies will return to action this Fridayevening when they host the Forbush Falcons with kickoff scheduled for 7:30 p.m. How do Huskies' Fans celebrate after each Huskies' victory? Post photo by Michael Graybeal The Huskies' experienced and talented Offensive Line provides good blocking for quarter­ back Daniel Wain on this touchdown passing play during the first half. against the Vikings had not ceased as a 42-point lead was not satisfactory for the Hus­ kies and they continued to pound the ball into the en­ dzone for additional points. On the Huskies following possession, Daniel Wain was able to score his second rush­ ing touchdown of the day, and Price's extra-point gave Ashe a mammoth 55-6 lead. On the Vikings' next pos­ session, the Huskies' defense once again did their job in fashion as they stopped the Vikings' offense in three plays and forced North Wil­ kes into their sixth punt of the evening. The punt by the Vikings gave possession to Ashe on thirty-two yard line. Ashe was able to move the ball down the field again and Kelsey Combs connected with Grayson Wells for a fourteen- yard passing touchdown with 32.7 seconds remaining in the third quarter and the Vikings had nearly conceded with the score being 62-6. Heading into the fourth and final quarter, Ashe called off the attack of the Vikings and neither team could score until after halfway through the fourth quarter when the Vikings were one the score­ board again following a 73yard touchdown reception ATHLETE IE SKI of the WEEK Our Athlete of the Week, Buster Phillips is a member of the Huskies Varsity Football Team. Buster scored two touchdowns against North Wilkes with one coming on a 46-yard returned fumble recovery Buster Phillips Congratulations Buster Phillips!!! Stop by each week and check out our latest Athlete of the Week! Mountain Village Shopping Center • 846-5504 • Ask about delivery • 846-5504 Ham Biscuits On an excellent defensive play on a pass play by the Vi­ kings' offense, #13 Aaron Scott brings the ball carrier down short of a first down for the Huskies. Warrensville Baptist and Methodist Churches. presents the and the other on a 60-yard onside kick return. Buster also recorded 3.5 tackles on defense, with two for a loss. Post photo by Michael Graybeal They come to the for only fee Fooi &Drinks Free Outdoor Concert! Free 5th Quarter T Shirt What is the Tifth Quarter*? It is a safe alternative and safe activity for high school and middle school students and their parents/friends. The Tifth Quar­ ter* is held after each Ashe County High School home football game. The location of the Tifth Quarter* is the Youth Center at Warrensville Baptist Church and the Fellowship Hall of Warrensville UMC. Activities for the youth include games, music, devotional time and fellowship. This event is sponsored by the Warrensville Baptist, Warrensville United Methodist, Smethport United Methodist, Clifton United Methodist, Phoenix Bap­ tist Churches, and High Country Youth Ministries �PAGE 8 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Trust Fund provides $1 million for rural hospitals Raleigh, NC - Today, the Health and Wellness Trust Fund (HWTF) Com­ mission joined the North Car­ olina Hospital Association, the Golden Leaf Foundation, and the North Carolina Ru­ ral Center in announcing the launch of North Carolina's Rural HOPE (HOspital Proj­ ect Enhancements), a credit enhancement program that will enable rural hospitals to secure low-cost financing for desperately needed upgrades. "In many areas of our state, hospitals represent the only access to critical care for miles," said Lt. Governor Bev Perdue, HWTF Chair, "yet too NC many of our rural hospitals $2 million loss reserve fund are operating on such tight enables North Carolina's ru­ budgets they cannot gain fi­ ral hospitals to gain access to nancing for crucial modernization in­ NORTH CAROLINA vestments." The NC Health and Wellness Trust Fund Commis­ sion jumpstarted the credit enhancement program with a $1 million financing from private lend­ commitment at its meeting ing institutions — financing on September 24, 2007. The that is needed to make criti­ Golden Leaf Foundation sub­ cal upgrades and renovations sequently approved a match­ to clinical equipment, physi­ ing grant of $1 million. The cal facilities and health infor­ mation technology systems. "Rural North Carolina hospitals provide essential health the NC Rural Health Center, based at the North Carolina, Hospital Association, "so they are vital for meeting the basic health care needs of so many of our state's rural communities." The North Carolina Hos­ pital Founda­ tion will ad­ minister Rural HOPE. The low-cost financing will be available only to non-profit, rural hospitals with an aver­ age daily census of less than 100 inpatients. Health t Aj Wellness TRUST FUND sendees to over 160,000 acute care patients, over 1.5 million outpatients, and nearly half a million emergency patients every single year," noted Jeff Spade, Executive Director of About the NC Health and Wellness Trust Fund The NC Health and Well­ ness Trust Fund makes North Carolina stronger, both physically and economically, by funding programs that promote preventive health. Created by the General Assembly in 2000 to allocate a portion of North Carolina's share of the national tobacco settlement, HWTF has in­ vested $143 million to sup­ port preventive health initia­ tives and $102 million to fund prescription drug assistance programs. For more informa­ tion, please visit www.HealthWellNC.com. Happy haunting: tips for a safe Halloween by Attorney General Cooper Special to the Post Roy Like many parents, I enjoy taking my kids trick-or-treating in our neighborhood. Hal­ loween can be a fun and cre­ ative holiday for families, but we also want it to be a safe one. For a Halloween that is all treats and no tricks, read these safety tips and go over them with your little superheroes and princesses before the trick-or-treating begins. Tips for trick-or-treaters • A parent or other respon­ sible adult should always ac­ company young children on their neighborhood rounds. • For older trick-or-treat­ ers, establish a curfew. Plan and review the route they will take and be clear about your expectations for their behav­ ior. • Children should only trick-or-treat in neighbor­ hoods they know and should only knock on doors at well-lit houses. • Check the sex offender registry at www.ncdoj .gov When planning your child's trick-or-treat route. You can view maps that pinpoint reg­ istered offenders' addressesin your neighborhood, and sign up to get email alerts when an offender moves nearby. • All children should know their home number and how to call 9-1-1 in case of emer­ gency. your yard before neighbor­ hood children come knocking. • Check around your prop­ erty for flowerpots, tree limbs, or garden hoses that could pose a risk. • Turn your porch light on to let trick-or-treaters know they are welcome. • Prepare household pets for an evening of strangelooking creatures at the door. • Place jack-o-lanterns with lit candles in a safe place out of the reach of kids and away from anything flam­ mable. • If you decide to carve a pumpkin, place it on a stable, flat surface. Children may draw the jack-o-lantern's face, but leave the carving to an adult. Tips on costumes • Select costumes that are brightly colored and will re­ flect light, or add reflective tape. • Make sure that costumes, and shoes fit well to prevent trips and slips. • When shopping for cos­ • Trick-or-treaters should always carry a flashlight with fresh batteries. • Remind children to walk, not run, from house to house and to stick to sidewalks rath­ er than cutting across yards. The candy will still be there even if they don't take that short cut. If your neighbor­ hood lacks sidewalks, make sure trick-or-treaters know to walk on the left side of the road facing traffic. Tips on treats • Check all treats before your children eat anything. If you will not be joining the trick-or-treaters on their rounds, make it clear that all candy must be brought home for parental inspection before they eat even one piece.. • To keep your kids from munching on candy, send a snack with them. A good meal prior to trick-or treat­ ing will also discourage them from filling up on Halloween treats. • Tell children not to con­ sume unwrapped food or open drinks they may be offered. • When inspecting your kid's Halloween haul, dis­ pose of any candy that is un­ wrapped or partially wrapped. Discard any candy that has an unusual odor, color or tex­ ture. When in doubt, throw it out! Tips for homeowners • Eliminate tripping haz­ ards on your porch and in MARK 1:23,24 © 2007 by King Features Syndicate, Inc. World rights reserved. THANK YOU DADDY Thank you Daddy for everything you've done for me. For teaching me: the difference between right and wrong to have an open mind to know ideas and other people's opinions of truth of honesty. For showing me: the tops of mountains the shores of far away islands the quiet of night deserts the rippling brooks and streams the tops of cherry trees the goodness of rich soil. For introducing me: to people of all races to a God of love and forgiveness to music of great inspiration. But most of all I want to thank you for being the best father a girl could ever hope to have, and for loving me in spite of myself. Thank you for being there when I needed you THANK YOU FOR BEING MY DAD In tribute to Harold Stanley on his death of Oct. 7,1997 Attorney General Roy Coo­ per and his staff want all North Carolinians to have a safe and happy Halloween. We are here to be of service when you need us, but through columns like these we hope to help consumers avoid prob­ lems from the start. Jefferson Post / NASCAR PIT STOP FOR PRIZES IBLE fjust then a man... possessed by an evil spirit cried out, "What do you want with us, Jesus of Nazareth? Have you come to destroy us? I know who you are - the Holy One of God!" tumes, look for labels that say flame resistant or fire-retardant. • Consider non-toxic, hypoallergenic makeup or a hat instead of a mask that can block eyesight. If a mask is a must, choose one with large eye, nose and mouth open­ ings. • Secure hats and scarves to keep them from obscuring the child's vision. • Choose costume props that cannot cause injury. If the costume calls for a sword or broomstick, pick one made from cardboard or other flex­ ible materials. • Tape or pin children's name, address and phone number to their costume. Pick the winner of thexrace & win $20! si V Be sure to watch the Bank of America 500 on Saturday, October 13Jlland play the NASCAR contest with the Jefferson Post. Please check our Friday, October 19 edition for the winner information on this race. r i i i i i i i i i i Race I I Form Hank afHmerica 500 I Lowe's Motor Speedway 10-13-07 Race Winner. I I Your Name Your Address. 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During the annual meet­ ing more than 1,000 Kubota dealers from across the coun­ try convened to receive a first look at Kubota's new products for 2008, including tractors, construction equipment, utili­ ty vehicles, and lawn and gar­ den equipment. Additionally, as part of the 35th anniver­ sary commemoration, dealers were recognized for their con­ tributions to the company and involvement with its overall growth and success. "Our dealers have always been central to Kubota's suc­ cess in the United States," said Tetsuji "Mike" Tomita, presi­ dent, Kubota Tractor Corpo­ ration. "We proudly celebrate this anniversary milestone with our dealers, including BOONE KUBOTA, INC., and look forward to many more success stories in the next 35 years and beyond." 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West Jefferson Smokey MTN BBQ 1008 South Jefferson Ave. October 17 November 15 11 a.m. Banjo champ to pick in WJ The October "Concert in the Park" series will feature Eric Hardin and Friends in the Backstreet Park on Fri­ day, October 12, from 5:30 until 7:30ss p.m. Formerly composed of Eric and Bran­ don Hardin of Warrensville, Austin Michaels of Lansing and Garret Bryant and other friends from Wilkes County. The rain location will be Friends will treat Park goers to a mix of bluegrass and tra­ ditional music. This band is Ashe County Library. The "Concert in the Park" series is a project of the West Jefferson Community Part- know as the Hardin Broth­ ers Band, Eric Hardin and the* Community Room of the Raleigh Quakers to visit county Oct. 14 Leaders of the Raleigh Friends Meeting will be in Ashe County October 14 to meet with the Quaker worship group that has been meeting each Sunday since last spring at the home of Julia Ribet Rogers near Creston. Susan Davis and Sandy Mueller, co-clerks of Raleigh Monthly Meeting, and Dale Hoover are visiting the newly formed Ashe County Quak­ er meeting because Raleigh Meeting is sponsoring the worship group. Julia Rogers is a long-time member of Raleigh Friends Meeting, although she has been living in Ashe Coun­ ty full-time for 11 years. The Raleigh Friends will join Ashe County Friends for meeting for worship at 2:00 PM at Ms.. Rogers' home, fol­ lowed by an informal discus­ sion focusing on ways to bring a regular Quaker meeting to Ashe County. All regular and occasional attenders of the Ashe County Friends (Quak­ ers) Worship Group are in­ vited to attend this special meeting. Birding by ;i Cindy Brook Birds of the Night Owls and whippoorwills are nocturnal, Listen to them call each other from different treelops or spots on the ground. Or if the moon is full, nership. These concerts pro­ vide opportunities to show­ case the heritage of the area, and the music and talent of many of our local artists. Many businesses and art galleries will be open for ex­ tended hours as part of the Ashe County Arts Councils Gallery Crawl and the Part­ nership encourages visitors and residents to visit down­ town shops, art galleries, and restaurants in conjunc­ tion with the "Concert in the Park" series and to enjoy all that West Jefferson has to of­ fer. The concert is funded, in part, by a Grassroots Proj­ ects Pool Grant from the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency, and the Ashe County Arts Council. Call today for reservations, or for accommodation of persons with special needs at sales meetings: 1-800-552-8936 • TTY 1-877-833-4486 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., 7 days a week HUMANA. Guidance when you need it most -Group health -Medicare -Individual health -Dental and Life Proud Sponsor of the OGRWDOLEOpry. 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AF Bank 's customer service center Saturday, October 13, 2007, 7:30 p.m. Aske (.ivic (.enter All Seats Reserved - Tickets are Adults: $10 available at the Ashe Arts Students: $5 Center in West Jefferson or order by phone (336) 846-ARTS VISA This concert is supported With an Arts & Audiences Grant from the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency, and is sponsored by the Ashe County Arts Council. is right here in Ashe County. We make banking easier! Bank (336) 246-4344 | www.afgrp.com Member FDIC �PAGE 10 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm CLASSIFIED DEADLINES Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. Charges Rates depend on size of ad and number of runs. Please call Classified Dept. for information. 140-Help Wanted 30-Special Notices PUBLISHER S NOTICE: All real eslale advertising In this newspaper is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes It illegal to advertise any preferences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, financial status or national origin includes children un­ der the age of 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate which is In violation of the law. Our readers are here by informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found Found miniature dog Dossibly a dachshund, n Pond Mountain! area. 336-385-9224. Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 100-General Mail orders should be Services sent with payment to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 (We accept personal check, Visa or Master Card) Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 e-mail: classified© jeffersonpost.com Web: www.jeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices PLEASE rememberto come I PIANO SERVICE Call for free estimate Larry Carmichael 336-372-4247 140-Help Wanted Ashe County Partner­ ship for Children is seeking applicants for Child Care Resource and Referral staff posi­ tions. Will assist Child Care Centers and Homes, provide train­ ing, professional devel­ opment, and assist families seeking care. Qualifications include a 4 year degree in an early childhood educa­ tion or related field. Experience in grants and budget manage­ ment a plus. Offering competitive salary and full benefits package. For more information call, (336) 982-4588. Apply through ESC with resume and appli­ cation. EOE employer. Cement truck driver. 40 plus hours a week, CDL required, experi­ ence preferred. Good salary. Call 828-2654884. ison Post 290-Horses & Livestock 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION ary Aides - FT and PT. Benefits available. Great working condi­ tions. Apply in person 287 Bamboo Rd Boone, NC 828-264-0336 J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! Field of Fraser Fir Christmas Trees, Approximately 2,850, never cut out of, 7-10 ft, mostly 8-9 ft, will cut and bale. Call 336-384-2177 For sale : Fraser Fir Christmas trees #1 and better: 125 9-10 foot, 700 8-9 foot. 336-8775158 or 336-977-6705. Ask for Edward Hartzog. Fraser Fir Christmas Trees available in all sizes. Call for Pricing 336-877-7167 Fraser Fir Christmas Trees for sale, 6' to 10' 336-384-1436. Copy and payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tuesday Edition Friday by 9 am Friday Edition Wednesday by 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. One ton truck with dump bed. 336-8773124. The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. 1989 Chevrolet Scottsdale 4x4 pick up 175 k miles looks and runs great $2000.00 firm. 336-846-1819. SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. •k 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses jM j[tiff.1•*mm For Rent Grands - Consoles new & rebuilt - We lease, buy, move, tune, refinish & rebuild pianos Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 320-Office/Store Equipment Jefferson office space. Across from post office upstairs. 4/5 rooms. $400 a month plus utilities. Call Annie 336-846-1657. 330-Pets Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information Free to a good home ONLY. German short hair full blooded with papers. 246-2855. PLACEYOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. Available to rent Febru­ ary 10-17, 2008. For Daytona week. St. Au­ gustine Beach Resort town house. 2 bed­ room, sleeps 6, with fully equipt kitchen. 51 miles or 1 hour to inter­ national speedway in Daytona Beach. $1200 or will sell floating time share week for $9,900. 336-877-8842. FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our lor rent" sections. Call us at 336-846-7164 pruce Hill Apts Appli­ cations are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson. NC 'One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments 'Handicapped accessible "Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 VALLEYVIEW 310-Musical YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. $9.50 $15.00 Old barns and chimneys in Ashe Co., will remove. 336-8773124. MOVING!!. HOUSE­ HOLD ITEMS, SHOP TOOLS, CHRISTMAS TREE ITEMS I.E. NETTERS, CHAINSAWS, STANDS. TOO MANY ITEMS TO MENTION. 336-657-1720 260-Garage/Yard Sales 1 time 2 times BIG RESULTS! 336-877-2330 For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 500-Mobile Homes for Sale Little Classifieds... Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. 235-Christmas Trees 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent GRUBB LOGGING 300Deerfield Ridge Assist­ Miscellaneous ed Living is hiring Diet­ Make Money Fast with a Classified ad. Call us at 846-7164 Wilkes Community College APARTMENTS #1,#2,#3 Located on Valleyview Drive and Martin Street in Jefferson N.C. is presently ac cepting applications for one, two and three bedroom apartments Rental assistance is given based on availa-j Dility and qualifica tions. Apply MondayFriday 9:00 a.m.-5:00 a.m. at 246 Lawson Lane Jefferson, N.C or call for an appoint­ ment at 846-7874 or 846-7377. Equal Housing Opportunity tu Equal Housing Opportunity 500-Mobile House in the country. Homes for Sale Baldwin community, ARE YOU LOOKING Todd. 2 story, 7 room FOR A GOOD house. 3 bedrooms up­ DEAL? stairs, living room, Check out the ads kitchen, dining room, in the Classified bath, bedroom down section. stairs, wrap around covered porch, spring Check Out the house with running cold water and a gar­ Jefferson Post for den spot, remodeled 7 years ago with new the latest deals on windows and siding. Absolutely no animals Mobile Homes by allowed. Call 276-6282472. 7:30 a.m - 4 p.m. Local Dealers Nights and weekends 276-623-9580. Ask for Bob. 1195-Legals 530-Lots & Acreage FALL SPECIAL: 1400 sq ft home. 3 or 4 bed­ rooms.... 2x6 exterior walls thermopane win­ dows.. crown molding., leaded glass front door elevated roof pitch with 12 inch eaves!!! One piece fiberglass tubs only $54,900.00 set and delivered with pier footers!!! BEST deal in 3 counties.... New Gen­ eration Homes 336973-4462. First time home buy­ ers!!! Government backed loans!! No down payments. DoublewidesModularsLand home packages...Turn key New Generation Homes of Wilkesboro 336-973-4462 Homes! Homes! Homes! Financing! Fi­ nancing! STOP rent­ ing BUY NOW!! Low interest rate Govern­ ment backed Loans! New Generation Homes of Wilkesboro 336-973-4462. I have 8 clearance models that must go. Save thousands, new credit programs, land home packages, modulars, double wides and single wides. Get your new home for Christ­ mas. Call Big George 336-981-4194 or 336902-6372. Please leave message. NEW GENERATION HOMES... WHERE CONSTRUCTION COUNTS! Quality 2x4 construction through out our homes!! 40% more lumber in our homes!!! Come and see for yourself!! 5 year warranty with every home we sell offering the finest manufactured home in Wilkesboro 336-973-4462. RED ~HOT HOME SALE!!! First Come First Sold. 8 New Homes Must Go. Dou­ ble Wides, Singles Wides, 2 Land Homes and Modular Homes. Call Freedom Homes Wilkesboro 336-9732335. Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 535-Commercial Property Commercial Building in Lansing for R3nt, 1034 sq fett. $300 561-750-2399 1190-Wood For Sale Fire wood for sale $60 for 3/25 ton pickup load unsplit, $75 split. 336-384-1428. Fire wood, pick-up loads, low bow loads. Maple and cherry. 336846-8574. 1195-Legals Ashe Co, MHC Notice of Annual Meeting The Annual Meeting of Ashe Co, MHC will be held at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, October 15, 2007 at 21 East Ashe Street, West Jefferson, North Car­ olina. Shareholders of record on Septem­ ber 30, 2007 will be eligible to vote for business presented at the Annual Meeting NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Under and by virtue of the power of sale con­ tained in a certain Deed of Trust made by Joseph Gullia to Re­ becca W. Shaia, Trust­ ee^), dated the 18th day of July, 2005, and recorded in Book 00332. Page 0412. Ashe County Registry, North Carolina, default having been made in the payment of the note thereby secured by the said Deed of Trust and the under­ signed, Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. having been substitut- ed as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an in­ strument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness hav­ ing directed that the Deed of Trust be fore­ closed, the under­ signed Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the Courthouse Door in the City of Jef­ ferson, Ashe County, North Carolina at 12:00 pm on October 24, 2007 and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following real es­ tate situated in the County of Ashe, North Carolina, and being more particularly de­ scribed as follows: BEING LOT No. 19 as shown on a plat of Town View Estates, which appear of record in the Ashe County Public Registry in Plat Book 5, at Page 5, at Page 532, to which re­ corded plat reference is hereby made for a metes and bounds de­ scription of said lot. Together with improve­ ments located thereon; said property being lo­ cated at 716 Townview Drive, West Jefferson, North Carolina. Subject to that certain Restrictive Covenants and Restrictions Agree­ ment affecting said subdivision which ap­ pears of record in the Ashe County Public Registry in Book 240, at Pages 649-650, to which reference is hereby made. And being that same property described in that certain deed from Millers Creek Lumber Company, Inc. to Gary M. Wagoner and wife, Starr S. Wagoner, dat­ ed June 2, 1999, and of record in the Ashe County Public Registry in Book 240 at Page 1969. Wilkes Community College RENTERS!! tired of paying rent? Govern­ ment backed loans!! Easy financing... Low interest New Genera­ tion Homes of Wilkes­ boro 336-973-4462 Information Technology Assistant/lnstructor-Ashe Friends Don't Let Friends Drive Drunk! Campus For more Information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu Appalachian Ski Mtn. Facility Maintenance Supervisor/Technician For more Information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu Wilkes Community College Bookstore Cashier/ Merchandising Clerk For more Information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu is now taking applications from enthusiastic, customer service oriented individuals for fulltime seasonal employment for the upcoming ski season beginning November 16th. Applications are being accepted for the following areas: Snowmaking Reservations Nursery Office Security Ski Shop Equipment Rentals Restaurant Ice Skating Lift Operations Gift Shop Terrain Park Ticket Cashiers Apply in person at the Main Office on the lower level of the lodge 9am-4pm, Monday-Friday \\ON O Deerfield Ridge Assist­ ed Living is hiring CNAs. Also, hiring Resident Care Aides no experience neces­ sary- will train. Benefits available. Incentives. Great working condi­ tions. Apply in person 287 Bamboo Rd. Boone, NC. 828-264-0336 Empire Chrysler Dodge Jeep eas Only Salaried Automobile POSITION (1) $300 Week Salary + (2) Commission + SPECTACULAR REAL ESTATE AUCTION Saturday, October 13, 2007 * 1:00 P.M. 57.85 ACRES (+-) IN 17 TRACTS FOX VALLEY RD., - MARION, VIRGINIA 7 TRACTS ON THE MIDDLE FORK OF THE HOLSTON RIVER (3) Bonuse + (4) 401 K + (5) Insurance (6) Paid Vacation + (7) No Long Hours warn This is your chance to buy some of the best building sites in Smyth EMPIRE County at public auction! The tracts range in size from 2 acres to 9.69 acres, and they all offer great views and building sites! All the tracts have been |PERK I'ESIEDpnd approved! Seven of these tracts are 2 acres (a) and join the Middle Fork of the Holston Riverl The loca­ tion is ideal, and you are just minutes away from Marion, Chilhowie. and Interstate 811 This is an PUBLIC AUCTIONI You set the price on some of the best land aroundl NAA AUCltOflMT DAVID COUNTS Va Auctioneer #0326 Abingdon, Virginia (276) 628-8123 1-800-797-157# Announcements made day of auction take precedence over all printed materials. For further Information contact COUNTS AUCTION GROUp AUCTIONEERS Abingdon • Lynchburg • Marlon www.countaauction.com BILL BRYANT - Lynchburg. Virginia mtfSBXBg*. DANNY COUNTS DWIGHT COUNTS Va Auctioneer #2276 Marion, Virginia (276) 783-3444 Fax (276) 628-8633 CHRYSLER • JEEP • DODGE Just above Wal-Mart on the right Highway 421 •Wilkesboro 336a667a>2886 www.empiredodge.com �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY , OCTOBER 9, 2007 PAGE 11 Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals instance of bankrupt­ Attorneys for Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. 1195-Legals 1195-Legals Trustee may, in the Trustee's sole discre­ tion, delay the sale for up to one hour as pro­ vided in or safety conditions ex­ isting in, on, at or relat­ cy protection. IF YOU ARE UNDER ing to the property be­ THE PROTECTION ing offered for sale, OF THE BANKRUPT­ and any and all respon­ CY COURT OR HAVE sibilities or liabilities BEEN DISCHARGED arising out of or in any AS A RESULT OF A way relating to any BANKRUPTCY PRO­ such condition ex­ CEEDING, THIS NO­ pressly are disclaimed. TICE IS GIVEN TO Also, this property is YOU PURSUANT TO being sold subject to all RE­ taxes, special assess­ STATUTORY AND ments, and prior liens QUIREMENT or encumbrances of re­ FOR INFORMATION­ AL PURPOSES AND cord and any recorded IS NOT INTENDED AS releases. AN ATTEMPT TO A cash deposit or cash­ ier's check (no person­ COLLECT A DEBT al checks) of five per­ OR AS AN ACT TO cent (5%) of the pur­ COLLECT, ASSESS, chase price, or seven OR RECOVER ALL hundred fifty dollars OR ANY PORTION OF DEBT FROM ($750.00), whichever is THE greater, will be required YOU PERSONALLY. This 3rd day of Octo­ at the time of the sale. THIS IS A COMMUNI­ ber, 2007 CATION FROM A SUBSTITUTE DEBT COLLECTOR. TRUSTEE SERVICES, THE PURPOSE OF INC. THIS COMMUNICA­ SUBSTITUTE TION IS TO COLLECT TRUSTEE A DEBT AND ANY IN­ FORMATION OB­ BY: TAINED WILL BE Attorney at Law USED FOR THAT The Law Firm of HutchPURPOSE, except as ens, Senter & Britton, stated below in the P.A. NCGS §45-21.23. Should the property be purchased by a third party, that person must pay the tax of FortyFive Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and convey­ ance "AS IS, WHERE IS." Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, be­ ing foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, at­ torneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the hold­ er of the note make any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health P.O. Box 1028 4317 Ramsey Street Fayetteville, North Car­ olina 28311 sales-corn The onset of eye disease may not Case No: 867.122886 be as visible as the appearance of new wrinkles. An eye doctor can spot the earty warning signs of The Jefferson Post is OnLine vision problems like glaucoma and macular degeneration, as well as other serious health conditions such as diabetes and hypertension. Early detection is key. Local news is just a click away! For men and women over 40. it might be wise to look into your eyes. For more information, visit checkyearly.com. A public service message from Vision Council of America and AARP. jeffersonpost.com •AARP Th* poww to moko ft bttor ' m Check Yearly. See Clearly w i. oar lawn SERVICES ) ~ * isr LAWN CARE H& Northwest _No> CALHOUN CLEARING & GRADING • Foundations • Drainage/Erosion Control • Land Clearing • Road Construction • Water Gardens & Landscaping Wesley Calhoun -9040 • 846-4688 • 977-4882 . Lawn Care, Inc. J Lawn Services Lot Maintenance ^ Minor Landscaping Providing a full line of lawn care services forfull and part lime residents of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. Serving Ashe & Alleghany Counties FREE ESTIMATES "Since 19X9" 9464 Hwy 16 N • Grassy Creek, NC 28631 Thomas Reed - Owner 336-246-3434 336-982-4651 336-385-8563 445 Wade Vannoy Dr. • West Jefferson, NC/ >- ' - ROOFING Appalachian Roofing Co. FREE ESTIMATES Senior Citizens Discounts Serving Wilkes and Surrounding Counties « ROOFING ASHE COUNTY ROOFING 2S Years Experience Licensed in North Carolina &.• VA Install roofing of all kinds Roof Painting Insured A- ALL Work Guaranteed North Wilkesboro 336-670-3554 ROOP'S ROOFING All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs FREE ESTIMATES! Owner: Charles Roop Lansing, INC 336-384-2063 .OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE J0 / 1 kQf TREE SERVICE Kay Couws \ Tree- Service, |TreeTopping,Trimming and Removal Free Estimates Fully Insured 35 Years Experience Phone: 336-246-5634 Cell: 336-977-8701 J & K Construction Decks • Remodeling • Pressure Washing • Replacement Windows • Painting INSURED'FREE ESTIMATES n Mountain Welding John Barker • 336-384-3222 Kenny Spencer „336-384-2761 • cell: 877-7829. hrmt Stainless Steel Aluminum • Mild Sleel Handmade Gales TV, r • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation • Basement Remodeling Seasonal Opening & Closing 24 Hour Weldinu Service Portable Units lor On site Weldinu P.O. Box 276 • Warrensville, NC 28693 *' Unity's All types of repairs and maintenance for Ashe County's ONLY NC DOT Certified Pipe Welder your home or business. All calls returned.; Shop located at: Authorized Technicians On Board 30 Plus Years Experience 982-3335 Herb Mckittrick Cell: 336-977-1455 336-384-9192 Maintenance Contracts by request. 245 Von Turner Fid. • West Jefferson, NC Phone: 336-877-7511 James Ellis - Owner 17 years experience Industrial • Commercial • Residential DJ ( q A izi ^Mountain Field £xcavatmg & Flawling St&abilaaf <St No JOB Too SMALL!" & J Contracting Co. iNatnamRsDBrniei 336-877-5010 nvner •Siding 'Rock Work •Interior Trim • Patios •Decks "Buildings Where Quality is a Tradition mm , All Work Guaranteed / Licensed, Bonded & Insured /All VVU1IV < B3T usr Experienced in the construction industry 55 Acorn Mill Road Sparta N.C. 26G75 Jacob Irwin Phone; 33G G57-0207 Email: jacobjrwin@yahoo.com Driveways Gravel, Mulch, Dirt •Ponds • Ditching Michael Pennington 336-385-2346 Mobile: 336-977-1312 — t~*A\\os Sanitation Sgm/I IRWIN DRAFTING AND DESIGN A Custom house plans Remodeling plans Material estimates Scaled models 'Lot Clearing ' Basement/Footers ph: 1-336-620-1241 http://home.eartlink.net/~npo/ DRAfTIlVG & DESIGN Specializing in: •tomesites •Spring Work ,Vs'RfD • GRAPHIC DESIGN Meeting all your Graphic Design needs. No job too big or too small! 336-982-5145 fireflycanoQ@yahoo.com It's Finally Here! William & Amy Phillips We are now A Private Trash Service J® accepting new for Ashe County! accounts Garbage Service includes: Weekly or Biweekly Pickup Residential, Light Commercial and Small Business Accepted Contact us at: 828-394-4944,828-292-3211 or 336-977-0500 Toll Free: 877-217-9866 • 8am - 6pm �PAGE 12 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Lead exposure among kids up 88%, state warns RALEIGH - This month, sions on elimination efforts, the N.C. Division of Environ­ workshops for property own­ mental Health's Children's ers, health fairs and work­ Environmental Health shops for parents, and free Branch and other health and blood lead tests for young housing agencies are con­ children. ducting a series of events to "Childhood lead poisoning recognize North Carolina's remains a major environ­ Lead Awareness Month in mental health problem in the conjunction with National United States, and it is en­ Lead Poisoning Prevention tirely preventable," said Ed Norman, program manager Week, Oct. 21-27. Children are exposed for the Children's Environ­ to lead primarily through mental Health Branch. "Help lead-based paint, which is prevent children's exposure commonly found in homes to lead hazards among your built before 1978. Although family by having your child not used in homes anymore, tested for lead poisoning." During the past 12 years, lead-based paint can be found on toys manufactured North Carolina has seen a in other countries, which has dramatic 88 percent decrease been the dominant reason for in the prevalence of elevated multiple toy recalls in recent lead exposure among chil­ dren tested, from 7 percent in months. Every year, approximately 1995 to 0.8 percent in 2006. 300,000 children across the This momentum must be United States and nearly maintained in order to reach 1,000 in North Carolina are the ultimate goal of elimina­ exposed to dangerous levels tion by 2010. • Without proper precau­ of lead in their homes and from the surrounding envi­ tions, disturbing the lead paint in homes allows dust ronment. In North Carolina, events to settle on toys, windowsills will be held statewide and and floors. Children can then include informational ses­ easily swallow bits of dust Mountain Aire and paint chips. Children may also be exposed to lead through home health rem­ edies like arzacon and greta, imported candies and toy or costume jewelry. Lead poisoning can af­ fect nearly every system in the body. Lead poisoning of­ ten occurs with no obvious symptoms, and it frequently goes unrecognized. The only way to test for lead poison- mg is by asking your health care provider for a blood lead l6Sl. Local health departments and housing agencies have educational materials and information about childhood lead poisoning elimination efforts in your area and wavs to prevent lead poisoning among young children. For information about eliminating childhood lead poisoning or Lead Awareness Month activities in your area, call your local health depart­ ment or the N.C. Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Hotline at 1-888-774-0071. Additional information can be found online at the Chil­ dren's Environmental Health Branch Web site at http:// www.deh.enr.state.nc.us/ehs/ Children_Health/index.html, or the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program Web site, www.cdc.gov/nceh/lead. For more information about North Carolina activi­ ties throughout October, con­ tact Amy MacDonald, coordi­ nator for the N.C. Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program, at (919) 966-2463 or via e-mail at amyjmac@ email.unc.edu. Rapid City, South Dakota. From his time in Rapid City, he further pursued his love of nature photography in the Black Hills and Badlands, and now produces DVDs of his photography combined with his flute music played on his own flutes. Many years ago, Bob served as a live-in care taker at Bluff Mountain Preserve, the North Carolina Nature Conservancy sanctuary near West Jefferson. From that experience he grew a deep love for the natural beauty and people of Ashe County; returning to share his flutes and music will be an exciting and satisfying reunion. Bob and his wife Martha, childhood sweethearts from elementary school, live in Charlotte, North Carolina. For more information on Bob and his Ugly Boy Flutes, visit the website: www.UglyBoyFlutes.com . The Sunday Salon Series begins at 4 p.m. For informa­ tion and reservations, call the River House at 336-9822109. Sunday Salon Series features flutes The Oct. 14 Sunday Sa­ lon Series at River House in Grassy Creek will feature Bob Child, a master of the Native American flute. The Native American flute has a mysterious yet sooth­ ing voice that touches the soul. As any flute player will tell you, the Flute "finds" you when you are ready for it...once you've experienced it, the Flute forever stays in your heart. Bob not only per­ forms and records his origi­ nal flute music, but he also makes all of the flutes that he performs with: "Ugly Bov Flutes." How that name came about is a wonderful story in itself, and bears testament to the inspiring and healing qualities of this spiritual in­ strument that he taught him­ self how to craft. To earn insurance and ben­ efits, he is in his 18th year as a TV meteorologist, now with News 14 Carolina broadcast­ ing in both Triad and Char­ lotte markets. Over the years he has enjoyed forecasting at The Weather Channel, WLOS in Asheville, and KEVN in Enter the Mt. Aire Seafood / Jefferson Post 2#§7 Football Contest •" seafood & steaks ^ Each weekly winner will be entered into a drawing to be held at Mountain Aire Seafood for a $50.00 Gift Certificate at the end of the Football Contest in December. Please see our Friday editions for the winner information for the weekly Football Contest. Thanks to everyone for playing the Mountain Aire Seafood / Jefferson Post Football Contest! |1 .The games listed by number in each advertisement correspond to the lines in the entry blank. Some advertisements may contain | more than one game. Simply write on the correct lines in the entry blank which team you think will win. I 2. At the bottom of the entry blank is the Tiebreaker. In the space indicated guess the total combined number of points that will be scored by both teams in that game. • 3. A $20 Gift Certificate from Mountain Aire Seafood will be awarded to the entrant predicting the most winners. In the event | ties the Tiebreaker will be employed to decide the winning of entrant. In the event the Tiebreaker does not break the tie the I prize will be divided equally. I 4. In the event games are postponed they will only • count in that week's contest if they are played within • that week's contest period. The contest period covers games from Friday through the following Thursday. |5. Entries may be mailed to: Jefferson Post at P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or brought to the office at 203 S. Second I Ave., West Jefferson. All mail entries must be postmarked by - the post office no later than the Friday preceding the start of the I contest period and be received no later than Monday's mail. All • entries hand delivered must be at the office of Jefferson Post no • later than 5 p.m. on the Friday starting the contest week. 6. TIE BREAKER | Limit of one entry per person, per envelope, per contest date. All entries must be on entry forms clipped from Jefferson Post. FORBUSH I No photographically reproduced or hand drawn entries will be _ accepted, ASHE I 7. All entries become the property of Jefferson Post. The decision The total number of points • of the judges is final. ) in this game will be... • 8. Winners will be announced as soon after the date of the I contest period as judging allows. 9. Employees of Jefferson Post and their families are ineligible. I OUR GOAL IS SAVING YOU CASH! KB PARKER TIE HARDWARE & BUILDING SUPPLY COMPANY m^,SM "Where the best cost less!" EMPIRE 19 South 3rd Street • West Jefferson, NC 336-246-2611 2000 W. US Hwy. 421 • Wilkesboro, NC 28697 (336) 667-2886 • 1-866-3802416 • www.empiredodge.com Sales Hours: Mon-Fri 8am - 8pm • Sat 9am - 5pm www.parkertie.doitbest.com Mountain Aire c°pe"?ar 'Round m seafood A steaks ,ve ' 73c Jfrvvtl Appetizers Fresh Seafood Sandwiches Desserts Jim 's Corner Lite Side Menu Seafood Delicacies I! 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Everyone is welcome to attend. The Disabled American Veter­ ans will have a Flag retirement ceremony on the 8th of Oct. If you have an American Flag or a POW Flag that is unservice­ able and would like to have in our program please drop them off at the VFW building on Ashe Park Rd. in Jefferson on Monday the 17th between 5:30 and 7 PM and on Oct 8th between 5 and 7 PM. Thank you and for more info, call 336-982-3743. Buddy Greer, Commander DAV. Wednesday October 10 8:30 a.m.: Ashe County Chap­ ter of N.C. Retired School Personnel will meet at Shatley Springs Restaurant. Gwen Ash­ ley from the Museum of Ashe County History will present the program. Please bring school books especially middle school and high school age books for the Interagency Christmas Proj­ ect. Thursday October 11 7:30-9:30 a.m.: Cholesterol 6 Blood Sugar Screenings at AMH Mountain Hearts. Cost is $15. Must fast for 12 hours. By appointment only. Call 8460744. 7 p.m.: Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission will hold its BROC Full Board Meeting at the BROC Ashe Office in Warrensville. Friday October 12 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: New Beginnings Craft Fair at St. Francis Catholic Church in Jefferson. Lots of hand­ made items for holiday shopping and gift-giving. Proceeds benefit children in foster care and in-crisis situations in Ashe County. Continues on Saturday. 5:30-7:30 p.m.: The West Jefferson Community Partnership presents Eric Hardin and Friends in the "Concert in the Park series." The concert will be held at the Backstreet Park and the rain location will be the Community Room of the Ashe County Arts Council. Many businesses and art galleries will be open for extended hours in conjunc­ tion with the Ashe County Arts Council's Gallery Crawl, and con­ cert goers are also invited to visit those establishments. The concert is funded, in part, by a Grassroots Projects Pool Grant from the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency, and the Ashe County Arts Council. Saturday October 13 6:30 a.m.: Annual Fall Bazaar at Calvary United Methodist Church Railroad Grade Road, Fleetwood. Doors open at 6:30 а.m. for Country Breakfast. Plenty of crafts, gifts, baked goods, and featuring our new cook book. Come on out and do your early Christmas Shopping 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: New Beginnings Craft Fair at St. Francis Catholic and Regina Combs Wednesday October 17 7 p.m.: Revival at Greenes Cha­ pel Baptist Church, through Oct. 21. Evangelist Tommy Wurth and Sam Hawkins will be the speak­ ers. Prayer room opens at 6:45 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Fred Steelman is the pastor. Friday October 19 8:30 a.m.: The annual meeting of Ashe Services for Aging Inc. and Ashe Senior Village Inc. board of directors will take place in the Ashe Services for Aging conference room. Noon-6 p.m.: 2007 Annual Charles Fleanor Memorial Flea Market at High Country Green­ houses on Hwy 88 in Smethport (across from Ashe Tire Service). Admission is free between noon and 6; there is an early bird spe­ cial with $5 admission from 10 a.m. to noon. All proceeds sup­ port Hospice. NOTE: Bring dona­ tions for the flea market to High Country Greenhouses between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. weekdays, Oct. Church in Jefferson. Lots of hand­ made items for holiday shopping and gift-giving. Proceeds benefit children in foster care and in-crisis situations in Ashe County. 2-17. 3-4:30 p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks will be given at Ashe 11 a.m.-until.: Chicken BBQ and fixings at Midway Baptist Family Central. For more infor­ mation call 846-0781. Church. $7 per plate. Noon to 4 p.m.: Hunter Sightin Day at Ashe County Wildlife Club's rifle range on Peak Creek. For information, call Gale Elliott at 846-7405 or Chuck Spanbauer at 877-2262. Saturday October 20 Sunday October 14 Sugar Tree Baptist CHurch is having its first Homecoming. Service is at 10 a.m., with sing­ ing followed by the preaching of God's Word. After service, there will be lunch in the fellowship hall. Everyone is invited to attend— please plan to be with us on this special occasion! 4 p.m.: Bob Child, Native Amer­ ican flute performance artist, will perform in the Sunday Sa­ lon Series at River House in Grassy Creek. Music starts at 4, hors d'oeuvres at 5, and a fourcourse Chef's Choice dinner at б. $40 per person, plus alcohol, tax and gratuity. Call 219-2109 for reservations and information. 7 p.m.: Revival at Bristol Baptist Church thru Oct. 17. Prayer room will open at 7 p.m. every night and services will begin at 7:15 p.m. Singers will include: Sun­ day night-Church Choir; Monday night-Arnold & Roten Family; Tuesday night-Heritage; Wednesday night-Vickie Sexton 8 a.m.-4 p.m.: 2007 Annual Charles Fleanor Memorial Flea Market at High Country Green­ houses on Hwy 88 in Smethport (across from Ashe Tire Service). Admission is free. All proceeds support Hospice. 4:30-7:30 p.m.: Fred's Pulled Pork Bar B Q at Fleetwood Com­ munity Center. All the fixin's for $8 adults and $6 children. Call 8774973 for take outs or more infor­ mation. Come on out and support your community center. Sunday October 21 4 p.m.: Martha Bassett will per­ form in the Sunday Salon Se­ ries at River House in Grassy Creek. Music starts at 4, hors d'oeuvres at 5, and a four-course Chef's Choice dinner at 6. $40 River House in Grassy Creek. Music starts at 4, hors d'oeuvres at 5, and a four-course Chef's Choice dinner at 6. $40 per per­ son, plus alcohol, tax and gratu­ ity. Call 219-2109 for reservations and information. Ongoing Events Phipps Farm Friday Night Jam. Every Friday (rain, sleet, or snow): 7-10 p.m. Admission Free. Venue is Old Time and Bluegrass Mountain Music.AII music levels welcome, dancers too. Location: 2425 Silas Creek Rd., Lansing, NC. 28643. Info: ftita or Dawg Wood 336-3842382. How do Huskies' Fans celebrate after each Huskies' victory? They come to the Fifth Quarter. What is the Fifth Quarter ? It is a safe alternative and safe activity for high school and middle school students and their parents/ friends. The 'Fifth Quarter' is held after each Ashe County High School home football game. The location of the 'Fifth Quarter' is the Youth Center at Warrensville Baptist Church and the Fellowship Hall of Warrensville United Methodist Church. Activities for the youth include games, music, devotional time and fellowship. This event is sponsored by the Warrensville Baptist, Warrensville United Methodist, Smethport United Methodist, Clifton United Methodist, and Phoenix Baptist Churches. For more information, please call 384-3391. Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday Friday without appointments. Primary Care: Monday - Friday Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold services Oct. 14 through 28 at St. Mary's in West Jefferson. Holy Communion is celebrated at 10 a.m. Coffee hour immediately follows the service. The Oct. 7 service is the Blessing of the Animals, and will be held at Holy Trinity in Glendale Springs. For information, call the church office at 982-3076. Country Roads Pharmacy: Ashe Mobile County Prescriptions can now be filled in Boone at the Hunger & Health Coalition (the old Health Dept. building off Bamboo Rd.). Medication pick-up days are Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10 am - 2 pm. Clients my call in prescription refills at 828-2621628.Your physician can fax new prescriptions to fax # - 828-2620154. Eligibility for Free Medical Clinic. Tuesdays. 4:00 - 6:00. Anyone interested in receiving free medical care from the Ashe County Free Medical Clinic must come to eligibility screening. To be eligible you must live or work in Ashe County, be between the ages of 19 - 64, have NO form of medical insurance, and provide proof of income that meets the clinic's policy. Call 846-4649 for an appointment, or come to the clinic (at the red light in Jefferson) on Tuesdays from 4:00 - 6:00. WIC (Supplemental Food Program forWomen Infantsand Children): If you are a pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum woman, infant, or child less than five years of age, and meet certain eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the WIC Program. WIC is a special supplemental food program that provides individually prescribed packages ot food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program or know someone who does; contact 246-2013. Disabled American Veterans will have BINGO on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the Month at Family Central on the Ashe Central High School Rd. In Jefferson at 7 p.m.. There will be food available at the Morning Star Cafe'. For more information call 336-982-3743. Alcoholics Anonymous Group meets on Mondays and Thursdays at Jefferson United Methodist Church at 7:30 p.m. - Closed Discussion and Saturday at noon - Closed "Big Book Study" - All meetings are non-smoking. Narcotics Anonymous group m Wednesdays and Saturdays at 7: 30 p.m. at Jefferson United Methodist Church. The Ashe County team of High Country First in Families (HCFiF) meets every fourth Tuesday of the month in the base­ ment of the Ashe County Library at 4:30 p.m. The purpose of this meeting is to gather resources in the community to help indi­ viduals who are developmentally disabled. Anyone interested in this program is encouraged to attend. For more information call Michelle Idol at 336-667-3333 extension 244 or toll-free at (866) 667-3398. Choices for Sustainable Living discussion course offered at the West Jefferson Coffee House Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Come learn with others how easy it is to live more sustainably. One person really can make a difference! For information call Gerry at the New River Earth Institute 336-877-1860- or visit www. N ewRiverEarth I nstitute.org. Mountain Overtones Barber­ shop Chorus now meets Thursdays at 7 p.m. at West Jefferson United Methodist Church. AL-ANON (for family and friends of addicted persons): Meets on Wednesdays at the First Baptist Church in West Jefferson at noon. For details, call 3841940. per person, plus alcohol, tax and gratuity. Call 219-2109 for reser­ vations and information. Sunday October 28 4-6 p.m.: Fall festival at Bald Mountain Church. Dinner will follow at 6 p.m. Everyone is wel­ come. 4 p.m.:JBJass will perform in the Sunday Salon Series at Mountain Select Properties and the Ashe County Home Builders Association invites you to a very special OPEN HOUSE SJUWIHMKV; OCTOBER * 1* AJM-5 M® •CTMEft Itf 322 Fairway Oaks Dr., Mountain Aire Golf Course OPEN TO THE PUBLIC—EVERYONE WELCOME! Gome by and see the quality and workmanship of this remarkable custom Wrie and Meet the vendors! Built by the Ashe County Home Builders Association as a fundraiser for the organization's activities and community projects while showcasing the incredible talents of local craftsman and subcontractors. Directions: Look for "Open House" signs. In West Jefferson, take Beaver Creek School Rd. off Hwy. 194 and turn right on Golf Course Rd. Take first right onto Fairway Ridge Rd. and then right onto Winding Ridge Dr. Follow around the edge of golf course and turn right onto Fairway Oaks Dr. to house #322. The Ashe County Home Builders Association would like to thank each of their members who contributed to this project. Without their hard work and generosity, rt would not have been possible to build this beautiful house. Appalachian Blind & Closet Company, Appalachian Stone, Ashe County Garage Doors, Ashe Woodworking, Ashley ity Hardwood I looting, B&G Plumbing & Electric, lossman ' I ' ' ' Gas, Blevins Building Supply, Blue Ridge Energijes, Cross Creek Construction, tub Creek Countertops, D&M Trim, Darrel Hamilton Builder,' Dean Holman Masonry, Dub Lewis, Hodgson Construction, M & J Disposals, McKinney Roofing, McLean Floor Coverings, Miller Insurance, Mountain Central Vacuum, Mountain Home Utopia, Mountain Select Properties of Ashe, New River Builclin Supply, Odie Gilbert Carpentry, Quality Pest Contra Parker Tie Company, Phil's Design Inc, Rickey Staley Painting, Shatley Construction & Paving, Sheets Brothers, Staley's Insulating, State Drywall, Tarheel Lumber, Tony's Rock Masonry, Truline Truss, Ultimate Property Maintenance, Worley's Electric, Yadkin Well Company learn more about the Ashe County Home Builders Association, visit www.AsheHomeBuilders.com Visit www.MountainSelectProperties.com for listing information. Your boss's name, the name of your company and a short message will be published on the Jefferson Post's National Boss Day page on Tuesday, October 16,h, 2007 (Deadline for ad information is Thursday, October lTh at 5pm) $25 for Single Spot or $40 for Double Contact Sandra at the Jefferson Post for further details Phone: 336-846-7164 • Fax: 336-846-7165 E-mail: classified@jeffersonpost.com Or you may fill out the coupon below and mail to: Classifieds/Attn. Sandra Osborne P.O. Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Boss' Name:. I From: Message:. I Company Name:. | Company Phone:. |Billing Address:_ LO Single $25" (3Double $40® We accept Mastercard and Visa � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 81 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Extent The size or duration of the resource. 14 pages Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-10-09 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/175cf7b595832463cc4e00f6dc952590.pdf a431b9d400476f5d8d6222734f37f812 PDF Text Text • Tennis dominates doubles tourney Friday page 1B October 12, 2007 • Youth Soccer League standings 500 page 1B Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 wwwjeffersonpost.com • ACMS soccer teams advance Volume 82, Issue 82 page 2B SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Billboard moratorium? from Staff Reports The county commission­ ers appear ready to impose a moratorium of up to 90 days on new billboards in the coun­ tyContinuing criticism of the number of billboards going up around the county affect­ ing the views and scenery has led the commissioners to con­ sider this moratorium. They will have a public hearing on this at their meeting Monday, Oct. 15, at 5 p.m. "The county would use this time to develop a document regulating billboards," said County Manager Dan McMil­ lan. "Because we do not have land use planning, we cannot ban them." He noted, howev­ er, that the county could reg­ ulate what roads billboards may be built on and their size. Post photo by Linda burchette Norette Brlnegar, pictured in front at right, was helped by family and friends in the Crumpler community to make a batch of molasses on Monday. Everyone has a hand in the stirring of this sweet treat. Fall is time for molasses making by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Cooler temperatures, cloudy days, molasses mak­ ing. All signs of fall, but on > this day, only the molasses testament to the seasojjx. Ho£,fcbright blue, cloud­ less days accompanied this qsitrtumr tradition for NorejJe Rrinegar and her fam­ ily and friends in Crumpler. But never mind the weather or the added heat of the fire, the sweet aroma of the syr­ up was just right. Norette said she had made molasses "ever since I could walk. My dad made molasses every year. That's what we lived on. Proverbs and molasses." The annual event was taking place at her home along Old Highway 16, just aways from where she grew up and next door to her mother's homeplace. The stone furnace where the molflewes was boing made earlier this week had seen batches mkde up there for more than 30 years. When she was a child, Norette said she always helped with the molasses making. "There was just 11 of us. I was next to the youngest," she said. "One time when I was little, I slipped off and went to the makes a good drink. I like it house cause I was tired. But with biscuits." I didn't get a whipping for •Her family plants the it. Several times we sat up cane in May and harvests it all night making molasses in late September and early We didn't sell it. Dr,d air ay3 ^October. "We never had a bad just gave people roc'iasses. bplef that I know of," NorHe always said a gc^'or of e'-^ftaid. The ground where molasses was worti a day's tnWbane is grown makes a work." *• -<•••: vrv, , difference m the taste. Clay The sweet treat i$ en­ soil fis best. The cane is cut joyed on pancakes and bis­ and then pushed through a cuits, and for making gin­ grinder to extract the juice. gerbread cookies and stack The juice is stored in big cakes. "My mother always metal barrels, sometimes made a good stack cake for overnight, then poured Christmas, and I still do into a huge metal pan and sometimes," Norette said. cooked over an open wood "You can stir up molasses fire in the stone furnace See Molasses, page 5A in a glass of milk and that hours on Tuesday morning. It was a project of the GE Volunteers, a program of the GE Aviation company that last year took over the former Smith's Aerospace (originally Oldham) facility in West Jefferson, bringing jobs and community service from a major company with a long history of community involvement. The two dozen volunteers came not only from West Jefferson but also from Cin­ cinnati, Wilmington, South Carolina and other places GE operates. One man from Cincinnati said GE had been doing this when he came on board with the company 27 years ago. "GE is very involved in the community," said Kim Perry, plant manager in West Jef­ ferson. "Now that GE has purchased the Smith's facil­ ity, we want to participate in the community." She was joined by a number of ad­ ministrative officials, includ­ ing Chuck Williams, general At present, billboards only re­ quire a building permit from the county, as with any new construction. The commissioners' meet­ ing begins at 3:30 p.m. at Ashe County Courthouse. A work session will be held prior to the regular meeting at 2 p.m. in the second floor conference room behind the register of deeds office. Items on the agenda include: 3:35 p.m.: Tax Adminis­ trator Keith Little with the monthly tax report. 3:50 p.m.: Planning Direc­ tor Zach Edwardson on grant­ ing consent and appointing a representative regarding re­ location of a cemetery. 4:05 p.m.: Closed session on discussion of economic de­ velopment issues. See Moratorium, page 5A Handmade violin donated by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Local resident Charles Wine is keeping alive a craft begun some 500 years ago when the first violins made their appearance Europe. He has built six violins and most inst ment a fundraising r a f f l e for the Ashe County Arme Forces Tribute. The tribute is an annual program by the Jeffersons Ro­ tary Club to honor the men and women who are curserving in the tary and those have served. "Violins have been the product of luthiers for "There were certainly lu­ thiers before StradSee Violin, page 5A GE Volunteers make big impact by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor A small army of corporate volunteers descended upon Family Central this week to do their part to make a differ­ ence. And what a difference they made! Planting bushes, painting play areas, building a storage shed, buying toys, spreading mulch, moving heavy equipment...all with willing hands and smiling faces. Several thousand dol­ lars worth of labor and sup­ plies all in the space of a few manager of rotating parts from Cincinnati. The group first toured the facility, welcomed to the county by Commission Chair­ man Richard Blackburn and County Manager Dan Mc­ Millan, and guided by Fam­ ily Central Executive Direc­ tor Carol Coulter and Ashe Partnership for Children Director Lynn Robinson. Then they got down to busi­ ness, spreading out around the facility and putting their various skills to work where most needed. When the mulch ran out, they went and bought more. When they discovered toys had been stolen outside be­ cause there was no storage for them, they created an en­ closed space and then bought more toys. They planted bushes around the front cre­ ating an attractive and neat­ ly landscaped entranceway. When a freezer donated by Morningstar Cafe arrived for the commercial kitchen, they put their backs into the lift­ ing and carrying. It was with grateful hearts that the staff of Family Cen­ tral welcomed all this volun­ teer effort. "The GE Volunteers called us and said they were look­ ing for a community project to work on, a non-profit," said Carol Coulter. "I said yeah, we've got lots of things to work on. We've raised over $5 million in renovation money. We work on raising that mon­ ey to keep rents low so we See GE Volunteers, page 5A Post photos by Linda Burchette Members of the GE Volunteers program came to Family Central In Jefferson on Tuesday to contribute their skills in planting bushes out front, building an enclosed toy storage area, painting play equipment, and moving equipment as well as provide toys and mulch to the community service center.The volunteers came from ail over the region where GE plants are located including Cincinnati, Wilmington, South Carolina and GE Aviation in West Jefferson. Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,816 U.S. service people killed (as of 10/10) 28,171 U.S. service people woimded (as of 10/10) Lee Smith, Glen Bolick at Skyland Noted regional author Lee Smith will be at Skyland Books and Gifts in downtown West Jefferson today (Oct. 12) from noon to 1:30 p.m. to sign copies of her new book, On Agate Hill. A part-time resident of Ashe County, Smith set part of her novel here after conducting exten­ sive historical research. The book has just been released in paperback. Smith is the author of 12 novels and three story collections. Her previous novel, The Last Girls, was a New York Times bestseller as well as a cowinner of the Southern Book Critics Circle Award. She received the Academy Award in Fiction from the American Academy of Arts and Letters in 1999. Her other novels include Oral Heritage, Family Linen and Fair and Tender Ladies. On Saturday (Oct. 13), Glenn Bolick will be in the store from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to sign cop­ ies of his new book, If This Ain't True, Grits Ain't Groceries. Bolick, who lives in the Blackberry community south of Blowing Rock, is a master potter, sawmill man, singer and songwriter. His book captures many old-time mountains sayings and stories, most of which he learned growing up here. K �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SOCIALS $745.00* Baby News Tracy and William Vannoy of Jefferson announce the birth of their son, William Vannoy. He was born Sept. 28, 2007, at Watauga Medical Center, weighing 6 pounds, 8 ounces. Jan Johnson and Timothy Corum of Crumpler announce the birth of their daughter, Giorgiannah Corum. She was born Sept, 29,2007, at Watau­ ga Medical Center, weighing 7 pounds, 14 ounces. Cynthia and Thomas Beamer of West Jefferson an- Holly Breanna Walls and Eric Ray Beard Walls-Beard nuptials set Steve and Anita Walls of Lansing are pleased to an­ nounce the engagement and upcoming marriage of their daughter, Holly Breanna Walls, to Eric Ray Beard, son of John and Lana Beard of Granite Falls, N.C.,. and Georgia Combs of Warrensville. The bride is a 2003 grad­ uate of Wilkes Community nounce the birth of their son, Hayden Brian Thomas Beam­ er. He was born Oct. 1, 2007, at Watauga Medical Center, weighing 7 pounds, 7 ounces. Amanda and Lee Shaw of West Jefferson annouce the birth of their daughter, Court­ ney Michelle Shaw. She was born Oct. 3, 2007, at Watauga Medical Center, and weighed 7 pounds, 12 ounces. Andrea and Damion Shabeldeen of West Jefferson announce the birth of their daughter, Anna Lucy Shabeldeen. She was born Oct. 3, 2007 at Watauga Medical Center, weighing 8 pounds, 10 ounces. Melissa and Erik Brown of West Jefferson announce the birth of their son, Gavin Scott Brown. He was born Oct. 3, 2007, at Watauga Medical Center, weighing 6 pounds, 5 ounces. Kayla and Christopher Yeoman of Todd announce the birth of their son, Deven Michael Yeoman. He was born Oct. 4, 2007 at Watauga Medical, weighing 7 pounds, 14 ounces. Traci and Mark Hoosier of Creston announce the birth of their son, Jacob Allen Hoosier. He was born Oct. 4, 2007, at Watauga Medical Center, and weighed 7 pounds, 3 ounces. Savannah and Ricky Greer of Jefferson announce the birth of their daughter, Si­ erra Ann Greer. She was born Oct. 1, 2007 at Ashe Memo­ rial Hospital. She weighed 7 pounds, 1 ounce and was 19.5 inches long. She was wel­ comed home by big sister Lil­ lian Greer and grandparents Frank and Theresa Denny, Billy and Sarah Owens and Bobby Greer. More babies on page 1A Per Ounce GOLD IS AT A 28 YEAR HIGH! 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CheckingONF. is powered by BancVue. ©2007 CommunityONE Bank, N.A., Member FDIC �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2007 PAGE 3A SOCIALS Heat breaks records at Grandfather GRANDFATHER MOUN­ TAIN, NC - For the third day in a row the daily high tem­ perature record was broken at the official US Weather Service reporting station lo­ cated next to the Mile High Swinging Bridge on Grandfa­ ther Mountain. A high of 72 degrees broke the previous record for October 9 of 70 de­ grees set in 1958. The daily high tempera­ ture record was also broken n* the previous day with a tem­ perature of 73 degrees. The previous record for October 8 was 67 degrees set in 1997. The temperature reading reaching 70 degrees October 7 breaking the previous re­ cord of 68 degrees set for that day in 1997. The all time highest tem­ perature ever reached at Grandfather Mountain in Oc­ tober is 75 degrees on October 3,1986. frmmm- In 'Beautiful cA&fie County I Saturday October 13,2007 9:00 AM till 4:00 PM C. Diane Bryan-Leeper and Elmer R. Leeper Bryan-Leeper Couple wed wed in Galax on Maui beach Mr. and Mrs. Zachariah Lawless C. Diane Bryan and Elmer R. Leeper were married on 07-07-07 at 7:07 p.m. at First Christian Church in Galax, Va. Rev. Gloria Richardson of Galax and Rev. Curtis Wolfe of Grumpier officiated the for­ mal, double-ring ceremony. The bride is the daughter of Delmer and Juanita Bryan of Sparta, N.C. She graduated from Alleghany High School and UNC-Greensboro and is currently professor of Prac­ tical Nursing at Wytheville Community College. The groom is the son of the late Hazel Hamilton Martin. He is a graduate of Beaver Creek High School in West Jefferson, N.C., and was formerly employed by Ty­ son Foods and Ashe County Cheese. The bride wore an el­ egant strapless floor-length ivory satin gown with chapel train. Beads and embroidery adorned the gown's bodice. A full-length, long-sleeved me­ tallic Champagne lace jacket with train was worn over the gown. The bride carried a bouquet of seven white roses accented with alstromeria lil­ ies held together with ivory and gold satin. The groom met the bride at half distance down the aisle and escorted her to the altar. The musicians and vocal­ ists were Derek S. Florance, pianist and son of the bride, of Concord, N.C., and Daryl B. Florance, vocalist/pia­ nist and son of the bride, of Greensboro, N.C. They per­ formed "The Lord's Prayer" and "Now." The flower attendants were seven-month-old Damia Florance, the bride's grand­ daughter, who was carried by her mother, Roshanda Florance, the bride's daugh­ ter-in-law, of Greensboro, N.C. Quentin Wellington of West Jefferson, the groom's great-nephew, was ringbearer. Bride's assistant was Fontrina Wray of Crumpler, N.C., a friend of the couple. The groom's assistant was J.R. Shatley of West Jefferson, N.C., a friend of the groom. Program assistants were Kayana and Alexis Wray of Crumpler, N.C., friends of the couple. The ushers were the groom's sons, Tyrone Leeper of Cary, N.C., and Je­ rome Leeper of Boone, N.C.; Aveline Grimes, cousin of the groom, and Annette Har­ ris, cousin of the bride, both of North Wilkesboro, N.C.; and Sally Moxley of Laurel Springs, N.C., a friend of the couple. The guest/gift regis­ trar was Kindra Leeper Cook of Hampton, Va., daughter of the groom. Jackie Long-Byers of Jefferson, N.C., a friend of the couple, directed the wed­ ding. Parking attendants were Wayne Banks of North Wilkesboro, N.C., cousin of the groom, and Gerald Bryan of Conover, N.C., cousin of the bride. A reception took place im­ mediately following the cer­ emony in the fellowship hall of First Christian Church in Galax. The colors for the re­ ception were ivory-gold-black and a splash of red. Candles and asparagus ferns were used in table decorations, and a "love birds" theme was used. Refreshments included a buffet-style meal with as­ sorted meats, cheeseballs, fruits, vegetables, homemade mints and candies and punch (provided by Theda Early, of Galax, Va.). A three-tiered wedding cake with two side cakes was made and served by Leslie Handy of Galax, Va. After a wedding trip to Massanutten Resort, near Harrisonburg, Va., the couple resides in Sparta, N.C. Allyson Denise Pierce and Zachariah Lawless were mar­ ried in a sunset beach wed­ ding on North Maluaka Beach in Makena, Maui, Hawaii, on August 13, 2007. The bride is the daughter of Larry and Shirley Pierce of Reidsville, N.C., and the granddaughter of the late John and Clyde Pierce of West Jefferson, N.C., and the late Webb and Zella Roten of Warrensville, N.C. The groom is the son of Jack and Denise Lawless and the grandson of the late Albert and Christine Fellows of Copley, Ohio, and Evelyn Lawless and the late John Lee Lawless of Char­ lotte, N.C. Allyson was escorted by her father, Larry Pierce, and given away by both her par­ ents. The Maid of Honor was Tara Matisha Pierce, sister of the bride, and Jasmine Law­ less, sister of the groom, was Bridesmaid. Jack Lawless, father of the groom, was his Best Man, and Justin Mat­ thew Pierce, brother of the bride, was Groomsman. Immediately following the ceremony, there was a recep­ tion at Seawatch Restaurant. The bride graduated from Rockingham County High School, Class of 1998. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration at UNC-Chapel Hill in 2002, and a Juris Doctor at UNCChapel Hill School of Law in 2007. She presently works as an attorney with the firm of Robinson, Bradshaw & Hinson, PA. The groom graduated from Ashe Central High School, Class of 1997. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychol­ ogy from UNC-Chapel Hill in 2001. He currently works as Production Manager for the University of North Carolina. The couple honeymooned in Maui and Kauai, and were honored at a second recep­ tion at The Barn at Valhalla in Chapel Hill, NC after the honeymoon. They now reside in Charlotte, N.C. Entertainment, arts and crafts, bake sale, lots of good food, Granny's Attic Trash and Treasure sale PLUS a chance to win a full sized handmade quilt. l|y^ lity Episcopal Church lendale Springs Home of famous Ben Long Fresco "The Last Supper" WHEN EXPERIENCE MATTERS Dennis Houck, LLC Insurance Sales • Consulting • Training Auto • Home • Business Trusted #11 Jefferson Station Choice* Dennis Houck, C\C AM 36 years experience West Jefferson, NC dhouckllc@earthlink.net 336-877-7218 autumn NEW FALL STYLES ARRIVING ' DAILY Ashe Memorial Hospital Mount Jefferson Family Medicine YOUR FUTURE is pleased to announce that Danielle Darter, M.D. joined their practice on October 1, 2007. Dr. Darter is board certified and will be providing a full spectrum of care to her patients, including obstetrics. She is a graduate of the Medical College of Virginia. For further information or to schedule an appointment call Mount Jefferson Family Medicine 336-846-7433. RRANP JEWELRY Wal-Mart Shopping Center, Wilkesboro, NC Email: diaking@wilkes.net • www.thediamondking.com 1-336-667-2257 • 1-888-591-3174 LAYAWAY INOW! No Time Limit Pay Any Amount Down! Member JA • SJO • NCJA 90 DAY SAME AS CASH FINANCING HOURS: MONDAY-SATURDAY 9:30-6:00 �s: Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers o without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter. --Thomas Jeffe Editorial Good news on Habitat PAf PAGE 4A FRIDAY, O C T OBER 12, 2007 Foxx responds To the Editor: The recent editorial on health care for children prompted me to explain my position on this important issue. I support extending the current children's health care program. I have signed onto HR 3584, the SCHIP The Jefferson Post is to be such a success over Extension Act of 2007 which extends funding for the State delighted with the news the past 31 years. Each that a number of forward- family, before even start­ Children's Health Insurance Program for 18 months in or­ thinking members of the ing to work on their own home, must provide a con­ der to give Congress time to community have organized work out a reasonable com­ a local chapter of Habitat siderable amount of labor promise. to other families. There is for Humanity. This issue has been highly As has been pointed plenty of sweat equity in politicized for one simple rea­ son—politicians who level ac­ out several times in this every Habitat home. This cusations about not protect­ space, there is a desperate is not a "handout," but sim­ ing children, even when those ply people working together need for affordable housing dience went wild from the accusations are patently opening bars. We know Jeff is in this county. This news­ to improve their communi false, can earn lots of political the greatest speed technician paper is a strong critic of ties. As Habitat has always points. in the universe, and Wayne is stressed its Christian roots, "Aspenization"—the conver­ Frankly, this debate should the greatest picker, we know we may also call it faith in not be about scoring political sion of this county into a all that, and that's the draw, points. It should be focused playground for the wealthy, action. the ones covered—and that but their comedy timing and on insuring poor children To the Editor: The local chapter is just to the exclusion of our young there are no sneaky little ad­ I was one of 260 people chat was so dazzling that it first. But that is not how ditions added to the new pro­ people and working families. getting underway here, but privileged to be among the added a major dimension to it deserves a broad range of SCHIP has always worked. posal! While new arrivals are wel­ audience at the Civic Center the show. In many states, there are E.D. Childress I, for one, have always come, the long-term health support. Churches need to more adults covered by the Jefferson on Saturday, Oct. 6, when been disappointed that Hel­ of this community depends get involved in this impor­ Emile Pandolfi, Wayne Hen­ program than there are kids derson, Jeff Little, and Helen en White doesn't play fiddle on working families—but tant faith-based effort. and the current legislation is More representatives of White all performed on the more often. There are thou­ chock full of weak provisions they are being forced out of sands of great fiddlers out local business (including that will allow states to con­ same bill. the housing market. there, but what makes Helen I'll get around to the per­ tinue to use federal funds to If you are not familiar the Chamber of Commerce) To the Editor: stand out is what comes out formance in a moment. and education (including insure adults. On Tuesday, October 9, with Habitat for Humanity, New ground was broken from her heart through her In fact, SCHIP currently 2007 two classes of children in Ashe County that night, fingers into the fiddle itsell. what follows is a brief over­ the Ashe Campus of Wilkes insures more than 700,000 view. A local chapter seeks Community College) need to adults across the country, from Head Start, ranging in in several ways. One was the It's electric and makes the ages of 2 years old to 4 years ticket price, which was $35 a hair on your arms stand up. to build new, energy-effi­ join in. And average citizens while 530,000 eligible kids re­ old, were to go on a field trip need to polish up their tools, person. There may have been She explained that the school main uninsured. In Minneso­ cient homes. With support and get ready to lend their ta, one of the worst offenders, to the Jefferson EMTs and the ticket prices that high at the authorities (not Ashe County) from volunteers, they work 87 percent of SCHIP partici­ Jefferson Vol. Fire Dept. I am Civic Center before, but I had refused to allow any of with families to build these time to help build a better sad to report that don't recall it. Usually it's $8, the JAM kids to appear on pants are adults. It is plain extremely homes. The result, in this future for the county. there were 30 children ex­ $10, or $15. $35 is what one stage because, get this, WINE old false advertising to push We salute the visionary tremely upset to find that no thinks of as New York prices, was being served. This rule county, will be three-beda bill on the American people one from the fire department although, in truth, the last confused a lot of people that citizens who have taken the room homes with low util­ that would expand coverage first step towards protect­ for adults under the guise of found it important enough to time New York prices were night. However, one young ity bills—and a price tag of show up!!! This is not the first that low was in the 1970s. JAM got by the regulation, around $60,000. The new ing our county in a time of i helping children. time that this has happened, That's 30 years ago. So, today, came out, and played guitar. The bill also waters-down owners are able to borrow drastic change. This news­ I it happened in the previous $35 is a steal, especially for He was brilliant. Imagine the enforcement measures to keep paper pledges its support lor this amount, with help from what we got that night, which inspiration a kid must get illegal immigrants from tak­ school year as well! The .Jefferson Vol. Fire leads to the second reason from playing on stage with Habitat, for no or low inter­ Habitat in the months and ing advantage of the program years ahead. est. and leaves law-abiding tax Dept. was contacted on the why this production broke Wayne Henderson. How he's If you want to get involved, Work is a key element of payers on the hook for the bill previous Friday to confirm new ground. There was not going to feel for the rest of give Don Sloan a call at 336- to insure illegal aliens. Add the appointment for the chil­ just one international per­ his life. The lad must remain the Habitat program, and dren and asked, politely, if unnamed however, otherwise to that a massive increase in former, but FOUR. one reason it has proven 877-5190. they could not be there to al­ I'll get around to the per­ he might have to face the ul­ tobacco taxes that will have a low the children to tour the timate penalty for his desper­ detrimental effect on North formance in a moment. And third, the show ate crime. Carolina's economy and we department and see the fire engines just to simply call was not just a show, but an The second half of the show NOW 1UAT I'VE #WUATB? have a real boondoggle of a the Head Start office and let EVENT. River House catered was the legendary Emile Pan­ I'M 601N& 1° 'NPIA1° 5WPY bill. In fact, in order to fund PROGRAMING ft? I CAN PCfURN the program the government them know in advance. No in truly magnificent style, as dolfi. What can one say about 10 TUE \J6 ^ ^ ovnvcUBCH? will need an additional 22 one did so. As the children, always, with fascinatingly a guy who plays better piano EMPLOYEE OF AN INDIAN million new smokers to pro­ parents, teachers, and stafi creative hors d'oevres and, with one hand than most pia­ OUTSOURCING COMPANY,,. loaded the busses and headed get this, WINE. Coffee and nists do with two. When he vide adequate revenue. To top it off, in order to down the hill they noticed no chocolate kahlua truffles used two hands, he was, as one was at the department. were served in the intermis­ always, awesome. His last conform to the House's payas-you-go rules, new people We headed down the hill to sion, and all this brought to number was a medley from are added to the program and the EMTs, where the guests you by devastatingly pretty Les Miz, Evita, and Phantom, then dropped after five years. were greeted at the door, al­ (and tall) waitresses who, one which he called "The Miser­ lowed to come into the liv­ strongly suspects, were not able Phantom of Argentina". This fiscal shell game is one ing quarters of the EMTs on really waitresses at all, but The audience cracked up. of the most cynical I have duty, and allowed to go in­ New York actresses brought Huge, standing ovations, ever seen. For these reasons I cannot side of the ambulance. The in by Gayle Winston for the every moment a gem, great food and wine, a fantastic au­ support the current legisla­ children were so excited and occasion. really wanted to see the fire And, people traveled from dience, and you have the best tion. It claims to cover chilengines now. They thought if far and wide to come to this we've ever seen. There will be I dren, but in reality thousands the ambulance was that neat show. It was that important. more like this. Ashe County of adults get coverage while imagine what the fire engine It showed the world that little has moved into a different many kids remain uninsured. Jeffersont would be! Load up the bus­ ol' Ashe County can do things league, one knew this on Sat­ If the program's original in­ ses again and no one there!!!! up there with the best of'em. urday night. tent of insuring poor children In the old days one might remains unfulfilled, Congress HOW RUDE!!!! Heather Smith John Stewart have said this was a New has no business expanding it Fleetwood West Jefferson York night. Today, I say it was to cover middle-class adults. an Ashe County night. Member: (USPS 441-810) Okay, the show. First, the Congresswoman N.C. Press Association lighting and sound were as Virginia Foxx Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. good and creative as anything Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. seen on Broadway. These are Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. such crucial elements to a Ph (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com major show like this one. One Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ To the Editor: false move would have re­ As coach of the Ashe Coun­ duced the quality of the show. ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new ty Youth Soccer league 5-6 There was no false move. The editorial page of the and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. year old Smart Gallery team Jane Lonon, without Jefferson Post is available, To the Editor: (gold) I wish to extend my whose participation this all Editor - Jim Thompson I cannot believe your edi­ free of charge, for readers heartfelt thanks to the play­ would never have happened, Publisher - Cabot Hamilton torial of today!! Do you know to express their views. All ers and coaches of the 10-14 introduced the event from the what was in that bill that Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop year old AEV team (Black) stage. If one had never fully it takes is a letter to the Bush vetoed?? editor. The subject of the 1. We're supposed to pay for their kind hearted scrim­ realized how good Jane is at mage with my team for our this, one could not fail to see it Assistant Editor Linda Burchette for healthcare for families letters should be a matter last practice of the year. It that night. She brilliantly set c°y P°wers Production Manager making 80,000 a year? All the of community interest and was so much fun for our team the tone for what followed. illegal immigrants who have Graphic Artist/Webmaster Wendy Cole and you were all so nice and should be limited to 700 JAM stands for Junior Ap­ sneaked into our country? Sports/General News Reporter Michael Graybeal words. 2. Do you know what was had so much fun about it that palachian Musicians, and (I'm it made me proud to be a part not sure I have a grasp on the Business Manager Sandra Osborne tacked onto that bill? Homo­ Letters must be signed of this game and this league. details) Helen White is a big Receptionist Kelly Blevins sexuals are already protected with an address and This kind of sportsmanship player in this organization. It under laws on the books.This Advertising Sales Teresa Roark Laws phone number for verifi­ and being good role models helps kids in this area get a particular addendum would Advertising Sales Ashley Calhoun for the younger kids is the start on the road to tradition­ cation purposes. Only the cause the teaching of the Bible to be against the law! essence of the game of soccer. al Appalachian music. Vital writer's name and com­ Mailroom Department stuff, given our heritage. So, How long do you think the Thank you all so much. munity will be published. I'd also like to extend my this was a fund raiser. Hel­ ACLU would wait to sue over Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Letters must not be libel­ thanks to the children who en's idea. She approached the that?? Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, were on my team, and espe­ musicians in question and ous and no poetry will be 3 It's time our media, in­ Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. cluding the newspapers, start cially their parents. Because they all jumped at it. Backed accepted for publication. of you and the great attitudes by Gayle Winston of River informing us of what is con­ Please address; To the you brought to the practices House, the result was (as ev­ Postmaster, send address changes to: tained in the laws passed by Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. and games, I really enjoyed eryone who was there said) Jefferson Post Congress. coaching this year, and hope the most spectacular evening Box 808, West Jefferson, 4.Everyone would like to P.O. Box 808 to see all of you playing again of entertainment ever seen in NC 28694 or email to see all children,who belong West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 Ashe County. here, have healthcare provid­ next year. jthompson @ jeffe rsonCoach Gilly Macknee The evening opened with ed—if their families cannot post.com. Lansing Jeff Little on piano and Wayne All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson I imes Inc. afford it. Henderson on guitar. The auand may not be reproduced without permission. Let's make sure these are Letters to the Editor Breaking new ground How rude! Post Cannot believe it Good sports Express your views �FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Fall festival planned at Jefferson Station NASCAR is coming to town! Can you hold your own on the track? Get the chance to find out in the NASCAR simulator to be set up at Jef­ ferson Station on Saturday, Oct. 20 during the Fall Leaf Festival. The third annual festival at Jefferson Station in downtown West Jefferson will feature entertainment, food, shopping opportunities, and some pretty fast driving for all ages to enjoy. The Fall Leaf Festival takes place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Festival-goers can listen to the country/rock sounds of Rock-N Country Band until 3 p.m. and enjoy food beginning at 11 a.m. Food will be available in the mall as a fundraiser for Ashe County Free Medical Clinic, providing primary medical services to the medically un­ insured living and working in Ashe County. Enjoy hotdogs, popcorn, cheese nachos, sno cones, cotton candy and drinks priced at 60 cents per item. All NASCAR enthusiasts are invited to try out the sim­ ulator. There will be drawings every hour beginning at 10:30 a.m. with NASCAR related prizes and home related priz­ es. Winners can choose your prize, but you must be pres­ ent to win. While attending the festi­ val, take the opportunity to stroll the mall and visit the shops in Jefferson Station. Currently there are shops featuring antiques, interior decor, a cabinet maker, quilt store, realty office, two beau­ ty salons and an Ebay store right here in West Jefferson. Learn how you can buy and sell on Ebay. Jefferson Station furnished condominiums will be open for inspection throughout the day. Enjoy a look at the renovations that have taken place in the former Thomasville Furniture plant and be amazed at the transforma­ tion. Mark your calendar for the Fall Leaf Festival at Jefferson Station, "A New, Fun Place to Live, Work, Shop & Play," at 215 S. Jefferson Avenue. Call 219-0014 for more informa­ tion. Little's debuts website Little's Health and Fit­ ness Center in West Jefferson has debuted its new web­ site. The address is www.littleshealthandfitness.com. "The website was created to make it easy for the public to view the health and well­ ness benefits of a member­ ship with Little's Health and Fitness Center," a spokesper­ son said. "For folks who are unfa­ miliar with the club, there center, with over 25 years in the business. The club was re­ modeled in 2006 and features a family-friendly environ­ ment where you can work out for less than $1 per day. For more information, visit the website, or call Little's at 846-7474. Hours are Monday through Thursday, 5 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday, 5 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sat­ urday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Sunday, 3 to 6 p.m. is a user-friendly icon on the site that will allow potential members to print a 'Free One Week Pass,"' he said. The club also has a new e-mail address, which can be accessed from the website. New and current members are encouraged to e-mail with questions, comments and sug­ gestions. Little's Health and Fit­ ness Center is Ashe County's original health and fitness Violin in this violin) doesn't matter. 1910 valued at around $500 And in the graduation of the plus some rosin, the case and face, not the varnish or the strap. wood. That's what gives it the The winner of the violin fundraising raffle will be an­ sound." A resident of the Ashe nounced at the close of the Lake community, Wine builds Nov. 11 Veterans Day cer­ violins, but also repairs other emony at Ashe County Court­ stringed instruments. He is house. planning to open a shop, the Tickets for the raffle are $2 Alice Music Company, to re­ each or three for $5. You can pair instruments people want find tickets at the Ashe Coun­ to sell. He will buy the instru­ ty Chamber of Commerce and Bluemoon Guitars and Music ment, repair it, and resell it. This violin Wine has do­ in West Jefferson, at Scott nated to the Ashe County Harris Guitar Repair in Jef­ Armed Forces Tribute fund­ ferson, contact any member of raiser is the sixth one he's the Jeffersons Rotary Club or made. It took him a couple of local veterans organizations, years to construct in his spare or call 977-1427. Donations time. As for its value, he said, are also appreciated. Write to "You don't make a violin for Jeffersons Rotary Club Foun­ dation, P.O. Box 1045, Jeffer­ profit." Wine said that the dis­ son, NC, 28640. The Ashe County Armed tance of the strings is deliber­ ately not set up and the violin Forces Tribute is a non-par­ has not been notched because tisan, non-political event to violinists have different size show the troops and veterans hands and like their own set­ that the not-so-silent majority up. He will do the setup and of Ashe County, North Caro­ attach a label for the winner lina supports and appreciates them. Learn more at www. of the raffle. With the violin is a sil­ ashecountyarmedforces.org. ver-mounted bow circa 1890- GE Volunteers continued from front page can keep the buildings occu­ pied. So there's not much left over for sprucing things up. The GE Volunteers did sever­ al thousand dollars worth of work for us that we've been putting off because there wasn't enough money." Coulter also wants to thank Landscape Architect Lynn Rees-Jones for her part in designing the landscaping needs of Family Central and Hollis Wild with Appalachian Trees and Glen Sullivan with Moratorium— The players were: Brent Banks, Larry Prince, Walt Green, John Kilmartin, Jim Shepherd, Russell Sheets, Bryan Edwards, Tom Douglas, Jim Judson, Edd Dickens, Bryce Lewis, A1 Barkley, Morris Eller, Truett Eller, Maxwell Cox, Kevin Lyall, Harold Eller, Ed McKinney, Ron McKinney, Walt McMillan, Bob Beber, Chris Jones, Larry Delp, Dede Ashby, John Ashby, Jim Luper, and Pat Chamblee. And the winners were: Closest to Pin #1: John Ashby Closest to Pin #14: Larry Prince Closest to Pin #16: Larry Prince Longest Drive (Ladies): Pat Chamblee Longest Drive (Men): Kevin Lyall 1st Place (gross): Bethany United Methodist Church 2nd Place (gross): SkyLine Telephone 1st Place (net): Prince and Co. 2nd Place (net): Lyall and Co. Thanks to our sponsors and supporters: Molasses Foggy Mountain Nursery for discounts on plants. The next major project for Family Central is Coulter's desire to install drop ceilings along the main hallways to hide the pipes and duct work and provide more efficient heating and cooling. The tiles are ready; they came from the former Beaver Creek High School, but new beams and supports are needed along with pulling the electrical work down for flourescent lighting. She also hopes to put in laminate flooring once the ceilings are done. A long range goal is covered walk­ ways and enclosed entranceways for the front and side of the main building. As the renovation contin­ ues, and plans get underway for the new ballfields, Fam­ ily Central will no doubt one day be the dream community center showcased in the ar­ chitect's rendering. A model facility for which Ashe Coun­ ty can truly be proud, and a product of so many commu­ nity and corporate volunteers and sponsors. that's located inside an open shed. Everyone takes a turn stirring and pushing the liq­ uid as it thickens and the temperature rises. It takes at least two people to skim all the time. Norette said it's usually done when the temperature reaches about 226 degrees. "Nowadays we use a thermometer, but back then we just had to guess," she said. As the molasses cooks, the fire is gradually doused with water, then the pan is lifted off the furnace by sev­ eral strong fellas who carry it out of the shed and place it on wooden sawhorses. The stirring continues as the mo­ lasses is pushed through a hole in one end and strained into metal cans through a white cloth bag with a small hole in the end. The foamy part left over is popular with some who even prefer it to the clearer dark brown mo­ lasses. After it sits awhile, the molasses is transferred to jars for storage and use. Then the cleanup begins and the process starts all over again. It takes about six hours from start to fin­ ish and this batch makes 10 to 12 gallons. Several of Norette's fam­ ily members and friends use the furnace to make their own molasses and everyone shares the bounty of the cane harvest. When you see the leaves falling and the smoke rising, you know it's molasses making time. Visit our new website... www.ieffersonpost.com continued from front page 5 p.m.: Public hearing to hear comments on a morato­ rium on billboards and other types of signs. 5:30 p.m.: Recess for din­ ner prior to a work session on long range planning. The board expects to have about an hour break for dinner and then resume the meeting to continue discussions on the need for long range planning in the county. During the general ses­ sion, the board will hear a second reading of the fran­ chise agreement for Mclntyre Disposal Service to provide solid waste disposal in the county, make an appointment to the social services board, and consider a resolution authorizing the filing of an application for approval of a financing agreement for the Ashe County Law Enforce­ ment and Detention Center. Jefferson United Methodist Church Jeff Davis Jim Barna Log Homes John and Dede Ashby Kilby & Hurley Mountain Select Properties of Ashe Parker Tie Pat and Jack Moncreif Regency One ReMax River House Robert L. Holman Plumbing SkyLine/SkyBest Sue and Burt Hudson T. Gray's Vannoy & Reeves Walt and Sara McMillan West Jefferson United Methodist Church William Kay AF Bank Badger Funeral Home Bethany UMC Men's Club Bethany United Methodist Church Bob and Carol Black Bojangle's Boone Family Funeral Home BREMCO Church Mutual Insurance Classic Homes Dade Behring DISC: Document Imaging Solutions Dr Pepper Bottling Co. Ed and Marion Adams Everette Lyall Jr. First Citizen's Bank George and Sheila Elmer Harry Corpening Heritage Chrysler Dodge Jeep Now in Digital Sound continued from front page continued from front page ivari. Various people seem to have many methods to ac­ quire what they may call the perfect sound. Some say the wood, some say the varnish, some say wood grown in cold seasons. All of these things are important, but after col­ lecting for the past 40 years, I have stumbled on some facts by looking at the experiments of others, their good luck and knowledge. I have added some features of my own. Take the proper tone wood and plane, shave, sand, grind to put the proper curvature into the face and leave wood in the proper place where it will vibrate properly and you will enjoy its sound." Wine said the secret to a good violin is in the thick­ ness of the wood in the bridge support area. A good one is carved out of a single piece of thick wood such as the sitka spruce he used in his sixth violin, which comes from the coal country in Alaska where the wood grows slowly. "The key is the top of the violin," Wine said. "The bot­ tom (which is flamed maple Thank you for your support of Elk Shoals United Methodist Camp and the 2007 Camp Classic Golf Tournament River and restaurant ^ House country inn SundayOctober 14 4 pm - 6 pm / Dinner immediately following performance Featuring • Music starts at 4:00 p.m. Hors d'oeuvres passed at 5:00 p.m. Four Course Chefs Choice served at 6:00 p.m. • Forty Dollars ($40°°) per person plus alcohol, tax, and gratuity Bo6 CfUCcf Native American Fiute Performing Artist 1896 Old Field Creek Road Grassy Creek, NC • 336-982-2109 SHOWTIME Sun-Thurs 7PM Only Fri & Sat 7 & 9 PM Theatre One IP The Seeker Theatre Two The Heartbreak Kid E1C51E1G1G1E1E1E1I31G1E1EL ElElSElElElGlEliaElB Real Estate Auction Saturday October 27 11AM Mountain Lot Dreaming of escaping to the beautiful North Carolina Mountains? The remote feel of the NC Mountains offer solitude and tranquility unlike any other location. This beautiful partially wooded 0.935 acre lot allows you to enjoy nature's beautiful parade of fall colors as well as enjoy a breathtaking view of the North Fork of the New River. This lot has a new septic system and well already installed. This would be an excellent location for your dream mountain get-a-way. Lot is zoned as unrestricted. Call (919) 894-7700 for additional information. Location: Hwy 163- to West Jefferson, continue through West Jefferson on 194 N, this road merges with Hwy 88 W, go 6 miles thru Warrensville on Hwy 88 W, pass Blue Ridge Elementary School turn right into Quail Run fol­ low to top of hill, at T in road turn left on Falls Lane let is on your immediate right. (Look for signs) Terms: 10% down day of auction, balance due in 30 days -A 6% buyers pre­ mium will be added to determine the total contract purchase price. Auctioneers Disclaimer: All information contained herein is provided without rep­ resentation or warranty as to the accuracy of the same. Buyers shall be respon sible for inspecting property and rely on their own judgment. Property to be sold AS IS, WHERE IS, including any and all faults. Announcements at the auctions take precedence over any and all prior advertising. The Auction Firm and Sellers reserve the right to entertain any reasonable otters prior to the auction. Attention Buyers: Please plan to arrive one hour prior to the auction in order to register and have any last minute questions answered. We will also be auctioning a 32' camper separately on auction day. Call Calvin or Lane for information. AQM©GT) & Rli®ity (919)894-7700 www.gregoryauction.com NCAL #8077 �PAGE 6A FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2007 JEFFERSON POST RELIGION Legendary Southern-Aires to perform Oct. 20 Famed gospel group The Southern-Aires will appear on Saturday, Oct. 20, at 7 p.m. at Wagoner Baptist Church in Crumpler. The Southern-Aires be­ gan their musical journey in 1955 at a time when a new musical style was sweeping across the country. The music became known as Southern Gospel, and as it's popularity spread, so did the popularity of the Southern-Aires. The demand for personal appear­ ances took them all over the eastern United States and into several foreign countries. From small rural churches to large municipal auditoriums, the Southern-Aires have ministered and entertained people of all ages, and from all walks of life. There have been many milestones along the way. Below are a few highlights: • The Southern-Aires have been singing the Good News for over 50 years. • On average the South­ ern-Aires perform approxi­ mately 50 weeks per year. • The group has recorded more than 35 albums. • The Southern-Aires were the first Christian group to participate in a Southern Gospel concert in Jerusalem, Israel in 1970. • They have introduced numerous chart-topping gos­ pel songs over the years in­ cluding, "I'll See You In The Rapture" and "I'll Never Be The Same Anymore." Both songs have received world­ wide acclaim. • Many notable singers and song writers have stood together and performed under the Southern-Aires banner including Lee and Charles Feltner, cornerstones in gospel music, and both original founding members. While they are proud of their accomplishments and rich heritage, the SouthernAires are even more excited "You never know who may be waiting for someone to sim­ ply say, 'come.'" Here is some more infor­ mation on the group's mem­ bers: • Dall Miller (Baritone) is the only remaining founding member of the group, with over 50 years singing gospel music. His rich baritone voice blends the smooth four-part harmony that the SouthernAires are known for. • Darrell Webb (Bass) has been traveling and singing since childhood. His reso­ nant, rhythmic voice is wide­ ly recognized by his peers; and he is considered one of The Southern-Aires have performed gospel music since 1955. They will be at Wagoner Baptist Church Oct. 20. about what God is doing now, and what He will do in the fu­ ture. "We want to see Chris­ tians encouraged," says Dall Miller. "We want to see the local churches strengthened so that they can reach their communities for Christ. ASHE COUNTY CRUSADE "The Southern-Aires have always had evangelism at the forefront of their minis­ try. "We never end a concert or a church service without giving the audience a chance to invite Christ into their lives," says Darrell Webb. wimrnmr Homeschool band class offered Homeschool band teacher Linda Bartlett is offering a new band class for beginners. In her third year, Bartlett's beginner class will meet from 3:30-4:30pm at Mt Vale Unit­ ed Methodist Church in Ga­ lax, Virginia. "This is a great opportunity for kids to start training for a lifetime of min­ istry in the music field," she said. This class is for students who have never played or those who have just started. Bartlett can help students choose an instrument and will help find ones to pur­ chase. This is for any band instrument. Students are responsible for buying their instrument, book and stand. There is no charge for the class. Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA Pastor George Norris 246-2979 220 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson, NC Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. A graduate of Asbury Col­ lege in Wilmore, Kentucky, Bartlett has a B.A. in music education and has been play­ ing for 35 years. A multiinstrumentalist, she is also a member of Old Pro Jazz Band and is a founding mem­ ber of the quintet Blew Ridge Brass. Bartlett currently has a 15-member band made up of homeschoolers, who per- Bald Mtn. Baptist Church 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman Baldniountainchurch.org Email: Baldmountain@skybesl.coni Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2042 Sunday Evening - 6:00p.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. Bethany United Methodist Church Blue Ridge Worship Center Church of Christ at West Jefferson 336-877-2801 Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 495 Highway 194 South Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday School 9:45a.m. Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs Sunday School -10:00 am Sunday Worship Service 11:00 am 6:00pm 221 Burnett St., (Off Buck Mtn. Road) Doug Frazier, Minister Sun. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship li:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Bible Study 846-5615 Church Office or 846-5616 Preacher 's Residence and He blessed them" Luke24:50 "Join us in worship to Christ' Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Friendship Baptist Church Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 891 Friendship Baptist Church Rd Jefferson, NC Sunday Morning Worship 8:30AM and 11 :00AM Family Time - 9:30AM Sunday School - 10:00AM Sunday Evening Worship 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study 6:45PM Services en Espanol Sabados a las - 6:00PM Clases de ESL Scrvicios a las - 7:00PM Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church "Come as you are, you will be loved" Billy Robinson - Pastor Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship & Praise 11:00 a.m. Sunday School • 9:45 AM Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m. Robert St. off Bare (Clmrch) 846-9378 Rev. David Grinnell • 982-2080 Sunday School - 9:00 a m. Sunday Worship Services- 10:00 am Sunday Evening Services - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00 p m. Baldwin Community Church BarnettSt. • West Jefferson 846-3954 Pastor Todd Brewer Casual & Contemporary Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:50a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m. Healing Springs Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh Sunday School - 10:00A.M. Sunday Evening Worship Service - 7:00P.M. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00P.M. Worship • 11:00 AM 201S. Jefferson Ave., West Jefferson 846-7481 CASUAL ENVIRONMENT SERIOUS FAITH Jim Dawes, Minister Sunday School 10:00a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. .Evening Service 6:30p.m. Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church Friendly Grove Baptist Church Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 Deep Ford Rd., Lansing Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Worship at 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00p.m. Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00p.m. Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 7:00p.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7:00p.m. "A Life Worth Living!" Jefferson United Methodist Church Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor Rev. Keith Casey 115 East Main St., Jefferson, NC (336) 246-9512 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson, NC (336) 246-4764 9:00 a.m. Early Worship 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages 11:00 a.m. - Formal Worship Service Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience. North Beaver Baptist Parish of the Holy Communion "Loves you and wants you (Episcopalian) to fellowship with us every Sunday!" 9:45 a.m. Sunday • Sunday School 11:00 dm Sunday • Worship Service 6:30p.m. Sunday • Sunday Night Service 6:00p.m. Monday • T.E.A.M. 10:00 a.m. Tuesday • Joy in the Morning 7:00 p.m. Wednesday • Prayer Meeting We would love to have you come worship with us. St. Mary's Church West Jefferson 8:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Main & Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass - 9:00 AM Saturday Evening Mass 5:00PM English & 7:00r.\i Spanish Weekday Morn. Mass - Call for times Hwy. 163 West Jefferson Pastor Rick Miller Sunday School • 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship • 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00 p.m. Van lYansportation Available —*~ZZ1. ' Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM 336-667-6092 Saturday Services: Bible School -10:00 AM Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4th) • 7:00PM Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. Children's Church and Nursery Provided Youth Services - Sunday • 6:00PM We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! www.wjumc.net Pastor Home: 336-384-3188 • Cell: 336-977-100V • J ay , Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Sunday School • iO:tM>AM 1 of Warrensville Pastor: Kevin Morgan West Jefferson United Methodist Church Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m Missions Building by Faith Promise Seventh-Day Adventist Church Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Phone - 982-3076 Welcome Home Baptist Church Offiff Phone: 336-9X2-9411) > Rev. l/innie ]om - Pastor Sunday School 9:45 am • Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Night Services 6:30 p.m 846-3346 Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 We invite you to join us for a God centered, family worshipping experience Smethport Independant Baptist Church Pastor James T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 194 and 88 tfe.tr, Smethport, NC Faith Fellowship Elliott Osowitt, Pastor 513 E. Main St., Jefferson TWo Services + SS 8:30 -12 Wed. Nite Bible Study: 6:30 pm AWANA Starts Sept 51 Fleetwood, NC Pastor, Chris Cox Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. 9178 Old Hwy. 16 • Crumpler. NC Sunday Morning Worship Service- 11:00A.M. Big Flatts Baptist Church Beaver Creek Christian Church St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh Nursery provided for all services ll, Mt Jefferson Church of the Nazarenc FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 336-846-1189 Cornerstone Fellowship Morning Worship -10:30 a.m. "And He led them as far as to Bethany... EVERYONE INVITED! Pastor: Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 1460 Bald Mm. Rd.. West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service - 11:00am Sunday Evening Worship - 7:00pm Wednesday Evening - 7:00pm 7:00 PM ASHE CIVIC CENTER 1549 Hwy. 194 South • Todd (I mi. offHwy 221) SUNDAY - Sunday School 10:00AM Worship 11:00AM and 6:00PM MONDAY - Community Care 6:00PM (Prayer <& Outreach) WEDNESDAY- Family Night 7:00PM (All ages) (Missions Ministry, Van Ministry. Teen Time) "A Church Jocusrd - on faith, family & tht future" Corner of Faw-Roliincl & McNeil Sts • Jefferson (88 West - Left on McNeil. One Block) Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00a.m. OCT. 15-19, 2007 form as well. A homeschooling mother herself, Bartlett devotes her time teaching music to any interested student. "Play­ ing an instrument opens up many ministry opportuni­ ties." For more information or to register contact Linda Bartlett at 276-238-8490 or trumpet212@aol.com . Assembly of God Church the purest bass singers in Gospel music today. • Wanda Webb (Alto) has been married to Darrell for the past 36 years, and has been singing Gospel music along side him throughout the years. Her enthusiasm is contagious and her musical interpretations make her a favorite everywhere. • Duane Early (Lead/ Tenor) has been traveling the Gospel music circuit for the past 35 years. His vo­ cal range is nothing short of amazing, with flawless highs and full even mids. Duane delivers each song with style and passion. , v, >< ~2' ~ W '« es of Wors - IT A, MSitM ******************** To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 rid-A-BTJG Corner of Hwy. 221 &. Cherry St. EXTERMINATING Jefferson mot 141 Lyalls Lane, Jefferson, NC (Just off Ashe Rark Road) Open Mon-Fri • 7am-5pm 336-902-9821 Sears 246-7131 203 East 1" Street • West Jefferson, NC Convenient 7 Days A Week WlDXER (SuNSTIU'flTION Commercial and Residential PO Box 972 • West Jefferson, NC 336-246-6482 Fax: 246-6402 Dr Pepper ^J Bottling Company West Jefferson 246-4591 ) Termite & Pest Control 246-6077 HUMPHREY MASONRY 5UFPLY, Ashe County Builders Supply 246-4222 Mountain Aire Seafood & Steakhouse Weekly Specialties <5 t. % Old Hwy. 221 -S, Beaver Creek • Wcm Jefferson , Compliments of CONSTRUCTION CONSTRUCTION COMPANY Mt. Jefferson Oil DODGE • CHRYSLER • JEEP lM icra 502 Jefferson Ave. • 336-246-8806 1BILL nA?T "OXSTRt'CTlOX Jefferson, NC All Types Dozer Work Hauling &Trackhoe Work Home: 336-246-HART (4278) Shop: 336-846-7025 NC Inspections ATT Service Minor Repairs Tire Sales Auto Express Kwlk Lube, Inc. Owner/Manager - David Miller 1608 W. Main Street • Jefferson, NC • 246-5945 We Offer LP Gas • Gas Heaters Fire Logs • Cooking Equipment Call Pete at 246-7039 BLUERiTXE otoctclr mrw/x-MW/) corp. 24-HOUR BURNER SERVICE Your Fun 8ervtce Oil Company Call 846-9241 Ronnie Hopkins ASHE Com CEESE tfOvMiMkGMvBMl and Our Fresh Clwmeil Butter 106 E. Main St. 246-2501 _ Boone, NC The Jewel Shoppe 785 East Main Street The Mountain Village Shopping Center Jefferson, NC 336-246-4155 High Country Paint & Performance 1358 W. King Street • Boone 828-264-0439 or 800-452-0343 | #•» |T"i PPG Paints 3-M Products Billy Blcvins • Tommy Little JEFFERSON POST 200 Hospital Ave. Jefferson, NC _ 336-246-7101 203 South Second Ave. West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.jeffersonpost.com 336-846-7164 Fax: 336-846-7165 zvwxv.ashcmettiorial.org (9 <•> Serving Ashe County for over 20 Years H&W Oil Company \, VANNOY & SONS VANNOY Hwy 16 & 163 Intersection Glendale Springs, N.C. • 336-982-3060 8281 262-3700 336-246-3367 9 US Hwy 221 Bus L10W|J West Jefferson 246-9969 Mon-Sat~8:30 AM - 5:30 PM k BROWN tmamtm ] Hwy 421 • Boone, NC 828-264-9051 j www.mackbrownlnc.com Pollard Glass •Oj 211 Burkett Avenue West Jefferson, NC 336-846-4176 Q Aowe Kultoia, 9*tc Your Local Equipment Dealer For All Your Equipment Needs 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap, NC 828-263-8464 • www.boonekubota.com CARDINAL LANES / Family Fun Center j m mm "Church Groups Welcome" j f MAy Discounted Rates '87 Hwy 221, West Jefferson 336-246-7077 Evenings We Build Your Home' I HOMFS neWayYouWantIt —-—• www.classichomes Intersection US 221 &NC I63 • I620NCI63-E West Jefferson, NC • 336-246-3600 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2007 PAGE 7 A ENTERTAINMENT Wool! Photo by Jim Morton On a visit to the North Carolina High Country this past weekend to help cel­ ebrate the inclusion of the Watauga River and in the the Elk Alliance Bobby River Waterkeeper program, Kennedy, Jr. learned of the 30th Annual Woolly Worm Festival that will be held in Banner Elk on October 20 and 21. When told that festi­ val proceeds benefit numerous programs in local schools, Mr. Kennedy consented to help the cause by posing for a photo­ graph with a woolly worm on his face. Baby News Dixieland jazz at Civic Center For a sizzling good time, the stage of the Ashe Civic Center will be piping hot when the Southern Fried Jazz Band offers up delicious and delightful Dixieland jazz! The Ashe County Arts Council will sponsor this foot-stompin', toe-tappin' music on Saturday, October 13 at 7:30 pm. The concert will feature tunes such as "Is It True What They Say About Dixie", "Sweet Georgia Brown" and "When the Saints Go Marching In". The concert will blend music with narration and personal anecdotes into a seamless his­ tory lesson of jazz in America. Instrumental are accented with vocals and stirred with lots of seasoning and sponta­ neity into a tasty "recipe" that will mesmerize the musical taste buds. These ingredients have launched Southern Fried Jazz from the Piedmont foot­ hills of North Carolina into the national spotlight. The underlying mission of the Southern Fried Jazz Band is that of keeping good jazz alive. Each performance evolves into an experience to be remembered long after it has left the stage. The Southern Fried Jazz Band's leader is veteran trum­ pet player Don Edwards who's Dixieland Skills are well honed. He first performed its music as a member of the name bands during the big band era, and later enjoyed fifteen years as a member of the show bands in Vegas at its "musical" prime. During that time he also performed in various Dixieland bands and backed some of the Dix­ ieland greats including Louis Armstrong and the World's Greatest Jazz Band. The other band members include, trombonist Joey Lee, clarinet­ ist Bob Nery, pianist Charlie Goodwin, Bassist Joe Corne, banjo player Skinny Harris and Rick Hodges on drums. And rounding out the group is vocalist Starr Acheson. Trombonist Joey Lee was a member of the stage band Don Edwards started while on the faculty at Furman University in the '70's. A current resident of Anderson, SC, Joey has his own brass ensemble, works as a per service player with the Greenville Symphony and con­ tinues to perform with shows and name bands throughout the southeast. Clarinetist Bob Nery fell in love with Dixieland music in junior high school in Bos­ ton. It was there that he first heard - and later had occasion to perform with - Dick John­ son, whom Artie Shaw hand picked to lead his band for the past thirty years. Bob moved to Raleigh to attend NC State, where he worked as a member of John Ely's Salty Dogs and later with Captain Saylor's Plantation Orchestra. Pianist Charlie Goodwin has toured with and arranged for many shows and name bands throughout his career. He served as pianist and prin­ cipal arranger for Charlie Spivak for many years. When not on tour, Charlie continues to work with his own big band in and around his hometown of Kingsport, TN. Bassist Joe Corne is retired as string teacher with the pub­ lic school system in Roanoke, VA where he also had his own jazz trio at the Hotel Roanoke for twenty-five years. In ad­ dition to playing bass, Joe is an accomplished violinist and cellist. Since returning to his hometown of Charlotte, he has formed his own string quartet, performing for weddings and receptions throughout the Carolinas. Banjo player Skinny Har­ ris is a man of many talents. Along with his tenor banjo, he also plays the clarinet and oboe. An accomplished musi­ cian, Skinny has won many regional and national honors in the Barbershop Quartet So­ ciety. In Charlotte he directed and coached many choruses and quartets, and also served as chairman of the judges as well as district president of the international board of the Barbershop Quartet Society. Rick Hodges is a talented drummer who knows exactly when and how to include the extra "bells and whistles" to add pizzazz to the band. He follows in the footsteps of his father, who was drummer with the Ben Bernie Big Band. A native of Lynchburg, VA, Rick has worked with many dif­ ferent groups throughout the Carolinas and Virginia. Starr Acheson's back­ ground includes Broadway and musical comedy shows as well as ten years with her own jazz groups at resort hotels and country clubs in Hilton Head Island and Charleston, SC. Whether up on stage or down with the crowd, Starr quickly grabs her audience and holds it captive with her rich vocals and contagious en­ thusiasm. Come see what is cookin' with the Southern Fried Jazz Band. Ticket are $10 adults and $5 students and are avail­ able at the Ashe Arts Center or by phone with a credit card at 336-846-ARTS. This pro­ gram is part of the 30th year anniversary of the ARTS in Ashe County and is spon­ sored by the Ashe County Arts Council. Blevins and Ricky Blevins, Tim Harless and Linda Miller. Melinda D. Dollar and Ken­ neth C. Johnson of Crumpler announce the birth of their son, Alexander Dwight John­ son. He was born Oct. 3, 2007, at Ashe Memorial Hospital. He weighed 6 pounds, 6 ounc­ es and was 18 inches long. He was welcomed home by big brother and sister Ethan Tay­ lor Johnson and Portia Leigh Johnson, and grandparents Bernard Dollar, Wanda Dollar, Paul Johnson and Joyce John­ son. Andy and Kim Shumate of West Jefferson announce the A R EGAL ENTER! AINMEN1 OROUP COMPANY birth of their daughter, KirstBARGAIN SHOWS IN () ions Apply * PassIDiscount Ticket Restrict! en Hope Shumate. 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Special to the Post Domestic violence has been shown to cross all boundaries - gender, age, income level, sexual orientation, race and ethnicity. With the Latino population there are also cer­ tain issues that are specific to that group. Not only do Latina women suffer through physical, emotional and sex­ ual abuse from their partner, but they are also often afflict­ ed with a language barrier, extreme isolation, and fear of the United States system and legal issues. The types of abuse have been discussed in previous articles. Domestic violence victims are often punched, slapped, pushed, burnt, strangled (a felony in NC) and more. They are belittled, controlled, intimidated, ridi­ culed in front of others and made to feel ugly, stupid and worthless. Victims are also many times sexually assault­ church, or make friends. They discrimination as a means of ed, raped, forced into prosti­ also may not have telephones further placing their partner tution and otherwise sexually for her to use and reach out in fear. They will tell her that demeaned. This occurs with for help. Some battered wom­ everyone is against her and almost all abusive relation­ en are so isolated that they that if she tries to get help, ships; however, for abused do not know their address, no one will come to her aid. If Latinas there is even more. phone number, or the gen- the battered Latina is undocAccording to the US Cen­ sus Bureau as of 2006, Ashe County is esti­ mated to have a population of 25,499 indi­ viduals. Out of this, 3.1% (al­ most 800) are of Hispanic or Latino ethnic­ ity (quickfacts. census.gov/qfd/ states/37000, html). One enormous ob­ stacle that j battered La­ tinas face is a language barrier. They are eral area in which they live. umented, they will threaten often times brought to the US Another occurrence that fur­ her with this by saying that if by their husbands and sepa­ ther increases the battered she reaches out for help, she rated from the family, friends, Latina's isolation is discrimi­ will be turned in to the INS. and community they have nation. Unfortunately many He also places her in fear as a support system. When individuals will discriminate, saying that police or other brought here, the batterer not speak to, or intimidate US government officials will will use isolation and seclu­ immigrants; making them deport her back to her native sion to further abuse his part­ feel as if they are hated by all country and he will keep the ner. She may not be allowed and have nowhere to turn. children with him in Amer­ to learn English, work, go to Batterers often use this ica. He may also threaten to turn her in to INS himself. She quickly grows to believe that everyone is against her and she has nowhere to turn. Legal Aid of NC has a Bat­ tered Immigrant Program that may be reached for help. Their number is toll free at (866)491-5722. If a woman is being battered and meet cer­ tain criteria, they can often times assist her in becom­ ing document­ ed. There are also individu­ als brought over to the US from Mexico, Central and South Ameri­ can countries from non-fam­ ily members. A problem be­ ing seen here in NC is human trafficking. This is where sev­ eral individuals will have a trafficking ring that brings individuals over from other countries under the guise of letting them into America with their freedom. Sadly once they are under the traf­ fickers' control, they are of­ ym& IMte AHWU ten times trapped. They are made to pay for their free­ dom - either through money, forced labor, or sexual slavery. They are also controlled and made to fear others besides their captors. It is important to know that there is help for those victims. A.S.H.E., lo­ cal and federal law enforce­ ment, immigration attorneys and Legal Aid can help. The Violence Against Women Act of 2005 increases "...protec­ tion of immigrant victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and trafficking. [It] allows immigrant victims to file a petition through VAWA, extends access to work autho­ rization and the legal system, helps extend or change the type of visa an immigrant is granted, and makes receiving permanent residency easier" (www.center4research.org/ vawa2005.html). A Safe Home for Everyone does have Spanish speak­ ing advocates who can help! If you or anyone you know needs help, please call us at 982-8851 at any time. We will then contact our Span­ ish interpreters to talk with you. You can also call 911 and request a Spanish speaking advocate to be contacted for assistance. Work continues on High Country Academy FLEETWOOD - Rainbow Center - Children & Family Services (RCCFS) in partner­ ship with the Ashe County Chapter of Project Challenge of North Carolina have been busy preparing for the open­ ing of High Country Academy this fall. Project Challenge Program Coordinator Lisa Sturgill and several youth of the Ashe Project Challenge worked High Country Academy is a about the High Country with RCCFS staff on Septem­ Day Treatment program that Academy program as they ber 27 to pull weeds, clean will serve students who have were weeding flower beds up brush, and complete other been suspended from school. outside the entrance. This light landscaping. The group The program will teach these project helped them learn will return again on October children appropriate behav­ how to get along better with 13 to finish their work. iors such as anger manage­ each other and work together "It's important to us to ment, substance abuse pre­ as a team," says Project Chal­ involve the community. We vention, self-esteem, and lenge Program Coordinator need help with cleaning up, much more, as well as, strive Lisa Sturgill. painting, and landscaping at toward their successful return The High Country Acad­ the school in preparation for to a public school setting. emy plans to open late fall children this fall. We are very The Fleetwood Communi­ 2007 and target students (10thankful that Project Chal­ ty Center, formerly the Fleet­ 18 years old) with the goal of lenge came to help us. They wood Elementary School, is reducing school suspensions. did a great job and I enjoyed housing the program and it This is a collaborative effort getting to know the youth bet­ will serve students from Ashe, between RCCFS, the Greater ter," says RCCFS High Coun­ Watauga, and Wilkes County. Fleetwood Preservation Or­ try Academy Administrator "The kids were really in­ ganization, three School Sys­ Jamie Morrison. terested in learning more tems, and Appalachian State University. Project Challenge is a pri­ vate non-profit organization that works to help youth be­ come confident, productive members of their community through volunteer work and challenging recreational ac­ tivities. For more information about Project Challenge, visit their website, www.projectchallengenc.org. For more information about High Country Acad­ emy, contact Koren Huskins at (336) 667-3333/khuskins@ rccfs.com or RCCFS Cam­ paign Chair John Matthews at (336) 262-4435. Project Challenge members are working on the new High Country Academy at Fleetwood Community Center. Mount Mitchell top stays closed The expected re-opening of the summit area at Mount Mitchell State Park will be delayed until spring 2008 be­ cause construction of a new observation deck cannot be completed before the onset of winter weather, according to the N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation. The expected completion date for the project was No- vember. However, it likely will be only about 80 percent com­ plete by that time. Construc­ tion will continue in 2007 as long as weather permits. The project includes re­ placement of an aging con­ crete tower with a circular observation deck as well as extensive renovation of an 850-foot walking trail to the summit. FIND SAVINGS in your alarm system, your new house and EVENTUALLY IN YOUR WALLET. Find out how your house could save you money on your home insurance with Nationwide? Our lowest price ever may astound you. 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This month, you can also catch a concert at the Back Street Park and Night Time at the Farmers Market! • Beginning in November, and continuing each month afterward, the Town of West Jefferson Small Town Main Street project will meet the first Tuesday of each month for the next year at 6:30 p.m. at the Arts Council in West Jefferson. Any questions, please contact Greg McGinnis at 336-246-3551. • The Ashe County Home Builders Association recently built a house in at Mountain Aire Golf Course. The pur­ pose for building the home was to raise funds for the organization's operation and community projects and to give HBA contributing mem­ bers an opportunity to high­ light their trades. (Chamber member Ashe Woodworking, for example, built a beautiful fireplace surround out of cher­ ry). The house will be open on Saturday, October 6th and Saturday, October 13th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for the gen­ eral public to walk through the house and see what the HBA can provide. The house is already sold, so there will be no sales pressure. Contact Ashe Woodworking at (336) 384-9509 for more informa­ tion, or click this link for more information: http://www.ashehomebuilders.com/Spec07. htm . The Cabin Store will be having a huge sale October 12- October 20th with storewide savings of up to 50% on selected items. Julie McGunegle invites folks by to see her new loca­ tion at The West Jefferson Cof­ fee House at "219 Back Street, behind Frasers. She has all the same derful ambiand servicplus more room. And she still has wireless Internet! Call her at 846-3873. Also, mark your calendars for her RibbonCutting Mon­ day, Oct. 15 at 9 a.m.! On Friday night, October 26, there will be a music fundraiser for the ASA Senior Center. From 6 to 9 p.m. you can enjoy the mu­ sic of Jim Brooks and Moun­ tain Drive, Paul Hardy and Friends - plus, Jerry Smith for singing and sound system. Food will be available. For more information, please call the Senior Center at 336-2464347. Chamber members, be sure to return your questionnaire and nomination for Small Business of the Year! Please return both to the Chamber at PO Box 31, West Jeffer­ son, NC 28694. For a peek at the actual Small Business of the Year Award, please click here! M o u n t Jefferson Natural Area is showcasing its October pro­ grams: Click here. The Chief Usher for the White House will be coming to Ashe County on October 16 to select the official White House Christmas Tree for 2007. The tree will be coming from Joe Freeman's farm. This is quite an honor for Ashe County's Christmas Tree Growers. Visit their website by clicking here. And visit Joe's homep­ age (Mistletoe Meadows) by clicking here! The Hardin Brothers Band will be playing a concert from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Fri­ day, October 12, in the Back Street Park, courtesy of the West Jefferson Community Partnership. Any questions, please call 336-384-4255. And, finally, late this month (Thursday October 25 at 5:30 p.m.) we will once again have a Business After Hours at Thistle Meadow Winery in Laurel Springs. Join host Tom Burgiss and the Chamber staff for this chance to network and have a good time! Members on the Web this week: High Country Scrap & Stamp - www.highcountryscrapnstamp.com Mountain View TV Center - www. moun tainvie wtvcenter. com Rita's Pocket Bags - www. ritaspocketbags.com New Members: Tin Roof Gallery - 336246-3337- www.tinroofstudio. com Lucky Dog (Retail Special­ ty) - 846-6421 - (inside Mag­ nolia, across from Michael's 102) Ashe Habitat for Human­ ity - 336-877-5190 - www. ashehabitat.org Local Business Update Prepared By County News, Inc. ©2007 All Rights Reserved (800) 580-0485 www.countynewsinc.com Sunbridge of Alleghany Buck Keener, New Administrator Finding the right care facility takes time. It is important to search for a suitable home well in advance of seeking admission to the facility. Planning ahead also makes the transition of moving into a care facility much easier. Sunbridge of Alleghany, at 179 Combs Street in Sparta, phone (336) 372-2441 offers care to the people who cannot be cared for at home. They provide skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services, meals, activities, help with daily living and supervision and respite care - for a break to those fiilltime caregivers at home. They encourage residents to stay active and to participate in a variety of community services and social activities. They offer 24-hour guidance by a qualified, compassionate staff with both private and semi-private Medicare approved rooms. Their staff oversees the administration of medication and insures the health and safety of the residents. Safety concerns are also addressed with up-to-date fire and smoke alarms, as well as an emergency call system. As you and your family assess your needs, it's important to acknowledge financing options. Payment for care can be made through Medicare, Medicaid, Private Insurance and Private Pay. We, the editors of this 2007 Fall Local Business Update, give our unconditional recommendation to Sunbridge of Alleghany for providing compassionate care in a home like setting. They invite you to stop by their fine facility for more information or a tour, or call Michelle Pruitt, Admissions and Marketing Director for help. Carquest Auto Parts Store Locally Owned and Operated Carquest Auto Parts Store, located at 561 South Main Street in Jefferson, phone (336) 246-4588 is the area's independently owned one-stop shop for car parts and accessories. Their parts range from a single spark plug to a remanufactured engine. They have all of the right parts you need at the right price! 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The editors of this 2007 Fall Local Business Update suggest that if you would like more information about Watauga Medical Center Home Health or home health care in general, just call (828) 266-1166 or toll free (800) 949-6752. They would be glad to answer any questions you may have. OF BOONE TOYOTA Rent a Car ...They're Toyotas! CARS • TRUCKS • VANS • SUV'S When you need quality used auto parts for either your foreign or domestic vehicle. Stamper & Haynes Salvage has what you're looking for at discount prices. They personally pull all parts and can provide you with a free nationwide parts locating service. Wise car owners save money by shopping at Stamper & Haynes Salvage, located in McGrady at 475 Longbottom Road, phone (336) 670-2207. From starters and alternators to transmissions, these people can supply you with any part that you need. Either way, you can't go wrong with Stamper & Haynes Salvage. If you want to make your vehicle look new again or you are just looking for that hard to find part, they have what you need. Providing quality parts with undeniable customer service, they promise your satisfaction guaranteed. The authors of this 2007 Fall Local Business Update are giving Stamper & Haynes Salvage the best recommendation for the job. Call Stamper & Haynes Salvage today and find the parts and service you need. Stamper & Haynes Salvage also pays top dollar for used and wrecked vehicles, and then disassembles them to give you the best buy anywhere. Jo-Lynn Enterprises, Inc. Family Owned and Operated Since 1975 When catastrophe hits your residential, commercial or industrial property with fire, smoke, water or other damage, Jo-Lynn Enterprises, Inc. can minimize the stress, costs and delays in getting things fixed. With just one call, you can find the help you need to turn your damaged property back to its original finish, whether it's interior or exterior. You can rest assured that it will be handled with experience, expediency, quality workmanship and care. Jo-Lynn Enterprises, Inc., located at 2322 Bairds Creed Road in Vilas has restored many homes and businesses in the area. These professionals will see to every detail from the initial clean-up phase to the ultimate completion of your project. They will gladly provide accurate cost estimates and use only top-quality materials to assure your satisfaction. One call to Jo-Lynn Enterprises, Inc. is all it takes to begin your complete restoration. Insurance work is welcome, and their estimator will be glad to work with you and your insurance company, enabling you to return to your home or business in the shortest time possible. The writers of this 2007 Fall Local Business Update suggest that you call Jo-Lynn Enterprises, Inc. today at (828) 297-2109 for first-class restoration work. "Quality care and property services for your home or business." Monte De Rey Where Ever You're Going...Call Deborah Creer Today For Your Rental Vehicle Assistance! Francisco Fuentes, Owner BOO E In the mood for Mexican and nothing else will do? Monte De Rey, located at 1804 Winkler Street in Wilkesboro, phone (336) 903-1276 is serving some of the most delicious Mexican specialties around. Whether you're craving enchiladas, burritos, fajitas, tamales, chimichangas and much more, Monte Dc Rey's menu has something on it for you! The chefs at Monte De Rey serve nothing but the best, using quality ingredients, fresh foods and authentic Mexican recipes. They have captured the true, tangy flavor of Mexico by using the exact spices and freshest ingredients to prepare their food. This fine restaurant has become a very popular place to dine. From the moment you enter Monte De Rey, the authentic d6cor and atmosphere will capture you! Delicious food, gracious service and friendly surroundings are what make Monte De Rey the favorite Mexican restaurant in the area. Hours are Sunday-Thursday from 1 lam-10:30pm, and Friday and Saturday from 1 lam-11pm. The authors of this 2007 Fall Local Business Update suggest that you visit Monte De Rey today or call ahead and place an order to go at (336) 903-1276. Major credit cards are accepted. www.toyotaofboone.com Customers Have Put Their Trust in us For Over 27 Years! �PAGE 10A FRIDAY/ OCTOBER 12, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Want to become an entrepreneur? Ever considered starting business skills and be given your own business? Does the the resources necessary to idea of being your own boss take their next steps for be­ sound appealing? Starting a ginning a business. The first in the series of business can be tough, and you may not know where to three free workshops begins with "Idea Development" on begin—but, we can help. Watauga County and the October 23, with successive Appalachian Regional De­ workshops on November 6 velopment Institute (ARDI) and December 4. The work­ have paired up to develop a shops are offered as a series... unique approach to promotin not as individual classes. entrepreneurship and small Participants will assess business development. This their interest and skills as program, the Watauga Entre­ well as discuss the pros and preneur Development Part­ cons of entrepreneurship and nership (WEDP), is designed self-employment. In addi­ to develop a local entrepre­ tion, participants will work neur and small business sup­ in groups to discuss business port system, assist people ideas and review business with business ideas to start needs in the community. The their own enterprises, and second and third workshops establish a culture of entre­ will then help begin the pro­ preneurship and self-employ­ cess of turning an idea into ment in the community. an actual business by work­ The WEDP will be offer­ ing on the elements of their ing a series of free work­ business plan. There is no shops for aspiring business charge to participate in any people looking for that extra of the workshops. push forward to try out their During the third work­ business "dream." The work­ shop, the participants will be shop instructors, two profes­ paired with an established sors from Appalachian State business person or consultant University's Walker College who will provide first-hand of Business who specialize in information and real-world teaching entrepreneurship, advice. These mentors will be are responsible for develop­ selected from the Entrepre­ ing the curriculum content neur Facilitation Committee and leading the workshops. (EFC) who have volunteered Throughout the workshops, their time and expertise. Support does not stop with participants will be taught Wilkes Community College Wilkes Community College Gardens/Grounds Technician Automotive Systems Technology Instructor For more Information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu For more Information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu the end of the workshops. It is vital for the success of the pro­ gram that all involved - from the aspiring entrepreneurs, successful business people in the community who serve as EFC members, mentors, ser­ vice-providers, government officials and interested citi­ zens - stay involved to create a supportive environment for entrepreneur and small busi­ ness creation. This is the seventh work­ shop series offered to aspiring entrepreneurs in the region. Its tremendous success proves that entrepreneurs are both prevalent in the High Coun­ try and are willing to take a chance when they find a sup­ portive community. If you or someone you know, would like to partici­ pate in these workshops, reg­ ister on-line at www.ardi.appstate.edu/abc/register.php. If you have any questions please contact Chilton Rog­ ers at 262-6662 rogersc@appstate.edu. The deadline to register is October 18 . wmm White Pine Saw Logs Dwight Church Hardwoods Millers Creek, NC Call for Prices 336-667-8655 336-957-6189 Wilkes Community College Bookstore CashierI Merchandising Clerk Holiday Decor Ornaments • Wreaths • Swags Arrangements • Oil Paintings Furniture Very Best in Lamps & Accesories Open Weekdays 9:30 - 5:00 • Saturday 9:30 - 2:00, iversified Interiors & Accessories, Hwy 421 W.Wilkesboro (next to McLean Floor Covering) 336-973-3005 PPALACHIAN Regional Medical Associates Melinda Lada, M.D. Board Certified in Family Medicine Now ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS 400 Shadowline Drive Suite 104 # Boone, NC 28607 (828) 268-1187 www.apprlis.org For more Information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu BlueCross BlueShield of North Carolina Your plan for better health". BlueMedicare HMO Blue Medicare PPO Medicare Advantage plans offered by PARTNERS National Health Plans of North Carolina, Inc. (PARTNERS) and administered by its parent company, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (BCBSNC) Plans with low monthly premiums • NEW! No referrals required to see specialists • NEW! PPO Enhanced Plus plan with the same copayments in- and out-of-network for most services Attend an upcoming Medicare Advantage meeting in your areaI A sales representative will be present to answer questions and help with applications. There is no obligation to enroll. If you need accommodations for persons with special needs, please let us know. Call today! 1-800-363-0291 For the hearing and speech impaired (TTY/TDD): 1-888-451-9957 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., 7 days a week Presentations designed for new prospects Mon., Oct. 15, 11:30 a.m. Fire Mountain 1917 US Hwy. 421 Business Wilkesboro (near Walmart) Mon., Oct. 22, 11:30 a.m. Prime Sirloin 1018 Rockford St. :i Mt. Airy (Hwy. 52 to 601) Wed., Oct. 24, 4:00 p.m. Yadkin Valley Seafood 6408 Service Rd. 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Proceeds benefit children in foster care and incrisis situations in Ashe County. Continues on Saturday. Service is at 10 a.m., with sing­ ing followed by the preaching of God's Word. After service, there will be lunch in the fellowship hall. Everyone is invited to at­ tend—please plan to be with us on this special occasion! 5:30-7:30 p.m.: The West Jefferson Community Partnership presents Eric Hardin and Friends in the 2 p.m.: American Chestnut Hike at Mount Jefferson State Park. Meet at Picnic Shelter. Join "Concert in the Park series." The concert will be held at the Backstreet Park and the rain location will be the Community Room of the Ashe County Arts Council. Many businesses and art galleries will be open for extended hours in conjunc­ tion with the Ashe County Arts Council's Gallery Crawl, and concert goers are also invited to visit those establishments. The concert is funded, in part, by a Grassroots Projects Pool Grant from the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency, and the Ashe County Arts Council. Saturday October 13 6:30 a.m.: Annual Fall Bazaar at Calvary United Methodist Church Railroad Grade Road, Fleetwood. Doors open at 6:30 a.m. for Country Breakfast. Plenty of crafts, gifts, baked goods, and featuring our new cook book. Come on out and do your early Christmas Shopping. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.: Fall Festival of the Frescoes on the grounds of the Mission House across from Holy Trinity Church in Glendale Springs. Enjoy food, crafts, mu­ sic and entertainment. Proceeds are largely devoted to outreach programs in Ashe County and third world countries. Call 9823076 for more information. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.: Todd New River Festival will offer crafts, music, food, puppet shows and enter­ tainment in the Walter and An­ nie Cook Memorial Park across from Todd General Store and Todd Mercantile. There is a $3 parking fee and shuttles are available. For information, call 828^964-1362. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.: New Beginnings Craft Fair at St. Francis Catholic Church in Jefferson. Lots of handmade items for holiday shopping and gift-giving. Proceeds benefit children in foster care and in-crisis situations in Ashe County. 11 a.m.-until.: Chicken BBQ and fixings at Midway Baptist Church. $7 per plate. Noon to 4 p.m.: Hunter Sightin Day at Ashe County Wildlife Club's rifle range on Peak Creek. For information, call Gale Elliott at 846-7405 or Chuck Spanbauer at 877-2262. The K.O. Summerville president of the Carolinians chapter of the American chestnut foundation as he explores the diminishing realm of the American chestnut tree. Participants will hike the summit trail examining remnant species of the American chest­ nut. Appropriate hiking attire is recommended. 4 p.m.: Bob Child, Native American flute performance artist, will perform in the Sun­ day Salon Series at River House in Grassy Creek. Music starts at 4, hors d'oeuvres at 5, and a four-course Chef's Choice dinner at 6. $40 per person, plus alcohol, tax and gratuity. Call 219-2109 for reservations and information. 6 p.m.: The Rivenbarks (Keith and Kayla) will be in concert at Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church in Jefferson. Keith and Kayla are the only father/daugh­ ter duet in Southern Gospel Mu­ sic today. They live in Benson, NC. The Pastor, Rev. Art Eaton, and congregation invites every­ one to attend. 7 p.m.: Revival at Bristol Baptist Church thru Oct. 17. Prayer room will open at 7 p.m. every night and services will begin at 7:15 p.m. Singers will include: Sunday night-Church Choir; Monday night-Arnold & Roten Family; Tuesday nightHeritage; Wednesday night-Vickie Sexton and Regina Combs Monday October 15 7 p.m.: Ashe County Cru­ sade, "Step into the Water," at Ashe Civic Center. Everyone is invited! For more info, call Ashe County Worship Center at 336846-1189. Wednesday October 17 7 p.m.: Revival at Greenes Chapel Baptist Church, through Oct. 21. Evangelist Tom­ my Wurth and Sam Hawkins will be the speakers. Prayer room opens at 6:45 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Fred Steelman is the pastor. Friday October 19 8:30 a.m.: The annual meeting of Ashe Services for Aging Inc. and Ashe Senior Village Inc. board of directors will take Trail at Mount Jefferson State Park. place in the Ashe Services for Aging conference room. Meet at picnic area.Take an hour this fall and enjoy the spectacu­ lar change of season. Come up to the picnic area and meet a park ranger for a hike to Luther Rock. Bring your cameras and questions as we will be looking at the causes and effects of fall color. Noon-6 p.m.: 2007 Annual Charles Fleanor Memorial Flea Market at High Country Green­ houses on Hwy 88 in Smethport (across from Ashe Tire Service). Admission is free between noon and 6; there is an early bird special with $5 admission from 10 a.m. to noon. All proceeds support Hospice. NOTE: Bring donations for the flea market to High Country Greenhouses be­ tween 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. week­ days, Oct. 2-17. Noon-until: Chicken barbecue at Glendale Springs Presbyte­ rian Church gym on John Luke Road, Glendale Springs. Half chicken, baked beans, slaw, roll and dessert for $6, eat-in or take-out. 3-4:30 p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks will be given at Ashe Family Central. For more infor­ mation call 846-0781. Saturday October 20 8 a.m.-4 p.m.: 2007 Annual Charles Fleanor Memorial Flea Market at High Country Green­ houses on Hwy 88 in Smethport (across from Ashe Tire Service). Admission is free. All proceeds support Hospice. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.: Fall Leaf Fes­ tival at Jefferson Station in downtown West Jefferson. Enjoy entertainment from the Rock-N Country Band, food made avail­ able as a fundraiser for the Ashe Free Medical Clinic, a NASCAR simulator, door prizes every hour, and strolling among the shops and touring the condo­ miniums. 2 p.m.: Pet Costume Contest on the back deck of Todd Gen­ eral Store. Dress up you and your pet and compete for prizes in this fundraiser for the Ashe County Humane Society. Early registration by Oct. 19 is $5 per entry. Fee is $7 per entry the day of the contest. Sponsors and do­ nations welcome. Interested pet owners can pre-register at Todd General Store and the Humane Society center in Jefferson. All proceeds go to the Ashe Hu­ mane Society. 4:30-7:30 p.m.: Fred's Pulled Pork Bar B Q at Fleetwood Community Center. All the fixin's for $8 adults and $6 chil­ dren. Call 877-4973 for take outs or more information. Come on out and support your community center. 7 p.m.: Professional recording artists Andrea Lynne and Jim­ my Smith in concert at Mount Paddy Church, 822 Hwy. 88W, West Jefferson. Sunday October 21 4 p.m.: Martha Bassett will perform in the Sunday Sa­ lon Series at River House in Grassy Creek. Music starts at 4, hors d'oeuvres at 5, and a fourcourse Chef's Choice dinner at 6. $40 per person, plus alcohol, tax and gratuity. Call 219-2109 for reservations and information. 7 p.m.: Valley Home Baptist Church will hold revival Sun­ day, Oct. 21 through Saturday, Oct. 27 at 7 p.m. nightly. Special singing each night. Rev. Andy Watson will bring the message. Pastor, Rev. Ken Holmes, and the congregation invite everyone to attend. The church is located on Three Top Road in Todd. Monday October 22 7 p.m.: The Museum of Ashe County will hold its annual membership meeting in the Hensley Hall of West Jefferson Methodist Church. Guest speak­ er will be Janet Pittard, author of numerous articles published in Our State magazine and con­ tributor to D.G. Martin's UNC Public Radio program. Refresh­ ments will be served. Tuesday October 23 1:30-4 p.m.: Workshop on Re­ ducing Energy Expenses in Public Buildings and Com­ mercial Facilities at the Ashe County Agricultural Service Center in Jefferson. Learn ener­ gy saving tips and how to imple­ ment energy saving measures to help reduce costs. No fee but registration is required. Call 2192650. Friday October 26 6-9 p.m.: Musical fundraiser at the senior center of Ashe Services for Aging in West Jef­ ferson. Bluegrass, gospel and country music from Homeward Bound, Mountain Drive and Paul Hardy & Friends. Refresh­ ments available. Tickets are $5 with proceeds benefiting senior center services. Call 246-4347 for more information 7 p.m.: Mt. Paddy Church Weekend Revival and Home­ coming will be held through Sunday, Oct. 28 (at Sunday morning service). Dr. Mark Smith, president of Ohio Chris­ tian University, will be the guest speaker. 2 p.m.: Fall colors on the Sunday Where is your bank's customer service center located? 4-6 p.m.: Fall festival at Bald Mountain Church. Dinner will follow at 6 p.m. Everyone is wel­ come. 4 p.m.:JBJass will perform in the Sunday Salon Series at River House in Grassy Creek. Music starts at 4, hors d'oeuvres at 5, and a four-course Chef's Choice dinner at 6. $40 per per­ son, plus alcohol, tax and gratu­ ity. Call 219-2109 for reserva­ tions and information. Ongoing Events Phipps Farm Friday Night Jam. Every Friday (rain, sleet, or snow): 7-10 p.m. Admission Free. Venue is Old Time and Bluegrass Mountain Music. All How do Huskies' Fans celebrate after each Huskies' victory? They come to the Fifth Quarter. What is the 'Fifth Quarter*? It is a safe alternative and safe activity for high school and middle school students and their parents/friends. The 'Fifth Quarter" is held after each Ashe County High School home football game. The location of the 'Fifth Quarter* is the Youth Center at Warrensville Baptist Church and the Fellowship Hall of Warrensville United Methodist Church. Activities for the youth include games, music, devotional time and fellowship. This event is sponsored by the Warrensville Baptist, Warrensville United Methodist, Smethport United Methodist, Clifton United Methodist, and Phoenix Baptist Churches. For more information, please call 384-3391. GOLD IS AT A 28 YEAR HIGH! $745.00* Per Ounce Top Dollar Now Being Paid For Your Old Gold BRAND JEWELRY Wal-Mart Shopping Center ShODDina Wilkesboro, NC Email: diaking@wilkes.net www.thediamondking.com 4 r»r»r-» 1 -336-667-2257 1 -888-591 -3174 LAYAWAY NOW! No Time Limit! Pay Any Amount Down! Member JA • SJ0 • NCJA W M 90 UAY SAME-AS-CASH FINANCING MONDAY-SATURDAY 9:30-6:00 *As of 10/01/07 "Heeded" mmm Sales & Insurance H Medical Dental &401 KPlan AF Bank's customer service center is right here in Ashe County. jp jfcffu Contact: Cabot Hamilton We make banking easier! (336) 246-4344 | www.afgrp.com Meet at picnic area. Meet the park ranger for a hike into the mountain forest habitats and ex­ plore the natural wonders of Mt. Jefferson. We will be walking on the trail -wear sturdy shoes. music levels welcome, dancers too. Location: 2425 Silas Creek Rd., Lansing, NC. 28643. Info: Rita or Dawg Wood 336-3842382. & FullTime Position Halfway across the country? Halfway across fhe world? 4F Bank October 28 2 p.m.: Mountain Nature Hike at Mount Jefferson State Park. fdic 846-7164 J �FAGE 12A FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Photos courtesy of Robert Poe Left: An instructor gives general information about farm machinery. Right: Instructor shows class a feed mixer and explains how to disentangle a victim from it. Agricultural rescue training was first in state by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Area rescue personnel par­ ticipated in the first North Carolina pilot program for agricultural rescue train­ ing Sept. 7-9 in Ashe County. Sponsored through the De­ partment of Insurance, the training was held at the Ashe Campus of Wilkes Communi­ ty College for classroom work and at Upper Mountain Re­ search Station for field work. Robert and Debbie Foe with the Ashe County Rescue Squad and Blue Ridge Medi­ cal Transport, along with about a dozen other mem­ bers of the rescue squad and Fleetwood and Warrensville volunteer fire departments, individuals from Eden, Reidsville and Lewisville, and instructors from across the state, seeking qualification, attended the 28-hour training program. Robert Poe assisted with the class and will help with another one the end of this month. Poe said the pilot programs are needed to qualify instruc­ tors and gain feedback from the students. The state rescue association hired an instruc­ tor to write the program in­ cluding ideas from association members. This was forwarded to the Department of Insur­ ance Research and Develop­ ment Division for approval. "We got two of five pilot programs for North Carolina, and we're planning to make this an annual event for any­ one from across the state," Poe said. "We're extremely fortunate that we were able to do this, and we did it with the help of the North Caro­ lina Department of Agricul­ ture and Upper Mountain Research Station. Les Miller, the superintendent, and his staff stayed and helped us, and they were a big help. Vannoy Construction donated the equipment and the Depart­ ment of Transportation pro­ vided supplies for the group." The participants had class­ room work Saturday morn­ ing and then hands-on field work that afternoon into the evening and on Sunday. They practiced scenarios of nized class in the country at potential farm accidents and that time." "The class is real in-depth," disasters and went into the night using lights. They res­ Poe said of the agricultural cued mannequins pinned un­ rescue program. "I don't know der a rolled over tractor and of anyone who took the class trapped 30 feet up the side of that didn't come away know­ a silo, and treated a "victim" ing a lot more than when they of a post hole digger accident. went in. Butch Miller with Poe said he would like to the Fleetwood Fire Depart­ find an old grain silo or bin ment said he went back to his that is moveable so they could department with this infor­ practice rescuing victims mation and 20 more members trapped and injured or po­ wanted to take it. We'll have tentially smothering in grain another one the end of Octo­ or other materials found on ber." Photo by Robert Poe farms. Anyone who would like Ashe County Rescue Squad to make such a donation is member gets instruction in welcome to call him at BRMT using a supplied air respi­ at 246-2768. rator. "About four years ago, I took a farm medic course, and that is where this stems from," Poe said. "I got to thinking that North Carolina should do one of its own. Farm medic is a great program, but participants had to pay $25 for an instructor to come in, and he was from New York so the scenarios were more geared toward New York agri­ culture. It was the only orga­ Adopt a New Best Friend!! Festival of the Frescoes coming this Saturday You won't want to miss the Fall Festival of the Frescoes on Saturday, Oct. 13 from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m., sponsored by the Parish of the Holy Communion. The country fair is held on the grounds of the Mission House across the street from Holy Trin­ ity Church (site of the Last Supper fresco by Ben Long), in Glendale Springs. Take part in a fun-filled day, including shopping at Granny's Attic, Poor Clare's Boutique, the Bake Sale, and a fine array of outside vendor booths with a wide variety of arts, crafts, and other goodies. Enjoy lunch at the Fres­ co Cafe where cooks will be serving up plates of barbequed chicken and fixin's, chili and corn bread, or burgers and hot dogs, all at bargain-prices. You can place a bid at the Silent Auction booth, buy your tickets for the beauti­ ful handcrafted quilt that will go to a lucky winner at a later drawing, or just mosey around the grounds listen­ ing to the musical entertain­ ment that will be furnished by local artists all during the day. The We Care Planning Committee of Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission notes that their booth will have roasted peanuts and canned cold drinks, plants, wreaths, and topiaries, as well as framed prints by art­ ists Jeff Jakobs and Stephen Shoemaker. Proceeds benefit crisis and community pro­ grams for people in need. The proceeds from this festival event are largely de­ voted to outreach programs in Ashe County and third world countries. So take a drive through the beautiful fall weather out to Glendale Springs and come to the festival for crafts, food, music and entertain­ ment. Call 982-3076 if more information is needed. j I i iii-jIi l(< •Ilium • « iil'HtMiil mis lli il I \ rrtl'S (llil I'.lm ni'1 \\li»l« \lul< l»s|f it..,i ,i, .k.iiu'I iiiuiiftiii i»lil Holy Trinity Church is the site for Saturday s festival. Asm<: An i m a i , Co n t r o i r. ItfiH* \\ !»•!<• l s>| II ||i,>f i* vi i «*!•! 982-4(160 Golf and Blue Ridge Living on the New River. Homesites from the $50s. New residences from the $200s. Call 1-800-292-6274 or visit our website at VisitJeffersonLanding.com. Jefferson Landing Ashe County, North Carolina �Football Friday Night This week in Husky sports The Huskies will host the Forbush Falcons tonight in a key game in the battle for the MVAC title. Kickoff scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Tennis dominates MVAC doubles tourney by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor On Tuesday and Wednes­ day of this week, the Moun­ tain Valley AA Athletic Con­ ference held their annual Women's Tennis Singles and Doubles Tournament at Surry Central High School and the Huskies were able to advance five out of six members to the regionals and also claimed the Doubles Championship along with the Doubles Runner-Up. The highlight 6f the tour­ nament for Ashe was the fi­ nals of the Doubles Tourna­ ment. For the first time ever, the finals featured an Ashe vs Ashe battle between the pairs of Ivey Tant and Lorna Vega against Rachel Curcio and Roxanne Thomas. Either way, Ashe was going to finish first Photo by Eric Lusk/The Elkin Tribune Ivey Tant returns this ball during the Doubles Finals of the MVAC Tournament. In the bottom bracket, Cur­ cio and Thomas had a similar trip as they won two matches easily and then had a tough battle in the semi-finals. After a bye in the first round, Curcio and Thomas faced the Hayes/ Gray team from Wilkes Cen­ tral and advanced easily with an impressive 6-2 6-0 win. In the semi-finals, Curcio and Thomas faced an opposing team from Surry Central as both Ashe and Surry Central had two teams each in the final four for doubles. Curcio .and Thomas was able to de­ feat the Smith/ Dockery pair in the semi-finals following a tough first set. The first set had to be extended to a tie­ breaker and Ashe was able to win the tie-breaker 12-10 to win the first set, 7-6. Curcio and Thomas then cruised to Photo by Eric Lusk/ The Elkin Tribune Lorna Vega plays a ball during the Ashe showdown in the Doubles Finals on Wednesday. Photo by Eric Lusk/The Elkin Tribune Left: Rachel Curcio hustles to get this ball at the net in her and Roxanne Thomas's doubles match against her team­ mates Tant and Vega on Wednesday. Right: Roxanne Thom­ as hits a hard return during the Doubles Finals. and second in doubles. In the match, Ivey Tant was able to claim her third career dou­ bles title when her and Vega defeated their teammate-op­ ponents Curcio and Thomas 6-2 6-1. Leading up to the finals, Tant and Vega had a bye in the first round, then defeated the Wallace/ Shelton squad from North Surry 6-0 6-0 to advance to the semi-finals and also to qualify for regionals. In the semi-finals, Tant and Vega faced a pair from Surry Central, Dockery/ Combs. The Ashe pair was able to advance to the finals easily with a 6-1 6-4 victory over the Golden Eagles pair. In the finals, Ivey Tant and Lorna Vega were not in­ timidated with the match-up against their friends and took control of the match early. Tant and Vega claimed the first set 6-2 and then sailed to a 6-1 victory in the second set to win the MVAC Doubles Tournament. By advancing into the semi-finals, and then onto the finals, both pairs for Ashe an easy victory in the second qualified for the regionals set, 6-1, to advance to the fi­ tournament and are expect­ nals to face their teammates, ing to have a good seeding who were now their oppo­ heading into the tournament. Coach Vickie Herman com­ nents. mented: "I am hoping for Ivey Sunday, October 14, 2007 Family Central 2 p.m. Winner Game 3 vs Winner Game 2 3:30 p.m. Winner Game I vs Winner Game 4 River Otters Guide Service - Green Jarod Carlton, Kendall Wagoner, Natalie Harless, David King, Logan Osborne, Hannah Hook, Amber Miller, Tyler Reed, late Hudler, Jake Richardson, Ben Graybeal, Caroline Current, Savannah Cary, Jacob Fields, Jacob Walton, Eric Barsonas, Riley Edmondson, Coach Paula Carlton, Coach Fred Hudler Photo Courtesy of Steve Wright (www.StevesSportsShots.com) Sturgill Tree Farm - Gold Dalton Miller, Thomas Jones, Jordan Johnson, Travis Stanley, Lucas Hamm, Zach Gouge, Tanner Elliott, Een Shepherd, Kaylan Lewis, Wesley Roten, Zack Graybeal, Shane Blevins, Caleb Pritchard, Nicolas Woods, Cody Cooper, James Whaller, Coach Willie Johnson Photo Courtesy of Steve Wright (www.StevesSportsShots.com) See Tennis, page 2B AYSL Tournament Brackets 10-14 Year Old Bracket: Saturday, October 13 Ashe County High School Game 1: 10:00a.m. A.E.V. vs Mt. Meadow Properties Game 2: 11:15 a.m. Sturgill's Tree Farms vs Antiques on Main Game 3: 12:30 p.m. State Farm vs Skyline Game 4: 1:45 p.m. Second Hand News/ Magic Home Entertainmetn vs The Red Devils m (Tant) and Lorna (Vega) to advance as far as Ivey did last year with Amy Curcio. Last year, Ivey and Amy was the regional runner-up and I hope that Ivey and Lorna make it that far and I am con­ fident that they will!" Ivey Tant is a junior at Ashe County High School and has played tennis for all three years in high school. In all three years, Tant's pair has won the MVAC Doubles Tournament and Tant is con­ sidered to be one of the best tennis players in the state by numerous people. For the 7, 8, and 9 Year Old Bracket: Saturday, October 13 Blue Ridge Elementary Game 1: 10 a.m. Sturgill's Tree Farns vs Hospitality Mints Game 2: 11 a.m. Church's Construction vs River Otter Guide Service Game 3: Noon Little John's Trucking vs Magic Home Entertainment Game 4: 1 p.m. U.A.P. vs High Country Carpentry Sunday, October 14 Blue Ridge Elemntary 2 p.m. Winner Game 2 vs Winner Game 4 3:15p.m. Winner Game 3 vs Winner Game 1 AYSL Final Standings 10-14 Soccer Standings W The Red Devils 12 Skyline 11 Antiques on Main 7 Mt. Meadow Properties 6 AEV 5 Sturgill's Tree Farm 4 State Farm * 3 Second Hand News 1 Magic Home Entertainment 0 7, 8, & 9 Soccer Standings L T 0 1 4 4 5 .7 9 10 12 0 0 1 2 2 1 0 0 0 w Hopsitality Mints River Otters Guide Service High Country Carpentry Magic Home Entertainment Little John's Trucking U A P Church's Construction Sturgill's Tree Farm L T 11 9 9 7 7 4 2 0 0 2 4 3 7 7 12 14 3 3 1 4 0 3 0 0 State Farm - Light Blue Anthony Federico, Tucker Goodman, Jake Harrington, Michael Harrington, Dustin Krider, Mark Marquette, Austin Marquette, Jordan Spell, Paige Spell, Ronald Maxwell, Tyler Sheets, Emily Poteat, Sydney Powell, Corbin Winebarger, Coach Stuart Pippin, Coach Robbie Howell, Coach Frank Federico �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS ACMS soccer teams advance in season Bowling League Results From 10/04/2007- Thursday Week 1 of 32 Place) Team, Pts Won, Pts Lost 1) Radio Hill Sales, 14, 2 2) Jefferson Rent-All, 12, 4 3) Cardinal Lanes, 11,5 4) United Chemi-Con, 11,5 5) Freedom Homes, 11,5 6) That's What She, 11,5 7) Church's Construction, 9, 7 8) Mike's Community, 5, 11 9) Sage Auction, 5, 11 10)Moosehead C.L.H., 4, 12 11) Prime Timers, 2, 14 12) Bill's Garage, 1, 15 Top Scores- Men Top Scores- Women Scratch Game Scratch Game Clarence Roten Eric Francis Adam Taylor 233 226 220 Cindy Malafronti Kendra Tedder Cindee Aloia 591 569 568 Cindy Malafronti Cindee Aloia Debbie Tedder Scratch Series 186 169 167 Scratch Series Rick Frye Steve Katz John Treva Post photos courtesy of Tasha Eldreth The Ashe County Middle School soccer teams continue to move along in their 2007 season. The Middle School hosts three teams, one girls squad, then a Blue and Silver boys squads. Each team has continued to improve throughout the season and all are competitive in every game. Congratulations to ail teams on their success throughout this season! 506 445 437 From 10/02/2007- Tuesday Week 4 of 32 Place) Team, Pts Won, Pts Lost 1) VA Carolina Cone., 12, 4 2) New River Archer, 11.5, 4.5 3) Liberty Tax, 11,5 4) E.E. Aviation, 10, 6 5) Mikes Mufflers, 8.5, 7.5 6) Westwood Ventu, 8, 8 7) Geno's Restaurant, 7, 9 8) State Dry wall, 6, 10 9) Mixed Attitudes, 3, 13 10) Scott Welchs Con., 3, 13 Top Scores- Men Scratch Game Clarence Roten Eric Francis Adam Taylor Scratch Series Rick Frye Steve Katz John Treva 233 226 220 591 569 568 Tennis continued from page IB Top Scores- Women Scratch Game Cindy Malafronti Kendra Tedder Cindee Aloia Scratch Series Cindy Malafronti Cindee Aloia Debbie Tedder 186 169 167 506 445 437 2007 season, Ivey Tant was named MVAC Co-Player of the Year with Emily Perkins from Surry Central. Tant and Perkins split matches in single play during the season and Perkins would advance to win the MVAC Singles Tour­ nament. Tant's partner, Lorna Vega has also been able to succeed during her career at Ashe County High School. Vega has earned two MVAC Championships in doubles competition with Tant as a partner. In the singles tournament, Ashe also had good results as one of the two participants advanced to the regionals tournament. Courtney Bow­ ers was able to win in the first round, but a loss in the second round to Emily Per­ kins knocked Courtney to the Consolation Bracket. A victo­ ry in the Consolation Bracket allowed Bowers to qualify for regionals. Ariel Farmer was Ashe resident being inducted into Hall of Fame Post File Photos Congratulations to Ashe resident and native, Max Hurley on his being named an inductee into the East Coast Drag Times Hall of Fame. The ceremonies and induction will be held on October 19-21 in Henderson, NC. EAST COAST. the other singles competitor for Ashe and was on the bad side of an unfortunate pair­ ing draw. In the first round, Farmer was paired with Stephanie Doby, the number two seed for the Surry Cen­ tral Golden Eagles. Doby was able to defeat Farmer in a tough 9-7 victory that showed strong endurance and excel­ lent play from Farmer de­ spite losing the match. Court­ ney Bowers was paired with Amy Hill from North Wilkes and advanced easily with a 6-0 win. In the second round, Bowers was paired with Em­ ily Perkins of Surry Central. Perkins advanced to the semi-finals with a 6-1 6-1 vic­ tory and Bowers was moved into the Consolation Bracket. In the Consolation Bracket, Bowers faced Mary Ann Price of Starmount and Bowers qualified for the Regionals Tournament with a victory in the Consolation Bracket. As a team, Ashe took six participants to the tourna­ ment. Of the six members, Ashe advanced and qualified five of them for the Regionals Tournament. Congratulations to the Women's Tennis team on an excellent performance at the MVAC Tournament. How do Huskies' Fans celebrate after each Huskies' victory? 2007 INDUCTEES They pome to the * WRY 1010 •uwtimum * EttfTT RrllUK* * piasma •WtfoM * a MUR •tmatustk •ma win •MS MUST •BIMUHTTH BHMXI muco MM 4MUM MOT MMR WUij KUDMPK MMtMUMI |»MS mwktct. W# J Ashe Youth Basketball League Registration For Boys and Girls in 3rd through 6th grade MO X08Q Saturday, October 20 Saturday, October 27 9 a.m. till Noon Baptist and Methodist Churches. $30 Registration Fee 80NMI SOX MEMORIAL AWARD fHRRIM WAliY PARKS MOTOR (PORT! STATESMANof tfc* YEAR * T88 POSTHUMOUS AWARDS • br ro« iRMtto • motuimtvr akmcwi• hunt mi» OCTOBER 19-21 HENDERSON,NC VANCE COUNTY TOURISM DEPT. CO-SPONSOR 1-866-J38-458S SUPERIOR CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP www.ktrrljko-nt.com wwwjufmiorcdJ.com At: Blue Ridge Elementary Mountain View Elementary Westwood Elementary PROGRESS ENERGY <rt3fORS ( 3 * ZSr ! f ^ M R U Y E C R IB®% Slkp Tlteiiio Join the winning Team! Minimum 5yrs experience with references. 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It is a safe alternative and safe activity for high school and middle school students and their parents/friends. The 'Fifth Quar­ ter* is held after each Ashe County High School home football game. The location of the 'Fifth Quarter* is the Youth Center at Warrensville Baptist Church and the Fellowship Hall of Warrensville UMC. Activities for the youth include games, music, devotional time and fellowship. This event is sponsored by the Warrensville Baptist, Warrensville United Methodist, Smethport United Methodist, Clifton United Methodist, Phoenix Baptist Churches, and High Country Youth Ministries �PAGE 3B FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2007 JEFFERSON POST REAL ESTATE Molding and Trim: the crowning glory of any room . ners and the mnlHincr's nails are required. For molding s nails are required. 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Surrounded by Mother Nature, the possibilities are endless for building that perfect getaway you have always dreamed of and still enjoy the beauty that the mountains have to offer! $36,000 J155787. JEFFERSON - Gorgeous 1.07 acre wooded lot located close to all town amenities. This property would make a great residential site. $THISIS ONLY A SMALL PORTION OF THE PROPERTIES WE OFFER FOR SALE. FOR COMPLETE LISTS, CALL OR COME BY OUR OFFICE IN WEST JEFFERSON. TOSEE MORE OF OUR LISTINGS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT w ww.c21 heritagerealty.com �PAGE 4B FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Language is a means by which people communicate. The majority of people DOWN Use the use spoken language to converse with others. When a person cannot use the clues to spoken form of language, due to the inability to speak or to hear, they use sign complete 1. Famous location of language. Sign language is a means of communication which is expressed by the a deaf community. using your hands, facial movements, and expressions to speak to other people R ° • • • • puzzle. 2. These play a major both hearing and deaf. Sign languages are independent languages that do not role in signing. literally translate to the different spoken languages. For example, American S 3. ASL is based on? Sign Language, also known as ASL, does not represent the English language S 4. Formal sign was spoken in the United States word for word. Different areas of the world, and developed where? even different regions of the country, have different versions of sign language. 5. He came to the One very famous example of this is the Martha's Vineyard Sign Language. In U.S. to teach sign. the 1700's, the Island of Martha's Vineyard, off the coast of Massachusetts, 7. Hand movements had an unusually high rate of deafness. 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A person that Galluadet was not deaf, butrie was compelled to help the deaf after meeting cannot hear is what? his neighbor's deaf daughter. Together the two men created a system of sign language, derived from the Old French Sign Language taught in Paris, which Did you know that the Native 4. Away to spell words out in sign language. has evolved into what is known today as American Sign Language. ASL is the Americans developed their own form 6. Stands for British sign language. recognized language of deaf Americans. It is interesting to note that, although of sign language? Many tribes had 9. Sign language uses what to speak? we share a spoken language with the British, the sign languages are very different spoken languages, thus different. It would be easier for an ASL-fluent speaker to decipher modern universal signs were created so that 12. American signs often vary between what? 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H&W Oil Company Weekly Specialties Glendale Springs, "Where the Best Costs Less" Convenient 1 Days A Week WANT TO BUY STANDING TIMBER Dudley Mizell 846-871 336-246-2611 West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-546-2307 • Toll Free 1-866-246-2307 ywwregencvproDetliesnc.com Intersection of US 221 & NC 163 -1620 NC 163-E West Jefferson, NC» 336-246-3600 • home • business • auto 108 S. Jefferson Ave.• West Jefferson, NC 336-246-5222 . -,\\\ps Sanitation Serv/'_^ v 9 X\\WV Win,.,,,, II'< finalI, lltrt! A Pnwrc frail, Smrki for Aihr County! & Amy Phillips 'Cq We are now accepting new accounts Garbage Service Includes: Weekly or Biweekly Pickup Residential. IJght Cntnmerclal and Small Business Accepted Conlacl us al: 82*-.194-1944 nc *28-292-321I Ashe County Builders Sunnlv "Complete Line of Building Supplies" 127 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson r r1J BSO �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2007 PAGE 5B LIGHTERSIDE Super Crossword ACROSS 1 School tool 6 Sahara vision 12 Crestfallen 15 Pigskin prop 18 "Carmen" and "The Consul" 20 Genesis peak 21 In-your-face item? 22 Director Ashby 23 SIDE LINE 27 Extremity 28 Nurse's helper 29 East ender? 30 Sly trick 31 Composer Thomas 32 Rocky's rival 36 Author Antonia 38 Mingo's portrayer 41 Fiddling emperor 42 Turn of phrase 44 SKY LINE 52 Nonclerical 53 New Jersey athletes 54 Scuba site 55 TV's "— Fly Away" 57 Mischiefmaker 58 Rhone feeder 59 Has on 61 Singer green Khan 113 Year, in 63 Naldi or Yucatan Talbot 116 BLOOD 65 Sty guy LINE 66 Mardi — 67 Went white 124 Actor Chaney 68 HAIR LINE 125 Past 126 Expects the 74 Breakfast worst fruit 127 Maris or 77 Jeroboam Mantle contents 128 She's a 78 Color sheep date 79 Criticize 129 — down 83 Speak (destroy) one's mind 130 Petrarch 84 Accent product feature 131 Kingdom 86 Singer Vaughan DOWN 88 Mrs. 1 Dressing McKinley gown 89 "Lorenzo's 2 TDnce — a —•" ('92 midnight film) dreary ..." 90 Dividend 3 Balloon 91 41 Across' material? tutor 4 Be human 92 Be a pest 5 Tracking 93 LIFE LINE tool 99 Took on 6 Medieval board weapon 100"—No 7 Bother Sunshine" 8 Math abbr. £71 hit) 9 Meyers of 101 Content "Kate & completely Allie" 102 Aptitude 105 "— and Mis- 10 Boyle's concern demeanors" 11 Lucy's ('89 film) landlady 107 Act like a 12 Made chicken cotton 110 Belligerent candy deity 13 Broadcast 111 Reminder 14 Thieves' 112 Shade of heaaquarters? 15 Anatole France novel 16 Combs of baseball 17 Glue guy 19 Pelt 24 Chemical suffix 25 Poultry purchase 26 Wise guy 31 — blond 32 Leg joint 33 Pride of the pumped-up 34 — pro nobis" 35 Prune 36 Vassal's holding 37 Linear measure 38 a day's work" 39 Biscayne Bay city 40 "Aida" setting 43 Club cost 45 QB's stats 46 Bounded 47 Shun 48 Beatles beater 49 Cocky 50 Medicine bottle 51 Actress Sommer 56 Youngster 59 Squeezed out the suds EASIER YOU HAVE TO LOSE ABOUT SO POUNDS 60 Vacation Babilonia sensation 97 Amis' 61 Numbers "Lucky —" man? 98 Sound of 62 Kansas city disapproval 64 Soon 102 Under the 66 Show one's — (secretly) teeth 103 Cupid's 69 Vane letters missile 70 Serengeti 104 Sierra — sahib 106 Philharmon71 Cut of meat ic section 72 Blender 107 Bleak setting critique 73 Show one's 108 Whirlpool feelings 109 With 74 Bovine 94 Down, bellow fragrant 75 "The container Ramayana," 111 Cornfield e.g. critter 76 Coloratura 112 Only Pons 113 "Puppy 80 Neighbor of LoveNiger singer 81 Man or 114 Gallagher of stallion Oasis 82 Patrick of 115 Utah city "A 117 Actor's Clockwork lunch? Orange" 118 Self-esteem 84 Shake119 Theater sign spearean 120 Word with infinitive take or 85 Kind of print hang 86 Factions 121 Solo of 87 Owns "Star Wars" 90 Leonine 122 Coleridge Lahr composition 91 Reasonably 123 "—Good balanced Cop" 94 See 109 ('91 film) Down 95 China's — Biao 96 Skater SAIPTHAN DONE.' . WW I'M NOT J L7_\ HUNGRY THE SEC RErVTJUST KEEP IS MIND REPEATING NOT IF YOU MAKE use OP A MANTRA I'M NOT HUNGRY CONTROL.-^ I'M NOT HUNGRY." I'M NOT J HUNGRY/ HOCUS-FOCUS Weekly SUDOKU BY HENRY BOLTINOFF by Linda Thistle lotfwoff Find at least six differences in details between panels Place a number in the empty boxes in such a way that each row across, each column down and each small 9-box square contains all of the numbers from one to nine. DIFFICULTY THIS WEEK: • • Moderate * * Challenging •• * HOO BOY! ©2007 Kino Footuro. Synd . Inc. Woild i«gmn re—rvoO Amber Waves BABY MORGAN. MOM MADE SOME MASHED CARROTS FOR YOU! MMMM, THEY ARE NICE AND MUSHY. auo6 si 6ej luied s.istpv 9 luajajjip si 6uiiu!Bd S 6s| pji.ni sem |0SE3 f tuajsHip si auippeu s.Aog e sasseib seq ISjuv Z Buissiuj si pnoio "i :saouaja>fiQ by Dave T. Phipps OK. WHAT DO YOU HAVE THAT CAN CLEAN THE CEILING? Comics I and I more... I every | Friday in the Jefferson Post MAGIC MAZE INSTRUMENT FLYING Today's answers Saturday, October 20,2007 8 A.M.-Until OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Ultrasound Scans • Carotid Arteries (stroke risk) 8c Thyroid Gland for cancer $50 Abdomen for early cancers of the liver, spleen, pancreas, adrenal gland, kidneys, gallstones, aortic aneurysm $50 • Osteoporosis $29 J8MSUV n*oans Blood Screening Southern Fried Complete lipids 8c diabetic panel $35 • Complete two liver panels $25 IAZZ MND Presented by Ultrascreen, Inc. a West Jefferson firm with Medical Director Dr. Lynn Borchert on site for same day results. (NOT Afflicated with LifeLine) At Farm Credit we make loans to Christmas Tree Growers for: mc All Seats Reserved - Tickets are Adults: $10 available at the Ashe Arts Students: $5 Center in West Jefferson or order by phone (336) 846-ARTS This concert is supported with an Arts & Audiences Grant from the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency, and is sponsored by the Ashe County Arts Council. ^ Labor, seedling, real estate, equipment, harvesting expenses and more! Call Us We'll Respond # Carolina Farm Credit 507 East Main Street • Jefferson, NC 28640 • (336) 246-8856 Appointments Required: 1-877-763-3344 www.ultrascreen.us 2 Crescent Lane West Jefferson, NC 28694 Sponsored By CVS �FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2007 20-Classified Ad Department Policy CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING 20-Classified Ad Department Policy Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm e-mail: classified® jeffersonpost.com Web: CLASSIFIED DEADLINES www.jeffersonpost.com Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. Charges Rates depend on size of ad and number of runs. Please call Classified Dept. for information. Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 30-Special Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANK YOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise any preferences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex. handicap, financial status or national origin includes children un­ der the age of 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are here by Informed that all dwellings advertisod in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-977-9275. (We accept personal check, Visa or Master Card) JEFFERSON POST 40-Lost & Found 140-Help Wanted Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 Deerfield Ridge Assist­ ed Living is hiring CNAs. Also, hiring Resident Care Aides no experience neces­ sary- will train. Benefits available. Incentives. Great working condi­ tions. Apply in person 287 Bamboo Rd. Boone, NC. 828-264-0336 100-General Services 1# PIANO SERVICE Call for free estimate Larry Carmichael 336-372-4247 STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem, NC Phone: 336-768-1177 Res.:336-468-8802 Bill Shugart J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! WENDY'S Immediate Openings for full - time / part time crew members.. 140-Help Wanted Earn competitive wag­ es as you learn the res­ Carpenter helper. Must taurant industry! No ex­ have at least 5 years perience required, flexi­ experience, own ble scheduling, free transportation, and uniforms, meals, references. Call after 6 shoes. Apply in person p.m. 846-1286. - 1016 Blowing Rock Rd. Boone, NC, NO Cement truck driver. CALLS, 40 plus hours a week, PHONES (e.o.e.) CDL required, experi­ PLEASE! ence preferred. Good salary. Call 828-2654884. Classifieds make "Cents" "Cents make Dollars" Deerfield Ridge Assist­ ed Living is hiring Diet­ ary Aides - FT and PT. Benefits available. Great working condi­ tions. Apply in person 287 Bamboo Rd Boone, NC 828-264-0336 For sale : Fraser Fir Christmas trees #1 and better: 125 9-10 foot, 700 8-9 foot. 336-8775158 or 336-977-6705. Ask for Edward Hartzog. Fraser Fir Christmas Trees available in all sizes. Call for Pricing 336-877-7167 260-Garage/Yard Sales huge Yard Sale Saturday, Oct. 13th 8:30 a.m. - until baby swing, toys, household items, men and women clothing. State Dry Wall Warrensville YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 300Miscellaneous BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. For SALE Solid Oak OIHausen Pool Table. Three piece Marble Top. All accessories included.$1500.00 You move! Call 4 more info. Jamie 336-384-1121 336-620-2915 1 time $9.50 2 times -— $15.00 For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 Copy and payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tuesday Edition Friday by 9 am Friday Edition Wednesday by 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. 300Miscellaneous MOVING!!HOUSE­ HOLD ITEMS, SHOP TOOLS, CHRISTMAS TREE ITEMS I.E. NETTERS, CHAINSAWS, STANDS. TOO MANY ITEMS TO MENTION. 336-657-1720 Licensed CSriESS Agency in Jefferson, Nil Independenl Agency Full Benefit^ is now taking applications from enthusiastic, customer service oriented individuals for fulltime seasonal employment for the upcoming ski season beginning November 16th. Applications are being accepted for the following areas: Restaurant Ice Skating Lift Operations Gift Shop Terrain Park Ticket Cashiers 290-Horses & Livestock The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. 310-Musical ••E 'J MJ • zCWm Grands - Consoles new & rebuilt - We lease, buy, move, tune, refinish & rebuild pianos Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 330-Pets Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 Old barns and chimneys in Ashe Co., will remove. 336-8773124, One ton truck with dump bed. 336-8773124. 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. 1989 Chevrolet Scottsdale 4x4 pick up 175 k miles looks and runs great $2000.00 firm. 336-846-1819. 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale FOR SALE: 1997 Dodge Ram - this vehi­ cle may be seen at 132 Poplar Grove Rd. Con­ nector, Ste B Boone, N.C. Mark envelope "Sealed Bid" and sub­ mit to Marion Deni, New River Behavioral Health care, 895 State Farm Road, Suite 508, Boone, NC 28607. Bids will be opened at 10:00 AM, October 26, 2007. New River Behavioral Health care reserves the right to reject any and all bids. If you need further in­ formation, please con­ tact Barbara Jones at (828) 264-9007 ext 114. Thank you. 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent Little Classifieds.. SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. BIG RESULTS! INSURANCE Appalachian Ski Mtn. Snowmaking Reservations Nursery Office Security Ski Shop Equipment Rentals 235-Christmas Trees We are so honored to hai/e Pastor Styron and his Wife, benise to serve as shepherds of our church. Besides the Word of God, they briny to us, counsetiny, friendship, and toi/e. They hat/e been With us a tittle oUer four years. God knew Who We needed, and Who Would briny us the messayes, straiyht from HIS heart, that We needed to hear. We toVe you Pastor Styron and benise, and pray that God Wilt leave you here With us until the rapture. i/our Church Family First Assembly Of God Jefferson, N.C. Call: 336-246-lllii Absolute Apply in person at the Main Office on the lower AUCTION level of the lodge 9am-4pm, Monday-Friday NOW HIRING SATURDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2007 • 10:00 AM Lansing, NC Empire Chrysler Dodge Jeep PERSONAL PROPERTY Isolate of tlie late Rocker and Norma Kilky Areas Only Salaried Automobile TJbRMS: Cask or tiood ckeck day of sale NO I h: Annoum ement.- made day ol mle take precedence over all printed materials SALES POSITION D1RI-.C I IONS: 11362 Highway 194 N. Lansing, NC from red light in Lansing take Hwy 194 N appx. 2 miles to sale site. (1) $300 Week Salary + (2) Commission + (3) Bonuse + (4) 401 K + (5) Insurance + (6) Paid Vacation + (7) No Long Hours Sale (.(inducted for: Carolyn K. Marmie, Administrator Sale (iomliictcd In: Reece Sage, Auctioneer 270-579-6005 • NC trffiS • W #1194 For all your aunt ion needs! 1 • Mouth ol'Wilson.N \ AC)"2 Highlands Parkway l or more informal iot i: \vww.satreaiicltoii.eojii GLASSWARE • END TABLES SILVERWARE • TWO - 4 PIECE BEDROOM SUITS POTS&PANS ' 3 PIECE CEDAR BEDROOM SUIT DINING ROOM TABLE & 6 CHAIRS ' MUZZLELOADER (& CHINA CABINET) • MIRROR • HOTPOINT REFRIDGERATOR • HAND TOOLS • MICROWAVE • RINGER WASHER • DISHES • DEHUMIDIFIER • BOW FRONT CHINA CLOSET • SHOP VAC • COUCH & LOVESEAT • CHEST FREEZER • RECLINER • BENCH GRINDER • TELEVISION (RCA) •AIR TANK • RHYTHM 30 DAY CLOCK • HOMELITE XL CHAINSW • WHATNOTS'S • HANDSAWS • LAMPS •FRONT TINE TILLER •1978 OLDSMOBILE DELTA 88 • CROSS CUT SAW 73,948 MILES PICNIC TABLE • 1994 GMC 1500 PICKUP 4X4 20' EXTENSION LADDER 38,000 MILES LADDER BACK CHAIRS •CURIO CABINET MUCH. MUCH. MORE • • • • �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY , OCTOBER 12, 2007 PAGE 7B Classifieds 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent Available to rent Febru­ ary 10-17, 2008. For Daytona week. St. Au­ gustine Beach Resort town house. 2 bed­ room, sleeps 6, with fully equipt kitchen. 51 miles or 1 hour to inter­ national speedway in Daytona Beach. $1200 or will sell floating time share week for $9,900. 336-877-8842. FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our'lor rent" sections. Call us at 336-846-7164 500-Mobile Homes for Sale pruce Hill Apts Appli­ cations are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC 'One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments "Handicapped accessible •Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available f-or rent 3/4 bedroom 2 bath 1600 sq. ft. wide, dish double washer, monitor heat er. Excellent condition No pets. 3 miles north of Jefferson. Security and references re quired. $600/mo. 8467674 or 877-6872. House in the country. Baldwin community, Todd. 2 story, 7 room house. 3 bedrooms up­ stairs, living room, kitchen, dining room, bath, bedroom down stairs, wrap around covered porch, spring house with running cold water and a gar­ den spot, remodeled 7 years ago with new windows and siding. Absolutely no animals allowed. Call 276-6282472. 7:30 a.m - 4 p.m. Nights and weekends 276-623-9580. Ask for Bob. CLASSIFIEDS For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 VALLEYVIEW APARTMENTS #1,#2,#3 Located on Valleyview Drive and Martin Street in Jefferson N.C. is presently ac cepting applications for one, two and three bedroom apartments Rental assistance is given based on availa bility and qualifica tions. Apply Monday Friday 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. at 246 Lawson Lane Jefferson, N.C or call for an appoint­ ment at 846-7874 or 846-7377. Equal Housing Opportunity til EQUAL HOUtma Equal Housing Opportunity to 500-Mobile Homes for Sale $$ $ ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. Check Out the Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers 530-Lots & Acreage FALL SPECIAL: 1400 sq ft home. 3 or 4 bed­ rooms.... 2x6 exterior walls thermopane win­ dows.. crown molding., leaded glass front door elevated roof pitch with 12 inch eaves!!! One piece fiberglass tubs only $54,900.00 set and delivered with pier footers!!! BEST deal in 3 counties.... New Gen­ eration Homes 336973-4462. First time home buy­ ers!!! Government backed loans!! No down payments. DoublewidesModularsLand home packages...Turn key New Generation Homes of Wilkesboro 336-973-4462 Homes! Homes! Homes! Financing! Fi­ nancing! STOP rent­ ing BUY NOW!! Low interest rate Govern­ ment backed Loans! New Generation Homes of Wilkesboro 336-973-4462. I have 8 clearance models that must go. Save thousands, new credit programs, land home packages, modulars, double wides and single wides. Get your new home for Christ­ mas. Call Big George 336-981-4194 or 336902-6372. Please leave message. NEW GENERATION HOMES... WHERE CONSTRUCTION COUNTS! Quality 2x4 construction through out our homes!! 40% more lumber in our homes!!! Come and see for yourself!! 5 year warranty with every home we sell offering the finest manufactured home in Wilkesboro 336-973-4462. RED HOT HOME SALE!!! First Come First Sold. 8 New Homes Must Go. Dou­ ble Wides, Singles Wides, 2 Land Homes and Modular Homes. Call Freedom Homes Wilkesboro 336-9732335. Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 535-Commercial Property Jefferson office space. Across from post office upstairs. 4/5 rooms. $400 a month plus utilities. Call Annie 336-846-1657. 1075-Handy Man Young man looking for sheet rock work, with some experience. 384-9247 or 620-1421. 1190-Wood For Sale Fire wood for sale $60 for 3/25 ton pickup load unsplit, $75 split. 336-384-1428. Fire wood, pick-up loads, low bow loads. Maple and cherry. 336846-8574. 1195-Legals FOR—satt:— m7 Dodge Ram - this vehi­ cle may be seen at 132 Poplar Grove Rd. Con­ nector, Ste B Boone, N.C. Mark envelope "Sealed Bid" and sub­ mit to Marion Deni, New River Behavioral Health care, 895 State Farm Road, Suite 508, Boone, NC 28607. Bids will be opened at 10:00 AM, October 26, 2007. New River Behavioral Health care reserves the right to reject any and all bids. If you need further in­ formation, please con­ tact Barbara Jones at (828) 264-9007 ext 114. Thank you. 07SP113~~ NOTICE AMENDED SALE NORTH CAROLINA, ASHE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale con­ tained in that certain Deed of Trust executed RENTERS!! tired of by EMANOIL FARCAS paying rent? Govern­ & MARGARETA FAR­ ment backed loans!! CAS, Tenants by the to PBRE, Easy financing... Low Entirety, interest New Genera­ INC., Trustee(s), which tion Homes of Wilkes­ was dated February 1, 2006 and recorded on boro 336-973-4462 K.uary....%,.£QQ6 ^n mmmmm 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals Book 00342 at Page 0287, Ashe County Registry, North Caroli­ na. 45-58E. 44.72 feet to a point; 5) thence S.7017-11E. 51.15 feet to a point; 6) thence S.6455-21E. 46.54 feet to a point; 7) thence S.6101-24E. 62.86 feet to a point; 8) thence S.5834-12E. 69.64 feet to a point; 9) thence S.5709-55E. 65.30 feet to a point; 10) thence S.5610-12E. 122.00 feet to a point; 11) thence S.55.51-02E. 144.14 feet to a point; 12) thence S.55-26-28E. 132.84 feet to a point; 13) thence S.56-1106E., passing over a point in the centerline intersection of a road at 21.04 feet, for a total distance of 37.25 feet to a point; 14) thence S.60-05-37E. 7.81 feet to a point; thence leav­ ing said road with a new line, S.53-00-05W. passing over a -inch rebar set at 33.39 feet, for a total distance of 276.64 feet to a -inch rebar set in southern line of said Church property, said rebar be­ ing N.88-22-15W. 24.45 feet from a inch conduit found; thence with the south­ ern line of said Church property, N.88-22-15E., passing over a -inch rebar set at 251.39 feet, for a total distance of 540.34 feet to an oak, said oak being N.01-05-45E. 1.08 feet from a -inch rebar found as a reference point; thence with a new line, N. 10-0039W., passing over a •inch rebar found at 551.33 feet for a total distance of 570.58 feet to the BEGINNING; containing 7.252 acres as calculated by coor­ dinate geometry, from field data gathered by the Thomas Herman Company P0 Box 519, Jefferson, N.C.286400519, (336) 246-3352, P.L.S. L-2633, dated Oct. 31, 2000. Job ft95100501. and wife, Shirley A. BEGINNING on a Church property as de­ inch rebar set, said re­ scribed in Deed Book bar being N.10-23-28E. 172, Page 282, Ashe 43.46 feet from a County Registry, said inch rebar found in the oak being N.01-05- southern line of the Lori 45E. 1.08 feet from a Wolfe property as de­ -inch rebar found as scribed in Deed Book a reference point; 256, Page 1438, said thence with the north­ rebar found being ern line of said Church N.88-22-15W. 251.39 property, S.88-22-15E. feet from a -inch re­ 288.95 feet to a -inch bar found, the south­ rebar set, said rebar eastern corner of said being N.88-22-15W. Wolfe property; thence 275.84 feet from a - with a new line, four inch conduit found; courses: 1) thence N. thence with a new line, 17-03-02E. 98.88 feet three courses: 1) to a -inch rebar set; thence S. 15-07-43W. 2) thence S.72-56-58E. 50.78 feet to a -inch 112.03 feet to a 1/2rebar set; 2) thence inch rebar set; 3) N.89-11-08W. 142.02 thence S.19-15-13W., feet to a -inch rebar passing over a point in set; 3) thence N.77-42- the centerline of a pro­ 41W. 182.51 feet to a posed 12-foot right-of-inch rebar set in the way at 50.26 feet, and northern line of said passing over a -inch Church property; rebar set at 83.95 feet, thence with the north­ for a total distance of ern line of said Church 98.95 feet to a point in property, N.69-54-23E. the centerline of the 47.66 feet to the BE­ road; 4) thence N.72GINNING; containing 56-58W., passing over 0.304 acres as calcu­ a -inch rebar set at lated by coordinate ge­ 15.00 feet, for a total ometry, from field data distance of 108.23 feet gathered by The Tho­ to the BEGINNING; mas Herman Compa­ containing 0.250 acres ny, P0 Box 519, Jeffer­ as calculated by coor­ son. N.C. 28640-0519, dinate geometry, from (336) 246-3352, P.L.S. field data gathered by L-2633, dated Oct. 31, the Thomas Herman 2000. Job 1195100501. Company, P0 Box 519, Jefferson, NC 28640, The Grantors herein (336)246- 3352, P.L.S. Sept. RESERVE a right of L-2633,dated Job way over and across 27,2001. an existing farm road 1195100501. leading from There is also conveyed NCSR 111103 across herein a proposed 12the above-described foot right-of-way more property to other lands particularly described of the Grantors as de­ as: scribed in Deed Book 209, Page 2151, Ashe BEGINNING on a point County Registry. This in the centerline inter­ right of way shall termi­ section of NCSR nate when the Grantors #1103, the northern sell the adjoining prop­ line of the Lori Wolfe erty in Deed Book 209, property as described page 2151. in Deed Book 256, Page 1438, and a pro­ THERE IS EXCEPTED posed 12-foot right-ofFROM THE ABOVE- way, thence with the DESCRIBED PROP­ centerline of said pro­ ERTY THOSE CER­ posed right-of-way with TAIN THREE TRACTS the centerline of the ex­ MORE PARTICULAR­ isting road, five cours­ LY DESCRIBED AS es: 1) thence S.46-34FOLLOWS: 52W. 40.19 feet to a point; 2) thence S.55Tract One Excepted: 41-17W. 98.45 feet to a Being a portion of the point; 3) thence S.19Lori Wolfe property as 15-13W. passing over described in Deed a point in the centerline Book 256, Page 1438, of a proposed 12-foot Ashe County Registry. right-of-way at 50.26 Being more particularly feet, and passing over a -inch rebar set at described as: 83.95 feet, for a total Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby se­ cured by the said Deed of Trust and the under­ signed, Brock & Scott, PLLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina, and the holder of the note evi­ dencing said indebted­ ness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the un­ dersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse door of the county courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and custom­ ary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on October 26, 2007 at 1:00PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following de­ scribed property situat­ ed in Ashe County, North Carolina, to wit: Being those 4 tracts described herein, situ­ ated in Pine Swamp Township, Ashe Coun­ ty, and more particular­ ly described as follows: Tract 1: BEING a por­ tion of the Samuel B. Church and wife, Shir­ ley A. Church property as described in the second tract in Deed Book 209, Page 2151, Ashe County Registry and more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING on a point in the centerline inter­ section of said NCSR ft1103 and the northern line of the Samuel B. Church and wife, Shir­ ley A. Church property as described in the second tract in Deed Book 209, Page 2151, Ashe County Registry thence with said north­ ern line with the centerline of said NCSR it 1103, fourteen cours­ es: 1) thence S.89-0807E. 67.19 feet to a point; 2) thence S.8705-00 E. 75.85 feet to a point; 3) thence S.8132-32E. 47.14 feet to a point; 4) thence S.75- Tract 2: BEING a por­ tion of the Samuel B. Church and wife, Shir­ ley A. Church property as described in Deed Book 172, Page 282, Ashe County Registry, and more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING on an oak in the northern line of the Samuel B. Church 1195-Legals 1195-Legals distance of 98.95 feet to a point in the centerline of the road; 4) thence N.72-56-58W.. passing over a -inch rebar set at 15.00 feet, for a total distance of 108.23 feet to the BE­ GINNING; containing 0.250 acres as calcu­ lated by coordinate ge­ ometry, from field data gathered by the Tho­ mas Herman Compa­ ny. P0 Box 519, Jeffer­ son. NC 28640-0519. (336) 246-3352, P.L.S. L-2633, dated Sept. 27. 2001. Job# 95100501. The above-described property being shown as Tract 3 on an unre­ corded plat of the Lori Wolfe property. And also being the same lands described in and conveyed by that certain deed from Red Wolf Properties, LLC to Christopher R. Teti, dated 3 August 2004 and of record in Deed Book 316, Page 2026, Ashe Registry. County Tract Two Excepted: Being a portion of the Lori Wolfe property as described in Deed Book 256, Page 1438, Ashe County Registry. Being more particularly described as: BEGINNING on a inch set, said rebar be­ ing the northeastern corner of a 0.250 acre tract and the north­ western corner of the herein described tract; thence with a new line, S.76-18-26E. passing over a -inch rebar set at 153.48 feet, for a to­ tal distance of 168.48 feet to a point in the centerline of the road; thence with the centerline of said road, four courses: 1) thence S.54-00-21W. 72.08 feet to a point in the centerline intersection of the drive, said point being N.03-50-37W. 29.40 feet from a inch rebar found, said rebar being the south­ eastern corner of the Lori Wolfe property as described in Deed Book 256, Page 1438; 2) thence S.87-1800W. 33.47 feet to a point; 3) thence S.83- IE List your business on the Halloween Safety Page on October 30th! 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Inc All other trademarks and service marts are the property ol thak respective ovmati �PAGE 8B FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 39-40W. 73.96 feet to a point; 4) thence S.8721-36W. 31.09 feet to a point; thence leaving said road, N. 19-1513E., passing over a -inch rebar set at 15.00 feet, and passing over a point in the centerline of a proposed 12-foot right-of-way at 48.70 feet, for a total distance of 98.95 feet to the BEGINNING; containing 0.250 acres as calculated by coor­ dinate geometry, from field data gathered by the Thomas Herman Company, PO Box 519, Jefferson, NC 286400519, (336) 246-3352, PL.S. L-2633, dated Sept. 27,2001. Job #95100501. in Deed Book 256, Page 1438, and a pro­ posed 12-foot right-ofway; thence with the centerline of said pro­ posed right-of-way with the centerline of the ex­ isting road, five cours­ es: 1) thence S.46-3452W. 40.19 feet to a point; 2) thence S.5541-17W. 98.45 feet to a point; 3) thence S.5400-21W. 41.82 feet to a point, said point being the northeastern corner of the above-described 0.250 acre tract, said point being S.76-1826E. 15.00 feet from a -inch rebar set; 4) thence S.54-00-21W. 72.08 feet to a point; 5) thence N.74-04-19W. 126.81 feet to a point in the western line of said above-described 0.250 acre tract, said point being S. 19-15-13W. 50.26 feet from a inch rebar set, the northwestern corner of said above-described 0.250 acre tract; the above described line to be the centerline of a proposed 12-foot rightof-way, said right-of- way being six feet ei­ ther side of and parallel to said above-descri­ bed line. east, south and west by new lines through the Arctic Wolf Proper­ ties, LLC, and being more particularly de­ scribed as: ometry, from field data gathered by the Tho­ mas Herman Compa­ ny, PLLC, PO Box 519, Jefferson, NC 286400519, (336) 846-3352, PL.S. L-2633, dated August 8,2003. Job #95100501. above-described 0.250 182.51 feet to a -inch acre tract, said point rebar found; 2) thence being N.79-59-21E. S.89-11-08E. 142.02 13.17 feet from the feet to a -inch rebar northwestern corner of found; thence with a the above-described new line three courses: 0.250 acre tract; said 1) thence S.25-58line being the center- 48W. 81.10 feet to a line of a 14-foot drive­ 1/2-inch rebar set; 2) way easement, said thence N.69-59-17W. easement to be 7.000 119.63 feet to a -inch feet either side of the rebar set; 3) thence above-described line. N.80-03-07 W. 254.93 feet to a -inch rebar Tract 3: BEING a por­ set in said northern tion of the Samuel B. line; thence with said Church and wife, Shir­ northern line N.69-54ley A. Church property 23E. 83.79 feet to the as described in Deed BEGINNING; contain­ Book 172, Page 282, ing 0.361 acres as cal­ Ashe County Registry, culated by coordinate and more particularly geometry, from field data gathered by The described as follows: Thomas Herman Com­ BEGINNING on a - pany, P.O. Box 519, inch rebar found in the Jefferson, NC 28640northern line of said 0519, (336) 246-3352, Church property, said P.L.S. L-2633, dated rebar being the south­ Oct. 31. 2000, last re­ western corner of the vised June 5, 2002. Wolfe property as de­ Job #95100501. scribed in Deed Book 269, Page 2492, Ashe And also being the County Registry; same lands described thence with the south­ in and conveyed by ern line of said Wolfe that certain deed from property two courses: Samuel B. 1) thence S. 77-42-41E. There is also conveyed herewith a proposed 12-foot right-of-way more particularly de­ scribed as: BEGINNING on a point in the centerline inter­ section of NCSR #1103, the northern line of the Lori Wolfe property as described » • Said above-described property being shown as Tract 4 on an unre­ corded plat of the Lori Wolfe property. And also being the same lands described in and conveyed by that certain deed from Grey Wolf Properties, LLC to Christopher R. Teti, dated 3 August 2004 and of record in Deed Book 316, Page 2054, Ashe Registry. County Tract Three Excepted: Being a portion of the Arctic Wolf Properties, LLC property as descri­ bed in Deed Book 269, Page 2492 (Grantee in­ correctly identified as "Artie Wolf Properties, LLC"), bounded by the lands of, formerly of, or in possession of the following: on the north, - . *'% f v BEGINNING on a inch rebar set, said re­ bar being S.22-22-59E. 139.38 feet from a point in the centerline of NCSR 111103, said point being the north­ western corner of said Arctic Wolf Properties, LLC (Grantee incor­ rectly identified as "Ar­ tie Wolf Properties, LLC"); thence with a new line four courses: 1) thence N.79-5921E., passing over a -inch rebar at 94.36 feet, for a total distance of 104.36 feet to a point in the centerline of the creek; 2) thence S.10-00-39E. 104.35 feet to a -inch rebar set; 3) thence S.79-5921W. 104.36 feet to a -inch rebar set; 4) thence N. 10-00-39W. 104.35 feet to the BE­ GINNING; containing 0.250 acres as calcu­ lated by coordinate ge- There is ALSO EX­ CEPTED herewith a 14-foot driveway ease­ ment described as: BEGINNING on a point in the centerline of NCSR #1103, said point being S.89-0321E. 69.89 feet from the northwestern cor­ ner of the Arctic Wolf Properties, LLC (Grant­ ee incorrectly identified as "Artie Wolf Proper­ ties, LLC"); thence with the centerline of the said proposed ease­ ment four courses: 1) thence S.16-38-13W. 52.68 feet to a point; 2) thence S. 10-02-07W. 26.63 feet to a point; 3) thence S.08-32-36E. 27.14 feet to a point; 4) thence S.28-25-54E. 24.91 feet to a point in the northern line of the 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals Church and wife, Shir­ ley A. Church to Arctic Wolf Properties, LLC (Grantee incorrectly identified as a "Artie Wolf Properties, LLC"), dated 13 June 2002 and of record in Deed Book 277, Page 1613, Ashe County Registry. Tract 4: BEING a por­ tion of the Samuel B. Church and wife, Shir­ ley A. Church property as described in Deed Book 172, Page 282, Ashe County Registry, and more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING on a inch rebar found at the northeastern corner of a 0.304 acre tract; thence with a new line three courses: 1) thence S.44-50-03E. 64.06 feet to a -inch rebar set; 2) thence S.33-41-14 W. 109.79 feet to a -inch rebar set; 3) thence N.65-4808 W. 36.23 feet to a -inch rebar found at the southeast corner of And also being the same lands described in and conveyed by that certain deed from Samuel B. Church and wife, Shirley A. Church to Arctic Wolf Proper­ ties, LLC (Grantee in­ correctly identified as "Artie Wolf Properties, LLC"), dated 23 August 2002 and of record in Deed Book 280, Page 1299, Ashe County ! * I rtOOTINO GRADING CALHOUN CLEARING & GRADING • Foundations • Drainage/Erosion Control • Land Clearing 0.361 acre tract; thence with the eastern line of the 0.361 acre and 0.304 acre tracts two courses: 1) thence N.25-58-48E. 81.10 feet to a -inch rebar found; 2) thence N. 1507-43 E. 50.78 feet to the BEGINNING; con­ taining 0.125 acres as calculated by coordi­ nate geometry, from field data gathered by The Thomas Herman Company, P.O. Box 519, Jefferson, N.C. 28640-0519, (336) 246-3352, P.L.S. L2633, dated Oct. 31, 2000, revised August 13, 2002. Job # 95100501. • Road Construction •Water Gardens & Landscaping Wesley Calhoun 977-9040 • 846-4688 • 977-4882 Lawn Care, Inc. Lawn Services |Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and part time residents of Ashe County! 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NOTICE OF KATHY LUNSFORD EXECU­ TOR OF THE ESTATE OF LESA RHENEA Save and except any releases, deeds of re­ lease or prior convey­ ances of record. Said property is com­ monly known as 200 Wolf Ridge Lane, Fleetwood, NC 28626. A cash deposit (no per­ sonal checks) of five percent (5%) of the purchase price, or Sev­ en Hundred Fifty Dol­ lars ($750.00), which­ ever is greater, will be required at the time of the sale. Following the expiration of the statu­ tory upset bid period, all the remaining amounts are immedi­ ately due and owing. Said property to be of­ fered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance "AS IS WHERE IS." There are no represen­ tations of warranty re­ lating to the title or any physical, environmen­ tal, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all pri­ or liens, unpaid taxes, special assessments, easements, rights of way, deeds of release, and any other encum­ brances or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and belief of the under­ signed, the current owner(s) of the proper­ ty is/are Emanoil Farcas and wife, Margareta Farcas. An Order for posses­ sion of the property may be issued pur­ suant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchas­ er and against the par­ ty or parties in posses­ sion by the clerk of su­ perior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or re­ newed on or after Oc­ tober 1, 2007, may, af­ ter receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days' written notice to the landlord. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for Substitute Trustee Brock & Scott, PLLC Jeremy B. Wilkins, NCSB No. 32346 HICKS File No. 07-E-231 1195-Legals 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Ex­ ecutor of the Estate of Juanita Davis Richard­ son, late of Ashe Coun­ ty, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 516 D Mount Jefferson State Park Road, West Jefferson North Carolina 28694 on or before the 21st day of December, 2007, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. The undersigned, hav­ ing qualified as Execu­ 5431 Oleander Drive tor to the Estate of LeSuite 200 sa Rhenea Hicks, de­ ceased, of Ashe Coun­ Wilmington, NC 28403 The following offices ty, North Carolina, this will be submitted to the is to notify all persons PHONE: (910) 392- voters; Jefferson, May­ having claims against 4988 or & 2 Alderman each said estate to present for a 4 yr term, Lans­ them to the under­ FAX: (910) 392-8587 ing, Mayor, & 2 Alder­ signed on or before the man each for a 4 year 17th day of January, File No.: 06-13090 term & 1 Alderman for 2008, or this notice will a 2 yr unexpired term be pleaded in bar of NORTH CAROLINA and West Jefferson, their recovery. All per­ ASHE COUNTY Mayor, & 2 Alderman sons indebted to the NOTICE TO each for a 4 yr term. said estate will please This is the 18th day of CREDITORS make immediate pay-, September 2007. The registration books ment to the under­ Bradford A. Bottger, will close on Friday, signed. Larry Dwayne having qualified as Ex­ October 12th, 2007 at Richardson ecutor of the Estate of 5:00 PM. There will be This is the 19th day of Executor for the Estate JoAnn M. Bottger, late NO form of Absentee September, 2007. of Juanita Davis of Henrico County, Vir­ Voting in the November Richardson ginia hereby notifies all 2007 Municipal Elec­ Kathy Lunsford persons, firms and cor­ tions. 224 Hicks Hollow Road porations having claims Elk Park, NC 28622 against the Estate of NOTICE TO Persons who are not said deceased, to ex­ CREDITORS certain of their registra­ John.T. Kilby hibit them to: Bradford tion status or their pre­ KILBY & HURLEY A. Bottger, 10 Fairview Having qualified as Ad­ cinct location should Attorney at law Farm Road, Redding, ministrator of the Es­ the County PO Box 24 CT 06896, on or before contact tate of Franklin D. Board of Elections in West Jefferson, Jan. 18, 2008, or this Bare, late of Ashe Jefferson. The office is NC 28694 notice will be pleaded County, North Carolina, open Monday through STATE in bar in their recovery. of NORTH this is to notify all per­ Friday from 8 to 12 and CAROLINA All persons indebted to sons having claims 1 to 5. The phone COUNTY of ASHE said Estate please against said estate to number is 219- 2570. make immediate pay­ present them to the un­ ment. NOTICE TO dersigned at 349 N. Registration facilities Recreation road Wil­ and polling places are This is the 21st day of kesboro, NC 28697 on accessible to the elder­ Having qualified as Ad­ August, 2007. or before the 5th day of ly and handicapped. In ministrator, CTA, of the January, 2008, or this the case of a voter not estate of Renate E. Bradford A. Bottger/ Notice will be pleaded being able to enter the Hilbert, late of Ashe Executor in bar to their recovery. polling place, they may County, North Carolina, All persons indebted to 10 Fairview Farm Road vote curbside during this is to notify all per­ Redding, CT 06896 the estate will please the hours that the polls sons having claims make immediate pay­ are open. against said estate to J.Gary Vannoy ment to the under­ present the same to Attorney for the Estate signed. The Ashe County the undersigned to of JoAnn M. Bottger Board of Elections will Jimmy D. Reeves, c/o VANNOY, COLVARD, This is the 1st day of meet on Monday No­ VANNOY & REEVES, TRIPLETT& October, 2007. vember 5th at 5:00 PLLC, P.O. Drawer VANNOY,PLLC P.M. at the office, Suite 67, West Jefferson, Post Office Box 1388 Wilson Eric Bare, 2100 on the second North Carolina 28694, North Wilkesboro, NC Christopher Shane floor of the Courthouse, on or before the 27th 28659 Bare in Jefferson. Canvass day of December, (336)667-7201. Executor/Ad m i nistrato r will be on Tuesday, No­ 2007, or this Notice will for the Estate of vember 13th, 2007 at be pleaded in bar of Franklin D. Bare 11:00 AM, in the office their recovery. All per­ NOTICE TO in Jefferson. sons indebted to said Our Classifieds reach everyone in the county? Let our Classified Ads go to work for you! Dated this the 21st day of September 2007 Ralph G Bare, Chairman Ashe County Board of Elections estate are requested to make immediate pay­ ment to the under­ signed. This 24th day of Sep­ tember, 2007. Jimmy D. Reeves Call us at 336-846-7164. CREDITORS Having qualified as CO-Executor of the Es­ tate of Shirley Mozelle Harless, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all per­ sons having claims against said estate to present them to the un­ dersigned at 980 Buffa­ lo Road West Jeffer­ son, NC 28694 on or 1195-Legals 1195-Legals before the 5th day of January, 2008, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate pay­ ment to the under­ signed. amount of $70,563.00 and said bid was re­ ported to the Clerk of Superior Court and re­ mained open for ten (10) days for upset bid as by law required; and feet to a Inch rebar set, said rebar being the northeastern cor­ ner of said herein de­ scribed property; thence S. 44-41-33 W., passing over a Inch rebar set at 252.47 feet, for a total distance of 272.25 feet to a point In the centerline of said N.C. Hwy 163, said point being the southeastern corner of said herein descri­ bed property; thence with the centerline of said N.C. Hwy 163, N. 47-34-20 W. 145.12 feet to the BEGIN­ NING, containing 0.847 acres as calcu­ lated by coordinate geometry, from field data gathered by The Thomas Herman Company, P.O. Box 519, Jefferson, N.C. 28640-0519 (910) 2463352, NCRLS L-2633, dated Oct. 16,1996. This is the 2nd day of October, 2007. Kathy Hartzog/Steve Harless CO-Executor for the Estate of Shirley Mozelle Harless NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Ex­ ecutor of the Estate of Laura Elizabeth Mitch­ ell, late of Ashe Coun­ ty, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 141 Waddell Avenue West Jeffer­ son, NC 28694 on or before the 5th day of January 2008, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate pay­ ment to the under­ signed. This is the 2nd day of October, 2007. Ron McCoy Executor for the Estate of Laura Elizabeth Mitchell 887.0000009 07-SP-62 WHEREAS, the under­ signed, acting as Sub­ stitute Trustee in a cer­ tain Deed of Trust, exe­ cuted by Dale Bare and Kathy Bare, dated Jan­ uary 4, 2006 and re­ corded on January 4, 2006, in Book 00340 at Page 1604 in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina, fore­ closed and offered for sale the land hereafter described; WHEREAS, at said sale, CommunityOne Bank f/k/a Catawba Valley Bank a Division of First National Bank United was the last and highest bidder In the WHEREAS, on August 16, 2007, Brenda B. Wolf and Mitchell A. Wolf filed a Notice of Upset Bid and demand was made on the bid­ ders by the Substitute Trustee to pay the bid price of $74,091.15 and the bidders have defaulted in payment of the same; and WHEREAS, the Clerk of Superior Court has entered an Order de­ claring the bidders in default and authorized and directed the Sub­ stitute Trustee to offer said property for re­ sale. NOW, THEREFORE, under and by virtue of said Order of the Clerk of Superior Court of Ashe, and the power of sale contained in said Deed of Trust, the un­ dersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at the door of the County Courthouse at Ashe County Court­ house, in Jefferson, North Carolina, on property located in the City of West Jefferson, Ashe, North Carolina, and being more partic­ ularly described as fol­ lows: Being a portion of the Paul R. Bare and wife, Wanda M. Bare prop­ erty as described in Deed Book T-5, page 81; Being more par­ ticularly described as: BEGINNING on a point in the centerline of N.C. Hwy 163, said point being the southwestern corner of the herein descri­ bed property, thence N. 43-27-03E., pass­ ing over a _ inch rebar set at 26.45 feet, for a total distance of 227.53 feet to a _ Inch rebar set, said rebar being the northwest­ ern corner of said herein described property; thence S. 63-55-32 E. 158.22 1195-Legals This above-described TRACT II is SUBJECT TO that certain Deed of Trust as recorded in Deed Book 311, at pages 213-228, Ashe County Registry, In favor of GMAC Mort­ gage Corporation, dated 02/19/2004, said document Incor­ porated by reference as though fully set out herein. Address of property: 7925 Hwy 163, West Jefferson, NC 28694 Present Record Own­ ers: Dale Bare and Kathy Bare The terms of the sale are that the real prop­ erty hereinbefore de­ scribed will be sold for cash to the highest bid­ der and that the under­ signed may require the successful bidder at the sale to immediately deposit cash or a certi­ fied check not to ex­ ceed the greater of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00). In the event the Owner and Holder of the Deed of Trust is exempt from paying the same, the successful bidder may also be required to pay for revenue stamps on the Trustee's Deed, any land transfer tax, and the tax required by N.C.G.S. Section 7A308 (a) (1). The real property herei­ nabove described will be sold subject to any and all superior liens, including taxes and special assessments. Other conditions will be announced at the time of sale. The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids as by law required. If the Trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any rea­ son, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the re­ turn of the deposit. Reasons of such inabil-* ity to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankrupt­ cy petition prior to the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the Trust­ ee^). If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Trust­ ee^), in their sole dis­ cretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may declare the sale to be void and re­ turn the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. This the 27th day of September, 2007. Richard P. McNeely Substitute Trustee P.O. Box 288 Charlotte, NC 282779708 (704) 341-2002 POSTED: WITNESS: Assistant/Deputy Clerk of Superior Court NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Ad­ ministrator of the Es­ tate of Sidney Reeves McNeil, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all per­ sons having claims against said estate to present them to the un­ dersigned at 110 McNeil Road Lansing NC 28643 on or before the 28th day of Decem­ ber, 2007, or this No­ tice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate pay­ ment to the under­ signed. This is the 21st day of September,2007. Bernard Calhoun Administrator for the Estate of Sidney Reeves McNeil John Deere & James River Bring You the Best for Less! 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Public health officials say that consumers need to check their freezers to make sure they don't have any of the contaminated beef, which has been recalled. "If you have frozen ground beef patties, check to see if they are part of the recall; if they are, then throw them away or return them to the store," said State Epidemiolo­ gist Dr. Jeff Engel. "Anytime you cook hamburger, always make sure to cook it until it is no longer pink and the juice runs clear." The two children - a 10year-old from Durham Coun­ ty and a 14-year-old from Orange County attended a cookout on September 15. Food served at the cookout included grilled hamburgers. The children experienced bloody diarrhea and abdomi­ nal cramps beginning on September 18. Neither child developed hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS), which is a serious complication that can result from E. coli 0157:H7 infection and both have re­ covered. No other cases of E.coli in­ fection asso­ ciated with the picnic have been diagnosed. Officials say it is likely that the infec­ tions were caused by the now-re­ called prod­ uct, because stool sam­ ples from the infected children had the same DNA fin­ gerprint as those found in contami­ nated beef from other cases associated with the with most cases showing up recall. Although no ground within three to five days. No beef from the cookout was new cases are expected as a available for testing, people result of the ground beef con­ who bought the ground beef sumed at this cookout. In addition to checking to for the Orange County cook­ see whether consumers have out said that they had pur­ chased the ground beef from the contaminated product, the Durham Sam's Club on public health officials say consumers should take pre­ September 14. The Orange County Health cautions to avoid contami­ Department investigated the nating other foods with any incident. Public health of­ E. coli bacteria that may be ficials note that the onset of present in the meat by: • Using soap or dishwash­ E. coli infection occurs within two to 10 days after infection, ing liquid to wash hands, BROC Head Start has openings for 3-4 year olds The BROC Head Start Sizemore Center has open­ ings for children 3 and 4 years of age. Head Start is a federally funded, non-profit, preschool child development program. Children are select­ ed based on family income and family size. No child may be discriminated against be­ cause of race, sex, creed, eth­ nic origin, religion, or disabil­ ity. The Ashe County center is located in Jefferson just off Northwest Drive (near the Gates Plant); follow North­ west Drive, Sizemore Center on right at top of hill. Head Start serves income eligible families; also a lim­ ited number of over-income families can be served if their children have disabling conditions or special needs. At this time, all over-income slots are filled, but interested families may be placed on the waiting list for an over- income slot. Verification of family income, child's age (birth certificate) must be provided when applying for Head Start. Hours for the children's classes are from 8:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. The More at Four/Head Start classes op­ erate five days, Monday -Fri­ day. The regular Head Start classes (non-More at Four) operate four days a week, Monday through Thursday. All classes will end during the month of May 2008, on a date to be determined later. A broad range of services is offered by Head Start. These include family services, com­ prehensive education, parent involvement opportunities, health services, nutritious meals, and services for chil­ dren with disabling condi­ tions and other special needs. All services for the children are at no charge to the fam­ ily. Transportation to and from the Head Start Center is provided within a limited area of the county. Parents are encouraged to transport when possible. The Head Start Center is a licensed Child Care Cen­ ter with a 4 Star Rating. It meets all requirements of the N.C. Child Care Licens­ ing Division. Head Start also operates the Child and Adult Care Food Program that is monitored by the N.C. Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health-Women's & Children's Health Section, Special Nutrition Programs. For more information on eligibility, to make an ap­ pointment to apply or to dis­ cuss the status of an earlier application submitted- please call Brenda M. Roten at the Sizemore Head Start Center at 246-6448. tablishment n u m b e r "Est. 924A" inside the USDA mark of inspec­ tion. The products in­ clude: Products distributed retail via and subject to recall are: • 6-pound boxes of "American Chef's Selec­ tion Angus Beef Patties 18-1/3 Pound Patties." utensils, and cutting boards after they have been in con­ tact with raw meat before they touch other food. • Putting cooked meat on a clean platter, rather than on the one that was used to hold raw meat. On October 6, Cargill re­ called 844,812 pounds of fro­ zen ground beef patties after an investigation by Minne­ sota authorities. The Minne­ sota Department of Health (MDH) found that four cases of illness were caused by E. coli 0157:H7 with the same DNA fingerprint. All of those infected had eaten ground beef patties purchased at Sam's Club stores in the Twin Cities metro area. The brand name of the implicated fro­ zen ground beef patties was "American Chef's Selection Angus Beef Patties." Sam's Club has pulled American Chef's Selection Angus Fro­ zen Ground Beef Patties from all of their stores. The products subject to the recall were produced on Aug. 9,10,15,16 and 17,2007, and were distributed nationwide. Each package bears the es­ PUBLIC AUCTION Property: Yes, I would like to purchase "Get on Board" Cards The West Wilkes Community Center Property, described in Deed Book Viewing Date: Sales Date: Sales Location: Sales Terms: Sales Terms: 534, Page 348 of the Wilkes County Registry, containing 18 acres more or less located on Boone Trail Road (1304), Purlcar, N.C. The property will be shown to any interested buyers on Saturday, Octo­ ber, 13,2007. Contact Rex Yates (336)973-4106, or Elbert (Junior) Walsh, (336) 973-7939, if interested in viewing the property. Saturday, October 20, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. Each pack­ age bears a case code of "7703100" and vari­ ous pack­ age codes of Best If Used By dates of"02/05/08,""02/06/08," "02/12/08," and "02/13/08." Products distributed to restaurants and institutions and subject to recall include: • 20-pound boxes of "Grille Works Seasoned Sirloin Steak Beef Patties." Each package bears a case code of "770Q296" and a package code "packed/chilled by 08/15/07." • 20-pound boxes of "TNT™ Thick 'n Tender Beef Patties with Seasoning." Each package bears a case code of "7703003" and a package code "packed/chilled by 08/15/07." • 20-pound boxes of "TNT Thick 'n Tender Beef Pat­ ties with Seasoning." Each package bears a case code of "7703008"and a package code "packed/chilled by 08/15/07." • 10-pound boxes of "TNT Thick 'n Tender Beef Pat­ ties with Seasoning." Each package bears a case code of "7703092"and a package code "packed/chilled by 08/15/07." • 20-pound boxes of "TNT Thick 'n Tender Black Angus Beef Patties with Seasoning." Each package bears a case code of "7703132" and a pack- age code "packed/chilled by 08/15/07." • 20-pound boxes of "TNT Thick 'n Tender Black Angus Beef Patties with Seasoning." Each package bears a case code of "7703133" and a pack­ age code "packed/chilled by 08/15/07." • 10-pound boxes of "TNT Thick 'n Tender Black Angus Beef Patties with Seasoning." Each package bears a case code of "7703139" and a pack­ age code "packed/chilled by 08/15/07." • 20-pound boxes of "TNT Thick 'n Tender Black Angus Ground Beef Patties." Each package bears a case code of "7700922" and a package code "packed/chilled by 08/15/07." • 32.4-pound boxes of "100% Black Angus Ground Beef Patties." Each package bears a case code of"7700932" and a package code "packed/ chilled by 08/15/07." • 36.0-pound boxes of "100% Black Angus Ground Beef Patties." Each package bears a case code of "7700983" and a package code "packed/ chilled by 08/15/07." Symptoms of E. coli 0157: H7 illness include stomach cramps, which can be severe, and diarrhea. Diarrhea be­ gins as loose, watery stools, with stools often turning bloody within 1-3 days. E. coli 0157:H7 disease some­ times leads to HUS, which can include kidney failure. People typically become ill two to five days after eating contaminated food. E. coli in­ fection should not be treated with antibiotics, which can cause additional complica­ tions. People who have developed those symptoms after con­ suming this product should contact their physician. Consumers with ques­ tions about the recall should contact the company's food safety line at 866-567-7899. Media with questions should contact the company's media representative, Mark Klein, at 952-742-6211. Name Address Purlear baptist Church, at the intersection of Old Hwy 60 (SR 1317) and Shingle Gap Rd. (SR 1340), Purlear, N.C. This is a reserve sale; the Board of Directors of West Wilkes Community Center reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Highest Bidder will be required to make a cash deposit of 5% of highest bid. The bid will remain open for upset bids for a period of 10 days after the sale, and 10 days after any upset bid. Owners will convey title by Special Warranty Deed, subject to easements of public record. Additional terms of sale will be announced at the time of sale. Please contact John M. Logsdon, McElwcc Firm, PLLC, 906 Main Street, North Wilkesboro, N.C. 28659; phone: (336)838-1111; e-mail: j] | Thank you for your support! | Ashe Memorial Hospital Foundation 200 Hospital Avenue - fefferson, NC 28640 L 336-846-6712 > �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2007 PAGE 11B COMMUNITY NEWS Federal tax-filing extension expires Oct. 15 WACUTNtnTAM TL. WASHINGTON — TheT _ In­ ternal Revenue Service today urged taxpayers whose taxfiling extension runs out on Oct. 15 to double check their returns for often-overlooked tax breaks and then file their returns electronically using IRS e-file or the Free File system. Many of the more than 10.2 million taxpayers who requested an automatic sixmonth extension this year have yet to file. IRS e-file is fast, accurate and secure, making it an ideal option for those rushing to meet the Oct. 15 deadline. The IRS verifies receipt of an e-filed return, and people who file electroni­ cally make fewer mistakes too. A record 58 percent of the 135.3 million returns re­ ceived so far this year have been filed electronically. In addition, the IRS urges all taxpayers with incomes at or below $52,000 to file their R N . „ returns for free using Free File. Seven in 10 taxpayers qualify to use the software and electronic-filing services made available through the Free File Alliance, a publicprivate partnership between the IRS and a consortium of tax-preparation software manufacturers. Telephone customers can also use Free File to request this year's one-time telephone excise tax refund. Taxpayers who have pur­ chased their own software or use a paid tax preparer are also urged to file their returns electronically. Almost 78.8 million individual taxpayers have already used IRS e-file, a 9 percent increase over last year at this time. Taxpayers who file elec­ tronically can e-file and e-pay in a single step by authoriz­ ing an electronic funds with­ drawal or making a credit card payment. The IRS does not charge a fee for process­ ing an electronic funds with­ drawal. However, credit-card payments are subject to con­ venience fees charged by the authorized nfefev/ service providers. Pa­ per filers, as well as electronic filers, who cannot pay • <. what they llilfwtf Jjk, owe, may |Jff be able to l|f||/f/ 8 set up a M| §f payment ^•B/,0eN VYv agreement online with the IRS. Anyone e x pecting w|jP a refund can get it sooner by ... choosing direct ^ deposit. Nearly three in five refunds have been di­ rect-deposited this year, a new record. This year for Health Department warns: flu season is here cations from the flu are peo­ ple who are age 50 or older, those with chronic or longterm health problems such as heart disease or asthma, women who are pregnant during flu season, and chil­ dren under 5 years old. Appalachian District Health Department in Ashe County will be offering flu vaccinations each Thursday during October beginning October 18. To kick off the flu prevention campaign, Ashe County Health Department will be offering flu and pneu­ monia vaccinations at Jef­ ferson Station from 8:00am to 4:00pm on Thursday, Oc­ tober 18. No appointments are necessary to participate in this special clinic. Follow­ ing this special clinic, those ' Uom ih<4r. Thursdays during health de­ Safe Sitter class offered Ashe Memorial Hospital will offer Safe Sitter® classes for girls and boys age 11 to 13 on November 3 and November 10 (must attend both classes) at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Registration for the program, sponsored by Ashe Memorial Hospital is open until Octo­ ber 26, 2007. The Safe Sitter® program is a medically accurate pro­ gram that teaches young adolescents how to handle emergencies when caring for younger children. The cost is $15. To register your son or daughter or your child's baby­ sitter, call (336) 846-0781. Thousands of young ado­ lescents across the country have been trained by Safe Sitter® Instructors to handle life threatening emergencies. During the course, students get hands-on practice in ba­ sic lifesaving techniques so they are prepared to act in a crisis. Safe Sitters also receive helpful tips to make them more confident caregivers. They learn safety precau­ tions, how to understand chil­ dren of different ages, and even the business of babysit­ partment operating hours, without an appointment, to get your vaccination. Flu shots at the health depart­ ment this year are $32. Ad­ ditionally, the pneumonia vaccine will also be offered for those interested and costs $48. The health department accepts Medicaid, Medicare, Partners, Humana insuranc­ es as well as those who wish to self-pay. Please call the health de­ partment at (336) 246-9449 for more information or log onto www.cdc.gov for more information about flu. • Who have modes! hut steady income • Who have reasonable good credit with low long-term new home with low monthly payments, located at the foot at Mt. Jefferson, at THE OAKS in Jefferson, NC This is quite an opportunity. You never know what you might accomplish until you try! ting, they also learn infant and child CPR. To successfully complete the Safe Sitter® program, students must pass a rigor­ ous practical and written test to show that they have mas­ tered the key concepts and have the skills necessary to handle an emergency. Northwestern Housing Enterprises, INC 869 Hwy 105 Ext. Boone, NC 28607 Call: (828)264-6683 An equal housing opportunity agency NOTICE OF JUDICIAL SALE LANDS of Heirs of FERRIS EUGENE LANE JIM REEVES- VANNOV & REEVES, PLLC, ATTORNEYS 202 EAST MAIN STREET, P O DRAWER 67, WEST JEFFERSON, NORTH CAROUNA 28694 Phone: (336)246-7172 - e-mail: 1im@vannovandreeves.com STATE of NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY of ASHE IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK File No. 07-SP-114 There is located upon the above-described property, at 209 Frank Witherspoon Road, Jefferson, North Carolina, a one-story brick veneer residence, containing approximately 1,152 square feet of heated floor space, approximately 768 square feet of basement, with three bedrooms. (Ashe County Tax Parcel No. 09302-091). This brand new checking account from CommunityONE may shock you, and contains blistering hot interest rates and free use of ATMs anywhere in the country. Customers are encouraged to open at once, and handle with care. MARK ASHLEY LANE, Individually and as Administrator CTA of the Estate of FERRIS EUGENE LANE, Petitioner, Powered by BancVue JESSIE CLIFTON LANE; (Single) LAURIE PAIGE LANE SIMS and husband MARK SIMS; KAREN LEIGH LANE BUMGART and husband, MARK J. BUMGART Respondents. Under and by virtue of an Order entered by Honorable Pam W. Barlow, on 19lh day of October, 2007, Clerk of Superior Court of Ashe County. North Carolina, in the above captioned special proceeding, the undersigned Commissioner will, on 12:00 o'clock noon, at the Courthouse door In Jefferson, North Carolina (on the first floor) offer to sale for the highest bidder, for cash the following described land situate in Jefferson Township, Ashe County, North Carolina, and more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING on an Iron stake on east bank of Frank Withorspoon's driveway, Guy Marsh's corner; thence running up with east side of said driveway N. 7-1/4 E. 11 poles to a stake at bend of driveway; thence up through the field due east 14 poles to an iron stake; thence out and down the hill S. 10 W. 15 1/4 poles to a stake In Guy Marsh'sline; thence down with Marsh's line N. 69 W. 11-1/2 poles to the BEGINNING, containing one acre more or less. And being the same land specifically described in that certain deed, dated 19 February 2002, which appears of record in the Ashe County Public Registry In Book 272, at pages 2452-2453 • Earn Premium Rates % APY* On your balance up to 525,000 Directions to Property; From East Jefferson Intersecion of Hwy. 16,221, & 88. Turn on Hwy 16 North; Take first right on Friendship Baptist Church Road go @ 1/3 mile, Turn left on Frank Witherspoon Road. Residence is located on 209 Frank Witherspoon Road in Jefferson. On your balance over $25,000 • Free ATMs Nationwide* CommunityONE • No Monthly Fees • No Minimum Balance At the time of the sale, the highest bidder shall immediately make a cask deposit in the amount of five(5%) per cent of the amount of the bid of Seven Hundred Fifty ($750) Dollars, whichever is greater. This 26,h day of September, 2007 If requirements are not met 1055 Mt. Jefferson Road • West Jefferson, NC 28694 • 336.246.9700 www.MyYes8ank.com To receive the premium rates, perform the following each cycle: 1)10 Debit Card Purchases 2) One Direct Deposit or One ACH Auto Debit or One Online Bill Pay Transaction 3) Receive Electronic Statement Jimmy D. Reeves Commissioner *5.51% Annual Percentage Yield (APY) paid on balances between one penny and $25,000, and 1.00% APY paid on all amounts above $25,000. each cycle the minimum requirements are met. If you do not meet the requirements per cycle, your account will still function as a free checking account earning 0.10% APY, however it will not receive ATM refunds for that time period. Rates as of September 1, 2007. We may change the interest rate and APY at any time after the account is opened. No minimum balance required, however you must deposit a minimum of $100 to open this account. Available to personal accounts only. No monthly service charge. ©2007 CommunityONE Bank, N.A., Member FDIC V ft �, PAGE 12B FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Civic Center to host barbershop concert The Barbershop Quartet is more or less a daily mira­ cle in popular music. While teenagers and young adults continue to be absorbed in the emotional strains of rockand-roll and rap, auditoriums and theaters throughout the United States and Canada are being filled by persons anxious to listen to non-in­ strumental harmony sung by a Barbershop Quartet. It is significant that this unique form of musical Amer­ icana continues to grow and prosper in this atmosphere of non-conformity. However, while barbershop harmony and rock-and-roll and rap are directly opposed in their method of presentation, they all affect the listener emo­ tionally and therefore make him or her a part of that pre­ sentation. Come and hear the dif­ ference during a special per­ formance of barbershop har­ mony sponsored by The Ashe County Chapter of the Bar­ bershop Harmony Society on Saturday, Oct. 20 at the Ashe Civic Center in West Jeffer­ son. Performing will be Triad Harmony Express, Steel Mag­ nolias Sweet Adeline Quar­ tet, and Ashe County Middle School Chorus among others. The show begins at 7:30 p.m. and tickets are $1Q at the Ashe County Arts Center in West Jefferson or at the door. While Barbershop Quar­ tet singing actually began in the barbershop in the early 1900s, it is doubtful that this haven of masculine camara­ derie ever echoes from the vocal presentations of fourpart harmony lovers today. The term "barbershop" has Triad Harmony Express perhaps given many a false impression of this wonderful form of musical expression. The 40,000+ members of this world-wide singing so­ ciety are very proud of their place in America's musical culture. They have pledged themselves to preserve and encourage the "old songs" and the barbershop style of harmony - one of only three forms of music which is Na­ tive American. The other two originals are the cowboy bal­ lad and the Negro spiritual. Since not all members are interested in singing in a quartet format, the Barber­ shop Chorus has been formed to give everyone the oppor­ tunity to participate in the musical enjoyment offered by barbershop harmony. The chorus director attempts to mold the voices of his men into one large quartet. His efforts allow more men the opportunity to combine their ordinary talents with other barbershoppers to produce extraordinary results. The Mountain Overtones Chorus sings in the local chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society. It was formed just a few years ago and is sponsored by the Win­ ston-Salem Chapter, mem­ bers of which will be joining the Mountain Overtones at the show at Ashe County Civic Center on Oct. 20. For tickets or information, call 846-2787. The Mountain Overtones Chorus welcomes all men who would like to harmonize. They meet every Thursday at the West Jefferson Methodist Church at 7 p.m. Come and sing along. Todd hosts 14th annual New River Festival Saturday by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Saturday offers a day of fun all around Ashe County, in­ cluding the 14"' Annual Todd New River Festival. Held each year at Walter and Annie Cook Memorial Park across from Todd Gener­ al Store and Todd Mercantile, the festival will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with music, crafts, food and children's ac­ tivities. The music lineup is as fol­ lows: 9-11 a.m.: Buck Haggard 11 a.m.-Noon: A Company of Cloggers Noon-1 p.m.: Amantha Mill 1-2 p.m.: Rock Bottom 2-3 p.m.: Southern Accent 3-4 p.m.: Wolfe Brothers 4-5 p.m.: Puppet Shows There will be raffle draw­ ings from the stage around 4 p.m. The festival is sponsored by the Todd Ruritan Club. Parking is available for $3 with shuttles to the festival grounds. For more informa­ tion, call 828-964-1362. Events at Todd General Store continue tlirough the fall season with storytelling on Tuesday nights at 6 p.m., bluegrass music on Friday nights at 7 p.m., and a special author series on Oct. 27 with Mark de Castrique and the Barry Clayton Mysteries, and on Nov. 24. Storytelling features Char­ lotte Ross on Oct. 16, Sherry Boone on Oct. 23, Diane Hackworth and her special ghost stories on Oct. 30, and a spe­ cial event featuring Orville Hicks on Nov. 20. Todd General Store also of­ fers dinner specials at 5 p.m. on Tuesdays for storytelling and 6 p.m. on Fridays for bluegrass musical evenings. For more information, call Photo courtesy of Lynda McDaniel 877-1067. Ashe County residents traveled to Marshall Farm in Alexander County on Oct. 4 to join Ashe County 24/7...tor free...at the new and Improved www.ieffersonpost.coni • > V ' hi Mon - Fri 9:00 am - 6:00pm Saturday 9:00 am-5:30pm After Hours By Appointmen Ashe Dems help in fundraiser Alexander County Democrats in a fundraiser for Sen. Steve Goss and Rep. Ray Warren. Goss represents Alexander, Ashe, Watauga and Wilkes counties and Warren represents Alexander County and much of the City of Hickory in Catawba County. The event was held on the picturesque farm of Lynn, Mima Jean, Jody and Stacy Marshall and included a barbecue chicken dinner and musical entertainment. Pictured from left are: Courtney Walls; Melba Jones, chair of the Ashe Democratic Party; Shirley Wallace, Ashe register of deeds; Lynda McDaniel, secretary for the Ashe Democratic Party; Sen. Goss; Rep. Warren; and Stacy Marshall. As you can also see, a couple of Democratic mascots completed the event. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. 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Three directors of this school were named in the trust: Robert Franklin, whose company, McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers, produced The Art of Florence Thomas in 2004; Jane Lonon, executive direc­ tor of the Ashe County Arts Council; and Melba Miller, one of her oldest and closest friends and a fellow painter. On August 6, 2007, after several months of searching, a 10.3 acre property in Glen­ dale Springs was purchased. The property, on Trading Post Road and adjacent to The Paul and Florence Thomas Memorial Art School will initially offer instruc­ tion in landscape painting. Curriculum offerings will be expanded gradually to en­ compass many art forms and mediums, including the mas­ ter crafts. "We think Florence would be as thrilled as we are to have this exceptionally promising spot for her school. There's a pond, trees, mead­ ows, great views—students will be able to walk a short distance out of the classroom with their easels and set up for landscape painting," said Franklin, who is the presi­ dent of the school. Jane Lo­ non says the Arts Council has been investigating the feasibility of an art school in the area for some time. Flor­ ence Thomas has turned this artworks are destined to be an inspiration to students and the public, both as teach­ ing aids and as magnificent works of fine art to be dis­ played permanently for the enjoyment of all. The Art School is in the developmental stage with tentative plans for classes to be offered in the summer of 2008. Students of all ages and abilities will be wel­ comed, when operations be­ gin. The directors of the Art School are deeply grateful for the assistance and encour­ agement they have received from Thomas' daughter, Betty Plummer and Betty's husband Bill Plummer. The directors envision that in the future The Paul and Florence Thomas Memorial Art School "• ; ' - 1 * , , • r ' 'i V' • H if' Post photo by Katherine Brownlow Deputies with the Sheriff's Department and town police raided a West Jefferson apart­ ment Friday evening. Two people were arrested on drug-related charges. Deputies raid apartment by Katherine Brownlow Staff Writer rusi pnuiu uy r\aui«iIIit) DIUWIIIUW This now-closed Glendale Springs restaurant will become part of the new Paul and Florence Thomas Memorial Art School. the Blue Ridge Parkway, was originally known as Lee's Lodge and more recently as The Gathering Place and Family and Friends. The property includes several residences, a 20 unit motel and a restaurant. vision into a reality. The directors of the Art School have also become the custodians of the many paintings completed by Ms. Thomas. These paintings are mostly oil on canvas, with a number of watercolors. The will be a significant cultural asset for Ashe County and the region. For further infor­ mation about The Paul and Florence Thomas Memorial Art School, contact Jane Lo­ non, secretary of the school, at jane@ashecountyarts.org. On Friday, Aug. 10, search and entry teams surrounded the house at 204 W. Third Street and made two drugrelated arrests, disrupting the evening rhythm of the surrounding neighborhood. Flashing lights and officers searching for drugs inter­ rupted dog walks and drew neighbors out of their hous­ es. "This is a sore in a good community," said Sheriff James Williams. "We're glad we can close another one down." In a joint effort between the West Jefferson police and sheriff's departments, two West Jefferson residents, Timmy McPeak, 40, and Tammy McPeak, "42, were arrested and charged on sev­ eral drug-related offenses. Both are currently being held in the Ashe County jail on a $250,000 secure bond. The sheriffs office was able to buy large amounts bf prescription drugs from the suspected dealers through undercover officers. This gave the department a rea­ son to search the house, said West Jefferson Police Cap­ tain Chris Miller. The search and entry team found varying amounts of illegal drugs and drug paraphernalia. Findings in­ cluded trafficking amounts of prescription medication. Timmy McPeak is charged with conspiring to traffic in opium or heroin, three counts of maintaining a dwelling for the purposes of keeping and selling opium, PW^SD schedule three controlled substance, simple possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. Tammy McPeak is charged with conspiring to traffic in opium or heroin, two counts of trafficking in opium or heroin, two counts of main­ taining a dwelling for the purposes of keeping and sell­ ing opium, simple possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. Williams described the county's position on drugs with this warning. "If you're dealing drugs in Ashe Coun­ ty, sleep with one eye open. You may be next." NCDOT to fix rough road in Jefferson Motorists in Jefferson are getting anxious about the condition of the four-lane road that goes past Moun­ tain View Shopping Center. The roughness of the road from the traffic light to the intersection with NC 16 has drivers scrambling to stay on the smooth part as much as possible, sometimes danger­ ously weaving around other vehicles that are waiting to turn left. The two outer lanes of the road were nearly stripped of pavement in anticipation of new pavement, and motor­ ists expected the new pave­ ment quickly, but then noth­ ing happened for weeks. Now even town officials are won­ dering when the work will be completed. Town Manager Cathy Howell said she had not been With less than two weeks until the Armed Forces Trib­ ute, deadlines are approach­ ing! The events begin Sunday, Aug. 19 and culminate with a day long community tribute on Saturday, Aug. 25 at Fam­ ily Central. Veterans, troops, their families and friends are all encouraged to complete a registration form in honor of those who have served or are serving in the military. Although all forms turned in will be posted on the Wall of Honor, the deadline for inclu­ sion in the special newspaper is this Wednesday, Aug. 15. Forms may continue to be turned in after that date for posting on the Wall of Honor that will be placed around the perimeter of the Family Cen­ tral Sports Complex on Aug. 25. Parker Tie is donating all materials for the Wall, while the high school shop class will be building the wall in 4'x8' sections. Completed forms by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor contacted by DOT about the delay and would be contact­ ing them to check on prog­ ress of the paving project. David Poindexter, resident engineer with the NC De­ partment of Transportation in North Wilkesboro said he expects pavement work to continue by next week. He is contacting Adams Con­ struction Company about the timeline for their contracted work. Poindexter explained that over the years asphalt had built up on US 221 through Jefferson and into the con­ crete gutter line. In addition, the concrete drainage boxes, or storm drains, have been deteriorating and needed repair. Adams subcontracted these repairs prior to com­ mencement of paving. "The initial milling was done to clear the gutters and drainage boxes, and the con­ tractor is making those re­ pairs now," Poindexter said. Once the storm drains are repaired, he said, the old pavement will be removed to below the gutter and new pavement will be put down flush with the gutters to im­ prove drainage on the road­ way and safety for drivers. Tom Sproule, vice presi­ dent of Adams Construc­ tion Company, said Monday morning that there was a little more curb work than anticipated in the original contract on the gutters and storm drains, and that work was subcontracted out. He said he hopes this work can be completed by the end of next week and paving would be done after that, probably taking at least two days for that stretch of US 221. Motorists need to be pa­ tient and use caution during this road repair project. Foundation, do Vicky Moody, PO Box 1045, Jefferson, NC 28640. This year's event will be held in two locations due to theenormousresponsefrom the veterans and troops. The Jefferson National Guard Armory is the site for the military only lunch, which is being catered by Smoky Mountain Barbeque, beginning at 11 a.m. Due to the space limitations of the Armory, all spouses, fami­ lies, friends and supporters will have lunch at the Fam­ ily Central Sports Complex. With very limited parking at Family Central, every­ one is strongly suggested to take advantage of shuttles that will depart from the Ashe County Courthouse, Jefferson United Methodist Church, Fletcher Memorial Church, Friendship Baptist Church, and Mountain View Elementary. Only veterans See Tribute, page 5 Armed Forces Tribute coming next week Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 . Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffer8onpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpo8t.com Free clinic seeks volunteers There has never been a better time to volunteer for the Ashe County Free Medical Clinic. The Free Clinic located in Jefferson has been operating for a year and has seen over 600 patients. The Free Clinic runs on volunteers, and needs your help! Two special areas in short supply are interpreters for Latino patients and nurses. At the present time, the clinic has four interpreters, but two will be returning to winter homes this fall, leaving only two to help both at eligibility on Tuesday evenings and at clinics on Thursdays. If you speak Spanish, or know someone who does, please volunteer can be dropped off at any AF Bank location, Smoky Mountain Barbecue in West Jefferson, or mailed to the J e f f e rsons Rotary Club or encourage him or her to volunteer. Nurses are always in high demand. At present the clinic has seven active nurses to take health histories at eligibility and to work at the clinic. Since two nurses work at each clinic, if you're a nurse, the clinic needs you. But others are needed to help too. If you are interested in helping the clinic, either in a medical field, clerical field or even to help clean up and carry off the trash, the clinic needs your help. Start the volunteer process by filling out the on-line form or calling the clinic office to be mailed a volunteer form. You will be asked to watch a 2-hour DVD of the training held last May (DVD's are available free at the clinic, and you may take them home to watch at your convenience), get your PPD (TB test) and then learn the job for which you are volunteering. For most folks, that's it. Those who volunteer for a medical field are required to turn in a little more paperwork, and interpreters will be checked to be sure their Spanish is adequate. Most volunteers work an average of about four hours per month. If you think you could give this much time (or less) to help others who live or work in Ashe County and need medical care, but have no medical insurance and often go without, please contact the clinic. Please go to www.acfmc.org and look over the volunteer jobs or call 846-4649. �H PAGE 2 TUESDAY, AUGUST 14, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES for her cooking, baking and beautiful flower gardens. She was the proud grand­ mother of nine grandchil­ dren, Charita Justice of Char­ lotte, NC, Kelly Roth of Long Beach, Calif., Kim Grewen of Atlanta, Ga., Talara Parrish of Jacksonville, Fla., Kathy Lowe of Long Beach, Calif., Tony Witherspoon of Taylorsville, NC, Terry Witherspoon of Jacksonville, Fla., Tyler Glenn and Tabby Patchell both of Jacksonville, Fla. She is also survived by 13 great­ grandchildren; Evin (Chari­ ta), Nikki (Kelly), Brooke and Velma "Shorty" Sarah (Kim), Tiffany and AJ (Talara), Katie and Stepha­ Little Blackburn nie (Kathy), Tanner (Terry), Jacksonville, Fla. Samantha and Kansas (Ty­ August 16, 1919 ler), Brett and Brody (Tabby), August 2, 2007 Mrs. Velma "Shorty" Little and one great-great-grand­ Blackburn, formerly of Jef­ child, Zachary (Tiffany). She ferson, passed away peace­ is also survived by several fully surrounded by her lov­ cousins, nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held ing husband and family on Thursday, August 2nd at Monday, August 6, 2007 at 2 Baptist Medical Center in pm at the Boone Family Fu­ Jacksonville, Fla. neral Home Chapel with Rev. She is survived by her A.B. Weaver officiating. Buri­ husband of 64 years, Bryce al followed in the Friendship Blackburn, three daughters, Baptist Church Cemetery in Pat Miller and Dixie Grad- Jefferson, NC. The Black­ owski both of Jefferson and burn family received friends Brenda Witherspoon of Jack­ from 12:30 to 2 p.m. prior to sonville, Fla., and one sister, the funeral service. Mary Jo Burkett of Haines The family met at 423 Au­ City, Florida. tumn Lane in Heritage Es­ Shorty was born August tates of NC Highway 163. 16^ 1919 in Jefferson to Fred You may give the family and Fredor Bower Little. your condolences at our web­ She and Bryce resided in Jef­ site www.boonefuneralhome. ferson until 2003 when they com. Boone Family Funeral moved to Jacksonville, Fla. She retired after 21 years Home of West Jefferson is managing Cato's in West in charge of these arrange­ Jefferson. She was known ments. How to preplan a funeral No one likes to think about death or make funeral ar­ rangements when grieving for a loved one who has just passed on. Yet, when that dreadful day arrives, some­ one has to do it, and decisions have to be made quickly and often under great emotional distress. And, like it or not, death is a costly affair. According to Funeralplan. com, a free online consumer information and educational resource on funeral planning, funerals rank among the most expensive purchases many consumers will ever make. A traditional funeral, includ­ ing a casket and vault, costs about $6,000, although extras like flowers, obituary notices, acknowledgment cards, or limousines can add thousands of dollars to the bottom line. Many funerals run well over $10,000. That's why many choose to preplan and prepay their own funeral. Preplanning allows you to compare prices and services so that, ultimately, the funer­ al reflects a wise and well-in­ formed purchasing decision, as well as a meaningful one. When you prearrange, you have control over the deci­ sions relating to your death - the disposition of your body, the funeral or memorial ser­ vice and what you want your obituary to say about your life. You also relieve your fam­ ily of having to make impor­ tant financial decisions dur­ David Greer and Mary Edith ing a period of great stress Raymond Elworth Graybeal Greer. He served in • and grief - a time when people Greer the United States Army dur­ aren't thinking very clearly Lansing ing Korean War. He worked and may not know what to do September 8,1933 at an Automotive Mfg. Com­ because you never made your August 8, 2007 pany. wishes known. Mr. Raymond Elworth He was preceded in death Preplanning your funeral Greer, age 73, of Lansing, by a son, Jeff Greer. can be as formal or as infor­ died Wednesday morning, He was survived by his mal as you want it to be. It August 8, 2007 at Britthaven wife, Clarcie Sullivan Greer; can be as simple as following ofWilkesboro. a daughter, Lori; a stepson, Funeral services were Roger Sullivan, of Lowell, a preplanning checklist and sharing your wishes with a held on Saturday, August 11, NC; a brother, Denver Greer, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Boone Fam­ of Lansing; two sisters, Shel­ family member, or it can be made in the form of a preneed ily Funeral Home Chapel by Crigger, of Oberlin, Ohio contract, which can be set up with Rev. Larry Shepherd and Evelyn Sparks, of Lawand Rev. Jim Francis offici­ renceville, Ga.; four grand­ with a funeral director and ating. Burial followed in the children; and several nieces aJsAi,-. Howell Hill Cemetery with ahd nephews also survive. military rites. You may give the family The family received friends your condolences at our web­ from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, site www.boonefuneralhome. August 10, 2007 at Boone com. Family Funeral Home. Boone Family Funeral Mr. Greer was born in Ashe Home of West Jefferson is County on Friday, September in charge of these arrange­ 8, 1933 to the late Roosevelt ments. Retha Gladys Nichols Weaver The family received friends from 1 to 2 p.m. at the church prior to the service. Lansing Mrs. Weaver is survived November 7, 1948 by one son, Scottie Weaver of August 6, 2007 Lansing and three brothers: Mrs. Retha Gladys Nichols Weaver, age 58, of Lansing William Nichols, Ronda Nich­ ols both of Lansing, and Worth died Monday, August 6, 2007 at Wilkes Regional Medical Nichols of Creston. Also sur­ viving are two grandchildren Center. Mrs. Weaver was and several nieces and neph­ born in Ashe County, NC, ews. on November 7, 1948 to the In lieu of flowers memori­ late Noah Smith Nichols and als may be made to the family Laura Ellen Osborne Nichols. c/o Ashelawn Memorial Cha­ She worked as a seamstress pel, PO Box 148 Jefferson, NC in the textile industry. 28640. Funeral services for Mrs. You may sign the guestWeaver were held Thursday at 2 p.m. at Meadowview book for the family through Mennonite Church in Lan­ our website at www.ashelawn. sing by Reverend Dan Hess. com. Daniel M. Shepherd Rising Sun, Md. August 7,1958 July 17, 2007 Daniel M. Shepherd, 48, formerly of Rising Sun, Maryland died on July 17, 2007 at his home in Alden, Michigan. He was born on August 7, 1958 in Havre de Grace, Maryland. He enjoyed boating, fishing, and hunt­ ing. He was receded in death by his father, Lester (John) Shepherd and step-father, James May. He is survived by his wife Rebecca Shepherd, his son Daniel Shepherd II $THE of Germany, daughter Gayle Shepherd of Michigan, step­ daughter Missy (husband Rick) Hartzell of Missouri, his mother Virginia Helen May of Rising Sun, step-mother Becky Shepherd of North Carolina, two brothers, Doug (wife Carolyn) Shepherd of North Carolina, James (wife Diane) May II of Bel Air, a sister Donna (husband Joe) Toliver of Conowingo, two grandchildren, Fiona and Bergin Hartzell and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held in Bellaire Michigan on July 22. Ruth Price Roark Creston April 3,1912 July 31, 2007 Mrs. Ruth Price Roark, age 95, of Creston, died Tues­ day night, July 31, 2007 at her residence. Funeral services were held on Friday, August 3, 2007 at 11 a.m. at Rock Creek Bap­ tist Church with Brother, Anthony Roark, Rev. Wayne Roark and Brother Rector Henson officiating. Burial will follow in the Price Fam­ ily Cemetery. The family received friends from 7 to 9 p.m. on prefunded through life insur­ ance, a bank trust agreement, or another method. When done properly, preplanning your funeral can give you peace of mind. Below are some guidelines to follow, courtesy of Funeralplan.com, should you decide to preplan and prepay your funeral. 1. Plan the actual funeral. Shop around and talk to a few funeral directors. Compare prices for such things as a cas­ ket, embalming and the cost for professional services. Re­ sist one-stop shopping, which can include such things as prayer cards, thank-you notes and guest registers - they add up quickly. Many opt for a funeral home in their neigh­ borhood for personalized ser­ vices. 2. Decide on body disposi­ tion. Do you want to be bur­ ied or cremated? If you want an earth burial, a cemetery plot needs to be purchased; if above- ground, a mausoleum crypt. If cremation is your choice, make a plan for how you will dispose of the ashes. Do you want them stored in a columbarium niche or bur­ ied? Maybe you prefer to have your ashes scattered. An op­ tion some people take is to donate viable organs and tis­ sues to a medical school. 3. Decide on the type of ceremony. You may want a traditional funeral service with visitation and a member of the clergy conducting ser­ vices at a church or a funeral home. Will you want an open or closed casket? Maybe you want a special friend to do the eulogy or family members to read scripture passages or poetry. Any favorite hymns? If you would rather have a memorial service (a service in the funeral home or a church where the body is not present), express that wish. A common misconception is that when a body is cremated, you don't hold a funeral. You can hold Thursday, August 2, 2007 at Rock Creek Baptist Church. Mrs. Roark was born in Ashe County on Wednes­ day, April 3, 1912 to the late Milburn Price and Euge­ nia Roark Price. She was a homemaker. She is survived by six sons, Rev. Wayne Roark, Gor­ don Roark, Rocky Roark, Lee Roark, all of Creston, Grant Roark, of Damascus, Virgin­ ia, Grady Roark, of Moun­ tain City, TN; three daugh­ ters, Vertie Roark Price, of New Plymouth, Ohio, Mary Roark and Jane Greer, of Creston; a sister, Lura Fox, of Sugar Grove, NC; twentyone grandchildren; thirtynine great-grandchildren; six great, great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews also survive. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. a funeral before cremation if you want to. 4. Tally the total cost of the funeral. Tally all costs, which will probably be considerable, and decide about prepaying with bank savings, trusts, life insurance, or annuities. Some of the costs involved include: •Basic services fee for the funeral director and staff - a fee that customers cannot decline to pay that includes services common to all funer­ als regardless of the specific arrangement: funeral plan­ ning, securing the necessary permits and copies of death certificates, preparing the no­ tices, sheltering the remains, and coordinating the arrange­ ments with the cemetery, cre­ matory or other third par­ ties. The fee does not include charges for optional services or merchandise. •Charges for other ser­ vices and merchandise - costs for optional goods and ser­ vices such as transporting the remains; embalming and other preparation; use of the funeral home for the view­ ing, ceremony or memorial service; use of equipment and staff for a graveside service; use of a hearse or limousine; a casket, outer burial container or alternate container; and cremation or interment (the act of placing a dead body in a grave). •Cash advances - fees charged by the funeral home for goods and services it buys from outside vendors on your behalf, including flowers, obit­ uary notices, pallbearers, offi­ ciating clergy, organists and soloists. Some funeral provid­ ers charge you their cost for Library to host environmental speaker V, \ • .V ' v- . $.AW J& \ £ y Professor Jonathan Howes will provide a very up to date look at the state's environ­ ment when he speaks to the Friends of the Library at 11 am on Wed. Aug. 22. The public is invited to join in downstairs at the library. "North Caro­ lina's Environ­ ment: Can We Sustain It?" will be presented as a slide presenta­ tion. "I will discuss exciting devel­ opments in our state park sys­ tem with overall state environmental issues," said Howes.He will also cover the Ashe county area. Howes is well qualified on the subject and is currently chairman of the State Parks and Recreation Authority. f From 1993-97 he served in the governor's cabinet as Secre­ tary of the Department of En­ vironment, Health and Natu­ ral Resources. In that capacity he led the state's efforts to im­ prove its parks and launched a comprehensive program of envi­ ronmental educa­ tion and secured appropriations to house the North Carolina Mu­ seum of Natural Sciences. In 1997 he re­ turned to UNC Chapel Hill as special assistant to the Chancellor for community affairs. He was a longtime director of the Cen­ ter for Urban and Regional Studies and former mayor of Chapel Hill. Howes is available through Carolina Speakers of UNC. Open the Door on Your New Home • Fixed rate loans Adjustable rate loans Quick approvals and closings • Brannan First-time home-buyers program West Jefferson ILLUSTRATED BIBLE 08B S. Jefferson Ave. $• have set My rainbow in the clouds, and it will be the sign of the covenant between Me and the earth. GENESIS 9:13 the items they buy on your behalf. Others add a service fee to their cost, which they are required to disclose to you in writing, although they are not required to specify the amount of their markup. Fu­ neral providers are required to tell you if there are refunds, discounts, or rebates from the supplier on any cash advance item. 5. Draw up a will. Regard­ less of how much or how little wealth you have, it's impor­ tant to have a will unless you want the state to take over after you die. Have a lawyer draw one up for you. Organize all the papers and important documents you'll need to take with you to the lawyer. Your will is an inventory of all that you own - real estate, bank accounts, stocks and bonds (if any), annuities and life insurance. List your person­ al property, such as jewelry, paintings, and collectibles, and specify who gets what. Be clear about the distribution of your assets, but don't forget to list your liabilities - mort­ gage, loans and credit cards. Sign your will and have it witnessed by two people with their correct addresses in­ cluded (should they be sum­ moned by the court). You will need to designate an executor to administer your will after you die. And, if drawn up by a lawyer, the original copy will be filed at his or her office. A duplicate copy should be kept in a safe place wheresurvivors will find it - like a safe deposit box. (Remember: Whatever is in your will is not set in stone. You can make changes to it any time you want.) ffija J j JH 1 Highlands ha Union Bank "Faces you know... People you trust."SM www.hubank.com © 2007 by King Features Syndicate. Inc. World rights reserved. F0IC ^ rM,w rftwa �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, AUGUST 14, 2007 PAGE 3 COMMUNITY NEWS The Raleigh Report by Rep. Cullie Tarleton Last week we ended a very successful session. We worked hard to pass laws that are im­ portant to our citizens. This session we passed landmark legislation in several areas including healthcare, energy efficiency, and protecting the environment. As the session came to a close, we all focused heavily on the budget. This week I would like to inform you of other important pieces of legislation that was passed this session. I have been back in Blow­ ing Rock for a week now try­ ing to get caught up on my yard work (slowly) while meeting and talking with several of you along with at­ tending as many functions as I can. I appreciate having the opportunity to meet and talk with you. Please feel free to contact me if I can be of as­ sistance. Education The General Assembly rat­ ified and Gov. Easley signed into law a bill that will pro­ vide additional support to Rep. Cullie Tarleton high-need schools. Schools classified as high-need schools will be issued more National Board Certified Teachers to lower the student-teacher ratio and give children more individualized attention. The bill (SB1479) gives these teachers and teachers who have received certain awards the freedom to used research based teaching techniques that go beyond the standard course of study. Health A bill that provides insur­ ance parity to people who re­ ceive mental health services was signed into law this ses­ sion. The bill (HB973), which I co-sponsored, requires in­ surance companies to cover bipolar disorder, major de­ pressive disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, post­ traumatic stress disorder, anorexia nervosa and buli­ mia and three other mental illnesses the same way that they treat physical illnesses. All other metal health condi­ tions will be covered for up to 30 inpatient7outpatient days and 30 office visits. Mental health parity has been de­ bated in the North Carolina Legislature for 15 years. 36 other states already offer some form of mental health parity. The bill is expected to save the state money spent by reducing the amount of money spent for public men­ tal health services. The General Assembly ratified a bill (HB265), which I co-sponsored, that would create a high risk insurance pool. The pool will help those who suffer from serious ill­ nesses and are often consid­ ered uninsurable have access to health insurance. These people are often forced to pay expensive premiums because of their illness. North Caro­ lina is the 35th state to enact such legislation. Environment North Carolina's natural resources will be better pro­ tected as a result of a bill that was ratified this session. The bill (SB1492) provides strict regulations for the construc­ tion of landfills including a statewide disposal tax and assurance of adequate fund­ ing to maintain, close, and provide post-closure mainte­ nance for a landfill. Compa­ nies were attracted to North Carolina for landfill sites because of the inexpensive land, its location on the east coast, and no surcharge on Blue Ridge Electric wins 3 national awards + perature ever recorded at the official US Weather Ser­ vice reporting station located next to the Mile High Swing­ Hugh Chatham Doctors Answer Your QttSpas JEROME T. WATSON, MD Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Dr. Watson: Families with patients needing rehabilitation services face an important choice. Registration Of course, close-to-home services are preferred for both inpatient and outpatient needs. August 16th 0 pm -J7:00 pm With all the HCMH rehabilitation services in Elkin, families find transporting, and visiting patients much more convenient than driving an hour or more to metropolitan centers offering the same services. Location: Dancing Debbie's Studio Little's Health Fitness Building Radio Hill- West Jefferson Ages 3 to Adults are invited to Join For more info call 846-8373 Please bring $25 Registration Fee and 1st month's class fees 7\ske County V^/orskip Center /Announces mm There are other considerations and questions to ask a rehabilitation facility about its programs. For answers to these and other questions, please feel free to call our center at (336) 527-7070. Monday, /August 13 at 7:00 pm Church Located on: Ray Taylor Rd West Jefferson, NC Ibr More Info Call Fastor CkucLc at 336-846-1189 Questions to Ask: 1. Does the program specialize in rehabilitation? 2. Is the program accredited? 3. Is the program's director a board certified specialist in rehabilitation? ogram provide 4. Does the pro, continuum of care? 5. Does the program provide wide range of services? 6. Can the program handle difficult rehab cases? 7. Has the program demonstrated simss in trottingyour conditicrf 8. How successful is the program in returning patients home? 9. Is the staff involved in continuing education for their specialties? 10. Are family members involved in the program? Revival - Campmeeting Style Sunday) /\ugust I£ at 6:OOpm During Commissioner Long's tenure in of­ fice, the Department of In­ ey over the surance has distributed a last 18 years, and I intend total of $64,460,445.98 to to continue supporting our date in grant money to fire fire and rescue organiza­ and rescue departments tions across this great state. across the state. The total Congratulations to the War­ amount of grants approved rensville Volunteer Fire & for Ashe County to date is Rescue Dept., Inc." $1,253,364.53. program?" ing Bridge on Grandfather Mountain was 83 degrees set August 22,1983 and again on July 26, 2005. Dancing Debbie's f The General Assembly created the Volunteer Rescue/EMS Grant Fund in 1989 to help volunteer units raise money for equipment and supplies. The funds are matching grants - the state matches dollarfor-dollar, up to an approved amount, monies raised lo­ cally to purchase neces­ s a r y equip­ m e n t . rehabilitati Registration for New Dancers The high temperature reading of 80 degrees on Au­ gust 8 broke the daily high temperature record of 79 de­ grees set in 1979. A warm 79 degrees record­ ed on August 7 broke the dai­ ly high temperature record of 77 degrees set in 1980. The all time highest tern- to provide departments like this one with much-needed funds to continue their good work," Long said. "We've done a lot of good with this mon­ "How should I choose a Another record temp GRANDFATHER MOUN­ TAIN, NC, Aug. 9—For the third day in a row the daily high temperature record was broken at Grandfather Moun­ tain. A high of 81 degrees broke the previous record for August 9 of 79 degrees set in 1979. pensions of elected officials who are convicted of a viola­ tion involving public corrup­ tion or election law. We also made changes to the State Government Ethics Act (HB 1110 and HB 1111) to make government proceedings more transparent to the pub­ lic. The Governor signed both Thursday morning. Public Safety The General Assembly also ratified and Gov. Easley signed into law a bill to pro­ tect our children from Inter­ net sexual predators. The bill (HB29) will require recidivist sexually violent predators to enroll in a satellite-based monitoring system for life. We also protected victims of domestic violence with a bill (HB46) that provides secure areas separated from the court room where victims can wait until their trial is heard. Another bill (HB47) makes it a felony to violate a protective order related to a domestic violence case while in posses­ sion of a deadly weapon. Warrensville VFD gets grant RALEIGH—Insurance Commissioner and State Fire Marshall Him Long has announced that the Warrens­ ville Volunteer Fire & Rescue Dept., Inc. has received a $6,193.47 grant from the State of North Carolina. "Fire and res­ cue personnel are on the front lines of responding to emergencies and protecting us ev­ ery day," Com­ missioner Long said. "The b r a v e r y shown by these men and women should be supported with the best equipment and supplies needed to do their jobs right and do it safely. But too often our volunteer Lenoir, North Carolina (August 8, 2007) - Ridge Electric Membership Corporation recently departments struggle for received three honors in the 2007 "Spotlight on Excellence" awards program in Miami, Flor­ money." "I am proud that we have ida, sponsored by the Council of Rural Electric Communicators. Susan Simmons (right), electronic communications manager, received an Award of Excellence in the Best Website this grant program in place category relating to the "Energy Tips" mini website within www.BlueRidgeEMC.com. Renee Whitener (left), director of public relations, received an Award of Merit for Best Advertising Program for the "Operations Round Up® Introduction Campaign." Grey Scheer, director of community relations, also won an Award of Merit in the Best Total Communication Program for the "Operations Round Up® Introduction Campaign."The Spotlight awards competition is an annual event recognizing the top-rated communication and marketing efforts by electric cooperatives and related organizations. Electric cooperative communicators and marketing professionals submitted 830 entries in 19 separate categories in the Spotlight on Excellence program, now in its 19th year. Faculty members from the University of Missouri - Columbia and the University of Southern Mississippi judged the entries. garbage. The bill will protect the state's ground water sup­ ply and plants and animals in surrounding areas. Energy North Carolina will be the first state in the South East to adopt a renewable energy standard if Gov. Easley signs the energy bill into law. The bill (S3) requires North Caro­ lina utility providers to obtain 12.5 percent of retail electric­ ity from renewable energy. It also provides a phaseout of the tax on the sale of energy to farmers and manufacturers. The bill is expected to help cut pollution, greenhouse gas levels, and our dependence on foreign oil. Ethics We have continued our ef­ forts to improve ethical stan­ dards in government. Under a bill (SB1218) ratified by the General Assembly, Can­ didates who have been con­ victed of a felony would have to disclose that information when running for office. An­ other bill (SB659) forfeits the Learn why Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital physicians are the region's choice for rehabilitation services. For more information, and answers to other health care questions, log on to www.hughchatham.org. This advice column is just a guide and does not replace an actual visit to your physician's office. Depending on your particular situation, the comments written here may not apply. QHugh H Chatham I Memorial Hospital Our Region's CHOICE for TECHNOLOGY & CARE (336)527-7000 • 180 Parkwood Drive • Elkin, NC 28621 • www.huglichatham.org o �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without ™ap«s without a government, I should not hesitate a moment t o prefer t h e latter. - - T h o m a s Jefferson, Editorial Reaping what we sowed in China PAGE 4 TUESDAY, AUGUST 14, 2007 Thanks from family To the Editor: Stewart Clay Miller 09-02-1949 to 07-19-2007 I would like to express a special note of thanks, love, It all looked so pretty on and more careful look at gratitude, kindness, and all these goods flooding our the spreadsheets. thoughtfulness in the recent The numbers added stores. loss of my husband, Stewart We would suggest there up beautifully. Cut wellClay Miller, who passed away paid, sometimes unionized is an inescapable fact: you Thursday, July 19, 2007. I want all of you to know American jobs and have get what you pay for. You what a blessing you were and your goods manufactured cannot expect people paid in China. The costs are kept starvation wages, some­ have been through my loss. Boone's Family Funeral low, so stock prices rise and times keep as prisoners or slaves to produce the sort Home for their kindness, it all works perfectly. And so American indus­ of quality that made "Made thoughtfulness, and the very caring and blessed manner try sowed jobs into China. in the USA" a watchword for consumers around the in which they handled the The once-proud "Made in the USA" began to disap­ world. For all the Bush services and the food. A very honorable and proud thank pear from stores, replaced Administration's talk of Thanks to everyone who ing attempts. These supposed "freedom," there is a fail­ you to the Lansing Ameri­ by the once-unknown "Made sent the beautiful flowers, the dry runs were no such thing. can Legion Post 275, Kermit in China." Here in North ure to realize that liber­ delicious foods, and the tele­ One was a leaky ice pack, Wilcox, for his prayer and the other was some Wiscon­ Carolina, textiles went first, ty must be valued in the phone calls. special recognition of Stew­ rapidly followed by the fur­ marketplace as well as art, Johnny Eldreth, Bill Da­ Thanks to Jefferson Flo­ sin cheese in a suitcase with niture industry. Here and the halls of government. vis, Richard Roe, and Lester and Linda Miller, Frankie rist for arranging the beauti­ some cell phone equipment. The TSA knew that these elsewhere, everything from We hasten to add this fact Jones, DAV Chapter 80, Tobe Farrington, Todd Miller, Pat ful flowers. to toys to tools to fur­ also escaped the Clinton Thanks for the condolenc­ were not some terrorist train­ food Gentry, John Gentry, and Al- Morgan, Jim and Ruth Royal, ing runs. Yet they still leaked niture suddenly began to Administration. vin Miller. VFW Post 7496, Gary and Wanda Simmison, es. a report that they were. Con­ Now our nation faces become from China. Our Love, David Sexton and Jim Bailey, Duane and Janice Penning­ Judy Miller veniently there is an upcom­ nation's big box retailers three options. One is to Fort Bragg 50th Signal Bat­ ton, Paul and Freda Hardy, ing vote on legalizing illegal God Bless each one of you were suddenly converted demand China improve talion, Sgt. Major Cromartie, Frank and Diane Parsons, spying called H.R.3138 that into Chinese trade centers. its health and safety stan­ Staff Sgt. Douglas Keegan, Geter and Juanita Blevins, now and always. the administration wants dards as well as human Sgt. Richard Adams, Special­ Bill and Delores Colona, Ter­ Thus we sowed. passed, and they are now us­ And now, in recent rights conditions, or stop ist Ryan Mack and Specialist ry and Glenda Wagoner, Terri ing this 'Dry Run' baloney to months, we have started to their goods on the docks. Michael Duncan, a very spe­ Blackburn, Sherry Weaver, induce the fear that they need cial gratitude and thanks to Lydia Miller, Deanne Lewis, reap pretty much what we The second is to rebuild to pass this horrible, against Beverly Lewis, Jo Ann Greer, deserve for valuing cheap American industry and let the JROTC. everything we are supposed these inferior goods become A thanks of respect and Carolyn Steelman, Joyce to stand for legislation. Fear prices over people's jobs a memory of the past. Third, dignity to the Ashe County Dishman, and Tom Shumate. To the Editor: and Fraud - what a concept and lives. Our nation is Once again, the Bush ad­ Sheriff's Department and the These are our closest loving and unfortunately the most to base your administration's starting to discover that ministration is up to she­ likely, is just to hope the Jefferson Police Department, friends. Their help and love policies on. Sounds a lot like there is a reason Chinese nanigans. They are using fear was deeply appreciated. the English Kings and Rus­ problem goes away when it for a job well done. prices are so cheap. and fraud to try and fool us. A very loving thanks to An appreciation thanks to sian Tsars of old to me. They Start with lead in toys— disappears from the nation­ First, just before a big vote on my family and Stewart's fam­ Dr. Leigh Bradley and staff are also known as Dictators. and the potential for brain al headlines. Iraq, they conveniently leak Regrettably, it will not. ily for all their love, help and for taking care of me through a report that states that an Do you support the fear and damage among young chil­ fraud method? If not, contact support. this loss. attack on US soil from Iraqi dren. Then go to contami­ We believe free people— your representatives today Thanks to Lisa Camp The pastors Keith Casey of insurgents is imminent. They nated and unsafe food. Or regardless of where they Mt. Jefferson Bhptist Church (Stewart's niece) for playing later admit they have no and let them know about how improperly made house­ live or who they are—will and John Crawford of Gap the piano and Frances Blevins proof that they can show us. you feel. Remember what hold products. The list goes always outproduce, out- Greek Baptist Church (Stew­ for her beautiful voice. Thomas Jefferson said "When One example °f usmg fraud on—and we venture to sug­ accomplish and outwork art's stepson) were a dear Thanks for the help of the to induce fear and get legis­ the people fear their govern­ gest that it will grow as those in chains. Recent blessing and gave us much pall bearers, Roger Miller, lation they don't want voted ment, there is tyranny; when our nation takes a harder - events bear this out. the government fears the needed encouragement, as we Frank Parsons, Devron Mill­ down. people, there is liberty." know Stewart has gone to be er, and the retired military. In their latest little esca­ Thanks to Racoon Holler pade, the TSA reported that with the Lord. Jeff Cannon A very loving thanks to Campground for their help terrorists have been conduct­ West Jefferson Jack and Frankie Treadway, and support. ing dry runs of airline bomb­ Jack Lee Treadway, Roger Letters to the Editor Up to no good Ashley Treatment: is it ethical or not? IT T l h a clear decision about inflt _ „1 Jnnlnion ohrtiir that. struation press my views, and I didn't During the last few months, It appears to be the best so­ or hav­ want to reveal my real name there have been many dis­ ing large since I use a pseudonym on lution for Ashley and her cussions on news programs family; however, I believe it breasts. my Web site. (television, newspapers, and I immediately felt shock should not become a routine Another the Internet) regarding a se­ treatment for disabled chil­ positive and disapproval when I first verely disabled 9-year-old girl dren. I can empathize with f a c t o r read a brief summary of known as "Ashley." Basically, Ashley's treatment because I Ashley's parents because my they con­ Ashley's brain did not devel­ parents are also my caregiv­ sidered in didn't understand how par­ op from the infant stage af­ Jefferson ents could submit their young ers which means we'll face slowing ter her birth, so she's unable down her daughter to unnecessary sur­ more challenges as we all age, to walk, talk, or move on her Pamela Blevins g r o w t h geries. I also wondered if it but having an alert mind, I own. In other words, she is to­ was that was ethical to medically hin­ wouldn't have wanted to have tally dependent on her care­ der a girl's natural growing my physical growth stopped. givers. Despite her brain im­ she would be easier to trans­ process. It's unsettling to me Is it ethical for family mem­ Member: (USPS 441-810) pairment, her physical body port, which would allow them to learn about more medical bers and physicians to decide N.C. Press Association was developing normally. Her to include her in more fam­ procedures being done on in­ how a child will mature is the Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. parents, as her caregivers, ily activities and trips. Her dividuals with disabilities to big question I have. To come Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. were faced with the daunting smaller size would also make radically change their lives to your own conclusion, read Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. challenge of how they would it possible for them to take or in some cases, end their the Ashley Treatment blog Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com continue to provide care for care of her at home instead of lives. Modern medicine has (http://ashleytreatment.spacSubscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ her as she grew bigger, so that placing her in an institution. ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new es.live.com/blog). I first learned about the improved many disabled lives was one of their main consid­ and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. tremendously, but can doctors erations they state on their Ashley Treatment when a Fox go too far? I definitely think Web site (http://ashleytreat- News employee who worked they can and sometimes do. Editor - Jim Thompson Express your views ment.spaces.live.com/blog) for the Geraldo At Large show Publisher - Cabot Hamilton However, I am not sure for their decision in having contacted me via e-mail to ask this treatment was unethi­ Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop The editorial page of the Ashley undergo a never per­ for my comments regarding cal in Ashley's case because Jefferson Post is available, formed medical procedure the issue since I was an adult after reading her parents' free of charge, for readers Assistant Editor Linda Burchette to express their views. All that has come to be known as with disabilities. I was skep­ blog, I believe they felt they Production Manager Coy Powers tical that the e-mail actually it takes is a letter to the the "Ashley Treatment." were doing what was best for Graphic Artist/Webmaster Wendy Cole editor. The subject of the The primary goal of this came from Fox News until I their child. What bothered me Sports/General News Reporter Michael Graybeal called the station and learned letters should be a matter controversial treatment was the employee did work there, most about their Web site is Business Manager Sandra Osborne of community interest and to stunt Ashley's growth, and I also did additional that they seem to advocate should be limited to 700 Receptionist. Kelly Blevins which her parents and doc­ checking on the Internet. Ap­ the Ashley Treatment for oth­ words. Advertising Sales Teresa Roark Laws tors believed would make her Letters must be signed parently, the employee found er "pillow angels" (children Advertising Sales Ashley Calhoun quality of life better. In 2004, with an address and my cerebral palsy Web site, who have minimum cognitive Ashley began the treatment skills like Ashley). Even if this phone number for verifi­ consisting of a hysterectomy, and that's how she knew I treatment is right for chil­ Mailroom Department cation purposes. Only the was disabled. After I sent her breast bud removal, and highLinda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, writer's name and com­ dren who have the mentality dose estrogen therapy. Accord­ my opinion about the Ashley of an infant, this first step munity will be published. Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, ing to the Ashley Treatment Treatment, she e-mailed me Letters must not be libel­ might open the door in allow­ Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. blog maintained by her par­ again and stated that a cam: ing children with less severe ous and no poetry will be ents, their main concern was era crew would be sent to my cognitive disabilities or with accepted for publication. Postmaster, send address changes to: Please address: To the to provide Ashley with a com­ home the next day if I was only physical challenges to Jefferson Post Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. fortable life. They felt if she willing to share my thoughts undergo measures to prevent P.O. Box 808 Box 808, West Jefferson, stayed small, she would have on Geraldo At Large. I de­ them from developing into a West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 NC 28694 or email to less bed sores since she is in clined the tempting offer to be physically mature adult. jthompson@jeffersona lying position most of the on national television because Is the Ashley Treatment my speech impairment would post.com. All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson limes Inc. time, and she wouldn't have have made it difficult to ex­ ethical? I haven't reached and may not be reproduced without permission. to endure the pain of men- �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, AUGUST 14, 2007 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT Tribute continued from front page restricted to a wheelchair will be allowed to park at the Armory, and no parking will be allowed in the ball field areas of Family Cen­ tral. Shuttle schedules will be announced next week. Immediately after lunch, all military will be shuttled from the Armory to Family Central to join their spous­ es, families and supporters. Veterans and troops are invited to bring their me­ mentos from their time in the military as tables will be set up at both the Ar1 mory and Family Central for these special scrapbooks, newspaper articles, medals, and photographs. All veter­ ans are encouraged to wear their uniforms, or any part that still fits. Local businesses are be­ ing asked to offer specials for those with military or veteran's ID cards during the week of Aug. 20-25. This can be in the form of dis­ counts or free items, and is entirely at the discretion of the business owner. Parker Tie is sponsoring the West Jefferson Lion's Club in putting up American flags for the week, while every­ one is encouraged to hang their own flags as a show of support. Classroom teachers are encouraged to focus on pa­ triotism next week in the form of art, writing, special projects and discussions, in­ cluding inviting a veteran or troop who is home on leave to speak to the students. Churches across the county have already begun making arrangements for special programs honor- sing, and to bring their own short DVD patriotic films. A stage for musicians will be set up in front of the bleachers thanks to Jerry Smith. All musicians are encouraged to bring bands and individual performers and join in this show of sup­ port. Photos from anyone in­ volving veterans and troops taken the week of Aug. 19 need to be sent in for a slideshow that will be on the screen at Family Cen­ tral Aug. 25. Events on the 25th will include special recognition of World War II and Ko­ rean veterans, food, speak­ ers, military equipment and personnel, announcement of the winners of the Jur­ ied Patriotic Art Exhibition, communications with Army, Navy, Marine, Air Force and National Guard troops, a special show of patriotic quilts for the veterans now in Ashe County nursing homes, civil war re-enactors, music, and a show of appreciation and support for the military. Thanks to Larry Phipps providing the diagrams and dimensions of the field, there will be mem­ bers of the Green Beret Parachute Team perform­ ing. At dark, fireworks will fill the sky, courtesy of the Ashe County Board of Com­ missioners. Volunteers are needed in every aspect of the event, whether helping with food, children's activities, the art show, registration, pro­ grams or technical volun­ teers. Michael Sheehan, for­ mer producer for UNC-TV, from the website www. AsheCountyArmedForces. org, with Brian Lambeth in charge of the webcast. UNC-TV will have a report­ er present and will broad­ cast excerpts on Wednesday, Aug. 29 at 7:30 p.m. The special edition news­ paper that will list all vet­ erans and troops who have submitted forms will also have information on each of the scheduled events. Dead­ line for ads is Wednesday, Aug. 15. Sandy Shatley of Carolina Printing and Don Sloan with the Chamber of Commerce tourism depart­ ment are pulling this to­ gether for insertion in the Aug. 24 edition of the Jeffer­ son Post with support from Publisher Cabot Hamilton and staff of the Post. Contributions of ham­ burgers, hotdogs, chips, pa­ per goods, drinks and all the sides are needed. Sponsors for the meal at the Armory and expensive production costs are being sought, with advertising on the large screen, the webcast, and on the DVD that will be avail­ able in October and in all media. "This tribute is a non­ partisan, non-political event to show our veterans and troops that the not-so-silent majority of Ashe County and northwestern North Carolina supports and ap­ preciates them simply be­ cause we are Americans," said Vicky Moody. "The goal of the Jeffersons Rotary Club Foundation's Ashe County Armed Forces Trib­ ute is to recognize, respect and honor veterans and ac- Helping others be mobile Glenn Miller, the owner of Meineke Car Care Center presenting Dr. Jim Taylor, Board Member and Puppy Trainer, a check for $250 for New Life Mobility Assistance Dogs (NLMAD). Shown also is Phoebe, who will become an assistance dog for Bob Breland who is a resident of Ashe County. Jim and his wife Sue, volunteers for New Life since 2000, have just begun ac­ cepting donations to cover the cost that NLMAD needs to raise for the agency for Bob's dog. NLMAD is a nonprofit organization and checks should be made out to NLMAD and sent to 1255 Wildcat Ridge, Deep Gap, NC 28618. Blue Ridge Brutal 100 coming soon The 17th annual Blue Ridge Brutal 100 bike ride, a fund raising event for the Ashe Civic Center, will be held August 18, 2007, beginning at 8 a.m. The ride tours two northwest North Carolina Counties (Ashe and Alleghany) and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Beginning and ending at the foot of Mount Jefferson in West Jefferson, North Carolina, the ride offers 100 miles of varied and challenging terrain. This year's ride will offer a 100 mile and a 50 mile option and a Metric Century. A ride map, cue sheet, 2006 results, and on-line registration are available at www.ashecivic.com. If you have ridden this ride in the past you are in for an upgraded challenge this year! Railroad Grade Road has been replaced with the more challenging climb over Laurel Knob. The Assault on Mount Jefferson returns this year; it is already at capacity, but a waiting list is being maintained. Fees for the Blue Ridge Brutal 100 are only $45. This all inclusive rate guarantees the fol­ lowing: the fully supported ride option of your choice, tee shirt, and hot pasta meal, catered by Michael's 102 North, home-made dessert, and beverage. We will even have live Appalachian Mountain music on site throughout the lunch hour. Also back again this year is the Blue Ridge Brutal 100 Racing Jersey. This state of the art jersey is manufactured by Champion and features a full color, front and back depiction of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the "Brutal." The Blue Ridge Brutal 100 is a fully supported ride with seven rest stops, three mussette stops for the fast pack, Ham Radio, Ashe County Rescue Squad, and SAG Wagon support. To register for the ride, to order the jersey, or for more information, please visit our website at www.ashecivic.com. Or call us at 336-846-ARTS. Joe Young Memorial Tournament Photo courtesy of Vicky Moody Visitors to the Ashe County Armed Forces Tribute on Saturday, Aug. 25 at Family Central can get their picture taken in the cockpit of an F4 Phantom and take home an 8x10 photo of themselves "in the danger zone!" ing their service members. Youth groups are encour­ aged to set up tables at Family Central for children to make cards to send to troops who are deployed, and to help plan activities for the kids throughout the day of Aug. 25. Sunday school classes are encour­ aged to help with food and to bring a table and tent to set up their own version of 'thank you'. Each church is encouraged to bring quar­ tets, duos and soloists to independent TV producer, former Marine and Ashe County property owner will be coordinating the commu­ nications with the troops as they are displayed on a large screen on the soccer field. Cameramen will film the event live and record it to produce a DVD of the event. Ashe County's own Jody Miller of High Soaring Productions will be handling sound and the big screen. The event will be broad­ cast on a live video stream tive service members from all branches of the military for their great sacrifices. By giving their loyalty, time, effort and lives to our coun­ try, these men and women exemplify the Rotary motto 'Service above Self". A com­ munity effort is needed for a successful tribute, so please join us by sharing of your time, effort and financial support." For more information or to help with this event, call 977-1427. Ashe County Little Theatre presents GREATER TUNA Two actors play eleven real Texas "characters" Starring Tom Fowler and Robbie Franklin Produced by Jane Lonon Date: Sat., Aug. 18, 2007 Raindate: Sat., Aug. 25, 2007 Location: Ashe County Wildlife Club Skeet Field Shooting begins at 9:00 am Shooting 50 Skeet and 50 Sporting Clays Thanks to our Many Sponsors: Watauga Building Supply Smokey Mt. Bar-B-Que Sturgill Tree Farms Roe's Plumbing XCEL Builder's, Inc Jefferson Rent All Fish Tales 1 Empire Body and Paint Center Eastern Printhead Repair, Inc. Bear Creek Community Beaver Creek Cafe Linklogs Outdoor Fireplaces, Inc. Ashe County Ford Co. First Citizen's Rank Yadkin Valley Bank Radio Hill Sales Mountain Welding Company Creative Printers, Inc. Miller Logging and Hauling Boone Family Funeral Home John Rundell Miller Insurance Agency Townsend Excavation and Construction Big Dave's Automotive Appalachian Mountain Mortgage, Inc. Burgess Furniture Co. American Emergency Vehicles Duncan Gun Shop Ashe County Builder's Supply O'Reilly Auto Parts The Jefferson Post Mike Neaves Trucking, Inc. Priscilla L. Norris, CPA Deerwood Park R.L. Roten Woodworking G. & G. Wagoner Farms, LLC Virginia Carolina Concrete Parker Tie Company Guardian Insurance Agency Gates Corp. Shatley Paving Current Chiropractic Clinic PC Premiere Properties GMAC Real Estate Larry Davidson C.C.S. Inc. Yamaha of Jefferson Jefferson Drug Cypress Creek Hunting Lodge Dollar Brothers Carhartt Blue Ridge Golf Carts Adams Building Supply Costumes by Cheryl Roberts Aug. 24, 25, 26, 31 and Sept. 1, 2, 2007 Fridays & Saturdays 7:30 pm; Sundays 2:00 pm ASHE CIVIC CENTER • mvr<T Adults: $10 Students: $5 Reserved Seat Tickets Available at the Ashe Arts Center Call (336) 846-ARTS Cash Prizes and Trophies will be Awarded in Mens, Ladies & Youth Classes. For more information call 846-74C5 or 877-2262 �PAGE 6 TUESDAY, AUGUST 14 200 ports E-mail us: M gray Tuesday - August 14 Women's Tennis HOME (Scrimmage) vs Mt Tabor and East Wilkes 4 p.m. Thursday - August 16 Women's Tennis HOME (Scrimmage) vs Elkin 4:30 p.m. JV/Varsity Volleyball HOME (Scrimmage) vs Elkin 4:30 p.m. Men's Varsity Soccer HOME (Scrimmage) vs Elkin 6 p.m. Friday - August 17 Varsity Football AWAY at West Wilkes 7:30 p.m. (NCHSAA Endowment Game) Saturday - August 18 Varsity Soccer at the Blue Ridge Jamboree at Henry Fork Soccer Complex, Hickory This week in Husky sports ffersonPost.com Huskies football starts season with scrimmage by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor On this past Saturday, the Huskies football program hosted a scrimmage at Ashe County High School and com­ peted with East Wilkes High School and also Fort Chiswell High School from Virginia. The varsity Huskies were able to battle strongly with their two opponents and pro­ duced satisfactory results on both sides of the ball. On the defensive side, the Huskies only permitted one touchdown the entire day, which came from the hands of East Wilkes in the last series of the day. On the at­ tacking side of the ball, the Huskies were able to show their strengths on offensive by scoring numerous touch­ downs to provide a promis­ ing outlook on the upcoming season. Following the scrimmage on Saturday, the Huskies coaching staff was able to comment that they discov­ ered weaknesses on both sides of the ball and are going to address them this week during practice. Members of the coaching staff also stated that the scrimmage allowed them to see which players can perform certain tasks and roles. The scrimmage came six days before the Huskies' Sea- son Opener in Miller's Creek as the Huskies travel to West Wilkes High School on Friday to face the Blackhawks in an NCHSAA Endowment Game. West Wilkes, who are for­ mer members of the Moun­ tain Valley AA Athletic Con­ ference, has always provided an exciting game when they have been matched up with the Huskies. Kickoff Friday is at 7:30 p.m. The Huskies follow up their game with West Wilkes the following week with a rare circumstance. On Thursday evening, the JV Huskies open up their season by hosting the Watauga Pioneers with the game starting at 7:00 p.m. The varsity Huskies fol­ low the JV game with anoth­ er home game on Friday. On Friday, the Huskies will host another former member of the Mountain Valley AA Ath­ letic Conference with their home opener for the 2007 season. The West Caldwell Warriors will be traveling to Ashe County High School for the game on Friday, August 24 with kickoff at 7:30 p.m. The Huskies are hoping to improve their impressive Post photo by Michael Graybeal MVAC * Co-Champions 9-3 Huskies' head coach, Bill Strong addresses and congratulates the Varsity Huskies after an impressive performance on season this year and will open Saturday during the scrimmage. conference play on Septem­ ber 28 with the Ashe County High School Homecoming Ceremonies. #11 Ethan Graybeal catches a pass from quarterback Daniel Wain for a first down on Saturday. Post photo by Michael Graybeal Dakota Price (#33) follows the blocking by Aaron Scott (#5) and gains yards for the Huskies' offense on Saturday. Los Arcoiris finishes season in second place Post photos by Michael Graybeal Above: Ryan Shepherd, a linebacker for the Huskies deliv­ ers a hit to the quarterback for East Wilkes on this play. Below: A host of Husky tacklers bring down East Wilkes' ball carrier for little gain on the play. Post photos by Kweta Danner The Los Arcoiris restaurant soccer team finished the La Michoacana soccer league in second place after a tough loss Sun­ day in the championship game. Above: The team takes time prior to the match to pose for a picture. Bottom Left: Leonardo Garcia battles for possession in the midfield. Bottom Right: Genaro Leon moves the ball down field during a scoring at­ tack for Los Arcoiris on Sunday. �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7 TUESDAY, AUGUST 14, 2007 SPORTS App football intrasquad scrimmage report by Appalachian Sports Information August 11,2007-BOONE, N.C. - Appalachian State University football closed the first week of fall camp with an intrasquad scrimmage on Saturday afternoon at Kidd Brewer Stadium. The Mountaineers went through 11 full series and seven red-zone series dur­ ing the two-hours and fifteen minutes scrimmage. The highlights were split fairly evenly between ASU's offen­ sive and defensive units. In the 11 full series, the offense scored three touchdowns and drove for three field goals, while the defense scored a touchdown of its own, forced two turnovers and blocked a field goal. Below are highlights from the first full scrimmage of the season. • SERIES NO. 1 As it has most of the week, Appalachian's offense moved the ball with precision on its first drive, capped by a 40yard touchdown pass from Armanti Edwards to Hans Batichon. Edwards set up the score with his feet with a 25yard run early in the series. • SERIES NO. 2 CoCo Hillary once again dis­ played the impressive speed and athletic ability that has made him one of the biggest stories of camp thus far by taking a short pass from Ed­ wards and turning it into an exciting 35-yard gain. Hill­ ary's jaunt set up a 33-yard field goal by Julian Rauch. • SERIES NO. 3 The defensive front began to put pressure on the offensive backfield, as Tim Washing­ ton's pass rush on the first play of the series led to a pass break-up by Seth Breitenstein and freshman Jabari Fletcher knocked down a pass at the line of scrimmage to force the offense to settle for a 41-yard field goal byRauch. • SERIES NO. 4 Walter Payton Award candi­ date Kevin Richardson paid for a first-down run early in the drive when he got popped by linebacker Jacque Ro­ man and cornerback Jerome Touchstone. A penalty and sacks by defensive ends Jus­ tin Johnson and Washington lead to the first defensive stop of the afternoon. • SERIES NO. 5 As he's become known for do­ ing, Buck Buchanan Award candidate Corey Lynch blocked a 53-yard field goal attempt by Rauch to squelch the drive. • SERIES NO. 6 The defense continued its strong play when backup quarterback Trey Elder and true freshman wide receiver Brian Quick appeared to get their signals crossed, which allowed Josh Davis to tip a pass intended for Quick into the hands of true freshman linebacker D.J. Smith, who returned the interception 30 yards for a defensive touch­ down. App golf takes second place by Appalachian Sports Information SOUTHERN PINES, N.C. « Appalachian State Univer­ sity women's golfer's Brooke DeHart and Jordan Kreuter carded rounds of 68 and 70 to place second among 55 teams at the 30th-annual Carolinas Women's Four-Ball Champi­ onship, played this week at Mid Pines Inn and Golf Club. Both coming into their sophomore seasons at ASU, DeHart and Kreuter's six-under-par showing was just five strokes behind the winning score of 133 fired by backto-back champions Laura Crawford (Wake Forest) and Blythe Worley (South Caro­ lina). The tournament was played in temperatures well over 100 degrees on the par72, 5,853-yard course. DeHart and Kreuter open the 2007-08 collegiate season with the Mountaineers at the Draper Intercollegiate, host­ ed by ASU on Sept. 10-11 at Draper Valley G.C. in Draper, Va. • SERIES NO. 7 Cornerback Cortez Gilbert and middle linebacker Chris Johnson teamed up to break up a pass attempt on third down, but Rauch hit his third field goal of the day, a 54-yarder that cleared the crossbar with plenty of room to spare. • SERIES NO. 8 On the first play of the series, Lynch isn't fooled by an outand-up route and stepped in front of Edwards' pass for an interception. Lynch pitched the ball to fellow safety Titus Howard, who came up just 15 yards short of another defen­ sive score. • SERIES NO. 9 The series begins with more defensive highlights. In his first defensive action of camp, wide receiver/line­ backer Chase Laws recorded a sack. Later in the drive, Smith nearly picked off his second pass of the afternoon but couldn't keep the handle on the ball and defensive tackle Anthony Williams made one of the best plays of the afternoon when he fend­ ed off a defender with one hand and tackled Richard­ son with the other. However, Hillary gained 29 yards on consecutive plays by turning a short pass into a 20-yard gain and taking a handoff for nine yards, with only Lynch standing between him and a touchdown. Devon Moore's 24-yard run set up first-andgoal on the eight and two plays later, Edwards scored on a six-yard gallop. • SERIES NO. 10 In his first action since re­ turning from a hamstring injury that kept him out of most of the first week of prac­ tice, redshirt freshman Matt Cline broke off a powerful 13-yard run. But that would be all the offense would mus­ HCDGC weekly results, standings ter, thanks to a Fletcher sack and a near interception by Davis. • SERIES NO. 11 Going back to his roots in the backfield, tight end/running back Trey Hennessee bar­ reled for 12 yards on the first play. The offense converted a pair of third downs on the drive, the first when Trey El­ der found his brother Blake Elder for a 15-yard gain on third-and-nine and the sec­ ond when Cline hauled in his second catch of the drive on third-and-two. The conver­ sions set up the play of the day, a perfectly executed fade pass from Elder to Quick for a nine-yard touchdown. The 6-5 Quick went up and over 5-11 Gilbert for the high­ light-reel score in the corner of the end zone. • RED ZONE SERIES The scrimmage closed with seven red-zone series, with the offense getting the ball on the 25 yard line going in on the first five drives and on the 10 yard line on the other two. The offense scored touchdowns on four of the seven series with Richard­ son, Batichon, Cline and Quick all recording scores. The defense earned three stops, with Justin Johnson snuffing out a screen pass on third down to end one series and big freshman defensive tackle Gordy Witte falling on a Trey Elder fumble in the end zone to squelch the final scoring opportunity. Appalachian returns to the practice field on Mon­ day for another full week of preparation for defense of its back-to-back NCAA Division I national championships. Black and Gold fans will have the opportunity to see the Apps in person next Sat­ urday at ASU's annual Fan Fest, beginning at 4 p.m. at Kidd Brewer Stadium. 1 2 2 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 17 19 20 20 22 22 22 Todd Patoprsty Todd Rieger Doug Trimbach Daniel Quin Ben Whitehead Matt Bostic Todd Lion Ezra Gardener Harold Duvall Brian Felkel Michael Blowers Josh Lyalls Craig Colistra Matt Petrie Mel Jones David Mike Bennett Chris Roten Wendy Patoprsty Patrick Miller Scott Farkus Drew Dusty Farmer Scott Castle Total -78 -70 -75 -58 -51 -32 -31 -9 -20 1 -13 5 -17 -11 -9 -5 -5 5 13 1 -3 11 -3 4 Avg -9.8 -8.8 -9.4 -8.3 -6.4 -5.3 -7.8 -1.8 -10.0 0.2 -6.5 1.0 -4.3 -5.5 -9.0 -5.0 -5.0 2.5 6.5 1.0 -3.0 11.0 -3.0 4.0 Pts 80 78 78 68 50 45 33 26 25 19 18 17 15 13 11 7 6 6 5 4 4 2 2 2 Week 8 Winners 1st - Doug Trimbach/ Matt Bostic -13 2nd - Todd Patoprsty/ Daniel Quin -9 3rd - Todd Rieger/ Ezra Gardener -5 4th - Todd Lion/ Michael Blowers -5 4th - Ben Whitehead/ Matt Petrie -5 6th - Brian Felkel 0 7th - Chris Roten/ Josh Lyalls +5 P F J5r Pick the winner of the rgce & win $20! 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Call us at 846-7164 Wilkes Community % College Automotive Systems Technology Instructor For more information visit our website www.wilkescc.cclu 535-Commercial Property ing claims against the estate of said decedent to exhibit them to the undersigned at the ad­ dress below on or be­ fore the 12th day of November 2007, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of their recovery, All persons, firms and corporations indebted to the said estate will please make immedi­ ate payment to the un­ dersigned. This is the 14th day of August 2007. Denver C. Thompson,II Executor Estate of Earlene Houck Shepherd 9199 Grayson Greer Lane Sherrill's Ford, NC 28673 Robert A. Brinson Roberson Haworth & Reese, P.L.L.C. 300 North Main Street, Suite 300 Post Office Box 1550 High Point, NC 272611550 STATE of NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF ASHE Commercial Building in Lansing for R3nt, 1034 sq fett. $300 561-750-2399 Having qualified as Ad­ ministrator, CTA, of the estate of Ferris Eugene 1115Lane, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, Professionals this is to notify all per­ •d J:I rHTil i ki < sons having claims FOR HIRE against said estate to present the same to the undersigned to Let me help you Mark Ashley Lane, c/o to create VANNOY& REEVES, unique logos, PLLC, P.O. Drawer 67, brochures, West Jefferson, North business cards, Carolina 28694, on or booklets and before the 29th day of camera ready ads. October, 2007, or this Notice will b pleaded in High-end quality at bar of their recovery. All persons indebted to reasonable rates. said estate are re­ No job too big quested to make imme­ or too small. diate payment to the undersigned. 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COUNTY OF ASHE NOTICE ITORS but only an eye CRED- Having qualified as Ex­ ecutor of the Estate of Earlene Houck Shep­ herd, late of 4224 Cranberry Creek Road, Laurel Springs, NC 28644, the under­ signed does hereby no­ tify all persons, firms and corporations hav- RIF Reading Is Fundamental" Check Yearly See Clearly.® CLASSIFIEDS Land owners. Guarenteed. Home approvals. (336) 973-4462 Gates Corporation The world's most trusted name in belts, hose and hydraulics. to LOOKING TO BUY YOUR FIRST HOME?? Great package for first time buyer land home packages!! 336-973-4462 NEW GOVERNMENT LOANS!! New 3-4 Bedroom land/home packages. Qualifying hot line 336-973-4462 ZERO down. Land home packages. (336) 973-4462. mmm CAN'T TOUCH THIS!!! NEW MODELS DOUBLEWIDES, LAND/HOME No CREDIT!!! 1 ST T IME H OME B UYERS Q UICK A PPROVAL 336-973-4462 POSITION OPENING: Gates Corporation, Ashe County Division, currently has multiple openings for Cell Team Leaders in a Lean Manufacturing environment. The primary responsibility of the Cell Team Leader is to lead the Cell Team (8 to 10 operators) to achieve safety, quality, productivity, and cost goals and to lead the team in problem solving techniques to support improvement objectives in all these areas. The Team Leader role is a development position for a number of higher level opportunities, including Production Supervisor, Operation Manager, Planning & Logistics Manager, Quality and Process Improvement leadership positions. Successful candidates will spend the first 3 to 6 months training on all production jobs. Must be able to work any shift. Specific Job Duties: 1. Responsible for insuring that all Team members understand Plant and Cell goals and objectives and that Team members understand their individual roles and responsibilities toward achieving those goals. 2. Will track and report quality and production performance and will initiate corrective action to correct nonstandard conditions. 3. Will insure that communication of pertinent data is presented accurately and timely. 4. Will help establish and lead Cell improvement projects, utilizing Practical Problem Solving techniques and other tools and resources, as needed. 5. Will help determine and lead Kaizen opportunities. 6. Responsible for conducting 5 minute Pre-Shift Production Meeting to review safety, quality, delivery, and cost issues, and adjustments in manpower or work strategy. 7. Will occasionally fill in production slots to cover for vacations, absenteeism or to assist with training of new hires. 8. Must be willing to participate in training activities to continuously improve Team Leader skill sets. Education/Experience Requirement: Minimum High School diploma; College degree preferred Must have one or more years experience in leadership position. Skills Needed: Must have demonstrated Leadership skills, strong analytical skills, good organizational and computer skills. Must be able to effectively communicate with Team members, Support groups, and all levels of Management. Qualified applicants should submit resume via email to bdhowell@gates.com. Phone calls will not be accepted. An Equal Opportunity Employer �PAGE 9 TUESDAY, AUGUST 14, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Rainbow Center now offering foster cares WILKESBORO - Rain­ bow Center - Children & Family Services (RCCFS) is now licensed to provide Family and Therapeutic Fos­ ter Care to children in need of an alternative home. "Expanding into Foster Care was a logical next step to help us achieve our mis­ sion of providing a safe and secure, intact family envi­ ronment for children," says RCCFS Chief Operations Officer Clayton Cone. RCCFS became licensed to provide Family and Ther­ apeutic Foster Care in late January and is currently re­ cruiting foster families that can make a good home for a child. Cone continues to add, "Due to the shift in state mental health reform, we and I got others to believe too, even the court system, and ultimately my foster child. He is going to col­ lege today and still keeps in touch with me," says Gold. RCCFS is naming the Foster Care program Bridg­ es. Many names for the pro­ gram were considered and the RCCFS Board of Direc­ tors voted on this name. "Bridges is a good name for Foster Care because it is a visual of what we are trying to achieve, which is a connection, support, and a temporary walk with a child until she/he is reunited with their family or find a new family. I also like to use a new name to denote that we are a new and innovative way of thinking, continues Gold." foresee that many agencies will seek to place children in a smaller family-like en­ vironment. There are cur­ rently over 200 children in Foster Care in Wilkes Coun­ ty and not enough families to help them." Dori Gold was hired as the Director of Foster Care in February to implement the program. Gold has a background as a Foster Par­ ent and later a Director of Foster Care for an agency in Sarasota, FL. "I was a Foster Parent to a teenager who had a repu­ tation of being dangerous. Everyone had given up on him. He scared me at first, but something inside of me said have faith in this boy.... he is God's child. I believed in hope and the grace of God RCCFS is currently seek­ ing Bridging Parents to pro­ vide a safe and loving home for children placed in Fos­ ter Care. The program will train Foster Parents from Wilkes and surrounding counties. Gold has been busy com­ pleting extensive training to prepare her for instructing upcoming Foster Families. So far, she has completed Foster Home Licensing, Teaching Family Model, Deciding Together, Model Approach to Partnership in Parenting, Clinical Supervi­ sion for Mental Health Su­ pervisors, and Developing Foster and Adoption Parent Support Groups. Gold's vision for the Bridges Foster Care pro­ gram is "to be proactive and do what works best. I see RCCFS being the state of the art training and I see our Bridging Parents as be­ ing positive and seeing the possibilities rather than the limitations. This can be en­ hanced by offering valuable tools such as knowledge, growth, and supp.ort for our Bridging Parents when they might be having some chal­ lenges with a child. A big key to the success and the vision is availability of staff and a unique twist to things to make it fun and enjoyable. I know we at RCCFS can be a success by making our en­ vironment a better place for children in need." If you are interested in learning more about the Bridges Foster Care pro­ gram or would like infor­ mation about becoming a Bridging Parent please con­ tact Dori Gold at (336) 6673333 or dgold@rccfs.com. RCCFS offers an array of human service programs that include Residential Care (group homes), Fami­ lies at Home (in-home coun­ seling services), High Coun­ try First in Families, and most recently Family and Therapeutic Foster Care. The center is accredited by the Council on Accredita­ tion (COA) and is a member of the North Carolina Chil­ dren and Family Services Association, Wilkes Cham­ ber of Commerce, and Boone Area Chamber of Commerce. For more information about RCCFS, contact Koren Huskins at (336) 667-3333 or khuskins@rccfs.com. 4 1 H&J Lawn CALHOUN CLEARING & GRADING • Foundations • Drainage/Erosion Control • Land Clearing Lawn Services i Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and part time residents of Ashe County! 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SlzotxLaaf <Set^ RAPHX 336-982-5145 fireflycanoe@yahoo.com 'Ponds • Ditching •Driveways • Gravel, Mulch, Dirt Michael Pennington 336-385-2346 Mobile: 336-977-1312 usr SANITATION SERVICE -.Ulos Sanitation Se/v; ' William & Amy Phillips It's Finally Here! v A We are now f) A Private Trash Service accepting new for Ashe County! accounts Garbage Service includes: Weekly or Biweekly Pickup Residential, Light Commercial and Small Business Accepted Contact us at: 828-394-4944 or 828-292-3211 ' �PAGE 10 TUESDAY/ AUGUST 14, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Sheriff takes part in annual training conference Sheriff James Williams of Ashe County recently at­ tended the North Carolina Sheriffs' Association 85th Annual Training conference held in Sunset Beach, North Carolina with other Sheriffs and law enforcement person­ nel from across the State. Sheriff Williams said, "Our Annual Training Con­ ference allows North Caroli­ na's Sheriffs to discuss their experiences and learn from each other, as well as bring ourselves up-to-date on im­ portant law enforcement developments. My staff and I will use this knowledge to rity, and many other areas," including updates on new further serve and protect said Sheriff Williams. changes to criminal law and Also in attendance were procedures enacted by the Ashe County's citizens." "Sheriffs in every County Lieutenant Governor Bev­ 2007 North Carolina Gen­ of North Carolina are facing erly Perdue; State Auditor eral Assembly. Jones Loflin tremendous challenges in Leslie Merritt; Secretary of provided instruction to the carrying out their responsi­ the NC Department of Crime Sheriffs about professionally bilities for law enforcement Control and Public Safety, and personally balancing the and the safety of our citizens; Bryan Beatty; and Chair­ tremendous demands and maintenance and opera­ woman of the Governor's numerous opportunities en­ tion of local jails; recruiting, Crime Commission, Linda countered by Sheriffs in car­ training and maintaining Hayes; as well as members of rying out the duties of their talented personnel; work­ the North Carolina Supreme Office. Dr. Kevin Gilmartin ing with domestic situations, Court and Court of Appeals. presented leadership train­ At the Annual Train­ ing to the Sheriffs designed child abuse cases, serving civil papers, tracking sex of­ ing Conference, Sheriffs to encourage them to take fenders in the state, issuing discussed issues of inter­ charge of their lives in order weapons permits, court secu­ est to the Office of Sheriff, to physically and emotion­ ally survive a lifelong career in law enforcement, focusing on the management perspec­ tive. Lieutenant Don Ladd of the Durham County Sheriff's Office presented a workshop that provided Sheriffs with information on recognition of gangs and an introduction to the North Carolina GangNet system, a free software tool for recording and tracking data regarding gangs, gang members and their activities. The information from the da­ tabase is designed to provide documentation needed to ar­ rest and successfully pros­ ecute gang-related cases. Sheriff Ronald Hewett of Brunswick County and his staff were hosts for the Sher­ iffs' Association's Annual Training Conference. The Sheriffs' Association plans to hold their 2008 An­ nual Training Conference in New Bern, which will be hosted by Craven County Sheriff Jerry Monette. The Association Head­ quarters is located in Ra­ leigh, North Carolina. Edmond W. Caldwell, Jr. serves as Executive Vice President and General Counsel. Don't be taken in by real estate fraud, Cooper warns by Attorney Cooper General Roy With the real estate mar­ ket booming in recent years, many people have invested in real estate and property de­ velopments. The sales pitch­ es for these investments often promise high returns with virtually no risk. While many real estate opportunities are legitimate and live up to their promises, some are schemes set up to take advantage of investors. Recently, my office won a court order to stop a $100 mil­ lion real estate venture in the North Carolina mountains. A group of developers behind the proposed Village of Penland development in Mitchell County sold overpriced lots and promised consumers they could make a profit without having to invest any of their own money. This complicated scheme used inflated apprais­ als and phony second mort­ gages as down payments to get consumers to borrow mil­ lions of dollars to purchase property in the development. These developers used several different schemes to entice consumers to use their credit to purchase lots. In one scenario, the developers told consumers to apply for credit to buy ten lots for a total of $1.25 million and promised to buy back the lots at the same price within three years. Con­ sumers were told that these ten lots would then be de­ veloped and that they would receive $100,000 when each home sold. In other cases, developers asked consumers to buy 20 lots for $2.5 million. The developers promised to buy the lots back in two years and deed consumers an ad­ ditional 20 lots plus a house, which the companies said they would then rent from the consumer for $280,000 a year as a model home. Consumers were later told that the developers would not Attorney Cooper Post file photo General Roy be able to make the monthly mortgage payments as prom­ ised, leaving consumers stuck with large debts and no way to sell their lots for enough money to cover the loans. The developers have failed to com­ plete any part of the project and instead used the money to fund other failed projects in South Carolina and St. Thomas and to pay for trips such as a cruise to the Greek isles and a ski trip to Switzer­ land. To avoid being the next vic­ tim of one of these real estate schemes follow these tips: • Do your own research on the property and in­ vestment opportunity. In­ vesting in real estate should not be an impulse decision. Don't rely on the information that is provided to you by the developers or principals and instead do your own research on the property and the real estate market in that area. Check independent refer­ ences for the developers and builders to make sure they are reputable. • Get an independent appraisal to check the val­ ue of the property. Never rely on the appraisal of the HUD Property Report will in­ developer or seller. Hire an clude a disclosure statement independent appraiser, and outlining how the develop­ be sure to check that he or ment will be completed and she is a licensed appraiser in how services such as water the state where the property and sewer systems will be is located. provided. This same law, the • Consider having your Interstate Land Sales Full own attorney review the Disclosure Act, also provides closing documents before protections for consumers by you sign them to be sure that giving them a period of time everything is accurate and to cancel their purchase in above-board. You should not the development. sign a closing statement that • And remember, if the isn't entirely accurate. Don't opportunity sounds too agree to go ahead and sign good to be true, it prob­ something that isn't accurate ably is. even if the developer prom­ ises that he or she will "take Attorney General Roy care of everything" after the Cooper and his staff work closing. from January through • If the development in­ December to help consum­ volves more than 100 lots, ers make smart choices. ask for the HUD Property We are here to be of ser­ Report. Developers are re­ vice when you need us, quired to register projects but through consumer ed­ with more than 100 unim­ ucation efforts like these proved lots with the US De­ columns we hope to help partment of Housing and North Carolinians avoid Urban Development. The problems from the start. Restaurant finds new home Once, Michael Little walked the halls of Ashe Cen­ tral High School as a student. Now he has returned to his alma mater—better known these days as Family Cenowner of Morn- Humane Society holds grand opening Photo courtesy of Ashe County Chamber of Commerce The Ashe Humane Society recently held its Grand Opening recently and the Chamber of Commerce was there to formalize the event with a Ribbon-Cutting for the organization's Board Members and friends. In the photo are Jane Blackburn, Britta Roberts, Cathy Allinder holding Madison (dog), Dee Brock, Jeanne McChesney, Gail Blackburn, Beth Dixon (Chamber of Commerce Executive Director), Sharon Sweeney (President, Ashe Humane Society), Joan Croteau, Marsha Goforth, Suzanne Stay, Joyce Way, Wilma Haberl, Joy Viers, and Sue Hibbs. bore them by doing the same things over and over again. "The food can be just a little more upscale, nothing too much. Most of the time, I try to keep it simple though." Little said. "The absolute big­ gest factor for me is making move has been great," sure everyone's food is fresh Little said. "I loved the other and made to order. The next place, but I can be the Ashe tiling is making sure that it County native here that I is of the highest quality, that wasn't comfortable being is why I make almost every­ there or didn't have the time thing myself including the to be." salsa, breading my own chick­ Co-owned with parents en tenders, and buying locally Cliff and Miriam Little; the grown items." restaurant has kept the popu­ Breakfast is simple right lar items of the menu such as now. It includes the fare most the Herb Roasted (all white of Ashe County is used to. "We meat) Chicken Salad, The make a simple breakfast... Vegetarian Black Bean Burg­ country ham, sausage, bacon, er, the Ribeye Steak Sub, the biscuits, gravy, pancakes, waf­ Southwest, Caesar, and house fles, eggs, etc.," he said. "As salads and other favorites. He business increases, I will be also has brought back the di­ adding specials for breakfast, verse daily specials. "I have as well as offering muffins, a captive audience up here omelets, and other items. We and I want to live up to their take pride in making some­ expectations and try not to thing like I grew up on as well ' I® as what you grew up on!" Little added, "We offer extensive catering as well. Please call for any catering need, at any time, with almost any style menu." The Morning Star Cafi§ is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. v For more information please call 336-982-6676 (982MORN) In discussing the available services, Little replied, "There is so much up here that people do not even know about. ESC (Employment Security Com­ mission) is just one of them. They have joined forces with many agencies to put people in touch with jobs. Ashe Part­ nership for Children, Child Care Resource and Referral, A.S.H.E, (A Safe Home for Everyone) are also a few ex­ amples of what is available." For more information about Family Central's agen­ cies, check out: www.acpartnership.org/central.asp. . •> • 1 X 80™ BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION GYMNASTICS OF ASHE DEVELOPING YOUR CHILD'S FULL POTENTIAL! NEW Classes for Fall! • "Boys Only" Class! • Advance Tumbling Class! • "Cheer Bear" Class (for Ages 4-6) "Mommy & Me" Class (for Ages 1 - 2^) REGISTRATION Dates & Times www.GYMOFASHE.com •Saturday, August 11 •Monday, August 13 • Wednesday, August 15 BOYS & GIRLS- AGES 2.5 to 18 Guests celebrated under a large tent along the new river and enjoyed a catered supper, the menu included many of Mr. Allen's favorite foods like BB-Q, fried chicken, hushpuppies and chocolate cake. Live bluegrass music and a bon fire finished the celebration that evening. Mr. Allen's entire immediate family was present to share his birthday: his wife, Clare; his 84 year old brother, Jim, and his wife, Jewel; sons, Paul and Douglas; daughters-in-law, Diane and Karen; daughters, Rachel and Darlene; and grandchildren, Erica, Ashley, Heather, and Daniel. The party was a confirmed success when Mr. Allen's 19 year ol^ granddaughter said, "It's hard to believe that the best party I've #ver been to was an 80"' birthday party!" * Flexible Tuition Plans • Awesome Birthday Parties! 336-246-2460 • Carl Allen's 80th birthday party was more like an outdoor festival than a typical cake and ice cream celebration. Sixty family members and friends gathered on Saturday, August 4 at the Allen's West Jefferson home. 3 * West Jefferson, NC . « A ® Cr C- i I ™' . * �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 11 TUESDAY, AUGUST 14, 2007 COMMUNITY EVENTS Decorations, class reunions on this month's calendar Monday August 13 6 p.m.: The Ashe County Garden Club meets the sec­ ond Monday of each month at 6:00. The August meeting on August 13 will be at a local home and there will be a tour of the gardens. A covered dish dinner will be served. Members are asked to bring a favorite dish. Anyone who would like more information on the club may call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. Tuesday August 14 7 pm: Join Cub Scouts! Cub Scout Pack 214 is starting a NEW Scout year & we're invit­ ing YOU to be part of the FUN! Come for information and sign­ up at Westwood Elementary in the cafeteria. For boys grades 1 -5. Wednesday August 15 10-11 a.m.: Hard of Hearing People: Their Experiences and Techniques for Communication will be pre­ sented by Cynthia Harmon, a Hard of Hearing specialist with the N.C. Division for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing. Learn communication techniques to help people avoid the problems caused by hearing loss. 11 a.m.- noon and 1-3 p.m.: Hearing screenings will be conducted at the library by a trained and licensed DSDHH audiologist and are designed to indicate if a person might have a hearing loss. Thursday August 16 11 a.m.-4 p.m.: American Red Cross will hold a blood drive at the National Guard Armory in Jefferson. Friday August 17 1:30 - 4:30 p.m.: Organic Crops Rotation Workshop at the Upper Mountain Research Station in Laurel Springs. With a focus on "Organic Tomato Production and Farmscape Plantings for Beneficial Insect Habitat." Call 219-2650 for in­ formation. Saturday August 18 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Ashe County Girl Scouts will be hosting a Heritage Day at the Ashe Baptist Camp Ground. The Public is Welcomed to attend and all Girl Scouts are urged to attend. The cost of the event is $5.00 and please bring a bagged lunch. Anyone interest­ ed in registering for the upcom­ ing year or that has any ques­ tions in regards to this even can call Kim Eldreth at 384-4395. 2 p.m.: Come on out and explore life in the New River. Prepare to get wet as we identify the critters in the New River. Meet at New River State Park Wagoner Access at the park office, for this hour and half of fun. 2 p.m.: The 121st Annual Meeting of the Ashe Baptist Association will be held August 17 beginning at 2:00PM at Orion Baptist Church. This session will be hosted jointly with Orion and North Beaver Baptist Churches. On Saturday August 18 we will meet at Landmark Baptist Church at 9:00 a.m.. Scheduled to preach are Revs. Jack Miller, Art Eaton, Mac Arnold Jr and Chris Cox. All messengers, pastors and friends of the Ashe Baptist Association are invited to attend. 5:30 p.m.: A campaign fundraising picnic will be held for Sen. Steve Goss at West Jef­ ferson Town Park. Tickets are $10 which will provide a hot dog dinner and a chance at a Stephen Shoemaker print, a gift certificate from Michael's 102 North, or a gift from Ana Maria's Gift Shop. Rep. Cullie Tarleton will conduct an auction. Chil­ dren under 12 admitted free. Tickets can be purchased at the door or call Melba Jones at 846-9068 or Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. Riverview Lions Club invites everyone to their 9th annual Festival by the River. A day of family fun, Pig Pickin', Crafts and Entertainment, Music all day. New River Rubber Ducky Race (begins at 2 p.m.) $1000 to the first place winner, 5 addi­ tional $100 prizes. Winning ducks to be drawn, you don not have to be present to win! Located at Riverview Community Center, 11719 NC Hwy 88 W. Near Rich Hill Rd. in Creston. Noon: Blue Ridge Birders will have its 10th anniversary picnic and meeting at Jim and Alice Keighton's home. All per­ sons who are interested in birding are invited to join the group for a pot luck luncheon at noon. Those interested in birding before the picnic should plan to arrive at 10 a.m. For direc­ tions and further information, contact Jim at 336-373-5908, Peter Zwadyk at 982-8062 or brbirders @ skybest.com. 6 p.m.: The Beaver Creek High School Class of 1997 will celebrate its 10th anniver­ sary with a party at Doughton Hall in Laurel Springs. 4-7 p.m.: Bethany United Methodist Church will hold their annual fall pork barbe­ cue. The meal will consist of fresh pork barbecue, coleslaw, baked beans, and dessert. The cost of the meal is $7.00 for adults and $5.00 for children under 12. Food will be served in the fellowship hall from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. Call 877-2801 for advance tickets and more infor­ mation. Sunday August 19 Decoration at the Johnson Family Cemetery. You are invited to come by anytime that day to show your respect. The Cemetery is located at the Hartsog Farm on Hwy 88 West in Creston. Everyone is Welcome! Donations for the upkeep and to help fund the latest expan­ sion of the cemetery can be made to: Mrs. Mildred Graybeal Bx 2550 Big Laurel Rd. Creston, NC 28615 at Brown Decoration Cemetery and Homecoming Day at Rich Hill Methodist Church. Everyone is asked to bring a picnic lunch which will be served at the church at noon. Preaching service will be at 2 p.m. following lunch. All former members, families and friends of Rich Hill Methodist Church are invited to attend. First Annual Decoration at Riverview Primitive Baptist Church cemetery. Church ser­ vices to begin at 10:30 a.m. Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church will be having their revival August 19-22 with Dr. Clayton Cloer, the Senior Pastor from First Baptist Church of Central Florida. Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church invites everyone to come and Learn tax preparation: be blessed through music and praise as Bro. Clayton Cloer brings us a message that is sure to revive your hearts! 1-3 p.m.: The McCoy Family Reunion will take place at Riverview Community Center. Drinks, ice, plates and utensils will be provided. Those who can, are encouraged to bring a covered dish. For questions, call 385-1565. 2 p.m.: Meet at the New River State Parks' Visitor Center at the US Hwy 221 Access for an informative look at small mouth bass fishing in the New River. Program starts at 2:00 pm and will last 45 minutes. 2 p.m.: Meet at New River State Park's Wagoner of­ fice at 2 p.m. for a guided tree identification hike. Learn to identify common trees by their bark and leaves. The hike will be approximately one mile long. Wear comfortable walk­ ing shoes. For directions or more information, please call our office at 336-982-2587. Wednesday Augi August 22 >.m.: CO 5:30 p.m.: Course in the fun­ damentals of real estate starts tonight at the Ashe Campus of Wilkes Community College. Phil Lewis is the instructor for the class, which will run through Dec. 17. For more infromation, call 846-2078. Saturday August 25 Ashe County Little Theatre presents Greater Tuna. This hilarious comedy features an eclectic band of citizens por­ trayed by only two performers. You will want to be part of the audience as Robbie Franklin and Tom Fowler bring the men, women, children and even ani­ mals of Tuna, Texas to the Civic Center stage. Evening shows will be offered on August 24, 25, 31, and September 1, with curtain at 7:30 nightly. Two Sunday matinees will be offered on August 26 and September 2, with curtain at 2:00. Reserved seating for Greater Tuna is available in advance from the Ashe County Arts Council. Tickets are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for students; they are now on sale at the Ashe Arts Center, either in person, or by phone at 336.846-ARTS. Credit cards are accepted. Poker Run to support Trade VFD. For more information, call 423-727-5488. Sunday August 26 Join Park Rangers at the Wagoner Road Access for this 2 hour float down the Wild and Scenic New River. The trip will take approximately 2 hours from beginning to end. You will learn some ba­ sic canoeing paddle strokes and other useful information to help you paddle safely. The Rangers will interpret many sights along the route. The trip will end with one of the local outfitters shuttling you back to the Wagoner Access Road. This trip is limited to 8 visi­ tors per trip, so please call the park office to have your name added to the list. The outfit­ ters charge a minimal fee for shuttling. Park phone number is 336-982-2587. and Rubber Ducky Race on lasts from 5:30-6:30. Location: Saturday, Aug. 18. This is a Cancer Resource Center at the fund raiser for local and dis­ Seby B. Jones Cancer Center. tant Lions charities. For more For more information call the information, call Barry Hass at Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer 977-8847. Center at (828) 262-4332. Alcoholics Anonymous The Pink Ribbon Program Group meets on Mondays Staying Strong Beyond and Thursdays at Jefferson Breast Cancer This program United Methodist Church at of pilates-based exercises is 7:30 p.m. - Closed Discussion designed to strengthen and and Saturday at noon - Closed create flexibility, balance and "Big Book Study" - All meetings physical empowerment for any­ are non-smoking. one with breast cancer, whether Narcotics Anonymous group newly diagnosed, in treatment, m Wednesdays and Saturdays or a survivor of several years. at 7:30 p.m. at Jefferson United Funded by a grant from the 7 p.m. Chestnut Hill Baptist Methodist Church. Church will be having a Fall The Episcopal Parish of Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Revival on Monday, Aug. 27 the Holy Communion will Komen for the Cure, Inc. Meets through Friday, Aug. 31. Rev. hold August services at St. twice weekly for six weeks Sherrill Wellborn and Rev. Mary's in West Jefferson. Holy starting Monday, June 11 at David Wellborn will be the guest Communion is celebrated at the Wellness Center.Class is speakers. 7 p.m. nightly. Special 8:30 and 10. Coffee hour imme­ offered Mondays, 12-1 and singing nightly. Rev. Randal diately followed the 10 service. Wednesdays, 6-7. Pre-registraGreene and the congregation For further information, call the tion is required as class size is limited. Call Kathie Billing to church office at 982-3076. invite everyone to attend. Choices for Sustainable pre-register and for more infor­ Living discussion course mation, (828) 262 0098.. offered at the West Jefferson Breast Cancer Support Appalachian District Health Coffee House Thursdays at Program Whether you have Department: The primary Care 6:30 p.m. Come learn with just been diagnosed with breast Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 others how easy it is to live cancer, or are in treatment or a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive more sustainably. One person recovery, or a survivor of sev­ health care and for treatment really can make a difference! eral years, this free support of acute and certain chronic For information call Gerry at program offers opportunities to the New River Earth Institute share issues specific to breast illnesses. Charges are based on a 336-877-1860 or visit www. cancer in a supportive and sliding fee scale by assessing NewRiverEarthlnstitute.org. understanding group. Funded income and number in family. Mountain Overtones Barber­ by a grant from the Tri Cities For information about our shop Chorus now meets Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for services or to enroll in a clinic or Thursdays at 7 p.m. at West the Cure, Inc. Meets twice a receive medical treatment, all Jefferson United Methodist month on 1st and 3rd Mondays. persons need to call 246-9449. Church. Doors open at 5pm for informal Art for the Health of It: Appointments are needed for sharing and opportunities to all clinics except General Clinic. Expressive Arts Therapy explore books and tapes in the Immunizations are given every For breast cancer survivors. Resource Room. Group lasts day, Monday - Friday without Through music, visual arts, from 5:30-6:30. Led by Carolyn appointments. movement, poetry and sto­ Carr, LCSW Location: Cancer Primary Care: Monday - Friday rytelling, we feel emotional Resource Center at the Seby B. Breast and Cervical Cancer release, inspiration, a sense of Jones Cancer Center For more Screening Clinic: Monday community and a remember­ information about any of these Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday ing of the beauty of life even in Family Planning, Maternity & the midst of our darkest hours. programs, call the Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday We somehow know that all is Pediatric Nurse Screening & not lost, and are rejoined to at (828) 262-4332. Watauga Wellness Cancer Dental Clinic: Days Vary hope. Each class will explore Program. A fitness program WIC (Supplemental Food a new expressive arts oppor­ Program for Women Infants for patients actively receiving tunity. You do not need to 'be and Children): If you are a cancer treatment or those an artist' to participate. Funded pregnant, breast-feeding or who have gone through treat­ by a grant from the Tri Cities postpartum woman, infant, or ment in the past year, as well child less than five years of Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for as spouses/caregivers. Meets age, and meet certain eligibility the Cure, Inc. Program. Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from guidelines, you may qualify to the 4th Monday at each month. 12:00 -1:00 pm at the Wellness participate in the WIC Program. Doors open at 5pm for infor­ Center. Call Beth Ann Syers at WIC is a special supplemental mal sharing and opportunities (828) 266-1060 for more infor­ food program that provides to explore books and tapbs mation. individually prescribed in the Resource Room. Group packages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program or know someone who does; contact 246-2013. Disabled American Veterans will have BINGO on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the Month at Family Central on the Ashe Central High School Rd. In Jefferson at 7 p.m.. There will be food available at the Morning Star Cafe'. For more information call 336-9823743. Monday August 27 Ongoing Events Warrensville, Smethport & Clifton United Methodist Churches Present. . . Riverview Lions Club needs arts and craft vendors for the annual festival by the River FISH FOR POND STOCKING Delivery will be: FRIDAY, AUGUST 24 West Jefferson - Southern States 12:00 -1:00 P.M., Phone 336-246-3201 To Place an Order Call the Store Above or Call 1-800-247-2615 .www. fa rlcysfish farm.com FARLEY & FARLEY FISH FARM r' Jtih<iE &n fheLaiKVH Tree food, drinks and free music by The Michels & The New Life Praise Band (contemporary praise music) Cash, Arkansas 72421 ARE YOU READY TO BECOME A HOME OWNER??? H&R Block Income Tax Course starting soon. HOME BUYER EDUCATION TRAINING H&R Block, a leader in tax preparation services, is currently encouraging people to enroll in the H&R Block Income Tax Course. The course is designed with times and locations convenient for busy people with jobs, school, and family commitments. Upon successful completion, some students may have the opportunity to earn extra income as II&R Block tax professionals* - Great Gospel Bluegrass - Thursday, August 16 • 5:30 - 7:30 Northwestern Regional Housing Authority H&R Block has experienced instructors that use the most up-to-date teaching materials. Students will learn to complete individual and business returns for both federal and state returns, as well as the ramifications of the latest tax laws, through hands-on experience with actual case studies. 401 Oak Grove Circle • Jeiterson, Nc Don't miss this opportunity to find out . if you are ready for homeownershin • how much house you can afford . how to improve your credit rating • how to navigate the purchase pro cess start to finish from If you would like more information about the II&R Block Income Tax Course, visit hrbIock.com/taxcourses or call 1-800-IIRBLOCK. Bilingual students are encouraged to enroll! 426 E. Main St. Jefferson, NC 28640 336-246-7520 H&R BLOCK' You got pvoplt* 'Enrollment restrictions mayapply. Enrollment In, or completion of, the MM l< lilock Income Tax Course Is neither an offer nor a guarantee of employment 02007 II&R Block Tax Services, Inc. AD BWI. Also, you mil learn about spe and ia, mortgageproducKava^ J *"* first-time homebuyers. Sponsored by Northwestern provided°Dea^inVfo^ registration is August 14th. when: Saturday, August \3 from 6-3:00 PM where: Warrensville United Methodist Church Bringyour lawn chair or a blanket a HUD t=J and enjoy the fun & fellowship. �PAGE 12 TUESDAY, AUGUST 14, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS And they're off! The kids had a ball in the New River last year at the annual Rubber Ducky Race... Photos courtesy of Riverview Lions Club Festival by the River to feature Ducky Race It's that time of year again in Creston, NC. Fun Day for everyone and the Riverview Lions Club would like to in­ vite everyone to their 9th an­ nual Festival by the River on Saturday, Aug. 18, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Creston, NC off of Highway 88 West. We will be having music on stage all day, free rides for the kids, and food, including a pig pickin' to hamburg­ ers and hotdogs, drinks, ice cream, funnel cakes and more. Come and enjoy the day. We will be having lo­ cal crafters and our famous Rubber Ducky Race at 2 p.m. •Mt. Rogers Ramblers •The Wehitty Mudpuppies •Familiar Ground •Homeward Bound •Brenda Graybeal and Friends Free rides for the kids will include a 30-foot high slide, Jurassic adventure, air walks and Trian rides. The festival—which can move inside if neces­ sary—will take place rain or shine. For more information call one of these following num­ bers: 385-6650, 385-5591, 384-2961, 384-4488 or 3841340. If you have never been to the festival, you are missing a treat and a day of fun for adults and kids. So come out for the fun, bring some old shoes for the kids and get in the river to help catch the ducks. Come out and help us raise money to help those in need of eye care: your help may keep someone from go­ ing blind. At 1 p.m. the River­ view Community Center will be having a School Reunion, so come out and meet some old classmates. Musicians playing during the day: •Dave and Lisa Photos courtesy of Riverview Lions Club ...and the crowd loved it! Local teachers attend Academy This month, 62 educators from several schools in Ashe County attended an LEA Partnership Teacher Acad­ emy with the focus being: Mapping and Integrating the Curriculum. This module is designed The North Carolina Teach­ er Academy is a professional development program es­ tablished and funded by the North Carolina General As­ sembly. The mission of the Academy is to support contin­ uous learning in the growth of termined by the participating school district. The Teacher Academy partners with local school systems to provide an academy for teams of teach­ ers from the local school dis­ trict. Twelve Partnership Teach- Post file photo The above picture shows Shirley Tarleton, United Methodist Women president; Ron Zapcic, Raise a Roof, Rebuild a Life; Peggy Allen and her daughter Beth Eldreth. "Raise a Roof, Rebuild a Life" This non-profit orgahization was founded by Ron Zapsic. Ron's wife Vera also has been a greats part of getting this organization started. It is relatively new in Ashe County. "Raise a Roof, Rebuild a Life" will be building log homes for disabled people in the community. Katahdin Cedar Log Homes of the Carolina Mountains is also involved in this effort. The first person to benefit from "Raise a Roof, Re­ build a Life" is Beth Eldreth. She is the daughter of Peggy Allen. Everything in the house will be sized for Beth's needs. On Sunday, July 22 Beth was honored at West Jefferson United Methodist Church. The United Methodist Women donated their earnings from parking cars for "Christmas in July" to this benefit. Ron Zap­ cic spoke on behalf of "Raise a Roof, Rebuild a Life" and then was presented with a check in the amount of $1400 by Unit­ ed Methodist Women's presi­ dent, Shirley Tarleton. If you would like further information about "Raise a Roof, Rebuild a Life" you can contact Ron Zapcic at 336982-5648. Teachers are taking part in a LEA Partnership Teacher Academy. to promote teachers working together through collabora­ tion in order to develop inte­ grated units of study in mid­ dle schools and high schools. These unites will utilize the North Carolina Standard Course of Study and the state competencies with the ulti­ mate goal of improving stu­ dent achievement. a career teacher by providing quality professional develop­ ment in the areas of school leadership, instructional methodology, core content, and use of modern technology in order to enrich instruction and enhance student perfor­ mance. Partnership acade­ mies are non-residential and are held locally at a site de­ er Academies are taking place around the state this summer. Julia Kron, Director of the North Carolina Teacher Academy, said, "The students of more than 54,000 teach­ ers and administrators have benefited from new skills and strategies learned at Teach­ er Academy sessions since 1994." pt a New BcstBj'cnd!! XlM'fmd male I irsl / M ill I'll Hull iin i" trotim! 'L \r.s \round 5 iitonf lift <»Mi Comul in Kurrtmn old Hull u ('.iii»|irru»iinl mix j\lrtlr boxer inn \roiiiid 10 ty'wk* old ^j1 around 2 year# old. \uiiH' i.s IV'dfo and i.s lion**- (rained. -. . m only '11.00 In adopt. Male boxer mix leiuale boxer Temale boxer Male l>MI (lia( is Around 10 llti.X Vl'Ofllld mix around I mnnl lis week# old 10 weeks old Around 10 old. lie \va# found week* old in West .M'i'erson. ASHT ANIMAL CONTROL 982=4060 Teddy is a delightful ten week old puppy with a terrific personality. He also has a brother spot who is equally wonder­ ful. This beautiful girl is nine months old and loves kids, adults and other dogs. She is house broken and will make someone a wonderful friend. These furry healtl ^ are t f ( . huge selection ava able for adoption < Saturday Saturday Is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located directly in front of the Armoy on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web site • www.ashehumanesociety.ori' Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@skybcst.com � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 65 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 12 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-08-14 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/74255ed4897ffdb17daf74507f625d4a.pdf 5d16a73d2ed5c6b4cef7b861ae36ea64 PDF Text Text • Huskies blarjk Falcons Tuesday page 6A October 16, 2007 • Volleyball team beats Vikings 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com page 6A • Soccer squad downs Trojans SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Volume 82, Issue 83 PA9E 6A Knife-wielding drunk arrested Family safe after long ordeal by Jim Thompson Editor A Crumpler man is be­ hind bars and his family safe after an ugly incident Friday. According to authori­ ties, during the early morn­ ing hours of Friday, Oct. 12, Leif Alvarado, 21, of Tahoe Drive, Crumpler, held his mother, Elena Alvarado, and sister, Yoshivia Martinez, at knife point. "The victims were held at knife point in­ side the residence where the suspect lived for a number of hours and were not allowed any movement," said Sheriff James Williams. "The sus­ pect eventually passed out from drinking and the two women were able to escape the residence unharmed." Once safely away, the women contacted the Sher­ iff's Department, and depu­ ties arrested Leif Alvarado. He is now charged with two counts of second degree kid­ napping. Alvarado is currently in Ashe County jail under a $100,000 secured bond. His next court appearance is scheduled for Thursday. Two busted for selling illegal mushrooms by Jim Thompson Editor Fall festival season at hand Post photo by Linda Burchette Renowned local musicians Stev® Lewis, Soft, and Randy Pasley entertained at the Fati Festival of the Frescoes Saturday In Glendale Springs. It was perfect seasonal weaiher for this event and several others taking place around the region. When you hear that great mountain music, see the piles of pumpkins, smell the molasses boiling, and have to dodge woolly worms crossing the roadways, you know its autumn in the High Country. Out on bail and busted again by Jim Thompson Editor It was a familiar name when West Jefferson Police got a call last Wednesday about a suspected drunk driv­ er heading their way. Near Lowe's Hardware, Officer Andrew Smith pulled over a 1995 Ford F-150 and arrested Brandon Ray Liddle, 27, for a variety of offenses. At the time of his ar­ Brandon Liddle rest, Liddle was out on bond on nine counts of obtaining a controlled substance by fraud/forgery, two counts of conspiring to traffic opium/ heroin, probation violation, DWI, possesion of a Schedule II controlled substance, and two counts of DWLR. Wednesday's arrest began on U.S. 421, when Liddle al­ legedly hit a NCDOT trailSee Busted, page 5A Two people are behind bars, charged with a variety of drug offenses including selling illegal mushrooms. Their arrest came in the same week that Nether­ lands—which has the most liberal drug laws in the world—formally banned the psychedelic fungi, following a series of incidents that ended in suicides, accidental deaths and public rampages. The two charged are: •William Allen Barker, 22, of Laurel Springs. He is charged with iwo counts of sal** and delivery of Sched ule I mushrooms, two counts of possession with intent to sell and deliver Schedule I mushrooms, two counts of maintaining a vehicle for the purposes of selling and keeping narcotics, one count of possession with intent to sell and deliver a counter­ feit controlled substance, and one count of selling and delivery of a counterfeit con­ trolled substance. He is in Ashe County jail under a $75,000 secured bond. •Audrey Lynn Miller, 18, of Jefferson, is charged with two counts of sale and de­ livery of Schedule I mush­ rooms, two counts of posses- Kz- Photo courtesy of S h e r i f f s Department Some of the recently-seized mushrooms. sion with intent to sell and deliver Schedule I mush­ rooms, one count of main­ taining a dwelling place for the purposes of selling and keeping narcotics, one count of possession with intent to sell and deliver a counterfeit controlled substance, one count of selling and delivery of a counterfeit controlled substance, one count of sale and delivery of a Schedule III controlled substance (hydrocodone). She is in Ashe County jail under a $75,000 secured bond. "These arrests came at the conclusion of an eightweek long investigation con­ ducted by the Ashe County Sheriff's Office and the Al­ leghany County Sheriff's Of­ fice," said Sheriff James Wil­ liams. "The two defendants were arrested and charged with selling a large quantity of mushrooms and some pre­ scription medication." The investigation is con­ tinuing, and charges are pending against both sus­ pects in Alleghany County, according to Williams. Hospital welcomes two new physicians by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Ashe Memorial Hospital has welcomed two new physi­ cians to the medical commu­ nity. Veteran general surgeon Dr. John Sundin opened his practice this past spring with the staff of Dr. Charles Jones Jr. Dr. Danielle Darter, family practitioner with a focus on obstetrics, joined Mount Jef­ ferson Family Medicine Oct. 1. A native of Virginia, Dr. John Sundin attended the University of Virginia and The Medical College of Vir­ ginia. He completed his gen­ eral surgery training at Yale University then spent a year at Yale as an instructor in advanced laparoscopic sur­ gery. Sundin spent the next two years working overseas in Sri Lanka and Rwanda for Doctors Without Borders and the Red Cross. People Mag- Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com ed itorial@jeffersonpost.com at the Albert Schweitzer Hos­ pital. After the work overseas, Sundin was in private prac­ tice in Key West, Fla., before moving to the mountains of Ashe County. As a general surgeon, Dr. Sundin performs surgery on the abdominal organs, re­ pairs hernias, and manages trauma. He is also trained in GI endoscopy to evaluate the stomach and colon. Dermatol­ ogy and skin cancer is also part of his extensive training. Sundin and his wife Kathryn took a road trip last fall along the Blue Ridge Parkway Dr. Danielle Darter and discovered Ashe County azine recognized Dr. Sundin and the towns of Jefferson in their January 1995 "HE­ and West Jefferson."We loved ROES" issue. Doctors With­ the feel of the place." he said. out Borders received The No­ "We had wanted to get back bel Peace Prize for the work to the mountains." After re­ Sundin participated in during turning home, he saw an ad the 1994 Rwandan Massacre. in a medical journal seeking Sundin also worked in Haiti a surgeon at Ashe Memorial Senior Center hosts musical groups Support the Ashe County Senior Center and get entertained in the process. The senior center will host an evening of musical entertainment on Friday, Oct. 26 from 6 to 9 p.m. Performing will be Homeward Bound, Mountain Drive, and Paul Hardy & Friends offering selections in gospel, country and bluegrass music. Tickets for the event are $5 with proceeds going to senior center services and programs. Dr. John Sundin Hospital. "We decided in Oc­ tober we were going to do it and we were up here in April," he said. "This is a great little hos­ pital," Sundin said of AMH. "R.D. (Williams, CEO) has been so hospitable in help­ ing make the arrangements for me to come here. It's not easy moving everything from one place to another. And the staff has been very friendly and welcoming." The Sundin's have an in­ terest in organic farming and raising grass fed beef cattle. They have purchased land in Lansing for a farm and are exploring their options. For information or an appoint­ ment, call the office of Dr. John Sundin at 846-8939. Dr. Danielle Darter said she was attracted to Ashe County to practice commu­ nity medicine and obstetrics, as well as a return to life in the mountains. A native of West Virginia, she grew up near Bristol, Va., and worked at other careers before turn­ ing to medicine. "I feel blessed to have the opportunity to return to school to become a doctor. I always wanted to be Refreshments will be available. For more information on this event and programs at Ashe County Senior Center, call Director Louise Caudill at 246-4347. The center is located on ChattyRob Lane off Ray Taylor Road in West Jefferson. Jefferson UMC to host bazaar Jefferson United Methodist Church will host its annual Fall Bazaar on Saturday, Oct. 20 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in medicine," she said. Darter completed her premedicine requisites at Old Do­ minion University in Norfolk, Va., and graduated medical school from the Medical Col­ lege of Virginia in Richmond. She performed an internship and residency in family prac­ tice in Milwaukee, Wise., and a fellowship in obstetrics in Memphis, Tenn., and Jonesboro, Ark. After practicing in Richmond for about a year, she went into private practice serving two hospitals in Hen­ derson, N.C. "I am really excited about this," Darter said of joining Mount Jefferson Family Med­ icine on the campus of AMH. "Everyone seems very pas­ sionate about their work, and this is a great group to work with." She participated in two C-sections and performed a regular delivery in her first See Doctors, page 5A The bazaar will feature Friendship baskets, quilted pieces, Christmas items, books and magazines, jewelry, baked goods and much more. There is no flea market this year. Lunch will be available. The church is located at 115 East Main Street in Jefferson near the old courthouse. Blood drive planned The American Red Cross will have a blood drive on Thursday. Oct. 18, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the National Guard Armory in Jefferson. �TUESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Mary Lela Blevins Oliver Lansing July 26, 1939 October 9, 2007 Mrs. Mary Lela Blevins Oliver, age 68, of Lansing, NC, died TXiesday, October 9, 2007 at Wilkes Regional Medical Center. Mrs. Oliver was born July 26, 1939 in Ashe County to the late Arthur and Lela Massey Blevins. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her hus­ band, Bobby Joe Oliver. Funeral services were held Friday, October 12, 2007 at 11 a.m. at Landmark Baptist Church by Rev. Charles Mc­ Coy and Rev. Tommy Wurth. Burial followed in the How­ ell Hill Cemetery. The family received friends from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 11th at Badger Funeral Home. Mrs. Oliver is survived by: two daughters, Angela Cheek and husband Steve and Ju­ lie Taylor and husband Joe, all of Lansing, NC; six broth­ ers, Paul Blevins of Jefferson, Dean, Fred, R. L., Larry and Rex Blevins, all of Lansing; three sisters, Faye Testerman of Grassy Creek, Ruth Black­ burn and Beryl Carter, both of Lansing; a granddaughter; and several nieces and neph­ ews. Memorials may be made to: Landmark Baptist Building Fund do Linda Blevins, PO Box 175, Jefferson, NC 28640. You may send email condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfunealhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Rev. Dane Allen Burchett Emory Olin "Buddy" Watson Sr. Columbia, S.C. March 31, 1924 October 6, 2007 Emory Olin "Buddy" Wat­ son. Sr., age 83, of Brandywine Lane, died Saturday, October 6, 2007 at Life Care Center of Columbia. Mr. Watson was born March 31, 1924 in Washington, DC, a son of the late Maxcy Pierce Watson, Sr. and Grace Haselden Watson. When he was a young child, his fam­ ily moved back to the Con­ way area. He graduated from Conway High School where he was a star athlete in sev­ eral sports. In 1941, he was the first football player from Horry County chosen for the NC-SC Shrine Bowl. Mr. Watson served his coun­ try in the US Rangers during World War II where he was captured at Anzio Beach Head in Italy and was a prisoner of war in Germany for sixteen months. He was awarded the Good Conduct Medal, Three Bronze Stars and Purple Heart. Mr. Watson also served his local communities in many ways. He was a member of the Kiwanis Club in Conway and Myrtle Beach. He was a coach and leader of the Myrtle Beach Dixie Youth Baseball League and a member of the Myrtle Beach High School Booster Club. Mr. Watson and his fam­ ily were members of the First United Methodist Church in Myrtle Beach and he and his wife were charter members of the Ashe County Presbyterian Church in Jefferson, North Carolina. He retired in 1979 from the banking industry where he started his career with Peo­ ples National Bank in Myrtle Beach. After his retirement, he and his wife spent their years between their homes in Myr­ tle Beach and the mountains of North Carolina. In 2003, they moved to Columbia, S.C. where they have lived since. He was predeceased by one brother, Maxcy Pierce Watson, Jr. and one sister, Imogene Watson Williams. Surviving are his wife of 64 years, Patricia "Patsy" Scoggin Watson of Columbia, three sons, Emory Olin Watson, Jr. and his wife, Frankie Rhodes Watson, Patrick Earl Watson and his wife, Kathryn Watson and Thomas Mitchell Watson and his wife, Donna Sheheen Watson all pf Columbia, one daughter, Mary Allen Wat­ son and her partner, Nancy Gunn of Westfield, MA, thir­ teen grandchildren, six great­ grandchildren, four brothers, William Lawton Watson and his wife, Virginia and Arthur Pinckney Watson all of Con­ way, Marion Edward Watson and his wife, Carolyn of Co­ lumbus, MS, and George El­ liott Watson of High Point, NC, and one sister, Sally Wat­ son Woody of Conway. The family would like to thank Life Care Center of Co­ lumbia for their dedication in providing loving care to our "Buddy"/Granddaddy. Graveside services were held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Hillcrest Cemetery with Rev. Randy Riddle and Rev. Olin McBride officiating. The family received friends from 12:00 until 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Conway Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memori­ als may be sent to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or The Samaritan's Purse, 801 Bamboo Road, Boone, NC 28607. Sign a guest book at www. goldfinchfuneralhome.com. ston-Salem, NC; three sons, Trey Burchett of Midway, NC, Shane and Hunter Burchett Winston-Salem, N.C. both of Winston-Salem, NC; March 26, 1949 his parents Rev. William and October 10, 2007 Ethel Burchett of West Jeffer­ Rev. Dane Allen Burchett, the Holy Trinity Episcopal Miller, of Glendale Springs; Donald Wayne son, NC; one brother, Richard age 58 of Winston-Salem, for­ Church Cemetery with mili­ a brother, Louis Allen Miller, Miller merly of Ashe County died Burchett of Asheboro, NC; tary rites. of Glendale Springs; and one Laurel Springs and six grandchildren. Wednesday, October 10, 2007 The family received friends niece and one nephew also Memorials may be made to April 8, 1946 at the Kate B. Reynolds Hos­ from 1 to 2 p.m. on Wednes­ survive. either of the following: October 6, 2007 pice House. Mr. Burchett was day, prior to the funeral ser­ Flowers appreciated or Friendly Grove Cemetery Mr. Donald Wayne Miller, born March 26, 1949 in Ashe vice. memorials may be made to Fund do Charles King age 61, of Laurel Springs, County to Rev. William and Mr. Miller was born in Ashe the donor's choice. 707 Buck Mtn. Circle died Saturday night, October Ethel Harless Burchett. County on Monday, April 8, You may give the family 28694 6, 2007 in Alleghany County. Funeral services were held West Jefferson, NC 1946 to the late Gilbert Allen your condolences at our web­ Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Funeral services were at noon Saturday, October Miller and to Helen Miller. site www.boonefuneralhome. held on Wednesday, October 13, 2007 at the Badger Fu­ House He was a tree farmer. com. 101 Hospice Lane 10, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Boone neral Home Chapel by Rev. He is survived by two sons, Boone Family Funeral Winston-Salem, NC Family Funeral Home Cha­ Jimmy Miller and Rev. Gor­ Devron Slade Miller and Dar­ Home of West Jefferson is 27101 pel with Rev. John Crawford don Rawls. Burial followed ren Wayne Miller, both of West in charge of these arrange­ Carreer Center at Forsyth officiating. Burial followed in in the Friendly Grove Baptist Jefferson; his mother, Helen ments. Memorial Hospital Church Cemetery. The family 3333 Sijas Creek Pkwy. late William Abby and Carrie man of Zephyhills, FL and William Dewey received friends from 11:00 Winston Salem, NC 27103 Hinson Andrews. A veteran Jeanette R. Andrews of Wind­ - 12:00 prior to the service. Andrews You may email condolenc­ of the US Army, he was for­ sor, PA. Mr. Burchett is survived China Grove, N.C. es to the family through our merly employed at Williams Graveside service were by: his wife, Paula Dixon July 1,1937 website at www.badgerfunerVeneering Plant in PA. Mr. conducted on Friday, October Burchett of the home; three October 10, 2007 alhome.com. Andrews was of the Baptist 12 at 2 p.m. at West Lawn daughters: Candy Hege of ArMr. William Dewey An­ Badger Funeral Home is in faith and attended school in Memorial Park, China Grove dmoir, NC, Michelle Key and drews, 70 of China Grove, charge of the arrangements. Rowan County. by the Rev. Charles Overcash. Ashley Burchett both of Windied Wednesday, October 10, Survivors include four sis­ The family received friends 2007 at Glenbridge Health ters, Evelyn A. Outen of West on Friday from 1 to 1:45 PM & Rehabilitation in Boone. Jefferson, Jane A. 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These institu­ tions bring our communities closer together and train and re-train employees for our workforce. Our community colleges are internationally renowned for the scope and quality of their programs and are the main source of workforce preparation and adult edu­ cation in our state. In keep­ ing with our commitment to education, my colleagues and I have worked hard this ses­ sion to support community colleges with more money, improved facilities and equip­ ment and programs that will help North Carolinians. I am. a big fan and sup­ porter of our Community Colleges. Sylvia earned her ment increase of more than 5 percent over the previous fall semester. Financial Aid Post file photo Rep. Cullie Tarleton AA at a community college before transferring to one of our universities. Please contact me if I can be of assistance or can pro­ vide any additional informa­ tion. Thank you for your in­ terest and support. Enrollment Growth Enrollment at our com­ munity colleges increased 1.2 percent during the past year, bringing the total num­ ber of students to more than 195,300. We appropriated a recurring sum of $3.3 million to help deal with this enroll­ ment growth. An additional $2 million was set aside for the Enroll­ ment Growth Reserve to help those community colleges that have high growth in the fall semester. The reserve is intended for community col­ leges that have an enroll­ This session we helped create the Education Access Rewards North Carolina, or EARN, Scholars program by setting aside $127 million for it over the next two years. This program will give more North Carolinians access to higher education by provid­ ing $4,000 grants each year to the 25,000 community col­ lege and University of North Carolina system students with the greatest financial need. All North Carolinians with family incomes of less than 200 percent of the fed­ eral poverty level are eligible for the program. We are ex­ tremely proud of this pro­ gram because it makes the dream of attending school, from pre-kindergarten all the way through college, a reality for all of our citizens. Students qualifying can at­ tain their college degree and graduate debt free. Students can now focus on their stud­ ies without worrying about finding money to pay for col­ lege. Salaries We gave university and community college faculty and professional staff a 5 percent pay raise so that we can attract the best educa­ tors for our students. Allied Health The General Assembly appropriated $5.6 million to support the allied health programs at our community colleges. This funding can be used for equipment, supplies or faculty salaries and will recur each year. Distance Learning Our community colleges strive to accommodate all students who desire a col­ lege education. The distance learning programs facili­ tate students who cannot physically attend classes on campus. We appropriated a recurring sum of $3.8 mil­ lion to increase community college bandwidth. This will greatly improve connectiv­ ity and expand the distance learning initiatives. We also appropriated $261,700 for three staffers who will help our community colleges with distance learning and techni­ cal support. My colleagues and I set aside $595,000 for Virtual Learning Centers. These centers help develop and im­ prove online courses. They can revolutionize the way our students learn. North Carolina State Uni­ versity's Virtual Computing lab will soon have 100 seats dedicated for community col­ lege students. This year we appropriated $631,000 to provide state-of-the-art com­ puting services for these stu­ dents. Equipment and Facilities The General Assembly set aside $10 million to provide instructional equipment at all 58 community colleges. A $100,000 fund will be used to support multi-campus centers. Multi-campus centers are satellite campus­ es for four-year universities that provide a low-cost way for students to earn degrees in their communities. The State Board of Community Colleges has approved the 24th multi-campus center to be housed in our own Ashe County at Wilkes Commu­ nity College. Programs Fayetteville Tech, Cra­ ven Community College, Coastal Community College and Wayne Community Col­ lege work together to oper­ ate the NC Military Busi­ ness Center. NCMBC helps develnp businesses spawned by the state's military bases. We appropriated $1.25 mil­ lion to operate the center and the state website, www. matchforce.org. The website matches state businesses with federal contracts. The NC Center for Viti­ culture and Enology at Surry Community College will re­ ceive an additional $500,000. Viticulture is the study and production of grapes. Enol­ ogy is the study of wine and winemaking. Surry Commu­ nity College is located in Dobson in the Yadkin Valley wine region. North Carolina is the nation's ninth-largest wine producing state. FYI, we also have The Appalachian Enol­ ogy and Viticulture Services Center at ASU. The Rowan-Cabarrus Community College Biotech­ nology Training Center and Greenhouse at the NC Re­ search Campus in Kannapolis will receive $1.4 million this year. Facilities The North Carolina Com­ munity College System will receive $8 million to plan capital projects and develop facility master plans. The General Assembly appropriated $15 million for the Facilities and Equipment Grant Fund. These funds will be awarded to community college projects that support the college's strategic plan and show potential to pro­ mote economic growth. Notes Sylvia and I attended the annual meeting of the Ashe County Farm Bureau last week. The food and fellow­ ship was terrific. The Farm Bureau is very civic minded and in addition to serving the needs of our farmers do a great job serving the pub­ lic. Congratulations to Ashe Farm bureau President Don Tucker. Congratulations also to Ashe County tree farmer, Joe Freeman, who will pro­ vide an Ashe Country grown Christmas tree for the White House this year I received word late last week that Smart Start has awarded the Children's Council of Watauga County a two year pilot project grant in the amount of $81,901 to fund Raising a Reader. Con­ gratulations to our Children's Council. Candidate blasts Foxx's vote on healthcare On Wednesday, October 10, 2007, Democratic congres­ sional candidate, Roy Carter, joined a crowd of supporters to speak out in favor of qual­ ity, affordable healthcare for North Carolina's children and to protest Rep. Virginia Foxx's vote against the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP). Organized by Forsyth County Demo­ crats, the rally was held near Virginia Foxx's office in Clemmons. The rally brought citi­ zens from Alexander, Ashe, Davie, Forsyth, Wilkes, and Surry counties together to voice their concerns regarding Foxx's vote against SCHIP. The State Children's Health Insurance Program or SCHIP provides the best of public and private health­ care coverage to American children in need. It helps to ensure that kids in working families are able to visit a doctor and receive the medi­ cines they need when they're sick, and the check-ups they need to stay well. Despite overwhelming bi-partisan support for the bill, current Congresswoman Virginia Foxx voted against this vital legislation, effec­ tively denying healthcare to 116,000 North Carolina chil­ dren, many of whom are her constituents. President Bush went on to veto the bi-parti­ san SCHIP reauthorization bill which could mean the end of this important program. " I am outraged that the person who was elected to represent the people of our district would betray her con­ stituents and turn her back Real Estate Andfc Saturday October 27 11AM Mountain Lot Dreaming of escaping to the beautiful North Carolina Mountains? The remote feel of the NC Mountains offer solitude and tranquility unlike any other location. This beautiful partially wooded 0.935 acre lot allows you to enjoy nature's beautiful parade of fall colors as well as enjoy a breathtaking view of the North Fork of the New River. This lot has a new septic system and well already installed. This would be an excellent location for your dream mountain get-a-way. Lot is zoned as unrestricted. Call (919) 894-7700 for additional information. Location: Hwy 163- to West Jefferson, continue through West Jefferson on 194 N, this road merges with Hwy 88 W, go 6 miles thru Warrensville on Hwy 88 W, pass Blue Ridge Elementary School turn right into Quail Run fol­ low to top of hill, at T in road turn left on Falls Lane lot is on your immediate right. (Look for signs) Terms: 10% down day of auction, balance due in 30 days -A 6% buyers pre­ mium will be added to determine the total contract purchase price. Auctioneers Disclaimer: All information contained herein is provided without rep­ resentation or warranty as to the accuracy of the same. Buyers shall be respon­ sible for inspecting properly and rely on their own judgment. Property to be sold AS IS, WHERE IS, including any and all faults. Announcements at the auctions take precedence over any and all prior advertising. The Auction Firm and Sellers reserve the right to entertain any reasonable offers prior to the auction. Attention Buyers: Please plan to arrive one hour prior to the auction in order to register and have any last minute questions answered. We will also be auctioning a 32' camper separately on auction day. Ci©©(pW Ca." Ca'vin °[Lane /\[LD©SD(Q)[rl ok R®&lt3fy www.gregoryauction.com for information. (919)894-7700 NCAL #8077 on innocent children in need," said Roy Carter. " Virginia Foxx's callous vote against the State Children's Health Insurance Program was a vote against working families, a vote against our children's future, and a vote that flies in the face of common sense and defies morality." Roy Carter went on to say, " This vote illustrates a clear difference between myself and my opponent. In Con­ gress, I will put partisanship aside, stand up for working families, and work to ensure that North Carolina's chil­ dren receive the healthcare they need in order to learn, grow, and lead healthy lives." To learn more about Roy Carter and his campaign for Congress, visit www.RoyCarterforCongress.com. Postal employee retires Post photo by Linda Burchette David Hart of the Bald Mountain community (center) celebrated his retirement last week after more than 30 years with the U.S. Postal Service, the past 27 as a carrier with the West Jefferson Post Office. Postmaster Drew Martin provided Hart and his fellow employees with a special breakfast in honor of the occasion. "It's been a nice career," Hart said. "He will be greatly missed," said the crew. Can you make a commercial deposit from your business without going to the bank? You can at AF Bank with Remote Deposit Capture. Let us determine if this service is right for you We make banking easier! Bank (336) 246-4344 | www.afgrp.com Member FDIC �Public Opinion PACE PAC 4A TUESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2007 Editorial Conservation necessary The continuing drought because of the loss of water. in North Carolina says one Similar things have hap­ thing: we must conserve pened in other states. We have also seen communi­ water. People in the mountains ties in Watauga County have been able to rely on that had, for a period, to what has usually seemed ban any new development an almost inexhaustible while they raced to improve supply of water. Ample and expand their water sys­ water supplies have fueled tems. Those are not situa­ growth here, among resi­ tions we want to face. To prevent that, the dential, commercial and county needs to take a look industrial users. That supply seems a lit­ at our water reserves. We tle more limited now as the suspect that Appalachian present drought drags on— State University has the and the National Weather engineers and scientists Service forecasts a mild, necessary to get a general dry winter. Every day, there view of our groundwater are reports of centuries-old supply. Hiring them to do springs drying up, and one such a study would be a has to drive only a short wise investment in the distance to see how' shal­ county's future. To date, no one really low streams and even riv­ knows what the carrying ers are becoming. But of even greater capacity of this county is— concern, long-term, is our or whether or not we are groundwater supply. The getting close to the number drought will break, even of homes we can support. if it is extended. What is We are probably nowhere happening underground, near an upper limit, but it however, will remain a con­ is better to find out now— before we find we have a cern. Our concern was raised problem. We take water a little for by the report of a well in granted here. But travel to a neighboring county that hit nothing—all the way to the Great Basin area of the 2,200 feet. That is a deep West, and you will see the well in this region, and very difference it makes. There, you can travel hundreds of deep to turn up dry. It is not pretty when miles through empty range development outstrips land, with hardly a house water supply. In Florida, in sight. The reason? A lack overuse of groundwa­ of water. There is no com­ ter resulted in a series of modity more precious, and massive sinkholes, as the we must learn more about ground simply collapsed our reserves. munps,or rubriw Ttiis 11 vatfinate Charlotte depopulation VMffY \-c UY&? TLNOK OF THE tAETH Guest Column "replacement rate." Amer­ ica's population has shown modest growth over the past few decades, but almost all of that growth has been because of longer life spans, not more children. In fact, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, the number of school-aged chil­ dren in America is expected to fall significantly over the next 10 years, and possibly precipitously over the next 30 years. And now, our leaders want us to spend more than $400-million on new schools, claiming that Charlotte's school population will grow by 50,000 over the next de­ cade. Of course, it's possible that the population of Char­ lotte's school-aged children could grow while the rest of the nation's population goes down, but only in the dreams of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools officials could growth be this much. Indeed, even if the Charlotte region does grow, it is much more likely that most of the families with children will be mov­ ing to Cabarrus, Union, York, Iredell, and Gaston counties —where both land prices and taxes are significantly lower. In Portland, not only are they not building schools, they're shutting them down. Egan closed his article with the story of Kenton Elementa­ ry School, which for 91 years had been an integral part of the city's north side. Egan penned a poignant requiem for this school. "But now the school will be shuttered," he wrote, "and improvements from Portland's beloved light rail line have contributed to rising real estate prices, de­ feating the broad goals of the mayor's effort to bring and keep young families in the city." Could it happen here? It is happening here. Indeed, the next time you hear a propo­ nent of light rail, the "creative class," or "smart growth" say we should look at Portland, don't argue with them. Just make sure that when they tell the story of Portland, they tell the whole story. Warren Smith is the pub­ lisher of The Charlotte World. He can be reached at warren. smith@thecharlotte world. com. Water scarce? MEDICINE The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@ jeffersonpost.com. �I JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2007 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT New River Community Partners nears 10 years Group brings back newsletter by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Harvest Run raises money for Hospice Post photo by Linda Burchette The first annual Harvest Run 5K at Ashe County Park on Oct. 6 raised over $750 for Hospice of Ashe County.The run was organized by Jeremy and Heather Casey in honor of the agency's assistance to their family. First across the finish line was Brendan O'Keefe of Lenoir. First for the women was Vanessa Kosmala of Blowing Rock. Sponsors included Vannoy & Sons Construction, Little's Health & Fitness Center, AF Bank, Los Arcoiris, Mountain Outfitters, Michael DePalma Realty, R&L Roten Woodworking, and Mount Jefferson Baptist Church Women on a Mission. Fundraiser planned for free medical clinic How many times have you attended a reception, lunch forum or brunch and tasted something absolutely delicious that you asked ev­ eryone what the ingredients were, but no one knew and no one even knew who made it? Well, here is your opportunity to taste delicacies from some of the best volunteer cooks in Ashe County, followed by Libby's Holiday Style Show and a Tour of Homes and lo­ cal Bed & Breakfast accom­ modations. On Saturday, Dec. 8, Ashe County Free Medical Clinic will be hosting the second an­ nual Brunch, Style Show and Tour of Homes and Bed & Breakfasts. A silent auction of gifts donated by individu­ als and local merchants will begin with the brunch and end when the Tour of Homes begins. The brunch will commence at 10 a.m. at the Ashe County High School common area outside of the auditorium, with the recipes for each item placed next to the dish, avail­ able for you to take with you. Christmas baskets will also be on the table to encourage you to drop in a small dona­ tion for the recipes. Local flo­ ral designers and florists have been encouraged to decorate each table, with the center­ pieces available for sale. Scott Ballard and Dale Hudler of West End Wreaths are donating wreaths again this year to be part of a wreath-decorating contest. These decorated wreaths will be on display and offered for silent auction at both Jef­ ferson Station and Jefferson Landing. The wreaths will be relocated to the high school for the event Dec. 8 for addi­ tional silent auction bidding. Libby's colorful and fun holiday-themed style show will follow the brunch begin­ ning at noon. Door prizes from both Libby's and items donated by the community will be given throughout the style show. Andrea Spears will delight the crowd with holiday music, including per­ formances by some of her mu­ sic students. At 1:30 p.m., guests will leave with their maps that in­ clude directions and photos of each'home on the tour, as well as local bed & breakfast ac­ commodations that are host­ ing open houses the same day. All homes will have light re­ freshments available, as well as tour guides for each home and a clinic spokesperson to answer clinic questions. At the end of the tour, there will be a drawing for a door prize that does not require you to be present to win. Anyone who might be in­ terested in allowing the clinic to showcase a home for this event is encouraged to do so, with charming cottages, smaller log homes and large custom homes all welcome. Currently the clinic sees patients from 6-9 p.m. on Thursday evenings, but there is a definite need to have the clinic open a second evening each week. The clinic is fund­ ed only by private and state grants and private individual and corporate contributions, as well as this and other fundraisers/friendraisers. The generosity of the commu­ nity allows the clinic to fur­ ther its mission of serving the health and wellness needs of the medically uninsured who live or work in Ashe County. There will be a meeting to­ night (Oct. 16) at the clinic at the red light in Jefferson for anyone interested in assist­ ing with the Dec. 8 event in any capacity. Tickets will be available at this meeting, and all are encouraged to attend. Tickets are $20 in advance and are available at Libby's and the Ashe Chamber of Commerce. You may also call the clinic at 846-4649 or call Vicky at 977-1427 for tickets. Tickets will be available at the door for $25. As the New River Commu­ nity Partners prepares to cel­ ebrates its 10-year anniversa­ ry next year, the organization has revived its newsletter to keep members and the pub­ lic informed of programs and progress. The Summer/Fall 2007 is­ sue of the New River Advo­ cate recently printed offers a look at happenings over the past year including a visit with HandMade in America m West Virginia, accomplish­ ments of the Program for the Rural Carolinas, the 2007 New River Symposium, a tribute to Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation as a supporter of NRCP, new board members and a look at improvements to New River State Park. "In late April, New River Community Partners invited Becky Anderson, executive director of HandMade in America, to visit with com­ munity leaders in Union and Hinton (West Virginia) about promoting their arts and crafts," the newsletter states. "HandMade in America works to develop community strategies that will enhance western North Carolina's role within the handmade field." The group that also included NRCP members Hollis Wild . and Ken McFadyen toured historical sites and Anderson provided a program on HandMade's work with communi­ ties to promote their arts and craft traditions. River Navi­ gator Ben Borda joined the group in Talcott to talk with organizers of the John Henry Historic Park, and NRCP is helping the committee with planning and development of the park. The newsletter noted that after five years administered by NRCP, the Northwest Al­ liance Program for the Rural Carolinas (PRC) had accom­ plished the following: trained over 400 job seeke2-s; helping in the creation of 50 new busi­ nesses; assisted Sparta in participation with the STEP program for project imple­ mentation; helped with the creation of IDA programs in Ashe and Alleghany to help people get in their own homes and start businesses; funded leadership development pro­ grams in Ashe and Alleghany training over 150 community leaders; and provided the ini­ tial funding and coordination for an advanced materials economic development clus­ ter. "The PRC is a partnership among The Duke Endowment, the North Wilkesboro District United Methodist Church, consultant MDC, Inc., a local advisory, board, and NRCP." The 2007 New River Sym­ posium was held at Radford University in late May and early June. "New River Com­ munity Partners was one of nine Symposium sponsors that are advancing opportu­ nities within the New River watershed." Discussion at the Symposium included water quality, history of the river, archaeology, environmental education and information on land conservancy. The next Symposium could be at Ap­ palachian State University in 2009. New River Community Partners also hosted the Na­ tional Meeting of the Ameri­ can Heritage Rivers Initiative in Radford a year ago this month. "The keynote speaker for this event was Congress­ man Rick Boucher of Virgin­ ia's 9th District," writes River Navigator Ben Borda. "We appreciate his support for the AHRI. Another highlight of the meeting was the renewed formation of the American Heritage Rivers Alliance to support the sustainability in carrying out the successful objectives of promoting eco­ nomic revitalization, natural resource protection, and his­ toric and cultural resource preservation." The newsletter pays trib­ ute to the Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation, a key partner with NRCP. "The Foundation, located in Winston-Salem, has funded NRCP's opera­ tions from the beginning," in­ cluding $20,000 this year to support efforts in the Tarheel State. "With this support, NRCP will initiate an updat­ ing of the 1999 work plan for the headwaters section of the New River watershed. Also, continuing support will be provided to the leadership development programs in Al­ leghany and Ashe counties." During the summer, New River State Park unveiled its new visitor's center at the 221 Access and enhanced canoe access sites as part of NRCP's coordination of the Blueway map providing canoe infor­ mation from the headwaters to the New River Gorge. "I am delighted that New River Community Partners is providing a newsletter again to let everybody know about what we are doing," states NRCP Board President Er­ nest O'Banion. "We have a lot of good things to share with you and more than can really be put into this newsletter. 2008 marks our ten-year an­ niversary and we are plan­ ning to celebrate this mile­ stone with events in each of our states: North Carolina (June 7), Virginia (June 14) and West Virginia (June 21). We will keep you informed with locations and specific events. Please plan to join us!" "We hope that everybody who reads this newslet­ ter will find something new about New River Community Partners," writes Executive Director Ken McFadyen. "I am honored to join this non­ profit organization. It is an exciting time to be involved with New River Community Partners. We are refocusing our efforts to become more available throughout the New River watershed, while not duplicating existing efforts. Every community has its own unique challenges and oppor­ tunities that can be helped along the way with the right resources." New River Community Partners is a non-profit or­ ganization with funding provided primarily through foundation grant support and project administration. Con­ tributions are welcome and tax deductible. Become a New River Community Partner by sending a donation to: New River Community Partners, P.O. Box 1641, Jefferson, NC 28640. For more information, call 336-372-8118 in Sparta or email execdir@nrcp-ahri. org, or go online to www.nrcpahri.org. The Ashe. County Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society Presents How The West Was Sung A Barbershop Harmony Salute featuring songs with the flavor of the old west! Featuring a host of great performers Busted TRIAD HARMONY EXPRESS continued from front page The Show Chorus of the Triad! er—and kept going. "After the stop, I observed the subject was very intoxi­ cated," Smith said. The officer allegedly found two bottles of moonshine, one partly empty, along with small quantities of marijuana and illegal pills in the vehicle, as well as two concealed weapons. Liddle was subsequently charged with DWI, DWLR, possession of non-taxed alco­ holic beverage, two counts of carrying concealed weapons, possession of a Schedule III controlled substance, and re­ sisting arrest. His vehicle was seized as part of the arrest. Liddle was freed later in the week on a $20,000 se­ cured bond. "We believe he got out of jail and stole his ve­ hicle from our custody," Chief Robert Roten said. The truck was later recovered in Smethport, and officers were on the lookout Monday morning for Liddle, to arrest him for mo­ tor vehicle larceny. Doctors continued from front page three days. She also speaks Spanish well enough to com­ municate with Latino patients and expects to improve her verbal skills through working with the Latino population. "The Ashe Memorial Hos­ pital staff has been great," Darter said. "I started talk­ ing with R.D. Williams, and he opened a lot of doors. He really got my interest with his description of the hospital and the community and the medical community." Darter said, she is enjoy­ ing her work in medicine and feels it is where she always needed to be. "I had an idea as a child I wanted to be a doctor, as a romantic notion," she said. "Then as I got older, it was almost a call to be of service to people. I am moti­ vated to try and help. I enjoy the complexity of community medicine. It's always chang­ ing and challenging, getting to know people through gen­ erations, their emotions, and all the parts that make up a healthy person." An outdoor enthusiast, Darter enjoys camping, ca­ noeing, hiking and gardening in her spare time. She has a son and grandson in New York and a brother and sis­ ters in Bristol, Va. For more information or to make an appointment with Dr. Darter, call Mount Jeffer­ son Family Medicine at 8467433. Steel Magnolias < Sweet Adeline Quartet Ashe Co. Middle School Chorus Excirittf* Emerging Talent Saturday, October 20 th - 7:30pm Ashe County Civic Center i'ickets: SI0.00 - available at the Ashe County Arts Council - (336) 846-2787 Or at the door, the evening of the show! A'WT; Students will be admitted pre A* seating permits. "This project is supported by a grant from the Grassroots Arts Program of the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency, and Ashe County Arts Council." �PAGE 6A TUESDAY , OCTOBER 16, 2 Tuesday - October 16 Women's Tennis.NCHSAA Dual Team Playoffs Ashe County at C.D. Owen HS 4 p.m. Cross Country MVAC Championship Meet at North Wilkes 4:30 p.m. Var. Volleyball MVAC Tournament Semi-Finals at North Surry 5/7 p.m. Wednesday - October 17 Var. Soccer at Oak Hill Academy 4:30 p.m. Var. Volleyball MVAC Tournament Championship at North Surry 6 p.m. Thursday - October 18 JV Football HOME vs Starmount 7 p.m. Friday - October 19 Var. Football at Starmount 7:30 p.m. Women's Tennis NCHSAA Individual Regionals at Wilkes Central Saturday - October 20 Women's Tennis NCHSAA Individual Regionals at Wilkes Central Volleyball NCHSAA Playoffs - Round 1 TBA Huskies blank Falcons by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor Following an explosive 6914 victory over North Wilkes the previous week, the Hus­ kies hosted the Forbush Fal­ cons in another MVAC game last Friday in Husky Stadi­ um. The Huskies once again were in sync as a team and delivered another dynamic performance as they blanked the Falcons 53-0. The Hus­ kies continued their excellent performance on both sides of the ball, as the defense once again was able to score for the Huskies in their shutout of the Falcons with a fumble return for a touchdown and two safeties against the Fal­ cons. The offense for the Hus­ kies was led by quarterback Daniel Wain who tallied up 212 yards passing with 139 of them going to Brandon Rine­ hart on the receiving end. On the ground, Aaron Scott led the Huskies with 60 yards and two touchdowns, and then Wain added two touch­ downs for himself on top of his passing touchdown. The Huskies first points of the game came off of a defen­ sive play following a strong defensive stand for the Fal­ cons. The Huskies moved the ball down to their own oneyard line on their opening drive of the game and faced a fourth and goal from the one-yard line. The Falcons defense sacked the Huskies' quarterback in the backfield for a turnover on downs. Following the turnover on downs, the Falcons' offense did not prosper as a stout hit from a Husky defensive play­ er on the Falcons' possession knocked the ball loose and was scooped up by Dakota Price for Ashe. Price then car­ ried the ball in from the thir­ teen-yard line for the opening points of the game and Ashe led 6-0. The Huskies defense was pumped up after the defen­ sive touchdown and following the kickoff for Ashe, Forbush ran two plays until the Hus­ kies attacked again. On third down, Jeremiah Gilbert laid a hit on the ball carrier for Forbush which once again knocked the ball loose to al- Post photo by Michael Graybeal Aaron Scott (#13 middle) and the Huskies' offensive line protect Daniel Wain (right) during this pass play on Friday night. This week in Husky sports 0.0 53 3 10 4 pi iwcv_/ v j y The scoreboard tells the story for the Huskies during their 53-0 victory over Forbush. low Greyson Wells to fall on Brandon Rinehart and then by the Falcons for the first it for the Huskies and for the a fourteen-yard pass play to Husky turnover of the game. second straight possession for Nick May. However, a fumble Turnovers continued to Forbush, fumbles caused Ashe by the Huskies was recovered See Football, page 7A to take over in good position. Ashe wasted no time and af­ ter only four plays, the Hus­ kies added six more points off of a fourteen-yard touchdown run by Aaron Scott. On the two-point conversion, Daniel Wain connected with Ethan Graybeal on the right side of the endzone to give the Hus­ kies a 14-0 lead with 1:34 re­ maining in the first quarter. Forbush continued to suf­ fer offensively on their next drive. Having only allowed a combined total of six plays in their first two possessions for Forbush, Ashp's defense trot­ ted on the field for Forbush's third possession confident and once again stopped the Falcons' offense for a short possession. On three plays, Forbush was backed up eight yards to face a fourth down and eighteen yards remain­ ing and the Falcons punted the ball to the Huskies. The Huskies' offense moved the Post photo by Michael Graybeal ball down field with a thir­ Aaron Scott dives into the endzone for a touchdown for the ty-eight yard pass play to Huskies. Come-from-behiiid game 4 victory wins match by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor The Huskies volleyball teams concluded the regular season last Thursday with a home match against the North Wilkes Vikings. The Huskies were able to end the season with a victory in both the JV and Varsity match. In the JV match, Ashe earned the 2-0 victory with game scores of 25-14 and 25-9 for the team's fifth victory of the season. The season was summed up by Coach Scott Grubb who commented: "The season was a pleasure. It was a good group of girls and we learned a lot and they were also very patient." Following the JV match, the varsity teams took the court for a close MVAC match. The match was special for the Huskies who honored their lone senior, Larken Mikeal. Larken is a four-year member of the volleyball team and is a large asset to not only the performance of the team but also their qualities of a team. Larken serves as the team's only captain as long as the team's only senior. Larken has remained a consistent player for the Huskies throughout the entire season and is one of the team's leader in serv­ ing percentages. The Huskies took the court meaning business in game one and defeated the Vikings 25-17. North Wilkes rebound­ ed in game two to tie the match at one game each with the 25-20 retaliating win, but Ashe pulled ahead two games to one with a 25-20 victory in game three. Ashe sealed the victory with a 25-17 victory in game four to win their third game and to win the match also. After gaining the one game lead after game one, the Vi­ kings came out strong in the second game. Following an early deficit, the Huskies battled out of the hole and tied the game at 8-8 but then the Vikings once again pulled ahead and gained an 18-12 lead. The Vikings would then maintain that lead to win game two 25-20. Game three was a different story for the Huskies though. The game was back and forth for the entire game. With the Huskies the victory. The victory over North Wilkes placed the Huskies in sixth place in the MVAC at the conclusion of confer­ ence play with a record of 48. However, the record and seeding of the Huskies is de­ ceiving when you look back at the season. The third place team, North Surry suffered a loss to the Huskies to open the season up, Surry Central also lost the first match up between the teams, and then Wilkes Central narrowly beat the Huskies in both match­ es. The Huskies started the conference tournament on Monday with an away match at North Surry against the Greyhounds. Results were unavailable at press time. Post photo by Michael Graybe Annie Hegar drills this ball across the net for a Huskie point during their rally in game four against the Vikings. Soccer shuts out Alleghany, 7-0 by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor Post photo by Michael Graybeal Senior Larken Mikeal leads the come-back rally during game four with excellent serving. Larken is the only senior for the Huskies during the 2007 season. % The varsity men's soccer team was able to rebound af­ ter a tough series of games when they hosted the Al­ leghany Trojans in a non-con­ ference match on Thursday. Following tough losses to Starmount and Surry Cen­ tral, the Huskies were able to shutout the Trojans 7-0 to get back on the winning note. The Huskies had multiple goal scorers but were led by Chase Smith who had four assists in the game. Manuel Perez scored two goals, Evan Gray had two goals, Derry Nixon, Lalo Montayo, and Josh Newell also added a goal each in the Huskies' win. Derry Nixon added an assist with his goal and Dan Zeller also recorded an assist in the victory. Sam Price was in the net for the Huskies and recorded a shutout during the friendly non-conference match. The Huskies returned to action last night when they hosted the score tied at 15-15, An- from-behind victory to end nie Hegar had a spike for the the match. The Huskies found Huskies to give them a slight themselves at the wrong side 16-15 lead. The Huskies then of an early 11-3 deficit. With expanded that lead to 19-16 good serving, smart plays at and then maintained that the net, and overall determi­ lead till the score was 23-18. nation, the Huskies were able Caitlin Elliot earned the next to battle back and cut the point for the Huskies with a Vikings' lead to 15-14. Ashe spike and then a huge block would continue to battle and at the net by Elliott gave the tied the score at 17-17. Ashe Huskies their twenty-fifth was determined to win the point of the game for the game game and the match exploded victory and to pull ahead two at this point and score eight unanswered points to win the games to one. In game four, a victory by game and the match 25-17. Ashe would give them the With the score 22-17, an ace match victory, but a loss would by Larken Mikeal brought the and the^wilDbe^traveling1 to send the game to a tiebreaker Huskies within two points, Oak Hill Academy tomorrow game five. Ashe took care of then back-to-back plays at for another non-conference business with a huge come- the net by Caitlin Elliott gave friendly match. P°St ph0t° by Mi°hael Graybea' Chase Smith CreditS 0ne kies' 7"° victory over teammate. °f hiS fOUr assists durin9 the Hus" Alleghany with this cross to his open �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2007 PAGE 7 A SPORTS Indoor Soccer League Registration Saturday, October 20 9 a.m. till Noon at State Drywall (in Warrensville) Ages 2nd grade thru 8th grade Cost: 1 Kid: $40,2 Kids: $70, 3 Kids: $95 For more info, call 336-877-7994 or 336-877-4262 Ashe Youth Basketball League Registration Skyline/Skybest- Teal Emanuel Ledezma, Austin Bennett, Belen Ledezma, Caleb Hart. Lucas Miller, William Miller, Alex Ritter, Matt Ritter, Matthew Ball, Matthew Caudill, Cole Price, John Ball, Scelty Lewis, Tanner Rominger, Joe Calhoun, Jamison Cline, Alexis Parks, Jonathan Nichols, Coach Mike Miller, Coach Ed Doer, Coach James Cline The team picture was unavailable at press time of the Ashe Youth Soccer Salute. We apologize for the delay of the publication Footballs continued from page 6A plague the Falcons as they had already committed two turnovers in the game. Af­ ter earning a first down, the Falcons on third down were only three yards shy of a first down. On the third down play, Dylan Brown was able to recover the third fumble by Forbush for the Falcons' third turnover of the game and Ashe once again took over possession with good field position on their own twen­ ty-nine yard line. The Hus­ kies' offensive line cleared the path for Aaron Scott on the next possession as Scott picked up fifteen yards on three carries and then a eigh­ teen-yard pass completion to Dakota Price set up the score for the Huskies. With the ball spotted on the four yard line, Daniel Wain elected to keep the ball on a quarterback , option to the right side and & squeezed into the corner of r, the endzone for the Huskies' n. touchdown. Following the exgo tra-point by Dakota Price, the Huskies led the Falcons 21-0 locwith 6:16 minutes remaining avan the first half, saic Trailing 21-0, the Falcons' ffense showed some life on leir following possession, ith two rushes for a comled total of nineteen yards d three pass completions twenty-six yards, the Fals were able to gain three downs. However, the kies' defense once again ied the Falcons on their set of downs. The defen•.top for the Huskies on bush fourth down althe Huskies' offense S again have good field starting near midfie continued to experiin their r passing 0 "anTid a long fonty-two yartL play to Brandon sing moved the ball down IT .Ven-yard line for the ('ncccess foI lowing possession for Forbush Ashe held the Vafcons to only three yards on three Plays. On fourth down; the $30 Registration Fee At: Blue Ridge Elementary Mountain View Elementary 7:15 p.m. 10-14 Division Red Devils - Red vs Antiques on Main - Gray Westwood Elementary deep to return the punt from the Falcons and returned the twenty-six yard punt for thir­ ty-four yards to move the ball down to Forbush's twentynine yard line. A personal foul by Forbush on the play moved the ball down to the fourteenyard line for Ashe and the Huskies' offense struck on the first play. On first down, Ashe went to the air and Kelsey Combs connected with Greyson Wells for a fourteen-yard touchdown reception. Follow­ ing the extra-point by Price, Ashe led 53-0 with the entire fourth quarter remaining to be played. The fourth and final quar­ ter was a defensive showcase for both teams as neither team could move the ball into the endzone and the Huskies' defense was able to maintain a shutout of the Falcons and cruised to a 53-0 victory to even the Huskies' record for the season at 4-4 and 2-1 in MVAC play. The highlight of the game for the Huskies was the re­ turn of Tavin Holman to the Post photo by Michael Graybeal Greyson Wells brings the Forbush ball carrier down for a Huskies' defensive score with this safety. lineup for the Huskies. Hoiman was recovering from an injury to the leg and Hus­ kies' fans were delighted to see his return to the lineup. Another good sight to Husky fans is the continued success of sophomore Aaron Scott for the Huskies' offense. Scott's running combined with the performance thus far by Da­ vid Grubb has proved to be a success for the Huskies as they both have combined for 970 yards on the season. Grubb was not in the lineup for the Huskies Friday night due to precaution as he expe­ rienced a slight injury during the week prior to the game, but is expected to return to the lineup for the Huskies' next game this Friday at Starmount. The game is scheduled to start at 7:30 in East Bend at Starmount High School. Premium Brand. Affordable Price Post photo by Michael Graybeal Daniel Wain dodges two Forbush tacklers to squeeze into the corner of the endzone for one of his two rushing touchdowns in the Huskies 53-0 victory Friday night. MS 170 Chain Saw BG 55 Handheld Blower *17995 of Jefferson presents the ATHLETE of the WEEK Our Athletes of the Week are Ivey Tant, Lorna Vega, Rachel Curcio, and Roxanne Thomas. Tant and Vega finished first in MVAC Women's Tennis Doubles Tournament while L:R: Roxanne Thomas, Rachel Curcio and Thomas Curcio, Lorna Vega, IveyTant finished second. died fh f°r FOrbU8h Ad­ dled the snap and Ashe was able to resume possesS when hat the punter fell 0n the ball to create the turnover on downs and Ashe's offense started their drive at the Fal cons ten-yard line with only forty seconds remaining in g In the first half. Ashe wasted no time in scoring when that Daniel Wain connected with Ethan Graybeal on the first play for a ten-yard touchdown pass, and then the converted ex­ tra-point by Price took Ashe's lead to 35-0 heading into halftime. een.us Following the halftime in- • termission, the Huskies continued to play hard despite a O controlling lead. Following a . . quick possession for the Fal- 11 Lane 3ons, the Huskies had pos-»n NC 28694 tession around midfield, but aced a third and long situa-O By CVS _ion. On the failed third-down_ inversion, the Huskies elect / 9 a.m. till Noon Magic Home Entertainment - Light Blue vs River Otters Guide Service - Green The Falcons trailing 35-0 could not get a break as on their next possession, once again struggled to mount any offense. After little gain on first and second down, they faced a third and six yards remaining. Ashe's defensive line stopped the Falcons' ball carrier in the back field for a two yard loss to set up the fourth down punt. On fourth and long, the long snapper for the Falcons sent the snap sailing over the punter's head, but the punter was able to re­ cover the high snap. Greyson Wells then made contact with the punter and brought him down in the Huskies' endzone for the second safety for Ashe's defense on the night and Ashe led 37-0 with 4:45 minutes remaining in the third quarter. Following the Ashe kickoff, both teams traded pos­ sessions, which both resulted in punts for both teams. On Forbush's second possession, Wain, and then Price's extraAshe once again stopped the point increased the Huskies' offensive attack, which led to lead to. 35-0. another punt.Aaron Scott was on a ( F r j t nJ o bush was stil oreless. With a twe eight-point lead, Ashe's d se continued to play to against the Falcons offien For Boys and Girls in 3rd through 6th grade Saturday, October 20 and Saturday, October 27 6 p.m. 7-9 Division ed to punt and a fifty-three yard punt by Dylan Brown was downed on the Falcons' one-yard line for excellent defensive positioning for the Huskies. The Falcons faced a long 99-yard field and also a determined Huskies' defense. On first and second down, the Falcons managed to gain six yards for some breathing space, but on third down, Ryan Shepherd and Buster Phillips busted into the Falcons' back field and brought down the Falcons' quarterback in the endzone for a safety earning the Huskies two points. Following the safety, the kickoff'by Forbush was sent into the arms of Dakota Price for the Huskies. With some huge blocks, Price was able to return the ball to the Falcons' nineteen yard line to give Ashe's offense excellent posi­ tioning for their next drive. A twelve-yard rush by Brandon Rinehart set up a seven-yard touchdown run by Daniel aski Aaron Scott then So thtai] for the Huskies fovving a three-yard 1 he' ^C' Was a^e inf° nd^e for a touchdown wuh' 1 jVAr-yard touchdown rnn pvf,' ja Price sent the thp "P°% attempt through gl5J°r twlT.e,ghr th<? 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The public "Wings" will feature art is invited to the opening quilts, handmade felt reception for the artists wall hangings, clay, pot­ on Thursday, October 18 tery, non-traditional from 5 to 7 pm. sculptural figurines, po­ This eclectic group etry and paintings. of artists began meet­ For more information ing in 2000 to explore on this exhibit or the new directions and cut­ exhibit schedule please ting edge techniques in contact the Arts Council their various art forms. at 336-846-ARTS. Mountain Aii-e Enter seafood & steaks A the Mt. Aire Seafood / Jefferson Post 7/Football (Contest Each weekly winner will be entered into a drawing to be held at Mountain Aire Seafood for a $50.00 Gift Certificate at the end of the Football Contest in December. Please see our Friday editions for the winner information for the weekly Football Contest. 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Although Mabry King is 87, she still lives in the Fleetwood Falls Subdivision and takes a great deal of interest in its prog­ ress. The company has been joined by a third generation, as Milton and Mabry King's dream continues through two grandsons. The Fleetwood Falls® com­ munity consists of over 500 acres. Two new sections have recently been subdivided into lots with some of them over one acre and all boasting beautiful views. Both David K. King and his son, David T. King, are fully licensed and insured General Contrac­ tors. They use innovative and energy-efficient methods of building, including SIP (Structurally Insulated Pan­ els). Fleetwood Falls, Inc., services include lot sales, de­ signing and building homes within and without the sub- Inc.: Thomas M. King, Jr., David K. King, David T. King, Layne McGuire, and Amber Frankis, are Real Estate Bro­ kers and are also members of the Ashe County Board of Re­ altors, as well as Ashe County Multiple Listings Service. Fleetwood Falls® has over 175 homes in a gated commu­ nity that has been developed these 40 years maintaining the natural beauty of Ashe County. The subdivision of­ fers year-round living and has underground utilities, a community water system, road maintenance, snow and ice removal and paved roads. There is a lake for fishing and swimming, hiking trails and common area access to the south fork of the New River. Only time will tell what the next 40 years will bring, but you can be assured that Fleetwood Falls, Inc., by the divine hand and mercy of God, will continue in its desire to Fleetwood Falls founder Mabry King and her sons, Thomas M. King Jr. and David K. King. division, remodeling existing homes, and selling and erect­ ing metal buildings. The en­ tire staff of Fleetwood Falls, to include horses in addition to cattle, sheep and goats. The program is made pos­ sible by a $500,000 grant from the Golden LEAF Foundation. The program can help live­ stock producers pay for trans­ portation of hay and alterna­ tive feeds, such as cornstalks and soybean hay, purchased in North Carolina and trucked to their farms. Livestock owners will be reimbursed a percent­ age of their transportation costs, not to exceed 50 percent. "The Golden LEAF Foun­ dation wants to assist live­ stock operations in the state through this program," said Valeria Lee, president of Gold­ en LEAF. Livestock owners must submit an application to the NCDA&CS by Dec. 31. Ap­ plications and eligibility cri­ teria are available on the NCDA&CS Hay Alert Web site, www.ncagr.com/HayAlert. Farmers also can request an application by calling toll free 1-866-506-6222 weekdays from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Act now on hay, Troxler urges farmers WAYNESVILLE - Agri­ culture Commissioner Steve Troxler last week urged North Carolina livestock owners to act now to buy hay and feed for their animals for the winter. "Some livestock owners might be thinking that they have plenty of time to stock their barns with hay or alter­ native feed for the winter, but that isn't the case," Troxler said during a drought briefing for media at the Mountain Re­ search Station. "Corn stover is suitable for feeding cattle and horses, but the supply is dwin­ dling quickly. Farmers need to buy now while this feed is available. Don't wait until the barn is empty." Troxler also announced that Golden Hay Relief, a program that offers assistance with in­ state hay-transportation ex­ penses, is expanding its scope Ski Expo planned Timed with the arrival of cold air, the High Country ski resorts and ski and board shops invite everyone to visit them at the Boone Mall Octo­ ber 19 through 21 to view and purchase the latest in ski/board equipment and receive pre-season discounts on equipment, apparel, and season passes. This is an inaugural event that the High Country's ski industry hopes will develop into an annual event. Custom­ ers can gear-up for the winter season at discounted prices and register to win a pair of Dy­ namic Slalom Skis and other goodies. "Tlaisuui opportunity to make local people aware of what is available in our own backyard," said Gil Adams, marketing di­ rector at Beech Mountain. Participants in the expo include Appalachian Ski Mountain, Beech Mountain, Hawksnest Ski Resort, Sugar Mountain, First Tracks, Farm­ er's Ski Shop, Edge of the World Snowboard Shop, Extreme Ski and Board, SkiNC and support­ ing industry representatives. "We want to get out and meet folks at the Expo, show some new products and get people excited about sluing," said Robin Greene, proprietor of Farmer's Ski Shop in Boone. The Ski Expo takes place from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and from 12:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, October 19, 20 and 21. For more information call 828-963-6561. PUBLIC NOTICE Ashe County is presently accepting bids for water/sewer infrastructure for the Hampton Inn Hotel Project to be located in West Jefferson NC. Specifications for the project may be obtained at the Town of West Jefferson Town Hall, 3 South Jefferson Avenue between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Interested parties should submit bid(s) to the Office of the County Manager. Ashe County Govern­ ment. 150 Government Circle, Suite 2500, Jefferson, NC 28640 by 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 23, 2007. Inquires should be directed to the Engineer of Record. Summey Engineering Associates, (336) 328-0902. All proposals should be sealed in opaque envelopes that are clearly labeled as "Hampton Inn Hotel Water/Sewer Infrastructure." Bidders must make positive efforts to utilize small and minor­ ity-owned subcontractors and suppliers. Minority and women-owned, historically underutilized, and disadvantaged businesses tire strongly urged to participate. Proposals will be opened at 4:00 p.m. on October 23rd and will be turned over to the County Man­ ager and the Director of Economic Development for formal review and award recommendation. The County reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Dr. Patricia Mitchell Director of Economic Development October 16, 2007 V Pit stop for Prizes Entry | Race I Form Subway 500 Martinsville Speedway 10-21-07 I Race Winner, Your Name I State. • Osteoporosis $29 Blood Screening .Zip. TIE BREAKER: (PLEASE GUESS THE NUMBER OF CAUTIONS DURING THIS RACE) Complete lipids 8c diabetic panel • Complete two liver panels $25 I Presented by Ultrascreen, Inc. Mail this form to: Jefferson Post, PO Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694, or bring by our office at 203 S. 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PIT STOP F 8 A.M.-Until 1-877-763-3344 OBSERVATION DECK Jefferson Post / NASCAR Saturday, October 20,2007 Appointments Required: THE { C0MH£ll{ffSO15 jMlSS ClNCER THAT UmtAsouNDS FIND a West Jefferson firm with Medical Director Dr. Lynn Borchert on site for same day results. (NOT Afflicated with LifeLine) grow and protect the beauty and majesty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. 866-380-2458 (336) 246-2611 THE Place to Win! CCS, Inc.® YAMAHA of Jefferson wi'r �PAGE 10A TUESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy 140-Help Wanted Cement truck driver. 40 plus hours a week, CDL required, experi­ ence preferred. Good salary. Call 828-2654884. CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm Deerfield Ridge Assist­ ed Living is hiring Diet­ ary Aides - FT and PT. Benefits available. Great working condi­ tions. Apply in person 287 Bamboo Rd Boone, NC 828-264-0336 CLASSIFIED DEADLINES Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANKYOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER S NOTICE: All real estate advertising In this newspapor Is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which mnkos it illegal to advertise any preferences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, financial status or national, origin includes children un­ der the age of 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate which is In violation of the law. Our readers are here by informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 60-Cards of Thanks & Memorials Commercial or residen­ tial cleaning. For more information call 977-1599 or 977-4933. 100-General Services 4 PIANO SERVICE Call for free estimate Larry Carmichael 336-372-4247 140-Help Wanted Carpenter helper. Must have at least 5 years experience, own transportation, and references. Call after 6 p.m. 846-1286. WENDY'S Immediate Openings for full - time / part time crew membersEarn competitive wag­ es as you learn the res­ taurant industry! No ex­ perience required, flexi­ ble scheduling, free uniforms, meals, shoes. Apply in person - 1016 Blowing Rock Rd. Boone, NC, NO PHONES CALLS, PLEASE! (e.o.e.) 235-Christmas Trees BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. For SALE Solid Oak OIHausen Pool Table. Three piece Marble Top. All accessories included.$1500.00 You move! Call 4 more info. Jamie 336-384-1121 HOUSE­ HOLD ITEMS, SHOP TOOLS. CHRISTMAS TREE ITEMS I.E. NETTERS, CHAINSAWS, STANDS. TOO MANY ITEMS TO MENTION. 336-657-1720 Labor & Delivery RN 7pm to 7am The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. 310-Musical 330-Pets Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information Free kittens 3 males, 1 white and gray, 1 silver-blue, 1 long haired tabby. Call 877-2649 PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 For sale : Fraser Fir Old barns and chimJ Christmas trees #1 and neys in Ashe Co., will better: 125 9-10 foot, remove. '336-877-j 700 8-9 foot. 336-877- 0124. 5158 or 336-977-6705. One ton truck with Ask for Edward dump bed. 336-877Hartzog. 3124. Fraser Fir Christmas Trees available in all sizes. Call for Pricing 336-877-7167 260-Garage/Yard Sales YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time 2 times $9.50 $15.00 Copy and payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tuesday Edition Friday by 9 am Friday Edition Wednesday by 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. 290-Horses & Livestock PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 300Miscellaneous For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 For rent 3/4 bedroom 2 bath 1600sq.ft. wide, dish double washer, monitor heat er. Excellent condition No pets. 3 miles north of Jefferson. Security and references re quired. $600/mo. 846 7674 or 877-6872. House in the country. Baldwin community, Todd. 2 story, 7 room house. 3 bedrooms up­ stairs, living room, kitchen, dining room, bath, bedroom down stairs, wrap around covered porch, spring house with running cold water and a gar­ den spot, remodeled 7 years ago with new windows and siding. Absolutely no animals allowed. Call 276-6282472. 7:30 a.m - 4 p.m. Nights and weekends 276-623-9580. Ask for Bob. Little Classifieds... Grands - Consoles new & rebuilt - We lease, buy, move, tune, refinish & rebuild pianos Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. BIG RESULTS! pruce Hill Apts Appli­ cations are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC *One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments 'Handicapped accessible •Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 VALLEYVIEW APARTMENTS #1,#2,#3 Located on Valleyview Drive and Martin Street in Jefferson N.C. is presently ac­ cepting applications for one, two and three Dedroom apartments. Rental assistance is given based on availaDility and qualifica tions. Apply MondayFriday 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. at 246 Lawson Lane Jefferson, N.C or call for an appoint ment at 846-7874 or 846-7377. Equal Housing Opportunity tU EQUAL HOUM40 Equal Housing Opportunity 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 1989 Chevrolet Scottsdale 4x4 pick up 175 k miles looks and runs great $2000.00 firm. 336-846-1819. SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent Available to rent Febru­ ary 10-17, 2008. For Daytona week. St. Au­ gustine Beach Resort town house. 2 bed­ room, sleeps 6, with fully equipt kitchen. 51 miles or 1 hour to inter­ national speedway in Daytona Beach. $1200 or will sell floating time share week for $9,900. 336-877-8842. FOR QUICK RESULTS!, Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our "for rent" sections. Call us at 336-846-7164 Appalachian Ski Mtn. is now taking applications from enthusiastic, customer service oriented individuals for fulltime seasonal employment for the upcoming ski season beginning November 16th. Applications are being accepted for the following areas: Snowmaking Restaurant Reservations Ice Skating Nursery Lift Operations Office Gift Shop Security Terrain Park Ski Shop Ticket Cashiers Equipment Rentals Apply in person at the Main Office on the lower level of the lodge 9am-4pm, Monday-Friday 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent 336-620-2915 J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 Ashe Memorial Hospi­ tal is seeking a two full-time Labor & Delivery RNs. The individual must be a RN registered by the state of North Carolina, current, CPR certifica­ Charges tion, 2 years practi­ Rates depend on size cal of ad and number of labor & delivery and runs. Please call post partum nursing Classified Dept. experience and previ­ for information. ous computer expe­ Mail orders should be rience preferred. Salary commensurate with sent with payment to: experience, good benefits and excellent Classified Advertising working conditions. The Jefferson Post Mail resume to Human PO Box 808 Resources, Ashe Me­ West Jefferson, NC morial Hospital, 28694 200 Hospital Ave., Jefferson, NC 28640 (We accept personal or fax resume to check, Visa or (336)846-0706 or Master Card) email to hr@ashememorial.org Visit Telephone: our website at (336) 846-7164 www.ashememorial.org Fax: for more details about (336) 846-7165 the position. e-mail: Need a new job? classified® jeffersonpost.com Look in Web: The Jefferson Post www.jeffersonpost.com Classifieds! 30-Special Notices 300Miscellaneous DEAL? 1195-Legals First time home buy­ ers!!! Government backed loans!! No down payments. DoublewidesModularsLand home packages...Turn key New Generation Homes of Wilkesboro 336-973-4462 tute trustee will expose for sale at public auc­ tion to the highest bid­ der for cash at the usu­ al place of sale at the county courthouse of said county at 1:00 PM on October 24,2007 the following described real estate and any other improvements which may be situated thereon, in Ashe Coun­ ty, North Carolina, and being more particularly described as follows: Homes! Homes! Homes! Financing! Fi­ nancing! STOP rent­ ing BUY NOW!! Low interest rate Govern­ ment backed Loans! That certain lot of par­ New Generation cel of land situated in Homes of Wilkesboro the City of Jefferson, Jefferson Township, 336-973-4462. Ashe County, North I have 8 clearance Carolina and more par­ models that must go. ticularly described as Save thousands, new follows: credit programs, land home packages, modu- Being lot Nos. 102, lars, double wides and 103, 104, and 105 of single wides. Get your the H.F. Cook Property new home for Christ­ in or near the Town of mas. Call Big George Jefferson, North Caroli­ 336-981-4194 or 336- na, as shown on plat of 902-6372. Please the same prepared by leave message. Earl L. Caudill, Regis­ tered Land Surveyor, NEW GENERATION which plat is recorded HOMES... WHERE in the Office of the CONSTRUCTION Register of Deeds of COUNTS! Quality 2x4 Ashe County in Plat construction through Book No. 2, at Page out our homes!! 40% 33, to which recorded more lumber in our plat reference is hereby homes!!! Come and made for specific loca­ see for yourself!! 5 year tion and description of warranty with every said lots, and said plat home we sell offering being by reference, the finest manufactured made a part of hereof. home in Wilkesboro 336-973-4462. And Being more com­ RED HOT HOME SALE!!! First Come First Sold. 8 New Homes Must Go. Dou­ ble Wides, Singles Wides, 2 Land Homes and Modular Homes. Call Freedom Homes Wilkesboro 336-9732335. RENTERS!! tired of paying rent? Govern­ ment backed loans!! Easy financing... Low interest New Genera­ tion Homes of Wilkes­ boro 336-973-4462 530-Lots & Acreage Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 535-Commercial Property Jefferson office space. Across from post office upstairs. 4/5 rooms. $400 a month plus utilities. Call Annie 336-846-1657. 1075-Handy Man Young man looking for sheet rock work, with some experience. 384-9247 or 620-1421. Classifieds make "Cent*' 'Cents make Dollars" 1195-Legals IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE OF NORTH CAROLI­ NA SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION ASHE COUNTY 07 SP 95 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF A DEED OF TRUST EXECUTED BY JERRY L. SHEP­ HERD DATED OCTO­ BER 26, 2006 AND RECORDED IN BOOK 356 AT PAGE 969 IN THE ASHE COUNTY PUBLIC REGISTRY, NORTH CAROLINA NOTICE OF SALE Pursuant to a Court or­ FALL SPECIAL: 1400 der and under and by sq ft home. 3 or 4 bed­ virtue of the power and rooms.... 2x6 exterior authority contained in walls thermopane win­ the above-referenced dows.. crown molding., deed of trust and be­ leaded glass front door cause of default in the elevated roof pitch with payment of the secured 12 inch eaves!!! One indebtedness and fail­ piece fiberglass tubs ure to perform the stip­ only $54,900.00 set ulation and agreements and delivered with pier therein contained and, footers!!! BEST deal in pursuant to demand of 3 counties.... New Gen­ the owner and holder eration Homes 336- of the secured debt, the undersigned substi973-4462. monly know as : 206 Dogwood Circle, Jefferson, NC 28640 The record owner(s) of the property to be of­ fered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance "AS IS, WHERE IS". Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust, being foreclosed, nor the officer, direc­ tors, attorneys, employ­ ees, agents or author­ ized representative of either Trustee or the holder of the note make any representa­ tion or warranty relating to the title or any physi­ cal, environmental, health or safety condi­ tions existing in, on, at or relating to the prop­ erty being offered for sale. Any and all re­ sponsibilities or liabili­ ties arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition ex­ pressly are disclaimed. This sale is made sub­ ject to all prior liens and encumbrances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hun­ dred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of sale. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. Following the expiration of the statu­ tory upset period, all remaining amounts are IMMEDIATELY DUE AND OWING. Failure to remit funds in a time­ ly manner will result in a Declaration of Default and any deposit will be frozen pending the out­ come of any re-sale. SPECIAL NOTICE FOR LEASEHOLD TENANTS: If you are a tenant residing in the property, be advised that an Order for Pos­ session of the property may be issued in favor of the purchaser. Also, if your lease began or was renewed on or af­ ter October 1, 2007, be advised that you may terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days written notice to the landlord. You may be liable for rent due under the agreement prorated to the effec­ tive date of the termi­ nation. 1195-Legals 1195-Legals any representation or warranty relating to the title or any physical, environmental, health Grady Ingle or safety conditions ex­ Substitute Trustee isting in, on, at or relat­ 8520 Cliff Cameron ing to the property be­ Drive, Suite 300 ing offered for sale, Charlotte, NC 28269 and any and all respon­ (704)333-8107 sibilities or liabilities http://shapiroattorneys. arising out of or in any com/nc way relating to any such condition ex­ NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE pressly are disclaimed. Also, this property is Under and by virtue of being sold subject to all the power of sale con­ taxes, special assess­ tained in a certain ments, and prior liens Deed of Trust made by or encumbrances of re­ Joseph Gullia to Re­ cord and any recorded becca W. Shaia, Trust­ releases. ee^), dated the 18th A cash deposit or cash­ day of July, 2005, and ier's check (no person­ recorded in Book al checks) of five per­ 00332. Page 0412. cent (5%) of the pur­ Ashe County Registry, chase price, or seven North Carolina, default hundred fifty dollars having been made in ($750.00), whichever is the payment of the greater, will be required note thereby secured at the time of the sale. by the said Deed of THIS IS A COMMUNI­ FROM A Trust and the under­ CATION COLLECTOR. signed, Substitute DEBT Trustee Services, Inc. THE PURPOSE OF COMMUNICA­ having been substitut­ THIS ed as Trustee in said TION IS TO COLLECT Deed of Trust by an in­ A DEBT AND ANY IN­ OB­ strument duly recorded FORMATION WILL BE in the Office of the TAINED FOR THAT Register of Deeds of USED Ashe County, North PURPOSE, except as Carolina and the holder stated below in the of the note evidencing instance of bankrupt­ said indebtedness hav­ cy protection. ing directed that the IF YOU ARE UNDER PROTECTION Deed of Trust be fore­ THE closed, the under­ OF THE BANKRUPT­ signed Substitute CY COURT OR HAVE Trustee will offer for BEEN DISCHARGED sale at the Courthouse AS A RESULT OF A Door in the City of Jef­ BANKRUPTCY PRO­ ferson, Ashe County, CEEDING, THIS NO­ North Carolina at 12:00 TICE IS GIVEN TO pm on October 24, YOU PURSUANT TO RE­ 2007 and will sell to the STATUTORY AND highest bidder for cash QUIREMENT the following real es­ FOR INFORMATION­ tate situated in the AL PURPOSES AND County of Ashe, North IS NOT INTENDED AS ATTEMPT TO Carolina, and being AN more particularly de­ COLLECT A DEBT OR AS AN ACT TO scribed as follows: BEING LOT No. 19 as COLLECT, ASSESS, shown on a plat of OR RECOVER ALL Town View Estates, OR ANY PORTION OF DEBT FROM which appear of record THE in the Ashe County YOU PERSONALLY. Public Registry in Plat This 3rd day of Octo­ Book 5, at Page 5, at ber, 2007 Page 532, to which re­ SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE SERVICES, corded plat reference is hereby made for a INC. metes and bounds de­ SUBSTITUTE scription of said lot. TRUSTEE Being NUMBER ONE This date of this Notice is October 10, 2007. Together with improve­ ments located thereon; said property being lo­ cated at 716 Townview Drive, West Jefferson, North Carolina. Trustee may, Trustee's sole tion, delay the up to one hour vided in Should the property be purchased by a third party, that person must pay the tax of FortyFive Cents ($0.45) per One Hundred Dollars ($100.00) required by NCGS §7A-308(a)(1). The property to be offered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, transfer and convey­ ance "AS IS. WHERE IS." Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust/security agreement, or both, be­ ing foreclosed, nor the officers, directors, at­ torneys, employees, agents or authorized representative of either the Trustee or the hold­ er of the note make This year, more than 172,000 people will be diagnosed with lung cancer, and more than 163,000 will die making it America's NUMBER ONE cancer killer. But new treatments offer hope. Join Lung Cancer Alliance in the fight against this disease. LUNG CANCER ALLIANCE lungcanceralliance.org GET OUT OF LINE watt in MUAUgtM Slow you don't have to linn gO*iJf«Mv*>»fe, tor and information because now the government officially online at FlrstGov.gov. FirstGov.gov The official web portal 1190-Wood For Sale of the Federjl Government fur government Information by phone, rail l-miO-M-0'lNFO (J-SM-MMMUI. Fire wood, pick-up loads, low bow loads. Maple and cherry. 336846-8574. II s. General Services:Administration A R T . A S K in the discre­ sale for as pro­ NCGS §45-21.23. v BY: Attorney at Law The Law Firm of Hutchens, Senter & Britton, P.A. Attorneys for Substitute Trustee Services, Inc. Subject to that certain Restrictive Covenants and Restrictions Agree­ affecting said P.O. Box 1028 ment subdivision which ap­ 4317 Ramsey Street pears of record in the Fayetteville, North Car­ Ashe County Public olina 28311 Registry in Book 240, at Pages 649-650, to §aie§,com which reference is Case No: 867.122886 hereby made. And being that same property described in that certain deed from Millers Creek Lumber Company, Inc. to Gary M. Wagoner and wife, Starr S. Wagoner, dat­ ed June 2, 1999, and of record in the Ashe County Public Registry in Book 240 at Page 1969. is nothing to celebrate. F O R M O K E . (fWJ • For more information about the importance of arts education, please contact www.AmericansForTheA rts.org. V AMERICANS •^ARTS ca 3 oa CO CO ca CO CO 5 CD J Wilkes Community College Bookstore Cashier/ Merchandising Clerk For more Information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu INSURANCE Licensed CSIpflB Agency ir^ Jefferson, N§| Independent Agency Full Benefits Call: 336-246-lfflli ^ MERCURY fcjp Hmho Join tli® winning Tetm! Minimum 5yrs experience with references. Must have own tools and be able to pass drug test. Pay negotiated with experience. Excellent health care benefits. Mon-Fri Full Time �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2007 PAGE 11A COMMUNITY NEWS Highway honors Parsons 3 qualify as paralegals at Vannoy 8c Reeves .Raleigh — Gov. Mike Easley today joined other state and local officals, as well as members of the NASCAR •racing community, to dedi­ cate a five-mile stretch of •U.S. 421 in Wilkes County from the Watauga County line to the community of Maple Springs in honor of famed racecar driver and Emmy-award winning com­ mentator Benny Parsons. A ceremony officially naming the highway for Parsons was held on the grounds of the Benny Parsons Racing Mu­ seum in Wilkesboro. "Over the course of his ca­ reer Benny achieved numer­ ous accolades for his work as both a racecar driver and a commentator, becoming a household name among those who follow the sport of racing," Easley said. "Nam­ ing this highway in his hon­ or helps recognize the last­ ing contribution he made to an industry that was born in North Carolina and contin­ ues to play an important role in the culture and economy of our state." A Wilkes County native, Parsons began his racing ca­ reer in 1963 and was a suc­ cessful driver for both the Automobile Racing Club of America and NASCAR until his retirement in 1988. He then became known for his work as a racing commenta­ tor, which included hosting the internationally syndi­ cated radio show "Fast Talk with Benny Parsons/Per­ formance Racing Network (PRN) Radio" and serving as a color commentator for NASCAR on the TNT, NBC and ESPN television net­ works. Parsons was inducted into the International Mo­ tor Sports Hall of Fame in 1994 and the Motor Sports Hall of Fame of America in 2006. He has been honored with the North Carolina Motorsports Industry Lifetime Tribute Award, National Motor Sports Press Associa­ tion Award, Meyers Brothers Award and North Carolina's Order of the Long Leaf Pine. The Wilkes County Board of Commissioners requested the road naming, and the N.C. Board ofTransportation passed a resolution dedicat­ ing the stretch of highway in Parsons' honor in September 2006. Parsons passed away in January. Northwest Lawn Care, Inc. CALHOUN CLEARING & GRADING • Foundations • Drainage/Erosion Control • Land Clearing • Road Construction • Water Gardens & Landscaping Vannoy & Reeves, PLLC announced thai employees Jeannie McNeil, Susan Mast, Melissa Williams, and Dena Busic have qualified as North Carolina State Bar certified paralegals. "We congratulate Jeannie, Susan, Missy, and Dena on this important achievement," said Jim Reeves, managing partner of Vannoy & Reeves. "Their many years of experience and dedication to our firm are a tremendous asset. Cumulatively, they have dedicated seventy-four (74) years to managing the legal needs of the High Country with expertise and enthusiasm." The North Carolina State Bar's Plan for Certification of Paralegals was established to assist in the delivery of legal services to the public by identifying individuals who are qualified by education and training and have demonstrated knowledge, skill, and proficiency to perform substantive legal work under the direction and supervision of a licensed attorney. ( Z H & J EGT I J j | P r o v i d i n g a full lineo f lawn care services for full and part time residents of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. Thomas Reed - Owner 336-246-3434 s445 Wade Vannov Dr. • West Jefferson, NC/ 977-9040 • 846-4688 • 977-4882 Lot Maintenance ^ Minor Landscaping Serving Ashe & Alleghany Counties FREE ESTIMATES 9464 Hwy 16 N • Grassy Creek, NC 28631 "Since 1989" Wesley Calhoun . •- Lawn Services PHP® 336-982-4651 V 336-385-8563 ASHE COUNTY ROOFING FREE ESTIMATES 2$ Years Pxpvrienre Senior Citizens Discounts licensed in \ortli Carolina be YA Install roofing of all kinds Hoof Painting Insured & All Work Guaranteed Serving Wilkes and Surrounding Counties North Wilkesboro TREE SERVICE BOB'S TREE SERVICE \ Serving the High Country «• monm TREE ' STL MP SERVICE) | "Fully Insured" ROOP'S ROOFING tflSnX All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs IT 1 -Tree Trimming • Tree Removal • Dump Truck • Chipper • Clearing Lots • Cutting Views • FREE ESTIMATES Bob Cox FREE ESTIMATES! Owner: Charles Roop Lansing, NC 33^-384-2063 O VER 3 0 Y EARS E XPERIENCE 780 Anderson Hill Rd.# Lansing, NC \CeU:977-2978Home: 384-497R J Cox's Stump Grinding & Tree Service Hedge Trimming, Landscaping, Bush hogging All Dangerous Trees Free Estimates 336-977-1272 or L 336-982-6218 Tree< Sevvtc& Tree Topping, Trimming and Removal Free Estimates Fully Insured 35 Years Experience Phone: 336-246-5634 Cell: 336-977-8701 zenith CONSTRUCTION J &K Construction Decks • Remodeling • Pressure Washing • Replacement Windows • Painting INSURED • FREE ESTIMATES P.O. Box 276 • Warrensville, NC 28693 John Barker 336-384-3222 Kenny Spencer 336-384-2761 • cell: 877-7829' TV'S & HOME THEATRES c^HONIE REPAIRS Appleseed Quality Home Repairs Mountain Welding • Stainless Steel • Aluminum • Mild Steel • Handmade Gales • Commercial • Residential • Customized • Handmade Fences • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation • Basement Remodeling 24 Hnur Welding Service Portable Units for On site Welding Seasonal Opening & Closing All types ot repairs and maintenance tor Ashn County's ONLY NC DOT Certified Pipe Welder Authorized Technicians On Board JO Plus Years Experience your home or business. Ail calls returned. Maintenance Contracts by request. Shop located at: Herb Mckittrick Cell: 336-977-1455 336-384-9192 245 Von Turner Rd. • West Jefferson, NC Phone: 336-877-7511 James Ellis - Owner J 17 years experience EIXCAVATIW Industrial • Commercial • Residential Cp cLiJiz'1 Mountain Field £*cavatmg & Hauling ^Lsctxicaf j jk NoMIOOSMALLfe Contracting Co. Nat nanlosbbr n'el 336-877-5010 Owner Where Quality is a Tradition All Work Guaranteed / Licensed, Bonded & Insured Siding *Rock Work Interior Trim • Patios 'Decks ^"Homesites •Spring Work • Lot Clearing -Basement/Footers 'Ponds 'Ditching 'Driveways • Gravel, Mulch, Dirt 'Buildings Michael Pennington 336-385-2346 Mobile: 336-977-1312 ph: 1-336-620-1241 http://home.eartllnk.net/-npo/ SANITATION SIvRVICK IRWIN DRAFTING AND DESIGN Specializing in: Custom house plans Remodeling plans ^ nsr tii It ~ Sea led model's •MUUUHMBUUUUUUUUi Experienced in the construction industry Jacob Irwin 55 fKcorr\ Hill Road Phone: 336-657-0207 Sparta, N . C . 28675 Email: jacob_irwin@yahoo.com GRAPHIC DESIGN MQQting all your Graphic Design needs. No job too big or too small! 336-982-5145 fireflycanoe@yahoo.com �PAGE 12A TUESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Leonard Severt, Jr. West Jefferson November 16,1937 October 11, 2007 Leonard Severt, Jr., age 69, of West Jefferson, died Thursday morning, October 11, 2007 at his home. Memorial Services will be held on Tuesday, October 16, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. at the Mount Jefferson Presbyteri­ an Church with the Rev. Billy Robinson officiating. Inter­ ment will follow in the West Jefferson City Cemetery with Masonic Rites. Mr. Severt was born in Ashe County on November 16, 1937. He was married to the late Nancy Barr Severt. Leonard spent most of his working career as a school teacher and is known by many as the Driver's Educa­ tion Teacher. He enjoyed golf and fishing and loved his dear Nancy and family. He is survived by: two daughters, Natalie Stuart and husband, Norman, of West Jefferson and Angela Christenbury, of Mooresville, NC; one brother, Johnny Se­ vert of West Jefferson; two sisters, Ruby Miller and Ruth Royal, both of West Jefferson, NC; and two grandchildren. Several nieces and nephews also survive. The family requests that memorials be made to: the Mount Jefferson Presbyteri­ an Church, PO Box 782, West Jefferson, NC 28694. The Severt family will re­ ceive friends from 12:00 noon until 2:00 p.m. Tuesday at the church fellowship hall prior to the memorial sendee. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. James Ray Blevins Lansing June 25,1961 October 12, 2007 James Ray (Jim) Blevins, age 46, of Lansing, the Long Branch community, died Fri­ day evening, October 12,2007 at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, October 16, 2007 at 11:00 a.m., at the Green's Chapel Baptist Church with Rev. Jimmy Wil­ liams and Rev. Russell Sheets officiating. Interment will fol­ low in the Howell Hill Cem­ etery in Lansing, NC. Jim was born in Ashe County on June 25, 1961 to James Alex and Lou Ella Blevins. He was a car sales­ man most of his life. Mr. Blevins is survived by: his wife, Phyllis Jones of the home; two sons, Jimmy Blevins of West Jefferson and Jamie Blevins of West Jef­ ferson; one brother, Roger Blevins of Lansing; two sis­ ters, Rita Loggins of Galax, VA and Juanita Loggins of Lansing; and five grandchil­ dren also survive. The family received friends Monday, October 15, 2007 from 6 to 8:00 p.m. at the Boone Family Funeral Home at 2005 Mount Jeffer­ son Road, West Jefferson, NC 28694. The family requests no flowers, memorials to the fam­ ily c/o Boone Family Funeral Home, PO Box 786, West Jef­ ferson, NC 28694. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Lorraine Cornett Lewis Highway Patrol to conduct 'Operation Stop Arm RALEIGH—Governor Mike Easley has proclaimed October 15-19 as Watch Out for the Child week to remind drivers that they must stop when a school bus' stop sign arm is extended. Each school day, more than 2,300 driv­ ers violate North Carolina's school bus stop arm law. In support of Watch Out for the Child week the State Highway Patrol will be ag­ gressively enforcing stop arm violations and other traffic violations und A in and around school zones. The Patrol expect s O p eration Passing a stopped school bus is a Class 2 misdemean­ or. If convicted, a person will receive five driving points on their driver's license and is subject to fines up to $200. "We must ensure our chil­ dren's safety as they travel to and from school," said Bryan Beatty, secretary of the De­ partment of Crime Control and Public Safety. "A child's fife should never be put in danger just to save a minute or two during a daily commute. That's why we're going to make sure Mrs. Lewis was born in Johnson County, TN on Sat­ one granddaughter, Erin urday, October 16,1937 to the Jefferson Lambert Greer of Fleetwood; p e o p l e late James and Betty Taylor October 16, 19370ctober three grandsons, Kevin Lam­ Cornett. She was a seam­ k n o w 11,2007 bert of the U.S. Navy, Norstress in the textile industry. the law Mrs. Lorraine Cornett fold, Virginia, Dustin Houck She is survived by her as well Lewis, age 69, of Jefferson and Daniel Houck, both of passed away Thursday night, husband, Blaine Lewis, of as the Jefferson; one great-grandOctober 11, 2007 at her resi­ the home; a son, Tim Lewis, S t o p conse­ son, Jamerson Dean Gre6r of of Mouth of Wilson, VA; two dence. Fleetwood, and her caregiv­ quences sisters, Lois Bolen and Hazel A r m Funeral services were held ers, Shelia Johnson and Rita Roberts, of Mountain City, will deofbreakLambert. She is also survived at 2 p.m. on Sunday, October TN; and several nieces and c r e a s e ing it." 14, 2007 at Boone Family by three nieces and three nephews also survive. v i o l a "Ev­ Funeral Home Chapel with nephews. You may give the family ery day in tions and Rev. Chris Goodman and In addition to her parents, your condolences at our web­ North Caro­ she was preceded in death by Rev. Glenn Woodie officiating. site www.boonefuneralhome. reduce school X Burial followed in the Sunset bus collisions. lina, more than her husband, Ray Thomas com. Memorial Park. Across the state, three-quarters of Houck, and one son, Jeffrey Boone Family Funeral The family received friends Houck. Home of West Jefferson is troopers will be working a million children ride the Funeral services for Mrs. from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. on Sun­ in charge of these arrange­ school zones and others will school bus to and from school. Louise Greene Houck will be day, one hour prior to the fu­ ments. be following the buses. Troop­ Throughout all those trips, conducted Friday afternoon, neral service. ers will be driving marked the number one concern of October 19, 2007, at 2:00 and unmarked patrol cars drivers, technicians and su­ o'clock, at Liberty Grove Bap­ during the operation. pervisors is student safety," tist Church. The body will lie "We must protect our chil­ said Dr. Ben Matthews, DPI in state, at the church, from 1:00 until 2:00 o'clock. Offici­ dren from traffic dangers," Director of School Support. ating will be Reverend John said Colonel W. Fletcher Clay, "However, we need all motorElledge. Burial will follow commander of the North • ists, not just school bus driv­ in the Liberty Grove Baptist Carolina State Highway Pa­ ers, to obey school bus safety Church Cemetery. trol. "The Highway Patrol rules so that children will The family will receive will conduct this school bus arrive safely at their destina­ friends Thursday evening, campaign simultaneously in tion." from 7:00 until 9:00 o'clock, at Hampton Funeral Service. all North Carolina counties For further information Hampton Funeral Service cracking down on stop arm concerning school bus safety is in charge of the arrange­ violations. Motorists who try please visit the Department ments. to pass a stopped school bus of Public Instruction's school will be charged with the vio­ bus safety web site at http:// © 2007 by King Features Syndicate, Inc. World rights reserved. lation." www.ncbussafety.org/. 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U4463, 9/07 H3449_3783, 9/12/07, H3404_3783, 9/12/07 �I JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2007 PAGE 13A COMMUNITY EVENTS 'hipps Farm hosts weekly jams in Silas Creek Monday October 15 p.m.: Ashe County Cruie, "Step into the Water," at ne Civic Center. Everyone is ited! For more info, call Ashe unty Worship Center at 3365-1189. p.m.: Revival at Bristol ptist Church thru Oct. 17. ayer room will open at 7 p.m. ary night and services will gin at 7:15 p.m. Singers will lude: Monday night-Arnold ^oten Family; Tuesday nightritage; dnesday night-Vickie Sexand Regina Combs Wednesday October 17 p.m.: Revival at Greenes lapel Baptist Church, rough Oct. 21. EvangeTommy Wurth and Sam awkins will be the speakers, ayer room opens at 6:45 p.m. /eryone is welcome. Fred eelman is the pastor. Friday October 19 30 a.m.:The annual meeting Ashe Services for Aging . and Ashe Senior Village board of directors will ike place in the Ashe Services Aging conference room. oon-6 p.m.: 2007 Annual harles Fleanor Memorial lea Market at High Country ireenhouses on Hwy 88 in methport (across from Ashe ire Service). Admission is free etween noon and 6; there is n early bird special with $5 ad­ mission from 10 a.m. to noon. II proceeds support Hospice. IOTE: Bring donations for the ea market to High Country reenhouses between 9 a.m. nd 4 p.m. weekdays, Oct. 27. loon-until: Chicken barecue at Glendale Springs resbyterian Church gym n John Luke Road, Glendale prings. Half chicken, baked eans, slaw, roll and dessert Dr $6, eat-in or take-out. C-4:30 p.m.: Free Car Seat •Checks will be given at Ashe Family Central. For more infor- Saturday October 20 "8 a.m.-4 p.m.: 2007 Annual Charles Fleanor Memorial Flea Market at High Country Greenhouses on Hwy 88 in Smethport (across from Ashe Tire Service). Admission is free. All proceeds support Hospice. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.: Fall Leaf Fes­ tival at Jefferson Station in downtown West Jefferson. Enjoy entertainment from the Rock-N Country Band, food made available as a fundraiser for the Ashe Free Medical Clin­ ic, a NASCAR simulator, door prizes every hour, and strolling among the shops and touring the condominiums. 2 p.m.: Pet Costume Contest on the back deck of Todd General Store. Dress up you and your pet and compete for prizes in this fundraiser for the Ashe County Humane Society. Early registration by Oct. 19 is $5 per entry. Fee is $7 per en­ try the day of the contest. Spon­ sors and donations welcome. Interested pet owners can preregister at Todd General Store and the Humane Society cen­ ter in Jefferson. All proceeds go to the Ashe Humane Society^ 4:30-7:30 p.m.: Fred's Pulled Pork Bar B Q at Fleetwood Community Center. All the fixin's for $8 adults and $6 chil­ dren. Call 877-4973 for take outs or more information. Come on out and support your com­ munity center. 7 p.m.: Professional record­ ing artists Andrea Lynne and Jimmy Smith in concert at Mount Paddy Church, 822 Hwy. 88W, West Jefferson. Sunday October 21 2 p.m.: Fall colors on the Trail at Mount Jefferson State Park. Meet at picnic area.Take an hour this fall and enjoy the spectacular change of season. Come up to the picnic area and meet a park ranger for a hike to Luther Rock. Bring your cam­ eras and questions as we will be looking at the causes and effects of fall color. 4 p.m.: Martha Bassett will perform in the Sunday Sa­ lon Series at River House in Grassy Creek. Music starts at 4, hors d'oeuvres at 5, and a four-course Chef's Choice din­ ner at 6. $40 per person, plus alcohol, tax and gratuity. Call 219-2109 for reservations and information. 7 p.m.: Valley Home Baptist Church will hold revival Sun­ day, Oct. 21 through Saturday, Oct. 27 at 7 p.m. nightly. Special singing each night. Rev. Andy Watson will bring the message. Pastor, Rev. Ken Holmes, and the congregation invite every­ one to attend. The church is located on Three Top Road in Todd.. Monday October 22 7 p.m.: The Museum of Ashe County will hold its annual membership meeting in the history hall of West Jeffer­ son Methodist Church. Guest speaker will be Janet Pittard, author of numerous articles published in Our State maga­ zine and contributor to D.G. Martin's UNC Public Radio program. Refreshments will be served. Tuesday TT30-4 p.m:r •workshop on Reducing Energy Expenses in Public Buildings and Com­ mercial Facilities at the Ashe County Agricultural Service Center in Jefferson. Learn en­ ergy saving tips and how to implement energy saving mea­ sures to help reduce costs. No fee but registration is required. Call 219-2650. Friday October 26 6-9 p.m.: Musical fundraiser at the senior center of Ashe Services for Aging in West Jef­ ferson. Bluegrass, gospel and country music from Homeward Bound, Mountain Drive and Paul Hardy & Friends. Refresh­ ments available. Tickets are $5 with proceeds benefiting senior center services. Call 246-4347 for more information 7 p.m.: Mt. Paddy Church Weekend Revival and Home­ coming will be held through Sunday, Oct. 28 (at Sunday morning service). Dr. Mark Smith, president of Ohio Chris­ tian University, will be the guest speaker. Sunday October 28 2 p.m.: Mountain Nature Hike • Who believe you may not be able to purchase your first home • Who have modest but steady income • Who have reasonable good credit with low long-term debt at Mount Jefferson State Park. Meet at picnic area. Meet the park ranger for a hike into the mountain forest habitats and explore the natural won­ ders of Mt. Jefferson. We will be walking on the trail -wear sturdy shoes. 4-6 p.m.: Fall festival at Bald Mountain Church. Dinner will follow at 6 p.m. Everyone is welcome. 4 p.m.:JBJass will perform in the Sunday Salon Series at River House in Grassy Creek. Music starts at 4, hors d'oeuvres at 5, and a fourcourse Chef's Choice dinner at 6. $40 per person, plus alcohol, tax and gratuity. Call 219-2109 for reservations and informa­ tion. Ongoing Events Phipps Farm Friday Night Jam. Every Friday (rain, sleet, or snow): 7-10 p.m. Admission Free. Venue is Old Time and Bluegrass Mountain Music. All music levels welcome, dancers too. Location: 2425 Silas Creek Rd., Lansing, NC. 28643. Info: Rita or Dawg Wood 336-3842382. How do Huskies' Fans celebrate after each Huskies' victory? They come to the Fifth Quarter. What is the 'Fifth Quarter'? It is a safe alternative and safe activity for high school and middle school students and their parents/friends. The 'Fifth Quarter' is held after each Ashe County High School home football game. The location of the 'Fifth Quarter' is the Youth Center at Warrensville Baptist Church and the Fellowship Hall of Warrensville United Methodist Church. Activities for the youth include games, music, devotional time and fellowship. This event is sponsored by the Warrensville Baptist, Warrensville United Methodist, Smethport United Methodist, Clifton United Methodist, and Phoenix Baptist Churches. For more information, please call 384-3391. Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and tor treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday - Friday without appointments. Primary Care: Monday - Friday Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold services Oct. 14 through 28 at St. Mary's in West Jefferson. Holy Communion is celebrated at 10 a.m. Coffee hour immediately follows the service. The Oct. 7 service is the Blessing of the Animals, and will be held at Holy Trinity in Glendale Springs. For information, call the church office at 982-3076. Country Roads Mobile Pharmacy: Ashe County Prescriptions can now be filled in Boone at the Hunger & Health Coalition (the old Health Dept. building off Bamboo Rd.). Medication pick-up days are Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10 am - 2 pm. Clients my call in prescription refills at 828-2621628.Your physician can fax new prescriptions to fax # 828-262-0154. The Ashe County Garden Club meets the second Mon­ day of each month at 6 p.m. If you have an interest in garden­ ing and would enjoy discussing plants, visiting private gardens or touring public gardens, call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299 for more information. Eligibility for Free Medical Clinic. Tuesdays. 4:00 - 6:00. Anyone interested in receiv­ ing free medical care from the Ashe County Free Medical Clinic must come to eligibility screening. To be eligible you must live or work in Ashe Coun­ ty, be between the ages of 19 - 64, have NO form of medical insurance, and provide proof of income that meets the clinic's policy. Call 846-4649 for an ap­ pointment, or come to the clinic (at the red light in Jefferson) on Tuesdays from 4:00 - 6:00. WIC (Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children): If you are a pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum woman, infant, or child less than five years of age, and meet certain eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the WIC Program. WIC is a special supplemental food program that provides individually prescribed packages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program or know someone who does; contact 246-2013. Disabled American Veterans will have BINGO on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the Month at Family Central on the Ashe Central High School Rd. In Jefferson at 7 p.m.. There will be food available at the Morning Star Cafe'. For more information call 336-9823743. Alcoholics Anonymous Group meets on Mondays and Thursdays at Jefferson United Methodist Church at 7:30 p.m. - Closed Discussion and Saturday at noon - Closed "Big Book Study" - All meetings are non-smoking. Narcotics Anonymous group m Wednesdays and Saturdays at 7: 30 p.m. at Jefferson United Methodist Church. The Ashe County team of High Country First in Families (HCFiF) meets every fourth Tuesday of the month in the basement of the Ashe County Library at 4:30 p.m. The purpose of this meeting is to gather resources in the community to help individuals who are developmentally dis­ abled. Anyone interested in this program is encouraged to attend. For more information call Michelle Idol at 336-6673333 extension 244 or toll-free at (866) 667-3398. Choices for Sustainable Living discussion course offered at the West Jefferson Coffee House Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Come learn with others how easy it is to live more sustainably. One person really can make a difference! For information call Gerry at the New River Earth Institute 336-877-1860 or visit www. NewRiverEarthlnstitute.org. Mountain Overtones Barber­ shop Chorus now meets Thursdays at 7 p.m. at West Jefferson United Methodist Church. AL-ANON (for family and friends of addicted persons): Meets on Wednesdays at the First Baptist Church in West Jefferson at noon. For details, call 384-1940. The Board of Elections meets the second Tuesday in each month at the Court House in Jefferson. These meetings are open to the public. Breast Cancer Support Program Whether you have just been diagnosed with breast cancer, or are in treatment or recovery, or a survivor of sev­ eral years, this free support program offers opportunities to share issues specific to breast cancer in a supportive and understanding group. Funded by a grant from the Tri Cities Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Inc. Meets twice a month on 1 st and 3rd Mondays. Doors open at 5pm for informal sharing and opportunities to explore books and tapes in the Resource Room. Group lasts from 5:30-6:30. Led by Carolyn Carr, LCSW Location: Cancer Resource Center at the Seby B. Jones Cancer Center For more information about any of these programs, call the Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center at (828) 262-4332. Watauga Wellness Cancer Program. A fitness program for patients actively receiving cancer treatment or those who have gone through treat­ ment in the past year, as well as spouses/caregivers. Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:00 -1:00 pm at the Wellness Center. Call Beth Ann Syers at (828) 266-1060 for more infor­ mation. The VFW will have their monthly meeting on the 3th Monday of the month at 6:30 at the HUT on Ashe Park Rd. In Jefferson,NC. For more info call 336-246-5930, David Sexton, Commander VFW. The Disabled American Vet­ erans will have their monthly meeting on the 2nd Monday of the month at 6:30 at 446 Ashe Park Rd. In Jefferson, NC. So come on out and join us for din­ ner and fellowship. For more info call 336-982-3743, Buddy Greer, Commander DAV. Ashe Memorial Hospital Mount Jefferson Family Medicine is pleased to announce that Danielle Darter, M.D, joined their practice on October 1, 2007. Dr. Darter is board certified and will be providing a full spectrum of care to her patients, including obstetrics. She is a graduate of the Medical College of Virginia. For further information or to schedule an appointment call Mount Jefferson Family Medicine 336-846-7433. Open the Door on Your New Home Fixed rate loans - Adjustable rate loans • Quick approvals and closings ~°?n Processor" an and Loan Officer. ( • First-time home-buyers program Let us help you purchase an Energy Star, custom-built new home with low monthly payments, located at the foot at Mt. Jefferson, at THE OAKS in Jefferson, NC This is quite an opportunity. You never know what West Jefferson » 08B S. Jefferson Ave. you might accomplish until you try! V:'MKHMHUIH Northwestern Housing Enterprises, INC 869 Hwy 105 Ext. Boone, NC 28607 —_ Call: (828) 264-6683 An equal housing opportunity agency kli a Highlands Union Bank "Faces you know... People you trust."SM www.hubank.com FDK ?=? man �TUESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2007 I - t " 1 JEFFERSON POST ilw vttu c I DV&cAll K yaw a 'ifappy r16a<s.<y TDays! w 'Deaett, Sandra, 4Teresa June 'Ryan yviuJiJuZ k e a p e i t ' addyou. doflor / p r cae o$, T a i far l ns opportunity* to word at sack ayreatpdace, Tit h/U (jay ti /«\r ^ > #; ,',-vr" the, \ mm, mm. m m vou do m w W-C LOVT MOU!! ^ All your staff at: Mountain Aire Terry woodni fosses Day to the wo3S (^greatest bosses! M (From all the gang ate L J& a new best friend! Female Lab / Shepherd mix that is around 5 months old Female Beagle that Is around 2 years old Female Lab mix that is around 4 months old Male DSH that is around 1 year old. To contact Ashe Animal Control, call (336) 982-4060, or visit them at 767 Fred Pugh Road, bumpier. Their normal business hours are from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, and a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday. Female Redbone mix that is around 3 years old Female Fiest mix that is around 2 years old Blue and White Male DSH that is around 5 months old Blue and White Female DLH that is around 1 year old � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 83 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Extent The size or duration of the resource. 14 pages Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-10-16 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/bb9a037a523e5b3ac0978179dad0dd01.pdf f1d639bd77da9fc51fe340b4dd40d12b PDF Text Text • Tennis advances to second round Friday page 1B October 19, 2007 • Wain passes 1,000 yard mark 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com page 1B • Official Mountain Valley standings Volume 82, Issue 84 page 3B SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 levins was 'victim of foul play,' sheriff says by Jim Thompson Editor Authorities now believe that Jimmy Lee Blevins, the Crumpler man who disap­ peared in February, was a victim of foul play. In an interview earlier this week, Sheriff James Williams said, "After an ex­ tensive investigation by this office and the State Bureau of Investigation, we believe that Jimmy Blevins was a victim of foul play. We do not believe, at this point, that he is alive." Williams added, "We have several persons of interest and are actively investigat­ ing the case." Blevins, then 41, was last seen on Saturday, Feb. 24. His Post file photo Jimmy Lee Blevins family reported him missing on Tuesday, Feb. 27. When deputies went to his home, they found a crock pot cook­ ing and lights on, but no sign of the missing man. There was no sign of disturbance in the home. The hunt, started that day, continues. Authorities have searched the nearby New River, dug in a burning pit at a local farm and ques­ tioned friends and associates of Blevins—but with no re­ sult. Even highly-trained ca­ daver dogs have failed to find a trace of a body. At present, there is a $5,000 reward offered for in­ formation in the case. Anyone with information about the fate of Jimmy Lee Blevins is urged to call the Sheriff's Of­ fice at 219-2600. 90-day mortatorium on billboards approved by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Ashe County will see a halt in the number of billboards and other permitted signs go­ ing up as the commissioners and planning board consider an ordinance to regulate their location. The commissioners voted unanimously Monday afternoon to place a 90-day moratorium on these signs while they study the issue. Three people spoke at a public hearing on the pro­ posed moratorium, all in favor of an ordinance that vyould regulate billboards and other permitted signs. Two of the speakers are in the busi­ ness of placing billboards, but were in favor of some type of regulation on location. County Manager Dan Mc­ Millan said the county could adopt an ordinance to regu­ late billboards and other per­ mitted signs, but because the county has no zoning such signs could not be restricted except in certain circum­ stances. He encourages any­ one interested in the issue to come to planning board meet­ ings to offer input. The commissioners asked Planning Director Zach Edwardson to present this issue for study at the next planning board meeting which was scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 18 at 5:30 p.m. The board's next meeting is Thursday, Nov. 1 at 5:30 p.m. They meet on the first and third Thurs­ days of each month in the commissioners' meeting room on third floor of Ashe County Courthouse. The meetings are always open to the public. Edwardson will ask the plan­ ning board to consider some type of ordinance to regulate billboards and other permit­ ted signs (those with light­ ing, placement along a major highway, or requiring a build­ ing permit for placement). "There are so many signs, and which ones do you con­ sider?" McMillan said. "There may be signs we've not even considered that could be re­ viewed in this 90-day period. The planning board should come back to the commission­ ers with something in those 90 days'. Hopefully it will be something that everybody's looking for During that time, the planning board will be meeting with the commission­ ers to say this is what we're looking at, and if the commis­ sioners agree then they can go forward." McMillan said billboards or other signs already permit­ ted can be placed during the moratorium but no new per­ mits will be issued. Post photo by Linda Burchette White House staff members visited Mistletoe Meadows Christmas Tree Farm in Laurel Springs Tuesday to choose the Official White House Christmas Tree, which will be presented to First Lady Laura Bush the Monday after Thanksgiving for the Blue Room. From left are Irv Williams, executive groundskeeper; Nancy Clarke, chief floral designer; Stephen Rochon, chief usher; Joe and Linda Freeman, owners of Mistletoe Meadows; and Mike Lawn, grounds foreman. White House tree selected by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor The eyes of the nation got a glimpse of beautiful Ashe County Tuesday when White House representatives came to Laurel Springs to choose the official Christmas tree. Accompanied by television cameras and media represen­ tatives from all around the region, the Washington, D.C. group visited. Mistletoe Mead­ ows Christmas Tree Farm owned by Joe Freeman to choose between two magnifi­ cent Fraser firs as the central decor of the White House Blue Room this holiday season. Joe and Linda Freeman are proud to be providing the tree for the Blue Room this year, an honor awarded to the grower winning first place in Museum to hold annual meeting The Museum of Ashe County History under devel­ opment in the 1904 Court­ house in Jefferson will con­ duct its annual membership meeting on Monday, Oct. 22 at 7 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Hensley Hall of the West Jefferson Methodist Church. All museum members and the general public are invited to attend this entertaining and informative meeting. Highlight of the annual meeting will be guest speaker Janet Pittard. She has had numerous ar­ ticles pub­ lished in Our State magazine, including one in June of this year that high­ lighted the Museum of Ashe County. She is also a frequent contributor to D.G. Martin's UNC Public Radio program. Janet and her husband are now part-time residents in Ashe County. The museum organizers encourage all members and the public to attend this im­ portant meeting, learn about development of the museum, and find out how you can par­ ticipate. Refreshments will Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com be served. Anyone interested in the preservation of the old court­ house and creation of a coun­ ty museum is always welcome to attend the meetings. The regular monthly meeting of the Museum of Ashe County (MACH) takes place on the fourth Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at the temporary museum site directly across from the 1904 Courthouse. From the website: When a new court­ house was built in 2001, the one constructed in 1904 faced an uncertain fate. Demolition was not a choice for a dedi­ cated group of Ashe County citizens, who joined in an effort to preserve it as a museum. With the help of members of the Ashe County Board of Commissioners, the county manager, and the New River Community Partners, a reno­ vation grant was obtained from the North Carolina De­ partment of Transportation. It required matching funds, which the county supplied, and a transportation-relat- See Meeting, page 5A the National Christmas Tree Growers Association bian­ nual convention. His trip to the national convention re­ sulted from winning the state contest. The winner of the state contest at the summer meeting goes on to compete at the national level, and the co-champions at national are given the choice of present­ ing the Wbit» House tree that year or VlJf next. Freeman chose to make the presenta­ tion in 2007A This is the 10"' year that the Blue Room Christmas tree has come from North Carolina, and the 42'"' year the presentation has been made. Among the group from Washington was Irv Williams, executive groundskeeper, who has participated in every pre­ sentation since they began in 1966 with President Lyndon Johnson. Williams said that before 1966 when growers began presenting trees, the White House staff would go out to the area markets and choose trees for the White House. "This is a remarkable ongoing tradition, and we end up getting very nice trees," he said. The group was led by Ste­ phen Rochon, director of the executive residence and chief usher. A retired admiral from the U.S. Coast Guard, Rochon was delighted .la he in Ashe County on such a beautiful day for such a pleasant assign­ ment. After the official "choos­ ing" of the Blue Room tree, Rochon and the other visitors accompanied local folks on a hayride through Freeman's farm and accompanying tree farms. At one point, everyone stopped among the smaller trees so the group could look at and choose some for other rooms in the White House. Rochon said they needed a total of about 50 Christmas See Tree, page 5A Land use meeting in West Jefferson As West Jefferson proceeds with development of a land use plan for the town, the public is invited to offer in­ put during an informational meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 13, hosted by the town's planning board. Anyone interested in the issue is invited to come to the downstairs meeting room at Ashe County Public Li­ brary anytime between 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. The meeting is primarily a drop-in event where citizens can help determine the goals of the land use plan, exam­ ine information on their own, and ask questions of planning board members and plan­ ners. A short presentation is scheduled at 5:30 p.m., but all information will be avail- See Land Use, page 5A 4-wheeler stolen, two arrested by Jim Thompson Editor Photo courtesy of the MuseUm of Ashe Jarrell Jones, owner of Architectural Restoration, removes the first window in the 1904 Courthouse during the Heritage Window Program. Donors can "adopt" windows as part of the project to preserve the old courthouse in Jefferson and create a museum for the county and the former Virginia Creeper Railroad. Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,824 U.S. service people killed (as of 10/17) 28,276 U.S. service people wounded (as of 10/17) Authorities made quick work of a larceny near Glendale Springs. On Oct. 11, a resident re­ ported the theft of a 2001 Po­ laris 500 four-wheeler, with an estimated value of over $4,000. After reports of a ve­ hicle seen in the area, depu­ ties questioned and released Author to sign at Skyland Regional writer Lynn Salsi will sign copies of two of her books about the Appalachian region on Saturday (Oct. 20) at Skyland Books and Gifts in downtown West Jefferson. She will be at the store from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. with the books Voices from the North Carolina Mountains and Young Ray Hicks Learns the Jack Tales. Salsi has a B.A. degree from the University of South Carolina and a M.A. from Seton Hall University. A full-time writer, she is the author of 15 books. a suspect. They then received a report that a four-wheeler matching the missing vehicle's descrip­ tion had fallen off a pickup truck on Will Vannoy Road in the Nettle Knob area. "The four-wheeler was found, but we soon deter­ mined a fictitious report had been made," said Sher- See Arrests, page 5A She has been honored with numerous writing awards, including the N.C. Historian of the Year Award and the Notable Book Award. Late-breaking community events •The Solid Rock Quartet will be singing at Sturgills Baptist Church on Sunday, Oct. 21, at 10 a.m. They will also be at Peace Haven Community Church at 6 p.m. Everyone is welcome. •The Ashe County Democratic -Party will hold their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 23, at 7 p.m. at Smoky Mountain Barbecue in West Jefferson. �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Moore leads call for mortgage changes unable to afford. In August and September, $32.6 billion worth of mortgages reset, and the volume of resets is expected to continue through next year. The August 2007 U.S. Foreclosure Market Report shows a total of 243,947 foreclosure filings nationwide for the month, up 36 percent from the previous month and up 115 percent from August 2006. In addition, the report showed a foreclosure rate of one filing for every 510 households - the highest figure ever noted in the report, In recent years, foreclosure rates around many of North Carolina's largest cities have increased. In Swain, Wautauga, Franklin and Dare counties, foreclosure rates have increased more than 100 percent since 2003, while Ashe, Cherokee and Alamance counties have increased between 50 per­ cent and 100 percent during the same period. In the last year alone, foreclosure rates in some areas of North Car­ olina have increased more than 100 percent. Since the end of last year, more than 80 mortgage lenders, mainly subprime, have closed their doors or suspended new loan activ- ity. Some of the ,rges^ like New Century Fii.ncjaj' and American Home rQr^._ gage, filed for bankiu. and Countrywide Finan^' shares have lost almost j percent of their value. 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This series will continue through October, which is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month.) are scared and you want her to be okay and that you love her. You then say, "Please make it STOP." She replies that everything will be okay, that your dad just had got­ ten upset with her and that he will be fine; for you to not bother him for a little while. You are still crying and you are so upset that your mom is hurting and that your dad has done this to her. You have forgotten about your home­ work. Right now you need to be with your mom. You need to make things better for her. You help your mom to bed and you stay with her because you are scared that your dad is coming back to finish what he started and maybe worse. It is so hard to stay awake, but you try to so you can protect her. The next morning you get up late, too late to fix yourself any breakfast. At school, you can hardly keep your eyes open, and have barely slept the night before. Because of verbal domestic abuse in their homes each year. Effects of witnessing domestic violence can include traumatic stress reflected in higher levels of depression and anxiety, atten­ tion and learning problems, and have a greater likelihood of developing aggressive and anti-social behavior. Children and adolescents' reactions to Domestic Vio­ lence will include their own individual experience of the event (what they saw, heard, etc.) and the crisis reactions they witness in the adults' around them, (parents, teach­ ers, neighbors, etc.). As with adults, a child's distress can manifest itself in a number of ways. The impact on various ages of children can differ such as: Ages 0-1 may have some physical injuries that they might have sustained by be­ ing in someone's arms when the abuse took place. They may experience sleep dis­ turbances, not being able to sleep or maybe not being able to stay asleep, eating distur­ bances, not wanting to eat, or anxiety/panic attacks, be­ ing non-responsive to affec­ tion, being sick or even being colicky, fearful easily scared, and not developing properly either or both physically or mentally. Effects of Domestic Vio­ lence on ages 2-6 years: Pre-school children are such as: They might display aggressive behavior, hyper­ activity, separation anxiety, silence and withdrawal, re­ gression, sleep disturbances, re-enactment/ play about the recent event, anxiety, unable to deal with change. These are all effects of domestic vio­ lence on children. Children are afraid of losing their par­ ent when these events occur such as this child explains, "I'm afraid he's gonna kill her. One day I'll come home and my mommy will be dead.'' (Robert, 6 years old) The effects that Domestic Violence has on children ages 6-10 years are as follows: Behavioral changes (act­ ing out or perfectionism), fantasies about the traumatic event, regressive actions, psy­ chosomatic complaints, sleep disturbances, school phobia, distrust of adults, displaced fears. Domestic violence is devastating for children. Even though the child may be abused, if the parent is be­ ing abused, the children are suffering from Second-Hand Abuse, which is effecting their daily lives. Domestic violence knows no race, no age, no disabilities, feels no remorse, no shame, no guilt. Let's end this cycle and support the fight against domestic violence. Additional information will be provided on teens later in the series of articles. You might ask yourself "does domestic violence affect children? What if they don't see anything?" The answer is YES! Even if they don't see anything, they may hear the angry, hurtful words and they definitely feel the tension in the home. Imagine this: Take a walk in a child's shoes You are a 6 year old child who is trying to do their homework at home in the evening. Suddenly you hear your mom scream, "Stop, you are hurting me!" and then you hear something hit the wall in the other room. Mom? You start to shake because you know that it is happening again tonight. Then you hear the smack across the face that your dad just gave your mom, and then he starts yelling at her, bad words that you are not supposed to say and you begin to cry. Suddenly, there is silence and a door slams, you peek around the corner to see who is in the other room, scared to speak, but wanting to see if it is your mom in the other room. There in the mid­ dle of the floor lies your mom and she is bleeding from the slap across the face and cry­ ing uncontrollably. You want to help her, so you go to her and hold her hand and stroke her hair and tell her that you what happened last night, your homework is not finished, and the teacher is looking at you and asking you questions about your homework. You answer the teacher that you are sorry, but you left it at RALEIGH - Gov. Mike Easley on Monday afternoon called on the state's municipal leaders to take the lead in di­ recting citizens to stop using water for any purpose that is not essential to public health and safety so communities can save their dwindling wa­ ter supplies and avoid more stringent restrictions. The drought across much of the state is the worst in recorded history. With a winter fore­ cast of drier than normal conditions, the governor said every citizen must save water in every way possible to avoid a water crisis that could lead to rationing. "Several communities have as little as three month's wa­ ter supply remaining. If we do not get significant rain, some areas face the once unthink­ able possibility of water ra­ tioning and potentially run­ ning out of water entirely," Easley said. "A bit of mud on the car or patches of brown on the lawn must be a badge of honor. It means you are doing the right thing for your com­ munity and our state." Easley spoke to the about 1,000 mayors, council mem­ bers and city managers at­ tending the N.C. League of Municipalities Annual Con­ ference in Fayetteville. He asked the top officials of the state's cities and towns to lead their communities in taking the following actions: • Stop watering lawns and shrubbery at homes and busi­ nesses. Period. • Do not wash down~houses, driveways or sidewalks. • Do not wash your car. • Restaurants should ONLY serve water when pa­ trons ask. The governor also an­ nounced that, effective imme­ diately, there is a statewide ban on all public burning. The N.C. Division of Forest Re­ sources says more than 5,940 fires have already burned more than 33,085 acres in North Carolina this year. Be­ cause the state is in the fall fire season, with especially dry conditions throughout the state, the threat of wildfires has substantially increased. The governor's staff, state environment officials and members of the League of Municipalities have been meeting to coordinate on strategies for dealing with the drought. The governor praised local officials for the cooperative way that many communities have responded to his requests for voluntary and mandatory water conser­ vation as the drought wors­ ened. Several communities' conservation measures have already resulted in reduced water consumption. Easley said, but that the entire state must work to­ gether to try to lessen the drought's impact. The gover­ nor has asked Secretary of Administration Britt Cobb and Secretary of Environ­ ment and Natural Resources Bill Ross to personally moni­ tor state agencies' compliance with the water conservation directive he issued earlier this summer. He said resi­ dents should continue to do simple things like turning off the faucet while brushing teeth or shaving, but that the seriousness of the drought means that cities and towns can no longer consider just the water needs of their own populations. "State law gives me emer­ gency powers to take action, even ordering rationing, if there is a threat to life and property," Easley told the lo­ cal leaders. "Now, I do not want to have to use these powers. As leaders of your communities, you know what works best at the local level. I am asking for your help. Your communities, businesses and neighbors need you to help make the tough choices today to avoid a crisis in the weeks or months to come." The federal drought map released last week showed 56 counties in the mountains and Piedmont are experienc­ ing exceptional drought, the worst level. The remaining 44 counties are experienc­ ing extreme, severe or mod­ erate drought. The drought map can be found at www. ncdrought.org. The governor's request for communities to conserve water has been well-received throughout the state. Cur­ rently, 118 public water sys­ tems have enacted voluntary water use restrictions and another 106 systems have put mandatory restrictions in place. About 4.81 million peo­ ple, or 71 percent of the peo­ ple served by water systems the state tracks, are subject to water use restrictions. For a list of water con­ servation tips, go to http:// p2pays.org/water/TopTen. asp. Residents can check the status of their own communi­ ty's water conservation mea­ sures at http://www.ncwater. org/Drought_Monitoring/reporting/displaystate.php. RALEIGH - Gov. Mike Ea­ sley announced Monday that N.C. Department of Environ­ ment and Natural Resources Secretary Bill Ross reinstated the open burning ban effec­ tive at 1 p.m. today. The N.C. Division of For­ est Resources has initiated a statewide ban on all open burning and canceled all burning permits. The ban on open burning will be in effect until further notice. The ban on open burning is necessary because of the dry weather conditions and depleted water resources across the state. By North Carolina law (G.S. 113-60.25 and 113.60.27), the ban prohibits all open burn­ ing statewide, regardless of whether a permit was issued. The issuance of any new per­ mits has been suspended until the ban is lifted. In addition to the $100 fine, people in viola­ tion of the open burning ban may have to pay court costs. The following are a few facts about the law regarding the ban on open burning: • The burn ban does not apply to cooking fires, such as grills or outdoor cook­ ers. • The ban does not ap­ ply to a fire within 100 feet of an occupied dwelling. County fire marshals have jurisdic­ tion of burning within 100 feet of an occupied dwelling. The Division of Forest Re­ sources has advised county fire marshals across the state of the burning ban and asked for their consideration of also implementing a burning ban. In addition, other local ordi­ nances and air quality regu­ lations may also impact open burning. . • If a fire within that 100-foot area escapes contain­ ment, a North Carolina forest ranger may take reasonable steps to extinguish or control the fire. The person responsi­ ble for setting the fire may be responsible for reimbursing NCDENR for any expenses related to extinguishing that fire. • Open burning in­ cludes burning leaves, branches and other plant ma­ terial. In all cases, it is illegal to burn trash, lumber, tires, newspapers, plastics or other non-vegetative materials. • Outdoor burning is also prohibited in areas cov­ ered by Code Orange or Code Red air quality forecasts. For more information, con­ tact Brian R. Haines at (919) 733-2162 ext. 234. Citizens can also contact a county ranger with the Division of Forest Resources or the local county fire marshal's office. An> Era A.S.H.E. Hioine for ,<S home because you don't want her to find out why you are sleepy and that the real reason you didn't finish your homework was because you had to pick your mom up off the floor, from where your dad had knocked her down. This is a scene all too fa­ miliar in some families. When an adult is experiencing do­ mestic violence, the children are experiencing domestic violence. It is affecting the entire family. They may wit­ ness the abuse whether it is physical, emotional, verbal, and it is all so scary to them and even more magnified in their minds than it is in an adults. Think about it. How big and scary is a small spider to a child? Extremely! Now ask yourself again, "does domestic violence affect chil­ dren?" Your answer should be "YES!" Of children who witness mothers being abused by their fathers, 40% suffer anxiety, 48% suffer depression, 53% act out with their parents, and 60% act out with sib­ lings. In homes, where part­ ner abuse occurs, children are 1500 times more likely to be abused as well (Dept. of Jus­ tice). A child's exposure to the father abusing the mother is the strongest risk factor for transmitting violent behav­ ior from one generation to the next. More than 3 million children witness physical and If you are involved in a domestic vio­ lence situation, there is help available. Call A Safe Home for Everyone at 336-9828851. Governor calls for more water conservation Burning ban goes into effect across state TOWN OF WEST JEFFERSON PUBLIC HEARING 1. The Board of Aldermen for the Town of West Jefferson will hold a public hearing on Thurs­ day, November 1, 2007 at 5:45 PM at Town Hall. The puqwse of this hearing is to receive comment and to adopt the Town of West Jefferson's Subdivision Ordinance. A copy is avail­ able to the public. 2. The Board of Aldermen for the Town of West Jefferson will hold a public hearing on Thurs­ day, November 1, 2007 at 5:50 PM at Town Hall. The purpose of this hearing is to receive comment on the annexation and initial zoning of the property owned by Catacorner Invest­ ments (parcel # 19227-210-021). This parcel is requested to be zoned Highway-Commercial (H-C). The annexation and zoning were requested by Catacorner Investments in order to re­ ceive Town services and to ensure the uses were consistent with the H-C Zoning District. 3. The Board of Aldermen for the Town of West Jefferson will hold a public hearing on Thurs­ day, November 1, 2007 at 5:55 PM at Town Hall. The purpose of this hearing is to receive comment on the annexation and initial zoning of the property owned by Vel H. Pierce and Cathy H. Pierce (parcels # 19227-210-011 and 19227-210-014). This parcel is requested to be zoned Highway-Commercial (H-C). The annexation and zoning were requested by Vel H. Pierce and Cathy H. Pierce in order to receive Town services and to ensure the uses arc con­ sistent with the H-C Zoning District. WHEN EXPERIENCE MATTERS Dennis Houck, LLC Insurance Sales • Consulting •Training Auto • Home • Business Choice^ Dennis Houck, CIC AAI 36 years experience Jefferson Station West Jefferson, NC dhouckllc@earthlink.net 336*877*7218 1 Ashe Memorial Hospital Mount Jefferson Family Medicine is pleased to announce that Danielle Darter, M.D. joined their practice on October 1, 2007. Dr. Darter is board certified and will be providing a full spectrum of care to her patients, including obstetrics. She is a graduate of the Medical College of Virginia. For further information or to schedule an appointment call Mount Jefferson Family Medicine 336-846-7433. �Public Opinion ...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Pets and perspective Let us preface these com­ ments by observing that the publisher and editor of this newspaper are both long-time pet owners and opponents of any sort of animal cruelty. Having said that, this newspaper believes that the recent dog controversy involving television star Elen DeGeneres points out some of the more obsessive aspects of our national love affair with pets. We would suggest some perspective is needed. If you have kept up with this story, here is what hap­ pened: DeGeneres adopted a dog from a rescue group called Mutts and Moms. When the dog could not adapt to her cats, she gave it to her hairdresser's family. Then, citing a clause in the adoption contract that said DeGeneres had to tell them if she gave the dog away, Mutts and Moms showed up at the hairdresser's house and took the dog back. That great­ ly upset the family. As we said, some persepctive is needed. First, by the Mutts and Moms rescue group. It is their apparent position that small dogs should not be adopted by families with children under 14. We find that a rather extreme view, to say the least. If you are talk­ ing toddlers, we would agree. But the family involved in this mess has two daughters, 11 and 12. Unless they are truly unusual pre-teens, it would seem they should be able to take care of a puppy or small dog. This could all have been solved at the start if the rep­ resentatives of this group had simply pointed out the paper­ work problem, resolved it and gone on. Instead, they pulled the poor, confused pup away VJCW! ...\FH\LLARf PULLS THIS OFF- Q from its adoptive family in a really bad bit of judgment. Then turning to the other side, we find the operators of Mutts and Moms have been subjected to threats of death and other violence, along with a stream of hate mail and pro­ tests. Now we agree Mutts and Moms is out of fine, but death threats? Get a grip, folks. There are two very sad truths about this whole situ­ ation. The first is that while all this fuss is being made about this particular dog— Iggy by name—thousands of unwanted pets across the country were euthanized. DeGeneres might have spent the $3,000 she expended to neuter and train Iggy to help a whole bunch of deserving kids adopt pets from a shelter. If California's fees are around $60, like they are here, that money could have made 50 or more kids and animals happy. But the far sadder truth is that on the day Iggy went back to the rescue group, some 16,000 children died of hunger-related causes in the world. There is no way to even understand that num­ ber. That was 640 or so class­ rooms of children, the hope of their countries and families. That was 32,000 mothers and fathers, helplessly sitting by the corpse of their beloved child. And people in this nation are calling, threatening to kill people over a dog that is alive and well-fed? Yes, we need some perspec­ tive. Pets are great compan­ ions, but they are not children. So pet your dog or cat (or whatever), but do not forget how many of the new gen­ eration are today in desperate need. ...WW GETS RE-ELECTED u\20i2,wa\-&t\n THLWWTE. HOUSE UNTIL m-mi k NWHUTE'c- 2017'. WTHBLCHB-SEJL WU.BE0LD ENOUGH TO PUN',- MAIUMlNaTHE IWWJVNTOM WE COULD \J£THEKL TILL 202S VP'-. u.. 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Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. Thanks, everyone! To the Editor: A big salute to the county building inspector and, espe­ cially, Blue Ridge Electric. Recently our son, Randy El­ liott, and his family were mov­ ing into their new home. We were trying to get everything approved and electric power hooked up. The building inspec­ tor went out of his way to in­ spect the home. When this was in to the office of Blue Ridge Electric they had the guys out to do the hook-up that evening, "after hours." Where else would you find such caring people than here at our local offices of these fine employees? We would like to say a big thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Mr. and Mrs. Roy M. Elliott Mr. and Mrs. Randy Elliott and Kevin New trail To the Editor: My letter is not intended to pre-empt any Chamber rib­ bon-cutting ceremonies or other planned grand opening celebrations. However, I would like to take this opportunity to express my personal admira­ tion and gratitude for what the Mountains to the Sea folks have accomplished in laying out the brand new hiking/walking trail that now parallels the Blue Ridge Parkway through Ashe County. Their amazing design seems to incorporate almost ev­ ery natural feature preserved by the Parkway these last 70 years and which are impossible to fully appreciate at 40 or 50 miles per hour. The design does a brilliant job of screening out most of the traffic if not the "rolling thunder." The trail is indeed very new but already has the feel of hav­ ing always existed and possibly followed earlier by Indians and pioneers. My own explorations have brought back warm mem­ ories of hikes among the red­ woods and along the AT. This glorious season would be a perfect time to get ac­ quainted with what promises to be one of the county's finest assets since cheddar cheese. I hope the Post will treat us to an indepth story about this organization and how our trail came into existence. Their de­ termination and hard work de­ serves the community's respect and thanks. Bill Butcher Glendale Springs Insurance for kids To the Editor: There are 8.7 million unin­ sured children in the United States—the richest country in the world. They live in every type of family, though most are in two parent families. Almost 90% of them live in a household with one or both parents work­ ing. Here in Ashe County, ac­ cording to the 2004 census, 13.3% of children 0-17 years of age are not insured. The adults fare even worse—one in four of those 18-64 years of age are without health insurance. There is a serious gap in our current health insurance system for children who do not qualify for Medicaid, but whose parents cannot afford private health insurance. For many families in this category, the State's Health Insurance Pro­ gram (SCHIP) is their safety net. By every measure, SCHIP has been a strong success as a program passed in 1997 by a Democratic President and a Re­ publican Congress, with broad support among state governors of both parties. SCHIP's six mil­ lion participants demonstrate improved health outcomes and performance in school. Over­ all the program has decreased the number of uninsured chil­ dren by one third in the past 10 years. With votes from Republi­ cans, Democrats, and Inde­ pendents, Congress recently overwhelmingly passed legisla­ tion to continue coverage and expand it to more uninsured children. Representative Vir­ ginia Foxx, and Senators Rich­ ard Burr and Elizabeth Dole all voted not to expand the pro­ gram. On October 3, President fAofct FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19. 2 00 7 E.V&W WOUGHT T)?0U6hT PAGE 4A 6 H T Js if I ir DRY RUM Letters to the Editor Bush vetoed the legislation. In a recent letter to the edi­ tor, Congresswoman Foxx ex­ pressed concerns about adult and illegal immigrants receiv­ ing coverage from this program. North Carolina's program has never covered adults or chil­ dren of illegal immigrants. There has also been con­ cern over the "federalization" of health care. SCHIP provides support delivered financial through public and private services. The state runs the program and manages the fi­ nances. And speaking of federal­ ized health care, Ashe County taxpayers pay for the federally subsidized heath care program for our representatives. If they truly believe that government involvement in health care is a bad thing, shouldn't they re­ fuse this benefit? I hope the citizens of Ashe County will contact their rep­ resentatives and encourage them to stand up for the health care of children by voting to override President Bush's veto on October 18. Contact: Representative Virginia Foxx: 202-225-2071 Senator Elizabeth Dole: 202-224-6342 Senator Richard Burr: 202224-3154 Emails may be sent from www.congress.org by typing in your zip code. Julie L. Smith Billboards To the Editor: I was elated to read of our County Commissioner's mora­ torium on the erection of more billboards. Apparently, they are as horrified by the sudden surge in the ugly monsters as many others in our County are. I encourage them to do what they can to protect what is left of the natural beauty of our mountains. If they can stop further desecration of our landscape, that would be prog­ ress. If they could eliminate the present billboards over the next 25 years, at least future generations would benefit. There are many places which depend on tourism and secondhome purchase and construc­ tion that have stringent laws in place that limit the size and location of billboards, Having the laws in place has strength­ ened their economies and con­ tributed to the enjoyment of the people who live there and the people who visit there. I am optimistic that a similar at­ titude will prevail here. Phil Lewis Not rude... To the Editor: In response to "HOW RUDE", I am a member of the JVFD and would like to get some facts straight. The per­ son contacted about the visit for the children from our dept. was a 80+ old retired member. The Chief was never contacted directly and the dates were mixed up. We sponsor all kinds of events for children (eg. week of the young child, Halloween). We are all volunteers, we don't get paid one red cent.We do this because we love what we do and we love our community and what we can do for it. As far as the mix-up in dates,on behalf of the Jefferson Fire De­ People are not able to see beyond their own immediate interests to the larger group in­ terest which ultimately serves their individual wellbeing as well. We have become splintered into special interest groups. De­ mocracy is only possible when people see the improvement of their society as a common good and develop a genuine sense of solidarity with others. One of the major difficulties with our present society is the opposi­ tion of the wealthy rulers to work toward the good of all of our society. We must learn to work to­ ward a society which will serve To the Editor: the interests of all its citizens. Virginia Foxx's article in We need to develop group de­ the Post on Thursday, October cision-making skills. This re­ 9,2007, "A federal government quires that we learn how to irony", was "the straw that think critically, deciding issues broke the camel's back". with evidence, not just what we The Fox of Foxxes wants us happen to feel or what some to believe that it is not her fault supposed authority has told that the nation has a soon to be us. $2.8 trillion debt, the boss that Democracy is not an ex­ she worships wasted $2.7 bil­ ternal system but a way of lion trying to fix Katrina, and life which must be continu­ not to mention her hawkish be­ ally maintainedDemocracy liefs on the war in Iraq which requires of its members certain is the real reason this nation values, qualities of character, has sold its debt to China. No and capacities. Virginia, irony is your use of Democracy cannot be given $15,000 of dirty money from to us by decree, or constitution. Tom Delay and $5,000 dirty It's-not an end to be achieved money from Bob Ney, both who once and handed from one gen­ have been proven to be bad eration to another. It's a pro­ men, that you used to get elect­ cess used by people working ed. I have asked you time and toward common goals such as time again to give the money constitutional liberties. Each back or donate it to Ashe Coun­ generation's goals change, so ty. The "Irony," Virginia is you democracy is a process which voted with your boss, Bush, is never completed any more 81% of the time. than the process of learning is The "Irony" Virginia is that something we stop doing. you are the problem in the Fifth Democracy can emerge only District. The "Irony" is that you when citizens join with others vote for whatever the majority in selecting and satisfying com­ of the people don't want and mon goals. Democracy must you are the one that does not come from accepting that more listen. I ask that you come to efficient processes of decision­ Ashe County and face the vot­ making lead unavoidably to ers in an open town meeting the oppression of one group by and answer the real hard ques­ another. We're presently expe­ tions and stop putting garbage riencing oppression by wealth in the local newspapers. Now, and power under the fascistic that would be "Irony". bush regime. Obscenely rich Bill Bullock people are using political, eco­ Laurel Springs nomic, and military force to drive America into a society with two classes: the wealthy and the poor. Conditions of widespread To the Editor: prosperity are no longer prof­ Americans are trained to itable for the rulers so some of see our government as a true the more unpleasant features democracy. We're almost inca­ of their regime are beginning pable of understanding that we to affect Americans directly. are ruled by the wealthy. The realities of unemployment, Politicians buy their way slave wages, tax-slavery, and into office and don't work for government harassment may the people but for their own provide the kind of motiva­ gain. The richest one percent of tion we need to consider things Americans has gained trillions beyond mindless, superficial, of dollars in the past six years entertainment and sports; the from tax breaks. "circuses" provided by the pres­ America was never a true ent rulers. Perhaps now we can democracy, though it has a begin to ask what democracy is number of democratic fea­ and how we can get it. tures. A small wealthy group in We must realize what led to America has always ruled for our present fascist situation. its own benefit. How have we allowed our selfGovernment responds to delusion, and willingness to let the public's desires with hollow others rule as long as we feel laws that are emptied of seri­ we are getting our share? If we ous content in private bargain­ can understand how we have ing. Promises are made and become owned and fooled then never kept. Laws are passed we can then begin to under­ and never enforced. stand the solution. The United States still pro­ We hear: "What oppression? vides its citizens with greater We never had it so good. Don't freedom than any other coun­ rock the boat." For many peo­ try. We possess some features ple, life under this rule by the of a democracy. We're proud to wealthy, which they have been be Americans. How do we help fully programmed to experi­ this country realize its full po­ ence as a democracy, appears tential as a government of the satisfying and complete. It may people? be about to change. Thinking seriously involves Hie trouble in protecting our examining our own self-delu­ democracy is that more atten­ sions. Certain of our delusions tion has been paid to defending make democracy impossible. it as a philosophy than to actu­ Movies, television, music, lit­ ally making it function. erature, all encourage us to feel that we are the center of the Craig Dudley universe. partment, I'm sure it is safe to say we apologize and have no intentions of being "RUDE". If you would call and talk to the Chief or any other officer we could possibly re-schedule a visit for the children to see the fire trucks.We are always hap­ py to have children or anyone else interested in our Fire De­ partment, trucks, or anything that we can do for the community.Thanks For the support of your local VFD! Joseph Church Member, JVFD Irony Democracy? �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY/ OCTOBER 19, 2007 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Tree continued from front page trees for decoration. As he was walking through the fields and admiring the per­ fectly shaped trees, he said his grandchildren would re­ ally enjoy spending time on this Christmas tree farm. Assisting with the choice of trees for the White House were Nancy Clarke, chief flo­ ral designer, and Mike Lawn, grounds foreman. Clarke said it takes about two and a half days to deco­ rate the White House for Christmas, and about a day of that to decorate the Blue Room tree. There are about 92 volunteers and about 95 per­ manent staff members work­ ing on the annual project."It's really an all out effort by the National Park Service (which oversees the grounds), the White House staff and our volunteers," Clarke said. "It's a very orchestrated event," added Rochon. The group chose the tree Joe Freeman thought they would choose, the one his fam­ ily would have put in their own home this year. It is a lovely tree, and Freeman is proud that instead of his home, it will be gracing the president's home. "It is an honor," he said, "because it's really presenting the tree to the entire U.S." "That's the one I picked," said Joe's mother, Myrtle Freeman. "If they hadn't, I would have been disappoint­ ed." Myrtle enjoyed demon­ strating wreath-making to the group as they toured the farm. The other of the two 20-foot tall Fraser firs will decorate the Freeman home this year. These two trees are the last of the original ones planted by Freeman when he started his Christmas tree farm in 1988. They sit on the original acre he planted, which has grown to include 130 acres in Ashe County, a plantation of Fra­ ser fir in Virginia, and other species grown for wreath greenery in Moore County. Mistletoe Meadows has won numerous state and national awards and employs 15 field crew, a field manager and an office manager. These num­ bers grow to over 50 during the Christmas tree season for tree harvesting and shipping and wreath making. The Freeman's welcomed National Christmas Tree Association members Cline Church, vice president, Ron Hudler, director, and mem­ bers Pam Helmsing and Ni­ cole Kellogg to the farm for this special event. Linda Gragg from the North Caro­ lina Christmas Tree Associa­ tion also attended along with fellow growers from the Ashe County Christmas Tree As­ sociation. Special guests in­ cluded Jerry Washington, who works with Freeman, Don and Carol Tucker, Danny Lambert and Sheila Jordan. "We're all excited," said Linda Freeman about the Ashe County tree going to Washington. "Our street is excited, our county is excited. The whole state is excited." When the tree is cut the day after Thanksgiving, the The planning board is developing the plan by ad­ dressing various issues oneby-one. These issues include utility and transportation infrastructure, the natural environment, and land use. In addition, the plan outline will be displayed at the public meeting, along with accompa­ nying background informa­ tion, maps, and documents produced so far. High Country Council of Governments is assisting the West Jefferson Planning Board in developing the plan. This is a regional planning agency that provides staff support to local governments for various projects. For more information, call West Jefferson Town Hall at 246-3551. is also the telephone number to call if you are interested in helping with preservation efforts through donations or committee work. Go online to www.ashehistory.org. Land Use continued from front page able for public examination throughout the evening. On display at the public meeting will be a list of goals and objectives for the land use plan. This list will be pre­ sented at the meeting, with the public invited to select the goals and objectives which are most important to them, and to suggest revisions or make additions to the list. Meeting continued from front page ed focus on the old Virginia Creeper Railroad that is part of Ashe County's history. A supplement to this grant was added in 2006, and MACH is providing funds for this match. Exterior repairs have been completed. Work has begun on restoration of the interior of the courthouse building. Damaged areas have been repaired. "Rough-ins" for the electrical, plumbing, heating and cooling elements have been completed. Window re­ pair and reconditioning has been contracted to a special­ ty firm. And, work on painted and plastered surfaces, along with flooring work, has been in progress during 2007. A large space has been designated as the museum portion of the first floor. Oth­ er space there will be used for a welcome center, a gift shop, and offices. The center hall is designed as a place for paying tribute to veterans of military service. A temporary museum has been established on Main Street across from the old courthouse in the town of Jefferson. Use of the space has been donated by the ad­ jacent First Charter Bank. Don Long, curator, and pro­ fessional artist Warren Pitts have created many exhibits there which will appeal to everyone interested in Ashe County history. New Ashe County items of historical interest are being added fre­ quently, and more donations are expected and welcomed. Volunteers are staffing the temporary museum. The hours are 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday from April through October. The museum is open on Satur­ days only (at the same hours) from November through March. Visits to the tempo­ rary museum at other times can be arranged by calling the office at 846-1904. This Iheri Estate Andtem Saturday October 27 11AM Mountain Lot Dreaming of escaping to the beautiful North Carolina Mountains? The remote feel of the NC Mountains offer solitude and tranquility unlike any other location. This beautiful partially wooded 0.935 acre lot allows you to enjoy nature's beautiful parade of fall colors as well as enjoy a breathtaking view of the North Fork of the New River. This lot has a new septic system and well already installed. This would be an excellent location for your dream mountain get-a-way. Lot is zoned as unrestricted. Call (919) 894-7700 for additional information. Location: Hwy 163- to West Jefferson, continue through West Jefferson on 194 N, this road merges with Hwy 88 W, go 6 miles thru Warrensville on Hwy 88 W, pass Blue Ridge Elementary School turn right into Quail Run fol­ low to top of hill, at T in road turn left on Falls Lane lot is on your immediate right. (Look for signs) Terms: 10% down day of auction, balance due in 30 days -A 6% buyers pre­ mium will be added to determine the total contract purchase price. Auctioneers Disclaimer: All information contained herein is provided without rep­ resentation or warranty as to the accuracy of the same. Buyers shall be respon­ sible for inspecting property and rely on their own judgment. Property to be sold AS IS, WHERE IS, including any and all faults. Announcements at the auctions take precedence over any and all prior advertising. The Auction Firm and Sellers reserve the right to entertain any reasonable offers prior to the auction. Attention Buyers: Please plan to arrive one hour prior to the auction in order to register and have any last minute questions answered. We will also be auctioning a 32' camper separately on auction day. di [fW Realty www.gregoryauction.com ^alvin or Lane NCAL #8077 River and restaurant * * House country inn Sunday, October 21 85ML 4 pm - 6 pm / Dinner immediately following performance Featuring • Music starts at 4:00 p.m. Tk f < tj i j Hors d'oeuvres passed at 5:00 p.m.I L l t T ' J U S t V U l U D v vt Four Course Chefs Choice served ^ c. ^ .c rs at 6:00 p.m. Sultry SoUtuCTTl SwitUJ • Forty Dollars ($40"") tri.0, Mart fid L a fabutoUS J per person plus alcohol, tax, and gratuity t\\X.CVtOAX\£X\ • • 1896 Old Field Creek Road Grassy Creek, NC • 336-982-2109 Freemans will accompany it to Washington for the official presentation to First Lady Laura Bush. "To represent North Caro­ lina and the entire Christmas tree industry is such an hon­ or," said Joe Freeman. "I still can't quite believe it. Only one tree out of the 30 million plus sold across America ends up being the Official White House Christmas Tree. The oppor­ tunity to meet Mrs. Bush in person and present her with a North Carolina Fraser fir from the Blue Ridge Mountains is indeed a privilege. I also want to get the message out to con­ sumers that real Christmas trees are an environmentally smart choice since they are a renewable and recyclable product. Although I keep re­ peating this, it is truly a big honor for my small farm and I'm grateful for the opportu­ nity to make the trip to the White House." Now in Digital Sound Arrests continued from front page iff James Williams. A false description of the vehicle in­ volved was given to authori­ ties. As a result of the inves­ tigation, two young men were arrested. Henry Martin Drane IV, 23, of West Jeffer­ son (the suspect questioned earlier), and John Phillip Miller, 22, of Fleetwood are both charged with felony lar­ ceny and felony breaking and entering. The two, Williams said, had done work along with another man—who was not involved in the inci­ dent—for the victim prior to the alleged theft. Authorities determined that the person who made the false call had been of­ fered money to do so. "He has cooperated with us and has not been charged," Williams said. At press time, Drane was out on bond, while Miller re­ mained in Ashe County jail. SHOWTIME Sun-Thurs 7PM Only Fri & Sat 7 & 9 PM iniirT«mir*lrilnlrMniCTlf*leMCTminieilc*leilnlt?ilnioir-»lmlCTir'«lninic*1 Theatre One Mr.Woodcock PG13 Theatre Two Game Plan ovie schedule for U20E»~ October 19 - October 25 ElGiraGlGlGlElEl Local News is Just a click away.... jeffersonpost.com IS1SH5 •1G1G1S TGltSlE ^§15 1 // 1-800-849-6127 or 800-893-6246 TTY FOR SERVICES OR EMERGENCIES 24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK For mental health, developmental disabilities and substance abuse services Meeting community needs...one person at a time. �PAGE 6A FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2007 JEFFERSON POST RELIGION Churches hear about fate of native languages by Kathy L. Gilbert Oct. 11,2007 ANADARKO, Okla. (UMNS) Native American languag­ es have been under "extreme and direct attack" for genera­ tions and many are in danger of extinction, said the director of a project working to save the Euchee language. Richard Grounds, project director of the Euchee (Yuchee) Language Project in Sapulpa, Okla., works with the five remaining fluent Euchee speakers left in the United States. His daughter, Renee, a board member of the United Methodist Commis­ sion on Religion and Race, has dedicated her life to help­ ing him keep the language alive. Speaking in Euchee, Re­ nee introduced her father to . members of the commission at Ware Chapel United Meth­ odist Church before his pre­ sentation on the project. Commission members were taking a day during their Oct. 3-7 board meeting in Oklahoma City to visit Ki­ owa Native American United Methodist churches and to hear from Native American United Methodists. Caroline Botone and Hen­ ry Joseph Willis greeted the group in their native languag­ es of Kiowa and Choctaw. "This is really a pretty special event," Grounds said. "We are hearing from our el­ ders at this meeting in their own languages. This is what their mother spoke to them, and that's why they speak it A UMNS pnoto Dy Kathy L. (jiiDert Renee and Richard Grounds share a passion to save their native Euchee language. Richard Grounds, project director of the Euchee (Yu-chee) Language Project in Sapulpa, Okla., works with the five remaining fluent Euchee speakers left in the United States. His daughter, Renee, a board member of the United Methodist Commission on Religion and Race, plans to dedicate her life to helping him keep the language alive. to you." Under attack Grounds said the World War II generation still speaks their native languages, and most of that generation is slowly dying, taking the lan­ guages with them. "In this state where 25 in­ digenous languages are still spoken, only four of those are being learned by children; all the rest are only spoken by elders," he said. "The words you heard from my daughter, Renee, speaking the language of my grandmother are ex­ tremely unusual." "We want our young people to be proud of their languag­ es." -Richard GroundsThe com­ mission funded Grounds' Eu­ chee project from 2000-2004 through the Minority Group Self-Determination Fund. The fund was established by The United Methodist Church to empower racial and ethnic minority people within and Assembly of God Church Bald Mtn. Baptist Church 246-2979 220 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson. NC Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Comer of Fan -Roland & McNeil Sis •Jefferson (88 West - Left on McNeil. One Block) Sunday School - 9: JO-11):15 a.m. Morning Worship -10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00p.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman 1460 Bald Mm Rd, West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Sendee - II:00am Sunday Evening Worship - 2:00pm Wednesday Evening - 7:00pm Bethany United Methodist Church 336-877-2801 Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA Pastor George Norris Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. "And He led them as far as to Bethany... and He blessed them" Lukc24:50 Baldwin Community Church Pastor: Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 Haldniounlainchtirch.org Email: Baldmountain@skybest.com Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2042 1549 Hwy. 194 South • Todd (1 mi. oft Hwy 221) SUNDAY- Sunday School 10:00AM Worship 11:00AM and 6:00PM MONDAY - Community Care 6:00PM • (Prayer & Outreach) WEDNESDAY- Family Night 7:00PM (All ages) (Missions Ministry, Van Ministry. Teen Time) "A Church focused - on faith, family & the future" Blue Ridge Worship Center Church of Christ at West Jefferson Cornerstone Fellowship 221 Burnett St., (Off Buck Mtn. Road) Bamett St. • West Jefferson 846-3954 Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs Sunday School - 10:00 am Sunday Worship Service 11:00am & 6:00 pm "Join its in worship to Christ" Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 Sunday Morning Worship 8:30AM and 11 :00AM Family Time - 9:30AM Sunday School-10:00AM outside the church. The tradition of passing down native languages was "crushed through a very ugly, sorted, intentional process" that took young people out of the tribes and put them in boarding schools where they were forced to speak English. "I would guess billions of dollars were spent destroying our languages, breaking down our ceremonial ways, assault­ ing our traditions," he said. Misguided faith Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 495 Highway 194 South Sunday Evening Worship 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study 6:45PM Services en Espafiol Sabados a las - 6:00PM Clascs de ESL Scrvicios a las - 7: Nursery provided for all services Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene "Come as you are. you will he loved" Sunday School 10:00 a.m Worship & Praise ILOOa.m Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Robert St. off Bare (Church) 846-9378 Doug Frazier, Minister Sun Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship 11:00 a m Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Bible Study 846-5615 Church Office or, 846-5616 Preacher s Residence Casual & Contemporary Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship ILOOa.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Friendship Baptist Church Healing Springs Baptist Church 891 Friendship Baptist Church Kdjefferson, NC Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church Billy Robinson - Pastor Sunday School • 9:45 AM Worship • 11:00 AM 201S. Jefferson Ave., West Jefferson 846-7481 (336) 982-2080 Sunday School - 9:0(7a.m. Sunday Worship Services- 10:00 am Sunday Evening Services - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00p.m We invite you to join us for a God centered. family worshipping experience. St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church Churches have been complicit in the dispossession of Native Americans, he said. He told the group that Meth­ odism founder John Wesley came to Georgia in 1835 and met the Creeks, Muskogee, Chickasaws and Euchee. Wes­ ley wrote "really ugly things about these native nations," Grounds said. "But he really saved his most cruel remarks for the Euchees, saying that the Euchees killed their own chil­ dren — things that were not really true and things he didn't really have a basis for making the claims," Grounds said. "Colonialism is taking oth­ er people's resources to service your own interest. It's taking the richness of others in or­ der to build your own wealth. It was a fairly ugly process. In the context of the United States, it was done under the Pastor Todd Brewer cJJfafee every effort to live in peace with all men and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the Lord. HEBREWS 12:14 © 2007 by King Features Syndicate, Inc. World rights reserved. Big Flatts Baptist Church Beaver Creek Christian Church Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Jim Dawes, Minister Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Service 6:30 p.m. Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 Deep Ford Rd., Lansing Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Worship at 1 LOO a ntSunday Evening Worship at 6:00p.m. Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00p.m. Jefferson United Methodist Church Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor Pastor: Rev. Jack I'ugh 9178 Old Hwy. 16 • Grumpier, NC Sunday School -10:00A.M. Sunday Morning Worship Service- 11:00A.M. Sunday Evening Worship Service - 7:00P.M. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00PM. Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience. 9:00 a.in. Early Worship 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages North Beaver Baptist Parish of the Holy Communion 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh Main it Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun Morning Mass - 9:00 AM Saturday Evening Mass 5:00ru English & 7:00pmSpanish Weekday Morn. Mass - Call for times "Loves you and wants you to fellowship with us every Sunday!" Hwy. 163 West Jefferson Pastor Rick Miller Sunday School • 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship • 11:00 am. Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00p.m. Smethport Independant Baptist Church Pastor James T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 115 East Main St., Jefferson, NC (336) 246-9512 11:00 a m. - Formal Worship Service We would love to have you come worship with us. Office Phone: 336-9M-94I0'Rev. Lonnie Jones • Pastor Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM CASUAL ENVIRONMENT SERIOUS FAITH Faith Fellowship Elliott Osowitt, Pastor 513 E. Main St., Jefferson TWo Services + SS 8:30 -12 Wed. Nite Bible Study: 6:30 pm AWANA Starts Sept 5! 194 and 88 West, Smethport, NC Missions Building by Faith Promise St. Mary's Church West Jefferson 8:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Phone - 982-3076 Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM 846-3346 (Episcopalian) Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4th) •7:00PM Sunday-School 9:45 a.m. • Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Night Services 6:30p.m Wednesday- Service 7:00 p.m name of U.S. expansion, a lot of patriotic fanfare, often with a Christian veneer over it." The use of Native Ameri­ can mascots and names points to the same thinking today that says "if it's Indian, it's ours. It's no longer just the resources. It's no longer just the land. It's literally the name. It's literally the iden­ tity," he said. "We want our young people to be proud of their languag­ es." Globally, Grounds said, the next 20 years likely will see the loss of half of the world's languages and, in the United States, about 70 percent of in­ digenous languages are pro­ jected to die out. "This is the core, the heart, of who our peoples are. This is the diversity, the alternative that is unique about people. It is all coded in those lan­ guages." Welcome Home Baptist Church Fleetwood, NC Pastor, Chris Cox Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! Friendly Grove Baptist Church Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 7:00p.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7:00p.m. "A Life Worth Living!" Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Rev. Keith Casey 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson, NC (336) 246-4764 9:45 a.m. Sunday • Sunday School 11:00 urn Sunday Worship Service 6:30p.m. Sunday • Sunday Night Service 6:00p.m. Monday • TE A M. 10:00 a.m. Tuesday • Joy in the Morning 7:00p.m. Wednesday «Prayer Meeting Seventh-Day Adventist Church of WarrensviUe Pastor: Kevin Morgan 336-667-6092 f $ Saturday Services: Bible School- 10:00 AM Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM West Jefferson United Methodist Church Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Sunday School • 10:00AM Youth Services - Sunday • 6:00PM Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. Children's Church and Nursery Provided Van Trmsportation Available We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! Pastor Home: 336-384-3188 • Cell:336-977-1009 www.wjumc.net • H I H H ******************** To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 Corner of Hwy. RID-A-BUG 221 & Cherry St. EXTERMINATING Jefferson 4i0t HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPPLY, INC. 141 Lyalls Lane, Jefferson, NC (Just off Aehe Park Road) Open Mon-Fri • 7am-5pm Sears 246-7131 203 East 1" Street • West Jefferson, NC Convenient Termite & Pest Control 246-6077 7 Days A Week WLDXEB (iOiVSTlil'OTIOX Commercial atul Residential PO Box 972 • West Jefferson, NC 336-246-6482 Fax: 246-6402 Dr Pepper Bottling Company West Jefferson 246-4591 246-4222 203 South Second Ave. Ashe County Builders Supply "Complete Line of Building Supplies" Old Hwy, 221-S. Beaver Creek • West Jefferson 336-246-3367 Compliments of West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.jeffersonpost.com VANNOY Fax: 336-846-7165 Mountain Aire Jefferson, NC 336-246-7101 We Offer LP Gas • Gas Heaters Fire Logs • Cooking Equipment Call Pete at 246-7039 COMPANY Mt. Jefferson Oil Glendale Springs, N.C. 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Y<«« ftjrtjY'Pwmtr The Jewel Shoppe 785 East Main Street The Mountain Village Shopping Center West Jefferson 246-9969 Mon-Sat~8:30 AM - 5:30 PM Pollard Glass 211 Burkett Avenue Jefferson, NC West Jefferson, NC 336-246-4155 336-846-4176 High Country Paint & Performance 1358 W. King Street • Boone 828-264-0439 or 800-452-0343 f? I1") PPG Paints 3-M Products (US Billy Blcvins • Tommy Little CARDINAL LANES Family Fun Center "Church Groups Welcome" Discounted Rates 787 Hwy 221, West Jefferson 336-246-7077 Evenings Hwy 421-Boone, NC r=IUIf— 828-264-9051 cHevrtntr www,meckbrownlnc.com <2>Oldsmobiie Hoo+te. KuJuUiz, 9nc Your Local Equipment Dealer I Your Equipment Needs 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep G« 828-263-8464 • www.boonekubc We Build Your °L^V)r> The Way You \ www.cia.ssic Intersection US 221 & NC 163 • I62i Wcsi Jefferson, NC • 336-246- �FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7A COMMUNITY NEWS 'Pump Boys & Dinettes' coming to Blowing Rock October 24 BLOWING ROCK, NC - Along Hwy. 57, some­ where between Frog Level and Smyrna, four pump boys—Jim, Eddie, Jackson and L.M. —saunter into their gas station and begin tuning their instruments. Across the blacktop, the di­ nettes, Prud,ie and Rhetta, prep their diner for opening and chat with the arriving audience. Once everybody is seated, this ode to life by the roadside begins. Pump Boys and Dinettes, a country-rock/ pop musical revue playing at the Hayes Performing Arts Center Oct. 24 - Nov. 11, is the sort of interactive show that feeds off the energy and pleasure of its audience. The four guys do the occasional auto repairs, ususally when aided by large quantities of time, while the Cupp sisters celebrate their home cook­ ing with the same zeal they bring to being neighborly with the pump boys. And all six of these relentlessly cheerful folks pay tribute to life and love, music and mischief in a small, South­ ern town along a desolate stretch of asphalt. "I love the musical numbers," says Pump Boys and Dinettes di­ rector Amy London. "There is a great variety of style, they are high-spirited and you can feel the cast's enthu­ siasm as they play and sing them. It really shows off the company's diverse talents. Some of them also have poi­ gnant moments which come as a surprise during this light musical romp." The cast includes Barry Tarallo (last seen as A.P. Carter in Keep on the Sunny Side) as Jim, Chris Blissett as Jackson , Kim Cozort Kay as Rhetta, Cindy Summers as Prudie, Jack Bloeser as L.M., and Michael Carlisle as Eddie. "I have worked with some of the cast mem­ bers previously, and some I have yet to meet," says Lon­ don. "I look for strong sing­ ing voices, good actors and musicians, a natural style and a sense of spirit." One of the unique and exticing aspects of Pump Boys and Dinettes is the fact that the audience is an integral part of the action. For instance, the characters hold a raffle and a lottery, which results in one of the audience mem­ bers going home with a prize and one lucky guy getting serenaded with a love song. Though the plot may be slight, the fun is endless, as the six performers guarantee a good time through song, dance and multiple shenani­ gans via country-flavored music and inventive lyrics. Almost instantaneously, you'll find yourself laugh­ ing along with these char­ acters and their boundless enthusiasm for life. "I have never seen an audience not enjoy Pump Boys, says Lon­ don. "It is a great show, with engaging music, fun char­ acters and dialogue, and it truly shows off these actors' unique abilities. I think the North Carolina audiences will completely enjoy them­ selves. In addition, the show was conceived and written by Jim Wann, a North Caro­ lina native, and he collabo­ rated with the other original cast members to come up with the fictitious Highway 57, the home of the pump boys and dinettes." The first performance of Pump Boys and Dinettes was given in the summer of 1981 in New York at The Chelsea West Side Arts Theatre. Just a few months later, due to its enor­ mous success, the show was forced to move to a bigger and more suitable theatre. In February 1982, after nu­ merous productions in many Manhattan theatres, Pump Boys and Dinettes trans­ ferred to the Princess The­ atre on 48th Street for its Broadway premiere, where­ upon it was nominated for a Tony Award for Best Musi­ cal and received four Drama Desk nominations, including best musical. Performance times for Pump Boys and Dinettes are October 24 at 8 p.m., October 25 at 8 p.m., Octo­ ber 26 at 8 p.m., October 27 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m, Octo­ ber 28 at 2 p.m., October 31 at 8 p.m., November 1 at 8 p.m., November 2 at 8 p.m., November 3 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. and November 4 at 2 p.m., November 7 at 8 p.m., November 8 at 8 p.m., No­ vember 9 at 8 p.m., Novem­ ber 10 at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. .and November 11 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $30, $14 for stu­ dents, and are available now by calling the Box Office at 828-295-9627. You may pay by credit card or by cash (in person). Tickets can also be purchased online at www. HayesCenter.org by credit card. Special group rates are also available. Season and Flex Passes can be pur­ chased and used throughout the entire '07 season. The Native American Studies Group will meet on Monday, Oct. 22, at 7 p.m. at White Hart Woods in West Jefferson. White Hart Woods is located behind Lowe's Food. The group will be havinga discussion called a "Talking Stick" talk. Whoever holds this one stick has the floor and can't be interrupted un­ til he or she is through and passed the "Talking Stick" on to the next person. By doing this in this way, everyone who wants to can express their opinion uninterrupted. Also, the video "All Things are Connected" will be shown. This short (eight minutes) video is about Chief Seattle's speech to Congress concern­ ing environmental ethics. The meeting is free and open to all. For more informa­ tion, call Ken Rogers at 336385-6752. Martha Basset at River House recording a new record. Al­ though they are known for their ability to incorporate jazz, rock, country, and tra­ ditional standards into the live shows, it is their origi­ nal music that fans appreci­ ate most. Music starts at 4, hors d'oeuvres at 5, and a fourcourse Chef's Choice dinner at 6. $40 per person, plus al­ cohol, tax and gratuity. Call 219-2109 for reservations and information. Popular singer Martha Bassett is the headliner for this Sunday's Salon Series at River House in Grassy Creek. North Carolinians have known Martha's music for some time now, but in the past couple of years, she's been finding a new audience throughout the Southeast due to increased touring, the recent Eastern Music Fes­ tival appearance, her work on the Sony Classics film JUNEBUG, festival appear­ ances, and numerous arti­ cles in the press. Her talent is unquestionable and she surrounds herself with the best. They have opened for Lyle Lovett, played Merlefest, and are currently tour­ ing the East Coast while Native American Studies Group to meet ttEGAL CINEMAS BARGAIN SHOWS IN {) * Pass I Discount Ticket Restrictions Apply REGAL 7 828-262-3800 B00-FANDANGO 254H 210 New Market St Center Adv. Tlx onSa/oSAW IV (R) - ID REQ'D * Adv. Tlx on Salo BEEMO VIE (PG) * THE COMEBACKS (PG-13) Regional arts grants announced (135) 435 730 1000 items to use for display and storage of artwork; Kim Hadley, visual artist, to purchase a camera; Leigh Ann Henion to purchase a icon digital camera; Jeff Martin, to pur­ chase a small trailer to trans­ port artwork to shows and exhibitions, Pac McLaurin, to purchase documentary photography supplies; Chelsy Miller, pot­ ter, purchase of slab roller and griffin grip; Pat Morri­ son, visual artist, to purchase camera and software; Cheryl Roberts, fiber artist, to attend workshop and complete new work; Deborah Jean Sheets, musician, to record and mar­ ket new CD. An orientation session and reception for the recipi­ ents will be held at the Jones House in Boone, NC on Tues­ day, October 30, 2006 at 6:30 p.m. The public is welcome to attend. A multi-disciplinary panel from the four county region judged 14 applications in vi­ sual arts, music, film and lit­ erature. There was $12,544.44 requested and The Ashe Copnty Arts Council will again bring the Missoula Children's Theatre to Ashe County the week of October 22-27. Missoula Children's Theatre (MCT) is the nation's largest touring children's theatre. The pro­ duction this year will be "Rob­ inson Crusoe". The two person Missoula team will hold auditions from 3:30-5:30 Monday, October 22 at the Ashe Civic Center. Those auditioning should ar­ rive at 3:30 pm and plan to stay for the full two hours. Some of the cast members selected will be asked to stay for a rehearsal immediately following the auditions. Up to 50 local children will be cast to appear in the show. There is no guarantee that everyone who auditions will be cast in the play. There will be a $15 fee per cast member to help defray the cost of this learn­ ing experience. All those chosen to be in the cast must be available when needed for rehearsals the entire week prior to the performance. Rehearsals will be each day from 3:30-8:00 pm. Performances will be on Saturday, October 27th at 3:00 pm and 7:30 pm at the Ashe Civic Center. The seat­ ing is general admission and the tickets are $8 adults and $5 students. All MCT shows are origi­ nal adaptations of classic chil­ dren's stories and fairytales .. . a twist on the classic stories that you know and love. Also included in the residency are three enrichment workshops presented by the Tour Actor/ Directors. Creativity, social skills, goal achievement, com­ munication skills and self-es­ teem are all characteristics that are attained through the participation in this unique, educational project. This program is sponsored by the Ashe County Little Theatre, the Ashe Civic Cen­ ter and is sponsored by the Ashe County Arts Council. For more information, call Arts Council at 846-ARTS. $8500 was granted. 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Amy Faw Johnson and His great-grandparents are Jason Andrew Johnson of Clifford and Iva Lee Hoosier Warrensville announce the of Creston, N.C., Mary Wal­ birth of their daughter, Jenlace of Sugar Grove, N.C., na Marie Johnson. She was and Howard Harmon of Sug­ born Oct. 10, 2007, at Ashe ar Grove, N.C. Memorial Hospital, weigh­ April R. and Steven A. ing 7 pounds, 14 ounces, and Turner of West Jefferson was 20 inches long. She was announce the birth of their welcomed home by her big daughter, Hayley Eliza­ brother, Austin Tyler John­ beth Turner. She was born son, and grandparents Allen Oct. 9, 2007 at Ashe Me­ and Joan Faw and Van and morial Hospital, weighed 6 Lee-Raye Johnson. pounds, 10 ounces and was Crystal and Brandon 21 inches long. She was wel­ Maine of Jefferson announce comed home by big brothers the birth of their daughter, and sisters Chasity, Ethan, Molly Grace Maine. She was Kendal and Nicholas and born Oct. 5,2007, at Watauga grandparents Elizabeth V. Medical Center. She weighed 5 pounds, 14 ounces. Mary Beth and Shane Greene of Todd announce the birth of their son, Sawyer Knight Greene. He was born Oct. 9, 2007, at Watauga Medical Center. He weighed 7 pounds, 10 ounces. Jodie and Wilson Lemly of Fleetwood announce the birth of their son, Todd. He was born Oct. 9, 2007, at Watauga Medical Center. He weighed 9 pounds, 5 ounces. Colleen Blowers and Bob­ by Taylor of West Jefferson announce the birth of their daughter, Lily Ann Taylor. She was born Oct. 10, 2007, at Watauga Medical Center, and weighed 6 pounds, 7 ounces. Food allergies can turn Halloween treats into tricks FAIRFAX, Va. (October 17, 2007)—For many of the 3.1 million American children with food allergy, the candy they get while trick-or-treating is the spookiest part of Halloween. And the growing popularity of allergen adviso­ ry labeling may confuse them and their parents as to which candies are safe and which should be avoided. "Many of the most common food allergens are found in candy," says Anne Muhoz-Fur\ong, founder and CEO of the Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network (FAAN). "For some children, just one bite of the wrong food can bring on ana­ phylaxis—a severe allergic re­ action that can cause death." Eight foods account for 90 percent of all food-allergic re­ actions in the U.S.: milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, fish, and shellfish. Of these, only the last two are not likely to be found in candy. The incidence of food al­ lergy has doubled in the last 10 years, and scientists aren't sure why. More than 12 mil­ lion Americans —one in 25— are caught up in this life-al­ tering epidemic, which results in 150-200 deaths and more than 30,000 emergency room visits each year. There is no known cure; strict avoidance is the only way to prevent a reaction. To make matters even trickier for those dealing with food allergy, an increasing number of food manufactur­ ers are labeling their products with advisory warnings about the possible unintentional presence of common allergens. Because these warnings have become so common, consum­ ers have begun to ignore them in the belief that they're not serious, which puts them at increased risk for a reaction. A study reported earlier this year in the Journal of Al­ lergy and Clinical Immunol­ ogy found that fewer parents are heeding the warnings today than did several years ago. Advisory labeling typical­ ly includes such statements as "may contain [allergen]," "manufactured on shared equipment with [allergen]," and "manufactured in the same facility with [allergen]." Parents are urged not to ig­ nore these warnings on Hal­ loween treats. As a non-candy alternative to raise money for food allergy research and education,FAAN has organized its fifth annual Trick or Treat for Food Allergy campaign for this Halloween. Participants of all ages will collect coins instead of candy in specially marked collection boxes. The campaign is spon­ sored by Abbott, makers of EleCare® and other specialty nutrition products for chil­ dren. For more information, contact FAAN at (800) 9294040 or visit www.foodallergy. org on the Web. About FAAN Founded in 1991, the Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Net­ work (FAAN) is the world leader in information about food allergy, a potentially fa­ tal condition that afflicts ap­ proximately 12 million Ameri­ cans, or one out of every 25, and is rapidly increasing in prevalence. A nonprofit orga­ nization based in Fairfax, Va., FAAN has 30,000 members in the U.S., Canada, and 62 other countries. It is dedicated to increasing public awareness of food allergy and its conse­ quences, to educating people about the condition, to advo­ cating on behalf of all those affected by it, and to advanc­ ing research into its causes, prevalence, cure, and preven­ tion. FAAN provides informa­ tion and educational resources about food allergy to patients, their families, schools, health professionals, pharmaceutical companies, the food indus­ try, and government officials. The FAAN Medical Advisory Board, which reviews all of the organization's educational materials, is comprised of 14 of the leaders in food allergy medicine and food science in the U.S. and Canada. In ad­ dition to its printed materi­ als, FAAN also sponsors such awareness programs as Food Allergy Awareness Week, the Mariel C. Furlong Awards for Making a Difference, food al­ lergy conferences, and fundraising walks. 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All rights reserved The name EMBARQ and the jet logo are trademarks of Ernbarq Holdings Company LLC EMB1-07-07467 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2007 PAGE 9A COMMUNITY EVENTS Catch the fall colors Sunday at Mt. Jefferson take place in the Ashe Services for Aging conference room. in downtown West Jefferson. Enjoy entertainment from the Rock-N Country Band, food made available as a fundraiser for the Ashe Free Medical Clin­ ic, a NASCAR simulator, door prizes every hour, and strolling among the shops and touring the condominiums. Noon-6 p.m.: 2007 Annual Charles Fleanor Memorial Flea Market at High Country 2 p.m.: Pet Costume Contest on the back deck of Todd General Store. Dress up you Greenhouses on Hwy 88 in Smethport (across from Ashe Tire Service). Admission is free between noon and 6; there is an early bird special with $5 ad­ mission from 10 a.m. to noon. All proceeds support Hospice. NOTE: Bring donations for the flea market to High Country Greenhouses between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. weekdays, Oct. 2- and your pet and compete for prizes in this fundraiser for the Ashe County Humane Society. Early registration by Oct. 19 is $5 per entry. Fee is $7 per entry the day of the contest. Spon­ sors and donations welcome. Interested pet owners can preregister at Todd General Store and the Humane Society center in Jefferson. All proceeds go to the Ashe Humane Society. Friday October 19 8:30 a.m.:The annual meeting of Ashe Services for Aging Inc. and Ashe Senior Village Inc. board of directors will r17- l Noon-until: Chicken bar\becue at Glendale Springs (Presbyterian Church gym 4:30-7:30 p.m.: Fred's Pulled Pork Bar B Q at Fleetwood Community Center. All the 3-4:30 p.m.: Free Car Seat Checks will be given at Ashe fixin's for $8 adults and $6 chil­ dren. Call 877-4973 for take outs or more information. Come on out and support your com­ munity center. 7 p.m.: Professional record­ Family Central. For more infor­ mation call 846-0781. ing artists Andrea Lynne and Jimmy Smith in concert at Ion John Luke Road, Glendale (Springs. Half chicken, baked oeans, slaw, roll and dessert for i>6, eat-in or take-out. 4-8 p.m.: Fish Fry to benefit Ashe Outreach Ministries. $8 Mount Paddy Church, 822 Hwy. 88W, West Jefferson. donation for large portion, of fish, fries, hushpuppies, slaw, desert and drink. Takeout avail­ able. 9382 Hwy. West, Clifton. Call 385-1314 for more info. Sunday October 21 Saturday October 20 2 p.m.: Fall colors on the Trail at Mount Jefferson State Park. Greenhouses on Hwy 88 in Smethport (across from Ashe Tire Service). Admission is free. All proceeds support Hospice. Meet at picnic area.Take an hour this fall and enjoy the spectacu­ lar change of season. Come up to the picnic area and meet a park ranger for a hike to Luther Rock. Bring your cameras and questions as we will be looking at the causes and effects of fall color. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.: Fall Leaf Fes­ tival at Jefferson Station 4 p.m.: Martha Bassett will perform in the Sunday Sa- 8 a.m.-4 p.m.: 2007 Annual Charles Fleanor Memorial Flea Market at High Country Ion Series at River House in Grassy Creek. Music starts at 4, hors d'oeuvres at 5, and a four-course Chef's Choice din­ ner at 6. $40 per person, plus alcohol, tax and gratuity. Call 219-2109 for reservations and information. 7 p.m.: Valley Home Baptist Church will hold revival Sun­ day, Oct. 21 through Saturday, Oct. 27 at 7 p.m. nightly. Special singing each night. Rev. Andy Watson will bring the message. Pastor, Rev. Ken Holmes, and the congregation invite every­ one to attend. The church is located on Three Top Road in Todd. Monday October 22 7 p.m.: The Museum of Ashe County will hold its annual membership meeting in the Hensley Hall of West Jefferson Methodist Church. Guest speak­ er will be Janet Pittard, author of numerous articles published in Our State magazine and con­ tributor to D.G. Martin's UNC Public Radio program. Refresh­ ments will be served. The public is invited. Tuesday October 23 1:30-4 p.m.: Workshop on Re­ ducing Energy Expenses in Public Buildings and Com­ mercial Facilities at the Ashe County Agricultural Service Center in Jefferson. Learn en­ ergy saving tips and how to implement energy saving mea­ sures to help reduce costs. No fee but registration is required. Call 219-2650. Friday October 26 6-9 p.m.: Musical fundraiser at the senior center of Ashe Services for Aging in West Jef­ ferson. Bluegrass, gospel and country music from Homeward Bound, Mountain Drive and Paul Hardy & Friends. Refresh­ ments available. Tickets are $5 with proceeds benefiting senior center services. Call 246-4347 for more information 7 p.m.: Mt. Paddy Church ing (Bring pictures, etc.for this). Cost will be $5.00. Please bring a bagged lunch and water bot­ tle. The girls will get a Heritage Day patch, work on a Service Project and will be taking home things they made. Sunday October 28 Weekend Revival and Home­ coming will be held through Sunday, Oct. 28 (at Sunday morning service). Dr. Mark Smith, president of Ohio Chris­ tian University, will be the guest speaker. 7 p.m.: If you have ever felt the tug of the mountains or had the urge to don a backpack and experience the raw beauty of Nature firsthand, but never seem to find the time or per­ haps lack the physical prowess or self-confidence to answer the call, then this is your chance. Come along as hiker/author JR "Model-T" Tate shares some of his entertaining adventures from his 12,000+ miles of hiking. Tate is one of only ten people in the world to have thru-hiked the AT four or more times. He is also setting a good example for those who think they are past their prime. Tate is 71-years-old. He is planning his next thru-hike at age 83 to set a new AT re­ cord. For program information call New River State Park at 336-982-2587. Saturday October 26 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Ashe County Girl Scouts are hosting a Heritage Day at the Baptist Campground. Registration will be from 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. All girls are welcomed. Activi­ ties will include making bon­ nets, corn shuck dolls, candles, homemade butter, apple butter, dutch oven cooking, playing games, singing songs, observ­ ing items from our culture for the past 100 years and scrapbook- 2 p.m.: Mountain Nature Hike at Mount Jefferson State Park. Meet at picnic area. Meet the park ranger for a hike into the mountain forest habitats and ex­ plore the natural wonders of Mt. Jefferson. We will be walking on the trail -wear sturdy shoes. 2-5 p.m. Fall Festival at Hel­ ton United Methodist Church. Hay ride, lots of fun for kids and more! Call 384-4243 for more information. 4-6 p.m.: Fall festival at Bald Mountain Church. Dinner will follow at 6 p.m. Everyone is wel­ come. 4 p.m.:JBJass will perform in the Sunday Salon Series at River House in Grassy Creek. Music starts at 4, hors d'oeuvres at 5, and a four-course Chef's Choice dinner at 6. $40 per per­ son, plus alcohol, tax and gra­ tuity. Call 219-2109 for reserva­ tions and information. Ongoing Events Phipps Farm Friday Night Jam. Every Friday (rain, sleet, orsnovy): 7-10 p.m. Admission Free. Venue is Old Time and Bluegrass Mountain Music. All music levels welcome, dancers too. Location: 2425 Silas Creek Rd., Lansing, NC. 28643. Info: Rita or Dawg Wood 336-3842382. How do Huskies' Fans celebrate after each Huskies' victory? They come to the Fifth Quarter. What is the 'Fifth Quarter'? It is a safe alternative and safe activity for high school and middle school students and their parents/friends. The 'Fifth Quarter' is held after each Ashe County High School home football game. The location of the 'Fifth Quarter" is the Youth Center at Warrensville Baptist Church and the Fellowship Hall of Warrensville United Methodist Church. Activities for the youth include games, music, devotional time and fellowship. This event is sponsored by the Warrensville Baptist, Warrensville United Methodist, Smethport United Methodist, Clifton United Methodist, and Phoenix Baptist Churches. For more information, please call 384-3391. Maintain and improve your German Conversation skills over a cup of coffee at Anne's Place in the heart of downtown Lansing every Wednesday from 2-4. Anne's Place is located at the traffic light across from Main Street Discount. Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. 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I am particularly concerned about the emerg­ ing challenge to providing an adequate source and deliv­ ery system for water in Wilkes County. I am certain that the information provided at this workshop will help chart the way for addressing this chal­ lenge." Goss explained. The North Carolina Rural Center is a private, non-profit Post file photo Sen. Steve Goss organization, funded by both public and private sources. Its mission is to develop, pro­ mote, and implement sound economic strategies to improve the quality of life of rural North Carolinians. Created in 1987, the Rural Center operates a multi-faceted program that includes conducting research into rural issues; advocating for policy and program innova­ tions; and building the produc­ tive capacity of rural leaders, entrepreneurs and community organizations. The regional workshop, scheduled for October 31 at the J. A. Walker Center at Wil­ kes Community College, will detail grant and loan oppor­ tunities for 1.water and sewer grants, 2. rural venture funds and building reuse grants and 3 economic innovation grants. Billy Ray Hall, President of The Rural Center commented, "We are excited about working with local governments across rural North Carolina to up­ grade and improve their water and wastewaterinfrastructure, and we look forward to being with our Rural Partners in the northwest on October 31." The workshop will begin at 9:00 a.m. on October 31, in­ clude a working lunch and ad­ journ at 3:30 p.m. To register, call Hazel Edmond at 919 250 4314. The deadline for regis­ tration is October 23. For further information: call Steve Goss (828) 265-2943 or at www.SenatorSteveGoss. com. Ashe County Humane Society Pets for Adoption This is Oogley - the sweet­ Hi, my name is Rebel and I am a 4 yr old Schitzu . I am house broken,leash trained and love to ride!. I'm really smart and will make a won­ derful companion. My name is Storm and I am such a wonderful kitty that I can't understand why my Chi­ huahua roommates don't like me. I like them a bunch and I love the kids, but the dogs have seniority, so I need to find a new home. I am up to date on shots and am an in­ side cat. est 3 mo old black kitten with blue eyes. He is lovable and entertaining and will give you a lifetime of love and purrs. He also has 2 siblings of dif­ ferent colors named Face and Legs 336-982-4297 Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located directly in front of the Armoiy on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@skybest.com Adopt a new best friend! Female Terrier mix that is around 1 year old. Her name is Summer. Female Beagle that is Ace is a male American Bulldog around 1 year old that is around 1 year old. He is very awndiyearottShewaspicked sweet with everyone and loves kids. ^ »a stray and will be avaibie foraddoptton on 10-17-07. To contact Ashe Animal Control, call (336) 982-4060, or visit them at 767 Fred Pugh Road, Crumpler. Their normal business hours are from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, and Female Lab mix that is around 2 years old. Female Shepherd mix that is around 5 years old. Female DSH that is around 5 months �Iwiu GET BOTH RECLINERS Priscilln Reelinei SINCE 1905 £3J 89" Leather > Look Fabric Sofa 160 Northwest School Road Warrensville, NC 336-384-2929 �Football Friday Night AV, OCTOBER 19, 2007 Sports The Huskies travel to Starmount High School tonight to face the Rams in a MVAC game. Kickoff scheduled for 7:30 p.m. This week in Husky sports K-uuiil us: Mgriiybi'al^'Ji'H'iTsonl'iisl.iTim Tennis wins in Dual-Team playoffs by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor As 'the season for the women's tennis team is drawing to a close, the Huskies tennis team has earned a spot in the NCHSAA Dual-Team Playoffs by finishing in second place in the MVAC regular season. Due to the limited spots in the playoffs, Ashe was on the road during the first round of play and traveled to Charles D. Owen High School for their first round matchup. The Huskies were energized by a strong representation by their members in the MVAC Tournament last week, in which Ashe claimed first and second spot in the doubles tournament. The Huskies, despite being a lower ranked team, were able to defeat the Warlassie's in the six singles matches for a quick match for the Huskies to advance to the second round. The Huskies showed their experience and skill during the match on Tuesday and all won not only their first set, but also the second set to allow Ashe to claim the mm m ' tSi.. , Post photo by Michael Graybeal The Huskies competed excellent in the MVAC tournament, prior to the first round of the NCHSAA Dual-Team Playoffs and claimed first and second spot in the doubles tournament. Husky winners include: L:R: RoxanneThomas- Doubles Runner-Up, Rachel Curcio- Doubles Runner-Up, Lorna Vega- Doubles Champion, and IveyTant- Doubles Champion.The Huskies also had Courtney Bowers qualify for Individual regionals along with these four ladies. victory after the six singles matches. The closest match of the day was on the court with the number one seeds. Ivey Tant faced a tough opponent and squeaked by in the first set with a 7-5 victory, but then came out strong in the second set and won 6-4. The only other close match was Ariel Farmer, who defeated her opponent in the number six seed spot. Farmer was able to win the first set 7-5 with a tiebreaker. In the second set, Farmer meant business and pulled ahead early and cruised to a 6-2 victory for the Huskies. The remainder of the Huskies were able to defeat their opponents during the match easily. Lorna Vega won 6-2 6-1 in the number two spot, Rachel Curcio won 6-3 6-0 for the number three seed* Roxanne Thomas claimed a 6-2 6-0 victory in the fourth seed, and Courtney Bowers won 6-1 6-2 for the Huskies in the fifth seeded spot. Due to winning all six singles matches, the Huskies won the match without the need for doubles to compete. Coach Vickie Herman commented on the play of her Huskies by stating: "The girls were all playing very confidently which is a good thing to see this time of the year. Owen has a good team and some of the matches were very close." Soccer loses in final home Post photo by Michael Graybeal Patrick Carazo wins this 50-50 ball for the Huskies during their tough loss on Monday evening. by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor On Monday evening, the Huskies' soccer team hosted the North Wilkes Vikings in a special night for the Huskies as they recognized the senior members of the varsity squad along with the members of the Ashe Youth Soccer League and the Ashe County Middle School soccer teams. The Huskies were hoping to give the crowd a good game with an upset of the Vikings, but North Wilkes scored early in the game and extended their lead as the game progressed to claim the 5-1 victory. Ashe's lone goal came dur­ ing the 54-minute when that Zach Holman drew a foul in the penalty box. Ashe was awarded with a penalty kick and Chase Smith was the chosen kick taker. Smith has drawn the nickname of 'pen­ alty kick king1 from his team­ mates and shown the reason for this title as he drilled the free kick into the back of the net past the Vikings' goal­ keeper. The goal for Smith was his first goal of the sea­ son and following the game commented on the goal: "The goal was nice but it would have been better if we could Wain passes 1,000 yards on season by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor The Huskies' football team has competed in eight games this season and compiled a season record of 4-4, and is currently in third place of the MVAC with a conference record of 2-1. The Huskies success is due in part to the universality of the Huskies' offense. The offense has the ability of drilling the ball down the field on a hard to stop running game behind David Grubb and Aaron Scott, or they can also defeat their opponents with a finely tuned passing game from the arm of Daniel Wain. Thus far this season, Da­ vid Grubb who has compiled a season total of 714 yards has led the running game, but Daniel Wain who passed the 1,000-yard mark during the Huskies 53-0 romping of the Forbush Falcons leads the passing game. Wain, who is just a ju­ nior this season, passed the mark with a season high performance of 212-passing yards last Friday night when the Husky fans saw a dynamic performance from the Huskies. On the season, Wain has connected with his target 77 times on 139 at­ tempts, and has only thrown five interceptions, with nine touchdowns on the season si * * Jf ^ Post photo by Michael Graybeal Hugo Ledezma takes a shot for the Huskies during their 5-1 loss to the North Wilkes Vikings. Post photo by Michael Graybeal The Huskies are losing three seniors from this years squad. L:R: Josh Newell, Patrick Carazo, and Ezra Eckerman. • 1 < 1 1 have won the game." At the time of the kick, Ashe was trailing the Vi­ kings 5-0. North Wilkes was able to strike against the Huskies early with goals in the third and tenth minutes of the game. Another goal in the thirty-first minute gave the Vikings a 3-0 lead at halftime. Two quick goals coming4 out of the gate in the second half by the Vikings increased their lead to 5-0, but Ashe would hold the Vikings score­ less for the remaining thirtyfour minutes of the game. During the halftime in­ termission of the game, Ashe County High School recog­ nized the members of the Ashe Youth Soccer League and the Ashe County Mid­ dle School Bulldogs soccer teams. The Ashe Youth Soc­ cer League host thirty-nine teams in four age divisions, 3-4 year olds, 5-6 year olds, 7-9 year olds, and 10-14 year olds. Following the youth rec­ ognition, the Huskies and fans gave special recognition to the team's three seniors, as this was their final home game of their career. Each senior has played in the Hus­ kies' program for four years, with two years on varsity, and two years on JV. The three se­ niors were Captain Patrick Carazo, Ezra Eckerman, and also Josh Newell. Each three seniors are an asset to the team and have made numer­ ous contributions over their four years as a Husky. The loss for the Huskies dropped their conference re­ cord to 1-8 and 3-14-1 for the season. The Huskies will re­ turn to action Monday night when they travel to Forbush for their season closer. The Huskies advance to the second round of the NCHSAA Dual-Team Playoffs, which will be held on Tuesday, October 23. The Huskies will be on the road again as they will be traveling to West Henderson High School. The Huskies return to individual play today when they are competing in the NCHSAA Individual Regional Tournament. The MVAC is hosting the regional tournament this year and Ashe will be sending five representatives, four in doubles, and one in singles. IveyTant and Lorna Vega will team up, along with Rachel Curcio and Roxanne Thomas to compete in doubles, and then Courtney Bowers will be Ashe's only representative in the singles tournament. The tournament will be held at Wilkes Central High School and also at the Wilkes Campus of Wilkes Community College on Friday and Saturday. At press time, the times of the matches were unavailable. Look in upcoming editions of the Jefferson Post for results of the matches. Post photo by Michael Graybeal Daniel Wain looks for an open receiver during a recent game for the Huskies. and averaging over 128 yards per game. . The Huskies will look for more success from Wain, and the Huskies offense, along with the talented offensive line which provides protec­ tion for both the passing and rushing game, tonight when they head to Starmount High School for a MVAC matchup with the Rams. Currently, Ashe and Starmount are tied for third in the MVAC rank­ ing and the winner tonight takes sole possession of third place potentially, pend­ ing the results of the Wilkes Central game. Look for re­ sults in Tuesday's paper. �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS MVAC All Conference and HonorableMention Women's Tennis From 10/11/2007- Thursday Week 5 of 32 Volleyball Co-Players of the Year Emily Perkins - Surry Central Ivey Tant - Ashe County Coach of the Year Heather Venable-Surry Central Bowling League Results Player of the Year - Kelly Wood (Forbush) Coach of the Year - Jon Symons (Starmount) ALL CONFERENCE Laura Beaver (Starmount) Jade Burkeen (Forbush) Kristie Combs (Surry Central) Rachel Curcio (Ashe County) Stephanie Doby (Surry Central) Hannah Dockery (Surry Central) Tara Dockery (Surry Central) Emily Perkins (Surry Central) Haley Smith (SurryCentral) Ivey Tant (Ashe County) Roxanne Thomas (Ashe County) Lorna Vega (Ashe County) ALL CONFERENCE Meme Brown (Starmount) Whitley Culler (North Surry) Taylor Doss (Starmount) Brittany Draughn (Surry Central) Lauren Harris (Forbush) Kara Hodges (North Surry) Erin Holcomb (Forbush) Lyndsey Hutchens (Forbush) Elle McCabe (Wilkes Central) Kim McNeil (Ashe County) Jana Matthews (Starmount) Sara Parker (North Surry) Jordan Raye (Starmount) Megan Stanley (Surry Central) Mary-Katherine Taylor (Starmount) Kelly Wood (Forbush) Honorable Mention Courtney Campbell (North Surry) Honorable Mention Courtney Bowers (Ashe County) Annie Gustafson (Wilkes Central) Merrie Levi (Wilkes Central) Yesenia Najera (Starmount) Mary Ann Price (Starmount) Scarlet Shelton (North Surry) Kayla Shouse (Forbush) Alicia Wallace (North Surry) Kelsey Walker (North Wilkes) Erin Welborn (Starmount) ASU plans to 'Black out the rock' by Appalachian Sports Information BOONE, N.C. — When Appalachian State Univer­ sity football extended its home winning streak to 30 games with a 45-7 home­ coming win over GardnerWebb on Saturday at Kidd Brewer Stadium, little did the Mountaineers know that within five hours, that streak would be the nation's longest in NCAA Division I. However, it became just that when Stanford stunned No. 2 (FBS) Southern Cali­ fornia, 24-23, at the Los An­ geles Memorial Coliseum, snapping the Trojans' home winning streak at 35 games. USC, a 41-point favorite over the visiting Cardinal, had not lost at home since falling to Stanford in 2001. The nation's longest Divi­ sion I home winning streaks now look like this: 30—APPALACHIAN 21 — San Diego 17 — LSU 16 — Boston College 15 — Ohio State Appalachian's 30-game home winning streak is tied for the fifth-longest in Division I FCS (Football Championship Subdivision — formerly Division I-AA) history and stands just nine wins shy of tying the FCS record of 39-consecutive home wins, set by Southern Conference-rival Georgia Southern between Sept. 27, 1997-Dec. 15, 2001. The Mountaineers are barely halfway to the over­ all Division I record of 58straight home wins, set by Miami (Fla.) between Oct. 12, 1985- Sept. 24, 1994. If the Apps continue to aver­ age seven home games a year, as they have since the streak began with a 24-21 win over Morehead State on Sept. 20, 2003, they would be on pace to break the Hur­ ricanes' record during the 2011 season. ASU LEADS NATION IN ATTENDANCE: Much of Appalachian's success at home can be attributed to playing in front of raucous, capacity crowds week-in and week-out and that trend has risen to a new level in 2007. With three sellout crowds — the three largest in ASU history — on hand for its first three home games of the 2007 campaign, ASU leads FCS in attendance at 27,778 fans per game, over 4,000 per game better than No. 2 Tennessee State. Additionally, the Moun­ taineers' home crowds of 28,802 (Sept. 8 vs. LenoirRhyne), 27,104 (Sept. 15 vs. Northern Arizona) and 27,428 (Oct. 6 vs. GardnerWebb) are the three largest FCS crowds of the season held at a non-neutral site. The Oct. 20 contest ver­ sus Georgia Southern is al­ ready sold out, but limited tickets remain for regu­ lar-season contests versus Western Carolina (Nov. 10) and Chattanooga (Nov. 17). Tickets can be purchased online by clicking here or by phone at (828) 262-2079. BLACK OUT THE ROCK ON BLACK SATURDAY: In an effort to "Black Out The Rock" on Black Saturday, all fans are encouraged to wear black to the Oct. 20 showdown versus Georgia Southern. Tickets are sold out, but the game will be televised regionally on the Mid-Atlan­ tic Sports Network (MASN) beginning at 3:30 p.m ftlJC* 01IT t h e noon BLACK SUEIU>AY • 10-20-07 Place) Team, Pis Won, Pts Lost 1) Radio Hill Sales, 18, 2 2) Jefferson Rent-All, 14, 6 3) Freedom Homes, 14, 6 4) That's What She, 14,6 5) Cardinal Lanes, 12, 8 6) Church's Construction, 11, 9 7) United Chemi-Con, 11, 9 8) Sage Auction, 9, 11 9) Mike's Community, 7, 13 10)Prime Timers, 4, 16 1 l)Moosehead C.L.H., 4, 16 12)Bill's Garage, 2, 18 Caitlin Elliott (Ashe County) Taylor Hutchens (Starmount) Katie Jerome (Starmount) Erin Koon (Wilkes Central) Larken Mikeal (Ashe County) Sarah Smith (North Wilkes) Miranda Smitherman (Forbush) Ashley Souther (Wilkes Central) Indoor Soccer League Registration Top Scores- Men Top Scores- Women Scratch Game Jon Gambill Tim Blevins Billy Lewis 218 218 213 Scratch Game Ashley Carter Diana Vaughl Hazel Price 189 161 151 Scratch Series Jon Gambill Tim Blevins Billy Lewis 568 560 544 Scratch Series Ashley Carter Diana Vaught Jamie Taylor 457 410 373 Handicap Game Jon Sells Jon Gambill Chris Howell 247 242 229 Handicap Game Diana Vaught Hazel Price Nita Church 213 211 193 Handicap Series Jon Gambill Johnny Rash Tony Bare Jon Sells 640 632 620 620 Handicap Series Diana Vaught Hazel Price Erica Leserra 566 546 531 From 10/9/2007- Tuesday Week 5 of 32 Place) Team, Pts Won, Pts Lost 1. VA Carolina Cone., 15, 5 2. Liberty Tax, 14, 6 3. New River Archer, 13.5, 6.5 4. G.E. Aviation, 13, 7 5. Westwood Ventu., 12, 8 6. Mikes Mufflers, 9.5, 10.5 7. State Drywall, 8, 12 8. Geno's Restaurant, 8, 12 9. Mixed Attitudes, 4, 16 10. Scott Welchs Con., 3, 17 Saturday, October 20 9 a.m. till Noon at State Drywall (in Warrensville) Ages: 2nd grade thru 8th grade Cost: 1 Kid: $40 2 Kids: $70 3 Kids: $95 For more info, call 336-877-7994 or 336-877-4262 For Boys and Girls in 3rd through 6th grade Saturday, October 20 Saturday, October 27 9 a.m. till Noon $30 Registra­ tion Fee At: Blue Ridge Elementary Mountain View Elementary Westwood Elementary Top Scores- Women Scratch Game Tim Blevins James Ham Steve Katz 218 216 215 Scratch Game Debbie Tedder Kendra Tedder Cindee Aloia 201 162 156 Scratch Series Time Blevins Steve Katz Rick Frye 609 599 589 Scratch Series Debbie Tedder Cindy Malafronti Kendra Tedder 463 506 431 Handicap Game Bill Carter Johnny Rash Elvis Rash Ashe Youth Basketball League Registration Top Scores- Men 247 243 239 Handicap Game Debbie Tedder Hazel Price Cindy Malafronti 251 203 201 Handicap Series Bill Carter Elvis Rash Noah Wyatt Handicap Series 683 Debbie Tedder 640- Cindy Malafronti 630 Hazel Price 613 575 552 Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest Winner There will be an open house, Saturday, October 20th, 2007 at the new Ashe Shriner Club. From 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. Gladys Mahaffey is the winner for this week's Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest. She correctly chose the race winner, Jeff Gordon, and guessed the closest number of caution flags with a guess of 12. Thank you for all of your entries! Please play the Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest again next week! The club is located in jefferson on Morphew Drive. At the red light in Jefferson going 88 West toward Smethport it is the first street on the right. The building is beside Blue Ridge Medical Transport. There will be hot dogs and drinks served and the public is cordially invited to attend. i | (Michael Roark and Amanda Tomlinson are the winners for last week's Jefferson Post J/|ootball Contest. Congratulations! Both ||uessed more winning teams than any other contestant, and guessed closest to the ^tie-breaking score. Since we have 2 |winners, each winner will receive 1/2 ^^jprizetVPlease play the Jefferson Post MFootball Contest again next week! �PAGE 3B FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Official MVAC standings Wilkesboro drag racing results As reported by Butch Whitesell Football Through games as of Oct. 12, 2007 Conference W L NORTH SURRY WILKES CENTRAL STARMOUNT ASHE COUNTY NORTH WILKES SURRY CENTRAL 4 3 2 2 0 0 1 3 3 1 1 0 Season W L 6 6 4 4 3 2 4 4 8 8 1 0 FORBUSH 0 4 0 Results of October 5 MVAC Games Site Winner- Score Ashe Ashe- 53 N. Surry . N. Surry- 42 Wilkes Cent. Wilkes Cent- 39 Starmount- OPEN WEEK 9 LOSER- Score Forbush- 0 N. Wilkes- 15 Surry Cent- 21 Post photo courtesy of Kevin Thorne/ Teammedia 1 Jason Keyton poses for a picture with "The Shop Rat" after winning the Top ET class this past weekend at WRP. Volleyball Final Regular Season Standings Conference W L STARMOUNT FORBUSH NORTH SURRY SURRY CENTRAL WILKES CENTRAL ASHE COUNTY NORTH WILKES Site 0 3 4 7 8 8 12 12 9 8 5 4 4 0 Winner- Score Season W L 23 14 17 10 6 7 3 8 6 12 12 12 4 15 LOSER- Score October 8, Monday North Surry North Surry- 3 East Surry- 0 Davie- 0 Surry Central- 1 Elkin- 1 Starmount Starmount- 3 Alleghany Alleghany- 3 Wilkes Central Wilkes Central- 3 October 9, Tuesday Starmount- 3 Ashe Wilkes Cent. North Surry- 3 North Wilkes Surry Central- 3 Wilkes Central North Surry- 3 October 10, Wednesday North Wilkes North Wilkes- 3 Wilkes Central Wilkes Central- 3 October 11, Thursday Ashe Ashe- 3 North Surry Starmount- 3 Surry Central Forbush- 3 Ashe- 0 North Wilkes- 0 North Wilkes- 0 Wilkes Central- 0 Elkin- 1 West Wilkes- 2 North Wilkes- 1 North Surry- 1 Surry Central- 0 The cool fall nights are no match for the hot racing action of the Empire Chrysler Points Series at Wilkesboro Raceway Park. Saturday nights Top ET winner was Jason Keaton ofYadkinville, who narrowly defeated Luke Hutchens also ofYadkinville. Mod Et winner was Wayne Ward, the 2006 Mod ET champion. Ward won with a close victory over Tom Watson of Boone. The Jr. Dragster division saw local Sam Shepard of Jefferson defeat Rus­ sell McHargue of Wilkesboro. The winner in the Top ET dash for cash was Jeff Bowman and Johnny Hodges in Mod ET and in the Jr. Drag­ ster Taylor South. Women's Tennis Soccer Final Regular Season Standings Through games as of Oct. 12, 2007 Conference W L WILKES CENTRAL STARMOUNT NORTH WILKES FORBUSH SURRY CENTRAL ASHE COUNTY Site Winner- Score October 8- Monday Starmount Starmount- 2 East Wilkes North Wilkes- 3 October 9- Tuesday Surry Cent. Surry Central- 7 October 10- Wednesday Ashe Starmount- 5 North Wilkes North Wilkes- 3 October 11 - Thursday Ashe Ashe- 7 West Forsyth West Forysth- 3 October 15- Monday Surry Central Surry Central- 4 ••••ttaiiiiiaiiiii NOW PLAYING The following checking account is rated "A" for awesome, 7 7 4 3 2 1 11 11 10 4 5 2 Conference w L Season W L T 1 1 4 5 5 7 2 1 3 1 4 1 8 2 8 13 1 Loser- Score Wilkes Central-1 East Wilkes- 0 Ashe- 0 Ashe- 1 Surry Central- 1 Alleghany- 0 Starmount- 1 Forbush-2 SURRY CENTRAL 12 ASHE COUNTY 10 8 STARMOUNT WILKES CENTRAL 6 FORBUSH 3 NORTH WILKES 3 NORTH SURRY 0 5.51 1 .00$ 0.1 OS • No Minimum Balance 1055 Mt. Jefferson Road * West Jefferson, NC 28694 • 336.246.9700 TERMS: Real Estate, Absolute Auction: 10% down day of sale with balance in 30 days at closing. TWO VEHICLES WILL BE AUCTIONED DUE TO CONFIRMATION OF SELLER: 2000 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible: 360 HP, Alloy Wheels • 2002 Ford Lariat: 6.0 Automatic 4WD, Diesel, Dually Directions: From Independence, VA, take US Rt. 58 16.8 miles to Volney. These properties are located across from the Log House Trading Post and Restaurant at the intersection of Rt. 16 and Rt. 58. Sale conducted for Walter and Rosella Conklin. Announcements made day of sale take precedence over all printed material. www.MyVes8ank.com To receive the premium rates, perform the following each cycle: 1)10 Debit Card Purchases 2) One Direct Deposit or One ACH Auto Debit or One Online Bill Pay Transaction 3) Receive Electronic Statement •5.51% Annual Percentage Yield (APY) poid on balances between one penny and $25,000, and 1.00% APY paid on all amounts above $25,000, each cycle the minimum requirements are met. If you do not meet the requirements per cycle, your account will still function as a free checking account earning 0.10% APY, however it will not receive ATM refunds for that time period. interest rate and APY at any time after the account is opened. Rates as of September 1, 2007. We may change the No minimum balance required, however you must deposit a minimum of $100 to open this account. Available to personal accounts only. No monthly service charge. 02007 CommunityONE Bank. N.A., Member FDIC 10 10 12 THIS GREAT PROPERTY IS LOCATED JUST MINUTES FROM MT. ROGERS NATIONAL RECREATION AREA-HORSE TRAILS, HIKING, WILDLIFE, SCENIC MOUNTAINS. IT HAS IT ALL! If requirements are not met Yes you can* Yes wc can* 7 There is a bonus 1-1/2 story, 22'x24' guest or rental home on this 2.71 acre property. The guest home has 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, kitchen and living room. • Or Base Rate: CommunityONE 0 4 This beautiful home is ready to move into! 3 bedrooms, 4 full baths, kitchen, dining room, laundry room. The large den has cathedral ceilings and a beautiful rock fireplace. The home has oak floors, ceramic tile, carpet and central heat and air. Master bath features a whirlpool tub and shower. There is a fourth bedroom over the attached garage and an in-ground 18'x36' pool. THIS HOME IS A DREAM COME TRUE! Powered by BancVue V-*' • Free ATMs Nationwide* 12 0 Beautiful custom built home with 2.71 acres and a guest/rental home. Minutes from Mount Rogers National Recreation Area in the Volney community of Grayson County, VA. • CheckingONE • No Monthly Fees 9 9 7 3 3 L Saturday, October 27,2007 • 11:00 am life, and is now playing at a CommunityONE near you. On your balance over $25,000 w 14 11 8 ABSOLUTE AUCTION anywhere in the country. It has been formatted to fit your On your balance up to $25,000 0 1 4 6 Season Site Winner- Score Loser- Score October 2, Tuesday Wilkes Central Ashe- 9 Wilkes Central- 0 North Surry North Wilkes- 8 North Surry- 1 Starmount Starmount- 8 Forbush- 1 October 4, Thursday North Surry Forbush- 7 North Surry- 0 Wilkes Central- 4 Wilkes Central Starmount- 5 October 5, Friday (Rain cancelation from Oct. 4) Ashe Surry Central- 5 Ashe- 4 and contains strong interest rates and free use of ATMs • Earn Premium Rates: ' Drag Racing action continues Thurs­ day night with test and tune gates open at 6 p.m. On Saturday, DragRacing continues with a Bracket Race featur­ ing Top ET, Mod ET, and Jr. Dragsters. Gates open at 4 p.m. with qualifying for the race startint at 5 p.m. For fur­ ther info call 973-RACE (7223) or visity ww w.wi lkesbororacewaypark.com. ST Alderman Auction and Associates, LLC 7338 Carrollton Pike, Galax, VA 24333 • 276-236-3335 Richard Alderman VAAL.# 422 NC 4119 276-238-8373 Nathan Lyons 276-233-1525 Kenneth Sells 276-783-3851 Bobby Choate VAAL# 1520 276-236-6695 www.aldermanauction.com Jim Handy 276-579-6363 Rex Bartlett VAAL# 3185 336-573-3469 �PAGE 4B FRIDAY, ,2007 JEFFERSON POST Real Es a e t t Slash home heating prices ARA) - Consumers will likely pay record prices to heat their homes this winter, up an aver­ age of 10.5 percent from last winter, says NEADA, a group of state energy aid officials. Now is the time to give your home a "check-up." Here are seven tips from the Comfort Institute to make your home an energy sipper instead of a gas guzzler. 1. Ask your HVAG contractor to test your duct system for air leaks. Many assume that win­ dows and doors are the major cause of a home's energy wast­ ing air leaks. But according to recent research by the Depart­ ment of Energy (DOE), gaps, joints and disconnections in the typical home's duct system are much more significant. The DOE states that the typi­ cal duct system loses 25 to 40 percent of the energy put out by the central furnace or heat pump. Authorities recommend sealing ducts with a brushed on fiber-reinforced elastomeric sealant. Duct tape usually dries out and fails. It turns out duct tape is great for many things, but sealing ducts isn't one of them. 2. Ask your contractor to perform an Infiltrometer "blower door" test. The blower door is a computerized instru­ ment originally invented by the Department of Energy. It pinpoints where your home's worst air leaks are, such as duct leaks, and also measures how leaky the overall house is. Most homes have the equivalent of an open window in combined air leaks. Many heating con­ tractors offer an Infiltrometer test as part of a "Home 8c Duct Performance Checkup" that also checks insulation levels and overall duct performance. 3. Have your heating system cleaned and tuned. A pre-sea­ son tune up is a great invest­ ment. It reduces the chances of breakdowns on cold win­ ter nights, improves safety and more than pays for itself through more energy efficient operation. For a free report: "How to Identify a Good Heat­ ing and Cooling Contractor," no to www.comfortinstitute. org. 4. Replace your furnace or heat pump air filter (or clean it if it is an electronic unit). Most systems need this done every month to ensure safe and efficient operation. Keep for­ getting to do it? Ask your con­ tractor for an extended surface area central air filter that only needs to be replaced once a year. It- also does a far better job of keeping your equipment and the air in your home clean. 5. Close your fireplace damp­ er. Did you remember to close it last time you used the fire­ place? Shut it now or waste pre­ cious warm air all winter long. 6. Install a programmable set-back thermostat. Turning down the thermostat eight de­ grees for eight hours a day will save 8 percent on home heat­ ing costs. An easy way to take advantage of these savings is to lower the thermostat tempera­ ture while away from home or sleeping. Ask your heating contractor about new models which are much easier to pro­ gram. 7. Consider replacing your old furnace or heat pump. Just like a car, heating and cooling equipment doesn't last forever. Is your system more than 12 years old? Planning to stay in your home more than a few years? Many authorities rec­ ommend replacing it before it fails permanently. New Units can pay for themselves over time as they are up to twice as energy efficient. However, government and utility re­ search has found that over 90 percent of newly installed high efficiency systems have energy wasting mistakes. Today's new equipment is drastically com­ promised if it is hooked up to bad ducts. Do some homework before talking to contractors. For more information, visit www. cnergystar.gov and www.comfortinstitute.org. Print out the free Comfort Institute report Tips and Secrets to Buying A New Heating and Cooling Sys­ tem." Courtesy of ARAcontent ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE ON FRIDAYS! 2 Columns x 3 Inches ONLY $20.69' m Call or come by and see ?raldine about this GREAT DEAL! 336.846.7164 Minimum One Month Commitment for rent estate or related businesses on Real Estate pages ONLY *Per Run MM* A DIYer's guide to painting supplies ARA) - So you've decided to tackle a painting project. Maybe it was the drab color in the kitchen that finally got to you, or the dated design in the bathroom that did nothing to brighten your mornings. A new coat of paint will freshen it up without breaking the budget, but do you have the right sup­ plies? Getting the correct tools before you start can save you time, and, in the end, produce a higher-quality result. "Painting is one of the easi­ est and most affordable ways to give your home's interior a boost," says Anne Ilorst from Wooster Brush, a company dedicated to producing quality painting products. "By choos­ ing the right supplies up front, you'll make your project look its best, even if you aren't a fre­ quent painter." * Choosing a Paintbrush There are two things you need to know in order to select the light paintbrush for the job: the type of paint you'll be us­ ing and the surface you'll be painting. When it comes to choosing a brush, paint is divided into two categories. In the first category you have water-based coatings. Look for a combination of these words on the label: latex, acrylic, waterborne or waterbased. The second category is oil-based coatings. Look for these words: alkyd, oil, solventborne or oil-based. For water-based coatings, choose a nylon/polyester (syn­ thetic) brush. Nylon/polyester brushes are durable so they're great for painting rough surfac­ es. they maintain their shape to paint precisely in hot weather, and they clean the easiest. How­ ever, for oil-based coatings your best choice is natural bristle. Black and white bristle brushes have the softest tips to virtually eliminate brushmarks. To choose the right brush size, you should select the one you think will "fit" the surface nice­ ly. Larger brushes carry more paint to provide maximum coverage with fewer dips to re­ fill. Many people think smaller brushes are, easier to control, but if you select a high-quality brush in a slightly larger size, you II find the job goes much faster, and the finish will be smoother, too. * Using Rollers with Exten­ sion Poles Fry using an extension pole lor painting walls as well as ceil­ ings. Many pros use a short pole, one to four feet long- to paint walls with controlled, sweeping strokes. Horst points out, "It re­ duces fatigue because you can use two hands to hold the pole, instead of just one on a roller frame grip. Your stronger arm muscles do the work together." Invest in a pole that is durable, straight, and lightweight, and you'll use it for years. "" Organizing Paint Containers Paint trays come in a variety of materials, most commonly met­ al or plastic. Choose one that is at least eleven inches wide with a sturdy, ribbed bottom to load the roller evenly. Also look for one that works with a liner. Form-fitting, disposable liners make cleaning fast and greatly extend the life of the tray. Another tool that can make the job easier is a handheld bucket like the Pelican by Wooster. It, features a soft, nonslip handle strap, a built-in grid for small rollers, and an integrated magnet that holds a brush. You can use both your brush and roller for trimming, without needing to go up and down the ladder to get differ­ ent tools. * Picking a Paint and Primer Use a primer on the sur­ face if it is newly constructed, patched, stained by water or smoke, prone to mildew, rust­ ed or aged. Your paint store can provide recommendations. Primer really helps to seal and even-out the surface. The paint will go on smoother, adhere better and last longer. Although it's tempting to buy the cheap paint to save a couple bucks, purchasing qual­ ity paint is really an investment that is worthwhile. More expen­ sive paints have larger amounts of pigment and therefore pro­ vide better coverage and hid­ ing properties. What takes four coats with a cheap paint might only take one with a higherend paint, actually saving you time and money. For more information visit www.woosterbrush.com or look for Wooster products at your favorite paint store. Main Street Discount WET I'lM* Ml Buy Your Home Today with 100% Financing & Absolutely No PMI Mt. Jefferson Mortgage •Toile Curtains •Jabot Sets • Pillows • Bath & Bedroom Accessories • Rocking Chair Cushions • Hand Made Quilts & Shams to match • Tablecloths • Large Variety of Curtains •Towels • Bedding • Bedspreads •Comforters 9375 NC Hwy 194 N., Lansing, NC 336-384-3945 OPEN MON. - SAT. 8:30 AM -7:30 PM WHISPERING RIVER FARMS BRAND NEW SUBDIVISION 126 Roby Foe Road NEVER BEFORE OFFERED BE THE FIRST TO OWN IN THIS BEAUTIFUL (336) 982-6020 DEVELOPMENT Did you know that you don't need money for a down payment on a home loan? Did you know that since you don't have to pay Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) your monthly house payment can be reduced significantly or you may be able to afford a larger home? Many people don't realize there is a loan available for a qualified homebuyer with an average (or above average) income who wants to purchase a residence and obtain 100% financing. There arc no restrictions on the size of the home. Any limitations placed on the price ol your home depends on the same repayment ratios used by most conventional loans. 100% of the appraised value of a home can be borrowed. Even closing costs can be borrowed if the value of the house is enough. This is not a government subsidized loan. It's simply a 100% bank-financed conventional loan with a government guarantee. Mt. Jefferson Mortgage is capable of of obtaining a Rural Development Government Guarantee that makes a 100%, no PMI loan available to average households. 1 Closing costs are the same as a loan without a government guarantee. ' Reliable income and good credit are required. If you are in the process of buying a home or just thinking about purchasing a home and want additional information contact Mt. Jefferson Mortgage at 982-6020. Courtesy of ARAcontent 26 LOTS RANGING FROM 1.0TO 2.4 ACRES. All lots will have power & driveway in place. All lots will be perk approved w/river lots having perk permits fromACHD in place Nature trail leading to and along river (golf cart width) Common areas within subdivision plus private picnic area at river for lot owners. Close access to the River House Restaurant/Bed & Breakfast Short drive to the famous Shatley Springs Restaurant Close to Jefferson Landing Golf Club Close to Mountain Aire Golf Course Smithy Road scheduled to be paved November 2007 Subdivision roads scheduled to be paved mid-late October 2007 Prices start at $85,000 www. ALRE-BlueRidap.r.nrw QriuK $179,500 $176,500 Mountain Chalet a :r, c e close to y- 4 BR/2.5BA, H rirfZr»A * 1 uttered under appraised value! mm Country Living Mtn & pastoral views from this IBR ••w.Mv,, menace, ueck Garage/workshop 1 Office: 336-982-2558 www .ALRE-BlueRidqe, com 2 Homes on 19 Acres Big Horse Creek frontage. rcmoilelcd home "uuie. in Lansing. mobile nome, in , Lansing 1836 HWY. 221 NORTH , JEFFERSON NC 28640 ! 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Homes! Homes! Financing! Fi­ nancing! STOP rent­ ing BUY NOW!! Low Interest rate Govern­ ment backed Loans! New Generation Homes of Wilkesboro 336-973-4462. I have 8 clearance models that must go. Save thousands, new credit programs, land home packages, modulars, double wides and single wides. Get your new home for Christ­ mas. Call Big George 336-981-4194 or 336902-6372. Please leave message. utilities. Call Annie 336-846-1657. 1075-Handy Man Young man looking for sheet rock work, with some experience. 384-9247 or 620-1421. 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS 1195-Legals Kathy Hartzog/Steve Harless CO-Executor for the Estate of Shirley Mozelle Harless NOTICE OF GENERAL ELECTION; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Municipal Elections will be held in Ashe County in the towns of Jefferson, Lansing and West Jef­ ferson on Tuesday, No­ vember 6th, 2007. The polls will be open at 6:30 A.M. and will close at 7:30 P.M. The following offices will be submitted to the voters; Jefferson, May­ or & 2 Alderman each for a 4 yr term, Lans­ ing, Mayor, & 2 Alder­ man each for a 4 year term & 1 Alderman for a 2 yr unexpired term and West Jefferson, Mayor, & 2 Alderman each for a 4 yr term. Having qualified as Ad­ ministrator of the Es­ tate of Sidney Reeves McNeil, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, The registration books will close on Friday, this is to notify all per­ October 12th, 2007 at sons having claims 5:00 PM. There will be against said estate to present them to the un­ NO form of Absentee Voting in the November dersigned at 110 2007 Municipal Elec­ McNeil Road Lansing tions. NC 28643 on or before the 28th day of Decem­ Persons who are not ber, 2007, or this No­ certain of their registra­ tice will be pleaded in tion status or their pre­ bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to cinct location should contact the County the estate will please Board of Elections in make immediate pay­ Jefferson. The office is ment to the under­ open Monday through signed. Friday from 8 to 12 and 1 to 5. The phone This is the 21st day of number is 219- 2570. •September,2007. Bernard Calhoun Administrator for the Estate of Sidney Reeves McNeil NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Ad­ ministrator of the Es­ tate of Franklin D. Bare, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all per­ sons having claims against said, estate to present them to the un­ dersigned at 349 N. Recreation road Wil­ kesboro, NC 28697 on or before the 5th day of January, 2008, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate pay­ ment to the under­ signed. Wilson Eric Bare, Christopher Shane Bare Executor/Administrator for the Estate of Franklin D. Bare NOTICE TO CREDITORS 8^ uk Snowmaking Reservations Nursery Office Security Ski Shop Equipment Rentals Restaurant Ice Skating Lift Operations Gift Shop Terrain Park Ticket Cashiers Apply in person at the Main Office on the lower level of the lodge 9am-4pm, Monday-Friday November, 2007, said date being forty (40) days from the date of the first publication of this notice. Upon your failure to do so, the party seeking relief against you will apply to the court for the re­ lief sought. October 26, 2007 at 1:00PM, and will sell to the highest bidder for cash the following de­ scribed property situat­ ed in Ashe County, North Carolina, to wit: You are required to make defense to such pleading not later than November 27, 2007, and upon your failure to do so, the party seeking service against you will apply to the Court for the relief sought. This is the 16 day of October, 2007. JOHNSTON JOHNSTON AND By: John C. Johnston ATTORNEYS FOR PETITIONERS Post Office Box 398 Jefferson, North Caroli­ na 28640 Telephone (336) 246-3311 NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY NOTICE OF KATHY LUNSFORD EXECU­ TOR OF THE ESTATE OF LESA RHENEA HICKS File No. 07-E-231 Dated this the 21st day of September 2007 Ralph G Bare, Chairman Ashe County Board of Elections IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DI­ VISION 0_CVD NOTICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION GREGORY WAYNE HEMRICK, JR Plaintiff VS. MARY HEMRICK JANE Defendant. IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DIVISION NOTICE OF SERVICE Q£_EBQGE3S_BY PUBLICATION TO: MARY HEMRICK Brian Keith Benge Plaintiff, vs. Tiffany Benge Defendant. To: Tiffany Benge, De­ fendant TAKE NOTICE THAT a pleading seeking re­ lief against you has been filed in the aboveentitled action. The na­ ture of the relief being sought is as follows: an Absolute Divorce. JANE TAKE NOTICE that a pleading seeking relief against you has been filed in the above enti­ tled special proceed­ ings. The nature of the relief sought is as fol­ lows: Plaintiff is seeking a di­ vorce from the Defend- Wilkes Community College Gardens/ Grounds Technician For more Information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu Appalachian Ski Mtn. is now taking applications from enthusiastic, customer service oriented individuals for fulltime seasonal employment for the upcoming ski season beginning November 16th. Applications are being accepted for the following areas: 1195-Legals The undersigned, hav­ ing qualified as Execu­ tor to the Estate of Lesa Rhenea Hicks, de­ ceased, of Ashe Coun­ ty, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed on or before the 17th day of January, 2008, or this notice will be pleaded in bar of Registration facilities their recovery. All per­ and polling places are sons indebted to the accessible to the elder­ said estate will please ly and handicapped. In make immediate pay­ the case of a voter not ment to the under­ being able to enter the signed. polling place, they may vote curbside during This is the 19th day of the hours that the polls September, 2007. are open. Kathy Lunsford The Ashe County 224 Hicks Hollow Road Board of Elections will Elk Park, NC 28622 meet on Monday No­ vember 5th at 5:00 John.T. Kilby P.M. at the office, Suite KILBY & HURLEY 2100 on the second Attorney at law floor of the Courthouse, PO Box 24 in Jefferson. Canvass West Jefferson, will be on Tuesday, No­ NC 28694 vember 13th, 2007 at STATE OF NORTH 11:00 AM, in the office CAROLINA COUNTY in Jefferson. OF WILKES FILE NO. 07-CVD-352 FILM NO. Having qualified as CO-Executor of the Es­ tate of Shirley Mozelle Harless, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all per­ sons having claims against said estate to present them to the un­ dersigned at 980 Buffa­ lo Road West Jeffer­ son, NC 28694 on or before the 5th day of January, 2008, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate pay­ ment to the under­ signed. •? 1195-Legals ant based on one year's continuous sep­ aration. NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY This is the 1st day ot October, 2007. NEW GENERATION HOMES... WHERE CONSTRUCTION COUNTS! Quality 2x4 This is the 2nd day of construction through October, 2007. out our homes!! .40% more lumber in our homes!!! Come and see for yourself!! 5 year warranty with every home we sell offering > ** the finest manufactured home in Wilkesboro 336-973-4462. RENTERS!! tired of paying rent? ' Govern­ ment backed loans!! Easy financing... Low interest New Genera­ tion Homes of Wilkes­ boro 336-973-4462 1195-Legals YOU ARE REQUIRED to make defense to such pleading not later than the 26th day of THIS the 16th day of October. 2007. NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS Bradford A. Bottger, having qualified as Ex­ ecutor of the Estate of JoAnn M. Bottger, late of Henrico County, Vir­ ginia hereby notifies all persons, firms and cor­ porations having claims against the Estate of said deceased, to ex­ hibit them to: Bradford A. Bottger, 10 Fairview Farm Road, Redding, CT 06896, on or before Jan. 18, 2008, or this notice will be pleaded in bar in their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate please make immediate pay­ ment. This is the 21st day of August, 2007. Bradford A. Bottger/ Executor 10 Fairview Farm Road Redding, CT 06896 J.Gary Vannoy Attorney for the Estate of JoAnn M. Bottger VANNOY, COLVARD, TRIPLETT& VANNOY,PLLC Post Office Box 1388 North Wilkesboro, NC 28659 (336)667-7201. 07 SP 113 NORTH CAROLINA, ASHE COUNTY Under and by virtue of a Power of Sale con­ tained in that certain Deed of Trust executed by EMANOIL FARCAS & MARGARETA FAR­ CAS, Tenants by the Entirety, to PBRE, INC., Trustee(s), which was dated February 1, 2006 and recorded on February 2, 2006 in Book 00342 at Page 0287, Ashe County Registry, North Caroli­ na. Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby se­ cured by the said Deed of Trust and the under­ signed, Brock & Scott, PLLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina, and the holder of the note evi­ dencing said indebted­ ness having directed that the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the un­ dersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at the courthouse where the property is located, or the usual and custom­ ary location at the county courthouse for conducting the sale on Being those 4 tracts described herein, situ­ ated in Pine Swamp Township, Ashe Coun­ ty, and more particular-, ly described as follows: Tract 1: BEING a por­ tion of the Samuel B. Church and wife, Shir­ ley A. Church property as described in the second tract in Deed Book 209, Page 2151, Ashe County Registry and more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING on a point in the centerline inter­ section of said NCSR ft1103 and the northern line of the Samuel B. Church and wife, Shir­ ley A. Church property as described in the second tract in Deed Book 209, Page 2151, Ashe County Registry thence with said north­ ern line with the centerline of said NCSR ft1103, fourteen cours­ es: 1) thence S.89-0807E. 67.19 feet to a point; 2) thence S.8705-00 E. 75.85 feet to a point; 3) thence S.8132-32E. 47.14 feet to a point; 4) thence S.7545-58E. 44.72 feet to a point: 5) thence S.7017-11E. 51.15 feet to a point; 6) thence S.6455-21E. 46.54 feet to a point; 7) thence S.6101-24E. 62.86 feet to a point; 8) thence S.5834-12E. 69.64 feet to a point; 9) thence S.5709-55E. 65.30 feet to a point; 10) thence S.5610-12E. 122.00 feet to a point; 11) thence S.55.51-02E. 144.14 feet to a point; 12) thence S.55-26-28E. 132.84 feet to a point; 13) thence S.56-1106E., passing over a point in the centerline intersection of a road at 21.04 feet, for a total distance of 37.25 feet to a point; 14) thence S.60-05-37E. 7.81 feet to a point; thence leav­ ing said road with a new line, S.53-0005W. passing over a -inch rebar set at 33.39 feet, for a total distance of 276.64 feet to a -inch rebar set in southern line of said Church property said rebar be­ ing N.88-22-15W. 24.45 feet from a inch conduit found; thence with the south­ ern line of said Church property N.88-2215E., passing over a -inch rebar set at 251.39 feet, for a total distance of 540.34 feet to an oak, said oak being N.01-05-45E. 1.08 feet from a -inch rebar found as a reference point; thence with a new line, N.10-0039W., passing over a -inch rebar found at 551.33 feet for a total distance of 570.58 feet Holiday Decor Ornaments • Wreaths • Swags Arrangements • Oil Paintings Furniture Very Best in Lamps & Accesories Open Weekdays 9:30 - 5:00 • Saturday 9:30 - 2:00 Diversified Interiors & Accessories, Inc. Hwy 421 W. Wilkesboro (next to McLean Floor Covering) 336-973-3005 1 Margate Health & Rehab i®% a®jp I?«IL mm Join the wiuiii Team! Has the following Positions availa 7 am to 3 pm RN Supervisor Experience Preferred Minimum 5yrs experience with references. Must have own tools. Pay negotiated with experience. Excellent health care benefits. 3 pm to 11 pm Certified Nursing Assi Mon-Fri Full Time Sign on Bonus Available Interested parties send resume or apply in r Director of Nursing Phone - 336-246-5581 Fax - 336-246-5997 540 Waugh Street Jefferson, N.C. 28640 Jefferson's Gateway to Extraordinary Livii Come See the Difference! �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY , OCTOBER 19, 2007 PAGE 7B Classifieds 1195-Legals to the BEGINNING; 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals Wolte property as de- Jefferson, NC 28640, distance of 98.95 feet 2026, Ashe County 288.95 feet to a -inch containing 7.252 acres rebar set, said rebar NCSR #1103 across scribed in Deed Book (336)246- 3352, P.L.S. to a point in the center- Registry. above-described 256, Page 1438, said L-2633,dated as calculated by coor­ being N.88-22-15W. the Sept. line of the road; 4) dinate geometry, from 275.84 feet from a - property to other lands rebar found being 27,2001. Job thence N.72-56-58W., Tract Two Excepted: field data gathered by inch conduit found; of the Grantors as de­ N.88-22-15W. 251.39 #95100501. passing over a -inch Being a portion of the the Thomas Herman thence with a new line, scribed in Deed Book feet from a -inch re­ rebar set at 15.00 feet, Lori Wolfe property as Company, PO Box 519. three courses: 1) 209, Page 2151, Ashe bar found, the south­ There is also conveyed for a total distance of described in Deed Jefferson, N.C.28640- thence S. 15-07-43W. County Registry. This eastern corner of said herein a proposed 12- 108.23 feet to the BE­ Book 256, Page 1438, right of way shall termi­ Wolfe property; thence foot right-of-way more GINNING; 0519. (336) 246-3352. 50.78 feet to a -inch containing Ashe County Registry. P.L.S. L-2633, dated rebar set; 2) thence nate when the Grantors with a new line, four particularly described 0.250 acres as calcu­ Being more particularly Oct. 31. 2000. Job N.89-11-08W. 142.02 sell the adjoining prop­ courses: 1) thence N. as: lated by coordinate ge­ described as: #95100501. feet to a -inch rebar erty in Deed Book 209, 17-03-02E. 98.88 feet ometry, from field data to a -inch rebar set; BEGINNING on a point gathered by the Tho­ BEGINNING on a set; 3) thence N.77-42- page 2151. Tract 2: BEING a por­ 41W. 182.51 feet to a 2) thence S.72-56-58E. in the centerline inter­ mas Herman Compa­ inch set, said rebar be­ tion of the Samuel B. -inch rebar set in the THERE IS EXCEPTED 112.03 feet to a 1/2- section of NCSR ny, PO Box 519, Jeffer­ ing the northeastern Church and wife. Shir­ northern line of said FROM THE ABOVE- inch rebar set; 3) #1103, the northern son. NC 28640-0519, corner of a 0.250 acre DESCRIBED PROP­ thence S.19-15-13W., line of the Lori Wolfe (336) 246-3352, P.L.S, tract and the north­ ley A. Church property Church property; as described in Deed thence with the north­ ERTY THOSE CER­ passing over a point in property as described L-2633, dated Sept. 27. western corner of the Book 172, Page 282, ern line of said Church TAIN THREE TRACTS the centerline of a pro­ in Deed Book 256, 2001. Job# 95100501. herein described tract; Ashe County Registry, property, N.69-54-23E. MORE PARTICULAR­ posed 12-foot right-of- Page 1438, and a pro­ thence with a new line, and more particularly 47.66 feet to the BE­ LY DESCRIBED AS way at 50.26 feet, and posed 12-foot right-of- The above-described S.76-18-26E. passing described as follows: passing over a -inch way, thence with the property being shown over a -inch rebar set GINNING; containing FOLLOWS: rebar set at 83.95 feet, centerline of said pro­ as Tract 3 on an unre­ at 153.48 feet, for a to­ 0.304 acres as calcu­ BEGINNING on an oak lated by coordinate ge­ Tract One Excepted: for a total distance of posed right-of-way with corded plat of the Lori tal distance of 168.48 in the northern line of ometry, from field data Being a portion of the 98.95 feet to a point in the centerline of the ex­ Wolfe property. feet to a point in the the Samuel B. Church gathered by The Tho­ Lori Wolfe property as the centerline of the isting road, five cours­ centerline of the road; in Deed road; 4) thence N.72- es: 1) thence S.46-34- And also being the thence with the centerand wife, Shirley A. mas Herman Compa­ described Church property as de­ ny, PO Box 519, Jeffer­ Book 256, Page 1438, 56-58W., passing over 52W. 40.19 feet to a same lands described line of said road, four scribed in Deed Book son, N.C. 28640-0519, Ashe County Registry. a -inch rebar set at point; 2) thence S.55- in and conveyed by courses: 1) thence 172, Page 282, Ashe (336) 246-3352, P.L.S. Being more particularly 15.00 feet, for a total 41-17W. 98.45 feet to a that certain deed from S.54-00-21W. 72.08 distance of 108.23 feet point; 3) thence S.19- Red Wolf County Registry, said L-2633, dated Oct. 31, described as: feet to a point in the to the BEGINNING; 15-13W. passing over oak being N.01-05- 2000. Job #95100501. centerline intersection BEGINNING on a - containing 0.250 acres a point in the centerline Properties, 45E. 1.08 feet from a LLC to of the drive, said point -inch rebar found as The Grantors herein inch rebar set, said re­ as calculated by coor­ of a proposed 12-foot Christopher R. Teti, being N.03-50-37W. a reference point; RESERVE a right of bar being N.10-23-28E. dinate geometry, from right-of-way at 50.26 dated 3 August 2004 29.40 feet from a thence with the north- way over and across 43.46 feet from a - field data gathered by feet, and passing over and of record in Deed inch rebar found, said em line of said Church an existing farm road inch rebar found in the the Thomas Herman a -inch rebar set at Book 316, Page rebar being the south­ property, S.88-22-15E. leading from southern line of the Lori Company, PO Box 519, 83.95 feet, for a total eastern corner of the mmmm m LAWK CA RE , L M „ Northwest Lawn Care, Inc. 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L-2633, dated 72.08 feet to a point; 5) N.74-04-19W. Sept. 27,2001. Job thence 126.81 feet to a point in #95100501. the western line of said There is also conveyed above-described 0.250 herewith a proposed acre tract, said point S.19-15-13W. 12-foot right-of-way being more particularly de­ 50.26 feet from a inch rebar set, the scribed as: northwestern corner of LAWN SEKVICES7*IE^^-:: Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and part time residents of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. "Since 1989" 1195-Legals 336-982-4651 V 336-385-8563 ^ Appalachian Roofing Co. 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A Private Trash Service jfJI We are now accepting new Garbage Service includes: Weekly or Biweekly Pickup Residential, Light Commercial and Small Business Accepted Contact us at: 828-394-4944, 828-292-3211 or 336-977-0500 Toll Free: 877-217-9866 • 8am - 6pm �PAGE 8B FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals said above-described 0.250 acre tract; the above described line to be the centerline of a proposed 12-foot rightof-way, said right-ofway being six feet ei­ ther side of and parallel to said above-descri­ bed line. thence N. 10-00-39W. 104.35 feet to the BE­ GINNING; containing 0.250 acres as calcu­ lated by coordinate ge­ ometry, from field data gathered by the Tho­ mas Herman Compa­ ny, PLLC, P0 Box 519, Jefferson, NC 286400519, (336) 846-3352, P.L.S. L-2633, dated August 8,2003. Job ft95100501. rebar found; 2) thence S.89-11-08E. 142.02 feet to a -inch rebar found: thence with a new line three courses: 1) thence S.25-5848W. 81.10 feet to a 1/2-inch rebar set; 2) thence N.69-59-17W. 119.63 feet to a -inch rebar set; 3) thence N.80-03-07 W. 254.93 feet to a -inch rebar set in said northern line; thence with said northern line N.69-5423E. 83.79 feet to the BEGINNING; contain­ ing 0.361 acres as cal­ culated by coordinate geometry, from field data gathered by The Thomas Herman Com­ pany, P.O. Box 519, Jefferson, NC 286400519, (336) 246-3352, P.L.S. L-2633, dated Oct. 31, 2000, last re­ vised June 5, 2002. Job #95100501. found; 2) thence N.1507-43 E. 50.78 feet to the BEGINNING; con­ taining 0.125 acres as calculated by coordi­ nate geometry, from field data gathered by The Thomas Herman Company, P.O. Box 519, Jefferson, N.C. 28640-0519, (336) 246-3352, P.L.S. L2633, dated Oct. 31, 2000, revised August 13, 2002. Job ft 95100501. belief of the under­ signed, the current owner(s) of the proper­ ty is/are Emanoil Farcas and wife, Margareta Farcas. Said above-desbribed property being shown as Tract 4 on an unre­ corded plat of the Lori Wolfe property. And also being the same lands described in and conveyed by that certain deed from Grey Wolf Properties, LLC to Christopher R. Teti, dated 3 August 2004 and of record in Deed Book 316, Page 2054, Ashe Registry. County Tract Three Excepted: Being a portion of the Arctic Wolf Properties, LLC property as descri­ bed in Deed Book 269, Page 2492 (Grantee in­ correctly identified as "Artie Wolf Properties, LLC"), bounded by the lands of, formerly of, or in possession of the following: on the north, east, south and west by new lines through the Arctic Wolf Proper­ ties, LLC, and being more particularly de­ scribed as: BEGINNING on a inch rebar set, said rebar being S.22-2259E. 139.38 feet from a point in the centerline of NCSR If 1103, said point being the north­ western corner of said Arctic Wolf Properties, LLC (Grantee incor­ rectly identified as "Ar­ tie Wolf Properties, LLC"); thence with a new line four courses: 1) thence N.79-5921E., passing over a -inch rebar at 94.36 feet, for a total distance of 104.36 feet to a point in the centerline of the creek; 2) thence S.10-00-39E. 104.35 feet to a -inch rebar set; 3) thence S.79-5921W. 104.36 feet to a -inch rebar set; 4) There is ALSO EX­ CEPTED herewith a 14-foot driveway ease­ ment described as: BEGINNING on a point in the centerline of NCSR ft 1103, said point being S.89-0321E. 69.89 feet from the northwestern cor­ ner of the Arctic Wolf Properties, LLC (Grant­ ee incorrectly identified as "Artie Wolf Proper­ ties, LLC"); thence with the centerline of the said proposed ease­ ment four courses: 1) thence S. 16-38-13 W. 52.68 feet to a point; 2) thence S.10-02-07W. 26.63 feet to a point; 3) thence S.08-32-36E. 27.14 feet to a point; 4) thence S.28-25-54E. 24.91 feet to a point in the northern line of the above-described 0.250 acre tract, said point being N.79-59-21E. 13.17 feet from the northwestern corner of the above-described 0.250 acre tract; said line being the centerline of a 14-foot drive­ way easement, said easement to be 7.000 feet either side of the above-described line. Tract 3: BEING a por­ tion of the Samuel B. Church and wife, Shir­ ley A. Church property as described in Deed Book 172, Page 282, Ashe County Registry, and more particularly described as follows: BEGINNING on a inch rebar found in the northern line of said Church property, said rebar being the south­ western corner of the Wolfe property as de­ scribed in Deed Book 269, Page 2492, Ashe County Registry; thence with the south­ ern line Pf said Wolfe property two courses: 1) thence S.77-42-41E. 182.51 feet to a -inch And also being the same lands described in and conveyed by that certain deed from Samuel B. Church and wife, Shirley A. Church to Arctic Wolf Proper­ ties, LLC (Grantee in­ correctly identified as "Artie Wolf Properties, LLC"), dated 23 August 2002 and of record in Deed Book 280, Page 1299, Ashe County Registry. 1195-Legals October, 2007. County Courthouse at Ashe County Court­ house, in Jefferson, North Carolina, on Ron McCoy Executor for the Estate of Laura Elizabeth Mitchell An Order for posses­ sion of the property may be issued pur­ suant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchas­ er and against the par­ ty or parties in posses­ sion by the clerk of su­ perior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or re­ newed on or after Oc­ tober 1, 2007, may, af­ ter receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days' written notice to the landlord. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement pro­ rated to the effective date of the termination. And also being the same lands described in and conveyed by Save and except any that certain deed from releases, deeds of re­ Samuel B. lease or prior convey­ ances of record. Church and wife, Shir­ ley A. Church to Arctic Said property is com­ Substitute Trustee Wolf Properties, LLC monly known as 200 Ridge Lane, Brock & Scott. PLLC (Grantee incorrectly Wolf identified as Fleetwood, NC 28626. Jeremy B. Wilkins, "Artie Wolf Properties, A cash deposit (no per­ NCSB No. 32346 LLC"), dated 13 June sonal checks) of five 2002 and of record in percent (5%) of the 5431 Oleander Drive Deed Book 277, Page purchase price, or Sev­ Suite 200 1613, Ashe County en Hundred Fifty Dol­ lars ($750.00), which­ Wilmington, NC 28403 Registry. ever is greater, will be Tract 4: BEING a por­ required at the time of PHONE: (910) 392tion of the Samuel B. the sale. Following the 4988 Church and wife, Shir­ expiration of the statu­ ley A. Church property tory upset bid period, FAX: (910) 392-8587 the remaining File No.: 06-13090 as described in Deed all Book 172, Page 282, amounts are immedi­ Ashe County Registry, ately due and owing. NOTICE TO and more particularly CREDITORS Said property to be of­ described as follows: fered pursuant to this Having qualified as Ex­ BEGINNING on a - Notice of Sale is being ecutor of the Estate of inch rebar found at the offered for sale, trans­ Laura Elizabeth Mitch­ northeastern corner of fer and conveyance ell, late of Ashe Coun­ a 0.304 acre tract; "AS IS WHERE IS." ty, North Carolina, this thence with a new line There are no represen­ is to notify all persons three courses: 1) tations of warranty re­ having claims against thence S.44-50-03E. lating to the title or any said estate to present 64.06 feet to a -inch physical, environmen­ them to the under­ rebar set; 2) thence tal, health or safety signed at 141 Waddell S.33-41-14 W. 109.79 conditions existing in, Avenue West Jeffer­ feet to a -inch rebar on, at, or relating to the son, NC 28694 on or set; 3) thence N.65-48- property being offered before the 5th day of 08 W. 36.23 feet to a for sale. This sale is January 2008, or this -inch rebar found at made subject to all pri­ Notice will be pleaded the southeast corner of or liens, unpaid taxes, in bar to their recovery. a 0.361 acre tract; special assessments, All persons indebted to thence with the eastern easements, rights of the estate will please line of the 0.361 acre way, deeds of release, make immediate pay­ and 0.304 acre tracts and any other encum­ ment to the under­ two courses: 1) thence brances or exceptions signed. N.25-58-48E. 81.10 of record. To the best feet to a -inch rebar of the knowledge and This is the 2nd day of 1195-Legals the following property located in the City of West Jefferson, Ashe, North Carolina, and being more partic­ ularly described as fol­ lows: P.M.. 887.0000009 07-SP-62 TRUST WHEREAS, the under­ signed, acting as Sub­ stitute Trustee in a cer­ tain Deed of Trust, exe­ cuted by Dale Bare and Kathy Bare, dated Jan­ uary 4, 2006 and re­ corded on January 4, 2006, in Book 00340 at Page 1604 in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County, North Carolina, fore­ closed and offered for sale the land hereafter described: WHEREAS, at said sale, CommunityOne Bank f/k/a Catawba Valley Bank a Division of First National Bank United was the last and highest bidder in the amount of $70,563.00 and said bid was re­ ported to the Clerk of Superior Court and re­ mained open for ten (10) days for upset bid as by law required; and WHEREAS, on August 16, 2007, Brenda B. Wolf and Mitchell A. Wolf filed a Notice of Upset Bid and demand was made on the bid­ ders by the Substitute Trustee to pay the bid price of $74,091.15 and the bidders have defaulted in payment of the same; and WHEREAS, the Clerk of Superior Court has entered an Order de­ claring the bidders in default and authorized and directed the Sub­ stitute Trustee to offer said property for re­ sale. NOW, THEREFORE, under and by virtue of said Order of the Clerk of Superior Court of Ashe, and the power of sale contained in said Deed of Trust, the un­ dersigned Substitute Trustee will offer for sale at public auction to the highest bidder for cash at the door of the Being a portion of the Paul R. Bare and wife, Wanda M. Bare prop­ erty as described In Deed Book T-5, page 81; Being more par­ ticularly described as: BEGINNING on a point in the centerline of N.C. Hwy 163, said point being the southwestern corner of the herein descri­ bed property, thence N. 43-27-03E., pass­ ing over a _ Inch re­ bar set at 26.45 feet, for a total distance of 227.53 feet to a inch rebar set, said rebar being the northwest­ ern corner of said herein described property; thence S. 63-55-32 E. 158.22 feet to a _ inch rebar set, said rebar being the northeastern cor­ ner of said herein de­ scribed property; thence S. 44-41-33 W., passing over a _ inch rebar set at 252.47 feet, for a total distance of 272.25 feet to a point in the centerline of said N.C. Hwy 163, said point being the southeastern corner of said herein descri­ bed property; thence with the centerline of said N.C. Hwy 163, N. 47-34-20 W. 145.12 feet to the BEGIN­ NING, containing 0.847 acres as calcu­ lated by coordinate geometry, from field data gathered by The Thomas Herman Company, P.O. Box 519, Jefferson, N.C. 28640-0519(910) 2463352, NCRLS L-2633, dated Oct. 16,1996. This abovedescribed TRACT II is SUBJECT TO that certain Deed 1195-Legals 1195-Legals of Trust as recorded in Deed Book 311, at pages 213-228, Ashe County Registry, in favor of GMAC Mort­ gage Corporation, dated 02/19/2004, said document Incor­ porated by reference as though fully set out herein. sale to be void and re­ turn the deposit. The purchaser will have no further remedy. Address of property: 7925 Hwy 163, West Jefferson, NC 28694 Present Record Own­ ers: Dale Bare and Kathy Bare The terms of the sale are that the real prop­ erty hereinbefore de­ scribed will be sold for cash to the highest bid­ der and that the under­ signed may require the successful bidder at the sale to immediately deposit cash or a certi­ fied check not to ex­ ceed the greater of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00). In the event the Owner and Holder of the Deed of Trust is exempt from paying the same, the successful bidder may also be required to pay for revenue stamps on the Trustee's Deed, any land transfer tax, and the tax required by N.C.G.S. Section 7A308 (a) (1). This the 27th day of September, 2007. Richard P. McNeely Substitute Trustee P.O. Box 288 Charlotte, NC 9708 (704) 341-2002 POSTED: WITNESS: Assistant/Deputy Clerk of Superior Court The real property herei­ nabove described will be sold subject to any and all superior liens, including taxes and special assessments. Other conditions will be announced at the time of sale. The sale will be held open for ten (10) days for upset bids as by law required. If the Trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any rea­ son, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the re­ turn of the deposit. Reasons of such inabil­ ity to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankrupt­ cy petition prior to the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the Trust­ ee^). If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the Trust­ ee^), in their sole dis­ cretion, if they believe the challenge to have merit, may declare the 28277- Eye strain from computer use is the number one complaint of office workers. Talk to your eyecare professional about computer eye­ wear to help prevent eye strain. The Vision Council of America recommends regular oye exams lor you and your larully to onmiro hoallhy vision. Check Yearly. See Clearly- www.checkyearly.com BlueCross BlueShield of North Carolina LfAT Your plan for better healtlf.' BlueMedicare HMO Blue Medicare PPO SM your business on the Halloween Safety Page on October 30th! 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The entire family has the opportunity to become pa­ leontologists and explore the area's early history, as the site has already exca­ vated animal fossils of sala­ manders, alligators, shoveltusked elephants, short-faced bear, red panda and sabertoothed cat, camel, weasel, shrew and peccary, as well as birds, snakes, turtles, fish and frogs. The Gray Fossil Site dates back to the late Miocene to early Pliocene pe­ riods, more than 4.5 to seven million years ago, and is the only known site in the Ap­ palachian Corridor covering this span of time. In August 2007, the Gray Fossil Site Museum cele­ brated its grand opening by opening its doors to the pub­ lic after months of construc­ tion and digging. The site, located near the small town of Gray, Tennessee, provides a rare and unique opportuni­ ty for researchers, scholars, and most importantly, the community to learn about the rich ancient history of the Southern Appalachian Mountains. In May 2000, highway contractors were working on a routine job site near State Route 75 when a large area was discovered that provid­ ed information dating back seven million years. To show­ case this discovery, the East Tennessee State University (ETSU) Museum of Natural History and Visitors Center, was awarded an $8 million grant from the federal gov­ ernment. This grant allowed the museum to establish a storage space for fossils, a preparation laboratory to work on fossil species, a mu­ seum and education center, as well as a workshop for dis­ play construction and assem­ bly of the fossils. Organizers for the visitor center also made sure the center did not intrude on the digging site where regularly new fossils are being discovered. "A visit to the museum and Fossil Site will provide adults and children with un­ forgettable experiences, ex­ periences that are unparal­ leled anywhere else. Take a walk through the five million year old forest and come face to face with ancient tapir, rhinos and a saber-toothed cat," said Jeanne Zavada, di­ rector of the Gray Fossil Site. "Surrounded by sounds and sights of the natural world of the Miocene, visitors 'dis­ cover' the hidden treasures of the Gray Fossil Site." When Tennessee Depart­ ment of Transportation crews discovered the dark clay-rich deposit, bones were discov­ ered, dating back to the late Miocene to early Pliocene pe­ riods. Not only does the age of the Gray Fossil Site make it unique, but the size stands out as well, covering four to five acres and approximately 140 feet thick. Approximate­ ly one percent of the site has currently been excavated, with paleontologists estimat­ ing that the site will take 100 years to be fully excavated. The museum will feature several exhibits showcasing the site's finds. Visitors are introduced in the theatre with a seven-minute video outlining the discovery and construction of the site. Af­ ter the video presentation, guests can explore the main exhibit room, featuring life size murals depicting the setting and actions of those prehistoric animals found on the site. Sound recordings of these animals fill the air for all to hear-roaring, growling and other noises, giving visi­ tors a sense that they have been taken back in time to the prehistoric age. "All animals displayed in the mural and real life ex­ hibits represent fossils found on the Gray Fossil Site. The permanent exhibit space features fossils that are ei­ ther the entire skeleton or pieces of those found on site, said Brenda Whitson, execu­ tive director of the Johnson City Convention and Visitors Bureau. "With the sounds and sites, the display truly appeals to all ages and all senses. To appeal even more to adults and children, there are interactive games and displays set up throughout the museum, presenting the opportunity to not only edu­ cate young children, but to present it as an entertaining, interactive environment that will allow children in a nontypical atiliosphere." "Children can become pa­ leontologists through the many interactive displays set up throughout the museum." A dig box is featured in the main room, where a syn­ thetic substance was used to represent the fossil site outside of the museum, and allows visitors to use the tools given to dig around the box and take on the role of a paleontologist during their visit to the museum. There is also a laboratory open to the public that contains touch screens along the lab tables where guests can engage in an interactive fossil cleaning game, with features technol­ ogy such as a computerized brush to clean your fake fos­ sil and preservation tools. While the main feature for the public is the museum aspect, the most unique ele­ ment is the fossil site, where paleontologists are actively digging for more fossils. There is also an observation lab where guests can watch as scientists examine their recently discovered remains. The lab is used as a prepa­ ration site where new fossils can be cleaned, glued togeth­ er preserved right next to the digging site rather than be­ ing hauled to the university labs. An essential piart of the museum is the ever-chang­ ing the exhibits, rotated frequently so visitors will always know what is being found on the digging site. "Literally generations of visitors will be able to watch the excavation as it pro­ gresses from the glasses-in overview on the second floor of the museum or along the nature pathway that we plan for the perimeter of the site," said Zavada The center, a combination of museum and laboratory, stretches over 33,000 square feet. The museum will dis­ play the hard work done at the dig site, and will also in­ clude huge quantities of spe­ cies, including fish, frogs, sal­ amanders, alligator, snakes, birds, and even a three-toed horse, rhinoceros, saber toothed cat, a red panda and a Eurasian badger. "The discovery of this site and the money granted to the university to build the mu­ seum and center is not only a gift to Johnson City, it's a gift to the region and the na­ tion. Visitors and locals will be able to look into our pre­ historic past and learn from these fossils and artifacts," said Whitson. The Gray Fossil Site is the single site in the Eastern part of the country to contain fossils from the Miocene Epoch age, with fos­ sils estimated to be four and a half to seven million years old. The site may have been formed because of a cave col­ lapsing, which then formed a sinkhole. At this point, ani­ mals and plants fell into the sinkhole and eventually fos­ silized into one of the richest deposits of fossils in the area. The four to five acre and for­ ty meter region where fossil digs are conducted is now the focus for exhibits at the visi­ tor center. The fossil exhibits donated to the growing col­ lections of the museum will be a vital part of learning op­ portunities for both students and professionals. "Since the site was discov­ ered in 2000, many have trav­ eled to Johnson City to either volunteer or just observe the history taking place," said Whitson. When the grant was given in 2002, ETSU's President, Dr. Paul Stanton, was noted as saying, "ETSU is entrust­ ed with a rare opportunity and an important responsi­ bility to teach generations of students and visitors lessons about the earth and its in­ habitants firsthand. The po­ tential for regional tourism and worldwide recognition for the work going on at Gray is tremendous." The museum will feature classes as well as onsite digs that volunteers can be a part of. There is a screening pro­ cess, but anyone can apply and assist in what the mu­ seum calls "active digging," a rare chance at uncovering ancient history. "The museum and the site will become a source for field trips, tour groups, and even possible overnight stays to take part in excavation of the digging site," said Whitson. The Museum of Natural History at the Gray Fossil Site is dedicated to under­ standing, preserving and interpreting regional biodi­ versity through time, and to providing inspirational edu­ cational programming for visitors of all ages. Guided tours of the fossil site are $5 for adults, $3 for children and$4 for seniors. There is no cost to view the exhibits. For more information, please visit http://www.etsu.edu/ grayfossilsite/ or call (423) 439-1000. Johnson City is located in Northeast Tennessee and is the fourth largest metropoli­ tan city in the state. Set in a region known as America's First Frontier, Johnson City is "Where the Pioneer Spirit Began"—a historically sig­ nificant and culturally rich community surrounded by an abundance of unspoiled natu­ ral beauty. Johnson City has a history, which dates back more than 200 years, and its culture embraces individual creativity and encourages in­ novation through expression. The area is world-renowned for its modern and tradi­ tional Appalachian and bluegrass music, art and cuisine, and outdoor recreation for the whole family throughout all four seasons. For more information on Johnson City, please visit www.visitjohnsoncitytn.com or call (423) 461-8000 or (800) 852-3392. LIMITED TIME OFFER! GOME IN TODAY! > STATE UNIVERSITY Bachelor of Science in Nursing: RN to BSN Program to begin Fall Semester 2008 at Watauga Medical Center NO REBATES! An Information Meeting will be held: Monday, October 29, 2007, 4:00 p.m. Watauga Medical Center Auditorium Boone, NC PLUS! 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Carolina West Wireless www.carolinawest.com 800-235-5007 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2007 PAGE 11B COMMUNITY NEWS Medicare Part D open enrollment nears / Once again, it's time for North Carolina's 1.5 Medi­ care beneficiaries to make a decision about their prescrip­ tion drug coverage. The Medi­ care Part D — the federal program's prescription drug benefit — open enrollment begins on Nov. 15 and runs through Dec. 31. During this enrollment period, people with Medicare can sign up for a prescription drug plan (PDP) or switch their current Medicare Part D plan. SHIIP, the Department of Insurance's Seniors' Health Insurance Information Pro­ gram, is available to help seniors and other Medicare beneficiaries with the enroll­ ment process or answer any questions about the program. Trained SHIIP counselors are available to meet with you face-to-face in all 100 coun­ ties, and our toll free SHIIP hotline has trained commu­ nication specialists that can answer your questions Mon­ day through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. SHIIP created the follow­ ing frequently asked ques­ tions to guide you through the Part D enrollment pro­ cess. If you have additional questions, call SHIIP at 1800-443-9354 or visit www. ncshiip.com. What is a Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plan (PDP)? Medicare PDPs are in­ surance plans approved by Medicare and sold by private insurance companies that of­ fer prescription drug cover­ age to people with Medicare. All people on Medicare are Seniors' Health Insurance Information Program eligible to enroll into a Medi­ care PDP regardless of their income or assets. Medicare PDPs work like any other insurance products — they have premiums, co-payments, deductibles and formularies (list of approved drugs that the plan will cover). What if I cannot afford a Medicare PDP? There is federal assis­ tance available for people with Medicare who have lim­ ited income and resources. If you qualify, you can receive assistance with premiums, deductibles and prescription co-payments. To the Low In­ come Subsidy (LIS) program call the Social Security Ad­ ministration at 1-800-7721213, visit www.socialsecurity.gov or by contact SHIIP for help, 1-800-443-9354. North Carolina residents may also apply for assis­ tance through the Governor's NCRx program by calling 1-888-488-6279 or visiting www.ncrx.gov. Should I change my cur­ rent PDP? Many Medicare PDPs change their formularies and prices every year, so it is pos­ sible that the PDP you chose last year won't work as well for you this year. Just like with any insurance product, it's important to make sure that your coverage contin­ ues to meet your needs year after year. By comparing plans, you can see if another Medicare PDP would save you money and/or cover more of your prescriptions. Start your comparisons now so that there is plenty of time to shop around before making your decision. If you do sign up for Part D or change your current plan during the open enrollment, Nov. 15 - Dec. 31, your new plan will take effect on Jan. 1, 2008. What other options are available for Medicare pre­ scription drug coverage? Some Medicare Advantage plans contain prescription drug coverage. If you have questions about Medicare Advantage plans, . contact SHIIP for assistance. First flu case reported; get shots, state says RALEIGH - N.C. State Health Director Dr. Leah Devlin today said that the North Carolina State Labo­ ratory of Public Health has confirmed the state's first case of flu this season. The disease was diagnosed in a 12-year-old Buncombe Coun­ ty boy. "It really is hard to predict what the flu season is going to be like," said Dr. Devlin. "But, this case is a wake up call to all of us. Get your flu shots." Devlin noted that unlike some past years, there is plenty of flu vaccine avail­ able across North Carolina and the country. "There real­ ly is no excuse for not getting a flu shot," she said. "Check with your health care provid­ er or your local public health department, there's plenty of vaccine to go around." There are two kinds of in­ fluenza that commonly infect humans - Type B and Type A. Influenza B is generally less serious than Influenza A. State Epidemiologist Dr. Jeff Engel said the strain of flu responsible for North Caroli­ na's first case of the season is Type A, which has accounted for a large percentage of flu cases in the southern hemi­ sphere during its flu season. "This year's vaccine is tar­ geted at this particular type of flu," Dr. Engel explained. Engel also noted that Type A tends to be more serious than Type B flu, but he said both can make people very sick. "You know when you've been hit with the flu; you are very sick and feel as if you've been hit by the proverbial train," he said, noting that the flu accounts for 36,000 deaths and 200,000 hospital­ izations in the United States annually. You can take other actions to stop spread of the flu and other respiratory diseases: • Cover your coughs and sneezes. • Use tissues and throw them away after each use. • Wash hands often. •If you have flu symptoms, stay home. N.C. Child Health Report Card: Generally good news RALEIGH— The 2007 North Carolina Child Health Report Card, issued jointly today by the NORTH CARO­ LINA INSTITUTE OF MED­ ICINE and ACTION FOR CHILDREN NORTH CARO­ LINA, demonstrates that while North Carolina's efforts to ensure positive health out­ comes for children and youth have shown improvement in many areas, there is still cause for concern. Data from the report highlight the fol­ lowing: •» " Of Nnrth • 2.1 million children (age 018), 20% continue to live in poverty and 13.2% remain uninsured due to the contin­ ued loss of employer-based in­ surance for dependents, am­ plifying the need for further expansion of access to afford­ able health care coverage; • Access to dental care continues to be a major prob­ lem, with l-in-5 kindergarten­ ers suffering from untreated tooth decay; • The percentage of children who are overweight continues to worsen at alarm­ ing rates, despite recent ef­ forts to combat this problem; • The number of teen pregnancies has declined dra­ matically, reflecting a nation­ al trend; however, racial dis­ parities on this indicator are disturbingly wide, requiring targeted efforts in addition to health programs to narrow these gaps; and • While the infant death and overall child death rates are the lowest ever re­ corded, the increase in child abuse homicides is one of the ings, requiring increased sup­ ports for parents to be woven into the fabric of our health care system, schools and com­ munities. This 13th annual Child Health Report Card summa­ rizes trend data on important child health indicators over the past five years and offers this information in a con­ densed, easily accessible for­ mat. Usually, these data are hard to locate or are issued separately and independently. Presenting them in one brief document paints a more com­ APPALACHIAN Regional Medical Associates plete picture of the health of North Carolina's children and youth. "Many of the findings in the Child Health Report Card are encouraging, such as the increase in enrollment in ear­ ly intervention programs, said Barbara Bradley, President and CEO of Action for Chil­ dren North Carolina. "We are also happy to report improve­ ment in other areas, such as the lowest overall child death rate ever recorded, a near 20% decline in teen pregnan­ cies and immunization rates that continue to be among the best in the nation." "But the progress made in children's health in North Carolina has been slowed by some steps in the wrong direc­ tion," Bradley added. "Access to care through insurance is a critical underpinning of chil­ dren's health status, yet data show that more than 13% of our state's children lack health insurance. The increase in the child abuse homicide rate is also very troubling." Large racial disparities continue to exist for many of the state's child health indi­ cators, particularly between whites and non-whites in teen pregnancy rates and infant death rates. "The underlying message is that North Carolina's child health outcomes are not a matter of happenstance, nor are they inevitable," said Dr. Pam Silberman, President and CEO of the North Caro­ lina Institute of Medicine. "Our most positive results reflect hard work and finan­ cial investments in the care of our youth. Clearly, parents and communities play a criti­ cal role in the healthy devel­ opment of our children; but so too does the N.C. General Assembly and state and local agencies by investing in and operating programs that help improve child health, welfare and education." "While much progress has been made, more focus is needed to address the needs of children who have lost insur­ ance coverage. The increase in the numbers of uninsured children is troubling. We need concentrated and sustained efforts in most areas to en­ (www.ncchild.org) and the sure our children are healthy," North Carolina Institute of Silberman added. Medicine (www.nciom.org). The Child Health Report Free copies are available from Card makes the case that both organizations. The Re­ while public investments are port Card was made possible important, the role of parents by financial support from N.C. in enhancing child health and Department of Health and safety is absolutely critical. Human Services, the KIDS "Parents are children's most COUNT program of the An­ visible and influential role nie E. Casey Foundation, models," said Bradley. "By Blue Cross and Blue Shield of exhibiting positive health be­ North Carolina Foundation, haviors, parents can lead the BB&T, Pearce Brinkley Cease way in improving areas of + Lee Architecture and Food childhood obesity and alco­ Lion Charitable Foundation. hol and illicit substance use Action for Children North among adolescents." Carolina is a statewide non­ "Our children and youth profit organization based in must be assured the best Raleigh, is the KIDS COUNT possible health outcomes for partner in North Carolina positive development into and is the state affiliate of the adulthood," said Silberman. national organization, Voices "Adults—both collectively and for America's Children. For individually—must make nec­ more information, visit www. essary investments that will ncchild.org. The North Caro­ assure a bright future for our lina Institute of Medicine is state's youngest North Caro­ an independent, nonprofit linians." organization that serves as a An online version of the 2007 North Carolina Child Health Report Card is avail­ able on the websites of Action for Children North Carolina nonpolitical source of health policy analysis and advice in North Carolina. For more in­ formation, visit www.nci.om. org. Can you make a commercial deposit from your business without going to the bank? Melinda Lada, M.D. Board Certified in Family Medicine Now ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS 400 Shadowline Drive j|p Suite 104 W Boone, NC 28607 (828) 268-1187 You can at AF Bank with Remote Deposit Capture. Let us determine if this service is right for you We make banking easier! www.apprlis.org Af Bank (336) 246-4344 | www.afgrp.com Member FDIC �Ovei 268 Years of Experience! fc. BVKBAKAA. VV. M I D ' F II Years PARKER TIE COMPANY HARDWARE & BUILDING SUPPLY 19 S. 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For the tenth time since 1966, North Carolina will present a real tree to the First Lady for display in the Blue Room. This year, the tree will come from Mistletoe Mead­ ows, a 130-acre farm in Laurel Springs. The owners, Joe Free­ man and his wife Linda Jones, will accompany the tree to Washington the Monday after Thanksgiving. Freeman was the North Carolina Christmas Tree Asso­ ciation (NCCTA) Grand Cham­ pion wreath maker in 1992, 1994, 1996 and 2002. He grew the NCCTA Grand Champion Tree in 2001, and took top honors for the National Grand Champion Wreath in 1998 and 2004. Top honors came in 2006, Photo courtesy of Cathy Allinde Post photo by Linda Burchette One of these two trees, grown by Joe Freeman in Laurel Springs, is heading to the White House. when Mistletoe Meadows won the National Grand Champion tree contest—which led to this invitation to provide a tree for the White House. Once selected on Oct. 16, Alex and her pet bulldog Leroy Jr., Todd residents who support ASU, and Petunia the pol bellied pig, belonging to Kelly McCoy of Rivergirl Fishing Company in Todd, will be amom the contestants Saturday, Oct. 20 for the 1"' Annual Pet Costume Contest at Todd Genera Store. The event is a fundraiser for the Ashe County Humane Society. the tree will be delivered in a formal presentation to First Lady Laura Bush. It will then be decorated by the White House floral department staff and volunteers. Todd pet costume Humane Society contest planned looks to future by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor by Ashe County Humane Society Special to the Post Over the past four years, the Ashe County Humane Society has made great strides in its effort to build a licensed animal care fa­ cility in the county. In just this year of change, we have moved into a permanent facility, expanded our adop­ tion and spay/neuter pro­ grams, coordinated several major fund-raising events, and begun development of an education program and a grants program. As we look to the future, we will need the support of the county and the people who live here to make our dreams come true. In early 2008, we will be launching grant applica­ tions to acquire funding for specific needs, Such as dog kennels for our adoption program and startup mate­ rials for our education pro­ gram. In addition, we will be aggressively pursuing ways to acquire enough funding to pay the mortgage on our facility, including our an­ nual fundraisers. Fundrais­ ers scheduled for the rest of 2007 are a Halloween Pet Costume Contest to be held at the Todd General Store on Saturday, Oct. 20 (see ac­ companying story) and Pic­ tures with Santa to be held at the Humane Society Re­ source Center on Saturday, Nov. 3 and 17. The move into a larger fa­ cility this year has allowed us to expand our adoption program, which has been of great benefit to the com­ munity On Saturdays, local citizens can bring kittens, puppies and adult animals to the facility for adoption. At that time, we take uctures of the animals to ad­ vertise on our website and in the local papers, and open the facility to the public to view animals up for adop­ tion. We have found homes for 187 animals in the last 18 months and our adopters come from many parts of the See Society, page 5 Have you decided what your costume will be for Hal­ loween this year? How about your pet? Come up with a cre­ ative idea and join in the Pet Costume Contest on Satur­ day, Oct. 20 on the back deck at Todd General Store. This first annual event is a fundraiser for the Ashe Coun­ ty Humane Society and spon­ sors are encouraged to join Todd General Store in sup­ porting a worthy local cause. The contest will be held at 2 p.m. along with a day of fun activities and good food. "We are promoting what the Humane Society is do­ ing in the community with their programs," said Todd General Store owner Bob Mann. He and his wife Gini are great supporters of com­ munity programs and encour­ age other business owners to get involved. "We're trying to give back to the community and want to help the Humane Society," he said. "They do so much and don't get enough recognition." The Pet Costume Contest will offer prizes for various categories and sponsors will be recognized in the media, with signs at Todd General Store and the Humane Society center at 1175 Old Highway 16 in Jefferson, and*acknowledgement during the event. Sponsor levels start at $100. Donations are also welcome. Interested pet owners can pre-register at Todd General Store and the Humane Soci­ ety center through Oct. 19 for $5 or register the day of the event for $7. All proceeds go to the Ashe Humane Society. All kinds of animals are welcome in the contest. From dogs and cats to snakes and rabbits and birds and pigs, your pet is eligible to compete You can enter yourself am your pet, your child and pel or just your pet. Bob Mam said they hope to create a rea "dog and pony show" for th< future with a contest just fo dogs and horses. Other activities during th event include a pumpkin carv ing contest with tree lunch a Todd General Store to the win ner, and apple bobbing. Luncl specials will be available be fore the contest. Why not tr; a Halloween hot dog or spook; sandwich and scary soda. Pic nic tables are available. A table will be set up fo educational information am acceptance of donations fo the Ashe County Humane So ciety. Board Member Cath; Allinder said the organiza tion appreciates the suppor of the community througl these fundraisers. The tw See Contest, page Hospital kicks off 'Get on Board' fundraiser by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor It's time once again to "Get on Board" the AMH Express as Ashe Memorial Hospital Foundation kicks off its fourth annual holiday season campaign. "This is a great way for people to support their lo­ cal hospital, and it's good for them too," said AMH Chief Operating Officer Joe Thore. "Merchants will be giving special discounts for the month of November for card holders, and those who purchase the cards will be able to take advantage of all kinds of savings and also re­ ceive the fourth installment of train cards from artist Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffer8onpost.com classified@jefiersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com Stephen Shoemaker." This year's 4x6 inch train card features a flatbed car loaded with a Fraser fir and a stack of Christmas presents. The other three feature the engine, a coal car and a pas­ senger car. Next year's cam­ paign is expected to conclude with a caboose. Card holders can collect all five drawings to have Shoemaker's "Get on Board" train and know that they have helped keep Ashe Memorial Hospital on track with renovations and new equipment through the cam­ paign fundraising efforts. This year's campaign fundraising goal is $199,444. Proceeds will go toward en­ hancements to Mountain Hearts Center for Preven­ tion and Wellness, includ­ ing a telemetry monitoring system, an automated exter­ nal defibrillator, billing soft­ ware, and a treadmill, plus renovation of the compliance service area and classroom, an autoclave for the operat­ ing room and handicap ac­ cessible toilets for patient rooms. The "Get on Board" card costs $50 and those who purchase them can enjoy discounts at 113 participat­ ing merchants throughout November. The card comes with a booklet listing all the participating merchants and the discounts they are offering. You can receive dis­ Warning issued to deer hunters RALEIGH, N.C. (Oct. 1) - In an ongoing and continued effort to prevent Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) from infecting North Carolina's resident deer population, the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission is reminding hunters to use extreme caution in importing out-of-state harvests. Currently, there is no reported incidence of CWD in North Carolina. The Commission needs hunter cooperation to help prevent this dangerous disease from infiltrating the state's deer population. "This is a devastating, always fatal disease, and this warn­ ing is another precaution the Commission has taken counts on original artwork from local artists, services from local auto care busi­ nesses, bed and breakfast ac­ commodations, retailers and pharmacies, restaurants and specialty shops, recreational supplies and opportunities, personal and health care services, building supplies, pet care, and much more. Examples of savings for "Get on Board" card hold­ ers include: 20% on framed artwork at Bohemia Gal­ lery & Coffee Shop, 20% on general automotive repair and maintenance at Meineke Car Care Center, 30% Monday through Thursday at Mountain View Lodge & Cabins, 20% at Jim's Corner Furniture Store, 15% at Ashe County Cheese, free instal­ lation for AMH Lifeline pro­ gram, free DVD player with purchase of LCD TV at Joe's TV dnd Satellite, 20% on all new one-year subscriptions of the Jefferson Post, free game of bowling at Cardinal Lanes, 50% on color or perm at Mark of Eden Salon, 10% on True Value Paint at WJ Hardware, 20% at Silver Designs, $50 off purchase of Cub Cadet Tractor with free in county delivery at Hart Power, 20% at Isabel's Res­ taurant, free tote bag and 20% at 'Tis the Season, and so much more. Please thank the retailers for supporting this worthy cause. to minimize the chances of CWD entering the state and becoming established in North Carolina," said Evin Stanford, the Commission's deer biologist. According to state law enacted in early 2006, it is illegal to import the carcass or carcass parts of a cervid - meaning any member of the deer family, such as white-tailed deer, mule deer, elk or moose - from any state or province where CWD occurs unless specific precautions are taken. The purpose of this law is to prevent potentially dangerous, infective tissues, such as the brain, spi­ nal chord and nervous system tissues, from entering the Tar Heel state. Legal implications most often arise when a hunter brings an out-of-state carcass This campaign is just ij time for holiday shopping offering savings for the bus; shopper seeking the perfec gift or maybe needing a littl bit of pampering themselves The "Get on Board" card als> makes a great early Christ mas gift. Why not enjoy ; bit of holiday cheer beforChristmas arrives? To find out more abou the "Get on Board" campaigi and purchase your cards call the AMH Foundatioi office at 846-0712, or con tact the following committer members: Chairman Tom El ford, Lanny Landry, Stephei Shoemaker, Phil McMillan Gwynita Steele, Karen Pow ell and Cabot Hamilton. to a North Carolina processing facility for butcher­ ing or tries to deliver an out-of-state cervid to a North Carolina taxidermist. However, there are safe, legal methods for hunt­ ers to import a harvest, even when taken from a location with documented cases of CWD. For a current list and map of states or provinces with documented cases of the disease visit the Web site of the Chronic Wasting Disease Alliance at www.cwd-info.org. West Virginia is currently the nearest state to North Carolina with documented instances of CWD. For more information about the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission, or Chronic Wasting Disease, visit www.ncwildlife.org. �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Joann Howell Miller West .Jefferson, N.C. July 29,1946 September 13, 2007 Mrs. Joann Howell Miller, age 61 of West Jefferson, NC died Monday, September 17, 2007 at Ashe Memorial Hos­ pital. Mrs. Miller was born July 29, 1946 in Ashe County to the late Wert and Grace Partick Howell. She was a member of South Beaver Baptist Church and attended Bethel Baptist Church. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m., Friday, September Janet Maxine Pybas Kelly Grassy Creek, N.C. January 8,1932 September 18, 2007 Mrs. Janet Maxine Pybas Kelly, age 75, of Grassy Creek passed away Tuesday night, September 18, 2007 at Segraves Nursing Care Center. Graveside services were held on Monday, Septem­ ber 24, 2007 at 11 a.m. at Ashelawn Memorial Garden Cemetery with Pastor Emily Davis officiating. Family and friends were invited "to meet at the Winner's Circle Res­ taurant after the graveside services in remembrance of Mrs. Kelly. Cynthia Marie Simpkins West Jefferson, N.C. October 24, 1959 September 19, 2007 Cynthia Marie Simpkins, age 47 of West Jefferson, NC, died Wednesday, September, 19, 2007. Ms. Simpkins was born Oc­ tober 24,1959 in Wilmington, Del., to Charles and Clara Testerman Simpkins. She was preceded in death by her mother. Ms. Simpkins is survived by a son, Dewayne Bowder of Hickory, NC; a daughter, Staci Miller of West Jefferson, NC; her father, Charles Simpkins Gladys Ann Hocker Richardson Crumpler, N.C. May 29,1938 September 16, 2007 Mrs. Gladys Ann Hocker Richardson, age 69, of Crum­ pler, died Sunday night, Sep­ tember 16, 2007 at her resi­ dence. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, September 19, 2007 at 11 a.m. at St. Mary's Episcopalian Church with Rev. Shirley Long officiating. Burial followed in the Rich­ ardson Family Cemetery in Rugby, Virginia. The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, September 18, 2007 at Boone Family Funeral Home. Mrs. Richardson was born in Long Island, New York on Sunday, May 29, 1938 to the 21, 2007 at Badger Funeral Home Chapel by Rev. Mark Harless and Rev. Johnny Goodman. Burial followed in the Patrick Cemetery. The family received friends from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 20 at Badger Funeral Home. Mrs. Miller is survived by her husband, Jerry Miller of the home; a daughter, Melissa Miller of West Jefferson, NC; a son, Carl Miller of West Jefferson, NC; three sisters, Lizzy Royal of Lansing, NC, Brenda Hall of Jefferson, NC and Virginia Wyatt of North Wilkesboro, NC; three broth­ ers, Grover Howell of West Jefferson, NC, Lester Howell better know as Shorty of Ronda, NC and J. C. Howell of Ra­ leigh, NC; four grandchildren, Rachel and Kimberly Dillard and Austin and Abby Miller; several nieces and nephews also survive. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, September 23, 2007 at Boone Family Funeral Home. Mrs. Kelly was born in Boston, Massachusetts, on Friday, January 8,1932 to the late Charles Edward Pybas and Albertine Parent Pybas. She married Lawrence Kelly in 1982. She worked as a real estate agent. Locally she was known as the "Sweater Lady at the Farmer's Market." She is survived by her husband of 25 years, Law­ rence (Larry) Kelly, of the home; one son, Robert Hillery of New Hampshire; two daughters, Barbara Hillery, of Shirley, NY and Nancy Lu­ cas and husband, Darryl, of Little Falls, NY; three broth­ ers, Charles E. Pybas, Jr., Wil­ liam Pybas and James Pybas, all of Massachusetts; four grandchildren, Colton Lucas, Carson Lucas, Matthew Hill­ ery and Katie Hillery; several nieces and nephews also sur­ vive. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. of Crumpler, NC; three broth­ ers, Charles D. Simpkins of Deep Gap, NC, and Larry and Carl Simpkins, both of Dela­ ware; two Sisters, Brenda Soules of Sparta, NC and Regina Trivette of Todd, NC; one granddaughter- and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Memorials may be made to the family: Charles Simpkins 857 George McMillian Rd. Crumpler, NC 28617 You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. late Joseph Hocker and Mary Ellen Edge Hocker. She worked at a registered nurse for Ashe County Health Department, Ashe Memorial Hospital and Ashe Services for the Aging for 45 years. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Hermon Hicks Richardson and a daughter, Melinda Richardson Faulkner. She is survived by a son, Brien Richardson (Bruno) and wife, Terry, of Jefferson; two daughters, Alma Richardson, of Sparta and Louise Drake and husband, Kenneth, of Yulee, Florida; a brother, Henry Hocker, of Long Island, New York; a sister, Louise Frank, of Long Island, New York; seven grandchildren, Alex Richard­ son, Jake Richardson, Cori Richardson, Lee Ann Richard­ son, Logan Richardson, Andy Roberts and David Faulkner; many nieces and nephews also survive. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to: Ashe County Cancer Association for Westwood Elementary School, PO Box 947, West Jefferson, NC 28694. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrangements. Obituaries are available online at www.jeffersonpost.com Carl Conley Spencer Lansing, N.C. October 3,1928 September 20, 2007 Mr. Carl Conley Spen­ cer, age 78, of Lansing, died Thursday night, September 20, 2007 at Watauga Medical Center. Funeral services were held on Sunday, September 23, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Jeff Nave and Rev. Wayne Osborne officiating. Burial followed in the HawOrchard Cemetery with mili­ tary rites. The family received friends from 12 to 2 p.m. on Sunday, Charles F. Roberts Harrisburg, Pa. May 28,1933 August 25,2007 Charles F. Roberts, affec­ tionately known as "TED", was born on Sunday, May 28, 1933 in Crumpler, North Carolina to the union of the late William Roberts and the late Ophelia Greer Roberts. He departed this life on Sat­ urday, August 25, 2007 at the Harrisburg Hospital in Har­ risburg, Pennsylvania. He received his formal edu­ cation in Ashe County, North Carolina. In 1970, Charles re­ located to Harrisburg, Penn­ sylvania and became a Taxi Cab Driver. He drove for nu­ merous Cab Companies in the City of Harrisburg, including Yellow Cab Company and eventually became an owneroperator of his own cab. He enjoyed driving and in his lei­ sure, he loved to travel. Ted was united in .holy matrimony on September 28, 1990 to the former Sarah L. Brown and the Lord blessed them with 16 years and 11 months of marriage before calling him from this earthly life into eternal life. Beryl Stansberry Hart West Jefferson, N.C. December 10,1907 September 20, 2007 Mrs. Beryl Stansberry Hart, age 99 of West Jeffer­ son, NC died Thursday, Sep­ tember 20, 2007 at Margate Health & Rehab. Center. Mrs. Hart was born December 10, 1907 in Ashe County to the late Jacob and Lettie Brooks Stansberry. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Rev. M. D. Hart. Funeral services were held at 4: p.m., September 23, two hour prior to the funeral service. Mr. Spencer was born on Ashe County, Wednesday, Oc­ tober 3,1928 to the late Isaac Greely Spencer and Maggie Matilda Sturgill Spencer. He served in the United States Army during Korean Con­ flict. He is survived by his wife, Sylvia Blevins Spencer, of the home; a son, Robert Spencer, of Lansing; a daughter, Te­ resa Hurley, of Crumpler; two brothers, Joseph Spencer, of Ventura, California and Clar­ ence Spencer, of Lansing; a sister, Ann Brown, of Lansing; three grandchildren, Hugh Hilliard, Shane Hilliard and Natasha Hilliard, all of Lan­ sing; two great-grandchil­ dren, Kirkland Williams and Gabrielle Hilliard; two step grandchildren, Scott Hurley and Frank Hurley; two step great-grandchildren, Ethan Hurley and Brittney Hurley; several nieces and nephews also survive. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. As a witness to his accept­ ing Jesus Christ as his per­ sonal Savior, he united with the membership of Mount Calvary Church of God in Christ. Ted was not only preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Gladys Roberts but also by his brother, Herbert Roberts and a son-in-law, Harry Myers. He leaves to celebrate his life and to cher­ ish precious memories of him, his loving wife, Sarah (Brown) Roberts; his daughters, and son-in-law, Lillian G. and Thomas Carr, of Memphis, Tennessee, Tammy Myers of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Reshetta Roberts of Shreveport, Louisiana and Jennifer Roberts and her companion, Maurice Hipps of Lebanon, Pennsylvania; his sons, Gary McMillan of Crumpler, North Carolina and Rodney McMil­ lan of New York; his broth­ ers and sisters-in-law, Dale Roberts of Harrisburg, Penn­ sylvania, Joe and Glenna Roberts of Lancaster, Penn­ sylvania, Kenneth Roberts of Crumpler, North Carolina, William and Kim Roberts, of Hickory, North Carolina and Jerry and Betty Roberts of Vancouver, Washington; his sisters and brother-in-law, Lillian and Staley Reeves, of Landover, Maryland, Shirley Glenn of Sparta, North Caro­ lina and Judy Ross, of Crum­ pler, North Carolina; his four grandchildren; three great­ grandchildren; his motherin-law, Mary Francis Mills; his six sisters-in-law; his six brothers-in-law; his god­ daughter, Shanita Jones and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, cousins and friends. 2007 at the Badger Funeral Home Chapel by Rev. David Blackburn. Burial was in Ashelawn Memorial Gardens. The family received friends from 3 to 4 p.m. at Badger Funeral Home. Mrs. Hart is survived by two special nieces, Mary Beryl Davis and husband Bud of West Jefferson, NC and Adalene Gambill of West Jefferson, NC. Several nieces and nephews also survive. You may send email condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Shirley "Mozelle" Harless West Jefferson, N.C. June 11, 1935 September 29, 2007 Mrs. Shirley "Mozelle" Lewis Harless, age 72, of West Jefferson, died Satur­ day morning, September 29, 2007 at her residence. Funeral services were held on Monday, October 1, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Buffalo Bap­ tist Church with Rev. Dean Watson and Rev. Carl Swift officiating. Burial followed in the Kemp-Lewis Family Cemetery. The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sunday, September 30, 2007 at Boone Family Funeral Home. Mrs. Harless was born in Ashe County on Tuesday, June 11,1935 to the late Wil­ lis K. Lewis and to the late Gladeys Mae Combs Pruitt Mrs. Pruitt is survived by her husband, Rev. General Solomon Pruitt of the home; two sons: Beauford Pruitt of Lansing and Ronda "Jer­ ry" Pruitt of Jefferson; two daughters, MildredRash of Grassy Creek and Reba Wilcox of Lenoir; a brother, Donald Lee Combs of West Jefferson; 17 grandchildren, 20 great-grandchildren, two great-great-grandchildren and several nieces and neph­ ews also survive. Flowers will be appreci­ ated or memorials may be made to the Fairview Baptist Church. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Effie Lowe Gambill "Sandy" Hurts con, a member of the Friend­ ship Sunday School Class ahd served on the Grounds and Social Committees. She was also a Cub Scout leader. Surviving are her husband of sixty years, Albert Henry "Al" Burts, former mayor of Forest Acres; daughter and son-in-law, Linda Burts and Fred Fellers of Columbia; sons and daughters-in-law, Albert H. Burts, Jr. and Mary S. Burts of Forest Acres and Richard M. and Janet C. Burts of Columbia; sisters, Ruth G. Miller of Columbia, Melba G. Miller and Alda Perkins McKinney, both of West Jefferson; and grand­ children, Denise Fellers, Su­ san Burts, Fred Fellers, III, Gunnar Burts, Walker Burts and Griffin Burts. She was predeceased by brothers, Pete and Zeb Gambill and sisters, Lenna Wagoner, Jessie Cox Moore and Mary Cooper. Memorials may be made to Kathwood Baptist Church, Trenholm Artists Guild or to a charity of one's choice. Please sign online guest book at www.dunbarfunerals. com. Crumpler, N.C. February 26,1926 September 27, 2007 Mrs. Gladeys Mae Combs Pruitt age 81 of Crumpler, NC died Thursday, September 27, 2007 at her home. Mrs. Pruitt was born February 26, 1926 in Ashe County to John and Vergie Eldreth Combs. In ad­ dition to her parents she was also preceded in death by a daughter, Brenda Combs and an son, Ricky Pruitt. Funeral services were held at 11:30 Sunday at the Bad­ ger Funeral Home Chapel by Rev. Galvin Jones and Rev. Dean Shaw. Burial followed in Ashelawn Memorial Gar­ dens. The family received friends from 10:00 11:30 a.m. prior to the service. Forest Acres, S.C. Died September 20, 2007 Service for Effie Lowe Gambill "Sandy" Burts, 81, were held Sunday at 2 p.m. at Kathwood Baptist Church with burial in Greenlawn Me­ morial Park. Visitation was Saturday 6-8 p.m. at Dunbar Funeral Home, Devine Street Chapel. Mrs. Burts died Thursday, September 20, 2007. Born in West Jefferson, N.C., she was the youngest of nine children born to James Cicero Gambill and Effie S. Lowe Gambill. She attended USC and was a local artist whose work was displayed at Richland Me­ morial Hospital, Blue Cross/ Blue Shield, the Richland County Library, City Art, as well as various other places. She was a founding member and former president of the Trenholm Artists Guild and a leader of the Forest Acres Idalia Park Beautification Committee. Mrs. Burts was a member of Kathwood Baptist Church where she was a former dea­ More obituaries appear on page 5 of today's issue. WANT TOTIMBER BUY LOGS, STANDING OR TIMBERLAND Ruby Winford Rhodes Lewis. She worked at Jefferson Ap­ parel as the Personnel Man­ ager. She was a member of Buffalo Baptist Church. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Charles Winford Harless on January 21, 1998 and a daughter, Debbie Harless Bratton. She is survived by a son, Steve Harless and wife, Kim, of West Jefferson; a daugh­ ter, Kathy Hartzog, of West Jefferson; two sisters, Mary Ruth Swift of Mountain City, Tenn. and Sara Blevins, of Jefferson; five grandchil­ dren, Amy Miller, of West Jefferson, Makisha, Howell, of Fleetwood, Zach Bratton, of the home; and Courtney Hartzog and Caleb Harless, both of West Jefferson; five great-grandchildren, Court­ ney Miller, Cole Miller, Chloe Bratton, Charley Miller and Jordi Howell; several nieces and nephews also survive. Flowers accepted or me­ morials may be made to: Kemp-Lewis Family Cem­ etery, c/o Jerry Kemp, 724 Kemp Lewis Road, West Jef­ ferson, NC 28694. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. 'SULLIVAN^ Home Watch ^ Periodic walk through inspection of your second home or town house. ^ To prevent small problems from becoming large. To give you peace of mind while absent from your property Bonded, insured, and experienced. References available. MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 Call Tony Sullivan ^ 336-957-6586 y For More information & cost 336-957-0052 PO Box 461 . Elkin,NC 28621 . �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2007 PAGE 3 COMMUNITY NEWS Domestic violence: It's time to talk... (Editor's note: This is the first in a series of articles pro­ vided to our readers by A Safe Home for Everyone [A.S.H.E.], which we will present during October, which is Domestic Violence Awareness Month in North Carolina and the entire nation.. The series will focus on all forms of domestic violence, and cover the challenges facing both female and male victims. The Jefferson Post strongly agrees with the title A.S.H.E. gave to this ar­ ticle: It's time to talk...) In our day to day life, there are so many things that we are willing to share and talk with about each otherschool, kids, work, ballgames, even religion. How­ ever, there's something else that we aren't willing to talk about, even though it is happening around us ev­ ery day. We want to ignore it because we don't understand why it is happening and we don't know how to make it stop. What is it? Domestic Violence. Domestic violence has so many different faces that it can be hard to recognize. So what exactly does domestic vi­ olence look like? It looks like your mom, your sister, your aunt, daughter, grandmother, teacher, wife, friend, next door neighbor. It can be anyone. Domestic violence crosses all boundaries be it racial, gender, educational, financial. Abuse takes many forms. Types of abuse include emotional, phys­ ical, sexual, and financial. The stage involve child, teen, adult and elder abuse. Domestic abuse can be defined as a pat­ tern of coercive control of one person over another. An abu­ sive person physically harms, arouses fear, prevents free or "normal" behavior, or forces unwanted behavior upon an­ other person. Batterers are charmers and master manipu­ lators. Not only of the victim, but of the victim's friends and family, the community, the church, and the court system. They have learned how to get want they want and how to get the victim to respond in the way they want them to. For example, many times, the abuser will try to get a victim who has left to come back by apologizing to them and prom­ ising "it" will never happen again. If this doesn't work, he might become enraged and begin making threats to harm her or himself. When this doesn't work, he may go to tears and promise to go to leave?" Why does he abuse her? Women have been told that if they leave or if they tell anyone, he will kill her the next time or he will burn down her parent's house, he will take the children and run and she'll never see them again. Why would she leave? There is a lot of fear and intimidation inter­ twined in the lives of women living in domestic violence. We don't see these things be­ cause she hides them from every­ one else-try­ ing desper­ ately to keep her fam­ ily together. Trying, just a little harder, to keep him happy. She is walking on eggshells daily, try­ ing to figure out what might set him off and cause him to go into an outrage and fling obsceni­ ties at her and the chil­ dren. It is critical to her to de­ cipher what might cause him to grab her by the arms and slam her into the wall so she can try to avoid angering him again. Society blames her for staying. She blames herself for the abuse-if she had just.... He blames her for doing every­ thing wrong. If she was per­ fect, he would never have to hit her. It's time to stop blaming the victim and start helping. We will have more survivors and less children growing up to be abusers or to be abused. We will have less children act­ ing out in school or suffering from depression. There will be less children who feel like it is normal for adults to hurt each other and to yell at each other. There is a lot at stake here... Since January 1, 2007, 44 men, women and children have lost their lives to domestic vio­ lence in North Carolina (www. nccadv.org/homicides_2007). Let's talk about it. If anything in this article sounds familiar to you or a friend's situation, please call for help at A Safe Home for Everyone, 336-982-8851. Look for our follow up articles on the different aspects of domes­ tic violence throughout the month of October. N A T I O N A L E N ESS N T H counseling because he "doesn't know why he does this". Next step is religion. He may start going to church and "trying to change". It is an endless, cra­ zy-making cycle. And it can be difficult to fight, especially on your on when you are strug­ gling with trying to pay bills on your own, raise a child, and stay safe. An important tiling to re­ member is that domestic vio­ lence does not start out with a slap or a punch on the first date or so. Nobody would stay with someone like that. Un­ fortunately, it starts with kind words, smiles, doting atten­ tion. After the victim has been lured in by the loving affection, slight, almost unnoticeable changes being to occur. "Why are you wearing that shirt? This one would look better on you." Changes become more extreme over time and can become physical and may lead to things such as hair pulling, biting, pushing, punching, and slapping. Too often, this si­ lent epidemic becomes a silent killer leaving behind grieving family and friends, stunned communities, and worse, parentless children. Many times the question is asked, "why doesn't she just of Nnrt/r (ra toK MICHAEL F. EASLEY GOVERNOR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH AND NATIONAL DAY OF UNITY 2007 BY THE GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA A PROCLAMATION WHEREAS, domestic violence is a pattern of control in an intimate relationship where one person uses coercion and violence to gain power and control over their partner; and WHEREAS, domestic violence includes not only physical abuse, but also mental abuse, emotional abuse, financial abuse, isolation, and sexual violence; and WHEREAS, women of&II races and socioeconomic backgrounds arc vulnerable to violence by an intimate partner; and WHEREAS, according to a Commonwealth Fund Survey, nearly 1/3 (31 percent) of American women report being raped and/or physically assaulted by a current or former spouse, partner, or date at some time in their lifetime; and WHEREAS, the health-related costs of rape, physical assault, stalking and homicide committed by intimate partners exceed S8.3 billion each year according to the Centers for Disease Control; and WHEREAS, according to the Family Violence Prevention Fund, domestic violence affects the children of an intimate partnership in that between 3.3 and 10 million innocent children witness some form of domestic violence annually; and WHEREAS, according to the North Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence, in North Carolina alone, over 400 women, men, and children have been murdered as a result of domestic violence since January 1, 2002; and WHEREAS, the key to prevention is focusing on first-time perpetration, first-time victimization, and education of the youth that any violence is unacceptable according to the Centers for Disease Control; and WHEREAS, according to the Centers for Disease Control, prevention strategies involve collaborations by multiple partners to promote social norms, policies and laws that support gender equity and foster intimate partnerships based on mutual respect, equality and trust; NOW, THEREFORE, I, MICHAEL F. 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AF Bank (336) 246-4344 | www.afgrp.com Member FDIC Local Motels: Americourt - 423-727-4311 Mountain Empire 423-727-7777 Motels also in Boone and West Jefferson, NC �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Judge was right on Hayes We agree with Judge Stephen Balog's decision last week to keep Michael Hayes hospitalized. We also think the legislature— or Congress—needs to act so he will not have to rule again. Back in 1988, if you have not heard about the case, Hayes went on a shooting spree in southern Forsyth County, killing four people and wounding fiye others. He was judged to be inno­ cent by reason of insan­ ity, and hospitalized. Now, almost 20 years later, he claims to be cured of his mental illness and able to re-enter society. During testimony before Judge Balog, several psychiatrists agreed. But in the end, the judge ordered Hayes to remain another year in Dorothea Dix, a state-run psychiatric hospital. As said above, we agree with that decision. The vast majority of people who suffer from mental illness are able, thanks to treatment and, often, medication, to live normal, happy and produc­ tive lives. Their successes are triumphs of the human spirit. We strongly believe that our county—and soci­ ety in general—must reject the stigmas still applied to those who are mentally ill. But there is a tiny minor­ ity of mentally ill people whose condition leads them to acts of violence against others. A basic principle of our legal system, dating back to English Common Law, holds that they may not be held liable for their actions in the same way as a sane person. Hence, the insanity plea. But that lack of liability does not over­ shadow the obligation a society has to protect itself from those who would do violence to its members. A person like Michael Hayes does not deserve the death penalty a sane per­ son would have received. But nor does he deserve a free ticket back into soci­ ety. He has lived in a shel­ tered, supported environ­ ment for 19 years and has done well there. No one, however, including Hayes and the psychiatrists who testified in his behalf, can guarantee he will succeed in normal society—and the results might end in trag­ edy again. What is needed here is not scattered court deci­ sions, but legislative action, preferably on the national level. Congress should pass a bill that will require that a person found not guilty of a capital crime by reason of insanity will be confined in a hospital or group home setting, as determined to be medically appropriate, for the duration of their life. Regardless of their actions, such persons deserve humane and ther­ apeutic treatment and the opportunity to improve their condition. But people like Michael Hayes have crossed a line that can­ not be recrossed. For their good, as well as of soci­ ety as a whole, they must remain in a treatment situ­ ation for life. ,>A(;E 4 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2007 Is there a recessions The media is uttering the dreaded "r" word—"reces­ sion"—more frequently these days. Some think we're already in a recession; some think we're about to go into one; others believe one is still unlikely. For the average non-economist, this is all a bit confusing and of concern. While most people may not know what the technical def­ inition of a recession is, they do know one thing: it's prob­ ably not good. Uet me bring you up to speed on what a recession is, why they happen and assess today's chances for a reces­ sion. Recessions are not new. They are part of the ongoing business cycle, the irregular ups and downs in the econ­ omy that have been with us as long as we have had the tools to measure commercial activity. There are two main parts to each business cycle. Expansions occur when economic activity—particu­ larly the production of goods and services—increases. Recessions occur when the production of goods and services decrease. Expan­ sions are steps forward in the economy; recessions are steps backward. We've had 10 combina­ tions of expansions and re­ cessions since World War II, and fortunately the steps for­ ward during expansions have greatly exceeded the steps backward of recessions. One of the great achievements of the past 20 years has been that expansions have become longer and recessions have gotten milder. Of course, let me hasten to add, I'm talking about expansions and reces­ sions for the entire economy. Certainly, there have been many industries, regions and individual households that have seen more economic bad times than good times in recent years. W h y do reces­ sions oc­ cur? That's one of the biggest q u e s tions of all time in the economics profession. Econo­ mists agree there are at least two factors that can ignite a recession. One is a large in­ crease in the price of some key input in the economy. Oil would be the best example, and big jumps in oil prices certainly contributed to sev­ eral recessions, particularly those in the 1970s. A second, subtler, way that recessions can begin is as a reaction to some excess built up in the economy. The excess manifests itself as a significant price increase in some market. Ultimately, the price increase can't be sus­ tained, and when investors realize this, the price falls, wealth evaporates and the declines can push the over­ all economy into a downturn. The excesses developed in the technology sector in the late 1990s led to the reces­ sion of the early 2000s. This less drastic scenario Now back to today. Numerous economists is actually the one favored have upped their odds of a right now by the majority of recession happening because economists. But here's a so­ they see not one, but both, of bering fact about economic the recession-causing factors forecasts. They're very dif­ present. Oil prices have risen ficult to make because the to an all-time high of near most recent aggregate busi­ $80 a barrel. And the appar­ ness statistics are usually ent past excesses developed several months old. Thus in one market—residential projections for future months housing—are having adverse have to be made largely in effects through lower house the dark about current con­ prices (in some markets), ditions! So, yes, you'll be hearing more foreclosures, cutbacks in the construction industry, and reading more about the tighter credit standards and chances of a recession. And, no, economists don't know an uncertain stock market. Certainly a reader of the for sure if we're already in economic tea leaves could a recession, about to enter a come to the conclusion that recession, or will avoid a re­ a recession is here, or close. cession in the near term. However, here's an inter­ The timing would also be right. It's been almost six esting realization: Through years since the end of the last our collective behaviors in recession, and this is longer earning, spending and in­ than the average post-World vesting, we will actually de­ cide if a recession happens War II expansion. But there's another possi­ now or later! Dr. Mike Walden is a Wil­ bility. This is that the econ­ omy avoids a recession but liam Neal Reynolds Professor slips into a period of super- and North Carolina Coop­ slow growth, of less than 1 erative Extension economist percent, during the upcoming in the Department of Agricul­ months. Then, when much of tural and Resource Econom­ the housing market excesses ics of N.C. State University's have been eliminated and College of Agriculture and we've adapted to today's oil Life Sciences. He teaches and prices, more normal growth writes on personal finance, (3-to-4 percent annually) re­ economic outlook and public policy. turns. Interpret education poll results with care Member: N.G. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop • Assistant Editor Production Manager Graphic Artist/Webmaster Sports/General News Reporter Business Manager Receptionist Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Linda Burchette Coy Powers Wendy Cole Michael Graybeal Sandra Osborne Kelly Blevins Teresa Roark Laws Ashley Calhoun Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. RALEIGH—Sometimes the conventional wisdom isn't wise. That's not to say that one should never pay attention to the prevailing wisdom, or to public opinion as mea­ sured by credible pollsters. But whether you are a politi­ cian or an advocate for a par­ ticular point of view, polling should never be considered the last word on anything. If the public agrees with you, that doesn't necessar­ ily mean you're right. If the public disagrees, that doesn't mean you're wrong. The rea­ son it's important to know what voters think about is­ sues is because such infor­ mation can help you frame persuasive arguments, set priorities, and make choices about investments of time and money. Consider the case of edu­ cation policy. There are few issues voters say they care more about, particularly at the state and local level. Unfortunately, many vot­ ers know surprisingly little about the details of proposed policies. They have tenden­ cies and preferences, but the more specific the question, the more likely it is that many voters truly have no strong preferences, having never before thought about the matter. You may get an answer, but it doesn't repre­ sent a deeply held belief. Ask the question with different words and emphasis, and the answer may be different, too. That's not an argument against polling the public on education. It is an argument for in­ terpret­ ing the results carefully. I was struck, for example, by sever­ al of the findings of a poll commissioned by the Har­ vard Program on Educa­ tion Policy and Governance and the journal Education1 Next. For example, there is fairly widespread agreement among education-policy re­ searchers of all ideological stripes that teacher quality is probably the most impor­ tant variable affecting school effectiveness. While average class sizes have been shown to have a modest effect on performance in some welldesigned studies, teacher quality has a much-greater effect. Based on the evidence, it would be reasonable to con­ clude that scarce resources should be devoted first to re­ cruiting and retaining better teachers, and secondarily to reducing the number of stu­ dents exposed to the average teacher. The public doesn't agree, however. Asked wheth­ er it is a better use of edu­ cational dollars to improve teacher compensation or de­ crease class size, poll respon­ dents voted overwhelmingly (77 percent to 23 percent) for class-size reduction. To choose another example where there is a fairly broad consensus among education policy analysts: while most of the experts believe that school districts ought use more of their resources for differentiated pay to attract teachers to fields where there are severe shortages, such as math and science, only 33 percent of respondents agreed. Two-thirds said they would rather use the same money to give smaller sal­ ary increases to all teachers equally. It's less surprising, but still significant, to see that on contentious issues such as parental choice in education, many voters not only lack fa­ miliarity with the relevant research findings but also the basic information they need to offer an informed opinion. For example, while a plu­ rality of respondents in the Harvard/EducationNext poll supported charter schools (44 percent), almost as large a share had no strong opin­ ion on them (42 percent). Per­ haps that is because only 13 percent of respondents knew that charter schools cannot be religious and only 24 per­ cent knew that charters don't charge tuition. All sides of the educationpolicy divide ought to tread cautiously here. Regular readers know that I strong­ ly support parental choice measures such as tuition tax credits and tax-funded schol­ arships for low-income stu­ dents to use at any school, public or private. While a majority of respondents en­ dorsed tax credits (53 percent for, 25 percent opposed) and a plurality endorsed privateschool scholarships (45 per­ cent for, 34 percent opposed), more than a fifth of respon­ dents didn't offer an opinion one way or the other. That's a good chunk of folks who, on any given day, may vote for or against a candidate or ballot proposition depending on how a school-choice issue is worded and explained to them. To have a productive pub­ lic debate on education, the public needs more education so they can make informed judgments. John Hood is president of the John Locke Foundation and publisher of CarolinaJournal.com. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2007 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT Obituaries Continued from page 2 Dianne Martin Mode Lyle Greensboro, N.C. Died September 25, 2007 Mrs. Dianne Martin Mode Lyle, 64, of Greensboro, died Tuesday, September 25, 2007 in Davie County, NC. A Me­ morial Service will be held Tuesday, October 2, at 2:00 p.m. at Forbis & Dick Guil­ ford Chapel. Dianne was a native of Eden, NC and attended gram­ mar school and high school in Leaksville City School System (now Eden, NC). She contin­ ued her education at UNC-G and later received an associ­ ate degree from the Univer­ sity of Chicago. She was employed as the Business Di­ rector of the Metro YMCA for fifteen years and retired as the Business Director of the Eastern Music Festival after nineteen years. She was an avid gardener and reading enthusiast and still had time to pursue a pas­ sion for traveling the world with her husband Bryan. She especially loved spending time at their summer home at Oak Island, NC and visiting the mountains in West Jeffer­ son, NC. She recently began volunteering for theAmerican Ruth Tilton Howell Jefferson, N.C. November 27,1918 September 25, 2007 Ruth Tilton Howell, 88, formerly of Goldsboro, died Tuesday at Margate Health and Rehab Center in West Jef­ ferson, NC. Ruth was born in Wayne County on November 27,1918 to the late George Calvin Til­ ton and Mary Willoughby Til­ ton. She was married to the late Charles Lemuel Howell. Ruth was retired from Branch Bank and Trust Company in Goldsboro with 28 years of service. She had also worked for the Wayne County Teach­ ers Credit Union for 10 years. •Riifh was a charter member of Love Memorial Baptist Church. Funeral services were Fri­ day at 11:00 a.m. at Love Me­ morial Baptist Church with Rev. Richard Toler and Rev. George Fox officiating. Burial followed in Wayne Memorial Park. Jimmy Dale Woodards Warrensville, N.C. July 7, 1944 September 27, 2007 Mr. Jimmy Dale Woodards, better known as Jim, age 63 of Warrensville, died Thurs­ day, September 27, 2007 at Watauga Medical Center. Mr. Woodards was born in Jenkinjones, West Vir­ ginia on July 7, 1944 to the late Thomas Franklin and Chessie Shepherd Woodards. Jim worked at Modern Tool and Die in Brook Park, Ohio for over 20 years. He was an avid coin collector, enjoyed watching birds, and the Caro­ lina panthers. He had a very strong will to serve God, he was very faithful to listen to the Sunday morning church radio programs. Including his parents he was preceded in death by three brothers, Billy Jack Woodards, Junior (Red) Woodards and Nelson (Nick) Woodards, one sister Mary Sue Nelson. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, October 2, 2007 at 2 p.m. at New Home Edna Y. Cox Seagrove, N.C. Died September 28, 2007 Edna Y. Cox, age 89, of Seagrove, N.C., died September 28, 2007 at her residence. Funeral services were held on Sunday at 3 p.m. at Deep River Baptist Church by Rev. John Bryant and Rev. Bob Boyd. Burial followed in the church cemetery. The fam­ ily will receive friends from 7 to 9 pm, Saturday evening at Loflin Funeral Home in Ramseur, other times at the residence. Mrs. Cox was a Randolph County native, a homemaker Cancer Society. Her beautiful smile and infectious laugh made our lives brighter and she will be greatly missed un­ til we meet her again. Dianne is survived by her husband, Bryan Lyle; daugh­ ter Rhonda Elliott and hus­ band John of Greensboro; sons Chris Mode of Fairbanks, Alaska; and Darrell Mode and Darren Mode of Greensboro; seven grandchildren, Ethan Mode, Aaron Mode, Tyler Mode, and Allison Mode all of Greensboro; Andrew Mode of Portsmouth, Va.; Jared Jaynes and Cartlain Jaynes of Greenville, SC; mother Anna Martin of Eden, NC; brother Barry Martin and wife Marie; and nephew Butch Martin all of Eden. She was predeceased by her daughter Tanya Mode Jaynes of Greenville, SC and father, Garthan Martin of Eden, NC. The family will * receive friends Tuesday immediately following the Memorial Ser­ vice. Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or the Leaksville Moravian Church in Eden, NC in mem­ ory of Dianne Lyle. Condolences may be of­ fered at www.forbisanddick. com. Ruth is survived by her daughter, Barbara Pyatt and husband, Giles of Warrens­ ville; and her sisters, Esther Whitley of Clayton and Sally Anderson of Goldsboro. She is also survived by her daughterin-law, Donna Howell of Dal­ las, TX; seven grandchildren, including: Jennifer Simmons of Wilmington and Michael Pyatt of West Jefferson; ten great-grandchildren and sev­ eral special nieces. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Charles Edward Howell; her brother, Thurman Tilton; her sisters, Lois Howell, Mary Mitchell, Ila Forehand and Bertha God­ win; and her grandson, Ricky Howell. Flowers are welcome or me­ morials may be made to Love Memorial Baptist Church, 192 Woodland Church Road, Goldsboro, NC 27530. The family received friends Thursday from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Seymour Funeral Home. Baptist Church by Minister Danny Miller and Rev. David Lyall. Burial will follow in the Perry Cemetery. The family received friends from 6-8 p.m. Monday, Octo­ ber 1,2007 at Badger Funeral Home. Mr. Woodards is survived by four daughters, Dreama Pilson of Sanford, NC, Candi Dilks and Tanya Minton both of Hickory, Jacqueline Simms of Patrick Air Force Base, Florida; two brothers, John Woodards and Bob Woodards of Louisiana; two sisters, Ann Wiley of Ohio and Mae Sexton of Bristol, Tenn.; eight grand­ children, Zackary, RJ, Haley, Mathew, Mia, Olivia, Cyrus, Caley; one great-grandson; a life long friend Cindy Miller; and family and several nieces and nephews also survive. Flowers are accepted or memorials may be made to the Perry Cemetery. You may send the family your condolences through our website www. badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home was entrusted with Mr. Woodards' arrangements. and a member of Deep River Baptist Church and also of the Coleridge Grange. She is survived by three sons, Herbert R. Cox, Jr., Asheboro; Calvin B. Cox, of Seagrove; and Roy A. Cox, of Portsmouth, Va.; two daugh­ ters, Mary Lou Jones, of West Jefferson; and Wilhelma C. Poole, of Asheboro; a brother, John E. York, of Spruce Pine; 10 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made to Deep River Baptist Church, 8528 NC Hwy 42 S., Ramseur, NC 27316; or to donor's choice. More obituaries appear on page 2 of today's issue. i hHIHPIU N. 2 .& rosi pnoio Dy Linaa burcnene Hundreds of potential employees attended the 1st Annual Ashe County Job Fair on Sept. 25 at Family Central. Sponsored by Wilkes Community College, Ashe JobLink Career Center,WKSK, Ashe County Government and Ashe Chamber of Commerce, the Job Fair attracted around 35 businesses and educational and employment organizations to provide information and assistance on the local job market. Contest continued from front page main events each year are the rummage sale and the fash­ ion show, but additional funds are generated throughout the year by other events such as the 1st Annual Pet Costume Contest in Todd. "People out there are not sure what we do," said Allinder. The organization's main focus is on the spay/neu- ter program to help control the population of dogs and cats since there aren't enough homes for all of them. There is also a voucher program through local veterinarians. (See accompanying story on the Humane Society.) People don't always un­ derstand the spay and neuter procedures, said Allinder, so the Humane Society is putting together a newsletter which will offer information on the myths and facts of spaying and neutering pets. The Humane Society's next fundraiser will be Pets with Santa on Saturday, Nov. 3 and 17 at the Humane Society center in Jefferson when pho­ tos will be taken of people and children and their pets with Santa Claus. Look for more information on this event in upcoming editions. For information on the Pet Costume Contest and to pre-register, call Todd Gen­ eral Store at 877-1067 or the Humane Society at 982-4297 or go online to www.ashehumanesociety.org. period and an unspayed fe­ male dog and her offspring can produce as many as 67,000 puppies in the same time frame. The ACHS has assisted in spay/neuter ac­ tivities for approximately 300 animals in Ashe County over the past three years. Most of them have been fe­ males, which translates to a huge reduction of unwanted animals in our county. We'll let you do the math. Since we are a non-prof­ it organization run solely by volunteers, we are al­ ways eager for folks in the community to help out. We need volunteers for Sat­ urday adoptions, Tuesday and Friday office hours, as well as for our fundraisers. Saturday volunteers help by greeting adopters, regis­ tering new pets, preparing dog kennels and cat crates, walking dogs, keeping ken­ nels/crates clean, playing with the animals, and clean­ ing up at the end of the day. Weekday volunteers answer the phone, register pets for spay/neuter, register volun­ teers and work on projects at the center. Please stop by and let us know how you can help our effort. We have some foster fam­ ilies who take animals into their homes if the owner ab­ solutely can no longer keep them. However, we need more of these dedicated animal lovers. At the mo­ ment our foster homes are full. Please contact us if you can help foster abandoned animals. They are always so grateful. Effective November 2007, the Humane Society board meetings will be held on the first Thursday of the month beginning at 5:30 p.m. We encourage the public to at­ tend the first part of these meetings from 5:30 to 6 p.m. We will discuss upcom­ ing events, new programs and also hope to have guest speakers provide informa­ tion about safe pet owner­ ship, training guidelines and general animal issues. Ghandi once said "The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated." We would like Ashe County to be known as great in this sense and to set a standard for the rest of the state. We are grateful to Ashe County citizens for the support they have given us over the past four years and we look forward to pro­ viding a viable animal care facility in the future. Please keep the animals of Ashe County in mind as we begin the "Season of Giving." All donations and contributions are tax deductible. Effective Oct. 15, we will change our center hours to Tuesday and Friday from 10 a.m.-l p.m. for the fall/win­ ter season. We will continue Saturday adoption hours from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. You may visit the center on Tuesday or Friday to register for our spay/neuter clinic, bring donations, sign up as a vol­ unteer or to ask questions. And we check our email and phone messages daily. To contact the Ashe County Humane Society, call us at 336-982-4297 or email us at ashehumane@skybest.com. We look forward to your con­ tinued support! Society continued from front page state. It is best to call before Saturday to let us know you are coming, as our space is limited. We are not able to house animals at the cen­ ter at this time because we don't have adequate shelter for dogs and are not staffed 24/7. Therefore, animals not adopted must be picked up by their owners by 3 p.m. They may be brought back to the center every Saturday until they are adopted. Our spay/neuter program has also provided a great ser­ vice to the community this year. Each month, we have undertaken a spay/neuter clinic for our adopted pets in collaboration with TVin Oaks Veterinary Hospital in Sparta. Our last clinic for 2007 will be on Thursday, Oct. 25 since we don't hold clinics during the winter due to weather restrictions. We have also introduced a spay/neuter voucher pro­ gram that provides finan­ cial assistance and allows local residents to take their pets to three area vets (Dr. Johnson at Animal Hospi­ tal of Boone, Dr. Beckworth at Ashe Animal Clinic, and Twin Oaks in Sparta). Pet owners should contact the humane society for details on the voucher process. Spaying or neutering your pet is the responsible thing to do since it elimi­ nates unwanted litters of puppies and kittens. Ac­ cording to public data, an unspayed female cat and her kittens can produce over 400,000 cats during a 7-year "We wiiA to- extend Aeantfelt tAanAs and deefteat aftftxeciation to oux tuany friends and relatives. fan Aindnees and stfutjiatAxf sAoxvn tAe illness and deatA of oux loving /funt "S&ufC. Gun. special tAanAe 90 to tAe staff and residents /4sAe Senior *Villa$e and 'TKarqatc Huxeiny for tAcix fondness and cvonderful cane. H&anAs to 7fh. THillex and IBadqex "puuexal "Tfonte for tAcin outstanding service. special tAanAs to IRev. "David "StacAAuxa for wonderful funeral service and ffoAnnq and StansAenxty fox tAe Aeautiful sonys. NOTICE On page 16 of the Wal-Mart circular dated September 30 through October 6. we advertised AdviP Maximum Strength. We included the product by mistake; the product won't be commercially available as soon as we thought it would be. We'd like to say "We're sorry" for any confusion or inconvenience it may have caoused you, our very valued customers. WAL*MART Ashe Memorial Hospital Mount Jefferson Family Medicine is pleased to announce that Danielle Darter, M.D, will be joining their practice on October 1, 2007. Dr. Darter is board certified and will be providing a full spectrum of care to her patients, including obstetrics. She is a graduate of the Medical College of Virginia. For further information or to schedule an appointment call Mount Jefferson Family Medicine 336-846-7433. �Tuesday - October 2 JV/Var Volleyball at Wilkes Central 4:30 p.m. Women's Tennis at Wilkes Central 4:30 p.m. Women's Gold at Yadkin CC (Forbush) 4 p.m. Wednesday - September 26 Soccer at Wilkes Central 5:15/ 7 p.m. Thursday - September 27 JV Football vs North Wilkes 7 pan. JV/ Var Volleyball at Surry Central 4:30 p.m. Friday - September 28 Varsity Football at North Wilkes 7:30 p.m. Saturday - September 29 Cross Country at Hagan Stone Invintational at Greensboro This week in Husky sports Huskies lose homecoming game 23-6 by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor As the weather begins to transfer from summer to fall here in the High Country, the Huskies fall sports season hits full stride. The football team entered into Mountain Valley Athletic Conference play this past Friday night by hosting the North Surry Greyhounds for the Ashe County High School 2007 Homecoming game. In front of an impres­ sive crowd that nearly filled Husky Stadium, the Huskies had a difficult game against the Greyhounds and wound up on the losing side of a 23-6 final score. The match up between the schools featured a defensive display in the first half. Out of fourteen possessions by both teams in the first half, seven of them ended in punts to display the defensive domi­ nance by both teams. North Surry was able to reach the scoreboard first following a safety against the Huskies in the first period, but Ashe took their only lead of the game off of a fourteen-yard pass play from Daniel Wain to Bran­ don Rinehart during the sec­ ond quarter to go ahead 6-2. North Surry responded with a 34-yard touchdown pass later on in the second quarter, and the two-point conversion gave the Greyhounds a 10-6 lead heading into halftime. In the second half, the Greyhounds were able to stop the Huskies' offense and added another thirteen points in the fourth quarter to claim the 23-6 vic­ tory over the Huskies. The game opened up with the Huskies receiving the opening kickoff With the intentions of striking first against the Greyhounds. On their first possession, the Huskies were able to earn two first downs with pass comple­ tions on third down, but were stopped on their next series of downs and forced to punt to end their first possession. Following a good punt by Dylan Brown, the Huskies' special teams unit pinned the Greyhounds inside their own twenty-yard line to start their first drive and the Grey­ hounds offense took over at their own eighteen-yard line. The Greyhounds immedi­ ately felt the intensity of the Huskies' defense as on first and second down, key tackles by Buster Phillips and Dylan Brown placed the Greyhounds with a third down and long for the first down, and an incom­ plete pass brought up the sec­ ond punting situation on just the second possession of the game for both teams. Follow­ ing the punt, Ashe once again had possession and started their drive from their own 42yard line. Following an impressive defensive performance by the Huskies on the first series, the Greyhounds responded with a tough unit against the Huskies. On first and second down, the Greyhounds' de­ fense busted into the Huskies backfield and brought down the ball carrier for Ashe for a combined loss of nineteen yards and brought up third and 29. The Huskies were un­ able to recover from the third and a "country mile" and once again the Huskies punting unit took the field. Follow­ ing the Huskies' punt, North Surry took over at midfield for their second possession of the game. Following a run for no gain on first down, a twentytwo yard pass play on second down allowed the Greyhounds to move the ball into Huskies' territory, but the Huskies' de­ fense responded by bringing the Greyhounds' ball carrier down in the backfield for a three-yard loss, and then fol­ lowing a false-start penalty, the Greyhounds faced a third and eighteen. An incomplete pass due to defensive pres­ sure from Greyson Wells for the Huskies led to a punt on fourth down. The punt by the Greyhounds took an unlucky bounce for the Huskies, and North Surry downed the punt on the Huskies' two-yard line to give Ashe a lengthy field to cover on their next posses­ sion. With three minutes re­ maining in the first quarter, the first points of the game occurred when North Surry forced the Huskies' quarter­ back to scramble and an at­ tempted thrown away ball was flagged by the official for an intentional grounding call. Due to the ball being thrown out of the endzone, the player was ruled down in the en: dzone, which resulted in a safety, and North Surry was awarded two points and took a 2-0 lead. On the Greyhounds' pos­ session following the kickoff, the Huskies took advantage of penalties against North Surry to back them up into a fourth down and twentythree yards remaining for a first down. With the punting unit on the field, the Huskies' special teams was able to get through the Greyhounds' line and a close play at the Post photo by Michael Graybeal The 2006 Homecoming Queen, Ashton Little crowns the 2007 Homecoming Queen, Kaitlin Smith during the Home­ coming Ceremonies on Friday night. punter led to a five-yard Run­ ning Into the Kicker penalty against Ashe which led to an­ other kick by North Surry. On the replay of the down, North Stirry's long snapper sent the snap at the feet of the punter and the Huskies once again busted through the line to pre­ vent the kicker from getting the punt off and the punter tried to scramble for the /irst down. During the scramble, Andrew Sexton brought the punter down for the turnover on downs and the Huskies took over with a first down on the Greyhounds' twenty-yard line with a short field in front of them. The Huskies were unable to get a first down on the first, second and third play of the series, but Daniel Wain con­ nected with Brandon Rine­ hart for a first down comple­ tion on fourth and long to keep the Huskies' drive alive and earned a new set of down. Once again, on first, second, and third downs, the Hus­ kies gained little yardage and once again on fourth and long, Wain connected with Rine­ hart again, except through the indirect play of Nick May. On fourth and twelve, a pass down for a loss on the play from Wain was intended for and brought up fourth down Nick May but in a difficult sit­ and twenty remaining for the uation in the back of the end- first down. Following the punt on zone, the pass was tipped by May and Brandon Rinehart fourth down, the Greyhounds was able to grab the ball be­ started their drive on their fore it fell to the ground for a twenty-six yard line and the touchdown and Ashe took the Greyhounds' offense were de­ 6-2 lead following the missed termine to get something done extra-point for Ashe with ten on this drive. With two pass minutes remaining in the plays for combined total of first half. xwenty-eight yards, and then With the Huskies pos­ three short running plays set sessing their first lead of the up a thirty-seven yard touch­ game, adrenaline was run­ down pass for the Greyhounds ning through the team and for their second touchdown of on the Greyhounds' follow­ the game. Following the twoing possession, the Huskies point conversion, North Surry handed the Greyhounds' led the Huskies 10-6 with five twenty-yards on two penal­ minutes remaining in the ties to allow North Surry to first half. move the ball out to midfield Trailing by one possession, and having a first and ten. the Huskies continued to On the following play, Ashe's struggle offensively and their defense was able to get into struggle was evident on the the Greyhounds' back field following possession. With a and a good hit by the Husky motivated Greyhounds' de­ defender forced the ball loose fense in front of them, the on the play and Zach Caffey Huskies' offense had a tough was able to recover the loose possession yvith quick three ball for the Huskies for the play and punt series. Dylan first turnover of the game and Brown's punt on fourth and Ashe took over on their own eighteen flew to the Grey­ 45-yard line. hounds' 42-yard line, where The Huskies once again North Surry returned it to had a short field standing just near midfield at their own 4845 yards from their endzone, yard line. but the Greyhounds contin­ The Greyhounds attempted ued the tough defensive stand to move the ball through the against the Huskies' offense. air on the next possession and The Greyhounds benefited an eleven-yard sack by Ryan from an incomplete pass, then Shepherd and then a broken brought the Huskies' running up pass by Aaron Scott led to back down for a loss'on second a fourth and twenty against down to set up a third and the Greyhounds. Due to the long. The Huskies attempted short time and short field in to go to the air, but once again front of them, North Surry the Greyhounds' defense got elected to go for the first down into the Huskies' backfield and an incomplete pass gave and brought the quarterback See Football, page 7 Post photo by Michael Graybeal The experienced offensive line for the Huskies provide blocking for quarterback Daniel Wain (far left) during this pass play. Soccer drops two close MVAC games by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor The Men's varsity soc­ cer team continues to battle throughout the MVAC sched­ ule despite having tough, close games go the opposite way than intended by the Huskies. The Huskies trav­ eled to North Wilkes a for a MVAC game with the Vikings, a team that has surprised many people in the sport of soccer this year. North Wilkes at one point this season was ranked in the top ten teams in the state for 2A men's soc­ cer, and until recently had an unbeaten record. The Huskies entered the game with the Vikings with a focused mentality and de­ termined to give the Vikings a run for their money. In the tough, back-and-forth game, the score was tied at halftime, but the Vikings was able to punch a goal in during the second half for the only goal of the game. The teams con­ tinued to play solid, stout de­ fense, and Ashe had scoring opportunities against the Vi­ kings, but could not place the ball in the back of the net for a tough, close 1-0 loss to the North Wilkes Vikings. Following the North Wil­ kes game, the Huskies exited MVAC play for a friendly game with the Oak Hill War­ riors. The game with Oak Hill was a mirror of the North Wilkes match up with both teams having runs, however, the Huskies were able to score a goal early by Manuel Perez. However, the Warriors were reluctant and kept their composure and rebounded and tied the score at 1-1 in the second half and held off Husky runs to end the game in a 1-1 tie. The Huskies returned to MVAC play this past week as on Thursday evening they hosted the Forbush Falcons. Forbush is ranked at the bot­ tom of the conference and en­ tered the game with a deceiv­ ing conference record of 0-3. The game with the Falcons was another close, intense, and heated battle and the winning goal was not scored until the final thirty seconds of regulation. Forbush opened the game up possessing the ball for the first minutes of the game. For the initial fifteen minutes, possession remained on the Huskies' defensive portion of the field, but around twenty minutes into, the Huskies came out of their defensive half running as the team's traded runs, but neither team could get a shot by the impres­ sive play of both goalkeepers. In the twenty-fifth minute, the Huskies had a promising run with Evan Gray possess­ ing the ball for the Huskies. With an open view of the goal, Gray took a shot that barely went over the goal and the score remained tied at 0-0. The Huskies avoided two scoring opportunites by the Falcons with ten minutes re­ maining in the half as they were awarded two free kicks that could have been detri­ mental to the Huskies. Evan Love saved the first free kick with a nice catch and then the second free kick was sent over the top of the goal and the score remained tied at 00. The final ten minutes proved exciting for the fans as the teams alternated runs and a fast paced game of soc­ cer was played. The fast paced allowed each team multiple shots but no shots could find thev back of the net and the team's entered the halftime break with the score tied at 0-0. Post photo by Michael Graybeal Evan Love goes up for a save for the Huskies during their narrow 1-0 loss to the North Wilkes Vikings. The second half opened up with the tempo set at the end of the first half. Both teams were out and running strong with multiple shots being taken in the first few minutes of the game. The uppaced tempo continues until the midpoint of the second half, when that the teams started working possession and timing their runs. With the slower tempo, Ashe had fewer runs at Forbush's de­ fense, but Forbush had fewer counter attacks at the Hus­ kies as a result. With a more solid defense, Ashe was able to keep the score even at 0-0 but with around ten minutes remaining in the game, the tempo began to pick back up. With a couple of close calls on the Huskies' defensive end, the game began to heat up. With nine minutes remaining in the game, a Forbush corner looked promising when a shot was placed on goal while the Huskies' goalkeeper was out of the net. Chase Smith was able to clear the ball out to save the go ahead goal and kept the score tied at 0-0 still. As time continued to tick away, the Huskies were saved on multiple shots with excel­ lent saves by goalkeeper Evan Love. With under two min­ utes remaining in the game, Forbush scored the only goal of the game on a one on one with the keeper and the For­ bush striker played the ball to the side of the keeper and into the back of the net for the first and only goal of the match and Forbush would run the remaining time off the clock to secure the 1-0 vic­ tory and their first victory in MVAC action. Following the game, Coach Richard Gill commented on his team by stating: "I was re­ ally proud of the boys. They played a great game against a tough team. The team played with a lot of heart and just competed well." The Huskies returned to action Monday with a nonconference game at East Wil­ kes, and then will return to MVAC action tomorrow when they start the second rotation of teams with a trip to Wilkes Central. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2007 PAGE 7 SPORTS Football continued from page 6 the Huskies possession with thirty seconds remaining in the first half. Ashe ran the clock out during their posses­ sion and the teams headed into the locker room with the Greyhounds leading 10-6. At halftime, Ashe County High School held their annual Homecoming Ceremonies and crowned the 2007 Ashe Coun­ ty High School Homecoming Queen. The class representa­ tives this year were: Fresh­ men: Denise Karin Calhoun (escorted by Will Forbis) and Martha Mallary Clay (escort­ ed by Jeremy Blevins); Sopho­ mores: Michele Ann Gardner (escorted by Justan Reavis) and Courtney Shea Miller (es­ corted by Justin Worley); Ju­ niors: Jessica Brooke Koontz (escorted by Jonathan Leon­ ard) and Elizabeth Ann Welch (escorted by Juan Rodriguez); Seniors: Angela Marie Franks (escorted by Brandon Miller), Kaitlin Dakota Smith (escort­ ed by Steven Miller), and Kei- ble to give the Huskies good field position on their openingdrive of the second half start­ ing on the Greyhounds' twen­ ty-four yard line. Through the running of David Grubb, the Huskies moved the ball down to the eight-yard line for the first and goal. On first down, a holding penalty against Ashe backed them up ten yards, then a short run on second down brought up third and goal from the fifteen-yard line. On third down, an incomplete pass set up fourth and goal and the Huskies could not capitalize with another incomplete pass on fourth down and the Grey­ hounds' defense escaped the pressure situation by hold­ ing the Huskies scoreless and regaining possession on their own fifteen-yard line. Following the turnover on downs, the Greyhounds were able to earn a quick first down with two running plays, but on second down of their next series, Ryan Moser was able the field after the promising ing in the game. Ashe opened drive ended pointless for the up the quarter with posses­ Huskies and came away with sion following a North Surry a huge stop to give Ashe pos­ punt and started their drive session once again. On three deep in their own territory plays, Ashe held the Grey­ on their one-yard line. With hounds to only eight yards a short run on first down, for a punt on fourth down as and then incomplete passes the game clock ticked down to on second and third down, three minutes remaining in Ashe was forced to punt out the third quarter. of the back of their endzone. Once again, the Huskies The punt allowed the Grey­ offense took the field follow­ hounds to take over with de­ ing a defensive stop, but was cent field positioning starting unable to capitalize on the their new drive at the Hus­ possession. With a first down kies' twenty-five yard line. on the Greyhounds' thirty-five The Greyhounds immedi­ yard line, the Huskies were ately went to work on offense able to gain four yards off of and on the fourth play of the two runs by David Grubb but drive; North Surry moved the faced a fourth and eleven fol­ ball into the endzone with a lowing a penalty against Ashe. two-yard pass play. Following The penalty proved costly, as the touchdown, Ashe was able Ashe was unable to convert to stop the Greyhounds on the fourth and long play for a the two-point conversion and turnover on downs to return Ashe trailed North Surry 16possession to North Surry. 6 with nine minutes remain­ With time beginning to ing in the game. run low, as the game was ap­ On the Huskies next pos­ proaching the end of the third session, they continued to quarter, the Huskies defense struggle. With a fourth and Huskies' pass play on fourth down with an interception to return possession to the Greyhounds with seven min­ utes remaining in the game. The Greyhounds were able to run three minutes off of the clock as they kept the ball on the ground and pieced togeth­ er a 41-yard drive, which was capped off with a four-yard run for the Greyhounds, and then the extra point increased their lead to 23-6 with only four minutes remaining in the game. Despite efforts of the Hus­ kies, the Greyhounds were able to wind the clock down during their following pos­ sessions and concluded the game with North Surry win­ ning 23-6. The victory over Ashe increases North Surry's conference record to 2-0, and they are 4-3 for the season. The loss for the Huskies drops their season record to 2-4, and 0-1 in conference. The Huskies will return to ac­ tion following the tough loss on Homecoming this Friday with a trip to North Wilkes to face the Vikings in their second MVAC game of the season. The Vikings are cur­ rently 1-1 in MVAC and 1-6 for the season rebounding off of a 24-8 victory over Forbush for their first victory in con­ ference play and for the sea­ son. C H A R B R °^° of Jefferson ATHLETE i i i of the WEEK presents the Our Athlete of the Week, Evar Love, is a member of the Men'j Varsity Soccer team. Evan is the goal keeper and kept the Huskies in all three games ir the past weeks. He had over 21 saves during the Huskies' 1-C loss to Forbush. Evan Love Congratulations Evan Love!!! Stop by cf klldff 'A each week and check out our latest Athlete of the Week! Mountain Village Shopping Center •846-5504 • Ask about delivery• 846-5504 32 Ham Biscuits rosi pnoxo Dy ivucnaei urayoeai Friday night's game was Homecoming for Ashe County High School. 2006 Homecoming Queen Ashton Little handed over her crown to the new 2007 Homecoming Queen, Kaitlin Smith. Kaitlin and the remainder of the Homecoming court is seen here following the ceremonies during halftime of the game. sha Learma Wilson (escorted by Wes Porter). Following the introduction of each member of the Home­ coming Court, the fans in Husky Stadium congratulat­ ed Kaitlin Dakota Smith as the 2007 Ashe County High School Homecoming Queen as 2006 Homecoming Queen Ashton Little crowned her. The Huskies exited the locker room from the halftime intermission on a mission. Having a four-point lead, the Greyhounds were set to receive the opening kickoff. Following the kick by Dylan Brown, Buster Phillips hit the Greyhounds' ball carrier and knocked the ball loose on the return. Dylan Brown was then able to fall on the fum- to grab another fumble by needed to make another stop the Greyhounds to once again to keep Ashe in the game. The give the Huskies' offense good Huskies' defense once again field position starting on their answered the call and on first own twenty-one yard line. down forced the Greyhounds With the legs of David into a mammoth twenty-two Grubb, the Huskies moved yard loss to bring up second the ball inside the ten yard and thirty-two. A run for line and earned a first and short gain on second down goal but on the four attempts and an incomplete pass on at the endzone, the Grey­ third down brought the Grey­ hounds defense held tough hounds' punting unit onto and came away with a major the field for the fourth down defensive stop to get their punt. The Greyhounds' punt second defense stop of the concluded the third quarter Huskies within twenty yards with North Surry still win­ of the endzone. ning 10-6. 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Aviation, 7, 5 6) Mike's Mufflers, 5.5, 6.5 7) Geno's Restaurant, 5, 7 8) State Drywall, 4, 8 9) Mixed Attitudes, 2, 10 10) Scott Welchs Con., 2, 10 Top Scores- Men Top Scores- Women Scratch Game Clarence Roten Buck Tummire James Ham 233 219 215 Scratch Scries James Ham Mike Leserra John Farrington Scratch Series 623 Debbie Tedder 587 Hazel Price 583 . Cindy Malafronti Scratch Game Cindy Malafronti Kendra Tedder Hazel Price 169 167 166 425 423 410 From 9/27/2007 Week 3 of 32 Place. Team, Pts Won, Pts Lost 1. United Chemi-Con, 10, 2 2. Radio Hill Sales, 10, 2 3. Jefferson Rent-A11, 9, 3 4. Cardinal Lanes, 8, 4 That's What She, 8, 4 5. 6. Freedom Homes, 7, 5 7. Church's Construction, 5, 7 8. Moosehead C.L.H., 4, 8 9. Mikes Community, 4, 8 10. Sage Auction, 4, 8 11. Prime Timers, 2, 10 12. Bill's Garage, 1,11 Top Scores- Men Top Scores- Women Scratch Game James Ham Jonathan Blevins Robbie Howell 226 218 210 Scratch Game Ashley Carter Diana Vaughl Sue Friley 160 156 151 Scratch Series James Ham Robbie Howell Elvis Rash 593 545 528 Scratch Series Diana Vaughl Ashley Carter Sue Friley 440 426 396 ASU beats Elon 49-32 by Appalachian Sports Information ELON, N.C—Led by Walter Payton Award can­ didate Kevin Richardson and senior quarterback Trey Elder, No. 5 Appala­ chian State University ran for 365 yards — its highest total in seven years — en route to a 49-32 triumph over No. 24 Elon on Sat­ urday at sold-out Rhodes Stadium. Richardson registered his first 100-yard day of the season with 158 yards on 26 carries and Elder chipped in with a careerhigh 115 yards on 18 car­ ries. The Mountaineers' 365 rushing yards were its most since racking up a school-record 424 in a 520 win over VMI on Nov. 4, 2000. Trailing 10-7 late in the second quarter, Appala­ chian (4-1, 1-1 Southern Conference) turned the tide of the game when Elon made an errant snap on a punt from its 45 yard line and ASU's Corey Lynch blocked the kick, giving the Mountaineers possession on Elon's 22. The blocked kick was the Apps' fifth in five games this season, good for tops in the nation. Two plays later, Elder ran it in from 14 yards out to give ASU a 14-10 halftime advantage. The score remained 1410 until 3:32 to go in the third quarter, when Elder scored the last of his three rushing touchdowns from six yards out to stretch the Mountaineer lead to 21-10. But thanks to an 83-yard return on the ensuing kickoff by Michael Mayers, the Phoenix needed just three plays to cut the Apps' lead back to four points. The final period, how­ ever, was all ASU. Touch­ down runs from Devon Moore and Richardson sandwiched a 100-yard kickoff return by Mayers to give Appalachian a 3524 advantage with 5:15 to go. Two snaps after Rich­ ardson's touchdown, Titus Howard put a dagger in Elon's upset bid when he intercepted a Scott Riddle pass and returned it 41 yards for a touchdown that gave the Mountaineers a commanding 42-24 lead. Elon cut the deficit back to 10 points at 42-32 with a six-play, 67-yard touch­ down drive and two-point conversion, but following a recovered onside kick, ASU sealed the win by march­ ing 39 yards in three plays, capped by a 24-yard touch­ down run on a reverse to Dexter Jackson. In all, Appalachian rolled up 526 yards of total offense, while holding Elon (2-2, 0-1 SoCon) and its top-ranked passing attack to just 371 yards, including just 118 after halftime. The Mountaineers' ster­ ling defensive effort was led by defensive end Tim Washington. Making his first start at ASU in place of a banged-up Gary Tharrington, Washington tal­ lied three-and-a-half sacks for a loss of 22 yards to go along with seven tackles and a quarterback hurry. Cornerback Justin Woazeah led the Apps with nine tackles while Lynch added an interception in the end zone to go along with his punt block. Mayers led the Phoenix with 14 receptions for 162 yards and a touchdown while setting SoCon re­ cords for kick-return (225) and all-purpose (387) yard­ age. Riddle completed 32of-51 passes for 307 yards. He tossed two touchdowns Photo courtesy of GoASU.com Kevin Richardson ran for 158 yards in Saturday's win at Elon. and two interceptions. Appalachian tackles its final non-conference opponent of the regular season next week when it welcomes Gardner-Webb to Kidd Brewer Stadium. Kickoff for the sold-out homecoming matchup is set for 2:30 p.m. NOTES: The crowd of 13,100 was the largest in Rhodes Stadium history and marked the 14th time in the last 16 regular-sea­ son games that Appala­ chian has played in front of a capacity crowd ... The Mountaineers moved to 15-0 all-time when Rich­ ardson rushes for 100 yards ... Richardson sur­ passed Damon Scott (3,800 yds. - 1993-96) for second on ASU's all-time rushing list ... with 3,808 rushing yards for his illustrious career, Richardson needs just 602 yards to surpass John Settle's school record of 4,409 ... Elder moved to 6-1 all-time as a starter ... head coach Jerry Moore announced following the game that starting quar­ terback Armanti Edwards, who did not dress for Sat­ urday's contest (shoulder), will likely not play next Saturday versus Gard­ ner-Webb ... Appalachian moved to 13-0 in its last 13 games immediately proceeding a loss ... ASU has not lost back-to-back games since the first two outings of the 2003 season ... Howard's INT return for a touchdown was the second of his career ... he returned a pickoff 70 yards for a score at Elon in 2005 ... Lynch's kick block was his fifth (four field goals, one punt) in his last 12 games. P NOW HIRING Empire Chrysler Dodge Jeep Areas Only Salaried Automobile SALES POSITION . (1) $300 Week Salary MYMEft w 8**, your National + (4) 401 K (5) Insurance (6) Paid Vacation (7) No Long Hours ^ ° Your boss's name, the name of your company and a short message will be published on the Jefferson Post's National Boss Day page on Tuesday, October 16th, 2007 (2) Commission (3) Bonuse in 5e (Deadline for ad information is Thursday, October ll,h at 5pm) $25 for Single Spot or $40 for Double Contact Sandra at the Jefferson Post for further details Phone: 336-846-7164 • Fax: 336-846-7165 E-mail: classified@jeffersonpost.com Or you may fill out the coupon below and mail to: Classifieds!Attn. Sandra Osborne P.O. Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Boss' Name:. I From: Message:. I Company Name:_ | Company Phone:. CHRYSLER • JEEP • DODGE |Billing Address:_ Just above Wal-Mart on the right Highway 421 •Wilkesboro 336-667-2886 www.empiredodge.com Cf) Single $25°° (^Double $40'* I We accept Mastercard and Visa ^ �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2007 PAGE 9 Classifieds ^-Classified Ad Apartment 40-Lost & Found Policy It P4ssj$W mt jgg ADVERTISING Office Hours Monday - Friday : „ W 8 am - 5 pm I CLASSIFIED DEADLINES :i Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) i J Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION ®j the case of an error On our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post , is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. Charges Rates depend on si*e of ad and number of runs. Please call : Classified Dept. for information. Mall orders should be sent with payment to: Found miniature dog possibly a dachshund In Pond Mountain area. 336-385-9224. Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 Lost dog Beagle Terri­ er mix goes by the name 'Scooter' about 20lbs. Brown face, white body with black spots. Lost in down­ town West Jefferson please contact Tim Steele.Home 8461899, Cell 704-9286131. Lost dog Beagle Terrier mix goes by the name 'Scooter' about 20lbs. Brown face white body with black spots. Lost in down­ town West Jefferson Dlease contact Tim Steele.Home 8461899, Cell 704-9286131. Reward $200.00 Lost fn Jefferson, wedding band and en­ gagement ring. Large stone with smaller stones on both sides. Willing to pay large reward. Please call 843-729-2585. Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post I PO Box 808 -I 100-General Services West Jefferson, NC 28694 PIANO SERVICE A Call for free (We accept personal estimate check, Visa or Larry 1 MasterCard) A Carmichael 336-372-4247 ;i Telephone: • (336)846-7164 140-Help Wanted Fax: Cement truck driver. , (336)846-7165 ; 40 plus hours a week, CDL required, experi­ . e-mail: ence preferred. Good classified® C salary. Call 828-265joffersonpost.com 4884. Web: www.jeffersQnpost.cQrn Deerfield Ridge Assist­ ed Living is hiring 30-Special CNAs. Also, hiring Notices Resident Care Aides no experience neces­ If you have left sary- will train. Benefits pictures with us available. Incentives. PLEASE remember to Great working condi­ come in and pick tions. Apply in person them up. 287 Bamboo Rd. THANKYOU Boone, NC. Jefferson Post 828-264-0336 PUBLISHER'S NOTICE: All real estate advertising In this newspaper is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes It Illegal to advertise any preferences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex. handicap, financial status or national origin includes children un­ der the age of 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 10. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising tor legal estate which is in violation of tho law. Our readers are here by informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To compiain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. Let our Classified Ads go to work for You! Call us at 846-7164 Rainbow Center is seeking Bridging Fos­ ter Parents to provide temp/long term care for children that need yau to open your home to them for love, support, and direction in their lives. Classes will start soon to help with con­ cerns/questions or de­ ciding if foster care is right for you. Call Fos­ ter Care Director Dori Gold at 336-667-3333. Medical office seeking a MOA. Must have phlebotomy experi­ ence, computer skills, and the ability to multi­ task. Preferred medical office experience in as­ sisting physician with patient care. Please send resume to 200 Hospital Ave. Jeffer­ son, NC 28640. 140-Help Wanted Early Intervention Specialist Ashe Services for Ag­ ing and Generations Developmental Day Center is seeking appli­ cants for the Early In­ tervention Specialist position. This position provides rehabilitation services to children ages birth to 3 with dis­ abilities or develop­ mental delays. Serv­ ices are provided in a variety of settings in­ cluding in the child's home, at child care • programs, or in other community settings. The work base will in­ clude Ashe and Alle­ ghany counties (about 75%/25% respectively). Hours will be based on caseload. Required Qualifica­ tions: Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in BK education, psycholo­ gy, child development, social work, etc. and a minimum or 2 years of classroom, parenting education, or social work experience: Must have or be able to at­ tain and Infant-Toddler Family Specialist Cer­ tification. Programs offers a com­ petitive salary and ben­ efits package. For a complete job descrip­ tion and application, contact Patricia Callo­ way at 336-246-2655. J.Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! 230-Farm & Garden Equip. & Supplies Tractor for sale $800. Call 336-982-2831. 235-Christmas Trees Field of Fraser Fir Christmas Trees, Approximately 2,850, never cut out of, 7-10 ft, mostly 8-9 ft, will cut and bale. Call 336-384-2177 Fraser Fir Christmas Trees available in all sizes. Call for Pricing 336-877-7167 Fraser Fir Christmas Trees for sale, 6' to 10' 336-384-1436. 260-Garage/Yard Sales Moving/Garage Sale , Saturday Ocf. 6th 8 a.m.- 3 p.m. Items include furniture, household items, tools, books, records. At the top of Candle Light Park 133 Iron Road West Jefferson. Management Opportunites Available Must be 18 and able to work weekends Need to Apply in Person Appalachian Ski Mtn. is now taking applications from enthusiastic, customer service oriented individuals for fulltime seasonal employment for the upcoming ski season beginning November 16th. Applications are being accepted for the following areas: Snowmaking Reservations Nursery Office Security Ski Shop Equipment Rentals Restaurant Ice Skating Lift Operations Gift Shop Terrain Park Ticket Cashiers Apply in person at the Main Office on the lower level of the lodge 9am-4pm, Monday-Friday 260-Garage/Yard Sales Indoor Sale Make me an offer Wed. October 3rd 9 a.m - 7 p.m. Computer desk, book binding machine al­ most new, Sanyo 19" TV perfect condition Panasonic VCR perfect condition, $100 value Gabilia coffee pot brand new still in box, • 5 lb post office scale perfect condition, sev­ eral decorative shelves and miscellaneous items. Free canon printers need work. Spruce Hill Apartments 400 Locust Street Apt. 29 West Jefferson YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 Copy and payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tuesday Edition Friday by 9 am Friday Edition Wednesday by 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. 290-Horses & Livestock PLACE YOUR "LIVESTOCK FOR SALE"ADS FOR ONLY $ 3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS). CALL CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION 300Miscellaneous BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. 310-Musical •CUM [tlif.1 • Grands - Consoles new & rebuilt - We lease, buy, move, tune, refinish & rebuild pianos Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 320-Office/Store Equipment Jefferson office space. Across from post office upstairs. 4/5 rooms. $400 a month plus utilities. Call Annie 336-846-1657. 330-Pets Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information 330-Pets FREE to good homes: 6 kittens: 4 long-haired black & white kittens, 1 shorthaired calico & 1 shorthaired orange & white kitten. If interested call 336-384-1982. PLACE YOUR DOGS AND CATS FOR SALE AD HERE FOR ONLY $3.50 PER AD. (UP TO 20 WORDS PER AD). CALL ' CLASSIFIED DEPT. AT 336-846-7164 FOR MORE INFORMATION. 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses Chevrolet Tahoe. 1999 For Rent 4x4, white with gray leather, 115,000 miles, AM/FM/CD, towing package, great condi­ tion. $7,500. 336-9823784. 336-977-8984. 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent Available to rent Febru­ ary 10-17, 2008. For Daytona week. St. Au­ gustine Beach Resort town house. 2 bed­ room, sleeps 6, with fully equipt kitchen. 51 miles or 1 hour to inter­ national speedway in Daytona Beach. $1200 or will sell floating time share week for $9,900. 336-877-8842. Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our "for rent" sections. Call us at 336-846-7164 Uld barns and chimneys in Ashe Co., will remove. 336-8773124. 370-Cars/Vans for Sale Mazda Miata 1997 lim­ ited edition. Navy with British tan leather, new boot cover, high per­ formance tires. 112,000 miles. Excel­ lent condition. $5,700 or best offer. 336-9823784 or 336-977-8984. For more information. Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 I have 8 clearance models that must go. Save thousands, new credit programs, land home packages, modulars, double wides and single wides. Get your new home for Christ­ mas. Call Big George 336-981-4194 or 336902-6372. Please leave message. RED HOT HOME SALE!!! First Come First Sold. 8 New Homes Must Go. Dou­ ble Wides, Singles Wides, 2 Land Homes and Modular Homes. Call Freedom Homes Wilkesboro 336-9732335. 530-Lots & Acreage FOR QUICK RESULTS! Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 One ton truck with dump bed. 336-8773124. pruce Hill Apts Appli­ cations are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson. NC *One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments 'Handicapped accessible 'Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance available 500-Mobile Homes for Sale Little Classifieds... BIG RESULTS! MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF CLUB. Brand new 3BR, 3BA townhome with beautiful mountain views over looking the fairways at Mountain Aire Golf Club in West Jefferson. 3000 square feet with lots of storage for a perfect rental while building. Six month minimum lease at $1500 per month. 336-877-4107. 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale West JeffersonAvailable Immediately! Apartment in quiet neighborhood, 2 bed­ room/2 bath Located: 607 Mountain Avenue Apt. #3. Large, modern kitchen with dishwash­ er, oak cabinets, Effi­ cient Electric Heat! Storage room with Washer/Dryer hook­ ups. Rent $475/mo. One year lease, depos­ it/references required, no pets. Call 336-3844734. Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 535-Commercial Property Commercial Building in Lansing for R3nt, 1034 sq fett. $300 561-750-2399 1190-Wood For Sale ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. I— CO o OL z o CO DC Local Dealers eyecare professional about computer eye­ wear to help prevent The Vioion Council ol America recommend* regular eye exams for you and your family to ensure healthy vision. $ 336-846-7164. Jefferson Post for Check Yearly See Clearly www.checkyearly.com Saturday, October 6,2007 Ruyby, VA and Ashe County, AK $5,000 Christmas Trees, Land, Home, Barns, Horses I Equipment, Vehicles, Antiques, Personal Property Sale #1:8:30atti, Rugby, VA - 45,000 Christmas Trees to be auctioned in 7 blocks. Approx. 40,000 Fraster Furs and 5,000 White Pines. Trees range from 3 to 9 feet in height. Estimated 6,000 - 7,000 of these trees will be ready for harvesting in 2007. The buyer will have until 2012 to remove these trees. NOTE: Auction Company will NOT auction this 145 acre farm where trees are growing. However, owners of this farm mB be present to negotiate the safe of thefarm with interested buyers. Terms for trees: Sold due to confirmation of seler. 10% down day of sale with balance certified check by or before October 16,2007 Directions; From Mouth of Wilson. VA, intersection of Rf.58 & Rt. 16, Go Rt. 16 south 4 mites, then turn right on Grassy Creek Rd. (Rt 725), go 4.2 mites to Rugby Rd. (Rt 743). Turn left and go0,4 mites to Quilfen Ridge Rd.. (Rt 744), Turn left on Fa. 744 and go 0.6 mies to tree farm Sale #2 - 11:00am Grassy Creek, NC Approx. 15.16 acres in4 tracts .(Sold seperately and subject to blocking) Tract #1: Approx. 3.177 Acres. Tract #2: Approx. 4.055 Acres Tract #3: Approx. 3.269 Acres Tract #4: Approx. 4.656 Acres Buy from 3.1 to 15.16 acres of prime real edate inAshe Canty, NC. The property features ahouse, 3 bams, exceBent bottom land with a creek and approx. 1500ft of road frontage on Hwy 16 1 1 1 U. LU Get Amazing Results by using the Section of the newspaper. Give it a try. Call Sandra at the latest deals on O O complaint of office eye strain. 500-Mobile Homes for Sale Check Out the SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. is the number one workers. Talk to your Fire wood for sale $60 for 3/25 ton pickup load unsplit, $75 split. 336-384-1428. Mobile Homes by 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. Eye strain from computer use Directions: From Jefferson, NC, intersection ofRd. 221 and NC 68, Turn left onUS-221/NC 16andgo 13.7 miteson NC 16k>proper1y. TERMS: 10% down day of sale with bakmce due upon delivoiy of ctoodwithin 30days. Real estate sold due to confirmation of setter. NOTE: Potential buyers wtf have from Sept. 24 toOct 5,2007 to conduct alead based paint test of the house, if sodesired. TRUCKS: 1986 Chevrolet 1 Ton, dually 1994 Dodge 314 Ton Diesel. 1998 1 Ton Dodge 4x4 Dually with NEW Michelin tires, 360Auto and 12ft bed, 1977 F250 Free Australian / Chow mix puppies. Call 336846-3939, ask for Lori or Ed Robinson. Ford four wheel drive TRACTORS, TRAILERS, FARMEQUIPMENT: Ford 4000 Diesel Tractor, 165 Massey Ferguson Tractor (gas) with loader: 5OhpCase Diesel Tractor wtth loader and remotes: AHis Chambler Tractor - Wide front end withcultivators and plow: 19771 Ton Ford 14ft fiberglass box bed with sleeper: New 6ft x 8ft aluminum trailer with fold down sides: Horse trailer 2 GN Flabed Traiets, (1) 16ft and (1)20tt with 70001b axles, fold down ramps: 16ft Tagatong Wilkes Community College Information Technology Assistant/lnstructor-Ashe Campus For more Information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu eciuipment trailer, 6 wheel Polaris Spoilsmanw/dump tied; Polaris 4 Wheeler 4x4; 20ft stock frailer and (2)6# bush hogs HORSES and TACK - Approx. 20 Horses, Paints, Pakmnos. some grade some Reg.| Buggy and Horse Carts, and other personal property like antiques, and Much More! Announcements Made Day of Sale Take precedence over all printed material BURWELL Auction & Real Estate Sale conducted for Sam Henderson Richard Alderman NCAL# 7727 Westfieid.NC 27053 Kent C. Burweil NCAL#6515 Kim L.Burwell NCAL86371 7338 CarroBton Pike - Galax, VA 24333 NCAL#41191VAAL #422 336-994-2871 276-236-3335 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITALJNC. AT ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITALJNC. Want to join our health care team? Full-time Registrar Varied 2nd-shift hours in our Admissions Department Competitive Salary Shift Differential Benefits include: vacation, health, vision, dental, life and cancer insurances, retirement plan, medicine at a reduced cost. To apply: apply in person at Human Resources of Ashe Memorial Hospital or mail your resume to Attn: Human Resources, Ashe Memorial Hospital Inc., 200 Hospital Ave., Jefferson, NC 28640 on-line at www.ashemcmorial.org or email to hr@ashememorial.org Want to join our health care team? Full-time projects Housekeeper Competitive Salary Year-round position Benefits include: vacation, health, vision, den­ tal, life and cancer insurances, retirement plan, medicine at a reduced cost. To apply: apply in person at Human Resources of Ashe Memorial Hospital or mail your resume to Attn: Human Resources, Ashe Memorial Hospital Inc., 200 Hospital Ave., Jefferson, NC 28640 on-line at www.ashememorial.org or email to hr@ashememorial.org �PAGE 10 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Sen. Goss named to Senate's New winery plans education oversight committee to attend festival State Senator Steve Goss has been appointed to the Joint Legislative Education Oversight Committee of the North Carolina General As­ sembly. The Committee is charged to study and make recommendations on "ways to improve public education from kindergarten through higher education". Goss represents the 45th Senate District which includes Alexander, Ashe, Watauga and Wilkes Counties. He is the only first term senator among eleven Senators on the committee and the only one from northwestern North Carolina. On making the ap­ pointment, Senator President Pro Tempore, Mark Basnight, noted, "I am pleased to ap­ point Senator Goss to this Sen. Steve Goss committee and know he will have very valuable input as we work to make sure every child in North Carolina re­ ceives a world-class educa­ tion." The Committee has unique oversight authority in that it is charged to study all segments of education in the state, including ". . . the budgets, programs, and poli­ cies of the Department of Public Instruction, the State Board of Education, the Com­ munity Colleges System Of­ fice, the Board of Governors of The University of North Carolina, and the constituent institutions of The Univer­ sity of North Carolina". The Committee is "to determine ways in which the General Assembly may encourage the improvement of all education provided . . . and may aid in the development of more in­ tegrated methods of institu­ tional accountability". Established in 1989, the Committee is also charged to assess the Basic Education Plan and the School Improve­ ment and Accountability Act to determine whether changes CALHOUN CLEARING & GRADING • Foundations • Drainage/Erosion Control • Land Clearing • Road Construction • Water Gardens & Landscaping Appalachian Roofing Co. Lawn Services i \ Lot Maintenance Minor Landscaping Thomas Reed - Owner 336-246-3434 445 Wade Vannoy Dr. • West Jefferson, NC/ » ROOFING ASHE COUNTY ROOFING Serving Ashe & Alleghany Counties FREE ESTIMATES FREE ESTIMATES Senior Citizens Discounts Serving Wilkes and Surrounding Counties 9464 Hwy 16 N • Grassy Creek, NC 28631 "Since 1989" craft vendors, several winer­ ies and a meadery, Ashe Coun­ ty author and photographer Douglas Butler who recently published a collection of his photos in his book A Walk Atop America's Summits, Person County artist Nathaniel Hester who depicts the Ameri­ can landscape in unusual ways, and music provided by members of the Grandfa­ ther Mountain Highlanders. Food will be available by Chef Jimmy Benge of JIFF's Catering. There will be food and enjoyment for all. Everyone is invited to come join the fun on the grounds of Thistle Meadow Winery. ROOFLNG H&J Lawn Care, Inc. Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and part time residents of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. The recently opened New River Winery will attend the Tqnth Annual Thistle Meadow Wine Festival on Sunday, Oc­ tober 7 in Laurel Springs, NC. This festival will allow New River Winery to showcase some of its fine products to a larger spectrum of wine-tasters and wine connois­ seurs. The fes­ tival begins at noon and ends around 6 p.m. Prizes will be given away at 4:30. Owner and operator, Tom Burgiss says that this will be the best festival yet. This year's festival includes home wine-makers displaying their creations, a variety of need to be made to the plans, implementation schedules, and how to manage the poli­ cies underlying these legisla­ tive plans, including funding for these plans. Senator Goss noted that, "I am excited about the op­ portunity provided by serving on this committee. In view of the projections of increased need for educational services over the next decade in North Carolina, we simply must find ways to educate our citizenry in a more effective and effi­ cient manner. I look forward to discussing this challenge with citizens from the 45th district and taking your ideas back to Raleigh." For further information: Call Steve Goss (919) 7335742 or (828) 964-5451. 336-982-4651 V 336-385-8563 2S Years Experience • Licensed in North Carolina \ YA Install roofing of all kinds Itoof Painting Insured & ALL Work Guaranteed North Wilkesboro FRIT: ESTIMATES 336-670-3554 Allen IHiller BOB'S TREE SERVICE Sony Sharp' Serving the High Country Mountain View ^,pioneer TV Center IV Ufnrcr R OOP'S R OOFING "Fully Insured" 'Samsung •Tree Trimming •Tree Removal • Dump Truck • Chipper • Clearing Lots • Cutting Views • FREE ESTIMATES . Panasonic Skttmic Srfafo!' All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs 607C S. Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-246-HDTV (4388) Fax: 336-246-2443 FREE ESTIMATES! Owner: Charles Roop Lansing, NC Bob Cox 780 Anderson Hill Rd.» Lansing, NC \Ccll: 977-2978 Home: 384-4978 336-384-2063 Hedge Trimming, Landscaping, Bush hogging All Dangerous Trees Free Estimates 336-977-1272 or 336-982-6218 OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE Kay Conws Tre& Serines JOE ' S TreeToppingJrimming and Removal TV AND Free Estimates Fully Insured 35 Years Experience WU SATELLITE "'Vwn SALES It SERVICE JVC Phone: 336-246-5634 Cell: 336-977-8701 zenllh [Ik?HOME REPAIRS^ J &K Construction is? WELDING ll. Mountain Welding Decks • Remodeling • Pressure Washing • Replacement Windows • Painting StoinlBss Steel Aluminum Mild Sleel Handmade Galea INSURED • FREE ESTIMATES Commercial Residential Customized Handmade Fences John Barker 336-384-3222 Kenny Spencer ,336-384-2761 • cell: 877-7829'j Aslio County's ONLY NC DOT Certlllnil Pipe Welder Shop located at: 245 Von Turner Rd. •West Jefferson, NC Phone: 336-877-7511 James Ellis - Owner 17 years experience Industrial • Commercial • Residential Appleseed • Fair, Prompt Service • Rental Property Repairs • Appliance Installation • Basement Remodeling Seasonal Opening & Closing All types of repairs and maintenance for your home or business. All calls returned. Maintenance Contracts by request. IRWIN DRAFTING AND DESIGN Specializing! in: y Experienced in the construction industry Jacob Irwin 55 Acorn Mill Road Phone: 33G-S57-0207 ^Sparta, N.C. 26675 Email: jacob__irwin@yahoo.com ill This Years Experience 982-3335 336-384-9192 ^ ^lowntam Field G^cavatiwg & Maiding No JOB Too SMALL P 336-877-5010 Where Quality is a Tradition All Work Guaranteed / Licensed, Bonded & Insured m Homesites Spring Work Natnan usborne •Decks goone Grading Co., lnc Licensed & Insured Free Estimates Contact Robert Holman Office: 828-963-4069 Fax: 828-963-8610 (c||. 828-773-6736 • Lot Clearing • Basement/Footers • Ponds • Ditching Driveways Gravel, Mulch, Dirt Michael Pennington 336-385-2346 Mobile: 336-977-1312 Owner •Siding -Rock Work •Interior Trim •Patios -Buildings ph: 1-336-620-1241 http://home.eartllnk.net/~npo/ ALL TYPES OF GRADING • Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds • Land Clearing • Road Building • Septic Systems • Basements • Footer? Authorized Technicians On Board Cell: 336-977-1455 Contracting Co. No Job Too Small or Too Large! T yf , Herb Mckittrick Custom house plans Remodeling plans Material estimates Scaled models EUcixLaaf P*|; ( W'opf ) 0 f Quality Home Repairs • Competitive Rates • Insurance Work 24 Hour Wulillng Service Partablo Units lor On site Welding P.O. Box 276 • Warrensville, NC 28693 TV'S & HOME THEATRES B3r GRAPHIC TVESIG'N usr SANITATION SfcRVIC<E ' Meeting all your Graphic Design needs. No job too big or too small! 336-982-5145 fireflycanoe@yahoo.com i~u\\os Sanitation Sen,: William & Amy Phillips It's Finally Here! ,, A Private Trash Service i for Ashe County! ^ Wf We are now accepting new accounts Garbage Service includes: Weekly or Biweekly Pickup Residential, Light Commercial and Small Business Accepted Contact us at: 828-394-4944, 828-292-3211 or 336-977-0500 Toll Free: 877-217-9866 • Sam - 6pm �JEFFERSON POST TUESPAY/ OCTOBER 2, 2007 PAGE 11 COMMUNITY NEWS Local Hospice starts annual fund drive High Country Health Care •ystem Hospice celebrates Oc>ber 6, 2007, World Hospice nd Palliative Care Day, by nnouncing its 2007 Fund Apeal. Look for our billboards nd inserts in your local paers, listen to your local radio ations and read our 'Hospice ighlights' newsletter for lore information about what ospice is and what Hospice does. To urge the Hospice Spirit on, The First Annual Ashe County Harvest Run 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run' will be held on Saturday, October 6, at the Ashe County Park in beauti­ ful West Jefferson, NC. For more running or walking in­ formation call 336-877-7509. Or to volunteer to help with the run/walk call 336-246- 6443. All proceeds go to High Country Health Care System Hospice. To spiff up your Hospice Spirit, The 2007 Annual Fleanor Flea Market' will be held on Friday and Saturday, Oc­ tober 19th & 20th at High Country Greenhouse on 1990 NC Hwy 88 West across from Ashe Tire in Smethport. The Early Bird Special is $5.00 at the door from 10:00 - 12:00, Friday morning. Admission is free from 12:00 - 6:00 on Fri­ day and 8:00 - 4:00 on Satur­ day. For more information on donating items call 336-2464030. All proceeds go to High Country Health Care System Hospice. All friends of Hospice -are encouraged to participate in these events. Also welcome are those who are curious about what Hospice is and what Hospice does to support our communities. For more information on how to contribute to the "Em­ brace the Hospice Spirit, 2007 Annual Appeal", go to our website www.HighCountryHospice.org or email to hospice@hchealth.net. High Country Health Care System/Home Health & Hos­ pice provides services to Al­ leghany, Ashe and Watauga counties. High Country Health Care System Home Health restores patients to health and independence after ill­ ness or injury. High Country Health Care System Hospice brings comfort and support to patients and families coping with a terminal illness. Early reports show good fall color across mountains Raleigh, N.C. (Sept. 26, 007) More than twenty've leaf watchers and fishlg reporters from across le state have released their st weekly reports detailing rrent conditions on VisC.com . New updates will posted every Wednesday throughout the season to help visitors plan. Along with their predic­ tions on peak leaf color and prime fishing locations, the VisitNC.com leaf watchers and fishing reporters also share their picks for favorite fall events, scenic drives and outdoor activities. Fall Color Summary The first fall color is com­ ing to life in pockets at higher elevations. "The best bet for color may be the northwest­ ern mountain counties, which appear to have gotten just enough rain to produce really good color," says Gary Walker, Professor of Biology at Appa­ lachian State University in Boone. In Blowing Rock, elevation 3,685 feet, the yellow of birch, red of the dogwood and orange of the sugar maple are start­ ing to show change. Blowing Rock landscape specialist Perry Davis believes that this year's fall foliage will be spec­ tacular. Davis says, "this area (High Country) has had just enough rain to make the trees happy. They've not been as stressed as in other areas of the state." The grand display of color is still weeks away but the signs are here for a great season. For full reports, scenic drives and up-to-date infor­ mation from across the state, go to VisitNC.com's "Fall Ex­ perience" www.VisitNC.com/ fallcolor ew wolf pups highlight fall at Nature Center Asheville, NC - The Westtrn North Carolina Nature Center is unveiling its newist addition, two new gray volf pups that recently came ;o make their home in Asherille. The four month old nale, Cody, and the three nonth old female, Shalimar vill make temporary appear­ ances every Saturday and Wednesday between now and Dctober 31 at 11:00 a.m. to loon as part of acclipiating •o their new home. After their rial period, both pups will >e on permanent display at he predator habitat exhibit. Several Asheville restau•ants, Martin's Little Venice, 3omodoro's Cafe and Frank's toman Pizza are joining the iffort to welcome these young >ups by helping raise funds 'or the Friends of the Nature Center through October 31. Although commonly called pray wolf by name, Cody is ilmost black, and Shalimar s cream color. The gray wolf :an also be white, black or my combination of mottled olors. Asheville's pups were iorn in Montana at a wildlife acility and came to live at the ature Center since the gray olf population at the center as decreased to one elderly olf as its wolf mates have rown old and deceased. Once full grown, Cody will eigh out at about 90 poimds, TVevv7 £ I* while Shalimar will reach up to 70 pounds and can expect to achieve an average lifes­ pan of 16 years. The gray wolf is native to western North Carolina although they were wiped out in the late 1800s. At one time the gray wolf ranged throughout the north­ ern hemisphere but is now restricted to Canada, Alaska, Montana, Wisconsin, Michi­ gan and North and South Dakota. The gray wolf is also known by the common names of timber wolf and tundra wolf. The Nature Center's mis­ sion is to educate the public not only about the flora and fauna currently found in Western North Carolina, but also those formerly found in the area but are no longer present. Once people learn why these species are gone it may foster an interest in con­ servation for the environment and native species of plants and animals. The Nature Center serves 27 counties in western North Carolina and each year welcomes 100,000 visitors through its doors. Martin's Little Venice, Pomodoro's Cafe and Frank's Roman Pizza have just be­ come Wild Partners of the Wolves. During the next eight weeks, Nature Center visitors will receive a "wolf stamped" receipt when they visit Cody iVer TrtKril Tc\Xt and Shalimar. These visi­ tors can then lunch at either Martin's Little Venice or Po­ modoro's Cafe and a portion of their lunch will be donated back to the Friends of the WNC Nature Center. Frank's Roman Pizza has donated gift certificates that will be raf­ fled off each week. For more information or to become a Wild Partner of the Wolves, contact Sarah Oram, Friends of the Nature Center at 828298-5600 ext. 308 or friends® wildwnc.org. The Nature Center is open daily, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Admission is $7 for adults, $6 for seniors, $3 for ages 315, and children ages two and under are free. For informa­ tion, contact the Nature Cen­ ter at 828-298-5600 or www. wildwnc.org. Jefferson Post / NASCAR PIT STOP FOR PRIZES Pick the winner'of the race & win $20! Be sure to watch the UAW-Ford 500 on Sunday, October 7mand play the NASCAR contest with the Jefferson Post. Please check our Friday, October 12 edition for the winner information on this race. Official Jefferson Post / NASCAR Pit Stop for Prizes Entry Form ,o c N i A- Race I IX X The City of Galax Tourism jpartment will hold its 9th inual Fall Foliage Bicycle |de on October 20, 2007. lie organized leisurely ride res residents and visitors opportunity to enjoy a »nic ride on The New River |ail. The ride is orchestratwith the help of area volIteers and local businesses, lers will check-in at The [lax Farmers Market and jin the ride on North Main reet entering the trail exlsion on Route 58. Riders (1 travel along Chestnut jek and rolling farmland at times will ride paralIwith the scenic New River, shuttle servicb back from |es is also available. ?he $25.00 ride package lludes official ride t-shirt, It stop snacks, lunch in |es, and dinner at The Ga, Smokehouse. An evening (cert of bluegrass and old­ ie music at the Historic Theater will feature ierson & Strickland and ;nds. pommunity volunteers lg with the New River |il State Park staff, local |inesses and the city make ride possible. Sponsors le ride include Ice House ;8, AEP, Twin County Vaughan-Guynn Fu­ ll Home, Edward Jones/ Uf)(d~ ford 500 Talladega Superspeedway 10-7-07 Doug Bryant, Grayson-Carroll-Wythe Mutual Insur­ ance, Blue Ridge Outdoors Magazine, Subway & Ruth Hall Insurance, The Ga­ lax Smokehouse, and Twin County Regional Hospital. "This time of year offers us a great opportunity to show­ case our abundant natural beauty" says Galax Tourism Director, Chuck Riedhammer. "The Galax Fall Foliage Ride has earned tl)e reputa­ tion of one of the best family day/weekend trips available. Registrations have been re­ ceived from High Point, Ra­ leigh, & Charlotte, in North Carolina, and in Virginia from Roanoke, Fincastle, Suf­ folk, just to name a few, and as far away as Clover, South Carolina." The ride is packaged to offer area residents and visi­ tors a quality experience to take in the scenery, shopping, dining, lodging and enter­ tainment while participating in a healthy recreational ac­ tivity. For more information and ride registration forms con­ tact The'City of Galax Tour­ ism Department at 276-2388130. You can also register online at www.activezach. com, quick search New River Trail. Registration deadline is Monday, October 1st. Race Winner Your Name Your Address. City State .Zip_ Phone # TIE BREAKER: (PLEASE GUESS THE NUMBER OF CAUTIONS DURING THIS RACE) Mail this form to: Jefferson Post, PO Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694, or bring by our office I at 203 S. Second Ave. in West Jefferson la — V S-fcop for Prizes Contest Rules 1. Must be 21 years old or older to enter. 2. Only one (1) entry per person per race. Duplicate entries will void all entries for that person/for that race. You may enter as many separate races as you like throughout the contest. 3. Entry form is published with the contest each race. In order to be eligible you must use the official entry form for that race from the JEFFERSON POST or its facsimile. 4. How to Win« Write down the name of the driver you think will win that week's race on the entry form. If you answer correctly, you win $20. In the event of a tie, the person guessing closest to the number of cautions during the race will win $20. 5. All entries must be received in the office of the JEFFERSON POST no later than 5:00pm the Friday before the race that is entered. Due to the change in ownership of the Jefferson Post, we are unable to continue to offer Bonus Points for the Nascar Contest. We will continue to award a weekly prize of $20 to the winner of the Nascar Contest. No Purchase Necessary to Win MM A Special Thanks To Our Great Sponsors: WEST JEFFERSON CHEVROLET > AN AMERICAN Building Supply and Hardware 19 South 3rd Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.parkertie.doitbest.com REVOLUTION West Jefferson, NC • 336-846-4636 • mvw.wjchevy.net lit* Parker Tie Company Inc. rHIPlPP King of the lalTll^llliEi Mountain (336) 246-2611 WE Place to • Jeep • Dodge New 2007 2000 West US Ram 1500 Reg Cab Hwy 421 SXT4x2 wilkesboro, NC $13,888 866-380-2458 CCS, Inc.®YAM AH A of Jefferson 102 South Mai usurer * Jefferson. NC » 846-7744 �U.S. to upgrade storm warnings NOAA's National Weath NOAA's National WoQ*u Service will begin issuing more geographically specific warnings for tornadoes, se vere thunderstorms, floods and marine hazards startin ' October 1. The new "stornf based warnings" will allow forecasters to pinpoint the specific area where the threats are highest, reducing the area warned by as much as 70 per_ cent when compared to today's _ "*• ^3 ' Atmospheric Administra­ tion, an agency of the U.S. Commerce Department, is celebrating 200 years of sci­ ence and service to the na­ tion. From the establishment of the Survey of the Coast in 1807 by Thomas Jefferson to the formation of the Weather Bureau and the Commission of Fish and Fisheries in the 1870s, much of America's sci­ entific heritage is rooted in NOAA. NOAA is dedicated to en­ hancing economic security and national safety through the prediction and research of weather and climate-related events and information service delivery for transportation, and by providing environmen­ tal stewardship of our nation's coastal and marine resources. Through the emerging Global Earth Observation System of Systems (GEOSS), NOAA is working with its federal partners, more than 70 coun­ tries and the European Com­ mission to develop a global monitoring network that is as integrated as the planet it ob­ serves, predicts and protects. county-by-county system. ' Local rider wins Kimberly Bingham, won the Grand Champion at the recent horse show in Sparta. She is seen here executing a difficult maneuver during the competition. Play Bettor Golf with JACK NICKLAUS nz m • m u "These are potentially deadly, short duration events that can develop very rapidly" said Vickie Nadolski, acting deputy director of NOAA's Na­ tional Weather Service. "Our technology has evolved to sup­ port better warnings, and we are adapting to meet public expectation to receive weather information on demand." "By focusing the threat, we can reduce the warned area by as much as 70 percent which equates to more than $100 million in savings to the public," said Vice Admiral Conrad C. Lautenbacher Jr., under secretary of commerce for oceans and atmosphere and NOAA administrator. The real bottom line is that this will potentially save more lives. Eliminating areas need­ lessly warned builds confi­ dence that you do indeed need to take action when a warning is issued." Storm-based warnings are displayed graphically and are extremely adaptable to cell phones, PDAs, and the Web. The Emergency Alert System is geared toward counties and NOAA Weather Radio All Hazards will still alarm if there is a warning anywhere in the county. However, text and audio messages will pro­ vide more specific information about where in the county the storm is, and the direction the storm is moving. Stormbased warnings will reference landmarks such as highways, shopping centers, and parks, and will use directional de­ limiters to indicate county lo­ cation. The National Oceanic and mmmamm mm ^ :a...v.... . • - u.rs:: • Mountain Aire ^nter the Mt. Aire Seafood / Jefferson Post 2$$7/ Footbal Contest r Each weekly winner will be entered into a drawing to be held at Mountain Aire ~ Seafood for a $50,00 Gift Certificate at the end of the Football Contest in December. Please see our Friday editions for the winner information for the weekly Football Contest. Thanks to everyone for playing the Mountain Aire Seafood / Jefferson Post Football Contest! 2007 football Contest Rules 1 .The games listed by number in each advertisement correspond to the lines in the entry blank. Some advertisements may contain more than one game. Simply write on the correct lines in the entry blank which team you think will win. 2. At the bottom of the entry blank is the Tiebreaker. In the space indicated guess the total combined number of points that will be scored by both teams in that game. 3. A $20 Gift Certificate from Mountain Aire Seafood will be awarded to the entrant predicting the most winners. In the event of ties the Tiebreaker will be employed to decide the winning entrant. In the event the Tiebreaker does not break the tie the prize will be divided equally. 4. In the event games are postponed they will only count in that week's contest if they are played within that week's contest period. The contest period covers games from Friday through the following Thursday. 5. Entries may be mailed to: Jefferson Post at P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or brought to the office at 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson. All mail entries must be postmarked by the post office no later than the Friday preceding the start of the contest period and be received no later than Monday's mail. All entries hand delivered must be at the office of Jefferson Post no later than 5 p.m. on the Friday starting the contest week. 6. Limit of one entry per person, per envelope, per contest date. entries must be on entry forms clipped from Jefferson Post. No photographically reproduced or hand drawn entries will be 7. All entries become the property of Jefferson Post. The decision of the judges is final. 8. Winners will be announced as soon after the date of the contest period as judging allows. 9. Employees of Jefferson Post and their families are ineligible. 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B £ ® a "O € -C 1? s -O �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2007 PAGE 13 COMMUNITY EVENTS k Shoals Camp hosts golf tourney, family fun day Monday October 1 attend. 7:30 p.m.: Renowned piano players Emile Pandolfi and Jeff Little join legendary gui­ tarist Wayne Henderson in a very special evening gala at .m.: The Peak Creek RuJlub will meet at the Peak Community Center, Hwy. st, Laurel Springs. After leal, Carolyn Shepherd, County Director, N. C. rative Extension Service, sent a program on "Home for Seniors". A business ig will follow. Visitors are he. For more information, 2-9538. Ashe County Civic Center to benefit the development of a Re­ gional Resource Center to serve the expanding network of Junior Appalachian Musician (JAM) programs in Western North Car­ olina. Now in 10 counties, JAM gives children rich opportunities to experience and learn the mu­ sic of their heritage. Hosted by the River House and New River Dramatists, this casually elegant affair will begin with world class hors d'oeuvres and cash wine bar at 6:30. The concert begins at 7:30 with gourmet coffee and light dessert served between sets. Reserved seat tickets for the evening are available for $35 at Ashe Arts Council (336) 8462787. Thursday October 4 a.m.: Fourth annual Elk s Golf Tournament will iderway at Mountain Aire lub. Among the many gifts izes will be a 2007 Dodge donated by Heritage ler/Dodge/Jeep for the -one prize. This is event iptain's choice, open to all ithusiasts. The monies will upport the ministries of Elk United Methodist Camp, lore information, contact mp office at 877-4607. Sunday October 7 Warrensville Baptist Church announces Seventh Annual Homecoming on October 7 Friday October 5 beginning with Sunday School at 9:00 and Worship Services at 10:00 with former pastor Rev. Rick Anderson. Special music and lunch will also be apart of the celebration. All members, former members and friends of Warrenville Baptist are wel­ comed by Rev. Jeff Nave Pastor at Warrenville. in.: Service at Rich Hill lodist Church. Rev. Bob n is the guest preacher. Saturday October 6 m.-5 p.m.: Elk Shoals Unitethodist Camp will host its 10 a.m.: Homecoming at Mtn. View Baptist Church. Rev. I annual Family Fun Day. event will include a rubber race, with the winner bewarded $1,000. Admission e and there will be games, 3, food and fun for all! For information, call the camp i at 877-4607. Please come iupport the ministries of Elk Dennis Eller will be preaching and there will be special singing. Pastor Denton Hart and the con­ gregation want to invite everyone to attend! 11 a.m.: Peak Creek Presbyte­ rian Church will have homecom­ ing. The pastor and congregation invite everyone to attend. Is. i.: There will be a reunion II the men who served in XC companies 403, 412 others in the North Caroirea. It will be held at the old Noon-5 p.m.: Bloodmobile at New River Volunteer Fire De­ partment for an American Red Cross Blood Drive. cal pianist and humorist, will perform in the Sunday Sa­ lon Series at River House in Grassy Creek. Music starts at 4, hors d'oeuvres at 5, and a fourcourse Chef's Choice dinner at 6. $40 per person, plus alcohol, tax and gratuity. Call 219-2109 for reservations and information. 6 p.m.: Revival at Big Lau­ rel Christian Union Church through Oct. 10. Services Oct. 8-10 will begin at 7 p.m. Dr. Da­ vid Lattimer from Ohio will be the speaker. Rev. Darrell Graybeal is the pastor. A cordial invitation is extended to all. 7 p.m.: Revival will take place at Scottville Baptist Church, through Oct. 11. There will be special singing each night, and Bro. Don Ball from Elkin, N.C., will be bringing the message each night. Pastor Reeves Jones and the congregation invite ev­ eryone to attend. Monday October 8 7 p.m.: Revival at Mtn. View Baptist Church Oct. 8 through the 13. Preaching will be Rev. Dean Fletcher with special sing­ ing each night. Pastor Denton Hart and the congregation want to invite everyone to attend! 7: 30 p.m.: Revival at Rock Creek Baptist Church. Bro. Clayton Hamby wil bring the message. Everyone is welcome to attend. The Disabled American Veter­ ans will have a Flag retirement ceremony on the 8th of Oct. If you have an American Flag or a POW Flag that is unservice­ able and would like to have in our program please drop them off at the VFW building on Ashe Park Rd. in Jefferson on Monday the 17th between 5:30 and 7 PM and on Oct 8th between 5 and 7 PM. Thank you and for more info, call 336-982-3743. Buddy Greer, Commander DAV. Wednesday October 10 2 p.m.: The Annual Sprague and United Chemi-Con Retiree and Spouse Reunion will take i.: Benefit Singing at Rock < Baptist Church for Da- reer, son of Rev. and'Mrs. n Greer. David is a cancer it. Everyone is welcome to 8:30 a.m.: Ashe County Chap­ ter of N.C. Retired School Personnel will meet at Shatley place at Riverview Community Center. All proceeds from the catered meal will be donated to the center. Call 384-3535 or 3857733 for reservations by Oct. 1. If no answer, please leave a mes­ sage. 2 p.m.: Fall Piano Recital at Warrensville Seventh-Day Adventist Church. The students of Miss Sharon Kellam will present their fall piano recital. The public is welcome. 4 p.m.: Emile Pandolfi, classi­ camp site at Mortimer, N.C. ort business meeting will 3ld at 2 p.m., and lunch will irved at 2:30 p.m. We are ling a good time of fellowand good food, as always. ;e come and bring a wellpicnic basket, beverages olding chairs. Paper prodtnd ice will be provided. For information, call William pat 828-391-1507. Springs Restaurant. Gwen Ash­ ley from the Museum of Ashe County History will present the program. Please bring school books especially middle school and high school age books for the Interagency Christmas Proj­ ect. For information, call Gale Elliott at 846-7405 or Chuck Spanbauer at 877-2262. Market at High Country Green­ houses on Hwy 88 in Smethport (across from Ashe Tire Service). Admission is free between noon and 6; there is an early bird spe­ cial with $5 admission from 10 а.m. to noon. All proceeds sup­ port Hospice. NOTE: Bring dona­ tions for the flea market to High Country Greenhouses between 9 a.m.and 4 p.m. weekdays, Oct. 2-17. Sunday October 14 Sugar Tree Baptist CHurch is having its first Homecoming. Service is at 10 a.m., with sing­ ing followed by the preaching of God's Word. After service, there will be lunch in the fellowship hall. Everyone is invited to at­ tend—please plan to be with us on this special occasion! 4 p.m.: Bob Child, Native Amer­ Saturday October 20 8 a.m.-4 p.m.: 2007 Annual Charles Fleanor Memorial Flea Market at High Country Green­ ican flute performance artist, will perform in the Sunday Sa­ lon Series at River House in Grassy Creek. Music starts at 4, houses on Hwy 88 in Smethport (across from Ashe Tire Service). Admission is free. All proceeds support Hospice. hors d'oeuvres at 5, and a fourcourse Chef's Choice dinner at 6. $40 per person, plus alcohol, tax and gratuity. Call 219-2109 for reservations and information. 7 p.m.: Revival at Bristol Bap­ tist Church thru Oct. 17. Prayer room will open at 7 p.m. every night and services will begin at 7:15 p.m. Singers will include: Sunday night-Church Choir; Monday night-Arnold & Roten Family; Tuesday night-Heritage; Wednesday night-Vickie Sexton and Regina Combs Sunday October 21 4 p.m.: Martha Bassett will perform in the Sunday Sa­ lon Series at River House in Grassy Creek. Music starts at 4, hors d'oeuvres at 5, and a fourcourse Chef's Choice dinner at б. $40 per person, plus alcohol, tax and gratuity. Call 219-2109 for reservations and information. Sunday October 28 Friday October 19 4-6 p.m.: Fall festival at Bald Mountain Church. Dinner will 8:30 a.m.: The annual meeting of Ashe Services for Aging Inc. and Ashe Senior Village Inc. board of directors will take follow at 6 p.m. Everyone is wel­ come. place in the Ashe Services for Aging conference room. 4 p.m.:JBJass will perform in the Sunday Salon Series at River House in Grassy Creek. Noon-6 p.m.: 2007 Annual Charles Fleanor Memorial Flea Music starts at 4, hors d'oeuvres at 5, and a four-course Chef's Choice dinner at 6. $40 per per­ son, plus alcohol, tax and gratu­ ity. Call 219-2109 for reservations and information. Phipps Farm Friday Night Jam. Every Friday (rain, sleet, or snow): 7-10 p.m. Admission Free. Venue is Old Time and Bluegrass Mountain Music.AII music levels welcome, dancers too. Location: 2425 Silas Creek Rd., Lansing, NC. 28643. Info: Rita or Dawg Wood 336-3842382. How do Huskies' Fans celebrate after each Huskies' victory? They come to the Fifth Quarter. What is the 'Fifth Quarter'? It is a safe alternative and safe activity for high school and middle school students and their parents/ friends. The 'Fifth Quarter' is held after each Ashe County High School home football game. The location of the 'Fifth Quarter' is the Youth Center at Warrensville Baptist Church and the Fellowship Hall of Warrensville United Methodist Church. Activities for the youth include games, music, devotional time and fellowship. This event is sponsored by the Warrensville Baptist, Warrensville United Methodist, Smethport United Methodist, Clifton United Methodist, and Phoenix Baptist Churches. For more information, please call 3843391. BUSINESS REVIEW B&C Construction Ongoing Events Reader Ads In This Section Prepared % Contract Advertising, Inc €>2007 All Rights Reserved. Over 50 Years Of Combined Experience For fast, dependable septic tank service', call B&C Construction, located in West Jefferson, phone (336) 982-3537. They are your local experts for installation and repairing of septic tanks and cesspools. Fair and honest prices along with individual attention have established a good reputation for these reliable experts throughout the entire area. They are available to install and repair septic tanks in all residential, commercial and indus­ trial buildings. Whatever the size job, this firm can be relied upon for fast dependable work.They are highly trained and. qualified and stand ready to answer any of your questions. In most cases, they can install septic tanks or underground pumps without unnecessary digging. A faulty septic tank is both a safety and sanitary hazard.B&C Construction is always available for fast emergency service. They have the proper equipment to handle any job in the most competent manner. For quality work and the assurance of a job well done, be sure to call B&C Construction. They can be depended on for complete satisfaction. Saturday October 13 Noon to 4 p.m.: Hunter Sightin Day at Ashe County Wildlife Club's rifle range on Peak Creek. Mountain Select Properties and the Ashe County Home Builders Association invites you to a very special OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6th & 13th • 10 AM-5 PM 322 Fairway Oaks Dr.r Mountain Aire Golf Course 1, - C J f st" f\- |t • r m 03" -c ~mnHK... MS 180 C-B STIHL MiniBoss'M $21995 m m m I 1 -b r 4 a E PUBLIC-—-EVERYONE WELCOME! One of our most popular homeowner saws Exclusive toolless Quick Chain Adjuster for fast, easy chain adjustment FREE Carrying Case Built by the Ashe County Home Builders Association as a fundraiser for the organization's activities and community projects while showcasing the incredible talents of local craftsman and subcontractors. Directions: Look for "Open House" signs. In West Jefferson, take Beaver Creek School Rd. off Hwy. 194 and turn right on Golf Course Rd. Take first right onto Fairway Ridge Rd. and then right onto Winding Ridge Dr. Follow around the edge of golf course and turn right onto Fairway Oaks Dr. to house #322. inty to thank each of their members who contributed to this project. Without their hard work and generosity, it would not have been possible to build this beautiful house. Appalachian Blind & Closet Company, Appalachian Stone, Ashe County Garage Doors, Ashe Woodwt ltv working, Ashley Hardwood Flooring, B&G Plumbing & Electric, Blossman imbing/ JBM Gas, Blevins Building Supply, Blue Ridge Energies, Cross Creek Construction, Cub Creek Countertops, D&M Trim, Darrel Hamilton Builder, Dean Holman Masonry, Dub Lewis, Hodgson Construction, M & J Disposals, McKinney Roofing, McLean Floor Coverings, Miller Insurance, Mountain Central Vacuum, Mountain Home Utopia, Mountain Select Properties of Ashe, New River Builain Supply, Odie Gilbert Carpentry, Quality Pest Contro Parker Tie Company, Phil's Design Inc, Rickey Staley Painting, Shatley Construction & Paving, Sheets Brothers, Staley's Insulating, State Drywall, Tarheel Lumber, Tony's Rock Masonry, Truline Truss, Ultimate Property Maintenance, Worley's Electric, Yadkin Well Company >arn more about the Ashe County Home Builders Association, visit www.AsheHomeBuilders.com Visit www.MountainSelectProperties.com for listing information. MS 250 Chain Saw With purchase of MS 180 C-B/180 C-BE, MS 250/250 C-BE or MS 290. Offer valid 9/3/2007-10/28/2007. At participating dealers while supplies last. See dealer for details. 16" bar Designed for firewood cutting and around-the-home tasks -• Excellent power-to-weight ratio Always wear protective apparel as recommended in your instruction manual. STIHL products are easy to start and operate! Hart Power Equipment 205 South Second Ave. West Jefferson • 336-246-3431 Downtown WJ behind Geno's Restaurant stihlusa.corri Are you reacfy fora STIHL ? �PAGE 14 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS The Raleigh Report by Rep. Cullie Tarleton Our country has become in­ creasingly concerned in recent years with protectingour citizens. We all want to keep our families and loved ones safe, and this session we passed several laws to protect people particularly children and those who may not always be able to protect them­ selves. As we observe the sixth anniversary of 9/11 this month, let us remember the importance of safety and security. Thank you for allowing me to share this information with you. Feel free to let me know if I can help you in any way. Protect Children from Sex Offenders We have improved sex offend­ er registration requirements and prohibited sex offenders from liv­ ing close to schools and education centers. This session we contin­ ued to protect our children from sex offenders by passing a law to further protect against child pornographers. The bill (HB 27), which I co-sponsored, requires computer technicians who find images of minors engaging in sexual activity to report the name of the person who owns the computer to the proper authori­ ties. The bill also requires photo developers to report child pornog­ raphy to the proper authorities. Our budget includes almost $330,000 for two agents who will work frill-time investigating child exploitation and sexual predator cases. An additional $247,500 will help us operate a sex offend­ er registry. The General Assembly rati­ fied and Gov. Easley signed a law that will provide better monitor­ ing of violent sex offenders. The bill (HB 29) requires recidivist and violent sex offenders to en­ roll in a GPS monitoring system for life. If a sex offender does not fall into one of these categories, the Department of Correction will conduct a risk assessment to determine if he or she should en­ roll in the monitoring program. Gang and Gang Violence Prevention Gang violence is a serious is­ sue in our country. Keeping kids in school is crucial to reducing the number of young people involved in gangs. Along with initiatives focusing on dropout prevention, we will reduce gangs and gang vi­ olence by increasing the criminal Rep. Cullie Tarleton penalties for gang activity and promoting prevention, interven­ tion, and rehabilitation programs in our schools and communities. We approved $4.8 million in grants that will be awarded to government agencies and com­ munity groups working on gang violence prevention, interven­ tion, and suppression. Unfortu­ nately, no community is immune to gangs and gang violence. Even here in the high country we've seen evidence of gang activity. Domestic Violence This session we expanded and strengthened domestic violence laws in our-state. We implement­ ed the recommendations of the newly created Joint Legislative Committee on Domestic Violence and provided safer environments for victims at court hearings. One bill (HB 46) provides secure areas in courthouses for victims waiting for their trials to be heard. Anoth­ er bill (HB 47) makes it a felony to violate a protective order related to a domestic violence case while in possession of a deadly weapon. Our budget includes $147,000 to enforce the second law. We tightened up domestic vio­ lence laws by ratifying a bill (HB 42), which I co-sponsored, that adds stalking to the list of rea­ sons a magistrate can hold a sus­ pected abuser in jail. In addition, we increased funding for rape and crisis assault services by ap­ propriating $894,000 to improve community-based programs for domestic violence victims. A new law will help keep vic­ tims of domestic violence safe. The General Assembly ratified a bill (SB 30) that will make it easier for a victim of domestic was covered by general fraud law. That law required stolen prop­ erty to be valued at a minimum of $100,000 before the offender would face substantial punish­ ment. The changes make it easier to protect people who were cheat­ ed out of lesser amounts. Safer Health Care Facilities This session we passed a law that will increase penalties for harming patients in health care facilities. The bill (HB 554) makes it a felony to cause bodily ii\jury to a patient or resident of a health care or residential care facility. Fire-Safe Cigarettes Cigarettes that burn out safely when left unattended are now re­ quired in North Carolina under a new law (HB 1785). Similar legis­ violence, sexual offense, or stalk­ ing to change their name. The new law exempts these victims from the 10-day waiting period to legally change a name and states that these cases are not a matter of public record. Safer Roads We will protect people on roads by strengthening speeding laws. We ratified and Gov. Easley signed a bill (SB 925) that will stop drivers speeding at more than 25 mph over the posted speed limit from claiming that their speedometer was broken. These speeders will also be ineli­ gible for a disposition of prayer for judgment continued. A prayer for judgment continued means that the person is guilty of the offense, but no sentence is imposed. The General Assembly rati­ fied and Gov. Easley signed a law that will help decrease underage drinking and drunken driving. The bill (SB 999) gives the court the authority to secure custody of a juvenile if he or she is charged with underage drinking or driv­ ing while impaired and is consid­ ered to be a danger to others. Convicted drunken drivers will be allowed to wear alcoholmonitoring ankle bracelets in­ stead of serving jail time under a bill (SB 1290) we ratified this session. The bill has been signed into law. The bracelets would cost $12 a day, some of which would be paid by the convicted drivers. Some questioned whether it was fair to adopt use of the devices, since some people could not af­ ford thefr use. However, support­ ers argued that counties may be willing to bear the cost since the bracelets would keep drunken drivers off the road and be less expensive than jail. Mortgage Fraud This session we ratified and Gov. Easley signed a bill that defines and punishes residential mortgage fraud in North Caro­ lina. The bill (HB 817) makes it a felony to knowingly misrepre­ sent or exclude information in the mortgage lending process even if the victim is not harmed financially. Offenders can be sen­ tenced to up to 16 months if they have no prior record and up to 31 months if they are linked to at least five cases of fraud with no prior record. Mortgage fraud was illegal under previous laws, but it I miitlr llmiilr t liitl is iViiiulc lult / SlM'jOn r.i around 2 Worn old when determining punishment for another crime. Notes As we all know too well methamphetamine continues to be a problem across our state includ­ ing Ashe and Watauga Coun­ ties. Too many of our citizens are involved with this insidious drug on some level, selling, us­ ing, manufacturing or all three. I received word this week from the Attorney General's office that a meth booklet, video and website detailing the harm caused by this destructive drug are now avail­ able. Visit www.ncdoj.gov to view the meth video or download the booklet. You can also contact the Meth Outreach Coordinator at Outreach@ncdoj.gov or call 919-7166783. V (H'oiiikI I iimIc laili mix (liuf «s I moiiMis old llli\ III l»l i.H iII'OHIhI > lllOlllli.H «tl«l I'miulc KrdlioiU' mix Mini is arouml:{years old leiiiiile I'iesl mix Mud lVnule DSN llu»f is is around ;l years old around I moiiMis old ASHE ANIMAL CONTROL 982-4060 Hous Heating & Air You are Invited to our Open House Where: lation has been approved in more than a dozen states and Canada. The Coalition for Fire-Safe Ciga­ rettes says cigarettes are the leading reason for fire deaths in the United States, causing up to 900 deaths a year. The state Di­ vision of Public Health blames cigarettes and similar smoking" material for 700,500 residential fires in the state in 2005. Those fires resulted in 100 deaths and 800 injuries. Protect Animals People who purposely kill a police animal or an assistance animal, such as a seeing-eye dog, will be committing a felony under a bill (SB 34) we ratified and Gov. Mike Easley signed this session. The bill makes it a felony to kill such animals and makes the death an aggravating factor Scott Brothers Heating & Air 1870 Liberty Grove Church Road Fleetwood, NC October 5,2007 Between 10:00 AM and 2:00PM WE INSTALL A COMPLETE LINE OF TRANE HEATING AND COOLING PRODUCTS FOR YOUR HOME OR BUSINESS 100% FINANCING AVAILABLE Ashe County's Premiere Heating and Cooling Company •Fully Operational Showroom •ALL NEW World's Most Efficient Air Cleaner •ALL NEW World's Most Efficient Furnace •World's Most Reliable Heat Pump Phones 336-877-1702 Fexs 336-877-2359 Ccwtort RtkiJMHHtV Through Twlmteww by NAT! Ermells •bheatandeir@ak/be>t.com A JF � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 79 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Extent The size or duration of the resource. 14 pages Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-10-2 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/fc6a3f35f7719873da3e290df1ed2ee6.pdf d62e12ddb19384f3742193444cdf7082 PDF Text Text • Huskies win with field goal Tuesday page 6 October 23, 2007 • Cross Country wraps up season 500 page 6 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com • Volleyball team loses in tourney SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTII^ CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Volume 82, Issue 85 PAGE 6 Scholarship honors agriculture leader by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Post photo by Linda Burchette The centerpiece of the new memorial garden at the public library is this beautiful statue. Library statue, garden dedicated by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor A little girl in pigtails holds a favorite book in one hand while the other hand rests on the head of her loy­ al puppy sitting by her side. This bronze statue is a de­ lightful and touching addi­ tion to the memorial garden at Ashe County Public Li­ brary. It was placed in mem­ ory of one of the library's most ardent supporters. The Friends of the Li­ brary and other support­ ers gathered last week for a special dedication of the memorial garden, planted and created in recogni­ tion of those Friends who have passed away, includ­ ing Jacque Schadle whose husband Ed presented the statue for the garden in his wife's memory. Friends President Karen Moll led the dedication cer­ emony, remembering all the Friends who have passed away, thanking them and their families for their sup­ port, and recognizing those who have contributed to the creation of the memorial garden! Karen said the garden was an idea of Librarian Jim McQueen as a way to re­ member Karen's father, Bill Hargett, who passed away late in 2005. Her parents, Bill and Gladys Hargett, lived in Union County, Kar­ en said, but loved to visit the library when visiting Karen and her family in Ashe County. "He loved the facility and the view saying I could just stay up here the rest of my life," Karen said of her dad. Jacque Schadle was vice president of the Friends when Karen's dad became ill and Karen needed to take time off to be with him. Jacque agreed to take over during Karen's absence. And then .Jacque became ill early in 2,006 v/ith Recurring bouts, of pancreatitis. She actually had her bags packed for a beach trip on a Friday when a severe bout of the disease sent her to the hospital and she was unable to recover. She passed away in March 2006. The Schadles moved to Ashe County after 9/11 and Jacque joined the Friends of the Library. After her pass­ ing, Ed found the statue of the little girl reading and wanted to donate it to the li­ brary. He asked Karen about See Library, page 5 Future agriculturists from Ashe County will have an op­ portunity to see their dreams come true thanks to a schol­ arship in memory of one of the county's best remembered friends of agriculture. The C.E. "Chuck" Gardner Agricultural Scholarship En­ dowment is being established with the North Carolina Co­ operative Extension Service Foundation within the NC Agricultural Foundation in recognition of Gardner's more than 30 years of commitment to agriculture and natural resources education in Ashe County. In a Memorandum of Un­ derstanding between. the Family and Friends of C.E. "Chuck" Gardner and the NC Extension Service and Agricultural Foundation, it is noted that the endow­ ment is begun with a $6,000 investment toward a goal of $25,000 from which the first gifts from investment in­ come will be made. Scholar­ ships will be awarded to Ashe County students planning to study agriculture and natu­ ral resources toward a career Photo courtesy ot Gardner tamiiy Chuck Gardner working among the white pines he help introduce to Ashe County, back in the 1950s. in those fields. As a teenager, Gardner spent many summers travel­ ing to Ashe County with his father, M.E. Gardner, a horti­ culture professor and head of the horticulture department at NC State, as he conducted research on potato produc­ tion. Gardner graduated from North Carolina State Univer­ sity in 1948 with a degree irr horticulture. He went to work See Gardner; page 5 Present at the Ashe County Wildlife Club meeting last week to accept a donation to the C.E. "Chuck" Gardner Agricultural Scholarship Endowment were family members, from left: Jane Gardner and Billie Gardner, daughters-in-law; Ken Gardner, son; Belle Gardner, Chuck's wife, accepting the check from Wildlife Club board member Truiett Weaver; Rick Gardner, son; and Richie Gardner, grandson. Well-known blueberry farm being preserved A hoped for abundance of the harvest was not to be this year at Old Orchard Creek Farms in Lansing as the late spring freeze killed all the blueberries, so instead a glo­ rious fall day brought a cel­ ebration of the land, it's heri­ tage and future. Folks gathered from near and far on Sunday at the farm to celebrate with land­ owners Walter Clark and Johnny Burleson the pres­ ervation and continuation of what is known as the Swan­ sie Shepherd blueberry farm. Clark and Burleson are being honored this Friday with the 2007 Minnette C. Duffy Land­ scape Preservation Award for their work. The Duffy Award is North Carolina's highest award for the preservation, restora­ tion or maintenance of land­ scapes, gardens, streetscapes or grounds related to historic structures. It is presented by the Historic Preservation Foundation of North Carolina and includes a $500 stipend. The award will be presented at the North Carolina Mu­ seum of History following a reception at the State Capitol in Raleigh. Myrick Howard, president of the Historic Preservation Foundation of North Caro­ lina, was among the guests at Sunday's gathering. He said cultural heritage and land preservation go hand in hand. People talk about the "green­ ness" of tofiay's efforts in cre­ ating a better world, Howard said, and historic preservation is a green effort. "Take exist­ ing resources and use them, love them, and pass them on. They're authentic. They're the real thing." He congratu­ lated Clark and Burleson for their efforts and said what they had accomplished with Old Orchard Creek Farms is a great embodiment of con­ servation and preservation. Clark joked that it was a mistake to change the name of the farm because to local peo­ ple it will always be known as the Swansie Shepherd blue­ berry farm. Shepherd planted 3,000 blueberry bushes, he Contact Us BBQ to help homeless by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor t y mail: fferson Post D. Box 808 . Jefferson, NC 28694 y phone or fax: l. 336-846-7164 ix 336-846-7165 y e-mail: lvertising@jeffersonpost.com rculation@jeffersonpost.com 5ssified@jeffersonpost.com litorial@jeffersonpost.com Post photo by Linda Burchette Walter Clark holds up a map of land trust easements made in the region as Blue Ridge Rural Land Trust Executive Director James Coman congratulates Clark and his partner Johnny Burleson for their historic preservation of Old Orchard Creek Farms, better known as the Swansie Shepherd blueberry farm In Lansing. A "farm warming" reception was held at the farm on Sunday. Homelessness in Ashe County has become a reality. Currently, local churches have been meet­ ing some of the needs, with social services taking people to a shelter in Wilkes County. The shelter in Wilkes is willing to help but they need to be reimbursed for their efforts and there is not an or­ ganization in the county to meet the needs, and with winter fast approaching, the needs become critical. To help with this situation, a barbecue lunch will be held Saturday, Oct. 27, at the Wal-Mart parking lot in West Jefferson. Roger Fife of Ameri­ can Legacy Realty has volunteered to cook the bar­ becue for the fundraiser. Plates of barbeque, corn on the cob, beans, bread, drinks and dessert will be available for a requested donation of $10 per plate. Food will be available from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. All proceeds from this all volunteer event will go to the Ashe County DSS to provide much needed funding for the homeless folks they serve. Please come out and support this very worthy cause. For more information, to volunteer to help, or to make a contribution, call Dawn Goodman at 246- said, and people would come from miles around every year to pick blueberries, some of the largest they had ever seen. When Clark and Burle­ son bought the property sev­ eral years ago, they decided to continue the tradition. Unfortunately, there were no blueberries to pick this year, but hopes are for many good harvests in years to come. Clark said he and Burle­ son discovered the farm about seven years ago while visit­ ing Ashe County and they thought it would be wonder­ ful to own and operate a place like that. Two years later, they were back in the county and found out that the farm was for sale. They decided to purchase it and restore the farm and the historic home. They are only temporary stewards of the land, Clark said, as someday they will pass it on to others. Not long after purchasing the farm, they learned about the Blue Ridge Rural Land Trust and how it helps protect land, so they contacted the organi­ zation and placed the Old See Farm, page 5 2461 or email goodman_dawn@yahoo.com. Benefit to help local family A covered dish benefit supper to help with medical expenses is being held for Phyllis and Roger Farmer of Mouth of Wilson, VA. The benefit is on Saturday, November 3, from 5:00 pm util 8:00 pm at the Rugby Rescue Squad building. Take out trays are available. If you can't attend but would like to make a donation they can be sent to: Phyllis Farmer, 106 Tug Ln., Mouth of Wilson, VA 24363. �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Campbell of Statesville; daughters, Kayren Green Pippe and husband, Joseph of Lake Wylie, SC and San­ dra Green Anderson and hus­ band, Jon of Apex, NC; grand­ children, Heather Hasemeyer and husband, Eric, Holly Benfield and husband, Andrew, Erika Lawrence and Philip, Christopher and Amy An­ derson; great-grandchildren, Emma Grace Hasemeyer, Step-Sons, Craig Overton and Danny Overton; Sister, Har­ riet McCampbell Atkinson of Columbia, SC; sister-in-law, Shirley McCampbell; nephew, Gary Atkinson; nieces, Krista Boyce, Stephany Ferguson Mary K. and Tanya Youngblood; greatMcCampbell nephews; Christopher Atkin­ Overton son, Kyle and Dylan Boyce, Grassy Creek Liam and Grayden Ferguson. April 16,1939 Mary K. has left her fam­ October 14, 2007 ily and friends the profound Mary K. McCampbell gifts of creativity, selflessness Overton, 68, of Grassy Creek, and love. She had uniqueness NC, peacefully passed away and an aura of grace, spiritu­ in her home on October 14, ality and strength about her 2007, after a short but coura­ that was admired by all who geous battle with cancer. She knew her. She was highly in­ was born on April 16, 1939 telligent, inquisitive an avid in Chattanooga, TN to Paul reader and ready listener. Clayton and Mary S. Holton Her love of family, the arts McCampbell. and all nature was shown She was a devoted wife to through her daily life. Her her husband, Fred William grandchildren lovingly called Overton, for 24 years. She her "Mamaw Horse" because attended Cool Springs High of her love of her and Fred's School and Massey Business horses. Her close knit family College and was a paralegal. will miss her greatly. She also studied astrology The family received friends and taught dance to many from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Tues­ children. She lived most of day evening at Nicholson Fu­ her life in Statesville where neral Home. A funeral service she worked for the Iredell to celebrate Mary K's life was County Courthouse, Iredell held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, Memorial Hospital and Pope- Oct.. 17 2007 at Providence McMillan Law Firm. In more United Methodist Church, recent years, she worked for 1273 Old Mocksville Rd. with McFarland Publishing Com­ Rev. Ron Karriker officiating. pany and Grady Lonon, At­ Burial followed in the church torney at Law, in Jefferson, cemetery. NC. A local artist, she was The family is . appreciative active in the arts and was a for the kindness and support member of The Blue Ridge of Mountain High Hospice, Art Clan, Ashe County Arts Nicholson Funeral Home and Council, The Highland Cam- Providence United Methodist erata and the Ashe County Church. Choral Society. Memorials may be made to Mary K. was preceded Providence United Methodist in death by her father, Paul Church Cemetery Fund, 1273 Clayton McCampbell and Old Mocksville Rd., States­ very recently, her brother, ville, NC 28625. Paul McCampbell, Jr. Nicholson Funeral Home Survivors include her is serving the family of Mrs. mother. Mary Stephen Mc­ Mary K. Overton. Julie Blanche Miller Baker North Wilkesboro, N.C. December 1,1927 October 13, 2007 Ms. Julie Blanche Miller Baker, age 79 of North Wil­ kesboro, NC died Saturday, October 13, 2007 at Forsyth Memorial Hospital. Mrs. Baker was born De­ cember 1,1927 in Ashe Coun­ ty to the late Wiley and Mary Miller. In addition to her par­ ents she was also preceded in death by her husband, Clar­ ence Baker. Funeral services were held at 11:00 a.m. Friday, October Otho Glendal Lane West Jefferson, N.C. March 9,1922 October 17, 2007 Otho Glendal Lane, bet­ ter known as Glen, age 85, of West Jefferson, NC died Wednesday, October 17, 2007 at Ashe Memorial Hospital in Jefferson, NC. Mr. Lane was born March 9, 1922 in An­ son, Texas to the late Byron Walter and Ola B. Thomp­ son Lane. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Ruby Lee Horton Lane, and a sister, Oneta Fisher. He served in the Army Air Corps in WWII. Mr. Lane worked and was part owner in a hardware store in Texas in his early life. After the war, he worked for many years with McDonnell-Douglas, which is now part of Boeing, as an en­ gineer. He enjoyed golf, yard work, traveling, gospel music, and most of all, his family. He was also a member of the Op­ timist Club. Mr. Lane was an active member of First Bap­ tist Church in West Jefferson, where he served as a Sunday school teacher and deacon. Funeral services were held Sunday, October 21, 2007, at 4:00 p.m. at Ashelawn Memo- * 19, 2007 at the Badger Fu­ neral Home Chapel by Rev. Reeves Jones. Burial followed in the Healing Springs Bap­ tist Church Cemetery. The family received friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Thursday at Badger Funeral Home. Ms. Baker is survived by: two daughters, Marie Combs and husband Henry of Ches­ ter, SC, and Joyce Edsel and husband Danny of Ferguson, NC; a son, Dale Baker and wife Mary of Winston-Salem, NC; four brothers, J.L. Miller, Albert Junior Miller, Harold Miller and Herbert Miller all of North Wilkesboro, NC; eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews also sur­ vive. Flowers are accepted or memorials may be made to the Healing Springs Cem­ etery Fund. You may send email condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. rial Chapel in Jefferson by Rev. Ken Morris. Burial fol­ lowed in Ashelawn Memorial Gardens. The family received friends from 2:30 p.m. until 4:00 p.m Sunday prior to the funeral service at Ashelawn. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's jAssociation of Northwestern NC, PO Box 1066, Asheville, NC 28806; or the Parkinson's Disease Foun­ dation, 1359 Broadway, Suite 1509, New York, NY 10018, or the Ashe Memorial Hospital Foundation, 200 Hospital Av­ enue, Jefferson, NC 28640. Mr. Lane is survived by: his wife, Nettie Kean Lane; three daughters, Susan Bard and husband Michael of Crumpler, NC, Janice Snider and husband Gary of Jamestown, NC, and Glenda Skinner and husband Max of Randalman, NC.; two stepsons, Warren Kean of Lake Norman, NC, and Christopher Kean of Florida. Eight grandchildren, four great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews also survive. You may send condolences to the family through our website www.ashelawn.com. Ashelawn Memorial Chapel is in charge of the arrange­ ments. Michael Wayne Testerman Wilkesboro, N.C. May 5,1978 October 17, 2007 MR. MICHAEL WAYNE TESTERMAN, age 29, of West A Street, Wilkesboro, died October 17, 2007 at Carolina Medical Center. Mr. Testerman was born May 5, 1978 in Wilkes County to Michael Ray and Karen Webb Testerman. Mr. Testerman was a mem­ ber of Shady Grove Baptist Church and a Wilkesboro vol­ unteer fireman. He was in the Carol Ann Osborne Foster Kannapolis, N.C. May 4, 1952 October 13, 2007 Ms. Carol Ann Osborne Foster, age 55 of Kannapolis, NC, died Saturday, October 13, 2007 at her home. Ms. Foster was born May 4, 1952 in Ashe County to Cline and Anna Lou Ashley Osborne. She was preceded in death by her mother, grandmothers Hettie Osborne and Mammie Combs. Carol Gradu­ ated from South Rowan High School in China Grove, NC in 1970. She was previously employed by Eckerd's Drug Store, Kannapolis Real Es­ tate and Olympia computer and Swyntech where she sold industrial computers in North America and Europe. She loved cross-stitching, cro­ cheting and loved visiting an­ tique shops. Funeral services were held Wednesday, October 17, 2007 at 1:30 p.m. at the Warrensville Baptist Church by Rev. Leon Smith. Burial followed in the Ashley Cemetery. The family received friends from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m. prior to tjhe service. Ms. Foster is survived by: her fiancee, Mike Walters of Kannapolis, NC; lier father, Cline Osborne of Kannapolis, NC; a sister, Deborah Lynn Osborne and husband Kimbell of Kannapolis, NC; and three nephews, Bryan, Josh­ ua and Caleb Flowers will be appreci­ ated or memorials may be made to: Ashley Cemetery c/o Darlene Ashley 863 Campbell Rd., Warrensville, NC 28693 or Rogers Park Baptist Church You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. graduating class of 1996 at Wilkes Central High School, and served in Iraq with the U. S. Army. He was preceded in death by his maternal grand­ mother, Ruth Webb and an infant son, Michael Evan Tes­ terman. Surviving are his parents of Wilkesboro, one daughter, Korrah Testerman of Wil­ kesboro; one sister, Heather Testerman of Wilkesboro, paternal grandmother Lucy Testerman of Jefferson and maternal grandfather Bruce Webb of Wilkesboro. Funeral services were held 2:00 o'clock Saturday, October 20,2007 at the Miller Funeral Chapel in North Wilkesboro with the Rev. Hubert Bullis and the Rev. David Sexton of­ ficiating. Burial with military rites by VFW Post 1142 was in Shady Grove Baptist Church Cemetery of Wilkesboro. The family received friends at Miller Funeral Service from 6:00 until 8:00 o'clock Friday night. Lester Joe Gilley Jefferson, N.C. March 24,1920 October 17, 2007 Lester Joe Gilley, age 87, of Jefferson died Wednesday, Oct. 17,2007, at his residence. Mr. Gilley was born March 24, 1920 in Creston, NC, to the late Roby and Margaret Den­ ny Gilley. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife Bertie Perry Gilley, a son Ricky Gilley, and a grandson, Kevin Gilley. Mr. Gilley enjoyed outdoor activi­ ties including hunting ground hogs and gardening. He also loved gospel music. Funeral services were held Saturday, October 20,2007, at 1 p.m. at Ashelawn Memorial Chapel in Jefferson, NC, by Rev. Denton Hart, Rev. Eddie Lewis, and Rev. Glen Woodie. Burial followed in the Burnt Franklin Teddy Tucker Laurel Springs, N.C. May 21, 1933 October 15, 2007 Franklin Teddy Tucker, age 74 of Laurel Springs, passed away Monday, October 15, 2007 at his home, after a brief illness. He was born Sunday, May 21, 1933 in Ashe County to the late John and Virgie Tucker. He was preceded in death by his brother, Howard Tucker and his sister, Mary Rose. He is survived by his wife, Nancy Busic Tucker; a daughter, Sharon Lynn and husband, Tim Richardson of West Jefferson; a son, Stu­ art Franklin and Lisa Miller Tucker of Laurel Springs; also surviving, three grand­ children: Kayla Nicole Rich­ ardson, Ethan Stuart Tucker and Evan Andrew Tucker, 2 brothers, J. M. Tucker and Charles Tucker, both of Lau­ rel Springs. He served his country in the US Army and was sta­ tioned in South Korea, where he aided in the construc­ tion of a military airfield. He was devoted husband, father and grandfather, who loved spending time with his family, gardening, fishing and hunt­ ing with his grandsons and watching his granddaughter play softball. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, October 17, 2007 at Boone Family Fu­ neral Home by Rev. Graylen Blevins and Rev. Dean Shep­ herd. Burial followed in the Double Springs Cemetery in Laurel Springs. The family received friends from 1 til 2 pm on Wednesday, prior to the funeral services at Boone Family Funeral Home. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. School House Cemetery in Creston, NC. The family re­ ceived friends from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday prior to the funeral service at Ashelawn. Mr. Gilley is survived by: three sons, Jerry Gilley of Jefferson, NC, Kenneth Gil­ ley of Taylorsville, NC, and Jimmy Gilley of Lansing, NC; three daughters, Wanda Dollar, Linda Bennette, and Brenda Ham, all of Lansing, NC; a brother, Glenn Gilley of Elkton, MD; a sister, Marie Boyd of Winston-Salem, NC; 14 grandchildren, 16 great­ grandchildren, and four stepgrandchildren. Several nieces and nephews also survive. You may send condolences to the family through our website www.ashelawn.com. 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House Special to the Post North Carolina's popula­ tion is growing rapidly, and my colleagues in the Gen­ eral Assembly and I have worked hard to improve our economy to support this growth and progress. This year's budget included nu­ merous incentives to attract new businesses and protect the entrepreneurs and small business owners in our state. The truth is that most of our North Carolina businesses are small businesses. That's also true here in the high country. Our balanced fi­ nance package offers at least $160 million in tax relief that will benefit low wage earners, small businesses, emerging industries, environmentally friendly industries and farm­ ers. We also provided money to support various sectors of our economy. Thank you for all of your support. Please feel free to contact me if I can be of as­ sistance. Medicaid Our Medicaid relief swap will prove helpful to business­ es owners. By taking over the counties' Medicaid costs in a three-year phase out, there will be less pressure for coun- Rep. Cullie Tarleton ties to rely on property taxes to generate revenue to com­ plete need infrastructure and school improvements. This could mean lower taxes in some counties. Economic Development We set aside $14 million for the One North Carolina Fund to stimulate job growth. The fund was developed to attract knowledge based jobs in high valued-added or nec­ essary sectors of the economy. We also set aside $12.4 mil­ lion for Job Development In­ vestment Grants. These two programs have helped attract 48,000 jobs and $9 billion in investments since 2001. The One North Carolina Small We set aside $1 million Business Fund will receive $4.8 million to provide as­ to promote the viticulture sistance or matching grants industry in North Carolina. for businesses competing for Viticulture is the study and federal research and develop­ production of grapes. North Carolina is the nation's ninthment contracts. The North Carolina Mili­ largest wine producing state. tary Business Center will As I mentioned last week, receive $1.25 million to con­ ASU has a Viticulture and tinue its mission of develop­ .Enology Center on campus The North Carolina Moing businesses spun out from our military bases. The cen­ torsports Consortium will ter works in conjunction with receive $500,000 for curricu­ the North Carolina Commu­ lum development to train a nity College System and state highly skilled motorsports NASCAR is a businesses. The Defense and workforce. Security Technology Accel­ major industry and sport for erator received $1.5 million North Carolina. The North to develop businesses related Carolina Center for Automo­ to homeland security and na­ tive Research will receive $3.5 million. tional defense. The North Carolina Green We gave the Rural Cen­ ter $19 million to expand the Business Fund will receive North Carolina Economic In­ $1 million to provide grants frastructure Fund. The fund to small businesses to further provides grants to local gov­ the growth of biofuels, green ernments and nonprofits, and building, and other environ­ equity investments in private mentally friendly industries. We set aside more than businesses to promote small businesses and entrepreneur- $3 million for marketing and transportation needs for the ship in rural areas. The General Assembly International home Furnish­ appropriated $100,000 for a ings Market in High Point. research and development These funds will help the center for the seamless man­ market compete against a ri­ ufacturing industry. The cen­ val market in Las Vegas. Al­ ter will be a part of the Ho­ though the furniture industry siery Technology Center at isn't what it once was for the Randolph and Catawba com-; high country, we still need to do all we can to protect what munity colleges. we still have here. Taxes We enacted a work oppor­ tunity credit as an add-on to the federal credit as an incentive to businesses that hire disadvantaged workers. Disadvantaged workers in­ clude those who are coming off some sort of public assis­ tance, convicted felons and other groups that find it par­ ticularly difficult to find and keep a job. Small businesses that pro­ vide health insurance to em­ ployees are eligible for a tax credit that both lowers the employers' costs or providing insurance and increases the number of insured people. Business owners who employ 25 or fewer people and pay at least half the premium costs for their workers are eligible for a tax credit for up to $250 a year. This was an issue I campaigned on so I am par­ ticularly happy to see this in­ cluded in our budget. We changed the tax codes so that small businesses can immediately claim tax cred­ its on property and equip­ ment rather than spread it out over several years. It is estimated that with this plan, small businesses will save $36 million yearly. Other changes in the tax code will provide $21 million in sav­ ings. These include tax sav­ ings for software publishers, research and development, research supplies, renewable fuel facility construction and aircraft part makers. We agreed to a phaseout of the sales tax on electricity, the excise tax on piped natural gas and the privilege tax on other fuels used by manufac­ turers and farmers. Expected savings are $10 million in the first year and $20 million in the second year. Real Estate Investment Trusts Companies may not use real estate investment trusts to avoid corporate income tax. Since they are most often used by large multinational corporations, this will help ensure all businesses pay their fair share and that the burden of the corporate in­ come tax is not pushed more heavily onto small business. Notes I am very please that Speaker Hackney has ap­ pointed me to the High School Drop Out Prevention Study Commission. High school drop out is a problem across our state including Watauga and Ashe Counties. I'm very pleased to be part of this im­ portant study commission. Regional drought meetings planned RALEIGH - As drought conditions worsen in North Carolina, state officials have scheduled three regional meetings with local govern­ ments, industries and others to work cooperatively on ways to limit water consumption and stretch public water sup­ plies during one of North Car­ olina's worst-ever droughts. "State agencies are work­ ing directly with communities already experiencing signifi­ cant water supply problems," said Secretary Bill Ross of the N.C. Department of Environ­ ment and Natural Resources. "It is also important for us to work with communities that can still take steps to main­ tain and improve water sup­ plies. The drought could last through the winter and good stewardship of our water will be needed to avoid a more widespread water emergency later." The meetings will be held: Oct. 30 at the McKimmon Center for Extension and Continuing Education, 1101 Gorman St., Raleigh; Nov. 1 in meeting room No. 1 of the Greensboro Coliseum's Special Events Center, 1921 W. Lee St.; and Nov. 8 at the Asheville Civic Center, 87 Haywood St. Registration starts at 8 a.m. and the meet­ ings will begin at 9 a.m. and conclude about 1 p.m. The meetings are open to the pub­ lic. The meetings will be aimed at local governments, mu­ nicipal elected officials, public water system operators, com­ munity well users and indus­ tries in areas experiencing severe drought conditions. The meetings will provide valuable information on the status of the drought and offer policy options for conserving water and identifying supple­ mental water sources. State officials aim to provide com­ munities with information that enables them to stretch available water supplies in case North Carolina experi­ ences a prolonged drought. Ross said he hopes that like in 2002, communities will benefit from information provided by state officials and other communities that are responding to the drought. The federal drought map released Thursday showed the drought intensifying as the entire state is now experienc­ ing the three worst categories of drought. Seventy-one coun­ ties - 15 more counties than last week - in the mountains and Piedmont are experienc­ ing exceptional drought, the worst level of drought. The remaining 29 counties are ex­ periencing extreme or severe drought. Carteret, Hyde and Pamlico counties moved from moderate to severe drought. The drought map can be found at www.ncdrought.org. Gov. Easley's repeated re­ quests for communities to conserve water have been well-received in many North Carolina communities during the past several months. In total, 141 public water sys­ tems have enacted voluntary water use restrictions and an­ other 117 systems have put in place mandatory restrictions. About 4.99 million people, or 74 percent of the people served by water systems the state tracks, are subject to water use restrictions. Those communities who have instituted sharp water cutbacks have already result­ ed in reduced water consump­ tion. The following is a list of some of the communities and measures they've taken to conserve water: • The Charlotte-Mecklen­ burg Utilities Department instituted mandatory conser­ vation in late August and en­ acted a full ban on yard wa­ tering and car washing Sept. 26. • The Lenoir Public Utili­ ties Department has placed water conservation tips on the city's Web site and water billing statements. • Officials in Moore County are requiring residential and business customers in Pinehurst and Seven Lakes to cut water usage by 50 percent. • The city of High Point has implemented special wa­ Pick the winner of the rgce & win $20! Be sure to watch the Georgia 500 on Sunday, October 28mand play the NASCAR contest with the Jefferson Post. Please check our Friday, November 2 edition for the winner information on this race. 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When and friendly. Many, however, homelessness. On Thursday, Nov. we went through a string are not. Several bark almost continuously at night. 1, there will be a forum of plant closings several I know it is not the desire years ago, there were cer­ about homelessness at of any pet owners to cause First Baptist Church in tainly working families anyone distress, and I'm sure West Jefferson. Several that went from being sta­ many do not realize the great speakers, including Rev. ble members of the com­ number of neighbors who have very serious illnesses David Blackburn, director munity to teetering on the and desperately need their of Missions, Ashe Baptist brink of homelessness. rest at night. There are cases Campaign for Tobacco-Free Association, Eddie Rash of And now that low-paying of cancer, Parkinson's, brain Kids, a 61-cent increase in service jobs have replaced tumor, fibromyalgia, MS and DSS and Deanna Lewis of the tobacco tax means that those manufacturing posi­ others. The October issue the Northwestern Regional 1,873,000 fewer children will tions, families' vulnerabil­ of Reader's Digest states, Housing Authority, will take up smoking. "The link between sleep and take part, and there will be ity to layoffs and other job health, and bad sleep and dis­ den on the health care sys­ Furthermore, the vast To the Editor: losses is even greater. As a discussion time as well. ease, is becoming clearer and tem as they get older. The sad majority of Members of the I firmly believe Mr. Lewis Lunch, provided by Ashe recent studies have shown, clearer," and, further on, "peo­ reality is that many citizens House and Senate - both has described them correctly Democratic and Republican ple who sleep well live lon­ of Northwest North Carolina Outreach Ministries, will the gap between rich and in referring to them as "ugly poor is growing—and mak­ ger." It is impossible to sleep fit into this category—over -, including Rep. Foxx, are on monsters". I had not driven be available. Those wish­ well when the canine "Halle­ 116,000 in the state of North record in favor of raising to­ 221 from Deep Gap in quite a ing to take part should ing a paycheck meet the bacco taxes. In August, all but lujah Chorus" is going on ev­ Carolina . while, since I no longer have RSVP by calling Dawn basic needs of a family is ery night. During the recent Sadly, my opponent wish­ four House members voted reason to do so, most of my increasingly difficult. for the GOP motion to recom­ Goodman at 246-2461 or months of hot weather, many es to mislead the public into trips are toward Boone, but There is a need for a had to close their windows to thinking that funding SCHIP mit that included an increase Vicky Moody at 977-1427 of 45 cents a pack in the to­ I was definitely surprised by no later than Wednesday, safety net that is there shut out the noise, but it shut relates to the immigration is­ the increase in the billboards when a home burns, a job the heat in, which also made sue or that SCHIP could be bacco tax. October 31, 5:00 p.m. H.R. 3584, the bill my op­ and signs along that main given to adults. Those argu­ it hard to sleep. Anyone can become disappears or other mis­ ponent and 139 Republicans corridor into this county. Not I would like to appeal to all ments are a complete fallacy. only are they an eyesore but homeless overnight— fortunes overtake people. my good neighbors who are The reality that my opponent have co-sponsored, is a purely some of them especially those and there are almost no We believe the commu­ dog owners to PLEASE do all twists is that the age cap for partisan attempt to extend the near the Mulatto Mountain current program that merely resources available here to nity's churches and civic you can to keep the dogs quiet SCHIP enrollment in some road in that blind curve are at night. We have a dog also, states may be raised from allows her to delay the issue a hazard in an already dan­ help them. The primary organizations need to band but we have never allowed 19 to 21 in an effort to help for 18 months. Meanwhile cause is Fire, especially as together to provide this her to bark at night, out of re­ college students to maintain millions of kids remain unin­ gerous area. I don't care that they were placed by a real es­ the heating season begins. important service. health coverage and that all sured. As the housing market tate company or a developer, spect for our neighbors. gets worse and lower-middle Even before the Nov. Families can suddenly go If you are not sure if yours persons receiving coverage income families continue to they are ugly and a hazard from security to not know­ 1 meeting, you can help is an offender, I'd be glad to must be full citizens. College struggle, more kids won't get and definitely need to be re­ ing where to go, through get things rolling. On call you at, say, 4 a.m. and let students are by age, techni­ the care they need. My op­ moved. Are the County Commis­ Saturday, Oct. 27, go by you know. I'll be awake any­ cally, adults, but suffer from ponent calls it a shell game, no fault of their own. the same shortcomings that Wal-Mart and pick up a way, listening to the "music." but I call it a hide-and-seek sioners in Ashe County go­ There are other causes Sincerely, but exhausted, minors do in terms of ability ing to actually do something of homelessness here as barbecue brisket plate. to afford health care. Most game. She wishes to throw up about them or are they go­ a series of false numbers and Linda Gentry students, particularly those well. Domestic violence Proceeds will help meet ing to continue to allow this coming from poor families allegations to hide the fact county and it's roadways to the immediate needs this victims often end up leav­ like I did, can not afford cov­ that millions of children still become another Charlotte?? ing their homes to start winter of displaced people erage on their own, and the need to be covered. Many of I intend to avoid the 221 cor­ new lives. But with limited in Ashe County. plans offered at universities our kids can only be covered ridor since I definitely think and colleges are often expen­ if the program is extended, those billboards are "ugly To the Editor: and H.R. 976 provides this This week my opponent, sive and insufficient. monsters" along with some Virginia Foxx, cast yet an­ The truth is that H.R. 976, extension. My opponent receives the other things coming into other callous vote against the bill my opponent voted Ashe County from Charlotte. the State Children's Health against, contains provisions best healthcare our tax dol­ I think it's a shame when peo­ Insurance Program. Almost to phase out the coverage of lars can buy, but will not ple can't step out their door as distasteful as her vote was parents and childless adults provide the same for our chil­ without seeing a sign adver­ her justification for it. in SCHIP. However, it pro­ dren. We need a representa­ tising something. Yes, indeed As a father, grandfather, vides coverage of pregnant tive in Congress who will lis­ there isn't much left in this and person of faith, this is an women as a new state option ten to the good people of the county that has NOT been issue that I care deeply about. as well as preserving the op­ 5th district and not merely destroyed by developers and SCHIP allows families whose tions to cover pregnant wom­ serve as a microphone for the others from out of this coun­ income is too high to receive en through a state waiver or President, major Pharmaceu­ ty. Please, do designate 221 Medicaid but do not have through regulation. More­ tical and Medical Insurance South a scenic route and get enough resources to pay for over, the bill is fully paid for Companies. rid of the billboards and signs private insurance to be able by raising the tobacco tax by Roy Carter before Ashe County does be­ to purchase insurance for merely 61 cents a pack. The Jefferson come another Charlotte. their children, allowing them higher the cost of cigarettes, Janet Cox Candidate for U.S. to stay healthy from a young the less likely kids will take Todd Congress age and reducing their bur­ up smoking. According to the Regulate billboards! Letters to the Editor Foxx's vote Jefferson There are still some 2007 election races to watch 1.11V/1V Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. 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Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson I imes Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. ^ RALEIGH -The 2007 polit­ ical season in North Carolina may be about half-over - with a couple dozen important vot­ er referenda and several mu­ nicipal races still to be decided next month - but around the country there remain quite a few electoral match-ups get­ ting significant attention from pundits and party activists. The biggest headlines are two notable governor's races in Kentucky and Louisiana (a third governorship up this year, in Mississippi, will be won by incumbent Republi­ can Gov. Haley Barbour). The most likely outcome seems to be a Democratic pick-up in Kentucky and a Republican pick-up in Louisiana, for a net wash in the current 28-22 Democratic edge in governor­ ships. Both races involve problem­ atic incumbents. In Kentucky, the Republican incumbent, Ernie Fletcher, won his pri­ mary against a former Congresswoman, Anne Northup but faces long odds indeed of surviving the general election against Democrat Steve Beshear, the former lieutenant governor (which was pretty much what Northup was warn­ ing during the GOP primary, though not enough voters got the message). One recent poll put Beshear up by 20 points, 55-35, which was actually an improvement for FTetcher from some earlier surveys , hinmnortantwaf tory is not a sure thing. Other that something important was going on in an electorate in­ W h i l e candidates include state Sen. Walter Boasso, a former con­ creasingly disenchanted with t h e r e are some servative Republican turned the Clinton administration sharp dif­ Democrat, and businessman and Democratic Congress. ferences John Georges, a former Re­ Similarly, 2005 brought Dem­ over poli­ publican turned independent. ocratic wins in several local cy issues, The old-line Democrat in the and special elections, serving as a strong indicator of what Fletcher's race is Foster Campbell. Down the ballot a bit, Loui­ was to come a year later. m a i n So if Democrats and Re­ problem siana Republicans are hoping that a strong win by Jindal publicans achieve offsetting is a hiring s c a n d a l will help to propel a GOP wins in 2007, what does that that led takeover of the state House of mean? Perhaps that, political­ ly speaking, things are unset­ to several indictments within Representatives, which cur­ his administration, including rently has a 55-43-2 Demo­ tled - that contrary to 1993-94 cratic majority (including an and 2005-06, there's no wave his own. As for the Louisiana con­ independent and a vacancy). on the horizon. John Hood is president of text, the problematic incum­ Just about everyone concedes that the Republicans will pick the John Locke Foundation. bent - the hapless Kathleen Blanco, a Democrat - isn't up seats, but it may prove a Express your views running again. But her per­ bit much to erase the whole gap in one fell swoop. In keep­ formance during Hurricane The editorial page of the Katrina did a great deal of ing with the theme of partisan Jefferson Post is available, balance, however, Democrats damage to her administration free of charge, for readers and state Democrats. It hasn't have an excellent chance to to express their views. All it helped matters that some for­ offset the GOP victory in Lou­ takes is a letter to the edi­ isiana by capturing the Vir­ mer New Orleans residents tor. The subject of the letters who exited the state after the ginia Senate, which currently should be a matter of com­ storm have yet to move back has 23 Republicans and 17 munity interest ahd should to the state. They were heav­ Democrats. be limited to 700 words. Political junkies get a bad ily Democratic in voter prefer­ Letters must be signed with rap for fixating on off-year an address and phone num­ ence. The result is that Repub­ elections because they are ber for verification purposes. Only the writer's name and lican Bobby Jindal, whom the only games being played, community will be published. Blanco narrowly defeated not because they really mat­ Letters must not be libelous four years ago and was sub­ ter outside of their respec­ and no poetry will be accept­ sequently elected to Congress, tive states. I think the record ed for publication. is the leading candidate to shows that odd political years Please address: To the often produce 'results the replace her. A Louisianan of Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Indian descent, Jindal has a contain harbingers of future Box 808, West Jefferson, NC large lead in a multi-candidate trends. For example, Repub­ 28694 or email to jthompfield but because of the state s lican state and local victories son@jeffersonpost.com. in 1993 were strong indicators odd run-off system, his vic­ I saw. �JEFFERSON POST Rev. Lonnie Archard Miller Millers Creek, N.C. April 30,1919 October 19, 2007 Rev. Lonnie Archard Miller, age 88, of Roten Creek Road, Millers Creek died Friday, October 19, 2007 at Avante at Wilkesboro. Funeral services were held Sunday, October 21, 2007 at 3:30 p.m., at Reins-Sturdivant Chapel with the Rev. Bud Shepherd, the Rev. Sonny Thomas, and the Rev. Dayton Roten officiating. Burial will be in Calvary Freewill Bap­ tist Church Cemetery, Rev. Miller was born April 30, 1919 in Ashe County to Ambrose and Jane Bowlin Miller. He was a retired min­ ister and retired from the Wilkes County School Sys­ tem. Rev. Miller was a mem­ ber of Blue Ridge Pentecostal Assembly. Gene Neil Allen Creston, N.C. August 29,1940 October 19, 2007 Gene Neil Allen, age 67, of Creston, died Friday, October 19, 2007 at his residence. Mr. Allen was born Au­ gust 29, 1940, in Creston, NC, to the late Nathan and Lillian Mahala Allen. He en­ joyed playing rook. Mr. Allen had retired from Charleston Forge. Funeral services were held Monday, October 22, 2007 at 2 p.m. at The Creston Church of Christ by Rev. J.E. Stanley. Burial followed in the Pierce Cemetery. The family received friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Sun­ day, October 21, 2007 at the Church of Christ. Mr. Allen is survived by his wife, Mamie Pierce Allen; two sons, Michael Allen and Gene Edward Allen, both of Cres­ ton, NC; one sister, Betty Sue Gentry of Mt. City, Tenn.; two grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to the family c/o Ashelawn Me­ morial Chapel, PO Box 148, Jefferson, NC 28640. You may send your condo­ lences to the family through our website www.ashelawn. com. Ashelawn Memorial Cha­ pel of Jefferson, NC was en­ trusted with Mr. Allen's ar­ rangements. Aaron Smith Wright Benson, N.C. Died October 19, 2007 Mr. Aaron Smith Wright, 27, of 577 Aquilla Road, died at his home, Friday, October 19, 2007. . A funeral service was held Monday at 11:00 a.m. at Roy­ al-Hall Funeral Home Chapel with the Rev. Curtis Wesley and Mr. Chris Baker officiat­ ing. Burial followed in Grandview Memorial Park. Born in 1980 in Marion, SC, Mr. Wright was the son of the late Patsy Jones Shaw. He was a member of Clifton Baptist Church, Warrensville and a heavy equipment oper­ ator with Carolina Craftsman Construction Company. He is survived by his fa­ ther, Nelson O. Wright of Benson; sister, Kim Blevins of Warrensville; three brothers, Paul Wright of Angier, Ken­ neth Riley and Keith Riley both of Warrensville and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by a sister, Pamela Evelyn Wright. The family received friends Sunday night from 6-8 pm at Royal-Hall Funeral Home and other times at his home. Condolences may be sent through www.royalhallfuneralhome.com. A sister, Irene Miller and a brother, Bill Miller preceded him in death. He is survived by: his wife, Violet June Miller of the home; two sons, Sammie A. Miller and wife Halene, Sigsbee Miller and wife, Jhonda all of Millers Creek; two sis­ ters, Jewel Hardin and hus­ band, Paul, Julus Patrick all of West Jefferson; two grand­ children, Tonya Childress Hatch, Zachary Miller both of Millers Creek and one greatgrandson, Noah Childress of Millers Creek. The family received friends at Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home Saturday from 6 until 8. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to the charity of the donor's choice. Online condolences may be made at www.reinssturdivant.com. Tony Alexander Chavis Todd, N.C. May 11,1955 October 19, 2007 Mr. Tony Alexander Chavis of 238 Crooked Arrow Drive, Todd, died Friday, Oct. 19, 2007 in Ashe Memorial Hos­ pital in Jefferson at the age of 52. Mr. Chavis was born in Scotland County on May 11, 1955 to the late Russell Cha­ vis and Helen Baker Chavis Fowler. He was preceded in death by his sisters, Judy Mc­ Neill and Joan Goodman. He was a member of Spring Hill Baptist Church in Wagram. Mr. Chavis retired from Burl­ ington Industries in 2002. Left to cherish his mem­ ory are his wife, Frances Charlton-Chavis of Todd; two brothers, Russell (Tex) Chavis and his wife Ellen, and Mike Chavis, all of Red Springs; his mother-in-law, Frances Charlton of Nashville, Tenn.; two brothers-in-law, Dorris Charlton III and his wife Lisa of Decatur, Ala., and Ricky Goodman of Red Springs; a sister-in-law, Beth Lindsay and her husband Scott of Brentwood, Tenn.; and sev­ eral nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held Monday, Oct. 22, 2007, at 2 p.m. at Spring Hill Baptist Church, with Rev. Vitaliy Bak and Rev. Raymond Wade of­ ficiating. Burial followed in Antioch Presbyterian Church Cemetery in Red Springs. Memorials may be made to Spring Hill Baptist Church, 24220 Main Street, Wagram, NC 28396. Gardner continued from front page for theAshe County Extension Service as a part-time agent for agriculture and 4-H, and also held positions as general agriculture agent and county Extension director during his 31 years of service. "Chuck was a very pro­ gressive agent who was in­ strumental in the establish­ ment of the Christmas Tree Industry in North Carolina, overseeing the first planting of white pines on the Colvard Farm in 1950 and 1951," states the Memorandum of Understanding. "Cultivated Fraser Fir Christmas trees soon followed with seedlings that were harvested from Mount Rogers and set in Ashe County. He also helped to open a new livestock sale facility, as well as provided his assistance and friendship to the farmers and landown­ ers of Ashe County. He spoke most fondly of the trips he would take his 4-H groups on to the coast showing 'his' kids the ocean for the first time. Upon retirement in 1979, Chuck remained actively in­ volved in agriculture, par­ ticularly the Christmas tree industry. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and gardening. Chuck passed away December 19, 2003 from health complica­ tions due to Parkinson's dis­ ease." His family carries on his love of agriculture and want­ ed to establish this scholar­ ship in his name. Donations toward the scholarship en­ dowment fund include a con­ tribution of $1,200 last week from the Ashe County Wild­ life Club of which Gardner was a founding member. The donation was raised through club funds and special fund­ raisers, and presented by club board member; Truiett Weav­ er and president Gale Elliott. During the meeting new of­ ficers were elected including Rick Roe, president; Danny Laurence, vice president; and Library continued from front page it and she suggested placing it in the memorial garden. The statue is a wonderful reminder of Jacque for Ed because he said she always loved to read and he has pic; tures of her as a girl in pig­ tails and she always loved animals. The book held by the girl has the beginning words to The Lion and the Mouse. "Jacque had that book," Karen said. "How perfect can that be? That adds an extra special touch to the statue." A whimsical addition was made by Chamber Director Beth Dixon when she stuck a "due date" sticker on the bronze book held by the girl. "This will always be a work in progress," said Kar­ en of the memorial garden. "It is a garden that repre­ sents all the Friends who have passed, and donations made in memory of people can be used to spruce up the garden or add to it. We want it to be a place people can rest and read or even use their laptops (the library has wireless capability). People already enjoy using the benches and the path­ way on the hill." Many donations have been received for the garden and for renovation of the li­ brary's kitchen, named "Iris' Kitchen" in honor of Iris Morphew who has served as hospitality chairperson for years for the library. As the library prepares to undergo a major expan­ sion project, with construc­ tion expected to begin in the spring, donations will be welcome for any part of its support. The Friends con­ cluded their regular meet­ ings this month and will re­ sume in February. There are approximately 193 members of the Friends. The public library in West Jefferson is a place for ev­ eryone to feel welcome and enjoy the many opportuni­ ties for reading, using the computers, genealogical re­ search, children's programs, community programs, and much more. "The personal­ ity of the individuals who work and volunteer here is what brings people back," Karen said. "The library draws people in because of the staff. They remember everybody's names and ask after family members. It's that warm personal touch." For more information about the library, call 8462041. Sunday, Octo6er 28 4 pm — 6 pm / Dinner immediately IS; Igjji cries following performance Featuring J.B. Jass • Music starts at 4:00 p.m. • Hors d'oeuvres passed at 5:00 p.m. • Four Course Chefs Choice served Sinqinq OTuf pUiyinq JOZZ at 6:00 p.m. c c • Forty Dollars ($40®) standard tunus, swing and plus alcohol, tax, and gratuity ^Cl(Xcu£s witfl d nCW jTCS finCSS* ° l d F ' e , d PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT River and restaurant ^ House country inn " TUESDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2007 C r e 0 k R ° a d G f a S S y C r e e k ' N C " 3 3 6 " 9 8 2 " 2 1 - ill Ashe Memorial Hospital Mount Jefferson Family Medicine is pleased to announce that Danielle Darter, M.D. joined their practice on October 1, 2007. Dr. Darter is board certified and will be providing a full spectrum of care to her patients, including obstetrics. She is a graduate of the Medical College of Virginia. For further information or to schedule an appointment call Mount Jefferson Family Medicine 336-846-7433. Chuck Spanbauer, secretary/ treasurer. To make a donation to the scholarship endowment, make checks payable to the C.E. "Chuck" Gardner Ag­ ricultural Endowment and mail to NC Cooperative Ex­ tension Service Foundation, NCSU Box 7645, Raleigh, NC 27695-7645. Contributions are tax deductible. Farm continued from front page Orchard Creek Farms into a conservation easement. Clark's contact with James Coman, executive director of the Blue Ridge Rural Land Trust, developed into more than just membership sta­ tus. Clark joined the board of directors and was recently named deputy director to suc­ ceed Coman upon his retire­ ment. Also present at the recep­ tion Sunday in Lansing, Coman congratulated Clark and Burleson for their efforts and their support, and offered a brief history of the Blue Ridge Rural Land Trust. The orga­ nization celebrated 10 years in existence this year, he said, with more than 70 easements currently held and another 17 to 18 expected by the end of the year. Coman said that by early next year, he expects the land preservation total to exceed 10,000 acres. Potential easements include sites along the Watauga/Wilkes county line, a farm in Wilkes and land in Pond Mountain. The Blue Ridge Rural Land Trust is a cultural pro­ tection organization that works through land protec­ tion and preservation, Coman explained. Placing land into a conservation easement protects it from being cut up into small developed lots and helps landowners preserve their lands' historic status. The land can continue to be worked while being protected from development. Guests at the reception included many who have placed their land into con­ servation easements and Coman thanked them for their participation and encouraged others to consider land trust status as well as financial support of the organization. Burleson welcomed the many guests and thanked those who participated in the reception including the cater­ ers and musicians. Among the guests were members of the Blue Ridge Rural Land Trust board of directors. Board President Bill Herring talked about the land trust and its value to the cultural heritage of North Carolina. "You only have to look around on a day like today to see why organi­ zations such as ours are im­ portant," he said, pointing out the beauty of the land in this glorious season. He asked those gathered to continue their support by volunteering their time and efforts, placing land in con­ servation easements, and through financial contribu­ tions. To find out more about the Blue Ridge Rural Land Trust, go online to www.brrlt.org. For more information about the Historic Preservation Foundation of North Caro­ lina, go online to www.PreservationNC.org. Melba is inviting everyone to come and visit at Belinda's Hair Design for Our Fall Specials! Tuesday & Friday: $5°° off all perms and color! BELINDA'S HAIR DESIGN 113 North Main Street • Jefferson, NC 28640 s, 846-7047 r Real Estate Andfcm Saturday October 27 11AM Mountain Lot Dreaming of escaping to the beautiful North Carolina Mountains? The remote feel of the NC Mountains offer solitude and tranquility unlike any other location. This beautiful partially wooded 0.935 acre lot allows you to enjoy nature's beautiful parade of fall colors as well as enjoy a breathtaking view of the North Fork of the New River. This lot has a new septic system and well already installed. This would be an excellent location for your dream mountain get-a-way. Lot is zoned as unrestricted. 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Attention Buyers: Please plan to arrive one hour prior to the auction in order to register and have any last minute questions answered. We will also be auctioning a 32' camper separately on auction day. (fSmiyniiWiiTW Ca// Calvin or Lane a n SSS)4),,*^ /^©aQ@[n] & www.gregoryauction.com for information. (919)894-7700 NCAL #8077 �PAGE 6 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 23, Tuesday - October 23 Women's Tennis Dual Team Playoffs Ashe at West Henderson 3:30 p.m. Thursday - October 25 JV Football at Wilkes Central 7 p.m. Friday - October 26 Varsity Football HOME vs Wilkes Central 7:30 p.m. End of game field by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor With 2.9 seconds showing on the clock, score locked at 21-21, not a seat was occupied at Starmount High School Fri­ day night in the electrifying gridiron match up between the Ashe County Huskies and the Starmount Rams. Follow­ ing a comeback from trailing 14-0, and then a fourth quar­ ter touchdown pass for the Huskies, the score was tied at 21, and Ashe had pieced together a 87-yard drive that ate over five minutes off the clock and featured two thirddown conversions and one fourth-down conversion, the Huskies were able to set up a twenty-five yard field gold at­ tempt for Dakota Price in the closing seconds of the game. Price took over the spot kicking position for the Hus­ kies recently and has made eighteen of twenty-two. extrapoint attempts on the season, and went three for three in the clutch win over the Rams, but had not attempted a field goal this season. Following a timeout by the Huskies with 2.9 seconds, Price lined up his block, signaled to Kelsey Combs, his holder, that he was prepared, the snap was good, hold was good, and Price's kick sailed through the left portion of the uprights to give the Huskies' the necessary three points for the 24-21 vic­ tory. The field goal was the con­ clusion to an up and down for the Huskies. The Rams entered the game fired up for their 2007 Homecoming Cele­ brations and claimed an early 7-0 lead at the end of the first quarter. Following an inter­ ception on the first play of the second quarter, the Rams scored their second touch­ down with a thirty-five yard touchdown run on just their second play from the line of scrimmage to go ahead 14-0. The Husky sideline seemed Women's Tennis NCHSAA Individual State Tournament at Cary Tennis Center Saturday - October 27 Women's Tennis NCHSAA Individual State Tournament at Cary Tennis Center Cross Country NCHSAA Regionals at Hendersonville Jackson Park Men- 1 p.m. Women- 1:45 p.m. This week in Husky sports goal gives Ashe win Post photo by Michael Graybeal This field goal by Dakota Price during the last play of the game gave Ashe the 24-21 victory Friday night. Cross Country finishes kies allowed the men's team to finish fifth as a team in the MVAC standings at the con­ clusion of the race. Jannetta's actions were praised by Coach Ryder fol­ lowing the match as Ryder elaborated: "Niko Jannetta showed real class and sports­ manship by stopping to aide an injured runner back in the woods. We all thank Niko for doing the right thing and making us all proud to be Huskies." The women's race also showed a good performance from the Huskies. With not enough members to count a team score (five finishes re­ quired to post a team score, Ashe ladies only have four members), the Huskies were running for personal position­ ing. Jessica Koontz continued to lead the Huskies, as she has all season, and finished with a personal course record of 25:37 and was closely fol­ lowed by Stephanie Ratliff dismal and silent at this point, but when the offense faced a tough third and long, a third-down conversion pass to Ethan Graybeal gave life to the Huskies. Another pass to Graybeal, and rushes by Da­ vid Grubb, who returned to the Huskies' lineup following a precautionary break last week, the Huskies earned a first down on the Rams' thirty-seven yard line. Daniel Wain brought the Husky fans to their feet with a thirtyseven yard touchdown run on first down, and then Price's extra-point cut the Rams' lead in half, 14-7. Following the touchdown, the Huskies' defense stepped up their pressure against the Rams and only permit­ ted three plays for a total of five yards to force the Rams into punting the ball to re­ turn possession for the Hus­ kies. To open the drive for the Huskies, Daniel Wain connected with Kyle Guyton for a twenty-five yard pass play, which was followed up with two carries by David Grubb for thirty-one yards, and Aaron Scott added an eleven-yard run into the mix. The drive was finalized when Daniel Wain galloped into the endzone on a two-yard quar­ terback keeper touchdown run and the game was tied at 14-14 following Price's extrapoint and the Husky sideline was going crazy. With momentum with the Huskies, the Huskies' defense once again stopped the Rams' offense after only three plays on their next possession, but when the Huskies regained possession, a kneel by the Huskies' offense brought the game to halftime with the score tied 14-14 in what was shaping up to be an electrify­ ing finish. The Huskies' offense had possession to start the second half, but the Rams' defense See Football, page 7 MVAC season strong with a time of 26:07 for 20 spot. Savannah Sheets fin­ ished strong for the Huskies also with a place of 25 and a time of 26:52, and then Mor­ gan Casey rounded out the Huskies with a time of 27:50 for 29 spot. "Jessica Koontz really highlighted her season with a strong course personal record and good effort made leading our girls" commented Coach Ryder regarding the amaz­ ing season of Jessica Koontz who has ran strong for the Huskies, along with her teammates, throughout the season. Ryder also summed up the season with a simple Statement: "Overall a great performance and a honorable finish to conference racing this fall!" The Cross Country Region.als are held this Saturday at Hendersonville Jackson Park and then the State Champi­ onship Meet will be held on November 4 at Tanglewood. Post photo courtesy of Lois Koontz Stephanie Ratliff runs hard on her way to a Top-20 finish at the MVAC Championship and second on the team for the Huskies. Volleyball loses in tournament by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor Post photo courtesy of Lois Koontz Holden Hudler runs hard for the Huskies during a recent meet. Hudler has led the Huskies' Men's team all season as a consistent runner. meet of the year, the MVAC Championships held at Stone As the season draws near Mountain State Park in a close for the Cross Country North Wilkesboro. The MVAC teams, both the Men's and Championship for the Hus­ Women's squad continue to kies highlighted the teams' represent Ashe County with hard work and dedication. great effort and their hard Coach Ryder elaborated: "The number of new course per­ work shows with their fin­ ishes at recent meets. In a sonal records really shows non-conference meet in Clem- the hard work these students mons, NC, the men's squad have put in day in and day competed well in a tough out. A total of five personal field at the Tanglewood In­ records on course along with vite. Holden Hudler contin­ some true characters were ued to lead the Men's' squad shown by the likes of Stepha­ with a first place finish on the nie Ratliff and Holden Hudler Huskies' team with a time make me proud to be coach­ of 20:15 for an over placing ing these runners." of 112 in a large, fast field of At the finish of the race, runners. Sunny Thomas fin­ Holden Hudler once again led ished second for the Huskies the Huskies Men with a over­ with a personal record time of all placing of 15 and a time of 23:55 and was followed up by 20:31, which is a course per­ Niko Jannetta, who also set a sonal record. Orrin Shatley personal record with a 27:07 followed closely for the Hus­ kies just twelve spots back finish. The Men's performance at with a time of 22:05, and then the Tanglewood Invite was Andy Widner followed for the summed up with the com­ Huskies in an overall plac­ ment by Coach James Ryder's ing of 33 with a time of 22:33, comments. "The Men's team which was another personal represented Ashe County course record. Sunny Thomas with pride on Saturday with a crossed the finish line next large field and very fast com­ for the Huskies in 46 place petition, but the team held its with a personal course record own. Two of the four runner time of 25:37. The final Husky set new personal records," runner to cross the finish line commented Ryder. "I can't ask had an unusual high time due for much more when running to an act of unselfishness and against over 100 guys. These good sportsmanship. Dur­ big meets held our team get a ing the race, a runner from sense for where we are head­ an opposing team had fallen ed," continued Ryder, and he to the side of the course and ended with: "We are looking Niko Jannetta stopped to as­ forward to this event next sist the runner sacrificing his time and finishes for the year!" The next event for the good of the fellow runner. The Huskies was the final MVAC combined scores for the Hus- by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor As the regular season drew to a close for the Hus­ kies volleyball team, the Hus­ kies were unsure if they'd re­ ceive a spot in the NCHSAA Tournament, and after a loss in the MVAC Tournament at North Surry, the Huskies only hope would be a wildcard berth. The Huskies wish for a wildcard was granted when the brackets were released on Thursday. The Huskies wild­ card slotted them in a match on the road Saturday at Newton-Conover High School in a repeat of last year's first round of the NCHSAA Tour­ nament. Last year, the Red Devils narrowly escaped the Huskies with a victory in game five to advance to the second round. This year, the Red Devils were able to ad­ vance to the second round again, but this time requiring only three games as NewtonConover won the match three games to none. Despit,e the uneven gcore, the Huskies were in every game and lost all three games by five points or less. Follow­ ing the match, Coach Laura Foster commented: "The girls played right with them throughout the entire match. They played with great effort and played hard." The Huskies found them­ selves in an early hole in game one after the Red Devils jumped out to an early 14-9 lead. Ashe would battle back Post photo by Michael Graybeal Caitlin Elliot goes up for a defensive block on Saturday dur­ ing the Huskies' match at Newton-Conover High School. Post photo by Michael Graybeal Larken Mikeal wins a point for the Huskies with this offen­ sive play at the net during the Huskies match in the NCH­ SAA Tournament on Saturday. and tie the score at 16-16, but then the Red Devils would go on a run to earn a five-point lead, 22-17, and then would eventually win the game 2520 to go ahead one game to none. The Huskies woke up in game two and gave the Red Devils a tougher fight. Fol­ lowing a five-point rally to open the game, back-to-back kills by Caitlin Elliot gave the Huskies their first two points of the game. The Red Devils then extended their lead to 10-2, but a timeout by the Huskies allowed the team to regroup and was able to re­ gain their composure. Good team play by the Huskies al­ lowed them to narrow the Red Devils lead to only two points, with the score 15-13 in favor of Newton-Conover. A few er­ rors by Ashe allowed NewtonConover to extend their lead to 22-17, but then Ashe would rebound and brought the game within two points, but then Newton-Conover would take the victory in game two with a final score of 25-22. In game three, the Hus­ kies had to step up and win the game to keep the match going. In the clutch, the Hus­ kies picked up their game and gave the Red Devils a run for the victory of the game. However, the Red Dev­ ils were able to pull ahead very late in the game to narSee Volleyball, page 7 \ �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2007 PAGE 7 SPORTS • Football continued from page 6 stopped the Huskies in three plays to set up a punting situ­ ation. On fourth down, the Huskies had two yards re­ maining for the first down, the Huskies sent the punt­ ing unit onto the field. With a high snap by the Huskies center, punter Dylan Brown was sent scrambling to re­ cover the loose ball. Brown scooped the ball up to save the touchdown for the Rams, but was brought down on the Huskies' five-yard line for the turnover on downs. The Rams enjoyed the excellent field po­ sition and scored their third touchdown of the game on the first play to go ahead 21-14 with right at ten minutes re­ maining in the third quarter. Starmount's third touch­ down turned the game into a defensive battle. Ashe's next possession resulted in a punt after only three plays, and then Starmount also experi­ enced a short possession and also punted back to the Hus­ kies. The punt by the Rams and Nick May moved the ball downfield with a crowd pleas­ ing thirty-three yard catch. The Huskies worked the ball down to the Rams' two-yard line where Daniel Wain con­ nected on a pass to Nick May for a two-yard touchdown re­ ception and the Huskies si­ lenced the Rams' crowd when they tied the score 21-21 with eleven minutes remaining in the game. Ashe's defense took control of the game as they forced the Rams' offense into a turnover on downs and then a punt with 5:21 remaining in the game. The punt placed the Huskies offense at their own five-yard line to start their drive. The drive started with David Grubb picking up thir­ teen yards on three carries and then a large twentyeight yard carry for Daniel Wain to move the ball out to the thirty-one yard line (the Huskies were penalized ten yards on Wain's run). On first down for Ashe, the Huskies Post photo by Michael Graybeal Brandon Rhinehart stiffarms the Ram defender to cut up field for additional yards on this carry. backed the Huskies up to their own twelve-yard line to start their drive. David Grubb tallied thir­ ty-one rushing yards on the next drive for the Huskies, Volleyball continued from page 6 rowly win 25-23. To open the game, Ashe jumped out to a quick 9-4 lead, but NewtonConover would eventually tie the score at 12-12. The teams traded points till the Huskies pulled away with a slight 1916 lead, but Ashe was not in the clear yet. A small run by Newton-Conover would bring them into the lead, 22-21, but a kill by Caitlin Elliot would bring the score to 2322 in favor of the Red Devils. Newton-Conover would score two unanswered points to fi­ nalize the heated game three with the final score of 25-23 to win the match three games to none. The victory over the Huskies advanced NewtonConover to the second round of the NCHSAA Tournament. The Red Devils will host East Henderson this evening in the second round. MVAC teams that advanced to the second round of the tourna­ ment include Forbush, Starmount, and North Surry. The Pioneers from Watauga, who are competing in the 4A- West bracket, defeated McDowell 3-1 to advance to the second round against Grimsley High School. The match will be held at Watauga due to the Pioneers winning the North­ wester Conference. The Huskies are losing one senior this year, the team's captain, Larken Mikeal. Coach Foster stated: "We hate to lose Larken, she is a key player on the team but looking ahead to next season, things are looking bright. We were a young team this year, and every player has grown and improved throughout the season." The Huskies finished the season with a final record of 7-14 during this growing year for the team. Next season looks to be promising behind superior play at the net by Kim McNeil, Caitlin Elliot, Annie Hegar, and other Hus­ kies. Also, the Huskies are hoping to add Kendra Yearick back into the mix after she has missed the entire season due to an injury and repair offense went to the air with a first down reception by Ethan Graybeal, followed with a thirteem-yard run by Grubb, and then another first down reception by Graybeal, on a surgery and then an experi­ enced back line and a group of consistent servers give the Huskies a promise of a suc­ cessful season. Possible re­ turning players for the Hus­ kies include: Kim McNeil, Natasha Faw, Sara Bumgar- same time, the North Surry Greyhounds will be playing the Starmount Rams in an­ other important game. With an upset by the Rams, and an upset by the Huskies, the tie breaker between the Huskies and Wilkes Central would go to the Huskies due to head-tohead records. However, a vic­ tory by Ashe and a victory by North Surry would create a three-way tie atop the MVAC leader board. The game next week also carries another weight be­ Post photo by Michael Graybeal Daniel Wain gallops Into the endzone for his second rush­ ing touchdown of the contest to allow the Huskied to tie the Rams 14-14 in the second quarter. fourth and long, moved the ball down to the Rams' thirty-, five yard line. Wain looked to have a scoring run when he broke around the right side of the good blocking by the Huskies' offensive line for a twenty-yard run down to the Rams' fifteen-yard line. Af­ ter two running plays, Ashe moved the ball down to the eight-yard line with the clock ticking down under ten sec­ onds. With only one timeout re­ maining, Coach Strong want­ ed to preserve the timeout for the final play of the game. Strong called a passing play at went for the touchdown on third down. With the pass play, an incomplete pass stops the clock, which was benefi­ cial to the Huskies, but yet a completion would mean the victory. On third down, the pass by Wain was tipped by the Rams' defense and fell incomplete and immediately the coaching staff for Ashe called a timeout to set up the special teams. For the first time in his ca­ reer, Dakota Price set up his block on the right hash mark of the field, and also for the first time, he would attempt a kick longer than twenty yards in the game. The timeout con­ cluded and Price signaled the holder Combs he was ready and once the snap was down sent the ball through the up­ rights to give Ashe the 24-21 victory after the three points were added to the scoreboard with no time remaining on the clock. The victory for Ashe was a tough come from behind victory. Ashe persevered two deficits in the game, once from two touchdowns down, then another comeback from one touchdown to place them­ selves in a position to win the game in the closing minutes. The victory for Ashe places them in position to contend for the Mountain Valley Con­ ference Title. On Friday eve­ ning, Wilkes Central was able to squeak by North Surry in another key conference game to potentially benefit the Huskies. This upcoming week, the Wilkes Central Ea­ gles, who remain unbeaten in MVAC play travels into Hus­ ky Stadium for a game that could potentially determine the MVAC Champion. If the Huskies defeat the Eagles, the two teams would be tied for first in the MVAC. At the sides the potential of deter­ mining the conference title. The game is the last home game of the regular season for Ashe and will serve as Senior Night. In the poten­ tially final home game for the Huskies' seniors, they will be recognized prior to the game. Come out Friday and support the Huskies and cheer them on to a potential conference championship and salute the seniors for their dedication to Husky Football. Game time is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. of Jefferson prese"ts the ATHLETE of the WEEK Our Athlete of the Week, Daniel Wain, is a junior member of the Huskies Football Team. Wain rushed for 123 yards and also 1 ' passed for 135 yards accounting for all three Husky touchdowns in the 24-21 victory over Starmount \ last Friday night. Congratulations Daniel Wain!!! Daniel Wain EH Stop by r/fct/ide&i each week and check out our latest Athlete of the Week! 2Steak Biscuits .22 Mountain Village Shopping Center • 846-5504 • Ask about delivery • 846-5504 L * ' Premium Brand. Affordable Price. ner, Carmen Wagner, Caitlin Elliot, Paige Matheson, Annie Hegar, Kendra Yearick, Hill­ ary Bowlin, Callie Barker, and Jessica Walker. Congratulations to the Huskies, on a successful and exciting season! Indoor Soccer League Registration MS 170 Chain Saw *1799? Friday, October 26: 5- 7 p.m. Saturday, October 27: 9 a.m. till Noon at State Drywall (in Warrensville) Ages: 2nd grade thru 8tlTgrade Cost: 1 Kid: $40 2 Kids: $70 3 Kids: $95 For more info, call 336-877-7994 or 336-877-4262 Ashe Youth Basketball League Registration For Boys and Girls in 3rd through 6th grade Saturday, October 27 9 a.m. till Noon BG 55 Handheld Blower $13995 Designed for occasional wood-cutting tasks around the home Primer bulb and throttle lock ensure fast starts Adjustable tube length Includes many of the excellent design features of our professional models Comes with a 2-year limited homeowner warranty FREE Carrying Case MS 290 STIHL Farm Boss 16" bar Our most popular modelthe name says it all! Side access chain tensioner and IntelliCarb"' compensating carburetor With purchase of MS 180 C-B/180 C-BE. 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Call Freedom Homes Wilkesboro 336-9732335. • House in the country. Ashe Memorial Hospi­ Baldwin community, tal is seeking a two Todd. 2 story, 7 room full-time Labor & Office Hours house. 3 bedrooms up­ Delivery RNs. The stairs, living room, Monday - Friday individual must be a kitchen, dining room, 8 am - 5 pm RN registered by the 310-Musical • bath, bedroom down state of North Carolina, •CJ M .1 r#»cf stairs, wrap around CLASSIFIED current, CPR certifica­ Grands - Consoles covered porch, spring DEADLINES tion, 2 years practi­ new & rebuilt - We house with running cal lease, buy, move, tune, cold water and a gar­ RENTERS!! tired of Tuesday's paper labor & delivery and paying rent? Govern­ refinish & rebuild den spot, remodeled 7 (Friday 9:00 am) post partum nursing ment backed loans!! pianos years ago with new Friday's paper experience and previ­ Easy financing... Low Acme - Piano Man windows and siding. (Wednesday ous computer expe­ interest New Genera­ 800-745-3950 Absolutely no animals rience preferred. Salary 9:00 am) tion Homes of Wilkes­ allowed. Call 276-628commensurate with 330-Pets boro 336-973-4462 2472. 7:30 a.m - 4 p.m. experience, good IMPORTANT Nights and weekends Did you know that if benefits and excellent 530-Lots & INFORMATION 276-623-9580. Ask for you are giving away working conditions. Acreage Bob. an animal or item , In the case of an error Mail resume to Human you can list it for free Do you have a lot on our part, credit will Resources, Ashe Me­ pruce Hill Apts Appli­ in the Classifieds. or acreage for sale? be given for the first morial Hospital, cations are now Call 846-7164 for List it in the Jefferson incorrect run only. The 200 Hospital Ave., being accepted for more information Post Classifieds. Jefferson Post is Jefferson, NC 28640 Housing for Call 336-846-7164 not responsible for or fax resume to Senior Citizens Free kittens 3 males, 1 to place your ad. incorrect copy submit­ (336)846-0706 or at Spruce Hills white and gray, 1 to hr@asheted by the advertiser email Apartments in silver-blue, 1 long 1075-Handy Man memorial.org Visit or for typographical West Jefferson, NC haired tabby. Call errors which do not our website at 'One bedroom, 877-2649 Young man looking for lessen the value of the www.ashememorial.org unfurnished energy sheet rock work, with for more details about Two cheerful beautiful ad. efficient apartments some experience.the position. parakeets, large bird 'Handicapped 384-9247 or 620-1421. cage, books, toys, Charges accessible Lawson Support food. Retail $150, sale Rates depend on size 'Rent based on 1195-Legals Services is seeking price $75. 336-877of ad and number of applicants income STATE OF NORTH qualified professionals 4890 or 336-977-6371. runs. Please call Section 8 assistance CAROLINA with a four year college Classified Dept. IN THE GENERAL degree and experience 350-Wanted to for information. COURT OF JUSTICE in MH,DD,SA services. Buy Or Swap Mail orders should be Full time and part time available positions available, sent with payment to: GRUBB SUPERIOR COURT Salary DOE and excel­ LOGGING DIVISION lent benefits. Call Sus­ Classified Advertising Wants to buy large ASHE COUNTY an at (336)372-6083 or The Jefferson Post or small tracts of 877-550-2911. PO Box 808 timber. ALSO: BEFORE THE CLERK For more information, West Jefferson; NC Land with or Call 336-246-9163 28694 Need a new job? TDD# 1-800-735-2962 File No. 07- E - 246 without timber. Look in (We accept personal Call: Jim Grubb The Jefferson Post 500-Mobile EXECUTOR'S check, Visa or 336-877-2330 Classifieds! NOTICE Homes for Sale Master Card) Old barns and chim235-Christmas neys in Ashe Co., will Having qualified as Ex­ ARE YOU LOOKING Telephone: remove. 336-877ecutor of the Estate of Trees FOR A GOOD (336) 846-7164 3124. Charles Edward Curry, DEAL? Fax: For sale : Fraser Fir Jr., deceased of Dade One ton truck with Check out the ads (336) 846-7165 Christmas trees #1 and County, Florida, this is dump bed. 336-877in the Classified better: 125 9-10 foot, to notify all persons 3124. section. • e-mail: 700 8-9 foot. 336-877having claims against classified® 5158 or 336-977-6705. Check Out the the Estate of said, jeffersonpost.com 380-Trucks & Ask for Edward Charles Edward Curry, Web: 4x4s for Sale Hartzog. Jefferson Post for www.jeffersonpost.com Jr., to present them to 2002 Dodge Dakota, the undersigned on or Fraser Fir Christmas the latest deals on 30-Special 4x4, extra cab, V-8, before February 11, Trees available in all CD, AC, Cruise. Great 2008 or this notice will Notices sizes. Call for Pricing Mobile Homes by truck. $13,500. Call be placed in bar of their 336-877-7167 If you have left 336-384-1047. recovery. All persons, Local Dealers pictures with us firms and corporations 260-Garage/Yard PLEASE remember to SHOPPING FOR A FALL SPECIAL: 1400 indebted to said Estate Sales come in and pick 4X4? sq ft home. 3 or 4 bed­ will please make imme­ them up. Keep Checking the rooms.... 2x6 exterior diate payment. YARD SALES THANKYOU Classified Ads. walls thermopane win­ Advertise your yard Jefferson Post dows.. crown molding., Charles Edward Curry, sale in this space. 430-Rooms, leaded glass front door III, Fiduciary PUBLISHER'S NOTICE: Apts., Houses All real estate advertising elevated roof pitch with 12831 S.W. 43rd Ave., 1 time $9.50 in this newspaper is sub­ 12 inch eaves!!! One Apt. 147-A For Rent 2 times — $15.00 ject to the Fair Housing Act piece fiberglass tubs Miami, Florida 33175 which makes it illegal to 2 bedroom mobile only $54,900.00 set advertise any preferences. Copy and payment home on private lot and delivered with pier Stephen R. Berndt Limitation or discrimination have to be in our based on race, color, with deck and view of footersll! BEST deal in Attorney at Law office by these religion, sex, handicap, new river, $45Q/mo. 3 counties.... New Gen­ 379 New Market Blvd., financial status or national deadlines: plus deposit and refer­ origin Includes children un­ eration Homes 336- Ste. 3 der the age ol 16 living with ences. 982-2266 or 973-4462. Boone, NC 28607 Tuesday Edition parents or legal custodians, 982-2908. prognant women & people Friday by 9 am IN THE GENERAL First time home buy­ securing custody of chil­ Friday Edition COURT OF JUSTICE dren under 18. This news­ Available to rent Febru­ ers!!! Government Wednesday by 9 am paper will not knowingly OF NORTH CAROLI­ ary 10-17, 2008. For backed loans!! No accept any advertising for NA SUPERIOR Daytona week. St. Au­ down payments. Doulogal estate which is in Two inch space for COURT DIVISION violation of the law. Our gustine Beach Resort blewidesModularsthe above costs. readers are here by ASHE COUNTY town house. 2 bed­ Land home Informed that all dwellings 07 SP 95 room, sleeps 6, with packages...Turn key advertised In this newspa­ 280-Household per are availablo on equal fully equipt kitchen. 51 New Generation opportunity basis. To com­ Goods miles or 1 hour to inter­ Homes of Wilkesboro IN THE MATTER OF plain of discrimination call THE FORECLOSURE HUD toll-free at Used washer and dryer national speedway in 336-973-4462 OF A DEED OF 1-800-669-9777. good working condi­ Daytona Beach. $1200 For sale by owner 1987 The toll-telephone number TRUST EXECUTED tion. $150/set. Must or will sell floating time for tho hearing impaired is 14x60, 2 bed, 1 bath, BY JERRY L. SHEP­ 1-800-927-9275. buy together. 246- share week for $9,900. $3500 good condition. HERD DATED OCTO­ 336-877-8842. 2855. 977-2265 Jason, or BER 26, 2006 AND 40-Lost & Found RECORDED IN BOOK (336)838-5285 Mark. 300356 AT PAGE 969 IN Have you found an Miscellaneous Homes! Homes! THE ASHE COUNTY animal or item? Have Homes! Financing! Fi­ PUBLIC REGISTRY, you lost a favorite pet BUYING OR nancing! STOP rent­ NORTH CAROLINA or item? Advertise it in SELLING? ing BUY NOW!! Low the Jefferson Post for BANK ON THE interest rate Govern­ NOTICE OF SALE FREE. Ad will run JEFFERSON POST ment backed Loans! for 2 weeks. CLASSIFIEDS. New Generation Pursuant to a Court or­ Call 846-7164 Homes of Wilkesboro der and under and by For SALE 336-973-4462. Solid Oak OIHausen virtue of the power and 60-Cards of Pool Table. Three I have 8 clearance authority contained in Thanks & piece Marble Top. models that must go. the above-referenced Memorials All accessories Save thousands, new deed of trust and be­ included.$1500.00 You credit programs, land cause of default in the Commercial or residen­ move! Call 4 more info. home packages, modu- payment of the secured tial cleaning. For more Jamie 336-384-1121 lars, double wides and indebtedness and fail­ information call single wides. Get your ure to perform the stip­ 977-1599 or 977-4933. 336-620-2915 new home for Christ­ ulation and agreements 80-Places to Go mas. Call Big George therein contained and, For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. 336-981-4194 or 336- pursuant to demand of 7 day, 6 night Disney Shotgun Reloading 902-6372. Please the owner and holder area stay. Two adult Press, 20 GA. $75 of the secured debt, leave message. tickets.- Paid $750, Call 336-877-0159 the undersigned substi­ sacrifice $290. Good NEW GENERATION tute trustee will expose for one year. HOMES... WHERE for sale at public auc­ 336-205-0116. CONSTRUCTION tion to the highest bid­ COUNTS! Quality 2x4 der for cash at the usu­ 100-General construction through al place of sale at the | Our Classifieds reach Services out our homes!! 40% county courthouse of more lumber in our said county at 1:00 PM PIANO SERVICE ; everyone in the county? homes!!! Come and on October 24, 2007 Call for free see for yourself!! 5 year the following described estimate j Let our Classified Ads warranty with every real estate and any Larry Carmichael home we sell offering other improvements 336-372-4247 ; go to work for you! j the finest manufactured which may be situated home in Wilkesboro thereon, in Ashe Coun­ ; Call us at 336-846-7164. I 140-Help Wanted 336-973-4462. ty, North Carolina, and being more particularly DRIVERS - CDL A: F/T, $50K + full bene­ fits. No touch loads, Sell It! new tractors. 4 open­ Buy It! ings! Lily Transporta­ Fix It! tion: 800-248-5459 X346. EOE Call CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING DID YOU KNOW? 4 Appalachian Ski Mtn. If you are a dedicated, responsible person then Appalachian Brian Estates is looking for you. Our Dietary De­ partment has openings for Full-time and Parttime workers. Must be able to work some weekends and some week days. Only seri­ ous applicants apply in person at 163 Shadowline Dr. Boone NC. EOE J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 C/onnif in/•• moke "CV///s" "Celtin moke I >i •Horn" 8467164 Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! Call 8467164 Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! Call 8467164 Sell It! Buy It! Fix It! Call 8467164 is now taking applications from enthusiastic, customer service oriented individuals for fulltime seasonal employment for the upcoming ski season beginning November 16th. Applications are being accepted for the following areas: Snowmaking Reservations Nursery Office Security Ski Shop Equipment Rentals Restaurant Ice Skating Lift Operations Gift Shop Terrain Park Ticket Cashiers That certain lot of par­ cel of land situated in the City of Jefferson, Jefferson Township, Ashe County, North Carolina and more par­ ticularly described as follows: Being lot Nos. 102, 103,104, and 105 of the H.F. Cook Property in or near the Town of Jefferson, North Caroli­ na, as shown on plat of the same prepared by Earl L. Caudill, Regis­ tered Land Surveyor, which plat is recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County in Plat Book No. 2, at Page 33, to which recorded plat reference is hereby made for specific loca­ tion and description of said lots, and said plat being by reference, made a part of hereof. And Being more com­ monly know as: 206 Dogwood Circle, Jefferson, NC 28640 The record owner(s) of the property to be of­ fered pursuant to this notice of sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance "AS IS, WHERE IS". Neither the Trustee nor the holder of the note secured by the deed of trust, being foreclosed, nor the officer, direc­ tors, attorneys, employ­ ees, agents or author­ ized representative of either Trustee or the holder of the note make any representa­ tion or warranty relating to the title or any physi­ cal, environmental, health or safety condi­ tions existing in, on, at or relating to the prop­ erty being offered for sale. Any and all re­ sponsibilities or liabili­ ties arising out of or in any way relating to any such condition ex­ pressly are disclaimed. This sale is made sub­ ject to all prior liens and encumbrances, and unpaid taxes and assessments including but not limited to any transfer tax associated with the foreclosure. A deposit of five percent (5%) of the amount of the bid or seven hun­ dred fifty dollars ($750.00), whichever is greater, is required and must be tendered in the form of certified funds at the time of sale. This sale will be held open ten days for upset bids as required by law. Following the expiration of the statu­ tory upset period, all remaining amounts are IMMEDIATELY DUE AND OWING. Failure The onset of eye disease may not be as visible as the to remit funds in a time­ ly manner will result in a Declaration of Default and any deposit will be frozen pending the out­ come of any re-sale. SPECIAL NOTICE FOR LEASEHOLD TENANTS: If you are a tenant residing in the property, be advised that an Order for Pos­ session of the property may be issued in favor of the purchaser. Also, if your lease began or was renewed on or af­ ter October 1, 2007, be advised that you may terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days written notice to the landlord. You may be liable for rent due under the agreement prorated to the effec­ tive date of the termi­ nation. appearance of new wrinkles. An eye doctor can spot the early warning signs of vision problems like glaucoma and macular degeneration, as well as other serious health conditions such • as diabetes and hypertension. Early detection is key. For men and women over 40, it might be wise to look into your eyes. For more information, visit checkyearly.com. A public service message from Vision Council of America and AARP. Local news is just a click away jeffersonpost.com This date of this Notice is October 10, 2007. Grady Ingle Substitute Trustee 8520 Cliff Cameron Drive, Suite 300 Charlotte, NC 28269 (704)333-8107 http://shapiroattorneys. com/nc Classifieds Work! Call us at 846-7164 Margate Health & Rehab Has the following Positions available: 7 am to 3 pm RN Supervisor Experience Preferred Sign on Bonus Available 3 pm to 11 pm Certified Nursing Assistant Interested parties send resume or apply in person. Director of Nursing Phone- 336-246-5581 Fax - 336-246-5997 540 Waugh Street Jefferson, N.C. 28640 Apply in person at the Main Office on the lower level of the lodge 9am-4pm, Monday-Friday Jefferson's Gateway to Extraordinary Living Come See the Difference! The power to make it better. Check Yearly See Clearly.11 www.checkyearly.com Wilkes Community College Garden/Grounds Technician For more Information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu c/3GS>-~-9 OPEN HOUSE !!! ONE DAY ONLY!!! Now Hiring: CREW MEMBERS For our BOONE store! Tar Heel Capital, one of the largest Wendy's franchises in the chain, has openings for crew members in its Flagship store in Boone, Earn up to $8 /hr. While you learn the restaurant business! Local positions are also available Thursday, 10/25/07 10 am - 4pm Wendy's BOONE, NC ITS BETTER HERE! hwarren@Tarheelcapital.com Harry Warren P.O. Box 1581 �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2007 PAGE 9 COMMUNITY NEWS Sean Curran Dance Company coming to Boone Nov. 9 Boone, NC—- Appalachian State University's 2007-08 Performing Arts Series will present the Sean Curran Dance Company at 8pm on Friday, November 9 at Farthing Auditorium on the campus of Appalachian State University. This performance is presented in partnership with Appalachian's Depart­ ment of Theatre and Dance, and is presented as the head­ line concert of the North Car­ olina Dance Alliance's 2007 annual conference. S|an Curran spent two years incubating his company at New York City's Danspace Project, paying dancers with subway tokens for rehearsals and dinners for performances. But in 1997. Curran decided it was time to grow up organiza­ tionally, to pay the dancers in real money and to create the Sean Curran Company. Since those modest beginnings, the company has toured through­ out the, United States and Europe, and has developed a reputation for creating a strong sense of community in the classroom and on stage, while attending to the vis­ ceral expression of emotions, musicality, clarity and craft. The company's first ma­ jor commission came in .1997 for a piece he entitled "Folk Dance for the Future." Until then, Serin Curran, who be­ gan his dance training with traditional Irish step dancing, had resisted using his Irish voice in the pieces he created. "Folk Dance for the Future" marked the beginning of Curran's incorporation of his Irish background into his cho­ reographic works. A graduate and guest fac­ ulty member of New York University's Tisch School of activities, presented in part­ nership with Appalachians Department of Theatre and Dance and the Hayes School of Music and with support from the North Carolina Dance Alliance. These resi­ dency activities, which are open to the public, will take place on November 7 and 8 and will include workshops on Gender Learning and Body Percussion as well as a lec­ ture-demonstration program. For additional details about these events, call S28-2626084, ext. 100, or visit www. pas.appstate.edu/curran.php. The 2007-08 Performing Arts Series is a presentation of Appalachian State Univer­ sity's Office of Arts and Cul­ tural Programs. The mission of the series is to support the teaching mission of Appala­ chian State University by pre­ senting a diverse array of mu­ the Arts, Curran began his dance training as a young boy in Boston, Massachusetts. He went on to make his mark on the dance world as a leading dancer with the Bill T. Jones/ Arnie Zane Dance Company, and was an original member of tiie New York City cast of the Off-Broadway percussion extravaganza STOMP, a posi­ tion he held for four years. Curran has received nu­ merous awards and honors, including a New York Dance and Performance Bessie Award, a choreographer's fel­ lowship from the New York Foundation for the Arts and a designation as one of Irish America magazine's Top 100 Irish Americans. Prior to their November 9 performance, members of the Sean Curran Dance Company will be on campus conducting a series of free educational A Lawn Care, Inc. I Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and part time residents of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. CALHOUN CLEARING & GRADING • Road Construction • Water Gardens & Landscaping • Foundations • Drainage/Erosion Control • Land Clearing the arts in our region, includ­ ing: The Mountain Times, All About Women magazine, the High Country Press, the Win­ ston-Salem Journal, Charter Media, Mountain Television Network. Mix 102.3. 100.7 MacFM. WFDD 88.5, WDAV 89.9, WETS 89.5,WNCW 88.7 and WASURocks 90.5FM. Tickets to the November 9 performance by the Sean Cur­ ran Dance Company are $18 for the general public, $16 for seniors. ASU faculty and staff and $10 for students and chil­ dren. Ticket prices increase at the door on show nights. For tickets or information, call the Farthing Auditorium Box Office at 800-841-ARTS(2787) or 828-262-4046, or visit www. pas.appstate.edu. Farthing Auditorium is located at 733 Rivers Street, and box office hours are 10am-5pm, Mon­ day-Friday. car LAWN SERVICES m LAWN CARE /"Northwest sic, dance and theatre events designed to enrich the cultur­ al landscape of the campus and surrounding region. By creating memorable perfor­ mance experiences and relat­ ed educational and outreach activities, the series promotes the power and excitement of the live performance experi­ ence; provides a "window on the world" through the art­ istry of nationally and inter­ nationally renowned aitists; and showcases some of the finest artists of Appalachian State University's campus community and the surround­ ing region. The Performing Arts Se­ ries would be unable to jiresent and publicize its wide range of extraordinary pro­ gramming without critical support from a group of out­ standing media sponsors that are dedicated to promoting n "Since 1989" Thomas Reed - Owner 336-246-3434 445 Wade Vannoy Dr. • West Jefferson, NC/ i H&J Lawn Services Lot Maintenance ** Minor Landscaping FREE ESTIMATES Serving Ashe & Alleghany Counties Senior Citizens Discounts FREE ESTIMATES Serving Wilkes and 9464 Hwy16N> Grassy Creek, NC 28631 Surrounding Counties 336-982-4651 V 336-385-8563 ASHE COUNTY ROOFING 2 S Years Experience Licensed in Mirth Carolina & VA install ninfm^ of all kinds Hoof Painting: Insured ic ALL Work Guaranteed North Wilkesboro 336-670-3554 p TREE SERVICE r\- Allen Miller 336-384-3033 fllf! 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Unfortunately, most hunting accidents in North Carolina and across the nation are tree-stand re­ lated. "Always, always wear a fall arrest system," said Capt. Chris Huebner, hunter safe­ ty coordinator for the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commis­ sion. "We recommend a full harness that is attached and in use before you leave the ground. That is one safety measure that wildlife officers for any length of time Never carry anything as stress to hunters." There have been two seri­ you climb - use a rope to raise ous tree-stand accidents in and lower an unloaded gun the state already, resulting in or other equipment once you a fatality and a broken back. are safely seated in the tree Both could have been pre­ stand Have an emergency signal vented if a fall-arrest system had been used, investigators (cell phone, whistle or flare) and let someone else know said. There are several other where you plan to hunt and important precautions to take when you plan to return "You need to know how while using a tree stand: Check all bolts, belts, y o u r t r e e s t a n d w o r k s a n d chains and attachment cords practice using it beforehand before use, especially if the at low heights," Huebner said. tree stand has been in place "Know the manufacturer's RALEIGH, N.C. (Oct. 18) - The Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy (SAHC) purchased 430 acres on Oct. 5 in the Highlands of Roan in Avery County, add­ ing to a network of protected lands that is rich in wildlife habitat and recreational op­ portunities. Biologists with the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commis­ sion, who provided techni­ cal guidance to SAHC on the Powdermill tract's im­ portance to conservation strategies in the region, see this purchase as a signifi­ cant advancement toward achieving the goals set forth in the State Wildlife Action Plan. This plan, adopted by the state in 2005, is an am­ bitious blueprint for fish and wildlife conservation for the next half century. recommendations and follow their guidelines for installa­ tion and use." Successful completion of Hunter Education, offered free by the N.C. Wildlife Re­ sources Commission through­ out the state, is required for first-time hunting license buyers. Advanced courses are available and basic hunter education is recommended to update long-time hunters. For course schedules, game regu­ lations and additional hunt­ ing safety information, click here or call (919) 707-0031. 430 acre addition offers rich diversity The tract, located near the Appalachian Trail and the Pisgah National For­ est, comprises lush riparian areas, two types of mature forests, a grassy bald and a high altitude ridge of more than 5,000 feet in elevation. With its stunning long range views, habitat diversity, abundant wildlife and excel­ lent trout fishing, the tract provides something for all outdoor enthusiasts — from anglers to hikers to wildlife watchers. For additional information on the Powdermill tract, visit the SAHC's Web site, www. appalachian.org or contact Silverstein at carl@appalachian.org or (828) 253-0095. For more information on the N.C. Wildlife Action Plan, visit the Commission's Web site, www.ncwildlife.org. 1 Mountain Aire seafood & Enter the Mt. Aire Seafood / Jefferson Post 2do7 Football (Contest steaks Each weekly winner will be entered into a drawing to be held at Mountain Aire Seafood for a $50.00 Gift Certificate at the end of the Football Contest in December. Please see our Friday editions for the winner information for the weekly Football Contest. Thanks to everyone for playing the Mountain Aire Seafood / Jefferson Post Football Contest! m i 2007 football Contest Rules 1.The games listed by number in each advertisement correspond to the lines in the entry blank. Some advertisements may contain i more than one game. Simply write on the correct lines in the entry blank which team you think will win. i 2. At the bottom of the entry blank is the Tiebreaker. In the space indicated guess the total combined number of points that will be i scored by both teams in that game. 3. A $20 Gift Certificate from Mountain Aire Seafood will be i awarded to the entrant predicting the most winners. In the event of ties the Tiebreaker will be employed to decide the winning entrant. In the event the Tiebreaker does not break the tie the prize will be divided equally. 4. In the event games are postponed they will only i count in that week's contest if they are played within that week's contest period. The contest period covers games from Friday through the following Thursday. 5. Entries may be mailed to: Jefferson Post at P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or brought to the office at 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson. All mail entries must be postmarked by the post office no later than the Friday preceding the start of the contest period and be received no later than Monday's mail. All entries hand delivered must be at the office of Jefferson Post no later than 5 p.m. on the Friday starting the contest week. 6. Limit of one entry per person, per envelope, per contest date. All entries must be on entry forms clipped from Jefferson Post. No photographically reproduced or hand drawn entries will be accepted. 7. All entries become the property of Jefferson Post.The decision of the judges is final. 8. Winners will be announced as soon after the date of the contest period as judging allows. 9. 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Refresh­ ments will be served.The public is invited. Tuesday October 23 :30-4 p.m.: Workshop on Reucing Energy Expenses in ublic Buildings and Comnercial Facilities at the Ashe ounty Agricultural Service enter in Jefferson. Learn enrgy saving tips and how to plement energy saving meaures to help reduce costs. No ee but registration is required. :all 219-2650. Wednesday October 24 :15 p.m.: "Drop In, Tune In, 'lug In." Join us at 5:15 on tfor 4th Wednesdays. Take this oportunity to meet your neighors and hear of exciting upoming events in Ashe County, .earn of ways to get involved n your community! We meet t T-Gray's Restaurant in West Jefferson. Everyone is welcome ahd encouraged to attend. Very omfortable and friendly. Food nd drink available. T. Grays is located across the street from 'own Hall in West Jefferson, eside Skyland Books. Quesions? Call Maria at 384-1522. 7p.m.: Revival at Ebenezer ommunity Church, each ight through Oct. 26. Rev. ^ay Shumate is the speaker, pecial singing nightly. For nore information, call Pastor .onnie Pruitt at 336-982-2598. The church is located on Hwy 8 East, turn right on Roe Hunt load. Friday October 26 5-9 p.m.: Musical fundraiser it the senior center of Ashe Services for Aging in West Jef­ ferson. Bluegrass, gospel and country music from Homeward Bound, Mountain Drive and Paul Hardy & Friends. Refresh­ ments available. Tickets are $5 with proceeds benefiting senior center services. Call 246-4347 for more information 7 p.m.: Mt. Paddy Church Weekend Revival and Home­ coming will be held through Sunday, Oct. 28 (at Sunday morning service). Dr. Mark Smith, president of Ohio Chris­ tian University, will be the guest speaker. 7 p.m.: If you have ever felt the tug of the mountains or had the urge to don a back­ pack and experience the raw beauty of Nature firsthand, but never seem to find the time or perhaps lack the physical prowess or self-confidence to answer the call, then this is your chance. Come along as hiker/author JR "Model-T" Tate shares some of his entertaining adventures from his 12,000+ miles of hiking. Tate is one of only ten people in the world to have thru-hiked the AT four or more times. He is also setting a good example for those who think they are past their prime. Tate is 71-years-old. He is plan­ ning his next thru-hike at age 83 to set a new AT record. For pro­ gram information call New River State Park at 336-982-2587. Saturday October 27 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Ashe County Girl Scouts are hosting a Heritage Day at the Baptist Campground. Registration will be from 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. All girls are welcomed. Activi­ ties will include making bon­ nets, corn shuck dolls, candles, homemade butter, apple butter, dutch oven cooking, playing games, singing songs, observ­ ing items from our culture for the past 100 years and scrapbooking (Bring pictures, etc.for this). Cost will be $5.00. Please bring a bagged lunch and water bot­ tle. The girls will get a Heritage Day patch, work on a Service Project and will be taking home things they made. 3 and 7:30 p.m.:Missoula Children's Theatre at Ashe Civic Center. Tickets $8 adults, $5 students. Call 336-846ARTS Sunday October 28 2 p.m.: Mountain Nature Hike at Mount Jefferson State Park. Meet at picnic area. Meet the park ranger for a hike into the mountain forest habitats and explore the natural won­ ders of Mt. Jefferson. We will be walking on the trail -wear sturdy shoes. 2-5 p.m. Fall Festival at Hel­ ton United Methodist Church. Hay ride, lots of fun for kids and more! Call 384-4243 for more information. 4-6 p.m.: Fall festival at Bald Mountain Church. Dinner will follow at 6 p.m. Everyone is welcome. 4 p.m.:JBJass will perform in the Sunday Salon Series at River House in Grassy Creek. Music starts at 4, hors d'oeuvres at 5, and a four-course Chef's Choice dinner at 6. $40 per per­ son, plus alcohol, tax and gra­ tuity. Call 219-2109 for reserva­ tions and information. Monday October 29 6:30 p.m.: The Greater Lan­ sing Development Committee will meet at the Lansing Volun­ teer Fire Department. Topics will include Lansing Downtown Revitalization, Lansing Park and Walking Trail, Ola Belle Reed Festival and the Blue Ridge Ru­ ral Land Trust. For more infor­ mation call 977 1320. Ongoing Events ' Phipps Farm Friday Night Jam. Every Friday (rain, sleet, or snow): 7-10 p.m. Admission Free. Venue is Old Time and Bluegrass Mountain Music. All music levels welcome, dancers too. Location: 2425 Silas Creek Rd., Lansing, NC. 28643. Info: Rita or Dawg Wood 336-3842382. How do Huskies' Fans celebrate after each Huskies' victory? They come to the Fifth Quarter. What is the 'Fifth Quarter'? It is a safe alternative and safe activity for high school and middle school students and their parents/friends. The 'Fifth Quarter' is held after each Ashe County High School home football game. The location of the 'Fifth Quarter' is the Youth Center at Warrensville Baptist Church and the Fellowship Hall of Warrensville United Methodist Church. Activities for the youth include games, music, devotional time and fellowship. This event is sponsored by the Warrensville Baptist, Warrensville United Methodist, Smethport United Methodist, Clifton United Methodist, and Phoenix Baptist Churches. For more information, please call 384-3391. Maintain and improve your German Conversation skills over a cup of coffee at Anne's Place in the heart of downtown Lansing every Wednesday from 2-4. Anne's Place is located at the traffic light across from Main Street Discount. Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday - Friday without appointments. Primary Care: Monday - Friday Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold services Oct. 28 at St. Mary's in West Jefferson. Holy Communion is celebrated at 10 a.m. Coffee hour immediately follows the service. The Oct. 7 service is the Blessing of the Animals, and will be held at Holy Trinity in Glendale Springs. For information, call the church office at 982-3076. Country Roads Mobile Pharmacy: Ashe County Prescriptions can now be filled in Boone at the Hunger & Health Coalition (the old Health Dept. building off Bamboo Rd.). Medication pick-up days are Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10 am - 2 pm. Clients my call in prescription refills at 828-2621628.Your physician can fax new prescriptions to fax # 828-262-0154. The Ashe County Garden Club meets the second Mon­ day of each month at 6 p.m. If you have an interest in garden­ ing and would enjoy discussing plants, visiting private gardens or touring public gardens, call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299 for more information. Eligibility for Free Medical Clinic. Tuesdays. 4:00 - 6:00. Anyone interested in receiving free medical care from the Ashe County Free Medical Clinic must come to eligibility screening. To be eligible you must live or work in Ashe County, be between the ages of 19 - 64, have NO form of medical insurance, and pro­ vide proof of income that meets the clinic's policy. Call 846-4649 for an appointment, or come to the clinic (at the red light in Jef­ ferson) on Tuesdays from 4:00 will have BINGO on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the Month at Family Central on the Ashe Central High School Rd. In Jefferson at 7 p.m..There will be food available at the Morning Star Cafe'. For more information call 336-982-3743. Anonymous Alcoholics Group meets on Mondays and Thursdays at Jefferson United Methodist Church at 7:30 p.m. - Closed Discussion and Saturday at noon - Closed "Big Book Study" - All meetings are non-smoking. Narcotics Anonymous group m Wednesdays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. at Jefferson United Methodist Church. The Ashe County team of High Country First in Families (HCFiF) meets every fourth Tuesday of the month in the basement of the Ashe County Library at 4:30 p.m. The purpose of this meeting is to gather resources in the community to help individuals who are developmental^ dis­ abled. Anyone interested in this program is encouraged to attend. For more information call Michelle Idol at 336-6673333 extension 244 or toll-free at (866) 667-3398. Choices for Sustainable Living discussion course offered at the West Jefferson Coffee House Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Come learn with others how easy it is to live more sustainably. One person really can make a difference! For information call Gerry at - 6:00. WIC (Supplemental Food the New River Earth Institute Program for Women Infants 336-877-1860> or visit www. and Children): If you are a NewRiverEarthlnstitute.org. pregnant, breast-feeding or Mountain Overtones Barber­ shop Chorus now meets postpartum woman, infant, or child less than five years Thursdays at 7 p.m. at West of age, and meet certain Jefferson United Methodist Church. eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the AL-ANON (for family and WIC Program. WIC is a special friends of addicted persons): supplemental food program that Meets on Wednesdays at provides individually prescribed the First Baptist Church in West packages of food to those who Jefferson at noon. For details, are eligible. There is no cost for call 384-1940. this service. If you want to know The Board of Elections meets if you qualify to participate in the the second Tuesday in each WIC program or know someone month at the Court House in * who does; contact 246-2013. Jefferson. These meetings are Disabled American Veterans open to the public. * A" > TELEPHONE TOWN HALL MEETING PLEASE JOIN CONGRESSWOMAN VIRGINIA FOXX (NC-O5) « OCTOBER 30, 2007 FROM 7:30 TO 8:30 P.M 8S5K ^List your business on the Halloween Safety Page on October 30th! Page will appear with safety tips for children and parents for Halloween night (Deadline for ad information is Thursday, October 25"' at 5pm) $50 for Single Spot or $85 for Double ESP l^SSt Contact Sandra at the Jefferson Post for further details Phone: 336-846-7164 • Fax: 336-846-7165 E-mail: classified@jeffersonpost.com Or you may fill out the coupon below and mail to: Classifieds!Attn. Sandra Osborne P.O. Box 808 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Company Name:_ TELEPHONE TOWN HALL MEETING Regarding Issues Facing Congress Company Phone:. Location: Message: PLEASE CALL 1-877-850-4133 PASSWORD: FOXX PAID FOR BY OFFICIAL FUNDS AUTHORIZED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES. Billing Address O FROGLE $50W Q DOUBLE $85' We accept Mastercard and Visa 1 � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 12 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-10-23 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/8563589e934486aca31b92923da67990.pdf 3b8f7db0e692e440b1cfb944d4800271 PDF Text Text Jefferson • Women's tennis sets school record Friday page 1B J October 26, 2007 • Lil' Huskies B'ball finishes season 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com page 1B • Raiders win ninth championship Volume 82, Issue 86 page 2B SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 County looks at planning be chosen from among such groups as farmers, develop­ Prioritizing big budget ers, utility representatives, environmental­ items such as the new law educators, enforcement center and ex­ ists and second home owners pansion of the landfill, along as well as the commission with establishing the Blue- and planning board. Several Ribbon Committee to study members would be consid­ long range planning, have ered "at large," not represent­ been topics of discussion re­ ing any particular group or cently for the Ashe County interest. The committee is being Board of Commissioners. The board will conduct a joint dis­ formed only to hear input, cussion with the county plan­ discuss the need for land use ning board following the next planning, and create a docu­ ment for the county commis­ regular meeting on Nov. 5. County Manager Dan Mc­ sion to consider. Then the Millan said half a dozen ap­ committee would be dissolved plications have been received with no responsibility for for the Blue Ribbon Com­ implementation or enforce­ mittee, a group of local resi­ ment. dents being formed to lead Applications are still be­ the discussion on long range ing accepted for the Blue Rib­ planning. The commission­ bon Committee, and anyone ers hope to have a committee interested is encouraged to of 9 to 11 members led by a contact the county admin­ facilitator who will meet on a istration office or planning regular basis and offer input department. Names are also to the commission. being considered for the posi­ Committee members will tion of facilitator. by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor McMillan said no time­ line has yet been set for the committee to help establish a long range plan for the coun­ ty, but that will most likely be discussed at the joint meeting next month. Com­ mission Chairman Richard Blackburn has said that the committee's work could take several years. As the commissioners con­ sider their big budget items for the next few years, they have asked the county man­ ager to go over revenue pro­ jections. The county is looking at building a new jail and law enforcement center, develop­ ing a new disposal cell at the landfill, contributing to ex­ pansion of the county library, and making improvements to the health department, social services facilities, and schools. As he looks at revenue projections for the next few years, McMillan said there See Planning, page 5A Forum planned on homelessness A barbecue fundraiser that had been planned for Satur­ day at Wal-Mart in West Jef­ ferson has been postponed due to unforseen circum­ stances, but a forum to ad­ dress the need to deal with homelessness in Ashe County will be held on Nov. 1. Homeless people in Ashe County? Yes, unfortunately, it is a reality. As the world has opened up with communica­ tions both instant and global, Ashe County has seen an in­ flux of people who beforehand would have no knowledge of the county suddenly find­ ing themselves stranded in what is still considered to be a rather remote area of the state. When that extreme is combined with the sometimes irresolvable domestic issues within the families of local residents, Ashe County is be­ ginning to face the dilemma that the surrounding coun­ ties have dealt with for some time now: Homelessness. The stories are as varied as the numbers, with vari­ ous agencies and organiza­ tions handling 3-5 cases each week. The young woman who arrived in the county on vaca­ tion with her boyfriend, and found herselfalone at the hotel when he disappeared without her; the marital disputes forc­ ing one individual in a couple to leave the shared home; the unplanned pregnancy that forces a young woman out on her own; the teenage boy in a blended family that is full of discord; the man who moved here for a job that suddenly is no longer available; all are recent cases of homelessness that thje Ashe County Depart-, ment of Social Services has encountered. From living on the porch of an abandoned house to seeking one friendly sofa af­ ter another, they are here in Ashe County. Most of us do not see them on our way to work, or when having dinner out, but when you talk to so­ cial services, churches, school counselors, and crisis coun­ seling agencies, the stories are numerous. Most of these are not the typical large-city homeletisness, but rather iso­ lated incidents of individuals caught in unfortunate cir­ cumstances and who simply need temporary assistance, be it a place to stay or a bus ticket home. Currently, local churches have been meeting some of the needs, with social services taking people to the shelter in Wilkes County, which costs $25 per day plus the trans­ portation to get them there. Hospitality House in Boone is overflowing, with no room for those from Ashe County. Unfortunately, there is not an organization funded to meet the needs, and with winter fast approaching, the needs become critical. It has been determined that there is a need to hold a county-wide forum that would present speakers from the groups that work with the homeless situations in Ashe, including representa­ tives from the shelters in Wilkes and Watauga coun­ ties. Speakers will address See Homeless, page 5A Photo courtesy of Re'hee Whitener Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation District Manager Gwynita Steele looks on as Mike High, director of engineering services, conducted safe tours of the new "power hub" substation serving the cooperative's mountain districts during a dedication of the site in West Jefferson this week. Blue Ridge dedicates new substation here It wasn't a beautiful fall day, but no one was complain­ ing about the much needed rain on Wednesday when a group of local dignitaries and officials gathered in West Jef­ ferson to dedicate a state-ofthe-art power reliability proj­ ect, the new substation for Blue Ridge Electric Member­ ship Corporation. \ Chief Executive Officer Doug Johnson. President Kenneth Greene, and Chief Operating Officer Lee Layt.on addressed the group on this unique facility, and then Blue Ridge Electric employees led tours of the site. An inauguration of several upgrades to its power distri­ bution system caps the most technologically-advanced and largest power reliability in­ vestment made in the cooper­ ative's history. The upgrades significantly increase electric capacity and system reli­ ability to 52,000 Blue Ridge Electric members throughout a five-county region in the co­ operative's mountain service area. The $20 million modern­ ization project included eight miles of upgraded or new high-capacity power trans­ mission lines, the new sub­ station in West Jefferson, and upgrades to the Beaver Creek and Horse Gap substations. The project increased the electric capacity available to serve Watauga, Ashe, Allegh­ any, Wilkes, and Avery coun- Blue Ridge Electric Membership Corporation President Kenneth Greene, center, performs a ribbon cutting ceremony Wednesday at the cooperative's new substation in West Jefferson as Chief Executive Officer Doug Johnson, left, and Chief Operating Officer Lee Layton assist. The state-of-theart substation increases power reliability by 50 percent in the service region. ties by 50 percent. The trans­ mission fine is located near Hwy 163, running from Hwy. 16 near the Obids community into West Jefferson. President Kenneth Greene opened the ceremony on Wednesday by welcoming the crowd. "This dedication of our cooperative's largest power reliability project ensures members in our mountain districts will receive the most reliable flow of electricity-now and for many years to come in the future. We're pleased you are here today to help us recognize this milestone," he said. To their customers, Greene said, "When you don't have to worry about your electricity, that means Blue Ridge Elec­ tric is working for you." "That is our cooperative's priority, to keep your lights on," added CEO Doug John­ son. 'This investment brings the next-generation of power transmission to our members and ensures reliable power well into the future for this See Electricity, page 5A Local firm helps law enforcement, firefighters by Jim Thompson Editor Local law enforcement and firefighters have added some powerful tools to their arsenals, thanks to YAMA­ HA and Central Cycle Sales in Jefferson. Last Friday, Sheriff James Williams and representa­ tives of the Creston, Lansing and New River Volunteer Fire Departments came to Central Cycle Sales to pick up four YAMAHA Rhino 660 4x4s. The 40.5 horsepower vehicles are designed to tack­ le tough terrain. "The YAMAHA Law Loan Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising<?jefTersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com Program is a Central Cycle Sales Inc., YAMAHA of Jef­ ferson and YAMAHA fac­ tory-sponsored program that loans Rhino Side x Side allterrain vehicles to qualifying organizations for up to six months, free of charge, to be used in law enforcement, fire and rescue efforts," said Truiett Weaver, owner of Central Cycle Sales and YAMAHA of Jefferson. "These two passen­ ger vehicles, manufactured in Newnan, Georgia, are ca­ pable of traveling and haul­ ing cargo in rugged, steep terrain and will greatly ben­ efit these agencies." The four available Rhinos were offered on a first*comefirst serve basis, Weaver said. »After six months of free use, the agencies will have the option of returning the Rhinos with no charge, or acquiring them at a special price. Post photo by Jim Thompson Central Cycle Sales owner Trulett Weaver (second from left), Sheriff James Williams (left) and fire department representatives stand with the Rhinos. Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,833 U.S. service people killed (as of 10/24) 28,327 U.S. service people wounded (as of 10/24) The man who backpacked Parkway Tim Pegram, a retired Blue Ridge Parkway ranger, will be at Skyland Books & Gifts this Saturday from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to sign copies of his new book, The Blue Ridge Parkway by Foot: A Park Ranger's Memoir. Pegram, who also worked as a state park ranger at several North Carolina parks, became the first person known to have backpacked the entire length of the Parkway in 2003. His book, recounting his experiences on the almost 500mile journey, was published by McFarland & Co. in Jefferson. Pegram is also a freelance newspaper writer whose work has appeared in Our State maga­ zine. He is currently working on a book about his recent cross-state trek from Raleigh to Cold Mountain, which is a re-enactment of the famous journey in Charles Frazier's best-selling book, Cold Mountain. Trick or treating at Lansing Church There will be trick or treating at Lansing United Methodist Church on Wednesday, Oct. 31, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Come by for treats and refreshments! �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2007 Baby News Camiliia and Larry D. Tibbs of Lansing announce the birth of their son, Jordan Nate Tibbs. He was born Oct. 12, 2007 at Ashe Memorial Hospital. He weighed 8 pounds, 5 ounces and was 19.5 inches long. He was welcomed home by big brother Samuel Tate Tibbs and grand­ JEFFERSON POST parents Jimmy and Joyce Good­ man and John and Linda Tibbs. Paula Smith and Larry Marley IIof West Jefferson announce the birth of their son, Paul An­ thony Marley. he was born Oct. 15, 2007, at Ashe Memorial Hospital. He weighed 8 pounds, 6 ounces and was 20.5 inches long. He was welcomed home by his siblings David Smith, Arlex Smith and Trey L.C. Marley III. Grandparents are the late Paul SOCIALS David Smith and Linda (Katie) Smith and Mr. and Mrs. Larry Carol Marley Sr. Jamie Marie Everhart and Randy Ray Robertsons of West Jefferson announce the birth of their son, Dalton Grey Robert­ son. He was born Oct. 17, 2007 at Ashe Memorial Hospital. He weighed 7 pounds, 9 ounces and was 19.5 inches long. He was welcomed home by his siblings Chase Loy, Alyssa Loy and Jes­ se Ray. Grandparents are Carol and Roger Everhart and Saundra Everhart and Rand Robert­ son Sr. Dan and Meghan Newcomb of West Jefferson announce the birth of their daughter, Celestia Maye "Celey" Newcomb, who was born Oct. 19, 2007. She weighed 9 pounds. She was welcomed home by her siblings, Bayleigh Jonesand Karlee New­ comb and godmother Celestia Carson of Greenville, N.C. Maria Delagua Salvador and Jorge Madariaga Soto of West Jefferson announce the birth of their daughter, Mary Madariaga Salvador. She was born Oct. 19, 2007, at Ashe Me­ morial Hospital. She weighed 6 pounds, 2 ounces and was 19.25 inches long. She was welcomed home by siblings Nanci Madar­ iaga Alvarado, Judith Madaria­ ga Alvarado and Jorge Madar­ iaga Alvarado Jr. Grandparents are Josito Delagua Santos and Maximina Salvardor Reyez. Cassandra Dawn Adams and Dustin Gentry Jones of Crumpler announce the birth of their daughter, Kailey Brooke Jones. She was born Oct. 22, 2007, at Ashe Memorial Hospital. She weighed 7 pounds, 7 ounces and was 20 inches long. Grandarents are Jeff Mabe, Brenda ones, Terry Mabe, Jeff Jones, Shana Weaver, Eddie Adams and Franny Adams. Wendie Graham and James Franklin of West Jefferson an­ nounce the birth of their daugh­ ter, Emily Christine Franklin. She was born Oct. 22, 2007, at Ashe Memorial Hospital. She weighed 5 pounds, 12 ounces and was 17.5 inches long. Grandpar­ ents are Bobby and Willene Al­ len and Virginia Franklin. S How many locations does your bank have in Ashe County? Art*"- AF Bank has five locations: Amanda yea Osborne and James Allen Testerman Couple plans May wedding James Allen Testerman and Amanda Lea Osborne would like to announce their engagement. James is the son of Jerry and Mildred Testerman of Grassy Creek, NC. He at­ tended Northwest Ashe High School and is a graduate of Wilkes Community College. He is employed with Ashe County Environmental Ser­ vices. Amanda is the daughter of Donnie and Martha Os­ borne of West Jefferson, NC, and Christine Cruz of Crumpler, NC. She attended Ashe Central High School and is a graduate of Wilkes Commu­ nity College. She is employed at Ashe Services for the Aging and at the Crumpler Post Of­ fice. The couple is planning a Ma^ 10, 2008 wedding at Friendship Baptist Church in son, NC. • West Jefferson • Mt. Jefferson • Wal-Mart • Jefferson • Warrensville We make banking easier! 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Through this series of articles, I hope to initiate an open dialogue with our members about Blue Ridge Electric's approach to finding a reasonable balance between reducing our carbon footprint and the cost impact on our consumers' electric bills. All across America, in Washington and in Raleigh, our elected officials are either studying or passing legisla­ tion to address global cli­ mate change brought about by greenhouse gases. Many states, including North Caro­ lina, have passed legislative mandates that require elec­ tric utilities to incorporate greater use of renewable en­ ergy resources (wind, solar, biomass, etc.) and energy ef­ ficiency in their generation resource plans. Currently about 40% of man-made greenhouse gases come from electric power gen- Post file photo Blue Ridge Electric CEO Doug Johnson eration and a similar amount comes from transportation. For this reason, these two areas are receiving the great­ est amount of attention in global warming legislation. The movement to include more renewable energy in the electric generation fuel mix is the most preferred way to reduce greenhouse gas emis­ sions, but it must be balanced with a consumer cost impact perspective and with electric system reliability concerns. A good example of renew­ able energy policy having an adverse cost affect on consum­ ers is the state energy policy undertaken by the state of California. Policy makers in that state have not allowed construction of traditional electric generation facilities, such as coal and nuclear, and instead have embraced wind, solar, and energy conserva­ tion. The^esult for that state's consumers has been electric­ ity bills more than doubling over the past five years. Nonetheless we under­ stand that our response to the global climate change is­ sue must include taking a leadership position with our consumers to help reduce our carbon footprint. As a member-owned elec­ tric cooperative, we have the responsibility of ensuring that electricity is delivered to our members in a highly reli­ able manner and at the most affordable price possible. We also must do our part to en­ courage our consumers to be good environmental stewards embracing reasonable by policies that affect the global climate. With this in mind you can expect our strategy for global climate change to include five primary goals: highly reliable power, reason­ able cost that consumers can afford, concern for the envi­ ronment, aligned with Duke Energy's generation plan, and compliant with the new North Carolina Renewable Energy law. Developing an appropriate strategy for Blue Ridge Elec­ tric for renewable energy and energy efficiency demands a lot of thought and diligence. It is challenging and complex to meet all five of our primary goals in a manner that has a meaningful impact on the en­ vironment. Because there are multi­ ple issues regarding how we as a nation-as well as an in­ dividual utility-move toward an effective renewable energy strategy, I will address a key issue in each monthly edito­ rial. Many of the issues are just now evolving, and there's much work yet to be done that will affect the success of this effort: research and devel­ opment of technology, state regulatory policy, federal leg­ islation, understanding Duke Energy's renewable strategy, and receiving input from our membership. I hope to engage our mem­ bers and the readers of the Jefferson Post in a dialogue on these important topics. We want to know your thoughts, questions, or comments on the issues. It is important for us to know your viewpoint because Blue Ridge Electric is a member-owned electric cooperative. But it's also im­ portant to hear your voice be­ cause the directions and ac­ tions we take will affect you and the cost of electricity for many years to come. My commitment to you as we begin addressing key is­ sues on renewable energy, energy efficiency, and power supply in general through these columns is that I will always talk honestly about the issues. I will strive to inform you in a candid and forthright manner about dif­ fering views on controversial Ashe Memorial Hospital Mount Jefferson Family Medicine Ofatouvuf, Ernest Seats Todd September 22,1914 October 21, 2007 Mr. Ernest Seats, age 93, of 620 Seats Road, Todd, died Sunday evening, October 21, 2007, at Watauga Medical Center. Mr. Seats was born Sep­ tember 22, 1914 in Watauga County, a son of the late Roby Wilburn and Barbara Moretz Seats. He was a retired farmer and a member of South Fork Baptist Church. Mr. Seats is survived by five sons, Lewis Seats of Todd, John Seats and wife Pauline, and Edward Seats and wife Linda, all of Zionville, Bobby Seats and wife Linda of Todd, and Tommy Seats and wife Sue of Saolkville, Wisconsin; three issues including the view \ believe is best for our coop­ erative and for our members. I also promise to listen to our members' views on the issues as well. Most of all, Blue Ridge Electric promises to keep the cooperative commitment of having your best interests as the guiding force in all that we do. Our most important goals are to keep the power flowing to our communities at the most reasonable cost possible, while also protect­ ing our environment, and to be a part of the community in a way that creates a better future for our members. Next month I will share information about the Re­ newable Energy Bill recently passed by the North Carolina General Assembly and what we believe it will mean for Blue Ridge, our members, and our state. is pleased to announce that daughters, Norene McGuire of North Wilkesboro, Mary Parsons and husband Mike of Indian Trail, and Lola Churchwell and husband W.C. of Eatonton, Georgia; two brothers, Edgar Seats of Todd, and Rev­ erend Eugene "Bob" Seats of Granite Falls; one sister, Grace Wagoner of Todd, and one sis­ ter-in-law, Ruth Seats of Todd. He is also survived by twen­ ty-one grandchildren, forty great-grandchildren, one great great-grandchild, and a num­ ber of nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 64 years, Minnie Stephens Seats; five sisters, Anna Lee Parsons, Nellie Gibson, Hazel Holman, Edna Greene, and Lola Parsons, two brothers, Conley Seats, and an infant brother; two sisters-inlaw, and five brothers-in-law. Funeral services for Mr. Er­ nest Seats will be conducted Thursday afternoon, October 25, 2007, at 2:00 o'clock, at South Fork Baptist Church in Todd. The body will lie in state, at the church, from 12:30 un­ til 2:00 o'clock. Officiating will be Reverend Herbert McCoy, Reverend Glenn Murphy, and Reverend Eugene "Bob" Seats. Burial will follow in the Norris/Tabernacle Church Cem­ etery. The family will receive friends Thursday afternoon from 12:30 until 2:00 o'clock, at the church, prior to the ser­ vice. Hampton Funeral Service is in charge of the arrange­ ments. Danielle Darter, M.D. joined their practice on October 1, 2007. Dr. Darter is board certified and will be providing a full spectrum of care to her patients, including obstetrics. She is a graduate of the Medical College of Virginia. For further information or to schedule an appointment call Mount Jefferson Family Medicine 336-846-7433. 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Alt other n artemirks and tewce marks ore the property of theft raspectwe owners �Public « were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers °rnewspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter. -Thomas Jefferson, Editorial $2.4 trillion PAGE 4A FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2007 Corporate welfare RALEIGH - Is there any limit to the kind of corporate welfare Gov. Mike Easley is Bin Laden would be dead willing to pass out? Judging By 2017, this nation will have spent $2.4 trillion and his rag-tag force scat­ by the $3.9 million his ad­ on the wars in Iraq and tered and destroyed—and ministration just promised Afghanistan—with more all at a relatively small cost. to a start-up airline setting Instead, the terrorists are up shop in the Triad, the an­ due. That is the conclusion stronger than they were six swer is, essentially, no. of a study released by the years ago, Iraq is in chaos, When the state incen­ Congressional Budget and we face crises with tives bidding wars began in Office Wednesday. This is Russia, Iran and Turkey, earnest in the 1980s, they both very serious and tragic among others. Public confi­ were mostly confined to dence in the president and news. large-scale employers, such Under an administration Congress are at historic as auto manufacturers, with elected as "conservative" lows, with good reason. And established brand names. great-grandchildren and "fiscally responsible," our Politicians argued that these the nation has been cast into will be paying off the bill for corporations were not just a bankruptcy from which our imperial stupidity. Tragically, it is hard to sources of direct job creation we may never emerge. In but would also bring cachet the process of starving the see a way out of this mess. and economic spin-offs to the real needs of the nation, we The 2008 election will not communities willing to offset are likely to enter a period make the debt go away, or some of their relocation ex­ of decline as an interna­ open an easy path to get out of Iraq—regardless of penses with relatively mod­ tional power—surpassed, est incentive packages. no doubt, by the nation that who wins the presidency Later, in the 1990s, North or which party controls owns a large chunk of our Carolina and other easy debt, China. At the same Congress. This is a bleak pros­ marks began to offer larger time, a revived Russia is pect, but Americans can­ amounts of corporate wel­ ail-too ready to take advan­ not abandon hope. New fare, often to smaller manu­ tage of our fiscal disaster. In the meantime, the leaders who will listen to facturers or retailers promis­ Bush Administration can the people, instead of their ing to bring tens or hundreds find nothing better to do wealthy donors and lobby­ rather than thousands of than recklessly rattle their ists, must be found. People new jobs to a local economy. sabers at Iran—as if we must stop blindly voting by Then, existing companies could afford to invade that party lines—Democratic or began getting incentives to nation as well. If George W. Republican—and demand expand. More recently, Gov. Bush and Richard Cheney action by their elected offi­ Easley vetoed a $40 million ever had a grasp of reality, cials. Some powerful incum­ welfare package designed it has long since departed bents tossed out of office merely to maintain some jobs might convince the remain­ at the Goodyear tire plant in from them. As they try to blunder ing legislators that the peo­ Cumberland County, only to sign a subsequent $60 mil­ into another disastrous war, ple mean business. Above all, the average lion bill maintaining jobs our Congress sits impotently refusing to do anything person must get involved. at Goodyear, a competing to protect the nation. For The nation's future hangs Bridgestone/Firestone plant all they have done since the in the balance. A republic in Wilson, and possibly other 2006 election, they may as is not a spectator sport. As existing N.C. firms. In the latest deal, the Ea­ well have stayed home and Dr. Franklin observed when not bothered to take their asked if the Constitutional sley administration is sub­ Convention had voted for sidizing a fledgling airline, oaths of office. All this could have been a republic or a monarchy, Skybus, that will offer ser­ avoided if Bush & Co. had "A republic, if we can keep vice out of Piedmont Triad treated Sept. 11 as what it." It is past time for all International Airport using it was: a crime. Had our Americans to get serious a European business model Special Forces landed quick­ about our nation, and being unfamiliar to most Ameri­ ly on top of the terrorists, citizens. can travelers (the tickets are underpriced, then the airline CNE. THECfiY BEWINP makes money charging for THE STRttfcE LAJ6RTER related services a la carte). Skybus executives explicitly seek to compete with current Q1&) . 0mmV V.I/HU flights by other airlines out of RaleighD u r ham and C h a r ­ l o t t e Douglas. In addi­ John Hood tion to the state grant, the new Skybus oper­ ation at PTI will get millions of additional dollars of local incentives of various sorts. The governor denies that he is investing taxpayer re­ sources into a speculative venture. The state welfare payments will only flow if Skybus meets its service and employment targets. But, of course, Skybus will only meet those targets by pulling revenues directly away from other firms doing business in North Carolina - and the promise of state subsidy will help its attempts to do that. In other words, the state of North Carolina is interven­ ing on behalf of a favored competitor in the airline market, just as the original Goodyear legislation would have had the state favoring one competitor over another in tire manufacturing. Ea­ sley seemed to understand that such a direct state in­ that don't play politics. The tervention in the economy number of jobs attached to was wrongheaded - or, at state and local incentive least, that powerful and po­ deals is only a small frac­ litically active folks in Wil­ tion of the many thousands son wouldn't appreciate it of new jobs created in North if Bridgestone/Firestone got Carolina each month. For ex­ the shaft - but just a few ample, in a weekend package weeks later, here he is stand­ on the incentives debate, the ing gleefully in front of re­ Raleigh News & Observer porters at a press conference reported that the state had promised $367 million in endorsing Skybus. cash grants over the past four If Easley will pay out-ofstate corporations to come to years to companies expecting North Carolina, in-state cor­ to employ 25,000. But dur­ porations to expand, in-state ing the same period, estab­ corporations not to leave, lished companies in North and start-up companies to Carolina created hundreds compete with existing North of thousands of jobs, the vast Carolina firms, what corpo­ majority lacking any connec­ tion, even a tenuous one, to rations won't he subsidize? This is a bit of a trick a state grant or targeted tax question. With respect to the incentive. The flaws in North Caro­ usual corporate-welfare sus­ lina's economic-development pects, there doesn't appear to be any practical limit. North policies don't just involve Carolina is becoming widely fairness and the potential known as an easy mark for for political corruption. They basic economics. economic-development huck­ involve Economies don't prosper by sters out to secure giveaways for their corporate clients having government officials (and a healthy commission attempt to pick and choose for the consultants, I should among business competitors. And, contrary to the popular add). But there is, of course, a understanding, North Caro­ large class of North Carolina lina's economy has been uncompanies that will never derperforming its competi­ receive personal treatment tors in recent years. Wonder from the state's corporate- why. John Hood is president of welfare bureaucracy: estab­ lished firms, small and large, the John Locke Foundation. The real Daniel Boone: a North Carolinian opinion, one of the best books M o r ­ raphy. But a biographer has The legendary Daniel ever written about a North gan ad- an additional challenge. He Boone was a North Carolin­ m i r e s has to select from a multitude Carolinian. ian. the leg- of the facts those that best It is a fact that is too often D.G. Martin is the host of e n d a r y show the subject, his char­ overlooked and underappre­ UNC-TV's North Carolina B o o n e acter, and his importance. ciated in our state. Although Bookwatch, which airs Fri­ and gives Then the biographer has to Boone explored Kentucky days at 9:30 p.m. and Sun­ authori- find a way to put this mate­ and later settled there before rial in an order that will help days at 5 p.m. www.unctv. tati ve moving to Missouri, North org / ncbookwatch /. Check accounts the reader put those facts in Carolina was his home longer his blog and view prior pro­ his proper perspective. of than any other place. From Morgan meets these chal­ grams at www.unctv.01 g/nc­ extraorthe time his family moved to D.G. Martin bookwatch/ d i n a r y lenges head on. North Carolina in 1751 until This week's (October 26, In dealing with the ques­ accom­ he led a group of settlers and 28) guest is Mike Lassiter, moved permanently to Ken­ plishments in hunting, ex­ tion of how Boone could be author of "Our Vanishing tucky in 1779, North Caro­ ploring, living with and both an Indian fighter and a Americana: A North Caro­ Member: (USPS 441-810) lina's Yadkin Valley was the fighting against the Indians, friend and admirer of them, lina Portrait." N.C. Press Association place he "came home to" from opening frontiers for settle­ Morgan recounts incident Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times InC/P-Ohis many hunting, exploring ment, and winning the ad­ after incident of Boone's con­ Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 286i4. miration and affection of his tact with Indians and his and settlement expeditions. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. He learned his hunting family and many friends. respect for their culture. For Ph (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com and tracking skills here. He But Morgan does not pass instance, a party of Indians Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ became familiar with and by Boone's failures in busi­ ambushed Boone and took ery- $30 91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new The editorial page of the learned respect for the ways ness and as an administra­ from him a hunting season's and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. tor, characteristics that of­ production of pelts and hides. Jefferson Post is available, of American Indians from the Cherokee and Catawba ten kept Boone in debt and Rather than resist, Boone free of charge, for readers Editor - Jim Thompson peoples of our state. He mar­ sometimes as a defendant in cheerfully participated in a to express their views. All charade in which the Indi­ Publisher - Cabot Hamilton ried here and maintained his court. it takes is a letter to the Morgan says that he ans "traded" some worthless Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop home in the Yadkin Valley editor. The subject of the trinkets for the valuable furs for many years. Most of his wanted to present Boone as and he entertained them letters should be a matter children were born in North the man he really was. Along L,nda Burchette Assistant Editor the way he shoots down some with stories and laughter. of community interest and Carolina. CoY Bowers Production Manager Still some North Carolin­ of the myths. For instance, His gifts in communication should be limited to 700 Graphic Artist/Webmaster Wendy Cole ians think of Boone, not as a Boone never wore a coon- earned him the title "Wide words. Mouth," a complimentary Sports/General News Reporter Michael Graybeal real person, but as a mytho­ skin cap, never mind how the Letters must be signed movies and TV have shown term given by Indians, who logical figure like Paul BunBusiness Manager Sandra Osborne with an address and him. Actually, the hat infor­ respected leaders who spoke yan or Johnny Appleseed. Receptionist Kelly Blevins phone number for verifi­ However, as a new biogra­ mation is not new, just not with charm and power. Advertising Sales Teresa Roark Laws Using his skills as a schol­ phy makes very clear, Boone well known. But Morgan's cation purposes. Only the Patty ShaY ar and teacher of literature Advertising Sales was a very real North Caro­ report that Boone transport­ writer's name and com­ and writing, Morgan also ex­ linian. North Carolina na­ ed to market only 15 kegs of munity will be published. plains how and why Boone, Mailrootn Department tive Robert Morgan, author ginseng is a dramatic change rather than someone else, be­ Letters must not be libel­ of the bestselling novel, "Gap to an accepted story that he Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, came an icon for the rugged, ous and no poetry will be Creek," has done for biog­ had carried 15 tons. Morgan Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, said that he knew from his independent American fron­ accepted for publication. raphy what literary fiction tiersman. He shows how the Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. writer Shelby Foote did for North Carolina mountain Please address: To the stories of Daniel Boone influ­ Civil War history. Like Foote, experience with ginseng that Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. enced the work of Thoreau, Postmaster, send address changes to: Morgan delivers his facts 15 tons was an impossible Box 808, West Jefferson, amount for Boone to have Emerson, Cooper, Whitman, Jefferson Post with the gift of an accom­ and even Lord Byron. NC 28694 or email to transported. P.O. Box 808 plished storyteller and with Algonquin Books of Cha­ Some digging in the re­ jthompson@ jeffersondescriptive words carefully West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 cords gave Morgan documen­ pel Hill is releasing "Boone: arranged to deliver the kind post.com. A Biography" this month. of powerful and beautiful im­ tation to prove his hunch. All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson 1 imes Inc. Getting these kinds of I think it will soon become agery that holds an apprecia­ and may not be reproduced without permission. facts right is critical in biog­ a best seller and is, in my tive reader to the page. Post Express your views �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2007 ^AGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Caregivers Celebration November is National Family Caregiver Month as well as National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month. To celebrate and honor local caregivers, the Ashe Family Caregiver Council is proud to announce a special event. National Caregiver Month is a time to thank, support, educate and advocate for the more than 1.7 million fam­ ily caregivers in North Caro­ lina. "Caregiver Celebration and Candlelight Reflections" will be held on Thursday, Nov. 8 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Ashe Services for Aging in West Jefferson. This will be an evening of entertain­ ment, education and fun for community members who are currently caring for an older family member or friend. The event will help to increase awareness and provide edu­ cation about caregiving is­ sues in Ashe and surround­ ing counties. Participants in the Care­ giver Celebration will have an opportunity to meet other caregivers from the commu­ nity and learn about available resources in Ashe County. Please come to the cele­ bration and help a caregiver have the opportunity to join the celebration on Nov. 8. The hope is that the flame of each candle will enlighten com­ munities and state leaders as to the growing numbers of those living with Alzheimer's Disease, and the many issues that family caregivers face. Ashe Services for Aging is located on ChattyRob Lane off Ray Taylor Road. For ad­ ditional information, contact Natasha Gouge at ASA at 246-2461 or Brenda Reece at (828) 265-5434. Last-minute community events •Famed storyteller Orville Hicks will offer an hour of storytelling to the public on Saturday, Nov. 24 from 2 to 3 p.m. in the main area of the Todd General Store. Don't miss the ghost stories this coming Tuesday eve­ ning, Oct. 30 at 6 p.m. from Dianna Hackworth. For more information, call 877-1067. • The congregation and choir of St. Francis Catho­ lic Church invite everyone to attend an afternoon of special music at Ashe Civic Center on Sunday, Oct. 28. "A Bountiful Harvest Musi­ cal Salute" starts at 2 p.m., choirs from 11 churches will perform. There is no admis­ sion, but donations will be accepted for Ashe Outreach Ministries. All are welcome to attend. •A barbecue lunch fundraiser that had been planned for Saturday, Oct. 27 in the Wal-Mart park­ ing lot has been postponed due to unforeseen circum­ stances. Proceeds were to go to the Ashe County DSS to provide much needed fund­ ing for the homeless folks they serve. A public forum to address the needs of the homeless in Ashe County will be held on Thursday, Nov. 1 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at First Bap­ tist Church in West Jeffer­ son. For more information, call Dawn Goodman at 246-2461 or email goodman_dawn@ yahoo.com. nate help themselves are en­ couraged to attend. First Baptist Church in West Jefferson is donating the use of their downstairs fellowship hall for the forum. Speakers include David Black­ burn, director of missions for the Ashe Baptist Association, Eddie Rash from the De­ partment of Social Services, DeAnna Lewis from Housing and Urban Development, and a Wilkes County Homeless Shelter board member Rob Brooks from Ashe Out­ reach Ministries will provide soup from the soup kitchen "Soup for You." For more information call Dawn Goodman at 246-2461 or Vicky Moody at 977-1427. Homeless continued from front page the issue of homelessness, as well as answer questions. The forum is scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 1, from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m., and all gov­ ernmental entities, organiza­ tions, churches and individu­ als who are associated in any way with homeless situations and those who have a heart for helping those less fortu- Planning continued from front page has been much talk about the state taking over Med­ icaid expenditures for the counties and what that will mean for local budgets. The formula being planned by the state involves taking money currently being provided as average daily membership (ADM) funds for the schools, and sales tax money, to cover the cost of paying for Medic­ aid, saving counties several hundred thousands of dollars at current tax rates. "What Ashe County has been doing the last 10 years or longer is utilize what the state says Medicaid expendi­ tures will be," McMillan said. "We've been able to provide Medicaid at less than state estimates, so each year we've been able to put back money in the general fund to keep the property tax low. Ashe County is in the bottom 25 percent in ISforth Carolina tax rates. The average is 59.5 cents (per $100 in assessed property value) and Ashe County is at 39.5 cents, which is 20 cents less than the state average." Ashe County has been for­ tunate to be able to provide Medicaid at less than what the state estimates, McMil­ lan said. The state has es­ timated Ashe County's cost at around $2 million annu­ ally, so the county budgets that much, and when less is spent, the excess is placed in the general fund toward the next year's costs. Medicaid dollars cannot be spent to­ ward anything else, he said, but the excess is returned to the general fund. By return­ ing $300,000 to $500,000 in recent years to the general fund from Medicaid and oth­ er departmental savings, the county has been able to keep the property tax rate lower than the state average. "The county tries to be frugal," McMillan said. "We encourage departments to get by on what is needed and save what's left for the next year. The county has been good at that. We've been able to maintain a fund balance (savings account) of over 12 percent, sometimes as high as 18 or 19 percent. Every penny saved means less of a tax increase the next year. We went six years without a tax increase." When talking about Med­ icaid savings, the state has told counties to expect a "windfall" of up to $500,000 when the cost of providing is transferred from the counties to the state. That information excited the commissioners when they considered what a half million dollars would mean to the local budget. But there is no "windfall" expect­ ed for Ashe County, McMillan said. "If we had spent every­ thing the state said we would spend, then we probably would have seen that much, but we've been frugal," Mc­ Millan said. Through the loss and re­ imbursement of school ADM funds, the loss of some local sales tax money to the state, and a change in reimburse­ ment from other sales tax money based on point of sale rather than population, the county could be looking at an additional $300,000 to $400,000 over the next five years. Since Ashe County is los­ ing one of its half cent sales taxes (Article 44), McMillan has told the commissioners they could enact a new one fourth cent sales tax or im­ pose a four-tenths of 1 per­ cent land transfer fee to re­ cover some of that lost money. This would require a public referendum. McMillan noted that about 75 percent of land transfers have out-of-county addresses and most of the remaining 25 percent are real estate in­ vestors, meaning only about 5 percent of local residents (around 300) would be im­ pacted by a land transfer fee. On the other hand, a sales tax would be shared by more people, both residents of the county and visitors. A land transfer fee is an attractive alternative to a property tax or sales tax in­ crease in an area such as Ashe County where much of the income depends on out­ side investment, McMillan said. The land transfer fee revenue could be used to pay off the debt on the schools while current sales tax mon­ ey is used to pay for debt the county will soon be incurring on the law enforcement cen­ ter and landfill. Or vice versa. Either way, said McMillan, the county is going to need additional funds to meet its debt service when these big budget items come due. "If we don't do something by April or May, then we will be looking at a property tax increase in June," McMillan said. "We would realize about $1.2 million from a land transfer fee to pay either on the school debt or the law en­ forcement center and landfill and avoid a possible 5-cent property tax increase. The commissioners haven't decid­ ed what to do. Sales tax, land transfer fee or property tax, the taxpayers need to decide what's best for them." Update from Rep. Virginia Foxx WASHINGTON, D.C.—As a constituent in North Carolina's Fifth Congressional District, Congresswoman Virginia Foxx invites you to participate in a telephone town hall that she will be hosting on Tuesday, Oc­ tober 30. Constituents can call into the town hall meeting by dialing 1-877-850-4133. "As your member of Con­ gress, it's important to hear directly the issues that are im­ portant to you," Foxx said. "On Tuesday, October 30 from 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm, I am hosting a "Telephone Town Hall Meeting." It's easy to participate - just call the toll free number 1-877850-4133. You can listen in or ask questions at our telephone town hall meeting by calling 1-877-850-4133. The password for the call is F-O-X-X." Constituents will be con­ nected to a five conference call with Rep. Foxx and other con­ stituents in the Fifth District For mental health, developmental disabilities and substance abuse services Meeting community needs...one person at a time. River and restaurant House country inn October 28 4 pm - 6 pm / Dinner immediately following performance y • Music starts at 4:00 p.m. • Hors d'oeuvres passed at 5:00 p.m. Featuring J.B. Joss • Four Cours^e Chefs Choice served Singing Ond p tyring • Forty Dollars ($40°°) J OZZ standard tunes, swing and plus alcohol, tax, and gratuity ^ClXfdcCs With d 1\£W JVCS flUCS 1896 Old Field Creek Road Grassy Creek, NC • 336-982-2109 Digital Sound SHOWTIME Sun-Thurs 7PM Only Fri & Sat 7 & 9 PM llrUrUmir^lnlcilnlfiinitnlr-urtlfiltnlmlenienlenlevlriicvieilmiCTlrMenlriirilrvtn'nloirM Theatre One lk EiGIGIE E1S1G1E EJP1' The Game Plan Theatre Two 51G1G1E El Git?' El The Brave One |S1S1C5]G1C Movie schedule for October 26 - November 1 E1G1E1C IS1G1E1E1B 1E1ElElGlElElElr Real Estate Auction Saturday October 27 11AM Mountain Lot Dreaming of escaping to the beautiful North Carolina Mountains? 24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK ( addition, even though the higher voltage lines required a greater amount of ground clearance and higher poles, Blue Ridge Electric reduced the total number of poles in place along the route. Blue Ridge Electric is a member-owned cooperative serving some 70,000 members in Watauga, Ashe, Alleghany, Caldwell, Avery, Alexander and Wilkes counties. For more information, visit online at www.BlueRidgeEMC.com. continued from front page growing region," said John­ son. "Cutting edge technology such as fiber optics and the latest in protective relaying devices creates two benefits for our members: increased reliability and faster power restoration if an outage does occur." Johnson also offered ap­ preciation to the cooperative's linemen and employees who go out in all kinds of weather to repair lines in the event of a power outage so custom­ ers will have power restored as quickly as possible. Some of the methods for decreas­ ing power outages were ex­ plained by COO Lee Layton, who noted that the new West Jefferson substation is a hub for power to the mountain re­ gion. Power is brought in on two high voltage lines and then relayed through six lines to Ashe and the surrounding counties served by Blue Ridge Electric. The substation has increased power reliability by 50 percent, and the site can be easily expanded for future needs. These upgrades provide greater reliability for Blue Ridge Electric members by enhancing the cooperative's automated communications between substations and the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system in Blue Ridge Electric's cor­ porate office dispatch center in Lenoir. By constantly monitoring power quality in real time, the system will inform SCADA exactly when and where out­ ages occur and will allow line­ men to be dispatched more precisely to correct problems on lines quicker than ever before. It won't tell linemen exactly where a problem has occurred, but this system gets them closer than ever to the trouble spot so power is more FOR SERVICES OR EMERGENCIES 82; „ quickly restored. Layton said the coopera­ tive has been installing fiber optic lines so the substations can "talk" to each other. This is "extraordinary technology," he said. Blue Ridge Electric worked in partnership with members who own property along the right of way in order to mini­ mize project impacts and miti­ gate concerns. Officials visited approximately 100 residents in person to discuss the proj­ ect and gather feedback. In Electricity 1-800-849-6127 or 800-893-6246 TTY Sunday, WASHINGTON - United States Rep. Virginia Foxx (NC05) would like to remind the cit­ izens of Ashe County that she hosts office hours in the county every month. "My staff and I are happy to help residents of Ashe County solve problems they face with federal government agencies," said Rep. Foxx. "We can help with situations involving So­ cial Security benefits, Medi­ care, military cases, veteran's benefits, immigration matters, passports, the Internal Rev­ enue Service, securing military medals for veterans or with any other federal government agency. "One of my top priorities is to be accessible to my constitu­ ents. I encourage people to drop by during office hours or to send me an email through my Web site, www.foxx.house.gov." Constituents may also con­ tact Rep. Foxx at her two per­ manent district offices. The phone number for the Clemmons office is (336) 778-0211 and the phone number for the Boone office is (828) 265-0240. Ashe County office hours are 2 to 4 p.m. on the second Thurs­ day of each month. Represen­ tatives of Rep. Foxx will be at the county courthouse, in the county commissioners' room on the third floor. when they call 1-877-850-4133 on October 30 at 7:30 pm. Par­ ticipants will be able to ask Rep. Foxx questions about the issues that are important to them. "I look forward to hearing from you on October 30," Foxx said. "Please join us on the tele­ phone town hall. This will be a great opportunity to let your voice be heard on the important issues facing Congress." This telephone town hall is open only to constituents in North Carolina's Fifth District. The remote feel of the NC Mountains offer solitude and tranquility unlike any other location. This beautiful partially wooded 0.935 acre lot allows you to enjoy nature's beautiful parade of fall colors as well as enjoy a breathtaking view of the North Fork of the New River. This lot has a new septic system and well already installed. This would be an excellent location for your dream mountain get-a-way. Lot is zoned as unrestricted. Call (919) 894-7700 for additional information. Location: Hwy 163- to West Jefferson, continue through West Jefferson on 194 N, this road merges with Hwy 88 W, go 6 miles thru Warrensville on Hwy 88 W, pass Blue Ridge Elementary School turn right into Quail Run fol­ low to top of hill, at T in road turn left on Falls Lane lot is on your immediate right. (Look for signs) Terms: 10% down day of auction, balance due in 30 days -A 6% buyers pre­ mium will be added to determine the total contract purchase price. Auctioneers Disclaimer: All information contained herein is provided without rep­ resentation or warranty as to the accuracy of the same. Buyers shall be respon­ sible for inspecting property and rely on their own judgment. Property to be sold AS IS, WHERE IS, including any and all faults. Announcements at the auctions take precedence over any and all prior advertising. The Auction Firm and Sellers reserve the right to entertain any reasonable offers prior to the auction. 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Jeff "J.J Joines Chris Sheets Used Car Manager Doug Coulson Sales Sales Manager Joe Killelea Frank Garcia Sales Manager Sales Jonathan Wagoner Josh Harrold Sales Sales LeeAnn Sebastian Tina Riddle Sales Sales Toby Pennell �PAGE 8A FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2007 JEFFERSON POST RELIGION Relief teams on their way to California fires by Terry Barone & Mickey Noah Baptist Press Special to the Post FRESNO, Calif. (BP)— Southern California's wild­ fires, which burst to fury over the weekend, have destroyed an estimated 1,300 homes in seven counties thus far — and prompted the evacuation of 350,000 homes, killed two peo­ ple and injured several dozen others, including at least 16 firefighters, according to news reports. • Three California Southern Baptist disaster relief feeding teams were called up Monday, Oct. 22, in response to the wildfires which stretch from Santa Barbara to San Diego. By all estimates, contain­ ment of the fires, which have been fueled by fierce winds and high temperatures, re­ mains days away. Hard-hit San Diego Coun­ ty has lost an estimated 1,000 of the 1,300 homes consumed by the wildfires. More than 15,000 people spent Monday evening, Oct. 22, in shelters, officials reported, although the overall number of evacu­ ees from the county could ex­ ceed 500,000. For North American Mis­ sion Board missionary Dan Cookson, his San Diego home is safe for now, but the out-ofcontrol wildfires blackening Southern California came too close for comfort. "We're fine for now and our home is okay," said Cookson, the day after he, wife Tammy and two children were forced to evacuate their home. They spent Monday night (Oct. 22) in the local Vision San Diego office for the North American Mission Board's Strategic Fo­ cus City initiative. Cookson is a church start­ ing strategist at Vision San Diego, where his wife also works. "A friend called about 10 p.m. last night to say he was looking at our house and it was still standing," Cookson said. "We'll try to go back this morning [Oct. 23] to change clothes, take showers and see about the air quality. If it all seems okay, then I guess we'll stay at home. We'll have to see if they will even let us back in or not." Cookson said he believes his home will survive the fires because it is constructed of stucco and cement roofing tiles. Wood structures with ce­ dar shake roofs are far more vulnerable, he said. Don Hargis, California Southern Baptist Convention disaster relief coordinator, re­ ported that two of the conven­ tion's mobile units were being deployed to the San Diego vi­ cinity while a "fixed kitchen" was being set up in Newhall in north Los Angeles County. Hargis said the San Diego situation is the "most in need at this point" with as many as 250,000 people having been evacuated from their homes. Cookson said people have been evacuated from as much as 100 square miles in the north and east of the county. Assembly of God Church Pastor George Norris 246-2979 Bald Mtn. Baptist Church Baldwin Community Church 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA 220 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson, NC Hargis said the two field kitchens would be stationed at PETCO Park, home of the San Diego Padres. He noted volunteers staffing each unit are expected to prepare as many as 10,000 meals daily for evacuees and police, fire and volunteer workers. Hargis said the field kitchens would be used to prepare meals be­ ginning with dinner Tuesday, Oct. 23. The fixed kitchen at First Baptist Church in Newhall will prepare as many as 700 meals daily, Hargis reported. Also activated is one of the CSBC shower units, with six private showers that can ac­ commodate as many as 600 people daily. Cookson said he and his family were evacuated from their home at 5 a.m. on Oct. 22 and spent the majority of the day between the office of Vision San Diego and First Baptist Church of Mira Mesa. He reported 30 homes in his neighborhood burned Monday nication has been difficult be­ cause churches are closed. He added the association office was closed on Monday and Tuesday, but would reopen Wednesday to begin assess­ ing loss and damage to the churches and their families. "This is an opportunity for believers and churches to be a witness in time of crisis," Cookson said. "This is a time for the church to be a calm­ ing influence and witness to the hope we have in Christ Jesus." Hargis echoed Cookson's morning. statement, saying, "This is Cookson said "sketchy" an opportunity for California amounts of news were avail­ Southern Baptists to show able throughout the area. the love of Christ in action. However, he reported hearing We serve Him by serving oth­ all five American Red Cross ers in need." shelters were full and that Simpson added, "As with the Del Mar Fairgrounds and the 2003 fires, much of our Qualcomm Stadium, home to ministry will be after the fires the San Diego Chargers, had are over when we [Southern been opened. Baptists] can help families Cookson said he was only pick up the pieces and get positive of one Southern Bap­ their lives back in order." tist church, First Baptist in Hargis asked Southern Poway, where flames had been Baptists to pray that disaster close. Dwight Simpson, direc­ relief vehicles and volunteers tor of missions for San Diego would arrive safely and that Baptist Association, said he all involved would be protect­ was unaware of any South­ ed while in the fire area. ern Baptist churches that had All trained California di­ burned or been damaged due saster relief volunteers inter­ to the fires. ested in serving should contact "Our churches are in the Renee McKinley by e-mailing area where the fires are burn­ c-r.mckinley@csbc.com. ing. It is difficult to pinpoint Hargis said donations exact locations because the for disaster relief efforts are winds are causing the fires needed. Online donations can to 'hopscotch' instead of being be made at www.csbc.com or defined to a particular area," donations by check can be Simpson noted. sent to CSBC, Disaster Re­ Simpson reported commu­ lief, 678 E Shaw Ave, Fresno Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman Baldmountainchurch.org Email: Baldmountain@skybest.com Pastor: Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 1549 Hwy. 194 South • Todd (I mi. offllwy 221) SUNDAY- Sunday School 10:00AM Worship II:00AM and 6:00PM MONDAY - Community Care 6:00PM (Prayer & Outreach) WEDNESDAY- Eamily Night 7:00PM (All ages) (Missions Ministry. Van Ministry. Teen Time) Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2042 'A Chtlrch focused • on faith, family & the future" Corner of Paw-Roland A McNeil Sts • Jefferson (88 West - Left on McNeil, One Block) Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Morning Worship - 10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. 14011 Bald Mtn. Rd., West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service - J1:00am Sunday Evening Worship - 7:00pm Wednesday Evening - 7:60pm Bethany United Methodist Church Blue Ridge Worship Center Church of Christ at West Jefferson Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 221 Burnett St., (Off Buck Mtn. Road) Barnelt St. • West Jefferson 846-3954 495 Highway 194 South Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. "And He led them as far as to Bethany... and He blessed them" Luke24:50 Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs Sunday School -10:00 am Sunday Worship Service 11:00 am & 6:00pm "Join us in worship to Chris!" Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Sunday Evening Worship 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study 6:45PM "Come as you are. you will be loved" Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship & Praise 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m. Robert St. off Bare (Church) 846-937> Services en Espaiiol Sabados a las - 6:00PM Clases dc ESL Servicios a las - 7:00PM Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church Billy Robinson - Pastor Sunday School • 9:45 AM Worship• 11:00 AM 201S. Jefferson Ave., West Jefferson 246-6077 (Just off Ashe Park Road) Sears 246-7131 203 East 1" Street 'West Jefferson, NC Convenient 7 Days A Week PO Box 972 • fed Jefferson, NC 336-246-6482<Fax: 246-6402 *=& Dr Pepper EN Bottling Company West Jefferson 246-4591 Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh 9178 Old Hwy. 16 • Grumpier, NC Sunday School - 10:00A.M. Sunday Morning Worship Service-11:00A.M. Sunday Evening Worship Setyice - 7:00P.M. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00P.M. Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience. Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Jim Dawes, Minister Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship II:00 a.m. Evening Service 6:30 p.m. Everyone Welcome! Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church Friendly Grove Baptist Church Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 Deep Ford Rd., Lansing Sunday School at 10:00a.m. Worship at 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00 p.m. Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00 p.m. Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 7:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7:00p.m. "A Life Worth Living!" Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 Jefferson United Methodist Church Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor V15 East Main St., Jefferson, NC (336) 246-9512 9:00 a.m. Early Worship 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School far all ages 11:00 a.m. - Formal Worship Service North Beaver Baptist "Lorn you and.wants you to fellowship with us even Sunday!" 9:45 a.m. Sunday • Sunday School 11:00a.m. Sunday ' Worship Service 6:30p.m. Sunday • Sunday Night Service 6:00p.m. Monday *T.E.A.M. 10:00 am. Tuesday • Joy in the Morning 7:00p.m. Wednesday • Prayer Meeting Seventh-Day Adventist Church Parish of the Holy Communion of Warrensville Pastor: Kevin Morgan St. Mary's Church West Jefferson 8:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Office Phone: 336-982-94I0• Rev. bnnie Jones • Pastor Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM Sunday School • 10:00AM Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4th) •7:00PM Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Youth Services - Sunday • 6:00PM RIO-A-BUC EXTERMINATING Termite & Pest Control 246-4222 West Jefferson United Methodist Church Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. Children's Church and Nursery Provided Van Transportation Available We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! Pastor Home: 336-384-3188 • Cell: 336-977-1009 www.wjumc.net Ashe County Builders Supply Complete Line of Building Supplie.i" Old Hwy. 221-S. Heaver Creek • West Jefferson 336-246-3367 VANNOY & SONS 336-846-7164 VANNOV ™n'°N CONSTRUCTION COMPANY Fax: 336-846-7165 Mountain Aire Seafood & Steakhouse Mt. Jefferson Oil Weekly Specialties Hwy 16 & 163 Intersection ' Glendale Springs, N.C. • 336-982-3060 We Offer LP Gas • Gas Healers Fire Logs • Cooking Equipment Call Pete at 246-7039 Serving Ashe County lor over 20 Years H&W Oil Company DODGE • CHRYSLER • JEEP kCftl ******************** Compliments of West Jefferson, NC 28694 www, jeffersonpost.com CH"v_°'-°f 0 Saturday Services: Bible School -10:00 AM Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Phone - 982-3076 Welcome Home Baptist Church f 336-667-6092 (Episcopalian) Pastor Rick Miller Sunday School • 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship • 11:00 a.m Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Rev. Keith Casey 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jeffersou, NC (336) 246-4764 We would love to have you come worship with us. H H>y. 163 West Jefferson Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00 p.m. 194 and 88 West, SmdhpiH NC Sunday School 9:45 a.m. • Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Night Sen ices 6:30 p.m Wednesday Service 7:00 p.m. Missions Building by Faith Promise WlDNBJ (kSTIll'OTIOX Commercial and Residential Healing Springs Baptist Church Main dr Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun. Morning Mass - 9:00 AM Saturday Evening Mass • 5:00PM English A 7:00PM Spanish Weekday Morn. Mass - Call for limes 203 South Second Ave. Open Mon-Fri • 7am-5pm 336-932-i Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m. Pastor James T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 JEFFERSON POST Jefferson 141 Lyalls Lane, Jefferson, NC 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh Casual & Contemporary Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Fleetwood, NC Pastor, Chris Cox Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 Corner of Hwy. 221 &. Cherry St. HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPPLY. We invite you to join us for a God centered. family worshipping experience. Pastor Todd Brewer Smethport Independent Baptist Church 846-7481 846-3346 HHut (336) 982-2080 Sunday School -,.9:60a.m Sunday Worship Services -10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Sendees - 6: 00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00 p.m. St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church CASUAL ENVIRONMENT SERIOUS FAITH j Faith Fellowship Elliott Osowitt, Pastor 513 E. Main St., Jefferson Two Services + SS 8:30 -12 Wed. Nite Bible Study: 6:30 pm AWANA Starts Sept 5! ******************** Wednesday 7:00p.m. Bible Study 846-5615 Church Office or 846-5616 Preacher's Residence 891 Friendsliip Baptist Church RdJefferson, NC Nursery provided for all services Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene Sun. Bible Study 10:06 d.m Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Friendship Baptist Church Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 Sunday Morning Worship 8:30AM and 11 :00AM Family Time - 9:30AM Sunday School - 10:00AM Doug Frazier, Minister Big Flatts Baptist Church Beaver Creek Christian Church Cornerstone Fellowship 336-877-2801 93710. Hargis noted 100 per­ cent of the funds received will be used for the disaster. He noted it cost $80,000 in 2003 to clean 400 home sites destroyed by wildfires. Both Hargis and Cookson agreed this fire could be worse than the 2003 fires which destroyed a total of 3,000 homes. Hargis also said disaster relief teams are in need of do­ nated or loaned heavy-duty equipment to clean homes af­ ter the disaster. He specifical­ ly said front-end skid loaders and excavators are needed. Working with Mickey Caison, director for disaster relief and adult volunteer mobiliza­ tion for the North American Mission Board, Hargis said plans call for an "incident command center" to be estab­ lished in the Riverside area, located in the center of the 25 fires which have torched about 270,000 acres between the 130-mile stretch from Malibu south to San Diego, and 70 miles eastward into the California mountains. North American Mission Board President Geoff Ham­ mond pledged the board's as­ sistance and asked Southern Baptists to be in prayer. "Our thoughts and prayers are with the residents of Cali­ fornia as they endure this tragic fire and the devasta­ tion it's caused," Hammond said. "Please be in prayer as well for the local churches as they minister and the South­ ern Baptist disaster relief volunteers who are being ac­ tivated." •rrgtra A CITGO 502 Jefferson Ave. • 336-246-8806 III HART FONSTBITTIOX Jefferson, NC All Types Dozer Work Hauling &Trackhoe Worjc Home: 336-246-HART (4278) Shop: 336-846-7025 24-HOUR BURNER SERVICE Your FuH Service Oil Company Call 846-9241 Ronnie Hopkins ASHE COUNTY CEESE fry Our Mountain Cheddar Cheese and Our Fresh Biurned Butter 106 E. Main St. 246-2501 BLUERiTXE ebsctrlc memborohlp corp. YU» T.uchtfofv font*''former The Jewel Shoppe 785 East Main Street Your Local Equipment Dealer For All Your Equipment Needs 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap, NC 828-263-8464 • www.boonekubota.com The Mountain Village Shopping Center Jefferson, NC 336-246-4155 ^'vv.^svv.»vv«cvYT,,s'.vv.v.'i'Y.r?r.'ii High Country Paint & Performance 1358 W. King Street • Boone 828-264-0439 or 800-452-0343 $ PPG Paints 3-M Products m Billy BleVins • Tommy Little CARDINAL LANES M Your Home Family Fun Center "Church Groups Welcome" Discounted Rates 787 Hwy 221, West Jefferson G>( i/\o The Way You Want It 336-246-7077 Evenings HOMES www.classichomes Intersection US 221 & NC 163 • I620 NC I63-E West Jefferson, NC • 336-246-3600 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2007 PAGE 9A COMMUNITY EVENTS Mountain nature hike at Mt. Jefferson State Park Friday October 26 6-9 p.m.: Musical fundraiser at the senior center of Ashe Services for Aging in West Jef­ ferson. Bluegrass, gospel and country music from Homeward Bound, Mountain Drive and Paul Hardy & Friends. Refresh­ ments available. Tickets are $5 with proceeds benefiting senior center services. Call 246-4347 for more information 7 p.m.: Mt. Paddy Church information. 4-6 p.m.: Fall festival at Bald Mountain Church. Dinner will follow at 6 p.m. Everyone is wel­ come. 4 p.m.:JBJass will perform in the Sunday Salon Series at River House in Grassy Creek. Music starts at 4, hors d'oeuvres at 5, and a four-course Chef's Choice dinner at 6. $40 per per­ son, plus alcohol, tax and gra­ tuity. Call 219-2109 for reserva­ tions and information. Monday October 29 Weekend Revival and Home­ coming will be held through Sunday, Oct. 28 (at Sunday morning service). Dr. Mark Smith, president of Ohio Chris­ tian University, will be the guest speaker. 7 p.m.: If you have ever felt the tug of the mountains or had the urge to don a backpack and experience the raw beauty of Nature firsthand, but never seem to find the time or per­ haps lack the physical prowess or self-confidence to answer the call, then this is your chance. Come along as hiker/author JR "Model-T" Tate shares some of his entertaining adventures from his 12,000+ miles of hiking. Tate is one of only ten people in the world to have thru-hiked the AT four or more times. He is also setting a good example for those who think they are past their prime. Tate is 71 -years-old. He is planning his next thru-hike at age 83 to set a new AT re­ cord. For program information call New River State Park at 336-982-2587. Saturday October 27 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Ashe County Girl Scouts are hosting a Heritage Day at the Baptist Campground. Registration will be from 8:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. All girls are welcomed. Activi­ ties will include making bon­ nets, corn shuck dolls, candles, homemade butter, apple butter, dutch oven cooking, playing games, singing songs, observ­ ing items from our culture for the past 100 years and scrapbooking (Bring pictures, etc.for this). Cost will be $5.00. Please bring a bagged lunch and water bot­ tle. The girls will get a Heritage Day patch, work on a Service Project and will be taking home things they made. 3 and 7:30 p.m.:Missoula Children's Theatre at Ashe Civic Center. Tickets $8 adults, $5 students. Call 336-846ARTS. 4 p.m.: Cruise In at the Junc­ tion Restaurant between the towns. Evening: Singing at Mission Home Baptist Church in Fleet­ wood. Featuring Still Blessed. Everyone is invited to attend. Sunday October 28 2 p.m.: Mountain Nature Hike at Mount Jefferson State Park. Meet at picnic area. Meet the park ranger for a hike into the mountain forest habitats and ex­ plore the natural wonders of Mt. Jefferson. We will be walking on the trail -wear sturdy shoes. 2-5 p.m. Fall Festival at Hel­ ton United Methodist Church. Hay ride, lots of fun for kids and more! Call 384-4243 for more 6:30 p.m.: The Greater Lan­ sing Development Committee will meet at the Lansing Volun­ teer Fire Department.Topics will include Lansing Downtown Revitalization, Lansing Park and Walking Trail, Ola Belle Reed Festival and the Blue Ridge Ru­ ral Land Trust. For more infor­ mation call 977-1320. Wednesday October 31 6-8:30 p.m.: First Annual Fall Harvest Festival at Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church, 208 East Main Street Jefferson. Festive booths, clowns, magic show, games, prizes, food. Pas­ tor, Rev. Art Eaton welcomes you. Friday November 2 4-8 p.m.: Fish Fry to benefit Ashe Outreach Ministries. $8 donation for a large plate of fish, fries, hushpuppies, slaw, drink and dessert. Takeouts avail­ able. 7 Saturday November 3 a.m.-1 p.m.:Yard Sale for Missions at Big Laurel Church in Creston. Breakfast will be served. 5-8 p.m.: A covered dishbenefit supper to help with medical expenses is being held for Phyl­ lis & Roger Farmer of Mouth of Wilson, VA. The benefit is on Saturday, November 3, 2007 from 5:00 pm util 8:00 pm at the Rugby Rescue Squad building. Take out trays are available. If you can't attend but would like to make a donation they can be sent to: Phyllis Farmer, 106 Tug Ln., Mouth of Wilson, VA 24363 7 p.m.: Regular First Saturday Night Singing at Rock Creek Baptist Church. Bob Graybeal and the Glory Land Singers will be singing. Everyone is wel­ come to attend. Sunday November 4 2 p.m.: Blue Ridge Chamber Players at Ashe Arts Center. Tickets $8 for adults, $5 stu­ dents. Call 846-ARTS for info. 7 p.m.: Beaver Creek Baptist Church will have their fall revival. Each evening through Nov. 7. Rev. Chris Goodman will be speaking. Everyone is wel­ come. 7 p.m.: Phoenix Baptist Church will Services on have Revival November 4-7 with Rev. Joey McClure as the speaker. They will start with Prayer Room at 6:30 each night. Services to start at 7:00PM. Rev. Jeff Dollar invites you to attend. 7 p.m.: Wagoner Baptist Church will have Revival Ser­ vices November 4-7, at 7 p.m. each night. Rev. Mack Arnold, Jr. will be the guest speaker. Pastor, Rev. Steve Viers and congregation welcome you. 7:30 p.m.: Revival Services on November 4-9 At New Riv­ er Baptist Church. Time 7:30 nightly, prayer room, at 7;15 Speaker will be Rev. Julian Ow­ ens from Tuckerdale Baptist Church. Special Singers nightly. Pastor Wayne Jones and Con­ gregation invite you all to come. Monday November 5 7 p.m.: Monthly meeting of the National Alliance on Men­ tal Illness in Senior Center at the Watauga County Human Services Building in Boone. Featured speaker will be Rep. Cullie Tarleton, N.C. House of Representatives. Contact Francine Barr at 828-263-5654 for more information. Tuesday November 6 Wilkes Community College - Ashe Campus Continuing Education Department is offer­ ing the following classes: Real Estate Broker—Contracts & Closings : On Tuesdays, be­ ginning November 6 thru No­ vember 27, from 9:00 am until 5:30 pm at the Ashe Campus. Tuition is $55. For more infor­ mation, call 846-3900. Wednesday November 7 11 a.m.: Mountain Hearts Cen­ ter for Prevention and Well­ ness presents 'To Choose or Not to Choose!" Karen Creed, Registered Dietitian, will help untangle some of the myths about carbohydrates and guide us in making healthy choices. Please cal 846-0744 to register for this free educational offer­ ing. Thursday November 8 7:30 p.m.: "Male Intellect, An Oxymoron?" A combination of theatre and stand-up comedy that explores the age-old ques­ tion: What do women want? Tickets $12 adults, $5 students. Call 846-ARTS for info. Friday November 9 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Wilkes Community College will of­ fer a continuing education up­ date and elective for real estate agents. An elective entitled 'The Price is Right" will also be held on Nov. 9 from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. Anne Rasheed will be the pre­ senter for both courses. Addi­ tionally, "Art of the Short Sale," an elective presented by Julia Iden, will be offered on Nov. 10 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost will be $45 per course. For more information or to pre-register, contact Phyllis Vannoy at 336838-6166 or Dena Wiles at 336838-6210. Sunday November 11 6 p.m.: Special singing from the Bluff Mountain Boys will be held at Bristol Baptist Church. Please come and join us! Monday November 12 6 p.m.: Ashe County Garden Club will have their annual holi­ day party and dinner. Members are reminded to get checks for the event to Don Johnson, treasurer, by the end of Octo­ ber. The club meets the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m. For more information about the club or the dinner, call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. Ongoing Events Phipps Farm Friday Night Jam. Every Friday (rain, sleet, or snow): 7-10 p.m. Admission Free. Venue is Old Time and Bluegrass Mountain Music. All music levels welcome, dancers too. Location: 2425 Silas Creek Rd., Lansing, NC. 28643. Info: Rita or Dawg Wood 336-3842382. How do Huskies' Fans celebrate after each Huskies' victory? They come to the Fifth Quarter. What is the 'Fifth Quarter1? It is a safe alternative and safe activity for high school and middle school students and their parents/friends. The 'Fifth Quarter" is held after each Ashe County High School home football game. The location of the 'Fifth Quarter' is the Youth Center at Warrensville Baptist Church and the Fellowship Hall of Warrensville United Methodist Church. Activities for the youth include games, music, devotional time and fellowship. This event is sponsored by the Warrensville Baptist, Warrensville United Methodist, Smethport United Methodist, Clifton United Methodist, and Phoenix Baptist Churches. For more information, please call 384-3391. Maintain and improve your German Conversation skills over a cup of coffee at Anne's Place in the heart of downtown Lansing every Wednesday from 2-4. Anne's Place is located at the traffic light across from Main Street Discount. Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are. based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number >1n family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday - Friday withouf appointments. Primary Care: Monday - Friday Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold services Oct. 28 at St. Mary's in West Jefferson. Holy Communion is celebrated at 10 a.m. Coffee hour immediately follows the service. For information, call the church office at 982-3076. Country Roads Contest Winner Betty Mahaffey is the winner for this week's Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest. She correctly chose the race winner, Jimmie Johnson, and guessed the closest number of caution flags with a guess of 18. Thank you for all of your entries! Please play the Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest again next week! WANT TO BUY The Ashe County Garden Club meets the second Mon­ day of each month at 6 p.m. If you have an interest in garden­ ing and would enjoy discussing plants, visiting private gardens or touring public gardens, call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299 for more information. Eligibility for Free Medical Clinic. Tuesdays. 4:00 - 6:00. Anyone interested in receiv­ ing free medical care from the Ashe County Free Medical Clinic must come to eligibility screening. To be eligible you must live or work in Ashe Coun­ ty, be between the ages of 19 - 64, have NO form of medical insurance, and provide proof of income that meets the clinic's policy. Call 846-4649 for an ap­ pointment, or come to the clinic (at the red light in Jefferson) on Tuesdays from 4:00 - 6:00. WIC (Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children): If you are a pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum woman, infant, or child less than five years of age, and meet certain eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the WIC Program. WIC is a special supplemental food program that provides individually prescribed packages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program or know someone who does; contact 246-2013. Disabled American Veterans will have BINGO on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the Month at Family Central on the Ashe Central High School Rd. In Jefferson at 7 p.m.. There will be food available at the Morning Star Cafe'. For more Information call 336-9823743. Alcoholics Anonymous Group meets on Mondays and Thursdays at Jefferson United Methodist Church at 7:30 p.m. - Closed Discussion and Saturday at noon - Closed "Big Book Study" - All meetings are non-smoking. Narcotics Anonymous group m Wednesdays and Saturdays at 7: 30 p.m. at Jefferson Church. United Methodist The Ashe County team of High Country First in Families (HCFiF) meets every fourth Tuesday of the month in the basement of the Ashe County Library at 4:30 p.m. The purpose of this meeting is to gather resources in the community to help individu­ als who are developmental^ disabled. Anyone interested in this program is encouraged to attend. For more information call Michelle Idol at 336-6673333 extension 244 or toll-free at (866) 667-3398. Choices for Sustainable Living discussion course offered at the West Jefferson Coffee House Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Come learn with others how easy it is to live more sustainably. One person really can make a difference! For information call Gerry at the New River Earth Institute 336-877-1860 or visit www. NewRiverEarthlnstitute.org. Mountain Overtones Barber­ shop Chorus now meets Thursdays at 7 p.m. at West Jefferson United Methodist Church. AL-ANON (for family and friends of addicted persons): Meets on Wednesdays at the First Baptist Church in West Jefferson at noon. For details, call 384-1940. The Board of Elections meets the second Tuesday in each month at the Court House in Jefferson. These meetings are open to the public. Watauga Wellness Cancer Program. A fitness program for patients actively receiving cancer treatment or those who have gone through treat­ ment in the past year, as well as spouses/caregivers. Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:00 -1:00 pm at the Wellness Center. Call Beth Ann Syers at (828) 266-1060 for more infor­ mation. The VFW will have their monthly meeting on the third- Monday of the month at 5:30 at Prime Sirloin in Jefferson,NC. For more info call 336-2465930, David Sexton, Com­ mander VFW. REGAL CINEMAS RtSAW tNTtfUMMMlNl OSOUPCOMfA BARGAIN 9H0WB IN O * Pass I Discouril "ticket Restrictions Apply REGAL 7 828-262-3800 800-FANDANGO 254# 210 New Market St Center Adv. 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Andy Patton 425 East 2nd St., West JeT Jefferson 846-4196 pattona1@nationwide.com We Support the NC State Highway Patrol Caisson Unit Mobile Kenny Gilvear is the winner for last week's Jefferson Post Football Contest. Congratulations! He guessed more winning teams than any other contestant, and guessed •closest to the tie-breaking score. H Please play the Jefferson iNS" , Post Football Contest again next week! Jefferson Post NASCAR Ashe County Prescriptions can now be filled in Boone at the Hunger & Health Coalition (the old Health Dept. building off Bamboo Rd.). Medication pick-up days are Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10 am - 2 pm. Clients my call in prescription refills at 828-2621628.Your physician can fax new prescriptions to fax # 828-262-0154. Pharmacy: Nationwide' On Your Side Auto J55j Home Life Buiiness Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company and Affiliated Companies. Lite Insurance issued by Nationwide Life Insurance Company. Home Office: Columbus. OH 43215-2220. Nationwide, the Nationwide FramemarV and On Your Side are federally registered service marks of Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company. ABSOLUTE AUCTION 6.6 +/- Acres, divide into 2 tracts Corner of Highway 93 & Fox Knob Road, Sparta , NC Saturday, November 3rd, 2007,11:00 a.m. Melba is inviting everyone to come and visit at Belinda's Hair Design for Our Fall Specials! LOGS, STANDING TIMBER 0RTIMBERLAND Sale conducted for Doug and Margaret Joines 6.6 acres of mostly open land with 1000 feet +/- of road frontage on Highway 93. Nice views of the surrounding countryside, building sites and a well situated on the property. Conveniently located near Sparta, NC, Independence, VA and the New River. DIRECTIONS: From Sparta take U.S. Hwy. 21 North 2.7 miles to Hwy. 221 South ad continue .8 MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 Tuesday & Friday: $5°° off all perms and color! BELINDA'S HAIR DESIGN 113 North Main Street • Jefferson, NC 28640 ^ 846-7047 c miles to Hwy. 93. Turn right and go 2.3 miles to the property on the right. TERMS & CONDITIONS TO BE ANNOUNCED ON DAY OF SALE ANNOUNCEMENTS MADE ON SALE DAY TAKE PRECEDENCE OVER ANY WRITTEN MATERIAL. Boyer REALTY & AUCTION (336)372-8888 1204 US Hwy. 21 South* P.O. Box 37 • Sparta, NC Col. J. Joseph Boyer NCAL #8098 Website: www.boyerrcaltyandauc1ion.com Email: boyerreally@skybcst.com �1'ACE 10A FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Crash and burn no more, FlyLady says by Maria Cilley (FlyLady) Special to the Post I get asked many times when do I get to do my sew­ ing, scrap booking or any other hobby or craft. Right now I want us to look at this. Now don't get me wrong we all need some down time, but let's examine our personali­ ties in depth first. As sidetracked people we have a tendency to hyper-fo­ cus and you all know what I mean. It is the perfection­ ism in us that causes us to keep going and spread our project all over our homes. If you have you ever scrubbed the grout in a tile floor with a toothbrush to make it all white, then you know exactly how we can hyper-focus. It is this inability to stop when we should that hurts us, our families and our homes. For some reason we have trou­ ble with our starter and our breaks on our little engine. If we think that we don't have enough time to do a job right, then we won't even start. Then if we ever do, we can't stop till it is all done right. It doesn't matter that dinner needs to be started or that the house has been trashed by the kids while you were on your never end­ ing mission to perfection­ ism. We were going to do it right if it killed us. You can't tell me that you have never said those words under your breath or even out loud to your family. This inability to stop causes us to crash and burn. This is why I want you to Chamber news •Remember to RSVP by end of day Friday, Novem­ ber 2 for the Annual Awards Breakfast, which will be held on Wednesday, Novem­ ber 7 at 8 a.m. at Jefferson Landing. It's one of our most prestigious events, at which we also recognize our Small Business of the Year! So - please let us know you're, coming by calling Kathleen at 336-846-9550, by Friday, Nov. 2! Cost for the sump­ tuous breakfast by Jefferson Landing is $10! •Make downtown West Jefferson your favorite haunt and double your treats by dressing in your favorite Halloween costume. Join us in Downtown West Jeffer­ son on Wednesday October 31 from 3 to 5 p.m. when the West Jefferson Business Association merchants will have their doors open and lots of goodies for Trick or Treaters. For more infor­ mation, please call Cyndi at The Angel's Touch, 336-8468981. •A Homeless Forum will be held on November 1, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of the First Baptist Church in West Jef­ ferson to address homelessness in Ashe County. Some of the speakers include: David Blackburn, Director of Mis­ sions, Ashe Baptist Associa­ tion, Eddie Rash from DSS, Deanna Lewis from HUD, and a Wilkes County Home­ less Shelter Board Member. Come join in to get the facts and discuss solutions. Every­ take baby steps and learn that it is OK not to do some­ thing perfectly. Some of you have found great success in just a few days and I really worry about you because of this gung ho mentality. We have all done this in the past and this is why our fam­ ily just rolls their eyes are this new FlyLady kick you are on. Good efficient habits take time to establish. Just as your home did not get trashed in a day, neither are your routines going to be­ come instilled in your mind and body overnight. This is all a process of establishing one habit at a time and building upon what you have learned by adding another one to your routine; Taking babysteps. I don't ex­ pect you to have a full blown routine in a week. It took me nine months to give birth to my new life if you think you can do this faster, then I be­ lieve that you are back into your perfectionism. My rou­ tines have become part of me. Now that they are estab­ one is encouraged to attend. Lunch will be provided by Rob Brooks and Ashe Out­ reach Ministries 'Soup for You'. Please RSVP no later than Wednesday, October 31, 5:00 pm. To RSVP or for more information, contact Dawn Goodman at 246-2461, Vicky Moody at 977-1427. And i'f you're near WalMart in West Jefferson on Oct 27 from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m., stop by for a plate lunch! Barbecue bris­ ket plates will be available "to go" as a fundraiser to help with immediate winter needs for those who are tem­ porarily displaced in Ashe County. If you have sugges­ tions for additional speak­ ers at the homelessness fo­ rum or have any questions, please let us know! lished my body goes through the motions without even thinking about them. This is how my home practically cleans itself. Learn to use your timer for most everything you do. This gives you a feeling of accomplishment as well as giving you permission to not overdo and burn out. If you find yourself resetting the timer after your 15-minutes are over then; STOP THIS! t It is your perfectionism try­ ing to follow the FlyLady Way to a T; while still being entrapped by your perfection to keep going till it is done. Practice quitting! You will come back to it. The reason that you will come back is because you have not burned yourself out. When we have let our bath­ rooms go till we can't stand it any longer; then we get in there and spend 3 hours cleaning. After you have fi­ nally finished, you don't want to see another bathroom to clean for a while, so you don't! Then it goes until it is totally disgusting and you wouldn't let your mother in there, would you! I want this crash and burn attitude to go away forever. My bathroom never has to be marathon cleaned, because I clean just a little each time I am in there. A little swish and swipe and it is done. Having a present­ able bathroom is a gift to you and it really doesn't have to kill you to keep it that way. It is all just a habit, to pick up after yourself while you are in there and do a few seconds worth of cleaning each time you are in there. If you are not visiting your bathroom every hour or so then you are not drinking enough water. I won't go there right now, but you have to take care of your­ self. For more help getting rid of your CHAOS; check out her website and. join her free mentoring group at www. FlyLady.net or her book, Sink Reflections published by Ban­ tam and her New York Times Best Selling book, Body Clut­ ter published by Fireside. Copyright 2007 Maria Cilley Used by permission in this publication. 1. Blade Runner Sci-Fi 2. 2001: A Space Films Odyssey 3. Star Wars/ Empire Strikes Back •4. Alien 5. Solaris (1972) 6. Terminator/T2: Judgment Day 7. The Day the Earih Stood Still 8. War of the Worlds (1953) 9. The Matrix 10. Close Encounters of the Third Kind Source: Guardian Unlimited © 2007 by King Features Syndicate, Inc. World rights reserved. TOYOTA OF BOONE fa&Sgr * giesj5ssp' " J<E5£ Wr* 0U un 1 V M m All New 2007 Toyota 4Runners Distributor Rebate Now Or Choose From These Financing Offers 0% 1.9% 2.9% 3.9% 3B Months 24 Months SO Months 48 MontlTS With approved credit through SouthEast Toyota. Tiers 1,2,3. 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M i-* O Smgle $50* O Double $85® —7 —I We accept Mastercard and Visa ^ Customers Have Put Their Trust In lis For Over 27 Years! �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2007 PAGE 11A COMMUNITY NEWS -.ocal poman oins reach or America Hannah Whitaker, a 2002 iduate of Watauga High 100I and a member of the etwood community in Ashe unty, has joined Teach for lerica. Teach for America the national corps of top lege graduates who comt two years to teach in un-resourced public schools, oming lifelong advocates educational excellence i equity. Whitaker, who ently graduated Summa m Laude from N. C. State iversity with a degree in ; and Design and a minor Spanish, is teaching a first ,de class of English Lanige Learners in the Bronx Mew York City, reach for America is a comitive program that builds orps of our nation's most mising future leaders. \ aggressively recruits the hest performing students no colleges and asks them ledicate two intense years the mission that one day children in this nation will ain an excellent education, the 19,000 students who died last year, less than % were accepted to this irous and demanding prom. Teach for America has Photo courtesy of Whit Whitaker Hannah Whitaker has joined Teach for America. been called the educational domestic Peace Corps. Hannah attended N. C. State University as a Park Scholar. She was a member of several academic organizations including Phi Beta Kappa. She studied abroad in Italy and Ecuador, was president of the NCSU Cycling Club, was a nationally-ranked cyclist, provided volunteer service through Ecotrackers in Ecuador and through Lutheran Family Services teaching Sudanese and Montagnard refugees, and she tutored students at Broughton High School in Raleigh. During her two year commitment to Teach for America, Hannah will also be pursuing a Masters degree in teaching English as a second language, In response to the question, "And how is your experience with TFA thus far?" Hannah said, "This is the most difficult and demanding thing I have ever done, but if, at the end of the year, all of my students are on grade level, then that will be the most rewarding accomplishment of my entire life." For more information about Teach for America, visit their website: www.teachforamerica.org. "We help you dress for that Western State of mind" Located on the Backstreet in beautiful downtown West Jefferson across from the Farmers Market Western Jefferson Store Hours: Monday - Saturday "arm workshop planned [nterest in local foods in stem North Carolina has ched an all-time high, and il -demand exceeds supply many farm products. For ners to satisfy this local land they need to have the iness and marketing tools •each and be successful in erent market outlets. On isday, November 6, 2007, Cooperative Extension Appalachian Sustainable iculture Project (ASAP) host a half-day workshop will present information tools to farmers interested xpanding and diversifying different markets. ASAP's e Slattery will present inlation on the standards lired of particular market ets and techniques to creand maintain great farmuyer relationships. Peter ks of ASAP will help par­ ents with business plan; and provide them with 5 for planning for different lesale and direct markets, •y Elworth (Center for AgItural Partnerships) and id Tucker (NC Natural mrces Conservation Ser) will talk about Federal ervation program opporties for Southern Appala- chian farmers and how these opportunities can be used to diversify farm income. Diane Ducharme (NC Cooperative Extension) will provide farm­ ers with the most up-to-information on food safety and address food safety as mar­ keting advantage for falmily farms reaching local markets. All participants will receive a resource notebook with useful tools and information includ­ ing a recently released guide to understanding and using Federal conservation pro­ grams! The workshop will be held at the Watauga Agricultural Conference Center, located at 252 Poplar Grove Rd. in Boone, NC. The workshop be­ gins at 9:00 AM (doors open for check-in at 8:30 AM) and will conclude at 1:00 PM. 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O 2007 Embarq Holdings Company LLC All rights reserved The name EMBARQ and the jet logo are trademarks of Embarq Holdings Company LLC EMB1 -07-07467 �PAGE 12A FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2007 JEFFERSON POST • COMMUNITY NEWS Brilliant fall colors reported across mountains Raleigh, N.C. (Oct. 24, 2007) A kaleidoscope of col­ or unfolds as the fall color season progresses in North Carolina. Now is the time to visit for prime leaf peep­ ing opportunities. Color is expected to stay throughout the beginning of Nov. Images shot this week are downloadable at http://www. visitnc.com/press_room_fallcolor.asp , no log-in required. VisitNC.com Leaf Watchers are standing by for inter­ view opportunities. ASHEVILLE: Recent eve­ nings of cooler temperatures have sparked vibrant colors. The Biltmore Estate is en­ joying a rainbow of foliage and the North Carolina Ar­ boretum is full of brilliant red maples and yellow hick­ ory trees. BRYSON CITY: This is the week to visit if you want to see peak colors. Vibrant golds, yellows, reds and or­ anges are visible. GRANDFATHER MOUN­ TAIN: Almost all the trees on the Mountain have turned. The valleys are also filled with spectacular colors. BOONE: Vivid colors are expected this week. The col­ ors are predicted to keep coming. Fire-colored red and orange leaves are visible. HENDERSONVILLE: The colorful foliage is begin­ ning to pop as splashes of yellow and red set against the deep evergreen trees race down the mountains. BEECH MOUNTAIN: At more than 5,500 feet, the views are spectacular. Great opportunity for photogra­ phy. ' BLOWING ROCK: Blaz­ ing colors are marching across the mountain peaks. The area has been trans­ formed into a patchwork of orange, crimson and gold. Colors are predicted to last another week. SPARTA: The northwest corner of the state is blan­ keted with fall colors. Colors should last throughout the weekend and may continue through Halloween. CHIMNEY ROCK: The colors on the middle to lower elevations are intensifying and expected to reach full color next week. HICKORY: Shades of fall color are steadily appearing and expected to reach maxi­ mum color at the end of Oct. YADKIN VALLEY: Color continues to adorn various trees with tones of gold and red throughout the wine country. Predicted dates of full color estimated to be at the end of Oct. For full reports, go to VisitNC.com . Photo courtesy of Helen Hopper/Grandfather Mountain Spectacular scenes like this are common in the moun­ tains. Many people flocked last weekend to Grandfather Mountain and the Blue Ridge Parkway to catch the colors. Golf and Blue Ridge Living on the New River. Homesites from the $50s. New residences from the $200s. Call 1-800-292-6274 or visit our website at "...Where Jefferson Landing VisitJeffersonLanding.com. Ashe County, North Carolina J the best costs less Specializing In: Serving the area • Bu"d'n9 Supplies since U • Complete line of windows & doors • Hardware • Electrical & plumbing supply DlcMTIOVitl • Complete line of mjPPI Aristokraft •u v. .. j-fci-- • ., • ,, c a b i n e t r y Quality Paints. HAKIIAKA A. WoniMI 19 S. Third Ave • West Jefferson, NC • 336 246-261 I • WWW.parkcrtie.doitbest.COtn �Friday Night Football FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2007 This week in Husky sports The Huskies host a crucial MVAC game tonight with the Wilkes Central Eagles A victory for Ashe places them in a tie for first place in the MVAC. Kickoff scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Tennis sends two pairs to by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor For the first time in the history of Ashe County High School, the Huskies wom­ en's tennis team is sending two pair of doubles players to the NCHSAA Individual Tournament. After finishing in strong positions at the Western Regionals, Ivey Tant along with partner Lorna Vega, and then also Rachel Curcio and partner Roxanne Thomas are heading for the NCHSAA Individual Tour­ nament held this upcoming weekend at the Cary Tennis Complex in Cary, NC. The doubles teams fin­ ished in second and third spot at the Western Regionals, which was hosted by Wilkes Central High School and Wil­ kes Community College. Ivey Tant and Lorna Vega were seeded second at the start of the tournament, and Rachel Curcio and Roxanne Thomas were seeded third, right be­ hind their teammates. Tant and Vega opened up the tournament with an easy 6-0 6-1 victory over their op­ ponents from West Hender­ son High School to set up a MVAC battle in the second round. Tant and Vega then faced Hannah Dockery and >wwn.ii <• post pnoto by Micnaei tarayoeai Lorna Vega, Roxanne Thomas, Rachel Curcio, and Ivey Tant will represent the Huskies at the NCHSAA Individual Tennis Tournament for Ashe. This is the first time ever that Ashe is sending two teams to the state tournament. Post photo by Michael Graybeal Lorna Vega (left) goes after a ball at the net while Ivey Tant (right) looks on during the pairs path to the Regional's Championship Match. Kristie Combs, a team from Surry Central High School. Dockery and Combs gave the Huskies' team a run for their money and Tant and Vega narrowly won the first set 6-4. The two teams battled harder in the second set, but the results were the same with the Ashe team coming out on top again, 6-4, to allow Lir Huskies Basketball finishes first Most pnoto oy Kariton Yearick The players pose for a group picture with the Huskies' coaching staff and the members of the Huskies' basketball program on Sunday following the conclusion of the presentations. by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor With football, soccer, volleyball, and other early year sports in full swing, few parents and athletes are thinking about basketball. However, for a small group of girls in the sixth, a seventh, and eighth grade, basketball has migrated to the fall sports season. For the first time this year, under the direction of Coach Laura Foster, Ashe County High School's Assistant Athletic Director and Head Women's Basketball Coach, a new ladies basketball league has been developed for the fall. "I have always wanted to do a league like this; but I never took the steps to get it going," Coach Foster explained. "Once I put my proposal in writing and submitted it to Coach Payne, Mr. Howell and Mr. Johnson, it was a matter of getting approval from them. I got the necessary approval to start the league, which I am very appreciative of the support of the administration and Mr. Johnson, then it was a matter of just getting the word out in the community." Once the word had spread throughout the community, Coach Foster, along with her coaching staff and members of the Huskies women's basketball team, formed the league with twenty-three players mixed amongst three teams. The teams each consisted of seven or eight players and were under the direction and coaching of members of the varsity women's basketball team with Coach Foster assisting all three teams. Coach Foster explained the initial purpose of the league with the statement: "I wanted to provide another opportunity, for girls in the community to practice and play basketball. The league was started to serve several purposes: helping the participants to become better players and understand the game of basketball better, an opportunity for me to see and work with the younger players and chance for them to get to know me and my coaching style in practice. Team 'Team Before Self' CassandraKelsey Eggers, Emily Flanagan, Nicole Grogan, Mackenzie Johnson, Chelsea Reavls, Zoe Richardson, Des­ tiny Shepherd, Makayla Spencer. Coaches: Kelly Hudler, Kendra Yearick and Mallory Clay Photo courtesy of Steve Wright/ www.StevesSportsShots.com It also gave current players an opportunity to see and appreciate all aspects of the game (coaching, officiating, etc.)." The league finished up their first season on Sunday, October 21. The season ended with a semi-finals game followed up with a Championship game. In the semi-final game, both teams were evenly matched as the game headed into overtime. In overtime, team 'Team Before Self was able to earn a small lead late in the period and pulled out a close 22-21 victory over team 'Pride'. The victory for team 'Team Before Self' advanced them into the Championship game against the awaiting team 'Heart and Hustle'. Team 'Team Before Self' was on a roll following the electrifying overtime victory in the semi­ final and was able to defeat team 'Heart and Hustle' with a score of 33-24. The season's success was described by Coach Foster as: "This league will most definitely help the Lady Huskies basketball program. I think it was a great success for all involved. I have received a lot of compliments ond set. The pair from Bre­ vard battled harder in the second set and narrowed the final score margin to 6-4, but Ashe was still victorious to allow Curcio and Thomas to advance to the second round. In the second round, Curcio and Thomas were also paired against opponents from Sur- Tant and Vega to advance to the semi-finals. At the same time, Cur­ cio and Thomas opened the tournament up with a match against a team from Bre­ vard High School. Curcio and Thomas came out strong in the first set and defeated their opponents 6-1, but struggled more in the sec­ See Tennis, page 3B season from parents about the league. I am confident that all of the participants had fun and learned a lot about Lady Huskies basketball. My current players who played a vital role in the league, enjoyed it tremendously. I was very impressed with their enthusiasm and commitment to the league. They did a fantastic job!" Coach Foster is planning on returning the league next year with goals of the league growing with more players. Following the conclusion of the championship game, each player was given a tshirt, a free pass to Ashe County basketball's home opener against Watauga on December 4, and a written evaluation to help improve their game to the fullest. Players were treated to pizza, drinks and cookies after the championship game as another reward for their hard work and dedication to the sport of basketball here in Ashe County. "This league was a huge success - thanks to everyone involved!" Coach Foster enthusiastically stated, "I would like to express thanks to all participants and their parents of the league, as well as current Lady Huskies players and coaches. Thanks to Mark Hudler and Nathan Colvard for officiating the tournament games, and to Karlton Yearick for taking pictures. A special thanks to all of the sponsors of Lil' Lady Huskies fall league and a special thanks to Michael Vannoy and Steve Johnson!" Post photo by Karlton Yearick Award Winners: L:R: Chelsea Eller- Most Improved: Heart and Hustle, Haley Maloney- Most Improved: Pride, Kayla Spears- Lady Husky Award: Pride, Karanda Weaver- Lady Husky Award: Heart and Hustle, Mackenzie Johnson- Lady Husky Award: Team Before Self, and Makayla Spencer- Most Improved: Team Before Self. Team 'Heart and Hustle' Cassandra Barker,Tiffany Cozart, Chelsea Eller, Sammi Greer, Bayleigh Jones, Karanda Weaver, Whitney Wood. Coaches: Kaitlin Smith and Mariah McVey Photo courtesy of Steve Wright/ www.StevesSportsShots.com Team 'Pride' Hannah Blevins, Lauren Greene, Amber Hare, Virginia Johnson, Haley Maloney, Kayla Spears, Mary-Austin Tugman, Sierra Wilson. Coaches: Shelly Barker, Cara Church and Brittany Lyalls Photo courtesy of Steve Wright/ www.StevesSportsShots.com �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Raiders win ninth championship ftHT> Photos courtesy of Steve Wright/ www.StevesSportsShots.com Photo courtesy of Steve Wright/ www.StevesSportsShots.com Matthew Hamilton scores the winning touchdown against Watauga Lions to increase the team's record to 7-0-1. The Ashe County Raiders youth football team finished undefeated for the third con­ secutive year and won the regular season championship in the fifth and sixth grade league for the ninth time in the last eleven years with a record of 7-0-1. The Raiders have not lost in thirty-four consecutive games dating back to the beginning of the 2004 season. The nearest contest for the Raiders was the inner-county rivalry with the Packers that endured five overtime periods and conclud­ ed in a tie. Heading into the final game of the season, the Raiders faced the Watauga Lions, who had only 2 loses coming into the game, and featured a tremendous talent in running back Raheem Burbage. "Burbage is as gifted of a player that I have seen at this level," Head Coach Chris Barr stat­ ed, "we knew he would get his yards and touchdowns, but our kids did a tremendous job defending him." With the score tied at 12-12, with under six minutes to go, the Raiders moved the ball 73-yards on six plays. Helped by a 32-yard option keeper by quarterback Conner Bowers, the Raiders Photo courtesy of Steve Wright/ www.StevesSportsShots.com The Raiders' starting quarterback, fifth grader Connor Bow­ ers completes a crucial touchdown pass against the Lions. The Raiders celebrate their 7-0-1 season following their victory over the Watauga Lions. Above: The team proudly flys their 'Commitment to Excellence' flag while chanting "We're number 1". Below: The players congratulate Coach Barr with a nice refreshing Gatorade bath. had the ball at the 23-yard line. On the very next play Matthew Hamilton scored the game-winning touchdown on a 23-yard reverse. Keyed by two big blocks from quarter­ back Conner Bowers and wide receiver Jonathon Cox, Ham­ ilton went untouched into the end zone. Connor Bowers op­ tion pitch to Mason Hamilton was good for the two-point conversion that put the Raid­ ers up 20-12. The Watauga Lions got the ball back with two and a half minutes to go, but the Raiders defense pushed the Lions backwards and the Lions failed on fourth and long to return possession to the Raiders. The Raiders ran out the clock in the last minute and won the game by a final score of 20-12. "This game was really a microcosm of our season," Coach Barr stated. "All of our games were really close expect one. Five of our seven wins were by a towndown or less. This team just really believed when we got to the fourth quarter we would find a way to win. They played with tremendous heart and intelligence, and when you combine those two qualities it makes it hard to lose." The primary focus of any youth sport is to foster the enjoyment of the game and to promote good sportsman­ ship. Throughout the season the team rarely had a kid miss practice. They wanted to be there and they tried to make practice fun. "We showed team and individual improvements each game but witnessed our best two per­ formances the last two games of the season." Offensively, the Raiders started a fifth grade quarter­ back, Connor Bowers. "Connor is extremely coachable and level headed, which is what you want at the quarterback position. He could run the football well, but his passing skills really improved as the season went along," elaborat­ ed Coach Barr. "Mason Ham­ ilton was our leading rusher who really displayed a lot of toughness, as he would rarely be tackled on the first hit. Mi­ chael Elliott was Mason's lead blocker and did an outstand­ ing job of running the ball up the middle. Receivers Jona­ thon Cox and Matthew Ham­ ilton were powerful blockers and had great individual mo­ ments on reverses and pass plays." The offensive line coached by Mark Sheets, did an excel­ lent job with a good mixture of size and quickness. Lucas Jones was a solid center es­ pecially with a shotgun of­ fense, who very rarely had a bad snap. Sam Phillips al­ ternated between center and tackle and has been a twoyear starter for the Raiders. Other lineman that really im­ proved throughout the year was Nathaniel Johnson and Brandon Wingler. Tight-end Devan Sheets proved to be an excellent short-yard pass re­ ceiver and was a key blocker throughout the season. Ja­ cob Holman was the quickest lineman for the team and was their best blocker. "When we need a few yards we generally called the play in Jacob's di­ rection. Jacob missed the last two games of season due to an injury, but two fifth grad­ ers, Elija Weaver and Taylor Weaver, really stepped up and filled Jacob's absence" stated Coach Barr. The defense was the most consistent aspect of the team. They had two shutouts and three games in which they only allowed one touchdown under defensive coordinator Anthony Hamilton. Defen­ sively, this was a great tack­ ling team and was one of the hardest hitting teams in the league. Defensive ends Con­ nor Bowers and Cody Sharpe were excellent at those posi­ tions and really understood their responsibilities. On the defensive line Nicky Gregory, Sam Phillips, Austin Castro and Trevor Nunn were hard to block and made lots of tackles behind the line of scrimmage. Fifth graders Drew Baldwin and Dakota Sawyer made valuable contributions while and a wish list from the 2007 the remainder of the defense board as to how to spend the was headed by sixth graders existing money in the account, Mason Hamilton and Michael in terms of new equipment. If Elliott, the team's two leading you or any one you know is in­ tacklers. Their teammates terested in coming to any of the Kaleb Sexton and Brandon ACLL Board meetings, pleasd Woods, . both of who were come to the meeting October 29 fifth graders, really improved at 6 p.m. in the Family Central throughout the season. The Large Conference Room or call defensive backs were excel­ the Ashe County Parks and Rec­ lent against the run and the reation Department at 982-6185 pass. Two main starters for for more information. the team were Jonathon Cox Ashe County Little League under way to great season The Ashe County Little earliest a Little League Board League Board of Directors met has ever formed for the upcom­ on Monday, October 15th at the ing season in the history of Ashe Family Central Complex Large County Little League. Conference Room. Twenty in­ "Having over 20 people in­ terested people showed up to terested in the League this early participate in the meeting, which in the season shows what kind of commitment and dedication was the initial kick off meeting for the 2008 season. some of these future leaders of "It was generally a meet­ Little league have for the coun­ ing for the public to attend for ty" elaborated the league rep­ those parties interested in serv­ resentative. "They want to be a part of the League in a big way, ing on the Little League Board to help it grow, and to give Ashe at a general membership level. County's kids a League every­ Five of the 2007 Board officers were present to facilitate and an­ one can be proud of." swer questions, as well as give Some of the topics covered at the meeting included an ex­ an overview of the 2007 season, amination of the 2007 budget, and where the budget stood for as well as a review of the equip­ 2008" said the league represen­ ment inventory. Bill Richardson, tative following the meeting. 2007 treasurer, read the budget The officers of the Little report at the start of the meeting. League are elected annually, The expenses during the year and this next meeting's elec­ included officials, insurance tions will dictate the agenda for the 2008 season. It will be the for the League, new equipment, uniforms, and various other bills associated with the operation of a League consisting of 590 youth. Starting Balance in early 2007: $923.51 Expenses incurred during the '07 season: $53,981.88 Income (registration, fund-rais­ ing, etc.): $62,382.90 Ending Balance (existing): $9,324.53 Patrick Ritchie then read a re­ view of the existing inventory of Bats, balls, catching equipment, tees, uniforms, and helmets. He and several others were instru­ mental in getting the League's equipment turned in to the Parks and Recreation Department, going through it to throw out cracked helmets, dented bats, and other damaged gear, and then storing the gear to be used for the 2008 season. The next meeting will in­ volve elections, officer duties, TOWN OF WEST JEFFERSON PUBLIC HEARING 1. The Board of Aldermen for the Town of West Jefferson will hold a public hearing on Thurs­ day, November I, 2007 at 5:45 PM at Town Hall. The purpose of this hearing is to receive comment and to adopt the Town of West Jefferson's Subdivision Ordinance. A copy is avail­ able to the public. 2. The Board of Aldermen for the Town of West Jefferson will hold a public hearing on Thurs­ day, November 1, 2007 at 5:50 PM at Town Hall. The purpose of this hearing is to receive comment on the annexation and initial zoning of the property owned by Cataeorner Invest­ ments (parcel # 19227-210-012). This parcel is requested to be zoned Highway-Commercial (H-C). The annexation and zoning were requested by Cataeorner Investments in order to re­ ceive Town services and to ensure the uses were consistent with the H-C Zoning District. 3. The Board of Aldermen for the Town of West Jefferson will hold a public hearing on Thurs­ day, November 1, 2007 at 5:55 PM at Town Hall. The purpose of this hearing is td receive comment on the annexation and initial zoning of the property owned by Vel H. Pierce and Cathy H. Pierce (parcels # 19227-210-011 and 19227-210-014). This parcel is requested to be zoned Highway-Commercial (H-C), The annexation and zoning were requested by Vel H Pierce and Cathy H. Pierce in order to receive Town services and to ensure the uses are con­ sistent with the H-C Zoning District. and Matthew Hamilton, both of whom made big tackles and key interceptions throughout the season, with Jonathon leading the team with seven. Evan Owen and Bradley Lu­ cas were fifth graders who each contributed healthy playing time. Both will be counted on for large contri­ butions next year. Matthew Church playing his first year of organized football made tremendous improvement as the year went along. This was a very competitive league this year, with numer­ ous close games. Coach Barr stated: "I want to personally congratulate the Ashe County Packers, who had a great sea­ son. Their players played hard and they are well coached! We were both very even teams and played two great games against each other with the second game ending in a tie after five overtime periods, or 'the Five Overtime Classic.' This is a great indication of the success of the countywide draft. We could not have got­ ten two teams more evenly matched'than we had!" Coach Barr, spoke very highly of his supporters to the team. "We could have not had the season we had with­ out the great support from the parents of these young men. I had two great coaches that helped me this year in Anthony Hamilton and Mark Sheets, who were both very dedicated. Special thanks goes out to the Board of Directors, and especially League Presi­ dent Rusty Barr who put a lot of time in behind the scene's to make this league a success for our youth." THE NORTH CAROLINA HOME PROTECTION PILOT PROGRAM (NCHPPP) Do you live or work in Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, Mitchell, Watauga, Wilkes, or Yancey County? Have you recently lost your job due to plant closure or have your work hours been reduced because of changing economic conditions? As a result, do you face difficulty making your monthly mortgage payment? If you answered "yes" to all of these questions maybe we can help! Administered by North Carolina Housing Finance Agency and operated locally by Northwestern Regional Housing Authority, NCHPPP assistance may help displaced workers keep their home. Think you may be eligible? If so, contact: Deanna Gouge (828)682-4249 or Wilma McDaniel (828)264-6683 Northwestern Regional Housing Authority PO Box 2510 Boone, NC 28607 Funding provided by the State of North Carolina to assist families whose employment has heen adversely affected by changing economic oonditions. Northwestern Regional Housing Authority is an equal housing opportunity agency. tit �PAGE 3B FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Parks and Recreation industrial volleyball Tuesday, October 23 Results Thursday- November 1 Potter's Lumber defeated Sparta-Killers Heritage Dodge defeated AF Bank 6:00 AF Bank vs. AR Construction 7:00 Heritage Dodge vs. AR Construction 8:00 Sparta-Killers vs. Ferguson Grad. Thursday, October 18 Results 8:00 AF Bank vs. Sparta-Killers Potter's Lumber defeated AF Bank continued from page IB ry Central High School. Curcio and Thomas were placed against Haley Smith and Tara Dockery for the third time of the season. Thus far, Curcio and Thomas had de­ feated the pair of Smith and Dockery twice on the season, and in the world of sports, defeating the same team Heritage Dodge 2-0 Ferguson Grading 1-0 AR Construction 1-1 Sparta-Killers 1-2 All matches held at Family Central AR Construction defeated Sparta-Killers Heritage Dodge defeated Sparta-Killers Tennis Potter's Lumber 2-0 6:00 Potter's Lumber vs. Ferguson Grad. 7:00 Heritage Dodge vs. Potter's Lumber Ferguson Grading defeated AR Construtign Records Tuesday- November 6 AF Bank 0-2 MVAC standings and reports Salisbury of Betsy Martin and Erin Mode for the West Regionals Championship. Martin and Mode are both seniors from Salisbury High School. The pair had their worst finish as freshmen at regionals with a second place finish, and they have won regionals for the past three years. In the match against Tant and Vega, the pair As reported by Butch Whitesell Football Tennis Through games as of Oct. 20, 2007 Final Standings Conference W ' L Season W L SURRY CENTRAL 12 0 15 0 4 ASHE COUNTY 10 2 12 4 5 4 STARMOUNT 8 4 8 4 2 4 5 WILKES CENTRAL 6 6 7 7 1 3 1 8 FORBUSH 3 9 3 10 NORTH WILKES 1 4 1 9 NORTH WILKES 3 9 3 10 FORBUSH > 0 4 0 9 NORTH SURRY 0 12 0 12 Season W L W L WILKES CENTRAL 4 0 7 2 NORTH SURRY 4 1 6 ASHE COUNTY 3 1 STARMOUNT 2 SURRY CENTRAL SiSSIKS Conference Date Loser- Score Oct. 19 Ashe-24 Starmount- 21 Date Winner- Score Loser- Score Surry Central- 38 North Wilkes-36 Oct. 16 Ashe- 6 Owen- 0 Wilkes Centra - 2 2 Post photos by Michael Graybeal Above: Rachel Curcio makas a play on the ball at the net. Below: Roxanne Thomas stretches to return a volley. Winner- Score North Surry- 19 Surry Central- 5 South Iredell- 0 Soccer NCHSAA Dual Team Playoff Results Volleyball • Final Standings Through games as of Oct. 20, 2007 Conference W L WILKES CENTRAL showed their experience and skill in a tough 6-1 6-2 loss for the Huskies' pair. The loss gave the Huskies the second seed in the West Regionals and will have them playing the number three seed from the East Region this week­ end at the Individual State Tournament. The qualifying of two pairs for the NCHSAA In­ dividual Tournament shows the continual improvement of the Huskies' tennis squad. The individual tournament starts today in Cary, NC and is concluded tomorrow. Look for the Huskies' results in the Jefferson Post. 9 1 13 2 1 STARMOUNT or opponent three times in one season is difficult. Cur­ cio and Thomas ignored the difficulty of the match and simply beat their opponents in style. Curcio and Thomas pelted out a difficult 6-1 loss to the Golden Eagles pair in the first set, then followed it up with an even harder 6-0 shutout during the second set to advance them to the semi-finals. Huskies coach, Vickie Herman, described the goal at the regionals tournament and stated: "The first goal is to survive Friday! Once you make it to Saturday, you have qualified for the State Tour­ nament. Now that both pairs have advanced to the semi-fi­ nals and Saturday, they will be able to play more relaxed and confident knowing that they have qualified for the State Tournament." With the matches over Friday night late in the eve­ ning, the Huskies journeyed up highway 16 to their homes for a short nights rest before heading back down to Wilkes Central High School on Sat­ urday for the remainder of the tournament. The matches resumed on Saturday at 9 a.m. with Tant and Vega facing a team from Brevard High School and Curcio and Thomas facing a tough team from Shelby. Coach Herman's state­ ment that the girls would be able to play more confi­ dent was correct with Tant and Vega. In the first set of the match, the Huskies' pair cruised to an easy 6-2 victory, and then followed it up in the second set with an even more impressive 6-1 victory to ad­ vance to the championship match where they awaited the winner of the Curcio/ Thomas match against a pair from Shelby High School. The pair from Shelby High School was the feign­ ing NCHSAA 2A Individual State Champions. Curcio and Thomas had a tough time with their opponents but simply met a better tedm and lost 6-1 6-4 despite their best efforts to be dropped to the consolation match. In the consolation match, the Hus­ kies' pair earned the third place finish with a easy win 6-2 6-1 and finished the tour­ nament in third place. With the loss of Curcio and Thomas in the semi-finals, Tant and Vega were paired with the tough duo from Season W L T 7 2 9 FORBUSH 4 5 NORTH WILKES 4 SURRY CENTRAL ASHE COUNTY W L 0 24 3 2 2 FORBUSH 9 3 15 9 5 9 2 NORTH SURRY 8 4 19 7 6 11 6 SURRY CENTRAL 5 7 10 13 3 6 6 9 WILKES CENTRAL 4 8 6 13 1 8 2 14 I ASHE COUNTY 4 8 7 14 NORTH WILKES 0 12 4 15 Loser Score Oct. 15 North Wilkes- 5 Surry Central- 4 Forbush- 2 Starmount- 2 Wilkes Central- 5 West Stokes- 2 Wilkes Central- 2 Wilkes Central- 5 Ashe- 1 Forbush-2 North Wilkes- 0 Elkin- 2 Surry Central- 0 Forbush- 1 Hickory- 2 North Wilkes- 0 Oct. 22 L 12 Winner- Score Oct. 18 Season STARMOUNT Date Oct. 17 Conference W 1 NCHSAA Tournament Results Date Winner- Score Loser- Score Oct. 20 Ncwton-Conover- 3 Ashe- 0 Forbush-3 West Lincoln- 0 Mt. 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The night before the holiday was known as All Hallows Eve, hence creating the modern name of Hallow­ 4) 3) een. Over time, one of the festival traditions established was for 64 24 children to dress up in costumes of all sorts, not just scary ones. + 2 + 24 From this autumn-time celebration, Halloween was born. In the U.S., children look forward to carving pumpkins with faces or pictures and lighting them up with candles. These carved 6) 5) pumpkins are called jack-o-lanterns and are usually placed on the 9 19 front porch of their home. The custom of carving pumpkins into + 2 x 2 jack-o-lanterns originated in Ireland and Scotland centuries ago. Before the tradition came to America, the Irish and Scottish used to carve turnips into jack-o-lanterns. When these people came to the U. S., they realized that pumpkins were much more plentiful than turnips and from then on pumpkins were used. The most important thing to remember about Halloween is safety! 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According to Jeff Pratt, of Danze, a manufacturer of decorative plumbing products, many homeowners are using multiple sink areas to increase efficiency. However, they don't want to sacrifice the ability to showcase their personal tastes and eye for design. "Homeowners and design­ ers place a lot of emphasis on a sink's role when planning a kitchen remodel," says Pratt. "While convenience and func­ tionality Have always been con­ cerns, today's homeowners also want to enhance the room's ambiance and decor they've worked hard to achieve. Style can't be sacrificed for function or convenience any more." According to Pratt, the countertops you surround the sink with and the faucets you place on them, can add much of the design a homeowner seeks. If you're looking for ideas on how to make your kitchen more functional and stylish, consider integrating these op­ tions into your kitchen remod­ eling plan: Main Sink - An all-purpose station primarily used for clean-up duty, the main sink often features a deeper, single basin to handle dishes and oversized pots and pans. Pratt suggests pairing these sinks with a high-rise pre-rinse fau­ cet or pull-down faucet. These faucets improve functionality of the sink area by allowing us­ ers to literally "take the water to the work," hut are notice­ ably fashionable. In addition to the primary functional faucet, many kitch­ ens feature a water filtration faucet or tap as part of their main sink configuration. Second Sink - Often located in a center island, this sink helps avoid congestion at the main sink and is a great way to increase a kitchen's workflow. Many refer to this sink as a prep sink, which quite literally is one of its primary uses. Ho­ meowners commonly use this extra workspace for cutting vegetables, chilling wine or washing hands before a meal. Choosing a faucet style and finish that complements the room's decor can add an eye­ catching decorative piece to an otherwise "ho-hum" island. Bar Sink - Also referred to as a convenience sink or a bev­ erage center, this area is tradi­ tionally used for entertaining • purposes. It's occasionally lo­ cated on the center island, but is often placed on a separate countertop in the kitchen or adjacent room (ifspace allows). Make sure to choose a faucet that matches the other kitchen faucets. Danze offers several types of bar faucets including high-arc options, small-scale faucets and pull-down faucets. Choose a style that will make this space "entertaining." Looking for another water source without a full sink? Try incorporating a pot filler fau­ cet at your stovetop. These fau­ cets provide a convenient, safe way to add more water to boil­ ing pots or saute pans. 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COMMERCIAL BUILDING INWEST JEFFERSON - Premier commercial/retail space in downtown West Jefferson, Completely renovated in 2005—new floors, windows, roof (foam and Structal), 3-phase electric, plumbing (three .5 baths), 3-zone heating and cooiing, walkways, landscaping, ADA compliant Two large display areas. stucSo and private office/efficiency apart­ ment Excellent potential for office, drive-through business or restaurant. $600,000 THIS IS ONLY A SMALL PORTION OF THE PROPERTIES WE OFFER FOR SALE. FOR COMPLETE LISTS, CALL OR COME BY OUR OFFICE IN WEST JEFFERSON. TO SEE MORE OF OUR LISTINGS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT www.c21hcritagerealty.com �1 ACE 6B FRIDAY/ OCTOBER 26, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Project Inasmuch helps renew New River (West Jefferson) - Volun­ east. The New River cleanup teers from Project Inasmuch, was one of many service proj­ and Cox's Chapel Grange in ects volunteers conducted coordination with the Na­ Saturday, September 29, by tional Committee for the the group. Participants New River (NCNR) and Vir­ worked from the New River ginia Waterways, tackled the State Park Alleghany Access clean up of more than two to Shady Shack Campground and a half miles of the New downstream of Big Wilson River along the Virginia/ Creek in Grayson County, North Carolina border this and along Bridal Creek in fall. Oak Hill Academy pro­ the Cox Chapel area. In total, volunteers re­ vided boats and equipment, the North Carolina New moved more than 1,000 River State Park Service pounds of trash including and Grayson County Public 77 tires, lawn chairs, three Works Department handled old stoves, two televisions, disposal of the pounds of a sink and counter top, and trash and debris volunteers one leg from a baby doll. "We're really grateful to Tom removed from the River. Project Inasmuch is a pub­ Smith for organizing all the lic service initiative of First Project Inasmuch volunteers Baptist Church of Indepen­ who made this effort possible dence and Young's Chapel and we couldn't do it with­ Baptist Church of Mouth of out the help of the folks at Wilson, as well as other Bap­ Oak Hill Academy, the New tist churches in the South­ River State Park and Gray­ son County Public Works Department," said Courtney Wait, who coordinates New River clean up efforts for NCNR throughout the river's watershed. NCNR envisions a perma­ nently protected New River as a treasured national re­ source. The mission of NCNR is to advocate for successful protection of the New River, to restore eroding river and stream banks and enhance riparian habitat, and to per­ manently protect land along the River. NCNR works in West Virginia, Virginia, and North Carolina's New River watershed. Over the last 31 years, the organization has protected over 4,000 acres of land important to the River's water quality, scenic and nat­ ural values, and has restored over 55 miles of river and stream bank. Drivers beware: little ghosts, goblins roaming RALEIGH—Insurance Commissioner Jim Long and Safe Kids North Carolina (SKNC) is reminding North Carolina drivers to slow down on Halloween, Wednes­ day, Oct. 31. According to Safe Kids U.S.A., children are four times more likely to die in pedestrian accidents on Halloween than any other day in the year. "To me, some of the scari­ est things about Halloween are not the costumes that I see running from house to house — they're the drivers who speed through neigh­ borhoods and don't pay at­ tention," said Commissioner Long, who also serves as SKNC's state chair. It is im­ portant not only to educate parents and children about pedestrian safety, but also to stress to drivers the need to slow down and watch out for pedestrians, he added. For a safe Halloween, both trick-or-treating and behind the wheel, follow these safety tips: Safe driving tips: • Slow down in residential neighborhoods. • Obey all traffic signs and signals. • Watch for children walk­ ing in the street or on medi­ ans and curbs. • Enter and exit drive­ ways and alleys slowly and carefully. • Remember — popular trick-or-treating hours are during the typical rush-hour period, between 5:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. • Remember that cos­ tumes can limit children's visibility so they may not see your vehicle. Pedestrian safety tips: • Never let children under age 10 go trick-or-treating or cross the street without adult supervision. • Decorate costumes, bags and sacks with retro-reflec­ tive tape and stickers. Use a flashlight or glow stick to in- 1 crease visibility to drivers. • Use costumes that are light or bright enough to make children more visible at night, and make sure they are flame-retardant. • Wear well-fitting, sturdy shoes to prevent trips and falls. • Stop at all street corners before crossing; cross streets only at intersections and crosswalks. • Look left, right and left again before crossing the street; walk-don't run, when crossing streets. • Never dart out into a street or cross between parked cars. Safe Kids North Caro­ lina is the state office of the international organization Safe Kids Worldwide. The organizations' shared mis­ sion is to prevent uninten­ tional injuries to children age 14 and under. Accidents kill one million children each year around the world and permanently disable many more. Almost all of these in­ juries are preventable, and by working with local part­ ners in law enforcement, fire and rescue, public health and other volunteering agencies, SKNC strives to educate par­ ents, caregivers and children themselves on how to do just that. Safe Kids Worldwide and its members promote chang­ es in attitudes, behaviors, laws, and the environment, and this work in the U.S. has contributed to a 45 per­ cent reduction in the child fatality rate from acciden­ tal injury — saving an esti­ mated 38,000 children's lives (Safe Kids Worldwide, www. safekids.org). To learn more about Safe Kids North Caro­ lina, visit www.ncsafekids. org. '00 V,;fr, Rural grants offered RALEIGH - The N.C. Ru­ ral Economic Development Center will announce plans for moving more than $130 million in grants and loans to rural communities Oct. 24 in Raleigh. The funds, appropri­ ated by the N.C. General As­ sembly, will aid clean water infrastructure and other ru­ ral development programs. "Two months ago, the Gen­ eral Assembly took signifi­ cant steps to support econom­ ic growth and quality of life for the state's rural commu­ nities," said Billy Ray Hall, president of the Rural Center. 'The legislature directed the Rural Center to administer these much-needed funds, and we want to put them to work as soon as possible." The Rural Center will be joined in making the an­ nouncements by key legisla­ tive leaders, including Speak­ er of the House Joe Hackney, Senate Majority Leader Marc Basnight and Lt. Gov. Beverly Perdue. Programs being announced fall into four categories: Water and sewer. Building reuse and resto­ ration. Business capital. Research and demonstra­ tion grants. The announcement will take place during the center's annual Rural Partners Fo­ rum, being held Oct. 24-25 at the North Raleigh Hilton. The two-day forum, focusing on rural leadership, will fea­ ture an address by Hodding Carter III, former U.S. assis- tant secretary of state and currently professor of leader­ ship and policy at UNC-Chapel Hill. The program begins at 2 p.m. on the 24th and con­ cludes mid-day on the 25th. At the conclusion of the forum, a series of workshops will provide in-depth informa­ tion on each program covered by the announcement and the application process. The workshops will be repeated at four regional sites, the closest being: Oct. 31 at the Walker Cen­ ter of Wilkes County Commu­ nity College, 1328 Collegiate Drive; Wilkesboro. Registration for the re­ gional workshops is available by contacting Hazel Edmond at hedmond@ncruralcenter. org or 919-250-4314. Ashe County Humane Society Pets for Adoption W Hi, my name is Rebel and I am a 4 yr old Schitzu . I am house broken, leash trained and love to ride!. I'm really smart and will make a won­ derful companion. How does a bank stay open for 100 years? Piece of cake. CommunityONE is turning 100, and we couldn't have done it without you. Please help us celebrate our centennial by visiting any of our 43 community offices this Friday, October 26th, for birthday cake and coffee. Yes we can begin a new century of service to customers and communities across North Carolina, the icing on our cake. Member FDIC ' CommunityONE 800.873.1172 • MyYesBank.com Adopt a new best friend! V® JMy name is Storm and I am such a wonderful kitty that I can't understand why my Chi­ huahua roommates don't like me. I like them a bunch and I love the kids, but the dogs have seniority, so I need to find a new home. I am up to date on shots and am an in­ side cat. This is Oogley - the sweet­ est 3 mo old black kitten with blue eyes. He is lovable and entertaining and will give you a lifetime of love and purrs. He also has 2 siblings of dif­ ferent colors. named Face and Legs Female Terrier mix that is around 1 year old. Her name is Summer. Female Beagle that is Ace is a male American bulldog ctwhauhau mix that is around 1 year old that is around 1 year old. He is very aroundiyearoktShewaspicked sweet with everyone and loves kids. * as a stray and win be avail* for addoption on10-17-07. To contact Ashe Animal Control, call (336) 982-4060, or visit them at 767 Fred Pugh Road, Crumpler. Their normal business hours are from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday. 336-982-4297 Saturday Is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located directly in front of the Armory on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web sit www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@skybest.com Female Lab mix that is around 2 years old. Female Shepherd mix that is around 5 years old. Female DSH that is around 5 months old. Female DSH that is around 5 months old. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2007 PAGE 7B COMMUNITY NEWS Governor seeks to spread word on drought-busting tips As the Governor has di­ rected, people should, stop non-essential uses of water such as watering lawns and washing houses, sidewalks and automobiles. In the Bathroom •Replace older plumbing fixtures with newer, low-flow models or install water-saving devices, such as faucet aera­ tors. •Place a water-filled bottle or brick in your toilet tank to reduce the amount of water needed to fill it. •Put food coloring in your toilet tank and watch if the coloring shows up in the toilet bowl before flushing. If so, re­ place the leaking flap. •Check tub and sink fau­ cets for drips and replace washers and "O-rings" as nec­ essary. •Turn off all water to your home and look at the read­ out dial on your water meter. If the dial moves, you have a leak. •Check pipes coming into the house for leaks and have them repaired immediately. Don't forget to check outside faucets and garden hoses. •Turn off water while lath­ ering, shampooing, shaving and brushing your teeth. •Plug the bathtub before turning the water on, and then adjust the temperature as the tub fills up. •Take showers instead of baths. •Time your shower to keep it as short as possible. •Collect water from the bath/shower while waiting for it to heat up and use it to wa­ ter plants. In the Kitchen •Run washing machines and dishwashers only with full loads to maximize effi­ ciency. •Avoid using sink dispos­ als for food scraps. Compost­ ing food scraps is much more economical than using a gar­ bage disposal. •Don't rinse dishes before putting them in the dishwash­ Guard planes head to California CHARLOTTE, N.C.—The North Carolina Air National Guard has deployed three C-130 cargo aircraft, flight crews and support personnel to Port Hueneme/Channel Islands, California, to as­ sist the U.S. Forest Service in firefighting efforts to con­ tain, control, and extinguish wild fires. The aircraft are a part of the 145th Airlift Wing (AW) NC Air National Guard based at Charlotte-Douglas International Airport, Char­ lotte NC. Their departure was scheduled for Tuesday morning. Aircraft will be staged at Port Hueneme/ Channel Islands, California with approximately 50 North Carolina Air National Guard Airmen deploying to operate the Modular Airborne Fire Fighting System, or MAFFS. Since 1974, MAFFS has saved land, lives and property from wild land fires in the United States and abroad. MAFFS is only activated when all other air tanker resources are committed. The MAFFS mission equips C-130s with a fire fighting apparatus that is loaded into the aircraft's car­ go area. The MAFFS unit it­ self is a series of pressurized tanks that hold 3,000 gallons of flame-retardant liquid called Phos-Chek. Directed by ground crews and led to the fire site by a U.S. Forest service lead plane, MAFFS aircraft drop retardant along the leading edge of a fire to block the spread of flames. The North Carolina con­ tingent will operate two C130s equipped with MAFFS modules. The third aircraft will transport other equip­ ment, and personnel. All four Air Force MAFFS units are in the reserve com­ ponents, three in the Na­ tional Guard and one in the Air Force Reserve. In addi­ tion to North Carolina's unit, there is the California' Air National Guard's 146th AW from Channel Islands, CA, the Wyoming Air National Guard's 153rd AW from Cheyenne, WY and the Air Force Reserve's 302nd AW from Colorado Springs, CO. The length of this mission is undetermined and will de­ pend on the demands of the fire fighting efforts. The North Carolina Air National Guard is one of six major military commands in the North Carolina National Guard, which falls under the North Carolina Department of Crime Control and Public Safety. Senator Steve Goss of the 5th District got a taste of mergency planning from the aside when he spent late Sunay night into the wee hours of londay morning in Winstonalem as an official observer f the Winston-Salem/Forsyth ounty Homeland Security xercise at Hanes Mall. Goss, member of the Joint Legislave Committee on Emergency tanagement, watched a simlated attack by gunmen who >read a toxic substance in the jod Court area of the mall, he senator came away from te security exercise with the use that officials responded a timely and efficient manir to the simulated attacks. Asked for his impression the exercise, Goss said, "I ve a renewed respect for r police, fire and EMS ofials who immediately took ntrol of the situation and re>red order while at the same tie dealing with the ongoing reat of the unknown. Offi:1s did not know their roles til shortly before the exere began, so they had to re; as they would in a real life iergency." Approximately 200 people led authenticity to the *nt by posing as victims h injuries. They were as;ed by emergency person­ nel to waiting ambulances and buses outside the mall to be transported to local hos­ pitals for treatment. Decon­ tamination units were on site to assure that no victim would be a carrier of the substance outside the immediate area. The victims primarily were volunteers from the nursing program at Winston-Salem State University and The North Carolina School of the Arts, also in Winston-Salem. Goss said he was very im­ pressed with the expertise of the departments involved in the simulation, and conclud­ ed, "I am certain I saw some things that I can take back to Raleigh with me, realizing that legislators must under­ stand the needs of our emer­ gency professionals across North Carolina. We pray that a terrible attack like this nev­ er happens in North Carolina, but from the Senate Chamber to the localities all across the state, we must be prepared at all times. The communication among participants last night was remarkable. We owe these folks who place their lives on the line the same ability to communicate their needs to us in Raleigh." For further information, call Steve Goss at (828) 2652943. er, or use a pan of water in the sink and re-use the water as long as possible. •When washing dishes by hand, fill one sink with wash water and the other with rinse water. •When washing dishes by hand, use the least amount of detergent possible. This mini­ mizes rinse water needed. •Keep a pitcher of water in the refrigerator instead of run­ ning the tap for cold drinks. •Don't defrost frozen foods with running water. Either plan ahead by placing frozen items in the refrigerator over­ night or defrost them in the microwave. •Don't let the faucet run while you clean vegetables. Rinse them in a filled sink or pan. Reuse and recycle •Catch rainwater from your gutters with a rain bar­ rel and use it to water your flowers and vegetables. • Collect natural water with a rain barrel for car washing. Outdoors •Take time to locate your main water shut-off valve and the water meter in your yard. For instructions on how to read your water meter, go to: http://www.h2ouse.net/resources/meter/index.cfm. •Use dry cleanup methods to reduce both indoor and out­ door water use. •Use a broom instead of a hose to clean your driveway or sidewalk. •Set lawn mower blades one notch higher. Longer grass means less evaporation. •Put a layer of mulch around trees and plants. Chunks of bark, peat moss or gravel slow down evapora­ tion. RALEIGH - Gov. Mike Easley sent a letter Wednes­ day to meteorologists across North Carolina asking them to promote "Drought Busting Tips" among their viewers and listeners. The tips are aimed at helping citizens cut water consumption in the midst of the state's worst drought in recorded history. The text of the letter is below. "As a professional weather forecaster, citizens in your community trust you to give them the most accurate fore­ cast information on a daily basis. That is why I am asking you to help me get the word out about additional ways our state's residents can reduce our demand for water. "I know you appreciate the seriousness of the situation before us. The drought across North Carolina is the worst in recorded history. I have called on North Carolinians to cut water consumption sig­ nificantly and I am pleased that many communities and citizens are answering that call. Unfortunately, we des­ perately need significant rainfall to avoid the possibil­ ity of water rationing or more stringent restrictions. The rain we are getting this week, while welcome, is not going to be enough to get us out of this drought. We cannot make it rain as much as we need, al­ though I know you would if you could, so we must do even more to conserve the water we have. "Enclosed you will find North Carolina's top "Drought Busting Tips.' These tips can be used now to help your communities save water right away. I encourage you to use these tips during your on-air weather forecasts. We are also providing you a logo you can use so this campaign is coordinated throughout the state. I also encourage you to take tips from your viewers on successful water-saving measures or have someone in your community present the drought buster tip of the day since we are all in this together. "Thank you in advance for your cooperation. The coop­ erative spirit of North Caro­ linians has helped us through previous natural disasters and it will also help us sur­ vive this drought." Cut water use in half, gov says RALEIGH - Gov. Mike Eas­ ley on Monday announced he is calling on citizens across North Carolina to cut water consump­ tion by 50 percent between now and Halloween. In addi­ tion, he has asked each of the state's public water systems to increase reporting to the state by recording the amount of wa­ ter used daily and sending that information weekly to his office. The consumption totals will be made available to the public to help communities and the pub­ lic monitor the success of water- saving measures. "Between now and Hallow­ een, I am calling on North Car­ olinians across the state to cut our water use by half" Easley said. "Whenever you use water, cut the amount by half whether it is taking a shower or washing the dishes. We all need to know whether this will be extremely difficult or easily do-able, but we do need to establish a baseline of water use to determine which water conservation measures are most effective. We likely will spot important trends and pick up valuable conservation methods that communities can share. I appreciate the coopera­ tion from all of the state's pub­ lic water systems, local officials and our citizens." Easley said his office will col­ lect and distribute this detailed water consumption information as long as the drought persists. As Easley noted in an address to the North Carolina League of Municipalities last week, the state is suffering from the worst drought on record and water re­ sources are critically low. HUNTERS HELPING Sponsor by Mew River Volunteer Fire Sl Rescue Department The event will take place at the National Guard Armory Building Nov. 10th starting at 7:00pm Tickets are $40 for a couple or $25 for a single. Contact any member to purchase a ticket. Sponsor tickets may also be purchase from any member! For Questions, Please Call Leonard or Julia Houck at Education •Put up signs around your home and office to remind oth­ ers to conserve water. 336-982-3893 LIMITED TIME OFFER! COME IN TODAY! Goss takes part in disaster drill NO REBATES! PLUS! Get a Bluetooth Wow! A brana new RAZR for only $29! Con I get one? Retail Locations^. West Jefferson West Jefferson • Skyline Telepone 1447 C Mt. Jefferson Rd. 800-235-5007 1079 NC Hwy 194 N 800-759-2226 • Requires 2 year agreement. Activation fee applies Certain restrictions apply. See store for details. Carolina West Wireless. www.carolinawest.com 800-235-5007 �PAGE 8B FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2007 JEFFERSON POST HALLOWEEN 'Scare up' some excitement with these tips (ARA)—Halloween is a season that brings jack-olanterns to front porches and spiders, super heroes and princesses to the streets. This year add to the ghoulish atmosphere with a few safe and healthy tricks that will make your book of spells the most popular on the block. Lanterns Lead 'Spooky' Way: the Safety comes first on Halloween when you are welcoming trick-or-treaters to your haunted mansion. Always maintain a well-lit area to prevent accidents and to monitor ghosts and goblins as they approach. Use pumpkin-inspired pa­ per lanterns to do the trick. Have the kids draw jacko-lanterns on paper lunch bags, cut out the eyes, nose and mouth and add several inches of sand to the bottom of each bag. Place a small vo­ tive candle in a glass jar, po­ sition on the sand and light for an eerie trick-or-treat ex­ perience. Fright Light: Whether your costume is scary or sweet, always wear lightweight and lightly col­ ored clothing and remember to carry a flashlight to navi­ gate through the dark night. Try adding a recognizable patch or reflector to a child's costume to make sure they are easily spotted. with a white c l o t h cove ring a that kids' favorite treats are candy and gum. Give trickor-treaters what they want this year and fill your bowl with Life Savers Halloween Gummies. Kids love them for their adventurous flavors and gummy texture and par­ ents like the lower calorie, fat-free treat option. You can also use gummies to top sea­ sonal cupcakes, cookies and cakes. 'Boo' in Your Basket: According to the National Confectioners Association (www.CandyUSA.org), 93 percent of children go "trickor-treating," making candy the focus of the door-to-door Halloween ritual. So why not give some special attention to the way you pass out your candy selection? Make your treat bowl the most memora­ ble in the neighborhood and give it a costume of its own. Decorate your treat basket with a witch's broom and hat or create a ghostly silhouette Carry in Style: Making a one-of-a-kind trick-or-treating bag with in­ expensive materials is a fun way to involve kids in Hal­ loween preparation. Grab an old pillowcase or bag and let kids decorate it to match their costume or favorite Halloween creature. Adding designs is easy with fabric paints, ribbon and buttons. Cook before they Collect: round table. Costumes are no longer just for kids. Choos­ ing which candy t o pass out is a tough decision. NCA surveys reveal Gummy Mummy: In addition to choosing a guilt-free treat for trick-ortreaters cook a wholesome meal before sending your goblins and ghosts into the night. Serve a Halloween themed meal like grilled cheese sandwiches cut into tombstone shapes with an enchanted forest of brocco­ li. Add "Boo" and "R.I.P" in ketchup to make them smile. Sending your trick-or-treat­ ers out on a full stomach will prevent them from over eat­ ing their Halloween goodies. "Chews" Gum: After the kids sample their basket treats, suggest they chew gum. According to the American Dental Associ­ ation (ADA), chewing sugarfree gum, like Eclipse, Orbit or Extra, helps reduce tooth decay. Let the kids indulge a little during the special holiday, but don't forget the importance of oral hygiene and brushing and flossing your teeth before bed and af­ ter every meal. They'll need those fangs again next year. wCourtesy of ARAcontent Forget to buy your costume? Now that's scary! (ARA)—Halloween is around the corner. You run to your local retailer to find a costume, but all the cute ones are gone. What do you do—a ghost again? Not necessarily, says Jocelyn Leiser Herndon, an instructor in Fashion De­ sign at The Art Institute of California - San Francisco. "Two simple costume ideas that are great for both kids and adults are 'The Cat in the Hat' and a witch," says Herndon. Several years ago, says Herndon, her brother came for a visit on Hallow­ een. Short on time, Herndon had him purchase a black shirt and pants. With red and white felt to make the hat and a small amount of black fabric to make a tail she built around a coat hanger, Hern­ don finished off the costume using a pair of white gloves. "For the witch, just about any black dress paired with striped socks or tights and black boots or shoes will do the trick," she says. For the hat, Herndon suggests pick­ ing up an inexpensive hat at any Halloween store (there are usually lots of these left, even after Halloween). Another great costume for an adult is a cobweb. Pick up some cobweb printed fabric and make a poncho out of it by cutting a hole in the center for your head and wear with black clothes. For men, get a shirt that has spiders on it. For ladies, pick up a pair of spider covered tights (avail­ able at Halloween or specialty Halloween candy can be deadly for pets (ARA)—It was early No­ vember, and Dr. Gregory S. Hammer, a veterinarian in Dover, Del., was treating a miniature poodle that was very sick. So sick, in fact, that it was suffering seizures. Af­ ter a detailed examination of the pet and a conversation with the owners, Dr. Hammer determined that the cause of the animal's problem was chocolate poisoning. This case occurred a few days after Halloween, and the pet had been left at home all day with ready access to Hal­ loween candy. Dr. Hammer estimated that the dog con­ sumed the candy that morn­ ing, and, by the time the pet owners returned home, it was already too sick to recover. The dog died a short time lat­ er. This isn't the only patient that Dr. Hammer has lost due to chocolate poisoning, espe­ cially after Halloween. Sadly, it's relatively common. That's why Dr. Hammer, president of the American Veterinary Medical Associa­ tion (AVMA), advises all his clients to take caution during holidays when there may be sweets around the house, par­ ticularly Halloween. Holidays are a lot of fun for families, but may, be dangerous and stressful for animals, particu­ larly dogs. Dr. Hammer says that Hal­ loween candy is unhealthy for dogs in two ways: chocolate toxicity and bowel obstruc­ tions. Chocolate is poison­ ous to dogs. The darker the chocolate, the more deadly it is. That's because it's the co­ coa -- which some researchers say is beneficial for people to consume ~ that is the deadly ingredient for dogs. Baker's chocolate is the most danger­ ous because it has the high­ est cocoa content. But even if candy isn't chocolate, it can still be potentially deadly for dogs. For instance, an over ex­ cited dog may swallow a can­ dy whole, resulting in a bowel obstruction a few days later. "Obviously, the solution for that is to put the candy up," Dr. Hammer says."Many chil­ dren like to come home after going house to house on Hal­ loween and dump their bags out on a coffee table or on the floor to see what they've got. Put the candy away in a cabinet. Don't leave it unat­ tended." Dr. Hammer notes that among his clients he's noticed that dogs most commonly suf­ fer unduly with stress on Hal­ loween. Naturally protective of their home, dogs are sensi­ tive to having many strang­ ers stop by for a short visit on the front stoop and ring the doorbell. Cats, alternatively, may be a little scared on this holiday, but they generally deal with it by hiding until it's over, Dr. Hammer explains. For dogs that do find Hal­ loween overwhelming, Dr. Hammer said that the're are medications available. "Some­ times I advise clients that an anti-anxiety medication is a good idea for a dog that is hav­ ing troubles on Halloween, and sometimes a tranquilizer can help the animal deal with it?' Dr. Hammer says. "Some­ times to avoid a problem with a dog that gets into property damage due to stress, it's ad­ visable to board a pet on Hal­ loween to avoid that anxiety. If you know your pet is prone to problems on Halloween, speak to your veterinarian now and make plans to help relieve the stress on your pet, or, if necessary, to remove your pet from this stressful environment for a day." The AVMA Web site, www. avma.org, offers a great deal of information on this and other health issues for pets. Courtesy of ARAcontent hosiery stores). For an added touch, buy a big furry spider from the decoration aisle and attach it to your head with hair pins or elastic as if it's the spider in the web. For the minimalist, a scary face is a simple way to go on Halloween. There are many good one-time-use inexpen­ sive latex scarves available in all sorts of shapes and sizes these days, says Herndon. To enhance the "boo" factor, Herndon uses the following fake blood recipe (not suitable for eating, she cautions): 1 ounce red food coloring 1 tablespoon blue food col­ oring 2 ounces water 1 pint light corn syrup Combine ingredients. Scare at will. To learn more about The Art Institutes, visit www.artinstitutes.edu/nz. The Art Institutes (www. artinstitutes.edu) is a sys­ tem of more than 35 locations located throughout North America providing an impor­ tant source of design, media arts, fashion and culinary arts professionals. Courtesy of ARAcontent PUBLIC NOTICE Let it be known during a due diligence environmental testing of the Old Beaver Creek High School Property it was discovered the Ashe County Poor Farm Cemetery was located on the land, which is now known as the Beaver Creek Industrial Park. Plans are underway to relocate the Cemetery to a spot in the lower section of the property. Under General Statute 65-13 this notice is asking the next-of-kin, or anyone who knows any of the persons buried in the cemetery or can provide additional information on the individuals buried there, please contact the Ashe County Planning Department Director, Zack Edwardson - 336-219-2501 or Jim Reeves, Vannoy and Reeves Attorney At Law - 336-246-7172. Persons believed to be buried there are as follows: Lawrence Brown, Murray Eastridge, Bennie Griffin, Cleve Hurley, Ace Miller, Millie Perry, Suzy Pope, Celia Mitchell Pugh, Sara Pu William Richardson, Sherf Riley, Martha Pennington Shaw, Jesse Willard and two persons with only surnames Francis and Plumme All persons listed were buried between 1914 and 1950. i 4 e b d IV 5 o; C E a ti H u. 81 Ft 9-Month CD 3-Month CD .00lAPY* Limited Time Only! 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St( tir th: cia un cis act em adt eve wit sisi �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2007 PAGE 9B HALLOWEEN Frightfully fun Halloween decor ideas (ARA) - Any kid who's ever jumped out from behind a bush to surprise a friend can tell you giving—and get­ ting —a good scare can be great fun. Modern Hallow­ een has become a uniquely American homage to our love for a good, clean fright. "Halloween isn't just for kids in Spiderman costumes carrying plastic pumpkin buckets," says Kim Boyd, chief "spook-tologist" for the Johnson Smith Company. Boyd's family business has been selling novelty items, including Halloween decora­ tions, since 1914. "According to the American Retail Asso­ ciation, only Christmas sur­ passes Halloween in terms of how much people spend on decorating," she says. That means a lot of adults are spending a lot of money each year on Halloween deco­ rations, Boyd observes. "Just as families add to their col­ lection of Christmas decora­ tions year after year, a lot of adults take pride in improv­ ing and expanding their col­ lection of Halloween decor." Modern Halloween deco­ rations have gone far beyond cardboard skeletons and hand-carved jack-o'-lanterns. Now there's something for every boy and ghoul - from the serious collector to the casually creepy -- to fit in vir­ tually every budget. Cheesy, campy, frolicsome or down­ right bone-chilling, whatever your Halloween decorating style, Boyd and her cohorts at www.ThingsYouNeverKnew. com offer some ideas for dec­ orations sure to set just the right mood this All Hallows' Eve: • "Keep your audience in mind," Boyd advises. "When choosing decorations for kids, remember that your goal is for that initial squeal of surprise to be followed by giggles and laughter. A nice jar of Bubbling Eyeballs, a Coffin Fogger, or Haunted Shaking Chandelier can do the trick." If you're expecting teens or adults to be haunting your abode this Halloween, you can amp up the fear factor with some gruesome masks or the ever-popular Headless Corpse (equally affective on your coffee table as on your front lawn), Bloody Baby, or Twitching Cleavered Head. • "You don't have to mur­ der your budget just to scare the life out of someone," says Boyd. Consider adding small, inexpensive items, like a string of shrunken heads, vi­ nyl replicas of human organs that pulse with multi-colored light, or even a bleeding hu­ man skull candle to your Hal­ loween decor. All can be had for less than $10 an item. • To inspire screams—and a sheer adrenaline rush— nothing beats action or sound by an object one thought was inanimate. Decorations like the Life-Size Glowing Mum­ my are doubly diabolic. The victim knows the mummy is supposed to be a spirited dec­ oration, but doesn't expect the 6-foot-tall figure to groan and glow when approached. A motion activated ghoul, called a Spazm, can have the same effect. As a visitor ap­ proaches, the seated, shack­ led figure begins quivering and panting. Definitely at the higher end of the spec­ trum, and probably most ap­ pealing to serious collectors, the mummy sells for $169.98 at www.thingsyoqneverknew. com, while the Spazm is available for $179.98. A set of motion- and sound-activated Possessed Books could do the trick at $24.98. For more fiendishly fun Halloween decorating ideas, visit www.thingsyouneverknew.com or call (800) 2320962 to request a catalog. Courtesy of ARAcontent Celebrate Halloween—without trick or treating ATk 1 _ MS) - Tvinlr nr.f rnofinrr or\rl Trick-or-treating and Halloween go together, well, like witches and black cats. For years it has been a cus­ tom to haunt the neighbor­ hood dressed in costume and coax the residents into filling, bags full of treats or tricks. However, trick-or-treat­ ing has always posed a set of real dangers, beyond spooky, costumed creatures. Parad­ ing around at night (Hal­ loween conveniently falls around the start of daylight savings time for this part of the world) makes it difficult for pedestrians and drivers to see trick-or-treaters. Plus, this day of joy and controlled chaos for children can be the ideal time for a child predator to attempt something danger­ ous. Sad but true. That's why many choose to nlrirv Iko *-**» • r-Antlxrr .1 skip the trick-or-treating and look for safer - yet equally fun - activities instead. Here are some spooktacular alterna­ tives: 1. Haunted gathering: A chaperoned, organized Hal­ loween party is as good as scouring the neighborhood for treats, wit a lot less mile­ age. If guests still want a feel of hunting for treats, organize a scavenger hunt around the house with clues pointing to hidden candy treats or ghast­ ly tricks. You can even make your event a themed Hallow­ een party (where everyone is required to dress in a par­ ticular way: pirates, jungle, Hawaiian, etc.) and everyone votes on the best costume. 2. The shopping circuit: Many towns and individual retailers organize trick-or- treating jaunts in area «Anll malls or shopping plazas. This way children can visit reputable stores in a safe manner and come home with candy, cou­ pons and more. 3. Spooky sleepout: The crisp, autumn weather can be the ideal time to sleep un­ der the stars ... or amid the tombstones. Invite a small gathering of brave friends to stake out their spots in the backyard. Scary ghost stories, s'mores and "truth or dare" type activities are a must on All Hallows Eve. 4. Treat-tasting event: What baking cookies does for Christmas, treat-tasting can do for Halloween. Invite a group of friends over to concoct and sample a host of devilishly delicious dishes. Or, host a Halloween pot l Make your own 'ghastly garland' Supplies and Tools: •String-along Poms, black •Textured yarn: black, green multicolored, green rib­ bon—1 skein each • 1/8' yard purple tulle •15 black chenille stems •Craft foam sheets: 1 or­ ange, 1 green, 3 purple •Sticky-back craft foam sheets: 2 black, 1 white •Wiggle eyes •Scissors and pinking shears •Purple embroidery floss, 1 skein •Alphabet template, op­ tional •Tacky glue •Hole punch •Push pins Directions: 1. Create ornaments: a. Pumpkins: Cut two 5-inch orange craft foam circles. Deco­ rate with wiggle eyes, black craft foam nose and mouth, and green craft foam stem and leaf. b. Monsters: Cut two 5-inch flower pot shaped green craft foam pieces. Decorate with wiggle eyes, green craft foam nose, round orange craft foam cheeks, chenille stem smile and black craft foam hair. Gather 5- by 10-inch tulle, wrap short end with floss to form fan shape and glue to the back. c. Bats: Cut seven 8-inch bat shaped purple craft foam piec­ es. Cut BEWARE! letters out of white craft foam then glue onto bats. Glue on wiggle eyes. d. Spiders: Six 3-inch circles of black craft foam. Place eight 6-inch chenille stem legs be­ tween two circles, then glue to­ gether to form one spider. Glue eyes on both sides of spiders. 2. Attach the String-along Poms to the wall with push pins to make assembly easier. Allow about a foot of Poms to hang down on each end. 3.Attach ornaments to Poms using chenille stems or yarn. Cut the black and green multi­ colored yarns together in vari­ ous lengths and tie between each pom-pom. Cut green rib­ bon yarn and tie so the tails stick out above the garland. Do the same with scraps of purple tulle. Approximate Crafting Time: 3 hours Skill Level: No experience needed ABSOLUTE AUCTION Saturday, October 27,2007 • 11:00 am i i i luck where everyone brings their own favorites. There are plenty of recipes out there, but here's a quick idea: Crush an Oreo® pre-made pie crust to create chocolate crumbs (much easier than separat­ ing the cream from the cook­ ies and crushing). Use the crumbs to coat frosting on cupcakes or cakes, or to cover pudding. The result looks like dirt and can be used to create small-scale gravesites, earth­ worm homes and so many other spooky ideas. Plus, it's the best-looking - and besttasting - dirt you'll ever de­ vour. 5. Be charitable: Less-for­ tunate children in shelters or orphanages also want to experience the joys of Hallow­ een. See if you can organize a scary movie viewing (tailor the scariness factor to the age of the audience), or throw a Halloween bash for them to enjoy. Who knows, you may be able to get a local restau­ rant or store to donate some food or supplies. Not only will you have fun,.you'll create an enjoyable evening for a lot of others who can use a smile n and a t,rp.it TF07A954 TELEPHONE! TOWN HALL MEETING i PLEASE JOIN 0 CONGRESSWOMAN VIRGINIA FOXX # (NC - O 5 ) Beautiful custom built home with 2.71 acres and a guest/rental home. Minutes from Mount Rogers National Recreation Area in the Volney community of Grayson County, VA. This beautiful home is ready to move into! 3 bedrooms, 4 full baths, kitchen, dining room, laundry room. The large den has cathedral ceilings and a beautiful rock fireplace. The home has oak floors, ceramic tile, carpet and central heat and air. Masterbath features a whirlpool tub and shower. There is a fourth bedroom over the attached garage and an in-ground 18'x36' pool. THIS HOME IS A DREAM COME TRUE! There is a bonus 1-1/2 story, 22'x24' guest or rental home on this 2.71 acre property. The guest home has 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, kitchen and living room. THIS GREAT PROPERTY IS LOCATED JUST MINUTES FROM MT. ROGERS NATIONAL RECREATION AREA-HORSE TRAILS, HIKING, WILDLIFE, SCENIC MOUNTAINS. IT HAS IT ALL! OCTOBER 30, 2007 FROM 7:30 TO 8:30 P.M. TERMS: Real Estate, Absolute Auction: 10% down day of sale with balance in 30 days .at closing. TWO VEHICLES WILL BE AUCTIONED DUE TO CONFIRMATION OF SELLER: 2000 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible: 360 HP, Alloy Wheels • 2002 Ford Lariat: 6.0 Automatic 4WD, Diesel, Dually Directions: From Independence, VA, lake US Rt. 58 16.8 miles to Volney. These properties are located across from the Log House Trading Post and Restaurant at the intersection of Rt. 16 and Rt. 58. Sale conducted for Walter and Rosella Conklin. Announcements made day of sale take precedence over all printed material. 2£IT Alderman Auction and Associates, LLC TELEPHONE TOWN HALL MEETING Regarding Issues Facing Congress PLEASE CALL 1-877-850-4133 PASSWORD: FOXX 7338 Carrollton Pike, Galax, VA 24333 • 276-236-3335 Richard Alderman Nathan Lyons Kenneth Sells Bobby Choate Jim Handy Rex Bartlett VAAL#422 NC4119 276-238-8373 276-233-1525 276-783-3851 VAAL# 1520 276-236-6695 276-579-6363 VAAL#3I85 336-573-3469 www.aldermanauction.com PAID FOR BY OFFICIAL FUNDS AUTHORIZED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES. , �I AC.I I()B FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department 80-Places to Go Policy CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm 100-General Services CLASSIFIED DEADLINES JL •ijW' Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) PIANO SERVICE Call for free estimate Larry Carmichael 336-372-4247 Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. Charges Rates depend on size of ad and number of runs. Please call Classified Dept. for information. Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 (We accept personal check, Visa or Master Card) Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 e-mail: classified© jeffersonpost.com Web: www.jeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANKYOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advortiso any preferences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex. handicap, financial status or national origin includes children un­ der the age ot 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant womon & people securing custody of chll-. dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accopt any advertising for legal estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are here by informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found 4 year old salt & pepper Schnauzer lost close to Dollar Mart and Jail in Jefferson Last seen wearing a plaid collar and an swers to Bailey. The hildren miss there dog dearly. Reward for safe return no ques tions asked. Call VickJ ie 620-3145. Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 140-Help Wanted 7 day, 6 night Disney area stay. Two adult tickets. Paid $750, sacrifice $290. Good for one year. 336-205-0116. STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem, NC Phone:336-768-1177 Res.:336-468-8802 Bill Shugart 140-Help Wanted ATTENTION CNA I'S: PT and FT positions for Home Care in Ashe, Watauga and Avery County. Premium Pay- Labor & Delivery RN 7pm to 7am In-Store Demonstrators Sunflower Sales, Pros, a national staffing agency, is looking for individuals to execute in-store demonstrations in the West Jefferson area. Must be able to engage shoppers to demonstrate products, promote brands and distribute samples and brochures, Excellent position for those who want to work mostly weekends part-time. To apply Call:(800)7684650. ext.18425. J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 Mechanic and mechan­ ic helper need to have there own tools. Apply in person at Bill's Ga­ rage. 500-Mobile Homes for Sale I l i l DRIVERS - CDL A: 235-Christmas F/T, $50K + full bene­ Trees fits. No touch loads, new tractors. 4 open­ Field of Fraser Fir ings! Lily Transporta­ Christmas Trees, tion: 800-248-5459 Approximately 2,850, x346. EOE never cut out Early Intervention Spe­ of, 7-10 ft, mostly 8-9 Will cut and cialist needed to work ft, one on one with chil­ bale Call 828-964-6554 If you are a dedicated, responsible person then Appalachian Brian Estates is looking for you. Our Dietary De­ partment has openings for Full-time and Parttime workers. Must be able to work some weekends and some week days. Only seri­ ous applicants apply in person at 163 Shadowline Dr. Boone NC. EOE BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent Seven room farm Ashe Memorial Hospi­ house 1 bath, applian­ tal is seeking a two ces furnished. NO full-time Labor & PETS! $650/mo, $650 Delivery RNs. The deposit required. individual must be a For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. (336)384-3913. RN registered by the Shotgun Reloading state of North Carolina, Press, 20 GA. $75 -pruce Hill Apts Appli­ current, CPR certifica­ Call 336-877-0159 cations are now tion, 2 years practi­ being accepted for cal The Jefferson Post Housing for labor & delivery and has FREE Senior Citizens post partum nursing at Spruce Hills wooden pallets. experience and previ­ Just come by Apartments in ous computer expe­ and pick them up. West Jefferson, NC rience preferred. Salary "One bedroom, commensurate with unfurnished energy 310-Musical experience, good efficient apartments benefits and excellent 'Handicapped working conditions. Grands - Consoles accessible Mail resume to Human new & rebuilt - We "Rent based on Resources, Ashe Me­ lease, buy, move, tune, applicants income morial Hospital, refinish & rebuild Section 8 assistance 200 Hospital Ave., pianos Jefferson, NC 28640 Acme - Piano Man or fax resume to 800-745-3950 C»M1. HOVftMO (336)846-0706 or email to hrOashe330-Pets available memorial.org Visit Did you know that if our website at you are giving away www.ashememorial.org an animal or item , for more details about you can list it for free the position. For more information, in the Classifieds. Call 336-246-9163 Call 846-7164 for TDD# 1 -800-735-2962 230-Farm & more information Mileage and Health In­ surance available after 90 days. Call Tammy Garden Equip. & Jones at (800) 7907483 Toll Free. $100 Supplies sign-on bonus 2 Cable Baler's 4 yrs available. old, asking 3000.00 ea. dren, birth-3yrs. old. Experience working with young children with special needs is preferred. Ability to pro­ vide parent education and knowledge of child development is a must. Home Care offers ex­ cellent training and pay for qualified applicants. Please call Home Care Management for an ap­ plication at 1-888-8785199 or fax your re­ sume to 828-264-0755. 300Miscellaneous For sale : Fraser Fir Christmas trees #1 and better: 125 9-10 foot, 700 8-9 foot. 336-8775158 or 336-977-6705. Ask for Edward Hartzog. Fraser Fir Christmas Trees available in all sizes. Call for Pricing 336-877-7167 260-Garage/Yard Sales Big Moving Sale Saturday Oct. 27th 7:00 a.m. - until Mountain View Rd. 227 Graybeal Calloway Lane Jefferson First Assembly Of God Chuch Yard Sale - Rain or Shine Saturday, October 27th 7:00 am until 210 Faw Roland Street Jefferson, NC 28640 Phone: 336-846-4444 Located across from the entrance of Leviton and Gates Plant. Fundraiser for the church! free kittens 3 males, white and gray, 1 1 long silver-blue, haired tabby. Call 877-2649 Two cheerful beautiful parakeets, large bird cage, books, toys, food. Retail $150, sale price $75. 336-8774890 or 336-977-6371. 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 Old barns and chimneys in Ashe Co., will remove. 336-8773124. One ton truck with dump bed. 336-8773124. 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 Copy and payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tuesday Edition Friday by 9 am Friday Edition Wednesday by 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. 60-Cleaning Services Commercial or residen­ tial cleaning. For more information call 977-1599 or 977-4933. ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. Check Out the Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers FALL SPECIAL: 1400 sq ft home. 3 or 4 bed­ rooms.... 2x6 exterior walls thermopane win­ dows.. crown moldingleaded glass front door elevated roof pitch with 12 inch eaves!!! One piece fiberglass tubs only $54,900.00 set and delivered with pier footers!!! BEST deal in 3 counties.... New Gen­ eration Homes 336973-4462. First time home buy­ ers!!! Government backed loans!! No down payments. DoublewidesModularsLand home packages...Turn key New Generation Homes of Wilkesboro 336-973-4462 RENTERS!! tired of paying rent? Govern­ ment backed loans!! Easy financing... Low interest New Genera­ tion Homes of Wilkesboro 336-973-4462 530-Tots~& Acreage Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 1195-Legals NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY GREGORY WAYNE HEMRICK, JR Plaintiff VS. MARY JANE HEMRICK Defendant. FILE NO. 07-CVD-352 FILM NO. IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DIVISION 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent This is the 16 day of October, 2007. JOHNSTON JOHNSTON AND By: John C. Johnston ATTORNEYS FOR PETITIONERS Post Office Box 398 Jefferson, North Caroli­ na 28640 Telephone (336) 246-3311 Homes! Homes! Homes! Financing! Fi­ nancing! STOP rent­ ing BUY NOW!! Low interest rate Govern­ ment backed Loans! New Generation Homes of Wilkesboro 336-973-4462. NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY NOTICE TO CREDITORS I have 8 clearance models that must go. Save thousands, new credit programs, land home packages, modulars, double wides and single wides. Get your new home for Christ­ mas. Call Big George Available to rent Febru­ 336-981-4194 or 336Please ary 10-17, 2008. For 902-6372. Daytona week. St. Au­ leave message. gustine Beach Resort NEW GENERATION town house. 2 bed­ HOMES... WHERE room, sleeps 6, with CONSTRUCTION fully equipt kitchen. 51 COUNTS! Quality 2x4 miles or 1 hour to inter­ construction through national speedway in out our homes!! 40% Daytona Beach. $1200 more lumber in our or will sell floating time homes!!! Come and share week for $9,900. see for yourself!! 5 year 336-877-8842. warranty with every home we sell offering FOR QUICK the finest manufactured RESULTS! home in Wilkesboro Need to advertise a 336-973-4462. place for rent? List it in our "for rent" RED HOT HOME sections. SALE!!! First Come Call us at First Sold. 8 New 336-846-7164 Homes Must Go. Dou­ ble Wides, Singles Wides, 2 Land Homes and Modular Homes. Call Freedom Homes Wilkesboro 336-9732335. 2 bedroom mobile home on private lot with deck and view of new river, $450/mo. plus deposit and refer­ ences. 982-2266 or 982-2908. BIG RESULTS! Bradford A. Bottger, having qualified as Ex­ ecutor of the Estate of JoAnn M. Bottger, late of Henrico County, Vir­ ginia hereby notifies all persons, firms and cor­ porations having claims against the Estate of said deceased, to ex­ hibit them to: Bradford A. Bottger, 10 Fairview Farm Road, Redding, CT 06896, on or before Jan. 18, 2008, or this notice will be pleaded in bar in their recovery. All persons indebted to said Estate please make immediate pay­ ment. This is the 21st day of August, 2007. Bradford A. Bottger/ Executor 10 Fairview Farm Road Redding, CT 06896 J.Gary Vannoy Attorney for the Estate of JoAnn M. Bottger VANNOY, COLVARD, TRIPLETT& VANNOY,PLLC Post Office Box 1388 North Wilkesboro, NC 28659 (336)667-7201. Friends Don't Let Friends Drive Drunk! Appalachian Ski Mtn. www.ieffersonpost.com is now taking applications from enthusiastic, customer service oriented individuals for fulltime seasonal employment for the upcoming ski season beginning November 16th. Applications are being accepted for the following areas: Holiday Decor Ornaments * Wreaths • Swags Arrangements • Oil Paintings Furniture Very Best in Lamps & Accesories Snowmaking Reservations Nursery Office Security Ski Shop Equipment Rentals Open Weekdays 9:30 - 5:00 • Saturday 9:30 - 2:00; w mti Diversified Interiors & Accessories, Inc. Hwy 421 W.Wilkesboro (next to McLean Floor Covering) 336-973-3005 Restaurant Ice Skating Lift Operations Gift Shop Terrain Park Ticket Cashiers , Ji NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Municipal Elections will be held in Ashe County in the towns of Jefferson, Lansing and West Jef­ ferson on Tuesday, No­ vember 6th, 2007. The polls will be open at 6:30 A.M. and will close at 7:30 P.M. Having qualified as Ex­ ecutor of the Estate of Laura Elizabeth Mitch­ ell, late of Ashe Coun­ ty, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 141 Waddell Avenue West Jeffer­ son, NC 28694 on or before the 5th day of January 2008, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate pay­ ment to the under­ signed. STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF WILKES The following offices will be submitted to the voters; Jefferson, May­ or & 2 Alderman each for a 4 yr term, Lans­ ing, Mayor, & 2 Alder­ man each for a 4 year term & 1 Alderman for a 2 yr unexpired term and West Jefferson, Mayor, & 2 Alderman This is the 2nd day of each for a 4 yr term. October, 2007. The registration books will close on Friday, October 12th, 2007 at 5:00 PM. There will be NO form of Absentee Voting in the November 2007 Municipal Elec­ tions. Ron McCoy Executor for the Estate of Laura Elizabeth Mitchell NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE DISTRICT COURT DI­ VISION 0_CVD File No: 7CV01250 NOTICE OF PROCESS BY PUBLICATION Brian Keith Benge Plaintiff, vs. Tiffany Benge Defendant. To: Tiffany Benge, De­ fendant TAKE NOTICE THAT a pleading seeking re­ lief against you has been filed in the aboveentitled action. The na­ ture of the relief being sought is as follows: an Absolute Divorce. YOU ARE REQUIRED to make defense to such pleading not later than the 26th day of November, 2007, said date being forty (40) days from the date of the first publication of this notice. Upon your failure to do so, the party seeking relief against you will apply to the court for the re­ lief sought. THIS the 16th day of October. 2007. Subscribe to the Jefferson Post today! Call 846-7164 Dated this the 21st day of September 2007 Ralph G Bare, Chairman Ashe County Board of Elections mm NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as CO-Executor of the Es­ tate of Shirley Mozelle Harless, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all per­ sons having claims against said estate to present them to the un­ dersigned at 980 Buffa­ lo Road West Jeffer­ son, NC 28694 on or before the 5th day of January, 2008, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All persons indebted to the estate will please make immediate pay­ ment to the under­ signed. OPEN HOUSE !!! ONE DAY ONLY!!! Now Hiring: CREW MEMBERS For our BOONE store! Tar Heel Capital, one of the largest Wendy's franchises in the chain, has openings for crew members in its Flagship store in Boone, Earn up to $8 /hr. While you learn the restaurant business! Local positions are also available This is the 2nd day of October, 2007. 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The office is sons having claims TO: MARY JANE open Monday through against said estate to Friday from 8 to 12 and present them to the un­ HEMRICK 1 to 5. The phone dersigned at 349 N. Recreation road Wil­ TAKE NOTICE that a number is 219- 2570. kesboro, NC 28697 on pleading seeking relief facilities or before the 5th day of against you has been Registration filed in the above enti­ and polling places are January, 2008, or this tled special proceed­ accessible to the elder­ Notice will be pleaded ings. The nature of the ly and handicapped. In in bar to their recovery. relief sought is as fol­ the case of a voter not All persons indebted to being able to enter the the estate will please lows: polling place, they may make immediate pay­ Plaintiff is seeking a di­ vote curbside during ment to the under­ vorce from the Defend­ the hours that the polls signed. ant based on one are open. This is the 1st day of year's continuous sep­ The Ashe County October, 2007. aration. Board of Elections will You are required to meet on Monday No­ Wilson Eric Bare, make defense to such vember 5th at 5:00 Christopher Shane pleading not later than P.M. at the office, Suite Bare November 27, 2007, 2100 on the second Executor/Administrator and upon your failure floor of the Courthouse, for the Estate of to do so, the party in Jefferson. Canvass Franklin D. Bare seeking service against will be on Tuesday, No­ you will apply to the vember 13th, 2007 at Court for the relief 11:00 AM, in the office in Jefferson. sought. For sale by owner 1987 14x60, 2 bed, 1 bath, $3500 good condition. 977-2265 Jason, or (336)838-5285 Mark. ' Yard Sale Saturday Oct. 27th 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. ladies clothing, miscellaneous house hold items and much more! 816 Hill Crest Ave. West Jefferson 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 1195-Legals Edward Jn who provided •JL SS and death. are extended to isterS: dev. rXonnie J}oneS, dev. 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High Country based busi­ ness Gum Ridge Mill & Fly­ ing Pig Furniture has been chosen as one of the artists who will be collaborating on this project. "We are ex­ tremely excited about having our reclaimed wood products placed in this unique home and project" says co-owner Kristin Sevensky. "Gum Ridge Mill & Flying Pig Fur­ niture is all about the char­ acter of the North Carolina Mountains and our vision get underway by late Sep­ tember, putting the home on schedule for completion in time for display in the an­ nual Parade of Home in the fall of 2008. "We had great hopes for the potential of this partner­ ship from the very begin­ ning," says Becky Anderson, executive director of HandMade in America. "But we are already outracing our expectations. And this is only the beginning." Jack Cecil, president and CEO of Biltmore Farms, LLC, says, "We're pleased to be partners in what could be a model for other developers and builders. It's something Becky and I have talked about for years." When it debuts as a Show Home in 2008, the House will not only exemplify powerful Western North Carolina ar­ tistic and architectural tra­ fits perfectly with the HandMade House at the Ramble. Our reclaimed mountain wood floors, doors, tables and furniture are all custom and it was a pleasure to cus­ tomize them for this amaz­ ing project." The partners in this year­ long effort are HandMade in America, the Ashevillebased non-profit represent­ ing artists and crafts people, and Biltmore Farms, LLC, developer of The Ramble Biltmore Forest. During the summer of 2007, they invit­ ed some 100 North Carolina artists representing a broad variety of approaches to fine arts and handcrafts ed to incorporate their work into the design of a custom home in Biltmore Farms' Ramble development in South Ashe­ ville. Foundation work on the HandMade House at the Ramble was scheduled to Lawn Care, Inc. 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NOW ONLY $12.99 NOW ONLY $24.99* j 'excludes diesel engines and hemis. Maximum 6 quarts of oil. Good through 10/31/2007. You must present this coupon to recieve this offer. Designed especially for Jefferson Post Readers. "excludes diesel engines. Good through 10/31/2007. J You must present this coupon to recieve this offer. Designed especially for Jefferson Post Readers. msmm ugH& jyoMiueex sabbx 0\Z • OUIEN MI »e S«N » j^OMiueaj. $0 \ > • • • d sabox 01Z » AUIRN MI s(ll« I^JQMUIEEX I O � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 26 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-10-26 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/993ca7e5bd86e26bd73035ed6d8b4c11.pdf 5475717f5129f13843a97d9eebea43a5 PDF Text Text • Local racer finishes ninth Tuesday page 6 October 30, 2007 • Industrial volleyball season begins page 6 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com Youth soccer league champs page 7 SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Volume 82, Issue 87 'You can't win' From behind bars, man writes home about drugs (Editor's note: On Jan. 18 2007, Michael A. Horton, now 37, was sentenced to 28 years in prison as a habitual felon. His projected release date is in 2029. In this remarkable— and unsolicited—letter to the editor, he talks about his life, and the impact, drugs have had on them. The Jefferson Post hopes that Mr. Morton's words of hard-earned wisdom may help young people in the community.) To Whom It May Concern: My name is Michael Horton. I get the Jefferson Post each week. All I see is people getting busted with drugs—a lot of people that I know also. I guess you didn't hear or read about me getting 28 years over drug charges. The system isn't playing games with drugs anymore and Sheriff James Williams isn't either, he's on a mission. Photo courtesy of NCDOC Michael Horton You can't win selling or doing drugs. You only hurt yourself or you hurt others (with) drugs. People will use you for drugs and act like they're your friends, but as soon as you stop or get busted they're someone else's friend. If you're doing the drugs yourself, you're killing your body and you will do anything to get them, and most likely break the law. The 28 years I got really made me open up my eyes. I've lost a lot: my kids, my wife, and my dreams, and parents. Everything is gone. I wake up looking forward to nothing and go to sleep looking forward to nothing. It's nothing here but gangs, people getting stabbed, and a thousand inmates with a lot of time and who don't care to kill you for looking in their room as you pass by. Do you want that in your life? I've seen a lot, even walked past Death Row in Central Prison, and seen the Death mz-. a Local racer honored Three die in wreck Max Hurley traveled to Henderson County to be accepted Into the East Coast Drag Times Hall of Fame. This is considered to be the highest award for drag racers and Max Hurley has been in drag racing for over 40 years. Max would like to express his gratitude to the citizens of Ashe County for all their support and help throughout his career! Town voters head to polls next week County Arts Center serves as the election site for West Jef­ Residents of Jefferson, ferson. Lansing residents will West Jefferson and Lansing cast their ballots at the fire will go to the polls next Tues­ station. day to choose mayors and al­ In the non-partisan races, dermen to lead their towns Jefferson Mayor Dana Tugfor the next four years. man has no competition for Election Day for Ashe re-election. Two seats are County's three incorporated open on the board of alder­ towns will take place on Nov. men with incumbents L.F. 6 with polls open from 6:30 "Junior" Anderson Jr. and a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Only regis­ Charles Caudill seeking re­ tered voters within the town election and newcomer Gwen limits are eligible to vote. Ashley seeking one of those There are 1,074 registered seats. voters in Jefferson, 1,086 in In West Jefferson, long­ West Jefferson and 135 in time Mayor Dale Baldwin is Lansing. challenged by newcomer Dale In Jefferson, residents Hudler. With two seats open vote at the lire station. Ashe on the board of aldermen, incumbents' Bob McCoy and Brett Summey face a I chal­ lenge from Tom Hanman, Donnie Miller and former alderman and current Fire Chief Grant Price. There is no competition in Lansing for Mayor Jason Ring or for Aldermen John Michael Powers and Dot Shupe. Ap­ pointed Aldermen Israel Church is seeking election to an unexpired term that ends in 2009. For more information about the election, call the Ashe County Board of Elec­ tions at 219-2570. More detailed information will be available in Friday's edition of the Post. The Ashe County Health Council, "A Healthy Carolin­ ians Task Force" was award­ ed their 4th Recertification as a Healthy Carolinians Partnership by the Gover­ nor's Task Force for Healthy Carolinians at a ceremony in Greensboro on Oct. 12. The Task Force has been work­ ing for the past 14 years to improve the health and qual­ ity of life in Ashe County. With the active support of its key partners, Ashe Memo­ rial Hospital, Appalachian District Health Depart­ ment, New River Behavioral Health Care, Ashe County Schools, Ashe Services for Aging, Ashe Partnership for Children, Ashe County De­ partment of Social Services, and NC Cooperative Exten­ sion Service Ashe Unit, it continues to join the hands of the community for health, happiness and healing by linians. The Governors Task Force has developed a set of rigorous standards that all partnerships must meet in order to be certified. The awards ceremony took place at the 2007 Healthy Carolinians Conference. Over 250 people, including members of the Governors Task Force, local health partnerships, and health constituents, attended the ceremony. Jeff Spade, chair of the Governors Task Force, recognized Ashe Healthy Carolinians as an essential component to the improve­ ment of overall health for the citizens of North Carolina. To learn more about the exciting work that is being done by Ashe Healthy Caro­ linians, or to join the Part­ nership, please contact Nan­ cy Kautz, chair, or Juliana Whitaker, project director, at 336-846-0781. i/v Linda Burchette Assistant Editor by Jim Thompson Editor northbound lane. There, it struck a Chev­ A truck driver faces charg­ rolet Avalanche driven by es of death by vehicle stem­ ' Thomas Cameron Simon, 62, ming from a Friday accident of Fleetwood. He and his pas­ that claimed the lives of three sengers, George Wesley Wig­ Ashe County residents. gins, 65, and Mary E. Wig­ At 6:05 p.m. Friday eve­ gins, 63, also of Fleetwood, ning, Curtis Isaac Mondy, were killed instantly. The 47, of St. Petersburg, Fla., three also had residences in was driving a tractor trailer Sarasota, Fla. east on U.S. 421. Near the According to a trooper on foot of what is locally called the scene, Mondy was ex­ Wilkes Mountain, he alleg­ ceeding the posted speed edly lost control of the truck, of 30 mph for truck." V ) which crossed the center line, mountain. No estimate ot bis overturned and slid into the actual speed at the time of See Horton, page 5 the accident was available. Wilkes Mountain is known as a dangerous stretch of road for trucks, and there are two runaway ramps just above where the accident occurred. Mondy was transported to Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center and was released Saturday morn­ ing after treatment. He was then arrested on three mis­ demeanor counts of death by vehicle and one count of reck­ less driving. He was incarcer­ ated ifi Forysth County jail under $6,000 bond. ACMS model for U.S. by Sheila Richardson Special to the Post and Staff Reports Ashe County Middle School was recognized this summer as one of the top middle schools in the nation by the International Center for Leadership in Education, and may receive more na­ tional recognition early next year. Each year, thousands of America's school administra­ tors, teachers, parents, busi­ ness leaders, and policymak- Photo courtesy of ACMSAshe County Middle School Media Specialist Sheila Richardson (from left), Principal Bobby Ashley and Assistant Principal Kim Ball. ers join together at one event for ideas and inspiration that place children first. The Model Schools conference, held this past July in the na­ tion's capital, is the nation's premier conference on K-12 education reform and one of the largest with over 8,000 participants each year. Schools are chosen as "models" based on their outstanding programs and dedication to rigorous and relevant education for all students. Ashe County Mid­ dle School was one of 10 midSee ACMS, page 5 Healthy Carolinians recertified Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffer8onpo8t.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com ft •4 providing a forum for com­ munity voices in developing, planning and implementing programs and services that improve health and quality of life. Certification for The Ashe County Health Council, "A Healthy Carolinians Task Force," means that this lo­ cal partnership has joined with 75 other certified part­ nerships across North Caro­ lina in working with Healthy Carolinians to secure optimal levels of health within each county. Ashe Healthy Caro­ linians has identified focus areas, established objectives and targets, and developed action plans that will im­ prove the health of residents within their county. In order for Ashe Healthy Carolinians to receive certification, the partnerships must submit an application to the Governors Task Force for Healthy Caro- Caregiver Celebration planned On Thursday, Nov. 8 from 5:30-7:30 p.m., Caregiver Celebration and Candlelight Reflections will be held at Ashe Services for Aging in West Jefferson. This will be an eve­ ning of entertainment, education and fun for community members caring for an older family member or friend. The event will help increase awareness about caregiving issues in Ashe and surrounding counties. November is National Family Caregiver Month as well as National Photo courtesy of Ashe Healthy Nancy Kautz, Brenda Walters, Juliana Whitaker, Jennifer Bryan, and Beth Fornadley of Ashe Healthy Carolinians accepted a 4th Recertification Award Oct. 12 in Greensboro from Jeff Spade, chair of the Governor's Task Force, and Mary Bobbitt-Cooke, executive director for Healthy Carolinians. Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month. For more information, contact Natasha Gouge at ASA at 246-2461 or Brenda Reece at (828) 2655434. Burning ban continues RALEIGH - The N.C. Division of Forest Resources wants to remind people that a state­ wide ban on all open burning remains in effect until further notice. The N»C. Division of Forest Resources has banned all open burning and canceled all burning permits. The burn ban became effective Oct. 15, due to drought conditions across the state that have made forest fuels, such as pine straw and branches, extremely dry. There have been more than 6,155 wildfires this year, burning more than 33,846 acres statewide. North Carolina has on average, over a 10-year period, 4,931 wildfires with an average of 20,008 acr^s being burned. The ban on open burning will be in effect until further notice. The issuing of new permits has been suspended until the ban is lifted. In addition to the $100 fine, people in violation of the open burning ban may have to pay court costs. �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Harold Dean Trivette North Wilkesboro, N.C. November 16,1957 October 25, 2007 Mr. Harold Dean Trivette, age 49, of Old Lankford Road, North Wilkesboro, died Thursday, October 25,2007 at Watauga Medical Center. Mr. Trivette was born November 16, 1957 in Ashe County to George Cecil and Mandy Lou­ ise Stanley Trivette. James H. Miller Akron, Ohio November 16, 1926 October 16, 2007 James H. Miller, age 80, passed peacefully on October 16,2007, at the V.N.S. Hospice on Ridgewood. Born November 16, 1926 in Apple Grove, N.C., to Vance and Floss Roten Miller, he served in the U.S. Army 19451947. He graduated from the University of Akron with an MBA where he also taught ac­ counting. Jim was employed by the General Tire Corpora­ tion for 33 years, serving as vice-president of the ChemPlastics Division, president of the Tire Division and retired as vice president of Admin: Nina Kathleen Hartzog Edwards Surviving are three daugh­ ters, Gail Trivette of Fleet­ wood, Nicole Harless of North Wilkesboro, Caroline Coffey of Lenoir; five brothers, Lonnie Trivette and wife Carolyn of Purlear, Paul Trivette and wife Fay of North Wilkes­ boro, John Trivette and wife Juanita of Deep Gap, James Trivette and wife Karen of Wilkesboro, Martin Trivette and wife Sarah of Hays; two sisters, Lillian Smith and husband George, Nancy Win­ ters all of North Wilkesboro; and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial services will be held 1:00 o'clock Satur­ day, October 27, 2007 at the home of Lonnie Trivette, 214 Harts Drive, Purlear. In Lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to American Cancer Society, 2200 Lake Blvd., At­ lanta, Georgia 30319. Miller Funeral Service in North Wil­ kesboro is in charge of the ar­ rangements. West Jefferson, NC December 15, 1925 October 23, 2007 Mr. Garfield Hamilton, age 81, of West Jefferson, passed away Tuesday morning at Margate Health and Rehab Center in Jefferson. Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Saturday at Boone Family Funeral Home Cha­ pel with Rev. Walter Kyle and Rev. Theodore Carlton officiating. Burial will follow in the Cox's Grove Cemetery. The family received friends from 7 til 9 Friday at Boone Family Funeral Home. Mr. Hamilton leaves to mourn his passing: two sons, Jackie Hamilton and Kevin Hamilton and wife, Aman­ da, all of Wilkesboro; three daughters, Leslie Hamilton, Tabitha Hamilton, and Kelly Hamilton Bare, and her hus­ band, Michael, all of Wilkes­ boro; two brothers survive, TV ' ' t \ •• 'V officiating. Burial followed in Bethany Cemetery, Carl and Joe Hamilton, both of West Jefferson; a sister, Myrtle Garrett of West Jeffer­ son; five grandchildren, Jus­ tin Bare, Skylar Bare, Kelsey Bare, Delacey Hamilton and Terrence Hamilton, all of Wil­ kesboro. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews, including Drucilla Boyd, who thought of him as a father and who was his caregiver. Four sisters and two broth­ ers preceded him in death. Mr. Hamilton was born in Ashe County to Lennie and Mamie Hamilton on Tuesday, December 15, 1925, as one of ten children. He worked many years for several fami­ lies. Later, he enjoyed work­ ing as a cook at various res­ taurants. He was a faithful member of St. John's Baptist Church as well as a deacon for many years. His dedicated service at St. John's was outstanding and will be greatly missed. THE ILLUSTRATED BIBLE // fjor everything God created is good, and nothing is to be rejected if it is received with thanksgiving... J n 1 TIMOTHY 4:4 © 2007 by King Features Syndicate. Inc. World rights reserved. 1 Vilas, N.C. December 14, 1926 October 25, 2007 Mr. James Kermit Wallace, age 81, of Vanderpool Road, Vilas, died Thursday morn­ ing, October 25,2007 at home. Born in Watauga County De­ cember 14,1926, he was a son of the late Roby and Erma Martin Wallace. Mr. Wal­ lace was an Army Veteran of WWII and was a member of Sutherland United Method­ ist Church. He was a farmer and was retired from Sprague Electric and Belks. Surviving are his wife, Margaret Donnelly Wallace, four sons; Jerry Wallace and wife Peggy of Creston, Char­ lie Wallace and wife Anna of Vilas, Doug Wallace and wife Mitzi of Boone, and Scott Wallace of Vilds, six grand­ children; Tammy Critcher of Boone, Darren Wallace of Boone, Daniel Wallace ofVilas, Andrew Wallace and Landon Wallace both of Boone, and Brittany Wallace of Charlotte, istration. Jim served on the boards of directors of Banc Ohio, National City Bank, The Davey Tree Company, Akron General Medical Center and OPRS (Ohio Presbyterian Retirement Services). He was an active member of the First Presbyterian Church of Akron and Portage Country Club. He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Eva; sisters, Helen Barr and Kathryn (Cecil) Proffitt; children, Sandy (Michael) Beetner, Dr. David (Kathy) Miller, Scott McLain, Jody McLain, Kara (Mark) Wilson; grandchildren, Tim (Kristy) Miller, Beth Miller, Sebastian Hobson, Riley Beetner, Kaitlin Beetner, Laina Wilson, Ceilia Wilson, Gretchen (Bri­ an) Beetner and Eric (Marie) Beetner. Services were held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 20, at the First Presbyterian Church of Akron, -with Dr. Mark T. Ruppert officiating. Entombment followed at Rose Hill Burial Park. Memorials may be made to The First Presbyterian Church of Akron, 647 E. Mar­ ket St., Akron, OH, 44304, or V.N.S. Hospice Care Center, 3358 Ridgewood Rd., Akron, OH, 44333. The family received friends West Jefferson, N.C. from 1 until 2 p.m. Thursday March 27, 1926 at Bethany United Methodist October 23, 2007 Church, prior to the service. Mrs. Nina Kathleen Hartz­ Mrs. Edwards is survived og Edwards, age 81, of West by her husband, Charles Ed­ Jefferson, the Baldwin Com­ wards of the home; one son, munity, passed away Tuesday Charles Edwards, Jr. of South morning October 23, 2007, at Boston, Virginia; a daughter, her residence. Barbara Edwards of Tampa, Mrs. Edwards was born Florida; a sister, Norma Yates in Ashe County on Saturday, of Fleetwood; two grandchil­ March 27,1926 to Turner and dren and several nieces and Hazel Cheek Hartzog. She nephews. was a homemaker. In lieu of flowers, memori­ Funeral services were held als may be made to the Betha­ Thursday, October 25 at 2 pm ny United Methodist Church at Bethany United Methodist or to a charity of the donor's church, with Rev. Lewis Poag, choice. Garfield Hamilton James Kermit Wallace five great grandchildren, four sisters; Edith Henson of Vi­ las, Mabel Hagaman of Trade, TN, Ella Mae Fletcher of Boone, and Geneva Hackney of Vincennes, Indiana, and three brothers; Argus Wal­ lace of Boone, R. C. Wallace of Mountain City, TN, and Bill Wallace of Sugar Grove. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Jack Wallace. Funeral services for Mr. James Kermit Wallace will be conducted Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock at the Sutherland United Methodist Church. Officiating will be Rev. Ricky Mitchell. Burial will follow at Mount Lawn Memorial Park and Gardens. Flowers are ac­ cepted or memorials may be made to the Sutherland Unit­ ed Methodist Church, in care of Martha Nelson, 208 Harri­ son Road, Boone, NC 28607. The family will receive friends Saturday evening from 6:30 until 8:30 at Austin & Barnes Funeral Home. Austin & Barnes Funeral Home and Crematory is serv­ ing the Wallace family. Helen Mae Eller Johnson Creston, N.C. July 20, 1927 September 9, 2007 Mrs. Helen Mae Eller John­ son, age 80, of Creston, died Sunday, September 9, 2007 at Watauga Medical Center. Funeral services were held on Wednesday, September 12, 2007 at 2pm at Three Top Baptist Church with Rev. Jim Miller, Rev. Keith Nanley and Rev. Bluford Eldreth officiat­ ing. Burial will follow in the Johnson Family Cemetery. The family received friends from 7:00-9:00 p.m. on Tues­ day, September 11, 2007 at Boone Family Funeral Home. Mrs. Johnson was born in Ashe County on Wednesday, July 20, 1927 to the late Fred Eller and Edith Patrick Eller. She was a machine operator at an electrical mfg. She is survived by a son, Jim Johnson, of Lansing; five daughters, Barbara Robbins, of Banner Elk, Wanda Rash, of Creston, Kathy Johnson, of West Jefferson, Carolyn Schurter, of West Jefferson and Pat Phillips, of Creston; two brothers, Ray Eller of Creston and Howard Eller, of Jeffer­ son; two sisters, Rosa Nunley, of Pelham, TN and Carol Spillman, of Yadkinville, NC; sixteen grandchildren; twen­ ty great-grandchildren; sev­ eral nieces and nephews also survive. Flowers accepted or me­ morials may be made to: Three Top Baptist Church, c/o Donna Lewis, 700 Three Top Road, Creston, NC 28615. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Domestic violence: a man's view , (Editor's note: A male vol­ unteer with A Safe Home for Everyone shares his perspec­ tive on domestic violence in this article.) October is Domestic Vio­ lence Awareness Month, and I want to be sure YOU are aware. Domestic violence crosses all social and eco­ nomic boundaries. It affects every one of us, every day of our lives. Ever wonder why an employee has stopped per­ forming well? Ever wonder why your friend has become withdrawn? Ever wonder why a young boy has become belligerent at school and his grades have fallen? Ever seen that blank stare in a little girl's eyes? All of these things mean YOU are affected by this shameful act we call do­ mestic violence. There are many people in Ashe County who believe that domestic violence is a problem in other counties, but certainly not in Ashe County. How halve yoh hre. How do I know? I have, vol­ unteered for A Safe Home for Everyone (A.S.H.E.) for the past two and one half years. Much to my sorrow they stay extremely busy. There are also times when A.S.H.E. works with women and chil­ dren from other counties or states because it is too dan­ gerous for them to stay near their home. A.S.H.E. also has to send women and children from Ashe to other counties or states sometimes for the same reasons. One other reason I feel qualified to speak about do­ mestic violence is my child­ hood. I lived with it every day. My father was an alcoholic whose rage grew in perfect proportion to his alcohol con­ sumption. My mother, broth­ er and I walked around the house like we were walking on eggshells, trying not to do or say anything that would A Safe Home for Everyone Benefit Concert "Songs of the Decades" Friday, November 9,2007 at 5:30pm, Ashe Civic Center Please come arid join us for a wonderful evening of entertainment by : Tonya Halsey's Vocal Studio Students They will be performing hits of today and songs from decades past. As you stroll down memory lane you will hear old favorites such as "At last" by Etta James, "Stop in the name of love, and Nancy Sinatra's "These boots Are Made for Walkin". Performers will also be in costumes representing each decade. Refreshments will be available. All proceeds will benefit A.S.H.E., a program of the Ashe County Partnership for Children. Representatives from A.S.H.E. will be available to answer any questions about Domestic Violence. TICKETS ON SALE NOW $2.00 per person For more information or tickets, please contact A.S.H.E. at 982-8851 SAVE THIS DATE : November 9th, 2007 set him off. The first time my wife visited our home she said you could cut the tension with a knife. To the victims of domestic violence in Ashe County, and everywhere for that matter, I would like to say the follow­ ing: 1. Leave while you still can. The violence only esca­ lates. 2. Your children deserve better and you are their only hope. 3. You are loved by plenty of people. Your hus­ band or boyfriend does NOT define who you are. 4. Help is a phone call away. Call A Safe Home for Everyone (A.S.H.E.) at 9828851. A safe place to stay is available. To the young women dating young men who are extremely controlling - I say run while you can. If you have any illu­ sion that things will get bet­ ter when you get married, you are DEAD wrong. Please do not wind up another statistic. Last, but certainly not least, is how fortunate Ashe County is to have such well qualified and well trained staff at A.S.H.E. These wom­ en go above and beyond the call of duty to help the victims of domestic violence. Because of these dedicated and caring women, I know that angels truly are among us. Grandfather offers seasonal discounts GRANDFATHER MOUN­ TAIN, NC—Whether it's for the opportunity to have lunch at Mildred's Grill or the chance to enjoy endless vistas cleared out by winter's chill, Grandfather Mountain's "secret season" pass is a treat for those who live and work in surrounding areas. The pass, good for November 1 through April 30, is a very affordable way to experience the Moun­ tain without the crush of sum­ mer crowds. Passes are $25 for an adult, which means the pass holder can visit every day for six months at a price less than the cost of two adult tickets. An individual child's pass, for those ages four to twelve years old, is $15 each. The group pass (good for six people traveling in the same vehicle) sells for $65 and pays for itself No Tricks—Just Treats! Wednesday, October 31 • 3-5 p.m. on the first visit. Frequently a "snow day" away from school can mean a "snow day" up on Grandfather Mountain. The Grandfather staff starts pushing snow be­ fore the flakes even stop fall­ ing because they want guests to be able to experience Grand­ father covered in snow. Open­ ing is delayed until all roads and paths can be cleared, but it is remarkable how quickly that gets accomplished. Secret Season passes go on sale November 1st at the Grandfather Mountain en­ trance gate or by mail at P.O. Box 129, Linville, NC 28646. Winter hours, weather permit­ ting, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visitors can check on current weather• conditions in winter by call­ ing the entrance gate at 828733-4337. The park is closed Thanksgiving and Christmas. WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND TRICK-OR-TREAT at the merchants in downtown West Jefferson! \ All ages welcome! Participating merchants will have a poster in their window. MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 �JEFFERSON POST TUESPAY/ OCTOBER 30, 2007 PAGE 3 COMMUNITY NEWS The Raleigh Report by Rep. Cullie Tarleton We rely on first responders to help us with everyday problems and protect us dur­ ing emergencies and disas­ ters. They are often on the frontline and risk their lives to keep us safe. I have per­ sonally benefited from the quick response of the Blow­ ing Rock Rescue Squad, so I have first hand knowledge of the benefits first responders provide us and I'm very grateful. My colleagues and I are also thankful for all of the sacrifices our first responders and their families make for all of us as they serve. This session we made several improvements to help our police, sheriffs, fire­ fighters, EMS personnel and other first responders. As always, thank you for your continued support. Please contact me if I can help with any questions or concerns you have. Budget Our budget contained sev­ eral items that will benefit first responders. The General Assembly set aside $250,000 for, training and equipment for seven HAZMAT Region­ al Response Teams. More than $364,500 will be used Post file photo Rep. Cullie Tarleton to expand the State Fire Marshal's staff. We will spend $293,500 to increase the benefits in the Fireman's and Rescue Squad Worker's Pension Fund from $165 to $167 per month for retirees and we added a $250 tax credit for volunteer firefight­ ers. The Office of Emergency Medical Services will receive a $101,800 from a grant from the Duke Endowment to es­ tablish two new positions that will help improve EMS in North Carolina. Hazardous Waste The General Assembly passed a bill that will pro­ tect residents who live close to hazardous waste facilities and help first responders serving in those areas. The bill (HB 36) requires owners of hazardous waste facilities to send critical information to all emergency response agencies serving the area in which the facility is located at least 120 days before ap­ plying for a permit. This includes information on the locations and properties of hazardous waste within the facility and what the facil­ ity expects each emergency response agency to do in the event of an emergency. The emergency response agen­ cies must then tell the own­ ers if they are equipped to effectively meet those expec­ tations and if the facility has adequate plans to handle emergencies. Anyone who applies for a permit to open a hazardous waste facility must notify ev­ ery person who lives or owns property within a quarter of a mile of the facility that there is an application on file within 10 days. Busi­ nesses that have received a permit must give residents a description of the facility, the hazardous waste pro­ cessed there and the emer­ gency response plan for the facility once a year. The own­ ers or operators of a hazard­ ous waste facility also must provide 24 hour security and surveillance of the facility seven days a week. The bill also establishes a task force that will allow state and local fire inspectors to identify risks associated with hazardous materials. If hazardous material is released and State Medi­ cal Assistance Teams or the Epidemiology Section of the Department of Health and Human Services is activat­ ed, the business that is re­ sponsible for the release is liable for costs incurred by the personnel that respond to the incident. Immigration The NC Sheriff's Associa­ tion will receive $750,000 to better coordinate their ef­ forts with those of the U.S Immigration and Customs Enforcement office. The new program will enhance com­ munication and cooperation between federal, state, and local officers who then work together to find and deport illegal aliens. This funding will pay for technical train­ ing and travel expenses for officers who will take part in the program. Hopefully, Sheriff Hagaman in Watau­ ga and Sheriff Williams in Ashe, both of whom are do­ ing a terrific job, will be able to access some of this money. Firefighter Immunity We passed a bill (HB 552) that grants local trustees of the Firefighter's Relief Fund immunity from civil liability when they are acting within the scope of their official du­ ties and did not incur the li­ ability from the operation of a motor vehicle. Firefighter's Relief Fund We also passed a bill (HB 833) to rename the Firemen's Relief Fund the Firefighter's Relief Fund to recognize all of the female firefighters who risk their lives and serve to protect North Carolinians. Emergency Vehicles Legislators passed a bill (HB 1321) that grants weight and size limit exemptions to state and local firefighting agencies transporting over­ weight and oversized ve­ hicles (up to 90,000 pounds, 12 feet wide and 75 feet long) being used to respond to for­ est fires, wildfires, or other emergencies or disasters. Criminal Background Checks The Emergency Medical Service Disciplinary Com­ mittee now has the author­ ity to review criminal back­ ground information of EMS personnel. A bill (HB 535) authorizes the Committee to use criminal background information to make recom­ mendations involving EMS credentials and disciplinary action. Another bill (HB 1322) gives local fire chiefs, county fire marshals and local EMS directors the authority to directly ask the federal De­ partment of Justice for crim­ inal histories of applicants. Notes Sylvia and I spent a few days on the Outer Banks last week. On Wednesday night we had dinner at Sen­ ator Basnight's restaurant in Nags Head. Senator Basnight is President Pro Tem of the NC Senate. Senator Da­ vid Hoyle of Gaston County and his wife were also hav­ ing dinner there. We had a good visit with both Sena­ tor Basnight and Senator Hoyle. Both of them along with Speaker Hackney and the House leadership were very supportive of the ini­ tiatives Senator Steve Goss and I had in this budget and I'm very grateful to them for their support. Senator Hoyle has a vacation home here in the high country and is a fre­ quent visitor. E-Conservation Program is partnering with the State Energy Office during Energy Awareness Month in October to promote energy efficiency and conservation, and this pledge drive is a component of that work. Quick Facts About Com­ pact Fluorescent Bulbs - Did you know that...?: Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs: •Use at least two-thirds less energy than standard incandescent bulbs; •Last up to 10 times lon­ ger; •Save $30 or more in en­ ergy costs over each bulb's lifetime; and •Generate 70 percent less heat, cutting costs associated with home cooling. County level impact of CFLs: by Rep. Cullie Tarleton N.C. House Special to the Post According to the Environ­ mental Protection Agency if every American changed at least five incandescent bulbs to CFLs, up to $8 billion could be saved each year in energy costs. The energy used in the average home can be respon­ sible for more than twice the greenhouse gas emis­ sions of the average car. If every American changed at least five incandescent bulbs to CFLs, greenhouse gases equivalent to the emissions from nearly 10 million cars would be avoided. So, Coop­ erative Extension encourages you to make a commitment to change one or more of the incandescent bulbs in your home to compact fluorescent bulbs to keep your home en­ ergy costs lower and help protect the environment. For special accommoda­ tions please contact Coopera­ tive Extension at (336) 2192650. In order to provide special accommodations we must be notified at least two weeks prior to the event. North Carolina State Uni­ versity and North Carolina A&T State University com­ mit themselves to positive action to secure equal op­ portunity regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex, age, or disabil­ ity. In addition, the two Uni­ versities welcome all persons without regard to sexual ori­ entation. Change a light, save money—and the planet The State Energy Office of the N.C. Department of Administration, North Caro­ lina Cooperative Extension Service, and Division of Air Quality are promoting the Change a Light N.C. Cam­ paign during October. This pledge drive-based cam­ paign encourages the use of Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFLs) by challenging con­ sumers to agree to replace at least one incandescent bulb in their house with a CFL (compact fluorescent bulb). The Change a Light N.C. Campaign is a participant in the national Change a Light, Change the World Cam­ paign, which is sponsored and administered by the US Environmental Protection Agency's ENERGY STAR® Program. The North Caro­ lina Cooperative Extension gasket 'T^esi^ns, 3nc. Miller Insurance Agency is proud to represent the following companies Locally owned and operated for over 50 years invitee you to our f/io/ii/uij Open f/(o(t,se JFEMC Insurance Companies FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2ND SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 3RD EXQUISITE HOLIDAY DECORATIONS & DISTINCTIVE GIFTS MONDAY - FRIDAY IO:OO AM - 5:00 PM SATURDAY 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM J50 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson (approximately 1 mile from McDonald's) 146 -168 Ashe Memorial Hospital ^GENERAL CASUALTY GMAC Insurance # PENN NATIONAL INSURANCE MP Kemper A UMITBIH FTWMBM Mount Jefferson Family Medicine is pleased to announce that Danielle Darter, M.D. joined their practice on October 1, 2007. Dr. Darter is board certified and will be providing a full spectrum of care to her patients, including obstetrics. She is a graduate of the Medical College of Virginia. For further information or to schedule an appointment call Mount Jefferson Family Medicine 336-846-7433. DAVID MILLER CHRIS MILLER MARK HUDLER LIB TUCKER, Sec. LEWIS SHEPHERD ROGER RICHARDSON HEATHER BARKER ALAN COCKERHAM Down Town West Jefferson 336*246*7I51 �u inion IC "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers "^wspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." -Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Looking ahead Landslides possible The Jefferson Post com­ to prevent the committee mends the county commis­ members from ending up sion for undertaking long- with results that will— range planning for the like the infamous Unified Development Ordinance— county. As many of our fellow simply end up in the trash counties in the state have can. As we have said here learned, at their cost, oper­ before, the commission­ ating on a day-to-day basis with no real plan for the ers must find consensus future is an invitation to on whatever plan finally disaster. Yet many boards emerges before it goes of commissioners across before a critical public. the state have opted to They must be willing to do just that, avoiding the support the plan, or we may potential political contro­ as well avoid the agonies of versies of figuring out the watching it be hacked to future. In the end, how­ bits. This will mean that ever, the controversies are the commissioners, hav­ often delayed—and too ing committed to the main often delayed until there is thrust of future goals for no possibility of preventing the county, will have to stand their ground, adopt adverse results. Long-range planning any improvements recom­ takes in much more than mended by the general land use. There are consid­ public—but then refuse to erations about schools, the let a tiny minority of big library, government build­ voices kill it all. It will take ings, public safety, emer­ courage, and we hope the gency management, fire- commissioners have it. We cannot drift into the fighting—the list goes on future. That is a risk, for and on. The way to begin is to look at population ourselves and those who projections for our county, come after us, that is sim­ then review revenue esti­ ply unacceptable. We need mates. From there, long- to plan for at least the next two decades of the range planning can begin. The commission is cor­ county's history, and pref­ rect to seek to involve a erably three. We encourage broad range of the com­ those who are actively in munity in the process. But the process to use wisdom they themselves are going and optimism in looking to have to be involved to at our future. There is a represent the concerns of great future awaiting our those least likely to attend county—but we must start meetings about planning. working together now to They may well have to achieve our home's full play "devil's advocates" potential. To the Editor: A California landslide dev­ astated a La Jolla neighbor­ hood in early October 2007... the Peeks Creek landslide in Western North Carolina claimed lives and homes in September 2004. Slope failures in California and North Carolina are com­ mon and continual threats to lives and property. Both states have experienced re­ peated catastrophic landslide events and both have received federal disaster declarations. How have these two states responded to natural hazard events? In 1998 the state of Cali­ fornia passed an urgency statute in recognition of the fact that landslides and other natural hazards posed sig­ nificant dangers to the resi­ dents of the state. The Natu­ ral Hazards Disclosure Act recognized that the existing regulatory unconformity and lack of oversight were allow­ ing developers to build on un­ stable ground and that these actions were substantially increasing the probability of more disasters.To reduce the possibility of slope failures the state defined natural haz­ ard landslide areas as zones of required investigation. For safety reasons development permits in natural hazard areas are granted only after professional geologic site spe­ cific studies. Equally important the California legislation estab­ lished an immediate new risk classification for all real property sold in natural haz­ ard areas. For the first time interested buyers were ad­ vised of the material risks with a pre-sale "show and tell" disclosure statement. The statement provided clear warning to all investors that the purchase of land in natu­ ral hazard zones, "May limit owner's ability to develop property, obtain insurance, or to receive assistance aitei a after PAGE 4 TUESOAV • LooVE, u? IN TOE SKY! ITSTOEBKD FLV) j IT'5 N FTftlVl OLE) INFECTION- "THE Letters to the Editor disaster." In 1998 the North Caro­ lina Department of Emer­ gency Management classified all 21 western counties at el­ evated risk for the dangers of landslides. Today the North Carolina legislature is study­ ing the issues of safe slope regulation and risk disclo­ sure while many developers are building homes on un­ tested and very likely unsta­ ble land. The disastrous 15 county Western North Caro­ lina slope failures of Septem­ ber 2004 were not a unique, once in a life time happening. The state is cognizant of the Jackson County landslides, the extensive landslide prop­ erty damage inside Mountain Air Resort, and the condem­ nation of the Hunters Cross­ ing homes. These are the sto­ ries that have make the news but they are just a small rep­ resentation of regional hom­ eowners' costly battles with eroding unstable slopes. The public should be aware that Western North LME.ST Carolina slope property is a definable risky asset regard­ less of whether this material information is disclosed on current real estate contracts. For investment protection, prospective buyers of indi­ vidual homes should ask the seller of the property to pro­ vide an engineering report that states the site is stable. Sellers are not qualified to make these assessments. Slope stability can only be determined by state licensed engineers and geologists. The costs for site specific geologic stability analyses are af­ fordable, generally less than $1000. It isn't clear whether large land developers such as Reynolds Mountain, The Cliffs, Scenic Wolf and oth­ ers are providing due dili­ gence for their expansive mountain slope communities. Concerned buyers of said property should request cer­ tification from the developer that all home sites, roads, and common areas have been professionally examined for slope stability. Developers often complain that the costs for determining slope stabil­ ity are prohibitive but this is not true. The Town of Boone was professionally mapped for $20,000. Since the institution of the February 2005Western North Carolina "Is it Safe to Build Here?" mapping program only one series of landslide maps have been completed. As intended these maps show high to low risk building loca­ tions. The October 2006 Ma­ con County maps also show that a significant number of homes have been built in unsuitable and unsafe areas. These property locations are now in the public domain and this will potentially affect the future value of these now identified risky properties. Even though state regula­ tors and legislators have de­ clined to require disclosure of material risks, those involved in the sale of Western North Carolina real estate should consider whether they have a common law obligation to reveal the region's high risk landslide designation, the absence of insurance, and the existence of the landslide mapping program. Lynne Vogel Carolina Concerns Mars Hill, NC Thoughts on college price—and value Post ~r""\ Jeffersong Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Production Manager Graphic Artist/Webmaster Sports/General News Reporter Business Manager Receptionist Advertising Sales Advertising Sales Linda Burchette Coy Powers Wendy Cole Michael Graybeal Sandra Osborne Kelly Blevins Teresa Roark Laws Patty Shay RALEIGH - The price of higher education is going up rapidly, both nationally and, to a lesser exteftt, in North Carolina. But before anyone hits the panic button - again - it would be worthwhile to consider just what this fact means. Obviously, no one wants to experience rising prices for the goods and services one is planning to buy. As the par­ ent of two (I hope) collegebound boys who derives no income from any university, it should be clear where my per­ sonal economic interest lies. But rising prices are market signals. As long as they are free from manipulation by government, either through subsidies or regulations, pric­ es convey crucial and timely information that help people coordinate their actions to mutual benefit. In the case of higher-edu­ cation prices, it's important first tp understand what the published data mean and don't mean. Laura Giovanelli of the Winston-Salem Journal does a good job in this story of explaining that while tuition and fees are rising at North Carolina colleges and univer­ sities, the actual prices paid often significantly differ from the apparent ones. Reporting on a new re­ port from the College Board, Giovanelli wrote that average 1 ; j„„ law, pre-med, or engineer­ nr pncririPPrThe College T-, Board provides 1„.„, nvn ing education. It's a classic t u i t i o n no net-cost numbers specific example of the fallacy of the and fees to North Carolina colleges in the and universities, though it is average. If the question of whether U n i v e r ­ reasonable to expect as least the value of today's universi­ sity of as much of an effect. Indeed, the ris­ N o r t h because UNC tuition is lower ty educationajustifies interest ing prices is topic of Carolina than in most state university to you, I have a practical sug­ s y s t e m systems, the impact of fixedamount scholarships and tax gestion: spend some time this rose 6 weekend with some of the p e r c e n t breaks would be a bit higher nation's most thoughtful and in percentage terms. this year, John Hood After adjusting for all that, innovative thinkers on the to $4,320. subject. The Pope Center for That's a of course, university tuition remains a big number. But Higher Education Policy is slightly slower rate than the holding its annual conference national average increase for you can't evaluate prices on Saturday, October 27 at without evaluating the qual­ public universities, 6.6 per­ the Hilton-RTP. The keynote cent. Among private N.C. col­ ity and desirability of what speaker is Dr. Harry Lewis, leges and universities, tuition you are buying. Although I'd former dean of Harvard Col­ and fees average $21,806 this attach many caveats to this statement, it is probably true lege. Other speakers include year, up 5 percent. university administrators, But these published rates that one major reason the price of higher education is professors, trustees, and pol­ do not reflect the net cost to icy analysts. You can peruse students and their families, rising faster than other prices the schedule and reserve your is that for many schools and because they don't include the spot for the conference here. effects of some scholarships disciplines, higher education The price is $20. Now that's and tax credits for higher is an increasingly valuable investment. The average re­ a bargain. education. Nationally, the dif­ ferences are substantial: pub­ turns on the investment are John Hood is president of lic-university students get an such that providers can af­ the John Locke Foundation. average of $3,600 in grants ford to charge higher prices and tax breaks, reducing tu­ without killing demand. The problem with this ition by 58 percent, while pri­ vate-university students get analysis, however, is that it is an average of $9,300 in grants all about averages. For many and tax breaks, reducing tu­ students, unfortunately, the ition by 39 percent. The effect value added by a college edu­ The editorial page of the is even more pronounced in cation is rather scant, and Jefferson Post is available, the nation's community col­ sometimes nil or negative. free of charge, for readers leges, where grants and tax Their plight is lost in the mix to express their views. All breaks reduce the average tu­ when you add in the highly it takes is a letter to the ition cost by a staggering 86 valuable investment other editor. The subject of the students make in their pre­ percent. letters should be a matter Mailroom Department Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Express your views Contact your representatives Vfeshington Linda Da in, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, in-state Senate Sen. Elizabeth Dole 555 Dirksen Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 (202) 224-6342 Postmaster, send address changes to: •Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 Sen. 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Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2007 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT Potential buyer seeks to move cemetery by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor As a potential new owner of Tigra USA researched the surrounding area for future growth, it was discovered that a cemetery may once have been located near the build­ ing. Plans are underway to locate any remains and move them to a more appropriate site. Notice has gone out about the project in order to locate possible relatives of those interred in the cemetery be­ fore county commissioners will give permission for the move. The location is in the county industrial park, much of which has been annexed by West Jefferson, but the Tigra property has not been an­ nexed by the town. Ashe County Planning Director Zach Edwardson reported recently to the com­ missioners that research indi­ cates the cemetery may have 18 remains. "Up to the 1950s, Ashe County ran a 'poorhouse' or 'workhouse' at the site that became Beaver Creek School, and is now the industrial site," Edwardson reported to the board. "At the site of the Ashe County poorhouse/workhouse we are aware that a cemetery was in use to bury the poor of Ashe County. Over the years, the headstones (if there were any) have been lost and the field was used for farming." Research has shown, he said, that the cemetery was located near the current site of Tigra USA, and it is not a Native American or Slave cemetery. Information that Edward­ son provided to the commis­ sioners notes that: "The Ashe County Home, as it is some­ times called, was first estab­ lished in 1877 on Phoenix Creek. By 1904, the poorhouse had moved to the location on Beaver Creek. The large, two-story frame building was built on property bounded on the east by St. Mary's Episco­ pal Church and on the south by old Highway 221. In 1953, the home burned and the land was soon turned over to the board of education for the Beaver Creek High School. Nevertheless, there is some evidence that the cemetery was used as late as 1957. The volume Ashe County, North Carolina, Cemetery Loca­ tions (Ashe County Public Library 1996), lists the poor farm cemetery as having 13 graves. However, recent re­ search by genealogist Minnie Osborne (personal communi­ cation September 24, 1998) indicates at least 15 burials including convicts. Census re­ cords from 1910 list the occu­ pants of the poor farm, many of whom also may have been interred in the cemetery." The only record of names of people known to 'be buried at the Ashe County Poor Farm Cemetery is very limited as follows: Lawrence Brown (convict), born December 1895, died March 3, 1938; Murray Eastridge, died before 1950; Fran­ cis (surname), died before 1950; Bennie Griffin (convict), born 1910, died September 2, 1938; Cleve Hurley, died be­ fore 1950; "Ace" Miller, died before 1950; Millie Perry, born June 30, 1878, died Novem­ ber 13, 1957; Plummer (sur­ name), died before 1950; Suzy be responsible for costs of the Pope, died before 1950; Celia move. This will be incurred by Mitchell Pugh, born 1840, the property owner. Edward­ died November 18,1914; Sara son said the county would not Pugh, died February 3, 1929; give permission for moving William Richardson, born the cemetery until the project September 11, 1843, died had been advertised for four January 13, 1929; "Sherf" Ri­ weeks in an effort to locate ley, born in the 1800s, died be­ family members of those in­ fore 1950; Martha Pennington terred in the cemetery. Shaw, born 1851, died April 2, 1942; Jesse Willard (convict), Vivian Miller, owner of born 1904, died February 7, High Country Realty who is 1938. representing the potential A potential new owner for buyer for the Tigra USA prop­ Tigra USA petitioned the erty, said it was hoped that county to move the cemetery, the cemetery could be moved Edwardson said. The cem­ prior to Nov. 6, but the proj­ etery was located through ect must be advertised for the environmental studies of the appropriate time. She said property and a genealogical she was informed by an Ashe specialist was hired to discov­ County resident that there er the details of the site. Ed­ was a cemetery on the prop­ wardson also researched the erty, possibly on the back porsite for the county through •tion of the site. If the building genealogical records seeking was enlarged, it would impact living family members, but the cemetery location. She none have been located. said the potential new owner Since the cemetery is on of the property would like to county property, state law re­ move the cemetery and place quires the county to give con­ a marker to indicate its loca­ sent and appoint an appro­ tion. Badger Funeral Home priate official to supervise the has been contracted to move move, but the county will not any remains that are found, Carolina asked to present at this year's conference. "This was quite an honor for our school!" said Princi­ pal Ashley. "We were asked to come to Washington and present this information based on our success at Ashe County Middle School. This was not something we sought out and applied for. It is a wonderful tribute to the hard work and dedication of our teachers and staff." Ashley said that this per­ formance model for high schools, created by Dr. Bill Daggett, founder and presi­ dent of the International Center for Leadership in Education, was applied to middle schools across the na­ tion, and Ashe County Mid­ dle School was among those chosen as model schools. In connection with this recog­ nition, Ashley received a let­ ter from the National Asso­ ciation of Secondary School Principals to be involved in the Break Through Schools program. This national rec­ ognition targets high achiev­ ing middle schools with at least 40 percent of the stu­ dent population considered economically disadvantaged and whose Best Practices and Outstanding Results in­ form other schools of their success. ACMS is expecting a visit from the NASSP in December to verify its application for the recognition. If the school is chosen for the recognition, ACMS will receive $5,000 and inclusion in a national magazine. Principal Ashley will make a presentation in Texas at the NASSP annual conference. Ashe County Middle School has also been recog­ nized as a National Schools to Watch, an Honor School of Excellence, and continues to have some of the highest test scores in the state. a genealogist will make a record of the move, and an official from the health de­ partment will represent the county during the move. It was reported at the Sep­ tember meeting of the West Jefferson Board of Aldermen that an out of town buyer is planning to purchase the ap­ proximately 15-acre Tigra USA property and then re­ sell it for industrial use. The aldermen agreed to continue providing water and sewer service to the site. Town Manager Greg McGinnis said the new property owner would need to request voluntary annexation of the site and the town could then zone it for industrial use. Any extension of water and sewer to the outlying parcels would be contingent upon the property being voluntarily annexed and zoned for indus­ trial use. Tigra continues to have office space at the site, and Miller said the company would continue leasing this space for at least two years once the property is sold. ACMS continued from front page die schools chosen to serve as national models and be high­ lighted at this conference. Principal Bobby Ashley, Assistant Principal Kim Ball, and Media Specialist Sheila Richardson were asked to at­ tend and make presentations at the Model Schools Confer­ ence held in Washington, D.C. They presented four sepa­ rate sessions reaching hun­ dreds of participants. Their presentation entitled "Meet­ ing Adolescent Needs in a Rural School" highlighted three areas of best practice: Academic Excellence, Pro­ grams for At-Risk Students, and After-School Programs. Ashe County Middle School was the only school in North Horton Local students delighted the Saturday audience at The Missoula Children's Theatre's production of Robinson Crusoe. Over 55 students (some seen here rehearsing) took part ion the production. NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY t JAMES HERMAN PATRICK, and wife. MATTIE PATRICK; MARGARET PATRICK LYALLS and husband. BRUCE LYALLS; and BETTY RUTH PATRICK PENNINGTON, widow PETITIONERS. continued from front page Row inmates. A few guys that I've known and half the people on Death Row, drugs played a part in their crimes. Everybody always asks where you (come) from, I say, "Ashe County." How much time you got? Twenty-eight years. For what, murder? No man, drugs. They say, "Man, that's crazy," but it's the truth. are, you'll see no letters or They gave me more time than people coming down to visit some get for a murder charge you or nothing. and I can say this because I'm So next time you sell drugs around 1,000 inmates every or use them I hope that you day and I ask people the same think about what happened to question that they ask me. me. There's more to life than Remember that when you drugs. Most of you wouldn't are locked up, nobody's your make it a week in here. friend. If you think that they Michael A. Horton River and restaurant House w Jki-A country inn ^ y Sunday, November 4 QlOtmk 4m 4 Pm ~ & Pm / Dinner immediately following performance Featuring ernes Music starts at 4:00 p.m. Hors d'oeuvres passed at 5:00 p.m. Four Course Chefs Choice served at 6:00 p.m. • Forty Dollars ($40m) Playing accoustic music including per person original songs, bluegrass, country, plus alcohol, tax, and gratuity <- V x. '? rr cfrf x Lisa Bcddwin and Dave Honey . For reservations call: 336-982-2109 atu£ contemporary WOtfe. 1896 Old Field Creek Road Grassy Creek, NC • 336-982-2109 PUBLIC NOTICE Let it be known during a due diligence environmental testing of the Old Beaver Creek High School Property it was discovered the Ashe County Poor Farm Cemetery was located on the land, which is now known as the Beaver Creek Industrial Park. Plans are underway to relocate the Cemetery to a spot in the lower section of the property. Under General Statute 65-13 this notice is asking the next-of-kin, or anyone who knows any of the persons buried in the cemetery or can provide additional information on the individuals buried there, please contact the Ashe County Planning Department Director, Zack Edwardson - 336-219-2501 or Jim Reeves, Vannoy and Reeves Attorney At Law - 336-246-7172. Persons believed to be buried there are as follows: Lawrence Brown, Murray Eastridge, Bennie Griffin, Cleve Hurley, Ace Miller, Millie Perry, Suzy Pope, Celia Mitchell Pugh, Sara Pugh, William Richardson, Sherf Riley, Martha Pennington Shaw, Jesse Willard and two persons with only surnames Francis and Plummer. All persons listed were buried between 1914 and 1950. LOUISE PATRICK COX. and husband. ROGER COX; SHIRLEY PATRICK BLEDSOE und husband, THOMAS BLED­ SOE; MARIE PATRICK DILLARD and husband. JAMES DILLARD; MARY PATRICK SOLONA, widow; and ANNA MAE PATRICK COOPER, widow RESPONDENTS. IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 07-SP-08 NOTICE OF SALE UNDER AND BY VIRTUE OF ORDERS entered in this matter by the Clerk of Superior Court of Ashe County, North Caro­ lina. the undersigned court-appointed Commissioners will offer the hereinafter described real property for sale to the Highest bidder for cash at 3rd Floor Lobby. Ashe County Courthouse 150 Government Circle Jefferson, North Carolina 10:00 o'clock a.m. November 8. 2007 The real property shall be offered for sale both as a whole and in designated parts, and then sold by the method which is most advantageous and produces the highest price. The real property to be offered for sale as a whole is described as follows: BEING 123.751 acres of land located along NCSR 1310 and NCSR 1312 in Laurel Township. Ashe County, North Carolina, and more particularly described as follows: Parcel I, containing 14.280 acres and Parcel II, containing 109.471 acres, as the same are shown and more particularly de­ scribed on plat numbers 07257S-1.07257S-2,07257S-3. 07257S-4.07257S-5.07257S-6, 07257S-7, and 07257S-8, entitled "Boundary Survey of the Property of the Heirs of Granville D. Patrick." prepared by Appalachian Professional Land Sur­ veyors & Consultants, PA, Frank L. Hayes, PLS No. L-1488, and recorded in Plat Book 007 Page 034, Sheets 1 through 8, inclusive, Ashe County, North Carolina, Public Registry; and being in the aggregate all of Tracts 1, 2, 3,4,5 and 6 described below. The real property will also be offered for sale in designated parts. The real property to be offered in designated parts is de­ scribed as follows: BEING all those tracts or parcels of land located along NCSR 1310 and NCSR 1312 in Laurel Township, Ashe County, North Carolina, and more particularly described as follows: Tract 1, containing 18.845 acres, as shown and described on plat number 07257S3, entitled "Boundary Survey of the Property of the Heirs of Granville D. Patrick, Sheet Three of Eight," prepared by Appalachian Professional Land Surveyors & Consul­ tants, PA. Frank L. Hayes, PLS No. L-1488. and recorded in Plat Book 007 Page 034, Sheets 1 through 8, at Sheet 3, Ashe County, North Carolina, Public Registry. Tract 2, containing 23.587 acres, as shown and described on plat number 07257S4. entitled "Boundary Survey of the Property of the Heirs of Granville D. Patrick. Sheet Four of Eight," prepared by Appalachian Professional Land Surveyors & Consul­ tants, PA, Frank L. Hayes, PLS No. L-1488. and recorded in Plat Book 007 Page 034. Sheets 1 through 8, at Sheet 4. Ashe County, North Carolina, Public Registry. Tract 3, containing 20.569 acres, as shown and described on plat number 07257S5, entitled "Boundary Survey of the Property of the Heirs of Granville D. Patrick. Sheet Five of Eight." prepared by Appalachian Professional Land Surveyors & Consul­ tants, PA, Frank L. Hayes, PLS No. L-1488. and recorded in Plat Book 007 Page 034, Sheets I through 8. at Sheet 5. Ashe County, North Carolina, Public Registry. Tract 4, containing 20.813 acres, as shown and described on plat number 07257S6, entitled "Boundary Survey of the Property of the Heirs of Granville D. Patrick, Sheet Six of Eight," prepared by Appalachian Professional Land Surveyors & Consul­ tants, PA, Frank L. Hayes, PLS No. L-1488, and recorded in Plat Book 007 Page 034, Sheets 1 through 8. at Sheet 6, Ashe County, North Carolina. Public Registry. Tract 5, containing 14.280 acres, as shown and described on plat number 07257S7, entitled "Boundary Survey of the Property of the Heirs of Granville D. Patrick. Sheet Seven of Eight," prepared by Appalachian Professional Land Surveyors & Consul­ tants, PA, Frank L. Hayes, PLS No. L-1488. and recorded in Plat Book 007 Page 034, Sheets 1 through 8, at Sheet 7, Ashe County, North Carolina, Public Registry. Tract 6, containing 25.657 acres, as shown and described on plat number 07257, entitled "Boundary Survey of the Property of the Heirs of Granville D. Patrick." prepared by Appalachian Professional Land Surveyors & Consultants, PA, Frank L. Hayes, PLS No. L-1488, and recorded in Plat Book 007 Page 034, Sheets 1 through 8. at Sheet 8. Ashe County, North Carolina. Public Registry. This sale is subject to any outstanding ad valorem taxes, including taxes for 2007, prior deed of trust, liens, rights-of-way or easements, if any, and such other encumbrances as may appear of record. This sale will be in all particulars governed by the provisions of N.C.G.S. §1-339.1, et. scq. The highest bidder will be re­ quired to make a deposit of ten (10%) percent of the first $10,000.00 and five (5%) of all amounts over the first $10,000.00, as a good faith deposit on said bid. Any successful bidder shall be required to tender the full balance purchase price so bid in cash or certified check at the time the Commissioners tender a Commissioners' Deed for the property. Should said sucqessful bidder fail to pay the full balance purchase price so bid at that time, the bidder shall remain liable on the bid as provided by statute. This the 16th day of October, 2007. Charles E. Clement Commissioner Tracic Jordan Commissioner �Tuesday - October 30 JV Football at Wilkes Central 7 p.m. Thursday - November 1 JV Football HOME vs Surry Central 7 p.m. Huskies! Friday - November 2 Varsity Football Away at Surry Central 7:30 p.m. This week in Husky sports Damon Eller finishes ninth in Lucas Oil Points by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor During his fourth year of racing Late Model cars, Da­ mon Eller has made a name for himself and Crumpler across the southeastern por­ tion of the United States. This past season, Damon finished ninth overall in the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series, along with major suc­ cess in other races through­ out the summer. On top of finishing ninth in the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series, Eller finished as the Runner-Up Rookie of the Year in the series as he trailed the leader, Justin Ratliff, by only 655 points. Eller finished a season high second place as a race at Tazewell Speedway in Tennessee in March, and finished a Series high sev­ enth place at Farley Speed­ way on May 18. Eller, who is 29 years old this season, started rac­ ing four years ago and has compiled an impressive re­ sume as a driver. Among the highlights of his career is seven career wins at Wythe Raceway in Virginia, start­ ing seven Lucas Oil Series races in 2006, finishing fifth in Southern Nationals Se­ ries points in 2006, start­ ing on the pole at Cleveland Speedway in the Southern Nationals Series Race, and other impressive moments. Eller has earned ten top five finishes prior to this past season, and added four top tnmm msoim. Post photo courtesy of Rich Schwallie/ www.RickSchwalliePhotos.com Damon Eller, in his Independence Lumber #14, battles with Davey Johnson at the Muskingum County Speedway in Ohio during this past record setting season for the Independence Lumber Racing Team. five finishes this past season, in the top ten. His consistent along with eight other fin­ racing was at the lowest at ishes in the top ten. A career East Bay Race Park in Flor­ goal for Eller is to win the ida when he recorded his "World 100" in Eldora, Ohio, series' low finish of twentywhich is also Eller's favorite fourth in a tough field of rac­ race to compete in. ers. However, Eller rebound­ Eller completed the Lucas ed with nine out of his next Oil Series with twenty fin­ ten series races finishing in ishes in the top twenty, eight the top twenty, with the oth­ in the top fifteen, and three er race finishing in twenty- Post photo courtesy of Carlson Race Photos/ www.CarlsonRacePhotos.com Damon rounds a corner during a race at Thunder Valley Speedway in April. first place. The Independence Lum­ ber Racing Team consist of Damon Eller and six other crew members, Randall Eller, Nelson Weaver, Charlie Testerman, Gary Dewitt, Bobby Dewitt, and Greg Moore. Eller started out this past season with a trip to Geor­ gia for the O'Reilly Southern All-Stars Racing Series. Fol­ lowing two finishes in the top 20, the crew entered into the Lucas Oil Series full speed ahead with a trip to Florida. Eller's presence was immedi­ ately known with two finish- es in the top 20 in the first three races. The Florida trip rounded out with Eller post­ ing his second highest finish of the trip during the last race when he crossed the fin­ ish line in eighteenth spot to conclude the events at East Bay Raceway Park for the Independence Lumber Rac­ ing Team. The next series for the 14 car and Eller was also in Florida at Barberville. Due to inclement weather, Eller was only able to compete in one race in Barberville where he placed nineteenth on Valentine's Day during the UMP sanctioned race at Volusia Raceway Park. After two weeks off, the Independence Lumber Rac­ ing Team returned to action with a two-day event at Vol­ unteer Speedway in nearby Bulls Gap, Tennessee. Eller finished eleventh in $10,000 prize to win event. Eller and his crew gained confidence with back-to-back finishes in the top ten at Columbus Speedway in Mississippi the following weekend, which led to a top five finish at Taze­ well Speedway in Tazewell, Tennessee. After starting on the outside pole position at the "Taz", Eller maintained his second place position throughout the race to claim his best finish of the 2007 season of second place. See Eller, page 7 Post photo courtesy of Rich Schwallie/ www.RickSchwalliePhotos.com Damon Eller gets focused before a race in his #14 Late Model car. Industrial volleyball season gets underway by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor As the 2007 Parks and Rec­ reation Industrial Volleyball League gets underway, it is shaping up to be an exciting year. With six teams in the league this year, every team looks to be competitive. Three games into the sea­ son, the league has two teams unbeaten, Potter's Lumber and Heritage Dodge, who meet in the league's next matches, Thursday at 7 p.m. The other four teams in the league also look to be competitive during the sea­ son. This past Thursday, Ferguson Grading lost their first match of the season to Heritage Dodge, but Fergu­ son Grading has the talent to avenge the loss as the season progress. Same applies to AR Construction and the Sparta Killers who faced a tough ear­ ly schedule and found them­ selves in an early losing 1-2 record. AF Bank faces a tough up­ hill battle as they also had a tough schedule to open the season and has dropped their first three matches, but they still plan to battle and hope­ fully regain these losses as the season progresses. Action continues Thursday with the first match at 6 p.m. with all matches being held at Family Central. October 25 Results Ferguson Grading def. AF Bank Potter's Lumber def. AR Construction Heritage Dodge def. Ferguson Grading Standings Potter's Lumber 3-0 Heritage Dodge 3-0 Ferguson Grading 2-1 AR Construction 1-2 Sparta-Killers 1-2 AF Bank 0-3 Post photo by Michael Graybeal Kotle Blevlns wins a point for Potter's Lumber during Indus­ trial Volleyball action last Thursday night at Family Central. Thursday-Nov. 1 6:00 AF Bank vs. AR Construction 7:00 Heritage Dodge vs. Potter's Lumber 8:00 Sparta vs. Ferguson Grading Tuesday- Nov. 6 6:00 Potter's Lumber vs. Ferguson Grading 7:00 Heritage Dodge vs. AR Construction 8:00 AF Bank vs. Sparta Post photo by Michael Graybeal Kelly Weaver drills this ball down the line for a point during their tough loss to Heritage Dodge on Thursday evening. �JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2007 SPORTS Bowling League Results Ashe Youth Soccer League 2007 Champs From 10/18/2007- Thursday Week 6 of 32 Place) Team, Pts Won, Pts Lost 1) Radio Hill Sales, 22,2 2) Freedom Homes, 18, 6 3) Jefferson Rent-All, 17, 7 4) That's What She, 17,7 5) Cardinal Lanes, 13, 11 6) Church's Construction, 13, 11 7) United Cheini-Con, 12, 12 8) Sage Auction, 9, 15 9) Mike's Community, 7, 17 10) Prime Timers, 7, 17 11) Moosehead C.L.H., 5,19 12) Bill's Garage, 4, 20 Top Scores- Men Scratch Game Billy Lewis Mitch Dyer Wayne Dale Scratch Series Billy Lewis Mitch Dyer Jon Gambill M 240 230 209 Handicap Game Mitch Dyer Wayne Dale Jaime Arnold 275 254 251 605 602 580 Handicap Series Mitch Dyer Wayne Dale Rick Roop 737 715 655 w . "• • 1 i % i -- • Post photo courtesy of Amy Simmons The Red Devils finished the 2007 season with a record of 15-0. Coach Wayne Cable described the season recently by stat­ ing: "The 2007 season was a great success. Having worked with the majority of the team for three years, it seemed the season of 2007 brought a lot of hard work to an all time high. Last year was a huge success, but this year with a team of nineteen players, ten of which are eighth graders, meant so much more. I'm so proud of the kids I've got to coach, whom have left an impression on me for a lifetime. They worked hard all year and came up large with an undefeated season of 15-0 on their way to another championships. I would like to thank all the kids for all their hard work, and letting me coach them: I know I'm a pain! Also a big thanks to the parents for all their support in practices and games, could not have done it without your support. Well done Red Devils!" From 10/16/2007- Tuesday Week 6 of 32 Place) Team, Pts Won, Pts Lost 1) VA Carolina Cone., 18, 6 2) Liberty Tax, 16, 8 3) Westwood Ventu., 16, 8 4) New River Archer, 14.5,9.5 5) G.E: Aviation, 13, 11 6) Mikes Mufflers, 12.5, 11.5 7) State Drywall, 12, 12 8) Geno's Restaurant, 8, 16 9) Mixed Attitudes, 6, 18 10) Scott Welchs Con., 2, 20 Top Scores- Men Top Scores- Women Scratch Game Ted Huffman Johnny Rash Clarence Roten 222 214 210 Scratch Game Cindy Malafronti Debbie Tedder Cindee Aloia 213 158 144 Scratch Series Johnny Rash James Ham Ted Huffman 579 553 550 Scratch Series Cindy Malafronti Debbie Tedder Cindee Aloia 490 422 397 254 250 243 Handicap Game Cindy Malafronti Debbie Tedder Amy Welch 687 680 646 Handicap Series Cindy Malafronti Debbie Tedder Amy Welch Handicap Game Ted Huffman Johnny Rash Mike Reed . Handicap Series Johnny Rash Mike Reed Ted Huffman 261 210 L83 Post photo courtesy of Marie Harless The 7,8, and 9 year old River Otters Guide Service Green youth soccer team won their division's tournament championship with an exciting finish in a shoot-out during the championship game.The 'River Otters' finished with a finals season record of 12-2-3. Congratulations to the River Otters Guide Service Green team. ^ 634 578 472 Send your sports! 'J-,'" " ' V'V>, $ , jP mgraybeal# jeffersonpost.com Eller continued from page 6 Eller's success continued as the season progressed as him and his crew added a finish of eleventh in Ala­ bama, before returning to North Carolina for a stretch of races. On April 18, Eller finished in sixth and eighth with a tough two race date at the 311 Speedway in Madi­ son, NC, and Eller followed up with a seventh place fin­ ish in the following week at Thunder Valley Speedway in Lawndale, NC. After two more series races, Eller took a one-night break from the Lucas Oil Series to participate in the Northern All-Stars Late Model Series race at Lawrenceburg, Indiana. Eller turned in a place of fifth during the race and the In­ dependence Lumber Racing Team returned to the Lu­ cas Oil Series the following night with a thirteenth place finish at Lucas Oil Speedway to lead to the team's best fin­ ish of the series in seventh place at Farley Speedway in Farley, Indiana. Following the seventh place finish in Indiana, Eller would continue through the series with his consistent racing and constantly finish between ninth and twentysecond place, with the ma­ jority of his positions com­ ing in the mid-teens. The team threw in an excellent fifth place finish at Tazewell Speedway to give the crew an extra boost of adrenaline heading into August and September. After more consistent fin­ ishes in August and Septem­ ber, Eller was able to finish ninth in points of the Lucas Oil Late Model Points Series with a total of 3,850 points. Eller composed an average finish of sixteenth through­ out the series, despite not winning a single race. The Independence Lumber Rac­ ing Team will conclude their 2007 season next weekend with a trip to Concord, NC for two World of Outlaws events. Both events carry a 10,000-dollar purse. Damon Eller and the 14 racing team would like to thank the following sponsors for their continued support: Independence Lumber, Inc., Foxfire Realty, Torco Racing Fuel, Grayson Farm & Leas­ ing, Penn Grade Racing Oil, Jay Dickens Racing Engines, MasterSbilt Race Cars, Allstar Performance, Tiger Rear Ends, Motorsports Design, WMF Racing Products, Bert Transmissions, Delph Com­ munications, Carter CAT Machinery, and Iloosier Tire South. Congratulations to Da­ mon Eller and the remainder of the Independence Lumber Racing Team on a successful, record breaking year! ATHLETE i l l of the WEEK presents the Our Athlete of the Week, Holden Hudler, a member of the Men's Cross Country team Is this week's Athlete of the Week. Hudler led the Huskies at the MVAC Championship Meet with an overall finish of fifteenth place. Hudler has been a consistent runner for the Huskies all year. Congratulations Holden Hudler!!! Holden Hudler Stop by r/fclUleeA ^ each week and check out our latest Athlete of the Week! Mountain Village Shopping Center• 846-5504 • Ask about delivery • 846-5504 2 Steak Biscuits for only i Yes, I would like to purchase "Get on Board" Cards. Name | Thank you for your support! | Ashe Memorial Hospital Foundation 200 Hospital Avenue • Jefferson, NC 28B40 J 1 =1 336-846-0712 ' �PAGE 8 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2007 JEFFERSON POST ASHE MEMORIAL HOS Ashe Memorial Hospital Welcomes HEALTH TIPS Two New Physicians Diabetics Benefit from Flu Shot But Vaccination Rates Are Low Diabetes increases the risk of getting severe complications from the flu. Get­ ting a flu shot, according to a recent Dutch study, resulted in 56 percent fewer flu-related complications, 54 percent fewer hospitalizations and 50 percent fewer deaths among diabet­ ics. Yet vaccination rates remain low among persons with diabetes. Kids with Asthma Need Flu Shots For a child with asthma, yearly vacci­ nation against the flu is an important way of avoiding asthma attacks and worsening of symptoms. According to one study, "vaccinating all children with asthma could prevent 59 percent to 78 percent of asthma hospitaliza­ tions" and emergency room visits dur­ ing flu season. Hand Washing Is Best Protection by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Ashe Memorial Hospital has welcomed two new physicians to the medical community. Vet­ eran general surgeon Dr. John Sundin opened his practice this past spring with the staff of Dr. Charles Jones Jr. Dr. Dani­ elle Darter, family practitioner with a focus on obstetrics, joined Mount Jefferson Family Medi­ cine Oct. 1. A native of Virginia, Dr. John Sundin attended the University of Virginia and The Medical Col­ lege of Virginia. He completed liis general surgery training at Yale University then spent a year at Yale as an instructor in advanced laparoscopic surgery. Sundin spent the next two years working overseas in Sri Lanka and Rwanda for Doctors With­ out Borders and the Red Cross. People Magazine recognized Dr. Sundin in their January 1995 "HEROES" issue. Doctors Without Borders received The Nobel Peace Prize for the work Sundin participated in during the 1994 Rwandan Massacre. Sundin also worked in Haiti at the Albert Schweitzer Hospital. After the work overseas, Sun­ din was in private practice in Key West, Fla., before moving to the mountains of Ashe County. As a general surgeon, Dr. Sundin performs surgery on the abdominal organs, repairs her­ nias, and manages trauma. He is also trained in GI endoscopy to evaluate the stomach and co­ lon. Dermatology and skin can­ cer is also part of his extensive training. Sundin and his wife Kathryn took a road trip last fall along the Blue Ridge Parkway and discovered Ashe County and the towns of Jefferson and West Jef­ ferson. "We loved the feel of the place," he said. "We had wanted to get back to the mountains." After returning home, he saw an ad in a medical journal seeking a surgeon at Ashe Memorial Hos­ pital. "We decided in October we were going to do it and we were up here in April," he said. "This is a great little hospital," Sundin said of AMH. "R.D. (Wil­ liams, CEO) has been so hospi­ table in helping make the ar­ rangements for me to come here. It's not easy moving everything from one place to another. And the staff has been very friendly and welcoming." The Sundin's have an interest in organic farming and raising grass fed beef cattle. They have purchased land in Lansing for a farm and are exploring their op­ tions. For information or an ap­ pointment, call the office of Dr. John Sundin at 846-8939. Dr. Danielle Darter said she was attracted to Ashe County to practice community medicine and obstetrics, as well as a re­ turn to life in the mountains. A native of West Virginia, she grew up near Bristol, Va., and worked at other careers before turning to medicine. "I feel blessed to have the opportunity to return to school to become a doctor. I always wanted to be in medi­ cine," she said. Darter completed her pre-medicine requisites at Old Dominion University in Norfolk, Va., and graduated medical school from the Medical College of Virginia in Richmond. She performed an internship and residency in fam­ ily practice in Milwaukee, Wise., and a fellowship in obstetrics in Memphis, Tenn., and Jonesboro, Ark. After practicing in Rich­ mond for about a year, she went into private practice serving two hospitals in Henderson, N.C. "I am really excited about this," Darter said of joining Mount Jefferson Family Medicine on the campus of AMH. "Everyone seems very passionate about their work, and this is a great group to work with." She partici­ pated in two C-sections and per­ formed a regular delivery in her first three days. She also speaks Spanish well enough to commu­ nicate with Latino patients and expects to improve her verbal skills through working with the Latino population. "The Ashe Memorial Hospi­ tal staff has been great," Darter said. "I started talking with R.D. Williams, and he opened a lot of doors. He really got my interest with his description of the hos­ pital and the community and the medical community." Darter said she is enjoying her work in medicine and feels it is where she always needed to be. "I had an idea as a child I want­ ed to be a doctor, as a romantic notion," she said. "Then as I got older, it was almost a call to be of service to people. I am motivated to try and help. I enjoy the com­ plexity of community medicine. It's always changing and chal­ lenging, getting to know people through generations, their emo­ tions, and all the parts that make up a healthy person." An outdoor enthusiast, Darter enjoys camping, canoeing, hik­ ing and gardening in her spare time. She has a son and grand­ son in New York and a brother and sisters in Bristol, Va. For more information or to make an appointment with Dr. Darter, call Mount Jefferson Family Medicine at 846-7433. ASHE SERVICES FOR AGING, INC. The best thing you can do to protect yourself from getting a cold or the flu this winter, according to the Centers for Disease Control, is to wash your hands frequently. A recent study indi­ cates that Americans are not as care­ ful about hand washing as they profess to be. When surveyed by telephone, 92 percent of adults claimed they washed their hands in public rest rooms. But a study conducted in public rest rooms in Chicago, New York, Atlanta and San Francisco found that only 77 percent actually did. That number represented a six percent decline compared to a similar study conducted in 2005. Lift Weights To Control Blood Sugar Brain Scans for I Disorder Brain scanning technok veloped rapidly since tl has given doctors a va evaluating and treating stroke, head trauma oi ity. Because nuclear r are capable of showing metabolic activity th brain, there has been c< thusiasm for using sea mental illnesses such schizophrenia and atter order. So far, however, tl proven to be more usel than for actual diagnose With so many variables differences, doctors ha mation from scans to than they might wish mental illness. Presents Have Se Value Give a health-oriented and you could make a pact on another perso to exercise or follow a A test conducted on cc in 1990 illustrated th tend to place sentime gifts they receive. The given coffee mugs pure) university book store a whether they would bf the mugs to another g subjects who did not r students receiving the attached to them an< them higher than the Students who did not i the other hand, did no attractive and set a m on them.. ) If you have type 2 diqbetes, you should be scheduling regular workouts-on a treadmill, in the weight room or-even better-both. A Canadian study of 251 subjects with type 2 diabetes found that resistance training with weights was as effective as aerobic exercise on a treadmill or exercise bike in helping diabetic patients control their blood sugar. Patients showing the greatest decrease in blood sugar were those in a group performing both aerobic and weight training. Universal Vaccine Could Make Yearly Flu Shots Unnecessary Why do you need to get a flu shot ev­ ery year? Because the flu virus mu­ tates regularly, leading to new strains capable of eluding previous antibod­ ies. That may change. A universal flu vaccine that will protect against all "A" strains of the influenza virus has been developed and is being tested on humans for the first time this year by a British-American biotech company. The vaccine has been tested on labo­ ratory animals and is now in Phase I clinical trials to determine safety and officnrv Planning Healti Gifts? Are you planning to gi health-oriented gifts tl son? About 69 perceni spondents indicated tl consider giving a heal! and 80 percent said the ciate receiving such a g was conducted by the Je weight loss organizatioi Exercise, Fish C Combinati Regular exercise plus omega-3 fatty acids is that's likely to improv vascular health and yoi sition, according to one Overweight subjects wi pressure and/or high cli asked to 1) exercise, 2) t of tuna fish oil daily or researchers concluded t exercise and fish oil sup effective, the combined • greater in reducing boc ing levels of HDL (the ol) and improving the fi Come by the Hos and do your Chris We have nice selection of d Providing a hroacl range of services designed to improve the qualitv of life for older adults, enhance their dignity and help them maintain their independence at home. Board Certified Nurse Aide Home Delivered Meals Intcrgcncrutional Day ( are Volunteer Opportunities Information and Referral Congregate Meals Adult Day Health ( are Group Respite Senior Center Activities Senior Housing 180 Chatty rob Lane • PO Box 9 West Jefferson, NO 28694 • Telephone 336-246-2461 Hours of Operation: Monday Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Certificates of Accreditation from Accreditation Commission for Healthcare SERVING THE HEART OF ASHE COUNTY N ' SINCE 1977 ^ Open Monday — Friday �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2007 PAGE 9 PITAL AMH Foundation's vessels. •fcychiatric What You Can Do To Raise Your HDL >gy that has dehe early 1970s luable tool for f brain tumors, | seizure activ."ledicine scans blood flow and roughout the insiderable enns to diagnose as depression, tion deficit disese scans have ll for research ; or treatment, ind individual e found infore less reliable or diagnosing itimental gift this year, significant imn's motivation t, healthy diet, illege students at individuals ntal value on students were lased from the pd then asked willing to sell up of student five gifts. The iugs became jet prices on actual value, eive mugs, on nd them very i lower value priented e one or more s holiday seaof survey reit they would i-oriented gift ' would appreft. The survey any Craig, Inc. 1il-Good ion a diet high in a combination b your cardioir body compo! recent study, ith high blood lolesterol were :ake six grams • I) do both. The hat while both plements were effect was even ly fat, increas­ ed cholesternction of blood HDL (high-density lipoprotein) is the good cholesterol; it helps clear LDL (bad cholesterol from the system) and it has antioxidant and antiinflamma­ tory qualities that help keep blood ves­ sels healthy. If your HDL is below 40 mg/dL (50, if you're a woman), you're at risk of heart disease and should consider the following measures to in­ crease it: • exercise regularly-the more the better; • don't smoke; • if you're obese, lose weight; • eat fish once or twice a week; and • eat a diet rich in fruits, vege­ tables, whole grains, olive oil, legumes and nuts. Get On Board underway Ashe Memorial Hospital Foun­ dation has unveiled its fourth an­ nual Get On Board fundraising campaign. Once again this year, local artist Stephen Shoemaker has designed a special commemorative card. er's commemorative cards. The discounts cover art galleries; automotive; bed and breakfasts; department stores, clothing, phar­ macies and furniture; food and con­ venience stores; general services and retail; golf, fitness and indoor will go towards enhancements to Mountain Hearts Program, includ­ ing a telemetry monitoring system, an automated external defibrilla­ tor, billing software and a tread­ mill; renovation of Compliance Ser­ vice Area; classroom renovation; To participate, purchase a special Get On Board card for $50. This will entitle the holder to discounts of up to 20 percent from 113 local businesses between November 1 and November 30. In addition, the card comes with one of Shoemak- recreation; hair care services; hard­ ware, building supply and builders; health; jewelry, antiques, gifts and florists; massages; pet services; restaurants; specialty shops—and even more! The proceeds of Get On Board purchase of an operating room autoclave; and handicap toilets for patient rooms. To order your Get On Board card—and start saving on Novem­ ber 1st — call Ashe Memorial Hos­ pital at 846-0712. New Way To Test for Triglycerides A blood lipid profile-measuring total cholesterol, "bad" LDL, "good" HDL and triglycerides-is performed after an 8 to 12-hour fast. However, two re­ cent studies published in the Journal of the American Medical Association [July 18, 20071 suggest that doctors should consider measuring non-fast­ ing levels of triglycerides. Triglycer­ ides help move and store fat, and blood levels of triglycerides rise after a meal. A study of 14,000 Danish men and women and another of 25,000 Ameri­ can women found that women with the highest non-fasting triglyceride levels were five times more likely to die of a heart attack or stroke than those with the lowest levels. For men, the highest levels had twice the risk of those with the lowest levels. Current guidelines recom­ mend treatment for persons with fast­ ing triglyceride levels higher than 150 milligrams per deciliter. High Density Really Does Matter HDL (high-density lipoprotein) is known as the good cholesterol, in part because it sweeps the bad LDL (low density lipoprotein) cholesterol out of arteries before fatty deposits form. As a result, some scientists have argued that if LDL is lowered enough, the HDL level becomes irrelevant. That theory is not true, according to a study of 9,700 patients at the Heart Insti­ tute in Sydney, Australia. Dr. Philip Barter and his international team of colleagues found that no matter how much LDL cholesterol was lowered through medication, subjects with a low HDL reading (40mg/dL for a male, 50 mg/dL for a female) still had a substantially increased risk of heart disease. The higher a subject's HDL, the lower the risk of a heart attack or stroke. Some cholesterol-lowering drugs raise HDL levels, but by modest amounts compared to their effect on LDL cholesterol. ital Gift Nook mas Shopping. oils and stuffed animals. AMH Clinic moves by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Mountain Family Care Center, a certi­ fied rural health clinic for Ashe Memorial Hospital, has moved from its former loca­ tion behind Ashe County Middle School in Warrensville to the hospital campus in Jefferson. The clinic had been co-located with Top Dog Clinic which serves the middle school. Top Dog Clinic is still open during school hours to serve the student population, but the afternoon and evening service pro­ vided by Ashe Memorial Hospital through Mountain Family Care Center will be available at the hospital beginning Mon­ day, Oct. 1. The new location will be the office suite of Ashe Internal Medicine, staffed by Dr. Mark Zawodniak and his wife Susan, lo­ cated on the back side of the physician of­ fice building on the hospital campus. The entrance to Ashe Internal Medicine (and Mountain Family Care Center) is" marked with a sign on the right as you drive around the back of the hospital toward Mountain Hearts. Hours for Mountain Family Care Center are Expanding as well. Beginning Monday, the clinic will be open Monday through Friday, 1-9 p.m. Services are available by appointment or for walk-ins. Mountain Family Care Center staff can see patients for a variety of non-emer­ gency conditions. The new location on the hospital campus will provide an opportu­ nity for easier access for patients seeking non-emergency care. Clinic staffers see patients for condi­ tions such as strep throat, flu, minor inju­ ries and urinary tract infections, but not emergency care. Blood work is referred to the lab at Ashe Memorial Hospital. The clinic is not a primary care physician's of­ fice so if a patient does not have a regu­ lar doctor, clinic staff can suggest follow up care and provide the names of doctors within the system accepting new patients. Patients who need a regular physician can call and make an appointment for a checkup in order to become an established patient with that physician or medical of­ fice. Being an established patient is help­ ful when seeking appointments. Treatment is offered for non-emergency conditions such as respiratory and upper respiratory infections, bronchitis, ear in­ fections, gastrointestinal problems, nau­ sea and vomiting, diarrhea, genitourinary, minor injuries, abrasions, sprains, simple small burns, minor lacerations, minor eye injury, removal of simple foreign body, mi­ nor nose bleeds, rashes, and other minor problems. Patients can receive any needed injections, and physicals will be provided for business, sports and commercial driv­ ers' license. Mountain Family Care Center does not handle emergency care. Anyone with an emergency such as breathing problems, chest pains, broken bones, severe lacera­ tions, or any potentially life-threatening condition should go directly to the Emer­ gency Department at Ashe Memorial Hos­ pital. The procedure involves going first to the front desk to check in. The patient will be asked if he or she has previously visit­ ed the clinic. New patients will have some paperwork to fill out, and anyone with changes to that information will need to make note of those changes. Patients are asked to bring insurance cards and a list of current medications. Patients will sign in and be seen in the order in which they arrive with appointments going first. In the billing procedure, a patient will be asked about co-pay and deductible pay­ ments for insurance. These payments are requested at the time of service. If the patient cannot pay at the time of service, he or she will be asked to make payment arrangements and complete a financial analysis form. No one is turned away be­ cause they cannot pay. This center is not an extension of the hospital Emergency Department, but a health clinic that fits the need of non­ emergency care. For true emergencies, call 911 or go directly to the hospital Emer­ gency Department. For further information about Moun­ tain Family Care Center, call 846-6322 or contact Ashe Memorial Hospital Chief Op­ erating Officer Joe Thore at 846-0712. www.ashememorial.org We've added a new tool to our website to make interactive healthcare a reality in the area! Community residents can now search for news and information on 5000 health-related topics by connecting to Ashe Memorial Hospital's website at www.ashememorial.org then click on the AMH Fasthealth section. 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Our readers are here by informed that all dwolllngs advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number tor the hearing Impaired Is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found 4 year old salt & pepper Schnauzer lost close to Dollar Mart and Jail in Jefferson Last seen wearing a plaid collar and an swers to Bailey. The children miss there dog dearly. Reward foi safe return no ques­ tions asked. Call Vick­ ie 620-3145. Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 80-Places to Go 7 day, 6 night Disney area stay. Two adult tickets. Paid $750, sacrifice $290. Good for one year. 336-205-0116. 100-General Services PIANO SERVICE Call for free estimate Larry Carmichael 336-372-4247 140-Help Wanted ATTENTION CNA I S: PT and FT positions for Home Care in Ashe, Watauga and Avery Mileage and Health In­ surance available after 90 days. Call Tammy Jones at (800) 7907483 Toll Free. $100 sign-on bonus available. If you are a dedicated, responsible person then Appalachian Brian Estates is looking for you. Our Dietary De­ partment has openings for Full-time and Parttime workers. Must be able to work some weekends and some week days. Only seri­ ous applicants apply in person at 163 Shadowline Dr. Boone NC. 140-Help Wanted Early Intervention Spe­ cialist needed to work one on one with chil­ dren, birth-3yrs. old. Experience working with young children with special needs is preferred. Ability to pro­ vide parent education and knowledge of child development is a must. Home Care offers ex­ cellent training and pay for qualified applicants. Please call Home Care Management for an ap­ plication at 1-888-8785199 or fax your re­ sume to 828-264-0755. In-Store Demonstrators Sunflower Sales, Pros, a national staffing agency, is looking for individuals to execute in-store demonstrations in the West Jefferson area. Must be able to engage shoppers to demonstrate products, promote brands and distribute samples and brochures, Excellent position for those who want to work mostly weekends part-time. To apply Call:(800)7684650. ext.18425. J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 Lawson Support Services Is currently seeking caring professionals to serve as a Case Man­ ager. M-F with excel­ lent benefits Apply at 85 Willis Street Spar­ ta, NC or call 336-3726083. Mechanic and mechan­ ic helper need to have there own tools. Apply in person at Bill's Ga­ rage. Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! PFT examiner needed. Must have excellent blood draw skills. Call 336-373-0446. 300Miscellaneous BUYING OR SELLING? BANK ON THE JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. For Sale: Mec600Jr. Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 Copy and payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: Tuesday Edition Friday by 9 am Friday Edition Wednesday by 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. WANTED; Your Classified Ms The Jefferson Post 846-7164 Seven room farm house 1 bath, applian­ ces furnished. NO PETS! $650/mo, $650 deposit required. (336)384-3913. Spruce Hill Apts Appli­ cations are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC "One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments 'Handicapped accessible "Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance 530-Lots & Acreage Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 1195-Legals STATE of NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY of ASHE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Having qualified as Ex­ ecutrix of the estate of Juanita W. Harris, late of Ashe County, North Grands - Consoles Carolina, this is to noti­ new & rebuilt - We fy all persons having lease, buy, move, tune, claims against said es­ refinish & rebuild tate to present the pianos same to the under­ Acme - Piano Man signed to Mrs. Alice 800-745-3950 Worrell Thompson, OPPONtUMIIf c/o VANNOY & 330-Pets available REEVES, PLLC, P.O. Did you know that if Drawer 67, West Jef­ you are giving away ferson, North Caroli­ an animal or item , na 28694, on or before you can list it for free the 28th day of Janu­ For more information, in the Classifieds. ary, 2008, or this No­ Call 336-246-9163 Call 846-7164 for tice will be pleaded in TDD# 1-800-735-2962; more information bar or their recovery. All persons indebted to 500-Mobile Two cheerful beautiful said estate are re­ parakeets, large bird Homes for Sale quested to make imme­ cage, books, toys, diate payment to the ARE YOU LOOKING food. Retail $150, sale undersigned. FOR A GOOD price $75. 336-877DEAL? 4890 or 336-977-6371. This is the 19th day of Check out the ads October, 2007. in the Classified 350-Wanted to section. Buy Or Swap Alice Worrell Thomp­ Check Out the son, Executrix 310-Musical I GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb 336-877-2330 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. 1989 Chevrolet Scottsdale 4x4 pick up 175 k miles looks and runs great $2000.00 firm. 336-877-1997. SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. PT Housekeeper for vacation rentals, as needed basis, must 430-Rooms, be dependable, Apts., Houses punctual, detailed, For Rent organized, have relia­ ble transportation and 1 bedroom/1 bath home good reterences. Start­ in a quiet and private ing pay $8.00 hr. Deep neighborhood close to Gap & Todd areas. Call the parkway with a great view. $500/month 877-6529. utlities included. Pets are not welcome and 230-Farm & $800 deposit is re­ Garden Equip. & quired. Call 336-982Supplies 8615. 2 Cable Baler's 4 yrs bedroom mobile old, asking 3000.00 ea. 2 home on private lot 235-Christmas with deck and view of new river, $450/mo. Trees plus deposit and refer­ Field of Fraser Fir ences. 982-2266 or Christmas Trees, 982-2908. Approximately 2,850, AVAILABLE IMMEDI­ never cut out of, 7-10 ft, mostly 8-9 ATELY: 2 bedroom, 2 ft, Will cut and bath on quiet street in Jefferson. No bale Call 828-964-6554 West pets, No HUD funding. Fraser Fir Christmas Large modern kitchen Trees available in all with dishwasher. Utility sizes. Call for Pricing room with W/D hook­ 336-877-7167 ups. $475/mo. Lease/Deposit/referen260-Garage/Yard ces. Call 336-3844734. Sales YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent Available to rent Febru­ ary 10-17, 2008. For Daytona week. St. Au­ gustine Beach Resort town house. 2 bed­ room, sleeps 6, with fully equipt kitchen. 51 miles or 1 hour to inter­ national speedway in Daytona Beach. $1200 or will sell floating time share week for $9,900. 336-877-8842. FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our "for rent" sections. Call us at 336-846-7164 mi Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by Local Dealers FALL SPECIAL: 1400 sq ft home. 3 or 4 bed­ rooms.... 2x6 exterior walls thermopane win­ dows.. crown molding., leaded glass front door elevated roof pitch with 12 inch eaves!!! One piece fiberglass tubs only $54,900.00 set and delivered with pier footers!!! BEST deal in 3 counties.... New Gen­ eration Homes 336973-4462. Town of West Jefferson Planning Board Public Information Meeting Announcement West Jefferson Land Use Plan Development The public is invited to attend a public informa­ tion meeting hosted by the West Jefferson Planning Board on Tuesday November 13, 2007 anytime between 5:30 pm and 7:30 pm in the downstairs meet­ ing room at the Ashe County Public Library in West Jefferson. The purpose of the meeting is to obtain public input as the Planning Board proceeds with the de­ velopment of a land use plan for the Town. First time home buy­ ers!!! Government backed loans!! No down payments. DouThe meeting is primari­ blewidesModulars- ly a drop-in event Land home where citizens can help packages...Turn key determine the goals of New Generation the land use plan, ex­ Homes of Wilkesboro amine information on 336-973-4462 their own, and ask For sale by owner 1987 questions of planning 14x60, 2 bed, 1 bath, board members and $3500 good condition. planners. A short pre­ 977-2265 Jason, or sentation is scheduled at 5:30 pm, but all in­ (336)838-5285 Mark. formation will be availa­ Homes! Homes! ble for public examina­ Homes! Financing! Fi­ tion throughout the nancing! STOP rent­ evening. ing BUY NOW!! Low interest rate Govern­ On display at the public ment backed Loans! meeting will be a list of New Generation goals and objectives Homes of Wilkesboro for the land use plan. 336-973-4462. This list will be present­ I have 8 clearance ed at the public meet­ models that must go. ing, with the public in­ Save thousands, new vited to select the goals credit programs, land and objectives which home packages, modu- are most important to lars, double wides and them, and to suggest single wides. Get your revisions or make addi­ new home for Christ­ tions to the list. mas. Call Big George 336-981-4194 or 336- The planning Board is 902-6372. Please developing the plan by addressing various is­ leave message. sues one-by-one. NEW GENERATION These issues include HOMES... WHERE utility and transporta­ CONSTRUCTION tion infrastructure, the COUNTS! Quality 2x4 natural environment, construction through and land use. In addi­ out our homes!! 40% tion, the plan outline more lumber in our will be displayed at the homes!!! Come and public meeting-along see for yourself!! 5 year with . accompanying warranty with every background informa­ home we sell offering tion, maps, and docu­ the finest manufactured ments produced so far. home in Wilkesboro 336-973-4462. High Country Council RED HOT HOME of Governments is as­ SALE!!! First Come sisting the West Jeffer­ First Sold. 8 New son Planning Board in Homes Must Go. Dou­ developing the plan. ble Wides, Singles High Country Council Wides, 2 Land Homes of Governments is a re­ and Modular Homes. gional planning agency Call Freedom Homes that provides staff sup­ Wilkesboro 336-973- port to local govern­ ments for various proj­ 2335. ects. RENTERS!! tired of paying rent? Govern­ ment backed loans!! Easy financing... Low interest New Genera­ tion Homes of Wilkes­ boro 336-973-4462 Classifieds Work! The Jefferson Post 846-7164 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE Patrick," prepared by Appalachian Professio­ nal Land Surveyors & Consultants, PA, Frank L. Hayes, PLS No. L1488, and recorded in Plat Book 007 Page 034, Sheets 1 through 8, inclusive, Ashe County, North Carolina, Public Registry; and being in the aggregate all of Tracts 1,2, 3, 4,5 and 6 described below. Patrick," prepared by Appalachian Professio­ nal Land Surveyors & Consultants, PA, Frank L. Hayes, PLS No. L1488, and recorded in Plat Book 007 Page 034, Sheets 1 through 8, at Sheet 8, Ashe County, North Carolina, Public Registry. SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION ASHE COUNTY BEFORE THE CLERK File No. 07- E - 246 EXECUTOR'S NOTICE The real property will also be offered for sale in designated parts. The real property to be offered in designated parts is described as follows: Having qualified as Ex­ ecutor of the Estate of Charles Edward Curry, Jr., deceased of Dade County, Florida, this is to notify all persons having claims against BEING all those tracts the Estate of said, or parcels of land locat­ Charles Edward Curry, ed along NCSR 1310 Jr.. to present them to and NCSR 1312 in the undersigned on or Laurel Township, Ashe before February 11, County, North Carolina, 2008 or this notice will and more particularly be placed in bar of their described as follows: recovery. All persons, firms and corporations Tract 1, containing indebted to said Estate 18.845 acre, as shown will please make imme­ and described on plat diate payment. number 07257S3, enti­ tled "Boundary Survey Charles Edward Curry, of the Property of the III, Fiduciary Heirs of Granville D. 12831 S.W. 43rd Ave., Patrick, Sheet Three of Apt. 147-A Eight," prepared by Ap­ Miami, Florida 33175 palachian Professional Land Surveyors & Con­ Stephen R. Berndt sultants, PA, Frank L. Attorney at Law Hayes, PLS No. L379 New Market Blvd., 1488, and recorded in Ste.3 Plat Book 007 Page Boone, NC 28607 034, Sheets 1 through 8, at Sheet 3, Ashe NORTH CAROLINA County, North Carolina, Public Registry. ASHE COUNTY Tract 2, containing JAMES HERMAN 23.587 acre, as shown PATRICK, and wife, and described on plat MATTIE PATRICK: number 07257S4, enti­ MARGARET PATRICK tled "Boundary Survey LYALLS and husband, of the Property of the BRUCE LYALLS; and Heirs of Granville D. BETTY RUTH PAT­ Patrick, Sheet Four of RICK PENNINGTON, Eight," prepared by Ap­ widow palachian Professional Land Surveyors & Con­ PETITIONERS, sultants, PA, Frank L. Hayes, PLS No. Lvs. 1488, and recorded in Plat Book 007 Page LOUISE PATRICK 034, Sheets 1 through COX, and husband, 8, at Sheet 4, Ashe ROGER COX; SHIR­ County, North Carolina, LEY PATRICK BLED­ Public Registry. SOE and husband, THOMAS BLEDSOE; Tract 3, containing MARIE PATRICK DIL- 20.569 acre, as shown LARD and husband, and described on plat JAMES DILLARD; number 07257S5, enti­ MARY PATRICK SO- tled "Boundary Survey LONA, widow; and AN­ of the Property of the NA MAE PATRICK Heirs of Granville D. COOPER, widow Patrick, Sheet Five of Eight," prepared by Ap­ RESPONDENTS. palachian Professional Land Surveyors & Con­ IN THE GENERAL sultants, PA, Frank L. COURT OF JUSTICE Hayes, PLS No. LSUPERIOR COURT 1488, and recorded in DIVISION Plat Book 007 Page BEFORE THE CLERK 034, Sheets 1 through 07-SP-08 8, at Sheet 5, Ashe County, North Carolina, NOTICE OF SALE Public Registry. UNDER AND BY VIR­ TUE OF ORDERS en­ tered in this matter by the Clerk of Superior Court of Ashe County, North Carolina, the un­ dersigned court-ap­ pointed Commissioners will offer the hereinafter described real property for sale to the highest bidder for cash at 3rd Floor Lobby, Ashe County Courthouse 150 Government Circle Jefferson, North Caroli­ na 10:00 o'clock a.m. November 8, 2007 The real property shall be offered for sale both as a whole and in des­ ignated parts, and then sold by the method which is most advanta­ geous and produces the highest price. Tract 4, containing 20.813 acre, as shown and described on plat number 07257S6, enti­ tled "Boundary Survey of the Property of the Heirs of Granville D. Patrick, Sheet Six of Eight," prepared by Ap­ palachian Professional Land Surveyors & Con­ sultants, PA, Frank L. Hayes, PLS No. L1488, and recorded in Plat Book 007 Page 034, Sheets 1 through 8, at Sheet 6, Ashe County, North Carolina, Public Registry. This sale is subject to any outstanding ad val­ orem taxes, including taxes for 2007, prior deed of trust, liens, rights-of-way or ease­ ments, if any, and such other encumbrances as may appear of record. This sale will be in all particulars governed by the provisions of N.C.G.S. §1-339.1, et. seq. The highest bid­ der will be required to make a deposit of ten (10%) percent of the first $10,000.00 and five (5%) of all amounts over the first $10,000.00, as a good faith deposit on said bid. Any successful bidder shall be required to tender the full bal­ ance purchase price so bid in cash or certified check at the time the Commissioners tender a Commissioners' Deed for the property. Should said successful bidder fail to pay the full balance purchase price so bid at that time, the bidder shall remain liable on the bid as provided by statute. This the 16th day of October, 2007. Charles E. Clement Commissioner Eye strain from computer use is the number one complaint of office workers. Talk to your eyecare professional about computer eye­ wear to help prevent eye strain. The Vision Council ol America recommends regular eye exams lor you aud your family to ensure healthy vision. (3* Check Yearly. See Clearly www.checkyearly.com Tracie Jordan Commissioner Beauty starts on the inside, where women in their late teens and early twenties need strong bones to help prevent conditions like osteoporosis later in life. Regular weight-bearing exorcise and a calcium-rich diet are the best lifestyle measures. For more information and advice, visit aaos.org and rjos.org. AMENICAN ACADEMY Or ORTMOf*Af:OtC SURQKONS Got t>p. Got <H*t. Got moving ''5''• "' Tract 5, containing 14.280 acre, as shown and described on plat number 07257S7, enti­ tled "Boundary Survey of the Property of the Heirs of Granville D. Patrick, Sheet Seven of The real property to be Eight," prepared by Ap­ offered for sale as a palachian Professional whole is described as Land Surveyors & Con­ follows: sultants, PA, Frank L. Hayes, PLS No. LBEING 123.751 acres 1488, and recorded in of land located along Plat Book 007 Page NCSR 1310 and NCSR 034, Sheets 1 through 1312 in Laurel Town­ 8, at Sheet 7, Ashe ship, Ashe County, County, North Carolina, North Carolina, and Public Registry. more particularly de­ scribed as follows: Tract 6, containing 25.657 acre,'as shown Parcel I, containing and described on plat 14.280 acres and Par­ number 07257, entitled cel II, containing "Boundary Survey of 109.471 acres, as the the Property of the same are shown and Heirs of Granville D. more particularly de­ scribed on plat num­ bers 07257S-1, 07257S-2, 07257S-3, 07257S-4, 07257S-5, 07257S-6, 07257S-7, and 07257S-8, entitled "Boundary Survey of is now taking applications the Property of the Heirs of Granville D. customer service oriented Appalachian Ski Mtn. from enthusiastic, individuals for full- time seasonal employment for the upcoming ski HUNTERS HELPING KIDS Sponsor by Men River Volunteer Fire A Rescue Department The event will take place at the National Guard Armory Building Nov. 10th starting at 7:00pm Tickets are $40 for a couple or $25 for a single. Contact any member to purchase a ticket. Sponsor tickets may also be purchase from any member I For Questions, Please Call Leonard or Julia Houck at 336-982-3893 season beginning November 16th. Applications are being accepted for the following areas: Snowmaking Reservations Nursery Office Security Ski Shop Equipment Rentals Restaurant Ice Skating Lift Operations Gift Shop Terrain Park Ticket Cashiers Apply in person at the Main Office on the lower level of the lodge 9am-4pm, Monday-Friday �JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS TUESDAY, OCTOBER 30/ 2007 PAGE 11 Court Ordered Calling all our veterans LAND AUCTION 123.751 ACRES Offered whole or in 6 parcels: 18.845, 23.587, 20.569, 20.813,14.280 and 25.657 acres To ALL Veterans: Thank you, thank you for your many years of unselfish service. Soldiers, you have giv­ en so much; more than most could ever realize. The Ashe County High School Chorus and student body would like to honor you again this year at our 2nd annual Veteran's Celebration. On Friday, November 9th at 10:00 a.m., the Ashe County High School Chorus and guests will host a special Celebration to acknowledge ALL Veterans and Current Service personnel in Ashe and surrounding counties. This Celebration will include % ?%• . ,v - :M' ' ; • 1.: "•' < • * : h * .1 M T" I . •*. * ' 1 ' • $€ 1,1 jjk numerous performances by students here at Ashe County High School. In addition to the Chorus, the Husky Van­ guard Marching Band and Flag Corps, student dancers, and student essayists will provide the presentations to honor all current and former servicemen. 1 - f s? » t v* * p , 1 Date and Place of Sale THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2007 10:00 a.m. ASHE COUNTY COURTHOUSE (3rd Floor Lobby) Jefferson, North Carolina We would like to request the presence of ALL Veterans and Service personrtel at this very special tribute. We also encourage all local citizens to attend. Andrea Spears Choral Director Ashe County High School For more information call: 828-264-6422 us LAWN SERVICES isr LAWN CARE orthwest H&J Lawn Care, Inc. CALHOUN CLEARING & GRADING • Foundations • Drainage/Erosion Control • Land Clearing • Road Construction • Water Gardens & Landscaping Wesley Calhoun 977-9040 • 846-4688 • 977-4882 Lawn Services . Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and part time residents of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. Lot Maintenance ** Minor Landscaping Serving Ashe & Alleghany Counties "Since 1989" 9464 Hwy 15 N • Grassy Creek, NC 2B631 FREE ESTIMATES 336-982-4651 336-385-8563 Thomas Reed - Owner 336-246-3434 ^445 Wade Vannoy Dr.»West Jefferson. NC/ ASHE COUNTY ROOFINC FREE ESTLMATES 2S Years Experience Senior Citizens Discounts Serving Wilkes and Surrounding Counties North Wilkesboro 336-670-3554 1 1 1 licensed in North Carolina & VA Install roofing of all kinds Roof Painting Insured & ALL Work Guaranteed yggr FREE ESTIMATES Allen Miller 336-334-3033 tp TREE SERVICE BOB'S TREE SERVICE Serving the High Country "Fully Insured" •Tree Trimming • Tree Removal • Dump Truck • Chipper • Clearing Lots • Cutting Views • FREE ESTIMATES ROOP'S ROOFING All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs Bob Cox 780 Anderson Hill Rd.» Lansing, NC FREE ESTIMATES! Owner: Charles Roop Lansing, NC 336-384-2063 OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE VCell: 977-2978 Home: 384-4978^ -TREE I STUMP SERVICE) Cox's Stump Grinding & Tree Service Hedge Trimming, Landscaping, Bush hogging All Dangerous Trees iFree Estimates 336-977-1272 or 336-982-6218 4VT TREE SERVICE TKayCmwT\ Tree, Service* Tree Topping,Trimming and Removal i n u u o u i c u - ^uuiniiiciUdl - ntJblUtJIILId ^loMwtain Field £*cavating & Hauling <Pail^ a E£ubd«a£, No JOB TOO SMALL!' Contracting Co. 336-877-5010 Where Quality is a Tradition •Siding 0 my ' » i SI®; ¥ • Patios •Decks *>£ 'Rock Work •Interior Trim All Work Guaranteed / Licensed, Bonded & Insured H MM Lot Clearing Basement/Footers twner IRWIN DRAFTING A N D D E S I G N ^ Specializing! in: Custom house plans Remodeling plans Material estimates Scaled models Experienced in the construction industry 55 Acorn hill Road Sparta, N.C. 2S675 Jacob Irwin Rhone; 33G-G57-0207 Email: jacob_irwin@yahoo.com D3T Driveways Gravel, Mulch, Dirt 'Buildings ph: 1-336-620-1241 http://home.eartlink.net/~npo/ DRAFTING & DESIGN Ponds Ditching Michael Pennington 336-385-2346 Mobile: 336-977-1312 SANITATION SERVICE -i\\ns Sanitation Serv; GRAPHIC DESIGN • Meeting all your Graphic Design needs. No job too big or too small! 336-982-5145 fireflycano«@yahoo.com It's Finally Here! A Private Trash Service for Ashe County! William & Amy Phillips JS&iL ' We are now accepting new accounts Garbage Service includes: Weekly or Biweekly Pickup Residential, Light Commercial and Small Business Accepted Contact us at: 828-394-4944, 828-292-3211 or 336-977-0500 Toll Free: 877-217-9866 • 8am - 6pm I �PAGE 12 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Time running out for farmers to file for funds Farmers and operators RF t rt »4 • >11 r\ r\ 4m 4- 1% wanting to participate in the 2008 Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) must have their applica­ tions in before November 1, 2007. The USDA Natural Re­ sources Conservation Service (NRCS) is accepting applica­ tions for EQIP at local USDA Service Centers and Soil and Water Conservation District offices. EQIP provides cost share funds to help produc­ lim T~* t 1 ers protect their soil from ero­ eroN • AM M A /] • • NN MA 1 -- AA X A _ _ i. - * sion, reduce sediment, nutri ent, and chemical pollutants from entering streams, and improve wildlife habitat. EQIP provides cost-share assistance to persons engaged in livestock and crop produc­ tion, including horticulture and specialty crops like fruits and vegetables. Typical prac­ tices in North Carolina in­ clude no-till, buffers, nutri­ ent and pest management, fencing to keep livestock P. A 1. A A A A <* / ^ U A VM a A N from streams, Ag-ChemicalI Buildings, watering facilities, heavy use areas and other conservation practices. The EQIP program pro­ vides special incentives for beginning farmers and farm­ ers with limited resources. This is likely to be the only opportunity farmers have to participate in EQIP in 2008. Farmers can sign up for the program any time during the year. However, because EQIP in A A A - A A A. 1 J-l is a competitive program, ap­ plications received during the year are usually ranked once a year to determine those that offer the most conserva­ tion benefits for their cost. Additional information may be found at http://www. nc.nrcs.usda.gov/programs. To apply for EQIP, or for more information, contact your lo­ cal NRCS office. The U.S. Department of A * fa /T •l~I TN i i • •• • . Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in all its pro­ grams and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, dis­ ability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, and marital or family status. (Not all pro­ hibited bases apply to all pro­ grams.) Persons with disabili­ ties who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc etc.) * « t TT T"V 4 V RN 4 T should contact USDAs TAR­ GET Center at 202-720-2600 (voice and TDD). To file a complaint of dis­ crimination write USDA, Di­ rector, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Build­ ing, 14th and Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call 202-7205964 (voice or TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. Poet laureate's dream of autobiography comes true James Larkin Pearson, North Carolina Poet Laureate from 1953 until 1981, always wanted an autobiography and started to write it several times. His dream has finally come true with the publication of the book, Poet's Progress: The Autobiography of James Larkin Pearson 1879-1981. Through Dr. Howard Thompson, the first president of Wilkes Community College, Mr. Pearson willed his library, printing press, and other items to the college contingent on the establishment of library space for his collection on campus. Dr. Fay Byrd, Director of Learning encouraged the Resources, learning resources personnel in the 70's to get involved in fundraising efforts to make the library possible. Their ef­ forts included a gospel singing in the old YMCA and a talent show with Ric and Nancy Vandett being involved. Addition­ ally, many grants to support the project were applied for over the next several years. Mrs. Janet Atwood and Mrs. Mountain Aire Audrey Chapel supervised the moving the library to the cam­ pus where Mrs. Atwood was the James Larkin Pearson Li­ brarian. Prior to the library's establishment, Mr. Pearson wanted another book of poetry to be published. Byrd edited and Miss Kate Anthony keyed My Fingers and My Toes, Col­ lected Poems of James Larkin Pearson. For five years, pub­ lishers were contacted and fi­ nally Ingram Book Company in Nashville, Tennessee pub­ lished it. This final book of Mr. Pear­ become a poet, a news man as son's, Poet's Progress: the Au­ a reporter in Washington, D. tobiography of James Larkin C., and Charlotte, and then a Pearson 1879 -1981, was keyed printer. Residents of the Boom­ by the Learning Resources per­ er, Ferguson, and Moravian sonnel Christy Earp, Rebecca Falls area will appreciate the Kruger, and Vickie Cothren families and geographic loca­ and made ready to be printed tions featured in Pearson's au­ by Wilkes Community College tobiography. where current president Dr. Pearson's library and print­ Gordon Burns has been very ing press now are significant supportive in promoting the li­ features of Lowe's Hall on the brary and now the book. campus of Wilkes Community The book tells the story of College and a NC state high­ Pearson's life from childhood way marker honoring him will to the events that led him to be placed on highway 421. The highway maker is becoming a reality thanks to state legisla­ tures Mr. Steve Goss and Mr. Tracy Walker, who have worked to fulfill a goal begun by the Wilkes County Commissioners and Mrs. Linda Cheek with the Chamber of Commerce. Pearson's autobiography is available at the Wilkes Com­ munity College Bookstore for $29.99. WCC welcomes visitors to campus to come to Lowe's Hall and see the Pearson col­ lection in person and learn more. Enter the Mt. Aire Seafood / Jefferson Post 7 Football (Contest seafood 8t steaks Each weekly winner will be entered into a drawing to be held at Mountain Aire Seafood for a $50.00 Gift Certificate at the end of the Football Contest in December. Please see our Friday editions for the winuer information for the weekly Football Contest. Thanks to everyone for playing the Mountain Aire Seafood / Jefferson Post Football Contest! 2001 football Contest Rules 1 .The games listed by number in each advertisement correspond to the lines in the entry blank. Some advertisements may contain more than one game. Simply write on the correct lines in the entry blank which team you think will win. 2. At the bottom of the entry blank is the Tiebreaker. In the spaoe indicated guess the total combined number of points that will be scored by both teams in that game. 3. A $20 Gift Certificate from Mountain Aire Seafood will be awarded to the entrant predicting the most winners. In the event of ties the Tiebreaker will be employed to decide the winning entrant. In the event the Tiebreaker does not break the tie the prize will be divided equally. 4. In the count that in event that games week's contest games from are week's contest Friday postponed if period. The through they they are contest the will played period following only within covers Thursday. 5. Entries may be mailed to: Jefferson Post at P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or brought to the office at 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson. All mail entries must be postmarked by the post office no later than the Friday preceding the start of the contest period and be received no later than Monday's mail. All entries hand delivered must be at the office of Jefferson Post no later than 5 p.m. on the Friday starting the contest week. 6. Limit of one entry per person, per envelope, per contest date. All entries must be on entry forms clipped from Jefferson Post. No photographically reproduced or hand drawn entries will be accepted. 7. All entries become the property of Jefferson Post.The decision of the judges is final. 8. Winners will be announced as soon after .the date of the contest period as judging allows. 9. Employees of Jefferson Post and their families are ineligible. PARKER TIE HARDWARE OUR GOAL IS SAVING YOU CASH! & BUILDING SUPPLY COMPANY B © xrjr' 1@ (Andersen I Best J*?*-* **>hb, J -s < $13,888 EMPIRE a 2000 W. 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It wasn't long before we were dating and things began to change. He put me down for where I had gone to col­ lege, though he had never attended college himself. He started comparing me to "all the other girls" he had dated, telling me how pretty they were, yet he had never told me that I was pretty. I kept trying to do things to improve my appearance and trying to be good to him, hoping he would think 1 was at least "as pretty" as he seemed to think they were. Then he would tell me I was worrying too much, he loved me now. He would get very upset if I was on the phone with a friend for more than five minutes. If I spoke to any of his male friends, I would catch it later, being ac­ cused of "flirting" with them, so it got to the point where I just didn't speak to anyone. I tried on several occasions to break up with him, but he would become desperate and tell me how much he loved me and how much I meant to him. I was young and inse­ cure and I craved those words of affection. Of course, he was going to change. It was a cra­ zy relationship. He would tell me that nobody else would have me, none of his friends thought I was pretty or nice and they couldn't understand why he was with me. It is so much easier to believe the bad things about yourself than it is the good, so I be­ lieved him. I felt like I was stuck. Everyone seemed to like him and I thought that nobody would believe what he was really like- they all laughed at his jokes and he was such a charmer. With lead in my stomach, I mar­ ried him a few months after we had started dating. Dur­ ing the marriage, I could nev­ er do anything right. I could fix supper, but it was never good enough. I would be al­ most finished cooking and he would tell me he was going to his mom's or sister's to eat. I remember that several times they were having pizza or leftovers when he left. I col­ lected angels and in his rages, he broke all the angels my friends and family had given me. He punched holes in the door and in the walls all over the house. If I was on the phone with friends or family, I was very anxious. I felt like I needed to hurry and hang up or he was going to get mad or start giving me "looks". If my friends or family came over, I was a ball of nerves, trying to get them out of the house when he got home because I knew he didn't want them there. When they left, he would make surly comments like, "they were here a long time weren't they?" It didn't matter if they had been there for five minutes when he got home, it still made him angry. My friends stopped coming over and they stopped calling. During this time, he played ball. If I went with him, I had better not be caught talk­ ing to any of the other men, because I would be accused of flirting as soon as we got in the car and a fight would ensue all night. If it was someone he didn't know and I did, he would tell them to stop talking to me or else. I'm sure these players thought I was a very unfriendly wom­ an, because I stopped smiling and talking to everyone and I had always been one to at least smile at everybody. He would take off all weekend many times in the only vehi­ cle I could drive and be gone all weekend with ball tourna­ ments, but if I wanted to go to a movie, with him or a friend, either "we didn't have the money" or "I didn't need to go out with a friend, it would look like I was looking for a man". As far as groceries, I was given a $20 limit to get groceries most weeks and this mostly bought food for his lunch. He would then com­ plain because he didn't know where the money was going that he had given me for food. The-strange1 thing, I had con­ trol of the checkbook and was allowed to pay bills, but I was not allowed to buy anything extra for myself. When I was expecting, he would not allow me to buy maternity clothes, telling me that I could wear his work clothes (he was in construction). Thankfully, my parents came to the res­ cue again. Most women who have been abused will tell you that they can not separate the incidents of violence. They are telling the truth. It is very hard to remember ex­ actly what happened which time. I never thought I was being abused because I didn't have to go to the emergency room with a broken arm or a bloodied nose, but domestic violence includes everything I've written about above and it can includes some of what I'm getting ready to add. My husband started out be­ ing emotionally abusive and controlling. As time went on, he started asking why I was wearing makeup or why I was fixing my hair or dressing up just to go to the grocery store? "Who are you trying to im­ press?" I began to realize that he was the opposite of what I originally believed-he was my legs were scraped up re­ ally bad and a family member confronted me the next day. I made up a story about falling on the porch. Another time, I was just trying to leave, (he was always threatening that if I took the car, he was call­ ing the police on me and tell­ ing them I had stolen his car) so I was in a hurry to get out the door with the keys in my hand. The next thing I knew, something hard hit me in the temple and I literally saw stars. I stood there stunned very insecure. He would grab my upper arms-hard enough to leave bruises. He grabbed me around the neck one time until I almost passed out. This left bruises and it made my throat hurt. I realize now that I could probably have taken out charges for stran­ gulation. I hid the bruises with a turtleneck-it just hap­ pened to be winter. He was big on kicking me and knock­ ing me down and banging my head into the floor or backing me up against the wall and slamming me into the wall. One of these times, I did man­ age to get away from him and I ran out the back door. I ran as hard and as fast as I could, screaming "help!", just know­ ing a neighbor would have to hear me. He tackled me from behind and managed to drag me back into the house. I don't remember what hap­ pened after that. But I know for a second, but then began fumbling hurriedly with the lock because I saw him run­ ning towards me. I made it outside and to the front yard. It was dark. The only thing I can accurately recall is wak­ ing up in the front yard and the grass being wet. The house was dark and I didn't have my keys. I knocked on the door, because I didn't have anywhere else to go. I banged on the door and waited. He finally stumbled to the door. He had obviously been asleep. I think this was the point that I realized that he really didn't care about me. Crazy isn't it? Through everything, it took him sleeping through my pain for me to realize he didn't care. You are really not yourself when you are in an abusive relationship. You become sick with them. At this time, I did not real­ ize that the threatened use of a weapon heightened the le­ thality of a domestic violence relationship. I didn't even realize at the time that I was in an abusive relationship. However, throughout the marriage and my pregnancy, he would pull out a long bar­ reled gun, start cleaning it, and threaten to kill me and then kill himself. He would take the gun apart and make me sit next to him on the couch while doing this. It got to the point where I wished he would just do it and stop threatening. Living in do­ mestic violence will push you to that point. You see, nobody knew what I was living in. I never told anyone. I would leave and drive off somewhere and sleep in my car. I even got a hotel room once. But, I was ashamed. I didn't want anyone to know what I was living in. I was not raised like that and didn't want anyone to know I was crazy enough that I would have married someone like that. He was the only person I had dated that was like that. Living in a violent or emo­ tionally abusive relationship has a way of making you feel crazy because the behaviors from the abuser, male or fe­ male, are crazy making be­ haviors. There is cycle in do­ mestic violence in which the tension begins to build and there is increase anger, blam­ ing, and arguing. Then there is the battering incident in which slapping, kicking, ver­ bal threats or abuse occurs. Following this is when the partner and or the batterer are most likely to seek help. The abused partner is feeling hurt and scared. The third stage is the honeymoon stage in which the batterer may deny violence or say it hap­ pened because he was drunk or under stress. He will prob­ ably say he's sorry and that it Pick the winner of the race & win $20! Be sure to watch the Dickies 500 on Sunday, November 4<h and play the NASCAR contest with the Jefferson Post. Please check our Friday, November 9 edition for the winner information on this race. Pit stop for Prizes Race Entry Form dickies 500 Texas Motor Speedway 11-4-07 Race Winner Your Name Your Address City. State. _Zip. Phone # TIE BREAKER: (PLEASE GUESS THE NUMBER OF CAUTIONS DURING THIS RACE) Mail this form to: Jefferson Post, PO Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694, or bring by our office at 203 S. Second Ave. in West Jefferson Photo by Jim Morton Eleven-year-old Olivia King of Raleigh, NC and her father Tom pose with Armstrong, the woolly worm who outpaced 1,400 other caterpillars Saturday for the honor of proclaim­ ing the official winter weather forecast at the 30th annual Woolly Worm Festival in Banner Elk. Mountain tradition says the brown and black stripes on the woolly worm predict the severity of the coming winter. According to Armstrong, the first four weeks of winter will be cold and snowy. The 5th and 6th weeks will be cold, while weeks 7 and 8 will be cold with light snow. Armstrong says to expect a mild spell during weeks 10 and 11 with a cold an snowy close to the winter in weeks 12 and 13. For more infor­ mation or for help, please call A Safe Home for Every­ one at 982-8851. 77 Official Jefferson Post I NASCAR Woolly worm winner will never happen again. The victim is least open to help right now, while the batterer is most open to help right now because they are trying to prove that they are sorry and are trying hold on to their partner. At this point, both parties may distort what re­ ally happened. Today, there is hope and there is help. There is a place to go. A Safe Home for Ev­ eryone (A.S.H.E.) has 24 hour assistance in the way of a cri­ sis line, an emergency shel­ ter for women and children, emergency placement for men, an administrative office with case management staff that can assist with finding housing, jobs, emergency cell phones which are provided through a partnership with Carolina West Wireless and our local Call to Protect pro­ gram, and many other servic­ es. We have a survivors sup­ port group that meets twice a month that provides childcare and supper. A.S.H.E. also provides court advocacy and assistance in filing Domestic Violence Protective Orders and criminal warrants. We help victims prepare for court as far as helping her gather­ ing her evidence, assist her in filling out victim's impact statements, and filling vic­ tim's compensations forms and preparing her with phone numbers for the district at­ torneys office or the local legal aid office. They can go to court more prepared and more confident and they don't have to go alone. Nobody has to do this alone. WEST JEFFERSON CHEVROLET ^•AN AMERICAN REVOLUTION J5* EMPIRE ^Chrysler • Jeep • Dodge King of the Mountain New 2007 2000 West US Ram 1500 Reg Cab Hwy 421 L SXT4x2 wnkesboro, NC W $13,888 1. 2. Only one (1) entry per person per race. Duplicate entries will void all entries for that person, for that race. You may enter as many separate races as you like throughout the contest. 3. Entry form is published with the contest each race. In order to be eligible you must use the official entry form for that race from the JEFFERSON POST or its facsimile. 4. How to Win -- Write down the name of the driver you think will win that week's race on the entry form. If you answer correctly, you win $20. In the event of a tie, the person guessing closest to the number of cautions during the race will win $20. 5. All entries must be received in the office of the JEFFERSON POST no later than 5:00pm the Friday before the race that is entered. Due to the change in ownership of the Jefferson Post, we are unable to continue to offer Bonus Points for the Nascar Contest. We will continue to award a weekly prize of $20 to the winner of the Nascar Contest. No Purchase Necessary to Win Parker Tie Company Inc. Building Supply and Hardware 19 South 3rd Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.parkertie.doitbest.com West Jefferson, NC • 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy.net ^: | 2 Pit: Stop for Prizes Con-test: Rules 866-380-2458 (336) 246-2611 �PAGE 14 FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY EVENTS Mountain nature hike at Mt. Jefferson State Park Monday October 29 6:30 p.m.: The Greater Lan­ sing Development Committee will meet at the Lansing Volun­ teer Fire Department.Topics will include Lansing Downtown Revitalization, Lansing Park and Walking Trail, Ola Belle Reed Festival and the Blue Ridge Ru­ ral Land Trust. For more infor­ mation call 977-1320. Wednesday October 31 6-8:30 p.m.: First Annual Fall Harvest Festival at Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church, 208 East Main Street Jefferson. Festive booths, clowns, magic show, games, prizes, food. Pas­ tor, Rev. Art Eaton welcomes you. Friday November 2 4-8 p.m.: Fish Fry to benefit Ashe Outreach Ministries. $8 donation for a large plate of fish, fries, hushpuppies, slaw, drink and dessert. Takeouts available. Saturday November 3 The Ashe County Humane So­ ciety will be holding their an­ nual Photos with Santa event from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Come have your pet's picture taken by Cathy Allinder at the Humane Society Resource Center. Chil­ dren may have their photos tak­ en but must be accompanied by a pet. The donation amount is $10 and all proceeds benefit the Ashe County Humane Soci­ ety. Please call 336-982-4297 for more information. 7 a.m.-1 p.m.:Yard Sale for Missions at Big Laurel Church in Creston. Breakfast will be served. 5-8 p.m.: A covered dishbenefit supper to help with medical expenses is being held for Phyl­ lis & Roger Farmer of Mouth of Wilson, VA. The benefit is on Saturday, November 3, 2007 from 5:00 pm util 8:00 pm at the Rugby Rescue Squad building. Take out trays are available. If you can't attend but would like to make a donation they can be sent to: Phyllis Farmer," 106 Tug Ln., Mouth of Wilson, VA 24363 7 p.m.: Regular First Saturday Night Singing at Rock Creek Baptist Church. Bob Graybeal and the Glory Land Singers will be singing. Everyone is wel­ come to attend. Sunday November 4 2 p.m.: Blue Ridge Chamber Players at Ashe Arts Center. Tickets $8 for adults, $5 stu­ dents. Call 846-ARTS for info. 6:45: Revival at Smethport Baptist Church through Fri­ day, Nov. 9. Rev. Melvin Sisson vember 27, from 9:00 am until from Kentucky will be preach­ 5:30 pm at the Ashe Campus. ing. Prayer room opens at 6:45, Tuition is $55. For more infor­ service at 7. Pastor James Se- mation, call 846-3900. chrest and congregation invites everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Beaver Creek Baptist Church will have their fall 11 a.m.: Mountain Hearts Cen­ revival. Each evening through ter for Prevention and Well­ Nov. 7. Rev. Chris Goodman will ness presents To Choose or be speaking. Everyone is wel­ Not to Choose!" Karen Creed, come. Registered Dietitian, will help 7 p.m.: Phoenix Baptist untangle some of the myths Church will have Revival about carbohydrates and guide Services on November 4-7 us in making healthy choices. with Rev. Joey McClure as the Please cal 846-0744 to register speaker. They will start with for this free educational offer­ Prayer Room at 6:30 each night. ing. Services to start at 7:00PM. Rev. Jeff Dollar invites you to attend. 7 p.m.: Wagoner Baptist 10:30-11:30 a.m.: Ashe Ser­ Church will have Revival Ser­ vices for Aging hosts a pro­ vices November 4-7, at 7 p.m. gram on "Your Family Emer­ each night. Rev. Mack Arnold, gency Plan" at the Senior Jr. will be the guest speaker. Center. Light refreshments will Pastor, Rev. Steve Viers and be served. congregation welcome you. 7:30 p.m.: "Male Intellect, An 7:30 p.m.: Revival Services Oxymoron?" A combination of on November 4-9 At New Riv­ theatre and stand-up comedy er Baptist Church. Time 7:30 that explores the age-old ques­ nightly, prayer room, at 7;15 tion: What do women want? Speaker will be Rev. Julian Ow­ Tickets $12 adults, $5 students. ens from Tuckerdale Baptist Call 846-ARTS for info. Church. Special Singers nightly. Pastor Wayne Jones and Con­ gregation invite you all to come. Wednesday November 7 Thursday November 8 Monday November 5 Friday November 9 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Wilkes Community College will of­ fer a continuing education up­ date and elective for real estate agents. An elective entitled 'The Price is Right" will also be held on Nov. 9 from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. Anne Rasheed will be the presenter for both courses. Additionally, "Art of the Short Sale," an elective presented by Julia Iden, will be offered on Nov. 10 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost will be $45 per course. For more information or to pre-register, contact Phyllis Vannoy at 336-838-6166 or Dena Wiles at 336-838-6210. 5:30 p.m.: "Songs for the De­ cades," a benefit concert for A Safe Home for Everyone at Ashe Civic Center. Refresh­ ments will be available. Admis­ sion $2, all proceeds benefit A.S.H.E. 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m.: The Ameri­ can Red Cross will have a blood drive at the Ashe Cam­ pus of Wilkes Community College. 6 p.m.: Ashe Services for Ag­ ing presents "Learn Changes in Medicare and Medicare Part D" at the Senior Center. Each one in attendance will receive a small gift item. Presenter: Josiah Bova, field operational manager for the N.C. Depart­ ment of Insurance. 6:30 p.m.: The Peak Creek Ruritan Club will meet at the Peak Creek Community Center, Hwy. 88 East, Laurel Springs. After the meal there will be a pro­ gram and a business meeting. Visitors are welcome. For more information, call 982-9538. 7 p.m.: Monthly meeting of the National Alliance on Men­ tal Illness in Senior Center at the Watauga County- Human 2 p.m.: Primitive (Quartet Services Building in Boone. will sing at Calvary Free Will Featured speaker will be Rep. Baptist Church in Glendale Cullie Tarleton, N.C. House of Springs. Representatives. Contact Fran- 6 p.m.: Special singing from cine Barr at 828-263-5654 for the Bluff Mountain Boys more information. will be held at Bristol Baptist Church. Please come and join us! Landmark Baptist ChurchWilkes Community College will have Rev. Sam Hawkins - Ashe Campus Continuing from Cardwell Freewill Baptist Education Department is offer­ Church in Saltville, VA, as the ing the following classes: visiting evangelist on Sunday, Real Estate Broker—Contracts November 11th at 6:30 p.m. & Closings : On Tuesdays, be­ Landmark is located in the Silas ginning November 6 thru No­ Creek community. The Pastor, Sunday November 11 Tuesday November 6 Reverend Charlie McCoy and the congregation invite every­ one to attend. Monday November 12 6 p.m.: Ashe County Garden Club will have their annual holi­ day party and dinner. Members are reminded to get checks for the event to Don Johnson, treasurer, by the end of Octo­ ber. The club meets the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m. For more information about the club or the dinner, call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. Ongoing Events Phipps Farm Friday Night Jam. Every Friday (rain, sleet, or snow): 7-10 p.m. Admission Free. Venue is Old Time and Bluegrass Mountain Music. All music levels welcome, dancers too. Location: 2425 Silas Creek Rd., Lansing, NC. 28643. Info: Rita or Dawg Wood 336-3842382. How do Huskies' Fans celebrate after each Huskies' victory? They come to the Fifth Quarter. What is the 'Fifth Quarter'? It is a safe alternative and safe activity for high school and middle school students and their parents/friends. The 'Fifth Quarter' is held after each Ashe County High School home football game. The location of the 'Fifth Quarter' is the Youth Center at Warrensville Baptist Church and the Fellowship Hall of Warrensville United Methodist Church. Activities for the youth include games, music, devotional time and fellowship. This event is sponsored by the Warrensville Baptist, Warrensville United Methodist, Smethport United Methodist, Clifton United Methodist, and Phoenix Baptist Churches. For more information, please call 384-3391. Maintain and improve your German Conversation skills over a cup of coffee at Anne's Place in the heart of downtown Lansing every Wednesday from 2-4. Anne's Place is located at the traffic light across from Main Street Discount. Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday - Friday without appointments. those who are eligible. There is Primary Care: Monday - Friday no cost for this service. If you Breast and Cervical Cancer want to know if you qualify to Screening Clinic: Monday participate in the WIC program Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday or know someone who does; Family Planning, Maternity & contact 246-2013. Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Disabled American Veterans Pediatric Nurse Screening & will have BINGO on the 1st Dental Clinic: Days Vary and 3rd Thursday of the The Episcopal Parish of the Month at Family Central on Holy Communion will hold the Ashe Central High School November services at Holy Rd. In Jefferson at 7 p.m.. Trinity in Glendale Springs.Holy There will be food available at Communion is celebrated at 10 the Morning Star Cafe'. For a.m. Coffee hour immediately more information call 336-982follows the service. For 3743. information, call the church Alcoholics Anonymous office at 982-3076. Group meets on Mondays Country Roads Mobile and Thursdays at Jefferson Pharmacy: Ashe County United Methodist Church at Prescriptions can now be 7:30 p.m. - Closed Discussion filled in Boone at the Hunger & and Saturday at noon - Closed Health Coalition (the old Health "Big Book Study" - All meet­ Dept. building off Bamboo ings are non-smoking. Rd.). Medication pick-up days Anonymous Narcotics are Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10 group m Wednesdays and am - 2 pm. Clients my call in Saturdays at 7: 30 p.m. at prescription refills at 828-262Jefferson United Methodist 1628.Your physician can fax Church. new prescriptions to fax # The Ashe County team 828-262-0154. of High Country First in The Ashe County Garden Families (HCFiF) meets every Club meets the second Mon­ fourth Tuesday of the month day of each month at 6 p.m. If in the basement of the Ashe you have an interest in garden­ County Library at 4:30 p.m. ing and would enjoy discussing The purpose of this meeting plants, visiting private gardens is to gather resources in the or touring public gardens, call community to help individu­ Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299 als who are developmental^ for more information. disabled. Anyone interested in Eligibility for Free Medical this program is encouraged to Clinic. Tuesdays. 4:00 - 6:00. attend. For more information Anyone interested in receiv­ call Michelle Idol at 336-667ing free medical care from the 3333 extension 244 or toll-free Ashe County Free Medical at (866) 667-3398. Clinic must come to eligibility Choices for Sustainable screening. To be eligible you Living discussion course must live or work in Ashe Coun­ offered at the West Jefferson ty, be between the ages of 19 Coffee House Thursdays at - 64, have NO form of medical 6:30 p.m. Come learn with insurance, and provide proof of others how easy it is to live income that meets the clinic's more sustainably. One person policy. Call 846-4649 for an ap­ really can make a difference! pointment, or come to the clinic For information call Gerry at (at the red light in Jefferson) on the New River Earth Institute Tuesdays from 4:00 - 6:00. 336-877-1860 or visit www. WIC (Supplemental Food NewRiverEarthlnstitute.org. Program for Women Infants Mountain Overtones Barber­ and Children): If you are a shop Chorus now meets pregnant, breast-feeding or Thursdays at 7 p.m. at West postpartum woman, infant, Jefferson United Methodist or child less than five years Church. of age, and meet certain AL-ANON (for family and eligibility guidelines engioihty guiae^es you may friends of, addjcted oaraons): qualify to pSIflcipMdMft thU ' Meets v^)ji #e^83SS!i! at WIC Program. WIC is a special JRg pfrst Baptist Chumfi in supplemental food program West jefferson at noon?'For that provides individually details, call 384-1940. prescribed packages of food to MISS CANCER THAT UIIKASOUNDS FIND Saturday, November 10,2007 ' 8 A.M.-Until OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Ultrasound Scans How many hours are your bank's locations open each week? • Carotid Arteries (stroke risk) 8c Thyroid Gland for cancer $50 • Abdomen for early cancers of the liver, spleen, pancreas, adrenal gland, kidneys, gallstones, aortic aneurysm $50 • Osteoporosis $29 Blood Screening • Complete lipids & diabetic panel $35 • Complete two liver panels $25 Presented by Ultrascreen, Inc. a West Jefferson firm (NOT Afflicated with LifeLine) AF Bank 's five Ashe County locations are open a combined 262 hours per week. We make banking easier! /IF Bank (336) 246-4344 | www.afgrp.com Appointments Required: 1-877-763-3344 www.ultrascreen.us Medical Director Dr. Lynn Borchert on site for same day results. Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Member FDIC 201 South Street Jefferson, NC 28640 Sponsored By: Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2007 PAGE 15 COMMUNITY NEWS Get your life under control for the holidays by Maria Cilley (FlyLady) Special to the Post Do you dread the holidays? Are you so wrapped up in creating the "picture perfect" Christmas that you have lost your joy? How would you like to cruise through the holidays starting December 1st? Not enough time to get everything done before our imaginary de­ parture? Let me help you re­ lieve this self-inflicted stress. Where does this stress come from? Purchasing gifts, mak­ ing gifts, cooking, cleaning, house guests, parties, travel­ ing, wrapping presents, greet­ ing cards, mailing packages, decorating, shopping, or fam­ ily squabbles? NO! It comes from our attitudes. With our perfectionism we feel we don't have enough time to do it right so we procrastinate, then we overspend and wear ourselves out, all because we did not take the time to plan and do a little each day. No wonder you aren't having fun anymore! Are you feeling over­ whelmed? Is your bed calling your name? Do you feel like pulling the covers over your head until January? Hold on a second. Now get some paper-an old spiral notebook with some pages left will do nicely~and your calendar. By the time you finish this article, your cruise will have begun, and stress will have missed the boat! Let's build your Holiday Control Journal. Keep this with you at all times; it will think for you! A few minutes planning your BabySteps now can save you money, frustra­ tion and time in December. At the top of each page write these headings Menus/Recipes, and shop­ ping list on opposite page Baking plans/Recipes, and shopping list on opposite page Gift List to buy: Who, what, and price. Think: clutter-free gifts Gifts to make: Who, what, and make a shopping list. Keep it simple. Travel preparations: Car repair, plane tickets, packing list. Decorations: What's need­ ed, Rooms to decorate Packages to ship Catalog orders Home Preparation (clean and declutter), whether trav­ eling or not. Dates to remember (put these on your calendar) We are all good at making lists; our problem is that our lists overwhelm us because we don't know how to break them into easy-to-use BabyS­ teps. You can do anything for 15 minutes! Even get ready for the holidays. Your Holiday Control Journal doesn't have to be perfect. It is your ticket to enjoying the process. CHAOS (Can't Have Any­ one Over Syndrome) is going to keep you from enjoying the process. We are going to focus on our homes right now. Don't skip this part. It is the foun­ dation to being able to get the rest done. Put on a relaxing holiday CD and light a scented candle. Let's get started. Grab a to FLY (Finally Love Yourself) by using BabyStep routines. Are you ready to Cruise Through the Holidays? We can help you with our Holiday Control Journal that you can download for free or follow these directions and build one for yourself. Go to http^/www.flylady. net/images/HCJ2003.pdf. For more help getting rid of your CHAOS; check out her website and join her free men­ toring group at www.FlyLady. net or her book, Sink Reflec­ tions published by Bantam and her New York Times Best Selling book, Body Clutter published by Fireside. Copy­ right 2007 Maria Cilley Used by permission in this publica­ tion. Ashe County Humane Society Pets for Adoption Adopt a new best friend! Female Jack Russel mix that is around 3 mounths old. timer-the most important part of Crisis Cleaning 101. We can do anything for 15 minutes, and that is how this works. After you get dressed to your lace-up shoes, start in your kitchen. When the timer goes off, move to the living room, then to the bathroom. After three 15-minute sessions it is time to sit down and rest for 15 minutes. You cannot let your perfectionism take over. You have to rest or you will crash and burn. Then you can do three more 15 minute sessions of crisis cleaning. Remember this is surface cleaning and not the time to dig deeply qr clean out a closet. For more details on keeping your home looking nice, go to my website www.FlyLady.net or my book Sink Reflections. We teach you Female Beagle that is Ace is a male American Bulldog female Chuhauhau mix that is around 1 year old that is around 1 year old. He is very arourfoi yearoW.Sbewaspicted Buffy and Skitty are the best of buddies. They are 4 mos old and have been fostered by a wonderful mom who had to return to FL. They are so play­ ful and sweet - Please give these wonderful kitties a lov­ ing home. sweet with everyone and loves kids, up as a stray and will be avaifole for addoption on 10-17-07. To contact Ashe Animal Control, call (336) 982-4060, or visit them at 767 Fred Pugh Road, Crumpler. Their normal business hours are from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday. Casey and Punkin will entertain you as long as you let them. They are the absolute cutest of tuxedo kittens. Spaying will be covered by the Humane Society. Tinker is a Maine Coone mix who was found at a dumpster with her litter of kittens. A good Samaritan saved her and brought her back to health. However, they have other animals and must find Tinker a permanent home. Won't you give her a second chance? 336-982-4297 is around 2 years old. Female Shepherd mix that is around 5 years old. around 5 old. months Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located directly in front of the Armoiy on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@slybest.com Male DSH that is around 5 months old. the M. *$:, (tfC ' • ' ff$ \ + Harold Ashley School Principal Machinist ilp B© y Veteran "Teamwork" Jody Ashley im-iaawcwwsi Type j w i i JIT r ] j u y l l Rffi | w | 1nTTi i.vitf i&ikijiito;j\, •&&&&;••'•in• •ii: rv:'r v • -8806 j o sjeaA O I Z » ameN * H l "1lie s>ll » WOMmeaj. jo sjieax <H2 • awBN »M* "! il» s.*l! • PMOMUieojL jo sjboa 01-2 • euiefi aq» ui = �PAGE 16 , OCTOBER 30, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Keep your little critfc safe on Halloweei i i Sl */?p Jlfpp to/Spp /Jp&py PV/P HP//PP>PPP C?pf/vptp / S f f / p/ /TFR/pp/mp/y„ PPZ///Spf//J//pptp PPJ/J/PP/ •/Spf p yppr/topp/yp/pp fp /P/P/C-PP-fpppf/py &p l/Hf/jSA; W /fpj/S//y/SF/p //Sp p/y/SF /SPVPJ. i p PAN p/fp /pp/vr/p / v trouble. /Sp/y^f pp/fpp//(/p /pyp PP /APPP PPS/V/PP PP pppr/y /Spy • "P/pp a jp/S pppp fp fp/p/-pp -/PPP/ \D/STHTY/ Jfpy /P P ypptty • Op/y y / /SPVJPJ f/Spf 6pt/p //Sp yppp/S /Sy6/ PP p p • //pp£PFJ J/SPW/I/SP PJPPP //I/J p ppp/to/y/S/ '/fyppp P/S//I//jpf ppppptypp/prfSYypy /*tp£p JPPP //Spy /CPPPJ /SPPJ tmtk /P PPPP/SYPV • yS/SPPYT £ppy p P/PJP pyp PP ypt/p P/S//S//PP P/S//P pppp/py f/Sp /ut/p-jj inCIf • ^ppj/T/PR //PP Jpfk/y aJ/S//P t/ppprp//py /pp HP//PMPP navinq CI Il0i � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 87 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JP_2007_1030 Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C., October 30, 2007] Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a title="Jefferson Post" href="http://www.jeffersonpost.com" target="_blank">Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C.]</a> Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Newspapers Is Part Of A related resource in which the described resource is physically or logically included. <a title="Jefferson Post" href=" https://omeka.library.appstate.edu/collections/show/47" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Jefferson Post</a> Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant West Jefferson (N.C.) Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 16 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-10-30 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/1a78d482548e36289970260c6cac6083.pdf 66bc1957e358ea6ef91c3ccb1d25a521 PDF Text Text • Huskies upset Eagles Friday page 1B November 2, 2007 • Tant/Vega named All-State 500 page 1B Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com • Los Arcoiris wins soccer titles Volume 82, Issue 88 page 1B SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINGE 1925 Holiday Parade coming Nov. 10 by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Post photo by Linda Burchette Participating in the ribbon cutting to officially open the West Jefferson ABC store on Thursday were, from left: Alderman Jerry McMillan, ABC Board Member Jak Reeves, Mayor Dale Baldwin, ABC Board Chairman Chris Barr, store Staff Member Dave Seyse, Manager Doug Williamson, Assistant Manager Tony Lyall, ABC Board Member Russell Killen and Staff Member Gwyn Bard. ABC store opens by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor "This is a sort of milestone for Ashe County," said Mayor Dale Baldwin as he cut the ribbon Thursday morning to open the new ABC store in West Jefferson. "The people voted for it, and today we're going to open the store they voted for." The mayor was joined by West Jefferson Aldermen Jer­ ry .McMillan and Bob McCoy, Town Manager Greg McGinnis and town staff, and other town officials in officially opening the ABC store. The store is set up and operated by West Jefferson ABC Board members Chris Barr, Jak Reeves and Russell Killen and the ABC store staff con­ sisting of Manager Doug Wil­ liamson, Assistant Manager Tony Lyall, Dave Seyse and Gwyn Bard. Chris Barr, chairman of the ABC Board, thanked the town for working with his board on securing the build­ ing and helping with the de­ tails of setting up and open­ ing. "We're very excited to be opening today," Barr said. "We have a great staff and this will be a great success. I want to thank Darrel Ham­ ilton, general contractor, and all the contractors and sub­ contractors who helped with the building. Everything went very smoothly in the setup." As the mayor welcomed ev­ eryone and congratulated the ABC Board for their work, a brief interruption occurred when Sonny Williams came into the store carrying a Bible and asking to say a prayer. He said a few words about the trouble alcohol can cause for young people, but when Mayor Baldwin agreed to al­ low the prayer, Williams sim­ ply thanked the town boards for allowing him to speak and he left. When the store officially j See ABC, page 5A Holiday markets set Get ready for a fabulous shopping experience amidst a festive atmosphere at the "Handmade & Homegrown Christmas" markets taking place at the Ashe County Farmers Market beginning Saturday, November 17. There will be a wonderful­ ly wide variety of items avail­ able. Local farmers will have pasture raised pork, lamb, chicken, duck, goose and goat meat. There will be fresh baked breads, cakes, pies and cookies as well as items ...when a man with Ashe County ties competes in the Hri© Mofiirnt Jeopardy TAtimnmont of Champions. Dr. Chris Mazurek Tournament r\ f Phamnlnnc Or (seen above with Alex Trebek), husband of Dr. Micah Osborne Mazurek (who is native of the county) will be com­ peting in the tournament, which airs Monday on NBC. He was a contestant for five nights in October 2006. Mazurek won a total of $76,600 and was invited to go back to Los Angeles on Oct. 8, 2007, for the taping of the Tournament of Champions. He is the son-in-law of Mike and Joy Osborne and the grandson-in-law of Marvin and Polly Osborne and Thelma Roten, all of West Jefferson. And how did he do in the tournament? Tune in Monday and find out! Contact Us Show your pride with the theme of "Celebrating Our Heritage." Prizes for entries will be as follows: Best Business Unit, $200 for 1" place and $100 for 2nd place; Best Non­ profit Unit, $200 for l"1 place and $100 for 2nd place; Best Youth Group Under Age 13, $100; a/id Best Youth-Group Ages 13-18, $100. Grand sponsor of the pa­ rade is Parker Tie Company. Other sponsors include Sig­ nature Dodge Chrysler Jeep, Dr Pepper, West Jefferson Chevrolet, American Emer­ gency Vehicles, Ashe Federal Bank and the Villages of Ashe. Parade participants must agree to follow all directions and instructions and be re­ sponsible for any damages or injuries caused. Please do not throw candy. If you wish to give out candy during the parade, you may have some­ one walk and hand it out. Throwing candy causes chil­ dren to run into the street where they could be injured by moving vehicles or horses. Parade participants must be in their assigned starting spot by 1:30 p.m. on Nov. 10. All motor vehicle operators must have a valid driver's license. Commissioners meet Monday, to talk about county's future See Market, page 5A To learn more about what is happening in discussions about the county's future, come to a joint meeting of the commissioners and plan­ ning board on Monday, Nov. 5 at 5:30 p.m. in the third floor commission meeting room of Ashe County Courthouse. The two boards are looking at a land use plan for the county. The commissioners will conduct a work session at 2 p.m. in the courthouse sec­ ond floor conference room be­ hind the register of deeds of­ fice. The regular bi-monthly meeting begins at 3:30 p.m. in the third floor commission meeting room. Items on the agenda in­ clude: 3:35 p.m.: Michael Vanscoy with a variance request regarding the Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance. 3:50 p.m.: Planning Direc­ tor Zach Edwardson on grant­ ing consent and appointing a representative regarding re­ location of a cemetery in the industrial park. 4:05 p.m.: County Man­ ager Dan McMillan seeking approval of financing bid proposals for the law enforce­ ment center. 4:20 p.m.: Parks and Rec­ reation Director Joe Boccardy and the Riverview/Creston Recreation Committee with a request for support from Ashe County Parks and Recreation. 4:35 p.m.: Community Outreach Coordinator Nan­ cy Kautz with a report on Healthy Carolinians and Sunshine Sunday proclama­ tion. Items under general ses­ sion include appointments to the Library Board, Farm­ land Preservation Advisory Board, Region D Workforce Development Board, and Social Services Board along with a resolution on disposal of audio and video recordings of meetings in accordance with the Records & Reten­ tion Schedule. The youth from Mount Paddy Church and others in the community are collecting cards for our troops in Iraq, as well as coats for children in that country. As the war in Iraq contin­ ues, the holidays are particu­ larly lonely for our men and women in uniform. They are a long way from home, serving our nation faithfully. This is a laitiiiuny. una is such as culinary vinegars, homemade jams and jellies which are perfect for stocking stuffers or gift baskets. Local crafts people will offer hand­ crafted soap, gift baskets, fine art, embroidered hand towels, handmade scarves, mittens, hats, decorative pillows and hand thrown pottery. A list of participating vendors and their products will soon be posted in a new display case on the outside of the market underneath the Barn Quilt. While ift» the market, cus­ j^ ^ By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jcffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com Ashe County's heritage is the theme for this year's Holiday Parade, planned for Saturday, Nov. 10 at 2 p.m. in downtown West Jefferson. Deadline for parade entries is Monday, Nov. 5. The Parker Tie "Do It Best" Holiday Parade is organized by the West Jefferson Lions Club. The parade will feature the county's oldest man and woman who can participate as grand marshals. Anyone age 90 and over who would like to participate is welcome. Transportation for them will be provided by Signature Dodge Chrysler Jeep., If you are at least age 90 and want to be in the parade, come to Signature Dodge Chrysler Jeep just above the new ABC store by 1 p.m. on Nov. Iff in order to be includ­ ed in the lineup. Anyone interested in par­ ticipating in the parade with a riding or walking unit is encouraged to have your ap­ plication in by Nov. 5. Appli­ cations can be obtained and turned in at Parker Tie Com­ pany, West Jefferson Town Hall and the Ashe Chamber of Commerce and Visitor's Center. Parade organizers need to know how many units to include in order to determine the lineup and notify groups of their space number. Applications received after Nov. 5 may not be ac­ cepted. Those that are will be charged a $10 late fee and those entries may have to be placed at the end of the pa­ rade. There will be a $25 fee for entries without applica­ tions that show up on Satur­ day expecting to be in the pa­ rade. Signed applications are required for participation. Late entries make it difficult to establish a proper lineup. The parade begins near the Ride With Pride Carwash on South Jefferson Av­ enue, travels north along Jef­ ferson Avenue, and ends at Southern States on US 221 Business. The staging area for horse units will again be at Howell's Feed and Seed at 1102 South Jefferson Av­ enue. The Ashe County High School Husky Vanguard Marching Band and Steel Drum Band plan to partici­ pate. Sen. Steve Goss and Rep. Cullie Tarleton are expected to attend. Floats, marching and walking units, vehicles and emergency ser­ vices of all descriptions are encouraged to participate. time to remember them. At the same time, cold weather is sweeping across Iraq. There are many children in Iraq whose families have little or no resources. A warm coat can spell the difference between—literally—life and death for a child. This local collection has been called "Operation: Clothe i^nuu—veneer JA iroop. A Child—Cheer A Troop.' You may bring your cards and coats by the office of the Jefferson Post, which is locat­ ed on 203 South Second Av­ enue (aka "the Back Street") in West Jefferson, any week­ day from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Mountain Times, located on Main Street, has also agreed to serve as a dropoff point. Cards and coats may be dropped 011 anytime through uroppou off ctiiy tuiie uuuugn Nov. 19. Make your holidays brighter by knowing you have brightened the day of a soldier, sailor, airman or Ma­ rine. And feel a little warmer in this winter's chill know­ ing you have given the gift of warmth to a little Iraqi child. There's no reason, by the way, not to send along several cards auu tua 101 uo and coats! tomers will be treated to ot apple cider, have an opportu­ nity to purchase a raffle ticket for the Farmers Market Good­ ies Basket and on the Satur­ day after Thanksgiving, bring the children to have their photo taken with Santa. The new market shelter, which of­ fers protection from the ele­ ments, is where the vendors will set up. It will be decorat­ ed with lights, bows, wreaths and other holiday d£cor. The Saturday Holiday Support our troops! Post calendar goes to does...and cats Dogs, cats and all other pets, in fact. The theme for the Jeffer­ son Post's 2008 calendar is "Cute Pets." We want to en­ courage you to submit your best pictures of your pets. Please note the following rules: Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,837 U.S. service people killed (as of 10/31) 28,385 U.S. service people wounded (as of 10/31) I 1. You may submit pictures electronically (to jthompson@ jeffersonpost.com), by mail (P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694) or drop them by our office weekdays between 8 and 5. 2.By submitting the pho­ tographs, you agree to allow us to reproduce them in the calendar. 3.Please include the name of the pet and your name (as owner of the pet) with your submission. 4.A11 submitted photos (not including electronic sub­ missions, of course) may be picked up at the Jefferson Post's office after Friday, Nov. 16. If you prefer your sub­ mission to be mailed to you, please enclose a SASE. 5.The decision of the edi­ torial department in select­ ing the photos is final. So check your photo file, and let your neighbors enjoy your best pictures! �PAGE 2A FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS FlyLady offers some tips on upcoming holidays by Maria Cilley (FlyLady) Special to the Post Today I was asked by a magazine editor if I could give one tip for having a good holiday season what would that be? The answer came so quick that I even surprised myself. Let go of your perfection­ ism! If I can talk you into let­ ting go of your perfectionism then you can cruise through the holidays without all the stress that being a perfection­ ist puts on you! I know you are looking for that perfect picture post card feeling, but let's face it! That only happens in paintings or in the movies. I want you to allow yourself the freedom to celebrate the holiday without this undue stress. Let's look at how your per­ fectionism ruins your holi­ days!!! 1. You procrastinate till the last minute to do any­ thing because you just don't seem to have enough time to do it right or you don't think you do! Then it really isn't done to suit you are anyone else because it is just thrown together willie nilly! I DON'T HAVE TIME! This phrase is whiny! 2. Shopping is put off till the last minute because we have not planned our pur­ chases and then we hit the malls looking for anything and spending what ever to get something to give. You settle because of that phrase again. I DON'T HAVE TIME!! Yes you do if you started a few weeks ago! 3. Do you see a pattern here; waiting till the last min­ ute? Do you know the mean­ ing of the word Deadline? It is the point at which you have no more time. In other words; you practically kill yourself doing it, when a little each day would have helped you process things without the stress. NOW YOU REALLY DON'T HAVE TIME! But watch you put on your su­ per woman costume and kill Tarleton appointed RALEIGH _ Rep. Cullie Tarleton has been appointed by House Speaker Joe Hack­ ney to serve on the new Joint Legislative Study Committee on Public School Funding. The committee was estab­ lished during the 2007 Ses­ sion of the General Assembly and tasked with performing an extensive study of public school funding and distribu­ tions. This past session, the General Assembly appropri­ ated $11.5 billion - more than half of the state's total budget - for education programs. "With over half of our bud­ get funding education, it's important we make sure the dollars are being distributed in a fair and equitable man­ ner", Tarleton said. "I have made it clear to the Speaker and the leadership that edu­ cation is one of my priorities and I appreciate being a part of this important Study Com­ mission." The committee has been asked to submit a report dur­ ing the 2008 Session of the General Assembly that in­ cludes both its findings and recommendations. Areas the committee will examine in­ clude, but are not limited to: school capital fund; lottery school construction formula; children with disabilities; lim­ ited English proficiency; at risk student services/alternative schools; improving student accountability; disadvantaged students supplemental fund; low wealth counties supple­ mental funding; small county supplemental funding; trans­ portation of pupils; academi­ cally or intellectually gifted; and number of school systems funded in each county. The committee will also study the State Board of Ed­ ucation's model for projecting schools' average daily mem­ bership and focus particularly on how well the model ac­ counts for students in rapidly growing school systems with highly mobile populations. Rep. Rick Glazier and Sen. A.B. Swindell will co-chair the 20-member committee, which also includes 10 members of the Senate. yourself along with the rest of the family trying to save face! This is what makes the holi­ days miserable! 4. Because you have wait­ ed till the last minute again to purchase items; you are faced with a marathon wrap­ ping session. No one likes to do this and it is hard on your back. Be kind to you and do a little at a time as you come in the door. If you hear yourself say, "I DON'T HAVE TIME RIGHT NOW! Then just do one little package! 5. Now let's look at deco­ rating your home. You hear your children begging to do things and then these words come out of your mouth!! I DON'T HAVE TIME RIGHT NOW!!! They are usually said in an unkind tone because you are mad at yourself over this procrastination pressure. Do you want to know why you don't think you have time? It Zero 10 •FASK FOR PAYMENTS-INTEREST FOR 12 MONTHS' is because of your perfection­ ism! You don't think you have time to do it right! Decorat­ ing your home does not have to be done all at once. Break it down into smaller pieces; take babysteps to decorate your home and enjoy estab­ lishing new traditions. When you hear those nasty words come out of your mouth: I DONT HAVE' TIME!!! I want you to set your timer for 15 minutes and do something! You do have time! We all have the same amount of time in a day and it is how we choose to use it that makes the dif­ ference. When your perfec­ tionism clouds your thinking you forget to do just a little to make things better. Holidays celebrated incor­ rectly still blesses your fam­ ily! Let go of your perfection­ ism and the whiny excuse of I DON'T HAVE TIME and enjoy this year. Are you ready to Cruise through the Holidays? For more help getting rid of your CHAOS; check out her website and join her free mentoring group at www. FlyLady.net or her book, Sink Reflections published by Ban­ tam and her New York Times Best Selling book, Body Clut­ ter published by Fireside. Copyright 2007 Maria Cilley Used by permission in this publication. LOUIES *if paid in full within 12 months on any Major Appliance, Kitchen Cabinet or Countertop, Flooring, or Window Treatment Purchase of $299 or more made on your Lowe's Consumer Credit Card 10/4/07 through 11/4/07. See store or Lowes.com (or details. 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Lowe's and the gable design are registered trademarks of LF, LLC. 6410 001/6410/013,018,019.030,034.123.124 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2,2007 PAGE 3A SOCIALS Kimberly Dawn Mullis and Keith David Hain Mullis-Hain nuptials planned Mr. and Mrs. Adam Boone Osborne Cole-Osborne wed in Jefferson Holly Dawn Cole and Adam Boone Osborne were married in a traditional dou­ ble-ring ceremony at 2 p.m. on Saturday, September 22, 2007, at Friendship Baptist Church in Jefferson, N.C. The Rev. Ken Morris officiated. The bride is the daughter of Allen "Doby" and Pam Cole of Lansing, N.C., and Jeanette Howell of Hays, N.C. She at­ tended Northwest Ashe High School and is employed at Goodnight Brothers Ham in Boone, N.C. The groom ip the son of Donnie and Martha Osborne of West Jefferson, N.C. He is a gradute of Phoenix Moun­ tain Academy and is em­ ployed with Cole's Farms in Lansing, N.C. The bride was escorted down the aisle by her father, Doby Cole. She wore a flow­ ing, floor length, plae ivory wedding gown and veil, with a silver an crystal tiara. The strapless gown and the veil were adorned with crystal beads. The bride carried a bouquet of lillies and green­ ery, entwined with crystals. The matron of honor was the bride's mother, Jeanette Howell. The bridesmaids were Julie Wolfe, friend of the bride, and Amanda Os­ borne, sister of the groom. The flower girls were the groom's niece, McKenzie Osborne, and the bride's sisters, Priscilla and Sarah Trivette. The best man was the groom's father, Donnie Osborne. The groomsmen were Matt Miller and James Testerman, friends of the groom. The groom's nephew, Doran Holman, was the ju­ nior groomsman. The ringbearer was Zachary Walker, son of the bride. The ushers were the bride's brothers, Christoper and Aaron Cole. The register attendant was the bride's sister, Abby Cole, and the program attendant was Santana Brooks, cousin of the bride. The ceremony was fol­ lowed by a lovely reception in the church fellowship hall. After a honeymoon trip to North Myrtle Beach, the couple now resides in West Jefferson, N.C. JEFFERSON, NC - The ACT Against Cancer Coalition is pleased to announce that the wonderful Women-In-Touch 2009 Calendars are here. And... they are beautiful. The models are cancer survivors from right here in Ashe County and you will find their stories of cour­ age, faith and hope inspiring. The calendars can be pur­ chased at the gift shop in the hospital lobby, the switchboard in the hospital lobby, Carolina Printing, Ashe County Baptist Missions Office across from Wal-Mart and Becky's Bou­ tique. You also plan to purchase them and meet the models at the Ashe County Arts Center on Nov. 9 from 5-7pm or at Skyland Books on Nov. 17 from 10 a.m.-noon in our community. The proceeds from the sale will be used to increase the principle of the Women-InTouch Endowment Fund which provides funding each year to help cancer survivors with fi­ nancial resources to help with the cost of screenings, wigs, diagnostic tests and follow-up. For more information Call 8460781. Calendars arrive Mr. and Mrs. Roger Mullis of Jefferson, N.C., are pleased to announce the engagement and upcoming marriage of their daughter, Kimberly Dawn Mullis, of Hickory, N.C., to Keith David Hain of Gastonia, N.U The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. David Hain of Sunbury, Pa. The bride-elect earned a B.S. degree from Appalachian State University in Boone, N.C., and is currently em­ ployed by the Catawba County school system. The prospective groom earned a B.S. degree from Houghton University in Buffalo, N.Y., and is currently employed by Lincoln Charter School. A December 15 wedding is planned in Maggie Valley, N.C. 50th anniversary Mr. and Mrs. Robert Lyall of Nolanville, Texas, will cel­ ebrate their 50th anniversary on Nov. 15,2007. Mr. Lyall is the son of Robert and Edna Lyall of Bare Creek, Jefferson, N.C. Mrs. Lyall is the former Inge J. Schott. Mr. Lyall served a total of 40 years in the U.S. Army and civil service. Mrs. Lyall is a homemaker, and retired after 15 years working at AFFees PX. The couple has five daugh­ ters, Carmen Petru, Martina Renick, Brenda Sims and Christine Miller of Texas, and Sheila Williams of Georgia; a son, Brandon Lyall of Texas; 10 grandchildren and five great­ grandchildren. We Help You Weather Every Storm. To find out more about our homeowners insurance — Call me... Stop by... Log on - it's your choice! Andy Patton Melissa Kay Johnson and Thomas B. Fowler Jr. J ohnson-Fowler to wed Nov. 10 Melissa Kay Johnson and Thomas B. Fowler Jr. wish to announce their engagement and upcoming marriage. Melissa is the daughter of Worth and the late Pearl Finley. She is a graduate of Wilkes Community College and is em­ ployed by Ashe Memorial Hospital/Segraves Care Center. Tom is the son of Dorina and the late Burl Fowler. He is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and is employed by Ashe County Department of Social Services. Baby News Sherry Carol and Jason Scott Heninger of West Jefferson an­ nounce the birth of their son, James Tiberius Heninger. He was born Oct. 28, 2007, at Ashe Memorial Hospital, and weighed 6 pounds, 12 ounces and was 19 inches long. He was welcoiped home by big brother Paul and grandparents Cherie ConroyHarmon and Mary Jane and John Cox. 425 East 2nd St., West Jefferson 846-4196 pattonal ©nationwide.com IVe Support the NC State Highway Patrol Caisson Unit Nationwide A November 10 wedding is planned at Friendship Baptist Church in Jefferson. On Your Side Auto Home Life Business Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company and Affiliated Companies. Home Office: Columbus, OH 43215-2220 8/05 WHEN EXPERIENCE MATTERS Dennis Houck, LLC Insurance Sales • Consulting • Training Auto • Home • Business Jefferson Station West Jefferson, NC dhouckllc@earthlink.net 336*877*7218 1 Choice^ Dennis Houck, CIC AAI 36 years experience ABSOLUTE AUCTION November 10th, 2007 -11 AM 96.513+/- ACRES IN 10TRACTS 159 HIGHLANDS PARKWAY- MOUTH OF WILSON, VA. THE ESTATE OFTHE LATE JAMES B WELLS HOME-TIMBER-CREEK FRONTAGE GREETINGS TO ALL WEST JEFFERSON RESIDENTS o 'nee again it is time to vote for your local aldermen of West Jefferson. As you know, I have served you as your alderman for the past sixteen years. I want to thank you for your confidence in giving me this opportunity to serve. Like you, I love our town and take pride in all the accomplishments that together we have achieved. Some of our newer residents may not know that I have been a lifelong resident and a business owner since 1961 in West Jefferson and reside at 201 College Avenue where I was born. This is one of the many reasons why I have such a desire to see contin­ ued growth and prosperity for this town. My promise, if your vote gives me the opportunity to serve our town once again as your alderman, is to continue to make West Jefferson the town that everyone would like to call home. I am asking for your vote on November 6th. Thank you for your support, Paid for by the Candidate. Brett T. Summey, Sr. THIS PROPERTY HAS IT ALL! BREATHTAKING VIEWS, FRONTAGE ON BIG WILSON CREEK KNOW FOR EXCELLENT FISHING-WILDLIFE, INCLUDING DEER AND TURKEY EXCELLENT TIMBER-BUILDING SITES-SECLUSION JUST MINUTES FROM MOUNT ROGERS NATIONAL RECREATION AREA TIMBER ON ON THE PROPERTY HAS BEEN ESTIMATED AT 1,182,000 BOARD FEET OF PINE, POPLAR, OAK, ETC. NOTE: Potential Buyers of Tract #5 with the Farm House will have from October 30th to November 9th, 2007 to Conduct a Lead Based Pain Test if so Desired. TERMS: 10% Down Day of Sale With Balance Within 30 Days upon Delivery of UEE§ALE CONDUCTED FOR the heirs of the Estate of James B. Wells DIRECTIONS : From Independence, VA, go US Rte. 58 West 16.8 Miles to Volney, Va.-lntersection of US RTE 58 and RTE 16- Turn Left on Rte. 58 and Go 0.3 Miles to the Property. ANNOUNCEMENTS MADE DAY OF SALE TAKE PRECEDENCE OVER ALL PRINTED MATERIAL Sale brought to you by: Alderman Auction and Associates, LLC 7338 Carrollton Pike, Galax, Val 24333 • 276-236-3335 Richard Alderman Bartlett VAAL# 422 NC4119 VAAL#3185 276-238-8373 Nathan Lyons 276-233-1525 Bobby Choate VAAL#1520 276-236-6695 Jim Handy Rex 276-579-6363 336-573- �imon u IC sr « were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers ^newjapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter. - T h o m a s Jefferson, Editorial Time to vote Thanks: support To the Editor: We would like to extend our thanks to all who sup­ ported us in our recent fund­ raiser. It was a huge success! The Cub Scouts sold Krispy Kreme doughnuts and with your generous help, raised over $1600! Funds will help the pack operate for the year, as well as purchase awards for the boys. Thanks to all for your continued support! vote. None of them reported "absent" or neglected their duty. What does it say about us if we cannot—knowing exactly when Election Day will take place years in advance—manage to work it into our schedules? Our recent practice of one-stop voting, we believe, has con­ tributed to a lessened sense of importance for casting a ballot. Going to the polls on Election Day should be as important to a patriotic citi­ zen as breathing or eating. Some argue there is no nation. choice at the polls. That is If voting makes a dif­ ference anywhere, it is at a very lame excuse at the the community level. We, as local level. Yes, tragically, it citizens, get to see our local costs thousands of dollars elected officials in super­ to run for the legislature markets, church, events and millions for Congress— and elsewhere. They are something we hope will not media superstars, like change in the future. But presidents in recent gener­ to run for mayor or alder­ ations. Nor must they bal­ man just takes some time ance thousands of constitu­ and getting out to meet the ents, like our members of people. Don't like this year's Congress. Instead, they get candidates in your town? to feel the reaction of the The best solution is to go average citizen face-to-face. see John Shepherd and his That is, after all, an impor­ staff in two years and put your name on the ballot. tant part of our system. There has been some The fees are trifling, the concern expressed because opportunities great. As Tuesday nears, we the towns opted not to have urge our fellow citizens absentee voting. We can see both sides of this question. in Jefferson, Lansing and Certainly, there are times— West Jefferson to turn out for health reasons, for and vote. And then turn example—when such voting out and attend meetings of is necessary. But on the flip your local board of alder­ side, what exactly is more men. Get involved and help important than voting? make your community the Many thousands of soldiers best it can be. Democracy, over the last 233 years have as we have said often, is not given their lives so we can a spectator sport. For most citizens of Ashe County, Tuesday will be just another day. But for reg­ istered voters in our three incorporated towns, it will be Election Day. If history is any predictor, turnout for the races will be slim. That is unfortunate, to say the least. That only one-in-four or -five voters care enough to go to the polls—as has happened in past years in many towns and cities across the stateis not good for our state or PAGE 4A FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2007 1 illrmS'if.A fcJTC ~)ggfc GUESS WHO'S COVERED BY R GOVERNMENT-PROVIDED HEALTH INSURANCE... L \ Cub Scout Pack 214 Cost of fighting ing discussed for parts of Af­ pick up the pieces is another rica and at least one for Ven­ choice. What happens if we don't ezuela. Those who designed get out of Iraq? What's worse To the Editor: the Bush foreign policy have Fighting insurgencies is called the combination of than soldiers dying in vain is even more soldiers dying in expensive in lives and mon­ war in Iraq is successful by these campaigns "the long ey. In Iraq, more than 3,500 war" and have predicted that vain. Vast amounts of money any definition. The Iraqi in­ will be wasted. And possi­ American servicemen and surgency appears to be gain­ they will last half a century. women have lost their lives Plans to fight the "long bly in the next election, the ing rather than losing power. American public will revolt. and at least 25,000 have Even the most protected area war" beyond Iraq and Af­ been wounded. About one in ghanistan in a "Special Op­ Then we will be forced to "cut in Iraq, the "Green Zone," is and run" as in Vietnam. five soldiers who served in under almost constant at­ erations Command" now con­ What happens to our "war Iraq has been "at least partly tain at least 50,000 men with tack. on terror" if we get out of disabled." More than one in Is there some new magic a budget in the billions. It three of the 500,000 soldiers has sent teams to American Iraq? George, The decider's, formula for success? Gen­ current plan is a declaration sent there over the past four eral Petraeus has laid out embassies in Latin America, of war against any state we years needed mental health a counterinsurgency plan, Africa and the Middle East. believe could rival us. This treatment. Neurologists pre­ that, when tried in Vietnam, These teams are not con­ is made up of plans, military dict that at least one in three didn't work. Petraeus admits trolled by the ambassadors. personnel, operating from soldiers who have engaged the key element in insur­ These SOC teams could bring existing foreign bases with in combat for four months or gency is political: "each side America into war with any prepositioned weapons and longer will suffer blindness, aims to get the people to ac­ number of countries; they an already allocated budget. deafness and/or mental im­ cept its authority as legiti­ are treated by the decider as Because of this, many coun­ pairment from concussions. mate." Is this a realistic goal beyond Congressional over­ tries that aren't our enemies Many others will possibly sight. for foreigners? develop cancer and/or will If we get out of Iraq will and oppose terrorism have Can we "Iraqize" the war? come to fear us. conceive children who will We tried to "Vietnamize" that this be seen as a defeat and Only the strong who can be born with severe defects war. But natives always see encourage our enemies? The deter us feel safe so the because of exposure to the such action as foolishness be­ answer depends on how care­ decider's policy encourages depleted uranium used in ar­ hind which foreigners' stay. fully we act. tillery shells. There is staying the course possession of WMD, prepa­ Foreign-supported govern­ ration for guerrilla warfare The costs are huge. Cur­ ments are not supported and as we did in Vietnam provid­ rent costs are running at have little power. We saw this ing no victory and we were and, does so exactly among those worry us the most. more than $7.1 billion a in Vietnam and are seeing it finally forced out. month. The real cost to Hasty withdrawal will Getting out of Iraq soon and in Iraq and Afghanistan. No constructively could be the America, as it would be fig­ insurgency has been defeat­ leave behind the existing ured by standard accounting chaos. That's to be avoided to first step in recapturing the ed in this way. respect and support America methods, is between one and What about "the war on the degree still possible. two trillion dollars. Getting out in an orderly use to enjoy. terror" beyond Iraq? Anoth­ What have these costs er campaign is in the works way fast enough to convince Craig Dudley bought? No well-informed against Iran. Others are be­ the Iraqis that they must observer believes that the Letters to the Editor* f Vance-Aycock and a look back at history u • TV,on nnrt.v that includes many de­ party de and who allowing every white man to The North Carolina Dem scendants of people he fought retain that right. ...Hits pas­ is filled ocratic Party has sent me to exclude from political life, with that sage will mean peace to the back to the books to study my and in a party that may de­ spirit of land, it will mean an end to state's history. an era of crime and lawless­ cide to erase his name from equal­ The history question raised an honored place in an impor­ ity which ness, security to property and among Democrats is whether tant party event. has made purity of politics. There will the name of Charles Aycock, D.G. Martin is the host of this coun­ be no more dead negroes on the Democratic governor from UNC-TVs North Carolina try of the streets of Wilmington, no 1901 to 1905 should continue Bookwatch, which airs Fri­ ours the more rule of the incompetent to be a part of the title of their days at 9:30 p.m. and Sun­ refuge of and corrupt." annual Vance-Aycock celebra­ Illiterate whites were days at 5 p.m. www.unctv. the op­ tion in Asheville. Old-time org / ncbookwatch /. Check his pressed protected by a "grandfather Democrats just say, "See you blog and view prior programs Member: of all the world and the hope clause." But Aycock's grand­ at (USPS 441-810) at Vance-Aycock." www.unctv.orgI ncbook­ N.C. Press Association father clause did not apply to Democrats, and other of this age and of all ages to watch! voters who would first register Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. North Carolinians, have long come. . . .Equal! That is the This week's (November 2, Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. word. On that word I plant in or after 1908. So, everyone, 4) guests are Joe and Terry found lots to reasons to be white or black, who registered Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. proud of Aycock. My eighth myself and my party — the after that date would have Graedon, authors of "Best Ph (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com grade teacher, Miss Currie, equal right of every child born to pass a literacy test. Many Choices from the People's Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county delivtaught us that Aycock was on earth to have the opportu­ ery $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new whites objected, but Aycock Pharmacy." our education governor. He nity 'to burgeon out all that held firm, insisting that with and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. was responsible for expand­ there is within him.'" Back in 1960 when Vance- the increased educational op­ ing and improving public portunities he would provide, Editor - Jim Thompson education in our state and for Aycock got started, some Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Democrats remembered every child could grow up to the construction of hundreds Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop with partisan appreciation be an educated and literate of new school buildings. The editorial page of the voter. There would be other As Democrats try to claim Aycock's decisive political vic­ Jefferson Post is available, advantages: ". . .[Alfter 1908 Assistant Editor Linda Burchette the education issue for their tory in 1900, the beginning of free of charge, for readers there will be no State in the c°y Powers to express their views. All own, they have proudly a long period of uninterrupt­ Production Manager Union with a larger percent­ it takes is a letter to the (or Republicans might say, ed Democratic dominance of Graphic Artist/Webmaster Wendy Cole age of boys and girls who can editor. The subject of the shamelessly) exploited the North Carolina government. Sports/General News Reporter Michael Graybeal Why would anyone sug­ read and write and no State letters should be a matter connection. Business Manager Sandra Osborne of community interest and gest that Democrats abandon will rush forward with more Aycock explained his loy­ celerity or certainty than con­ Receptionist ^eUy Blevins should be limited to 700 | Aycock now? alty to his party in terms Advertising Sales Teresa Roark Laws words. The problem has to do with servative old North Carolina. that most modern Demo­ Letters must be signed the way Aycock won that 1900 The miserable demagogue Advertising Sales Patty crats would endorse: "What who seeks to perpetuate il­ with an address and is a Democrat? He is an indi­ election. He ran on a "good literacy in the State will then phone number for verifi­ vidualist. He believes in the government" platform, but Mailroom Department cation purposes. Only the his idea of good government have happily passed forever." right of every man to be and Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, For his commitment to writer's name and com­ was to remove blacks from to make of himself what God Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, public education that ulti­ munity will be published. participating. has put into him. He is a man Letters must not be libel­ Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. During the 1900 election mately gave a boost to all who believes and practises ous and no poetry will be North Carolinians, Aycock the doctrine of equal rights he championed a constitu­ accepted for publication. still deserves the gratitude of Postmaster, send address changes to: and the duty and obligation tional amendment that add­ Please address: To the all of us. His inspiring words Jefferson Post of seeing to it as far as he can ed a literacy requirement for Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. about equality reflect core P.O. Box 808 that no man shall be denied voter registration. It was, he Box 808, West Jefferson, West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 explained without apology, values that would have made the chances in life which God NC 28694 or email to him comfortable today in a intended for him to have. He "drawn with the deliberate jthompson@jeffersonpolitical party that has re­ All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson 1 imes Inc. is a man who believes in the purpose of depriving the ne­ post.com. jected "white supremacy," in a Declaration of Independence, gro of the right to vote, and of and may not be reproduced without permission. Post Express your views �FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Local GOP calls on senators to vote against Bush Administration Last month, John L. Wheeler Jr., chairman of the Ashe County Republican Party, sent this letter to Sens. Richard Burr and Elizabeth Dole: "On Tuesday, Oct. 16,2007, the Ashe County Republican Executive Committee held its monthly meeting. There was extensive discussion of the potentially disastrous ramifications of the Law of the Sea Treaty (LOST) now being considered by the U.S. Senate. The Executive Com­ mittee voted unanimously to communicate to both of our North Carolina senators our unequivocal opposition to the ratification of this treaty. Hence I am writing this let­ ter to you, on behalf of your core constituents in Ashe County. "I have spoken earlier to­ day with members of your re­ spective staffs, and they have assured me that you are well aware of the dangers inher­ ent in allowing an interna­ tional bureaucracy to admin­ ister control over 70 percent of the Earth's surface. Not only will this treaty compro­ mise our national security by subjecting our military forc­ es to outside regulation, it will also open the door to in­ creased environmental con­ trols imposed upon us from afar, as well as empower an international organization with global taxing power. All of these certain results will erode our national sovereign­ ty and endanger our national security. "Ronald Reagan flatly re­ jected the socialistic LOST agenda more than two de­ cades ago because it served no national interest of the United States. Bill Clinton tried to resurrect the treaty but failed, largely due to the unwavering opposition of our own beloved Senator Jesse Helms. Now some Republi­ cans of a different political stripe are willing to join with liberal Democrats and globalist/socialist ideologues to ratify this seriously flawed treaty. The Bush Adminis­ tration is trying mightily to push LOST through the Sen­ ate quickly. "We petition you in the strongest possible terms and with the greatest sense of ur­ gency to vote NO on LOST, and to staunchly resist the pressure that will surely be applied from above to coerce the ratification of LOST. You may be assured that if you will stand strong for our nation's sovereignty and our heritage of liberty and in­ dependence, you will have earned not only our prayers and gratitude but also our fervent and vocal support." Chamber Players to perform The Blue Ridge Chamber long-lined Romanza, featur­ Players will return to the ing a pizzicato accompani­ Gallery of the Ashe Arts Cen­ ment, as well as a passion­ ter on Sunday, November 4 ate central section. The third at 2:00 pm. The Ashe County movement, Scherzo features Arts Council is pleased to a bit of spooky counterpoint, sponsor this talented group contrasted with a lyrical sec­ of musicians for their seventh tion. The chorale-like theme of the slow fourth movement visit to Ashe County. The Blue Ridge Chamber Tema con variazioni is fol­ Players are headquar­ tered in Charlotte, North Carolina and have come together to perform chamber music and celebrate the beauty of the Blue Ridge Moun­ tains. The players in­ clude a large diverse group of classical mu­ sicians that perform together depending on the repertoire. The featured performers for this performance include: Phillip Bush, Monica Boboc, Mar­ tha Geissler and Nick Lampo. The concert will feature Serenade in C for String Trio by E. Dohnanyi, who was the foremost figure in the musical life of Hungary in the open­ ing decades of the twentieth century. Dohnanyi achieved his initial fame, while yet a teenager, with the composition of his Piano Quintet Op.l. Dohnanyi become professor of piano at the Landesakademie in Budapest, before becoming lowed by a set of five varia­ its director in 1934. After the tions reminiscent of Schubert. Second World War, Dohnanyi The finale is a vigorous Rondo, fled Hungary's Communist that concludes with an exit regime, first immigrating to march based on the themes Argentina, before finally ar­ from the first movement. The concert will also fea­ riving in the U.S.A. where he become composer-in-resi- ture Trio for Violin, Viola, dence at Florida State Uni­ Cello by L. Boccherini and Quartet for Piano and Strings versity. The five movement Sere­ in C minor by J. Brahms. Guest artist Phillip Bush nade in C for String Trio was composed during a tour of has traveled to many parts London and Vienna, in 1902. of the globe to perform. Since It harks back to the multi- his New York recital debut at movement works of the 18th the Metropolitan Museum in Century. Though utilizing 1984, Bush has appeared as only three stringed instru­ recitalist throughout North ments, the sound is full and America, as well as in Europe, Asia, and the Caribbean. In rich. 2001 he made his Carnegie The first movement is an entry March, which contains Hall concerto debut with the curious drone-accompanied London Sinfonietta to critical folk music-like passages. The acclaim, replacing an ailing second movement is a lovely Peter Serkin on short notice in concerti by Stravinsky and Alexander Goehr. A much sought-after chamber musician, Bush has performed and recorded with the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, appears Schools with frequently on New York's Most NFL' Bargemusic series, and has performed with many other international festivals. In 1993 Bush founded "MayMusic in Charlotte," a critically acclaimed and in­ novative festival in North Carolina that annually pre­ sented chamber and contem­ porary music, film screenings, and other cross-disciplinary collaborations. He served as Artistic Di­ rector of that festival from 1993 to 1998. In 2007 he was named Music Director of the Chamber Music Con­ ference and Com­ posers Forum of the East, a month-long summer program in Bennington, Ver­ mont. Bush can be heard frequently on public radio in the US, including appear­ ances on "Saint Paul Sunday," and has had live performances broadcast frequently throughout the na­ tion on television via the Classic Arts Showcase. A graduate of Valparaiso Univer­ sity, Martha Geissler began her career as principal second violinist with the Savannah, Georgia Symphony. Since 1981, Geissler has been a member of the violin section of the Charlotte Symphony. She also performs regularly as violinist/violist with the North Carolina Sym­ phony, Asheville Symphony, and the South Carolina Phil­ harmonic in Columbia, SC. In addition, she will be starting her second season as concertmaster of Charlotte Civic Or­ chestra Formerly with the Char­ lotte Symphony, Nick Lampo has performed as principal cellist with the Jacksonville, Florida Symphony and the Orlando, Florida Symphony. For the past twenty-three years he has pursued a career in information technology management while maintain­ ing a private teaching stu­ dio at Queens University in Charlotte. Lampo continues to perform in chamber mu­ sic concerts and is currently principal cellist with and board chair for the Charlotte Civic Orchestra. Admission is $8 for adults and $5 for students. Tickets are available at the door or in advance at the Ashe Arts Center. For more information or tickets please call the Arts Council at 336-846-ARTS. Dubac stars in 'Male Intellect 'Hilarious' is the only way to describe THE MALE IN­ TELLECT: AN OXYMORON? as gifted actor/writer, Robert Dubac, ransacks his brain to answer the age-old question, "What do women want?" This hit one-man show pinpoints the differences between the sexes and then celebrates them with ninety minutes of non-stop laughter. It is a multi-character comedy with Dubac playing all the roles. THE MALE INTELLECT: AN OXYMORON? will be presented at the Ashe Civic Center in West Jefferson on Thursday, November 8 at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $12 adults and $5 students and are on sale now by phone at 336-846-ARTS or at the Ashe Arts Center. Having toured the country for ten years, THE MALE IN­ TELLECT has garnered en­ vious reviews from San Fran- ABC continued from front page The West Jefferson ABC opened at 9 a.m., Mayor Bald­ ABC board members and Wil­ win purchased the first bottle liamson, who will all sign the store is located in the for­ to be legally sold in the town. bottle. It will be permanently mer Centura Bank building on South Jefferson Avenue. It was a bottle of Woodford displayed in the store. NASCAR legend Junior Hours are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Reserve Kentucky bourbon chosen by Manager Doug Wil­ Johnson is expected to visit Monday through Saturday. liamson because of the shape the West Jefferson store on No one under the age of 21 is of the bottle. A special dated Saturday, Dec. 1 from 10 a.m. allowed to enter the store, un­ plaque will be affixed to the to noon to sign bottles of his less it is a small child in the back of the bottle listing the signature Catdaddy Midnight company of an adult. For in­ formation, call 846-2221. mayor and board of aldermen, Moon Carolina Moonshine. Market continued from front page Markets are scheduled for November 17, November 24, December 1, December 8 and December 15 and will run from 10:00 am until 4:00 pm. These markets are open to all registered vendors but spaces must be reserved in advance on a first come, first served basis by calling Market Man­ ager, Patty Shay at 336-9774735. The Ashe County Farmers Market is proud to announce the debut of its new website www.ashefarmersmarket. com. Throughout the year, anyone can go to this web­ site to see a list of participat­ ing market vendors, find out what produce is in season, view detailed information about items available for sale at the market, find recipes on how to prepare the food items purchased at the mar­ ket, obtain information about upcoming events and much more. There are also links to member websites if someone wants to see more informa­ tion about a particular ven­ dor's farm or products. If any vendor does not see his or her link on the Farmers Market website, please contact Stacy Martin via email at www.yellowwolffarm.com. All items sold at the Ashe Country Farmers Market are SHOWTIME Sun-Thurs 7PM Only Fri & Sat 7 & 9 PM E|u- mk I ElGIG SI IE1G1G1E ISlGlt?- Theatre One The Game Plan Theatre Two *2007 Kickoff rosters., Source: NFL © 2007 by King Features Syndicate, Inc. World rights reserved. Bee Movie PPPP iaaac G1G1G1E1 S|ElEl GIG Movie schedule for November 2 - November 8 ElElEl G1G1G1S]E E1GlG1G]Giq mm rarnEirnraRrnra River and restaurant House country inn Sunday•, November 4 4 pm - 6 pm / Dinner immediately following performance 2. Ohio State 3. Florida'State 4. Georgia 5. Michigan (tie) Tennessee 7. LSU 10. Auburn (tie) Notre Dame^ nininlnlnipilnlrMr-Hci BHHHSHHHHfiilmtnlnlntr^lninlrilril 1. Miami (Fla.) 9. Florida hand made or home grown in Ashe County. Now in Digital Sound Players*; (tie) Texas advice is worthless but with help from his "feminine side' he is able to sift through the bad advice and discover the real answer to the age-old question, "What do women want?" This program is part of the 30th year anniversary of the Ashe County Arts Council. The mission of the Arts Coun­ cil is to enrich the lives of all of Ashe County through per­ forming arts, visual arts and arts education experiences. The promotion of this program is supported by a Grassroots Projects Pool Grant from the North Carolina Arts Council, an agency of the Department of Cultural Resources, and the National Endowment for the Arts, which believes that a great nation deserves great art and is sponsored locally by the Ashe County Arts Council. For more information please call 336-846-ARTS. cisco to Toronto, Chicago to LA. Hailed by critics and au­ diences alike, THE MALE IN­ TELLECT: AN OXYMORON? is a rare thing; a clever com­ bination of theatre and standup comedy that is laugh out loud funny, provocative and thoughtful, all at once. When the show opens we meet "Bobby" in a very con­ fused state. Having found the girl of his dreams and having asked her to marry him, she gently dumps him. Why? Un­ able to answer this question he recalls some not-so-wise' but nonetheless hilarious ad­ vice he received growing up with five chauvinistic men­ tors. With a shrug of his shoul­ ders, a hooding of his eyes or a crook of his neck Robert Dubac seamlessly transforms himself into five alter egos; each offering their own brand of misguided advice. 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Industrial Dr., Elmhurst, IL 60126-1131 Member FINRA/SIPC of son Av t Jeffers< �I'AGE 8A FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2007 JEFFERSON POST ~ Thj^Golden POST Senior Center calendar for November Friday, November 2 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Crocheting 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 10:30 a.m.-Noon: Red Hill Ramblers 11 a.m.: Grief Counseling with Roger 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK Monday, November 5 Tuesday, November 13 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 10:30 a.m.: Low Vision/Diabetic Support Group 1 p.m.: Scrabble 2-5 p.m.: Special Medicare Assistance 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers Tuesday, November 6 Thursday, November 15 Wednesday, November 7 Thursday, November 8 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 8-11 a.m.: Social Security representative 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle 9-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 10:30-11:30 a.m.: Family Emergency Plan workshop Friday, November 9 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Crocheting 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 10:30-11:30 a.m.: Healthy Eating (Holiday Foods) 11:30 a.m.: Recognizing Our Veterans program 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK Monday, November 12 Closed to Observe Veterans Day Closed for Thanksgiving Friday, November 23 Wednesday, November 14 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11:30 a.m.: Singing with Wilda and Friends 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers 6 p.m.: Learn Changes in Medicare and Medicare Part D 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Holiday Floral Arranging 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11-11:30 a.m.: Computer class Thursday, November 22 Closed for Thanksgiving 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Holiday Floral Arranging 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10 a.m.: Seniors and Child Day Care decorate tree 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11-11:30 a.m.: Computer class 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 11:30 a.m.: Nutrition Update 1 p.m.: Scrabble 2-5 p.m.: Special Medicare Assistance 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers 5:30-8:30 p.m.: Basket Weaving 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 10:30 a.m.: Child Day Care songs of Thanksgiving 11-11:30 a.m.: Computer class Monday, November 26 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers Tuesday, November 27 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle 9-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers 9 a.m.-6 p.m.: Christmas Bazaar 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 2-5 p.m.: Special Medicare Assistance 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers Wednesday, November 28 Friday, November 16 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Crocheting 9 a.m.-6 p.m.: Christmas Bazaar 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK 1-2 p.m.: Caregivers Support Group Monday, November 19 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Painting 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11:30 a.m.: Singing with Wilda and Friends 5:30 p.m.: Weight Watchers Tuesday, November 20 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-4 p.m.: Quilting class with Doris 10-11 a.m.: Bible Study 2-5 p.m.: Special Medicare Assistance 5:30 p.m. Weight Watchers Wednesday, November 21 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Floral Arranging 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Floral Arranging 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Best Value Hearing 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11-11:30 a.m.: Computer class Thursday, November 29 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only/ 9 a.m.-Noon: Quilting with Rosa Belle 9-11:30 a.m.: Weight Watchers Friday, November 30 Legal Aid .of North Carolina 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Medicare Supplements and Medicare Part D assistance by appointment only 9 a.m.-Noon: Crocheting 10-11 a.m.: Exercise 11:40 a.m.: Cancer program "Symptoms You Don't Ignore" 12:35-12:45: Senior Center News on WKSK Daily activities: 7 a.m.-9 p.m.: Walking Trail; 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Exercise Room with instructor available 8 a.m.-Noon, Blood Pressure Checks, Billiards, Public Access Computer Lab with classes scheduled 11-12:30 and 5:30-7; 8:30 a.m.Noon: Rook Games; 10-11:30 a.m.: Bingo; 12:30-2:30 p.m.: Basic Skills classes; 5-6 p.m.: Exercise room open (for a fee). For more information, call Louise Caudill at 246-4347. Learn about the changes in Medicare and Part D It's time to evaluate your current Medicare Prescription Drug Plan and see what's new for 2008. Or, check to see if you may qualify for help with paying your premiums and drug co-payments. Changes to your Medicare will be effective on January 1, 2008, but you must make the changes needed during the Medicare Annual Open Enrollment between November 15 and December 31, 2007. Trained SHIIP counselors are available throughout North Carolina to help you make changes to your plan and apply for extra help through the Social Security Administration and the Governor's NCRx Program. Extra Help is available to all on Medicare with lim- ited income and resources. This will help lower premium, deductible and drug costs and will eliminate the cover­ age gap (donut hole). To receive extra help, an individual may make as much as $15,315 per year ($1,276 monthly) with $11,710 in resources. A couple may make as much as $20,535 a year ($1,711 monthly) and $23,410 in resourc­ es. The NCRx Premium Assistance Program is available to all seniors 65 and over with limited income and resources. This will help pay up to $18 a month premium for partici­ pating Part D plans. To be eligible, individuals may make as much as $17,868 per year ($1,489 monthly) with $20,412 in resources. A couple may make as much as $23,958 per year ($1,997 monthly) with $30,618 in resources. Learn about changes in Medicare and Medicare Part D (prescription drug program) through a special program on Monday, November 5 at 6 p.m. at Ashe Services for Aging Senior Center in West Jefferson. If you are on Medicare, this is important. You can learn about new updates and subsidy information. The program will be presented by Josiah Bova, field operational manager for the Commissioner of Insurance office. Each person in attendance will receive a small gift item. To find out more, contact Senior Center Director Louise Caudill at 246-4347. How many hours are your bank's locations open • each week? CRUISE TOUR 2008 EUROPE - 2008 "Italy's Great Cities" ROME, FLORENCE, VENICE & MORE R/T Greensboro, March 21-31 Save $500 per couple, if you Book by Novermber 28th AF Bank 's five Ashe County locations are open a combined 262 hours per week. ALASKA CRUISE TOUR Hollad America Cruise L R/T Greensboro, 10 Days June 11-22, 2008, Save $200 if you book by November 30th m— Dr. Annette Ayers Pilot Mountain, NC 336-325-2161 We make banking easier! £13 Bank (336) 246-4344 | www.afgrp.com pole �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2007 PAGE 9A COMMUNITY NEWS Health Department issues MRSA statement Due to the current concern about MRSA in the commu­ nity, Appalachian District Health Department is issu­ ing a public health advisory regarding the facts about MRSA and tips to prevent the spread of MRSA. Staphylococcus aureus , often called "staph", is a com­ mon type of bacteria that can be found in the nose and on the skin of about one out of every three people. Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, also called MRSA, are staph that are not killed by many of the antibiotics doc­ tors used to prescribe most commonly for staph infections. Until the mid-1990s, MRSA mainly affected patients in hospitals and other health­ care settings. Since that time, a new strain of MRSA has emerged. This new strain is called community-associated MRSA, and has rapidly be­ come one of the most common causes of skin and soft tissue infections among otherwise healthy people in the commu­ nity. Many people carry MRSA on their skin, and most will never get sick from it. Skin infections occur when the bacteria get in through small scrapes or cuts, sometimes too small to notice. The in­ fected area usually begins with a red bump that resem­ bles a pimple or insect bite. If untreated, the lesion may become hard and painful or may drain pus (often called a "boil" or a skin abscess). Unlike hospital-associated MRSA, most community-as­ sociated MRSA infections can be treated with several types of antibiotics, including some that can be taken by mouth. Not all MRSA skin infections require antibiotics; treatment decisions should be made by a doctor or other licensed healthcare provider. Occa­ sionally, community-associ­ ated MRSA can cause blood stream infections, joint infec­ tions, pneumonia, or other severe infections in an other­ wise well person. MRSA is most often spread through direct physical con­ tact with an infected person. Draining lesions are highly infectious and represent an important source of spread. MRSA can also be spread by touching objects that have been soiled with drainage from an infected wound- e.g., bandages, towels, or athletic equipment- although this is less common than direct person-to-person spread. Outbreaks of MRSA have oc­ curred within households, on sports teams, in prisons, in daycare centers, and in other settings where people have close contact or share equip­ ment and personal items. To prevent MRSA skin infections, practice good hy­ giene: •Keep your hands clean by washing thoroughly with soap and water or using an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. •Wash any cut or break in the skin with soap and water and apply a clean bandage daily. •Avoid contact with other people's wounds or bandages. •Avoid sharing personal items such as towels or ra­ zors. If you have symptoms of MRSA, see your healthcare provider: •Keep draining wounds clean and covered. •Wash your hands and forearms before and after caring for the wound and fre­ quently throughout the day. Use soap and warm water for 15 seconds and dry your hands on a clean towel or pa­ per towel. •Take all antibiotics as prescribed •Report new skin sores or boils to your doctor immedi­ ately. Please call the health de­ partment at (336) 246-9449 for more information. THE OBSERVATION DECK S8ut friendship is precious, not only in the shade, but in the sunshine of liie; and thanks to a ; benevolent If arrangement 1 of things, (I the greater part of life is sunshine. Hudler tMAYOR The Hudler Platform: •I believe In working to reduce the town debt •I will push for lower taxes and water/sewer payments when debt is under control •I will help create a water conservation plan •I will encourage citizen participation In town meetings •I am for land-use guidelines, ones that we can all agree on •I will demand an accountable and professional police dept. •I am a supporter of our very dedicated town staff •I do fully support the Small Town Main Street America Program that West Jefferson has been selected to participate In -I believe in responsible growth for our wonderful town I would appreciate your support by voting Hudler for Mayor of West Jefferson THOMAS JEFFERSON on Tuesday, November 6th. Thank you! © 2007 by King Features Syndicate, Inc. 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Since Sunday, Oct. 21, more than 2,000 homes have been destroyed in the southern part of the state; nearly 1,600 of those were lost in San Di­ ego County, where seven fires are still burning, according to news reports. Across the region, many of nearly 1 mil­ lion evacuees are back in their homes, but hundreds are still living in evacuation centers like Valley Center High School, where thank-you banners for firefighters and law enforce­ ment decorate fences and streetlights. Gunnar Hanson is pastor of Valley Baptist Church, a church with a long history and a renewed desire to meet needs in Valley Center. Last May, the church called Hanson, a church planter, to "re-launch" Valley Baptist with a focus on reaching out to the whole com­ munity, which includes every­ thing from a highly exclusive country club to several Na­ tive American reservations to family farms that have dotted the area for decades. Now, five months later, Hanson is build­ ing relationships aroimd a situation he never would have chosen, but he is unwavering in his belief that God is still in control. Tm not going to speculate on why this happened. But what do I know? I know that God is good, that He is faithful, that He wants people to know Him. Those are the things we cling to." On Sunday, Oct. 28, Hanson chose to forego a normal mes­ sage to his congregation at the end of what was an abnormal week. Instead, Hanson, who also serves as a chaplain to the Valley Center Sheriff's Depart­ ment, spoke about how God is working in a community that was totally evacuated soon af­ ter the fires began. At Valley Center High School, for example, where many residents went after leaving their homes, Hanson ' has visited with people he never would have met other­ wise. He said the fires acted as an equalizer in diverse Valley Center. "It doesn't matter your re­ sources or your lack of resourc­ es, when fire comes through, you're just you," Hanson said. It's a feeling with which Hanson is well familiar. When he received a reverse 911 call to his Valley Center home ear­ ly Tuesday, Oct. 23, he rushed his wife Anna and their daugh­ ter Grace to a friend's home in nearby Oceanside. Then, he returned to Valley Center, acting as a liaison between the sheriff's department and frightened residents who were gathering at the high school. Over the next few days, he delivered food to police officers Photo by Meredith Day/Baptist Press Southern Baptist pastor and sheriff's chaplain Gunnar Hanson meets with evacuees at Valley Center High School. During the wildfires in Southern California, Hanson visited the school regularly, passing along information to those \yho had been evacuated. and firefighters, helped direct bottlenecked traffic, even fed a neighbor's chickens after the family was evacuated to the high school. It was a what­ ever-it-takes kind of week, and Hanson believes his church and others in Valley Center are facing unprecedented op­ portunities to serve their com­ munity. The story is the same all over Southern California, where the number of volunteers who want to help rivals the num­ ber in need. Several Red Cross shelters are still operational, and numerous churches have opened their doors to anyone in need of a place to stay. At PetCo Park in San Diego, more than 100 Southern Bap­ tist Disaster Relief volunteers from all over the state contin­ ued to prepare hot meals to be taken to evacuation centers. The number of meals reached 30,000 over the weekend, with up to 12,000 going out daily. In the coming weeks, volunteers from outside California will come to relieve those who've worked throughout the past week in two mobile kitchens deployed to San Diego County and one in San Bernadino. The cooperation of Southern Baptists through disaster relief is reflected to the communities impacted by the fires, said Don Hargis, who directs disaster relief for the California South­ Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA Assembly of God Church Bald Mtn. Baptist Church Baldwin Community Church Pastor George Norris 846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman 1460 Bald Mln. Rd., West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service - 11:00am Sunday Evening Worship - 7:00pm Wednesday Evening • 7:00pm Baldmountainchurch.org Email: Baldmountain@skybe.st.com Church 8771550 Parsonage 877-2042 ern Baptist Convention. The disaster relief team members are "have good leadership, good history, a good attitude. They care about each other." Volunteer Millie Geyer ex­ perienced that attitude of care from the moment she arrived in San Diego from her home in Sacramento. After complet­ ing her disaster relief training a week before the fires began, Geyer and her husband re­ ceived an e-mail asking if they were available to help in San Diego. She flew in on Wednes­ day and has been staying with a local volunteer since then. Geyer said her daughter's ex­ perience during 2004's Hur­ ricane Ivan motivated her to Pastor: Douglas Hardin - 877-9075 246-2979 220 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson, NC Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Corner of Paw-Roland & McNeil Sis • Jefferson (H8 West - Left on McNeil, One Block) Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Morning Worship -10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. Bethany United Methodist Church Blue Ridge Worship Center Church of Christ at West Jefferson 336-877-2801 495 Highway 194 South Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 221 Burnett St. (QffBuck Mtn Road) Doug Frazier, Minister Sun. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday School -10:00 am Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Worship Service - Sunday Worship 11:01) a.m. 11:00am & 6:00pm "And He led them as far as to Bethanyarid He blessed them" Luke24:50 Worship 11:00 a.m. Worship & Praise 11:00 a m. Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m Robert St. off Bare (Church/ 846-9378 Services en Espanol Sabados a las - 6:00 PM Clases de ESL Scrvicios a las - 7: Cornerstone Fellowship Burnett St. • West Jefferson Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church Friendly Grove Baptist Church 846-3954 Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 Pastor Todd Brewer Deep Ford Rd., Lansing Sunday School at 10:00a.m. Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship 7:00p.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7:00 p.m. '•A Life Worth Living!" Wednesday Bible Study p.m. Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00p.m. Healing Springs Baptist Church Jefferson United Methodist Church Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor Sunday School - 10:00A.M. Sunday Morning Worship Service- 11:00A.M. Sunday Evening Worship Setvice - 7:00P.M. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00PM. Church: 982-9210'Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience. North Beaver Baptist "Loves you and wants you to fellowship with us even' Sunday!" Main & Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun Morning Mass - 9:00am Saturday Evening Mass - Pastor Rick Milter Sunday School 9:45 Pastor: Kevin Morgan 336-667-6092 Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00p.m. Office Phone: .U6-982-94I0 • tin. Lonnic Jones • Pastor Sunday Morning Worship • 11:00AM Bible School - 10:00 AM Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM West Jefferson United Methodist Church Welcome Home Baptist Church Comer of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson. North Carolina Sunday School • 10:00AM 194 and 88 West, Smethport, Ni' Sunday School 9:45 a.tn • Worship 11:00 a.m. Bible Study - 7 Elliott Osowitt. Pastor 513 E. Main St.. Jefferson 846-3346 Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4th) • 7:00PM Phone: 336-246-5292 Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:()0 A.M. Sunday Night Services 6:30p.m. Wednesday Service 7:00p.m. Missions Building by Faitli Promise Wednesday Night: Youth Services - Sunday • 6:00PM Children's Church and Nursery Provided Van 'transportation Available We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! Pastor Home: 336-384-3188 • Cell: 336-977-1009 www.wjumc.net To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 JEFFERSON Comer of Hwy. 221 & Cherry St. Jefferson B -Hut HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPPLY, INC. 141 Lyalle Lane, Jefferson, NC (Just off Ashe Rark Road) Open Mon-Fri • 7am-5pm 336-962-9621 Sears 246-7131 203 East 1" Street • West Jefferson, NC Convenient 7 Days A Week [ RiD-A-BUG POST 246-6077 Mountain A ire PO Box 972 • iW Jefferson, NC 336-246-6482 Fax:246-6402 Dr Pepper Bottling Company West Jefferson 246-4591 Termite & Pest Control 246-4222 N.C » 336-982-3060 DODGE • CHRYSLER • JEEP •WW* 502 Jefferson Ave. • 336-246-8806 Sfi l Mi l lfo if Jefferson, NC All Types Dozer Work Hauling &Trackhoc Work Home: 336-246-HART (4278) Shop: 336-846-7025 , i th-M(• PUnii .jit:-Ikfnm • vV)-24f.-6Tsl> "All Praise Be To God For Our Success" "Complete Line of Building Supplies " wmzm Old Hwy. 221-S. Beaver Creek • West Jefferson 336-246-3367 vie'TRI Compliments of VANNOY CONSTRUCTION CONSTRUCTION We Offer LP Gas • Gas Heaters Fire Logs • Cooking Equipment Call Pete at 246-7039 Weekly Specialties Hwy 16 & 163 Intersection Ashe County Builders Supply ******************** VANNOY & SONS Mt. Jefferson, Oil Seafood &" Steakhouse WniMit (Jorarmox Commercial and Residential EXTERMINATING 203 South Second Ave. West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.jeffersonpost.com 336-846-7164 Fax:336-846-7165 Glendale Springs, >, | f Saturday Services: Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Phone - 982-3076 Morning Worship • U:00a.m Pastor James T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 Sunday Services 8:30 & 11 ofWarrensvillc Holy Trinity Church Glendale Springs 10:00 a.m. Sunday School • 10:00 a.m. Smethport Indcpendant Baptist Church Faith Fellowship Seventh-Day Adventist Church (Episcopalian) Hwy. 163 West Jefferson 5:00pm English & 7:(l()r\t Spanish Weekday Mom. Mass - Call for times Casual Environment -Serious Faith 9:45 a m Sunday • Sunday School 11:00 am. Sunday1 • Worship Service 6:30p.m. Sunday • Sunday Night Service 6:00p.m. Monday • T.E.AM. 10:00 a.m. Tuesday * Joy in the Morning 7:00 p.m. Wednesday • Prayer Meeting Parish of the Holy Communion 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh 846-7481 Rev. Keith Casey 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson, NC (336) 246-4764 We would love to have you come worship with us. St Francis of Assisi Catholic Church 201 S. Jefferson Ave., West Jefferson Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church 115 East Main St., Jefferson, NC (336) 246-9512 9:00 a.m. Early Worship 9:45 a.m. •Sunday School for all ages 11:00 a.m. - Formal Worship Service 9178 Old Ihy. 16 • Crumpler, NC We invite you to join us for a God centered. family worshipping experience. Billy Robinson - Pastor Sunday School • 9:45 AM Worship' 11:00 AM Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 Worship at 11:00 a.m. Sunday School - 9:00 a.m. Sunday Worship Services - 10 00 a.m. Sunday Evening Services - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00 p.m. Mount Jefferson Presbyterian Church AWANA - 6:30 Evening Service 6:30 p.m. Sunday fyening IVoqthipMlti:00p.m. (336) 982-2080 Nursery provided for all services' Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Worship ll. OO a.m Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 "Come as you are. you will be loved' Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! Jim Dawes, Minister 846-5615 Church Office or Friendship Baptist Church Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene West Jefferson • Since 1891) • 846-3795 Fleetwood, NC Casual & Contemporary 891 Friendship Baptist Church RdJefTerson, NC Sunday Evening Worship 6:00 PM Wednesday Bible Study 6:45PM Pastor, Chris Cox Sunday Morning Breakfast 10:30 a.m. Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Sunday Morning Worship 8:30 AM and 11:00 AM Family Time - 9:30AM Sunday School - 10:00AM Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. 1549 Hwy. 194 South • Todd (1 mi. offHwy 221) SUNDAY - Sunday School 10:00AM Worship II :00AM and 6:00PM MONDA Y - Comm unity Care 6:00PM (Prayer A Outreach) WEDNESDAY- Family Night 7:00PM (All ages) (Missions Ministry, Van Ministry: Teen Tune) "A Church focused • on faith, family A the future" Big Flatts Baptist Church Evening Worship 6:1)0p.m. 846-5616 Preacher .V Residence Meredith Day coordinates communications with the Vi­ sion San Diego outreach of the Southern Baptist North Ameri­ can Mission Board's Strategic Focus Cities initiative. Beaver Creek Christian Church Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Bible Study "Join us in worship to Christ " investigate disaster relief ser­ vice. "We heard how she survived it, and we saw the devastation of the hurricane when we visit­ ed six months later. When she told us about the 'yellow caps' in her church, we decided to look into it for ourselves." The cooperation of South­ ern Baptists in relief efforts is evident from PetCo to Valley Center, where Gunnar Hanson is utilizing local and national Southern Baptist resources to meet needs in Valley Center. Valley Baptist's sponsoring church, First Baptist of Mira Mesa, provided a truck full of hay to help feed a local family's animals. On Sunday, partner­ ing Ft. Mitchell (Ky.) Baptist prayed for Hanson and his congregation over the phone during their Sunday morning service. It's reflective of a spirit that San Diego director of mis­ sions Dwight Simpson says is influencing churches, uniting them in the effort to see beauty rise from these ashes. "I think churches have real­ ized that we have an opportu­ nity to extend the hand of God into the community through gestures of love, and that through this, we can earn the right to share the most impor­ tant thing God has to give: a relationship with Him through Jesus Christ," Simpson said. COMPANY BLUERilXE eloctrle. n\<-nb*rrohlp corp. . Mon-Sat~8:30AM 5:30 PM Serving Ashe County lor over 20 Years H&W Oil Company 24-HOUR BURNER SFFLVICE Your Full Service Oil Company CITGO The Jewel Shoppe 785 East Main Street The Mountain Village Shopping Center Jefferson, NC Call 846-9241 ASHE COUNTY CHEESE 336-246-4155 High Country Paint & Performance 1358 W. King Street • Boone 1 Fy Our MomMi Cheddar Cheese 1 828-264-0439 or 800-452-0343 Off Frert Clumt tetter 106 E. Main St. 246-2501 ,739 US Hwy 221 Bus IPlIOWIf west Jefferson 246-9969 Aim PPG Paints 3-M Products IkU Billy Blcvins • Tommy Little Pollard Glass 211 Burkett Avenue West Jefferson, NC 336-846-4176 0 r SW S . /mcamMArte Hwy 421-Boone, NC 828-264-9051 p -—- 787 Hwy 221, West Jefferson 336-246-7077 Evenings ^Otdsmobeo fdoo+ie fultola, 9etc Your Local Equipment Dealer For All Your Equipment Needs 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap, NC 828-263-8464 • www.boonekubota.com We Build Your Home The Way You Want It Family Fun Center Discounted Rates _ QMC __ oeevnoLsr www.mackbrownlnc.com ( CARDINAL LANES Jfjmk "Church Groups Welcome" •' 1 PONJIACBUICK" HQMES www.classichomes Intersection US 221 & NC 163 • 1620 NC 163-E Wesi Jefferson, NO 336-246-3600 �JEFFERSON POST FRIPAY/ NOVEMBER 2, 2007 PAGE 11A COMMUNITY EVENTS Children's Christmas Project now underway Ashe County Children's Christmas Project is well under way. WE have 425 chil­ dren that need your help this year. If your church, Sunday School Class, organization or you as an individual would like to sponsor a child, call 246-5631 and you will receive all the information needed to begin this process. Also 900 new books for Children are needed to give with the Christmas Gifts. New Books can be dropped off at Ashe County Library, McDonalds, Partnership for Children and the Ashe Baptist Associa­ tion Office before December 7th. If you want to help wrap gifts at Family Central in De­ cember 3-7 call Dawn Good­ man at 246-2461. If you want to help on distribution day let is know. We need your help. Without you we cannot com­ plete this project. Thank you Ashe County for caring about children. Friday November 2 4-8 p.m.: Fish Fry to benefit Ashe Outreach Ministries. $8 donation for a large plate of fish, fries, hushpuppies, slaw, drink and dessert. Takeouts avail­ able. Saturday November 3 The Ashe County Humane So­ ciety will be holding their an­ nual Photos with Santa event from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Come have your pet's picture taken by Cathy Allinder at the Humane Society Resource Center. Chil­ dren may have their photos tak­ en but must be accompanied by a pet. The donation amount is $10 and all proceeds benefit the Ashe County Humane Soci­ ety. Please call 336-982-4297 for more information. 8:30 am.- 4 p.m.: Safe SittersThe Safe Sitter® program is a medically accurate program that teaches young adoles­ cents how to handle emergen­ cies when caring for younger children. The cost is $15. To register your son or daughter or your child's babysitter, call (336) 846-0781. 7 a.m.-1 p.m.:Yard Sale for Missions at Big Laurel Church in Creston. Breakfast will be served. 5-8 p.m.: A covered dishbenefit supper to help with medical expenses is being held for Phyl­ lis & Roger Farmer of Mouth of Wilson, VA. The benefit is on Saturday, November 3, 2007 from 5:00 pm util 8:00 pm at the Rugby Rescue Squad building. Take out trays are available. If you can't attend but would like to make a donation they can be sent to: Phyllis Farmer, 106 Tug Ln„ Mouth of Wilson, VA 24363 7 p.m.: Regular First Saturday Night Singing at Rock Creek Baptist Church. Bob Graybeal and the Glory Land Singers will be singing. Everyone is wel­ come to attend. Sunday November 4 2 p.m.: Blue Ridge Chamber Players at Ashe Arts Center. Tickets $8 for adults, $5 stu­ dents. Call 846-ARTS for info. 6:45: Revival at Smethport Baptist Church through Fri­ day, Nov. 9. Rev. Melvin Sisson from Kentucky will be preach­ ing. Prayer room opens at 6:45, service at 7. Pastor James Sechrest and congregation invites everyone to attend. 7 p.m.: Beaver Creek Baptist Church will have their fall revival. Each evening through Nov. 7. Rev. Chris Goodman will be speaking. Everyone is wel­ come. 7 p.m.: Phoenix Baptist Church will Services on have Revival November 4-7 with Rev. Joey McClure as the speaker. They will start with Prayer Room at 6:30 each night. Services to start at 7:00PM. Rev. Jeff Dollar invites you to attend. 7 p.m.: Wagoner Baptist Church will have Revival Ser­ vices November 4-7, at 7 p.m. each night. Rev. Mack Arnold, Jr. will be the guest speaker. Pastor, Rev. Steve Viers and congregation welcome you. 7 p.m.: Revival services (through Nov. 7) at Wagoner Baptist Church. Rev. Mack Ar­ nold is the speaker. The pastor, Rev. Steve Viers, and congrega­ tion invite everyone to attend. 7:30 p.m.: Revival Services on November 4-9 At New Riv­ er Baptist Church. Time 7:30 nightly, prayer room, at 7;15 Speaker will be Rev. Julian Ow­ ens from Tuckerdale Baptist Church. Special Singers nightly. Pastor Wayne Jones and Con­ gregation invite you all to come. Monday November 5 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m.: The Ameri­ can Red Cross will have a blood drive at the Ashe Cam­ pus of Wilkes Community College. 6 p.m.: Ashe Services for Ag­ ing presents "Learn Changes in Medicare and Medicare Part D" at the Senior Center. Each one in attendance will receive a small gift item. Presenter: Josiah Bova, field operational manager for the N.C. Depart­ ment of Insurance. 6:30 p.m.: The Peak Creek Ruritan Club will meet at the Peak Creek Community Center, Hwy. 88 East, Laurel Springs. After the meal there will be a program and a business meeting. Visi­ tors are welcome. For more in­ formation, call 982-9538. 7 p.m.: Monthly meeting of the National Alliance on Men­ tal Illness ind Senior Center at —,. , F.« * «.... < earned victories fnan Services buiiuuig ... x_one. Featured speaker will be Rep. Cullie Tarleton, N.C. House of Representatives. Contact Francine Barr at 828-263-5654 for more information. Tuesday November 6 Wilkes Community College - Ashe Campus Continuing Education Department is offer­ ing the following classes: Real Estate Broker—Contracts & Closings : On Tuesdays, be­ ginning November 6 thru No­ vember 27, from 9:00 am until 5:30 pm at the Ashe Campus. Tuition is $55. For more infor­ mation, call 846-3900. Wednesday November 7 11 a.m.: Mountain Hearts Cen­ ter for Prevention and Well­ ness presents "To Choose or Not to Choose!" Karen Creed, Registered Dietitian, will help untangle some of the myths about carbohydrates and guide us in making healthy choices. Please cal 846-0744 to "register for this free educational offer­ ing. Thursday November 8 • i 7:30-9:30 a.m. Cholesterol & Blood Sugar Screenings at AMH Mountain Hearts-Cost is $15. The test includes total Cholesterol, LDL, HDL , Triglyc­ erides and Blood Sugar. Must fast for 12 hours. By appoint­ ment only. Call 846-0744. 10:30-11:30 a.m.: Ashe Ser­ vices for Aging hosts a pro­ gram on "Your Family Emer­ gency Plan" at the Senior Center. Light refreshments will be served. 7:30 p.m.: "Male Intellect, An Oxymoron?" A combination of theatre and stand-up comedy that explores the age-old ques­ tion: What do women want? Tickets $12 adults, $5 students. Call 846-ARTS for info. Friday November 9 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Wilkes Community College will of­ fer a continuing education up­ date and elective for real estate agents. An elective entitled "The Price is Right" will also be held on Nov. 9 from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. Anne Rasheed will be the pre­ senter for both courses. Addi­ tionally, "Art of the Short Sale," an elective-presented by Julia Iden, will be offered on Nov. 10 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost will be $45 per course. For more information or to pre-register, contact Phyllis Vannoy at 336838-6166 or Dena Wiles at 336838-6210. 5:30 p.m.: "Songs for the De­ cades," a benefit concert for A Safe Home for Everyone at Ashe Civic Center. Refresh­ ments will be available. Admis­ sion $2, all proceeds benefit A.S.H.E. Sunday November 11 All Day Sunshine Sunday —presentations at churches to increase awareness of suicide prevention. Call 8460781 to get materials for your church. 11 a.m.: Glendale Springs Presbyterian Church will have special singing with Larry Bailey and Group from Beulah Presby­ terian in Wilkesboro. 2 p.m.: The Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Glendale Springs, NC, is pleased to pres­ ent in concert, The Primitive Quartet, on Sunday, November 11 at 2:00 p.m. The Primitive Quartet has been traveling and singing gospel music thirty-four years, and today travels ap­ proximately fifty thousand miles a year and performs nearly one hundred fifty dates annually. Their music is the traditional mountain shape note style sing­ ing accompanied by acoustical instruments including the man­ dolin, banjo, fiddle, guitars, and acoustic bass. This yearly event is always standing room only, so come early for a good seat. No tickets are required, but a love offering will be collected for the group. The church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd., just across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. For more information and/or directions, call Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743 or Paul Jones at (336)982-3478. 6 p.m.: Special singing from the Bluff Mountain Boys will be held at Bristol Baptist Church. Please come and join us! Landmark Baptist Church will have Rev. Sam Hawkins from Cardwell Freewill Baptist Church in Saltville, VA, as the visiting evangelist on Sunday, November 11th at 6:30 p.m. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek community. The Pastor, Reverend Charlie McCoy and the congregation invite every­ one to attend. Monday November 12 6 p.m.: Ashe County Garden Club will have their annual holi­ day party and dinner. Members are reminded to get checks for the event to Don Johnson, treasurer, by the end of Octo­ ber. The club meets the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m. For more information about the club or the dinner, call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. Tuesday November 13 All Day Books are Fun Sale at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Great educational Christmas gifts for children plus oodles of unique items. Proceeds will help support the hospital. Wednesday November 14 All Day Books are Fun Sale at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Great educational Christmas gifts for, children plus oodles of unique items. Proceeds will help support the hospital. Thursday November 15 9 a.m.-6 p.m.: Annual Christ­ mas Bazaar at Ashe Services for Aging, Senior Center. For more information, call 2464347. Friday November 16 9 a.m.-6 p.m.: Annual Christ­ mas Bazaar at Ashe Services for Aging, Senior Center. For more information, call 2464347. Ongoing Events Phipps Farm Friday Night Jam. Every Friday (rain, sleet, or snow): 7-10 p.m. Admission Free. Venue is Old Time and Bluegrass Mountain Music. All music., levels welcome, dancers too. Location: 2425 Silas Creek Rd., Lansing, NC. 28643. Info: Rita or Dawg Wood 336-3842382. * How do Huskies' Fans celebrate after each Huskies' victory? They come to the Fifth Quarter. What is the 'Fifth Quarter'? It is a safe alternative and safe activity for high school and middle school students and their parents/friends. The 'Fifth Quarter' is held after each Ashe County High School home football game. The location of the 'Fifth Quarter' is the Youth Center at Warrensville Baptist Church and the Fellowship Hall of Warrensville United Methodist Church. Activities for the youth include games, music, devotional time and fellowship. This event is sponsored by the Warrensville Baptist, Warrensville United Methodist, Smethport United Methodist, Clifton United Methodist, and Phoenix Baptist Churches. For more information, please call 384-3391. Maintain and improve your German Conversation skills Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday - Friday without appointments. Primary Care: Monday - Friday Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary Disabled American Veterans will have BINGO on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the Month at Family Central on the Ashe Central High School Rd. In Jefferson at 7 p.m.. There will be food available at the Morning Star Cafe'. For more information call 336-9823743. Alcoholics Anonymous Group meets on Mondays and Thursdays at Jefferson United Methodist Church at 7:30 p.m. - Closed Discussion and Saturday at noon - Closed "Big Book Study" - All meet­ ings are non-smoking. Anonymous Narcotics group m Wednesdays and Saturdays at 7: 30 p.m. at Jefferson United Methodist Church. The Ashe County team of High Country First in Families (HCFiF) meets every November services at Holy Trinity in Glendale Springs. Holy Communion is celebrated at 10 a.m. Coffee hour immediately follows the service. For information, call the church office at 982-3076. fourth Tuesday of the month in the basement of the Ashe County Library at 4:30 p.m. The purpose of this meeting is to gather resources in the community to help individu­ als who are developmental^ disabled. Anyone interested in this program is encouraged to attend. For more information call Michelle Idol at 336-6673333 extension 244 or toll-free at (866) 667-3398. Country Roads Pharmacy: Ashe Choices for Sustainable Living discussion course The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold Mobile County Prescriptions can now be filled in Boone at the Hunger & Health Coalition (the old Health Dept. building off Bamboo Rd.). Medication pick-up days are Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10 am - 2 pm. Clients my call in prescription refills at 828-2621628.Your physician can fax new prescriptions to fax # 828-262-0154. The Ashe County Garden Club meets the second Mon­ day of each month at 6 p.m. If you have an interest in garden­ ing and would enjoy discussing plants, visiting private gardens or touring public gardens, call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299 for more information. Eligibility for Free Medical Clinic. Tuesdays. 4:00 - 6:00. Anyone interested in receiv­ ing free medical care from the Ashe County Free Medical Clinic must come to eligibility screening. To be eligible you must live or work in Ashe Coun­ ty, be between the ages of 19 - 64, have NO form of medical insurance, and provide proof of income that meets the clinic's policy. Call 846-4649 for an ap­ pointment, or come to the clinic (at the red light in Jefferson) on Tuesdays from 4:00 - 6:00. (Supplemental Food WIC Program for Women Infants and Children): If you are a pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum woman, infant, or child less than five years of age, and meet certain eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the WIC Program. WIC is a special supplemental food program that provides individually prescribed packages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program or know someone who does; contact 246-2013. offered at the West Jefferson Coffee House Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Come learn with others how easy it is to live more sustainably. One person really can make a difference! For information call Gerry at the New River Earth Institute 336-877-1860 or visit www. NewRiverEarthlnstitute.org. Mountain Overtones Barber­ shop Chorus now meets Thursdays at 7 p.m. at West Jefferson United Methodist Church. AL-ANON (for family and friends of addicted persons): Meets on Wednesdays at the First Baptist Church in West Jefferson at noon. For details, call 384-1940. The Board of Elections meets the second Tuesday in each month at the Court House in Jefferson. These meetings are open to the public. Watauga Wellness Cancer Program. A fitness program for patients actively receiving cancer treatment or those who have gone through treat­ ment in the past year, as well as spouses/caregivers. Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12:00 -1:00 pm at the Wellness Center. Call Beth Ann Syers at (828) 266-1060 for more infor­ mation. The VFW will have their monthly meeting on the third- Monday of the month at 5:30 at Prime Sirloin in Jefferson,NC. For more info call 336-2465930, David Sexton, Com­ mander VFW. The Disabled American Vet­ erans will have their monthly meeting on the second Mon­ day of the month at 6:30 at 446 Ashe Park Rd. in Jefferson, NC. So come on out and join us for dinner and fellowship. For more info call 336-982-3743, Buddy Greer, Commander DAV. over a cup of coffee at Anne's Place in the heart of downtown Lansing every Wednesday from Loans to Christmas Tree Growers At Farm Credit we make loans to Christmas Tree Growers for: balks mm fun! i 2-4. Anne's Place is located at the traffic light across from Main Street Discount. It'c, lifzc- rv\ov\o^j m fhe- tanfc. 1 LENDER Labor, seedling, real estate, equipment, harvesting expenses and more! paper the week of November 4th. Yo\jy fs\/or\ie> ^yod\ic^<>—for lc^c,\ Call Us.... We'll Respond Carolina Farm Credit 507 East Main Street • Jefferson, NC 28640 • (336) 246-8856 \ a assis / l Connecting IHtoplc to Brands- �PAGE 12A FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Volunteers are 'lifeblood' of Ashe Memorial Hospital Volunteers are the lifeblood of Ashe Memorial Hospital. From the goodness of their hearts and the willingness of their hands, these dedicated individuals contribute time and energy to assist the hos­ pital staff in serving the com­ munity. Volunteers continue to con­ tribute many unselfish hours to the hospital each year. Be­ tween October 1, 2006 and September 30, 2007, they gave more than 9,215 hours of service. Volunteers were treated recently to a special recognition luncheon at Jef­ ferson Landing and present­ ed certificates for their length of service. The theme for this year's recognition was "The Price­ less Gift," a special poem for volunteers: "Through the door walks an inquisitor. I smile from the station reading 'Visitor' and I point her on her way. At the gift shop she finds again, I am there. I understand. I fill her hand with items reflect­ ing love and care. On another floor, I give relief to loved ones overcome by grief. I hold the hand of one in pain and lis­ ten as policies are explained. You see, I have many roles; many faces; different names in different places. But wher­ Calvin Miller, Anne Seawell, Blanche Barker, Rickey Mitchell, Scott Sears, Jennifer Treski. Not pictured: Debra Coulter, Ray Ferrell, Pam Sawyer. standing, Barbara Sears, Edie Newell, Jean Buck, Claire Hammitt, Sandy Greer, JoAnn Alexander, JoAnne Boman. Not pictured: Greg Bolac, Michele O'Benchain.Theda Heitmann. ever there is need for care, look around you - I am there. These little things along the way I trust make this a brighter day. Guiding those I encounter with my shift, I volunteer. The Priceless Gift." Volunteers at Ashe Memo­ rial Hospital serve at the re­ ception desk in the front lob­ by, at the admissions desk in the Emergency Department, on the floors, at Mountain Hearts Wellness Center, in the Medical Records Depart­ ment, and at Segraves Care Center. All volunteers are invited to join the AMH Auxiliary. The group meets monthly and a $10 annual fee is charged for membership. The AMH Auxiliary participates in a number of fundraisers each year to benefit the hospital, and makes an annual contri­ bution from those fundrais­ ers, the Gift Nook and the Love Light Tree to the AMH Foundation toward hospital improvements. Last year's contribution totaled $15,000. The AMH Auxiliary also participates in the annual Health Fair with Blue Ridge Electric. The members set up a table with samples form the Gift Nook and have applica­ tions available for recruit­ ment of new volunteers. 500-999 hours (from left) RussellTrembly, Connie Ruegsegger, Katrina Miller, Helen Sullivan, Maxine Thomas, Pearl Jolsvay. Not pictured: Sam Howell, Jo Ann Page, Marvin Riddle, Carol Skroch. 1,000-1,999 hours (from left) front row: Wylene Graybeal,Billie Cox; middle row: Rachel Roblee, Audry Lunin, Edna Ham, Linda Cooper, Nancy Fletcher; back row: Nancy Jones, Carol Pollack, Evelyn Reeves, Joyce Holm, Mary Gordon Tugman, Jeannie Weaver, Robert Cooper, Rusty Ruegsegger. Auxiliary fundraisers begin in February with the Uniform Sale, followed by a Fine Jewelry Sale in April, Books are Fun Sale in June, $5 Jewelry Sale in September and Books are Fun Sale in November. The Love Light Tree is a very special fundraiser in De­ cember that not only provides a financial contribution to the hospital, but honors people through those donations. Each year at the end of October, the AMH Auxiliary starts preparing for this big event. Last year, a special cabinet was purchased by the Auxiliary to house names of loved ones "In Memory" or "In Honor." The cabinet is perma­ nently located in the hospi­ tal lobby and names remain throughout the year, replaced only during the next Love Light season. Love lights can be pur­ chased for $5 each starting this week. Lights are placed on a Christmas tree outside the front of the hospital and lit during a special ceremony, which takes place this year on Sunday, December 2. For more information about the AMH Auxiliary and volunteer program, contact Volunteer Director Pat Coo­ per at 846-7101. Brown; middle row: Delia Jones, Mary Chatham, Janice Cockerham, Dorothy Vannoy, Dot Peeler; back row: George Jackson, Edith Lindsey, Mary Covington. Not pictured: Dorothy Jeremiah, Helen Miller. 3,000-3,999 hours (left to right) Carol Howell, Madge McNeill, Margaret Watson, llene Stump. m 5,000-5,999 hours: Orleta Demuth, pictured with Ashe Memorial Hospital Administrator R.D. Williams. W* Regular $599 W.. 10 %Off* 60 Chair & Half MicroFiber Regular $499 SME-y&M Off* 50 on 4 piece suit sofa • love seat • chair • ottoman / 7\AY° artment size sofa also available •72 inchet loupe Red Navy Our Regular Sale price: *3891 Extra 10% off $ 39 6 Miles from West LANE Sectionals Lowest Price of the Year! oYo Y Q H 00% Leather* Eddie Bauer Suit Save:^£5/: ,«ii 3 piece sui g— Hours: Monday - Friday 9am • 5pm Saturday 9am -3pm Jefferson on 88 West. Right on North West School Road ;ville, NC -2929 'iWTfii* rw*<«-0 J • • • n • t M - �Football Friday Night This week The Huskies fight for the MVAC Championship tonight with a game at in Surry Central High School Husky in Dobson. Kickoff is at 7:30 p.m. sports Huskies poised to clinch title by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor On this past chilly Monday evening, the Huskies were able to heat things up in the Mountain Valley Conference as the season is drawing to a close. With only one game remaining in the season, the Huskies are currently in first place in the MVAC behind a 296-yard game by Daniel Wain and an overall striking performance by the Huskies during their 39-28 victory over the Wilkes Central Ea­ gles on Monday evening. The victory placed the Huskies in Post photo by Michael Graybeal Quarterback Daniel Wain hands off to senior David Grubb during Monday night's game. Grubb recorded three touch­ downs during the Senior Night game. a tie for first place with the Eagles, as they both have a conference record of 4-1. How­ ever, the Huskies posses the head-to-head tie breaker and will earn the number one spot with a victory tonight against Surry Central. Ever since their conference opening loss to North Surry, the Huskies have been on first winning all four games. In the four games, the Huskies have outscored their opponents 185 points to 63 points, an average margin of victory of over thirty points per game. The Huskies domination on the offensive portion of the game continued against the Eagles on Monday. With the attack coming through the air for Ashe, Wain had a stand out game compiling three passing touchdowns and David Grubb also had an impressive performance earning three touchdowns in crucial situations. The action opened up quickly as Wilkes Central was able to trick the Huskies with a half-back pass on the first play of the game for a 51-yard touchdown pass just ten seconds into the game to take a rapid 7-0 lead. With a disihal gloom over the stands, Jeren Holman electrified the Huskies with a 75-yard kick- Post photo by Michael Graybeal The Huskies defensive line gets prepared for a key stop on third down on Monday night. Tennis loses in playoffs by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor The women's tennis team here in Ashe County is begin­ ning to make a name for it's self around thestate with their continued success in the state playoffs. This past weekend, Ashe sent two doubles teams to the NCHSAA Individual State Playoffs. Ivey Tant and Lorna Vega paired together for the first team and Rachel Curcio and Roxanne Thomas paired as the second team. On Friday and Saturday, the girls competed at the Cary Tennis Complex and Tant and Vega advanced to the semi-fi­ nals of the State Tournament ,0 be named as All-State thletes for this past season. Curcio and Thomas won their opening match against a tal­ ented team from the Mideast bracket but lost in the second round to a pair from Salis­ bury, who would proceed to win the Championship. Tant and Vega opened up the tournament on Friday with a unchallenged 6-1 61 victory to move onto the second round. In the second round, the match up was a little closer, but the Husky pair still found a way to win with a 6-4 6-2 victory. In the semi-finals, the Huskies were paired with the team that had defeated Curcio and Thomas and the Huskies competed strong in the first set, but came up barely short with a score of 6-4. In the second set, the Huskies' opponents came to life and the Huskies lost the second set 6-1 to end their drive in the Tournament. By advancing into the semi-finals, Vega and Tant earned the title of All-State players and is also ranked as one of the top four teams in the state. Coach Vickie Her­ man summed up the pairs' success by saying: "They are both now All-State players and very deserving of this honor. Their doubles play is at it's peak right now and their teamwork is outstanding." Following the tournament, Coach Herman was con­ gratulatory and excited for her girls saying, "We made a great showing at the State Tournament. Rachel (Curcio) and Roxanne (Thomas) cer­ tainly proved they were wor­ thy of being there by playing excellent doubles and win­ ning their first round match by defeating a talented team, the number two team from the Mideast." Following the completion of the individual tournament, the Huskies returned to ac­ tion as a team during the sec­ ond round of the NCHSAA Dual Team Playoffs with a trip to West 'Henderson. The Huskies had a heart breaker t match as the two teams were tied at the completion of the singles matches, then West Henderson was able to win two out of the three doubles matches to win the match with a final total score of 5-4. In the singles competi­ tion, Rachel Curcio, Roxanne Thomas, and Courtney Bow­ ers earned victories for the Huskies to claim the three points in the singles. Rachel Curcio won easily with a 64 6-1 victory, and Roxanne Thomas followed that with another good victory, 6-1 61. The third victory for Ashe came when Courtney Bowers won her first set 6-4 in a close match. In the second set, her opponent battled back and won the second set 6-4 to force a third set tiebreaker. The tiebreaker was a game to ten points and Courtney secured the point for Ashe with a 106 victory in the tiebreaker to give Ashe the needed third point. Lorna Vega nearly earned another point for Ashe when she rebounded from a 4-6 loss in game one to win game two 7-5 to force a third set tie­ breaker also. In the tiebreak­ er, Vega battled but came up a few points shy in the end and lost the tiebreaker 6-10. Ivey Tant faced a tough oppo­ nent in the number one seed slot and lost her match 6-2 6-0, leaving only one match left in the singles competi­ tion. Ariel Farmer, competing in the number six seed posi­ tion was another close match. After losing the first set 4-6, Farmer remained close with her opponent in the second set, but also lost it once again 4-6 to give West Henderson their third point of the match as a team. With the match extended into doubles play to break the 3-3 deadlocked teams after the split singles competition, West Henderson was able to claim the victory with wins in the first and third doubles matches. In the first match, Ivey Tant and Lorna Vega lost to a tough team 5-10, but Ashe saw hope when that Rachel Curcio and Roxanne Thomas won their doubles match 101 to tie the match once again at four points for each team. The third doubles match was a close affair for both teams. Courtney Bowers and Ariel Farmer (Ashe's five and six seeds) were evenly matched with the number three seed, and the number six seed from West Henderson. The Ashe pair battled till the end of the match, but in the final games of the match, West Hender­ son was able to pull away to claim the 10-8 victory to give West Henderson a team total of five victories compared to Ashe's four. The loss to West Henderson concluded an amazing season for the Huskies. The season featured two doubles teams going to State Tournament, same two doubles teams fin­ ishing second and third in the Western Regional, and finishing first and second in the MVAC Tournament. Also this year, the Huskies num­ ber one seed, Ivey Tant was named Co-Player of the Year for the MVAC, and Tant and Lorna Vega was named to the All-State team. As a team, the Huskies completed a majority of the season ranked in the top-ten teams in the state, fin­ ished in the top sixteen teams in the NCHSAA Dual Team Playoffs, finished second in the MVAC to Surry Central (Surry Central defeated West Henderson in the third round on Tuesday to advance to the State Semi-Finals when they traveled to Salisbury on Thursday evening for the match). Congratulations to the Huskies on an excellent season! Post photo by Michael Graybeal Kyle Guyton snags this pass during Monday night's game for a huge gain. off to move the ball down near the Huskies' goal line on the fourteen-yard line. However, an illegal block in the back backed the Huskies up to the twenty-nine yard line to start the short drive for the Huskies. Following a third down conversion on a seven­ teen-yard pass, Daniel Wain connected with Dakota Price for an eight-yard touchdown pass to cut the Eagles lead to 7-6 (extra-point attempt was partially blocked by the Eagles) and in the first two minutes of the game. Following the fast paced opening two minutes; neither team could score again until the final play of the first quar­ ter. Facing a second and long from the Eagles' twenty-yard line, when the Huskies were awarded a first down with a nineteen-yard pass to give the Huskies a first and goal from inside the one-yard line. Da­ vid Grubb received the call on the next play and pushed his way up the middle behind an­ other great performance from the Huskies' offensive line for the one-yard touchdown run to give the Huskies a 12See Football, page 2B Los Arcoiris wins season and tournament championship Post photo by Kweta Danner The Los Arcoiris Industrial League Soccer team in the Watauga County Parks and Recreation sponsored league finished as the Regular Season Champions and also the Tournament Champions. The team finished with an record of 5-1-1 for the league, and 10-2-1 for the entire season, including the three tournament victories. In the Championship Game, the team defeated Boone Saloon 2-0 to win the Tournament Championship. The team members ranged in age from two players who are 19, to players up in their forties and represented six different countries. Team members include: Jorge Luis Esquivel Sibaja (Koki)- Captain, Alfredo Alvarez- Manager, Rahman Tashakkori- Coach, Vicente Alvarez, Saol Cacari, Rene Cavarello, Steven Kennedy, Salvator Agqilar, Victor Rangel, Marshall Rhyne, Michael Graybeal, Wayne Cable, and Genaro Leon. �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Cardinal Lanes bowling league results From 10/25/2007- Thursday» Scores- Men Week 7 of 32 Scratch Game Place. Team, Pts Won, Pts Lost 1. Radio Hill Sales, 25, 3 2. That's What She, 20.5, 7.5 3. Freedom Homes, 20, 8 4. Jefferson Rent-All, 18,10 5. Cardinal Lanes, 15, 13 6. United Chemi-Con, 14,14 7. Church's Construction, 13.5, 14.5 8. Sage Auction, 9,15 9. Mike's Community, 11, 17 10. Prime Timers, 10,18 11. Moosehead C.L.H., 6, 22 12. Bill's Garage, 5, 23 James Ham Troy Sage Derek Osborne Scratch Series James Ham Billy Lewis Johnny Rash 214 212 208 Scratch Game Cindee Aloia Sue Friley Kendra Tedder 579 555 545 Scratch Series Cindee Aloia Sue Friley Kendra Tedder 474 397 385 219 209 195 195 Handicap Game Troy Sage Derek Osborne Tim Riley 262 258 252 Handicap Series Troy Sage Johnny Rash Derek Osborne Handicap Game Sue Friley Jamie Taylor Diana Vaught Hazel Price 684 671 655 Handicap Series Sue Friley Diana Vaught Jamie Taylor Football From 10/23/2007- Tuesday Scores- Women 188 159 157 Top Scores- Men Week 7 of 32 Scratch Game Johnny Rash Johnny Shepherd A.G. Miller 222 210 208 Scratch Game Debbie Tedder Cindy Malafronti Hazel Price 206 138 126 Scratch Series Johnny Rash Matt Treva Scott Stevens 601 567 558 Scratch Series Debbie Tedder Cindy Malafronti Hazel Price 469 370 338 Handicap Game Johnny Rash Johnny Shepherd A.G. Miller 253 247 245 Handicap Game Debbie Tedder Hazel Price Cindy Malafronti 259 186 184 Handicap Series Johnny Rash Dominick Leserra Bill Carter 694 660 642 Handicap Series Debbie Tedder Hazel Price Cindy Malafronti 628 518 508 . Place. Team, Pts Won, Pts Lost 1. VA Carolina Cone., 22, 6 577 552 546 2. Westwood Ventu., 20, 8 3. New River Archer, 18.5, 9.5 4. Liberty Tax, 16,12 5. Mikes Mufflers, 14.5,13.5 6. State Drywall, 13,15 7. G.E. Aviation, 13, 15 8. Geno's Restaurant, 10,18 9. Mixed Attitudes, 9,19 10. Scott Welchs Con., 4, 24 Top Scores- Women continued from page IB 7 lead (two-point conversion failed for the Huskies), as the clock showed four seconds re­ maining in the first quarter. Grubb was able to earn his second touchdown of the con­ test in the second quarter on the Huskies next possession. The drive started around midfield for the Huskies and with a 31-yard pass to Kyle Guyton, and then a fifteen-yard pass to Ethan Graybeal, the Huskies were able to move the ball down to the Eagles' nine-yard line. On first down, Wain handed the ball off to Grubb who carried it in for his second touchdown and the Huskies fans were on their feet cheering with the home team winning 19-7 (Dakota Price extra-point was good). Wilkes Central clawed their way back with their next possession and moved the ball down the field on the ground and was able to set up their offense on the Hus­ kies' eighteen-yard line with a short third down. On third down, the Eagles did not settle for a first down conver­ sion, but carried the ball into the end zone, and following a two-point conversion; the Eagles trailed the Huskies by only three points, 18-15. On the next possession for the Eagles, they were able to run the clock down under­ neath one minute left in the half. A questionable coaching move by the Eagles' coach placed them in a fourth and long attempt with only eleven seconds remaining in the first half. Instead of running the clock down to allow enough time for one play, the Eagles' coaching staff calls a time-out with eleven seconds for their fourth down attempt. On the following play, a solid stand by the Huskies' defense forced an incomplete pass and the Huskies took over with eight seconds remaining in the first half with the ball on the Ea­ gles' 46-yard line. In a desperation play at­ tempt, Daniel Wain scrambled to the left side of the pitch and slung the ball towards the Huskies' endzone. Ethan Graybeal was able to bring the ball down for the Huskies inside the endzone to once again bring the Husky' fans to their feet as the 46-yard touchdown Hail Mary gave the Huskies a large 25-15 lead at halftime following the extra-point by Dakota Price. During the halftime inter­ mission, reality set in that the Huskies might upset the Eagles in the exciting game. Heading into the game, mul­ tiple predictions had the Ea­ gles coming out on top by a large margin, but the Huskies proved that there is always a shot for the underdog. During halftime, the Huskies energy, enthusiasm, and determina­ Post photo by Michael Graybeal The Huskies honored their Senior members on Monday night prior to the team's dominant win over Wilkes Central. The Huskies have fourteen seniors on their roster this year that will be missed next year. tion persisted and the Hus­ kies started the second half with possession of the foot­ ball. Tavin Holman fielded the kickoff and returned it out to the Eagles' 41-yard line to give the Huskies excellent position to start their first drive of the second half. The Huskies determina­ tion and momentum in the first half still hung in the air during the second half and in the first few plays of the second half, a long run by Daniel Wain, and completed passes to Ethan Graybeal and Dakota Price set up a one-yard touchdown run for the Huskies. On first and goal from the ten-yard line, Wain moved the ball down to the one-yard line with a quarter­ back keeper, and then David Grubb punched it in for the Huskies for his third rush­ ing touchdown of the contest. Following the extra-point by Price, Ashe led the stunned Eagles 32-15. Wilkes Central's frustra­ tion was evident in their next offensive possession as the Huskies' defense dominated the Eagles and forced them into a punt. The punt by Wil­ kes Central placed the Hus­ kies on their own seventeenyard line to start their drive. On the Huskies' second down, a pass attempt by Daniel Wain was slightly high which allowed a Eagles' defender to grab the ball for the first interception of the game and gave them excellent field po­ sition starting on the Huskies twenty-six yard lijie. With an uplifting spirit following the defensive in­ terception, the Eagles' of­ fense trotted onto the field in a confident fashion and on first down they went for the endzone with a pass play to the right side. Grayson Wells was covering the right side of the defense for the Hus­ kies and read the pass play perfectly. Wells went up with the Eagles' receiver and ini­ tially batted the ball down, but with quick reflexes was able to grab the pass for an interception, which resulted in a touchback for the Hus­ kies. Following the play, there was a fifteen-yard penalty for a Personal Foul- Face Mask Penalty and the Huskies of­ fense took the field with their next possession starting on their own thirty-five yard line after the Eagles' offense walked off the field. The Huskies offense strug­ gled on first and second down and faced a third and eleven. On the following play, Wil­ kes Central was once again • flagged for a Person FoulFace Mask Penalty, which gave the Huskies a first down to keep their drive alive. Kelsey Combs kept the Hus­ kies' momentum in tact with a twelve-yard first down run, followed up with a ten-yard run by Daniel Wain. Brandon Rinehart set up a touchdown pass when he moved the ball forward six yards on his next carry, then Daniel Wain com­ pleted his third touchdown pass of the contest with a twenty-four yard completion to Brandon Rinehart for his first touchdown of the contest and Ashe led 39-15 follow­ ing the extra-point by Dylan Brown. With the Huskies possess­ ing a twenty-four-point lead, a comeback by the Eagles seemed dismal and the Hus­ kies' fans were alive with ex­ citement of the upset in the making. The Eagles did not give up however and they continued to battle and scored two unanswered touchdowns to cut the Huskies' lead to only eleven points, 39-28. However, unfortunately for Wilkes Central, the clock was in favor of the Huskies and the game ended with the Huskies still possessing an eleven-point lead and the Huskies had completed the unpredictable upset. The Eagles had entered the Post photo by Michael Graybeal The Husky Vanguard Marching Band paid tribute to senior members of the band and the Flag Corps Squad at the final home game of the regular season on Monday. game undefeated in MVAC play, but now stand at a re­ cord of 4-1. The Huskies also posses a 4-1 record and are tied in the win-loss columns. However, the head-to-head match up determines the tie­ breaker, and the Huskies win the tiebreaker with the vic­ tory on Monday evening. The Huskies final game in MVAC play is tonight when they are on the road at Surry Central. Last year, the Huskies were able to secure a portion of the conference title with a mammoth 46-3 victory over Surry Central. The Huskies are hoping to repeat as Con­ ference Champions this year and need to win on Friday to secure the Championship. At the conclusion of the game Monday evening, the Huskies' sideline was enthu­ siastic with their dominating performance and celebrated the victory by giving Head Coach Bill Strong the tradi­ tional sign of a championship, a freezing-cold Gatorade bath!. During the team conference following the game, Coach Strong stated: "It was a good game tonight, but I got wet, and I'm not going to get wet for nothing. We're going to get prepared for Surry Central!" Surry Central thus far in the season has had dismal success as they have com­ piled a season record of 1-9. Their sole victory of the sea­ son came over their MVAC opponent, North Wilkes ear­ lier this season. "Our boys played well, es­ pecially offensive where we moved the ball extremely well. Defensively, they have some weapons and we knew they were going to score and that we had to score" elabo­ rated Coach Strong. "We have won nothing yet, we got to come out Friday and play." The game against Wilkes Central was one of the best showings for the Huskies' offense and defense. Offen­ sively, junior quarterback Daniel Wain led the attack with 69 rushing yards and 227 passing yards. Wain re­ corded three touchdown pass­ es, one to Rinehart, Graybeal, and Price. A highlight of the game for the Huskies was the continued hard work and de­ termination of the Huskies' offensive line. Daniel Wain stated after the game: "That was a crazy big win for us which makes us HAVE to win Friday. Our lines (offensive and defensive) did an awe­ some job and all the credit needs to go to them. They are a great group of players." The defensive attack for the Huskies was led with multiple standout players. Seven Huskies recorded three or more tackles in the game, led by Jake Brown with 7.5 tackles and seven assists. Ryan Shepherd followed with seven tackles, eight assists, Dylan Brown with six tack­ les, four assists, Ryan Moser with five tackles, six assists, and one sack. The Huskies will conclude their regular season tonight with a trip to Surry Central and Wilkes Central will play Forbush at home. A victory by Ashe will seal the Conference Championship and a home playoff game in the NCHSAA 2A Playoffs. Look for results in Tuesday's paper. Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest Winner Donnie Tomlinson is the winner for this week's Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest. He correctly chose the race winner, Jimmie Johnson, and guessed the closest number of caution flags with a guess of 11. Thanh you for all of your entries! Please play the Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest again next week! Post photo by Michael Graybeal The Senior cheerleaders were also recognized Monday night prior to the game. The cheerleading squad has a total of eight seniors that have been a contribution to Husky athletics. Elmer Eldreth is the winner for last week's Jefferson Post Football Contest. Congratulations! He guessed more winning teams than any other contestant, and guessed to the tie-breaking score, play the Jefferson Post FoQtball Contest again next week! �FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 3B REAL ESTATE How to design your dream fire place (ARA) - A fireplace is a fo­ cal point in a home. Not only is it a visually appealing central gathering place, but it provides a backdrop for cherished mem­ ories. From family portraits to opening presents during the holidays, there is an emotional connection to fireplaces. 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The main thing to remember is DO NOT OVER-IMPROVE for your neighborhood. Limit your upgrades to items that will allow you to sell at around the same price point as your neighbors. In general, anytime you can add a 2nd bath to a 1 -bath home, DO IT. This will definitely pay off. Upgrading kitchens and baths is almost always cost effective, just remember to stay within your im­ provement budget. 11 Ml questions you might have so you are prepared when you visit your local store. Through Hearth By Design, users can learn about all their fireplace options and even cus­ tomize die look of die room to match their home. Suggested retail prices are displayed so you can stay within your budget. Print out your ideal fireplace and bring to your local fireplace store to discuss your choices. For more information visit www.Fireplaces.com. Ready to sell? Need help deciding on your remodel project? Call the Property Pro. 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Linda Hughes Norman Hughes Stan Elliott Jean Ann Leander Tiffany Wood April Sullivan* 877-7916 977-0297 877-7826 385-0115 877-6871 877-7262 Residential • Land • Commercial • Investment • Second Homes Vacation Rentals* �PAGE 4B FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2007 JEFFERSON POST REAL ESTATE Renovation to unfinished basement creates home-within-a-home for extended family (ARA) - Bathroom additions rank among the most com­ mon home improvements, and the investment almost always pays off at resale. But when it comes to basement renovations, the expense and mess of digging for plumbing drainage lines makes adding a bathroom financially imprac­ tical for many homeowners. As a result, homes with plenty of sub-level promise remain underutilized. "I see a lot of basements in my work," says real estate professional Daniel Pitman of Brentwood, Tenn. "Too often, they remain unused, wasting perfectly good space and valu­ able real estate. Owners just don't know what to do with them." The biggest obstacle, he says, is that homeowners "Don't ever visualize putting bathrooms down there be­ cause there's no way to drain die fixtures. Adding sump pumps is expensive, and they leave a big hole." There is a solution that can resulting fine slurry is quickly But Saniflo's appeal went man, referring to the need to and quietly discharged under beyond these impressive cost- blast through the floor to in­ pressure through small-diam­ savings. "We loved the fact stall traditional plumbing syseter, above-floor piping to a septic tank or the sewer sys­ tem. "When you offer people an alternative to getting the sledge hammer out and bust­ ing up the floor, it's no con­ test between above-floor and conventional plumbing," says John Haas, owner of Central Hardware in Elkhart, Ind., which does an active business in Saniflo products. "Saniflo has been the most successful new product that we have taken on since I came here in 1988." Dream come true Daniel Pitman and his part­ ner Duane Enoch avoided basement excavation them­ selves by using Saniflo's tech­ nology to help turn a 6,300square-foot residence in Brentwood into their dream home. Located 15 miles south of Nashville, the house wasjust that the Saniflo system spared tems. "The mess would have right for their needs. Knowing us from having to go through come up to the top floors even­ they could easily convert the that concrete dust," adds Pit- tually. That clean-up factor is really the big selling point for above-floor plumbing." The Saniflo system had sev­ eral other factors in its favor as well: * Concealed plumbing: Enoch liked the fact that the macerating pumps could be concealed behind the wall, an important advantage for the luxury setting they envi­ sioned. "That's what sold me on the technology. We have access panels in both baths, which makes it easy to get to the macerator boxes." * Just like regular plumb­ ing: Because the plumbing is concealed, "Most people don't even know an abovefloor system is any different than conventional plumbing," Enoch explains, referring to the look and comparatively quiet operation of macerating the couple's bathroom instal­ lations took a little over half a day. Enoch and Pitman's expan­ sive residence is typical of this fast-growing upscale commu­ nity, known for its large lots and serene settings in the roll­ ing hills of middle Tennessee. But unlike many other homes in the area, the Enoch-Pitman dream home is fully utilized from top to bottom for the benefit of all four family mem­ bers, thanks to the basement renovation with above-floor plumbing. "I didn't want them to go to a retirement community," says Enoch of his grandmoth­ er and great aunt. "Now they have family upstairs, and we have family downstairs. And they are absolutely in love with the bathrooms." For more information, con­ tact Saniflo at (800) 571-8191. Or visit the Saniflo Web site at www.saniflo.com. Courtesy of ARAcontent technology. * Quick and easy installa­ tion: Without the digging to make drainage connections, ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE ON FRIDAYS! 2 Columns x 3 Inches $20.69 ONLY Call or come by and see raldine about this GREAT DEAL! 336.846.7164 Minimum One Month Commitment :or real estate or related businesses on Real Estate pages ONLY 'Per.Run "Put Your Trust In Number One" | Heritage Realty Ashe, Inc. d/b/a j Gntuifc 11 Beaver Creek School Road West Jefferson, NC 28694 Business 336-246-2664 INDEPENDENTLY OWNED & OPERATED M help homeowners overcome the basement-renovation hurdle. Above-floor plumbing makes it simple and cost-effec­ tive to install a bathroom vir­ tually anywhere in the home without breaking through the floors - a special advantage when those floors are made of concrete. The innovative technology has been a European plumb­ ing staple for half a century and is catching on in the United States for basements, tight spaces like closets and attics, and even temporary bathroom additions. That last application is possible thanks to Saniflo whose toilets are as simple to "un-install" as they arc to put in, making them ideal for creating short-term living quarters for a nanny, an in-law or a convalescing per­ son. Instead of routing waste and water through a conventional floor drain, Saniflo plumb­ ing moves the effluent to a macerator pump, housed in a small plastic box installed at floor level behind the toilet. The macerator uses a fast-ro­ tating cutting blade to break up waste and toilet paper. The Asm 2,400-square-foot, unfinished basement into separate, but spacious accommodations for Enoch's aunt and grandmoth­ er sealed the deal. But what made their dream come true was a full-scale, luxury renova­ tion of the lower level, includ­ ing Saniflo system installations for all their plumbing needs. Enoch's aunt and grand­ mother "have their own en­ trance, kitchen, and laundry room - even a fireplace," Enoch says of the comfortable and well-appointed sub-level "home" designed for his rela­ tives. The ambitious renova­ tion project also included two master suites with toilet, sink and bath/shower installations. A former pipe-fitter plumber and now a home inspector, Enoch says their luxury base­ ment transformation was an ideal improvement for the home. Dramatic cost-savings "Initially, we had a plumb­ ing contractor come out and quote us a price to rough in conventional, below-floor drain lines for the bathrooms," Enoch says. "Going with Sani­ flo instead probably saved us $10 grand." ON THE MOVE FOR VOU PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE Saturday, November 3rd 10am - 4pm 289 Indian Lake Drive, West Jefferson Come by and take a look at 2 quality constructed homes with open floor Plans, cathedral tongue and groove ceilings, custom cabinetry, and much more! Directions: 221 South to Indian Lake Drive on the left. Homes will be on the left. Contact: Ellen Phipps 336-977-1229 Main Street s Discount A MHV •Toile Curtains ittM •Jabot Sets • Pillows • Bath & Bedroom Accessories • Rocking Chair Cushions A • Hand Made Quilts & Shams to match mm w •Tablecloths • Large Variety of Curtains •Towels • Bedding • Bedspreads • Comforters 9375 NC Hwy 194 N., Lansing, NC 336-384-3945 OPEN MON. - SAT. 8:30 AM -7:30 PM and © Century 21 Real Estate Corporation Equal Housing Opportunity A mm J154567. HOME IN TROUT J154586. HOUSE ATTHE FARM AT New log home with long range views, well situated to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Boone, Jefferson and Wilkesboro. Features a full finished basement with room for expansion. New con­ struction. Expected completion date late Fall of 2007. $369,000. STREAM ACRES. A mm A Jj8? Buy Your Home Today with 100% Financing & Absolutely No PMI Mt. Jefferson Mortgage 126 Roby Poe Road (336) 982-6020 • Specializing in 100% loans with government guarantees. • Loans are available for the purchase of either new or existing homes. > Fixed Interest Rates. »100% of the home value can be borrowed. Even closing costs can be included in the loan if the home value permits. 1 Other loan types are also available. If you are in the process of buying a home or just thinking about purchasing a home and want additional information contact Mt. Jefferson Mortgage at 982-6020. * Great getaway cottage. Nestled within the trees for that much needed solitude. This little cottage is ready to be moved right into. Sit out on the deck and enjoy the rustling creek be'ow.You won't be disappointed. $184,900. THE BLUE RIDGE PARKWAY. J154247. RIVER FRONT HOME-Bring your canoe & fishing pole a river lover's dream come true.This gigantic traditional style home offers over650 ft of the North Fork New River frontage plus a roaring creek in front of the home. Home includes 12 plus acres lor your privacy and endless enjoyment Exquisite home features huge kitchen, screened in rear porch, along with 2 living areas. $750,000 J154810. NEW LOG CABIN INWEST J154916. HOME IN COUNTRY SIDE ACRES-West Jefferson-Gorgeous 3 BR/2 Bath contemporary home inthe Westwood School District Two miles to school or town. Home features stone fireplace in Living Room and Master Suite. Floor plan is open. Master Suite offers study area and enormous walk-in closet. Home also offers gorgeous landscaped lawn, base­ ment and two car garage. $479,000 Roomy cabin perched up on a hill, yet close to town.This cabin has so many unique features. Check out the pictures with all the details. Perfect get-away place and yet large enough to be a perfect rental/invest­ ment property. Must see to appreciate the detailed workmanship! $319,000 JEFFERSON- J154853. HOME ON MOUNTAIN AIRE GOLF COURSE - FatUous home on Mountain Aire Golf Course! This home has been almost completely renovated from top to bottom. Home features hanJwood floors & vaulted ceiling thnoughout the first floor. Kitchen has stainless appliances; master bath has radiant gas-heated floor & Jacuzzi comer tub Home has both gas & wood fireplaces & multiple decks for your outdoor enjoymentThis Land Listings: house isa rare gem! $359,000 J156317. 30.5 ACRES ON PERDY GROGAN ROAD - Breathtaking scenery is all around you when you are walking through this gorgeous property. Multiple springs, large rock outcroppings and rolling wooded land with easy access throughout are some of the features offered by this prime piece of property! $198,250 J156319. 0.95 ACRES ON RUSTIC ROAD - Rustic Acres view of New River - 2 adjoining lots totaling 0.95 acres. Property adjoins paved road. Would make excellent building site for Log Home. Completely wooded! $16,000 THIS IS ONLY A SMALL PORTION OF THE PROPERTIES WE OFFER FOR SALE. FOR COMPLETE LISTS, CALL OR COME BY OUR OFFICE IN WEST JEFFERSON TO SEE MORE OF OUR LISTINGS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT www.c21 heritagerealty.com �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2007 PAGE 5B LIGHTER STTIF SOUNDS TOUGH! Super Crossword ACROSS 1 Big — 4 "Stop, sailor!" 9 James of "Misery" 13 Swash­ buckling novelist 18 Grand — Opry 19 Actress Berger 20 Mournful music 21 "F Troop" corporal 22 Start of a remark by Milton Berte 24 Mid-size band 25 "Andrea —" 26 Costa — 27 "Family Feucf host 29 Division word 31 Aachen article 32 Basilica feature 34 Part 2 of remark 38 TVs "General —" 42 Like some sheep 43 Part of HOMES 44 Inclined 45 Senator Thurmond 97 Geological 140 Stocking 47 "Waking — phenome­ stutters? 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Clinton, e.g. plant 73 Obeys the 10 Performer dentist 121 The 11 Actor's 77 Part 3 of Addams actor? remark 12 Irritate Family" 13 Rigoletto, to uncle 78 '80s Joe Penny 125 Does Little Gilda series work 14 Actor Tognazzl 80 Crank's 128 Croc's kin 131 Chateau 15 — Gras comment 81 Skater valley 16 Sharon of Lipinski 133 End of Israel 17 Trap 82 Noun suffix remark 20 "Tiny 84 Sundown, to 135 Wear Bubbles" Shelley away 85 Actor Arkin 136 Computer singer key 23 Comics' 87 See "Andy —" 106 Across 137 "The Lady —" ('79 film) 28 He gives a 88 "Love Train" 138 Child welfare hoot group 30 "— the fields 91 Thick of org. we go .. things 139 Rock's Meisner 33 Slangy sib 95 Denizen 18 § 22 35 Ain't right? 36 Extensive 37 Toast start 38 Grapefruit serving 39 October birthstone 40 Curved lines 41 Forsaken 46 Ditch under a draw­ bridge 48 Object 50 Change for the better 51 Brawl 53 Sonja Henle's birthplace 55 Acts like an ass? 56 Spirits 58 Amritsar attire 59 Nonsense 60 Smidgen 62 Throw a party 67 Custom 69 Message board? 71 Goblet part 73 Lost luster 74 — apso 75 Gray or Moran 76 — Domingo 79 "What's — for me?" 80 Candy quantity 83 Spotted rodent 86 Belarusian city 89 Puppy protests 90 Withered 92 Downspout 93 Bank deposit? 94 Twelfth Night" role 96 Spanish surrealist 97 Equipment 98 Happened again 102 Heal a rift 104 Eat in the evening 107 Right — the bat 108 A hole near ttva crUo 110 Allude (to) 111 Dundee denial 113 Loud laugh 114 Bet 115 "Pal Joey" author 116 Boca—, FL 117 Maine town 122 Willowy 123 Baseball's Martinez 124 Spanish river 126 "I could — horse!" 127 Break suddenly 129 Eccentric 130 Curious George's creator 132 Musical syllables 134 Pitches 23 1 2 3 4 1 5 7 BY HENRY BOLT!NOFF Weekly SUD0KU by Linda Thistle 8 7 1 9 5 7 7 4 3 8 2 6 1 2 8 6 4 3 9 3 5 6 3 6 4 2 9 7 5 Place a number in the empty boxes in such a way that each row across, each column down and each small 9-box square contains ail of the numbers from one to nine. Find at least six differences in details between panels. DIFFICULTY THIS WEEK: * * * Moderate * * Challenging * * * HOO BOY! Visit www. jeffersonpost. com 6UISSIUJ 9jg S99j| jueisip 9UJ0S 9 je6uo| si qnp nog g 'sneqaseq aujoogq aAeq s||eq j|O0 'p paAOUi seq u6|s £ jed £ 6eg e seq 9|iSBQ |U9J9jj!p s! IBM s/°9 t :s90U9J9jjiQ Z 0 19 • 26 6 HOCUS-FOCUS Answers 27 )ue^c' on d Thursday, November 8, 2007 7:30 p.m. Ashe Civic Center J0MSUV nxoans Ai^m — Adults: $12 Students: $5 All Seats Reserved Tickets are available at the As he Arts Center in West Jefferson or L r -J order by phone "PH* (336) 846-ARTS This concert Is supportod with • Grassroots Projects Pool Grant from the North Carolina Arts Council, state agency, and Is sponsored by the Ashe Civic Center and the Ashe County Arts Council. Amber Waves I'M SO BUMMED THAT SUMMER IS OVER. WHAT DO WE DO NOW? bv Dave T. PhiDDS f I DON'T KNOW HOW ^ TO JUST SIT AROUND. . / ANY IDEAS ON WHAT TO DO? ^b>ctai V" usket TAcsi^ns, 3nc. invitee you to our /(o/iclaij Oft en ffCousc FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2ND SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 3RD HMTERS HELPING Sponsor by New River Volunteer Fire & Rescne Department The event will take place at the National Guard Armory Building Nov. 10th starting at 7:00pm EXQUISITE HOLIDAY DECORATIONS & DISTINCTIVE GIFTS MONDAY - FRIDAY IO:OO AM - 5:00 PM SATURDAY 10:00 AM • 4:00 PM J50 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson (approximately 1 mile from McDonald's) Tickets are $40 for a couple or $25 for a single. Contact any member to purchase a ticket. Sponsor tickets may also be purchase from any member! -168' For Questions, Please Call Leonard or Julia Houck at 336-982-3893 T n y a d Court Ordered LAND AUCTION 123.751 ACRES Offered whole or in 6 parcels: 18.845, 23.587, 20.569, 20.813,14.280 and 25.657 acres 3570 North NC Hwy. 16 667-0493 Millers Creek Step back in time and Experience the nostalgia of home ... a unique shopping experience! •Lavazza Gourmet Coffee •Mighty Leaf Gourmet Tea •Wind and Willow Mixes C^Grandfather Clocks^ 4198 Little Laurel Rd. • Crcston, North Carolina Date and Place of Sale THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2007 10:00 a.m. ASHE COUNTY COURTHOUSE (3rd Floor Lobby) Jefferson, North Carolina For more information call: 828-264-6422 Mailbox Covers Mi*ggie ^VVVUow Tree, ' Music By Little Rascals Bluegrass Band azz Christmas Item; n o. n iTT ^ aruen nags a ruie B. Purses NC Local Pottery bv Patrice '"ge Verlancbr amps Everything Dccovatcd For Christmas! �PAGE 6B FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy 100-General Services STRATFORD HEARING AID CENTER-SALES CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Service on most all makes. 502 Thurston Street Winston Salem, NC Phone:336-768-1177 Res.:336-468-8802 Bill Shugart Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm CLASSIFIED DEADLINES ATTENTION CNA I'S: PT and FT positions for Home Care in Ashe, Watauga and Avery County, premium Pav. Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. Charges Rates depend on size of'ad and number of runs. Please call Classified Dept. for information. Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 (We accept personal check, Visa or Master Card) • (336) 846-7165 e-mail: classified® jeffersonpost.com Web: www.jeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANKYOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER'S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise any preferences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, financial status .or national origin Includes children un­ der the age of 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising tor legal estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hore by informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-tree at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing impaired Is 1-800-927-9275. Fraser Fir Christmas Trees available in all sizes. Call for Pricing 336-877-7167 Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 Lawson Support Services 380-Trucks & 4x4s for Sale 7 day, 6 night Disney area stay. Two adult tickets. Paid $750, sacrifice $290. Good for one year. 336-205-0116. 100-General Services PIANO SERVICE Call for free estimate Larry Carmichael 336-372-4247 BIG RESULTS! Seven room farm house 1 bath, applian­ ces furnished. NO PETS! $650/mo, $650 deposit required. (336)384-3913. pruce Hill Apts Appli­ cations are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC "One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments •Handicapped accessible •Rent based on applicants income Section 8 assistance •DU M! 85 Willis Street Spar­ ta, NC or call 336-3726083. Need a new job? Look in The Jefferson Post Classifieds! PIT examiner needed. Must have excellent blood draw skills. Call 336-373-0446. PT Housekeeper for vacation rentals, as needed basis, must be dependable, punctual, detailed, organized, have relia­ ble transportation and good references. Start­ ing pay $8.00 hr. Deep Gap & Todd areas. Call 877-6529. 230-Farm & Garden Equip. & Supplies 2 Cable Baler's 4 yrs old, asking 3000.00 ea. 235-Christmas Trees Boundary of white pine tips located in MGrady NC, bottom of HWY 18 mountain. Planted 96' and 97'. On cut over site Aerial herb applica­ tion in 2001. Applica­ tion 100 acres. Call for more information (276) 579-7733. Make Money Fast with a Classified ad. Call us at 846-7164 Little Classifieds... 310-Musical Is currently seeking caring professionals to serve as a Case Man­ ager. M-F with excel­ lent benefits Apply at 80-Places to Go 846-7164 336-877-2330 For Sale: Mec600Jr. J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 Your Classified Ads The Jefferson Post GRUBB LOGGING Wants to buy large or small tracts of timber. ALSO: Land with or without timber. Call: Jim Grubb JEFFERSON POST CLASSIFIEDS. weekends part-time. To Call:(800)768apply 4650. ext.18425. 4 year old salt & pepn per Schnauzer' lost close to Dollar Mart and Jail in Jefferson Last seen wearing ai plaid collar and an swers to Bailey. The Children miss there dog dearly. Reward for safe return no ques­ tions asked. Call Vick e 620-3145. WANTED: 260-Garage/Yard Sales 1195-Legals 500-Mobile Homes for Sale ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A GOOD DEAL? Check out the ads in the Classified section. Check Out the voters; Jefferson, May­ or & 2 Alderman each for a 4 yr term, Lans­ ing, Mayor, & 2 Alder­ man each for a 4 year term & 1 Alderman for a 2 yr unexpired term and West Jefferson, Mayor, & 2 Alderman each for a 4 yr term. Jefferson Post for the latest deals on Mobile Homes by The registration books will close on Friday, October 12th, 2007 at 5:00 PM. There will be NO form of Absentee Voting in the November 2007 Municipal Elec­ tions. 2002 Dodge Dakota, Local Dealers 4x4, extra cab, V-8, Huge Yard Sale CD, AC, Cruise. Great I have 8 clearance Nov. 2nd. 3rd, 4th truck. $13,500. Call models that must go. Friday, Saturday, 336-384-1047. Save thousands, new Sunday Persons who are not Mileage and Health Ice credit programs, land Children & adult 1989 Chevrolet Scottscertain of their registra­ surance available after home packages, modudale 4x4 pick up 175 k 90 days. Call Tammy books, children toys, tion status or their pre­ lars, double wides and miles looks and runs cinct location should Jones at (800) 79042" lawn mower, 28"' single wides. Get your french door, 36" door, great $2000.00 firm. contact the County 7483 Toll Free. $100 new home for Christ­ Board of Elections in sign-on bonus 28" wooden door, adult 336-877-1997. mas. Call Big George clothing men and Jefferson. The office is available. 336-981-4194 or 336SHOPPING FOR A women, 2 tables 1 an­ open Monday through 902-6372. Please 4X4? tique, other household Early Intervention Spe­ Friday from 8 to 12 and leave message. Keep Checking the cialist needed to work items. 1 to 5. The phone Classified Ads. one on one with chil­ 4990 Idlewild Rd. RED HOT HOME number is 219- 2570. dren, birth-3yrs. old. Fleetwood SALE!!! First Come 430-Rooms, Experience working 1st red roof house on facilities First Sold. 8 New Registration Apts., Houses with young children left off of 221. Homes Must Go. Dou­ and polling places are with special needs is For Rent ble Wides, Singles accessible to the elder­ Yard Sale preferred- Ability to pro­ ly and handicapped. In Weather Permitting 1 bedroom/1bath home Wides, 2 Land Homes vide parent education the case of a voter not Sat. November 3rd in a quiet and private and Modular Homes. and knowledge of child being able to enter the Winter Clothing, neighborhood close to Call Freedom Homes development is a must. 336-973- polling place, they may exercise equipment, the parkway with a Wilkesboro Home Care offers ex­ vote curbside during great view. $500/month 2335. house hold items, cellent training and pay the hours that the polls utlities included. Pets jewelry, music for qualified applicants. are open.are not welcome and 530-Lots & and more. Please call Home Care $800 deposit is re- Acreage Jefferson Post The Ashe County Management for an ap­ ' quired. Call 336-982Parking Lot Board of Elections will plication at 1-888-878Do you have a lot 8615. YARD SALES meet on Monday No­ 5199 or fax your re­ or acreage for sale? Advertise your yard vember 5th at 5:00 sume to 828-264-0755. List it in the Jefferson AVAILABLE IMMEDI­ sale in this space. P.M. at the office, Suite Post Classifieds. ATELY: 2 bedroom, 2 If you are a dedicated, 2100 on the second Call 336-846-7164 bath on quiet street in responsible person 1 time $9.50 floor of the Courthouse, to place your ad. West Jefferson. No then Appalachian Brian 2 times — $15.00 in Jefferson. Canvass pets, No HUD funding. Estates is looking for will be on Tuesday, No­ Large modern kitchen 1195-Legals you. Our Dietary De­ Copy and payment vember 13th, 2007 at with dishwasher. Utility NORTH CAROLINA partment has openings 11:00 AM, in the office have to be in our room with W/D hook­ ASHE COUNTY for Full-time and Partin Jefferson. office by these ups. $475/mo. time workers. Must be deadlines: Lease/Deposit/referenGREGORY WAYNE able to work some Dated this the 21st day ces. Call 336-384- HEMRICK, JR weekends and some Tuesday Edition of September 2007 4734. Plaintiff week days. Only seri­ Friday by 9 am Ralph G Bare, ous applicants apply in Available to rent Febru­ VS. Chairman Ashe County Friday Edition JANE person at 163 Shadowary 10-17, 2008. For MARY Board of Elections Wednesday by 9 am line Dr. Boone NC. Daytona week. St. Au­ HEMRICK gustine Beach Resort Defendant. EOE STATE OF NORTH Two inch space for town house. 2 bed­ CAROLINA COUNTY the above costs. In-Store FILE NO. 07-CVD-352 room, sleeps 6, with OF WILKES Demonstrators fully equipt kitchen. 51 FILM NO. 280-Household miles or 1 hour to inter­ IN THE GENERAL Sunflower Sales, Pros, Goods GENERAL national speedway in IN THE COURT OF JUSTICE a national staffing COURT OF JUSTICE Brand new dining room Daytona Beach. $1200 DISTRICT COURT DI­ agency, is looking for tables by Bob Timber- or will sell floating time DISTRICT COURT VISION 0_CVD individuals to execute DIVISION lake and Southern share week for $9,900. File No: 7CV01250 in-store demonstrations Living $5Q0/ea. 336-877-8842. in the West Jefferson 336-982-4027. NOTICE OF area. Must be able to FOR QUICK PROCESS BY RESULTS! engage shoppers to 300PUBLICATION PUBLICATION Need to advertise a demonstrate products, Miscellaneous place for rent? List it promote brands and JANE TO: MARY Brian Keith Benge in our'lor rent" distribute samples and BUYING OR HEMRICK Plaintiff, sections. brochures, Excellent SELLING? Call us at position for those who BANK ON THE TAKE NOTICE that a vs. 336-846-7164 want to work mostly pleading seeking relief 40-Lost & Found JL 350-Wanted to Buy Or Swap Field of Fraser Fir Christmas Trees, Approximately 2,850, never cut out of, 7-10 ft, mostly 8-9 ft. Will cut and bale Call 828-964-6554 140-Help Wanted Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Telephone: (336)846-7164 235-Christmas Trees Grands - Consoles new & rebuilt - We lease, buy, move, tune, refinish & rebuild pianos Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 330-Pets Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information available Free Wimermarier puppies. All shots cur­ rent. 982-3670. Two cheerful beautiful parakeets, large bird cage, books, toys, food. Retail $150, sale price $75. 336-8774890 or 336-977-6371. For more information, Call 336-246-9163 TDD# 1-800-735-2962 Jefferson: lovely home on .6 + acres, quiet neighborhood with great mountain views. Close to town. Three bedrooms, three baths. Stone fireplace with gas logs, oil burner plus Johnson wood fur­ nace. Finished lower level. Three garages. Large deck. Many ex­ tras. Motivated seller. $260,000. (336)8462296. Find everything you need to rent, buy, sell, add on or furnish a home in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. POST TAKE NOTICE THAT a pleading seeking re­ lief against you has been filed in the aboveentitled action. The na­ ture of the relief being sought is as follows: an Absolute Divorce. YOU ARE REQUIRED to make defense to such pleading not later than the 26th day of November, 2007, said date being forty (40) days from the date of the first publication of this notice. Upon your This is the 16 day of failure to do so, the October, 2007. party seeking relief AND against you will apply JOHNSTON to the court for the re­ JOHNSTON lief sought. By: John C. Johnston ATTORNEYS FOR PETITIONERS THIS the 16th day of October. 2007. Office Jeffersdn, North Caroli­ srsdn, na 28640 Telephone (336) 246-3311 NOTICE OF GENERAL ELECTION; NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Municipal Elections will be held in Ashe County in the towns of Jefferson, Lansing and West Jef­ ferson on Tuesday, No­ vember 6th, 2007. The polls will be open at 6:30 A.M. and will close at 7:30 P.M. The following offices will be submitted to the is now taking applications from enthusiastic, customer service oriented individuals for fulltime seasonal employment for the upcoming ski season beginning November 16th. Applications are being accepted for the following areas: 846-7164 Holiday Decor Ornaments • Wreaths • Swags Arrangements • Oil Paintings Furniture Very Best in Lamps & Accesories Open Weekdays 9:30 - 5:00 • Saturday 9:30 - 2:00J 336-973-3005 You are required to make defense to such pleading not later than November 27, 2007, and upon your failure to do so, the party seeking service against you will apply to the Court for the relief sought. To: Tiffany Benge, De­ fendant Appalachian Ski Mtn. The Jefferson Hwv 421 W.Wilkesboro (next to McLean Floor Covering) Plaintiff is seeking a di­ vorce from the Defend­ ant based on one year's continuous sep­ aration. Tiffany Benge Defendant. 490-Houses / Apts. for Sale Moving or Improving? Diversified Interiors & Accessories, Inc. against you has been filed in the above enti­ tled special proceed­ ings. The nature of the relief sought is as fol­ lows: I Snowmaking Reservations Nursery Office Security Ski Shop Equipment Rentals Restaurant Ice Skating Lift Operations Gift Shop Terrain Park Ticket Cashiers Apply in person at the Main Office on the lower level of the lodge 9am-4pm, Monday-Friday The onset of e y e disease may not b e a s visible a s the a p p e a r a n c e of new wrinkles. An eye doctor c a n spot the early warning signs of vision problems like glaucoma a n d macular degeneration, as well as other serious health conditions such as diabetes a n d h y p e r t e n s i o n . Early d e t e c t i o n is k e y . For m e n a n d w o m e n o v e r 40. it m i g h t b e w i s e t o look into your e y e s . For m o r e information, visit checkyearly.com. A public service message from Vision Council of America a n d AARP. -AARP The powerto make It baiter: Check Yearly. See Clearly.® www.checkyoarly.com Wc would like to publicly take this opportunity to express our appreciation to all the entities who cam to our aid during the difficulties arising from the sudden and untimely death our family member and more particularly, our father, Donald Wayne Miller. One never knows immediately when face with confu­ sion and uncertainty mixed with sadness, where to turn for the help made nccessaiy by the loss of a loved one. It is comfort­ ing to discover that, indeed, "no man is an island" but a part of the whole, and from that whole we found the compassionate assistance to "bear up." Firstly, we want to that Boone Family Funeral Home for their encompassing efforts to take care of the plans for the funeral and interment as well as the unending Quiet words of encour­ agement and comfort given the family. Also, our situation was eased considerably by the Reverend |ohn Crawford, hose continued presence and choice of words at the funeral service served as empathy not only from a pastor, but that as a family member also. Secondly, for all those people of who we asked support, we express continuing gratitude. They include: the pallbear­ ers, Clay Camp. Clyde Ledford, lack Morton, Mike Pate, Rick Mabe, and Daniel McGuire for their eracious consent to assist; Kena Sloop and Alice Collins of Petal Pusher Designs for their efforts in providing beautiful and unique arrangements for the family; and Memoiy and Hazel Burgess for their lovely rendi­ tion, ant the funeral, of "I'll Fly Away," known by his family as Donald's favorite. Thirdly, for the solemnity of atmosphere provided by the military at interment, we want to thank all hose groups who came: Colonel |ohn Marsh and the |ROTC honor ggard from Ashe County High School; the combined group of Veterans of Foreign Wars, Disabled American Veterans, and the American Legion; and theyoung man and young woman, both soldiers of the I8th Airborne Corps from Ft. Bragg, who provided the ceremonial commemoration of Donald's service to his countiy by the presentation of the American flag to his family. Lastly, we will always remember all those folks, family, friends, neighbors, an'd acquaintances, for the expression of their sympathy during our period of mourning, and a special thanks eoes to the Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church farnilv family. Devron Slade Miller Darren Wayne Miller �FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2007 JEFFERSON POST PAGE 7B COMMUNITY NEWS Protect yourself from unfair home loans by Attorney General Cooper Special to the Post Roy In 1999, North Carolina became the first state in the nation to pass a comprehen­ sive law to protect consum­ ers from unfair home loans. Since North Carolina passed its law, at least a dozen oth­ er states have followed us with their own anti-preda­ tory lending laws. This year, we worked with state legis­ lators to pass new laws that will even better protect ho­ meowners from unfair loans and also help fight the recent rise in foreclosures. And just this week, Congress intro­ duced national anti-preda­ tory lending legislation that is based on North Carolina's law. So how do North Caroli­ na's laws protect you? The law bans so-called loan flip­ ping, which can happen wheiT a lender refinances your loan with a new loan to generate fees, not to benefit you. The law keeps lenders from "packing" overpriced credit insurance into your loan. Prepayment penalties, fees charged to consumers for paying off loans ahead of schedule, are also restrict­ ed. Thanks to new laws, my office, the Commissioner of Banks, the Real Estate Com­ mission and local District Attorneys will now have more power to investigate mortgage fraud. North Car­ olinians who are the victim of predatory mortgage loans can seek justice in local courts instead of having to go to court in another state. And consumers who face los­ ing their home to foreclosure will now get more informa­ tion about their rights. There are new protec­ tions for certain borrowers such as requiring lenders to verify that you'll be able to repay a loan, even if the in­ terest rate goes up. The law bans mortgage brokers from unfair, misleading, or decep­ tive advertising for mort­ gage loans. Mortgage bro­ kers who are arranging an adjustable rate loan, where the interest rate can go up over time, also have to tell you how much you'd pay for a fixed rate loan, where the interest rate is locked in. But even with North Car­ olina's tough laws, it's still smart to educate yourself before you take out a home loan. My office got almost 2,000 complaints from con­ sumers about loans and credit last year alone. Con­ sumers' complaints often involve problems with loan payments, adjustable rates, penalties and fees. Follow these tips if you're in the market for a home loan: Shop around for the best loan. Loans are available from several types of lenders - commercial banks, mort­ gage companies, savings and loans and credit unions, among others. Different lenders may quote you dif­ ferent prices, so checking with several lenders is the best way to find the right loan at a fair price. Compare loan costs. Ask different lenders for infor­ mation about the same loan amount, loan term and type of loan. Also, be sure to re­ view the list of closing costs and fees. Keep in mind that a loan with a low interest rate but high fees and points may cost'you more than a loan with a higher interest rate and lower fees. " [a- LAWK CARS B OB'S T REE SERVICE Lawn Care, Inc. • Foundations • Drainage/Erosion Control • Land Clearing • Road Construction • Water Gardens & Landscaping • Tree Trimming •Tree Removal • Dump Truck • Chipper • Clearing Lots • Cutting Views • FREE ESTIMATES "Since 1989" Thomas Reed - Owner 336-246-3434 Wesley Calhoun 977-9040 • 846-4688 • 977-4882 f Serving the High Country "Fully Insured" Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and part time residents of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. CLEARING & GRADING 445 Wade Vannoy • •• TREE SERVICE ) Northwest CALHOUN WX Bob Cox Dr. • West Jefferson, NC/ mean you should take it. And don't rely on promises that you can refinance to a lower rate and lower pay­ ments after a year or two. Read the entire loan appli­ cation carefully before sign­ ing. Don't sign a loan form with blank spaces. Make sure that you've received, read and understood all re­ quired disclosure documents before you close. At closing, make sure the loan terms haven't changed and that there aren't any additional fees you weren't expecting. Attorney General Roy Coo­ per and his staff are on the lookout for scams that seek to rob unsuspecting North Carolinians. We are here to be of service when you need us at 1-877-5-NO-SCAM, but through consumer education efforts like these columns we hope to help consumers avoid problems from the start. Look at the annual per­ centage rate (APR). The APR is one of the most important things to compare when shopping for a loan. Gener­ ally, the lower the APR, the lower the cost of your loan. Understand adjustable rates. If you are offered an adjustable rate mortgage loan (ARM), be sure you un­ derstand how the rate will change over time and how much your payments may increase. Some ARMs are set up to increase in rate even if market rates are de­ clining. Don't borrow more than you can reasonably pay back. Make sure you can afford the payments on the loan and have enough in re­ serve to cover emergencies and unforeseen expenses. Just because a lender tells you that you qualify for a higher loan amount doesn't 780 Anderson Hill Rd.» Lansing, NC \Cclh 977-2978 Home: 384-4978 # W GRAB1KG |v Boone Grading Co., Inc. No Job Too Small or Too Large! 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Just in time for autum see how many related words you can find and circle throughout the puzzle below. APPLES AUTUMN BOOTS CORN Q A U T U M N C B K R CRISP FALL FOLIAGE LEAVES T W W C I N S E R H A I K E E s C O R N D X I T I N A A K O H S E T D C U N A F V N U L K T U L O Q T A O N D S X o Y P S A E P F L G I T R T P X RAKE SWEATER THANKSGIVING WIND L R A S I I N A P V A U B L W V I O A H K U C P L B Q N I D A H A Q R D W C G I T E F C N P W c HISTORY • 1895: GEORGE 5. SELDEN RECEIVED THE FIRST PATENT FOR AN AUTOMOBILE. G S T O O B V Y X • 1955: PARKER BROTHERS RELEASES THE BOARD GAME MONOPOLY. • 1994: AT 45, GEORGE FORMAN BECAME THE OLDEST HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION. J X X new Autumn Scramble Unscramble the letters below and uncover some facts about autumn. TREES THAT LOSE THEIR word 1. If it's autumn in North America then it is CJ R P N S I in South Africa. 2. All N R C O F I E trees are not evergreen. 3. Halloween and G N I V I G N S K A H T are autumn holidays. LEAVES ARE SAID TO SE .. I when day and night are the same amount of time 4 - U M M S are popular autumn plants. GfiOf\Q\03Q :AAMSNV suinjAi -p SuiAiSsyuviii '£ adfiuo^) 'Z Sutudg '.SAdMSUy How they ld S A Y it in... N°W, •C APPLE English: "Vou ^ Spanish: MANZANA Italian: MELA French: POMME German: GOURDS ARE LARGE, FLESHY FRUITS WITH A VERY HARD RIND. MOST ARE INEDI8LE AND ARE USED AS CONTAIN­ ERS, DECORATIONS OR MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS. APFEL PARKER TIE COMPANY Vannoy & Sons 19 South Third St. Construction Co. West Jefferson. NC 336-246-2611 Intersection of US 221 & NC 163 *1620 NC 163-E West Jefferson. 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Steve Goss Special to the Post While I normally send you updates on legislation of interest in the General As­ sembly, I want to reach out to you today for another reason. I am sharing my concern for how our district, state and lo­ cal communities address our long term needs for water. The drought we're experienc­ ing is the worst in our state's history and the recent wel­ come rain does not relieve the crisis we face. I know we are all concerned and are doing whatever we can. Governor Easley has re­ cently noted, "I want every­ one in this together. This has to be solved not just at the statehouse but in everyone's home, everyone's shower and everyone's kitchen - one turn of the faucet at a time." The Governor's comments sug­ gest that we may be at the point where the question isn't only when is it going to rain, but whether North Carolina and local governments have plans in place to ensure there is enough water for everyone now and in the future. Regardless of the shortterm or long-term measures taken by the state or local communities, the main re­ sponsibility for saving wa­ ter lies with each individual household. With this thought in mind and thinking of ac­ tions we may take in the short term, I am sharing a list of the top ten steps we can take at home to conserve water com­ piled by the North Carolina Division of Pollution Preven­ tion and Environmental As­ sistance. I thought you might find these tips helpful: 1. Follow your local water use restrictions. The most important tiling you can do during times of drought is to follow your local water municipality's current water restrictions. .You can even get ahead of the curve and begin to conserve before restrictions are needed. You can check your commu- Sen. Steve Goss nity's water restrictions here: http://www.ncwater.org/ Drought_Monitoring/reporting/displaystate.php 2. Refit your plumbing. De­ termine the water output of your plumbing (faucets, show­ ers, etc.) and either replace fixtures with newer, low flow models or install water-saving devices. Some cities, counties, or utilities may even offer re­ bates for replacing older fix­ tures. Place a water-filled bottle in your toilet tank to reduce the amount of water needed to fill it. Using low-flow de­ vices at the tap can reduce consumption as much as 50 percent. Replace older toilets that use from 3.5 to 7 gallons per flush with new ultra lowflush toilets that use only 1.6 gallons per flush. Installing a 0.5 gallon-per-minute fau­ cet aerator will reduce the amount of water used by 77 percent compared to tradi­ tional 2.2 gallon-per-minute faucets. 3. Check for leaks and re­ pair them. Leaks account for a significant portion of water used nationwide. In a typical home, leaks amount to about 15 percent of all household in­ door water use. Check tub and sink faucets for drips and replace washers and "O-rings" as necessary. Put food coloring in your toilet tank and watch if the coloring shows up in the toilet bowl before flushing. If so, replace the leaking flap. Turn off all water to your home and look at the readout dial on your water meter. If the dial moves, you have a leak. Check pipes coming into the house for leaks and have them repaired immediately. Don't forget to check outside faucets and garden hoses. One undetected leak can waste 500 gallons of water per month. 4. Use indoor water wise­ ly. Approximately half of all indoor water is used in the bathroom. The primary uses of water in the bathroom are flushing toilets and shower­ ing or bathing. Turn off water while lathering, shampooing, shaving and brushing your teeth. Reducing showering time to five minutes can save an average of 20 to 40 gallons of water. 5. Know your plumbing. Take time to locate your main water shut-off valve and the water meter in your yard. Knowing where the main shut-off is can potentially pre­ vent the loss of thousands of gallons of water. 6. Use dry cleanup. Dry clean up methods can be used to reduce both indoor and out­ door water use. Not only do they conserve water, dry clean up methods also protect the environment by reducing the amount of pollutants that run down the drain and enter our waterways. Instead of hosing off your driveway and patio, use a broom to sweep away debris. Using dry cleanup methods not only saves lots of water, but also prevents oils and debris from entering pub­ lic waterways. 7. Take advantage of free water. Collect the water you would otherwise allow to run down the drain, soak into the ground or evaporate for fu­ ture use. Catch rainwater from your gutters and use it to water your flowers and vegetables. Check if your city or county sells rain barrels at a reduced cost. Collect water from the bath/shower while waiting for it to heat up; use for watering plants. Catch water from air conditioners and heat pumps. You can collect 100 gallons of water or more during the sum­ mer by collecting the water produced by one heat pump. 8. Use appliances wisely. Maximize your- use of wa­ ter consuming appliances. Choose high efficiency appli­ ances, such as Energy Star rated clothes or dishwashers, when replacements are need­ ed. Run washing machines and dishwashers only with full loads to maximize effi­ ciency. Install water-saving dishwashers, front-loading washing machines and other appliances that help save wa­ ter. Water-saving dishwashers use about 4 gallons of water, about one-third of the water needed by a standard dish­ washer. Some water-conserv­ ing clothes washers use about 30 gallons of water for a 19pound load, about the same that standard washers use for an eight-pound load. 9. Use a commercial car- Breakfast with the principal Breakfast with the Principal was recently held at Ashe County Middle School for the students who were the top readers in September. Breakfast with the Principal is sponsored by McDonald's of West Jefferson. Pictured are: (front row) Jordan Spell, Andrew Lopp, Anna Wooten, Skylar Janetta; (second) Laken Brooks, Colin Gerych, Will Church, Max Alff; (third row) Braxton Treadway, Jo­ seph Pennington, Michael wash that recycles water. Many commercial carwashes recycle their wash water. By reclaiming and filtering the water used, commercial carwashes significantly reduce the amount of water required to clean each vehicle (between 8 and 32 gallons per vehicle according to the International Carwash Association). Hos­ ing your car off in the drive­ way can waste a significant amount of water. On the av­ erage, a "green" carwash can save from 23 to 42 gallons of water per wash because the water is filtered and used again. 10. Avoid using sink dis­ posals for food scraps. Com­ posting food scraps is much more economical than using a garbage disposal. In addi­ tion to conserving water, you can create rich compost mate­ rial to help your garden retain — • Please contact me at (828) 265-2943 or email spgoss@ bellsouth.net. Also visit our developing web site at SenatorSteveGoss.com. — 1-p? Osborne, Andy Farmer (fourth row) Jake Harrington, Lucas Zeller, Ryan Simms, Leah Hodgson, Ryne Simmons, Patrick Williams, and Katelynn Miller (fifth row) Mr. Bobby Ashley, principal. Not pictured: Glenn Bailey, Mason Harris, and Sar­ ah Green Ashe County Humane Society Pets for Adoption MAKE YOUR PET FAMOUS! f The Jefferson Post 2008 Calendar will feature Ashe County's Cutest and MOST OUTRAGES Pet's. All pictures need to be sent in by Nov 9th. You can mail to Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, W e s t J e f f e r s o n , drop photo o f f or email to editorial@jeffersonpost. com. NO CHARGE! For the Photos Editorial Staff will choose the 12 best photos and they will be the Jefferson Post 2008 Calendar. soil moisture too. Garbage disposals use several gallons of water needlessly during op­ eration, plus they can add 50 percent to the volume of solids in your septic tank. Disposals can use around 11 gallons of water per minute. Even with rainfall in the forecast, it will take us months to catch up. Together, we can all do our part to con­ serve water. I hope that you find these suggestions as use­ ful as I have. As always, please don't hesitate to let me know your thoughts on any issue you feel is important. Thank you for the opportunity to serve you in the Senate. Buffy and Skitty are the best of buddies. They are 4 mos old and have been fostered by a wonderful mom who had to return to FL. They are so play­ ful and sweet - Please give these wonderful kitties a lov­ ing home. Casey and Punkin will entertain you as long as you let them. They are the absolute cutest of tuxedo kittens. Spaying will be covered by the Humane Society. Tinker is a Maine Coone mix who was found at a dumpster with her litter of kittens. A good Samaritan saved her and brought her back to health. However, they have other animals and must find Tinker a permanent home. Won't you give her a second chance? 336-982-4297 Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located directly in front of the Armoiy on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@slybest.com Adopt a new best friend! T fc \ . i | - Male DLH that is Female DSH that is Female DSH that is around 1 year old. around 1 year old. around 3 months old.She was found on Fred Pugh Rd. ' To contact Ashe Animal Control, call (336) 9824060, or visit them at 767 Fred Pugh Road, Crumpler. Their normal business hours are from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday. �PAGE 10B FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Beaver Creek High School Class of '57 marks 50 years The Beaver Creek High School Class of 1957 celebrated their 50th reunion on the weekend of Aug. 31-Sept. 2. The highlight of the weekend was a Saturday evening dinner at Jefferson Station, catered by Michael's restaurant.The theme was "An Evening in Paris."The room decor in school colors of green and white, patterned after the 1956 banquet, was breathtaking. It featured French menus, bistro tables for eight, mannequins in a green and white football jersey, a cheerleader uniform and a '50s prom gown under a French boutique awning, complete with a lighted EiffelTower. On Sept. 1, at the reunion banquet, Lynn Moretz, class president, presided as master of ceremonies. Peggy Taylor presented a touching tribute to beloved teacher Elizabeth Barlow. John Ouvall delighted the audience with stories and memories of the class's days at Beaver Creek. Helen Miller Rose, Sara McLaurin Bacon, Nancy Parker Edwards and Becky Pugh Burgess performed a modified rendition of the "Class of '57" song. A memorial vignette featured a picture of deceased classmates, and a white rose honored each. A special video of classmates played as the group gathered and enjoyed hors do'euvres prior to the meal. Following the program, the group enjoyed music of the '50s by D.J. Glenn Sullivan. Some classmates traveled long distances to attend. Joan Hardin-Gray came from Kennewick, Wash.; Allene Grogan Ross, from Port Charlotte, Fla.; and Jimmy Vannoy, from the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania. Each class member received a souvenir program, class directory and a miniature diploma and tassel. The weekend began with a gathering at the home of Becky and Wayne Burgess, Friday night, where the group enjoyed posing in and around the '57 Ford convertible, which belongs to the husband of a class member. On Sunday morning, a large group met for break­ fast at Shatley Springs to conclude the celebration. The class wishes to thank the reunion committee, especially Nancy Edwards, who dedicated many hours in planning and preparation to make this a successful, memorable weekend. Pat Severt Goss, Nell Duvall Bare, Melba Baldwin Jones, Cara Dollar Gentry, Jewel Bledsoe Woodie, Roy Church, Sara Bacon, Nancy Edwards, Suzy Gentry Lewis and Becky Burgess made up the committee. Pictured above are: (front row, l-r): Carrol Phillips, Wilson Barr, Jim Vannoy, Jim Gentry, John Edwards, Mary Lou Brooks, Diane Goss, Shelby Watson, Joan H. Gray, Nell Raye Bare, Bill Proffit, Robert Burgess, Marion Miller, Pat Blair, Suzy Lewis, Dudley Hartzog, Jewell Woodie, Gary Owens and Jack Hardin. 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Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 88 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context JP_2007_1102 Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C., November 2, 2007] Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived <a title="Jefferson Post" href="http://www.jeffersonpost.com" target="_blank">Jefferson Post [West Jefferson, N.C.]</a> Language A language of the resource English Type The nature or genre of the resource Text Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Newspapers Is Part Of A related resource in which the described resource is physically or logically included. <a title="Jefferson Post" href=" https://omeka.library.appstate.edu/collections/show/47" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Jefferson Post</a> Coverage The spatial or temporal topic of the resource, the spatial applicability of the resource, or the jurisdiction under which the resource is relevant West Jefferson (N.C.) Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 26 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-11-2 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/879c805951fc310d7e95d202d1c6e647.pdf 57a4614ec1c600d9a5b847e46c5373e7 PDF Text Text • Hole-in-one earns golfer a truck Tuesday page 6 November 6, 2007 • JV football wraps up season 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com page 6 • Titans finish season 8-0 Volume 82, Issue 89 page 6 SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Children's Christmas Project underway by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor If you happened to wander into local stores this weekend, you would have noticed that 'tis the season to start think­ ing about Christmas. And some of the brightest lights at Christmas are those that shine in the eyes of children when they receive a gift. There are many children in Ashe County whose Christ­ mas wouldn't be bright with­ out the generous support of people who participate in the annual Children's Christmas Project. This year's project has begun and names of children are available to be chosen by an anonymous "Santa's help­ er." You can fulfill this role by choosing a name and provid­ ing gifts to be distributed by organizers of the Christmas project. This year will be similar to last year with several agen­ cies, schools and churches working together to provide gifts to children who might not otherwise have gifts due to family hardship. Agencies with the appropriate expertise are responsible for the screen­ ing of families to ensure eligi­ bility. Last year, this group of organizers took over opera­ tion of the Christmas project that was begun over 20 years ago by an interagency group led by Cooperative Extension and 4-H. They were able to serve 230 children last year, and this year have expanded to include 426 names. David Blackburn, direc­ tor of missions with the Ashe Baptist Association, said the project serves children ages birth to 18. A card is provided to sponsors with a child's first name, gender, age, sizes and gift preferences along with guidelines on participation. The organizers hope to have all the names distributed by Thanksgiving. New gifts should be dropped off at Family Central the week of Dec. 3-7 between 9:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. You can wrap the gifts before bring­ ing them to Family Central as long as certain guidelines are followed, or the gifts will be wrapped by volunteers prior to the gift distribution date. Books are also wanted. New age appropriate books can be brought to the county library, Partnership for Children at Family Central, McDonald's, and the Ashe Baptist Associa­ te Project, page 5 Post photo by Michael Graybeal Nick May went up in the air to catch this pass from Wain during the Huskies' 44-20 victory last Friday. Huskies clinch title by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor In just two years at Ashe County High School, Head Football Coach Bill Strong has managed to earn two championship banners in the Mountain Valley Athletic Conference. In his first year with the Huskies in the 2006 season, Coach Strong led his team to record of 9-2 on the seasoli and. a 5-1 confer­ ence total on the way to being named Conference Co-Champions with the Surry Central Golden Eagles. This j'ear, the Post photo by Linda Burc, >tte Huskies have tallied a record Veterans will be saluted on Monday, Nov. 12 at 11 a.m. at the Veteran's Memorial at A he Of 7-3 on the season, and an identical conference/from last County Courthouse in Jefferson. The event is led by the Ashe County JROTC in conjunction with local veterans' groups. year of 5-1 to earn o portion of the conference championship for the second year in a row. The Huskies are tied with Wilkes Central (8-2 season, 5by Linda Burchette the winner of a special hand­ construct in his spare time. 1 conference) for first place in Assistant Editor crafted violin made by local Wine said that the distance of the MVAC after Wilkes Cen­ It doesn't happen often that resident Charles Wine, will the strings is deliberately not tral defeated Forbush (1-10 Veteran's Day is celebrated be announced. Proceeds from set up and the violin has not season, 1-5 conference) 56-8 on a day other than Nov. 11, a raffle of the violin go to the been notched because violin­ Friday evening, and are both but because Veteran's Day Ashe County Armed Forces ists have different size hands named Conference Co-Cham­ falls on a Sunday this year, Tribute, an annual program and like their own setup. He pions. The Huskies sealed and the 11 a.m. time would by the Jeffersons Rotary Club will do the setup and attach their share of the title Friday conflict with local church ser­ to honor the men and women a label for the winner of the evening with a commanding 44-20 victory over the Surry vices, a ceremony to honor currently serving in the mili­ raffle. veterans will take place on tary and all those who have With the violin is a silver- Central Golden Eagles (1-10 Monday, Nov. 12 at 11 a.m. served. mounted bow circa 1890-1910 season, 1-5 conference). "I am tickled to death for at the Veteran's Memorial on A resident of the Ashe plus some rosin, the case and the kids, they have played the campus of Ashe County Lake community, Wine builds strap. Courthouse in Jefferson. violins, but also repairs other Tickets for the raffle are $2 hard all year," said Coach The ceremony will be led stringed instruments. He is each or three for $5. You can Strong following the victory. The Huskies forced a tie by Lieutenant Colonel (Re­ planning to open a shop, the find tickets at the Ashe Coun­ tired) John Marsh and the Alice Music Company, to re­ ty Chamber of Commerce and atop the leader boards in the Ashe County High School pair instruments people want Bluemoon Guitars and Music MVAC last Monday when JROTC in conjunction with to sell. He will buy the instru­ in West Jefferson, at Scott they upset the conference local veteran's organizations. ment, repair it, and resell it. Harris Guitar Repair in Jef­ leading Eagles from Wilkes The ceremony includes an ad­ The violin Wine has donat­ ferson, contact any member of Central 39-28 to place each dress by LTC Marsh and plac­ ed to the Ashe County Armed the Jeffersons Rotary Club or team with one loss in confer­ ing of a wreath at the memo­ Forces Tribute fundraiser is local veteran's organizations, ence. The Huskies followed rial. the sixth one he's made. It or call 977-1427. Donations the electrifying triumph over Following the ceremony, took him a couple of years to See Veterans, page 5 the Eagles with a solid 44- Veterans to be honored Nov. 12 20 victory Friday evening. The Huskies had an evenly distributed offense, which gained a commanding total of 257 yards in the game (141 rushing, 116 passing) and scored with six touchdowns and one forced safety. David Grubb, for the second game in a row, led with three rushing touchdowns in the first half on a 73-yarcl night on 18 car­ ries. Daniel Wain continued his impressive play out of the backfield with 116-passing yards, tallying two touch­ downs on twelve completions out of twenty attempts. Wain connected with Ethan Gray­ beal and Nick May for the two passing touchdowns for the Huskies. Defensively, the Huskies held the Golden Eagles to only 172-yards for the game (80 rushing, 92 passing), only eight first downs, earned two sacks, scored a defen­ sive touchdown and a defen­ sive safety also during the dominant performance. Ryan Shepherd, Dylan Brown, and Ryan Moser continue to be a threat to the Huskies' oppo­ nents with powerful defensive play. Between the three, they recorded fourteen tackles, and eighteen assists in the game with Shepherd leading with 5.5 tackles (Brown added 4.5 tackles, Moser four tackles). Greyson Wells had a out­ standing defensive play with a 50-yard fumble recovery for a defensive touchdown for Ashe. The Huskies' defensive unit also recorded two more points with a defensive safe­ ty in the third quarter when stout defensive pressure sent the Golden Eagles' quarter­ back out of bounds in his own endzone for two points for the Huskies. The first points of the game came on a Huskies drive in the first quarter. Following short possessions by both teams, the Huskies offense took over and moved the ball down field with key pass plays to Bran­ don Rinehart, and then two carries by David Grubb set up a one-yard touchdown pass from Daniel Wain to Ethan Graybeal in the back of the endzone for the first points of the game. Dakota Price's ex­ tra-point gave Ashe an early 7-0 lead. Central retaliated fast and gave foresight of what appeared to be a good game when they returned Ashe's kickoff to the Huskies' 43yard line to give themselves a short Geld. On the first play of the drive, Central's Brett Boyles gained twentyfour yards on a run to set up a nineteen-yard touchdown pass from Boyles to Rocky Hall, and with a successful extra-point, Central tied the score at 7-7. On Ashe's next posses­ sion, the offensive unit for the Huskies had difficulty as Central's defense was pumped up from their im­ pressive offensive drive. The Huskies had a three-play and punt series giving the Eagles possession on their own six­ teen-yard line. The Huskies' defense was not intimidated by the Eagles' offense and on first down, defensive pressure by the Huskies caused a fum­ ble recovered by Jake Brown to give the Huskies' offense See Football, page 7 Alleged pot sellers 126 incidents, 6 suspects under investigation in fraud case busted inJefferson by Jim Thompson Editor The first arrest in an inves­ tigation of a 15-month-long theft of over $40,000 from an elderly West Jefferson man came last week. Chief Robert Roten of the Contact Us tronically withdrew money from the victim's account at Yadkin Valley Bank. This arrest, however, may just be the tip of the iceberg. Roten said that an additional five suspects are under inves­ tigation in the case. He also ASA offers emergency workshop By m$il: Jefferson Post West Jefferson Police Depart­ ment announced the arrest of Jessica B. Holman, 30, of Warrensville. She is charged with 10 counts of obtaining property under false pretens­ es. The warrants served on her allege that Holman elec­ 1 P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com pditorial@jeffersonpost.com Are you ready for emergencies or a disas­ ter? Ashe Services for Aging can help seniors prepare with a special Family Emergency Planning Workshop on Thursday, Nov. 8 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the senior center in West Jefferson. Recent history has shown that most people are ill prepared for major disasters which can cause major disruptions in their daily lives. stated that his department is investigating as many as 126 different incidents in the case. The chief also said that the amount taken from the victim's account was allegSee Iiwestigation, page 5 by Jim Thompson Editor The knock on the door of 238 Benfield Drive, Jefferson, on Halloween was not trick or treaters. Instead, it was deputies with a search warrant. And $tyld fires, flooding, hurricanes, earthquakes or man-made incidents can strike with little or no warning, and expectations of help arriving may not be realistic. To be better prepared to weather the first 72 hours after a major disaster, the workshop will be conducted by the Ashe County Office of Emergency Management and help participants complete a basic plan including selecting a family meeting place, designating contacts and assembling an emergency kit. when they were done, two residents of the home were in custody, charged with possess­ ing and selling marijuana. According to Sheriff James Williams, over half a pound of marijuana was seized, along See Arrests, page 5 There is no fee for the workshop. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call Louise Caudill at 246-4347. SE Strawberry Expo planned The Southeast Strawberry Expo takes place Nov. 11-13, with the main confe&nce happening Nov. 12-13, at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel in Durham. For more information, visit www.n com or email ncstrawberry^mindsj,. A* �PAGE 2 JUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES George Wesley Wiggins Fleetwood, N.C. July 28,1942 October 26, 2007 Mr. George Wesley Wig­ gins, Sr. age 65 of Fleetwood, died Friday evening, October 26, 2007, in an automobile ac­ cident in Wilkes County. Mr. Wiggins was born on Tuesday, July 28, 1942 in Florida to William Eugene and Nevy Lucille Johnson Wiggins. He also had a resi­ dence in Sarasota, Florida. Mr. Wiggins was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed hunt­ ing. A memorial service was held at 11 am Thursday, No­ vember 1, at Boone Family Funeral Home with Rev. Pe­ ter Parrish officiating. Mr. Wiggins is survived by: a son, George Wiggins, Jr. bet­ ter known as "Butch" and wife, Laurie of Margate, Florida; five daughters, Tina Wiggins and special friend, Denise, of Advance, NC, Jeanna Harwell and husband, Ben of Margate, FL, Patricia Bordenkircher and husband, John of Royal Palm Beach, FL, Stephanie McNeill Simon and husband, Neil of Lake Worth, Florida, and Rebecca McNeill Charles and partner, John Georgiou of Orlando, FL; a brother; Wil­ liam Blocker Wiggins of Coco­ nut Creek, FL. Also surviving are: six grandchildren, David Harwell, Michael Harwell, Joseph Wiggins, Shelby Wig­ gins, Logan Bordenkircher and John Bordenkircher; and several nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memori­ als may be made to Broward Children's Center Foundataion, 1801 East Atlantic Boulevard, Pompano, Flori­ da. 33060. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. was a member of the Calvary Baptist Church, the Home Makers Club, and a volunteer in the community. She later lived in Charlotte, NC; Ceredo Manor, Ceredo, WV; and Wayne Nursing and Rehab, Wayne, WV. Survivors include a daugh­ ter and son-in-law, Lauren Angela and Ben Marcum of Prichard, WV; two sons and daughter-in-laws, Joseph Reeves, Jr. and Lana Hartzog, of Bluefield, VA; Jeffrey Lee and Gwen Hartzog of Wil­ liamsburg, VA; eight grand­ children, Johnathan "Twig" and wife, Lara Dixon of Iron Station, NC; Andrew and wife, Maude Mueller Brenda Marcum of Salt Rock, WV; Jeremiah Marcum of Lambert Hartzog Fort Worth, TX; Zachary Mar­ April 12,1913 cum of Prichard, WV; Jeffrey October 28, 2007 Maude Mueller Lambert II and wife, Amber Hartzog of Hartzog, 94 blessed years, Lynchburg, VA; Josh Hartzog rose to her heavenly home of Symme Valley, CA; Julia H. Oct. 28, 2007. Maude was and husband Jack Hurley of born April 12, 1913 in Lee Bluefield, VA; Dr. J. Michael County VA, the daughter of and wife, Loree Hartzog of Samuel Worth and Molly El- Morgantown, WV; nine great­ kins Lambert. In addition to grandchildren, Sally Erin her parents, she was preced­ Dixon of Iron Station; Maded in death by her husband dyn Hartzog of Lynchburg, of 37 years, Joseph Reeves VA; Hannah and Chandler Hartzog; one daughter and Hurley of Bluefield, VA; Elyson-in-law, Sally Kate and se, Olivia, Jacob, Audrey, and Larry Dixon, a daughter-in- Caleb Hartzog of Morganlaw, Fadwa Ammar Hartzog; town. WV; nieces; nephews. one brother Hobert Lambert; Special thanks to Hospice of and four sisters, Stella Scalf, Huntington; Wayne Nursing Hassie Skeens, Ann Dicken­ Home staff. Condolences may be sent son, and Hazel Rossi. Maude was a homemaker, to the family through our devoted wife, mother and website at www.badgerfunerloving grandmother. While alhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in spending the majority of her life in Williamson, WV she charge of the arrangements. Kelly Quebine Woods Warrensville, N.C. June 1,1932 November 1, 2007 Kelly Quebine Woods, age 75, of Warrensville died Thursday, November 1, 2007 at Forsyth Memorial Hospital in WinstonSalem, NC. Mr. Woods was born June 1, 1932 to Rufus C. and Edna Brooks Woods. He is the widower of Blanche Williams Woods. In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Thelma Woods; and three brothers, Price, Willard, and Eugene "G" Woods. Mr. Woods was employed by Thomasville Furniture for more than 30 years. He was a proud veteran and was a member of American Legion Post 275 in Lansing, NC. He also volunteered with Ashe Outreach Ministries in Clifton, NC. He enjoyed playing the gui­ tar. Funeral services were held Sunday, November 4, 2007 at 2:00 pm at Ashelawn Memo­ rial Chapel by Rev. Russell Hart, Rev. Daryl Graybeal and Rev. Tommy Dollar. Burial followed in Ashelawn Memorial Gardens with military rites. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8:30 pm Saturday, November 3, 2007 evening at Ashelawn. Flowers will be appreciated or memorials may be made to a charity of the donor's choice. Mr. Woods is survived by a son, Allen Woods of Creston; a daughter, Yvonne Paisley of Mountain City, Tenn.; a brother, Joe Woods of Lansing; two sis­ ters, Charlotte South ofWarrensville and Connie Medley of West Jefferson; four grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. You may send condolences to the family through our website www.ashelawn.com. Ashelawn Jemorial Chapel is in charge of arrangements. * Mary Elizabeth Johnson Wiggins Fleetwood, N.C. October 16, 1944 October 26, 2007 Mrs. Mary Elizabeth John­ son Wiggins, better known as "Johnnie", age 63, of Fleet­ wood died Friday evening from an auto accident in Wil­ kes County. A memorial service was be held on Thursday at 11:00 a.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Peter Parrish officiating. The family received friends from 10-11 on Thursday, one hour prior to the memorial service. Mrs. Wiggins was born on Friday, October 16, 1944 to the late Robert Odgen John­ son and to the late Mary Ellen Capt. Thomas Cameron Simon Fleetwood, N.C. May 21, 1945 October 26, 2007 Captain Thomas Camer­ on Simon, 62, of Fleetwood, NC, passed away October 26, 2007. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Tom was born May 21, 1945, in Wilkes-Barre, PA. He graduated from Rutgers where he was commander of the Queens Guard Drill Team and a member of Pi Tau Sigma. He later received his Masters Degree from Dayton Aeronautical at Wright Pat­ terson Air Force Base in Day­ ton, Ohio. He was a master woodworker creating custom furniture and was a veteran of the United States Air Force serving from 1967 to 1978. Tom is survived by his wife of 40 years* Chdlryle Cotter Simon; his two sons and their wives, Neil Cameron Simon and wife, Stephanie McNeilSimon of Lake Worth, FL and Jeffery M. Simon and wife, Tracy, of Greensboro; his par­ ents, Edward and Virginia Si­ mon of New Holland, PA; his sister, Barbara Simon Savidge of Palmyra, PA and his two grandchildren, Zoe and Jayna Simon. Memorials may be made to the West Chester Rail­ road Company, 500 S. Ad­ ams Street, West Chester, PA 19382. In Memoriutn We would like to publicly take this opportunity to express our appreciation to all the entities who came to our aid during the difficulties arising from the sudden and untimely death of our family member and. more particularly, our father. Don­ ald Wayne Miller. One never knows immediately, when faced with confusion and uncertainty mixed with sadness, where to turn for the help made nccessaiy by the loss of a loved one. It is comforting to discover that, indeed, "no man is an island" but a part of the whole, and from that whole we found the compassionate assistance to "bear up." Firstly, we want to thank Boone Family Funeral Home for their encompassing efforts to take care of the plans for the funeral and interment as well as the unending Quiet words of encouragement and comfort given the family. Also, our situ­ ation was eased considerably by the Reverend |ohn Crawford, whose continued presence ancf choice of words at the funeral service served as empathy not only from a pastor, but that as a family member also. Secondly, for all those people of whom we asked support, we express continuing gratitude. They include: the pallbear­ ers. Clay Camp. Clyde l.edford, Jack Horton, Mike Pate. Rick Mabe. and Daniel McGuire for their gracious consent to as­ sist; Kena Sloop and Alice Collins of Petal Pusher Designs for their efforts in providing beautiful and unioue arrangements for the family; and Memory and Hazel Burgess for their lovely rendition, at the funeral, of "Til Fly Away." known by his family as Donald s favorite. Thirdly, for the solemnity of atmosphere provided by the militaiy at interment, we want to thank all those groups who came: Colonel John Marsh and the |ROTC honor guard from Ashe County High School; the combined group of Veterans of Foreign Wars, Disabled American Veterans, and the American Legion; and theyoung man and young woman, both soldiers of the 18th Airborne Corps from'Ft. Bragg, who provided the ceremonial commemoration of Donald's service to his countiy by the presentation of the American flag to his family. Lastly, we will always remember all those folks, family, friends, neighbors, ana acquaintances, for the expressions of their sympathy during our period of mourning, and a special thanks goes to the Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church family. Devron Slade Miller Darren Wayne Miller The above message originally appeared in the Jefferson Post November 2, 2007 edition containing several errors on our part. We apologize to all this has affected. Gibson Johnson. She worked as a Registered Nurse. She love the outdoors and to feed the animals. Mrs. Wiggins is survived by: five daughters, Stephanie Lynn McNeil Simmon and husband, Neal of Lake Worth, FL, Rebecca Jean McNeil Charles and partner, John of Orlando, FL, Tina Wiggins and special friend, Denise, of Advance, NC, Jeanna Har­ well and husband, Ben of Margate, FL, Patricia Bor­ denkircher and husband, John, of Royal Palm Beach, FL; one son George Wiggins, Jr. (Butch) and wife, Laurie, of Margate, FL; one brother, Robert Jerome Johnson and wife, Linda of Sarasota, FL; six grandchildren, David Har­ well, Michael Harwell, Joseph Wiggins, Shelby Wiggins, Lo­ gan Bordenkircher and John Bordenkircher; several nieces and nephews also survive. In lieu of flowers memori­ als may be made to: Broward Children's Center Founda­ tion, 1801 East Atlantic Blvd. Pompano Beach, FL 33060. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments; David Arriola Warrensville, N.C. November 22, 1923 October 28, 2007 Mr. David Arriola, age 83 of Warrensville, NC, died Sunday, October 28, 2007 at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Mr. Arriola was born November 22, 1923 in San Diego, CA. Graveside services were held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, November 3, 2007 in the Taylor Cemetery by Rev. Jim Greer. Mr. Arriola is survived by a son, Edward Arriola of Jef­ ferson, NC, and four grand­ children. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. James D. Franklin, Jr. West Jefferson, N.C. December 26,1918 October 27, 2007 Mr. Jim Franklin, age 88, of 1269 Mt. Jefferson Road of West Jefferson, died Saturday, morning October 27, 2007 at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Mr. Franklin was born in December 26, 1918 in Rye Cove, Virginia, a son of that late James Duff and Lou Wolfenbarger Franklin. Mr. Franklin served dur­ ing World War II as a P-47 Pilot and returned to active duty during the Korean War. He retired with rank of Major, USAF on December 31, 1964, serving a total of 26 years. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Mildred Ow­ ens Franklin, originally of Idlewild and two daughters, Martha Clark and husband, Steve, of Loveland, CO; Karin Blye S. Blevins Whitetop, Va. January 17,1923 October 29, 2007 Blye S. Blevins, age 84, of Whitetop, Va., passed away Monday, Oct. 29, 2007, at her residence. She was the widow of Roy Blevins. She was born Jan. 17, 1923, at Anawalt, W.Va., to Luther and Chloe Mae Greer Blevins. She is survived by two daughters, Jessie Blevins of Lansing, N.C., and Lucy B. Dollar of West Jefferson, N.C.; a son, R.A. Blevins of the home; three sisters, Mad­ eline Richardson of Jeffersonville, Ind., Lena Walcott Griffin of Tucson, AZ and on son, Joe Franklin and wif Pat, of West Jefferson. M Franklin is also survived b one sister, Dot Elkins, of Rye Cove, VA; five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three sisters, Kate Tomlinson, Marie Rauschert and Emma Franklin; two brothers, Charles and Ben Franklin. Mr. Franklin was an active member and "handyman" at First Baptist Church in West Jefferson. He loved his family, golf, fishing and baseball. He was a local wood craftsman, known for his porch swings and checkerboards. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, October 30, 2007 at 11:00am at First Baptist Church with Rev. Ken Morris officiating. Burial will follow in the Franklin Family Cemetery in Rye Cove, VA. The family will receive friends from 10:00-11:00 on Tuesday, one hour prior to the funeral service. In lieu of flowers memo­ rials may be made to: First Baptist Church, PO Box 180, West Jefferson, NC 28694. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. of Redding, Calif., and Betty Wright of Perryville, Md.; a brother, James Stamper of San Jose, Calif.; six grand­ children, 10 great-grandchil­ dren, four great-great-grand­ children; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 2, 2007, in Helton Valley Baptist Church, Whitetop, Va., with interment in Walls Cemetery. Rev. Ken Clark and Rev. Larry Shepherd of­ ficiated. The family . received friends at the church Thurs­ day night from 6 to 8 p.m. Arrangements were by Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home of Independence, Va. BlueCross BlueShield of North Carolina Your plan for better health 8 *.' Blue Medicare HMO" BlueMedicare PPO Medicare Advantage plans offered by PARTNERS National Health Plans of North Carolina, Inc. (PARTNERS) and administered by its parent company, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (BCBSNC) Plans with low monthly premiums • NEW! 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House Special to the Post Our judicial and legal systems wield tremendous authority in our state and I believe that as legislators we have a duty to ensure that our citizens are served by an effi­ cient and reliable justice sys­ tem which is what I think we have. I'm especially grateful to those who serve us through the judicial system and law enforcement. This session we passed laws to protect citizens, streamline these systems and make them more accessible to the underserved. We passed laws to decrease the number of medical malpractice suits, protect defendant's rights, and improve regulations for juveniles in the system. Thank you for your allow­ ing me to share this informa­ tion with you and for all of your support. As always, feel free to contact me if I can be of assistance. Mediation This session the General Assembly passed a bill (HB 1671) expected to decrease the number of medical negligence claims that come through the courts. The bill encour­ ages parties involved in these cases to use an arbitrator and describes the arbitration process. The person filing for personal injury or wrongful death due to negligence by a healthcare provider and that healthcare provider involved can file a joint stipulation to use arbitration before the trial. An arbitrator must be se­ lected within 45 days after the stipulation is filed. The arbitrator must issue a writ­ ten award within 14 days after the last hearing and is required to find if the claim­ ant suffered injury due to the defendant's negligence. The award cannot exceed $1 million and the fees and ex­ penses of the arbitrator will be divided equally among the parties. It the parties decide not to use arbitration, they would each have to file a dec­ laration saying that they are aware of the arbitration op­ tion and choose not to use it. This bill is expected to cut the costs and time involved in re­ solving these disputes while ensuring that the decision made is fair and honest. Legislators passed a bill (SB 728) to encourage me­ diation in district criminal courts. The law establishes a standard certification pro­ gram for mediators. Judicial districts chosen by the Dis­ pute Resolution Commis­ sion and the Director of the Administrative Office of the Courts will participate only if the chief district court judge, the district attorney and the community mediation center agree to participate. I person­ ally support the use of certi­ fied mediators. Not only can good, fair decisions be reached but it also helps reduce the backup in some of our courts. Juries and Civil Cases The General Assem­ bly passed a bill to provide more equity in civil cases. When there are two or more plaintiffs in a civil case, the judge now has the author­ ity to apportion juror chal­ lenges among the plaintiffs or increase the number of challenges for each plaintiff. Challenges are used by law­ yers to remove potential ju­ rors from consideration for the final jury. The bill limits each plaintiff to no more than six challenges. Another bill (SB 1117) gives judges in civil cases the Rep. Cullie Tarleton authority to determine if ju­ rors may take evidence into the jury room. My colleagues and I passed a bill law that requires the state registrar to send a list of recently deceased prospective jurors to county jury commis­ sions to refine the jury se­ lection process. The bill (HB 943) also requires the Com­ missioner of Motor Vehicles to omit the names of people who have been inactive vot­ ers for at least eight years or whose driver's licenses have been expired for at least eight years. Evidence and Investigations To help improve prosecu­ tion of the guilty and protect those who have been wrong­ fully accused, we cleared leg­ islation to improve criminal investigations. We passed a bill (HB 1626) that requires an electronic copy of inter­ rogations conducted while a defendant is in custody. Another bill (HB 1625) standardizes the process for eyewitness identification of suspects. Lineups must be conducted by an independent administrator and the indi­ viduals or photos must be presented sequentially rather than at the same time. The General Assembly ratified a bill (HB 1500) that gives defendant's access to DNA testing of evidence if the technology and testing proce­ dures have improved since the evidence was collected. Evidence must be stored so that it will not be contami­ nated or degraded. One new law (SB 1130) gives defendants access to law enforcement's complete files, including files from any public or private group that obtains information connect­ ed to the investigation. The law is expected to streamline the investigation process. An­ other bill (HB 786) requires these files to be sent to the state and district attorneys as well. A new law (HB 1617) states that if a private citizen is killed by a law enforcement officer in the line of duty, the next of kin can request an in­ vestigation of the incident. Juveniles We passed a new law that makes it unlawful to execute an inmate who was convicted of a homicide that occurred before he or she reached the age of 18. The bill (HB 784) follows a U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Roper v. Simmons that says execution of an of­ fender under 18 at the time of a crime is cruel and unusual punishment. We passed several laws changing the ways we treat juveniles in the justice sys­ tem. One bill (HB 1243) allows judges to physically restrain juveniles in the courtroom only if they find the restraint necessary to maintain order and safety or to prevent the juvenile from escaping. An­ other bill (HB 1479) allows a judge to place a juvenile in contempt if that juvenile tries to disrupt court proceedings, refuses to follow instructions at court, or does anything else that shows that he or she does not respect the authority of the court. Another law requires the state to release identifying in­ formation for juvenile escap­ ees. The bill (HB 1148) stems from the repeated escapes of juveniles at the Swannanoa Valley Youth Development Center. The state can now release the first names and photos of escaped juvenile prisoners. •Wilkes •Elkln •Lenoir Days A Week •Hickory •West Jefferson •Statesvilie •Tayloreville •Morganton Notes Gov. Easley, Speaker Hackney and Sen. Basnight appointed a 21st Century Transportation Committee last week. This new commit­ tee will take a comprehen­ sive look at North Carolina's transportation needs and make a report to the General Assembly prior to our short session next year and another report prior to the end of 08. Ashe County Board of Com­ missioners Chairman, Rich­ ard Blackburn is a member of this new committee. I appre­ ciate Richard's willingness to serve our state in this very important appointment. » I received word last week that Speaker Hackney has ap­ pointed me to another study commission. This one deals with public school funding. I look forward to being a part of this study commission, espe­ cially since education is one of my priorities. 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CheckingONE is powered by BancVue. ©2007 CommunityONE Bank, N.A., Member FDIC �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Good decision on misguided 'church' Newspapers have a strong history of defending the right to free speech. But at the same time, no freedom comes without responsibility—and no free­ dom is absolute. There are legal restraints on freedom of speech, such as not being able to threaten to harm someone. Because we recognize that such limits exist, the Jefferson Post applauds the $11 million verdict rendered last week against Westboro Baptist Church of Topeka, Kan. Westboro, and its pas­ tor, Fred Phelps, have a thing about gay and lesbian people. Such a "thing" that they believe any natural or other disaster that happens to the United States occurs because of two things: (1) gay/lesbian people are tol­ erated; or (2) Westboro Baptist Church is "perse­ cuted." Many churches oppose what they call "the homo­ sexual agenda," and such views are, normally, pro­ tected by the right of free speech. Where Westboro goes over the edge, and what will now cost them $11 million, is picketing at the funerals of our dead men and women who were serving in the armed forc­ es. The pictures are unspeakably ugly: two lit­ tle children holding signs that proclaim, along with other things, "Thank God for dead soldiers." God, you see, is punishing this wick­ ed country by killing off the soldiers, which is apparent­ ly fine as far as Westboro sinrriu is concerned. Of course, to believe that, you have to believe that fundamental­ ist Muslim terrorists are faithful servants of God—a point where the theology of Osama Bin Laden and Westboro intersect. One courageous father, Albert Snyder, whose Marine Corps son's funer­ al was picketed last year, took this so-called church to court and now has won a judgment against them for $11 million. While the church reports assets of less than $1 million,- Snyder's attorneys are now getting ready to look long and deep in their books. We hope they find the whole $11 million, and take it. It is no secret that this newspaper has opposed the war in Iraq from its first planning. But that does not mean we do not support the troops. We differ with the present administra­ tion on matters of policy. Nevertheless, we honor the great sacrifices that patriotic men and women in uniform have and con­ tinue to make, serving their nation faithfully. The thought of someone invad­ ing the sacred funeral of one of these dead heroes and, especially, pretending to do so in the name of reli­ gion, is nauseating. We believe Westboro in proclaiming "Thank God for dead soldiers" has gone far beyond the limits of pro­ tected speech—all the way to giving aid and comfort to the enemy. The next visit to court for "Rev." Phelps and his followers should be to face charges of treason. uftwiu*. "SEF.YoUTHCOSHT I WA& JUST.a LAZY OOB Wn>l Rx*> HVfelENE, WHEN REALLY I AM 01 WATER CONEEFWNlsr VAOs AUEAD OF WE TIME...." Member: Prist N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-81 °> Published twice weekly by Jefferson- Times Inc.,' P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@ jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county delivery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Linda Burchette Production Manager Coy Powers Graphic Artist/Webmaster Wendy Cole Sports/General News Reporter.. Michael Graybeal Business Manager Sandra Osborne Receptionist Kelly Blevins Advertising Sales Teresa Roark Laws Advertising Sales Patty Shay Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. a.id may not be reproduced without permission. nd on( I wife 1. MI PAGE 4 ed bj f Rye' Idren \ren. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2007 SNTS, ison, Busy Bush Watt**, President Bush has been a busy man. Even though the quagmire in Iraq threatens to worsen as Turkey prepares to invade the Kurdish north, Bush has time to undertake the arduous task of prevent­ ing World War III and begin the transition to democracy in Cuba. How does he do it?! The president is on a sticky wicket in northern Iraq. The Kurds have longed to unite with their brethren in Tur­ key, Iran, and Syria to form independent Kurdistan. The big powers, the United States included, have never been crazy about the idea. But that hasn't stopped Ameri­ can presidents from posing as champions of their cause -until it's inconvenient. That's what it is now. Turkey is an "important ally," as big powers like to say. For one thing, it's been a mem­ ber of NATO almost from the beginning. The "NA" stand for "North Atlantic," and the last time I checked a map, Turkey was nowhere near the Atlan­ tic Ocean. But never mind that; it's an important ally that gives the U.S. military easy access to Iraq and other parts of the Middle East. No country that useful should be alienated. That's why the Bush administration opposed the resolution in the House labeling Turkey's slaughter of Armenians as "genocide" ~ in 1915! You've got to hand it to the House. It sure stays on top of things. Anyway, the Kurds have been assaulting Turkish troops across their border, and the Turkish legislature has okayed an invasion of Iraq, warning Bush he'd bet­ ter tame the unruly Kurds or I J0U BATTENED DOWN THE \MMy HATCHES?!- TttfcSUAIERTSUNMM Guest Column by Sheldon Richman else. You can bet that admin­ istration people are working overtime on that project. On the other hand, the Iranian government has complained that the Kurds are attacking their forces too. But I suspect that complaint is getting a much less sympathetic hear­ ing. Which brings us to World War III. President Bush raised the specter of another Great War during a news con­ ference: "We've got a leader in Iran who has announced that he wants to destroy Israel. So I've told people that, if you're interested in avoiding World War III, it seems like you ought to be interested in pre­ venting them from having the knowledge necessary to make a nuclear weapon." Whoa! Let's slow down. Bush wants to leave the im- pression that Iranian Presi­ dent Mahmoud Ahmadinejad wants to attack Israel with nukes. Although he said he'd like that state to disappear, he's never threatened Israel. He's not that crazy. Israel has been a nuclear monopolist in the Middle East since the 1960s. And it should be noted that Ahmadinejad is not the actual leader of Iran. In that country the president is not the head of state or leader of the armed forces. More fundamentally, why is Bush linking Iran's atti­ tude toward Israel and World War III? Is he saying he would plunge the world into war if Iran attacks Israel? Isn't that a little -- well, ridiculous? At any rate, it's far more likely that the Iranian gov­ ernment wants a nuclear weapon to deter the U.S. gov­ ernment from attacking it. A bomb would have little offen­ sive value, but it might keep the U.S. away. That seems like a reasonable calculation, but it's not one Bush wants the American people to see. While I don't think he has decided to attack Iran (yet), he has a political interest in keeping us agitated so that the option will be available if he decides to go ahead. Re­ read what he and his people were saying about Iraq before the 2003 invasion and you'll see what's going on. Needless to say, an attack on Iran would kill many in­ nocents, further jeopardize U.S. troops in Iraq, and light a fuse in the entire region. No stupider idea has ever been proposed by an Ameri­ can president. And note that Bush is out to prevent Iran from even learning how to make a weapon. But Bush has things well in hand - so well that he has time to lecture Castro about who should succeed him when he dies. As if that were any of his business. Sheldon Richman is se­ nior fellow at The Future of Freedom Foundation (www. fff.org) and editor of The Free­ man magazine. Lottery supporters earn only ridicule gressive, RALEIGH - While travel­ I will an­ ing back to Raleigh from a swer that recent family cookout in Mint sup­ in Hill, my kids and I stopped porting at a convenience store in the the lot­ Montgomery County town of tery they Troy for gas and soft drinks. voted for At 10 p.m. on a Saturday one of the night, there was a gaggle of most rebedraggled, middle-aged men standing at the counter buy­ g'essive John Hood choices ing and pathetically scratch­ on the ing North Carolina lottery government-revenue menu. tickets. I was disgusted. And an­ Indeed, most of these law­ makers have also voted for gry. Disgusted that North Car­ increases in sales and excise olina politicians had chosen taxes, which range from mild­ to take advantage of these ly to steeply regressive. Judg­ desperate and deluded lot­ ing by their actions, it's clear tery players, and thousands that they don't really care like them across the state, about tax fairness. They care to finance more government about getting more money to spending, much of it ben­ spend, period. efiting higher-income house­ When these politicians complain about poverty in holds. Angry that because the North Carolina, I will answer "Education Lottery" is a state that most chronic poverty enterprise, not just the cre­ today derives not from the ation of some amoral flim­ structure of the economy or flam man, I had to explain to the vagaries of climate, dis­ my boys that what the men ease, and luck, but instead were doing was unwise and from unfortunate choices self-destructive but officially that individuals make when encouraged by North Caroli­ they are young and inexperi­ na's elected government lead­ enced - choices such as drop­ ers. I can't blame the boys for ping out of school, having being confused. They've never children out of wedlock, and entertained the idea that experimenting with drugs adults in positions of author­ and alcohol. One of the mostity might urge people to be destructive elements of the behavioral-poverty syndrome foolish or sinful. I have decided to focus is gambling. These politicians my disgust and anger in the voted not just to permit gam­ following way: I will no lon­ bling but to promote it ac­ ger take seriously any claim tively, using state resources about tax fairness, poverty, and personnel. They have set or honest government from a horrible example. They've politicians who supported the increased the likelihood of state lottery. poor choices leading to poor When these politicians economic conditions. When these politicians complain that North Caroli­ na's current tax system is re­ complain that the misdeeds of a few politicians, such as former House Speaker Jim Black and former state Sen. Frank Ballance, have unfair­ ly cast an ethical shadow on North Carolina government as a whole, I will snort and then answer that there is, in­ deed, a shadow. It's called the "North Carolina Education Lottery." Corruption abound­ ed when the bill was initially introduced and lobbied. Both the N.C. House and the Senate then ignored the state consti­ tution by enacting a revenue bill without the required mul­ tiple votes on successive days. That was corrupt. And by in­ tertwining state government and gambling, these politi­ cians chose to participate in the corruption of thousands of North Carolinians, taking advantage of their dreams of quick and easy wealth. Let me be clear about what I'm saying and not saying. As a believer in individual free­ dom, I don't want the state to forbid North Carolinians from gambling, smoking, drinking, or engaging in any activity that some - including me may perceive to be fool­ ish, sinful, or reckless. In a free society, individuals have the right to be wrong, and to act wrongly as long as the ac­ tion does not infringe on the equal liberties of others. But in the case of a staterun lottery, the government is not simply allowing people to make their own decisions. It is sponsoring a gambling enterprise and actively en­ couraging people to play. It is deriving revenue from those players, whose demographic characteristics bear little re­ lationship to the taxpaying public as a whole, in order to It's Election Day. Vote like your future depends on it. (It does.) fund more government spend­ ing. Lotteries aren't about tol­ erating the entertainment preferences of others. They aren't about allowing people to have "fun." They are about the state baiting the poorest and most desperate among us to make a fool's bet with their money. So, to return to the politi­ cal fact of the matter: when it came right down to it, most elected state politicians chose to redistribute income from the poor to the middle-class and wealthy, tempt North Carolinians to destroy them­ selves and their household finances, and bring state gov­ ernment into disrepute. No one should take these politicians' current protesta­ tions seriously. What they've earned is ridicule. John Hood is president of the John Locke Foundation and publisher of CarolinaJournal.com. Express yo views The editorial page c Jefferson Post is avail free of charge, for re< to express their view: it takes is a letter tc editor. The subject o letters should be a rr of community interest should be limited to words. Letters must be si with an address and p number for verification poses. Only the wi name and community be published. Letters' not be libelous an< poetry will be accepte publication. Please address: Tc Editor, Jefferson Post Box 808, West Jeffe NC 28694 or ema jthompson@jefferson com. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2007 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT Joyce Jean McFarland Fleetwood, N.C. was one of the founding direc­ tors of Wilkes National Bank. He was a member, deacon and Sunday School Superinten­ dent of Calvary Freewill Bap­ tist Church. After retirement, he enjoyed restoring cars, es­ pecially his 1957 Chevrolets. He is survived by: his wife, Mae Dancy Miller of the home; one daughter, Marlene Dillard and husband, Danny of Millers Creek; one son, Randy Miller and wife, Jan of Millers Creek; three sisters, Shirley Jones and husband, Paul of West Jefferson, Faye Dixon of China Grove, Evazell Crews of Wilkesboro; four brothers, Ward Miller and wife, Dare of West Jefferson, Wade Miller and wife Dare of Wilkesboro, Sebert Miller and wife, Maxie of Millers Creek, Delmar Miller and wife, Ma­ rie of Glendale Springs; four grandchildren and two great­ grandchildren. The family received friends at Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home Saturday evening from 6 until 8. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Hospice of Wilkes, 1907 West Park Drive, North Wilkes­ boro, NC 28659. On line condolences may be made at www.reinssturdivant.com. Gilbert Ray Miller Millers Creek, N.C. November 29,1929 November 1, 2007 Mr. Gilbert Ray Miller, age 77, of Hwy 16 North, Millers Creek died Thursday, Novem­ ber 1, 2007 at his home. Funeral services were held Sunday, 3:00 p.m., November 4, 2007 at Calvary Freewill Baptist Church with the Rev. Sonny Thomas, the Rev. Amos Combs, the Rev. Ted Reynolds and the Rev. Russell Sheets officiating. The body was placed in the church at 2:00. Burial followed in the church cemetery. Mr. Miller was born No­ vember 29, 1929 in Ashe County to Joe and Cordia Bowlin Miller. He was coowner of Miller Brothers Lumber Company. Mr. Miller May 11, 1926 November 1, 2007 Mrs. Joyce Jean McFar­ land, age 81 of Fleetwood, passed away Thursday, No­ vember 1, 2007 at Watauga Medical Center in Boone. Mrs. McFarland was born in Chicago, Illinois on Thurs­ day, May 11, 1926, to Arthur Rhodes Jamison and Florence Gieger Jamison. She retired from the banking industry. Memorial services were held Sunday, November 4, 2007 at 2 p.m. at Boone Fam­ ily Funeral Home with her brother, Robert Jamison, of­ ficiating. The family received friends from 1 until 2 p.m., prior to the memorial service. Mrs. McFarland is sur­ vived by two sons, Robert L. Stuck and wife, Melanie of Fort Mill, SC and Richard L. Stuck of Tampa, Florida; one daughter, Sandy Jamison of Fleetwood; one brother, Robert Jamison and wife, Sheri of Boca Raton, Florida. Also surviving are four grandchildren: Robert and Christopher Stuck and Caylin and Gabriel Tinkler, all of Fort Mill, SC; and several nieces and nephews. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Project continued from front page tion before Dec. 7. "We hope to get 900 books so each child will be allowed to choose two when their families come to pick up the gifts," Blackburn said. Volunteers are needed to help with wrapping and distribution. Individuals or groups wanting to volunteer can call Dawn Goodman at 246-2461 to schedule a time to come. If you or your organization would like to sponsor children, or would like more informa­ tion, please call 246-5631 or 846-9512. You can also call if you wish to donate wrapping supplies or funds to purchase gifts. Donations can be mailed to: Childrefi's Christmas Proj- ect, P.O. Box 850, Jefferson, NC 28640. "For some of the families in Ashe County, this will be the only Christmas they will get," said Blackburn. "The collabo­ ration is great in Ashe County among the different organiza­ tions. The ROTC is usually there and other young people participate among the count­ less volunteers." "I think this program dem­ onstrates for us the Christian love these people have for the community," said Rev. Keith Franklin of Jefferson United Methodist Church. "The birth of Christ is what the gift of continued from front page are also appreciated. Write to Jeffersons Rotary Club Foun­ dation, P.O. Box 1045, Jeffer­ son, NC, 28640. Appreciation is given to Sandy Shatley at Carolina Printing for securing the do­ nation of this magnificent violin and printing the raffle tickets. The Ashe County Armed Forces Tribute is a non-par­ tisan, non-political event to show the troops and veterans that the not-so-silent majority of Ashe County, North Caro­ lina supports and appreciates them. Learn more at www. ashecountyarmedforces.org. Arrests continued from front page with an undisclosed quantity of cash, a firearm alleged to be stolen, and equipment alleged to have been used to grow and package marijuana. The two suspects arrested and now released on $25,000 bond each were: •Steven Kenny Duguay, 25; and • Denise Veler Courtner, 29. They are each charged with: maintaining a dwell­ ing for the sale and deliv­ ery of marijuana; possession with intent to sell and de­ liver marijuana; felony and misdemeanor possession of marijuana; possession of drug paraphrenalia; and posses­ sion of a stolen firearm. The home is where the mother of the female suspect, Debbie Veler, was murdered on Sept. 22, 2003. Her killer, Christopher Edward Goss, awaits execution in Raleigh's Central Prison. Christmas is all about. It is our whole motivation. God gave us Christ, and we give to help our neighbors." "The families are so appre­ ciative," added Diane Dixon, church and community min­ continued from front page istries director with Ashe Baptist Association."I've seen edly "between $40,000 and parents get their financial $45,000." situation under control and Roten cautioned citizens to come back and help with the be careful with their banking program." information at all times, and People who would like to to frequently check their ac­ donate coats for people in the counts to be aware of any un­ community who need them authorized usage. can do so at Ashe Really Cares located at Family Central in Jefferson. Post photo by Linda Burchette This violin handmade by local resident Charles Wine Is being raffled to raise money for the Ashe County Armed Forces Tribute. The winner will be announced following the Veterans' Day ceremony Monday at Ashe County Courthouse. 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Veterans Locally owned and operated for over 50 years Thursday, November 8, 2007 7:30 p.m. Ashe Civic Center JFEMC Insurance Companies Adults: $12 Students: $5 All Seats Reserved Tickets are available at the Ashe Arts Center in West Jefferson or r ^ J order by phone 'm?. (336) 846-ARTS ©GENERAL CASUALTY GMAC Insurance ASH A<*« COUNTV AND. COUNCIL. This concert Is supported with a Grassroots Pro|ects Pool Grant from the North Carolina Arts Coundl. a state agency, and Is sponsored by the Ashe Civic Center and the Ashe County Arts Council Court Ordered LAND AUCTION \V PENN NATIONAL INSURANCE 123.751 ACRES Offered whole or in 6 parcels: 18.845, 23.587, 20.569, 20.813,14.280 and 25.657 acres A UNIlRIM ftUCMHW DAVID MILLER CHRIS MILLER MARK HUDLER LIB TUCKER, Sec. LEWIS SHEPHERD ROGER RICHARDSON HEATHER BARKER ALAN COCKERHAM 4198 Little Laurel Rcl. • Creston, North Carolina Date and Place of Sale THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2007 10:00 a.m. ASHE COUNTY COURTHOUSE (3rd Floor Lobby) Jefferson, North Carolina For more information call: 828-264-6422 Down Town West Jefferson 336*246*7I51 �The Huskies have earned a home playoff game for the first round of the NCHSAA 2AA Football Championship. The Huskies are hosting South Iredell this Friday in Husky Stadium with kickoff at 7:30 p.m. This is only the second time since Ashe County High School has opened that the Huskies have hosted a playoff game in football. This week in Husky sports Golfer wins truck in WAW Scholarship tourney Article courtesy of Wilkes Journal Patriot Over $100,000 was raised in the seventh annual Watauga-Ashe-Wilkes Scholarship Endowment Golf Tourna­ ment, held Thursday, Sept. 20 at Jefferson Landing. Approximately 132 golfers helped to raise funds for a scholarship endowment that has financially assisted stu­ dents in Watauga, Ashe and Wilkes counties go to college for over five years. Currently the scholarship is providing scholarships for over 20 col­ lege students. Sponsors and special guests were honored during a VIP night held the evening before the tournament. Terry Labonte, two-time Nextel Cup champion and three-time participant in the WataugaAshe-Wilkes Scholarship En­ dowment Golf Tournament was presented with an Ap­ palachian State University (ASU) football helmet with a personal message, signed by head coach Jerry Moore. La­ bonte was speechless as the helmet was presented to him, said Phil Stevens, president of the Watauga-Ashe-Wilkes Scholarship Endowment and tournament co-chairman. Prior to tee-off, NASCAR legend Benny Parsons, who died recently and tournament committee member Charles Taylor, who has recently been ill, were recognized. Winners at Tournament Taking first place in the tournament was R. S. Earp, Patrick Ritchie, Mike Gill and Hugh Gill. The second place team included Bern Gregory, Danny Holman, Chan Badger and Phil Stevens. The third place team included Larry Post photo by Michael Graybeal Larry Ferguson, native of Wilkes County, won a new truck presented by Superior Inc. of Ashe following a hole in one during the tournament. Ferguson is a retired Lowe's store manager and is presently the owner of Pegram West of Greensboro. Ferguson, Larry Earp, Randy Jones and Lindley Tate. Bern Gregory, originally of Wilkesboro and now Lowe's employee in Mooresville, had the longest drive at the tour­ nament. Larry Ferguson, a re­ tired Lowe's store manager and owner of Pegram West of Greensboro, scored a hole in one. He is originally from Boomer. He won a new truck, presented by Superior Inc., and valued at $40,000. Other hole-in-one sponsors were Morgan Stanley, Toyota of Boone and Go-Minis. Rick Beasley, ASU Assis­ tant Athletic Director, won a $5,000 Lowe's gift card. Son­ ny Coldiron with Jefferson Landing was the winner of an autographed ASU helmet at the VIP night give away. The Watauga-Ashe-Wil­ kes Scholarship Endowment was established in 2001 with the purpose of making a dif­ ference in someone's life by giving them an educational opportunity they might not have without the support of a scholarship. The first recipients were awarded scholarships in 2002. In addition to the annual golf tournament, the board solicits corporate and individual gifts to build scholarship funds. The Watauga-Ashe-Wilkes Scholarship Endowment is governed by the North Caro­ lina Community Foundation and is a 501c3 organization. Board members include: Phil Stevens, president; Charles Hartzog, vice-president; Cathy Melton, secretary; Kim Barnes, treasurer; Daphne Petry, publicity; Michael Lyall, Watauga; Jeff Dollar, Ashe; Bradley McNeil, Ashe; Danny Holman, Wilkes and Allison Phillips, Wilkes. Tournament sponsor was Valspar Corp. Other corpo­ rate sponsors were 3-M Cor­ poration, BB&T Bank, Eraser Inc., First Citizens Bank, Go Mini's, Klausner Trading USA Inc., Laticrete, Mapei, QEP, Tyson Foods, Unique So­ lutions and Wachovia Bank. Sponsors were: Theresa Anderson, ASU, Ashe County Ford, Austin Ross Financial, Bright International Group, Ltd. Joe Smith, Mike Brown, Gemsite Development, Freedie Graves, Vaughn Hayes, Homax, Dennis Huggins, J. R. Vannoy Construction, Kolin Kimura, Pete Kulynych, Arnold Lakey, Lowe's, Lowe's Employees, Tony McLain, MIDE Inc., Morgan StanleyJ. Michael Berard, Dwight Pardue, Anne Pardue, Red Devil, Resource Plus, Mar­ vin Robinson, Royal Purple, SELA Building Corporation, Specialty Car Company, Inc., David Steed, Larry Stone, Superior, Inc., Tarheel Lumber-Bennie Welborn, Toyota of Boone, David Vaughn, Wer­ ner Ladder Co., Pegram West, Wilcox marketing, Wilkes Community College and Yale Forklifts. "I would like to thank ev­ eryone who contributed and participated in this year's tournament," said Stevens. "Through everyone's support we reaching our goal of help­ ing students in three coun­ ties realize a brighter future through the promise of an education." For more information about the Watauga-Ashe-Wil­ kes Scholarship endowment contact a board member. Huskies JV football season concludes by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor The Huskies JV football team concluded their tough season this past Thursday evening by hosting the Sur­ ry Central Golden Eagles. With a close game early on the Huskies were hoping to claim their second win of the season, but the Golden Ea­ gles pulled away in the third and fourth quarters to claim a 34-21 victory over the Hus­ kies. Surry Central struck first in the game and took an ear­ ly 7-0 lead, but the Huskies responded when Joe Weaver caught a ten-yard touchdown pass from Matt Nichols to tie the score at 7-7 in the first period. Surry Central would claim the next two touch­ downs, one on a four-yard touchdown run, and the sec­ ond on an 80-yard intercep­ tion return to claim a 20-7 lead. The Huskies brought it within one possession when Nichols connected with Bryson Payne for a 47-yard Post photo by Michael Graybeal Joe Weaver earns one of his two touchdowns in the game with this kickoff return for a touchdown. Post photo by Michael Graybeal Matt Nichols (left) pitches the ball to his running back during the Huskies tough loss on Friday night. Nichols has been a kep player on the Huskies' roster throughout the year. touchdown pass to cut the Golden Eagles' lead to 2013. However, Surry Central would score two unanswered touchdowns to take the score to 34-13. However, Joe Weav­ er would strike once again for the Huskies on a kickoff re­ turn with a long touchdown return to give the Huskies their third touchdown of the game and concluded the scor­ ing with the final score of 3421 in favor of Surry Central. The loss for the Huskies concluded a tough 1-9 sea­ son, with their only victory coming at Forbush this sea­ son. The season for Ashe was a young team that featured a roster of nineteen freshmen at the start of the season. "We were a young team," com­ mented JV Head Coach Ron­ nie Pruitt, "but I'm proud of the guys for their effort and hard work this season." Titans finish season as undefeated champs Photo courtesy of Steve Wright/ www.StevesSportsShots.com The 3rd and 4th grade AYFL Titans celebrate after their final game as they completed the perfect 8-0 season on their way to winning the Champion­ ship. The team was a young team this year that consistantly started third graders in twelve posi­ tions, with a large quanity of third graders coming off the sideline during the game. The success of the team is due to the help and dedication of the parents, according to the Coaching Staff of the Ti­ tans. "The parents' support, help, and dedication was vital in the team's success" commented as­ sistant coach Zeb Gambill. The roster consisted of (in no particular order): Maison McNeill, Joseph Lowder, Josh Hamilton, Collin Ellis, Judd Price, Ethan Shepherd, Ross Summey, Kendall Richardson] Calep Miller, Nathan Harrell, Chandler Barker, Stan­ ton Moore, John Wilbourn, Dylan Dittritch, Tristen Jones, Colton Miller, Cheyenne Miller, Carlos Reed Caleb Atwell, Chris Roland, Conner Jones and J.T. Austin, Head Coach David Miller, Assistant Coaches: Zeb Gambill, Trent Lowder, Greg Richardson, Derek Shepherd, Brantley Price, and Brad Atwell. �PAGE 7 TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Football short lived as a fumble on the the Championship also, when Football Championship game fourth play of the drive was Coach Strong "of the Huskies this Friday. The Huskies have ing at the Eagles' twenty- scooped up by Grayson Wells was doused with the sports been paired with the South yard line. who carried the ball down the traditional Gatorade Bath Iredell High School Vikings. With the help of a ten- field for a 50-yard touchdown for the second time of the The Vikings are entering yard Personal Foul Penalty fumble recovery, and Price's week. Following Ashe's vic­ the game Friday night on a against the Golden Eagles, sixth extra-point of the game tory Monday evening against two-game drought after los­ Ashe was able to put six more gave the Huskies a 42-14 Wilkes Central, Coach Strong ing to East Lincoln 28-21 to commented: "I didn't get wet conclude the regular season. points on the board when grasp on the game. The two teams traded for nothing, let's take care of South Iredell record on the David Grubb found a hole in Central's defense and carried possessions with two punts business Friday night." His season stands at 5-6. South the ball into the endzone from until the Huskies could team listened and sealed the Iredell in comparison to their twelve yards out for the Hus­ strike again. The third quar­ Championship with the 44-20 opponents are at a disadvan­ tage points wise as they have kies' second touchdown of the ter proved to be a defensive defeat of Surry Central. The Huskies, for the second been outscored by roughly highlight for the Huskies as game. Price's extra-point at­ tempt was once again good to they had the Golden Eagles year in a row, will be hosting three points per game as they a first round NCHSAA 2AA are averaging 22.9-points backed up to their own fivegive the Huskies a 14-7 lead. yard line following a perfectly With the Huskies' fans in the game now, both the of­ placed punt for the Huskies fense and defense for Ashe by Dylan Brown. Central was pumped as the excite­ struggled deep in their ter­ ment and intensity was heav­ ritory and on third down, ily felt in the stadium. The Boyles scrambled into the Huskies' defense stopped endzone after a bad snap. the Golden Eagles in their After recovering the snap, tracks on the next three pos­ Boyles attempted to scramble sessions causing three more and was forced towards the fumbles in sequence, which sideline and stepped out of led to three more touchdowns bounds in the endzone to give for the Huskies as Central the Huskies a defensive safe­ quickly saw the game escape ty, which awarded them two their grasp. The Huskies saw points and possession. The another touchdown run by safety increased Ashe's score David Grubb for his second to 44 compared to Central's touchdown of the game and 14, and was Ashe's ninth de­ then a ten-yard touchdown fensive point of the quarter pass to Nick May, which was and the game. • Surry Central was able to followed up with another touchdown run by David strike once more in the game, Grubb, his third of the game which was ended with a to give the Huskies total con­ thirty-yard pass from Boyles trol of the game. With three to Kirk Johnson, and with a Post photo by Michael Graybeal more successful extra-points failed extra-point, Ashe led David Grubb, for the second game in a row, scored three by Price, the Huskies led 35-7 with the final score of 44-20. The victory was sealed, and touchdowns for the Huskies during their 44-20 victory. at halftime. The second half saw more life from the Golden Eagles than the first half. Half way through the third quarter, Central was able to move Sponsor by New River Volunteer Fire A Rescue Department the ball down to the Huskies' nineteen-yard line when the The event will take place at the Golden Eagles would score their second touchdown with National Guard Armory Building a Boyles-to-Newton touch­ Nov. 10th starting at 7:00pm down pass of nineteen yards to cut the Huskies lead to 35Tickets are $40 for a couple or $25 for a single. 14. With the kickoff by Cen­ Contact any member to purchase a ticket. tral, a gutsy call was reward­ Sponsor tickets may also be purchase from any member! ed when the coaching staff from Surry Central called for an onside kick. The re­ continued from Front 'Hunters Helping For Questions, Please Call Leonard or Julia Houck at 336-982-3893 covery by the Golden Eagles brought their offense onto the field, but their possession was Save Now on the Quality of STIHL! STIHL per game to their opponents twenty-six-points. The Hus­ kies on the other hand have outscored their opponents by two possessions on average by scoring 33-points per game to their opponents' nineteenpoints per game. Coach Strong gave fore­ sight to the Huskies' game plan and preparation for Fri­ day night by stating: "We just go back to what we've been doing all year and try to get better in all aspects of the game." The Huskies will not only be seeking their first ever home playoff victory this Fri­ day, but also, the Huskies' first ever post season victory. The Huskies have placed into the playoffs for four straight years now, but still have not earned their first victory yet. Ashe has they goals set on a spot in the second round of the playoffs, which will be de­ termined this Friday night. 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Industrial Dr.. Elmhurst, IL 60126-1131 Member FINRA/SIPC Downtown West Jefferson I or an appointment call 336-246-4251 �PAGE 10 TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2007 JEFFERSON POST Classifieds 20-Classified Ad Department Policy CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm CLASSIFIED DEADLINES Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not responsible for incorrect copy submit­ ted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. 140-Help Wanted 250-Furniture Early Intervention Spe­ cialist needed to work one on one with chil­ dren, birth-3yrs. old. Experience working with young children with special needs is preferred. Ability to pro­ vide parent education and knowledge of child development is a must. Home Care offers ex­ cellent training and pay for qualified applicants. Please call Home Care Management for an ap­ plication at 1-888-8785199 or fax your re­ sume to 828-264-0755. Brand new dining room tables by Bob Timberlake and Southern Living $500/ea. 336-982-4027. Full time receptionist needed in local medical office. Must be able to multi-task, good com­ puter skills. Office ex­ perience preferred. Please send resume to Resume 200 Hospital Ave. Jefferson NC 28640. In-Store Demonstrators Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 e-mail: classified® jeffersonpost.com ' Web: www.jeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. ThjANK YOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper Is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise any preferences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex. handicap, financial status or national origin Includes children un­ der the age ot 16 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of chII-1 dron under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising for legal estate which is In violation of the law. Our readers are here by informed that all dwellings advortlsed In this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain of discrimination call HUD toll-freo at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-telephone number for the hearing Impaired is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found 4 year old salt & pepper Schnauzer lost close to Dollar Mart and Jail in Jefferson Last seen wearing a plaid collar and an­ swers to Bailey. The children miss there dog dearly. Reward for safe return no ques­ tions asked. Call Vick ie 620-3145. Have you found an animal or item? Have you lost a favorite pet or item? Advertise it in the Jefferson Post for FREE. Ad will run for 2 weeks. Call 846-7164 80-Places to Go 7 day, 6 night Disney area stay. Two adult tickets. Paid $750, sacrifice $290. Good for one year. 336-205-0116. 100-General Services PIANO SERVICE J Call for free estimate Larry Carmichael 336-372-4247 140-Help Wanted ATTENTION CNA I'S: PT and FT positions for Home Care in Ashe, Watauga and Avery County. Premium Pay. Premium Benefits with MilsflflfiL and Health In: surance available after 90 days. Call Tammy Jones at (800) 7907483 Toll Free. $100 sign-on bonus available. f you are a dedicated, esponsible person hen Appalachian Brian Estates is looking for ou. Our Dietary Delartment has openings ar Full-time and Partme workers. Must be ible to work some weekends and some /eek days. Only seri­ es applicants apply in arson at 163 Shadowne Dr. Boone NC. 4 bedroom, 1 1/2 bath, 9 room house in West Jefferson. References and post rental history required. Needs re­ pairs. Part of rent may be used for repairs. Some furniture and ap­ pliances furnished. Oil furnace, one car de­ tached garage. Deposit required. Rent negotia­ ble. 276-699-6414. 260-Garage/Yard Sales YARD SALES Advertise your yard sale in this space. 1 time $9.50 2 times — $15.00 Copy and payment have to be in our office by these deadlines: AVAILABLE IMMEDI­ ATELY: 2 bedroom, 2 bath on quiet street In West Jefferson. No pets. No HUD funding. Large modern kitchen with dishwasher. Utility room with W/D hook­ ups. $475/mo. Lease/Deposit/references. Call 336-3844734. Tuesday Edition Friday by 9 am Friday Edition Wednesday by 9 am Two inch space for the above costs. 300Miscellaneous FOR QUICK RESULTS! Need to advertise a place for rent? List it in our lor rent" sections. Call us at 336-846-7164 For Sale: Mec 600 Jr. Sunflower Sales, Pros, a national staffing Charges agency, is looking for Rates depend on size individuals to execute of ad and number of . in-store demonstrations runs. Please call in the West Jefferson Classified Dept. area. Must be able to for information. engage shoppers to demonstrate products, Mail orders should be promote brands and sent with payment to: distribute samples and brochures, Excellent Classified Advertising position for those who The Jefferson Post want to work mostly PO Box 808 weekends part-time. To West Jefferson, NC apply Call:(800)76828694 4650. ext.18425. (We accept personal check, Visa or Master Card) 430-Rooms, Apts., Houses For Rent Shotgun Reloading Press, 20 GA. $75 Call 336-877-0159 The Jefferson Post has FREE wooden pallets. Just come by and pick them up. Get your license Fast. Boone & Charlotte Courses. Free Brochure & Schedule. 1-800-849-0932 310-Musical Is currently seeking caring professionals to serve as a Case Man• ager. M-F with excel­ lent benefits Apply at 85 Willis Street Spar­ ta, NC or call 336-3726083. BIG RESULTS! Seven room farm house 1 bath, applian­ ces furnished. NO PETS! $650/mo, $650 deposit required. (336)384-3913. J. Y. MONK REAL ESTATE SCHOOL Lawson Support Services Little Classifieds... •B-J M J a: Grands - Consoles new & rebuilt - We lease, buy, move, tune, refinish & rebuild pianos Acme - Piano Man 800-745-3950 2 Cable Baler's 4 yrs old, asking 3000.00 ea. 235-Christmas Trees Boundary of white pine tips located in MGrady NC, bottom of HWY 18 mountain. Planted 96' and 97'. On cut over site Aerial herb applica­ tion in 2001. Applica­ tion 100 acres. Call for more information (276) 579-7733. Field of Fraser Fir Christmas Trees, Approximately 2,850, never cut out of, 7-10 ft, mostly 8-9 ft, Will cut and bale Call 828-964-6554 Fraser Fir Christmas Trees available in all sizes. Call for Pricing 336-877-7167 I 2002 Dodge Dakota, 4x4, extra cab, V-8, CD, AC, Cruise. Great truck. $13,500. Call 336-384-1047. 1989 Chevrolet Scottsdale 4x4 pick up 175 k miles looks and runs great $2000.00 firm. 336-877-1997. SHOPPING FOR A 4X4? Keep Checking the Classified Ads. RED HOT HOME SALE!!! First Come First Sold. 8 New Homes Must Go. Dou­ ble Wides, Singles Wides, 2 Land Homes and Modular Homes. Call Freedom Homes Wilkesboro 336-9732335. WOW FACTOR Hot new Clayton single wides. Just arrived. Must see today. (336)838-5285. Zero Down With your land or rela­ tives land. 3 bedroom, $550/mo. 2 bath, (336)838-5285. 530-Lots & Acreage Do you have a lot or acreage for sale? List it in the Jefferson Post Classifieds. Call 336-846-7164 to place your ad. 1195-Legals Town of West Jefferson Planning Board Public Information Meeting Announcement West Jefferson Land Use Plan Development The public is invited to attend a public informa­ tion meeting hosted by the West Jefferson Planning Board on Tuesday November 13, 2007 anytime between 5:30 pm and 7:30 pm in the downstairs meet­ ing room at the Ashe County Public Library in West Jefferson. The purpose of the meeting is to obtain public input as the Planning Board proceeds with the de­ velopment of a land use plan for the Town. pruce Hill Apts Appli­ cations are now being accepted for Housing for Senior Citizens at Spruce Hills Apartments in West Jefferson, NC 'One bedroom, unfurnished energy efficient apartments "Handicapped accessible 'Rent based on The meeting is primari­ applicants income ly a drop-in event Section 8 assistance where citizens can help determine the goals of the land use plan, ex­ amine information on their own, and ask available questions of planning board members and planners. A short pre­ sentation is scheduled at 5:30 pm, but all in­ For more information, formation will be availa­ Call 336-246-9163 ble for public examina­ TDD# 1-800-735-2962 tion throughout the evening. 490-Houses / Lincare, leading nation­ 330-Pets al respiratory company Did you know that if seeks caring Service you are giving away Representative. Serv­ an animal or item , ice patients in their you can list it for free home for oxygen and in the Classifieds. Apts. for Sale equipment needs. Call 846-7164 for Warm personalities, Jefferson: lovely home more information age 21+, who can lift on .6 + acres, quiet up to 120 lbs should Free Wimermarier neighborhood with apply. CDL w/DOT a puppies. All shots cur­ great mountain views. plus or obtainable. rent. 982-3670. Close to town. Three Growth opportunities bedrooms, three baths. are excellent. Drug-free 350-Wanted to Stone fireplace with workplace. EOE Buy Or Swap gas logs, oil burner plus Johnson wood fur­ Need a new job? GRUBB nace. Finished lower Look in LOGGING level. Three garages. The Jefferson Post Wants to buy large Large deck. Many ex­ Classifieds! tras. Motivated seller. or small tracts of $260,000. (336)846150-Jobs Wanted timber. ALSO: 2296. Land with or CNA II Seeking in without timber. home health care cli­ 500-Mobile ent. Available Sunday Call: Jim Grubb Homes for Sale thru Wednesday. Any 336-877-2330 shift. Will . prepare ARE YOU LOOKING meals and do light Wanted to buy mobile FOR A GOOD housekeeping. Refer­ home or small house. DEAL? Call 336-977-2053. ences available. Check out the ads 336-977-9468. Ask in the Classified for Debbie. All messag­ 380-Trucks & section. es will be returned. 4x4s for Sale 230-Farm & Garden Equip. & Supplies 500-Mobile Homes for Sale Check Out the Jefferson Post for On display at the public meeting will be a list of goals and objectives for the land use plan. This list will be present­ ed at the public meet­ ing, with the public In­ vited to select the goals and objectives which are most important to them, and to suggest revisions or make addi­ tions to the list. The planning Board is developing the plan by addressing various is­ sues one-by-one. These issues include utility and transporta­ tion infrastructure, the natural environment, and land use. In addi­ tion, the plan outline will be displayed at the public meeting-along with accompanying background informa­ tion, maps, and docu­ ments produced so far. 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE Trust Book 260, Page 2180, Ashe County Registry. public auction on No­ vember BEFORE THE CLERK See Substitution(s) of Trustee as recorded in Deed Book 337, Page 2186 Ashe County Registry, appointing Ri­ chard J. Kania as Sub­ stitute Trustee. File No. 07- E - 246 of the Ashe County Courthouse, Jefferson, North Carolina, the real property in Ashe Coun­ ty, North Carolina (in­ cluding any improve­ ments thereon) as de­ scribed in the attached Exhibit A hereto. AMENDED SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION ASHE COUNTY at SECOND EXECUTOR'S NOTICE Having qualified as Ex­ ecutor of the Estate of Charles Edward Curry, Jr., deceased of Dade Richard K. Ashley, County, Florida, this is Registered Agent for to notify all persons Chief's Fire and Res­ having claims against cue, Inc. the Estate of said, Colvard Farm Road Charles Edward Curry, Jefferson, NC 28640 Jr., to present them to the undersigned on or Richard K. Ashley before February 11, 200 Ashley Farm Trail 2008 or this notice will Jefferson, NC 28640 be placed in bar of their recovery. All persons, firms and corporations Phyllis R. Ashley indebted to said Estate 200 Ashley Farm Trail will please make imme­ Jefferson, NC 28640 diate payment. Under and by virtue of Charles Edward Curry, the power and authority contained in those cer­ III, Fiduciary 12831 S.W. 43rd Ave., tain deeds of trust exe­ cuted and delivered by Apt. 147-A Miami, Florida 33175 the above-named Grantors to United Stephen R. Berndt States of America, and (1) dated May 16, Attorney at Law 379 New Market Blvd., 2001, filed for record on May 16, 2001, se­ Ste.3 curing indebtedness in Boone, NC 28607 the original principal STATE of NORTH amount of $220,000.00 CAROLINA as recorded in Deed of COUNTY of ASHE Trust Book 260 at Page 2160, Ashe NOTICE TO County Registry and (2) dated May 16, 2001, filed for record Having qualified as Ex­ on May 16, 2001, se­ ecutrix of the estate of curing indebtedness in Juanita W. Harris, late the original principal of Ashe County, North amount of $500,000.00 Carolina, this is to noti­ as recorded in Deed of fy all persons having Trust Book 260 at claims against said es­ 2170, and (3) dated tate to present the May 16, 2001, filed for same to the under­ record on May 16, signed to Mrs. Alice 2001, securing indebt­ Worrell Thompson, edness in the original c/o VANNOY & principal amount of REEVES, PLLC, P.O. $880,000.00 as record­ West Jef­ Drawer 67, ed in Deed of Trust ferson, North Caroli­ Book 260 at Page na 28694, on or before 2180, Ashe County the 28th day of Janu­ Registry (hereinafter, ary, 2008, or this No­ the "Deeds of Trust"), tice will be pleaded in and because of the de­ bar or their recovery. fault of in the payment All persons indebted to of the indebtedness said estate are re­ thereby secured and quested to make imme­ the failure of to carry diate payment to the out or perform the stip­ undersigned. ulations and agree­ ments therein con­ This is the 19th day of tained and pursuant to October, 2007. the demand of the owner and holder of Alice Worrell Thomp­ the indebtedness se­ son, Executrix cured by the Deeds of Trust, and pursuant to STATE OF NORTH the Order of the Clerk CAROLINA of Superior Court for IN THE GENERAL Ashe County, North COURT OF JUSTICE Carolina, entered in this foreclosure pro­ ceeding, the under­ SUPERIOR COURT signed, Richard J. Ka­ DIVISION nia, Substitute Trustee, ASHE COUNTY will expose for sale at The sale will be made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, restric­ tions and easements of record and assess­ ments. if any. The record owner of the above-described real property as reflect­ ed on the records of the County Register of Deeds not more than ten (10) days prior to the posting of this No­ tice is: Chief's Fire and Res­ cue, Inc. Richard K. Ashley Phyllis R. Ashley Pursuant to N.C.Gen.Stat. § 4521.10(b), and the terms of the Deeds of Trust, any successful bidder may be required to de­ posit with the Trustee immediately upon con­ clusion of the sale a cash deposit of the greater of five per cent (5%) percent of the amount bid or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00). Any suc­ cessful bidder shall be required to tender the full balance purchase price so bid in cash or certified check at the time the Trustee ten­ ders to him a deed for the property or at­ tempts to tender such deed, and should said successful bidder fail to pay the full balance purchase price so bid at the time, he shall re­ main liable on his bid as provided for in N.C.Gen.Stat. § 4521.30 (d) and (e). This sale will be held open ten (10) days for upset bids as required by law. This the 10th day of October, 2007 October 17, 2007. Richard J. Kania Substitute Trustee 600-A Drive Centrepark Asheville, North Carolina 28805 . through and including 47 of the Hickory Hill Subdivision near the Town of Jefferson, North Carolina, as shown on plat of the same made by Bobby J. Oliver, RLS L-1276, under date of Septem­ ber 28, 1972 and of re­ cord in Plat Book NO.3, page 74, Ashe County Registry, to which re­ corded plat reference is hereby made for a metes and bounds de­ scription of said lots and also being all of the property of the Grantor's remaining property as conveyed from Erskin Wimberly and wife, Mary' S. Wimberly in Book 126, page 127, Ashe County Registry, said docu­ ment incorporated by reference as though fully set out herein. The above-described property was acquired in Book 229, Page 2291, Ashe County Registry, said docu­ ment incorporated by reference as though fully set out herein. STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION ASHE COUNTY 06 SP 103 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF THE DEED OF TRUST OF CHIEF'S FIRE AND RESCUE, INC. and RICHARD K. ASHLEY and PHYLLIS R. ASHLEY, Grantor(s), To: THURMAN E. BURNETTE, TRUSTEE(S), AND UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, BENE­ FICIARY, As recorded in Deed of Trust Book 260, Page 2160, and Deed of Trust Book 260, Page 2170, and Deed of Trust Book 260, Page 2180, Ashe County Registry. See Substitution(s) of Trustee as recorded in Deed Book 337, Page 2186 Ashe County Registry, appointing Ri­ chard J. Kania as Sub­ stitute Trustee. AMENDED _THiFjD NOTICE OF SALE OF (828) 252-8010 EXHIBIT A SEVENTH TRACT: TO: BEING Lots Nos. 3, 4, 5, 7 through and in­ cluding 18, and lots 27 Richard K. Ashley, Registered Agent for Chief's Fire and Res- 06 SP 103 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF THE DEED OF TRUST OF CHIEF'S FIRE AND RESCUE, INC. and RICHARD K. ASHLEY and PHYLLIS R. ASHLEY, the latest deals on Grantor(s), High Country Council of Governments is as­ To: Mobile Homes by sisting the West Jeffer­ son Planning Board in THURMAN E. BURLocal Dealers developing the plan. NETTE, TRUSTEE(S), Clayton Homes High Country Council AND UNITED STATES Wilkesboro year end of Governments is a re­ OF AMERICA, BENE­ clearance. Save thou­ gional planning agency FICIARY, sands. Double wides, that provides staff sup­ modulars, single wides. port to local govern­ As recorded in Deed of We finance. ments for various proj­ Trust Book 260, Page 2160, and Deed of (336)838-5258. ects. Trust Book 260, Page I have 8 clearance 2170, and Deed of Cnll us at 846 716't models that must go. Save thousands, new ___ credit programs, land home packages, modu­ lars, double wides and single wides. Get your new home for Christ­ mas. Call Big George 336-981-4194 or 336902-6372. Please 'nee again it is leave message. DON'T MISS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY Purchase Selected Children's and maternity Fashion at bargain prices Dorothy's Inc. 225 East Main Street Marion, VA 24354 276-783-5806 Mon - Fri 10 am - 5 pm Sat 10 am - 4 pm GREETINGS TO ALL WEST JEFFERSON RESIDENTS O Subscribe to The Jefferson Post 336-846-7164 Appalachian Ski Mtn. is now taking applications from enthusiastic, customer service oriented individuals for fulltime seasonal employment for the upcoming ski season beginning November 16th. Applications are being accepted for the following areas: Snowmaking Reservations Nursery Office Security Ski Shop Equipment Rentals 21.^ 2007 1195-Legals Restaurant Ice Skating Lift Operations Gift Shop Terrain Park Ticket Cashiers time to vote for your local aldermen of West Jefferson. As you know, I have served you as your alderman for the past sixteen years. I want to thank you for your confidence in giving me this opportunity to serve. Like you, I love our town and take pride in all the accomplishments that together we have achieved. Some of our newer residents may not know that I have been a lifelong resident and a business owner since 1961 in West Jefferson and reside at 201 College Avenue where I was bom. This is one of the many reasons why I have such a desire to see contin­ ued growth and prosperity for this town. My promise, if your vote gives me the opportunity to serve our town once again as your alderman, is to continue to make West Jefferson the town that everyone would like to call home. I am asking for your vote on November 6th. Thank you for your support, Apply in person at the Main Office on the lower level of the lodge 9am-4pm, Monday-Friday Paid for by the Candidate. Brett T. Summey, Sr. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY , NOVEMBER 6, 2007 PAGE 11 Classifieds 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals cue, Inc. Colvard Farm Road Jefferson, NC 28640 Trust Book 260 at 2170, and (3) dated May 16, 2001, filed for record on May 16, 2001, securing indebt­ edness in the original principal amount of $880,000.00 as record­ ed in Deed of Trust Book 260 at Page 2180, Ashe County Registry (hereinafter, the "Deeds of Trust"), and because of the de­ fault of in the payment of the indebtedness thereby secured and the failure of to carry out or perform the stip­ ulations and agree­ ments therein con­ tained and pursuant to the demand of the owner and holder of the indebtedness se­ cured by the Deeds of Trust, and pursuant to the Order of the Clerk of Superior Court for Ashe County, North Carolina, entered in this foreclosure pro­ ceeding, the under­ signed, Richard J. Kania, Substitute Trustee, will expose for sale at public auction on No- 12:00 P.M. at the door may be required to de­ posit with the Trustee immediately upon con­ clusion of the sale a cash deposit of the greater of five per cent (5%) percent of the amount bid or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00). Any suc­ cessful bidder shall be required to tender the full balance purchase price so bid in cash or certified check at the time the Trustee ten­ ders to him a deed for the property or at­ tempts to tender such deed, and should said successful bidder fail to pay the full balance purchase price so bid at the time, he shall re­ main liable on his bid as provided for in N.C.Gen.Stat. § 4521.30 (d) and (e). Richard J. Kania post, corner of Hickory right-of-way of the Hill Subdivision; thence 30.00 feet roadway. with said line S 38.04 W 594.70 feet to a This being lots 4, 3, 2, post; thence with the 1, 14, 13, and portions Baxter Grubb line S 18- of lots 11 and 12 of the 29 E 272.39 feet to an Maude Badger Estate iron stake; S 45-29 W as shown on plat of 43.51 feet to an iron same recorded Regis­ stake; thence with a di­ ter of Deeds of Ashe vision line S 31-22 E County in Plat Book 20.16 feet to a 12" lo­ . Page . cust; S 31-22 E 398.43 According to a survey feet to an iron stake; S by Bobby J. Oliver & 31-22 E 15.53 feet to Associates. P.A. RLS the centerline of a L-1276. 30.00 feet right-of-way; thence with the center- The above described line of said right-of-way EIGHTH TRACT was N 43-32 E 184.86 feet acquired in Book 156, to an iron stake; N 47- page 1907, Ashe 36 E 189.44 feet to an County Registry, said iron stake; S 37.01 E document incorporated 50.21 feet to an iron by reference as though stake; thence leaving fully set out herein and road and with line of has a physical address tract 5 N 63-00 E of 780 West Main 149.30 feet to an iron Street, Jefferson, NC stake in the Rick Ash­ 28640. ley line (formerly Dr. Freeman); thence with said line N 24-18 W 231.17 feet to an iron stake at post; N 55-44 E 383.10 feet to the point of BEGINNING containing 15.445 acres inclusive of the Richard K. Ashley 200 Ashley Farm Trail Jefferson, NC 28640 Phyllis R. Ashley 200 Ashley Farm Trail Jefferson, NC 28640 Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in those cer­ tain deeds of trust exe­ cuted and delivered by the above-named Grantors to United States of America, and (1) dated May 16, 2001, filed for record on May 16, 2001, se­ curing indebtedness in the original principal amount of $220,000.00 as recorded in Deed of Trust Book 260 at Page 2160, Ashe County Registry and (2) dated May 16, 2001, filed for record on May 16, 2001, se­ curing indebtedness in the original principal amount of $500,000.00 as recorded in Deed of of the Ashe County Courthouse, Jefferson, North Carolina, the real property in Ashe Coun­ ty, North Carolina (in­ cluding any improve­ ments thereon) as de­ scribed in the attached Exhibit A hereto. The sale will be made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, restric­ tions and easements of record and assess­ ments, if any. The record owner of the above-described real property as reflect­ ed on the records of the County Register of Deeds not more than ten (10) days prior to the posting of this No­ tice is: Chief's Fire and Res­ cue, Inc. Richard K. Ashley Phyllis R. Ashley Pursuant to N.C.Gen.Stat. § 45-21.10(b), and the terms of the Deeds of Trust, any successful bidder This sale will be held open ten (10) days for upset bids as required by law. This the 10th day of October, 20070ctober 17, 2007. Substitute Trustee Centrepark 600-A Drive Asheville, North Caroli­ na 28805 (828) 252-8010 Publish: November 6, 2007 November 13, 2007 EXHIBIT A EIGHTH TRACT: BEGINNING on an iron stake in the western line of Lawfield Acres Subdivision, said iron being the northeast corner of the Rick Ash­ ley property and being the eastern most cor­ ner of the Grubb prop­ erty: thence with the Lawfield Acres Subdivi­ sion line N 19-18 W 241.54 feet to an iron stake: N 35-56 W 56.63 feet to a post; N 31-11 W 471.21 feet to an iron stake; S 38-21 W 338.27 feet to a TREE SERVICE T Northwest Lawn Care, Inc. CLEARING & GRADING • Foundations • Drainage/Erosion Control • Land Clearing • Road Construction • Water Gardens & Landscaping Wesley Calhoun 977-9040 • 846-4688 • 977-4882 , csr SOOfTOG / \ FREE ESTIMATES! 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A Private Trash Service 1MB We are now accepting new Garbage Service includes: Weekly or Biweekly Pickup Residential, Light Commercial and Small Business Accepted Contact us at: 828-394-4944, 828-292-3211 or 336-977-0509 Toll Free: 877-217-9866 • nam - 6pm ynoo • 8am opm 336-982-5145 fireflycanoQ@yahoo.com III mam Um Mm-i �PAGE 12 TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Time to change driving habits, NCDOT warns RALEIGH - The N.C. De­ partment of Transportation is reminding motorists that daylight saving time ended on Sunday, Nov. 4 at 2 a.m., and they need to be alert to the change. The switch back to standard time means the sun will set an hour earlier in the day and leave less light for evening commuters. "It will become dark ear­ lier in the afternoon, and motorists need to pay extra attention," said Cliff Braam, traffic safety specialist for the NCDOT. "We urge caution, because other vehicles, bicy­ clists, and pedestrians are harder to see at dusk and at dark." According to NCDOT sta­ tistics, 810 pedestrians state­ wide were involved in vehicle crashes during dusk and nighttime hours last year. NCDOT also calculates 199 crashes involving bicyclists and vehicles occurred across the state during the same time of day in 2006. NCDOT recommends driv­ ers follow these tips to make the roads safer for everyone: Check all vehicle lights to ensure they work properly. This includes headlights, parking lights, turn signals/ emergency flashers, brake lights, tail and marker lights, interior lights and instru­ mentation lighting; Make sure your vehicle's headlights are on and aimed properly; Use the night setting on your rearview mirror to avoid glare from oncoming head­ lights; Switch your headlights from high beam to low beam as oncoming vehicles ap­ proach; Drive cautiously. Be alert and watchful for bicyclists and pedestrians on the road­ side, as well as at crosswalks. They may not see or hear you coming; Supervise small children as they enter and exit the ve­ hicle, especially when park­ ing on a street. Let them get in or out through a curbside door away from traffic; Remove sunglasses at Mountain Aire dusk to increase visibility. Motorists often forget they are wearing them; Keep your eyes moving from side to side while driv­ ing, rather than focusing on the center line or the road ahead. This practice keeps your eyes adjusted to the dark and helps avoid "high­ way hypnosis," a state which impairs reaction time; and Be sure you are well rest­ ed. Adjusting to the loss of an hour of sleep can make you tired. Do not drive if you feel drowsy. Safety tips for pedestrians and bicyclists: Wear brightly colored clothing or reflective gear that is easily illuminated by a vehicle's headlights; Use crosswalks. Do not jaywalk; Look both ways before crossing the street; and Walk on sidewalks when possible and face oncoming traffic. Standard time will remain in effect until March 9, 2008 at 2 a.m. For more information on driving safely at night or in other special circumstances, consult the North Carolina Driver's Handbook. To get a copy, call 1-877-DOT-4YOU or visit www.ncdot.org/dmv/ driver_services/drivershandbook. Smoking ban coming Jan. 1 RALEIGH — With the start of the New Year, smoking will be prohibited in all state government facilities in ac­ cordance with G.S. 130A-493. Lawmakers took this step in recognition of studies which found that exposure to second­ hand smoke increases the risk of cancer, heart disease and asthma. "State employees who smoke need to know they will no longer be permitted to do so in state government facilities, including leased office space," said Administration Secretary Britt Cobb. "For those inter­ ested in quitting, this change might be just the motivation to succeed." Effective Jan. 1, 2008, Ses­ sion Law 2007-193 applies to all: • buildings owned by the state, • buildings leased by the state as lessor (i.e., landlord), and • the area of any building leased and occupied by the state as lessee (i.e., tenant). State legislators considered the findings of both the 2006 Surgeon General's Report and North Carolina's Justus-War­ ren Heart Disease and Stroke Task Force, which found sci­ entific evidence of health risks caused by involuntary expo­ sure to second-hand smoke. Effective cessation support is available at no cost to state employees and all North Caro­ lina citizens through N.C. To­ bacco Use Quitline. This service is staffed by coaches trained to assist callers through the entire quitting process. Calls are free and confidential, and coaches will call you back, upon request, to monitor progress and answer questions. Call the toll-free service at 1-800-QUITNOW (1-800-784-8669) be­ tween 8 a.m. and 12 midnight, seven days a week. Services like the N.C. To­ bacco Use Quitline have been shown in the medical litera­ ture to improve the chances of quitting. State employees who participate in the State Health Plan may purchase the nico­ tine patch or other approved cessation medications for a re­ duced co-pay. The combination of the ces­ sation medication and support from the N.C. Tobacco Use Quitline provides the most ef­ fective assistance for smokers wanting to quit. For additional information, visit the Tobac­ co Prevention and Control Branch website at http^/www. tobaccopreventionandcontrol. ncdhlis.gov. Enter the Mt. Aire Seafood / Jefferson Post 1Football (Contest seafood & steaks Each weekly winner will be entered into a drawing to be held at Mountain Aire Seafood for a $50.00 Gift Certificate at the end of the Football Contest in December. Please see our Friday editions for the winner information for the weekly Football Contest. Thanks to everyone for playing the Mountain Aire Seafood / Jefferson Post Football Contest! 1 .The games listed by number in each advertisement correspond to the lines in the entry blank. Some advertisements may contain more than one game. Simply write on the correct lines in the entry blank which team you think will win. 2. At the bottom of the entry blank is the Tiebreaker. In the space indicated guess the total combined number of points that will be scored by both teams in that game. | A $20 Gift Certificate from Mountain Aire Seafood will be 3. awarded to the entrant predicting the most winners. In the event | ties the Tiebreaker will be employed to decide the winning of entrant. In the event the Tiebreaker does not break the tie the I prize will be divided equally. 4. In the event games are postponed they will only count in that week's contest if they are played within • that week's contest period. The contest period covers games from Friday through the following Thursday. | Entries may be mailed to: Jefferson Post at P.O. Box 808, West 5. Jefferson, NC 28694 or brought to the office at 203 S. Second I Ave., West Jefferson. All mail entries must be postmarked by - the post office no later than the Friday preceding the start of the • contest period and be received no later than Monday's mail. All • entries hand delivered must be at the office of Jefferson Post no * later than 5 p.m. on the Friday starting the contest week. | Limit of one entry per person, per envelope, per contest date. 6. All entries must be on entry forms clipped from Jefferson Post. I No photographically reproduced or hand drawn entries will be . accepted, I 7. All entries become the property of Jefferson Post. The decision | the judges is final. of 8. Winners will be announced as soon after the date of the contest period as judging allows. 9. 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NC 28659 336-667-6III • 336-838-8085 www.specialtycarcompany.com Dealer# lo834 �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2007 PAGE 13 COMMUNITY EVENTS Children's Christmas Project now underway Ashe County Children's Christmas Project is well un­ der way. We have 425 children that need your help this year. If your church, Sunday School Class, organization or you as an individual would like to sponsor a child, call 246-5631 and you will receive all the in­ formation needed to begin this process. Also 900 new books for Children are needed to give with the Christmas Gifts. New Books can be dropped off at Ashe County Library, McDonalds, Partnership for Children and the Ashe Bap­ tist Association Office before December 7th. If you want to help wrap gifts at Family Cen­ tral in December 3-7 call Dawn Goodman at 246-2461. If you want to help on distribution day let is know. We need your help. Without you we cannot complete this project. Thank you Ashe County for caring about children. Monday November 5 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m.:The American Red Cross will have a blood drive at the Ashe Campus of Wilkes Community College. 6 p.m.: Ashe Services for Ag­ ing presents "Learn Changes in Medicare and Medicare Part D" at the Senior Center. Each one in attendance will receive a small gift item. Presenter: Josiah Bova, field operational manager for the N.C. Department of Insur­ ance. 6:30 p.m.: The Peak Creek Ruritan Club will meet at the Peak Creek Community Center, Hwy. 88 East, Laurel Springs. After the meal there will be a program and a business meeting. Visitors are welcome. For more informa­ tion, call 982-9538. 7 p.m.: Monthly meeting of the National Alliance on Mental Illness in Senior Center at the Watauga County Human Ser­ vices Building in Boone. Fea­ tured speaker will be Rep. Cullie Tarleton, N.C. House of Rep­ resentatives. Contact Francine Barr at 828-263-5654 for more information. Tuesday November 6 Wilkes Community College - Ashe Campus Continuing Education Department is offer­ ing the following classes: Real Estate Broker—Contracts & Closings : On Tuesdays, be­ ginning November 6 thru No­ vember 27, from 9:00 am until 5:30 pm at the Ashe Campus. Tuition is $55. For more informa­ tion, call 846-3900. 6 p.m.: Family Math Night at Mountain View Elementary School cafeteria. Presented by Appalachian State University's Department of Mathematical Sciences. Third grade students will sing, and Dr. Bill McGalliard will help everyone understand the mathematical concepts the children are learning. Wednesday November 7 11 a.m.: Mountain Hearts Cen­ ter for Prevention and Well­ ness presents 'To Choose or Friday November 9 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Wilkes Community College will offer a continuing education update and elective for real estate agents. An elective entitled 'The Price is Right" will also be held on Nov. 9 from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. Anne Rasheed will be the presenter for both courses. Additionally, "Art of the Short Sale," an elective pre­ sented by Julia Iden, will be of­ fered on Nov. 10 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost will be $45 per course. For more information or to preregister, contact Phyllis Vannoy at 336-838-6166 or Dena Wiles at 336-838-6210. 5:30 p.m.: "Songs for the De­ cades," a benefit concert for A Safe Home for Everyone at Ashe Civic Center. Refreshments will be available. Admission $2, all proceeds benefit A.S.H.E. Not to Choose!" Karen Creed, Registered Dietitian, will help un­ tangle some of the myths about carbohydrates and guide us in making healthy choices. Please cal 846-0744 to register for this free educational offering. .Ail Day Sunshine Sunday — 7 p.m.: Revival at Gillespie Com­ presentations at churches to munity Church, through Nov. 11. increase awareness of suicide Services on Sunday, Nov. 11, prevention. Call 846-0781 to will be at 6 p.m. The evangelist get materials for your church. is Bro. Vernon Luttrell from Co­ 11 a.m.: Glendale Springs lumbia, Ky. For more informa­ Presbyterian Church will have tion, call Pastor Jim Francis at special singing with Larry Bailey 384-2560. and Group from Beulah Presby­ terian in Wilkesboro. 2 p.m.: The Calvary Free Will tickets are required, but a love offering will be collected for the group. The church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd., just across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. For more information and/or directions, call Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743 or Paul Jones at (336)982-3478. 6 p.m.: Special singing from the Bluff Mountain Boys will be held at Bristol Baptist Church. Please come and join us! Cardwell Freewill Baptist Church in Saltville, VA, as the visiting evangelist on Sunday, November 11th at 6:30 p.m. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek com­ munity. The Pastor, Reverend Charlie McCoy and the congre­ gation invite everyone to attend. Thursday November 8 7:30-9:30 a.m. Cholesterol & Blood Sugar Screenings at AMH Mountain Hearts-Cost is Baptist Church of Glendale Springs, NC, is pleased to pres­ ent in concert, The Primitive Quartet, on Sunday, November $15. The test includes total Cho­ 11 at 2:00 p.m. The Primitive lesterol, LDL, HDL,Triglycerides' Quartet has been traveling and and Blood Sugar. Must fast for singing gospel music thirty-four 12 hours. By appointment only. years, and today travels ap­ Call 846-0744. proximately fifty thousand miles 10:30-11:30 a.m.: Ashe Servic­ a year and performs nearly es for Aging hosts a program one hundred fifty dates annu­ on "Your Family Emergency ally. Their music is the traditional Plan" at the Senior Center. Light mountain shape note style sing­ refreshments will be served. ing accompanied by acoustical 1:30 p.m.: Ashe County Middle instruments including the man­ School invites the community dolin, banjo, fiddle, guitars, and to its Veterans' Day program acoustic bass. This yearly event in the gymnasium. If you are a is always standing room only, so veteran and plan to attend, call come early for a good seat. No ACMS at 384-3591 and give the secretary your name. November 14 6 p.m.: Ashe County Garden Club will have their annual holi­ day party and dinner. Members are reminded to get checks for the event to Don Johnson, treasurer, by the end of Octo­ ber. The club meets the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m. For more information about the club or the dinner, call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. Landmark Baptist Church will have Rev. Sam Hawkins from Tuesday November 13 All Day Books are Fun Sale at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Great educational Christmas gifts for children plus oodles of unique items. Proceeds will help support the hospital. Wednesday All Day Books are Fun Sale at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Great educational Christmas gifts for children plus oodles of unique items. Proceeds will help support the hospital. Thursday November 15 9 a.m.-6 p.m.: Annual Christ­ mas Bazaar at Ashe Services for Aging, Senior Center. For more information, call 2464347. Friday November 16 9 a.m.-6 p.m.: Annual Christ­ mas Bazaar at Ashe Services for Aging, Senior Center. For more information, call 2464347. PUBLIC NOTICE Sunday November 11 Monday November 12 Let it be known during a due diligence environmental testing of the Old Beaver Creek High School Property it was discovered the Ashe County Poor Farm Cemetery was located on the land, which is now known as the Beaver Creek Industrial Park. Plans are underway to relocate the Cemetery to a spot in the lower section of the property. Under General Statute 65-13 this notice is asking the next-of-kin, or anyone who knows any of the persons buried in the cemetery or can provide additional information on the individuals buried there, please contact the Ashe County Planning Department Director, Zack Fdwardson - 336-219-2501 or Jim Reeves, Vannoy and Reeves Attorney At Law - 336-246-7172. Persons believed to be buried there are as follows: Lawrence Brown, Murray Eastridge, Bennie Griffin, Cleve Hurley, Ace Miller, Millie Perry, Suzy Pope, Celia Mitchell Pugh, Sara Pugh, William Richardson, Sherf Riley, Martha Pennington Shaw, Jesse Willard and two persons with only surnames Francis and Plummer. All persons listed were buried between 1914 and 1950. 7:30 p.m.: "Male Intellect, An Oxymoron?" A combination of theatre and stand-up comedy that explores the age-old ques­ tion: What do women want? Tickets $12 adults, $5 students. Call 846-ARTS for info. r m 9M Miss CANCER THAT Pick the winner of the rgce & win $20! Be sure to watch the Checker Auto Parts 500 on Sunday, November 11th and play the NASCAR contest with the Jefferson Post. Please check our Friday, November 16 edition for the winner information on this race. Saturday, November 10,2007 ' 8 A.M.-Until OPEN TO THE PUBLIC fTB Ultrasound Scans • Carotid Arteries (stroke risk) & Thyroid Gland for cancer $50 • Abdomen for early cancers of the liver, spleen, pancreas, adrenal gland, kidneys, gallstones, aortic aneurysm $50 Heart Disease is linked to the Carotid and Aortic • Osteoporosis $29 Blood Screening 1. |Race _ 1 a West Jefferson firm (NOT Afflicated with Life Line) Appointments Required: Checker Auto Carte S00 Phoenix International Raceway 11-11-07 Race Winner Your Name Your Address I City. • Complete lipids & diabetic panel • Complete two liver panels $25 Presented by Ultrascreen, Inc. Pit: Stop for Prizes Contest Rules State -Zip. Phone # • I TIE BREAKER: (PLEASE GUESS THE NUMBER OF CAUTIONS DURING THIS RACE) Mail this form to: Jefferson Post. PO Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694, or bring by our office at 203 S. Sec ond Ave. in West Jefferson • u • I 2. Only one (1) entry per person per race. Duplicate entries will void all entries tor that person, tor that race. You may enter as many separate races as you like throughout the contest. 3. Entry form is published with the contest each race. In order to be eligible you must use the official entry form for that race from the JEFFERSON POST or its facsimile. 4. How to Win - Write down the name of the driver you think will win that week's race on the entry torm. If you answer correctly, you win $20. In the event of a tie, the person guessing closest to the number of cautions during the race will win $20. 5. Ail entries must be received in the office of the JEFFERSON POST no later than 5:00pm the Friday before the race that is entered. Due to the change in ownership of the Jefferson Post, we are unable to continue to offer Bonus Points for the Nascar Contest. We will continue to award a weekly prize of $20 to the winner of the Nascar Contest. No Purchase Necessary to Win 1-877-763-3344 www.ultrascreen.us i Medical Director Dr. Lynn Borchert on site for same day results. etcher Memorial Baptist Church 201 South Street Jefferson, NC 28640 Sponsored By: 'etcher Memorial Baptist Church WEST JEFFERSON CHEVROLET AN AMERICAN REVOLUTION West Jefferson, NC • 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy.net Eilfl 1*111El EMI Fimilll&F King of the Mountain phrysler • jOps^'-'xChpysler« Jeep • Dodge New 2007 2000 West US Ram 1500 Reg Cab |fwy 421 SXT4X2 wilkesboro, NC Hp $13,888 866-380-2458 Parker Tie Company Inc. Building Supply and Hardware 19 South 3rd Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 www.parkertie.doitbest.com (336) 246-2611 Win! CCS, Inc. (§) YAM AHA of Jeffersonl nstreet • Jefferson, NC » 8' �PAGE 14 TUESDAY/ NOVEMBER 6, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS New book share Civil War memories of Ashe man BOONE—A new book on the Civil War as it played out in the mountains of North Carolina will be re­ leased by Appalachian State University on Sunday, Nov. 18, at the Riverview Community Center in Creston. "Neighbor to Neigh­ bor: A Memoir of Fam­ ily, Community and Civil War in Appala­ chian North Carolina" features the Civil War memoir of Ashe Coun­ ty native William A. Wilson (1861-1951). A missionary to Japan for most of his life, Wilson was the youngest son of eight children born to Caroline and Isaac Wilson, a lieutenant in the Confederate Army who was murdered in his own cornfield while home on furlough. The book explores local history and hon­ ors the ancestors of many local residents. It is co-edited by . Sandra L. Ballard, edi-| tor of the "Appalachian ! Journal," and Leila E. Weinstein, a graduate student in Appala­ chian Studies. Historic maps, family photo­ graphs, a family tree, and other historical documents illustrate the Wilson memoir. "Neighbor to Neigh­ bor" will be available for the first time Nov. 18 at Georgia examines the com­ Riverview Community Cen­ plex role of memory in the ter in Creston in Ashe County, writing of family recollec­ where there will be a potluck tions. Martin Crawford, histo­ dinner beginning at 1 p.m. A rian in the School of American talk with the editors and Pa­ Studies at the University of tricia Beaver, director of the Keele in England and author Center for Appalachian Stud­ of "Ashe County's Civil War," ies, and a booksigning will be­ offers historical perspectives gin at 1:30 p.m. The public is for understanding the mem­ invited. oir with his research into cen­ This fascinating book in­ sus records, letters and other cludes genealogical informa­ primary documents. tion, an extensive index, and Amy Murrell Taylor, au­ three essays by scholars who thor of "The Divided Family place the memoir in historical in Civil War America," says context. Beaver, who is also that this book "offers a vivid an anthropologist, provides portrayal of life in Civil War an ethnographic look at the Appalachia as well as a pow­ Ashe County location where erful contrast to the more events took place and tracks numerous accounts of battle­ recent changes to communi­ field heroics and plantation ties located in the headwa­ life during the war years. For ters of the New River's North this reason alone, it should Fork. become priority reading for Civil War historian John anyone with an interest in Inscoe of the University of the Civil War." Blue Ridge Opportunity Commission, Inc. (BROC) is a local non-profit community action agency, a partner agen­ cy of United Way of Wilkes County and a member of Wil­ kes Chamber of Commerce, which serves low-income residents in the tri-county areas of Alleghany, Ashe and Wilkes Counties. BROC's mission is to alleviate the hardships faced by low-income residents in these areas and there is definitely a chill in the night air with frost on car windows in the morning and most families across the tri-county areas are turning up their thermostats. There's no doubt winter is around the corner and families are begin­ ning to think about the im­ pact of higher energy prices that will affect their budgets this coming year. BROC operates the Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) in Alleghany, Ashe and Wilkes as part of its overall effort to help people of lowincome gain the basic neces­ sities and achieve economic self-sufficiency. Since its inception in 1976, WAP has weatherized more than 5.6 million homes across the na­ tion. BROC has weatherized a total of 4,848 homes (Ashe 1,542, Alleghany 1,159 and Wilkes 2,147) in the tri-county area. "This has enabled fami­ lies to conserve energy and reduce their costs for heating, cooking, and electricity. BROC Weatherization technicians use computerized energy audits and diagnostic technologies, such as blower doors and duck blaster, to de­ termine the most cost-effec­ tive measures for each home. The technicians also check furnaces and appliances for carbon monoxide. The work also includes weather-stripping of doors and windows, caulking of cracks and holes, insulating attics, walls and floors and replacement of electric water heaters. The Governor, Michael F. Easley, of North Carolina, recently announced that October 30, 2007 will be known throughout the state as "Weatherization Day." "The dedication of this day as "Weatherization Day" cel­ ebrates the accomplishment of the Weatherization Assis­ tance Program, an excellent federal, state and local part­ nership," said Governor Easley. Funded by the US Depart­ ment of Energy in Washing­ ton, DC, the North Carolina Subscribe today and save! Call 846-7164 ABSOLUTE AUCTION November 10th, 2007 -11 AM 96.513+/-ACRES IN 10 TRACTS 159 HIGHLANDS PARKWAY- MOUTH OF WILSON, VA. THE ESTATE OF THE LATE JAMES B WELLS HOME-TIMBER-CREEK FRONTAGE Weatherization Day marked across state by Dare Stromer BROC Executive Director For more information or directions to Riverview Com­ munity Center, call the Cen­ ter for Appalachian Studies at (828) 262-4089 or the River­ view Community Center at (336) 385-9812. "Neighbor to Neighbor" also will be available at the University Bookstore on cam­ pus. program administered by the Office of Economic Op­ portunity in cooperation, pri­ marily, with the state's Com­ munity Action Agencies, has produced energy cost reduc­ tions averaging 25% in the winters, affecting hundreds of thousands of people, many of whom are elderly and dis­ abled. In the winter of 2006, weatherized homes nationally saved 1.9 billion dollars. It re­ duced average annual energy costs by $300 per household, at currently prices. This is a dramatic savings for a family on a fixed income. Weather­ ization works by helping lowincome households, includ­ ing the elderly, disabled or families with children to have safer homes through updated heating and cooling systems, reducing fire and health haz­ ards. The Department of Energy National Weatherization Of­ fice offered these comments about Weatherization Day: "Every day, in every state, and every community, staff from 900 local agencies from every state, and every com­ munity are hard at work in the homes of truly needy families making a real differ­ ence in their lives. For many of these families, the money is so stretched that they must make hard decisions about heating their homes or eat­ ing. The Weatherization re­ cipients are better able to cope with rising prices. Fam­ ilies experience an average energy use reduction of 20 percent or more. This means that hundreds of dollars are put back in their pockets to THE OBSERVATION DECK buy groceries, visit a doctor, buy medicine, improve hous­ ing quality and have better health and their homes more safe. Who wouldn't be proud of a program that can do this every day: We're happy to help the public better under­ stand the work and worth of this wonderful program. For us it's Weatherization Day ever Day!!" For more information about the Weatherization Assistance Program, please call Louise Ham CSBG Case Manager in Ashe County at 336-384-4543, Betty Bled­ soe, CSBG Case Manager in Alleghany County at 336372-7284 or Jim Absher, Weatherization Coordinator, Tri-County in Wilkes County at 336-667-7174. THIS PROPERTY HAS IT ALL! BREATHTAKING VIEWS, FRONTAGE ON BIG WILSON CREEK KNOW FOR EXCELLENT FISHING-WILDLIFE, INCLUDING DEER AND TURKEY EXCELLENT TIMBER-BUILDING SITES-SECLUSION JUST MINUTES FROM MOUNT ROGERS NATIONAL RECREATION AREA TIMBER ON ON THE PROPERTY HAS BEEN ESTIMATED AT 1482,000 BOARD FEET OF PINE, POPLAR, OAK, ETC. NOTE: Potential Buyers of Tract U S with the Farm House will have from October 30th to November 9th, 2007 to Conduct a Lead Based Pain Test if so Desired. TERMS: 10% Down Day of Sale With Balance Within 30 Days upon Delivery of Deed SALE CONDUCTED FOR the heirs of the Estate of James B. Wells From Independence,l^LgotJ^Rtc. 58 West 16.8 Miles to Volnfcy, Va.-Intersection of US RTE 58 and RTE 16- Turn Left on Rte. 58 and Go 0.3 Miles to the Property. 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Af Bank (336) 246-4344 ( www.afgrp.com Mer �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2007 PAGE 15 COMMUNITY NEWS Mountain View announces first quarter honor roll Sixth Grade "A" Honor Roll Avery Brewer Tabitha Day Luke Eggers Kelsey Hayes Jacob Holman Samantha Kepple Kathryn Little Morgan Koontz Lauren Neaves Makensie Shatley Mary Austin Tugman - Sixth Grade "A-B" Honor Roll Cullen Ashley Sierra Durham Frank Ledezma -Zack May Jared Nemeth Kendra Nethery Kayra Osborne Whitney Wood Rusty Bare Hannah Blevins Grayson Gilley Tyler Lambert Molly Lyle Kayla Osborne Alexis Ramos Michael Elliott Anna Gonzalez Emily Ham Alex Laws Casey Roberts Jordan Ashe Alex Barker Dalton Bosley Sloan Elliott Dustin Guy Samanta Jaramillo Lucinda Lewis Jacob Reece Christina Simmons Brandon Wingler Fifth Grade MA" Honor Roll Rosalie AlfT Kelly Brooks Caitlyn Hall Kristen Huffman Jordan Reedy Maggie Witherspoon Josh Adolph Jacob Blevins Tyler Eller Zachary Hopson Emily Long McKenzi Wallace Brandon Blevins Juliana Eaton Abby Lopp Taylor May Sara Young Kim Busby Abby Cole Jacob McKiddy Justin Roland Fifth Grade "A-B" Honor Roll Jason Baker McKenzie Black Jacob Bledsoe Kara Day Morgan Girtman Trent Pruitt Kaleb Sexton Marissa Sheets Katie Waddell Jacob Worley Leah Badger Maggie Barcenas Hunter Barnes Brooke Greer Clayton Hartzog Rosie Olvera Alex Rosales Helmer Alvarez Carrie Barbour Joseph Barker Ethan Bennett Thomas McNeill Katie Miller Cody Osborne Dylan Roberts Seth Shatley Nicholas Warden Alex Bare Amber Dishman Josh Goodman Bradley Lucas Ewen Sanford Cierra Sawyer Fourth Grade "A" Honor Roll Mason Calloway Tori Colvard Corey Badger Madison Spainhour Alexis Treadway Sarah Caldera Ethan Lewis Brandy Barker Fourth Grade "A-B" Honor Roll Matthew Blevins Takoda Holman Shawn McKiddy Abby Miller Mary Morgan Blake Neal Bradley Richie Cypress Taylor Brianna Walton John Ray Wilbourn Derrick Barker Wiley Dillard Issac Jaramillo Alex Kissinger Kaylyn Osborne Linda Santes Sabrina Walton Dakota Ward Alexis Wray Austin Blevins Jonathan Bumgardner Samantha French Mahala Land Dakota Little Sydney Neaves Avery Taylor Osvaldo Barcenas Kathryn Bard Jade Hannewald Dylan Howell Chance Hutchens C.J. Johnson Jordan Reedy Darbie Segraves LeeAnna Shaw Third Grade "A" Honor Roll Daniel Busby Connor Jones Adrianna Vannoy Samuel Henson Griffin Ingledue Third Grade "A-B" Honor Roll Josh Hutchens Ben Matheson Dante Shuler Jacob Smith Josiah Smith Cody Blevins Landon Calhoun Haley Gambill Kristian Lonidier Daisey-Anne Mullis Olivia Patton Austin Barnes Brooke Brown Bruce Burgess Mandy Darnell Cheyenne Eicher Gabriel Elliott Dylan Little Jonathan Shaw Kayli Williams Allen Barker Sierra Eicher Brandon Greer Alexis Howell Shanna Huffman Austin Lyall Ashton Peden McKinsie Roland Ethan Sizemore Katie Henson Megan Howell Sierra Mahaffey Ben Osborne Daniel Houck Ethan Dunnagan Jacob Cruey Rachel Coffey Jacob Severt Matthew Baker Ryder Howell Change your smoke alarm batteries now, Long says RALEIGH — Insurance Commissioner Jim Long en­ courages all North Carolin­ ians to make safety a priority by changing smoke alarm bat­ teries when turning back the clock during daylight-saving time on Nov. 4, or immediately after that. "Last year in North Caro­ lina, in nearly a third of all reported homes fire, there wasn't a smoke alarm pres­ ent," explains Commissioner Long, who also serves as the State Fire Marshal. "So for those homes, the occupants inside had no early warnings in place to alert them to the fire — that is a scary thought." Even though homes built today are required to have smoke Jim Long alarms installed in every bedroom, outside every sleep­ ing area and on every level, if the alarms aren't functioning properly, they won't help those people inside, he added. The Department often hears of people disconnecting their smoke alarms because the devices are too sensitive and are triggered by steam or smoke given off while cooking. A smoke alarm should never be disconnected; instead ho­ meowners should try relocat­ ing it farther from kitchens or bathrooms, where cooking fumes and steam can cause the alarm to sound. To protect your home and family, follow these smoke alarm installation and main­ tenance tips (from NFPA, www.nfpa.org): •Install smoke alarms on every level of your home, in­ cluding the basement, making MAKE YOUR PET FAMOUS! The Jefferson Post 2008 Calendar will feature Ashe County's Cutest and MOST OUTRAGES Pet's. All pictures need to be sent in by Nov 9th. You can mail to Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, W e s t J e f f e r s o n , drop photo o f f or email to editorial@jeffersonpost. com. NO CHARGE! For the Photos Editorial Staff will choose the 12 best photos and they will be the Jefferson Post 2008 Calendar. sure that there is an alarm outside every separate sleep­ ing area. New homes are re­ quired to have a smoke alarm in every sleeping room and all smoke alarms must be inter­ connected. •Hard-wired smoke alarms operate on your household electrical current. They can be interconnected so that ev­ ery alarm sounds regardless of the fire's location. This is an advantage in early warning, because it gives occupants ex­ tra time to escape if they are in one part of the home and a fire breaks out in another part. Alarms that are hard-wired should have battery backups in case of a power outage, and should be installed by a quali­ fied electrician. •If you, or someone in your home is deaf or hard of hear­ ing, consider installing an alarm that combines flashing lights, vibration and/or sound. •Regularly vacuuming or dusting your smoke alarms, following the manufacturer's instructions, can keep them working properly. •Smoke alarms don't last forever. Replace yours once every 10 years. If you can't remember how old the alarm is, then it's probably time for a new one. •Consider installing smoke alarms with "long-life" (10year) batteries. NORTH CAROLINA ASHE COUNTY JAMES HERMAN PATRICK, and wife. MATTIE PATRICK; MARGARET PATRICK LYALLS and husband. BRUCE LYALLS; and BETTY RUTH PATRICK PENNINGTON, widow PETITIONERS. LOUISE PATRICK COX. and husband. ROGER COX; SHIRLEY PATRICK BLEDSOE and husband. THOMAS BLED­ SOE; MARIE PATRICK DILLARD and husband. JAMES DILLARD; MARY PATRICK SOLONA. widow; and ANNA MAE PATRICK COOPER, widow RESPONDENTS. IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION BEFORE THE CLERK 07-SP-08 p NOTICE OF SALE UNDER AND BY VIRTUE OF ORDERS entered in this matter by the Clerk of Superior Court of Ashe County, North Caro­ lina. the undersigned court-appointed Commissioners will offer the hereinafter described real property for sale to the highest bidder for cash at 3rd Floor Lobby, Ashe County Courthouse 150 Government Circle Jefferson, North Carolina 10:00 o'clock a.m. November 8, 2007 The real property shall be offered for sale both as a whole and in designated parts, and then sold by the method which is most advantageous and produces the highest price. The real property to be offered for sale as a whole is described as follows: BEING 123.751 acres of land located along NCSR 1310 and NCSR 1312 in Laurel Township, Ashe County, North Carolina, and more particularly described as follows: Parcel I, containing 14.280 acres and Parcel II, containing 109.471 acres, as the same are shown and more particularly de­ scribed on plat numbers 07257S-1,07257S-2. 07257S-3,07257S-4. 07257S-5, 07257S-6.07257S-7, and 07257S-8, entitled "Boundary Survey of the Property of the Heirs of Granville D. Patrick," prepared by Appalachian Professional Land Sur­ veyors & Consultants, PA. Frank L. Hayes, PLS No. L-1488. and recorded in Plat Book 007 Page 034, Sheets 1 through 8, inclusive, Ashe County, North Carolina, Public Registry; and being in the aggregate all of Tracts 1, 2,3.4, 5 and 6 described below. The real property will also be offered for sale in designated parts. The real property to be offered in designated parts is de­ scribed as follows: BEING all those tracts or parcels of land located along NCSR 1310 and NCSR 1312 in Laurel Township. Ashe County. North Carolina, and more particularly described as follows: Tract 1, containing 18.845 acres, as shown and described on plat number 07257S3, entitled "Boundary Survey of the Property of the Heirs of Granville D. Patrick, Sheet Three of Eight," prepared by Appalachian Professional Land Surveyors & Consul­ tants, PA, Frank L. Hayes, PLS No. L-1488, and recorded in Plat Book 007 Page 034, Sheets 1 through 8, at Sheet 3. Ashe County, North Carolina. Public Registry. Tract 2, containing 23.587 acres, as shown and described on plat number 07257S4, entitled "Boundary Survey of the Property of the Heirs of Granville D. Patrick, Sheet Four of Eight." prepared by Appalachian Professional Land Surveyors & Consul­ tants, PA, Frank L. Hayes, PLS No. L-1488, and recorded in Plat Book 007 Page 034. Sheets 1 through 8, at Sheet 4, Ashe County, North Carolina, Public Registry. Tract 3, containing 20.569 acres, as shown and described on plat number 07257S5, entitled "Boundary Survey of the Property of the Heirs of Granville D. Patrick, Sheet Five of Eight," prepared by Appalachian Professional Land Surveyors & Consul­ tants, PA. Frank L. Hayes, PLS No. L-1488, and recorded in Plat Book 007 Page 034, Sheets 1 through 8, at Sheet 5, Ashe County, North Carolina, Public Registry. Tract 4, containing 20.813 acres, as shown and described on plat number 07257S6. entitled "Boundary Survey of the Property of the Heirs of Granville D. Patrick, Sheet Six of Eight," prepared by Appalachian Professional Land Surveyors & Consul­ tants. PA, Frank L. Hayes, PLS No. L-1488. and recorded in Plat Book 007 Page 034, Sheets 1 through 8. at Sheet 6. Ashe County, North Carolina, Public Registry. Tract 5, containing 14.280 acres, as shown and described on plat number 07257S7, entitled "Boundary Survey of the Property of the Heirs of Granville D. Patrick, Sheet Seven of Eight." prepared by Appalachian Professional Land Surveyors & Consul­ tants, PA, Frank L. Hayes, PLS No. L-1488. and recorded in Plat Book 007 Page 034, Sheets 1 through 8. at Sheet 7. Ashe County, North Carolina. Public Registry. Tract 6, containing 25.657 acres, as shown and described on plat number 07257, entitled "Boundary Survey of the Property of the Heirs of Granville D. Patrick," prepared by Appalachian Professional Land Surveyors & Consultants, PA, Frank L. Hayes. PLS No. L-1488, and recorded in Plat Book 007 Page 034. Sheets 1 through 8. at Sheet 8, Ashe County, North Carolina, Public Registry. This sale is. subject to any outstanding ad valorem taxes, including taxes for 2007, prior deed of trust, liens, rights-of-way or casements, if any. and such other encumbrances as may appear of record. This sale will be in all particulars governed by the provisions of N.C.G.S. §1-339.1, ct. seq. The highest bidder will be re­ quired to make a deposit often (10%) percent of the first $10,000.00 and five (5%) of all amounts over the first $10,000.00, as a good faith deposit on said bid. Any successful bidder shall be required to tender the full balance purchase price so bid in cash or certified check at the time the Commissioners tender a Commissioners' Deed for the property. Should said successful bidder fail to pay the full balance purchase price so bid at that time, the bidder shall remain liable on the bid as provided by statute. This the 16th day of October, 2007. Charles, E. Clement Commissioner Tracie Jordan Commissioner � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 89 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Extent The size or duration of the resource. 16 pages Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-11-06 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/f54b232deb390f71b86cf03a1268d047.pdf 5d7fa5699faf2e9cf57c7a37bed0b39a PDF Text Text • Huskies seek first playoff win Friday page 1B November 9, 2007 • Edwards carries App into first 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com page 1B • Hunter's program helps children Volume 82, Issue 90 page 1B SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 New mayor elected in West Jefferson Incumbents win inJefferson, Lansing by Jim Thompson Editor Two new faces on West Jef­ ferson's political scene won victory, while incumbents cruised to re-election in Jef­ ferson and Lansing. In West Jefferson, local Christmas tree farmer Dale Hudler unseated incumbent Mayor Dale Baldwin. In final, but unofficial, results, Hudler received 184 votes (56 per­ cent) to 146 for Baldwin. There were five candidates, including the incumbents, for two seats on the West Jeffer­ son board of aldermen. New­ comer Tom Hartman led the field with 160 votes, and the second place was filled by in­ cumbent Dr. Brett Summey with 152. Trailing the two winners were incumbent Bob McCoy with 139, former al­ derman Grant Price, 138; and Donnie Miller, 49. West Jefferson had a 31 percent turnout for the elec­ tion. Dale Hudler won the race for mayor In West Jefferson. Jefferson Mayor Dana Tugman was unopposed in his bid for re-election, and received 159 votes. There was a threeperson race for two seats on the board of aldermen. In­ cumbent Charles Caudill led the field with 129, followed by incumbent L.F. "Junior" An­ derson Jr. with 109. He edged out Gwen N. Ashley, who re­ ceived 100 votes. According to the county Board of Elections, there were no provisional bal­ lots in Jefferson, so no change in the overall results is ex­ pected. Only 197 of Jefferson's 1,074 registered voters turned out, which was 18 percent. There were three races but no competition in Lansing, resulting in very low voter turnout. Only 14 people cast ballots, of 135 registered vot­ ers (10 percent). Mayor Ja­ son Ring received 11 votes, while alderman candidates Dot Shupe and John Michael Powers won with 14 and 13 votes, respectively. Alderman Israel Church, running for an unexpired term that ends in 2009, received 11 votes. New Mayor The excitement of the pre­ vious evening's victory had See Election, page 5A Photo courtesy of Don Sloan Ashe Woodworking was named Ashe Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Year during a special awards breakfast at Jefferson Landing this week. Chamber board member Bob Washburn (right) presents the award to business owners Maria and Mike Whaley. Small Business award presented Ashe Woodworking of Lan­ sing has won the prestigious Ashe County Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Year award. The honor was given at the Chamber's annual meeting Wednesday morning at The Club at Jef­ ferson Landing. In presenting the award, Chamber Board Member Bob Washburn recognized Mike and Maria Whaley, owners of the business, as "outstand­ ing examples of what it takes to operate a small business, while still finding time to give back to their community in many ways." Maria, especial­ ly, is involved in many aspects of the Chamber and other civic and social organizations around the county. Mike has worked extensively as a vol­ unteer in making backdrops and sets for the Ashe Civic See Award, page 5A Post photo by Linda Burchette Ashe County Commissioners and other local officials participated in a ceremonial ground breaking Monday afternoon for the new jail and law enforcement center to be built next to the county courthouse. Groundbreaking held for law enforcement center by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor County, town, business, law enforcement and judicial officials gathered Monday afternoon at Ashe County Courthouse to mark the offi­ cial building start for the new jail and law enforcement cen­ ter with a ground breaking ceremony. Led by County Manager Dan McMillan, the ceremony included remarks from Com­ mission Chairman Richard Blackburn, Architect Jack Hemphill, General Contrac­ tor Mark Vannoy, Judge Ed Gregory, NC Legislators Sen. Steve Goss and Rep. Cullie Tarleton, Sheriff James Wil­ liams and others involved in the planning and implemen­ tation of the facility. Later during the commis­ sion meeting, McMillan an­ nounced the winning bid from RBC Centura Bank to finance the $13.5 million dollar jail and law enforcement cen­ ter. Approval is being sought from the Local Government Commission, and the county expects to sign papers on the loan after Dec. 4. It will be divided into two installment financing packages: $9 mil­ lion this year and $6.5 mil­ lion next year with a 20-year maturity. The building contract was awarded in early October to J.R. Vannoy & Sons Con­ struction Company of Jef­ ferson. Work has begun to move 50,000 square yards of dirt from the hill beside the county courthouse in order to level the site for the 162-bed jail and law enforcement fa­ cility. The project is expected to take about 24 months to complete. There will be 75 to 80 individual and dormitory style beds to start with room for expansion up to 162. Architects for the project are Hemphill, Randall & As­ sociates of Charlotte and en, See Jail, page 5A 'Blue Ribbon^ committee named, to look at planning by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor After much deliberation between county commission­ ers and planning board mem­ bers, seven of the proposed 11-member "Blue Ribbon Committee" for land use plan­ ning were chosen Monday evening. The other four are to be chosen by organizations with vested interest in the ferson Presbyterian Church; county's future: Ashe Coun­ Cabot Hamilton, publisher ty Farm Bureau, Farmland of the Jefferson Post; Walter Preservation Organization, Clark, co-owner of Old Or­ Ashe County Hoinebuilders chard Creek Farms in Lan­ Association and Ashe County sing; Judy Bare, land devel­ Realtors Association. oper, farmer in cattle and The seven chosen from Christmas trees and former among applicants for the teacher; Cynthia Anne How­ committee positions are: Billy ell, former NASA professionSee Committee, page 5A Robinson, pastor of West Jef­ Seven Ashe brothers served in World War II (Editor's Note: The follow­ ing story is about seven broth­ ers from the same family who served in World War II. The family believes this may be a record as the most sons from one family serving in the war. On the Veterans' Day recog­ nition coming this weekend, Ashe County salutes all those who have served and are serv­ ing in the military and espe­ cially remembers the contri­ bution of the Barlow family.) FOR VICTORY n«aami QMintiamwAft "Alt _X-.»O*0 DAY "•» nw-imnua fMV DAT nM BONDS-STAMPS V(,,'"MI IJ, V" " II », V... I„ vvr.sr /I.IH.MSO.V A.K, N .. ri%I.MIIK» KViw TOUWIU** County Far Surpasses War Bond Quota legion To Hold A Memorial Day |j Service, May 30 ' ' >\ — • A Record That 1H Ilurd To Beat, Six Barlow Brother* In Service! Over Sold During 2nd War Fund Drive QUO** H AM III AIMM t&TS Mmw w%. PMIISM .Kir* ta 0* mm. £.012* 'f'<ih$ 4r*t MM int. '"K-ii tf IMT , Mi tor lite «Mmtr •./Ud ta «»•*» m-wa te IHMMhte by Boyd A. Barlow Special to the Post The newspaper clipping shown here was from Ashe County's weekly newspaper, the Skyland Post, dated May 6, 1943. The six soldiers pic­ tured were the sons of Emmett and Birdie Barlow of the Green Valley community of Ashe County. They had 11 children, 10 sons and one daughter. This clipping was framed and hung on the wall over the bed of Birdie until her death in 1959. Having such a large family and a Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com "»» « T»»Wa»i ah r4NH #<M»| UM imt ft* fW KMfeul rum*I U WN| j'tt. m-r MU Ml** *«l ft* w,.i JefUrvw. r-M dfhrt, «|ft TM HurftwMlM. m Hah* <A jdh. . tlw* JCVSTiCSiZuHSEl. M Sfcsr * HW~ >1 ..." ..,..1 M Mm ta. HA xwa M i*Mn ».». ft*. Ha . Hi*. •*. mm Photos courtesy of Boyd A. Barlow Of the 10 sons In the Emmett and Birdie Barlow family of Ashe County, seven served in World War II. An article appeared In the May 6,1943 edition of the Skyland Post featuring six of the sons, pictured from left: Quinton, Bob, Fred, Owen, Ed, and Dean. Don, pictured separately at right, entered the war after Germany had surrendered but before the fall of Japan. The oldest son, Vaughn, was too old at 35 in 1942 to be drafted and the next oldest, Roy, was turned down for having flat feet.The youngest, J.E., was only 14 at the end of the war but later joined the Army and served in Korea. small house, the living room served as their bedroom also. The beds were the "sofas" dur­ ing the day and Birdie was proud to show the picture to any visitors that came. There was another son that enlisted in the Army before Remembering our fallen heroes in Iraq 3,851 U.S. service people killed (as of 11/7) 28,451 U.S. service people wounded (as of 11/7) the war was over. I know of two families that had six sons in World War II at the same time, and each claimed to be a national record. There were seven Barlow brothers in ser­ vice during World War II and all of them returned home. November 11 is Sunshine Sunday Ashe County Commissioners through a resolution adopted on Monday have proclaimed Sunday, Nov. 11 as "Sunshine Sunday." This is a day set aside to pro­ mote awareness of depression as a treatable disease that last year claimed the lives of eight people in the county. The commissioners recognized that Ashe County has one of the highest suicide rates in the state, and depression is the leading cause. It is estimated that nearly 5,000 people in the county will suffer a depres­ sive disorder in their lifetime, but with treatment, de­ pression can be relieved in 85 to 90 percent of cases. I have wondered for many years if seven was the record. I first wrote a letter to "Sam the Answer man" of the Win­ ston-Salem Journal and re­ ceived an answer that the five Sullivan brothers that were killed aboard a ship were the most brothers in service dur­ ing the war. I also talked to representatives at the state and national archives, but they could give me no answer. I talked to then Congressman Richard Burr's representa­ tive and received a letter from him stating that he had been to the Pentagon and asked for that information, but their computers were not set up to produce an answer. With television only in its infancy, news of the war came home to Americans by way of newspapers, news magazines and radio; and by the end of the war by Movietone newsreels at theaters all across the United States. War corre­ spondents with their camera­ men would film the action on the battlefront and ship the See Brothers, page 5A Depression has symptoms such as sleep distur­ bances, appetite difficulties, problems with concentra­ tion, and feelings of hopelessness. Community orga­ nizations and religious institutions can play a special role in educating their members about depression. So on Sunday, Nov. 11, let the sun shine on the prob­ lem of depression and help yourself or your neighbor to find help for a brighter fbture. Call the crisis hot­ line at 246-4325, Jim Weaver at 246-4855, go online to www.depression-screening.org, or call a depression screening professional at 1-800.-520-6373. The good news is that depression is an illness that can be treated. With help, the dark cloud of depression can lift and the sun can shine again. �J^2G_2A FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS There's still time to get ready for the holidays 1 know that many of you ^av® started your Holiday bruising Missions because you think you are already behind. These missions were not made to increase your guilt level. They were built to help you jump in where we are not beat yourself up over stupid little things. After all it is the little things done each day that keep us moving for­ ward. You know what is going to happen in December when the Holiday DEADLINE is upon you! I want you to stop this right this minute and for­ get about the past missions. I am going to give you a quick over view so you will see that plies 5. Make a budget for the holidays: Travel, food, gifts. 6. Clear Hot Spots in the living room for holiday deco­ rations 7. 15 minutes in Holiday CJ(decide on plans) and then play! 8. Write down what Fam­ ily's sizes in your Holiday Control Journal. 9. Run Errands in your HCJ: Baking Supplies, deco­ rations, dry clearer. 10.Examine your budget and calendar:set up money timetable for buying. 11. Toss out some more clutter while you bless your home. 12. Make travel arrange­ ments or menu plan 13. Place catalog or inter­ net orders or just get in shop­ ping cart. 14. Make errand list by re­ viewing your Holiday Control Journal and Go. 15. Review budget, pay bill and check your timetable for buying. After looking at this list do you see how you can jump in right where we are and get started without any guilt that you are behind. It is just the first part of November! We can do this! All we are doing is cleaning, planning, playing, doing things we hate to do, running errands and facing Through The Holiday without stress! For more help getting rid of your CHAOS; check out her website and join her free mentoring group at www. FlyLady.net or her book, Sink Reflections published by Ban­ tam and her New York Times Best Selling book, Body Clut­ ter published by Fireside. Copyright 2007 Maria Cilley Used by permission in this publication. our finances. We do this every day anyway! Jump in where we are by downloading your FREE Holiday Control Journal and spending some time this af­ ternoon using it to gain con­ trol over your Holiday Guilt! As of right now I am releasing you from any guilt because you have not started yet! http://www.flylady.net/images/HCJ2003.pdf Are you ready to Cruise LOUIE'S Let's Build Something Together Limited time only! 11/8/07 -11/12/07 How It Works: you are not behind! This will give you the confidence to jump in right here and now and get started. So enough with beating yourself up of something that is trivial; do you hear me! I have set up a basic week­ ly plan for our HOLIDAY CRUISING MISSIONS. Monday—Clean up and declutter one little area. Tuesday—Make your plans and Play; Write down things and decorate! Wednesday—Anti-Pro­ crastination Day; Do some­ thing you have been putting off. Thursday—Go and Do! Get out of your home and run errands. The stuff you wrote down. Friday—Budget Look at what you have to spend and M how much you have spent! You see that is all there is to what we are doing. With our little missions I give you specific things to look at but I can make those into a check list for you so you don't feel like you are behind. 1. Grab a trash bag and Fling! 2. Download Holiday Con­ trol Journal or just start a notebook. 3. Gather up cards, wrap­ ping paper, ribbons into one place. 4. 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The bride wore a formal strapless Allure wedding gown with a cathedral train, accented with silver stitch­ ing and crystals. The bride, escorted down the aisle by her father, carried a bouquet of mixed flowers in vibrant pinks and greens. The maid of honor was Ju­ lie Walters, sister of the bride. Julie and attendants, Amber Sturgill, Megan Lyalls, Jes­ sica Baker and Amber Willis, sister of the groom, all wore strapless Bill Levekoff dress­ es in celedon green accented by maize sashes. The brides­ maids also carried a bouquet of mixed flowers in the bright pinks and greens. The groom wore a tradi­ tional tuxedo with a platinum vest and tie. His best man, Al­ len Downs, grandfather of the groom, and groomsmen Logan Burt, Chris Wilds, Brayden Fleece, friends of the groom, and Nathan Walters, brother of the bride, all wore tradi­ tional tuxedos with maize vests and ties. The wedding was officiat­ ed by Lisa Schubert of North Methodist Church and Rev. Lonnie Jones, the bride's pas­ tor, of Welcome Home Baptist Church in Jefferson, N.C. Mu­ sic was provided by Cheryl Goodman, aunt of the bride, and organist Martin Ellis. Following a beautiful cer­ emony, the couple celebrated their marriage with family and friends. An elegant din­ ner and celebration were held at the historical Scottish Rite Cathedral in downtown Indi­ anapolis, Indiana. The couple honeymooned in St. Thomas the following week. After returning from their honey­ moon, on August 4, a recep­ tion was held at the home of the bride's parents in C rumpier, N.C. Guests were friends and family members of the bride who were not able to at­ tend the wedding in Indiana. Mr., and Mrs. Chad Huff now reside in Westfield, Indi­ ana. Baby News Cassandra Dawn Adams and Dustin Gentry Jones of Crumpler announce the birth of their daughter, Kailey Brooke Jones, on Oct. 22, 2007 at 2:17 p.m. She was born at Ashe Memorial Hos­ pital, weighed 7 pounds, 7 ounces and was 20 inches long. Grandparents are Jeff Mabe, Terry Mabe, Brenda Jones, Jeff Jones, Shana Weaver, Eddie Adams and Franny Adams. Miranda and Jason Brown of West Jefferson announce the birth of their daugh­ ter, Lyndzi Mae Brown, on Nov. 1, 2007, at Ashe Memo­ rial Hospital. She weighed 7 pounds and 1 once, and was 19.5 inches long. She was wel­ comed home by sibling Hunt­ er Brown and grandparents Barnett and Sherry Segraves, Allen and Pam Testerman and Jim and Janet Stevens. Elena and Jason Roush of Creston announce the birth of their daughter, Anastasia Anna Roush. She was born Oct. 28, 2007, at Watauga Medical Center. Lindsey and Joshua Wil­ liams of West Jefferson an­ nounce the birth of their Mrs. and Mrs. Dustin Aaron Clark Flanagan-Clerk wed in Laurel Springs Stacey and Vickie Flana­ gan of Crumpler are pleased to announce the marriage of their daughter, Bailey Monee Roland Cruey, to Dustin Aaron Clark, son of Kenneth and Ann Clark of Lansing. The bride is a 2006 grad­ uate of Ashe County High School. She is currently em­ ployed with Learning Thru Play Too and is in pursuit of her associates degree in Business Management. The daughter, Addison .Joy liams. She was born Oct. 30, 2007, at Watauga Medical Center. Kyle Faulkner and Clar­ ence Gray Jr. of Fleetwood announce the birth of their son, Brody Mclain Faulkner. He was born Oct. 30, 2007, at Watauga Medical Center. Amanda and Justin Finley exponcntc of Warrens"vfiTe announce tiie birth of their daughter, Gra­ de Finley. She was born Oct. 31, 2007, at Watauga Medical Center. Debra and Jesus Cruz of West Jefferson announce the birth of their son, Thomas William Cruz. He was born Oct. 31, 2007, at Watauga Medical Center. Labor, seedling, real estate, equipment, harvesting expenses and more! 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At Farm Credit we make loans to Christmas Tree Growers for: Dennis Houck, LLC Choice® groom is a 2005 graduate of Ashe County High School and is currently employed with Helton Creek Store and is in pursuit of his EMT-P certification. They were united on Oct. 20, 2007, at Burgiss Barn in Laurel Springs. The bride and groom and their families wish to ex­ press their sincere gratitude to everyone that provided gifts, food and/or attended the ceremony. Maria Nicole Church, a 14-year-old student at Ashe County High School, appears on the front cover of Sweet De­ signs Magazine's November issue Writing under the pen name "Mia C.", Church is the magazine's most prolific ad­ vice columnist. A bio in this issue says in part, "Maria is unashamed to call herself a committed Christian. She enjoys visiting her grandmother and listen­ ing as she sings Old Southern Gospel. Mia also enjoys sing­ ing herself. "Maria is the President of the SADD (Students Against Destructive Decisions) chap­ ter at her school, is part of the pro­ Adopt-A-Grandparent gram, a junior member of the DAV and VFW, and is included in Who'sWho Among American High School Students. Mia has also been involved with Fu­ ture Leaders of America and the People to People Student Ambassador Program. Honors and opportunities have includ­ ed being the 2006 - 2007 Ashe County Cinderella Over-all Teen, the 2005 - 2006 Junior Miss High Country Summer Fun Queen, the Elite Miss Ashe County Lifetime Ambas­ sador, the Elite Miss Grayson County Lifetime Ambassador, Jefferson Station West Jefferson, NC dhouckllc@earthlink.net 336*877*7218 #11 Hiwters Helping Sponsor by New It iter Volunteer Fire & Itesrue Department The event will take place at the National Guard Armory Building Nov. 10th starting at 7:00pm Tickets are $40 for a couple or $25 for a single. Contact any member to purchase a ticket. Sponsor tickets may also be purchase from any member! For Questions, Please Call Leonard or Julia Houck at THIS PROPERTY HAS IT ALL! BREATHTAKING VIEWS, FRONTAGE ON BIG WILSON CREEK KNOW FOR EXCELLENT FISHING-WILDLIFE, INCLUDING DEER AND TURKEY EXCELLENT TIMBER-BUILDING SITES-SECLUSION JUST MINUTES FROM MOUNT ROGERS NATIONAL RECREATION AREA TIMBER ON ON THE PROPERTY HAS BEEN ESTIMATED AT 1482,000 BOARD FEET OF PINE, POPLAR, OAK, ETC. NOTE: Potential Buyers of Tract #5 with the Farm House w ill have from October 30th to November 9th. 2007 to Conduct a Lead Based Pain Test if so Desired. TERMS: 10% Down Day of Sale With Balance Within 30 Days upon Delivery of Deed SALE CONDUCTED FOR the heirs of the Estate of James B. Wells DIRECTIONS: From Independence, VA, go US Rte. 58 West 16.8 Miles to Volney, Va.-Intersection of US RTE 58 and RTE 16- Turn Left on Rte. 58 and Go 0.3 Miles to the Property. ANNOUNCEMENTS MADE DAY OF SALE TAKE PRECEDENCE OVER ALL PRINTED MATERIAL Sale brought to you by: . Alderman Auction and Associates, LLC 7338 Carrollton Pike, Galax, Val 24333 • 276-236-3335 Richard Alderman Nathan Lyons Bobby Choate Jim Handy Rex Bartlett VAAL# 422 NC41J9 276-233-1525 VAAL#1520 276-579-6363 VAAL#3185 276-238-8373 Mobile: 276-237-4220 276-236-6695 www,aldermanauetwn.com 336-573-3469 �i IC " were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newsPaP^® without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter. -Thomas Jefferson, Editorial Jeffersonian tradition Actually, it was George Washington who said this: "Government is not reason; it is not eloquent; it is force. Like fire, it is a dangerous servant and a fearful mas­ ter." But while Washington's political heir, Alexander Hamilton, pursued a strong central government based on urban areas, it was Thomas Jefferson whose philosophy more mirrored that expressed above. Jefferson, all his life, equated a strong govern­ ment with tyranny—with no exceptions. When you look at the history of this county, you will find it was founded on Jeffersonian principles. It is no accident that the county seat was named "Jefferson," right in the midst of the ugly presidential campaign of 1800—our ancestors meant to show where their sympa­ thies lay. That action rAirrored earlier votes by the future Ashe County. Like most of the western mountains, the residents of this northwest corner had opposed the draft of the U.S. Constitution. They were only satisfied when the Bill of Rights was introduced and approved. These Jeffersonian princi­ ples have carried down to the present day here. A consider­ able portion of our citizens regard government as a nec­ essary evil, and much prefer it stay far away. Considering the record of Washington and Raleigh in recent decades, they seem to be on target. It is these Jeffersonian principles that county gov­ ernment must deal in its lat­ Attention gardeners! PAGE 4A FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2007 04INA'£ 6QM'- WWNEP Ml THE AANP B6VOMP TO To the Editor: Listen up horticulturalists! Rejoice everyone the world around who loves blackberry pie. Hear the good news! Oc­ tober 28, 2007, more than two months after the end of the wild blackberry season, from my own Ashe County garden, est effort to develop a longI picked enough fresh berries range plan and some form of land use planning. There is for breakfast. Three years ago, from a lo­ a portion of the population cal nursery, I purchased five that will, as a reflex, oppose such efforts—and, especially, thornless blackberry plants. They love their new home! the results that come from the work of the recently- The second year we had all the blackberries we could eat appointed committee. For this process to produce or freeze, but the third year anything of lasting value, (last year), they simply ex­ ploded. We made blackberry both sides need to under­ stand each other. Those who jam, blackberry pies and cob­ oppose land use planning blers, and our friends made blackberry wine. As Tennes­ are neither "ignorant" nor "uninformed," as they were see Ernie used to say, they were all "good for your in­ sometimes made to appear during the ugly UDO process nards." This year was different. a decade ago. They believe in small, and distant, govern­ It started great—lots of new ment, a position which has leaves and blossoms. Then its roots in the founding prin­ came disaster in a late April freeze, the same freeze that ciples of our nation. At the same time, the destroyed all the apple blos­ Jeffersonians must realize soms. I thought the season was finished, but then a that the survival of Ashe County as they know it is strange thing happened. New about to be destroyed forever. leaves struggled out followed by new blossoms and a few Like a plague of locusts, out­ weeks later by more blos­ side developers are swarm­ soms. ing over this region, devour­ By July, I was picking a ing land by the hundreds of acres, turning out homes no new crop of blackberries and, unbelievably, still found more local working person will ever blossoms. It was from those be able to afford, and driv­ ing land prices higher and late bloomers that I picked higher. This planning process blackberries until October 28. There must be blackberry may well be the last stand scientists somewhere who for average citizens to have a can explain these strange future in Ashe County. happenings. My own very un­ Because of that, it is nec­ scientific explanation is that essary for all sides to take a tinkering with wild blackber­ hard look at the possibilities ries' genetic code to eliminate of planning. All sides need to make themselves more aware those pesky thorns, disturbed the blossoming sequence of each other, and find a way just enough to give me fresh to build as close to a consen­ blackberries for breakfast in sus as possible. Perhaps then some real planning, goal set­ October. John Crutcher ting and regulations can hap­ pen—and the county be bet­ ter for it. as 10 years ago.Several years degradeable dishes. 10. Use flow restrictive and ago, when the Town of Blow­ water saving devices. ing Rock contacted the Town 11. Limits hours of opera­ of Boone to ask about a wa­ tion of water cooled air condi­ ter sharing agreement, Boone tioners. members and current or wid­ officials conducted a water 12. All residents, business­ study and learned their own owed spouses of any eligible supply would be insufficient es and institutions are re­ veteran (other than dishonor^ in a few years. Boone then quested to temporarily delay ably discharged). new landscape work until the The Patriot Express loan commissioned a full water water shortage has ended. report. A May 30, 2007, Engi­ can be used for most business For years all of us have purposes, including start­ neering Report for the Town taken this precious resource of Boone concludes that the up, expansion, equipment for granted. Today and in the purchases, working capital, best option for Boone's water future careless use of water shortage is a water intake inventory or business-occu­ is a luxury we cannot afford. pied real-estate purchases. pipe in the South Fork of the While the water restrictions Currently there are over 20 New River in Watauga Coun­ may seem onerous, some of Patriot Express Lenders in ty between Todd and Brown- them will have to become a North Carolina. For more wood. While citizens of Ashe way of life in northwestern information and a complete County may feel threatened North Carolina or we may list of lenders visit www.sba. by the engineer's recommen­ not be able to continue our dation, we need to realize gov/nc. present life style. Can we ex­ North Carolina Veterans that those of us in the New ercise self discipline now and should also be aware of addi­ River watershed are facing think creatively and coopera­ the same future: a future of tional SBA help: tively about our future use of •A NC Veteran's Resource increasing demands on a lim­ water? Or will our grandchil­ ited, even declining supply of web page on www.sba.gov/nc dren have a sharply curtailed •An SBA Veteran's Busi­ water. In September, Gov. Easley future due to a shortage of ness Development Officer to asked all communities to im­ water? provide guidance Eva P. Ingle •The Service-Disabled plement voluntary water re­ Laurel Springs Veteran-Owned Small Busi­ strictions. The Town of Blow­ ness Program, which offers ing Rock has issued Stage 3 contracting incentives to mandatory water restrictions, firms selling to the Federal which includes no watering of lawns or plants and encourag­ Government. Veterans learned impor­ es restaurants to serve water tant lessons while serving the only if requested and to use nation: teamwork, discipline paper products. The Towns To the Editor: and pride in a job well done. of Boone, Jefferson and West The American way of life These concepts are important Jefferson have issued volun­ is under attack. The world's in business, too. Whether tary water restrictions. elites are busy forming^ a No matter where we live, you're a current veteran busi­ North American Union. The To the Editor: ness owner or someone new all of us should be consider­ good old USA will only be a November 11, 2007 is Vet­ leaving the service with an ing the Stage 1 voluntary re­ memory. We will fight. We erans Day. This day is set interest in starting your own strictions, which are: can't let it happen. 1. Limit car washing to the aside to honor veterans of the business, SBA can help you. The U.N. also wants to U.S. armed forces and those For more details, visit the minimum. confiscate our guns, and im­ 2. Limit lawn and garden pose a global tax on us. The killed in battle. The day gives SBA's website at www.sba. our great nation an opportu­ gov/nc or contact Glenn Har­ watering to that which is nec­ U.N. knows the only way they nity to show appreciation to ris at 704-344-6585 or glenn. essary for plants to survive. can control us is to disarm 3. Do not wash down out­ us. We will fight them. The all veterans for their service, e.harris@sba.gov. to acknowledge their sacrifice Lee Cornelison side areas such as sidewalks, U.N. elites want to control the and to remember the price of District Director patios and parking lots, etc. world's oceans with the Law 4. Do not leave faucets run­ of the Sea Treaty, plus use our the freedom we enjoy. U.S. Small Business There are approximately 5 Administration ning while shaving or rinsing military to police the world. million veteran-owned busi­ North Carolina Office dishes. Our right to own and use 5. Water shrubbery to the property is fading. Plus, our nesses in the United States 704-344-6561 minimum required, reusing right to educate our children and over 400,000 small busi­ household water when pos- as we choose is under as­ nesses owned by service-dis­ abled veterans. North Caro­ silbe. \ 6. Limit use of clothes sault. lina is home to over 750,000 Some are pushing to give washers and dishwashers AMNESTY to illegals and veterans. and, when used, operate fully The SBA has recently erase our borders. rolled out the SBA Patriot loaded. Our American way of life 7. Use showers for bathing, is under attack. We will not Express loan program to To the Editor: Even before the summer rather a bathtub, and limit surrender to them. Wake up help veterans start or expand their own business. Those drought, the High Country showers to no more than four America. You have been sleep­ eligible for Patriot Express was experiencing water prob­ minutes. ing too long as it is. Wake up 8. Limit flushing of toilets America, before it is too late. include veterans, active duty lems. Our plumber told us personnel involved with tran­ that well drillers have to drill by multiple usages. Gene Cuthrell 9. Use disposable and biosition assistance programs, 600 feet these days to find Todd Reservists, National Guard water, almost twice as deep Letters to the Editor Protect our way of life Attention veterans! MAfc*OIES Post Jeffersong Member: N.C. Press Association Drought is serious (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 808, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. 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The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and cogimunity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post, P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or email to jthompson@jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2007 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Jail continued from front page gineering is being provided by McGill & Associates of Asheville. McMillan said the county is waiting on official approval from the Local Government Commission to borrow $13.5 million to build the approxi­ mately $11.9 million jail and law enforcement center and replace general funds used for architectural and engi­ neering fees and preparation work on the property. There is also money available in coun­ ty savings for any unforeseen financial needs. The LGC approves the county borrow­ ing up to $10 million in one year's time, so this project will involve borrowing over a two-year period. McMillan said breaking up the loan into two years will save the county about half a million dollars in interest payments. The law enforcement cen­ ter will be built next to the county courthouse in Jef­ ferson just above the USDA Service Center. McMillan said the storage building at that site must be taken down during the construction and then put back up behind the new jail. He said work will take place around the USDA Service Center and hopes are that it won't interfere with the agencies housed there. A 60-foot buffer plus vegetation will separate the law enforce­ ment center from neighboring residential property. is. "I felt so supported in town hall," he said. Hudler will travel to Ra­ leigh later this month to take a course at the Institute of Government, intended to help new mayors get up to speed. He will also attend another workshop in January, he said. "I'm elated to get started," he said. Asked to name his top pri­ orities as mayor, Hudler list­ ed these: • "To slowly work into the new administration, being very careful to respectfully move forward through the process." • "Develop a system to listen to what folks in town have to say. I want to see more people at our meetings. I also want to be very accessible to citizens." • "To really establish a deeper relationship with the aldermen." • "Get to know the employ­ ees of the town, whether it is in the water plant, in a police car or maintenance." • "Reach out and soak up all the knowledge I need to make good decisions and help guide the aldermen in mak­ ing decisions for our town." Hudler will take office in December. ing have contributed to the among nominations collected community by a variety of by the Chamber's Member means including construction Services Committee, chaired and donation of a "'gift box" for by Bob Washburn. Criteria the Relay for Life float for the for the award notes that the holiday parade, construction winner must be a Chamber and donation of set features member, a good employer and lighting and technical ex­ providing a good product or pertise for Ashe County Little service, a good corporate/com­ Theatre, charity home con­ munity citizen, and the busi­ struction, construction and ness must be at least 3 years donation of a recycling booth old with no more than 25 fullfor festivals in Lansing, road­ time employees. side litter pickup, and partici­ The Whaley's were pre­ pation in various community sented with a framed sculpt­ and civic organizations. ed fiddle, made and signed by The winner of the Cham­ local artist Raney Rogers. The ber Small Business of the fiddle and its special scenes of Year award is chosen from river, mountains and trees is the logo for the Chamber. More than 80 people at­ tended the breakfast meet­ ing, including NC Rep. Cullie Tarleton, NC Sen. Steve Goss, West Jefferson MayorElect Dale Hudler, and Coun­ ty Manager Dan McMillan. Keynote speaker was Mac Forehand, director of the Boone Convention & Visi­ tors Bureau. Chamber Vice President Gwynita Steele re­ capped a very successful year for the Chamber, noting that the organization now includes more than 450 members and maintains a 95 percent reten­ tion rate. 45; Rome-Arno GO 40 WD 45. Decorations and Citations: American Defense Service Ribbon; European African Middle Eastern Theater Rib­ bon with 1 Silver Star and 1 Bronze Star. Owen was in for­ eign service two years, nine months and 14 days. Dean Emmett was born September 1916 and was age 23 when he enlisted in the Army on Nov. 20,1949 at Van­ couver Barracks, Washington. He was stationed for three years in Panama before going to Europe in October 1944. He was an artillery mechanic in Cannon Company, 411th In­ fantry and attained the rank of sergeant. Decorations and Citations: American Defense Service Ribbon, 1 Bronze Star; American Theater Eu­ ropean African Middle East­ ern Theater Ribbon, 1 Bronze Star. Dean was in Europe for nine months. Robert Weldon was born November 1918 and was age 22 when he enlisted Feb. 22, 1941 at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. His MOS was Tool Room Keeper in Co. B 1340th Engr Bn. He attained the rank of Tech 5th Grade. Battles and Campaigns: Al­ geria, French-Morocco; Tu­ nisian; Sicilian; Normandy; Northern France; Ardennes; Central Europe; Rhineland. Decorations and Citations: Good Conduct Medal; Ameri­ can Defense Service Medal; EAMET Campaign Medal with 8 Bronze Stars and 1 Bronze Arrowhead. Bob was in foreign service two years, eight months and 20 days. Quinton Theodore was born May 1922 and was age 19 when he enlisted in the Marine Corps at Philadel­ phia, Pennsylvania on Feb. 25, 1942. He was a rifleman in the Marines and served in the Asiatic and Pacific area from July 21, 1944 until Dec. 14, 1945. Marine Corps sepa­ ration papers do not contain as much information as Army records. Quinton was dis­ war with Japan was still go­ ing on in the Pacific. He was an infantry squad leader and attained the rank of corporal. Decorations and Citations: Army of Occupation Medal; World War II Victory Medal. He served with the 349th In­ fantry Regiment at Gorizia, Italy. Don was in foreign ser­ vice for one year, two months and 28 days during the last months of the war and after it was over. After his discharge from the Army on April 17, 1947, he enlisted in the Ma­ rine Corps on Aug. 24, 1948. He served on board the USS Leyte operating in Korean waters during the Korean War. He retired as a gunnery sergeant in August 1969. All seven of the Barlow brothers were awarded an honorable discharge upon their completion of their mili­ tary service. Quinton and Don made a career of the Marines. Fred, Owen, Dean, Bob and Ed returned after the war and went on with their lives. None of the brothers talked about the war. If you should ask them a question about their experiences during the war, they would politely change the subject. Dean and Ed were in the same division but in different units. They met once as one was march­ ing back from the front lines and the other was march­ ing to the front. They shook hands without stopping and continued on their way. Joseph Earl (J.E.) was 14 years old at the end of the war. He volunteered for the Army as soon as he was old enough and served his coun­ try in Korea. Election continued from front page not worn off when we spoke with Dale Hudler Wednesday afternoon. "When I woke up this morning, I felt so touched and honored to have been elected," he said. "I'm very overwhelmed with the re­ sponsibility I'm about to un­ dertake." Wednesday morning, Hudler went to town hall and spent several hours with Town Manager Greg McGinn- Award continued from front page Center. Ashe Woodworking's first shop opened in 2000 in Ra­ leigh. It was named for the place Maria had loved as a child and where she and Mike wanted to live. They began construction on their Ashe County facility in 2001 and moved to Little Horse Creek in 2002. They helped make a name for themselves here through renovation of the kitchen in the historic Swansie Shepherd home in Lansing. Since moving to Ashe County, Mike and Maria Whaley and Ashe Woodwork­ Brothers New phone numbers for law enforcement The Ashe County Sheriff's 846-5600: Fleetwood Fire/ Office is announcing tele­ Rescue; Lansing Fire/Rescue; phone number changes to Warrensville Fire/Rescue; its local Crimestoppers pro­ West Jefferson Fire Depart­ gram and non-emergency ment; Glendale Springs Fire telephone line. The change to Department; Ashe County the Sheriff s Office non-emer­ Rescue; and the West Jeffer­ gency number also will af­ son Police Department. fect a few local organizations, To allow residents and which have utilized the same businesses time to ajjust to telephone number. the new telephone numbers, The new telephone num­ they may reach these loca­ bers are scheduled to be in tions by dialing either the effect beginning Monday, No­ new numbers or the former vember 12. The telephone numbers over the next few number for Crimestoppers, weeks. The mandatory dial­ which solicits anonymous ing date of the new telephone tips from the public on un­ numbers will be announced solved crimes, will change in December, in conjunc­ from 246-4188 to 846-4188. tion with additional number The non-emergency number changes for other county of­ for the Ashe County Sheriffs fices. These number changes Office will change from 219- are a result of the change of 2600 to 846-5600. The fol­ local telecommunications ser­ lowing local organizations vice for some county offices who have utilized the same to SkyBest Communications, non-emergency number in Inc., a subsidiary of SkyLine the past also will change to Membership Corporation. Committee — continued from front page al and in communications; retired Department of Trans­ portation official Donald McCracken; and Todd Mercan­ tile owner Emilie Enzmann. Alternates are David Alff with McFarland & Company and the National Committee for the New River and Mi­ chelle Decker, former event planner in Charlotte. Once the entire committee is formed, and a facilitator to lead the group is chosen, work will begin on a land use plan for Ashe County with a focus on long range planning. The committee is being formed only to hear input, discuss the need for land use plan­ ning, and create a document for the county commission to consider. Then the committee would be dissolved with no responsibility for implemen­ tation or enforcement. The committee's work could take several years. LAST CALL! DEADLINE FOR ANIMAL PHOTOS FORTHE 2008 CALENDAR IS TODAY! continued pom front page film back to the States in air­ planes with photography lab­ oratories aboard where they developed and made copies of the films. As soon as the plane reached the United States, the newsreels were shipped to theaters throughout the country. My family moved to Boone in the spring of 1945, and my parents would go to the movies at least twice a week primarily to see the newsreels. At 6:15 each eve­ ning, Grandfather Emmett would turn on the radio which meant that everyone had best get very quiet. He would listen to Gabriel Heeter, the gravel­ ly voiced news commentator who would give a fifteen-min­ ute commentary of the war as well as his political views of Washington. The oldest of the Bar­ low brothers was my father, Vaughn, who was born in July of 1907 and thus was 35 years old in 1942, which made him too old for military service. By late 1944, Congress had ex­ tended the draft age to what I believe was age 50. My father had worked at "defense jobs" in the shipyards of Wilming­ ton, Delaware and DuPont powder mill in Elkton, Mary­ land, but with the raised draft age came home to Ashe County in 1944 expecting to be drafted. He never was. Roy, the next son, was born in April 1909 which made him 35 in 1944. It is my under­ standing that he was drafted but was turned down because of "flat" feet. Thomas Fred was born May 1913 and was age 29 when inducted into the Army May 19, 1942 at Fort Lewis, Washington. He was inducted for the duration of the war, as was the usual practice. His Army unit was Co. G 291st Infantry Regiment 75th Di­ vision. At the time of his dis­ charge he was a corporal. His separation papers, dated Feb. 13, 1946, list under the head­ ing "Battles and Campaigns": Rhineland, Central Europe. In the section for "Decora­ tions and Citations" is listed: American Theater Ribbon; EAME Theater Ribbon with 2 Bronze Stars; Good Conduct Medal; World War II Victory Medal. Fred was in foreign service one year, one month and seven days. Owen Stanley was born De­ cember 1914 and was age 26 when inducted into the Army Air Corps on May 2, 1941 at Roanoke, Virginia. He was in the 4122nd Army Air Force Base Unit as a truck driver. He was a corporal. Battles and Campaigns: Air Combat Balkans, Southern France GO 46 WD 45; Naples-Foggia, Sicily, Tunisia GO 33 WD charged on Jan. 2, 1946 but re-enlisted shortly afterward and made a career of service in the Marines. In addition to World War II, he served in the Korean War and the War in Vietnam. He was awarded the Navy Cross, his service's highest award of valor after the Medal of Honor, for his role in rallying his men to re­ pel an attack by numerically overwhelming enemy forces near Panmunjom in Korea on April 16, 1952. According to the citation accompanying the award, then Technical Sergeant Barlow "organized a defensive perimeter and, de­ spite intense enemy mortar and small-arms fire, moved from position to position, shouting words of encourage­ ment and aiding the wound­ ed. When the hostile forces formed for the final assault, he led the fight to repel the attackers, succeeding in dis­ persing the enemy within five yards of the defensive ridge." Quinton retired in 1970 as a sergeant major after 26 years of service. He also retired as chief of security from the World Bank in 1984. He and his wife are buried in Arling­ ton National Cemetery. Ronald Edwin (Ed) was born in October 1924 and at age 18 enlisted in the Army on March 9, 1943 at Fort George Meade, Maryland. He was a rifleman in Co. K 2nd Infan­ try and attained the rank of private first class. Battles and Campaigns: Rhineland Central Europe. Decorations and Citations: European Af­ rican Middle Eastern Theater Ribbon with 2 Bronze Service Stars; Good Conduct Medal; American Theater Ribbon; World War II Victory Medal. Ed was in foreign service for nine months and 13 days. Donald William (Don) was born November 1926 and enlisted in the Army at age 18 on May 29, 1945 at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. Although Germany had sur­ rendered on May 7, 1945, the (Boyd A. Barlow lives in Crumpler.) 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A UMNS Feature by Marta W. Aldrich In June 2003 in an Ala­ bama police station, 18-yearold Devin Moore allegedly grabbed a pistol from police and went on a pre-dawn shooting rampage that left two officers and a dispatcher dead. "Life is like a video game," Moore reportedly told police after his capture. "Every­ body's got to die sometime." Turns out the teen—who had been brought to the sta­ tion on suspicion of steal­ ing a car—had been play­ ing the video game "Grand Theft Auto" day and night for months. Using his Sony Play­ Station 2, Moore had repeat­ edly shot, decapitated, burned and massacred virtual police officers in a simulated game that critics charge turns im­ pressionable teenagers into trained killing machines. Now a United Methodist pastor in Alabama is among surviving relatives suing the youth, Sony and game creator Take-Two Interactive, as well as Wal-Mart and GameStop, which are accused of selling the teen two versions of the Mature-rated game as a mi­ nor. The lawsuit contends the game led the youth to commit murder. "When you make a game where policemen are tar­ geted to be killed—and the police are the very people who take an oath to protect us—then there's something very wrong with that," said the Rev. Steve Strickland, whose oldest brother was one of the two officers killed in Fayette, Ala."Even somebody who's not a Christian should be able to see that there's no good in this whatsoever." Strickland, pastor of Pleas­ ant Grove United Methodist Church in Jena, Ala., filed the $600 million lawsuit last February in Lamar County. He hopes it will shine a light on an industry that Strick­ land believes is intentionally marketing and selling violent video games to children. Violence sells According to the Enter­ tainment Software Asso­ ciation, computer and video game software sales reached a record $7.3 billion in 2004. Both of the year's two topselling games—"Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas" and "Halo 2"—are rated for mature audiences ages 17 or older. Combined, they sold 9.3 mil­ lion units. "San Andreas" is the lat­ est in the top-selling "Grand Theft Auto" series, intro­ duced in 1998. The game lets players act out the story of an ex-hood who returns to his gangsta-style Califor­ nia neighborhood to find his mother murdered and him­ self set up by a crooked cop. His journey to retake control of the streets sends him into the vengeful electronic world of gang violence, cop killing, carjackings and crime. There is pimping, strip clubs, killing innocent bystanders, beating up prostitutes and the raun­ chiest of profanity. It is also slickly produced, graphically brilliant, loaded with style and brimming with memora­ ble music and characters. In December, "San Andreas" was named "game of the year" at the 2004 Video Game Awards on Spike TV. "You only have to watch one of those games before you're stunned by the content and disturbed by the whole point of the game," said Julie Taylor, executive secretary for Children, Youth and Fam­ ily Advocacy for the United Methodist Women's Divi­ sion. "It's hard to dispute free speech for adults, but we do have the grounds to protect children." Her office supported a failed federal bill in 2003 that would have made it ille­ gal to sell ultra-violent video games to minors. In 2004, it underwrote the cost of send­ ing graphic video game high­ Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA Assembly of God Church Bald Mtn. Baptist Church Pastor George Norris 846-4444 Pastor Keith Sty ran Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman 246-2979 220 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson, NC Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m. Corner of Fan-Roland <6 McNeil Sis • Jefferson (88 West - Left on McNeil. One Block) Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Morning Worship -10:30 a.m. Sunday Evening - 6:00p.m. Wednesday Niglit Bible Study - 7:00p.m. Bethany United Methodist Church 336-877-2801 495 Highway 194 South Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday School 9:45a.m. Sunday Worship II:00a.m. And He led them as far as to Bethany... and He blessed them" Luke24:50 Blue Ridge Worship Center Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs Sunday School - 10:00am Sunday Worship Sen-ice 11:00 am & 6:00pm Join us in worship to Christ" 1460 Bald Mm. Rd„ West Jefferson Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Service - 11:00am Sunday Evening Worship - 7.00pm Wednesday Evening - 7:00pm Baldniountainchurcli.org Email: Baldmountain@skybest.coni Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2042 lights to each member of Congress, all state attorneys general and social action co­ ordinators of each United Methodist annual (regional) conference. And in February, it joined with the Interfaith Center on Corporate Respon­ sibility to decry the market­ ing of violent video enter­ tainment to children, and to call on parents to purchase games with great care and hold retailers accountable. Garbage in,garbage out Pioneering research at the National Institutes of Health shows the teenage brain is not fully developed, and that repeated exposure to violence can have an impact. The studies show violent games activate the anger center of the teenage brain while dampening the brain's "con­ science." Both the American Medical Association and the American Academy of Pediat­ rics say evidence clearly links virtual violence and real-life aggression. In other words, "garbage in, garbage out." But to date, no court case has acknowledged a connection between video game exposure and a criminal incident. Lawmakers are not wait­ ing. Legislation designed to protect young video consum­ ers has been introduced in numerous states. Among the most aggressive is in Illinois, where Gov. Rod Blagojevich introduced legislation after seeing "JFK: Reloaded." The game offers an interactive simulation of the assassi­ nation of President John F. Baldwin Community Church Cornerstone Fellowship 221 Burnett St. (Off Buck Mtn Road) BarnetiSt. • West Jefferson Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Service 6:30 p.m. 846-3954 Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 Pastor Todd Brewer Deep Ford Rd., Lansing Casual & Contemporary Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Sunday flowing Breakfast 10:30 a.m. Supday Worship 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study f: '00p.m. Worship at 11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Worship at 6:60p.m. Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00 p.m. Friendship Baptist Church Healing Springs Baptist Church Jefferson United Methodist Church 891 Friendship Baptist Church Kdjcfferson, NC Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor (336) 982-2080 9178 Old Hwy 16 • Grumpier, NC 115 East Main St., Jefferson, NC (336) 246-9512 _____ Services en Espanol Sabados a las - 6:00PM ClasesdeESL Scrvicios a las - 7:00PM Nursery provided for all services Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene "Come as you are, you will be loved Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship A Praise 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6.00p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p. m. Robert St. off Bare (Church) 846-9378 Sunday School - 9 00 a.m. Sunday School - 10:00A.M. Sunday Worship Services -10:00 a m Sunday Morning Worship Service- 11:00A.M. Sunday Evening Services - 6.00p.m Sunday Evening Worship Service - 7:00P.M. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00 p.m Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00P.M. 9:00 a.m. Early Worship 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School for all ages 11:00a.m. - Formal Worship Service We invite you to join us for aGod centered. Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience. 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Ronnie Hopkins ASHE COUNTY CHEESE Seventh-Day Adventist Church of Warrens ville Pastor: Kevin Morgan 828/ JBLUERfDGE Serving Ashe County lor over 20 Years 24-HOUR BURNBl SBWICE Weekly Specialties Hwy 16 & 163 Intersection Fire Logs • Cooking Equipment 9:45 a.m. Sunday • Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Sunday • Worship Sendee 6:30p.m Sunday • Sunday Night Service 6:00p.m. Monday • T.E.A.M. 10:00 a.m. Tuesday * Joy In the Morning 7 00 p.m. Wednesday • Pravcr Meeting Wgh&'&r* Call Pete at 246-7039 WlDNEB (lOXSTIirCTION COMPANY Rev. Keith Casey 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson. NC (336) 246-4764 www.wjumc.net VANNOY & SONS 336-846-7164 Fax: 336-846-7165 Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Children's Church Hnd Nursery Provided Compliments of West Jefferson, NC 28694 www, jeffersonpost.com "A Life Worth Living!'' We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! Ashe County Builders Supply Termite & Pest Control Sunday Evening Worship 7:00p.m. Wednesday Evening Service 7:00p.m. Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship - 11 :<)() A.M. To list your local church on this page, call the Jefferson Post at 336-846-7164 Corner of Hwy. Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Van Transportation Available 194 and 88 West, Smethport, NC Sunday School 9:45 a.m. • Worship 11:00 a.m. Friendly Grove Baptist Church Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 West Jefferson United Methodist Church Ofjkt Phtnu: 3MH2-9416 • Rev. Lonnit Jones • Pastor Elliott Osowitt, Pastor Wednesday Night: HUMPHREY MASONRY SUPPLY. INC. Rector - The Rev. Stephen Miller Phone - 982-3076 Welcome Home Baptist Church 513 E. Main St.. Jefferson Pastor James T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 AWANA - 6:30 Bible Study - 7 -Hut Holy Trinity Church Glendale Springs 10:00 a.m. School • !0:00AM Sunday Morning Worship •11:00AM Sunday Evenings (2nd & 4th) • 7:00PM Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Youth Services - Sunday • 6:00PM Sunday School 9:45 ******************** Parish of the Holy Communion (Episcopalian) Pastor Rick Miller Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00p.m. Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! Jim Dawes, Minister Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 Sunday Evening Worship 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study 6:45PM Big Flatts Baptist Church Fleetwood, NC Pastor, Chris Cox Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd. West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Sunday Morning Worship 8:30AM and 11:00AM Family Time - 9:30AM Sunday School -10;00AM said David White, director of research for the Youth Theo­ logical Initiative at United Methodist-related Candler School of Theology at Emory University. "We in effect risk becoming narcissistic or un­ able to grasp the reality of others' lives or the life of God in our midst." Miami attorney Jack Thompson, who is heading the lawsuit in the Alabama police station shooting, says Christians have been slow to recognize both the practical and spiritual snares of such games, which he calls "mur­ der simulators." "These are powerful influ­ ences even for a kid raised on Christian values," said Thompson, a longtime cru­ sader against video game vio­ lence. "Part of parenting is to say 'no' to our children some­ times. No kid 14 or 15 should be playing 'Grand Theft Auto' games because they're so brutal." Steve Strickland never even knew such games ex­ isted before Officer Arnold Strickland was gunned down. The pastor, who had planned to go crappie fishing with his brother on the day of the shooting, opts for a fishing pole over a joystick any day. "Part of my life and my family's life is missing now," he said. "I just hope this law­ suit brings out a lot of aware­ ness. If we can keep some families from going through what we've had to go through the last two years, it will be worth it." Beaver Creek Christian Church Pastor Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 1549 Hwy. 194 South • Todd (1 ml. off Hwy 221) SUNDAY - Sunday School 10:00AM Worship U:00AM and 6:00PM MONDAY-' Community Care 6:00PM (Prayer A Outreach) WEDNESDAY- Family Night 7:00PM (All ages) (Missions Ministry. Van Ministry, Tien lime) '/I Church focused • on faith, family A the future" Church of Christ at West Jefferson Doug Frazier, Minister Sun. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship,6;00 p.m. Wednesday 7:00p.m. Bible Study 846-5615 Church Office or 846-5616 Preacher's ResidenceV Kennedy in Dallas, allowing players to shoot the president from the sixth-floor window where assassin Lee Harvey Oswald stood on Nov. 22, 1963. In his State of the State address, Blagojevich said that "for the same reason we don't allow kids to buy cigarettes ... (and) alcohol, we shouldn't allow them to go to stores and buy video games that teach them to do the very things we put people in jail for: picking up prostitutes, joining street gangs, killing police officers and even assassinating Pres­ ident Kennedy." Beyond what's illegal, crit­ ics and child development experts charge today's most violent and sexually charged fantasy games teach a culture of disrespect that celebrates brutality, devalues women and minorities, trivializes vi­ olence, reinforces stereotypes and teaches behavior that is just plain crude. Spiritual snares People may not be com­ pelled to pick up a real-life Uzi after playing such games. But Christian educators say they still distract users from developing emotional sensi­ tivity and emotional manage­ ment skills that help maxi­ mize health and happiness and develop the Christian faith. "Overuse or inappropri­ ate use of such media trains or habituates us in ways that cut us off from the pain or joy of other people, our own hearts and the call of God," Pollard Glass Burkett Avenue West Jefferson, NC 336-846-4176 Hwy 421 'Boone, NC 1828-264-9051 ".mackbrownlnc.com Family Fun Center "Church Groups Welcome" ff Discounted Rates '787 Hwy 221, West Jefferson 336-246-7077 Evening (2)otdsmof> Kybofo Booste. Ktdioia, 9hc 211 ^C ARDINAL L ANES njMfb M- r N e l ^ f Your Local Equipment Dealer For fi avon Y °Ur E9"'Pment Needs Ron oc-fBp Gap Drive * DeeP GaP' N' 8464' www.boonekubota.ci - We Build Your Home Jnom£' ~ You Want It www.classichomes Intersection US 221 & NC 163 • 1620 NC I63-E West Jefferson. NC • 336-246-3600 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2007 PAGE 7 A COMMUNITY NEWS Forum focused on issue of local homelessness by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor You may not see them on the streets, but they are here. They're not sleeping in card­ board boxes and pushing shopping carts full of cans, but they lack shelter and re­ sources. They're not standing there with their hands out, but they have needs. They are the homeless, and they are here in Ashe County. A forum in West Jefferson last week revealed the grow­ ing presence of homelessness in the county and the need to address this issue. Speakers from the Ashe Baptist Asso­ ciation, Department of Social Services, Ashe Memorial Hos­ pital, Northwestern Regional Housing Authority, and shel­ ters in Boone and Wilkesboro addressed the group about the issue of homelessness in the region and how Ashe County can respond. David Blackburn, direc­ tor of missions for the Ashe Baptist Association, described situations in which people can become homeless and said that while his organization is ready to help, funds to do so are limited. Eddie Rash with DSS noted statistics on homelessness and said more and more children are among those statistics. Situations that can lead to homelessness include domes­ tic violence, poverty, natural disasters, mental illness, sub­ stance abuse and economic hardship for various reasons. The greatest need in Ashe, he said, is a shelter for temporary housing and help in finding employment. He said he has been aware of people living in vehicles, and has taken some to the shelter in Boone, but there is often no room. Carol Roten, R.N. with the AMH Emergency Department, said she sees an increase in homelessness in the county due to substance abuse. People sometimes come to the hos­ pital's emergency room as a place to spend the night. The basic needs for people are food, shelter and security, she said. When they have children, they are more willing to ask for help. Resources are limited in Ashe, especially with transportation to the shelter in Boone. "We see a great need." Roten said. "I'd like to see this problem solved. I believe we are put on earth to help our fellow man." Lynn Mason, a Boone Town Council member and board member for the Watauga County Homeless Shelter, said she is thrilled that Ashe County is having this discus­ sion. She provided information about the Boone shelter, which serves folks from seven coun­ ties in the region. Mason said that most of the homeless people in Ashe Coun­ ty who can work are working, but with limited education and such low incomes that they cannot afford housing. And there are growing num­ bers of people with mental ill­ ness who are falling through the cracks of the state's men­ tal health care system. These people can be disruptive at the shelter, but they cannot be put out, she said. The Boone shelter is per­ mitted for 17 occupants and has a daily waiting list often as high as 10. 'The need far exceeds our ability to provide Many of those people who find themselves homeless for one reason or another end up with affordable housing such as that provided by North­ western Regional Housing Au­ thority. "People who come to live in our housing programs are often those who have been homeless and turned their lives around," Fowler said. In Ashe County, the problems with housing are availabil­ ity and affordability, he said. Many people are priced out Post photo by Linda Burchette of home ownership and some­ Ashe County High School Beta Club students made the times even the rental market. Many of his clients have elder­ first donation toward dealing with homelessness in Ashe ly or disabled family members County last week when they presented a $500 check to on fixed incomes. the Department of Social Services during a special forum. 'This is a tremendous need Pictured from left are, front: Beta Club students Kaitlin in this county," Fowler said, "a Smith and Cynthia Kastl; back: ACHS teacher KeanaTriplett, Beta Club sponsor Polly Jones, and DSS representatives significant need," that can't be funded only through local re­ Amanda Marz, Brandi Legge and Karen Riddle. sources. He suggested seeking space every night," she said. renovated to provide a shelter, federal and state assistance as "You need to be able to keep which then had to move when well as private estate funding people well over 30 days and the highway was relocated. and to remember that account­ usually more than 90 days to The shelter has a budget of ability is the key in finding and help someone get on their feet. about $24,000 mostly provid­ obtaining funding. There is a real need for more ed by United Way. The Wilkes In his brief description of a supportive situations for the shelter board works with vari­ county group looking to form a homeless so they can be suc­ ous community agencies to Habitat for Humanity in Ashe cessful and not end up home­ help people find housing and County, Don Sloan said that less again." She congratulated employment, and it's amazing, the group is close to obtaining the Ashe group on addressing Smith said, how quickly people land in Creston and perhaps the issue in their county and want to get off the street and a homeless shelter could be offered any help she could in into a home and will make an located there. He invited folks the process. to keep track of the program at effort. Homeless numbers are www.ashehabitat.org. Wilkesboro has a tempo­ DSS Supervisor and Forum rary overnight shelter that greatest in the summer began with a dozen cots in months, Smith said, as people the basement of a church, said move around and problems Bud Smith, board member for arise. He sees lots of families the Wilkes County Homeless with kids needing shelter, and Shelter. Funds were collected advised the Ashe group that in memory of local residents "It's a unique group of people and a house was rented and you'll be serving." Planning Committee member Karen Riddle said Ashe aver­ ages three to five homeless people per week and that in­ cludes many transients who pass through Ashe County who only need help getting back home where they may have a support system. Riddle and the other DSS folks were grateful beyond words for a $500 donation from the Ashe County High School Beta Club who pre­ sented a check at the forum to help initiate efforts to deal with homelessness. "We started with no money and no budget, so this five hun­ dred dollars looks like millions to us because now we have a place to start," Riddle said. "We were hoping to start with a budget of $250 or whatever to help a few people, so we're very excited right now." The forum was held to raise awareness in the county about the problem of homelessness, and now a task force will be formed to develop a vision and start looking at what can be done. 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BETTER HOMES FURNITURE CO. Family owned and operated since 1943! The largest selection of Serta Perfect Sleepers in the area! 527 East Main Street North Wilkesboro, N.C. cdfjaal UgD OuO^UUl Bacon �FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Remembering the history of Veteran's Day (Editor's Note: Veterans will be celebrated on Mon­ day, Nov. 12 in Ashe County with a ceremony at the Veter­ an's Memorial at the county courthouse. The celebration of Veteran's Day is held at 11 a.m. normally on Nov. 11 each year. In recognition of this na­ tional celebration, the follow­ ing history of Veteran's Day is offered by the Veterans of For­ eign Wars.) In 1921, an unknown World War I American sol­ dier was buried in Arlington National Cemetery. This site, on a hillside overlooking the Potomac River and the city of Washington, became the focal point of reverence for Ameri­ ca's veterans. Similar ceremonies oc­ curred earlier in England and France, where an unknown soldier was buried in each nation's highest place of hon­ or (in England, Westminster Abbey; in France, the Arc de Triomphe). These memorial gestures all took place on No­ vember 11, giving universal recognition to the celebrated ending of World War I fight­ ing at 11 a.m., November 11, 1918 (the 11th hour of the The day became known as 11th day of the 11th month). "Armistice Day." Armistice Day officially received its name in America in 1926 through a congressional resolution. It became Events planned at Fleetwood Center Fleetwood Community Center is having its annual book sale this Saturday Nov. 10, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. It is a great time to stock up on that winter reading material and save a load of money at the same time. Select from paperbacks, hardbacks, old and new. Buy a box of books for only $5 (approximately 20 books). Breakfast and lunch will be served. Everyone is in­ vited to come out and see the recent community cen­ ter improvements and save on books during this annual sale. All proceeds go to oper­ ation of the Fleetwood Com­ munity Center. The Fleetwood Commu­ nity Center is now accept­ ing registration for craft and holiday vendors 'to par­ ticipate in the Third Annual Holiday Happenings event. Holiday Happenings will be held on Saturday, Dec. 1 beginning at 8 a.m. Break­ fast and lunch will be served and The Gary Poe Show will be broadcasting live on WKSK beginning a little af­ ter 11 a.m. Venders contact Fleetwood Community Cen­ ter at 877-4973 or by email at mtviews@skybest.com. The Fleetwood Commu­ nity Center is a great loca­ tion to host your holiday gathering event. The dining area will accommodate up to 100 hungry family and friends and the gymnasium is available for the kids to work off the extra calories. There are meeting rooms for smaller groups or your business or club meeting. You are always welcome at the Fleetwood Community Center, 8996 Highway 221 South Fleetwood, NC. Call 877-4973 or email mtviews@ skybest.com. a national holiday 12 years later by similar congressional action. If the idealistic hope had been realized that World War I was "the War to end all Wars," November 11 might still be called Armistice Day. But only a few years after the holiday was proclaimed, war broke out in Europe. Sixteen and one-half million Ameri­ cans took part. Four hundred seven thousand of them died in service, more than 292,000 in battle. Armistice Day changed to celebrate all veterans Realizing that peace was equally preserved by vet­ erans of WW II and Korea, Congress was requested to make this day an occasion to honor those who have served America in all wars. In 1954 President Eisenhower signed a bill proclaiming November 11 as Veterans Day. On Memorial Day 1958, two more unidentified Ameri­ can war dead were brought from overseas and interred in the plaza beside the unknown soldier of World War I. One was killed in World War II, the other in the Korean War. In 1973, a law passed provid­ ing interment of an unknown American from the Vietnam War, but none was found for several years. In 1984, an un­ known serviceman from that conflict was placed alongside the others. To honor these men, symbolic of all Ameri­ out a survey on this topic. A record number of people Every once in a while responded and voiced over­ a new piece of technology whelming opposition to the comes along that holds the Senate's immigration pack­ potential to improve my abil­ age. Based on the feedback ity to connect with the many from the tele-town hall, im­ people who live in North Car­ migration is still on peo­ olina's Fifth Congressional ple's minds. Immigration District. Re­ stays on our cent improve­ country's ra­ ments have dar because bolstered many of you our ability to realize that send out sur­ the issue has veys via email implications or respond for national to inquiries security and through our our long tra­ website. We dition of the are always on rule of law. the lookout Illegal im­ for innova­ migration is tive ways to a force that, connect with if ignored, constituents. will dramati­ So in latecally weaken October we America's na­ tested a rela­ tional secu­ tively new rity. Porous technology that allowed us borders and the illegal aliens to conduct a district-wide who slip through them pose "telephone town hall". a danger to our security. If No one knew if the people neighboring countries' secu­ of the Fifth District would rity standards are slack and call in and participate in such our borders remain easily an event. It was a pleasant violated, we are vulnerable surprise to be overwhelmed to importing the security with questions and callers to problems of other nations. the Fifth District's first-ever This is also a matter telephone town hall. Call­ of fundamental American ers wanted to talk about is­ principles. We are a na­ sues confronting the federal tion of laws. A law-abiding government, whether that citizenry is the fabric that meant illegal immigration, keeps our system intact and tax policy, the War on Terror thriving. But what happens or social security. Others when we turn a blind eye to had more locally based con­ millions who chose to flaunt cerns that dealt with educa­ our laws? When we do this, tion or veterans benefits. at a very primary level, we The callers were eager communicate that our laws to discuss these issues and are not worth keeping or more, and as a result of the enforcing if enough people huge number of calls, the choose to disregard them. town hall was extended for In light of these realities, it's an extra 30 minutes. Based not surprising that so many on the positive feedback that people in the Fifth District we received, it looks like this care a great deal about ille­ will be one more tool for you gal immigration. to use to keep me up-to-date The comments of several about the most pressing is­ people during the town hall sues on your minds. also reinforced for me the A couple of things stand value of your feedback. In out from our conversation Washington there is an "ex­ during the town hall. First, pert" around every corner the topic of illegal immigra­ waiting to confiscate your tion and its effects on the hard-earned dollars for the Fifth District remains the latest government program. number one issue on your But the ideas I hear from minds. And secondly, I was constituents often reflect a once again pleased to see grasp of reality and of the how average Americans are value of a hard-earned dol­ a great source of common lar that is lost on many peo­ sense ideas. ple inside the Washington This past summer, during beltway. the height of the debate over Please keep sending your the Senate's botched immi­ ideas and feedback my way. gration bill, our office sent You can contact our office with your comments and ideas for creating a better, more responsive govern­ ment in a couple of simple ways: either call us toll-free at 866-677-8968 or send an e-mail through my website at www.foxx.house.gov. I look forward to hearing from you. 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If your church, Sunday School Class, organization or you as an individual would like to sponsor a child, call 246-5631 and you will receive all the in­ formation needed to begin this process. Also 900 new books for Children are needed to give with the Christmas Gifts. New Books can be dropped off at Ashe County Library, McDonalds, Partnership for Children and the Ashe Bap­ tist Association Office before December 7th. If you want to help wrap gifts at Family Cen­ tral in December 3-7 call Dawn Goodman at 246-2461. If you want to help on distribution day let is know. We need your help. Without you we cannot complete this project. Thank you Ashe County for caring about children. Friday November 9 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Wilkes Community College will offer a continuing education update and elective for real estate agents. An elective entitled "The Price is Right" will also be held on Nov. 9 from 1:30 to 5:30 p.m. Anne Rasheed will be the presenter for both courses. Additionally, "Art of the Short Sale," an elective pre­ sented by Julia Iden, will be of­ fered on Nov. 10 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost will be $45 per course. For more information or to preregister, contact Phyllis Vannoy at 336-838-6166 or Dena Wiles at 336-838-6210. 5:30 p.m.: "Songs for the De­ cades," a benefit concert for A Safe Home for Everyone at Ashe Civic Center. Refreshments will be available. Admission $2, all proceeds benefit A.S.H.E. Saturday November 10 8 a.m.-5 p.m.: Giant book sale at Fleetwood Commu­ nity Center. 10,000 books from which to choose, $5 a box. Breakfast and lunch avail­ able. Located in the former Fleetwood School on NC 88 in Fleetwood. All proceeds benefit the community center operation. Donations welcome. Come and learn more about Fleetwood Community Center. 2 p.m.: Santa Claus comes to town during the Parker Tie "Do It Best" Holiday Parade in downtown West Jefferson along Jefferson Avenue. Food and drinks are available from the We Care Planning Commit­ tee at the corner of Jefferson Avenue and Main Street with proceeds benefiting the BROC crisis heating fuel program. 11 a.m.: Veterans' Day cere­ mony in Jefferson at the Veter­ Singing will be: The Three Top Gospel Singers and Brenda Graybeal and Friends. Pastor Denton Hart and the congrega­ tion want to invite everyone to attend! ans' Memorial on the campus of Ashe County Courthouse. Service is led by the Ashe County High School JROTC in conjunction with local veterans organizations. Sunday November 11 6 p.m.: Ashe County Garden Club will have their annual holi­ All Day Sunshine Sunday — presentations at churches to increase awareness of suicide prevention. Call 846-0781 to get materials for your church. 11 a.m.: Glendale Springs Presbyterian Church will have special singing with Larry Bailey and Group from Beulah Presby­ terian in Wilkesboro. 2 p.m.: The Calvary Free Will Baptist Church of Glendale Springs, NC, is pleased to pres­ ent in concert, The Primitive Quartet, on Sunday, November 11 at 2:00 p.m. The Primitive Quartet has been traveling and singing gospel music thirty-four years, and today travels ap­ proximately fifty thousand miles a year and performs nearly one hundred fifty dates annu­ ally. Their music is the traditional mountain shape note style sing­ ing accompanied by acoustical instruments including the man­ dolin, banjo, fiddle, guitars, and acoustic bass. This yearly event is always standing room only, so come early for a good seat. No tickets are required, but a love offering will be collected for the group. The church is located at 3044 Old Wilkesboro Rd., just across from the Raccoon Holler Campground. For more information and/or directions, call Pastor Sonny Thomas at (336)982-4743 or Paul Jones at (336)982-3478. day party and dinner. Members are reminded to get checks for the event to Don Johnson, trea­ surer, by the end of October. The club meets the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m. For more information about the club or the dinner, call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. Tuesday November 13 All Day Books are Fun Sale at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Great educational Christmas gifts for children plus oodles of unique items. Proceeds will help support the hospital. 5:30-7:30 p.m.: Informational meeting with the West Jeffer­ son Planning Board to hear input on development of a land use plan for the town. Anyone interested is invited to come to the downstairs meeting room at Ashe County Public Library. The meeting is primarily a drop-in event where citizens can help determine the goals of the land use plan, exam­ ine information on their own, and ask questions of planning board members and planners. A short presentation is sched­ uled at 5:30 p.m., but all infor­ mation will be available for pub­ lic examination throughout the evening. For more information, call West Jefferson Town Hall at 246-3551. Wednesday November 14 All Day Books are Fun Sale at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Great educational Christmas gifts for children plus oodles of unique items. Proceeds will help support the hospital. Thursday November 15 All day: Great American Smokeout. Are you ready to Quit? Call the Quitline at 1 -800 Quit-NOW-1-800-784-8669. 9 a.m.-6 p.m.: Annual Christ­ mas Bazaar at Ashe Services for Aging Senior Center. Wide variety of handmade and com­ mercially made items ideal for holiday gift-giving such as jewelry, holiday decorations, collectibles, quilted items, toys and much more along with lots of tasty homemade cakes, cookies, pies, bread and treats. Proceeds benefit the senior center operation. Located at 180 ChattyRob Lane near the intersection of Ray Taylor Road and Buck Mountain Road in West Jefferson. Continues on Friday. For information, call 246-4347. Friday November 16 9 a.m.-6 p.m.: Annual Christ­ mas Bazaar at Ashe Servic­ es for Aging Senior Center. Wide variety of handmade and commercially made items ideal for holiday gift-giving such as jewelry, holiday decorations, collectibles, quilted items, toys and much more along with lots of tasty homemade cakes, cookies, pies, bread and treats. Proceeds benefit the senior center operation. Lo­ cated at 180 ChattyRob Lane near the intersection of Ray Taylor Road and Buck Moun­ tain Road in West Jefferson. For information, call 246-4347. Saturday November 17 4-8 p.m.: Fundraiser for can­ cer victim Eric Weaver at New River Fire Department (on Hwy 16). Pinto bean supper, bake sale and singing. Need all kinds of desserts, corn bread and ac­ companiments for beans. Need volunteers to work. Please do­ nate baked goods, time and money. Call Jack Young (8774386) or Ernie Mitchell (8779274). 5 p.m.: Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner Fundraiser by Mt. Paddy Church Evangelical Christian Ladies. Call in orders welcome. Menu of turkey and dressing, rolls, cranberry sauce, candied yams, green beans, pumpkin pie, coffee or tea; $7 adults, $4 children under 10. 7 p.m.: Simon Says Back by Popular Demand, presented by "His Kids" and "Adoration" of Ashe Schools for Home Education with new songs and multimedia presentation at the Ashe Civic Center in West Jef­ ferson. Another performance on Sunday, Nov. 18 at 3 p.m. Admission is free. Ongoing Events Phipps Farm Friday Night Jam. Every Friday (rain, sleet, or snow): 7-10 p.m. Admission Free. Venue is Old Time and Bluegrass Mountain Music. All music levels welcome, dancers too. Location: 2425 Silas Creek Rd., Lansing, NC. 28643. Info: Rita or Dawg Wood 336-3842382. How do Huskies' Fans celebrate after each Huskies' victory? They come to the Fifth Quarter. What is the 'Fifth Quarter"? It is a safe alternative and safe activity for high school and middle school students and their parents/friends. The 'Fifth Quarter* is held after each Ashe County High School home football game. The location of the 'Fifth Quarter" is the Youth Center at Warrensville Baptist Church and the Fellowship Hall of Warrensville United Methodist Church. Activities for the youth include games, music, devotional time and fellowship. This event is sponsored by the Warrensville Baptist, Warrensville United Methodist, Smethport United Methodist, Clifton United Methodist, and Phoenix Baptist Churches. For more information, please call 384-3391. Maintain and improve your German Conversation skills over a cup of coffee at Anne's Place in the heart of downtown Lansing every Wednesday from 2-4. Anne's Place is located at the traffic light across from Main Street Discount. Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday - Friday without appointments. 6 p.m.: Special singing from the Bluff Mountain Boys will be held at Bristol Baptist Church. Please come and join us! Landmark Baptist Church will 20% off Christmas Decorations Wreaths • Mantel Arrangements • Ornaments Beautiful Lighted Boxes • Trees • Birds Deer • Much More! Open Weekdays 9:30 - 5:00 • Saturday 9:30 - 2:00 Diversified Interiors & Accessories, Inc^ Hwy 421 W Wilkesboro (next to McLean Floor Covering) 336-973-3005 NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE PROPOSED WIDENING OF NC 88 FROM NC 194 TO US 221 BUSINESS IN JEFFERSON TIP Project No. U-3812 Monday November 12 7 p.m.: Saturday Night Singing at Mtn. View Baptist Church. November 8th, 9th,10th TMrsdaj), Friciaij, Satwdaij V have Rev. Sam Hawkins from Cardwell Freewill Baptist Church in Saltville, VA, as the visiting evangelist on Sunday, November 11th at 6:30 p.m. Landmark is located in the Silas Creek com­ munity. The Pastor, Reverend Charlie McCoy and the congre­ gation invite everyone to attend. Ashe County The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NC­ DOT) will hold the above Design Public Hearing on November 29, 2007 between the hours of 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. at the Ashe County High School Cafeteria, 184 Campus Drive, West Jefferson, 28694. Interested individuals may attend at their con­ venience during the above stated hours. Please note there will be no formal presentation. NCDOT proposes to improve safety on NC 88 and improve a link between NC 194 and the Town of Jefferson. There will be four alternatives presented during the hearing. The project calls for correcting a restricted roadway with poor horizontal and vertical alignment. The project is about 1.6 miles in length. The purpose of this workshop is for NCDOT representatives to provide information, answer questions, and accept written comments regarding the location and design of this project. 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Department of Environment and Natural Resources Special to the Post When designing a new home to Firewise specifica­ tions, planners consider a number of factors including RALEIGH — The wildfires the slope of the terrain. Fire in Southern California have spreads more rapidly on even destroyed more than 2,000 minor slopes, so building on homes and killed 14 peo­ the most level portion of the ple. Of those 2,000 homes, land will provide more pro­ many may have been saved tection. A single-story struc­ through the use of Firewise ture should be at least 30 concepts before the fires feet back from any ridge or started. cliff, and that distance will With the continued increase with homes higher drought present in North than one story. The steeper Carolina, and the onset of the slope, the more distance fall, now is the time for ho­ is needed between- flamma­ meowners to take the neces­ ble fuels and the structure. sary precautions to avoid a A well-maintained drive­ similar disaster from occur­ way that is wide enough to ring here. Since North Caro­ provide easy access for fire lina ranks first in the nation engines with ample turn­ for the number of acres of around space near the house wildland urban interface is also recommended. An­ (WUI), areas where homes other suggestion is to create with driveways and structures meet forested firebreaks areas - and also ranks fifth or gravel areas, and main­ nationally for the number of taining a well-irrigated area homes within the WUI - con­ at least 30' on all sides of ditions exist which amplify a structure that provides suppression the possibility of losing nu­ space for fire equipment in the event of an merous homes to wildfires. Firewise Communities/ emergency. USA provides citizens with The primary goal in de­ the knowledge necessary to signing or renovating any maintain an acceptable lev­ structure is fuel and expo­ el of fire readiness, with the sure reduction. Using nongoal being minimal damage combustible construction to homes from an approach- • materials for roof coverings ing wildfire if no fire suppres­ will greatly reduce the risk sion resources are present. A of a structure catching fire. wildfire mitigation special­ Consider using masonry or ist, such as a county ranger, metal as protective barriers meets with communities to between a fence and house if develop a plan on how to attaching an all-wood fence eliminate or reduce fire haz­ to the structure. Screen or ards and create an "ignition- box-in areas below patios free" area around homes. and decks with wire screen Mitigation techniques can no larger than 1/8 inch mesh. be implemented no matter Make sure an elevated wood­ how old the community is or en deck is not located at the during the planning process, top of a hill where it will be before the first house is ever in direct line of a fire moving built. up slope. Consider a terrace Elmer Eldreth is the winner for last week's Jefferson Post Football Contest. Congratulations! He guessed more winning teams than any other contestant, and guessed closest to the tie-breaking score. -/ Please play the Jefferson *'h\ , Post Football Contest again next week! Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest Winner Lillie Church is the winner for this week's Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest. She correctly chose the race winner, lirnmie Johnson, and guessed the correct number of caution flags with a guess of 12. Thank you for all of your entries! Please play the Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest again next week! instead. To create a Firewise land­ scape, homeowners, commu­ nity leaders and planners need to remember that the primary goal is fuel reduc­ tion, removing anything that will allow the home to ignite. Recommendations for creat­ ing a Firewise Community include designing, installing and maintaining Firewise landscaping. Suggestions in­ clude taking out the "ladder fuels" or the vegetation that serves as a link between grass or surface fuel and tree tops that can carry fire onto a structure. Use metal when constructing a trellis and cover it with high-moisture, low flammability vegetation. Don't allow combustible ma­ terials and debris to accu­ mulate beneath patio decks or elevated porches and keep gutters, eaves and roofs clear of leaves and other debris. Anywhere that windblown leaves and debris collects is also where windblown em­ bers and sparks will collect during a wildfire. Make periodic inspections of your home, looking for de­ terioration such as breaks and spaces between roof tiles, warping wood or cracks and crevices in the struc­ ture. Inspect your property, clear deadwood and dense vegetation at a distance of at least 30 feet from your house. Move firewood away from the house or attach­ ments like fences or decks. Structures attached to the house, such as decks, porch­ es, fences and outbuildings should be considered part of the house because they can act as fuel bridges. How many ATMs does your bank have in Ashe County? AF Bank has four ATMs: • West Jefferson • Mt. Jefferson • Wal-Mart • Warrensville We make banking easier! Bank (336) 246-4344 | www.afgrp.com Member fdic LIMITED TIME OFFER! COME IN T0DAYI Ashe County Sheriff's Office announces Crimestoppers has a NEW Telephone Number 846-4188 For Non-Emergency Calls, dial: NO REBATES! 846-5600 The following local volunteer fire departments will also change to 846-5600: •Fleetwood Fire/Rescue; •Lansing Fire/Rescue; •Warrensville Fire/Rescue; •West Jefferson Fire Department; • Glendale Springs Fire Department; •Ashe County Rescue •West Jefferson Police Department. Over the next few weeks, you may continue to dial the old telephone numbers of 246-4188 and 219-2600 or the new numbers listed above. An announcement will be made in December of the mandatory dialing date for the new telephone numbers. PLUS! Get a Bluetooth Retail Locations West Jefferson 1447 C Mt Jefferson Rd. 800-235-5007 West Jefferson - Skyline Telepone 1079 NCHwy 194 N 800-759-2226 Requires 2 year agreement. Activation fee applies. Certain restrictions apply. See store for details. Carolina West ireless www.carolinawest.com 800-235-5007 �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2007 PAGE 11A COMMUNITY NEWS Tony Orlando at WCC The Walker Center cel­ ebrates the start of the Holi­ day Season with a special Christmas performance by Tony Orlando on Friday, No­ vember 30. The Walker Cen­ ter proudly announces that this performance of the 20072008 "Fiery Nights" Season is sponsored by Hardee's. Tony Orlando's most rec­ ognizable hit is the classic, "Tie a Yellow Ribbon Round the Ole Oak Tree." Other fa­ vorites include "Candida" and "Knock Three Times." Audi­ ences are electrified by the warmth and energy he brings to the stage during each per­ formance. Tony Orlando has had overwhelming success including five number one hits, a popular television se­ ries, and work in film and on Broadway. For this special holiday performance, Tony will be fea­ turing some favorite holiday tunes. "This show is timed perfectly to get audiences ready for the holiday season," says Kathy Gray, Director of Events and Hospitality Ser­ vices, "Everyone thoroughly enjoyed Tony's performance the last time he joined our season line-up and we are excited to bring him back for Walker Center audiences with a special seasonal per­ formance that will get every­ one in the holiday spirit." Tony remains one of Amer­ ica's best loved entertainers. He has been honored with three American Music Awards and a People's Choice Award. In 1990, Tony was awarded a star on the Hollywood Walkof-Fame in recognition of his dm 11 outstanding achievements in the entertainment industry. The Walker Center also features dinners before each season show in the Lakey Ballroom. The menus feature chef-carved entrees, fresh vegetables, homemade des­ serts, and breads. Pre-show dinners are a great addition to a night at the Walker Cen­ ter. Reservations are required and can be made by contact­ ing the Walker Center Box Office at 336-838-6260. Tony Orlando's perfor­ mance will begin at 8 p.m. on Friday, November 30. Tick­ ets are still available for this show and all season events. To find out more or purchase tickets, call 336-838-6260, email walker. boxoffice@ wilkescc.edu, or visit www. walkercenteronline.org. Time for teeth Post photo by Linda Burchette Halloween may have given children an overdose of sugar, so to help them recover and learn good oral care practices, dental hygienists from the office of Dr. Francis Amato in Jefferson provided several days of instruction to fourth graders at Westwood Elementary School last week. DonnaRae Ford (pictured in Cara Elliott's class) and Rachel Dyche visited classrooms to teach children proper brushing techniques and care of their teeth and gums. (Adults listening got a few tips as well!) The dental hygienists used "Bidji Roo," a stuffed kangaroo with big teeth and sound, to demonstrate their lessons and handed out gift bags with dental care products donated by Dr. Amato. ENDLESS DIAMONDS Business has new home Post photo by Teresa Laws Glitz & Glamour has moved to a new location to better serve the High Country. You can find them inside Jo's Beauty Salon on South Jefferson Avenue in downtown West Jefferson across the street from T. Gray's. Glitz & Glamour offers a large selection of accessories including jewelry, pocketbooks, kid's hair tattoos, sunglasses and more. For more information, call Polly Osborne at 385-0803. 57ie JleffelstCne\ "Gallery of Fine Jewelry" Building your trust and our reputation one customer at a time. 411 South Main Street Jefferson, NC 28640 A Sparkle to Match Her Eyes 336-846-8626 TIE. 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The opinion without any additional procedures or mammography machine, your breast computer does not replace the radiologist who doctor's appoint- will be placed between two plastic would normally read the mammograms, ments. It is plates. The plates will come together, it merely acts as a "second opinion" for the simply part of the pressing on the breast to make it as physician. It can alert the physician to take a mammography flat as possible. By flattening the closer look at subtle warning signs that might reading process of { breast it is easier to find lumps, easily be missed. In fact, the use of your radiologist's | especially ones that may be small computer-aided office. cancers. Usually you will have two detection is mammograms of each breast taken, expected to one from the side and one from the reduce the top. The test may be a little uncom­ number of breast fortable, but only takes cancers missed. A mammogram is a type of X-ray of the a few minutes. A radiologist will review the x-ray and report any significant findings. Simply being a woman and getting older puts you at some risk for breast cancer. Your risk for breast cancer continues to increase over your lifetime. Several factors can further increase your risk for breast cancer. For more information regarding these known risks contact the National Cancer Institute (www.nci.nih.gov) r# Why is your doctor using the Second Look' system? Second Look is a computer-aided detection system that was created using an extensive database of normal and cancer cases. Its breakthrough technology provides an extra level of protection that can assist the radiologist in breast cancer detection. Your mammogram is scanned into the Second Look system and is analyzed using sophisticated software, which helps to identify potentially cancerous lesions. or the American Cancer Society (www.cancer.org). Mu The Ashe Memorial Hospital Mammography Department is accredited by the American College of Radiology and the FDA and meets all the Mammography Quality Standards Act Requirements. Slsfie (Memorial is a Softer (Mammogram (Provider We provide a soft foam cushion, called a MammoPad® for each woman's personal use during their screening mammogram. It's our way to provide the tender loving care you deserve. Call our staff at: 336-846-0722 to answer any questions you might have! �Football Friday Night FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2007 The Huskies journey after their first ever post-season win tonight. Vikings from South Iredell vs the Huskies of Ashe County Kickoff: 7:30 p.m. Admission $6 This week in Husky sports Huskies go after school's first post-season victory by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor For the fourth straight year in a row, the Huskies of Ashe County High School have qualified for the NCHSAA Football Championship. The Huskies have been seeded as the fourth ranked team in the NCHSAA 2AA West Bracket, which is high enough for a first round playoff game. The Huskies have been paired with the Vikings of South Ire­ dell for the first round. The Vikings enter the game with a season record of 5-6 under their new coach, Ed Masterson. The Vikings finished the Southern Pied­ mont A-AA combined confer­ ence in fourth place this year with a 3-3-conference record. The losses came from higher seeded East Lincoln and Lincolnton, but then the Vikings were upset by a lower ranked Bessemer City. The Vikings did upset North Lincoln on their homecoming to claim a crucial win to finish in fourth place. Riding a two game losing streak, and featuring a los­ ing average of points for and against, the Vikings enter the game tonight scoring an av­ erage of nearly twenty-three points per game, but they have allowed an average of twentysix points per game. Quarter­ back Anthony Thwaits in a single-back set leads their of­ fense, as Thwaits has gained over 1,400 yards on the sea­ son, with ten touchdowns in ten games. His two primary targets are wide receivers T. Dalton and Kevin Ikard. Both receivers strike against their opposing defense by averag­ ing nearly twenty-yards per catch. The Huskies are led on of­ fense by David Grubb on the ground attack, who is averag­ ing 93.1 yards per game and quarter back Daniel Wain is averaging 137-yards per game passing and fifteen touchdowns on the season, with an average of fourteen1yards per catch. Ethan Gray­ beal uses his tall bodily frame to be the Huskies' primary re­ ceiver. Graybeal has snagged 34 catches for 526 yards on the season to lead the Hus­ kies in receiving. From the defensive stand­ point, Ashe's stout defense has held their opponents to an average of 232.2 yards per game, compared to the Hus­ kies' 301.2 yards per game, 131.2 rushing yards per game and 102 passing yards per game. The Huskies' defense will have their hands full against the Vikings and will play a vital role in the game. The Vikings' offense has the reputation of being a quick, small squad that typically likes to run the ball around the ends. The game for the Huskies is their second home playoff game of the school history. Coach Bill Strong, in only his second season at Ashe has led the Huskies to two MVAC Co-Championships and both home playoff games. Ashe has qualified for the playoffs for four years in a row now, but is still yet to earn a post-season victory. With a win tonight, the Huskies will once again host again next week as they will face the winner of the #12 Smoky Mountain vs #5 Pisgah game. Smoky Mountain's head coach is the Huskies' former coach, Dale Galloway, and the two teams met last week in their final game of the regular season. Pisgah defeated Smoky Mountain 5130, which could possibly fuel Smoky Mountain to an upset, However, the primary fo- cus for the Huskies is to beat the Vikings tonight at Husky Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. and admission is $6. Edwards' performance carries App into first place by Appalachian Sports Information CHARLESTON, S.C. - Quarterback Armanti Ed­ wards rushed for a schoolrecord 291 yards and led No. 9 Appalachian State Univer­ sity into a virtual tie for first place in the wild Southern Conference with 45-24 vic­ tory at The Citadel on Sat­ urday. Edwards' 291 yards came on just 21 carries (13.9 ypr), including touchdown runs of 80 (a career long and Ap­ palachian's longest play of the season) and 25 yards. In the process, the sophomore also broke ASU's career re­ Post photo courtesy of Angie Eggers cord for rushing yards by a Luke Eggers and his father Nathan Eggers enjoyed a special deer hunt in late October. It was quarterback, needing just 20 an opportunity Luke had won through Hunters Helping Kids, and he got his first deer. games to amass 1,889 yards on the ground and obliterate the previous record of 1,621 racked up by current Moun­ taineer quarterbacks coach Scott Satterfield from 199295. Combined with losses by Wofford (38-35 vs. Georgia Southern) and Elon (52-49 at Furman), Appalachian (7-2, 3-2 SoCon) has moved back into a virtual tie for first place in its pursuit of by Linda Burchette the Hunters Helping Kids when he investigated their a third-straight SoCon title. Assistant Editor program. "He was afraid home situation, he discovered ASU is tied in the loss col­ Young people in Ashe to use it, so the landowner medical problems and County are receiving loaned him a high powered financial hardship that left umn with Elon (6-3, 4-2 So­ Con), Georgia Southern (7-2, assistance from a new .22 and he did well with it. the family with not enough 4-2 SoCon) and Wofford (7-3, program dedicated not only He was really thrilled with food. 4-2 SoCon) atop the SoCon to helping kids but keeping the hunt and getting his first "This program helps standings. alive a sporting tradition. deer. He's already signed up children like' that with great Thanks in large part to Hunters Helping Kids for the 4-H shooting club." needs in food and clothing," Edwards' 341 yards of total raises money through Luke was lucky not only Houck said. "If they leave business sponsors to provide in winning the gun and with a smile on their faces, offense (211 rushing, 130 half assistance to children and hunting trip through last you've done something. It's passing) in the first alone, the Mountaineers their families in need, and year's fundraising banquet, a real good organization. It's offers them and the children but while at the hunt last unreal the people who have jumped out to a 31-14 halfof the business sponsors an month he won the chance for come on board with this. time lead. The Citadel (5-4, 3-3 So­ opportunity to win prizes and a turkey hunt next spring. Most everything at these Con) scored the first 10 hunting experiences. The whole program is like banquets is made especially points of the second half to Luke Eggers, the 11-year- a never-ending draw to win for the Hunters Helping cut the Mountaineer advan­ old son of Nathan and Angie changes for guns, hunting Kids program, such as a gold tage to 31-24, but Edwards Eggers of Crumpler, was the trips, outdoor equipment, medallion in the stock of the and the Apps dominated the lucky winner of a gun and artwork and much more, guns, on turkey calls and fourth quarter to earn their hunting trip through this all donated by the business duck decoys. It makes them 13th win in the last 14 tries program, and enjoyed his first sponsors, said Nathan, whose special and collectible." versus the Bulldogs. deer hunt the last weekend business Eggers & Eggers Houck said the founder, Clinging to the seven-point of October. He shot his first Construction is a sponsor. Chris Hatley, is working lead, Walter Payton Award deer, a spike buck, with a The children of sponsors and on expanding the program candidate Kevin Richardson rifle loaned to him by the the children helped through across the country to states broke off a 43-yard run on this program join together such as Texas, Indiana and landowner. the second play of the final Luke had won a single for the hunts, banquets and Wisconsin. period to move Appalachian shot shotgun interchangeable other events to learn from The website of Hunters inside the Citadel 10 yard with a .243 rifle, but was each other. Helping Kids, Inc. states that, line. Two plays later, Rich­ afraid of the recoil as he had "We raise money to help "In early 2005, seven men got ardson dove in from a yard never used such a gun before, children and families in Ashe together and formed a new out to stretch the ASU ad­ said his dad. So the generous County," said Leonard Houck, non-profit organization called vantage back to 14 at 38-24. landowner, on whose800 acres chief of New River Volunteer Hunters Helping Kids, Inc. After forcing a three-andnear Campbell University the Fire & Rescue Department. One man, Chris Hatley, had a out, the Mountaineers sealed hunt took place, loaned Luke ""We keep half the money we vision years ago to make this the triumph with ^ 10-play, a .22 caliber rifle valued at raise and send the other half dream become a reality. With 70-yard drive, capped by Ed­ nearly $1,200. He liked the to Chris (Hatley, founder, for the help of Billy Baucom, wards' 25-yard touchdown gun a lot, Nathan said, and expanding the program)." Bob Cansler, Dale Dodson, run with 8:16 remaining in now wants a .17 caliber rifle Houck gave an example Sean Radford, Johnny Riley the ballgame. of how this program helps and Tommy Smith Hunters for Christmas. From there, the only "I was worried that he kids. A game warden in Helping Kids camfc to life in drama left was whether Ed­ wouldn't want to go on the Wilkes County found two April of 2005." wards would break the ASU hunt because he had never children, aged about 10 or "Hunters Helping Kids is a single-game rushing record illegally. When non-profit 501c3 organization shot anything with that much 11, fishing set by Ritchie Melchor, who of a kick," Nathan said of the he asked them why, they dedicated to educating youth rushed for 267 (on 36 carries) shotgun Luke won through said they were hungry, and See Hunter's, page 2B versus Chattanooga on Oct. Hunter's program helps local children with food and fun Post photo courtesy of GoASU.com Armanti Edwards rushed for a school-record 291 yards, including this 80-yard touchdown run, to lead ASU to a 4524 win at The Citadel. 28, 1989. Ort third-and-15 from the ASU 23 with about five minutes remaining, Ed­ wards ended the suspense by breaking off a 29-yard run to grab the record and end his spectacular day. In addition to the rush­ ing records, Edwards also completed 10-of-20 passes for 148 yards, giving him 439 yards of total offense, the fourth-highest mark in school history (and the most by anyone not named Richie Williams). Spurred by Edwards and Richardson (68 yards on 14 carries), Appalachian rushed for 439 yards en route to 587 total yards, its most since posting 594 yards in last season's 56-21 win at Chat­ tanooga. Defensively, the Moun­ taineers were led by true freshman linebacker D.J. Smith, who racked up a game-high 16 tackles (1.5 for loss) and returned his firstcareer interception 23 yards for a touchdown early in the second quarter. Defensive end Tony Robertson chipped in by being in on 1.5 of ASU's five sacks. Appalachian looks to move a step closer to its third-straight SoCon title next Saturday when it hosts archrival Western Carolina at Kidd Brewer Stadium.The Battle for the Old Mountain Jug kicks off at 3:30 p.m. and will be televised nationally on ESPNU on tape delay be­ ginning at 10:30 p.m. NOTES: The Mountain­ eers topped 30 points for the ninth-straight game, ex­ tending its school record ... the previous ASU record for consecutive 30-point games was six, set last season ... Appalachian outscored The Citadel 21-3 in the second quarter, upping ASU's scor­ ing advantage in the second period this season to 135-30 ... the Apps moved to 52-12 in games played in Novem­ ber under head coach Jerry Moore ... Appalachian upped its record to 14-4 in games played away from home since 2005. SoCon Standings Conf Season W L W L Georgia Southern 4 27 Wofford 4 2 7 3 Elon 4 2 6 3 Appalachian St. 3 2 7 2 Citadel 3 3 5 4 Furman 2 3 4 5 Chattanooga 2 4 2 7 Western Carolina 0 5 1 8 2 �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS Jefferson Rotary Club announces the Ashe County Hall of Fame by Vicky Moody Special to the Post The Jefferson's Rotary Club has taken on another project! The club was ap­ proached by Bradley Mc­ Neill, Charlie Bowers and Lane Hurley with the idea of beginning a Sports Hall of Fame similar to one in Caldwell County to recog­ nize and honor sports men and women in individual and team sports. Honorees would include representatives from not only the traditional ball sports of basketball, football and golf, but also hunting, game fishing, racing, and many others. The response of the club was to create the Jefferson's Rotary Club Ashe County Sports Hall of Fame Committee, which is com­ prised of members of both the Rotary Club and the public. Beginning with meetings this past March, the commit­ tee has met numerous times to brainstorm and prepare for the first annual induction ceremony and banquet sched­ uled at Ashe County High School on April 26, 2008. Nomination forms with com­ plete details will be available beginning November 16 from the main office of Ashe Coun­ ty High School and from the Ashe Chamber of Commerce. The deadline for submission of applications will be Jan. 1, 2008. Community mem­ bers are encouraged to begin collecting information for any team or individual they would like to submit to the Nominations Committee. The committee is com­ 2. Is it FAIR to all con­ prised of Charlie Bowers, cerned? Graham Caddell, Howard 3. Will it build GOOD Combs, Truett Eller, Molly WILL and BETTER FRIEND­ Gambill, Glen Hentschel, SHIPS? Gale Hurley, Lane Hurley, 4. Will it be BENEFICIAL Donnie Johnson, Dean 'Doc' to all concerned? Jones, Jr., Bradley McNeill, The Four Avenues of Ser­ Vicky Moody, Marc Payne, vice, based on the Object of Mick Phillips, Mitch Phillips, Rotary, are Rotary's philo­ Billy Smith, Doug Spell, Mor­ sophical cornerstone and the ris Walker, and James Young. foundation on which club ac­ Vicky Moody is serving as tivity is based: chairman and James Young Club Service focuses on is serving as treasurer of the strengthening fellowship and committee. Any of these com­ ensuring the effective func­ mittee members can be con­ tioning of the club. tacted for more information. Vocational Service encour­ With the motto of Service ages Rotarians to serve oth­ Above Self, the Jefferson's ers through their vocations Rotary Club abides by the 4- and to practice high ethical Way Test of all the things we standards. think, say or do: Community Service covers 1. Is it the TRUTH? the projects and activities the club undertakes to improve life in its community. International Service en­ compasses actions taken to expand Rotary's humanitar­ ian reach around the globe and to promote world under­ standing and peace. Object of Rotary The object of Rotary is to encourage and foster the ideal of service as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster: 1. The development of ac­ quaintance as an opportunity for service; 2. High ethical standards in business and professions; the recognition of the worthi­ ness of all useful occupations; and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society; 3. The application of the ideal of service in each Rotar­ ian's personal, business, and community life; 4. The advancement of in­ ternational understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of busi­ ness and professional per­ sons united in the ideal of service. The Jefferson's Rotary Club supports the Rotary Foundation, the official name of the world-wide organiza­ tion that is the largest phil­ anthropic association in the world. For more information about Rotary in general, see www.rotary.org or contact any member of the Jefferson's Rotary Club. Recent Catfish Derby a huge success Ashe County Parks and Recreation hosted the an­ nual Catfish derby on Sep­ tember 22nd. This year's event was a huge success, the derby was the largest ever. The crowd brought in record breaking numbers. The event provided a great opportunity for residents to come out to the park and participate in the fam­ ily event. Youth and adults enjoyed a day of fishing and socializing. The Jefferson Bojangle's donated 50 sausage bis­ cuits for the first 50 fish­ erman. Walmart donated a rod and reel for the first place winner, Buffalo Hunt­ ing and Fishing donated a rod and reel for the second place winner, and Moun­ tain Outfitters donated a fanny pack packed with fishing lures. The NC Wildlife Com­ mission provided free Fish for Fun bags that included tackle boxes, fishing rags, and literature about fish­ ing. The NCWRC stocked several hundred catfish for the event. Post photo courtesy of Parks and Recreation Post photos courtesy of Parks and Recreation First Place: D.J. Mahala with a 26-inch catch. 1AA Western Bracket Second place: Caleb Todd-Stone with a 21-inch catch. 2AA Western Bracket 7 West Davidson (7-2) hosting 10 East Lincoln (7-3) 7 Hibriten (7-3) host 10 Forest Hills (6-4) 2 Brevard (7-3) host 15 Mountain Heritage (4-6) 2 Mt. Pleasant (10-0) host 15 North Henderson (5-5) 6 Wilkes Central (8-2) host 11 Maiden (6-4) 6 North Lincoln (8-2) host 11 Bandys (6-4) 3 Lincolnton (7-3) host 14 East Rutherford (5-5) 3 Salisbury (8-2) host 14 East Henderson (5-5) 8 Starmount (6-4) host 9 Atkins (5-5) 8 West Henderson (4-6) host 9 North Surry (6-4) 1 Newton Conovcr (7-3) host 16 Bessemer City (4-6) 1 Shelby (10-0) host 16 West Stokes (5-5) 5 Monroe (8-2) host 12 Mitchell County (6-4) 5 Pisgah (8-2) host 12 Smoky Mountain (6-4) 4 Owen (7-3) host 13 North Rowan (5-5) 4 Ashe County (7-3) host 13 South Iredell (5-5) Bold denotes MVAC Game Bold denotes MVAC Game Post photos courtesy of Parks and Recreation Third place: Austin Poe with a 19-inch catch. Hunter's continued from page IB in wildlife conservation and management. It is our belief that giving boys and girls of all ages and abilities outdoor sports experiences will result in their becoming the conservationists of tomorrow. In 2005 HHK was incorporated and is now an independent organization, • 109 I* relying on the tax-deductible donations of goods, services and monetary support from individuals and corporations as well as fundraising Banquets." Ashe County got involved in 2006 forming the New River Chapter sponsored by New River Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department, and held its first fundraising banquet. The second is planned for this Saturday, November 10 at the National Guard Armory in Jefferson starting at 7 p.m. Tickets are $40 for a couple and $25 for an individual. For tickets or information, call Leonard or Julia Houck at 982-3893. Thank You! I would like to thank the people in the town of Jefferson for their vote and support for Alderman Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2007. Thank You, L.F. Anderson, Jr. fm ® rf. tk> Ife km fm /» Post photo courtesy of Angie Eggers Nathan Eggers and his son, Luke, of Crumpler, are pictured with Luke's first deer, a spike buck, shot during a special state hunt last month through Hunters Helping Kids. I'www.TilleyAutoSales.coml m @3L �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2007 PAGE 3B COMMUNITY NEWS 'Nutcracker' coming to Civic Center The Conservatory of Dance & Theatre of Ga­ lax, Virginia, will present The Nutcracker ballet, Saturday, December 8 at the Ashe Civic Center in West Jefferson. Show times are 1:00pm and 6:00pm. Dr. Barbara Johnson is the owner and artistic director of The Conser­ vatory and is thrilled to bring this full-length bal­ let to Ashe County. "The Nutcracker is a wonder­ ful holiday tradition and we hope to make it an annual event at the Ashe Civic Center," she said. Johnson is a former pro­ fessional ballerina with the Atlanta and Macon Ballets. Conservatory balle­ rina, Taylor Edwards of Sparta, will star in the lead role as "Clara." Along with the Conser­ vatory's experienced bal­ let dancers, local dancers from April's School of Dance and Dancin' Deb­ bie's (both of West Jeffer­ son) will also perform. Veteran dance instruc­ tor Debbie Little is de­ lighted that her students will participate. "Danc­ ing in The Nutcracker is the dream of every young girl and we are honored that Dancin' Debbies bal­ let students have been selected to participate in this special presentation. Our dancers are very excit­ ed to be performing onstage with these talented dancers from the Conservatory and to bring this beloved Christ­ mas story to life," she said. Conservatory PR Direc­ tor Susan Gleason notes the professionalism with which the Conservatory approach­ es its productions. 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It could be because they (don't have the facts about burning wood heating sources as their primary method of heat­ ing. This reduced need for oil, propane and natu­ ral gas means a reduction in monthly heating bills. In fact, many homeown­ ers using a Greenwood system have seen energy bills reduced by up to 70 percent during win­ ter months. One of these furnaces pays for itself in energy bill savings in just a few years. 3. Wood involved. That's because they burn wood at such a high temperature (2000 F) that no discernable smoke is created. What's more, because of the high burn temperature, very little ash is generated, mean­ ing the firebox only has to be cleaned once a month rather than once a day. Also, the furnace can be installed indoors or out­ side and be set up to heat the entire home, eliminat­ ing the need to transport logs through the house. 4. Wood is a safe heating method. Using a woodfired furnace can be just as safe as any other tradi­ tional heating source. 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TO SEE MORE OF OUR LISTINGS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT www.c21 heritagerealty.com �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2007 PAGE 5B LIGHTERSIDE APRIL DILEMMA Super Crossword ACROSS 57 "Love — 1 Lump the Ruins" 5 Showed ('75 film) sorrow 58 Neon — 9 Anthony of 60 Cap or "Boston dolman Public" 61 Bookstore 14 Jambalaya section ingredient 62 Bog 19 Hammett 63 Precamhound brian — 20 Where to 65 In honor of find an 66 Snick onager and — 21 Songwriter 68 — above Greenwich (somewhat 22 Spinesuperior) tingling 69 Part 3 of 23 Fertile soil remark 24 Tumble 75 Baseball 25 Java family Joints name 26 garde 76 Antitoxins 27 Start of a 77 Mouth remark piece? 31 Herriot title 78 Long or start Peoples 32 Vigoda or 79 Solidarity Saperstein leader 33 Slippery 81 Forger's character? need 34 Brit, fliers 83 Cultural 37 Singer 88 Wear away Manchester 89 Carthaginian 41 Celt 90 Part 4 of 44 Faucet remark 47 94 Across 93 Comic highlight Rickles 49 Pants part 94 Bizet opera 50 'The 96 Nasty Jungle 97 "How Book" boy sweet —I" 52 Cask 98 Cpl.'s 54 Pari 2 of superior remark 100 Type of fuel 101 Porgy and bass 104 Fast flier 105 He gives a hoot 107 Cooke or Donaldson 108 Male swan 110 End of remark 121 Biblical city 122 That's—" ('54 tune) 123 Actress Thompson 124 Gymnast Korbut 125 "West Side Story" role 126 Porsche propeller 127 Tel — 128 Crucifix 129 Texas' state tree 130 Marvell marvels 131 Coty or Clair 132 Dweeb DOWN 1 French Sudan, today 2 From 3 Command to Fido 4 Mead's milieu 5 Breakfast treat 6 Morales of "NYPD Blue" [9 19 7 Disagree­ able sorl 8 Hard to believe 9 Priam's wife 10 Cheer 11 — Romeo 12 Mortgage, for one 13 Actor Arnaz 14 Serenity 15 Disgust 16 Composer Khachaturian 17 Deep red 18 Volleyball divider 28 City on the Danube 29 Kind of kiln 30 Fenwick or Carter 34 Snitches 35 Inland sea 36 Prix — 38 Baton Rouge coll. 39 Cloth finish 40 — Mateo. 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Must be able to multi-task, good com­ puter skills. Office experience preferred. Please send resume to Resume 200 Hospital Ave. Jefferson NC 28640. Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION In the case of an error on our part, credit will be given for the first incorrect run only. The Jefferson Post is not i responsible for incorrect copy submitted by the advertiser or for typographical errors which do not lessen the value of the ad. Charges Rates depend on size of ad and number of runs. Please call Classified Dept. for information. Mail orders should be sent with payment to: Classified Advertising The Jefferson Post PO Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694 (We accept personal check, Visa or Master Card) Telephone: (336) 846-7164 Fax: (336) 846-7165 e-mail: classified© jeffersonpost.com Web: www.jeffersonpost.com 30-Special Notices If you have left pictures with us PLEASE remember to come in and pick them up. THANK YOU Jefferson Post PUBLISHER S NOTICE: All real estate advertising in this newspaper Is sub­ ject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise any preferences. Limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, financial elatua or national origin includes children un­ der the age of 16 living with parents or legal cuslodians, pregnant women & people securing custody of chil­ dren under 18. This news­ paper will not knowingly accept any advertising (or legal estate which is In violation of the law. Our readers are here by informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspa­ per are available on equal opportunity basis. To com­ plain ot discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toil-telephone number for the hearing impaired Is 1-800-927-9275. 40-Lost & Found If you are a dedicated, responsible person then Appalachian Brian Estates is looking for you. Our Dietary Department has openings f°r Full-time and Partf'me workers. 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Experience should include one or more of the following: MS/Windows servers and desktops, Active Directory, MC/Exchange, Database(s), and Cisco networks. For information on how to apply and other job opportunities, please visit our website al www. wilkesregional .org �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2007 PAGE 7B COMMUNITY NEWS State Republican leaders offer transportation plan (Editor's note: This is a Joint Statement from Senator Phil Berger and Representative Paul Stam, the minority leaders in the N.C. Senate and House, to the "21st Century Transporta­ tion Committee", which was is­ sued Wednesday.) This year General Assembly appropriations for transporta­ tion were virtually the same as last year. The total: not enough to meet needs; the Department of Transportation estimates that unmet state transportation needs will continue to grow. It is obvious to anyone, from daily commuters in our urban cen­ ters to school bus drivers cross­ ing rural bridges, that North Carolina is no longer the "Good Roads State" and we continue to fall further behind in road and bridge construction and mainte­ nance. Transportation problems are serious and getting worse every day. In November 2006, the American Society of Civil Engineers gave North Caro­ lina a "D" on the condition of its roads and a "C-" on bridges. Mismanagement and misallocation of tax money collected for roads is exacerbated by the "equity formula" which fails to allocate any funds based on congestion, a growing problem in our urban areas. TTie long history of taking road money from transportation to fund other priorities is well known. In addition to an annual $172 million statutory shift of road taxes to the general fund, an additional $400 million (net) in raids of transportation dollars over the last seven years have taken place. Let's pick up the story in 2007 which can best be described as continuing neglect: In his State of the State Ad­ dress on February 19,2007, Gov­ ernor Easley failed to mention transportation. On February 22, he submitted his proposed budget and spending priorities, which included not one extra dollar for transportation. The •mwmmm W. GRADING CALHOUN CLEARING & GRADING • Road Construction • Water Gardens & Landscaping Wesley Calhoun 977-9040 • 846-4688 • 977-4882 BOB'S TREE SERVICE Serving the High Country [Providing a full line of lawn care services for full and part time residents of Ashe County! We are professional and fully insured, yet our rates are still quite reasonable. "Fully Insured" •Tree Trimming •Tree Removal • Dump Truck • Chipper • Clearing Lots • Cutting Views • FREE ESTIMATES "Since 1989" Thomas Reed - Owner 336-246-3434 Bob Cox ^445 Wade Vannov Dr.»West Jefferson, NC/ 780 Anderson Hill Rd.* Lansing, NC \Cell: 977-2978 Home: 384-4978 /AD No Job Too Small or Too Large! LICENSED & INSURED FREE ESTIMATES ALL TYPES OF GRADING • Dirt & Gravel Hauling • Ponds • Land Clearing • Road Building \^Septic Systems • Basements • Footers Contact Robert Holman Office: 828-963-4069 Fax: 828-963-8610 Cell: 828-773-6736 Appalachian Roofing Co. 28 Years Experience Licensed in North Carolina A- VA Install roofing of all kinds Hoof Fainting • Insured ALL Work (.uanuilecd All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs Boone Grading Co., Inc a-eoomc ASHE COUNTY ROOFING Roop's Roofing 5. Implement the recom­ mendations from the McKinsey study and provide regular public progress reports with opportunities for questions and suggestions from the public and press. All of the above can be ac­ complished without any tax or fee increases. This will not in­ stantly solve the mess we have in transportation, but it will start us on the process and will provide a needed immediate shot in the arm for our crum­ bling transportation infrastruc­ ture. With this start we can be­ gin to rebuild our road system and help protect and grow our state's economy. The recently released McKinsey report con­ firms inefficiencies within our transportation system and dem­ onstrates the dire need North Carolina has for serious change. If these steps are taken immedi­ ately, this will be a strong signal that the Committee is engaged in serious work. hp LAWX CARE Northwest Lawn Care, Inc. J—- • Foundations • Drainage/Erosion Control • Land Clearing for congestion and safety; 3. The Governor has dem­ onstrated that savings can be realized in the General Fund Budget of 1 percent, 2 percent, 3 percent and even more. Set a 1.5 percent target for savings in the recently passed General Fund budget. Savings at that level would actually only reduce the rate of the increase in spending from 9.5 percent to 8.0 percent - which is still double the rate of population and inflation growth combined (4 percent) and will free up $300+ million to be ap­ propriated to transportation priorities immediately. The sav­ ings could actually be recurring and provide ongoing funds for bonds or other transportation needs; 4. Propose that a substantial portion of the more than $200 million being carried forward in the General Fund Budget be used to provide money to ad­ dress gap funding needs in ur­ ban areas; ' •r % * 'j P state's most serious infrastruc­ ing, not one extra penny was ture and capital construction allocated by the conferees for challenge merited no mention transportation. Indeed, the final and no funding. budget actually cut $41 million The House passed its pro­ from the overall transportation posed budget on May 11, 2007. budget. That document stated the "in­ It is time to end this neglect. tent" to phase out the annual Here's a proposal for the 21st transfer of $172 million from Century Transportation Com­ the Highway Fund to the Gen­ mittee: eral Fund beginning in 2009 - a 1. Propose issuance of at "promise" left to the legislature least $2.0 billion in road bonds, to be elected next year. The Sen­ the bonds to be paid with money ate passed its budget on May retained in the Highway Trust 31,2007. Neither the House nor Fund by discontinuing the $172 the Senate proposed budget al­ million annual transfer from located any additional dollars the Highway Trust Fund to the for transportation. On June 6, General Fund; the money from the Budget went to "conference," the bonds to be dedicated to con­ to settle differences between the gestion relief and bridge safety; House and Senate. 2. Propose modification of On July 27, 2007, the Bud­ the equity formula to take con­ get Conference Report was re­ gestion and road miles traveled leased. The budget Conference into account; doing so will tar­ Report spent $400 million more get additional dollars to criti­ than the House plan and $700 cally needed roads and bridges. million more than the Senate In addition require projects to budget. Significantly, even with be prioritized and constructed that additional total spend­ on a statewide basis accounting TREE I STUMP SERVICE! "Cox's Stump Grinding^ & Tree Service Hedge Trimming, , FREE ESTIMATES! 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Jefferson, NC (Jusl off Ashe Park Road) Open Mon-Fri • 7am - 5pm 336-982-9821 SIRLOIN FAfdILV STEAKHOUSE Hwy 221 Jefferson, NC 246-3360 Tuesday nights, kids eat free with an adult meal purchase Ashe County Builders Supply "Complete Line of Building Supplies" 127 Beaver Creek School Road • West Jefferson 336-246-3367 SO �fountain bike racing returns to Wilkesboro Mountain bike racing re­ us to Wilkesboro Saturday the Brushy Mountain Cy­ sts Club presents the first nual Overmountain Vicy Charge mountain bike le trial. Riders will race against i clock on a scenic section the Overmountain Victory ail at W. Kerr Scott Reserr. Every two minutes, start\ at 9:00 a.m., riders will 1 from Bandits Roost mpground. They'll charge •ough a rolling eight-mile irse before finishing near ! Kerr Scott Visitor Center. Up to 100 mountain bikfrom across the region s expected, organizers said, ey'll vie for cash and prizin the National Off-Road :ycling Association sancned event. Vide Variety of Riders Expected The event is expected to iw top competitors from oss the area. Organizers o expect a strong continlt of "weekend warriors". Racers will compete in classes: Pro/Expert Men, )/Expert Women, Sport/Bener Men, Sport/Beginner from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. Satur­ day at the picnic shelter be­ hind the W. Kerr Scott Reser­ voir Visitor Center. To reach the registration site, take N.C. 268 west from Wilkesboro. Three miles past U.S. 421, turn right at the W. Kerr Scott Dam & Reservoir sign onto Reservoir Road. Follow Reservoir Road 0.4 mile and turn left at the Visi­ tor Center sign. The picnic shelter is on the right just past the visitor center. Registration fee for the race is $25. Proceeds from the event will be help BMCC's efforts to purchase a second Ditch Witch mini-bulldozer to build and maintain multi-use trails at Kerr Scott. NORBA licenses are re­ quired. Annual and $5 oneday licenses will be available the day of the race. The Holiday Inn Express in Wilkesboro is offering re­ duced rates for racers. The event is free for spec­ Up to 100 racers are expected for the inaugural Overmountain Victory Charge Saturday at tators. The Overmountain W. Kerr Scott Reservoir near Wilkesboro. Victory Trail will be open to Women, Junior Men 18-Un- ages and experience levels," Adams said. "There will be spectators Saturday, but per­ der and Junior Women 18- event director Matt Adams quite a bit of passing in the sons on foot are advised to be Under. said. Pro/Expert classes," Adams alert and yield the trail as the racers pass by. Mountain bik­ "With six classes of compe­ Top riders will finish the predicted. tition, we'll have riders of all course in about 45 minutes, Registration will be held ers not involved in the race will be advised to avoid the Overmountain Victory Trail Saturday. The seven-mile Dark Mountain trail network & Bruce Hornsby with Ken­ Greenhill; George Hamilton TV, Winston-Salem Journal, on the north side of the lake tucky Thunder; Ralph Stan­ IV and George Hamilton V; Carolina West, D'Addario, will be open and free of racers ley & The Clinch Mtn Boys; Bob Hill; Hot Buttered Rum; GHS, Gibson, Taylor Guitar, Saturday. Race a Debut for OverMarty Stuart & His Fabulous Clint Howard Band; Sierra John Pearce Strings, Embarq, Communications, mountain Victory Trail Superlatives; Dan Tyminski Hull & Highway 111; The Charter The Overmountain Victory Band; Alison Brown Quartet InterACTive Theater of Jef; SE Systems, Sugar Hill, and Charge will be the first big with Joe Craven; Donna The Phil Jamison; The Key City many other fine companies. A Buffalo; Blue Highway; The Boys; Jim Lauderdale; Jack complete listing of all MerleF­ event on the recently-com­ Claire Lynch Band; Dirk Pow­ Lawrence; Mark Lippard; est sponsors and additional pleted Overmountain Victory ell & Riley Baugus; Tony Rice; Jeff Little; The Local Boys; information about all aspects Trail. The Overmountain Vic­ Peter Rowan; Ollabelle; Sally Bill Mathis; Cliff Miller; Paul of the festival can be found at tory Trail flows past views Van Meter; Rhonda Vincent Oscher; The Pine Leaf Boys; www.merlefest.org. & The Rage; Pete Wernick & Polecat Creek; Tom Sauber; In addition to music from of W. Kerr Scott Reservoir, Flexigrass. Shana Banana;ShoeFly; Ryan over a dozen stages MerleF­ dips deep into the woods, and MerleFest will also feature Shupe & The RubberBand; est offers heritage crafts from winds along steep hillsides performances by Bearfoot;The Joe Smothers; Rafe Stefanini regional artisans, a safe and with mature hardwoods and John Cowan Band;David Holt; and Clelia Stefanini; Rodney family friendly atmosphere, rugged boulder outcroppings. The Infaihous Stringdust- Sutton; Tish Hinojosa; Tut children's activities, plenty The trail is part of the feder­ ers; Jorma Kaukonen; Laurie Taylor; Joe Thompson; Happy of pickin' opportunities, and ally-designated Overmoun­ Lewis & The Right Hands; Traum; Bil VornDick; Charles more! MerleFest, presented tain Victory National Historic The Lovell Sisters; Nashville Welch; Whitetop Mountain by Lowe's, will be held on the Trail. It follows the general Bluegrass Band; Tift Merritt; Band; Wilkes Acoustic Folk campus of Wilkes Community route that patriots from the The Wilders; Susana & Tim- Society; The Alberti Flea Cir­ College April 24-27, 2008. For area trod to reach the Battle my Abell; Tom Ball & Kenny cus; Buffalo Barfield; Willette jnore information, to buy tick­ of Kings Mountain in October Sultan; Banknotes; Roy Book Hinton & Family; Tony Wil­ ets, "or to sign up as a festival 1780. "Shiner's Run" is a recent­ volunteer visit www.merlefBinder; Laura Boosinger; liamson. Bob Carlin & Cheick Hamala The 2008 festival is grate­ est.org or call 1-800-343-7857 ly-completed 2.5-mile loop off the main trail. It snakes Diabate; The Captain's Crew; ful to 80+ sponsors for their JerleFest tickets on sale Nov. 12 WILKESBORO, NC: Mufans mark your calendars! e MerleFest box office opens 2:00 pm eastern standard le on November 13, 2007 ticket sales for the 2008 int. MerleFest 2008, presented Lowe's, will feature artists m a variety of styles and ires to celebrate the muof Doc and Merle Watson the 21st year. Once again :Watson will host the fourr festival to be held on the opus of Wilkes Community lege in Wilkesboro, NC on ril 24-27, 2008. Doc and Richard Watson, rle's father and son respecjly, will be joined by The ?tt Brothers; Abigail Wash•n & The Sparrow Quartet turing Bela Fleck, Casey essen, & Ben Sollee; Sam sh; The Carolina Choco3 Drops; Jerry Douglas; 'on Helm & The Midnight nble on the Road with scial Guests; Tim O'Brien; ; Waifs; The Waybacks; Old iw Medicine Show; Solas union,"with Karan Casey John Doyle; Ricky Skaggs Carl & Kelli Jones; The Cir­ cuit Riders; T. Michael Cole­ man; Robert Dotson; Mike Dowling; Ruthie Foster; Fu­ ture Traditions; Terry Gar­ land; Buddy Greene; Mitch funding classroom-based proj­ ects out of their own pockets. Today, any North Carolina K-12 teacher can apply for a grant up to $2,000. Since 1994, the state's Touchstone Energy coopera­ tives have awarded more than $5 million to North Carolina teachers whose Bright Ideas projects have touched more than 850,000 North Carolina students in subjects such as math, reading, music and the arts. Bright Ideas is the only education grant program ex­ clusively for North Carolina classroom teachers. Highlighting Bright Ideas domestic mail rate. Interna­ tional rates do not apply to military mail delivery. "Mail Call can be the best part of the day for our de­ ployed military service mem­ bers, especially around the holidays. With more of our young men and women serv­ ing overseas, making sure their mail arrives on time is important to all of us," said Pentagon spokesman Lt. Bashon Mann. The Postal Service is ex­ pecting to deliver 20 million pounds of mail to military in­ stallations around the world this holiday season. The second week of December should be the busiest week for overseas delivery. Mail to Iraq alone during this period is expected to increase more than 400 percent over the av­ erage weekly volume. All packages and mail must be addressed to indi­ vidual service members, as required by U.S. Department WASHINGTON — Gastrointes­ tinal (Gl) problems like acid reflux, heartburn and ulcers may be elimi­ nated with a new type of tablet. Screntists say that Gf problems arc not the result of excess acid, but the body's inability to deal with it. Pepstat 380® is a patent-pending formula that containsan extract known as DGL that strengthens the body's natural defenses against acid. Pepstat 380 goes to work immedi­ ately on stomach acid while address­ ing the cause of Gl problems. Scien­ tists say that the DGL in Pepstat improves the body's protective sub­ stances, increases the lifespan of di­ gestive tract cells, and improves blood supply to the area. 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North Carolina's electric cooperatives serve 2.5 million people in 93 of the state's 100 counties. lilitary mail deadlines near VASHINGTON, DC—The ge in military personnel t to Iraq is contributing n overall increase in overs mail delivery by almost percent and average volwill quadruple during peak holiday week. The . Postal Service is remindfriends and families to d holiday mail destined to >ps stationed overseas as y as possible, uesday, Nov. 13, is the recommended date for ding holiday packages roops stationed overseas ig Parcel Post to all Air/ ly Post Office (APO) or it Post Office (FPO) ZIP es. Parcel Post is the most lomical shipping option families. The last recomlded date for mail going be war zone is Dec. 4, but mail destined to all other rnational military instalms, it is Dec. 19. ill military mail, regardof destination, is sent by Pepstat 380® Stops Heartburn Forever support in making MerleFest possible. Those sponsors in­ clude; Lowe's, Tyson, Brushy Mountain Smokehouse, Burg­ er King, G & B Energy, Hard­ ee's, MVY Radio, Pepsi, WXII >515,000 in grants to >e awarded to teachers laleigh, N.C. - During the nth of November, North olina's Touchstone Encooperatives will award chers across the state Bright Ideas Educagrants. Lisa Mumma, •th Carolina Bright Ideas rdinator, said the coopera;s will award more than 5,000 in grants. The Bright Ideas grant pro­ wl helps teachers finance ovative and creative projto benefit North Carolii youth. The state's electric peratives established the *ht Ideas program in 1994 help teachers who were through a hardwood forest, drops off a ridge and winds along the south shore of the lake before climbing back to the main trail. "It's the sweetest trail yet at Kerr Scott," BMCC presi­ dent Brian Pierce said. The trail wjts built over the past three years by volunteers from the Brushy Mountain Cyclists Club under the direc­ tion of trail boss Jim Horton. The Shiner's Run loop was completed in late September. In recent days, volunteers Jimmy and Stacy Vick have groomed the entire race course, assuring riders a speedy trip through the hills and hollows along the lake. The Overmountain Victory Charge is presented by the Brushy Mountain Cyclists Club. BMCC promotes cycling in Northwest North Carolina through trail building, rides, meetings and special events like the Overmountain Vic­ tory Charge. More informa­ tion on the club and the Kerr Scott trail system is available online at www.bmcc.us. of Defense regulations. All military units are assigned an APO or FPO ZIP Code and, in many cases, that ZIP Code travels with the unit. The Postal Service places APO/FPO mail on special charter flights, commercial airlines and military air­ craft to reach armed services members overseas as quickly as possible. The Postal Service has created a special mailing and shipping kit designed spe­ cifically for military families sending packages overseas. Each of these CARE KITs contains two Priority Mail boxes, six Priority Mail Flat Rate boxes, eight Priority Mail labels, one roll of Prior­ ity Mail tape and eight cus­ toms forms with envelopes. Flat Rate Boxes are a spe­ cial value. Customers pay only $8.95, regardless of the weight or destination of the package. Call 1-800-610-8734 and ask for the CARE KIT. i Ashe Camp 336-846-3 P& s • Jys| Spring t.urpt:wluni som;cu*tc available online under me "Current - • ;II W*\ . . . infr»" tab• on Registration fslt*. II you are unabl- to A" •' SI • I* access the schedule mfcy thi Internet, please call 1336) 838 61 55 •J arp a"'counselor will be Itappy to aisist you �L OB FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Fifth Annual Quilt Fair results announced A _L r\ v-v. Ashe County Piecemakers Quilt Guild held their 5th an­ nual Quilt Fair Sept. 21-22 at Jefferson Station. The local community was a big help in making this event so success­ ful. Over 1,500 people attended this year's fair. The "Quilts in the Windows" project was very well supported by the local mer­ chants and made the shops of West Jefferson stand out with a homey touch. The Guild especially wants to thank Tom Banks, Carol Stone, and Dean Miller of Jef­ ferson Station for providing a wonderful location for the fair. Dogwood Realty was also a big help in providing signs to put out in the community to ad­ vertise the event. The follow­ ing shops allowed decorations in their windows for this event and the Guild is extremely ap­ preciative: McNeill's Depart­ ment Store, Shepherd's Staff, The Angel's Touch, Magnolia By Angelia Bridals, Skyland Books, Frasers Restaurant, Amish Furniture, Ashe Coun­ ty Arts Council, and Carolina Printing. Gail Brandt from Sew Be It Quilting located in Jeffer­ son Station provided the fund­ raiser quilt this year, which was won by Nita Howard of LaGrange, Ga. Winners at the fair are as follows: Bed Quilt, hand-appliqu£d: 1st place Jo Seagle; 2nd place Mary Lou Keyes. Bed Quilt, appliqu6d & pieced: 1st place Alice Potter; 2nd place Peg Hofstetter; 3rd place Doris Phillips. Bed Quilt, machine pieces, machine quilted: 1st place Ma­ rie Kivett; 2nd place Jo Seagle; 3rd place Phyllis D. Kimble. Bed Quilt, hand pieced, hand quilted: 1st place Rebecca Trivett; 2nd place Thurza Mor­ Adopt a new best friend! ris; 3rd place Jean Williamson. Bed Quilt, hand pieced, ma­ chine quilted: 1st place Judie Ashbaugh. Bed Quilt, machine pieced, hand quilted: 1st place Peg Hof­ stetter; 2nd place Kit Mason; 3rd place Charlene Wilson. Other Techniques (by hand): 1st place Brenda Cole. Crib Quilt: 1st place Margie Miller; 2nd place Peg Hofstet­ ter; 3rd place Mary Catherine Finch. Lap Quilt: 1st place Kit Ma­ son; 2nd place Jane Howell; 3rd place Joyce Cain. Preprinted, sashed corners/ border: 1st place Patsy Kanagy; 2nd place La Verne Cox. Wall Hanging: 1st place Kit Mason; 2nd place Margie Mill­ er and Doris Phillips (tie); 3rd place Alice Potter. "Miniature: 1st place Joyce Cain; 2nd place Judy Thew; 3rd place Lynda Harris. Holiday: 1st place Jane Howell; 2nd place Mary Cath­ erine Finch; 3rd place Barbara Piquet. ... * * 4 I 1 Wearable: 1st place Caro Skrock; 2nd place Marior Houck. Miscellaneous: 1st place Kit Mason; 2nd place Mary Ann Hofmann; 3rd place Judy Thew. Best of Show: Viewers Choice Jo Seagle; Ashe Guild Members' Choice Rebeccal Trivett. Honoring 75 and over with a gold ribbon: Agnes H. Bald­ win, Orpah Kurtz, LaVerne Cox, Rosa Belle Miller, JoAnn Houck, Wyvonna (Terri) Ring, Jane Howell, Ellen B. Turner, and Mary Lou Keyes. Summit Training & Educa­ tion Program (S.T.E.P) (green ribbon) Participation Award: Megan Barr, Glen Shepard, Connie Shumate, Day Program Participants. Ashe County Humane Society Pets for Adoption r:< ' rates •f • i This mini-horse that is around 2/1/2 years old gelding was impounded by Animal Control .We will be accepting sealed bids untlll 11-15-2007. Please Ace is a 1 year old male Ameri­ send your bids to Animal ContrA/ 767 can Bulldog / Boxer mix that is Fred Pugh Rd. I Crumpler, NC 28617 very sweet. Also potiential bidders may call us at 982-4060 to set up appointments to view the horse. Male Bassett Hound that is around 1 year old. Destiny is a beautiful 6 wk old part persian. Her Butty and Skittyboot are two coat color is very unusual spoiled foster "kids" who love - smokey black with grey to be cuddled and would make wonderful companions . They undertones. She was res­ love their favorite toy, "feath­ cued by a good Samari­ ers and lace" and are so easily tan and needs a second pleased. Spaying paid for by the chance. humane society. My name is Tinker and my "rescuer" took me from a desparate situation with all my kittens and has shown me that life can be heavenly. I re­ ally love her but she has lots of other pets to care for so I am looking for a permanent home as good as this one. Want you help me find it?! 336-982-4297 Male Jack Russle mix Female Daschund that is that is around 4 months around 1 year old. She will only cost $10.00 to old. adopt. Female Toy Poodle that was found in Hickory,NC straying around a gas stop at night. It will be available for adoption on 11-05-2007 Male Yellow Lab that is around 1 year old. We was picked up on 10-30-2007 in the Creston area. He will be available for adoption on 11-07-2007. To contact Ashe Animal Control, call (336) 982-4060, or visit them at 767 Fred Pugh Road, Crumpler. Their normal business hours are from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday. Badyer Mineral aJtome Ui te S a f t f s of cl^LsAelawn Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located J? J directly in front of the Armoiy on Old Hwy 16. ,» We also have pets available for adoption on our web site! www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@slybest.com d^YCemorial Utoliday §reetinys, cAs the holiday season approaches, the staff at 'Badyer funeral Qhctpel and. hardens oJtome is mindful of those who have experienced the death of a rela­ and tive or close friend this past year. Uo the families that we served, we appreciate the confidence you have shown in us hy entrusting the care er funeral HCome of your loved one to our establishment. We realize that the holidays are often difficult, as this season is a time of reflection that often rekindles invite ijou to the pain of a loss. 'Badyer (&uneral Home is providiny you the opportunity to re­ member your loved one with our traditional Wreath of 'Remembrance. Uwo wreathes of native frazier fir are beiny placed near the front rsm i i t as a Gommemorative dJCoiidaij Service of inspiration and Rememlrance entrance of the funeral home. Sach individual we have served this year will be memorialized by haviny hisf her name placed on the wreath. W)e invite you to stop by and visit the wreath between November 24 and December 31. Hel free to briny an ornament or other token of remembrance to place near your loved ones name. Ornaments will later be donated to a local nursiny care facility.We invite your family, n ^ecemier 9>t $00? at 2:00 in the afternoon at: friends, or anyone who has shared in your loss or experienced hisf her own yrief in this past year to join you at the wreath. tThe staff at Badyer Sunerat 'J(ome wishes you and your family GT) J Dadcjer GT p GW Gtuneral o/Home a blessed holiday season. Sveruone Wet,(•me Racbjer (Buneral SKome °Reception to follow 336-246-7114 ASHELAWN MEMORIAL CHAPEL. GARDENS & MAUSOLEUM F U BADGER N E R A L H O M E � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. 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Electricity needs and construction have required location changes for the festival in recent years, and the current setup is en­ croaching too far into resi­ dential neighborhoods. A new plan is needed so festival or­ ganizers are asking for the town's help. Festival Committee Presi­ dent Kathy Howell spoke to the West Jefferson Board of Aldermen on Nov. 1, saying Post photo by Linda Burchette a plan the committee had Santa Claus made an appearance in Ashe County Saturday for the annual Parker Tie "Do It for next year's event will not Best" Holiday Parade in downtown West Jefferson.The parade also featured 98-year-old Bina work because of Department Orr of Lansing as grand marshall. Award-winning parade entries were: (business) 1*' Liberty of Transportation require­ Tax Service, 2nd Fleet Feet Cloggers; (non-profit) V Friends of Agriculture, 2nd Warrensville ments on signage and street Baptist Church; (youth) 0-13 Westwood Girl Scouts; 13-18 Appalachian Rhythm Cloggers. closings. Look for more photos in Friday's edition of the Post. The committee had come up with a plan to move part of the festival, the craft ven­ dor area, back onto Jefferson Avenue where the festival As West Jefferson proceeds of the land use plan, exam­ most important to them, and had been held for 19 years with development of a land ine information on their own, to suggest revisions or make before moving onto Second use plan for the town, the and ask questions of planning additions to the list. Avenue in 2006. Complaints public is invited to offer in­ board members and plan­ The planning board is from residents in the area, put during an informational ners. A short presentation is developing the plan by ad­ and planned construction at meeting this evening, Nov. 13, scheduled at 5:30 p.m., but dressing various issues one- Ashe County Public Library hosted by the town's planning all information will be avail­ by-one. These issues include are reasons the festival com­ board. Anyone interested in able for public examination utility and transportation mittee is lookipg for a new the issue is invited to come to throughout the evening. infrastructure, the natural footprint. the downstairs meeting room On display at the public environment, and land use. For its 20,h anniversary in at Ashe County Public Li­ meeting will be a list of goals In addition, the plan outline 2006, the festival was com­ brary anytime between 5:30 and objectives for the land will be displayed at the public pletely revamped in order to and 7:30 p.m. use plan. This list will be pre­ meeting, along with accompa­ weed out commercially pro­ The meeting is primarily a sented at the meeting, with nying background informa­ duced items and focus on the drop-in event where citizens the public invited to select the tion, maps, and documents mountain heritage of this re­ See Planning, page 5 gion, inviting only handmade can help determine the goals goals and objectives which are Town board looks at planning original arts and crafts and area musicians. A smaller number of vendors, plus a de­ sire to be more closely aligned with the farmers market and Civil War encampment in the town park, and children's ac­ tivities at the library, gener­ ated a move from Jefferson Avenue to Second Avenue, or "the back street," and parts of Main Street and side streets, and shortened the festival to one day. This past July, the festival was expanded to add Friday night music and food vendors. These changes received both praise and criticism from all groups involved with the festival. Some liked it and some didn't. However, the town's concern with en­ croachment upon residential neighborhoods and planned construction at the library for the next two years, have ne­ cessitated another move for the festival. When the idea of moving part of it back to Jef­ ferson Avenue was brought up, it was discovered that the DOT won't allow the move back onto Jefferson Avenue - part of state and national highways running through the downtown area - because of a lack of signage warning motorists that this section of the highways would be tem­ porarily closed. And the DOT would not allow both Jeffer­ son Avenue and Second Av­ enue to be closed at the same time, even though the festi­ val committee was seeking only a partial closing of each of these roads with a plan for traffic flow. So Howell came to the al­ dermen asking for help. She said she had brainstormed with the town government on where to locate the festival, and then found out about the DOT restrictions. She said a footprint needs to be estab­ lished by December so appli­ cations can be mailed to pro­ spective vendors in January. "Does West Jefferson want this to continue?" she asked the board. "Do we let it go? Do we let someone else have it? I want you in the loop." Howell invited a represen­ tative of the board or town to come to the Tuesday, Nov. 20 meeting of the Christmas in July Festival Committee at Ashe Arts Center. The com­ mittee meets the third Tues­ day of each month, usually at 5:30 p.m. at the arts cen­ ter, and anyone interested in working with the festival is invited to attend. A small group of dedicat­ ed volunteers puts on this festival every year, bringing thousands of visitors to the town and helping the local economy. The festival has also added to the infrastruc­ ture of the town, Howell said, through the addition of elec­ trical sources on Second Av­ enue and other features. Now the festival needs the town's help, and the community's involvement, in order to con­ tinue. "There's nowhere else to go," Howell said. "There's nowhere else to put the fesSEE Festival, fiage 5 Calendar features local cancer survivors The beautiful "Voices of Hope 2008" Calendars, fea­ turing cancer survivors from Ashe County are now avail­ able for $10 and a very spe­ cial calendar signing will take place at Skyland Books on Saturday, Nov. 17 from 10 a.m. to noon. Come and meet the models for the calendar, they are your friends and neighbors and will be at the book store ready to sign your special calendar. Developed by the ACT Against Cancer Coalition of the Ashe County Healthy Carolinians Task Force, the calendars make beautiful Christmas gifts which keep on giving all year with in­ formation about cancer facts and tips from those whose lives have been impacted by the disease. The proceeds from the calendar will be used to con­ tinue to grow the principle of the Women-In-Touch En­ dowment fund which each year returns a portion of it's earnings to be distributed to Ashe County residents to assist in funding screenings, diagnosic tests, treatments, education and support in the fight against cancer. In the last 6 years over $6,000 has gone to help 42 people with low income and no insur­ ance, to get mammograms, pap smears, wigs, treatment and follow-up care. Your purchase of this calendar will assure that the principle will continue to grow and someday we will not have to turn down a person that See CMlendar, page 5 Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com Ml A Celebration of Local Cancer Survivors Goss to hold Ashe office hours State Senator Steve Goss will hold Ashe County office hours, Monday, November 19, from 1 to 3:00 p.m. at Family Central. Residents are invited to share concerns with Senator Goss. Walk ins are invited or appointments may be made by calling (828) 265-2943. Thursday is America Recycles Day Residents could be recycling much of the nearly 11 million tons of waste filling North Carolina landfills each year. For that reason, the N.C. Division of Pollution Prevention and Environmental Assistance and the Carolina Recycling Association are using America Recycles Day on Nov. 15 to encourage people to buy recycled products and recycle plastic bottles, newspapers and any other recyclable materials. America Recycles Day, now in its 10th year, recognizes the importance of recycling, buying recycled products and protecting the nation's resources. To encourage recycling, events are being held throughout North Carolina and the rest of the nation. In 2006, more than 100,000 individuals signed or e-mailed pledges to* step up their recycling efforts. Many of these pledges were signed during the more than 1,000 America Recycles Day events held across the country. Recycling saves energy, prevents air and water pollution, conserves natural resources and is increasingly important to the state's economy. Numerous businesses are involved in the col­ lection of a range of materials such as construc­ tion waste, computers and traditionally collected household recyclables. To learn more about America Recycles 2007 activities happening across the country or to sign an online pledge, go to http://www.americarecyclesday.org/. Pledge forms can also be picked up at America Recycles Day events. �PAGE 2 TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2007 JEFFERSON POST OBITUARIES Mazie Craven Butchee Lafayette, Louisiana February 19, 1937 November 6, 2007 "Mourn not for me, for I have been set free..." Despite her travels of the world, Cindy, as most knew her, took the ultimate journey Tuesday, November 6,2007 to be with her Lord and Savior. Born in Ashe County, North Carolina as Mazie Lorinda Craven, February 19, 1937, and raised on a farm with five siblings: Pearl Jean, Tommy, Lenna, Joe and Jerry, little did she know that she would meet and marry a man from Oakdale, Louisiana. Becom­ ing Mrs. Richard E. Butchee, Sr. at a small house wedding, her travels then began south to Louisiana. Cindy's talents and love for people took her into the banking industry for many years, during which time her and Richard had three children: Lori, Traci and Richard, Jr. Richard Sr's ca­ reer then took his family over­ seas where for ten years or so Cindy lovingly and selflessly made homes away from home for her family. Upon their return to the United States, and settling in Lafayette, LA in 1980, Cindy returned to work. Beginning in the Cash Office, she ultimately retired with Wal-Mart, Inc in 1998 as a Door Greeter, where she lovingly placed a "smiley face" on the wrist of each child that came through the door. As Alzheimers began to take hold, Cindy's journeys outside the home became difficult. Know­ ing her eventual destination, Cindy courageously faced her battle with her family by her side to guide her home. Cindy was preceded in death by her parents, Eu­ Thelma B. Singleton Abingdon, Virginia Died October 20, 2007 Mrs. Thelma B. Singleton, age 75, passed away Satur­ day, October 20, 2007, at her home. Mrs. Singleton had been an employee of K-Mart in Abingdon. She is survived by her husband, Feril Singleton; two sons: Dennis Brinegar and wife Becky of Damascus, VA; and Steve Brinegar of Clover, SC; one sister, Lena Stuart of Jefferson, NC; one step-son, Andy Mullins and wife Cindy of Nashville, TN; one grand­ son, Mike Brinegar; one stepgrandson, Roy Casey; four granddaughters: Brandi Brin­ egar, Sheena Blevins, Monica Allen Ray Miller Millers Creek, N.C. December 29, 1929 November 6, 2007 Allen Ray Miller, 77, of Oak Grove Lane, Millers Creek, died Tuesday, November 6, 2007 at Wilkes Regional Med­ ical Center. He was born December 29, 1929 in Wilkes County to Garnet Miller and Annie Mash Miller. He was pre­ ceded in death by his parents, and a brother, Jimmy Miller, and his former wife, Dorothy Miller. He retired from DMLLineberry Division where he worked as a machine opera­ tor and a foreman. Surviving are his wife, Mary Jane Woodie Miller of the home, one son, Jesse Mill­ er of North Wilkesboro, and one step brother, Jack McGin- gene and Grace Craven, her husband, Richard E Butchee, Sr., and a grandson, Michael Mathew Butchee. Though Blessings may be hard to find in the realms of Alzheimers, the disease protected Cindy from the losses she never knew. Survivors include her moth­ er-in-law, Mildred Butchee, two daughters, Lori Trahan Gallet and her husband Kirk; Traci B. Patin and her com­ panion Ray Domingue; one son, Richard E. Butchee, Jr. and his companion Michelle Marcantel; a grandson, Brook Trahan and his wife Crystal; a grandson, Richard Trahan and his companion Jessica Eley; a grandson, Jimmy Joe Grundy; a grandson, Tylor Patin; a grand-daughter, Katie Butchee; two greatgrandsons, Chase Cooper and Kade Trahan, and three great-granddaughters, Melani Cooper, Kara Trahan and Brooklyn Trahan. Her sixth grandchild is expected in April, 2008. Surviving sib­ lings include twosisters, Pearl Jean Miller and her compan­ ion Lupe Areiga, and Lenna Rae Gray; and three brothers, Tommy Craven and his wife Shirley, Joe Craven and his wife Nadine, and Jerry Cra­ ven and his wife Linda, a sis­ ter-in-law, Mildred Cochran and her husband Robert, a brother-in-law, Roy Butchee, Jr. and his wife Wiladine, a brother-in-law Tom Harrell and his wife Kathy. Cindy precedes numerous nieces, nephews, and friends whom she loved dearly. Visitationwas observed Friday, November 9, 2007 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m .and Saturday, November 10, 2007 from 9:00 a.m. un­ til time of service at 11:00 a.m. Internment followed at Lafayette Memorial Park. David's Funeral Home at 316 Youngsville Highway handled arrangements. View the obit­ uary online atwww.davidfuneralhome.com. Pallbearers were Tylor Pa­ tin, Brook Trahan, Richard Trahan, Katie Butchee, Kirk Gallet and Ray Domingue. Honorary Pallbearers are Mi­ chael Mathew Butchee and Jimmy Joe Grundy. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Alzheimers Association, Lafayette Re­ gional Center, 128 Demanade Blvd., Bldg. 4, Suite 109, La­ fayette, LA 70503. Brinegar and Stacy Stanley; four great-granddaughters; one great-grandson; and sev­ eral nieces and nephews. A memorial gathering was held on Friday, Novem­ ber 9, 2007, from 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Farris Fu­ neral Service, Main Street Chapel. Graveside services were held on Sunday, Novem­ ber 11, 2007, at 2:00 p.m. at Ashelawn Memorial Gardens in Jefferson, NC. Those wishing to share memories or express sympa­ thy on-line may do so by visit­ ing www.farrisfuneralservice. com. Farris Funeral Service, 427 East Main Street, Abing­ don, VA, is serving the family of Mrs. Singleton. nis of North Wilkesboro. Funeral services were con­ ducted 2 p.m. Saturday, No­ vember 10, 2007 at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church with the Rev. Phil Chapman and the Rev. Brian. Miller offici­ ating. Burial was in FosterMash Cemetery in Jefferson. The family received friends at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church from 1:00 until 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, prior to the service. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Pleasant Grove Baptist Church, 260 N NC Hwy 16, Wilkesboro, NC 28697. Notes of sympathy may be emailed to the Miller Family at www.adamsfunerals.com. Adams Funeral Home of Wilkes is serving the Miller Family. THE ILLUSTRATED BIBLE 'Because he himself suffered when he was tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted. HEBREWS 2:18 © 2007 by King Features Syndicate. Inc World rights reserved. Chessie Mae Miller Bower Jefferson, N.C. August 21, 1911 November 6, 2007 Mrs. Chessie Mae Miller Bower, age 96 of Jefferson, NC, died Tuesday, November 6, 2007 at her home. Mrs. Bower was born August 21, 1911 in Ashe County to the late Charlie and Alice Black Miller. In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her husbands, Wal­ ter Miller and Lou Bower, a daughter, Donna Stanley, and Thelma Frances "Polly" Reeves Crumpler, N.C. March 2, 1928 November 3, 2007 Thelma Frances "Polly" Reeves, age 79, of Crumpler, NC, died Saturday, Novem­ ber 3, 2007 at Blowing Rock Extended Care Hospital in Blowing Rock, NC. Ms. Reeves was born March 2, 1928 to the late Effie Ham­ ilton Reeves. In addition to her mother, she was preceded in death by two brothers Wil­ liam P. Hamiltoji and Rex Hamilton. Ms. Reeves was a homemaker. Funeral services were held Sunday, November 11,2007 at 3:00 pm at Ashelawn Memo­ rial Chapel in Jefferson, NC by Rev. James Perkins, Rev. Curtis Wolfe, and Rev. Walter Ethel Stike Miller Lansing, N.C. July 22,1923 November 3, 2007 Ethel Stike Miller, age 84 of Lansing, NC died Sat­ urday, November 3, 2007 at Segraves Care Center. Mrs. Miller was born July 22,1923 in Ashe County to the late Elzie and Bessie Eldreth Stike. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, Burton Miller. Funeral services were con­ ducted on Tuesday, November 6, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at the Oak Hill Baptist Church by Rev. Doug Halsey, Rev. Char­ lie McCoy, and Rev. J.C. Dar­ nell. Burial followed in the church cemetery. The family received friends from 10:0011:00 prior to the service on Tuesday. three sons, Ray, Bill and Jim Miller. Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, Novem­ ber 9, 2007 at Badger Fu­ neral Home Chapel by Rev. Lloyd Day, Rev. Jimmy Wil­ liams and Rev. Steve Witherspoon. Burial followed in the Colvard Cemetery. The family received friends from 12:00 - 2:00 PM prior to the service. Mrs. Bower is survived by two daughters, Betty Gambill and husband Emory and Faye Flanagan and husband Lee both of West Jefferson, NC; a son, Thomas Miller and wife Faye of Wilkesboro, NC; 26 grandchildren and 27 great­ grandchildren, and seven great-great-grandchildren. Flowers are accepted or memorials may be made to the family c/o: Badger Funeral Home PO Box 139 West Jefferson, NC 28694 You may send email condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Kyle. Burial followed in Cox's Grove Cemetery in Crumpler, NC. The family will receive friends from 2 until 3 p.m. Sunday prior to the service at Ashelawn. Flowers will be ap­ preciated or memorials may be made to the family: c/o Ashelawn Memorial Chapel, PO Box 148, Jefferson, NC 28640. Ms. Reeves is survived by a daughter, Sheila Ann Reeves of Crumpler; a sister, Janet Chappel of Crumpler; a broth­ er, Randy James Reeves of Goldsboro, NC; a grandchild, Detrich Reeves; and several nieces and nephews. You may send condolences to the family through our website www.ashelawn.com. Ashelawn Memorial Chapel is in charge of the arrange­ ments. Mrs. Miller is survived by two sons, David Miller of Fleetwood, NC and Allen Miller of West Jefferson, NC; two daughters, Betty Mahaffey of Lansing, NC and Mary Steelman of Jefferson, NC; two sisters, Clyde El­ liott and Ruth Price, both of Lansing, NC; a brother, Bill Stike of Myrtle Beach, SC; eight grandchildren; and four great- grandchildren. Flowers are accepted or memorials may be made to: Oak Hill Baptist Church, 4810 East Little Horse Creek Road Lansing NC 28643. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at: www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrange­ ments. John Garner Parsons Hickory, N.C. March 28, 1939 November 5, 2007 John Garner Parsons, 68, of Hickory, passed away with his family by his side on Mon­ day, November 5, 2007 at his residence after an extended illness. Born on March 28, 1939 in Ashe County, he was the son of the late John Gaither and Dora Houck Parsons. Mr. Parsons was a veteran of the U.S. Army, a member of American Legion Post #48, a member of Winkler's Grove Baptist Church, and his in­ terests included traveling, restoration of old cars, an avid trout fisherman, and a very caring, giving person. He was formerly employeed by Superior Cable and Vice-President of Systems Equipment Products Com­ pany and he retired from Sanders Electric Company in Lenoir. He is survived by his wife, Pauline S. Parsons of the home, two sons: A1 Sherrill and wife Star of Bethlehem, Brent Sherrill and wife Joy of Granite Falls; two daugh­ ters: Libby Rollins and hus­ Minnie Lee Day Golds Jefferson, N.C. August 10,1942 November 4, 2007 Minnie Lee Day Golds, age 65, of Jefferson, NC died Sunday, November 4, 2007 at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston Salem, NC. Mrs. Golds was born August 10, 1942 in Jefferson, NC to the late Claude Worth and Min­ nie Mullis Day. She was the widow of Rev. Garfield Golds who passed away in 1990. Mrs. Golds was a homemaker and provided child care in her home. She was a member of Bethel Baptist Church and enjoyed attending church, gos­ pel music and cooking. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, November 7, 2007 at 2:00 pm at Ashelawn Memorial Chapel by Rev.Chris Goodman, Rev. Mark Harless, band Dean of Hickory, Kathy Stephan and husband Joe of Marion; four grandsons: Mark Sherrill of U.S. Navy, California, Jonathan Tate of Bethlehem, Andy Rollins of Hickory, Michael Sherrill and wife Casey of Hudson; three granddaughters: Kelly Rollins of Charlotte, Meredith Sher­ rill of Granite Falls, LeighAnn McKinney and husband Olen of Ft. Campbell, KY; a great granddaughter, Sereni­ ty McKinney of Ft. Campbell, KY, a brother, Frank Parsons and wife Joann of Hildebran, two sisters: Betty Shook and Husband Carroll of Hickory, Violet Petso of Morganton, WVA, a special cousin, Alma Houck of W. Jefferson, NC, a special nephew and niece, Kenny Barnes of Southern Pines, Bobby Jean Baker of Hickory, special friends: Mi­ chelle Robinson and Emily Robinson, John Bruton and wife Elaine. A funeral service was held at 3:00 p.m. Wednesday, No­ vember 7, 2007 at Winkler's Grove Baptist Church with the Rev. Dale Faulkenberry and the Rev. Paul Deal offici­ ating. The body laid in state at the church from 2:30 to 3:00 p.m. Burial followed at Woodlawn Memorial Garden. The family received friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday evening at BassSmith Funeral Home. Pallbearers were Michael Sherrill, Andy Rollins, Marc Sherrill, Jonathon Tate, Ken­ ny Barnes, and Darin Shook. Honorary pallbearers will be, John Bruton, Sam Baker, Doug Crawford, and other special friends. Memorials may be made to: Winkler's Grove Baptist Church, 3320 9th Ave. Dr., NW, Hickory, NC 28601. Bass-Smith Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the family of John Garner Par­ sons. and Rev. Shane Golds. Burial will follow in Ashelawn Memo­ rial Gardens. The family will receive friends Tuesday eve­ ning, November 6, 2007 from 7-9 pm at Ashelawn Memorial Chapel. Flowers will be ap­ preciated or memorials may be made to the family: C/O Ashelawn Memorial Chapel, P.O. Box 148, Jefferson, NC 28640. Mrs. Golds is survived by a son, Shane Golds and wife Callie of Boone; a daughter, Vania Golds of Jefferson; two sisters, Evelyn Woodie of Hays, NC, and Ann Brown of West Jeffer­ son; a brother, Oscar Day of Jefferson; a grandchild, Grace Elizabeth Golds; and several nieces and nephews. You may send condolences to the family through our website www.ashelawn.com. Ashelawn Memorial Chapel is in charge of the arrange­ ments. Is your bank still asleep at 7:00 am? Not AF Bank. Our Mt. Jefferson office is open from 7:00 am fo 7:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Also open 8:00 am - 6:00 pm on Saturdays. We make banking easier! AF Bank (336) 246-4344 | www.afgrp.com poic �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2007 PAGE 3 COMMUNITY NEWS The Raleigh Report by Rep. Cullie Tarleton by Rep. Cullie Tarleton Special to the Post Even though the General Assembly is out of session, we are taking new steps that hopefully will improve roads and the transportation system in North Carolina. The General Assembly made important progress toward this goal this week when the newly appointed 21st Century Trans­ portation Committee met for the first time. The 24-member committee is comprised of elected officials, transporta­ tion and engineering experts, business leaders and citizens. Its members have been asked to examine the condition and needs of North Carolina's transportation system and to make a preliminary report to the General Assembly by May 1,2008. A final report is due by the end of next year. The work of this committee will help us refine and improve the way we build and maintain roads in this state. We can then approach our transportation system with a full understand­ ing of the problem areas and a clear set of priorities. Transportation issues are critical in my district. Just this week in a joint Watauga and Ashe Leadership meeting we discussed secondary roads in the district, the high per centage that remain unpaved and the need for primary road im­ provements such as widening 221 from Deep Gap to West Jefferson and the widening of King Street in Boone from 321 down to the intersection of 105. Both these projects are cur­ rently funded and scheduled. 21st Century Transportation Committee A little more than a week after being appointed, this new blue-ribbon transportation committee met Wednesday for the first time. The committee is led by Brad Wilson, the chief operating officer of Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina and a former member of the University of North Carolina Board of Governors. The committee has been asked to study: •Ways to improve the trans­ portation systems of the state in order to promote economic growth and ensure that the state can compete and partici­ pate in the global economy. •Innovative methods to fund the transportation needs of the state, including an ex­ amination of traditional and nontraditional methods of fi­ nancing transportation infra­ structure. •Priorities of the Depart­ ment of Transportation, in­ cluding methods to ensure adequate funding for corridors and projects of statewide sig­ nificance. •Methods to use new and irinovative technology to improve the transportation system. •Options for local transpor­ tation funding. •Ways to adequately fund road construction to address urban congestion and to im­ prove mobility. •Methods to spend trans­ portation funds in the most effective and cost efficient manner, including ways to use recycled materials, and reuse and recycle road materials. •Ways to ensure the contin­ ued safety of the transportation system, including an analysis of the safety and reliability of bridges in the State. •The appropriate division of responsibility for transpor­ tation infrastructure between state and local government and any federal role in provid­ ing transportation infrastruc­ ture needs. •The role of ports, airports, mass transit, rail, and pedes­ trian and cycling access in providing the transportation needs of the state. •Public transportation needs in urban areas. •Methods to encourage fuel conservation ancl energy con­ servation in North Carolina. At its meeting Wednesday, committee members reviewed their purpose and their charge. They also received an overview of the state Department of Transportation, the Transportation Improve­ ment Program and a study by the department that found needs of $65 billion. They also scheduled meetings for Nov. 26 and Dec. 12. As I mentioned last week, Richard Blackburn, Chairman of the Ashe County Commis­ sioners is a member of this committee. I'm confident Rich­ ard will do a good job not only for our area but for our state and we appreciate him serv­ ing. Construction We passed a new law (H610) this year that increases the number of design-build proj­ ects the department can build within a year. These projects streamline the building pro­ cess by allowing a single contractor to design and build a project. This process is intend­ ed to save both time and money by reducing duplication and shortening the time and effort needed to advertise and evalu­ ate bids. Previously, the state allowed DOT to award con­ tracts for only 10 such projects a year. Now, we will allow them to handle up to 25 design-build projects a year. In my judg­ ment, design-build, properly managed is one of those com­ mon sense things. A new law (S1513) now allows counties to help build roads. Under our previous law, the state and cities alone had responsibility for roads. As a result, Noith Carolina has the largest state road system in the nation - about 79,000 miles. Now, counties can buy land or right of ways for roads or build and maintain them if they choose to. Studies and Reports This past session House Bill 802 gave the Department of Transportation authority to conduct two pilot studies - one to contract private agencies to handle litter removal from highways and another to pro­ vide motorists with real-time travel information. If these studies work out, the depart­ ment will be able to focus more on its core mission - building and maintaining roads. 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Notes Sylvia and I had an oppor­ tunity to visit Westwood El­ ementary in Ashe County last week. Resource teacher, Sara Benfield who invited us, Prin­ cipal John Gregory and Asst. Principal Jennifer Robinson were very kind to give us an ex­ tended tour of Westwood. Both of us were thrilled at what we saw. The quality and enthusi­ asm of the staff and faculty and the excitement of the students made a strong impression on us. Ashe County has a real gem in Westwood Elementary. ASH BlueCross BlueShield of North Carolina PAK11VERS requiring DOT to establish perfoi'mance standards and to report back to lawmakers every two years about where they are toward meeting those standards. Red-light cameras The General Assembly passed a new law this ses­ sion (H1228) that allows some municipalities to operate redlight programs and charge $75 a ticket instead of $50. 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Plans are administered by BCBSNC. BCBSNC and PARTNERS are independent licensees of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. ®, SM Marks of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association. SM 1 Mark of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina. ®1, TM Marks of PARTNERS National Health Plans of North Carolina, Inc. U4463,9/07 H3449J3783,9/12/07, H3404J3783, 9/12/07 �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Tax suffers complete defeat A number of months ago, this newspaper took a position against a property transfer tax, arguing that it would tap into the aver­ age person's equity in their homes. The ability to have ref­ erenda on such a tax was granted to counties by the legislature this year. The rules were bent, twist­ ed and about broken to get this bit of legislation passed. But pass it did. There were 16 boards of county commissioners that mustered up the courage to have votes on such a tax on Election Day. When the last ballot was counted, voters in all 16 counties defeated the measure. "Defeated" is hardly a strong enough word, as the margin was 3-to-l or more against in most* counties; in Graham County, 97 percent of the voters said "no." The transfer tax was part of a package, because commissioners can vote to hold a referendum on a quarter-cent increase in the sales tax. If—and we say if-^-additional revenues are needed in Ashe County, this would be the bet­ ter course. With a strong tourism economy, such an increase draws money from our visitors as well as residents. It also taxes consumption, rather tb,ap tapping into home equity. It is appropriate fqr oqr visitors to "contribute" through sales tax because they use or benefit from Page 4 TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2007 Help our veterans To the Editor: On Veterans Day, we come together as a Nation and pause to honor the heroic men and women who have placed service above self and answered the call to duty. We owe a tremendous debt of gratitude to these brave Americans and to their fami­ lies who have sacrificed in so many ways. Even more than our grati­ tude, we owe our Veterans the quality medical, psycho­ logical, and financial sup­ port that they deserve upon return from service. The ef­ fects of war are far reaching and life altering. Our young people who are returning from war in Iraq are not only dealing with physical injury, but in many cases they suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder and have a difficult time transitioning into civil­ ian American life. This week, I was ashamed to learn that veterans make up one in four homeless peo­ ple in the US, though they are only 11% of the adult popu­ lation [Associated Press]. Young Veterans from Iraq a variety of county servic­ es during their stay. That may include law enforce­ ment, roads, for emergency services, for example. But all of this is simply a politically expedient way for commissions to avoid the necessity of raising property taxes. Ultimately, such taxes must pay most of the bills—as annual budgets show. And now, some of the commissions in those 16 counties where the transfer tax. failed may have to turn to such increases. All of this distracts us, however, from the ongo­ ing necessity of reform­ ing state government. The reason North Carolinians are overtaxed is simple: state government is not properly administered or overseen. The all-too fre­ quent scandals of the pres­ ent administration demon­ strate this amply. No one in a position of power—in Back in November 2004, I either party—seems will­ wrote a column in this space ing to take on the corrup­ entitled "W.C. Fields, the tion of patronage and the Christian Right and the 2004 "good old boy and girl" sys­ Election." Its basic thesis was tem that rules in Raleigh. that George W. Bush and Co. had played the Christian Instead, the gubernatorial Right for suckers, gathering battle in state politics next up their votes with no inten­ year will be among the tion whatsoever of fulfilling hogs who want to control their promises, especially on the trough. Real reform the so-called "Social Agenda." will begin with a complete, Not surprisingly, this col­ outside audit of state gov­ umn generated some nega­ ernment. That could lead tive comments. But there was to the changes that would agreement with the thesis from an unexpected source— mean North Carolinians would stop being among Howard Phillips, chairman of The Conservative Caucus, the most overtaxed citi­ Inc., and a former official in zens of the South. the Nixon White House. Mr. Phillips sent me a personal letter congratulating on the column. Like me, he saw the handwriting on the wall. Now, three years, several trillion dollars, and thousands of dead soldiers later, more and more conservatives are coming around to Mr. Phillips' viewpoint. And for those for whom the aforesaid handwrit- Letters to the Editor and Afghanistan are turning to shelters and clinics to re­ ceive treatment, housing, and help finding a job. Equally as disturbing is the fact that one in eight Veterans have no medical benefits whatsoever [Winston-Salem Journal edi­ torial! • It is an outrage that this is happening in America. We must do a better job of provid­ ing Veterans with the medical attention they need in order to lead healthy lives (both mentally and physically) and the job assistance they need in order to provide for them­ selves and their families. In Congress, I will work with colleagues on both sides of the aisle to ensure that we make our brave men and women as proud of their Veterans ben­ efits as we are of their unself­ ish service to our Country. Roy Carter Glendale Springs . Democratic candidate for Congress, 5th District Recent events prove an old column was right ing still remains dim, an e v e n t last week should h a v e made it clear to anyone paying Jim Thompson attention. I refer, of course, to the endorsement of Rudolph Giuliani by the Rev. Pat Rob­ ertson. Politics makes strange bedfellows, the old saying in­ dicates, but this is perhaps the strangest pairing ever. On the one hand you have Robertson, supposedly a ma­ jor leader of the pro-life move­ ment, a strong opponent of the gay activist movement, and perhaps the most visible sup­ porter of family values. On the other hand, you have Giuliani, who supports federal funding for abortions, gay rights and whose relation­ ships with women over the years makes the slimy Mr. Clinton look practically like a saint. Even his own daughter doesn't support his candidacy. If this endorsement came when Giuliani had the nomi­ nation sewn up, it could be argued that it was a matter of political necessity. But the first vote has not been count­ ed, and the former New York mayor is trailing in Iowa and New Hampshire. So why the rush? My guess is that,, looking mainly at the national polls, Robertson decided he could be an "early adopter" of the eventual GOP candidate, and thus gain favor with him. Less charitably, one could suggest that Robertson is convenient­ ly jettisoning everything he has ever allegedly stood for in order to keep a connection to power. Which brings us to another controversial column of mine, in which it was argued that the good "reverend" was noth­ ing more than an opportunis­ tic huckster. That column pro­ duced a long, angry letter—but I cannot help but wonder what that writer thinks about this amazing endorsement. Jim Clymer, chairman of the national committee of the Constitution Party, summed it all up neatly from a truly conservative viewpoint when he said, "Pat Robertson has clearly sold out. By endors­ ing Giuliani, Robertson asks his followers to rally around a man who is the standardbearer for all that is repug­ nant to them." 1 personally feel sorry— and I mean this sincerely—for the conservatives who have worked so hard, for so many years, for their agenda, only to be sold out by the people they elect and who pose as their leaders. They had a right to ex­ pect their elected officials and leaders to do what they prom­ ised. I am sure many long for a leader of the personal integ­ rity—like him or hate him—of former Sen. Jesse Helms. Such people are rare to find in either party these days. Remembering—and understanding—Sam Ervin Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published 'twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. Box 80S, 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson, NC 28694. Periodicals Postage paid at West Jefferson, NC 28694. Ph. (336) 846-7164. E-mail editorial@jeffersonpost.com Subscription rates $33.72 plus $2.28 tax in-county deliv­ ery; $30.91 plus $2.09 tax in-county senior citizen (new and renewal); $43.56 plus $2.94 out of county. Editor - Jim Thompson Publisher - Cabot Hamilton Circulation Manager - JoEvelyn Roop Assistant Editor Linda Burchette Production Manager Coy Powers Graphic Artist/Webmaster Wendy Cole Sports/General News Reporter.......Michael Graybeal Business Manager Sandra Osborne Receptionist Kelly Blevins Advertising Sales Teresa Roark Laws Advertising Sales Patty Shay Mailroom Department Linda Dain, Michael Sawyer, Letha Day, Joyce Stephens, Norene Roark, Galen Jones, Patsy Eller, Steve Burchette, Thelma Shepherd, Trish Eller. Postmaster, send address changes to: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 by Jefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. Although my mother grew up in the Deep South, she always considered herself a political liberal, especially on matters of race. Yet she of­ ten expressed admiration for Senators Richard Russell and Sam Ervin, who were two of the most effective warriors against proposed civil rights legislation during the 1950's and 1960's. I think my mother over­ looked her differences with Senator Ervin on civil rights because she had a high regard for his character and temper­ ament—and because he was often helpful to her and her friends when she called his office for help. Certainly, she shared the pride many other North Car­ olinians felt about their "Sen­ ator Sam" when he became a national folk hero during the times of the Watergate crisis that brought down President Richard Nixon. But even before Watergate, other political liberals across the country grudgingly came to respect and admire Er­ vin, even though his views on civil rights were abhor­ rent to them. That respect came because at the same time he was fighting against civil rights legislation, Ervin became a champion for civil liberties and the protection of individuals against an over­ reaching government. How did Senator Ervin come to these seemingly con­ tradictory viewpoints? Were his philosophical and political underpinnings conservative or liberal? And, just what was it about his background and personality that prepared him so well to chair the Sen­ ate's hearings on Watergate? In a biography of Sena­ tor Ervin ("Senator Sam Er­ vin, Last of the Founding Fathers") being released t h i s month by UNC Press, Appalachian State University associate professor Karl Campbell wrestles with these questions as he charts Ervin's life from his birth in 1896 in Morganton to its climax in 1973-74 when he became America's folk hero as chair of the Sen­ ate Watergate hearings. Growing up in Morganton and as a university student in Chapel Hill, he was optimis­ tic and studious. Although he was decorated for service in World War I, it took time for the war wounds in body and spirit to heal. But they did. He passed the bar, graduated from Harvard Law School, made a happy marriage, found himself elected to the legislature, and began law practice in association with his father. He was quickly on a fast track to a success­ ful career in law and public service in his home state. In 1937, then Governor Clyde Hoey (the brother-in-law of former Governor 0. Max Gardner, not his son-in-law as the book reports) made Er­ vin a superior court judge. In 1946 he served a partial term in Congress. In 1948 Gover­ nor Gregg Cherry appointed him to the North Carolina Supreme Court. There, he enhanced his reputation as a hard working, well-prepared, clear thinking and writing, and good-humored storyteller and judge. He would have remained there, except for several events in 1954. First, .Clyde Hoey, then a U. S. Senator, died in office. Second, the U.S. Supreme Court handed down the Brown v. Board of Educa­ tion decision that outlawed segregation in the public schools. Third, North Carolina Governor William Umstead wanted to appoint as Hoey's successor someone who op­ posed the Brown decision and would use legal means to fight it. He appointed Ervin. Thanks to Campbell's good narrative skills and his lib­ eral use of Ervin's own words, his compact description of Er­ vin's pre-Senate life is inter­ esting and entertaining. But there is a point to the early biography: It is to prepare the reader to understand the complexities and seemingly contradictory views of Ervin as a senator. Based on his upbringing in the North Carolina moun­ tains of the early 20th Centu­ ry, Ervin believed, according to Campbell, that "the society of order and a government of balance" founded by his forbearers "should be main­ tained and defended." His de­ fense of this order, including its segregated institutions, made him a conservative. But his other passion was pro­ tecting individual freedom, which led him, well before Watergate, to fight side-byside with liberals against the Nixon Administration's efforts to expand the reach of government's intelligence gathering activities. Campbell's greatest contri­ bution and the core of his new book is in showing how those early battles with Nixon hard­ ened Ervin's skepticism about the President's trustworthi­ ness and prepared Senator Sam for the role in which he earned a permanent place in American history. D.G. Martin is the host of UNC-TVs North Carolina Bookwatch, which airs Fri­ days at 9:30 p.m. and Sun­ days at 5 p.m. www.unctv. org / ncbookwatch /. Check his blog and view prior programs at www.unctv.org / ncbook­ watch!. Express your views The editorial page of the Jefferson Post is available, free of charge, for readers to express their views. All it takes is a letter to the editor. The subject of the letters should be a matter of community interest and should be limited to 700 words. Letters must be signed with an address and phone number for verifi­ cation purposes. Only the writer's name and com­ munity will be published. Letters must not be libel­ ous and no poetry will be accepted for publication. Please address: To the Editor, Jefferson Post P.O Box 808, West Jefferson' NC 28694 or email to ]thompson@jeffersonpost.com. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2007 PAGE 5 FROM THE FRONT 0 U u v i & ( t t i e Shirley Dot Holman Church Todd, N.C. March 13, 1936 November 7, 2007 Mrs. Shirley Dot Holman Church, age 71, of Todd, died Wednesday night, November 7,2007 at her daughter's resi­ dence. Funeral services were held at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, November 9, 2007 at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Steve Church offici­ ating. Burial was held on Sat­ urday, November 10, 2007 at 4 p.m. at Woodford Cemetery in Todd. The family received friends from 6 to 7 p.m. on Friday, one hour prior to the funeral ser­ vice. Mrs. Church was born in Sherman Greer, Jr. Toughkenamon, PA Died October 31, 2007 Mr. Sherman Greer, Jr., bet­ ter known as "Junior", age 66, of Toughkenamon, Pennsylva­ nia, passed away on Wednes­ day, October 31,2007 at Union Hospital in Elkton, MD. He was the husband of Nell Greer with whom he shared 46 years of marriage. Born in Lansing, NC he was the son of the late Sher­ man and Ola Greer. He was a truck driver for 30 years until his retirement in 2005. Funeral services were held on Monday, November 5, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Larry Shepherd offici- Debra Adams Bare Jefferson, N.C. March 16,1959 November 4, 2007 Mrs. Debra Adams Bare, age 48 of Jefferson, NC, died Sunday, November 4, 2007 at NC Baptist Hospital. Mrs. Bare was born March 16, 1959 in Wilkes County to Bil­ ly and Ruby Elledge Adams. She was preceded in death by her mother. Memorial services were held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, November 10, 2007 at the Badger Funeral Home Cha­ pel by Rev. Clayton Handy. The family received friends from 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. Satur­ day prior to the service. Mrs. Bare is survived by her husband, Ronny Dale John Wiley Goodman Knoxville, Tenn. Died November 10, 2007 John Wiley Goodman, age 83, of Knoxville, Tenn., passed away on Saturday, Nov. 10, 2007. Born and raised in West Jefferson, N.C., Mr. Good­ man was the son of the late Harvey and Rhonda Wallace Goodman. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II, and then graduated from the University of Tennessee with a bachelor's degree in Business Administration. Shortly after graduation from college, John married Leone Marcia Fleenor of Bris­ tol, Tenn. John's professional career in sales took them to Des Moines, Iowa, and Ty­ ler, Texas, where they lived during the 1950s. In 1958, he and his family returned to Knoxville to settle down and start his business, called Terry Toy Company. He built this business into a thriving enterprise during the 1960s, and added another business, called Goodman Investment Comapny, which focused on real estate investment and management. During the 1970s, he opened Goodman's Tots-To-Teens and Fashion Studio in South Knoxville with his wife, Leone. John was an active, long­ time member of First Baptist Church in Knoxville. He was very involved in his commu- Watauga County on Friday, March 13, 1936 to the late Charles Holman and Ethel Alice Houck Holman. She was a homemaker. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Thea Church; two brothers, C.L. Holman and Franklin Hol­ man. She is survived by three sons, Steve Church of Wilkesboro, Bob Church, of Todd and James Church and wife, Tammy, of Pineville, NC; two daughters, Norma Pasley and husband, James, of West Jef­ ferson and Mary Hopkins and husband, Rodney, of West Jefferson; four half-sisters; two half-brothers; five grand­ children; seven great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews also survive. Flowers accepted or memo­ rials may be made to: Wood­ ford Cemetery, c/o Lillian Greer, 188 B. Bernard Bled­ soe Road, Todd, NC 28684 or to High County Health Care Hospice, PO Box 421, Jeffer­ son, NC 28640. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. ating. Burial followed in the Carpenter Cemetery. The family received friends from 10-11, one hour prior to the funeral service. In addition to his wife, he is survived by one son, Tim A. Greer and his wife, JamiLyn, of Oxford; one brother, Bruce Greer, of Lansing, NC; four sisters, Sue Surber, of Lenior, NC; Mae Brown, of Avondale; Mary Pierce of Kaolin; and Jean Brown, of Elkton; and two grandsons, Zach and Miles. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrangements. Bare of the home; her father, Billy Ray Adams of Wilkesboro, NC; a brother, Billy Ray Adams Jr. of Wilkesboro, NC; her mother-in-law, Cynthia Diane Morris of Gastonia, NC; three brothers-in-law: Israel, Michael and Daniel Bare all of Jefferson, NC; and a niece. The family requests no food or flowers please. Memorials may be made to the family c/o Badger Fu­ neral Home, PO Box 139, West Jefferson, NC 28694. You may email your condo­ lences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrange­ ments. nity, serving as president of the South Knoxville Opti­ mist Club, and chairman of the American Legion's an­ nual high school oratorical contest. In addition, he was a passionate genealogist who published his decades of re­ search into the origins of the Goodman family in Ashe County. John was preceded in death by his wife of 41 years, Leone Marcia Fleenor Goodman, originally of Bristol, Tenn., and brothers Earl Good­ man, Carl Goodman, Clifford Goodman and Robert Good­ man, all of Crumpler, N.C. He is survived by his sister, Albertine Goodman Pennington of Crumpler, N.C.; daughter Terri Goodman Stanley and husband C.H. "Buz" Stanley of Johnson City, Tenn.; son Jerry Goodman and wife Kim Henley Goodman of Knox­ ville, Tenn.; daughter Sherri Goodman of Richmond, Va.; granddaughters Megan Goodman Hubbard and hus­ band Jared Hubbard, Paige Stanley, Meredith Goodman, and Piper Stanley; and greatgranddaughters McKenna Hubbard and Marinn Hub­ bard. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. The family will received friends at Boone Family Fu­ neral Home in West Jefferson, N.C., at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 14, 2007, followed by a funeral service at 2 p.m. In­ ternment will be at Ashelawn Cemetery in Crumpler, N.C. Mabel Virginia Ham Wyatt Mouth of Wilson, Va. November 29,1914 November 6, 2007 Mrs. Mabel Virginia Ham Wyatt, age 92, of Mouth of Wilson, Virginia, died Tuesr day morning, November 6, 2007 at Grayson Nursing & Rehab Center. Funeral services were held on Saturday, November 10, 2007 at 11 a.m. at Boone Family Funeral Home Cha­ pel with Rev. Marvin Miller, Jr. and Minster Danny Miller officiating. Burial followed in the Wyatt Family Cemetery. The family received friends George Ray Eller Wilkesboro, N.C. April 19, 1917 November 9, 2007 Mr. George Ray Eller, age 90, Wilkesboro died Friday, November 9, 2007 at Britthaven Nursing Home. Funeral services were held Sunday, November 11, 2:00 at Reins-Sturdivant Chapel with the Rev. Doug Hardin officiating. Burial was in Ar­ bor Grove United Methodist Church Cemetery. Mr. Eller was born in Ashe County, April 19, 1917, to George Washington and Julie Ann Burgess Eller. In addition to his par­ ents and wife, Virginia Dare from 10-11 a.m. on Saturday, one hour prior to the funeral service. Mrs. Wyatt was born in Ashe County on Tuesday, No­ vember 29, 1914 to the late Horton Ham and the late Martha Brooks. She was a homemaker. She is survived by: five sons, Paul Herman Wyatt, of Troutdale, VA, Jim Wyatt, of Mouth of Wilson, VA, John Wyatt, of Troutdale, VA, Mi­ chael Wyatt, of West Jefferson and Roy Wyatt, of Crumpler; two daughters, Louise Houck of Kannapolis and Wilma Bryan of Boone; a sister, Edith Jones, of Rising Sun, Mary­ land; nineteen grandchildren; twenty-four great-grandchil­ dren; nine great, great-grand­ children; several nieces and nephews also survive. Flowers accepted or me­ morials may be made to: Wy­ att Family Cemetery, PO Box 216, Lansing, NC 28643. You may give the family your condolences at our web­ site www.boonefuneralhome. com. Boone Family Funeral Home of West Jefferson is in charge of these arrange­ ments. Nichols Eller, Mr. Eller was preceded in death by a son, Lance Eller and two step sons, Travis Nichols and Glenn Nichols. Mr. Eller is survived by three sons, Clyde Ray Eller of Wilkesboro, Willard Eller of Lakeland, FL, and Wade Eller of Fleetwood; one broth­ er, Carl Eller of Millers Creek; nine grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren. Memorials may be made to Arbor Grove United Method­ ist Church Cemetery Fund, C/ O Lois Doss, 481 Old Hwy 60, Millers Creek, NC 28651. Online condolences may be made at www.reinssturdivant.com. NC 88 widening public hearing set by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Needed improvements to NC 88 between Jefferson and Smethport are still in the works as the North Carolina Department of Transportation schedules a public hearing to present the latest plans. For the past couple of years, discussion centered on widen­ ing the two-lame highway, pos­ sibly to four lanes, until July 2006 when the NCDOT decid­ ed four-laning the road would not be possible. Last July, County Man­ ager Dan McMillan presented a plan from the NCDOT for widening NC 88 between Jef­ ferson and Smethport during a meeting of the county board of commissioners. Called Plan Alternate 10, that map indi­ cated a wider two-lane road except for a section between the intersections with McConnell Street and Northwest Drive where there would be a third lane for turning.The two sharp curves beyond North­ west Drive would be straight­ ened, and there would be a re­ structuring of the intersection with NC 194 in Smethport where the yield lanes would be eliminated and a traffic light installed. McMillan said the DOT had chosen not to four-lane the road because it would mean the loss of about 28 structures including sev­ eral businesses. No action was taken by the commissioners or Jefferson Board of Aldermen on this proposal. To present the latest plan for improvement, which includes four alternatives, the DOT has scheduled a public hearing for Thursday, Nov. 29 from 4 to 7 p.m. in the Ashe County High School cafeteria. Interested in­ dividuals may attend any time during that three-hour period to see the alternatives and ask questions. There will be no for­ mal presentation. The project calls for correct­ ing this restricted roadway of about 1.6 miles that has poor horizontal and vertical align­ ment, and improve the link between NC 194 and the Town of Jefferson. Purpose of the hearing is for DOT represen­ tatives to provide information, answer questions and accept written comments regarding the location and design of the project. Preliminary designs for the four alternatives will be presented for public review. A map of the project design and copy of the environmental study are available for public review at Jefferson Town Hall on East Main Street across from the 1904 courthouse and also at the NCDOT county maintenance office on Buffalo Road in West Jefferson. Additional right-of-way and the relocation of some homes and businesses will be required for this project. For further in­ formation, contact Kimberly Hinton, Human Environment Unit, 1583 Mail Service Cen­ ter, Raleigh, NC 27699-1583, or call 919-715-1595, or email khinton@dot.state.nc.us. This is TIP Project No. U-3812. NCDOT will provide aux­ iliary aids and services under the Americans with Disabili­ ties Act for disabled persons who wish to participate in this hearing. Anyone requiring special services should contact Kimberly Hinton as early as possible so that arrangements can be made. For information from the Town of Jefferson, call 8469368. The Columbarium will be maintained as long as the church is in existence. The space is protected by steel and concrete reinforced walls and each niche is covered with a granite plate that would be engraved with the names, birth dates and death dates of the person or persons inurned. Beautiful handmade urns are available for pur­ chase, and are created for the church by Mangum Pottery. The project to create the Columbarium began two years ago and was recently completed. It was inspired by Columbariums at a Methodist church in Winston-Salem and a Catholic church in Boone. The lovely gated enclosure features benches for visitors, a scattering garden, "In Re­ membrance," of small plants such as English boxwood and miniature rhododendron and plaques above the garden engraved with the person's name and birth and death dates, and special cenotaph plaques for people whose re­ mains are buried or scattered elsewhere. Prices for the Columbar­ ium are $2,000 for single oc­ cupancy or $3,000 for double occupancy of a niche, $1,000 per name for the scattering garden, and $500 per name for the cenotaph.These prices are discounted 20 percent if paid in full by Dec. 31. After Jan. 1, 2008 only members of the church will be eligible for a 10 percent discount. For information about the Columbarium, call the church at 246-5292 or How­ ard Combs, chairman of the Columbarium committee, at 846-9704. WJ church offers columbarium by Linda Burchette The Columbarium was cre­ Assistant Editor ated during the church's re­ West Jefferson United cent renovations and expan­ Methodist Church has creat­ sion. It is available to anyone ed a very special final resting whether or not they are a place for your loved one's cre­ member of West Jefferson mated remains. A Columbar­ United Methodist Church. "We are an open congre­ ium on the church premises features 204 niches for inurn­ gation, and invite people to ment or a memory garden for purchase a niche for them­ scattering of the ashes. selves or loved one," said Pas­ The word Columbarium tor Kirk McNeill. "We are an comes from the Latin term inclusive congregation with for "the dwelling place of a open hearts, open minds and dove (Columba), which for open doors." Christians is the symbol of Niches will be sold to any­ the Holy Spirit." This is a con­ one eligible until there are temporary and dignified final only 100 left and those will resting place for the earthly be reserved for pastors and remains of those who loved members of the church, their the church. families, or people with strong "We believe that inurnment ties to the church. The right on church grounds is a state­ to use a niche may not be sold ment of our faith in the res­ and is non-transferable. urrection, the life everlasting, Niches in the Columbari­ and the church triumphant," um are purchased the same states the church's brochure way a cemetery plot is pur­ on the Columbarium. "The chased, and can be a single or Columbarium becomes a double occupancy. Each niche contemporary setting for the is 12 inches square. Fees are old-time church cemetery. It for the niche only and do not allows for maintenance and cover the costs of cremation ease of visitation. It can also (which the church does not be a serene spot for medita­ offer), funeral and urn. They tion and prayer." are for human remains only. Calendar continued from front page has come to be "Touched by a Friend" in the fight against this dreaded disease because the funding is all used up. Calendars are available at the Gift Nook in the hospital, at the Switchboard at the hospital, Anna Mana's Gift Shop, The Ladybug Boutique, Ashe Baptist Association Of­ fice, Carolina Printing and at Skyland Books. Planning continued from front page produced so far. High Country Council of Governments is assisting the West Jefferson Planning Board in developing the plan. This is a regional planning agency that provides staff support to local governments for various projects. For more information, call West Jefferson Town Hall at 246-3551. Special thanks to Fleetwood and TOest fefyerson ^flte departments. ^or all their hard work and we appreciate everything they have done. ^rom: donny & ^jbatsy /Hash Festival continued from front page tival. We got complaints this year for going so far up Main Street. We're not throwing in the towel at this point, but we need some direction. Our meetings are open to every­ one, and we must look long and hard at whether we can continue." Aldermen Brett Summey and Jerry McMillan said they want to see the festival con­ tinue in the town. "I for one would hate to see it go," McMillan said. "The town's become known for this. It's a big draw for West Jefferson." He said the cost of signage needed for mov­ ing part of the festival back to Jefferson Avenue may be accomplished through a com­ promise between the town and festival committee. McMillan also praised the T n x to erertpone wto supportedV k i r / aandidac^ktfd West Je^crsi* Addermar Adectior. //appriciatf pour co/tjjrdern. ' • E 1 " " *e who / wouddadso dik egg and participatedi$jt\ art/a (/our thanks to everyone in the community that helped us through this time. committee for its work over the years to put on this fes­ tival. "We take our hats off to you for that," he said. "It would be a mistake for the town to let it go away." Another problem with moving the festival back to Jefferson Avenue, in part or in whole, is the lack of ap­ propriate electrical sources. Town Manager Greg McGinnis said the town could look at making Jefferson Avenue work for the festival. "That is not insurmountable and it wouldn't keep the festival out," he said. "We can also work with DOT on the sig­ nage situation." "If the signage is not a ri­ diculous cost, and the town is willing to work with us on electrical needs, then we can make it work," Howell said. eontid o^our- town. Jots Ho^ttnan �Wednesday - November 14 JV/Var Girls Basketball scrimmage at Alexander Central 5:45 p.m. Friday - November 16 Varsity Football vs Pisgah, NCHSAA Second Round, 7:30 p.m. Saturday - November 17 Varsity Girls Basketball Scrimmage at High Point Central This week in Husky sports Huskies make history with 13-8 win by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor With the post-season here, every team heads into each game not knowing if it is go­ ing to be their last game of the season. A loss, the school heads into basketball season, but a win keeps the team's season alive. In the Huskies' fourth playoff appearance in school's history, they were able to nab their first ever post-season victory with a close win over the South Ire­ dell Vikings. With two pass­ ing touchdowns scored by the Huskies' offense, a twelveyard reception by Greyson Wells, and a twenty-five yard reception by Kyle Guyton, and some key defensive stops, the Huskies claimed the 13-8 victory to set school history. The Huskies hosted their first ever playoff game last year in Husky Stadium, but they won the school's first post-season game this past Friday to mark their spot in the history books. Coach Bill Strong ad­ dressed his team following the game by stating: "You all wanted to be special, NOW YOU'RE SPECIAL!" The comment was an accurate portrayal of the meaning of this game, and the excite­ Post photo by Steve Wright/ www.StevesSportsShots.com ment of the fans, team, and The Huskies were ecstatic Friday following their record setting 13-8 victory in the first round of the NCHSAA Football Cham­ parents was easily spotted pionship. Following a slow start on the season, Ashe has improved their record to 8-4 and won the first ever post-season after and during the game. game for the Huskies' football program. The Vikings struck first in the game with a threeplay, 74-yard drive that was capped off with a 55-yard touchdown pass from T.C. Rollings to Tevin Ikard for the first points of the game and South Iredell led Ashe 6-0 just six minutes into the game. The Huskies offense re­ sponded and with a crowd pleasing 75-yard, nine-play drives, that was capped off with a twelve-yard touch­ down pass from Daniel Wain to Greyson Wells, took the 7-6 lead (Dakota Price extrapoint was good). Wain led the Huskies with a completion percentage of 41% on a 9-22 performance for 142 yards. Following the touchdown by the Huskies, with the score 7-6, a defensive stop by the Huskies gave them pos­ session back, but was pinned deep in their own territory af­ ter a punt by the Vikings. On a short series, the Huskies moved the ball only seven yards to bring up a punting situation. For the Huskies' special teams unit, a high snap sent the ball into the endzone. The Huskies were able to recover the ball, but it resulted in a safety awarding the Vikings two points, and also the ball back with the score in their advantage 8-7. Neither team could score in the remaining ten minSee History, page 7 Apps clown Western to remain in SoCon race Post photo by Michael Graybeal The Huskies 'Dawg Pound' was up and lively during the game for Ashe County. The 'Dawg Pound' cheered on the Huskies following a big interception by Jaren Holman in the fourth quarter last Friday to secure the victory for Ashe. Lees-McRae soccer advances to Elite 8 from Lees-McRae College Athletics BANNER ELK, NC- The Lees-McRae College Bobcats defeated the Lander Univer­ sity Bearcats 1-0 Saturday evening in the NCAA South­ east Regional Championship game at Tate Field. The Bob­ cats, ranked number two in the country, improve their record to 21-1-1 with the will and earn a trip to the NCAA Championships Elite Eight for the first time in pro­ gram history. The Bearcats, ranked #19 in the country, finish the season with a 145-2 record. The Bobcats, the top ranked offensive team in the country at 3.62 goals a game, came out hard from the opening whistle. Much of the game's first ten minutes was played on the attack, howev­ er the Bearcats defense held a tight back line throughout the half and goalkeeper Gar­ ret Daum (Bartonville, TX) managed to keep the Bob­ cats off of the board. As the play continued, each team stepped up the physical side of things, neither willing to give an inch. After aveng­ ing a Peach Belt Conference Championship game loss to Clayton State in the first round, Lander had ideas of making amends for the regu­ lar season loss to the Bobcats, finding their stride midway through the half and gener­ ating chances on the Bobcats goal. First Team All Confer­ ence Carolinas goalkeeper Sean Paradise (North Point, FL) was equal to the task, also keeping the Bearcats off the board as the teams went to halftime tied at zero. The second half saw the Bobcats come out harder than the first, hungry for the victory. After outshooting the Bearcats 4-3 in the first, Lees-McRae managed to pin the Bearcats inside their own end for much of the second, finding the frame on seven of ten shots and creating oppor­ tunities, but failing to capital­ ize. During the 84th minute, the offensive onslaught paid off as Conference Carolinas and Daktronics Southeast Region Player of the Year Berin Boracic (Orlando, FL) crossed the ball into the 18 yard box with traffic in front of. Daum. Jonny Bownes (Worksop, England) would send a header to Tom Brailsford (Rotherham, England), who in full stride beat Daum to send the home crowd into a frenzy. The Bobcats defense would hold up for just over six minutes longer, earning their thirteenth shutout of the season, and preserving the one goal win. Brailsford, named to the Daktronics Southeast Re­ gion First Team earlier in the week, picked up his sec­ ond goal of the season, and first game winner of his ca­ reer. The shutout was Para­ dise' eleventh of the year and third consecutive, running his current streak to just over 281 minutes. "The support tonight from the home crowd was amaz­ ing," stated third year Head Coach Chris Whalley. "The boys can really feed off it; their support tonight from start to finish was great! We're extremely apprecia­ tive." Bownes, Paradise, Matt Lacey (Norwich, England), Sam Sharpies (London, England) and Lee Squires (Sheffield, England) were all named to the NCAA South­ east Regional All Tourna­ ment Team, while Nick Cooke (Chesterfield, England), Drew Courtney (Lookout Mountain, GA), Ryan Thorman (Bayport, NY), Chris­ tian Mason (Osaka, Japan) represented the Bearcats. Jonny Lara of Clayton State and Chad Pinnick of Queens rounded out the all tourna­ ment team, representing the regional semifinalists respec­ tively. Bownes also took home the Most Outstanding De­ fensive Player of the tourna­ ment award while Squires was named Most Outstand­ ing Offensive Player. The win was the sixteenth consecutive for the Bobcats, the longest win streak in program history and second over Lander this season. The Bobcats topped the Bearcats 3-1 at Lander October 10th. The Bobcats will now await until the conclusion of the Sweet Sixteen tomor­ row afternoon, with five Re­ gional Championship games on tap. Monday afternoon, the NCAA will announce the pairings and sites, yet to be determined, of the NCAA Men's Soccer Championships Elite Eight. by Appalachian Sports Information BOONE, N.C. - No. 7 Ap­ palachian State University scored on each of its first eight possessions and went on to register its highest offensive output in 71 years in a 79-35 rout over archrival Western Carolina on Saturday after­ noon at Kidd Brewer Stadi­ um. With the victory, Appa­ lachian (8-2, 4-2 SoCon) kept custody of the Old Mountain Jug for the 21st time in 23 years and moved within one victory of its third-straight Southern Conference cham­ pionship. Appalachian's 79 points and 743 yards were both the second-highest totals in school history, behind only the 788 yards amassed in a 115-0 win at Piedmont on Sept. 26,1936. The Mountaineers actual­ ly trailed 7-3 early in the first quarter after Western Caroli­ na (1-9, 0-6 SoCon) answered an ASU field goal with a nine-play, 80-yard touchdown drive on its opening drive. From there, however, it was all ASU, as it found the end zone on each of its next seven drives to take a command­ ing 52-21 lead less than two minutes into the second half. In all, Appalachian scored 10 touchdowns and kicked a field goal in its 14 possessions an added an 11th touchdown on a 65-yard interception return by Buck Buchanan Award candidate Corey Lynch. ASU did not punt once. The trio of Walter Payton Award candidate running back Kevin Richardson, quar­ terback Armanti Edwards and wide receiver Hans Batichon. Richardson rushed for a career-high 215 yards on just 22 carries (9.8 ypr) and scored touchdowns from four, 42 and four yards out. The se­ nior upped his career rushing total to 4,383 yards, just 26 shy of ASU's all-time record of 4,409, set by John Settle (1983-86) and broke Settle's school record for all-purpose yardage by upping his career total to 5,702 yards, 137 bet­ ter than Settle's previous re­ cord mark. Edwards completed a ca­ reer-high 26 passes on just attempts for 295 yards and accounted for a career-best five touchdowns (two pass­ ing, three rushing) in just two-and-a-half quarters of play. Both of his touchdown passes (seven and 10 yards) went to Batichon, who hauled Post photo courtesy of www.GoASU.com Kevin Richardson rushed for a career-high 215 yards and moved within 26 yards of ASU's all-time rushing record in a 79-35 win over archrival Western Carolina (photo courtesy of Keith Cline) in a career-high seven passes for 114 yards. In the first half alone, the Mountaineers racked up 474 yards of offense, includ­ ing Richardson's 145 on the ground and Edwards' 257 through the air, and scored seven times in seven posses­ sions. The 45 points were the most in a half for the Apps since they scored 45 in the first half of a 64-14 win over West Virginia Tech in 2001. Defensively, ASU got a season-high four interceptions from Lynch, linebackers D.J. Smith and Pierre Banks and cornerback Jerome Touch­ stone. Appalachian needs a win over Chattanooga in next Saturday's regular-season fi­ nale to earn a share of the So­ Con title with Wofford, which clinched no worse than a tie for the title and the league's automatic berth to the NCAA Division I playoffs with a 42-16 victory at UTC on Saturday. Elon and Georgia Southern were eliminated from championship conten­ tion with losses to The Cita­ del and Furman, respectively, on Saturday. ASU is bidding to become the first team to win three-consecutive SoCon titles since Georgia Southern won six-straight from 19972002. Saturday's contest versus UTC is set for 3:30 p.m. It will be televised regionally on SportSouth. NOTES: Appalachian moved to 17-0 all-time when Richardson rushes for 100 yards and 18-0 when Lynch intercepts a pass ... ASU had a 100-yard rusher and 100yard receiver in the same game for the first time since Edwards ran for 140 and Richardson had 101 receiving in last-season's 27-20, doubleovertime victory at Georgia Southern ... the 114 com­ bined points were the most in 80 all-time meetings between Appalachian and Western Carolina and the most in any ASU game since 115 in a 59-56 loss at Chattanooga in 2004 ... every non-injured, non-redshirting player saw action for the Mountaineers except for punter Neil Young ... game-time temperature was 43 degrees but fell to 36 by the end of the game ... the sell-out crowd of 27,977 was the largest to ever witness the Battle for the Old Moun­ tain Jug ... Appalachian's five-largest home crowds ever have come in this season's five home games. �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2007 PAGE 7 SPORTS Appalachian hosts Mountaineer Madness to kickoff round-ball season by Appalachian Sports Information BOONE, NC- Mountain­ eer fans packed the Holmes Center on Thursday evening for the fifth annual Moun­ taineer Madness event. The Appalachian State men's and women's basketball teams were introduced to the fans, while the pep band, cheer­ leaders and,dance teams en­ tertained the crowd. The women were indi­ vidually introduced before taking the court for a quick scrimmage before head coach Adrienne Shuler addressed the crowd in anticipation of the upcoming season. It was then the men's turn. After a similar video introduction, the men's team took to the floor for a spir­ ited 14-minute scrimmage divided into two seven-min­ ute halves. The Gold squad, comprised largely of ASU's first rotation, staved off a pesky Black team in a de­ fensive battle that saw four Post photo courtesy of www.GoASU.com ASU Basketball unveiled three new banners at Mountaineer Madness. blocks in the paint and very tightly contested shots on the perimeter. For the winning side, Donte Minter showed why he garnered preseason Mid- Major All-America accolades, scoring in a bevy of ways from underneath the basket including a breakaway dunk in the waning moments of the scrimmage. One of the highlights of the evening was, as usual, the dunk contest. Fresh­ man Donterious Hughes, redshirt-freshman Jeremi Booth and senior Jeremy Clayton faced off in the tworound competition. Hughes, the shortest competitor in the event, was eliminated after the first-round despite an impressive second dunk after a few mis-fires on his first attempt. In the finals, Booth came up with a strong reverse dunk. However, it wasn't enough to win as Clayton, a Holmes Center favorite, countered with a throughthe-legs dunk to bring the raucous crowd to its feet. Following the contest, the team's San Juan Shootout, Southern Conference South Division Championship and NIT banners were unveiled. The men open the sea­ son at Charlotte on Monday, and the women follow at NC State on Tuesday. 2007 Appalachian Men's Basketball Schedule Nov. 12 at Charlotte Nov. 15 Lipscomb Murfreesboro Nov. 16 San Jose Murfreesboro Nov. 17 at Middle Tenn. Murfreesboro Nov. 21 at Campbell Buies Creek Nov. 26 DAVIDSON Nov. 29 WICHITA STATE Dec. 1 at Georgia Southern Dec. 17 UVA-WISE Dec. 22 at Arkansas Little Rock Dec. 30 at East Tennessee State Johnson City Jan. 3 at College of Charleston Jan. 5 at The Citadel Jan. 10 at Wofford Jan. 12 UNC GREENSBORO Jan. 17 CHATTANOOGA Jan. 19 GEORGIA SOUTHERN Jan. 24 at Furman Jan. 26 at Chattanooga Jan. 28 ELON Feb. 2 at Western Carolina Feb. 7 COLLEGE OF CHARLESTON Feb. 9 THE CITADEL Feb. 11 WOFFORD Feb. 14 at Elon Feb. 16 at UNC Greensboro Feb. 21 FURMAN Feb. 23 ESPN BRACKETBUSTERS Feb. 27 at Davidson Mar. 1 WESTERN CAROLINA History continued from pttf{e 6 utes of the first half and the teams headed into the locker room with the lower seeded Vikings claiming a 87 lead. The home crowd still had faith in their hometown Huskies, and the Huskies responded during the first minutes of the second half. With winning the coin toss at the beginning of the game, the Huskies deferred so they could start the second half with the ball. The Huskies took advantage of the posses­ sion and after starting their drive around midfield follow­ ing a failed attempt at a trick onside kick by the Vikings, scored their second touch­ down of the game on another nine-play drive. With five sol­ id runs by David Grubb, and a ten-yard pass completion to Greyson Wells, the Huskies had moved the ball down to the Vikings' twenty-yard line. On first down, a run by the Huskies was stopped in the backfield for a five-yard loss, and then an incomplete pass on second down, brought up third and long. The Huskies went to the air, and Daniel Wain connected with Kyle Guyton for a twenty-five yard touchdown pass for the Hus­ kies. With a failed extra-point attempt, the Huskies led the Vikings 13-8 and excitement in the Husky Stadium was near an all time high. With over eight minutes in the third quarter, and the entire fourth quarter, the Huskies faced a tough task of shutting down a quick Vi­ kings' offense. The Huskies responded by holding their opponents to only twentythree yards for the rest of the game. The Huskies forced three punts out of their oppo­ nents, and snagged one inter­ ception to secure the victory. However, with time re­ maining in the game, Ashe continued to try and score. By moving the ball into the Vikings' territory two more times, but both drives result­ ed in the Vikings regaining possession following turn­ over on downs. However, the Huskies defense would step up and force the Vikings into punting on each possession. / 4 v / _u • Post photos bv Michael Gravbe. carrier for a defensive stop for a loss on Friday the time the Huskies stepped on the field, it wt, 3/j •'Fro, battle between two talented teams, that had eve.Q^ nt*H8 on the edge of their seats or standing. ' e,th~ Post photo by Michael Graybeal The Huskies' offense prepares for a critical play during Friday's game. The Huskies offen­ sive-line continues to play remarkably as they are a key role in the Huskies' success thus far in the season. As time dwindled low, the Vikings were making one last drive down the field. With possession around midfield, the Huskies were able to force two incomplete passes and stopped one play in the backfield to bring up fourth down and fifteen remaining for the Vikings with 1:33 re­ maining in the game. With no choice but to go for it, the Vikings sent the ball deep down the field and Jaren Holman secured the victory for the Huskies with an in­ terception and electrified the crowd with a deep return into the Vikings' territory. The re­ turn was called back against the Huskies due to an illegal block in the back, but Hus­ kies fans were on their feet as they had just witnessed history in Ashe County ath­ letics. When the Huskies' of­ fense trotted onto the field, two kneeling plays by Daniel Wain and the offense final­ ized the game with Ashe win­ ning 13-8. During the interview af­ ter the game, Coach Strong spoke more about the game by saying: "We played great defense, moved the ball well, and defensively, our boys re­ ally stepped it up during the second half." Coach Strong was also proud of the crowd and attendance during the game by stating: "This is the way it is supposed to be, the community out here celebrat­ ing and enjoying the team's success." The Huskies are sched­ uled to face the winner of the Smokey Mountain (6-5) and Pisgah (8-3) next week. Pisgah showed up strong in the game against Smokey Mountain last week and de­ livered a tough 35-14 blow to Smokey Mountain to advance to the second round. Pisgah is the fifth ranked team in the NCHSAA 2AA Western Tournament and will be on the road coming into Husky Country for a second round game at Husky Stadium. The game is scheduled for this Friday, November 16 begin­ ning at 7:30 p.m. NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE PROPOSED WIDENING OF NC 88 FROM NC 194 TO US 221 BUSINESS IN JEFFERSON TIP Project No. U-3812 Ashe County The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) will hold the above Design Public Hearing on November 29, 2007 between the hours of 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. at the Ashe County High School Cafeteria, 184 Campus Drive, West Jefferson, 28694. Interested individuals may attend at their con­ venience during the above stated hours. Please note there will be no formal presentation. project. A map setting forth the design of the project and a copy of the environmental document - Environmental Assessment (EA) and Draft Section 4(f) Evaluation - are available for public review at the Town of Jefferson, 302 East Main Street, Jefferson, 28640; and the NCDOT County Maintenance Office, 296 Buffalo Road, West Jefferson, 28694. Anyone desiring additional information may contact Ms. Kimberly Hinton, Human Environment Unit, 1583 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1583, phone (919) 715-1595, fax (919) 715-1522 or email khinton@dot.statc.nc.us. syson Wells gives the Huskies the lead with a twelve-yard ichdown pass in the first quarter for Ashe to go ahead |j | Our Athlete of the Week, Greyson Wells, is a member of the Huskies varsity football team. Wells led the Huskies with a touchdown reception and was also second on defense with 3.5 tackles, one for a loss and one assist. Wells has been a vital part of the defense all NCDOT proposes to improve safety on NC 88 and improve a link between NC 194 and the Town of Jefferson. There will be four alternatives presented during the hearing. The project calls for correcting a restricted roadway with poor horizontal and vertical alignment. The project is about 1.6 miles in length. The purpose of this workshop is for NCDOT representatives to provide information, answer questions, and accept written comments regarding the location and design of this project. Preliminary designs for these alternatives will be presented at the hearing for public comments. Additional right of way and the relocation of homes and businesses will be required for this Post photo by Michael Graybeai ATHLETE H] m of the WEEK presents the NCDOT will provide auxiliary aids and services under the Americans with Disabilities Act for disabled persons who wish to participate in this hearing. Anyone requiring special services should contact Ms. Hinton as early as possible so that arrange­ ments can be made. season long. Greyson Wells Congratulations Greyson Wells!!! Stop by t /Ici'ulct ) ach week and check out our latest Athlete of the Week!. 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Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against said es­ tate to present them to the undersigned at PO Box 1844 West Jeffer­ son, North Carolina 28694 on or before the 13th day of February, 2008, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to 1195-Legals 1195-Legals Pursuant to N.C.Gen.Stat. § 45-21.10(b), and the terms of the Deeds of Trust, any successful bidder may be required to de­ posit with the Trustee immediately upon con­ clusion of the sale a cash deposit of the greater of five per cent (5%) percent of the amount bid or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00). Any suc­ cessful bidder shall be required to tender the full balance purchase price so bid in cash or certified check at the time the Trustee ten­ ders to him a deed for the property or at­ tempts to tender such deed, and should said successful bidder fail to pay the full balance purchase price so bid at the time, he shall re­ main liable on his bid as provided for in N.C.Gen.Stat. § 4521.30 (d) and (e). This being lots 4, 3, 2, 1, 14, 13, and portions of lots 11 and 12 of the Maude Badger Estate as shown on plat of same recorded Regis­ ter of Deeds of Ashe County in Plat Book , Page . According to a survey by Bobby J. Oliver & Associates. PA. RLS L-1276. Richard K. Ashley 200 Ashley Farm Trail Jefferson, NC 28640 This sale will be held open ten (10) days for upset bids as required by law. Phyllis R. Ashley 200 Ashley Farm Trail Jefferson, NC 28640. This the 10th day of October, 20070ctober 17, 2007. Under and by virtue of the power and authority contained in those cer­ tain deeds of trust exe­ cuted and delivered by the above-named Grantors to United States of America, and (1) dated May 16, 2001, filed for record on May 16, 2001, se­ curing indebtedness in the original principal amount of $220,000.00 as recorded in Deed of Trust Book 260 at Page 2160, Ashe County Registry and (2) dated May 16, 2001, filed for record on May 16, 2001, se­ curing indebtedness in the original principal amount Of $500,000.00 as recorded in Deed of Trust Book 260 at 2170, and (3) dated May 16, 2001, filed for record on May 16, 2001, securing indebt­ edness in the original principal amount of $880,000.00 as record­ ed in Deed of Trust Book 260 at Page 2180, Ashe County Registry (hereinafter, the "Deeds of Trust"), .-/ovjcxuae OT the default of in the payment of the indebtedness thereby secured and the failure of to carry out or perform the stip­ ulations and agree­ ments therein con­ tained and pursuant to the demand of the owner and holder of the indebtedness se­ cured by the Deeds of Trust, and pursuant to the Order of the Clerk of Superior Court for Ashe County, North Carolina, entered in this foreclosure pro­ ceeding, the under­ signed, Richard J. Ka­ nia, Substitute Trustee, will expose for sale at public auction on No­ Richard J. Kania Having qualified as Ex­ ecutrix of the estate of Juanita W. Harris, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to noti­ fy all persons having claims against said es­ tate to present the same to the under­ signed to Mrs. Alice Worrell Thompson, c/oVANNOY & REEVES, PLLC, P.O. Drawer 67, West Jef­ ferson, North Caroli­ na 28694, on or before the 28th day of Janu­ ary, 2008, or this No­ tice will be pleaded in bar or their recovery. All persons indebted to said estate are re­ quested to make imme­ diate payment to the undersigned. 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals 1195-Legals their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. INC. and RICHARD K. ASHLEY and PHYLLIS R. ASHLEY, ed on the records of the County Register of Deeds not more than ten (10) days prior to the posting of this No­ tice is: OF AMERICA, BENEFICIARY, This is the 7th day of November, 2007. To: Russell Killen Executor for the Estate of David Arriola Grantor(s), THURMAN E. BURNETTE, TRUSTEE(S), AND UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, BENE­ FICIARY, FILE # 07-E-248 STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION COUNTY OF ASHE BEFORE THE CLERK EXECUTOR'S NOTICE As recorded in Deed of Trust Book 260, Page 2160, and Deed of Trust Book 260, Page 2170, and Deed of Trust Book 260, Page 2180, Ashe County Registry. See Substitution(s) of Trustee as recorded in Deed Book 337, Page 2186 Ashe County Registry, appointing Ri­ chard J. Kania as Sub­ stitute Trustee. Having been appoint­ ed Executor of the estate of HARVEY LOYD WITHERSPOON., deceased of 211 Oakwood TO: Road, West Jeffer­ K. Ashley, son, Ashe County, Richard North Carolina, Registered Agent for 28694, this is to noti­ Chief's Fire and Res­ fy all persons having cue, Inc. claims against the Colvard Farm Road Estate of said HAR­ Jefferson, NC 28640 VEY LOYD WITHERSPOON to present Richard K. Ashley them to the .under­ 200 Ashley Farm Trail signed on or before Jefferson, NC 28640 the 9th day of Febru­ ary, 2008, or this no­ tice will be placed in Phyllis R. Ashley bar of their recovery. 200 Ashley Farm Trail All persons, firms Jefferson, NC 28640 and corporations in­ debted to said Estate Under and by virtue of will please make im­ the power and authority contained in those cer­ mediate payment. This the 19th day of tain deeds of trust exe­ cuted and delivered by October, 2007. the above-named Grantors to United Judy W. Bare States of America, and (1) dated May 16, 211 Oakwood Road 2001, filed for record West Jefferson, NC on May 16, 2001, se­ curing indebtedness in 28694 the original principal amount of $220,000.00 James M. Deal, Jr. DEAL, MOSELEY & as recorded in Deed of Trust Book 260 at SMITH, LLP Page 2160, Ashe Attorneys at Law County Registry and 870 West King Street (2) dated May 16, PO Box 311 2001, filed for record Boone, NC 28607 on May 16, 2001, se­ STATE OF NORTH curing indebtedness in CAROLINA the original principal IN THE GENERAL amount of $500,000.00 COURT OF JUSTICE as recorded in Deed of Trust Book 260 at 2170, and (3) dated ai.lRGFUO0 rr\\ IQT VfeCOrcT on~'May " t6: ASHE COUNTY 2001, securing indebt­ edness in the original BEFORE THE CLERK principal amount of $880,000.00 as record­ File No. 07- E - 246 ed in Deed of Trust Book 260 at Page EXECUTOR'S 2180, Ashe County NOTICE Registry (hereinafter, the "Deeds of Trust"), Having qualified as Ex­ and because of the de­ ecutor of the Estate of fault of in the payment Charles Edward Curry, of the indebtedness Jr., deceased of Dade thereby secured and County, Florida, this is the failure of to carry to notify all persons out or perform the stip­ having claims against ulations and agree­ the Estate of said, ments therein con­ Charles Edward Curry, tained and pursuant to Jr., to present them to the demand of the the undersigned on or owner and holder of before February 11, the indebtedness se­ 2008 or this notice will cured by the Deeds of be placed in bar of their Trust, and pursuant to recovery. All persons, the Order of the Clerk firms and corporations of Superior Court for indebted to said Estate Ashe County, North will please make imme­ Carolina, entered in diate payment. this foreclosure pro­ ceeding, the under­ Charles Edward Curry, signed, Richard J. Ka­ III, Fiduciary nia, Substitute Trustee, 12831 S.W. 43rd Ave., will expose for sale at Apt. 147-A public auction on No­ Miami, Florida 33175 vember 21. 2007 at 12:00 P.M. at the door Stephen R. Berndt of the Ashe County Attorney at Law Courthouse, Jefferson, 379 New Market Blvd., North Carolina, the real Ste.3 • property in Ashe Coun­ Boone. NC 28607 ty, North Carolina (in­ STATE OF NORTH cluding any improve­ CAROLINA ments thereon) as de­ INTHE GENERAL scribed in the attached COURT OF JUSTICE Exhibit A hereto. SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION ASHE COUNTY 06 SP 103 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF THE DEED OF TRUST OF CHIEF'S FIRE AND RESCUE, The sale will be made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, restric­ tions and easements of record and assess­ ments, if any. The record owner of the above-described real property as reflect- Chief's Fire and Res­ cue, Inc. Richard K. Ashley Phyllis R. Ashley Pursuant to N.C.Gen.Stat. § 45-21.10(b), and the terms of the Deeds of Trust, any successful bidder may be required to de­ posit with the Trustee immediately upon con­ clusion of the sale a cash deposit of the greater of five per cent (5%) percent of the amount bid or Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00). Any suc­ cessful bidder shall be required to tender the full balance purchase price so bid in cash or certified check at the time the Trustee ten­ ders to him a deed for the property or at­ tempts to tender such deed, and should said successful bidder fail to pay the full balance purchase price so bid at the time, he shall re­ main liable on his bid as provided for in N.C.Gen.Stat. § 4521.30 (d) and (e). This sale will be held open ten (10) days for upset bids as required by law. This the 10th day of October, 2007 October 17, 2007. Richard J. Kania Substitute Trustee 600-A Drive Centrepark Asheville, North Carolina 28805 (828) 252-8010 EXHIBIT A SEVENTH TRACT: BEING Lots Nos. 3, 4, 5, 7 through and in­ cluding 18, and lots 27 through and including 47 of the Hickory Hill Subdivision near the Town of Jefferson, North Carolina, as shown on plat of the same made by Bobby J. Oliver, RLS L-1276, ber 28, 1972 and of re­ cord in Plat Book NO.3, page 74, Ashe County Registry, to which re­ corded plat reference is hereby made for a metes and bounds de­ scription of said lots and also being all of the property of the Grantor's remaining property as conveyed from Erskin Wimberly and wife, Mary1 S. Wimberly in Book 126, page 127, Ashe County Registry, said docu­ ment incorporated by reference as though fully set out herein. The above-described property was acquired in Book 229, Page 2291, Ashe County Registry, said docu­ ment incorporated by reference as though fully set out herein. STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA IN THE GENERAL COURT OF JUSTICE SUPERIOR COURT DIVISION ASHE COUNTY 06 SP 103 IN THE MATTER OF THE FORECLOSURE OF THE DEED OF TRUST OF CHIEF'S FIRE AND RESCUE, INC. and RICHARD K. ASHLEY and PHYLLIS R. ASHLEY, Grantor(s), To: THURMAN E. BURNETTE, TRUSTEE(S), AND UNITED STATES Appalachian Ski Mtn. is now taking applications from enthusiastic, customer service oriented individuals for fulltime seasonal employment for the upcoming ski season beginning November 16th. Applications As recorded in Deed of Trust Book 260, Page 2160, and Deed of Trust Book 260, Page 2170, and Deed of Trust Book 260, Page 2180, Ashe County Registry. See Substitution(s) of Trustee as recorded in Deed Book 337, Page 2186 Ashe County Registry, appointing Ri­ chard J. Kania as Sub­ stitute Trustee. AMENDED THIRD Richard K. Ashley, Registered Agent for Chief's Fire and Res­ cue, Inc. Colvard Farm Road Jefferson, NC 28640 vember 21. 2007 at 12:00 P.M. at the door of the Ashe County Courthouse, Jefferson, North Carolina, the real property in Ashe Coun­ ty, North Carolina (in­ cluding any improve­ ments thereon) as de­ scribed in the attached Exhibit A hereto. The sale will be made subject to all prior liens, unpaid taxes, restric­ tions and easements of record and assess­ ments, if any. The record owner of the above-described real property as reflect­ ed on the records of the County Register of Deeds not more than ten (10). days prior to the posting of this No­ tice is: Chief's Fire and Res­ cue, Inc. Richard K. Ashley Phyllis R. Ashley The above described EIGHTH TRACT was acquired in Book 156, page 1907, Ashe County Registry, said document incorporated by reference as though fully set out herein and has a physical address of 780 West Main Street, Jefferson, NC 28640. STATE of NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY of ASHE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Substitute Trustee 600-A Drive Centrepark Asheville, North Caroli­ na 28805 (828) 252-8010 Publish: November 6, 2007 November 13, 2007 EXHIBIT A EIGHTH TRACT: This is the 19th day of October, 2007. BEGINNING on an iron Alice Worrell Thomp­ stake in the western son, Executrix line of Lawfield Acres Subdivision, said iron being the northeast corner of the Rick Ash­ ley property and being the eastern most cor­ ner of the Grubb prop­ erty; thence with the Lawfield Acres Subdivi­ sion line N 19-18 W 241.54 feet to an iron stake: N 35-56 W 56.63 feet to a post; N 31-11 W 471.21 feet to an iron stake; S 38-21 W 338.27. 1eet to a post, corner of Hickory Hill Subdivision; thence with said line S 38.04 W 594.70 feet to a post; thence with the Baxter Grubb line S 1829 E 272.39 feet to an iron stake; S 45-29 W 43.51 feet to an iron stake; thence with a di­ vision line S 31-22 E 20.16 feet to a 12" lo­ cust; S 31-22 E 398.43 feet to an iron stake; S 31-22 E 15.53 feet to Eye strain from the centerline of a 30.00 feet right-of-way; computer use thence with the centeris the number one line of said right-of-way complaint of office N 43-32 E 184.86 feet workers. Talk to.your to an iron stake; N 4736 E 189.44 feet to an eyecare professional iron stake; S 37.01 E about computer eye­ 50.21 feet to an iron wear to help prevent stake; thence leaving eye strain. road and with line of tract 5 N 63-00 E Thf; Vinion Council o! America 149.30 feet to an iron rsconimortdn regular »yc exams stake in the Rick Ash­ (or you ami your family to ensure healthy visiou. ley line (formerly Dr. Freeman); thence with said line N 24-18 W 231.17 feet to an iron stake at post; N 55-44 E 383.10 feet to the point of BEGINNING • Chock Yearly containing 15.445 • See Clearly - • acres inclusive of the right-of-way of the www.checkyearly.com 30.00 feet roadway. | @1 $ $ Wilkes Community College Maintenance Technician For more Information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu WANT TO BUY LOGS, STANDING TIMBER OR TIMBERLAND are being accepted for the following areas: Snowmaking Reservations Nursery Office Security Ski Shop Equipment Rentals Restaurant Ice Skating Lift Operations Gift Shop Terrain Park Ticket Cashiers Apply in person at the Main Office on the lower level of the lodge 9am-4pm, Monday-Friday MOUNTAIN CITY LUMBER COMPANY 423-727-5113 �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2007 PAGE 9 COMMUNITY NEWS Regional economy sluggish, ASU says BOONE—A slight im­ provement in Western North Carolina's employment num­ bers weren't enough to bol­ ster the region's sluggish economy. Economic activity in the region, as measured by the Western North Caro­ lina Economic Index, fell 0.2 percent in September. The index, which tracks economic activity in 25 west­ ern North Carolina counties, has not shown growth for the past two months. The previ­ ous month's revised index showed no change in eco­ nomic activity. The WNC economy grew at an annual rate of 2.4 per­ cent in the third quarter, and is trailing the national eco­ nomic growth rate of 3.9 per­ cent during the same period. Employment numbers re­ bounded but also indicate the region is losing ground. "Employment showed pos­ itive gains after the losses in August, but the gains were small," said Todd Cherry, coauthor of the index. Cher­ ry is the Harlan E. Boyles Professor in Appalachian's Walker College of Business and a Faculty Fellow at the Institute of Emerging Issues at N.C. University. "Job growth was more than five times greater across the state than in the region," Cherry said. "That is reason for concern, and rea­ son to put more focus on the rural-urban economic divide that disproportionately af­ fects our region." Five of the 25 WNC coun­ ties experienced a net loss of jobs in September. Watauga, Swain and Jackson counties experienced the largest loss­ es (0.24, 0.16, and 0.08 per­ cent, respectively). Transyl­ vania, Graham and Mitchell counties had the largest net gains in employment (1.61, 0.91, and 0.74 percent). The seasonally adjusted rate of unemployment for the region increased 0.1 percent­ age points to 4.8 in Septem­ ber. The state and national rates also increased 0.1 points, with the state rate at 4.9 percent and the national rate at 4.7 percent. The seasonally adjusted unemployment rate within the region's rural counties increased 0.1 percentage points to 5.0 percent. For the region's metro areas, the unemployment rate fell 0.1 points to 5.7 percent in Hick­ Northwest ^ Lawn Care, Inc. 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FREE ESTIMATES 28 Years Experience Owner: Charles Roop Lansing, NC $oone Grading Co., lnc. V ASHE COUNTY ROOFINC All Types of Roofing Painting Metal Roofs, Shingles & Install Metal Roofs fifth week following each month. It uses seasonally adjusted data to better cap­ ture and illustrate underly­ ing economic conditions, and may differ from unadjusted data from other sources. The WNC Index and Re­ port is compiled and writ­ ten by Cherry and John W. Dawson of the Department of Economics and Richard Crepeau of the Department of Geography and Planning. The WNC Index and Re­ port is a cooperative effort by AdvantageWest-North Carolina and Appalachian's Walker College of Business and Appalachian Regional Development Institute. For more information, visit http://www.business. appstate.edu/economics/Center/wncindex.htm. BOB'S TREE SERVICE Serving the High Country "Fully Insured" / «r ROOTING ROOP'S ROOFING counties have had the largest increases during the past 12 months (2.62, 1.06 and 1.04 pts). Watauga and Buncombe counties had the lowest un­ employment rates (3.67 and 3.74 percent), while Graham and Mitchell had the highest (9.00 and 7.01 percent). Seasonally adjusted ini­ tial claims for unemployment insurance in the region, a leading indicator of unem­ ployment, fell 6.9 percent in September. Initial claims fell in both metro areas; down 12.4 percent in Asheville and 11.3 percent in Hickory-Mor­ gan ton-Lenoir. The WNC Index and Re­ port provides a monthly ac­ count of economic conditions for western North Carolina and is typically released the mm. C3f LAWN CART. CALHOUN ory-Morganton-Lenoir, and increased 0.2 points to 3.9 percent in Asheville. County-level seasonally adjusted unemployment rates increased in 18 of the 25 WNC counties during Sep­ tember. Seventeen counties had higher unemployment rates than 12 months ago. The largest monthly de­ clines in seasonally adjusted unemployment rates were in Caldwell, Swain and Ruth­ erford counties (0.95, 0.16 and 0.13 pts). The biggest increases were in Catawba, Polk and Jackson counties (0.46, 0.35 and 0.34 pts). Caldwell, Rutherford and Ashe counties have seen the largest declines in unem­ ployment during the past year (1.37,1.15 and 1.12 pts). Graham, Swain and Mitchell • l icensed in North Carolina & VA Install roofing of all kinds Hoof Painting • Insured be AI.I. 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No job too big or too small! 336-982-5145 fircflycanoc@yahoo.com It's Finally Here! A Private Trash Service -J We are now accepting new Garbage Service includes: Weekly or Biweekly Pickup Residential, Light Commercial and Small Business Accepted Contact us at: 828-394-4944,828-292-3211 or 336-977-0500 Toll Free: 877-217-9866 • Sam - 6pm �PAGE 10 TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Long announces partnership for Medicare education RALEIGH—Insurance Commissioner Jim Long on Thursday kicked off a new campaign to educate Medi­ care beneficiaries on their health plan choices. Joined by representatives of the new Partnership for Medi­ care Education in North Carolina at the Zebulon Baptist Church, he unveiled the group's tagline: Stop. Question. Call. The Partnership for Medi­ care Education in North Car­ olina is a new, cooperative effort of the North Carolina Department of Insurance's Seniors' Health Insurance Information Program (SHI- IP), AARP, the N.C. Hospital Association, the N.C. Medi­ cal Society, the N.C. Depart­ ment of Health and Human Services and the N.C. Health Care Facilities Association. The Partnership represents a first-time collaboration of these organizations to address a vital statewide health care issue. Specifically, the Partner­ ship will work through a variety of means to urge seniors and those assist­ ing with Medicare selection to check with the Seniors Health Insurance Informa­ tion Program of the N.C. De­ partment of Insurance be­ and that will be accepted by health care providers in the patient's area. The campaign will include paid advertising and widespread distribu­ tion of posters to health care providers with the message: "Stop...before you make any changes to your Medicare plan. Question...whether the changes are right for you. Call...the Seniors' Health Insurance Information Pro­ gram for free advice." Medicare Advantage Private-Fee-For-Service (or PFFS) plans are an alter­ native to traditional Medi­ care. These plans are of­ fered by private insurance Seniors' Health Insurance Information Program fore making changes in their Medicare plans. SHIIP staff is trained to assist Medicare beneficiaries in choosing plans that are appropriate for each individual situation companies under contract with Medicare and are be­ ing heavily marketed to se­ niors across North Carolina. The member organizations of the Partnership believe education about these plans is vital and are urging po­ tential clients of Medicare PFFS plans to check with SHIIP at 1-800-443-9354 to determine whether a par­ ticular plan is appropriate for the individual Medicare beneficiary. Some plans can be a valuable option for se­ niors, but individual circum­ stances vary, and Medicare Advantage may not be right for everyone. Be safe in the woods this season—wear blaze orange RALEIGH, N.C. (Nov. 8) - In North Carolina, hunters are required to wear a cap or hat of blaze orange color, or wear an outer garment such as a shirt or game vest in blaze orange that is visible from all sides, when hunting bear, deer, wild boar, rabbit, squirrel, grouse, pheasant or quail with a firearm. "It's a good idea for anyone in the woods this time of year," said Capt. Chris Huebner, hunting safety coordinator for the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission. "Wearing blaze orange is a wise precaution Mountain Aire for the outdoors through Feb­ ruary. It alerts hunters to your presence and, in case of an injury, makes it easier for rescuers to find you." Blaze orange, also known as hunter orange, safety orange, fluorescent orange or 10-mile cloth, is readily available in a Huebner said. "Unlike your fellow hunters, everyone is not required to wear blaze or­ ange. You have to be sure be­ fore you shoot." Successful completion of Hunter Education, offered free by the N.C. Wildlife Re­ sources Commission through­ variety of clothing, caps and hats, through sporting goods and hunting supply stores, as well as general retailers. "It is essential for a hunt­ er to be absolutely certain of their intended target, know­ ing what is behind the target and its surroundings," Capt. out the state, is required for all first-time hunting license buyers. Advanced courses are also available. For course schedules, game regulations and additional hunting safety information, visit www.ncwildlife.org or call (919) 7070031. Enter the Mt. Aire Seafood / Jefferson Post 7/ Football (Contest seafood & steaks Each weekly winner will be entered into a drawing to be held at Mountain Aire Seafood for a $50.00 Gift Certificate at the end of the Football Contest in December. Please see our Friday editions for the winner information for the weekly Football Contest. Thanks to everyone for playing the Mountain Aire Seafood / Jefferson Post Football Contest! 7. 13. I 2007 football Contest Rules 1.The games listed by number in each advertisement correspond to the lines in the entry blank. Some advertisements may contain I more than one game. Simply write on the correct lines In the entry blank which team you think will win. l 2. At the bottom of the entry blank is the Tiebreaker. In the space indicated guess the total combined number of points that will be I scored by both teams in that game. 3. A $20 Gift Certificate from Mountain Aire Seafood will be I awarded to the entrant predicting the most winners. In the event I of ties the Tiebreaker will be employed to decide the winning entrant. In the event the Tiebreaker does not break the tie the I prize will be divided equally. 4. In the event games are postponed they will only count in that week's contest if they are played within that week's contest period. The contest period covers games from Friday through the following Thursday. 5. Entries may be mailed to: Jefferson Post at P.O. Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694 or brought to the office at 203 S. Second Ave., West Jefferson. All mail entries must be postmarked by the post office no later than the Friday preceding the start of the contest period and be received no later than Monday's mail. All entries hand delivered must be at the office of Jefferson Post no later than 5 p.m. on the Friday starting the contest week. 6. Limit of one entry per person, per envelope, per contest date. All entries must be on entry forms clipped from Jefferson Post. No photographically reproduced or hand drawn entries will be accepted. 7. All entries become the property of Jefferson Post. The decision of the judges is final. 8. Winners will be announced as soon after the date of the contest period as judging allows. 9. Employees of Jefferson Post and their families are ineligible. I 14. 8. V"$p.» .. -W$i, 9. 10. 16. 11. 17. 12. 18. 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If your church, Sunday School Class, organization or you as an individual would like to sponsor a child, call 246-5631 and you will receive all the information needed to begin this process. Also 900 new books for Children are needed to give with the Christmas Gifts. New Books can be dropped off at Ashe County Library, McDonalds, Partnership for Children and the Ashe Baptist Association Office before December 7th. If you want to help wrap gifts at Family Central in Decem­ ber 3-7 call Dawn Goodman at 246-2461. If you want to help on distribution day let is know. We need your help. Without you we cannot com­ plete this project. Thank you Ashe County for caring about children. Monday November 12 11 a.m.: Veterans' Day cer­ emony in Jefferson at the Vet­ erans' Memorial on the campus of Ashe County Courthouse. Service is led by the Ashe County High School JROTC in conjunction with local veterans organizations. Christmas gifts for children plus oodles of unique items. Proceeds will help support the hospital. Thursday November 15 All day: Great American Smokeout. Are you ready to Quit? Call the Quitline at 1-800 Quit-NOW- 1-800-784-8669. 9 a.m.-6 p.m.: Annual Christ­ mas Bazaar at Ashe Services for Aging Senior Center. Wide variety of handmade and com­ mercially made items ideal for holiday gift-giving such as jewelry, .holiday decorations, collectibles, quilted items, toys and much more along with lots of tasty homemade cakes, cookies, pies, bread and treats. Proceeds benefit the senior center operation. Located at 180 ChattyRob Lane near the intersection of Ray Taylor Road and Buck Mountain Road in West Jefferson. Continues on Friday. For information, call 246-4347. Friday November 16 9 a.m.-6 p.m.: Annual Christ­ mas Bazaar at Ashe Servic­ es for Aging Senior Center. day party and dinner. Members are reminded to get checks for the event to Don Johnson, treasurer, by the end of Octo­ ber. The club meets the second Monday of each month at 6 p.m. For more information about the club or the dinner, call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299. Wide variety of handmade and commercially made items ideal for holiday gift-giving such as jewelry, holiday decorations, collectibles, quilted items, toys and much more along with lots of tasty homemade cakes, cookies, pies, bread and treats. Proceeds benefit the senior center operation. Located at 180 ChattyRob Lane near the intersection of Ray Taylor Road and Buck Mountain Road in West Jefferson. For informa­ tion, call 246-4347. Tuesday November 13 4-8 p.m.: Fish Fry to benefit Ashe Outreach Ministries and Mobile Meals. $8 Donation for Christmas gifts for children plus oodles of unique items. Proceeds will help support the hospital. large portion of fish, fries, hushpuppies, slaw, desert and drink. TAKE OUT AVAILABLE. There will be live bluegrass music. Takes place at 9382 Highway 88 West, Clifton. Call 385 -1314 for more info. 6 p.m.: Ashe County Garden Club will have their annual holi­ 10 a,m,-4 p,m.: Books are Fun Sale at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Great educational 5:30-7:30 p.m.: Informational meeting with the West Jeffer­ son Planning Board to hear Saturday November 17 Brandon Anderson and the congregation invite everyone to attend. The Ashe County Humane Society will be holding their annual Photos with Santa Ongoing Events Phipps Farm Friday Night Jam. Every Friday (rain, sleet, or snow): 7-10 p.m. Admission event from 10 am to 3 pm on November 3rd and 17th. Come have your pet's picture taken by Cathy Allinder at the Humane Society Resource Center. Chil­ dren may have their photos tak­ en but must be accompanied by a pet. The donation amount is $10 and all proceeds ben­ efit the Ashe County Humane Society. Please call 336-9824297 for more information. Free. Venue is Old Time and Bluegrass Mountain Music. All music levels welcome, dancers too. Location: 2425 Silas Creek Rd., Lansing, NC. 28643. Info: Rita or Dawg Wood 336-3842382. How do Huskies' Fans celebrate after each Huskies' victory? They come to the Fifth Quarter. What is the 'Fifth 4-8 p.m.: Fundraiser for can­ cer victim Eric Weaver at New Quarter'? It is a safe alternative and safe activity for high school and middle school students and their parents/friends. The 'Fifth Quarter' is held after each Ashe County High School home football game. The location of the 'Fifth Quarter' is the Youth Center at Warrensville Baptist Church and the Fellowship Hall of Warrensville United Methodist Church. Activities for the youth include games, music, devotional time and fellowship. This event is sponsored by the Warrensville Baptist, Warrensville United Methodist, Smethport United Methodist, Clifton United Methodist, and Phoenix Baptist Churches. For more information, please call 384-3391. River Fire Department (on Hwy 16). Pinto bean supper, bake sale and singing. Need all kinds of desserts, corn bread and ac­ companiments for beans. Need volunteers to work. Please do­ nate baked goods, time and money. Call Jack Young (8774386) or Ernie Mitchell (8779274). 5 p.m.: Thanksgiving Turkey Dinner Fundraiser by Mt. Paddy Church Evangelical Christian Ladies. Call in orders welcome. Menu of turkey and dressing, rolls, cranberry sauce, candied yams, green beans, pumpkin pie, coffee or tea; $7 adults, $4 children under 10. 7 p.m.: Simon Says Back by Popular Demand, presented by "His Kids" and "Adoration" of Ashe Schools for Home Educa­ tion with new songs and multi­ media presentation at the Ashe Civic Center in West Jefferson. Another performance on Sun­ day, Nov. 18 at 3 p.m. Admis­ sion is free. Maintain and improve your German Conversation skills over a cup of coffee at Anne's Place in the heart of downtown Lansing every Wednesday from 2-4. Anne's Place is located at the traffic light across from Main Street Discount. Sunday November 18 Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care 11 a.m.: Hanging of Green Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment at Peak Creek Presbyterian Church in Laurel Springs. Rev. doctors' Discover)] lelps Diabetics PHILADELPHIA — A team o ioctors have found that a new formu ation of exotic sounding herbs am >pices may give new hope to diabetic Cinnatrol™ promotes healthy blooi ;ugar levels by effectively metaboliz ng glucose into energy. In one re searcn study, all patients taking jus me capful of the liquid (one ounce laily, dramatically lowered their blooc iugar levels compared to a placebc jroup. Another scientific study fount hat one of the ingredients in Cinnatro nade insulin 20 times more capable ;onverting blood sugar to energy. While individual results vary, out patient in the first study lowered hi; ilootl sugar from 220-245 to the 100 130 range in only 28 days, despitt icing instructed not to change his di ;tary habits or physical activity Cinnatrol begins to affect blood suga cvels in the average individual withii 3 to 4 weeks and continues thereafter Some patients, under their doctor; :are, have been able to reduce or elimi nate their need for diabetic drugs. Sci ;ntists say that Cinnatrol helps dia >etic drugs to work more efficiently Cinnatrol is available without a pre icription at pharmacies and nutritior itoresorcall 1-800-339-3301. Now available at: PEOPLE'S DRUG STORE 423 F,. 2nd St. 246-9990 Wednesday November 14 7 a.m.-2 p.m.: Books are Fun Sale at Ashe Memorial Hospital. Great educational Anyone interested in receiv­ ing free medical care from the Ashe County Free Medical Clinic must come to eligibility screening. To be eligible you must live or work in Ashe Coun­ ty, be between the ages of 19 - 64, have NO form of medical insurance, and provide proof of income that meets the clinic's policy. Call 846-4649 for an ap­ pointment, or come to the clinic (at the red light in Jefferson) on Tuesdays from 4:00 - 6:00. WIC (Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children): If you are a pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum woman, infant, or child less than five years of age, and meet certain eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the WIC Program. WIC is a special supplemental food program that provides individually prescribed packages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program or know someone who does; contact 246-2013. The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold November services at Holy Trinity in Glendale Springs.Holy Communion is celebrated at 10 a.m. Coffee hour immediately follows the service. For information, call the church office at 982-3076. Country Roads Pharmacy: Ashe Mobile County Prescriptions can now be filled in Boone at the Hunger & Health Coalition (the old Health Dept. building off Bamboo Rd.). Medication pick-up days are Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10 am - 2 pm. Clients my call in prescription refills at 828-2621628.Your physician can fax new prescriptions to fax # 828-262-0154. Disabled American Veterans will have BINGO on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the Month at Family Central on the Ashe Central High School Rd. In Jefferson at 7 p.m.. There will be food available at the Morning Star Cafe'. For more informa­ tion call 336-982-3743. Anonymous Alcoholics Group meets on Mondays and Thursdays at Jefferson United Methodist Church at 7:30 p.m. - Closed Discussion The Ashe County Garden Club met b meets the second Mon­ day of elkch month at 6 p.m. If elk you have an interest in garden­ ing and would enjoy discussing plants, visiting private gardens or touring public gardens, call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299 for more information. and Saturday at noon - Closed "Big Book Study" - All meet­ ings are non-smoking. Narcotics Anonymous group m Wednesdays and Saturdays at 7: 30 p.m. at Eligibility for Free Medical Clinic. Tuesdays. 4:00 - 6:00. Jefferson Church. United Methodist PUBLIC NOTICE latients. They say that the formula, called input on development of a land use plan for the town. Anyone interested is invited to come to the downstairs meeting room at Ashe County Public Library. The meeting is primarily a drop-in event where citizens can help determine the goals of the land use plan, exam­ ine information on their own, and ask questions of planning board members and planners. A short presentation is sched­ uled at 5:30 p.m., but all infor­ mation will be available for pub­ lic examination throughout the evening. For more information, call West Jefferson Town Hall at 246-3551. of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday - Friday without appointments. Primary Care: Monday - Friday Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary Let it be known during a due diligence environmental testing of the Old Beaver Creek High School Property it was discovered the Ashe County Poor Farm Cemetery was located on the land, which is now known as the Beaver Creek Industrial Park. Plans are underway to relocate the Cemetery to a spot m the lower sect\oi\ of the property. Under General Statute 65-13 this notice is asking the nextrof-kin, or anyone who knows any of the persons buried in the cemetery or can provide additional information on the individuals buried there, please contact the Ashe County Planning Department Director, Zack Edwardson - 336-219-2501 or Jim Reeves, Vannoy and Reeves Attorney At Law - 336-246-7172. Persons believed to be buried there are as follows: Lawrence Brown, Murray Eastridge, Bennie Griffin, Cleve Hurley, Ace Miller, Millie Perry, Suzy Pope, Celia Mitchell Pugh, Sara Pugh, William Richardson, Sherf Riley, Martha Pennington Shaw, Jesse Willard and two persons with only surnames Francis and Plummer. All persons listed were buried between 1914 and 1950. TOYOTA OF BOONE DEALS ARE tOYOTA-RIFIC m m mm DEAL New 2008 New 2007 Toyota Tm/nia camru Automatic Transmission, Power Windows, Power Locks, Cruise Control, MPG 21/31 Tundra CrewMax Limited ^ Leatner, Heated seats, AM waaio, Aiioy, Running Boards, Cruise, PW, PL, 5.7 Litre 381 Horsepower ^ / •jW-: >"m"n$7,000 iTDIscount'Off liMSRPlNow! 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Acorn Gallery Active Realty AF Bank Ana Maria's Gift Shop The Angel's Touch Appalachian Mountain Mort­ gage Ashe Chiropractic Ashe County Arts Center Ashe County Cheese Ashe Custom Framing Ashe High Country Realty Ashe Massage Center Ashe Mountain Properties Bark, Roots & Shoots Bohemia Browse About Books The Cabin Store Cardinal Lanes Century21 Heritage Realty The Coffee House Creative Printers Cutter's Edge Downward Dog Yoga Elite Audio Video Everything I Love Frasers Restaurant & Sports Bar Friendly Shoe Store Geno's Restaurant Hobby Barn Jefferson Post Jim Barna Eastern USA, Inc. Libby's Miller Insurance Agency Mountain Outfitters Mountain Select Properties Mountain Times New River Trading Co. Parker Tie Co. Regency Properties Sally Mae's Emporium Secondhand News Shatley Springs Jewelry Skyline Membership Style Depot, Inc. Tis The Season UPS Store Western Jefferson White Hart Woods WKSK 580-AM Yadkin Valley Bank Annual membership to join the West Jefferson Business Association is $100. For more information or to join the as­ sociation, email wjdowntown@ gmail.com or call Kim Hadley at 846-7469. Quick loan approval on... Post photo by Teresa Laws One of the newest businesses in Millers Creek is The Homepiace. The store features antiques, collectibles, gifts, home decor, gourmet coffees and teas, candles, jewelry and more. The business is owned and operated by two sisters, Judy Hamby (left) and Jill Woodie, and is located at 3570 Hwy 16 North, between Millers Creek United Methodist Church and Millers Creek Elementary School. The store is located in the former Lin and Mary Lee Bumgarner home, and the new owners have made some major renovations (below is a picture of part of the store's interior). Hours are Tuesday through Friday, 10 to 6, and Saturday, 10-4. • • • • • Lisa Adams, Loan Processor, home auto construction business personal Carfa Brannan, Manager and Loan Officer West Jefferson Q8B S. Jefferson Ave. (336) 846-1044 rr c Highlands Union Bank CT~ "faces you know ... People you O) 3 n o 3 Easley meets Asia execs RALEIGH (Nov. 6, 2007) - Gov. Mike Easley met today with top executives of the Thailand-based Charoen Pokphand Group (The CP Group), to discuss business opportunities in North Carolina. The CP Group is one of Asia's leading busi­ ness conglomerates. The $16-billion company specializes in the agro-industry. The company officials are visiting North Carolina to explore potential business opportunities. Estate Auction Saturday, November 17th @ 10 a.m. Rain or Shine Antiques~Furniture~ Glassware- Toa Is-Collectihles Estate of Gene and Betty Lane (Deceased) 209 Frank Witherspoon Rd Jefferson, NC 28640 Ashe County, NC Direction: In East Jefferson at James R. Vannoy Construction take Hwy 221N & 16 N toward Virginia approx.. 3/10 mile. TR onto Friendship Baptist Church Rd. and go approx. 2/10 mile and TL onto the Frank Wither­ spoon Rd. and goto 209 Frank Witherspoon Rd.... Signs posted... PARKING Pick the winner of the rgce & win $20! Be sure to watch the Ford 400 on Sunday, November 18th and play the NASCAR contest with the Jefferson Post. Please check our Friday, November 23 edition for the winner information on this race. 11: MusMftfcl years oMtflldrtefe | Race This will be an all day sale... Mr. & Mrs. Lane used to be in the antique business and a lot of the smalls (hey have had packed up for several years... This will be a SALE that you will not want to miss. Terms: Cash or Good Check. 5% Buyers Premium. Food will be Available Visit www.auctionzip.com for pictures. Auctioneer ID # 6081 Auction Conducted by Russell M. Killen, Auctioneer RO. Box 1844 West Jefferson, NC 28694 Ph 336-846-4621 home after 8pm or 336-977-2045 Cell (Best) Email: mtnauction@yahoo.com or rkillen@skybest.com Everything sold as is where is without any warranty of any kind. Announcements day of sale take precedence over any and all printed material ford 400 Homestead-Miami Speedway 11-18-07 Race Winner. WILL BE ROADSIDE... DO NOT BLOCK HIGHWAYOR DRIVEWAYS. Partial Listing; 3 Piece Maple BR Suit ~ 3 Piece Blond BR Suit - De­ pression Era Bed - Large Dresser w/Mirror - Modern Gentleman's Chest - Refrigerator w/ Freezer on Bottom - Electric Range ~ Washer & Dryer - Johnson Wood Heater w/2 Blowers ~ 3 Window A/C Units ~ Handmade Chest of Drawers Hand Dovetailed - Sm. Bench Approx 8' Long ~ Sm. Smoke Stand w/drawer ~ Modern Oak Dining Table w/6 Chairs - Like new Lazeboy Reclincr ~ Sofa and Chair ~Coffee Table w/ End Tables - 3 Older Bookshelves ~ Childs Round Top Trunk - Several Sm. Tables ~ Corner Shelf ~ 3 Old Clocks - Old Rocker-Windsor Style Chair ~ Old Tack Quilts ~ Catawba Valley Jug - Sm. Catawba Valley Crock ~ Several pieces of Costume Jewelry - Old Powder Horn - Old Mustache Cups - Weller Pottery Pieces — Dresden Bowl - Cast Iron Door Stop -Several Old Oil Lamps ~ Misc. Old Dishes - Old Water Pitchers ~ Autographed Picture of Roy Clark - Pie Crust Top Table Old Photo Album - Old Ceramic Pipe - Misc.. Pistol Holsters - Oak Twin Bed ~ Several Glass Birds - Daisy Model 914 (Linger BB riHc Winchester Model 67 Rifle (Sawed Off) - Upright Freezer - Garden Cart - Wheel Barrow ~ Ladders - 200 Gal Oil Barrel (unused) - 4000 Watt Generator still in Box - 2 Wall Display Shelves w/glass doors — Zinc Lids - Blue Willow S & P - Lots of Misc.. Glassware - Weedeaters ~ Pictures - Old Chamber Pot - Pitcher & Bowl ~ Neat Old Primitive Medicine Cabinet - 6 Gal. Crock - Sm. Binoculars - Pearl Harbor Tag Topper - Fire King - Misc.. Masonic Items - Elgin 15 Jewel Pocket Watch ~ Antique Collector Books - Stack Tool Box - Reproduction John Deere Signs - Several Hen on Nest ~ Plus Lots More Pit: Stop for Prizes Contest: Rules Your Name _ I Your Address. State I City I I I I Phone # TIE BREAKER: (PLEASE GUESS THE NUMBER OF CAUTIONS DURING THIS RACE) Mail this form to: Jefferson Post, PO Box 808, West Jefferson, NC 28694, or bring by our office at 203 S. Second Ave. in West Jefferson WEST JEFFERSON CHEVROLET AN AMERICAN REVOLUTION Post, we are unable to continue to offer Bonus Points for the Nascar Contest. We will continue to award a weekly prize of $20 to the winner of the Nascar Contest. No Purchase Necessary to Win Parker Tie Company Inc. Building Supply and Hardware 19 South 3rd Avenue www.parkertie.doitbest.com King of the Mountain Jeep • Dodge New 2007 2000 West US Ram 1500 Reg Cab Hwy 421 SXT4X2 wilkesboro, NC $13,888 Due to the change in ownership of the Jefferson West Jefferson, NC 28694 West Jefferson, NC • 336-846-4636 • www.wjchevy.net Chrysler 2. Only one (1) entry per person per race. Duplicate entries will void all entries for that person, tor that race. You may enter as many separate races as you like throughout the contest. 3. Entry form is published with the contest each race. In order to be eligible you must use the official entry form for that race from the JEFFERSON POST or its facsimile. 4. How to Win -- Write down the name of the driver you think will win that week's race on the entry form. If you answer correctly, you win $20. In the event of a tie, the person guessing closest to the number of cautions during the race will win $20. 5. All entries must be received in the office of the JEFFERSON POST no later than 5:00pm the Friday before the race that is entered. 866-380-2458 (336) 246-2611 ZMPIaceto Win! |CCS, Inc. ©YAMAHA of Jefferson Jefferson, NC * 846- �JEFFERSON POST TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2007 PAGE 13 COMMUNITY NEWS Dallas Brass at ACHS Incorporating humor with intricate playing and a touch of history, the internationally ac­ claimed Dallas Brass will per­ form some of America's greatest hits from the past 230 years at the Ashe County High School on Thursday, November 15 at 7:30 pm. American Musical Journey is an anthology of music that lifts the American spirit and con­ nects audiences with our own musical heritage. It is a show­ case of the gifts American com­ posers have given to our nation and a delightful and an elegant display of the musical talents of this outstanding ensemble. In­ cluding the music of Aaron Co­ pland, George Gershwin, Henry Mancini, Leonard Bernstein, and more; American Musical Journey is infused with wit, hu­ mor and intricate playing. The Dallas Brass has per­ formed at Carnegie Hall, the John F. Kennedy Center in Washington, DC, and has toured overseas to Europe and the Far East. They have shared the stage with the late Bob Hope, have performed for Presidents Gerald Ford and George H. W. Bush, have appeared on the CBS "Early Show", and their music has been used numerous times on the television show, "The Young & The Restless". Dallas Brass includes an un­ precedented educational com­ ponent with each performance to educate and inspire local student musicians. The music students of Ashe County High School will spend the afternoon with the Dallas Brass musicians in rehearsals and clinics, then take the stage to perform with the Dallas Brass during the eve­ ning performance. American Musical Journey is fun, lively, and entertaining - per­ fect for the entire family. Tickets are $8 adults and $5students can be purchased at Ashe Arts Cen­ ter or by calling 336-846-ARTS. This program is supported by an Arts and Audiences Grant from the North Carolina Arts Council, an agency of the Department of Cultural Resources, and the Na­ tional Endowment of the Arts, which believes a great nation deserves great art, with corpo­ rate sponsorship by Skyline and Skybest Communications and is sponsored by the Ashe County Arts Council. Adopt a new best friend! Ashe County Humane Society Pets for Adoption m m ••m This mini-horse that is around 2/1/2 years old gelding was impounded by Animal Control .We will be accepting sealed bids untill 11-15-2007. Please Ace is a 1 year old male Ameri­ send your bids to Animal Control/ 767 can Bulldog / Boxer mix that is Fred Pugh Rd. I Crumpler, NC 28617 very sweet. Also potiential bidders may call us at 982-4060 to set up appointments to view the horse. Male Bassett Hound that is around 1 year old. Destiny is a beautiful 6 wk old part persian. Her Buffy and Skittyboot are two spoiled foster "kids" who love coat color is very unusual - sniokey black with grey to be cuddled and would make wonderful companions . They undertones. She was res­ love iheir favorite toy, "feath­ cued by a good Samari­ ers and lace" and are so easily tan and needs a second pleased. Spaying paid for by the chance. humane society. My name is Tinker and my "rescuer" took me desparate situation from a with all my kittens and has shown me that life can be heavenly. 1 re­ ally love her but she has lots of other pets to care for so 1 am looking for a permanent home as good as this one. Want you help me find it?! 336-982-4297 Male Jack Russle mix Female Daschund that is that is around 4 months around 1 year old. She will only cost $10.00 to old. adopt. Female Toy Poodle that was found in Hickory, NC straying around a gas stop at night. It will be available for adoption on 11-05-2007 Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located directly in front of the Armoty on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box 1776 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@sltybest.com Male Yellow Lab that is around 1 year old. We was picked up on 10-30-2007 in the Creston area. He will be available for adoption on 11-07-2007. To contact Ashe Animal Control, call (336) 982-4060, or visit them at 767 Fred Pugh Road, Crumpler. Their normal business hours are from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday. f.®' PI si -tf 'v; s.-r>s* % In' <zsrl€ Staffs f o etawn AYCemorial Qkapel and hardens and unerat Badcjer Morne invite uou to m e J i ns f ua t o a Commemorative ACoficlaif Service of conspiration and Remembrance on ^Decemier 9, 2007 at 2:00 in the afternoon at: Badaer ' ' T/ .i ' Juriera I ACome 9 Sverijone djJeic come ASHELAWNMEMORIAL Reception to follow CHAPEL, GARDENS & MAUSOLEUM I n A ' F U BADGER N E R A L H O M ,J,: / �ASHE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL A new tool in the fight against Breast Cancer Our Imaging Department has a new tool in the fight against Breast Cancer. We recently installed a Computer-Aided Detection (CAD), iCAD's Second Look system helps us provide better breast cancer screening at Ashe Memorial Hospital Imaging Department. THi • ^ *ography Procsdurs # What; is Computer'Aided Detection? A Second Look without a second procedure A mammogram is a type of X-ray of the Computer-aided detection, as the name implies, Second Look gives you the benefits of a second breast. While standing in front of the uses a computer to analyze mammograms. The opinion without any additional procedures or mammography machine, your breast computer does not replace the radiologist who doctor's appoint- will be placed between two plastic would normally read the mammograms, ments. It is plates. The plates will come together, it merely acts as a "second opinion" for the simply part of the pressing on the breast to make it as physician. It can alert the physician to take a mammography flat as possible. By flattening the closer look at subtle warning signs that might reading process of breast it is easier to find lumps, easily be missed. In fact, the use of your radiologist's especially ones that may be small computer-aided office. cancers. Usually you will have two detection is mammograms of each breast taken, expected to one from the side and one from the reduce the top. The test may be a little uncom­ number of breast fortable, but only takes cancers missed. The Ashe Memorial Hospital A. Mammography a few minutes. A radiologist will review the x-ray and report any significant findings. Simply being a woman and getting older puts you at some risk for breast cancer. Your risk for breast cancer continues to increase over your lifetime. Several factors can further increase your risk for breast cancer. For more information regarding these known risks contact the National Cancer Institute (www.nci.nih.gov) # Why is your doctor using the Second Look* system? Second Look is a computer-aided detection system that was created using an extensive database of normal and cancer cases. Its breakthrough technology provides an extra level of protection that can assist the radiologist in breast cancer detection. Your mammogram is scanned into the Second Look system and is analyzed using sophisticated software, which helps to identify potentially cancerous lesions. or the American Cancer Society mu Department is accredited by the American College of Radiology and the FDA and meets all the Mammography Quality Standards Act Requirements. (www.cancer.org). lAsfie Memorial is a Softer Mammogram Provider We provide a soft foam cushion, called a MammoPad® for each woman's personal use during their screening mammogram. It's our way to provide the tender loving care you deserve. Call our staff at: 336-846-0722 to answer any questions you might have! � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Jefferson Post Type The nature or genre of the resource Newspaper Description An account of the resource The Jefferson Post was a twice-weekly newspaper printed in West Jefferson, North Carolina. Printing news, announcements and obituaries for Ashe County, the newspaper was owned by Civitas Media of Davidson, North Carolina, and had a circulation of 6,500. The Jefferson Post began publishing in 1988. The newspaper was the result of a merger between Ashe County's historic weekly newspaper The Skyland Post and a competing weekly of 10 years, the Jefferson Times. Publication Volume 82 Issue 90 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Spatial Coverage Spatial characteristics of the resource. https://www.geonames.org/4498231/west-jefferson.html Extent The size or duration of the resource. 14 pages Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource <a title="In Copyright" href="http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> In Copyright</a> Rights Holder A person or organization owning or managing rights over the resource. https://www.ashepostandtimes.com/ Temporal Coverage Temporal characteristics of the resource. 2000-2010 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2007-11-13 https://omeka-test.library.appstate.edu/files/original/be6517e4a7afadc9c5f6bb59991ab4c0.pdf 6cded6e7343a9ae719b7ede5f071b7c5 PDF Text Text Friday • Huskies plan on downing Bears page 1B November 16, 2007 • Junior League to start season 500 Phone: 336-846-7164 FAX: 336-846-7165 www.jeffersonpost.com page 1B • NCHSAA 2A-2AA brackets SERVING ASHE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SINCE 1925 Volume 82, Issue 92 page 2B Town talks planning by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor West Jefferson residents got an opportunity Tuesday evening to vote for what they feel is important for their town, not political represen­ tatives but issues of land use planning. Members of the town plan­ ning board and aldermen, as­ sisted by High Country Coun­ cil of Governments, conducted a workshop at the library to present potential objectives of a land use plan to the com- Trew said. The objective of Tuesday's meeting was to es­ tablish goals. Another meet­ ing is expected to take place before the planning board finalizes a land use plan to present to the board of alder­ men. Residents attending the meeting were asked to place green dots beside items of importance listed on posters attached to the wall. Three categories included Natural Resources, Infrastructure and Land Use and Develop- Post photo by Linda Burchette A solemn moment, as members of Ashe County High School's JROTC program place a wreath on the Veterans' Memorial at the courthouse in Jefferson. Post photo by Linda Burchette Residents reviewed a zoning map and other information on land use planning during the meeting. Saluting our county's heroes munity. Residents were asked to prioritize their choices as the planning board seeks to develop a land use plan for the town. Phil Trew and Duncan Cavanaugh with High Country Council of Governments are helping the town prepare a plan based on community in­ put and civic need. A land use plan helps the town spend its tax money wisely and obtain grants and loans for improve­ ments, Trew told the small crowd attending the meet­ ing. Such a plan protects the town's resources. West Jefferson is growing slowly, but typically of towns in western North Carolina, by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor ment (appearance and devel­ opment). Under Natural Resources, topics of interest included protecting water sources and open green spaces, regulating polluting industries and de­ velopment. on slopes in excess of 30 percent. Under Infrastructure, top­ ics of interest included as­ sessing impact fees on new development to help pay for infrastructure, developing town greenways, expanding availability of natural gas service, and developing addi­ tional parking. Under Land Use and De­ velopment, topics were diSee Planning, page 5A A chilly, windy morning greeted the crowd gathered Monday at Ashe County Courthouse to salute veter­ ans. The annual ceremony led by Ashe County High School JROTC cadets and staff was highlighted with an address from LTC (R) John Marsh who cited the brave actions of soldiers in Iraq and Afghani­ stan, continuing the fight for freedom begun over 230 ye. rs ago. "Ordinary men and women have been defending this na­ tion for more than 200 years, performing an extraordinary duty without regard for hard­ ship or sacrifice. That is what makes them the strength of the nation," Marsh said. "By undertaking this duty to sac­ rifice for others they may nev­ er know — or for those with whom they may not agree - our veterans nave taken the idea of a free nation and turned it into the reality of a free nation. America's veter­ ans have answered the call to duty and that is why we hon­ or their service today. That is why we should honor their service every day." When describing the brave and selfless actions of soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan yes­ terday and today, Marsh said, "Today's veterans are the cus­ todians of tradition. They are the continuity between the generations. Many have made it their duty to support those now in uniform. They know what it means to serve. They have been there. They know the misery of marching for hours through cold rain, and they know the joy of touchSee Veterans, page 5A Post photo by Linda Burchette Terry Williams shows his Ashe County High School class a Nazi banner that came off a burning tank during World War II, which his father, Dallas Williams, behind at podium, brought home from the war. Dallas talks to Terry's classes each year about his memories of the war. Local girls appear on TV by Linda Burchette Assistant Editor Post photo by Linda Burchette The giant oak tree that for many years shaded the Ashe County Arts Center came down Wednesday, not in a storm but cut down and removed for safety. Lightning had struck the tree several years ago and it was dead. Fears were that it would fall on surrounding buildings or cause Injury, so the Town of West Jefferson paid Hunter's Tree Service to take It down. They removed the tree In pieces so as not to damage power lines surrounding the site. Most of the wood was chipped, but a furniture maker got some of the bigger pieces so perhaps someday people will see functional artwork created from this former treasure. Contact Us By mail: Jefferson Post P.O. Box 808 W. Jefferson, NC 28694 By phone or fax: Ph. 336-846-7164 Fax 336-846-7165 By e-mail: advertising@jeffersonpost.com circulation@jeffersonpost.com classified@jeffersonpost.com editorial@jeffersonpost.com Commissioners meet Monday Ashe County Board of Commissioners will meet Monday, Nov. 19. A work session will be held at 2 p.m. in the second floor conference room and the regular meeting starts at 3:30 p.m. in the third floor commission meeting room. Items on the agenda include: •3:35 p.m.: Tax Administrator Keith Little with the monthly tax report. •3:50 p.m.: Cooperative Extension Interim Two local girls learned a little about the realities of television recently when they had the opportunity to appear on the Tyra Banks Show. The episode in which they appear airs next Tuesday, Nov. 20. What 21-year-old Lisa Patel of West Jefferson had in mind when she clicked on the show's website was to find tips to look better and feel better about herself. What she discovered 'was some­ thing else entirely, but she came through the experi­ ence definitely feeling better about who she is, and making a friend in the process. "How it all started, well, I was just looking around on the Internet and went to America's Top Model website and decided to visit the Tyra Banks website," Lisa said. "I'd never been on the web- Brittany Shepherd (left) and Lisa Patel will appear on the Tyra Banks Show which airs on Nov. 20. site before. I saw a section for upcoming show opportunities and an option saying some­ thing about an imperfection you had. I wrote only a few sentences telling them about my oily face with acne. Later, when I received a phone call, Director Carolyn Shepherd with a departmen­ tal update. •4:05 p.m.: Walt Petersen and Don Sloan with Habitat for Humanity New Hope Community. •4:20 p.m.: Closed session on economic devel­ opment. Christmas Bazaar today at Senior Center The Annual Christmas Bazaar will be held at Ashe Services for Aging Senior Center in West Jefferson on Friday, Nov. 16 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. I told them I didn't like the hair on my body also. They wanted me to tell them more about myself and my past. I happened to bring up the pag­ eants I have started doing. I think this caught their attenSee Appearance, page 5A Continues from Thursday, Nov. 15 until 6 p.m. Wide variety of handmade and commercially made items ideal for holiday gift-giving such as jewelry, holiday decorations, collectibles, quilted items, toys and much more along with lots of tasty homemade cakes, cookies, pies, bread and treats. Proceeds benefit the senior center opera­ tion. Located at 180 ChattyRob Lane near the intersection of Ray Taylor Road and Buck Mountain Road in West Jefferson. For informa­ tion, call 246-4347. �New Zeiand Lamb Leather Sweaters Sweaters Bonnie & Bid Velour frMEBICANl �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2007 PAGE 3A COMMUNITY NEWS Fred Wagoner earns spot in 4-H Hall of Fame CHEVY CHASE, Md. - Twenty outstanding con­ tributors to the 4-H Youth Development Program were inducted into the National 4-H Hall of Fame during a ceremony at the National 4H Youth Conference Center on October 5, 2007. The lau­ reates were honored for the extraordinary impact they have made on 4-H and the lives of 4-H of members. "This year's National 4-H Hall of Fame laureates have impacted millions of 4-H youth, leading by example with their passion, dedica­ tion and creativity and help­ ing to build strong leaders and citizens," said National Association of Extension 4H Agents (NAE4-HA) Presi­ dent, Clyde Jackson. "We are proud to celebrate their contributions by welcoming these inspirational people into the 4-H Hall of Fame." Candidates were nominat­ ed by the NAE4-HA; Nation­ al 4-H Headquarters at the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA); Na­ tional 4-H Council and state 4-H programs. The National 4-H Hall of Fame was estab­ lished in 2002 by the NAE4HA in partnership with National 4-H Council and Families, 4-H and Nutrition, a division of the Cooperative State Research, Education and Extension Service (CSREES) of the USDA. Fred Wagoner of Laurel Springs was one of twenty laureates honored for his service to 4-H. 4-H member, volunteer, agent, pioneer Camping Specialist, donor, mentor - these exemplify Fred's commitment to NC 4-H. As a 4-H member in Guilford County, Fred was tapped into the NC 4-H Hon­ or Club in 1940. He attended National 4-H Club Congress in Citizenship with a strong record of community service, citizenship, civic responsi­ bility and leadership. Fred became Edgecombe County Fred Wagoner (second from left) is now a member of the 4-H Hall of Fame. 4-H Club Agent in 1949 and quickly moved to the State 4-H Office to attend Nation­ al 4-H Club Congress. His passion was 4-H camp, and he reopened Mitchell 4-H Camp, was Director at Mill­ stone and helped build each camp into something special. He worked closely with the A&T Camping Specialist to open the five NC 4-H camps to all children. Fred was a mentor and role model to countless 4-H campers who grew up aspiring to work at 4-H Camps. He coached them to become role models of the 4-H campers. Fred mentored 4-H members who chose NC State University, encouraging them to par­ ticipate in the collegiate club. During a recent Fred and Dot Wagoner Day at Millstone 4-H Camp, more than 200 alumni returned to share their treasured memo­ ries, and many noted how he had impacted their lives. After retirement, he and his wife, Dot, endowed the 4-H Forestry Cumulative Re­ cord and the 4-H Forestry Trip to National Congress, and more recently the Fred and Dot Wagoner 4-H Camp Renovations and Repairs Endowment. Fred H. Wagoner, 4-H member, volunteer, agent, pioneer 4-H Camping Spe­ cialist, 4-H Donor and 4-H mentor. Each of these roles has led to an exemplary commitment to the NC 4-H Youth Development Pro­ gram. As a pioneer and lead­ er in 4-H camping in North Carolina and as a donor who has clearly demonstrated his passion to give back to the program that has been part of his entire life, Fred H. Wagoner is deserving of induction into the National 4-H Hall of Fame. The National 4-H Hall of Fame is sponsored online by NAE4-HA at www.nae4ha. org/hof. 4-H is a community of more than six and a half million young people across America learning leader­ ship, citizenship and life skills. National 4-H Council is the national, private, sec­ tor, non-profit partner of the 4-H Youth Development Pro­ gram and its parent, the Co­ operative Extension System of the United States Depart­ ment of Agriculture, www. fourhcouncil.edu. For special accommoda­ tions please contact Cooper­ ative Extension at (336) 2192650. In order to provide special accommodations we must be notified at least two weeks prior to the event. Foxx, McMillan nominated for awards RALEIGH—The 13th Bi­ ennial Hall of Fame Awards Banquet will be held on Sat­ urday, November 17th at the Embassy Suites in Cary. The 2007 Hall of Fame Awards Banquet is the premier event of the year for the North Car­ olina Republican Party. The benefits reaped from the pro­ ceeds of the event will help ensure that the entire Repub­ lican ticket has an advantage in next year's elections. This year's event will fea­ ture a gubernatorial straw poll. Those in attendance will have the opportunity to complete a ballot designating their choice for the Repub­ lican nominee for Governor. The straw poll is being spon­ sored by the North Carolina Republican Party and admin­ istered by the North Carolina Federation of Young Republi­ and service. There will also be three statewide awards pre­ sented, including: the Charles Raper Jonas Award, the J.E. Broyhill Award, and the John P. East Memorial Award. The goal of the North Car­ olina Republican Party's Hall of Fame Awards Banquet is twofold: to publicly recog­ nize and honor individuals who have given their "blood, sweat, and tears" for our Party and to serve as a ma­ jor fundraising event for the North Carolina Republican Party leading into the critical 2008 election cycle. Nominees for 2007 Hall of Fame Awards are listed below. North Carolina munity effort of volunteers, Republican Party businesses and the commu­ Hall of Fame nity to help their neighbors 2007 District Nominees who need basic medical care. First District You may pick up your tickets at the Visitors Center ahead Lynda Blount of time and save money! Eddy Browning cans. The North Carolina Re­ publican Party's Hall of Fame was established in 1982 and became a biennial awards event in 1985. Since 1985, in odd-numbered years, the NCGOP recognizes one individ­ ual from each Congressional District who has demonstrat­ ed a commitment to the North Carolina Republican Party through their years of work Chamber News Here's the latest news from the Ashe County Cham­ ber of Commerce: •On Friday, November 16, at 7:30 p.m., the last Com­ munity Dance of 2007 will be held at the Todd Mercan­ tile (to be continued in Feb­ ruary). Admission is $2. The caller is the wholesome and energetic Warren Doyle, call­ ing a nice mix of dances dur­ ing the evening—contras, circles, and squares. The band: Springhouse Band, including Nate Taylor, Doug Sharkey, Emily Schaad, and others. For more info, con­ tact Emilie at the Todd Mer­ cantile, 336-877-5401. •Ashe County Humane Society's next event is Pho­ tos with Santa, to be held November 17 from 10 am to 3 pm. Bring your pets to the Humane Society Resource Center and have their pic­ ture taken by Cathy Allinder. For more information, please call the Resource Center at 336-982-4297. Or visit them on the Web at ashehumanesociety.org. •Saturday, November 17, Mt. Paddy Church will prepare Turkey and Dress­ ing and all the Fixins from 5 p.m. until - for only $7 (adults) and $4 (children under 10) - Call-in orders welcome. Visit them at the church, 822 Hwy 88 West in Jefferson or call 336-8463174, Rev. Tim Roten. • Next High Country Busi­ ness Network event will be at Cheap Joe's Art Stuff in Boone on Nov. 15 from 5:15 p.m. to 7 p.m. Anyone inter­ Cost ahead of time: $20; At the door: $25. Mark your calendars, and if you would like information on how you ested in business, starting a can help with this important business, expanding or diver­ event, please contact ehamsifying a business is invited. mitt@embarqmail.com. Aspiring entrepreneurs are •Now showing at the especially invited to attend. Carolina Theatre in Spruce Registration is free and may Pine: Classic Movies Thun­ be done by emailing ardi@ der Road (1958) and Scrooge ardi.appstate.edu or by call­ (1935). More information? ing 828-262-6662. Visit http://www.ashecham•The 2007 Choose and ber.com/enewsl54.htm. Cut Christmas Tree Map is •New Chamber Member now available for download! Back Street Beads is official­ Visit http://www.ashecham- ly open for business - check ber.com/enewsl45.htm to out their eclectic selection download the map. Special on the newest hot spot in thanks to Carol Dodson, Ma­ West Jefferson: The Back ria Whaley, Ed Rodgers and Street! Click here for more other Chamber Board mem­ information! bers who have been instru­ •It's fireplace season mental in forging a closer al­ that means you shouldn't fire liance with the tree growers up your drafty ole flue with­ here in Ashe County. All will out having it cleaned by a benefit from the increased professional! Call Chamber traffic this holiday season. member Trent Lowder (Blue Feel free to download and Ridge Chimney Sweeps) at save the map and then offer 336-246-9582 or by email at it on your own website! Or lowder4@embarqmail.com. contact Don Sloan, 336-846•Heaven's Gate B&B in 9550 or Carol Dodson, 336- Glendale Springs held its 846-9488 if you would like Ribbon-Cutting this week. an e-mail or hard copy of it! Owner Sharon Hendricks • The Ashe County Free officially opened the doors Clinic's signature event: to her lovely 5-bedroom bed Holiday Fashion Show and and breakfast just off the Parade of Homes is coming Parkway. Call her at 336up on December 8, 2007. The 982-2579, or visit her web­ Holiday Fashion Show and site at www.ourheavensgate. Parade of Homes is a com­ com. H.R. "Bobby" Jones Betty Jo Shepheard Ed Wharton Second District Warren Boone Rep. Billy J. Creech John Edwards Abe Elmore Joey Powell Third District Nancy L. Cleveland Steve Malay Rachel Steinbeck Sturz Ann Sullivan Ronald Wayne Toppin, Sr. Fourth District Robert H. Appleby William W. Cobey, Jr. Joyce J. Cotten Sheila Marcom Talton-Dewitt Charlotte Margaret Woods Fifth District Rep. Theresa Harlow Esposito Birding " Bits The Ashe County Public Library announces its annual Amnesty Week. During the week of December 3-8, 2007, the library will collect dona­ tions of canned or boxed food, forgiving up to $1 in overdue charges for each item. All do­ nations will go to the food bank at Ashe Really Cares, a local nonprofit agency committed to alleviating hunger in the com­ munity. This is an excellent opportunity for patrons with outstanding fines or overdue items to clear their accounts while helping others. This is an annual event for the Appalachian Regional Li­ brary (ARL) system, and the offer is good at all ARL loca­ tions, with donations at the Watauga and Wilkes county libraries benefiting agencies in those communities. "Am­ nesty Week has been so popu­ lar in the past that people look forward to it every year," said Louise Humphrey, Director of Libraries. "It gives them an opportunity not only to clear their accounts but, more im­ portantly, provides an easy and convenient way to help feed the hungry in their com­ munities." The offer applies to over­ due charges only, not to lost or damaged items. For more in­ formation, call the Ashe Coun­ ty Public Library at 846-2041, or visit www.arlibrary.org. WHEN EXPERIENCE MATTERS Dennis Houck, LLC Insurance Sales • Consulting •Training Auto • Home • Business Dennis Houck, CIC AAI 36 years experience #11 Jefferson Station West Jefferson, NC dhouckllc@earthlink.net 336*877*7218 Hall of Fame 2007 Statewide Award Nominees Charles Raper Jonas Award Robert C. Carpenter James H. Langdon, Jr. Congresswoman Sue Myrick David Sandifer Ann Shaw Thomas A. Stith, III Roland Harris Vaughan, Jr. R. Tracy Walker J. E. Broyhill Award William W. Cobey, Jr. Congresswoman Virginia Foxx Marshall R. Hurley Ed McMahan Robert E. Rector John P. East Memorial Award Garvin B. Hardison, Sr. John Hawkins, Sr. William "Bill" Seth Hiatt Iris R. Jacobson Thomas G. Roche, Jr. Tenth District Durward E. Clarke Gus McKinney Jo Murray Joanna A. Rowe Jerry Lee Self Eleventh District Harold P. Corbin Wade T. Harding Joe Lee Morgan Steve Odom Twelfth District Julius Ceasar Cousar Jonnette Johnson Powell L.C. "Chuck" Woolard, Sr. Thirteenth District Patricia W. Adams Nancy R. Mazza Lloyd E. Mielenz, Jr. Joey Stansbury Bayne Steele North Carolina Republican Party OBSEKVKnON THE. DECK justice be done, though the world > perish. FERDINAND I © 2007 by King Features Syndicate. Inc. World rights reserved This year your Christmas Tree is for Free! Cindy Brook Five Gift Ideas for The Bird Lover in Your Life: 1. Sun catcher of their favorite CHRYSLER bird. 2. Bird motif coffee mug. Just stop by and take a test drive, fill out reg. form and then choose your fresh cut Ashe County Christmas Tree. 3. Extensive field guide. 4. Song-bird calendar. 3. Gift certificate to an online Library offers amnesty on late books R.F. "Buck" Golding Lee Q. McMillan Dewitt E. Rhoades Hurshel C. Teague Sixth District Rep. John M. Blust W. Edwin Gavin Litchard Duane Hurley Donna Peeler Do Shaver Seventh District A. Dial Gray, III Frank R. Iler, Jr. Estell C. Lee William P. Morrison Franklin E. Williams, Sr. Eighth District Rep. Bobby Harold Barbee, Sr. Margaret S. Bullard Betty F. Lapish Thomas M. Mclnnis Bealus A. Smith, Jr. Ninth District Brenda V. Andrews Audrey Blackwood Mary Frances Forrester bird store. 502 Jefferson Ave West Jefferson, NC 336-246-8806 © 2007 King Features Synd.. Inc. Energy Savings Guaranteed! Ask about our Engery Star Savings J Forget About Window Problems Forever! We are the #1 Window Company in the Nation - We ave over 190 stores Nationwide Quality Windows Experience the benefits of the ComfortWorld Windows. Now is the perfect time to update your home's exterior with ComfortWorld Siding. AWDI Certified Installers Licensed & Insured 'Simply the best for less". For a FREE Estimate, Call Toll Free 1-800-NEXT WINDOW or www.windowworldinc.com 336-246-9393 GUARANTEED LOW PRICES �Public Opinion "...were it left to me to decide whether we should have a government without newspapers or newspapers without a government, I should not hesitate a moment to prefer the latter." —Thomas Jefferson, 1787 Editorial Festival should continue in WJ Christmas in July, our county's signature festi­ val, needs some help to survive—and survive it should. Organizers came to the Town of West Jefferson earlier this month seeking their help, and have received some encouragement. The biggest challenge is that everyone seems- to want to move the festival back onto Jefferson Avenue— which has raised concerns by the N.C. Department of Transportation. We support this move back to the "home" of the festival for several reasons. The first, and most impor­ tant, is that it will keep the festival out of residential areas and concentrate it in the commercial section of the downtown. Which brings us to the second rea­ son we support the move— back on Jefferson Avenue, the festival boosts nearly all local businesses. The two, year-round businesses and the one- to two-day festival go well together, but not when the festival is isolated on Second Avenue. Christmas in July is important to the whole county. As the letter on this page demonstrates, tourism is a critical part of our economy. Lake it or not, we are dependent on attracting outside dollars to sustain our local econo­ my. Translated into human terms, we try to attract tourists to have jobs so families, especially young ones, can stay here. Lose tourism, and an exodus of workers will take place. The competition for tourists is intense. That intensity will grow as the soaring price of gasoline makes travel more and more expensive, turning tourism into a luxury. Which is another reason we need Christmas in July. It is a major draw, which receives publicity across the state. The family that comes to the festival may well return for a weekend to visit our local sights, and then come back and buy a Christmas tree and wreath during Choose and Cut season. So we urge the N.C. Department of Transportation, the West Jefferson board of alder­ men and the Christmas in. July committee to all work together to make the 2008 festival the best ever. We believe it can grow from its smaller size, once again drawing larger crowds and making a greater, and more positive impact on our com­ munity. But to make that happen will take these three groups working together as good neighbors. We hope they do—because the results will be good or bad for the county based on their decisions. P^C,E TMUAY, No\ EMBER I , 1A 2007 Tourism important To the Editor: A tourist is defined as one who tours or travels. At one time or another, most every­ one has been a tourist. You traveled to Myrtle Beach, Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, or any other destination for a day, a week or more. Yes, we are all tourists whether we travel by plane, car or bike. As we travel we spend money on gas, food, lodging, souve­ nirs, and entertainment, thus adding dollars to the local economy. Each dollar spent is turned over many times in the local economy. How much money is in­ volved? The NC State Tour­ ism Division says about 64.5 million visitors spent $23 billion in North Carolina in 2005. This spending gener­ ated $6.2 billion in state and local tax revenues and em­ ploys nearly 335,331 people. In Ashe County, over $31.8 million came from tourism revenues. More than 360 jobs in Ashe were directly at­ tributed to travel or tourism, generating $5.8 million in payroll. State and local taxes from tourism generated $3.85 million and represented $151 in tax savings to each county resident. Some of our uninformed politicians and residents use the mantra that "tourism only provides seasonal and low paying jobs." Sure, the res­ taurant, motel or store owner makes more money than the dishwasher, maid or store clerk, but tourism provides income for all segments of our population from the unskilled to the top of our economic lad­ der. Don't forget that the sale of cattle, tobacco and Christ­ mas trees is a very seasonal income. The Christmas tree grower must make enough during the four to six week marketing season to sustain himself and his employees for the entire year. Tourism does have eco­ nomic benefits as well as eco­ nomic costs, but the benefits outweigh the cost. The tour­ ism industry is not the sole answer to Ashe County's eco­ nomic future. Ashe County ranks 61st out of 100 coun­ ties in income from tourism. Instead of bashing tourism, why not spend your time and energy on ways of attract­ ing tourists and taking their money. We must balance all aspects of economic develop­ ment. Tourism of all types is but one piece of the economic pie; it's time we cut ourselves a larger slice. John Marsh Letters to the Editor Drought To the Editor: With recent climate pre­ dictions indicating a drier than normal winter and spring, local municipalities and residences will be facing the possibility of ongoing wa­ ter shortages next spring and summer and an increased threat from wildfires. Even though the county received over 5 inches of rainfall in October, it was not enough to alleviate existing drought conditions. Accord­ ing to the North Carolina State Climatologist, by the end of October North Caro­ lina was experiencing the worst drought conditions ever recorded since 1895 when drought indices were first calculated and archived. The NCSC also has stated that the state needs as much as 24 inches of rain over the next three months (35 inches over six months) in order to completely end the drought this winter. The chances of that occurring are less than 4 percent. Here in Ashe, there have been several springs and wells that have dried up. Affected citizens are either hauling in large quantities of water in plastic water reser­ voirs to replenish their sup­ ply or are drilling new wells. If current weather predic­ tions hold true, additional residents could face the same situation unless conservation measures are used. Simple measures such as repairing leaky faucets, reducing time in the shower and only run­ ning full loads in dishwash­ ers and appliances can help. The drought conditions have also significantly in­ creased the risk of wildfires. Fall is one of the peak fire seasons in North Carolina because of the dry conditions, windy days and low humidity. Fall fires tend to spread rap­ idly becoming extremely dan­ gerous in a very short period of time. Combine the exist­ ing and potentially continu­ ing record breaking drought with the fact that the state is currently ranked in the most serious category for fire dan­ ger on at least one drought index and the reasons for the current statewide burning ban become crystal clear. The recent California situation should provide a valuable lesson on the seri­ ousness of wildfires, particu­ larly those that occur near inhabited areas. According to Ashe County E-911 Com­ munications Center records, there have been 27 active fire calls since October 1, 2007. This includes 8 brush fires, 2 chimney fires, 5 burning ban violations reported, 8 structure fires and 1 vehicle fire. Ensuring chimneys are clean, that cigarettes are ex­ tinguished and not thrown out on the ground, and that open fires are kept to a bare minimum and never left un­ attended can help prevent wildfires. Additional infor­ mation on the Fire Wise Program and how to protect your home and family can be obtained from the NC Forest Service Office. In consideration of the po­ tential for worsening condi­ tions, residents are urged to continue using water conser­ vation measures in anticipa­ tion of a continuing drought that extends into the grow­ ing season and months of increased water needs next spring; and to be extra care­ ful during the fall and win­ ter months so that Ashe does not experience a large wild­ fire that causes loss of life or property. Patty McMeans Emergency Manage­ ment Coordinator County of Ashe Grinches To the Editor: I am writing this letter in regards to the behavior of some people at the holiday parade on Saturday, Nov. 10. I wonder where simple cour­ tesy has gone and what are we teaching our children. I took my 7 year old daughter, her friend and my sister brought my nieces and nephews to the parade. We got there early because we wanted a good place in the square to see the parade. Unfortunate­ ly, as the parade started peo­ ple decided to walk in front of the children so that they could not see. This forced us to move forward. Next to us was a lady (who by the way arrived at the same time we did) who was taking pictures and videotaping the parade. On numerous occasions she took it upon herself to push my daughter and others out of the way so she could get her pictures. First of all, the parade is for the children and second where are man­ ners and courtesy in this situation? We had to move to the other end of the street just so the kids could see the parade. I saw others do this also. Why do people find it necessary to act in this way and what are we teaching our children about consider­ ation for others? Becky Parsons Deep Gap Winning the Civil War—and other speculative fictions Member: N.C. Press Association (USPS 441-810) Published twice weekly by Jefferson Times Inc., P.O. 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Box 808 West Jefferson, NC 28694-0808 All content copyright 2007 byjefferson Times Inc. and may not be reproduced without permission. What if the South had won the Civil War? What kind of country would we live in now? White Southerners, often the "unreconstructed" ones, have dreamed about the re­ versal of their "Lost Cause" defeat and speculated that things might have been much different, maybe even much better, if the "War of Northern Aggression" had turned out differently. If there were a serious con­ ference entitled "Speculation on the South" that examined "fiction and non-fiction that conjectured on what would have happened if the South had won the Civil War," you might expect a crowd of those unreconstructed ones to attend and dream together about the lost glory. If one of the featured speakers was the co-author with Newt Gingrich of "Get­ tysburg," a book that has Lee's army winning this criti­ cal battle, you might think this conference would be full of "rebel yells." Well, the truth is, first, there was a "Speculation on the South" conference last week. But, second, there were no rebel yells. The conference organizer, the Institute of African American Research, a part of UNC-Chapel Hill, aimed the conference offerings at a much different audience. Adherents of the Lost Cause would have felt very much out of place. They might be stirred by de­ the scription of victory in "Get­ tysburg." But as G i n ­ grich's D.G. Martin co-au­ thor, Wil­ liam R. Forstchen, an asso­ ciate professor at Montreat College, explained, that group would be very disappointed in the ultimate fictional re­ sult constructed by Gingrich and Forstchen. In their final volume, Lee loses big time to Grant, and the war ends even earlier that it did in real his­ tory. There was no way theSouth could have won the war, Forst­ chen argued at the conference. It was a contest between two nations, one of which was in­ dustrialized, the other pre-industrial. The South's capital investments were in slaves; the North put its resources in more efficient railroads and machinery. The railroads delivered the North's troops speedily from one part of the country to the other quickly, giving it an important tacti­ cal and strategic advantage. The North's machinery not only gave it advantages in weaponry. The mechanization of factory production and ag­ riculture meant that legions of men could be diverted from these occupations to the bat­ tlefield without a serious de­ cline in production. Another author, science fic­ tion writer Terry Bisson, took the conference in another di­ rection. The question, he as­ serted, should not be "What if the South had won?" The so-called losers (white South­ erners) actually turned out to be the winners because they preserved their social system of white dominance. So, Bisson said, the question should be "What if the South had not won?" In a fictional work, "Fire on the Mountain" Bisson describes a loss for the South, one that might have occurred if John Brown's 1859 raid on Harper's Ferry turned out differently and led to a successful slave revolt. In this speculative fiction, Bis­ son suggests that an all-Black country called "Nova Africa" could have been established in the Deep South. The entire world, wrote Bisson, would have been totally different. In its look at speculative alternatives to Civil War his­ tory, the conference examined an alternate vision for "Gone with the Wind," a book of fic­ tion that has framed the way generations of Americans have looked at Southern plan­ tation life and the Civil War. Alice Randall, author of "The Wind Done Gone," described how her version of plantation life told from the perspective of Scarlett's enslaved half-sis­ ter, though fiction, provides an account of plantation life, in­ cluding the horrors of slavery, which "Gone With the Wind" concealed. The conference's specula­ tion was not limited to alter­ native endings of the Civil War. Focusing on Albion Tourgee, a post-Civil War "carpet­ bagger" who moved to North Carolina, the conference at­ tendees asked, "What would have been different if Recon­ struction had lasted 30 years and the boundaries of the Southern states and their so­ cial and political systems had been thoroughly transformed, as proposed by Tourgee?" You might be asking now, should a serious conference concern itself with specula­ tion? I found that examin­ ing carefully what might have happened can be a very pro­ ductive way to understand the reasons things happened as they actually did. D.G. Martin is the host of UNC-TVs North Carolina Bookwatch, which airs Fridays at 9:30 p.m. and Sundays at 5 p.m. www.unctv.org/ncbookwatch/. Check his blog and view prior programs at www. unctv.org / ncbookwatch / This week's (November 16, 18) guest is UNC Chapel Hill Professor emeritus William Powell, editor of the "Encyclo­ pedia of North Carolina." �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2007 PAGE 5A FROM THE FRONT Appearance continued from front page tion. I told them a few stories about my past that I am not proud of. They then asked me if there was someone in my life that I admired and thought was beautiful. Brit­ tany Shepherd was the first person that came to mind. I admire her looks and I think she is the most beautiful girl in the county." Lisa said she didn't know Brittany personally. She is the 18-year-old daughter of Joey and Karrah Shepherd of West Jefferson. Lisa said the first time they talked was at the first pageant she had done. She had bought a dress that was Brittany's through her mom. "I guess I'd talk to her mom more than her," Lisa said. "Anyway, they (the show producers) asked me if Brit­ tany would be interested in coming. I called her and she was like, oh my gosh! She was very surprised. We got every­ thing paid for. The flight and hotel and they even gave us $160 for food. They wanted us to not talk or anything. They flew us out on two dif­ ferent airplanes and gave us two different hotels. Monday morning is when we met. That morning we were in this room with camera men. They kept asking us about our sto­ ries of our past we had told them and kept asking us why we felt like we did. Then Tyra walks in and goes straight into her answers. They had Brittany come in and I was supposed to tell her how I felt about her. What was weird was that they asked me be­ fore we went to New York if I was jealous of her. I told them yes, because I didn't want to hurt my chances of going. I admire Brittany, I'm not jeal­ ous of her in any way, shape, or form. I think she is beau­ tiful and would love to have a face like hers. But I'm not jealous of her. So when Brit­ tany comes into the room I told her I was jealous of her for TV sake. I told her later I didn't mean anything I said and she completely under­ stood." After the interviews were over, makeovers were done on the girls with some made to look beautiful and some ugly. They they went out in public to get reactions. "We were sent to the edge of Central Park and they had stopped the guys on the street and told them to holler and tell us we were beautiful. Brittany and two others went to Sephora. Then we all met up at a restaurant. This area was staged. They had actors in there and they were told what to do. We were to strike up conversations with guys and flirt! So we did and they taped everything. On Thurs­ day they taped the show. It was the aftermath and what we thought about the make­ overs." "Overall, the experience was very different from what we originally thought might happen," Lisa said."We didn't get any time with Tyra and they gave us no tips on how to make ourselves look better. But I learned a lot and that I should accept who I am. I also realize we all have im­ perfections we dislike about ourselves. I absolutely felt bad for Brittany having to go through what she did with the (ugly) makeover. I would not wish that on anyone. I know for sure she didn't enjoy that part. I am thrilled that Brittany and I are going to be doing a pageant together this weekend. "Like I said, I don't hate her and am not jealous of her. I was going along with the show producers. Also, they kept telling us what to say and how to say it. So, that was very interesting in itself. Brittany and I got closer, so I made a friend and also got to experience what really goes on behind TV shows. They ac­ tually had told us we got to spend more time with Tyra than most other people. The most memorable part of the whole experience, and this was real, was when we had gone into the restaurant. As I walked to the back of the restaurant as we were told, I remember Tyra looking ugly (from the makeover) and she looked up at me and we made eye contact for about three seconds. Tyra had not looked at me like that before and it really impressed me because I knew I looked good if I had caught Tyra Banks' atten­ tion. As she said on her show, I shouldn't have to have her look at me in a certain way, that I should automatically know I am beautiful. I knew that's exactly what she was going to say." Brittany's mother, Karrah Shepherd, went along with the girls to New York. She said Brittany was only 18 and had never been to such a place before so she wanted to be with her. She said,"Lisa has recently started compet­ ing in pageants. After being a well-known and successful athlete during her high school days, she decided to trade in her sneakers for high heels. The only problem was, did Lisa feel that she was pretty Veterans and women among us. Let us give thanks that young men and women in our midst today may step forward to engage in service to their nation so that we might continue to have the blessings of this wonderful re­ ality we call America." Following the ceremony, Marsh announced the win- continued from front page ner of a violin made by local resident Charles Wine. The winner is Nettie Hart of Lan­ sing. Winners »in the Patriotic Art Contest, which was part of the Armed Forces Trib­ ute in August, are: 1st place, Robert Ray ($200); 2nd place, Barbara Sturgill ($100); Peo­ ple's Choice, Sharlotte Smith ($300); Honorable Mention, Joseph Leonard Barnes ($50). All proceeds from these con­ tests go to help with the Armed Forces Tribute. One of those treasured veterans of yesterday shares his story each year with stu­ dents in his son's high school classes. These young people learn what it was like for a soldier in World War II when Terry Williams' father, Dallas Wijliams, visits the classroom to tell the students about his experiences and show them souvenirs of the war. Williams, now a spry 87 years old, or a "recycled teen­ ager" as he calls himself, was a youth of 22 when he went into training for the Army in 1942. He left Ashe County with 85 other young men bound for the war, trained in the United States, and then headed for England on April 6,1944 with the 83"' Division. Dallas tells his story with great emotion, recapturing both the pain and fear of war combined with the humor and camaraderie of young men far from home in extraordinary circumstances. About his landing at Normandy during the invasion, as he drove his jeep off a boat on Utah beach to a hail of gunfire, Dallas said,"I was scared. My mouth was dry and my legs were shaking and my eyes seemed out of focus. It was the most intense emotional experience I've ever known." Dallas served as a mes­ senger for his unit and tells of narrow escapes from snipers Post photo by Linda Burchette Dallas Williams, left, and his son Terry Williams hold up a Nazi flag Dallas captured during service In World War II. Each year around Veterans Day, he addresses students in Terry's classes at Ashe County High School. f Give the gift 1 of Local News! Call 336-846-7164 to buy a gift subscription to the Jefferson Post this season! about yourself, you will al­ ways be beautiful." Karrah said that Britta­ ny's twin sister, Bethany, did a paper on Tyra Banks dur­ ing her senior year because Tyra wasn't a skinny model and served as a role model for girls who didn't want to look like a stick. Bethany is a student at Miller Motte Tech­ nical College in Wilmington to study professional makeup and aesthetics. Her sister, Brittany, is studying at the college to do massage ther­ apy. Lisa is the daughter of Ghanshyam and Vasanti Patel, and a student at Queens College in Charlotte studying business. This weekend, Lisa and Brittany will be traveling to Hickory to compete in the North Carolina Elite Miss Pageant. See them on the Tyra Banks Show on Tues­ day, Nov. 20. Show times may vary, but airing times for North Carolina are Fox 18 or 13 (WCCB Charlotte) at 4 p.m. and 10 a.m. (although in some areas, the 10 a.m. show will air on a two week delay from the launch air schedule) and on Fox 8 (WGHP Greens­ boro) at 1 p.m. For more in­ formation, check out the Tyra Banks Show website at t5rrashow.warnerbros.com. Planning continued from front page ing American soil again. They know what today's soldiers need so that they can do their duty. From one generation to the next, certain elements of war may change. Weapons come and go, uniforms change, organizations and policies are revised. But the noble spirit moving under an American uniform remains the same. It was this way 200 years ago; it will be this way a century from now." As the Thanksgiving sea­ son arrives, Marsh asked the crowd, "On this Veterans Day and on all days, let us give thanks that we had these men enough to compete and could she pull this off without hav­ ing any experience in the pageant world? She also had other issues that were allow­ ing her not to feel the confi­ dence that she needed to take center stage." Brittany on the other hand, had been in pageants for years and had lots of self confidence. It was quite an experience for these two girls, one they will remember all their lives. "Tyra's show brings a lot of emotions to her guests and this episode is no different," Karrah said. "During the show, you will see how Lisa transforms into a beautiful model and Brittany is made over to be less than desirable to look at. Both girls were able to see how the public re­ acted to them based on their looks. One of the other girls from the show gained nothing out of her makeover experi­ ence and another girl walked away feeling like she could compete with her twin sister after all these years. (Britta­ ny also has a twin, Bethany.) Brittany has a better under­ standing of what it feels like to be self-conscious of your looks, and Lisa walked away learning that true beauty is within and if you feel good 1-800-849-6127 or 800-893-6246TTY FOR SERVICES OR EMERGENCIES 24 HOURS A DAY, 7 DAYS A WEEK For mental health, developmental disabilities and substance abuse services Meeting community needs...one person at a time. and German soldiers while on his rounds as well as funny things that happened and the pretty girls he'd meet along the way. As many of his fellow sol­ diers, putting themselves in harm's way to protect the American way of life would say, Dallas told the students, "I wasn't no hero, but I did my duty the way I was supposed to." The students were fas­ cinated with the German souvenirs Dallas and Terry showed them, such as helmets and armbands, and especially a Nazi flag. Dallas described how he obtained the flag. It was flying from a second story window on a building in Dusseldorf, Germany when Dal­ las and his unit were there. Because soldiers then were able to acquire such things as they are not allowed to today, Dallas went into the building and, finding the door locked, shot it open with his pistol. He said it was a Nazi headquar­ ters that had just recently been abandoned. He reached through the window and grabbed the flag and stuffed it into his knapsack and carried it through the rest of the war. Terry said anything with the Nazi symbol on it is illegal in Germany today. Dallas met Russian sol­ diers when they came into Berlin. He talked about the number of women in the Rus­ sian army, and Terry said that because of so many Russian men beihg killed in the war, women were pressed into ser­ vice in the army. He said that by the end of the war, the Rus­ sian army may have been as much as one-fifth women. As he does with all his talks with students, Dallas ended his presentation with the remarks that, "I recall moments in my life that will never be erased, the camara­ derie that exists within one unit and how we looked out for one another. It was like a great period in our lives and we will never forget it. I re­ member General McArthur's farewell speech and I quote: 'Old soldiers never die. They just fade away.'" . : unaay abort cries vided into appearance, such as enhancing appearance of public buildings and property, regulating the appearance of commercial, industrial and multi-family developments, and protecting property val­ ues; and development such as establishing a new industrial park, annexing developed ar­ eas adjacent to current town limits, and promoting a vari- ety of housing types. The planning board is de­ veloping a land use plan by addressing various issues one-by-one. These issues in­ clude utility and transporta­ tion infrastructure, the natu­ ral environment, and land use. For more information, call West Jefferson Town Hall at 246-3551. f*THE ILLUSTRATED oWc who does what is si njul is of the devil, because the devil has been sinning from the beginning. The reason the Son of God appeared was to destroy the devil's work. 1 JOHN 3:8 Detail, Albrecht Durer's Tall of Man" }; © 2007 by King Features Syndicate. Inc. World rights reserved Digital Sound SHOWTIME! Sun-Thurs 7PM Only Fri & Sat 7 £ 9 PM Theatre One pi iegGiF' Mr. Magori urn's Wonder Emporium Theatre Two Bee Movie GJG1C G1G1G1E S]GIB1' E1E1G1G1 River and restaurant ^ House country inn Sunday, November 18 4 pm - 6 pm / Dinner immediatefy following performance • Music starts at 4:00 p.m. • Hors d'oeuvre passed at 5:00 p.m. Four Course Chefs Choice served T # Featurinq StTUJCT/AUtO HttT^lSt at 6:00 p.m. • Forty Dollars ($40°°) per person « r LltUUl ^ rr CdJTOlt Performing old time folk and labor plus alcohol, tax, and gratuity HankWiaiams> tflc c(^ For reservations call: 336-982-2109 1896 Old Field Creek Road Grassy Creek, NC • 33i �PAGE 6A FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2007 JEFFERSON POST RELIGION Noted missionary to speak Sunday at Grassy Creek UMC Dr. H. Dean Simp­ son, whose missionary work has taken him around the world, will be the guest speaker at Grassy Creek United Methodist Church this Sunday, Nov. 18, at the 11 a.m. service. Simpson is the founder and director of Helping Hands Minis­ tries, an international missions outreach. He trains and leads pro­ fessional and paraprofessional teams to do medical campaigns, building construction, Bible conferences, chil­ dren's ministries, and evangelism. Simpson is out of the United States much of the time with these mis­ sion teams. He is a native of Al­ abama, but now claims to be a transplanted "Tarheel," having lived Post file photo Dr. H. Dean Simpson November is 'T" Hospice month In a proclamation issued from the White House, President Bush declared November 2007 as National Hos­ pice Month. This is the 29th consecutive year PRESENTED BY November has been HIS KIDS" AND "ADORATION" OF ASHE SCHOOLS FOR designated as a na­ HOME EDUCATION tional month in honor of hospice. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 17™, 7:00 PM & The proclamation SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 3:00 PM reads in part: "Hospice AT THE ASHE CIVIC CENTER care professionals and ADMISSION FREE! volunteers are answer­ ing a timeless call to love their neighbors as Simon Says Back by Popular Demand will be presented by "His Kids" and themselves. During Na­ "Adoration" of Ashe Schools for Home Education with new songs and tional Hospice Month, multimedia presentation on Saturday, Nov. 17 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 18 we recognize these at 3 p.m. at the Ashe Civic Center in West Jefferson. Admission is free. individuals for their Ashe Presbyterian Church, PCA Pastor George Norris 246-2979 220 Lynch Colvard Rd., Jefferson, NC Visit With Us This Sunday Sunday School g:45 a.m. Sunday Worship n:ooa.m. Assembly of God Church Bald Mtn. Baptist Church "846-4444 Pastor Keith Styron Pastor: Rev. Lawrence Goodman strength and compas­ sion. Their efforts make our country a more lov­ ing and caring place." The National Hos­ pice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) reports that 1.3 million people with life-limit­ ing illness received care from the nation's 4,500 hospice providers last year. This represents continued growth in both patients served and number of provid­ ers. Approximately 35 percent of all deaths in the US were under the care of a hospice pro­ gram. Sunday School - 9:30-10:15 a.m. Morning Worship -10:30 a.m. Baldmountainchurch.org Email: Baldmountnin@skybest.com Sunday Evening • 6:00p.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study - 7:00p.m. Welcomes You & Your Family Sunday: Sun. School 10 am Worship II am Wednesday: 7 pm /'X Located at: 863 Ray Taylor Rd. West Jefferson, NC 336-846-1189 in.tBtt Nurseiy & Children's church Provided s=~ Baldwin Community Church Church 877-1550 Parsonage 877-2042 Corner of Faw-Roland if McNeil Sis • Jefferson (88 Wesl - Left on McNeil, One Block) Ashe County Worship Center Bethany United Methodist Church Blue Ridge Worship Center Church of Christ at West Jefferson Pastor: J.F. Dixon - 336-982-9497 221 Burnett St.. (Off Buck Mtn. Road) Doug Frazier, Minister Sun. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Wednesday 7:00p.m. Bible Study 846-5615 Church Office or 846-5616 Preacher s Residence Pastor Lewis Poag Sunday School 9:45a.m. .Sunday Worship 11.00 a.m. "And lie led them as far as to Bethany... and He blessed them" Luke24:50 Hwy 16 S. at Glendale Springs Sunday School -10:00 am Sunday Worship Service 11:00 am & 6:00 pm ""Join us in worship to Christ' Fletcher Memorial Baptist Church Pastor Art Eaton • Phone: (336) 846-9642 Sunday Morning Worship 8:30AM and 11:00AM Family Time - 9:30AM Sunday School -10:00AM Sunday Evening Worship 6:00PM Wednesday Bible Study 6:45PM Friendship Baptist Church 891 Friendship Baptist Churrh Kd Jefferson, NC (336) 982-2080 Services en Espanol Sabados a las - 6:00PM ClasesdcESL Scrvicios a las - 7:00PM Sunday School - 9:00n.m Sunday Worship Sen1 ices -10:00 a.m. Sunday Evening Services - 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Evening Senice - 7:00p.m. We invite you to join us for u Ood centered, family worshipping experience. "Come as you are. you will he loved" Sunday School 10:00 a.m Worship & Praise 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m Robert St. off Bare (Church) 846-9378 Billy Robinson - Pastor Sunday School'9:45 AM Worship • 11:00 AM 201S. Jefferson Ave.,West Jefferson 846-7481 Faith Fellowship Casual Environment -Serious Faith Sunday Services 8:30 & 11 AWANA - 6:30 Bible Study-7 Elliott Osowitt, Pastor 513 E. Main St., Jefferson 846-3346 JEFFERSON Jefferson 141 Lyalls Lane, Jefferson, NC (Just off Ashe Park Road) Open Mon-Fri • 7am-5pm 356-962-9321 Sears 246-7131 203 East 1" Street • West Jefferson, NC Convenient 7 Days A Week WiiiMiu (ioxsrai'tmox Commercial and Residential PO Box 972 • West Jefferson, NC 336-246-6482 Fax: 246-6402 Dr Pepper Bottling Company West Jefferson 246-4591 Healing Springs Baptist Church Jefferson United Methodist Churrh Rev. J. Keith Franklin, Pastor 115 East Main St., Jefferson, NC Pastor: Rev. Jack Pugh 9178 Old llwy, 16 • Crumpier, NC Mt. Jefferson Baptist Church Rev. Keith Casey 1957 US Hwy 221 N, Jefferson, NC (336) 246-9512 Sunday School - 10:00A.M. (336) 246-4764 9:00 a.m. Early Worship 9:45 c/.m. - Sunday School for all ages 11:00 a.m. - FormaI Worship Service Sunday Morning Worship Service- 11:00A.M. Sunday Evening Worship Service - 7:00P.M. Wednesday Evening Service - 7:00P.M. North Beaver Baptist (Episcopalian) to fellowship with us every Sunday!" Hwy. 163 West Jefferson Pastor Rick Miller Sunday School • 10:00 a,m. Morning Worship • 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Service • 7:00p.m. Office Phone 3&9X2-94I0«Her. bnnie Jones • Pastor 9:45 a.m. Sunday • Sunday School 11:00 a m Sundm • Worship Service 6:30p.m. Sunday • Sunday Night Service 6:00p.m. Monday • T.E-A.M. 10:00p.m. Tuesday • Joy in the Morning 7:00 p.m. Wednesday » Prayer Meeting Parish of the Holy Communion "Loves you and wants you RID-A-BOcr EXTERMINATING POST 246-6077 HUMPHREY MASONRY SuprtY. INC. Sunday Worship 11:00a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m. Seventh-Day Adventist Church ofWarrensville Pastor: Kevin Morgan Holy Trinity Church Glendale Springs 10:00 a.m. Termite & Pest Control 246-4222 203 South Second Ave. West Jefferson , NC 28694 www.jeffersonpost.com 336-846-7164 Fax: 336-846-7165 Bible School -10:00 AM Sabbath Worship -11:15 AM West Jefferson United Methodist Church Corner of Second Street and College Avenue West Jefferson, North Carolina Sunday School • 18:00AM Sunday Morning Worship«11:00AM Phone: 336-246-5292 Sunday Evenings (2nd St 4th) • 7:00PM Sunday School - 9:45 A.M. • Sunday Worship -11:00 A.M. Wednesday Night Bible Study • 7:00PM Children's Church ami Nursery Provided Youth Services - Sunday • 6:00PM Van Transportation Available We are a Safe Sanctuary Church! Pastor Home: 336-384-3188 • Cell: 336-977-1009 .www.wjumc.net "Complete Line of Building Supplies " 828/ 262-3700 Old Hwy. 221 -S. 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'1 Buck Mountain Road West Jefferson 246-3820 We would love to have you come worship with us. 194 and 88 Wesl, Smethport, NC Sunday School 9:45 a.m. • Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday Night Services 6:30p.m. Wednesday Senice 7:00p.m. Missions Building by Faith Promise Wednesday Night: ******************** Pastor Sean Brigman 246-9031 Deep Ford Rd., Lansing Sunday School at 10:00 a.m. Worship at 11:00 a m, Sunday Evening Worship at 6:00p.m. Prayer Meeting Wed. night 7:00 p.m. Pastor Todd Brewer Friendly Grove Baptist Church Church: 982-9210 • Pastor: 877-3769 Come join us for a joyful worship experience. Pastor James T. Sechrest 336-846-2429 Sunday School 9:45 flciiwll Emmanuel Independent Baptist Church Smethport Independant Baptist Church Presbyterian Church Services: Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Worship Service 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00p.m. Youth Class (All Stars for Jesus) Everyone Welcome! Evening Service 6:30 p.m 246-9151 Reverend Joseph Dinh Main & Ivy Streets. • Jefferson Sun Morning Mass - 9:00 AH Saturday Evening Mass 5:00PM English <£ 7:00PM Spanish Weekday Morn. Mass - Call for times Mount Jefferson Fleetwood, NC Pastor, Chris Cox Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Morning Worship 11:00 a.m. St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church Nursery provided for all services , Mt. Jefferson Church of the Nazarene Big Flatts Baptist Church Jim Dawes, Minister Burnett St. • West Jefferson 846-3954 495 Highway 194 South jxcr^w_ u/ Old Hwy. 221 Near Golf Course Rd West Jefferson • Since 1890 • 846-3795 Cornerstone Fellowship 336-877-2801 vy Beaver Creek Christian Church Pastor: Douglas Hardin • 877-9075 1549 Hwy. 194 South • Todd (I mi. off Hwy 221) SUNDAY - Sunday School 10:00AM Worship 11:00AM and 6:00PM MONDAY- Community Care 6:00PM (Prayer it Outreach) WEDNESDAY- Family Night 7:00PM (All ages) (Missions Ministry, Van Ministry. Teen Time) 'A Church focused - on faith, family & the future" 1460 Bald Mlu. Rd, West Jefferson Sunday School 0:45 a.m. Sunday Morning Worship Sen'ice - 11:00am Sunday Evening Worship - 7:00pm Wednesday Evening - 7:00pm in North Carolina since 1964. He is a former college instruc­ tor, who taught in the fields of microbiology and analytical chemistry. Simpson is an or­ dained Southern Baptist min­ ister and a member of Beulah Baptist Church. He and his wife, Pat, live in Statesville, N.C. They have five children and six grand­ children. Grassy Creek's pastor, Rev. Martha Kincaid, and the con­ gregation invite everyone to attend. lliS Billy Blcvins • Tommy Little Hwy 421-Boone, NC f| fj Family Fun Center "Church Groups Welcome" Discounted Rates G5MC 828-264-9051 www.mackbrownlnc.com /-b2p CHcvnaurr <2>CXdsmot>ae 'OJ fiocme ffuluda, 9nc Your Local Equipment Dealer For All Your Equipment Needs 418 Deep Gap Drive • Deep Gap, NC 828-263-8464 • www.boonekubota.com CARDINAL LANES 1358 W. King Street • Boone 828-264-0439 or 800-452-0343 \ | " PPG Paints 3-M Products ij 1 PONT1AC BUICK' ^0Ur ^0me , - ' \ Q The Way You Want It HOMES www.classichomes Intersection US 22I & NC 163 • 1620 NC I63-E 336-246-7077 Evenings b Wesl Jefferson, NC • 336-246-3600 787 Hwy 221, West Jefferson p �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2007 PAGE 7 A COMMUNITY NEWS Duke may have found cause of wrinkles DURHAM, NC -- There's a new wrinkle in the battle against looking old: doctors have discovered it's not grav­ ity that's pulling your skin down - it may be your shift­ ing bone structure. While many thought the Earth's gravitational pull was to blame for sagging facial features, researchers at Duke University Medical Center have discovered changes in the face's underlying bony structure may be the culprit. And, those changes appear to occur more dramatically in women than in men. "This paradigm shift may have big implications for cos­ metic eye and facial surgery," explains Michael Richard, MD, an oculoplastic surgeon at the Duke Eye Center, who presented his research at the annual meeting of the Ameri­ can Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons in New Orleans to­ day. "Our focus has always been on tightening and lifting the soft tissues, skin and muscle in an attempt to cosmetically restore patients' youthful ap­ pearance. Based on this infor­ mation, it might actually be better to restore the underly­ ing bony framework of the face to its youthful proportions." Since growth plates found in most of the body's bones stop growing after puberty, experts assumed the human skull stopped growing then too. However, the bones that comprise the human skull have no growth plates. Using CT scans of 100 men and women, the researchers discovered that the bones in the human skull continue to grow as people age. The fore­ head moves forward while the cheek bones move backward. As the bones move, the overly­ ing muscle and skin moves as well and that subtly changes the shape of the face. "The fa­ cial bones also appear to tilt forward as we get older," ex­ plains Richard, "which causes them to lose support for the overlying soft tissues. That results in more sagging and drooping." The problems from these aging changes extend beyond cosmetic concerns. Drooping tissues around the eyelids can lead to vision problems, dry eyes, and excessive tearing. Richard and colleague Ju­ lie Woodward, MD, Duke's head of oculoplastic and re­ constructive surgery, also de­ termined that women experi­ ence more rapid bone changes then men. That, says Richard, Sparta licence plate agency closes today RALEIGH — Due to the retirement of the contract agent, the Sparta license plate agency will permanent­ ly close at the end of business Friday, Nov. 16. opens new areas of research, including the role of meno­ pause in facial bone growth, and whether drugs commonly used for osteoporosis may af­ fect the aging changes seen in the facial skeleton. Just as important are the implications their research may hold for the future of cos­ metic surgery. "One of the big risks of facial surgery is the potential for hitting the fa­ cial nerve," explains Richard, "which could cause paralysis." Doctors are extremely careful not to touch that nerve and its rare for those complica­ tions to occur. But, he says, "if we can move the focus to the bone surface, away from that nerve, we may create an even safer, less extensive surgical procedure than the ones we perform today." Visit the all-new www.jeffersonpost.com today! Ashe boys claim prizes A skateboarding competition was held at the Appalachian Recreation Center in Boone, N.C., on Saturday, Oct. 27. Nick Seely of Jefferson placed fifth in his division, while Joseph Wheeler of Warrensville claimed second place. The booys took home prizes worth over $400. Both boys are members of the Ashe County Home School Association. They have skated a various skate parks in North and South Carolina as well as Florida. Courses offered Wilkes Community Col­ lege's Small Business Center will be partnering with Wil­ liam Mode, Financial Advi­ sor, Wachovia Securities, LLC and Jason Carlton of gowilkes.com to offer seminars on Identity Theft and Retirement Plans. Pre-registration is re­ quired. To pre-register, please call 336-838-6113 or 336-8386210. Seminars offered at no charge. Avoiding Identity Theft and Financial Fraud November 27 Room 1112 6:00—8:00 pm This presentation will in­ clude information on the 6 warning signs of identity theft, protecting yourself on the internet and what to do if you have become an identity theft victim. Retirement Plans for Small Business January 15 Room 1110 6:00—8:00 pm Participants will learn the significant advantages of Re­ tirement Planning, the multi­ tude of options for small busi­ ness and how to choose a plan that's right for you. REGAL CINEMAS A REGAL E NT ERTAINME*tT BARGAIN SHOWS IN ( ) * Pass I Discount Ticket Restrictions Apply REGAL 7 828-262-3800 800-FANDANGO 254# 2)0 New Market St Center Adv. Tlx on SaleTHE GOLDEN COMPASS (PG-13) Adv. Tlx on Sa/eENCHANTEO (PG) * MR. 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Specifications for the project may be obtained at the Town of West Jeffer­ son Town Hall, 3 South Jefferson Avenue between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Interested parties should submit bid(s) to the Office of the County Man­ ager, Ashe County Government, 150 Government Circle, Suite 2500, Jef­ ferson, NC 28640 by 8:00 a.m. on Monday, November 26, 2007. Inquires should be directed to the Engineer of Record, Summey Engineering Associ­ ates, (336) 328-0902. All proposals should be sealed in opaque envelopes that are clearly labeled as "Hampton Inn Hotel Water/Sewer Infrastructure" Bidders must make positive efforts to utilize small and minority-owned sub­ contractors and suppliers. 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Those from Ashe included Lisa Baldwin, Connie Hardison, Dana Johnson, Kelly Lopp and Lisa Willingham. Delta Kappa Gamma Society meets Mrs. and Mrs. Dustin Aaron Clark Cruey-Clark wed in Laurel Springs Stacey and Vickie Flana­ gan of Crumpler are pleased to announce the marriage of their daughter, Bailey Monee Roland Cruey, to Dustin Aaron Clark, son of Kenneth and Ann Clark of Lansing. The bride is a 2006 grad­ uate of Ashe County High School. She is currently em­ ployed with Learning Thru Play Too and is in pursuit of her associates degree in Business Management. The groom is a 2005 graduate of Ashe County High School and is currently employed with Helton Creek Store and is in pursuit of his EMT-P certification. They were united on Oct. 20, 2007, at Burgiss Barn in Laurel Springs. The bride and groom and their families wish to ex­ press their sincere gratitude to everyone that provided gifts, food apd/or attended the ceremony. Online poetry for teens On Tuesday, November 20, two schools across the state will join North Carolina poet Laureate Kathryn Stripling Byer and performance poet Michael Beadle in an online poetry workshop. Cherokee High School and Manteo High School will per­ form with Byer and Beadle in the Poetry 2.0 workshop, de­ signed by the North Carolina Arts Council and the Depart­ ment of Public Instruction for high-schoolers. Countless oth­ er high schools and interested students can log in via inter­ net to explore the performance of poetry through a real-time audio-visual webcast and an interactive message board. The workshop is designed to be helpful for all students in­ terested in poetry, particularly those preparing for Poetry Out Loud, a national recitation contest and initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts. Poetry Out Loud encourag­ es the nation's youth to learn about poetry through memori­ zation and performance. The online poetry workshop will be webcast live, with class­ es interacting with poets via an interactive message board. The workshop will be held from 11 a.m. until noon. Interested classrooms and participants should contact Cris Crissman at ccrissma@dpi.state.nc.us or visit www.ncwiseowl/teenreadnc for more information. Memorial J |Hospital Auxiliary J 12007 Christmas Tree of Lovelights | Members of the Gamma Delta Chapter (Ashe and Al­ leghany counties) of Delta Kappa Gamma Society Inter­ national attended breakfast meetings in September and October of this year. The September meetingwas held at the Alleghany Wellness Center in Sparta. The mem­ bers were welcomed by Joe Potts, director of the Wellness Center, and the guest speaker was Dr. Mary Elizabeth LyonSmith, M.D. The October meeting was held at Jefferson Landing in Jefferson. Members had an opportunity to showcase their talents. The program included Connie Hardison, who is choral director at Ashe County Middle School singing selections from "The Sound of Music." Judy Morris used her storytelling talents with "The Devil's Stair­ case." Joy Campbell showed a slide presentation of the barn art which enhances the scenic roads of Ashe County. Dr. Susanne Black closed the meeting by singing "Ave Ma­ ria." Many members brought paintings, handmade clothing, flower arrangements, needle­ point and baskets as part of the program. Delta Kappa Gamma So­ ciety International promotes professional and personal de­ velopment of women educa­ tors and excellence in educa­ tion. Officers for 2006-8 are: Suzanne Irwin, president; Susanne Black, first vice presi­ dent; Mintie Saintsing, second vice president; Barbara Lyon, recording secretary; Bonnie Blohm, corresponding • secre­ tary; Mary Rector, treasurer; and Joy Campbell, parlimentarian. Lindsay Critcher Dillard and Joshua Clay Dillard of Jefferson announce the birth of their sun, Hunter Clay Ryan Dillard, who was born on Nov. 2, 2007, at Ashe Me­ morial Hospital. He weighed 7 pounds and was 19 inches long. His grandparents are Lena Main, Robert Dillard and Phyllis and Rick Critch­ er. Selina and Tracy Miller of West Jefferson announce the birth of their son, Devin LeeLyn Miller, who was born on Nov. 6, 2007, at Ashe Me­ morial Hospital. He weighed 6 pounds, 15 ounces, and was 18.5 inches long. He was welcomed home by big brother Jeremy Miller, and his grandparents, Karen and Linville Eller of Lansyig and Gilbert and Ethel Miller of West Jefferson. Tiffany Sturgill and Jon­ athan Weaver of West Jef­ ferson announce the birth of their son, Jacob Douglas Weaver, on Nov. 9, 2007, at Ashe Memorial Hospital. He weighed 6 pounds, 15 ounc­ es and was 19 inches long. Grandparents are Debbie and Johnny Sturgill, Charlene and Bo Taylor, and Kyle Weaver. Stephanie and Christo­ pher Johnson of Jefferson announce the birth of their son, Noah Shawn Johnson, on Nov. 11, 2007, at Ashe Me­ morial Hospital. He weighed 8 pounds and 11 ounces and was 21.5 inches long. Grand­ parents were Lisa and Joe Biondi, Fred Johnson, Wilma and Jesus Granados, and Jerry and Edith Dillard. Melissa and Daniel Testerman of Lansing announce the birth of their son, Jacob Testerman, on Nov. 2, 2007, at Watauga Medical Center. Amanda and Wesley Berry of Todd announce the birth of their daughter, Larson Berry. She was born Nov. 2, 2007, at Watauga Medical Center. Melissa and Jeff Ashley of Warrensville announce the birth of their son, John Mitchell Ashley. He was born Nov. 6, 2007, at Watauga Medical Center. New Business! ACCOUNTING SOLUTIONS Full Service Bookkeeping ON YOUR SIDE We Have It All. Whether you need life, home, car or business insurance, we have a plan that's sure to fit your needs. Get the protection you need and the service you deserve — Call me... 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If you want to help on distribution day let is know. We need your help. Without you we cannot complete this project. Thank you Ashe County for caring about children. Friday November 16 9 a.m.-6 p.m.: Annual Christ­ mas Bazaar at Ashe Services for Aging Senior Center. Wide variety of handmade and com­ mercially made items ideal for holiday gift-giving such as jew­ elry, holiday decorations, col­ lectibles, quilted items, toys and much more along with lots of tasty homemade cakes, cookies, pies, bread and treats. Proceeds benefit the senior center opera­ tion. Located at 180 ChattyRob Lane near the intersection of Ray Taylor Road and Buck Mountain Road in West Jefferson. For in­ formation, call 246-4347. 4-8 p.m.: Fish Fry to benefit Ashe Outreach Ministries and Mobile Meals. $8 Donation for large portion of fish, fries, hushpuppies, slaw, desert and drink. TAKE OUT AVAILABLE. There will be live bluegrass music. Takes place at 9382 Highway 88 West, Clifton. Call 385 -1314 for more info. Saturday November 17 The Ashe County Humane So­ ciety will be holding their an­ nual Photos with Santa event from 10 am to 3 pm on Novem­ ber 3rd and 17th. Come have your pet's picture taken by Cathy Allinder at the Humane Soci­ 6 p.m.: Thanksgiving Service ety Resource Center. Children at Sturgills Baptist Church. Sold may have their photos taken Rock Quartet will sing. Everyone but must be accompanied by is welcome. a pet. The donation amount is. $10 and all proceeds benefit the Ashe County Humane Society. Please call 336-982-4297 for 11 a.m.: Reign of Christ Ser­ more information. vice at Peak Creek Presbyte­ 4-8 p.m.: Fundraiser for can­ rian Church in Laurel Springs. cer victim Eric Weaver at New Rev. Brandon Anderson and the River Fire Department (on Hwy congregation invite everyone to 16). Pinto bean supper, bake attend. sale and singing. Need all kinds of desserts, corn bread and ac­ companiments for beans. Need volunteers to work. Please do­ 7 p.m.: Native American Stud­ nate baked goods, time and ies Group will meet at White money. Call Jack Young (877- Hart Woods on Mount Jeffer­ 4386) or Ernie Mitchell (877- son State Park Road, behind 9274). Lowe's Foods. The group will be 4-7 p.m.: AnnualThanksgiving celebrating its 10th anniversary Supper at Helton Community with a Native American Food Building. Sponsored by Helton Festival. Members will be provid­ Volunteer Ambulance Service ing authentic Indian dishes from and Helton Community Center. various tribes and/or regions of Men on the hot bar: turkey and the country. Members, guests dressing, baked ham, green and newcomers and welcome beans, cranberry sauce, pota­ to come and enjoy the food and toes, gravy, baked apples, corn, fellowship. Any questions, call rolls, yams, drinks and desserts. (daytime) White Hart Woods at Cost: $6 and takeouts are avail­ 246-3600 or (night) Ken Rogers able. at 385-6752. 5 p.m.: Thanksgiving Turkey 7 p.m.: Revival at Volney Bap­ Dinner Fundraiser by Mt. tist Church, each night through Paddy Church Evangelical Dec. 1. Bro. Roger Boyer, Bro. Christian Ladies. Call in orders Mark Lundy and Bro. Don Tate, welcome. Menu of turkey and all Blue Ridge Bible College dressing, rolls, cranberry sauce, teachers, will be preaching. Pas­ candied yams, green beans, tor Doug Halsey and the congre­ pumpkin pie, coffee or tea; $7 gation invite everyone to attend. adults, $4 children under 10. 7 p.m.: Simon Says Back by Popular Demand, presented by "His Kids" and "Adoration" of 2 p.m.: Author Robert Morgan Ashe Schools for Home Educa­ will speak about his latest tion with new songs and multi­ book, a biography of Daniel media presentation at the Ashe Boone, in the meeting room at Civic Center in West Jefferson. the Ashe County Public Library. Another performance on Sun­ This program is made possible day* Nov. 18 at 3 p.m. Admission through the generosity of the is free. Friends of the Library. For more information, call 846-2041. Wednesday November 21 Sunday November 25 Monday November 26 Wednesday November 28 Sunday November 18 11 a.m.: Hanging of Green at Peak Creek Presbyterian Church in Laurel Springs. Rev. Brandon Anderson and the congregation invite everyone to attend. Ongoing Events Phipps Farm Friday Night Jam. Every Friday (rain, sleet, or snow): 7-10 p.m. Admission Free. Venue is Old Time and Bluegrass Mountain Music. All music levels welcome, dancers too. Location: 2425 Silas Creek Rd., Lansing, NC. 28643. Info: Rita or Dawg Wood 336-3842382. How do Huskies' Fans celebrate after each Huskies' victory? They come to the Fifth Quarter. What is the 'Fifth Quarter"? It is a safe alternative and safe activity for high school and middle school students and their parents/friends. The 'Fifth Quarter" is held after each Ashe County High School home football game. The location of the 'Fifth Quarter1 is the Youth Center at Warrensville Baptist Church and the Fellowship Hall of Warrensville United Methodist Church. Activities for the youth include games, music, devotional time and fellowship. This event is sponsored by the Warrensville Baptist, Warrensville United Methodist, Smethport United Methodist, Clifton United Methodist, and Phoenix Baptist Churches. For more information, please call 384-3391. Maintain and improve your German Conversation skills over a cup of coffee at Anne's Place in the heart of downtown Lansing every Wednesday from 2-4. Anne's Place is located at the traffic light across from Main Street Discount. Appalachian District Health Department: The primary Care Clinic is open 5 days a week, 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m. for preventive health care and for treatment of acute and certain chronic illnesses. Charges are based on a sliding fee scale by assessing income and number in family. For information about our services or to enroll in a clinic or receive medical treatment, all persons need to call 246-9449. Appointments are needed for all clinics except General Clinic. Immunizations are given every day, Monday - Friday without appointments. Primary Care: Monday - Friday Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Clinic: Monday Pediatric Clinic: Tuesday Family Planning, Maternity & Colposcopy Clinic: Wednesday Pediatric Nurse Screening & Dental Clinic: Days Vary The Episcopal Parish of the Holy Communion will hold November services at Holy Trinity in Glendale Springs. Holy Communion is celebrated at 10 a.m. Coffee hour immediately follows the service. For information, call the church office at 982-3076. Country Roads Mobile Pharmacy: Ashe County Prescriptions can now be filled in Boone at the Hunger & Health Coalition (the old Health Dept. building off Bamboo Rd.). Medication pick-up days are Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10 am - 2 pm. Clients my call in prescription refills at 828-2621628.Your physician can fax new prescriptions to fax # - 828262-0154. The Ashe County Garden Club meets the second Mon­ day of each month at 6 p.m. If you have an interest in garden­ ing and would enjoy discussing plants, visiting private gardens or touring public gardens, call Lynda McDaniel at 877-3299 for more information. Eligibility for Free Medical Clinic. Tuesdays. 4:00 - 6:00. Anyone interested in receiving free medical care from the Ashe County Free Medical Clinic must come to eligibility screening. To be eligible you must live or work in Ashe County, be between the ages of 19 - 64, have NO form of medical insurance, and pro­ vide proof of income that meets the clinic's policy. Call 846-4649 for an appointment, or come to the clinic (at the red light in Jef­ ferson) on Tuesdays from 4:00 - 6:00. WIC (Supplemental Food Program for Women Infants and Children): If you are a pregnant, breast-feeding or postpartum woman, infant, or child less than five years of age, and meet certain eligibility guidelines, you may qualify to participate in the WIC Program. WIC is a special supplemental food program that provides individually prescribedpackages of food to those who are eligible. There is no cost for this service. If you want to know if you qualify to participate in the WIC program or know someone who does; contact 246-2013. Disabled American Veterans will have BINGO on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the Month at Family Central on the Ashe Central High School Rd. In Jefferson at 7 p.m.. There will be food available at the Morning Star Cafe'. For more information call 336-982-3743. Anonymous Alcoholics Group meets on Mondays and Thursdays at Jefferson United Methodist Church at 7:30 p.m. - Closed Discussion and Saturday at noon - Closed "Big Book Study" - All meetings are non-smoking. Narcotics Anonymous group mWednesdaysand Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. at Jefferson United Methodist Church. The Ashe County team of High Country First in Families (HCFiF) meets every fourth Tuesday of the month in the basement of the Ashe County Library at 4:30 p.m. The purpose of this meeting is to gather resources in the community to help individuals who are developmental^ dis­ abled. Anyone interested in this program is encouraged to attend. For more information call Michelle Idol at 336-6673333 extension 244 or toll-free at (866) 667-3398. Choices for Sustainable Living discussion course offered at the West Jefferson Coffee House Thursdays at 6:30 p.m. Come learn with others how easy it is to live more sustainably. One person really can make a difference! For information call Gerry at the New River Earth Institute 336-877-1860 or visit www. NewRiverEarthlnstitute.org. Mountain Overtones Barber­ shop Chorus now meets Thursdays at 7 p.m. at West Jefferson United Methodist Church. AL-ANON (for family and friends of addicted persons): Meets on Wednesdays at the First Baptist Church in West Jefferson at noon. For details, call 384-1940. Seeing is Believing 19 1 SM Choose a SelectSurfSM bundle, and we'll give you the first month FREE. Try us, and see why we're the BEST choice for your phone and Internet needs. Our convenient bundle of services makes it easy to keep in touch with friends and family. Choose from Internet speeds up to 6.0 Mbps, long­ distance service and our most popular calling features. Call 877-1350 today, and see for yourself why SkyBest is the BEST choice. 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At the same time other things are decreasing: our patience and time. Believe it or not I have one simple cure to all of these problems of expanding and decreasing. It is menu planning. I know that you probably don't believe that this one thing can help you with your weight, debt, patience and time but it can. During this time of year we are rushing around trying to get every­ thing accom­ plished on top of everything else we have to do. We push ourselves till we are about to drop and then all of a sudden you hear that question that is the dread of every woman's heart, "What's for Dinner?" So what do we usually do? We head for the phone or the nearest drive thru. All be­ cause we don't think we have time. What does that do to our disposable income? It builds up our credit card debt and those jeans just don't fit any more. You have placed that hard earned money on your backside and it's not in your wallet either. With our morning rou­ tines, our before bed routines and a basic weekly plan we can know what's for dinner because we have made out our menus, written up a gro- eery list, we have gone to the grocery store and have all the things we need in the house to prepare the meals. All it takes is getting out a piece of paper right here and now. What is stopping you? I don't want to hear that you don't have time! This is just whin­ ing. This one little thing is go­ ing to help reduce the stress in your life. Now grab that paper and no more whin­ ing. Get down your calendar because you will be writing your menus on it. Now think of your family's favor­ ite things to eat. Put them on your calen­ dar. My way of thinking about this had to use what we have in the freezer to save even more money. Check out what is frozen and in your pantry to build these menus. This is easy. Now write down the side dishes to go with the main course. Include a salad as one of them. Put lettuce and spinach on your list and other fresh veggies to make your salad. Most of what you will be buying at the grocery store will be the fresh stuff and staples anyway. We all know what this is (the stuff we al­ ways buy even if we don't have a list): toilet paper, washing powder, milk bread, peanut butter. You know your fami­ ly's favorites and the item we don't like to run out of. Now here is the secret to saving time in the kitchen. When you cut up stuff for one meal do enough for two Reynolds to run for Supreme Court Wake Forest Uni­ versity law profes­ sor Suzanne Reyn­ olds has announced that she will run for a seat on the North Carolina Supreme Court. In announc­ ing her candidacy, Reynolds stated "After 26 years as a law professor, I con­ tinue to be engaged and excited about teaching. At the same time, I know I can be of greater service to the State on the North Carolina Su­ preme Court." Reynolds is the author of' Lee's North Carolina Family Law, considered the leading authority on the subject. She teaches Family Law, Profes­ sional Responsibility, and Con­ tracts, and has taught Business Organizations, Real Property Security, and Legal Research and Writing. A Lexington native, Reyn­ olds received her B.A. from Meredith College, an M.A. in English and journalism from UNC-CH, and her J.D. from Wake Forest Law School. She was a principal draft­ er of statutes that modernized the law of both alimony and adoption, and she co-founded a ground-break­ ing domestic vio­ program lence that was recog­ nized by the American Bar Association for providing legal assistance to the poor. She has earned the NC Association of Women Attorneys' Gwyneth B. Davis award for Public Service and a Distinguished Woman of the Year award from then-Gov­ ernor James Hunt. Before beginning her teach­ ing career, Reynolds practiced law with the Greensboro firm Smith Moore Smith Schell & Hunter. She lives in WinstonSalem with her husband, law­ yer Robert "Hoppy" Elliot, and their dog, Lilah. They have three children, Michael, Caro­ line, and Lillie, all of whom at­ tend UNC. meals and put together two casseroles or two meat loaves. It is just as easy to make two as one; then put the other one in the freeze for those nights you have a busy schedule. Now the key to making this all happen is using your calendar to put the extra meal on the same day next month. If you do this all during the month of November you will have all your meals ready for December. Then you will re­ ally be cruising through the holidays. As part of your before bed routine check your calen­ dar for "What's for Dinner" tomorrow and pull it out of the freezer. When you get up in the morning you can uti­ lize your crock pot so when you walk in the door you are greeted with a home cooked meal! Talk about fast food! This is it and it is so good for you. For more help with menu planning or get some freezer meals put away for the holi­ days go to Leanne's website, www.SavingDinner.com. She has put together a spe­ cial package for us to Cruise Through the holidays. Visit this site: http://savingdinner.com/products/flylady_freezefest.html For more help getting rid of your CHAOS; check out her website and join her free mentoring group at www. FlyLady.net or her book, Sink Reflections published by Ban­ tam and her New York Times Best Selling book, Body Clut­ ter published by Fireside. Copyright 2007 Maria Cilley Used by permission in this publication. Is your bank still asleep at 7:00 am? Not AF Bank. Our Mt. Jefferson office is open from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Also open 8:00 am - 6:00 pm on Saturdays. We make banking easier! Bank (336) 246-4344 | www.afgrp.com FDIC County of Ashe 11-06-2007 North Carolina J 150 Government Circle Suite 2500 Jefferson, NC 28640 Phone (336) 210-2501 I I NO REBATES! REQUEST FOR PROPOSALSTO PROVIDE AMBULANCE SERVICE FOR THE COUNTY OF ASHE, NORTH CAROLINA CONTRACT PERIODTWELVE O'CLOCK NOON JUNE 30, | 2008THROUGH TWELVE O'CLOCK NOON JUNE 30,2014 I This document extends to your firm an invitation to submit a proposal to I supply the County with the service indicated above. Proposals for the above I will be received at the office of the County Manager at or before 2 pm, Friday I December28,2007, at which time the proposals will be opened and reviewed I by the County Manager. Proposals will be reviewed by the County CommisI sioners at their mid-month January, 2008 meeting. Proposals must be typed I or printed in ink. Proposalsshould be clearly marked as "AMBULANCE SER­ VICE PROPOSAL' and six (6) copies addressed or hand delivered to: County of Ashe, 150 Government Circle Suite 2500, Jefferson, NC 28640. All bidders must furnish to the County, upon request, evidence that they are a responsible bidder.The County of Ashe reserves the right to reject any I or all proposals, or to award the proposal, which in its opinion, is in the best interest of the County. It isexpressly stated that the contract will not be awarded on a competitive process, but on the basis of negotiations with the potential Service Providers based on the information submitted in their proposals. For the purposeof communications by the partiesas to matters pertaining to the proposal, the County Manager shall be the agent of the County and all inquiries, complaints, or other communications by the Service Provider shall first be directed to the Manager, and thereafter, if unresolved, may be directed to the Board of Commissioners. Wow! A broncT new RAZR for only $29! Can I get one? Retail Locations_ West Jefferson 1447 CMt. 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Carolina West •^P-Wireless www.carolinawest.com 800-235-5007 �"Uke s So AsfieL w n M, lal emoria a Otiazwl and hardens in and uneral i f tome Had* er 9 invite uou to f e ddicjhts oj Gnristmas a (Commemorative 0( oiidaif Service of conspiration and Remembrance on JUecewiPer 9, 2007 at 2-.cc in the afternoon at: Badae r Juneraf f ome veruone djQelcome Recevtion to tollow ASHEIAWN MEMORIAL CHAPEL, GARDENS 4 MAUSOLEUM F U N BADGER E R A L H O M E �^Sofa^ in 12 colors « Mini1 -^Sunflower Cabinet 40% off regular: $249 ALE: $1 3 /— Free Set of Ironstone with purchase.' \ while supplies last / tht origimt /-"SALE^\ Antique Black f PRICE $349 Cocktail Table Eggshell White i *,A, ;^>|||!P** \End Table N $279y Antique Red Receive $ 100 off whan you purchan the Rectangular I acj labia, 4 Windsor Side Chairs, and 2 Windsor Arm Chairs. 89" Leather Look Fabric « Removable Top Tray Table or Nesting Tables FURNITURE STORE Right on Nort �FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2007 Football Friday Night The Huskies are hosting their second round playoff game of the NCHSAA Football Championship Bears of Pisgah High School vs Huskies of Ashe County Kickoff 7:30 p.m. mail us: Mgraybenlf«JefrcMonPo*l.toiu Gates open 5:30 p.m. This week in Husky sports Huskies look to down confident by Michael Graybeal Sports Editor Heading into the second round of the NCHSAA 2AA Football Championship, the Huskies are hosting their second home playoff game of the tournament following their first round 13-8 victory over South Iredell. Their op­ ponent for the second round is the Bears from Pisgah High School. The Bears are coming into the game with a season record of 9-3 and fin­ ished outright in the first po­ sition of the Western League. The Bears' three losses on the season came from the hands of a talented Tuscola team, Brevard, and then a medio­ cre Mitchell team. Thus far in the season, Pisgah has outscored their opponents by a consistent touchdown with an average of 26.3 points per game to their opponents' 19.4 points per game. Pisgah is believed to head into the game with the Hus­ kies with a primary offense of passing, as they have done all season. In their first round victory over Smokey Mountain, Pisgah passed for a total of 269 yards in a 343yard offensive game. Pisgah's passing threat will be a haz­ ard for Ashe, but games like this are what sports fans live for. Prior to game day arriv­ ing, Pisgah fans have boasted about their believed superior­ ity to the Huskies on a com­ monly used message board on the website NCPreps.com, a website dedicated solely to North Carolina high school athletics. The Pisgah fans on a message board commonly referred to the Huskies 236 loss to North Surry in the sixth game of the season. Re­ gardless of the loss, the Hus­ kies have since then won six unanswered games and outscored their opponents 242 to 91 in those six games, an av­ erage victory of over twentyfive points per game with key victories over a tough Wilkes Central squad, a fierce Starmount Rams team, and then a clutch victory last week over South Iredell. The reference to the North Surry game by the Pisgah fans is shadowed, or should we say 'selectively overlooked' by the Bears' fans to the fact that Wilkes Cen­ tral and Starmount both de­ feated North Surry, as Ashe defeated both Wilkes Central and Starmount during the season. Pisgah fans appear to be trying to prove their might over ihe Huskies by compar­ ing the two teams according to prior games. Pisgah was able to defeat West Hender­ son earlier in the season, and West Henderson beat North Surry, who we know defeated Ashe. However, due to the illegit­ imate comparison of Ashe to North Surry to West Hender­ son to Pisgah, Friday night's game just proves to be more beneficiary for both teams. With Ashe County team fight­ ing for another spot in the re­ cord books, fighting to defend their home field and stadium, and fighting to defend their pride. With a victory, Ashe will have won their second playoff game of the season, and the second playoff game in the history of the Purple and Silver Huskies. Pisgah however, will be playing their first playoff game on the road since the 2005 season. This game brings out the true beauty of sports, the rivalry between passionate sides, the fight for one teams pride, the fact that any team can win any game, but most importantly, the excitement of playing the sports that the athletes love. Around the campus this week, excitement can be seen in the players' eyes, fans' eyes, and coaches' eyes; everywhere you look; anticipation is in the air for Husky Football tonight. With both teams heading into the game fired up and ready to battle, another beautiful as­ pect of sports is brought to light. It does not matter what is posted on the message boards, or which team has the most fans in the stands, the most important under­ lying factor is which team straps on their gear and goes into the game determined to win and fights for the victory. And any athlete will tell you, one of the greatest feelings to an athlete is hearing the cheers of their home crowd following an exciting play, or feeling the rush 6f a trium­ phant victory over a valid op­ ponent in front of a sold out audience. As the Huskies head into the historic game with Pis­ gah tonight, fill Husky Sta­ dium to a point where there is standing room only and cheer on the hometown Hus­ kies to victory. The game is scheduled to kickoff at 7:30 p.m. tonight, with the gates opening at 5:30 p.m. AYBL season opens, Huskies host clinic Post photo by Teresa Roark Laws The youth basketball players in Ashe County got prepared for the upcoming season with a clinic hosted by the men's head basketball coach, Marc Payne and the rest of the coaching staff, and members of the Huskies' Basketball Program this past Sunday at the high school. At the same time, the women's head coach, Laura Foster and her coaching staff and teams hosted a clinic for the female players at Westwood Elementary. Rhoto courtesy ot sara-lodd Stone Congratulations to Caleb Todd-Stone on his winning catch of this 21-inch catfish at a recent Catfish Derby held at Ashe Park. The Jefferson Post originally ran an incorrect picture with the derby results and apologize for the mis­ take. Good catch Caleb! Post photo by Teresa Roark Laws Youth players worked on the fundamentals during the clinic. One participant works on driving to the basket while the other player works on cutting him off defensively. Limited spots remaining for Mighty Mites The Blue Ridge Mighty Mites has a limited number of positions available for any 1st or 2nd grade boy or girl who would like to play basketball. The league is also open for any 3rd grader who missed Junior League sign ups and did not get on a team. The spots are limited and will be on a first come first in basis until all remaining spots are filled. If interested call Mike or Dianne Eldreth at 384-4500 from 7:45-8:30am. Positions will fill up fast so it is important to call A.S.A.P. if interested. November 17 AYBL Schedules 5-6 Grade Boys BLUE RIDGE exercise Sunday at the youth clinic. Ashe County Little Le~~"c announces 2008 officers ACLL 2008 Officers President- Dale Hudler Vice President- Teresa Laws Treasurer- Bill Richardson Secretary- Joe Boccardy VP of Little League- Danny Spencer VP of Softball- Terry Elliott VP of Coach Pitch- Fred Hudler VP of Tee Ball- * Vacant Umpire Chief- Eric Houck Safety/Field Coordinator- Patrick Richie Player Agent- Gary Graybcal Information Officer- * Vacant Coaches Coordinator- Greg Richardson The Ashe County Little League Board of Directors met on Monday, October 29th at the Family Central Complex Large Conference Room for elections of the 2008 ACLL Board officers. "It was generally a meet­ ing for the public to attend for those parties interested in serving on the Little League Board at an officer level or members at large" stated a league representative. The officers of the Little League are elected annually, and the league's next meet­ ing will continue with elec­ tions of officers. The league still has vacant positions to be filled and encourage any one interested in fulfilling these duties to attend the upcoming meeting. The next meeting will in­ volve elections of vacant of­ ficer positions, officer duties, dates for league sign up, pro­ motions, and fund-raisers. If you or any one you know is interested in coming to any of the ACLL Board meetings, please come to the November 19th meeting at 6 p.m. in the Family Central Large Conference Room or call the Ashe County Parks and Recreation Department at 982-6185 for more infor­ mation. 10:00 AM 11:00 AM 12:00 PM 1:00 PM WIZARDS VS MAVERICKS SUNS VS SONICS 76ERS VS BLAZERS NUGGETS VS LAKERS 5-6 Grade Girls Westwood 10:00 AM LADY HAWKS VS JAZZ 11:00 AM MIRACLE VS FEVER 12:00 PM SPARKS VS PANTHERS 3-4 Grade Boys and Girls Mountain View 10:00 AM 11:00 AM 12:00 PM 1:00 PM CELTICS VS SPURS BUCKS VSCAVS GRIZZLIES VS HEAT BOBCATS VS BUCKS Westwood 1:00 PM 2:00 PM STORM VS ROCKERS TIMBERWOLVES VS STARS �PAGE 2B FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2007 JEFFERSON POST SPORTS NCHSAA AA Football Championship 2A West Football Bracket SW Onslow Graham Nside (Jax) First Round Results SW Onslow Nside (Jax) Farmville North Brunswick 9-2 #6 North Brunswick Tarboro 2-A WEST Brevard 22 North Rowan 19 10-2 #6 Goldsboro Greene Central 8-3 #8 South Columbus 11-0 # 1 Lincolnton 42 Mitchell 14 South Columbus Maiden 20 Owen 13 Friday, Nov. 16 Higher seed host Clinton Northeastern Cummings umnnngs West Bladen Newton-Conover 40 East Rutherford 26 East Lincoln West Bladen West Davidson 42 Mountain Heritage 8 Whiteville Monroe East Lincoln West Davidson West Davidson Mountain Heritage 4-7 #16 Owen Friday, Nov. 16 Higher seed host Wilkes Central 35 Bessemer City 12 Maiden Maiden Newton Conover 7-4 #3 East Rutherlord W-S Atkins 32 Starmount 29 5-6 #14 Newton Conover 8-4 #3 Starmount 2-AA WEST Ashe County 13 South Iredell 8 Atkins Wilkes Central Wilkes Central Bessemer Cit' Lincolnton East Lincoln 54 Monroe 20 Lincolnton Brevard Hibriten 28 Forest Hills 21 North Rowan 2AA West Football Bracket Richlands South Brunswick 6-4 #10 Souther Vance Mount Pleasant 42 North Henderson 0 Richlands Souther Vance North Lincoln 38 Bandys 34 West Stanley East Davidson I«edford Ledford Northwood Pisgah 35 Smoky Mountain 14 Cedar Ridge Northwood Salisbury 16 East Henderson 0 Pasquotank Cedar Ridge Reidsville Reidsville Orange \ SouthernJGuilford 8-3 #5 Southern Guilford Ern Guilford Central Davidson Shelby 54 West Stokes 0 Friday, Nov. 16 Higher seed host 9-3 #5 West Henderson 34 North Surry 12 5-6 #13 Hibriten Forest Hills Mt Pleasant 1-A WEST East Wilkes 17 Hayesville 14 Hibriten Mt Pleasant North Henderson 5-6 #15 North Lincoln Robbinsville 20 Alleghany 14 North Lincoln Salisbury Salisbury East Henderson West I Ienderson South Stanley 13 Elkin 2 5-6 #14 4-6 #8 West Henderson North Surry 5-6 #8 1-AA WEST East Surry 13 Chenyville 7 , West Stokes Pisgah Smoky Mountain 6-5 #12 Jordan-Matthews 19 West Wilkes 6 South Iredell Swain County 15 Avery 8 Thomasville 42 South Stokes 0 4-A West Watauga 42 Alexander Central 14 2005 Harley Davidson Falboy 1 owner* 166 miles $13,980 Betty Mahaffey is the winner for last week's Jefferson Post Football J Contest. Congratulations! She guessed more winning teams than any other contestant, and guessed ^closest to the tie-breaking score. . ; - Please play the Jefferson 1N|r . / Post Football Contest a 6/ 7 again next week! 2004TGti^)1500,Silverado i1998lGHeyvISiIvafaclo! Step-Side • Regular Cab • 1 owner PW/PL • Tilt • Cruise • Towing Pkg AM/FM/CD/Cassette Crew Cab • 4X4 • V6 • Auto • Air Tilt • Cruise • AM-FM-Cass. Alloy Wheels* Bedliner Extended Cab • 4X4 • Z-71 Auto • Tilt • Cruise • PW/PL 1 Owner* Extra Clean £0051NI ssanlSentrail!8S3 aWSfftonaaTGRyjEft 2005fJeepIGrarTa[Cherok"eg Factory Warranty • Auto • Tilt Cruise • PW/PL/PM AM • FM • CD 4X4 • 6 Cyl • Auto • Tilt • Cruise AM-FM-CD • Factory Warranty Only 29.000 Miles ^Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest Winner Wanda Hardin and Donnie Tomlinson are the winners for this week's Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest. They both correctly chose the race winner. Jlmmie Johnson, and both guessed closest to the number of caution flags with a guess of 11. Since we have 2 winners, each winner will receive 1/2 of the prize. Thanh you for all of your entries! Please play the Jefferson Post NASCAR Contest again next weeh! All Wheel Drive • 4 Cyl • Auto • Air • Tilt Cruise • PW/PL/PM • SunRoof • Alloy Wheels AM-FM-CD • Factory Warranty •1 owner 1602 Curtis Bridge Road Wilkesboro. NC 28697 336-667-9090 www.TilleyAutoSales.com �PAGE 3B FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2007 JEFFERSON POST The Younger Side THIS DAY IN... Turkey Day Crossword 2 1 3 HISTORY 4 • V • 1963: PRESIDENT JOHN F. KENNEDY WAS ASSASSI­ N A T E D IN D A L L A S DURING A MOTOR­ CADE. 5 6 • 1 9 B 6 : B O X E R MIKE TYSON, AT AGE 20, BECOMES THE YOUNGEST HEAVYWEIGHT C H A M P IN T H E SPORT'S HISTORY. 7 CLUES DOWN CLUES ACROSS 1. Speak 1. Thanksgiving food 4. To rest 2. Cabbage products 5. Flip over 3. Showing appreciation new word 6. Tuber food WHAT THANKSGIVING SIDE DISH 1 & & 0 : ACTRESS LIL­ LIAN RUSSELL MAKES HER DEBUT. 7. the season" SHOULD BE COOKED PRIOR TO BEING USED IN THE TURKEY? squill '£ sinnj^ x 'I I gizzard I UMOQ SFL ONIddfUS : a3MSNV 'L *9 ujnp-g p -\ SSOJDV part of a bird's digestive tract sj.9M.suy How they S A Y It i n . . EtiglrisH: N°W# TURKEY Spanish: PAVO Italian: TACCHINO French: DINDE German: TRUTH AH N O PICTURE• t d V u7 y o BENJAMIN FRANKLIN PRO­ POSED THAT THE TURKEY BE THE OFFICIAL BIRD OF THE UNITED STATES. THE EAGLE WON OUT. Can you guess what the bigger picture featured here is? NIJdWDd fdltf w We Build Your Home The Way You Want It www.classichomeshc.com 19 South Third St. West Jefferson, NC 336-246-2611 Intersection of US 22I & NC 163 *1620 NC163-E West Jefferson. 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(336)984-3760. 500-Mobile Homes for Sale 100-General Services 4 CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING Office Hours Monday - Friday 8 am - 5 pm CLASSIFIED DEADLINES Tuesday's paper (Friday 9:00 am) Friday's paper (Wednesday 9:00 am) IMPORTANT INFORMATION PIANO SERVICE Call for free estimate Larry Carmichael 336-372-4247 310-Musica! Did you know that if you are giving away an animal or item , you can list it for free in the Classifieds. Call 846-7164 for more information If you are a dedicated, person In the case of an error responsible on our part, credit will then Appalachian Brian 350-Wanted to be given for the first Estates is looking for Buy Or Swap incorrect run only. The you. Our Dietary De­ Jefferson Post is partment has openings GRUBB not responsible for for Full-time and PartLOGGING time workers. Must be incorrect copy submit­ Wants to buy large ted by the advertiser able to work some or small tracts of or for typographical weekends and some timber. ALSO: errors which do not week days. 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Shop The Classifieds. 1195-Legals recorded on January 5, 2000 in Book 246 at Page 1014, Ashe County Registry, North Carolina. 1195-Legals Default having been made in the payment of the note thereby se­ cured by the said Deed of Trust and the undersigned, Brock & Scott, PLLC, having been substituted as Trustee in said Deed of Trust by an instrument duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Ashe County. North Carolina, and the holder of the note evidencing said indebtedness having directed th#t the Deed of Trust be foreclosed, the undersigned Sub­ stitute Trustee will offer NORTH for sale at the court­ CAROLINA house door of the NOTICE OF BENJA­ county courthouse MIN G. HURLEY, JR. where the property is ASHE COUNTY located, or the usual AD­ and customary location OF MINISTRATOR at the county court­ THE ESTATE OF house for conducting CLARA D. DeBOARD the sale on November 26, 2007 at 1:00PM, The undersigned, hav­ and will sell to the ing qualified as Admin­ highest bidder for cash istrator of the Estate of the following described Clara D. DeBoard, de­ property situated in ceased, late of Ashe Ashe County, North County, North Carolina Carolina, to wit: this is to notify all per­ sons having claims Being the Gary Ray Triagainst said estate to plett and Kevin Wade present them to the un­ Jestes property as de­ or before dersigned on scribed in Deed Book the 21st day of Febru­ 160 Page 974; Being ary, 2008, or this notice more particularly de­ will be pleaded in bar scribed as: of their recovery. All persons indebted to the BEGINNING on a point said estate will please in the centerline of make immediate pay­ N.C.S.R. #1111, said ment to the under­ point being the south­ signed. eastern corner of the Gary Ray Triplett and This the 16th day of Kevin Wade Jestes November, 2007. property as described in Deed Book 160 Benjamin G. Hurley, Jr. Page 974, thence with the southern line of Kilby & Hurley said Triplett et al prop­ erty S. 64-00-23 W„ P. O. Box 24 passing over a 1/2West Jefferson, NC inch rebar found at 28694 22.79 feet, and pass­ STATE of NORTH ing over a 1142-inch rebar set at 649.94 feet, CAROLINA for a total distance of COUNTY of ASHE 664.93 feet to a point in the centerline of fhe creek, said point being CREDITORS N. 64-00-23E. 119.79 feet from a fence post, Having qualified as said point being the Public Administrator of southwestern corner of the estate of Marquis said Triplett et al prop­ De Laine Hilbert, late erty; thence with the of Ashe County, North western line of said Tri­ Carolina, this is to noti­ plett et al property with fy all person having claims against said es­ the centerline of said creek, twenty courses, tate to present the 1) thence N.37-24-52 same to the under­ W. 6.99 feet to a point, signed to Mr.Jimmy D. 2) thence N. 22-12-43 Reeves, c/o VANNOY W. 35.87 feet to a 6 REEVES, PLLC, P.O. DRAWER 67, West Jef­ point, 3) thence N.3204-41W. 89.70 feet to a ferson, North Carolina 28694, on or before the point, 4) thence N.7048-28 W. 39.19 feet to 7th day of February, 2008, or this Notice will a point, 5) thence N. 80-17-01 W. 26.92 feet be pleaded in bar to to a point, 6) thence N. their recovery. All per­ 52-38-02 W. 29.78 feet sons indebted to said estate are requested to to a point, 7) thence N.35-10-58 W. 31.11 make immediate pay­ feet to a point, 8) ment to the unaerthence N.06-03-41 W. signed. 46.08 feet to a point, 9) thence N.02-48-22 W. This is the 26th day of 69.09 feet to a point, October, 2007. 10) thence N. 12-07-11 W. 21.01 feet to a Jimmy D. Reeves, point, 11) thence N.32Public Administrator 02-47 W. 28.69 feet to 07 SP 138 a point, 12) thence N. NOTICE OF 09-51-12 W. 42.34 feet FORECLOSURE SALE to a point, 13) thence N. 39-56-34 W. 34.10 NORTH CAROLINA, feet to a point, 14) ASHE COUNTY thence N. 07-21-02 E. 38.62 feet to a point, Under and by virtue of 15) thence N. 49-16-59 a Power of Sale con­ W. 28.32 feet to a tained in that certain point, 16) thence N.30Deed of Trust execut­ 32-14W. 43.07 feet to a ed by Keith M Stroud point, 17) thence N. 05Jr. aka Keith M. Stroud, 45-17 W. 16.88 feet to Jr. to CB Services a point, 18) thence Corp., Trustee(s), N.41-34-40 W. 50.33 which was dated De­ cember 30, 1999 and Take notice that on Wednesday, November 21, 2007 at 2:00 pm on the premises of 117 McConnell St., Jeffer­ son, NC, we will offer for sale to the highest bidder for cash all the personal property in Unit #16 leased to Sonya Church, Unit # 23 leased to Gary Eldreth, Units # 9 & 10 leased to Mandy Osborne and Tommy Harrell. For in­ formation, contact Deb­ bie Poe @ 336-2462768. Wilkes Community College Wilkes Community College Maintenance Technician For more Information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu Student Activities Coordinator/Admissions Representative and Admissions Representative/ Athletic Coach For more Information Visit our website www.wilkescc.edu Wilkes Regional Medical Center Caring for our community Wilkes Regional Medical Center is seeking an IT Systems Engineer with 6 or more years of experience for full time employment. Experience should include one or more of the following: MS/Windows servers and desktops, Active Directory, MC/Exchange, Database(s), and Cisco networks. For information on how to apply and other job opportunities, please visit our website at: www.wilkesregional.org EOE 1195-Legals feet to a . point, 19) thence N. 17-57-11 W. 18.07 feet to a point, 20) thence N. 40-5642W. 12.12 feet to a point; thence leaving said creek, N.24-54-13 W. 45.58 feet to a tail­ pipe found, said tail­ pipe being the north­ western corner of said Triplett et al property; thence with the north­ ern line of said Triplett et al property, eight courses, 1) thence S. 68-32-55 E. 39.08 feet to a fence post. 2) thence S. 52-05-39E. 18.82 feet to a fence post, 3) thence S. 7209-34 E. 60.64 feet to a fence post 4) thence S. 52-07-46 E. 46.12 feet to a corner fence post. 5) thence S.40-57-17 E. 30.29 feet to a 3V*4inch rod found, 6) thence N.46-13-53 E. 71.35 feet to a 3'/44inch pipe found. 7) thence S. 48-21-09 E. 210.33 feet to a 1142-inch rebar found, 8) thence N.4834-58 E., passing over a 1142-inch rebar found at 204.38 feet, for a to­ tal distance of 226.31 feet to a point in the centerline of said N.C.S.R. #1111, said point being the north­ eastern corner of said Triplett et al property; thence with the eastern line of said Triplett et al property with the cen­ terline of said N.C.S.R. #1111, ten courses, 1) thence S. 67-21-18 E. 16.56 feet to a point, 2) thence S.81-26-07E. 43.43 feet to a point, 3) thence N. 89-40-40E. 65.06 feet to a point, 4) thence S. 79-03-25 E. 47.46 feet to a point, 5) S. 60-33-54 E. 36.46 feet to a point, 6) thence S. 47-59-31 E. 40.13 feet to a point, 7) thence S. 39-52-05 E. 65.56 feet to a point, 8) thence S.36-05-02 E. 55.83 feet to a point, 9) thence S. 31-14-16E. 61.89 feet to a point, 10) thence S.32-4436E. 91.40 feet to the BEGINNING; contain­ ing 6.970 acres as cal­ culated by coordinate geometry, from field data gathered by the Thomas Herman Com­ pany, P.O. Box 519, Jefferson, NC 296400519, (910) 246-3352, NCRLS L-2633, dated April 22, 1997. Job # 96120701. 1195-Legals 1195-Legals NOTICE TO CREDITORS diately due and owing. Said property to be of­ fered pursuant to this Notice of Sale is being offered for sale, trans­ fer and conveyance "AS IS WHERE IS." There are no represen­ tations of warranty re­ lating to the title or any physical, environmen­ tal, health or safety conditions existing in, on, at, or relating to the property being offered for sale. This sale is made subject to all pri­ or liens, unpaid taxes, any unpaid land trans­ fer taxes, special as­ sessments, ease­ ments, rights of way. deeds of release, and any other encumbran­ ces or exceptions of record. To the best of the knowledge and be­ lief of the undersigned, the current owners) of the property is/are Keith McLendon Stroud, Jr.. An Order for posses­ sion of the property may be issued pur­ suant to G.S. 45-21.29 in favor of the purchas­ er and against the par­ ty or parties in posses­ sion by the clerk of su­ perior court of the county in which the property is sold. Any person who occupies the property pursuant to a rental agreement entered into or re­ newed on or after Oc­ tober 1, 2007, may. af­ ter receiving the notice of sale, terminate the rental agreement upon 10 days' written notice to the landlord. The notice shall also state that upon termination of a rental agreement, the tenant is liable for rent due under the rental agreement pro­ rated to the effective date of the termination. If the trustee is unable to convey title to this property for any rea­ son, the sole remedy of the purchaser is the re­ turn of the deposit. Reasons of such inabil­ ity to convey include, but are not limited to, the filing of a bankrupt­ cy petition prior to the confirmation of the sale and reinstatement of the loan without the knowledge of the trust­ ee. If the validity of the sale is challenged by any party, the trustee, in their sole discretion, Deed Reference: if they believe the chal­ Book 228 Page 837- lenge to have merit, 840, Ashe County Reg­ may request the court istry. to declare the sale to be void and return the Save and except any deposit. The purchas­ releases, deeds of re­ er will have no further lease or prior convey­ remedy. ances of record. Substitute Trustee Said property is com­ Brock & Scott, PLLC B. Wilkins, monly known as 3581 Jeremy Big Flatts Church NCSB No. 32346 Road, Fleetwood, NC 5431 Oleander Drive 28626. Suite 200 Wilmington, NC 28403 A cash deposit (no PHONE: (910) 392personal checks) of 4988 five percent (5%) of the FAX: (910) 392-8587 purchase price, or Seven Hundred Fifty File No.: 07-11185 Dollars ($750.00), Call Sandra at the whichever is greater, Jefferson Post will be required at the time of the sale. Fol­ 336-846-7164 to list lowing the expiration of your business In our the statutory upset bid period, all the remain­ High Country ing amounts are immeBusiness Services Having qualified as Ex­ ecutor of the Estate of Otho Glendal Lane, late of Ashe County, North Carolina, this is to notify all persons having claims against said estate to present them to the under­ signed at 121 Sagewood Road James­ town, North Carolina 27282 on or before the 16th day of February, 2008, or this Notice will be pleaded in bar to their recovery. All per­ sons indebted to the estate will please make immediate payment to the undersigned. This is the 9th day of November, 2007. Janice L. 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Regular weight-bearing exercise and a calclum-rich diet are the best lifestyle measures For more Information and advice, visit aoos.org and rjos.org Directory!!) h o "Fkll e / I lb Jt i s/ e ih Holiday Decor Ornaments • Wreaths • Swags Arrangements • Oil Paintings Furniture Very Best in Lamps & Accesories , Open Weekdays 9:30 - 5:00 • Saturday 9:30 - 2:00* Diversified Interiors & Accessories, Inc. Hwy 421 W. Wilkesboro (next to McLean Floor Covering) 336-973-3005 Appalachian Ski Mtn. is now taking applications from enthusiastic, customer service oriented individuals for fulltime seasonal employment for the upcoming ski season beginning November 16th. Applications are being accepted for the following areas: Snowmaking Reservations Nursery Office Security Ski Shop Equipment Rentals Restaurant Ice Skating Lift Operations Gift Shop Terrain Park Ticket Cashiers Apply in person at the Main Office on the lower level of the lodge 9am-4pm, Monday-Friday �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2007 PAGE 5B COMMUNITY NEWS Program offers tips on avoiding holiday weight gain RALEIGH—The second annual Eat Smart, Move More...Maintain, don't gain! Holiday Challenge will begin on Nov. 19. This free, six-week Internet-based program pro­ vides strategies, tips and re­ sources to combat the weight gain that the average person experiences during the holi­ day season. Most people gain between one and five pounds over the holidays. The amount of weight gained varies from person to person, but most do not ever lose those extra pounds. "The important thing is for people to just maintain their weight during the holidays," says State Health Director Leah Devlin. "From Thanks­ giving through the end of the year, we are bombarded with food and beverages at every social gathering while find­ ing ourselves with very little time to be active. With all of the sweets and treats that the season brings, this is not the time for anyone to try and lose weight, but we do want to keep people from gaining." The challenge is open to everyone. Whether already at a healthy weight or car­ rying a few extra pounds, ev­ eryone can benefit from the tips on how to enjoy the holi­ days without over-indulging. Those interested in partici­ pating can register at www. MyEatSmartMoveMore.com. Participation is free. The challenge is designed to help people manage the triggers that cause them to gain weight over the holidays. 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I read the news­ letter each week and used the tips they gave me. I didn't lose any weight, but I didn't gain any either!" Sanders also plans to do the challenge again this year. She will be blogging about her experiences on www.MyEatSmartMoveMore.com to help others overcome the chal­ lenges they face while trying to maintain their weight. Eat Smart, Move More... Maintain, don't gain! Holi­ day Challenge is a part of the Eat Smart, Move More...NC movement to increase healthy eating and physical activ­ ity opportunities wherever North Carolinians live, learn, earn, play and pray. Find out more at www.EatSmartMoveMoreNC.com. an activity log, and a weight log are available to download from the website. In the 2006 inaugural challenge, over 2,200 people participated from around the state. Of those who completed the challenge, 85 percent re­ ported that they maintained their weight. Debbie Crane is one of the participants who maintained their weight using the chal­ lenge last year. "The challenge was a very positive experience," says Crane. "Getting the email message every week really helped to keep me focused. The topics covered were right on target and the reminders were terrific. It was the first time I have ever been able to 'maintain' during the holiday season. I'm looking forward to doing it again this year." 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PREAM ' WE SHOULP ALSO REFLECT ON MOW FORTUNATE WE ARE TO LIVE IN SUCH A GREAT ANP BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY.' AS ELEANOR ROOSEVELT ONCE SAIP, * IF ANYONE WERE TO ASK ME WHAT THE PURPOSE OF UFE IS, I WOULP SAY THE OPPORTUNITY FOR POING A K#*> THING FOR SOMEONE ELSE EACH PAY..B4 NO OTHER WAY, I AM CONVINCED, CAN TRUE 7%-RJ HAPPINESS BE OBTAINED" HAPPY THANKSGIVING BY DON TRACHTE HAI'R BACK if Nerr KOMPWTLY ®AR8eR , 5AT/5P.-6D ' 5H0P j. 2DON 7R*WTg Answers h • Mon - Wed Children's Meals FREE \ lunch & diner \ • Adults 1/2 price (NO COUPONS Diner) 1 ¥ • Christmas Package 247-8 Mountain Jefferson Road • West Jefferson, NC J0MSUV Ashe County Humane Society Pets for Adoption Molly is a wonderful Max is a "rescue" kitty of apx 1 yr of age. The good samaratin Cody is a 5-7 yr old Hima­ who found him can only keep layan male whose owner him the rest of this week. He can no longer keep him. loves attention and deserves a He is declawed and must "second chance". Please "fos­ be an inside cat. Won't ter" him if a permanent home is you be his new family. not possible. young adult lab mix, already spayed. She loves kids and cats and is presently with a lov­ ing foster mom who is Adopt a new best friend! This mini-horse that is around 2/1/2 years old gelding was im­ pounded by Animal Control .We will be accepting sealed bids unAce is a 1 year old male till 11-15-2007. Please send your bids to Animal Control/ 767 Fred American Bulldog / Boxer Pugh Rd. I Crumpler, NC 28617 mix that is very sweet. Also potiential bidders may call us at 982-4060 to set up appoint­ ments to view the horse. Female DSH Female DSH that that is around 4 is around 1 year months old. old. allergic to dogs so must find him a home. 336-982-4297 Saturday is Pet Adoption Day from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. AC Humane Society Pet Resource Center is located directly in front of the Armoiy on Old Hwy 16. We also have pets available for adoption on our web sit www.ashehumanesociety.org Mailing address: P.O. Box I776 • West Jefferson, NC 28694 Email: ashehumane@skybest.com 4 T Female hound mix that is around 4 months old. Male Shepherd around 2 years old. mix IMPWPHH Mitchell is a lab mix , . . . ' . Female lab mix that is that is around 2 around 2 years old. o)d To contact Ashe Animal Control, call (336) 982-4060, or visit them at 767 Fred Pugh Road, Crumpler. Their normal business hours are from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday. �PAGE 8B FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2007 JEFFERSON POST COMMUNITY NEWS Parkway Boone, NC - FRIENDS of the Blue Ridge Parkway an­ nounced today the formation of its first college chapter at Appalachian State Univer­ sity in Boone, NC. The Ap­ palachian State University chapter is currently recruit­ ing members who love the Parkway and are willing to volunteer their time to help with Parkway projects that are brought to the attention of the FRIENDS organiza­ tion by the National Park Service. Due to federal budgetary shortfalls, the NPS was un­ able to fill 57 vacated staff positions this year. One in four unfilled staff positions has resulted in campgrounds, picnic areas, visitor centers and other facilities opening later in the spring and clos­ ing earlier in the autumn. Downed trees are cleared less frequently, vistas have become overgrown, restrooms are cleaned less often, and the mowing schedule is greatly reduced. The Park Service relies on FRIENDS of the Blue Ridge Parkway for volunteers and funding to help it continue at the level its visitors expect. FRIENDS engages Parkway communi­ ties to form chapters to carry on the workload and projects the Parkway requests. The chapter held an orga­ nizational meeting of about 25 interested students Oc­ tober 18, 2007 under the guidance of faculty advisor, Heather Preston, Depart­ ment of Communication at Appalachian State Univer­ sity. Preston notes that the chapter idea "was the brain­ child of my students in Pub­ lic Relations Practices. They chose the Blue Ridge Park­ way as a client for the se­ mester, so a student-run uni­ versity chapter of FRIENDS was the ideal choice to help the Parkway accomplish its mission to preserve regional culture." The chapter completed all requirements for starting a chapter on campus by creat­ ing a constitution which was reviewed by the university's Club Council and passed on to the Director of the Cen­ ter for Student Involvement and Leadership where it was granted final approval. The chapter has designed its own logo for use on apparel and other merchandise to assist with their fundrais- ing efforts. Membership in FRIENDS will be discounted for students with part of the dues going back to the chap­ ter to assist them with plan­ ning their projects. Dr. Neva Specht, Universi­ ty Liaison to the Blue Ridge Parkway, notes that "hav­ ing a Blue Ridge Parkway FRIENDS' chapter on cam­ pus provides a great opportu­ nity for student involvement with the Parkway. As more faculty and staff work on Parkway related research, it makes sense that more stu­ dents will be interested in volunteering for the Parkway. The creation of the Chapter will now give them a way to get involved. I am especially excited because the idea for the chapter came from inter­ ested students; it shows how important the Parkway is to them and to the University." The first official chapter meeting will be held Novem­ ber 14, 2007 at 6:30 p.m. in the Multicultural Center, room 112, on the first floor of the Plemmons Student Union. The meeting will in­ troduce club officers, the club's mission, membership details, advisory staff, and upcoming events for next se­ mester. Preston anticipates an even greater attendance at this meeting. Using the so­ cial network of Facebook, the chapter hopes the 35 mem­ bers of this group will all turn out for the inaugural meeting to help the chapter accom­ plish its objective of creating a strong club membership. Caroline Thompson, presi­ dent of the chapter, states that "Appalachian State is extremely excited about forming the first chapter of FRIENDS on a college cam­ pus, and we look forward to helping the FRIENDS orga­ nization with local projects and planning". In addition to the Appala­ chian State University chap­ ter, FRIENDS has four other active chapters: Roanoke Valley (Va.), Rocky Knob (Floyd County, Va.), Fisher Peak (Galax, Va.) and Asheville (Asheville, NC). If you would like to be­ come a FRIENDS member or support FRIENDS projects and initiatives with a dona­ tion, please visit our website at www.BlueRidgeFRIENDS. org or call the FRIENDS of­ fice at 800-228-PARK (7275). African-Americans add $44.7 billion to state's economy CHAPEL HILL—North Carolina's growing African American population con­ tributes more than $44.7 bil­ lion to the state's economy through its purchases and taxes - $22,272 per black resident - while costing the state budget $4.5 billion or $2,498 per black resident - for health care, education and corrections, according to a new report by researchers at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. If recent growth trends continue, the total economic impact of black spending in the state could increase to $60 billion by 2009. These were among key findings of "The Economic. Impact of the African Ameri­ can Population on the State of North Carolina," a new re­ port that details the impact of African American spending and employment, state gov­ ernment costs for education, health care and corrections, and ways North Carolina can better capitalize economical­ ly on its significant African American population. "This study shows that clear opportunities exist for financial institutions and other businesses to capital­ ize on this growing market," said Andrea Harris, presi­ dent of the North Carolina Institute of Minority Eco­ nomic Development, major funder of the study. "It also offers recommendations for expanding economic oppor­ tunity and impact." The study was conducted by the Frank Hawkins Ke­ nan Institute of Private En­ terprise, part of UNC's Kenan-Flagler Business School. It follows the institute's Jan­ uary 2006 report on the eco­ nomic impact of the state's Hispanic population. The report is available online at www.kenaninstitute.unc. edu. Among the findings of the study, which used 2004 and 2005 data for analysis: •North Carolina's African American population totaled 1.8 million, or 21.8 percent of the state's total population, and accounted for 20.4 per­ cent of the state population growth from 1980 to 2004. •Forty-two percent of the African American popula­ tion is concentrated in six metropolitan counties: Meck­ lenburg, Wake, Guilford, Cumberland, Durham and Forsyth. •The state's African American population is sub­ stantially younger (median age 32) than the state's white population (median age 39). •African Americans are less likely than whites to live in nuclear families (41.1 per­ cent versus 70.1 percent) and more likely to live in singleparent families (42 percent versus 11 percent). •African American house­ holds (average size 3.3 per­ sons) tend to be larger than white households (average size 3.0 persons). •African Americans ac­ counted for 29.3 percent of the state's overall workforce increase between 1995 and 2005, with two sectors - edu­ cation and health services (118,522) and leisure and hospitality services (71,034) - absorbing the largest in­ creases of workers. • The median education level for both blacks and whites is a high-school di­ ploma. However, a $19,570 difference exists between the two groups in median house­ hold income and an $11,970 difference exists in per-capita income. •Racial disparities in earnings and income are due primarily to the fact that blacks are more likely than whites to be concentrated in low-paying occupations within North Carolina in­ dustries. •The share of African Americans incarcerated in North Carolina (59.4 per­ cent of all people incarcer­ ated in the state) is nearly three times their share of the state's total population (21.8 percent). •African Americans annu­ ally pay $3.8 billion in state and local taxes (direct and indirect), while costing state and local budgets about $4.5 billion annually for K-12 ed­ ucation ($2.7 billion), health care ($1.3 billion), and cor­ rections ($453 million), for a net cost to the state of about $759 million, or approxi­ mately $420 per resident Governor announces internships for state's college students RALEIGH - Gov. Mike Easley this week announced that North Carolina residents at­ tending a college, university, technical institute or commu­ nity college can now apply for paid state government intern­ ships for 2008. Applications will be accepted through Jan. 23, 2008, for 100 summer in­ ternships. Last year, summer internships were offered to 98 students. This year 100 stu­ dents will be granted State Government Internships. "The State Government Internship Program offers students real-world experi­ ence in a wide range of state government workplaces," Easley said. "I am pleased that it has expanded to give more students an opportunity to work in their chosen field and to consider rewarding careers in public service." Paid summer internships are available in locations across the state. They provide North Caro­ lina students with profes­ sional work experience that integrates education, career development and public ser­ vice. Opportunities exist in nu­ merous recognized fields of study, from architecture to zoology. Interns earn a stipend of $8.25 per hour and work 40 hours per week in the sum­ mer. They also participate in seminars, tours or other ac­ tivities designed to broaden their perspective of public ser­ vice and state government. To be eligible for the pro­ gram, a student must be a North Carolina resident with an overall grade-point aver­ age of 2.5 or better on a 4.0 scale, and must have complet­ ed at least one year of study. To qualify for a position des­ ignated for law interns, a stu­ dent must have completed at least one year of law school. Interns are selected through a competitive pro­ cess overseen by the N. C. Internship Council. Se­ lection is based on a review of applications by the coun­ cil, student interviews with prospective supervisors, aca­ demic records, participation in extracurricular activities and interest in state govern­ NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE PROPOSED WIDENING OF NC 88 FROM NC 194 TO US 221 BUSINESS IN JEFFERSON TIP Project No. U-3812' Ashe County The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) will hold the above Design Public Hearing on November 29, 2007 between the hours of 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. at the Ashe County High School Cafeteria, 184 Campus Drive, West Jefferson, 28694. Interested individuals may attend at their con­ venience during the above stated hours. Please note there will NCDOT proposes to improve safety on NC 88 and improve a link between NC 194 and the Town of Jefferson. There will be four alternatives presented during the hearing. The project calls do our families, friends and our neighbors that helped us in our time of sadness; iJlianh you for all thx! food beautiful flowers, cards, memorials, phone calls, visits and most of a(itie tove praifcrs. for correcting a restricted roadway with poor horizontal and vertical alignment. The project is about 1.6 miles in length. The purpose of this workshop is for NCDOT representatives to provide information, answer questions, and accept written comments regarding the location and design of this project. Preliminary designs for these alternatives will be presented at the hearing for public comments. Additional right of way and the relocation of homes and businesses will be required for this project. ^yf special thanh you to tlunJdospice staff lldoone family fJuneraL/Jome &BL fZidp Wedr- and the NCDOT County Maintenance Office, 296 Buffalo Road, West Jefferson, 28694. greatly appreciated during ddranhlins illness death Jt is our prayer that Cjod will rich ly lless all of you. Anyone desiring additional information may contact Ms. Kimberly Hinton, Human Environment Unit, 1583 Mail Service Center. Raleigh, NC 27699-1583, phone (919) 715-1595, fax (919) 715-1522 or email khinton@dot.statc.nc.us. NCDOT will provide auxiliary aids and services under the Americans with Disabilities Act for disabled persons who wish f fancu Uucher Tdami (u to participate in this hearing. Anyone requiring special services should contact Ms. Hinton as early as possible so that arrange­ ments can be made. 1 1 -M R N N M tf'-'K' ® M * 'O OPTIONAL WIRELESS CONTROL S3STEM FOR ONLS $69 '•#; THE SUZUKI KINEgURD. EVERYTHING RBDUT IT IS BUILT TO LRST. EXCEPT THIS DERL! JF KINGOUPD Draft Section 4(f) Evaluation - are available for public review at the Town of Jefferson, 302 East Main Street, Jefferson, 28640; col id sport. _4(1of your acts of I indueSS were ran 1 4 G E T LiLMJI A map setting forth the design of the project and a copy of the environmental document - Environmental Assessment (EA) and CiT3 economy; • Providing entrepreneur­ ial training and support for ex:offenders, who are largely unemployable, so they can develop their own small busi­ nesses and, in turn, employ others; •Improving K-12 educa­ tion, particularly for major­ ity-black schools, through intensive leadership and management training for school administrators and re­ structuring the curriculum, with particular emphasis on entrepreneurship education. Researchers released the study findings at a briefing on the UNC campus. A panel discussion on the study findings followed, taped for later broadcast by UNC-TV's Black Issues Fo­ rum. Panelists were John­ son; Harris; Rev. William Barber, president of the N.C. Conference NAACP; Julius Chambers, attorney, former chancellor of North Carolina Central University in Dur­ ham and current director of the Center for Civil Rights at the UNC School of Law; and Julianne Malveaux, presi­ dent of Bennett College for Women in Greensboro. ment. Details about the program and a listing of summer 2008 internships are available by calling the Youth Advocacy and Involvement Office in the N.C. Department of Adminis­ tration at 919-789-5880, or by visiting its website at www. ncyaio.com. Information also is available in campus career services or cooperative educa­ tion offices. be no formal presentation. Card of J anhs k after their tax contributions are considered. "The net cost to the state budget must be seen in the broader context of the aggre­ gate benefit blacks bring to the state economy," research­ ers John D. Kasarda, direc­ tor of the Kenan Institute, and James H. Johnson Jr., director of the institute's Ur­ ban Investment Strategies Center, wrote in the study. "Black-owned businesses, for instance, are also important employers of North Carolin­ ians, creating almost 85,000 jobs. Above and beyond their direct and indirect impacts on North Carolina business revenues, black workers contribute immensely to the state's economic output and cost competitiveness in a number of key industries." Three areas of opportu­ nity could significantly ex­ pand the economic impact of African Americans in North Carolina, researchers said. 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Suzuki, the "S" logo, and Suzuki model and product names are Suzuki trademarks or ®. © American Suzuki Motor Corporation 2007. �JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2007 PAGE 9B COMMUNITY NEWS IRS owes N.C. taxpayers $5.25 million GREENSBORO — The Internal Revenue Service is looking for 3,267 North Caro­ lina taxpayers who are due refund checks worth about $5.25 million after those checks were returned as undeliverable. The refund checks, aver­ aging about $1600, can be claimed as soon as taxpayers update their addresses with the IRS. Some taxpayers have more than one check waiting. "Taxpayers who did not receive their refund this year should definitely contact the IRS as soon as possible so that they may get the money they are entitled," said IRS spokesperson Mark Hanson. The "Where's My Refund?" tool on IRS.gov enables tax­ payers to check the status of their refunds. A taxpayer must submit his or her social security number, filing status and amount of refund shown on their 2006 return. The tool will provide the status of their refund and in some cases pro­ vide instructions on how to resolve delivery problems. Taxpayers can access a telephone version of "Where's My Refund?" by calling 1-800829-1954. Most Refunds The number of undeliverable refunds each year is a relatively small portion of all refunds returned to taxpay­ ers. So far in 2007, the IRS has processed nearly 105 mil­ lion refunds, totaling about $240 billion, either by mail or direct deposit. In fact, undeliverable re­ funds account for less than one-tenth of 1 percent of all refunds, or about one in a thousand. A refund check is nor­ mally returned as undeliver­ able when a taxpayer moves without updating his or her address with either the U.S. Postal Service or the IRS. • Telephone Tax Refund The list of taxpayers due undeliverable refunds this year rose about 21 percent from 95,746 last year. The sharp increase is due in part to the Telephone Excise Tax Refund. The refund is a one-time payment avail­ able on 2006 federal income tax returns. It was designed to return to taxpayers previ­ ously collected long-distance telephone taxes. Individuals, businesses and tax-exempt organizations are eligible to request it. Updating Your Address Refund checks are mailed to a taxpayer's last known ad­ dress. Checks are returned to the IRS if a taxpayer moves without notifying the IRS or the U.S. Postal Service. Taxpayers can update their addresses with the IRS on the "Where's My Refund?" feature. 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After all, that's where the TV, movie player, stereo, bar and most of the kids' toys are kept. It's also the room where you bring guests when you enter­ tain; but how efficient is the lighting you have in that room? Probably not very. "Most people just have overhead lighting or may­ be a couple of recessed cans in the ceiling in their entertainment rooms, but with so much going on in there, you really need a better plan," says Joe Rey-Barreau, education consultant for the Ameri­ can Lighting Association (ALA) and associate pro­ fessor at the University of Kentucky. He recommends that people start the process by making a list of the activities they plan to do in their entertain­ ment room. These would likely include watching TV, sitting on the couch and reading a book, play­ ing pool, hosting a party or playing with the kids. "With so many activities going on, you need to lay­ er the light so you'll have it where you need it," says Rey-Barreau. And here's how to do it: 1. Start with general room lighting in the ceiling, which can be achieved ei­ ther through a large fix­ ture in the center of the room or recessed cans, and put them on a dim­ mer. "Having the ability to dim the lights is critical for a lot of reasons," says Hen­ ry Scott, general manager of Meletio Lighting and Electric in Dallas. "When you're watching TV, you don't want the light from above to contrast with what's happening on the screen. Plus it gives you the ability to create ambi­ ance in the room." 2. Light the sitting ar­ eas with floor and table lamps. When you're sitting on the couch talking to some­ one or reading a book, you want the lighting to be bright and focused. You need to supplement the light from above that will be soft and scattered. 3. Add task and accent lighting to the bar and game table area. For the bar area, you can do this by hanging two or three mini pendants from the ceiling, adding toekick lighting under the cabinets and below the bar stools, and illuminat­ ing the inside of cabinets to show off glassware and collectibles inside. "All three applications require similar low volt­ age, so you can put them all on a single transform­ er, which is nice," says Rey-Barreau. Over game tables, a pop­ ular option is to hang a special pool table lamp with three light sources that will work together to eliminate shadows. Toe-kick lighting under the table itself is also a popular addition. 4. Planning to do a lot of entertaining in the space? Phil Scheetz of Lutron Electronics in Coopersburg, Pa., recommends you put your lighting ASK THE PROPERTY PRO on a remote control sys­ tem. "This will allow you to set the lighting in the room just right for any activity from the comfort of your easy chair," says Scheetz. "With the click of a button you can turn on the wall scones or lights over the pool table, shine lights on photographs on the bookcase, or dim them for a movie; and at the same time, by going with a system like this, you're reducing energy use and extending the life of your light bulbs." For more ideas on how to decorate the entertain­ ment room, or any other room in the house with light, log on to the Ameri­ can Lighting Association's Web site: www.americanlightingassoc.com or call (800) BRIGHT-IDEAS, that's (800) 274-4484. Courtesy of ARAcontent 1.266,000 19 Acres with Creek Front Big Horse Creek frontage, two homes and barn. Located in Lansing $176,500 <es dounty Acreage 26+ Acres of picturesque mountain views, waterfalls and creek in the Millers Creek area. Rocking Chair View 3 Bedroom home with mountain & pastoral views.earage/wrkshop, antique barn, landscaped yard. Sell Your Property Here $ 1(H),000 $468,443 urry County Acreage 52+Aeres located inside the Elkin City limits. 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" Business 336-246-2664 Kent Estate for Your World !1. www.jeffersonpost.com Main Street Discount Q. Our family is growing. We A. Yes! It is a buyer's market. While there are plenty of properties to chose from on the market and sellers are a little nervous, there are bargains to be had for a savvy buyer. It's a great time to buy. Do your research and then call a rep­ utable agent. Determine the items that are most important to you, whether location by school district, number of bedrooms, basement or bonus level for future expansion. It s also helpful to contact your bank first and get a pre-qualification let­ ter. This will guarantee that any offer you present is considered seriously. www.ALRE-BlueRidge.com Dogwood Realty SERVING ASHE COUNTY FOR OVER 30 YEARS 592 South Main St. • Jefferson, NC 28640 336-246-7455 • Toll Free - 1-800-789-1312 FAX 336-246-4532 Ready to sell? Need help deciding on your remodel project? Call the Property Pro. I'll be glad to help you market your home for the most money in the shortest amount of time. Buy Your Home Today with 100% Financing & Absolutely No PMI Mt. Jefferson Mortgage 126 Roby Poe Road (336) 982-6020 • Specializing in 100% loans with government guarantees. • Loans are available for the purchase of either new or existing homes. • Fixed Interest Rates. • 100% of the home value can be borrowed. Even closing costs can be included in the loan if the home value permits. • Other loan types are also available. If you arc in the process of buying a home or just thinking about purchasing a home and want additional information contact * Mt. Jefferson Mortgage at 982-6020. J155834. LARGE HOME NEAR THE PARKWAY - Glendale Springs Area5BD 3.5 BA home on 1.8+ acres. This home is freshly remodeled in and out. Home offers private master suite on main level, also large sunroom, deck, fireplace, 4 car storage, huge work­ shop, guest cottage, stream, small orchard and more. $587,500 J155903. JUST REDUCED-MOBILE HOMEWITHVIEWS-COMPLETELY REMODELED WITH VIEWS TO This single wide with a stick built addition is a steal. Home is freshly painted inside and out, new vinyl, new carpet, pergo flooring with new lighting fixtures throughout. This home has a beautiful view of the river and Phoenix Mtn, not to mention the immaculate landscaping: What more could a buyer ask for. $99,000 BOOT! LOT - Fabulous 3BD/2BA home on a large, open, level lot with a bold creek running through it is perfect for that quiet retreat you have been looking for. This home features one level living with large open kitchen, hdwd floors, new gas furnace and custom oak built-in enter­ tainment center that includes a large screen TV. This home is move-in ready! $185,000 - Newly constructed rustic log cabin has everything you need and more. This home has three finished levels-4 BR, 3BA. The lower level has been completely finished and has a full kitchen, custom cabinets, a separate washer/dryer hookup, two rooms and a full bath. The lower level can be accessed through the main level or from a private exterior entrance. Great for in-laws, NEW CUSTOM HOME in Hillside Oaks. 3BR/2BA, main floor living, Mountain. Basement, covered front low maintenance exterior, full porch. Nature Conservancy on side basement, hardwood floors, oak and back for added privacy. $189,500 cabinets, appliances. 1.25+ acres. views of Mt. Jefferson and Phoenix #154106 2 HOUSES WITH 1,000+ FT. OF RIVER FRONTAGE AND GREAT LOCATION! 3BR/ 2BA cape cod home with RANCH AND 2BR OLDER UPGRADED separate dining room, large FARMHOUSE. 3 YEAR OLD BARN sunny kitchen, reduced to WITH CONCRETE FLOOR, HEATED $229,000 #155223 5+ ACRES! NICE 3BR/2BA BRICK GREENHOUSE. $475,000 # 1 55168 2BA VICTORIAN HOME on 1 close to all amenities without being in the city limits. Den, 2 fireplaces, Creek. Large balcony to enjoy the basement game room, full walkout views. Barn, perfect garden spot. basement, garage, carport. Wood floors. $205,000 #156420 $189,900 #155224 acre with frontage on Big Horse J156138. HOME IN NC DREAMS - BEAUTIFUL LONG RANGE VIEWS Riverfront and almost level lot. Cozy getaway with screened porch and gazebo to enjoy river views and sounds. Ready to move in and enjoy. Most furnishings stay. $279,000 ESTATES- Land Listings: from All 3 Levels! This 5 Bed, 3 Bath, 2 kitchen, FULLY FURNISHED Home has decking on two levels and has two separate living areas. Great room fea­ tures Stone Fireplace, wood floors and spiral staircase leading to Bed and Bath + Loft + Bonus Room on upper level. Lower level includes wall mounted Buck Stove Fireplace, ceramic tile floors, and Laundry Room. $425,000 LOOKING FOR LAND? WE H/ VE TRACTS IN ALL SIZES! 21 ACRES with over 1,240 feet trout stream frontage on Horse Creek. Fix-up farmhouse behind creek with great views of the river. $299,900 #154873 LEVEL LOT located at the end of a road in scenic Creston. Walk to the New River. .77 acres. $15,900 #154631 PHOENIX WOODS - 2 V* to 8 acre tracts with bold long range views. Level to sloping, wooded and some clearing. $85,000 to $149,000 #155635-40 "WE OFFER BUYER REPRESENTATION" J151324. GREAT VIEWS OF BLUFF MOUNTAIN - This 0.982 acre lot has a great driveway to the top w/long range views. Lot #97 is wooded & sloping. Ready for your home. $35,000. J151701. THREE TOP MOUNTAIN - If peace & quiet is what you want, then this lot is for you. Enjoy the sounds of the rushing creek across the CALL 246-7455 FOR A COMPLETE LISTING OF LAND & HOME OFFERINGS. road, while staying cool in the large canopy of trees. $12,000. THIS IS ONLY A SMALL PORTION OF THE PROPERTIES WE OFFER FOR SALE. FOR COMPLETE LISTS, CALL OR COME BY OUR OFFICE IN WEST JEFFERSON. TO SEE MORE OF OUR LISTINGS, CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT www.c21 heritagercaliy.com FREIDA BARKER FRANCES GOODHAKT RALPH REEVES MICK PHILLIPS JACK RIKLLY STEPHANIE DARNF.I I MARK BOWER SHERMAN LEE PEGGY HOEI'I GLENN TAYLOR RICHARD EDMONSON DAYNA PRICE CALL TOLL-FREE - 1-800-789-1312 CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE: www.UCDogwoodRealty.com �REAL ESTATE JEFFERSON POST FRIDAY, NOVEMBER . , 2007 PAGE 11B Renewed Life through after-remodeling cleanup By Cynthia Inman, a.k.a. "ASK CINDY" (MS) - If you are like most who get involved with home remodel­ ing, you reach a point that you are praying that the contractors will finish and allow your fam­ ily to get on with life. In fact, if you're toward the end of the pro­ cess, all of your family members are feeling as they have eaten about as much saw dust and sheetrock powder as remains in die walls themselves. These carpenters are not the same as a cleaning service. If you're lucky, your contract indicates that your remod­ eled rooms will be left "broom swept." Therefore, if you've already begun your remodeling process, you realize that you're go­ ing to have to bring clean­ ers in to get your place in livable condition, and if you haven't begun - please make sure to put it in your plans and budget. Assessment/Scheduling Unfortunately, many people don't make the ini­ tial after-remodeling clean­ ing plan and consequendy are often shocked when diey realize that diey must add die cost to an already taxing budget. Well, allow me to say that After-con­ struction or After-remodel­ ing Clean-up is an absolute imperadve in order for you family to be able to move on with your lives. Let me walk you through the process. Please realize that ef­ fective planning and coordina­ tion is just as necessary between cleaning contractors and remod­ eling contractors as between dif­ ferent trade's contractors (i.e., carpenters, plumbers and elec­ tricians) . Failure to properly co­ ordinate die cleaning task with die completion of the remodel­ ing work will only create confu­ sion, frustration and wasted time and money. You must schedule your cleaners after remodeling is finished. The first thing to do, in con­ nection widi the plan, is for the cleaning contractor to conduct a complete walk-through of the home. Decide priorities and make sure that the contractor is thinking detailed cleaning. That means simply diat die cleaning crew must go after that dust diat has setded on everydiing and ev­ erywhere. Necessary Equipment A list of equipment diat is ab­ solutely essential for die task is a backpack vacuum widi nozzle or crevice tool attachment as well as the upholstery brush. This will be needed to reach diose hard- to-get-at corners, edges and ledg­ es. You'll need lamb's wool high dusters to reach into electrical fixtures and recessed lights. The following are other items that will be needed: 8-foot ladder, wet-dry vac for heavy dirt and dust removal, filtration masks, and of course, buckets, brooms and mops. Process It is very important to remem­ ber diat getting rid of dust is a multi-phase process. After my crews vacuum up as much dust as possible, I expect them to have to go over dust-ridden surfaces at least three times (base clean/surface clean/ finish clean). Please remem­ ber that dust travels to some of the most unlikely places. Some of die areas that I al­ ways recommend my cus­ tomers target are attics and crawl spaces. One might say "why not let sleeping dogs lie?" The trouble with that reasoning is that dust in at­ tics and crawl spaces never sleeps - it only takes short naps. What you'll find is that it will continue to resurface in your general living ar­ eas over and over, thereby shortening the time between house cleanings. You'll say to yourself, "Boy! We just had the cleaning team here, but it looks like they didn't do a good job." All in all, you will find that if you coordinate your contractors well (including cleaning contractor) and if you use the right equipment and process in cleaning, you will have a trite "new lease on life" when your last contractor leaves your premises. You guessed it that last contractor needs to be the cleaning contractor. Enjoy!!! FH079910 Passive light gaining ground in green building (ARA) - Passive light is defined as light without the heat emitted by electrical sources. It's a form of natural light, but in this age of green building it has acquired an upscale name. No matter what it's called, it's still one of the best lighting methods available. It's free. It's effec­ tive. It's efficient. And it's easy to bring into homes through tubular sky­ lights without flipping an electrical switch, especially to smaller interior areas that don't normally get a lot of natural light, including hall­ ways, laundry rooms, closets, or windowless bathrooms. According to Tim Johnson, product manager with VELUX America, Sun Tunnel skylights can bring passive natural light to areas where traditional skylights aren't needed or won't fit, while admitting very little of the heat that windows and other light sources produce. They capture light very efficiently through a clear, weather­ proof dome on the roof. The light travels into the home through highly reflective tubing, ending at a diffuser in the ceiling that looks like a traditional in-ceiling light fixture. The units offer a choice of highly reflective rigid tubing between the roof and ceiling or flexible tub­ ing to easily bypass HVAC equipment or other obstruc­ tions in the attic. They are less expensive than many traditional skylights and easier to install. The easy-to-install sky­ lights are available in a vari­ ety of models in 10", 14" and 22" diameters for different spaces and lighting needs. "The installation process is very straight-forward," John­ son says, "with many compo­ nents pre-assembled right out of the box so a handy homeowner can handle the installation in two to three hours if a professional in­ stallation is not preferred." The skylights are avail­ able at big box stores, build­ ing supply dealers, and spe­ cialty retail outlets. Optional light kits are available that install inside the tunnels for nighttime use. And now is a particularly good time to consider up­ grading existing skylights or adding new units to qualify for a tax credit of up to $200 under the Energy Tax Incen­ tives Act of 2005. Details are available at www.energy.gov/ taxbreaks.htm. For information on skylight selection and the benefits of natural light call (800) 2832831 or visit www.veluxusa. com. For government infor­ mation on window and sky­ light energy efficiency visit www.energystar.gov, and for independent agency infor­ mation visit www.nfrc.org or www.efficientwindows.org. Courtesy of ARAcontent BUCK MOUNTAIN HEIGHTS NEW PHASE Ideal For Developers / Investors Long Range Mountain Views • Level • Sloping • Wooded .6 acre -1.10 acre lots from $42,000 - $120,000 Per Lot Prime Location Between W.Jefferson 8c Boone plus - An Additional Prime 35± Acre Tract - Call For Details .rf5 Offered by: High South Realty of Ashe www.highsouthrealty.com 522 S. Main St., Jefferson, NC 28640 877-846-1818 • 336-846-1818 Email: info@highsouthrealty.com Moving You In The Right Direction il'wn til Linda Hughes Norman Hughes Stan Elliott Jean Ann Leander Tiffany Wood April Sullivan* 877-7916 977-0297 877-7826 385-0115 877-6871 877-7262 Residential • Land • Commercial • Investment • Second Homes Vacation Rentals* �PAGE 12B FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2007 JEFFERSON POST I 3<L1 D. i D$ 1 A HUSKY STADIUM 4 1. -1 *R . 4> Mountain Places Kathleen Little, LLC Broker • REALTOR* P.O. Box 26 West Jefferson, NC 28694 336-246-4344 www.afgrp.com P.O. BOX 1093 West Jefferson, NC 28804 Mobile: 330-077-2142. Office: 330-246-2S97 f ax: 338-240-2738 Kathleen!® mountalnplaces.com www.kathloenmountainproperty.com 302 S. JEFFERSON AVE. 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Main St, Jefferson, NC 28640 Email: nifo@highsourhrcalty.com i: 'm (30**- ASM ON THC MOVE f OB YOU One North Jefferson Avenue West Jefferson, NC 28694 Mobile: 336-877-7443 Email: propertypro@skybest.com Saving Ashe, Allegheny, and Watauga Counties Sherry E. Goodman, Broker Good Luck Huskies Good Luck Huskies Good Luck Huskies IBEST OF LUCK DANIEL If Qpd Luck, |f>(ffl Bufil fficjSSii & Mil [\Wrrensvffle Drag State SUING Be?SSVfa* Xtosusvffle, NC itSfiSS s m s * • specializing in rraser rir S E X 0 N CHRIS MAS TREE • =ARMS PO Box 1235 Jefferson, NC 28640 336-246-8494 1-800-238-TREE � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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